Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org The Town of White Springs honored local businesses and community contributors during its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration on Monday, Jan. 19, at the Tourism Center. The…
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HamCo Hometown Heroes: A community comes together through Pallets for Patriotism
Jennifer Gisonni Contributor What began as a creative idea – transforming reclaimed pallets into hand- painted expressions of patriotism – became a powerful reminder of what is possible when a community comes…
The Arc North Florida welcomes Lilly Williams as new executive director
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org The Arc North Florida welcomed Suwannee County educator Lilly Williams as its new executive director, and she is ready to help the program grow. “I am excited to be…
Lafayette Commission extends multiple grant projects
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Tuesday, Jan. 27, the Lafayette County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. Uniquely this time, due to repairs in the courthouse, the meeting was…
The US-129 and I-10 Interchange improvement projects have begun
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has begun an almost year-long project in Suwannee County this January, with the aim of providing a tremendous number of improvements the roads…
Roldan found guilty of animal abuse
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org It took the six-person jury 22 minutes to return to the courtroom with a verdict, finding 45-year-old Eric Ivan Roldan guilty of aggravated animal abuse. As Deputy Clerk Trudy…
Electric Cooperative join forces to support suffering lineman Dwayne Law
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Electric Cooperatives are an integral part of Florida; the linemen are heroes across the state for their dedication to the communities around them and their willingness to serve in…
Bullock sentenced to 14 years in prison
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org Following months of pre-sentence investigation and finalizing mitigation, Circuit Judge Kathryn Land handed down judgement to Former Apex Metal Building Systems owner Jason Andrew Bullock, sentencing him to 14…
Community invited to participate in Liberty Tree dedication on March 21
David W. Chandler Contributor Suwannee County will mark a historic milestone on Saturday, March 21, with the dedication of the Liberty Tree as part of the America250 celebration. The dedication will begin…
Live Oak Elks Lodge to present Sweetheart Dance
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org The Live Oak Elks Lodge will host a Sweetheart Dance on Saturday, Feb. 14, for a Valentine’s Day evening of music, dancing and socializing. The event will be held…
Still pedaling through challenges
Rick Patrick editor@riverbendnews.org Many men in their 70s consider a walk around the block to be adequate exercise. However, Paul Webb, age 72, has decided instead to ride a bicycle around the…
Free microchip and rabies clinic available on Feb. 14
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org The Livin’ Like Larry Farm Sanctuary will host a free microchip and rabies clinic on Saturday, Feb. 14. The clinic will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m….
A recap of 2025 with the Woman’s Club of Jasper
Delores Howell Contributor The Woman’s Club of Jasper had an exciting and busy 2025. In January, the club sponsored our annual Chili/Soup Cook-off with 14 entries. In May, the club awarded two…
Hamilton County Senior Center to host free meals, information event on Jan. 30
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Senior citizens in Hamilton County are invited to attend a free informational event at the Hamilton County Senior Center on Friday, Jan. 30. The event will take place at…
Tax season opens Jan. 26: What filers need to know!
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org With the start of a new year comes a new tax season. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced that Monday, Jan. 26, is the opening date for the 2026 tax filing season. The season will run until Wednesday,…
North Florida PAWS representatives to provide Prevent-a-Litter vouchers
Ady Hammock editor@riverbendnews.org Visit the Madison Library on the third Saturday of each month to meet representatives from North Florida People for Animal Welfare Society (PAWS). Representatives will provide information on responsible…
United Way of Suwannee Valley presents Fifth Annual Leadership Conference
United Way of Suwannee Valley Contributor United Way of Suwannee Valley invites local leaders, professionals and community members to the Fifth Annual Leading for Tomorrow Leadership Conference, scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 26,…