Danny Federico [email protected] A dump truck struck the County Road 795 overpass on Interstate 10 Monday morning after its raised bed collided with the bridge, temporarily closing all eastbound traffic while emergency…
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Drought conditions reveal new springs along the Suwannee River
SRWMD Contributor While ongoing drought conditions have reduced river flows across the region, unusually low water levels have also provided a unique opportunity for Suwannee River Water Management District (SRWMD) staff to…
School grades announced: Lafayette remains among Florida’s best; Suwannee holds steady, Hamilton sees major improvement
Danny Federico [email protected] Florida’s annual school grades showed a mixed picture along the Suwannee River, with Lafayette County once again ranking among the state’s elite districts, Suwannee County maintaining its “B” district…
Suwannee Springcrest Elementary 2026-27 Supply List
Please review the supply list for your child’s grade level. Some classroom supplies may need to be replenished throughout the school year. Teacher Note: Teacher-specific supply lists may be provided at Meet Your…
NFC Foundation awards scholarships to HCHS seniors
North Florida College Contributor The North Florida College (NFC) Foundation proudly recognized several outstanding Hamilton County High School (HCHS) seniors during its annual scholarship awards program, helping students take the next step…
Suwannee Commissioners detail issue regarding stopping construction of data centers
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Tuesday, July 7, the Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with the board approving the minutes from the Tuesday,…
The Weeks family’s miracle and need for help on the road to recovery
Christian Peterson [email protected] Teisha Weeks is a waitress at Ken’s, but more importantly, she is a mother. Recently, her 11-year-old son, Jaxson, was involved in a serious accident. The family is now…
Hamilton County 12U All Stars Softball Takes States Championship
Rick Patrick Riverbend News For the girls on the Hamilton County 12U All Stars softball team, winning state championships is nothing new. According to head coach Pablo Garcia, this same team of…
Hamilton County 16U baseball wins state
Rick Patrick Riverbend News After going undefeated in both the district and state tournaments, the Hamilton County Recreation Department 16U baseball team is moving on to the national level. They will be…
HCHS Football Boosters to hold chicken and rice fundraiser
Ady Kinsley Riverbend News The Hamilton County High School (HCHS) Football Boosters will be holding a fundraiser on Friday, July 10, in support of this year’s Trojan football players. They will be…
Branford Youth Football and Cheer registration is now open
Ady Kinsley Riverbend News Registration for the Branford Youth Football League and Cheerleading team is now open for the 2026 season. The program has football and cheer programs for kids ages 4…
Lafayette FFA attends 98th Florida FFA State Convention: Parliamentary Procedure wins State
Chad Lyons Contributor Forty-eight Lafayette Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapter members attended the 98th Annual Florida FFA State Convention and Expo at the Caribe Royale Resort in Kissimmee, Fla., from Sunday,…
HCHS Beta Club competes at national convention in Nashville
Chris Combass Contributor The Hamilton County High School (HCHS) Beta Club recently attended the National Beta Club Convention in Nashville, Tenn., marking the school’s second consecutive year competing at the national level…
Women of the Word to collect diapers all month
Ady Kinsley Riverbend News The Women of the Word, in collaboration with Florida Baptist Children’s Home (FBCH), will be hosting a diaper drive during the month of July. Diapers of any brand…
New Harmony United Methodist Church welcomes new pastor
New Harmony United Methodist Church Contributor New Harmony United Methodist Church welcomes the Reverend James Howes as its new pastor. Pastor James has served the United Methodist Church faithfully for the past…
HamCo WaterSmart initiative aims to equip youth with lifesaving swim skills
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News A new program aimed at promoting water safety and swimming confidence among youth is making a splash this summer. The HamCo WaterSmart initiative will provide Hamilton County children…
Take steps to reduce your risk of falling
Kim Griffin Contributor A simple misstep can change your life in a matter of seconds. For older adults, a fall can lead to serious injuries, hospital stays, loss of confidence, reduced independence…