Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Members of the Suwannee County Chamber of Commerce came together on Saturday, March 8 for the annual Chamber Gala. The event was held at Camp Weed, with dinner served…
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“Food Connects Us”: The importance of shared meals
Kim Griffin Contributor National Nutrition Month is an annual campaign that takes place in March that emphasizes the importance of nutrition in our daily lives. This year’s theme, “Food Connects Us,” highlighted…
Building a more inclusive world on Autism Awareness Month
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com April is Autism Awareness Month, which is recognized around the world as a time to understand the importance of accepting and supporting those on the autistic spectrum. Educational material…
Autism Awareness Month – Tommy Lee
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Tommy Lee is a 12-year-old Live Oak resident with personal interests and hobbies. He’s an aspiring YouTube content creator who puts creative videos together to show his artistic side….
National Pet Day
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com National Pet Day falls on Friday, April 11, this year. It is a day set aside to honor and love pets a little bit more. While people love their…
UF/IFAS to host Community Day at the Farm
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Science (UF/IFAS) will host a Community Day at the Farm. The event will be held at the North Florida Research…
State Farm donates $70k to support Second Harvest of the Big Bend’s mobile pantries
Second Harvest of the Big Bend Contributor Second Harvest of the Big Bend is thrilled to announce a generous $70,000 grant from State Farm, which will go directly toward supporting the organization’s…
Bikers for Boobies is just around the corner
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Saturday, April 12, will be a big day in the Suwannee Valley, as the annual Bikers for Boobies event is set to take place. This yearly event raises money…
DOH-Lafayette to host Community Health and Wellness Event
DOH — Lafayette Contributor The Florida Department of Health in Lafayette County (DOH-Lafayette) invites residents to attend its Community Health and Wellness Event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April…
GFWC Woman’s Club of Live Oak to host Makers Market
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC) of Live Oak is excited to announce its first Makers Market, taking place on Saturday, April 12, at the Live Oak Woman’s…
Second Harvest to host Nutrition Education Classes
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Second Harvest of the Big Bend is gearing up for a series of quarterly classes focused on nutrition and mindful eating. Three Nutrition Education classes are scheduled to take…
Celestial events in April: Will you catch the meteor shower?
Heather Ainsley reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com For those who enjoy looking skyward, March proved to be an interesting month, with the presence of several neighboring planets visible in the nighttime sky, as well as the…
J.R.E. Lee Complex hosts soul food cook-off
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Saturday, Feb. 22, was a super fun day for the residents of Hamilton County. At 11 a.m., folks began to gather at the J.R.E. Lee Complex in Jasper for…
Heather Henderson attends Emergency Management Day at Florida State Capitol
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Suwannee County Division of Emergency Management Deputy Director Heather Henderson recently had an opportunity to meet fellow emergency management directors throughout Florida during Emergency Management Day at the State…
A new “leash” on life: Pitzer’s Paws to provide a safe haven for rescue dogs
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com A new animal sanctuary will soon be open, providing a range of services that will assist locals and provide a safe place for rescue animals. Pitzer’s Paws, owned by…
Live Oak Animal Control and public library join forces for adoption event
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Dogs might be the most popular animal in the world; no matter where someone goes, a dog can be found. Unfortunately, many dogs live on the street. The City…
UF/IFAS Extension Hamilton County celebrates National Ag Day
Greg Hicks Contributor Agriculture is a constantly changing, complex industry that strives to meet the needs and concerns of its consumers and customers. Food and fiber are essential to everyday living, and…