Hailey Waldo Riverbend News The Live Oak City Council met on Tuesday, June 9, addressing a full agenda that included a judicial land- use appeal, updates to the planning and zoning fee…
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Hamilton County School Board receives update
Rick Patrick Riverbend News During the regular meeting of the Hamilton County District School Board on Tuesday, June 9, the board members heard a presentation from Director of Teaching and Learning Chris…
White Springs Town Council addresses concerns over May Day price tag
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Tuesday, June 9, the White Springs Town Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with an amendment to the agenda, adding discussion on a contract…
Hurricane center implements new tools for 2026 season
Lazaro Aleman Riverbend News It’s never too early to begin thinking about the Atlantic hurricane scene, which is set to begin officially on June 1. At least it’s never too early for…
Hamilton Sheriff’s Office announces summer traffic safety and license compliance checkpoints
Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Contributor As summer travel increases, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office is launching a seasonal traffic safety initiative to protect everyone sharing our roadways. Beginning Monday, June 1, and…
Vehicle incident outside bar leads to aggravated battery charge
Christian Peterson [email protected] A Lake City woman was arrested on Saturday, May 30, after allegedly striking multiple people with a vehicle during an altercation outside a Suwannee County bar. According to a…
Governor appoints Hardee as Third Judicial Circuit Court judge
Mickey Starling Riverbend News On Tuesday, May 19, Governor Ron DeSantis announced four judicial appointments, including naming Madison County resident Cary A. “Bo” Hardee as the Third Judicial Circuit Court judge, replacing…
Meet Branford’s new volleyball coaching team
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News Branford High School volleyball enters a new era this season with a coaching staff that combines experience, community values and a shared passion for developing student-athletes. Leading the…
Riverbend News earns top honors at Florida Press Awards
Danny Federico [email protected] Riverbend News staff returned to Live Oak from the Florida Media Conference with the top Sweepstakes trophy in Division C (less than 4,000 subscribers) after earning multiple awards in…
HCSO clarifies policy on public event participation
Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Contributor The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) wants to make it clear that any community event, outreach program, public appearance or engagement involving the sheriff’s office will be…
Celebrating Flag Day
Halie Wetherington Riverbend New Flag Day is celebrated annually on June 14 to commemorate the adoption of the flag of the United States, which occurred on June 14, 1777. The meaning behind…
Salute to Cancer Survivors
Each year, on the first Sunday in June, the nonprofit National Cancer Survivors Day Foundation sponsors National Cancer Survivors Day® in celebration of those who have prevailed in their fight against the…
Journey Church set to host Open Mic Night of Praise and Encouragement
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News Journey Church in Mayo is bringing back its “Open Mic Night of Praise and Encouragement” by popular demand on Sunday, June 21, at 6:30 p.m. The event will…
White Springs hosting summer kickoff Community Street Sale
Christian Peterson [email protected] Summer is here, and with it comes a slew of festivals and outdoor fun. Suwannee Hardware & Feed is kicking off the fun with its Community Street Sale on…
FSYR to host free six-day sleep away camp for youth
Ady Hammock Riverbend News Florida Sheriff’s Youth Ranches will be holding a free summer camp for youth in Gadsden, Leon, Wakulla, Jefferson, Madison, Hamilton, Taylor, Dixie, Lafayette and Suwannee Counties. This camp…
Attorney Winifred L. Acosta celebrates 30 years of law with Youth Law Academy and community celebration
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News Attorney Winifred L. Acosta celebrated 30 years as a member of The Florida Bar by hosting a Law Academy for students on Saturday, May 16, at the Suwannee…
The hunt is on: Scalloping season opens
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Contributor The 2026 recreational bay scallop season in the Fenholloway – Suwannee River Zone opens Monday, June 15 and will remain open through Labor Day (Sept….