Category: Community News

Heather Ainsley  reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com  Viral videos online depict a common scenario: an unsuspecting dog owner holds a retractable leash in one hand while locking her front door behind her with the other, preparing…

Danny Federico  reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com  Established in 2017 under then-Fire Chief James Sommers, the Suwannee County Fire Rescue Honor Guard serves to respect and honor fallen firefighters. Since its inception, the Honor Guard has…

Danny Federico  reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com  Between Monday, April 22 and Friday, April 26, the Florida American Legion Riders joined forces for the annual Unity Ride—an event aimed at raising awareness for Veteran suicide. According…

Laura Young  reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com  Painting with rain can be a great way to brighten a gray day and bring a bit of fun surprise into an art project. Often, the materials needed are…

Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Parents lay the ground work for their kids’ education by teaching them to walk, talk and successfully go to the bathroom on their own. However, in most cases, the…

Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Correctional officers, much like dispatchers, are an important part of America’s justice system that get little recognition. These unsung heroes are tasked with a myriad of duties, all of…

Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Senators, representatives and members of Congress filled Lafayette High School’s cafeteria on Thursday, April 25, for the 2024 Florida Farm Bureau Multi-County Legislative Dinner. The event, hosted by Lafayette…

Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Thursday, April 25, The Arc North Florida, Inc., held its first Town Hall meeting in Mayo to evaluate what needs Lafayette County has and how the organization can…

Bea Coker reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Since its inception in 1957, the Florida Sheriff Youth Ranches has been a beacon of hope for at-risk youth across the state, including here in Suwannee County. Founded by…

Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Each year, on the second Saturday in May, letter carriers across America take to their routes for a generous mission – the National Association of Letter Carriers’ (NALC) Stamp…

Rick Patrick reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com In an effort to help improve the quality of life for a fellow Veteran, the Third District of the American Legion Riders is holding its Second Annual Bike Giveaway…

Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Individuals from all over were able to experience the vibrance of spring at the inaugural Wildflower Festival, hosted by Suwannee Festivals, on Saturday, April 27. The festival took place…

Carolyn Saft Contributor Spring is filled with so many plant options that it is hard to choose just a few. For those of you who are looking for native plants, pollinator plants…

Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Rotary Club of Branford has finalized an Endowment Agreement with Florida Gateway College (FGC) to establish the Rotary Club of Branford endowment scholarship. Facilitated by Lee Pinchouck, Executive…

Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Maria Knapp, a beacon of leadership and compassion in Live Oak and Suwannee County, serves as the Executive Vice President of the Florida Sheriff Youth Ranches organization, right here…

Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Monday, April 15, the Branford Public Library hosted an Autism Awareness Information Event in partnership with Early steps, the Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System, the University of…