Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Swim is a taxing sport known for requiring the use of every muscle in your body. Suwannee High School is the only local school in Riverbend News’ coverage area…
Category: Community News
Community mourns loss of 19-year-old Branford graduate
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Residents of Branford and Suwannee County as a whole are mourning the loss of 19-year-old Cloey Criggall, an O’Brien resident and Branford High School graduate who died in a…
Buccaneers return home as State Volleyball Champions
The Branford High School Buccaneers defeated the Chipley Tigers 3-2 on Wednesday, Nov. 5, earning the title of FHSAA Rural State Champions. This was the Buccaneers’ third consecutive bid for state and…
Quick-thinking resident foils scam attempt; suspect arrested
Jason Futch Reporter2@RiverbendNews.org The daughter of an elderly Live Oak resident acted fast when she suspected her mother was being taken advantage of in the amount of $20,000. As a result,…
A short history of some of America’s greatest conflicts
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org The United States of America has been a military power across the globe for a long time. Still, our history with the military and that of our Veterans dates…
A short history of Veterans Day
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org One of the most important days for the entire world, and especially the United States, was June 28, 1919. That was the day the Treaty of Versailles was signed,…
Honoring Our Veterans
Carson Alford Westwood Christian School Writer The month of November is full of grateful families and traveling for Thanksgiving. Often, people forget one of the important holidays that occurs in this month,…
Jail Report
Lafayette County Oct. 31 Caleb Chalmer, violation of probation Nov. 2 Willie Cook Jr., violation of probation Hamilton County Oct. 27 Antwain Leon Strawder, simple battery domestic violence, aggravated battery, withhold…
Tri-County fall festival fun
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org As the cold air begins to blow into the tri-county area and trees begin to change color in preparation of winter, it is obvious to all that fall has…
Community Calendar
Wednesday, Nov. 5 and Thursday, Nov. 6 Let TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) help you with your weight management goals. TOPS is a weight-loss support group with two chapters that meet weekly…
African American Development Council commemorates 30 years of service
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org There was a festive atmosphere at the Suwannee County Coliseum on Saturday, Oct. 25, as board members and supporters of the African American Development Council (AADC) commemorated 30 years…
Rotary Club of Branford to turn up the heat with annual Community Festival and Chili Cookoff
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Residents of Branford and the surrounding areas will have the opportunity to enjoy a day of food, music and friendly competition during the Fourth Annual Community Festival and Chili…
Branford students outline Turning Point USA chapter at Rotary meeting
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org During their weekly meeting, members of the Rotary Club of Branford welcomed two Branford High School (BHS) students on Wednesday, Oct. 22, as they introduced their student-led chapter of…
Post 107 Legion Riders host First Poker Run
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org The American Legion Post 107’s Legion Riders hosted a Poker Run on Saturday, Oct. 25. The event, which started at the Florida Sheriff’s Youth Ranches in the early morning,…
Mayo Masonic Lodge assumes responsibility for Veteran crosses
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org The Mayo Masonic Lodge recently assumed the responsibility of 88 Veteran crosses, spotlighting local Veterans who served in the military through various conflicts and times of peace. Marvin Buchanan,…
UF/IFAS to host “Building a Food Business Outside the Home” workshop Nov. 6
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Entrepreneurs looking to turn their culinary skills into a business beyond their home kitchen will have an opportunity to learn the ins and outs of the process. The University…
Downtown Live Oak Chili Crawl a blast
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Live Oak saw a unique event pop up on Saturday, Oct. 18., as the Down Town Cafe hosted its first-ever chili crawl. Attendees stopped by Derrick’s BBQ first to…