Jason Futch Reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Helping Hearts of Suwannee County is preparing for its first-ever Pumpkin Carving Fundraiser on Sunday, Oct. 26. The event, sponsored by Florida Charm, will be held at…
Category: Community News
Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office hosts first National Night Out
Jason Futch Reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) hosted its first National Night Out event in downtown Jasper on Tuesday, Oct. 7. Since 1984, National Night Out has been an…
Facing the fear: Sabrina Merritt’s message of hope for women everywhere
Jason Futch Reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Central Florida native Sabrina Merritt has lived in Live Oak for 14 years, working locally as a server. People who have visited The 406 may have seen or…
City of Live Oak to celebrate Florida City Week
Jason Futch Reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The City of Live Oak and the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Science (UF/IFAS) are set to celebrate Florida City Week, one of many cities throughout…
What to declutter (and not declutter) in your home
Metro Contributor As the seasons change, many people feel the urge to declutter their homes — whether it’s to make space, reduce stress, or prepare for a move. But while tossing out…
Valdosta State University honored Spring 2025 graduates
Valdosta State University Contributor Valdosta State University is proud to announce the members of its graduating class of Spring 2025. Hunter Hotchkiss of Jennings has earned the Bachelor of Business Administration in…
Community Calendar
Mondays – Thursdays Mayo Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at the Third District Community Center (3373 US 27, Mayo). Beginners’ meetings are held on Mondays at 6…
Raven Merine: Classroom hero, cancer fighter
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Raven Merine is a school teacher at Hamilton County High School (HCHS) and has taught middle school students for the last eight years. The Hamilton County native graduated from…
Suwannee County Republican Party hosts first Constitution Bee
Lisa Keep Harmon Contributor To engender and support knowledge and education about the Constitution, the Suwannee County Republican Party hosted the first of what it hopes will become an annual event –…
Local youth shine at 2025 Hamilton County Fair Events Day
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Young participants and fans of all ages gathered at the Hamilton County Arena in Jasper for the 55th Annual Fair Events Day on Thursday, Oct. 2. The day kicked…
Haunted Trail & Hayride coming to Jasper
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Get ready to be spooked, Hamilton County! The Haunted Trail & Hayride is coming to Jasper over the next couple of weeks. The festival will be held on Friday,…
Stephen Foster Folk Culture State Park celebrates 75 years at Gala
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Stephen Foster Folk Culture State Park celebrated its 75th anniversary with a Gala that brought together the White Springs community and visitors from across the state on Saturday,…
Franklin White speaks at Branford Rotary meeting
At its meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 1, the Rotary Club of Branford welcomed Suwannee County District 5 Commissioner Franklin White, who provided updates on various projects being worked on throughout the county.
Mother-daughter duo creates second chances for dogs
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com As the holiday season approaches, stories of resilience and compassion take on new meaning, and in rural North Florida, one such story is unfolding at the Doggie Dude Ranch….
Suwannee County Chamber recognizes local businesses at annual awards banquet
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee County Chamber of Commerce honored local businesses during its annual Business of the Year Awards Banquet on Thursday evening, Oct. 2. County officials, business owners, and local…
Jail Report
Lafayette County Oct. 11 Vincent Hart, drug possession, evidence destroying Hamilton County Oct. 6 William Micheal Koon, drug possession, driving while license suspended or restricted revocation equivalent status second subsequent offense Oct….
Ring the bells and wave the flag! Edward Rutledge Chapter of DAR presented with Constitution Week proclamation
Lake City Mayor Noah Walker recently presented Jane McClelland, representative of the Edward Rutledge Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), with a proclamation recognizing Constitution Week. This week is…