Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Hamilton County High School (HCHS) Beta Club is seeking vendors to participate in the upcoming Relay 4 Raven Walk-a-Thon, scheduled for Friday, Oct. 10. The event is being…
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Watson Healthcare to bring expanded medical care to Hamilton County
In 2020, Dr. James Watson and his wife, Jennifer, moved from Georgia to Jasper, bringing their combined experience to Hamilton County. Five years later, they are set to break ground on a…
Better latte then never: Celebrate National Coffee Day anytime
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com National Coffee Day is technically behind us, being recognized annually on Sept. 29; however, that doesn’t mean it’s too late to celebrate. Approximately 12 percent of the world’s population…
¡Celebra el Dia Nacional del Taco! (Celebrate National Taco Day!)
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com National Taco Day is a holiday not many people are aware of. For most of its history, the day was celebrated on Oct. 4. However, in 2024, Taco Bell…
Bulldogs host second annual Swim-A-Thon
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Will Carpenter is a name that will live on throughout Suwannee County forever. He was a Suwannee High School graduate who had just begun his first year of college…
“I’m so grateful for my community for getting me to this point!” Miller takes shot at National Anthem train to Vegas
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com North-Central Florida is known for many different things. However, what is no secret about the area is its fondness for rodeos. Said events and the like can be found…
Local rodeo with cash prizes coming to Jasper
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Rodeos are everywhere these days. As the weather begins to cool, and the area heads into the fall and winter months, the fan favorite events start to pop back…
Mayo community supports family dealing with tragic loss
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Lafayette County and its county seat, Mayo, are a small area. It’s a tight-knit community with a lot of love to spread, which is why the news of what…
The Annual Pregnancy Care Center Walk/Run 4 Life is just around the corner
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Pregnancy care centers are a staple across the country, focused on helping women through their pregnancy and even after by providing support, advice and a plethora of services. One…
Chapel
Carson Alford Westwood Christian School Writer Chapel is one of the many privileges that students and parents get to experience here at Westwood Christian School. This weekly time on Wednesday is set…
Full circle success at North Florida College: NFC’s BSN program builds careers, leaders and communities
NFC Contributor In rural North Florida, where hospitals are often miles apart and dependable health care is a lifeline, North Florida College’s (NFC) Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program is doing…
United Way of Suwannee Valley seeking ReadingPals volunteers
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The United Way of Suwannee Valley is seeking volunteers throughout the area to take part in its ReadingPals program. The program enables volunteers to assist pre-kindergarten and elementary school…
Fruits of their labor: Lyons family named Lafayette County’s Farm Family of the Year
Emily Beach Contributor Chris and Kelly Lyons, along with their four daughters and Chris’s brother, Dale, have built a farming operation rooted in faith, family and farming. Their dedication to the land…
Jasper Woman’s Club Fall Bazaar set for Sept. 27
The Woman’s Club of Jasper is gearing up to host its annual Fall Bazaar on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event, held at the club building, will…
Hamilton County Fair Events Day happening soon!
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Hamilton County Fair Events Day is set to take place on Thursday, Oct. 2, at the Hamilton County Arena. The day will begin with check-in for swine exhibitors…
Suwannee River Breast Cancer Awareness Association prepares for annual Open Bass Tournament
The Suwannee River Breast Cancer Awareness Association is preparing for its annual Open Bass Tournament at Sandy Point Restaurant in Branford. The event, which started in 2011, was born in the minds…
Suwannee County Farm Bureau hosts annual Speech Contest
The Suwannee County Farm Bureau recently hosted its annual Speech Contest, where local students showcased their public speaking skills and agricultural knowledge. This long- standing event, held each year, provides an excellent…