Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Thursday, Nov. 9, at 6 p.m. the Lafayette High School (LHS) Drama Club will host the Mayo’s Got Talent show. Students from grades four through 12 will be…
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Branford Oasis Church to present “Music in the Park”
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Get ready for an exciting musical extravaganza as “Music in the Park,” hosted by the Branford Oasis Church, comes to Mayo. This event is an open invitation to all…
Suwannee Bicycle Association hosts Suwannee Fat Tire Festival
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com From Thursday, Oct. 19 to Sunday, Oct. 22, bicycle enthusiasts from across the nation flocked to White Springs for the Suwannee Fat Tire Festival. The four-day event was hosted…
Bikers for Boobies Poker Run raises $2,000 for breast cancer warrior
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Saturday, Oct. 14, the unmistakable roar of motorcycle engines filled the air. This symphony of power marked the commencement of an extraordinary event as 40 bikers representing diverse…
Branford residents gather at Ivey Park for “Movie on the Suwannee”
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Saturday, Oct. 21, residents of Branford and surrounding areas gathered at Ivey Park under the night sky for a “Movie on the Suwannee.” As the sun dipped below…
Branford High School’s Class of ’73 celebrates 50th reunion
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Saturday, Oct. 21, Branford High School’s (BHS) Class of ’73 came together to celebrate their 50th reunion, a joyous occasion that brought back memories, camaraderie and cherished connections….
Future pilots soar with knowledge at EAAC Chapter 797’s Seventh-annual Aviation Education Day
Lee Trawick reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAAC) Chapter 797 organized the Seventh-annual Aviation Education Day at Suwannee County Airport on Friday, Oct. 6. The EAAC is comprised of nearly 125 members…
Stuttering Foundation donates resources to Lafayette County Public Library
The Stuttering Foundation Contributor Thanks to generous donors, the Stuttering Foundation has donated books and DVDs to public libraries across the country, including the Lafayette County Public Library. Stuttering Foundation books are…
Sugar Cane Festival in White Springs to fill Bridge Street on Nov. 11
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Mark your calendars, the Sugar Cane Festival is just a few days away! This annual event, organized by Suwannee Hardware and Feed, takes place in historical White Springs on…
Savor the flavor at the Third-annual Wellborn Cornbread Festival
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Get ready for a day filled with delicious cornbread, mouthwatering chili and thrilling cornhole tournaments at the upcoming Third-annual Wellborn Cornbread Festival, hosted by the Wellborn Community Association. This…
Soar to new heights at Wings Over Suwannee
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Aviation enthusiasts, whether young or young at heart, it’s time to get ready for an exhilarating experience at the annual Wings Over Suwannee fly-in, scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 4,…
HCSO announces driver’s license and vehicle inspection checkpoints
Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Contributor The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) will be conducting driver’s license and vehicle inspection checkpoints during the weeks of Monday, Nov. 6 until Sunday, Dec. 31, in…
Family displaced following house fire
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Last week, on Wednesday, Oct. 18, a fire claimed the home of a young Jasper family. Luke Hartman, his wife and one year old son lost everything they own…
Unleashing the Truth Part 1: Allegations of animal neglect spark outrage in Jasper community
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Recent social media posts regarding the status of animals in Hamilton County Animal Control, located in Jasper, have led to a controversy. The posts, which include a photo of…
Hamilton Animal Control scandal ends with hope for animals
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Hamilton County Animal Control, based in Jasper, has come under fire online following the circulation of rumors about the status of many of the animals, including an alleged photo…
43 years and still blazing trails
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Saturday, Oct. 14, Lafayette County gathered together to kick off the fall season with the Chamber of Commerce’s 43rd Annual Pioneer Day. The day started off at 8…
Take a stroll down Scarecrow Row
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Welcome to Scarecrow Row! Located in Branford off of Highway 247, right in front of the Willie Veal Land Lab, is this small but creative display. Organized annually…