Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com As the Town of White Springs welcomed its new town manager, the Hamilton County Chamber of Commerce joined in on the festivities on Tuesday, June 24, by hosting a…
Category: Community News
Free showers available for those in need
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com A new community effort is underway in Suwannee County, focusing on helping those with limited access to hygiene products. This latest initiative focuses on providing free showers to those…
“Record-breaking” data leak exposes 16 billion passwords
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com According to a report from researchers at Cybernews, nearly 16 billion login credentials have been found in public datasets online, resulting in “one of the largest data breaches in…
Hormel recalls over 250,000 pounds of Dinty Moore
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Hormel Foods Corporation is recalling approximately 256,185 pounds of canned beef stew after reports of potential contamination with foreign material, specifically wood, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s…
Gold Leaf Pawn & Gun celebrates new ownership
The Suwannee County Chamber of Commerce celebrated the new ownership of Gold Leaf Pawn & Gun by hosting a ribbon cutting event on Friday, June 27. The pawn shop is now under…
Branford crowns 2025 Fourth of July Pageant winners
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Saturday evening, June 21, Branford High School was the scene of explosive glitz and glam as young ladies of all ages took to the stage in a Fourth…
Florida bat houses: a hidden gem
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Florida is famous for many different things. When someone says, “Florida,” what comes to mind is alligators, swamps, guns and so many different things. However, what doesn’t usually come…
Hamilton County Emergency Management hosts hurricane preparedness event
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Hamilton County Emergency Operations Center hosted a hurricane preparedness event at the Ernest Courtoy Civic Center in Jasper on Friday, June 13. The event, held in conjunction with…
Taylor County girls’ gift to LCSO keeps Kada’s Promise
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Two girls recently gifted the Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office with bags that hold special significance for foster children and those who have experienced troubled homes. Carlei Ruff and Bristol…
A choco-lot to celebrate
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The lands of Central and South America lend themselves to a unique form of agriculture and, with that, a unique flora. Probably the two most famous products would be…
The berry best month of the year is here
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com July is most famous for one reason: the celebration of Independence Day. However, for the agriculture community, there is another reason to celebrate. July is the height of berry…
Fourth of July for Fido
Heather Ainsley reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com As summer kicks into full-gear, Americans everywhere prepare to fire up their grills, stoke up their inner patriot, and get the fireworks ready for the Fourth of July. This…
Lighting the sky on the Fourth of July
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Mayo First Assembly of God to host free Fourth of July celebration Mayo First Assembly of God invites the community to its family-friendly Fourth of July Celebration featuring food,…
Fun facts about the Fourth of July
Rick Patrick reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The mid-summer celebration known as “Independence Day,” or the Fourth of July, is filled with fireworks, outdoor cook-outs and much summertime fun. It is well known that the day…
Third Annual Blackberry Festival a sweet success
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Jasper residents and visitors from the surrounding areas convened at Jasper City Park on Saturday, June 21, for Riverbend News’ Third Annual Blackberry Festival. The event, which ran from…
Drink a glass of milk on National Dairy Farmer Month
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com June is National Dairy Farmer Month, giving the community a chance to thank all local dairy farmers who work to produce rich dairy products that can be found at…
Andrew Poole earns Real Estate Broker’s License
Poole Realty Contributor Poole Realty is proud to announce a major milestone for one of its own. Andrew Poole has officially earned his Real Estate Broker’s License, following in the footsteps of…