Bill and Linda Poplin Contributor Live classical performances continue in Live Oak as the Friends of Music concert series presents the San Marco Chamber Music Society on Tuesday, Oct. 29, at 7:30…
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Free clothes being offered to Helene victims
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com With the slew of hurricanes that have recently hit the area, many are reminded of the storms from the past. One of the most detrimental was Hurricane Michael, which…
The third annual Sugar Cane festival is almost here
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com White Springs may be a small town, but that doesn’t mean its residents don’t know how to have fun. Each year, Suwannee Hardware and Feed plays host to the…
Suwannee Extension seeking donations for Community Sewing Day
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The UF/IFAS Suwannee County Extension office is calling on the community to donate batting material in preparation for its upcoming Community Sewing Day. The event is scheduled to take…
Suwannee River Regional Library launches free mobile app
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee River Regional Library System has announced the launch of its new mobile app, available for free on all major mobile devices. This app aims to enhance convenience…
Live Oak Woman’s Club hosts collection drive for Hurricane Milton victims
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Woman’s Club of Live Oak, part of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC), is organizing a collection drive to assist victims of Hurricane Milton. The drive will…
Live Oak Woman’s Club hosts collection drive for Hurricane Milton victims
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Woman’s Club of Live Oak, part of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC), is organizing a collection drive to assist victims of Hurricane Milton. The drive will…
Revved up and ready to mow!
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Arc North Florida teamed up with Elks Lodge #1165 of Live Oak on Saturday, Sept. 21, for the 26th Annual Lawnmower Race. Held from 11 a.m. to 2…
Medicare open enrollment period approaching
Chris Polzer Contributor Advantage Aging Solutions is reminding residents that their Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders (SHINE) program has specifically-trained counselors to help educate and empower Medicare beneficiaries, their families and…
Suwannee County MLK Jr. Committee to host Fish Fry Fridays
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee County Martin Luther King, Jr. Committee has introduced a new monthly event, Fish Fry Fridays, which are held on the first Friday of every month. This recurring…
Local organization advocates for cold case resolution
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Suwannee Valley Unsolved, Inc. (SVU), the Suwannee Valley’s first dedicated cold case advocacy organization, is making strides to empower survivors, support investigations and inspire hope. Established in May 2023,…
Creep it real with a Movie on the Suwannee
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Saturday, Oct. 19, citizens are invited to visit the Town of Branford for a free family movie night at Ivey Memorial Park, located at 614 SW Ivey Memorial…
Fighting hunger with peanut butter
Laura Young reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com October is the middle of peanut season in Florida, and that’s no better time for the annual Peanut Butter Challenge. Each year, the UF/IFAS Extension service joins forces with…
Anniversary celebration postponed
Mickey Starling reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The 10th anniversary celebration for Residing Hope’s Madison Youth Ranch, in Pinetta, Fla., has been postponed. The big event and fundraiser was scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 12. Due to…
How to prep your hurricane debris for removal
reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com In the wake of Hurricane Helene, local authorities around the tri-county area are urging residents to follow specific guidelines when cleaning up their properties. Properly sorting debris into six distinct categories…
Hearthstone Gardens Annual Scarecrow Festival coming Oct. 12
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Hearthstone Botanical Gardens will be hosting its annual Scarecrow Festival on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will feature a variety of family-friendly activities…
Florida FFA Hall of Fame nomination deadline extended
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Florida Future Farmers of America (FFA) has extended the application deadline for its Hall of Fame nominations due to the widespread impact of Hurricane Helene. Initially set for Tuesday,…