Leah Androski reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, which raises awareness about human trafficking. As the state with the thirdhighest number of reported cases, Florida faces unique challenges in combating…
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UF seeks input to support Florida farmers
U.S. Department of Agriculture Contributor As a part of a grant project funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the University of Florida (UF) invites current and aspiring Florida farmers to…
Second Annual All Aboard Festival set for Feb. 1
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Heritage Square in downtown Live Oak will be bustling with activity on Saturday, Feb. 1, as the Second Annual All Aboard Festival returns to Suwannee County. The family-friendly event…
Suwannee County Administration Office moves back to downtown
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee County Administration Office has relocated back to its old neighborhood, 12 years after moving just outside of Live Oak. Between Thanksgiving and Christmas, the office moved to…
Inaugural Homeschool Spelling Bee to raise funds for Evangeline
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Local homeschoolers will have an opportunity to test their spelling knowledge at an upcoming spelling bee while also contributing to a good cause. The inaugural Homeschool Spelling Bee will…
Understanding the safe use of pain medication
Leah Androski reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com There are currently 57.8 million adults aged 65 and older in the United States, with approximately 31.9 million women and 25.9 million men. As this population grows, understanding the…
A community member needs your support
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Photo courtesy The Christmas season has come to an end, but the spirit of giving continues. There are still individuals in need within the community, including Yolanda Tanksley. Many…
Choose cauliflower in January
Laura Young reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Cauliflower has just come into season in Florida, and it will continue to be in “fresh from Florida” through March. So, this is a great time to get the…
Application cycle for Rural and Family Lands Protection Program ends Jan. 29
Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Contributor The Rural and Family Lands Protection Program partners with Florida farmers and ranchers through rural lands protection easements to preserve working agricultural operations that…
Edward Rutledge DAR chapter donates over 200 books to Another Way
At a recent Edward Rutledge chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) meeting, over 200 books and journals were given from a chapter book drive to Carly Knowles and Ashlyn…
Stanley mugs recalled for burn risk
Leah Androski reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Approximately 2.6 million Stanley products have been recalled for “potential burn hazards.” This recall includes all Stanley Switchback and Trigger Action stainless steel travel mugs that have been sold…
Sher Khan, beloved local big cat, passes away
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Sher Khan, a cherished resident of the Mystic Jungle Educational Facility, passed away at the age of 14 after a prolonged illness. Sher Khan was a highlight of Mystic…
Get your kids active this spring with Babe Ruth
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Lafayette Babe Ruth registration is officially open! Lafayette Babe Ruth is one of the most popular extra-curricular sports available in Mayo. It covers t-ball, baseball and softball. Registration forms…
Journey Church is offering a night off for Valentine’s Day
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com “Like arrows in the hands of a warrior are children born in one’s youth” Psalm 127:4 (NIV). Children are fabulous blessings beloved by everyone. However, that doesn’t mean they…
Live Oak celebrates Arbor Day with its namesake
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Florida celebrated Arbor Day on Friday, Jan. 17. Arbor Day is a national observance that highlights the benefits of trees in urban environments and encourages tree planting and care….
Choose Life Ministries spreads message across the nation
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The verse that greets visitors on the homepage of ChooseLifeUSA.org, the website for Choose Life Ministries (CLM), is “Oh that you would choose life so that you and your…
Apostolic Lighthouse Church feeds The Arc
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, Jan. 3, the Apostolic Lighthouse Church Community Action Team (CAT) came together to feed the residents at The Arc in Live Oak. This is the second time…