Category: Community News

Christian Peterson  [email protected] 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…

Jason Futch  [email protected] 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…

Jason Futch  [email protected] 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…

Christian Peterson  [email protected] 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…

Christian Peterson  [email protected] 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…

Heather Ainsley [email protected] 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…

Danny Federico  [email protected] 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,…

Rick Patrick [email protected] 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…

Danny Federico  [email protected] 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…

Jason Futch [email protected] 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…

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…

Jason Futch  [email protected] Calling all Florida student chefs and families! The Florida Division of Food, Nutrition and Wellness is on the search for the next Florida Future Chef Champion. The event provides…

Suwannee River Regional Library Contributor The Suwannee River Regional Library invites the public to explore the world through the lens of local photographers of the Branford Camera Club. The exhibit is currently…

Jason Futch  [email protected] The Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office recently welcomed its newest member, Animal Control Officer Felicia Ward, to the agency’s Animal Services Division. Having worked with the agency since April, Ward…

Jason Futch  [email protected] A group of people gather every Tuesday and Thursday at the Richardson Community Center in Lake City, inviting the public to a family-friendly game of cornhole. Some of the…

Katherine Allen Contributor If you are a pet parent, know you have a direct impact on your pet’s health – from exercise to diet and beyond. One area that new pet owners…

Jason Futch  [email protected] After 41 years with the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO), Major Tom Warren is hanging up his boots to enjoy retirement. Warren’s last day with the agency was on…