Danny Federico [email protected] The Hamilton County High School (HCHS) Class of 1976 will celebrate its 50-year class reunion on Friday, Aug. 7, and Saturday, Aug. 8, at the Jasper Civic Center, located…
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News pertaining to the Hamilton County area.
Sheena Rickerson makes history while continuing a life of service
Hailey Waldo Riverbend New Sheena Rickerson was officially sworn in as the Third Judicial Circuit’s representative during The Florida Bar Annual Convention, becoming the first female governor in the circuit’s history. Interestingly,…
Jail Report 7.20 – 7.27
Lafayette County July 22 Max Law, failure to appear Hamilton County July 20 Nikolay Pluzhnik, operate motor vehicle without valid license Tomas Cruz Gallegos, probation violation July 21 Charles Houston Flemming, out-of-state…
Erosion repairs at Alapaha Commerce Center addressed by Hamilton Commissioners
Rick Patrick Riverbend News During the regular meeting of the Hamilton County Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday, July 21, the commissioners discussed soil erosion occurring at the Alapaha Commerce Center. The…
Hamilton County School Board considers budget
Rick Patrick Riverbend News During a special meeting of the Hamilton County School Board on Wednesday, July 22, board members took their first look at the budget for the 2026-27 school year….
White Springs Town Council approve multiple new ordinances
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Tuesday, July 14, the White Springs Town Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with changes to the agenda. Mayor Tonja Brown requested that an…
HCSO adds new inmate transport van
The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office has recently added a new inmate transport van to its fleet, replacing an older vehicle to improve the safety and efficiency of inmate transportation. According to the…
Daylight saving time may become permanent
Lazaro Aleman Riverbend News The U.S. House of Representatives voted recently by a large margin to make daylight saving time permanent across the country. The measure, appropriately enough named the “Sunshine Protection…
Free fiber optics boot camp available, application deadline July 24
Danny Federico [email protected] Individuals interested in starting a career in the fast-growing broadband telecommunications industry have an opportunity to receive free training next month through CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion’s FiberOptiX Bootcamp. The…
Six reappointed to North Florida College board
Rick Patrick Riverbend News It was recently announced that Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has reappointed six members to continue serving on the Board of Trustees for North Florida College (NFC). Those reappointed…
Chicken plate fundraiser to be held in support of Sgt. Todd Robinson
Ady Kinsley Riverbend News Sgt. Todd Robinson of the Hamilton Correctional Institution has been courageously battling cancer, and the community is coming together to show their support on Friday, Aug. 14. Chicken…
Jail Report 7.13 – 7.20
Lafayette County July 16 Venita Pugh, violation of probation July 19 Kathryn Hollenbeck, trespassing, drug possession, drug equipment possession, resist officer Hamilton County July 13 Scott Allan Calahan, possess controlled substance without…
Hamilton County Schools reflect on improved grades
Rick Patrick Riverbend News During the regular meeting of the Hamilton County District School Board on Tuesday, July 14, the board heard from administrators of both Hamilton County Elementary School (HCES) and…
Jhelicia Hawkins elected chair of North Central Florida Regional Planning Council
NCFRPC Contributor City of Jasper Mayor Jhelecia Hawkins has been elected chair of the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council (NCFRPC). Following her election, Mayor Hawkins said, “It is an honor to…
Retirement dream becomes fight for independence after life-changing stroke
Danny Federico [email protected] When Chip and Tonya Balduf left the mountains of North Carolina for rural North Florida, they weren’t chasing luxury. They were chasing simplicity. The couple purchased property in late…
Patriotism takes center stage in Second Annual Miss Red, White and Beautiful Pageant
Danny Federico [email protected] Patriotic spirit and community pride took center stage Thursday evening, July 2, as contestants from across Hamilton County competed in the Second Annual Miss Red, White and Beautiful Pageant….
Hamilton County celebrates Independence Day with music, family fun and fireworks
Danny Federico [email protected] Families gathered at Hamilton County Parks and Recreation on Saturday evening, July 4, to celebrate Independence Day with live music, food vendors, children’s activities and a fireworks display as…