Hailey Waldo Riverbend News The White Springs Public Library has wrapped up its summer reading program, giving residents opportunities to participate in educational and entertaining programs throughout the summer. The library thanked…
Category: Hamilton County
News pertaining to the Hamilton County area.
Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office brings K-9 Blue to PlayLoud 13
Ady Kinsey Riverbend News The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) joined families and community organizations at the PlayLoud 13 Car and Truck Show held on Saturday, Aug. 1, at the St. Paul…
Nominations are now open for the Second Annual Best of Riverbend awards
Ady Kinsley Riverbend News As the end of the year approaches, it’s time once again to celebrate the people, places and businesses that shine across Suwannee, Lafayette and Hamilton counties. Nominations for…
Hamilton County coalition awarded Federal Drug-Free Communities grant
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News Hamilton County has received a significant investment to fight youth substance misuse after the Hamilton County Alcohol & Other Drug Prevention Coalition, also known as SayNoHamCo, was awarded…
Hamilton County schools enjoy successful first day
Rick Patrick Riverbend News During the regular meeting of the Hamilton County District School Board on Tuesday, Aug. 11, the board announced there were no transportation issues on Monday, Aug. 10, the…
Our Community Cares Coalition Youth Leadership Ambassadors take tour of Live Oak
Christian Peterson [email protected] The Our Community Cares Coalition is a local organization that is focused on uplifting youth around North Central Florida. The group works hard with local youth on community projects and education,…
Primary Election Day is Aug. 18
Danny Federico [email protected] Voters in Hamilton, Lafayette and Suwannee counties will head to the polls on Tuesday, Aug. 18, for Florida’s 2026 Primary Election. Polls at all voting locations will be open…
Hamilton County deputies resolve mental health crisis peacefully
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported mental health crisis involving a male subject on Friday, Aug. 7, with the situation ultimately resolved peacefully after a…
Ellie’s Benefit Barrel Race to raise funds for local cowgirl
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News On Saturday, Aug. 15, in Jasper, Ellie’s Benefit Barrel Race will take place to help a local cowgirl receive the medical treatments she needs to get back in…
Alapaha Commerce Center erosion repairs still discussed
Rick Patrick Riverbend News During their regular meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 4, members of the Hamilton County Board of County Commissioners continued discussion on how to handle erosion problems at the Alapaha…
Lane closures expected this week
The Florida Department of Transportation advises drivers of the following road work impacts for the week of Saturday, Aug. 8, through Friday, Aug. 14: Hamilton County: Nighttime lane closures on Interstate 75…
From pews to providers
Danny Federico [email protected] In rural communities, people struggling with mental health or substance misuse may not always turn to a doctor or counselor first. Sometimes, they go to their pastor. That connection…
Hamilton County comes together to help children learn a skill that could save their lives
Jennifer Gisonni Contributor This summer, something remarkable happened in Hamilton County. What began as an idea to provide local children with access to quality swim instruction became a true community-wide effort, demonstrating…
Know Before You Vote: Timothea Scott, candidate for Hamilton County School Board District 4
My name is Timothea Scott, and I am honored to be a candidate for Hamilton County School Board Member, District 4. I was born and raised in White Springs, Florida, where I…
Community rallies around young rodeo champion battling rare autoimmune disease
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News What began as a promising rodeo career for 12-year-old Ellie Cantey has become a courageous fight for her health, but friends, family and the local equestrian community are…
Early voting begins Aug. 8 for 2026 Primary Election
Danny Federico [email protected] Early voting for the 2026 Primary Election will begin on Saturday, Aug. 8, for residents of Hamilton, Lafayette and Suwannee counties. Voters will have through Saturday, Aug. 15, to…
Hamilton County School Board honors a pair of retirees
Rick Patrick Riverbend News Following a special meeting of the Hamilton County District School Board on Wednesday, July 22, a special reception was held in honor of two long-time school district employees…