Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org On Tuesday, Oct. 28, Norman Merle Grim, who was sentenced to death for the 1998 murder of Cynthia Campbell in Santa Rosa County, met his date with the executioner….
Category: Hamilton County
News pertaining to the Hamilton County area.
Jail Report
Lafayette County Oct. 31 Caleb Chalmer, violation of probation Nov. 2 Willie Cook Jr., violation of probation Hamilton County Oct. 27 Antwain Leon Strawder, simple battery domestic violence, aggravated battery, withhold…
Tri-County fall festival fun
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org As the cold air begins to blow into the tri-county area and trees begin to change color in preparation of winter, it is obvious to all that fall has…
Community Calendar
Wednesday, Nov. 5 and Thursday, Nov. 6 Let TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) help you with your weight management goals. TOPS is a weight-loss support group with two chapters that meet weekly…
Hamilton County Board of County Commissioners hear presentations
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org During its regular meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 21, the Hamilton County Board of County Commissioners had the opportunity to hear two presentations on county maintenance and youth mentorship through…
Busy Bee redevelopment project expands in Hamilton County
Hamilton County Development Authority Contributor On Wednesday, Oct. 22, the Hamilton County Development Authority (HCDA) announced that construction of the second phase of the Busy Bee redevelopment and expansion project is now…
Two killed in early-morning crash in Hamilton County
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Two people were killed early Friday morning, Oct. 31, following a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 75 in Hamilton County. According to the Florida Highway Patrol report, the crash occurred…
Trojans celebrate seniors with football victory
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Friday, Oct. 17, the Hamilton County High School Trojans hosted the Dixie County Bears for a football showdown. However, before the game began, the school took time to…
Hamilton Elementary students show love to AFJROTC Cadet Lieutenant Colonel
Hamilton County Elementary School students absolutely love their Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) Cadet Lieutenant Colonel! She’s not just helping with homework—she’s teaching teamwork, responsibility and leadership every step…
The importance of health literacy and rural communities
Kim Griffin Contributor During the month of October, we celebrate Health Literacy Month to highlight how understanding health information can help us live healthier lives. Health information simply means any knowledge or…
Hamilton County Chamber of Commerce hosts dinner honoring local businesses
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.com The Hamilton County Chamber of Commerce held its annual dinner honoring local businesses on Thursday, Oct. 16, at The Glass & Canopy in Jennings. The event featured an open…
Jail Report
Lafayette County Oct. 21 Tracy Hoopes, violation of probation, property crime, trespassing Oct. 23 Carlos Vasquez- Lopez, driving under the influence, moving traffic violation Oct. 26 Crystal Hampton, aggravated battery, battery …
Community Calendar
Wednesday, Oct. 29 and Thursday, Oct. 30 Let TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) help you with your weight management goals. TOPS is a weight- loss support group with two chapters that meet…
Hamilton County Development Authority announces Jennings Dollar General nearing completion
HCDA Contributor On Wednesday, Oct. 22, the Hamilton County Development Authority (HCDA) announced construction of a new Dollar General store in Jennings is nearing completion, marking continued retail growth and investment in…
Hamilton County man leads deputies on high speed chase
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org A Hamilton County man was charged with fleeing and eluding law enforcement after engaging Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) deputies through the outskirts of Jennings. On Tuesday, Oct. 21,…
“Death Cafe” comes to White Springs Public Library
Jason Futch Reporter2@RiverbendNews.org The White Springs Public Library hosted its first “Death Cafe” on Tuesday, Oct. 21. The Death Cafe is a nationwide movement to explore the topics of death and dying…
Gibbons given multiple life sentences following 2023 abduction
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Following two days of testimony, Desmond Leon Gibbons learned his fate inside the Hamilton County Courthouse on Wednesday, Oct. 22, as a jury found him guilty of all six…