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…
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News pertaining to the Hamilton County area.
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…
Clyde’s Welding granted rezoning despite public criticism
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Clyde’s Welding was the subject of discussion–and controversy–as the Hamilton County Board of County Commissioners considered a future land use map during a public hearing on Tuesday, Oct. 21….
Area Farm Bureaus hold Annual Meetings
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Every year, local county Farm Bureau offices organize special meetings to provide updates on their finances, elect new directors, announce the local Farm Families of the Year, and enjoy…
Community Calendar
Mondays – Thursdays Mayo Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at the Third District Community Center (3373 US 27, Mayo). Beginners’ meetings are held on Mondays at 6:30…
Cast your vote for the 2025 Best of Riverbend awards
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com To spotlight the area’s top local talent, businesses and service stars, Riverbend News is hosting its inaugural Best of Riverbend awards ceremony. Residents of Hamilton, Lafayette and Suwannee Counties…
Florida men complete nonstop 242-mile paddle of the Suwannee River
Jason Futch Reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Those who have grown up around the Suwannee River are familiar with the natural beauty it brings to eight counties, from the state line to the little town of…
Our Community Cares Coalition to host Red Ribbon Week festivities
Jason Futch Reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Our Community Cares Coalition (OCCC) will host a series of events to commemorate Red Ribbon Week, culminating in the unveiling of a mural at the White Springs…
Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office hosts first National Night Out
Jason Futch Reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) hosted its first National Night Out event in downtown Jasper on Tuesday, Oct. 7. Since 1984, National Night Out has been an…
White Springs Town Council reviews water systems improvement project
Jason Futch Reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The White Springs Town Council met for its regular meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 14, at Town Hall. Opening the meeting was Kellen Lindsey of CPH Consultants, who went over…
Hamilton County Commissioners hesitant to approve $100,000 demolition bill
Jason Futch Reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, Oct. 7, the Hamilton County Board of County Commissioners listened as Kellan Bailey from North Florida Professional Services (NFPS) spoke about renovations needed for a county-owned building…
Community Calendar
Mondays – Thursdays Mayo Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at the Third District Community Center (3373 US 27, Mayo). Beginners’ meetings are held on Mondays at 6…
Raven Merine: Classroom hero, cancer fighter
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Raven Merine is a school teacher at Hamilton County High School (HCHS) and has taught middle school students for the last eight years. The Hamilton County native graduated from…
Local youth shine at 2025 Hamilton County Fair Events Day
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Young participants and fans of all ages gathered at the Hamilton County Arena in Jasper for the 55th Annual Fair Events Day on Thursday, Oct. 2. The day kicked…
Haunted Trail & Hayride coming to Jasper
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Get ready to be spooked, Hamilton County! The Haunted Trail & Hayride is coming to Jasper over the next couple of weeks. The festival will be held on Friday,…