Michelana Jones Byrd was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2016. Following a double mastectomy and radiation treatment, she was declared cancer free in 2017. Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Michelana Jones Byrd has…
Category: Hamilton County
News pertaining to the Hamilton County area.
Governor Ron DeSantis announces SAFE program delivers record seizures of fentanyl
Governor’s Press Office Contributor Governor Ron DeSantis recently announced the State Assistance for Fentanyl Eradication (SAFE) grant program delivered more resources for law enforcement, more takedowns of traffickers, and record seizures of…
Multi-county car chase leads to arrests
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com A multi-county car chase initiated in Alachua County on Thursday, Oct. 2, led deputies from the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) and Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) to arrest…
HCSO receives multiple grants and donations to improve agency
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) has received several grants, which will significantly improve its operations. Not only will the improvement benefit the agency, but the inclusion of a…
Trojans celebrate Homecoming with football victory
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, Sept. 26, the Hamilton County High School Trojans hosted the Jefferson County Tigers for a football showdown. The game went well for the Trojans, as they scored…
Bulldogs claim victory over Trojans
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Thursday, Sept. 25, the Suwannee High School Bulldogs hosted the Hamilton County High School Trojans for a volleyball showdown. The Bulldogs entered the game with a 7-12 record,…
Florida Voices for Health pushes for stronger rural healthcare access
Jason Futch Reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com In 2020, Shands Lake Shore Regional Medical Center in Lake City ceased operations. The closure was attributed to unsustainable financial losses and declining patient volume, leading to an agreement…
Property Fraud Alert available to Florida residents
Jason Futch Reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Nineteen counties in Florida are participating in a program designed to keep property owners informed when possible fraudulent activity is detected. Property Fraud Alert (PFA) notifies subscribers when a…
Hamilton County teacher reflects on 29 years of serving students
Jason Futch Reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Leigh Ann Norris has spent the last 29 years serving students within the Hamilton County School District and has been recognized multiple times for her service. She loves teaching…
Hamilton students suit up for science
Hamilton County High School students recently suited up in their scientist gear to dive into hands-on chemistry experiments. During these lessons, students explored reactions, tested hypotheses, and learned the building blocks of…
VFW Post 8095 to host First Responders Day celebration in Jasper
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 8095 is set to honor local heroes with a special First Responders Day event on Wednesday, Oct. 9 at 6 p.m. The evening…
Relay 4 Raven seeking vendors for Oct. 10 event
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Hamilton County High School (HCHS) Beta Club is seeking vendors to participate in the upcoming Relay 4 Raven Walk-a-Thon, scheduled for Friday, Oct. 10. The event is being…
Watson Healthcare to bring expanded medical care to Hamilton County
In 2020, Dr. James Watson and his wife, Jennifer, moved from Georgia to Jasper, bringing their combined experience to Hamilton County. Five years later, they are set to break ground on a…
Local rodeo with cash prizes coming to Jasper
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Rodeos are everywhere these days. As the weather begins to cool, and the area heads into the fall and winter months, the fan favorite events start to pop back…
Corinth Warriors go 2-1 in volleyball-packed week
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Corinth Christian Academy Warriors traveled to Madison County High School to take on the Cowgirls on Monday, Sept. 22, in a pair of hard-fought volleyball matches. The junior…
HCSO arrests four during drug operation
Jason Futch Reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO), in collaboration with the North Star Drug Task Force, made four arrests during a weekend operation in an effort to remove illegal narcotics…
Hamilton County Fair Events Day happening soon!
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Hamilton County Fair Events Day is set to take place on Thursday, Oct. 2, at the Hamilton County Arena. The day will begin with check-in for swine exhibitors…