Jason Futch [email protected] The Jasper Foodway was recently victim to a theft ring allegedly led by three former employees of the store. According to the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) arrest report,…
Category: Hamilton County
News pertaining to the Hamilton County area.
HCSO takes stand against animal abuse
Jason Futch [email protected] The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office is taking a stand against animal abuse by unveiling a new yard sign that will be placed in suspects’ yards after an arrest. The…
Hornets defeat Trojans during two soccer matches
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Friday, Dec. 12, the Lafayette High School Hornets hosted the Hamilton County High School Trojans for two soccer showdowns, one between the girls teams and one between the…
Florida legislation provides opportunity to keep school start times the same
Christian Peterson [email protected] In 2023, Florida legislation passed a law requiring middle schools to start no earlier than 8 a.m. and high schools to start no earlier than 8:30 a.m. The law…
Hamilton County High School student passes CNA licensing exam
Tiffany Quintero Contributor The Hamilton County School District is proud of Elijah Devore, a Hamilton County High School student who took his certified nursing assistant (CNA) licensing exam on Tuesday, Dec. 2,…
“Line Dance King” Set to Headline Rhythm and Feast Festival in White Springs
Jason Futch [email protected] The “Cupid Shuffle” has been a dance craze throughout the nation and around the world since it was introduced to audiences in 2006. When the music hits, people stop…
Step into good health and step up for Suwannee
Kim Griffin Contributor As we welcome a new year, there’s no better time to reconnect with the outdoors and rediscover the powerful benefits of moving our bodies in nature. Outdoor exercise offers…
Cottage Food Law for Beginners course to be held
Jason Futch [email protected] The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) is hosting a Cottage Food Law for Beginners course on Tuesday, March 18, 2026, from 9 a.m. to…
Slew of bills take aim at property taxes
Lazaro Aleman [email protected] A slew of tax-relief measures have thus far been filed in the Florida Legislature for the 2026 session, all of them aiming to reduce or eliminate property taxes. The…
Jail Report
Lafayette County Dec. 8 Juan Mendez Castellano, operate motor vehicle without valid license Arthur Cook, battery Dec. 10 Edy Omar Velazquez De Leon, operate motor vehicle without valid license Hamilton County…
Woman’s Club of Jasper to host Chili/Soup Cook-Off
Jason Futch [email protected] The Woman’s Club of Jasper is hosting its annual Chili/Soup Cook Off on Saturday, Jan. 10, at the clubhouse, located at 403 NW 6th Ave., in Jasper. The number…
Homebuyers Education Online Classes coming in 2026
Jason Futch [email protected] The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) has announced the return of its Homebuyer Education Online Classes. The classes, which are US Housing and Urban…
Hamilton County commissioners deny road closure
Jason Futch [email protected] A group of Jasper residents came together during the Hamilton County Board of County Commissioners’ regular meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 2, to oppose a proposed road closure. The proposal…
Jennings Police Department receives approval for new equipment
Jason Futch [email protected] The Jennings Police Department (JPD) will soon receive new laptops and printers for its patrol vehicles. During the regular meeting of the Jennings Town Council on Tuesday, Dec. 2,…
More information revealed in November HCSO drug bust
Jason Futch [email protected] The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO), working in conjunction with its Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team, conducted two simultaneous search warrants in southwest Jasper. The search warrants, executed…
Hamilton County High School mourns the passing of Dean Morell
Jason Futch [email protected] Hamilton County High School (HCHS) faculty and students recently mourned the loss of a beloved high school Spanish teacher. Dean Morell, who passed away on Sunday, Nov. 30, was…
The All-Riverbend Golf Team
Christian Peterson [email protected] The golf season has come to an end, highlighted by standout performances across the Riverbend News coverage area. This year,Riverbend News has selected the top athletes for the All-Riverbend…