Former Hamilton County Sheriff Harrell Reid, who passed away on April 23 of this year, was posthumously inducted into the Florida Law Enforcement Officers’ Hall of Fame during a ceremony held on…
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News pertaining to the Hamilton County area.
Peggy Hasty appointed Region Two Vice President of FASFEPA
Peggy Hasty Contributor Veteran educator Peggy Hasty has been appointed as the Region Two Vice President of the Florida Association of State and Federal Education Program Administrators (FASFEPA), recognizing her extensive experience…
2025 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report
Town of Jennings – PWSID# 2240579 We’re pleased to provide you with this year’s Annual Drinking Water Quality Report. If you have any questions about this report or concerning your water utility,…
Hamilton hosts Memorial Day ceremony
Christian Peterson [email protected] There are many holidays throughout the year to recognize America’s armed forces. Veteran’s Day is one of the most well- known, as it is a day where the country…
Jail Report 5.17 – 6.1
Lafayette County May 26 Joshua Farthing, interfere with custody of minor, sexual assault by 24 years of age or older on victim 16 or 17 years of age Hamilton County May 17…
Hamilton County seeking vendors for Fourth of July celebration
Christian Peterson [email protected] Hamilton County Parks and Recreation is gearing up for its annual Fourth of July celebration, and is seeking vendors to help make it an exciting day. So far, the…
Lake City VA Medical Center to host “Freedom 250 Veterans Fest”
Hailey Waldo [email protected] Veterans and their families are invited to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary during the upcoming “Freedom 250 Veterans Fest” hosted by the North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health System at the…
Burn bans lifted in Suwannee, Hamilton and Lafayette
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News Recent rainfall across North Florida has led officials to lift burn bans in Suwannee, Hamilton and Lafayette Counties. According to reports from local county commissioners, the burn ban…
Jasper City Council looks forward to the future with city plans
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Thursday, May 21, the Jasper City Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with the council approving the agenda for the evening. After that, council…
Blackberry Festival this weekend!
Danny Federico [email protected] Summer is finally here, and that means it’s time once more for one of Riverbend News’ favorite traditions. The Fourth Annual Riverbend News Blackberry Festival is set for Saturday,…
Dual enrolled student spotlight of the month – Jesus Martinez Gregorio
NFC Contributor North Florida College (NFC) offers a Dual Enrollment program that allows students to earn college credits while still in high school and at no cost. The NFC Office of Dual…
North Florida College recognizes academic distinction and leadership at 2026 Honors Convocation
NFC Contributor North Florida College formally recognized academic excellence, leadership and service during its 2026 Honors Convocation, an annual academic tradition that highlights student achievement across disciplines and celebrates the intellectual and…
VBS CALENDAR
If your church will be hosting a VBS, please reach out to Danny Federico at [email protected] or call 386-364-4141. First Baptist Church of Live Oak: Rainforest Falls Sunday, May 31 – Thursday,…
Hamilton County Sheriff ’s Office launches Guardian Alert decal program
Christian Peterson [email protected] The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) is offering free Guardian Alert Vehicle decals to help first responders identify vehicles that may have an occupant with autism or special needs….
Jail Report 5.18 – 5.23
Lafayette County May 18 Paulo De Franca Agnaldo, driving while license suspended or restricted May 20 Floyd Elmore, driving while license suspended or restricted, tag not assigned, fail to register motor vehicle,…
Hamilton County Commissioners lift mandatory burn ban
Rick Patrick Riverbend News During its regular meeting on Tuesday, May 19, the Hamilton County Board of County Commissioners considered lifting the ban on all outside burning. The ban had been in…
White Springs Town Council passes multiple resolutions looking to the future
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Tuesday, May 12, the White Springs Town Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with approval of the agenda. The only change that the council…