Lafayette County June 30 Matthew Schmaltz, driving while license suspended or restricted, out-of-county warrant July 1 Montie Jones, driving while license suspended or restricted, marijuana possession, possession of weapon or ammo by…
Category: Hamilton County
News pertaining to the Hamilton County area.
Josh Daniel sentenced to four years for role in White Springs homicide
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Tuesday, June 30, Josh Daniel, 19, appeared in court for sentencing in the homicide case involving William “Junior” Powell Jr. Daniel previously pleaded guilty to accessory after the…
HamCo WaterSmart initiative aims to equip youth with lifesaving swim skills
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News A new program meant to promote water safety and swimming confidence among youth is making a splash this summer. The HamCo WaterSmart initiative will provide Hamilton County children…
VBS CALENDAR
Pine Grove Church: Emerald Crossing • Monday, July 6-Friday, July 10 • 6 p.m.-8 p.m. • 17707 180th St. Live Oak, Fla. • All ages • Dinner will be provided. • Lively…
All Our Kidz unveils new butterfly garden in White Springs
Christian Peterson [email protected] All our Kidz is a local group in White Springs focused on building up and strengthening the children in the community. As Kizzie Burch, the director of the program,…
2025 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report
Dear customers, we are pleased to present to you this year’s Annual Drinking Water Quality Report, also known as the Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). This report is designed to inform you about…
Jail Report 6.22 – 6.28
Lafayette County June 24 Michael Trail, out-of-county warrant Zachary Hawk, violation of probation Hamilton County June 22 Dalton Lee Sumner, out-of-county warrant June 23 Andre Maurice Young, indecent exposure Justin Lee Grantham,…
Hamilton County to celebrate America 250 with fireworks and family fun
Danny Federico [email protected] Hamilton County will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with its annual Independence Day festival on Saturday, July 4, with live music, family-friendly activities, vendors and one of the area’s largest…
DOH-Hamilton extends rabies ALERT
DOH-Hamilton Contributor The Florida Department of Health in Hamilton County (DOH-Hamilton) is extending a rabies alert in Hamilton County in response to a confirmed case of rabies in a fox that died…
White Springs vice mayor arrested on animal cruelty charge
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Friday, June 26, Nicole Williams, vice mayor of White Springs, was arrested and taken to the Hamilton County Jail on a warrant for animal cruelty. According to an…
Search continues for missing Hamilton County teen
Danny Federico [email protected] The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, in coordination with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, is continuing to seek the public’s assistance in locating a missing 16-year-old girl. According to…
Vote Dr. Neelam Taneja Perry for U.S. Senate from Florida
Dr. Neelam Taneja Perry is running for U.S. Senate from Florida. Dr. Neelam Taneja Perry is focused on restoring trust in public institutions, protecting Floridians’ freedoms, strengthening our economy, and putting patients,…
Hamilton County 4-H hosts “Timeless Treasures” event for local senior citizens
Kimberly Tanner and 4-H Agent Beth Kerr Contributo The Hamilton County 4-H Program recently hosted a special event for senior citizens titled “Timeless Treasures – Connecting Hearts Across Generations” at the Senior…
Cameron Fine receives life sentence in Powell murder
Christian Peterson [email protected] The Hamilton County Courthouse was filled Tuesday, June 23, as 19-year-old Cameron Fine was sentenced to life in prison after pleading guilty to the second-degree murder of William “Junior”…
Former Hamilton County educator named new principal of Madison County High School
Rick Patrick Riverbend News During a special meeting of the Madison County District School Board on Wednesday, June 17, the board voted to confirm Peggy Hasty as the new principal at Madison…
McDonald’s opens applications for Golden Grants
Madelyn Schieder Contributor The McDonald’s Florida Georgia Line Operator’s Association (FGLBU) opened applications for its annual Golden Grants Program. This year, the program will award grants of $2,500 and $5,000 to support…
Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office welcomes new deputy Beshara
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) recently welcomed its newest deputy during an official swearing-in ceremony. Deputy Beshara was formal sworn in and took the oath to serve…