Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org The Hamilton County Board of County Commissioners held its regular meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 3, at the county courthouse in Jasper. During the meeting, commissioners touched on several topics…
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County fire and EMS services continue to be discussed in Jennings
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org The Jennings Town Council held its regularly scheduled meeting at town hall on Tuesday, Feb. 3. Among the topics discussed was the possibility of bringing Hamilton County Fire Rescue…
Counties come together to celebrate Rural Counties Day
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Rural counties throughout Florida had the opportunity to take part in Rural Counties Day at the Florida State Capitol. From spotlighting Hamilton County’s growth to the Lafayette County Chamber…
A legacy of care and dignity: Charles T. Hall
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org Charles Theodore Hall was a man whose name was synonymous with care and dignity in Suwannee County. He was one of the earliest Black funeral directors in Suwannee County,…
HamCo Hometown Heroes: A community comes together through Pallets for Patriotism
Jennifer Gisonni Contributor What began as a creative idea – transforming reclaimed pallets into hand- painted expressions of patriotism – became a powerful reminder of what is possible when a community comes…
Jail Report Jan. 26 – Feb. 2
Lafayette County Jan. 26 Anastasia De La Poer Beresford, failure to appear Jan. 27 Domingo Lopez-Cruz, operate motor vehicle without valid license Martin Ramirez Cruz, resist officer Jan. 29 Justin Peek, sexual…
Electric Cooperative join forces to support suffering lineman Dwayne Law
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Electric Cooperatives are an integral part of Florida; the linemen are heroes across the state for their dedication to the communities around them and their willingness to serve in…
A recap of 2025 with the Woman’s Club of Jasper
Delores Howell Contributor The Woman’s Club of Jasper had an exciting and busy 2025. In January, the club sponsored our annual Chili/Soup Cook-off with 14 entries. In May, the club awarded two…
Jail Report 1.19 – 1.26
Lafayette County Jan. 25 Max Law, drive with suspended revoked license Arthur Cook, drive with suspended revoked license, attach registration plate not assigned Hamilton County Jan. 12 Daveena Meshell Cooper, failure…
Hamilton County Senior Center to host free meals, information event on Jan. 30
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Senior citizens in Hamilton County are invited to attend a free informational event at the Hamilton County Senior Center on Friday, Jan. 30. The event will take place at…
2025-26 All-Riverbend Volleyball Team
Middle Blockers Outside Hitters Right-Side Hitter Setter …
Hamilton County Senior Center to host free meals, information event on Jan.
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Senior citizens in Hamilton County are invited to attend a free informational event at the Hamilton County Senior Center on Friday, Jan. 30. The event will take place at…
Letter to the Editor: An update from the Town Manager of White Springs – January 2026
I want to thank the White Springs Town Council for giving me a longer contract by appointing me as the city manager. It is a pleasure to serve both the council and…
Honoring the area’s 2025-26 Teachers and School-Related Employees of the Year
Jason Futch Reporter2@RiverbendNews.org Each year, Riverbend News is honored to share with the community each school district’s Teacher of the Year and School-Related Employee of the Year for the 2025-26 school year….
Hamilton County High School hits historic graduation rate
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Hamilton County High School (HCHS) has a lot to celebrate following news of a significant spike in graduation rates for the Class of 2025. The achievement marks the first…
Honoring the musical legacy of Stephen C. Foster
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Stephen Collins Foster left an enduring mark on American music despite his short life. His creative influence even reached Florida, where he wrote the song “Old Folks at Home.”…
HCHS Beta Club competes at state conference
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org The Hamilton County High School (HCHS) Senior Beta Club earned high marks at the Beta Club state conference, which was held at the Signia by Hilton at Bonnett Creek…