Danny Federico [email protected] Airline Baptist Church will be hosting a Sports Camp from Sunday, June 21, through Wednesday, June 24, offering local elementary students an opportunity to build skills, friendships and faith…
Category: Lafayette County
News pertaining to the Lafayette County area.
Remembering the past, celebrating freedom: The meaning of Juneteenth
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News Every year, on June 19, communities across the United States gather to celebrate Juneteenth, a holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in America and honors the resilience,…
Jail Report 6.9 – 6.15
Lafayette County June 9 Donato Cazuela, immigration hold James Quinn, burglary, illegal dumping, grand theft firearm, damage property John Hamby, burglary, illegal dumping, grand theft firearm, damage property Ryan Thompson, felony battery…
Be prepared in case of property fraud
Christian Peterson [email protected] Property fraud is a growing problem across the United States. Criminals will file fraudulent documents or use identity theft to illegally transfer ownership of property or place mortgages or…
Lafayette Commission continue flood improvement work
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Tuesday, June 9, the Lafayette County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with the board approving the minutes from the previous…
Governor appoints Hardee as Third Judicial Circuit Court judge
Mickey Starling Riverbend News On Tuesday, May 19, Governor Ron DeSantis announced four judicial appointments, including naming Madison County resident Cary A. “Bo” Hardee as the Third Judicial Circuit Court judge, replacing…
FSYR to host free six-day sleep away camp for youth
Ady Hammock Riverbend News Florida Sheriff’s Youth Ranches will be holding a free summer camp for youth in Gadsden, Leon, Wakulla, Jefferson, Madison, Hamilton, Taylor, Dixie, Lafayette and Suwannee Counties. This camp…
Jail Report 6.1 – 6.7
Lafayette County June 1 Yoheiber Enrique Vargas-Soto, failure to stop at agricultural inspection station June 3 Jason Benoit, out-of-county warrant June 5 Roberto Sanchez-Perez, battery, resisting officer June 6 Michael Mcquay, aggravated…
Lafayette Elementary School celebrates year-end achievements
Danny Federico [email protected] Lafayette Elementary School (LES) hosted an end-of-year celebration on Monday, May 18, at the Alton Church of God Family Life Center, recognizing student tutors, the district teacher of the…
Young minds shine in Lafayette Elementary science showcase
Alicia Prine Contributor On Thursday, April 30, Lafayette Elementary School (LES) held its annual Science Fair Showcase. According to Alicia Prine, fifth-grade science teacher at LES, second and fourth-grade students have been…
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…
Historic tour of Downtown Mayo to be held
Ady Kinsley Riverbend News Sheilah Broughton will be hosting a walking tour of historic downtown Mayo on Saturday, June 6. Brought to you by Writers’ Ink, Novel Bunch Book Club, the Lafayette…
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…
Mayo preparing for patriotic Independence Day Celebration
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News The community of Mayo is gearing up for a festive event of patriotism, family fun and fireworks as the Mayo Woman’s Club hosts its “250th Independence Day Celebration”…
Lafayette Commissioners approve bid for County Road 400 resurfacing
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Tuesday, May 26, the Lafayette County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with the board approving the minutes from the previous…
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…
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…