Lafayette County Sept. 15 Kenneth Beebe, out-of-county warrant Jasmine Hannah, marijuana possession, drug equipment possession Sept. 20 Michael Warren, battery domestic Antonio Pacheco, driving while license suspended or restricted Hamilton County Sept….
Category: Lafayette County
News pertaining to the Lafayette County area.
Lafayette School County District approves all items at Sept. 9 meeting
The Lafayette County School Board met on Tuesday, Sept. 9, for its regular meeting, where several items regarding school operations were up for discussion. The evening began with a public hearing, where…
Sheriffs advise public on legal open carry areas amid court ruling
Jason Futch Reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The sheriffs in Hamilton, Lafayette and Suwannee Counties joined the chorus of several sheriffs’ offices and police departments across the state in announcing their decision to no longer enforce…
Lafayette County accident results in fatalities and injuries
Jason Futch Reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com An afternoon accident involving a Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) deputy resulted in the deaths of two Mayo teens on Friday, Sept. 19. According to a Florida Highway Patrol…
XM Radio star Olivia Lane to headline North Florida Women’s Conference
Jason Futch Reporter2.RiverbendNews@gmail.com The North Florida Women’s Conference is approaching, and a special guest will be the keynote speaker. The conference will be held on Sunday, Oct. 5, at the Alton Church…
Mayo Town Council gets ready for the holiday season
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Monday, Sept. 8, the Mayo Town Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with the Council amending the agenda to add two items: a discussion…
Lafayette County Commissioners look at EMS improvements
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, Sept. 9, the Lafayette County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The Board first approved the minutes from the previous meeting, then called…
Buccaneers and Hornets battle in a tight volleyball match
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, Sept. 9, the Branford High School Buccaneers hosted the Lafayette High School Hornets for an intense volleyball showdown. The two teams have a long-standing, friendly rivalry, especially…
Bulldogs bite and Hornets sting in football face-off
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, Aug. 29, the Suwannee High School Bulldogs hosted the Lafayette High School Hornets for a football showdown. It was the second game of the season for both…
Florida Retired Educators Association welcomes local teachers
Jason Futch Reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Florida Retired Educators Association (FREA) is a nonprofit organization that advocates for Florida Retirement System retirees, provides community service opportunities, and provides resources and information to help education…
EcoRover all-terrain trackchairs now available at Florida State Parks
Jason Futch Reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Several Florida State Parks (FSP) locations are now offering a convenient way for guests with mobility issues to get around with ease. The EcoRover all-terrain trackchairs are being…
Lafayette County Farm Bureau announces new speech contest
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Contests are a part of life; humans love to compete with each other. It is effective at helping every person better themselves. It also allows everyone the opportunity to…
Healthy living takes center stage at Lafayette County Resource Fair
Beverly Fountain Lafayette Department of Health The Florida Department of Health in Lafayette County invites residents to attend the Lafayette County Community Resource Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 25. The event will be…
Jail Report
Lafayette County Aug. 18 Domingo Patishtan, driving while license suspended or revoked Aug. 19 John Williams, battery Hamilton County Aug. 18 Ryan Russell Wrye, drug possession Christian Daniel Carter, driving while license…
Mayo Masons continue tradition of supporting education
Stanley Swam Contributor The Mayo Masonic Lodge recently awarded its annual scholarship and its “Adopt A Teacher” award for the 2025 school year. Elder Santiago, a 2025 graduate of Lafayette High School,…
LES Parent Teacher Organization hosting fundraiser dinner
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, Aug. 29, the Lafayette High School (LHS) Hornets are set to face off against the Suwannee High School Bulldogs in a football showdown. But before this Suwannee…
Mayo audit has zero findings
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Monday, Aug. 11, the Mayo Town Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with the adoption of the evening’s agenda and the approval of the…