Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Florida Farm Bureau has created a disaster relief fund that will assist Florida farmers and ranchers who have suffered significant agricultural losses or expenses because of weather-related events and…
Category: Lafayette County
News pertaining to the Lafayette County area.
The Arc open house welcomes community to new Mayo facility
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org The Arc is coming to Mayo – there is no doubt about that. The building is in the final stages of preparation, with decorations and supplies being brought in….
Lafayette Babe Ruth to host Super Saturday opening day on March 21
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org The Lafayette Babe Ruth League will kick off its 2026 season with its annual Super Saturday opening day celebration on Saturday, March 21, with a full slate of games…
Florida bill imposes new voter identification requirements
Lazaro Aleman editor@riverbendnews.org A bill passed by both the Florida House and Senate and now awaiting Gov. Ron DeSantis’s signature will require voters to show proof of citizenship at the ballot box….
The RISE Scholarship open to High School Tech Students
Hailey Waldo editor@riverbendnews.org Applications are now open for the Able Trust RISE Scholarship, a financial aid opportunity designed to support High School High Tech (HSHT) students as they transition from high school…
Jail Report 3/2/26 – 3/9/26
Lafayette County March 2 John Chastain, felony violation of probation Edilzar Ortiz, operating motor vehicle without valid license March 4 Clifford Pressley, out-of-county warrant March 5 Rex Denoi, driving while license suspended…
Town Talk: The Gathering is coming to Mayo
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Mayo has good news – and good food – on the horizon. The Old Napa store property was recently annexed into the Town of Mayo and has since been…
Hornets defeat Buccaneers in tight baseball match
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Tuesday, March 3, the Lafayette High School Hornets hosted their rivals, the Branford High School Buccaneers, for a baseball showdown. With the season now in full swing, this marked the first time the friendly rivals have faced off in a year. What followed was a tight…
LaGrange men’s golf spring season starting
Rick Patrick editor@riverbendnews.org The LaGrange College Panthers men’s golf team is starting its spring season with a Lafayette High School alumnus on the team. Trey Galbraith, a Madison County native and sophomore…
Buchanan honored for 55 years of service at Mayo Masonic Lodge
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Marvin Buchanan received special recognition for 55 years of dedicated service to Mayo Masonic Lodge No. 119 at a celebration held on Tuesday, Feb. 17. Before his fellow lodge…
Lafayette Commission continues burn ban
On Tuesday, Feb. 24, 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 meeting before calling…
Hornets fall to Cowgirls, 14-1
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Lafayette High School’s varsity softball team traveled to Madison County High School on Friday, Feb. 20, to take on the Cowgirls. The Hornets were coming off a 15-0 loss…
Lafayette FBLA Gears and Goods Car Show set for March 21
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Car enthusiasts and community members alike are invited to rev their engines and head to Mayo for the Gears and Goods Car Show, hosted by Lafayette High School’s Future…
Lane closures expected this week
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org The Florida Department of Transportation advises drivers of the following road work impacts for the week of Saturday, Feb. 28, through Friday, March 6: Hamilton County: Daytime lane closures…
United Way annual Golf Tournament set for March 14 at Quail Heights
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org The United Way of Suwannee Valley will host its annual Golf Tournament on Saturday, March 14, at Quail Heights Country Club. Registration will begin at 7:30 a.m., followed by…
Annual livestock show and sale coming soon
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org It’s that time of year again – the annual Suwannee Valley Youth Livestock Show and Sale (SVYLSS) is gearing up to take place from Monday, March 23, through Friday,…
Lafayette School Board approves agreements, policies at Feb. 17 meeting
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org The Lafayette County School Board met for its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 17. The meeting began with Superintendent Robbie Edwards recognizing the district’s Students of the Month….