Shawn Jackson Contributor Lafayette County 4-H and the Lafayette County School District recently hosted its annual Speech Contest, powered by Florida Power & Light, celebrating youth voice, creativity and confidence. The contest…
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News pertaining to the Lafayette County area.
17th Annual Stomp the Swamp happening March 7
UF CARD Constituency Board Contributor The UF CARD Constituency Board is excited to announce the 17th Annual Stomp the Swamp for Autism Acceptance and Awareness event, taking place at Ben Hill Griffin…
Mayo resident Helen Haigh turns 100
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org Mayo has a new centenarian within its ranks! Helen Haigh celebrated her 100th birthday at Lafayette Nursing & Rehabilitation Center on Monday, Feb. 9, a milestone that brought generations…
Lafayette Commission discusses Live Local Act concerns
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Tuesday, Feb. 10, the Lafayette County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The board began by approving the minutes from the previous meeting before opening the floor to public comment. The first…
North Florida College honors President’s List scholars for academic excellence
NFC Contributor North Florida College (NFC) proudly recognizes students who earned placement on the Academic President’s List, the College’s highest scholastic honor, awarded to full-time students who achieve exceptional academic performance during…
North Florida College celebrates Dean’s List scholars
NFC Contributor North Florida College (NFC) proudly recognizes students who earned placement on the Dean’s List, honoring academic achievement and dedication during the term. These honors reflect the hard work, discipline and…
BBQ dinner fundraiser supports Reed family
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Last month, Mayo residents Corey and Amanda Reed lost their son in a car accident. As the family mourned, the community rallied around them to offer support. Working together, the community hosted multiple fundraising meals to help cover expenses associated with laying their son to…
Third Annual Community Church Leadership Conference scheduled for Feb. 28 in Mayo
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org The Community Church Leadership Mission (CCLM) will host its Third Annual Community Church Leadership Conference on Saturday, Feb. 28, in Mayo. The theme for this year’s conference is “All…
The Hyssongs set to perform in Mayo on Feb. 22
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Bethel Creek Baptist Church invites the community to a free gospel concert featuring Southern Gospel trio The Hyssongs on Sunday, Feb. 22, beginning at 6 p.m. The concert is…
Lafayette County Toxic Round-Up event collects hazardous waste
Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Department Contributor The Alachua County Household Hazardous Waste Department, in partnership with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and the Lafayette County Commission, will sponsor a FREE…
Lafayette County School Board approves utility easement for Town of Mayo
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org The Lafayette County School Board met on Tuesday, Jan. 20, beginning by recognizing January’s Students of the Month. Each student was nominated by their teacher for their growth in…
Co-founder of the Madison County Carrier Mary Ellen Greene passes away
Mary Ellen (Selman) Greene, 86, passed away on Monday, Feb. 16, at 11:25 p.m., in the Madison County Memorial Hospital in the presence of family, after an extended illness. Mary Ellen was…
Livin’ Like Larry Farm Sanctuary Micro Pet Food Pantries installed throughout region
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org The Livin’ Like Larry Farm Sanctuary has been installing Micro Pet Food Pantries through its Suwannee Animal Ambassadors, Volunteers and Educators (S.A.V.E.) program. The sanctuary has provided a regional…
Hornets celebrate seniors during basketball game
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Friday, Jan. 30, the Lafayette County High School Hornets hosted their rivals, the Branford High School Buccaneers, for basketball showdowns. While the rivalry games were a big draw for many, another celebration took place that night that…
Water First North Florida brings hope and concerns to drought-stricken Suwannee River Basin
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Water First North Florida is an upcoming project aimed at bringing relief to the drought-stricken Suwannee River Basin by pumping water from the St. Johns River. The project is…
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…
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…