Lafayette County March 26 Lawrence Albenberger, trespassing March 27 Ashley Jordan, violation of probation Hamilton County March 16 Abdullah Anar, no valid drivers license Danielle Maddox, out-of-county warrant Luis Francisco Tomas, driving…
Category: Lafayette County
News pertaining to the Lafayette County area.
You changed the clock, now protect your heart
Kim Griffin Contributor Every spring, we move our clocks forward one hour for Daylight Saving Time. While the change may seem small, it can have real effects on heart health. Losing just…
Seal and expunge pro bono clinic coming to Live Oak
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Residents of the Third Judicial Circuit who may be eligible to seal or expunge their criminal records will have an opportunity to receive assistance during a free legal clinic…
Accident in Lafayette County claims two lives
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Friday, March 20, a tragedy struck Lafayette County. According to a report from Florida Highway Patrol, at 8:30 p.m., a Chevrolet pickup truck, driven by a 60-year-old man from Jennings and containing a 72-year-old…
Lafayette Commission approves multiple resolutions during meeting
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Tuesday, March 10, the Lafayette County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting, beginning with the board approving the minutes from the previous meeting. After that, the board called for public comment. …
Jail Report 3.11 – 3.15
Lafayette County March 11 Scott Thompson, battery Lucille Thompson, battery Dale Norris, battery March 14 Antonio Porter, out-of-county warrant, open container of alcohol within 100 feet of business Suwannee County March 9…
Farm Bureau establishes disaster relief fund for agriculture
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…
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…