Tiffany Thurston Contributor The Florida Department of Health in Suwannee County and Lafayette County emphasizes the importance of diabetes prevention and management during National Diabetes Awareness Month, recognized annually in November. There…
Category: Lafayette County
News pertaining to the Lafayette County area.
Honoring Florida’s Van Gogh: Live Oak Public Library showcases Ernest M. Lee’s work
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org When Ernest M. Lee was 3 years old, he grabbed a globe his grandmother owned and kept spinning it, his finger landing on “the boot” of America. He kept…
Community Calendar
Tuesdays – Sundays “You want to drink? That’s your business. You want to stop? That’s our business.” Join Live Oak’s Alcoholics Anonymous group to discover a new way of life. Regular Live…
Jail Report
Lafayette County Nov. 3 Brandon Stimpson, driving while license suspended or restricted Nov. 5 Fernando Gonzalez-Valencia, operate motor vehicle without valid license Willie Cook, violation of probation Nickolas Alaya, animals – torture…
Hornet Emma Soride signs to Chowan University
On Friday, Nov. 7, Emma Soride, a Lafayette High School volleyball player, signed to attend Chowan University after graduation. Soride was recruited as a libero, and plans to major in criminal justice…
Hornets take victory in rival game against Buccaneers
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org There are a few rivalries between local teams, however, none compare to the one between the Lafayette High School Hornets and the Branford High School Buccaneers. On Friday, Oct….
Jail Report
Lafayette County Oct. 31 Caleb Chalmer, violation of probation Nov. 2 Willie Cook Jr., violation of probation Hamilton County Oct. 27 Antwain Leon Strawder, simple battery domestic violence, aggravated battery, withhold…
Tri-County fall festival fun
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org As the cold air begins to blow into the tri-county area and trees begin to change color in preparation of winter, it is obvious to all that fall has…
Community Calendar
Wednesday, Nov. 5 and Thursday, Nov. 6 Let TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) help you with your weight management goals. TOPS is a weight-loss support group with two chapters that meet weekly…
Mayo Masonic Lodge assumes responsibility for Veteran crosses
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org The Mayo Masonic Lodge recently assumed the responsibility of 88 Veteran crosses, spotlighting local Veterans who served in the military through various conflicts and times of peace. Marvin Buchanan,…
Community Church Leadership Misson hosts second Praise in the Park
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Lafayette County may be small, but its local churches and faith-based ministries are very active. In fact, they like to join forces and work together to be involved in…
Rooted in love for community: The Lafayette County Historical Society
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org The Lafayette County Historical Society has been preserving the history of Lafayette County for nearly 45 years, hoping to share with a future generation of residents. As it prepares…
The importance of health literacy and rural communities
Kim Griffin Contributor During the month of October, we celebrate Health Literacy Month to highlight how understanding health information can help us live healthier lives. Health information simply means any knowledge or…
Jail Report
Lafayette County Oct. 21 Tracy Hoopes, violation of probation, property crime, trespassing Oct. 23 Carlos Vasquez- Lopez, driving under the influence, moving traffic violation Oct. 26 Crystal Hampton, aggravated battery, battery …
Community Calendar
Wednesday, Oct. 29 and Thursday, Oct. 30 Let TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) help you with your weight management goals. TOPS is a weight- loss support group with two chapters that meet…
Lafayette Caregivers Alliance hopes to help bring The Arc to Mayo
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org The Lafayette Caregivers Alliance is hoping to bring The Arc to Mayo by hosting an informational night at the Lafayette UF/IFAS Extension Office on Monday, Nov. 3, at 6…
Mayo CI places second in FDC K9 Tracking and Training Event
Florida Department of Corrections Contributor The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) proudly hosted the 2025 Statewide K9 Tracking and Training Event. This event serves as an advanced training and competition opportunity for…