Suwannee River Water Management District Contributor Governor Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday, Dec. 3, the approval of more than $4.5 million in funding for a trio of projects to strengthen water resources…
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Hamilton County EMS celebrates Christmas and employees
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Friday, Dec. 19, Hamilton County Emergency Services held its Christmas party. The room was filled with joy and cheer as the group celebrated the past year. During the…
Be on the lookout for Fresh From Florida’s Junior Chef University
Ady Hammock editor@riverbendnews.org In November, Fresh From Florida announced the beginning of its Junior Chef University Program. This online course for children ages 8 to 13 was designed with young aspiring chefs…
Pallets for Patriotism brings America250 home to Hamilton County
Jennifer Gisonni Contributor Florida Youth Charitable Inc., in partnership with Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 4993, Lowe’s and Ace Hardware of Jasper, is proud to announce Pallets for Patriotism, a community…
FDC announces up to $6k hiring bonus for new hire correctional officers at select locations
FDC Contributor The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) is pleased to announce a $5,000 hiring bonus offered at 15 correctional institutions across the state. The hiring bonus adds to the numerous incentives…
Live Oak Rotary Club celebrates Christmas across Suwannee
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Rotary clubs can be found worldwide, and while they aren’t as popular as they once were, the Live Oak chapter continues to be very active and dedicated to serving…
Veteran support groups planned
Rick Patrick editor@riverbendnews.org In response to requests, the Lee American Legion Post 422 will host Veterans support group meetings starting on Friday, Jan. 16. There will be two sessions that day. The…
MLK, Jr. Day of Celebration is approaching
Ady Hammock editor@riverbendnews.org The Suwannee County Martin Luther King, Jr. Committee has announced the date for this year’s MLK, Jr. Day of Celebration. On Monday, Jan. 19, festivities will begin with a…
Show-and-Tell to be held at White Springs Public Library
Ady Hammock editor@riverbendnews.org Do you have an interesting hobby, artwork or fun fact that you want to share with the community? Everyone in the community is invited to attend White Springs Library’s…
Local Author P. Lynne Hutchins wows with new historical novel
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org The United States has changed extensively throughout its history. It has produced both heroes and villains, and the 1830s remain one of the most controversial periods in American history….
Celebrating the men and women of law enforcement on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org Riverbend News appreciates the men and women who serve and protect the communities we cover. Law Enforcement Appreciation Day is recognized nationally on Friday, Jan. 9, to honor those…
African American Development Council to hold Black History Celebration
Ady Hammock editor@riverbendnews.org On Saturday, Feb. 7, the African-American Development Council will hold its annual Black History Celebration at 6 p.m. at Ebenezer A.M.E. Church in Live Oak. The theme for this…
Florida continues taking shots at vaccine mandates
Lazaro Aleman editor@riverbendnews.org Florida continues its efforts to end all state vaccine mandates, including for schools, a major shift announced by Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo in September of 2025. The goal is…
The Front Porch is on the way
Emerald Greene editor@riverbendnews.org It is with great pleasure that we announce the arrival of the Jan/Feb 2026 edition of The Front Porch magazine. The new issue has been mailed and subscribers should…
State tries to clear confusion over new license plate law
Lazaro Aleman editor@riverbendnews.org Confusion continues to exist over a new state law that makes it a criminal offense to cover any part of a vehicle’s license plate, whether the obstruction is intentional…
White Springs block party ends in fatal shooting
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org A Lake City man was killed during a sanctioned block party in White Springs early Saturday, Jan. 3. The shooting happened at approximately 12:53 a.m. in the area of…
Suwannee and Branford lifters shine at Power of Christmas meet
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Suwannee and Branford High School girls’ weightlifting teams competed in the Power of Christmas Invitational on Saturday, Dec. 20, facing over 20 schools from across Florida and Georgia. At…