Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Agriculture’s critical role in America’s economy was front and center during the Lafayette County Farm Bureau’s annual Farm-City Week Luncheon on Wednesday, Nov. 19. During the special event, Lafayette…
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Hamilton County Farm Bureau hosts Farm-City Week Awards Dinner
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org The Hamilton County Farm Bureau hosted its annual Farm-City Week Awards Dinner at the Veterans of Foreign War Hall in Jasper on Tuesday, Nov. 18. The event was held…
Community invited to Suwannee FFA Small Business Fair
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Suwannee High School’s Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapter will be hosting a Small Business Fair on Saturday, Nov. 29. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., attendees will be…
Brandon Garcia Tomas named 2026 HCHS Sunshine State Scholar
Tiffany Quintero Contributor Hamilton County High School is proud to announce that Brandon Garcia Tomas has been selected as its 2026 Sunshine State Scholar. Each of Florida’s school districts selects its top…
Why shopping small makes a big difference on Small Business Saturday
Hailey Waldo editor@riverbendnews.org With the holidays right around the corner, many choose to shop at major businesses and online, but it’s the small businesses that keep the economy going. Skip the mass-produced,…
Suwannee/Lafayette Retired Educators Association receive proclamation
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnewsnews.org In 1954, the Florida Education Association (FEA) saw a small group begin organizing within it, calling themselves the Retired Teachers of Florida. Then, in 1971, the Retired Teachers of…
Scaff’s Christmas cottages on display once more
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Decar Scaff has been collecting tiny ceramic houses since 1992. Every year since, he has continued to add to his collection. Over the years, this collection has grown to…
Fourth Annual Sugar Cane Festival celebrated in White Springs
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org Suwannee Hardware & Feed celebrated its Fourth Annual Sugar Cane Festival in White Springs on Saturday, Nov. 8. The event provided an opportunity for the community to come together…
Two White Springs residents among those honored at Quilts of Valor Presentation
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org Two White Springs residents were honored with handmade quilts during the Quilts of Valor program at the First Methodist Church in Lake City on Wednesday, Nov. 12. Michael Hankey,…
Jail Report
Lafayette County Nov. 18 Sergio Castro, operate motor vehicle without valid license Nov. 21 Kenneth Folsom, violation of probation James Baucom, drug equipment possession, resist officer, marijuana possession, two counts drug possession…
Mayo Town Council tables peddlers license changes
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Monday, Nov. 10, the Mayo Town Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with the council adopting the agenda for the evening, followed by the…
Lafayette School Board approves multiple items for school year
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnewsnews.org On Tuesday, Nov. 18, the Lafayette County School Board met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with the board members honoring the district’s Students of the Month….
Roberson voted chairman; Erixton to serve as vice-chair
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org The Hamilton County Board of County Commissioners met for its regular meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at the county courthouse. During the meeting, the board discussed its organization for…
Lafayette Commission discuss industrial park concerns
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Monday, Nov. 10, the Lafayette County Board of County Commissioners met for its regular meeting, which had been moved up a day earlier than usual due to Veterans…
Letter to the Editor: This American Education Week, show your support for Florida’s educators and education staff professionals
It’s American Education Week, a time to celebrate the wide range of professionals who keep our public schools running and our students thriving. From paraprofessionals helping young readers master their first words,…
Live Oak woman allegedly throws chicken broth at victim
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org A Live Oak woman was arrested on Wednesday, Nov. 19, after she allegedly assaulted two roommates at a residence on County Road 132. According to the Suwannee County Sheriff’s…