William March Contributor This article originally appeared in November of 2025 on the floridatrident.org website. It is being reprinted here with permission. Since it was originally published, the Florida Legislature has approved…
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Branford man arrested following undercover child solicitation investigation For these Florida counties, eliminating
Danny Federico [email protected] A Branford man was arrested earlier this month after investigators say he traveled to Columbia County intending to meet a minor for sex. According to a press release from…
New Dollar General Market opens in Jennings
A new Dollar General Market is officially open in Jennings, providing residents and travelers near the Interstate 75 interchange with an additional shopping option. The new store is located at 1424 Hamilton…
From Mayo to National Recognition: Lafayette graduate named U.S. Presidential Scholar semifinalist
Danny Federico [email protected] For Harrison Jackson, success did not happen all at once. It was built through years of early mornings, late nights, leadership roles, competitions, coursework and a willingness to say…
VBS CALENDAR
Pine Grove Church: Emerald Crossing • Monday, July 6-Friday, July 10 • 6 p.m.-8 p.m. • 17707 180th St. Live Oak, Fla. • All ages • Dinner will be provided. • Lively…
Despite delay, Lafayette shares details on proposed $132 million school campus
Danny Federico [email protected] What Lafayette County School District administrators expected to be the first step toward constructing a new school campus instead became an announcement of another year of waiting. During the…
Berry sweet success: Blackberry Festival returns for fourth year
Danny Federico [email protected] Families, friends and visitors from all over gathered on Saturday, June 6, for Riverbend News’ Fourth Annual Blackberry Festival. Individuals of all ages enjoyed a day full of food,…
2025 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report
TOWN OF BRANFORD – PWSID #2610109 We’re pleased to provide you with this year’s Annual Drinking Water Quality Report. If you have any questions about this report or concerning your water utility,…
Airline Baptist Church to host Sports Camp
Danny Federico [email protected] Airline Baptist Church will be hosting a Sports Camp from Sunday, June 21, through Wednesday, June 24, offering local elementary students an opportunity to build skills, friendships and faith…
McAlpin community food drives aims to help local families
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News The McAlpin Community Food Drive will take place from 8 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 18, at the McAlpin Community Center, located at 9981 170th Ter….
Juneteenth Bingo Night to bring community together in Jasper
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News Residents are invited to celebrate Juneteenth with a fun evening of bingo on Friday, June 19. The event will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the J.R.E. Lee Community…
Juneteenth Celebration set for June 21 in Live Oak
Danny Federico [email protected] The Suwannee County NAACP Unit 5137-B will host a Juneteenth Celebration on Sunday, June 21. The free event will take place from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the…
Remembering the past, celebrating freedom: The meaning of Juneteenth
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News Every year, on June 19, communities across the United States gather to celebrate Juneteenth, a holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in America and honors the resilience,…
2026 Branford and Suwannee High vals and sals announced
Danny Federico [email protected] Due to announcement timing, Riverbend News was unable to include the following valedictorians and salutatorians in its Graduation Tab publication on Wednesday, May 20. However, we still want to…
Suwannee County Fire Rescue pioneers mental health care with peer support team
Christian Peterson [email protected] Being a first responder is a very important job. However, it comes with a heavy cost not just on the body, but also on the mind. As mental health…
Jail Report 6.9 – 6.15
Lafayette County June 9 Donato Cazuela, immigration hold James Quinn, burglary, illegal dumping, grand theft firearm, damage property John Hamby, burglary, illegal dumping, grand theft firearm, damage property Ryan Thompson, felony battery…
Be prepared in case of property fraud
Christian Peterson [email protected] Property fraud is a growing problem across the United States. Criminals will file fraudulent documents or use identity theft to illegally transfer ownership of property or place mortgages or…