Danny Federico [email protected] Families gathered at Hamilton County Parks and Recreation on Saturday evening, July 4, to celebrate Independence Day with live music, food vendors, children’s activities and a fireworks display as…
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Lafayette County celebrates Fourth of July a day early
Christian Peterson [email protected] While everyone else was prepping for Fourth of July Celebrations, the Mayo Woman’s Club was ahead of schedule. On Friday, July 3, the Edward Perry Sports Complex was bustling…
Live Oak celebrates Fourth of July with annual Freedom Festival
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Saturday, July 4, downtown Live Oak was abuzz. Vendors lined the street of downtown, some handing out beads and wristbands, while others walked around handing out fans to…
VBS CALENDAR
Live Oak Christian Church • Monday, July 27 – Thursday, July 30 • 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. • 1015 Ohio Ave N., Live Oak, Fla. • Grades Pre-K – 5 •…
Suwannee County NAACP celebrates freedom at annual Juneteenth festival
Hailey Waldo Contributor The Suwannee County NAACP’s Annual Juneteenth Community Festival brought together residents from across the region on Sunday, June 21, for an amazing celebration of freedom and recognition at the…
Mayo Masonic Lodge honors Coach McGrew with Community Builder Award
Stan Swam Contributor On Monday, June 15, the Mayo Masonic Lodge presented the Community Builder Award to Taylor “Coach” McGrew. The Community Builder Award, formally recognizes outstanding non- masons who have distinguished…
S.A.V.E. Market supports pets and community in Live Oak
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News A local effort to support pets and families in the community is continuing to grow through the S.A.V.E Farmers Market and Vendor Fair in Live Oak. Hosted by…
Community Emergency Response Team to hold classes in Suwannee
Ady Kinsley Riverbend News The Suwannee Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) will be holding a training event for community members to become CERT members, learn valuable skills and make a difference. This…
Become a Red Cross shelter hero
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News The American Red Cross is an organization that provides relief and support to those in crisis, supporting families and communities through disasters, from house fires to natural disasters…
Grief support session to help community find hope and healing
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News Those navigating the challenges of loss are invited to attend Mourning to Morning: The Rise Back to Purpose During Grief, a special community program presented by Jennifer Raulerson,…
Jail Report
Lafayette County July 8 Bertha Allen, possess controlled substance without prescription July 9 Hal Lewis Jr., out-of-county warrant July 10 Quaniesha Robinson, two counts aggravated battery, simple battery Laketrice Smith, simple battery…
Data center moratorium proposed by the Town of Jennings
Rick Patrick Riverbend News Following the lead of many other rural communities, including Madison County, the Jennings Town Council is proposing a moratorium on data center construction within the town limits. During…
Hamilton County faces tighter budget
Rick Patrick Riverbend News During the regular meeting of the Hamilton County Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday, July 7, the commissioners heard from County Auditor Ken Daniels. In his report, Daniels…
Lafayette Commission holds meeting before Fourth of July weekend
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Tuesday, June 30, the Lafayette County Board of County Commissioners met for its second meeting of the month. Due to a conference, the meeting was held one week…
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NEW FLORIDA EMERGENCY ALERT: Spectrum
Mickey Starling Riverbend News Though the Florida Spectrum Alert was established in 2025, it didn’t go into effect until Wednesday, July 1. The new alert is intended to enhance the safety and…
Miami man killed in I-75 crash in Hamilton County
Danny Federico [email protected] A 34-year-old Miami man was killed early Sunday morning, July 5, after his pickup truck struck the rear of a parked tractor-trailer along Interstate 75 in Hamilton County. According…