Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org The Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team arrested two Live Oak residents following an early morning warrant execution at a local motel. According to…
Category: Counties
Hamilton County makes way for new green space
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org A property in Jasper damaged by Hurricane Helene in 2024 is being transformed into a new green space with support from multiple county agencies. The building at 112 Hatley…
Humphrey sentenced for sex crimes
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Wallace Edward Humphrey was found guilty of sexual assault following a trial at the Suwannee County Courthouse on Monday, March 2. He was then sentenced to two consecutive life…
Letter to the Editor: Open letter to the City of Live Oak, Fla.
To: The Mayor of the City of Live Oak, Florida, and The Members of the City Council Delivered by Email Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2026 Re: Proposed Annexation and…
Jennings Town Council delays discussion on fire/EMS, does not see answers coming soon
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org There appears to be no decision forthcoming regarding county-run fire and emergency medical services (EMS) operating in Jennings. The Jennings Town Council met for its regular meeting on Tuesday,…
RapidFiber fully installed in Hamilton County
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative (SVEC) announced RapidFiber is now available to all Hamilton County members on Tuesday, March 3, during the regular commissioners meeting. SVEC External Affairs Manager Katelyn…
Celebrating 100 years of W.B. Howland’s
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Centuries ago, John Howland traveled on the Mayflower from Plymouth, England, to the “New World.” En route, John, who was in the materials supply business in England, risked his…
White Springs Public Library seeking volunteers
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Do you have a knack for helping students succeed? The White Springs Public Library is seeking volunteer tutors and teachers for its upcoming Tutoring & Homework Help Group, which…
Buchanan honored for 55 years of service at Mayo Masonic Lodge
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Marvin Buchanan received special recognition for 55 years of dedicated service to Mayo Masonic Lodge No. 119 at a celebration held on Tuesday, Feb. 17. Before his fellow lodge…
Lafayette Commission continues burn ban
On Tuesday, Feb. 24, the Lafayette County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with the board approving the minutes from the previous meeting before calling…
Biggins’s Birthday Bash set for March 7 at Doggie Dude Ranch
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org A very special pup is about to celebrate a milestone birthday, and the community is invited to join the party. Biggins, affectionately known as the Doggie Dude Ranch’s “miracle…
Hornets fall to Cowgirls, 14-1
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Lafayette High School’s varsity softball team traveled to Madison County High School on Friday, Feb. 20, to take on the Cowgirls. The Hornets were coming off a 15-0 loss…
Lafayette FBLA Gears and Goods Car Show set for March 21
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Car enthusiasts and community members alike are invited to rev their engines and head to Mayo for the Gears and Goods Car Show, hosted by Lafayette High School’s Future…
Remembering Suwannee: Black history in Suwannee County, Part 5
Eric Musgrove Contributor We have been looking at African American history for the past several weeks. Last week, we began reviewing religious life during Reconstruction. This week, we complete that aspect of…
Lane closures expected this week
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org The Florida Department of Transportation advises drivers of the following road work impacts for the week of Saturday, Feb. 28, through Friday, March 6: Hamilton County: Daytime lane closures…
Sisterhood meetings aim to bring women together across Hamilton County
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Women from churches throughout Hamilton County are invited to take part in quarterly Sisterhood meetings. The gatherings are open to women from all churches in the Hamilton County area…
New Hope Baptist Church to host free community Share Day
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org New Hope Baptist Church in Jennings encourages the community to come out on Saturday, March 7, for Share Day. This event will take place from 8 a.m. to 11…