Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org The sound of fireworks sent Adrian running for cover. While other children laughed and watched the sky light up on New Year’s Eve, Adrian covered his ears and retreated…
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A line of heroes: Celebrating Lineworker Appreciation Day
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Saturday, April 18, is Lineworker Appreciation Day, a day of recognition that is especially significant to the Florida community. In a state frequently impacted by storms, the importance of…
Tri-County Electric is offering a scholarship opportunity
Hailey Heseltine editor@riverbendnews.org Applications are now open for the Tri- County Electric Cooperative’s (TCEC) Energizing Education Scholarship. Students from the Jefferson, Madison and Taylor counties have the opportunity to receive up to…
SHS Class of 1980 picnic approaching
Ady Hammock editor@riverbendnews.org The Suwannee High School (SHS) Class of 1980 will soon be hosting their annual Class Picnic. All 1980 SHS graduates are invited to attend and “take a walk down…
SHS prom tickets are on sale now
Ady Hammock editor@riverbendnews.org Suwannee County High School (SHS) will be holding their prom on Saturday, May 2, at the Camp Weed Conference Center. SHS juniors and seniors who meet the Bulldog Standards…
LHS FBLA awards banquet to take place
Ady Hammock editor@riverbendnews.org The Lafayette High School (LHS) Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) organization will be holding their annual banquet on Thursday, April 30. FBLA members, families, sponsors and supporters are…
Bulldogs celebrate seniors with 4-0 victory
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Friday, April 10, the Suwannee High School Bulldogs hosted the Santa Fe High School Raiders for a baseball showdown. However, the night held added significance as the Bulldogs…
Remembering Suwannee: Some interesting facts about Suwannee County, Part 2
Eric Musgrove County Historian This week, we will continue our look at some of the most interesting (to me, at least) points in Suwannee County’s history. These run the gambit of good,…
National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org A lot of the world is run by people in roles that are rarely seen in the public eye. Whether that is public works employees or the administrative side…
Suwannee Valley Electric Co-op holding 89th annual meeting
Ady Hammock editor@riverbendnews.org The Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative (SVEC) will be holding its 89th Annual Meeting of Members at the Suwannee County Agricultural Coliseum on Saturday, April 25. This meeting is for…
“I’m not that person anymore” Live Oak teen’s life transformed by rare disease treatment
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Live Oak native Marley Gaskins is a teenager in the most ordinary ways. She dances. She goes to camp. She spends time with friends, experiments with her hair and…
Suwannee Commissioners approve new plan with Stevia manufacturer
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Tuesday, April 7, the Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The board began by approving the minutes from the previous meeting before…
United Way of Suwannee Valley Kentucky Derby Party
Jennifer Anchors Contributor The United Way of Suwannee Valley is excited to announce its upcoming Kentucky Derby Party, an evening of celebration and community support benefiting the organization’s Community Investment Fund. The…
Register now for the NFC Spring Pickleball Tournament
NFC Contributor North Florida College’s (NFC) Sentinel Pickleball team will be hosting its inaugural Pickleball Against Cancer Spring Pickleball Tournament on Saturday, April 18, at the First Federal Sportsplex, located at 1201…
Tidal Wave certificates deal available at Suwannee Middle School
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Suwannee Middle School (SMS) is partnering with Tidal Wave Auto Spa this year, offering a special deal to celebrate the company’s new location opening in Live Oak. The school…
Clay Electric Foundation – Operation Round Up presents United Way contribution for MISSION UNITED
Jennifer Anchors Contributor Clay Electric Foundation recently contributed to United Way of Suwannee Valley during a check presentation. The Clay Electric Foundation – Operation Round Up contributed $10,000 to United Way of…
Jail Report 4.3 – 4.6
Lafayette County April 3 Santos Ramirez Fernandez, operating a motor vehicle without a valid license Hamilton County Jail Report was not provided by press time. All arrests will be available in the…