On Monday, July 20, the Rotary Club of Live Oak presented hygiene items to Suwannee County School District Homeless Student Liaison Briana Stevens Zonnevylle. The goal of the drive was to provide…
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News pertaining to the Suwannee County area.
Branford Camera Club returns to Gateway Art Gallery for third annual photography show
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News The Branford Camera Club will return to the Gateway Art Gallery in Lake City, Fla., this August for its third annual Photography Show and Competition, showcasing a diverse…
Decorated combat veteran and best-selling author Harry R. Martinez to present leadership seminar at Live Oak Public Library
Lana McAra Contributor Leadership is easy to discuss in theory. It is far more difficult when lives depend on your split-second decisions. Retired Sergeant Major Harry R. Martinez, best-selling author of “One…
Sheena Rickerson makes history while continuing a life of service
Hailey Waldo Riverbend New Sheena Rickerson was officially sworn in as the Third Judicial Circuit’s representative during The Florida Bar Annual Convention, becoming the first female governor in the circuit’s history. Interestingly,…
Jail Report 7.20 – 7.27
Lafayette County July 22 Max Law, failure to appear Hamilton County July 20 Nikolay Pluzhnik, operate motor vehicle without valid license Tomas Cruz Gallegos, probation violation July 21 Charles Houston Flemming, out-of-state…
Live Oak Library to host community program on Flock cameras
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News Residents who have questions about the Flock camera system used throughout Suwannee County will have an opportunity to learn more during a community information program at the Live…
Live Oak City Council swears in officials, sets budget timeline and tackles growth
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News The Live Oak City Council held a lengthy and eventful meeting on Tuesday, July 14, welcoming newly elected officials, addressing public concerns, approving several zoning and redevelopment measures,…
Suwannee Commissioners set dates for budget hearings
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Tuesday, July 21, the Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with the board approving the minutes from the Tuesday,…
Daylight saving time may become permanent
Lazaro Aleman Riverbend News The U.S. House of Representatives voted recently by a large margin to make daylight saving time permanent across the country. The measure, appropriately enough named the “Sunshine Protection…
Live Oak Fire Department beginning switch to new firefighter schedule
Christian Peterson [email protected] First responders have very unique schedules compared to most workers, often spending days on duty at a time. These long shifts can contribute to exhaustion, affecting both physical and…
Branford sanctuary founders indicted in Ohio child abuse case
Danny Federico [email protected] The founders of Branford’s Livin’ Like Larry Farm Sanctuary have been indicted on multiple felony charges in Ohio after a grand jury accused them of abusing two minor children…
Branford High School Volleyball tryouts set for July 27
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News Volleyball season is just around the corner, and Branford High School (BHS) is preparing to welcome athletes back to the court for tryouts on Monday, July 27, at…
Suwannee Middle School Volleyball Program announces open gym and tryouts
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News Suwannee Middle School (SMS) is gearing up for another volleyball season, with open gym sessions underway and official tryouts scheduled for the week of Monday, July 27. Student-athletes…
Inaugural Red, White and Blue golf tournament held
Ady Kinsley Riverbend News The Suwannee Country Club held its inaugural Red, White and Blue golf tournament on Saturday, July 11, to celebrate America’s 250th birthday. This event was in benefit of…
Free fiber optics boot camp available, application deadline July 24
Danny Federico [email protected] Individuals interested in starting a career in the fast-growing broadband telecommunications industry have an opportunity to receive free training next month through CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion’s FiberOptiX Bootcamp. The…
Six reappointed to North Florida College board
Rick Patrick Riverbend News It was recently announced that Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has reappointed six members to continue serving on the Board of Trustees for North Florida College (NFC). Those reappointed…
SRRC Memorial Barrel Race to support new scholarship program
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News The spirit of competition will take center stage on Friday, Aug. 28, as the Suwannee River Riding Club (SRRC) hosts its Memorial Barrel Race at 9132 254th Ter.,…