Christian Peterson [email protected] The United States has changed extensively throughout its history. It has produced both heroes and villains, and the 1830s remain one of the most controversial periods in American history….
Category: Suwannee County
News pertaining to the Suwannee County area.
Celebrating the men and women of law enforcement on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
Jason Futch [email protected] Riverbend News appreciates the men and women who serve and protect the communities we cover. Law Enforcement Appreciation Day is recognized nationally on Friday, Jan. 9, to honor those…
African American Development Council to hold Black History Celebration
Ady Hammock [email protected] On Saturday, Feb. 7, the African-American Development Council will hold its annual Black History Celebration at 6 p.m. at Ebenezer A.M.E. Church in Live Oak. The theme for this…
Florida continues taking shots at vaccine mandates
Lazaro Aleman [email protected] Florida continues its efforts to end all state vaccine mandates, including for schools, a major shift announced by Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo in September of 2025. The goal is…
The Front Porch is on the way
Emerald Greene [email protected] It is with great pleasure that we announce the arrival of the Jan/Feb 2026 edition of The Front Porch magazine. The new issue has been mailed and subscribers should…
State tries to clear confusion over new license plate law
Lazaro Aleman [email protected] Confusion continues to exist over a new state law that makes it a criminal offense to cover any part of a vehicle’s license plate, whether the obstruction is intentional…
Suwannee and Branford lifters shine at Power of Christmas meet
Danny Federico [email protected] Suwannee and Branford High School girls’ weightlifting teams competed in the Power of Christmas Invitational on Saturday, Dec. 20, facing over 20 schools from across Florida and Georgia. At…
Remembering Suwannee: Thurber Talmadge Scott, Part 2
Eric Musgrove County Historian Last week, we began discussing T. T. Scott. We continue this week. Scott’s civic affairs spread to the state level. He was appointed to the Board of Control…
Achievement takes center stage at NFC’s Fall 2025 Commencement
NFC Office of Communications Contributor North Florida College (NFC) honored its Fall 2025 graduates during its commencement ceremony held on Thursday, Dec. 11, at Van H. Priest Auditorium. Family, friends, faculty, staff…
Marching band students to receive P.E. credit
Mickey Starling [email protected] Ask any student about their experience in the marching band, and they will be happy to share stories of how rigorous the activity is. Carrying their instruments, especially the…
AMF offers $20k in scholarships for seniors
Hailey Waldo [email protected] High school seniors now have the opportunity to apply for a statewide scholarship offered by the American Muslim Alliance of Florida, Inc. (AMF). A total of $20,000 in scholarship…
Senator Rick Scott offers internship opportunities for students interested in politics
Hailey Waldo [email protected] Students looking to explore careers in government and public policy have the chance to gain real-world experience through the internship program offered by U.S. Senator Rick Scott’s office. The…
The Lee family takes home another world championship
Christian Peterson [email protected] Jared Lewis Lee may be the most decorated world champion in Suwannee County; for four years now, he and his family have proved themselves dominant with the Hangin’ Tree…
Beware of the new tap to pay scam
Christian Peterson [email protected] Scams and scammers are constantly evolving. It seems like every time the public figures out a way to combat a scam, a new one pops up. Now, the Better…
New career in the new year: Free broadband training boot camp
CareerSource Contributor The next Creating Connections fiber-optics boot camp is set to take place early in the new year for eligible residents interested in high-paying, in-demand careers in broadband telecommunications. Creating Connections…
Pregnancy Care Center announces Mobile Unit transition
Pregnancy Care Center Contributor The Pregnancy Care Center (PCC) of Lake City and Live Oak is anticipating the birth of a new vision for its Mobile Ministry. Over the next month, the…
Jail Report
Lafayette County Dec. 22 Christian Santiago-Torres, operate motor vehicle without valid license Olbin Velasquez, operating motor vehicle without valid license Dec. 27 Jeffrey Steele, battery, trespassing, resist officer without violence, damage property…