Although Stephen Collins Foster was born on July 4, 1826, in Lawrence, Penn., he has monuments and state parks named after him throughout the United States. However, in the North Central Florida…
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News pertaining to the Suwannee County area.
Remembering Suwannee: Reflections on a new year, Part 1
Eric Musgrove County Historian I hope everyone had a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year as we roll into 2026. In lieu of a normal historical article, I’d like to take…
More than $4.5 million in funding announced for North Florida water resource projects
Suwannee River Water Management District Contributor Governor Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday, Dec. 3, the approval of more than $4.5 million in funding for a trio of projects to strengthen water resources…
Be on the lookout for Fresh From Florida’s Junior Chef University
Ady Hammock [email protected] In November, Fresh From Florida announced the beginning of its Junior Chef University Program. This online course for children ages 8 to 13 was designed with young aspiring chefs…
FDC announces up to $6k hiring bonus for new hire correctional officers at select locations
FDC Contributor The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) is pleased to announce a $5,000 hiring bonus offered at 15 correctional institutions across the state. The hiring bonus adds to the numerous incentives…
Live Oak Rotary Club celebrates Christmas across Suwannee
Christian Peterson [email protected] Rotary clubs can be found worldwide, and while they aren’t as popular as they once were, the Live Oak chapter continues to be very active and dedicated to serving…
Veteran support groups planned
Rick Patrick [email protected] In response to requests, the Lee American Legion Post 422 will host Veterans support group meetings starting on Friday, Jan. 16. There will be two sessions that day. The…
MLK, Jr. Day of Celebration is approaching
Ady Hammock [email protected] The Suwannee County Martin Luther King, Jr. Committee has announced the date for this year’s MLK, Jr. Day of Celebration. On Monday, Jan. 19, festivities will begin with a…
Local Author P. Lynne Hutchins wows with new historical novel
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….
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…