Jason Futch Reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com A tree trimmer stuck in a tree on Tuesday, Aug. 26, prompted the Live Oak Fire Department (LOFD) to respond to the 200 block of Helvenston Avenue to perform…
Category: Suwannee County
News pertaining to the Suwannee County area.
Victims push back as Bullock prepares to change plea in fraud case
Jason Futch Reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com A former business owner accused of stealing thousands of dollars from more than 30 individuals and businesses is scheduled for a change of plea hearing on Monday, Sept. 8….
Hatch Park Community Center to host Branford library services during construction
Jason Futch Reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Branford Public Library is undergoing new changes to its building in an effort to better serve the community. While the building is undergoing renovations, library services will be…
AbbasChild hosts BRAVE Books Story Hour at Live Oak Public Library
Jason Futch Reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com AbbasChild and the Live Oak Public Library teamed up to hold a BRAVE Books Story Hour event on Saturday, Aug. 16. It was held as part of a nation-wide…
Constitution Club to begin at Live Oak City Hall on Sept. 13
Jason Futch Reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Are you looking to learn more about the United States Constitution? Are you a parent looking to teach your child more about civics and patriotism? Then join the Constitution…
Gilbert Macias to speak at local United Methodist Churches
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Sunday, Aug. 31, both New Harmony United Methodist Church in Live Oak and Jasper First United Methodist Church will welcome Miami native Gilbert Macias as their guest speaker….
Elks Lodge extends helping hand to local food ministry
Jason Futch Reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Live Oak Elks Lodge #1165 continued its mission of assisting the community on Saturday, Aug. 23, with a hefty donation to the Mt. Gilead Baptist Church food ministry. …
Live Oak Elks Lodge donates $1,000 to VA Domiciliary culinary class
The Live Oak Elks Lodge #1165 traveled to Lake City on Monday, Aug. 25, to present a check to the staff at the Veterans Affairs Domiciliary. According to Exalted Ruler Cathy Davis,…
“Where there’s a ‘Will,’ there’s a way!” The second annual Will Carpenter Memorial Swim-A-Thon is around the corner
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com “Will Carpenter was diagnosed with alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma (ARMS), a rare and aggressive form of childhood cancer,” Carpenter’s mom Ashleigh Pitzer said. “ARMS affects about 20-25 percent of all rhabdomyosarcoma…
Curisin’ for a Cure Car Show offers a new way to support those in need
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Before Will Carpenter tragically passed away, his mother, Ashleigh Pitzer, promised him that she would never forget him. She would tell his story forever and keep his name known….
Suwannee UF/IFAS announces Small and Beginner Grower Alliance
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Are you the owner of a small farm? Did you just buy a new farm? Are you just beginning your farming career? Do you have a million questions about…
Pine Level Missionary Baptist Church celebrates 100th Anniversary
Jodi Walters Contributor Just west of the City of Live Oak sits a little white church, rich in faith, history, and roots in its community. Originating in the early 1900s, Pine Level…
Jail Report
Lafayette County Aug. 18 Domingo Patishtan, driving while license suspended or revoked Aug. 19 John Williams, battery Hamilton County Aug. 18 Ryan Russell Wrye, drug possession Christian Daniel Carter, driving while license…
Hole-y moley, it’s a sinkhole!
Jason Futch Reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com A sinkhole developed along U.S. Highway 90 East near Dowling Avenue in Live Oak late afternoon on Monday, Aug. 25, disrupting traffic until Tuesday morning, Aug. 26. According to…
“I want people to look at Alex and see Jesus.” Suwannee County mourns the loss of 19-year-old Alex Mabey
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Wednesday, Aug. 20, Suwannee County suffered a tragic loss with the passing of 19-year-old Live Oak native Alex Mabey as a result of a car accident. According to…
Branford Majorettes looking for sponsors
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Branford High School Majorettes are getting ready for the season ahead. Part of getting ready is making sure the group is funded for the upcoming school year. One…
Suwannee County CERT seeking volunteers
Jason Futch Reporter2.RiverbendNews@gmail.com The Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office Division of Emergency Management is seeking volunteers across the county to join its Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). CERT assists the community in times…