Jason Futch [email protected] The sheriffs in Hamilton, Lafayette and Suwannee Counties joined the chorus of several sheriffs’ offices and police departments across the state in announcing their decision to no longer enforce…
Category: Suwannee County
News pertaining to the Suwannee County area.
Suwannee River Breast Cancer Awareness prepares for annual Open Bass Tournament
Jason Futch [email protected] The Suwannee River Breast Cancer Awareness Association is preparing for its annual Open Bass Tournament at Sandy Point Restaurant in Branford. The event, which started in 2011, was born…
Suwannee Commissioners bid farewell to County Administrator Greg Scott
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Tuesday, Sept. 16, the Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with the Board approving the minutes from the last…
Churches partner to support families with After-School Camp
Christian Peterson [email protected] The school year is officially in full swing, and with that, parents are looking for help, especially in the afternoon. Those who work a nine-to-five, or any other strange…
Fun for the whole family: Kids’ Game Night set for Oct. 11
Christian Peterson [email protected] An often heard concern in the Suwannee Valley area is that there is little for kids to do. The good news is that there are many people out there…
Buccaneers and Hornets battle in a tight volleyball match
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Tuesday, Sept. 9, the Branford High School Buccaneers hosted the Lafayette High School Hornets for an intense volleyball showdown. The two teams have a long-standing, friendly rivalry, especially…
Rick Patrick [email protected] It was an evening in which one team would pick up its first win of the young 2025 football season when the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys hosted…
Local artist shine at Artfest 25
Christian Peterson [email protected] The Suwannee River Regional Library is a popular place. It hosts a plethora of activities and events, helping educate adults and children alike all while promoting the love of…
Live Oak celebrates new Airbnb, “The 1923”
Riverbend News photo by Lucy Golub, September 8, 2025 Quinn and Cyndi Skierski celebrated the opening of their new Airbnb, “The 1923.” The event boasted local business owners, leaders, and the…
SCSO captures Georgia fugitives from justice
Jason Futch [email protected] The Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) arrested four Georgia fugitives between Monday, Sept. 1, and Friday, Sept. 5, on warrants relating to a series of burglaries committed in Blackshear,…
County responds to Suwannee Iron Works suspension
Jason Futch [email protected] A week after Suwannee Iron Works & Fence (SIWF) was forced to close its doors temporarily due to standing judicial and County orders, Suwannee County Administrator Greg Scott responded…
Racing and fall fun: The Arc North Florida and Elks Lodge host dual events
Jason Futch [email protected] The Arc North Florida will be hosting its 27th Annual Lawn Mower Race at John Strayer’s Pro Arms in Live Oak, which will also be the site of a…
SCSO honored for assisting in May 2024 abduction rescue
Jason Futch [email protected] Seven deputies from the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) were honored in Tallahassee on Monday, Sept. 8, as the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) commemorated Florida Missing Children’s…
Wellborn Cornbread Festival looking for vendors
Christian Peterson [email protected] Wellborn is well-known for its annual Blueberry Festival. However, 2025 marks the fourth year of one of the area’s newest events: the Annual Wellborn Cornbread Festival. It is a…
From Parks to Policy: Greg Scott reflects on 36 years of public service
Christian Peterson [email protected] Greg Scott is a name many people know, but it is also one many may not be familiar with. For the past two and a half years, Scott has…
Buccaneers find victory against Bulldogs
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Thursday, Sept. 4, the Branford High School (BHS) Buccaneers hosted the Suwannee High School (SHS) Bulldogs for a volleyball match. There was emotion in the air as the…
Going for the Gold: Bulldogs and Trojans join forces to raise awareness
Christian Peterson [email protected] Friday, Sept. 19, is shaping up to be an interesting day. The Suwannee High School (SHS) Bulldogs will host the Hamilton County High School Trojans for a football showdown….