Lafayette County Oct. 21 Tracy Hoopes, violation of probation, property crime, trespassing Oct. 23 Carlos Vasquez- Lopez, driving under the influence, moving traffic violation Oct. 26 Crystal Hampton, aggravated battery, battery …
Category: Suwannee County
News pertaining to the Suwannee County area.
Community Calendar
Wednesday, Oct. 29 and Thursday, Oct. 30 Let TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) help you with your weight management goals. TOPS is a weight- loss support group with two chapters that meet…
Rotary Club of Branford hears update from Branford Public Library Branch Manager
Danny Federico [email protected] The Rotary Club of Branford held its regular meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 15, where members heard from Branford Public Library Branch Manager Donna Koon about ongoing improvements and services…
United Way of Suwannee Valley offers plethora of volunteer opportunities
Christian Peterson [email protected] The United Way of Suwannee Valley (UWSV) is continually working to support the local community. Sometimes that is through working with children to help them read, other times it’s…
Paychecks for Patriots coming to RIVEROAK
Jason Futch [email protected] CareerSource North Florida is hosting a “Paychecks for Patriots” job fair at RIVEROAK Technical College in Live Oak on Thursday, Nov. 6, from 9 a.m. to noon. The event…
Correction
In the Wednesday, Oct. 22, edition of the Riverbend News, we ran an article about the No Kings Protest that occurred on Saturday, Oct. 18, at the Suwannee County Courthouse. The article…
Two dead following I-75 crash
Danny Federico [email protected] A two-vehicle accident that occurred early Sunday morning, Oct. 19, claimed the lives of two Illinois residents after their vehicle caught fire along Interstate 75 in Suwannee County. According…
SHS crowns royalty
Logan Bristol (left) and Miranda Ramsey (right) were named the Suwannee High School 2025 Homecoming King and Queen. Get the Wednesday, Nov. 5, edition of the Riverbend News for full coverage of…
Pregnancy Care Center hosts another successful 5k
Joyce Fullbright Contributor The Pregnancy Care Center (PCC) recently hosted its annual 5k Walk/Run 4 Life. This provides an opportunity for the community to join together for a family friendly event and…
Town Talk: Club America controversy in Suwannee County dispelled
Christian Peterson [email protected] Rumors have been circulating throughout Suwannee County and the surrounding area that Suwannee High School was refusing to allow a Club America chapter to begin. Club America is the…
Community joins Vivid Visions to raise awareness of domestic violence
Jason Futch [email protected] The community came together at Heritage Park & Gardens on Thursday, Oct. 16, for a candlelight dinner put together by Vivid Visions, Inc., a nonprofit organization providing a temporary,…
Bikers on Parade Charity Ride coming in November
Jason Futch [email protected] Get ready to cruise, as American Hometown Veteran Assist, Inc., will be hosting its annual Bikers on Parade Charity Ride on Saturday, Nov. 8. The event will honor Veterans…
Suwannee Commissioners review audit findings
Christian Peterson [email protected] During its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 21, the Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting, during which the commissioners heard several concerns….
The Melody Toy Drive has already begun
Christian Peterson [email protected] The Christmas season is almost here. It may seem far away, but October is coming to a close, and there are barely two months until the biggest holiday of…
First Church of God to celebrate 95th anniversary
Danny Federico [email protected] The congregation of First Church of God in Live Oak will celebrate the church’s 95th anniversary on Sunday, Oct. 26. Members invite the community to join them in worship…
Beulah Baptist Church to hold annual Homecoming celebration
Danny Federico [email protected] Beulah Baptist Church invites the community to attend its annual Homecoming celebration on Sunday, Oct. 26. Founded in 1897, Beulah Baptist Church has been a cornerstone of faith and…
White Springs Library to celebrate International Bat Week
Danny Federico [email protected] Are you “Batty About Bats?” Then you might enjoy this special educational program hosted by the White Springs Public Library! The event will take place at 2 p.m. on…