The Florida Department of Transportation advises drivers of the following road work impacts for the week of Saturday, Aug. 8, through Friday, Aug. 14: Hamilton County: Nighttime lane closures on Interstate 75…
Category: Suwannee County
News pertaining to the Suwannee County area.
From pews to providers
Danny Federico [email protected] In rural communities, people struggling with mental health or substance misuse may not always turn to a doctor or counselor first. Sometimes, they go to their pastor. That connection…
Know Before You Vote: Billy White, Sr., candidate for Suwannee County Commissioner, District 2
My name is Billy White, Sr., and I am running for the opportunity to serve the people of District 2 as your next Suwannee County Commissioner. Since July of 1975 after meeting…
Know Before You Vote: Walter “Shea” DeLoach, candidate for Suwannee County Commissioner, District 2
My name is Walter “Shea” DeLoach, and I am asking for your support as your next Suwannee County Commissioner for District 2. I am a lifelong Suwannee County resident, farm raised, and…
UPDATE – Found Safe: Family searching for missing 20-year-old
Danny Federico [email protected] [Friday, Aug. 7] As of Friday morning, Aug. 7, 20-year-old Joseph “JJ” Lumley was found safe. [Thursday, Aug. 6] The family of a missing 20-year-old man is asking for…
Bomb squad called to suspicious device in Live Oak
Danny Federico [email protected] A suspicious device discovered near 2nd Street and Hillman Avenue in Live Oak prompted a call for assistance from the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office Bomb Squad on Tuesday, July…
Early voting begins Aug. 8 for 2026 Primary Election
Danny Federico [email protected] Early voting for the 2026 Primary Election will begin on Saturday, Aug. 8, for residents of Hamilton, Lafayette and Suwannee counties. Voters will have through Saturday, Aug. 15, to…
Kennedy Kafka brings home national honors, thanks community for unwavering support
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News For Live Oak’s own Kennedy Kafka, stepping onto the national pageant stage for the first time became an unforgettable experience filled with accomplishments and gratitude. The daughter of…
Ellianos donates $2,900 to Jim Waldrip
Christian Peterson [email protected] Ellianos has been operating for six years in Live Oak. Over that time, the company has solidified itself as a committed part of the community. One way it has…
Suwannee School Board approves routine business ahead of new school year
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews,org The Suwannee County School Board met on Tuesday, July 28, for its final regular meeting before the start of the 2026-27 school year. The meeting opened with Chairman Ed…
Rotary Club of Live Oak donates hygiene items to Suwannee School District
On Monday, July 20, the Rotary Club of Live Oak presented hygiene items to Suwannee County School District Homeless Student Liaison Briana Stevens Zonnevylle. The goal of the drive was to provide…
Branford Camera Club returns to Gateway Art Gallery for third annual photography show
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News The Branford Camera Club will return to the Gateway Art Gallery in Lake City, Fla., this August for its third annual Photography Show and Competition, showcasing a diverse…
Decorated combat veteran and best-selling author Harry R. Martinez to present leadership seminar at Live Oak Public Library
Lana McAra Contributor Leadership is easy to discuss in theory. It is far more difficult when lives depend on your split-second decisions. Retired Sergeant Major Harry R. Martinez, best-selling author of “One…
Sheena Rickerson makes history while continuing a life of service
Hailey Waldo Riverbend New Sheena Rickerson was officially sworn in as the Third Judicial Circuit’s representative during The Florida Bar Annual Convention, becoming the first female governor in the circuit’s history. Interestingly,…
Jail Report 7.20 – 7.27
Lafayette County July 22 Max Law, failure to appear Hamilton County July 20 Nikolay Pluzhnik, operate motor vehicle without valid license Tomas Cruz Gallegos, probation violation July 21 Charles Houston Flemming, out-of-state…
Live Oak Library to host community program on Flock cameras
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News Residents who have questions about the Flock camera system used throughout Suwannee County will have an opportunity to learn more during a community information program at the Live…
Live Oak City Council swears in officials, sets budget timeline and tackles growth
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News The Live Oak City Council held a lengthy and eventful meeting on Tuesday, July 14, welcoming newly elected officials, addressing public concerns, approving several zoning and redevelopment measures,…