Christian Peterson [email protected] On Tuesday, July 21, the Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with the board approving the minutes from the Tuesday,…
Category: Suwannee County
News pertaining to the Suwannee County area.
Daylight saving time may become permanent
Lazaro Aleman Riverbend News The U.S. House of Representatives voted recently by a large margin to make daylight saving time permanent across the country. The measure, appropriately enough named the “Sunshine Protection…
Live Oak Fire Department beginning switch to new firefighter schedule
Christian Peterson [email protected] First responders have very unique schedules compared to most workers, often spending days on duty at a time. These long shifts can contribute to exhaustion, affecting both physical and…
Branford sanctuary founders indicted in Ohio child abuse case
Danny Federico [email protected] The founders of Branford’s Livin’ Like Larry Farm Sanctuary have been indicted on multiple felony charges in Ohio after a grand jury accused them of abusing two minor children…
Branford High School Volleyball tryouts set for July 27
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News Volleyball season is just around the corner, and Branford High School (BHS) is preparing to welcome athletes back to the court for tryouts on Monday, July 27, at…
Suwannee Middle School Volleyball Program announces open gym and tryouts
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News Suwannee Middle School (SMS) is gearing up for another volleyball season, with open gym sessions underway and official tryouts scheduled for the week of Monday, July 27. Student-athletes…
Inaugural Red, White and Blue golf tournament held
Ady Kinsley Riverbend News The Suwannee Country Club held its inaugural Red, White and Blue golf tournament on Saturday, July 11, to celebrate America’s 250th birthday. This event was in benefit of…
Free fiber optics boot camp available, application deadline July 24
Danny Federico [email protected] Individuals interested in starting a career in the fast-growing broadband telecommunications industry have an opportunity to receive free training next month through CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion’s FiberOptiX Bootcamp. The…
Six reappointed to North Florida College board
Rick Patrick Riverbend News It was recently announced that Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has reappointed six members to continue serving on the Board of Trustees for North Florida College (NFC). Those reappointed…
SRRC Memorial Barrel Race to support new scholarship program
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News The spirit of competition will take center stage on Friday, Aug. 28, as the Suwannee River Riding Club (SRRC) hosts its Memorial Barrel Race at 9132 254th Ter.,…
Jail Report 7.13 – 7.20
Lafayette County July 16 Venita Pugh, violation of probation July 19 Kathryn Hollenbeck, trespassing, drug possession, drug equipment possession, resist officer Hamilton County July 13 Scott Allan Calahan, possess controlled substance without…
Branford Town Council to consider banning dogs at Greenway festivals
Danny Federico [email protected] Whether dogs should be allowed at festivals held on the Suwannee River Greenway will be up for discussion next month after concerns were raised during the regular Branford Town…
Jhelicia Hawkins elected chair of North Central Florida Regional Planning Council
NCFRPC Contributor City of Jasper Mayor Jhelecia Hawkins has been elected chair of the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council (NCFRPC). Following her election, Mayor Hawkins said, “It is an honor to…
Live Oak man charged with attempted homicide after alleged stabbing, knife attack
Danny Federico [email protected] A Live Oak man was arrested on Friday, July 17, after allegedly stabbing a woman in the chin, attempting to cut her throat with a knife and threatening to…
Retirement dream becomes fight for independence after life-changing stroke
Danny Federico [email protected] When Chip and Tonya Balduf left the mountains of North Carolina for rural North Florida, they weren’t chasing luxury. They were chasing simplicity. The couple purchased property in late…
SVTA donates van to local domestic violence shelter
Ady Kinsley Riverbend News During the Suwannee Valley Transit Authority (SVTA) board meeting on Monday, July 13, the SVTA donated one of its used vans to Vivid Visions. Vivid Visions is a…
Making Every Mark Count: Cypress Swamp
Danny Federico [email protected] As tattoos and piercings continue to grow in popularity and acceptance, the duo behind Cypress Swamp Tattoo & Piercing Studio hopes clients leave with more than fresh ink or…