Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Saturday, Feb. 28, brought several prominent speakers to Suwannee County. Each year, the Suwannee County Republican Party hosts a dinner fundraiser – to support the party’s operations throughout the year. Attendees are treated to dinner…
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Hornets defeat Buccaneers in tight baseball match
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Tuesday, March 3, the Lafayette High School Hornets hosted their rivals, the Branford High School Buccaneers, for a baseball showdown. With the season now in full swing, this marked the first time the friendly rivals have faced off in a year. What followed was a tight…
Suwannee Pineview first-grader wins at district cooking competition
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Sodexo is the food provider for the Suwannee County School District. While the organization provides meals for students, it also provides something else special: an opportunity for students to learn cooking skills through friendly…
Plants, art and community: Wild Roots Collective opening March 21
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org A new plant nursery and creative gathering space is preparing to put down roots in Suwannee County. Wild Roots Collective, a plant nursery, apothecary and creative studio, is set…
Remembering Suwannee: Black history in Suwannee County, Part 6
Eric Musgrove Contributor A couple of weeks ago, we began discussing the Reconstruction Era (1865-1877) as it related to Suwannee County. Several religious organizations were founded by and for African Americans in…
Live Oak Christian Church to host Ladies Day event March 21
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Women from across the community are invited to gather for a day of fellowship, encouragement and faith during the upcoming Ladies Day event hosted by Live Oak Christian Church….
Ohio man charged with obscene communication with minor
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org An Ohio man was arrested and charged with alleged obscene communication with a juvenile following an investigation that began in February. According to the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO)…
Roldan sentenced to 10 years in animal abuse case
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Eric Ivan Roldan, the 46-year-old Live Oak man convicted of beating a puppy nearly to death last year, was sentenced to 10 years in the Florida Department of Corrections. …
SWAT uses explosive entry at Royal Inn, arrests two
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org The Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team arrested two Live Oak residents following an early morning warrant execution at a local motel. According to…
Humphrey sentenced for sex crimes
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Wallace Edward Humphrey was found guilty of sexual assault following a trial at the Suwannee County Courthouse on Monday, March 2. He was then sentenced to two consecutive life…
Letter to the Editor: Open letter to the City of Live Oak, Fla.
To: The Mayor of the City of Live Oak, Florida, and The Members of the City Council Delivered by Email Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2026 Re: Proposed Annexation and…
Celebrating 100 years of W.B. Howland’s
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Centuries ago, John Howland traveled on the Mayflower from Plymouth, England, to the “New World.” En route, John, who was in the materials supply business in England, risked his…
Biggins’s Birthday Bash set for March 7 at Doggie Dude Ranch
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org A very special pup is about to celebrate a milestone birthday, and the community is invited to join the party. Biggins, affectionately known as the Doggie Dude Ranch’s “miracle…
Remembering Suwannee: Black history in Suwannee County, Part 5
Eric Musgrove Contributor We have been looking at African American history for the past several weeks. Last week, we began reviewing religious life during Reconstruction. This week, we complete that aspect of…
Lane closures expected this week
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org The Florida Department of Transportation advises drivers of the following road work impacts for the week of Saturday, Feb. 28, through Friday, March 6: Hamilton County: Daytime lane closures…
United Way annual Golf Tournament set for March 14 at Quail Heights
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org The United Way of Suwannee Valley will host its annual Golf Tournament on Saturday, March 14, at Quail Heights Country Club. Registration will begin at 7:30 a.m., followed by…
SVTA ride scheduling deadline approaching for Senior Day at Suwannee County Fair
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org The Suwannee Valley Transit Authority (SVTA) is advising senior citizens to act soon, as the deadline to schedule transportation for Senior Day at the Suwannee County Fair is Wednesday,…