Ady Kinsley Riverbend News As the end of the year approaches, it’s time once again to celebrate the people, places and businesses that shine across Suwannee, Lafayette and Hamilton counties. Nominations for…
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Detty trials continued to February 2027
Danny Federico [email protected] The criminal trials of the founders of Branford’s Livin’ Like Larry Farm Sanctuary have been continued until February 2027 following discovery hearings in Portage County Common Pleas Court. Krystal…
SCSO asks public for help identifying robbery suspect
Ady Kinsley Riverbend News The Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) recently released a Facebook post asking the public for information regarding a robbery suspect. On Sunday, Aug. 9, a robbery occurred in…
Robert Gamsby announces resignation from White Springs Town Council
Ady Kinsley Riverbend News On Saturday, Aug. 15, White Springs Town Council member Robert Gamsby shared a social media post where he announced his resignation from the Town Council, as well as…
Support the Fay family after a terrible loss
Christian Peterson [email protected] The Fay family is suffering from a significant loss this year. While Ronnie, Brittany and their three children were away on a family vacation, their house caught fire. “The…
Primary Election Day is Aug. 18
Danny Federico [email protected] Voters in Hamilton, Lafayette and Suwannee counties will head to the polls on Tuesday, Aug. 18, for Florida’s 2026 Primary Election. Polls at all voting locations will be open…
Hamilton County deputies resolve mental health crisis peacefully
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported mental health crisis involving a male subject on Friday, Aug. 7, with the situation ultimately resolved peacefully after a…
Community rallies behind veteran and service dog after van fire
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News The Suwannee County community is rallying around James Mugweru, a Marine veteran who is working to rebuild his life after a fire destroyed the van he had been…
Ellie’s Benefit Barrel Race to raise funds for local cowgirl
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News On Saturday, Aug. 15, in Jasper, Ellie’s Benefit Barrel Race will take place to help a local cowgirl receive the medical treatments she needs to get back in…
Lane closures expected this week
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…
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…
Community rallies around young rodeo champion battling rare autoimmune disease
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News What began as a promising rodeo career for 12-year-old Ellie Cantey has become a courageous fight for her health, but friends, family and the local equestrian community are…
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…
HCSO adds new inmate transport van
The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office has recently added a new inmate transport van to its fleet, replacing an older vehicle to improve the safety and efficiency of inmate transportation. According to the…