DOH-Suwannee Contributor The Florida Department of Health in Suwannee County (DOH-Suwannee) is issuing a rabies alert in Suwannee County in response to a confirmed case of rabies in a raccoon exposed in…
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Beloved community member passes away in boating accident
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Wednesday, July 1, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission was notified at approximately 8 p.m. of a missing boater in Gilchrist County. According to reports, a 17-foot…
Josh Daniel sentenced to four years for role in White Springs homicide
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Tuesday, June 30, Josh Daniel, 19, appeared in court for sentencing in the homicide case involving William “Junior” Powell Jr. Daniel previously pleaded guilty to accessory after the…
Southern Sisters Boutique launches t-shirt fundraiser for Ernie Clayton
Danny Federico [email protected] A local business is organizing a community fundraiser to support a Live Oak family following a recent heart transplant. Southern Sisters Boutique & Embroidery announced it is accepting preorders…
The New Front Porch is here!
Laura Young Riverbend News It is with great pleasure that we announce the arrival of the July/August 2026 edition of The Front Porch magazine. The new issue has been mailed, and subscribers…
DOH-Hamilton extends rabies ALERT
DOH-Hamilton Contributor The Florida Department of Health in Hamilton County (DOH-Hamilton) is extending a rabies alert in Hamilton County in response to a confirmed case of rabies in a fox that died…
SCSO seeks public’s help in locating stolen boat, trailer
Danny Federico [email protected] The Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a boat, trailer and outboard motor that were stolen from a residence on 76th Street…
Live Oak man charged with armed robbery after attempted motel holdup
Danny Federico [email protected] A Live Oak man was arrested early on Wednesday, June 24, after deputies say he attempted to rob a local motel while armed with a handgun. According to a…
White Springs vice mayor arrested on animal cruelty charge
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Friday, June 26, Nicole Williams, vice mayor of White Springs, was arrested and taken to the Hamilton County Jail on a warrant for animal cruelty. According to an…
Search continues for missing Hamilton County teen
Danny Federico [email protected] The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, in coordination with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, is continuing to seek the public’s assistance in locating a missing 16-year-old girl. According to…
Vote Dr. Neelam Taneja Perry for U.S. Senate from Florida
Dr. Neelam Taneja Perry is running for U.S. Senate from Florida. Dr. Neelam Taneja Perry is focused on restoring trust in public institutions, protecting Floridians’ freedoms, strengthening our economy, and putting patients,…
Cameron Fine receives life sentence in Powell murder
Christian Peterson [email protected] The Hamilton County Courthouse was filled Tuesday, June 23, as 19-year-old Cameron Fine was sentenced to life in prison after pleading guilty to the second-degree murder of William “Junior”…
For these Florida counties, eliminating property taxes would mean “a dismemberment of vital services”
William March Contributor This article originally appeared in November of 2025 on the floridatrident.org website. It is being reprinted here with permission. Since it was originally published, the Florida Legislature has approved…
Branford man arrested following undercover child solicitation investigation For these Florida counties, eliminating
Danny Federico [email protected] A Branford man was arrested earlier this month after investigators say he traveled to Columbia County intending to meet a minor for sex. According to a press release from…
New Dollar General Market opens in Jennings
A new Dollar General Market is officially open in Jennings, providing residents and travelers near the Interstate 75 interchange with an additional shopping option. The new store is located at 1424 Hamilton…
From Mayo to National Recognition: Lafayette graduate named U.S. Presidential Scholar semifinalist
Danny Federico [email protected] For Harrison Jackson, success did not happen all at once. It was built through years of early mornings, late nights, leadership roles, competitions, coursework and a willingness to say…
Live Oak City Council moves through land use appeal, fee changes and budget planning
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News The Live Oak City Council met on Tuesday, June 9, addressing a full agenda that included a judicial land- use appeal, updates to the planning and zoning fee…