Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com After months of uncertainty regarding the future of animal control services in Hamilton County, the Hamilton County Sheriff ’s Office has agreed to take control for the first time…
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LCSO continues to seek Horton’s killer
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com After 16 years, the case involving the murder of Day resident Thomas Ernest “Thumper” Horton continues to haunt the Lafayette County community. Now, the Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office hopes…
Mayo rallies to support Cox family
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@ gmail.com The Mayo community is mourning alongside the Cox family after the unexpected passing of 8-yearold Jacen Barrett Cox. Jacen, a joyful and loving child known for his “beautiful…
Henderson promoted to emergency management director
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Heather Henderson-Scheu, who has served as the deputy director of the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office’s Emergency Management Division, has been promoted to Director of the division following the resignation…
Lafayette County warns of mosquito-borne illness
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, July 15, the Florida Department of Health in Lafayette County released an advisory notice informing residents that the Easter equine encephalitis virus, known to be spread through…
15-year-old dies in White Springs accident
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com A traffic accident involving two all-terrain vehicles in White Springs resulted in the death of a Palm Bay, Fla., teen. According to the Florida Highway Patrol crash report, on…
Hamilton Trojans 10U team becomes state champions
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Babe Ruth League has been helping children across the United States celebrate sports for years now. The group is focused on serving youth and helping them grow in…
Rabies alert sent out in Suwannee County
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee County Department of Health has issued a rabies alert for Suwannee County following the confirmation of a rabies case. According to a public release from the department,…
Rickerson returns to Jennings as town attorney
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com A familiar face appeared at the regular Jennings Town Council meeting on Tuesday, July 1. Sheena Rickerson, who served as the town attorney until last year, returned to reclaim…
Counties and their hand in maintaining private roads
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Private landowners have been clashing with the government for as long as both have existed. Recently, the maintenance of private and public roads has been a hot topic. It…
Gov. DeSantis signs new animal protection laws into effect
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Two new laws targeting both animal abandonment during emergencies and aggravated animal cruelty were recently signed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis. Florida Senate Bill 150, known as Trooper’s…
SCSO, Attorney General dismantles fentanyl distribution network
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office and the Florida Attorney General’s Office announced the result of a year-long investigation on Tuesday, June 24, leading to the arrests of individuals involved…
Suwannee County Fire Rescue introduces new ALS engines
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Advanced Life Support (ALS) engines have begun popping up all around Suwannee County. There has been discussion in county meetings and references to them throughout emergency management. What are…
Garner takes his place as interim White Springs Town Manager
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com As the Town of White Springs continues its restructuring efforts, a key leadership role was filled on Monday, June 23, with the arrival of Interim Town Manager Elmon Lee…
The Handyman has passed away
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee County community is mourning the loss of a well-known resident who was affectionately known as “The Handyman” and “The Weatherman.” James Byron “Jim” Hughens passed away at…
Live Oak native serves aboard USS Constitution
Rick Burke, Navy Office of Community Outreach Contributor Seaman Recruit Orlando Ambriz, a native of Live Oak, Fla., is one of more than 60 sailors celebrating America’s 249 years of independence while…
Suwannee County fugitive apprehended
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com After four days on the run, a Suwannee County fugitive is behind bars following a domestic violence incident. According to a social media posy made by the Suwannee County…