Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com State legislators have officially announced a series of upcoming delegation meetings in counties across North Florida. These meetings will provide residents with an opportunity to share their concerns,…
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The NEW Front Porch is on its way
Emerald Greene reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com It is with great pleasure that Riverbend News announces the arrival of the January/February 2025 issue of The Front Porch! The new issue has been mailed out and…
Will the tri-county area see snow this week?
Lazaro Aleman reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com An extremely slim chance exists that snow, or a semblance of the white powdery stuff, may fall in Florida in this coming week, making for a first in…
Is hurricane debris pickup over?
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com It may be surprising, but it has only been three months since Hurricane Helene tore through Suwannee County. The holiday season offered an easy distraction from the horrors…
Woods family seeking donations after tragic accident
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com A local family is reeling after a recent tragic accident and needs help raising funds to cover medical expenses related to the injuries sustained. Jennifer Raulerson created a…
Two injured in Franklin County collision
A collision involving a sedan and a pickup truck towing a camper resulted in two injuries on Tuesday6 evening, Dec. 31, along U.S. Highway 98 in Franklin County, according to the Florida…
Suwannee wrestling takes victory in District Duals
On Monday, Dec. 30, the Suwannee High School Bulldogs competed against multiple teams in the Class 1A District 2 Duals competition, ending the competition with a resounding victory, and defeating five other…
SCSO Lt. Wayne Musgrove retires after 44 years
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com With his boxes packed and ready for his next adventure, Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) Lt. Wayne Musgrove prepared to retire after 44 years of service to the residents…
Special Christmas parade held for young girl with cancer
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com It was a chilly evening on Monday, Dec. 23, as residents up and down Suwannee Avenue lined up to witness a special moment for a local girl: a Christmas…
Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office investigating shooting incident in Jennings
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) is investigating a shooting that occurred in Jennings on Thursday, Dec. 26. According to information from an anonymous source, the shooting took place…
Christmas time is here…everywhere around the world
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com “And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and…
Welcome to Riverbend: Sean Herndon
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Sean Herndon was born in Valdosta, Ga., in 1988. He spent most of his early childhood in Day Town, attending the Lafayette County School District. At 8, years old,…
Suwannee County teen crowned 2025 Miss Agriculture USA Agvocate
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Recently, local teen Kimberly Tanner was crowned the 2025 Miss Agriculture USA Agvocate, representing the State of Florida. She joins several other “agvocates” across the United States as advocates…
Search warrant leads to narcotics arrest
Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Contributor A search warrant executed by the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office on Tuesday, Dec. 3, led to the arrest of 34-year-old Jasper resident Jacaris Clarence Stubbs and the…
Florida state officials honored as “Rural Champions” at 2024 FREDA Summit
Jeff Hendry Contributor T he Florida Rural Economic Development Association (FREDA) proudly recognized five distinguished state officials for their exceptional leadership and advocacy at the 2024 FREDA Summit held at the World…
$500k awarded to City of Live Oak for infrastructure
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, Dec. 6, Governor Ron DeSantis announced $20 million in awards to 17 small counties and municipalities through the Rural Infrastructure Fund. “Florida is committed to supporting our…
Johnston Signature Furnishings opens in Branford
Mickey Starling reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Just a short time after Badcock Furniture closed its doors across the nation, Andy Johnston, the owner of the Branford, Madison and Monticello stores, has revived the business, opening…