Category: History

This week, we will continue the third part of a series of articles on Suwannee County’s mobilization and service in World War I. By the middle of September 1917, orders had been…

Eric Musgrove Contributor This week, we will continue our multi-part series on Suwannee County’s mobilization and service in World War I. Less than two weeks after the Suwannee Rifles reported for duty…

This week, we begin the first of seven or so articles on World War I, focusing on Suwannee County’s mobilization for the war as well as some miscellaneous service and post-war information….

Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com As Riverbend News wraps up its celebration of Women’s History Month, we thought it best to share about three more incredibly influential women from our coverage area, specifically, three…

Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Vietnam War raged for decades and throughout the presidencies of four United States Presidents. As offensives battled, and the casualties of war continued to trickle in, there were…

Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Charles Springs is a popular spring in Suwannee County. Residents are attracted to its warm water, long walk to the river, fun tunnels to dive in, and its amenities….

Eric Musgrove Contributor There was a time in Suwannee County’s history when Live Oak had several local bottling works producing a variety of soft drinks, as did many cities across the country….

Eric Musgrove Contributor February was Black History Month, and it is only fitting to discuss some of the accomplishments and contributions of African American citizens here in Suwannee County. Most people will…

Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Women’s History Month is celebrated during March each year, centering around March 8, which is International Women’s Day. The celebration, however, dates all the way back to 1978, when…

Eric Musgrove Contributor Suwannee County has seen many “out-of-towners” make their mark on its history, and the topic of today’s article is just one of them. Robert Alexander Reid was born in…

Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com As J.M. “Buddy” Phillips wrapped up his three weeks at the Glades County Sheriff’s Office, it appeared that he would be able to settle back in his position as…

Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Queenie Udell’s history in White Springs has contributed not only to the Black community but also to the quilting community. Her contributions to quilting were even honored through a…

Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com   J.M. “Buddy” Phillips was sworn in as Sheriff of Suwannee County on Jan. 7, 1969. Having grown up in Suwannee County and being the son of former Live…

Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com   Harry Tyson Moore, a native son of Florida, sought to make his home state a better one for Black people. Moore’s story is one of the early struggles…

Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com John Marvin “Buddy” Phillips, Jr., gave his life to the citizens of Florida as a public servant, leader, and most notably, one of Florida’s prominent law enforcement officers. To…