Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Car enthusiasts and community members alike are invited to rev their engines and head to Mayo for the Gears and Goods Car Show, hosted by Lafayette High School’s Future…
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Hamilton students compete in Suwannee Valley Regional Science Fair
Tiffany Quintero Contributor The Hamilton County School District would like to congratulate our Hamilton County High School students (HCHS) for their outstanding achievements at the Suwannee Valley Regional Science Fair. Josue Diaz-Ruiz,…
North Florida College drives economic growth for students, region and state
NFC Contributor A new economic impact study confirms what the region has long known: North Florida College (NFC) is a powerful engine for economic growth and prosperity. Conducted by Lightcast, a nationally…
National Public Schools Week: Shining a spotlight on the magic that happens every day in Hamilton County School District classrooms
Hamilton County School District Contributor National Public Schools Week, celebrated this year from Monday, Feb. 23, through Friday, Feb. 27, is a time to celebrate the incredible work happening every day in…
Scholarship Gala happening Feb. 28 for Branford Achievement Council
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org The Branford Achievement Council is set to host a Scholarship Gala on Friday, Feb. 28, beginning at 6 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Branford. The event will…
North Florida College honors President’s List scholars for academic excellence
NFC Contributor North Florida College (NFC) proudly recognizes students who earned placement on the Academic President’s List, the College’s highest scholastic honor, awarded to full-time students who achieve exceptional academic performance during…
North Florida College celebrates Dean’s List scholars
NFC Contributor North Florida College (NFC) proudly recognizes students who earned placement on the Dean’s List, honoring academic achievement and dedication during the term. These honors reflect the hard work, discipline and…
Hamilton FFA represents at Florida State Fair
Tiffany Quintero Contributor Members of the Hamilton County High School Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapter recently competed in Meat Judging at the Florida State Fair. During the competition, knowledge, speed and…
Hamilton County School District celebrates Literacy Week
Tiffany Quintero Contributor The Hamilton County School District would like to extend its gratitude to its Hamilton County High School students and district staff who participated in Literacy Week by reading with…
Florida Prepaid Open Enrollment now available
Florida Prepaid Contributor The Florida Prepaid College Board today announced the Open Enrollment window for 2026 started Sunday, Feb. 1, allowing Florida families to lock in future postsecondary education costs at today’s…
Suwannee County School District announces winners of annual Spelling Bee
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org The Suwannee County School District announced the winners of the Suwannee County Spelling Bee, which took place on Thursday, Feb. 5. The contest was open to students at elementary…
Two Branford superstars earn Florida Dairy Farmers awards
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Florida is an agriculturally based state, a fact that is especially evident in North Central Florida. One of the region’s most prominent industries is dairy farming, and many local farmers have come together to form the Florida Dairy Farmers organization. While the importance…
Hamilton County School District announces Spelling Bee winners
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org The Hamilton County School District announced the winners of the 2025–26 School District Spelling Bee on Friday, Jan. 23. Participants included Timothy Fason, Jonas Houston, Angelica Martinez-Lopez, Matthew Trimble…
Suwannee Education Foundation hosts Teacher/School-Related Employee of the Year Banquet
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org Suwannee County School District teachers, employees and community leaders came together to honor both the 2025-26 Teachers of the Year (TOY) and School- Related Employees of the Year (SREOY)…
Bulldogs dominate at girls weightlifting districts
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Suwannee High School (SHS) has dominated the girls weightlifting scene for years, and with the new season underway, the Bulldogs are once again proving their strength. On Friday, Jan….
Childcare: Ratios matter
Angela Gandiana Thomas Contributor Are you a working parent, single parent or a grandparent raising children again? What do you look for in a quality program? Are you looking for a program…
All Our Kidz and Skills Academy present Honor Roll Arcade Day
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org All Our Kidz and Marshall Skills Academy have teamed up to recognize student academic achievement with an Honor Roll Arcade Day on Saturday, Feb. 7. The celebration will take…