Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Two local students were recently named to Mars Hill University’s Academic Dean’s List at the end of the fall 2024 semester. In order to qualify for the Dean’s List,…
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Jennings native studying abroad through Muhlenberg College
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Omar Lopez, a resident of Jennings and a graduate of Hamilton County High School, is currently pursuing a degree in economics at Muhlenberg College. During the spring, he will…
Wilder Andrews of Live Oak named to UWA’s fall 2024 President’s List
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The University of West Alabama (UWA) recently announced its fall 2024 President’s List for students who displayed superior academic achievement. Among the students recognized was Wilder Andrews, a history…
Brice Criggall named to Hiram College’s fall 2024 Dean’s List
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com O’Brien resident Brice Criggall was recently named to Hiram College’s fall 2024 Dean’s List in recognition of his academic excellence. Criggall, a biomedical humanities major, is among the 243…
Hamilton County School District announces senior breakfast and gift-giving opportunity
Tiffany Quintero Contributor The Hamilton County School District is excited to announce plans for a special Senior Breakfast to celebrate the Class of 2025 as they prepare for graduation. This momentous occasion…
“We Are Coming”: Hamilton County Trojans announce new head football coach
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Hamilton County High School (HCHS) Trojans football team has found a new head coach in Fabian Reid, who will lead the program for the 2025-26 school year, marking…
Hamilton County School District honors Teachers and School Related Employees of the Year
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Thursday, March 13, educators and staff members with the Hamilton County School District came together to honor their 2025-26 Teachers of the Year (TOY) and School Related Employees…
Hamilton County students shine in statewide civics and debate competitions
Tiffany Quintero Contributor Exciting news has come from the Hamilton County School District, where one of their own, Fernanda Gomez, has been selected to attend the prestigious Florida Civics and Debate Initiative…
Hamilton County High School Culinary Arts program to sell baked goods at Sweets on Hatley
Tiffany Quintero Contributor Hamilton County High School’s Culinary Arts program is excited to announce a special opportunity for students to showcase their skills and share delicious treats with the community. Students of…
Fifth-graders go head-to-head in Lafayette Elementary archery finals
Lafayette Elementary School Contributor Over the past few months, the fifth-graders at Lafayette Elementary School have been participating in an archery program as part of their physical education (PE) curriculum. This program…
Vintage vibes shine in 2025 Miss BHS Pageant
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Families, friends and Branford High School (BHS) supporters gathered in the school’s auditorium on Saturday, Feb. 22, for the annual Little, Junior and Miss BHS Pageant, which had the…
Lafayette Elementary students shine in annual 4-H Speech Contest
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Lafayette Elementary School (LES) students steeled their nerves on Thursday, Feb. 20, for the annual 4-H Speech Contest. The event was sponsored by Duke Energy and highlighted the public…
Sound of Suwannee students take performance to a new level
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com “The purpose of the North Florida Honor Band is to provide a consistent source of camaraderie for Baker, Bradford, Columbia, Gilchrist, Suwannee and Union Counties,” the North Florida Honor…
RIVEROAK holds annual Career Fair & Program Showcase
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com RIVEROAK Technical College in Live Oak held its Eighth Annual Career Fair and Program Showcase at the school on Thursday, Feb. 13. It provided an opportunity for students to…
NJROTC partners with aviation programs to start “Drones in School”
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee High School (SHS) Naval Junior Reserve Training Corps (NJROTC) is partnering with a couple of aviation organizations to bring “Drones in School,” a program geared to help…
Wellborn student named to UMGC’s Dean’s List for Fall Term 2024
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Jordyn King, a native of Wellborn who is majoring in Psychology, has been named to the Dean’s List for the University of Maryland Global Campus’ (UMGC) Fall Term 2024….
Live Oak native named to University of Alabama Fall 2024 President’s List
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Live Oak native Benjamin Roberts, a Management Information Systems major, has been named to the University of Alabama (UA) President’s List for the 2024 Fall semester. According to the…