Chad Lyons Contributor Forty-eight Lafayette Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapter members attended the 98th Annual Florida FFA State Convention and Expo at the Caribe Royale Resort in Kissimmee, Fla., from Sunday,…
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HCHS Beta Club competes at national convention in Nashville
Chris Combass Contributor The Hamilton County High School (HCHS) Beta Club recently attended the National Beta Club Convention in Nashville, Tenn., marking the school’s second consecutive year competing at the national level…
ARI looks back on a spring full of activity
Hailey Heseltine Riverbend News The spring semester was bustling with activity for the Aucilla Research Institute (ARI). Their educational outreach program brought interactive experiences in history and archaeology across North Florida, with…
Audrey Cress among the Flagler College graduating Class of 2026
Flagler College Contributor Flagler College will celebrate the academic and personal accomplishments of Audrey Cress, from Live Oak, and more than 600 graduates from the Class of 2026. Flagler’s Class of 2026…
Brown named new Assistant Principal at Suwannee Riverside Elementary
Rick Patrick Riverbend News Amanda Brown, for principal at Lee Elementary School and Madison County Central School (MCCS), has recently been named the assistant principal at Suwannee Riverside Elementary School, in Live…
Former Hamilton County educator named new principal of Madison County High School
Rick Patrick Riverbend News During a special meeting of the Madison County District School Board on Wednesday, June 17, the board voted to confirm Peggy Hasty as the new principal at Madison…
McDonald’s opens applications for Golden Grants
Madelyn Schieder Contributor The McDonald’s Florida Georgia Line Operator’s Association (FGLBU) opened applications for its annual Golden Grants Program. This year, the program will award grants of $2,500 and $5,000 to support…
Lafayette County Public Library invites families to join summer reading fun
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News The Lafayette County Public Library is welcoming children and families to an exciting lineup of educational programs, entertainment, crafts and activities throughout the summer. The library’s annual summer…
SNHU announces Spring 2026 President’s List
Southern New Hampshire University Contributor It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Spring 2026 President’s List: • Brandy Norman…
2026 Branford and Suwannee High vals and sals announced
Danny Federico [email protected] Due to announcement timing, Riverbend News was unable to include the following valedictorians and salutatorians in its Graduation Tab publication on Wednesday, May 20. However, we still want to…
Meet Branford’s new volleyball coaching team
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News Branford High School volleyball enters a new era this season with a coaching staff that combines experience, community values and a shared passion for developing student-athletes. Leading the…
Palms Medical Group offers free services to student athletes
Kyler Burk Contributor Parents with children who play sports can rest assured this summer, as Palm’s Medical Group is offering free sports physicals (not including the new Florida High School Athletic Association…
Branford Buccaneers open registration for Youth Football and Cheer
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News Registration is now open for the Branford Buccaneers Youth Football and Cheer programs, giving local children a great opportunity to develop athletic skills over the summer. The program…
Hamilton County High School announces 2026- 2027 Cheer Squad
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News Hamilton County High School (HCHS) recently announced its 2026-2027 Trojan Cheer Squad, recognizing a talented group of student-athletes selected to represent the school during the upcoming school year….
ARI looks back on a spring full of activity
Hailey Heseltine Riverbend New The spring semester was bustling with activity for the Aucilla Research Institute (ARI). Their educational outreach program brought interactive experiences in history and archaeology across North Florida, with…
Live Oak Rotary Club announces scholarship winners
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News The Rotary Club of Live Oak recognized several Suwannee High School seniors for their outstanding achievements through the organizations: Henry Airth Scholarships, Panel’s Choice Awards and Career Technical…
NFC announces 2026 summer camps; Which adventure will you choose?
North Florida College Contributor North Florida College (NFC) is inviting students of all ages to discover new passions, build confidence and make lasting memories this summer through the 2026 NFC Future Sentinels…