Category: School

Lisa HancockContributor Lafayette Adult Education held graduation in the Lafayette High School Library on Monday, June 27, at 6:30 p.m. Jodi Tillman, Director of Big Bend Technical College, was the guest speaker…

NFCContributor High school students from Hamilton, Jefferson, Lafayette and Madison Counties, and as well as Lake Park, Ga., explored the fields of mechanics, electronics and computing during North Florida College’s (NFC) Mechatronics…

Grace McAlister, Reporter1@riverbendnews.org On Thursday, May 12, the Branford FFA chapter celebrated its annual Awards Ceremony Banquet. Family and friends, along with the many FFA members from the chapter, gathered together for…

 Lee Trawick, Reporter2@riverbendnews.org  On Thursday, May 12, the Lafayette FFA chapter celebrated its 82nd Annual Awards Ceremony Banquet. Family and friends, along with the many FFA members from the chapter, gathered together…

 Christian Peterson, Reporter@riverbendnews.org  On Thursday, May 15, No Kid Hungry and the Hamilton County School District (HCSD) joined forces to help care for the less fortunate in their student population. The event…

Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative Contributor Thursday, May 19, the Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative (SVEC) Board of Trustees has awarded $21,500 in scholarships to some of the area’s outstanding high school graduates. Eleven scholarships…

Christian Peterson  Reporter@riverbendnews.org On Saturday, April 30, the Little Miss SHS and Miss SHS Beauty Pageant was held. The pageant took place in the Suwannee High School (SHS) auditorium, starting at 6…

Christian Peterson  Reporter@riverbendnews.org On Thursday, March 17, Branford High School agriculture students had a unique opportunity. The students were invited to visit RIVEROAK Technical College (RTC) for some hands-on experience. The Brick…

Christian Peterson  Reporter@riverbendnews.org Suwannee Springcrest Elementary (SSE) has put together the ultimate dream Team. Over 10 elementary school students have been selected for SSE’s brand-new Lighthouse Team. While the Lighthouse Team is…

Grace McAlister  Reporter1@riverbendnews.org Suwannee Springcrest Elementary’s Service Club received a very special visitor on Friday, March 4. At 2 p.m., Suwannee County Animal Control brought three-legged Captain Jack, a very sweet pup…

Lee Trawick  Reporter2@riverbendnews.org On Friday, March 4, RIVEROAK Technical College (RTC) students participated in the SkillsUSA Regional Masonry Competition led by RTC Brick and Block Masonry instructor, Derwin Bass. The competition was…

Lee Trawick  Reporter2@riverbendnews.org The Suwannee High School Lady Bulldogs varsity softball team carries a 3-6 record, as they have almost reached their halfway point of the season. The Lady Bulldogs are currently…

Christian Peterson  Reporter@riverbendnews.org On Wednesday, Feb. 16, Suwannee Springcrest Elementary and Dairy Queen partnered up for an evening of support. Dairy Queen held a fundraiser for Suwannee Springcrest Elementary, allowing students, friends…

Lee Trawick  Reporter2@riverbendnews.org On Thursday, March 3, Suwannee Springcrest Elementary (SSE) was surprised by a unique visitor, Tory Carter of the Tennessee Titans from the National Football League (NFL).  The students were…

Suwannee County School District Contributor Suwannee High School (SHS) juniors Carston Palmer, Jake Wooley and Devin Tran will serve as the three representatives for SHS at the 2022 Boys State Session. Prior…

Christian Peterson  Reporter@riverbendnews.org On Thursday, Feb. 17, RIVEROAK Technical College (RTC) held a Career Day and Program Showcase on their campus. The fair allowed high school students, as well as RTC students…