Jason Futch [email protected] The White Springs Public Library has hosted a monthly homeschool group since September to serve better the growing number of homeschooled children in the area. Librarian Miranda Beard said…
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White Springs Library to host New Year vision board workshop
Danny Federico [email protected] The White Springs Public Library will host a “New Year Vision Boards” workshop on Friday, Jan. 2, beginning at 2 p.m. Members of the community are invited to participate…
The Greatest Gift
Andrea Deas Contributor As Christmas approaches, it’s a wonderful time to remember the most precious gift of all: salvation through Jesus, the Son of God. Isaiah 9:6-7 and Isaiah 53:4-6 beautifully share…
Suwannee School Board recognizes perfect FAST scores
Danny Federico [email protected] The Suwannee County School Board met on Tuesday, Nov. 18, for its regularly scheduled meeting. The evening began with Superintendent Ronnie Gray presiding, as the first order of business…
10th Annual Steve Claffey Memorial Game coming soon
Danny Federico [email protected] On Friday, Dec. 26, and Saturday, Dec. 27, the community will join together to honor the memory of Suwannee Middle School Coach Steve Claffey, who passed away from colon…
Hornets defeat Trojans during two soccer matches
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Friday, Dec. 12, the Lafayette High School Hornets hosted the Hamilton County High School Trojans for two soccer showdowns, one between the girls teams and one between the…
Writers Ink to host short story contest
Jason Futch [email protected] Writers Ink, a local writing class that meets at the Live Oak Public Library, is hosting a short story writing contest for all high school students in Hamilton, Lafayette…
Hamilton County High School student passes CNA licensing exam
Tiffany Quintero Contributor The Hamilton County School District is proud of Elijah Devore, a Hamilton County High School student who took his certified nursing assistant (CNA) licensing exam on Tuesday, Dec. 2,…
Lafayette County Homeschool Co-Op brings fairy-tale justice to Judge Jackson’s courtroom
Mireya Burak Contributor The Lafayette County Homeschool Co-Op brought excitement and education together with a full mock trial held in Judge Jackson’s courtroom on Friday, Nov. 21. The case, State of Florida…
The All-Riverbend Golf Team
Christian Peterson [email protected] The golf season has come to an end, highlighted by standout performances across the Riverbend News coverage area. This year,Riverbend News has selected the top athletes for the All-Riverbend…
Hamilton County Theatre Troupe to present “Elf Jr.”
Christian Peterson [email protected] The Hamilton County High School Theatre Troup is preparing to present its winter musical, “Elf Jr. The Musical.” Based off of the popular modern Christmas film, “Elf,” this play…
Teacher’s union president speaks of challenges in state education
Jason Futch [email protected] Andrew Spar is a veteran teacher, having taught students in Volusia County since 1994. Throughout his career, he had the opportunity to become a union leader, starting with the…
Suwannee River Regional Library’s literacy department seeking volunteer tutors
Jason Futch [email protected] The Suwannee River Regional Library’s (SRRL) literacy department is seeking volunteer tutors to help local students achieve their academic goals. The library system serves Hamilton, Madison and Suwannee Counties,…
Lafayette FFA competes at the 98th National FFA Convention
Chad Lyons Contributor The Lafayette Future Farmers of America (FFA) Forestry Evaluation and Meats Evaluation Career Development Event teams represented Florida at the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis, Ind.,…
Hamilton County High School Theatre Troupe astounds at One-Act Festival
Christian Peterson [email protected] Theater is not as popular as it once was, however, that does not mean that the love for the art form has gone anywhere. There are still plenty out…
Lafayette FFA places in top five of 2025 Florida FFA State Forestry CDE
Chad Lyons Contributor The 2025 Florida Future Farmers of America (FFA) Forestry Career Development Event (CDE) State Finals took place Thursday, Nov. 6, at the Florida Forest Festival Grounds in Perry, Fla….
Lafayette FBLA chapter triumphs at State Leadership Conference
Chad Lyons Contributor The Lafayette High School Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter successfully sent 24 students (grades sixth through 12th) to the 2025 Florida FBLA State Leadership Conference in Daytona…