The author of Psalm 119, in the second stanza (verses 9-16), asks the question, “How can a young man keep his way pure?” His answer, “By keeping it according to Thy word.”…
Man arrested in Suwannee County after alleged Palm Beach shooting
Grace McAlister reporter1@riverbendnews.org On Tuesday, Nov. 22, members of the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) Investigations Division assisted the United States Marshal’s Office in capturing Joetavius Remon Jackson, 37, of Live Oak….
Christmas on the Square to make Live Oak merry and bright
Grace McAlister reporter1@riverbendnews.org The Suwannee County Chamber of Commerce will continue to hold its 38th Annual Christmas on the Square this December. Christmas on the Square is a three-day event that will…
Man drowns in Suwannee River
Grace McAlister reporter1@riverbendnews.org On Saturday, Nov. 19, at approximately 2:14 p.m., a man was reported to have drowned in the Suwannee River at the Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park. According to…
Shyril Elizabeth Norris
March 1, 1950 – November 22, 2022- Shyril Elizabeth Norris, 72, of Suwannee passed away at Bedrock Nursing Facility in Lake City, Fla., after lengthy medical issues. Together, with her husband L.B….
Lighthouse Christian Center hosts veterans
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Saturday, Nov. 12, Lighthouse Christian Center, located at 772 N Hwy 51 in Mayo, took the time to honor Veterans. Veterans and residents from all over enjoyed the…
Heritage Park and Gardens honors Veterans with gazebo dedication and plaque unveiling
Lee Trawick Reporter2@riverbendnews.org “To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude…
Wellborn Community Association hosts successful Second Annual Cornbread Festival
Lee Trawick Reporter2@riverbendnews.org On Saturday, Nov. 5, the Wellborn Community Association (WCA) organized its Second Annual Cornbread Festival at Andrews Square. Among those that went out of their way to help organize…
Michael Philip Wilson
Michael Philip Wilson (Mickey), 71, of Mayo, Fl., passed away on September 16, 2022, surrounded by his family after a long illness. He leaves behind his wife of 40 years, Tonya M….
Florida teen still missing
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org In mid-October, 14-year-old Demiah Appling went missing from the area of Suwannee Gardens in Old Town, Fla. Since her disappearance, the community has shown tremendous support. “We want to…
Is it time to have that conversation with God?
After giving in to temptation, how would you fill in the blanks of this sentence: “The reason I chose to (name the behavior) is because I (state your reason)”? Would your story…
Lafayette’s Downtown Christmas happening this Saturday
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Saturday, Nov. 26, the Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce will host its Second Annual Downtown Christmas. The event will start at 10 a.m. with vendors and entertainment filling…
Live Oak woman charged with false imprisonment
Grace McAlister reporter1@riverbendnews.org On Sunday, Nov. 13, at approximately 2:07 a.m., Live Oak Police Department (LOPD) Officer B. Taylor responded to a residence in reference to a female being held at gunpoint….
Suwannee Springcrest Elementary hosts toy drive
Grace McAlister reporter1@riverbendnews.org Suwannee Springcrest Elementary (SSE) heard about Pine Island Elementary School’s (PIES) struggles through a former employee, Wendy Stevens, whose daughter-law teaches there. The SSE Student Lighthouse Team decided to…
Pizza Hut to host Fifth Annual Thanksgiving Dinner
Grace McAlister reporter1@riverbendnews.org On Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 24, Pizza Hut in Live Oak will be hosting its Fifth Annual Thanksgiving Dinner. For no cost, the public can visit Pizza Hut, located…
Tillotson leads Bulldogs to the second round of the playoffs
Lee Trawick Reporter2@riverbendnews.org On Friday, Nov. 11, the Suwannee High School Bulldogs (8-2) began their playoff chase by hosting the Walton Braves (7-3). Entering the game, the Bulldogs had relied on their…
Time to remember the work of our farmers
Amy Croft Contributor Thanksgiving season is a time that many Americans gather with their families and reflect upon many blessings. One of those blessings is a nutritious and diverse food supply produced…