Christian PetersonReporter@riverbendnews.org After some instability in the position, Suwannee High School (SHS) has found itself a new, official band director, Clayton McPeak. McPeak was born in 1988 in the State of Tennessee….
New Teacher Spotlight: Brittany Thomas
Christian PetersonReporter@riverbendnews.org As the new school year begins, there are new teachers to hear about, including Brittany Thomas. Thomas was raised in Live Oak and attended Suwannee schools, graduating from Suwannee High…
Have you seen Snowball?
Grace McAlisterReporter1@riverbendnews.org The Flanigin family is from Orlando, Fla., however, they found themselves in Live Oak while they were traveling back from Niceville after saying goodbye to Debra Flanigin’s aunt, who is…
See ya later alligators
Grace McAlisterReporter1@riverbendnews.org Alligator hunting season officially opens on Monday, Aug. 15. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved a rule change in May of this year extending the hours when…
Get ready to vote
Grace McAlisterReporter1@riverbendnews.org Early voting for the primary election has begun, with voters soon getting a chance to choose their political party bearers for three state races and outright picking a winner in…
Town Talk: Why are schools still doing FSA?
Christian PetersonReporter@riverbendnews.org Rumors have been circulating that schools in the tri-county area are continuing to administer Florida Statewide Assessment (FSA) testing, even though it has been replaced by the Florida Assessment of…
Justin Hernandez and Seth Humphries sign with Thomas University
Lee TrawickReporter2@riverbendnews.org Many high school athletes are still looking for homes at the next level with the upcoming school year. However, that search is now over for two Branford Buccaneer greats, Justin…
Jeannette “Jan” Estep
Jeannette “Jan” Estep 82, of Live Oak, Florida passed away on June 30, 2022. Jan was born on March 14, 1940, in Watertown, South Dakota to the late Eva (Davis) and Oliver…
Withlacoochee River meets standards
Rick Patrickreporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, July 29, the Florida Department of Health issued a statement that the precautionary health advisory for the Withlacoochee River had been lifted. This decision was based on results…
Windstream set to bring broadband to Hamilton County
Lee TrawickReporter2@riverbendnews.org Hamilton County is set in rural north Florida, where the internet is outdated compared to today’s technology. For years, unfortunately, the cost outweighed the production of bringing in better service….
High-speed internet, coming to a home near you
Christian PetersonReporter@riverbendnews.org On Tuesday, July 26, the Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative (SVEC) invited members, elected officials and business partners to a special announcement. Suwannee County Commissioners, Hamilton County Commissioners, Live Oak City…
Live Oak Community Drum Circle to hold first gathering at Millenium Park
Grace McAlisterReporter1@riverbendnews.org Enjoy a family-friendly, multicultural music experience with the first ever Live Oak Community Drum Circle. The group will gather at Millenium Park with various instruments, including drums, shakers, flutes, bells,…
Have sweet, tasty fun at Kizzy’s Ice Cream Social
Grace McAlisterReporter1@riverbendnews.org Kizzy L. Burch is a native of White Springs. She is married to Daren Burch and has two adult children, Terrill and Ayanna. Burch works for the Hamilton School District…
Sports registration is open for Hamilton County Parks and Rec
Grace McAlisterReporter1@riverbendnews.org Hamilton County Parks and Recreation has opened its baseball and softball registration. The deadline for registration is Friday, Feb. 17, 2023. For children three to four-years-old, registration is $35; for…
Suwannee River Elite 12u competes in World Series
Lee TrawickReporter2@riverbendnews.org The Suwannee River Elite (SRE) 12u travel softball team consists of girls from Branford, Lafayette and surrounding areas. This team has played together for several years now. They began the…
Local BETA Clubs thrive in national competition
Grace McAlisterReporter1@riverbendnews.org The National BETA Club is an organization for fourth through 12th grade students with the purpose of promoting ideas of academic achievement, character, leadership and service among elementary and high…
Community Presbyterian Church’s summer camp was a blast!
Christian PetersonReporter@riverbendnews.org On Monday, July 18, Community Presbyterian Church (CPC) set off on another adventure for the summer. They began the seven hour trek from the church to Ridgehaven a camp in…