Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Thursday, Feb. 5, Suwannee High School hosted Santa Fe High School for the ultimate wrestling showdown. Families also gathered to honor the seniors who had devoted their time to making the wrestling team succeed. …
Living God’s Way: Fighting fleshly indulgences
Carlton G. McPeak Guest Columnist In Paul’s letter to the Romans (6:3-7), he gave the meaning behind being baptized. He said we are to die to a former manner of life, have…
Cagle Grams: Self-examination can bring revival
James H. Cagle Guest Columnist “Let us search and try our ways, and turn again to the Lord” (Lamentations 3:40 KJV). The prophet Jeremiah had been telling Israel that her ways were…
Scholarship Gala happening Feb. 28 for Branford Achievement Council
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org The Branford Achievement Council is set to host a Scholarship Gala on Friday, Feb. 28, beginning at 6 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Branford. The event will…
North Florida College honors President’s List scholars for academic excellence
NFC Contributor North Florida College (NFC) proudly recognizes students who earned placement on the Academic President’s List, the College’s highest scholastic honor, awarded to full-time students who achieve exceptional academic performance during…
North Florida College celebrates Dean’s List scholars
NFC Contributor North Florida College (NFC) proudly recognizes students who earned placement on the Dean’s List, honoring academic achievement and dedication during the term. These honors reflect the hard work, discipline and…
Lafayette FBLA receives $500 grant
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Lafayette High School’s Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter recently received a $500 grant from the Republican Party of Florida’s Lafayette County chapter to help offset student travel…
Three Branford seniors sign letters of intent
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Friday, Feb. 6, the Branford High School auditorium was filled in honor of three students as they signed their letters of intent to continue their athletic careers at various colleges. Victoria Swain: Victoria Swain signed…
Hamilton FFA represents at Florida State Fair
Tiffany Quintero Contributor Members of the Hamilton County High School Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapter recently competed in Meat Judging at the Florida State Fair. During the competition, knowledge, speed and…
Hamilton County School District celebrates Literacy Week
Tiffany Quintero Contributor The Hamilton County School District would like to extend its gratitude to its Hamilton County High School students and district staff who participated in Literacy Week by reading with…
Florida Prepaid Open Enrollment now available
Florida Prepaid Contributor The Florida Prepaid College Board today announced the Open Enrollment window for 2026 started Sunday, Feb. 1, allowing Florida families to lock in future postsecondary education costs at today’s…
BBQ dinner fundraiser supports Reed family
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Last month, Mayo residents Corey and Amanda Reed lost their son in a car accident. As the family mourned, the community rallied around them to offer support. Working together, the community hosted multiple fundraising meals to help cover expenses associated with laying their son to…
National FFA Week is around the corner
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org The Future Farmers of America (FFA) is an active and popular organization in the Suwannee Valley area. Many students across local high schools are members and participate in a wide range of activities. On top of all…
Remembering Suwannee: Black history in Suwannee County, Part 3
Eric Musgrove Contributor We ended our discussion last week talking about the First Seminole War, in which former slaves played an important role. This week, we continue our discussion of African American…
Local communities to receive help
Rick Patrick editor@riverbendnews.org Florida Governor Ron DeSantis recently announced that an additional $167.5 million will be awarded to several Florida communities affected by recent hurricanes. A total of 34 small, rural communities…
Third Annual Community Church Leadership Conference scheduled for Feb. 28 in Mayo
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org The Community Church Leadership Mission (CCLM) will host its Third Annual Community Church Leadership Conference on Saturday, Feb. 28, in Mayo. The theme for this year’s conference is “All…
The Hyssongs set to perform in Mayo on Feb. 22
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Bethel Creek Baptist Church invites the community to a free gospel concert featuring Southern Gospel trio The Hyssongs on Sunday, Feb. 22, beginning at 6 p.m. The concert is…