Michael David Thomas, 64, of Branford, Fla., went home peacefully to be with the Lord Wednesday, June 2, 2021. Thomas was a very devoted and loving husband, brother, uncle, father and grandfather….
Around the Banks: Some things might soon become a thing of the past
Some things might soon become a thing of the past, like the writer of this column. Well, at some time, we all will. As my aunt often said, “Baby, we are all…
Emerald’s Gem Box: The Pledge of Allegiance
I write this column in honor and recognition of the upcoming Flag Day holiday. Flag Day is celebrated each year on June 14 in recognition of the stars and stripes. It commemorates…
Branford Town Council Post 4 election takes place Tuesday
By Danny Federico Riverbend News Residents of Branford, get ready to uncap your pens; the election for Branford’s Town Council Post 4 position will be taking place on Tuesday, June 8. Running…
Hamilton Sheriff’s Office investigates fatal shooting
By Danny Federico Riverbend News The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) is actively investigating a fatal shooting which took place on Thursday, May 27, at approximately 7:30 a.m. at a residence in…
Wellborn to host 27th Annual Blueberry Festival
By Danny Federico Riverbend News The 27th Annual Wellborn Blueberry Festival will be held on Saturday, June 5, from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Andrew’s Square, located in downtown Wellborn at…
Police Unity Tour cycles through Live Oak
By Leah Hodges Riverbend News The Police Unity Tour began in Tallahassee on Monday, May 10, and concluded on Thursday, May 13, at the American Police Hall of Fame, in Titusville, Fla. The…
The Pulpit A Summary of Sound Doctrine
Going through the New Testament, you will spend a lot of time on the letters from the Apostle Paul. While he hit on a variety of important subjects which deserve a great…
Trojans coach encouraged by skilled positions in Red vs. White scrimmage
By Concepcion Ledezma Riverbend News Hamilton County High School (HCHS) football coach Kirk Mitchell was thrilled to see the knack for the big plays by the returning players and newcomers alike. In the…
Emerald’s Gem Box: Respect for parents and adults – and the lack of it
It totally amazes me the lack of manners being taught to our youth. Manners that I so affectionately call “home-raising.” I have always teased by saying that I learned how to say…
Around the Banks: Memories
She was often the person who lifted others with her laughter and a “you are looking great, honey.” No matter where you saw her, she had a smile. Her life was not…
Linda O’Hara Lewis
Linda “Jualene” O’Hara Lewis, 78, of Gainesville, passed away Wednesday, May 26, 2021, after a brief illness. Lewis was born in Valdosta, Ga., on Aug. 16, 1942, to the late Marvin…
Franklin Fouraker
Franklin Fouraker of White Springs, Fla., passed away on Wednesday, May 26, 2021, at 93 years of age. He was the second son of Jesse Franklin and Sarah Touchton Fouraker. He was…
Douglas McArthur Parr
Douglas McArthur “Mack” Parr, age 79, a former resident of Jasper, Fla., passed away on Tuesday, May 25, 2021, at Clinch Memorial Hospital in Homerville, Ga., following a brief illness. Parr was…
Anne Tuten Deas
Anne Tuten Deas, age 64, of Jennings, Fla., passed away on Monday, May 24, 2021, at South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta, Ga., following a lengthy illness. Deas was born on March…
Frances Bixler Rademacher
Frances Bixler Rademacher, 94, who brought joy to all who knew her, entered into eternal life on Monday, May 24, 2021, in Dowling Park, Fla. She lived a life filled with spirit,…
Disaster preparedness tax holiday set for May 28 through June 6
By Lazaro Aleman Riverbend News With the official start of the Atlantic hurricane season set to begin June 1, what better time to stockpile supplies in preparation for the possible eventuality of…