Christian Peterson Reporter@riverbendnews.org Florida Memorial University is a staple of Florida and, more specifically Suwannee County. Florida Memorial University is a private, coeducational Baptist affiliated academy, one of the oldest academic centers…
Lafayette dancers perform at Outback Bowl
Lee Trawick Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Patrice’s School of Dance is well-known throughout Suwannee and Lafayette Counties, as their choreographies have led them to perform at many different locations. This includes multiple performances at the…
Live Oak man charged with six counts of sexual battery
Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office Contributor Investigators and patrol deputies with the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) were able to conclude an ongoing investigation on Thursday, Feb. 10, with the arrest of Frank…
Mayor Davis presents Good Samaritan Award to hero
Christian Peterson Reporter@riverbendnews.org On Wednesday, Jan. 26, an amazing act of heroism took place in Live Oak. That night, Fort Walton Beach Mayor Dick Rynearson and his wife, Janey Rynearson, were traveling…
4-H over the years
Devyn LeBlanc Reporter3@riverbendnews.org Since 4-H began more than 100 years ago, it has become the nation’s largest youth development organization. The 4-H idea is simple: help young people and their families gain…
Lafayette FFA comes out on top
Chad Lyons Contributor Lafayette FFA competes in Sub-District Competition The Lafayette Future Farmers of America (FFA) Chapter competed in the Florida FFA District 3, Sub-District 3 contest on Dec. 14, 2021, at…
Lady Bulldogs primed to repeat as State Champions
Lee Trawick Reporter2@riverbendnews.org It was only fitting that on Friday, Jan. 28, the Florida High School Athletic Association girls’ weightlifting Class 1A Region 1 finals were held at Suwannee High School, the…
Addison Webb claims Spelling Bee title
Lee Trawick Reporter2@riverbendnews.org On Thursday, Jan. 20, the Suwannee County School Board Office was the battle stage for the Suwanee County School district spelling bee. School winners from all schools throughout Suwannee…
Spreading the Gospel through music
Dan Schall Ministries Contributor Join Dan Schall Ministries at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 13, at Mt. Gilead Baptist Church for a morning of concert-style worship. Dan Schall is from Zelienople, Penn….
Pearls of wisdom for your child’s pearly whites
Grace McAlister Reporter1@riverbendnews.org February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, which is a month-long observance to bring together professionals, healthcare providers and educators to promote the benefits of good oral health to…
Play ball! Registration for Branford and Lafayette Babe Ruth Leagues now open
Grace McAlister Reporter1@riverbendnews.org It’s that time of year again! Boys and girls ages four to 12 will soon be able to participate in Branford and Lafayette’s Babe Ruth Leagues for the spring…
Donald Haldus Dilworth
Donald (Don) Haldus Dilworth, age 86, passed away peacefully at Haven Hospice in Lake City, Fla., on Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2022. He was predeceased by his wife, Nancy Dilworth (2019); parents, Haldus…
Willie Lee Douglas
Willie Lee Douglas, 87, of Jacksonville, Fla., died on Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2022, after a long illness. Douglas was born in Jasper and was the oldest child and first twin of Norman…
James David Cannon and DonnaJean Hurst Cannon
James “Jimmy” David Cannon, age 78, a lifelong resident of Live Oak, was called home into the arms of Jesus on Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2022, at Shands UF Gainesville after a brief…
Emerald’s Gem Box: Love
Valentine’s Day is just a few days away! The smell of love, flowers and candy fill the air. Whether it’s love for your spouse, your children, parents or a best friend, everyone…
City of Live Oak loses beloved building inspector
Danny Federico Reporter3@riverbendnews.org On Saturday, Feb. 5, the City of Live Oak bid farewell to a beloved employee, Roy Waldo Rogers, who passed away at his home in Jasper. Rogers, age 72,…
Caldwell on leave pending investigation
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Gary Caldwell, an assistant principal at Suwannee High School, is on paid leave pending an investigation into circulating rumors of him being involved in a violent physical altercation with…