Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Saturday, Oct. 21, Branford High School’s (BHS) Class of ’73 came together to celebrate their 50th reunion, a joyous occasion that brought back memories, camaraderie and cherished connections….
Future pilots soar with knowledge at EAAC Chapter 797’s Seventh-annual Aviation Education Day
Lee Trawick reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAAC) Chapter 797 organized the Seventh-annual Aviation Education Day at Suwannee County Airport on Friday, Oct. 6. The EAAC is comprised of nearly 125 members…
Stuttering Foundation donates resources to Lafayette County Public Library
The Stuttering Foundation Contributor Thanks to generous donors, the Stuttering Foundation has donated books and DVDs to public libraries across the country, including the Lafayette County Public Library. Stuttering Foundation books are…
Sugar Cane Festival in White Springs to fill Bridge Street on Nov. 11
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Mark your calendars, the Sugar Cane Festival is just a few days away! This annual event, organized by Suwannee Hardware and Feed, takes place in historical White Springs on…
Celebrating a quarter century of artistry: Live Oak Artist’s Guild’s 25th annual Autumn ArtFest
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Saturday, Oct. 21, the Live Oak Artist’s Guild commenced its 25th annual Autumn ArtFest with a memorable reception, shining a spotlight on remarkable artistic talent. The event was…
Jasper City Council offers city manager job to new candidate
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Thursday, Oct. 19, the Jasper City Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The room was packed, as the meeting would consist of interviews for the city manager…
Suwannee County School Board highlights outstanding achievements of 24 individuals
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Nineteen students, three district staff members, one alumni and one resident were recognized for their outstanding achievements during the Suwannee County School Board meeting, held on Tuesday, Oct. 24,…
Savor the flavor at the Third-annual Wellborn Cornbread Festival
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Get ready for a day filled with delicious cornbread, mouthwatering chili and thrilling cornhole tournaments at the upcoming Third-annual Wellborn Cornbread Festival, hosted by the Wellborn Community Association. This…
Soar to new heights at Wings Over Suwannee
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Aviation enthusiasts, whether young or young at heart, it’s time to get ready for an exhilarating experience at the annual Wings Over Suwannee fly-in, scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 4,…
Alabama fugitive caught by LCSO
Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office Contributor The US Marshals Florida Caribbean Regional Fugitive Task Force received information on Monday, Oct. 30, from the US Marshals Gulf Coast Regional Fugitive Task Force in Birmingham,…
HCSO announces driver’s license and vehicle inspection checkpoints
Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Contributor The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) will be conducting driver’s license and vehicle inspection checkpoints during the weeks of Monday, Nov. 6 until Sunday, Dec. 31, in…
Family displaced following house fire
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Last week, on Wednesday, Oct. 18, a fire claimed the home of a young Jasper family. Luke Hartman, his wife and one year old son lost everything they own…
Unleashing the Truth Part 1: Allegations of animal neglect spark outrage in Jasper community
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Recent social media posts regarding the status of animals in Hamilton County Animal Control, located in Jasper, have led to a controversy. The posts, which include a photo of…
One dead, two injured in Jasper shooting
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Jasper Police Department is currently investigating a shooting that occurred on Friday night, Oct. 27, which left two individuals injured and one fatally wounded. One of the two…
Hamilton Animal Control scandal ends with hope for animals
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Hamilton County Animal Control, based in Jasper, has come under fire online following the circulation of rumors about the status of many of the animals, including an alleged photo…
Buccaneers District Champions
Lee Trawick reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com As the Union County Tigers entered the Buccaneer’s gymnasium, they needed no introduction. The Buccaneers still have fresh on their minds this very game a season ago when the…
Hill and Williamson shine in victory over Trenton Tigers
Lee Trawick reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The rivalry between Lafayette High School and Trenton High School is deeply ingrained, spanning across various extracurriculars, including Future Farmers of America, football and softball. The two schools are…