Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Recognized annually on Oct. 5, World Teacher’s Day celebrates how teachers transform education and students. It also helps support teachers through the challenges they face so they are able…
Schools celebrate dads with morning donuts
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Tuesday, Sept. 19, the Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. After general information, the board adopted a new resolution revising the language…
Suwannee County officials honored by Sons of the Revolution
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Tuesday, Sept. 19, the Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. After general information, the board adopted a new resolution revising the language…
The Daughters of the American Revolution help proclaim Constitution Week
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Sept. 17, 1787, 39 brave men formed and signed the United States Constitution. In doing so, they codified the liberties, freedoms and God-given rights of all Americans, later…
Winn Dixie pharmacy to cease
Lazaro Aleman reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Residents accustomed to getting their prescriptions filled at the local Winn Dixie pharmacy will have to go elsewhere for their medical needs in the future. Southeastern Grocers, the parent…
The glaring disparity between insurance and farmers
Lee Trawick reporter2@riverbendnenws.org The Federal Crop Insurance Program was created to insure Farmers against crop losses. But because of how the program is designed and has been managed over time, it actually…
DCF announces D-SNAP in response to Hurricane Idalia
Department of Children and Families Contributor Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Shevaun Harris announced on Tuesday, Sept. 19, that DCF will implement the Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP). D-SNAP…
American Legion Post 215 announces new officers
The Bryant-Phillips American Legion Post 215 of Jasper, Fla., recently held its officer election. Pictured in the back row, from left to right, are: Jesse Simmons, Sergeant-At-Arms; Billy Simon, Post Chaplain; James…
Bulldog volleyball teams defeat Cowgirls
Rick Patrick reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee High School volleyball teams went on the road to Madison on Monday, Sept. 18, to face the Cowgirls. The evening was dominated by the Bulldogs as they…
The Orchard shows Idalia is no match for them
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org In times of community need, many people volunteer their time and efforts to help those in need. Throughout history, churches have been at the forefront of community outreach, and…
RIVEROAK aims to spread a love for literacy with book drive
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com In honor of National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week, observed from Sunday, Sept. 17 to Saturday, Sept. 23, RIVEROAK Technical College has been collecting children’s books throughout the…
43rd Annual Pioneer Day slated for Oct. 14
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the 43rd Annual Pioneer Day is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 14. Held annually at Veterans Memorial Park in Mayo,…
Hamilton County Fair Events Day to be held in October
Adyson Hammock reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Thursday, Oct. 5, at the Hamilton County Arena in Jasper, the Hamilton County Fair Events Day will be held. The day will include a swine show, horse show,…
Farm Family of the Year announced during commissioner meeting
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Greg Hicks, UF/IFAS Hamilton County Extension Director, announced the 2023 Outstanding Farm Family of the Year during the Tuesday, Sept. 19, Hamilton County Board of County Commissioners meeting. Zachary…
Town Talk: Mayo Woman’s Club to host political forum
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org The Mayo Woman’s Club is going to host a political forum on Tuesday, Oct. 10, in the Fourth District Community Center. Lafayette County Commissioner Anthony Adams, Clerk of Court…
Closure looms for Foley Cellulose Mill, 525 jobs at stake
Leah Androski reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Georgia-Pacific (GP) Foley Cellulose Mill in Perry, Fla., plans to permanently close the facility. GP does not believe the mill can competitively serve its customers long-term despite the…
Live Oak Fire Department extinguishes trailer fire
Lee Trawick reporter2@riverbendnews.org On Friday, Sept. 23, the Live Oak Fire Department (LOFD) responded to a call at the intersection of Georgia Avenue and Clay Street, involving a tractor-trailer fire. Engine 7…