Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Mayo Masonic Lodge has been in existence in Mayo since 1891. While the Masons are still a mysterious group to this day, one thing is for certain, they…
Longwings Academy opens in McAlpin
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The one-room schoolhouse is making a return in McAlpin with the opening of Longwings Academy. Having officially opened on Monday, Sept. 9, the nonprofit private school is set to…
Childhood reflections with a touch of grace
Mickey Starling reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com In my previous column, there were a few references to the beloved merry-go-round, an apparatus known for creating plenty of nausea in the bellies of children everywhere. Since I…
Church to bless community with clothing
Cheltsie Holbrook reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com In today’s times, prices are rising on everyday essentials which is causing struggles for families everywhere. However, the Live Oak Church of God is easing the burden when it…
Live Oak Church of God looking for vendors
Rachal Deming reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Saturday, Oct. 19, the Live Oak Church of God will host an Arts and Crafts Fair from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. However, it is in search of…
Hornets host homecoming celebration
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, Sept. 20, Lafayette High School (LHS) hosted its Homecoming football game. This classic American tradition allows students to engage in the Homecoming court. The event allows everyone…
Bulldogs raise hundreds for cancer patient
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, Sept. 24, the Suwannee High School Bulldogs hosted the Hamilton County High School Trojans for a volleyball match. The Bulldogs took the victory in three straight sets….
Hornets take first loss of volleyball season
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, Sept. 24, the Lafayette High School Hornets hosted the Columbia County Tigers in a volleyball showdown. The Hornets entered the game without a single loss on their…
Buccaneers send Tigers away with 3-2 win
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Monday, Sept. 23, the Branford High School Buccaneers made their way just a little to the north to face off against the Columbia County Tigers in a volleyball…
Suwannee County Friends of the Library to hold annual Book Sale
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee County Friends of the Library will be hosting its annual Book Sale from Thursday, Oct. 10, through Saturday, Oct. 19, at the Suwannee River Regional Library, located…
Local raffle to support a student in need
Rachal Deming reporter3.riverbendnews @gmail.com Growing up, senior year is always something every student plans for. It’s a very exciting time in one’s life. Unfortunately for Branford High School student Julian Young, his…
Donations needed for domestic violence survivors
Rachal Deming reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com October is National Domestic Violence Awareness month, and to help those in need, Vivid Visions Inc. will be collecting items for victims of domestic abuse throughout the entire month…
NFLT encourages landowners in the O2O and C2C to apply for financial assistance programs
North Florida Land Trust Contributor North Florida Land Trust (NFLT), in partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture – Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA-NRCS), is urging landowners within the Ocala to Osceola…
Suwannee County 4-H selling chicken and rice lunches
Adyson Hammock reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com In order to raise funds for the Suwannee County 4-H program, a chicken and rice lunch fundraiser will be held on Thursday, Oct. 10. Meal tickets can be purchased…
Spread holiday cheer at the annual Festival of Lights
Adyson Hammock reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park’s annual Festival of Lights will be held from Friday, Dec. 6 to Monday, Dec. 23, and they are looking for volunteers….
Help celebrate the African American Development Council’s 29th anniversary
Rachal Deming reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Join the African American Development Council, Inc., as it celebrates its 29th Anniversary. The African American Development Council works towards the professional, spiritual, education, civil, political and economic development…
STAY INFORMED: Sign up for emergency updates
Haley Heseltine reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com When preparing to face a crisis, every second counts. That is why it is so important that timely and effective emergency alerts reach everyone before the crisis does. Emergency…