January President Donald Trump was sworn into office inside the US Capitol Building on Jan. 20. The ceremony marked the second time in history that a president was sworn to non-consecutive terms….
First Methodist Church accomplishes another successful God’s Hidden Angels program
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org As the holiday season comes to an end, so do many of the programs held throughout Christmas. One of those programs is hosted by The First Methodist Church of…
Strengthening Community Church Coalition meeting to be held this month
Ady Hammock editor@riverbendnews.org All pastors and church leaders in the community are invited to attend a Community Church Coalition Meeting hosted by Pastor Corey J. King of St. Luke Freewill Baptist Church…
Read the Bible in a year
Rick Patrick editor@riverbendnews.org Many people set a goal to read the Bible in a year. Achieving this takes a significant commitment, requiring a person to read about three to four chapters a…
Honoring the “father of American music”
Although Stephen Collins Foster was born on July 4, 1826, in Lawrence, Penn., he has monuments and state parks named after him throughout the United States. However, in the North Central Florida…
Remembering Suwannee: Reflections on a new year, Part 1
Eric Musgrove County Historian I hope everyone had a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year as we roll into 2026. In lieu of a normal historical article, I’d like to take…
Hamilton County announces first annual “Blessing of the Badges” ceremony
Ady Hammock editor@riverbendnews.org Hamilton County first responders will soon be partaking in the county’s first-ever Blessing of the Badges Ceremony, as the community comes together to pray over and bless the badges…
More than $4.5 million in funding announced for North Florida water resource projects
Suwannee River Water Management District Contributor Governor Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday, Dec. 3, the approval of more than $4.5 million in funding for a trio of projects to strengthen water resources…
Hamilton County EMS celebrates Christmas and employees
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Friday, Dec. 19, Hamilton County Emergency Services held its Christmas party. The room was filled with joy and cheer as the group celebrated the past year. During the…
Be on the lookout for Fresh From Florida’s Junior Chef University
Ady Hammock editor@riverbendnews.org In November, Fresh From Florida announced the beginning of its Junior Chef University Program. This online course for children ages 8 to 13 was designed with young aspiring chefs…
Pallets for Patriotism brings America250 home to Hamilton County
Jennifer Gisonni Contributor Florida Youth Charitable Inc., in partnership with Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 4993, Lowe’s and Ace Hardware of Jasper, is proud to announce Pallets for Patriotism, a community…
FDC announces up to $6k hiring bonus for new hire correctional officers at select locations
FDC Contributor The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) is pleased to announce a $5,000 hiring bonus offered at 15 correctional institutions across the state. The hiring bonus adds to the numerous incentives…
Live Oak Rotary Club celebrates Christmas across Suwannee
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Rotary clubs can be found worldwide, and while they aren’t as popular as they once were, the Live Oak chapter continues to be very active and dedicated to serving…
Veteran support groups planned
Rick Patrick editor@riverbendnews.org In response to requests, the Lee American Legion Post 422 will host Veterans support group meetings starting on Friday, Jan. 16. There will be two sessions that day. The…
MLK, Jr. Day of Celebration is approaching
Ady Hammock editor@riverbendnews.org The Suwannee County Martin Luther King, Jr. Committee has announced the date for this year’s MLK, Jr. Day of Celebration. On Monday, Jan. 19, festivities will begin with a…
Show-and-Tell to be held at White Springs Public Library
Ady Hammock editor@riverbendnews.org Do you have an interesting hobby, artwork or fun fact that you want to share with the community? Everyone in the community is invited to attend White Springs Library’s…
Local Author P. Lynne Hutchins wows with new historical novel
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org The United States has changed extensively throughout its history. It has produced both heroes and villains, and the 1830s remain one of the most controversial periods in American history….