Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org Two White Springs residents were honored with handmade quilts during the Quilts of Valor program at the First Methodist Church in Lake City on Wednesday, Nov. 12. Michael Hankey,…
Put safety on your holiday menu
Katherine Allen Contributor Last Saturday, I made a toaster waffle for breakfast. Since I didn’t want to dirty a dish, I grabbed a paper towel to grab the pastry. Well, I must…
Jail Report
Lafayette County Nov. 18 Sergio Castro, operate motor vehicle without valid license Nov. 21 Kenneth Folsom, violation of probation James Baucom, drug equipment possession, resist officer, marijuana possession, two counts drug possession…
Mayo Town Council tables peddlers license changes
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Monday, Nov. 10, the Mayo Town Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with the council adopting the agenda for the evening, followed by the…
Lafayette School Board approves multiple items for school year
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnewsnews.org On Tuesday, Nov. 18, the Lafayette County School Board met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with the board members honoring the district’s Students of the Month….
Roberson voted chairman; Erixton to serve as vice-chair
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org The Hamilton County Board of County Commissioners met for its regular meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at the county courthouse. During the meeting, the board discussed its organization for…
Lafayette Commission discuss industrial park concerns
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Monday, Nov. 10, the Lafayette County Board of County Commissioners met for its regular meeting, which had been moved up a day earlier than usual due to Veterans…
Letter to the Editor: This American Education Week, show your support for Florida’s educators and education staff professionals
It’s American Education Week, a time to celebrate the wide range of professionals who keep our public schools running and our students thriving. From paraprofessionals helping young readers master their first words,…
Letter to the Editor: Farm-City Week
Thanksgiving season is a time that many Americans gather with their families and reflect upon many blessings. One of those blessings is a nutritious and diverse food supply produced by our farmers…
Living God’s way: Rescued and transferred
Carlton McPeak Guest Columnist As Paul continues his prayer for the Colossian Christians, he mentions two things God has done for which every Christian should give thanks. He says God has “rescued…
Cagle Grams: Thanksgiving
James H. Cagle Guest Columnist “Giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ” (Ephesians 5:20 KJV). The first Thanksgiving in America…
Live Oak woman allegedly throws chicken broth at victim
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org A Live Oak woman was arrested on Wednesday, Nov. 19, after she allegedly assaulted two roommates at a residence on County Road 132. According to the Suwannee County Sheriff’s…
Live Oak Police Department arrests juveniles for string of burglaries
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org The Live Oak Police Department (LOPD) announced on social media the arrest of multiple juveniles following a month-long investigation into a string of vehicle burglaries in the Sherwood Forest…
Hometown Holiday events return to downtown Mayo on Nov. 29
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org The Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce will be ushering in the Christmas season on Saturday, Nov. 29, with its annual Hometown Holiday Christmas Market and Parade. Festivities will begin…
GUILTY: Jason Bullock convicted of organized fraud of over $50k
Jason Futch reporter2@riverbendnews.org After four days of testimony and more than three years of investigation, a six-member Suwannee County jury needed just over two hours to reach a verdict on Friday, Nov….
Bucs claim first-ever state championship title with five-set win over Tigers
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Branford High School made history on Wednesday, Nov. 5, by securing the program’s first Rural Class State Championship title following an intense 3-2 win over the Chipley Tigers. The…