Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, March 18, the Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with the board approving the minutes from the previous…
Living God’s way: Gifts procure unity and maturity
Jesus wanted there to be unity among His followers. He wanted them to grow into mature Christians. Paul said Jesus provided five gifts to “equip the saints” and to “build up the…
Cagle Grams: The power of concentration
“…gird up the loins of your mind” (1 Peter 1:13 KJV). The power of concentration is the God-given ability to focus on Christ, Who has the power of His Spirit to mold…
Around the Banks
It’s a beautiful time of year when there seems to be a thousand shades of green all bursting forth at once after a winter’s nap. I love springtime along the Suwannee River….
Jay Crouch continues to rebuild following January house fire
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com A local Suwannee County resident continues to rebuild two months after a devastating fire destroyed his home and surrounding property. Jay Crouch, who is 70-years-old, lost his home, vehicles…
Welcome to Riverbend: Jason Futch
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Jason Futch was born in Gainesville in 1991 to two loving parents. He spent most of his early life in Live Oak, attending Suwannee High School. However, eventually, Futch…
Hamilton collision results in fatality
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com A 26-year-old man from College Park, Ga., was killed late Monday night, March 17, after being struck by two vehicles on Interstate 75 in Hamilton County. According to a…
Norris begins tenure with North Florida Professional Services
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Jimmy Norris spent the last six years representing Suwannee County as the economic development coordinator. Now, he’s entered a new role with a familiar feel: the Economic Development Director…
Spring Fling Car Show coming to White Springs this weekend
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Spring Fling Car Show is coming to Suwannee Hardware & Feed in White Springs on Saturday, March 29. The event will not only include featured vehicles, but also…
Atwood selected HCHS 2025 Boys State Delegate
Hamilton County School District Contributor Hamilton County High School (HCHS) is proud to announce Brandon Atwood has been selected as the school’s 2025 Boys State Delegate. The Florida American Legion Boys State…
Michelle Drummond receives the Connect, Grow, Shine Award
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com During the Florida Extension Business Professionals Conference in February, Suwannee County Extension Office Staff Assistant Michelle Drummond received the prestigious Connect, Grow, Shine Award from the University of Florida’s…
SCSO seeks the public’s help in locating fugitive
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) recently highlighted a wanted fugitive on its social media pages and is seeking the public’s help in locating him. David Ray Dennis, a…
Case Closed: McCrimon Mystery Sees End After 31 Years
Suwannee Valley Unsolved Contributor After 31 years, the case surrounding the mysterious death of Live Oak businessman Daniel “Danny” Burton McCrimon has concluded. McCrimon, who was 54-year-old at the time, had disappeared…
A “berry” good investment: Elderberry farm flourishes in Florida
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The North Florida area is an undeniably agricultural hub. No matter where you go, it wouldn’t take you more than five minutes to find a farm. However, every farm…
Rebecca Charles: An entrepreneur from the past
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Charles Springs is a popular spring in Suwannee County. Residents are attracted to its warm water, long walk to the river, fun tunnels to dive in, and its amenities….
Remembering Suwannee: Bottling Works ad
Eric Musgrove Contributor There was a time in Suwannee County’s history when Live Oak had several local bottling works producing a variety of soft drinks, as did many cities across the country….
Vintage vibes shine in 2025 Miss BHS Pageant
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Families, friends and Branford High School (BHS) supporters gathered in the school’s auditorium on Saturday, Feb. 22, for the annual Little, Junior and Miss BHS Pageant, which had the…