Jason Futch Reporter2@RiverbendNews.org Get ready to cruise, as American Hometown Veteran Assist, Inc., will be hosting its annual Bikers on Parade Charity Ride on Saturday, Nov. 8. The event will honor Veterans…
“Death Cafe” comes to White Springs Public Library
Jason Futch Reporter2@RiverbendNews.org The White Springs Public Library hosted its first “Death Cafe” on Tuesday, Oct. 21. The Death Cafe is a nationwide movement to explore the topics of death and dying…
Gibbons given multiple life sentences following 2023 abduction
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Following two days of testimony, Desmond Leon Gibbons learned his fate inside the Hamilton County Courthouse on Wednesday, Oct. 22, as a jury found him guilty of all six…
Clyde’s Welding granted rezoning despite public criticism
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Clyde’s Welding was the subject of discussion–and controversy–as the Hamilton County Board of County Commissioners considered a future land use map during a public hearing on Tuesday, Oct. 21….
Suwannee Commissioners review audit findings
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com During its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 21, the Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting, during which the commissioners heard several concerns….
Remembering Suwannee: Francis James Ross, Part 3
Eric Musgrove Contributor We will continue looking at Francis J. Ross this week. While Arthur Sykes managed part of the Suwannee Springs property, Ross was busy with other territorial affairs. As we…
Lafayette High School hosts Fields of Faith evening
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Wednesday, Oct. 15, the Lafayette High School football field was busier than usual. The reason for the arrival of so many people was the Federation of Christian Athletes’…
The Melody Toy Drive has already begun
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Christmas season is almost here. It may seem far away, but October is coming to a close, and there are barely two months until the biggest holiday of…
First Church of God to celebrate 95th anniversary
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The congregation of First Church of God in Live Oak will celebrate the church’s 95th anniversary on Sunday, Oct. 26. Members invite the community to join them in worship…
Beulah Baptist Church to hold annual Homecoming celebration
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Beulah Baptist Church invites the community to attend its annual Homecoming celebration on Sunday, Oct. 26. Founded in 1897, Beulah Baptist Church has been a cornerstone of faith and…
Tractor & machine safety
The most common causes of fatal farm injuries in Canada are machine-related, according to Canadian Agricultures Injury Reporting (CAIR). Transportation incidents, with most related to the use of machinery such as tractors,…
The Lafayette Farm Judging Contest is just around the corner
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Lafayette County UF/IFAS Extension Office is popular throughout the county. It makes sense, as Lafayette County is very agriculturally sound. One of the office’s most popular annual events…
Area Farm Bureaus hold Annual Meetings
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Every year, local county Farm Bureau offices organize special meetings to provide updates on their finances, elect new directors, announce the local Farm Families of the Year, and enjoy…
White Springs Library to celebrate International Bat Week
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Are you “Batty About Bats?” Then you might enjoy this special educational program hosted by the White Springs Public Library! The event will take place at 2 p.m. on…
SVEC launches vetted residential contractor listing
SVEC Contributor Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative (SVEC) is now accepting submissions from residential contractors for inclusion in its upcoming vetted residential contractor listing. The cooperative is seeking qualified professionals specializing in electric,…
Veterans Day Parade applications are open
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com As November creeps up, many are getting ready for the holiday season, and Veterans Day is right in the middle of the season. Part of getting ready for the…
Pioneer Day returns to applause
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Saturday, Oct. 11, a massive crowd surged through downtown Mayo for the annual Pioneer Day festivities, hosted by the Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce. This celebration has been…