Mickey Starling editor@riverbendnews.org Comedian Tim Allen, known for his roles in “Home Improvement” and the” Santa Clause” movies, hasn’t always had a lot to laugh about. At 11 years old, Allen lost…
A voice of the future: NFC Student Lillian Clay wins state debate championship
NFC Contributor When Lillian Clay stepped into her first debate competition this year, she had no idea she would leave as the state champion. Clay, a North Florida College (NFC) student and…
HCHS Performing Arts to perform “Anastasia”
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Hamilton County High School (HCHS) Performing Arts is a quickly growing program spearheaded by Amber Jones. With spring approaching comes the annual spring musical. This year, HCHS Performing Arts…
Simple ways to help prevent child abuse
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org April marks Child Abuse Prevention Month, and experts say protecting children starts with everyday actions taken by members of the community. According to the Centers for Disease Control and…
Join the movement with Prevent Child Abuse America
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Throughout April, community organizations across the nation will plant blue pinwheels and participate in special events to help raise awareness for Child Abuse Prevention Month. The following are some…
Child Abuse Prevention Month: Protecting our children
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org April is recognized nationally as Child Abuse Prevention Month. Each year, the month is set aside as a time to raise awareness about child abuse and neglect while also…
Remembering Suwannee: Some interesting facts about Suwannee County, Part 1
Eric Musgrove County Historian There is a wealth of history about Suwannee County that has been uncovered and documented over the years. I myself give regular public presentations on our history, and…
Joshua Norton: America’s first and only emperor
Mickey Starling editor@riverbendnews.org The history of America is full of details of how the nation avoided falling prey to dictators, despots and kings. But, nothing was said of emperors. Seizing upon this…
Local youth go hog wild at the Suwannee Valley Youth Livestock Show and Sale
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Students from all corners of the tri-county area converged on the Bob Holmes Arena in Live Oak for the 2026 Suwannee Valley Youth Livestock Show and Sale. This five-day…
Voters League to host “meet the candidates” forum April 13 in Live Oak
Suwannee County Voters League Contributor The Suwannee County Voters League will host a “Meet the Candidates” forum on Monday, April 13, at 6:30 p.m. in the council chambers of Live Oak City…
Hometown Salute: Ryan Diamond
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Ryan Diamond was born in Littleton, Colo., in 1996. He later made his way to Florida, where he has lived on and off for the past 20 years. He currently lives in Lake City and serves…
Hornets celebrate Senior Night with victory over Trojans
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Monday, March 30, the Lafayette High School Hornets hosted the Hamilton County High School Trojans for a baseball showdown. The evening also served as Senior Night, with Tywan Williamson, Brayden…
Trojans honor seniors with dominant baseball victory
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Tuesday, March 31, the Hamilton County High School Trojans hosted the Jefferson County Tigers for a baseball showdown. The evening also served as Senior Night, as the Trojans honored seniors Dyllan Grant, Cadan Hall and…
Branford Senior Night ends with baseball victory
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Friday, March 27, the Branford High School Buccaneers hosted the Hamilton County High School Trojans in a baseball matchup. The evening also served as Senior Night, with Buccaneers Layton Clyatt, E’nalee Perry and Jackson Skinner being honored before the game. The game…
White Springs hosts successful spring fling event
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org White Springs saw its streets filled with people, vendors and cars on Saturday, March 28, as the community gathered for the annual Spring Fling Festival. Families strolled through the event while the smell…
Branford family seeking help with heart transplant
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org The Clayton family is in need of help after receiving devastating news. It all started in August 2024 when Ernie Clayton, the patriarch of the family, was taken to the emergency room with suspected pneumonia. However, it…
Lorrie MacCalla in need of help after go-karting accident
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Lorrie MacCalla is well-known in Jasper, specifically within the go-karting community. “She is more than just a friend,” her GoFundMe reads. “She is part of a racing family. Lorrie has…