Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) Deputy Justin Dalton is recovering after being shot by a suspect wanted for the fatal shootings of store clerk Laura Darley and beverage…
Homicide suspect fatally shot following man-hunt in Live Oak
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, Feb. 7, multiple agencies across North Florida united in a manhunt for a suspect who allegedly killed two individuals at a Gadsden County gas station the…
Bill to move forward in dissolution of White Springs government
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Hamilton County residents packed the courthouse on Monday, Feb. 10, to voice their opinions on a proposed bill to dissolve the White Springs Town government. The bill, introduced by…
Hamilton County Delegation Meeting
Hamilton County Delegation Meeting featuring State Senator Corey Simon and Rep. Jason Shoaf on February 10, 2025, Hamilton County Courthouse, Jasper. https://fb.watch/xF-BR0TqiW/
Homicide suspect fatally shot following man-hunt in Live Oak
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com A suspect involved in a shooting in Gadsden County that resulted in the deaths of two individuals was shot and killed following an early morning standoff in Live Oak….
Suwannee County – COMMUNITY ALERT – SHELTER IN PLACE
*COMMUNITY ALERT* SHELTER IN PLACE!!! There is a heavy law enforcement presence in Suwannee County following an officer-involved shooting that resulted in a deputy being shot. According to the SCSO social media…
A Legacy of Leadership: J.M. “Buddy” Phillips, Part 1
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com John Marvin “Buddy” Phillips, Jr., gave his life to the citizens of Florida as a public servant, leader, and most notably, one of Florida’s prominent law enforcement officers. To…
Remembering Suwannee: Summer in the winter time
Eric Musgrove Contributor In my research, it is interesting to find period articles dealing with Suwannee County and the surrounding area. Today, we have television, the internet, and a host of other…
Lafayette Basketball celebrates seniors after victory
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Thursday, Jan. 30, the Lafayette High School Hornets took on the Hamilton County Trojans in a basketball showdown. The first game of the evening was the girls’…
Tripp Kirkland beats school basketball record
Photo courtesy of Westwood Christian School Tripp Kirkland recently beat Westwood Christian School’s basketball record. On Friday, Jan. 24, he scored 44 points, beating the previous record of 38 points, which was…
Addison Morgan selected as 2025 SVEC Youth Tour Representative for HCHS
Tiffany Quintero Contributor Hamilton County High School (HCHS) is proud to announce Addison Morgan has been selected as a 2025 Suwannee Valley Electric Coop (SVEC) Youth Tour Representative. Every February, SVEC…
HCHS students welcome Dan Hartley, Field Representative for Congresswoman Kat Cammack
Tiffany Quintero Contributor Coach Patrick Murphy’s seventh-grade Civics students at Hamilton County High School had the honor of welcoming Dan Hartley, Field Representative for Congresswoman Kat Cammack, to their classroom. This…
Local students named to SNHU Fall 2025 Dean’s and President’s Lists
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Two area natives were recently named to Southern New Hampshire University’s (SNHU) Fall 2025 Dean’s and President’s Lists. Richard Putnel, from Live Oak, was named to the Dean’s…
Sound of Suwannee to put on a showcase
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Sound of Suwannee is doing everything it can to spread its love of the arts through the community. However, sometimes the tough work of these students goes…
All Our Kidz hosting Literacy Night
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Hamilton County non-profit organization All Our Kidz will be hosting a Literacy Night at McDonald’s, located at 2964 CR 136, in White Springs on Wednesday, Feb. 19….
Melody Christian Academy welcomes first grade teacher
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Thursday, Jan. 23, Melody Christian Academy (MCA) welcomed Sophia Baldwin among its ranks. Baldwin comes to MCA with experience in elementary education, having substituted through multiple grades,…
Branford High School Beta Club shines at 83rd Annual State Conference
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Branford High School (BHS) Beta Club recently traveled to Orlando to participate in the 83rd Annual State Convention. On Saturday, Jan. 18, and Sunday, Jan. 19, 30…