Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Jordyn King, a native of Wellborn who is majoring in Psychology, has been named to the Dean’s List for the University of Maryland Global Campus’ (UMGC) Fall Term 2024….
Live Oak native named to University of Alabama Fall 2024 President’s List
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Live Oak native Benjamin Roberts, a Management Information Systems major, has been named to the University of Alabama (UA) President’s List for the 2024 Fall semester. According to the…
Hamilton County High School sees continued growth in graduation rate
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Hamilton County High School (HCHS) continues to celebrate a continued growth in its graduation rates, with a 9 percent increase over the last three years. The increase marks one…
A stitch into the past: Queenie Udell
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Queenie Udell’s history in White Springs has contributed not only to the Black community but also to the quilting community. Her contributions to quilting were even honored through a…
Aviation license plate available for presale
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), the Aerospace Center for Excellence (ACE) and the Florida Aircraft Owners and Pilot Association (FAOPA) recently began pre-sales of…
Whooping cough cases rise
Leah Androski reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com In 2024, there were 617 reported cases of whooping cough in Florida. The peak in whooping cough cases is caused by the decrease in individuals receiving the whooping cough…
Suwannee 4-H hosting dinner fundraiser
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com February seems to be a paradox of a month; while it is the shortest month of the year, it always seems to have the most going on, and even…
Support seniors at the Mayo Womanless Fashion Show
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Mayo Eastern Star Chapter 196 and Mayo Masonic Lodge No. 119 are joining forces for a unique experience: a Womanless Fashion Show. The event will take place on…
United Way of Suwannee Valley prepares to putt
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The United Way of Suwannee Valley (UWSV) is getting ready for its Third Annual Golf Tournament. According to its website, the UWSV “is committed to advancing the common good…
Keeping Suwannee County Beautiful: nonprofit seeking volunteers for clean-up project
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Keeping the roads clean throughout Suwannee County can be a challenging task. Hundreds of miles of roads lead to rivers and streams, while others lead residents and visitors alike…
The annual FWC art contest is open
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), working with Wildlife Forever, hosts an art contest every year. “The annual program invites youth from around the world to connect…
FSYR 67th Annual Open House and Horse Show
Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranch Contributor The 67th Annual Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranch (FSYR) Open House and Horse Show is gearing up to be an exciting weekend for families, donors and riding clubs…
Jo Kennon Public Library hosting photo contest
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Jo Kennon Public Library in Dowling Park is hosting a photo contest, and the theme is “nature.” The contest is an exciting opportunity to get in touch with…
Another “lap” down, bicyclist still going
Rick Patrick reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com It almost defies explanation when Paul Webb says he feels better than he has in years. The 72-year old self-proclaimed “full-time voluntary charity cyclist” is four years into a…
HCSO makes significant drug arrests in Jennings
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) recently announced on social media that a search warrant was executed at a residence in the Jennings area on Friday, Feb. 7. This…
School administrator arrested
Rick Patrick reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com According to information from the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), Clayton Matthew Tomlinson, 33, of Live Oak, Fla., arrested and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol or…
Despite dissolution threats, White Springs Town Council continues business
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com More than 24 hours after receiving word from Senator Corey Simon and Representative Jason Shoaf that discussions on revoking the town charter would begin, the White Springs Town Council…