Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, Oct. 10, a two-vehicle accident resulted in the death of a 78-year-old Dowling Park woman. According to a report filed by the Florida Highway Patrol, at approximately…
Second Redeemed Youth Rally deemed a success
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com A crowd made its way to Suwannee Station Baptist Church on Saturday, Oct. 4, for the Second Annual Redeemed! Youth Rally. The event was a big success for the…
SHS wins $5k from T-Mobile
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Suwannee High School (SHS) recently won an extra bit of money that is going to be put back into school athletics. Earlier in 2025, SHS submitted its application to…
Two charged with manslaughter following death of toddler
Jason Futch Reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com UPDATED: 11:40 a.m., more information included Two Suwannee County residents were charged with negligent manslaughter following the death of a 2 year old child. Christian Nicole Parnell, 33, and…
More than 163,000 apply for 172 bear hunting permits
Lazaro Aleman reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) reports that as of the deadline date of Tuesday, Sept. 23, it had received 163,459 applications for the 172 available permits…
Florida announces Hunting, Fishing and Camping Sales Tax Holiday
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Residents across Florida will have the chance to save on outdoor supplies this fall through the state’s Hunting, Fishing and Camping Sales Tax Holiday, which began on Monday, Sept….
New bill seeks again to make the flamingo the official state bird
The Florida Legislature isn’t scheduled to meet again until January 2026, but already a familiar bill has been introduced for the session. House Bill 11, which State Representatives Chip LaMarca of Lighthouse…
Remembering Suwannee: Francis James Ross, Part 1
Florida’s history is full of interesting people. Since I discussed a hotel at Suwannee Springs last week, I thought it would be appropriate to discuss someone interesting who was associated with that…
New women’s Bible study to launch in Branford
A new women’s Bible study group, called “Craving Community,” is launching in Branford this fall, offering local women an opportunity to connect, reflect and grow in faith together. The group will kick…
Community invited to participate in “Praise in the Park”
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Churches and believers from across the region are invited to come together in fellowship during the upcoming “Praise in the Park” event, which will be held on Saturday, Oct….
Friends of Music concerts resume with The Lawson Trio
Bill and Linda Poplin Contributor In 1996, Bill Poplin started a concert series in Lake City at First Presbyterian Church, where he served as Director of Music Ministries. He contacted Raymond Weiss…
“Celebrate Recovery” with Apostolic Lighthouse Church
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Human beings are incredibly resilient, but not invincible. One of the aspects of the human condition is that, sometimes, help is needed. Thankfully, humans are also intelligent and self-…
“Wear Purple Day” to shine light on domestic violence awareness
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com October is recognized nationwide as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Vivid Visions, Inc., the Suwannee County domestic violence shelter, is inviting the community to take part in raising awareness….
Poker Run to benefit domestic violence shelter
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Wheels of Man Suwannee Motorcycle Club is set to host a Poker Run on Saturday, Oct. 11, with proceeds benefiting Vivid Visions, Inc., the local domestic violence crisis…
“Charge into Safety” this year for Fire Prevention Week
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The week of Oct. 8 is celebrated nationally as Fire Prevention Week. It’s a time for families to come together and discuss how to prevent fires at home, as…
Branford Volunteer Fire Department raises over $1,000 with spaghetti fundraiser
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Branford Volunteer Fire Department (BVFD) served up more than just plates of pasta during its spaghetti dinner fundraiser on Friday, Sept. 19. Thanks to generous community support, the…
Jackson honored for 60 years of fraternal service
Roy Jackson, a lifetime resident of Lafayette County, was recently honored for 60 years of fraternal service to the Mayo Masonic Lodge 119. On hand to present a certificate and pin was…