Lazaro Aleman reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is reported to be experimenting with new graphics for the coming hurricane season, which some early forecasts are already indicating will be a potentially…
The long journey home
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Dale Baker has always been a collector. He keeps what he considers a small museum in his home of items that he has found, come across or been given….
Dorothy Buchanan Hart: A legacy of basketball and dedication
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Dorothy Buchanan Hart, a cherished icon in Lafayette County, made a lasting impact on the community with her fervent love for basketball and steadfast commitment to her students. Born…
Live Oak Garden Club to host Spring Bazaar
Live Oak Garden Club Contributor Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 27, for the Live Oak Garden Club Spring Bazaar from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be vendors with unique…
Daughters of the American Revolution present Easter baskets to Live Oak first responders
Cheryle Chandler Contributor The Edward Rutledge Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) recently honored Live Oak’s first responders with Easter baskets filled with treats. DAR Regent Cheryle Chandler presented…
Let’s talk trash: Food waste
Kim Griffin Contributor In the United States, a whopping 30 to 40 percent of food is wasted! This means food that could have helped feed families in need is instead sent to…
Water Conservation Month to highlight importance of protecting local water resources
SRWMD Contributor Water conservation is at the core of the Suwannee River Water Management District’s (SRWMD) mission to ensure the sustainability of Florida’s water supplies. Due to that, the SRWMD’s Governing Board…
Lunch and Learn: Unveiling the secrets of hay and straw bale gardening
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com A lively crowd of about a dozen participants gathered at the Live Oak Public Library on Thursday, March 28, eager to delve into the world of hay and straw…
The good, the bad and the ugly: “Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire”
Christian Peterson Columnist “Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire” hit theaters on Friday, March 29. The movie was directed by Adam Wingard, with the screenplay written by Terry Rossio, Simon Barrett and…
Around the Banks
Johnny Bullard Guest Columnist The year was 1974, a half-century ago. Change was occurring everywhere. Polyester was taking over the fashion scene. Women began wearing pantsuits. Young ladies were wearing platform shoes,…
Branford softball coach takes home 100 wins
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, April 12, the Branford High School softball team gathered together for another battle against the Bell High School Bulldogs. However, before the game started, the team took…
Flood warnings issued for tri-county area
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Flood warnings have been issued for Suwannee, Hamilton and Lafayette Counties. Both the Withlacoochee River and the Suwannee River are above their average height this week. Due to this,…
Local chef named finalist in national recipe contest: Grand-prize voting happening now!
General Mills Foodservice Contributor Celebrating the best biscuit creations on menus nationwide, General Mills Foodservice announces the four finalists in its Second Annual Biskies™ Recipe Contest, who will each receive at least…
Raid conducted on illegal gambling cafes in White Springs community
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Wednesday, April 10, residents in White Springs witnessed the Florida Gaming Control Commission’s (FGCC) Division of Gaming Enforcement, in collaboration with various law enforcement agencies, executing search warrants…
Raid conducted on illegal gambling cafes in White Springs community
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Wednesday, April 10, residents in White Springs witnessed the Florida Gaming Control Commission’s (FGCC) Division of Gaming Enforcement, in collaboration with various law enforcement agencies, executing search warrants…
Jesse Frierson breaks school record in Buccaneers’ win over Bulldogs
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, April 2, the Suwannee High School varsity softball team hosted the girls from Branford High School. The game began with the Buccaneers quickly scoring three runs at…
Hornets sting Cowboys
Rick Patrick reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, April 2, the Lafayette High School Hornets’ junior varsity and varsity baseball teams traveled to Madison County High School to take on the Cowboys. The Hornets were…