Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) boys weightlifting district championships were in full swing on Friday, March 29, in Suwannee High School’s gymnasium. Joining the Bulldogs amongst the…
Remembering Suwannee: Nancy Parshley, Part 1
Eric Musgrove Contributor Women have played a necessary but oft-neglected role in Suwannee County’s history. Besides the traditional roles of raising children and supporting their husbands’ endeavors, many women in the county’s…
Hamilton students brave the stage to excel in District Florida 4-H Public Speaking Contest
Michelana Byrd Contributor Imagine having to speak to a room full of people, mostly strangers. Your palms are sweating, your heart is racing, butterflies are fluttering around in your stomach, and you…
Teacher Spotlight: Cara Griffin shines at Hamilton County High School
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Cara Griffin, a rising star in the teaching community, brings passion, innovation and a fresh perspective to her role as a middle school teacher at Hamilton County High School….
Cross Walk honors Good Friday tradition
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com In a solemn yet powerful display of faith, First Advent Christian Church hosted a Cross Walk on Friday, March 29, led by Pastor Doug Mabey. The event, held to…
Suwannee Missionary Baptist Association hosts Night of Praise
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee Missionary Baptist Association is set to host a Night of Praise on Sunday, April 14, at 6 p.m. The event invites the community to join in an…
Hamilton County High School empowers autistic students through Trojan Joe’s Cafe
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Autism Awareness Month, established in April 1970 by the pioneering psychologist and autism researcher, Bernard Rimland, Ph.D., serves as a beacon of understanding, compassion and advocacy for individuals across…
Governor DeSantis signs bills targeting illegal immigration in Florida
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Governor Ron DeSantis, flanked by key officials including Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez, Attorney General Ashley Moody and Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd, signed three bills into law Friday, March…
Governor DeSantis signs HB 621 to combat squatting scam
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com In a bid to protect property rights and crack down on squatting, Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 621 into law on Tuesday, March 27. The legislation aims to provide…
Governor DeSantis signs HB 1365 to address homelessness and prioritize public safety
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Wednesday, March 20, Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 1365 into law, aiming to tackle homelessness while prioritizing public safety across Florida. The legislation mandates that counties ensure homeless…
Governor DeSantis signs HB 3 social media bill
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com In a move to safeguard children from the potential harms of social media, Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 3 into law on Monday, March 25. The legislation prohibits children…
Discover the need for speed with the Suwannee Valley RC Speedway
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Jason Carroll is a family man who cherishes spending time with his loved ones. He grew up in a close-knit family and has continued the tradition with his own…
Live Oak’s Jared Lewis Lee secures victory at Cowboy Classic
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Jared Lewis Lee, a well-known Cowdog trainer and handler from Live Oak, competed in the 3 Shy Cattledog Trials, the most prestigious Cowboy Classic held in Stephenville, Texas, on…
Suwannee Valley Unsolved, Inc. Striving for justice and closure in cold cases
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Suwannee Valley Unsolved, Inc. has emerged as a beacon of hope for families seeking justice and closure in cold cases across the Suwannee Valley region. Founded with a mission…
Florida’s longest yard sale happening this weekend
Flea Across Florida Contributor For 11 years, Flea Across Florida has brought thousands of visitors to small communities across the state on US Highway 90, filling up motels, restaurants and small local…
Digging around: What are the most common soil types in Suwannee County?
Raymond Balaguer Contributor This is a continuation of the article, “Growing vegetables or flowers in a new piece of land?” published on Feb. 20, 2024. If you have not done so yet,…
Ash Grove and Branford Rotary Club unite to provide Easter extravaganza
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Ash Grove and the Rotary Club of Branford teamed up on Saturday, March 23, to stage a thrilling morning of Easter festivities at Hatch Park. From 10 a.m. to…