Suwannee High School Swim Team Roster Aubrey Baum * (Senior), Ashton Mercer* (Senior), Oliviah Schneider * (Senior), Brooklyn Long (Junior), Alexi Pack (Junior), Jake Kirkland * (Junior), Wylder Stephens (Junior), Julia Wainwright…
Henry B. Plant, “The King of Florida”
Hailey Heseltine reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Henry B. Plant was dubbed “The King of Florida” by a magazine called Success in 1898 for his tremendous impact on the development of Florida’s transportation and tourism industries…
From boom to bust
Hailey Heseltine reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com It was the Roaring Twenties, and the postwar world seemed to be finding new life with its economic prosperity. That decade, Florida entered an era which transformed the state…
On this day in history…
• On July 23, 1923, John Herbert Dillinger joins the Navy in order to avoid charges of auto theft in Indiana, marking the beginning of America’s most notorious criminal’s downfall. • On…
Remembering Suwannee: Convict leasing system, Part 1
Eric Musgrove Contributor While writing about various facets of Suwannee County’s history, I long ago realized that some events, systems, and so on, must be explained in more detail to fully understand…
Blazing the trails of time
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The National Day of the Cowboy is celebrated each year on the fourth Saturday in July. The celebration is focused on remembering and preserving the cowboy lifestyle, culture and…
Beware the lone star tick
Rick Patrick reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com No one likes the idea of becoming a meal for another creature. This is especially true when it comes to ticks. Not only are these pesky little parasites annoying,…
Pine Grove Church boards the train of faith with Wonder Junction VBS
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Pine Grove Church brought the Old West to life the week of Monday, July 7, during its annual Vacation Bible School, welcoming attendees of all ages to “Wonder Junction,”…
NFC opens doors to leadership careers with new bachelor’s degree
NFC Contributor North Florida College is giving ambitious professionals across the region a powerful new pathway to leadership. This fall, NFC will launch its Bachelor of Applied Science in Organizational Management, a…
NFC’s HVAC/R graduates ready to heat up a booming job market
NFC Contributor The future looks bright, and climate-controlled, for the first graduating class of North Florida College’s Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration program. These trailblazing graduates are stepping confidently into one…
Little Miss LHS pageant set for Aug. 16
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Lafayette Elementary School students in grades kindergarten through fifth are invited to participate in this year’s Little Miss LHS pageant, organized by Lafayette High School’s Future Business Leaders of…
Community Champions nominations open for 2025 Kinetic Business Awards
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Do you know a small business that stands out and deserves recognition for its unwavering dedication to uplifting your community? Take a moment to acknowledge their contributions by nominating…
Sunshine, both beautiful and dangerous
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The American Academy of Dermatology has an annual skin cancer awareness campaign that kicks off in May, “to educate the public about skin cancer detection and prevention.” This comes…
Forgotten Coast K9 to put down roots in the “Forgotten Coast”
Heather Ainsley reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Since 2020, Chris O’Brian of Forgotten Coast K9 has strived to change the lives of U.S. military Veterans and those afflicted by mental and emotional health conditions. His company…
The Suwannee Valley Transit Authority is here to serve you
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee Valley Transit Authority is one of the best-kept secrets in Suwannee Valley. “Suwannee Valley Transit Authority is committed to providing safe and reliable paratransit transportation to the…
Bees, butterflies and birds flock to salvia plants
Carolyn Saft Contributor The genus salvia exhibits a wide range of forms and habits and comes in a variety of colors. Most species grow quickly; some reach 5 to 6 feet, while…
Adopt a Pet: Teddy
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Riverbend News is partnering with local animal shelters to spotlight some of the residents gracing their halls in hopes of finding the perfect fur-ever home! This week, Teddy is…