Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Heather Henderson-Scheu, who has served as the deputy director of the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office’s Emergency Management Division, has been promoted to Director of the division following the resignation…
Lafayette County warns of mosquito-borne illness
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, July 15, the Florida Department of Health in Lafayette County released an advisory notice informing residents that the Easter equine encephalitis virus, known to be spread through…
2025-26 Cross Country
SHS GIRLS’ VARSITY CROSS COUNTRY ROSTER 2025-26 Ana Ardillia-Palma (Sophomore), Addison Bricker (Freshman), Madison Chamberlain (Sophomore), Maggie Combs (Senior), Maylee Grantham, Brooke Gunter (Sophomore), Lydia Gunter (Senior), Olivia Hermanson (Sophomore), Petton Hermanson,…
Lafayette Commission discusses Hazard Mitigation Grant
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, July 8, the Lafayette County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with the Board approving the minutes from the previous…
Residents fume over White Springs Fire Department’s Fourth of July weekend absence
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com White Springs Fire Department Chief Steve Stith was in hot water on Tuesday, July 8, during the regular Town Council meeting at the White Springs Public Library. The issue…
Miss Red, White and Beautiful Pageant crowns inaugural winners
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Hamilton County Chamber of Commerce hosted its Inaugural Miss Red White & Beautiful Pageant on Thursday, July 3, at the Hamilton County Courthouse Annex in Jasper. For this…
Jail Report
Lafayette County July 12 Ronald Schleman, trespassing July 13 Charles Vaughn, stalking Hamilton County July 7 George Dolphus Corbett, burglary, damage property/criminal mischief July 8 Scott A. Verrocchio, moving traffic…
Friends and neighbors say farewell to George Sage, Sr., at memorial car show
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The White Springs community came together on Saturday, June 28, to remember longtime car enthusiast George Sage, Sr., a consistent fixture at local car shows. Sage passed away on…
Local filmmaker to be featured at Central Florida Film Fest
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Seth Adams is not just your average peanut farmer; he’s a multifaceted creative with an undeniable passion for both agriculture and filmmaking. Growing up in Hamilton County, he discovered…
Vendor applications are open for Pioneer Day
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Lafayette County is renowned for its many attractions, including a beautiful river, fertile farmland, and charming small towns. However, one of its secrets is a festival many know locally:…
RapidFiber Internet hosts Mix and Mingle
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com A celebration marking a significant milestone for RapidFiber Internet was held on Thursday, June 26, at its office in Live Oak. The event, co-hosted by the Suwannee County Chamber…
Pop Smoke K9 for Veterans focused on helping those with trauma
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Veterans have multiple days a year dedicated to them, but somehow it never feels like enough. Men and women have fought for hundreds of years defending the United States…
Live Oak celebrates Fourth of July with Freedom Fest
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, July 4, the City of Live Oak hosted its Fourth of July celebration. Folks from all over the county gathered to celebrate the founding of our country….
Hamilton County celebrates Independence Day
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Hamilton County residents came out in full force on Friday, July 4, to celebrate Independence Day at the Hamilton County Parks and Recreation. The event included a cornhole tournament,…
Branford celebrates Fourth of July with explosive fun
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Individuals from all over converged on the Suwannee River Greenway for the Branford River Reunion’s annual Fourth of July celebration. The jam-packed day of festivities began at noon with…
Church Camp held at Camp Pickett Lake
Belinda Albritton reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com This year’s Camp Pickett Lake took many months to plan, and was definitely not easy to pull off. But with the help of many donations to churches and Vacation…
You’re invited to the AWPC Celebration of Life Banquet
Mickey Starling reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com A Women’s Pregnancy Center of Madison will host its annual Celebration of Life Banquet on Tuesday, Sept. 30, beginning at 6 p.m. A large crowd is expected this year,…