Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Branford Town Council met on Tuesday evening, Jan. 14, to address various matters, beginning with the swearing-in of Jeremiah McCall as the new Councilman for Post 3….
Jasper City Council discusses continued hurricane cleanup
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Jasper City Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, Jan. 16. The meeting began with the approval of the agenda, and the council then called…
Construction theft leads to arrest of two
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The burglary of a construction site resulted in the arrest of two men who stole approximately $6,000 worth of items. On Monday, Jan. 20, at approximately 10:34 a.m.,…
Let’s not be ChrINOs: Christians In Name Only
As you reflect on your Christian journey, what choices from 2024 would you change? Where do you hope to grow closer to God in 2025? God wants you to have a great…
Cagle Grams: Is there an afterlife?
“If a man die, shall he live again?” (Job 14:14 KJV). To rephrase Job’s question, when a person dies and their life ends on earth, is there an afterlife, a life which…
Living God’s Way: God requested to strengthen the Ephesians
Paul informs the Ephesians of his request to God on their behalf. After describing who “the Father” is, Paul expresses what he wants the Father to grant to these people, namely that…
Around the Banks
As I write this article, it is about 34 degrees outside, but the sun is shining, which makes it so much better. This year, 2025, winter has paid us a visit here in…
Legislative delegation meeting dates rescheduled
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com State legislators have announced updates regarding a series of upcoming delegation meetings in counties across North Florida due to the Special Session that was called in Tallahassee on…
Town Talk: Did Heidi’s Cupcakery close?
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Saturday, Jan. 25, was a sad day for the citizens of Live Oak and the surrounding area, as it was the closing day for Heidi’s Cupcakery. “It is…
Second Annual All Aboard Festival happening Saturday
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Heritage Square in downtown Live Oak will be bustling with activity on Saturday, Feb. 1, as the Second Annual All Aboard Festival returns to Suwannee County. The family-friendly…
Hamilton County crash claims life
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com A three-vehicle crash on Interstate 75 in Hamilton County claimed the life of a 21-year-old passenger late Saturday night, Jan. 18. According to a report from the Florida…
Local man charged with alleged sexual assault of minor
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com A man charged with allegedly sexually abusing a minor is back in custody after being charged with sexual assault of a minor less than 12 years of age….
Jack Frost pays North Florida a visit
Larazo Aleman reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com North Florida residents awoke on Wednesday, Jan. 22, to a world of white, with some snow continuing to fall into the early morning hours, a phenomenon rarely experienced…
Bulldogs wrestling team competes for state title
Photo courtesy of Sandy Milian The Suwannee Bulldogs wrestling team stands behind the state championship sign for the duals wrestling competition. Unfortunately, the team was knocked out of the competition in the…
Remembering Suwannee: Old-time issues
Eric Musgrove Contributor It is very interesting to read through old documents and newspapers to see how people lived before us. One of the most fascinating aspects of this research is to…
The power of play: Unlocking potential in early childhood education
Erica Jackson Contributor In the realm of early childhood education, play is often regarded as a recreational activity—a means to pass the time. However, decades of research underscore its profound impact on…
Local student earns spot for art in Tallahassee
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Each year, Florida hosts a competition called Art in the Capitol. According to MyFlorida.com, this voluntary statewide visual arts competition allows each school district to hold an art contest…