Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Two months after a dramatic scene unfolded in Live Oak, a new chapter began in the healing process for Deputy Justin Dalton, as he is now back on active…
Multiple from White Springs arrested in fraud scheme
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Monday, April 7, the Lake City Police Department put out a press release detailing the arrests of multiple Lake City and White Springs residents, all in connection with…
White Springs faces more challenges at Ways and Means Committee meeting
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, April 8, House Bill 4079 was presented to the Florida Ways and Means Committee. The bill, which has been sponsored by Representative Jason Shoaf and Senator Corey…
Flag Football 2025
Suwannee Girls Flag Football end their season as the 1A District 2 Champions with an 11-8 overall record and 2-0 in their district. Roster: #8 Alaira Handy, #14 America Garcia, #11 Ana…
Hornets celebrate Senior Night with baseball victory
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, March 25, the Lafayette High School baseball team hosted the Branford Buccaneers for a showdown. While the game was a major highlight, the other reason for the…
Trojans baseball celebrates Senior Night with undeniable victory
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, March 28, the Hamilton County High School (HCHS) Trojans baseball team hosted the Gadsden County Jaguars for a showdown on the diamond. Not only were the boys…
Buccaneers weightlifting team celebrates seniors
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Thursday, March 20, the Branford High School Buccaneers boys weightlifting team took a moment to celebrate each of the seniors from its graduating class. There were seven total…
Bulldogs bite first, hold on for 2-1 win against Cowgirls
Rick Patrick reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Thursday, March 27, the Suwannee High School Bulldogs traveled to Madison for a softball contest with the Madison County High School Cowgirls. It was a closely contested defensive…
At a loss for words: Middle Age madness
Mickey Starling reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com We’ve spent several joyful moments exploring phrases from the 1800s that are still in occasional use, so let’s explore a bit further back. Looking into the Middle Ages, we…
Remembering Suwannee: Mobilization and service in “The War to End All Wars,” Part 3
This week, we will continue the third part of a series of articles on Suwannee County’s mobilization and service in World War I. By the middle of September 1917, orders had been…
Sam and Will Wainwright named to Mars Hill University’s fall 2024 Dean’s List
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Two local students were recently named to Mars Hill University’s Academic Dean’s List at the end of the fall 2024 semester. In order to qualify for the Dean’s List,…
Jennings native studying abroad through Muhlenberg College
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Omar Lopez, a resident of Jennings and a graduate of Hamilton County High School, is currently pursuing a degree in economics at Muhlenberg College. During the spring, he will…
Wilder Andrews of Live Oak named to UWA’s fall 2024 President’s List
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The University of West Alabama (UWA) recently announced its fall 2024 President’s List for students who displayed superior academic achievement. Among the students recognized was Wilder Andrews, a history…
Brice Criggall named to Hiram College’s fall 2024 Dean’s List
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com O’Brien resident Brice Criggall was recently named to Hiram College’s fall 2024 Dean’s List in recognition of his academic excellence. Criggall, a biomedical humanities major, is among the 243…
Hamilton County School District announces senior breakfast and gift-giving opportunity
Tiffany Quintero Contributor The Hamilton County School District is excited to announce plans for a special Senior Breakfast to celebrate the Class of 2025 as they prepare for graduation. This momentous occasion…
Easter hop-penings along the Suwannee River
Saturday, April 12 Philadelphia Baptist Church will host its annual free Easter Egg Hunt at 10 a.m. at 16880 FL 51, in McAlpin. Keep in mind that the hunt will not take place…
Music in the Park event to provide free entertainment, food and prizes
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Freedom Rally Outreach Tent Ministry and Branford Oasis Church are teaming up to sponsor a free community outreach event featuring music, fellowship and fun on Saturday, April 12….