Riverbend News

01/04/2026

Five-year-old Riverlyn Odiorne was born with vision problems and had been wearing an eyepatch and glasses since infancy. Despite years of treatments, her eyesight didn’t improve, but her family never stopped praying.

Pick up the Wednesday, Dec. 31, paper to read Riverlyn’s eye vision miracle.

01/03/2026

Meet Staff Sergeant Daniel Gamez-Ramirez, who has been serving in the U.S. Army since 2014. Now stationed in Lake City, he works in recruiting operations for Florida Gateway College and across Suwannee and Union Counties.

01/03/2026

The 2025 Best of Riverbend Awards is officially sold out, and we are overwhelmed with gratitude. Thank you to everyone who nominated, voted, sponsored and grabbed tickets.

If you haven’t picked up your tickets yet, they’re ready for pickup at our office.

We’ll see you January 31st for a night of celebrating the very best of Riverbend!

01/02/2026

🚨 LAST CHANCE 🚨

Only a few tables remain for the Best of Riverbend Awards!
We’ve extended the deadline to 1/2
Order online at: https://shorturl.at/4UlZv or call (386) 364-4141.

01/02/2026

The first-ever Rhythm and Feast Festival lit up White Springs on Saturday, Dec. 20, featuring a headline performance by Cupid, known for his hit song, "Cupid Shuffle."

Pick up the Wednesday, Dec. 31, paper for full coverage or check out all photos on riverbendnews.smugmug.com.

01/02/2026

North Florida College honored its Fall 2025 graduates during a commencement ceremony held on Thursday, Dec. 11, at Van H. Priest Auditorium.

Pick up the Wednesday, Dec. 31, paper to see all students' names and their achievements.

01/01/2026

Even though the Jennings Christmas Parade was canceled, Santa and Mrs. Claus still made the season bright during the Children’s Christmas Party held Thursday, Dec. 18, at Jennings Town Hall!

Pick up the Wednesday, Dec. 31, paper for more community content.

01/01/2026

Be sure to pick up the Wednesday, Dec. 31, paper for more scholarship opportunities available for students!

Hailey Waldo [email protected] High school seniors now have the opportunity to apply for a statewide scholarship offered by the American Muslim Alliance of Florida, Inc. (AMF). A total of $20,000 in scholarship...

12/31/2025

On Friday, Dec. 19, the HCSO executed a drug trafficking raid in White Springs as part of Operation Naughty List. One individual, Jarod Burch, was arrested on multiple felony charges related to narcotics trafficking and firearm possession.

Pick up the Wednesday, Dec. 31, paper for full details on the investigation.

12/31/2025

The Doggie Dude Ranch is seeking the help of the community, as its facility has reached maximum capacity after a tree fell on the City of Live Oak’s animal control shelter. With space now full, the ranch is seeking help from the community through boarding, fostering and adoption.

Pick up the Wednesday, Dec. 31, paper for the full story on how you can help.