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Recognizing abilities, traits highlights Arc’s annual Purple Day
“Don’t let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do.” That quote, attributed to legendary basketball coach John Wooden, sums up what the Arc of Bradford is all about — focusing on individuals…
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Sending long-distance, cooling hugs to troops
By visiting the Kiwanis Club of Starke Splash Bash at Bradford High School’s David Hurse Stadium on July 4, people not only had the opportunity to cool off in the Florida heat, but also to help milita…
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Splash Bash parade grand marshal overcame struggles with PTSD
Riding in his “Sgt. York” Jeep as grand marshal of the Kiwanis Club of Starke Splash Bash parade on July 4 was a significant event for local man Ish Edwards, not just because it was an honor, but beca…
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A look back: BHS boys weightlifting highlighted by ’89 state title
Bradford High School had two individual champions in Primitivo “Junior” Acevedo and Clint Reed, while also getting points from Al Jones and John O. Williams in winning the Class 3A team state champion…
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A look back: 4 win state titles in girls track, field for BHS
Bradford High School got two girls track and field state championships from Lisha Long and Lori Sapp in the 1980s and a total of five from Shameka Walker and Annice Williams in the 1990s. Long becam…
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A look back: 2 team wins, 13 individual titles highlight BHS boys track, field
Bradford High School has 13 state championships won by individuals or relay teams in boys track and field and also has two overall-team titles. The Tornadoes won the Class A team title in 1955, gett…
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Starke man snared in sting operation
BY DAN HILDEBRAN Dan@BcTelegraph.com A 39-year-old Starke man arrested June 16 on obscene communications charges allegedly told a St. Johns County undercover detective he wanted to engage in sexual c…
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Recent arrests in Bradford, Union and Clay The following individuals were recently arrested by local law enforcement officers in Bradford, Union, or Clay (Keystone Heights area) counties. All defendan…
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Hampton council member arrested
Bradford deputies arrested the vice chair of Hampton’s city council after the 67-year-old allegedly threatened to kill his neighbor and pointed a gun at the victim. Douglas Edward Williamson faces a f…
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Obituaries — June 30, 2026
Linda Shadd Buchtmann Linda Shadd Buchtmann, 78, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away Thursday, May 28, 2026, in Perry at her home after a short illness. Lin…
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In Memory — Rev. Henderson Hudson
In Remembrance of Rev. Henderson Hudson June 25, 2016 Today marks 10 years since you left us, yet your memory remains as precious as ever. Though time has passed, the love and admiration we hold for y…
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Card of Thanks — Christopher Norman family
The family of Christopher Norman would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who offered their love, support, and sympathy during this difficult time. We are especially thankful to all w…
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