Mark J. Crawford
Milner denies wrongdoing as fair investigation drags on
BY MARK J. CRAWFORD [email protected] Bob Milner, former president of the Bradford County Fair Association and a related nonprofit, is finally responding to reports of an investigation launched against him, former fair manager Dale Woodruff and the board they worked with. In May, Sheriff Gordon Smith leveled allegations with the realization that in the final … Read more
Women’s Club Luncheon kicks off a new, purpose driven season
BY MELISSA PYLE Special to the Telegraph The Women’s Club of Starke hosted its inaugural luncheon for the 2025-26 membership year on Sept. 13. The event was a celebratory occasion that featured speakers, donations to local charities and votes for new members. Club President Sheila Barnes opened the event by sharing her heartfelt vision for … Read more
RJE Alumni celebrate reunion with laughter and nostalgia
The RJE Alumni gathered for their biannual reunion from Aug. 29-31. The festivities began Friday evening with a lively meet-and-greet at the Tigers Place, formerly known as Reno Rec. Alumni enjoyed an evening filled with laughter, reminiscing and old-school music. On Saturday, the Purple and Gold Banquet took place at Camp Blanding Armory. The event … Read more
Legal Notices for 9-18-25
Bradford NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED Notice is hereby given that MIKON FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. AND OCEAN BANK the holder of the following certificate has filed said certificate for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number and year of issuance, the description of the property, and names in which … Read more
Gaskins’ retirement celebration draws a crowd
BY MELISSA PYLE Special to the Telegraph Diane Gaskins is retiring after 25 years with Bradford County and her impact on the community was seen in the large outpouring of friends, colleagues, senior citizens and family at her retirement party on Wednesday, Aug. 27, at the Bradford County Senior Center. Gaskins knew there was going … Read more
Reviewing plan and cost of getting sewer to the bypass
BY MARK J. CRAWFORD [email protected] Starke is moving forward with a less costly plan to run sewer lines out to the bypass, as well as seek funds from developers to help with the investment. The city asked Woodward and Curran to evaluate alternatives to extending wastewater service west down State Road 16 (Raiford Road) to … Read more
Recreation board improving Starke ballfields
Recreation board apps available BY MARK J. CRAWFORD [email protected] Bradford County commissioners approved the first expenditure for Bradford Sports United, although it required some discussion. Board Chairman Danny Riddick brought the request to purchase $30,000 of clay to cover the ballfields at Starke’s Edwards Road park. The youth sports program is funded equally by the … Read more
Brannan delivers latest check to Starke
Rep. Chuck Brannan delivered a detailed account of the significant financial support he helped secure for Starke and Bradford County throughout his legislative tenure. Brannan, reflecting on his years in the Florida House, described the process as “Christmas in September” for the community, highlighting the many projects and millions of dollars funneled into the area. … Read more
