BY LARRY DUPEE Special to the Times More than 100 children, along with members of their families, attended the City of Raiford’s annual Breakfast with Santa at the town Community Center on Dec. 4. A breakfast of pancakes and sausage was cooked up by Raiford Mayor Lamar Griffis, city council members and friends and served … Read more
BY TRACY LEE TATE Times Editor It’s that time of year, when students at Lake Butler Middle School are treated to presentations from a number of professionals in various fields. The main idea is to allow the students to see what is involved in various jobs and professions and get an idea of how they … Read more
Dear Editor: On behalf of the Bradford County Fair Association Board of Directors — James Balkcom, Walter Brandt, Tommy Crosby, Chuck Kramer, Bob Milner, Christopher Page, Roxanne Rosier and Tammie Woodard, and the BCFA membership — I would like to thank the Tenlys for their multiple years of service and volunteering. Dale and Lane have … Read more
Bradford NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED Notice is hereby given that SHIRLEY R PICKFORD REVOCABLE TRUST 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 it was assessed are … Read more
BY MARK J. CRAWFORD Telegraph Editor STARKE — The investigation into Starke Commissioner Danny Nugent’s alleged behavior toward city and contract employees was over before it even began. Commissioners Scott Roberts and Shannon Smith ended the investigation during their second meeting Nov. 23 after hearing from Nugent’s attorney, Dan Sikes, that the city lacked both … Read more
STARKE — The acreage obtained for the construction of a new combination elementary and middle school has been paid off. From the smiles on their faces, it was evident that it was a win-win moment for everyone. Through funding provided by the State of Florida Special Facilities Construction Account, the Bradford County School District celebrated … Read more
BY TRACY LEE TATE Times Editor LAKE BUTLER — The Union County Board of Commissioners has established its committee assignments for the coming year and each member stands ready to serve county residents with any business they may have with the various entities with which the county deals. Each commissioner deals with several committees while … Read more
Starke Christmas Parade, a 5K and more BY MARK J. CRAWFORD Telegraph Editor Christmas is returning to Call Street next week, with another multi-day event for families to celebrate the season and the community. With games, vendors, rides, entertainment, an evening light parade and breakfast with Santa, there will be something for everyone. Christmas will … Read more
BY BARBARA PELLECHIO Garden Club of the Lakes VP On Aug. 20, 1959, plans for the Garden Club of the Lakes were initiated by Mr. Emory (Bee) Cooper and Mrs. L.E. Harris at the home of Mrs. Edmond Dwyer. The Garden Club of the Lakes joined the Florida Federation of Garden Clubs. There were 18 … Read more
