New EMS director pleased with department, staff

BY TRACY LEE TATE Times Editor  Union County has a new director of Emergency Medical Services and he is excited about the possibilities in a department facing critical staffing shortages but few other major problems. EMS Director Toby Witt came on board at UCEMS two weeks ago, leaving the same position in Hamilton County after … Read more

Starke audit addresses recommended improvements

BY MARK J. CRAWFORD Telegraph Editor STARKE — While late in coming, Starke’s 2020 audit revealed the city’s relative financial health, even given several accounting issues that had not been resolved. Brendan McKitrick with James Moore CPAs presented the results Oct. 5. The internal control and compliance report included 10 material weaknesses, including seven from … Read more

Melrose residents walk against hate

BY KATE ELLISON Special to the Monitor MELROSE— The Democratic Women’s Club of the Lakes Area hosted a Walk Against Hate on Sunday, Oct. 10 at Heritage Park in Melrose. The event was one of many across the country organized by the Anti-defamation League. Democratic Women’s Club President Cheryl Owen introduced the speakers to a … Read more

Union County celebrates 100 years

BY TRACY LEE TATE Times Editor The citizens of Union County came out on Saturday to celebrate the 100 year anniversary of their home and, as always in UC, to meet and greet all of their friends and catch up on what is happening with them and their families. The celebration began on Thursday, Sept. … Read more

Legal Notices for 10-7-21

Bradford NOTICE OF SUSPENSION To: Javanis J. Ross                   Case No: CD202100577/ D 1930669 A Notice of Suspension to suspend your license and eligibility for licensure has been filed against you.  You have the right to request a hearing pursuant to Sections 120.569 and 120.57, Florida Statutes, by mailing a request for same to the Florida … Read more

Walk Against Hate

  Dear Editor: A Walk Against Hate will be held on Sunday, Oct. 10, at 2 p.m. at Melrose Heritage Park. There was a time when we rarely heard the word “hate” and hate groups were rarely heard from. Unfortunately, hate has become enmeshed in our modern lifestyle. Now, hate speech is allowed in common … Read more

Reflecting on a legend

Dear Editor: “David Hurse Night” at last Friday’s football game was a huge success and a wonderful way to honor the legend of Coach David Hurse. It was sponsored by BHS with support by Will Hartley, Superintendent of Schools. A special thanks to BHS Principal, Angela Ward and Coach Brian Tomlinson. Special recognition to Assistant … Read more

Mullins on the job as Starke’s new manager

BY MARK J. CRAWFORD Telegraph Editor STARKE — Starke’s attorney has successfully negotiated a contract with Drew Mullins, the city’s next manager. His first day on the job was Friday, Oct. 1. The two-year contract begins with a starting salary of $80,000. Opportunities to increase that salary include completing three management credentialing courses, for a … Read more

Controlling spending becomes priority for Bradford

BY MARK J. CRAWFORD Telegraph Editor STARKE — Bradford County’s administrators and finance staff are starting the fiscal year with new rules and procedures to better control spending. Commissioners have made it clear they don’t want to end another year in the red, having spent more than the county brought in. Several years of doing … Read more