Dear Editor: Senior citizens can expect to see only a 2.8% Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) in 2026. This will not be enough for seniors struggling to pay monthly bills. The COLA will be the second lowest COLA since 2021 and only slightly higher than the 2025 COLA. Any increase in benefits surely … Read more
Bradford PUBLIC AUCTION Ron Denmark Mini storage will hold a public auction on the following units containing personal items on November 14, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Unit 89 – Belonging to N. Williams Unite 59 – Belonging to B. Sanders 11/6 2tchg 11/13-BCT IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE … Read more
BY MARK J. CRAWFORD [email protected] Braford Sports United won the support of most county commissioners, who voted to enter a memorandum of understanding with the city of Starke, which includes an additional year of financial support from both local governments. Each board committed $150,000 to Bradford Sports United in this year’s budget, and the memorandum … Read more
BY MARK J. CRAWFORD [email protected] The Starke City Commission has approved a resolution to establish a sister city relationship with Próspera, a special economic zone (Zede) in Honduras. This decision was made Oct. 21, following Mayor Andy Redding’s recent visit to a country whose citizens are trying to define their future through economic development. “Some … Read more
Bradford IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 8TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR BRADFORD COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 25000104CPAXMX IN RE: ESTATE OF JERRY LEE LEWIS, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of JERRY LEE LEWIS, Deceased, whose date of death was July 23, 2025, is pending in … Read more
BY MARK J. CRAWFORD [email protected] While there were a number of asks from local government and community groups at last week’s legislative delegation meeting, The Arc of Bradford County with members of The Arc of Florida presented Sen. Jennifer Bradley with their 2025 Legislative Champion Award. Bradley cosponsored a bill that improved transparency at the … Read more
BY MARK J. CRAWFORD [email protected] Highlighting the successful track record of bringing financial support to the communities they serve, Bradford County’s Legislative Delegation held this year’s public hearing ahead of the next legislative session, which begins earlier in 2026 because of the election year. Sen. Jennifer Bradley emphasized the value of strong participation in legislative … Read more
