Obituaries — Dec. 19, 2025
Amy J. Davis It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our dear Amy J. Davis, who left this world at home, encircled by the love of her family, on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025, at the age of 65…
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Approximately 290 kids enjoy Holidays with Heroes
BY CLIFF SMELLEY cliff@ytfwqrof.elementor.cloud Santa gets milk and cookies, but perhaps he should share with a lot of generous people and businesses in Bradford and Union counties. Approximately 290…
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Hill bringing major concert experience to Starke
BY CLIFF SMELLEY cliff@ytfwqrof.elementor.cloud A concert at a big-city venue might be an exciting way to celebrate New Year’s Eve, but what if you could have that same experience in Starke? Musician…
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Rabies alert issued in Bradford County
BY MARK J. CRAWFORD mark@ytfwqrof.elementor.cloud The Florida Department of Health in Bradford County has issued a rabies alert following a confirmed case of rabies in a stray cat found north of Lawte…
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Starke Kiwanians learn about BC’s new beekeepers club
BY CLIFF SMELLEY cliff@ytfwqrof.elementor.cloud As Kiwanis Club of Starke members were eating lunch at their meeting on Dec. 9, they were reminded to be thankful for the work of bees. Guest speaker Bo…
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Smith had stellar track career at BHS
BY CLIFF SMELLEY cliff@ytfwqrof.elementor.cloud Many people know Louette Smith and her career with the Bradford County School District’s transportation department, but some will also remember that she…
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Smith set to retire from helping get kids to and from school
BY CLIFF SMELLEY cliff@ytfwqrof.elementor.cloud The wheels on the bus go round and round, round and round, round and round. Bradford County’s school bus wheels will still go round and round after the…
Read MoreStarke announces major funding for water project
BY MARK J. CRAWFORD mark@ytfwqrof.elementor.cloud Starke will receive more than $23 million to fund major improvements to its water utility system. City Manager Drew Mullins said federal and state dis…
Read MoreLawtey citizens still want progress, rec wants participation
BY MELISSA PYLE AND MARK J. CRAWFORD Lawtey’s final council meeting of 2025 was filled with topics about the past, present and future of the city, including road repairs and the potential for the city…
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