BY DAN HILDEBRAN [email protected] Bradford High School held its 2025-2026 National Technical Honor Society induction ceremony on Thursday, March 19, welcoming 13 new members to Chapter 5123 and installing officers for the coming school year. Science teacher Camara Casson, one of the chapter’s faculty advisors, opened the ceremony by noting that NTHS has recognized more … Read more
BY DAN HILDEBRAN [email protected] Lake Butler Hospital recognized Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month with a presentation during its monthly “Let’s Thrive” seniors’ meeting on March 12. Physician Assistant Angelica Kraus, PA-C, noted that incidence rates among adults under 50 have been climbing for decades, while the disease remains one of the most preventable and treatable cancers … Read more
BY JENN SAMSEL [email protected] A group of students master two languages and truly excel. Each year, only a few earn this prestigious honor, making it a remarkable achievement. On Thursday, February 26, the Induction Ceremony of the French Honor Society, La Société Honoraire de Français, alongside the Inaugural Induction of the Spanish Honor Society, La … Read more
BY DAN HILDEBRAN [email protected] Bradford County’s Bret Polk placed fourth in Western Equitation and Working Trails at the Equestrian Special Olympics in Jacksonville on Feb. 28. Starke’s Roger Crews was the lead volunteer for the event, helping with volunteer check-in and handing out awards. Thirty-nine athletes competed in 13 classes during the event. The riders … Read more
BY DAN HILDEBRAN [email protected] A board-certified interventional cardiologist who recently joined the Ibrahim Heart Clinic is working to bring advanced cardiac, vascular, and valve procedures to the local community — and his message to residents is clear: early detection saves lives. Dr. Yashwant Agrawal, who goes by Dr. Yash, introduced himself and his specialties during … Read more
Nearly 70 Bradford High School students earned certifications in two technology areas this fall: computer device configuration and management, and visual design using Adobe Photoshop. The school, in a news release, said these classes, part of Bradford High’s career and technical education programs, have enabled students to earn highly recognized industry certifications that showcase both … Read more
The Bradford County Department of Health in partnership with the Healthy Communities of Florida, UF/IFAS Bradford County Extension Office and the Alligator Creek Garden Club will be hosting a weekly series of free educational classes for all residents to attend. These workshops will help participants be able to grow their own vegetables from a third-story … Read more
