Editor’s note: In light of the Bradford Food Pantry now being known as the Colonel Arley W. McRae Bradford Food Pantry, the Telegraph-Times-Monitor presents this Veterans Day story in which McRae talked of his love of flying and his career in the Air Force. The story was originally published on Nov. 8, 2012. BY … Read more
BY CLIFF SMELLEY Telegraph Staff Writer The Bradford Food Pantry just underwent its second name change, but it’ll be the last as the new name is a testament to the dedication and passion of a man who’s devoted so much of his life to community service, with a special emphasis on feeding the hungry. On … Read more
BY TRACY LEE TATE Times Editor LAKE BUTLER — The 2022 FFA Awards Banquet was held at the Union County High School Auditorium on May 12, 2022 with many awards and recognitions given and achievements recognized. There were 400 FFA members present at the event The event began after the dinner held in the UCHS … Read more
BY CLIFF SMELLEY Telegraph Staff Writer Retirement for Sherry Ruszkowsi, as it is for so many, will be a chance to spend more time with family. However, Ruszkowski will also be leaving family behind when she retires as the executive director of Arc of Bradford County, which provides services and programs to those with intellectual … Read more
BY CLIFF SMELLEY Telegraph Staff Writer Appreciate the individual. Arc of Bradford County’s purpose is to provide services and support to those with developmental and intellectual disabilities, but it also helps others understand that a disability doesn’t take away what makes us all human. We all have things we’re good at. We all have likes … Read more
BY CLIFF SMELLEY Telegraph Staff Writer It wasn’t the path Ashleigh Davis thought she’d be on after graduating from Bradford High School in 2011, but it’s the path she was meant to be on and the path she wants to be on, taking her from darkness into the brightness that is God’s light. It’s a … Read more
BY CLIFF SMELLEY Telegraph Staff Writer Starke’s Downtown Grill was transformed into Hawaii briefly on May 26 as members of Altrusa International of Starke were adorned with colorful leis during the club’s installation of officers. Club member Dimple Overstreet, who is the incoming governor for Altrusa District Three, performed the installation duties, with each office … Read more
BY CLIFF SMELLEY Telegraph Staff Writer Monday, May 30, was a day off for many, providing families with the opportunity to enjoy time together. Perhaps they enjoyed a cookout or enjoyed boating or swimming. However, the day signified so much more than simply being part of a three-day weekend. Retired Maj. John Crews, the guest … Read more
BY CLIFF SMELLEY Telegraph Staff Writer Bradford Transition Academy continue to work to serve their community as they recently began helping out at Madison Street Baptist Church of Starke’s Clothes Closet. Transition Academy students, who are developmentally disabled, had already been assisting at the Bradford Food Pantry, something they’ve done for a number of years. … Read more
