Lake Region

KHHS baseball team loses 11-1 in district semis

  Keystone Heights High School’s baseball season came to an end with an 11-1, five-inning loss to top seed Trinity Catholic in a District 4-2A semifinal game on April 15 in Ocala. The Indians (8-17) were held to one hit by Celtics pitcher Oakley Hayhurst. Keystone trailed 5-0 going into the fifth. Ryland Matuschke hit…

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Bradford County

BHS, KHHS begin flag football tourney play on April 20

Bradford and Keystone Heights high schools will host quarterfinal games in the District 4-1A flag football tournament on Monday, April 20, at 6 p.m. The Tornadoes are the number-one seed and will play eighth seed Eastside, while the Indians, who earned the fourth seed, will play fifth seed Hawthorne. If Bradford wins, it will host…

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Bradford County

New WEAG owners striving for ‘real community radio’

Real community radio. It’s the tagline now used by Starke’s WEAG FM-106.3, which is under new ownership. It means more than broadcasting to the community. It means becoming a part of the community. It means giving the community information it needs. It means helping the community grow and improve. Real community radio may be broadcasting…

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Lake Region

KHHS baseball team gets 1st-round win in district tourney

  A two-run fifth that featured sacrifice-fly RBI from Jake Peak and Brock Screen proved to be the difference in the Keystone Heights High School baseball team’s 11-9 win over fifth seed Interlachen in an April 14 District 4-2A quarterfinal game in Keystone. The fourth seed Indians (8-16) will travel to play top seed Trinity…

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Bradford County

Card of Thanks — Edgar Williams Jr. family

The family of Edgar Williams Jr. deeply appreciates the kindness, support and love shown to us during this difficult time. It will always be remembered. A special thanks to Lawtey Church of Christ, Mt. Zion AME Church- Lawtey, and the community. With our sincere thanks! The family of Edgar Williams Jr.

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Bradford County

Obituaries — April 14, 2026

  Patricia Albert Patricia Marie Albert, 78, of Bradenton, died Monday, April 13, 2026. She was born on June 26, 1947, in Springfield to Clair Rief and Marjorie (Staples) Rief. Pat was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Lynn Albert; and her parents. Survivors are her son, Brian Albert; grandsons, Wyatt and…

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Lake Region

KHHS softball team ends losing streak with win over Ridgeview

  Keystone Heights High School ended a four-game losing streak in softball, defeating host Ridgeview 5-3 on April 13. The Indians (9-11) trailed 1-0 before scoring three runs in the top of the third. Amber Wagner, who reached on a fielder’s choice, scored on a Cadie Bowles single. Kadence Massey and Bella Cumbo hit a…

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Features

Students get look at city government

BY JENN SAMSEL [email protected] Students at Keystone Heights Junior-Senior High School recently had the opportunity to learn about city government during a field trip to the Keystone Heights City Hall. The experience provided them with an exclusive look at how the city is run, allowing them to understand its complexities and engage in discussions with…

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Bradford County

Student Art Showcased in Melrose

BY JENN SAMSEL [email protected] Bradford High and Keystone Heights Elementary School showcased students’ artwork at Mossman Hall. Attendees had the opportunity to purchase pieces on Friday, April 3, in Melrose, with proceeds supporting the community art program, while the event highlighted the students’ creativity, effort, and pride in their creations. Bradford instructor Steven Djavaheri and…

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Lake Region

After 25 years, Youth Challenge comes to an end

BY JENN SAMSEL [email protected] The Florida Youth Challenge Academy (FLYCA) has been operational for over 25 years and has aided more than 6,500 cadets. It is now closing its doors. A press release from the Florida National Guard, issued on April 8, surprised the community. “Following careful consideration, the Florida National Guard can confirm that…

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