Lake Region

Chiappini’s closing after 91 years

Chiappini’s closing after 91 years

  • May 14, 2026
  • Jenn Samsel

 Chiappini’s is saying farewell after 91 years in Melrose. This registered historic building, located at the intersection of State Roads 26 and 21, has been a fixture since 1935. After more than 50 ye…

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Recent arrests in Bradford, Union and Clay

Recent arrests in Bradford, Union and Clay

  • May 14, 2026
  • Dan Hildebran

The following individuals were recently arrested by local law enforcement officers in Bradford, Union, or Clay (Keystone Heights area) counties. All defendants are considered innocent until convicted…

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Obituaries — May 12, 2026

Obituaries — May 12, 2026

  • May 12, 2026
  • Cliff Smelley

Susan Dodds Susan Rose Dodds, 77, of Starke died Sunday, May 10, 2026, at her residence with her family by her side.  She was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband of 59 yea…

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HCA softball team is 2nd in conference tourney

HCA softball team is 2nd in conference tourney

  • May 12, 2026
  • Cliff Smelley

It wasn’t quite last to first, but it almost was as the Hope Christian Academy softball team made quite the turnaround from last season, finishing second overall at this year’s Southeastern Christian…

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