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Judge Davis retains bench
Bradford County Judge Tatum Davis was unopposed and may remain on the bench for six more years. Davis was elected in 2016, with his investiture following on March 3, 2017. “I’m humbled and blessed bey…
Read MoreAffordable housing faces obstacle to approval
BY MARK J. CRAWFORD Telegraph Editor STARKE — Differing interpretations of the city’s building codes is stalling a proposed housing development in Starke and potentially endangering its funding. Chris…
Read MoreStarke starts rate hike over
BY MARK J. CRAWFORD Telegraph Editor STARKE — Miscommunication forced the city of Starke to restart the process of raising its water and sewer rates. The ordinance approved on first reading May 3 repl…
Read MoreSeveral departments survive budget cuts
BY MARK J. CRAWFORD Telegraph Editor STARKE — Bradford County commissioners found there wasn’t much room for spending cuts in some of its smaller departments. The building and zoning departments are m…
Read MoreTest internet speed and support local improvements
Bradford and Union county residents are encouraged to participate in the Department of Economic Opportunity’s internet speed test. Taking the test will help users know their internet speeds and assist…
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Recent arrests in Bradford, Union and Clay
April 30 through May 6 The following individuals were arrested recently by local law enforcement officers in Bradford, Union or Clay (Keystone Heights-area) counties. All defendants are considered inn…
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3 years for texting threats and other charges
BY DAN HILDEBRAN Monitor Editor STARKE— A 35-year-old Hampton man was sentenced to three years in prison after pleading to sending threatening texts, possession of drugs and battery. Daniel William Br…
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Lake Butler façade grants give businesses a facelift
BY DAN HILDEBRAN Monitor Editor LAKE BUTLER— A once dormant grant program is now gaining attention after one downtown business took advantage of the opportunity. The City of Lake Butler’s Community Re…
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