At-large region bids announced in girls weightlifting

BY CLIFF SMELLEY [email protected] Keystone Heights High School will have an additional 10 weightlifters each competing in the Olympic and traditional events at Region 3-1A meet, while Union County and Keystone have six and three additional qualifiers, respectively. The champions at the District 6 meet (see related post) automatically qualified for the region meet, which … Read more

Bella Johns crowned Miss Union County High School

BY DAN HILDEBRAN [email protected] Bella Johns, an 18-year-old senior at Union County High School, was crowned Miss UCHS 2025-2026 during the annual scholarship pageant held at the school auditorium. The event, themed “Hometown Crown,” showcased eight young women competing for the title. Johns, the daughter of Jason and Nancy Johns, impressed judges with her performances … Read more

Lake Butler awards parade winners, approves grant application

BY DAN HILDEBRAN [email protected] The Lake Butler City Commission approved pursuing two state historic preservation grants during their regular meeting Monday evening, while also recognizing winners of the 2025 Christmas Parade float contest. Lake Butler Hospital took first place in the parade competition, receiving a certificate and $200 prize for their decorated float. Union County … Read more

Recent arrests in Bradford, Union and Cla

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 in a court or until pleading guilty or no contest. Information in this report is from law enforcement agencies and court documents, which are public records.   Bradford … Read more