Bradford
Suwannee River Water Management District Declaration of Phase II Water Shortage
The Suwannee River Water Management District (District) has issued a Phase II Water Shortage Order, WSO 26-004 for water uses within all Counties located in the District, including all locations in Alachua and Levy counties, excluding the cities of Gainesville, Micanopy, and Hawthorne located in Alachua County.
To learn more or to view WSO 26-004, visit our website at www.mysuwanneeriver.com.
UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE – BCT
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR BRADFORD COUNTY, FLORIDA
PROBATE DIVISION
File No. 2026-CP-92
IN RE: ESTATE OF WAYNE JACOB
HOTSINPILLER, Deceased.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Wayne Jacob Hotsinpiller, deceased, whose date of death was January 24, 2026, is pending in the Circuit Court for Bradford County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 945 Temple Avenue, Starke, FL 32091. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is: 08/13/2026
Attorney for Personal Representative:
/s/ Andrew J. Oram
Andrew J. Oram
Attorney
Florida Bar Number: 1015374
308 Avenue G SW STE 209
Winter Haven, FL 33880
Telephone: (863) 259-4743
E-Mails: office@oram.law, andrew@oram.law
Personal Representative:
Kathryn Nessmith
8096 SW County Road 18
Hampton, Florida 32044
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR
BRADFORD COUNTY, FLORIDA
PROBATE DIVISION
FILE NUMBER: 04-2026-CP-000099
DIVISION: Probate
IN RE: ESTATE OF THOMAS JEFFERSON UTLEY III,
Deceased.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of THOMAS JEFFERSON UTLEY III, deceased, whose date of death was April 15, 2026, is pending in the Circuit Court for Bradford County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 945 North Temple Avenue, Starke, Florida 32091. The name and address of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against the decedent’s estate on whom this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against the decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is August 13, 2026
Personal Representative:
PHILIP GAZALEH
1153 Catalina Road East
Jacksonville, Florida 32216
Attorney for Personal Representative:
DIANA B. BAUER, ESQUIRE
Florida Bar No. 1000844
Fisher, Tousey, Leas & Ball
818 North A1A, Suite 104
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 356-2600
Attorney for Personal Representative
diana.bauer@fishertousey.com
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE
8TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR BRADFORD COUNTY, FLORIDA
GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION
CASE NO. 20000463CAAXMX
WELLS FARGO BANK N.A., NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL OR BANKING CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR GREEN TREE 2008-MH1
Plaintiff,
vs.
BRIGHT, MARION H, ET AL.
Defendants.
NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to an Order or Final Judgment entered in Case No. 20000463CAAXMX of the Circuit Court of the 8th Judicial Circuit in and for Bradford County, Florida, wherein, WELLS FARGO BANK N.A., NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL OR BANKING CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR GREEN TREE 2008-MH1, Plaintiff, and, BRIGHT, MARION H, et. al., are Defendants, Clerk of Circuit Court, will sell to the highest bidder for cash at the lobby of the Bradford County Courthouse, 945 North Temple Avenue, Starke, FL 32091, on September 17, 2026 at 10:00 AM, the following described property:
THE NORTH 102.53 FEET OF THE SOUTH 334.53 FEET OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE SW 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4 OF SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 5 SOUTH, RANGE 22 EAST, BRADFORD COUNTY, FLORIDA, SAID PARCEL BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
COMMENCE AT AN IRON PIPE AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 25 AND RUN N 01 DEG 23 MIN 59 SEC W, ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID SECTION 25, A DISTANCE OF 232.05 FEET TO AN IRON ROD FOR THE POINT OF BEGINNING;
THENCE CONTINUE N 01 DEG 23 MIN 59 SEC W, ALONG LAST SAID WEST LINE, 102.53 FEET TO AN IRON ROD;
THENCE RUN N 89 DEG 46 MIN 25 SEC E, 270.00 FEET TO AN IRON ROD;
THENCE RUN S 01 DEG 23 MIN 59 SEC E, 102.53 FEET TO AN IRON ROD;
THENCE RUN S 89 DEG 46 MIN 25 SEC W, 270.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING.
TOGETHER WITH A 30 FOOT WIDE EASEMENT FOR INGRESS, EGRESS AND ACCESS BEING IN THE SE 1/4 OF THE SE 1/4 OF THE SE 1/4 OF SECTION 26, TOWNSHIP 5 SOUTH, RANGE 22 EAST, BRADFORD COUNTY, FLORIDA, LYING 30 FEET TO THE LEFT OF A PARALLEL TO THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED LINE AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
COMMENCE AT THE IRON PIPE AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 26 (ALSO BEING THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 25) AND RUN N 01 DEG 23 MIN 59 SEC W, ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 26, A DISTANCE OF 232.05 FEET TO AN IRON ROD FOR THE POINT OF BEGINNING OF SAID EASEMENT;
THENCE CONTINUE N 01 DEG 23 MIN 59 SEC W, ALONG THE SAID EAST LINE, 337 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO AN EXISTING FENCE POST AT THE NEW CORNER OF THE SE 1/4 OF THE SE 1/4 OF SE 1/4;
THENCE RUN S 89 DEG 29 MIN 35 SEC W, ALONG THENORTHER LINE OF SAID SE 1/4 OF SE 1/4 OF SE 1/4, A DISTANCE OF 150 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO A POINT;
THENCE RUN N 01 DEG 22 MIN 58 SEC W, 671 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE SOUTHERLY R/W LINE OF COUNTY ROAD N.E. 216TH STREET, AND THE END OF SAID EASEMENT LINE.
TOGETHER WITH A 2003 FLEETWOOD MANUFACTURED HOME; BEARING SERIAL#: GAFL234A75913CY22, AND GAFL234B75913CY22; TITLE#: 89154327 AND 89154986
Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, must file a claim per the requirements set forth in FL Stat. 45.302.
DATED this 8th day of August, 2026.
GREENSPOON MARDER, LLP
100 W. Cypress Creek Road, Suite 700
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
Telephone: (954) 491-1120
Hearing Line: (888) 491-1120
Facsimile: (954) 343-6982
Email: gmforeclosure@gmlaw.com
Email: Karissa.Chin-Duncan@gmlaw.com
By:_/s/Karissa Chin-Duncan
Karissa Chin-Duncan, Esq.
Florida Bar No. 98472
32875.2053 / 32875.2053 / Jean Schwartz
Publish in: Bradford County Telegraph
IMPORTANT
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in a proceeding, you are entitled to be provided with certain assistance at no cost to you. Please contact the ADA Coordinator, Alachua County Family and Civil Justice Center, 201 East University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601 (352-337-6237) at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days. If you are hearing or voice-impaired, call 1-800-955-8770 via Florida Relay Service.
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Notice of Self Storage Sale
Please take notice Safe and Easy Self Storage located at 7192 SE 9th Ave Starke FL 32091 intends to hold a sale to sell the property stored at the Facility
by the below list of Occupants who are in default at an Auction. The sale will occur as an online auction via www.lockerfox.com on 9/3/2026 at 10:00 AM. Unless stated otherwise the description of the contents are household goods, furnishings and garage essentials. Bobby Bates; Summer Strickland; Heather Bowen. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply. See manager for details.
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NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)
Concerned Citizens of
Bradford County, Inc.
RJE Building Modernization
Building 1, 2 & 4 – Phase III
Concerned Citizens of Bradford County, Inc. (CCBC) is soliciting sealed proposals from qualified, Florida-licensed General Contractors for construction services related to the RJE Building Modernization – Phase III Project located at 1050 Pine Street, Starke, Florida 32091. Estimated construction budget: approximately $850,000. The project includes interior and exterior modernization, including electrical upgrades, HVAC installation, roofing improvements, restroom renovations, flooring, painting, and related site work. A MANDATORY PRE-BID MEETING AND SITE VISIT will be
held on: August 27, 2026 at 2:00 PM EST Location: RJE Complex, 1080 Pine Street, Starke, Florida. Attendance at the mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit is required for proposal responsiveness. Sealed proposals must be received no later than: September 15, 2026 at 2:00 PM EST. Complete RFP documents may be obtained from CCBC by contacting: Email: ccbc_inc@yahoo.com, Phone: (904) 964-2298 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9am-2pm or (904) 966-1100. Plans available at Paul Stresing Associates, Phone (386) 462-6407, Email: PSA@PaulStesingAssociates.com. CCBC reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, waive minor informalities, and accept the proposal deemed to be in the best interest of CCBC.
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY
Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations for Bradford County, Florida and Incorporated Areas
The Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency has issued a preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), and where applicable, Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report, reflecting proposed flood hazard determinations within Bradford County, Florida and Incorporated Areas. These flood hazard determinations may include the addition or modification of Base Flood Elevations, base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries or zone designations, or the regulatory floodway. Technical information or comments are solicited on the proposed flood hazard determinations shown on the preliminary FIRM and/or FIS report for Bradford County, Florida and Incorporated Areas. These flood hazard determinations are the basis for the floodplain management measures that your community is required to either adopt or show evidence of being already in effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. However, before these determinations are effective for floodplain management purposes, you will be provided an opportunity to appeal the proposed information. For information on the statutory 90-day period provided for appeals, as well as a complete listing of the communities affected and the locations where copies of the FIRM are available for review, please visit FEMA’s website at https://www.floodmaps.fema.gov/fhm/BFE_Status/bfe_main.asp or call the FEMA Mapping and Insurance eXchange (FMIX) toll free at 1-877-FEMA MAP (1-877-336-2627).
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY
Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations for Clay County, Florida and Incorporated Areas
The Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency has issued a preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), and where applicable, Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report, reflecting proposed flood hazard determinations within Clay County, Florida and Incorporated Areas. These flood hazard determinations may include the addition or modification of Base Flood Elevations, base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries or zone designations, or the regulatory floodway. Technical information or comments are solicited on the proposed flood hazard determinations shown on the preliminary FIRM and/or FIS report for Clay County, Florida and Incorporated Areas. These flood hazard determinations are the basis for the floodplain management measures that your community is required to either adopt or show evidence of being already in effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. However, before these determinations are effective for floodplain management purposes, you will be provided an opportunity to appeal the proposed information. For information on the statutory 90-day period provided for appeals, as well as a complete listing of the communities affected and the locations where copies of the FIRM are available for review, please visit FEMA’s website at https://www.floodmaps.fema.gov/fhm/BFE_Status/bfe_main.asp or call the FEMA Mapping and Insurance eXchange (FMIX) toll free at 1-877-FEMA MAP (1-877-336-2627). Clay 8/13 2tchg 8/20-BCT
PUBLIC AUCTION
Ron Denmark Mini storage will hold a public auction on the following units containing personal items on Sept. 4th, 2026 at 10:00am at 2117 N Temple Ave. Starke, FL.
Unit 209 Belonging to N. Clevenger
Unit 187 Belonging to A. Collins
Unit 173 & 174 Belonging to A. Hayes
Unit 68 Belonging to N. Johnson
Unit 200 Belonging to K. Wheaton
Unit 203 Belonging to E. Madore
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR BRADFORD COUNTY, FLORIDA
FILE NO.: 04-2026-CP- 56
PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF
ALICE SERENA NATOUR,
Deceased.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of ALICE SERENA NATOUR, deceased, File Number 042026-CP-56, is pending in the Circuit Court for Bradford County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 345 N. Temple Ave. Starke, Fl 32091. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE NOTIFIED THAT:
All creditors of the decedent and other
persons having claims or demands against decedent’s Estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this Notice is sewed must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s
Estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this Court
WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF
THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED!
The date of the first publication of this Notice is August 20th, 2026
EXECUTED this 14th day of August 2026.
PAUL SANDERS, P.A.
Attorney for Petitioner Florida Bar No.: 557463
132 E. Call St.
Starke, Florida 32091
Telephone: 904/964-2323
MARCIA HODGE, (Petitioner)
1729 NW. County Road 340
Bell, Florida 32619
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE
To satisfy the owner’s storage lien, KO Storage LLC will sell at public lien sale on September 23, 2026. The personal property in the below-listed units, which may include but are not limited to: Household goods, boxes/totes/bags, clothing, bedding, tools and toys. The public sale of these items will begin at 10AM on September 16, 2026 and end at 12PM on September 23, 2026. The public sale will take place on www.storagetreasures.com.
KO Storage of Starke – S Walnut St, 1650 South Walnut Street, Starke FL 32091, (952)-491-6837 Time: 12:00PM CST
A19, Nichols, Miriam, A35, Fitchett, John, B20, Jones, Sharene, B22, Faulkner, Valeria, B82, Solesby, Kayla
Public sale terms, rules, and regulations will be made available on www.storagetreasures.com. All sales are subject to cancellation. We reserve the right to refuse any bid. Payment must be by credit/debit card, we do not accept checks or cash. Buyers must secure the units with their own personal locks. To claim tax-exempt status, original RESALE certificates for each space purchased is required. By KO Storage LLC, 10301 Wayzata Blvd,
Minnetonka, MN 55305. (952)-491-6837
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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED
Notice is hereby given that FIG 20, LLC the holder of the following certificate has filed said certificate for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number and year of issuance, the description of the property, and names in which it was assessed are as follows:
Certificate Number: 214
Year of Issuance: 2024
Parcel Number: 00868-0-01501
Case Number: 2026-TD-004
Description of Property: Commence at an iron pipe located at the NW corner of said SWI/4 of NEI/4 and run South 01 degree,13 minutes and 19 seconds East, along the Westerly boundary thereof, 73.96 feet to the Southerly boundary of the right of way of County Road 225 (formerly State Road 225); thence South 88 degrees, 32 minutes and 11 seconds East, along said Southerly boundary, 829.59 feet to the centerline of a proposed 30 foot Road; thence South 01 degree, 13 minutes and 19 seconds East, along said centerline and parallel with said Westerly boundary, 820.27 feet; thence South 88 degrees, 33 minutes and 12 seconds West, parallel with the Southerly boundary of said SW 1/4 of NE 1/4, a distance of 388.92 feet to a set iron rod for the Point of Beginning. From Point of Beginning thus described continue South 88 degrees, 33 minutes and 12 seconds West, parallel with last said Southerly boundary, 103.39 feet to a set iron rod; thence North 01 degree, 13 minutes and 19 seconds West, parallel with aforesaid Westerly boundary, 422.64 feet; thence South degrees, 59 minutes and 21 seconds East, 103.41 feet; thence South 01 degree, 13 minutes and 19 seconds East, parallel with said Westerly boundary, 420.01 feet to the Point of Beginning. Together with a right of ingress and egress over the following described parcel; that part of the Westerly 60 feet of the SW 1/4 of NW 1/4 of said Section 11, that lies South of County Road 225, together with the Northerly 60 feet of the Southerly 390 feet of the South 1/2 of NE 1/4 except the West 264 feet in said Section 11.
Name in Which Assessed: CHARLES BRYAN SIMPSON
Name on last tax roll, if different:
All of said property being in the County of Bradford, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the BRADFORD COUNTY COURTHOUSE, STARKE, FL on 11/18/2026, at 11:00 AM, or any subsequently scheduled sale date.
Denny Thompson, Clerk Of The Circuit Court Bradford County, Florida
By: KANETRA JENKINS
Kanetra Jenkings, Deputy Clerk
Contact the Tax Deed Office at 904-966-6280 to obtain the amount necessary to redeem.
DATED: August 18, 2026
DATE OF PUBLICATION: AUGUST 20, 2026; AUGUST 27, 2026; SEPTEMBER 3, 2026; SEPTEMBER 10, 2026
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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED
Notice is hereby given that TAX BRAKE FL LLC the holder of the following certificate has filed said certificate for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number and year of issuance, the description of the property, and names in which it was assessed are as follows:
Certificate Number: 1108
Year of Issuance: 2024
Parcel Number: 05970-0-00000
Case Number: 2026-TD-006
Description of Property: Lot 70 of KEYSTONE CLUB ESTATES UNIT ONE REPLAT, according to plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 3, Pages 50 and 51 of public records of Bradford County, Florida
Name in Which Assessed: JOHN M. LOFTIS
Name on last tax roll, if different:
All of said property being in the County of Bradford, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the BRADFORD COUNTY COURTHOUSE, STARKE, FL on 11/18/2026, at 11:00 AM, or any subsequently scheduled sale date.
Denny Thompson, Clerk Of The Circuit Court Bradford County, Florida
BY: KANETRA JENKINS
Kanetra Jenkins, Deputy Clerk
Contact the Tax Deed Office at 904-966-6280 to obtain the amount necessary to redeem.
DATED: August 18, 2026
DATE OF PUBLICATION: AUGUST 20, 2026; AUGUST 27, 2026; SEPTEMBER 3, 2026; SEPTEMBER 10, 2026
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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED
Notice is hereby given that FIG 20, LLC the holder of the following certificate has filed said certificate for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number and year of issuance, the description of the property, and names in which it was assessed are as follows:
Certificate Number: 1153
Year of Issuance: 2024
Parcel Number: 06219-E-01800
Case Number: 04-2026-TD-003
Description of Property: LOTS 16, 17, 18 AND 19, BLOCK 5, SANTA FE SHORES, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 2, PAGES 74 AND 75, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF BRADFORD COUNTY, FLORIDA.
TOGETHER WITH that certain 1988 Pine Mobile Home bearing
VIN#LHMPL28151502381A and VIN#LHMLP28151502381B AND TITLE NUMBERS 45098379 AND 45098381 situated thereon.
Name in Which Assessed: JONATHAN W IVEY & JAMES W IVEY
Name on last tax roll, if different:
All of said property being in the County of Bradford, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the BRADFORD COUNTY COURTHOUSE, STARKE, FL on 10/21/2026, at 11:00 AM, or any subsequently scheduled sale date.
Denny Thompson, Clerk Of The Circuit Court Bradford County, Florida
BY: KANETRA JENKINS
Kanetra Jenkins, Deputy Clerk
Contact the Tax Deed Office at 904-966-6280 to obtain the amount necessary to redeem.
DATED: August 17, 2026
DATE OF PUBLICATION: AUGUST 20, 2026; AUGUST 27, 2026; SEPTEMBER 3; SEPTEMBER 10, 2026
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Suwannee River Water Management District Declaration of Phase II Water Shortage
The Suwannee River Water Management District (District) has issued a Phase II Water Shortage Order, WSO 26-004 for water uses within all Counties located in the District, including all locations in Alachua and Levy counties, excluding the cities of Gainesville, Micanopy, and Hawthorne located in Alachua County.
To learn more or to view WSO 26-004, visit our website at www.mysuwanneeriver.com.
UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE – UCT
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR UNION COUNTY, FLORIDA.
CASE No. 24000047CAAXMX
PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION,
PLAINTIFF,
VS.
REBECCA M. NETTLES, ET AL.
DEFENDANT(S).
NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE
#20286
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to the Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated February 24, 2025, in the above action, I will sell to the highest bidder for cash at Union County, Florida, on October 15, 2026, at 11:00 AM, at Foyer of courthouse – 55 W. Main St., Lake Butler, FL 32054 for the following described property:
“Part of the South 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 15, Township 5 South, Range 20 East, Union County, Florida, containing one-acre, more or less, as defined by four concrete monuments. These monuments are located as follows: Running Southerly along the supposed East boundary of the above 20 acre tract to a monument said to be the Southeast corner thereof, run right through a deflection angle of 86 degrees 15; Thence 163.33 feet to a point, at which turn right through a deflection angle of 48 degrees 05`; Thence Northwesterly along this course a distance of 512.00 feet, to a monument, this monument being the East corner monument of the one-acre tract herein described, thence run left through a deflection angle of 89 degrees 59; Thence along this line, being a boundary of the one-acre tract herein described for a distance of 209.00 feet to a monument, being the Southern corner of the one-acre tract herein described, thence turning right through a deflection angle of 90 degrees 03`; Thence along this course being a boundary of the one-acre tract herein described, a distance of 210.00 feet to a monument, being the West corner of the aforesaid one-acre tract, thence turning right through a deflection angle of 89 degrees 50; Thence along this course, being a boundary of the one-acre tract herein described, a distance of 210 00 feet to a monument, being the North corner of the aforesaid one-acre tract, and thence turning right through a deflection angle of 90 degrees 07`; Thence along this course, being a boundary of the aforesaid one-acre tract, a distance of 210.00 feet to a monument, being the East corner previously mentioned; It being specifically understood the aforesaid monuments are and remain the boundaries of the parcel herein described. AND Commence at the Northwest corner of the South 1/2 of Southwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4, Section 15, Township 5 South, Range 20 East, Union County, Florida, and run North 84 degrees 30` 27″” East along the North line of said South 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4, 146.89 feet, thence South 44 degrees 32` 28″” East, 420.69 feet to the point of beginning, thence South 42 degrees 52` 17″” West 122.00 feet, thence South 47 degrees 08` 43″” East, 210.00 feet, thence North 42 degrees 52` 17″” East, 210.00 feet, thence North 47 degrees 08` 43″” West 210.00 feet, thence South 42 degrees 52` 17″” West, 88.00 feet to the Point of Beginning.”
Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a claim before the clerk reports the surplus as unclaimed. The Court, in its discretion, may enlarge the time of the sale. Notice of the changed time of sale shall be published as provided herein.
By: /s/ C. Hollingsworth
Deputy Clerk of the Court
Prepared by:
Tromberg, Miller, Morris & Partners, PLLC
600 West Hillsboro Boulevard
Suite 600
Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact ADA Coordinator, at Alachua County Courthouse, 201 E. University Avenue, Room 410, Gainesville, FL 32601, Phone 352-337-6237 or ada@circuit8.org at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately on receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711.
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NOTICE OF INTENTION TO REGISTER FICTITIOUS NAME
Pursuant to Section 865.09, Florida Statutes, notice is hereby given that the undersigned: REBEKAH HARRIS, 10440 SW 72nd St., Lake Butler, FL 32054, Sole owners, doing business under the firm name of: CREATING WITHOUT A CLUE, 10440 SW 72nd St., Lake Butler, FL 32054intends to register fictitious name under the aforesaid statute. Dated this 17th day of August A.D., 2026, in UNION County.
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LEGAL NOTICE
UNION COUNTY
TRANSPORTATION DISADVANTAGED COORDINATING BOARD
BUSINESS MEETING
The North Central Florida Regional Planning Council announces a business meeting to which all persons are invited.
DATE AND TIME September 3, 2026 at 1:00 p.m.
PLACE: Union County Transportation Facility located at 255 SW 9th Avenue, Lake Butler, Florida
DIAL IN NUMBER Toll free 1.888.585.9008
CONFERENCE CODE: 864 183 272
GENERAL SUBJECT MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED: To conduct the regular business of the Union County Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Board.
For additional information or to obtain a copy of the agenda interested persons may contact: North Central Florida Regional Planning Council, 2009 NW 67th Place, Gainesville, Florida 32653-1603; franson@ncfrpc.org or 352.955.2200.
Any person may submit written or other physical evidence which he or she intends to offer into evidence during the meeting to Lynn Franson, Senior Planner, at North Central Florida Regional Planning Council, 2009 NW 67th Place, Gainesville, Florida 32653-1603; or franson@ncfrpc.org.
Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this meeting is asked to advise the agency at least 2 business days before the meeting by contacting 352.955.2200. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the agency using the Florida Relay Service, 1.800. 955.8771 (TDD) or 1.800. 955.8770 (Voice).
If any person decides to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at the meeting, he/she will need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence from which the appeal is to be issued
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CONTINUED BUDGET WORKSHOP NOTICE
The City of Lake Butler City Commission will hold a CONTINUED BUDGET WORKSHOP for the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Annual Operating Budget on Tuesday, August 25th, 2026 at 5:00pm at the City Commission Chambers located in City Hall at 200 SW 1st Street Lake Butler, FL 32054
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NOTICE OF SELF STORAGE SALE
Please take notice Lake Butler Mini Storage, located at 1015 SW 3rd St. Lake Butler, FL, 32054 intends to hold an auction of goods stored in the following units in default for non-payment of rent on
Lockerfox.com. The sale will occur on 8/28/26 at 11:59am on Lockerfox.com. Unless stated otherwise the description of the contents are household goods and furnishings.
Unit Number(s) NAME Balance
34 Amber Cannon $205.00
30 Charles Jackson $193.00
53 Emallee E. Kirby $185.88
59 Carol G. Smith $185.88
35 Freida E. Crawford $141.02
27 Davalier Blocker $95.10
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BUDGET WORKSHOPS
“The Union County Board of County Commissioners will hold Budget Workshops on Thursday, August 27th at 3:00 PM and Thursday, September 3rd at 3:00 PM. The Meetings will be held in the Board Meeting Room of the Union County Courthouse.”
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COMMISSION MEETING
“The regularly scheduled Board of County Commissioners business meeting for September 7th, 2026, will be moved to September 8th 2026th in observance of Labor Day. The meeting will be held at 4:30 in the Board Meeting Room of the Union County Courthouse.”
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Lake Region
NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION
Notice is hereby given that pursuant to the Florida Self Storage Facility Act Statutes (Section 83.801, 83,809), Lake Area Storage, LLC, will sell the following items to the highest and best bidder on Monday, August 31, 2026 at 9:00 A.M. (EST) at 7101 SR 21, Keystone Heights, Florida 32656: Unit# 236, containing misc. household items.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION
Notice is hereby given that pursuant to the Florida Self Storage Facility Act Statutes (Section 83.801, 83.809), Lake Area Storage, LLC, will sell the following items to the highest and best bidder on Monday, August 31, 2026 at 9:00 A.M. (EST) at 7101 SR 21, Keystone Heights, Florida 32656: Unit# 310, containing misc. household items.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION
Notice is hereby given that pursuant to the Florida Self Storage Facility Act Statutes (Section 83.801, 83.809), Lake Area Storage, LLC, will sell the following items to the highest and best bidder on Monday, August 31, 2026 at 9:00 A.M. (EST) at 7101 SR 21, Keystone Heights, Florida 32656: Unit# 347, containing misc. household items.
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INVITATION TO BID (ITB)
Project Title: Tennis Court Lighting
Bid Release Date: August 20, 2026 (8:30 AM)
Bid Submission Deadline: August 31, 2026 (4:00 PM)
Pre Bid Meeting: August 25, 2026 (2:00 PM)
Bid Opening: September 3, 2026 (10:00 AM)
1. Project Overview
The owner is requesting sealed bids from licensed contractors to supply and install overhead tennis court/basketball court lighting. Design target should be a minimum of 50 average maintained horizontal footcandles and a minimum of 2.0:1 maximum to minimum uniformity ratio.
Project Location
555 S Lawrence Blvd, Keystone Heights, FL 32656.
The site features two (2) existing tennis courts and one (1) existing full basketball court.
Pre-Bid Meeting
Pre bid meeting is scheduled for August 25,2026 and will be at 555 S Lawrence Blvd. This will be an opportunity to inspect existing wiring and electrical capabilities, placement of new poles with lighting, and site conditions. (Pre-bid meeting is not mandatory but encouraged.)
2. Scope of Work (Turnkey Installation)
The selected contractor must provide all turnkey labor and materials to complete the following:
• Mobilization
•New steel lighting poles and foundations (Designed for a sports-lighting application and applicable wind loads.)
• LED sports lighting fixtures (Quantity and Placement of fixtures as well as life expectancy of bulbs.) Fixture mounting hardware and aiming of the fixtures
• Electrical service and distribution
• Underground conduit
• Conductors and grounding if required
• Disconnects and circuit protection
• Lighting Controls (timers, photocell, etc.): Activation system shall include a weatherproof, vandal-resistant manual public activation station located near the courts, with separately labeled controls for each of the two tennis courts and basketball court. Public users shall be able to activate each court’s lights independently during hours of darkness only. Each activation shall run for a City-programmable timed interval and shall be subject to a City-programmed mandatory shutoff time and override. The system shall include photocell or astronomical-clock functionality).
• Junction/pull boxes
• Concrete foundations
• Equipment rental, including lifts and any other necessary equipment
• Final testing and commissioning
• Restoration of disturbed areas (Grad and re-sod if necessary.)
• Protection of existing courts (Courts are new and the intent is to keep the finish in like-new condition.)
• As-built documentation including pole locations, wiring locations, and any other applicable underground information.
• Warranty (The selected contractor shall provide a minimum one-year warranty covering installation, foundations, electrical work, controls, aiming, and commissioning beginning on the date of final acceptance. Lighting fixtures, drivers, poles, controls, and other manufactured components shall include the manufacturer’s standard written warranty, with a minimum five-year warranty preferred for LED fixtures and controls. The contractor shall provide all warranty documentation before final payment and shall be responsible for coordinating warranty service during the warranty period.)
• All other activities to deliver fully functional system/systems.
3. Submission Requirements
Bidders must submit an all-inclusive lump-sum pricing for both of the tennis courts and basketball court. Each bid shall include a photometric lighting plan for the two tennis courts and one basketball court showing proposed pole locations, pole heights, fixture quantities, fixture specifications, aiming average maintained horizontal footcandles, minimum and maximum footcandles, and maximum-to-minimum uniformity ratio.
4. Submission Requirements
Bids must be received on or before the submission deadline. Contractors may submit using the following method:
• By Mail / In Person: 555 S. Lawrence Blvd, Keystone Heights, FL 32656
•Bids may be emailed: wright@keystoneheights.us (Bids emailed will be saved opened at same time as all other bids received)
• The City reserves the right to reject any and all proposals
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