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Action Together NEPA is proud to endorse Pam Hemann for PA House District 110! Let’s send Pam to the PA House to represent folks in Bradford & Wyoming counties!

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Pam Hemann endorsed candidate for PA House District 110 in 2026.
August 12, 2026 at 5:30 PM
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A resident's fiery objections to a $10 billion airport investment raise alarming questions about foreign influence and cultural identity in Bradford County.

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Public commenter raises objections to proposed airport investment, invoking concerns about foreign involvement and Islam
Resident Beau Hastings criticized a proposed airport investment, referencing an earlier remark about 'the rise of Islam' and saying the investment could bring a foreign country and 'Islam' to the community; he acknowledged critics could call him 'Islamophobic.'
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August 5, 2026 at 8:10 AM
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Residents in Bradford County are sounding the alarm on potential budget cuts and rising insurance costs as they prepare for a crucial vote in November.

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Residents urge preparation, efficiency and benefit changes at Bradford County town-hall
Multiple residents urged the county to prepare for Amendment 3 by reviewing budgets, considering asset sales, and asking employees to share benefit costs; speakers gave differing figures for insurance and polling and called for a budget workshop.
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July 27, 2026 at 2:53 PM
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Bradford County residents face a potential $5.4 million loss in funding if a proposed homestead exemption amendment passes, which could mean higher fees and reduced services for everyone else.

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Bradford County town-hall outlines $5.4 million loss if homestead-exemption amendment passes
County presenters warned that a proposed statewide homestead-exemption increase (Amendment 3) could cut about $5.4 million in ad valorem revenue for Bradford County, forcing major service reductions or new assessments; commissioners made no decisions and solicited public input.
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July 27, 2026 at 2:51 PM
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Bradford County is exploring new revenue strategies to tackle a $5.4 million shortfall, including significant hikes in fire and solid-waste assessments—could your wallet be affected?

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County presents revenue options: higher assessments, franchise fees and MSBUs among choices
Bradford County staff presented revenue options to offset a projected $5.4 million shortfall, including increasing the fire assessment to 100% (about $1.6M), raising the solid-waste assessment (about $750K), and pursuing higher franchise fees from Clay Electric and FPL (about $1.3M); county noted statutory limits on certain tax tools.
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July 27, 2026 at 2:52 PM
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Bradford County is facing potential revenue losses of over $10 million in just two years due to a proposed property-tax amendment—are you ready to learn how this could impact our community?

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Bradford County schedules workshop to explain local impacts of proposed property‑tax amendment
County staff will host a public workshop July 21 to outline local fiscal impacts of a proposed statewide property‑tax amendment; staff estimated Bradford County could lose about $4.6 million in year one and $5.4 million in year two if the measure passes.
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July 10, 2026 at 11:28 PM
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Visited the Public Atheist Monument in Starke 🪨 — a rare courthouse landmark tied to free speech and church-state separation.

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June 25, 2026 at 12:08 PM
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Senator Bradley reveals a bold plan to increase the homestead exemption from $50,000 to $250,000, potentially slashing Bradford County's revenue by $5 million—will voters approve it this November?

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Senator briefs Bradford County on proposed homestead-exemption increase that could cut about $5 million from local revenue
State Senator Bradley told the board that a special-session proposal would raise the homestead exemption from $50,000 to $250,000 for homesteads and reduce the non-homestead valuation cap from 10% to 5%, a change that staff estimate could reduce Bradford County revenue by roughly $5 million and would be phased in over several years.
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June 3, 2026 at 9:39 PM
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Exciting plans are on the horizon for Bradford County as a new strategic development proposal aims to transform the airport, bypass, and fairgrounds into economic powerhouses!

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Staff presents CPTA strategic plan targeting airport, bypass and fairgrounds to spur economic development
A consultant presented a state-funded CPTA strategic development plan that inventories county assets and proposes three target initiatives — bypass intersections, Keystone Airport land and a reprogrammed fairgrounds — and asked for commissioner feedback before the state grant deadline; staff will deliver the final draft the next day.
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May 23, 2026 at 12:03 AM
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Bradford County faces rising budget pressures from fuel costs and employee benefits, pushing commissioners to delay a critical cost-of-living adjustment decision.

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Bradford County delays COLA decision as budgets show fuel, benefits and roofing pressures
County commissioners on June 5 reviewed department budgets, noting fuel and insurance cost drivers, a $200,000 library AC/CIP item and a $1.3 million boat-ram p estimate; commissioners agreed to postpone a cost-of-living adjustment decision until late July as state budget uncertainties persist.
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May 23, 2026 at 12:00 AM
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Residents and environmental advocates are demanding a pause on the controversial Douglas warehouse lease for a federal detention center, citing serious concerns over contamination and fiscal impacts.

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Residents, environmental groups urge pause on Douglas property lease and proposed detention center
Dozens of residents and civic groups strongly opposed a sheriff‑led lease of the Douglas warehouse for a proposed federal detention center, citing contamination, water/sewer capacity, potential costs to taxpayers and late posting of lease documents; the sheriff presented a lease proposal but the board did not record a final vote.
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April 18, 2026 at 5:27 AM
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Bradford County is making significant strides in economic development, infrastructure improvements, and community engagement, all while prioritizing local vendors and public-private partnerships.

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Bradford County managers highlight jobs, grants and public‑safety gains in annual reports
County manager and department directors reported economic development leads, airport and road grants, library and extension program growth, a profitable county fair and fire‑rescue performance metrics; officials said work on procurement updates and infrastructure planning continues.
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April 18, 2026 at 5:15 AM
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Residents of Bradford County are rallying against a proposed ICE detention center at the Douglas Building, citing serious environmental and moral concerns that could impact the community.

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Residents urge Bradford County to reject or pause Douglas Building lease for proposed ICE detention center; commission agrees to explore alternatives
Dozens of residents urged Bradford County commissioners to halt plans for an ICE detention center at the Douglas Building, citing groundwater contamination, wastewater and infrastructure strain, fiscal risk and moral objections. Commissioners voted to explore lease and marketing alternatives rather than commit to a sheriff-led detention lease.
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April 8, 2026 at 10:03 PM
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Residents are rallying against the proposed conversion of the Douglas Warehouse into an ICE detention center, highlighting alarming concerns over groundwater contamination and the potential impact on their community.

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Residents urge Bradford County to halt Douglas Warehouse conversion to ICE detention center, citing contamination and community impact
Dozens of Bradford County residents told commissioners they oppose converting the Douglas Warehouse into a 3,000‑bed ICE facility, citing historical groundwater contamination (TCE and 1,4‑dioxane), potential traffic and service strain, and calls for independent environmental and legal review.
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February 22, 2026 at 12:43 PM
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Bradford County is on the verge of updating its subdivision regulations, but state restrictions are holding back potentially stronger measures—what's next for local development?

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Bradford County workshop advances non-restrictive subdivision rule changes while awaiting state action
County officials and a consultant reviewed proposed subdivision regulation updates—including MSBUs, lot-split procedures, updated paving standards and surety requirements—and agreed to submit a pared-down LDR draft for board review on March 6 while saving potentially "more restrictive" measures until state legislation is resolved.
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February 6, 2026 at 8:58 AM
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Bradford County residents are raising their voices against plans to convert the Douglas Building into an ICE detention facility, demanding transparency and thorough impact reviews before any decisions are made.

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Bradford County residents urge pause to talks about converting Douglas Building into ICE detention site
Scores of local residents told the Bradford County commissioners they oppose talks to convert the county-owned Douglas Building into an ICE detention facility, citing infrastructure strain, procedural notice concerns, oversight and humanitarian risks and urging a pause for public briefings and impact reviews.
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February 5, 2026 at 7:48 AM
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Bradford County is at a crossroads as commissioners move to convert a warehouse into an ICE detention facility, sparking fierce community debate over safety and economic impact.

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Bradford County commissioners authorize development of proposal to convert warehouse into ICE detention facility amid local protests
The Bradford County Board of Commissioners voted to allow a consultant and the sheriff’s office to develop a proposal to offer a 30‑acre warehouse to ICE under an intergovernmental service agreement; residents raised safety, location and tourism concerns while proponents highlighted jobs and infrastructure upgrades. The item will return to the board for final approval after ICE negotiation.
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January 16, 2026 at 8:54 PM
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Residents in Bradford County are divided over a controversial proposal to turn county land into an ICE detention facility, sparking heated debates about costs, community impact, and human rights.

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Residents clash over proposal to convert county land into ICE detention facility
Public comment at a Bradford County commissioners meeting focused on a proposal to repurpose the Douglas property as an ICE detention center, with multiple residents citing alleged abuses, costs, and reputational harm while a smaller number voiced support and raised concerns about crime and elected officials.
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January 16, 2026 at 8:53 PM
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Bradford County commissioners are diving into a game-changing housing proposal that could reshape the community—will they take the plunge?

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Commissioners hear CPACE financing presentation and CityWalk housing proposal; decide to defer final action
After a presentation by the Florida Development Finance Corporation on a commercial PACE program and a developer’s CityWalk rent-to-own proposal, Bradford County commissioners requested more consultation with the city, the tax collector and property appraiser and agreed to defer final action to the Nov. 18 meeting.
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November 12, 2025 at 10:11 PM
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Brooker officials are sounding the alarm over dangerously long emergency response times, urging for crucial funding to complete their fire station and protect the growing community.

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Brooker leaders press delegation for remaining funds to finish fire station and apparatus
Brooker town leaders and the county fire chief urged the delegation to provide remaining state funding for a new Brooker fire station and firefighting apparatus, citing 25–30 minute response times from distant stations and growing local population near the charter school.
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October 25, 2025 at 12:31 AM
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Bradford County officials are urgently seeking $1.5 million to complete critical courthouse renovations and enhance public safety as they push for state support in an upcoming delegation meeting.

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Bradford County delegation meeting: county leaders ask state for $millions for courthouse, roads, water and public safety
County officials outlined a package of funding requests for Bradford County infrastructure and public-safety projects, including $1.5 million for courthouse renovations, road repairs, water and wastewater extensions to the Starke bypass, and continued support for small‑county road programs and public safety equipment.
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October 24, 2025 at 5:59 PM
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Nonprofits in Bradford County are rallying for legislative support to tackle staffing shortages and expand access to vital services—what changes are on the horizon?

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Nonprofits and service providers ask delegation for program funding and policy changes
The Arc of Florida presented a legislative champion award to Senator Bradley and highlighted HB 1103’s passage; Guardian ad Litem leaders requested salary adjustments to retain staff; the National Association of Social Workers urged Florida to join the Social Work Interstate Licensure Compact to expand mental‑health capacity in rural areas.
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October 24, 2025 at 5:39 PM
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A $1 million connector road could unlock 100 acres at Keystone Heights Airport, promising 600 new jobs and a $400 million investment in industrial development!

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Keystone Heights Airport authority seeks $1 million connector road as developers outline 600‑job plan
Airport officials asked the delegation for $1 million to complete an economic corridor road that would open 100 acres for industrial development. Northeast Florida EDC presented a developer prospectus that estimated a $400 million capital investment and 600 jobs in a three‑phase buildout of airport property.
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October 24, 2025 at 3:57 PM
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City of Starke officials unveiled a $14 million plan to extend vital water and sewer services to the State Road 16 bypass, sparking debate and demands for clearer documentation from Bradford County commissioners.

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City of Starke, Bradford County outline $14 million plan to extend water and sewer to State Road 16 bypass
City of Starke engineers presented two sewer-extension alternatives and a timeline to Bradford County commissioners, who reaffirmed a prior $4 million ARPA commitment but pressed city staff for clearer drawings, a tighter timeline and quarterly updates.
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October 23, 2025 at 2:51 PM
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Bradford County is undergoing a transformative shift as officials approve major land use changes, paving the way for economic growth by converting agricultural and residential areas into commercial hotspots.

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Bradford County Approves Multiple Land Use Changes from Agricultural to Commercial
County commissioners approve zoning and land use changes for three parcels in Bradford County.
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July 18, 2025 at 3:44 PM