Trenton man laying on SR 26 killed early Saturday morning
Florida Highway Patrol said a Trenton man was killed early Saturday morning when he was hit by a vehicle while laying in the road.Troopers said the 30-year-old man was laying on State Road 26 around 1:30 a.m. when he was struck by a vehicle.FHP said the injuries from this impact were fatal.Troopers said the vehicle… Continue reading Trenton man laying on SR 26 killed early Saturday morning
Celebrate America Festival with Free Military Admission at Wild Adventures Theme Park
SubmittedWild Adventures Theme Park in Valdosta, Ga., will host its Celebrate America Festival powered by Georgia Power from June 20 through July 12, a patriotic three-week event honoring 250 years of America, military service and bringing families together through fireworks, concerts, summertime thrills and gallons of waterpark fun. The festival includes free admission for military… Continue reading Celebrate America Festival with Free Military Admission at Wild Adventures Theme Park
Sheriff asks City of Trenton to reconsider waiting to hire new chief before deciding whether to send cars, equipment to GCSO
The City of Trenton heard from Sheriff Bobby Schultz, decided on eight candidates to interview for its public safety chief position, decided on locations for new stop signs in the southwest section and set the pay for its new fire officer.City commissioner began the meeting by narrowing down the 25 applicants for its public safety… Continue reading Sheriff asks City of Trenton to reconsider waiting to hire new chief before deciding whether to send cars, equipment to GCSO
FHP issues motorist advisory due to Gilchrist County wildfire
Florida Highway Patrol issued a motorist advisory due to a 145-acre wildfire between State Road 47 and US 129. FHP said this fire could affect on SR 47, US 129 and County Road 232, as well as other area roadways, due to smoke on the roadways throughout the night and into the early morning hours.… Continue reading FHP issues motorist advisory due to Gilchrist County wildfire
HCA Florida encourages Floridians to protect their skin this summer
SubmittedMay is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and HCA Florida West Marion Hospital are encouraging local residents to reduce their risk of skin cancer by taking steps to protect their skin this summer.Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and damage from ultraviolet, or UV,… Continue reading HCA Florida encourages Floridians to protect their skin this summer
Trenton Valedictorian says Autism “architect of (her) perspective” in speech
The following is a transcript of Trenton Valedictorian Kenadee Langford’s speech from Thursday night:Good evening, members of the School Board, administrators, our dedicated faculty, honored guests, families, and most importantly, the extraordinary, resilient, and history-making Class of 2026.I ask you, my fellow graduates, to take a deliberate, quiet moment to look across this field and… Continue reading Trenton Valedictorian says Autism “architect of (her) perspective” in speech
Palms Medical Group offering free sports physicals
SubmittedParents with children who play sports can rest assured this summer, as Palms Medical Group is offering free sports physicals* at all locations for young athletes in the community. These physicals may be completed any time during operating hours throughout June and July 2026.Palms Medical Group offices are located in the following communities: Bell, Branford,… Continue reading Palms Medical Group offering free sports physicals
Tigers win third straight state title
Trenton took home its third straight softball state championship last week.The Tigers defeated Madison County in the semifinals and Liberty County in championship game.The Tigers’ semifinal win was a low-scoring pitchers’ duel as Trenton took a 1-0 win.Addison Allaire threw a no-hitter, striking out 16 Madison County hitters while allowing just three walks, and the… Continue reading Tigers win third straight state title
County moving forward in process to purchase new solid waste property
The Gilchrist County Board of County Commissioners voted to move forward and begin the process of purchasing property for a new solid waste facility.The new property is located on County Road 340, half a mile to three-quarters of a mile west of State Road 47, County Administrator Bobby Crosby said at the May 18 meeting.The… Continue reading County moving forward in process to purchase new solid waste property
Tiger baseball wins region, advances to state for third year in a row
Trenton baseball swept Williston Friday and Saturday to clinch its third straight trip to the Final Four.On Friday, The Tigers jumped out to a 6-0 lead in the first inning. Despite not scoring over the final six innings, Williston never threatened, scoring just once in the fifth inning, and Trenton took game one of the… Continue reading Tiger baseball wins region, advances to state for third year in a row
