Bell High School senior Kylee Barry signed with Newberry college to play softball on Friday, December 7 at 2:30 p.m. at the Iris Roberts Auditorium, Bell High School. Newberry College is located in Newberry, South Carolina. Kylee has played on the varsity softball team since 7th grade. She has competed in four State Final Fours (two softball, two volleyball) this ... Full Story »
submitted On Friday, December 7, Trenton’s Christian School, Riverside Wranglers headed to Southeastern Stadium “Victory Field” for the 6 man state championship game. They knew they were facing a Goliath going up against the defending champs and undefeated #1 seed, Cornerstone Christian Academy of Gainesville, Florida. Riverside was hoping to find the “David” in themselves and overcome the team that ... Full Story »
By Cindy Jo Ayers Firemen from throughout the county received a call in the early morning hours of Monday, December 10. Firemen and trucks began arriving shortly after 12:30 a.m. to the home of Casey and Marianne Carlisle at 4022 SE 17th Trail, in the Waters Lake area of Gilchrist County. It was reported that Carlisle heard a noise and ... Full Story »
Pony rides, ice sledding, live Nativity, Christmas music, free bikes and lots of good food all came together to make a very festive Christmas on Main. The annual Chamber of Commerce sponsored event was a huge success this year in Trenton. Chilly weather made Thursday evening, December 6, just right for lots of free food for those 2000 or so ... Full Story »
On Tuesday, December 4th, some of the area’s top spellers represented their schools in Gilchrist County’s District Spelling Bee held at Bell High School. There were 12 contestants, in grades 4-8, representing 6 schools. Bell Elementary was represented at the bee by Madilyn Whittington and Neju Rashid. Trenton Elementary sent their winners Kenadee Langford and Madison Wilder to the bee. ... Full Story »
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