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Fri 9/25 88/75 88/75 Sat 9/26 86/74 F L 0 RIDA'S OLDEST WEEKLY N EWS PAP ER NEWS' L EADER FRIDAY September 25,2009/20 PAGES 2 SECTIONS *fbnewsleadercom Private firm to manage city marina ANGELA DAUGHTRY News Leader A private firm will take over man- agement later this year, heralding a new day for the controversial city mari- na that has lagged financially for years. Fernandina Beach Commissioners voted 4-1 at a special meeting Monday to negotiate a contract with Westrec Marine to manage the city marina. Commissioner Jeffrey Bunch voted against going forward with negotia- tions, and some local charter captains voiced concerns over the impending privatization. A city marina committee chose Westrec out of five marina manage- ment firms that responded to the city's request for qualifications. After presentations Monday by committee vice chair Dave Lott and a representative of Westrec, commis- sioners agreed to accept the recom- mendation, assuming approval of a more detailed contract before the com- pany takes over operations. Two charter boat operators voiced concerns about the public marina being taken over by a private company. Wanda Hair, who owns a charter oper- ation with her husband, Steve, said a number of captains are looking into forming an official charter boat asso- ciation, and said that many captains had been "forced out of business" because of the economy and accom- panying increases in regulations and licensing fees. Hair said "allowing a private busi- ness (to run the marina) is a travesty ... this is where our local boats con- duct their business." "With any privatization there are no guarantees for slips," Hair went on. "This could cause even more hardship ... I refuse to go the way of the shrimp boats. Our fleet has dwindled down to a handful of captains." Allen Mills of AC Charters was not as pessimistic as Hair. "It's time for new ideas downtown," Mills said. "I think we need something different. We need to make a gem out of the marina. "You hold a lot of the future for us," Mills said. "Please realize you can't afford (to charge) $15 a foot (per boat.) Drop it to $12 or $10 a foot and fill all the slips." Mills also expressed hope that an empty kiosk on the waterfront could be used for a charter associa- tion office. MARINA Continued on 3A Electric rate hike in January Citing increased costs from its wholesale power provider, Florida Public Utilities (FPU) has filed a pur- chased power cost adjustment with the Florida Public Service Commission (FPSC) that would increase bills in January. Purchased power cost increases will take effect Jan. 1, resulting in a total increase for residential electric service of 1.4 percent. The electric bill for a residential customer using 1,000 kwh per month will increase from $129.99 to $131.83, not including taxes and franchise fees. FPU does not generate power and purchases energy wholesale from JEA. By state regulation, purchased power costs are directly passed through to customers without any mark-up. FPU does not earn a profit on this portion of customers' electric bills. FPU's base customer charge remains unchanged. "In today's economy, we recognize that any increase, no matter how slight, will have an impact on our customers," said Mark Cutshaw, general manager of FPU's Northeast Division, in a press release. "We're committed to working with our customers to address the impact of these costs as best as possi- ble." "We continue to increase our out- reach into the community to educate customers about conservation meas- ures that can directly reduce costs," added Cutshaw. "Our customer rela- tions team is also working with cus- tomers on a case-by-case basis to explore payment options and, when necessary, directing customers to area organizations for payment assistance." FPU offers customers conserva- FPU Continued on 3A County, city spat on sand RYAN SMITH News Leader Debate flared Monday between Fernandina Beach and Nassau County commissioners over cost sharing for a beach renovation project in the city. Last year the Nassau County Shore Protection Project widened and restored 3.8 miles of beach from Fort Clinch State Park to south of Sadler Road at Seaside Park. The federal gov- ernment picked up about 79 percent of the project's $15 million price tag. The Florida Department of Environmental Protection paid 10 percent, and the remaining 11 percent was shared by Fernandina Beach and Nassau County. A portion of that 11 percent was at BEACH Continued on 3A PHOTOS BY JASON YURGARTIS/NEWS-LEADER Residents of the Lofton Creek area, top, address a panel consisting of State Rep. Janet Adkins, State Sen. Steve Wise, county and Florida Department of Environmental Protection officials above, at a Monday forum. State won't enforce rules as dock solution sought JASON YURGARTIS News Leader The state Department of Environmental Protection has agreed to suspend penalties until June for non-com- pliant docks in an aquatic preserve in the Lofton Creek area in the hope that a legislative fix can be achieved in the 2010 session. State Rep. Janet Adkins presented a loose outline of potential solutions Monday night to a standing-room-only crowd at the Betty P. Cook Nassau Center in Yulee. I'.... , ... . .1.u, might include - and let me empha- size might - variances or waivers, rule amendments, going through joint administrative procedures, an envi- ronmental regulation commission, amended permits, easements and the possibility of a bill or local bill," she said. The community forum, hosted by Adkins, included panel members Sen. Steve Wise, county officials and state DEP employees, who were on hand to answer questions, allay concerns and discuss a possible solution for those found in violation of DEP regulations. The town-hall-style event was the result of a recent evaluation by the DEP that found 99 out of 110 docks in the Lofton Creek area to be out of compliance with state-mandated aquatic preserve requirements. The compliance sweep stemmed from a series of resident complaints to the DEP dating back to September 2008, and culminated with a March request that all docks in the area be inspected. Adkins kicked off the night by reiterating what many in the audience already knew. '"There is various criteria for construction of single-family docks, and I will tell you, it is incredibly, incredibly confusing," she said. "One thing that we have heard over and over again since February is that most homeowners, county officials, real estate agents and even title insurance companies were unaware that their property was within an aquat- ic preserve." Residents of Lofton Creek and others on hand had a wide range of questions, from how property values will be affected by the DEP's findings to whether the unique DOCKS Continued on 4A Landfill may close Thursday RYAN SMITH News Leader Open or closed, the West Nassau Landfill will cost money. Closure, how- ever, will save money in the long run, according to County Coordinator Ed Sealover. But county residents can expect to pay a couple of dollars more a month once the landfill is closed next week. Myron Thomas, general manager of Stateline Disposal in Fernandina Beach, said his company is trying to keep the extra charges as low as pos- sible. "There will be a price increase.. We're basically looking at $1.75 per month, plus fuel surcharge, which is $1.91," he said. "It's basically bare- bones. We're hoping it makes us whole. We know the economic times we're in and have been doing every- thing we can to negotiate landfill rates. We've been pretty successful with that figure. It was much less than I thought it was going to be. "Basically if you're living in the city this won't really affect you because that rate is negotiated by the city," he added. "People out in the county with once-a-week pickup, they're really the ones this will affect." Thomas said the move of Nassau's trash to a Georgia landfill has meant extra expense for his company as well. "We're going to add an additional three trucks to move the volume, because the weight limitations change when you cross state lines," he said. "That's been our biggest hurdle." "The original estimated closure costs were somewhere in the area of LANDFILL Continued on 3A CityOKs 2009-10 budget ANGELA DAUGHTRY News Leader Despite a few setbacks and last- minute objections by local residents, city commissioners approved 4-1 the 2009-10 budget Tuesday at City Hall. Commissioner Jeffrey Bunch voted against. The total budget for the fiscal year that starts Oct. 1 is $87.4 million. The millage rate for city property owners is set at 4.4855, an increase from last year's rate of 4.2209. That's in addition to the millage levied by the Nassau County Commission, which will hold a final budget hearing Monday at 7 p.m. at the James S. Page Governmental Complex on Nassau Place in Yulee, BUDGET Continued on 3A News-Leader INDEX SFA TURLE NESTING SEASON 155thyear No 77 CLASSIFIEDS ..............................3.............B OBITUARIES ...........................................2A * 2009Nests:89 Hatchlings:5738 Copyright 2009 CROSSWORD/SUDOKU.....2B OUT AND ABOUT .................2B 2nestslostduetostorms The Newseader EDITORIAL .................................. 7A SCHOOLS ...............................................10A Please turn offorrediretightsshining Fernandina Beach, FL k FISHING ..................................... 14A SERVICE DIRECTORY ...................... 4B directly on the beach Fora detailed count 1 4264 0003 3 nwsprnwhsoy based ink LEISURE ........................................................ IB SPORTS .................................................... 12A see wwwam eiaislandseaturtlewatchcom. Hornets vs. Pirates PAGE 12A TIAL FESTIVAL Ballroom gold PAGE IOA MAGENTA BLACK 'Get Jazzed' PAGE IB FRIDAY, September 25,2009 NEWS News-Leader crimes over the same period the year before. September 1, 1984 10 YEARS AGO The Nassau County Sheriff's Office reported five burglaries and one case of price gouging during the evacuation for Hurricane Floyd. September 2, 1999 Today's Weather Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue 9/25 9/26 9/27 9/28 9/29 88/75 86/74 85/73 85/73 84/67 Some clouds Partly Scattered Scattered Partly and possibly cloudy, thunder- thunder- cloudy. an isolated chance of a storms, storms pos- Highs in the thunder- thunder- Highs in the sible. mid 80s and storm in the storm. mid 80s and lows in the afternoon, lows in the upper 60s. Humid. low 70s. Sunrise: Sunrise: Sunrise: Sunrise: Sunrise: 7:16 AM 7:17 AM 7:18 AM 7:18 AM 7:19 AM Sunset: Sunset: Sunset: Sunset: Sunset: 7.19PM 7.17PM 7.16PM 7.15PM 7.14PM Florida At A Glance Fernandina Beach S - 88/75 - OTallahassee 1) Jacksonville Pensacola ' '\ 89/79 -- � A N. K I Orlando Tampa . 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SUBSCRIPTION RATES Mail in Nassau County ............. . . .$36.00 Mail out of Nassau County ............. $63.00 NEWS DEADLINES Community News: Monday, 5 p.m. Letters to the editor: Monday, 12 p.m. Church Notes: Monday, 5 p.m. People and Places: Thursday, 3 p.m. TCNI community I Newspapers, Incorporated ADVERTISING DEADLINES WEDNESDAY NEWS-LEADER Classified Ads: Monday, 5:00 p.m.* Classified Display: Friday, 3 p.m. Legal Notices: Friday, noon Retail Advertising: Friday, 3 p.m. FRIDAY NEWS-LEADER Classified Ads: Wednesday, 5:00 p.m. Classified Display: Tuesday, 5 p.m. Retail Advertising: Tuesday, 3 p.m. * Monday holidays will move the Classified deadline to Friday at 5 p.m. Donations sought The family of Allison Taylor Schmidt, born prema- turely on July 31 at Wolfson Children's Hospital in Jacksonville with Hypo Plastic Left Heart Syndrome, is accepting donations from the community for her heart surgeries and care. She cur- rently is at Shands Children's Hospital in Gainesville and underwent her first of three scheduled open-heart surger- ies on Aug. 12. Donations may at any Bank of America location, donate the Allison Taylor Schmidt Family Assistance Fund. Visit http://allisontay- lor.multiply.com for more information. AAmeetings Alcoholics Anonymous meetings for people who have, or think they may have, a drinking problem are held Monday at noon and Saturday at 10 a.m. at St. Peter's Episcopal Church, corner of Eighth Street and Atlantic Avenue. All meetings are held in classroom 201 behind the church, with park- ing in the rear. Gun courses Gary W. Belson Associ- ates, Inc. will hold a conceal- ed weapon license course at Gander Mountain in the River City Marketplace at 6 p.m. tonight. Call Belson at 491-8358 or 476-2037 or e- mail gbelson@bellsouth.net. Visit www.BelsonGroup.com. Job hunt help WorkSource has part- nered with Macedonia AME Church, 202 S. Ninth St., Fernandina Beach, to offer job seeker services to the public. The first event is Sept. LOOKING BACK Fernandina Beach, Florida 4- * pI: 50 YEARS AGO Dedication ceremonies were held at the new Five Points Baptist Church. September 24, 1959 25 YEARS AGO Statistics for the first six months of 1959 showed a "marked decrease" in major Best protectors from bullies? Girls University of Florida GAINESVILLE - Playground bullies may meet their match from where they least expect - in the ranks of kids who are anti-bullies - and most of them are girls, a University of Florida study finds. "Boys may be more likely to bully, but girls are more likely to defend those being bullied," said Jim Porter, who did the research for his doctoral dissertation in counselor education at UE "While a lot of attention has been devoted to bully pre- vention programs, very little recognition is given to kids who jump in and try to stop the bullying or comfort the victim." These playground defenders merit attention because research shows that a majority of school shootings are commit- ted by students who have been bullied, and victims of bullying are at risk for dropping out of school, suffering from depression and bullying others, Porter said. Thirty percent of students in sixth- through 10th-grade report some experi- ence with bullying, either as a victim or perpetrator, he said. Schools overlook good Samaritans as they are putting a growing number of bully prevention programs in place, in some cases relying on peer mediation where students resolve the disputes themselves, with mixed results, Porter said. a "What is missing in these programs is they don't incorporate children who are already known to help victims," he said. "Understanding kids who defend against bullying may reveal a new avenue toward preventing school- related violence." Porter surveyed 168 females and 101 males about how they believed their mother, father, best friends and favorite teachers would expect them to respond if they encountered a student being bullied. The offensive behavior included hitting, shoving, name-calling, teasing and ostra- cizing. Participants attended four middle schools in North Central Florida and were between the ages of 10 and 15. Peer pressure can be a good thing, the study found. Students said teachers and parents were more likely than best friends to expect them to try to stop a bully, but they were more likely to actual- ly intervene if the message came from a best friend. And more girls than boys reported feeling pressure from friends to come to a victim's aid, Porter said. Eighty-five percent of girls surveyed said their best friend would expect them to defend or help a bullying victim, com- pared with only 66 percent of boys, Porter said. Being female or having more feminine traits as measured by a gender identity scale also increased the likelihood that a student would defend a bully, the survey findings showed. "Gender stereotypes that girls are more nurturing and boys are more aggressive definitely play out in how we expect boys and girls to behave," he said. "Somehow we communicate these expec- tations to kids and it can affect their behavior." Porter said he has always been inter- ested in the subject of bullying because he was often beat up as a "new kid" mov- ing from one community to another. "I never understood but always wanted to discover why some students were able to jump in and help others," he said. Focusing on defenders illustrates dra- matic changes in public attitudes, he said. 'There was a time when bullying was not researched because it was considered normal childhood behavior," he said. "It was thought of as being part of growing up, this learning to determine a pecking order, and making people stronger and weeding out the weak." OBITUARY Kathrynann T. Merrill Kathrynann T. Merrill, 72, of St. Augustine, passed away September 21 at Flagler Hospital. Services will be held at a later date in Paramus, NJ. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Flagler Health Care Foundation, Inc., 400 Health Park Boulevard, St. Augustine, Florida 32086. She is survived by her Husband, King Merrill, Daughter, Kyle Ann Becher of Huntsville, Al and Son, Kenneth Merkel of Jackson, Al. Craig Funeral Home St. Augustine WorkSource workshops The WorkSource Career Service Center, located at 96042 Lofton Square Court in Yulee, offers a Disability Employment Workshop the fourth Friday of every month at 9 a.m. The workshop is free and open to the public. No advance reservations are required. WorkSource Disability Rep- resentatives will explain your rights and responsibilities under the American with Disabilities Act. Find out who and what is covered under the ADA law, how to disclose a disability to a prospective employer, reason- able accommodation ideas, and how to successfully market yourself as an individual with a disability. For more information, con- tact Venessa Leatherman at (904) 819-0231, ext. 2001 or e- mail vleatherman@work- sourcefl.com. Auxiliary aides and servic- es are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. All voice telephones numbers may be reached by TTY/TDD via the Florida Relay Service at 711. OBITUARYPOLICY The News Leader strives to make this list a corn plete record of deaths involving Nassau County residents and their families. Please askyourfuneral home or crema tion society to ax us or e mail us with all death notices. Death notice listings are free and include the deceased's name, place of residence, age, date of death, service date andname of the funeral home or cremation society handing the arrangements. For a paid detailedfamily placed obituary, have a yourfuneralhome fax (2613698) ore- S mail the information to sperrycdjbnewsleadercom. Deadlines are noon Tuesday for the Wednesday newspaper andnoon Thursday for the Friday newspaper 4 . . . . .., ,. . .. . : can be directed to the business office at J 2613696. 26 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., offer- ing computers for online job searches, computer assis- tance, resume assistance, interview coaching, referrals to other agencies and more. Visit www.worksourcefl.com. Rabies clinic Lofton Creek Animal Clinic will participate in World Rabies Vaccination Day on Sept. 28, backed by the Alliance for Rabies Control. An exam with the rabies vaccination will be pro- vided by appointment only for $35. Call 225-1044. Office hours Staff representatives of U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson will hold office hours from 10- 11:30 a.m. Oct. 1 at Hilliard Town Hall, 15859 CR 108. The availability is open to anyone - including those who need help with a federal issue. Those unable to attend may contact Nelson by mail at 1301 Riverplace Blvd., Suite 2218, Jacksonville, FL 32207, or at billnelson.sen- ate.gov. Call Nelson's office at (904) 346-4500 for details. Consumer clinic A free consumer clinic presented by Jacksonville Area Legal Aid for Nassau County residents will be held Oct. 5 at 5:30 p.m. in the jury selection room of the Nassau County Judicial Annex in Yulee. Topics include debt collection, small claims, bankruptcy, foreclosure and ID theft. For information call (904) 356-8371, ext. 2509. Blaylockspeaking In recognition of October as Breast Cancer Month, Channel 12's Jeannie Blaylock will speak at the Fernandina Beach Woman's Club luncheon meeting Oct. 7. Buddy Check 12 kits will be available to the first 100 people attending. Meet and greet is at 10 a.m., with the meeting starting at 10:30 a.m. Lunch is $8. Reservations are required. For reservations call 261-3045 or 261-7191 by Oct. 1. Breast health The Shands Jacksonville Breast Health Center will host a free public forum, "What Everyone Should Know About Breast Health," Oct. 8 from 5:30-9 p.m. at the Omni Hotel in downtown Jacksonville. Dr. Shahla Masood and a leading panel of University of Florida physi- cians will hold a question and answer session. There is no charge for the forum or din- ner but seating is limited. Make reservations by Oct. 2 by calling (904) 244-4387. Flu shots Flu shots ($30) and pneu- monia shots ($45) will offered at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 1830 Lake Park Drive in Amelia Park, Oct. 17 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Medicare payment is accept- ed if you have your Medicare card. This is open to the pub- lic, no appointment needed. Newcomer's drive Newcomers Club of Amelia Island is supporting USA Today's Make A Differ- ence Day Oct. 24 by sponsor- ing collection bins for the Nassau Humane Society at Publix on Sadler Road, Winn- Dixie at Lofton Square, Wal- Mart Supercenter in Yulee and Harris Teeter on First Coast Highway from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Shopping lists will be at each of the locations. Military job fair Thursday The RecruitMilitary other veterans and service College and the Golf Academy Opportunity Expo will take members and their spouses of America, and produced in place on Thursday from 11 with employment, entrepre- cooperation with the a.m.-3 p.m. at Jacksonville neurship and educational President's National Hire Municipal Stadium, One opportunities. Veterans Committee (HireVets Stadium Place, Jacksonville. Veterans will be able to First), The American Legion More than 300 veterans interview with national, region- and the Military Spouse are expected to attend this al and local employers at the Corporate Career Network. event intended to help RecruitMilitary Opportunity Visit www.recruitmili- recently returning troops and Expo, sponsored by Virginia tary.com for more information. Nassau County's Only Full Service Funeral Home Since 1931. 1 Visit Our Life Stories At www. OxleyHeard.com LOOKING BACK CYAN MAGENTA BLACK Beachgoers and Amelia Island's rolling sand dunes can be seen in this postcard from the collec- tion of Ed and Fran Lormand of Fernandina Beach. The card was pub- lished by Lockwood's Drug Store of Fernandina Beach, likely in the 1940s, said Fran Lormand. The News-Leader, 511 Ash St., Fernandina Beach, welcomes Looking Back submissions. They also may be e-mailed to Sidn Perry, sperry@fbnewsleader.com. WEEKLY UPDATE + 1 Lo Cond. CYAN MAGENTA FRIDAY, September 25,2009 NEWS News-Leader FPU Continued from 1A tion programs, including a free residential or commercial energy survey. An FPU rep- resentative will conduct an energy use evaluation of a home or business and provide a comprehensive list of rec- ommendations for saving energy and money. For more detailed energy efficiency information, includ- ing rebates, contact the local office at 261-3663 and ask to speak to a conservation rep- resentative. BEACH Continued from 1A issue at Monday's meeting of the Amelia Island Joint Local Planning Agency, which includes commissioners from both city and county. Also debated was the city's request that the county pay 50 percent of the cost for environmental monitoring of the project for the next three years. In 2008, the county remit- ted about $1.2 million to the city in support of the project. With construction complete, the county was due to receive a refund of about $138,000 in excess funds. Fernandina Beach City Manager Michael Czymbor, however, asked to withhold about $21,000 from that refund as the county's share of a payment to Olsen Associates, the Jacksonville firm that over- saw construction in the proj- ect. "This is a longstanding cooperative project between the federal government, the county and the city," Czymbor said. "What this is, is a final financial reconciliation." Czymbor also asked the county to agree to pay for half of the $211,000 price tag for three years of environmental monitoring. "I believe it was the intent for you to share in the initial cost as well as the five-year monitoring," County Commissioner Danny Leeper, however, had questions. "I have some concerns about this. I can't find any- where where the county agreed to this," Leeper said. "I can't find anywhere where we're responsible for the mon- itoring, construction and over- sight." Leeper said he couldn't find any documentation that said the county had been consult- ed about the city's negotia- tions with FDEP, or its con- tract with Olsen Associates. "It appears that the city agreed to a contract with FDEP without consulting the county, as far as I can tell," he said. "My point is ... it's a bene- ficial arrangement between the city and the county," Czymbor said. "The beach is not the city's beach, it's all of our beach." "My concern is that there appears to have been an after- the-fact agreement without consulting the county," Leeper said. "... I can't find anywhere that we're obligated for 50 per- cent of this oversight. If we are, I'm all for it." "What I'm hearing is that the negotiations for their serv- ices were between the city and FPU also offers customers residential budget billing, a free service that stabilizes monthly energy costs by spreading usage over the course of the year to provide more balanced and pre- dictable bills. Many factors including weather, fuel costs, addition of appliances and houseguests can cause elec- tric bills to temporarily spike. To learn more or to enroll, contact the local FPU office. Conservation information can also be found online by visiting www.fpuc.com. Olsen Associates," county Commissioner Mike Boyle said. "... We're being asked now to participate when we had no input." Czymbor insisted that the county should share the cost. "Maybe you don't have a legal obligation," he said. "I think you have a moral obli- gation." "If indeed only the city of Fernandina has an agreement, what would happen if the city only monitored the city beach- es?" asked Fernandina Beach Mayor Susan Steger. County Commission Chair Barry Holloway pointed out that the city does, in fact, mon- itor only city beaches. "You only monitor to Sadler Road now," he said. "I'm not against cost shar- ing," Leeper said. "... I just think if we're going to be asked to cost share we ought to be consulted." The county commission unanimously agreed to the refund reduction. There was still dissent, however, on the monitoring costs. "Once again, it seems like we're being asked to pay 50 percent when it's benefiting the city and not the county," Leeper said. "If I may, it's a county beach, not just a city beach," city Commissioner Ken Walker said. "It's in the coun- ty as well. People from the county use it too. ... If there were some procedural inequities, I apologize, but we need to move forward." But Holloway said the issue of monitoring payments would have to be brought up at the county's final budget hearing Monday. "I agree that it's a county beach as well as a city beach ... but for us to act on this tonight may not be pru- dent," he said. rsmith@fbnewsleadercom Pandorum R (1:30), *4:15,7:05, 9:40 Fame PG (1:15), *4:20,7:00, 9:40 The Informant R (1:15), *4:05, 7:00, 9:45 Cloudy/Chance Meatballs 3D PG (1:25), *4:35, 7:20, 9:50 Surrogates PG-13 (1:00), (3:15), *5:30, 7:45, 10:00 Jennifer's Body R (1:30), "4:15,7:05, 9:45 I Can Do Bad All By Myself PG-13 (1:00), *4:00, 7:00, 9:40 Advanced Tickets Now Available for SAW 6, TWILIGHT NEW MOON & 2012 (TOY STORY 1&2 in 3D starting Oct 2nd Double Feature Two movies one price) Popo $1 00 Dn $1 00 LANDFILL Continued from 1A $10 or $11 million bucks ... but we won't know for sure until it's actually bid out," Sealover said Wednesday. "We pretty much have all the money avail- able for it at this point in time. You have to set aside money. It's a (Department of Environ- mental Protection) requirement that you have to set aside money for closure, and the county has been doing that for a number of years. "What (closure) is going to do is it's going to eliminate the very significant subsidy between what we were charg- ing for the tipping fee and the cost to operate," he added. "The cost of the operations had ranged $2 million to $3 million more than what was coming in. That subsidy will go away and that money can be used for other purposes." The landfill will stop accept- ing waste on or about Thursday, Sealover said. "When we close, the first thing that will have to happen is the dirt will have to be placed in areas where we don't have 18 inches of cover," he said. "... Then we'll be in the business of, 'Here's the approved plan for closure,' then we'll go through the process of bidding it out. (Full closure) BUDGET Continued from 1A as well as special taxing dis- tricts such as Amelia Island Mosquito Control. City commissioners also for- mally approved two budget amendments at a special meet- ing Monday. Those amend- ments - to take out any lan- guage referring to paid parking or the sale of city land - were approved at a Sept. 15 hearing. But because commissioners failed to vote on the entire budget at that meeting, the amendments had to again be officially read and approved in public. Bunch said after Tuesday's meeting that he voted against the budget because he thought it could have been trimmed down more. "Nobody has called me and said to me to raise the millage," said Bunch. "Every taxpayer will probably take a couple of years." However, a "convenience center" at the site will still accept trash. "We're on track with having the convenience center open and operating on Oct. 1," he said. 'The closure will not start immediately, but we will no longer be taking waste back to the hill. The only waste that will come to the convenience center will come from residential. It won't be coming from com- mercial haulers. Only private citizens who don't have trash pickup." "We have an agreement with Camden County for it to be hauled there, and I believe we're finalizing an agreement with Waste Management to haul it up to Cheshire Island, which is also in Georgia," Sealover said. "It'll be up to the hauler - whichever is closer and less expensive." Trash dropped at the con- venience center will be hauled to Georgia by county staff, he added. Either Camden County or Cheshire Island will be a longer trip for haulers than the West Nassau Landfill - which trans- lates to a price increase for res- idents with weekly trash pickup by either Stateline or Waste Management. rsmith@fbnewsleadercom and person is suffering because of the economy. I don't think we should use them to keep the city budget where it is." "The city commission devel- oped goals that will challenge our staff to develop more effi- cient processes, to work more efficiently," Mayor Susan Steger said in a written statement at the end of the meeting. "That will challenge the commission to look at major enterprise funds and consider doing busi- ness in other ways ... we have a responsibility to our citizens to make the most of every tax dol- lar." Two city code amendments regarding changes in user fees and utility fees also were approved 4-1 at the meeting, with Bunch the only commis- sioner voting against those amendments as well as the city's increased millage rate of 4.4855. adaughtry@fbnewsleadercom SFancy , ISushf SJapanese Grill a Sushi Bar I I Join Us For Lunch & Dinner r------- --------------------- I Receive a $10.0 Gift Card i Wnen youi spena $60."" or more. I Li, lljl ji, I6.O)up)1 P pl Ij3DI Ef pViS 3u0 u L.- -7-8-- ;-- -----------------------------A 1478 Sadler Road (nexi Io Slarbucks) Fernandina Beach. FL Open7 Days a Weeks * (9041 261-9855 For sma MARINA Continued from 1A Westrec representative James Frye said the city would have the final say on slip rental rates and where vessels are located. "We're not in the business of managing charter fleets," Frye said. However, he also said he recognized the impor- tance of charter operations because they are good con- tributors and help bring activ- ity and business to marinas. Frye added that he was willing to work with charter captains. City Marina Director Coleman Langshaw said after the meeting that the privatiza- tion would not affect the BigP, or federal Boating Infrastruc- ture Grant Program, which is to cover $1.6 million of an esti- mated $5.6 million in marina improvement costs. Langshaw said 60 percent of boat slip space would still be used by transient boaters, as specified by the grant. "Sixty percent transients will make more money," Langshaw said, "if (Westrec has) the advertising and mar- keting to push up the occu- pancy." Langshaw said Westrec offers "new opportunities and challenges" for the marina, and that he believes "they probably will be able to do what they set out to do, although they may be a little ambitious because of the economy ... (but) they see our operations more posi- tively than the community ... they understand the business." Westrec of Encino, Calif., which opted for a management rather than a lease option, was founded in 1987 and is the largest marina operator in the United States, with seven mari- nas in Florida. Westrec's proposal sum- mary for marina management includes a five-year contract that does not address exten- sions. The company's major change to the marina would be to renovate the dockhouse to support a retail store with a possible bike rental. The ren- ovation would be funded entirely by Westrec. The com- pany also plans to share 50 per- cent of the retail profit with the city, an amount estimated at $50,000 annually. The company also plans to charge the city 6 percent of fuel, boat slip and mooring incomes. It will bring all cur- rent city employees into the company, though there are no permanent job guarantees. Westrec will be responsi- ble for marketing and public relations to attract customers. The proposal also recom- mends a 10 percent increase in slip rental fees. With a management option, all marina facilities remain the property of the city and any property improvements remain off of city or county tax rolls. The city also will contin- ue to pay all operating expens- es and is responsible for any current marina debt, as well as any future capital expendi- tures, including dredging and facility maintenance. According to City Finance Director Patti Clifford, the marina carries an annual debt of about $560,000, which is included in the marina budget. The marina's entire debt is about $4 million, which was borrowed for the city's share of improvements to the marina, said Clifford. According to Frye, Westrec is able to buy fuel much less expensively than most compa- nies, but marina fuel prices will not be the lowest in the mar- ketplace. Besides Lott, Langshaw and Clifford, other members of the marina RFQ-RFP commit- tee are Bill Flynn, chair, and City Manager Michael Czymbor. adaughtry@fbnewsleadercom THE NASAU HUMANE ~OC/ETY'C "WOOFCTOCK AT THE PARK" fundraising event was a great success. We would like to express our sincere appreciation to Intercoastal Wine Company, Chicos, Target, Amelia Island Plantation, and Kafe Karibo for their support. Dane Carmichael Nassau County Humane Society Lots f special businesses, we really deliver. -ddressing needs. Packaging services. Delivering personalized solutions. That's why so many businesses, malll and large, choose First National I'ank of Nassau County as their financial partner We believe that the best financial Products and solutions are those that :iire customized and centered around �our needs and goals. 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"Any money was spent on the kids, one way or another, whether it's buying for fundrais- ers or we take team trips. All of their hotel and food is paid for," Hicken said. The West Nassau most successful sports team in the county in recent years, trav- eling repeatedly to compete for state championships. The Nassau County Sheriff's Office is investigating whether any of the funds in the account were mishandled. There have been no arrests. Hicken acknowledged that the Warriors Softball Boosters account at Southeastern Bank - accessible to her, her husband Chris, also a teacher and coach at West Nassau, and a school groundskeeper - was not sub- ject to school control. She denied, however, she had divert- ed any funds to personal use. She said she was unaware of an investigation into the account PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING TOWN OF CALLAHAN MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2009 7:00 PM The Town of Callahan Planning Commission will hold a public meet- ing Monday, September 28th, 2009@7:00 pm to consider a Variance Request by First Baptist Church of Callahan. The variance request is for the height extension and setback reduction for the new First Baptist Church Education Facility. Persons interested may appear and be heard at the time and place specified. If any person decides to appeal any decision made by the Town Council, with respect to the matter considered in the hearing, he or she will need a recording of the proceedings, and for such purpose, may need to ensure a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is made. ,..7F..":--'.v"; until contacted by the newspa- per, and said school administra- tors were aware of it. "They knew the account was there," Hicken said. 'The checks are saying what they're for." Hicken said there was usu- ally a three-day turnaround for fund requests made from inter- nal school accounts. In some cases when the team was away and it was time to eat, players would have to order from the menu ahead of time, making it hard to write up a purchase order. "You've got to have a P.O. that says exactly what you're getting," she said. 1i ..i. illy not an easy task." For example, she said she took the team to Callahan Bar-B- Que and spent about $300 - "it's not like we're feeding them McDonald's." The most ever in the account was about $3,000, Hicken said. Hicken was told by Principal Ron Booker last month that she would no longer be head coach of the girls softball team. "He didn't give me a reason. He called me two days before school started ... and said that he was going to make a change," she said. Booker said he has not spo- ken to police investigators about the matter. Candy and Chris Hicken both teach at West Nassau. Chris Hicken is an assistant foot- ball coach at Yulee High, but formerly was a head and assis- tant football coach and softball coach at West Nassau. 'It just really irritates me to see we've gone 40 years and the realtors don't know it, the property appraisers don't know it,' SEN. STEVE WISE DOCKS Continued from L4 tidal conditions of the region would be grounds for a legal exception to aquatic preserve standards. The crowd erupted in applause when one property owner noted, "I understand that the county has taxed these properties based on the size and value of the docks..... The county has falsely taxed these people and you should be paying them back." "That's a good point," Nassau County Property Appraiser Tammy Stiles replied. "We'll have to look into that and see exactly what the DEP is going to provide to the citizens, whether they're going to decide if any permits are being pulled or docks are being torn down. Reevaluations are going to be done and we have to see what type of solutions are present- ed." Lofton Creek resident Erin Kelly asked about the possi- ble detrimental impact of tear- ing down docks that are 20, 30 or 40 years old. DEP Coastal and Aquatic Reserve Manager Dr. Mike Shirley said, "That is a very good question and I assure you that any solution has to take into account the impact to the environment relative to that as well. It is the kind of thing that's a very complicated situation. There is a need to look at individuals and cumu- lative impacts, it's a very com- plicated issue and we're just starting to review the facts our- selves right now." Boater Damon Loop said rough conditions on the water needed to be taken into account when determining dock size, and that these unique conditions might affect safety for dock owners. Scott Murray, a longtime resident of Lofton Creek, asked why there had been no code enforcement of area docks over the last 40 years. "One of the duties and obli- gations of public service (is) to investigate public complaints," Greg Strong, DEP Northeast District director, said. "I would say we received numerous complaints, somewhere in the range of 30-50 (since last fall). And so at that point we real- ized we have a substantial problem that we need to real- ly get our arms around and evaluate globally. Why that did- n't happen over the last 30 to 40 years, your guess is as good as mine." The only dissent from the crowd came when Michael Leary of Chester brought the public ownership of the aquat- ic preserve to the forefront. "Respectfully, the greater part of your constituency is the public that owns Lofton Creek, not just the property owners," he said. "I'm not berating any of the property owners and their predicament and I'm sympathetic to it .... "It's a pretty slippery slope to excuse both the agency and sort of grandfather in what's taken place. And everybody else that's on all the river banks in this county due to growth and development and what have you, as you seem to excuse a portion of this activity, should also be excused and should not have to comply with any of it." + ALL WEEK SPECIALS ITALIAN FAVORITES 08.95 Lasagna Jumbo shells Ravioli Tortellini Alfredo Fettucini Alfredo Manicotti Spaghetti & Meatballs Cannelloni Ziti Ala Bruzzo Clam Sauce Linguini (Red or White Spaghetti & Italian Clam Sauce) Sausage Eggplant Parmigiana Italian Sausage Spaghetti Ala Bruzzo Parmigiana FRIDAy NIGHT SPECIAL Chicken Parmigiana......$10.95 A Veal Parmigiana..........$12.95 � 879-3536 Reservations Accepted Located on AlA (SR200) across from Winn Dixie 450077 St. Rd. 200 * Callahan, FL BUDGET SUMMARY FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT FISCAL YEAR 2009-2010 GENERAL FUND CASH BALANCES BROUGHT FORWARD 49,687,147 ESTIMATED REVENUES Taxes: Millage per $1,000 Ad valorem Taxes 0.0345 24,688,585 Interest on Investments 550,000 Other Revenue 786,500 TOTAL REVENUES AND OTHER FINANCING SOURCES 26,025,085 TOTAL ESTIMATED REVENUES AND BALANCES 75,712,232 EXPENDITURES/EXPENSES Administration 1,175,492 Operations 24,480,712 Capital Program 15,467,758 Waterway Studies 649,795 Interlocal Agreements 4,037,617 Waterways Assistance Program 24,973,620 Cooperative Assistance Program 4,065,500 Public Information Program 101,738 Manatee Sign Program 100,000 Tax Collection & Property Appraiser Fees 660,000 TOTAL APPROPRIATED EXPENDITURES 75,712,232 FUND BALANCE RESERVE 0 Total Approved Expenditures & Fund Balance Reserve 75,712,232 THE TENTATIVE, ADOPTED, AND/OR FINAL BUDGETS ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE ABOVE MENTIONED TAXING AUTHORITY AS A PUBLIC RECORD. NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING The Florida Inland Navigation District has tentatively adopted a budget for fiscal year 2009-2010. This notice is applicable to Nassau, Duval, St. Johns, Flagler, Volusia, Brevard, Indian River, St. Lucie, Martin, Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade counties. A public hearing to make a FINAL DECISION on the budget AND TAXES will be held on September 30, 2009 6:00 pm at the City Hall Council Chambers City of Fellsmere City Hall 21 So. Cypress Street Fellsmere, Florida STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION NOTICE OF DRAFT PERMIT The Department of Environmental Protection gives notice of its preparation of a draft permit to the City of Fernandina Beach, John Mandrick, 1180 South 5th Street, Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034, for the Fernandina Beach WWTE This permit authorizes the permitted to operate an existing 3.50 million gallons per day (MGD) annual average daily flow (AADF) permitted capacity domestic wastewater treatment facility (WWTF) consisting of an influent treatment unit, efflu- ent and sludge handling units, and two parallel treatment trains as follows: (1) a 2.50 MGD AADF permitted capacity oxidation ditch treatment train, and (2) a 1.00 MGD AADF permitted capacity contact stabilization treatment train. All of the raw wastewater from the influent pumping station is directed to a pretreat- ment unit and a flow splitter box for separation to the two treatment trains. The oxidation ditch treatment train consists of an aeration basin anoxic basin, a secondary clarifier, and a chlorine contact chamber. The contact stabilization treatment train consists of a contact tank, a return activated sludge stabilization tank, a secondary clarifier, and a chlorine contact chamber. The flows from the two treatment trains are combined in an effluent gravity sewer and directed to dechlorination equipment and a Parshall flume for flow measurement. The treated effluent is then discharged to the Amelia River. Waste activated sludge is treated in two aerobic digesters that operate in series. Treated residuals are dewatered with a rotary press and then hauled to Camden County Landfill for dis- posal. This permit also authorizes the removal of the contact stabilization treatment train from service, conversion of the stabilization tank into a third digester, and construction and operation a new 2.50 MGD AADF design capacity oxidation ditch treatment train. The facility is located at latitude 30� 39'32.68" N, lon- gitude 810 27'50.66"W on 1007 South 5th Street, Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034-4011, in Nassau County. Any interested person may submit written comments on the Department's draft permit or may submit a written request for a public meeting to Malton Prifti, 7825 Baymeadows Way, Suite B200, Jacksonville, Florida 32256-7590, in accordance with Rule 62-620.555, Florida Administrative code. The comments or request for a public meeting must contain the information set forth below and must be received in the Department's Northeast District Office within 30 days of publication of this notice. Failure to submit comments or request a public meeting within this time period shall constitute a waiver of any right such person may have to submit comments or request a public meeting under rule 62-620.555, Florida Administrative Code. The comments or request for a public meeting must contain the following information: (a) The commenter's name, address, and telephone number; the applicant's name and address; the Department permit file number; and the county in which the project is proposed; (b) A statement of how and when notice of the Department's action or proposed action was received; (c) A statement of the facts the Department should consider in making the final decision; (d) A statement of which rules or statutes require reversal or modification of the Department's action or proposed action; and (e) If desired, a request that a public meeting be scheduled including a statement of the nature of the issues proposed to be raised at the meeting. If a public meeting is scheduled, the public comment period is extended until the close of the public meeting. However, the Department may not always grant a request for a public meeting. Therefore, written comments should be submitted within 30 days of publication of this notice, even if a public meeting is request- ed. If a public meeting is held, any person may submit oral or written statements and data at the public meeting on the Department's proposed action. As a result of significant public comment, the Department's final action may be different from the position taken by it in this draft permit. The permit application file and supporting data are available for public inspection during normal business hours, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except legal holidays, at the Department's Northeast District Office, 7825 Baymeadows Way, Suite B200 Jacksonville, Florida 32256-7590, or phone (904) 807-3300. BLACK "It just really irritates me to see we've gone 40 years and the realtors don't know it, the property appraisers don't know it," Wise said of the rules surrounding the aquatic pre- serve. "The DEP has been around for awhile, Department of Natural Resources has been around -what have they been doing for 40 years? ... "It reminds me of Califor- nia, and the issue of the little fish that they're now trying to preserve ... and all the food and all the land is going to be dust because we're trying to save the fish and not giving the farmers the water. I think we get to be absurd as adults somewhere along the line, doing things for, you know, yeah, sure I like fish and I like to eat shrimp too, but good- ness gracious, let's be normal about what we're doing and don't become retarded in what we're doing. It just irritates the fire out of me." Adkins said there will be another town hall meeting in coming months to discuss in more detail a proposed leg- islative fix as the 2010 session approaches. "I think town hall meetings have been given a bum rap lately, thank you for partici- pating tonight," she told the audience. "I know DEP was a little bit concerned we might get a little bit rowdy. I said no, this is Nassau County, and in Nassau County we can always act respectfully, even if we dis- agree." j 'll ., ' , ,t l. . . ' . i * ..... ,. . ...., I CYAN MAGENTA FRIDAY, September 25,2009 NEWS News-Leader Above All On Sept. 18 we celebrated the 62nd anniversary of the birth of the U.S. Air Force. The Air Force indirectly owes its beginning to two unknown bicycle manufactur- ers from Dayton, Ohio, when Wilbur and Orville Wright attained fame with their first powered airplane flight in Kitty Hawk, N.C. The flight achieved VETI only a length of 120 feet, CO! reached just 10 feet off the ground and lasted a mere three seconds airborne, but it forever De changed the future and lives of W/ millions worldwide. In 1907, the U.S. Army vided b would be the first to take advan- Air Foi tage of the Wrights' jet-powered, ership controlled air machines. For the led by t next 40 years the aviation unit The would see many name changes ous rec and be reorganized several time out the before it gained its own inde- One C( pendence under the National Cross Security Act of 1947. The act, Someti which also created the U.S. newest Department of Defense, was Its c composed of three branches of First,"" the military: the Army, Navy "Excell and Air Force. Prior to that, the A cc responsibility for military avia- line sh tion was divided between the Army Army for land-based operations, Aerona the Navy for sea-based opera- corps s tions and the Marine Corps for 1914 v - the U.S. Air Force way close air support of infantry operations. The Air Force today is one of three serv- ice depart- ments and ERAN'S managed by lRNER the Depart- ment of the Ai F Air Force, a �bbie civilian enti- /alsh ty. Guid- ance is pro- by the Secretary of the rce while military lead- falls under the Air Staff, he Chief of Staff. Air Force had numer- cruiting slogans through- e years, including "No homes Close, Aim High, into the Blue, Do thing Amazing" and the , "Above All." ore values are: "Integrity Service Before Self' and ence In AllWe Do." ndensed historical time- ows in 1907 the U.S. Signal Corps formed its nautical Division. The tayed on the books until when it was renamed Aviation Section, U.S. Signal Corps. For a whole four days in May 1918 it would be known as the Division of Military Aero- nautics, but changed to U.S. Army Air Service on May 24, 1918. The Army Reorganization Act of 1920 made the Air Ser- vice a combat arm of the Army, and the Air Corps Act of 1926 changed its name to the Air Corps. Over the years, the branch experienced significant changes in its mission. In 1934, the Army Air Corps took over delivery of U.S. airmail operations, and in 1939 when the prototype XB-24 Liberator made a 17-minute flight initiating from Lindbergh Field in San Diego. This flight set the precedent for President Roosevelt to sign the National Defense Act of 1940 authoriz- ing a $300 million budget and 6,000 airplanes for the Army Air Corps, increasing its personnel to 3,203 officers and 45,000 enlisted troops. This act was also responsible for more than 18,100 B-24s to be built in the next five and a half years, the largest military production run in U.S. history. Another name change occurred in 1941 when the War Department created the Army Air Forces (AAF) and in the same year the Civil Air Patrol was established. The AAF re- mained steadfast until the U.S. Air Force won its independence as a full partner with the Army and the Navy on Sept. 18, 1947. Aboard the presidential air- craft, "the Sacred Cow," President Harry Truman sign- ed the National Security Act of 1947 officially establishing the U.S. Air Force as a separate branch of the military. The act required the Air Force to organ- ize, train and equip for prompt and sustained offensive and defensive air operations. On Oct. 14, 1947, history books recorded Chuck Yeager's fly- ing the Bell XS-1 past the speed of sound, launching the Air Force into the supersonic era. The crest or Great Seal of the Department of the Air Force is symbolic. The crest's back- ground color represents the transition from Army green to the new blue and gold colors of the Air Force. There are 13 stars representing the original colonies and the three stars at the top portray the three Departments of the National Defense Establishment: Army, Navy and Air Force. The crest includes the American Bald Eagle, symbolic of the United States and its air striking power while the cloud formation depicts the creation of a new kingdom, the wild blue yonder. The eagle's head is turned to the right and symbolizes facing the enemy - looking toward the future and not dwelling on past deeds. The wreath is composed of six alternating folds with a shield divided by a curved line representing clouds charged with a mythological thunder- bolt. The thunderbolt meets the shield at a point of honor por- traying the striking power of air supremacy. It's known as Jupiter's thunderbolt after the Roman God of the Heavens. A pair of wings and smaller light- ning flashes surround the bolt and the Roman numerals indicate 1947, the year the Air Force was established. The full seal is encircled with the inscrip- tion Department of the Air Force and United States of America. To learn more about the role of the Air Force, its "Above All" campaign in the war on terror- ism and how the service suc- ceeds in its mission to fly, fight and win in air, space and cyber- space go to www.airforce.com. As many may know, this branch of military service is near and dear to my heart. It monopolized 22 years, three months, and seven days of my life and has forever changed my destiny. On this special anniversary I'd like to belatedly join fellow veterans and the community in a special salute to the branch of the armed forces that lives up to "Above All." To the pre- dominant naval populace of the community, I'd like to shout, "Go Air Force." Debbie is a retired Senior Master Sergeant in the Air Force and Life Member of American Legion Post 54, Fernandina Beach. whitelabaron@yahoo.com VETERANS CORNER The Sons of The American Legion will hold their monthly cookout start- ing at 11 a.m. Saturday at the log cabin across from the city water tower. Enjoy a barbecue sandwich plate with baked beans, coleslaw and potato salad for an $8 donation, or a barbecue sandwich without the fixings for $5. Call 627- 9107 for three or more deliv- ery orders. The Air Force Sergeants Association Chapter 559 meets the third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Lions Club, 545 Eastport Road, Jacksonville. Contact John L. Ramsey, CMSGT (Ret.) at (904) 415-2664 for information. American Legion Post 54, Sons of American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary are raffling off a Toshiba laptop computer with a carry case and one-year subscription of Norton anti- virus software. Tickets are a $1 donation, drawing to be held Oct. 2 at 7 p.m. Contact Bonnie at yquattre@com- cast.net. * * * "Support Our Troops and Veterans Run," the sec- ond annual poker run, is scheduled Oct. 10. All pro- ceeds will be used to pay postage on care packages for U.S. troops. Two-wheelers, three-wheelers and four- wheelers will start and end at the Legacy Vets Clubhouse, 130 Hilton Ave., Kingsland, Ga., with stops at American Legion Post 54, 626 S. Third St., Fernandina Beach, and the VFW Post 37965, East- wood Road, Hilliarnd the Bloody Bucket Bar, Charlie Smith Highway, St. Marys, Ga. Signup is 10-11 a.m. with the last hand at 4:30 p.m. Call 277-3251 or e-mail kic- start55@yahoo.com for infor- mation. 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SUBMITTED Bert Hutchinson, 9, required several surgeries after a head-on wreck in Jesup, Ga. HEATHER A. PERRY News Leader When Bobby Dennis was transferred temporarily from the Rayonier plant in Fernan- dina Beach to the one in Jesup, Ga., in March, he had no idea how the move to that small Georgia town would affect his family. Dennis and his wife, Angela, were returning to their rented home Aug. 21 after tak- ing their children, Bert Hutch- inson, 9, and Abigail Bunch, 3, to watch boats launch for a fishing tournament. Less than half a mile from home, a vehi- cle that had entered their lane struck them head-on. Upon impact, Bert was ejected from his lap belt and landed in his step-dad's lap. Until the paramedics arrived, Dennis used his shirt to staunch the bleeding from Bert's head. Once they were on the scene, Bert began com- plaining of leg pain. Dennis sustained neck and back injuries. His wife suffered a broken sternum, torn knee ligaments, nerve damage to the neck and head, and eye contusions. Abigail, who had been trapped in her seat belt, had a concussion, bruises and abra- sions. She was treated and released from Wayne Memorial Hospital into the care of grandparents Sarah and Dennis Bunch of Fernandina Beach. After being stabilized and receiving 25 stitches for two lacerations to his eye and head, Sl -iB.u YOUR4ANN. S I. I I Lip-$ I SAVINGSt "25,000 I cncluaz-1 20" X0i. n ireeurpc jEu iao � .5 ,',,',,', I oaiOtol 01 cio.,ngo.a il' I ir canow- in.iof nfr c..oiri io 3. 20 9 SEDA _ www.sedaconslruclion.com Bert was transported by ambu- lance to Memorial University Medical Center in Savannah. His injuries were extensive, including a broken femur, nose, eye orbit, sinus and rib. "He had several special- ists," said his mother. "Orthopedic and plastic sur- geons, traction specialists and pediatricians." 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For the next few months, Bert's major source of enter- tainment will be reading, play- ing cards or video games or watching cartoons with his lit- tle sister. In school at Martha Rawls Smith Elementary for only two weeks before the accident, Bert is being home schooled during his recovery. "I miss my friends at school," he said. Bobby Dennis had to take a leave of absence from his job to care for his convalescing family. This role is not an easy one because his own injuries require physical therapy five days a week. The family would like to thank everyone in Fernandina for their prayers and dona- tions. II .j.,, ., real dramatic inci- dent and it has made us come a little closer together," said Bobby Dennis. "We just have to pray and hope for the best." type@fbnewsleadercom CONCERT AT AMELIAN PARK Amelnala-d 18-Piece U.S. Navy Band S.E. "ORION" October2-111, L 2009 AMELAAUSLAN z + "QFLORIDA a ^^^*n- Jbnl2ia Islad 'lftal&2Uofl ) BLACK CYAN MAGENTA FRIDAY, September 25,2009 NEWS News-Leader NEWS LEADER FLORIDA'S OLDEST WEEKLY NEWSPAPER ESTABLISHED IN 1854 The News-Leader is published with pride weekly for the people of Nassau County by Community Newspapers, Inc., Athens, Georgia. We believe that strong newspapers build strong communi- ties - "Newspapers get things done!" Our primary goal is to publish distinguished and profitable community-oriented newspapers. This mission will be accomplished through the teamwork of professionals dedicated to the truth, integrity, qual- ity and hard work. FoY R. MALOY JR., PUBLISHER MICHAEL PARNELL, EDITOR MIKE HANKINS, ADVERTISING DIRECTOR ROBERT FIEGE. PRODUCTION DIRECTOR BOB TIMPE. CIRCULATION DIRECTOR ANGELINE MUDD, BUSINESS OFFICE MANAGER SIAN PERRY, ASSISTANT EDITOR BETH JONES, SPORTSEDITOR TOM WOOD CHAIRMAN DINK NESMITH PRESIDENT CNI TCommunity Newspapers, C NI Incorporated The views expressed by the columnists and letter writers on this page are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the newspaper, its owners or employees EDITORIAL Mosquito Control, budget control The Amelia Island Mosquito Control District's three-member board of commissioners voted last week to lower its tax rate. The board unanimously voted to set a millage rate of 0.1175, below the current 0.1199. That's a 6.67 percent decrease in 2009-10 from the current budget of $566,000. "We're a small piece of the millage rate pie here, so to speak," Director M. Bruce Hyers said. "But maybe we can help ease the tax burden a little bit, and maybe other taxing districts will see that and try to do the same." Hyers said excess revenue from previous years will make up the difference in the budget. "The levels of service aren't going to change," he said. Hyers added that Mosquito Control's new administration building, into which the organization moved Sept. 1, was also paid for with cash accrued over the years. "We've managed to build that and pay for it, so that won't affect the budget either," he said. "...It's been paid for with rolled-over surplus that we've had. Over about 15 years, we've accumulated funds to build it and pay for it at no additional cost to the taxpayers." Mosquito Control, which has served the island since 1950, is a relatively small public service, with a relatively small budget, but we should acknowledge a local government that took a relatively large step to take the sting out of your property taxes. HOW TO WRITE US The News-Leader welcomes your letters. * Maximum length is 500 words. * Letters must include writer's name (printed and signature), address and telephone number. * Writers are normally limited to one letter in a 30-day period. * No political endorsements or poems will be published. * Letters should be typed or printed. * Not all letters are published. * Send letters to: mparnell@fbnewsleader. com or to the Editor, P.O. Box 766, Fernandina Beach, FL 32035 Visit us on-line at fbnewsleader.comrn SVIEWPOINT/JESSEDUKE/FERNANDINA BEACH An'undergound'revolution In case you haven't heard about it, there is a revolution going on. Millions of Americans are standing up to voice their support for limited govern- ment, fiscal sanity, individual liberty, moral leadership and personal responsibility. Most of us are deeply concerned about the future of America and what sort of life we are leaving for future generations. The national debt is nearing $12 trillion, and those who are incurring it will not be around to suffer the consequences of their actions. Your children and grandchildren, and their children and grandchildren, will be paying for this debt in exorbitant taxes for many, many years to come. The Tea Parties that have sprung up all across America are a response of the people to this irresponsible spending. We are not going to allow the next several generations of Americans to be enslaved to this debt. We are calling for responsible, patriotic, common- sense citizens to run for public office at all lev- els to replace those who have caused this mess. Tea Parties are made up of military veter- ans, grandmothers, mechanics, doctors, stu- dents, black, white, Hispanic, Asian and citi- zens from every sphere of life. We are from all political parties, and no parties at all. We don't support parties, but principles. Most of us have never participated in a protest of any kind - we've been too busy rais- ing families and paying taxes! But now, we are fed up with big government and its intrusion into our lives, and we see the danger our nation faces, and it is not from the terrorists, but our own government! We are fired up about returning America to its founding princi- ples and values. All we want to do is preserve the liberty that so many millions have fought and died for over the past two and a quarter centuries. Why do I call this an "underground" revolu- tion if it is all in the open and visible? Because established media outlets either don't report on these events, underreport them or spin the numbers to minimize them. There were recent- ly 1.7 million Tea Partiers in Washington, D.C., on 9/12, and the media reported numbers ranging from 70,000 to 200,000! If you are alarmed at the tsunami of debt, government programs, taxes, agencies, czars, takeovers and bailouts, come join us. There is a Tea Party at the Callahan Speedway next to the Northeast Florida Fairgrounds on Oct. 3 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information go to www.firstcoast- teaparty.org or just show up on Oct. 3 and meet your fellow patriots who are fighting for your freedoms! Jesse Duke is author of Spread This Wealth (and Pass This Ammunition!) Why We Must, and How We Can Save America From Its Own Misguided Government. VOICE OF THE PEOPLE Healthy school lunches Your article on healthy lunches (Sept. 18) neglected to mention that our elementary school children can purchase potato chips and ice cream from their banked lunch money accounts. They are literally kids in a candy store with pockets of money unless we, the parents, play the bad guy and send a note prohibiting them from spending their "milk money" on certain items. I find this absurd! This junk food needs to be elimi- nated from schools. Michelle Bees Fernandina Beach Paying to play I read the letter with interest from the person upset that they might have to pay something to use the ball fields in the city. Each city and county charges fees as they see fit. Daytona Beach charges to drive on their beaches, New Smyrna Beach does not, and so on. Let's look at Fernandina Beach: Fernandina Beach charges to use the public pools. According to our writer, shouldn't this also be free? They charge for use of the marina; should this be free? The city owns a golf course - free? The list goes on. Somewhere the city has to decide what they can subsi- dize and what they can't. Best I can tell none of the facilities I listed pays for itself. That means those of us that do not use these (and may never use them - see "golf' for me) are paying for those that do. Now I cannot for the life on me figure out where it is written that I need to help pay for this stuff or move. Ball fields cost a lot to keep up. You have to fertilize, you have to seed or sod. You have to water, rake, add dirt, trim and thatch the fields. You have to maintain the buildings, lighting and bathrooms (and they cost to build). You have to have insurance against accidents. You need to install and maintain fenc- ing, bleachers, dugouts, benches and backstops. You have to pay someone to coordinate this stuff. Then if you have games you need cops for irate parents, an ambulance for kiddies and such. Now I don't know who supplies the bases, the putting down of lines and yard markers and who pays for a con- cessions stand. This all costs a bunch and main- tenance is a year-long thing, not just during the season. To ask those who benefit to pay their fair part is not unfair, it is just and right. I already pay for kids to go to school and don't mind that. I do mind pay- ing for some kids and not for a whole bunch of others. You want your kids to play, you shouldn't mind paying. It seems everyone anymore wants everything for them to be free and complain loudly about injustice when asked to pay their fair share. But then again, if you don't like the rules, you can take your ball and go play somewhere else. Sprague Owings Yulee Bad taste Why was it necessary to use curse words in writing ("Gotta have it'? 2010 calories, 131 grams fat, 153 grams sugar," Sept. 18)? This is a family newspaper. I don't care how prevalent foul language has become, it doesn't belong in an arti- cle such as this. Madena Chandler Fernandina Beach The right to know The constituents of Florida Senate District 8 have the right to know who conducted the recent negative campaign against John Thrasher and his family. Each candidate for elected office must file a financial disclosure form listing all their supporters and the amount or in-kind services that each donation provides. However, spe- cial interest groups can form com- mittees or organizations, collect funds and wage a negative cam- paign without reporting or revealing their donor names and amounts. The purpose and the address of these organizations are difficult to obtain. The names of these organi- zations include generic terms, such as Stop Waste or Reduce Government or Save Taxpayers. The organizations are often based outside the election area or even the state. The actual objective of such groups is to cast one candidate in a negative way to the voters. We have to ask ourselves, why would a group that we cannot get the names and address of its directors, that is locat- ed in South Florida, have an interest in the Northeast Florida Senate District 8 election? Or what is their vested purpose in conducting a neg- ative campaign against one candi- date, but ignoring all other candi- dates? And the media under the free- dom of information laws are unable to penetrate the corporate veil and identify the donors and amount of funds involved. Something is wrong with this picture. The people have a right to know. This raises another point. The recent primary election cost the Florida taxpayers an estimated $800,000. Now the question to be asked is why the governor appoint- ed someone to complete U.S. Sen. Mel Martinez's remaining term but called for a special election to fill the remainder of state Sen. Jim King's term. In these tough eco- nomic times, those funds could help schools and libraries. Larry Myers Fernandina Beach Not retired Despite what you may have heard or been told, Dr. Hicks is not, was not retired. Many of you have told me you would follow me anywhere. However, I am now employed sev- eral counties away, and while I real- ly appreciate your loyalty, I certainly could not expect you to drive several hours to have your pets seen. I cannot tell you how much my family and I appreciate the support of our friends/clients for all those years. If I did not meet the expec- tations of some clients, I am truly sorry. May God bless you all and thank you for 35 wonderful years. Jim Hicks, DVM Crawfordville VIEWPOINT/FLoYD AND MARY BETH BROWN Undermining the abstinence message through loud and clear to Christian youth, but another message promot- ed in many Christian churches is undermining it. Mixed messages bombard all young people in America, putting them in difficult and con- flicting situations, often leading to tears and heartache. But no conflict is more insidious than the conflict faced by Christian youth. On the one hand, they are taught abstinence until marriage, and in the next sentence some are told they should wait until age 32 before get- ting married. At least that is the advice our 14- year-old daughter was given recently. Young adults are taught they must meet certain "requirements" before marrying. They are told they should experience travel, finish higher education, have some fun, own a car and maybe even a house before marriage. And don't forget the big, extravagant wedding; they must save for it, all before marriage. No wonder the urge for premarital sex often wins out. A comment in a recent blog posting at datingish.com captured the idea this way, "In your early-mid 20s you are dramatically chang- ing as a person. If you can go through all of that and you and your partner still love each other for who you are then I think it's OKto get married.... I'm a firm believer that waiting until you're older to get married is the best option if you are looking for a successful marriage." We feel fortunate The Browns we didn't face such pressure. In our early 20s we had a modest wedding at a local church followed by a recep- tion with cake, nuts, mints and punch. After a three-day honeymoon we started working. Our first child came two years later. The trend to marry older has increased since 1970 by five years when the median age for first marriage for women was 21 and 23 for men, to 26 for women and 28 for men. "Christians have made much ado about sex but are becoming slow and lax about mar- riage," which is more significant, says Mark Regnerus, associate professor of sociology at the University of Texas at Austin and the author of Forbidden Fruit: Sex and Religion in the Lives ofAmerican Teenagers. According to Regnerus, "We are marrying later, if at all, and having fewer children." Regnerus points out several reasons for this. "In societies like ours that exhibit lengthy economic prosperity, men and women alike begin to lose motivation to marry and have children, and thus avoid one or both," he explains. However, "the institution of marriage remains a foundational good for individuals and communities. It is by far the optimal con- text for child-rearing." Economically speaking, he says, married people are wealthier, share many expenses like housing, food and electric- ity and are less likely to become dependent on the government and indigent. We aren't advocating teenagers marry but there are certain advantages to early mar- riage. Studies showing a correlation between early marriage and divorce occur mostly amongst those under age 20. For one thing, medical research reveals that the safest and prime childbearing years for both baby and mother is when the mother is in her 20s. After this, problems progressively increase for both as the mother reaches her late 30s and 40s, along with expensive fertility procedures. Again, studies show that having a first child before age 30 decreases a woman's odds of breast cancer. Plus, a couple has much more energy in their 20s to raise babies and small children than when they later reach their 40s and 50s. Part of the problem is the delay of adult- hood permeating our society. Getting married encourages responsibility and maturity. "Unfortunately, a key developmental institu- tion for men - marriage - is the very thing being postponed, thus perpetuating their ado- lescence," says Regnerus. Many friends and family are unwittingly giving bad advice to young people when encouraging them to postpone marriage. It simply makes it much more difficult for young people hoping to abstain from sex in their prime years of sexual interest and fertility if they now have the added pressure to marry in their late 20s and beyond. With fewer than half of all American households comprised of mar- ried couples, an added burden is placed on society and shifted off to mushrooming gov- ernment programs. If young adults in their early 20s find their "special" someone, the natural and logical step is marriage. Floyd and Mary Beth Brown write a nation- al weekly column distributed exclusively by Cagle Cartoons newspaper syndicate. browns@caglecartoons.com. FIRSTT COAST ,fE A PARTY.*ORG W BLACK CYAN MAGENTA 81 COMMUNITY FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2009/NEWS-LEADER First Baptist homecoming Sept. 27 First Baptist Church will hold homecoming Sept. 27. The church's new location is 1600 S. Eighth St., Fernandina Beach. This year is even more special as we cel- ebrate the 150th anniversary of First Baptist Church. Mark you calendars and save the date. It's going to be a great celebration. A moment in our church history by Melba Whitaker: "In September of 1887, the original little wooden church (built in 1860) and all the records were com- pletely destroyed by fire. The only thing that survived was a beautiful silver com- munion service given to us by the Sabbath School of the First Baptist Church of Jersey City, N.J., with the date of June 1874 inscribed on one of the pieces. "We have no record of what prompt- ed this lovely gift. The logic has been that because a number of the union sol- diers fell in love with our island and came back after The War' to live, that their home churches provided encour- agement and support during those struggling years. The service has been beautifully restored and will be on dis- play in the Leroy McKee Historical Room." Labor Day Sunday luncheon was enjoyed at First Baptist Church, Callahan, following the morning serv- ice. No afternoon or evening services were held. Their Saints Alive senior adult lunch- eon was enjoyed Sep. 10 in the Family Life Center. SOS Banquet, Sunday School Outreach. Strategy was enjoyed Sept. 9 in the Family Life Center. Guest Speaker was Dr. Clay Hallmark. He began serving as senior pastor of First Baptist Church, Marion, Ark., in 2001. He also presently serves as first vice president of the Arkansas Baptist State Convention. He is a conference leader and consultant for the Faith Evangelism strategy and an evangelist and speaker throughout the nation. Visit at callahan fbc.org. Sue Underwood reports: "Lamar and I first joined Grace Groups through Brother Jackie Hayes' Grace Group sev- eral years ago. As this grew in numbers, he encouraged us to multiply. Thereafter, C.A. McDonald and his fami- ly stepped out as Grace Group leaders and invited us to join them. We were ready to begin our own group. We stepped out and asked two other cou- ples to join us. We were never able to coordinate our schedules and ultimately one couple moved away and the other couple dropped out. We were slightly discouraged but assumed it was not in God's timing. "We met a couple who were new to our church. We became very good friends and then tried again to start a Grace Group. We met several times with just the four of us and prayed for growth. The Henderson Family came into our group and our numbers tripled. "Our group has changed complex- ions a number of times - people mov- ing in and out. Our group has now grown to five families who meet regular- ly. We are a multi-generational group. Lamar and I represent the oldest gener- ation and the other families have chil- dren ranging from toddlers to teenagers. "We have had to make adjustments as our numbers have grown, but it has helped us to grow spiritually. It has been a good experience getting into their lives and hearts of the people in our group. We look forward to multiplying again as our group con- tinues to grow." The new Introduction to Methodism class " began Sept. 13 and Suns for six weeks. If you are a new church member or interested oHILtDA'S in becoming one, we HILDAS invite you to join this HEAR- class. The class will ABOUTS meet at 9:45 a.m. in the Partin Center. Leader is Donna Feith. Hilda Mid-week began Higginbotham Sept. 2. Michelle Sharp and her crew prepare a delicious meal each week and, after din- ner, there are activities available for all ages. Make your reservations by Tuesday. You may call the church office or fill out the series registration, which was in the Aug. 23 bulletin. Sept 2 was also the beginning of our fall studies. Something for everyone. L.L. Braddock and Phyllis Holmes, please send me a report of the senior adult Fall Jubilee. Many of you plan to go Sept. 28-30 in Gatlinburg, Tenn., from Gray Gables First Baptist. Have a great trip and please report. I also enjoy reading Phyllis' column in the Nassau County Record. A special hello from Greg Christ, serving in Iraq to Pastor Neil Helton, Ph.D., Amelia Baptist Church, 96117 Buccaneer Trail, corner of Buccaneer Trail and Gerbing Rd.: "Hey there, Pastor Helton. Just got a ton of mail this morning on the plane, including all the cards and what-not from various areas of the church. I figured I could say thank you to everyone through you, if that is cool. I appreciate the thoughts and prayers as well as b-day wishes from everyone. I hope that everyone there is doing awesome. As far as over here, things are chill and not too much chaos and what-not, so that is a good thing. Thanks again." May the Lord continue to bless and keep you in His loving care, Greg. Shoe Box Ministry at Amelia Baptist will hold its first stuffing party Oct. 10 at 10 a.m. Have fun shopping. Call me if I can help, Diane Haddock. On July 11, 13 members of First Baptist Church, Callahan, traveled to Worcester, Mass., to work with Noel and Shelley Williamson at Pleasant Street Baptist conducting a weeklong Kids Klub (Vacation Bible School). The team also did construction projects, street evangelism and worked in the Baby Boutique (a ministry that provides infant needs to families not able to afford them.) Acts 1:18. They worked in the nursery and chil- dren's church during PSBC's services, allowing their members to attend servic- es. Tim Murphy played the piano and led music for their worship services on Sunday morning and Tuesday night. Linda Gressman, Sherry Murphy, Roy Harper, Cheryl Raulerson, Daniel Fachlko and Linda Reddish were in this mission group also. First Baptist Church, Fernandina Beach, is pleased to once again offer Upward basketball and cheerleading. Upward is a fun, reliable, passionate and encouraging sports experience for boys and girls in kindergarten through sixth grade. Upward provides first-class, organized and detailed sports program- ming. Unique aspects of Upward include an evaluation system that promotes equal and competitive teams as well as a substitution system, which allows for equal playing time for all participants. Through Upward, children are exposed to quality coaching and sport develop- ment. Upward emphasizes character and integrity instead of a win-at-all-costs mentality associated with today's sports world. The Upward experience has spread across the country and around the world. It all began in 1986 through the obedience of a recreation minister named Caz McCaslin at a church in Spartanburg, S.C. It was God who founded this ministry and has been faithful to see it to fruition. Emphasis was placed on Christ likeness and good sportsmanship, not championships. Changed hearts and lives were seen in both those who played basketball and those who administered the league. Practice began Sept. 22. From the desk of Senior Pastor Michael Bowen of Blackrock Baptist Church, Yulee, where he writes from The Beacon: "But if we walk in the light, as He is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanseth us from all sin. (1 John 1:7). "Greetings in the name of Christ. Summer is over and the kids are now back in school. It has been at great sum- mer at Blackrock Baptist Church and the crowds have been amazing in spite of all the vacations. Thank you for sup- porting the church with your presence and your giving throughout the summer months. A lot of churches take a big hit when summertime comes around, but the people of Blackrock have been found faithful. "I also want to say thank you to all leaders and workers who planned events for our children and youth throughout the summer. Monday and Tuesday were very busy, but the par- ents truly appreciate all of your hard work and dedication. "Now, it's time to start of the new church year in revival. Don't forget about our revival services beginning Oct. 4. Our guest speaker for the week will be Dr. Randall Jones, who was the pastor of Langston Baptist Church in Myrtle Beach, S.C. He was also a past president of the South Carolina Baptist Convention and is now a retired pastor, preaching revivals in various places. "He is truly a man of God and has a heart for the church. Come out and sup- port these services and allow God into your heart. We love you and keep us in your prayers." In preparation for October revival, we are going to have Cottage Prayer meetings every Monday in September at 7 p.m. Everyone is invited to come together and pray for God to move in a mighty way on Sept. 28 at the home of Mitch and Lisa Merritt. The time is flying by and we are already approaching a new church year. Look for ways that God can use you. If you have a song in your heart, we can use you in the choir. If you play a musi- cal instrument, we have a place for you. God has blessed us with such a wonder- ful gift. Please come and join us and let your light shine for Jesus. Bro. Matt Gingery, music minister. The senior adults of First Baptist Church, Fernandina Beach, are working on a return trip to Myrtle Beach Nov. 30. If you are interested, please let Myra or Faye know as soon as possible. Larry Williams leads this group with the help of his lovely wife, Jewell. "May our Great Heavenly Father continue to watch over us and keep us in His loving care." Micah's Place plans month of awareness Observe Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October by partici- pating in the following Micah's Place events: * "Family Fun Night" Oct. 6 from 5- 10 p.m. at Chili's Restaurant in Yulee. Enjoy face painting, balloons, give- aways, pirates and more. For purchases made at Chili's that evening, a percent- age will be donated to Micah's Place. * "Steak Out" Oct. 17 from 4-6 p.m. at the Wal-Mart Supercenter in Yulee. Enjoy free food and fun activities, music from Dynamic Musician Entertainment and see the Pound Puppy, "Halo" from Cats Angels and rescue vehicles from the Nassau County Sheriff's Office and Nassau County Fire Rescue. * "Creating a World of Kindness" art contest. Throughout the month of October, students in pre-K through 12th grade are invited to enter the "Creating a World of Kindness" art contest. Selections will receive awards and prizes at a ceremony in January 2010. Deadline for art entry is Dec. 1. For more information call Micah's Place at 491-6364, ext. 102. If you or someone you know is being abused, call 1-800-500-1119. WEDDING ENGAGEMENT Miss DeFee, Mr. Browning DeFee-Browning Elizabeth Jean DeFee of Yulee and George Nathaniel Browning of Asheville, N.C., will be married at 4 p.m. Oct. 3, 2009, at New Life Baptist Church with Dolton Robertson officiating. The reception will follow at the church. The bride-elect is the daughter of Daniel and Kelly DeFee of Yulee. The groom-elect is the son of Deborah Browning and the late Ronald Browning of Asheville, N.C. MILITARY NEWS * Marine Corps Pfc. Kasey L. Sikes, daughter of Dawn Bush of Yulee and Randy Sikes of Hilliard, recently completed the Marine Corps Enlisted Warehouse Basic Course. During the course with Marine Corps Combat Service Support Schools Training Command, Camp Lejeune, N.C., students are provided with a comprehen- sive theoretical and practical background in the perform- ance and administration of duties as a warehouse clerk. Studies include storage and issue procedures, record keeping, inventory of materi- als, storing gear and running warehouse machinery such as a forklift. Sikes is a 2008 graduate of Hilliard High School and joined the Marine Corps in October 2009. * Army National Guard Pfc. Heather N. Canerday has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map read- ing, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice sys- tem, basic first aid, foot marches and field training exercises. Canerday earned distinc- tion as an honor graduate. She is the daughter of Mar- sha Canerday of Russellville, Ark., and Jerry Canerday of Fernandina Beach. The pri- vate is a 2007 graduate of Dardanelle High School, Ark. LITERARY LEANINGS Special reception Meet Ann Chinn and Dr. Charles E. Cobb, Jr. at "Creative Intersections and Harmonies between the Artistic and the Academic, the Personal and the Professional Spheres," a pres- entation, reception and book signing Oct. 16 at 6 p.m. at the Amelia Island Museum of History, 233 S. Third St. The event is free and open to the public. Chinn is a juried textile artist and designer featured in Potomac Life Magazine, Architectural Digest and The Washington Post, 'Toga Na" Exhibit, Macy's "Inspiration Africa," and sold at the Smithsonian Museum of African Art. She is the founder of the Artist Market in Washington, D.C., and leader of workshops across the country. Cobb is an award-winning journalist, allAfrica.com sen- ior analyst, writer for NPR and former member of National Geographic editorial board, professor of Africana Studies at Brown University, and author of On the Road to Freedom, a Guided Tour of the Civil Rights Trail. BookLoft dub The Book Loft, 214 Centre St., Fernandina Beach, has launched a Book of the Month Club. This month fea- tures The Help by Kathryn Stockett, a first novel about three ordinary women who are about to take one extraor- dinary step. A discussion will be held Oct. 5 at 5 p.m. at the Book Loft. For information call 261-8991. SUBMITTED Ann Chinn and Dr. Charles E. Cobb, Jr. Reading celebration Celebrating the Joy of Shared Reading will be held Oct. 24 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. The Friends of the Library and the Amelia Island Book Festival invite all area book club members (and those seeking to participate in book groups) to a panel discussion and exchange during National Reading Group Month at the Residence Inn on Sadler Road. Free and open to all. Refreshments will be provid- ed. Call 277-2048. Register by e-mailing dpaz@pazbookbiz.com. Help wanted The Fernandina branch library is seeking teens to help plan the annual Haunted House event, Oct. 23-31. Contact Youth Librarian Michelle Forde at 548-4858 or e-mail mforde@nassaucoun- tyfl.com. The Fernandina branch is located at 25 N. Fourth St. Welcome to jod's House Classic Carpets ' I & Interiors, Inc. 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For Tee Times (904)277-7370 One of the prime requirements for any /T successfulbusiness are satisfied customers. _.1,t, r-' 2 Those in thebusiness world are keenly aware V . \ - that a satisfiedcustomer will most likely return lj " to them in thefuture, and that they will recommend theirproducts and services to others. To be a satisfiedsatisfied customer, we need to be treated fairlyand honestly, and in a civilized manner, we do notlike being taken advantage of, cheated or ridiculed S in anyway. Likewise, on a personal level, we should also strive to have satisfied customers. XEveryone we come in contact with is SA somewhat of a customer and we should be selling g ourfrlendship,goodwill andcheerfulness. - The Bible tells us to treat others as we want them to treat us, and when dealing with others this "Golden Rule" is necessary for us to have and keep enjoyable relationships. Dissension withanyone we deal with, is contrary to the T' way our Lord wants us to live our Arlives. And although it is not Wa l always easyto reflect God's goodwill to others, when we are cordial to others, we receive enjoyment and we are blessed by extending God's love. Taste of Amelia tickets on sale The 18th annual '"Taste of Amelia Island," a culinary fair to benefit the Nassau County Volunteer Center, will be held Nov. 6 at the Amelia Island Plantation Ballroom, with cocktails from 6:30-7 p.m. and Taste of Amelia from 7-9 p.m. There will be jazz by The Instant Groove Band, a silent auction and raffle. Attire is semi-formal. Tickets are $40 and avail- able at the Amelia Island Plantation Owners Club; Century 21/John T Ferreira (Centre Street); News-Leader (Ash Street), First Coast Community Bank (14th Street) and Yulee (Target Shopping Center); First National Bank (14th Street); Branch Banking & Trust (14th Street); Horizon's Restaurant (Palmetto Walk); The Plantation Shop (Palmetto Walk); VyStar Credit Union (14th Street); Nassau County Tax Collector's Offices (main office - James S. Page Governmental Complex, 96135 Nassau Place, Ste. 5, Yulee); Callahan (45401 Mickler St.); Hilliard (15885 CR 108); historic courthouse (416 Centre St.); and The Nassau County Volunteer Center (1303 Jasmine St., Ste. 104A). Tickets can also be pur- chased by credit card on the center's website at www.vol- unteernassau.org. Call 261-2771 or e-mail ncvcfb@aol.com. Deadline for wedding information and photos is 3 p.m. Tuesday prior to publication on Friday. I I BLACK a CYAN MAGENTA FRIDAY, September 25, 2009/News-Leader RELIGION 9 Broken, stepped on, crushed - and useful for God F or her, it had to be a fearful place. Women weren't allowed. If it hadn't been for the encouragement of her moth- er-in-law, and a few small indi- cators that the man in charge liked her, she would have stayed within the boundaries society had set. As she secretly approach- ed the threshing floor, the sights and sounds were all she had imagined. The noise of crushing barely and the joy of the harvesters filled the air. And to think, that night, her whole future was in the bal- ance. Of all the books of the Bible, the little book of Ruth is one of my favorites. The idea that someone - 'who has lost everything can suddenly become so blessed is really PULPIT encouraging. NOTES I receive fresh hope every time I Pastor read it. Rob Goyette I particu- larly like the account of Ruth's visit to the threshing floor of Boaz. To me, it provides the perfect backdrop for how God proces- ses our lives. Let me explain. In the ancient world, the manual crushing and process- ing of wheat and barley was a central part of life. If you want- ed to make bread, you first had to crush the grain and separate it from its outer husk. The threshing floor was where it all happened. By beating the grain with a spe- cial instrument or by tram- pling it under foot, the crack- ing of the outer shell was essential. Once the shell was broken, all that was left was to separate it from the grain. The process was simple. By throw- ing everything up into the air over and over again, and allowing the afternoon breeze, or special fans, to drive away the lighter shell, the heavier grain would fall back to the floor. After repeating the process several times, the only thing left was the part that was usable. It really is a perfect picture of our lives. Personally, I've been through the process several times and feel confident I'll go through it again. Like the wheat, cut down, bound up, thrown on the floor and crushed, life has its moments. Yet, somehow, it seems a nec- essary part of our perfection. King David said it like this: "Before I was afflicted I went astray: but now have I kept your word." And again, "It is good for me that I have been afflicted: that I might learn your statutes." (Psalm 119:67, 71) I know that when you're in the middle of it, it's awfully hard to appreciate the process but, if we submit ourselves to the Lord, the end product is always worth it. So, if you're reading this article and feel stepped on, crushed and like your whole life is up in the air, take heart. It could be that God is using your situation to separate for you the things you need and the things you don't. Who knows, what seems like your worst season could actually become your best. Like with the life of Ruth, a poor, broken widow, when she realized that the wealthy man who owned the threshing floor was in love with her and would one day become her husband, every- thing changed. I leave you with an encour- aging verse found in Psalms 34:18-19. 'The Lord is near unto them that are of a broken heart; and saves such as be of a contrite spirit. Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the Lord delivers him out of them all." Robert L. Goyette is pastor of Living Waters World Outreach Center rgoy@livingwatersoutreach.org RELIGION NOTES Women's Bible study The Women's Ministry of Solid Rock Church of God by Faith, 86138 Palm Tree Drive, Yulee, invites the community into the "Intensive Care Unit" (ICU) Bible Study at 6:30 pm. tonight. Women learn how to be "1 .....-.d' to gain power and strength over all circumstances. For informa- tion, contact Minister Carolyn Jacobs at the church at 225-5388. Small group studies Memorial United Methodist Church offers fellowship, learning, prayer and mission in small group settings for women, men and cou- ples' groups with a variety of studies offered. In the past The Shack and Same Kind of Different as Me were read. For information call Jane Holzkamp at 321-4321. Free movie Join First Presbyterian Church at Maxwell Hall at 6:30 p.m. tonight for a free showing of "Amazing Grace," an inspiring movie about how faith brought about the end of the slave trade in England. Enjoy pizza and a drawing for a free copy of the movie. Learn more about the movie and check out the trailer and video clips at www.amazinggracemovie.com. Love Ministry Love Ministry and Evangelist Barbara Jenkins will hold a meeting at 9:30 a.m. Sept. 26 at Covenant Community Church, 528 S. Eighth St., Fernandina Beach. Speaker will be co-pastor and prophetess Tiffany M. Donley of Callahan. Workshop Impact Your World Church and Pastor Kalvin Russell Thompson invites everyone to attend a free edu- cational workshop Sept. 26 at 10 a.m. in the Full Service School, 86207 Felmor Road, Yulee, focusing on wills, deeds, estates and trusts. Attorney Clyde Davis is the speaker. A love offering will be received. 'Pretty Hats Tea' Historic Macedonia A.M.E. Church, Fall Events Committee is sponsoring a "100 Women Pretty Hat Tea" at 202 S. Ninth St. on Sept. 27 at 4 p.m. Wear your favorite (church) hat. If you don't wear hats, come see the hats of those that do. Enjoy a hat show and some singing too. Men are welcome, and to wear their hats too. Refreshments at the tea afterwards. Call 310-6377 or 261-4114. Celtic music St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 801 Atlantic Ave., will hold a Celtic Music and Worship at 6 p.m. Sept. 27. This unique and restorative worship expe- rience includes traditional Celtic music and liturgy drawn from the Iona and Northumbrian communi- ties. A lovely occasion, perfect for friends and family. Call 261-8676. Homecoming Join First Baptist Church of Fernandina Beach Sept. 27 at 10:15 a.m. as it celebrates Homecoming. This year is even more special as the church marks its 150th anniversary. The morning worship celebration will include special guests, music and a powerful message from Pastor Jeff Overton. Afterwards, enjoy lunch in the Family Life Center. Everyone is invited to rejoice with the church as it marks this mile- stone. Installation Friendship Baptist Church on Miner Road in Yulee will hold an installation service for Elder Eddie Lawrence at 4 p.m. Sept. 27. For information call 225-5627. Calvin's birthday On Sept. 28 Providence Presby- terian will celebrate Calvin's 500th birthday by looking at the ways his theology has influenced what we believe today. The evening study will begin with a light supper at 5:30 p.m., followed by a film on Calvin's life, a short presentation by the Rev. Bob Phelps, and interaction between attendees. This informal and informative event is open to the public. Call the church at 432-8118 to RSVP so enough food will be ordered for everyone. Yom Kippur A Yom Kippur service will be held in the Social Hall of Amelia Park's Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 1830 Lake Park Drive, Fernandina Beach, at 10 a.m. Sept. 28. Kol Nidre will be observed. Members will gather again for a "break-fast" potluck din- ner at the home of Lynda and Erik Larsen beginning at 6 p.m. Cost to attend is $25 per person. If you have not reserved your place, call Lala Clark at 321-1524 to see if there is still room, or call Debbie and Ron Price at 310-6060. Worship and lunch Join Salvation Army Hope House each Tuesday at noon for its Weekly Worship Service and Fellowship Lunch. Pastor Jeff Overton of First Baptist Church will share the Gospel message Sept. 29. Call 321-0435 or stop by the Hope House, 410 South Date St. Study circles Facing Racism in a Diverse Nation Study Circles will beheld Oct. 1-Nov. 14 at St. Peter's Episcopal Church. A diverse group of people, lead by impartial facilitators, will meet each week to discuss issues of importance to all. This is open to anyone and free of charge. Contact Sharon Stanley at 583-6272 or e-mail sharon.vod@gmail.com. Grace Men's fall dinner The men of Grace Community Church invite males of all ages to its inaugural fall low country boil and oyster roast at the Yulee home of Bob Brannan at 3 p.m. Oct. 3. The event is free and open to members and non-members, Christians and non-Christians. For information con- tact Bob at (904) 838-6557, bbranan@advanceddisposal.com or call the church at 491-0363. Pet blessings St. Peter's Episcopal Church will celebrate the Feast of St. Francis with the Blessing of the Animals Oct. 4 at 2 p.m. on the lawn of the Youth Center at Ninth and Alachua streets. The public is invited to celebrate and honor the pets in our lives. No crea- ture is too small or too large, all are invited to be blessed. For their safe- ty, pets must be leashed or crated during the service. For information contact the church at 261-8676 or stpetersparish.org. 'Reclaiming Paul' Amelia Plantation Chapel will begin a 12-week DVD-based study on the life of the Apostle Paul Oct. 4, at 8 a.m. Following Paul's footsteps throughout the Roman Empire, this study explores fresh insights into Paul's message of the Kingdom of RELIGION Continued on 11A WChristwalk CChurch Sunday Celebration 10:00 am "Kidswalk' 10:00 am *Takeout" Wed 6:30pm 2920 Bailey Road 261-7120 thechristwalkcom Sl.pt.;t Church Sunday School..................................... 9:30 am Sunday Worship .............. ...........10:45 am Wednesday AWANA ..............................6:15 pm Wednesday Bible Study................... 6:30 pm 941017 Old Nassauville Road * County Rd-107 South Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 261-4741 www.sprinahillbaptistfb.ora / \ AMELIA PLANTATION CHAPEL ,An Interdenominational Community Churchf SUNDAY WORSHIP September 27, 2009 * 9:15 a.m. MESSAGE "Called and Chosen" MUSIC "Love Divine" Sunday School Class: 10:30 AM Pilgrim's Progress" Study (Nursery Provided) -ALL ARE WELCOME- The Chapel is located behind The Spa & Shops at Amelia Island Plantation 36 Bowman Road (904) 277- 4414 www.ameliachapel.com A4NCHOR Contemporary Worship Sunday @11:00 515 Centre Street - I . I: Rev. Ray Ramsburg, Pastor --- Every Sunday --- Traditional Worship: 8AM & 11AM Praise Worship: 9:30AM Nursery provided at all services --- Vacation Bible School --- July 12 thru 17 Across from Fort Clinch State Park 261-6306 www.poplcamelia.orqc (-ovidence *. . Pres6yterian .'... 'urc FLORIDA �'" E � Everyone is welcome Rev. Robert Phelps 96537 Parliament Drive, Yulee (Comer Old Nassauville Rd.) Worship Service at 9:30 a.m. (904) 432-8118 www.providenceyulee.com providenceyulee@comcast.net St. Peter's Episcopal Church Welcomes You! Located at the O | corner of 8th & Atlantic NEW SERVICE SCHEDULE 8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist 8:45 a.m. Breakfast - Burns Hall 9:30 a.m. Christian for ALL Kick-off 10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist 904-261-4293 www.stpetersparish.org I I-I - - - - IN YULEE UNITED - METHODIST CHURCH Please join us for SUNDAY SERVICES: Church School 9:30AM Worship 11AM Wednesday Study 6:30PM A1A & Christian Way, Yulee 225-5381 * Rev. Mark Stiles AMELIA ISLAND CHURCH OF CHRIST Come Worship with us where the Bible is our only Authority. Church Services: 11am YMCA on Citrona / 225-5368 wwwnna meliisialndchllrchofchrist com In the heart of Fernandina 9 N. 6" Street Dr. Holton Siegling Senior Pastor Worship 8:30 & 11 a Sunday School 9:50a Nursery SChildren Youth Adults 261-3837 www. 1 stpres-fbcorn BLACKROCK BAPTIST CHURCH 96362 Blackrock Rd., Yulee 261-6220 Senior Pastor: Rev. Michael S. Bowen Sunday Morning Worship Services 10:30am Sunday School 9:15am Friday 6:45 - 9:00 Awana Worship Service 10:30 (Childrens Church) Sunday p.m. Service 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m. Nursery Provided www.blackrockbaptist.com "Discover the Difference" at Amelia Baptist Church Pastor: Dr. H. Neil Helton Sunday Woship Service - 10:30am Bible Study - 9am Nursery provided for all services Small group studies-Adults 6pm Wednesday - Prayer Service 6:30pm Preschool and Children Activities 961167 BUCCANEER TRAIL Comer of Buccaneer Tr, & Gerbing Road, Femnandina Bch, For More Information Call: 261-9527 JIr~l4r c/buz ."-'-""ianunruuinr "iuu HOMECOMING SUNDAY September 27th 9 AM Life Groups 10:15 AM Worship First Baptist Church 1600 S. 8th Street Fernandina Beach, FL 904-261-3617 www.FBFirst.net Rev. Jeff Overton, Sr Pastor 0110,311[9,l1[a ii111[il[H Mii Rev. Brian Eburn, Pastor Saturday Vigil Mass -4 pm & 5 30 pm Saturday 4 pm Mass at Yulee United Methodist Church Sunday Masses 8 00 & 10 00 am &2 12 Nooo Daily Mass - 8 30 am Mon, Wed, Tlhurs &r Fn 6 pm - Tuesday Holy Day Masses Vigil 6 00 pm, Holy Day 8 30 am Confessions Saturday 315pm - 345 pm or by appt Telephone Numbers: Parish Office: 904-261-3472; Fax 904-321-1901 Emergency Number: 904-277-6566, l alscn all 9n.4-277-nR5 CELEBRATION BAPTIST CHURCH Innovative Style, Contemporary Music, Casual Atmosphere Pastor Mike Kwiatkowski 85520 Miner Rd Yulee, FL 32097 Sunday Worship 10:30 Nursery Provided Small group bible study Sunday morn. @ 9:15am KidKredible Children Ministries Meeting @ 10'30am Sunday Youth "Body Shop" Wed. @ 6:30pm Connecting with Chnst..Connecting with People. I FOR-MORE IN FO:(904)22 5--77 FIVE POINTS BAPTIST "MORE THAN A CHURCH, WE'RE FAMILY" Pastor : Dr. Alan Brown Sunday School ............... .9:4SA.M. Worship Service ............. 10:SSA.M. Discipleship Training ........... .6:00P.M. Evening Worship .............. 6:00P.M. Wednesday Fellowship Supper .... 6:00P.M. Wednesday Prayer Service ....... 7:00P.M. 736 Bonnieview Road (across from Sadler Rd.) 904-261-4615 (church office) EVERYONE WELCOME Nursery provided Spointsbaptistchurch.org Living Waters world outreach . Contemporary Worship A.& SUN 9:30am SWED 7:00pm f-- Youth, Nursery & ' Children's Ministries Rob & Christe Goyette 321-2117 Senior Pastors On AA Imil west of ml a Islar www.LivingWatersOutreach.org -ULEE nBCHliRCH.J Sunday School 9:30 am Morning Worship 8:15am and 11:00 am Sunday Evening 6:00 pm Wednesday Prayer Meeting 6:30 pm Wednesday Team Kid 6:15 pm Wednesday 1-79 Youth 6:30 pm Classes For All Age Groups Including Youth Nursery Provided For All Services www.Yuleebaptistchurch.com 85971 Harts Rd.,West 904-225-5128 Yulee, FL 32097 Fax 225-0809 FIRST MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 20 South Ninth Street 261-4907 Rev. Darien K. Bolden Sr., Pastor The Church in the Heart of the City With the Desire to be in the Hearts of All People Sunday NewMembers Class 9a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship 11a.m. Wednesday Noon-dayPrayer WednesdayMid-week Service 7-9 p.m. Ministries:Bus& Van, Couples, Singles, Youth AfdifJo0d Having Trouble angel 19.I Stretching Your Dollar? Angel Food Ministries is a non-profit food co-op providing high quality food at a low cost! Boxes are $30 and feed a family of four for about a week. Items vary by month, but include fresh/frozen items, meats, fruits, vegetables, dairy etc. With no income restrictions, everyone can participate! Contact Fernandina Beach Church of Christ for more information or to place an order. 904-261-9760 "Worship this week at the pace of your choice" Holy Trnirty .Agtan Cfhurch Ang&can Cfwrci ofXort America Our province is a founding member of the Anglican Church of North America As Anglicans we believe: * the Bible is the inspired Word of God * In God the Father who created us * In Jesus Christ His Son who saved us * In the Holy Spirit who sanctifies us As Anglicans we worship using the traditional Liturgy in the 1928 Book of Common Prayer, Affirming the Nicene and the Apostle's Creed. Sunday Services Holy Communion 8:00 am & 10:00 am (with music) Morning Prayer 4th Sunday of each month 10.00 am Rev IJ. Michael Bowhay, Rector 1830 Lake Park Dr. (Amelia Park) Fernandina Beach 904-491-6082 * www.HolyTrinityAnglican.org BLACK I - I - 1� ! 11 .- CYAN MAGENTA o10 AROUND SCHOOL FRIDAY, September 25, 2009/NEWS-LEADER PB&J drive The Nassau County Volunteer Center and the Girl Scouts of Nassau County have kicked off their 11th annual Peanut Butter and Jelly Drive, which runs through Oct. 23. This project is in coordination with national "Make a Difference Day" Oct. 24. Drop-off sites include: Amelia Island Montessori School, Southside Elementary, Yulee Primary, Yulee Elementary, Emma Love Hardee Elementary, Fernandina Beach High School principal's office, St. Michael's Academy, First Federal Savings Bank and the Nassau County Volunteer Center at 1303 Jasmine St., Suite 104A. Over the past 10 years, as much as 5,000 pounds of peanut butter and jelly have been collected, enough to make 25,000 sandwiches. Donations will be distributed to local food pantries to help feed the needy. For more information about the Nassau County Volunteer Center and upcom- ing holiday programs for those in need, call 261-2771 or e-mail at ncvcfb@aol.com. Miss Kate's Miss Kate's Pre K, which has received the highest pos- sible rating from the state of Florida on its success in preparing pre-kindergarten students to attend kinder- garten, has openings for four students: one opening in the 3-year-olds class and three openings in the VPK classes. Class times are 7:45-10:45 a.m. and 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; extended day care is available 2-4:30 p.m. For information, contact Miss Kate at misskatesprek @yahoo.com or at 321-0049. 'Annie' tickets Tickets are on sale at the Fernandina Beach Middle School office and at Southeastern Bank in Callahan and Hilliard for the upcoming student production of "Annie," scheduled for Oct. 8-10, with a Sunday matinee Oct. 11. All seats are $10. All proceeds go to Communities in Schools of Nassau County. Children's art The Island Art Association on North Second Street will offer Children's Art on Sept. 26, 10-11 a.m. or 11:15 a.m.- 12:15 p.m., taught by Diane Hamburg. Call the gallery at 261-7020 to register. Nassau Center classes Classes starting the week of Sept. 28 at the Betty P Cook Nassau Center include: Life in its Biological Environment, Biology Lab, Introduction to Criminology, Introduction to Information Technology, English Comp. I and II, Introduction to Busi- ness, Humanities, Introduc- tion to Outdoor Adventure Leadership, Introduction to Literature, Elementary Algebra, Intermediate Algebra, College Algebra, Pre- Calculus Algebra, General Psychology, Strategies for Success in College, Career and Life, Fundamentals of Public Speaking, and Introduction to Sociology. To register or for informa- tion call 548-4432. Children's choir forming Providence Presbyterian Church plans to begin a Children's Choir this fall for students in grades 2-5. They will meet after school at the church beginning Sept. 29. From time to time, the choir will share their songs during the worship service. Funding for music classes in local schools has decreased substantially, and many chil- dren have no opportunity for group singing. Providence hopes to provide the children with an opportunity for music education and exposure to music through the choir. Any child in the proper age group is welcome to join the Children's Choir. For informa- tion call 432-8118. The church is located at 96537 Parliament Drive, just off Old Nassauville Road. Youngleaders The application deadline for the Youth Leadership Nassau 2009-10 program is Oct. 1. Interested 10th and 11th graders will meet other students from Nassau County, gain an increased awareness of community needs, opportu- nities and resources and develop effective styles of leadership. Eligible students must demonstrate proven leader- ship ability in school and/or community activities, have an interest in addressing the issues confronting Nassau County and be academically sound. An average of "B" or better is recommended. Groups meet for monthly sessions November through April. Get an application from a teacher or guidance coun- selor, or in the front office. Or call the Nassau County Extension office for an appli- cation at (904) 879-1019. Biofuel Blast' On Oct. 5, youth in Nassau County will join hundreds of thousands of young people around the nation to simulta- neously create biofuel as part of 4-H National Youth Science Day, Biofuel Blast. This year's experiment will teach youth how cellulose and sugars in plants - such as corn, switchgrass, sorghum and algae - can be converted into fuel and how alternative energies can be used in their own communities. In Nassau County, Biofuel Blast participants will lead dis- cussions about alternative energy with county officials and businesses and in their communities to demonstrate the world of alternative fuels and discuss how they could make a difference in their hometown. Nassau County 4-H Council will host the event at 6:30 p.m., Monday, Oct. 5 at the West Nassau Multi- Purpose facility in Callahan. For more information visit www.4-H.org/NYSD. Learn about 4-H in Nassau County at www.nassau.ifas.ufl.edu. Scout round-ups Boys ages 6-10 or in first through fifth grade can sign up for Scouting in Nassau County. If you cannot make the initial sign-up you still can join at any time through the North Florida Council of the Boy Scouts of America. Visit www.nfcscouting.org or call 1- 800-232-0845. A local round-up will be held at Hilliard Elementary Oct. 8 at 7 p.m. FBHS Homecoming It is once again that time of year for Fernandina Beach High School - its homecom- ing parade will be held on Friday, Oct. 23 against Interlachen. The line-up time is 3:30 p.m. and the parade starts at 4 p.m. The theme this year is "Pirates Hit the Road." The entire community is invit- ed to join with the school, whether it is a walking group, decorated vehicle or float. Call FBHS at 261-5713 and leave a message if you would like to participate. YHS Homecoming Yulee High School will cel- ebrate homecoming Friday, Oct. 23 when the Hornets take on University Christian at 7 p.m. The theme this year is "Hornets Save the Day," with activities planned for the entire week leading up to the big game. New this year is the school's first homecoming parade, scheduled Friday before the game. Community participation is encouraged. Other activities include FCA Grub Night Tuesday, Oct. 20, and a Powder Puff JV game Oct. 22. On Friday, the homecom- ing court will include princes and princesses from the ninth, 10th and llth grade classes. Four senior girls and boys will be on the court, and the king and queen will be elected from the senior representa- tives. Dress-up days are: Mon- day, '80s exercise day; Tues- day, farmers day; Wednesday, superhero day; Thursday, class color day; and Friday, spirit day. For more information con- tact Donna Jackson, student government sponsor, at 225- 8641 ext.5612. Help wanted The Fernandina branch library, 25 N. Fourth St., is seeking teens interested in volunteering to help plan the annual Haunted House event, slated for Oct. 23-31. Contact Youth Librarian Michelle Forde at 548-4858 or e-mail mforde@nassaucountyfl.com. Nassau County schools first in the country with 'StormReady status For the News-Leader NOAA's National Weather Service in Jacksonville recognizes the Nassau County School District as the first StormReady Supporter School District in the country. The district is composed of 15 public schools, and each school has achieved StormReady Supporter status. The StormReady Supporter program is a nationwide program that acknowl- edges agencies, businesses and schools for establishing severe weather safety plans and that actively promote severe weather safety and awareness. "StormReady Supporters are an impor- tant part of our mission of saving lives and property," said Stephen Letro, Meteorolo- gist-in-Charge of the NWS in Jacksonville. "When a severe weather watch or warning is issued, the public needs to understand what actions to take." Angela Enyedi, the assistant warning coordination meteorologist at the NWS in Jacksonville and program developer for the local StormReady Supporter for Schools, formally recognized the Nassau County School District for completing the StormReady program during the school board meeting at Hilliard Elementary School Thursday night. "The Nassau County School District was very fortunate to have a partnership with our local National Weather Service office," said Sharyl W. Wood, executive director of administrative services for the Nassau County School Board. "Through the outreach and encouragement of the NWS office, the Nassau County Schools were invited to participate in the StormReady Supporter for Schools pro- gram, which has greatly increased our awareness, knowledge and preparedness for severe weather. As a result, we have reinforced and increased our ability to pro- tect students, school staff and others attending school events." To be noted as a StormReady Supporter Sheriff sz 'Reading I J I SUBMIT School Board member and Family Support Services Chief Executive Officer Jim Adams reads to Donna Graves' kindergarten class at Callahan Elementary School Sept. 15 as part of his agency's partnership with the Sheriff's Reading Club. It's that time of year again, when Nassau County Sheriff Tommy Seagraves swears in more "Reading Deputies" into the Sheriff's Reading Club. Sponsors Jim Adams of Family Support Services of North Florida, Seagraves, Pound Puppy inventor Mike Bowling and Dawn Bostwick, head librarian for Nassau County library system handed out more than 40 backpacks Sept. 15 at Callahan and Hilliard elementary schools. Two kindergarten classes each were chosen by the schools' principals to receive the backpacks filled with work- books, a drinking cup and a Douglas the Duck book about safety written and illustrated by local authors Brad and Stephanie Strawberry of Yulee. And then there's the Pound Puppy in each, which Pound Puppy inventor Mike Bowling explains is their "reading buddy," who needs to be given a name and read a story every night before they go to bed. The library also hands out a letter to go home in the back- pack that tells parents when each branch is open and fea- School by the NWS in Jacksonville, each of Nassau County's public schools suc- cessfully completed a set of guidelines, which were created based on a collabora- tive effort between all six Florida NWS offices, the Florida Department of Emergency Management and the Florida Department of Education. The guidelines include severe weather safety training for administrators and other critical decision makers at the schools. The program participants learned how to proactively address their school's weath- er threat potential via interrogating Doppler radar imagery, scanning the sky and receiving and correctly interpreting National Weather Service watch and warn- ing products. Each school also customized a severe weather emergency response plan and defined severe weather shelter areas throughout the school campus. For information on the local Storm Ready Supporter program visit www.srh. noaa.gov/jax/?n=stormreadyforschools. ears in Deputies tures the different library pro- grams for children. The program, which began in January 2008, has given away more than 1,300 backpacks for 4- and 5-year-olds in Nassau County. Any parent can go to any branch library and get the backpack for filling out an appli- cation for a library card for the child. Seagraves puts a deputy's star sticker on each child who receives a backpack and he makes each class raise their right hand to take their oath. Adams asked the last class they visited if they knew who the sheriff was and Miles Edgy piped up and said his mother was. Seagraves told the young- ster that perhaps it was true that his mother was the sheriff at his house. Miles is not a stranger to Seagraves. His mother works at the sheriff's office. Adams said he always enjoys giving the backpacks away and it's a way to keep families together and reading. "Encour- aging family activities and early literacy helps preserve families and that's what Family Support Services is all about." Student wins ballroom gold On Sept. 12 Fernandina Beach Middle School sev- enth-grader Amanda Herrera Hernandez became the 2009 United States Latin/Rhythm champion by placing first and winning the pre-teen title along with her professional dance instruc- tor Felix Solis at a competi- tion in Orlando. Solis is director of the Ballroom Youth Academy, a local non-profit program that gives free ballroom dance classes to students in grades one through 12 from Fernandina, Yulee and Callahan. Hernandez is an "A" stu- dent at FBMS who started with the academy about two years ago, attending the free classes held every Thursday from 3:30-4:30 p.m. at the Atlantic Avenue Recreation Center. The non-profit program was inspired by the movie, 'Take the Lead," which stars Antonio Banderas as a pro- fessional ballroom dance teacher who goes into inner city New York schools to teach ballroom dancing - an excellent after-school activi- ty. Only a few students, such as Hernandez, who show good grades, desire and par- ticipation in the classes may move onto a scholarship pro- gram, which offers private instruction as well as the opportunity to perform and compete in dance events. Her mom and dad, little brother and grandmother, who flew in from Spain just to see her dance, were pres- ent. There were tears of joy when Hernandez was announced the winner. Local students Miguel Kronbach, Channing Perrett and Gavin Loring also made the trip to Orlando, said Solis. "This is just like the U.S. Open in tennis or golf, but in ballroom dancing." The Ballroom Youth Academy is supported through fundraisers such as the "Dancing with the Stars" event held at Amelia Island Plantation, as well as an annual golf tournament. Coming up Saturday is the second annual Miss Amelia Island Classic Pageant, where young girls from babies to high school may enter for the title Miss Amelia Island, as well as a mother/daughter contest. For more information con- tact Felix Solis at (904) 707- 6762. SUBMITTED Fernandina Beach Middle School seventh-grader Amanda Herrera Hernandez with instructor Felix Solis at a ball- room dance competition in Orlando. She placed first. Kindermusik classes start next week at Amelia Arts Academy Kindermusik classes with Sarah Flint begin next week at the Amelia Arts Academy, 516 South 10th St., Suite 215, Fernandina Beach, including: * Imagine That! "See What I Saw" for ages 3-5 Enjoy a musical experience built on pretend play. Home materials include a wooden slide whistle, two music CDs, two music & movement books, a "Grasshopper Park Play Set," and a family activity book. * Young Child for ages 5-7 Build a wonderful founda- tion before private instrumen- tal instruction. Students explore musical concepts, engage in vocal development, enjoy exposure to musical instruments, read and write music, play in ensemble and have big fun moving and danc- ing. Home materials include glockenspiel, carry bag, music CD, folder, games bag, stick- ers, manipulatives, Music at Home cards and a family song book. * Sign & Sing for ages 6 months-3 years Support your baby's innate desire to communicate. Instructors provide tools to learn American Sign Language signs in order to speed lan- guage development in hearing children, ease frustration, and enhance long-term learning. Home materials include a Family Activity Guide, a DVD glossary and clip-on photo flash cards. * ABC Music & Me for ages 3-5 Let your busy preschooler enjoy a multi-sensory musical workout. Home materials include weekly take-home pages, 2 magazines, 2 music CDs, and two instruments. This Saturday at the acade- my adults can enjoy "The Art of Dream-Catching: Inviting Health, Joy and Abundance into Your Life," while their kids partake in "Catching Your Dreams With Art." Cost is $30 for an adult/child pair, or $20 per person. Call 277-1225 for more information and to register for any of these classes. CLASS NOTES + BLACK CYAN MAGENTA FRIDAY, September 25,2009 NEWS News-Leader Pets ofallkinds invited to worship Four legged friends, winged companions and creatures of all kinds are invited to join the wor- _ . ship service at New Vision Con- gregational Church on Sunday, Oct. 4 at 10 a.m. All pets are wel- come, and bring your people too. .. The blessing of the animals is along-standing tradition that orig- inated in the life of St. Francis of Assisi. The service of blessing cel- ebrates animals as part of God's expansive creation. The blessing will be held during an outdoor worship service followed by a -'C cookout and fun activities for chil- dren. New Vision meets at 96074 Chester Road in Yulee. New Vision Congregational Church believes that faith is a jour- ney of exploration, not a destina- tion. When we engage in worship that exercises our God-given cre- ativity, we feel alive. And when we become a part of a community where love and laughter and a deep faith in God are rampant, we feel loved. SUBMITIED For information, visit www.new During the Blessing of the Animals, the Rev. Mary Kendrick Moore visioncongregational.org or call offers a blessing for all of God's creatures that attend - cats, dogs, rab- the Rev. Mary Kendrick Moore bits, birds and even reptiles at 238-1822. NOTES Continued from 9A God, its challenges to Roman imperi- al theology, and the apostle's radical relevance for today. Contact Gayle Gower, 277-3748, or gbgower@yahoo.com. Reading group Amelia Plantation Chapel's "Faithful Readers" is an informal reading group focusing on works of contemporary fiction and biography aimed at seeing literature through the eyes of a Christian worldview. The next selection is Living With Wisdom: A Life of Thomas Merton, by Jim Forest. The discussion will be Oct. 7 at 3 p.m. in the Meeting Room at Amelia Plantation Chapel.Contact Gayle Gower, 277-3748, gbgower@yahoo.com. Flu shots Flu shots ($30) and pneumonia shots ($45) will be offered at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 1830 Lake Park Drive in Amelia Park, Oct. 17 from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Medicare pay- ment is accepted with your card. This is open to the public with no appointment needed. Financial workshop A "Freed-Up Financial Living" workshop will be offered two Saturday, Oct. 17 and Nov. 14, 8:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Fernandina Beach. Recently updated by Willow Creek Resources, this course is taught via DVD in six sessions total- ing eight hours. The course is facilitated by George Currie, U.S. Navy Comman- der, Ret. Call Currie at (904) 215- 2297 or e-mail ghcurrie@aol.com to order a workbook. There is no charge for the workshop and a nomi- nal fee for the workbook. Gourmet lunch On Oct. 24 Episcopal Church Women will offer a "Fernandina down-home gourmet luncheon," including a beverage, salad and entree and delicious desserts in Burns Hall. Fifi's Fine Fashions will present a show of stylish "everyday wear" available at affordable prices. There will be a Monster Raffle of items for holiday gift giving and home-baked items will be available. Donation is a minimum of $15 per person, to benefit local charitable outreach programs. Seating is limit- ed. Tickets are available at St. Peter's Episcopal Church office, 801 Centre St.; or from Robin Fowler at First Coast Community Bank on South 14th Street. For information call St. Peter's at 261-4293. Looking to y an Is fnd..? Buy one right here... Selia's 2 Jewelry r Limited edition 14K Gold w/ Diamond 317 Centre Street (Across From O'Kanes Irish Pub 904.277.0665 Gigi Grubner - Owner Pain Free (-, 'prti.li Sew l. * ' ..',,* you live WE CAN HELP! * Auto ALL ideni (.il o * Chiropractic Care * Decompression Therapy - a non-surgical alternative for the treatment of disc problems Are you suffering from: Back Pain Neck pain Hadaches Arn/Leg Pain Hp Pain Work/Sport injuries Medicare, Medicaid, Auto Insurance & most other insurances accepted S E NJ Fpriiandina Bt.alit CARPET &INTERIOR RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL JUST IN IN TIME FOR THE HOLIDAYS... WOOD AND LAMINATE SALE! 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Amelia's Fine Jewelry also carries pieces by renowned jewel- ry artists such as Simon G and Denny Wong, as well as pieces hand- crafted by local and regional artists. A new offering for coin collectors is America's first silver dol- lar used and accepted as legal tender in the American colonies. Treasure hunters might be interested in authentic sunken treas- ure from the 110-foot Spanish galleon, the Nuestra Sefiora De Atocha, a Mel Fisher find which sank off the Florida Keys in 1622. Another oceanic treasure Grubner stocks is jewelry made with the rare and beautiful Larimar stone. This one source gemstone from the Dominican Republic re-min- eralizes from volcanic rock to a unique aqua blue color. The star of the show is a specially commissioned charm in the shape of Amelia Island, with a diamond denoting the historic district. Grubner runs her shop in a relaxed atmosphere, free of high pressure tactics. 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"It was a big ouch all the R way around," said FBMS Coach Cam Harrison. "Seven players were suspended for miscon- duct and academic issues so it's hard to take key players out . ......... .. of an equation and be expected to not feel the repercussions. "It's a learning experience for them and this just goes with *r: . .. the territory of holding players .. .. . to higher expectations. I will " . ... ;- " say that some of the players ' " " ' '4. filled the shoes and positive "-"L........ signs were there of a growing team. It's just going to take time to turn the ship around. "We are all back this week and will be working hard in preparation for next week's home game against Callahan. We will be working to improve our 0-3 record." The Pirates host Callahan Tuesday while the Hornets Charles Moses carries the ball for Fernandina Beach Middle School Tuesday, left, and Antonio Wimbush with a host Hilliard. Kickoff is 6 p.m. carry for Yulee Middle School, right. Player's injury not just a stinger T his week I saw a 15- hand. He play despite his weakness. I year-old male for had no cervi- told him specifically he could complaints of sud- cal spine ten- not until he had a complete den onset of weak- derness and recovery, including full ness of his right shoulder., motion of his strength and a negative Approximately a week prior, neck was workup. he was playing in a football ..> without pain An MRI of the neck was game when he made a tackle as well. obtained, which showed some and felt immediate numbness - Players muscle spasm but fortunately and burning down his arm. will often no pathologic findings of the He did continue to play, but use the term spinal cord itself. I am also later brought it to the atten- SPORTS "stinger" to having him evaluated by a tion of the coaching staff. describe just neurologist and further test- He did report to me that MEDICINE about any hit ing, including an EMG, and he had sustained multiple GREGORY about the nerve conduction tests are "stingers" throughout his shoulder pending. playing career, including SMITH, M.D. that gives Most likely this is a more when he was playing in Pop - .- them pain significant traction injury of Warner. He said he typically down the the brachial plexus, the web would have burning and numbness in his arm that would usually go away within a few minutes. He knew this was different because it had continued now for over a week. An exam of his right shoul- der showed a normal overall appearance, but he did tend to hold his shoulder in a slightly elevated posture. There was no tenderness noted to palpation about the shoulder, including his rota- tor cuff segments, his shoul- der blade or his neck. His shoulder was stable to manip- ulation and there was no joint instability. He had full range of motion without pain, but he was somewhat uncoordinated with his motions and was very weak to resisted eleva- tion and rotations of his shoulder. He had normal strength of his biceps and tri- ceps and of his wrist and arm. When the player absorbs the hit, the traction between the neck and shoul- der can place an "overstretch" to the nerves that serve the shoulder, leading to the symp- toms they feel. Initially a play- er will complain of weakness and numbness, but this will typically resolve after just a few minutes, at which time they may return to play. It is common in high school players, but unusual to see these in children and, given this young man's histo- ry and lingering symptoms, careful workup would be nec- essary to rule out abnormali- ties with his spinal cord or spinal alignment that could make him more at risk to sus- tain spinal cord injury. Despite the fact he had ongoing symptoms for a week, this young man hoped to be returned to football immediately and felt he could of nerves that exit the neck and then blend together to provide sensation and motor power to the upper arm, fore- arm and hand. While his symptoms are significant, these injuries most commonly resolve with time, although a several-month delay until full recovery can be seen. This column is written to discuss issues regarding sports, medicine and safety. It is not intended to serve as a replace- ment for treatment by your reg- ular doctor It is only designed to offer guidelines on the pre- vention, recognition and care of injuries and illness. Specific concerns should be discussed with your physician. Mail your questions to Gregory Smith, M.D., Sports Medicine, 1250 S. 18th St., Suite 204, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034. Call 261-8787 or visit www.gsmithmd.com. JAGUAR UPDATE: Winless Jags head to Houston Sunday .....UP NEXT: The Jaguars are on the road Sunday in search of their first win as they take on AFC South foe . ..Houston at Reliant Stadium. Kickoff is at 1 p.m. -LAST GAME: The Jaguars dropped to 0-2 with Sunday's 31-17 loss to S the Arizona Cardinals in Jackson- ville's home opener. The Jaguars' . second-half battle wasn't enough to overcome their 21-0 deficit at half- time. QB David Garrard threw for 282 yards and two touchdowns and WR Mike Sims-Walker totaled 106 yards on six receptions. The Jaguars .recovered two fumbles in the first half, but didn't score their first touch- , down until late in the third quarter. 1 OFFENSE: TE Marcedes Lewis had three receptions for 62 yards, includ- ,ting a 25-yard touchdown catch in the . third quarter. DEFENSE: LB Justin Durant led the team in tackles for the second con- secutive week, finishing with 15 tack- les and one forced fumble. LB Daryl Smith had 11 tackles and also forced a fumble. Rashean Mathis recov- ered a Beanie Wells fumble, Mathis' ,..28th career takeaway. He is first in .... , , *- "team history for career takeaways. Jaguars run- TELEVISION/RADIO: The game will ning back ebe broadcast regionally on CBS and Maurice Jones- locally on WTEV CBS47. Games are Drew with a broadcast on Jaguars Radio carry Sunday Network stations WOKV AM and FM against (690 and 106.5). Arizona, above. Rashean NEXT WEEK: The Jaguars return Mathis scoops - home to face Tennessee Oct. 4. The up a fumble, Titans lead the overall series 16-12. right. PHOTOS BY BETH WEBSITE: Visit the jaguars website JONES/NEWS-LEADER at www.jaguars.com. Get your Gator Bowl tickets now Tickets and parking to the New Year's Day Konica Minolta Gator Bowl Game are on sale. The 65th annual Konica Minolta Gator Bowl will be played Jan. 1 at Jacksonville Municipal Stadium with kickoff at 1 p.m. and will be televised nationally on CBS. The Gator Bowl will pit a team from the Atlantic Coast Conference against a team from the Big East Conference or Notre Dame. Ticket prices are $60 for VIP seats and $50 for stadi- um seats. Parking is avail- able for $20 per car. The Gator Bowl has also announced the return of the popular Score 4 Pack, which includes four stadi- um seats, a parking pass, four Patches, four in-stadi- um meal vouchers and a game program for only $200. To order tickets, park- ing or a Score 4 Pack, visit gatorbowl.com. "When we signed on as the title sponsor of the Konica Minolta Gator Bowl, we recognized this strate- gic investment would prove to be an excellent vehicle for reaching our target audience and increasing our brand awareness in the marketplace," says Kevin P Kern, vice president, mar- keting, Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. 'This year's game was an instant classic for col- lege football fans, so we look forward to teaming with the Gator Bowl Association to ensure suc- cess for the 2010 contest. Visit www.KMBSsports. com to enter for a chance to win The Konica Minolta Ultimate Sports Experience. Sweepstakes ends Dec. 15. No purchase necessary. Contestants must be at least 21 years of age. The Gator Bowl Association is a 501(c) 3 not-for profit organization whose mission is to provide Northeast Florida with the very best in college athlet- ics and related activities in order to maximize positive impact on the area's econo- my, national image and community pride. Its pri- mary charitable activities are focused on education and youth in the North Florida area. For information visit www.gatorbowl.com. 4 BLACK CYAN MAGENTA FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2009 SPORTS News-Leader Calling all Gator fans Join other Gators for a viewing party at Beef O'Brady's Saturday at 6 p.m. as the Gator foot- ball team takes on the Kentucky Wildcats. For information contact Tommy Roberts, Nassau County Gator Club, at 277-4111. Freedom Playground event The Freedom Playground Wheelathon will be held Sept. 26 at Central Park off of Atlantic Avenue. The Wheelathon is an awareness event intended to raise money for Freedom Playground. Team and open registration are from 9-10 a.m. The walk is from 10-11 a.m. from Central Park to the downtown marina and back, using one wheelchair per team. Live music, food by Sonny's, demonstration events (wheelchair softball, tennis and basketball) will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Register in advance at www.firstgiving. com/freedomplayground. For information, con- tact Aaron Morgan at (904) 335-7253 or e-mail him at aaronmorgan4@gmail.com. Barbecue dinners and carwash The Fernandina Beach High School girls volleyball team will hold a barbecue dinner and car wash Sept. 26 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bo and Mike's Detail on Eighth Street. Dinners are $8 and car wash tickets are $5. For information call 321-0844. Yoga retreat Mbody Yoga of Jacksonville will host an all- level Baptiste yoga weekend retreat at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island Oct. 2-4. The retreat kicks off Friday night with a yoga D.J. dance party with guest DJ Jordan from Miami. Cost is $45. Saturday and Sunday will feature discussion sessions and yoga classes led by Mark White of Mbody Yoga in Jacksonville and Deborah Williamson of Midwest Power Yoga. Cost is $245-262. For information or to register, contact melanie@mbodyyoga.com or call (904) 707- 2572. GoYoga, 708 S. Eighth St., Fernandina Beach, is among the sponsors. Bowling league for beginners A beginners bowling league starts Oct. 6 and runs through Jan. 27 (with exception of Christmas and New Year's weeks) at Strikers Family Bowling Center in Yulee. Play is at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $15 per week. Cash league and free bowling ball at the end of the league. A certified USBC coach will be on hand for question and answer sessions, lessons and tips. Call 225-1077 for information. WalkleaderatAIP Amelia Island Plantation will host the next Walk Leader certification program with Leslie Sansone, America's No. 1 walking expert. This two-day program offers the education and tools needed to lead indoor walking classes in public settings. The only pre-requirement is that each candidate be certified in CPR. Today a master walk class will be held at Racquet Park from 6- 7 p.m. The master walk class is open to the public and free of charge. Sept. 26 is a one- day certification program for individuals enrolled. Visit www.walkleader.com or call (724) 656-8466. Packers fans The Packers Fan Club of Fernandina Beach is organizing for the 2009 season. Anyone interested should contact John Megna at jtmegna@aol.com. Triathlon on Amelia DRC Sports will be hosting the Atlantic Coast Triathlon at Amelia Island Oct. 3. Hundreds of athletes will be coming from all over the U.S. and around the world to compete at Amelia Island. The bike portion will take the athletes on a tour of the island as they travel their 56-mile journey. There will be traffic delays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., so residents are urged to plan ahead and asked to show cour- tesy to the visiting athletes. After completing the three events, athletes will be welcomed back to Main Beach park with entertainment, food and vendors for athletes and spectators. This is the second year for both events being held at Amelia Island after a successful first year, which had a great showing of com- munity support and volunteers. The events are limited to 1,000 entries and are sanctioned by USA Triathlon, the national governing body for triathlons. There may be some traffic delays as bicy- cles will have the right of way The 56-mile course will cover South Fletcher Avenue, Amelia Island Parkway, AlA, Old Nassauville Road, Amelia Concourse, Buccaneer Trail and First Coast Highway. There will be closures at the eastbound lanes of A1A for three miles from Old Nassauville Road to Amelia Island Parkway. This will encompass the Thomas Shave Bridge. Westbound traffic will be compressed into a single lane and the eastbound traffic will be compressed into a single lane on the west- bound side. Bicycles will use both lanes of the eastbound side of A1A. There will be no road closure on AIA, simply a reduction in lanes for the three-mile segment. This will begin at 7:30 a.m. and end at 11:30 a.m. All bicycles will be off the course by 1 p.m. The event will take place at Main Beach Park, starting at 7 a.m. The race will consist of a long-distance triathlon, which is a 1.2-mile swim, 56-mile bicycle and 13.1-mile run, and an Olympic distance triathlon, the Ameliaman, which consists of a 1.5K swim, 40K bicycle and 10K run. For information on the event, sponsorship or volunteer opportunities, visit www.AtlanticCoastTriathlon.com. ProwrestlingOct3 Continental Championship Wrestling returns to the Peck Gym for the annual wrestling extravangaza "Wrestle Bash" Oct. 3. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Bell time is 7:30 p.m. In the main event match for the CCW title, "Rock N Roll" Chris Turner goes one-on-one with Kevin Toole. The Marcs Brothers defend the tag team championship against "Mr. Saturday Night" Jarrod Micheals and John Douglas of the Dynasty. Mad Dog Miller finally gets his shot at the Southern States title held by champion Scotty Biggs. Riot is bringing the swat as she tries to win the title from longtime women's champion Samantha Steele. Also appearing on the card are Buch Buchanan, Ike Dudley, Logan Stevens and MMA sensation Cheyne Miles. Partial pro- ceeds to benefit the Shiny Badges Ball. Tickets are $8 at the door or $7 in advance. For infor- mation, visit ccwrestling.org. SurfcontestOct.18 The First Coast District of the Eastern Surfing Association will hold its next local con- test Oct. 18 at 8 a.m. on the beach near Slider's at the end of Sadler Road in Fernandina Beach. Anyone interested in joining the ESA or for information on the local chapter, contact Richie Obszarski at (904) 891-3032. Sponsorship inquiries are always welcome. FBHS swim team carwash The Fernandina Beach High School swim team will hold a fundraiser carwash from 1-3 p.m. Oct. 4 at the Wal-Mart in Fernandina. FBHS Hall ofFame Fernandina Beach High School is now accepting nominees for its 2009 Hall of Fame class. Criteria is for alumni and former staff and includes excellence in athletics, one's trade or profession or as a member of society in the form of community service or leadership. This year's class will be inducted at the FBHS homecoming Oct. 23. More criteria and appli- cations are available online under the alumni section of www.fernandinahigh.comor at the school. For information, contact Rob Hicks at robert.hicks@nassau.k12.fl.us. MOVING ON UP SPORTS SHORTS Terrell Dallas of Fernandina Beach made his season debut Saturday for The Citadel in its matchup with Princeton. The Citadel Bulldogs captured their first win of the sea- son, 38-7. Dallas, a sophomore running back, entered the game for the first time since tear- ing his ACL against Florida and ran the first two plays in the Bulldogs' first possession of the game. He rushed for 36 yards and a pair of touchdowns, scoring back-to-back TDs on a one-yard run and a two-yarder in the fourth quarter. The Citadel (1-1) will host its home open- er Saturday against Presbyterian. Kickoff is at 7 p.m. Visit ww'v t. ii:, .l. 'I... I .com. Dallas is a 2008 graduate of Fernandina Beach High School. SOFTBALL SCORES FERNANDINA BEACH PARKS & RECREATION Adult Co-ed Softball Sept. 14 Suncoast/AII-American 12 Kabuki 11 Woody's BBQ Regional Trailer Repair (suspended in fifth inning) Stevenson/Kofe Haus 14 Convergence 10 Half-Time Sports Bar 12 Moon River Pizza 4 Coker Crane 8 Morrow Insurance 1 Ferreira Insurance O'Kane's Irish Pub Sept. 16 Suncoast/AII-American G2 Computer Consult. Sun Gallery Slider's Kabuki 13 Woody's BBQ 4 Stevenson/Kofe Haus 22 Morrow Insurance 17 Half-Time Sports Bar 18 Convergence 7 2009 SCHEDULES FERNANDINA BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Varsity Football Sept 25 at West Nassau* 7 30 Oct 2 BOLLES* 730 Oct 9 EPISCOPAL* 730 Oct 23 INTERLACHEN* homecom 730 Oct 30 at University Chnstian 7 30 Nov 6 at Yulee* 7 00 Nov 13 at Matanzas 7 00 * District games YULEE HIGH SCHOOL Varsity Football Sept 25 at Episcopal* Oct 9 WEST NASSAU* Oct 16 at Bolles* Oct 23 UNIVERSITY CHRIST' Oct 30 at Interlachen* Nov 6 FERNANDINA* Nov 13 at Paxon *District games YULEE HIGH SCHOOL Volleyball Sept 29 FERNANDINABEACH Oct 2-3 Keystone tourney Oct 6 at Raines (varsity) Oct 12 TRINITY Oct 13 at Fernandina Beach Oct 20 WEST NASSAU Oct 26-29 District Oct 1 Oct 5 Oct 8 Oct 13 Oct 15 Oct 20 7 30 7 00 7 30 700 7 30 7 00 700 5 30/6 30 600 6/700 5 30/6 30 5 30/6 30 YULEE HIGH SCHOOL Boys Golf at St Johns Country Day at West Nassau HILLIARD at Fernandina Beach at Trinity District at Fernandina Beach YULEE HIGH SCHOOL Girls Golf Oct 6 at Hilliard Oct 13 at Hilliard Oct 14 at West Nassau Oct 19 District at Fernandina Beach YULEE HIGH SCHOOL Cross Country Oct 6 at West Nassau Oct 15 at Baker County Oct 20 home meet Oct 29 County YULEE HIGH SCHOOL Swimming Sept 29 Baldwin Oct 13 Bishop Snyder Oct 15 Episcopal Oct 22 Baldwin Oct 26-31 District Nov 5-7 Regional Nov 12-14 State FERNANDINA BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Volleyball Sept 26 JVtourney at Menendez Sept 29 at Yulee* 5 30/6 30 Oct 1 at Menendez 530/630 Oct 3 Dig Pink-Stanton (varsity) TBA Oct 5 at Middleburg 530/630 Oct 8 at Bolles* 530/630 Oct 13 YULEE 530/630 Oct 19 WEST NASSAU"I 530/630 Oct 20 UNIV CHRISTIAN 530/6 30 Oct 26-29 District 3-3A at Episcopal TBA * District games " Senior night FERNANDINA BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Cross Country Sept 26 Bob Hans, Ridgeview 8am Oct 2 flrunners corn, Titusville 8am Oct 10 Asics Classic, E Riddle 8am Oct 17 CIS Open 400 Oct 24 Bronco Bob, Middleburg 7am Oct 29 COUNTY 430 Nov 5 District 2-2A Nov 14 Region 1-2A, Tallahassee Nov 21 State 2A meet, Dade City 8am FERNANDINA BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Junior Varsity Football Oct 1 at Bolles 7 00 Oct 8 at Camden County 5 00 Oct 15 at Stanton 600 Oct 22 BISHOP KENNY 700 Oct 29 YULEE 700 FERNANDINA BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Swimming Sept 29 at Baldwn Oct 1 PROVIDENCE 400 Oct 6 BISHOP SNYDER Oct 13 at St Johns Country Day 430 Oct 15 at Episcopal 430 Oct 22 BALDWIN Oct 26-31 District Nov 7 Regional Nov 12-14 State FERNANDINA BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Boys Golf Sept 28 at West Nassau 4 00 Oct 6 at Providence 4 00 Oct 13 YULEE /Providence (JV) 400 Oct 14 WEST NASSAU 400 Oct 15 Bishop Kenny TBA 4 00 Oct 19 or 20 District Oct 26 Region, Haile Plantation Oct 27-29 State in Dunnellon FERNANDINA BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Girls Golf Sept 24 ORANGE PARK 400 Sept 29 at Bishop Kenny 4 00 Sept 30 BOLLES 400 Oct 1 at Episcopal 415 Oct 5 WEST NASSAU 400 Oct 7 Bolles 4 00 Oct 8 PONTE VEDRA 4 00 Oct 12 at Oak Hall 400 Oct 19 or 20 District Oct 26 Region at UF Nov 2-4 State at Lakeland FERNANDINA BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL Football Sept 29 CALLAHAN 600 Oct 6 atHilliard 600 Oct 13 PROVIDENCE 430 Oct 20 YULEE 600 FERNANDINA BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL Volleyball Sept 28 at Yulee 5/600 Oct 1 County atHilliard YULEE MIDDLE SCHOOL Football Sept 29 HILLIARD 600 Oct 6 at Callahan 6 00 Oct 13 RICHARDSON 600 Oct 20 at Fernandina Beach 6 00 YULEE MIDDLE SCHOOL Volleyball Sept 28 FERNANDINA BEACH* 315 Oct 1 County at Hilliard 430 *In-school game N J1I I L, "iC - %C' I . i-,11 .I c 'Iliuiali \I . .II CIll I I r,, ln,- OIIc' (_ ,.C' r L ,'I-I .111 N ,..-I c.d M jI-,'1IC . .11 , l 11 1 1N-,% [ I I [ . 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Minimum offers at $2,150,000 Offers Entertained September 1st - September 28th, 2009 SContact Claudia Watts RE/MAX Professional Group 90 Websit 303 Centre street, Suite 102 Located in Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach On Amelia Island 904-321-1999 OFFICE OR 04-556-4000 CELLULAR/BLACKBERRY E-MAIL: claudiacw@remax.net e: www.propertiesofameliaislandflorida.com Pak's Karate Academy of Fernandina Beach held its I quarterly belt promotion for beginners Sept. 9-10 at the * W0 academy. Students demonstrat- . ed their color belt forms, one- 0 . step sparring and free sparring and broke a board with their belt kick. Prior to the promo- life skills and Korean terminol- , , Keogy words. Promoting to yel- 4 low/green tip belt were Spain . Scott, Geoffrey Martinez, William Robinson and Nathan Kennard; promoting to green/white stripe belt were Wesley Bees, Alexander Gall and Lane Meeks; promoting to green belt and joining the Black Belt Club were Alex Warren, Miller Murdaugh, Janiece McCurdy and Stacie Whorton, top photo. Promoting to yellow/white g stripe belt were Andrew and "us" W Jacob White; promoting to yel- low belt were Gavin Moore, Jeremiah Giedrys, Justin Murray, Mark, James and Jacob Severson, Ryan Davis and Ronald Wade, bottom photo. SUBMITTED FBHS golf team beats Episcopal The Fernandina Beach High School boys Monday and suffered a heart-breaking one- golf team defeated Episcopal 146-159 stroke loss, 141-142. Tuesday. "We are so close," FBHS Coach Christina Bryan Lloyd and Adam Standish were co- Steffen said. "The last three matches have medalists for the match with an even round been one and two strokes." of 35 on the north course at the Fernandina Lloyd shot a five-under 30 on the north Beach Golf Club. Alex Stanton and J.D. course at Fernandina Beach. Kyle Tucker Bryant both carded a 38. had an even round of 35. Standish shot a 38 The FBHS Pirates hosted Providence and Stanton and Ben Edwards both had a 39. Dallas returns to play, scores pair of TDs BLACK ��� IW" MAGENTA 14A FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2009 SPORTS News-Leader Red drum fall run enticing inlet fishermen PHOTOS BY TERRY LACOSS/SPECIAL Jacks, blues, sea trout and more are attacking surface flies and poppers in the Intracoastal Waterway. Jeff Weakley is pictured with a nice ladyfish he caught with his eight-weight fly rod. low tide arriving at the entrance of the St. Marys River at 8:51 a.m. Saturday. Fishing has been excellent there for a variety of saltwater gamefish, including bull reds, flounder, pelagic sharks, whit- ing and the occasional cobia. However, the recent fall run of red drum is what most ON THE inlet fisher- men have WATER been target- ing recently, TERRY particularly LACOSS just behind the first Navy tower located off the footsteps of historic Fort Clinch. Fishing on the bottom with fresh cut whiting, blue- fish or ladyfish is a deadly fishing tactic for red drum that could well weigh over the 40-pound mark during the annual fall run. Fish on the west side of the first Navy tower in water depths from 18-25 feet. If you would like to land a nice catch of excellent eating whiting, fish on the bottom with ultra- fresh shrimp in these very same waters. Redfish have been feeding in the flooded grasses during the high flood tide. High tide arrives Saturday at 3:30 p.m. at the entrance of the Amelia River. "One day we saw a bunch of redfish tailing in the grass and caught several nice reds on plastic swim baits," Cliff Cooling water temperatures in local lakes and freshwater rivers have big bass on a big bite, especially for live shiners. White said. "However, the next day we returned to the very same spot and had very little success." White was fishing with his father, Larry White, and caught and released several reds weighing to 10 pounds during the flood tide. Offshore catches have included a nice run of red snapper weighing to 15 pounds with the occasional gag grouper weighing to 20 pounds. Live bait fishing with mullet, croakers, pinfish, cigar minnows or menhaden has been the key to catching both red snapper and grouper. FA, Shultz's Fish Market and FC fish havens should hold excellent bottom fishing action this weekend. While bass fishing this weekend in many of North Florida's freshwater lakes and rivers, look for schooling bass at the deep sides of sub- merged grass beds while working rattle traps in the chrome with a blue-back color pattern. The No. 9 float- ing rapala in the silver and black color pattern is also a good bet for schooling bass. For that trophy largemouth bass of a lifetime, troll a large wild shiner close to and over submerged weedbeds. If you are going to release your fish this weekend, be sure to leave it in the water when removing the hooks. Revive your catch and then release them healthy for future generations of fisher- men. The News-Leader encour- ages local anglers to submit photographs of their catches. E- mail photos to bones@ fbnewsleadercom, mail them to P.O. Box 766, Fernandina Beach, FL 32035, or drop them by the office at 511 Ash St. in Fernandina Beach. Call Beth Jones at 261-3696. OUTDOOR BRIEFS Bassmastersmeet Nassau Bassmasters, associated with the BASS National Federation and the Florida BASS Federation, meets the third Thursday in Yulee. Membership is open to anyone at least 16 years old. Call Bob Schlag at (912) 729-2282 or Billy Kittrell at 225-0267 for more informa- tion on the Nassau Bassmasters. NSFAmeets The Nassau Sport Fishing Association meets the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. and the fourth Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the Ten Acres Kraft Athletic Club. Membership is open to the public. For more information on the NSFA, call 261-9481 or visit www.fishnsfa.com. Newboatdclubopening A new boat club is coming to Amelia Island, allowing the use of several boats without the hassle of owning. The type of boats will range form offshore fishing boats, open bow deck boats and cuddy cabins for overnight cruising. There will be access to other clubs in the area, including the Jacksonville Beach area, where boaters have use of several yachts. For information, call Paul Elden at (904) 245-9808. Boatlngskills, seamanship course The Coast Guard Auxiliary at Amelia Island will be conducting a special weekend boating course for three consecutive Saturdays, start- ing Oct. 31, followed by Nov. 7 and 14. Take advantage of this first-time offering that will take the normal six-week boating course and allow you to complete it in just three Saturdays. Classes are held at the Amelia Island Lighthouse from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each Saturday. This course is excellent for both the begin- ning boater, who needs to understand the fun- damentals of boating, and for the experienced boater, who may be in need of a refresher. The basics of boat handling, weather, navigation, electronics, use of radios and rules of the waterways are some of the subjects that will be covered. This class satisfies state boater education requirements. The enrollment fee is $35 and textbook materials will be provided. For information or to register, contact Steve Filkoff at 491-8629 or e-mail him at scarf@bell- south.net. For information on boating safety classes, visit Flotilla 14-1 website, http://cgaux7-14- 1.org. E-mail information for this column to Beth Jones, bjones@fbnewsleader'com. [W0lIL"L -1 DUE TO LOSSES CAUSED BY 5bib iL-b11 BERNIE MADOFF AUCTION Original art by Peter Max, Dali, Rockwell, Tarkay and many more. JEWELRY, ROLEX and other flashy items DULY Instructed by Millionaire W. Stormont estate as well as other prominent traders. Seized assets, liquidations and general order merchandise will be auctioned off to the highest bidder REGARDLESS of COST or VALUE to recover losses from PONZI SCHEME. SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 26 AUCTION-1:00 PM, PREVIEW-12:30 THE RITZ-CARLTON AMELIA ISLAND, FL 4750 Amelia Island Pkwy.: Heading South on 1-95 take Exit 373. Turn Left onto A1A. Cross Intercoastal Waterway. Turn right onto Amelia Island Parkway. Veer left at the fork. Hotel will be on the left hand side. Or call 904-277-1100 for directions. License AB2686, Auctioneer AU2762. For more information please call 770-454-9201 or visit www.madoffhelpline.com. - o ~ I E cotc s a acoffhLpi * e . I a_______________________________[Ji Join us for our next LUNCH & LEARN EVENT Thursday, October 8 at 11:30 am OSPREY VILLAGE AT AMELIA ISLAND PLANTATION Please join our CEO and Owner Donald Thompson for a Lunch and Learn presentation on Thursday, October 8 at 11:30 am in our beautiful Dining Room. Enjoy a delightful meal from our Executive Chef Carlos Valencia, and learn why our retirement community could be your solution to iving a longer, healthier, and happier life. *-- RSVP to Anne today at 904-321-0211, or online at www.osprey-village.com to reserve your seat and see for yourself " " what living well could mean to you. & 1 SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITIES, LLC I Florida - Georgia - North Carolina � South Carolina 4 BLACK .1. --,n QM MAGENTA BLACK B SECTION NEWS-LEADER CROSSWORD, SUDOKU OUT AND ABOUT MusIc NOTES CLASSIFIED FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25,2009 / FERNANDINA BEACH, FLORIDA Getrea( Free community concerts kick off 2009 jazz festival News Leader The News-Leader and the Les DeMerle Amelia Island Jazz Festival invite everyone to "Get Jazzed" at Amelia Park on Sunday, Oct. 4 from 2-5 p.m. with a free concert to kick off the 9-day festival. Hosted by festival Artistic Director Les DeMerle, the event will feature Orion, the 18-piece U.S. Navy Band Southeast. The group performs a wide vari- ety of music from traditional Big Band classics to contemporary jazz and sizzling Latin to Motown. With high caliber vocals and dynamic soloists, this versatile group has entertained tens of thousands at numerous festivals, schools and military events throughout the Southeast region. Wherever they perform, they are met with excite- ment and enthusiasm. Bring your lawn chairs and blan- kets. Food and drinks will be avail- able. Amelia Park is located on Park Avenue between Citrona Drive and South 14th Street. On Friday, Oct. 2, jazz musi- cian/drummer DeMerle and a six- piece, all-star cast including Bonnie Eisele will headline a three-hour, New Orleans-style "Second Line "~ OFFICIAL U.S. NAVY PHOTO "Orion," the U.S. Navy 18-piece jazz band, will peform a wide vari- ety of music from traditional Big Band classics to contemporary jazz, at Amelia Park Oct. 4. Jazz and Dixieland Street Celebration," the season finale of the 2009 Sounds on Centre series presented by the Historic Fernandina Business Association in association with the jazz festival. Held from 6-9 p.m. on Centre street between Front and Second streets, the concert also will feature TGIF, a seven-piece Dixieland band. Bring you lawn chairs and your dancing shoes. Raffle drawings will be held, including tickets to a concert by Amelia Island Jazz Festival headlin- er David Sanborn, who performs Oct. 9 and 10 at the First Baptist VISUAL RHYTHMS' SUBMITTED "Sophisticated. Contemporary. Abstract." describes the current art show, Visual Rhythms, in the upstairs gallery of the First Coast Community Bank on 14th Street. Sculpture, collage and paintings by local artists Sandy Pineault, Teresa Daily, Rhonda Bristol and Carol Beck will be of special interest to travelers, seekers and art lovers. Each of the pieces for sale involves the artists' journey to understand their own being as it relates to the world and experiences around them. Visual Rhythms is showing through Oct. 15: Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Friday 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Visual Rhythms is jointly sponsored by First Coast Community Bank and the Island Art Association. Call 261-7020. Church auditorium on South Eighth Street. T-shirts marking the Sounds On Centre finale also will be on sale, with all proceeds going to fund next year's Sounds on Centre concerts. The Les DeMerle Amelia Island Jazz Festival is Oct. 2-11 at various venues on Amelia Island. Besides the concerts Oct. 9 and 10 with headliner David Sanborn, one of the biggest selling and most highly regarded instrumentalists of the last 40 years, the festival will include an Oct. 3 program at the JAZZ Continued on 2B Couple's island dream: to turn novel into film Emmy Award-winning producer Rick Traum has just relocated to Amelia Island. Traum fell in love with the area when he first visited in 2005 during the Amelia Island Book Festival. There he met author Art Ayris. A few months later, both Traum and his wife, Dr. Nadine Vaughan, a psy- chologist-novelist-screenwriter, helped Ayris produce the award-winning movie "The Touch." The film was subsequently shown at the Amelia Island Film Festival. Traum and his wife hope to gather the necessary financing to make her novel, Native Land: Lost In The Mystery of Time, into a movie. Already a screenplay, they plan to film a good portion of the movie here on Amelia Island. Vaughan first fell in love with the area as a "wee child," noting in a press release that it was during her earliest years that she and her extended family would travel here from Callahan to enjoy the surf and each other. Vaughan's novel is rich in early Florida FILM Continued on 2B Rick Traum and his Emmy, top, and psychologist, novelist and screenwriter Dr. Nadine Vaughan, above. Festival lineup Friday, Oct. 2 - 6-8 p.m. "Sounds on Centre" on Centre Street (between Second and Front streets) * Free community street party and dance, with the Les DeMerle All-Stars performing New Orleans- style Second Line Jazz Saturday, Oct. 3 - 4-7 p.m. "Runnin' Wild" - Jazz At the Palace In celebration with DRC Sports & the Atlantic Coast Triathlon * Venue: The Palace Saloon, 117 Centre St. * Featuring The "New Generation" Jazz Band with tenor saxophonist Jawren Walton, the 2009 Amelia Island Jazz Festival Scholarship winner. * Tickets: $20 (cash bar avail- able) Sunday, Oct. 4 - 2-5 p.m. "Jazz at the Park" * Venue: Amelia Park Town Square (between 14th and Citrona, Fernandina Beach) * Free jazz concert with the 18- Piece U.S. Navy Big Band Southeast, "Orion" * Food and drink offered by Sonny's Bar-B-Que Monday, Oct. 5 - 7-10 p.m. "Jazz Festival Sponsors Party" (for Bronze Saxophone Sponsors and above) * Venue: The Harborfront Hampton Inn & Suites, downtown Fernandina Beach * Tickets: by invitation only (Bronze Saxophone Sponsorship and above) OfNTHE ISLAND DOG PARK DAY Dogs and their owners are invited to run, play, swim and show off their skills on a rally obedi- ence course at Dog Leg Productions in Nassauville during Dog Park Day Sept.26 from D 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Enjoy lunch and acoustic and con- temporary music by : local artist John Walsh. Cost is a $20 donation per family, cash or check at the gate. Dog Leg Productions is located at 95512 Arbor Lane. From A1A turn onto Old Nassauville Road, go three miles and turn left on Arbor Lane at the Kangaroo/Chevron station. Dog Leg Productions is half a mile down the road on the left. All proceeds benefit the Project CHANCE Foundation, a charitable organization dedicated to providing an assistance dog to children with autism in Northeast Florida. For information call 491-0414 or visit www.projectchance.com. GENEALOGY PROGRAM Popular genealogist, author and lecturer John Colletta brings his expertise in genealogical research and his passion for writing family histo- ry to Amelia Island Oct. 1 from 7-9:20 p.m. at the Amelia Plantation Chapel, 36 Bowman Road, at the Chapel Fellowship Hall. The public is invited to this free program, sponsored by the Amelia Island Genealogical Society and the Amelia Plantation Chapel. He will pres- ent two topics: "Breaking Through Brick Walls: Use Your Head" (techniques for overcoming your most difficult genealogical research problems) and "How To Prepare for Successful Research In European Records." Pre-register by sending you name, phone num- ber and e-mail address to AIGS, P.O. Box 6005, Fernandina Beach, 32035 or by e-mailing the same to aigswebmaster�comcast.net. DAY IN JAIL A new permanent exhibit will open Oct. 1 at the Amelia Island Museum of History, 233 S. Third St., Fernandina Beach. Exhibited will be displays from the early days of the building when it was the Nassau County Jail. An actual cell will be re-created with story panels and artifacts showing life in the jail. At 5:30 p.m., Jaxson de Ville, the Jaguar mascot, and Sheriff Tommy Seagraves will officially open the new exhibit. The public is invited for the fes- tivities and there will be a presentation with sto- ries about the history of law-enforcement in Nassau County. Refreshments will be served. The event is free for members and $5 for non-mem- bers. For more information, contact Alex at 261- 7378, ext. 102. WHEEL-A-THON The First Coast Freedom U Playground will host the First Coast Wheel-A- Thon to support building a universally accessible playground in the city. Beginning at 9 a.m. Sept. 26, teams and individuals will wheel/walk a 1.2- mile course from Central Park to the downtown Fernandina waterfront and back. Each team must include at least one person (of any ability) in a wheelchair (wheelchairs available for those who don't have one). Afterwards enjoy a free lunch from Sonny's, music by local artists, demonstration wheelchair sports and prizes. For information or to register, call 335-7253. Register online at www.firstgiving.com/freedom playground. Submit items to Sidn Perryatsperry@fbnewsleader.com L."ld1alte JAZZ FESTIVAL Featuring The Les DeMerle Jazz All-Stars, featuring Bonnie Eisele, with special guest Sam Kouvaris (WJTX-TV sports director) on trum- pet and vocals paying tribute to Tony Bennett. * Catered Hors d'oeuvres with open bar Thursday, Oct. 8- 7-10 p.m. "Latin Jazz Concert & Dance" * Venue: The Historic Palace Saloon (117 Centre St., Fernandina Beach) * Featuring Impacto Latino - 10- piece salsa band performs in the style of "El Ray," Tito Puente * Latin-themed snacks with cash bar * Tickets: $25 (cash bar avail- able) Friday, Oct. 9 & Saturday, Oct. 10 "Pre-Concert Party" - 5-7 p.m. * Venue: St Peter's Episcopal Church Courtyard (Eighth and Atlantic, Fernandina Beach) * Featuring vibraphone sensa- tion Christian Tamburr, clarinetist Bill Prince and the Amelia Island All-Stars with a Tribute to Lionel Hampton & Benny Goodman LINEUP Continued on 2B Movie, fun under the stars Oct. 17 The Amelia Island Film Festival will present an all-comedy evening Oct. 17 at the Florida House Inn including classic shorts, a Coen Brothers feature presentation, dinner and several fundraising activities. Classic comedy shorts featuring Laurel & Hardy and Betty Boop will be screened beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the banquet hall, followed by a down- home dinner from 7-8 p.m. featuring marinated pulled pork, baked chick- en, cheese tortellini with garlic sauce, vegetables and more. A bake sale dessert table will round out the din- ner, along with a cash bar. The feature presentation will be under the stars starting at 8 p.m. VIP reserved seats are $50 and non- reserved seats are $40 with a cash bar. Filmgoers are encouraged to dress up as their favorite comedy character to be photographed by Bob's Old Time Studio. Live enter- tainment will be by Jeanie & Joey, FUN Continued on 2B CYAN MAGENTA FRIDAY, September 25, 2009 LEISURE News-Leader OUT AND ABOUT SPECIAL EVENTS Red Bones Dog Bakery & Boutique's next free dog wash is Sept. 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 809 S. Eighth St. in the Pelican Palms Shops. Fairy Tails Mobile Grooming will serve up warm baths, blow dries and nail trimming. All donations will benefit the Nassau Humane Society. For more information call 321-0020. Join Club 14 Fitness for its second annual Motorcycle Contest & Tattoo Contest sponsored by Beyond Taboo Tattoo, joined by new sponsor the Doo Wop Diner, on Sept. 26 from 5-9 p.m. The event is a Relay for Life fundraiser. There will be a DJ, cars from the Amelia Cruizers, food and refreshments, prizes, raf- fles and trophies and a bounce house and cotton candy for the kids! For infor- mation call Kristen M. DeRoo at 206-4414 or visit www.clubl 4fitness.com. The Sons of The American Legion will hold their monthly cookout Sept. 26 starting at 11 a.m. at the log cabin across from the city water tower. Enjoy a Barbecue Sandwich Plate with baked beans, coleslaw and potato salad for an $8 donation, or a barbecue sand- wich without the fixings for $5. Call 627-9107 for three or more delivery orders. The Girl Scouts will hold a yard sale at the Miner Road fire department in Yulee on Sept. 26 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Booths are available. Contact Helen at 226-1270. Conner's A-Maze-ing Acres will open Oct. 3 with "A-Maze-ing Grace Day," including family fun and groups singing gospel music. Oct. 10 enjoy "Old Fashion Day," with demonstrations of old-fashioned crafts. Singing groups that would like to par- ticipate in A-Maze-Ing Grace Day, or anyone that would like to demonstrate their old-fash- ioned crafts on Old Fashion Day, contact Betty Jean BACK TO gambling game SCHOOL 48. Regard or respect ACROSS 50. Not friends 1. Surface mag- 52. Bobby sox mas dance 6. French lake 53. Equal parts 9. Lover's strike white and black 13. Defendant's 55. Victory sign excuse 57. *A welcome 14. "Four score break and seven years 60. *Head of class 1" 64. Outlaw 15. Shade of pur- 65. One little piggie pie 67. Loot 16. Between Rive 68. Alleviated Droite and Rive 69. I have Gauche 70. Satisfy 17. *Navigational 71. Hemorrhaged tool in geogra- 72. St. Louis foot- phy class ball player 18. Caused from 73. *High school- worry? ers, e.g. 19. *Chemistry or DOWN biology, e.g. 1. Lad's counter- 21. *Roll call list part 23. DNA transmit- 2. Jack on "30 ter Rock" 24. Creator of Willy 3. 8 to Caesar Wonka 4. Comic strip "Li'l 25. Health resort "7 28. Storm in 5. Earth-tone pig- "Fantastic Four" ment movie 6. Feeble 30. * school 7. Turkish military or junior high leader 35. Skiers' ride 8. Dried coconut 37. *What libraries meat do 9. "He's not worth 39. Whimpers his "7 40. Prefix for air 10. Playwright 41. Type of wood Clare Booth resistant to rot 43. *Assigned spot 11. Affirm with con- 44. Sol-fa-sol-fa- fidence sol-fa, e.g. 12. _ capital 46. *Unwelcome 15. Islam follower visitors that can 20. Type of lily spread quickly in 22. Unit of electri- classroom cal resistance 47. Lottery-like 24. Make one Conner at (904) 879-5453. The St. Marys (Ga.) Kiwanis present the 2009 Rock Shrimp Festival Oct. 3 with the theme, "It's All About The Kids." Kids from 2 to 92 will enjoy rock shrimp dinners and a themed parade at 10 a.m. All-day entertainment will grace the waterfront stage, and more than 100 food and arts vendors will line St. Marys Road and Osborne Street. Visit www.smkiwanis.com. *- The Nassau Council of the Visually Impaired & Blind will hold its annual pic- nic Oct. 5 from 12:30-3 p.m. in the gazebo at the North 14th Street Boat Ramp, located in the Dee Dee Bartell Park. Fernan-deli Sandwich Shop will cater lunch for $6 per person. Reservations must be received by Oct. 1. Mail checks payable to NCVIB to Betty Pitcher, 2nd VP, 1560 S. Sixth St., Fernandina Beach, FL 32034. Need a ride? Call Care-A-Van at 261-0700 for a roundtrip. For information call 583-1317. The Travel Agency cele- brates 35 years on Amelia Island with an Anniversary Travel Show Oct 6 from 4-8 p.m. Red Otter Outfitters will have a display and fashion show. There will be wine by Liz Smiddy of Beech Street Grill. Beer, water and hors d'oeu- vres will be served. There will be drawings, show specials and fun activities. Call 261- 5914 or e-mail ange@thetvla- gency.com. Nassau NAMI will hold its annual fundraising dinner Oct. 9 at 6:30 p.m. at the Women's Club, 201 Jean Lafitte Ave., Fernandina Beach. Tickets are $15. Guest speaker will be State Rep. Janet Adkins and live auction host will be Aaron Bean. There will be live music and a silent auction. Callahan Barbecue and Country Caterers will supply the food. For information contact Andi at smandi34@yahoo.com or call 583-5664. resemble a dandy 25. "Wipe the clean" 26. Docks 27. Spirits below level of angels and devils in Islamic mytholo- gy 29. *It means start or end of class 31. *Work area 32. *Nerd 33. Treeless plain 34. Bar by estop- pel 36. Enameled met- alware popular in 18th century 38. Art style, popular in the 1920s 42. "Superman" Christopher 45. Beowulf, e.g. 49. Robinson to "The Graduate" 51. Same as sea moss 54. On the move 56. *School to Madeline, French 57. Genuine 58. Other than what's implied 59. *Includes girls and boys 60. Move in large numbers, as in bees 61. Golfer's desti- nation 62. Distinctive ele- gance 63. Sun beams 64. Valentine's Day mo. 66. Female repro- ductive cells Fill in the squares so that each row, column and3-by-3box contain the numbers 1 through 9. Solution will appear in the Friday B-section. Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2009 Sudoku Difficult Puzzle #1576D MUSIC NOTES Surflineup The Surf Restaurant and Bar, 3199 S. Fletcher Ave., presents Gary Lee tonight; Gary Keniston Sept. 26; Ace Winn Sept. 28 and Reggie Lee Sept. 29. Call 261-5711. Celtic music St. Peter's Episcopal Church will hold a Celtic Music and Worship at 6 p.m. Sept. 27 at Eighth Street and Atlantic Avenue. This unique and restorative worship experience includes traditional Celtic music and liturgy drawn from the lona and Northumbrian com- munities. A moving, lovely occasion, perfect for bringing friends and family. Children's choir forming Providence Presbyterian Church plans to begin a Children's Choir this fall for students in grades 2-5. They will meet after school at the church beginning Sept. 29. From time to time, the choir will share their songs during the worship service. Funding for music classes in local schools has decreased substantially, and many chil- dren have no opportunity for group singing. Providence hopes to provide the children with an opportunity for music education and expo- sure to music through the choir. Any child in the proper age group is welcome to join the Children's Choir. For information call 432- 8118. The church is located at 96537 Parliament Drive, just off Old Nassauville Road. Benefit concert A benefit concert for Micah's Place, a certi- fied domestic violence center serving Nassau County, will be held Oct.15 at the Florida House Inn on South Third Street. Admission is $50 and a portion of the proceeds will go to Micah's Place. Cash bar and complimentary hors d'oeuvres. Seating is limited. Contact Diann at (904) 477-4134 or info@AmelialslandHappenings.com. Micah's Place programs include a 24-hour emergency shelter and crisis hotline, court advocacy, prevention programs in the school and safety planning for victims and their chil- dren. Communityconcerts St. Peter's Episcopal Church's next Community Concert Oct. 18 features Beth Newdome on violin, a favorite performer at the Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival, and Peter Wright, a member of the Jacksonville Symphony, on clarinet. On Dec. 20 at 7 p.m. guitarist Tim Thompson and his fiddle-playing son, Myles, * * *a Florida State College at Jacksonville Center for Lifelong Learning in Nassau is enrolling students for a fall "Wine Appreciation" class taught by Chef Richard Lambert. This non-credit class is designed for those wishing to learn more about wine. It will meet Tuesdays, Oct. 14- 28 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Golf Club of Amelia Island, 4700 Amelia Island Pkwy. FILM Continued from 1B history due to her Florida roots. As a special treat for the reader, she chose the SOLUTION 09.23 The DTs will perform a Christmas-plus program. Call 261-4293 for information. The goal of the concert series, under the direction of Emma Bledsoe, is to present four to eight programs every year. A freewill offering will be taken at some concerts, and tickets sold for others, in order to sustain the program. 'Bark Boogie. BBQ' "Bark, Boogie, BBQ" will be held Oct. 19 at Sandy Bottoms restaurant at Main Beach in Fernandina Beach. Tickets are $35. Dinner is from 6-7 p.m. and dancing starts at 7 p.m. featuring the "BoCats," a contemporary rock group. Purchase tickets at Bark Avenue Pet Boutique at The Spa & Shops at Amelia Island Plantation, 261-2275 or stacy@barkav- enuepetboutique.com, and Dog Leg Productions, 261-4279 or Dog904@aol.com, or at the door. Proceeds will benefit Project Chance, which provides service dogs to chil- dren with autism in Northeast Florida. Guameri concert The Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival will host the last-ever performance of the world-renowned Guarneri String Quartet on Oct. 27. Composed of violinists Arnold Steinhardt and John Dalley, violist Michael Tree and cellist Peter Wiley, the Guarneri has circled the globe countless times, playing in the world's most prestigious halls in North and South America, Mexico, Europe, Asia and Australia. The Oct. 27 performance of the Guarneri String Quartet will feature works by Schubert and Beethoven. The concert will be held at 7:30 p.m. at Amelia Plantation Chapel. Tickets are priced at $60 and can be pur- chased online at www.aicmf.com or by calling the festival office at 261-1779. loey &Jeanie The duo Joey & Jeanie play Saturdays from 10 a.m.-noon at the Fernandina Farmers Market, corner of Seventh and Centre streets in downtown Fernandina Beach, weather per- mitting. Buy farm-direct fruits and vegetables harvested just before market day, as well as a variety of organic products and specialty foods. Call 491-4872. Gene Knaga Gene Knaga plays from 8-10 p.m. Wednesday at the Kofe Hous, 822 Sadler Road, with acoustic renditions of today's (and yesterday's) popular contemporary Christian songs. Call 277-7663. Cost is $125. Call 548-4432 or stop by the Betty P. Cook Nassau Center, 76346 William Burgess Blvd. in Yulee. Nassau Humane Society will host its Pasta for Paws Annual Spaghetti Dinner Oct. 24, 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the Atlantic Avenue Recreation Center. Tickets are $12. Dinner includes salad, spaghetti, bread, beverage original Florida Highwaymen painter R.L. Lewis to illustrate the book's cover. And while Vaughan's own history spans both coasts and several treks into the Amazon jungle, her psychological work with vic- tims of trauma is very down to earth. For more than 20 years, Vaughan has worked with people of all ages and back- grounds, bringing skill and grace into the lives of all she touches. She specializes in FUN Continued from 1B singing their favorite movie theme songs. Door prizes will be given away by drawing, including original artworks Patricia Ezzell, Marlene, Suzi Sax, and dessert. Additional desserts are $2. Takeout available. There will be live entertainment and a huge silent auction. Tickets are on sale at Red Bones Dog Bakery, Bark Avenue and the NHS Dog Park. Call Guy Sasanfar at 206-4092 for information. On Oct. 24 Episcopal Church Women will offer a "Fernandina down-home traumatic injury, whether related to military, medical, or other life experience. Traum's past accomplish- ments include being head of late night programming for NBC and executive in charge of "Saturday Night Live." He was also commercial produc- er for "The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson." Later, Traum's career includ- ed producing large-scale spe- cial events as a senior execu- tive for Radio City Music Hall, Linda Lee Smith and T Jose Garcia. Weekend getaway giveaways include the Florida House Inn, Hampton Inn & Suites and the new Marriott Residence Inn on Sadler Road. In addition, an all- access pass will be awarded for the Amelia Island Film Festival in February. Tickets are available at the LINEUP Continued from 1B * Food Court, featuring cuisines of the finest area restaurants, cash bar * Tickets: $10 at the door or free admission with David Sanborn concert ticket. David Sanborn in concert - 8 p.m. * Venue: First Baptist Church, 1600 S. Eighth St., Fernandina Beach * VIP Tickets: $50 (VIP seating) * Tickets: $40 (general admission) * Featuring David Sanborn in concert with "The Midnight Blue Band" direct- ed by Les DeMerle, featuring Bonnie Eisele, vocals "Jazz Jam Session" 9 p.m. til? * Venue: St Peter's Episcopal Church Courtyard JAZ Continued from 1B Palace Saloon with jazz schol- arship winner Jawren Walton's modern jazz band, Latin Night Oct. 8 at the Palace with Impacto Latino, and a Sunday, Oct. 11, Dixie- land brunch at the Beech Street Grill. gourmet luncheon," includ- ing a beverage, salad and entree and delicious desserts in Burns Hall. Fifi's Fine Fashions will present a show of stylish "everyday wear" at affordable prices. There will be a Monster Raffle of items suitable for holiday gift giving and home-baked breads, cakes, and cookies. Donation is a minimum of $15 per person, to benefit local charitable outreach pro- grams. Seating is limited. Tickets are available at St. Peter's Episcopal Church office, 801 Centre St. Call St. Peter's at 261-4293, or e-mail cweinberg@stpeterspa rish.org. FILM/THEATER The next free movie in Central Park, presented by Prosperity Bank and the Fernandina Beach Recreation Department, is Sept. 26 at 8:30 p.m. "The Rookie," directed by John Lee Hancock and starring Dennis Quaid and Rachel Griffiths, follows the story of a Texas baseball coach who makes the major league after agree- ing to try out if his high school team made the playoffs. Bring your lawn chairs and blan- kets. Concessions will be available for purchase. Amelia Community Theatre has added an extra performance to the sold-out run of the comedy "The Dixie Swim Club." The added show will be at 2 p.m. Sept. 27. Adult tickets are $17; stu- dent tickets are $10. Call 261 - 6749 or visit the box office at 209 Cedar St. from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday. Tickets are on sale at Fernandina Beach Middle School and Southeastern Bank in Callahan and Hilliard for the upcoming student pro- duction of "Annie," sched- uled for Oct. 8-10, with a Sunday matinee Oct. 11. All seats are $10. All proceeds go to Communities in Schools of Nassau County. ART/GALLERIES The Plantation Artists' Guild and Gallery presents its new fall show Sept. 26, 5:30-8 p.m. at the gallery, 94 Village Circle at the Spa & Shops. The new show features the works of more than 30 local artists. Light hors d'oeuvres and wine will be served and there will be an art raffle. Call 432-1750. and serving as park producer for Disney's Animal Kingdom. He looks forward to becom- ing involved in the film festival and in the arts and cultural community of Amelia. Native Land: Lost in the Mystery of Time is available at www.amazon.com, www.nad inevaughanbooks.com and through most national book- stores. Vaughan's psychology practice is located in the Jasmine Office Center off South 14th St. Call 491-1911. UPS Store on Sadler Road, The Plantation Shop in Palmetto Walk, the Florida House Inn on South Third Street and Suzi's Snacks/Chocolate Soup Ceramics at 301 Centre St. in downtown Fernandina Beach. Call (904) 335-1110 or visit www.ameliaislandfilmfesti- val.org. (Eighth and Atlantic) *Tickets: $10 at the door or free admission with David Sanborn concert ticket Late Night Super Jam Session in the true jazz tradition, blues, bebop and beyond * Hosted by the Christian Tamburr/Bill Prince Quintet Desserts and coffee avail- able, Cash bar Sunday, Oct. 11 - noon-2 p.m. or 2-4 p.m. "Dixieland Jazz Brunch * Venue: Beech Street Grill (801 Beech St., Fernandina Beach) * Tickets: $45 includes the "Beech Grill Special Jazz Festival Menu" and a compli- mentary glass of champagne (cash bar available) * Featuring The Spare Rib Six, New Orleans-style jazz band A not-for-profit 501(c) (3) corporation, the Les DeMerle Amelia Island Jazz Festival distributes proceeds toward a scholarship program to fund college educations for aspir- ing jazz musicians. Visit www.ameliaislandjaz- zfestival.com or call (904) 504-4772. + SUDOKU 1 2 3 4 5 4 6 7 4 8 6 4 8 2_ 8 5 3 1 7 9 4 5 9 2 3 8 9 4 9 671 845 1 6 9 7 2 3 3 1 9 4 7 2 58 6 2 6 7 5 3 8 4 1 9 6 5 3 9 4 1 278 1 7 8 2 5 3 6 94 7 8 2 3 9 4 1 65 531 8 26 947 4 9 6 7 1 5 8 3 2 I BLACK CYAN MAGENTA CLASSIFIED 3B NEWS-LEADER FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25,2009 To Place An Ad, Call (904) 261-3696. 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You are angels! Colean S 102 Lost & Found If You Have Lost Your Pet - please check the Nassau Humane Society facility located at 671 Airport Rd. next to the airport (904)321-1647 & the Nassau County Animal Shelter, 86078 License Rd. in Yulee next to the drivers license building (904)491-7440. FOUND PHOTO ALBUM - Simmons Rd. Call to identify (904)277-6882. S 104 Personals Advertise in Over 100 Papers! - One Call - One Order - One Payment The Advertising Networks of Florida - Put Us to work for You! (866)742-1373 www. national-classifieds.com, info@national-classifieds.com. ANF 105 Public Notice All Real Estate Advertised Herein - is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any prefer- ence, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or the intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. The News-Leader will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. If you believe that you may have been discriminated against in connection with the sale, rental or financing of housing, call the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development - HUD - 1(800)669-9777, or for the hearing impaired 1(800)927- 9275. 201 Help Wanted OLYMPIC STEEL - has an immediate opening for a Customer Service Rep. MUST be fluent in Spanish. Daily responsibilities include servicing Latin American accounts and supporting the sales team. Full Time and Benefits. Please email resumes to olvsteeltradina.iobs(aolvsteel.com or fax to (904)491-8688. EOE M/F/D/V EXPERIENCED HAIR STYLISTS NEEDED - for new salon opening in October. $140/week booth rent w/one free week yearly or 65% commission. Call (904)432-8374 or (912)674-9224 for interview. COURTNEY ISLES APT HOMES - Experience Required. Great pay and excellent benefits! Full time position available. Inquire at (904)225-9505 or you can fax your resume to (904)225-9504 or email it to kbelle@contravest.com. ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY - 3 days a week. Good PC skills, comfortable with multiple responsibili- ties. Located near AIA & CR107. We are flexible on hours. Send resume to Boys and Girls Clubs, P.O. Box 16003, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 201 Help Wanted Leading Liquor and Wine Wholesaler Has An Opening for the following: TA Representative on Premise - Amelia Island and Fernandina Area Energetic, organized, self-motivated, flexible, mobile, & customer service highly desired. Ability to work long hours & weekends. Two years previous On Premise sales experience or retail/restaurant experience required. Must have very good wine knowledge. Ability to increase business, communicate deals & brand promotions. Florida driver's license, reliable transportation. Computer skills including Microsoft, Word and Excel, Office & ability to lift 40-50 pounds required. e/o/ed/f/w HEATING/AIR TECH TRAINING - 3 wk accelerated program. Hands on en- vironment. State of the Art lab. Nation- wide certifications & local job place- ment assistance. (877)994-9904. ANF BARISTAS, SERVERS, & KITCHEN PREP - Espressos Cafe in Amelia Island. Described in Amelia Islander magazine. Fax resume (904)491-9810 OLYMPIC STEEL - Motivated Inside Sales Person needed immediately to generate new business. Must be a self- starter and work well independently. Two years customer service or sales experience required. Steel knowledge or Spanish a Plus. Full Time with Benefits. Please email resumes to olysteeltradinaq.obs@olvsteel.com or fax to (904)491-8688. EOE M/F/D/V ACCOUNTING CLERK NEEDED North Florida Shipping is looking for an experienced accounting clerk with Excel and Word experience. Quick- Books experience a plus. This position will require A/P & A/R with preparation of financial reports. This is a full time position with benefits. Please call 261- 2662 or fax Resume to 904-261-3704 Earn $$$ Helping MDs! Process medical claims from home. Call the Federal Trade Commission to find out how to spot medical billing scams. 1(877)FTC-HELP. A message from the News-Leader and the FTC. EXPERIENCED HAIR STYLIST NEEDED - for upscale spa & salon. Call Tranquility Hair Salon & Spa at (904)321-2547 & ask for Nancy. ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II Nassau County has an opening for an Administrative Assistant II in the Engineering Services Department at $14.72 hourly plus benefits. Requires high school diploma or GED with college level coursework in business and six years clerical work experience. Must possess valid driver's license. Applications will be accepted until October 7, 2009 and can be obtained in the Human Resources Department located at 96161 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL 32097. Phone (904)491-7332 or fax (904)321-5926. EOE/M/F/D/V Drug Free Workplace. 1 204 Work Wanted MATURE, HONEST, DEPENDABLE WOMAN - seeking work. House- cleaning, personal services, willing to adapt, exp'd. References. (904)624- 5624 TREE TRIMMING AND REMOVAL Stump Grinding & Bucket Truck Holiday Decorations/Christmas Lighting (904)773-3084 MASTER ELECTRICIAN - 45 yrs exp- erience. Low prices, work guaranteed. Small jobs welcomed. 10% discount with ad. Call Tom (904)491-9992. MAID FOR YOU CLEANING SERVICE - Home/Office. Bonded-Insured. 10% off initial cleaning. (904)206-1829. References available. 207 Business Opportunities ALL CASH VENDING - Do you earn $800/day? 25 local machines & candy $9,995. (888)629-9968 B02000033. Call us: We will not be undersold! ANF 301 Schools & Instruction AIRLINES ARE HIRING - Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified - Housing available. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance (888) 349-5387. ANF ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINE - from home. Medical, business, paralegal, computers, criminal justice. Job place- ment assistance. Computer available. Financial aid if qualified. Call (888)203- 3179, www.CenturaOnline.com. ANF 305 Tutoring I NYS CERTIFIED TEACHER - with Master's degree will tutor Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, GED, Language Arts. $35/hr. (904)491-0313, Anne. 503 Pets/Supplies I AKC YORKIE PUPPIES - (Tiny). Starting $500 & up. Call Cathy at (904)415-1006. SIAMESE MIX KITTENS - Free to good home. (904)225-9940 (2) YORKIE MALTESE PUPPIES - with health certificates & shots. $375/ each. Parents AKC registered. Call (904)536-3072. 504 Services SERENITY HAIR COLOUR & DESIGN - is proud to announce our new services: Ear piercing and Temporary Bio Ionic hair straightening! Also, receive $20 off your first hair colour appointment. 904-321-3454 601 Garage Sales GARAGE SALE - Sat. 9/26, 9am-3pm & Sun. 9/27, 9am-noon. 2044 Bonnie Oaks Dr., Cashenwood Subd. Self- playing piano, massage table, pillows, household items. MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE 2065 Village Ln., Island Village off Citrona. Fri. 9/25 & Sat. 9/26, 8:30am- 1pm. LOTS OF STUFF - Some furniture. Sat. 9/26, 8am-lpm. 5207 Twin Oaks Ln., in Spanish Oaks off Barnwell Rd. YARD SALE - Name brand clothes, scrubs, purses, dishes. 86205 Riverwood Dr., Meadowfield Bluff Subd. in Yulee. Sat. 9/26. 8am-3pm. FERNANDINA FARMER'S MARKET Saturday mornings at Centre & 7th 9am - 1pm www.fernandinafarmersmarket.com 284 MARSH LAKES DR. - Sat., 8am-? Household items, antique server. (Also, free trampoline - call 277-4417). MOVING SALE - Sat. 9/26, between 8am-lpm. Furniture, electronics, appliances, yard/power tools, clothes, & more. 1010A Natures Walk Dr. 601 Garage Sales FRI. & SAT. - 8am-? '08 motorcycle, jewelry, antiques, pottery, plants, printers, furniture. 97088 Castle Ridge Dr., off A1A & Chester Rd. 2759 OCEAN OAKS DR. N. Furniture, desks, computers, TV, toys, kid clothes, dishes, books, you name it! Something for everyone! Check it out! Sat. 9/26, 9am-? ESTATE SALE - 2040 Village Lane, Thurs 24th 10:00am-4:00pm, Fri 25th and Sat 26th, 9:00am- 4:00pm, rain or shine. Numbers to enter sale at 9:00am Thursday morning of sale. Parking on this street is very tight, so please be very careful not to block driveways or pull into yards. Kimball Piano, corner curio, 2 full size bed sets, 3 rocking chairs, Oriental mother of pearl room divider & coffee table, sofa, sleeper sofa, 2 rocker recliners, 2 student roll top desks, love seat, console table, credenza, black curio/entertainment cabinet, large 2 pc hutch, dining table w/6 chairs, rattan chairs & love seat, umbrella holder, 5 televisions, 3 storage cabinets, end tables, quilt rack, costume jewelry, vintage ladies gloves & hankies, turkey platter, 7x50 monocular, pictures, lamps, punch bowl set, New England Clocks, Silver Plate Tea Set, salt & pepper shakers, cookie jars including McCoy Indian, Hull Hen on Nest, Crown Royal Les Girls Head Vase, Lefton figures, buttons,! Wheaton bottles, vintage & colored glassware, collectibles, microwave, rotisserie, Exerciser Elite 2000, Kirby G-5 Vacuum, two 22 cal. rifles, ice cream maker, Pyrex, blender, crock pot, misc kitchen items, many cross stitch kits, hoops & booklets, nice comforters, small rugs, books, clothing, Christmas decorations & large yard lights, humidifier, 4 drawer file cabinet, Poulan Rototiller, 4 large pet crates, lots of miscellaneous. For more info and photos go to www. MovingAndEstateSales. Net. Sale by Mary Ann Pihlblad Dba Finders Keepers, licensed, bonded, insured. SAT. 9/26 - 9-12. 831 Park View PI. W., Fern. Bch. (off Hickory St. beside FB High School). Name brand clothes, household items, hockey equip., furniture, & much more! No early birds. GIANT ANNUAL GARAGE SALE - Something for everyone! Fri. 10/2 & Sat. 10/3, 9am-4pm at 8th & Date St., Fernandina. YARD SALE - 86219 Williams Ave., off Felmor Rd. in Yulee. Sat. 9/26, 7am. MIGHTY MISSION YARD SALE - Corner of 14th & Jasmine. Items include furniture, linens, tools, costume jewelry, toys, household & outdoor items, artwork, much, much more! Sat. 9/26, 7:30-11:30am. GARAGE SALE - Hickory Village, Miner Rd. 51" TV, toolbox, Sealy full mattress set, twin mattress, professional exercise stepper, Kenmore washer/dryer, clothing, lemonade/bake sale, & more. Sat., 8:30am. 225- 2057 MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE - Sat. 9/26, 7:30am. Furniture, accessories, household items, and lots of other great stuff. Corner of Simmons Rd. and First Ave. GARAGE SALE - Sat., 8am-noon. English saddle, 46" rear projection big screen TV, VCR, working computer, dining table, dresser, vanity & much, much more. 2690 Ocean Dr., Fernandina Beach. 602 Articles for Sale 1611 Home Furnishings Marlin Model 917VS - Stainless Steel, Cal. .17 HMR Nikon Prostaff 3X9 Scope New, $400. Remington Model 870 Magnum - 12 Ga., 3" Mag. 28" Vent. Rib. Imp. Cyl. Ex. Cond. $300. Winchester Model 70 - Cal. 30.06. Ex. cond. $300. Browning Model A - 50OR 12 Ga., 3" Mag. 30" Vent. Rib, Vari. Choke. Ex. Cond. $400. Call 491- 8985 for more information. FOR SALE - 150 plus collection of Vaseline Glass (glows under black light). Will sacrifice for $1500.00 FIRM! For appointment call (904)583-3830. 607 Antiques & Collectibles Coins & Gold Jewelry - Top prices paid (90% to U) for scrap gold jewelry, US coins, paper money & silver. Weekdays only, Ralph (800)210-26-6. ANF 1940 MAPLE CHINA CLOSET - $360. Matching buffet $225. (904)400-3364 610 Air Conditioners /Heating HEAT/COOL - Window units & ice machines, used all sizes w/warr. Repairs to central & window AC's, refrigerators & freezers. Kish's (904) 225-9717. 611 Home Furnishings SOFA - Beige. Excellent condition, $300. (904)491-1987 SOLID OAK ENTERTAINMENT CENTER - Glass doors w/lights, 7'W x 6'H. $500 firm. Call (904)556-1120. 612 Musical Instruments HALLET, DAVIS & CO. CONSOLE PIANO - $350. Call Martin 556-6499. 615 Building Materials METAL ROOFING TAX CREDIT - 40 yr warranty. Buy direct from manufact- urer. 30 colors in stock. Quick turn around. Delivery avail. Gulf Coast Sup- ply & Manufacturing. (888)393-0335. www.GulfCoastSupplv.com. ANF S 624 Wanted To Buy I BUY JUNK CARS & HEAVY EQUIPMENT FOR SCRAP - CASH PAID. (904)879-1190 / 705-8628 701 Boats & Trailers 2002 15' SEA PRO - 2 fish finders, trolling motor, 60HP 4-stroke Yamaha, Ventura Trailer. $5,300. Call (434)996- 6394. 703 Sports Equipment Sales GUN SHOW - Sat. 9/26, 9-5 & Sun. 9/27, 10-5. Atlanta, GA Expo Center (3650 Jonesboro Rd SE). Buy-Sell-Trade. Over 1000 tables! Info: (563) 927-8176. The National Arm Show. ANF SERVICE DIRECTORY BALED STRAW JOHN'S PINE STRAW QUALITY GA STRAW - GREAT PRICE 277-0738 Locally Owned & Operated "A company built one bale at a time through hard work and integrity over 18 years." 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BUSH HOGGING SERVICE LAWN MAINTENANCE PRESSURE WASHING Residential/Commercial Insured * Licensed 904-318-3700 Ron Anderson Chevrolet * Pontiac * GMC * Buick is in need of 2 sales people * Full company benefits * Paid vacation * 401K available * Extensive training program Candidates must have a track record of reliability, punctuality, honesty & stability. For a confidential interview, please call Joe Wolfe or Rodney Brown 261-6821 confidence 464054 State Road 200 * Yulee FL 261-6821 * 1-888-261-6821 AMELIA ISLAND QUALITY PAINTING, INC., "Call the Professionals" (904) 753-1689 *RESIDENTIAL *COMMERCIAL *INTERIOR/EXTERIOR *SPECIALIZED FINISHES *PRESSURE WASHING & WATER PROOFING LICENSED * BONDED * INSURED *PROFESSIONAL CRAFTSMANSHIP AT AFFORDABLE PRICES *SERVING NASSAU COUNTY SINCE 1997 *CALL TODAY FORYOUR FREE ESTIMATE Marc Lawing - Owner/Operator BLACK CYAN MAGENTA FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2009 CLASSIFIED News-Leader 804 Amelia Island Homes 1501 INVERNESS DR. - 1750sf 4BR/ 2BA home located in beautiful Lakewood Subd. Close to school, beach, & shopping. Haven't owned a home in two years, take advantage of the low down payment & $8000 tax credit under the First time home buyer program. Large fenced in backyard with irrigation system & storage area for boat or camper. $215,000. (904)753-4559 FOR SALE BY OWNER - 3BR/2BA brick home on island. 100' X 100' fenced yard, 2-car detached garage. $165,000/OBO. Call (904) 261-7982. 805 Beaches 3BR/2BA - MBR upstairs, Ig deck to enjoy, dead end street, new impact windows, FP, fenced yard, wood & tile. (904)742-3481 or (904)742-6791 OCEANFRONT PROPERTY Visit www.OceanfrontAmelia.com for a complete list, or call Bob Gedeon at Oceanfront Realty (904)261-8870. 807 Condominiums CLUB VILLA AIP - This two-story villa has been renovated ceiling to floors and wall to wall! New kit. and 3 new bathrooms. Call for appointment to preview. 491-5906. $258,000 808 Off Island/Yulee NEW 3BR/2BA - 2270sf, 2-car garage, on 1/2 acre. Granite counter- tops, oak cabinets, tile floors, crown molding, covered lanai. Custom built. Owner financing possible with down payment at 6% fixed. (904)753-2155 S 809 Lots AMELIA ISLAND PLANTATION LOTS * Lot 29 - Beachwood Rd. near tennis center & beach club, great location, $335,000. * Lots 13 & 14 - Sound Point, deep water, best deal on Plantation, $795,000. * Lot 101 - Belted Kingfisher, wooded patio lot, very private, $248,000. Call (904)545-3017 for more details. OLD TOWN LOT Priced thousands below other lots Owner financing available CALL 753-3219 TODAY 806 Waterfront 811 Commercial/Retail I GATEWAY COMMONS BUILT OUT Waterfront Homes & Lots - Call OFFICE CONDO - Beautifully decorat- (904) 261-4066 for information. C.H. ed. Will sell furnished or unfurnished. Lasserre, Realtor. $295,000. (904)993-6793 Tuesday. October 6"' - 2PM I 4 SEA - 1 : 'FUI. I ' S ..... i - rtr~ c h -X4 X -I- .0 m l>T;,-1 S(904) 261-2770 COMMERCIAL * INVESTMENT * LEASING * SALES I '11111 I Anne Friend Realtor� (904) 415-1558 affriend@bellsouth.net AmelialRealty 961687 Gateway Boulevard ~ Suite 101A Amela Island, FL 32034 904261-6116 1-800-940-6116 website: www.ameliarealtyinc.cornm Kon Paimquist Realtort (904) 206-1945 rpalmnqist @bellsouth.net Great Buy inAmelia Parks Lovely 28R/28A patio home in Amelia Park is centrally located on Amelia Island with close proximity to shopping post office, restaurants and beach. This is a great buy! Appraised in 2006 for $330,000. Reduced to $249,000! MLS #49336 SEA HO11E S Jon-n Il-jrt,, h - -J S1- 2 - 2d Enjoy in .-cdrL L i,' , ct.r.r ,n , rj t f'.' r, this 2.3- ,:r Eur...-rani t. i L tae[1 Just2 rn.]i: - r.. doo' rr.ro,. r, l-, h..I ''., M is surrounded by golfing, tly-fishing, hiking, tennis, shopping, and fine restaurants. * 5BR/5.5SBA, Library, Study, Gym, 3 Fireplaces * 6,200� Heated sq. ft. plus 896� sq. ft. of Screened Outdoor Living Rooms GRAND ESTATES AUCTION COMPANY' call for a FREE color brochure 800-552-8120 New iWave Oven Special Trial Offer CALL NOW TO ORU0" 1-877-284-0068 www.iWaveOven.com Limit per household THE HEALTHY, EFFICIENT WAY TO QUICKLY COOK GREAT MEALS Advertise in over 100 papers One Call - One Order - One Payment www.national-classifieds.com info@national-classifieds.com 1-866-742-1373 Put US to work for you! j NEF ^^^^^^^^^^L ll.^^^^^^^^^W^^^^^ h^ , I i '"f'1 , tr,- l J'** .,-I~ **" ./*'v BLACK 608 S. 8th Street Fernandina Beach, Fl 32034 www.ACRFL.com Phil Griffin Broker phil@acrfl.com + BUSINESS CARD BILLBOARD CYAN MAGENTA BACK FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2009 CLASSIFIEDS News-Leader 5B 1814 West Nassau County CALLAHAN - 2 New 3/2 brick houses on 1/2 acre in subdivision, nice neigh- bors, many upgrades, large garage. $172,900 & $189,900. (904)613-2529 817 Other Areas OAK RIDGE, TN - Condotel owner or investor. No mgmt. responsibility, fully maintained & furnished, no rental commissions for owner. Efficiency to 2BR, $69,000 to $109,000. Participat- ing w/brokers. (561)702-3757, www. westgateor.com. ANF Owner Must Sell - 4+ acres $57,300. Nice oak trees, pvt access to lake. All utilities in. Ready to build when you are. Financing avail. (866)352-2249. www.fllandoffer.com. ANF NC Mountains Closeout Sale - Cabin shell, 2+ acres with great view, very private, big trees, waterfalls & large public lake nearby. $99,500. Bank financing. (866)275-0442. ANF LOG CABIN - on 5 acres w/dockable lakefront only $69,900. 1791sf log cabin kit on 5 acres w/dockable lake frontage on 12,000 acre recreational lake. Boat to Gulf of Mexico. All amenities completed. Exc financing. (866)952-5339 ext 1586. ANF Virginia Mountain Land Auction - 15 acreage tracts, absolute/reserve lots, Cove Creek Comm., Tazewell Co., VA. 10/17/09. Iron horse Auction, VAAL580 (800)997- 2248, www.ironhorseauction.com. ANF HUNTING BARGAIN - 48 ac/pond $79,794. Timber Co liquidating rugged, unspoiled & untamed WV wilderness loaded w/wildlife & 4 seasonal recreation! Wooded/pasture, wildlife pond site, stream, trails, views & privacy galore. Perfect for hunting lodge! Exc financing. (877)526-3764 x680, wvtimberland,com. Participating w/Cabelais Trophy Properties. ANF 851 Roommate Wanted MATURE PERSON - Share island home. 3BR/2BA, very private. Non- smoker. No pets. $500/mo. + 1/2 utilities + deposit. (904)321-0253 3BR/2BA DOUBLEWIDE - for rent. $800/mo. + $800 deposit. Old Nassauville Rd. area. Call (912)285- 3313 or (912)550-6542. On Island/In Park - Remodeled 2/2 & 3/2 SWMH starting $185 wk & monthly rates $695 mo. + dep. Utils avail. Furnished or unfurn. 261-5034 2BR/2BA - Beautiful new decor. $600- $700/mo. Includes water, lawn. Possible RTO. (904)315-1757 or 613-8401 2BR/1BA - $600/mo. + $300 security deposit. Call (904)753-1691. STATIONERY RV FOR RENT - Weekly & monthly rates. (904)225-5577 $650/MO. RENT - and deposit. 2BR trailer, big private yard. Prices are negotiable. Call (904)753-0165 for more information. 2BR/1.5BA SWMH - on large water- front lot. Near 195. W/D incl. $700/mo + $700 dep. Call (904)277-7132 2BR/1BA - $500/mo. + $400 security deposit. Off of Patches Ln in Yulee. Call 583-0278. 3/2 D/W - in Nassauville. Acre lot. Must have references. $800 month plus $800 deposit. Call 556-3414, leave message. 2BR/1BA Trailer - Blackrock area. Heat & air. $550/mo. + $500 deposit. Call (904)261-6486. S 854 Rooms ROOM FOR RENT - 1902 Beech St. Call 261-5621. 855 Apartments Furnished 1BR EFFIC. APT. - attached to home. Private entrance. On Island. $450/mo., utilities incl. Clean, mature, no smok- ing. Deposit. Cathy (904)415-1006 Features include: 2 bedroom garden units * 2 bedroom townhouse style 3 bedroom garden units * Marsh views Swimming pool * Dishwasher * Laundry facilities Washer/dryer connections* * Washer/dryer units available* Water, garbage & pest control included in rent Prices starting at $675.�0 per month *Some features not available in all units 5tMM ca eDuweN46 * A'd' Al'<4 O . deU! Less than 2 miles from the beach and you can walk to the shops & restaurants at The Gateway to Amelia Center! Om 4tA! (904) 261-0791 www. atedevelopment.comr 852 Mobile Homes 852 Mobile Homes I I I I REALTOR OPEN HOUSE PUBLIC INVITED Saturday * September 26th 1 till 4 pm ON ISLAND 1498 SO. FLETCHER AVE - OCEANFRONT 3BR/2BA - 1653ASF. - $959,000 2118 N. RIDGE LANE 5BR/2.5BA - 2400 ASF. - $399,900 96020 MONTEGO BAY - ISLESWORTH 3RB/2BA - 1840 ASF.- $335,000 Saturday-Sunday, September 26 - 27 PRESENTED BY WM REALTY CORP. 3321 S. Fletcher Ave. * Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 (904) 261-3986 SATURDAY 86339 SAND HICKORY TRAIL 1-4PM MLS#49639 $188,900 AIA TO MINER ROAD. RIGHT INTO HICKORY VILLAGE. LEFT ON SAND HICKORY TO HOME ON THE RIGHT. SATURDAY 96205 HIGH POINTE DRIVE 1-3PM MLS#50141 $429,000 AIA TO BARNWELL RD. RIGHT INTO HIGH POINTE. SUNDAY 515 FIR STREET 1-4PM MLS#49012 $219,000 8TH ST MAKE LEFT (EAST) ON TO FIR ST. HOME ON CORNER OF FIR & S.5TH. SATURDAY 2103 CEDAR STREET 1-4PM MLS#50432 $239,000 SADLER RD EAST TO LEFT ON CITRONA, RIGHT ON CEDAR. SUNDAY 9260 HECKSCHER DRIVE RIVERFRONT- 1-4PM MLS#49811 $754,000 HECKSCHER DRIVE-HOME ON THE RIGHT, BEFORE THE FERRY. SUNDAY 95128 BERMUDA DRIVE MLS#49961 $264,900 1-3PM AIA TO NORTH HAMPTON ENTRANCE. FOLLOW DOWN TO AMELIA NATIONAL. Dorothy Trent Surfside Properties, Inc. Realtor' ROBIN ROAD Convenient location for thiswell cared for 4 bedroom Yulee home on 321 acres near US 17 & SR 200 Shade trees, outbuildings & grapevines #50357 $199,900 FLORA PARKE Best priced home in this great neighborhood! Has courtyard garage & covered patio In good shape but needs carpet & paint Short Sale! #50258 $179,000 Ameli Avery Rd $45,000 Barrington $119,900 Blackbeard's Way $1,065 Calhoun St. $99,500 First Ave $295,000 lan Drive $45,000 Amberwood Ln $58,300 Bell Lagoon Drive $98,50 Bennett Ave $225,500/$3 Brady Point Rd $480,000 Burmeister Rd $37,000 Cayman Circle $69,000/$ Edwards Road $59,000 Gravel Creek $69,900 High Pointe $119,900 Lafitte's Way $89,900 Little Piney Island $300,0 5,000 1925S. 14 St., Suite 4 Amelia Island, FL Sales (904)277-9700 Property Management Lay coeman (904)277-0907 Realtor PROPERTIES FOR SALE 11^ 7~..^1 IFil- =. . . . . ....... 11th St, 2 homes under construc- NORTH 14TH STREET 3/2 MOBILE HOME on over ON ISLAND custom built tion, affordable, on Island 3 bed- 4BR/1.5BA block home on an acre. Corner lot and 3BR+Office/2.5BA, 2,250 sq. ft. room 2 bath with 2 car garage island need TLC $137,500 fenced. Great setting. $89,900 on .62 ac. lot. Upgrades galore. $149,900. MLS# 50109 MLS# 47266 MLS#48333 $349,900 MLS #48981 PROPERTY MANAGEMENT RENTALS ON ISLAND I *536-A N. Fletcher, 2BR/2BA, 2 blocks from beach. $975/mo. S531 S. 8th Street, upstairs apt. 2BR/1 BA $575/mo. * 210 S. 10th Street, close to downtown, 2BR/1 BA $575/mo. LOFTON OAKS Priced to sell and not a short sale! Move in ready 3/2 has tile & hardwood, stainless appliances, fenced yard, screened lanai. #50239 $181,500 NORTH HAMPTON Custom modified 5/4 Beazer home has all th? F _ir-- im aginable!( * . . I I ..... i brick paver patio & landscap- ing surround spa. #50235 $499.900 OFF ISLAND * 86356 Calloway Dr. 3BR/1 BA block home $750/mo. o85399 Brooke St., 3BR/2BA mobile home. Now Available $750/mo. NORTH HAMPTON Beautiful 3/2 on cul-de-sac . 42"cabinets, S i. i . great room, dining & living rooms. Short sale! #50242 $194,900 YORKSHIRE DRIVE Nearly new 4/2.5 two story 2842 sf home w/loft and 3-car garage in Bells River Estates. Hurricane shutters & sprin- kler system. Short Sale! #50325 $189.900 i i i rL1r tKUALI 3/2 Yulee home has a secret passage to a hidden room behind a bookcase! Fenced yard, Home Warranty, Close to US 17 & 195. #50165 $185,900 Ua ROSES BLUFF DEAL OF THE DAY! This 4/2 home shines with Fenced 1/2 acre lot in Yulee extras - private gate, in ground w/AS-IS DWMH. New roof & pool, deck, retractable awning, new siding in 2007. Home GE Profile appliances, granite, needs work but has great wood & tile floors & more potential. #50161 $312,000 #49852 $65,000 L--.. . . - - t-. . PERSIMMON CIRCLE Ideal Amelia Island location for this 2004 sf upgraded home in Simmons Cove. Nice layout, tiled & screened porch, Home Warranty. #50296 $289,000 SPANISH OAKS New carpet and paint in this well maintained 3/2 home w/island kitchen, oversized master, 11x22 guest bedroom, and covered porch. #50257 $229.900 S. I Sn 3. . (2) nomes unoer construction, affordable cottage style homes, on island. 2 bed- room, 2 bath with 2 car garage $139,900# MLS 50059 & #5006 LANCEFORD Incredible tidal creek location for this custom-built 2 story w/dock & boat lift. Abundant upgrades & wonderful land- scaping, 1.17 acres. #50190 $595,000 WAItER TKUNv KCTKaTl Low country living in this 2 story home in Glenwood has 100' deep water frontage, dock & boat lift on 2 lots totaling 16 acres Lots can be sold separately #50302 $525,000 r-zi- Short Sale on this adorable 3/2 w/large eat in kitchen, cherry cabinets, laminate flooring, fenced yard, sprin- klers & palm trees. No CDD fees! #50399 $169,900 ft _ liZ HIGH POINTE Magnificent 4/3 brick home in gated community. Tons of upgrades, cul de sac lot, handi- cap accessible. #49970 $439,000 SEA HAWK PLACE Custom-built 4/3.5 marsh- front home w/inground pool overlooking the Intercoatal Waterway 3064 sf built in 2006. #49964 $625.000 a Island Long Point $575,000 Opal Ave $395,000 Pinedale Road $69,000 Someruelus $99,000 S. Fletcher $995,000 10th Street $48,000 Off-Island Marc Anthony $46,800 10 Napeague Dr $165,000 50,000 Plum Loop $49,900/$66,000 Redbud Lane $199,000 Reserve at Deer Run 134,900 $55,000-$75,000 Roses Bluff $29,900 Southern Heritage $155,000 US Highway 17 $350,000 Wesley Rd ,13 61 acres 000 $899,900 HIGH POINTE 1.2 acre wooded lots in gated subdivision off Barnwell Road. Bring your own builder with no time limit to build. $119,900 II I 855 Apartments Furnished SMALL 1BR APT. - in Nassauville. Furnished. Twin bed, electricity, A/C, DirecTV. $650/mo. + $650 deposit. Cute, cozy, quiet & in good neighborhood. Service animals only. References required. Please call (904)206-3241, & leave message. EFFICIENCY - with huge bathroom/ jacuzzi. Off Atlantic Ave. $600/mo. (904)556-9372 OCEANFRONT - 3BR/1BA fully furn- ished apt., upstairs with large porch. Ocean views from every room. Incl. water, sewer and trash. N/S. $1,200/ mo. + sec. dep. 261-6841 for appt. WATERFRONT - 1BR, can be furnished except bed. Some utilities. Great fishing & boating. (904)703-4265 At Beach - Remodeled 1BR $195 wk/ $795/mo. Incl utils/cable. Also On Island - 2&3BR SWMH in park starting $185 wk/$695 mo + dep. 261-5034 S Club Apartments BestAddress in Femrnandina Beach 1, 2, 3 & 4 Bedrooms / Pool V Fitness Center V Business Center / Gated Community FREE RENT Call for Details (904)277-2500 856 Apartments Unfurnished Countryside Apartments 1&2 Bedroom Units Rent starting at $630-$7500 Mon & Wed 8am - 5pm, Fri 1pm - 5pm 1105 S. 13th Street, Fernandina Beach (904) 277-2103 Yulee Villas 1,2&3 Bedroom Units Rent starting at $585-$705 Must move in by 9/30/09 Tues & Thurs 8am - 5pm, Fri 8am - 12pm 850766 US Hwy 17 South, Yulee (904) 225-5810 -%_ ^ Lot &Acrag 856 Apartments Unfurnished LARGE 900SF STUDIO - 10' ceilings, crown molding, ceiling fans, CH&A, W/D hookup. $750/mo. Includes all utilities. 556-9581 BRAND NEW LUXURY APTS - 2 Bedroom Blowout! Affordable prices PLUS GREAT MOVE IN SPECIALS! Spacious flrplns. Close to EVERYTHING! Walk to shopping! Located just minutes from Fernandina Beach and 1-95. Call Courtney Isles for more info at 866-906-9419 or visit us online at www.courtneyisles.com. AT THE BEACH - Ocean view studio apt. Recently remodeled. Hardwood & tile floors. Utilities included. $750/mo. + security deposit. (904)261-7658 925 TARPON AVE. - North Pointe 2BR/2.5BA townhouse. $895. Nick Deonas Realty, Inc. (904)277-0006 WATERFRONT - 1BR, can be furnish ed except bed. Some utilities. Great fishing & boating. (904)703-4265 856 Apartments Unfurnished HUD HOMES - 4BR/3BA $217/mo. 3BR only $199/mo. Stop renting. 5% dwn, 15 yrs @ 8% apr. For listings (800)366-9783 x5669. ANF BEACHES CHOICE - 2BR Townhome w/ocean view covered porches. CH&A, ceiling fans, W/D connection. Service animals only. No smoking. 737 N. Fletcher. $875/mo + dep. 261-4127 3/1 APT. FOR RENT - S. Fletcher near Simmons. All appl's. Dishwasher, W/D. Beach access across street. In- cludes water & sewer. (901)489-1645 1BR ON ISLAND - Secluded, quiet, nice view, W/D. $650 + dep. Lease, utilities included, restrictions. (904) 753-1116 1ST AVE. DUPLEX - Garage, 2BR/ 1.5BA, all appliances, fresh paint, nice carpet, partially furnished if desired. $900/mo. (904)277-2301 I i I i I II I CYAN MAGENTA FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2009 CLASSIFIED News-Leader Find The News-Leader on the World Wide Web www-.fbnewsleader.com Read the news, e-mail the staff, check the classified, or subscribe to Florida's Oldest Weekly Newspaper! 856 Apartments Unfurnished 1ST AVE. DUPLEX - Garage, 2BR/ 1.5BA, all appliances, fresh paint, nice carpet, partially furnished if desired. $900/mo. (904)277-2301 2BR/1BA - Ocean view, newly remodeled, located on S. Fletcher. $950/mo. + deposit. (904)556-2599 857 Condos-Furnished FURNISHED CONDO FOR RENT - 1 bedroom. Two blocks to the beach. Amelia Woods. Short term lease considered (7 months). $875/mo. Call (904)557-1290. 2BR/2.5BA - Ocean view, 150' to beach, C/AC, dishwasher, W/D. No smoking. $1200/mo. + utilities. (425) 417-5564 857 Condos-Furnished AMELIA PLANTATION - Oceanfront condo, 2BR/2BA. $900/wk. Monthly rate. Reduced price. Call (708)612- 6106 or (708)692-6106. THE COLONY - 4830 Gulfstream Ct. 2BR/2BA, fully furnished including Wifi, cable, long distance calling. $1250/mo. Contact phone # (904)838-1969 . 2BR/2BA BEACHWOOD VILLA - on Amelia Island Plantation. $1200/mo. Call AMELIA RENTALS (904)261-9129. 1858 Condos-Unfurnished AMELIA LAKES FALL SPECIAL 1 & 2 Bed Luxury Condos in gated, waterfront community. Resort-style pool, tennis court, 24/7 fit ctr, volleyball & more! Condos include garden tubs, walk-in closets, and lots of upgrades! Call Jessica at (904)415- 6969. Starting at $799/mo! www.amelialakes.com jessica@amelialakes.com CLOSE TO BEACH - 2BR/2BA, 2-car garage, pool, tennis, pet submit, reference req'd. $925/mo. (904)556- 5470 2BR/1.5BA CONDO - 1.5 blocks from beach. Completely renovated! Amenities incl. $875/mo + sec dep. Call 912-269-3960. NOW LEASING - Cape Sound Townhomes from $1400/mo. Darlington Realty, Inc. (904)261- 8030 3/3.5 SUMMER BEACH Villa Town- house - includes lawn care, cable, w/d, fireplace, screen porch, granite, dbl grg, pool, 2100sf, walk to beach. $1400/mo. Pet dep. (912)682-8118. LAKEFRONT CONDO - Amelia Lakes, 2BR/2BA, W/D, fitness center. Includes water & sewer. $950/mo. (904)261- 2061 1858 Condos-Unfurnishedl 1860 Homes-UnfurnishedI NICE 3BR/2BA HOME - on Island. $950. Lots of trees and garage. (904)206-1370. Owner is licensed Real Estate Agent. 860 Homes-Unfurnished A Bank Repo - 5BR/4BA $317/mo. 3BR foreclosure $199/mo. 5% dn 15 yrs @ 8% apr. For listings (800)366- 9783 ext 5853. ANF 3014A SOUTH FLETCHER AVENUE - FLORA PARKE - Large 4BR family Oceanfront w/pool. 3BR/3BA town- home Hardwood floors throughout, home. $1700 monthly. Available very clean, fenced backyard. $1375/ October 1st. Call Jody (904)583-9597. mo. (904)753-1820 UPGRADED CONDO FOR RENT - 3BR/2BA, corner ground floor. Small complex, amenities, gated, pool, cent- ral island location near medical facili- ties. Ph. (904)556-6853, 583-0055 THE PALMS AT AMELIA - 2BR/2BA starting at $825/mo. 3BR/2BA starting at $900/mo. (904)277-1983 1BR/1BA - in popular Amelia Lakes. Includes pool, fitness center, tennis, lakeside. Owner is licensed RE agent. $700/mo. + dep. (904)742-4649 860 Homes-Unfurnished 3BR/1BA HOME - on Ig. lot. $750/ mo. + $200 deposit. Debbie (904) 225-4815 or (904)545-2329. FOR RENT - 1405 Beech, 3BR/2BA, newly remodeled, $1050/mo. Also, 3BR/2.5BA condo, Stoney Creek, $1150/mo. (904)556-5493 ON ISLAND AT SEASIDE - 2,400 sq. ft. 4 bedroom 3-full baths. Walk or cycle to the beach, Ft. Clinch or town. This seven-year-old home features a pass through fireplace from living room to great room with surrounding marble on both sides, a 2-car garage, sprinkler system, smoke and security alarms and fitted for internet, phones & cable. Trey ceiling master bedroom with full bath and door to covered porch. Fully equipped kitchen, with breakfast nook, formal dining area, and storage area, laundry room with washer/dryer. Enjoy the beautiful century oaks in prestigious Seaside. $1,750 month. Available 11/1. 904/206-0817 or 770/493-9664. 2855 OCEAN DRIVE - Close to the beach. 4BR/3BA home. $1300 monthly. Available now. Call Jody (904)583- 9597. Waterfront Bells River Estates - New 2800sf concrete blk home. 4/3 w/master up & down, gourmet kitchen, 2-car gar. $1395/mo. (904)860-5564 TIMBERCREEK PLANTATION - Yulee 3BR/2BA, 2306sf, lakefront. Avail 10/1. $1250/mo. + dep. Contact Carol Baber, Century 21 (904)261-3077. YULEE COTTAGE - 2BR/1BA, completely refurbished, CH&A, tile on nal bath. $750/mo., Ist & last + $700 861 Vacation Rentals security. Call (904)465-0511. ON THE ISLAND - New appliances, tile floors, 3BR/2BA, enclosed lanai, 2-car garage, fenced-in backyard, & big shed. No smoking. Credit check. $1125/mo. + dep. (904)430-2605 4BR/2BA Foreclosure! - $11,500. Only $217/mo. 5% down 15 years @ 8% apr. Buy 3BR $199/mo. For listings (800)366-9783 ext 5798. ANF 3BR/2BA - Fireplace, bird aviary. $1095/mo. Call (904)415-3106. CLEAN 2BR/1.5BA - All appliances. Call (904)491-8978. Reasonable rent. VACATION CHALET - in N. Carolina Mtns. River overlook, cozy, well furnished, majestic views. Peaceful. $495/wk. or $95/day. (904)757-5416 SUMMER BEACH VILLAGE - Furn. home. 3BR/2BA, 2-car gar., gated comm w/pool, 5 min/beach. Avail Sept- Nov. 261-6204, 206-0035 OCEANVIEW 3BR/2BA and 2BR/1BA. Call (904)261-4066, C.H. Lasserre, Realtor, for special rates. 863 Office 2BR/1BA - Service animals only. 3 ROOM OFFICE SUITE - utilities $800/mo. + deposit. Call (904)491- furnished. $625/mo. 2382 Sadler Rd. 6800, ask for Patsy. behind Amelia Insurance. Call George, ----(904)557-5644. It pays to learn! Ask us about our Back-to-School FREE RENT SPECIAL * W/D Connections * Large Closets * Private Patios � Sparkling Pool * Tennis Courts * Exercise Room * Close to shopping * 20 minutes to Jacksonville or Fernandina. City Apartments with Country Charm! (904) 845-2922 37149 Cody Circle Hilliard, Florida kE astwood aks Mon.-Fri. 8:30-5:30 Apartments Sat. /Sun. by Appt. CU 987 CHAD ST. - 3BR/2BA 2-story EASSL RRE townhome. Available now. Call 583- LASSERRE 8968. Pets allowed. Real Estate, Inc. CURTISS H. - LASSERRE Real Estate. Inc. LONG TERM * 2607 Portside Circle 4BR/3BA with 2-car garage $1,450/mo. +util. * 2137 Nature's Gate Ct., 3BR/2BA $1, I 50/mo. +util. *322 S.6th St. 4BR/2BA $1,300 + util. *2519 S. Fletcher Ave (West Side), 3-4 BR/2.5BA 2800 sq. ft. Home. Lots of parking. Unfurnished $1,500 *19 S. 14th St., 2/1, $900/mo. + util., security deposit $1,000. * 4BR/2.5BA Very nice 2500 sq.ft. home at Florence Point $1,450/mo. + util. * 3BR/2BA Home on Amelia Island with beautiful view of Egans Creek. $1,850/mo. + Util. Avail Sept. I'" * 3BR/2BA Home w/ pool, Dunewood PI., close to beach and golf course $1350/mo + util *2BR/2BA upstairs condo, unfurn, unit in Amelia Lakes, smoke free, lots of amenities. $950/mo. * 514 S. 14th St.- 3BR/I BA $875/mo. + util. security deposit $1,000. 619 S. 14th St. 3BR/IBA $975/mo. + util. Security deposit of $1,000. *2801 Elizabeth St - 3/2 upstairs Apt. Great Deck-Oceanview$1,000/mo. + util. *3BR/2BA on First Ave. w/one car garage. Like new with a partial ocean view $ 1,150/mo + util. * 1602 Inverness R.d - 3BR/2BA $1,200/mo + util. VACATION RENTAL *AFFORDABLE WEEKLY/MONTHLY 2BR/I BA Oceanview.487 S. Fletcher. Call for more information ow:10T-mAITs I 101I Z *850785 US 17Yulee - 150x300 lot with a 1458 sq. ft. building & large paved park- ing lot. $2,500/mo. + tax & util. * 1200 s.f. at Five Points Plaza, 816 Sadler Rd. Between Stein Mart and At Home Amelia. Great frontage. Long term lease. $2400/mo includes CAM + tax. * 1539 S. 8th St. I room office & bath, pri- vate ent. $300/mo. + tax. *Approx 850 s.f. by Fastenal and Peacock Electric in O'Neil, good exposure on AIA. Great for show room or office space $1350/mo + tax +utilities. *Approx 1,800 s.f. Retail Bldg * 1839 S. 8th St Lease by Huddle House $2,250/mo + tax or may purchase. *2385 JAMESTOWN ROAD Approx 2400 SF Great for Retail, Office, Industrial or light manufacturing located at Industrial Park by airport. Roll up doors and easy access. Rare zoning allows many uses. $2,500/mo + tax + util * DEER WALK - 1,250 s.f. retail/office space. Units range from $1,750 to $2,000 /mo includes CAM, tax, water, sewer, garbage. First months rent FREE with one year signed lease. *Amelia Park Office Suites 900 s.f.+/- Fronting 14th Street $1,685.mo includes all other fees/costs except utilities. One mo. FREE rent w/ signed lease. * Five PointVillage 2250 S 8th St Old West Marine space. 2,900 HSF, ample parking, AIA exposure. Great for retail or large office space. $3100/mo includes rent + tax 6:. 110 M, MF Office Space - includes utilities & janitor. Small $125, medium $225, large $350, & office suites avail. Jasmine Office Center. Call Mack (904)583-0058. EXECUTIVE OFFICE - Great location. Lobby, reception, 3 offices, conference room, kitchen, & bathroom. $2200/mo. (904)997-1093 OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE 402 Centre St. 1000-9000SF 1 North 4th St (Swan Bldg) 155-170SF 501 Centre St (Maxwell Bldg) 120-190SF Atlantic Ave @ 14th St 700SF 117 S. 9th St 1200SF 1405 ParkAve 918SF Galphin R/E Svc - (904)277-6597 AMELIA CONCOURSE AREA - 2000 sq. ft. available. Call 753-2018 for more information. TURNKEY CLASS A OFFICE SPACE - in Gateway To Amelia complex avail- able for professional service firm on an office sharing basis. If interested con- tact Sue Armstrong at (904)277-2788. 1864 Commercial/Retail GREAT SADLER LOCATION Comm'l/retail. From $300-$650/mo. (904)415-1540 OFFICE/RETAIL - 1065 sq. ft. $1,000/mo. Corner Kelp and S. 8th. St. (formerly David's Alterations). ACRealty 261-2770. RESTAURANT FOR LEASE - 3800 sq. ft. 463179 AIA, Yulee. Permits available for alcoholic beverages. (904) 557-5004 DEERWALK - Prime high visibility location on AIA in O'Neal. 1250sf units. Curtiss Lasserre Real Estate (904)261-4066. 901 Automobiles Acura Integra - '98 $500. Honda Civic'00 $900. Nissan Altima '99 $500. Toyota Corolla '02 $1000. Police Impounds. For listings call (800)366- 9813 ext 9275. ANF S 902 Trucks FSBO - '91 Dodge PU $2500. '94 Dodge PU $600. '00 Chevy Blazer $5900. '99 GMC PU $6900. '95 Dodge $2900. All running. 261-5034. + SVisit us at www.galphinre.com (904) 277-6597 Business (800) 699-6597 Toll Free F L. I 1 . SF '-TVICEc, INC. (904) 277-4081 Fax Over 24 Years As Amelia Island's #1 Property Management Company 1880 S. 14th St., Suite 103 *Amelia Island, FL 32034 SINGLE FAMILY HOMES - ON ISLAND *95069 Reserve Court - 4BR/2BA Beautiful home with covered patio and well maintained lawn. Home has separate dining and fire- place in living room. $1595 * 4701 Rigging Drive (Golf Side South) - 3BR/2BA Located in prestigious gated community where amenities include a communi- ty swimming pool and easy access to the beach, Ritz Carlton and Golf Club of Amelia just across the street. $1795 * 2806 Ocean Sound Drive 3BR/2BA - Nice home located in Ocean Sound subdivision. Fireplace in family room, screened in back patio and 2 Car garage. $1450 * 1933 Sycamore Lane 3BR/2BA - This home is charming country living at its best. Located in Shady Point Plantation on three acres of land with beautiful trees all around. Sit back and relax warm evenings in the florida room or cozy up by the fireplace on the cold winter nights. Either way this one is a charmer. $1495 * 2379 Captain Kidd Dr. (Pirates Bay) - 3BR/2BA, new carpet, rear patio, 2-car garage, corner lot. Located near beach, shopping & schools. Includes lawn care. $1250 * 2248 Pirates Bay Dr - 4BR/2.5BA Large lot on cul-de-sac, locat- ed close to beach, schools and shopping. Master bedroom and bath- room located on first floor, 3 bedrooms and bath upstairs with loft area. Family room, formal dining room, kitchen with breakfast area. $1450 * 829 Mary St - 3BR/3BA including mother-in-law suite on first floor. Walk to the beach from this 3-story home on large comer lot. Approx. 2,300 sq.ft. living space and over 1340 sq.ft. of exterior decks on 3 sides of the house with ocean views. Open floor plan with vaulted ceilings. Fireplaces in living room and master bed- room. Two car garage. Water and lawn maintenance included. $1795 SINGLE FAMILY HOMES - OFF ISLAND * 84164 St. Paul Blvd - 3BR/ 2BA home in Lofton Oaks. Features fireplace in living room, large kitchen, 2 car garage, and fenced backyard with utility shed. $1 * 95140 Hither Hills Way - 3BR/2BA Great home on the #2 Green in the North Hampton Golf Community with club house/aquatic center, basketball/tennis court, outpost on Lofton Creek with canoe/kayak lunch and pavilion. Washer/dryer, Cable television, High Speed Internet, Monitored Security System included. $1395 $699,000 - Sandpiper Loop - MLS#49621 4BR/4BA, 2,693 s.f.Townhome Nip Galphin - 277-6597 MmklJm 77 17" Mill^- $650,000 - Fernandina Cay - MLS# 43544 3BR/3BA - Great Ocean View Nip Galphin - 277-6597 * 96332 Abaco Island - 3BR/ 2BA Beautiful home located in Nassau lakes just off the Island. Enjoy the evenings relaxing on the covered patio. Home has vaulted ceilings, granite counter tops, lake views, security system, two car garage and much more. $1195 * 861516 Worthington Dr - 3BR/ 2BA Home on large lot. Separate dining room. $1150 CONDO/TOWNHOME/APARTMENTS * 1833 Perimeter Park Road (Amelia Park)- 2BR/2BA Newly constructed, never been occupied. Centrally located on Amelia Island. Ceramic tile, granite countertops, W/D hookups. Separate tub and shower in master. Close to schools and shopping. $1225 * 1841 Perimeter Park Road (Amelia Park)- 3BR/2BA Centrally located on Amelia Island. Ceramic tile, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, washer and dryer. Close to schools and shop- ping. $1350 * 2633 Forest Ridge - 2BR/1.5BA Community features include swimming pool, tennis court, and park. $795 * 3165 Unit 12 South Fletcher (Ocean Dunes)- 3BR/2.5 Condo with community pool at rear of condo. $1095 * 95046 Springtide Lane - 3BR/4BA. This is a beautiful town home located in a gated community off AlA off of the Intercoastal waterway. Rent includes water, garbage, sewer and lawn service. $2,475 * 2850 South Fletcher - 3BR/1BA beautiful ocean views upstairs. $1095 Downstairs oceanfront 2 BR/1 BA w/bonus room, fenced front and rear yard. $1395 * 31135 Paradise Commons #621 (Amelia Lakes) - 2BR/ 2BA Upstairs unit in gated community. Wood burning fireplace in liv- ing room, walk-in closets, screened balcony overlooking pond. $925 * 2700 Mizell 401B - 3BR/2BA in Amelia Woods. Fully furnished unit overlooking community pool and tennis court. 3 month lease minimum. $1095 * 2811 Atlantic Ave Unit 201 (Fernandina Cay) - 3BR/3BA Beautiful, fully furnished with great ocean views. Private elevator entrance into tiled foyer. Nice upgrades throughout including crown molding, Corian countertops, recessed lighting, double oven in large kitchen and plenty of storage. Walk across the street to beach and Main Beach Park. $1895 $340,000 - Reserve Court - MLS#95069 4BR/2BA in Reserve at Old Bluff Nip Galehin - 277-6597 $595,000 - S. Fletcher, 50' Beach Lot - MLS# 45255 Buy now, Build later, use of existing home Brad Goble - 261-6166 $425,000 - S. Fletcher Lot - 50'xlOO' Ready to build - Plans Available 2700 s.f. Brad Goble - 261-6166 $186,000 - Timber Greek PLantation - MLS#50131 2,307 sq.ft. Brick/Stucco, SS Appliances, Brad Goble - 261-6166 375,000 - MLS#49508 $510,000- Starboard Landing- MLS# 43365 $150,000 - Cartesian Pointe - MLS#50160 2600S.F. across from theBe s River 4BR/3BA - 2578sf - In Seaside Subdivision 1,928 sq.ft. Best price in neighborhood. Brad Goble 904-261-6166 Nip Galphin - 277-6597 Brad Goble - 261-6166 * Lanceford Lot * $122,000 Package $321,000 #45603 * Brad Goble - 261-6166 * Barrington Lot * $122,000 Package $321,000 #46502 * Brad Goble - 261-6166 * Beech Street * Commercial Lot $159,000 #46502 * Brad Goble - 261-6166 * 1735 Clinch Dr. 3.2 acres $599,000 #49568 * Nip Galphin - 277-6597 SALES * RENTALS * PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Deluxe Two Bredroom Condos On The Isla Located in the heart of idyllic Femandina Beach and just stroll to the post office, YMCA, shopping and the beach i condominium community of Amelia Green. These spaci 1700 square foot, two bedrooms, two and a half bath ho now available for long term leasing. Featuring 10' ceiling; fireplace, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, attached garage and either travertine or carpet flooring. allowed. On Island. $1,100/mo Nassau County's Premier Pro1 95155 Bermuda - 3038 sf. 5BR/4BA golf and lake front home located in Amelia National. Master down with bonus/media room. 3 car garage. Social amenities included. Pets allowed. Off Island. $2,050/mo 95425 Bermuda - 3004 sf. 4BR/3BA home located in Amelia National. Sun room and screened patio. Upgraded kitchen overlooks family room. 3 car garage. Social amenities and lawn care. Pets allowed. Off Island. $1,995/mo 5209 Village Way - 1789 sf. 3BR2BA located in Ocean Village. Furnished or unfurnished. Community pool with beach access and Summer Beach membership available for small fee. Lawn care. Pets allowed. On Island. $1,950/mo 95118 Sandpiper - 1218 sf. 2BR/2.5BA oceanfront condo with deck over looking ocean. Furnished or unfurnished. Utilities included. No Pets. On Island. $1,895/mo 95208 Woodberry - 2258 sf. 4BR/3.5BA located in Summer Beach. Tile throughout and large bonus room. Screened lanai. 2 car garage and community pool. Lawn care & W/D. Pets allowed. On Island. $1,750/mo 1832 Ocean Village - 1944 sf. 2BR/2.5BA home located in Ocean Village. Screened lanai and hot tub overlooking pond. Sitting area in master bedroom. Lawn care & W/D. Membership available for small fee. Pets allowed. On Island. $1,550/mo 330 S. 7th - Completely renovated 3BR/2BA with master suite upstairs and upgraded kitchen. Pets allowed. On Island. $1,450/mo Full property details, photos and commercial listings available at www. Chaplin Williams.com perty Management Specialists 918 White - 1040 sf. 2BR/3BA with loft. Hardwood floors, granite countertops, commercial kitchen. Wrap around porch with beautiful back yard. W/D. Pets allowed. On Island. $1,400/mo 86059 Remsenburg - 1500 sf. 3BR/2BA located in North Hampton. Large back yard. Internet included. Pets allowed. Off Island. $1,300/mo 86624 Cartesian Pointe - 1890 sf. 3 BR/2 BA home with fenced in backyard. Covered oversized patio with hot tub. 2 car garage. Pets allowed. Off Island. $1,295/mo 1548 Penbrook - 1532 sf. 3BR/2BA home with sunroom and fenced in back yard. Lawm care. Pets allowed. On Island. $1,200/mo 1010A Natures Walk - 3BR/2.5BA centrally located off Citrona. Pets allowed. On Island. $1,200/mo 76087 Long Pond Loop - 1590 sf. 3BR/2BA home located in Cartesian Point. Fenced backyard. Covered lanai. Security and irrigation. W/D. Pets allowed. Off Island. $1,175/mo 823 N. Fletcher - 1960 sf. 2BR/1BA downstairs unit. Pets allowed. Water included. On Island. $750/mo 86030 Palm Tree - 1700 sf. 3BR/2BA home on 2 acres. Screened porch on front and sun room in back. Pets allowed. Off Island. $975/mo 5437 Leonard - 1332 sf. 2BR/2BA home located in American Beach. Oversized yard. Pets allowed. On Island. $800/mo 86317 Callaway - 1000 sf. 2BR/1BA house on large lot. Wood floors with updated kitchen. Pets allowed. Off Island. $750/mo Chpi ilam 42FrtCos .iwy# Rentals Inc. A eli Ilnt Foida 020*(904) 61.60 BLACK NORTH HAMPTON - 3/2.5, 1950sf., scenic views, 18th tee. 85001 Wains- cott Ct. $1625/mo. Call Don Brown Realty 225-5510 or 571-7177 YULEE - 2BR/1BA house on 1+ acres. $600/mo. + electric. Audrey Milley, Century 21, John T. Ferreira (904)556- 3BR/2BA - Great lot, close to Centre St. Available 10/5. Refurbished garden shed, fenced, small pet OK. (904)261- 8320 3BR/2BA - 913 S. 19th St. Fenced-in backyard, 2-car garage, CH&A, 1/2 mi to beach. $1100/mo. + $1000 dep. Call (386)365-8543. I I I I Easy Application Process, Expert Service & Great Prices Amelia Island, Fernandina Beach and Yulee Rental Homes MI Sales Sales Sales Sales Sales I - � , Ir -. - -- 0 |