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*E COUNTY PAPER * JST. W (HE COUNTY PAPER � ST.192"3 Inside Creekside Christian students traveled to the Sun Coast Regional ACE Student Convention recently, and came away with numerous awards. Which ones? See Page 2. A Dixie County group honors a local war hero. Find out who they are and more, Page 12. Chiefland comes together against cancer Story and photos by Terry Witt Staff Writer Cancer survivors and community volunteers gathered last weekend for the 101 Annual American Cancer Society Relay for Life in Chiefland, an event that raised funds for research and patient services. The two-day relay at Wayne Pridgeon Stadium and C. Doyle McCall Field netted about $23,000, according to Heather Hayes, community representative for the American Cancer Society in the north central area. She said community giving was down somewhat this year due to the slow economy. However, contributions received through Aug. 31 will count toward the total for this year's relay. Enthusiasm for the relay was high. The organizers were trying to spread the word about services available to cancer patients' through the American Cancer See Relay, Page 20 Cancer survivors joke with one another as they take part in the survivor's walk around the Chiefland High School track. About 100 people walked in 90 degree weather in show of solidarity. The walk symbolizes the hope for a cure and the progress being made in research. County okays more scales to ease landfill conflicts The Williston community tossed a number of its finest in the pen Friday, all for a good cause. Find out who and why, Page 12. By Terry Witt Staff Writer With long lines and angry residents becoming more common at the Levy County Landfill entrance, county commissioners on Tuesday voted to spend about $185,000 to eliminate the cause of the conflicts. Commissioners voted to build lanes leading to two additional scales and a scale house. The funding will come from an old $450,000 bond issue and landfill fee revenues. The third lane will be used exclusively by commercial trucks. Levy County Solid Waste Director Benny Jerrels said conflicts occur now because incoming landfill traffic and outgoing traffic use the same single lane road and same set of scales. The road to and from the scales is the only one at the landfill. County Coordinator Freddie Moody described the design as being like a four-way stop. He said sometimes people are polite, and sometimes they lose patience as they wait for their turn to go through the stop. "We get a lot of complaints about citizens not being able to get in and out of there. They have to wait," said Commissioner Lilly Rooks. The bond issue was originally used for construction of a 170-bed county jail addition, according to Commission Chairman Sammy Yearty. The bond money was also used to build a new office at the landfill, new offices for the road department, parks, mosquito control and tourism development council. County officials had planned to build a climate controlled records storage building with the balance of the money, but the need for additional scales and a scale house outweighed building the storage area, according to Moody. John Stewart of Peter Brown Construction, the county's construction manager, told commissioners he believes See Scales, Page 12 The Williston Red Devils faced off against an old nemesis Friday at the Devils Den in Williston. Find out who won, and who is heading home for the summer, Page 13. A local youth group is facing off against big tobacco, and they are making a big difference. Find out who they are, where they were this past weekend, and what they stand for, Page 15. 8 90782 00200 mOO / X - -n <4 tro :- - = 0. - 0 r W 0 - rm - 1- 10 Tuckered out Kellie Parkin A Firefighter-1 student takes a break from intensive physical training at the Bronson Volunteer Fire and Rescue Station. For more on the training, see Pages 10-11. Local fire departments to merge By Kellie Parkin Correspondent "This will be a good thing in the long run," Chairman Sammy Yearty said as the Levy County Board of Commissioners gave approval Tuesday for the Bronson and Otter Creek Fire Departments to proceed with their planned merger. The proposed union has been in the works since January, after the Levy County Fire Advisory Board made the recommendation based on a county-wide fire service analysis. "The Fire Advisory Board has reviewed this proposal several times," Williston Fire Chief Lamar Stegall told the commission. Stegall is also the FAB chairman. "We are 100 percent for it." "It's a grand opportunity to improve the fire services for the citizens of Levy County," Stegall said after the vote. Otter Creek cannot currently meet the statutory requirements to be recognized as a fire department on its own. If it becomes an extension of Bronson, however, Otter Creek immediately receives an ISO ranking that will, reduce the cost of fire insurance for area homeowners, according to Bronson Fire Chief Rick Lombardo. "Right away Otter Creek residents will save $200-300 on insurance," said Lombardo. In addition to Otter Creek becoming a recognized department, the merger will benefit both departments by creating a budget that will allow for paid day-time staff in each location. Manned stations result in equipment kept ready and checked daily, as well as provide guaranteed response to calls, said Lombardo. "This is a selling point - it will open up the door for Bronson," said Lombardo. By adding daytime staff in Bronson and Otter Creek to the already manned Williston and Chiefland stations, the residents of Levy County will have much greater protection, he said. See Merger, Page 7 New hospital CEO says construction to begin in October By Terry Witt Staff Writer The president and chief executive officer of Tri County Hospital, LLC visited Chiefland Friday and dropped off interim job application forms at two banks for anyone interested in working in the future hospital or working as a subcontractor building it. Frank Schupp said Ameris Health Systems, the parent company, won't begin building the two-story, 60-bed Chiefland hospital until October, but the company is distributing what amounts to job pre- application forms to develop a list of possible employees. The forms can be picked up at Drummond Community Bank, Perkins State Park, Jim King Realty, Chiefland City Hall and the Levy County Journal. Residents can also go online at Frank.Schupp@sncregional. com to fill out the interim application. Johnson, Johnson & Crabtree in Nashville is the architectural firm designing the facility. Brasfield & Gorrie is the general contractor that will build it. Schupp makes his home in Santa Rosa Beach, Fla. His principal reason for visiting Chiefland Friday was a meeting of the Tri-County Medical Alliance, an organization of medical and non-medical professionals from the tri-county area. Schupp said the hospital will employ 270 people and carry an annual payroll of $11.5 million. He said Ameris Health Systems is See Hospital, Page 5 AROUND LEVY COUNTY 2 May 8, 2008 Levy County Journal Creekside Christian ....... .fares well at ACE Creekside Christian students attended the Sun Coast Regional ACE Student Convention recently at the Word of Life Convention Center in Pasco County. V Creekside entered 43 events and L "".placed first in six events and second " in four. Competition is held in more .. ; than 100 events in the categories ,- of: academics, athletics, music, art, platform/speech, photography, and needle/thread. Winners are eligible to advance to the International Student Convention, held at the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, Mo. on May 24-29. Creekside will be sending four students to the competition. Creekside winners include (from left) Kasidy Cook, first place in scenic photography, still life photography, and black and white photography; Misti Fason and Hannah Sheppard, first place in linear PowerPoint; Regan Wells, first place in crochet; Timmy Fason, first place in checkers; and Crystal Hawes, first place in quilting. The basketball team finished - third, while the girls volleyball team finishedfourth. Chiefland investigating possibility of selling water City's future wellhead would become regional facility. By Terry Witt Staff Writer Not far from the northern Chiefland city limits is a 155-acre forested parcel that one day could become a regional water supply site, with Chiefland selling water to Fanning Springs and Trenton. Or, it might just be Chiefland's future water supply. No one has the answers as yet. The site is bordered by County Road 346 and County Road 341. The Suwannee River Basin Regional Water System is in the planning stages and no one knows who would provide the estimated $12 million it would cost to extend water lines from the wellhead site to Fanning Springs and Trenton. The Florida Legislature did not act on a request this year for a $2 million allocation. Chiefland city commissioners have indicated they have no plans to finance construction of the system. Chiefland would benefit financially from the sale of water. The city would be selling to Fanning Springs and Trenton. A draft inter-local agreement between the three cities was reviewed by the Chiefland City Commission on April 29. The property is owned by the Suwannee River Water Management District. A portion is leased to Chiefland for use as a wellhead and future water treatment plant, but the city isn't pumping water from the site, at least not yet. Water district officials said they bought the 155-acres as part of its long-term plan to preserve land for community wellheads -- protected locations where city water wells can be drilled for future use. The 155-acres originally set aside as a wellhead for Chiefland. "It's our governing board's strategy to make sure our citizens have water supplies From The Family of John Sise We thank everyone for their generous out- pouring of support during this difficult time. Your thoughts and prayers for our family are appreciated. We are grateful for all the cards, flowers, meals and donations we have received. A special thanks to the following people who went above and beyond to help us with all the arrangements: Adamarie Keeton, . - Libby Barr, Phyllis Cowart, Kim Lake, Andrea Turner, Michelle Seay, April Wilson, Suzanne Bottoms and Chris Cowart. 't We also thank Hiers-Baxley of Chiefland for --" ' the expert service they provided us. We will , * . forever miss our beloved son, brother, father and friend! Clyatt House Learning Center Wafe * Caring * Educational Our New Center is NOW OPEN! and C Accepting Applications for Enrollment, Ages 1-2 2 UODA Food Program *' Head start * Early I Head tart * VPK * Toddler * Preschool and -0 AFter5chool Programs C 3690 NW 120th Street, Chiefland, FL * 352-493-7304 protected for the long term," said John Dinges, director of resource management for the district. The district attempted to find similar well sites for Trenton and Fanning Springs without success. At some point, the district began thinking of a regional water supply site and approached Chiefland about using its future wellhead. That's how the Suwannee River Basin Regional Water system came into being, at least on paper. If the regional system is ever to be built, Fanning Springs and Trenton would have to approve the interlocal' agreement between the three municipalities, and funding \would have to be made' available for construction. But there's no funding on the horizon. "Until some funding becomes available for capital construction, nothing can happen," Dinges said. have tossed out the idea of Chiefland selling water to Fanning Springs and Trenton from the site, but the biggest drawback is the cost. The city estimates about $12 million would be needed to run a water line eight miles to Trenton and five miles to Fanning Springs. The Florida Legislature this spring decided not to fund a $2 million grant that would have been A number of workshops have taken place with the Chiefland City Commission to discuss how a regional well field could be developed at the site, the most recent occurring last week. But commissioners have no plans to fund a regional system and the Florida Legislature has yet to provide any money. Don't Forget! Sunday is t Diagnostic Testing tMastery-Based Learning tAcademic Excellence tPhonetic-Based Reading t Character Development -- -- #-A - - -I 19 - - -- Grades K- 12 Scholarships Available Registering now for I FALL 2008 j traditional Values PLUS tDVD Curriculum Enhancemants tOnline Technology Training Give Your Child The BEST! Call Today for more Information 352-486-2112 www.creeksidechristian.org Arrangement with Nature Coast Transit Bus transportation available from Bronson m M -- - - - - - - JT ( Creekside Christian School Ctz, May 8, 2008 3 Should Williston council members talk to union employees? Council president says she will continue to do so By Terry Witt Staff Writer Williston City Council members voted to advertise for a new city manager last week, but the discussion about what type of manager they wanted soon turned to the city's new labor union and why council members shouldn't speak to unionized employees. Council President Debra Jones said fired City Manager James Coleman had told her not to talk to city employees, an order she refused to obey. "If an employee wants to talk to me, they can talk to me," Jones said. "This man was telling all the employees they couldn't talk to me." City Attorney Norm Fugate said the best thing for city council members to do is to avoid talking to city employees about issues that affect the terms of their employment. He said those issues should be dealt with through collective bargaining with designated union representatives. Fugate said 45 general city employees are members of the local chapter of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, approved in January. Members of the union can file unfair labor practices complaints against council members if they believe those council members are not acting in their best interests. "The point is you never know when that point will be raised," Fugate said. Fugate said the union is probably not going to mind council members talking to individual union members as long as they believe the communications are benefiting them. The basic foundation of a union is collective bargaining, Fugate said. Appointed representatives of the union negotiate in good faith with assigned members of management. The new Williston city employee union has yet to develop a labor contract, Fugate said, but the union contacted the city three weeks ago to get the process started. He said he it may be difficult to complete the contract before Oct. 1, start of the city's new budget year. On the subject of hiring a new city manager, council members are not sure if they will hire Coleman's replacement anytime soon. City Finance Director Mark Schiefer has been hired as the interim city manager at a salary of $59,134. Schiefer would be the council's first choice for city manager, but Schiefer is not sure he wants the job, and believes the council should advertise for Coleman's replacement to ensure the city gets a top grade applicant. The meeting featured one other brief controversy. During the discussion of Coleman and the prospects of hiring a new city manager, someone suggested the city needed to do better background checks. An employee of Fugate's, Jennifer Munden, who was sitting at the back of the room taking notes, reacted to the statement with a facial expression. Jones looked at her and said she realized Munden didn't agree. Munden reacted in astonishment, saying, "Are you talking to me? During a break, Munden approached Jones and told her if she wanted to know about facial expressions, "I'll bring you a mirror." Williston arrests include battery, obstruction by disguised person Arrests by the Williston Police Department for the week include the following: * Roy T. Rutlin, 45, 425 SE 4th Drive, Williston, at 1:10 p.m., April 27, on a charge of possession of drug paraphernalia. Rutlin was also arrested on a Levy County Sheriff's Office warrant for forgery, fraud, driving with suspended license. * Gallardo Luis Pastrana, 32, 525 SE 5th Terrace, Williston, at 11:12 p.m., April 24, on charges of battery and resisting arrest without violence. * Matthew Cory Edmundson, 28, 21650 NE 30th St., Williston, at 9:53 a.m., April 28, on charges of driving without a license intentionally. * Kathy J. Juli, 56, 4352 SE U.S. 41, Morriston, at 8:20 p.m., April 25, on DUI. * Ronald G. Wesley, 52, 20530 NE 40th Place, Williston, at 6:15 p.m., April 28, on a c harge of possession of drug paraphernalia. * William A. Meeks, 18, 35 SE 9th St., Williston, at 9:46 a.m., April 29, on a warrant arrest for possession of controlled substance and sale. * Jonathan Daniel McKnight, 35, 1511 S Robinson St., Perry, at 8:56 a.m., April 30, on charges of driving with license suspended or revoked and obstruction by a disguised person. * Kevin Jeron Woodard, 24, 1507 SE 114th Place, Archer, April 28 on charges of grand theft and dealing in stolen property. See news happening? Call 490-4462, or email editor@levyjoumal.com r ------------------ W Quality Produce' 313 S. 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Exercise Your Right To Free Speech. Write A Letter To The Editor. Keep your commentary civil, keep it to 500 words or less, and send it to editor@levyjournal.com LEVY COUNT I JOURNAL 1 L IHE1 COUNTY vAPER OF DECOUC * EST. 1�2 The legal organ of Levy County, Florida, The Levy County Journal is published every Thursday by Levy Publishing, Inc., 440 S. Court St., Bronson, Fla. 32621. Periodicals postage paid at Bronson, Fla. (USPS 310-780). POSTMASTER: Send address changes to General Manaaer Publisher A.D. Andrews Editor Levy County Journal Rick Burnham P.O. Box 159RozTartaglione Rick Burnham Bronson, Fla. 32621. Office Manager/Chiefland Staff Writer Subscription Rates Robin Heath Terry Witt In Levy, Gilchrist, and Dixie Counties: $17 Graphics/Events Correspondent In State: $22 Coordinator Kellie Parkin Out of state: $27 Kelly Quatkemeyer Sports Reproduction of the contents of this publication in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. The paper cannot be responsible Sales Steve Jarboe for any unsolicited manuscripts or photographs. The publisher's liability for an error will not exceed the cost of the space occupied by the error. Beverly Hillard Deadline for all news and advertising copy is 5 p.m. Monday. Classified deadline is 2 p.m. Monday. Deadline for Letters to the Editor is noon Friday. Letters to the Editor should be 500 words or less. Letters may be edited for space and clarity. Letters must be signed and bear the signature of the author. CONTACT INFORMATION: Chiefland - 13 South Main St., Chiefland, Fla. 32644 (352) 490-4462 Fax: (352) 490-4490. Bronson - 440 South Court St., Bronson, Fla. 32621. (352) 486-2312 Fax: (352) 486-5042 A A I o � o May 8, 2008 5 You can't always get what you want (in an election) By Rick Burnham Editor can't always get what you want." As long as I can remember, that has been the case for me regarding presidential elections. I thought I had found the perfect candidate in 2000. George W. Bush seemed at the time to have the same principles and values as I have, and his no-nonsense approach to national security was a top priority for me. I voted for him twice, and still consider him to be considerably better than the alternatives - Mr. Global Warming and Mr. First I Did And Then I Didn't. Still, Mr. Bush has disappointed me on a couple of different issues, ones that I feel are paramount to the future of this country. Nearly seven years after terrorists attacked the United States, we still have what amounts to a revolving door on our southern and northern borders. And we are still highly dependent on oil, and as a result are still in bed with a billion radical fanatics in the Middle East. If we can put a man on the moon, why can't we develop an alternative fuel source? Maybe we can but we just don't want to. My point? When it comes to presidential elections, you probably are not going to get exactly what you want. But, it you decide what your priorities are, you could very well get what you'need. For me, the number one priority is and always will be national security. It seems fruitless, and a bit misguided, to start with anything else. A booming economy is great, but not if someone detonates a nuclear bomb in New York or Washington. My right to privacy is absolutely important, but ... meaningless if there is poison in the water. Healthcare? A key issue for many. But what does it matter if they are blown up by a suicide bomber? Some think anothermajor terrorist attack on the home turf is highly unlikely. They're right. Because intelligent and dedicated men and women have made it a priority to prevent such attacks, it is a good bet that we will not be attacked again anytime soon. But four years from now, that might not be the case. That's why the candidate who puts the most emphasis on national security will get my vote. We all have different priorities of course. Yours may be providing healthcare for the masses, or it may be improving the sluggish economy. Perhaps it is preserving the natural habitat of the redheaded woodpecker. Decide what it is, and keep it in mind when you cast your vote in November. If history is any indication, it is highly likely that you will not get everything you want in one of the three remaining candidates. Instead, concentrate on what you need. Setting sail for the Promised Land The moment I spotted that nine-foot bull shark swimming down the shoreline I knew I'd never see my wedding band again. Not that it was forefront on the minds of the hordes of panicking people splashing about wildly trying to get out of the water, but it's just that I personally couldn't help thinking, "I'm not getting back in there to look for it!" Realistically I should've just saved myself two days of . |- vacation frustration and come to that same conclusion the moment it I slid off my finger. There was just one thing left to do now, convince . my brother Heath. At first he had shown great brotherly kindness, trouncing about in the surf, searching late into the evening. It seemed unusual, but thoughtful. Things didn't really start smelling fishy until he got up early the next morning to continue his hunt; alone. I had to ask myself, "Is there something unnatural lurking below the surface of his generosity?" But AI Later my suspicions were further aroused when I noticed how he was shunning the Frisbee, and how his sand castles were looking ( run down and unkempt. * When he donned a new eye patch and rub on Cracker Jack tattoo I finally laid �my suspicions to rest. Heath had contracted the Gold fever! Pirating was boiling in his blood. My own kin was setting sail for my treasure. \ As a concerned brother, I knew I must act. "I've got to find that ring first, or Heath will keep it for himself!" Besides, I was no legal expert, and I still had lingering questions about the legitimacy of my marriage without it. Thankfully, before I could even rustle up a,paQot the wind i seemed to lift from iHeath's sails. Some said it \vas the bull shark, but I figure it was probably just his wife Mindy that slapped him out of it. Either way - that last day he grabbed his kid's boogie board and began making a spectacle of himself down along the shore with the rest of us pop-bellied dads. Secretly I was relieved. I was getting too old for such treachery. But anyway - All this pirate talk reminds me of my youth; days back when I was sailing under.the old skull and crossbones; times best drowned in the black sea of forgetfulness. You see, I can testify that there's no peace at the bottom of a keg of ale, or joy in double dealing. There's no fulfillment hidden in a chest of hoarded up selfish desire, and rest is sparse for a lad heading to the high seas with a shady assortment r -~1 j of mutinous scallywags. Thanks to Jesus I've hoisted a new flag now. Heath has too. We're both sailing with the King's royal fleet now. The Lord has since bestowed upon us great honor and laden our ships with much precious cargo, including a fine dependable Christian crew. We've set sail for the Promised Land and we plan to plot our course through these choppy waters according to His Majesty's Charts; the Bible. , Maybe the real story on my vacation this year is rooted in the love of God.' For example, my ten year old Kailey so highly valued the ring which symbolized her parents' bond that she cried when I lost it. That touched me. Heath's friend Mike, whose family had come along, rushed over to mark the spot for me when I dropped it. He didn't cave ly w ay with the temptation to be the hero and dive for it himself; he simply y y stood there unwavering; unselfishly assuming the role as an anchor. uy Sheffield For well over an hour he remained still until I finally insisted he relent. This was time taken out of his Vacation, and he barely even knew me. That touched me. Our wives; Angie, Mindy, and Ann managed our huge gaggles of kids cheerfully without making any of us walk the plank. (Though I believe my name may've come up for a vote a couple of times.) They didn't touch me, and that touched me." Hopefully your focus is not on the tarnishing treasures of this shipwrecked world, because I can tell you, they'll fade quicker than the whisper that leads you down to a shallow grave . iWVhy do4nt you snap put.of it like Heath and di.d'?. Jt's not too late. Give yoyr life to Jesus and set.sail for the Promised Land with us! I'd be honored to serve along side you. In fact, I've been praying that God would remove your eye patch so that you could see clearly. The eyes of your understanding being enlightened,! that ye may know what is the hope of His calling, and what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, Ephesians 1:18 KJV Oh, and don't worry about me and Angie. I talked to a guy at work whose cousin's hairdresser plays bingo with the receptionist for a bankruptcy lawyer who is pretty sure we're probably still married. You can visit Guy Sheffield at his website www.butanyway.org, or email him at all4christ@comcast. net. Hospital, from Page 1 excited about building a new hospital to : serve Levy, Gilchrist and Dixie Counties. "This is the last diamond in the rough - the lost coast in Florida," Schupp said. "This is the last true place that can justify a new startup." The future site of the hospital behind , the Wal-Mart Supercenter makes it -' accessible to all three counties. Schupp said the fact that U.S. 27A has been four- laned from Chiefland to Ocala was a consideration when the company looked at Chiefland as a future hospital site. The planned construction of Suncoast Parkway 2 through Citrus County - a toll road that :will increase traffic on U.S. 19 through :Chiefland - was also taken into account. The $45 million hospital will be constructed on 20 acres behind the supercenter. It will be designed for a :third story that can be added when the need arises. The company also plans to build a helipad in one comer of ,the property. Ambulance helicopters will land there. Construction of the hospital is expected to begin in 'October, but no building permit has been pulled, Schupp .said. He said the company is in the midst of planning the Th, Dress Of Your Droams 'Prom & Pageait A.pparelfor Women & Chiidren NeedPlus Sizes? We Hfave 'Them. We Carry (Designer gowns! Boutique 352-490-9565 Tue.-Fri. 10-6 / Sat. 10-2 6 South Main St., Chiefland facility. Ameris Health Systems has obtained a Florida certificate of need, the state license it needs to operate the hospital. The Nashville company spent $400,000 attempting to secure a certificate of need in 2004 and 2005, only to be denied. Schupp said he convinced Ameris President and Chief Executive Officer Sam Lewis that the project was worth a second try. Lewis said okay, but he wanted local people to put up $60,000 as a good faith contribution. IS YOUR CREDIT KEEPING YOU FROM MAKING A VERY IMPORTANT FINANCIAL DECISION? In Today's Financial Market, The Minimum Credit Score To Purchase An Automobile Or A Home Has Increased. We can help. CALL NOW!!! Leo Lending, Inc. 352-528-4110 40 N.W. 1 st Street * Williston, FL An account was set up at Drummond Community Bank to hold the contributions. Schupp said Luther Drummond, founder and CEO of Drummond Community Bank, quickly contributed the largest of the donation. Perkins State Bank also L. contributed a large sum. The $60,000 was raised in a short time, and used for up front *expenses. When Gov. Charlie Crist was elected to office, Schupp said the new governor I and local legislators opened doors at the . a state level that eventually led to the CON's approval in April of 2007. The 20-acres site lies in an Enterprise Zone, which means Ameris received sales tax breaks when it bought the land and will continue to receive those tax incentives for every piece of equipment purchased for more than $5,000. TRI-COUNTY ALUMINUM & SHUTTERS, LLC. Turn your screen into a year round room. 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Wings of Freedom, Corn Fest Fly-In The Wings of Freedom Aviation Museum will celebrate their 8th Anniversary Corn Fest Fly-In at Dunnellon-Marion County Airport May 17. The airport is located between Ocala and Dunnellon off highway 484, approximately six miles west of State Road 200 intersection. Just follow the signs. All area residents, families, and visitors are invited to spend a fun-filled day. Activities will begin with a pancake breakfast at 8 a.m., followed by airplane rides ($15 per person), vendors, a silent auction, the inaugural appearance of the newly-acquired MiG 15, and more. The silent auction will feature such items as a hand-crafted doll house and a weekend in Panama City Beach, among other items. Admission is by donation and all proceeds will go toward acquiring a larger building to house the growing museum and library collection. Watermelon Festival The 54th Annual Chiefland Watermelon Festival will be held June 7. Area residents and guests are invited to come out and enjoy a wide variety of events, including contests, arts, crafts and food vendors. The parade begins at 10 a.m. and the annual Queen Contest is at 7 p.m. For more information, visit www.chieflandwatermelonfesti val.com. Leadership luncheon Central Florida Community College's Levy Center and its partners, Nature Coast [Business Development Council Inc. and CLM Workforce Connection, are hosting a leadership luncheon to explore strategies for businesses and the community to "Stay Strong" now and into the future. . The event takes place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 14 at th, CFCC Levy Center, 114 Rodgers Blvd. in Chiefland. The registration fee is $10 and includes a buffet lunch. Reservations are required as seating is limited. For more information, contact Joleen Gonzalez at (352) 493-9533, Ext. 2106. Bronson High School CFCC College Night Central Florida Community College will host "CFCC College Night" from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. May 8 in the BHS cafetorium. This event is geared to parents and students .in grades 10-12, and those who attend will be provided with a wide range of information on financial aid, dual enrollment, and career and technical education opportunities. Twelfth grade students will be invited to participate in CFCC's "Go Higher, Get Accepted" program, and a CFCC representative will be on hand to explain the college's admission requirements and assist with applications. In addition, a representative of the Herff Jones Southern Nostalgia Gift Baskets local Delivery Southern Nostalgia i Nationwide (A Wonderful Alternative to Flowers) shipping Anyone would love to receive one : of our beautiful Custom Baskets, brimming with a bountiful selection '.l of their very favorite things! To learn more please visit our Website: sonogiftbaskets. com rn for additional information: E-mail us at: sonobaskets@aol.com or Telephone: 352-463-6442 Company will be available to talk with parents about class rings and graduation announcements. Snacks, drinks, and door prizes will be provided. Kindergarten Orientation 08-09 Bronson Elementary School will host a kindergarten orientation beginning at 7 p.m. May 12, and at 3 p.m. May 14. Bronson Homemakers meeting Bronson Homemakers would like to thank everyone in the community who made their Bingo a success. The group's next meeting begins at 9:30 a.m. May 15 at the Levy County Extension Center. New members are welcome. For more information call Dee Olsen at 486- 2319. Bronson Church of God ladies' day of fun The Bronson Church of God Ladies Ministry enjoyed a day of fun in the sun April 26'at their annual cookout. There was a Most Creative Hat contest that even included Pastor Jim Waldron as the chef. The American Legion Post 91 dinner American Legion Post 91 will host a dinner, with a regularly scheduled meeting to follow, from5:30 - 7 p.m. May 15 at the post home, next to the FFAArena on Walker curve between Trenton and Bell. The post will provide the main dish. Members are asked to bring a dessert. Cedar Key Annual Memorial Day Ceremony Ivan Chubb and Patty Steve will host the Cedar Key Annual Memorial Day Ceremony at 1:30 p.m. May 25 at the entrance to the Cedar Key Cemetery on Gulf Boulevard. The day will include an invocation and benediction by Reverend Binkley, a presentation of colors, a rifle team, the Marine Corps League Post 1018, music, speaker Robert Llowyns, honored guests, and taps. SRWMD Governing Board Meeting The Suwannee River Water Management District's Governing Board will meet at 9 a.m. May 8 at the Steinhatchee Community Center. The meeting will be to consider district business: and conduct public hearings on regulatory and land acquisition matters. A Governing Board workshop will follow at 1:30 p.m. at Fiddler's Restaurant. The Suwannee River Water Management District's Governing Board will meet at 8:10 a.m. May 9 at the Fiddler's Restaurant for a continuation of the workshop. All meetings, workshops, and hearings are open to the public. Religious Poetry Contest A $1,000.00 grand prize is being offered in a special religious poetry contest sponsored by the New Jersey Rainbow Poets. Fifty prizes are available, totaling almost $5,000.00. The deadline for entering is June 14. To enter, send only one poem consisting of 21 lines or less to:' Free Poetry Contest- 103 N Wood Ave # 32 Linden, N.J. 07036. Entries are also accepted online at www.rainbowpoets. com. Applicants should ensure their name and address appears on the page with the poem. Those people wishing to receive a winner's list should enclose a self-addressed, stamped envelope. Main Hardware loca 517 Hwy. 40 West, I (3/4 mile west of US (352) 447-2600 %C ted at nglis 1Q9) Located at . 46 Hwy. 19 North (In Food Ranch Plaza) No Hardware, just Electric & Gas Fireplaces - Gifts Better BBQ Grills - Canning Supplies Office Supplies - Cards - Lodge Cookware We are having a SELL OUT ...--- Over 50 Sheds all REDUCED Financing Available Sizes from 8'x10O'thru 12'x30' . Drive to Williston & Compare HANDI-HOUSES� THEY'RE PORTABLE E DELIVERY & SET UP No Coupon Needed (up to 50 miles) Shed lot is located at North Florida Mini Storage 710 S.W.6th Avenue Williston, FL 352-528-4970 1 Recreational Advisory Committee Meeting The City of Chiefland Recreational Advisory Committee will hold its May meeting beginning at noon, May 15 at 12 p.m. in Chiefland City Hall. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals with Disabilities needing a reasonable accommodation to participate in this proceeding should contact the office of the City Manager at City Hall, (352) 493-6711. Train Depot Museum Committee Meeting The City of Chiefland Train Depot Museum Committee will hold its regularly scheduled meeting at 1 p.m. May 19 at the Train Depot. All interested persons are encouraged to attend. Anyone who has any historical artifacts, pictures or information on the history of Chiefland that they wish to donate or loan to the city should contact Laurie Copeland at City Hall, 493-6711. 1BES SAC meeting Bronson Elementary School will hold its final SAC Meeting for the 2007-2008 school year beginning at 6 p.m. May 29 in the BES Media Center. Officers for 2008-2009 school year will be elected. NRC informational meeting The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission will host an informational meeting on public involvement in the Levy Nuclear Plant Units 1 and 2 Combined License Application review process from 6-9 p.m. June 5 at the Plantation Golf Resort and Spa in Crystal River. For more information, contact Manny Comar, safety project manager, (800) 368-5642, Ext. 3863. Library meeting Friends of the Williston Library will hold their May meeting at 7 p.m., May 14 in the library. It will be the last regular meeting until September when the new season of Friends of the Williston Public Library starts. Fair Association fundraiser The Levy County Fair Association presents a night of dinner and dancing beginning at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Williston Golf and Country Club. A barbecue pork and chicken dinner will be provided by "Do-Right Cooking" and costs $15. Music will be provided by "The Touch of Class Trio" and by "The South Bound Band." For more information, or to purchase a ticket, call 486- 3747. Proceeds will benefit the 2007 faifr deficit. LifeSouth blood drive, car wash, yard sale LifeSouth Community Blood Centers will host a blood drive, car wash and yard sale to benefit Job Michael McBride from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 10 on 922 St. in Old Town. Job, a five-year-old child with Downs Syndrome and leukemia, is on a 3.5 year treatment of chemotherapy ending March 2010. He has already received 15 units of red blood cells and 11 blood platelet transfusions. He is being treated at Shands at the University of Florida. All donors will receive a recognition item and a complimentary cholesterol screening. Donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh 110 pounds or more, and have photo identification. For more information about becoming a donor or about blood drives in your area, call (888) 795-2707 or visit www.lifesouth.org. 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Betty Jean Galloway of Kalamazoo, Mich. had to be told by witnesses to throw her car in reverse and back off the victim, said Douglas. A Wal- Mart security video showed Galloway at 3:13 p.m. hitting 64-year-old Ruthella Emma Dowdy, 8051 NW 60th St., Chiefland with the left bumper and front left fender panel of her car. Galloway stopped her car on top of Dowdy. The video shows witnesses walking up to her car window. She then backed up and parked. The video then showed Dowdy lying on the pavement as bystanders arrived to surround the victim. An unidentified medical nurse who happened to be shopping at Wal- . Mart arrived to render first aid along with Chiefland Police Sgt. Chris Barwick, who was off duty and also was shopping. Dowdy's left leg was injured. Barwick said a tire print was visible along Dowdy's left side. Dowdy was flown by Shands Air Flight to Shands Hospital in Gainesville. She emerged from surgery at 4 a.m. on Monday, according "to Douglas. "It just makes you sick to your stomach. A frail woman like that getting run over by a car," Douglas said. Douglas said Galloway would have to be retested to keep her driver's license. By Terry Witt Staff Writer Two Chiefland men were arrested on May 2 in connection with the stabbing and attempted murder of a Cross City man at the Clay Landing Boat Ramp, according to the Levy County Sheriff's Office. Calbren Leon Bennett, 35, 12595 NW 90th Ave., Chiefland was arrested on charges of attempted murder and tampering with physical evidence for allegedly stabbing Brian A. Keene of Cross City at least four times in the body, once in the neck and once in the face. David Wayne Williams, 19, 12951 NW 85th Court, Chiefland, was arrested on charges of being an accessory after the fact to attempted murder and tampering with physical evidence. The incident occurred at about 1:30 a.m. after the men had been drinking. Bennett claimed he was hit by a thrown beer can. Bennett pulled a knife from his pocket and stabbed Keene. The victim's lung was punctured by one stab wound. The victim May 8, 2008 7 Bennett was transported to Shands Hospital for surgery. After the stabbing, Bennett climbed into a truck driven by Williams, according to the sheriff's office. The truck belonged to Williams' girlfriend, a juvenile, who was also present. Williams took Bennett home with him. The juvenile told investigators Williams and Bennett burned Bennett's bloody clothing. Williams gave Bennett a pair of his shorts to wear home. Bennett called his wife, Jammie, on the juvenile's cell phone and she came to pick him up and take him home. Agents search Bronson home, make arrests By Terry Witt Staff Writer . Responding to community complaints about drug dealing, the Levy County Sheriff's Office-Chiefland Police Department Drug Task Force arrested four men at a home 'in Bronson Thursday after serving a search warrant. "It was an outcry of the community in reference to drug trafficking at that house," said Lt. Evan Sullivan. "It's in - the black community. They are getting tired of the noise, getting tired of the traffic and getting tired of the drug dealing." ), Officers.found ,only a small amount drugs at the residence, 'Sullivai said, but they did find the tools and materials necessary for manufacturing crack cocaine from powder cocaine inside the home at 386 Dunn Street, Bronson. While the house was being searched, Williams was ?seen throwing a cigarette box on the ground under the front 'bumper of a van. Inside the box was a pink plastic baggie containing a white powder that tested positive for cocaine, -an arrest report said. Arrested in the case were: t U Vernon L. Williams, 48,386 Dunn Street, Bronson, . on charges of maintaining a drug dwelling, possession of drug paraphernalia, pos session of less than 20 grams of marijuana and possession of cocaine. M Nathaniel Eugene Williams, 30, 386 Dunn Street, SBronson, on charges of possession of cocaine, tampering :Merger, from Page 1 Levy County relies heavily on volunteer firefighters. "We couldn't operate without volunteers," said County Commissioner Tony Parker. But as volunteers, he said, they have other jobs. He cited the daytime hours as the county's most vulnerable when the stations are not manned. "The highest call rate is during the day, not at night." "It's a job without getting paid. And at some point we need to pay firefighters in this county," Parker said. Turn Your House into a Home House Plans Residential Drawings HOMETECH 4 SOLUTIONS, LLC email: info@htshouseplans.com , Chiefland: _ , - 352-507-4530 4I< Al X.A-'J;"7 Cross City: f -- 352-578-2074 S " Toll Free: 888-228-6053 4K Ua' " -- - 4' 4 4 4 4 4. 4 4 4 * .1~ 4 4 4 4 4 .4 with evidence, possession of drug paraphernalia and maintaining a drug dwelling. * Travis S. Thorrington, 42, 6994 NE 106 Terrace, Bronson, possession of drug paraphernalia. * Larry Greenlee, 58, possession of drug paraphernalia. Arrests in unrelated cases were: * Michael C. Hackel, 26, 11191 NW 114th St., Chiefland on charges of aggravated domestic battery and tampering with a victim. Hackel is accused of refusing to allow his wife to leave their home during a domestic argument on April 21. At one point, Hackel threw his wife on the,bed, grabbed her by the throat and slapped her in the face, an arrest report said. * Angel Salazar, 22, no address listed, on charges of capital sexual battery on a 4-year-old boy and providing false identification to a law enforcement officer. The boy said Salazar, whom he called Uncle Angel, unzipped his (defendant's) pants in the bedroom and performed a sex act on him on April 21. He also gave investigators false information about his birth date. * Richard Brock, 48, 150 NW 165th St., Trenton, on charges of false imprisonment and tampering with witness- victim. The victim told investigators Brock forced her to leave a friend's home and drove away with her. When they got out of the vehicle he fired one shot in the air from a .44 magnum handgun. The victim ran from Brock and called 911. A deputy and Chiefland police officer shot Brock twice with a taser gun before he could be arrested. Currently, Bronson Volunteer Fire and Rescue responds to calls in Otter Creek, an expense for which Bronson receives no compensation. If the merger takes place, Lombardo said, each town would provide the financial responsibility for the calls in their respective jurisdiction. Lombardo will re-present the proposal to the Town of Bronson Council at their next meeting June 2. 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I Man misses jury duty, arrested Practice pool safety Nothing beats splashing into a pool when the weather is warm. Swimming pools should be a source of happy times; yet, the risk of children drowning is ever present. It is estimated that approximately 300 children nationwide less than 5 years old drown in residential swimming pools each year (Consumer Product Safety Commission). According to the National SAFEKIDS Campaign, for every child who drowns, an additional four are hospitalized. For each child hospitalized, an additional four are treated in emergency departments. SH ERIFFS Toddlers are inquisitive - they lack S OR IF ' a sense of fear and a realistic sense of CORNER danger. These issues, along with their SHERIFF JOHNNY SMITH unpredictability and ability to move quickly, make swimming pools a hazard for young children. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, approximately 75 percent of children involved in swimming pool submersions or drownings were between the ages of 1 and 3 years. Most victims were being supervised by one or both parents and were last seen in the vicinity of the house just before the incident occurred. Another interesting point is that 77 percent of children had been missing for five minutes or less when they were found. A child can drown in a swimming pool as quickly as it takes to answer the phone. For very young children, drowning can be a silent event - children do not always splash or scream to alert an adult that they are in trouble. Here is a list of some of the ways to keep your swimming pool an area of enjoyment for all: 1. NEVER LEAVE CHILDREN UNSUPERVISED. During social gatherings appoint a "designated watcher" to protect children. 2. Completely fence the pool - including a gate that locks! The 'fence should be at least 4 feet high and have an alarm at the gate to signal when anyone is near the pool. 3. Seconds count in preventing death and disability. Check the pool first if a child is missing. 4. Do not assume that children are drown-proof, even if they have had swimming lessons. 5. Do not use flotation devices as substitution for supervision. 6. Know CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation). All caregivers should know CPR. Keep rescue equipment and emergency numbers poolside. 7. Remove toys from in and around the pool when it is not in use. Toys attract children to the pool. 8. Have a telephone poolside to prevent having children unattended in or around the pool. , * . 9. Remoine4he steps/laddpissfrp, aboN e ground pools when not in use, Remember that a child can drown in very shallow water - even a few inches. It only takes enough water to cover the nose and mouth. Summertime should be a time for our children to enjoy the water but we want our children to be safe. A VE E, Tri County sStore to Exclusively ,P ,IO.Off Specialize in Paint. I e0O Gall Chiefland, FL 32626 (next to chiefland farm supply) A Coastal Paints, LLC Benjam"Service Sets Us Apart" Benjamin Mooren Paints Premium Ext. Stains Pool Paint *Tintable to any color! Patio & Deck * Richard's Waterborne * Semi-Transparent & Solid Stains * Richard's Deck Guard Acrylic Acrylic Pool Paint * Suitable for siding & Decks Floor Coating * Available in 4 Stock Colors * Longer lasting formulation with * Easy to Apply * Easy to Apply & Clean-Up! added UV & mildew resistance A 52-year-old Chiefland man was arrested on April 29 for failure to appear for jury duty, a misdemeanor criminal offense. Ronald Douglas, 11011 NW 110't Ave., Chiefland, was arrested on a warrant issued by County Judge Joe Smith. Douglas was taken to the county jail and held without bond. The clerk's office says all potential jurors receive a jury summons instructing them where and when they should show up for jury service. If they fail to show, they are sent a letter asking them if they had a reason for not showing. If the prospective juror fails to respond to the letter, the Levy County Sheriff's Office attempts to deliver a show cause letter demanding their appearance in court. If the juror still doesn't show, an arrest warrant is issued. Other arrests: * Stacey M. Nygard, 18, 410 SW State Road 24, at 12:15 p.m. April 26 on charges of domestic battery and aggravated domestic battery. Nygard allegedly physically abused her boyfriend by punching him in the eye and giving him several bruises "until she was tired of beating him." The following day she tried to run over him with his car. * Ashley Lauren Corley, 19, 685 Gilbert St., at 8:45 p.m. April 28 on a charge of aggravated domestic assault. She was in an argument with the victim about her leaving him. She became aggravated and picked up a butcher's knife, threatening the victim. * Mark Ezzel, 39, 18151 NE U.S. 27A, Williston, at 11:15 p.m. April 24 on sexual battery of a mentally defective victim. The male victim is mentally handicapped and lives with Ezzel and his mother. An arrest report said Ezzel admitted performing oral sex on the victim multiple times while the mother was away from the home. * Rafael Cortez, 27, no address, at 9:46 p.m. on April 29 for driving under the influence. * John Quincey Adams, 38, 546 NW 2nd Ave., Williston, at 7:29 p.m. April 29 on charges of knowingly driving with a suspended license and resisting arrest without violence, possession of a controlled substance schedule IV, possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of prescription drugs without a prescription. * David Rose, Jr., 30, 607 Marshburn Drive, Bronson, at 8:26 p.m. April 29, on a charge of battery. Rose got into an argument . with the victim about speeding through his neighborhood. 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St., Micanopy, at 11:30 p.m., April 29 on an Alachua County warrant for fraud- failure to' redeliver leased property. * A 16-year-old Bronson juvenile& boy was picked up April 29 for violation of probation - battery on school employee. :: * Mayela E. Gonzales, 26, 425 SER 4th St., Chiefland, on a charge of financial, responsibility - refusal to surrender driver'& license. * Christopher Allen, 32, 124 Elrins Road, Inglis, at 11:05 a.m. on a Marion County warrant for violation of probation - dealing in stolen property. * Adrian R. Patterson, 20, Bronson, at 6:28 a.m., April 29 on a charge of violation1 of probation - no valid driver's license. * Dustin Allen Lindquist, 19, 596' Wilderness Drive, East Point, at 2:45 p.mCt April 28 on a charge of violation of probation - possession of marijuana. * Willie Tyrone Davis, 21, Chiefland, at 7:18 p.m., April 25, on a Levy County warrant for violation of probation - battery. * James Robert Young, 21, 313 SW 8th Court, at 3 a.m., April 28 on a Levy CountyX warrant for violation of probation - driving with license suspended - habitual offender. 1 * Johnathan Ray Robertson, 23, 8569| SE 69th Terrace, at 8:35 a.m., May 1, on a Suwannee County warrant for violation of probation - burglary of a dwelling, grand theft. * Vernon L. Williams, 48, 386 Dunnj St., at 11:23 p.m., May 1, on a Levy CountyA warrant for violation of probation - driving) with license suspended or revoked. * Gerald Edward Cook, 44, Bronson, atI 11:23 p.m., May 1 on a Levy County warranti for violation of probation - driving with license suspended or revoked. * James A. Caleb, 20, 14031 NW 75thk Ave. Trenton, at 4:30 p.m., April 30, on a, Levy County warrant for failure to appear| - nuisdemeanor possession of marijuana, possession of paraphernalia an possession of cocaine. * Darryl A. Vickers, 49, 6451 NW 72Vi Lane, Chiefland, at 11:05 a.m., April 26 ori charges of domestic battery and tampering! with victim. * Cody J. Freeman, 25, 410 SW State! Road 24, Otter Creek, at 12:18 p.m., Aprili 26, on a charge of domestic battery. * Melissa A. Neeley, 24, 731 NE 170t, Ave., Williston, at 10:31 p.m., May 1, on a charge of domestic battery, tampering with victim - depriving of 911. it * Mark Cox, 39, 424 Margret St-, Bronson, at 9:43 p.m., April 30, on a charge of domestic battery. Levy County Journal AROUND LEVY COUNTY May 8, 2008 9 OBITUARIES HILDA PEARL HODGE KNOX Hilda Pearl Hodge Knox of Williston passed away on May 1 in Gainesville. She was 74. Born in Tidewater, Fla., she moved to Williston eight years ago from Tampa where she was a cashier for Publix grocery stores for 25 years. She enjoyed cooking. Hilda is survived by her son, Paul Alan Knox; her daughter, Cynthia Lea Knox Sirmans; one brother, Royce C. Hodge; one sister, Mary Louise Griffith; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services for Mrs. Knox were held Sunday in the chapel of Knauff Funeral Home with the Rev. Norma Lambertson officiating. Burial followed in the Hickory Springs Cemetery. Arrangements were under the care of Knauff Funeral Home in Williston. MRS. MARY BETTY SMITH Mary Betty Smith, 88, of Old Town passed away April 30 at the Haven Hospice in Chiefland. She was born in Monroe, La. and was an active member of the community. Being an avid reader and painter, she was a member of Friends of the Library in Dixie County and was instrumental in setting up the branch library in Cross Toma's Trim & Cut Tree Service, Inc. Tree Removal * Stump Grinding ' Debris Removal * Lot Clearing . fully Insured 352-528-1098 Over 10yrs.xpeence 352-256-8536 Mobile Local & Dependable References Available Member of Williston Area Chamber of Commerce Thomas F. Philman, Certified Operator ,-7 PO Box 872 - 4 South Main . ,' Chiefland, FL 32644 ._ �Phone: (352) 493-4772 B ! (352) 493-1051 a . 1-800-242-9224 Johnson Son For all your construction needs Crane Services * Dumpsters C&D 20-Yard P.O. 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In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Haven Hospice, 311 NE 9th St., in Chiefland or to the Old Town United Methodist Christian Women, P.O. Box 637, Old Town. Arrangements were placed under the care of the Rick Gooding Funeral Home, Cross City. JOHN WORTH MCDANIELL John Worth McDaniell, 81, passed away April 27 at the Nature Coast Regional Hospital. John was originally from Gainesville where he was the owner and operator of a furniture store. He had lived in Williston since 1982. John was a member of the Evinston United Methodist Church, the Elks Club, a charter member of the Kiwanis club, a member of the Methodist Men, and Friends of the MAC JOHNSON ROOFING 104 Southwest 266th Street Newberry FL 32669 " 352.472.4943 or 866.376.4943 Website: _ vwwvv.nr hnsoni ,ingr,. coo We have the solution to all r of your plumbing problems! Big John's Plumbing * 0' *''^ Plumbing * Irrigation * Well * Water . 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He enjoyed painting and was an avid reader and volunteered his time at church. He is survived by his wife, Mary McDaniell; three sons: John Worth McDaniell Jr., Vernon Flowers McDaniell, and James Edward McDaniell; one brother, Samuel Ray McDaniell Jr.; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. A memorial service was held May 7 at the Evinston United Methodist Church in Evinston. Arrangements were under the care of Knauff Funeral Home. FLORENCE MAY KELLEY Florence May Kelley, 85, of Williston passed away April 27. Florence came to Williston from Astatula, Fla. about five years ago. She was a Protestant by faith. She was an avid reader, enjoyed gardening, and loved to watch football. Florence was preceded in death by her husband, David Kelley and her daughter, Janice Kelley. She is survived by her son, Patrick Kelley; her daughter, Joan Giambrone; one sister, Ann Stanley; five grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and three great- great-grandchildren. Visitation was held April 30 at Knauff Funeral Home and graveside services were held May 1 at the Palm Beach Memorial Park in Lantana. Arrangements were under the care of Knauff Funeral Home in Williston. JAMES RICHARD WISECUP James Richard Wisecup, 82, ofWilliston passed away April 26 at the Williston Rehab and Nursing Center. James came from North Miami where he was a mechanic for Pan Am Airlines. He had lived in Williston since 1994. James was a member of the First Baptist Church in Williston, the Archery Club, and the Florida Bowhunters Association. He served our country in the U.S. Navy as well as the U.S. Marines in WWII and Korea. James was an outdoorsman and enjoyed spending time fishing. He is survived by his wife, Lois Wisecup; his son, Larry Wisecup; his daughters: Mary Lou Wisecup, Rebecca Mick, and Debra Thomas; eight grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Services were held on April 29 at the First Baptist Church of Williston and visitation was held on Monday at Knauff Funeral Home. Arrangements were under the care of Knauff Funeral Home. oaq <: b'nca 0o n Z, E- 1- KRAk'I *1 Janice Sue Kramer, 53, of Archer passed away April 25 at the Citrus County Memorial Hospital in Inverness. Janice worked as a homemaker and lived most all her life in Apopka. She enjoyed taking pictures, putting puzzles together, and accompanying her husband on many trips across the country. Janice is survived by her husband, Paul Kramer; her son, Paul Robert Kramer Jr.; two brothers, Lee Dixon and Benjamin "Toby" Dixon; three sisters: Ida Rhoden, Joyce Ridaught, and Gail Graham; and one grandchild. Memorial services for Janice were held April 30 at Knauff Funeral Home in Williston. Arrangements are under the care of Knauff Funeral Home. ETHEL MORNING WARD Ethel Moring Ward, 71, of Bronson passed away Friday at North Florida Regional Medical Center. She was born March 26, 1937 in Gainesville and was a lifelong resident of Bronson. She was a retired banker and enjoyed spending time with her family, reading, attending church, and participating in church related activities. Survivors include children Gerald Ward and wife Connie Ward of Chiefland; and Barry Ward of Sarasota; three grandchildren: Shannon Ward of Chiefland, Madison and Jack Ward of Sarasota. She was preceded in death by husband Jerry Ward; parents Amon and Myrtie Moring, sister Louise Hand and brother's Jack, Fred, and Junior Moring. Funeral services were held Wednesday at First Baptist Church Bronson. Arrangements were under the care of Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services of Chiefland. NORMAN W. BEAUCHAMP Norman W. Beauchamp, 70, of Lake City passed away May 2 at the VA Medical Center in Lake City. Born in Negaunee, Mich. to Lawrence and Ann Beauchamp, he moved to Chiefland from Georgia in 2000 and then to Lake City. He served his country in the U.S. Army and was a retired public service worker. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Beauchamp of Lake City; two daughters, Suzi (Terry) Garate of Sarasota, April (Randy Madden) Clark of Lake City; a son, Shawn (Kathleen) Corneal of Brooklyn, N.Y.; seven grandchildren, Tiala Beauchamp, Crystal Beauchamp, Brandy Noack, Naomi Stewart, Christine Campisi, Diane Campisi, and Zachary Gitchell; a brother, Lawrence J. (Shirley) Beauchamp of Chiefland; and Sister in law & brother in law Berry & Robert Mays of Callahan, Fla. He is preceded in death by his son Ray Beauchamp. Funeral Services were held Monday at Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services with Father Joe McDonnell officiating. Visitation was held Sunday. Arrangements were under the care of Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services of Chiefland. CA,5IN F,5,i5& . LARRY ROBERTS Custom Tractor Work * Bushhog Mowing, Free Estimates * BoxBlading * Seeding er a years erience . Fertilizing Rolling P.O. Box263 Williston FLA. 32696 Leave Message or Call after 6:30 p.m (352) 528-3869 Cell: (352) 317-1710 a.r lwft� 6ci nty Journal May 8, 2008 11 ods-of gear, a student crawls through a cone course xer;Students had three minutes to complete this drill. p le te... ...... Students timed in this dress rehearsal are urged not to go too fast, as certain steps may be overlooked. Donning full bunker gear should take less than 90 seconds. Sltre ng Straining Firefighting students get bonus training Fire fighters carry approximately 45 extra pounds when they don their bunker gear (boots, pants, jacket, By Kellie Parkin --gloves, hood, and helmet) along with the air-pack Correspondent 1,(mask and tank). Equipment weight varies from the C 6-8, pound pick-headed axe to the jaws-of-life that can As part of the Fire Fighter-1 training course, Cedar I Weigh up to 55 pounds. Key Fire Captain Jeff DiMaggio and Assistant Fire Chief The students found the training relevant and Robert Robinson brought their department's aerial device, helpful. or ladder truck, to the Bronson Fire and Rescue Station . "It's very hands on," said 18-year-old Yousef for the trainees to practice the climb. Khaleel, a recent Chiefland High School graduate. By ISO guidelines, a measure used by insurance Khialeel values the training he has received. "Lots companies to determine rates, if a district has at least five of repetition, not a one time thing. That's the most buildings with three or more stories each, it must have important thing-muscle memory." Khaleel has an aerial device in service. In the spring of 2003 Cedar ..completed training and is preparing to take the national Key obtained Ladder Truck 7503, the only one of its kind EMT exam this summer. in Levy County. To date, Cedar Key has only used it for STommy Pavao, 22, a volunteer at the Cedar Key training purposes. ,-.Fire Dept. for seven months, has been waiting for the "It's nothing but an insurance policy," said Robinson. Fire Fighter-1 training to be offered in the county. He "We hope we never have to use it." found the training highly relevant. In addition to the 75-foot ladder, the truck is also ',-. "It's awesome. I love it," he said. "It's always a equipped with a pump and 300 gallon booster tank. challenge. I love doing scenarios." Pavao has already Robinson said it is not necessary for the truck to be Traveled on medical calls, fire calls and helped fight a equipped like an engine, but it makes it a more useful The trainees uniformly spoke of their desire to device," he said. The truck's top speed is only 57 miles help people as well as the excitement that comes from per hour, he added. emergency situations. Although training with an aerial device is not Fire Chief Rick Lombardo holds the safety rope as :' .:"It's an adrenaline rush," said Quinn Lesher, 24, mandatory within the guidelines of the course, Lead students make the 75-foot climb up the ladder. ofWilliston. Lesher is a nationally certified EMT. Instructor Jerry Horton was thrilled about the opportunity. iltt's fun. I'm getting experience by helping out my "We want the students to have all the training we can give community. Your adrenaline gets going, your heart them," he said. :gets pumping and you don't know what you're going to Robinson, a 12-year volunteer, says that volunteer find" firefighters must have the ability to learn broad skills. . In addition to the 10-11 hours of physical training "You have to know how to do everything," he said. From :i ach week, the students were required to become driving the truck to maneuvering the equipment, he said, famile720 page Essentials of volunteers have to be cross trained on everything. This in famiiareFightinghexmanwer esth ed turn cuts down on response time because each firefighter . Fire Fighting textbook and were tested periodically to c d i a h said.] ! check their knowledge. For the drill, students made the 75-foot climb wearing \ , The text covers such topics as regulations, a safety harness, attached themselves to the ladder at the " equipment and tools, fire behavior, types of building top, and leaned back with arms spread out before making :construction, rescue and extrication, forcible entry, the climb back down. The ladder narrows as it gets higher ' ventilation, protecting evidence, communication, and sways under the weight of the climber. education, and fire control. "It was kind of disconcerting because the ladder was - . Instructors from surrounding areas, such as moving," one student said after the climb. ' Morriston Fire Chief Rick Bloom and Bronson Cedar Key was not paid for supplying their truck Firefighter Gail Foote, assisted with the training, for the day but provided it as a service because of the -.,;according to Horton. importance that new volunteers learn all that they can. In -' "We had a lot of help from the other departments," fact, many fire departments assisted with the four month Horton said. "And the students benefited from all of it." training without compensation. Williston Firefighter Shane Coleman who is also a "We've all got families and we just hope that if our Paramedic in Alachua County, began teaching the First families needed help there would be someone out there to ,.Responder training Tuesday. Some students are already respond," Robinson said. -.qualified through other training such as EMT that "And someone had to pay for the fuel to bring that exceeds First Responder. Once students complete both ladder truck," Horton added, pointing out that these other I Fire Fighter-1 and First Responder or equivalent, they departments not only gave their time, but also spent their -,will be ready to take the state exam July 8 at the Ocala own money to enhance fire fighter preparation in the Upon reaching the top, students securethemselves State Fire College. county, and lean back with arms stretched out. A Leviy ,C 10 May 8, 2008 I ~ m. -~ c *�' . 5 . . . . , W e a ri n~g~j* a p r x m t e y 4 p A& -4 areap a Brno ieCifRick Lombardo techsloe ft)hfe rsinin gew s tions much LeadInsteruntorJerryworkton rgeher toimesckudo nd3-hcns � ";.,.y Kelle Prki , a , orresonden .,:, . :. . . . . - -,.C gh-t �e - - .-.-. "" ., -P in Wearing approximately 46.po Con while carrying a pick-heded '7 - --A. .Editor' note: For the past four months the Journaal has been following Levy County volunteers as they ' learn what it takes to be firefighter in the state fBronson Fire Chief Rick Lombardo (left) offers suggestions as firefighters-in-training work together to knock down 36-inch cones. Florida. Eighteen men are on their way to becoming 8tate certified volunteer firefighters after completing more Area 1 than 220 hours of training at the Bronson Fire and c Rescue Department last week. Roughly half of the-hs group will go on to take the state exam this months while the rest are still in need of the First Resporder 7.E training, that will take place over the next two weeks, before they can take the state test. There are thnare on requirements to qualify for the training and to be a volunteer firefighter, according to Lead Instructor and Captain Jerry Horton, also a~l member of the Bronson Fire Department. :0n1 "They have to live in the district, pass a background check, and pass a drug test," he said. "It's surprising how many people don't apply because of those three require et mentst." ttVolunteerr firefighters usually carry a pager with them 24 hours a day, seven days a week. "We tr�t tell them not to carry it during work," Horton said.2 "But some of the real dedicated ones always have it on them." "h Compensation varies for each district. In Brousfn, chec,,an"pas-a'rugtest" hesai. "I's urpr-in certified volunteers receive $12 for each call theymak ..th at lasts up to two hours. "They are compensated, -or thell thaem anott carr littl duing wofterktm," Hotnsaid'Bon o "Butisome of thek Lombare otalsdecatd o res alws ht o- i Them.'' nin storage, fr some stucertifiede svolutteersepreceiveet$12 forsieachfcallhothey -ak Firefighter ric b as a Firi gher- ,t , "- ThByKele Trarinin course. "I want to make sure they are ready," Horton-said. "It takes a lot of repetition to learn everything - sor usually my class ends up being 220 to 230 hours at Most of the trainees are in their early 20s; there are * a few 18-year-olds (the youngest age allowed), and'on trainee just celebrated his 50 birthday. The men have dedicated the past four months to the training, meeting cealmost every Tuesday and Thursday evening for three and a h22f hours and for a full eight hours nearly e.ery " ."Other physical training, or PT, involved harsh , I . . I calisthenics, structure fire rescue scenarios, fire hydrani Sand hose drills, blind-folded search and rescue through obstacle courses, and negotiating a hose maze in . smoke-filled garages. , "There's a level of physical fitness that firefighters Students learn the value of teamwork as they practice knocking over cones from 50 feet away. have to maintain," said Horton. AL A I 1 I AROUND LEVY COUNTY 12 May 8, 2008 Levy County Journal Honoring a soldier Daryl Ratterree (left) of the Sons of Confederate.Veterans - Dixie Defenders, Keegan was injured last year while serving in Iraq, but is doing much better Camp 2086 in Cross City, presents a proclamation to Joe and Beth Caudill of these days. For more on his experiences in Iraq, see next week's edition of the Chiefland in honor of their son, U.S. Army Sgt. Thomas Keegan Caudill (inset). Levy County Journal. SROBINSON, JERRY ; JAIL & BAIL Jail & bail The Williston community came together May 2 to toss a few of its civic leaders into the pen, but for a good cause. The "Jail and Bail," devised by the Williston Rotary Club, was designed to raise money for Williston, Morriston and Bronson area youth, particularly those at Williston Elementary School, where officials have struggled to find funds for a new lawnmower. In addition, money was raised for funding the Rotary Club's annual Easter Egg Hunt, and to fund scholarships for Williston area youth. (Courtesy photos) Scales, from Page 1 he may have found a contractor who will do the job for $20,000 less than the $785,777 figure he quoted earlier in the meeting. Stewart advertised the bids for subcontractors. Moody said construction is expected to be completed by September. * County Road 345 from Braswell Store to State Road 24 in Rosewood continues being resurfaced with a $1.886 million state Small County Road Assistance Program (SCRAP) grant. The bid came in lower than expected, which means the county could have been required to return whatever funds it didn't use. The surplus funding could have amounted to $300,000 to $400,000. But County Engineer Lee Mills said widening those 12 miles of CR 345 with SCRAP grant money isn't legal. He the grant can be used only for resurfacing. Mills said it is legal use the grant money to thicken the pavement slightly, making it stronger, which is what he is doing with the excess money. He said the thicker pavement also gives a better ride. - * Judicial Java anyone? Commissioners were asked to consider approving a coffee shop in the main lobby of the courthouse, but the board decided to investigate first. Yearty said the board has always allowed Levy County 4-H to run the vending machines in the lobby and use the proceeds for projects. He wants to consult with 4-H leaders before the board gives entrepreneurs Scott Finnen and Berlon Weeks an SEVENTH HEAVEN DAY SPA & SALON 12251 NW Hwy. 19 - Chiefland, FL * 352.493.7277 www.seventhheavenspa.com answer. Finnen said they would set up the coffee shop, called Judicial Java, in the area where the Levy County Clerk's exhibit is located. That area of the lobby has electricity available. He said he recognizes that the vending machines are run by a community organization, and Judicial Java is willing to give 5 percent of what it earns to charities. Finnen said the idea arose from talking to several courthouse employees and elected officials. * Commissioners gave Desiree Painter, director of Nature Coast Transit, the county's public transit service, permission to apply for an $89,218 federal matching grant to purchase a tow truck. The county's share would be 10 percent. The transit system has about 15-17 buses, according to Moody. Planter was also given the green light to apply for an $81,407 grant to buy two mini vans, both equipped with wheelchairs. The county share would be 20 percent. * Commissioners authorized Yearty to sign a joint participation agreement allowing the county to accept a $161,250 grant to build a security fence around the runway at George T. Lewis Airport in Cedar Key. The fence would allow private aircraft to enter through the fence only at specific locations. The county could still turn down the grant if widespread opposition surfaced. * Rooks, who tracks legislative issues for the board, said the county fared better than expected in the recently completed Legislative session. She said the Legislature allocated $10 million rather than the expected $5 million to give fiscally constrained counties like Levy money to offset the impact of Amendment 1, the property tax- reducing amendment passed last year. She said the Legislature set aside $6.4 million statewide to pay Department of Juvenile Justice pre-trial detention expenses for juvenile offenders arrested fiscally constrained counties like Levy. FIRST MONTH FREI WASTE PRO of Florida Proudly Serving North Central Florida NOW SERVING YOUR AREA The Waste Professionals" A WASTE \ So-'t� PRO ) . < Montdi I-v Fanning Springs Office 352-463-6200 800-228-4908 Please Consider Our Service For All Your Waste Removal Needs Residential - Commercial - Industrial E ra Rate! V 4 WE LOVE YOUR GARBAGE a I I te 7 Levy County Journal LEVY COUNTY SPORTS May 8, 2008 13 Keystone Heights third baseman Clinton Mosley puts a late tag on Williston's DJ King during regional baseball playoff action Friday. Rick Burnham Red Devils fall one hit short against Keystone By Steve Jarboe Sports Editor Friday's Region 2-3A semifinal baseball playoff game between Williston and Keystone Heights remained i doubt until the last out in the last inning. When that last out came, before a standing-room only crowd in Williston, the Red Devils found themselves on the short end of a 12-11 score. Colton Crews' three-run homer in the top of the fifth inning was the difference, and the Indians got sparkling relief from hard-throwing right-hander Kyle Cravey, who allowed only one hit over four innings. Keystone Heights (23-5) now hosts Ocala Trinity Catholic in a best-of-three regional final beginning Friday. For Williston (19-9), the loss brings a bitter end to a postseason run that looked particularly promising after a 13-5 victory over Union County earlier in the week. Red Devil Coach Jim Smith complimented his team for a hard-fought effort, but said poor defensive play was ultimately their downfall. - - . - .'.1 . ' - .. Rick Burnmham William Edwards' 08 car pulls ahead of Shelton Bowers 32 car during racing action at Bronson Motor Speedway Saturday. Winning streaks continue at Bronson By James Meeks Speedway Media The ASA Southeast Asphalt Series is storming into Bronson after a great race in Lakeland last weekend, as Flagship RV's presents the RC Cola- Moon Pie ASA Southeast Asphalt Series Gator 100 this Saturday Night at the ASA Sanctioned Bronson Motor Speedway! Come see local favorites Travis Cope and Jay Middleton go against Super Late Model Drivers from all over the Southeast, including Georgia's Shane Sawyer and Jason Hogan, as well as Stephen McCurley from Humble, Texas. 100 Laps of hard charging Late Model Action on the high banks of Bronson Motor Speedway this Saturday Night May 10! Last Saturday Night, as the Bronson Speedway staff braced for the Flagship RV Show (Continuing at the Speedway through Sunday) it was another beautiful night for racing. Once again the local racers were in the spotlight for their "Grassroots Racing" program. In additional to the furious action on the racetrack, fans were able to get a sneak peek at the world class RV show the facility is hosting for See Race, Page 14 "You just can't go this far and give up 11 unearned runs to a good ball team, and we did," he said. "We just didn't make plays defensively. You can't make six errors and expect to win at this level." Williston got off to a poor defensive start in the game, giving up three second-inning runs, two on an overthrow to first base. But the Red Devils, stellar on offense all season long, answered with six runs of their own in the bottom of the second. Brent Stegall doubled and scored on a double by Chris Morrow. Damon Ming walked and Charlie Hilton was hit by a pitch, loading the bases. Keystone managed a double play, and appeared to have gotten out of the inning, but Tyrie Boyer followed with a single, putting runners on first and third. Danny Etheridge singled scoring Gilley, and Trip Fugate singled scoring Boyer to give the Red Devils a 5-3 lead. Keystone replaced starter Andrew Secules with Nick Rietmer, who was promptly greeted with a double by Brent Stegall, scoring the sixth run of the inning. The Indians responded with two runs in the third to get to within 6-5. Clayton Mosley and Robbie Latner drilled back-to-back doubles, putting runners at second and third base. The umpire then called a balk on Fugate and Mosley was waved home. Austin Awers then singled scoring Latner. Williston appeared to be in complete command after a five-run third. Ming walked to start off the third inning and Hilton blasted a two strike single putting runners on first and second base. Brandon Scott lined a deep double scoring Ming, and Gilley hit a deep sacrifice fly to the fence scoring Hilton to make it 8-5. Boyer singled scoring Scott for the 9-5 Red Devil lead. Etheridge singled, but Boyer was thrown out at third for the second out of the inning. Fugate continued the Red Devil hitting with a double scoring Etheridge for a 10-5 lead. Stegall then singled scoring Fugate for the 11-5 Red Devil advantage after three complete innings. See Region, Page 14 New coach, new season in Bronson Discipline, attitude will be paramount Story and photo by Steve Jarboe Sports Editor It is that time of year when school is about to end, bringing another end to a great high school sports season. That means it is time for spring football practice to begin at three high schools in Levy County., This week we will feature the Bronson Eagles. The Eagles begin their second season as a member of the Florida Independendt League. The Eagles will be under new Head Coach Al Cooksey. Cooksey comes to the Eagles by way of St. Joseph Academy near Jacksonville, where he had a very successful 15 years as the head coach. Bronson football fans will get a sneak preview of their team on May 23, when the Eagles host St. Johns Country Day at the Eagles football field behind the old high school. Cooksey summed up his team after only two practice sessions held last week. "We have a lot of hard work ahead of us now and over the summer," he said. "We have to have some of our senior players step up and take on leadership roles by action not just words. We have to get stronger both physically and mentally as a team and develop a winning attitude." Cooksey added that discipline will be a key to the 2008 season. "We have some good players returning on this team, and our practices will be challenging until we get the attitudes turned around, and discipline is always a key to winning attitudes," he said. "Commitment will be the key for the Eagles this season, and how well we learn to block on offense, and tackle on defense." Rather than point out any single player to watch for, Cooksey continued to stress attitude and his seniors stepping up with greater commitment as a key factor for the Eagles in the upcoming season. The Eagles will feature a spread offense with plenty of motion on offense, and Cooksey is not sure what type of defense, a three-four or a four-three, he will install. "Right now we are looking for a center and some receivers that can go up and catch the football," Cooksey Head Coach Al Cooksey said. "We should have between 30 and 35 players on the varsity roster when all is said and done and I understand we have around 40 players committed to the JV team which is exciting news." The Eagles will have a similar schedule as last season. They will open Aug. 29 at Chiefland, in the Chiefland Classic. Then the Eagles will start conference play, traveling to independent power Oak Hall on Sept. 5. Cooksey is familiar with the teams on the Eagles schedule as he has coached against most of them, and was the coach at St. Joseph, a team the Eagles will play on Oct. 24. If you are one of those football fanatic fans, the Eagles will also be holding their Orange and Blue scrimmage game on May 16, at 6 p.m Bronson varsity scheduled: Aug. 29 - at Chiefland; Sept. 5 - Oak Hall; Sept. 19 - Branford; Sept. 25 - at Florida Deaf and Blind; Oct. 3 - at Trenton; Oct. 10 - Father Lopez; Oct. 17 - at St. John Lutheran; Oct. 24 - at St. Joseph; Oct. 31 - Providence; Nov. 7 - Maclay; Nov. 14 - Bell. 14 May 8, 2008 LEVY COUNTY SPORTS Levy County Journal Race, from Page 13 Flagship RV this week. As the night began some of the fans were eager to see if a couple of drivers could keep their winning streaks intact, while many fans were eager to see some new faces in victory lane. - This season, the Sportsman Division is not only competing for the track championship honors, but some national recognition as well. Joe Gibbs Driven Oil is sponsoring an ASA National Championship Award for the top division at all ASA Sanctioned racetracks. The Joe Gibbs National Champion will not only receive top honors, but also get a chance to drive a Joe Gibbs Race Team racecar. So as the Sportsman drivers are competing at the local level, they are competing on a national level as well. Mike Baker of Inglis was in line to win his third race in a row. Shelton Bowers, William Edwards and others were trying to put a stop to Baker's winning ways. After an incident on lap one led to a complete restart, Baker zoomed into the lead and never looked back. He was able to lead wire to wire for this third consecutive win. Trenton's Bowers would come in second, followed by William Edwards of Gainesville. Another winning streak was on the line in the Super Stock Division. Dunnellon's Brent Cooper was in search of his fourth win in a row. Some old familiar faces were in town to try to capture a win for themselves. Kyle Peters got a tremendous start and led the early laps. Cooper was waiting in the wings to snatch thewlead away if Peters made any mistakes. Also on the prowl, Doc Batson, moved up from his spot deep in the field toward the front. On lap 14,' Cooper took advantage of a bobble by Peters and took the lead. Soon after, Batson made contact with Larry Welter, Jr, eliminating Batson from contention. Cooper sped away for his fourth win over Welter, Jr and Peters. In thunder Stock action, Bobby Taylor held off a strong charge from Todd Roberts and Brian Eggleton to post another win. It was Taylor's third win of the season in the Thunder Stock Division. Flagship RV's presents the RC Cola-Moon Pie ASA Southeast Asphalt Series Gator 100 this Saturday Night. The Bronson Sportsman, Super Stocks and Thunder Stocks will also be in action! Grandstands Open at 4 PM and the racing begins at 7:30. Adult admission in the Grandstands only $20 and kids 11-under are free! For more information contact the speedway office at (352) 486-2763. May 3 Results Sportsman Mike Baker Shelton Bowers William Edwards Todd Kelly Dorothy Kelly Super Stocks Brent Cooper Larry Welter, Jr. Kyle Peters James "Doc" Batson Tommy Ausbum Thunder Stocks Bobby Taylor Todd Roberts Brian Eggleton Hugh's Concrete & Masonry Inc. i5790 NW 135 Street Chiefland, Florida 32626 Hugh S. Keen - Owner Phone 352-493-1094 Fax 352-490-5329 Free Estimates Foundations * Slabs * Brick * Block * Stone * Fireplaces * Complete Concrete & Masonry Services Licensed and Insured. 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Latner doubled in two after Mosley had driven in one on a muffed infield catch by the Red Devils to make it 11-8. The Indians scored a fifth inning run off a single by Chase Chambers to narrow Williston's lead to 11-9. Scott Osteen then walked, putting runners on first and second base, setting the stage for Crews' blast, a line shot over the left field fence. The Red Devils loaded the bases in both the sixth and seventh innings, and appeared poised to take the lead each time with a base hit. But they were ultimately unable to score. "I thought both teams played their hearts out," Mattox said. "But I'm proud of the way our team just gutted it out." - - ~ ~ 9.'4U9~L~A~ -$ ,v~ ~ . - ua-~ 'a, --a '-~'~ ~'O'I ~ .. ~ *~ - ~~AS~iTh C-. - - * ~ ~ t~ 5 - -~ -.5 ,5 - .5 - - '5- N - Carl Gilley rounds third Rick Bumham Williston's Charlie Hilton slides safely into third base during his team's regional playoff game against Keystone Heights. Full Time in Chiefland! 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Levy County SWAT members r presented bottles full of "sweet dip spit" for sale to raise awareness that major tobacco companies are using candy-flavored products to reach children. , Students from Chiefland and Williston middle and high schools offered bottles containing lumpy brown " water to people approaching the raceway entrance. The - dark liquid was meant to represent the spit bi-product -- that comes from dipping. "It's just nasty," said Kristen Cook, a sixth grader at CMS. "It turns your teeth gross, and it's really bad for your health." In addition to the faux promotion, the teens distributed cards advertising "Citrus Cancer, Bad Breath Berry, Spearmint Sores." The true motive of the cards was ito enlighten consumers about the dangers of chewing tobacco and the appeals of candy-flavors. The cards also quote a confidential document from the U.S. Smokeless Tobacco company stating its target group for flavored snuff is "New users... age group 15-35." The students also provided pamphlets about smoking prevention, statistical data on addictions, and other documents from tobacco companies. Information was also available on resources for people interested in quitting. The Levy County Health Department holds ongoing free smoking cessation classes which include nicotine patches as well as other . - helpful resources, according to Levy County Tobacco Prevention Specialist Kristina Zachry. --- * . Zachry joined forces with Steven Rose of Rose jl Consultation Services to lead the group of students in their tobacco awareness campaign. "We gave them some direction, but these kids designed their own strategy," Zachry said. "They know what's going to reach their peers." WHS ninth-grader Erica Mason joined SWAT * - ..-. : because she is frustrated with advertising that focuses .- : . -. on teenagers. "I don't like the way the tobacco industry manipulates us," she said. Sade Tutson, a eighth-grader at CMS, likes being a part of the SWAT organization. "I'm trying to be a good role model for younger kids," she said. "Did you know that tobacco kills 88 people a day in Florida?" Tutson added. During their demonstration the students filmed a public service announcement to be aired in the schools and on local television networks. "We're hoping to get some airtime on TV20," Steven Rose said. The students chose Bronson Speedway for their campaign because of the amount of people it draws together in one place. "The Speedway has been very supportive," Rose said. "I can't tell you how many malls I've been kicked out of." For more info on your local SWAT organization, call (352) 486-3404.. TIDESH DAY HIGH /LOW Cedar Key Thursday 8 High 8 Low 8 High 8 Low Friday 9 High 9 Low 9 High Saturday 10 Low 10 High 10 Low 10 High Sunday 11 Low 11 High 11 Low 11 High Monday 12 Low 12 High 12 Low 12 High Tuesday 13 Low 13 High 13 Low 13 High Wednesday 14 Low 14 High 14 Low 14 High Suwannee River Entrance Thursday 8 High 8 Low 8 High 8 Low Friday 9 High 9 Low 9 High Saturday 10 Low' 10 High 10 Low 10 High Sunday 11 Low 11 High 11 Low 11 High TIDE HEIGHT SUNRISE TIME /FEET SUNSET 5:26 a.m. 3 10:17 a.m. 1.7 3:57 p.m. 4.4 11:36 p.m. -0.6 6:22 a.m. 2.8 11:04 a.m. 1.8 4:47 p.m. 4.1 12:32 a.m. -0.3 7:23 a.m. 2.7 12:01 p.m. 1.8 5:47 p.m. 3.8 1:31 a.m. 0.1 8:26 a.m. 2.7 1:13 p.m. 1.8 7:02 p.m. 3.4 2:35 a.m. 0.5 9:24 a.m. 2.8 2:42 p.m. 1.7 8:35 p.m. 3.1 3:39 a.m. 0.7 10:13 a.m. 3 4:11 p.m. 1.3 10:10 p.m. 3 4:38 a.m. 0.9 10:54 a.m. 3.2 5:22 p.m. 0.9 11:29 p.m. 3 5:32 a.m. 2.6 10:35 a.m. 1.6 4:03 p.m. 3.9 11:54 p.m. -0.6 6:28 a.m. 2.5 11:22 a.m. 1.7 4:53 p.m. 3.6 12:50 a.m. -0.3 7:29 a.m. 2.4 12:19 p.m. 1.7 5:53 p.m. 3.3 1:49 a.m. 0.1 8:32 a.m. 2.4 1:31p.m. 1.7 7:08 p.m. 3 6:45 a.m. Rise 8:13 p.m. MOON % MOON TIME VISIBLE 9:25 a.m. 8 6:44 a.m. Set 12:13 a.m. 16 8:13 p.m. Rise 10:34 a.m. 6:43 a.m. Set 1:05 a.m. 26 8:14 p.m. Rise 11:43 a.m. 6:42 a.m. Set 1:48 a.m. 36 8:15 p.m. Rise 12:48 p.m. 6:42 a.m. Set 2:24 a.m. 47 8:15 p.m. Rise 1:50 p.m. 6:41 a.m. Set 2:56 a.m. 58 8:16 p.m. Rise 2:48 p.m. 6:41 a.m. Set 3:25 a.m. 67 8:16 p.m. Rise 3:43 p.m. 6:45 a.m. Rise 9:25 a.m. 8 8:13 p.m. 6:44 a.m. Set 12:14 a.m. 16 8:14 p.m. Rise 10:34 a.m. 6:43 a.m. Set 1:05 a.m. 26 8:15 p.m. Rise 11:43 a.m. 6:43 a.m. Set 8:15 p.m. Rise 1:48 a.m. 36 12:49 p.m. DAY HIGH /LOW, Monday 12 Low 2:53 a.m. 12 High 9:30 a.m. 12 Low 3:00 p.m. 12 High 8:41 p.m. Tuesday 13 Low 3:57 a.m. 13 High 10:19 a.m. 13 Low 4:29 p.m. 13 High 10:16 p.m. Wednesday 14 Low 4:56 a.m. 14 High 11:00 a.m. 14 Low 5:40 p.m. 14 High 11:35 p.m. Withlacoochee River Entrance Thursday 8 High 5:33 a.m. 8 Low 11:12 a.m. 8 High 4:04 p.m. Friday 9 Low 12:31 a.m. 9 High 6:29 a.m. 9 Low 11:59 a.m. 9 High 4:54 p.m. Saturday 10 Low 1:27 a.m. 10 High 7:30 a.m. 10 Low 12:56 p.m. 10 High 5:54 p.m. Sunday 11 Low 2:26 a.m. 11 High 8:33 a.m. 11 Low 2:08 p.m. 11 High 7:09 p.m. Monday 12 Low 3:30 a.m. 12 High 9:31 a.m. 12 Low 3:37 p.m. 12 High 8:42 p.m. Tuesday 13 Low 4:34 a.m. 13 High 10:20 a.m. 13 Low 5:06 p.m. 13 High 10:17 p.m. Wednesday 14 Low 5:33 a.m. 14 High 11:01 a.m. 14 Low 6:17 p.m. 14 High 11:36 p.m. 6:42 a.m. Set 2:25 a.m. 47 8:16 p.m. Rise 1:50 p.m. 6:41 a.m. Set 2:56 a.m. 58 8:17 p.m. Rise 2:48 p.m. 6:41 a.m. Set 3:25 a.m. 67 8:17 p.m. Rise 3:44 p.m. 6:44 a.m. Rise 9:25 a.m. 8 8:11 p.m. 6:43 a.m. Set 12:11 a.m. 16 8:12 p.m. Rise 10:34 a.m. 6:42 a.m. Set 1:03 a.m. 26 8:13 p.m. Rise 11:42 a.m. 6:42 a.m. Set 1:46 a.m. 36 8:13 p.m. Rise 12:47 p.m. 6:41 a.m. Set 2:23 a.m. 47 8:14 p.m. Rise 1:49 p.m. 6:40 a.m. Set 2:55 a.m. 58 8:15 p.m. Rise 2:47 p.m. 6:40 a.m. Set 3:23 a.m. 67 8:15 p.m. Rise 3:42 p.m. Levy County Journal OUTDOORS TIDE HEIGHT SUNRISE TIME /FEET SUNSET MOON % MOON TIME VISIBLE 16 May 8, 2008 CLASSIFIED/LEGAL NOTICES Levy County Journal CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING rnQ Notices I AM IN POSSESSION OF A 1986 Southwind Motor home. Anyone claiming ownership, please write to 18890 NE 51st Street, Williston, FL 32696., 5/29b NARCONON...a nonprofit pub- lic benefit organization that specializes in helping people with drug or alcohol addictions offers FREE assessments and more than 11,000 local refer- rals. Call (800) 556-8885 or visit www.drugrehab.net tfn AA MEETING--for information call North Central Florida Inter- group Office at (352) 372-8091 which is also a 24 hour local ho- tline number, tfn 0 Services HAROLD HUGHES, INC. ALL TYPES Dozier & Tractor Work; Land Clearing; Road Cutting; Bush Hogging; Mowing; Driveways; Fence Rows. (352)486-4201, 441-0315, 214-2152; Fax: (352) 486-1585 5/29p �e Help Wanted Full & Part Time WILLISTON, CHIEFLAND, NEWBERRY - physical ther- apy practice wants quali- fied people to "Get Results" for patients. Front office and clinical position available. Fax (352) 528-2878 or mail resume to P.O. Box 518, Wil- liston, FL 32696 b/eow tfn COME JOIN THE JOURNAL TEAMI News Correspondents- Cover local events in your area. Photographic skills a must. Expe- rience preferred. Deadline driven, but flexible schedule. Compen- sation commensurate with expe- rience. Expenses/mileage reim- bursement. Fax resume/clips to 490-4490 attn: Editor. ffnf SLegal Notices IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR LEVY COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No: 38-2007-CA-832 JULIUS FLAG Plaintiff, vs. LA SHAWN BROWN F/K/A LA SHAWN TURNBULL and any known or unknown natural person, the unknown spouse, heirs, devisees, grantees, assignees, lienors, creditors, trustees .or known or unknown person who is known to be dead or is not known to either dead or alive and SUNDOWNER PROPERTIES, INC., A FLORIDA CORPORATION, Defendants. NOTICE OF ACTION TO: LASHAWN BROWN F/K/A LASHAWN BROWN and SUN- DOWNER PROPERTIES, INC., a Florida Corporation, Defen- dants, and to all parties claim- ing interest by, through, under or against Defendants, and all parties having or claiming to have any right title or interest in the property herein described. YOU ARE NOTIFIED that you have been designated as defen- dant in a legal proceeding' filed against you for Suit to Quiet Title and Reformation of Deed. The action involves real property in Levy County, Florida, more full described as follows: Lot 8, Block 15, The Replat of Williston Highland Unit 5, In Sections 5 and 6, Township 14 South, Range 18 East The action was instituted in the Eighth Judicial Circuit Court, Levy County, Florida, and its styled JULIUS FLAG vs. LASHAWN BROWN F/K/A LASHAWN BROWN and SUN- DOWNER PRO-PERTIES, INC., A FLORIDA CORPORA- TION, a Corporation. You are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to the action on Janet C. Neris, Neris & Associates, P.A. Plain- tiff's attorney, whose address is14750 NW 77th Court Suite 306 Miami Lakes, FL 33016, on or before May 9, 2008, and file the original with the clerk of this court either before service on Janet C. Neris, Neris & As- sociates, P.A. or immediately af- ter service; otherwise, a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the com- Help Wanted Full & Part Time WE'RE HERE... YOU SHOULD BE TOO! Florida Department of Health offers rewarding and diverse public health nursing openings with excellent professional and personal growth opportuni- ties. Explore the practice areas where you belong. Be reward- ed with the kind of benefits and opportunities-that really matter day after day. -Comprehensive Health Benefits Package -Tuition Assistance Programs *No shift work - Flexible Work Schedules -Generous Annual and Sick Leave *Retirement Plan (vested in six years) *Diverse Program Areas COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE -The Levy County Health De- partment is seeking a Commu- nity Health Nurse, Position # 64080322. This is a part-time (32 hours per week) position to work at a school site in Levy County. Must be licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in accordance with Florida Statute 464 or eli- gible to practice nursing in accqr- dance with Florida Administrative Code 210-8.27. Public Health nursing experience preferred. Must be fingerprinted. Success- ful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment. Salary range is $1,152.00 - $1,280.00 bi-weekly. May be required to work extra hours or days in the event of an emergency. Applica- tions will be accepted online at https://peoplefirst.myflorida.com/. State of Florida applications may be mailed to State of Florida, People First, Staffing Administra- tion, PO Box 44058, Jacksonville, Fl 32231 or faxed to (904) 636- 2627 by 5/12/08. EEO/AA/VN Employer. 5/8b G Legal Notices plaint or petition. The Court has authority in this suit to enter a judgment or decree in the Plaintiff s interest which will be binding upon you. DATED: April 11, 2008 DANNY J. SHIPP Clerk of the Eighth Judicial Circuit Court Levy County, Florida By: Gwen McElroy Deputy Clerk Pub:April 17,24, May 1, 8,2008 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEVY COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO. 38-2007-CA-0618 GULF ATLANTIC ENTERPRISES, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. HELEN M. SMITH, also known as MICHELLE SMITH; STEPHAN D. TIPPING, also known as STEPHEN D. TIPPING; GREEN TREE FINANCIAL CORPORA- TION; and CORDELL OSWALD, Defendants. NOTICE OF ACTION , TO: HELEN M. SMITH, a/k/a MICHELLE SMITH Address Unknown GREEN TREE FINANCIAL CORPORATION c/o Jerry W. Britton, Executive Vice President 3200 North Point Place, Suite 200 Alpharetta, GA 30202 AS WELL AS any and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against HELEN M. SMITH, a/k/a MICHELLE SMITH, and GREEN TREE FINANCIAL CORPORATION, or their respec- tive heirs, administrators and as- signs, as well as all parties hav- ing or claiming to have any right, title or interest in the property herein described. YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to quiet title to the fol- lowing property in Levy County, Florida, to wit: Lot 3, Block 21, OCALA HIGH- LANDS WEST, according to the plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 4, Page 16 through 16D, public records of Levy County, Florida. (Parcel No. 09626-002-00) has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses to it, if any, on CHARLOTTE J. WEI- DNER, Plaintiff's attorney, whose �Help Wanted Full &Part Time FLORIDA'S LONG-TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN PRO- GRAM needs volunteers to join its corps of dedicated advocates who protect the rights of elders residing in nursing homes, as- sisted living facilities and adult family care homes. The program is comprised of 17 local councils throughout the state, and each council is seeking additional vol- unteers to identify, investigate and resolve residents' concerns. All interested individuals who care about protecting the health, safety, welfare and rights of long- term care facility residents who often have no one else to advo- cate for them are encouraged to call toll-free (888) 831-0404 or visit the program's web site at http://ombudsman.myflorida. com. tfnf Ge Houses for Rent LARGE BRAND NEW HOME - for rent, 2/1 wheelchair ac- cessible. No pets, no smoking. 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Call 352-949-0222. tfn Rent, or Lease, with a purchase option. Get the exposure needed to boost your business. Call 352- 949-0447. 5/8b COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE available. 779 sq ft. Inside the Williston Business Plaza. Call 528-6277. tfn � Storage Space A for Rent CLASSIC CARS, BOATS, OR RV'S - tired of watching your valuables go to waste In the yard? Consider placing them in dry, in- door storage. Rates vary with size. Call 352-949-0447. 5/8b Real Estate LOTS FOR SALE - Just north of Bronson - mobile homes OK. Two 1.25 acre lots, $25,000 each. One 2.5 acre lot, $45,000. Call Jeff Tice, ERA Trend Realty 352-225- 4616 www.TNTsells.com 5/22p 1-1/4 ACRE - WILUSTON I/MOR- RISTION. Well, Septic and Power already in place! Beautifully wood- ed. Nice neighborhood. Owner Fi- nancing! NO DOWN PAYMENT! Only $410/mo. Total $39,900.00. Call 352-215-1018. 5/8b 1-114 ACRE - BRONSON. Beautifully wooded parcel just off paved street. Owner Financing! NO DOWNPAYMENT! Only $307/mo. Total $29,900.00. Call 352-215-1018. 5/8b 3 ACRES - ARCHER I WILUS- TON Area. Well, Septic and Power already in place. Beautiful country setting with Oak Shaded homesite. Perfect for horses. Partially fenced. Owner Financing! NO DOWN PAYMENT! Only $873/mo. Total $84,900.00. Call . 352-215-1018. 5/8b , Legal Notices - .. O Legal Notices ., address is Post Office Box 1354, Bronson, Florida 32621, on or before 'May 30, 2008 and file the original with the Clerk of this Court either before service on Plaintiff's attorney or immediate- ly thereafter, otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Com- plaint or petition. Dated this 17 day of April. 2008. DANNY J. SHIPP Clerk of Court By: Gwen McElroy /s/ Deputy Clerk Pub.: April 24, May 1, 8,15, 2008 INVITATION TO BID The School Board of Levy County will receive sealed bids at the Office of the Superintendent, 480 Marshburn Drive, PO Drawer 129, Bronson, Florida 32621 until 4:00 p.m., May 16, 2008, for the following projects: Re-Roof Buildings 300, 400 and 500 at Chiefland Elemen- tary School Re-Roof a portion of Building 400 at Chiefland Elementary Bids will be awarded at the June 3, 2008 School Board Meeting. For detailed bid requirements and specifications, contact Ted Alexander, Maintenance Director, at (352) 486-5250, or Gerald Ward, Purchasing Coordinator at (352) 486-5297. Pub.: May 1, 8, 2008 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEVY COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NUMBER: 38-2008-CP-000026 IN RE: ESTATE OF JOSEPH ROMERO, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS OR DEMANDS AGAINST THE ABOVE ESTATE: You are hereby notified that a Petition for Administration had been filed in the estate of Joseph Romero, deceased, File Num- ber 38-2008-CP-000026, by the Circuit Court for Levy County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P.O. Drawer 610, 355 South Court Street, Bronson, Florida 32621-0610; that the total cash value of the estate is $18,500.00 and that the names and addresses of those to whom it has been assigned by such order are: Teresa Romero 12 Ramclark Lane New City, New York 10956 Julia Romero 3006 Gaugh St Apt 102 San Francisco, CA 94123 Catherine Egyes 2886 Seven Spring Mountain Rd. Monroe, New York 10950 Maria Teresa Romero 24 Louis Road New City, New York 10956 Legal Description: Lots #3 and #4 in Block #2 of the Second Addition to Bronson Heights Subdivision, as recorded in Plat Book #3, Page #45, Public Re- cords of Levy County, Florida. ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE NOTIFIED THAT: All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against the dece- dent's estate on whom a copy of this notice is served within three months after the date of the first publication of this notice must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the de- cedent and persons having claims or demands against the decedent's estate must file their claims with this court WITH- IN THE LATER OF THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS AND DEMANDS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOR- EVER BARRED. The date of the first publication of this Notice is May 1, 2008. Person Giving Notice: Teresa Romero 12 Ramclark Lane New City, New York 10956 Attorney for Person Giving Notice: Alina Salcines Restrepo 4300 West Flagler St, Ste 102 Miami, Florida 33134 (305) 442-0306 FL Bar No: 0183016 Pub.: May 1, 8, 2008 ---------- IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL room, 2-car garage. This is a very special home! $289,000. Jeff Tice ERA Trend Realty 352- 225-4616. Photos & virtual tour: www.TNTsells.com 5/22p Mobile Homes for Sale '97 HOMES OF MERIT DOU- BLEWIDE on 5 secluded acres surrounded by rolling farmland. Home and land can be sold sepa- rately. Call for details. $129,900. 352-258-9117 5/29p G For Sale NEW MOWER & CHAIN SAW PARTS: Stihl, Husqvarna, Ayp, Murray, Sears, MTD, Briggs, Kohler, Robin, and Honda. Blades for most mowers. Beauchamp Saw Shop. 352-493-4904 tfn LUMBER FOR SALE - Pine, cherry and cypress. Call Sammy at (352) 949-3222. ffnb e Legal Notices CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEVY COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO: 38-2007CA000938 CITIMORTGAGE, INC., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO PRINCIPAL RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff, vs. DAVID C. SHARPE; MARIA SHARPE A/K/A MARIA DIANE SHARPE; ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, UNDER, AND AGAINST THE HEREIN NAMED INDIVIDUAL DEFENDANTS) WHO ARE NOT KNOWN TO BE DEAD OR ALIVE, WHETHER SAID. UNKNWN''PARTIES MAAY"" CLAIM AN INTEREST AS SPOUSES, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES OR OTHER CLAIMANTS: JOHN DOE AND JANE DOE AS UNKNOWN TENANTS IN POSSESSION Defendant(s) NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Summary Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated April 21, 2008 entered in Civil Case No. 38-2007CA000938 of the Circuit Court of the 8th Judicial Circuit in and for LEVY County, BRONSON, Florida, I will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at the MAIN LOBBY OF THE COURTHOUSE at the LEVY County Courthouse located at 355 SOUTH COURT STREET in BRONSON, Florida, at 11:00 a.m. on the 19th day of May, 2008 the following de- scribed property as set forth in said Summary Final Judgment, to-wit: LOT 2, BLOCK "D" OF "BRONZE-SUN ACRES" AN UNRECORDED SUBDIVI- SION IN THE SOUTHEAST Y� OF SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 11 SOUTH, RANGE 17 EAST, LEVY COUNTY, FLORIDA, BE- ING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: FOR A POINT OF REFER- ENCE COMMENCE AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 11 SOUTH 17 EAST; THENCE RUN S 89 DEGREES 03 MINUTES 00 SECONDS W, ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SECTION 34, A DISTANCE OF 450.15 FEET TO THE WESTERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF A 50 FOOT STREET (KNOWN AS BAHIA DRIVE): THENCE RUN N 00 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 06 SECONDS EAST ALONG SAID RIGHT OF WAY LINE, 1250.69 FEET TO THE SOUTHERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF A 50 FOOT STREET (KNOWN AS FLO- RATAM STREET); THENCE S 89 DEGREES 03 MINUTES 00 SECONDS W, ALONG SAID RIGHT OF WAY LINE, 1094.50 FEET TO THE POINT OF BE- GINNING; THENCE CON- TINUE S 89 DEGREES 03 MINUTES 00 SECONDS W, ALONG SAID RIGHT OF WAY LINE 267.00 FEET; THENCE S 00 DEGREES 57 MINUTES 00 SECONDS E, 400.00 FEET; THENCE N 89 DEGREES 03 EVERYTHING 60% OR MORE OFF ORIGINAL PRICES FREE gift with purchase. Mother's Day Special: de- signer dresses $20-$25, jack- ets $12-$15. New shipment of designer clothes, sizes 4 petite to 3X, such as Charter Club, Liz Claiborne, Alfani, and Oleg Cassini, to name a few. Jewelry, new high-end gold and diamonds. Assortment of necklaces with matching ear- rings, cellphone and I-Pod covers, trendy watches, D&G sunglasses, and carved wood- en boxes, etc. Bronson Self Storage, 352-486-2121. 5/8b SBoats & Marine FOR SALE - 17' PROLINE BOAT - excellent condition. Center console, 120 hp Evinrude, aluminum trailer. $4,500.00 OBO. 352-498-2415 5/8b S Legal Notices MINUTES 00 SECONDS E, 267.00 FEET; THENCE N 00 DEGREES 57 MINUTES 00 SECONDS W, 400.00 FEET TO CLOSE ON THE POINT OF BEGINNING. TOGETHER WITH A 1972 SIN- GLE WIDE MOBILE HOME, VIN# 10889 Any person claiming an inter- . est in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens, must file a claim within 60 days after the sale. Dated this 21st day of April, 2008. .-. DANNY J. SHIPP Clerk of the Circuit Court (Circuit Court Seal) By: Gwen McElroy /s/ Deputy Clerk Law Offices of David J. Stem, P.A. Attorney for Plaintiff 801 S. University Drive Suite 500 Plantation, FL 33324 (954)233-8000 07-08818(FM) FNM In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons with disabilities needing a special accommodation should contact COURT ADMINISTRATION, at the Levy County Courthouse at (352)486- 5276, 1-800-955-8771 (TDD) or 1-800-955-8770, via Florida Relay Service Pub.: May 1, 8, 2008 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEVY COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 38-2007-CA-000357 OCALA NATIONAL BANK, a National Banking Association, organized under the laws of the United States of America, authorized to and doing business in Marion County, Florida, Plaintiff, vs. JAMES OSPINA, and JANE DOE OSPINA, now known as Rachelle Ospina, his wife, Defendants NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Summary Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated April 16, 2008, and entered in Civil Case No. 38-2007-CA- 000357 of the Circuit Court of the Eighth Judicial Circuit in and for LEVY County, Florida, where- in OCALA NATIONAL BANK is Plaintiff and JAMES OSPINA and JANE DOE OSPINA, now known as Rachelle Ospina, his wife, are Defendants, I will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, such sale only to take place in the presence of Plain- tiff or Plaintiffs duly appointed representative, at 11:00 a.m. on May 19, 2008 in the main lob- by of the Levy County Court- house, 355 South Court Street, Bronson, Florida, the following described property as set forth in said Summary Final Judgment of Foreclosure, being situate in LEVY County, Florida, to-wit: LOT 22, BLOCK C, CASON'S INGLIS ACRES UNIT 1, AC- CORDING TO THE MAP OF Levy County Journal 0 Legal Notices PLAT THEREOF AS RECORD- ED IN PLAT BOOK 4, PAGE 41, PUBLIC RECORDS OF LEVY COUNTY, FLORIDA. ANY PERSON CLAIMING AN INTEREST IN THE SURPLUS FROM THE SALE, IF ANY, OTHER THAN THE PROPERTY OWNER AS OF THE DATE OF THE LIS PENDENS MUST FILE A CLAIM WITHIN SIXTY (60) DAYS AFTER THE SALE. DATED this 21st day of April, 2008. DANNY SHIPP, Clerk of the Circuit Court (Court Seal) By: Gwen McElroy Deputy Clerk Michael J. Cooper Attorneys at Law 321 N.W. Third Avenue Ocala, Florida 34475-8818 (352)732-4500 (352)351-3859 Fax Pub.: May 1, 8, 2008 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEVY COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 38-2007-CA-000641 JEANETTE CALLOWAY, Plaintiff, vs. MARTIN R. McGEE and DIANE W. McGEE, etal., Defendants. AMENDED NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE BY THE CLERK NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Final Summa- ry Judgment of Foreclosure en- tered in the above styled cause now pending in said court, that I will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at the 'Lobby of the Levy County Courthouse, 355 S. Court Street, Bronson, Florida, at 11:00 a.m. on June 2, 2008, the following described property: Tract 1 of the Corrective Plat of FLORIAN HEIGHTS, an unre- corded subdivision located in Section 25, Township 12 South, Range 17 East, Levy County, Florida, being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the NE corner of the West Y2 of the SE % of said Section 25, then south 88 deg. a distance of 470.62 feet; thlence S 00 deg. .20 min. 07 sec. W, a distance of 523.94 feet; thence N 88 deg. 53 min. 12 sec. E, a distance of 470.62 feet to a point on the East line of said West Y of the SE % of Section 25, thence 00 deg. 20 min. 07 sec. E, along said East line, a distance of 523.94 feet to the point of beginning. Property address: 12751 NE 54th Street, Williston, Florida 32696 ANY PERSON CLAIMING AN INTEREST IN THE SURPLUS FROM THE SALE, IF ANY, OTHER THAN THE PROPERTY OWNER AS OF THE DATE OF THE LIS PENDENS MUST FILE A CLAIM WITHIN 60 DAYS AF- TER THE SALE. Dated: April 21, 2008. DANNY J. SHIPP, Clerk (Court Seal) By: Gwen McElroy Deputy Clerk Attorney: Ameli Padron-Fragetta, LLC 7950 NW 155 Street, Suite 206 Miami Lakes, Florida 33016 Pub.: May 1, 8, 2008 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEVY COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO. 38-2008-CP-000091 IN RE: THE ESTATE OF RUBY L. CASSADY, Deceased NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Ruby L. Cassady, de- ceased, whose date of death was December 3, 2004, is pending in the Circuit Court for Levy Coun- ty, Florida, Probate Division, File Number 38-2008-CP-000091; the address of which is 355 S. Court St., P.O. Box 610, Bron- son, Florida 32621. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative's attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate, on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AF- TER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the de- cedent and other persons hav- ing claims or demands against decedent's estate must file their SLegal Notices claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AF- TER THE DECEDENT'S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this Notice is May 1, 2008. Personal Representative: Charles D. Cassady P.O. Box 36 Inglis, FL 34449 Attorney for Personal Representative: Thomas M. VanNess, Jr., Esq. Florida Bar No. 0857750 VanNess and VanNess, P.A. 1205 North Meeting Tree Blvd. Crystal River, FL 34429 (352) 795-1444 Pub.: May 1, 8, 2008 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR LEVY COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No. 38-2007-CA-1039 JOHN L. WALDRON and BRENDA G. WALDRON, his wife, Plaintiffs, vs. RUTH C. McNEELY, if living, and if deceased, her heirs, administrators and assigns, Defendants. NOTICE OF SALE ( NOTICE IS GIVEN that in ac- cordance with the Summary Final Judgment in Foreclosure entered on April 28, 2008 in Civil Action No. 38-2007-CA-1039, in the Circuit Court, in and for Levy County, Florida, in which JOHN L. WALDRON and BRENDA G. WALDRON, his wife, were the Plaintiffs; and RUTH C. Mc- NEELY was the Defendant, I will sell to the highest bidder for cash in the Lobby of the Levy County Courthouse, in Bronson, Florida, at 11:00 AM o'clock on Mon- day, June 2,2008, the real prop- erty described as follows, to-wit: Lot 16, Block 8, Fannin Springs Annex, according to the plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 3, Page 31, public records of Levy Co nty,,FloFjda..Tpgether withthe l196 ,Mnat0,-rmobile home located thereon. (Parcel No. 07626-015-00) DATED this 28th day of April 2008. DANNY J. SHIPP CLERK OF COURT By: Gwen McElroy Deputy Clerk Pub.: May 1, 8, 2008 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEVY COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NUMBER: 38-2007-CP- 000318 DIVISION 1 IN RE: ESTATE OF JUANA RUIZ GARCIA, Deceased NOTICE OF ACTION (Formal Notice by Publication) TO: ANTONIO SANCHEZ GARCIA Last Known Residence and Whereabouts Unknown YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that a Petition for Administration (intestate) has been filed in this Court. You are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, on Petitioner's attorney, whose name and address are: DAVID W. VELIZ 425 West Colonial Drive Suite 103 Orlando, Florida 32804 On or before May 30, 2008, and to file the original of the writ- ten defenses with the Clerk of this Court either before service or immediately thereafter. Fail- ure to serve and file written de- fenses as required may result in a judgment or order for the relief demanded, without further, no- tice. Dated on April 23, 2008. DANNY J. SHIPP As Clerk of Court (Court Seal) By:Melissa Allen /s/ As Deputy Clerk Pub.: May 1, 8, 15, 22, 2008 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEVY COUNTY, FLORIDA JUVENILE DIVISION CASE NO: 38-2006-DP-0167 IN THE INTEREST OF: A.G. DOB 10/11/2004 Minor Child. NOTICE OF SUIT FOR TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS AND PLACEMENT FOR ADOPTION THE STATE OF FLORIDA TO: Larry Goolsby, Residence Unknown You are hereby notified that a petition under oath has been filed in the above-styled Court for the termination of your pa- rental rights to A.G., a female child born October 11, 2004, in Alachua County, Florida, and for Mobile Home, SN: 17194A&B located thereon and classified as part of the real property. Any and all bidders, parties or other interested persons shall contact the information desk of the Clerk of the Court prior to the scheduled foreclosure sale who will advise of the exact location in the Levy County Courthouse for the foreclosure sale. ANY PERSON CLAIMING AN INTEREST IN THE SURPLUS FROM THE SALE, IF ANY, OTHER THAN THE PROPERTY OWNER AS OF THE DATE OF THE LIS PENDENS MUST FILE than seven (7) days prior to the proceedings. If hearing impaired,' please call (800) 955-9771 (TDD) or (800) 955-8770 (voice), via Florida Relay Service. Pub.: May 8, 15, 2008 ---------- IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR LEVY COUNTY, FLORIDA. CASE NO: 38-2007CA001048 BENNIE JEFFUS and JULIE JEFFUS Plaintiffs, vs. Notice is given that pursuant to a Final Summary Judgment of Foreclosure Against All Defen- dants dated May 1, 2008, in 38- 2007 CA-804 of the Circuit Court of the Eighth Judicial Circuit, in and for Levy County, Florida, in which THOMAS W. KELLIN, CAROL ANNE KELLIN, DRUM- MOND COMMUNITY BANK, TEXAS SHIP & DRYDOCK, INC., a Florida Corporation, the BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE INTERNAL IMPROVE- MENT TRUST FUND OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, and CAPI- TAL CITY BANK are the defen- LEGAL NOTICES O Legal Notices permanent commitment of the child to the Department of Chil- dren and Family Services for subsequent adoption. You are hereby commanded to be and appear before the HONORABLE DAVID A. GLANT, JUDGE OF THE CIRCUIT COURT, at the Levy County Courthouse, Bron- son, Florida, on the 4t" day of June, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. for an Advisory Hearing. FAILURE TO PERSONALLY APPEAR AT THIS ADVISORY HEARING CONSTITUTES CONSENT TO THE TERMINA- TION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS OF THIS CHILD. IF YOU FAIL TO APPEAR ON THE DATE AND TIME SPECIFIED, YOU MAY LOSE ALL LEGAL RIGHTS AS A PARENT TO THE NAMED CHILD. YOU ARE ENTITLED TO HAVE AN ATTORNEY REPRE- SENT YOU IN THIS MATTER. IF YOU WANT AN ATTORNEY BUT ARE UNABLE TO AFFORD ONE, THE COURT WILL AP- POINTAN ATTORNEY TO REP- RESENT YOU. This notice shall be published once a week for four (4) consec- utive weeks in the Levy County Journal at Bronson, Florida. FIRST PUBLICATION: May 1, 2008. Witness my hand as the clerk of said Court and the Seal therefore, this 22 day of April, 2008. DANNY SHIPP Clerk of the Circuit Court (Court Seal) By:Judy Marino Deputy Clerk LARRY CANGRO, ESQUIRE Florida Bar Number 703443 Senior Attorney Children's Legal Services Post Office Box 356 Trenton, FL 32693 (352)463-4026 Pub.: May 1, 8, 15, 22, 2008 ---------- . IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEVY COUNTY, FLORIDA. CASE NO. 38-2008-CA-000105 FRIER FINANCE, INC., Plaintiff, vs. GLENNIS M. BEECH, a single woman; unknown tenants; and other unknown parties in pos- session, including the unknown spouse of any person in pos- session of the property, and if a named. Defendant .is' deceased the surviving spouse, heirs, de- visees, grantees, creditors, and all other parties claiming by, through, under or against that Defendant, and all claimants, persons or parties, natural or corporate, or whose exact le- gal status is unknown, claiming under any of the named or de- scribed Defendants, Defendants. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to an Amended Default Final Judgment of Fore- closure dated May 1, 2008 in the above referenced case in which FRIER FINANCE, INC. is the Plaintiff, and GLENNIS M. BEECH; unknown tenants; and other unknown parties in pos- session, including the unknown spouse of any person in pos- session of the property, and if a named Defendant is deceased, the surviving spouse, heirs, de- visees, grantees, creditors, and all other parties claiming by, through, under or against that Defendant, and all claimants, persons or parties, natural or corporate, or whose exact le- gal status is unknown, claiming under any of the named or de- scribed Defendants, are Defen- dants, I, DANNY J.SHIPP, Clerk of the Court, will sell to the high- est and best bidder for cash in the BOCC meeting room in the Levy County Courthouse at 355 S. Court Street, Bronson, Florida at 11:00 o'clock a.m., on the 2nd day of June, 2008, the following described property set forth in the Amended Default Final Judg- ment of Foreclosure: Lot 16, QUAIL MEADOWS, according to the map or plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 5, Page 62, Public Re- cords of Levy County, Florida, together with a 1981 40 X 24 I- I.. Legal Notices A CLAIM WITHIN 60 DAYS AF- TER THE SALE. NOTE: If you are a person with a disability who needs any ac- commodation in order to partici- pate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the Court Admin- istrator, 201 East University Ave- nue, Gainesville, Florida 32601, Telephone: (352) 374-3648, within two (2) working days of your receipt of this Notice or pleading. If you are hearing or voice impaired, please call: 1- 800-955-8771. WITNESS my hand and the of- ficial seal of said Court, this 1st day of May, 2008 at Bronson, Levy County, Florida. HONORABLE DANNY J. SHIPP Clerk of the Circuit Court Levy County, Florida (Court Seal) By: Gwen McElroy As Deputy Clerk THE DECKER LAW FIRM 320 White Avenue Post Office Box 1288 Live Oak, Florida 32064 Telephone: (386) 364-4440 Telecopier: (386) 364-4508 Email: rmdeckerjr@windstream. net Attorney for Plaintiff Pub.: May 8, 15, 2008 ---------- IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, IN AND FOR LEVY COUNTY CIVIL DIVISION CASE NO. 2008 CA-000071 FIFTH THIRD MORTGAGE COMPANY, Plaintiff, vs. RUTH E. BRYAN; THE UN- KNOWN SPOUSE OF RUTH E. BRYAN; IF LIVING, INCLUD- ING ANY UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF SAID DEFENDANTSS, IF REMARRIED, AND IF DE- CEASED, THE RESPECTIVE UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVI- SEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGN- EES, CREDITORS, LIENORS, AND TRUSTEES, AND ALL OTHER PERSONS CLAIM- ING BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR. AGAINST THE .JAMED DEFErlilO.1f); UNrNOVN TENANT#1; UNKNOWN TEN- ANT #2; Defendant(s) NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given that, pur- suant to a Final Summary Judg- ment of Foreclosure entered in the above-styled -cause, in the Circuit Court of Levy County, .Florida, I will sell the property situate in Levy County, Florida, described as: THE WEST% OF THE SOUTH7 WEST %4 OF THE SOUTH- EAST Y4 OF THE SOUTHEAST' Y4 OF THE SOUTHEAST % OF, SECTION 19, TOWNSHIP 11 SOUTH, RANGE 17 EAST, LEVY COUNTY, FLORIDA. A/K/A TBD NE 120th Street Bronson, Florida 32621 at public sale, to the highest and best bidder, for cash, at the lobby of the Levy County Courthouse, Court Street, Bronson, FL at 11:00 a.m., on June 2, 2008. DATED THIS 1sT DAY OF MAY, 2008. Any person claiming an inter- est in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens, must file a claim within 60 days after the sale. Witness my hand and seal of this court on the 1st day of May, 2008. CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT By: Gwen McElroy Is/ Deputy Clerk Law Offices of Daniel C. Con- suegra 9204 King Palm Drive Tampa, FL 33619-1328 Attorneys for Plaintiff In accordance with the Ameri- cans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing a special accommodation to participate in this proceeding should contact the ASA Coordinator no later SLegal Notices E. RAY DRINWATER and LINDA R. DRINWATER, et al., Defendants. NOTICE OF SALE Notice is given that pursuant to a Summary Final Judgment dated May 1, 2008, in Case No. 38-2007CA001048, of the Cir- cuit Court of the Eighth* Judicial Circuit in and for Levy County; Florida, in which BENNIE JEF- FUS and JULIE JEFFUS are the plaintiffs and E. RAY DRIN- WATER and LINDA R. DRIN- WATER are the defendants; I will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash in the lobby of the Levy County Courthouse in Bronson, Levy County, Fldrida at 11:00 a.m. on June 2, 2008, the following described property set forth in said Final Judgment: Lot 32, TRIPLE CROWN FARMS UNIT III, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 8, Page 18, of Pub- lic Records of Levy County, Florida. TOGETHER with a 2001 KING doublewide mobile home with ID# N89886A&B and title # 82138576 and 82138744. Tax parcel # 29-14-18-19588- 000-00 Datetl this 1st day of May, 2008. CLERK OF THE COURT By: Gwen McElroy /s/ As Deputy Clerk Pub.: May 8,15, 2008 ---------- IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 8th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEVY COUNTY, FLORIDA. CASE NO: 38-2007CA001022 RBC CENTURY BANK, Plaintiff, vs. JOADNER ISMA, et. al., Defendants NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to an Order or Final Judgment entered in Case No. 38-2007-CA-001022 of the Cir- cuit Court of the 8th Judicial Cir- cuit in and for Levy County, Flor- ida, wherein RBC CENTURA BANK, Plaintiff, and JOADNER ISMA, et. al., are defendants, I will sell to the highest bidder for cash at:the"hi6f"of 11:00 a m. on the 2nd day of June, 2008. the following described property: LOT 1, BLOCK 11, RAINBOW LAKES ESTATES - SECTION N, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 3, PAGE 27, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF LEVY COUNTY, FLORIDA. Dated this 1st day of May, 2008 Clerk Of Circuit Court By: Gwen McElroy /s/ Deputy Clerk Greenspoon Marder, P.A. Trade Centre South, Suite 700 100 W. Cypress Creek Road Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309-2140 Attorneys for Plaintiff In accordance with the Ameri- cans with Disabilities Act, per- sons needing a reasonable ac- commodation to participate in this proceeding should, no later than seven (7) days prior, contact the Clerk of the Court's disability coordinator. If hearing impaired, contact (TDD) 1-800-955-8771 via Florida Relay System. Pub.: May 8, 15, 2008 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEVY COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO: 38-2007-CA-804 HENRY J. BROWN, Plaintiff, vs. THOMAS W. KELLIN, CAROL ANNE KELLIN, DRUMMOND COMMUNITY BANK, TEXAS SHIP & DRYDOCK, INC., a Flor- ida Corporation, and BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE INTERNAL IMPROVEMENT TRUST FUND OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, and CAPITAL CITY BANK, Defendants. NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 45 May 8, 2008 1l G Legal Notices dants, I will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at pub- lic sale in the lobby of the Levy County Courthouse, 355 South Court Street, Bronson, Florida, at 11:00 a.m. on May 28, 2008, the following described property located in Levy County, Florida, set forth in the Final Summary Judgment of ForeclosureAgainst All Defendants. Part of Section 29, Township 15 South, Range 13 East, Levy County, Florida, being also a part of the lands described in Official Record Book 588, Page 328, public' records of Levy County, Florida, being more particularly described as fol- lows: Commence at the point of in- tersection of the centerline of School Road "Leg A" with the centerline of State Road No. 24 at the State Road Department Station No. 23+73.80; thence Northeasterly along the said centerline of State Road No. 24 along the arc of a curve having a radius of 1145.92 feet and a central angle of 07�01'10", an arc distance of 140.39 feet; thence South 24�35'16" East, a distance of 53.19 feet to the Easterly right of way line of said State Road No. 24 and the Point of Beginning (POB); thence continue South 24�35'16" East, a distance of 152.69 feet; thence South 05'07'08" East, a distance of 50.85 feet; thence North 86�09'48" West, a distance of 93.82 feet to the said Easterly right of way line of State Road No. 24; thence Northerly along said right of way line and the arc of a curve concave to the East, having a radius of 1112.92 feet and a central angle of 09�32'03", an arc distance of 184.98 feet to the POB. Any person claiming an inter- est in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.'The name of the clerk making the sale is Danny Shipp. Dated May 1, 2008 Danny Shipp Clerk of Circuit Court '" '" By- Gwen McElr6y /s/ Deputy Clerk Pub.: May 8, 15, 2008 --------- IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 8TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEVY COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL DIVISION CASE NO.: 38-2007-CA-000763 HOUSEHOLD FINANCE CORPORTAION III, Plaintiff, vs. DARRELL G. DAVIS a/k/a DARRELL GLEN DAVIS, et al, Defendants. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated the 1st day of May, 2008, and entered in Case No. 38-2007-CA-000763, of the Circuit Court of the 8th Judicial Circuit in and for Levy County, Florida, wherein HOUSEHOLD FINANCE CORPORATION III is the Plaintiff and DARRELL G. DAVIS a/k/a DARRELL GLEN DAVIS; DIANNA F. DAVIS a/ k/a DIANNA FAY DAVIS; UN- KNOWN SPOUSE OF DARRELL G. DAVIS al/k/a DARRELL GLEN DAVIS; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF DIANNA F. DAVIS a/k/a DI- ANNA FAY DAVIS; JOHN DOE; JANE DOE AS UNKNOWN TENANTS) IN POSSESSION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY are defendants. I will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at the Lobby of the Courthouse on Monday at the Levy County Courthouse, in Bronson, Florida, at 11:00 a.m. on the 2nd day of June, 2008, the following de- scribed property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: LOT 2, WOODY'S SUBDIVI- SION, AS PER PLAT THERE- OF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 5, PAGE 37, OF THE Buying Tax Deeds? JVeed to caeaw the tittee? Experienced, 3ependa6e Sewice and Reasonable Rates! eaee ATTORNEY AT LAW (352) 486-3753 18 May 8, 2008 LEGAL NOTICES Levy County Journal *0 Legal Notices PUBLIC RECORDS OF LEVY COUNTY, FLORIDA. ANY PERSON CLAIMINGAN INTEREST IN THE SURPLUS FROM THE SALE, IF ANY, OTHER THAN THE PROP- ERTY OWNER AS OF THE DATE OF THE LIS PENDENS MUST FILE A CLAIM WITHIN 60 DAYS AFTER THE SALE. If you are a person with dis- abilities who needs any accom- modation to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled at no cost to you the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the ADA Coordinator at Court Street, Bronson, FL 32621 or telephone (352) 486- 5276 prior to such proceeding. If you are hearing impaired call 1-800-955-8771. Dated this 1st day of May, 2008 Danny J. Shipp Clerk of the Circuit Court By: Gwen McElroy /s/ Deputy Clerk Law Office of Marshall C. Watson 1800 NW 49 Street, Suite 120 Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33309 Telephone: (954) 453-0365 Facsimile: (954) 771-6052 Toll Free: 1-800-441-2438 Pub.: May 8, 15, 2008 STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AFFAIRS NOTICE OF INTENT TO FIND THE LEVY COUNTY AMENDMENTS ADOPTED BY ORDINANCE NO. 2008- 05 NOT IN COMPLIANCE, AND THE REMAINING AMENDMENTS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE NO(S) 2008-03, 2008-04 AND 2008-07 IN COMPLIANCE DOCKET NO. 08-1-NOI-3801- Oa Legal Notices (A)-(I)-(N) The Department gives no- tice of its intent to find the Amendments) to the Com- prehensive Plan amendments for the Levy County adopted by Ordinance No. 2008-05 on March 18, 2008 Not In Com- pliance, and the remaining amendments adopted pursu- ant to Ordinance No(s). 2008- 03, 2008-04 and 2008-07 on March 18,2008 In Compliance, pursuant to Sections 163.3184, 163.3187 and 163.3189, F.S. The adopted Levy County comprehensive Plan Amend- ments, the Department's Ob- jections, Recommendations, and Comments Report (if any), and the Department's State- ment of Intent to find the Com- prehensive Plan Amendments Not In Compliance will be available for public inspection Monday through Friday, ex- cept for legal holidays, during normal business hours, at the Levy County Planning Depart- ment, 380 South Court Street, Bronson, Florida 32621 Any affected person, as de- fined in Section 163.3184, F.S., has a right to petition for an administrative hearing to chal- lenge the proposed agency determination that the above referenced amendments to the Levy County Compre- hensive Plan are In Compli- ance, as defined in Subsection 163.3184(1), F.S. The petition must be filed within twenty-one (21) days after publication of this notice; a copy must be mailed or delivered to the lo- cal government and must in- clude all of the information and contents described in Uniform Rule 28-106.201, F.A.C. The petition must be filed with the Agency Clerk, Department of Community Affairs, 2555 Shu- 0& Legal Notices mard Oak Boulevard, Talla- hassee, Florida 32399-2100. Failure to timely file a petition shall constitute a waiver of any right to request an administra- tive proceeding as a petitioner under Sections 120.569 and 120.57, F.S. If a petition is filed, the purpose of the administra- tive hearing will be to present evidence and testimony and forward a recommended order to the Department. If no peti- tion is filed, this Notice of Intent shall become final agency ac- tion. This Notice of Intent and the Statement of Intent for those amendments) found Not In Compliance will be forward- ed by petition to the Division of Administrative Hearings (DOAH) of the Department of Management Services for the scheduling of an Administra- tive Hearing pursuant to Sec- tions 120.569 and 120.57, F.S. The purpose of the administra- tive hearing will be to present evidence and testimony on the noncompliance issues alleged by the Department in its Objec- tions, Recommendations, and Comments Report and State- ment of Intent in order to se- cure a recommended order for forwarding to the Administra- tion Commission. Affected persons may peti- tion to intervene in either pro- ceeding referenced above. A petition for intervention must be filed at least twenty (20) days before the final hearing and must include all of the informa- tion and contents described in Uniform Rule 28-106.205, F.A.C. Pursuant to Section 163.3184(10), F.S., no new issues may be alleged as a reason to find a plan amend- ment not in compliance in a petition to intervene filed more than twenty one (21) days after .egal Notices publication of this notice unless the petitioner establishes good cause for not alleging such new issues within the twenty one (21) day time period. The petition for intervention shall be filed at DOAH, 1230 Apalachee Parkway, Tallahassee, Flori- da 32399-3060, and a copy mailed or delivered to the local government and the Depart- ment. Failure to petition to in- tervene within the allowed time frame constitutes a waiver of any right such a person has to request a hearing pursuant to Sections 120.569 and 120.57, F.S., or to participate in the ad- ministrative hearing. After an administrative hear- ing petition is timely filed, me- diation is available pursuant to Subsection 163.3189(3)(a), F.S., to any affected person who is made a party to the pro- ceeding by filing that request with the administrative . law judge assigned by the Division of Administrative Hearings. The choice of mediation shall not affect a party's right to an administrative hearing. Mike McDaniel, Chief. Office of Comprehensive Planning Department of Community Affairs 2555 Shumard Oak Boulevard Tallahassee, Florida 32399- 2100 Pub.: May 8, 2008 CITY OF CHIEFLAND INVITATION TO BID ITB 08-01 Sealed bids will be received by the City Manager 214 East, Park Avenue Chiefland, FL 32626 for the following: GROUP HEALTH INSURANCE TOTAL INSURANCE ci e Center MV 15140 (352) 493-2551 We are here to serve all your home flooring needs. Free Padding With Carpet Installation On In Stock Carpet & In Home Service, We Come To You! 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No. 7,007,507 Chiefland Tire - & Serv 210 Rodgers Blvd. * Chiefland, FL Legal Notices PACKAGE COVERAGE FOR CITY PROPERTIES, LIABILITY/CASUALTY, AUTOMOBILE, WORKERS COMPENSATION Submittal Due Date/Time: May 30, 2008 4:30 P.M. Submittals Shall Be Ad- dressed To: Grady Hartzog, City Manager 214 East Park Avenue Chiefland, FL 32626 Bid Opening: June 2, 2008 9:00 AM Chiefland City Hall Bid packets may be obtained in person at City Hall 214 East Park Avenue Chiefland, FL 32626, by telephone to Grady Hartzog or Mary Ell- zcy (352)493-6711 or by email maryC-2chieflandfla.com. Pub.: May 8, 2008 REQUEST FOR BIDS FOR THE CITY OF CHIEFLAND RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL SOLID WASTE, VEGETATIVE YARD WASTE & BULK WASTE COLLECTION, DISPOSAL Bid No. LC 08-07 Sealed Request for Bids will be accepted by the City of Chiefland, Florida, at office of the Financial Project Coordina- tor, City Hall, 214 East ParkAv- enue, Chiefland, Florida 32626 until: 3:00 p.m. June 6, 2008 For the collection and dis- posal of residential and com- mercial solid waste, vegetative yard waste, and bulk waste for the City of Chiefland, FL. At this time, all Bids. will be pub- licly opened and read aloud in the conference room of City Legal Notices Hall, 214 East Park Avenue, Chiefland, FL no later than 3:30 p.m. There will be a $15.00 charge for the bid documents and at- tachments, which can be ob- tained from Ms. Laurie Cope- land, Financial Project Coordi- nator, Chiefland City Hall, 214 East Park Avenue, Chiefland, FL. Telephone Number: 352- 493-6711. A pre-bid conference will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday May 13, 2008, at City Hall. Respondents are required to subriit an original and five (5) copies of sealed propos- als, marked "SEALED PRO- POSAL BID LC 08-07", must be received by 3:00 p.m. June 6, 2008, at the Chiefland City Hall, located at 214 East Park Avenue; Chiefland, Florida 32626, Attn: Laurie Copeland, Financial Project Coordina- tor, in order to be considered. Additional information may be obtained from Ms. Copeland at (352) 493-6711 or e-mail: laurie@chieflandfla.com. An evaluation committee may be appointed and interviews may be conducted. Contracts re- sulting from the process will be subject to review and will be fashioned so as to protect the City's interest. The City reserves the right to reject any and all propos- als, to waive any informalities or irregularities in the proposal process and to award the con- tract in the best interest of the City. The services contract is subject to the funding agency's rules and regulations. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EM- PLOYER; FAIR HOUSING, HANDICAP ACCESS JURIS- DICTION Pub.: May 8, 2008 m IW %W Levy County Journal Around Levy County REAL G A Whether you are looking for you first home or your next home, you will find what you are looking for in the Levy County Journal. HOME WITH ACRES 2.00 ACRES! 0.25 ACRE LOTI Get away from it all, but yet be dose enough to Easy living in Rainbow Lakes Estates on .25 acre . t .> everything on this beautiful 2 acre lot. Bring your lot close to Goethe State Forest and short a builder or mobile home. Property is located just distance to the Withlacoochee River. Paved road off SR27. Seller will consider all offers! $39,900 frontage; homes only. Owner financing available. MLS# 754595 Natalie, 352.219-8365. BRING ALL OFFERS! $27,500 MLS# 754916 Karen, 352-538-3141. Peaceful 39.75 MOLsofLpasture acreage high & dry, fenced LOOKI 0.25 ACRE LOTI Peaceful 39.75 MOL of pasture acreage high & dry, fencednewly BUILDER'S DREAM! This block of lots will be sold Many nice trees on this .25 acre lot. Within a crfenced. 1969 4BR2BA bcblock home wne along with 3 other lots totaling over 60 buildable short distance of local schools. Ready for remodeled kitchen, new cabinets & flooding, new addition .25 acre lots. This is.the perfect location for a new your site built home or mobile home. Bring of formal living & dining room. Includes a pole bam & old subdivision and it is just 20 minutes from all offers Lots MLS# 756342 & MLS# mobile home with 892 ft of Hwy 27 frontage. Great Gainesville just off SR24. $193,920 l ML s r4 PotentialBringthecows&horses! MLS# 755496 Natalie, 352-219-8365. 756343 both for the price of $15,000 or $585.000 MLS# 757702 Karen. 352-538-3141. each lot for $8,000. Karen, 352-538-3141. VACANT LOTS FOR SALE ACRES PRICE MLS 1.01 $27,500 756610 1.00 $41,900 756699 1.25 $25,000 756943 0.25 $14,000 757027 0.23 $18,500 757056 1.00 $28,000 757251 21.65 $279,000 757318 0.25 $17,000 758227 1.00 $38,600 758232 UNIVERSITY OAKSI University Oaks Subdivision 1997 3BR/2BA MH in Low Tax Levy. House features include: prewired for alarm, built-in radioln living room. Home is located on beautiful acreage (MOL 3.95), with barrier created by trees on 3 sides of property. Yard is cross fenced for horses and is minutes to Goethe State Park with trails. $140,000 MLS# 758958 Noemi, 352-316-5644. This commercial property offers the possibility of being used for 3 or more separate businesses. It also features a 1BR/1BA apartment for additional rental income. Don't miss out on one of the most prestigious locations that the Historical District has to offer! $384,00 MLS# 757753 Natalie, 352-219-8365. I~MuOOLANDSUEVIRo " 37 South Main S1 (352) 528-627 web:www.Mc Beautiful C Subdiv downtom including; screen M MOB BRIBA 3BR/2BA 2BR/1BA 5BR/3BA 2BR/2BA 2BR/2BA 4BR/3BA 3BR/2BA 3BR/2BA 2BR/2BA LS 352-48-0334 5 866-489-0334 INVESTOR ALERTII Concrete Biock 1975 home in Meadow Ridge ision. 4BeR1.5BA near excellent schools & iwn Newberry. Home has beautiful features, fenced in backyard with blooming fruit trees, ned in back porch and much more. Home qualifies for S.H.I.P. $145,000 MLS# 758912 Noemi, 352-316-5644. ILE HOMES FOR SALE PRICE $95,000 $34,000 $155,900 $45,000 $54,900 $164,900 $185,500 $60,000 $105,000 MLS 757120 757168 757900 757927 758806 757180 757077 755884 758309 treet-SuiteA-Williston, FL 7 Fax (352) 528-6271 :MjllenSurveying.com T* ofEllSubscriben W1To day m~4 A Y Smith & Associates, Service You Deserve. People You Trust' Inc. GMAC Cef- 352-577-4125 PRF M I F R S F RVIC F" m Sandra Copen / Paltor Licensed Real Estate Broker GOSS WILLIAMS www.gosswilliams.com REAL ESTATE, INC. ACREAGE 80 ACRES - Northeast of Chiefland on LCR 320. One quarter mile of paved road frontage and 1/2 mile deep. Large scattered oaks and 2 wells. Beautiful property and great location. $8,500.00 per acre. 20 ACRES - Southwest of Chiefland on SR 345. Planted in pines and only 5 miles from the Chiefland city limits. $8,500.00 per acre. WINDING RIVER RESERVE - 2 parcels to choose from. 100 acres for $850,000.00 or 20 acres for $225,000.00. This is a gated community with deed restrictions located just off of LCR 339 between Bronson & Trenton. 5.3 ACRES- Gilchrist county just off of 232 & 341 on 55th Street. Wooded parcel with large pecan tress and two sheds. A good deal at $60,000.00, owner terms with $5,000.00 down. 5 ACRES MOL-Bronson area off 102. Well, septic and power. Has older.mobile home of no value. Ready for your replacement home. $60,000.00 20 ACRES - Otter Creek Subdivision. Paved road and planted pines. Deed Restricted. $280,000.00 L'"OTS OLD TOWN- 5 Small lots just down from Old Town Elementary School. These 5 lots make up 2 building sites. Reduced to $15,000.00 for all. SEE OUR OTHER LISTINGS AT www.gosswilliams.com 102 South Main Street, Chiefland, Florida Office 352-493-2838 Evenings 352-493-1380 NEW LISTING! CHARMING HOME in Buck Bay S/D. "Almost new" home features split plan 3BR/2BA. Family rm w/fireplace & vaulted ceilings. Spacious kitchen &E dining, master bath w/walk-in shower &jetted tub, 2 vanities. Enjoy the beautiful lot from the front porch. MLS: 758845 $249,900. LISA BAXTER, Realtor 949-1649 E3 r P GORGEOUS SETTING in Chiefland. 3BR/2BA home. Spacious interior w/nice floor plan & wood burning fireplace. City water & sewer, has a well. Excellent investment property, with parcel being made up of 6 city lots, zoned for single or multi residential. Call for more details. MLS:758641 $127,500. LISA BAXTER, Realtor 949-16491 F r F' i F F : '. F s: J- C0 PRICED TO SELLIII 14'x60' single wide on 100'x100' lot in Whitted MH Estates. bedroom, 2bath with central H&A. Quiet Area, convenient to Chiefland and Cedar Key. $32,000 (LMH-758633-D) 352-493-2221 qg 3/2 HOUSE ON 1U AGUKS outside of Bronson. The house needs a little TLC, but with ten acres there are many possibilities. Conveniently located so that it is only a short drive to Gainesville or Ocala. $139,900 (LR-757797-JW) 352-463-6144 SPACIOUS'05 4BR/3BA DWMH. Large open kitchen & dining area for get-togethers & family living. Fireplace in roomy family rm for those cozy cold days & nights. Situated on 1.25 partially fenced acres in Williston Highlands, Unit 5. Super clean & ready for YOU! MLS: 757870 $99,500 RUSS HALLETT, Realtor 665-9901 I C F' srtified 3 BEAUTIFUL ACRES with all the improvements on a paved street. This property has a 12'x38', 1BR/1BA with a covered deck and roof over that you can live in while you build your house or set up your mobile home. The other features are a 24'x24' garage/workshop, storage shed, 2 wells, carport, fish cleaning area and more. $78,000 (DMH-757994-JW) 352-463-6144 WANT PRIVACY??? You will find it in this 2 story home on 7.6 acres that is only a stones throw from the Suwannee River. This home features wood cabinets, red oak & ceramic tile flooring, down stairs has been framed in for 2 more bedrooms and a bath. This is a must see!. $230,000 (DR-757350-JWl 352-463-6144 RECENTLY REDUCED! 3BR/1BA CB home previously used as educational building for church. Structurally sound, needs TLC. Fenced yard, paved road just off Hwy 345 in Chiefland. Ceiling fans in each room, refrigerator & stove included. CALL SOON on this one! MLS: 755569 $82,000 SYLVIA RUTLEDGE, Realtor 490-1214 GOLF COURSE HOME ON 14TH GREEN Loads of extras! Great course views. Exceptional master Bath. Back porch, bay windows, enclosed FL rm. 3 sets of sliding doors open to porch for lots of natural light. Gazebo. Beautifully cared for inside & out. Put on your list to see! MLS: 757236 $219,000 COOKIE KING, Realtor 339-0901 ON THE OUTSKIRTS OF SUWANNEE You will find this nice 1 BR/1 BA SWMH. This home has 12'x24' screened porch, over 800 SF room under home that could easily be converted to living space, carport w/workshop and more. $98,000 (DMH-756230-JW) 352-463-6144 A WONDERFUL OPPORTUNITY This property could be used as a home and/or a day-care business. Two large buildings on over an acre within the city limits of Chiefland. Large fenced area for a playground. Take a look today! $715,000 (LR-758652-D) 352-493-2221 .. N- v -J Acege oneFans W trrot Cr.rca Cl oraFEEmr,.aalss Caluw ilfn htyuaelokn o!W a elyu rpry Everything Must Go! Buy Now at Invoice Prices! Come See "BIG BUBBA" This Beautiful 4Br/2Ba Suite Retreat, Bath & Kitchen can be yours as low as $69,900 F.O.B. Modular Home Tape & Texture, Wood Cabinets, Tile Floor, Partially Furnished - Can be yours for $65,000 28 X 48 3Br/2Ba Glamour ' Bath, Plywood Floors. Can bel yours as low as $44,900 J Homes of Merit 32X68 3/2 with Fireplace, Mud Room, Starting as low as $59,900 Go Usdli. HomesI ~ sta~rting t $,99. 00 3Br/2Bj - Good c condition1. M&S Homes --352-529-0345 20691 Hwy 27 - Williston FL ESTATE Pardue Land Surveying * Benchmark * Subdivisions * Mortgage Survey * Boundary * Topo Phone (352) 493-0640 1411 N.E. 23rd Ave. Fax (352) 493-7480 Chiefland, FL 32626 -i L. May 8, 200819 -9-7N , atio, AROUND LEVY COUNTY 20 May 8, 2008 Levy County Journal She could always make people smile Friends, family pause to remember Brandy Chewning Story and photo by Terry Witt Staff Writer Brandy Chewning knew how to make people smile, and for a cancer victim, that was a special quality. The 29-year-old Chiefland woman spent most of her life making people smile and laugh, even when she was in great pain, her mother, Brenda Dees remembered. Dees accepted a plaque from the organizers of the Chiefland Relay for Life Friday. The relay was held in Brandy's memory. Brandy passed away on Oct. 7, 2007. From the age of 7 when she contracted bone marrow cancer, Brandy bravely battled the disease. The cancer led to the amputation of one leg. When small children would ask what happened to her leg, she told them a special story and waited for their reaction. "She would tell them she was swimming in the Suwannee River and a giant gator bit it off, said her sister Nicole Bryant. "Their eyes would grow real big." Brandy tried to live a normal life. Her mother said she wanted to get married and have children. She loved shopping at the Wal-Mart Sfipercenter. Her final trip to Wal-Mart occurred a week before she passed away. Her life became a symbol of hope. Doctors were able to extend Brandy's life and give her precious time with family and friends, and for that she was grateful. Her life as a cancer patient was all about fighting the disease. She knew toward the end that she was dying, but never lost her trademark sense of humor or Brandy Chewning's sisters, Nicole Bryant and Kassie King (holding photo of Brandy with Gator quarterback Tim Tebow) along with mother Brenda Dees remember Brandy's fighting spirit and sense of humor. her undying love for her mom, sisters and close friends. Close friend Brandi Strickland, who said she had the privilege of living with Brandy for the last six months of her life, said she doesn't laugh easily, but Brandy could make her smile. - She said Brandy's favorite song was "Bring on the Rain." "She was a country girl. She loved rodeos, mud bogging...and she loved the cowboys," Strickland said. Brandy's family remembers Brandy with great fondness. Like everyone at the relay, they are hopeful a cure is near. "We're praying for the day when someone comes home and says I have cancer, it's not a reason to cry," said Kassie King, a sister of Brandy's. Brandy had met University of Florida quarterback Tim Tebow. He had come to see her and brought a book of inspiration. Tebow called Brandy 30 minutes before she died and talked to her, giving her words of comfort. Dees believes her daughter could hear Tebow, but couldn't respond with her own words. "She was prepared. She accepted the Lord. She knew she was going to heaven," Dees said. Relay, from Page 1 Society, including Hope Lodge in Gainesville, a facility that provides free lodging for families. "It's really a worthwhile thing and we're trying to spread word about the services," said Anni Egan, who co-chaired the event with Cindy Chadwick. Egan said she has lost her father-in-law, two aunts and her grandmother to cancer, but she said the death of a 17-year-old friend, Caitlin Huggins, of Bell High School, inspired her to get involved in the fight to find a cure. "I watched her battle to the end. It was horrible," she said. The survivor's walk kicked off the relay. Afterward, survivors and their supporters walked around the CHS track all night. Teams of volunteers were established around the perimeter of the track to provide walkers with refreshments and to take their place when they grew weary. Among the walkers was cancer survivor Nyla Lockwood of Chiefland, who was accompanied by a group of her grandchildren. Lockwood said something needs to be done to give everyone the full range of cancer treatments currently available only to those with top grade private insurance or government insurance. "If you have only Medicare or Medicaid, sometimes they won't treat you," she said. She added, "It needs to be addressed. When someone is diagnosed with cancer they should be able to get the best treatment,' whether you make $1 million a year or $12,000 a year. But it's not happening." When cancer hits, Lockwood said, it takes a toll on the victim's family financially and emotionally. She said people sometimes have to leave their jobs to take care of a loved one who is being treated for cancer, but there are no programs to replace the income lost by the caretakers. She added that if a person gets cancer and loses their insurance, they often can't get health insurance anywhere else. "You have that black hole," she said. lirls from D&D Studio in Chiefland tap dance for participants in the Relay for Life. PAID ADVERTISEMENT. Hidden energy leaks could be costing you a bundle IE SAVE THE WATTS GUY TIPS AND HINTS FOR SAVING ENERGY Dear STW Guy: We live in an older home, so we make every effort to be as efficient as possible. 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