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Ta I nty Since 1961 \.,cC 50 Midweek Edition larch 22, 2006 ": Tree capital of the South 2 Sections Our 45th Year, No. 12 On proposed pipeline Officials clarify permit ruling K-9 team to make special appearance at Saturday benefit Taylor County Sheriff's Office Deputy Harper Gibson and his K-9 partner Jeremiah will "meet and greet" visitors Saturday, March 25, from 12 to 2 p.m., at Wal-Mart. The session will be held in. conjunction with a fund-raiser benefitting transplant patient Callie Blanton, who is two. Buckeye will hold emergency response drill today There will be an emergency response drill at the Buckeye plant today (Wednesday). -- The drill will involve Buckeye's lire brigade and emergency response teams as well as personnel from several Taylor County agencies. The exercise is designed to identify potential improvements in the community's existing emergency response systems. A portion of the exercise involves the transport of mock victims to Doctors' Memorial Hospital. A Buckeye spokesman said the plant drill will occur on company property and will not impact traffic near the facility. The exercise is scheduled to start at 1 p.m. and last for approximately two hours. TCDA to host' Open House at new offices The public is invited to attend an Open "House reception Monday, March 27, at the new' offices of the Taylor County Development Authority (TCDA), from 4 to 6 p.m. The offices are located at 115 West Green Street, in the Capilal City Bank building. Refreshments will be served. Cleanup at Carlton Cemetery will be held Saturday SSeven previously unmarked graves will receive markers during an upcoming "cleai up', day at Carlton Cemetery planned Saturday, March 25, beginning at 9 am. Anyone aware of other unmarked graves is asked to call 584-4329. *Cemetery members are encouraged to-maintain family sites during the scheduled "clean up" day. If you are physically unable to work, please- call Diane Carlton at 578-2441 and' arrangements will be made. Index Living...page A-4 S ports...page A-6 ,Religion...page A-7, coCommunity...page B'-1 Editorifal...p~ge .3-22 Clas5ifieods...page 1-4 I III I I I I I I III I I I I I State and federal environmental officials said Tuesday that a Sierra Club attorney and spokespersons from environmental groups we're "mis-informed" over a "minute order"- issued by a federal judge last week concerning Buckeye's discharge permit. In a press release issued last week Sierra Club Attorney David Bookbinder said U.S. District Judge Emmet G. Sullivan's March 14 order removed permitting authority from the Florida Department of Environmental. Protection (DEP) and re- established it with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Dorsett, Jerkins dominate city talks The fate of Dorsett Stadium and Jerkins Pool dominated talks during a special morning meeting Sof the Perry City Council Friday, March 17. Called to give council members. an opportunity to consider the city's "'big' picture" outlook, the workshop quickly narrowed in Tioc for a. consensus regarding long-standing issues regarding the stadium and both city pools. City Manager Bob Brown presented a report which detailed the $45,000 spent annually by the council at the Dorsett Stadium complex, which includes Pace Field. "Only 25 percent of the usage at Pace Field is city ,recreation," Brown said. "In the last couple of years, the city has spent about $46,0010 in capital improvements at Dorsett Stadium. "The school board pays the city. $5.0(000 a Near toward the cost of operating the stadium. I've spoken with (Superintendent of Schools) Oscar ,Howard Jr. and he said the school board has basically agreed to, take over operation of the football stadium. He said they would be responsible for a survey of the- property and drafting language as regards use of the fields," Brown said. The city will be able to utilize the field during its flag football season and would retain the "* Please see page 3 Jill Johnson with DEP said the Sierra Club and environmentalists are "mis-informed." "The judge just wants more information before he makes his final ruling. EPA shares that opinion," she said. The Sierra Club filed a lawsuit last year against EPA alleging the federal agency failed to take back the permitting authority when DEP did not correct the permit within a 30-day timetable. Last week's hearing in U.S. District Court in Washington D.C.' was preliminary in nature and was not a final ruling, Johnson said. According to the five-sentence order, the judge denied EPA's motion to dismiss the complaint and claimed jurisdiction over the dispute. *".* Please see page 3 Spring fun Nothing says "spring" in Florida like a trip to the beach, which is just how this. group kicked off Spring Break Monday, March; 20. Joining the Lilliott trio of Taylor,. Hayden and Clara Jane on a private dock at Dekle Beach are Haley O'Steen, Brandon O'Steern, Graham Lynn and Jonathan Collins. The annual spring holiday continues for Taylor County students through Friday. Classes resume Monday, March 27. At high school Teen caught selling marijuana Reports of juvenile offenders have been filed with the Perry Police Department recently including a 16-year-old who was caught selling marijuana at Taylor County High School and a 15-year- old who was found to be growing marijuana plants in his bedroom closet. According to a report filed by TCHS Resource Off. Nellie Walker, the teen was seen by TCHS Principal Michael Thompson, "selling something" to a 15-year-old student. The students, Walker and TCHS Dean Ed Harvey met in Thompson's office, where he searched them. Seven bags of marijuana "packaged for sale" were found on the oldest teen. The younger of the two admitted to- having "bought" ;some marijuana from the other youth, but said "he had thrown it in the trash." Both boys were arrested and transported to the county jail, where they were charged with possession of less than 20 grams of cannabis and possession of cannabis. In another case, Taylor County Joint Drug, Force members PPD Det. Mike 'Anderson and TCSO Inv. Dewayne Bratcher, along with PPD Ptl. Lin Gray and Ptl. Dwight Norris', went to a Pine Ridge area home after receiving information 'that a suspect was "growing and using drugs: "Upon arrival, the parent and homeowner gave' consent to search their residence. Inside the 15-year- old suspect's bedroom, a bottle of hydrocodone pills (narcotic pain reliever) which belonged to someone else, a bag of marijuana, along with a cup with marijuana in it, were found, and several cans of Budweiser beer," said Anderdon. -: The suspect's mother gave officers two marijuana plants she said she had ,found in her son's closet six days prior. All the items were seized as evidence. The teen, who is .currently on probation for shoplifting,/ was arrested and charged with possession of hydrocodone, manufacturing cannabis and possession of alcohol by a minor. Reaves earns 'Youth of the Year' title Cianna Reaves (second from left) was recently named the Boys and Girls Club of Perry/Taylor County's Youth of the Year for 2006. Shown are (from I to r). her mother, Michelle, her broth- er, Caleb, who was named first runner-up, and her father Cletis. Reaves will travel to Jacksonville April 2-3 to compete at the state level. 'Shy girl' becomes - role modelfr , local boys & girls By MARK VIOLA Staff writer With spring break now in full swing for Taylor County students, many are away on vacations or finding time to visit the beach. For Taylor County High School senior Cianna Reaves, however, her spring break is closer to home.. The recently awarded 2006 Boys and Girl Club of Perry/ Taylor County Youth of the Year recipient is spending her week away from school the same place she spends many of her afternoons already--at the club volunteering. Reaves and her brother, Caleb, who took first-runner-up honors, celebrated in a small ceremony outside, the club's Veterans Park facility, surrounded by her family and the children she helps. Cianna Reaves joined the Boys and Girls Club as a young girl and continued as a member for more than three years. After she took, what she calls a "long break," she rejoined as a volunteer upon entering high school. "I went for the position and they 'hired' me," Reaves said. "I'll continue working here until I finish high school." After graduation, Reaves, the daughter of Cletis and Michelle'-. Reaves, plans to attend Florida A&M University and pursue a degree in business economics. Since becoming a volunteer, Reaves has helped at the club in a number of ways, including manning the front counter,.- answering phones, aiding visitors:- and helping the young members:- with "power education," games :- and fun times. She also assists with the Youth of the Month program, develops contests "to help to keep.' the kids interested," and helps' decorate the club's bulletin boards. It was while she was helping with one of these bulletin boards that she felt a tap on her shoulder. She turned to see Club Director Kevin Kidd, who requested her presence in his office. While she thought the meeting "** Please see page 2 News Forum She shouldn't have been, though, as she soon found that she--the one who had over the years helped come up with contests for the children--was now a winner herself. 4.'- Might have to do with the Youth of the Year program, Reaves said, she was still nervous. :..^ :'" B&G Club President Karen Hankerson, left, and Director Kevin Kidd congratulate Cianna Reaves on her selection as "Youth of the Year." ': Caleb Reaves is presented a certificate by Club President Karen Hankerson, left, and Director Kevin Kidd for his desig- nation as "Youth of the Year" runner-up. Bands rated 'E, The Taylor County Middle "Both bands earned a rating of School and Taylor County High 'excellent' at the festival and did a |School (TCHS) Symphonic Bands fantastic job. Students in both performed March 10 and 11, bands represented their schools .respectively, at the. Florida and community with pride, and are .Bandmasters Association District a tribute to the growing success of ,Music Performance Assessment the band program in the Taylor Festival in Tallahassee. County Schools," TCHS Band Tree Capital Cred C - 48th Annual M Perry Elks Lod Thursday, March 5:30 p.m. (Registration & Dinner) ELECTION OF BOARD OF D Come to the AnnualMeeting and see what we ha Board ofDirectors, Staff and Committee Members Your savings insured to $100,000 SUA 1402 South Jeffers NationalCreditUnio pAdministration Perry, FL 32348 (85 L- ^a U.S. Government Aaancv YOUTH OF THE YEAR Continued from page 1 (cellent' Director Brett Wilson said. TCMS director Lee Cook joined Wilson in congratulating all band students on their progress and accomplishments. The directors also extended thanks "to all the parents who came to support their young musicians." A-2 The Taco Times March 22, 2006 Award-winning brother and sister are 'testament' of their upbringing it wasn't just the children who benefitted from her time at the club, saying that she first arrived, she was very quiet. "I'm not very quiet. anymore," she said with a smile. She credits most of the change to Director Kidd. "The way he greets people-- it's very 'open and friendly. I got some of that. I hope someday I can pass that along." --gi By-- _- .-- -I,---.. B&C FEED ( Now Open Livestock Feeds Complete Line of Feed by Thompsons & H-M-C Hwy. 98 West (across from Pepsi Bottling Co.) (850) 223-2220 MilR ^illi-- ^ ,-E .. e ^-- -- - According to Kidd, there were 12 applicants for "Youth of the Year" in the county. Volunteers who have been with the club for more than a year are eligible to apply. Each applicant hadito write an essay which was their graded by the club's board of directors. This was followed by a "rigorous" board interview. Both the essay and interview were scored and each applicant ranked. "During her interview we saw that the Boys and Girls Club values lined up with the values she had been raised with," Kidd said. He didn't seem surprised that the first and second place recipients were brother and sister. "It's wonderful," he said. "It's a testament of that family's raising of their children." Kidd added that he was honored that the parents would entrust their children with his club. "It says a lot about the parents and the trustworthiness of our club." Reaves wasn't surprised her brother Caleb took second either. "If I'm good enough to be first then he's definitely good enough for second. I'm sure he could have taken the same place :; did." Cianna was awarded a $500 scholarship; Caleb a $250 scholarship. But for Cianna, the road is just beginning. She will next travel to World Golf Resort in Jacksonville April 2 and 3 to compete for the State Youth of the Year against 31 other local clubs' winners from across Florida. "I'm really looking forward to it. It will be a good opportunity and a learning experience," she said. While there she will have to give a three-minute speech in front of the assembled crowd. The state winner will receive a $1,000 scholarship a*! a chance to compete at the region al level, with the winner there goihg on to the national level. "I am really glad to be here and work with the kids," Reaves said ,:t" her time at the club. She will admit readily, however, Dr. Michae Optometric P CONT/ LENS . I . Abwovl 4" 1:tk.l" _ SFRITH ABSTF & TITLE C1 Owners & Mortgage " Insurance Policies Title Searches Real Estate 501 N. Byron Butler Pkwy. 850-584-2672 DI Walby physiciann ACT ES5 4x4 Repairs & Service (850) 838-2983 = 3275 Courtney Grade PCFax (240) 208-8527 email: hcnmech@gtcom.net Harold Norberg, owner Fl. 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Computer A/C 8r r',lll 5R4-2200 Brakes Engine .......... .. -'.-"...','-..............," S. 4., .4'. 5 ,,. .;1-,:*'.',,} ., :,:, - I I I H1u I I I ff- I I ' 0 A-3 The Taco Times March 22, 2006 Schedule not affected by action PERMIT Continued from page 1 He also ordered the parties to meet certain deadlines in the next few weeks. EPA must answer the Sierra Club's complaint by March 31. Cross motions for summary judgment are due April 10 and responses April 24. According to Buckeye's Michelle Curtis, the company was not a party to the dispute. "We understand that the judge may have denied EPA's request to dismiss a case that the Sierra Club brought against EPA to require them to take over responsibility for Buckeye's NPDES permit from the state of Florida. No decision was made by the judge on the merits of the case and no action was taken affecting the current schedule for a hearing on the permit in November," Curtis said. That hearing, before Administrative Law Judge Bramn D.E. Canter, is scheduled for Nov. 6-10 in Tallahassee. Linda Young, director of the Clean Water Network, believes the November hearing will not take place. "Although we were willing to fight this permit at the Division of Administrative Hearings, we knew that there was no chance we could get a fair hearing there and we would eventually have to get it into federal court where there is still justice to be had for an average citizen," she said. Last year, with EPA's objections removed, DEP issued a permit that would allow Buckeye to build a 15-mile pipeline to remove its treated effluent from the freshwater portion of the Fenholloway River and deposit it near the mouth where its salty and low oxygen discharge would be less of an issue. Young and several others petitioned to have DEP's permit delayed and z were successful in getting the upcoming administrative hearing. Jerkins Pool wi not open this year; school board may take over Dorsett DORSETT, JERKINS Continued from page 1 softball field- used by Little League. "We'll let the paved roads serve as the natural boundaries of the property," Brown said. "I think that it's good to spread the $40,000 countywide, instead of just the city paying that whole ,amount," Councilman Don Cook said. "Recreation as a whole has so many issues. Do we know yet if the county will still fund the $90,000 it has been .giving the city for recreation once the sports complex opens?" Mayor Emily Ketring asked. "I don't know," 'Brown said, adding "but, I do know that they Register today for Little K&Q Registration is underway now for the 2006 Florida Forest Festival Little King and Queen Pagaent. For niore information, contact the festival office at 584- TREE (8733). The deadline is April 5. Survivors invited to gather March 30 The American Cancer Society Relay for Life will hold its annual Survivorship reception Thursday, March 30, at First United Methodist Church. The annual gathering will begin at 7 p.m. (the county commissioners) haven't started talking about how they are going to operate the (new sports complex) facility." Rather than pursuing the topic without firmer facts, the council directed Brown to begin discussions with County Administrator Buddy Humphries regarding recreation. The group next looked at the status of Jerkins Pool, which has experienced on-going leakage problems. Brown began by highlighting comparison costs for both City Pool and Jerkins. "Right now, the cost per swim averages $15.15 for Jerkins and $5.05 for City Pool," he said. That total, he said, is based "on one person, one swim time." He continued, "We looked for other cities that have public pools and only three counties that have a population under 40,000 have public pools in them: Suwannee and Union counties each have one public pool; the City of Perry is the only one of this size with two public pools." :Eighteen counties with populations under 40,000 have no public pools. "Also, with the size of the leak atf Jerkins, we could be against code `due to the large amount of po.:'l Wastewater that leaks into ,the ground," Brown noted. "In 2005, the city applied for a $200,000 grant for repairs at Jerkins. That grant was denied. I checked with the planning council on submitting the grant again and was advised that pools are a low priority and that they almost never approve grants for pools in coastal counties. The city also didn't have enough (grant) points for funding and we could, in fact, lose points because we already have another existing pool," he said. "So the bottom line is no grant money," Councilman Cook said. "Can the pool be fixed?" Councilman Alphonso Dowdell asked. "The only way to fix it would be to dig under it or put a new bottom in the pool. Even then, we wouldn't know if that would take care of the leak," Brown said. . "Since we took down the diving boards, usage at both pools has just dropped," Ketring said. "So; we are not sure that the pool can even be fixed. If we had to replace the pool, we would have to ,borrow $400,000 $500,000 to construct a new one," Cook said. Councilman. Sylvester Harris said he would be opposed to closing the pool completely: "I think we need to try to see .hit we can do, Jler.e ith opiion:ri open," he said. "We need to announce that the Inside and Treasures & More Glassware, Outside Shops New Hours: Fri-Sat-Sun 10Q-4 Antiques We buy...call us! Collectibles Yard Sale collectibles Set-up 'ey 1 Tools $8 & up Hwy. 19 S. 838-1422 584-7124 Mon-Th Furniture Z3Fpper. cu.F,0:VFord .r SIpa .Bu ar s, Broccoli 2 bs. $3.50' Colards Mustards, a Gre, in s... Euerr s Breaded Okra 2 Lbs Turnips $1.50 Shelled, Blanched $3.50 & Frozen Fresh Cut Okra Swamp $2 $2.00 Lb. Cabbage $22. White/Yellow Sweet$7.00 Undressed Cream Corn 4 Lb. Bag O P/Bushel ,$9.00 $10,00 Dressed C(352) 498-2580,o 01 - April is Septic Tank Awareness Month If you haven't had your septic tank pumped out in the last 5 years... call us! B&B Sanitation Service Porta Toilets & Septic Pumping S#1 in the #2 Business 1-800-588-9192 850-584-9191 pool will not open this year..." Dowdell said. "...and that we are exploring all options," Councilman Doug Everett concluded. The council also agreed to seek input from the community "and see if anyone has an interest in taking over the pool and operating it." "I would like to see us put a definite timeline on this and get a report back," Cook said, suggesting that a Dec. 1 deadline be clocked foe the issue. "At that time we can look at our funding and also see if anyone else has come forward." "Clearly, this council wants to offer recreation, but we want to offer recreation.that would get the highest usage," Ketring said. "I would also like to see us leave the money in the budget for the Jerkins pool, but earmark it for future recreation usage," Harris said. During mhe 2005 swim season, Jerkins had 404 reported swims with an average cost of $6,100 for materials (water, chemicals and electricity.) City Pool logged 1,047 swims with an average cost of $5,200 for materials. Returning to Iraq Charles D. Sessions, who has been promoted to' the rank of captain in the U.S. Army, received orders for deployment td Iraq for a second tour of- duty. The Taylor County High School graduate is currently stationed in Virginia where he is attend-,; ing his captain's career course. Above, his wife, Captain Ezra Schiller Sessions, is shown pinning his Captain Bars in a cer-j emony held August 2005 in Bamburg, Germany. Sessions is thA son of Charles and Sharon Session of Eridu; his wife, Ezra, ij the daughter of Annie Schiller Change of Lewisville, Texas. NP 1 BoPerfoir a nc Our Mission Reduce pollution www.tommyhall.mybpbiz.com Save precious fuel Tommy Hall Reduce demand for fuel Create 1,000 millionaires (850) 584-7537 Be a company of integrity (850) 838-5656 BUCKEYE COMMUNITY FEDERAL CREDIT UIlION O ortuni I ..,; ... P P. . Date: Tuesday, March 28th Place: Middle School Auditorium Time: 7:30 p.m. Board of Directors Elections Slide Show Presentation of our 50 Year History GRAND PRIZES Adult Grand Prize $500.00 Cash CYouth Grand Prize Dell Laptop Computer 1825 S. Jefferson St. Perry, FL 32348 (850) 223-7100 Your savings insured to $100,000 NCUA National Credit Union Administration a U.S. Government Agency www.bcfcu.coop I I d mmm Living A-4The Taco Times March 22, 2006 For luncheon meeting Roseheads go to Rosehead By CHERYL GREGORY Publicity The Roseheads, Perry's chapter of the Red Hat Society, enjoyed their first experience together at Rosehead Junction, located in the historic downtown area of Perry. For this luncheon/meeting on Saturday, Feb. 25, tables were decorated with purple and pink tablecloths and held Red Hat centerpieces along with red napkins. A Red Hat banner adorned the front window of the restaurant. Nineteen ladies attended, with 17 being Red Hats (50 and older) and two being Pink Hatters (under 50). This event was planned by Laura Taylor, Norma Collins and Cookie Workman. Laura Taylor rang the Red Hat bell and welcomed everyone. Debi Limoges, secretary/treasurer, gave a report on funds remaining from 2005 and current balances in the account. She reminded everyone that the planning committees for March, April and June are already formed. Laura Taylor said the blessing. Lunch orders were taken and the group continued visiting. Ladies with February birthdays-- Debi Limoges and Norma McGuire--were recognized, and each was presented with a box of chocolates from the hostesses. Laura Taylor led everyone in singing "Happy Birthday." Lunch McGuire, Limoges were honored on their birthdays Eight men nominated for leadership award Christ Episcopal Church is featured on the 2006 Tour Tour stops: -^~' 1 *oWideman-Crew Home ^. B" eshears Home Palmer House o The Cottage & .... Skelton Homre S *Avera-Clark B&B3 Chrislt Episcopal *John Penham 1& "i*Punn Home, Monticello tour this weekend Numerous historic buildings and one modern home will be on the 2006 biennial Tour of Historic Homes in Monticello set for March 25-26. Also added to the tour this year is the Palmer Place Antique Car and Carnival Museum, as well as Dixie Plantation. "We encourage everyone to visit the Old South for a day and drift back in time," said Merry Ann Frisby, publicity chair for the tour. A van ride to Dixie Plantation is included in the price of a ticket; also included is an exhibit by local sculptor Brad Cooley and a Scottish concert by Arnold Burkhart and Friends which is scheduled for Sunday at 2:30 p.m. "Monticello became the county seat of Jefferson County when Florida was still a territory. After Florida was admitted as a state in 1845, a Jefferson County planter-- William Mosley--became the first governor of Florida. Visitors were attracted to Monticello because of its warm climate, beautiful rolling hills and 'pine air' which was thought to be therapeutic," Frisby said. "It is still therapeutic to stroll among Florida's finest collection of 19th century residential architecture," she added. Showcased among the blooming azaleas will be a number of Greek Revival, Classic Revival, Queen Anne, Italianate and Victorian homes that have made the tour a favorite since its inception 40 years ago. Tour hours are 10 a.m. until 5 .p.m. on Saturday; 1-5 p.m. Sunday. Tickets will be on sale downtown at the Monticello Opera House and the Wirick-Simmons House. They may also be The first E. Tillman and S:J. Morgan Leadership Award will be - presented to one of eight candidates on Sunday, March 26, by the Men'sb . Ministry for which Walter Bishop serves as president. The Leadership Award candidates include: Deacon Lemon Washington, T Denham HousR is e of 3 Bed & Breakfasts on the tou Deacon Arthur Flowers, Srniard LAwrence Hugi~h, the Re\. .Doiald' L -"- W . McBride, Deacon George Clayton, Pastor Robert French, the Rev. Roosevelt Knight and the Rev. Izell Montgomery Jr. Wedding reminder SWafter-Curry Jesika Walker and Brad Curry remind friends and relatives of their wedding Saturday, March 25, at 4 p.m. in the First Baptist Church. A reception will follow at the Perry Elks Lodge. A TAYLOR COUNTY SPECIAL OLYMPICS POKER RUN 4:00 p.m. Perry Elks Lodge S Entry Fee $20 per bike, $5 per rider Prizes 1st Place $100 2nd Place $50 Worst $25 S^ Chicken Dinner will be served after run For more information,' call Wendy Cruce @ 838-5190 Engagement and birth announcement forms are available for pick up in our office and are 'published as space is available. S.MNUE BNS Get 00 onu NATIONAL SUPER-CONNECTED PLAN > 250 anytime minute.; > 500 bonus minutes $36.99,oM .M > UNLIMITED local walkie-talkie ,,rr, rr,,:.Tr, r.- r ii, 1. > UNLIMITED nights and weekends > Nationwide long distance > Built-in walKle-talkile GPS enabled > Speaherphone > web and email capable > Downlodaalie rinq tones NEXIEL: AUYHORIZED SERVICE CENTER Monday Friday 8:30 am until 5:00 pm.,1306-A South Jefferson Street, Perry, FL. STRICKLY CELLULAR 50- 223-1900, :i ROSEHEADS Continued from page A-4 was then served, and dessert was a freshly baked and still warm Texas sheet cake. The hostesses were commended for having an open menu, and Laura Taylor quickly gave credit to Carol Gunter, owner of the cafe. Names were drawn for a variety of door prizes, compliments of Sisters' Mercantile, Debbie's Jewels, Rebecca's Gifts and the hostesses. Cheryl Gregory distributed hand- outs and led a discussion on the group's activities planned for Relay For Life. The first major $$ benefit restoration TOUR Continued from page A-4 purchased at .Dixie Plantation. Tickets are $25 for adults and $5 for children; lunch will be served at the Wirick-Simmons House for $7. "All funds collected from the tour are used to continue the restoration projects of the Jefferson County Historical Association," said Frisby. For additional information, please call (850) 997-2465. SBridal . Registry ,^ Heather Quicke Jo I.Michelini March 5, 2006 Jesika Walker Brad Curry March 25, 2006 Ashley Harris Eric Srokes April 1,2006 " S Jodi Bryson Jason Mills April 8,,2006 Jennifer Kane Ken Harris April 8, 2006 Angle Cruce Harper Gibson_ April 22, 2006 Jennifer Lilliott Charles Ward May 6,2006 Claire Neal Allen Burke May 6. 2006 SColeen Fuquay ChadAgner June 3, 2006 Misty McKenzie SDaniel Reed June 10, 2006' Lauren Blue. r Cor Johnson June 17, 2006 Sherra Lynsey Edwards Benjamin McCoy Anderson. July 22, 2006 SRaven Laine Hamldi Justin Michael Knowles Aug 12, 2006 Ebony Pigford Docquina Oliver Aug. 12. 2006 SBaby Stacy Mathis & 0 ,Robert Denmarko Aj Boy due March 25, 2006 ..I SHollie & Lee ,j .Durham i Girldue April 3, 2006 Liz & Dan McDonald Due April 4, 2006 LaDonna & Joseph S,~. LaValle Boy due April 16, 2006 B Allison (Camp) S& Chuck Finley Boy due May 23, 2006 SKelli & Brad Johnson |( 'Girl fA I . 39th annual arts, crafts show is Saturday The Tallahassee Society of Arts and Crafts will present its 39th annual Spring Show and Sale on Saturday, March 25, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Dorothy Oven Park, 3205 Thomasville Road. For more information, please call (850) 539-9537. Yard sale raised money for Relay Dr. Miles V. Nelson, General Surgeon, has recently started using capsule endoscopy, an innovative, non- invasive procedure, to diagnose and treat patients with gastrointestinal disorders of the small intestine such as Crohn's disease, celiac disease, gastro-intestinal bleeding, inflammatory bowel disease, small bowel tumors and NSAID related injuries. With a miniature camera on one end, the PillCam" SB video capsule enables physicians to visualize for the first time the entire length of the 21 -foot-long small intestine.' This procedure is a non-invasive diagnostic alternative to traditional endoscopy, the most common procedure used to examine the small bowel. Over 170,000 people around the world have undergone this PillCam Capsule Endoscopy procedure, the gold standard for small bowel diagnostic care. "The PillCam SB video capsule has allowed us to more accurately detect and diagnose small bowel disorders in our patients," said Dr. Miles V. Nelson. "We are pleased that we can now offer a non-invasive diagnostic alternative to traditional endoscopy for patients experiencing persistent abdominal symptoms." fundraiser was a yard sale held March 4 at the comer of Old Dixie Highway and Plantation Road. Members were reminded that preparations were to begin on Friday, March 3. Patricia Lindsey discussed the prizes for which donations of $1 per ticket were being accepted. Members were encouraged to get tickets before leaving. Laura Taylor reminded ladies to take all the table favors--the Red Hat magnets, red chocolate rosebuds, Red Hat cups filled with candy and mints--and each was thanked for attending. The February committee and the cafe were congratulated for the success of this enjoyable event. The Red Hat bell was then passed to the March committee. Dance Lessons Social Waltz ChaCha Swing Norma Kinsey 850-584-8452 I A-5 The Taco Times March 22, 2006 As seen on TV He's one Jordyn Gonzalez celebrated his first birthday on Tuesday, March 14. The son of Jessica Gonzalez and Eddie Gonzalez, the one-year-old is the grandson of: Greg Holmes, Donna and Steve Smith, and Yolanda and Juan Gonzalez. ACCELERATE YOUR SAVINGS. DISCOUNTS UP TO 40%. See me today and get the discounts and service you deserve. INSURANCE Ina B Padgett, Agent, CLU 211 E Green Street Perry, FL 32347 Bus: 850-584-6767 ina.padgett.jyyy@statefarm.com LIKE A GOOD NEIGHBOR, STATE FARM IS THERE.' P0o03 29Ot5 statefarm.co . State Farm Mutual Automobile insurance Company, State Farm Indemnity Company Bloomington. IL LIMITED TIME 8-LB. ORECK XL VACUUM CLEANER * Lightweight & Easy To Use * 3-Yr. Warranty * Long 25-ft. Cord I.: 't ALL 584-6021 803 W. Main St. Perry, Fl. 32347 Store Hours: 8 AM 6 PM Mon. Sat., southhouse@perry.gulfnet.com i II S ,~m In the PillCam Capsule Endoscopy procedure, a patient will fast for ten hours before taking the PillCam SB with a glass of water. The capsule glides down the GI track taking approximately 50,000 images of the small bowel. These images are transmitted to and then stored on a recorder belt worn by the patient for an eight hour period. Upon completion, the physician views the images using the Given Imaging workstation and RAPID software to make a diagnosis. Approximately 70 million Americans currently suffer from gastrointestinal disorders, including disorders of the small bowel such as cancer, Crohn's disease, celiac disease, gastro-intestinal bleeding, inflammatory bowel disease and NSAID related injuries. However, many of these conditions go undiagnosed, or are treated by trial and error, due to the limited diagnostic options available for this region of the body. Over 250 studies have proven that Given Imaging's PillCam video capsule enables physicians to diagnose disorders of the small intestine with more precision. PillCam SB was cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in 200 1. Dr. Miles Nelson's office is located at 1218 N. Peacock Ave., Perry, FL 32347. Anyone interested in obtaining additional information regarding PillCam SB may contact the office at 850-584-8404. e- "Camera Pill" Helps Local Doctor Detect Diseases of the Small Bowel Miles V. Nelson, M.D., Uses Capsule Endoscopy .to Visualize Entire Small Intestine in Patients. I II I r r~ CraC1~1 "I 1 _ I---. I I I _ rj( -A i a - | EMMME& Sports P0. Win puts 'Dogs on top in district 2-3A The Taylor County High baseball team took sole possession ,of first place in District 2-3A Thursday with a 4-2 win at Florida .High then avenged an earlier loss Saturday at Pace Field by upending Belleview 6-4. The Bulldogs, 8-6 overall and 3-0 in district play, ran their win streak to four straight with Saturday's victory. Brandon Mock (2-2) pitched six -,,,innings for thb win, striking out while giving up only three hits. ;. Rusty Walker came on late to .earn *-; his first save of the year. Belleview, which beat Taylor 6- 5 on March 2, jumped on top 1-0 in the third but the Bulldogs -answered back in the bottom of i the inning to tie the game at one Taylor County High School track stars Some of the members of the Taylor County High, track team include (left to right) Adam Cook, Chelsea Sparrow, Tambrika Flowers, Tradelvan Whetsel and A'Drick Arnold. Head track coach for the Bulldogs is Ed Harvey. apiece. Taylor County then scored three in the fifth and two more in the sixth to ice the game. Top hitters for the 'Dogs were Daniel Joiner (2-3) and Alex Kramer (2-4, 2 RBIs). In Thursday's district matchup with Florida High, the Bulldogs got another strong pitching performance out of Walker (2-1) who struck out 10 batters. Drew Mock led the 'Dogs at the plate with one hit while driving in two runs. Taylor County was scheduled to participate in the Lincoln National Invitational this week in Tallahassee before returning to regular season play March 28 at Maclay. Date 4. Opponent Site Time Feb. 14 Live Oak Away 3:30 pm Feb. 16 Madison Home 3:45 pm Feb.'21 Wakulla (girls) Away 3:30 pm Feb. 23 Live Oak/Madison (boys) Home 3:00 pm Feb. 28 Madison Away 3:45 pm March 2 Live Oak Home, 3:30 pm March 7 Rickards Away 3:30 pm March 9 Godby Home 3:30 pm March 16 Wakulla (boys) Home 3:30 pm March 17 Live Oak vs. Wakulla at Taylor 3:30 pm March 28 Live Oak Away 3:30 am March 30 Rickards Home 3:00 pm April 4 Godby Away 3:30 pm April 6 Live Oak Home 4:00 pm, April 17 Dist. Tournament Tom Brown Park TBA April 18 Dist. Tournament Tom Brown Park TBA L-r One SiMro Cost Guide Service Operating from Keaton Beach Marina (850) 584-9145 U.S.C.G. License rPat Mwcortff 200 Kate Dr. Perry, FL 32348 Whetsel breaks Suwannee 100 meter record Bulldogs sixth, seventh in track meet The Taylor County High track team placed sixth (girls) and seventh (boys) in the 17th Suwannee Invitational Track Meet Saturday in Live Oak, but the highlight of the meet was Tradelvan Whetsel's 'record- breaking time in the 100 meter dash. Whetsel broke the previous record by 1-100th of a second with a time of 10.70. He also placed first in the 200 meters with a time of 22.82. Other highlights for the Bulldogs were: *Tambrika Flowers first in the high jump (4-11), first in the 200 meters. (28.45) and third in the 100 meters (13.52 seconds); *A'Drick Arnold fifth in the Beginning Tuesday, April 4, 2006, the Taylor County Board of County Commissioners and the Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged Trust Fund will offer SHUTTLE SERVICE 'to the Children and Family Services office in Madison The Big Bend Transit shuttle will leave from in front of the County Administrative Complex building at 201 E. Green Street at 7:30 a.m. and return approximately 2:30 p.m. Riders must be qualified through the trust fund or Medicaid programs. Reservations are on a first come, first served basis and must be made by 12:00 p.m. on the Monday before. If Monday is al)egal holiday the deadline is 12:00 p.m. on the Friday before. In WA O* MM. MerGM Y' *T7- 'I-41-1 * *. : : so **. :.: so^^^ CONGRATULATIONS Jerrod, Jessica & Big Brofher Jayce on your new bundle of joy! " Jaydon Reese Pittman M Arrived March 11, 2006 ; at 6:50 p.m. weighing in at 8 ibs., 6 oz. Love, Meme & Poppy 400 meters (55.72). He also participated but did not place in the 100 meters (11.98) and the 200 meters (24.09); *Chelsea Sparrow fourth in the 400 meters (1:10.88), sixth in the 100 meter., hurdles (19.39). Also participated in the discus (60-9); *Adam Cook fifth in the discus (120-3), participated in the shot putt (35-2); *Russell Smith 13th in.the 1600 meters (5:12). Others participating but not placing'included: Vershayn Brown, 400 meters 1:15.60 and 11-8.5 in long jump; Sharika Ellis, 400 meters 1:18.99; Jonathan McKnight, 100 meters 11.79 and 200 meters 24.71; William Wright 5:31 in the 1600 meters and 12:37 in the 3200 meters and Zachary Bradshaw, 60-88 in the 400 meters, 2:38 in the 800 meters and 15-6.25 in the long jump. BEWARE... The cost of utility bills are on the rise. Insulate your home today to help save $$$ - 'Call today for a FREE ESTIMATE! REYNOLDS INSULATION (850) 584-2340 phone (850) 584-8340 fax SMarch poeial BuvanyS3 Pro Comp Tires Getthe4 EREE Pro Comp Tire ,F EE (Offer good thru March 31, 2006) Call us for all of your car repair and tire needs. 602 W Hampton Springs Ave. 602 W. Hampton Springs Ave. FULL SERVICE REPAIR SHOP Mon. Fri. 7:30 AM 5:30 PM NOTICE March 31, 2006 LAST DAY to pay property tax without a penalty. April 1, 2006 April 1,2006 May 5, 2006 May 6, 2006 May 31, 2006 June-1, 2006 3% Interest on Real Estate Property Tax (Including Non ad valorem assessments.) 1.5% interest per month on Tangible Personal Property-Tax. DEADLINE to ,pay Property Tax before Advertising Begins. ADVERTISING COSTS WILL BE CHARGED LAST DAY TO PAY TAX BEFORE CERTIFICATE SALE. Tax Certificate Sale will be held at 8:30 a.m. on the second floor of the Taylor County Courthouse. Jack Tedder Taylor County Tax Collector A-6 The Taco Times March 22, 2006 ARMADILLO CONSTRUCTORS & ERECTORS INC. License #CG3031636 *CCC 058209 *BUILDERS* ROOFERS HOME INSPECTIONS 800-719-9138 850-223-1867 I-. atd o Oaltv la-tsa-h, i ipujolF~- - - '~I~L~I 1:` IN--- I I I -- -- 000--r Ir I , Religion A-7 The Taco Times March 22, 2006 Catholic youth hold fish fry Friday Youth cook for community The youth group of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church will hold its annual fish fry fundraiser Friday, March 24, from 5 until 8 p.m. Your patronage is encouraged. Reaves keynotes youth program Caleb Reaves will speak at a youth program planned Saturday, March 25, at New Jerusalem Primitive Baptist Church. The event will begin at 5 p.m. with the theme, "Praise Is What We Do." A mass choir will be formed for the occasion, and rehearsal is scheduled for Thursday, March 23, at 6 p.m. Greg Houston, pastor, invites everyone to participate. Dedication celebration planned Charity Baptist Church, located at 580 Highway 27 East, will hold a dedication celebration on Saturday, March 25, from 12 noon until 5 p.m. Bluegrass/gospel music will be presented throughout the day, and barbecue will be served. Everyone is welcome. For more information, please call 223-1850. Purehearts present concert in Steinhatchee The Purehearts will be presented in concert at Friendship Chapel Church of God in Steinhatchee on Saturday, March 25, at 7 p.m. The church is located on Route 51. Pastor Chester Ash invites everyone to attend. Men in Black gather on Sunday New Brooklyn's Men's Ministry will hold its annual Men In Black program on Sunday, March 26, at the church at 3 p.m. Pastor Donald L. McBride invites everyone to attend. Church observes Family and Friends Day New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church will hold Family and Friends Day on Sunday, March 26, beginning at 3 p.m. True Light Missionary Baptist Church of Tallahassee will be in charge of the service. Youth Day planned at St. Peter's St. Peter's Primitive Baptist Church will observe Youth Day on Saturday, March 25, at 6 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend. Guest speaker will be Obituaries Charles Alto Nelson Sr. Charles Alto Nelson Sr., 89, died March 18, 2006, in Statesville, N. C. A retired service station manager, he was a member of Crosspoint Fellowship Baptist Church in Perry. Survivors include: a son, Charles A. Nelson Jr.- of Statesville; a daughter, Barbara Jackson of Chipley, a sister, Mayola Young of Bonifay; three grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. Graveside services will be held today, March 22, at 11 a.m. in Woodlawn Cemetery. Family members will receive friends today from 10 until 11 a.m. at Beggs Funeral Home, which is in charge of arrangements. Jay Ralph Gamble Jay Ralph Gamble, 39, died March 19, 2006, at his residence in Perry. Born in Thomasville, Ga., he had lied in Perr\ for ihe past 36 \ears li.T arfided-4-Spring \.iWarcn-r Church of Christ and '.as a 19.s4 graduate of Taylor County High School. He worked with WPRY 1400 AM for several years..- Survivors include: his parents, Edwin and LaNell McKinney of Perry; a brother, Scott Edwin, McKinney of Wakulla County; two sisters, Glenda Sue Matthews of Perry and Sandy Lynn Mincy of .Ocala; and a *host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and.: cousins. Funer'al services were- held Tuesday, March 21, at 2:30 p.m. at Spring Warrior Church of Christ with Jeff Himmel officiating. Interment followed at the church cerneern. Faniil members received friends Mlonday from 6 until 8 p.m. at Joe P. Bums Funeral Home,; which was in, charge of arrangements.: Vera Bell Bowden,' Vera Bell Bowden, 80, died March 16; 2006, at Doctors' Memorial Hospital. A nam e and lifelong resident of Tjl1or County, she ,was the daughter of the late Charlie Thomas Amaii and Lillie M. (Lundy) Aman. Mrs. Bowden was the co-owner of Bowden's 221' Grocery for many years. She was a member of Midway Baptist Don't stress...Call me! NELDA PARKER (850) 843-1823 _lt '-! 7 -I A ' 0" Uo ' Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leroy Maynard Bowden. Survivors include: two sons, Roy D. Bowden of Perry and Monte Bowdeh of Limeville, Ala.;. five brothers, Henry Aman of Jacksonville, Joel Aman, C. T. Aman and Eston Aman, all of Perry, and Ralph Aman of Panama City; three sisters, Lois Brewer of Jacksonville, Doris and Irene Stokes, both of Perry; and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Sunday, March 19, at 3 p.m. at Midway Baptist Church with Mark Pargo and Danny Lundy officiating. Interment followed at Pisgah Cemetery. Family members received friends Saturday at Joe P. Bums Funeral Home, which was in charge of arrangements. Saturday, April 1- 1:00 pm till dark North of old Citizen's Bank Building (one block West of 1st Baptist Church) Several local praise & worship groups will be featured including: One Accord, Evangel Worship Team, First Baptist Worship Team & several others & orlows This event will be promoting awareness of a new ministry coming ,to our community... Celebrate Recovery ; ,.; ;, Bring your lawn chairs and a friend and come enjoy "- some great Christian music and fellowship Lanetra Bennett from WCTV News in Tallahassee, accompanied by her youth choir. Graham featured at Fashion Show A representative of the AmSouth Bank First Homebuyers Associatidn will be in Perry for the White/Ivory Suit and Hat Fashion Show featuring Mrs. Paula Graham. The event will be held at 3 p.m. in Loughridge Park on Saturday, March 25. Jurleen Clayton invites everyone to attend-.- ' , Dedication Celebration a Charity Baptist Church 580 Hwy. 27 East Saturday, March 25 12:00 5:00 p.m. BLUEGRASS/GOSPEL S DeiciOus MUSIC arb equeS throughout the day oi y For more information call 223-1850 Big Bend Hospice Salutes Taylor County Social Workers & ..- : . -,- ,. It takes a team to helo;th6sO, fh a life limiting, illness and. theb.lbQd--'6U IT., Big Bend Hospice salutes our Family Support Counselors and. Gifef*- Counselors and extends our heart-felt appreciation to the. soc 'wor ers Big Bend case managers at our community's nursing homes, senior comteir, li health department and schools fbit.being our''paytme Hospice Life's Journey. Help Starts Here. (850) 838-3086 or toll free 24 hours a day (800) 772-5862 107 L - -Cowe.,and-shax` -e e ... Nyklujle=R 2W-of-" ensemble singing "group, a time of ins pirationa music-. and, testimony. May we recognize together what God has donei is doing and will do with the people of Honduras!', First Baptist Church March 26, 2006 at 6 p.m. 102 North Center Street, Perry 584-7066 -7 7*373 411;4 ](9y HUNTER ARtilly OPP AW-43--m wt m -M A~E .Forsyt L#Y ksko R, M, V %- 11 OTUMK Happy, I st BirthoPy ~"~"~SBLg~PI G Grereat Grandma B Betty Duvall A-8 The Taco Times March 22, 2006 For TCMS gifted program Can you help with 'can'struction? Students from the gifted program at Taylor County Middle School are pursuing a "can"struction project this nine veeks "and we desperately need MANY cans of food in all sizes and shapes," said instructor Deidra Newman. The public is cordially -'sked to donate. "The 'can'struction project allows us to utilize curriculum that is based on class interests, special -oilities, vision and goals, Newma/n During the recent loss of our familyy member, Ronnie Newman, bhe response of the Taylor County immunity was overwhelming. The Salem Missionary Baptist church came to our assistance nmediately. Prayers, I.adolences, food and financial aid ,'ere provided. The church inembers pulled together and provided d all that was needed. We 'ill be forever grateful. 'he Perry City Police were very helpful and 'accommodating. Officers Gina M. Deeson and Clay * Parker were outstanding. The Taylor County Sheriff's Department and the Florida Highway Patrol are deserving of a special thanks. We wish to thank Tommy Morrow and Keith Walker of = is Funeral Home who were incorporating core subjects, and the arts, in comprehensive themed lessons which focus on critical thinking, intellectual discussion, interpretation, creativity, research, problem solving and generation of original work," Newman said. "After we 'can'struct our projects, we will then donate the canned goods to charity," she said. If you're interested in participating, please send canned very professional and considerate. We also wish to thank Pastor Jay Black and the Rev. Jimmy Corbin who, assisted throughout our time of grief. The entire Newman family would like to thank all who were involved during this sad time. Thank you, The Newman Family Sadler The family of Robert A. Sadler would like to express our heartfelt appreciation to everyone who was there for us during the loss of our beloved dad, Robert A. Sadler, and beloved husband of Alice M. (Wilson) Sadler. We are truly grateful for each and every prayer, phone call and card, as well as all the food and flowers we received. Thanks to BAD WATER? A IRON-FREE'S OWN HIGH PURITY MANDOX WIDE SPECTRUM/TRIPLE ACTION FILTRATION SYSTEM Removes IRON, TANNIN, SULFUR, MANGANESE, TURBIDITY, BAD TASTE, BAD ODOR. KILLS BACTERIA. No more STAINED FIXTURES, DINGY CLOTHES. LOW COST, LOW MAINTENANCE, GUARANTEED. Call today for FREE WATER TEST. No obligation. $795 to $1995 IRON-FREE Well Water Company, Inc. 800-437-1128 foods only to Taylor County Middle School Gifted Program, "or contact us and we will come to pick them up," Newman said. The gifted program is structured to provide opportunities for "intelligently gifted students so that they are challenged to reach their maximum potential and accomplish 'high performance' each and every day," Newman said. "By donating the canned foods to a charity when we have Joe P. Burns Funeral Home and staff, Taylor County Sheriff's Department, and Mark Southerland of South House for the use of the refrigerator. A very special thank you to Elder Steve Mong for the wonderful service. Special thanks,' also, to Elouise Stalans, Van Edith Burford, Danielle Chapman and Betty Lee Elliott for all your help during our loss. Also, thanks to Mary Ann Hill for your thoughtfulness and help during our time of grief. Alice Sadler and Family (352) 498-7001 completed our project, we are also able to instill the basic values of community service to add to the students' knowledge, enhance their skills and deepen their understanding of how we can all work together to make our community better," she said. While local TCMS students are new to "can"struction. this is the 13th year that the NYC Design and Build Competition has been held in New York, showcasing the talents of architects and engineers in creating "spectacular" structures using nothing more than cans of food. SBWC seeks nominations The Small Business Week Committee is accepting nominations for the 2006 Person of the Year and Service Awards. Nomination forms are available from the Small Business Development Center at Florida A&M University. For more information, please call the SBDC-at (850) 599-3407. Cross City Dental, PA Stephen M. Henry DMD David R. 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L L II I II - '~---------------------~~ - "~ ~Il'r V-VVVV / Y11~4 i j Congressman Allen Boyd has his blood pressure checked by nursing student Ashley McCray during the recent open house which showcased NFCC's new RN program. Three students from Taylor County were accepted in the inaugural class of the nursing program and the Taylor County Board of Commissioners donated $100,000 toward the project. Students can earn associate degree's in nursing with two years of study. Submitted by NORTH FLORIDA COMMUNITY COLLEGE "How does that work?" "Wow, is this real?" "What a huge lab!" If comments from visitors to the new nursing training facilities at North Florida Community College (NFCC) were any indication, the RN program has passed its first public check-up with flying colors. Nearly 200 toured the facilities and met students and staff at the RN open house held recently in the Career & Technical Center on the Madison campus. Students and staff alike could not hide their pride in NFCC's accomplishment of opening the RN program. Offering a registered nursing degree had been the vision of Morris G. Steen Jr. since he assumed leadership of the college in 2002. All it took was three years, dogged determination and the support of many NFCC friends. "This is a dream realized," said Steen at the open houpe. Billed as a thank you to the community and legislators who supported NFCC's extended effort to start a two-year nursing degree, the afternoon festivities showcased all the allied health programs, as well as the new RN program. Students gave tours of new laboratories and demonstrated simulation equipment which mimics actual patient conditions-- some too real for even the most stalwart. "I did not need to see that," said one gentleman after a demonstration of a simulation "pregnant patient." He chuckled ' and turned to the next demonstration station. According to nursing staff, the realism of the simulators is what makes them such effective teaching tools. According to nursing director Nita Fico, "Everyone commented on how positive and knowledgeable our students are. We love hearing that. And, the simulators were a big hit." In remarks to the group, Steen singled out the support of Congressman Ander Crenshaw for funding, as well as donations by the Taylor County Board of Commissioners and Workforce Florida. Steen also thanked other legislators who provided support, including Rep. Will Kendrick, Congressman Allen Boyd and aide Danny Collins, Kevin Doyle from Senator Mel Martinez's office, Theresa Frederick from Florida Sen. Al Lawson's office, and Sara Sanders from Senator Bill Nelson's office. For more information about admission into the Registered Nursing Program, call (850) 973-. 1662 or e-mail FoustM@nfcc.edu. 'Afternoon regulars' take the stage at TCES North Florida Community. College (NFCC) took its Children's Theater program on the road March 6 by presenting -a performance of "The Tuesday Afternoon Regulars" at Taylor County Elementary School (TCES). The show, performed by Valdosta State University theater students, was a hit with TCES fourth graders and staff. "The children, loved it!" said TCES' Debby Powers. The musical, featured a group of students who often find themselves in detention and their despairing detention supervisor who sets a plan in motion to inspire the students to make positive changes for their futures. "This was a great opportunity for NFCC to provide an educational outreach performance to students in Taylor County," said Kim Scarboro, NFCC Children's Thleiaer. The NFCC Children's Theater guol is to provide cultural opportunities for area elementary, middle and high school students. In November 2005 NFCC hosted, on its Madison campus, a performance of "Thumbelina" by Bits N' Pieces Puppet Theatre with more than 700 in attendance. In September 2005, NFCC took the : dance troupe Footworks Percussive Dance Ensemble into Madison County High School, reaching more than 400 students. At least 200 students attended the performance at Taylor County Elementary. The performance at TCES was funded by NFCC's Artist Series ,W.' ... 4 "" . Angels sponsorship program. For more information on the NFCC Children's Theater, contact the NFCC Office of College Advancement at (850) 973-1653 or e-mail news@nfcc.edu. Great American Cleanup seeks to 'clean, beautify and improve' Keep Taylor County Beautiful volunteers ,N ill impra,' e the quality of life in Taylor County as .they clean up litter-strewn streets and waterways, and fix up and beautify public spaces during Keep America:. Beautiful's Great American Cleanup!," the nation's largest annual community improvement program, March 1 throiith May 31. Taylor County , volunteers are encouraged to roll up Iheir sleeves and support clean communities. To volunteer, call (850) 584-5366. 1 "The Great American Cleanup hlas become more and more a staple of our .American landscape every year with millions of volunteers taking the environment into their own hands: Americans are rallying together to clean up graffiti, eliminate litter, green, up and beautify ,surroundings while preserving our waterways to create a cleaner, safer and more, beautiful environment for generations to come," said G. Raymond Empson, president of Keep America Beautiful. In 2006, the Great American Cleanup is expected to involve close- to 3 million people, volunteering. more than 8 million hours to clean, beautify and improve 15,000 communities during 30,000 events from coast to coast in all 50 states. Activities will include beautifying parks and recreation areas, cleaning seashores and waterways, handling recycling collections, picking up litter, planting trees and flowers, and conducting educational programs and litter-free events. Fourth graders at Taylor County Elementary School enjoy a performance presented by North Florida Community College and performed by Valdosta State University theater students on March 6. The musical featured -a group of-students who often find themselves in detention and their despairing detention supervisor who sets a plan in motion to inspire the students to make positive changes for their futures. y - CIVIC GROUPS AARP: last Wed., .10 a:m. at AMVETS Post #20 building (2499 Woods Creek Road). Civil Air Patrol (CAP): second and fourth Mon., 7 p.m., main hangar at the Perry/Foley Airport. Kiwanis Club: Wednesdays, noon, Joyce's Main Street Cafe. MainStreet Perry: first Monday of each month, Perry/Taylor County Chamber of Commerce at noon. NAACP: first Sunday, 5 p.m., at Jerkins Community Center. Optimist Club: Thurs., noon at Joyce's Main Street Cafe. Perry Garden Club: third Wednesday, 10 a.m. Perry Elks Lodge: second, third and fourth Tuesday, 8 p.m. Perry Lodge 123, F&AM: first and third Monday nights, 7:30 p.m. Perry, Lodge #187: first and third Wed., 7 p.m., Masonic Hall. Perry Masonic Lodge 123: meets first and third Monday nights, 7:30 p.m. Perry' Shrine Club: fourth Thurs., 7 p.m. (club house on Courtney Road). Perry Woman's Club: second Wed., noon (Sept. to. May; subject to-change). Rotary Club: Tues., noon at Joyce's Main Street Cafe. Taylor County Leadership Council: second and fourth Friday, 7 p.m., Jerkins Community Center. Vogue XIII: first Mon., 7:30 p.m. Call 584- 2404, GOVERNMENT Airport Advisory Commission: fourth Monday, 12 noon, Perry-Foley Airport. Chamber of Commerce: second Thurs., 8 a.m., chamber board room. City Council: second and fourth Tues., at 6:30 p.i. . County Commission:-first Mon. and third Tues. at 6 p.m., courthouse annex. Juvenile Justice Council: third Thurs., 9 a.m., at Juvenile Justice Office, 1719 South Jefferson Street. Planning Board: first Thurs., 6 p.m. Courthouse annex (old post office). Social Security: representatives, second !Tues., 8:30 a.m. to noon, courthouse annex. Taylor County Construction License Board' Meeting: third Fri., 2 p.m., courthouse annex. Taylor County Development Authority: second Mon., 5 p.m. at Capital City Bank. Taylor County School Boardi first and third Tues,, 7 p.m. Taylor County Soil & Water Board: fourth Mon., 7 p.m., Chaparral Steakhouse. Taylor Coastal Water and Sewer: third Wed. at 18820 Beach Road, 5 p.m. Tourism Development Council: second Wed. 5 p.m., at Chamber of Commerce. INTERESTS , Diabetes classes every Tuesday, 2 p.m., Doctors' Memorial Hospital. FAMU Alumni Chapter: second Monday, 7 p.m., Jerkins Community Center. Florida Forest Festival Board of Directors: first Wednesday, 3:30 p.m., Chamber of Commerce. Call 584-TREE (8733). Girl Scouts Service Unit: first Tuesday, 7 p.m., Scout Hut. Historical Society: open Thursday afternoons, 1-5 p.m. Home Educators League of Perry (HELP): second Thurs., 1:30 p.m., Forest Capital Hall. Call 584-8553 or 584-9207. (Public) Horseback Ride Nights every third Tuesday of the month from 4-9 p.m. at the Taylor County Ag/Equestrian Arena. $5 fee and current negative Coggins required. For more information, call 584-5900. Humane Society of Taylor County: second Wednesday,' 6 p.m., Forest Capital Hall. La Leche League International: second Wed., .10:30 a.m., Taylor County Public Library. Miles of Smiles Clown Alley: first Thursday, 7 p.m., at 901 North Calhoun Street. Mothers of Pre-Schoolers: first and third Friday. Call 584-3826. Muskogee Creek Indian Nation: second and fourth Sat., 7 p.m. Tribal grounds, Lyman Hendry Road. Muskogee Creek Indian Tribe: first Saturday, Oak Hill Village on Woods Creek Road, National Wild Turkey Federation (Yellow Pine Drummers): holds open monthly meeting on first Thursday, Golden' Corral, 7 p.m. Call 584-9185. I Republican Party of Taylor County: second Thursday of every month at 315 N. Quincy Street. Taylor Coastal Communities Association: second Tuesday, 7 p.m., at the district building on Beach Road. Taylor County Democratic Party: every Thursday at the Chamber of Commerce. ,Taylor Adult Program (TAP): Thursdays, 10 a.m., 502 N. Center Street. 223-0393. Taylor County Amateur Radio Club: first Monday, 7 p.m., Division of Forestry office, 618'Plantation Road., Taylor County Habitat for Humanity, Inc.: board meeting, second Tues., 5:30 p.m., Room 208, Capital City Bank. Taylor County Historical Society: third Mon., 7 p.m. Historical .Society building. Society's museum is open every Thursday, 1,5 p.m. Taylor County Horseman's Association Horse Show: second Sat., 10 a.m. Arena located on Bishop Blvd. Taylor County Quilters: Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to noon, Taylor County Public Library. Taylor County Reef & Research Team: second Thurs., 7 p.m., Forest Capital Hall. S0 '. Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays (closed), 8 p.m., at Heritage House on Washington Street, across from public library; and another AA group which meets Monday, Wednesdays and Thursdays at Serenity House, located at 1260 Hwy. J8 West, across from the BP station at 8 p.m. AL-ANON: St. James Episcopal Church (in library), Wednesdays, 12 to 1 p.m.; 584-2146. Thursday at 6:30 for beginners meeting with regular meeting at 7 p.m. Alzheimer's Support Group for Caregivers: every second Tuesday, at .7 p.m., First United Methodist Church. Big Bend Hospice Advisory Council: fourth Tues., noon, 107 East Green Street. * Healthy Start Coalition: fourth Mon., 9 a.m., Taylor County School District Administrative Office Complex. Narcotics Anonymous: every Tuesday, 7 p.m., at St. James Episcopal Church, 1100 West Green Street, in the church library. These are open meetings to those interested in addiction. SHARE distribution: fourth Sat., 9 a.m., at First United Methodist Church. The Way: Christ-centered recovery group, meets on Fridays at 7 p.m. at Serenity House on Hwy. 98 W., across from BP Station. Open to alcoholics, addicts, family members and friends. AMVETS Post 20 and AMVETS Ladles Auxiliary: third Tuesday, 7 p.m., at 2499 Woods Creek Road. American Legion Post #96: first'. Tuesday, 7 p.m., American Legion Hall,. Center Street. American Legion, Steinhatchee Post' 291: fourth Tues. 8 p.m. Sons of AMVETS: second Tuesday, 7 p.m., 2499 Woods Creek Road. Sons of Confederate Veterans: fourth Tuesday at VFW Post on Center Street, 7 p.m. For additional information, please call. 584-5346. VFW Post #9225: second Tues., 7 p.m. : (American Legion building). '''1 B-1 The Taco Times March 22, 2006 A proud moment for NFCC nursing Uw 0Bf a0r I Editorial 4pm 4 4 '** B-2 Taco Times March 22, 2006 Project manager responds to questions about power plant irn CD -h 0 0CD r-I = the state and federal regulations that were created to protect even the most vulnerable individuals. Additionally, we will use a state- of-the-art continuous monitoring:' system to ensure that our emission controls are operating at peak performance while the plant is in. operation. Moreover, we will submit the results from these monitors to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to ensure that the department's', stringent requirements are being, met. As an avid sportsman, I was pleased to hear that Taylor County residents share my enthusiasm for hunting, fishing and the outdoors. To ensure that the county remains a true sportsman's paradise, Taylor Energy Center has been designed as a zero discharge facility, which means that. no wastewater will be' discharged from the plant. During our open houses, we also, learned that job creation and economic growth are critically important to Taylor County citizens. Beginning with the start of construction in 2008, Taylor Energy Center will create about 1,500 construction jobs. Later, during normal operations, the plant' will. offer 180 full-time jobs. Our, commitment is to fill as many of these positions as possible with local residents. Additionally, the construction and operation of Taylor Energy Center will bring increased commerce to Taylor County. Though our organization is tax- exempt, we will bring increased business to Taylor County businesses, and we pledge to support the community through contributions and sponsorships. Some residents expressed concerns about the increased train traffic that will be necessary to deliver fuel to Taylor Energy Center. We are working with state and local officials to develop a. mutually agreeable solution to these concerns. Once we have more information, we will work together with the Perry community to explore all the options to ensure public safety and reduce inconvenience to residents. As a future citizen of Taylor County, I share your interest in public safety, a clean environment and a healthy economy, As we move forward, we will continue to address the community's concerns and keep those needs in mind.' Sincerely, Mike Lawson i Project Manager Taylor Energy Center KING OF THE MOUNTAIN Letters to the Editor Banner fund-raiser provides scholarship 3' IMidweek Muddle SOld boyfriends and sweet tea By SUSAN H. LINCOLN --Dear Editor: The Take Stock in Children Home Furniture & More, Optimist Club, Timberland Ford, for another County youth. Leadership Council would like to Goodman's BBQ, Perry If you are i thank the following businesses for Connections, Newport Insurance the business p participating in the Take Stock and Cashway Building Supplies. in "Taking FrannIr fund-raiser, and helping to We would like to thank Capital County," by pi provide a Taylor County youth City Bank and Kenneth Dennis six banner whi Sidi a four-year, 100 percent Locksmith for -their donations. the school for tuition paid college scholarship. Please drive by the outside fence at price of $25 'Please show your appreciation Taylor, County Elementary School purchases the to: Beach Realty Gulf Coast, and see the beautiful banners that contact Kathy ,(regory's Heating and Cooling, the Sign Shop created at a discount 2530 ext. 2: .-'jLjn's Ace Hardware, Miles V. price for us. We are only five Together we w elon, Dairy King, GTCom,' banners away from purchasing of Taylor Coun !eggs Funeral Home, Yarbrough another scholarship and providing at a time. i'ire & Automotive, Badcock hope, mentors and a scholarship Be prepared for wi bi |y GEORGIA BUCKHALTER Alan Long, a University of Florida "Mother Na speciall to the Taco Times professor and specialist in the what the fire Mother Nature is never dormant School of Forest Resources and Long said. "Bu :Fi the Tree Capital of the South. Conservation. the time it is p In the interim months between Although the wildfire season has that provides ti 'he end-of-winter freezes and the yet to officially begin, the state has Contrary ti start of the hurricane season, already seen a fair share of fires in discarded cig wildland fires are yet another force 2006. smoldering car of nattire to be reckoned with. In a statewide survey conducted less than 5 per "Although wildfires can occur in by the Florida Division of Forestry fires, Long sai Almost any month, the main (DOF) from Jan. 1 to Feb. 20, The warm en wildland fire season usually starts 2006, 38 percent of fires were equipment, su l April and extends into June, attributed to escaped debris Vehicles (ATV antil the summer rains arrive," said burning and 16.7 percent to arson, number of fi L Taco 99Tires Wednesday, March 22, 2006 123 S. Jefferson Street P.O. Box 888 Perry, Florida (850) 584-5513 DONALD D. LINCOLN Publisher DEBBIE CARLTON SUSAN H. LINCOLN Business Manager Managing Editor ANGELA M. CASTELUCCI CAROLYN DuBOSE Staff, Writer Advertising Director CHARLES R. SADLER LIBBY DENMARK Staff Writer Advertising/Graphic Arts MARK VIOLA SARAH WEIRICK Staff Writer, Classified Advertising The Taco Times (ISSN 07470967) ispublished each Wednesday by Perry News- apers, Inc., 123 S. Jefferson Street, Perry, Florida 32347. Subscriptions are $35.00 per yearor $49.00 out of county. Periodicals postage paid at Perry, Florida 32348. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the ACO TIMES, P. Box 888, Perry, FL 32348. The Taco Times welcomes Letters to the Editor reflecting responsible opinions and views on the news. Please submit letters by Monday at 5 p.m. The Taco Times reserves the right to refuse publication of letters which are libelous or irre- sponsible. Name may be withheld if circumstances so require, but all letters sub- mitted should be signed by the writer and accompanied by a phone number .for verification. We look forward to hearing from you! Our address is Perry, Newspapers, Inc., P.O. Box 888, Perry, Florida 32348. e-mail: newsdesk@perrynewspapers.com Member Perry/Taylor County Chamber of Commerce. deserving Taylor interested in joining partners listed above Stock in Taylor purchasing a three by ch will hang outside one year for the low 0 ($55 of which e banner), please y Kreidler at 838- 306 or 371-1132. ill change the future nty youth.., one child Kathy Kreidler 'a ture really dictates does once ignited," it more than half of peoples' carelessness he initial spark." o popular belief, garette butts and np fires account for cent of all wildland d. engines of recreation ich as All Terrain Vs), account for a ires, especially in di o Qai grassa areas, iiong saia. "Grass fires pick up this time of year because of low humidity and high winds that are a dangerous combination," said John Fish, a district manager for DOR Dry post-winter weather conditions are always a concern because dead vegetation left by winter freezes serve as a catalyst for fires, Fish said. This change in moisture content primarily affects what Fish refers to as the lighter fuel classes. These grasses and sticks dry easily and ignite readily, but do not have near the burn time of their larger fuel counterparts. "The aftermath of the past two hurricane seasons has left a lot more of the heavier dead debris on the ground," Fish said. "This fuel will sustain long fires and could be dangerous to firefighters if' it blocks the mobility of their equipment." As district manager, Fish directly oversees DOF activities in Taylor, Madison, Lafayette and Dixie counties. "During the statewide DOF report conducted in January and February of this year, our district experienced 25 fires across 84 "-* Please see page 3 I love it when my e-mails are marked, "Urgent." Usually, it means that someone else forgot to send a news item to the newspaper on time, and thus expects me to move at warp speed to compensate. But on Monday morning (when I was lamenting the fact that I was the only one in town who didn't go somewhere for spring break), I got an urgent e-mail' from a friend in California. "Could you take my old, boyfriend out to lunch?" Obviously, my friends will ask anything of me. Take your old boyfriend out to lunch? "And his 18-year-old, 'college-aged daughter," she added. "He's divorced; they're traveling through Florida for her spring break. I told him he should stop by the newspaper and take you to lunch." Why, sure. Is there anything else I can do for you? Her explanation continued: "We met in Chestertown, Md., when the two of us were in Washington College. I transferred to Stanford and he to Reed College in Oregon. I believe he retired early after a successful career on Wall Street." Well, great, we'll have a lot to talk about. I can't even read financial statements and have never understood the Dow Jones Industrial Average. The e-mail continued: "He has a girlfriend who lives in Australia, so I believe he is there much of the time. He may be buying a place in Tahoe soon, or living on a boat in Marina del Ray." Oh, yes, I can talk about my summer home which looks a lot like my winter home. So I didn't even get to go to Dekle Beach for spring break, and he visits Australia regularly while speculating on a move to Tahoe, or life on a houseboat. What's wrong with this picture? "He is a liberal and very entertaining. He's planning to publish a book this spring. I think you will enjoy him and his daughter." Well, this is just great. I've been trying to publish a book for 11 years, and he's able to retire, travel to Australia, and still make it happen. And he's a liberal? That's great, too. Should I mention that the husband and son went turkey hunting this morning? No, probably not. Oh, and a mental note: Dodge politics, religion and social values in conversation. So what does that leave? I wasn't at all sure that I could be witty and charming about the weather for 45 minutes, "The.daughtter is studying at John Hopkins University," ,she wrote--probably nuclear science or chemo-bio-micro-physics. ' God help me. "Please call his cell phone," she said. And, like a sheep to slaughter, I did. I picked up the phone and dialed; he picked up the phone and answered. He was staying at the Governor's Inn in Tallahassee, and wondered if I knew who Governor Day was. Oh how I wished he did. "All the rooms are named fdr ,Flrida governors," he explained, "and this one was named for Governor Day." "I'm an Alabama native," I said, "sot don't know all the Florida governors--missedthat in fifth grade." I thought going ahead and , getting that "Alabama" reference out there in conversation might lower his expectationsiifor lunch. "We'll ibe in Perry in 50 minutes," he said, "Do you :need directions?" I asked., "I've got Map Quest," he said. "I'll call you when I get there,". But of course. This was beginning to bp as bad as the blind dates I remembered from college years. Suddenly, I wasn't sure I liked my friend anymore, either. I announced to the husband, "I'm going to lunch with i friend's old boyfriend and his' 18-year-old daughter from Massachusetts." "What?" he said, trying to process this information. "Exactly," I responded. "Wanna go?" Of course,; as you might expect from a story this circuitous, lunch was wonderful, She was a sixth generation New Yorker; I come from six generations of families trying to carve out a living from the red clay hills of Alabama. He lives in a historically designated home in Concorde, Mass., and I'm residing in the rural outskirts of a North Florida county settled by cattlemen and loggers. My only historical designation is my E-911 address, They were both interesting, and interested, and our conversation was as sweet as the tea despite political, social, religious and professional differences. Sometimes it is good to be pushed from your comfort zone into the twilight where you realize, once again, that it's a very big world made up of delightfully different people. You can be one of those or you can have lunch with one, but whatever you do, jump off that cliff. IPl~ill~ ~s - =Now r r Dear Editor: As project manager for Taylor Energy Center-and a future Taylor County resident-it is personally important to me that we hear and address any concerns Taylor County residents have about the .project. Over the past few weeks, our team held two open houses-one in Steinhatchee and one in Perry. Our goal with these open houses was to learn more about the community and to hear the residents' thoughts and ideas about our project. The majority of the' comments we received fell into three categories-environment and health, economic development and traffic. We carefully listened to your thoughts and concerns, and we will continue to address these issues as we move forward with this project. As we plan and design the Taylor Energy Center, protecting the enviroriment will be one of our foremost goals. Already, we have incorporated the most advanced and effective emission control technologies available into the plant's design. Substantial advances in this technology over the past decade will ensure that emission levels will meet or exceed ''' B-3 Taco Times March 22, 2006 Letters to the Editor Dear Editor: "Life's Journey. Help Starts Here." This theme for National Professional Social Work Month captures the essence of professional social workers' mission. On behalf of the Big Bend Hospice Board of Directors, I extend to all social workers in our eight-county community our heartfelt appreciation for the outstanding services they provide. Big Bend Hospice's 31 social workers Collaborate with colleagues in Leon, Jefferson, Madison, Taylor, Gadsden, Liberty, Wakulla and Franklin counties to meet the needs of our patients and families as the face the end of life's journey. These professionals combine resources to meet unique needs. Imagine being confronted with negotiating the Medicare and Medicaid maze, seeking disability coverage, finding daily support and care, acquiring medical equipment, or simply providing three meals a day for people too sick to shop and cook. Professional social workers know how to negotiate the mazes, how to expedite the processes, and how to find the services that meet the needs. Big Bend Hospice counselors specialize in the field of end of life care, and in grief and loss counseling. The Big Bend Hospice, Caring Tree counselors are trained to work with youth. They form an outstanding team working with case managers, discharge planners, and other social workers to provide the highest level of care in the Big Bend area while promoting dignity for everyone, especially the most vulnerable. Thank you for caring! Mollie Hill Wildland fires are becoming more common as people build their homes in more wooded areas. Of woodland fires Escaped burning, arson main causes. WILDFIRE Continued from page 2 acres," Fish said. Even though Florida is the lightning capital of the world, DOF statistics indicate that escaped burning and arson are still the two. main causes of wildland fires in' Florida. "Wildland fires are becoming more common as people begin building their homes in the more. rural, wooded outskirts," Fish said. Fish and other DOF officials refer to this outlying fringe area, where nature encounters civilization, as the wildland/urban interface. "Almost one-third of Florida's population lives in these interface areas where structures intermingle with forests," Fish said. Fish urges people to be wise while burning. "Things like palm fronds and other yard trash are items that can be burned without authorization, as long as it's during daylight hours. supervised at all times and set back from structures," Fish said. The Department o(f Environmental Protection (DEP i provides more detailed instructions for the legal burning of yard waste. but all, large-scale pasture and pineland burnings require authorization by DOF, Fish said. During an average year, the Florida DOF authorizes prescribed fire treatment for almost 2 million acres across the state, including land in Taylor County. "In a county that is almost 80 percent forested, it is important that we take every precaution necessary," Fish said. ~R9Wutek~ a~re~ \Aolys.~ 9-A~2 HousehOld Office Apartment Big or Small...We can move it all! Dependable Free Estimates W also'& Reliable Local Pak & 2 Guys, Truck & Trailer Ship '584-3776 (W) Licensed 584-2270 (H)- !i || ...5 (Serving Perry & Surrounding Counties) "IS ONE YEAR'S SALARY ENOUGH LIFE INSURANCE" CALL ME TO FIND OUT HOW f- MUCH LIFE INSURANCE YOU : REALLY NEED. .. .. Mark Pelt, Agent 584-5188 10OOA Jefferson St. AlliSIadta All'.taie Property and Casualty Insurance Company, Allstate Indemnity Company and Allstate Life Insurance Company, Home Office: Northbrook, Illinois. @2002 Allstate Insurance Company Help prevent damage from bark beetles, diseases, and wildfire through practices that promote healthy pines. * Thin dense pine stands. * Control understory plant competition. * Minimize tree wounds during harvests. PREVENT SgB * Use prescribed fire. * Harvest low-vigor stands and replant. * Plant species right for the soil and site. A message from the Florida Department 'of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Forestry, the University of Florida/IFAS, and the USDA ForestService. ',; TI ) ; ' sGN UP rOAYA R SAVE UP TO ' per month . for six months!' +fsespes for earhin an6srfng + feeintalaton nocotrct +alwas o dedica-ed access +*iprve Secriy6Sit +tl-free 2.7 teh6upor + feetis- trick newsette -eup o 7 -mi a6dde.0 -& 6mb person A rewarding job with the nation's leading bottled water company may be closer than you think. Nestle Waters North America is hiring. Nestle has several immediate openings at its Madison County bottling facility. Employment opportunities are available for flexible and self-motivated individuals seeking careers in production, maintenance, logistics and quality assurance. Machine Operators $S112 per hour Fork Lift Operators S1125 per hour Blowmold Technicians $1350 per hour Quality Assurance Techs $1350 per hour Line Mechanics $1750 per hour Nestle Waters offers great starting pay, ranging from $1125 to $1750 an hour depending upon the position. Our outstanding benefits package includes health and dental insurance along with a 401K and profit-sharing plans. Stop'by and fill out an application (directions below), and take the first step toward a challenging and rewarding future . with Nestle Waters. Applications are also available at Employment Connection centers in Madison, Perry, and Live Oak, Florida. For more information, calJ Nestle Waters at (850) 971-2100 or yisit our website at www.madisonblue.org. Ctions.- From 1-10: Take exit 262 North through the,t wn of Lee to SR 6. Turn East (RIGHT) for approx. 3 miles to Hawthorn Road. Look for the Deer Park sign. Turn RIGHT on Hawthorn Road and follow the signs to the parking area. From 1-75: Take exit 460 turn West approx. 15 miles. Entrance is on LEFT. Equal opportunity employer M/F/V/D NORTH AMERICA www. fl-dof.com -- Ilrrr~ B-4 The Taco Times March 22, 2006 Small. a Yard Sale: Saturday, March 25, 8:00 am 3 Bed/2 Bath, 1380 sq. ft., fire place, Avon Representatives needed in this area. Wanted Gr6undskeeper, Part time Avon RepresentativesaneededminEthismare 2:00 pm, 113W. Leon St. nicely landscaped with 18x18ft. Gazebo Only $10 start-up kit. Call me today. 850- positi on for small farm, Equipment 2/22,24 $135,000. Call 850-584-8466. 584-6289 or 850-843-2605 provided, mostly yard work, some . .. ........ 3/17-4/12 3/17-4/11 livestock. Senior Citizen. Okay. Salary 3/174/ 1 open. Call 584-9668 leave message. 6 t sue lasrsa ofegar i mi South of Lake 3/22-3/31W0 For Salell Used Dryers have 8 in stock need to move them all $99.00 each call Mark at 584-6021 1/27tfnSH VACATION RENTAL Franklin, N.C., sleeps 6, fireplace, cable, near attractions. Call 223-2627 or 838-0851. 3/17-3/29 City, FL. 46ac. & 39 ac. $15,000 per ac. 223-2627 or 838-0851 3/17-3/22 Land for sale, 221 between Shiloh Church Rd. and Cairo Parker Rd. 1 acre lots with paved roads. Owner financing available, Please call (386) 658-1346 or (850) 584- 7466. tfEF Spacious, Luxury Ranch Home 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms Large, modernized country kitchen with wood-burning fireplace Huge airy sunroom Beautiful master bedroom with bath suite' Bright family room adjacent to game room Detached 2 1/2 car garage Visit www.ForSaleByOwner.com for details and pictures Shown by appointment (850) 584-3167 or (229) 551-1633 : Duracraft Bran Saw, 12 inch 2 speed $45,. Plainer by set Equipment $150, Sears Craftsman 10 inch Radial Arm Saw $175 with stand, 10 inch Radial Arm Saw Black & Decker.$145, Dremel 12 inch Scroll Saw 2 speed $45, Mekita Chop Saw with Degrees $75, Edison 10 inch Bran Saw $45, Paint Compressor Hoses & Gun, with stand $275, Craftsman 12" Band Saw with stand $145 CALL MARK at 584-6021 !!!! S2/15tfnSH VACATION RENTALS Cherry Lake 4 bedroom log home sleeps 16, ski, fish, -,swim, Accommodates 2-3 families,, 20 minutes from Wild Adventures, Call 904- 363-1610. visit us at www RadioffRetreat com. 3/1-3/24 For Sale Peacocks, male and female. We also have wood chips and sawdust., for sale Call 850-584-4374 3/15.3/24 For Sale Prom Dress/ Evening Dress/ -Dimnner Dress, size small 3 jet skis on one trailer (ready for water) $12,000 Call Larry at 838-0139 3/22-3/24 Fire fox right-handed bow $100, Kawasaki 220 3 wheeler needs minor repair $200, Electric scooter $100, Gas stove, white, works good. $95. Please call 584-4473 or 672-1056 . 3/22-3/24 Solid Carved Mahogany plant stand $40, blue/mauve/teal cream love seat $45, mauve Lane recliner $25 call 584-2483 3/22-3/24 1 14' overhead rollaay door $500. 1 8'x10' overhead rollaway door $200. You take down. Ask for Gary @-352-650- 8580. 3/17-3/22PWC - Mobile Home RV Park loti for rent $125 per month, water included. Call 850-567-1523 3/15-3/24 * House for Rent 3 bed/2 bath $650 month 2 bedroom apartment $400 Call 584-4678 i 3/8-3/31 WoodridgeApartmentsl! Looking for applicants! Apply now for 1; 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. Equal Housing Opportunity Call 850-584-5668 709 W o l Church St., Perry, FL 32347. TDD/TTY - .711. ; tfWA For Rent: Spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bath furnished singlewide mobile home in quiet country neighborhood. $495 month, $300 5 deposit No pets. 371-1366, leave musaae if no answer ' S3/22 - For Rent 3 bed/2 bath, 2-story house located in town $560 rent + last month + $500 damage deposit No pets. Leave I message to call back 223-3227., i2/15tfnLK Southern Villas of Perry!! New Managementll HUD Vouchers accepted.'l and 2 bedroom H-C cand non-HC accessible apartments. .-Call 856-584-8111. TDD/TTY 711. 315 Puckett Rd Perry, FL 32347. Equal Housing Opportunity. StfSV ___ Classifieds work... Give it a try! 584-5513 Comic Books (cc | Scrap Gold & Go Pocket Watchi Postcards Spc Taylor County I Vintage metal tc 2 bedroom (one extra large with sitting area) 1 1/2 bath, large family room with dinning area. Living room, total electric with built in appliances. Call, 584-5987 $135,000. .3/22-3/24 Mobile Home site for rent 3 1/2 acres, $200 month. Call 584-5643 and leave message. 3/22 Singlewide 3bd/lbth can be 2/2. All appliances, washer, dryer, central air, gas heat. Good condition. $13,000 Call 578- 2484 3/17-3/31 28x56 D.W. 3 bed/2 bath. Deck on front and back, shed, Central Heat & Air, ceiling fans throughout. Call 850-371-0016. 3/17-3/24. Tri-County Electric Cooperative, Inc. Post Office Box 208 Madison, Florida 32341-0208 Telephone 850-973-2285 . Tri-County Electric Cooperative, Inc. is currently accepting applications for the following positions: . (1) A lineman at.the entry-level position. The position would be based out'of the Madison office.- However, the individual will be required to reside in the Monlicello, Florida,. area. The position will require outage stand-by during the week and the weekends as required. All applicants .must possess a valid Florida CDL Class A license. (2) A lineman at the entry-level position. The position would be based out of the Perry office The individual will be required to live in ihe Perry. Florida area Th'e position will require ouiage stand-by during the week and the weekends as required. All applicants must possess a valid Florida CDL Class A license. (3) An automotive mechanic at the advanced level position. The position will be based out of the Madison office. The applicant must have working knowledge of, diesel and gasoline engines and hydraulic systems in addition tc basic automotive repair and maintenance. The salary will be based upon experience and training. Tri-County Electric Cooperative, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free and smoke free work place. Tri-County Electric Cooperative, Inc., offers a benefit and retirement package. The closing date for the accepting applications is March 31, 2006. Applications may be obtained from Tri-County Electric Cooperativeis offices. - Applications should be returned to the attention of Tri-County Electric Cooperativeis Engineering andOperations Department. Tri-County Electric Cooperative reserves the right to reject any and all applications. 3/8-3/31, , Relief Advocates Taylor County Taylor County. Provide crisis intervention and domestic/sexual violence counseling to hotline callers and residents. Assist residents and their children in,' a corimunity living environment. Crisis intervention skills required. Part-time, every other Weekend and vacation coverage may require some overnighis. Requires Bachelor's degree in social work or two years related experience. AA/EOE Refuge House is committed to respecting and valuing diversity. Please send resume with cover letter slating position being applied for to Refuse House, Inc. PO Box 20910 Tallahassee FL 32316 Fax 413.0395 12/28rfn U 7 ., .-. ' FT Bookkeeper Advent Christian Village 658-JOBS (5627) www.ACVillage.net FT bookkeeper position in Finance Accounting -and some post secondary education preferred. PC experience required. Must be detail oriented. Benefits include health, dental, life, disability, 403b savings, AFLAC, access to onsite daycare and fitness facilities. EOE; Drug Free Workplace, Criminal background checks required. Apply in 'person at ACV Personnel Department Mon. thru Fri., 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., Carter Village Hall, 10680 CR 136, Dowling Park, FL; fax resume to (386) 658-5160; or visit www.ACVillage.net 3/15-3/24 HOUSEKEEPERS NEEDED Experienced housekeeper needed. Dependable with reliable transportation is a must. Please apply in person at Steinhatchee Landing Resort, 203 Ryland Circle, Steinhatchee, FL 32359. 352-498- 3513. 12/9tfnSL We are looking for self-motivated, hard- 'working carpenters and pallet-rackers for work in Florida and the South-East. Travel, a reliable vehicle, and tools a must. You receive travel time and mileage to jobsite, per diem, and paid lodging. Pay is based on experience. Dagasa Fixtures & Displays is a drug-free workplace. Call 813-832-1101x202. Ask for Dan. 3/17-3/29 Taylor County Full-Time Outreach/ Courthouse Advocate Provide counseling and crisis intervention to victims of domestic and/or sexual violence. Assist clients with the injunction process: Provide community education on the dynamics of domestic and sexual violence and facilitate-support groups, Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field 6f,(3) years experience in short-term counseling, crisis intervention, and injunction assistance Nancy Phillips, Business Manager Refuge House Inc Saving Lives Building Hope Ending' Violence S www.Refugehouse.com Snphillips5refugehouse.com P.O. Box 20910 Tallahassee, FL 32316 .800-500-1119 or 681-2111 (24 hour crisis line) 922-6062 Office 413-0395 Fax 3/22-3/24. Pre-school Director needed for church operation. Degree and referrals necessary. Call 352-650-8580 ask for Pastor Gary Gossett. OI4 "e/OOD\A/r* TAYLOR COUNTY BCC POSITION VACANCIES Mosquito Control Truck Driver (seasonal/part time) = $6.49/hr. Day Camp Counselor temporary/ part time $6.49 $11.01 (salary depends on education & experience) Animal Control Officer $9.31/hr. Fire Fighter-$10.78/hr. Entire job description, requirements and applicatioancan be obtained from www.tcfl- libinfo.com or Taylor Employment Connections, 1702 S. Jefferson Street. Positions open until filled. EEONP/DT/ background check employer. 3/22tfnBCC Drivers Gotta Move On? HOGAN VAN offers 98% no touch freight Home most weekends Super Benefit package Start up to $.37 with a $2,500 sigA on Bonus EOE Class A 800-444-6042 Part time teller needed. Salary dependent on experience. Please send resume to P.O. Box 1787 Perry, FL 32348 3/10-3/29 Rocky's Convenience Store is opening soon. Now accepting applications for cashiers and deli personnel. Call 584- 6555 between 8:30 11:00 a.m. M-F 3/10-3/24 DIGITAL COURT RECORDER Stale position available with the Courts of the Third Judicial Circuit to cover proceedings using digital audio recording systems and producing transcripts from the recordings. Graduation from a standard high school and two years of secretarial and/or clerical experience necessary, preferably in the legal field, Successfully completed. studies beyond the high school level may substitute for the required experience on a year for year basis. .Ability to type 55 correct words per minute. Must be adept in computer word processing applications,. Resumes must be received in Court Administration before March' 30, 2006. Submit resume with State of Florida; applicatiori'to: Human Resources P.O. Box 1569 Lake City, FL 32056 ADA Compliant/EOE 3/17-3/29AOC. BADCOCK HOME FURNITURE & MORE is seeking.a part-time sales person. Working on Saturday is a must. Apply in person. 1003 S. Jefferson St. 3/8tfnBC HWE. W FNURHISMfM ollectibles-any year) Id Silver Dollars es Diamonds xrts Memorabilia e Historical Items )ys/wind-up toys I Help Wanted Badcock and More Set up and delivery. Must be 21 -yrs old License Required Good Driving Record No phone calls apply in person. 1003 S. Jefferson St. .11/11tfBC Receptionist/.FPayroll/ Accts.. Payable. Must be organized, have a friendly/helpful approach to working with people, and have 'good basic math and computer skills. Peach Tree computer system experience a plus. Must be able to calmly deal with people who are anxious and under stress. Hours of work normally 9-6 Monday-Friday. please apply to Amy Carver, Lafayettee Health Care Center, 512 W. Main St., Mayo, FL 386-294-3300. 3/17-3/29LHC Priced tn-S ll! APALACHEE CENTER A Behavioral Health Care Center is currently seeking: Adult Case Manager #2156 A minimum of a bachelor's degree with a major in counseling, social work, psychology, criminal justice, nursing, rehabilitation, special education, Health education, or related human services field;" or a bachelor's degree and two years full: time or equivalent experience working with adults experiencing serious mental illness valid Driver's license. Shift 8 AM 5 PM / Monday- Friday Salary: $10.75 per hour or $12.92 OPS Status Licensed Therapist (#2267a) Masters degree from an accredited university or college with a major in the field psychology, or a related human services field and two years of professional experience in providing services to persons with behavioral illness. License required, Some 'local travel required. Substance abuse knowledge preferred. Shift: variable hours, some Late Afternoon work required. Clinical Supervision Specialist (#1451) Masters Degree from an accredited university or college with a major in the field of counseling, social work, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation, special education, health education, or a related human services, health care, or management field. Shift: 8 AM 5 PM/ Monday Friday OPS-FEMA Team Leader (#2264) Masters Degree from an accredited' university or college with a major in the field of counseling, social work, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation,, special education, health education, or related human services field with one (1) year of full-time or equivalent related' professional experience or a Bachelors Degree from an accredited University or College with a major in the field of counseling, social work, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation, special education,. health education, or a related Human services field and three (3) years of full- time or equivalent related professional experience. Clinical Supervision experience preferred. Shift: variable. OPS-FEMA Crisis Counselor (#2262) A bachelor'd degree from an accredited University or college with a major in counseling, social work, psychology, criminal justice, nursing, rehabilitation, special education, health education, or a related Human services field;:or other \ Bachelor's degree from an accredited University or college with one (1) year of full-time or equivalent workor volunteer experience in a social service, health care, or related field, shift: variable For more information and a complete listing of available positions: www.apalacheecenter.org Human Resources 2634-J Capital Circle NE. Taliahassee, FL Pre-Hire Drug Screen & FDLE background check An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Drug-Free Workplace 3/22-3/24APC Buckeye Cafe' looking for experienced grill cook. Must be able to work evening ,and midnight shift, Apply at Taylor Employment Connections 1702 S. Jefferson Street, 3/15-24HCK Aaron's, with 1,200 stores & GROWING, seeks high energy Delivery Drivers to join our Team. Closed Sunday!. *.Great Pay APPLY IN PERSON * Medical/Dental Plan 1919 W. Tennessee St. I * Bonus franmaun@msn.com Tallahassee, Fl. + i: NURSES ' S NURSES SBig Bend Hospice NURSES You can have it all... Competitive salary great benefits, and an opportunity for professional growth while doing the work you love. Full-Time RN/Case Manager Home care nurses needed for Gadsden, Liberty, Madison and Taylor Counties Great benefit package! 1 year nursing experience required. Interested candidates can apply in person or by faxing a resume to (850) 575-6814 or APPLY ONLINE! at www.bigbendhospice.org EOE/DFWP/ADA Smoke Free Workplace Well-Established Office Supply Business For Sale just walk right in and take over..,as easy as that! Price includes two city lots, all inventory, fixtures...everything. S *I" 1310 S. Jefferson St. in Perry Excellent location All this for only $375,000. Call Jan Fessler @ 386-364-8407 CalI ark So thega d ( 50 58 -6 21 so o g g -~n t iaM Century zuu uoat, Motor & irailer 21' with 150 Yamaha Saltwater Series motor, galvanized tandem axle trailer, bimini top, bow rails, New VHF radio, New AM/FM/CD player, fresh water washdown, raw water washdown, Garmin dash mount GPS, 2 livewells with air pump/fish well, custom leaning post, hydraulic steering, stainless steel prop, full safety gear, dive ladder and platform, anchor walk and lock, - EXCELLENT CONDmON...READYTO FISH $10,000 Call Bart @ (352) 498-5781 (days) (850) 584-8563 eveningss) Taylor County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for two certified Corrections positions. Some benefits are as follows: salary $30,000/year, employer paid health, dental, life, officer's life insurance and retirement, 12-hr rotating shifts, annual leave, sick leave and paid holidays. You may pick up an application at the Sheriffs Office and for questions contact Danielle Ellison at 584-4225. The Taylor County Sheriff's Office is .an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. 3/17-3/22SHF .Wanted dead or alive: Junk cars;, trucks, tractors, etc. Wanted Izuzu and Toyota trucks for export. 386-688-3999. . 1/18tfS We are 3 adorable cats, about a year old, searching for a loving home: Two of us are calicos and one of us is a gray.Tabby. We are all very polite and use our litter box. We have had all our shots and we have been spayed. Call 584-9107,;, 3/10-3/21 Cocker Spanial puppies. 10 weeks, with health certificates. $2501$300 call 352- 498-8043 3/22-4/14 FURNITVRE APPIJANCESl I B-5 The Taco Tir zEEj S March 22, 2006' i-1 MISSING- Cherished Black Lab/ Spaniel mix lat'seen wearing an orange collar with a blue Rabies tag. Reward available if found want information dead or alive. Call 584-9892 or 843-0180 3/ltfnCH VW Sand Rail Dune Buggy. Runs good, lights and brake lights. Lots of fun $1500 call 838-2863. 1986 Chevy Caprice 4D, Power window, seats, etc. runs good, new tires $1000. Price negotiable. 1985 Plymouth Voyoger Best Offer, and a 1985 Buick Regal T-Top (blown engine) Best offer. Call 223-2919 if interested. 3/22-4/7 SPRINGTIME CLEANING!Ml Let us Spring Clean your Home! Window and more, Free estimates call 584-2535 or (cell) 295-0083. References Available. 3/15-4/7 TREE REMOVAL, STUMP GRINDING Free Estimates, Bucket Truck Available, branches trimmed. Licensed & Insured. Call John (Sesock), (850) 584-2027 or (850) 591-8301. 3/10-4/7 VIOLET HILTON'S CLEANING SERVICEE Licensed and Insured. Home, Business, parties, etc.., You will see a difference! References available. Work Guaranteed. Call 850-843-1112 (cell) or for emergency cleaning call 850-584- 2407. 3/1-3/31 F 14L M lT-l Aaron's, with 1,200 stores & GROWING, seeks high energy successful Managers & Assistant Managers to join our Team. Closed Sunday! j6 a * Great Pay APPLY IN PERSON * Medical/Dental Plan 1919 W. Tennessee St. * Bois franmaun@msn.com Tallahassee, Fl. For Sale-1974 Bronco- Runs great/ new brakes/ needs some body work- Great Hunting vehicle Sale at $2800.00 Call Mark 850-584-6021. '12/14tfnSH 1995 Honda Accord LAX, V6, 4-door Sedan; also 1988 Camaro.350, 4-speed,' automatic. CALL 584-7722 OR 843-2196 3/8-3/31 94- Ford Escort 4-door, 4 cyl, 5 speed,, 35mpg., runs good AC. AM/FM $1,800 OBO. Call 584-9640 3/17-3/24 2Q004 Yamaha 19 ft.. Blue Wave, 90 horse :power motor. Excellent condition. Needing pay off, too many kids not enough money. around $9,000. Great deal!l! Call us @ 223-1863 or 584-5085. Ask for Candy or -Billy. a244$24 2001 Blaster. Lots of after market parts. Runs great. $1800. call 223-1053 or 672- 9335. NEW 10 cubic FT. Pull behind trailers. Great for yard work, pull behind your .mower. Have 40 in stock Must Selll!! $8000 each, Call Mark at 584-6021 1/27tfnSH I, Todd Knight, will not be responsible for 'any debts other than my own effective March 15, 2006 MURRAY SERVICES Lawn Care & House Cleaning Licensed and Bonded S Commercial & Residential. mowing, weed eating, shrubbery care; flower beds, general house cleaning, after ..'.party cleaning, and more! FREE ESTIMATES!!I . S' (Home) 850-584-8420. . (Cell) 850-371-0530 2/10-2/22 Excellent Care for your elderly loved one Over 16 years experience. References available Call 584-5165 Please leave,. name and number. ' 3/22-3/24 A+ Blnco Home Cleaning Service, (850) 672-1298. Letty Blanco. Licensed & Insured. 3/1 5tfBCS GUIF COAST METAL 4C A Whole Sale Transmissions used & rebuilt. I also buy old transmissions for Cores. 850-843-2904, or 850-584-3193. 3/8tfnRS CARPET & VINYL Installation and repairs done at a good price. No overhead. Direct savings to you. 30 years experience. 850-838-9050. Please leave message. 01/04tfnBR TREE CAPITAL CLEANING UPHOLSTERY '& CARPET CLEANING. Dries in 3-4 hours 584-CLEAN (584-2532) " STUMP GRINDING AND PRESSURE WASHING. Free Estimates!! Call Billy Blue at 838-1307 or 672-0955 3/10tfnBB J.D;'s Tree Service and Lawn Care. Licensed and insured. Free estimates. We also grind,stumps. Call today 838-1280. Firewood for sale. A -2 Z Farm and Lawn Services Harrowing, bush hog mowing, dirt leveling, rake work and complete lawn services. Call 584-6737, -leave message. tfn The Handyman experts, honest workI Affordable, professional, licensed and insured. Specializing in house painting, interior, etc., mobile home repairs, home maintenance, pressure washing (wood and concrete) carpet, vinyl, wood floor, ceramic tile, and repairs. Call 584-2270 (home) or 584-3776 (office). 25 years. tfJM Buddy's Pressure washing. Lawn Service Gutter Roof Cleaning, and lots more. Call ,for free estimates. 223-2342. If no answer please leave message. .....3/1-3/31 IAYLOR COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY ,.: COMMISSIONERS NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR BIDS ine ia,,ior Co-:,,Jn' --..:f Cf ':"ujra, Corn-,rni ,cnerI isI -o.:itinga Seoia o01.1 l ri ..janirciol Serice. if,-, r al: ,,1 CooiJr',l Cournou; e & Liriaorv QuOiie,' i lrrt:- r.,r inoi.ijdudois ,eslina i,: 3' Wide S Galvalume Full line of 3' Wide accessories in stock Painted 1 Special Flashings Made All Types Warranted Metal Available S Cut toyour d,7.id lengths Deli" .ry Service Available Call Toll-Free 888-393-0335 352-498-0778 Horseshoe Beach, Fl. Now Accepting Applications Managers, Trainees Sale Clerks (Full-Time &Part-Time) Deli Food Service Positions (Full-Time & Part-Time) Sales Associate Cashier Positions S (Full-Time & Part-Time) ;; Salary based on experience, benefits offer included, healthcare; insurance available Apply in person at any Waco Food Store or Ware Oil & Supply 2715 S. Byron Butler Pkwy., Perry, Fl. provide the required services must submit their bid package in an envelope or similar package marked "Sealed bids for JANITORIAL SERVICES FOR TAYLOR COUNTY COURTHOUSE & LIBRARY" to the Clerk of Court, 1st Floor Courthouse, 108 North Jefferson Street, Suite 102, or P.O. Box 620, Perry, Florida 32348, to arrive no later than 4:00 P.M., local time, on April 3, 2006. All bids MUST have the respondent's name and mailing address clearly shown on the outside of the envelope or package when submitted. Bids will be opened and bidders/respondents announced at 6:30 P.M. local time, or as soon thereafter as practical, on April 3, 2006, in the Taylor County Administrative Complex, Old Post Office, 201 East Green Street, Perry, Florida 32347. Bid documents MUST be obtained from the Clerk of Court, 1st. Floor Courthouse, 108 North Jefferson St., or P.O. Box 620, Perry, Florida 32348, (850)838-3506. The County reserves the right, in its sole and absolute discretion, to reject any or all bids, to cancel or withdraw this bid at any time and waive any Irregularities In the bid process. The County reserves the right to award any contracts) to the bidder/respondent which it deems to offer the best overall service, therefore, the County Is not bound to award any contracts) based on the lowest quoted price. The County, In Its sole and absolute discretion, also reserves the right to waive minor defects In the process and to accepts the bid deemed to be In the County's best interest. The County, In its sole and absolute discretion, also reserves the right to assign a local business preference in an amount of five (5) percent of the bid price. No faxed bids will be accepted, For additional Information contact: Taylor County Facilities Maintenance Department 201 East Green Street Perry, FL 32347 (850)838-3500 ex. 1 By the order of the Board of County . Commissioners, Taylor County, Florida. 3/15,3/22 State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection Notice of Draft Permit * The Department of Environmental protection gives notice of Its preparation of a draft permit for Gulf Breeze Water Reclamation Facility to Gulf Breeze Partner, LLC, 13410 NW 49th Lane, Gainesville, FL 32606 to construct and operate a new 0.039 MGD three- month average daily flow (TMADF) permitted capacity activated sludge membrane bioreactor domestic wastewater treatment facility (WWTF). The WWTF consists of two finescreens (one serves as a backup), one equalization/anoxic basin, two membrane bioreactor (MBR) basins, two chlorine contact basins, and one aerobic digester. The final effluent Is reused via a restricted public access Irrigation system. The residuals are transported to a DEP-permitted RMF or a DEP- permitted WWTF for further treatment and final disposal. The facility will be located at latitude 29 degrees 40'31"N, longitude 83 degrees 23' 59"W on SW Corner of 5th Ave. North & 5th St. West, Steinhatchee, FL 32359 In Taylor County. Any Interested person may submit written comments on the draft permit of the Department or may submit a written request' for a public meeting to D. Anh Vo, P.E., Northeast District Office, 7825 B .3 r. cl :. : W a y :.u t L. Ee :0r j .J k .:.r,. .ii- FL 25 .: "- ': n-, accordance with rule 62-620.555 of, the Florida Administrative Code. The comments or request for a public meeting must contain the information set forth below and must be received in the Office within 30 days of publication of this notice. Failure to submit comments or request a public meeting, within this time period shall constitute a waiver of any right such person may have to submit comments or request a public meeting under Rule 62-620.555, Florida Administrative Code. The comments of request for a public meeting must contain the following information: (o)The commenter's name, address, and telephone number, the applicant's name and address, the Department Permit File Number and the county in which the project is proposed; (B)A statement of how and when notice of the Department action or proposed action was received; (C) A statement of the facts the Department should consider in making the final decision; (d) A statement of which rules or statutes require reversal or modification of the Department action or proposed action; and (e) If desired, a request that a public meeting be scheduled including a statement of the nature of the issues proposed to be raised at the meeting. However, the Department may not always grant a request for a public meeting. Therefore written comments should be submitted within 30 days of publication of this notice, even if a public meeting Is requested. If a public meeting is scheduled the public comment period is extended until the close of the public meeting. If a public meeting is held any person may submit oral or written statements and data at the meeting on the Department proposed action. As a result of significant public comment of the Deportment final action may be different from the position taken by it in this draft permit. The permit application file and supporting data are available for public inspection during normal business hours, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except legal holidays, at Northeast District Office, 7825 Baymeadows Way, Suite B200, Jacksonville, FL 32256-7590, Tel. 904-807- 3300 3/22 NOTICE PURSUANT TO FLORIDA STATUTE 125.66 Notice is hereby given that the Board of County Commissioners of Taylor County, Florida will hold a public hearing on the passage of the proposed Ordinance granting an Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption to Lance Mfg, the public hearing shall be held at the Board of County Commission Meeting Room, Taylor County Courthouse Annex, Old Post Office Building In Perry, Florida, at the regular board meeting on Monday, April 3, 2006 at 6:35 P.M. The title of the proposed ordinance is: An ordinance granting an Economic ,Development Ad Valorem Tax exemption to Lance MFG; specifying the Items exempted; providing an expiration date for the exemption; finding that the business meets the requirements of F.S. 196.012; providing for proof of eligibility for exemption; providing a requirement for an annual report; providing for severability; and providing an effective date. The proposed ordinance may be Inspected by the public at the Clerk of the Circuit Court's Office at the Taylor County Courthouse, Perry, Taylor County, Florida. , All members of the public are welcome to attend. Notice is further hereby given, pursuant to Florida Statute 286.0105, that any person or persons deciding to, appeal any matter considered at this public hearing will need a record of the Shearing eidnemay need-o.ensure, that or verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record Includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. , Dated this 14th day of March, 2006, by Annie Mar Murphy, Clerk of the Circuit Court and Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners of Taylor County, Florida. 3/22 tSun&Stars Let us help you Really, LL reach your dreams! Personal Service Specialists Debby Howard Licensed Real Estate Broker Debbie Calhoun Realtor (850) 223-1849 Fax (850) 223-2037 Cell (386) 590-0848 119 E. Green St. Suite 207-A* Perry. www.sunandstarsrealty.com Email: armadillo @gtcom.net Now Hiring Nurses & CNAS Full-Time or Part-Time Sign-On Bonuses Certified Activity Director Full-Time Risk Manager RN Only, Full-Time, Mon.-Fri. Marshall Health & Rehabilitation Center 1-850-584-6334 207 Marshall Drive Perry, Fl. 32347 Drug Free Workplace, Equal Opportunity Employer Notice of Public Hearing Hearing Date: April 18, 2006 Subject of Hearing: Local Wellness Policy THE DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD OF TAYLOR COUNTY WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE ABOVE DATE FOR APPROVAL OF SAID SUBJECT ITEM. THIS HEARING WILL BE HELD AT THE SCHOOL BOARD MEETING. THE PUBLIC IS INVITED TO ATTEND TO EXPRESS THEIR OP4NIONS/CONCERNS. THE PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD AT THE ADMINISTRATIVE .COMPLEX, SCHOOL BOARD MEETING ROOM, 318 North Clark Street. A copy of this policy may be obtained from the Superintendent's Office. Oscar M. Howard Jr. Superintendent of Schools 3/22, 3/29, 4/5, 4/12 NOTICE The Taylor County Board of County Commissioners and The TAYLOR SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER, INC. Board of Directors, will hold a joint public hearing, Monday, April 3, 2006, 7:00 P.M., or as soon thereafter as possible, to hear a request for additional funding/ services for TAYLOR SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER, INC. The public hearing will be held at the Taylor County Courthouse Annex 201 E. Green Street, Old Post Office Complex, as a part of the regular meeting of the commission. All members of the public are welcome to attend. Notice is further given, pursuant to Florida statutes 286.0105, that any persons deciding to appeal any matter considered at this meeting will 'need a record of the meeting and may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. Dated this 14th day of March, 2006, Clinic: Certified Medical Assistant, Part-Time Licensed Practical Nurse, Full-Time EMS: Emergency Medical Tech, PRN Flight Paramedic, PRN By Annie Moe Murphy, Clerk of the Circuit Court and Clerk of the Board of County Commissioies of Taylor County, Florida. 3/22 Coall for Bids PROJECT: Air Conditioning/Heat Pump/Air Handler at-: Christ Episcopal Church Monticello,:: Florida. Scope of project Includes _ purchases and Installation of fonc(4):' complete heating and air conditioning systems in the .existing church and removal and disposal of four (4) water: to air systems located in the ceiling of- same church to be completed within 90,: days of award of contact. Boa-i, Henderson, Project Manager, will. receive sealed proposals fro.- LICENSED CONTRACTORS ONLY. Call 850-*' 997-4116 for more information: concerning document availability. ,- Documents are available for review at : the church office, 425 North Cherry, : Street, Monticello, Florida 32344. BOND.' REQUIREMENTS: 100% labor and material payment and performance bond-man be required from successful bidders at the Project Manager's option. PREBID': MEETING: There will be a mandatory pre-bid meeting conducted at Christ Episcopal Church, 425 North Cherry::: Street, Monticello, Florida 32344 on the '- following date and time: Thursday, 16 B; March 2006, at 4:00 p.m. EDT. BID OPENING: Sealed bids shall be received until 4:00 P.M. EST, and read aloud, publicly, on the following date and location: Date: Friday, 7 April 2006. = Location: Christ Episcopal Church office, ' 425 North Cherry Street, Monticello,:= Florida 32344. The Project Managere- reserves ,the right to waive anyil Irregularities and to reject any aad alls- bids: . -". |_ Phlebotomist, PRN Medical Lab Tech, Full-Time Med-Surgq: Registered Nurse, Full-Time, PRN Licensed Practical Nurse, Full-Time, PRN Certified Nursina Assistant, PRN - Home Health: Health Unit Coordinatoi Social Worker, PRN Licensed Practical Nurse, Full-Time Pharmacy: Pharmacist, PRN Imaging Services: Pharmacy Tech, PRN Echo Cardiographer, PRN Drug Free Workplace Equal O0portunity Employer ,PRN Surgical Services: OR Tech, Full-Time , Registered Nurse, Full-Time Registered Nurse Recovery, Full-Time e .M S a S S a Prestige Home Center" Chiefland The Only Factory Outlet on the West Coast NO "DOUBLE TALK" WITH OUR ADVERTISING--'. NO GAMES WITH OUR PRICES! - Any New Home Purchased from Prestige Homes',r- Includes FREE Delivery & Set'Up...PERIODID .- I, p-i 9. . I I --BRAND NEW-_ Choose from 2 or 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Exceeds New Gov't. Standards 7:"- :7 L1$275m Includes AC, Heat, Skirting & Steps No Down Payment for Landowners! (60 Other Homes to Choose From!) Eggs are Cheaper in the Country, So are Prestige Homes! '. S N. Hwy. 19, Chiefland 800-477-2492: RECYCLE Old News is Good News Join us in creating a better world, in which our precious resources are preserved and replenished. We all need to do our part, and recycling is a great start! Recycling sites are available at each roll-off site in the county: Carlton Cemetery, Shady Grove, Harrison-Blue, Salem, Stenhatchee, Blue Springs, Eridu, Hwy. 98 & 14, and Johnson Stripling Rd. Newspapers can also be taken directly to the county's : recycling facility on Highway 98 where hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. . I Employment ORRgrtunifie& Doctors' Memorial Hospital is now hiring for the positions listed below. Our 48-bed acute care fa6flity offers a competitive salary and benefits package, retirement plan, and flexible scheduling. Please fax resume to the Human Resources Department at (850) 584-0661, E-Mail to dianam@doctorsmemorial.com, or call (850) 584-0866. B-6 Taco Times March 22, 2006 .... :_,- U.. U.S.D.A. Inspected Fresh Pork Boston Butt Roast . Tyrlrbl 4- Perry Shopping Center 2020 S. Jefferson St. 584-2565 Mon.-Th. 8am 8 pm, Fri. & Sat. 8am 9pm, Sun. 8am 6pm Cash Credit/Debit Cards Checks Food Stamps Prices good 3/22/06-3/28/06 We reserve the right to limit quantities. Heavy Western Boneless Beef Bottom J Round Roast / zXMWI'rW '*-, ' *.o, -," 4,, ,, + & C' ?: U.S.D.A. Inspected Chicken Breast Jumbo Pack NS U.S.D.A. Inspected Fresh Pork Country Style Ribs Family Pack $ 91b. . . U.S.D.A. Inspected Tyson Whole Fryers lb. Heavy Western Family Bone ess Beef Pack Bottom Round Steak 2 0 1 b. '~ A~' s5~ * A - U.S.D.A. Inspected Fresh Pork Steak * 1> '1 Family Pack 1i lb. , "ii. .. ,.P ' ,V.,;,- .>Z ?: '>' ;, ;. HyGrade Hot Dogs 16 oz. Bob Evans Sausage Patties 3 lb. iti -'-S Sugardale Sliced Bacon 16 oz. AM lb $29^ Lecour's Sandwich Creme Pasta Roni Assorted Flavors 5.1 I oz. A F Cookies 16oz. 9; +++;. Idahoan Mashed Potatoes 28 oz. St ,;,. ' - ;f'. . Folgers Country Roast Coffee 34.5 oz. Little Hug Fruit Drink 'a, c'..'. Asst. Flavors 24--8.8 oz. -'4. *44 44 Diane's Garden Diced Tomatoes Assd. Flavors 14.5 oz. 49W Deliano's Hot & Hearty Stuffed Sandwiches 9 oz. Pillsbury Waffles Blueberry or Buttermilk 12 oz. Coburn Farms I Cottage Cheese 6 oz. $1.'89 'LI Yellow Squash each Tomatoes $1.99 6 pack, 28 oz. Split *:; . y -.- I -I- ........ ".... .........-- &. -I: I ; ~il;r ~^ "~~. 991 9d9 |