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Health Care
Providers No
Longer
Required to
Help If
Conscience
Say No
Effective 30 days from
December 19, 2008, the
right of federally funded
health care providers to
decline to serve patients
with procedures or medi-
cines against their con-
science will be activated.
Doctor as well as individ-
ual employees working
for recipients of certain
funds from the U. S.
Department of Health and
Human Services (HHS)
can refuse doing tasks
they find morally objec-
tionable such as abortions
and sex-change. It is felt
by many that the new
rules will cut off patients'
access to needed informa-
tion and care.

Long-time

Teacher

Dies at 90


Lorraine Alston Phelts
Family and friends of
Lorraine Alston Phelts
mourn her passing on
December 15, 2008. A
native of the city of
Jacksonville, Lorraine
Alston born on March 18,
1918 was the daughter of
Lawrence Henry and
Louise Felicia Hagan
Alston. Her parents and
only sibling Gerald
Alston predeceased her.
Lorraine attended the
first through the twelfth
grades at Boylan-Haven,
a private girls school
established in 1886 by the
Women's Missionary
Society in this city.
During her tenure at
Boylan-Haven she was
skipped two ,grades and
graduated salutatorian of
her class in 1934 at the
age of 16. Furthering her
studies she attended
Spellman College for
Long Continued A-7


Something to Think About


The conversation of the week throughout the United States and the world, is how President George W. Bush was
able to very successfully duck a pair of shoes thrown at his head by Iraqi reporter, al-Zeidi who worked for an
Iraqi-owned television station. The shoe attack occurred when President Bush and Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-
Maliki were about to shake hands at a press conference in Baghdad. Bush expressed humor about the matter.
But when you look at the shoes of our beloved President Elect Barack Obama as he tirelessly work (we don't know
if the' picture has been edited), we are reminded that America is facing a new day with a man who has seen some
rough times. Now we can hold our heads high as we look forward to the changes. Now, we can better relate to
why Time Magazine recognized President-Elect Obama as "The 2008 Person of the Year."


Use of Guns Continues to Affect

Northeast Florida, South Georgia
It was three years ago when Eugene Brown III was shot
while walking home from a football game. His family said
they could pot understand then why he was shot but they
thanked God that he lived.
Sunday night, Brown was shot again, but this time, he did
not live. According to records, Eugene Brown III, 16, was
driving and was shot in the back of his head while being
pursued by Jacksonville Sheriff officers. It is not under-
Eugene Brown III, 16 stood why the Ribault High School student refused to stop
when the police asked him to. It is not understood why or
how he was shot while driving by someone in the car with him. His
friend, 19-year-old Telv Coleman is thought to have pulled the trig-
ger and has been arrested, but only charged for giving police a false
name. The shooting is being investigated.
Other incidents have puzzled law officers and the community
regarding teens and the number of guns they have been found car-
Telv Coleman trying in criminal acts and at school. A recent report showed that
most of the guns have been purchased se Continued on A-7
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Retired Driver
Dies in Accident
While Working to
Help Son
r 1 Quincell
Troutman, a
AM '", retired truck


driver was
helping his
son by driv-


Quincell ing a dump
Troutman, 62 t k
Tuesday. The truck left
front tire blew out and
Quincell lost control near
Chaffee Road on 110 and
the truck hit the support
tower for an electronic
message board.
The highly praised
Quincell died at the
scene. His friends and
relatives said that he was
a good,'fun loving man
that will be truly missed.


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SLeft: President of Brevard NAACP,
Bill Gary with Evangeline Moore,
V-' .daughter of the Moores and Florida
-. .. State Senator Tony Hill. Above: The
S- Moore Home, Harry T. and Harrietta
Moore, where the two civil rights workers were murdered on
Christmas night, 1952. Their daughter joined Gary and Hill
for the ground breaking of the park in Mims, Florida.


News Briefs [
Georgia Woman Arrested Over Head Scarf


does not permit or prohibit
head scarfs, Lisa Valentine,
S40, was ordered to remove
.'h,; her head scarf at a court-
/ . house security checkpoint in
S.Douglasville, Georgia, an
Atlanta suburb. The judge
said she violated a court pol-
icy. Mrs. Valetine is a
Muslim and recently moved to Georgia from Connecticut.
When she refused to removed her headgear, he sentenced
her to ten days in iail for contempt of court.


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Chrysler, Ford
to Close for
One Month
Because of sluggish
sales, and failure of help
from, the U. S.
Government, Chrysler
and Ford will close their
plants for about a month
and GM feels they will
not have enough money
to pay their bills within a
few weeks.
The temporary closing
of the plants will strongly
affect the U. S. economy.
President Bush has
announced that he is
working on some other
avenues to assist the U. S.
automakers as they await
word about government
loans. Last week, the
house approved help but
the Senate did not.


Founder of Justice Coalition Shot
Ted Hires, founder of Justice Coalition, was found
dead in a workshop building in his back yard
Wednesday. According to reports, Hires, 62, died from
a gunshot wound. Gun-cleaning supplies were found
inside the workshop. Neighbors say they heard a sin-
gle shot. The incident is being investigated.
Mr. Hires founded the Justice Coalition after his busi-
ness, Sonny's Barbeque, was robbed several times. He
sold the restaurants and formed the Justice Coalition
and became an advocate for law enforcement and vic-
tims' rights. He later moved to Tennessee but recently
returned to Jacksonville.
Collier Survives after 14 Bullets and
Attend Jaguar Game, Tosses Coin
SThe crowd
stood on
their feet as
Richard
Collier
returned to
the field for
the first
time since
he was shot
14 times in
August.
He lost one
leg and is
in a wheel
chair but in
good spirit.
He said he
h a s
learned. -


Hurting Families With
Children in Crime, Inc
Hurting Families With Children in Crime, Inc., in
their effort for "No More Silence! Stop the
Violence!" campaign, will have a breakfast on
December 27 at 9 a.m. at the Greater Faith Christian
Ministries, 590 Edgewoood Avenue South,


45% Increase in Florida Food Stamps
Presently, 1.7 million Floridians are receiving food
stamps, a 45 percent increase since 2007. This is the
highest increase of any state in the nation. Duval
County has a 24 percent increase in applications.






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On October 4, 1957, his-
tory changed with the Soviet
Union's successful launch of
Sputnik I, the world's first
man-made satellite.
Americans were alarmed
that we had been outpaced
technologically and saw the
Soviet feat as a threat to our
national security. In order to
catch up with the Russians,
our nation swung into action
and infused new funding
and resources into scientific
research on a priority basis
that resulted in new labs
springing up all over the
country. To support this
national initiative, schools
upgraded and expanded
math and science instruction
at every level. Congress
established scholarships and
grants to enable young peo-
ple to pursue science and
engineering majors in col-
lege and graduate schools.
These efforts paid off as a
new generation of American
scientists and engineers was
produced and the United
States became the Mecca for
scientific research in virtual-
ly all fields. Now, five
decades later, we are again
on the verge of falling
behind technologically,
largely because of a failure
to provide world class sci-
ence and math instruction in
our schools.
Physician and geneticist


Francis Collins, the former
director of the National
Human Genome Research
Institute, warns that the
decline in math and science
education has placed our
nation in great peril. He
charges that the scientific
and technological elements
upon which America has
built the strongest economy
in history are eroding just as
other nations are emerging.
An extensive study, Rising
Above the Gathering Storm:
Energizing and Employing
America for a Brighter
Economic Future by the
National Academy of
Sciences, revealed that in
2003, of the 15-year-olds
tested for their ability to.
apply mathematical con-
cepts to real-world prob-.
lems, Americans ranked
24th among the students
from 40 countries that par-
ticipated in the examination.
The Rising Above the
Gathering Storm study also
stated that 15 percent of all
U.S. undergraduates receive
their degrees in natural sci-
ence or engineering com-
pared with 38 percent in
South Korea, 47 percent in
France, 50 percent in China,
and 67 percent in Singapore.
This is not something that
can be addressed in a few
years. For example, it takes
about 25 years to train a


Are We Preparing Our Children to
Lead in Science?
Marian Wright Edelman
President of the Children's Defense Fund


research physicist from
kindergarten through high
school, college, graduate
school and post-doctoral
studies.
If our nation doesn't rein-
vest in science education at
all levels as a major national
priority, there will be serious
social and economic conse-
quences. Dr. Collins asserts
that, "Prior U.S. investments
in science and technology
counted for at least half of
our economic growth since
World War II. Scientific
research offers our best hope
for discovering new energy
sources, making advances in
medicine, countering global
epidemics and finding solu-
tions to climate change."
SWith. many American
schools providing only a
substandard science and
math education, we have to
ask ourselves: Will
American scientists partici-
pate in the development of
cures for HIV and cancer or
advanced breakthroughs in
car fuel cells?
Our national leaders have
not responded to the erosion
of our technological preemi-
nence with sufficient fund-
ing for basic scientific
research, notably through
the National Institutes of
Health- (NIH), the main
source of biomedical
research grants to our top
universities. According to
Dr. Collins, flat funding for
the last five years and infla-
tion have caused a 13 per-
cent decrease in financial
support for NIH.


leadership to revamp
instruction in these primary
subjects to respond to global
competition. A good place to
start is to address the short-
age of math and science
teachers in our schools.
Research by Richard M.
Ingersoll, a Professor of
Education and Sociology at
the University of
Pennsylvania, found that in
2000, about 28 percent of
science teachers in 7th to
12th grades don't have a
major or minor in science-
for math, it was 38 percent.
We need to provide greater
financial aid in the form of
grants and scholarships to
students who excel in math
and science studies coupled
with loan forgiveness to col-
lege students preparing to go
into science and math teach-
ing. Teachers currently in
the classroom should be pro-
vided summer courses to
augment their science
knowledge and teaching
skills. We cannot fail to pre-
pare our children to thrive in
a world where science and
technology define in many
ways how we work, live and
entertain ourselves.
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Notice is hereby given that the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) is providing an opportunity for a
public hearing to consider its FY 2009/2010 Program of Projects in which federal capital funds are being
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matching basis between federal, state and local sources. The public is encouraged to comment on any and all
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'Faith In Our Communityk
S Schedule of Events and Services t

HANDEL'S MESSIAH (CHRISTMAS PORTION) -
Sunday, December 21st at 5:00 p.m. Shiloh
Metropolitan Baptist Church, 1118 West Beaver St.,
Jacksonville, FL. Featuring The Community Mass
Choir, Michelle Grant, Soprano, Francesca Scott, Alto,
Marty Simmons, Tenor, Eland Wilson, Bass. Michael
Booker, Harpsichord, Henry Mack, Organ, Chamber
Orchestra, Roger D. Sears, Conductor.
GREATER MACEDONIA BAPTIST CHURCH -
located at 1880 West Edgewood Ave., Jacksonville, FL,
Christmas Musical will be Sunday, December 21st at
6:00 p.m.; their Christmas Day Worship will be
Thursday, December 25th at 10:00 a.m.; and their New
Year's Eve Worship will be Wednesday, December
31st at 10:00 p.m. All of these events are free and open
for everyone to attend.
THE GREATER EL-BETH-EL DIVINE HOLI-
NESS CHURCH located at 725 West Fourth St.,
Jacksonville, FL is cooking! Don't feel like baking the
Turkey!!! Let El-Beth-El Kitchen Deep-fry or smoke
your turkey for Christmas (BRING YOUR TURKEY or
HAM) we will HONEY BAKE YOUR HAM. We will
be taking orders December 15th thru 23rd, 2008 from
11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Call 904- 359-0661 -
Donation $20,00.
THE FIRST A.M.E. CHURCH located at 91 Old
Kings Rd., N., Palm Coast, FL. Music Ministry presents
"GLORY EXCELSIS" The reason for the season.
Sunday, December 21, at 10:45 a.m. The combined
choirs of First A.M.E. Church will present music from
their traditional repertoire, including Handels' Mesiah
and arrangements that are both contemporary and tradi-
tional. There will be a candlelight processional and the
event will be a "fanfare" for the season. Please join us
to celebrate the reason for the season with a special
message from our pastor, Rev. Gillard S. Glover, "The
Christ of Christmas." For more information, call (386)
446-5759.
THE FAMILY ANGEL- Sunday, December 21st at
4:00 p.m., New Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church,
1824 Prospect Street, Jacksonville, FL. Featuring The
Mass Choir, Youth Dance Ministry and inspirational
stage play, "The Family Angel." The play was written
by author of "Our Savior," Dora Butler Simpkins, stars
members of the New Bethlehem Missionary Baptist
Church Family. Rev. Eric Lee, Pastor.
HOLYGHOST OVERCOMING POWER EVAN-
Listings are due the Tuesday before the next issue. Email
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On January 17, 2009,
at 29 West 6th St., in
Jacksonville, FL.,
Tillman Valentine
Consistory No. 22
Ancient and Accepted
Scottish Rites of Free
Masonry P.H.A. will be
honoring Dr. Augustus
H. Cox 330 K.Y.C.H.
who recently became Honorary Past Grand Master of
Florida P.H.A. and Past Most Eminent Grand Master
of the Grand Encampment of Knights Temple of the
United States of America for his untiringly service. 65
years in Masonry with 43 years in the Consistory serv-
ing 4 years in Commander-In-Chief. .

GELISTIC PENTECOSTAL TEMPLE, INC. -The
19th Annual' Holy Triumphal Fellowship service begins
liecember 31, 2008 at 10:00 p.m. 6:00 a.m. A Prayer
breakfast will be served following the service. All are
welcome! Join us as we give God the Praise all night at
5729 Vernon Rd. Dr. B. J. Hamilton, Pastor.


BADGER, George died
December 11, 2008.
BAKER, Nicholas L.,
Sr., died December 15,
2008.
BANKHEAD, Leo died
December 11, 2008.
BENNIE, Carolyn died
December 13, 2008.
BERRY, Elouise, 78,
died December 12, 2008.
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BROOKS, Harry died
December 11, 2008.
BROWN, Eugene Allen,
. I11, 16, died December
14, 2008.
GODWIN, Jerome died
December 13, 2008.
GRIFFIN, Mrs. Lucile,
90, died December 11,
2008. Alphonso West
Mortuary, Inc.
HANSELL, Pearl E.,
died December 10, 2008.
HARVEY, Annie died
December 12, 2008.
HOLMES, Gladys died
December 13, 2008.
HUMPHREY, James
died December 11, 2008.
JACKSON, Nellie, 63,
December 13, 2008.
KOEPKE, Steven died
December 14, 2008.
KOHN, Sonja, 47, died
December 10, 2008.
LONG, Donald died
December 14, 2008.
MERRITT, Sarah, died
December 12, 2008..
MILLER, Tommie Lee,
95, died December 15,
2008.
MOORE, Maynard died
December 15, 2008.
MOREJON, Tavier died
December 12, 008.
PHELTS, Lorraine died
December 15, 2008.
ROBINSON, Martha,
94, died December 13,
2008.
SAPP, Douglas W., died
December 12, 2008.
STARKS, Donald died
December 11, 2008.
WASHINGTON, Garrett
A., died December 12,
2008.
WASHINGTON,
Gwendolyn died
December 9, 2008.
WHITE, Michelle A.,
43, died December 11,
2008.
WHITLOCK, Mary L.,
96, died December 11,
2008.
WILSON, Willie, 72,
died December 12, 2008.


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New Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church
1824 Prospect Street Jacksonville, FL 32208
Sunday School'................... ............. 9:30 a.m.
Sunday Morning l "' I
Intercessory Prayer....................10:45 a.m. '
Morning Worship .............. 11:00a.m.
Youth Church
2nd & 3rd Sundays (Old Sanctuary)
Tuesday Pastoral Bible Study ............... 7:00 p.m. -
Pastor, Eric Lee .
Rev. Joe Calhoun, Pastor Emeritus
(904) 764-5727 Church

Historic Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church
Sunday
W orship Service ...................................................................10:00 a.m .
Church School...... ...................................... ............ ...... 8:45 a.m.
Wednesday
Fulfillment Hour Bible Study............................................... 6:30 p.m.
Every 2nd & 4th Thursday............................10:00 a.m.-12:00 Noon
Friday
Joy Explosidn Ministry....................................................... 6:30 p.m.
201 East Beaver St. (904) 355-9475
Rev. F.D. Richardson Jr., Pastor

GREATER EL-BETHEL DIVINE HOLINESS CHURCH
"The Church Where Everybody Is Somebody"
Bishop Lorenzo Hall., Pastor
Street Address: 723 W. 4th St. Jacksonville, Florida 32209
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 3575, Jacksonville, Florida 32206
Church Telephone: (904) 359-0661 Home: (904) 358-8932 Cell: 710-1586
Sunday School......................................... ..... ..................... 9:30 a.m .
M orn ing W orship......................................... ................................11:00 a.m .
Tuesday.............................................Prayer Meeting & Bible Study,7:00 p.m.
Thursday............................ ....................................... Joy Night,7:00 p.m .
"Email: Gospell75@aol.com
Website: 'Greaterelbethel.org


PENTECOSTAL CHURCH of GOD
"Jesus Loves Sinners Church Folk Don't"
Elder Joseph Rice

Sunday School -------------------------------------------10:00 a.m.
Sunday Worship -- ------------12:00 Noon & 7:00 p.m.
Bible Study ---------------------Tuesday & Friday------ 7:00 p.m.
(912) 267-6395 (912) 996-4864 Cell
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"There 's Always Something Happening On The First Coast"


A Holiday Sunset Cruise
Every time you think that Host Extraordinaire
Samuel Hall, Jr. has had the most creative party ever,
you can count on Sam Hall 'stepping out of the box'
with something creative and different for his annual
holiday party. For his 2008 Holiday Fare, Samuel Hall
hosted a Holiday Sunset Cruise on the Infinity Yacht.
The weather was perfect and the skyline was.
breathtaking as we departed from the Jacksonville
Landing, cruising south on the St. Johns River. It. was,
out first party of the holiday season and it was absolute-
ly fabulous with dancing, conviviality, appetizing cui-
sine and libations galore!
Guests included many out of town fraternity broth-
ers of. the hosts: Bobby Johnson (Former Albany,
Georgia Chief of Police), Ralph Leggett and Coleman
Wilson. Ms. Shai Hall, D.D.S. the stunningly dressed
niece of the host came down from Atlanta, Georgia for
the party with her friend R.J. Coleman. Other guests
included: The Howard Taylors; Clara White Mission's
CEO Mrs. JuCoby Pittman-Peele; Ms. Linda
Witsell; The Orrin Mitchells; and The Ira Danielses.
It was our first party of the holiday season and it
was absolutely fabulous!

Marc Little, Author
Michael and Marsha Phelts' American Beach
Chateau was the setting for Author Marc Little's Book
Signing Party The book signing for Marc Little's Don't
Blink When God Calls was a sell out and orders had to
be placed for those who were unable to receive them.
And as always, guests at the Phelts' can always count
on having a bounty of edibles. The buffet included:
Punch, oatmeal coconut cookies, brownies, lemon
squares, candied walnuts and butter cinnamints, turkey
salad sandwiches, shrimp spread garnish with boiled
shrimp, shrimp dip, spinach dip, assorted crackers,
cheese bites, roasted potatoes, Swedish meatballs, and
pasta salad. Between the hostess Mrs. Phelts and Mrs.
Deloris Gilyard everything' was home made and
scrumptious.
Guests included: Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Simms, Mrs.
-Jody Dixon, Ms. Felicia Mitchell, Mr. and Mrs.
Terry Mills, Mr. and Mrs. Herman Springs, Mr. and
Mrs. Neal Frink, Ms. Roslyn 'Auntie Roz'
Burriough, Ms. Doris Cobb, Mrs. Priscilla
Williamson, Ron Miller, Ms. Beverly McKenzie, Mr.
and Mrs. Willie Sapp, State Senator Anthony 'Tony'
Hill, Ms. Jane Bassick, Ben Carter and Mrs. Bobbi
Morgan Jones, Ms. Felice Franklin, Mrs. Nellie
Henry, Ms. Pat Morrison, Arthur Finley, Ms.
LaShonda Holloway, Mrs. Phyllis Bell Davis, Ms.
Mary Wright, Ms. Clarethea Brooks, Mrs. Willie
Mae Ashley, Mr. and Mrs. William Hines, Ms.
Sonja Toda, Ms. Gloria Simmons, The J. Burnie
,Caines, Tyrone Townsend and Ms. Valerie
Winstead.
Marc's recently published novel Don't Blink When
God Calls chronicles the mayoral campaign of Curt
Felton, Jr. in Forrestville, Florida, while examining the
battle for an African American man to gain credibility
in a political process that is perceptually reserved for
White males. This is Marc Little's first book' and from
the enthusiastic response of those attending this Book
Signing, I am sure there are more books inside of this,
talented young man.


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Women in Atlanta where she graduated summa cum laude in 1938, with a BA degree
in education. Lorraine Alston was united in holy matrimony with John Adam Phelts,
of Macon, Georgia on November 7, 1940. They became the proud parents of five
loving children, four sons and a daughter. She was widowed upon her husband's
death in 1978.
Mrs. Phelts was privileged to have taught in the state of Georgia and in Madison
County, Florida before becoming among the first Special Education teachers in
Duval County at Douglas Anderson early in the 1950s. After a rewarding career,
which spanned 39 years in Duval County, Mrs. Phelts retired from Ribault Middle
School in 1986.
Throughout her lifetime she continued to enjoy playing the piano. Lorraine also
enjoyed reading arts and crafts, cooking, organizing family gatherings, shopping and
traveling. She returned to Atlanta in 1988 to attend her 50th year reunion at
Spellman and until her health began failing she, along with her niece Linda Belton,
was active with the Boylan-Haven Alumnae Association.
She came to know Christ and maintained a long time membership with St. Pius the
Fifth Catholic Church where she was a member of the Altar Rosary Society. Funeral
services will be held at 10:00 a.m. at St. Pius on Saturday, December 20. Wendell
Holmes Funeral Directors, Inc.
Lorraine Phelts is survived by her devoted and loving children, Gerald (Jacqueline
Stephens) Phelts, Michael (Marsha Dean) Phelts, Russell (Ann Knox) Phelts, Carol
(Rick) Buckman and Stephen (Ann Spoon, deceased) Phelts. Also mourning her
passing are a loving niece, Linda Pearson Belton, nine grandchildren, a host of great-
grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends.


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at licensed gun stores. Teens with guns are not just in Duval and Clay counties. A
Putnam County 17 year old, Clarence Drake, was arrested Thursday for bringing a
gun to school. In speaking with family and friends of teens involved in gun
crimes, they are begging for help in keeping the guns out of their hands, in finding
the teens employment and working to help them feel loved and respected.

The 1981 Walsh Killing Finally Solved and A
Man Has Been Arrested for a 1987 St.
Petersburg Rape and Murder
John Walsh has dedicated his life to solving crimes since the 1981 murder and
decapitation of his six-year-old son, Adam Walsh. Walsh originated "America's
Most Wanted" as a result of his son's death with a goal of finding his murdered.
Now, it has been confirmed that his son was killed by Ottis Toole. Toole died in
prison in 1996 at the age of 49 of cirrhosis. Even though he confessed to his family
about the murder, it was not until this week that the case was closed.
On Wednesday, 48-year-old Tony Fantauzzi of Jacksonville, was arrested for the
1987 murder of 19-year-old Lisa Bickford. She had been strangled and raped.
These two murders have finally been solved after twenty plus years. There are so
many murders in Jacksonyille that are still unsolved. Rev. Harvey keeps a record
because of his desire to get them all solved. It's not snitching when you help.
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KEN JEFFERSON -Moving Ahead


Ken Jetterson, the tace
and the voice of the
Jacksonville Sheriff's Office
for the past 5. V2 years is now
assigned to the Community
Affairs Division -for the
Sheriff's Office. Ken has
been a fixture on our televi-
sion sets, in the newspaper,
as well as a regular gueston
several radio stations during
the time he spent as the
Senior Public Information
Officer. Je'fferson's duties as
the Public Information
Officer included but was not
limited to representing the
Sheriff's office as the
spokesperson at major crime
scenes such as murders,
homicides, aggravated bat-
tery case, traffic fatalities,
bomb threats, SWAT calls,
train accidents and plane
crashes just to name a few.
He was often on call and
awakened, throughout the
night and would sometime
have to leave the comforts of
home to go to those horrific
crime scenes. According to
Jefferson he has seen the
"good, the bad, and the ugly"
effects of crime. Two inci-
dents stand out more than
others that really touched


Jetterson. One was the inci-
dent involving Shenice
Holmes, a child who was at
home, heard gunfire while
reading a book being hit by a
stray bullet. Then the other
incident involving
Dreyshawna Davis another
child at home minding her
own business when gunfire
outside erupted she attempt-
ed to shield her cousin and
ended up getting hit by a
stray bullet. Jefferson
responded to both of those
scenes and those events
would have a lasting effect
on him.
Everyone in
Jacksonville over the past 5
V2 years has grown accus-
tomed to turning their televi-
sion sets on everyday for the
evedting news in expectation
of watching Jefferson give
details of what was happen-
ing in our city. Jefferson por-
trayed a smooth, forthcom-
ing delivery which captured
the hearts and minds of per-
sons listening to hear what
he had to say. "We knew we
were going to get the truth
whenever we heard from
Jefferson" said one'citizen.
His candidness and calm


demeanor would put at ease
all anxiety associated with a
horrific story.
Anything and everything
that occurred in Jacksonville
since 2003 we would rely on
Jefferson to tell it. Upon
being elected and taking
office for his first term in
2003 Sheriff John
Rutherford made a very wise
choice in appointing
Jefferson as.his PIO. Since
that time Jefferson has repre-
sented the Sheriff and the
Sheriff's Office in a most
dignified and professional
manner. Jefferson in 2006
was named the Number One
Public Information Officer
in the state of Florida by the
Florida Law Enforcement
Public Information Officers
Association. This award is
given annually to one person
in the state who exemplifies
the ability to manage crisis
communication, has a pro-
fessional public image for
him as well as the agency he
represents, can manage and
communicate effectively any
type of internal crisis occur-
ring within an agency, as
well as have the ability to
manage external crises of


things happening within a
city.
This award is not an easy
undertaking when you look
at the other counties within
the state and recognize the
talent that is all around the
state. After receiving that
prestigious award, Jefferson
went on to make history and
win the award for a second
consecutive time, a feat that
has never been accom-
plished. (No one has ever
won this award twice).
Jefferson, when asked about
winning the award two con-
secutive years credits his
faith in God and the unyield-
ing support he receives from
his family. He presented the
award to his wife saying
"This is the real winner".
Jefferson, since then has
received numerous other
awards for his work and ded-
ication to this city and its
communities within. In
February 2008 Jefferson was
honored with a Resolution
from the Mayor and the
Jacksonville City Council
for his outstanding work and
diligence as the face and
voice of reason representing
the Jacksonville Sheriff's
Office.
In June 2008 the Florida
Law Enforcement Public
Information Officers
Association honored
Jefferson as the Crisis
Communicator of the year
for the state of Florida. This
award was given in recogni-
tion of Jefferson's ability, to.
properly and effectively
communicate, information to
the public during the
Berkman Plaza Garage col-
lapse in which there was one
fatality. The award also rec-
ognized him for his ability to
remain calm in the midst of a
crisis during the T2
Laboratory explosion two
weeks later which killed five
(5) people on Jacksonville's


northside. Both of these, sto-
ries made national news.
Jefferson hosted and
produced a weekly Sheriff's
Office Community Affairs
show entitled Signal 94. He
also produced and co-hosted
the number one rated "wheel
of justice" where he
appeared every Thursday for
nearly three years. "The
wheel of justice has become
a huge crime fighting tool",
said Jefferson. Because of
the show over 140 persons
have been captured.
Jefferson during his tenure
as PIO appeared weekly and
monthly on the following
shows; Radio V101.5
Community Perspective;
Monthly AM 1360; Impact
Monthly FM 105.7, 105.5
and 92.5; Impact Monthly
Television; Daily news sto-
ries on all networks; WJXT
Daily; First Coast News
Daily; FOX 30 CBS 47
Daily; Wheel of Justice
Weekly; and WJEB (TBN
Affiliate) Bi-monthly
In addition to his duties'


of being a Public
Information Officer, hus-
band, and father he also
coaches PAL basketball 12
and under, coaches the men's
police Olympic basketball
40 & older team and is very
active in his church Faith
Christian Center.
All of us here. in North
Florida, South Georgia,
Gainesville and other areas
in this region will miss see-
ing Ken reporting the news
and keeping us informed.
Ken Jefferson has raised the
bar and standards for ALL
Public Information Officers
and has taken that position to
a higher level. Jacksonville
is a little better off on being
informed as to what's. hap-
pening in our city because of
Ken Jefferson who repre-
sented the Jacksonville
Sheriff's Office and our city
with dignity, respect, and
integrity. He has served us
well and I'm sure he will
continue to do so in his role
within the Community
Affairs Division.


Ms.Singleton was selected by the local media as Jacksonville City Councilman's most for four years and became the first female and the first Black elected to Jacksonville's
objective and best representative for the will of the people. City Council. She was also the first Black Legislator from North Florida since
Reconstruction.
The Eighteenth Annual and Final Mayor of Jacksonville Breakfast was held on Elder Donald Foy, as president of Jacksonville's MAD DADS, s a tre image of Ms.
Elder Donald Foy, as president of Jacksonville's MAD DADS, is a true image of Ms.
Thursday in celebration of Mary L. Singleton Memorial Day for Justice, Peace and 1
Thursday in celebration of Mary L. Singleton Memorial Day for Justice, Peace and Singleton. He spends all of his time totally dedicated to the people of Jacksonville and
Social Harmony. The event was held at the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront. their fight against crime. As such, he received the highest award provided by The Mary
Ms. Singleton was considered a peacemaker, bridge builder, and equality trailblazer. L. Singleton Foundation Award -The Justice, Peace, and Social Harmony Award.
She was truly a public servant, teacher and civic leader. She also served as a radio host Congratulations Elder Foy.


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scheduled in Jacksonville and the surrounding area.


SOUTHEASTERN AZUSA REVIVAL CONFERENCE "Reignite the Fire"
-A wonderful and glorious time in the present of the Lord as the Sprit of the Living
God is being continually poured out upon his people. AZUSA Revival now over
fifty days here in Jacksonville, FL. The United Church In Christ located at 2050
Emerson St., Jacksonville, FL, and our presiding Bishop W. A. Andrews are excit-
ed and honored to be the host church for the 2008 Southeastern AZUSA Revival
Conference and invite you to come and witness and experience a great outpouring
of God's anointing Friday, December 19th at 7:30 p.m. For more information, call
Lady Faustina Andrews at (904) 284-0206.
MILLIONS MORE MOVEMENT, Jacksonville Local Organizing Committee
Inc., a non-profit organization is now in the process of collecting, gathering
clothes, shoes for our next 'Clothes Give-A-Way. If you have any clothes, female,
male, children, toys, furniture, or other items, please donate them. Bring them to
916 N.Myrtle Avenue., from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday.
Jacksonville Local Organizing Committee Inc., will also come pick up your your
donation or gifts. Give them to Jacksonville Local Organizing Committee Inc., we
will make them a part of our next scheduled Clothes Give-A-Way. Help us as 'we
work to end the violence in our communities through education,not more incarcer-
ation'. Visit our website: www.jaxloc.com for more information, or contact us at
904-240-9133.
FIRST AFRICAN AMERICA WOMEN IN SPACE Featured Speaker for
MLK Breakfast -The 22nd Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast, sponsored
by Blue Cross. and Blue Shield of Florida and hosted by the City of Jacksonville,
the Jacksonville Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Jacksonville Branch of the
NAACP, the Urban League and the Southern Christian Leadership Conference,
will recognize Dr. King's work and its lasting effects on the Jacksonville commu-
nity. Dr. Mae Jemison, the event's featured speaker, will highlight Dr. King's
achievements and the impact they still have on the Northeast Florida region.
Among her many accomplishments, Dr. Jemison was the first African American
women to go into space. Dr. Jemison was also a Science Mission Specialist, a
NASA first, on the STS 47 Space lab J flight, a U.S/Japan joint mission. She is also
a chemical engineer, physician and teacher. In addition to her extensive back-
ground in science, she is well-versed in African and Afridan-American studies.
Friday, January 9, 2009, 7 to 9:30 a.m. at the Prime Osborn Convention Center,
1000 Water St. Individual tickets are $15 per person before December 22 and $20
after December 22. Corporate tables are $200 for a table of 10 before December 22
and $250 for a table of 10 after December 22.

MAD DADS -Men Against Destruction Defending Against Drugs and Social
Disorder. Mad Dads salutes the Jacksonville Brotherhood of Police Offiers and Fire
Fighters, the D.W. Perkins Bar Association, and the NAACP, for their support of
MAD DADS by sponsoring the first annual holiday gala. Proceeds were earmarked
to benefit MAD DADS hard work to stop the violence and break the code of silence!
A special thank you to the hundreds of residents who attended the gala. 2008 has
been a tragic year for dozens of Jacksonville families who lost loved ones to sense-
less violence and crime. Thousands more can be added to the rolls if we count those
indirectly affected by the plague of violence, or had loved ones licked up, either
way, Jacksonville has way too many suffering families. MAD DADS sends our
heartfelt condolence to all, with this promise, we will continue to do what we can to
bring peace back to our neighborhoods! Seasons Greetings To All!



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Did you know health disparity means "health gap"?
S For known and unknown reasons, some minority
groups suffer from diseases, such as cancer.

The best way to reduce health gaps and fight cancer is
to live a healthy lifestyle and talk to your doctor about
available and affordable cancer screenings.

Remember the 3Es:
Education + Encouragement = Eradication '
Educate yourself about cancer.
Encourage family and friends to get cancer screenings.
Eradicate the gap and save lives.

Live Well. Be Well. is a community outreach and
education program managed by a dedicated team of
doctors and outreach coordinators from Mayo Clinic.
Our goal is to prevent health disparities in cancer.

Please call (904) 953-0974 or (904) 953-0977. We are
available to speak to your group or organization about
what you can do to prevent, detect and treat cancer.


www.mayoclinic.org/minority-health-wellness ,


Renaissance Creative Launches
Free Origami Ornaments Holiday Promotion

Jacksonville, Fla. (December 16,
',7 2008) No cash for holiday gifts or
decorations? No problem!. Give the
., gift of Origami ornaments! It's free,
courtesy of integrated marketing,
design, brand development and public
.. relations communications firm,
Renaissance Creative.
"By going to the agency's promo-
S,. tional site at www.sendingpeace.com,
visitors can download any of (3) origi-
nal illustrated holiday designs, includ-
ing a peaceable dove, Christmas tree and New Year's-themed champagne glass. Easy-
to-follow interactive instructions allow visitors to fold and create their ornaments at
their own pace; print as many as they like: and pass along electronically to friends.
Renaissance is running the promotion in conjunction with it's own internal holi-
day card campaign and new corporate website launch. The agency has undergone its
own transformation over the past 18-months from a brand development firm that pre-
\iously specialized exclusively in real estate, to a more diversified agency with
stronger emphasis in interactive, public relations and designed communications across
multiple industries.
As part of the company's holiday campaign, it sent clients, vendors and associates
printed, foldable Origami cards that recipients then had to go to the holiday website to
learn how to fold, and gain access to the other designs. A forwarding link on the hol-
iday site encouraged visitors to then prei ew the company's new corporate site.
S"It's a fun. uplifting campaign and we expect people will want to share it", said
Tim Hamby, President and Co-Creative Director at Renaissance. "Like all our com-
munication design, PR and branding efforts, we began by considering behavioral
trends: 50% of all consumers say they will spend less on gifts this holiday season, 25%
significantly less. Then, we asked ourselves a few key questions. What real benefit
could we provide users'? How could we make it compelling and interactive? How
could we make it viral (easy and appealing to share), to potentially tap into social net-
works? And how could this help us link into an ultimate expression of our brand? This
is what we came up with and we hope people have a good time with it!"
ABOUT RENAISSANCE CREATIVE: Renaissance Creative. located in
Jacksonville, Fl. is an integrated marketing, brand development and public relations
communications firm providing comprehensive services including marketing and
media plan development and consultation; integrated branding campaigns: website
design and new media strategies: full advertising and public relations services: graph-
ic design: and environmental design including sales centers, display graphics. interior
design and signage programs. Renaissance was cited as one of Jacksonville's 50
Fastest-growing companies in 2002 and each year from 2004- 2007. It was also named
one of Jacksonville's Best Places to Work in 2007. The firm has been the recipient of
numerous marketing, design and creative awards, recognized and published national-
ly throughout its 12-year history. For more information, call 332-6536, Ext. 207, or
visit the company's website at wNw.renaissancecreati\e.com.


NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

JACKSONVILLE TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY

RE: FY 2009 Section 5309 Fixed Guideway Modernization Grant

URBANIZED AREA: Jacksonville, Florida
ESTIMATED APPORTIONMENT:$ 390,854
RECIPIENT: Jacksonville Transportation Authority

Notice is hereby given that the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) is
providing an opportunity for a public hearing to consider its FY 2008/k009
Modernization Project in which federal funds are being requested from the
Federal Transit Administration (FTA). Funding is generally available on an
80/20 matching basis between federal, state, and local sources.
The public is encouraged to comment on any and all projects listed below.


Facility/Guideway Upgrades: $ 488,568

Total Program of Projects: $ 488,568

Persons wishing to testify on this subject must notify the JTA in writing before
5:00 p.m. on January 20, 2009. If a request is received by the stated time,
a public hearing will be scheduled and the public notified. This notice will
serve as the final notice.

Mail requests to:

Public Hearing, Section 5309 Modernization Grant
Jacksonville Transportation Authority
Post Office Drawer "0"
Jacksonville, Florida 32203

These projects will be coordinated through the Transportation Improvement
Program (TIP),of the North Florida Transportation Planning Organization
(TPO) of the Jacksonville Urbanized Area. Jacksonville Urbanized Area. No
business displacements are expected to occur as a result of project imple-
mentation. These projects will have no substantial harmful effects on the
environment, nor will they adversely affect service levels to the elderly or dis-
abled.
1-
Details of the Program of Projects are posted in the JTA Lobby at 100 North
Myrtle Avenue through January 20, 2009 during normal business hours.
Persons with disabilities who need accommodations to attend the meeting
should contact the JTA Connexion office at 904-265-6001, CTC TDD 636-
7402. This notice will constitute the final notice if no changes occur.


Kenneth R. Holton
kholton@jtafla.com
Manager of Capital Programming and Grants
Jacksonville Transportation Authority


DECEMBER 20,2008


THE STAR


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1)FC)WRR 2 20. ? HETARPAGuu-


From Actual Police Reports
ssSHH! Did You Hear About?...






j, -- ,, SHOPPER CAUGHT WITH STEAK
DOWN HIS PANTS An officer was dis-
patched to Winn Dixie at Nonnandy Bl\d. to
investigate a shoplifter mn custody. Lpon arrival,
officer met with the complainant and suspect.
The complainant saw the suspect concealing
packages of steaks dow% n his pants. The suspect
exited the main doors, past the point of sale.
without making any purchases. The suspect was
stopped and detained while the police were
called. The suspect had $148.85 worth of steaks
hidden in his pants. The complainant signed a
Signature Form and retained the property for
SO FI victim business. Post Miranda, the suspect
admitted that he came to the store with no
money. He stated he came to the store to get
food for his six kids. Another incident at Wmnn
Dixie but this time with it's employees. When Officer arrived an LP manager for the
store met up with him to discuss a theft that occurred. He advised two employees,
both work at the deli department, have been observed via close circuit cameras
altering the price of meat purchased from the deli. The suspects will then purchase
the assorted meat items at the cash register at a lower price. This activity has been
monitored from September to December. The total amount of the theft combined
was $ 392.60. Case was cleared by arrest.
PAYCHECK STUB USED AS ID -The
officer observed the suspect walking in the .
roadway in an area where sidewalks.are pres-
ent and readily accessible. The suspect was . '.
asked for identification. The suspect stated ..
that he did not have ID with him and provid- '. '
ed a name of "Joe Smith" with a birth date
and an address. While attempting to verify
the suspect's identity, the suspect began to
flee on foot. The suspect was pursued and
ordered to stop. The suspect ignored all com-
mands and continued fleeing on foot through
the back yards of several residences. During the pursuit, the affiant lost sight of the
suspect and was able to evade capture. While fleeing the suspect dropped a back-
pack he was carrying. A payslip with the suspect's real name and othe paper work
were found. It was also discovered that the suspect has other outstanding capias' for
his arrest. The suspect was located at his place of employment, hiding in a trashcan.
The suspect stated he ran away because he didn't want to go to jail.


ARIES
Your home environment
may be hectic, which could
result in emotional upset if
you aren't well organized. Try
not to take everything so seri-
ously. Be sure to find out all
you can before you commit to
anything. There might be a
problem with a will or with an
insurance policy. Your lucky
day this week will be
Thursday.
TAURUS
Put your efforts, into
being creative. You could lose
a good friend because of it.
Don't give out any personal
information that you don't
want spread around. Learn
some new skills that will
increase your in come. Your
lucky day this week will be
Tuesday.
GEMINI
You can't make things
better if you don't know what
to fix. You may interest some
of them in a service you have
to offer. Work quietly behind
the scenes for best results.
Don't hesitate to look for
alternatives that will enable
you to raise the kind of dona-
tions you need to do the job
right. Your lucky day this
week will be Monday.

CANCER
Your ability to visualize
will help you convince others
of the possibilities. Insincere
gestures of friendliness may
be misleading. Spend some
time with people who can
shed some light on your per-
sonal situation. Don't be too
quick to voice your opinion.
Listen to others carefully.
Your lucky day this week will
be Tuesday.


LEO
Those you work with
may have little consideration
for the underdog. You can
raise your standard of living if
you pick up some freelance
work on the side. Don't jump
into investments too quickly.
Try not to overreact to the
loss. Your lucky day this
week will be Tuesday.

VIRGO
Use your energy wisely.
You may find yourself in the
.limelight for the wrong rea-
sons. Someone envious of
your popularity may chal-
lenge -you to a debate. Travel
for business purposes may
bring the highest returns.
Your lucky day this week will
be Tuesday.

LIBRA
You can ferret out secret
information if you just listen
to. what others have to say.
Travel will be good if you are
seeking knowledge. Minor
accidents may occur if you
don't concentrate on what
you're doing. Problems with'
financial investments could
make you nervous. Your
'lucky day this week will be
Wednesday.

SCORPIO
Changes involving your
domestic scene may be
unpleasant. Try to mix busi-
ness with pleasure while trav-
eling. You can convince any-
one of anything. Get domestic
chores out of the way early.
Your lucky day this week will
be Wednesday.

SAGITTARIUS,
Argument with children


or friends may leave you
steaming. You will have
excellent' ideas and you
should be able to help your
partner get ahead. Concern
yourself with legal matters
and formulating contracts
rather than finalizing your
objectives. Do your chores
and get on with the things you
enjoy doing. Your lucky day
this week will be Monday.

CAPRICORN
You need to sit back and
enjoy. Things have been mov-
ing so quickly that you need
to do something physical to
release your tension.
Unexpected changes in
friendships could occur.
Make creative changes to
your living quarters. Your
lucky day this week will be
Friday.
AQUARIUS
You are likely to reveal
information unintentionally.
You'll find it easy to charm
members of the opposite sex
this week. Have some fun, but
draw the line if someone tries
to fast talk their way into your
heart. You have to let go of
your past if you wish to get
out of any sentimental mood
that might be hanging over
your head. Your lucky day
this week will be Saturday.

PISCES
New partnerships will
develop if you join invest-
ment groups. Real estate
investments could be prosper-
ous. You can't do everything
on your own. Family respon-
sibilities are escalating. Your
lucky day this week will be
Monday.


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NOTICE OF

PUBLIC HEARING


JACKSONVILLE TRANSPORTATION
AUTHORITY,

RE: 49CFR Part 37, U.S.C. 5311
ESTIMATED APPORTIONMENT: $126,293
RECIPIENT: Jacksonville Transportation Authority

Notice is hereby given that the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) is providing an
opportunity for a public hearing to consider its FY 2009/2010 Program of Projects in which
federal operating are being requested from the State of Florida, Department of
Transportation. Funding is available on a 50/50 matching basis between federal, state and
local sources. The public is encouraged to comment on any and all projects listed below:

Operating Assistance $ 252,586
Total Program of Projects: $ 252,586
Persons wishing to .testify on this subject must notify the JTA in writing before 5:00 p.m. on
January 20, 2009. If a request is received by the stated time, a public hearing will be sched-
uled and the public notified.
Mail requests to:
Public Hearing, Section 5311 Grant
Jacksonville Transportation Authority
Post Office Drawer "0"
Jacksonville, Florida 32203
This project will be coordinated through the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) of
the North Florida Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) of the Jacksonville Urbanized
Area. No business displacements are expected to occur as a result of project implementa-
tion. This project will have no substantial harmful effects on the environment, nor will they
adversely affect service levels to the elderly or disabled. The FDOT contact person for
District 2 is:
Gwendolyn H. Pra, District Rural Transportation Coodinator
FDOT District II
2198 Edison Avenue
Jacksonville, FI 32204-2730
904-360-5687/1-800-207-8236
awendolyn.pra.,@dot.state.fl.us

Details of the Program of Projects are posted in the JTA Lobby at 100 North Myrtle Avenue
through January 20, 2009 during normal business hours. Persons with disabilities who need
accommodations to attend the meeting should contact the JTA Connexion office at 904-265-
6001, CTC TDD 636-7402.
This notice will constitute the final notice and program of projects if no comments are
received.


Kenneth R. Holton
kholtondiDjtafla.com
Manager of Capital Programming and Grants
Jacksonville Transportation Authority


DECEMBER 20.2008


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By Mike Bonts, Sports Editor
Maurice Jones-Drew ran for a two-yard touchdown with less than two minutes
remaining to give the Jaguars to a 20-16 win over Green Bay. The loss officially elimi-
nated the Packers from playoff contention.
"I thought we did a nice job coming out starting fast offensively," said Jaguars head
coach Jack Del Rio. "It was nice to jump out and get a lead."
QB David Garrard completed 21-of-33 passes for 238 yards.with two touchdowns
for the Jaguars (5-9), who snapped a four-game losing streak. Dennis Northcutt had 127
yards on five catches, including a 30-yard TD, and Jones-Drew also caught a 14-yard TD
pass.
"I think he was just sharper today," Del Rio said of Garrard. "I thought the plan came
together nicely. He just played well and we needed that." t
Packers QB Aaron Rodgers finished 20-of-32 passing with 278 yards, one touchdown
and an interception for the Packers (5-9), who dropped four games in a row. James Jones
made four receptions for 132 yards and Donald Driver had 65 yards on five catches.
The Jaguars trailed 13-7 going into the fourth quarter but took the lead on a 14-yard
TD pass from Garrard to Jones-Drew with 10:39 remaining. Mason Crosby then
responded for Green Bay, kicking a 38-yard field goal.
"We did not make enough plays to win the game," said Packers head coach Mike
McCarthy. "Nobody's happy about where we are. We had high expectations."
The Jaguars went 73 yards on ,12 plays and Garrard threw 30 yards to Northcutt for
an early 7-0 Jaguars lead.
JAGUARS NOTEBOOK: Jaguars defensive end Reggie Hayward recorded a pair
of sacks versus Green Bay. Rookie Quentin Groves registered one sack on Sunday... The
Jaguars avoided their fifth straight loss at home. Safety Reggie Nelson clinched Sunday's
win by intercepting a tipped pass by Rodgers with 40 seconds to play scores two or more
touchdowns in a game...The 127 yards for Northcutt were the second-most of his career
and most since he had 165 on Oct.'6, 2002 against Baltimore, while a member of
Cleveland.
The Jaguars have placed linebacker Daryl Smith, defensive tackle Tony McDaniel
and wide receiver Jerry Porter on injured reserve and signed defensive back Calvin
Lowry and guard Cameron Stephenson to contracts. The Jaguars currently have 52 play-
ers on the active roster.
Smith suffered a groin injury in Sunday's win over the Green Bay Packers. The
defensive captain had started 13,games while leading the team in tackles with 130.
McDaniel, who has a toe injury, and Porter, who has a groin injury, were both inactive
for last Sunday's game. McDaniel finished the season with 22 tackles and a half sack and
Porter ended with 11 receptions for 181 yards and a touchdown.
Lowry, 25, started three of his 11 games with the Denver Broncos this season after
being claimed off waivers from Tennessee on Aug. 31. The 5-11, 200-pound defensive
back spent his first two seasons with the Titans after being selected in the fourth round
of the 2006 NFL Draft out of Penn State. The third-year pro has started 14 of his 43
career games and has recorded 83 tackles, two interceptions and 19 special teams tack-
les. He will wear jersey No. 37.
The Jaguars off the New Orleans 'Saints practice squad signed Stephenson, 25. The
6-3, 314-pound guard had been signed by the Saints on Oct. 16. The first-year pro was
originally selected by Pittsburgh in the fifth round of the 2007 NFL Draft out of Rutgers
but was waived after the preseason. The Sydney, Australia native spent the 2007 season
on the Green Bay'Packers practice squad. He will wear jersey No. 70.


COLLEGE BASKETBALL ROUNDUP

Clayton State Holds On For 87-75 Victory Over Edward Waters


By Mike Bonts, Sports Editor
- A late second half surge in the second half was all Clayton State needed as they
pulled out an 87-75 victory over Edward Waters College at the Athletics and Fitness
Center in Morrow, Ga.
For Edward Waters (10-3), senior forward Jean Metelus recorded a double double
with 15 points and 14 rebounds. He scored 13 of those points in the first half as the
Tigers took the lead eight times and trailed Clayton State by only one point, 40-39 at
halftime. There were 11 ties and 16 lead-changes.
William Walter-Brown scored 13 points for the Tigers, followed by Dahiiel Grant
and Byron Shemwell' each with 12 points. Edward Waters shot 48 percent from the
field and 74 percent from the free throw line.
Midway through the second half, the Tigers erased a nine-point Clayton State lead
and twice took a one-point lead. Clayton State built an eight-point lead late on two
free throws by Will Lewis, but Edward Waters trimmed the deficit to four points, 79-
75 on two free throws by Walter-Browni with 2:29 remaining. That was the last points
the Tigers would score in the game.
The Lakers finished the game on an 8-0 run as they forced two Edward Waters
turnovers.
Clayton State also out-rebounded Edward Waters 41-32. The victory keeps
Clayton State undefeated on the season at 6-0.
The Tigers host Webber International University, Wed. Jan 7 at 7 p.m. FAMU 63,
KSU 58
The Rattlers. rallied for a 63-58 victory over
Kennesaw State. It was Florida A&M's first victory in WILDCATS BASKI
Gaither Gym in over a month.. QUEENS, N.Y- St. J
"We needed it really bad. I hope it goes over to the New York 77-59.
next game," said Lamar Twitty, who led the Rattlers with It was a five-minute
19 points. "We play Texas A&M next. They are a big seven down at the half 35
school, but we will give it all we've.got. half points and three rebo
FAMU won for the second time innine games. The "'We fought hard for 2
loss also ended a three-game win streak by the Owls (5- B-CU Coach Clifford Ree
3) of the Sun Conference The Rattlers (2-7) snapped a that stretch (17-2 run). Th
three-game skid with the second win in as many seasons turnovers (12 in the secor
over their mid-major opponent. free throws. That wasn't t
FAMU hit 11 of 14 free throws in the second half. Carnessecca Arena. St
They edged the Owls 39-35 in rebounds. years in the facility, was aE
Crowder was the Rattlers' second-highest scorer 18 points.
with nine points and nine rebounds. Dale Hughes and Three Wildcats scored
Brandon Bryant each scored eight. Kelvin McConnell, five rebounds. Jarrell Tho:
who hit 5 of 10 from 'behind the arc, led the Owls with taller, bulkier. St. John's f
17 points. We have a ways to g
The Rattlers hit 23 of 56 field goal attempts, while and in a month and into t
KSU went 24 of 60. FAMU got 26 points off the Owls' hard tonight and will cont
20 turnovers. Eight of those turnovers came in the first we will pleased with the t
half. Bethune Cookman is i


Jaguars QB David Garrard connected with Dennis Northcutt on a 30-yard touchdown
pass to cap off a 12-play, 73-yard opening drive against Green Bay. (Florida Star photo by
Nancy Beecher)


The Jaguars avoided their fifth straight loss at home with a victory over the playoff-hope-
ful Green Bay Packers (Florida Star photo by Nancy Beecher)



REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL No. 09-IT33C

VIDEO STORAGE UPGRADE, DESIGN & INSTALLATION SERVICES
FOR THE
JACKSONVILLE PORT AUTHORITY


The Jacksonville Port Authority ("JAXPORT") will receive proposals on
Tuesday, January 20, 2009, until 2:00 PM local time at which time they will
be opened in the First Floor Conference Room, 2831 Talleyrand Avenue,
Jacksonville, and FL 32206.

A Mandatory Pre-Proposal Meeting will be on Tuesday, January 6, 2009 at
10:00 A.M. in the First Floor Conference Room, 2831 Talleyrand Avenue,
Jacksonville, and FL 32206.

All proposals must be submitted in accordance with specifications No. 09-
IT33C, which may be obtained after 8:30 AM on December 16, 2008 from:

Procurement Department
Jacksonville Port Authority
2831 Talleyrand Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32206-0005
904-357-3018


ETBALL- Early 17-2 Run Dooms BC-U Against St. Johns
john's (8-1) won for the seventh straight game beating the Wildcats (4-5) Sunday night in

stretch to open the second half that highlighted St. John's victory. B-CU battled back to
-28. playing a solid opening 20 minutes led by 6-8 junior Kene Anusionwu with nine first
unds.
5 minutes but we didn't do a good job in the opening five minutes of the second half," said
ed. Jr. "We played hard but we weren't able to match their, intensity, their athleticism,- in
ey were bigger and stronger and in the second half- they did a good job of forcing us into
id half). Both teams only had five turnovers in the first half and shot the same amount of
he case in the second half."
t. John's on-campus home court where they.have won 87 percent of their games ever 47
gain an advantage with four Red Storm players scoring in double figures led by Sean Evans

d in double figures led by freshman point guard C. J. Reed with 15 points, 6 assists, and
mas scored 13 points and Anusionwu contributed 11 points and four rebounds battling the
front line. The Red Storm out-rebounded B-CU 32-27 in the contest.
o," coach Reed said, "With all the new players (10), we have guys still learning their roles
he conference season we will know our identity and who we are as a team. We worked
tinue to do that. We're trying for a split on this road trip to New York and if we do that -
rip."
in the midst of 11 road games in a 12-game stretch.


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WCGL 29TH ANNIVERSARY


29 And Growing
By Dan Evans
On an eventful Saturday night; people from all over gathered. Musicians set up their
instruments, singers prepared tables to distribute their products, and Minister Kevin Postell walked
around with Freddie Rhodes checking everything, not once but twice to see who is being nice.
Listeners were coming in shaking hands and saying hello as the 29th ANNIVERSITY of WCGL
1360 AM approached the 6 o' clock hour.
At six o' clock that evening Minister Postell, operations manager of WCGL, said his warm i
greetings, offered a prayer, introduced the staff, and thus began the celebration. Once Pastor Bruce
Allen took over as MC for the evening the spirit of laughter, praise, worship and excellence filled
the air. Rev Frank Evans and the CLeftones set the bar high with expectation and the spirit of help,
as all musicians present pitched in to make sure everyone had proper backup. Christians helping
Christians "...and they will know us by the love we show one to another." The night was full of
the Spoken word. from Dee Whitfield, dancing of Prince Rod and Cothpany, Southside COGIC
dancers, singing of The St. Matthews AME Choir with Marcuis King, the saxophone stylings of
Arthur T. Jones and sanctified Sally. NU Testament satisfied the craving for the quartet sound, the
evening ended on the notes of LaNorris McFadden & Proof followed by the vocal range of 5 young
ladies know as Revelation S.E.E.D.


WCGL 29th ANNIVERSITY CELEBRATION, per Owner, CEO, Manager, Debra Maiden is the
beginning of the season for the WCGL SCHOLARSHIP Fund working toward 30.


Deborah Maiden


Deborah Maiden, Sis. Sherrie, Rev.Marcius King, Dan Evans


Revelation Seed


Story Tellerz


The Hightowers Sisters


Daniel Nesmith


NOTICE TO PUBLIC
December 21, 2008
NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO CONSOLIDATED PLAN-ACTION PLAN
24 CFR Part 91.505 .requires an amendment be made to the Consolidated Plan-Action Plan whenever changes
occur in the way the jurisdiction carries out its activities, and the changes be made available for public comment.
In compliance with this regulation, the City of Jacksonville's Community Development Division of the Housing
and Neighborhoods Department announces the following revisions that may include the use of program income
and unexpended balances remaining from completed or cancelled projects approved in previous years:
City of Atlantic Beach Sidewalk Improvements $51,732.00 #3702 CDBG funds will be used for
sidewalk construction and improvements on George Street, located in Donner Sub-division. This activity will be
reduced from $65,690.00 to $51,732.00 -'Sidewalk Improvements.
City of Atlantic Beach UTIP $15,552.02 #3917 CDBG funds will be used for septic tank to sewer
conversion (UTIP). This activity will be increased by $4,883.02 from HUD activity #3280.

City of Atlantic Beach Donner Park Improvements $147,000.00 #3914 CDBG funds will be used for
design and construction of two tennis courts at Donner Park and park improvements to include fencing, lighting,
benches, a covered shelter, drinking fountain, storage for equipment, sod, and irrigation. This activity will be
increased from $70,000.00 to $147,000.00 using reprogrammed funds from HUD activity #3915 $24,262.00,
#3916 $10,000.00, #3701 $7,500.00, #3702 $13,958.00, #3703 $15,000.00, #3489 $6,280.00.
UTIP Delivery Costs $47,930.12 CDBG funds will be used for project delivery costs associated with the
Utility Tap-In Program.

The original Consolidated Plan-Action Plan is available for review at the Community Development Division, 214
N. Hogan Street, 8th Floor, Jacksonville, Florida 32202, and all public libraries. Comments from affected citizens
regarding the revisions are welcome and should be submitted in writing to LaCree Carswell, Acting Chief,
Community Development Division, at the above address no later than January 19, 2009. Once the 30-day
comment period has passed, these activities will be amended into the document.


JOHN PEYTON
MAYOR


/'1/0


Wight Greger, Director
Housing & Neighborhoods Department


DECEMBER 20,2008


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P..AI .-V DECEMBERI20, 2008


Tuesday 11:30 to 1:00 pm
2110 Cole Flyer RD
Over 1,000 served at the JAA Fish Fry
Food by Seafood Express Fish, grits, coleslaw, and beverages
Jacksonville Aviation Authority JAA's Annual.Fish Fry December 16 2008


Ernestine Moody Robinson, Ron Weaner Vice Chairman, John Clark,
Michael Stewart Director External Affairs Jacksonville Aviation Authority,
and Willard Payne. (JAA) Jacksonville Aviation Authority


Brian Lioud, uwayne Barton, Ben FJ
Vickie Bradley, Cassandre Newberry


Deborah Thompson, Walter Harris, Jennifer Halbach, Cassandra Newberry,
Gertrude Hanson.

Some who were at the event but not pictured were Jorge Fontanez Daniel
Johnson, Kenneth Newberry, J Kootsouradis, John McKenzie, Clarles Tabb,
and Moody Robinson.


INVITATION TO BID


Addendum


Sealed bids will be received by the City of Jacksonville, Procurement
Division, 3rd floor, City Hall until the time and dates recorded below and
immediately thereafter publicly opened and recorded in the Conference
Room "C", 3rd Floor, St. James Building, 117 WEST DUVAL STREET.


BUYER:


Ivy Posey


AGENCY : Recreation and Community Services Department

CONTACT: Nancy Kirts 904-630-2099


OPENS:


WEDNESDAY, December 31, 2008 AT 2 P.M.


BID: ESC-0351-09 TRAINING AND RE-ENTRY FOR EX-OFFENDERS


SCOPE OF WORK:

TO PROVIDE JOB-READINESS TRAINING AND EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT TO
RELEASED PRISONERS BY PROVIDING A DETAILED PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
WHICH WILL OUTLINE THE STEPS NECESSARY TO ACHIEVE PROGRAM GOALS.

Addendum information:

This addendum is issued for the information of bidders and will be part qf
the contract.

This addendum indicates a bid opening date of December 31, 2008, at 2
p.m., to allow ample time to prepare bids. It also provides .clarification as
to insurance coverage requirements, allowable expenses, scoring and
award criteria, and the calculation of past years annual revenue.

A full addendum is available at
http://www.coj.net/Mayor/Jacksonville+Journey/Funding+Solicitations.htm

You can also call Ivy Posey at (904) 630-7533 for more information.


BY: MICHAEL CLAPSADDLE, CHIEF,
PROCUREMENT DIVISION


JOHN PEYTON, MAYOR
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE


INVITATION TO BID

ADDENDUM


Sealed bids will be received by the City of Jacksonville, Procurement
Division, 3rd floor, City Hall until' the time and dates recorded below and
immediately thereafter publicly opened and recorded in the Conference
Room "C", 3rd Floor, St. James Building, 117 WEST DUVAL STREET.


BUYER:Ivy Posey

AGENCY : Recreation and Community Services Department

CONTACT: Nancy Kirts 904-630-2099


OPENS:


WEDNESDAY, December 31, 2008 AT 2 P.M.


BID: ESC-0352-09 EX-OFFENDER EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM

SCOPE OF WORK:

TO PROVIDE JOB PLACEMENT SERVICES TO FORMER INMATES WHO RE-ENTER
JACKSONVILLE EACH YEAR FROM FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL PRISONS TO
PREVENT A RETURN TO A LIFE OF CRIME.

Addendum information:

This addendum is issued for the information of bidders and will be part of
the contract.

This addendum indicates a bid opening date of December 31, 2008, at 2
p.m., to allow ample time to prepare bids. It also provides clarification as
to insurance coverage requirements, allowable expenses, scoring and
award criteria, and the calculation of past years annual revenue.

A full addendum is available at
http://www.coj.net/Mayor/Jacksonville+Journey/Funding+ Solicitations.htm

You can also call Ivy Posey at (904) 630-7533 for more information.


BY: MICHAEL CLAPSADDLE, CHIEF

PROCUREMENT DIVISION


JOHN PEYTON, MAYOR

CITY OF JACKSONVILLE




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