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THE BAKER COUNTY PRESS 13840 YONGE LIBRARY FLA. HISTORY PO BOX 117007 UNIV. FLA. GAINESVILLE FL 32611 77ih Y- ar VO6T. 8I Paid circulation leader winner of22 state and national awards forjournalism excellence in 2006 Thursday, August 24, 2006 Macclenny, Florida 50 Cuy/er couple arrested for a daytime spree ofburglaries A Cuyler couple has been im- plicated in a string of daytime home burglaries dating back to early Jul\. and the sheriff's de- partment says it hopes to recover most of the stolen property that included guns and jewelry, Joshua M. IManuc\, 22, and Amber ManucN. 20. reportedly confessed late Monda) to nine area burglaries, though police say only seven of them have been reported since July 5. "We're not yet aware of the other two, though we believe they took place," said Sheriff Joe)' Dobson, adding that a num- ber of factors may enter into the fact that some break-ins go un- reported. He also said the couple may be responsible for similar crimes on Jacksonville's north- side. The fact that Mr. Manucy is a nephew of Deputy Sgt. Thomas DyaI.:a~.a kel to solving the string of crimes. said the sheriff. Authorities suspected a \\ white SUV was involved in several of them, and deduced that the vehi- cle had four different and distinct tires. Sgt. Dyal acted on tips from inside the family, and on Tues- day confirmed that his nephew's Ford Explorer matched not only the description but the tires were exact matches of molds taken at the scenes. On the basis of that, investiga- tors interviewed the couple into the evening, and charged them with seven counts of either bur- glary or armed burglary, depend- ing on whether guns were taken, and grand theft. Police also learned that on several occasions the couple had two of their three children with them, and further counts of child (Page 5 please) for August BY MICHAEL RINKER Press Staff Despite earlier confessing to the brutal killing of a Sander- son man, Melinda Wilson cried out in court that she didn't do it, and pleaded with her boyfriend, "Stevie, tell them the truth." Ms. Wilson, 48, made her first appearance in court Friday after being arrested the previ- ous night for first degree murder in the stabbing death of Dorsey Bennett. Her boyfriend, Stephen Ar- nold, 51, was charged with ac- cessory to grand theft. The pair stole two guns; am- munition, a scanner and a bottle Il 1 l 881 9 8 I 6 8 90 76 4 8819 8 Fatality in police chase ,r, ',. ,, .-- .. .r Tr .--,pir S and eldpuine3 pro~1eoi f tic C IC o'f AAltl1'3,dac ~ d'ntiklt xu 1J,'' 4 Ii/i ti,'7 rdtm:akler n, 3p- dWL' A h1'dbib hi. PFk,r.by F st. Hy Lawtey man dies as The passenger in a speeding car that outran police in both Bradford and Union counties' in the late morning of August 21 died when it shiunmed into the rear of a parked tractor- trailer laden \w ith gasoline on SR 121 south of Nlacclenni. Bel\ in McNeal, 52. ofLaite\, .died on im-n pact and the driver of the red 2002 Mitsubishi two-door. Stacev Bailey,. 24. of Starke %.as flow n to Shands Jacksonville following the accident just before 11:00 am. She was listed late Tuesday in stable condition with a com- pound fracture of the leg. The Florida Highway Patrol said Ms. Bai- ley, who was clocked at 124 mph as she rock- eted northbound on 121 from Union County, speeding car rams into abruptlN rek ersed direction when she sa"w that Baker Count\ depunes had positioned sharp "stop sticks" in the roadway just south of Mud Lake Road. Seconds later she collided w ith the left rear of the tanker truck that had been motioned off the roadway southbound on 121 by a Union Count) deputy. The Mitsubishi caught fire briefly before flames, were smothered by fire extinguishers, thus averting a massive explo- sion. Sgt. F. Hinton of FHP measured skid marks of over 300 feet leading to the collision point, and said the driver and passenger were not wearing seat belts. A Bradford County deputy alerted Union' stopped semi on 121 . Counts minutes before after he clocked Ms. Baile, going 75 mph in a 60 mph zone on SR 100 just west of Starke. "The car accelerated to a high rate of speed and our deputy ended his pursuit, notifying Union County they were headed in that direc- tion," said chief deputy Danny Pearson of the Bradford SO. Tw o Union County deputies sped toward the intersection of 100 with SR 121 north of Raiford, and also were unable to overtake the Mitsubishi. Baker County was notified and quickly deployed the sticks design to deflate tires. (Page 2 please) 13 murder of Lord Calvert whiskey. Ms. Wilson also alleged\ went through Mr. Bennett's pockets and took an unidentified amount of cash. They used the money to buy gas from Altman's store in Cuy- ler and rent a room at the Trav- elodge in Macclenny. Ms. Wilson then went shop- ping at the Cato store in Corner- stone Square shopping center where she bought a pair of shoes to replace the ones she'd worn during the murder, some clothes, and a silver cross necklace. Mr. Bennett, who lived alone, was found dead August 13 by his son, Marcus Bennett, who'd gone to visit him at his home on Clarence Bennett Road. Mr. Bennett, 69, was stabbed multiple times, according to Sheriff Joey Dobson, who called it an "extremely violent attack," but wouldn't release details at a press conference Friday. In a police report filed two days earlier, Deputy Michael Crews wrote that Mr. Bennett had several stab wounds in his back, sides, chest and head, and that "his throat had been slashed.... The immediate cause of death, however, was reportedly a stab wound to the heart. The sheriff said tips from the community helped investigators identify the suspects. Within two days, Ms. Wilson was being questioned and her car impounded. The sheriff said she and Mr. Bennett had been long-time "ac- quaintances," and that she had been to his home on a number of occasions. (Page 2 please) Insurance plan vote is delayed BY MICHAEL RINKER : Press Staff With time ticking down, Baker County commissioners delayed a decision on health in- surance for county employees August 21 because neither the\ nor their consultant could choose between competing plans. Commissioners instead scheduled a workshop August 30 to take a more in-depth look, after which they will meet to pick a plan. Insurance consultant Tim Owen of Jacksonville nar- rowed the choices to Humana, the county's current carrier, and AvMed. "You probably want me to make a crystal clear recommen- dation." he told the commission, adding, "this is a difficult rec- ommendation." He said his instinct i., io stick %with Humana. referring to it as Renewal 101. (Page 5 please) Local man 100th slain The individual with the dis- tinction of being the 100th homi- cide victim in Jacksonville so far this year turned out to be a Mac- clenny man shot inside an Ar- lington apartment the afternoon of August 21. James McCoy, 32, was shot at the Monterey Apartments about 1:30, according to the Jack- sonville Sheriff's Office. As of Tuesday, no suspects had been located in the killing, one of two in the city that day. Jacksonville's murder rate is running way ahead of 2005, and the situation has grabbed headlines and the attention of the electronic media, as well as some unwelcome national media attention. Most of the murders have been on the Northside. Three females on the property looking at an apart- ment said f they saw a male with a t-shirt draped over his Mr. McCoy face leave the apartment, followed by a woman who exited yelling, "He shot him!" The man fled on foot. Mr. McCoy was committed to a mental health clinic for obser- vation a year and one week be- fore his death after a relative in Macclenny called police because of erratic and sometimes violent behavior, according to sheriff's department records. His record includes successive arrests in June and July of 2001 for felony sale and possession of. marijuana. He was residing at the time at Rhoden's trailer park off Barber Road in South Macclenny, re- cords indicate. 'Didn't do it! 'woman wails at 1st appearance Al, Imcb? it dioll lllok d0l, it m. 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Mm. 12 Month CertficAte r c,&-, (From page 1) After being interrogated throughout the week, Ms. Wil- son told investigators Thursday morning that Mr. Arnold lad killed Mr. Bennett. Meanwhile, after his series of interviews, Mr. Arnold said he'd gone with her to Mr. Bennett's home. She wanted to borrow moftey and get guns to "threaten some individuals in Jackson- ville," according to a police re- port. He said he waited in the car, but became impatient and Went into the house where he found Chase fatality (From page 1) Police departments across the country have modified poli- cies:' on high-speed car chases for liability and safety reasons, usinrg devices like "stop sticks" instead. Investigator Doug York of the Unibn County SO disputed an earlier media report that one of his deputies at the scene ordered the fuel truck to park in the road- way as a means of blocking the speeding vehicle. . "Actually, he was getting vehicles off the road for safety reasons because they knew how fast that car had been going," said Mr. York. "The truck was partially parked in the road and there were other vehicles parked off the shoulder." The confusion, he speculated, came from the wording of an FHP media release issued later that day. It read in part: "The driver of vehicle two (the semi) was requested to stop in the traf- ficway by a Union County [dep- uty]." Undersheriff York said he was listening Tuesday to tapes of ra- dio and telephone traffic during the chase to piece together the sequence of events. Spokesman Pearson in Brad- ford County said the car's occu- pants did not initially appear to have police records, and he was unaware of a report the same vehicle was chased by a state trooper over the weekend. Ms. Bailey reportedly told an emergency worker she and Mr. McNeal had been snorting cocaine that morning. He was the sixth person to die on Baker County roads so far this year. Mr. Bennett lying in a pool of blood on the kitchen floor as Ms. Wilson stood nearby hold- ing a knife. As he lay. dying. Mr.iB'ennett? pleaded for help from Mr. Ar-ix..: nold, who said he -knelt downrrto: check on him and try to stop the bleeding with a rag and a hand- kerchief. At that point, Ms. Wilson gathered the guns, ammo and liquor from rear bedrooms and took them to her vehicle. While she was outside, Mr. Bennett died, according to Mr. Arnold, She returned to rifle through his pockets for cash. From there they went to Altman's, the Travelodge and Cato. The next day, the couple re- turned to the Sanderson home where they'd been staying. Mr. Arnold said he hid the sto- len items in three locations in the back yard of the home on Beech Street. The guns were buried in a quilt that Ms. Wilson had taken from Mr. Bennett's bed. He took police to the home to retrieve the items. When investigators returned, they re-interviewed Ms. Wilson, who allegedly confessed to the murder, little more than four hours after blaming Mr. Arnold. At first, she told the sheriff she stabbed Mr. Bennett once. Soon afterward, she told Chief Ger- ald Gonzalez it was twice. Still later, she again said twice but told investigators she blacked out and could have stabbed him more times. She also told them she dis- posed of the murder weapon and her shoes, but wouldn't say where. Investigators then brought her and Mr. Arnold into the same room where the couple agreed that she'd killed Mr. Bennett. They were arrested around 9 pm. Sheriff Dobson said he gath- ered Mr. Bennett's family to- gether about an hour later and told them of the arrest. They were "relieved," he said at his press conference the following morning. .. - Investigators put in dozens of hours tr) ing to close the case in the first few days. The sheriff said he and his staff were concerned that com- munity residents would be wor- ried about a killer on the loose. Ms.. Wilson and Mr. Arnold were brought to court at 1:30 pm Friday for their first appearance. They stood a few feet apart, both shackled. Mr. Arnold stepped forward and County Judge Joey Williams read the charge, appointed a public defender and granted him bond of $100,000 on the condi- tion he not contact his co-defen- dant or the victim's family. Ms. Wilson moved forward as her boyfriend stepped back. Judge Williams turned to Ms. Wilson and told her she was be- ing charged with first degree murder, prompting her to break down. She began to wail, saying she didn't do it. She turned toward Mr. Ar- nold and pleaded, "Stevie, tell them the truth." Turning back toward the judge, she said, "I was there but I didn't do it!" At that point she began to swoon, and Sheriff Dobson stepped forward to catch her. He held her there as Judge Williams waited until she'd re- gained her composure. He then appointed a public defender and ordered her held without bond. Earlier in the day, at the sher- iff's press conference, assistant state attorney J. Melton Bess- inger said it was too early to say whether he will seek the death penalty. "We'll make that determina- tion later on." Cemetery Meeting Cedar Creek Cemetery Saturday, August 26 o10:00 --AI Election of Officers AMERICAN DREAM: Homeownership. Fantasy Come True: NO MORTGAGE CLOSING COSTS: Get your first mortgage with VyStar and we'll pay up to $5,000 towards your closing costs. Offer excludes prepaid items,t loan origination fee and discount points. Remember, we have plenty of choices with and without a loan origination fee. 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IVjjy JNION PRESS ADVERTISING, )LINE 5:,OOPMMONIDAY DEAE w rs rs" - fe THE BAKER COUNTY PRESS, Thursday August 24, 2006 Page,,3 Opinion comment Newspaper '06awards now up THE ,- dOW ^ The Baker County Press won five awards for In June, Press publisher McGa BAKERCOUNTY journalism excellence from the Florida Press Club by the Tallahassee-based First A | in results announced last week, raising the news- dation for his efforts to open re p paper's number of state and national honors this profit Baker Medical Services In SPRESS year to 22. publicly-owned Fraser Hospital ", H -:ill krnr a first nlace for his editorial car- time a newspaper earned the fo US 004280 eqw 598 !aO4p4Sout51.S"SL N~laccry, FL. 32063 194)25-2400 FI coam'Press K pUblshed each prs*daby Baker County Press, Inc.. ta'ge',paldtmnder permit- d9A i2 i929 a t'os ffie h, W.J$Q' mrwide Butww Couty; $25.00 artdE erC'i -tv ddut$1.00 -p~t 5 Wyar of age o.- OkW ill- ~ptr~f nwt- onactae t d outside B*ter ~,iIco geferstdents lMrn uAside d*4y.?lSTMASTER: 96d Arhe'S 2 BaW Th County Pess, RO. Bo' JAMES C. MCGAULEY Publisher * EDITOR Michael Rinker NEWS/FEATURES Kelley Larnigan ADVERTISING,'PRODUCTION Jessica Prevatt TYPESETTING/GRAPHICS Jeremy Beasley & Josh Blackmon FEATURES/,COMMENT Robert Gerard COMMENT Cheryl R. Pingel BUSINESS MANAGER Karin Thomas CLASSIFIEDS Barbara Blackshear CONTACT US- :Phone 904/259-2400 Fax- 904/259-6502 SEmail bcpress@nefcom.net Mail- PO Box 598 104 South 5th St Macclenny, FL 32063.. www.bakercountypress.com This newspaper is printed on *: recycled paper. Submission Deadlines All news and advertising must be submitted to the newspaper office prior to 5:00 p.m. on the Monday prior to publication, unless otherwise noted or arranged. Material received after this time will not be guaranteed for publication. It is requested that all news items be typed to insure accuracy in print. Social Notice Deadlines Birth announcements, wedding notic- es and social events must be submit. ted within four weeks of the event. It is your responsibility to ensure pho. tographers, etc. are aware of this policy. tslld .to the editor are but must c6n- |tanthe signature of the writer, a telephone num- her where the writer may be contacted and city of : residence. Letters must .Teflect opinions and :statements on issues of .current interest to the : -.general public. The news- paper reserves the right Sto reject any material which in the newspaper's Judgement does not meet id standards s of publication. Ira flUan oo. inLt p im' t ncVat %- toons, while Michael Rinker earned third-place awards in sports writing, sports photography and sports'page, design. Mr. Rinker, along With Jim McGauley and Bob Gerard, took a second place in hurricane coverage for their newp, photography ' and commentary on Hurricane Katrina., In July, the National Newspaper Association awarded Mr. Rinker a first-place for business writ- ing and a second-place for sports writing. Also last month, the National Federation of Press Women announced that Nancy Szanto had won four aw ards. including a first-place for special articles on government and politics. She also re- ceived a second and two honorable mentions. Ms. Szanto retired at the end of 2005. to 22 auley was honored amendment Foun- cords of the non- c., which runs the . It was the first undation's Friend of the First Amendment award. Meanwhile, The Press won ten awards from the Florida Press Association, including first place in hurricane season coverage, business writing and sports game day story. Unlike the FPA and the NNA, the Florida Press Club does not divide weekly newspapers by size. That means The Press, with a circulation of 5500, was competing against metropolitan papers and those owned by national chains, some of which have circulations of 50,000 to 60.000. The East County Observer in Sarasota and Man- atee counties, which also won awards in the same sports categories, has a circulation of 86,000. A "Copyrighted Material 4-.Syndicated Content 4 Available from Commercial News Providers a mt -ONSWIL -'W1. Bear had become 'nuisance THEBACK PORCH KELLEY LANNIGAN I had the unusual experience recently of being present during the rescue of a mother bear and her two cubs from a tree behind a residence in downtown Mac- clenny. I just happened to be passing the area as the event unfolded. A rescue team from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission conducted the res- cue and personnel from the For- estry Service had secured the area. Fire Chief Buddy Dugger got me permission to approach and when the sow was tranquil- ized and safely on the ground, he escorted me up close to get my photos. It was the first black bear I had ever seen and I marveled at the competence of the team as they examined the sow, gathered data and loaded her and later the cubs into a culvert trap for safe transport to the agency's head- quarters. I left feeling good about the bear's fate. It was with surprise and dis- may that I learned several days later the mother bear had been euthanized. I wanted to know why. When I discussed it with other people, they wanted to know the same thing. Bears are seriously en- dangered and not many are left in the wild. To destroy an ani- mal whose numbers are already so threatened seemed folly. So why had she been destroyed? I called Henry Cabbage at the press office of the FFWCC to find out how their organiza- tion arrives at such a decision. According to Mr. Cabbage, this mother bear's problems began a year ago when she wandered into a residential sub- divison in Apopka. She was captured and relocated. A year later she appeared in Apopka again, near a garbage source, this time with three cubs. She and the cubs were captured and relocated to the Apalachicola National Forest. Later she was sighted, with only two cubs in Eastpoint, first at a campground, then a private residence. There, were reports of her foraging in a dumpster and ex- hibiting fearless behavior in the presence of humans. It was later discovered the bear was being intentionally fed dog food in a residential back- yard. In a last attempt to relocate 'the bear to the wild, she and the cubs were released in a remote section of the Osceola' Forest. Two weeks later the bears were captured in Macclenny. Unfortunately, this bear had used up her quota of chances and became what the FFWCC categorizes as a 'nuisance' bear. Bears lose their innate wari- ness of humans when people intentionally feed them or leave items like pet food or garbage accessible on their property and in campgrounds. Bears become conditioned to human food sources and begin to tolerate the presence of peo- ple to gain access to the food. According to Kipp Frohlich, section leader of Imperiled Spe- cies for FFWCC, "...bears are attracted to garbage and like to dig in trash cans and dumpsters. Those containers can be tightly secured and we need the coop- eration of waste management companies and communities if we are to solve this problem." Frohlich also says that there are few facilities willing to take "nuisance" bears and when they lose their fear of humans and become potentially aggressive, they are usually euthanized. Intellectually, I grasp reasoning, but only in part. And so when the Maccle black bear, which happen; be an endangered species, deemed to be "potentially" gressive toward "humans situation that humans create the first place she paid fc with her life because no feas alternative is presently in pl Here's the kicker and thing that is so bitterly ir( for me. This bear was put d( for her "potential" as a threat humans. I wonder how mn more have met the same fat To date, no incidence c human being attacked by a 1 has ever been reported in State of Florida, according the FFWCC website. Bears are shy creatures. f ple rarely see them even in wild and usually glimpse t back ends because they are treating from the presence humans as quickly as possi It is illegal to feed or hunt th according to the FFWCC. As more and more comic cial development takes p large areas of habitat that b depend on for food, water shelter is being fragmented. section of roaming ranges roadways makes finding m difficult and limits a be chances of successfully mo' into more suitable habitat. The agency says 90 per of bears who die non-nat deaths are hit by vehicles. Today it is estimated there may be as few as 1, black bear left in Florida, a far cry from the estimated million thought to have c roamed the continent of N America. Native Americans rev the bear as a supernatural c ture. How I wish, for the be sake, that were true. C 'Dumb' q met with s MY SIDE OF THE MATTER ROBERT GERARD My sister sent me an inter- esting e-mail the other da) that made me think about the last time I traveled out of the coun- try. It contained some of the out- rageous comments the Canadian Tourism website had received about the 2010 Winter Olym- pics. It reminded me of many of the ridiculous notions that foreigners have about the USA and Ameri- cans in general. Here's a look at some of the misconceptions foreigners hale about Canada, and some of the weird ideas folks harbor about the United States. From the an- swers the Canadian Tourism board sent back. it's clear the agency is a little fed up %with the strange questions and stooped to sarcasm. Go figure, eh? The countries from whence the questions came are in parenthesis. Q: I have never seen it warm on Canadian TV. so how do the plants grow? (England) A: We import all plants fully grown and then just sit around and watch them die. Q: Will I be able to see polar- bears in the street? (USA) A: Depends how much you've been drinking. Q: I, want to walk from Van- couver to Toronto can I follow the railroad tracks? (Sweden) A: Sure, it's only 4000 miles, p so take lots of water. Q: Is it safe to run around in the bushes in Canada? (Sweden) ')" A: So it's true what they say S about Swedes. op Q: It's imperative that I find the names and addresses of places to contact for a stuffed beaver. this A: We're not touching this one. nny Q: Can you give me some in- s to formation about hippo racing in was Canada? (USA) ag- A: A-FRI-CA is the big tri- - a angle-shaped continent south of d in Europe. CAN-A-DA is that big or it country to the north ... oh, forget ;ible it. Sure, the hippo racing is every ace. Tuesday night in Calgary. Come the drunk. onic Q: Are there any ATMs in , own Canada? Can you send me a list at to of them in Toronto, Vancouver, iany Edmonton and Halifax? (Eng- e. land) I of a A: What did your last slave bear die of? the Q: Which direction is north in g to Canada? (USA) A: Face south and turn 180 Peo- degrees. Contact us when you the get there and we'll send you the heir rest of the directions. re- Q: Can I bring cutlery into e of Canada? (England) ible. A. Why? Just use your fingers iem, like we do. Q: Can you send me the Vi- mer- enna Boys' Choir schedule? lace (USA) ears A: AUS-TRI-A is that quaint and little country bordering GER- Bi- MAN-Y, which is ... oh, forget by it. Sure, the Vienna Boys' Choir xates -ar's ving cent ural that ,200 far, two once orth ered ;rea- Dar's BUY 1 GET 1 FREE Marlboro Blend 27 Marlboro Menthol Light Marlboro Menthol Light 100s Marlboro Menthol 72 Camel Lights Camel Full. Flavor Camel 99 Camel Turkish eistions arcasm plays every Tuesday night in Val - couver and in Calgary, right after the hippo races. Come drunk. i Q: Do you have perfume in Canada? (Germany) A: No. We don't stink. r. Q. Do you celebrate Thanks- giving in Canada? (USA) A: Only at Thanksgiving. 't Q: Are there supermarkets in Toronto and is milk available all year round? (Germany) A: No, we are a peaceful civi- lization of vegan hunter/gather- ers. Milk is illegal. Q: I have a question about -a-' famous animal in Canada. but I-:* forget its name. It's a kind of big horse.with horns. USA) A: It's called a moose. The are tall and very violent, ea ing the brains of anyone walK- ing close to them. You can scare them off by spraying yourse#, With human urine before you gE out walking. Q: Will I be able to speak En' lish most places I go? (USA) " A: Yes, but you will have to learn itfirst. Strange but true. Here are some misconceptions about the good old USA. We are not all rich. We do not all drive fancy cars like Mercedes and BMWs, unless of course you are visiting Palm Beach or Bev- erly Hills. Women in the South do not still dress in hoop skirts and look like Scarlet O'Hara. Lynchings are not commo).9., practice in the American South. We are'not all cowboys who. rope and ride. We do not all' act like Clint' Eastwood. I'm not sure Clint, Eastwood even acts like Clinti Eastwood. *Florida is not all one big., / beach or theme park. There ared some places where work is actu-,, ally done. However, Orlando is." the exception to the rule. It really', is fantasy land. Speaking of fantasy land,1" you can not become a movie star just by walking down Sun- set Strip. Unless you're Jennifer Aniston. We do not all act like Walk- er-Texas Ranger. Of course, it is possible to see episodes of; Walker-Texas Ranger 24 hours a day by surfing through the cable? channels. I-t Complete Electrical Sign Company . Manufacturing Repair Face Replacement & Custom Graphics Call Us For All Your Signage Needs l 904-766-6222 www.signsharks.com Macclenny Amoco Lv3am eg5i A ='T"* A A. A NEWPORTS ($7.99) IBUY 2 GET 1 FREE DORAL $19.99 carton 305s $12.99 carton I I I I .- .1 At the comer of US 90 & SR 121 m% Sunday 7..am- 9pm Mon.-Sat, 6 am 10 pm / o. THE BAKER COUNTY PRESS, Thursday August 24, 2006 Page 4 ,School di; owned mi !pY KELLEY LANNIGAN RPress Staff A recent title search required ;,o complete the deeding of five acres of land South of Sander- son on CR 229 to Corey Ben- hett revealed that one acre of the parcel has actually belonged to ithe Baker County School Board .since 1891. i Until the recent search, the district was unaware it owned |the property. Freddie and Connie Bennett, Parents of Corey Bennett, who were in the process of deeding five acres of their 100+family farm to their son, contacted the school after court records re- yealed the discrepancy. According to official court 'and tax records researched by the Bennetts and school district Di- tector of Facilities Denny Wells, the acre was originally deeded |o the school district by A. J. Cobb, the county's first superin- tendent, for the construction of a one room school house. ; Mr. Cobb owned the property and on record is his hand-writ- ten "warranty deed" dated Feb. ,1891, which gave one acre to the Baker County School Board 4)r the price of one dollar. Corey Bennett's mother Con- me, a former district administra- t1r. maintained the property has Been in the family since pur- hase by her great-grandfather, *rthur Raulerson. The Bennett timily has paid taxes on the land fr the last 50 years. Also, according to the Ben- letts, the back quarter of the Iand is considered wetlands and could not be developed. Two ponds on the property were constructed when CR 229 was quilt. Only about half of the acre iyould actually be viable. t The board voted this week to teed the land back to the Ben- Aett family. Corey Bennett will be responsible for all survey, writing description and record- iig fees associated with comple- tion of deed process. "The Bennetts have been very forthright about this situa- tion and have voluntarily shared all information and documents With us. We want to do the right thing." said Superintendent Pau- 1r Barton. "Ownership of this one acre won't make or break the school district. I consider this a 'people first' decision," she said. SIn other matters this week, the board granted the request df Marcheta Crews, Director 4f Family Service Center, for guidelines to place automatic external defibrilators (AEDs) in Baker County Schools. ; AEDs are devices that shock the heart to restore a normal heartbeat in the event of a car- diac arrest or a life-threatening irregular heart rhythm. As of July 1, 2006, AEDs were mandated in the public schools by the Florida Legisla- tuIre. Twelve AEDs were donated to the school district by the Bak- strict dee mistakenly er County Emergency IM System (EMS). The scho trict is responsible for t of employees expected the device and will also sponsible for their mainte Each AED unit costs b $1,600 and $2,000 and tenance for all dozen uni run between $500 and annually. Laura Raulerson, RN the Baker County Healt apartment, has volunteer provided training. In other items, the board voted to piggyback existing Sarasota County Z44 U,.s - back acre since 1891 medical bid awarded to the PMH Group, )ol dis- Inc. for a sound system at Me- raining morial Stadium, and for the con- to use nection of portables at Baker be re- County High School to an inter- ;nance. com and television system. between The quote for the sound sys- main- tem is $16,015, and it is sup- its will posed to be in place before the $1,000 first home football game on Sept. 1. q with The quote for labor and ma- th De- trials to install cables to outfit red to portables for intercom and tele- vison systems is $19,933. Both school are funded by property tax rev- off an enues. district 14(5 - 1'j. Knows dirt on sheri ,and stillarrested A Glen St. Mary man who said he "knew all kinds of dirt on [Sheriff] Joey Dobson," was nonetheless arrested August 17 for driving under the influence. Robert Alexander III, 29, was stopped around 1:30 am on Lowder Street after Deputy Wil- liam Hilliard saw him driving erratically. There was an empty beer can on the passenger floor and one under the driver's seat. When asked if he'd been drinking, Mr. Alexander said he is a bartender at the Twisted Martini in Jacksonville and al- ways has a few drinks with cus- tomers. He agreed to roadside so- briety tests, but stopped during the first one and said, "I want . ,,' Yd" """%._.".. }, ..,, ,, ^ :q, : ,' " is, , NO Community health center named for Dr. Dopson Dr. Gary Dopson said he was moved when he stepped outside the Baker Community Health Center adjacent to Fraser Hospital on August 15 to learn its name had been changed to Dopson Family Medical Center to honor his 34 years of family practice in Baker County. Dr. Dopson is leaving in September to become a staff physician at Northeast Florida State Hospital, but will remain as chairman of the non-profit Baker County Medical Services that manages Fraser Hospital and the Wells Nursing Home. The physician, a Macclenny native who returned here to open a practice in 1972, initially had a joint practice with the late Dr. Frank Kilgo, and had been located for years on South 5th in Macclenny, then moved to the medical building several months ago. He and several other doctors are located in the same facility. Dr. Dopson is a veteran city commissioner and current mayor of Macclenny. J L SIda Bennett IAULERSON for County Commissioner District 4, Democrat From Here. For Here. ',t'< --. .t-4 : .- -J Dedicated to preserving the value of life of all citizens in our community while mak- ing sure our heritage and ,' small community' charac- teristics are never forgotten. ' Pd. political adv. pd. for and approved by Ida Raulerson, Dem. for County Commissioner Dist. 4 r my lawyer here if I am going to do any more of your stupid ... tests!" Deputy Hilliard pointed to the front of Mr. Alexander's driver's license where it says he must submit to sobriety tests. "The tests are bull----, and I'm not going to take any of them," he responded. He was then arrested, which made him angry. "I have enough dirt on all of you deputies in Baker County ... and all kinds of dirt on Joey Dobson and what a piece of [hu- man waste] he was!" He then followed that with the classic: "Anytime you want to take that badge off I'll show you what an a-- kicking is!" After being taken to jail, Mr. Alexander accused Deputy Hilliard and another officer of punching him three times in the face. The officers denied it, and there were no marks on his face. In addition to DUI, he was charged with failure to drive within a single lane and resist- ing an officer (he refused to sign his citation). Incorrect year Last week's edition incorrect- ly stated the county's last murder occurred in 1999. The "Leap Day Murder" of a convenience store clerk off Woodlawn Road happened in 2000. I Re Elect School Board Member District 4 EXPERIENCED 10 years on the school board TRAINED State Certified Board Member Master Board Distinction DEDICATED Many years of service to the children of Baker County through volunteerism and serving on the school board "I would like to continue to help move the district forward as your school board member." 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Offer is available for money not currently on deposit with Mercantile Bank.Transaction limitations apply.Member FDIC is STILL the answer! Your quality of life in Baker County the next S5-10 years depends on decisions made TODAY! THE BAKER COUNTY PRESS, Thursday August 24, 2006 Page 5 Commission puts off vote on a medical plan (From page 1) However, of his three criteria for choosing a plan rates, net- work and the inconvenience of change -AvMed met two better rates and network while Huma- na's benefit was that employees would be used to its methods and wouldn't have to change health care providers. County resident Sarah Whita- ker, an account executive for Hu- mana, spoke to the board about details of her company's plan. A representative from AvMed attended the meeting but did not address the commission. The key sticking point is ac- cess to Fraser Memorial Hospi- tal. Baker County Medical Ser- vices,, which runs the county hospital, is involved in a court battle with Humana and Aetna over emergency room discount reimbursements. "If we have the chance to use Fraser, we should do it," said commission chairman Alex Rob- inson. Commissioner Gordon Crews noted, "Most people I talk to want to know \\h\ they can't use Ed Fraser." However, Mr. Crews, who works for the hospital as a nurse supervisor, said both plans are good. Mr. Owen agreed. "There's not going to be grave danger whichever direction \ou go.", Cathy Williams, who admin- isters county insurance, warned the commission that time is run- ning out-for choosing a plan. - She said the county must hold- an open enrollment, get em- ployee information to the carrier and have everything in place for payroll deductions beginning in October. Also at Monday's meeting, commissioners: Agreed to help fund a youth center at Jonesville Park in Sand- erson. The country health department' received a federal abstinence: grant t" fund the building, which \\ill be a modular unit, and some staff salaries, at least for the near future. :'The Baker County YMCA and the Sheriff's Office will also support the center., It w ill be open from 3:15 pm to 6:00 pm Monday through Fri- day, and offer local youth a place to go for fun and camaraderie. Burglaries!... (From page 1) abuse may be filed. Both child- ren are under five. 'Sheriff Dobson said holds have been put on property al-' legedly pawned by the couple in northeast Florida, and credited a new computer software used by' police in north Florida-south Georgia region with tracking down pawn tickets and tracing them back to the suspects. \,"We feel like most of the prop- erty will go back to the hands of the victims," he predicted. The Manucys, who moved back to the area recently from Wisconsin where the husband had been working, knocked on front doors to determine wheth- er a residence, mostly mobile homes, was occupied. If some- one came to the door, they said they were seeking an address in the neighborhood. .They used a screwdriver to pry open doors, and police be- lieve in one of the crimes Ms. Manucy acted alone. They took items easily pawned, along with containers of loose change and bills. The sheriff's department has traced these crimes to the cou- ple: Only July 5, the residences of .Keith Lane near Taylor and Bemiece Anthony off Doyle Williams Road. On August 9, the home of Ronnie Long on SR 121 south of Macclenny On August 15, the homes of Tanya Anderson near Glen St. Mary, Deborah Frailey off CR 127 and Charles Kirkland off Jessie Yarbrough Rd. On August 16, the residence of Celina Jacobs off CR 125 south. For instance, there will be after- school activities, computers, a flat-screen television and a foos- ball table.' The county will give $15,000 toward insurance, maintenance, ramp/steps installation, septic tank 'installation, signage and permitting. Agreed to meet with new county manager Joe Cone for a strategic planning session on is- sues facing the county. "I know what I think is impor-i tant, I just want to make sure I'm on the same page as the board," Mr. Cone said. Heard from Jim McGauiley, chairman,of the Baker Coun- ty Code Enforcement Board, who %wanted clarification on the CEB's ability to order cleanup of private property violating coun ts code. CEB members orioinall\ wanted to meet with the commis- sion to seek a local ordinance to' that effect, but found out shortly before the meeting they already had the power. - Nobody seemed to be famil- iar with the ordinance, so county planning director Ed Preston \ill meet with count, attorney Terry Brown to clarify\ the la%\. hours later. In other property crimes: Janice Gainey of Sanderson told police August 18 that she returned home from work to find someone had cracked the safe in her house, stealing a $3000 dia- mond ring. tx\o handguns -a.38 caliber and a 9mm a tennis bracelet, prescription drugs and miscellaneous coins. The total loss \\as valuied at $4250. SMossmann Inspections, LLC 716-8769 celi 259-3366 Mike Ossmann, Home Inspection Specialist First Baptist Church of Maccenny Feels Like Home" "' 372 S. Sixth Street at W. Minnesota Ave. SUNDAY SERVICES WEDNESDAY SERVICES L M l SunJday SchiiciOl '.:i.3n irn Priyer Bible Stud' 6 45 pm Worship 10:45 ami A tani,wi tor Children 6-4 pm 6 00 fpni Yoiuh Groupr 6'45 pmr Dr. Edsel M. Bone Direction'from -10: Take Exit 48 N. Go 1.3 miles S.,th -li .,. 12l ", ur :pl, .,n lI-tr Broadcast tive on WJXR 92.1 FM each Sunday Morning @ 11:00 am American Enterprise SBank Contact Jamey Ho dge' s for all your lending aied , i); Proiidlo Of fice 692 W. Macclenlny Ave. Macclenny, Floridla 259-6003 ................. Jason Knabb for County Commissioner District 2 Jason knows the problem-growth and change are coming whether we want it or not. We need a plan to manage growth and bring jobs and clean industry to Baker County,. JASON HAS THAT PLAN! Jason knows in other counties it is the developers who have to bear the cost of building new access roads into subdivisions, Let's keep SR 121 and US 90 from becoming gridlocked like Blanding Blvd."Ifs just that simple' Jason knows a simple request by the County Commission to the Department of Transpor- tation would place Baker County in a planned direction from rural to urbanization and simple change will help bring in clean industry.'It's just that simple' Jason knows communities that have successfully managed growth have done so by first knowing the problems and have the solutions. Jason Knabb has those solutions-'It'sjust that simple,' See my ad on page 7 for more detail of my plan. J: A ODdadline: ;J,toda 5:0 PM 2 arrests, 1 soughtfor theft Two Duval county residents Charles Kirkland of Mac- were arrested August 21 in Mac- clenny, reported August 15, that clenny and a third is wanted in someone forced open the back connection with grand theft door of his home and stole a auto. $1200 shotgun, four other weap- Eric Crawford, 22, of Bald- ons, a diamond ring, other jew- win and Sherrie Padgett, 28, elry, and about $40 in coins. He of Jacksonville were stopped valued the property at $4040. around 3:00 am on Timberlane Paul Kratz, manager of the Drive in a van reported stolen Jiffy Lube on South Sixth Street, from Jacksonville. told police August 17 that he George Crawford, 30,, of suspected one of his employees Baldwin fled as Deputy Wayne of taking $377 in cash from the Limbaugh %%as putting the driver night deposit and money\ to open Eric Crawford in a patrol car. the business in the morning. Mi- The officer was responding to chael Phillips, 33, of Glen St. a report of a suspicious vehicle Mary didn't show up for work when he found the three in the that morning. van. Mr. Kratz later told police that Eric Crawford and Ms. Mr. Phillips called and offered Padgett admitted they knew the to bring the money and ke\s to van was stolen. the store to him at Jiffy Lube. George Crawford is also a Mr. Kratz said he told him to suspect in a car theft that oc- turn himself in at the sheriff's curred on Fox Run Circle a few office. Hurry ~InIToday! Well.Drilling ~ Water Softeners & Purification Septic Tanks Drain Fields ~ Culverts 259-6934 o WE'RE YOUR WATER EXPERTS Licensed in Florida &> Georgia VISA MasterCard American Express Discover . '' q 25 years working with the public. , ; Not just a voice, , but a manF .'. Of action. , A. ELECT Someone who cares... Charles Eddie) ANDERSON' County Commissioner Dist. 4 Folifcai ad e ru mr.-i.,1i1 : ana a47rorvd M- Charir Eri IJ Ar..jf. V:.rE D. ].:.r uI Ci Crmrn.rn.-o r ODsu.:i THE BAKER COUNTY PRESS, Thursday August 24, 2006 Page 6 Woman beaten at Boy Scout Camp Sunday after cops leav A Macclenny man was arrest- ed for loitering August 14 after a woman reported he'd been. -knocking on her door asked for money to have the fan belt on his car fixed. Brian McDonald, 38, went to the home on Lowder Street around 11:00 pm. Benita Vanes said he was at the door telling her his car had broken down and he needed $25 to repair it. While he was talking to her, the driver of the car drove away. Mr. McDonald had been a pas- senger in the car. Ms. Vanes knew him because he'd been in the local store she owns. Deputy William Miller found Mr. McDonald walking south on Lowder at US 90. He admit- ted smoking drugs earlier in the evening. In other cases: Jon White, 28, of Macclen- ny was arrested August, 15 after police found him sleeping inside A Sanderson man was arrest- ed for misdemeanor possession of marijuana August 16 after the car in which he was a passenger was stopped for erratic driving. Reginald Givens, 30, had stepped out of the car as Deputy Brad Dougherty checked the license of the driver, Maurice Ruise. The officer took note when Mr. Givens stood there holding his phone with one hand while the other was out of sight. I When he walkedback to make sure Mr. Givens didn't have a weapon, he saw him holding a clear plastic bag.'. Mr. Givens started to get back into the car and tried to covertly dispose of the bag. Deputy Dougherty retrieved the bag and found it to contain marijuana. Mr. Givens was taken to jail, while Mr. Ruise was cited for driving with a suspended li- cense. The' officer stopped Mr. Ruise's car around 11:00 pm on CR 139 and King Ruise Road in Margaretta after observing it ex- ceed the speed limit and swerve repeatedly across the center line. Mr. Ruise explained that he had just fixed the car and was testing it. In other drug cases: Two Glen St. Mary men were arrested August 18 after Deputy Michael Lagle recog- nized one as a fugitive. Jason Parish, 19, was sitting in the passenger seat of a ve- hicle driven by Bruce Bennett, also 19. a car parked on the grass near the NAPA auto parts store. He had an open bottle of whiskey inside the car. Deputy John Warren Hardin had to shout loudly to awaken Mr. White, who said he was waiting for his girlfriend to re- turn because she had the car keys. The officer, however, noticed the keys sitting next to the whis- key. When asked for identifica- tion, Mr. White said he didn't have any, but gave the officer a name that turned out to be fake. Deputy Hardin searched the car and found a Delaware identi- fication card for Mr. White, who as it turned out was wanted in Delaware and Marion County, Florida, for violation of proba- tion. He was charged with violat- ing the open container law and resisting an officer without vio- lence.. SAnthony Chapman, 24, As they drove past the offi- cer in the Wal-Mart parking lot around 9:48 pm, he saw Mr. Par- ish, who had a warrant outstand- ing. He was arrested on the war- rant and also for having a "self- propelled knife." Deputy Lagle noticed the smell of marijuana wafting from the vehicle. He asked Mr. Ben- nett if there were any illegal drugs inside. "Yeah, it's in my pocket." It was marijuana, and he was arrested for misdemeanor pos- of Glen St. Mary was arrested August 19 for trespassing after he went to his estranged wife's home in Glen despite two warn- ings by Deputy Wayne Lim- baugh. Police filed a battery charge against Crystal, Mette August 20 after she beat up another woman at the Boy Scout Camp. The victim, Marisa Parker, called the sheriff's, office after Ms. Mette began arguing with her. After police settled things down and left, Ms. Mette put her arm around Ms. Parker and said "everything is cool," as they started walking. / Ms. Mette, however, grabbed Ms. Parker by the hair and threw her to the ground, got on top of her and pummelled her. A witness confirmed Ms. Parker's story. Deputy Limbaugh was un- able to find Ms. Mette. so he filed charges with the state at- torney. session. Michael Suppa. 22. of Glen St. Mary v\as arrested August 19 after police went to his home in response to a report of a distur- bance., He told Deputy John Warren Hardin that he and his wife had been arguing. As he spoke with the officer,- Mr. Suppa became increasingly upset. Deputy Hardin. for, his own safety, decided to search him, finding a small bag of marijua- na. Bank gives kids shirts and encouragement Members of Kelley Horne's kindergarten class received brand new T-shirts recently courtesy of the Mercantile Bank to start off the scih '/ \ t ar. E'ery year, the hank prei ws irts to ihe kindergarten students to show community support. The shirt's slogan says h ',tcalitule Bank welcomes the 2g.).'0-, Kriderjar,,en class! Look Out Seniors Here We Come!" Back row from left, Sherrie Raulerson, PreK/Kindergarten Prm;n-pal: Alercannle Bank employees Dana Wood, Lea Harrington, Wall) Smith and Elizabeth Ellis. PoTo BY KELLEY LANNIGAN Congressman introduces more user iendly site A new\ website touted as a e's.. *. .-.- .N'o more user-friendly and interac- tIke %%as introduced last %'eek b B of as i Butch's Paint & Body Shop | the office of Congressman An- . der Crensha%% of Jacksontille. 5573 Harley Thft Rd. \\hose 4th District includes 5573 Harley Thrift Rd. The site ,http://crensha. YOUR ONE STOP COLLISION CENTER | houe.o contains a "cae- ALL MAJOR & MINOR REPAIR work section for answers to ' questions and a guide for con- F.or.eici [-o.TiCstic _ stituents needing assistance II 1 dealing %with federal or other v.,JT ._. DLp.orlt L if C ti', anr/ Paint agencies. (.a CompurCr Estimting Other features include a ser- 7,,, k'M ' %ices section to order flags, ar- I'I Insuronce ,'"m Work ' range tours of the capitol and i t e for services to people seeking !* t m grants. A youth section for in- Color Matchinqg formation on sert ice academy ll Insured nominations, internships and *S special e\ ents like the annual art ENTERPRISE Stop in for your f"gC stimiat ' competition. Legislative infor- -- mation, including Congressman I RENT-A-CAR 5 "5 Crenshaw's position on key is- DROP-OFF 259 7 I 5 sues. "r _a .. -:....... -.. -... ....... .. .. COUNTRY MUSIC S H O W C A S E Coming October 14, 2006 stoning: James Taylor Curtis & Silver Eagle Band ON SALE NOW! Tickets: $25.w sold at the Macclenny Radio Shack or Top-Notch Salon ~\ 'I. Formmore ifinlmdiion please couutuch VVIIaia L jojr,-.3 {:'J 12 5 23 for Heortv.ill t ir'.~ j Shoron Bea-o.erc D 1(90'4).25-6-.,2.or fK'4)-'42-Q 2?Q Celebration Park in Glen St. Mary All candidates invited- Republican & Democrat Local, State &Judicial Ifyou have a question forany ofthdie candidates. please email to bcpress@nekcom.net or drop it offat die office bnAugust 25. For more infi mation call 259 2-400 N &I WiSponsored by The Baker Couint Press Deputy stops erratically driven car, arrests passenger for possessing marijuana %1 I THE BAKER COUNTY PRESS, Thursday August 24, 2006 Page 7 Winn Dixie donates Jaguar tickets to middle school teachers & students Winn-Dixie. Stores, Inc. has '.donated 960 tickets to 10 Jag- uars home games this season to help launch a new program to honor middle school teachers and motivate their students. The A-Team" program awards teachers for outstanding classroom performance and stu- dents for hard work in academ- ics, good attendance and over- all attitude. The program targets middle schools in the six county First Coast area that includes Baker. It was left to individual schools to decide how the stu- dent tickets are awarded. At Baker County Middle School, teachers submitted names of students from 6th, 7th and 8th grades who exhibited A- Team qualities of "academics, attitude and attendance." The names were placed in three containers and nines names from each grade were drawn by Principal David Davis on the school's live broadcast of the Bobcat Morning Show. Each lucky student received a family\ four-pack of tickets. Middle school teachers re- ceived two tickets each on a first come. first served basis. "'I as so pleased to be able to offer the tickets to our desert ing students and teachers through this program," Principal Davis said. "They all worked hard to help the school achieve its cur- rent "B" raring. This is a great w av to celebrate." When a group of students was asked about receiving the tickets, the overall response w as that them were happy about it. Most thought getting the tickets was "cool." What Mr. Davis likes most about the Jaguar tickets is that some students m\ ho nonnally wouldn't have the opportunity to attend a lie game will now Principal David Davis holds a giant "ticket" as he poses with 6th, 7th and 8th grade students who received free tickets to a Jag- uars home game as part of Winn-Dixie's A-Tdam program. Sixth grade students: Marcus Davis, Katie Demers, TA.ler Bahldi, .Mi- chealAriail, Esther Morgan, Dylan Hurst, Adam Barnes, Hope Davis, James Brookins; Seventh gradi st iudeis. Mllartssa Miller, Kendrick Singleton, Adam Griffin, Dalton Nipper, Taylor McCann, Tyler Mobley, Sarah Gibson, Kai Ian Smith. Andrei Siarling: Eight grade students: Elijah Knight, Troy McDowell,. Charges Billy Folsom, Maise Martin, Austin Elrod, Edward Johnson, Kiana Parker, Daniel Combs, Antonette Robinson. PHOTO BY KELLEY LANNIGAN get to have that wonderful expe- rience. There %\ill be four drawings throughout the \ear. Students %\ill attend six of the home games and teachers %\ill attend the four evening home games. According to Wa\ne \Veav- er. chairman and CEO for the Jaguars, Winn-Dixie has given many First Coast residents the chance to attend Jaguar home games over the last few years. "We are thrilled to be a part of Winn-Dixie's A-Team and look forward to seeing students and teachers in the stands." Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc., founded in 1925. is headquar- tered in Jacksonville and is one of the nation's largest food re- tailers. -derisingDaln S 'Sa COUNTRY CLUB LOUNGE 5 COOKOUT SATURDAY, AUGUST 26 12:00 :00 oop SF. DURING THE FINGER LICKIN' GOOD BARBEQUE F RUDE ROY f THE BBQ BOVY. AND LIVE MUSIC WIIH THE MOVERS 1660 SOUTH e STREET, MACCLENNY ACROSS FROM TRAVELODGE 904-259-5636 COME AID ENJOY A GREAT DAY OUR WAY! -_, _,F1 0 E. F- .J... .- LegalNotices IN THE COUNTY COURT, EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR BAKER COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 02-2006-SC-0171 L.V. HIERS, INC., A FLORIDA CORPORATION- Plantiff, vs. JEFFREY Z. HAROUTUNIAN, INDIVIDUALLY AND D/B/A FIRST COAST LIMOUSINE, INC., A FLORIDA CORPORATION, Defendants. NOTICE OF ACTION TO: JEFFREY Z. HAROUTUNIAN FIRST COAST LIMOUSINE, INC. YOU ARE. NOTIFIED that a complaint for Money Damages has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Frank E. Maloney, Jr., P.A., Attorney, whose address is 445 East Macclenny Ave., Macclenny, FL 32063; 904-259-3155, within thirty (30) days after the first publication of the notice and on or before the 5th day of September, 2006, and to file the original with the Clerk of this Court either before service on Frank E. Malo- ney, Jr., P.A., attorney or immediately thereaf- ter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint or Petition. WITNESS my hand and seal of this Court on this 31 st day of July, 2006. T.A. "AL" FRASER CLERK OF COURT BY Jamie Crews DEPUTY CLERK 8/3-24 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR BAKER COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO: 02-2006-CA-0107 MACGLEN BUILDERS, INC., a Florida corporation, Plaintiffs, vs. ARTURO JACKSON and NAYOKA COHEN, Defendants. NOTICE OF ACTION To: Artura Jackson and Nayoka Cohen YOU ARE NOTIFIED that a Com- plaint for Money Damages has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Frank E. Maloney, Jr., P.A., Attorney, whose address is 445 East Macclenny Avenue, Mac- clenny, Florida 32063; (904)259-3155, within thirty (30) days after the first publication of the and on or before the 11th day of September, 2006, and to file the original with the Clerk of this Court either before service on Frank E. Maloney, Jr., P.A., Attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relieve demanded in the Complaint or Petition. Witness my hand and seal of this Court on the 7th day of August, 2006. TA. "Al" Fraser Clerk of Court By: Jamie Crews Deputy Clerk 8/10-8/31 AVotices NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that FRED- DIE MAE BLUE, the holder of the following certificate, has filed said certificate for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number and year of issuance, the description of the property and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 04-00168 Year of issuance: 2004 Description of property: 02-3S-20-0000- 0000-0311. Commencing on the South line of Section 2, Township 3 South, Range 20 East at its intersection with the West right of way line of State Road No. 229, and run North 12 degrees, 30 minutes West along said West right of way line, a distance of 695 feet, and then run South 89 degrees, 50 min- utes West 200 feet to the Point of Beginning of the parcel of land herein described; run then North 12 degrees 30 minutes West 110 feet; un Ihen South 89 degrees 50 minutes West 200 feet; run-then South 12 degrees 30 minutes East 110 feet; and then run North 89 degrees 50 minutes East 200 feet to the . Point of Beginning, all in the SE 1/4 of SE 1/4 of Section 2, Township 3 South, Range 20 East. containing 1/2 acre, more or less. All of said property being located in Baker County, Florida. Names in which assessed: LINCE JONES Unless such cenificate or certificates shall be redeemed according lo la*. the property described herein wIll De told io the highest oldder al me front door oi01 In Baker County Counrnouse 339 E. Macclenny Ave., Mac- clenny. FL on October 19, 2006, at 11:00 am Dated this 7th day of August, 2006. Al Fraser Clerk of Court Baker County, Florida By Bonnie M. Palleshi As Deputy Clerk 8/17-9/7 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR BAKER COUNTY, FLORIDA. PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 02-2006-CP-028 IN RE: ESTATE OF DWIGHT L. GREEN Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the. estate Of DWIGHT L. GREEN, deceased, whose date of death was April 3, 2006, File #02-2006-CP- 028, is pending in the Cir:uit Court for Baker County Florida 'Probate Division the ad- dress of.wnich is Baker County Counnouse 339 East Macclenny Avenue. Macclenny. Florida 32063 Tne names and addresses ot the personal representative and the personal representative's attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the' decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate on whom a copy of this no- tice has been served must file their claim with the court within the later of 3 months after the date of the first publication of this notice or 30 days after the date of service of a copy of this notice on them. ' All other creditors of the decedent and persons having claims or demands against the decedent's, estate must file their claims with this court within 3 months after the date of the first publication of this notice. . All claims not so filed with be forever barred. Notwithstanding the time period set forth above, any claim filed 2 years or more after the decedent's date of death is barred. The date of the first publication of this notice is August 17, 2006. Attorney for Personal Representative: R. LUTHER BEAUCHAMP Florida Bar No.: 110207 Beauchamp & Koch, P.A. 19 NE Third Street P.O. Box 10 Chiefland, FL 32644 Telephone: 352-493-2525 Personal Representative: ANNE L. GREEN 8717 Dupree Road Macclenny, FL 32063 8/17-24, IN THE CIRCUIT COURT EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR BAKER COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO: 02-2006-DR-00251 MAMIE T. SANDS, Petitioner, vs. DUWAYNE ALLEN PEACOCK Respondent. NOTICE OF ACTION To: DUWAYNE ALLEN PEACOCK YOU ARE NOTIFIED that a Peti- tion to Annulment of Marriage has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Frank E. Maloney, Jr., RA., Attorney, whose address is 445 East Macclenny Avenue, Mac- clenny, Florida 32063; (904)259-3155, within thirty (30) days after the first publication of the notice and on or before the 27th day of September, 2006, and to filhethe original with the Clerk of this Court either before service on Frank E. Maloney, Jr., P.A., Attorney or imme- diately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relieve demanded in the Complaint or Petition. Witness my hand and seal of this Court on the 21st day of August, 2006. T.A. "Al" Fraser Clerk of Court By: Sherri Dugger Deputy Clerk 8/24-9/14 AMERICA'S BEST STORAGE & PROPANE 305 E. Fl. Avenue Macclenny, Florida 32063 The following units containing such prop- erty as furniture, household goods, etc., will be sold at public auction on Saturday, Sep- tember 2, 2006, at 10:00 am to pay back rent. Tenant has up until the time of the sale to satisfy back rent. The Company reserves the right to reject any bid and withdraw any items from the sale. Unit #81 Aaron and/or Rosemary Trostler Unit #75 Mary Foreman Unit #85 & #90 Katlna Allen 8/24 PUBLIC NOTICE The quarterly meeting of the Baker County Local Mitigation Strategy Committee will take place at 10:00 am on Wednesday, September 6, 2006, at the Baker County Administration Building, 55 North 3rd Street, Macclenny, Florida. All interested persons are invited to attend. 8/24 SECUR-STOR MINI STORAGE 6909 S. SR 121 Macclenny, Florida 32063 The following has until Saturday, Sep- tember 9, 2006, to furnish back rent and late fees, or contents of unit will become property of Secur-Stor Mini Storage. Unit #12 Kathy Muncy or Tina Villabrosa 8/24 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR BAKER COUNTY, FLORIDA. PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 02-2006-CP-037 IN RE: ESTATE OF LILLIAN PHAGAN DUBOSE a/k/a LILLIAN MCCORMICK DUBOSE Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate Lillian Phagan DuBose a/k/a Lillian McCormick Du- Bose, deceased, whose date of death was June 10, 2006, and whose Social Security Number is 261-32-4094, is pending in the Cir- cuit Court for Baker.County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 339 East Macclenny Avenue, Suite 126, MaccJenny, Florida 32063. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative's attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claim with this court within the later of three months after the date of the first publication of this notice or thirty days after the date of service of a copy of this notice on them. All other creditors of the deceden? and other persons having claims or demands against the decedent's estate must file their. claims with this court within three months after the date of the first publication of this notice. All claims not filed within'the time periods set forth in Section 733.702 of the Florida Statutes probate code will be forever barred. Notwithstanding the time periods se{ forth above, any claim filed two (2) years or more after the decedent's date of.death is barred. The date of the first publication of this notice is September 24, 2006.\ Attorney for Personal Representative: A. HAMILTON COOKE Cooke & Meux, P.A. Florida Bar No.: 110757 1301 Riverplace Blvd, Suite 2254 Jacksonville, FL 32207 Telephone: 904-396-5101 Personal Representative Martha DuBose Hill 370 E. Michigan Ave. Macclenny, FL 32063 8/24-31 REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR BURNSED BLOCK HOUSE HISTORICAL RESTORATION FOR THE CITY OF MACCLENNY, FLORIDA I. INTRODUCTION The City of Macclenny is requesting written proposals from qualified construction firms to provide professional Construction Management Services for the Construction Phase on the Burnsed Block House. II. It is the City's intention to employ the Construction Firm to provide overall Project Construction Management, Cost Benefit Studies if needed, Information Management, Construction of Scope of Work utilizing Inmates, Technical Inspection during the Construction on a cost plus a fee basis, with a / guaranteed maximum price. m. PROPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION Proposal Submissions: Submit five (5) copies of a written pro- posal no later than 5:00 PM on Wednesday, September 6, 2006 to: Roger Yarbrough, Code Enforcement Officer City of Macclenny 110 East Macclenny Avenue Macclenny, Fl 32063 904-259-0968 Proposals must be responsive to the require- ments and questions of the Request for Proposal. Reservations: City of Macclenny reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, to negotiate changes in the new scope of work or services to be provided, and to otherwise waive any technicalities or informalities. Method of Selection: Proposals will be reviewed by a Selection Committee. The Selection Committee will then select and recommend a ranking of firms. Upon accep- tance of the recommendation by the City, negotiations or bids will or may be enter- tained. Please respond by including but not limiting your response to the following: 1. Company name and length of time in business. 2. Company location. 3. Availability of time to start and complete project 4. Insurance carrier and applicable coverage. 5. Qualifications of staff to be utilized on this project with names, short resumes, length of time with firm and previous clients served. 6. Names of several previous clients within the past five (5) years with phone numbers and contact person. 7. Description of previous experience, to include budget, final cost, time schedule, change orders, etc. Part of the experience should reference projects worked on of similar nature. 8. Any past experience with historical preservation funded by Division of State, Bureau of Historic Preservation. Request for information shall be in writing. 8/24-31 El As your District 2 Commissioner I pledge to use all the resources available to me to promote jobs and regulate growth. I will consult and seek'good'relationships with: Fellow commissioners, Development Commission, Chamber of Commerce, City of Macclenny, Town of Glen St. Mary, First Coast Cornerstone Group, Baker County School system, neighboring county govern- ments, maximum use of state resources. 0[ As your District 2 Commissioner I will pledge to periodically bring the county up to date on issues your govern- ment is considering. I will make every attempt not to deal with matters in retrospect, but be aggressive and forthright in my dealings with public funds, employees and issues. 0'r As your District 2 Commissioner i will commit to the formulation of a county and regional road plan to accom- modate future traffic in high growth areas and industrial zones. I will make every effort to transform our county into a self-sustaining community. I will discourage the bedroom community concept responsible for challeng- ing the budgets four next generation. B I will not discourage the pursuit of government grants and low interest loans as long as the strings attached to them do not discredit or be overly cumbersome to out citizenry. I will work to remove the Tallahassee depen- dent terms of'a fiscally restrained area',an economically depressed community', and'a small dependent county' These are disparaging references to me because we are a proud hard working group of people. I believe we can and will do better. 0 I pledge to you, the people, not to have a personal agenda, but to have the best interest of the citizens of this great county first and foremost. I will not misuse nor abuse the authority invested in me and will make ita customary practice to abstain from voting on any issue with even the appearance of a conflict of interest. I will protect the integrity of this office. R I pledge to be a good steward of county resources. I will not encumber the county unnecessarily and will use our revenues to see projects promised and started are completed on a timely basis. Per Mr. James Bennett With the FDOT paving costs increased 45% in 2005.1 will seethe outstanding paving loan made in 2005 is either put to use or the money returned to the lending bank. I will not be a stand alone commissioner. I will pledge to cooperate with my fellow officials and seek an atmosphere of teamwork. I will agree to disagree on issues, but always welcome their input on matters and be open to choosing what is best for our people. I will not micro-manage the county employees. I will use the management structure in the proper manner to see that administratively we accomplish our goals. .,.Th"->l^f*l \ - I ason Knabb for County Commissioner District 2 THE BAKER COUNTY PRESS, Thursday August 24, 2006 Page 8 ituaries m o m ..... .. .... ........ Dr. Martin Adjei interment here Dr. Martin Bani Adjei, 48, of Arcadia, Fla. died Tuesday, August 15 in an automobile ac- cident. Dr. Adjei was born No- vember 11, 1957 inAburi, Ghana West Africa. He was an assistant - professor at the Range Cattle Re- .- search and Education Center at the Univesity of Florida experi- ; ment station in Ona, Fla. '- Dr. Adje is survived by Gloria SGenella Stewart Adjei, his lov- ing wife of 29 years; daughter Ohenewa Adjei and son Daniel Adjei, both of Arcadia; mother Mary Obeng Adjei of Chicago; four sisters living in Ghana and London, England; four brothers in Ghana, Chicago and Orlan- y do; five sisters-in-law including Louvina Holton (L.T) and Julie Perkins (Jeff) of Sanderson, and Voncille Bristol (Foster) of Mac- clenny; brothers-in-law Eugene Stewart (Marva) of Jackson- Sville, Lester Stewart (Earlene) of Sanderson and Kemmy Stewart r" (Tammy) of Lake City. The memorial service for Dr. Adjei will be held at the Hick- son Funeral Home in Arcadia on Saturday, August 26 at 11:00 am, and burial will be at Quitman Cemetery in Sanderson the fol - lowing day at noon. Cooper Funeral Home of Lake City is handling the local arrangements. Legena Finley rites August 24 Legena Genea Finley, 28, of Z Macclenny died on Monday, Au- 4.; gust 21, 2006 at Memorial Medi- cal Center in Jacksonville. She was born in Gainesville ,l, on December 5,, 1977. and lived in Bak- T-er Count) all her life. Als. Fin- ley is sur- vived by her Bb l': father Wil- lam "'Buck" " Finley of t - Jacksonville; Ms Finley her mother Teresa Vaughan of Macclenny; step-mother Sandra Hammons; ,son Br-ce Nelson and daughter Hanna Nelson; brothers Bobby Joe, William, Albert. Eugene and :Travis Finley, and Justin Ham- :monds; sisters Angela Finley, Casandra Carter and Savannah Davis; numerous nieces, neph- ews and cousins.. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, August 24, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. in the Ferreira Chapel, 250 N. Lowder St. with Pastor William Smith officiating. The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. prior to the service. Arrangements were under the direction of Fraser-Ferreira Fu- neral Services, Macclenny. SPeters Anglican Fellowship C -Minnesota Avem- Macclenny, Ra. 259-6256 I Sunday School 9:00 am Sunday Service 10:00 am David C. Woolf service Saturday David Charles Woolf, 49, died on August 12, 2006 in Jack- sonville. He was predeceased by parents Mack and Margaret 'Woolf, He is survived by sons David (Brandy). Chris (Linsay) and Case\ Woolf: former '" ife Karen of NMacclennm: his brothers Dan (Rita) and Bobb\ Woolf: grand- children Davon and Kelcie. The family. will receive friends on Saturday, August 26 from 2:00-5:00 pm at Hardage Giddens Funeral Home on South Edgewood in Jacksonville. A memorial service will follow in the chapel at 5:00 pm. Evelyn B. Zong dies August 20 R.. Evelyn Brown Zong, 70, of Macclenny died on Sunday, August 20, 2006. She was born. November 13, 1935, in Moultrie, Georgia to the late Werley and Sally Lillie Cook Brown. Mrs. Zong graduated from the for- . mer NMac- ' clenny-Glen .. High School .. in 1953 and returned to Macclennv "'- - in 1993 from Orange Park, . She was a Ms. Zong commercial artist who special- ized in oil painting. She also en- joyed playing golf. Evelyn was a devoted mother and grand- mother. She was predeceased by her brothers: James, Hursell, and Gary Brown. SShe is survi.edb_-wher-" ing husband of 28 years, Donald E. Zong of Macclenny; children Cheryl Meyne (Fritz) of Jack- sonville Beach, Leslie Arnold (Tommy) of Middleburg, Tanya Donohue (Edward) of Lithia, FL, Donald Zong Jr. (Kim) of Pigeon Forge, Tenn., and Lance Harrison of Colonial Heights, Va.; brothers Ronnie Brown (El- eanor) of Cocoa, Fla., Edward Brown (Annie Jo) of Sanderson and Larry Brown of Richmond Hill, Ga.; eight grandchildren,, two great-grandchildren; numer- ous cousins, nieces and neph- ews. The funeral service for Mrs. Zong will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday in the chapel of Fer- reira Funeral Services in Mac- clenny, with Pastor John Hay officiating. Interment will fol- low in Macedonia Cemetery. The family will' receive friends on Wednesday from 6:00 to 8:00 pm in the chapel. Sanderson Congregational Holiness Church CR 127 N., Sanderson, FL Sunday School 10:00 am Morning Worship 11:00 am Sunday Evening Worship 6:00 pm Wed. Evening Prayer Serv. 7:30 pm Pastor: Oral E. Lyons ( In loving memory of James Townsend I August 25, 1931 Happy Birthday Daddy We love and miss you Your Family In loving memory of 'Sarah Lee Davis No\. 12, 1921-August 19, 2005 It's been a year now that she's been gone. Our memories are all we have, and we are thankful for so many good ones. We are blessed today because of all the things Mama taught us to help us through life. She is greatly missed; but w\e take comfort in knowing she is in that better place and one day we'll be with M lania again. Glen Hill Primitive Baptist (Churh Elder Arnold Johns Sunday Services Starting 10:30 am Wednesday Bible Study 6:30 pm For information call: 259-9567 1DIN:KINS NEW CONCRE ATION-U , i 1-(O N, I N I t il I', l(l ') fi : #md I A um SlTind N null 1 i, () .n Y [ % J. ihi. n,.h i 7: '. pii Were Everyoe is Somebody and tesus is the Leader E .' C NF. \,'E[.,. I First United Methodist Church 93 N. 5th St., Macclenny 259-3551 Sunday School: 10:00 am Sunday Worship: 11:00 am Sunday Youth: 6:00 pm Wednesday Dinner: 5:45 pm Wednesday Worship: 6:15 ipm KJohn L. Hay, Jr., Pastor . In loving memory of Bro. Lesley Clark 'Steve' "August 21, 2005 One year ago today. was a sad. but special day. No matter how smooth or rough of a day you had, God \\as with you, bringing you to heaven each step of the \\ ay. Itr's only for a short \\ while \e'll come alone your way and you \\ ill \ el- come us to your new home \\ ith a smile. For all the love and grati- tude you shared;I, "\e thank you and we know Steve Leslie Clark that you are at rest because God- al; a\ s takes the best. Your wife Gladys and the Clarka,, 1 II, 1f, hi// ,i, FiIst B-lptist Church of Sanderson. CR 229 S., Sanderson FL Sunday School,...... 10:00 ani Sun NlMoriin~ Worship 11:00 am Sun. E'. inirn \\'TN 1,,p ..6:00 pm \\cd Eve..Bible Study. .7:00 pm AWANA \\cd \Ai 16 .7:00 pm Pastor Bob Cliri.,ii r FAITH f fLE" CHURCH A ,'L, t/y.:' i.,* /A, (.'.r',',',;;;, F|ivo Cluichc Ro, id 1 h. 1. n!. r..n,. F S nil~i S' ho',! 9:4; ..n. unti lorning '\Vorhip l.(I n .m.. hLJ.NightB l-lIh. id' 7:1inp.m. "4, Smi.Atr Nih 'tsf c t ice .Oup.m. 'iddif Il. 11Wil.tmr -Pftor ,/ We publish obituaries & pictures FREE! Come and magnify the Lord and worship with us Glen Friendship Tabernacle Clinton Ave. Glen St. Mary @WJXR Radio Service Sunday.... 8:30 am Morning Worship Service...... 10:30 am Children's Church ............ 11:30 am Evangelistic ................ 6:00 pm Bible Study (Wed.)............. 7:30 pm Rev. Albert Starling Home: 259-3982* Church: 259-6521 Exceptional Praise & Worship Come be a ( Warm, Friendly Folks part of -J/ what God A Sunday School Your Children will love! is doing! Sunday ,ii 9:45 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. / Xedinesda.. ,i 7:00 p.m. ,, un'i lt. ,"r.i -." ,4ii1 0 i : ,.inU .Vin "-- f" il" "" .... ",ld, .'.,./ ^ P ;- -,/ I;l : ^- It,.. ., I-',tt.'*MJ I orin I hirh iirh a Gririn i .sionr o ,i 1 "A Beaconl, Sunday School 9 :45 AM BSun \ \lnin y MornrlI I: l.rship 11.00 AM ;. rSunday Evening Worship8:'00 PM Wednesday Prayer Meeting 7:00 PM r "'( urinis i hbrch with a .rtri nas li in q [I I hnr llen '" t ': !' :.. '.' |ii, il in ,i h: .in, l, i ;... r : : - First Baptist Church ..GLEN ST. MARY, FLORIDA | '~ "A Beacon to Sunday School 9:45 AM | j 1 Baker (... ",.')" Sunday Morning Worship 1t,00 AM I I -fll Sunday Evening Worship 6:00 PM I Wedneady Prayer Meeting7:00 PM J~ll f S 259-6977 Dr. Walter Bennett, Inieriim Sr. F'STCr Perry Hays. Associate FPastor N Senior a~o CHRISTIAM FELLOWS TEMPLE T J''l -'',; Pentecostal Chur, Seventh St. & Ohio Ave., Maccl Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Sunday Evening Worship Wednesday Night Service Radio WJXR 92.1 Sunday Youth Programs. Sunday School 10:00' Common Ground Sunday 11:00 Common Ground Wed. (Teens) 7:00 God Kids Sunday, 11:00 God Kids Wednesday 7:00 IP I , enny 2594575 10:00 am 11:00 am 6:00 pm 7:00 pm 9:15 am am am am " pm o'**i ag www.christianfellowshiptemple..com Jesus: The Way, The Truth and The Life Sunday School 10:00 A.M. Sunday Evening Worship 6:00 P.M. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 A.M. Wed. Eve. Worship 7:30 P.M. Pastor Rev. Shannon Conner North 6th Street Macclenny 259-3500 Guerry Funeral Home We are a family owned company with two locations serving our respective communities. If you have a question about a funeral with burial or a funeral with cremation, call us. Guerry Funeral Home's reputation was built on caring for your family. 420 E. Macclenny Ave. (U.S. 90 East) Macdenny 259-2211 2659 S.W. Main Blvd. (U.S. 41 South) Lake City (386) 752-2414 , Bill Guerry and Bryan Guerry, Funeral Directors Larry Williams, Office Administrator Mt Zion N. C. Methodist Church 121 North t 259-4461 Macclenny, Florida 32063 Interim Pastor: Tim Cheshire Sun:ia, S'ho.-i i45an- iSund i, rl:,mrrirg Voil-,zip 11 OOaim Sunday, Eern., vV.:,rr oF:. 600prn, WedJnesJday Fr[Ier iS-rie 7 Oipnm Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28 23-A to Lauramore Rd. & Fairgrounds Rd. Sunday School 9:45 am Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 am Sunday Evening Services 6:00 pm Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting' 7:00 pm Pastor J. C. Lauramore Welcomes All THE BAKER COUNTY PRESS, Thursday August 24, 2006 Page 9 Sunday Worship Sunday Night Tuesday Night Prayer Thursday Night WJXR 92.1 On Sunday mornings. SING August 25 at 7:30 pm Hope to See You There! Refreshments afterward Chair Cormer We are looking forward to our first "Meet the Candidate" event scheduled for August 16, 2006. We are expecting all County Commission and School Board candidates to speak briefly before lunch this Wednesday. County versus City in the Second Annual rocking chair challenge "NMushball" game will be held on Saturday, Au- gust 26, 2006. Seniors and Staff will be selling admission tickets for $10 each. Purchase of a ticket also qualifies you for door prize drawings and a chicken dinner at the game. Tickets are available at the Council on Aging, City Hall', and County Offices. Tickets for a 50-50 Raffle will also be available at the game. The battle between the County and the City for the Rockifg Chair Challenge Tro- phy begins at 9:00 a.m.,on Sat- urday, August 26, 2006, but this is a full-day of fun for a good cause. Tournament play will continue into the afternoon and all proceeds from the event will go to the Council on Ag- ing. So grab your sun hat and come on out to the ball field! Disaster Plan training and distribution of emergency meal packs were completed last week for senior center par- ticipants. This week and next we will be distributing disas- ter preparedness information and emergency meal packs to COA registered clients receiv- ing home delivered meals or in-home services. In response to many questions from the community. these emergency meal packs are purchased with specific program funds, for dis- tribution to clients being served 11:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 7:15 a.m. Vineyard of Love Ministry Pastor Troy Alexander UNnlED CHRIST'AN CHURCH 28 W. MACCLENNY AVE. MACCLENNY, FLA. (MIDTOWNE CENTER) Monday Saturday at 7pm with evangelist Rev. John D. Couch of Mountain City, Tennessee Anointed Preaching & Singing For more information please call 259-1199, Pastor Mitch Rhoden under those programs. Each pack contains an emergency food supply that is intended to "sustain" a person for three days. The packets can be pur- chased by the general public for $14 at the Council on Ag- ming. Sometimes when a person calls the COA for a particu- lar service, they will be put on a "waiting list" until funding becomes available or we can find an outside resource to pro- vide the service. People then ask, why do you advertise the service? The "waiting list" in- formation is essential because , that is the much-favored meth- od for political distribution of any extra funding identified at the state or federal level ev- ery year. For more information on services available, call 259- 2223 ext. 222. SENIORS'MENU for the week of August 28-31 MONDAY: Country fried steak w/ gravy, mashed potatoes w/gravy, green peas, bread, tropical fruit mix and nulk. TUESDAY: Macaroni & cheese w/ ham, sweet potatoes, garden salad w/ dressing, bread. banana and milk. WEDNESDAY: Spaghem ti/meat- sauce, carrots, green beans, bread, pears and milk. THURSDAY: Lima beans & ham, nce. collard greens, combread. gelatin whopping and milk. - MACCLENNY CHURCH OF CHRIST 573 S. 5th St. 259-6059 Sunday Bible Study 9:45 am Fellowship 10:30 am 11:00 am Worship Services 11:00 am Wed. Bible Srudy sa a' sj:30 pm .-. T Ti.- -.- Minister Sam F. Kilching GOSPEL CONCERT EDITH RuisE AND THE NEW JERUSALEM MASS CHOIR WILL BE FEATURED IN A GOSPEL CONCERT ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 26 AT THE NEW JERUSALEM CHURCH OF GOD iN CHRIST IN MARGARETTA. THE SERVICE BEGINS AT 7:30 P.M. EVERYONE IS INVITED. ,"iy^yppyw w y ?^-r *f *: -.. ... ,; :*,; -- -' Dean's Environmental Services Protect your home from bothersome pests Pest Control/Fertilization Home, Lawn & Shrubs Call for a free estimate 791-9060 cell. 339-1706 Over 15 years experience Give your child a head start... Openings for VPK Free until 12:00 pm NMust be 4 years old b September 1st Great Christian Environment Fully Structured A Hands On Experience for Your Child Certified Teachers Licensed by Florida League of Christian Schools #12028 259-8466 6:30 am 6:00 pm Special Blessings School Readiness Center 590 North Seventh St., Macclenny 2nd Anuual Rocking Chair SChallenge Mushball Tournament August 26 Beginning g at 9:00a.m. Th 13aker S aker' VS S T r 4 Tickets can be purchased at the County Commission Office or City Hall 2 : --Aug Sunday August 27 6:00 p.m. Monday, August 28 Thursday, August 31 I 7:30 p.m. - Gospel Sing SAugust 26 7:00pm with " The Alexander Family. Come Worship with us Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sutay atl0:30am & 6pm, Moo'IaiIE Kt Church S. day, ..Aug. 1- Sieak e ', Bro. Herman Rios Dinner v.e i. ; y ,:.m e. RENTALS OR SALES Hard Water? 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Conier of Madism & Stoddard Gleii St. Mary Pastor: Tommy Aiidersoii Phone: 904-259-2213 suliclay school: ... ...... 10:00 a.m. SLIII(kly M01-11111,0 Sel-ViCC I 1:00',I.Ill. SLInday Eveiiiiic, Service ... 6:001).111... Wednesday Night ........ 7:30p.111. Auto & Truck Center THE BAKER COUNTY PRESS, Thursday August 24, 2006 Page 10 Social, I Elodie Elaine Solahard-Davis SA cousin arrives Cousins Andrea, Deseree, Cal- - eb and Gunner are pleased to an- - mnounce the birth of Elodie Elaine - Southard-Da\ is at Orange Park Medical Center on August 7, 2006. She weighed 9 pounds, 12 ounces arid was 20 inches - long. Elodie's parents are Angie . and J.J. Davis of Macclenny. Her | grandparents are Fran Southard of Macclenny, Jennifer Huggins % and Karen and Randall G. Davis : Sr., all of Glen St. Mary Kierstire Ve.i hard A sister arrives Justin and Jason Luke, along with David Louise and Cortney Ne%%hard, are pleased to an- nounce the biAh of sister Kierst- ijne Aryanah Newhard on August :14, 2006 at Memorial Medical Center in Jacksonville. Kierstine weighed 7 pounds, 3 .ounces and was 19 inches long. Proud parents are David and -Jeannie Newhard of Taylor. Pa- ternal grandparents are George sand Barbara Newhard of Live Oak; maternal are Larry and, -Rhea Morgan of Taylor. Thanks so much We would like to thank all the units that responded to our house fire on August 4. We appreciate ,the extra effort to save our pic- tures and other personal items. Thanks for all you do for the community. Also, thanks to anyone else who stopped by the help out. Herschel and Jennifer Farris Tyler William Stout JOE (PAPA JOE) AND PAT (GRANNY) RAULERSON OF GLEN ARE PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THE BIRTH OF THEIR GRANDSON TYLER ON MAY 1, 2006 AT 12:28 P.M. TYLER WEIGHED 5 LBS. 1 OZ. AND WAS 173/4 INCHES LONG. PROUD PARENTS ARE CORRINE AND GARY STOUT OF DES MOINES, IOWA. Leigh Anna McDonald Born August 16 Parents Dale and Heather MNc- Donald of Macclenny, along \ ith brothers and sisters SL. BradleN, Matthew, Ashley and Amanda, are pleased to announce the birth of Leigh Anna McDonald. - She was born on August 16, 2006 and %weighed 7 pounds, 6 ounces. Leigh Anna was 20 inches long. Cyler Payton Varnum Baby boy arrives Corey Varnum and -Jennifer Wilson are proud to announce the birth of their baby boy, Cyler Pay- ton Vamum, born on August 14, at Orange Park Medical Center. He weighted 9 pounds, 1 ounce and was 22 inches long. Grandparents are Wanda Thorn and Danny and Melissa May of Glen St. Mary, March Wilson of Jacksonville and Kenneth Var- num of Tampa. . Rebuild Engines .General Maintenance *Rearend Ring & " Pinion Setup * Rebuild & Service Transmission 959 W. Macclenny Ave. Macclenny 259-2054 Ms. Ray and Mr. Home September vows Steve and Robin Ray of Mac- clenny are pleased to announce the engagement and approach- / ing marriage of their daughter, 'Stefanie Leigh, to Brian Keith Home of Jacksonville. Brian is the son of Steve and Joyce Home of Jacksonville and Wayne (Shorty) and Angette Smith of Lake Butler. Stefanie graduated from Baker County High School in 1998 and is emploN ed as sales coordinator for Hampton Inn and Suites. Bri- an graduated from Terry Parker High School in 1991 and is em- ployed \\ith Miller Electric in Jacksonville. The couple will wed on Fri- day, September 29, 2006 at the Sea Turtle Inn in Atlantic Beach. Thanks for help Thanks so much' to all who helped last Friday in the Wal- Mart parking lot when our 3- month-old daughter.fell from a shopping cart. A special thanks to the store employees who assisted until res- cue arrived. Allison was flown to Shands Jacksonville and released the following day with only a small bruise, thanks to the quick re- sponse of Baker County rescue. Thanks also to everyone for the phone calls and prayers. It means a lot to us to know how much our family is loved and . thought of in the community Dude and Kathie Bennett Cuyler CANCER? Don't go it alone The Baker County Cancer Support Group First Thursday of month 7:00 pm Baker County Health Department General as-Ad ~l Track1%Repair's RaingFe Associates Degree Lake Cily Community College Graduated Magna Cum Laude with 4.0 GPA Bachelors Degree Florida State University Majored in Finance & Banking with a Minor in Public Administration & Accounting Lived in Baker County for 30 years Worked for Florida Dept. of Corrections for 24 years in several positions- i.e. Correctional Officer, Probation Officer, Accountant. Married for 20 years to Martha with two children, Maranda age 2 and Charlie a sophomore at BCHS. I have worked for and served the citizens of Florida for over 24 years in Corrections. I have had a lifelong ambition to directly serve the people of Baker County (especially the children). I feel being a member of the Baker County School Board would be a great way to do that. I will do a good job if elected by the people. Vote Charlie Burnett for School Board! Paid political advertising paid for and approved by Charlie Burnett for School Board, Dist. 4. ,~~~~~~~ ~ ," "?''-~/-y' '-v ^ye ^^ ^ ^ MIM^Kt^ ssss m 's;^ = *wys^-"w>.'y w ***** Ms. Wilson and Mr. Parsons Upcoming nuptials Wendy and Lee Swords of Macclenny are pleased to an- nounce the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Stella (Nicky) Wilson to Paul Parsons, the son of Steve Parsons of Macclenny and Nanette Parsons of Glen.St. Mary. The wedding will take place on September 9, 2006. Mr. Parsons is a 2004 gradu- ate of Baker County High School and is currently serving 'in the US Navy. 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Types of children in need of permanent homes: Children that are African-American or mixed race Children that are members of a sibling group Children that are emotionally handicapped Children that are mentally handicapped Children that are physically handicapped Children that are at least 8 years old lay & Baker Kids Net, Inc Call Clay and Baker Kids Net today at 278-5644 ext. 2058 photo by: Janet Eckhardt THE BAKERCOUNT PRESS, Thursday August 24, 2006 Page 11 THE BAKER COUNTY'PRESS, Thursday August 24, 2006 Page 11 Coach Johns thanks Kiwanis Club Bobby Johns is excited about being the head coach of the Baker County Wildcat varsity football team. Coach Johns, a graduate of Baker County High School, told Baker County Kiwanians at their meeting August 17 that coming back to his home town is a dream come true for him. "This is where I want to be. I don't want to be anywhere else." He said that being back is a tremendous experience for.him. He asks his players, "Ho\\ ex- cited are the people in the com- munity? How excited are you? Multiply that by 100. This is how excited I am!" Part of his program is to instill confidence in his pla\ ers and "expect to win." Pla)ers post their goals on the front of their lockers. Coaches post their goals on the locker room wall. "The number one goal al- ways every year is to win the state championship," he told the group. "The kids will do what you ask them to do. They want to be successful," Coach Johns praised the 21 players who did not miss a day in the summer program. They also came in on their own time on Saturday mornings. "I believe that kids do what you expect them to do," he said, adding that it includes doing homework, attending practice, being on time and Working out in the weight room. He cautioned that rebuilding a program takes time. "This program is built around Flag in memory of principal's dad Baker County Middle School Principal David Davis (left) recently accepted a memo- rial flag from Ethel Dowling (right), sponsor of the school's Beta Club honor society, in memory of his father Walter Davis Jr. of Glen St. Mary, who died in January of this year. Also in photo is Principal Davis' mother Lorraine. The flag was flown briefly over the United States capitol in Washington. Photo courtesy of David Davis LOGS -A.D f- LPO'. D 1 .; .S '^ T 1'".. -"4- *" I'"- ,?', DIAMOND TiMBER, INC. 'F-A A -TY C y CALL 282-5552 KENT WILLIAMS Elect LEROY TONYY' GREENE For County Commissioner Dist. 4 "For a positive change in Baker County" With growth comes change. Citizens of Baker County- My name is Leroy 'Tony' Greene. I have resided in Glen St. Mary since October 1, 2003 with my wife, Lily and my son, Daniel. We have ben blessed and honored to make Baker County our home. In the nearly three years we have lived here, we have seen tremendous growth. The county is changing on a daily basis with new residents, homes and businesses. This brings an increasing need for additional arrenities to accommodate the citizens of Baker County with the growth we are experiencing. As your Commissioner in District 4 I1 promise to: Treat all people in Baker County with equality & fairness Ensure we plan properly for development Ensure our seniors and youth are well taken care of Ensure our roads are paved Ensure we have enough police, fire & EMTs and they are paid better Encourage more industry in Baker County with better paying jobs BE A FULL TIME COMMISSIONER. Paid political advertisement paid for and approved by Leroy Greene, Dem. for County Commissioner Dist. 4 the kids that are coming. It takes time to completely reinvent things like we are trying to do. Those who are freshmen now will understand our ways." Coach Johns mentioned the future Wildcats camp held dur- ing the summer. About 180 kids attended during this initial year. The high school football players run the camp, not the coaches. "When we were kids," re- marked the coach, "all we cared about was that we were going to be a Baker County Wildcat." The previous Satur- day, 21 coaches partici- pated in a Youth Leag ue clinic. "They are tn ing to do a good job of hat they are doing." he / said. He also stressed the importance of sup- port from home, calling . parents "the key." He thanked the Booster Club for hit- ting the $50.000 mark in their fund raising. Ki\\anian Tim S\\eat is president of the Booster Club. He invited club - Thursday at noon at the commu- nity room at the Baker County Health Department. Guest speaker August 24 will be Johnnie Mosley from Starke. She will talk about AKtion Club for adults who are mentally or physically challenged. 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II II I I II ii .3 'I ii II 5 Sands Trucking & Land, Development _ L_ .1 THIE BAKER COUNTY PRESS, Thursday August 24, 2006 Page 12 Freshman Darvin Rdi'e scores die 1tild -atj'firsii tucib-i. w.'.,ut2 it.. ln hererurtued t/uu.sko/ick iiiiefiisi quariL rotihc/uCais.N- game anue lwi iaqIcitV,.I, CATS HAVE UPS, DOWNS IN PRESEASON GAME BY MICHAEL RINKER Press Sports The Wildcats' debut under new coach Bobby Johns featured ,, some big plays and big mistakes as most preseason games n, . do but the performance of quarterback Carlos Holton and the physical endurance of his team may bode well for a rebound from last year's lost season. The Cats' varsity lost 21-20 to West Nassau in the first half of the game. which was played last Friday in Callahan. The junior varsity dropped the second half. 6-0. In an earlier interview, Johns said he doesn't like the split- game format, and will look to get his varsity players a full- game preseason contest next year. The real games, however, start August 25 when the Cats open their regular season at Middleburg. Game time is 7:30 pm. Against the Warriors, Holton carried the ball seven times for 120 yards and completed four passes for 77 yards. The high- ' light was a 57-yard touchdown scamper featuring some nimble 11 broken field running. Holton appeared much more comfortable in the pocket than he did last year, and he seemed more assertive when he decid- ed to run. "He made one bad read on a pass that cost us a first down on a third and six," Johns said. "But he ran the offense, got the .; plays called." Overall, the Cats ran 19 times for 192 ards, for a total of Quarterback Cark.. Holton 269 yards in offense. They also got a kick-off return for a touchdown from freshman Darvin Ruise. The score followed a long touchdown pass on what Johns said was a blown coverage. He explained ran ILvi that the safety was out of position because on the previous play he'd nearly come up with an intercep- tion while pla) ing out of position. After Ruise's return, the Cats gave up two more big scoring plays. ..y On one, they allowed a long ruh from scrimmage after lining up incorrectly and getting blown off the line, Johns said. S .,On the other, the Warriors' punter scooped up a bad snap and ran it in for a touchdown. Johns said his punt team was set to block the. kick, so when the punter broke through, he had a relatively clear path to the end zone. S' Johns said the Cats as a team seemed reserved, but he didn't know if it was just a case of first-game nerves. "We've got to learn to have a little more confidence." He said that watching from the sidelines, it looked like their blocking got better as the game went on, but on film it was just the opposite. .-Still, the Cats were noticeably stronger as their two quarters of play ended. ... ."We were wearing them down," Johns said, adding that had They played a full game, it's likely the Cats would have taken Control. Looking forward to Middleburg, Johns said Broncos are extremely big and physical especially on the defensive line and at linebacker and have a couple of good skill-position players. r' "They're huge, but we should be more athletic." Middleburg's offensive coordinator is former Wildcat Andy r .. : d Giddens, who played for coach Danny Green and adopted his ' I2 \,iards and a tOluchdown. Wing T offense. Johns, who coached for Green, expects Giddens "will have some wrinkles in there for us." Golf team sc The Baker County Wildcat golf team is expecting big things this year. Already in exhibition play,, the Cat linksters have smashed the school record they set last year, and Coach John Staples' experienced team expects to be competitive with everyone in the district. Last season, the Wildcats broke the school record of 152 by one stroke. Earlier this year, they destroyed that record by shooting 145, although the score isn't official since it wasn't post- ed in regular season play. , Staples returns J. J. Finley, who advanced to regionals last season, as well as Lucas Crews, Kirk High and Trevor Corbitt. They also have added experi- ence with the arrival of Trey Echols, a transfer from Trinity Christian. The squad is bolstered with newcomers Ethan Campbell, Matt Sturh and Nick Hatcher. Staples likes what he's seen so far as they prepare for the season opener August 24 versus Bradford County at the Starke Country Club. "We look real good," said Staples. "I think we can have a real successful season." Alachua Santa Fe will again be their top competition. The Raiders defeated the Wildcats in the district last season and the Cats are "gearing up for them." .t for opener "Everyone in the district can be beaten," said Staples. Since the closing of Pinev- iew Country Club, the Cats play their home matches at Panther Creek. The Wildcats will take on West Nassau on Tuesday August 29 in Callahan. Bobcats make coach eat words The Baker County Middle School Bobcats came out victo- rious in their season opener Au- gust 17 against Lake City, a team whose coach prior to the game voiced more concerned about the weather than his team's op- ponent. The Falcons. last year's champions. may have survived the hot summer temperatures. but were no match for the Bob- cats, who won 30-7. Coach George McDuffie and his coaching staff are thrilled about the win, but they real- ize this is just the beginning and not the time to ease up on their team of thirty-five. If any- thing now, the real work begins. With practice nearly every after- noon, these boys are just getting warmed up. Josh Blackmon First-year girls' volleyball coach Chris Armoreda emphasizes diet and conditioning in preparing his players for the season BY BOB GERARD ing can make the difference in Armoreda has put in a new Kallie Crunm ey, Mary Dugger, Press Sports many games, has had his girls offense and defense that stresses Kayla Harris, Morgan Harvey, It's the start of a new era for running in the high 90 degree fundamentals and good foot- and Cassie Kennedy round, out the Lady Wildcat volleyball heat, weightlifting and working work. The girls have completely the team. team. on agility drills. bought-in to the new system and The junior varsity is young, They've been working hard The hard work is paying off. it is beginning to show on the and Armoreda is focusing on all summer under new coach, "We played in a pre-season court, teaching fundamentals. Chris Armoreda. He was an as- tournament at Terry Parker and "It's all about moving your JV players include Brittany sistant last year for head coach, the air-conditioning was bro- feet and being in the right posi- Alford, Kaylin Carter, Whitney Karla Amburgey, who resigned ken," he said. "It must have been tion," he said. "I told them that Coffell, Christina Fraze, Kari earlier this year. 100 degrees in that gym and each they have to do it 30 times to be Harris, Heather High, Ashley Armoreda, who is convinced of games went two hours. They theirs and so we work on it ev- Holton, Erin Midyette, Heather that proper diet and condition- started to understand about be- ery day in practice." Roberson, Krista Smith, Tiffany prop ing in condition." Armoreda has six starters re- Smith, Lindsey Thompson, and turning from Amburgey's team Sarah Trawick. S "..... "". r"T" S4 last season. Tasha Battles, Brit- The Wildcats next home S:h R s 1 tany Gray, Kristin Mathis, Tiffa- game is September 7 against S- ny Norman, Mindy Roberts, and West Nassau. The JV will play S, Jessi Nunn will provide much- at 5:30 pm and the varsity will V I needed leadership on the team. take the court at 6:30 pm. Cat accepts scholarship to college Lee Lamb, flanked by his mom Robin and dad Bill, will attend Ramapo College, a four-year, Division III school in Mahwah, N.J. Cats basketball coach Charles Ruise said Lamb has an "awesome work ethic" and was a pleasure to coach. Baker County Lady Wildcat Volleyball Saturday, August 26 .. 10:00 a.m - THE LAST CAR At the Mercantile Bank, Macclenny branch Come Out and Show your Wildcat Spirit! The team needs your support for equipment, uni- forms, etc. orts It y y i y I y y I THE BAKER COUNTY PRESS, Thursday August 24, 2006 Page 13 SNAPS! Top left BObby Johns coaches'em up. Above Defenders Jared Sharman, Dylvann Mann and Brandon Lucas. 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Finance Manager Sales Associate Sales Associate Sales Associate ERICAN REVOLUTION 'Tuo '02 AMI THE BAKER COUNTY PRESS Thursday August 24, 2006 What is a reve By Jared Wilkerson Real Estate Writer, With the rising cost of living creating concerns for homeowners across the nation, more and more families are turning to creative solu- tions to help cover their financial obligations. Of these, one form of income supplementation is gaining popularity among aging homeow n- ers. 'I'm speaking of a lending prac- tice known as a reverse mortgage. Fr those who are unfa- miliar with the Jared Wilkerson. Realtor reverse mortgage, it is basically 'a method reserved for retirees which allows them to draw equity from their homes, without adding to their monthly payment obligations. Plans do varn. but the most com- mon reverse mortgages allot a cer- tain fixed amount paid by a lender to a homeowner on a monthly basis, based on the amount of equity in the home. A reverse mortgage can be a good way for older homeowners to help pay for unexpected medi- cal expenses, do home renovations. or simply supplement their retire- ment income. But like just about all other good things, there are several aspects of the deal that you have to watch out for. For example, with the most com- mon plan, the homeowner draws their monthly income from the reverse mortIa2e w without having to make any payments whatsoever on the loan for as long as they live in the home. However, this monthly allotment is added to the principle balance of the loan, which accrues interest based on an annual per- centage rate that is usually tied to a floating index (similar to an adjust- able rate mortgage, or ARM). Since there are no payments being made, the balance continues to grow (pret- ty quickly, actually) until the hom- eowner sells the home, moves out, 6r unfortunately, dies. In the case of the homeowner relocating to a retirement home, banks usually allow a grace period of 12 months before considering the balance of the loan due. Once either of these happens, the homeowner or their heirs will now have to either pay off the balance of the loan in full or sell the home. In the event that the home is sold, the heirs will of course receive any DRI looks rse mortgage? at tapping and structures of the programs that ber of these loans that are available 5 5+ mar iet are available: in an area and there are often very 5 I , One of the biggest factorsin deter- strict guidelines for annual income BY MICHAEL RINKER mining the cost of the reverse mort- levels. These programs also allow Press Business gage is where it comes from. The for the lowest total loan amounts three basic types of reverse mort- (Based on a small percentage of the gages are: single-purpose reverse mortgages, which are offered by some state and local gov- emrnment agen- - c i e s (See Page 2) proceeds from the sale that are left over after the lender is paid pff, So, it is still possible to leave an estate behind when using a reverse mort- gage. It is important to note that it is against federal regulations for the debt (or any part of it) to pass on to an heir. In other words. the note is attached to the property, not the per- son. Also, in most reverse mortgag- es, there is a line item called a "non- recourse" clause. This is a must-ha'e when choosing which loan to get. It prevents the homeowner or their heirs from o wing x . than t o comesde. It's sort of like insur- ance against.the pos- the life of the reverse mortgage. home l l is actu- .. . alln\ other potentially "bad" aspect at the time mortgage is that the that the loan to comes due. It's " sort of like insur- ance against the pos- sibility of the market tanking during the life of the reverse mortgage. Another potentially "bad" aspect of the reverse mortgage is that the loan origination costs of starting one up can be quite atrocious. I can't cite specifics here because these costs do vary a little from lender to lender and plan to plan, but since the origination fees go directly on top of the balance, homeowners may end up owing thousands of dollars on a loan from which they have yet to receive any money. All things considered, the reverse mortgage is still often times a good option for allowing retirees on lim- ited incomes to maintain their inde- pendence. For those who might consider obtaining a reverse mort- gage, here's the basic requirements Cedar Creek, the first of what now appears to be several mega-de- velopments queued up to enter Bak- er County, has tweaked its mission a bit. and is emphasizing the "active adult" housing market. "'Originally. our presentation wasn't as age-restricted weighted," representative Tony Robbins told county commissioners at a work- shop Monday. Studies by the Adrian Develop- ment Group show a growing market for retiring baby boomers. Age-restricted housing is typical- ly for those 55 and older, and usual- ly excludes children and grandchil- dren except for short-term visits. Robbins, a senior planner with Prosser Hallock, asked for the workshop to update the county on the Cedar Creek's progress. The application/approval process for a Development of Regional Im- pact can take from 12 to 18 months. and involves many government agencies. Cedar Creek, which was unveiled in April, sits on 3012 acres located northwest of Glen St. Mary. It ex- tends from US 90 to Claude Harvey Road. Plans call for about 5500 new residential units, including single- family homes, townhomes, condo- miniums and apartments. Commissioner Julie Combs said she was worried that an influx of perhaps as many as 6000 older (See Page 6) This beautiful brick, one-story home has a spacious family room that shares a see-through fireplace with the formal dining room. The island kitchen features a large, angled bar top, perfect for food preparation and serving guests. For more details, log onto www.house-of-the- week.com, or call 866-685-7526. and nonprofit organizations; fed- erally-insured reverse mortgages, which are known as Home Equity Conversion Mortgages (HECMs), and are backed by the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD); and propri- etary reverse mortgages, which are private loans that are backed by the companies that develop them. Single-purpose reverse mort- gages are the cheapest, but they are also the most highly regulated and most difficult to obtain. As their name implies, the money 'for them can only be used for one specific reason, such as home repairs, medi- cal expenses, or to pay for property taxes. Since they are provided by local level government agencies, there is usually a cap to the num- THE BAKER COUNTY PRESS Thursday. August 24, 2006 Page Two-B Reverse mortgages... (From Page 1) owner's equity). HECMs cost a good deal more than single-purpose reverse mortgages, but the money can be used for any- thing and payout plans can be based on either monthly allotments, open credit line reserves to be taken when needed, or a combination of both. They also allow for variable loan periods, which can have an effect on the amount of interest that accrues on loans once they are no longer open for with- drawal. Since they are feder- ally regulated, HECMs often allow a smaller percentage of the equity to be made avail- able for withdrawal. The proprietary loans are by far the most expensive to originate, but they do offer much more. flexibility, in regard to payout methods and the amount of equity made available. If the home in question is actually a pretty expensive place (based on its market value), then it's prob- ably better to get this type of reverse mortgage. Basically, it will be useful to the hom- eowner for a longer period of time than the alternate mineth- ods. The requirements for these loans do depend on the lend- er originating them, but here are some basic requirements that seem to be true across the board - 1. The homeowner must be at least 62 years of age. 2. The owner must o\vn the home outright. In many cases, a homeowner can still get a reverse mort- gage if they haven't quite paid off their original mortgage on the home. However, the principle balance of the mortgage must be at a low enough level that it can easily be paid off from reverse mortgage funds as soon as the reverse mortgage is originated. 3. The owner must cur- rently live in the home as their primary residence. 4. Prior to accepting the reverse mortgage, the owners) must receive formal counseling from a SL, IAKE CIrT CUSTODIAN Night shift, 3-11 PM Manual work in routine house- keeping, cleaning and caring for campus buildings. Must be able to lift and carry 441bs. Must read and write English. Salary: $16,127 annually, plus benefits Deadline to apply: September 6, 2006 College application required. Position details and application available on the web at: www.lakecitycc.edu Inquiries: Human Resource Development Lake City Community College 149 SE College Place Lake City, FL 32025 Phone: (386) 754-4314 Fax: (386) 754-4594 E-mail: boettcherg@lakecitycc.edu LCCC is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools VP/ADA/EA/EO College in Education & Employment qualified person regard- ing alternative solutions to obtaining this type of loan. 5.. Many types of homes can qualify, even to include condominiums and mobile homes, but the best bets are single family residences or duplexes and quad-plex- es, so long as the owner lives in one of the units. Once originated, reverse mortgages also have several operating rules that are com- mon to most plans, such as: 1. Since the homeowner still holds title to the property, they are still required to pay for all of the home's operat- ing expenses; such as utilities, homeowner's insurance, and property taxes. Not keeping up with these obligations can, in fact, lead to the loan amount coming due early: 2. The money paid to a homeowner on these programs is tax-free, for income purposes. 3. Interest accrued on the principle loan amount is NOT tax deductible until the loan is paid off in full. 4. Loan programs which are set up similar to home equity lines of credit may actually charge servicing fees (which are added to the principle balance) for each time that money is pulled out for use. Hopefully this has helped to clear up some of the mys- tery associated with reverse mortgages. Although they do have a great deal to offer to older homeowners, reverse mortgages really should be used as a last resort. I only say that because they can potentially take a huge chunk out of the peace of mind that comes from know- ing that you own your home free and clear. Plus, it does force the "what should we do now" issue for heirs who might have otherwise inher- FOR SALE BY " .:';.. i ited a property for their own use. If the heirs would have sold anyway, the burden of the reverse mortgage forces their hand and removes some of their negotiating strength by putting a timeline on that sale, which is never a good position from which to start. If you have a question or an idea you'd like Jared to address in a column, please submit all inquiries to jm- Swilkerson @watsonrealty- corp.com. PRESS CLASSIFIED ONLY . $4.50 Deadline Monday at 5:00 THE BAKER COUNTY PRESS ' o....................... IMMACULATE LIKE-NEW 3/2 BRICK HOME 2+ acres on corner lot in excellent neighborhood. Floors are tile & hardwood. Glass doors open to porch & large fenced backyard. Two car garage finished with carpet. Planted maple, grapefruit, flowering pear & cherry trees, Home has many extras, is open, sunny & inviting, $249,900 NEW HOME UNDER CONSTRUCTION! Many extras! 3 BR/2 BA on 1 acre. Covered porch & patio, 2 car garage ., & 295 sf bonus room. Laminate wood F : floor, carpet & tile, gas FP, central vacuum, security system, pre-wired for home theatre. $259,900 3/2 SW & 2 STORY HOME r: on 1.21 acres in Glen St. Mary. Live in the MH while you complete the house. $129,900 2 lots on US 90- in Glen St. Mary with building. Excellent business opportunity. Has water & sewer. Currently rented at $1100/month. $305,000 Excellent .lot. East MacclenP" 0,000. Excellent Business Location! 1.25 acres with 320 feet highway frontage on busy 121 North. Zoned Commercial neighbor- hood. $419,000 .98 Acres zoned Commercial on 121 South. $119,900 Spacious Home 2004 Stucco home, 4 BR/3BA, 2420 SFw/tile foyer, kitchen &, bath. 1 acre with pond. Back yard very private. Separate liv/din rm. Tray ceiling in Master BR., and much more. MLS#303587 $275,000 Investment Opportunity! 3.3 acres located in growing commercial area. The value isin the larni. li ble6BR/2BA 2244' SF house built in 1934 on land. MLS#292745 $951,777 Don't Miss Out! You can own your own beautiful 1.82 acre lot in an established area. Last available vacant lot on a dead end private cul-de-sac & has a gravel drive. MLS#314433 $82,500 Vacant Land 28.54 acres on paved road frontage. Can be split into minimum of 7.5 acres. High and dry, bring your horses and cows. MLS#317891, $642,150 If your home, or someones you know, has exceptional interior design, unique architecture or special features- Contact Kelley Lannigan at THE BAKER COUNTY PRESS 259-2400 or bcpress@ nefcom.net OWNER 3 Br. 3 BA biickcedar home. 23-14 SF on 3.2 acres zoned for horses. Nice 24x48 block barn 6083 Shelley Lane Macclenn. ioff Mudlake Rd.i $319.000 appt. on1h 259-6979 ,t v... Got Questions About Real Estate? Buying or selling property shouldn't be a- guessing game. Don't let uncertainties about the current market drive you to make poor decisions. Contact me for the guidance and information that will make your next big decision one of your best ever! ri" k B njii in ( oppe Creek! his 3 bedroom, 2,5 bath home" fea- tures a huge living a riea, la e eat-in kitchen, RV/Boat parking and m 11 criered |irio areas. Alsn has a detached bIilck storage facility. $234,500 Jare dl Wilker-son. ../E. UR .' "i. "899-69 57 11' i!"";'_^ .i 6= 9 7. . ,. -.. .. REALTORS Visit i www.jaredsellsh i ous es.coim for eI er th hi' youf- needs a hen buying anrei elli rineal estate in RBaker Cpa an d Rel Answers. Real Results. Real Answers. Real Results. 3 Duplexes- 6 total units, 2 units have 2BR/2BA, 4 units have 2BR/1 BA. All units currently rented. Great investment opportunity. MLS#290260, $485,000 Horses Welcome Gorgeous 4BR/3BA, 2480 SF home on 5.14 acres. 4 stall barn, with feed and tack room. Area is fenced with separate fences. Home is'on comer Ii wit '..e and hunrt ery - Kitchen updated, and.much more. MLS#313581, $395,000 Brick Beauty-3BR/2BA, 1868 SF brick home has been remodeled. Ceramictile in foyer & kitchen. Pergo in living room. Located on 1.32 acres, lovely landscaping. Close to schools and shopping. MLS#317539, $188,000 Country Perfect- Private 7.26 acres with 1.75 acre stocked pond. Totally refurbished DW with 4BR/2BA, 1560 SF, country porch and cypress siding. Must see. MLS#310952, $360,000 Watson RetW f u11),REALTORS' :139 ChafeeRoadSout, Jcksovill 90.772980, COUNTRY ESTATE IN CITY 2500 SF 4BR/3BA house. Completely remodeled and updated! New Kitchenaid appliances. New wiring, plumbing and air conditioning! Stone and wood floor- ing, vinyl board fence. Two new electric fireplaces! $289,900 4 BR/2BA IN QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD Beautiful old neighborhood in Macclenny. Your children can walk to school. 1560 SF $168,900 4 BR BRICK HOME ON 1.49 ACRES Perfect for your garden with a 16x20 workshop, just 5 minutes from town! $189,000 INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY- Brick home & two additional lots to build on in excellent location for convenience to 1-10 and shopping, Remodeled with new kitchen, stove & refrigerator, All 3 for $189,900 CONVENIENCE STORE/ MEAT MARKET Well established business in the fastest growing area of Macclenny, Excellent corner lot location! Beverage License is available! Richard's Grocery & Meat Market, 386 N. Lowder St., Macclenny $389,000-i Owner will stay on to train you for 6 months. 3 bedroom, 2 bath home, back & side HOM ES AND LAND of North Florida, Inc. screen om, large t bonus rard, stove Wayne Combs, Licensed Real Estate Broker & refriger see appreciate.259-7709 338-4528 cell Macclenny city limits. $199,900 Beautiful Country Home on 5.01 acres We can show and sell all listings! - 4 BR/ 3 BA A ro. 2350 heated SF. DphtateDh II, nversi7 Il.zed in-groun l d' land w/pond also available. $429,900 Anne Kitching, Realtor 962-8064 Wendy Smith, Realtor 710-0528 Tina Melvin, Realtor 233-2743 cell. An old friend is moving to your neighborhood... I Land sales recorded The following land transac- tions were recorded in the Baker County courthouse July 26 August 15. Val- ues are derived from docu- mentary stamps. Many de- scriptions are by S(ection) T(ownship) R(ange). If acre- age or price are not listed, none were indicated in the documents. Power Plus Enterprises Inc to Neugent, William in 2-3s- 21e, $258,500 Thornton, Mary Leona to Lowery, Mary. Leona in 29- 21s-20e, $18,180 Perry, Darrell G Jr to Byrd, John in 16-3s-21e, $162,500 Consolaro, Louis A to Theus, David A in 25-2s-20e, $10 Canaday, Mitchell ;A to Taylor, Denise M in Macclenny li Unit lii Lot 14 Bk A, $239,900 Kennedy, Phillip W to Lawson, Elliott in Hunters Ridge At Glen Plantation Lot 27, $50,000 Defee, Joseph H to Bryant, Daniel L in William Knabb Sub Lot 2 Bk B, $130,000 Burnham, Kristen to Haddock, Wesley in 29-2s- 22e, $36,019 Martin, Wendell T 'to Mobley, Gregory S in Town Of Macclenny Bk 43, $126,000 Moran, Christean Moran to Wiggins, James W Sr in 4- 3s-22e, $185,000 Griffis, Wyman to BFPI Property Management Inc in 25-3s-20e, $60.000 Wilson, Donald K to Ray, Joseph L in Dawkins Addition Lot 5, $10 Mixon, Gregory W to Zamarron, Philip in 19-2s- 22e, $290,000, ...: ; Richmond American Homes Of Florida LP to Leino, Randy in Lot 106 Rolling Meadows, $184,844 Wright, Charles T to Miracle, Kirk D in 21-1s-21e, $0 MacGlen Builders Inc to Plemmons, James in Glenoaks Lot 20, $198,000. Lyons, Floyd Elbert Jr to Combs, Timothy L in 29-2s- 22e, $65,900 Canaday, Mitch to Genasky, John A in Fox Ridge Est Phase Three Lot 66, $162,900 Hart, Daniel 0 to Hart, Christina Michelle in Country Club Estates Lot 12 Bk 1, $10 Adams, Dewey Thomas to Adams, Phillip J in 2-3s-21e, $10 Coffin, Lillian M to Coffin, Roderick A in 4-3s-22e, $0 Dyal, Thomas E Jr to Dyal, Jody L'in 8-1s-21e, $6,000 Cypress Pointe Of Macclenny LIc to Maronda . Homes Inc Of Florida in Cypress Pointe Unit 1 Lots 32,36,37,38, $126,000 Southeastern Services.Inc to Kiper, Ronald L in Jerry Thomas Sub Lot 9 Bk 3, $10 Yarborough, Roger Jr to Laflash, Francis in 6-2s-22e, $10 Crews, Kevin Randolph to Crews, James D in 16-in- 21e, $200,000 Bayview Financial Property Trust to Griffis, Brian in 17- 3s-21e, $10 Stafford, Steve E to Blanchard, James E in 29-3s- 19e, $35,000 Jacobs, Jarrett to Sparkman, Clinton G in Timberlane Sub Lot 43, $164,000 Theus, David A to Royal, Larry E in $142,500 Reichard, Donna to Smith, Linda in 2-4s-21e, $0 Vining, David .L to Vining, Isabel in 25-2s-21e, $10' Mandel, Scott to Roberts, Marvin in Country Club Est Unit 2 Lot 3 Bk 2,, $53,000 Maronda Homes Inc Of Florida to Karpf, Donald P in -Cypress, Pointe Unit 1 Lot 55, $189,950 Maronda Homes Inc Of Florida to Martin, Matthew A in Cypress Point Unit 1 Lot 56, $220.150 Maronda Homes Inc Of Florida to Carrigg, Terri L in. Cypress Pointe Unit 1 Lot 18, $189,825 'Crews, Elaine C to Crews, Henry J in Green Ridge Est Lot 4, $10 Raining Cats And Dogs Inc And Animal Aid Inc to Prothero, James in 4-ls-21e, $135,000 Acosta, Daniel M to Acosta,, Brenda in 8-is-21e, $10 Baker Investment Group to Rewis, Christopher S in Allen. Lands Lot 3,14, $87,500 Richardson, Melvin Walter to Gainey,. Louise in 3-ls- 20e, $0 Birdzell, Willis Roy to Covenant Financial Services Lic in 20-3s-21e, $62,500 RichmondAmerican Homes -Of Florida Lp to Grimm. -John: M in Rolling Meadows Lot 126, $187,742 Country Federal Credit Union to Yarborough, Roger Jr in 6-2s-22e, $10 Yarborough, Roger Jr to Laflash, Francis in 6-2s-22e in $42,000 Lovingood, Jeffrey Allen to Rogers; John Arlen, River Country Est Lot 2 in $140,000 Hudson, Calvin H' to General Real Estate Services Inc, 5-3s-22e in $0 Hudson, Calvin H to General Real Estate Services Inc, 5-3s-22e in $0 Jack Lee Construction Inc to Carson, Willie E, Copper Creek Hills Unit 3 Lot 41 in $249,900 Carter; Robert Kim to Thompson, Ira III, 20-2s-22e in $53,000' Consolaro, Louis A to Theus, David A, 25-2s-20e in $0 Theus, David A to Royal, Larry E, 25-2s-20e in $0 Long, Bryan P to Gray,' David, 20-2s-22e in $100,000 Barber, Joe Bryant to Barber, Gary B, 33-2s-22e in $10 Barber, Joe Bryant to Barber, Gary B in 33-2s-22e,. $10 Carver, Tamela Lee to Taylor, Jeffrey Lin 36-2s-20e, $10 Maronda Homes Inc Of Florida to Beard, James A Jr in Cypress Pointe Unit 1 Lot 54 in $214,200 Watson Custom Home Builders Inc to Gray, Jimmy, Ledning Oaks Sub Lot 18 in $168,i70 Watson Custom Home Builders to Gray, Jimmy, Leaning Oaks Sub Lot 27, $159,400 Serving ALL your real estate needs! Florida ' Crown Realty WE SELL PROPERTY FAST!! LET US SELL YOURS... www.floridacrownrealty.com Jim Smith, Real Estate Broker Sales Associates Josie Davis Mark Lancaster Juanice Padgett Andrew P. Smith Teresa Yarborough 799 S. 6th St., Macclenny 259-6555 THE BAKER COUNTY PRESS Thursday, August 24. 2006 Page Three-B A GREAT OPPORTUNITY for an energetic self-starter in an established Macclenny retail business. Includes: General Office Work, Customer Service, Order Taking, Accuracy.and a Pleasant Personality a Must! Full or Part .time to start- Send resume to: THE OFFMCE MART, PO Box 598, Macclenny, FL 32063 Fax: 259-3060 or email: officemart@ nefcom.net -A1 TRUCK & TRAILER MECHANICS NEEDED G PRITCHETT TRUCKING Pritchett Trucking is continuing to grow and is in need of qualified people to work at our Lake Butler Facility. Good benefits. Pay based on experience. Apply in person at 1050 SE 6th St. in Lake Butler or call 1-800-486-7504 This Week's Fea New Paint & Carpet A must see in Jadik-rnille' This 3 BR 2 BA bnck home h-, been freshly pained with new carpet and tile in both bathrooms Plus a bonus rn.,mn that would make a great oAice or retreat area There ik a rwo car detached garage and an anached car- port Very easy b in show Don't miss this une1 iS1,000 -1AX-004 Commercial Investment Potential! ,43 acre comer lot zoned commercial with entry from East Boulevard and frontage on US 90. Previously approved for a 5400 SF building plus 1086 SF paved parking . NO eldandsi .'.' Incredible cnm- m e rtia l in v e st- -'- "-"- ll menl potennal aNI c ienny Owner financing lr (.'n0 t do t or wth a caush otler, we can negotiate. $It (,.00.-MAC-.I 10 .Commercial property in Hilliard- 105' frontage on W. 3rd St. V/2acre with older brick home that can be converted to office space. ': Zoned Commercial General $159,000 Ten acres- Arnold Rhoden Rd. between US 90 and I-10. High & dry land. Good road frontage. $169,900 5 minutes to Gulf of Mexico- 1 acre near Keaton Beach. MH or conventional homes welcome. Priced for quick sale. $65,000 Building lot- Glen St. Mary, Approximately % acre. Heavily wood- ed. Restricted to homes only. Backs up to Little St. Marys River. $34,900 New Listing- Nearly new 11: 24 manufactured home. * .1984 SF, 3 BR,,2 BA front ;. deck on 10 acres with fish - ^" .,: ,... , lI turedListings... Sanderson -Development Potential! 5 79 acres currend) zoned RCMI 5., This parcel can be subdinided into 1/2 acre liomen iies o tell and sepdc iith approved plain and installation ol a paved road, int . the subdivision. Possibility of rdn 1/2 acre home NA. sites You wont find a beer bar- ':S gain for homesiie r' " development. -&nd great opport ,r tor idditonal cihurh proper - 0i)ner fn inig with 20".. down ~ 230Y,0 -MA -011 Beautiful pond in Georgia!' Take your pick bui tfis as one 16 acre tract ur pli(k iup an additional 4 acres and buy two 10 acre tract , Zuned for site built homes alre.d [ I unL it per 10 acres.-' ar. Smal pond on Iront lot wiflt paved AV..M road ronige on (-RIS. Peliect ,or horses, tidlv anod hnure plans. This proper si ts hi and dN Take a nde rough the pasturt and haird'aods to see hor ourwelf. Onh ~$h1 1111, pei acre -MA J I New Listing- Good location .. .. .-.. .- ..,.- in Macedonia. Nice older MH S '' .' completely renovated & new' additions. 3 BR, 1 A2 BA, FP, Screen & open porch, abv. ground Spool, privacy fence. Large stor- age buildings. .88 acre comer lot. A i-' Reasonably priced at $89,900 OWNER WILL CONSIDER FINANCING WITH 20% DOWN. New listing- Fixer upper for hunter/fisherman. 1994 1296 SF 3 BR, 2 BA MH on 2.73 acres. Shed with camp kitchen and sleeping area. Fish pond. Dead end street near Ocean Pond in Olustee. Needs a little work. $69,900 Comnnercial property- on US Hwy. 90 in Macclenny. 99.5 feet frontage on 90 & 215 feet on 1st St. Older home may be converted tobusiness space. A separate concrete block bldg. on 1st St. is estab- lished flower shop offering world wide wire service. $445,000' REDUCED- Remodeled 3 BR, 1 BA, vinyl siding, new roof on 1 acre. CH/A. Reduced to $100,000. Located on Tony Givens Rd. in Sanderson. We Build Our Plan on Your Lot * -7' + We Build our House On Your Land Your Home Free Options package valued $12,500 with the purchase of a home View our floor plans at www.sedaconstruction.com 904-724-7800 Mon-Fri 8-5 pm RICH LAURAMORE CONSTRUCTION, INC. Custom Homes Additions Remodels 259-4893 ** 904-403-4781 cell. 5960 Lauramore Rd., Macclennm. FL 32063 RR License No. 282811470 - -- -- .. lEDA Construction Company Building Quality Homes E -- --- ---- --- wmmmmmla Fr Subject to change without notice CGCO20880. 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The Baker County Press reserves the right to refuse advertising or any other material which in the opinion of the pub- lisher does not meet standards of publication. 3X24 ft., 29 gauge, metal roofing; 2x6, 44 ft., load bearing, trusses. 334-6695. 8 3-31p Bed, beautiful temp-pedic mem- ory foam mattress & boxsprings, new in plastic, with warranty, retail $950, must sell $379, can deliver. 904-858-9350. 8/lOtfc Two 2005 Honda 4 wheelers, 350 Ranchers, low hours, $4500 each OBO. 653-2222 0of813-9967. 8/10-31p Rocker $35; dining room table, china cabinet, 8 chair, 2 years old, org. price $3500, sell for $1000; living room-chairs, 1 $15, 1 $8; desk $10; white futon bunk bed, 2 years old, $100; exercise bike, $35. 259-5337. 8/24p 5 piece oak bedroom set, queen size with mattress, $750; Two den- im crib sets, $10 each; 259-2746. 6/8tfc Epson Stylus color 600 printer, $2. 259-2400. 4/20tfc Glass top & wrought iron coffee table & 2 end tables, $150. 208- 1064. 8/24p King pillowtop, new with warranty, $289, can deliver. 904-391-0015. 8/lOtfc 6 piece bedroom set, queen mat- tress & boxsprings, new in boxes, $499, can deliver. 904-858-9350. 8/lOtfc 1 seater go-kart, $300; refrigera- tor, works good, 450; 2 pet rats w/condo cage, $25; mini 4 wheel- er, sacrifice for $250; 55 gallon aquarium complete, $150. 235- 7705. Fresh green peanuts, hand picked, washed & graded. Truluck Farms, O'Brien, FL. 259-2055. 7/27-8/31p Good used appliances. 90 day money back guarantee. 266-4717. 7/13-3/29p Queen sleigh bed, beautiful pine, Broyhill collection, new condition, paid $800', sell for $475; small, swivel desk chair, $25; TV cabinet, $50. 904-742-9399. 8/24p 1999 Harley Davidson FXDL Dyna Dell keyboard & mouse, $10. 259- Lowrider, Vance & Hines exhaust, 2400. 6/15tf : Friday 8:00 am-2:00 pm, 121 North. .forward controls, lots of extras, 2005 Tritan TR196, full factory 4' miles on left. Lots of nice things. garage kept, looks brand new, warranty, many extras, $28,000. S 3A2LE Friday 8:00 am-?, Fox Ridge subdivi- $10,500. Call Doug @ 259-3272 Call Jimmy at 904-588-3754 or sion off North Blvd E. Namebrand or 728-6163. 8/24 sion off North BlvE.259-4420 Namebrand 2r000 Yamaha Wave Runner, 3 24084 : women's, men's, jr.'s & baby clothes, s ater with trailer, very low hours, -miscellneous items. good condition, $5000. 259-4602.TA -. Friday & Saturday 7:00 am-2:00 pm, 7/13tfc 7349 W. Madison St.. Glen. Solid wood. cherry sleigh bed Friday & Saturday 8:00 am-1:00 pm, :with mattress & boxsprings, retail 1990 Ford F150 XLT, new tires, Smokey Rd., Glen. Computer items, $950,, sacrifice ror $395, can ae- liver. 904-858-9350. 8. lOtfc 6W' work topper, tool box driver side, tail gate doors, ladder rack. $150. See at 6285' Bob Kirkland Rd, Macc. Must see to appreciate. 8/24-31p Antique breakfront buffet, break- front china cabinet, buffet, all ma-' hogany, can be seen at Southern Charm. 259-4140: 12 '9tfc Mahogany secretary, beautiful piece, excellent condition. South- ern Charm 259-4140. 12,. 9tfc 1998 motor home, Chevy 454 en- gine, 29' long, new batteries, new tires, 32,000 miles, immaculate condition, 1 owner. 259-6494 or 259-7967 or 334-0767 after 4:00 pm. 8/24p Butterfly dining table with & chairs, very ornate, fluted legs, rare; half, round.foyer console. All pieces are mahogany wood. Southern Charm. 259-4140. 2/3tfc 2005 Flagstaff camper, 28 ft. w/slide, excellent condition; tan cloth recliner $25;: wood table w/3 chairs $25; brass floor lamp $5; Body by Jake exercise bench $25; free children's swing set. 259- 7784. 8/24p Artists! Oils, acrylics, water colors, canvases, drawing pads and much more! The Office Mart, 110 S. Fifth Street, 259-3737. tfc Luxury queen pillowtop, in plastic, $199. 904-398-5200. 8/10ft Newgen DesignXpress 12 laser printer, ethernet, parallel, serial, appletalk, SCSI,connectivity. Prints up to 11x17, uses HP toner & drum. PC or MAC, has one tray & power cord, $250. 259-2400. 8/24tfc Solid wood coffee table, light col- ored pine witn glass inserts, stor- age underneath $50. 275-3007. 3/16tfc Nikon Scan Touch oversized flat- bed scanner with SCSI connection, $75. 259-2400. 6/15tfc 2005 Harley Heritage softtail, 1500 miles, $15,600. 343-8616. 8/24p Miller welder w/trailer, plus acces- sories, $1500. 259-1303., 8/24p Are you looking to buy Home Inte- riors or host a party to get free or discounted items? Call Diana 486- 0893. 8/24p 1995 Coachman pull behind camp- er, like new, extras, asking $6500. 259-9055 or 598-4935 for more information. 8/24p YARD SALE Saturday, 8:00 am ? 12198 N. CR 23A, Macclenny Hunting bows Bearing press Bug reflector-brand new in box Kids' toys Dolls clothing Rocking chairs Pictures Me power steering & brakes, cruise. control, 5 speed, A/C, $3000. 653-2222 or 813-9967. 8 10-31p 1982 Ford F150, 4 WD. 251 Wind- sor, Granny 4.speed, 33 Buckshot mudders, $1800 OBO. 259-4709 or 813-6040. 8/24-31p 1976 Chevrolet Scottsdale truck, very good condition, 1 owner. Call Joe Rhoden at 259-3216. 8 3tfc 1997 Ford Aerostar van, runs & looks great, $2500 OBO. 704- 5043 or 259-569T7.. 8/24-31p Cash for your junk car or truck. I haul. 904-509 0921. 5 '4-10 '26p 2002 Ford Explorer LS, 78,000 miles, w/extended warranty, V6, automatic, CD, power steering, tilt wheel, cruise control, tow package rear air, aluminium whdels, new tires, $11,500. 259-7574. 8/24c 2005 Ford Explorer XLT, 4x4; black in color, 20,000 miles, $26,500. 259-3352. 8/24c 1999 Volvo Autocar tri-axle dump truck, 20K front, 46K rear, 13K steering, lift axle, rebuilt N14, 435. HP, A/C, 13 speed transmission. $39,500, negotiable. 904-703- 3027 cell. 8/24p 2002 Honda CR-V, automatic, cloth seats, 47,000 miles, $16,000. 259-3352. 8/24c 1989 Dodge Dakota,, $500 firm. 904-298-7200.. 8/24p 1979 Corvette, V8, 4 speed, t- tops,'runs good, $2S00. 343- 8616. 8/24p We do small job land clearing, bush hog mowing, scatter dirt, root rake, etc., also tree trimming & re- moval. 259-7968. 6/29tfc Now accepting antique furniture on consignment. Pieces have to be in good condition. Call Karin at South- ern Charm 259-4140. 2/13tfc adult, children & baby clothes, many household items, washer. 4 families. Friday & Saturday 8:00 am-?, Corner of Cardinal & Joey St. 3 families. Friday & Saturday 8:30 am-?, 6203 W. Thomas Circle off Owen Acres. Toys. clothes. Saturday 8:00 am-noon, 218 West Blvd beside football field. Miscellaneous household items, dining room table & 6 chairs w lighted china cabinet, dresser, clothing, decorations, etc. 259-4148. Saturday 8:00 am-1:00pm. 1291 Copper Creek Dr. Chihuahua puppies, 6 weeks old, $200 each. Cash only. 653-1956. 8/24p Bulldog puppies, $100 each. 904- 37.0-4114. 8/24p Ride share from Macclenny to downtown Jacksonville, Monday - Friday. 384-2023. 8/17-24p For sale. Day's Pizza, owner are retiring. 259-4660 call after 2:30 pm. 8 *24-31c Best location in the county for the new drive thru convenience store concept, drive through gourmet cof- fee shop, car wash, dry/fold laun- dromat, ice vending machine, drive through produce, barber shop, hot dog stand, office or retail space. 100 ft. frontage by 140 ft. deep, located on S. 6th St. between Waf- fle House & American Inn, 350 eft. to 1-10. This "hot" location is available for only $125,000. Call Florida Crown Realty 259-6555. 8/17tfc Christian childcare in my home, Monday-Friday. 6:00 am-6:00 pm, hot meals/snacks, 20 years experi- ence, licensed. Hills of Glen area. Cathy Thomas 259-3678. 8/24p Do you have a junk car or truck you want hauled off or to sell? :259- 7968. 4/22tfc ' AKC Chihuahua puppies, 8 weeks, $400. 904-537-8542. : 8/24-31p Must sell. Pit bull pups, red/red- nose, 14 weeks old, were $200, now :$100, 3 left 2 chocolate, 1 red/red brindle (males). Hurry! S259-8929. 8/17-31p Dogs: ali types from puppies to adults. Animal Control, 50- board rmg fees will apply. 259-678-, .. 11/20tfc Happy Jack mange medicine pro- motes healing & hairgrowth in any mange or barespot on dogs & :horses without steroids. Glen Cash Store 259-2381. www.e-stitch. com. 8/17-9/7p Beagle puppies, 5 months old, .$50 each. 275-2410. 8/24p Gelding/sorrell, 17 years, grand kids ride, $1800 w/tack. 259- 2465. 8/24p Purebred Yorkshire pigs, $30 each. 275-2410. 8/24p Q PRITCHETT TRUCKING Local $575 $675 Home Every Night OTR $650-$800+ Home 1-2 Nights Plus Weekends Health/Life Insurance Available Paid Vacation 401 K Weekly Bonus $500 Quarterly Safety/Performance Bonus DOT Inspection Bonus Driver Referral Bonus CALL 1-800-808-3052 www.pritchetttrucking.com A GOOD COMPANY FOR GOOD DRIVERS!! ___ I.* ---"---------,.1'... :: I Gas is $3 a gallon... what are you waiting for ? An excellent opportunity for a bright, self-motivated person right here in Baker County. No commuting to Jacksonville. Part time with full time potential, salary base with commission - sales and marketing experience helpful. Apply to: PO Box 598, Macclenny, FL 32063 ed- THE BAKER COUNTY PRESS Thursday. August 24, 2006 Page Five-B Farm/ranch established business income. 8 stall barn has current horse boarding. Large screen party facility for corporation, business, schools, reunions, birthday par- ties (parties currently booked). In- cludes livestock, commercial party inflatables, farm equipment, 2/3 BR house w/den, fireplace, large oaks, pond. Board fence frontage. Approximately 13 acres. Glen St. Mary. $750,000. 259-2465. 8/24-31p Notice to readers: The newspaper often publishes classi- fied advertising on subjects like work- at-home, weight loss products, health products. While the newspaper uses reasonable discretion in deciding on publication of such ads, it takes no responsibility as to the truthfulness of claims. Respondents should use caution and common sense before sending any money or making other commitments based on statements and/or promises; demand specifics in writing. You can also call the Federal Trade Commission at 1-877-FTC-HELP to find out how to spot fraudulent solicitations. Remember: if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. - The Baker County Press Wal-mart DC/Sam's Cafe now hir- ing food service personnel. FT/PT with 2 years experience, $8 and up. 904-653-4000 x 5004. 8/24-31c Great opportunity for an ener- getic self-starter in an established Macclenny retail business. Includes general office work, customer ser- vice, order taking. Accuracy & a pleasant personality a must. Full time or part time to start. Send resume to The Office Mart, P.O. Box 598, Macclenny, FL 32063 or fax to 904-259-3060, e-mail: officemart@ nefcom.net. 8/24-31c Part-time help needed, 20-30 hours week, must be 18 or older. 259-2900. 8/24c Experienced painters needed. Contact 534-5133. 8/24-31p Experienced painters needed. Must have tools, benefits after 90 days. 259-5877. 12/30tfc Autocrafters Collision Repair needs a porter/car wash/jpnitor. Must have a clean driving record. Apply in person at 180 S. Lowder St. 8/17-24p Now hiring. Experienced concrete foreman, valid driver's license a MUST. Fax. resume to 904-275- 3292 or call 275-4960. EOE. Drug free workplace. 8/24-31c A Touch of Grass Lawn Service needs experienced full time licensed driver. 259-7335.3/23tfc The Division of Forestry is now accepting applications for the posi- tion of Park Naturalist. Applicants must pass a background screening process. Either 1 year of work expe- rience in forest inventory or a 1 year certificate in Forestry from an accredited college or university is required. The position is the John M. Bethea State Forest in Northern Baker County at the Baxter Florida office with a starting salary of $23, 181.60 and associated ben- efits. Apply online at jobs.myflorida. com Call Lee at 904-2599-2122 or Darline at 386-758-5716. Applications will be accepted until 9/5/06. The Division of Forestry is an AA/EEO employer. 8/24-31c Local church looking for some- one to work in the nursery on a regular basis. Sunday evenings, Wednesday evenings & other times when needed. If interested, please call Perry or Beverly at 259-6977. Reference & background checks required. 8/17-24c We are looking for skilled structur- al steel craftsmen who are able to work in a team environment. Hours of operation are from 7:00 am-3:30 pm with the possibility of overtime when required. Benefits include paid holidays, personal days and vacation, apply in person at 710 Griffin Court, Macclenny. Apex is an EOE and drug free workplace. 8/17-31p Clerical help needed construction office. Goo munication skills, qomput MS office, quickbooks & resource experience a p resume to 904-275-3292 275-4960. EOE. Drug frE place. 8 Experienced A/C service installer needed. Must have license & tools. 259-0893 Part time w/full time Looking for motivated, qua son in Baker and surround Experience in sales help with resume & references Box 598, Macclenny, FL 3; for busy Northeast Florida State Hospital )d com- is seeking a Senior Motor Vehicle er skills, Operator #09563 as a backup human driver. Applicant must possess a lus. Fax Class B CDL license with air brake 2 or call endorsement and have one experi- ee work- ence in operating a motor vehicle. /24-31c Applicant will assist the grounds :e tech/ crew on a regular basis. Apply e driver's on-line at https://PeopleFirst. MyFlorida.com. 8/17-24c 6/15tfc Security officers, all areas of potential. Jacksonville. Call Giddens Security lified per- 384-8071 or apply in person at 528 1;in ...- S. Edgewood Ave. 8/17-9/7c ul. Reply s to P.O. 2063. 6/2tfc Company specializing in erosion control now hiring the following positions: Crew leaders, equip- ment operators, laborers, class A CDL drivers. Valid driver's license a MUST. Fax resume to 904-275- 3292 or call 275-4960. EOE. Drug free workplace. 8/24p Earthmoving. Heavy equipment operators, dozers, track hoes, off / road dump trucks. Local work & extensive travel required. Health benefits. EOE. Drug free work- place. E-mail resume to radkins@ comanco.com. Application can be completed at www.comanco.com or call Application 813-988-8829 ext. 117. Current locations: Folkston, GA. 8/17-9/7p Experienced metal roofer need- ed, dependable, driver's license required, good pay. 904-251-5804, after 7:00 pm,-call 259-3757. 7/13-8/31p Local home care agency looking for full time/part time Physical Therapist and Occupational Therapist. Contact Lacy of Linda at 259-3111. 5/25tfc. Pipe foreman, water, sewer & storm. Insurance & benefits. Call Allbright Contracting at 259-0792. 8/17-24p Shop maintenance help needed, small engines. 259-7335. 8/24tfc Drivers: CDL-A, O/Ops or teams. No forced dispatch. 44 offic- es nationwide. 85% gross paid weekly. Insurance available. JRC Transportation. 800-344-4029. 8/17-24p Northeast Florida State Hospital, *a Governor's Sterling Award Winner is currently seeking to fill the fol- lowing positions: Psychologist (doc- toral level), Psychological Specialist (master's' level) and Human Services Counselor III (social worker). Selected applicants will be hired as county employees, eligible for county benefits. However, the physical location of employment will be on site at NEFSH, located at 7487 S. SR 121, Macclenny. 904- 259-6211, fax # 259-7101. Salary information, applications & position information (class specifications & position descriptions) are avail- able at NEFSH, Human Resource, Administration Building at the address listed above. These posi- tions will be posted in accordance with Baker County posting require- ments for a period of 14 days begin- ning Monday, August 14, 2006 and closing Monday, August 28, 2006. Faxed resumes will -be accepted and an application & position infor- mation mailed upon receipt of con- firmed fax. Applications cannot be considered after the closing date referenced. 8/24c Mechanics. Great pay & benefits! All shifts available. Experience truck & trailer. Centurion Auto Transport 800-889-8139. 8/24-31p Notice to Readers All real estate advertising in this news- paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise "any preference, limitation or discrimina- tion based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familiar status or national ori- gin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimina- tion." Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our read- ers are hereby informed that all dwell- ings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination, call HUD toll free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll free telephone number for the impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 3 BR, 2 BA triplewide mobile home on 2.2 acres, -fenced yard, deck overlooking pond, huge kitchen & master bath, 1800 SF, $129,000. Glen St. Mary. 904-626-6201. 8/24-31p 2.10 acres on Shave's Bluff Rd. Singlewide with pole barn,-$65,000. 220-8383 or 483-7501. 8/17-24p 8.18 acres off Mudlake Rd & Mallie Davis Rd. Well, septic tank& pole. Ready'to move your mobile home on. Will deliver & set-up home for buyer. $130,000. Call 259-3763 leave message. 8/3-24p Beautiful 3 BR, 2 BA, 1644 SF brick rancher on 2.18 acres. Completely renovated & ready to move in. Zoned RC.5 with room for additional homes. Located on a paved road with extra large garage & additional storage. New cen- tral H/A. Conveniently located in Glen St. Mary. Affordably priced at $250,000. Please call 476-8907 for more info. 8/24-9/14c Jack Lee Construction spec home in Copper Creek, 3 BR, 2'/2 full. baths. Call 781-5117 or 904-751- 6053. 6/22tfc 3 BR doublewide w/mature pecan & oak shade, board fence frontage, approximately .68 acres overlooks horse farm. Horse boarding avail- able. Glen St. Mary. $95,000. 259- 2465. 8/24p Large desirable lot in Copper Creek, one of the largest & last in Phase II, $70,000. 259-6199. 6/29tfc New construction. 3 BR, 2 BA brick/vinyl house, 2240 SF on 1 acre, Bob Kirkland Rd. 2 car garage, front & back porch, large bedrooms, great room. 259-7574. 8/24c Public Notice: Respected devel- oper announces release of Phase 1 marsh, lake and wooded home sites in new, gated and upscale riv- erfront community near beaches on Georgia coast. Free 24 hour record- ed information at 800-293-2511 ext. 2001. 8/17-9/7p 27 acres off US 301 near Bryceville, $250K. 904-483-7617 or 449- 6184. 7/20tfc 40 acre farm, CR 229 south of Sanderson. 545-6961. 8/24-31c New construction. 3 BR, 2 BA brick house in Hunter's Ridge, 2307 total SF, great room, kitchen, back porch, $239,000. 259-4602 or 259-6546. 7/27tfc Elegant entrance brick home. 4 BR, 2 BA, 2400 SF heated, 13' ceil- ings, great room, living room, dining room, breakfast area, kitchen w/ white cabinets, both bathrooms w/ jacuzzi, master BA/walk-in shower, security system, surround sound in great room, large sunroom next to a screened inground pool. Brand new 13 seer, high efficiency heat pump. Sprinkler system, beauti- ful landscaping. 2 room detached garage w/12' aluminum lean to and a fenced area. All on 1 acre which has an underground petsafe invisi- ble fence. Wonderful neighborhood. Great location. Serious inquires only. $380,000. 259-4602 or 259- 6546 or 219-2842. 8/24tfc * Major appliances Roofing, Free estimates Elimination System 7/28tfc graphic design and writing Tires Rims Exhaust ur, 7 day emergency service! 259-8700 2598759 KIRKLAND'S LAWN Call Cheryl Buckshot Goodyear Mid Call Vince Farnesi, CCCo4697 5/27tfc t2/17tfc CARE/LANDSCAPING 904-885-1237 NiBtn *OSS Eale *ME Owner-Operator 259-2124, DESIGN ALTERNATIVES 260-8153 Custom house plans to your specifications Qualified Good references 4/30tfc JAMES' MOBILE HOME SERVICE Delivery & Set up Where the customer comes first! 904-509-7550 cell 904-259-3763 8/3-24p FILL DIRT Bull dozer & backhoe C.F. White 275-2474 4/6tfc NOBLITT'S HOME INSPECTIONS NHC, FHIA & NACHI Certified Serving North Florida and South Georgia 259-5342 259-5416 fax 7/6-9/21p FILL DIRT Culverts Installed 259-2536 Tim Johnson 6/ltfc SPIVEY ELECTRIC COMPANY, INC. Residential/commercial wiring 24 hour emergency service Breakers, plugs, switches Ceiling fans & light fixtures installed Free estimates Licensed, bonded & insured 314-9362 8/17-9/7p WOODS TREE SERVICE Tree removal Light hauling Stump removal We haul or buy junk cars and trucks We sell horses Licensed Insured Free estimates 24 hour service Call Danny 904-222-5054 Jesus is the Only Way 11/4-11/4/06p WELL DRILLING 2" and 4" wells Roger Raulerson 259-7531 4/3tfc FLORIDA CONCRETE SERVICES, INC. Footers Foundations Sidewalks Driveways 904-259-2050 8/17-24c Fill dirt ~ Millings -Slag Concrete washout Land clearing ~ Fish ponds Road built Houses/buildings demo Inground pools demo 904-445-8836 days 904-653-2493 evenings ANGEL AQUA, IN Water softeners Iron filt Sales Rentals Servic WATER TESTING Total water softener supp Salt delivery ~ Financing available JOHN HOBBS 797 S. 6th Street, Maccli 259-6672 Lawn mowing ~ Tractor work Clean-up ~ Hauling 259-3352 8/10-31c CANADAY CONSTRUCTION/ CANADAY TRUCKING Complete site & underground 6/29tfc utility contractor, Land clearing C. We sell dirt & slag ters Hourly rate available on: ce grader, dozer & trackhoe work Dirt starting at $85/load plies Mitch Canaday, Jr. 259-1242 904-219-8094 CU-C057126 enny 7/15tfc A & R ROOFING, INC. New roofs Roof repairs Roof replacement Free estimates 259-7892 9/9tfc ALL ABOUT TEXTURING, INC. Knockdown Popcorn Orange Peel New construction remodeling Free estimates 653-1713 904-588-6763 8/3-24 3/16-3/1/07p R.K. MUSE CONSTRUCTION, INC. Custom Homes Residential & Commercial New construction Framing Remodeling Additions 259-2006 545-8316 cell Keith Muse, owner CBC#1250391 8/17-24c HIGGINBOTHAM BROS. Heating* Air Electrical service Licensed and Insured 259-0893 Lic. #ET11000707 Lic. #RA13067193, 4p Lic. #RA13067194 KONNIE'S KLEAR POOLS We build in-ground pools We sell and install DOUGHBOY above-ground pools Service Renovations Cleaning Repairs Chemicals Parts 698-E West Macclenny Ave. (next to Raynor's Pharmacy) Spring & Summer hours: Monday Friday 10:00 am 6:00 pm Saturday 10:00 am 5:00 pm 259-5222 C PC( 053903) 9/2tfc A & R TRUSS Engineered trusses for your new Home Barn Shed Etc. Free estimates 259-3300 Lic.#RC0067003 12/23tfc ALL FLORIDA CUSTOM AIR, INC. Commercial Residential New construction Service 904-260-2090 CAC1813701 WEDDING 4/6-9/28p ANNOUNCEMENTS & INVITATIONS So many options! See our catalogs at The Office Mart, 110 South 5th Street 259-3737 4/21tfc helin SR Cusom. x..aus F.owmaste Custom exhaust Flowmaster Turbo, Glaspaks Call today for the best price! 259-1393 10/6tfc RONNIE SAPP WELL DRILLING SEPTIC TANKS Well drilling Water conditioning purification New septic systems Drain field repairs 259-6934 We're your water experts Celebrating our 29th year in business. Credit cards gladly accepted Fully licensed & insured Florida & Georgia tfc JACK LEE CONSTRUCTION CUSTOM BUILDER Build on your lot or ours Your plans or ours Model home in Copper Creek 259-7359 783-9039 4/6tfc THE OFFICE MART Oils, acrylics, watercolors, canvases, drawing pads & much more! 110 South Fifth Street 259-3737 24 hou q/1 Ritf k THE BAKER COUNTY PRESS Thursday. August 24, 2006 Page Six-B Copper Creek Hills, Unit III, last lot available on cul-de-sac, $55,000. Please call 259-2255. 8/24tfc 3 BR, 2 BA house with 2 rental mobile homes on 13.2+- acres in the Georgia Bend area, big work- shop & 2nd kitchen, $190,000. 904-629-1779. 5/25tfc 3 BR, 2 BA on I acre, constructed November 1998, 11 miles south of 1-10 on 121, asking $98,500. Home in excellent condition. 904-703- 7177. 8/24-9/14p 10 acres, restricted to homes, nice property, good location, bring your horses, $138,900. 259-3878. 8/17-9/7p Old Nursery Plantation. Beautiful brick home on 2.77 acres, 4 BR, 2 BA, 1907 SF, $330,000. 7582 Old Nursery Rd. off CR 125. 259-4704 appointment only. 8/24-9/7p 3 BR, 2 BA brick home, carport, utility shed, privacy fence, $950/ month plus deposit. 259-6849. 8/17-24p . 2 BR house w/storage building on 1/2 acre in Sanderson, CH/A,. water conditioner, ceramic tile & carpet. Credit check & 1 year lease required. No smoking. $600 month, $600 security deposit. 259-4126. 8/17-24p Beautiful river front, home, 2.1 acres, St. Mary's, 1500 SF, 3 BR, 2 BA. $595 month. $595 deposit. 220-1565. 8 24-31p Mobile homes, 2 and 3 BR, A..'C, no pets, $500-$550 plus deposit. 904- 860-4604. 3/17tfc Mobile home, River Heights Mobile Home Park. 259-3148. 8/24p 3 BR & 2 BR mobile homes, no pets, garbage, water & mowing provided, $450-$600/month. 912-843-8118. 5/4tfc 2 BR, 2 BA mobile home near Macclenny, lots of privacy. $600/' montn. $300 secuLrit deposit, 1st and last month's rent, no pets. 710- 5246. 8 '24p 3 BR, 2 BA mobile home, carpet & vinyl flooring, living room, Kitch- en, dining room on .50 acre lot in Sanderson. All electric appliances, $700 security deposit, $700/month. Please call between the hours of 9:00 am-5:00 pm, weekdays ONLY. 259-3343 or 626-8424. 6, ltfc 2 BR, 1 BA apartment, $500/ month, $400 security deposit, no pets, 12 month lease. 229 N. 3rd St. 259-9797. 8/24c 2 BR apartment in Sanderson, $600/month. 275-2136.8/24-31c Beautiful 1600 SF new home with Jacuzzi in MBR, all electric applianc- es, beautiful neighborhood, inside city, $2100 security deposit, $1400/ month. Please call 259-3343 week- days between 9:00 am-5:00 pm. 8/lOtfc 3 BR, 2 BA, 14x70 singlewide on v/2 acre, two miles from 1-10, front & back porches, $650/month, 1st, last & deposit. 259-2552. 8/24-9/7p Nice 2 BR house in Georgia Bend, $550/month, $300 deposit. 912-' 843-2093 or 777-8880. 8/24p September Special. St. Augustine, 1 BR condo, sleeps 4, large heated pool, $500/week, monthly rates available. 904-483-7617. 7/20tfc New office space, 480 SF on West US 90, Glen St. Mary. OD Rewis 259-6735. 7/27tfc Commercial building, 1100 SF of office space divided in to 3 offices & 1 BA. 1 block from courthouse on 4th St., directly behind Dependable Heating & Air. Just $650/month, deposit required. 259-6546 or 259- 4602. 7/13tfc SAdvertising Deadline Monday at 5:00 THE BAKER COUNTY PRESS: DRI looks at tapping new market of 55+ (From Page 1) adults could tax the county's health care facilities. Cedar Creek has plans for just one clinic, but a representa- tive of the developer offered a variation on the Field of Dreams strategy if you build it, they will come, and if they come, so will medical facilities. The clinic is part of about 500,000 square feet of commercial space, mostly located in an "integrated downtown" area and on the perimeter of the development. Robbins also said Cedar Creek will have a college campus located on its outskirts. A representative of the developer said they are currently talking with a college, although he wouldn't say which one. ** ,L ** 0 0 Th0 I~eIp~uk p~e~ Ace Hardware store, a long-time fixture on Maccleriny Av- enue, is looking to move a few miles to the west . The new location is just east of Wildcat Drive on property owned Judge Ray Gatlin, who is asking for a rezoning of prop- erty he owns just east of Wildcat Drive. His representative, Hugh Fish, said the store including parking, a lumber yard and garden center will occupy the 8.9-acre parcel. If the commission 'approves the rezoning, the purchase should close in October, with construction starting by the end of the year. The property is adjacent to the in-progress Greystone devel- opment. Gatlin also owns the parcel between Wildcat Drive and the proposed Ace Hardware. Fish said there are discussions with businesses that may want to build there. Associate school superintendent Glenn McKendree told the commission that the school district is concerned about traffic off Madison Street into Ace Hardware., Fish said only delivery trucks would access the store from Madison, and only during times when students and teachers weren't arriving or leaving Baker County High School and Westside Elementary. After about a quarter-century in business, the owners of Day's Pizza are selling the restaurant located in the Food Lion shopping center. George and Helen Day expect a quick sale and are looking forward to an active retirement. Contact Michael Rinker if you have any information (and yes, that includes rumors) about new businesses coming to Baker County. changes planned for existing businesses, or any real estate news. He can be reached by phone 259.2400 or by email at bcpress@nefcom.net. Hickman Metal Roofing Homes and Mobile Homes Factory Certified Professional Installers Many Styles and Colors to Choose From Manufacturer's Warranties up to a LIFETIME! State Certified Roofing Contractor CCC057887! Visit us on the web at: www.lifetimemetalroofing.com (904)779-5786 1-800-662-8897 Toll Free 6 BOB -F''- Driver Jacksonville Terminal Dedicated Shorthaul Avg. $683 $907 /week NO TOUCH FREIGHT 85% preloaded/pretarped CDL-A required 877-428-6527 www.ctdrivers.com Ra w~oLersover WeLt t>iiiLvfQ 1,2" & 4" Wells Water & Iron Conditioners Installed Call Roger or Roger Dale 259-7531 Family Owned & Operated L,cEn!ea &inured Junk Mail In.)- unsolicited advertising or promotional material received through the mail or email. People read what they pay for! THE BAKERCOUNTY PRESS Since 1929 ALL FLORiDA CUSTOM AlR, INC. 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Need 2 years experience. CALL JIM OR DEBBIE LAWRENCE 904-368-0777 or 888-919-8898 Saturday, August 26 Celebration Parkin Glen St. Mary All candidates invited- Republican & Democrat Local, State & Judicial Ifyou have a question tfor any ofthe candidates, please email to bcprs&@nckom.net or drop it ofat dithe office byAugust 25. For more infomradoncall 259-2-400 , 5 I -A - I I |