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'U cl C < Z MC rn c. I 2 The Gilchrist County Commission was addressed by Jerry Scarborough, Executive Director of the 'Suwannee River Water Management District, at the beginning of thd March 6 meeting. The Executive Director explained to the board that at this time the SRWMD Governing Board had withdrawn the offer that they had been communicating with Gilchrist County regarding the purchase of Hart Springs Park. "We are truly interested in the future of Hart Springs, but at this time the governing board has removed their offer from the table to work with the county on improving the park," Scarborough added. Commissioner Mitchell Gentry asked the Executive Director if the district executive board would work with .the county in trying to connect the park with the (Continued to Page Two) riotl rnuut uurut Serving Gilchrist County and Surrounding Area for over 74 Years Phone (352) 463-7135 Fax (3521) 463-7393 Tre to ,e,, In3T,,:,ri w, iIII r ,ii.'cr,,:s ,, i i. Vol. 5 No. 47 P) 4 5 nalt 463-393 Trenton, Florida 32693 Thursday. March 9, 2006 Price 50V, of C dn'. $24. O mer Areas *gilchristjoumal@bellsouth.net of1 :). 1 )ufofState Susan J. Bryant Announces Retirement From Gilchrist Supervisor Of Elections Office Susan Bryant, Supervisor -of Elections, announced at the Trenton Rotary Club meeting Monday that she had submitted her. resignation to Governor Jeb Bush effective December 29, 2006. Mrs. Bryant said she submit- ted the letter to Governor Bush so that he could open qualifying for the unexpired portion of her term, and place the Supervisor of 'Elections race 9n the 2006 Primary and General Elections. "I believe the registered vot^ ers of the county should elect their representatives in lieu of' appointment by the Governor." Mrs. Bryant stated. "There's a time for all things, and Tbelie'e the time is right for me to be available for m) family. There are no words that could ever express my appreciation to - ---./ Susan Briant the people of Gilchrist for allow-' ing me to serve as Supervisor of Elections." Bryant said. ;Susan Bryant was elected in .1980 and has served Gilchrist County since January 19 L. She introduced a punch card sy stem in 1982 that replaced the paper ballots that had been used since the beginning of Gilchrist Coun- ty. After the 2000 General Elec- tion all punch card systems were replaced in the State of Florida. Gilchrist County in 2002 went to the Optical Scan Sxstem that is still in force today. Touch screen voting will also be avail- able in 2006 elections. primarily for those \with voting disabilities due to the mandates of the Help America Vote Act. The elec- tions ha'e been .ery success- ful in Gilchrist County; Mrs, Bryant praises her employees, poll workers and voters for that success. Susan J. Bryant Super\ isor of Elections S Gilchrist Counti. Florida A LetterTo The Citizens Of Trenton And Gilchrist County I would like to.issue you a warning of a sCam that has occurred in our city 'and could happen in the count%. A citizen receded a check in the mail for $6.300 whichh \vas ,deposited in the bank. Then ,she was notified to \\ithdraw\ S3.000 of the funds and send it to Canada and then $3.000 more and to send it to Africa. The victimm \\as nonfied that if they would send the $6.000, the\ would d be aw arded $625,000. The check that %\as sent is fake and no%\ the victimm is out over $6.500. Please do not fall victimm to this scam. If you are contacted .by someone in reference to % inning money please call the Trenton Police Department or the Gilchris Count\ Sheriff's Office. .ChiefiW. L:.Smith, Jr.' Grand Jury Returns First Degree Murder Indictment Of Eric Herriott In Slaying Of Marcela Frazier By John M. A ers A Grand Jury returned a first degree murder indictment for Eric Herriott. a 21-Near old Trenton man that has been charged \ith the slaying death of Marcela Frazier. State Attorne\ Bill Cere' one reported that he was pleased with the cooperation in'olking the Trenton Police Department. Gilchrist County Sheriff's Office and Florida Department of Law Enforcement in conducting the investigation and bringing this case to this point. The first-degree murder indictment w ill keep the suspect in the Gilchrist Count\ Jail without bond until the trial \which is expected to be scheduled in 2007. Trenton Police Chief Bill' Smith reported that the suspect was apprehended at his residence February 9. 2006 without incident and charged with first-degree murder. The suspect. \%ho was living w ith the daughter of Mrs. Frazier at the time of the arrest. first appeared before Gilchrist Count. Judge Edward Philman on FebruarN 10. The Judge identified the suspect as a threat and ordered the man to remain in the Gilchrist County Jail \ without bond. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is still conducting laboratory analysis of certain pieces of material that were believed to have been worn by Herriott at the.time of the incident. The arrest warrant indicated' the suspect's shoes had droplets of blood that have been identified from the murdered victim. Chief Smith reported that on January 11, before law enforcement authorities had been notified of the incident, they Nere dispatched to an area %%here knives with blood on them had been seen lying near the greenway just west of the old Trenton railroad depot. These kni\es %ere identified and also submitted as additional evidence in this %er\ detailed case. Trash Fire Threatens Residence, But Saved By Farefighters - By Cindy Jo Ayers John and Kim Wheat of 7500 SE 77th Lane were, blessed Sunday afternoon when their home was saved-from being destroyed by fire. Mrs. Wheat reported that the fire started as a little trash fire in a trash pit right beside the residence. She also said that it was only feet from their home when it.was stopped. The family lost a garage/storage room and a second store) deck to the blaze. The Gilchrist County Fire Rescue along with Trenton and Fanning Springs Volunteer Fire Departments responded to the scene. The Wheats reported 24 .fire fighters were on the scene to fight the blaze before it was extinguished. An. estimated 35,000 gallons of water were sprayed onto the flames before they were extinguished. The fire began as the family was burning trash. The blaze escaped and jumped to the carport and then to the garage and storage facility. "By acting quickly and professionally nobody was injured and the residence was completely saved," reported Robert E. Willis, Director of Gilchrist County Public Safety. "The training, dedication and teamwork of our volunteer fire Garage and storage room which was destroyed by a trash fire on Sunday afternoon in the Waccasassa area. departments saved this home. I would like to extend my thanks to all of our volunteer fire fighters and encourage everyone in Gilchrist county to show their appreciation for our local heroes," Willis added. Mrs. Wheat explained their home was saved by God and the local fire departments that responded. "They went beyond the call yesterday. They did an awesome job and saved my home." Mrs. Wheat added. She reported that her family is fine and their actual home was not damaged. The family moved to this area from St. Petersburg,, FL about five years ago. They originally moved south from Michigan. An account for the Wheat family has been set up with the Capital City Bank in Trenton. By Geneva Cornwell Monnye Shelby Brown, such a charming person, witty and multi-talented all wrapped in one, is the .featured "Person- ality of the Month" for the Character Council of Gilchrist County. Ms. Monnye grew up in Salisbury, North Carolina, and received her education from Catawba College and completed her Master's degree at the Uni- versity of North Carolina. She retired from teaching, and when- ever called upon, still loves to. Presently she enjoys gardening, reading, writing, walking and finds great pleasure in singing. She's also an experienced pianist who makes it her job to bring delightful refrains to her hearers at church, Trenton First United Methodist Church, as well as Ayers Health and Rehab Center and Rotary Club meetings. One of her favorite pastimes is spend- ing meaningful hours with her grandchildren. The youngsters teasingly call their grandmother, y Monnye Brown the "Overbooked Volunteer," but Monnye finds great satisfaction in her community work. When this writer first met Ms. Monnye, a deep sense of gratitude was felt. Later on, as I got to know this wonderful Southerner lady, I knew that she had a story to tell about what our society today is in great need L of, and that is FORGIVENESS. Monnye grew up in a losing Christian home. Her parents encouraged her and her siblings to always do their best, show respect to others and always demonstrate FORGIVENESS when an offense occurred. Ms. Brown believes that "life is too short to live with hate and misunderstanding" in one's heart. She feels that FORGIVE- NESS is a Christian virtue that everyone should experience in his or her life. She relates that even "psychologists have said that to harbor negative thoughts is bad for mental and physical health." In utilizing the charac- ter trait of FORGIVENESS she says, that "It is important to un- derstand why people behave as they do." And she adds, "This is the key to settling many dif- ferences. Taking time to think a situation over and asking for God's help with and through it (Continued to Page Sixteen) City Inducts Four Residents Into Trenton Hall Of Fame B\ Cindy Jo Ayers The Trenton Cit' Corn- mission began their March. 6, 2006 meeting by honoring four past and current citizens of the city. The, honorees include the late Virginia Lancaster, Lorene Hogan, Ted Henley, and the late John Calvin Morse. Howell Lancaster and family attended the meeting to except the award for his mother, the late. Virginia Deen Lancaster. Mrs. Lancaster is remembered fondly as "Miss Virginia" by many longtime residents of this county. She was born August 5, 1918 in Okeechobee, Florida and her parents were Edward Deen and Frankie Pittman Deen. She moved to Trenton at the age of six along. with her parents and two sisters Helen Deen Scott and Lois Deen Flowers. Miss Virginia married Howell Lancaster, Sr. and they had four children, Linda Lancaster Parrish, Charlotte Lancaster who died a few days after birth,, Margaret Deen Lancaster who was killed in a car accident when she was twenty-three years old, and Howell E. Lancaster, Jr. Miss Virginia was devoted to her family which included three grandchildren, Deen Lancaster, Trip Lancaster, and Doug Parrish. She was a devoted member of First Baptist Church and for many years spent much of her time volunteering to help those who needed her assistance in this community. The Lancaster family accepted the award for the late Virginia Lancaster as she was inducted into the Trenton Hall of Fame. Shown from left are Mr. and Mrs. Howell Lancaster, Mr. and Mrs. Deen Lancaster and City Commissioner W.O. Clifton. Major, Matthew, and Mariah Lancaster are pictured on the front row. Her son, Howell Lancaster, said that if his mother were still alive she. would be truly honored by this award because she truly loved her town and its citizens. Mrs. Lorene Hogan was born in Madison, Florida and her parents were Sylvester and Cora Davis. They moved to Trenton and she attended John Morse High School and graduated. She worked for Judge E. M. Akins for a number of years and later Mrs. Margie Henley is shown with her husband, Ted Henly, who was inducted into the Trenton Hall of Fame on Monday evening. Mayor Pete Randolph is shown on the right. Mrs. Henley also accepted the plaque for the late John Calvin Morse. * ' Mrs. Lorene Hogan is shown with Johnathan Kincaid after she received he- Hall of Fame plaque. married Willie (Bill) Hogan in 1956. She attended Florida A&M College for two years and then started her family. The Hogans were blessed with eight children. The Gilchrist County School System employed her for some 27 years. During the years she worked as'a P.E. Aide and she influenced many children at Trenton Elementary with her encouraging manner. She was always concerned about the childreri's welfare and took time to talk to them. During these conversations she would always find a way to encourage her students. Mr. Ted Henley was born and raised in Trenton. He has been married to Marjorie Henley for 45 years. The Henley's have four children, Steven, Tangela, Juan and Andre. Mr. Ted served our country in the Marine Corps for six years. He is still very active in the Marine Corp League where he serves as (Continued to Page Sixteen) I SRWMD Withdraws Intent To Buy Hart Springs At This Time Monnye Brown Is Character Council Personality For March F~-:~t;~- argiw It v %-IHI TNYJ Katie Quincey Exhibits Grand Champion Heifer At Suwannee River Fair By Cindy Jo Ayers Katie Quincey, 14, of Trenton Middle FFA exhibited her 1245 pound heifer in the Suwannee River Fair's Second Annual Heifer Show. The show was held on Saturday night and Katie's heifer walked away with the grand champion award. This is .Katie's second year showing a heifer at the fair. Her exhibit whose name is Exar Winnie is 20 months old and is a black angus. Katie said that from time to time Exar has tested her patience; this heifer has head butted and kicked her several times. Katie said, "She may be a grand champion but she is definitely not Miss Congeniality." Katie's father Steven Hines said that once the heifer is shown again in April at the Junior Angus Show it will be put in the pasture on the family farm which is located in the northeast part of Gilchrist County. Katie Quincey is not only gaining valuable experience ,showing heifers but she is also building her herd. She has shown and sold pigs at the Suwannee River Fair for several years and with those fair proceeds she is building her own herd of heifers/cows. At this time she has seven cows in her name and with each new calf her herd will grow. Exar Winnie will join this herd when she retires from the show ring. Exar was purchased from Express Ranch in Oklahoma over a year ago. Fortunately for Katie, Express Ranch has a scholarship plan: for students who win with their cattle. She will receive a. $500.00 scholarship toward her college education from Express Ranch, Katie Quincey. is the daughter of Steven and Kimberly Hines. Cory Jerrels of Kountry Kids 4-H in Levy County exhibited the Reserve Champion Heifer. Cory is the son of Benny and Brenda Jerrels of Bronson. - Soinie :38 heifers were entered in this year's show which was held March 4, at the fair grounds in Fanning Springs. Mrs. Jean Jones who is the Chairman ,of the Heifer Show said, "The show went well, it was a good show, we are all pleased." Heifer Showmanship awards went to nine deserving shovmian. The Senior Division Showmanship winners in- cluded Jaime Spivey of Bronson FFA who placed first, Johnathan Hatch of Double Sink 4-H Levy County placed second, and Daniel Crivaro of Bronson FFA placed third. The intermediate Division Showmanship winners in- cluded Cory Jerrels of Kountry Kids 4-H in Levy County who placed first, BriannaBishop of Flatwoods. Friends 4-H in Gilchrist County who placed second, and Josh Rose of Wilcox 4-H who placed third. The Junior Division Show- manship winners included Erin Jones of Wilcox 4-H in Gilchrist County who placed first, Tyler Beauchamp of Kountry Kids 4-H in Levy County who placed second, and Brandalyn Bishop of Flatwoods Friends in Gilchrist County placed third. The 2006 heifer show was judged by Richard Meadows of Dothan, Alabama. Congratulations to all the winners, you have a lot .to be very proud of. Beast Feast Raffle Tickets On Sale Now at the Gilchrist County Journal 207 North Main Street Trenton The show's Grand Champion Heifer belongs to Katie Quinceyt of Trenton Middle FFA. Katie showed two heifers and was very pleased with is 1,245 pound heifer. . Fair Schedule Friday, March 10 Poultry Show 9 a.m. Cloverbud Rabbit Show 4:30 p.m. Rabbit Show 6:30 Saturday, March 11 Dairy Judging 3:00 p.m. Livestock Judging 1:00 p.m. Steer Showmaiship 5:00 p.m. Monday, March 13 Swine Show 8:30 Dairy Cattle and Goat Show 2:30 Tuesday, March 14 Feeder Steer Show 8:30- Market Steer Show 1:30 Awards 7:30 Wednesday March 15 Sale 0:30 SBuyers Luncheon 1:30 Senior Heifer Showmanship winners were, from left, Daniel Crivaro of Bronson FFA, place; Johnatlin Hatch of Double Sink 4-H, second place; and Jaime Spic~ / of Bronson first place. "''' '' :- i .rinqdo g. r a''ojo rn If ,. a third FE4. The winners in the Intermediate Showmanship competition were, from left, third place, Josh Rose of Trenton; second place, Briana Bishop of Trenton; and first place, Corey Jerrels of Bronson. The winners in the Jr. Showmanship competition were,from left, third place, Brandalyn Bishop of Trenton; second place, Tyler Beauchamp of Bronson; and first place, Erin Jones of Trenton. Judge Richard Meadows presented each with their plaque. Federal Money Available To Feed Florida's Low Income Children Federal funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is available to Florida faith-based and community sponsors to operate feeding programs for low-income children this summer. The federal funds kill reimburse organizations that operate the USDA Summer Food Service Program. for Children. When school lunchrooms close for the summer, a significant number of children in low- income Florida communities could be at risk of hunger or poor nutrition because free and reduced price school meals are not available. USDA's Summer Food Program is designed to bridge this summer nutrition gap. It reimburses organizations for serving free, nutritious .breakfasts, lunches or snacks to Children in eligible' low-income areas. However, the. program continues to be under-utilized, largely due to a lack of willing operators and feeding sites. Last tear S.067.535 free meals were served to low income Florida children at a USDA summer food program. Yet the number of free and reduced price school lunches that Florida children ate during the school year was 178,176,51-1 In Florida the Summer Food Program is administered b, the; Department, of Education. To operate the program this. summer, organizations should contact this state agencN as soon as possible to attend one of the required training being held on the following dates: February 21, February 22-23, February 27-28, February 28, March 2-3, and March 7-8, 2006. Applications and sponsor information may be obtained from the Child Nutrition Programs, 325 W. Gaines Street, Room 1122, Tallahas.ee. FL 32399-040. The contact person is Nlichelle Morris at (850) 245-9262, or she can be reached by email at michelle.morris@fldoe.org. AARP Volunteers Helping With Taxes' SDid you know,,you-could, get your taxes done right free of charge? Well you can by going to the Gilchrist Public Library on Monday from 1:00 p,m. to 5:00 p.m. and you do not need to make an appointment. It will be on a first come, first served basis 'from now on. This Free service is provided .by the IRS and AARP Foundation with trained and certified volunteers from the community. These volunteers have graciously donated their time to help the young and mature take some of the anxiety out of doing their taxes. They can help with basic filing of easy taxes; they are not able to do business or complex taxes. So come to the. Gilchrist Public Library on Mondays from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and have your. taxes done right for free. You do not have to be a member of' AARP. All ages and income levels can take advantage of the service. Additional sites are located in Chiefland, Cross City, Stein- hatchee and Perry at the librar- ies. Call the local library for information. Speed Champions from the Suwannee River Fair Horse Show. are pictured above. They are Reserve Champion Heather Poole of Trenton on left and Grand Champion Arielle Shirley of Morriston on right. The horse show was held last Saturday, March 3, at thefair grounds in Fanning Springs. Florida Crackers Chapter Of Florida Trail Association Schedules Ilarch Activities Spring is in the air and what better time is there to get outdoors and enjoy the hiking trails in Florida? The Florida Trail Association iniites. you to join in our programs and activities. Please contact the activity leader listed below prior to any event in case there is a change in the time or location. Eah ,Thursday morning in March we will be hiking in, Alachua County. We meet at 8:50 a.m. and hike about six miles .on various trails near Gainesville. Bring water and a snack. Public welcome. Please contact activity leader Dot Mdrrison at.(352)377-7537 or e-mail dotlesslou@aol.com for location and details of each week's hike. On Sunday, March 12, we, \%ll meet at Ravine Gardens State Park in Palatka for a hike and hay ride.. We will' meet inside the park for: a hay ride through the ravine' and then take a leisurely .hike through the park with thousands of azaleas in bloom, plus camellias, dogwoods, chickasaw plum, ferns, etc. Two suspension bridges .make for interesting hiking. Call leader Rosalie McGrath at (352) 473-3334 for meeting time and. more info. The monthly chapter meeting for March has been cancelled. SC t Real Estate Signs (386) 935-0679 Magnetic Signs 935-0679 Gilchrist Title A Security Title Compan (352-463-6403) Gregory V. Beauchamp Douglas K. McKoy Services Closings Title Insurance Public Record Searches * Fast and Friendly Service 302 North Main Street Trenton, Florida "NEED A FENCE OF ANY KIND CALL DANNY ANYTIlME." Barb IfireI lovein Ii'r Chain Liink:* Board Danny Hodge (352) 463-1832'-- iobile(352) 493-5345, 4110 S.\\. 25th Street -- Bell, Florida Akins Heating & AC, Inc. 5120 N.W. 5th Street Bell, Florida 32619 352-463-2380 Servicing All Makes & Models Specializing in High Efficiency Units * Indoor Air Quality Products * Call us today to ask about an additional power company rebate of up to $350 saALJ.UOX. .m License#CAC1813540 ....A LENNO copr us ..comarerhem.. -er- N.CO. U U U Pole Barns Installed Complete $1,79500 Total L3247t2-34 A BROWN *7mcc s' * Fill Dirt *Demolition *Limerock *Driveways *Top Soil *Culverts (352) 463-2289 Home Cell (352) 538-0074 . MEE EMMM I I I THURSDAY, MARCH' 0, 2006 I GILC.(HRISCT COU NTY JOU RNAL Pan Two i J.Jltl.. AI, J .J- YIAJ.AI.r'X I JIx 7,x % -I T j Y. T. -T/P g T Gilchrist County Journal USPS-218-620 PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY' IN GILCHRIST COUNTY, 207 N. MAIN TRENTON, FLORIDA Less than 75% advertising We reserve the right to shorten articles, letters, etc. and.delete any part or leave out in its entirety if we judge such to be offensive. SUBSCRIPTION RATES $20.00 AYear In Tri-County Area $24.00 All Other Areas In Florida $28 Out Of State JOHN MIN AYERS II EDITOR, PUBLISHER AND OWNER Cindy Jo and Carrie Ayers, Glen Thigpen, Mark Schuler, Judi Bishop, Kathy Hilliard & Chris Rogers ASSISTANTS Entered as Periodicals at the Post Office at Trenton, Florida, under the act of March 3, 1879; POSTMASTER Please Send Address Change To: Gilchrist County Journal, 207 N. Main Street, Trenton, Florida 32693 John's Comments By John M. Ayers The longer and warmer days have caused me to break a little dirt and plant Cindy Jo and Ia small garden plot. Back in early February I began to prepare my ground for the planting 'of a few red potatoes. We really enjoy eating the fresh green beans and new potatoes in April. SCindy.Jo and I enjoy eating fresh asparagus, so I :finally decided that I would try my hand at growing some of these sprouts. As I looked into the involvement of producing asparagus, I found out that there is a.lot more detail to producing asparagus than planting squash or green beans. I planted eight sprouts of Martha Washington asparagus in February and I was amazed last week when one of the hills had a sprout shooting out the top of it. The warm weather and the vast amount of rain that I have been producing from the spigot to the sprinkler, is beginning to make a difference in the garden. Until recently I was about to plant my tomato plants and. some of my other more tender plants, but the chance of frost keeps me from wanting to possibly plant these all over again. My brother-in-law has often told me that I should ha% e been a farmer, because I like to ride the tractor, till the ground, and play around clearing the woods and .planting' food plots for wildlife. He is right. I do enjoy workingg in the dirt. but the big difference is that I am not left hungry if something destroys the crop. For the most part I enjoy the outdoors. Whether it is fishing. gardening or just mowing the grass, I can get outdoors and get away from the phone and enjoy whatever the task is before me. And so my fellow Americans: ask not what your country can do for you ask what you can do for your country. My fellow citizens of the world: ask not. what America will do for you, but What together we can do for the freedom of man. --John F. Kennedy Date High I Low, High 1.Low1 High Thu 10.088 ft. 2.020ft. 1.790 ft. 2.648 ft. Mar 9. 06 15:07 AM 12:14 PM 4:18 PM 9:55 PM Fri i-0 063 It 2 22o- It. I 471. It 2 787 It Mar 10 06 6 02 AMNI 12 37 PM 5 36 Pl 1 11 09 PN I Sat -0 168 It 2412 tt 1 110 It Mar 11, 06 6 -2 AM 12 58 PN 6 26 PNM Sun 2.931 ft. -0.201 ft. 2.590 ft. 0.772ft. Mar 12, 06 12:02 AM 7:13 AM 1:18 PM 7:06 PM Mon 3.022 ft. -0.164 ft. 2.754 ft. 0.474 ft. Mar 13, 06 12.46 AN17-7 40 AM 1-37 PM 741 PMhI Tue 3.050 It.. 068 t 2 90I 1 It U 221 it Mar 14,06 1:24 AM 8:04 AM 1:56 PM 8:14 PM Wed 3.022 ft. 0.071 ft. 3.033 ft. 0.015 ft. Mar 15, 06 2:00 AM 8:28 AM 2:15 PM 8:45 PM Apogee: 3/12 9:00 PM Full Moon: 3/14 6:37 PM Streetwise By Lauren Rudd A year ago I discussed FedEx in light of being an excellent paradigm.of a company with little hype and solid fundamental value. Back then FedEx's share price.was $97.16. My earnings, estimate for the company's 2005 fiscal year, which ended on May 31, was $4.80 per share, with a projected 12 month share price of $109 Actual earnings came in at $4.78 and the stock is trading at $109 for a capital gain of 12.2 percent, plus a dividend yield of 0.20 percent. Given the performance of Wall Street during the past '12months. that is a reasonable return. So, where do we go from here? Is FedEx still a viable investment and can we look forward to comparable returns over the next 12 months?. To answer that question we need to -once again analyze the company's fundamentals. Let's start with the company 's guidance going forwTard. FedEx expects to show third quarter earnings of between $1.15 and $1.30 per diluted .share, while already having. earned $2.78 per share so far this: year. FedEx has also increased its guidance .for FY 2006 to between $5.45 and $5.70 per share. Mean\ while. 16 of the Street's analysts follow\ the company) and their consensus for FY 2006 is $5.79 per share. Unfortunately, the consensus has been wrong in two of the past fie quarters. No, there is no easy answer. Predictions are always hard, especially when they are about the future. You could sit down and scrutinize FedEx's9 lOTand 100 reports and develop )our own forecast While that is the best method, it is time consuming and requires some accounting expertise. So, let's take a short- cut and look at the company's intrinsic.value, which we will calculate in two different ways. Intrinsic value is not an estimated share price Supply and demand determines share price in the short-term, while actual financial performance is the determining factor in the long- run. Intrinsic value is simply an estimate of a company's worth at. a point in time, based on certain input parameters.. It is also a reasonable indicator of what we might expect in the way of share price performance over the next YOUR FIRE ANT PROBLEMS CAN'T BE SOLVED WITH TEMPORARY FIXES. Springtime, is right around the corner. Call us today to schedule your TopChoice application. Q* S * 352-463-2469 "'rs "*aI f' in So-'"ce + t8choice Ii,,r ant conltrol. )nce. Anld broinl. We had a big ol' fat stinky deal at our house last week. At the ripe old age of nearly 50 John and I thought we had about experienced it all when low and behold last week we had a Whole ner experience. On Wednesday morning as John- was walking out of the house into the garage he noticed that our 10-year-old German Shepherd named Bow, was locked up in a point. In a split second John realized that Bow had sighted a black furry animal. Needless to say John made a hasty dash:for the ard. (I gotta tell you I' would ha% e liked to ha\e been fly on the wall that morning). As John made his exit he .elled at BoW to "stop." I think ol' Bow thought he said "go" because he started catching that skunk. Well, poor ol' Bow and that stinks intruder had a real go-around in'our garage. The skunk sprayed the dog and garage about three times before Bow got the best of him. When the dust cleared ol' Bow was standing on the concrete pad just outside the garage with the dead skunk hanging in his mouth. Man, do we have one very' year or two. .The first' model uses. a discounted earnings approach. which means it calculates the present \alue of earnings going forward, assuming a certain growth iate. 14.5 percent in this case, and a discount rate of 11 percent, which h is the average return on the S&P 500. After 10 years the grow th rate is lowered to 6 percent and the discount rate is raised to 12 percent. The answer is $179 per share. A second approach, and one that finds greater favor among both professional investors and the purists of the academic fHo\ model This model Melds an intrinsic value of $131 per share. Although the latter is a' somewhat more conservative approach, both models, indicate that FedEx's shares still have plenty of delivery power going forward. (Both models can be found on RuddReport.com, I Finally, my FY 2006 earnings estimate for FedEx, done ,the hard way, is $5.72 per share. Historically, the- shares trade at about 22. times' earnings. Therefore, in the next 6 to 12 .months the shares could easily be trading at about $126 per share. You can write to financial columnist Lauren Rudd at 5 Gulf Manor Drive, Venice, Fl. 34285 or email at LVERudd@aol.com. Prior columns are available at RuddReport.com. Lottery Numbers Wednesday March 1 Lotto Drawing: 2-7-13-36-3- 45 One winner of the $15 million jackpot. 5-Digit Winners: 79 at $5,698 4-Digit Winners 5,397 at $67.50 3-Digit Winners: 109,370 at $4.50 Play 4 Drawing: 9-1-7-7 Cash 3 Drawing: 3-3-2 Saturday, March 4 Lotto Drawing: 11-17-20-27-35-38 One winner of the $21 million jackpot. 5-Digit Winners: 153 at $4,095.50 4-Digit Winners: 7,816 at $65 3-Digit Winners: 156,466'at $4.50 Play 4 Drawing: 8-2-8-2 Cash 3 Drawing: 5-4-0 stinky garage and dog. My . mother suggested that we wash the dog in tomato juice, which we did, twice, the second washing helped some. The garage, on the other hand,' still smells pretty bad. Anyone out there who has a remedy for skunk smell on.and in a concrete floor and sheetrock/hard coated walls please let me know, our phone is 463-7135. Believe me, we could use some good.tips about now.- I just thought I wouldd share this joke that a friend sent us at the Journal. \\e all thought it. "as pretty) funny. Gandmia It Court '-.,La\\\ers should never ask a Southern grandma a: question if they .aren't prepared for the answer. Ina. trial, a Southern small-tov, n prosecuting attorney% called' his first witness, a grandmotherl\, elderly \'oman to the stand. He approached her and asked, "'Mrs. Jones, do you know me?" She responded,. "'Wh\. yes, I do know you. Mr. Williams.-," I'\e kno\\n you. since you, were a young boy, and frankly, you've been a big disappointment to me. You lie, you cheat on \our \\ife. and you manipulate people and talk about them behind their backs. You think you're a big shot when you haver'.t the brains,to realize you never will amount to anything more than a two-bit paper pusher. Yes. I kno~ \ou." The lawyer: \as stunned! Not knowing what else to do, he pointed across the room and asked. "Mrs. Jones, do you know the defense attorney? " She again replied. "Why, yes,, I do, I've known Mr: Bradley since he was a youngster, too. He's lazy, bigoted, and he has a drinking problem. He can't build a normal relationship \ ith ip'ad his:h'*lrace is one of the \worst in the entire state, not to mention he cheated on his wife with three different women. One of them was your wife. Yes, I know him." The defense attorney almost died. The judge asked both counselors to approach the' bench, and in a very quiet voice, said, -If either of you asks her if she knows me, I'll thro\\ you in jail for contempt." 2 cups pretzels, crushed 3/4 cup butter, melted 1 cup plus 4 tablespoons sugar, divided 1-8 ounce package cream cheese, softened 1-8 ounce container frozen whipped topping, thawed 1 -6 ounce package stra" berr. gelatin aka Jell-o~' '2 cups boiling water 1-16 ounce package of frozen strawberries or 2 cups fresh' strawberries sliced Combine crushed pretzels. butter and 4 tablespoons sugar. Press, into bottom of a 9\13 baking dish and bake in a preheated 325 degree oven for 8 minutes. Cool completely! Combine cream cheese and. remaining sugar and beat until light and fluff). Fold whipped topping into cream cheese mixture. Spread over cooled crust, cover and refrigerate. Dissol e gelatin in boiling aater and add strawberries. Refrigerate until thickened. Pour over cream cheese mixture. and refrigerate until set. A Letter To The Editor Thanks for addressing im- portant issues in the last couple papers! The Agricultural zoning class allows many diverse activities. People who buy into those iso- lated,' rural subdividions v. ith agricultural neighbors need to remember that us country folks do lots of things and they.might rather live in town. Thepurpose of keeping resi- dential zoning close to to. n is precisely the reason residents near the hunting business on 138 need to remember they are the ones out of place, not the Hunt- ing land. Jean Wonser Rural Trenton resident A Letter To The Editor My. son, Tyrese Jackson, is currently attending Mrs. Christy and Ms. Meagan new school readiness class .at Trenton ElementarN. The program is doing xell considering my son never wants to leave. He has come home and shown me things I didn't think he knew, from the extreme of recognizing numbers to the simplicity of sharing and making new\ friends. His teachers are so concerned and obser ant; they always make sure they let me know anN thing that has happened that day; T\rese seems to lo\e and adore his teachers and has ne'er said a bad thing about them. Each time I enter the class the atmosphere is positive and if not both, one of them % ill be interacting with the children. In conclusion, I feel he is in a great.program, with two great teachers. My son seems to be getting a 6lt of good and helpful knowledge for his future. Tasia Brown SRWMD Withdraws Offer To Purchase Hart Springs From Gilchrist County (Continued trom Page One) Suwannee River Wilderness Trail. Scarborough pointed out that the district would be in touch with the county in regards to the future development of the trail and Hart Springs. I'm proud to be an American, Where at least I know I'm free. I won't forget the men who died, who gave that right to me. SI'll proudly stand up next to him to defend her still today. Cuz there ain't no doubt I love this land. God -bless the USA. (From the song "Proud to be 'an American") --Lee Greenwood The Value Of Taking A Drink (Kent Heaton) Alcohol has always been a demon that plagues man with its sparkle and alluring appeal to the desires of the flesh. Noah planted a vineyard and "drank of the wine and was drunk, and became uncovered in his tent" (Genesis 9:21). The children of Israel did not take long to fall head-long into licentiousness at Mt. Sinai with their debauchery (Exodus 32). King David tried to cover his own sin with Bathsheba' by bringing Uriah home from the war and getting him drunk; supposing Uriah would go home and sleep. with Bathsheba (2 Samuel 11:12,13). David sinned when he got Uriah drunk (Habakkuk 2:15). King Elah was killed by Zimri because he was drunk (1 Kings 16:8,10). Countless lives have been destroyed because of alcohol. The Lord said in Proverbs 20:1 "Wine is a mocker, intoxicating drink arouses brawling, and whoever, is led astray by it is not wise." Alcohol has an appeal that is only a veneer hiding pain and sorrow. The wise man suggested that those Who linger at the wine are not wise. Drinking wine and intoxicating drink is stupid. The value of drinking means a person has become very dull in their minds, insensible, senseless and wanting in understanding. King Lemuel's mother instructed him that drinking is not for kings nor princes "lest they drink and forget the law, and pervert the justice of all the afflicted" (Proverbs 31:4,5). If you want to die drink (Proverbs 31:6,7). The value of drinking is found in the pleasure afterwards. "So says Jehovah of Hosts, the God of Israel: Drink and be drunk, and vomit, and fall, and rise no more ... Make him drunk ... wallow in his vomit" (Jeremiah 25:27; 48:26). Sounds exciting don't it,? That is a wonderful picture of a Christian seeking to let Christ shine in their life. The character of a child of God does not fit with drinking. We are commanded to "not be drunk with wine, in which is excess, but be filled with the Spirit" (Ephesians 5:18). Christians who drink grieve the Holy Spirit (and you really do not want to grieve the Holy Spirit - Ephesians 4:30). Some Christians defend "social drinking" on the basis that the Lord condemns drunkenness and as long as they do not get drunk, they are pleasing God. Drunkenness is a sin and condemned by God (Galatians 5:21; 1 Corinthians 5:1; Romans 13:13). Taking a drink of alcohol is not sinful as it can be used for the "stomach's sake" (1 Timothy 5:23). Social drinking is not medicinal; it's social. The reasons given for social drinking will also apply to social fornication better known as "petting." As long as I do not commit the act of fornication, I can do whatever I want? God forbid! "For let fornication and all uncleanness or covetousness not be once named among you, as becomes saints ... no fornicator, or unclean person, or covetous one (who is an idolater), has any inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and of God" (Ephesians 5:3-5). The value of drinking is rooted in the desires, of the flesh and these desires make one an enemy of God (1 John 2:15-17). "They who are in the flesh cannot please God" (Romans 8:8). Christians walk in such a manner to "please God" (1 Thessalonians 4:1). The soul that lingers long at the wine, going in search of mixed wine when it is red and sparkles in the cup will only find the bite of the serpent, the sting of the viper among many woes, sorrows, contentions, complaints and wounds without cause (Proverbs 23:29-35). It is hard enough to fight sin sober; why do you compromise your soul? GILCHRIST REMEMBERS WHEN . C4iOO*KiI*NGl By Cindy Jo Ayers In 1975 the Journal ran this photo of Bob Absher with his first buck, an eight-point. Bob said that he had been hunting several times but never shot any game. He was very proud of his kill and said lie received his training at Camp Dead Eye in Dixie County. There were 25 members in the hunting part with Bob aund they were all proud of him. Trenton Church of Christ 463-3793 502 Northeast 7th Street Trenton, Florida 32693 Please Visit www.trentonchurchofchrist.com Email kerux@bellsouth.net _ -_I I I Page Three TPTI~oqnAY X4APCT4 0 2006nf C-rTT ,CT4R T.ST COT JNTY JOURNAL T ra gu6 i VU(T IHRIT I I NYL x %10. %N. THDA MAR4H 2006 Thomas and Alma Hodge ~~L7 6 totX'uv Thomas and Alma Hodge would like to invite friends and family to their home to celebrate 50 years of unconditional love. Come join. us on March 1-1, 2006 for pic and cake at noon. For formation call 472-262 Family Hair Saloi For Every Man, Woman & Child M FM 16 16 - Ginger Engel Owner/Operaror Catherine Vega, PA-C Pediatrics James F. Ivey, MD Board Certified Family Practice * Complete Primary Care Well-Baby Exams Diagnostic X-rays Minor Trauma Case Management * Hearing and Vision Testing Socials I-Happy Birthday wishes tc Lynn Jordan, Richard Dickerson. Veta Washington Spralding, Jor- dan Hagan, Sara Huber, Andrew Davis, Samantha Davis, Breni Wilkerson, Raymond Jordan, Dorothy Pearson, Melissa Mar- tin, and Barry Hilliard on March 9; to Grant Dasher, Jean Koltz, and Allen Martin on March 10; to Marie Hayden,. Jewell Lee, Renee Summers, .Dan Graves, Joyce Sutton, and Bessie Bell on March 11; to Briana McDaniels, Daniel Barnes, Alyssa Mathis, and Benjamin O'Donnell on March 12; to David Hunt, Sandy -Castor, Deone Brow n. and Cind\ Wiggins on March 13;. to Renae Layfield, Danielle Witherspoon, Houston McKenzie, and Win- ston Moore on March 14; and to Terrell Langford, Austin Koltz, Marc Antoni, Core\ Thornton, and Jon Bischoffon March 15. Happy Anniversary wishes to Lloyd and Mercedes Flores, Saturday. and John and Barbara Rowe on :nic lunch: March 10; to Mr. and Mrs. Burvl r more in- Johnson on March 11; to Mr. and 22. Mrs. Bill Peterson and Bill and S' Ruth Howard on March 12: to SMr. and Mrs. Willie Brown on SMarch 13; and to Mr. and Mrs. SDavid Sholtes on March 14. r Ni By appt. and walk-ins welcome Mon. 9-4; Tue.-Fri. 9-6; Sat. 10-3 105 E. Rodgers Blvd. (Between Chiefland Farm Supply & Ralphs Burgerhousel FENCING - ALL TYPES 4-Board 60' Round Horse Training Pen lo Including Labor, Material and One Gate .? E Field Fence $2.49/ft. (00'Min.) Completely Installed, Including Labor & Material Wood Chainlink* Field & Barbwire Also Repairs & Free Esrimates Locally Owned Licensed & Insured Carlisle Fence Enterprises, LLC Bell, Florida Marriage Applications Filed In Gilchrist County SBrantle\ Studstill Jr., date of birth. 8/23/74, and Jody Elea- nor Starling. date of birth. 6/7/ 70. both of Bronson. Florida. William Cord Goold. date of birth. 9/9/69 and Mary Ann Ficht. date of birth. 9/9/77. both of Chiefland. Florida. Dusty De'\ayne Trail. date of birth. 11/10/76 and Cas- sandra Mercedes Cabrera. date of birth, 6/29/80. both of Bran- ford, Florida. Deborah Weyer, MD Board Certified Pediatrics -,M Curtis Kirby, PA-C Family Practice Internal Medicine Suwannee Valley Players Present The Nerd March 9-12 And 17-19 Suwannee Valley Players will present The Nerd, a comedy .in two acts by Larry Shue. Performances: will be ,held March 9-12 and 17-19, 2006 at the Chief Theater, 25 E. Park, Avenue in Chiefland. The show times are Friday and Saturday, at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday at 2: 30 p.m. Student/Srs..Night will be held on. Thursday., March 9 only, at 8:00 p.m. E-mail 'SVPla ers@aol.com or call 352- 493-ARTS for more information and ticket prices. Marriages Filed In Gilchrist County Sha\ n William Gabel. date of birth. 5/26/74 and Lori Irene Aguirre. date of birth. 9/17/79, both ofChiefland, Florida. were married in Fanning Springs. Florida on February 25. 2006 by Pastor Alpheus Atkins. : S RWMD Governing Board To Meet March 14 On Tuesday. March 14th. the Suwannee Riler Water Management District's Go- erning Board will meet at 9.00 a.m. a1 District Headquar- ters. High\\aN 49 and 90 East in Li\e Oak. The meeting is to consider District business and conduct public hearings on regulatory and land acquisition matters. A workshop p wnil follow the Go% earning Board meeting. All meetings. workshops. and hearings are open to the public. Forgiveness is the final form of love. -Reinhold Niebuhr 'r Restaurant, Catering Service & Cake. SDaily Blueplate Special S .l(MAoniay Friday, while they ~ CallAhead II'indowi Pickip .-AIv S3. 2-~-O 1 lo Men,,-' 1122 East Wade Street Wed & Th Trenton, Florida 32693 Fri & COMING SOON -- BREAKFAST s Iallalable -$6.50: ast) ,ilable - 10 30, M) 3 iur-s 10 930 & Satl1 10 17 "SA VE MONEY? WITH ALLSTA TE?" CALL ME. YOU MAY BE SURPRISED AT HOW AFFORDABLE ALLSTATE COVERAGE IS. Djvid S'Ailley Stevei Jni ins STABILE,' IISURAIJCE AGEIJC', irG . 63'0 IlE S3nlu F Bivi Highi Sprin S t 3.2, 1463.1542 'i-rtlCIsInflI nlTm Allstate. H. [i [" i. I : .. rt .., f lr [ i.ulr- -, .". f1 ,i ,~,; Christine Chapman, DO Board Certified Family Practice Physical Exams Vaccinesfor Children ADD & ADHD Evaluations Health Screening HIV Testing * Sliding Fee Office Visits and Pharmacy Employers Please Ask About Our Preferred Employers Program (PEP)! Quality Health Care for the Entire Family 352-463-2374 .ahy guiCeen Mary Smith and Juan Guillen, both of Trenton, are pleased to announce the birth of their .son Lonnie Juan Guillen who was born December 31, 2005 at Shands in Gaines' ille. Lonnie weighed. 8 pounds' even and measured 21 1/4 inches length. His maternal grandparents are Janice and Bobby Smith of Trenton. Lonnie's /paternal grandpar- ents are Delores and Emillonio Loredo Guillen of Me\ico. Remember Our Troops With Gilchrist County resi- dents \\ho are parents, grandpar- ents and other relatives of per- sonnel presently serving in the military, there's a sense of pride. %which cannot be explained. When some of those relatives share ho'\ they feel \when they see a particular name mentioned in the newspaper and know that other people are reading the ari- cle and then pray ing for those in the uniformed sert ices. it is ever so encouraging. So. keep the prayers going forth. for prayer is a powerful thing. Ask our Hea\enly Father to sho\w Him- self strong in their lives. while keeping them safe and helping each one to sta, focused on their job. particularly those ho are in :. a combat zone. We all know that freedom is not free. so the least \\e at home can do is take the time to pray and name each one who is on the list. If you know someone who is active service and his or her name is not mentioned here, please contact the Gilchlris County Journal so their name can be added. Clay ton App., Kathy Arrington. Peter Belanger. Drew Cheatum. Wayne Cheatum. Eddie Coarsey, Robert Dean. Jimmy Fletcher, Jr., Chris Geiger Iraq), Jon Guzman IAfghanistan), .Gary Hilliard, Mark Hilliard,, Steve Hilliard, Joe Hudson. Heather iLangstqn... Rpb., Long.. Katie Lo'ett. Jonathan Luchak. Mi- chael Marquis, David Marquis, Gus Mauldin, Michael Mayo, Evan. McQuistan, T.J. Miller, Mark Milton. Allen Murray. Ste- phen Reed. T.J.'Rush, Matthew. Riordan, Donna Slayton, Donny Slaton. James Sla ton. Jeffrey Solis i lraqi, Justin Twigg (Iraq), Nathan T.wigg. LaShonda White (Iraq),, Wesley Wilson (Iraq), Kyle Worthington. and Daniel Wood (Iraq). Republican Executive Committee To Meet March 14 The Republican E\ecutike Committee Of Gilchrist County will meet on Tuesday, March 14th,.at 7:00 p.m, at the Bell Community Center. All are welcome. Come to this meeting to get informed and ready for this year's election. John Frazier, DC Chiropractic Physician Providing Non-Profit Healthcare for 30 years Pediatrics 463-6292 Lonnie Guillen 2006 Wall and Desk Calendars 4 50% OFF (While Supplies Last) 1 Gilchrist County Journal 4 S207North Main Street Trenton 4 iFltttllesLii-allveS ; es urle ,citllhe T )'o\ ,e... Hi / 1 l'l ve ,',cliiur EelEt a 'c'ci1unaltel i ^ IIEiEIFCINI.jE itlnheky y^^: ^'^ Plfil? pS IHe had;e the new vaccine- TrentonAnimal Hospital 603 North Main Street 'Trenton, Florida (352) 463-7100 Lindsey Land Cleanng Sate Prep, I nc Fill Dirt & Limerock Site Prep & Pad Building Land Clearing Driveways Licensed & Insured 352-463-6125 or 352-535-5731 GILCHRIST COUNTY FOSTER PARENTS ASSOCIATION We the members of the Gilchrist County Foster Parents Association would like to thank the follow- ing for all their help, support, donations and gifts. With your help it was possible to make this year's Christmas a joy to all the children in Gilchrist County care. Fun 4 Kids Ginnie Springs Resort A.W. Powers Sheree Lancaster, PA Best Drugs of Trenton Suwannee Valley Quilt Shoppe Theodore Burt, PA A Gilchrist ( \meris County Journal Thank you, Regina Sheffield GINGER SNIPI I Licensed and Insured Em1 8851 NW115th Street Chiefland, Florida 32626 352-493-1398 1-877-766-2707 Osborn G. Barker Owner Inrsulj.t d .I: :.I-.-. : ir I i. ". uii ,,ri u .Idin r Ca rp.r- Scre-n P.:.:.nrr,,: D .: Pa. Pt ...c-.I Sc.ti.. f c, & tGuni er Hui'n .wr. runi-: S iiiru PF;c.I l : anj Ir, tp- I r Eclc ur'e: SFree Estimates << TRENTON MEDICAL CENTER Quality Health Care, Convenient Location, Serving The Health Care Needs Of Our Community Services Provided: Chronic Disease Management Immunizations Diagnostic Laboratory Minor Surgical Procedures Family Planning ~ Most Insurances Accepted ~ 911 South Main Street Trenton, Florida 32693 Equal Opportunity Provider I IChief land z,-AT Axi H,,j CIH7 Il -' ~I I GILCHRIST T.T COU NTY JOURTRNALT THURSDAY, MARCH 9,20061n Pope FoTnir I r'- Y -I~. ; -~... ..-~ -?!-- Ji *Jel=l"yi~Slys' ;:~t~tis;-~-*1~urrvr ~-ILL .~*~h' mTYIID A, 1YjDc'LiO 9l fl CR--^I- IN J x T- -L Pg F i I CHURCH NEWS The Prayer Path Come experience the "Prayer Path," a labyrinth with 11 stations that will deepen your .walk with God. The stations deal with everything from worry and anxiety to forgiveness to leaving a spiritual legacy. It will be a time of being.in a quiet place and being alone with God. Step out of the chaos of life and let God breathe into you a time of refreshing and renewal, It's designed for pre-teen through adult. It takes about an hourto go through it. Please call ahead to reserve a time slot. The "Prayer Path" will .be held in the fellowship hall behind Hardeetown Baptist Church from March 23rd to 25th from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. each day. You can contact Bobby Warren at Hardeetown Baptist Church at 493-4523. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. til 3:30 p.m. WE WELCOME YOU TO UNION BAPTIST CHURCH (SBO 6259 S.E. 75TH AVENUE NEWBERRY, FL 32669 .UNDAY SCHOOL ...... ....... 9 45 AM MORNING WORSHIP..,..............................i ,11 AM EVENING WORSHIP .................................... 6 PMh WEDNESDAY EVENING SERVICES: ADULT BIBLE STUDY, CHILDREN, & YOUTH ... 7 PM PASTOR. TRAVIS MOODY MINISTER OF YOUTH: ROBBIE BEACH S CHURCH PHONE: 386-472-3845 "WIN THE LOST AND TEACH THE SAVED TO SERVE"' PINE GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH S 1 :16655 N. W. CR-339 Trenton, Florida 32693 t 352-463-2151 u \\ b.pgbcfl.com . Bro. Greg Douglas, Pastor Bro. Rickey Whitley, Minister of Students Charles Brock, Music Director Sunday School/Bible Stud...........................9:15 AM Morning Worship Ser ice..................... 10:30 AM Children's Church ..........;....... ....i... .10:30 AM SEvening W'orship Service:...... :..............6:00 PM Wednesday Night Services: Prayer Meeting, AVA-\NA & Yquth W\'orship.........................:00 M ~ Nursery Provided for All Services ~ YOU ARE WELCOME AT PRISCILLA BAPTIST CHURCH 5509 S.W. County Road 232, Bell, Florida (Bet\ een Bell & Trenton 2.5 miles West of SR 129) t Sunday School..........................10:00AM 4 Morning Worship.................... 11:00AM Evening Worship.......................6:00 PM Wednesday Night Prayer/Youth...7:30 PM Be a part of an exciting time of Worship and Bible Study. Web: www.ForMinistry.com/USFLSOBCOPBCI .. "All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof fbr correction, for instruction in righteousness:"~ 2 Timothy 3:16 Petw ope jfamilp, (turr 4470 N.W. County Road 236 Bell, Florida 32619 S1 Mile West of US-129 - Service Times Pastor: Seri Timeso A iRev. Lynn Wagner 10:00 am Sunday Schoolev. gner 11:00 am Sunday Morning Worship Offie: 6:30 pm Wednesday Bible Study 386-935-4219 "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the'Word was God...And the Word was madeflesh, and dwelt among us..." ~ John 1:1,, 14 Kid's World Pre-School Learning Center, Inc. A private school for your child's early learning years. * NAEYC Accredited Pre-K * School Readiness Program * Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten * CDA Certified Teachers * USDA Food Program * Highscope Curriculum * CPR/First Aid Certified * Ages 2-12 Stop by for a tour of our facility. 4 4 4 Owners/Directors Amy Wesley Woods Holly Wesley Bussard License #C03GI0006 Joppa Church To Have Spring Revival March 12-15 Joppa Baptist Church's Spring Revival begins Sunday March 12th with a covered dish dinner after the morning services. The guest speaker will be Brother Ed Lacy from-Alabama. The revival runs thru Wednesday March 15th. Each evening will begin with dinner at 6:00 p.m followed by services at 7:00 p.m. Everyone has a special invitation to join us and to bring a friend.- Joppa Baptist Church is in Fanning Springs at 7530 N.W. 165th Street. Joyce Holubek. Lighthouse Word Church Celebrates Its 24th Anniversary Lighthouse Word Church will be celebrating its 24th Anni\ersar \\ith a week of exciting events. We are kicking off our Anni\ersar r\eek with a Bar-B-Que Picnic and all the fixins on Sunday, March 19th. following the 10:30 a.m. Ser ice. International E\angelist Keith Hershe., of Mutual Faith Ministries. w ill be ministering at Lighthouse at 7:00 p.m. nightly on Tuesday and Wednesday. March 21st and 22nd. Keith's ministry reaches into virtuallyy ever, continent w ith the Gospel. Keith's wife, Heidi .Hershey, will be speaking at our Ladies Bible Study on Tuesday, March S21st, at 10:30 a.m. You can access more infnnation about Keith and Heidi's minister at w\vw.murualfaith org. On Sunda.. March 26th, SInternational Music Ministers. Shekinahli Glorn. ill be in concert at our 10-30 a.m. and S6:00 p.m. ser. ices. Shekmah Glonry who were recently featured on TBN, minister extensi\elv in Europe and Asia. For more information about Shekinahi Giorf. log onto their website at \wwx.shekinahglory.net. A nursery% will be provided for all ser ices. For further information, please call the church office at 193-1554. The church is located at 2350 NW Highw\ay'Alt 27.' three miles east oifChiefland. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Announces Lent And Easter Events Good Shepherd Lutheran Church has announced .their Lent, Easter, .and Holy Week schedule Vesper services w ill be held March .15th, 22nd. and 29th beginning at 7:00 p.m., each evening. During Holy Week. Palm Sunday, April.' 9th, services begin at 10:30 a m.; April 13th, Nlaund) Thursday, services begin at 7:00- p.m., On Good Friday, April 14th, services begin at 7:00 p.m.. An Easter vigil will be held Saturday. April 15th at 7.00 p.m.. and on Easter Sunday, April 16th, a sunrise service will begin at 7:00 a.m., followed by breakfast at 8:30 a.m. A Bible study will begin at 9:15 a.m. and the Divine Service with Communion will start at 10:30 a.m. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church is located on Highway 19, approximately three miles north of Wal-Mart, next to Dakotah Vineyards. All. are invited for this year's Holy Week services. For more information call 352-493-4597. "'Luck O' The Irish" Dinner To Be Held March 17 At First United Methodist Church Chiefland Everyone's invited to partake in a bit of "Luck O' The Irish." The First United Methodist Church of Chiefland is hosting its annual St. Patrick's Day Dinner on Friday, March 17, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. This is a fund- raiser event for adults and youth who are going on a mission trip to the Dominican Republic, to visit a children's home. The suggested minimum donation is $10 per plate with kids 12 and under free. You may eat at the church or carry out. The menu is corned beef and cabbage, potatoes, carrots, rolls, dessert, and a beverage. Don't forget to wear something green and come out for this time of food and fellowship. To purchase tickets in advance or ask any questions, call the church office at (352) 493-4627. Bell Church Of God To Have Revival Services And Homecoming March 19-24 Guest speaker, Evangelist Duane Pooler, and a Gospel concert with New Horizon, of Boston; Georgia- will be :presenting the. message at Homecoming for Bell Church of God on Sunday. March 19th. The schedule for the day will be Sunday School at 10:00 a.m., morning worshipp at 10:50 a.m., lunch at 12:00 noon, followed by an after lunch concert at approximately 2.00 p m. Then from Monday, March: 20th, through Friday. March- 24th, E'angelist Pooler will be speaking at -Revival. ser ices \which will begin at 7:30 p.m., each evening. Bring your friends and family and join the congregation. Everyone is welcome. Formore' information call 386-935-2006. Bell Church of God is located on US 129 north of Bell. Fanning Springs Community Church To Host IMPACT 2006 March 13-16 IMPACT 2006 is a community) e\ent that \will challenge both youth and adults to become true disciples of Jesus Christ. During each day of IMPACT. students from the Tri-Count) area \\ill be in\oled in community service projects in the area. You will. be challenged each evening as Matt Orth of Crossroads Worldwide shares his passion for Truth, calling us to grow deeper in our relationship with Jesus-Christ. Nightly meetings will be held at 7:00 p.m. Monday, Tuesday. and Thursday, March 13 to 16 at Fanning Springs Community Church.' OnWednesday night March 15th, you will be inspired as contemporary :Christian .recording artist Carl Cartee and his band will be in concert, leading praise and worship at -7:00 p.m.- at Fanning Springs State Park. You don't want to miss this event! Plan now to attend. Be involved! Formore information call Fanning Springs Community Church at 352-463-2602. Revival Meetings To Be Held In Fort White March 19 22 Cornerstone Baptist Church and their pastor. Rev%. Marc Pargo. invite you and your family to their revival meetings scheduled for March 19th to 22nd. The revival meetings till be held at the Fort While Community Center. just past the Re\. Dean Webb, from South S A supper \will be promptly served from 6.00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. For those with children from birth to three %ears of age. a nursery till be provided. For more information call 386-497- 3106. BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH "Committed to living and sharing the message of God's love." Bible Study -9:45 a.m. . Sunday Worship 11 a.m. & 7 p.m. Prayer & Discipleship Wed. 7 p.m. Youth Praise & Worship Wed. 6:30 p.m. -Awana Program Wed. 6:30 p.m. 7070 S.W. CR-334A Trenton, FL 32693 352-463-2028 Pastor e-mail: betheli(t@bellsouth.net Ralph Rodrigue: w nv backtobethel.org U 1. **^ ' Andrew G :dShellyLa t Andlr-lewa Gay1 andll Shelly! Lambl J](Cu/ 6~ fu S e Shell\ M. Lamb of Cross City. and Andre\w James Gay of Tren- ton are pleased to announce their upcoming \wedding date w which will occur on Saturday. March 11. 2006 at three o'clock in the afternoon Shelly is the daughter of Tom- my and Pam Rimes. and Michael Lamb, all of Cross City. Andrew is the son' of Andrew J. and Vicki Gay of Winter Ha- ven. The wedding will take place at the home of Keith and Stacem Tuten in Old Tow\n. A reception \\ill follow the ceremony. All friends and family are welcome to attend. A Trenton United Methodist ChUrch 9:30 am Sunday School - 11:00 am Morning Worship Service 6:00 pm Wednesday Bible Study ANurser' provided 9-12 Sunday AMorning 203 N.E. Second Street. Trenton Office: 463-2877 Rev. H.D. "Hank" Cribb, Sr. -- We Welcome Ybu To Mt. Nebo Baptist Church (BC) S" ',4200 NW:\' CR-340, Bell, FL _32619 (3 miles North ot Bell o:n Hwy.340 West) Sunday School......... ..... .................9:45 am Morning worship ........... ................. 11 am Evening \Worsli p ............ ..... 6pm Wednesday Evening Services: Adult Bible Study, Children, & Youth ;.. 7 pm ,Pastor: Rev. Jimmy Corbin Minister of Youth: Matt Holtsclaw SChurch Phone: 38o-935-3575 "Committed to Reaching People for Christ" t W-Elcomes VOuL "Embracing the Past and Reaching Toward the Funtre." Corner of NE Second St. and Highway 26 in Trenton (Niurserv provided for all services) Sunday School 9:45 AMl (classes-loriall ages) Sunday Morning Worship & Children's Church 11 AM Sunday Night Bible Study 6 PM Wednesday Nights: SAwana- 6:20 PMN Youth Bible Study, Praise & Worship 6:30 PM Adult Bible Study & Prayer 7 PM DYNAMIC MINISTRIES FOR ALL AGES! Call 463-2038for more information or wsj,.fbctrentonfl. og 'ACT 2006 nity Diseipleship Rally John 3:30 Preparing Young People... Reminding Adults... That Jesus calls True Believers Salt and Light! i^ Uh Ikf~ i r uII Featured Speaker h-thJ 6, E MATTORTHof CROSSROADS Worldwide I "Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 7pm 9pm each night CARL CARTEE In Concert Leading Praise & Worship Wednesday 7pm 9pm at Fanning Springs State Park '" Cost .4.00 per person Fanning Springs Community Church 17930 N. W 90ih Court Fanning Springs, Florida 32693 More Info? Call 463-2602 352-463-3555 Corner of Hwy. 129 & S.R. 47, Trenton (Across from Trenton High School) m m I - 2; M 131 -'.SaiS.rc- K.K.WCC*. ~;i~m~;B~'ai~rr~~NN~urUn~-~Y~IYNN~~~YNI I - ~'~eaaepAARRRR~'' GILC.THRISCT COU TNTY JOUT RNAL, Page Five ruP cq Av M A -P rw 2006 'f irs' e artiit Cllurcck it-agel xw RIY TY Blue Springs 4-H News Mr. Vogel On February 19, 2006, the Blue Springs 4-H Club held their monthly meeting at the Trenton Elementary School. The meeting was called to. order by our President; Chris Harding. In old business we talked about how much participation we had at the County Events in January.: Our club leaders had also purchased a giant "Congratulations Blue Springs 4-H Club" cookie from Sam's to congratulate all who participated. In new business we discussed the preparation of our record books and summary sheets for the Suwannee River Fair. When we had adjourned our meeting we had a visit from' Mr. Vogel and his son Charlie, they told us about their trip to Costa Rica while showing us a slide show. We saw many interesting pictures of exotic birds, trees, frogs, monkeys and other things. After Mr. Vogel's visit we had snacks and beverages and Mr. Vogel let us hold some snakes he had. Our next meeting will be held March 25th at the Retirement Horse Farm. Special thanks to our club leaders for the wonderful congratulations cookie and Mr. Vogel and Charlie for taking time to visit us. Special congratulations to all the 4-Hers in Gilchrist County. that participated in County Events. Greatjob everyone! Brittan R McDaniel Reporter Dr. Richard W. Wagner BOARD CERTIFIED OPTOMETRIST 218 N. MAIN STREET (U.S. 19) CHIEFLAND, FL 32626 Same or Next-Day Appointments Available Blue Cross & Blue Shield/PPC and Medicare Provider NEW & PREVIOUS PATIENTS WELCOME a 0 Gilchrist County Community Corner And Calendar THIS WEEK'S EVENTS Thursday, March 9: Trenton Elementary School SAT-10 Tests for Grades 3-5; Drama, 2:45 p.m. Bell Elementary School State Testing for Grades 3-5; Family Reading, 2:45 p.m., Compass Lab. Trenton JV/V Softball vs. Hawthorne, 5:00 p.m., Hawthorne. Bell High Schpol Drama High School Play Rehearsal, 3:15 p.m., Auditorium; JV/V Baseball- vs. Hawthorne, 4:00 p.m., Hawthorne: JV/V Softball vs.. Branford, 4:30 p.m., Branford; FFAAlumni Meeting, 7:00 p.m., Ag Dept. Friday. Maich 10: ALL SCHOOLS End of 3rd Nine Weeks. Trenton Elementary School Make-Up Test for SAT- 10. Bell Elementary School Nlake-Ups for State Testing for Grades 3-5. Trenton JV/V Baseball vs. Lafa'eite Couniy, :4.00 p.m.. Mayo. Bell JROTC State Drill eett. Lakeland: JV/ V' Baseball %s. Branford. 4:00' p.m.. Branford; JV/V Softball vs. Ne\ berrN, 4:30 p.m.. Bell. Saturday, March 11: Trenton Track Meet iTommy Turner Classic at Santa Fe. 9:00 a.m., Alachua. Monday, March 13: ALL SCHOOLS NO SCHOOL SUWANNEE RIVER FAIR. Trenton JV/V Baseball ,s. Nev berr. 4.00 p.m.. Ne\\ berry. Tuesday, March 14: ALL SCHOOLS NO SCHOOL - SUWANNEE RIVER FAIR. Wednesday, March 15: ALL SCHOOLS NO SCHOOL - SUWANNEE RIVER FAIR. Thursday, March 16: ALL SCHOOLS NO SCHOOL - Staff/Professional De.elopment. Trenton V Baseball \s. Oak Hall, FAMILY FASHIONS CLOTHING CONSIGNMENT S,Mn Women Infants.* Children Accessories 'Mdaternrity Wear Plus Sizes Formal Wear !J~ Hours:. -""I [._'' l szi n Hwy-19, Chienflond SHours: (352)l 490-4925 1~ Hwy-i9, Cie. STue.-Fri. 10am-6pm' Approx. 3.5 miles nortr SSal. 10aom-4prn Fax (352) 490-4926 o wav-m rt w w - ,;.~~e scmT u ICI IT CUT _Q__ I THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AND THE GILCHRIST COUNTY COMMISSION ARE SPONSORING: A PROJECT TO COLLECT, RECYCLE, TREAT AND.PROPERLY DISPOSE OF THESE HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTES. -> WANTED Used Oil Oil Filters Gasoline Anti Freeze Batteries Fertilizers Pesticides Insecticides DANGEROUS *If a container leaks, pack it in a larger container with an absorbent material such as cat litter or oil absorbent. *Do not mix different or unknown materials together. *Containers must be labeled. (If you cannot identify the contents then label it unknown.) *Pack the containers in boxes with dividers. Poisons Computers Household Cleaners Fluorescent Lamps Televisions Pool Chemicals Aerosol Cans Paint Thinners NOT WANTED *Explosives such as ammunition, dynamite, and blasting agents. ,Reactives such as crystallized ethers, picric acid, id ,,,.,iur, and phosphorus metals. *Radioactive or infectious wastes. *Pressurized cylinders such as propane or LP gas tanks and compressed gasses: SATU DAY, MATIH NS TH AT 2 LOCATIONS: BELL THE SOLID WASTE TRANSFER AND RECYCLING CENTER 9AM-4PM SR 340 SOLIDWASTE TRANSFER AND RECYCLING CENTER NW10THST. BELL HIGH SCHOOL SR232 TRENTON CITY PARK PICNIC SHELTER 10AM-3PM Call Patrick Fischer at 352-463-3185 for moree information. SR 26 CITY PARK HWY129/,SR339 L .-- ~t __ __now" 4:00 p.m., Gainesville. Friday, March' 17: ALL SCHOOLS NO SCHOOL Teacher Workday. Trenton JV/V Baseball vs. Chiefland, 5:00 p.m., Chiefland. Bell-V Softball Bulldog Invitational, Bell and Branford, TBA, Bell. Saturday, March 18: Bell V Softball Bulldog Invitational, Bell and Branford, TBA, Bell. Monday, March 20: SCHOOL RESUMES. Bell Elementary Ag Literacy Day. Bell High School. CPT Test- ing, 8:30 a.m.; Drama Middle School Play Rehearsal. 3.15 p.m., Auditorium; PTA Meet- ing, 7:00 p.m., Media Center; V Baseball vs. Bronson, 7:00 p.m., Bronson. Tuesday. March 21: Tren- ton Elementar- Ag Literacy Da) : Accelerated Reader. 5:00 p.m.: Drama. 2 45 p.m. Tren- ton MS Softball %s. Ma o, 4:00 p.m.; Mlayo; JV/V Softball vs. Branford, 5:00 p.m.. Trenton: V Baseball %s. Bronson. 7:00 p.m.. Bronson. Bell Drama High School Play Rehearsal. 3: 15 p.m.. Auditorium; V Base- ball vs. Lafayette Counts. 4:00 p.m.. Bell: JV/V Softball vs. Lafaente County. 4:30 p.m.. Bell; JV Baseball vs. Lafa)ette County. 7:00 p.m.. Ma.o. Wednesday, March 22: Bell Elementary School Cil~ War Reenactment for Grade 4. 1:00 p.m.. East Side of BES. Bell Drama Middle School Play Rehearsal. 3:15 p.m., Auditorium; Lake City Com- munity College Financial id Workshop for Seniors. Media SCenter: Track Meet %s Bron- son. 3:30 p.m .Bell. Bell FFA Alunii To Have Monthly Meeting March 9 The Bell FFA Alumni \ill hold their monthly meeting on Thursday. March 9. 2006. -The meeting \%ill begin at 7:00 p.m. at the Bell Ag Building. A covered dish dinner \\ill be served. The alumni \ll provide, the drinks and paper products. All parents. grandparents. past FFA members, and any adults interested in supporting the Bell Ag Program are invited to attend: . .; Linda Brown i.. R-l'her -j ;'lij'i zLvV ., Bell FFA Alumni Having Fund Raiser The Bell FFA Alumni is selling Hybrid Daylilies and Agapanthus to raise funds, in support of our local youth in the FFA. Through this sale our local chapter receives 50 percent of every dollar you spend in the purchase of plants. .Daylilies and Agapanthus are easy to care for and perform well in full sun to partial. shade. This year the alumni has three different items for sale: Edges and Eyes Select Hybrids, which are un-named Metalloid seedlings, have been specially bred and selected to have an extremely, high percentage of eyes and edges. The parents of these hybrids are from the most cutting edge Cultivars that produce these traits. Man\ hase double edges and multi-layered eyes. The prices are less tha.r 20, $5 each; 20-99. $4.50 each; and 100 or more. $4 each. Hybrid Daylilles. unnamed Tretaploid Seedlings, '(which means not registered). are hybridized from the best, and newest Cultivars. Many are better than Culhiars introduced just fi'e Nears ago. Mixed in color, size, and form, the\ pro ide a splash of color at reasonable prices Prices are less than 20. $2.50 each; 20-99. $2.25 each: and 100 or more. $2 each. Agapanthus iLily of the Nilei. are large size plants in fi\e- gallon pots. Huge, eve level, globe shaped blooms range from light sky blue to deep purple. The plants are $15 each. The Alumni and FFA \\ill be taking orders until April 4th. All orders must be pre-paid. If \ou are paying by check, make it payable to Bell FFA Alumni. You may place \our order with an\ FFA member. Alumni member, or Mrs. Jones or Mr. Martin at the Bell Ag Shop. Plants may be picked up April 7th and Sth at the Bell Ag Shop. Linda Bro\\ n. SReporter American Legion Hall Available AMeetihgs Parties J'f'ddings & Receptions :352-463-1501 Enrollment For Nature Coast Middle SSchool Begins The open enrollment period for Nature Coast Middle School officially begins during the month of March, 2006. Nature Coast Middle School, a non-profit, public school sponsored.by- the Levy County School Board, will be located on CR 346,.just north of Chiefland. The school \ ill focus on quality academic preparation for high school, as well as opportunities for technology, arts, service, and leadership education. Approximately 80 students will be enrolled for the 2006-2007 school year. Students in the tri-county community who will be attending grades..6, 7, or 8 for the 2006-2007 school \ear are invited to apply for enrollment. Contact Allison Hord at Suwannee Valley Educational Options. 493-1040. for more information, or visit the school \%ebsite at vw\i \.naturecoa-tmi ddle.com. LCCC Board To Meet MNarch 14 The Lake City Community College District Board of Trustees \%ll meet at 4:00 p.m.. Tuesday March 14. 2006. in the LCCC Board Room. The District Board cf Trustees SBruce E. Thomas, MD Mina Willis, PharmD/PA-C Malcolm Hickox, PA-C Jeffrey I Board Certified/Family Practice Family Practice Family Practice Board Cert Services Provided: Complete Primary Care Chronic Disease Management Physical Ex Well-Baby Exams Immunizations Vaccines for C Diagnostic X-rays Diagnostic Laboratory ADD & ADHD E Minor Trauma Minor Surgical Procedures Health Scree Case Management Family Planning HIV Testii Hearing and Vision Testing Sliding Fee Office Visit, Employers Please Ask About Our Preferred Employers Program (PEP)! Most Insurances Accepted ~ Equal Opportunity Provider Hair Expressions -y by bDebe PN, ,.- FREE. TAN WOMEN, with Hair Cat- Shampoo & Finished Style / ,HiLDLUK N I CUTS Phone 472-1482 8897 SE 66th Circle Trenton, Florida 32693 Monday Friday ~ 10 am 6 Saturday ~ 10 am 3 pm i (Matrix,& Redken) Wolfe Tanning Bed (High Output Bulbs) SPECIALIZING IN COLOR 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE pm Appointments & Walk-Ins Welcome HansPetersen, MD ified/Family Practice :ams children . valuations ening ng s and Pharmacy For Information: 352-463-1100 __ CANYON HOUSE Chinese Restaurant 463-1089 t LUNCH- BUFFET $4.75 with Iced Tea weekdays . Lunch: Mondayr- Friday 11:30 am 2 pm Dinner: Monday Saturday 5 pm -9 pm Water Filtranon Lic c' CFC05 1621 WOLFE PLUMBING, INC. Complete Plumbing Service Drain Cleaning & Repair 7 Days Service 352-463.2202 386-935-0616 Bell Family HealthCare Quality Health Care, Convenient Location, Serving The Health Care Needs Of Our Community -k. '/!a^ 1*' Providing Non-Profit Healthcare 1830 North Main Street Bell, Florida Loc ated i nsid e BellFamil Hea l a w - THURSDAY, MARCH 9, 2006 GILCHRIS T.T COUT NTY JOU RNAL Tn, 0;Si is appointed by the governor and the trustees' term is for a four-year period. Anyone in the college's district may send a nomination to the governor for trustee appointments. LCCC is a two-year commui nity college locally governed and publicly supported. The college serves a five-county disk trict that includes Baker,,Colum+ bia, Dixie, Gilchrist, and UnioA counties. LCCC is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Co- leges and Schools to award the associate degree. A complete agenda will be adallable prior to the meeting. For more information contact the.public information office a' (386)754-4248. This meeting is open to the public. Sigh Ups For Voluntary Pre-K To i Be Held March 10, Sign ups for Voluntary Prej K will be held at the Gilchrisi County Library in Trentoh on Friday, March 10th frorr 9:00 a.m t3:0 p.m. All parents interested in a FREE quality Pre-K prograrn are encouraged .to attend with proof of child's age and proof of Florida residence Please call 877-840-5437 for more information. , 4 T1{U Y MARCH 9.2006 AHR 11 C1R1S C%/-Y T)ITRa P Seven IT'S YOUR SCHOOL -- LET'S GET INVOLVED!! CALENDAR OF EVENTS From March 15 to March 22,2006 Gilchrist County Superintendent's Office 1-800-884-9131 Transportation Office 1-800-833-5702 Date Time Event Place ALL SCHOOLS 3/15 No School Suwannee River Fair 3/16 No School Staff/Professional Development 3/17 No School Teacher Workday 3/20 School Resumes TRENTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3/21 Ag Literacy Day 3/21 5/7 pm Accelerated Reader 3/21 2:45/5:30 pm Drama BELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3/20 Ag Literacy Day Classrooms 3/22 1/2:45 pm Civil War Reenactment for Grade 4 East Side of BES TRENTON MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL 3/16 4pm Baseball (V) vs. Oak Hall Gainesville 3/17 5pm Baseball (JV/V) vs. Chiefland Chiefland 3/21 4pm Softball (MS) vs. Mayo .Mayo 3/21 5pm Softball (JV/V) vs. Branford Softball Field 3/21. 7pm Baseball (V) vs. Bronson Bronson BELL MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL 3/17 TBA Varsity Softball Bulldog Invitational (Bell/Branford) Softball Field 3/18 TBA Varsity Softball Bulldog Invitational (Bell/Branford) Softball Field 3/20 8:30 am CPT Testing 3/20' 3:15/5,pm Drama Middle School Play Rehearsal Auditorium 3/20 7pm PTA Meeting Media Center' 3/20 7 pm Varsity Baseball vs. Bronson Bronson 3/21 3:15/4:30 pm Drama High School Play Rehearsal Auditorium 3/21 4pmi Varsity Baseball vs. Lafayette County Baseball Field 3/21 4:30 pm Softball (JV/V) vs. Lafayette County Softball Field 3/21 -7pm JV Baseball vs. Lafayette County Mayo 3/22 3:15/5 pm Drama Middle School Play Rehearsal Auditorium 3/22 LCCC Financial Aid Workshop for Seniors Media Center 3/22 3:30 pm Track vs. Bronson Track Hunt's Pest Control, Inc. GET RID OF: Cockroaches Waterbugs German Roaches 0 Ants and other Household Pests Leslie Sapp 6 Construction, Inc. 352-463-7589 7239 S.W. 80th Avenue Trenton, Florida 32693 tlsapp@acceleration.net CR-C058431 -- Chiefland 352.493.2565 Williston 352.528.0443 Toll Free: 1-800-735-0686 Located at 12372 N.W. Highway-19 Next to Badcock Home Furnishing in Chiefland The Chamber Corner The Gilchrist Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that the membership has risen to 342 members at this time. The Chamber of Commerce is comprised of businesses and individual members. There is a minimal membership fee of $75 a year for businesses and $30 a year for individuals. The Chamber is here for you to serve you our members as your advertising link, and for local information you will receive in our quarterly newsletters, updated Calendar of Events, and a chance to attend our Chambers mixers where you have the opportunity to meet other Chamber members. The Chamber offers many ways to help support and advertise your business and for more information please contact Maureen at the office by calling 352-463-3467. We would like to welcome and introduce some of our newest Chamber members. Karen E Turner of Woodmen of the World Youth ranger Group. This group works with kids 8-15 years of age. You can reach her at 352-463-2308. Larry James Floor Covering. Inc. handles your floor covering needs with carpet, wood, vinyl, ceramic tile, etc. They are located at 4590 NW CR 236 in Bell. Call 352-463-1820 for more information. Wright and Van Custom Homes is' owned by Lebn Wright, and Eric Vanderheyden. They are state licensed and insured. Call Leon at 352-210-2027 or Eric.at 352-317-1530 for more information. Tri-County Home Designs is owned by Tom Edwards. Tom offers house plans for new construction, additions, remodeling, outbuildings and much more. They are located at 100 S. Highway 129 with R. Edwards Construction. Call 352-274-3006 for more information. Pro-Steam 2000,. Inc., Thomas E. Parrish, owner. Mr. Parrish offers carpet cleaning, upholstery cleaning, and water restoration. They are located at 5350'SE 76th Trail in Trenton. Call 352-463-8097. Oak Walk Subdivision is owned by Anne -Barnett One of our newest subdivisions in Gilchrist they sell land and homes. They are located on CR 342 in Bell and you may call 352-375-7721 for more information. Pick Up Your Hammer For Habitat Calling all contractors, carpenters and home builders; anyone with homebuilding skills and knowledge. Habitat for Humanity of the Suwannee Valley needs YOU! We are moving closer to the start of our first home in the Tri-County area, Dixie, Gilchrist, and Levy! Please come be a part in making affordable housing available to a deserving family in our community. A playhouse build will take place on March 18th in Cross City. The money raised will go directly toward our cause. All the materials have been donated and it will be similar 'to a home build with volunteers construct- ing the playhouse. For more information contact Natasha Allen at 352-562-9969. > 2006 Wall and Desk Calendars 4 2 50% OFF (While Supplies Lasl) 4 t Gilchrist County Journal 4 S207 North Main Street Trenton 4 We've Moved! COME VISIT US AT OUR NEW LOCATION! To Fanning Springs NEW US-19 N LOCATION CR-341 CR-341 Badcock Bett's CR-320 Wal-Mart Chiefland Jessica Herbert Crowned 2006 Miss Trenton On Saturday, March 4th, the Trenton Elementary School Cafetorium was the setting for the 2006 Miss Trenton Pageant. Girls from ages just months old to 18 years of age from the Trenton area competed for trophies and crowns in areas of Most Photogenic, Best Dressed and Overall Beauty. A total of 44 girls participated in this annual pageant. They put on their best smiles and spring attire. An opening dance to the song "Honky" Tonk Be Donkey Donk, was performed by the reigning queens, as well as teen and miss contestants to the enjoyment of all. The girls were sponsored by local businesses, friends and family members. .Proceeds from this pageant are to benefit a senior scholarship and the coordinator's kindergarten classes. Judges included a previous and present State Watermelon Queen. They selected the winners as follows. Baby Miss Trenton was won by Stacy Waddle: S.dney Waddle. first runner up; Kenzie Certan, second runner up and Best Dressed; Jalynn Brown and Kendall Hartzog, third runner up; and Kendall Hartzog won Miss Photogenic. Wee Miss Trenton was won by Conner Terry who was also voted Best Dressed; Laina Teague, first runner up and Miss Photogenic; Shaylyn. Perrish, second runner up; and Brooke Bostic, third runner tip. Toddler Miss Trenton was won by Kinsey Akins who also was named Miss Photogenic and. 'Best Dressed; Lillian Rogers, first runner up; Shelby Waddle, second runner up; and Madison Matheny, third runner up. .' Little Miss Trenton was won by Rachel Perryman; Joyce Norton was first runner up and Best Dressed; Kaitlynn Polk, second runner up; and 'Heather Beach won third runner up and Miss Photogenic. Junior Miss Trenton was .won ' /1.:~ Jessica Herbert, 2006 Miss Trenton Pageant photos by Joyce Philman. Breanna Halei, i Teen Miss Trenton 'by Madyson Feather; Suzanne ... " Pickens, first runner up; Carleigh Olivia Rogers, Hartzog was second runner up Pre-Teen Miss Trenton ,and Miss, Photogenic; Jordan ., ....... E lmcre.'third runner up; and by Breanna Haley; Rachel Kee, August Megargel was named first runner up; Katie Wilkerson Best Dressed. won second runner up and Miss Pre-Teen Miss Trenton. was Photogenic; Kaitlyn Wiggins, won by Olivia Rogers who was third runner up; and Kaitlin also named Best Dressed and Rhoden was Best Dressed. Miss Photogenic; Courtney Jessica Herbert was' named Williams, first runner up; 2006 Miss Trenton and was Malorie Whitley, second runner also.the winner of Best.Casual up; and Rebekah Manbeck, third Wear; Amy Adkins, first runner runner up. up and Best Dressed;, and Renee Teen Miss Trenton was won Summers won second runner up ,4&~c~ b tk~e 764e a~ &e4~ 6e'heo (A Private Pre-School/AfterSchool) A...dh dby NAEYC' N~o.4..I A,,dOY'-y of ElyChildh a A 414 * Experienced CDA Certified Teache * Creative Curriculum * Second Step Curriculum Phone: 352-463-2300 Director: Kathy Spears ars USDA Food Program CPR/First Aid Certified Staff Established 1996 1079 Kushmer Street, Bell (2 blocks from Elementary School) License# C03610005 Madyson Feather, Conner Terry, Junior Miss Trenton Wee Miss Trenton S?;:.:.-,- A , Rachel Perryman, Little:Miss Trenton Kinsey Akins, Toddler Miss Trenton and Miss Photogenic. We appreciate everyone who sponsored and helped support this annual pageant. Look for information coming soon for the Miss Gilchrist County Pageant or call Rhonda Adkins at 352- 472-2344 or April Akins at 352- 472-151-5. Beast Feast , Raffle Tickets On Sale Now at the Gilchrist County Journal 207 North Main Street Trenton Stacy Waddle, Baby Miss Trenton Mark Your Calendars For The 22nd Annual Zukefest To Be Held Maly 13 At 'Windsor VFD The 22nd Annual Zukefest will be held on May 13, 2006 at the fire station in Windsor. All proceeds go to the WVFD. Fried zucchini, zucchini bread, barbecued chicken and many wonderful veggies will be offered. There will also be rides, magic show, beauty pageant, fun run and activities all day from 8;00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The arts and crafts booths will be selling great gifts'1fo'Mother's Day; e had 54 booths last year. Planning meetings are every Tuesday night at 7:00 p.m. at the fire house. We have included some zuke seeds and hope you will take a few minutes to plant them when the time is right. The beautiful plants and blossoms will remind you to attend this festival and make it a very special day for us. We all work so hard to make this a positive contribution to our community. Mark you calendar today. Bobbi Walton, Chairperson Beth Davis Photography WEDDINGS PORTRAITS SPECIAL EVENTS CEDAR KEY FLORIDA (352) 543-5568 WE DO TERMITE INSPECTIONS Phone 493-1051 493-4772 ' We send 'ern packing!' Forever Flowers & Gifts 352-463-9176 ;. .-,: or Toll Free 1-866-261- 986 "' 'ww.forevterflow'erstrenlon.coin "bour Full Service Florist" 21 East Ifide SttCt Trto'.i. Florid,; 3.'6'3 Fresh & Silk .- arrangements Funerals IIeddings Rentals Plants Praver Box Bracelets .H)ommi & ele Braceletsi laggtiB. Pursesl Texas Leather Purses & .clens lailclts Babyt Camo Large Sc'leciiien oj Piclire Frames Hours. I I LSA h I-Mlj M-F arn 4pm T flr- Sjt 0ir am- 12-pm Teleflora Laura Teasrue Cliarhone Pt'dern Ownenrr ,. _ 0 ,&A A4 4 4 NATURE COAST INSURANCE A Member of Perkins Financial Group j The e pleQe Insurance Store Home* Car Business Life Health HURLEY / WILLIAMS AUCTION TRENTON ICE HOUSE (LOCATED NORTH OF TRAIN DEPOT) FRIDAY 6:30 PM Oldies, But Goldies - Antiques-Collectables-Primitives . Furniture-Jewelry-Glassware-Old Guns BUYING AND SELLING ESTATES FOR MORE INFORMATION 386-454-8256 or 386-454-4991 # AU 437-AB270 I 1 1111 I I II I 'THURSDAY, MARCH 9, 2006 GILCHRIS T~cT COU NTY JOURNAL T Page Seven R; I'- rage ignit .- ,- Lil' Farmers 4-H Club News The Lil' Farmers 4-H Club has been very busy. With all the excitement of the upcoming fair, I wanted to catch you up on all of our happenings. In December we held our Christmas party at Brett and Kaylee Crawford's house. It was great. We sang Christmas carols, made ornaments and had a surprise visit from Santa Claus. He brought gifts for everyone. Thanks Santa! We're still being extra nice. 'At our January meeting we made homemade butter and biscuits. It was fun. Our arms were sure tired from all that shaking' but those biscuits, fresh butter, and cane syrup sure did hit the spot. Brett Colson's grandpa was even there to make sure we knew how to make butter. We talked about our entries in the fair and Brett Crawford did a little public speaking for us about his entry in the Florida State Fair. In February we met at Austin and Abbey: Thomas' home. .Kaylee Crawford and Ashton Sanchez taught us all about farm safety. They won first place at the County Events with their presentation. We then had lots of yummy snacks and decorated Valentine cookies and cards to take to Ayers Health and Rehab Center. The residents enjoyed all the cookies at their Valentine's Day party. They really liked reading all the nice notes from us. The fair is going to be a busy time for our club. 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The Toxic roundup will be held on Satur- day, March 18th. at the Solid Waste Transfer and Recycling Station in Bell from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. and the City Park Picnic Shelter in Trenton from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Proper disposal of these products will help prevent contamination of our water supply and keep our environment safe. Simply bring your household hazardous wastes to the collec- tion center and the trained atten- dants will unload and handle all your hazardous wastes: there is no need to even get out of your car.' The process is quick, easy, and free of charge for Gilchrist County residents and fee based for businesses. To transport these hazardous materials, carefully pack the hazardous waste containers in boxes \iith di iders. If a con- tainer leaks, pack it in a larger container with an absorbent: material such as cat litter or oil absorbent. Do not mix different or unknown materials together. All containers must be labeled. If \ou cannot identify the con- tents label it "unknown." Marine Corps League News B Mljar B\rd Christians Our Marines are reallI working together to restore our new home, The Old Hardee H6use, west of Chiefland on NW 110 Sreet. 'We hate painted the inside. gotten some new banisters. and are in the process of painting the outside. Stop b\ : and see what we are doing we are there most Saturda\s. ,We are having a couple of yard sales to generate funds for our communmt. projects such as the trike program. assisting our Veterans and their families, helping feed the needy. pregnancy centers as well as Toys for Tots. If you ha e anh items that \ou would like to donate for these, yard sales, please call Mary at 352-542-8020 for pickup. We are still looking for that little child \\ho cannot \walk or use their legs. They may be eligible for one of our tricycles. If you know of such .a child. please call the Commandant. below\ .'. i ." Remember that any Marine who has served 90 da\s or more in service, with an honorable discharge, is eligible to join the Marine Corps League. Wives .nd relatives of Marines may also be eligible as ell' to join our Au\ili'ar' ,We meet eterv ihiid' tued'ay" hight" at '6:0)0 p.m. in Chiefland. For more information, call Commandant Harry Hopwood at 352-543- 6879. Pancake Breakfast To Be Held March 11 At Trenton Community Center The Waccasassa Fire Department .will, be having a free pancake breakfast at the Trenton Community Center, located at 214 SE Third Avenue on Saturday, March llth from 7:00 a.m. to 141:00 a.m. Donation will be' accepted to support the senior citizen's food pantry which serves the residents .of Gilchrist County. Joe and Vince will be serving their special pancakes and sausage. For take out or delivery please call 352-316-3907. 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For more information call Pat- rick Fischer at 352-463-3185. The Toxic Roundup is spon- sored by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and Gilchrist County Commission. SVL Board To Meet March 13 The Suwannee Valley Leagues, Inc. Board will meet Monday, March 13th, at 6:30 p.m. at Akinis Barbecue in the' banquet room. Everyone pays for their own meal including board members. See you there! Help Save A Life! Give Blood In Chiefland March 16 The Haven Hospice Blood Dri\e will be held Thursday. March 16th from.-10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. at 311 NE 9th Street in Chiefland. A photo ID is required and \ou must be 17 years of age to donate. All donors \will receive a recognition item and. .a cholesterol screening. SThirnt' miinues now. cain help someone for a lifetime! i, W mmtfUKLc', %J ~I 14 JO AA1 cm i % -I T5TC'rNaj-aNn Supervisor of Elections Introduces Touch Screen Voting System To Trenton Rotary Club A'. I \ '4 Gilchrist County Supervisor of Elections, Susan B-n/ant, along with Chris Ruggles from the Property Appraisers Office, demonstrated the new "Touch Screen" voting system that will be available at all precincts this year. The new' system w''ill be in addition to the "Optical Scan" system and was added in order to allow individuals with siglt or reading disabilities the opportunity to vote unassisted. .Photo by Anna \11 ild By Anna Wild. On Monday, March 6,'2006, Susan Bryant was pleased to present to the Trenton Rotary Club the.newest voting equip- ment which will be available at all voting precincts this year..As of July 2005, all of Florida must offer voting choices that are ac- cessible to everyone, thanks to, the "Help America Vote Act" which was implemented after the issues that arose from 'he 2000 election. This new "Touch Screen" voting sNstem will al- low. those 'who \wish to vote GASTON'S TREE SERVICE, INC., FULL SERVICE AERIAL BUCKETS HYDRAULIC LOADERS CRANE SERVICE FREE ESTIMATES FULLY INSURED 352-378-5801 We accept all miajo ci edit cards 1901NW.67ctl Piace. SitceE cJaines \ille Fi i da 32053 'a"\vgasttoistrteeser\'icecoim fun 4 Kids! L SE Pre- school/After school LearningCenter / Ages ,2-12 V NAEYC Accredited Pre-K / Highscope Curriculum / School Readiness Program V CPR/First Aid Certified J Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten / USDA Food Progra m / CDA Certified Teachers' 352-463-7614 2739 S.W. 19th Circle, Trenton /. Robert P. Marsh Owners/Directors- Dawn F. Marsh Lic#C03GIO007 Re-Roofing & Leaks Metal Roofing 25-Year Warranty Manufacturer's 379=47 unassisted to do so even if they are blind, or are unable to read. The system tells \ou what all your final selections :wdre and \ ill alert you if you did not ote in a particular categor-. The system still has a paper trail; in the e\ent of a manual recount a tape imbedded in the system can be used to print out- all votes cast. Our county' \\ill continue to have the "Optical Scan" system in place; this is the card that you fill in the oval to mark your vote and the machine pulls in your card and registers, each vote. And for anyone unsure of either system, all pre- cincts hae appro ed individuals %\ho can assist you in casting )our vote if you choose to have a person assist you. Susan Bryant looks forward to seeing eers one at the polls later this ear. Mr s. Susan Bruant iten ad- dressed the Rotary Club on a more personal matter. Mrs. Bryant has decided to retire as of December 29, 2006 as the Super isor of Elections for Gilchrist County. She has made this hard decision after much consideration and looks forward to spending quality time with her family. Mrs. Bryant has worked inthe elections office for 26 years and worked for the Clerk of the Courts Office four years prior. To say she will be missed is a huge understatement. All of Rotary wished Susan only the best life has to offer and hopes her final year in office is an enjou able one. Woodland Craft Signs 207 N. Main 352-463-7135 Trenton's Vin/l'fuineass! NOW 'OPNI, AT THF JOURNAL Free White Flowering Dogwood Trees Available From National Arbor Day Foundation Ten free white flowering dogwood' trees will be given to each person who joins The National Arbor Day Foundation 'during March 2006. The free trees are part of the non-profit Foundation's Trees for America campaign. "White flowering dogwoods will add Sear-round beauty to your home and neighborhood." John Roseno\w. the Foundation's president, said. -"Dogwoods have sho\\y .spring flowers;: scarlet autumn foliage, and red' berries which attract songbirds all winter." The trees \rill be shipped postpaid at the right time for planting between March 1st and May 31st with enclosed planting instructions. The six to t\welxe inch trees are guaranteed to grow or they will be replaced free of charge. Members also receive a subscription to Arbor Day, the Foundation's monthly publication, and The Tree Book \with information about tree planting and care. To 'become a member of the Foundation and receive the free trees, send a $12 contribution to TEN FREE DOGWOOD TREES. National Arbor Da\ Foundation, 100 arbor Axenue. Nebraska CitN. NE 68410 b\ March 31. 2006 or join online at \\ w \ .arbordaN.org. - I / I I I I (352) 463-7135 I- LOG CABIN QUILTERS Log Cabin Quilters' Log' Cabin Quilters met Thursday, March 2nd, at the Levy County Quilt'Museum. We have the fourth quilt in now and it will be donated to CFE Co-Op for their annual meeting in October. We used their con- ference room for 12 years while, we were raising money to build the museum. We are going to have a yard and porch sale March 10th and llth here at the museum. We have quilt frames, fabric and so much more. We 'tr to ddothis once a year and te ftry to get rid of so much xwe don't need and hope someone else can use it. We sell at low prices as so much is donated to us. Our new member. Karen Ar- endell, who drives down from Live Oak. is doing great with her hand quilting. She has fin- ished her two pillo\ tops and %we started her on a babN quilt. Next step is to sit down at a quilt and learn to quilt on a frame. Appreciation Day is April Ist. It \ill be an all da\ event and \we hope to see many out to see the museum. Many times \hen \we had moneN donated, \we \tere told w\e would never build anything,. much less a museum. We want people to see that their money w"as well used as we ha\e a museum that \we ha\e paid for as w.e built it. We owe nothing and \we did this all \without a grant. It is all paid for. Lunch \as so good with chicken and dressing, gravy. green peas. squash casserole. cheese and mac. lima beans, eggs. lots of salad, lemon bars and pecan cake. We had 19 present. Wmelle Home How' s this fora "Log Cabin?" The mIore patterns we find that they change so much it's hard to believe the pattern. Neel A Sign? Call WIoodland Craft Signs At 463-7135 BELLS & WHISTLES STORAGE No job Too Small Phone: 386-294-3867 JerryWilks Across from the Dollar General 4 -3 I 37 1859 North Hwy 129 463-6111 463-6499 Bell, FL (' Eenin) ,, ) 6 F) ' 10 x 10 UNITS, 10 x 20 units & 10x 20 climate controled available I Nature Coast Middle School Individualized preparation for high school success. Accelerated achievement for advanced students. Now accepting enrollment applications for the Academic tutoring & remediation. 2006-2007 school year! Technology & fine arts classes. Value-oriented, positive social atmosphere. Nature Coast Middle School is a new public school, sponsored by the Levy County School District. Students from Gilchrist, Levy, & Di\ie Coun't may attend. NCMS \ ill be located on CR-346,2 miles north of Chiefland. Find out if NCMS is right for your child! :352-871-7426 ww~ntuecatmddeao FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEAILCHRIST COUNTY HEALTH GILCHRIST COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT Well Child & Newborn Care School & Sports Physicals Chronic & Acute Care Communicable Disease Maternity Care By UF Dept. OB/GYN Family Planning School Health Services TB Testing Laboratory Procedures Healthy Start Services WIC Services (Baby Formula & Food Coupons) HIV Anonymous & Confidential Testing Attention Deficit Disorder Evaluation & Treatment NO APPOINTMENTS NEEDED FOR: FREE PREGNANCY TESTS FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREEN CHILD & ADULT IMMUNIZATIONS We accept Blue Cross/Blue Shield, AvMed, PPC Care Manager, State Employees Group PPC, Health Options, Champus, CMS, Medicaid, Medipass, Medicare, and most other major insurances. 119 N.E. 1st Street, Trenton, Florida 32693 463-3120 Office Hours Monday Friday 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Page Nine 'PUT TP 4z-nv m A i? ru Q 200 GILCHRISRT.T COT JNTY JOT JRNAL i GITCHRIST COUNTY JOURNAL THURSDAY, MARCH 9, 2006 Shown is A Is. Angie's Pr'-K class. Pictuiei'd isA IAs. Bro'izLs F Pre-K C class. TES Pre-K Visit Hitchcock 's On February 9, 20 Pre-K classes of Ms. Ms. Connie and NMrs. \went on a \walking field : Hitchcock's. Upon ou "e "ere greeted at the department. There Nls ga'e all the children coo a tour ot the deli departm kids were soamazed j different things that takeI a grocery store Mr. Den them into the coolers a 'could feel how cold the really get. The% learned meat cutting. xegetab storage departments. We really had a great I Fax Servic 463-7393 B&J F AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR COMPLETE AUTO REPAIRS FOREIGN DOMESTIC EXHAUSTS BRAKES ELECTRIC TUNE-UPS ENGINES Iij COMPUTER ALIGNMENTS AIR CONDITIONING PASSENGER CAR & LIGHT TRUCK TIRES Open Mon. Fri. 710 East Highway 26 Located 30 Miles West of Gainesville, in Trenton (352) 463-0079 S ' )06,; the Angle. Gilchrist County Land Transactions David P. and Patsy B. Turner to Heather N. Turner, $10, gen- eral warranty deed. David W. Cox Trustee of David W. Cox Revocable Trust Agreement to Charles Crace, $85,000. David P and Patsy B. Turner to Nicholas D. Turner and Tif- fany G. Turner. Jeffrey S. and Sara A. Ab- sher to Karen Bishop. quit claim deed, $10; Lot 3, Rachelson Unrecorded Subdivision. Arlene Green Prete to Marc Prete, quitclaim deed, $10. Lot 106. Unit 1. Emerald Farms. .Walker L. Moran. Jr. and Karen. G. Rosado ak/a Karen G. Moran to Rafael A. Boothby and Kirk MN. Epperstein, general warranty deed. $149,900. Lot 7 of Shady Bend Subdivision, first edition. Robert C. Wilkerson to Timo- thy R. Beach and Jan Beach, general warranty deed, S80.000. Lot 1, Mathews Farm. Robert C. Wilkerson to Tfoy Smith Construction, Inc., gen- eral warranty deed, $73,00. Lot 2, Matthews Farms. Thomas E. and Beverly A. Malloy to James C. and Victoria Watson. general warranty deed, $135.000. Lot 2. Block 15. Re- plat Piedmont W. Subdiv vision Leon Mathewv and Carrie Wilkerson to Anna White. gen- eral warranty deed. $1.800. Michael and Winifred He nis to Michael, Heynis. quit claim deed, $0. Lot 53 Unit, Emerald Farms. Michael and Winifred He nis to Michael Heynis. quit claim deed. $0. Lot 52 Lint. Emerald Farms. Dana Blanton Collins f/k/a Dana Blanton Jones. quit claim deed. Lot 15, Block B. Suwan- nee Ri~er Highlands 2nd addi- tion. Stephen A. Jones to William Stuart Fuquay and Michael D. White. Lot 5, Block B. Suwan- nee Ri\er Highlands. 2nd addi- Brown tion. d trip to Jessica BarkleN to Barbara r arrival Jara. special warranty deed, Sbaker\y $10,000. Lot 1 & 2. Unit 2,Sun s. Karen "N Fun Subdil vision. kles and Gloria Ortega Parel to Wright ent. The and Van Custom Homes LLC. i. all the. warrant\' deed., 55:9.00 Lt 9. place in Oak Le.if mis took D.K. Properties LLC to Riv- nd they er .lk Partners LLP. Lot 123, coolers Rier\alk of Fanning Springs. Ld about Phase 2, quit claim deed. les and $44,000. Lot 123 Riterv alk of Fanning Springs, phase 2. ime. Thorpe Mountain Ranch' LLC 'to Riverwalk Partners, quit claim deed, $44.000. Lot S ,123. Riverwalk of Fanning Springs, phase 2. ce Tropisol, LC to Ri\erwalk Partners LLP, quit claim deed. $,44,000. Lot 137Rikcr:lk of Fanning Springs, phase 2 J D.K. Properties, LLC to Rikerwalk Partners. LLP, quit claim deed, $44,000. Lot 142, Riverwalk of Fanning Springs, phase 2. Charles D. Turner and Em- meline IoNce Maglalang to Da- vid M..and Carol M Gillespie,, warranty deed, $107,000. Lots 1 & 2, Block 17, Suwannee River Estates North. David J. Houser and Kathryn D. Houser to Robert Lee Hous- er, quit claim deed, $10. Camp- sites 123, 124, 125 of Unite one of Waccasassa Campsites. Robert Lee Houser to Ste- phen M. Bivens,' quit claim deed, $10. Campsiters 123, 124, 125 Waccasassa Camp- sites, Unit 1. Woodard and Lane, Inc. and Eckenrode and Lane Inc. to Robert A. Butler, corporate -Il warranty deed, $40,000. Lots 1, 2, 3 & block 7, Unit 1 & 2, Sun 'N Fun. Doris J. Garrison to Daniel Joseph Winningham and Timo- thy Adam Winningham, war- ranty deed, $29,000. Lot 157, Waccasassa Campsites, Unit 1. Big Bend Enterprises, LC to Ware Oil and Supply Company Inc., $343,000, warranty deed, Lot 4, Trenton 26, first addi- tion. Ware Oil and Supply Com- pany, Inc. to Shreeji Invest- ments LLC., warranty deed, $800,000. Lot L, Trenton 26, first addition. Thorpe Mountain Ranch LLC to Michael P. McNerney and Michelle C. McNerney, warranty deed, $81,000. Lot 133, Riverwalk of Fanning Springs, phase 2. Jean Young Trustee Jean Young Revocable Trust to Fort Fanning River LLP, Unit 1, warranty deed, $550,000. Lots ne. 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, Block 3 and Lot 8, Block 3 Suwannee River Springs, Unit 1. Richard B. Scholler and Rhonda S. Jordan and Jerry G. Burch, statutory warranty deed, 1 v$29,000.I Bell High School Symphonic Band. Receives Superiors At District The 21006 Bell Synmphonic Band Symphonic Band Receives Superiors At District The Bell High School Symphonic Band performed for the District IV High School Concert Band Music Performance Assessment. at Bradford High School in Starke on Saturday, March 4th. The band recetied straight superiors for their performances of the Liberty Bell by Sousa, Rhos'medre IV by Vaughan Williams/Beeler and Fortress IV by Ticheli. The assessment is broken into three parts, the preparation, the technical and musical effect and is rated and commented on b\ three judges. The judges w ere Da id Ammerman of Astronaut High School in Titus\ ille. Rand\ Folsom of Ft. Walton Beach High School in Ft. Walton Beach and Jason Duckett of Bartram Trail High School in Jacksonmille. Once the performance is completed the band proceeded to the sight reading assessment. The were glen two pieces of music, a march and o erture. by the judge. They were giten three minutes for the march and rile minutes for the overture to study and then perform the piece of' work. The sight reading judge as FLew is Jones retired band Mallory Swamp To Reopen For ATV Use On April 8 SThe Suwannee River Water ManagemenitDistrict will reopen the Mallory Swamp ATV Trail to the public on Saturday. April 8, 2006, at the end of spring turkey season; The trail will remain open throughout the summer and will close again on September 17, the Sunday% before archer\ season opens in lMllory S\wamp. This is the second year the area's 38 miles of marked trails have been open to all-terrain vehicles. All ATV operators must have a special use authorization (SUA). which they can obtain at no charge at the ATV parking area kiosk. Riders must stay on designated trails, which are open only during daylight hours, and obey posted speed limits. Riders 16 years of age and under must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who is required to sign an SUA. .To request a brochure or trail map call 386-362-1001 or 800-226-1066 (FL, toll free). The brochure and map also are available for viewing and downloading at www.my suwanneeriver.com. director of Leon Count\ High School. . Earning superiors makes the Bell S mphonic Band eligible to participate in the FBA State'Concert Band Music Performance Assessment in Ft. Walton Beach during April 25th through April 28th. If the band receives superiors at State, they will receive the Otto Kraushaar Award for outstanding bands in marching and concert. The next performance of the, Bell :High School Symphonic Band:will be with their fellow band .mates from Trenton High School at the All County Band performance on Saturday, April 1st. in the Iris-Roberts Auditorium, at. Bell High School. We invite all family; friends and the public. to. come enjoy the music and the reception immediately following the performance. Lisa Boutwell Bell Band Boosters Pain Relief for Children to Grandparents! Specializing in Activator Methods - A Painless Chiropractic Adjustment Over 15 Years Experience Consultation On Request. Most Insurance Accepted.. Robert L. 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Personalized service for every home owner Give us a call, we 'll be happy to help you create a wonderful new hon 352-472-9888 Chad & Kellie White - _ ___ - I _, I mTITTDVTh V TiY ADACT-T9O -2006 OTT CHIRTST COT TNTY JOTRNAT .Page Eleven Mrs. Mildred T. Baker .Mrs. Mildred T. Baker of Palm Harbor died Monday, Feb- ruary 27, 2006 in Palm Harbor. She was 98. Mrs. Baker was born in Tren- ton andwas a lifelong resident of the area. She was a homemaker and a member of Chiefland Church of Christ. She enjoyed gardening and raising cattle. She was preceded in death by husbands, Ira J. Philpot and James D. Baker.' . Mrs. Baker is survived by a stepson, Don Baker of Ken- ner, .Louisiana; a stepdaughter, Annene Williamson of Palm Harbor; and several nieces and nephews. Arrangements were under the care of KNAUFF FUNERAL HOME,,Chiefland. Mr. Dennis Edwin Allen . Mr. Dennis Edwin Allen of Cantonment died Monday, March 6. 2006 at North Florida' Regional Medical Center. He was 56. Mr., Allen was a native of Dixie County: He lived in Cantonment for 21 years and in Newfoundland, Canada for^ three years. He \\as a member of the DAV and American Le- gion. He served in the United States Navy for 14 years before being medically discharged. . He enjoyed squirrel hunting and fishing and was an avid reader. 'He \was preceded in death by his father, Leon P. Allen. Mr. Allen is survived by his wife Barbara Allen of Caniton- ment; sons. Eric Leon Allen and William Clay Allen, both of Cantonment, a daughter, Mlistr. Towr) tKen.) of Grove, Oklahoma; his mother. Josie. Allen of Cross City; brothers, Leon Ashley Allen of Perry. Georgia and Joe Hubert Allen of Cross City, a sister. Phyllis 4.Ladonna White of Cleveland, VTenne..ee;- a .-randson, Chris- iobher Et.'hr"a ToKvsry; "and"' many nieces and nephew\ s. SVisitation will be held Thurs- S:day, March 9, 2006 between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 8: 00 p.m. at the Rick Gooding Funeral Home. " A funeral service swill be held Friday, March 10,2006 at the Cross Citn Church of God with Rev: Jimmy Corbin, Rev. Charles White and Rev. Ed Ivey conducting the service. Interment followed at :the Old iMcCrabb Cemetery in .Old . Town. Arrangements are under the care of RICK GOODING FU- NERAL HOME, Cross City. Vote for the man who prom- ises the least. .--Bernard Baruch Mrs. Dorothy May Fowler Mrs. Dorothy May Fowler of Bradenton died Thursday, March 2, 2006 in Bradenton. She was 78. Mrs. Fowler was born in Sara- sota and was a longtime resident ofthe Chiefland area. She loved to read. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bryant Tindle; and a daughter, Nora Lee Page. Mrs. Fowler is survived by a son, Charles Mclendon of' Dudley, North Carolina; one grandchild; and two great- grandchildren: Arrangements were under the care of KNAUFF FUNERAL HOME, Chiefland. : 'Mrs. Marsha Fox Mrs. Marsha Fo.\ of Chiefland died Saturday, March 4, 2006 at Crystal River Health and Rehab. She \was 59. Mrs.. Fox was born in NesW York, New York, and came to this area from Fort Lauderdale eight years ago. She \as a homemaker and a member of Turning Point Ministrs in Chief- land. . She was preceded in death by her husband. Dale Fox. Mrs. Fo. is survived by a son. Jeff Fo. of Chiefland: a brother, Harvey Ziegler of Key Largo. Arrangements were under the. care of KNAUFF FUNERAL HOME, Chiefland. S Mr. Nathan Dethaniel Kidd AMr Nathan Dethaniel Kidd of Trenton died Sundas. March 5, 2006 at the VA Medical Cen- ter inLake Cit\. He \\as 83 Mr, Kidd \\as born in Le\v County and was a lifelong resident of the area. He worked in the area if food service for the State of Florida and served in the United States Arm) Air Corp He \'.ls a member :if -American Legion--Post 91 ini Trenton. the food ser\ ice direc- tor at Lancaster Correctional Institution and also worked at GrandoffMortgage. He \was of the Baptist faith. He was preceded in death by a brother. Emory Lee Kidd; and sisters, Evelyn Grandoff and Rachel Weidt. Mr. Kidd is survived by his wife, Lessie M. RobertsKidd; a step-daughter, Debbie Bar- ron of Trenton; stepson, Pete Bottoms of'Nolens\ille, Ten- nessee; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and many loving nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held Thursday, March 9, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at Watson Fu- neralHome Chapel w ith Pastor Ralph Rodriguez conducting the service. Interment will follow at the Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Haven Hospice of the Tri-Counties. Arrangements are under the care of WATSON.FUNERAL HOME, Trenton. Mr. Robert "Bob" W. Lawson, Sr. .. Mr. Robert."Bob" W. La\ son, Sr. of Chiefland died Tuesday, February 28,..2006 in Gaines- ville. He was 57. ... Mr. Lawsson w\as born in Ha- nover, Pennsylvania and came to this area from Pompano Beach 27 years ago. He \\as a store manager and a board member of Habitat for Humanity of Suwan- nee Valley and the Tri-Countv' Cruisers. He was also a char- ter member and past president of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Chiefland. hr. Las\- son lo\ed fishing. He is survived by his \\ife. Linda Lawson of Chiefland; t\wo sons. Robert \V. Lawsson. Jr. of Clew iston and Mark Law\son of High Springs: a sister. Janet Cash of Okeechobee; three grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Arrangements were under the care of KNA UFF FUNERAL L HOME, Chiefland. AMr. William Kirk- SNapier Mr. William Kirk Napier of Old To\ n died Thursda. March .2 2006 at the Tri-Counti Ho:s-. pice Care Center in Chiefland. He was 59. MNr. Napier mo\ed to this area from Nlanfield. Ohio in 1996. He \was a member of the Ohio Moose Lodge in Galion. Ohio and the Florida State Rodeo Association. In 1975 he \\as named ".ll Around Co\\boy of Florida.". He is survived b) his wife Elizabeth Napier of Old Town, daughters; Connie. Stroh (Shar-. non) of Cross City, Dawn Fisher (Julio Eguiguremsi of Old Tow\ n and Windy Cottrel of South Carolina; sisters, Linda Spears and Mary Ellen Elliott, both of Galion, Ohio; a brother. Jerry Napier; 12 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. A memdirial service was held Monday, March 6, 2006 at the Rick Gooding Funeral Home with Rev. Arthur Watkins con- ducting the service. Arrangements were under the care of RICK GOODING FU- NERAL HOME, Crdss City. Mr. L.R. Parrish Mr..L.R. Parrish of Trenton died Wednesday, March' 1, 2006 at Haven Hospice of the Tri-Counties in Chiefland. He. was 84. Mr. Parrish was born in Tren- ton and: was a lifelong resident. He was a landsurveyor for 30 years and served in. the United States Army. He was a mem- ber of First Baptist, Church of Trenton. He is survived by his wife, Helen Sanders Parrish of Tren- ton; and a brother, Eudell Parrish of Trenton. A funeral service was held Saturday, March 4, 2006 at Watson Funeral Home in Tren- ton with Brother Billy Philman conducting the service. Arrangements were under the care of WATSON FUNERAL HOME, Trenton. Mr. Claude Rogers Mr. Claude "C.H." Rogers of Live Oak, died Saturday, March 4, 2006, at Shands at Lake Shore following a long illness. He was 62. Mr. Rogers was born in Mayo and lived in Live Oak all his life. He formerly worked as a proces- sor for a meat company. He was a member of Antioch Baptist Church in Live Oak. He was preceded in death by his son, William "Billy" Rogers. Mr. Rogers is survived by a sister, Catherine Harry of Lake City; brothers Clinton Rogers of Bell and Charles Rogers of Live Oak; and four grandchildren. Arrangements were under the care of DANIELS FUNERAL HOME, Branford. rvC 91. Mrs. Whitener was born in Archer and moved to Williston at an early age. She attended Stetson University and was a banker. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Willis- ton, Eastern Star and Daughters of the American Revolution. She enjoyed reading, sewing and gardening. She is survived by her hus- band of 65 years, R.C.Whitener, Sr. of Williston; one sister, Ella Mae Cory of Williston; two Mr. R.L. Sears Mr. R.L. Sears of Old Town died Tuesday, February 28, 2006 at the VA-Hospital in Lake City. He was 86. He was a lifelong member resident of this area and a member to the McCrabb Bap- tist Church.. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corp, Ist Ma- rine Division, serving in World War I. in the South Pacific. He received a Purple Heart. He is survived by his wife, Lonie Mae of Old Town; a son, Richard Sears of Old Town; daughters, Wanda Sheffield of Chiefland and Kathey Eond and Nancy Neeley, both of Cross. City; brothers, Allen Sullivan and Cline Sullisan. both of Old Town; sisters. Kat Cannon and. Junita Millican, both of Old Town, 13 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. A funeral ser ice was held- Friday, March 3, 2006 at Rick Gooding Funeral Home Chapel w ith Re\. Gene Robertson con- ducting the serve ice. Arrangements were under the care of RICK GOODING FU- NERAL HOME, Cross City. 1Mr. Alguhus ..us "Gus" iM. Smith Mr. Augustus "Gus" NM. Smith of Old Tow\n died Thursday, March 2. 2006 at Haven Hospice House in Chiefland. He w\as 77. NMr. Smith mosed to this area from Hialeah in 1989. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge of Columbia. South Carolina and a former member of the Li- ons Club of Hialeah. He retired from Eastern Airlines after 22 years and \as a former member of the Ci\il Air Patrol, serving' for tw\o eears. He \\as of the Presbyterian faith. He is sur\ i\ed by his \ ife. Jeri Smith of Old To\ n: sons. Nor- man Smith of Old Tow\n. Howie Smith and and Troy Smith. both of Weston and Brian Smith of Wake Forest. North Carolina: a daughter, Traci Bartick of Al- pharetta. Georgia: a brother, Benjamin Smith of Anderson. South Carolina: and nine granid- children. A funeral service was held Saturday. Nlarch 4. 2006 at Rick Gooding Funeral Home.jn Crpss Cit w\sith Re\. Bobby Lindsey conducting the service. Arrangements were under the care of RICK GOODING FU- NERAL HOME, Cross City. Mr. Gary "Drew" Sullivan Mr. Gary "Dre\\" Sullivan of Old Town died Saturday. March 4, 2006 at North Florida Regional Hospital. He was.55. Born in Mayo, lMr. Sullivan was.raised in Perry, and then moved to the Tri-County area where' he lived the majority of his life., He was a roofer and was of the Baptist faith.. He- was preceded in death by daughter Angie Sullivan; brother, Wayland Sullivan; two grandchildren; and his parents, Hope and Ida Nlac Sulli\ an. Mr. Sullivan is survived by his wife, Edia M. Sullivan. of Old. Town; sons, Bobby and Andy Sullivan, both of Fanning Springs; daughters, Joey and Judy Henderson. both of Old Town; brothers. Connie Mac Sullivan, 'Billy John Sulli\an and Jack Sullivan, all of Perry, and Mike Sullivan of Fanning 'Springs; sisters, Nell Sullivan of Fanning Springs and Stella Osborne of Ellabelle, Georgia; and nine grandchildren. A funeral service was held Monday, March 6, 2006 at the Rick Gooding Funeral Home Chapel with Rev.. Bobby Lindsey conducting the service. Interment followed at Old Town 'Cemetery. Arrangements were under the care of RICK GOODING FUNERAL HOME, Cross City. Mrs. Virginia Leona Perkins Whitener- Virginia Leona Perkins Whit- ener of Williston died Friday, March 3, 2006 at Williston Health Care Center. She was Woodham's Garage Complete Automotive Service ASE Certified Mechanics 15391 N.W. Hwy-19 Chiefland Halfway between Chiefland and Fanning Springs. 352-493-2904 S Other Major Credit Cards 515'n- sons, Robert Whitener of Tampa, Will Whitener of Williston; -one daughter Katherine Whitener of Williston; six grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers please make contributions to Tri-County Hos- pice Center and Florida Sheriff's Youth Ranches. Arrangements were under the care of KNAUFF FUNERAL HOME, Williston. A Card Of Thanks We. would like to -thank everyone for the food. cards, Flowers. prayers. gi\en and Concern shown during the loss .of our mother. S The family of Mary Fisher North Florida Livestock Report Receipts at the North Florida .Livestock Market in EllisIl le on Wednesday, March I, 2006 were: this \ reek 521. last \ieek 498 and last year 434 Trends: Siaughier cows and. bulls steady. Feeder steers and heifers steadN. Feeder and re- placement co\ws stead\. Flesh condition on feeder cattle thin to \er> thin. 39 percent slaughter cow\s. 5 percent slaughter bulls. 22 percent feeder steers. 19 percent feeder heifers, and 15 percent feeder and replacement Scows.. Slaughter Cows Breaker 75- 80 percent: 1260-1590 114 S5i 53.50-58.50 55 65); 1325-1450 S1380i 60.00-63.50 161.15) high dressing: 1605-1818 i1695i 54.50-56.50 i55.611; 1750-1965 (1809,i 60.00-61.00 160.381 high ,dressing.: Slaughter Co\ws Boner 50- 85 percent: S50-1175 (1015) 53.00-57.00 154.844 : 1210- 1585 13744 52.50-57.00 i54.2Sj. Slaughter .Bulls Y.G. .4: 1275-1425 (13741 60.00-64.50' 161.811: 1510-2020 11776). 62.00-66.00 (64.011. Feeder Steers 'and Bulls Me- dium and Large 1-2: 155-160 (158) 200.00-205.00 (202.54); 305-345 13221 146.00-.160.00 154.121: 365-395 1383) 128.00- 140.00 (132.491; 430-445 (437) 128.00-140.00 113369i: 455-475 4-70 12 S 00- 140.00 (Il1 )91); 505-530(522) 115.00- I117.50, (116.69). Feeder Steers and Bulls Me- "dium and Large 2-3: 355-380 1365) 121.00-124.00 (122.75); 425-44-10 434) 114i00-121.00 (116.22); 450-490 i480i 110.00- 114.00 (111.971; 530-545 (538) 105.00-108.00 I 106 52. . Feeder Heifers Medium and Large 1-2: 205-240 (225) 40.00-150.00 (143.04); 265.- :280 (262) 140.00-145.00 (142.30); 355-390 i36S) 125.00- 130.00 (127531: 410-440 S(430) 116.00-122.50 (119.24);. 455-495 (469) 112.00-116.00 ,(114.58); 530-545 I538 .108.00- 111.00 (109.48). Feeder Heifers Medium :and Large 2-3: 160-190 (170) 145.00-152.50 (147.78); 360- 390 (380) 119.00-124.00 (120.59); 405-440 (425) 106 0- ( 112.00 (109.30); 450-490 (475) '106.00-112.00 (109.09). Bred Cows Medium and .Large 1-2 Middle-Aged: 865-. 1190 (948) 58.00-86.00 (70.28) 4-6 months, bred; 875-1120 (1007) 80.00-92.00 (84.69) 7-9 months bred. Peace, like charity, begins at home. --Franklin D. Roosevelt Legal Notices IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, IN A N) FOR GILCHRIST COUNTY, CIVIL DIVISION CASE NO. 2006-CA-0006 CITIFINANCIAL EQUIT\ SERVICES, INC., Plainrtf . :vs. PEARLIE WILLIAMS A/K/A PEARLIEA. WILLIAMNS, -.THE UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF PEARLIE \\ ILLIAMS A K/A PEARLIE A. WILLIAMS; IF LIVING,'INC L UDING - ANY UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF SAID DEFENDANT'S)i. IF REMARRIED. AND IF DECEASED. THE RESPECTIVE UNKNOWN HEIRS. DEVISEES. GRANTEES. ASSIGNEES, CREDITORS. LIENORS, AND TRUSTEES. AND ALL OTHER PERSONS CLAIMING BY. THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST THE NAMED DEFENDANTS i, LrNKNOWN * TENANT #I, UNKNOWN TENANT #2: Defendanrtsi NOTICE FACTION TO: PEARLIE WILLIAMS AV K/A PEARLIE A WILLIAMS: THE UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF PEARLIE WILLIAMS AV K/A PEARLIE A WILLIAMS: IF LIVING. INCLUDING ANY UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF. SAID DEFENDANTiSi. IF REMARRIED, AND IF DECEASED. THE RESPECTIVE UNKNOWN HEIRS. DE\ SEES. GRANTEES. ASSIGNEES. CREDITORS. LIENORS, SAND TRUSTEES. AND ALL OTHER PERSONS CLAIMING BY. THROUGH UNDER OR AGAINST THE NAMED SDEFENDANTiSi. Whole residence arei uinkno% n TO UNKNOWN TENANT #1, ULNKNO\\ N TENANT #2; \\ hose residence I_: 319N\W 7TH STREET TRENTON. FL 32603 YOU ARE HEREBY required to rile ,our an.tser or \ nt[en defenses. it ari\. in the abo.e proceeding \%ith the Clerk of this Court. and to serve .a cops thereof upon the plainritff's attorney, '.hose name ard address appears hereorn on or before 3/23/ 106. the nature of this proceeding being a sut for foreclosure of mortgage against the follov.ing descnbed property, to ,it: LOTS ONEtll ANi TWO(2), BLOCK FOURTEEN (14) OF WADE AND BELL ADDITION TO THE CITY OF TRENTON. FLORIDA, AS PER PLAT THEREOF FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COUiRT OF GILCHRIST COLNT\. FLORa IDA A/K/A 319 NW 7TH STREET TRENTON., FL 32693 If ;ou lail to file your answer or ri. nen defeines in the above pro- ceeding, on plaintiff's aiornm.'3 a. default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the com- plaint or Petition. DATED at GILCHRIST County this 20th day of Februar,. 2006 Cle k of the CircuJn.Court (SEAL) By: Lyndsay P. Ayers Deputy Clerk In accordance with the Ameri- cans with Disabilities Act of 1990. persons needing a special accom- modation to participate in the proceeding 'should contact the ASA Coordinator no later than seven (7) days prior to the pro- ceedings. If hearing impaired, please call (800) 955-9771 (TDD) or (800) 955-8770 (voice), via Florida Relay Service. Pub. March 2, 9, 2006b, LEGAL NOTICE fThe Suwannee River Economic Council, Inc. Board of Directors will hold a'meeting of the Board of Directors on Monday, March 27, 2006, 7:00 p.m. at. the Live Oak Church of God in Live Oak, Florida. Pub. March 9, 2006b. Attention. Most Wanted If you have a warrant or summons, you may turn yourself into the Gilchrist County Sheriff's Office located at 9239 S. US Hwy 129 in Trenton. To avoid processing delays for first appearance, please show up at the Sheriff's Office no later than 5:00 am. In addition, at anytime of the day or night, you may call. the GCSO Communications Center at (352) 463-3181 and ask for a deputy sheriff to pick you up. Tipsters can remain anonymous. DURON WILLIAMSON'S TREE SERVICE Licensed and Insured S a All Phases of Tree Work S Fromtrimming to Callfor FREE Estimates cell 352-318-3610 home 386-935-2180 complete removal and haul-off. Light land clearing, clearing of right-of-ways, and debris haul-offs. Bobcat service available. Gator Storage Traitor Rentals 352-372-6206 Pole Barns Crane Service Truss Setting 18-in Auger (352) 543-6643 P. O. Box 218 Otter Creek, Florida 32683 Lic. No. RB0031694 '111U,13- Iull"l, vv vru ~ vu IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR GILCHRIST COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO. 21-2004-CA-Q25 DAVID H. HART ANDKRISTY L. HART, Plaintiff vs. JOHNNIE C. GRIFFITH AND UNKNOWN PARTIES IN POSSESSION Defendant. NOTICE OF ACTION TO: JOHNNIE C GRIFFITH ; and UNKNOWN PARTIES IN POSSESSION YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that an Amended Complaint for Foreclosure of a Mortgage, has been filed by Plaintiff, DAVID H. HART and KRISTY L. HART in Gilchrist County, Florida; and you are required to serve a. copy of your answer or other pleading on the, plaintiff's attorney,. RAY 1E THOMAS, JR. of RAY E. THOMAS, JR. P.A., at Post Office Box 39 Bell. Florida 32619, and file: the onginal answer or pleading in the office of the Clerk of the above-. named.Court on or before the March S27, 2006. . SIF YOU FAIL TO DO SO, judgment by default will be taken against you for the relief demanded in the complaint. SWITNESS my hand and official seal, this 3rd day of March, 20006. JOSEPH W. GILLIAMN C Clerk of the.Circuit Court S Gilchnst County. Florida Post Office Bo\ 37 S Trenton, Florida 32693 (SEAL)" :. By Lyndsay P.Ayers Deputy: Clerk. Pub March 9. 16. 2006b LEGAL NOTICE The Earl) Learning Coalition of the Nature Coast. serving CirruS. Di\re. Gilchrist. Le\. and Sumter Courntes., v.ill be faciliatjinc the Earl, Lerrung Coalition of the Nature Coast Board of Director, Meetiner. on the first Wednesday. of e\ er monih at variouss locations. The Apnl. Ma',. jnd June '2006 meetings vill be held at the Gilchrist Count:, School Distict Building. 310 N\ ldth A\enue. Trenton. FL 32693. beginning at 9:00 a.m. Public participation is \welcome Pub March 2. 2006b INVITATION TO BID Item: Bell Librar Remodeling Project Bid#:02.13.06 ANNt)iNCE1MEiI: " Notice is hereby given that Bidq Proposals will be received on the follow. irg. by the To n of Bell until 12 0iCi pm on. March 22, 20(16 in the Town Hall located at 3240 W. Railroad Lane, Bell, FL 32619. Final Bid Selection will be made Sbyt the To. n Council.on April 6, 2006 at the Regular Meleting at 7: 00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as can. be heard lf, ou hase any questions. please call 35"2-463-6288. e Please address all bids to: Town of Bell P.O. Box 116 Bell,FL 32619 Please submit ten (10) copies of the bid. Bids should be marked with the Bid # and Town of Bell Bell Library Remodeling Project. Bid. Staff of Town of Bell may review Bids prior to the public hearing in order to communicate with contractors regarding specifications, pricing, etc. Please be advised that the Town of Bell reserves the right to waive formalities in any Bid, to accept or reject any or all Bids in whole or in part, with-or without cause, and to accept the Bid that in their judgment 'will be in the best interest of the Town of Bell. SCOPE OF WORK: The Town of Bell intends to contract the remodeling of the Bell Library to include: 1) Modification and repair of roof. 2) Create accessible opening in wall between the Library and adjoining room. 3) Removal of an attached back room. Pub. March 9, 16, 2006b. Hall Available 5S2-465-1501 - ~ Paine Twelve GTLCHRIST COUNTY JOURNAL 'THURSDAY. MARCH. 9. 2006 SAutomobiles 1984 CHEVY 1-TON: 6.2 diesel, good work truck, gooseneck, $1,200 obo. Call 463-3700. tfnb,2-9 Woodland Craft Signs. 463-7135 WHEEL TOWN 352-493-2835 Call for Directions 10 Miles South of Chiefland'off 345 '01 Mercury Grand Marquis, 4-Door, fully loaded 40KMiles........ $8,975 '04 Honda Eement, 4-Door, fully equipped, auto, air, 29K miles, Ball.Fact. War... $14,975 '03 Ford Taurus 4-Door.SE, fully loaded, 40Kmiles.... $8,975 '02 Ford Ranger XL, 6-cyl, auto, air. 40K Miles................ $7,975 ' 02 lu Trooper LS. a-Door -uiI, iosaeo. 6S u rr.i $11,975 02 Cri^e Slv i.-a L: U 'tr3 i 4 .,1 3 r. V8,. auiu o.jvm i i,*iel ,e $13,975 1) I I :u -raso,. Cior, Ja. pE. 3 .4-Cyllinde, 48Kmies, clean...... $6,975 '98 Chevy 3/4 ton flatbed, V8, auto, : ,:i 3.: 0; ,1 cLea, $7,975 CREDIT UNIONS WELCOME Warranties Available www.wheelio rni.com rS lL^ I ICKE CITV- Teaching Assistant I ' Permanent Part-time Position E \enings and weekends 213 Durn Das Assti srudenis and tfaulr, .',ih compraer program offered ir Cullegei ide Learrarg Lab. Pro' ide jcadi nc inJd technological support for students and faulir, lMuist ha. minimum of 32 .semc.ter hours of college and uIv, \earI icachiri-g as.'ijanir experience Addit.onal ?2 hour; ma r b ub'irtuie ifr one )ejr c\perience Special corsiderjiorn gi.en to applicants L i As'.sciL'ae degree or certificate in related area Compuicrliterjc, a miu.l Strong math skills desired ,alqry$1 0.40 per hour - Application deadline: March 24, 2006' College applicatnor required Application and position deiils available on the web at: n-a s .1aecir cc cdu Inquines: Human Resources 149 SE College Place Lake City, FL 32025 Phone: (386) 5-.4-1314 Fax: (386) 754-4594 E-mail: boettcherg@lakecitycc.edu LCCC is accredited by the .Southern Association of College- and Scho.als VP ADAE E. :Ei College in Education & Employment For Sale 1 KENMORE WASHER & GAS DRYER: Run great and look good. $50 each. For more info. Call (386) 935-4090. ltp,3-9 9N FORD TRACTOR & imple- ments for sale. 12-volt system, runs well. Disk, mower; blade; hay fork, -0 plow and more. Call 46 Bell. 1989 BRENDELLA S BOAT: 351 Windsor V8 800 hours, asking $6,000. 0363. CAMPER FOR SALE: sure-Way ultimate con Impeccably maintained b owner. 66,000 miles, $24 352-463-6527. BEDS: Queen thick. orho o,)w-top mattresses and bo New in plastic with warra rifice, $160. King availa (352) 372-8588. Yard Sale SCLASSIFIEDS k CLASSIFIED ADS $4.50 MINIMUM FOR 20 WORDS. 5 CENTS EACH ADDITIONAL WORD. , rWantedoTBuy I j-zLILz i. REAL ESTATE WANTED Tim- ber and land tracts of 1,000 acres or tfnb.2-16 more wanted for immediate acquisi- SKI/TOW tion. All cash bu\ er Contact Mark 8 inboard, Allender, Broker at 352-281-3767. Call 221- -2tb, 2-23-3-2 REAL ESTATE WANTED: Cash tfn,8-4 for your house or land, quick clos- 1996Plea- ing.asi Call772-201-1115. pact RV. t fnb,3-24 y ongdrigil WANTED-TRACTORS: Old, 500. Call rusty, broken, ugly, dead, alive, abandoned. Call 'Sonny 352-472- tfnb,12-9 1387 or 352-256-7275, keep trying, pedic,pil- thanks. .\ spnngs. tfnb,ll-6 anty. Sac- RETIRED REMODELING ble $225. CONTRACTOR: Wanung to buN homes or mobile homes with land fnb- needing repair, 493 -'8-l Lfnb. 1-16 s$ St. John the Esangelist, Highway 27A. Ch;efland. Sat Nlarch 4. 8 AM to4 PM. Lois of e\cellentsec- "7 ond hand items Come on over and you are sure to find a treasure. S ltp. 3-2 8-5. Fri. & Sat.. 4th Street and 6th A enue. Trenton. (3-Famil I Itp 3:2 Tri-Count3 Nursing Hor da.. March 3.9 to 2. Procee to Multiple Sclerosis. |Pets & Suppl ANEW PETGROONMIN in Chietland. The Paradise .ace i3521 493-0606 Livestock 6-LLAMAS: $300 and up. find a good home. For mo motion call -63-6590Toni ;' *. -. -2tp , Beast Feast Raffle Tick On Sale Now at the Gilchrist County Jour 207 North Main Street -T ie, Fri- MUSICIANS MUSICIANS NEEDED: Guniarit. bassist. for up start band Countrl/ rock foratl Must ha\e osn equip- ment and trans.portalon Call 352- 356-007,0 or 352--498-7783 4-p.3-9-3-30 . WANTED ds to go WANTED: Someone to re-level a 32 \ 80 MH 352-472-4166 or 352- lib 3-2 317-3851. lease message it no an- lt swer : I / 2tp3:-9"-3"6 ies I SHOP Pet Pal- Services A BIG STUMP! A LITTLE tinb,3-9 STUMP!: We grind them all Langs- ton Tree Ser ice. Inc -4910-4456 ifnb.2-22 DIXIE MONUMENT: Old Tosn Want to Since 1992 Visit our displa\ on reinfor- Hwy. 19 at C&C Growers, 9 am-5 Smith. pm, Mni. Sat. or call toll free 1-. 3-9_.316 87"-542-3432 for appointment to \ sli our shop & main office at 1471 ets NE 5 12 A ene Iue100's of stones in stock, computer specialist io assist nal you in creating a lasting tribute to. renton ] the life of your loved one. Hometown Realty of North FLnc. Natalie Rankin Licensed Real Estate Broker 1310 North Main Street Bell, Florida 32619 Office: (352) 463-9001 Toll Free: (800) 463-9001 Fax: (352) 463-9008 e-mail: hometownrealtynf@bellsouth.net 3/2 Home on 5 Acres $172,000 MLS#751663 MEW lISTIMG 3/2 Home on 5 Acres $289,900 MLS#751716 .NEW LISTING 3/2 DW Home on 8 5 Acres $155,900 MLS#751687 5 Acre Deed Rest. lot 2/2 Mobile Home 3/2 DW Home 4 Available in town on 5 Acres $88,500 MLS#751658 $69,900 MLS#750043 $175,900 MLS#751676 LOTS & ACREAGE .27 ACRE LOT IN IRA BEA OASIS High and Dry, 2"well, Septic $ 37,900 .50 ACRE LOT well, septic and power pole, east of Trenton NEW $ 29,900 .50 ACRE LOT IN BRONSON $ 24,900 1 ACRE LOT North of Bell. Great Price $ 22,500 1 ACRE WOODED LOT IN BELL $ 26,900 1 ACRE HOME READY with septic and well in Bell NEW $ 39,900 2.5 ACRES Cleared North of Bell NEW $ 46,900 4 ACRES IN THE TOWN OF BELL w/power pole, septic and well $150,000 4.5 ACRES ON SUWANNEE RIVER, Buildable with high banks $799,000 5 ACRE PARCEL Deed Restricted Subdivision, four available NEW $ 88,500 5 ACRES IN NORTHERN GILCHRIST CO., nice pasture grass $ 70,000 5 ACRES ON PAVED ROAD, CR 337 Comer lot REDUCED $124,900 6 ACRES, Well, Septic, & Planted Pines $ 93,500 6 ACRES, cleared & fenced $ 85,000 17 + ACRES cleared, close to town $225,000 40 ACRES Well, Septic, Power Pole, 20x40 Pole Barn, 7yr old. Pines $399,000 MLS#751568 MLS#750444 MLS#750509 MLS#750928 MLS#751583 MLS#751289 MLS#749862 MLS#751745 MLS#751658 MLS#750222 MLS#751025 MLS#751424 MLS#751281 MLS#751132 www.hometownrealtynf.com I-I EOuu* COWSINGI OPPOTnUNtrY Services 1 Services TRACTOR SERVICE Box Blad- ing, Bush Hogging. 352-284-2628. 3tb. 3-2-3-16 WILL PICK UP scrap iron, car- parts & motors, batteries, trans- missions, radiators, aluminum, tin, window ws. la\ nmo% er!boat motors. room air conditioners, electnc %ire & tubing. small loads of appliances - no charge for appliances, any other debris, reasonable piice Call Bud'- dy Bell at 352-463-7738. lip2:9 [ ELATED C.: Stone. ELMORE'S SlIMI BRICK & STONE, IN( stucco. permanent mob ski-ung Free Estimates 70th A\enue. Trenton 214--302 Fa\ 352-472.11 ABL HAILING. garage model debris removed, ir appliance. pressure %\ash estimates and 8 \ears e' Call 472-6164 or 278-260L BOB OSBORNE TREE SER- VICE, INC.: 70 ft bucket truck. hydraulic loader truck. stump grind- er.. Free Estmales Insured 352- 463-9100. PRESSURE \WASHIN( PAINTING: Reasonable F pendable. insured and pro Shamrock Ser ices. 352- da\ or evening and weekends s tifnb.l 1- l IRON FREE'S own high purit NIANDOX %ide-specirum/tnrple action filtraion S\stem remo\ es ron. tannin. sulfur. manganese. turbidit\. bad taste, bad odor Kills bacteria No more stained figures. dingy clothes. Lo, cost. lo\s main- tenance. guaranteed. Call today for FREE WATER TEST. No obliga- tion. $795 to $1,995. IRON-FREE Well Water Company, Inc., Roy Jones. Opr. Mlgr. 352-542-9817 or ,WILSON HOME CENTER 352- i463-2068. L-800-437-1128 ANY- TIME: **'- . tfnb,4-28 ,BUILDING CONTRACTOR: CBC0 1'l40 Custom homes built on your lot. Precision Development, PO Box 249, 26761 SE Hwy. 19, Old Town, 352-542-8416 tfnb,7-15 NIOWER & CHAINSAi. PARTS Siihl. Husqamrna. A p. Murras. .:Sears, MTD. Briggs. Kohler. Robin. and Honda. Blades for most mos ers. Beauchamp Saw Shop 493-4904 Stfn, 1-03 TREES, TREES, TREES: Langs- ton Tree Service. Inc 490-4-456 tfnb,2-22 TIM POWELL ELEC Sinsiallationsand repairs. insured State. Reg #E Call (352) 463-2155. F_ I ,1~ rI I 7S~uwani~"~~n~ee TRIC: New licensedand IHelp Wanted I Help Wanted SSTAFF ASSISTANT: Gilchrist County has an opening for an Ad- ministrative Assistant. This full- time position includes retirement and health benefits. Job descrip- tions are available. upon request Applications may be obtained from and should be returned to the Coun- ty Administrator's Office at 209 SE FirstStreet, Trenton, FL 32693. or emailed to blamner@'gilchrist.il.us GilchristCount\ is an EOE'DFWP 2b,3-h-?-9 -C13002453. FLOOR PERSON. FT position.: Se,.p onl1 need apply Please apple. rfnb.l 1-25 at Tri-Count. Nursing home. 7280 SW SR 26. Trenion. FL DFWP,' SEOE. ver : Valley Christian i Academy ile 'home NOW ACCEPTING APPLICA- 6789 SE TIONS for 2006-2007 enrollment 47 -5542. We offer CORPORATE TAX i4"2- CREDIT SCHOLARSHIP Appli- fnb-9- 15 cautions available March I. 2(006 TEACHING POSITIONS AVAIL- . .ard, re- ABLE. Must be of good moral ash. junk. character. Experience in teaching ung Free Sunda\ School Bible School and.or perience homeschooling helpful 352-463-. 659 l~LzNucirn rMs AUTO TECH: We are in need of an experienced ASE/GM mechanic experienced in all phases of today's GM vehicles. Candidate should have a clean: driving record, own tools, training will be a.must! No weekends. Fax resume to Scoggins in Chiefland @ 352-4934277 or e- mail vernon l:'bellsouth net 2tb,3-2-3-9 GM BODY SHOP MANAGER: Salary plus commission, call Vic- tor @ 352-493-4263:or fax resume to 352-493-1815. Scoggins Chevy- Buick. ' tfab,1-19 A/C INSTALLER: Duct Mechan- ic, AkJns Heating and Air Condi- tion. 463-2380. Jim King Realty, Inc. Realtor i Ml -a S ;. Main Ofice i352 493-2221 Igs * "- 315 N Main Street (uS-19), Chieland, FL32626 S Fanning Springs Brarcn Ottice -1352 463-6144 or 542-0009 O 17871 UJS Hwy 19 Fanning Springs, FL 32693 Suwannee Branch Office (352) 542-9007 U 23382 SE 349 HMy. Suwannee, FL32692 E.:uA.,,'i urhice,'ll mv.ingrealtycom or wwww imlingrealtycon REALTOpR 1569. Mrs Liz Mucciarone or Mrs. in. 8-18 Janie Da is lib.3-9 : SHelp Wanted | PROFESSIONAL DRIVERS. tinb.5-26 home eer night. Full benefits G, AND package Dr) bulk & flatbed pos-l rices.de- unons at New berry Terminal Com- ifessibnal. mercial Carrier Corp 866-300- 463-1 12 5759 2tb 3-9-3-16 . LOADER, TRENCHER. EQUIP. OPERATOR Must ha\e os\n trans Clean dri ing record. E\p. a plus. Please call 352-472-2616. ltb.3-2 SMALL ENGINE TECH needed for las\ n and garden center. Must hase exp Medical and retirement available Call GBS at 463-2738 ask for Clinton. .. tfnb. 3-2 LAUNDRY PERSON FT Swing Shift, 6 AM to 2 PM and 2 AM to 11030 PM EBery third weekend ,off. E\p preferred and harduork- ing team player Fill out application at Ayers.Healthi Rehab, 606 NE 7th' St., Trenton or fa\ resume to 352- 463-7'710 Recent applicants need not.apply: . S ltb:3-2 CNAs ALL SHIFTS Tn-County Nursing Home. Take advantage of sign on bonus and differentials, 7280 SW SR 26, Trenton. DFWP/ EOE. 2tb, 3-2-3-9. Suenniee Rici Hidajuav 312 ili home netled on r, acre on ihe Saeuanree Rjir- Loraecd SAV of Chielland iiih oct I1liI oni Rjisr PecMfNul SCeild on aC'aJi .ii'jl $nVi.1),11 i l t = t .7H5t-3t1 o.--)='ta 222 1 VERY t\ E LLUlNT.uTiNED MOBiLEHOME on 5+ F\'o.dd ,'ir e Thi' tprupenv ha6 a lot i. otftr Open loor: piln A. rgre 12 \ 1"rr iullipl purpu.e toori L.itrgc R i..rrn tav.cln ic flt r., two heds and or.ri I 'Co., e r.r I i ,:i SChiclland 15Ul1.1111.1 iLMH-75ihek? .2. 4,i3.222 Louelv /12 MH IlIh j boejufully Ijndisuped 71 ja lhtl On the tackL fhis hime wu ll find a causim builth ctod deck c hai towers the tlnglh ,I ih h,.,rr-, II his bull in riorage c.iripanj.micnr and i, silljitd "c I.aL ''.-Iu tlll eCiroy t c Ih su and the pool iThe lot ha.s a, paik lie remrig thai t1 beauulully landscaped, including ifuill Irc All thi dloe i, ihe Si ajnrir Ri.cr. ihe Gull io Mch.isr, huppirg., schools golf co:ure. uijie p.,rk<" SELLER .A1E ilMOTiATiED V4tL HAVE REDUrCD THE PPJCE FOR A QUICK SALt CALL T(,DA'I ." SHOtl'i BL AFPoiINTMENT irNLO' 5'S itLMH. Call Us For More Listings! .. ig . 10 acri htrse firm iti 3/2 MH 32 \ 4.~- ljll rhorie jmn *uick room eknced & t1iss lenied :MHI h ia main up7padrt. .\~N isctoned poirh. ,It I 16 cocrtd porch. 22 sA 2i orpon, m et ruof. 41) gal wj-tc hier, lire place, uA. loonring in livtlng r.rm. nrc retr.geratlr, landn hiihen. & much nore A trubl teauhful place vyou mur ,'.c COie o i oibppiri, 4schoiol. ihe Suanriee Riwr. ihe Gull of Mei\ii. Gaineriilk and tajijl '" SHOWN B'I LPPCiOfTMENT ONLYV' .. St12',i:i.i iLMH.75.i43.--Rv) 3524 tr,.1444 ,:r 5442.111ilTl NEED ROOM.M' tLi0k. n. further' Th1, 12 D\\iWMH in ac MOL hais 11 ll' Large masici bedroom .'glajiour bjih. lrge living ioom aih fire place, porgeous kllchre .i Isde by side rIfnigeraur. full pantry. JdhI 'hhr. tar, nles dcd sinks,. buili in dicrie arIc, ifamtily lOmr and th.il', iOl1y ihie rilde On Ith cusd. i il r.ofu2. 2 c.r do carpn. screenn room, ailr.ihoip *,'heai and au., fIced gardert aJcj resprif l, kli ced pcl jar., 2 cll., eletinc gajl .peoer..pjfjac c ltlrin ple r 'i2 "-cpi I ,J. lei 'clir,.r ", P 'r._ l rit [ .iand rn: r e l.C 1' ti ; SIiu: aanree j'-.er,-rad tie GCul ., ktiuL. *"* SHOWNil BY APPOINTMENT ONL Y'" .. S' lwirll (IDMH.5 li..l;rJi7.Jl 7 I . lr,'.t-, 14 or 54..'-mii1 ijioll io,:uiri o-maunrsriyr it, Cu:lnm Bulli Homr unda r ..ninrjtl;,..lr in ehidren friendly : ri oihlt.,ith,:,d Spa .rui 'pl l ..i' plan t, 2 , car garage. Large master suite. Offered at $201,500.00. (LR-751312) 352493-2221 FOR SALE SCIA Visit our website at: www.lancasterrealty.biz LANCASTER- RIZA" mil D. Deen Lancaster, Lie. Real:Estate Broker 510 E Wade Street Trenton, FL 32693 .. ... .... GORGEOUS4BR/3BA on 2 Acres, pool, outdoor kitchen & more! $390,000 MLS# 750683 LAKEFRONT Home on .30 Acres, 3BR/3BA; many upgrades, MLS# 749518 $230,000 LOVELY DWMH on shaded 1.01 acres, New Roof, 4BR/2BA, MLS# 749863 $95,000 LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! 3BR/1.5BA in City, MLS# 751063 $84,900 SE ,REI,1UOr INCREDIBLE RIVERFRONT home on 10.5 Acres, 5BR/2BA MLS# 745914 $595,000 -.W 2000 DWMH 4BR/2BA on acre comer lot, Deed Restricted, garage / workshop, $125,000 MLS# 751226 BEAUTIFUL BRICK home on 20 Acres,- 4BR/2BA, MLS# 749034 $499,000 UNDER CONSTRUCTION 4BR/2BA, 5 Acres Gated- Community MLS#750191 $369,900- Simulation of Home being Constructed- COZY 2BR/1BA on % acre in City of Trenton, hardwood floors, $125,000 MLS# 751263 COTTAGE STYLE 2BR/1BA home on 1.68 Acres (mol), $185,000 MLS# 750664 BEAUTIFUL 4BR/2BA on 5 Acres, Lanai, above ground pool, $399,900 MLS# 750833 GORGEOUS 1998 DWMH on 3.16 Acres, 3BR/2BA MLS# 750438 $149,900 ***Vacant Land*** 58 ACRES already platted and ready for development, located on CR 334 in Trenton, MLS# 751350 $950,000 60.42 ACRES in Otter Creek, can be subdivided into 2 acre lots, MLS# 749792 $650,000 78.80 ACRES of planted pines, great potential to divide, pines 8 years old, current straw lease, paved HWY frontage, MLS# 751204 $1,680,000 10 ACRES in Bell on paved HWY, only minutes from Bell Schools, may be dividable into 1 acre tracts, with possible annexation into town of Bell which will allow 1.2 acre tracts, dividability will need to be satisfied through Town of Bell and Gilchrist County Building and Zoning, MLS# 751034 $197,500 Visit our website at www.Iancasterrealty.biz for more vacant land listings. .1 Don Thomas Lorene Thomas Realty, Inc. Sales Associate Highway 19/98 P.O. Box 1653 Old Town, Florida 32680 Business (352) 542-8568 Fax (352) 542-8566 . Cell (352) 221-5422 e-mail: RealtyThomas@aol.com Earn ohice as independenrtl Oaned and Operated Is Pre-qualification Importadt?. - You have found the perfect home for your family. E .crhing down to the last detail is perfect.. During the process of writing your offer, you learn that there is another offer coming in from another agent. Sounds impossible right? Wrong, In this market, it is not uncommon for their to be multiple offers on listings. - A good way for you to make your offer look biner, is I., acci:'mpjnr it with a pre-qualificainon ler from your bank. A pre-qualification lets the Seller know that you are serious about buying a home. That you have already been to a bank and you can qualify for a loan to buy their home. - In addition, it is a good idea to get pre-qualified prior to looking at homes. This will allow you to know just how much home you can afford, and let you .know where you stand as far as down payment and other terms are concerned. - A pre-qualification is not final approval. It simply means that you have applied for a mortgage, and that you can afford a certain amount. The Lender will have to look at the whole package, you and the home to obtain a final approval. - Bottom line, the pre-approval will set your mind as well as the sellers mind ,at ease while negotiating with you. I. M. PARI1S(Il REIALTRS Inarpasl r-ib.con .L CLr,%, X VY I' I~MR ffmw I -~,--,---p----~--y--- --a Ir A - II I .. _, _:-_,1 .- 1 ZI ! ," j AIUt THURSDAY. MARCH 9. 2006 GILCHRIST COUNTY JOURNAL Page:Thirteen [ Help Wanted WE ARE BUSY!! Real Estate Associate Wanted. New Licens- ee? We will train. Great Oppor- tunity. Mail or Fax Resume to Phillips Realty, P.O. Box 1251, High Springs, Fl- 32655 Fax: 386-454-4853. tfnb,2-23 REAL ESTATE SECRETARY/ ASSISTANT wanted in busy office that can offer their multi-task efforts and enthusiasm to work within a ,team. Must have real estate .office experience. Send resume to: PO Box 545, Chiefland, Florida 32644. tfnb,3-3 FT/PT EXPERIENCED main- tenance man needed immediately. Also a FT/PT experienced cook needed immediately. Apply within at the Lighthouse Restaurant. Help Wanted RN, 3-11, F/T Charge Nurse. Come join our progressive team; new increased shift differential, sign up bonus. Tri-County Nursing Home, 463-1222, DFWP, EOE. 2tb. 2-23-3-2 WAITRESS, COOK WASHER: Only serio ply. Call for appointmer 7670. &. DISH- C LAS SIFIEDS' CLASSIFIED ADS $4.50 MINIMUM FOR 20 WORDS. 5 CENTS EACH ADDITIONAL WORD. A h W an'ted us need ap- KID'S WORLD PRESCH nt, 352-463- ACCEPTING APPLICA for a part-tme teacher's 4tb,2-9-3-2 from 2:30 6:30 pm. Must d n l b to qnlL WE ARE BUSY! Real Estate As- sociate Wanted. New Licensee? We' will train. Great Opportunity. Mail or fax resume to Phillips Realty, P.O. Box 1251, High Springs, FL 32655; fax: 386-454-4853. t'fnb,2-23 4ilktriit Countp 3tournal (352) 463-7135 Trenton I & HApartments orRent 718 NE 7th Place #905 Trenton, FL 32693 No Accepting Applications 1, 2, & 3 BR HC & Non-HC apartments.: Rental assistance may be available. 352-463-7106, TDD/TTY 711 :. Equal Housing Opportunity. 3 BD 2 BA D\ IH n :,.rie landscaped acre Eir-in-kichen island, flesh Carpet and paint. Deeded river access to the Ichiuciknee nird Sjnla Fe Rivers. Sanfa Fe River ac re i ilh ri'.r fr,:,nijee \ have >se\ejal largerparcels to choos::'e from a ith ja aery ,f frt'orinae in C.ihr ii C unr, Call us for all of ihe wonderfull de ils. II 2 Cres (Comer r pr'pernr p\aed road fTcnltage, fenced. %ell. scpiic, power, ph'rone, carport, sill,. cedar treis, fruit.and nut trees, juil minutes from Lake ; CityorI-75. i:ii.ii ' 5.0 Acres Paved culde Sic, fenced. 1200 planned cedar trees, pasture, easy Scommuline o Lake Cir, ,r Gaines ilk le .S I.I.i ... 5 I( Acre. Paved triod ccrner I.i lbh >,dll, sepnc. pner. iraiel Irailer. airport, S. et up tji,tarqqij.LaIq.edI. !itc4j.1in in Columrribid county iliii .100i. Several I 1.1 acre parcels to choose from that will gite :,ou deeded never aicess itc Sthe icheruknee and Sjnia Fe Rjiers Spring is lusi around the corner Getl ';urts rino before the.\ re all ll to r deijils 5.0 Gorgeous Acres in north Gikhrist County. Just off paved county road. Bell. school districts and jas, commule 10 Lake City, High Springs, Gainesville. \'cr prjmale and quiet area inr.,il '- 2 Bedronm, 2 Bath DWMH.' Very v.ell ikepi 2002 home on 5.0 acres in nornherre Gilchris County. Secluded but not fair LTim amreniics Out building. Come and Enjoy the Counrr Life" $107,900 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath DWIMH Fireplace, dining room; eat-in kitchen, living room, family room and more! All this on 3.3 well groomed acres with paved road ft'riaige Extremeli ell kept home, ii juit needs a family to come and k ,.e iii 1 2 0 ,1:11: . *'-. 3.19 Spectacular acres in a Su'~nnee Rier ajcess community. .Wooded area, with large oaks throughout. Ljfaiyete CountyS 35,00 ' Call 1-800-643-6971 Sinfo@Dhillipsrealtvland.com ' I MA See more of our listings @ ww.phillipsrealtyland.com L. Frank Grant Realty L. Frank Grant LIC. REAL ESTATE BROKER 216-A.N. Main St., Trenton, FL 32693 352-463-2817 FAX (352) 463-2479 EQU"LHPUS4G Ifgr@bellsouth.net ,..... We List To Sell! MLS 818 SW 5th Street Trenton 4 BR/2 BA frame house, 3 acres, 2,156 sq. ft., large trees-nice area, room to build another home or 2. MLS#748358. Price $175,000. For additional information on our listings and virtual tours. Visit our website at www.lfrankgrant.com East Side of Gilchrist County 3 ac tract plus four (4) 5 ac tracts w/planted pines on Co. Grade Rd. Priced at $90,000 each. MLS#750923-750927 Lil Lake City NW 60th Street 9.2 ac Planted Pines, MLS#749600 Reduced $125,000. 10 AC off Santa Fe on 95th PL 4" well-cross fenced-ready for horse or new home. MLS#749774 Reduced $145,000. 9.92 AC NW 52nd CT Clear pasture land-fencing MLS#749884 Only $140,000. 20 AC NW 18th Way Wooded, $260,000. 20 AC 30th Street in Bell Wooded, $215,000. ui 'iiuoma. stop uy ti' appi 352-463-3555. VACANCIES GILCHRISTCOUN SCHOOLS Teacher Aide, Pre-I Special Needs. Bell Elerrientary Scho High school diploma or eqi Associate of Arts degree or at least 6U credit hours fr accredited intlmuluonn. or a score on an approt ed sta required. CDA Requi Teacher Aide Trenton Elementar' Sc High school diploma or eqi Associate of Arts degree or at least 60 credit hours fr accredited insututior or a passing score on an ia state test required. CDA R f Help Wanted I Help Wanted 1 IO NL.IS Temporary Teacher Aide MTIONS assisTrenton Elementary School assistant, have HS High school diploma or equivalent. Associate of Arts degree or higher, at least 60 credit hours from an r fn.2-9 accredited institution. or a passing score on an approt ed state test required. CDA Required. T Guidance Counselors (Andicipa4ed Vacancies) : Distnct-Wide K, Masters Degree and Flonda certification preferred ool ui\alent Speech/Language Pathologist r higher. (K-121 om ar, District-,.ide passing Bachelor's Degree in Speech. te test Language Patholog. Communica- red tion Disorders from an accredited educational institution Flonda : hool certification in Speech.Language. ui talent Pathology and or licensure in r higher. Speech Language Paiholog% oin an School Psychologist . ': DisLrict-tde proved Master's Degree from an accredited required institution. Certification cot enng School Psychology Temporary Teacher Aide Trenton Elementary School High school diploma or equi% talent Associate of Arts degree or higher, at least 60 credit hours from an accredited insiitution.. or a passing score on an approved state test required :Teacher Aide . Trenton Elementar\ School High school diploma or equialent. Associate of Arts degree or higher. at least 60 credit hours from an accredited institution. or a passing score on an appro% ed state test required. Teacher Aide Alternative Education Central Campus High school diploma or equivalent Associate of Arts degree or higher, at least 60 credit hours from an accredited institution, or a passing score on an appro ,ed state test required Smith & Associates, c. '. w : ww.slgmac.com Brad Smith Licensed Real Estate Broker MLS# 750461 $55,000 2BR/1BA .: .71 Acre Hoe is great shape ith ne, Iloohrs And paint.: Great rental, call tiodj\ NMLS# 749710 $155,000 4BR/2BA 3.21 Acres , Beautiful home site! Large mobile Home with lots to offer. Located In Old Town, call today! MLS# 751176 $230,000 4BR/3BA 14.19 Acres New and spacious mobile home in Gilchrist County. Plenty to offer. MLS# '51733 $135,000 3BR/2BA .82Acres Lovely home in Cirl ofChietland Home features large Inting area. Fireplace and much more $170, 000 MLS #751069 4BR/2BA 6.64 Acres. Home features beautiful Pasture with large sprawling Oaks. MLS# 751581 $330,000 3BR/2BA 20 Acres Room to Roam! Plenty of pasture, Large scattered oaks, and fenced/cross-fenced. MLS# 749843 142,500 3BR.'2B .22Acres * NEW hoiii in The Trails' S D. Citi limlts .f'Chiefland. (#1C) I ;^^.. ILS# 750651 $195,000 3BR/2BA 2 Acres Great deed restricted area. Well built block/stucco home. MLS# .750908 $369,900 3BR/2BA 5 Acres- Hfome has much to offer. Please Call for details, a must see: MLS# 751728 $389,900 3BR/2BA 5 Acres Brick home features open floor Planw/ vaulted ceilings. Split Floor plan w/ eat-in kitchen. $475,000 MLS #747172 3BR/2BA .50 Acres High ceilings w/open floor Plan. Should be finished 2006. MLS #750531 $499,900 3BR/2BA 7.2 Acres Commercial Poteitial. Too many features. Call Katrina Havelock-Realtor @ 352-463-7770 * l '.^ .. $795,000 MLS #750772 3 BR 2 BA 40.46 Acres Beautiful and well kept home. Too many features to list. Call Today for appointment. Don't miss Out on this one. SHelp Wanted Substitute Teachers High School Diploma or Equivalent. Contact the District Office for an application and more information. Highly Qualified. Substitute Teacher Pool We are accepting applications forour Highly Qualified Substi- tute Teacher Pool. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree or higher with a current or Former teaching certificate in a core subject area. Once approved. highly qualified substiiutes wouldd be eligible for substituting at $130 a dai in pre-appro ed situa- tions where there is a long-term absence in a core subject area All other daily substituting nould be at current daily rates Contact the 'Distnct Of ice tor an application .and more information. .11 Acres $12,1000 Land in grecj school dlisriti' .23 Acres $34,91111 Close I,:t sch:oil. shopping & reireii':, n .31 Acre $39,50J1 Special zoning .41 Acres : S 39,900 Mlulli-Re'd nlial zoning.'n pieni il. Trenion Ci) limits 1 Acre .. JO.itle ,l.s, lo i, er '. no fl::dinmg 1.00 Acre $39,900 Nice lot close to golf course. 3 individual lots sold-separately. 1.25 Acres 29,9iui Great homesite 1.93 Acres $169,9111 Largc spratlirg 'iks i bejui,,ul i eacr NieV. 4.74 Acres $82,500 Deed Restricted "Saddlebrook" S.'D 4.77 -Acres' $82500 Deed Restricted "Saddlebrook" S'D 4.77 Acres. $85,,00) Dee-J R~strnicd lNewn DW MH-2 a allabke 4.78 Acres $73,000 Close to River w/o Flooding. 4.79 Acres $82,500 Deed Restricted "Saddlebrook" S/D. - 4;81 Acres, $82,500 Deed Restricted "Saddlebrook" S/D. 5.00 Acres $349,900 Commercial property in City limits of Bell. 5 Acres $75,000 Property located in heart of Bell. 5 Acres $75,000 Located off major highway! 5 Acres $79,900 Beautiful property located in horse farm community. 5 Acres $79,900 Nice acreage in Chiefland. 5 Acres $85,000 Deed Restricted to Site Built Homes. Three individual lots available. 5 Acres $80,000 Deed Restricted "Homes Only". Two tracts available each $80,000. Purchased together for $150,000. 5 Acres $90,000 Nice tract in Trenton off CR 334-A.. 5 Acres $95,000 Old homesite, sold "as is". 5 Acres $140,000 Planted in 12 yr old pines. 5.52 Acres $75,000 This is a 3 sided parcel located in Trenton. 7 Acres $124,900 Property off Cow Pond Rd Old Town. 9.62 Acres $149,900 Deed restricted to new doublewide MH's. 9.63 Acres $149,900 Deed restricted to new doublewide MH's. 10 Acres $109,900 Wooded parcel on country setting. 10 Acres $129,900 Well, septic and power pole. elp Wanted Bus Driver Trainees; Substitute Bus Drivers. High School Diploma. 40 hours of in-service training will be provided for qualified ap- plicants. Flexible training hours. Part of the training prepares trainees for the dn er portion of the Class B Florida CDL. For in- formation or questions, contact the Transportation Department at (352) 463-3230. Obtain and submit application to: Gilchrist Couniv School Distnct, 310 NW lth Avenue, Trenton, FL 32693 (-352) 463-3200. * Application may be do nloaded at. '. wu gilchnsischools.orgTPerson- nel.hptm#Applicanon 10 Acres 139,91i0 Land parnally clercd jnd read. f:r .,.ur home 10 Acres 9....... .1 00 Secluded prupern ,t ie utrLees 10 Acres 150,00i Planted in Pines 10.0 Acres $169,900 Has j ell. sepic,, iand poucr p'Ile 111.0 Acres $195,1ii111 High jrid Dr,' 10.26 Acre's 149,900 "Homeis Onl% Chitiland :14.97 Acres- $199,900. Property in Bell ready for home. Two ja ailablell 20.110 Acres $406,11j Well, epiic & power pole. 20.0 Acre, $199,900 Dividable! 21 Acres $660,000 Deed restricted community. 35.85 Acres $385,000 Pines offer seclusion & beauty. 40.00 Acres $480,000 Planted in pines. 55 Acres $850,000 Huge development potential! 57.37 Acres $1,721,100 City water & sewer. Can be subdivided. 70.0 Acres $770,000 Planted in Pines!!! Beautiful! 80 Acres $799,600 Great hunting property planted in pines. 154 Acres $2618,000, Just outside city limits of Bell & can be subdivided. 160 Acres $1,920,000 Agricultural land can be subdivided.' .11 Acres $295,000 Waterfront gulf canal .12 Acres $189,900 Fresh water canal lot in Suwannee. .23 Acres $189,900 Freshwater lot in Suwannee .54 Acre $150,000 Property is in Melrose, Fl. Deep canal lot off Santa Fe River. 12.78 Acres $1,500,000 Beautiful Cedar Key property. High & Dry w/ creek. 15.0 Acres $480,000 Astonishing acreage on Suwannee River w/ deed restrictions. 21.00 Acres $660,000 Astonishing acreage on Suwannee River. Commercial Convenience Store $950,000 Located in Otter Creek. High traffic count, busy highway, & only gas station for miles. Too much to list! MLS# 750110 Commercial Building $179,900 Totally remodeled building located off major highway. MLS# 750406 Commercial Building $779,000 MANY possibilities! Offers 8250 sq.ft. total, w/2 separate buildings. High traffic Business Opportunity $380,000 Conveniently located in the heart of Chiefland. Building built in 2002 with 4800 sq. ft. all on .74 acres. MLS# 747175 Sevc o -Des-e.P ope u 10 SW 7th Street 605 N. Main Street 934 E. Wade Street 27888 US Hwy-19 Hwy-349 South Williston, FL 32696 Chiefland, FL 32626 Trenton, FL 32693 Old Town, FL 32680 Suwannee, FL 32692 352-529-0010 352-493-4200 352-463-7770 352-542-1111 352-542-1212 r Warehouse Manager F/T Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Previous shipping and receiving exp.'a plus but not req. CDL license also a plus.. Apply in person at Southern States Cooperative 7730 N. Hw'y 47 SNo phone calls please. V .I GMAC I- I..kiE $ W"A1 Jonintewaeofsceslitwthu tdy ONl Pae urteen11~ ~----------- [Real Estate 10 ACRES: Lots of trees, beautiful oak hammocks, house-site already cleared. Call 221-0363 or 463-8605, leave message. $155,000. 2tp,3-9-3-16 Help Wanted Attach a resume and any additional information as necessary. All applications will be screened. Not all applicants will be interviewed. Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. EEO/Drug Free Workplace www.GilchristSchools.org ltb,3-2 For Rent 1 5 J--W- Buy or sell or both. Call TOWN & COUNTRY REALTY tfnb. 2-16 352463830 P. 0. Box 8, Bell, Florida 32619. tcrealty@bellsouth.net www.TownandCountryRealty Online.com Dixie-Gilchrist-Levy Board of Realtors and Multiple Listing Sern ice. tfnb;2-20 From Listing to Closing, Pll be with you Every STEP of the Way! S" .." ' Michele Taylor Realtor' (352)665-7617 Call me for a FREE Market Analysis Hoometown Realty of North FLne: 1310 N. Main Street. Bell, FL 32619 (352)463-9001 Office (352)463-9008 Fax www.HometownRealtyNF.com Wolford realty, minc. Licensed Real Estate Broker 93502 P.O. Box 546 Bell, Florida 32619 386-.935- '24 Waterfront FANTASTIC SANTA FE RIVER HOME Large 4/3 home on 21.72 acres with 550' of Santa Fe River Frontage. "What a river view" and loaded with turkey & deer! Property is close to Suwannee River by water, in the country yet close to conveniences too!! It even has it's own nice boat ramp. Includes 3 extra RV ports and 2 shop/storage build- ings. $795,000. THE RIVER PARADISE A large lot on the Econfina River- 2 miles from the Gulf in navigable waters. Includes a beautiful, large 4 bedroom/3 bath two story home. Close to a boat ramp and super fishing! Boat from your own paradise to the Gulf and you have it made.. Also, many great hunting areas very close by. All for only $685,000. 10 ACRES ON THE SUWANNEE 510' of riverfront, beautiful woods, quiet, se- cluded and private..Complete with in-ground septic tank, 4" well, power, buildable and in good motor boating area one mile north of Santa Fe. $399,000. 2 ACRES ON SUWANNEE at Charles Springs beautiful, wooded lot, buildable! $79,900. A NICE RIVER LOT on Suwannee River near Royal Springs nice area.. .$49,900. SUWANNEE COUNTY- Nice 2 Bdrm 11H Bath Single-wide mobile home with large deck over looking Suwannee River. A beautiful view!! Near a great swimming spring & a nice area to live!! $199,500. BUILDABLE 100' WIDE LOT ON SANTA FE RIVER complete w/ well, septic, power & floating dock good deep water! $225,000. Land & Acreage 291.45 ACRES OF PRIME HUNTING LAND With a hunting lodge, 2/1 with 1120 sq. ft. of heated and cooled area, lodge is complete with 680 sq. ft of nice porches and a fireplace. Dog pen, rock quarry, fish pond and approximately 150 acres of planted pines. Awesome hunting of deer, wild hogs, turkey, etc. Good improved roads and trails through out the property. Fronts-on a paved road. $1,595,000. Shown by appointment only. 247 ACRES Prime land on more than mile of highway frontage in Suwannee Coun- ty. Nice 3/2 CB home, detached garage with upstairs apartment, 75 acres of beautiful pines, approx 160 acres in cropland, 3 wells & other amenities!! Fantastic development potential, centrally located to just about everything in North Central Florida. Shown by appointment only! $3,250,000. Can be developed into 5 acre tracts!! 34.61 ACRES IN CENTRAL SUWANNEE COUNTY Very nice piece of land on a paved road, surveyed and platted into 3 pieces if you need it subdivided, can be four pieces, mostly open with some nice trees. $485,000. 4 ACRES OFA NICE WOODED TRACT with a mix of nice pines & oaks; Suwannee County. $49,500.' 5 LOTS NEAR SANTA FE RIVER AND OUT OF FLOOD PLAIN adjacent to state lands, all. buildable in homes only area, convenient to boat ramps and private park. A fantastic investment opportunity! $120,000. FORALL 10 ACRES SQUARE Some open land and some nice trees close to Branford. $100,000. 8 ACRES nice open field for your new home, horses, etc. Close to Branford. Only $80,000. 5 ACRES IN NORTH GILCHRIST COUNTY Nice wooded 5 acre tract of property private & secluded. Must see to believe! $75,000. PACKAGE DEAL OF 12 LOTS NEAR SANTA FE RIVER all 12 for only $185,000. Commercial CONVENIENCE STORE / MECHANICS GARAGES I acre zoned commercial/in- dustrial with lots of frontage on Highway 90 east in Lake City, Florida. Many amenities and lots of square feet of buildings to use your entrepreneurial skills and make this going business grow even more. Only $425,000. DO YOU WANT A LIVE-IN BUSINESS This place could fit your needs! Nice bar and pool room. Great living quarters. Good location in Jasper, Florida. Call us for details. Only $159,900. Visit our website at www.wolfordrealty.com I L a LCLASSIFIEDSD CLASSIFIED ADS $4.50 MINIMUM FOR 20 WORDS. 5 CENTS EACH ADDITIONAL WORD. Beauti- Wbodland Craft Signs close to. Wl I 130,999. . 424. Vinyl Letters Custom Graphics fb, 2-23 . ontprop- Business & Personal n. Three all 352 ,Real Estate & Political tfn,6 30 463-7135 Small buildings, boats, etc. 24 hr lowing senrice, 22.fl. iollback bed. Carports also available. Reasonable Rates. 463-2900 493-0345 JOE'S TOWING & ROLLBACK Credit Cards Accepted Bell 463-2504 mannee Valley Precast, Owner Gerald Roberts Fax: 463-0390 Co. Chiefland 493-4055 SNew Septic Tanks Installed Drain Fields Repaired Septic Pumnp-Outs Septic Tanks Certified Portable Toilets Backhoe oIlrk Fill Dirt wy; I-1 BUILDING LOTS Five-Acre Tracts Absolutely Gorgeous, woodeded . S. reat location just off Hwiv-129 Between Trenton & Bell. Contractor will design and build your Dream Home on one of these beautiful lots. 352-463-9060' PROJECT MANAGER NEEDED. for Trenton-based ; * residential building contractor. Ability to manage numerous single-family projects at one time. Benefits. Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free It ork place Fax Resume to 352-463-0031 RESIDENTIAL A LOT FOR A LITTLE! Over 2400 Sq. Ft. with 4BR, 3BA, solid surface countertops in .kitchen, cultured. marble in baths & upgrades everywhere! Call Tony Boothby, 352-262-2259. $299,500.. #261109 BRAND NEW HOME on 6.4 acres in Emerald Farms subdivision, completion date ,June. Built by CBS Construction. Low Gilchrist Co. taxes, 1668 Sq. Ft, 3BR, 2BA, split plan, separate Din. Rm, wood -cabinets. Horses permitted. Call William Gillespie, 352-225-1921. $299,900. #261866 BRING YOUR HORSES! 5 acres between High Springs & Newberry w/low taxes of Gilchrist Co. 3BR, 2BA, open Liv. area w/fireplace. Kit. has newer appliances & double oven. Outbuildings w/power & covered area for kennel. Beautiful pasture cross-fenced. Call Sean Maroney, 352-665-0144. $335,000. #260302 VACANT LAND BEAUTIFUL ACRE LOT in Three River Estates with huge old oaks! Private Santa Fe River access to boat ramps and picnic areas. Close to Spring, low' Suwannee taxes. Call Martha Cornelius, 386-984-5920. $29,900. #241896 BEAUTIFUL WOODED 5 ACRES close to Trenton. Easy commute to Gainesville. . Call Tony Deluca, 352-318-3815. $64,000. #260240 HEAVILY WOODED 5 ACRES only one mile south of the Santa Fe River. Will allow mobile homes, minimum of 900 Sq. Ft. Call Martha Barnes, 386-454-3327 or 352-339-4069. $84,900. #261732 BEAUTIFUL 5 ACRE HOMESITE in homes only gated community. Located in Northern Gilchrist County, just a few miles away from the historic Suwannee River & the Santa Fe River. Come & relax in the country while keeping the city within reach. Call William Gillespie, 352-225-1921. $129,900. #260804 ROLLING 10 ACRES of lush pasture just waiting for you & your horses to relax in the country. Perfect to build or bring in a Manuf. home. Call William Gillespie, 352-225-1921. $135,000. #242576 * State Certified * HOUSE FOR SALE - ful 2004 home in Trenton, schools and shopping. $ Call Adam Fischer at 231-3 tf FOR SALE -Retail storefr erty in downtown Trenton buildings on Main Street. C 463-7135. BY OWNER 11.8 acres great for horses and has very open floor plan triple wide manufactured (Skyline) home. Fully tape &s textured throughout, high vault ceilings, with 3 BR/2 BA, kitchen, dining, living room combination. Three outbuildings for more storage. Fully fenced, holding pens and round pen for horse training. Greatlocation north of Bell, just off Hwy-129. Appointment required to view. $265,000. Call (386) 935-3259 local or Cell (501) 733-7"1031' I r TROKE REALTY R YINC. --i SEE OUR LISTINGS (352) 463-7075 JEAN C. TROKE- Licensed Real Estate Broker ON THE WEB: (352) 4' 7 -'12 F. E-mail: trokerealy@aol.om www.trokerealtyinc.com S730 E. Wade Street (SR-26)* Trenton, Florida 32693 -- SUWANNEE RIVERFRONT PROPERTY NOW AVAILABLE -- RlI ER-AREA HOMES & ACREAGE, NEAR TO OLD TOWN IN DIXIE: 6 BR/5.5 BA: Two CB-built homes, along with eleven 1/2-acre tracts (all landscaped, lrge ireesi located at private river S/D right b% Nalije Coi.i 'Rails-Trails' river biidge/trail. 1,900 sq. ft. home has 90' along the river, with deck & Poating dock, river-side elevated porch, 2-car garage & more. 2nd home is over 2,700 sq. ft. inside, 16x36 covered outer deck in ht. iut,, 20x24 "rk.rhop. h eCr.Ce t dg bonts rooms & 1/2 bath (possible 'in-law' suite), fully landscaped on one acre-- jl ei n or Jim for full details on inhi p.ea.jl p'opertl. with great Waterfront & new home-site opportunity for buyer/investor...$ 1,00;000 (or separate offer for either home) GORGEOUS WOODED ACREAGE, LARGE HOME & RIVERFRONT NEAR BELL: 3 BR/3 BA: Private 10.73-acre tract, naturally wooded with approx. 290' frontage along the Suwannee in NW Gilchrist. Has incredible, spacious frame/CB-stilt "dog-trot" home, 3 levels which include ground floor entertainment screened porch, 3-vehicle parking; main 2nd level with over 2,000 sq. ft. of screened porches (great river &' nature views), full greatroom/dining/kitchen (w/bonus loft space), master suite (wood/tile flooring, walk-in closet). Also has a workshop/cottage, irrigation system, river deck & floating dock...too much more to mention here--call or e-mail our office for further details...$675,000. -- QUALITY-BUILT HOMES CURRENTLY FOR SALE -- EXCELLENT RANCH HOME ON 5 SECLUDED ACRES: 3 BR/2.5 BA: Frame/CB-built home, has over 3,100 sq. ft. under roof, on back 5-acre tract (mostly pasture w/large oak/pire by home-site) in between Trenton & Bell. Laminated wood & tile flooring, large greatroom/dining area w/fireplace; spacious 1st & 2nd BR's & Baths; full front country-style porch, 24' round pool, patio/BBQ area amongst, the trees, and more...$310,000. WELL-BUILT HOME IN NICE TRENTON NEIGHBORHOOD: 3 BR/2 BA: Lots of living space, for this remodeled frame/CB home, on landscaped 110x150 tract in town. Spacious living room/dining area, bonus room (w/brick fireplace), full kitchen w/appliances & china cabinetry, 2-car gji .ie .: re...5 169.900. CEDAR-BUILT HOME & 6 CRE GE IN WEST GILCHRIST: 1 BR/1.5 BA: Landscaped 2.5-acre setting, for this Cedar-frame country cottage along West CR-232 (near Otter Springs). Inside has open plan-concept, along with loft space (that could add room for more BR). Wood flooring, cabinetry, wrap-around porches, and more...has contract pending...$165,000. FRAME HOME, NICE ACREAGE NEAR FANNING SPRINGS: I BR/1 BA: Compact home (not yet completed), currently 1 BR, but room for 1-2 more.) On 4-acre tract with paved frontage, large oaks by home-site with property fencing. Home has great potential, for first-time buyer or investor--call or email Barbara for details...$129,000. -- MANUFACTURED HOMES ON THE MARKET -- Just Reduced--SPACIOUS, LIKE BRAND-NEW MODULAR HOME NEAR TOWN: 3 BR/2 BA: 2005 30x60 M/Home in showcase shape, on pasture/landscaped 2 acres just south of Trenton. Beautiful inside, includes big family room w/fireplace, large kitchen w/stainless-steel appliances & plenty of counters/cabinetry, office alcove. Also, attached pad ready for porch or additional room(s), storage shed, underground utilities & paved frontage...$ 174,900. PASTURE/FENCED ACREAGE & QUALITY DW MANUFACTURED: 3 BR/2 BA: Well-kept 1993 27x60 M/Home, with attached 2-wide carport & screened back porch,, located on landscaped 5-acre tract, close to Bell & CR-341. Has large greatroom split-plan layout, with spacious master suite. Outer features include pole barn (room for horse space), workshop, 28'-round pool & more--call or e-mail for full information...$159,900. UPDATED MANU. HOME & MORE, NEARBY FANNING SPRINGS: 3 BR/2 BA: Nicely cared-for 24x44 manufactured home-site, on landscaped .41/acre tract with paved frontage by SR-26 (& near US-19) in West Gilchrist. Has a number of outbuildings, including 30x40 workshop & more, lots of trees/fauna & property fencing--call Barbara for details...$114,900. NEAT & CLEAN 'HOMES-MERIT' IN FANNING SPRINGS: 3 BR/2 BA: Very fine, well-kept 27x63 Manufactured home, has full spacious rooms, fireplace in large family room, lots of counter/cabinet space for kitchen.(w/full appliances),- all on 100x300 tract with privacy fencing, paved road frontage along Joppa Church Road & more...$95,000. WELL-KEPT M/HOME ON LANDSCAPED-ACRE IN NO. GILCHRIST: 3BR/2BA: 1996 24X44 Manufactured, in quality condition, on 1.04-acre tract (nice mix of trees/open space), with board fencing in front. Located north of Bell, with quick access to US 129 & CR 340...Owner says to present offers...$92,000. . -- LOTS & ACREAGE PROPERTIES ON MARKET -- 44 ACRES, MIX OF WOODS/OPEN SPACE, IN EAST GILCHRIST: Over 40 acres, ready for family or gentleman's farm/home-site east of Trenton; has paved frontage along CR-337, and an older home-site on property (improvements being sold in 'as is' condition)--call or e-mail our office for full details...$638,000. 20 ACRES-PASTURE PROPERTY IN WEST GILCHRIST: Twenty rolling acres, with large oaks/pines along boundaries, ready for Ag use or large home-site. Located close to CR-232 & CR-344 near Hart Springs...$265,000. THREE SEPARATE 20-ACRE TRACTS NEAR BELL: 3 individual 20-acre properties, side-by-side location in North Gilchrist, mostly wooded raw acreage ready to be improved--call or email Barbara for details...$260,000 each. 8+ ACRES, CLOSE TO NEWBERRY: 8.92-acre mostly pasture tract, on cul-de-sac for privacy, very close to SR-26 for quick work/leisure drive east to Gainesville, call or email Barbara for details...$150,000. 5 ACRES & IMPROVEMENTS, EAST GILCHRIST: Quiet, country acreage, with well, septic & power pole (Owner selling 'as is'). Close to CR-232, for easy access to Gainesville/Alachua...$89,900. 4+ ACRES NEAR FANNING SPRINGS: Located amongst nice mix of well-kept built & manu. home-sites, mostly pasture 4.2-acre tract ready for new home-site, within short drive to Fanning Springs and Trenton...$73,000. BUILDABLE 1/2-ACRE NEAR MANATEE SPRINGS: Nicely-wooded 100x200 tract, located along paved Camp Azalea Road (near to Manatee State Park west of Chiefland). Well-kept built & M/H home-sites nearby...$25,000. AFFORDABLE & BUILDABLE TRACT, NEAR TO FANNING SPRINGS: Wooded 100xl00 property, near to SR-26, Rails-to-Trails and more at west end of county, ready, for built or manufactured home-sites...$9,900. You can call our agents after regular business hours, for more information on any of our listings, at the main office number above, or at our agents' cell numbers below: Jim or Jean Troke (386) 935-3357 ~[Blms Paul Troke (352) 221-2999 Barbara Mayo (352) 222-0427 "Professional Service With A Personal Touch" SLaura White (352) 494-3393 EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY Email: bahomepros@bellsouth.net . 1-800-203-8214 or 352-463-3004 f ii'rland mortgage Corporation .* Residennal Mortgages O ferng:. Fixed Rates Available New Constructiion Manufactured Homes SPurchase, Refinance & Cash Out Investment lroperrtv Conventional. 1-4 Single Fanily Homes First. Second, and Home Equirt Lines of Credit Bill Deen and Brenda 'ilkerson Lcensed AIMortgage Brokers 4r 63-1313 fax 463-1318 e-mail- nrerlandmtgil't-bellsouth.net Visit our website: \v\vw.rt erlandmtg.web-loans.com S jirc rlai d iMoirgag' Coiporatioi) S 723 E. Wade Street. Trenton. FL 32693 ft Come See Us! n FOR RENT Office s] son Mobile Homes. Hv Trenton, 900+ sq. ft. Ca 2156. pace at Wil- vy. 26 East, n.i 152 rA63 BarronAluminum SBa rron's Aluminum * Licensed & Insured * Free In-Home Consultations * Screen Rooms * Sun Rooms Year-Round Living Space Lifetime Transferable Warranty (Sun Rooms Only) * Carports * Patio & Deck Covers * Decks & Handrails * Vinyl Siding * Storm Panels & Shutters. . o Need to send a Need a fax received (352) 463-7393 The Gilchrist County journal - UNRooe IWW I THURSDAY, MARCH 9, 2006 TPaFr,-'Pniirtpt I jl GILCHrFRIST COUT NTY JOU RNAL TPTT%-%-/ T 90 V I AAPC-Tm Y TT I T P Fift Ieen Elaine Nemeth's qilt "Dog's Delight," is dog gone cute...wouldn't you say? She made itfor her nephew. Bits & Pieces From The Joyful Heart .Quilters & Crafters :Of North Gilchrist County I must admit, een though for - many, many years it \was not so, :I love having four very differ- :ent seasons., Each one has its :own special and unique style of 'beauty. Each one is preceded by :a kind of breathless anticipation ;of.things to come. And so it is with spring. Perhaps, spring more than the' :other seasons, is so looked for- w ard to because it is so refresh- ing. It's warm balmy breezes still have a crispness about them 'that seems, to sweep the winter cobwebs from our minds as 'we embrace the soft fragrance of saucer magnolias, azaleas; tulips,and all of nature coming back to life. ; It's. such a joy to open win- do\o s and doors allowing spring i dance from room to room. Her soft voluminous gown:,. fathers the long gray shadows of winter in its folds leaving ,each room smelling like newly laundered linens fresh off the clothes' line. On days like these even my, old bones want to run like a deer, hop like a rabbit, and kick like a mule. Of course, if in fact I did all that, as if I could, my next move would be two Tylenol and the heating pad. But, such was the morning of Wednesday, March 1st when 21 Joyful Hearts came together to quilt, craft, crochet, knit, or whatever one fancied. Evelyn Wood worked on one of the club quilts, in a frame, along with Ann Mangone. Elaine Nemeth busied herself with a lovely wall hanging she has started and poor Madeline Norman was as busy as a beaver making more of her yo yos.' The Swedish weavers-were in full swing, Bonnie Edwards, Sylvia Arthur, Jackie Moore, Mary Lou Ryder, Lu Rowland and Cathy Strom, all were hold- ing it together until Miss Alice is able to be back and hold court. Our thoughts and prayers are with her and hopefully she's on the mend and will be back in our midst soon. And all God's chil- dren said Amen. Ruth Wilkerson has started crocheting another afghan and Lera Townsend is learning to 'crochet. You go girl. "I should know what Martha Foster was up to but it's not on my list. Judy Pflueger was knitting or was it crocheting something soft 'and pink. It was probably for 'hospital babies, she's so good about doing that. Alberta Swanner was miss- Sng from the,"Amen corner" but Paulene Martin and Ann Taylor were holding their own. Pat Luka brought in her January and 'February quilt blocks and they ,are beautiful. Diana Lynn has her January, February and March ;block finished and they are beau- tiful as well. Diana spent most 'of her time helping me cut new backs for my blocks because I 'didn't like the white stitches on ;olive green material. She also 'helped me cut the pieces for my MIarch block. Barbara Myrick is caught up .on her quilt blocks and Barbara ;Strom is still encouraging folks :to start now, it's not too late. 'Bonnie is thinking of taking her 'up on the offer. Diana will help 'her mom get caught up. We were missing quite a few members. I know Rita Simcoe had a serious illness in the fami- -ly, Marvine Deer still has a great deal of pain and Leona Wirta's brother passed away. We are keeping them all in our prayers and hope they will be able to. come next meeting which will be Wednesday, March 15th. 'Our' "Make It and Take It" day on Wednesday, February 22nd, had 12 Joyful Hearts in atten- dance. Eel'n Wood showed, everyone how to make Christ- mas stockings and little Christ- mas gift boxes out of Christmas cards. We ,iIIl put candy canes in the stockings and candies in the boxes next Christmas to put in our Christmas gift bags. It's ne' er too soon to get started. Cathy Stiom, Ann Taylor., Paulene Martin, Ann Mangone, Mary Lou Ryder, Evelyn. Wood, Diana, Lynn, Bonnie Edwards, Elaine Nemeth, and Ruth Wilk- erson all looked like Santa's elves busily getting ready for next Christmas; Jackie Moore worked on her S. ,di.'h \ eaj ng i and Madeline Norniaaifd what? Yep, made more yo yos. It was announced that the drawing for our "Ladies Night Out" quilt will be held at our April 5th meeting which is when we will have our Spring Fling party. It is one chance per mem- ber and everyone wants to win it so we are all more nervous than the Oscar nominees. Nine stayed for lunch and almost everyone ate salad, spa- ghetti, garlic bread and cake. Evelyn surprised everyone with cups of ice cream and boy did that ever put a smile on every- one's face. I guess that's about all the news for now but I'd like to leave you with a couple of quilting tips passed on from Elaine and Diana. Elaine's.is...never sit on your quilt while it's on a bed. It breaks the threads. Diana heard the following tip on TV...While many people will tell you to do it, don't use sheets as backing for your quilt. It's harder to quilt because it's woven tighter. I don't have a quilting tip to share but. I would like to share this scripture with you. It seems most appropriate this time 'of. the year as we look across our barren fields, roadsides and gardens. Hebrews 11:1, "Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see." 'Til next time, A Joyful Heart, Marilyn Runde Water Lettuce Pull To Be Held March 18 At Ichetucknee Springs Our first water lettuce.pull of the season is March 18. Please meet us at the south entrance of Ichetucknee Springs State Park at 8:00 a.m. As always, be sure to bring along your lunch or snack and a water bottle. Dress appropriately for the weather, wearing clothes that can get wet and dirty. It's never a bad idea to bring along a set of dry clothes for the trip home afterwards. I'd appreciate you letting us know if you plan to come, although you may certainly make a last minute decision to join us that morning. Perhaps if we're lucky, we'll see the manatees! Fritzi S. Olson J0fulI F Quillers donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh 110 pounds or more and show photo I.D. For more information, readers may call LifeSouth at (888) 795-2707. LifeSouth is the sole blood supplier for 39 medical facilities in 17 counties in North Central Florida including Shands at UF, the VA Medical Center, and North Florida Regional Medical Center. LifeSouth is a nonprofit, volunteer blood center supplying more than 110 medical centers in Florida, Alabama and Georgia. ea t & c mfteeps JROTC Passes Formal Inspection Friends Of The Lower Suwannee & Cedar Keys FAVOR Hosts 5th Annual Meeting The Friends of the Lower Suwannee & Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuges, FAVOR (friends and volunteers of the.refuge) hosted their 5th Annual Meeting for membership and the public the last weekend in February. The refuge held an Open House at the headquarters simultaneously, showing off the spectacular Lower Suwannee wlth lectures, hay rides, bird walks and demonstrations. County : commissioners. a city manager, reporters, a librarian and other public lands administrators all enjoyed meeting Refuge Manager Kathy Whaley, Assistant Manager Mike Legare, and refuge staff members Pam Darty, Vic.Doig, Daniel Barrand, Jason Coates, Dub Williams, and Kenny. SMcCain. FAVOR. president, Toni Collins chaired the Annual Meeting and its election process. Whaley asked that the Friend's Board of Directors stand for recognition of their fine work during the past year. then introduced Legare's presentation on keN species of the Lower .Suwannee and Cedar Keys 'refuges. The saoron Florida Cracker Cook-otr prepared by rrefuge chef-;K Any NcCain w'as enjoyed by natives and ne\w- comers alike. The feast offered the refuge staff. volunteers. and Friends tine to meet rand greet the enthusiastic crowd of attendees. \While haNrides provided scenic :wildlife observation on, the Lower Suwannee Nature Drive, bat, talks and birding walks featured refuge habitat and habitat restoration projects. The refuge forester and prescribed bum specialist gave fire management aind emergency response equipment demonstrations and discussed the importance of' controlled burning for habitat improvement. They also prove ided information on refuge timber sales and forest management. "I enjo ed learning about all the refuge visitor facilities, vkG .ihe1 .NarLLie. JrIv'iand the lovely River Trail," said former Fanning Springs Mayor Carol McQueen, now Levy County Tourism Director. "I didn't realize just how much of the county the refuge covers." "It waS a tremendously fun day a great event!" exclaimed Annette Long. Mark Long agreed saying, "I appreciated the firefighters demonstrations; they taught us what steps to take around our house and yard to protect against wildfire. In this rural county that's important." Although, many think of the refuge as lands with unsurpassed hunting and fishing, Saturday's' guests to the Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge found that it is so much more. FAVOR members shared their love of the refuge with new friends and neighbors. For information on membership contact: FAVOR, P.O. Box 1306, Chiefland, Florida, 32644. Blood Donors Can Save Lives, Win Afghan LifeSouth Community Blood Centers Civitan Region will hold a special prize drawing for all blood donors at the Chiefland Donor Center, 120 E: Rodg- ers Boulevard. Everyone who gives blood' at the Chiefland Donor Center any time between Wednesday, February 1, and Friday, March 31, can enter to win an afghan hand 'crafted by Sylvia Lane. "We are- grateful for our con- tinuing community partnership with Chiefland Wal-Mart," said LifeSouth District Director Carolyn Quintanilla. "They gra- ciously provided the materials to create this special afghan." The drawing for the afghan will be held March 31. Each donor will also receive a recog- nition item and complimentary cholesterol screening. Blood New High School Planner Training Workshop Trenton and Bell High School Students: FACTS.org, Florida's official online student advising system, is holding a regional ePEP Training Workshop from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on March 29, 2006 at Florida Community College, Jacksonville. Room -A1068 Building "A": 1st Floor, 10"1 W. State Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202. Open to high school guidance counselors, mentors, parents and students, the w workshop % ill explain the electronic Personal Education Planner (ePEP) an online tool that allows students to choose their own educational and \ocational goals -and then! to map out the high school courses that w ill help them reach those goals. This personalized plan enables students to track their progress, see their grades online and meet state course requirements to be eligible for Bright FuturesScholarships and admission to a state uni\ersty. or public vocational-technical center. "'* - S"The ePEP tool takes the confusion out of planning for the future and empowers students to take charge of their high school career." said Education Commissioner John L. Winn. "Students will wisel\ invest their time and energy in the right direction and feel confident about achie\ ing their goals." The ePEP is the newest online tool in. the FACTS.oru suite of student ad\ rising services:. Provided free to the public by the Florida Department of Education, these semlces help students better prepare for postseconda education, and the workforce in ways that are likely to increase their success ,and future earnings. For more information on the new ePEP, \isit www.FACTS.org. Advertising & Article DEADLINES are 5:00 p.m. on Monday for the wekek : you need your 'ad or article published. Thanks in advance for your cooperation. The Journal Staff wear a, gold star on his or her uniform. Though attempting / to prepare 72 cadets for this inspection did prove at times to be quite challenging, it was truly an educational and rewarding experience,: in which we all learned how to trust and respect each other. In JROTC, we try to instill, the ability to have confidence in yourself. With experiences like these, students have learned that they cain accomplish anything .they set their minds to, as long as they believe in themselves. Captain Amber Short Public Affairs Officer We Have Color Copies Call The Journal 463-7135 The picture is of the JROTC Battalion Coiandier, and Staff. From left are Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Elste Fowiler, Comnimndei- ;'Cadet A lajor Amanda Nobs, Executive Officer; Cadet Captain Juan Morales, Personnel Officer;. Cadet Captain Traceyr Christopherson, Safety and Security OJficer; Cadet A lajor Amandai Jamison, Operations Officer: Cadet Captain Amanda Ysidroi. Supphi Officer: and Cadet Captain Atmber Short, Public Aftifrs Officer. Formal Inspection The Bell High School JROTC Program has a formal Battalion Inspection erer\ three \ears There dre several steps that must be taken in order to pass the inspection. First of all. %\e are onl\ allowed to ha\e legitimate excuses for absences. such as a doctor's note, or a family emergencN. .\n\ other reason cadets are not present for the inspection is \ie\ed as nmecusable and result in the inspectors taking points off the final score. Another area that could result in the possible subtraction of points is the Staff inspection and briefing There are fi.e members on the staff. The S-1, Captain Juan Morales is in .charge of maintaining personal records for all the cadets in the program; the S-2. Traced Christopherson is in charge of weapons maintenance, as \well as carrying out the duty of DRUMMOND COMMUNITY BANK SMARTCARD HOME EQUITY LINE SA FIXED INTEREST RATE PROGRAM THAT TAPS THE EQUITY IN YOUR HOME UP TO 90% TOTAL LTV. NO CLOSING COSTS FOR THIS GILCHRIST.T COU NTY JOUR~RNAL THURSDAY MARCHT 9.2006 Page Fifteen :being the Cadet Safety Officer; the S-3, Amanda Jamison is in charge of operations. and training schedules; --the S-4, Amanda Ysidron is in charge of maintaining the supply room: and the S-5. Amber Short is in charge of public affairs, as \\ell as maintaining- a scrapbook containing photos of all the actil ites. drill meets and special events the cadets participate in throughout the school \ear. This \ear. \ie earned a total of 587 points out of a possible 600. We are also required to score at least 384 out of 400 points on Sour Unit Report. This report covers the school year and all of our acti cities. I am happy to report that \we also met this goal. and will no\% be designated as an. "Honor Unit with Distinction. the highest honor achievable, at the beginning of the next school sear. This tremendous honor allows each cadet to Tage ITNI JN uRNtl. TU D MAC 9.9006 Trenton City Commission Names Four Citizens To The Hall Of Fame (Continued from Page One) * Chaplain and works each year with their Toys for Tots drive. He is a longtime member of Ebenezer Baptist Church where he serves as Superintendent of the Sunday School. Mr.. Henley is also very active in the Volunteer Crime Watch in Gilchrist County. Through the years Mr. Henley has won several awards including Citizen of the Year, Bronze. and Silver Medal from USMC, and- Character First award. Mr. Henley has 'spent a lifetime of serving others and for his generous contributions 'to his community,, the- city has: honored him. The late John Calvin Morse was also honored at the meeting. His plaque will be added to the Wall of Fame at Trenton City Hall. John Morse was born in Leesburg. Florida. He was educated at Bethune Cookman College in Daytona Reach heree he received his B.A. degree and at Florida A&M Uiniersity in Tallahassee .carvette Sales Dept. Open Mon.-Fri. 8 to 7; Sat. 9 to 4; Closed Sunday Body Shop Open Mon.-Fri. 7:30 to 5 Service Dept. Open Mon.-Fri. 7:30 to 5 24 Hour Towing Call 493-7061 where he received his M.P.A. degree. Mr. Morse was married to Miss Jessie L. McClendon. Mr. Morse taught in Chiefland for 4 years. He was appointed principal of the' Trenton Negro High School in 1944. In April of 1965 the. school was renamed John C. Morse High School in his honor. In 1968 the John C. Morse High School was phased out and all the students went to Trenton High School. At that time Mr. Morse became the Assistant Principal at Trenton High School. He retired on August 2, 1977 after spending 37 years as an educator. He livedin Trenton until he passed away in 1985. During his years as an, educator in Trenton he influenced many local children as a role model and a leader in the community. The plaques ,honoring these deserving individuals will be hung along side the other former recipients. In 2003 W. O. Clifton and Vernon Lavfield were inducted into the Hall of Fame. In 2004 J. lin A.ers, Wilbur Bush. Hon. Da\id Miller Lang, Sr.. Ben Denn.. and Gary Rc\roat were honored. Each plaque states that these deserting indi iduals were inducted into the Trenton Hall of Fame for their substantial contributions of tireless service to the City of Trenton. Monnye Brown Is Character Council's Personality Of The Month For March (Continued from Page One) will make all the difference in the world." For a long, long time, Ms. Monnye's motto for living was "A good name is better to be chosen that great riches." As she has matured in wisdom and knowledge, she has.found that "life is more of a challenge. so she appreciates, more so than ever, basic human values such as kindness, love. consideration and FORGIVENESS." Monnie and husband, Bill,. hada good life together. In 1989 he retired from his profession as. a psychologist and they moted to Gilchrist County. She even taught for a few years at Lake City Community College. They hate one daughter and six grand- children. They chose Gilchrist because relatives already lived here and Monnye and Bill had spent actionss here. They found the county's people to pop-- *c e Fps --ma .picICA,~ CHIEVY- BUICK 1424 North Young Blvd., Chiefland www.scogginschevybuick.com )O ) be very friendly. Then in 1990 Monnye's wonderful husband passed away, which after a time of grieving Monnye then becarfe active in the community. Monnye Brown-has a wonder- ful way about her, in that she has made it a purpose in her life to work out all problems with people and look for the best in them as well as see the beauty of the earth all around. It's people like Monnye Brown who bring to our County of Gilchrist the essence of what is the Character Council's motto being that it's a County of Character because it's a County that cares. Gilchrist County Is Expecting Active Political Year In 2006 The 2006 election Near has. begun on the local letel with the announcement of two Count\ Court Judge can- didates. Many believe that this \\ill be a \er\ active election year as two longtime School Board Members, Gar\ Re\roat and Ronnie Smith. have announced that the) w ill not be seeking re-election. Super isor of Elections Stsan J. Bryant also announced this week that her position will be on the 2006 ballot instead of the 2008 .5uIo ballot as it was scheduled. Supervisor of Elections Susan Bryant said qualifying week will be held July 17 to 24 for all county offices except county court judge, which is scheduled for May 8 to 12., Supervisor Bryant reported that several people have picked up packets. Current Judge Edward "Ed" Philman, who has been the county judge for the past 17 years, and David Miller "Duke" Lang, a local attorney have announced their intention to run for County Court Judge. Tommy Langford, current District 4 Count\ Com-. missioner, has announced he intends to seek re-election. Dr. John Frazier. has picked up a packet, for the School Board District 3 seat. Ann Marie Egan has declared her intention ot seek the School Board District 5 seat. The follow ing countN offices are up for election, during the November 7, 2006 election. SSchool- Board Members District 1. 3 and 5 are up for election. District I is currently held by Gary Re\roat. School Board District 3 is currently held by Ronnie Smith, and District 5 is held by Carol Hyde-Buck. The position of School Board member pays $23,022.00 per year. per colassis .Cal l .#is0 30 Years Service to the *Price does not include tax and title lic., due at delivery. All payments and APRs subject to approved credit with GMAC. Rebates are included in price. A I County Commission seats up for election this year are District 2 and- 4. Mitchell Gentry of Trenton currently holds the District 2 seat and Tommy Langford currently holds the District 4 seat. The position of County Com- mission. member pays $25,461.00 per year. The' position of County. Court Judge is currently held by Judge Edward. "Ed" Philman and David Miller . "Duke" Lang has announced his candidacy for County Court Judge also. The position of County. Court Judge pays $121, 325.00 per) ear. The Gilchrist Soil and Water 'Conser action District, Groups 2 and 4, are .also uip for,. election this )ear. On a state le el the follow" ing offices %%ill be up for election. United State Senator, Representative e in Congress for District 6, Governor and Lieutenant Got ernor, Attorney' General. Chief Financial Officer. Commissioner of Agriculture. State Senator for District 14. State Repre- sentative for District 11. Supreme Court retention of three Judges. Circuit Judge for the Eighth Judicial Circuit, for Groups 1.4.5 and 7. According to Susan J. Bryant. Supervisor of Elect- ions currently there are 9.252 registered voters in Gilchrist Count). There are 5.201 democrats. 2.983 republicans. 873 no parts affiliates and 195 other. Some 711 other count) voters are considered inactive. From The Desk of the Superintendent By James E. (Buddy) Vickers SBy the time you read this our FCAT testing may be over. I want to thank all of our teachers and staff for their hard tork and the Willingness to go the extra mile for our students. Reports From the schools hate been en- couraging Our students ave\ been focused and striving to do their best.' Thanks to all of our parents for taking time to see that our students % ere rested and encouraged to do their best on the FCAT. ,. . On Thursday. March 30. 2006, at 6:30 p.m.. the Gilchrist County Shared Ser ices Net- work invites )ou to attend the third annual community forum. This year the forum will center on a video presentation by Dr. Willard Daggett, educational consultant from the International Center for Leadership in Educa r tion. The presentation will dis- cuss "preparing students for the future", and how the impact of globalization and international competition is changing the world now, including business, government, and individuals. Please contact Deborah Douglas at 352-463-3248,and advise if you plan to attend as refresh- ments will be served. Did you know that over the last five years Florida's public school population has grown by an average of more than 56,000 students each year? There are more than 2,609,000 students in Florida's public schools. This makes Florida the fourth largest public school system in the country. Gilchrist County has 2,752 students in our public schools, but we have approxi- mately 60 new subdivisions in our county. This makes our dis- trict ripe for fast growth. We are trying to prepare now to house new students as they arrive in our schools. Construction costs for new classrooms are over $150 per square foot. The cost for a portable classroom is $42,000 plus setup fees. Last fall the government of In- dia launched an education-only satellite for distance education. The purpose is to make sure that Indian students are ready to compete globally in science, math, engineering, and other subjects. The satellite will be used to connect, by interfacing with video from each school, urban and rural educational institutions throughout India to provide formal education. The satellite will enable distance learning to more remote areas of the country. India is fast becom- ing a leading competitor of the USA in a "flat" world. The .State of Michigan is con- sidering requiring students to take a course requiring "online instruction" before they gradu- ate. Michigan would be the first state to require courses to be taken by online instruction. It would become a part of their high school reform package which includes additional math, science, and a foreign language. Florida's legislature is con-. sidering passing a law called the "65% Solution." It would re- quire school districts to spend a minimum of 65% of their funds in direct classroom costs. While this may sound great, you need to know that the national group pushing this law excludes from the definition "classroom" many support functions that we deem essential for our students. For example, it excludes guidance counselors, reading coaches, social workers, and transporta- tion. We are going to work with our legislators to make sure the definition of "classroom" meets the needs of our district. The proposed lawsuit by some school districts and the Florida School, Boards Association that would force the state to rec- ognize co-teaching as, a viable class size reduction mechanism has been put on .hold, at least until the end of the legislative session and it can be seen if SB 1146 by Senators Jim King and Steve Wise will pass. This bill would provide that any teacher assigned to any classroom must be included in the calculations to determine if a classroom meets class size limits. The School Board and the Teachers' Union have not finished this year's negotiations at this time. The Board Team has contacted the Union Leadership several times to find out when the) will be ready to return to the "table," but no certain time has been set. Several weeks ago the: Board awarded raises to employees not in the Union. The Board and Superintendent felt like it was unfair for these employees' raises to be held up any longer. The Board would like to complete negotiations as soon as possible. The calendar committee has been. meeting and a 2006-07 calendar proposed. Many of the suggestions received from teachers and staff were used. Thanks to all of you who took the time to offer suggestions. Teachers and parents please don't forget that our students will be out for Fair Week. March 13-17, and for Spring Break. April 17-21 .. .... ,.,, Our students 'Are looking good. Ms. Janet Bradley, our high school curriculum director, reported to the school board that student participation in our Career and Technical programs has vastly increased over last year. Much of this increase can be attributed to our, instructors doing a better job of recruiting students into their programs. There has also been an added emphasis on. opportunities for our graduates in job- opportunities that don't require a four year college degree. Our. high school reform team is working to solidify their recommendation to be carried to the board for consideration in the near future. Other districts are also going through the same process of trying to make their curriculum more rigorous and relevant for students. A key factor is that all students, whether they are in a college prep program or a career prep program, must be enrolled in courses that teach them skills that will make them successful in the workplace. All students nust be equally; exposed to rigorous Classes of math, science, reading and others. In fact, students entering a technical field must be able toread at a higher level than college, bound students. Our goal is to make every student a "life long learner." Students that have mastered essential learning skills can easily transition from one job to another as demanded by a changing economy. It is from numberless diverse acts of courage and belief that human history is shaped. 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