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The Lake City reporter

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Title:
The Lake City reporter
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Lake City reporter (Lake City, Fla. 1967)
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Lake City, FL
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Community Newspapers Inc., Todd Wilson - Publisher
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Daily (Monday through Friday)[<1969>-]
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Newspapers -- Lake City (Fla.) ( lcsh )
Newspapers -- Columbia County (Fla.) ( lcsh )
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United States -- Florida -- Columbia -- Lake City
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30.18892 x -82.635512

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Also available on microfilm from the University of Florida.
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Vol. 95, no. 4 (Oct. 5, 1967)-
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Funded in part by the University of Florida, the Library Services and Technology Assistance granting program of Florida, the State Library and Archives of Florida, and other institutions and individuals.

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Copyright Community Newspapers Inc., Todd Wilson - Publisher. Permission granted to University of Florida to digitize and display this item for non-profit research and educational purposes. Any reuse of this item in excess of fair use or other copyright exemptions requires permission of the copyright holder.
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By TAYLOR GAINEStgaines@lakecityreporter.comSince falling out of her nest when she was young, Paige has never been able to fly. The broken collarbone from the fall left the now 22-yearold bald eagle with an inability to fully extend her wings. After that, the Audobon Center for Birds of Prey in Maitland took her into its educational program. On Saturday, people in Lake City will be able to take in the beauty of the national bird for themselves at the 8th Annual Alligator Lake Spring Festival presented by Four Rivers Audobon Society. Paige will be featured at noon. Four Rivers Audobon is the local chapter for the Audobon Society, a national organization that focuses on conservation and preservation of our natural ecosystems. Jacqui Sulek, the state conservation manager and local chapter president, said the Alligator Lake Spring Festival will provide a great opportunity for people to take pictures of a bald eagle that will actually fill their camera frame. Shes majestic, Sulek said. Shes a magnet, and people crowd around to see her. The live bald eagle is just one part of the festival Saturday at Alligator Lake. The day will be full of nature-related activities, including bird walks, butterfly walks, a photo contest and many vendors with food, educational displays and much more. The event is free for all to attend. The festival will run from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m., starting with a bird walk for beginners that is being led by Valerie Thomas. There is also a bird walk being led by Jerry Krummrich Lake City ReporterTHURSDAY, APRIL 6, 2017 | YOUR COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER SINCE 1874 | $1.00 LAKECITYREPORTER.COM CALL US: (386) 752-1293 SUBSCRIBE TO THE REPORTER: Voice: 755-5445 Fax: 752-9400 Vol. 142, No. 257 TODAYS WEATHER Opinion . . . . . . 4A Obituaries . . . . . . . 5A TV guide . . . . . . . 2B Advice & Comics . . 3B OFFICE HOURSState Sen. Rob Bradley sending staff to Lake City, Page 6A. 72 45Sunny, 2A SCSO: Man batters infant, Story below. + PLUS >> Toxic waste event set for SaturdayLOCAL Olive production taking off locallyLOCALSee Page 6A See Page 3A STORM continued on 2APhotos by CARL MCKINNEY/Lake City Reporter UPS man stole IDs Allegedly opened accounts in names of those on route. More bad weather on the way?By CARL MCKINNEYcmckinney@lakecityreporter.comThe storm that hit Lake City on Tuesday had a more extensive impact than previously reported by county officials, and another one likely already came and went. Forecasters on Wednesday afternoon predicted more thunderstorms would strike the area around 2 a.m. and clear up by around 3 a.m. Columbia County Emergency Management Director Shayne Morgan told the Lake City Reporter on Tuesday that the storm earlier that morning had caused no major damage and resulted in only one street closure on Southwest Mixson Road. Impact of Tuesdays storm was worse than county officials said. COURTESYShawnlei Breeding, the program coordinator for Audobon EagleWatch, poses with Paige, the bald eagle that is expected to attend Saturdays Alligator Lake Spring Festival. The event is free for all to attend. Paige will be making an appearance at noon. FRAUD continued on 2A CCSO:DEADLY CRASHBy TAYLOR GAINEStgaines@lakecityreporter.comA UPS driver was arrested Monday after fraudulently opening Sprint accounts and purchasing cell phones for several people on his delivery route, CCSO said. Edwin Von Henry, 44, faces six counts of grand theft, eight counts of attempted grand theft, 14 counts of identity theft and one count of scheme to defraud, according to an offense report. Detectives began investigating the incident after a victim reported receiving a bill from Sprint for more than $5,000 for five iPhones. According to the report, the victim said he had never opened an account with Sprint or received the Henry SCSO: Man batters infantBy CARL MCKINNEYcmckinney@lakecityreporter.comA Suwannee County man repeatedly struck an infant in the face before dragging the mother by her hair and slamming her into the bedroom wall for trying to stop him, the mother told deputies. James Kevin Zelenak, 29, of 213th Drive in southern Suwannee County, was arrested on Monday for aggravated child abuse, aggravated battery and false imprisonment, according to the Suwannee County Sheriffs Office. Zelenak became enraged ZelenakABOVE: A Lake City man died in a wreck on Wednesday morning after hitting the back of a stopped garbage truck on State Road 47. RIGHT: More than a dozen emer gency vehicles blocked traffic in both lanes on State Road 47 for more than an hour, as state troop ers concluded their investigation. See story, Page 2A. INFANT continued on 2AAlligator fest set for Sat. FESTIVAL continued on 2A Morgan A3

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2A THURSDAY, APRIL 6, 2017 DAILY BRIEFING LAKE CITY REPORTER 7a 1p 7p 1a 6a LAKE CITY ALMANAC SUN MOON UV INDEX EXTREME: 10 minutes to burn T odays ultra-violet radiation risk for the ar ea on a scale fr om 0 to 10+. FYI An exclusive service brought to our readers by The Weather Channel. SPONSORED BY City THE WEATHER WEA THER HISTORY Pensacola Tallahassee Panama City Valdosta Daytona Beach Cape Canaveral Gainesville Lake City Ocala Orlando Jacksonville Tampa West Palm Beach Ft. Myers Ft. Lauderdale Naples Miami Key West TEMPERATURESNormal high Normal low PRECIPITATIONMonth total Year total HI LO LO HI LO HI LO HI LO HI FridaySaturday Cape Canaveral Daytona Beach Fort Myers Ft. Lauderdale Gainesville Jacksonville Key West Lake City Miami Naples Ocala Orlando Panama City Pensacola Tallahassee Tampa Valdosta W. Palm Beach April 11 April 19 April 26 May 2 FullLastNewFirst Quarter Quarter HOW TO REACH USMain number ........ (386) 752-1293 Fax number .............. 752-9400 Circulation ............... 755-5445 Online ... www lakecityreporter com The Lake City Reporter, an affiliate of Community Newspapers Inc., is published Tuesday through Friday and Sunday at 180 E. Duval St., Lake City, Fla. 32055. Periodical postage paid at Lake City, Fla. Member Audit Bureau of Circulation and The Associated Press. All material herein is property of the Lake City Reporter. Reproduction in whole or in part is forbidden without the permission of the publisher. U.S. Postal Service No. 310-880. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Lake City Reporter, P.O. Box 1709, Lake City, Fla. 32056. Publisher Todd Wilson ..... 754-0418 (twilson@lakecityreporter.com)NEWSEditor Robert Bridges ..... 754-0428 (rbridges@lakecityre porter.com)A DVERTIS ING ......... 752-1293 (ads@lakecityre porter.com)CL ASSIFIEDTo place a classified ad, call 755-5440BUSINESSController .... 754-0419 (sbrannon@lakecityreporter.com)CI RCUL AT IONHome delivery of the Lake City Reporter should be completed by 6:30 a.m. Tuesday through Friday, and by 7:30 a.m. on Sunday. Please call 386-755-5445 to report any problems with your delivery service. In Columbia County, customers should call before 10:30 a.m. to report a service error for same day re-delivery. After 10:30 a.m., next day re-delivery or service related credits will be issued. In all other counties where home delivery is available, next day re-delivery or service related credits will be issued. Circulation ............... 755-5445 (circulation@lakecityreporter.com)Home delivery rates(Tuesday -Friday and Sunday) 12 Weeks .................. $26.32 24 Weeks ................... $48.79 52 Weeks ................... $83.46Rates include 7% sales tax.Mail rates12 Weeks .................. $41.40 24 Weeks ................... $82.80 52 Weeks .................. $179.40 Lake City Reporter See an error? The Lake City Reporter corrects errors of fact in news items. If you have a concern, question, or suggestion, please call the editor. Corrections and clarications will run in this space. Thanks for reading. Submissions The Lake City Reporter accepts photographs and caption information to run at the discretion of the editor. If you would like to see your organization in the newspaper, send the picture and information to associate editor Justin Caudell at jcaudell@lakecityreporter.com. Scripture of the DayTherefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets. Matthew 7:12 (KJV) In the case of good books, the point is not how many of them you can get through, but rather how many can get through to you. Mortimer J. Adler Thought for Today Winning Lottery Numbers Pick 3: (Wednesday afternoon) 4-8-7 Pick 4: (Wednesday afternoon) 2-1-5-1 Pick 5: (Wednesday afternoon) 5-5-6-8-9 QUICK HITS Man dies in morning crashBy KATRINA POGGIOkpoggio@lakecityreporter.comA Lake City man died Wednesday morning after crashing into a garbage truck on State Road 47. Keith Lawrence Bell, 45, was pronounced dead on scene, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The Chevrolet Silverado he was driving was a DBI Services work truck. FHP said the Waste Pro Garbage truck was stopped in the rightmost southbound lane on State Road 47 near Southwest Act Lane. Its strobe light was activated when Bells pickup truck rear-ended it around 7:40 a.m., according to officials. The driver of the garbage truck, Kenneth Earl Robinson, suffered minor injuries. After the accident, officials blocked off State Road 47 about half a mile from the scene, backing up traffic for more than an hour. supposedly delivered order. A Sprint investigator pro vided the detectives with four additional names on Henrys delivery route that were possible victims of identity theft, CCSO said. After checking out the sto ries, detectives determined that all five people on the route were victims of identity theft. Coordinating with Sprint and management from the UPS Lake City Distribution office, investigators discovered a similar Sprint pack age that was scheduled to be delivered on Henrys route last Friday. CCSO said investigators were able to determine the person listed on the package had not opened an account with or ordered anything from Sprint. Three iPhones had been charged to the victims account. On Friday, when the delivery was scheduled, a different driver was filling in for Henry, the report said. Detectives interviewed the replacement driver Friday, who told them Henry had called and asked him to deliver a package to Henrys privately owned barbecue food truck, referred to in the report as the Pit, on 183 S. Marion Ave. According to the report, the replacement driver said Henry called him twice Friday morning. The sec ond time, he was anxious to know if the package was on the truck. While interviewing the replacement driver, investi gators recorded a call with Henry where he instructed the other driver to give the package to the old man at the Pit. According to the report, Henry also told the other driver to physically deliver the package to the barbecue stand but digital ly log the delivery at the real address. Then, CCSO said, detec tives concealed them selves near the barbecue stand while the delivery was made and questioned the man who received the package. He told deputies that Henry had asked him to lock the package up until he returned from Miami. On Monday, investiga tors made contact with Henry at the UPS distribution center and interviewed him. According to the report, he told them that a differ ent man had asked him to receive the package on his behalf. During the interview, CCSO said, investigators told Henry they had discov ered that he had repeatedly logged deliveries digitally without ever leaving his truck. He couldnt explain why this was, the report said. They then asked him if he had asked the replacement driver to deliver a package for him on Friday. He said he did not. Deputies told Henry they had a recording of him ask ing the other driver to do so and asked if he wanted to hear it. According to the report, he said he did but then changed his mind and asked for an attorney. Henry was then arrest ed and taken to Columbia County Jail. He has since been released on $80,000 bond. FRAUDContinued From 1A when the child started to cry while he and the mother were sleeping. He began striking the infant in the face using an open hand, according to the report. After attacking the mother for trying to intervene, Zelenak resumed hitting the infant, the report states. The woman told deputies that Zelenak refused to let them leave the home after the incident. He took away all the car keys and communication devices in the home, threatening her not to notify law enforcement, according to the report. Zelenak took the keys and devices when he left the next day, the report states. The woman was scared to leave because Zelenaks parents lived nextdoor and have taken his side in the past, the report states. The adult victims sister visited the home later that day and learned about the incident. The sister drove the mother and child to the hospital. The infant had bruising on both sides of the face, consistent with being struck by an adult hand. She also had bruising under the upper region of the eye socket. The previous week, Zelenak dragged the mother to the floor by her hair and grabbed her by the throat with enough force that she lost consciousness, the mother told deputies. INFANTContinued From 1Aat 8 a.m. before the official event kicks off. Sulek said the walks will provide peo ple with a great opportunity to learn about nature. The best way to learn about birds is to go out with people who know about birds, she said. Thats the bottom line. Krummrich, a life long birder who worked for the Fish and Wildlife Commission for 35 years, said he is passionate about spreading his love of birds. Im here to share enthu siasm as much as I am knowledge, he said. The way [birds] do the things God made them do is inter esting and fascinating. It gives people a whole new view of things. Marc Minno, who has co-authored three books on butterflies, will be leading butterfly walks at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. He really knows how to make you see butterflies and look for the evidence of butterflies, Sulek said. [For example,] he can point out leaves that are munched on. He really knows how to open your eyes. Vendors attending the event include Amazing Animals, the Ichetucknee Springs State Park, Jims Wood Shop, the Home Depot and more than 20 others. They will offer all kinds of things for kids and adults, including live snakes and tortoises, wood toys and childrens building projects. Thomas, who is leading the beginners bird walk, said people should mostly try to come out to the festival to take in one of Lake Citys natural treasures. [Alligator Lake] is abso lutely gorgeous and a gem for Lake City, she said. People can live somewhere for a long time and not know what is living there with them. We love to intro duce people to the natural world and all the things that are here. Sulek said the festival is a great opportunity for people to restore the sense of community that technology might be taking away. We have a different kind of community now, she said. But the physical community of Lake City is some thing thats special. Nature is something that is really a part of all of us. Krummrich said it is important to remind peo ple of the importance of natures role in the world as well. Id like people to come to an appreciation that theres a lot more to enjoy outdoors than there is indoors, he said. The more we do now, the more there will be in the future for everybody. FESTIVALContinued From 1A However, the roads in a subdivision next to the Country Club at Lake City were impassable due to the flooding, said Dillan Van Vleck, an employee at the country clubs golf shop. The water was at least deep enough to cover the hood of any car that attempted to drive on the streets, Van Vleck said. You just couldnt get through, he said. The neighborhoods houses are generally on elevated ground. One vehicle was seen being towed away, Van Vleck said, but its not clear if any other parked cars sustained damage. According to at least one local resident, Southwest Faith Road behind Home Depot was also closed due to flooding. Morgan said he received no reports of that road being closed. At Summers Elementary School, there was minor flooding in some classrooms and the first-grade hall, said Principal Amy Stanton. Within minutes, assistant superintendents Todd Widergren and Cherie Hill were at the school with machines to remove the water, Stanton said. It was really exciting, actually, to see the school pull together so quickly and effortlessly, she said. Morgan said the school never reported any flooding incidents. If there was, they havent called it in and let us know about it, he said. STORMContinued From 1A FIND WHAT YOU NEED IN TODAYS CLASSIFIEDS CALL TODAY TO SUBSCRIBE755-5445

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The Florida Department of Environmental Protection and the Columbia County Board of Commissioners are providing a collection site from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the fairgrounds parking lot. Disposal is free for households, but there is a fee for small businesses.What to bringAmong the items residents may bring to the site:Aerosol cansAntifreezeBatteriesComputersCorrosivesTransmission fluidEmergency flaresFertilizersFluorescent LampsGasolineHousehold cleanersHousehold electronicsInsecticidesMedicationsOil filtersPaint and related paint productsPaint thinnersPesticidesPhotographic solutionsPoisonsPool chemicalsPropane tanksTelevisionsUsed oilLabel all containersResidents must label all containers and should be careful when handling dangerous items:If a container leaks, it should be packed in a larger container with an absor bent material (such as cat litter or oil absorbent).Do not mix different or unknown materials togeth er.If you cannot identify the contents of a container, label it unknown.Pack the containers in boxes with dividers.What not to bringAmong the items that will not be accepted:Explosives, such as ammunition, dynamite and blasting agents.Reactives, such as crystallized ethers, picric acid and sodium and phosphorus metals.Radioactive or infec tious wastes. For more information about the program or the fees for small businesses, call 352-334-0440 or call Ed Lontz at 752-6050. COURTESYThe Florida Department of Environmental Protection and the Columbia County Board of Commissioners are providing a hazardous waste collection site from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the fairgrounds parking lot. State House pursues extension of property tax exemptionBy JIM TURNERThe News Service of FloridaTALLAHASSEE Voters next year could be asked to expand Floridas homestead property-tax exemption, under a measure introduced Wednesday in the House that quickly drew objections from local governments. As a companion to a nearly $300 million tax-cut package, the House Ways & Means Committee voted 13-6 to approve a proposal (PCB WMC 17-04) that would ask voters in November 2018 to expand by $25,000 the non-school homestead exemption. Rep. Mike La Rosa, a St. Cloud Republican and real-estate developer who is handling the bill for the committee, said it is about making homeownership more affordable. The Senate does not have a version of the bill. At minimum, this constitutional amendment gives the ability of homeowners and non-homeowners to make a decision if they want to lower their costs of owning a home and achieve that American dream, La Rosa said. The state Revenue Estimating Conference projected that, if approved by voters, local governments collectively would see nonschool property-tax revenue drop by $752.7 million annually starting in the 2019-2020 fiscal year. Committee Chairman Jim Boyd, R-Bradenton, had estimated the change would save property owners an average of about $170 a year. Voting against the proposal, Rep. Don Hahnfeldt, R-The Villages, asked if it was unreasonable to force local governments to sharpen their pencils to enact further budget cuts that will be felt most by those who need local services. This is an idea that is great in intention, but is at best a feel-good for legislators and its going to be devastating for our communities, Hahnfeldt said. Meanwhile, Rep. Al Jacquet, D-Lantana, voted for the measure after briefly proposing an amendment that would have boosted the exemption to cover up to $150,000 of a propertys assessed value. Lets put our people first, Jacquet said. I did not hear from one taxpayer in my district who said this is a bad idea. Yet, local officials from across the state told lawmakers that the proposed constitutional amendment would put more of the tax burden on fewer people and force county and municipal governments to decide if they would cut services or increase taxes. The savings for homeowners would cut Seminole County revenue by more than $16.5 million, Orange County would see a revenue reduction of $35.3 million, and Leon County about $9 million, according to local officials. Palm Beach County could see a revenue drop by $29 million. Edward G. Labrador, a lobbyist for Broward County, estimated the homestead change would result in a $38 million reduction in revenue for Broward, more than what we fund countywide for parks and recreation. Nancy Detert, a former state lawmaker now on the Sarasota County Commission, told the committee that solving road gridlock and improving quality of life are concerns for her local government, where the measure would cut revenue by $7.7 million. Its well intentioned, Detert said of the proposal. I think we have different problems, and those different problems require funding. Miami-Dade County Commissioner Sally Heyman, also a former state lawmaker, said her county could be out $76.8 million in revenue if voters approve the change, requiring a $17.5 million cut just to fire-rescue services. If this legislation is really about tax relief for our citizens of Florida, lets not punish the local governments who are delivering services, sometimes underfunded, to all of our citizenry, Heyman said.Tribune News ServiceThe House Ways & Means Committee voted 13-6 on Wednesday to approve a proposal (PCB WMC 17-04) that would ask voters in November 2018 to expand by $25,000 the non-school homestead exemption. Rep. Mike La Rosa, pictured, a St. Cloud Republican and real-estate developer who is handling the bill for the committee, said it is about making homeownership more affordable. State slashes budget of prosecutor who refuses to pursue the death penaltyTALLAHASSEE Florida legislators are moving ahead with plans to cut the budget of an Orlando prosecutor who is pledging to not seek the death penalty in cases handled by her office. Rival spending plans approved Wednesday by House and Senate budget committees would cut roughly $1.3 million from the budget of the office of State Attorney Aramis Alaya. Ayala has come under fire after she announced she wouldn't seek the death penalty in the case of Markeith Loyd or any other case. Loyd is charged with kill ing an Orlando police lieutenant earlier this year, and his pregnant ex-girlfriend. Sen. Randolph Bracy, an Orlando Democrat, wanted to restore funding for Ayala's office, but he withdrew his pro posal amid Republican opposition. He said that if the money was cut, it would force Ayala to eliminate the prosecution of cer tain cases.Trump removes Bannon from security councilWASHINGTON President Donald Trump has removed chief strategist Steve Bannon from the National Security Council, reversing an earlier, controver sial decision to give Bannon access to the groups high-level meetings. A new memorandum about the councils composition was published Wednesday in the Federal Register. The memo no lon ger lists the chief strategist as a member of the Principals Committee, a group of high-ranking officials who meet to discuss pressing national security priorities. A senior White House official said Wednesday that Bannon was initially placed on the National Security Council after Trumps inauguration as a measure to ensure implementation of the presi dents vision, including efforts to down size and streamline operations at the NSC. Bannons addition to the NSC sparked criticism that it was inappropriate for the political adviser to play a role in national security matters. Trumps first national security adviser, Michael Flynn, was heading the NSC at the time, but the official said Bannons role had nothing to do with the troubles facing Flynn, who was asked to resign in early February for misleading the administration about his communications with Russian officials. A senior administration official said that Flynn reluctantly agreed to have Bannon join the NSC. The official said that Trumps chief of staff, Reince Priebus, and chief counsel Don McGahn rewrote the original NSC memo with Flynn to include Bannon. The official said the move reflected Trumps dwindling faith in his national security adviser and that Flynns daily presentations to the president were seen as disorganized and not up to par. One of the officials said Bannons remov al from the NSC was not a reflection of any change in his standing as one of Trumps closest advisers. Bannon will maintain his security clearance as is standard for most top West Wing officials.Associated Press

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At first it seems a trivial issue, the alarm about Vice President Michael Pence saying he would never dine alone with a woman other than his wife. But its illustrative of a world turned upside down that there would be such a stir without accompanying howls of laughter. Maybe its not so trivial an issue. The Pence remark, resuscitated from a 15-year-old interview, is seen by critics as something outlandish, evidence of a sexually discriminatory disposition, a religious throwback to primitive understandings. The fear is that the views of this conservative evangelical Christian could dramatically thwart womens career advancement, and if you want ruminations on what those views are, tune in to Laura Chapin writing for U.S. News & World Report. Citing as evidence nothing but the quote, this Democratic commentator says Pences concept of women is whether you want to have sex with them, a peculiar way of putting it, but there it is. For Pence and other right-wing men, she has telepathically learned, women exist only in terms of how men define and perceive them. They are around solely for procreation, which is to be determined and directed by men, she says in an example of indefensible generality having more to do with bigotry than thought, or so it seems to me. Others in magazine and newspaper articles may not go as far as this, and a few are more sophisticated, but the gist of the worry is that women need male executives as mentors and friends, that Christian fundamentalism gets in the way because of worries about sexual temptation and that this is just absurd. Take those women to dinner, you guys, or you will be wrecking careers and lives, its said, and it does not strike me as the end of the world if some executives do just that. But there are three quick answers as to why there is nothing wrong with saying no thanks, and why that response might even be wise. One, there really, truly can be a threat of one-on-one engagements breeding something romantic. Even if there was no sexual attraction either way beforehand, it could develop over a dinner or two or three. If some find this unimaginable, they might try talking to some friends and acquaintances or watching some movies or maybe reading some biographies or novels. By the way, they might also consider that women can sometimes be the aggressors. It happens. Two, there is such a thing as gossip that can be deadly in the workplace, and there are also lots of sexual harassment and assault charges going around these days. The last thing some executives might want is to put themselves in a situation in which they might be falsely accused or have some action or exchange of words misinterpreted. Men can also be at a disadvantage in instances of allegations coming their way. Male students facing suspension or expulsion at universities have routinely been denied normal due process procedures, for instance. Finally, there is a simple solution that enables all sides to win. Invite a third party. It is definitely a good thing for executives to boost the careers of talented, hard-working employees of character, no matter what the sex, but it is possible to be a mentor or helpful friend with others looking on. And there are all kinds of get-together possibilities outside of restaurants. If someone is worried even about sessions of just two behind closed doors in office buildings, open the doors. Let others look in if they pass by. So what? As for solutions to extreme ideological inanity carrying on all the time, Id suggest common sense. OPINION Lake City Reporter Serving Columbia County Since 1874 The Lake City Reporter is published with pride for residents of Columbia and surrounding counties by Community Newspapers Inc. We believe strong newspapers build strong communities -Newspapers get things done! Our primary goal is to publish distinguished and profitable communityoriented newspapers. This mission will be accomplished through the teamwork of professionals dedicated to truth, integrity and hard work. Todd Wilson, Publisher Robert Bridges, Editor Jim Barr, Associate Editor Sue Brannon, Controller Dink NeSmith, President Tom Wood, Chairman ANOTHER VIEW LETTERS POLICY Letters to the Editor should be typed or neatly written and double spaced. Letters should not exceed 400 words and will be edited for length and libel. Letters must be signed and include the writers name, address and telephone number for verification. Writers can have two letters per month published. Letters and guest columns are the opinion of the writers and not necessarily that of the Lake City Reporter. BY MAIL: Letters, P.O. Box 1709, Lake City, FL 32056; or drop off at 180 E. Duval St. downtown. BY FAX: (386) 752-9400. BY EMAIL: rbridges@lakecityreporter.com Thursday, April 6, 2017 www.lakecityreporter.com 4A Lake City Reporter Serving Columbia County Since 1874 The Lake City Reporter is published with pride for residents of Columbia and surrounding counties by Community Newspapers Inc. We believe strong newspapers build strong communities -Newspapers get things done! Our primary goal is to publish distinguished and profitable communityoriented newspapers. This mission will be accomplished through the teamwork of professionals dedicated to truth, integrity and hard work. Todd Wilson, Publisher Robert Bridges, Editor Frances Wainwright, Controller Dink NeSmith, President Tom Wood, ChairmanThe permanent police line-upMost Americans havent sampled the thrill of being the subject of a police line-up, where the victim of a crime studies the faces of suspects from behind a one-way mirror. The proliferation of facial recognition technology changes all that. While the police need every advantage they can manage to stay ahead of evildoers, strong safeguards are necessary to protect individual privacy and prevent false accusations and arrests. The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee examined police policies on the use of facial recognition technology and discovered that mug shots, or photographs of the faces of suspects, of 125 million American adults are stored in digital databases and are already at the call of state and federal authorities. The FBI has made arrangements with 18 states to access their digital photographs, including those collected by state departments of motor vehicles. The bureau is seeking access to the others. Rep. Jason Chaffetz, the chairman of the committee, observed that the FBI has not published the required privacy impact assessments of its use of its electronic identification programs. So heres the problem, he told the FBI, youre required by law to put out a privacy statement and you didnt. And now were supposed to trust you with hundreds of millions of peoples faces Why should we trust you? It was a pertinent question in the wake of allegations of Russian interference in the 2016 presidential campaign and suspicions of U.S. surveillance of the Trump transition team. The danger in federal access to the personal communications of Americans is real. Kimberly J. Del Greco, the deputy assistant director of the FBI, told the committee that the tardy privacy assessments have now been forwarded to the U.S. Justice Department. Meanwhile, she said, the agencys Interstate Photo System and other facial recognition programs are used only to create leads, and not intended as positive identification. Privacy advocates object to the wholesale inclusion of the data on the law-abiding in facial recognition networks that are used to identify criminals. Never before not with fingerprints or DNA has law enforcement created a national biometric network made up mostly of innocent people, says Alvaro Bedoya, executive director for the Center on Privacy and Technology at Georgetown Law School. The technology is still evolving, and critics say it is subject to making false matches. FBI programs fail to make an accurate identification 15 percent of the time, says Jennifer Lynch of the Electronic Frontier Foundation. Facial recognition technology is particularly unreliable in correctly identifying blacks and other ethnic minorities of darker hue, meaning people of color will likely shoulder more of the burden of the Interstate Photo Systems inaccuracies than whites. As identification technology improves, its natural for law enforcement officials to rely on it to help keep the peace. But for now the urgency to identify suspects outpaces accuracy. The sort of deceitful unmasking that led to Gen. Michael Flynns termination as the presidents national security adviser may seem a present danger only for the high and mighty, but everyone with a drivers license could eventually fall under the gaze of Big Brother. If the U.S. intelligence agencies use facial recognition technology capable of placing Americans in a perpetual lineup, Congress is obligated to devise stringent safeguards and impose tough punishment for those who violate those safeguards. The late Supreme Court Justice Louis Brandeis rightly described privacy as the right to be let alone. That right has never been more precious, or more vulnerable to abuse. Ideological inanity strikes again Judge Neil Gorsuch, a thoughtful conservative who is President Donald Trumps nominee for the Supreme Court, likely wins Senate confirmation this week. The question is under what terms: conventional or nuclear? With American democracy unscathed or, um, scathed? Our hope, now fading, is that Gorsuch gets to the high court the old-fashioned way with support from both Republicans and Democrats. If only. In Washington, Republicans and Democrats will go to extremes to win their battles and damage the other side, even if that means attacking the ideal of compromise that should define effective bipartisan governance. The Gorsuch nomination is a crucial test for the Senate because theres more at stake than a vote on an individual Supreme Court seat. There is also the preservation of an honorable system for doing the peoples business. The Senate stands at the brink of abandoning this important democratic practice of reasonable cooperation on judgeships. Heres why: When the full Senate votes on confirmation, Gorsuch appears set to receive all 52 Republican votes, but his nomination has no direct path to a super-majority of 60 because there are not eight Democratic and independent senators willing to join. That fact became clear Monday when the Senate Judiciary Committee approved Gorsuchs nomination on a party-line vote but the 41st Democrat came out against the nominee. By Tuesday, that figure was up to 44. Without 60 votes for confirmation, Democrats can filibuster, effectively icing the Gorsuch nomination unless Republicans invoke the extreme measure of changing Senate rules governing Supreme Court confirmations. Under this so-called nuclear option, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell could push through a straight majority vote to deliver the high court seat to Gorsuch. Thats probably what hell do. They dont call this the nuclear option for nothing, though. The Senate has never experienced a partisan filibuster to block a Supreme Court justice, so theres never been a case of a majority party blowing up Senate rules to circumvent minority party opposition to a high court appointment. Supreme Court nominations have been withdrawn, and the 1987 nomination of Judge Robert Bork was defeated, but when the votes up for grabs, the Senate has found a way to do the responsible thing. The late Justice Antonin Scalia, an arch-conservative whose seat Gorsuch would fill, was confirmed with 98 votes. Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a liberal, got 96 votes. This sorry confrontation over Gorsuch has direct roots in a 2013 action by Senate Democrats. Then-Majority Leader Harry Reid deployed the nuclear option to crush Republican dissent over some presidential nominations. President Barack Obama endorsed Reids move, blaming Republican obstructionism that just isnt normal. Democrats say Gorsuch doesnt deserve the Supreme Court seat because they believe hell allow his political convictions to color rulings from the bench. He gave a strong defense of his judicial philosophy and commitment to the Constitution, but of course declined to discuss specific cases to avoid accusations of being prejudicial. Democrats characterized his caution as evasiveness. The Democrats werent ever going to go easy on Gorsuch, though, and much of that blame sits with Republicans. Last year they refused to even hold a nomination hearing for Judge Merrick Garland, Obamas choice to succeed Scalia. This time its a Republican president whose legitimate pick for the Supreme Court is hung up by Democratic rancor. If the only option is nuclear, the Republicans will take it. And you can bet Democrats wont forget. Thats how we got here: revenge instead of compromise, destruction over cooperation, an escalating cycle of win-at-all-costs cynicism. Senators, all of you know that Gorsuch will be a good justice. He deserves to be confirmed and likely will be. If you also quash the filibuster, thats on you.One way or another, confirm Gorsuch Chicago Tribune Jay AmbroseSpeaktoJay@aol.com Jay Ambrose, formerly Washington director of editorial policy for Scripps Howard newspapers and the editor of dailies in El Paso, Texas and Denver, is a columnist living in Colorado. Washington Times

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Dorothy Dot Beverly Dorothy Dot Beverly, life long resident of Lake City, Florida Scrub Town, was born July 11, 1937, to the late Purvis Toot and Louise Smith in Lake City, Florida. Dot accepted Christ as her Savior at an early age and attend ed New St. James Missionary Baptist Church faithfully until her health failed. On Wednesday, March 29, 2017, Dorothy heard her Masters voice, answered and transitioned into eter nal rest. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, David Beverly, Sr.; oldest daughter, Patricia Pat Wilson; brothers, Mac Arthur Smith, Purvis James Smith, Johnnie K. Smith; sisters, Left to cherish loving memories: daughter, Brenda Johnson Cunningham (Michael); son, Timothy Leon Johnson; sisters, Winnie Ann Tunsil, Lovie Lee Smith; step-children, Janie Mae Kelly, Milton Beverly, Tyrone Beverly; grandchildren, James Reinard Wilson, Kandi Wilson, Kimberly Chapman (Tremayne), Kirenda Welch, Dan Jones (Marsha), Deaunes Pee Wee Maxwell (Scarlet); hosts of great-grandchil dren, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Funeral services for Dorothy Dot Beverly will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 8, 2017, at New St. James Missionary Baptist Church. 365 NW Martin Gln, Lake City, FL. Rev. Anthony White, Pastor. Viewing will be held one hour prior to the service from 10:00 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 8, 2017. Arrangements entrusted to COMBS FUNERAL HOME 292 NE Washington St. Lake City, FL, Marq Combs Turner, L.F.D. The Caring Professional Ceola HutchersonMs. Ceola Hutcherson, a resident of White Springs, FL, passed away on March 28, 2017. Ms. Ceola Hutcherson is survived by her mother: Mrs. Lillie Bell Hutcherson; Children: Kimberly Hutcherson Bullock, Anthony Hutcherson; Brothers and Sisters: Ponce Marshall, Wallace Marshall, Kenneth Hutcherson, David Hutcherson, Rickey Hutcherson, Calvin Hutcherson, Maybell Roberts, Jeannette Hutcherson, Annette Hutcherson Carter, Henriette Rodriguez, Charlene Hutcherson-Scott, Wil lie Hutcherson, Reginald Hutcherson and Sonya Montgomery. Funeral Services for Ms. Ceola Hutcherson will be Saturday, April 8, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. in South Hamilton Elementary School located in White Springs, Florida. Immediately following funeral services, burial will be in the Swift Creek Cemetery. Visitation for family and friends will be Friday, April 7, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. in Beulah Baptist Church in White Springs, Florida. D.M. Udell and Sons of D.M. UDELL FUNERAL HOME are administering all arrange ments. Please contact D.M. Udell at either (386) 362-4189 or Douglas Udell II at (386) 344-4309 (cell) for informa tion regarding the funeral services for Ms. Ceola Hutcherson. Clifford OHaraMr. Clifford OHara age 80, a long time resident of Lake City, Florida passed away Tuesday, April 4, 2017 at Haven Hospice terminating an illness. He was the son of the late Della Mae Brown and Albert OHara. He was a member of Bethel A.M.E. Church of Lake City, Florida and he loved He was preceded in death by his wife Elizabeth OHara; two daughters Lucille OHara, Willemina OHara and one brother Eddie OHara. He leaves to cherish his memories two sons; Floyd OHara, Edward Gomer Coleman (Yvette); three daughters; Lillie Mae Gordon (Fred), Della OHara, Christine OHara, one brother Willie OHara and a host of loving grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Service for Mr. Clifford OHara will be 10:00am Saturday, April 8, 2017 at Bethel A.M.E. Church, 838 SW County Road 242A, Lake City, Florida Rev. James Houston, Pastor and ofly and friends will be Friday, April 7, 2017 from 5:00pm until 6:00pm at Cooper Funeral Home Chapel, 251 NE Washington Street, Lake City, Florida. Arrangements entrusted to: COOPER FUNERAL HOME 251 NE Washington Street, Lake City, Florida 32055. WIllis O. Cooper, L.F.D., C.F.S.P. Debra Ann Rowe Debra Ann Evins Rowe, a resident of Lake City, Florida, was born October 3, 2017, in Sneads, Florida, to Lucinda Jones and John Howard Evins. Both parents precede her in death. Debra was educated in the public schools of Columbia County. She was united in matrimony to Ernest Rowe, Sr. and to this union, four children were born. Debra worked in the Hotel Industry for many years until her health failed. She was known affectionately by many in the community as Momma Rowe. Debra was a member of The Community Revival Center under the leadership of Elder Clyde Douglas. Singing, listening to music, watching wrestling (with Jay), Kung-Fu movies, completing crossword puzzles, was what Debra enjoyed. She was very passionate about spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ and spending time with family. On March 29, 2017, Debra entered into eternal rest at Monroe Regional Medical Center, Ocala, FL. Other precedents in death: brothers, Johnny Ray Pelt, Derrick Brown; aunt, Carrie Mae Robinson Spencer Dear; and cousin, Violet. Left to cherish precious memories: children, Rebecca Rowe, Sarah Mincey (David), Benjamin Rowe and Earnest Rowe (Anna); grandchildren, JayQuan, Samuel, Ciara, Eddie, Neveah and Narriah; sisters, Joann Cruz, Brenda Jones, Equilla Brown, Carolyn Armstrong; brothers, Howard Evans, Jr. (Mary), Fredrick Travis, Marvin Brown (LaQuanda), Anthony Evins; step-brothers, Jimmie Long, James Long, Charles Long, Canary Long, Jerry Long, Corinthian Long, Michael Long, Kenneth Keith, Atlantis Long; special niece/daughter, Dorothy Williams; hosts of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services for Debra Ann Rowe will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, April 8, 2017, at The Community Revival Center, 224 NE Patterson Ave, Lake City, FL. Elder Clyde Douglas, Pastor. The family will receive friends from 5:00 7:00 p.m. Friday, April 7, 2017, at the funeral home. be sent to Combs Funeral Home. Arrangements entrusted to COMBS FUNERAL HOME 292 NE Washington St., Lake City, FL. (386) 752-4366, Marq Combs Turner, L.F.D. The Caring Professionals Richard WalterMr. Richard Walter age 84, a long time resident of Lake City, Florida answered the call into eternal rest on April 2, 2017 at Suwannee Health and Rehabil itation Center, Live Oak, FL. He was born in Madison, Florida to the late John Walter and Rose Lee Walter on April 3, 1932. His son Junior Walter preceded him in death also. Richard worked with Daniels Lumber Company for many years as a Tractor Driver/Log ger and retired after many years of service due to his health. He was united in Holy Matrimo ny to Rosa Mae Ross for 54 years and attended Olivet Missionary Baptist Church as often as he could until his health failed him. family and was a friend to all who came to known him. Mr. Richard Walter leaves to cherish his memories his wife Mrs. Rosa Mae Walter, one daughter Sandra Walter of Jacksonville, Florida; sister Palma Lee Collins of Madison, Florida; sister-in-law Missionary Henrietta Brown, two grandchildren Dee and Jermaine and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and sorrowing friends. Celebration of life for Richard Walter will be Saturday 12:00 noon April 8, 2017 at Olivet Missionary Baptist Church, Rev. Ronald V. Walters, Pastor. Interment will follow in the Garden of Rest Cemetery Lake Jeffery Rd. Lake City, FL. The family will receive friends Friday, April 7, 2017 6:00pm until 7:00pm at Cooper Funeral Home Chapel. Arrangements entrusted to: COOPER FUNERAL HOME 251 NE Washington Street, Lake City, Florida 32055 Wil lis O. Cooper, L.F.D., C.F.S.P.Obituaries are paid advertisements. For details, call the Lake City Reporters classified department at 752-1293. THURSDAY, APRIL 6, 2017 LOCAL LAKE CITY REPORTER 5A Congratulations to Hobby Lobbyon their Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Hobby Lobby 275 NW Hutton Drive Lake City, FL APRIL 3, 2017 OBITUARIES To submit your Community Calendar item, stop by the Reporter or email Justin Caudell at jcaudell@lakecityreporter.com.COMMUNITY CALENDARTodayAcrylics classGateway Art Gallery, located at 168 N. Marion Ave. in Lake City (next to Wards Jewelry), will present an acrylics class by Dottie List from 4 to 6 p.m. The class is $30, which includes supplies. Call 752-5229 for more information or to register.FridayDinner and dancingDances are held each Friday night from 7 to 10 p.m. at The Lifestyle Enrichment Center, 628 SE Allison Court (behind Baya Pharmacy). April 7s dance is an Easter Dance. There will not be a dance on April 14 in obser vance of Good Friday. $7 admission includes pot luck dinner and music by a professional DJ. All proceeds benefit the center. Call 755-0235 for more information.Friends of Music concertThe brass quintet Garnet and Brass of Florida State University will be in concert at 7:30 p.m. at Covenant First Presbyterian Church, 421 White Ave., Live Oak. The concert is free and open to the public. A reception will follow. For more information, call 365-4941.Music showcaseThe Emerald Thread Listening Room in downtown Lake City will feature local songwriters Hannah Roberts, Ayerlyn and Victoria Longoria beginning at 8 p.m. There is no cover for the event, but tips for perform ers are suggested. Doors open for coffee and refreshments at 7:30 p.m. The room is located in the Downtown Arts Center, 537 N. Marion Avenue, Lake City.Lend Me A TenorLend Me a Tenor, a side-split ting comedic farce set in two acts, is on stage now at the High Springs Playhouse. Friday and Saturday performances are at 8 p.m. and doors open at 7:30. Sunday matinees are at 2 p.m. with doors opening at 1:30. Tickets are $15 for adults; stu dents and seniors on Sundays are $10. Tickets may be purchased online at www.highspringsplay house.com and at the door. The theater is located at 130 NE 1st Ave., High Springs. The last per formance will be Sunday, April 23.SaturdayAlligator Lake Spring FestivalFun, free community event cel ebrating nature from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Alligator Lake Park. Activities will include walking workshops, including bird walks (loaner binoculars available), butterfly walks and photography contest. A live eagle program will take place at noon. Vendors will feature native plants and other nature-related items. Many free kids activities and food and music.Hazardous waste collectionThe Florida Department of Environmental Protection and the Columbia County Board of Commissioners are sponsoring a project to collect, recycle, treat and properly dispose of house hold hazardous wastes from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Columbia County Fairgrounds, 164 SW Mary Ethyl Lane, Lake City. All residents and small businesses are welcome. The service is provided at no charge for households and small businesses can partici pate on a fee basis. Businesses can call 352-334-0440 for fees and program availability. Dance auditionsDance auditions for Dance Express under choreographer Herbert Dingle will take place from 10:30 a.m. to noon (and each following Saturday) at Richardson Community Center. For more information, call 438-0867.RHS Alumni RoundupNoon at the Richardson Community Center. For more information, call 752-0815.SundayOptimal Health Expo 2017A health and wellness expo will take place at 1 p.m. at Fort White Community Center, 17579 SW SR 47, Fort White. Wholesome and healthy food preparation tips, vegetarian food recipes and more will be provided. For more information, call 755-6547 or 4664455.MondayWatercolor classGateway Art Gallery, located at 168 N. Marion Ave. in Lake City (next to Wards Jewelry), will present a watercolor class by Wally Reichert from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. The class is $30, which includes supplies. Call 752-5229 for more information or to register.TuesdayMedicare seminarThe Lifestyle Enrichment Center will sponsor a free edu cational Medicare seminar from 5 to 6 p.m. The seminar will be moderated by Irv Crowetz of C/C & Associates, Inc. Subjects cov ered will include: What you need to know about Medicare; When to enroll; What is covered under Parts A, B, C and D; and if a supplement needed. The seminar is not a sales pitch. RSVP by calling 755-3476, ext. 107.COURTESYFrom left, Nickolus Turner as Max and Will Tucker as Tito perform a scene in Lend Me A Tenor. The side-splitting comedic farce set in two acts is on stage now at the High Springs Playhouse.

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6A THURSDAY, APRIL 6, 2017 LOCAL LAKE CITY REPORTER Edgewood Estates Subdivision, New Generation School, Southside Baseball ComplexA precautionary boil water advisory will be in eect for all businesses and residences in the area of Edgewood Estates Subdivision: Aurora Way, Edgewood Lane, Mackinaw Way, Tempy Place, Vermont Way, to include New Generation School, and the Baseball Complex beginning Tuesday, April 04, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. until otherwise notied by the City of Lake City Utilities Division. e water outage, and boil water advisory, is due to a broke water main which occurred at the Southside Baseball Complex. is boil water advisory will be for ONLY the residences and businesses that experienced water outage Tuesday morning during the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Once water services have been restored, the water should be boiled for at least two (2) minutes prior to consumption. Hang tags will be placed on your door or to business management to advise you of the boil water advisory, as well as notication as to when the boil water is lied. Both notications will be printed in the Lake City Reporter. e City of Lake City and the Utilities Department apologize for the inconvenience as we complete the necessary repairs to your water main. Any concerns or questions, call 386-758-5492. Notication of Boil Water Advisory Bring us yourhazardous waste! WHEN: Saturday, April 8, 2017 WHERE: Columbia County Fairgrounds Parking Lot 164 SW Mary Ethyl Lane, Lake City, FL 32025 TIME: 9:00 am 3:00 pmThis service is free to residents, and is provided to small businesses for a fee. Residents can call Ed Lontz at 386-752-6050 for more information; businesses can call the Hazardous Waste Collection Center at 352-334-0440 for pricing. Pesticides Paint thinners Used oil/lubricants Pool chemicals Solvents Insecticides Gasoline/fuels Fluorescent lamps Electronics Computers TVs Paints Batteries, all types Fertilizers Household cleaners Corrosives Propane tanks Medications Aerosol cans Used cooking oilColumbia County Hazardous Waste Collection Event The Florida Department of Environmental Protection and the Columbia County Commission are sponsoring a project to collect, recycle, treat and properly dispose of these household hazardous wastes: Columbia County Fairgrounds Parking Lot AlachuaCountyHazWaste.us Olive production takes off in North FloridaBy MACE BAUERSpecial to the ReporterOlives have great potential as a landscape ornamental and may also provide opportunities for commercial fruit production. However, as a relatively new commercial crop to Florida, the cultural requirements of these trees are not completely known. Olives may be established in many areas of Florida in well-drained soils. While olives grow well on almost any welldrained soil, sand-dominated soils are best as olives are susceptible to root rot diseases in moist or wet soils. Avoid planting olives in low areas where standing water accumulates after rainfalls. Nutrient requirements for olive are low and the trees do not produce well on highly fertile soils. Olive is a rapidly growing plant and while growth increases are possible with supplemental fertilization, too much will cause excessive vegetative growth at the expense of reproductive growth (fruiting). Olives are thought to be a relatively pestand disease-free tree in much of the world, with the exception of a few invasive species that have become pests of olives in the last few years. Home gardeners will have few complaints about pests unless they cause an aesthetic injury like leaf discoloration or leaf damage. Olive oil is known for its health benefits. Diet patterns with higher intakes of olive oil are associated with a reduced risk of death from all causes. The 2015 Dietary Guidelines for Americans suggests an oil intake of about 5 teaspoons daily for a standard diet of about 2,000 calories. There are three common types of olive oil virgin olive oil, refined olive oil and olive pomace oil. Each has its unique processing method, flavor characteristics, composition and food applications. Virgin olive oil is produced by crushing fresh olives, followed by mechanical extraction of the oil. No heat or chemicals are used in this process. For the best quality olive oil, the fruit must be of high quality. Terms used to refer to the processing of olives for virgin olive oil include firstpress, cold-pressed or cold-extracted. This type of olive oil is the most flavorful and is potentially the most health-enhancing because it contains naturally occurring substances such as polyphenols. The quality of olive oil entering the U.S. food supply is graded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. U.S. extra virgin olive oil has excellent flavor and odor and a low free fatty acid content. The International Olive Council also has established standards for olive oils. Extra virgin olive oil is the highest quality and must be able to pass a sensory evaluation by a panel recognized by the IOC. To learn more about olive production in North Florida, please join UF/IFAS Extension at the 2017 Florida Olive Field Day. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday at Florida Olive Farms and Mill in Suwannee County. The registration fee of $15 includes lunch. Florida Olive Farms and Mill was founded in 2012 and installed Floridas first Olive mill in 2014. For more information or to register, call Karen Stauderman at 822-5778. Mace Bauer is an agronomy and commercial horticulture agent at the UF/IFAS Extension Columbia County oce.All-day event on Friday will highlight the fruitCOURTESYFlorida Olive Farms and Mill in Suwannee County was founded in 2012 and installed Floridas first Olive mill in 2014. The farm will be the site of the 2017 Florida Olive Field Day on Friday. FLORIDA POWER & LIGHTFlorida Power & Light announced this week it plans to put up an additional 1,500 megawatts of solar. The company also plans to replace by the summer of 2022 a Dania Beach plant that was built in the 1920s with a natural-gas plant. Florida Power & Light plans more solar in coming yearsBy JIM TURNERThe News Service of FloridaFloridas largest electricity provider is bumping up its solar plans. A little more than a month after saying it intended to double its solar-energy production in the coming year, Florida Power & Light announced this week it plans to put up an additional 1,500 megawatts of solar over the next seven years. By adding nearly 300 megawatts a year through 2023, including previously announced plans, the company anticipates it will have nearly 2,100 megawatts of solar in service, enough to power more than 420,000 homes. Leading solar proponents have praised past announcements but added that elec tric utilities in Florida should do more. FPLs solar-energy fore cast was filed Monday with the Florida Public Service Commission as part of the companys 2017-2026 Ten Year Site Plan. The company also plans to replace by the summer of 2022 a Dania Beach plant that was built in the 1920s with a natural-gas plant the company projects will save customers hun dreds of millions of dollars over its operational life. The changes, along with the planned retirement of the 1,252-megawatt coalfired St. Johns River Power Park by the end of the year, are expected to make solar the companys third largest source of energy, surpassing coal and oil, but still well behind natural gas and nuclear, by the third quarter of 2020. The company anticipates solar will account for about 4 percent of its energy in 2023. Our strategy of making smart, long-term invest ments in clean energy infrastructure is working, and were looking forward to keeping the momentum going with the major advancements announced today which, combined, are expected to save custom ers more than half a billion dollars, FPL president and CEO Eric Silagy said in a prepared statement. In February, FPL outlined plans to build eight 74.5 megawatt solar plants by early 2018, an increase from four that had been previously announced. Those eight plants in Putnam, Alachua, Indian River, DeSoto, Brevard, Hendry and St. Lucie coun ties are expected to bring the company to nearly 600 megawatts of solar power, enough for about 120,000 homes at peak production. Each plant costs roughly $130 million to build. Theoretically the plan announced Monday could result in up to 20 addition al 74.5-megawatt plants, although the company hasnt announced future locations. By building plants under 75 megawatts, FPL doesnt have to competitively bid each project as required by the state Power Plant Siting Act. Senators staff to hold office hours in Lake CityThe legislative office of State Senator Rob Bradley, R-Fleming Island, will be holding its monthly office hours for Columbia County residents on Wednesday. Staff representing the senator will be available to answer questions or provide constituent assistance from 1 to 4 p.m. in the County Commission Conference Room located in the Columbia County Administrative Offices at 135 NE Hernando Ave., Room 203, in Lake City. The senators office provides the service on the second Wednesday of each month. In addition to local office hours, con stituents can obtain assistance on matters relating to state government by calling the senators office toll free at 888-347-3483 or by emailing bradley.rod.web@flsenate. gov.

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Lake City Reporter SPORTS Thursday, April 6, 2017 www.lakecityreporter.com Section B Story ideas? Contact Eric Jackson or Tony Britt754-0420 754-0421ejackson@lakecityreporter.com tbritt@lakecityreporter.com THE MASTERSWatson, Simpson make most of family time at soggy Masters By PETE IACOBELLIAssociated PressAUGUSTA, Georgia While severe weather cancelled the Masters popular Par 3 Contest for the first time in history, Bubba Watson was able to get on the course with his two children before it was shut down. The two-time Masters champion enjoyed every moment. Watson and former U.S. Open champion Webb Simpson were first off the tee at Augusta Nationals par-3 layout in between major storms that first cleared the course at 10 a.m. then shut it down for good about 3 1-2 hours later. The start of the Par 3 Contest was delayed, but the two major champions made it through the nine-hole course, along with their wives and a total of six children: the Watsons two and the Simpsons four. Watson had 5-year-old son Caleb as his personal marshal, the youngster extending his arms skyward whenever his father or playing partner Simpson would putt. There was hardly anyone making noise, Caleb reported to Watson. Watson just smiled and pointed the young man to the next tee. This is a dream come true anytime you can come out here with your kids, Watson said. Caleb ate with his father in the champions locker room before the par-3 event. I might have gotten a picture of us in the champions locker eating lunch, Watson said with a grin. The siren sounded soon after the Watson-Simpson group finished, and officials called off play and evacuated the grounds for the rest of the day. No winner was declared, meaning no one was saddled with the dreaded curse no Par-3 Contest winner has ever gone on to capture the green jacket. Masters chairman Billy Payne said the approaching weather gave officials no choice but to get people off the course. We share in the disappointment of our patrons, but the safety of NFLRavens GM explains Timmy Jernigan tradeStaff reportsThe Ravens made a significant move Tuesday by dealing starting defensive tackle Timmy Jernigan to the Philadelphia Eagles to move up 25 spots in the third round of the draft. General Manager Ozzie Newsome elaborated on the trade during Wednesdays pre-draft press conference, saying that moving up to early in the third round will give the Ravens more options with how they spend their mid-round capital. We think its prime real estate when youre picking in the top-10 picks in a round because the phone normally rings [with a trade possibility], Newsome said. And you have a chance to pick up the player that you really want, or you probably could trade back and acquire more picks, if you so choose. The Ravens could ultimately end up dealing that No. 74 pick to get additional picks in later rounds. But the higher third-round pick also gives Newsome more ammunition if he chooses to go the other direction and trade up in the first or second round. Parting ways with Jernigan is a significant price to pay, but Newsome explained that the front office did its homework to determine his worth on the trade market. Based on the research that we did and the knowledge that we had, we got the value of what we thought Timmy was worth, Newsome said. Jernigan, 24, was heading into the final season of his rookie contract. He started 15 games for the Ravens last season and had the second-most sacks on the defense (five). The Ravens likely werent going to re-sign Jernigan after the 2017 season because they already made a huge financial commitment to nose tackle Brandon Williams, so trading him allowed Baltimore to receive an immediate return rather than waiting for a compensatory pick in the 2019 draft.Former Columbia star defenseman, Lake City native headed to Eagles COURTESYTimmy Jernigan is in his final season of rookie contract. COLLEGE SPORTSFlorida could open up athletic boosters and foundations Associated PressTALLAHASSEE Floridas college athletic booster groups and university foundations could be forced to open their records and books to the public. The Florida House is moving ahead with a measure to repeal a state law that now allows university groups to keep most of their records private. If the bill becomes law athletic boosters and university foundations could only keep confidential information on the names of donors. The legislation would also prevent colleges and universities from using taxpayer money to pay for people who work for direct support organizations, which usually raise money to help pay for athletics and other university operations. The House this year started scrutinizing university spending and requested private records that showed how much university foundations spend on travel and salaries.COLLEGE FOOTBALLBaylor assault scandal inspires raft of Texas campus assault bills By JIM VERTUNOAssociated PressAUSTIN, Texas Texas lawmakers are pushing for tougher sexual assault reporting requirements on college campuses in response to the ongoing investigations into Baylor Universitys handling of sexual assault allegations involving its football program. The Legislature convenes every other year and is in session for the first time since the Baylor scandal blew up and led to the firing last year of its successful football coach, Art Briles, and the resignation of its president, Ken Starr. The nations largest Baptist university is facing federal lawsuits from more than a dozen women who contend that school officials ignored or suppressed their sexual assault claims and fostered a culture of rape within the football program. Lawmakers have reacted by proposing bills that would require school employees and student leaders to immediately relay reports of assaults to the schools investigations office or face possi-COURTESYBubba Watson spent time with family during the delay. PHOTOS BY BRENT KUYKENDALL/Special to the ReporterPlay ball!Columbia baseball and softball teams take the field tonight. CHS baseball hosts Santa Fe while CHS softball kicks off the Kissimmee Klassic facing Tate. CHS pitcher Josh Boyette is pictured above tossing last week against Middleburg. Story Giebeig (left) along with Alaina Perry and SK Lewis (right) are pictured below. Both teams are trying to improve in hopes of making a district tournament run. BAYLOR continued on 6B FAMILY continued on 6B B1

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2B THURSDAY, APRIL 6, 2017 SPORTS LAKE CITY REPORTER TV LISTINGSTODAY AUTO RACING 2 a.m. (Friday) NBCSN Formula One, Chinese Grand Prix, practice, at Shanghai COLLEGE HOCKEY 6 p.m. ESPN2 NCAA Tournament, semifinal, Harvard vs. Minn. Duluth, at Chicago 9:30 p.m. ESPN2 NCAA Tournament, semifinal, Notre Dame vs. Denver, at Chicago GOLF 3 p.m. ESPN The Masters, first round, at Augusta, Ga. MLB BASEBALL 1:30 p.m. MLB Regional coverage, Pittsburgh at Boston OR Kansas City at Minnesota 4:30 p.m. MLB Regional coverage, Miami at Washington OR L.A. Angels at Oakland (4 p.m., games joined in progress) 7 p.m. MLB Regional coverage, Atlanta at N.Y. Yankees OR Toronto at Tampa Bay NBA BASKETBALL 8 p.m. TNT Boston at Atlanta 10:30 p.m. TNT Minnesota at Portland NHL HOCKEY 7 p.m. NBCSN Ottawa at Boston 10 p.m. NBCSN Chicago at Anaheim SOCCER 8:30 p.m. FS1 Women, International friendly, United States vs. Russia, at Frisco, TexasNBA STANDINGSEASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division W L Pct GB x-Boston 50 27 .649 x-Toronto 47 31 .603 3 New York 30 48 .385 20 Philadelphia 28 50 .359 22 Brooklyn 19 59 .244 31 Southeast Division W L Pct GB z-Washington 47 31 .603 Atlanta 39 38 .506 7 Miami 37 40 .481 9 Charlotte 36 42 .462 11 Orlando 27 51 .346 20 Central Division W L Pct GB z-Cleveland 50 27 .649 Milwaukee 40 38 .513 10 Chicago 38 40 .487 12 Indiana 38 40 .487 12 Detroit 35 42 .455 15 WESTERN CONFERENCE Southwest Division W L Pct GB z-San Antonio 60 17 .779 x-Houston 52 25 .675 8 x-Memphis 42 36 .538 18 New Orleans 33 45 .423 27 Dallas 32 45 .416 28 Northwest Division W L Pct GB x-Utah 48 30 .615 x-Oklahoma City 44 33 .571 3 Portland 38 40 .487 10 Denver 37 40 .481 10 Minnesota 31 46 .403 16 Pacific Division W L Pct GB z-Golden State 64 14 .821 x-L.A. Clippers 47 31 .603 17 Sacramento 31 47 .397 33 L.A. Lakers 22 55 .286 41 Phoenix 22 56 .282 42 x-clinched playoff spot z-clinched division 3 more Olympic medals stripped in IOC doping retests LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) Two wrestlers and a weightlifter have been stripped of Olympic medals for doping at the 2008 and 2012 Games. The International Olympic Committee says Uzbek wrestler Artur Taymazov, who won a gold medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, and Ukrainian wrestler Vasyl Fedoryshyn, who won silver, have been ordered to return their medals. Russian weightlifter Svetlana Tzarukaeva won silver at the 2012 London Games and also was asked to give her medal back. The IOC, which stores doping samples for 10 years, reanalyzed more than 1,000 samples from Beijing and London with improved techniques that can detect the use of steroids going back weeks and months, rather than days. 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The agreement with the U.S. Soccer Federation runs through 2021, meaning the players will be under contract through the 2019 World Cup in France and the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. The women will receive raises in base pay and bonuses as well as better provisions for travel and accommodations. We are proud of the hard work and commitment to thoughtful dialogue reflected through this process, and look forward to strengthening our partnership moving forward, U.S. Soccer and the players association said in a joint statement Wednesday. The deal comes as the national team is preparing to play an exhibition match against Russia on Thursday in Frisco, Texas. The team faces Russia again on Sunday in Houston. The agreement was ratified by the players and the federations board Tuesday. The team had been playing under a memorandum of understanding that expired Dec. 31. It also comes before the start of the National Womens Soccer League season on April 15. U.S. Soccer pays the wages of the national team players who are allocated across the domestic league, and the terms of those salaries are outlined in the collective bargaining agreement. Im proud of the tireless work that the players and our bargaining team put in to promote the game and ensure a bright future for American players, player representative Meghan Klingenberg said in a statement. We are excited to further strengthen the USWNTPA through our new revenue generating opportunities and abilities. A group of players drew attention to the fight for a better contract a year ago when they filed a complaint with the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission that alleged wage discrimination by the federation. The women maintained that players for the mens national team earned far more than they did in many cases despite comparable work. Talks had stalled late last year when the players split with the unions executive director. They picked up again over the last two months after U.S. Womens National Team Players Association brought in a new executive director and legal representation. Klingenberg, Becky Sauerbrunn and Christen Press were elected player representatives at the teams January training camp. The memorandum of understanding between U.S. Soccer and USWNTPA was struck in March 2013. Early last year U.S. Soccer took the players association to court to clarify that the CBA ran through 2016 after the union maintained that players could strike. A federal judge ruled in June that the team remained bound by a no-strike provision from its 2005-12 collective bargaining agreement, heading off any labor action that could have affected last Olympics in Brazil. The USSF has maintained that much of the pay disparity between the mens and womens teams resulted from separate labor agreements. The womens team had set up its compensation structure, which included a guaranteed salary rather than a pay-for-play model like the men, in the last contract. There has been no decision issued in the EEOC complaint, which was brought by Sauerbrunn, Hope Solo, Alex Morgan, Megan Rapinoe and Carli Lloyd. All five were on the team that won the 2015 Womens World Cup in Canada. While I think there is still much progress to be made for us and for women more broadly, I think the WNTPA should be very proud of this deal and feel empowered moving forward, Rapinoe said. The contract announcement follows an agreement between USA Hockey and its womens national team for better compensation following a threat by players to boycott the world championships. The Irish womens national soccer team also said Tuesday it could skip an upcoming international match because of a labor dispute. The players, many of them amateurs, say they arent compensated for time off from their daily jobs. They say they dont even have their own team apparel, but share it with Irelands youth teams.NBA sees promising numbers in 1st year of new TV dealBy JON KRAWCZYNSKIAssociated PressIn the first season of a massive new $24 billion television contract, the NBA saw its combined domestic ratings for all networks stay even when compared to last season. For Bill Koenig, the leagues president of global media distribution, that qualifies as a victory. Long immune to the ratings tumbles that have plagued other television shows in the era of DVRs and cord-cutting, some sports leagues saw their viewership numbers dip in part because of a bombastic presidential election cycle. The NBA opened its season going head-to-head with a historic World Series matchup between the Cubs and Indians, but has emerged with what Koenig considers encouraging signs as the playoffs begin next week. The combined U.S. ratings held firm at 0.8 for the season while the league had a 3 percent rise in unique viewers and a 6 percent increase in the total hours of game action fans have watched in a season, according to the NBA. Also, 19 more games were broadcast nationally. I think our game is very attractive to the younger, more technologically savvy, multicultural fan. Those numbers are growing over time, Koenig said in a phone interview. I also think there is a real emphasis here of promoting our game through traditional means, buying advertising, but also through social media. Koenig was at the forefront of negotiations for the record-breaking contract with Turner and ESPN/ ABC that flooded the league with revenue this season. If the sheer size of the deal put more pressure on the NBA to deliver big ratings, Koenig isnt telling. We worked with our network partners to drive tune-in, to make a compelling schedule and to use our digital and social media in ways that are an advantage for us, Koenig said. I wouldnt say its any more important this year than it was in years past, but as time goes on we have more in our arsenal to help drive viewership. The NBA leads all U.S. sports leagues with 1.3 billion combined followers on social media and is feeding the appetite for content. With the 19 additional national television games, fans have watched 37 million more hours of game action, the league said. The Christmas Day game between Cleveland and Golden State was the most viewed early game in ABCs history, opening night on TNT was up 8 percent and the most-viewed curtain-raiser since 2013 and the Warriors-Cavaliers rematch on Martin Luther King Jr. Day was the mostviewed regular season game since 2013. That contrasts with the NFL, which saw its ratings decline by 8 percent last season, while marquee games on Sunday and Monday nights were down 12 percent and 10 percent, respectively. Compelling story lines including Russell Westbrooks pursuit of averaging a triple-double through an entire season, LeBron James title defense in Cleveland, Kevin Durants move to Golden State and James Hardens renaissance in Houston have helped drive interest. In the second half of the season, the issue of resting star players has come to the forefront. Television partners have expressed concern when healthy stars sit out of nationally televised games. It will be a topic this week when the owners convene in New York for the Board of Governors meetings. Ive been in touch with our national and regional telecasters on this issue. Its something thats very important, Koenig said. Obviously, the basketball people with our teams and our league are very involved in this process, too. Were going to discuss it and try and come up with measures that we think will address the issue in a way that serves the various interests that were trying to serve. There will be discussions about streamlining replays and timeouts in an effort to make the game more free-flowing and enjoyable to watch, Koenig said. He did not anticipate any changes for next season, but the league has already installed clocks in arenas to try and keep timeouts from dragging too long. Broadcasters are starting to sprinkle advertising in during free throws and other slower times to try to avoid the full commercial breaks that can lead viewers to change the channel.NBA B2

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LAKECITY REPORTER ADVICE & COMICSTHURSDAY, APRIL 6, 2017 3B DEAR READERS: Today marks the 100th anniversary of Americas entry into World War I. In commemoration, Im men tioning a special initiative to save Americas war letters. Almost 20 years ago I wrote about a historian, Andy Carroll, who had launched a project to seek out and preserve war-related letters as a way of honoring and remembering our veterans, troops and their loved ones. After the column appeared, Andy was deluged with responses. Today that collection holds approximately 100,000 wartime correspondences from handwritten letters penned during the American Revolution and Civil War, to emails from Iraq and Afghanistan. Andy has donated the entire collection to Chapman University in Orange, California, and the project is now called the Center for American War Letters (CAWL). This week, Andy and CAWL are kicking off an ambitious Million Letters Campaign. Andy will travel nationwide speaking at public libraries, museums, VFW and American Legion posts, civic groups, places of worship, military academies and more to explain the importance of these correspondences and encourage people to share with him their own war-related letters and emails. If you know of someone who has war letters, please share this information so the stories and voices of the men and women who have sacrificed so much for our nation will be preserved. Andy would love to meet in person anyone with letters to contribute to this Million Letters Campaign and is always seeking new venues. If you know of a place he should speak, email him about it. For families with letters who cannot attend, submissions can be sent to Andrew Carroll/CAWL Chapman University, One University Drive, Orange, CA 92866. (Originals are preferred, but scans are also appreciated.) Ultimately, Andy and CAWL are seeking letters from ALL American wars, on ANY subject matter. For information on how to attend or invite Andy to your community, visit www. WarLetters.us. DEAR ABBY: My son, Tom, is a senior in high school. About a month ago, he asked a girl named Allie to the prom. She said yes. Allies mom is a hairdresser. My husband and I dont know her or her husband. Allies mother has asked two different people about us. One of them told us about it; the other I heard about secondhand. So last week I introduced myself to her at a local function. We spoke briefly, and I told her I would be in touch. A few days ago I called to invite her out for coffee and left a message with my phone number. She hasnt called me back. What can I do to get to know Allies mother better? PROM MOM DEAR PROM MOM: Make an appointment to have your hair done. Youll have an hour with her. Write Dear Abby at www.DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069 Abigail Van Burenwww.dearabby.com Andys collection of war letters preserves our militarys past DILBERT BABY BLUES BLONDIE BEETLE BAILEY B.C. FRANK & ERNEST FOR BETTER OR WORSE ZITS HAGAR THE HORRIBLE SNUFFY SMITH GARFIELD CLASSIC PEANUTS DEAR ABBY HOROSCOPES | THE LAST WORD BY EUGENIA LAST ARIES (March 21-April 19): You have to put your energy to work for you. Avoid fruitless conversations and get down to business. It's what you do that will count, not what you profess to want to do. Channel emotional energy into success, not a scuffle. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Look over your options and make choices based on what's realistic. Don't let your pride lead to a disagreement or changes that aren't necessary. Work alongside others in order to come up with the best solutions. Don't play favorites. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Stay away from discord and from people who are trying to coax you into something you don't want to do. Take responsibility for your personal happiness as well as reach ing your goals. Express your thoughts and you'll attract like-minded people. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Uncertainty when dealing with unpre dictable partners or groups that want too much from you will be a sign to back away. Concentrate on using your knowledge and skills to help yourself as well as others. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Embrace change and do what needs to be done in silence. Don't waste time criticizing or complaining when it's up to you to do what's best for you. Be a leader and offer solutions instead of adding to the problem. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): A couple of changes to your residence will add to your assets. Stay within budget, do the legwork and you will pick up skills as well as learn something new. Don't let someone else's uncertainty hold you back. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Change can be good if it's reasonable and fits your current budget. A partnership will stabilize your personal, financial and emotional life. A willingness to share in order to raise your standard of living will lead to a better future. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You'll be tempted by what others do and say. Look at the big picture and make choic es based on what you know, not what you hear. Make a point to do your own research and legwork and you will eliminate mistakes. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Make alterations at home or to the way you live that will lower your overhead, ensure your sanity and ease your stress. You can wheel and deal, but don't let any one use emotional tactics to pressure you into making poor choices. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don't let anger be what leads to change when taking action physically and making things happen should be your means to accomplish your goals. Change can be good when it's handled the right way. Consider your motives. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You have a voice. Don't let anger take over when you should be focusing on what you can do to make things better. Use your knowledge and experience to bring about logical alternatives that will create a great er revenue stream. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You'll be offered lots of ideas. Don't be too quick to jump into someone else's plans. Consider what's in it for you as well as how you can negotiate and manipulate the situation to benefit you. Stay calm. Country singer Bobby Bare is 82. Singer Charlie Thomas of The Drifters is 80. Movie director Francis Ford Coppola is 78. Actress Roberta Shore (The Virginian) is 74. Singer Patricia Bennett of The Chiffons is 70. Singer-guitarist John Oates of Hall and Oates is 69.CELEBRITY BIRTHDAYS

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Apply at: Bell Concrete Products, 2480 N. US 129, Bell, FL BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, COLUMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA LAKE CITY, FLORIDA REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS 2017-H The Board of County Commissioners will receive sealed proposals in the office of Commissioners, 135 NE Hernando Avenue Room 203, Post Office Box 1529, Lake City, FL 320561529, (386) 719-2028, until 11:00 A.M. April 20, 2017 for the following: The Columbia County Board o f County Commissioners is seeking a qualified Consultant to help develop a strategic plan for Columbia County. The anticipated schedule for this project is as follows: Advertise 3/30 and 4/6 Receive Proposals 4/20 Evaluation Committee Meets 4/25 Recommendation on Ranking to Board 5/4 Begin Negotiations 5/11 Contract Approval to Board 5/20 Specifications and information may be obtained from the County's web site a t http://www.columbiacountyfla. com/PurchasingBids.asp. 330431 March 30, 2017 April 6, 2017 Homes of Merit is looking for experienced help in the following areas: Carpet installer, Exterior, Roof build, Cabinet builder, Painter, Final finish, Drywall finisher, Electrical & Framer. Apply in person at: 1915 SE SR 100 Drug Free Workplace Notice is hereby given per Florida Statue 98.075: ANITA L FLOWERS 848 NW Redding Ave Lake City 32055 MARTY R GIVENS 1025 SW McFarlane Ave, #101 Lake City 32025 ELEANOR RL HOUSTON 2323 SW SR 47, #5 Lake City 32025 ALFRED R MERSHON 198 NE Laverne St Lake City 32055 is potentially ineligible to be registered to vote. Please respond within 30 days of publication of this notice by contacting the Supervisor of Elections Office at the address or phone number below. If no response is received within 30 days of this publication, it may result in determination of ineligibility by the supervisor and removal of the registered voters name from the statewide voter registration system. Published one time in the Lake City Reporter Elizabeth Liz P. Horne Columbia County Supervisor of Elections 971 W. Duval Street, Suite 102 Lake City, FL 32055 (386) 758-1026 332311 April 6, 2017 Company Driver Needed Columbia Grain is recruiting for pickup and delivery in FL & S GA. Home most nights & all weekends. Requires good entire driving record & 6 mo verifiable experience. We offer steady work & good equipment, competitive pay & full benefit package. Call for details 386-755-7700 ask for Greg or Eddie FOUND: Set of keys on Baughn Rd Call 386-344-0226 and identify. 12 TEMP WORKERS SCHULTES PRODUCE LLC 05/04/2017 10/20/2017 OTTAWA OH, yellow squash, cabbage and tomato. $ 13.01 an hour, guarantee. Housing provided by employer, transportation and subsistence of the contract reimbursed at 50 % or earlier. Employer will be provide all tools and supplies to the worker at no cost. Applicants may contact the OMJ Center Putnam County. Refer job order # 3371802 Phone: 419-999-0390 FLORIDA GATEWAY COLLEGE DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES LAKE CITY, FLORIDA Florida Gateway College (FGC), located in Lake City Florida is requesting a Statement for Qualifications (RFQ) from individuals or firms interested in providing programming, architectural design, engineering, and related services for the design and construction of a new Science Technology Engineering and Math Building located at 149 SE Academic Way, Lake City Florida 32025. Architectural Firm Qualifications/Skills Architectural firms submitting an RFQ must possess the professional skills and services required to produce the desired product and contract bid documents to include the following: mechanical, electrical, structural, and architectural. Firms must have demonstrated experience and expertise in areas such as: programming, design, permitting, cost estimating, construction bidding, facility planning, project management, and post construction services. While the degree of emphasis is likely to vary, all skills are necessary to achieve a cost effective and optimum design. All firms submitting an RFQ must be registered to do business in the State of Florida and must be licensed in accordance with Part I, Chapter 481 Florida Statutes (FS). Background Florida Gateway College is a small rural college of 2200 FTE serving a five county service area including: Columbia, Union, Baker, Dixie and Gilchrest Counties. This new STEM facility will house all of the Colleges STEM related labs, classrooms, offices and emerging program offerings in Engineering and Water Quality. The proposed project site is located on 4.3 acres of land at the beginning of the FGC campus property near the campuses current newest building the FGC Library. The building is expected to be about 40,000 Gross Square Feet and will like the Library represent the new generation of buildings on campus. Connections to its Library neighbor and the campus as a whole is very important. It is exyp pected that this building be the showcase building for the campus and be both transformative and provide state of the art facilities in STEM programs for FGC. For the purpose of developing a submittal, individuals or firms should consider the site a blank slate, as the College is seeking the most efficient and attractive building to help transform the campuses look. It will be important to incorporate the traditional STEM related areas in Chemistry, Biology, Anatomy, and Physics along with labs related to Engineering and Water Quality. RFQ Due Date Six (6) copies of the Response package, of which at least one (1) copy will have the original signature, must be received in the Procurement and Contracts Office located in Room 138, Building 001 on the Main Campus of Florida Gateway College no later than 2:00PM EST, April 27, 2017. Responses received after that time will not be considered for this RFQ. Responses via facsimile, email or any other media will not be accepted. Pre-Submittal Site Visit All interested Responders are encouraged to attend a nonmandatory pre-submittal campus tour and site visit to be held at 10:00AM EST on Tuesday, April 11, 2017 in the Conference Room in Building 001, Room 103. RFQ Response Packages All parties interested in being considered for providing the described services may request an Architectural Services RFQ Response package from: Misty Taylor Director of Procurement and Contracts Florida Gateway College 149 SE College Place Lake City, FL 32025 (386)754-4381 Response packages may also be obtained via e-mail by sending a request to: misty.taylor@fgc.edu Schedule The following is a tentative schedule the College will follow throughout the selection process. The schedule is subject to change at the discretion of the College. March 30, 2017Advertise RFQ April 11, 2017Non-Mandatory Pre-Submittal Site Visit April 18, 2017 Last Day for Questions April 20, 2017 Addenda Issued (if necessary) April 27, 2017 RFQ Response Packages Due at 2:00PM EST May 1, 2017Selection Committee meets at 9:00AM in Building 001, Room 103 to evaluate RFQs and develop a short list of firms. May 3, 2017 Short List firms notified of interview schedule May 15, 2017Short List firms interviewed May 17, 2017College will begin negotiations May 30, 2017 Notice of Intent to Recommend Award posted June 13, 2017 Board of Trustees awards contract Right to Waive and Reject The College reserves the right to waive minor irregularities and technicalities and to reject any and all Request for Qualifications. Public Meetings All RFQ Selection meetings are open to the public. 330484 March 30, 2017 April 6, 13, 20, 2017 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR COLUMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL DIVISION CASE NO. 16000423CAAXMX Division No. ROSE ACCEPTANCE, INC. Plaintiff, vs. VERA MAE FARNELL A/K/A VERA MAE KNIGHT FARNELL, et al, Defendants NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 45 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to an Order or Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated March 28, 2017, and enterApril 4, 11, 2017ed in Case No. 16000423CAAXMX of the Circuit Court of the THIRD Judicial Circuit in and for Columbia County, Florida, wherein Rose Acceptance, Inc. is the Plaintiff and VERA MAE FARNELL A/K/A VERA MAE KNIGHT FARNELL and WORLDWIDE ASSET MANAGEMENT, L.L.C., INACTIVE CORPORATION the Defendant. P. Dewitt Cason, Clerk of the Circuit Court in and for Columbia County, Florida will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at the front steps of the Columbia County Courthouse, 173 N.E. Hernando Ave, Lake City, FL 32055 at 11:00 AM on 26th day of April, 2017, the folyp lowing described property as set forth in said Order of Final Judgment, to wit: THAT PART OF PARCEL NO. 5 OF UNRECORDED SUBDIVISION SURVEY PLAT OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 IF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 6 SOUTH, RANGE 16 EAST, COLUMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA, SAID SURVEY PLAT DATED FEBRUARY 23, 1970 AND SIGNED BY LONNIE LEE, REGISTERED SURVEYOR, CERTIFICATE NUMBER 1950, BEING MORE PARTICULARY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCE AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 6 SOUTH, RANGE 16 EAST, COLUMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND RUN SOUTH 01 DEG. 23 MIN. 52 SEC. EAST ALONG WEST LINW OF SAID SECTION 30, A DISTANCE OF 2125.45 FEET; THENCE RUN NORTH 88 DEG. 19 MIN. 44 SEC. EAST, 181.07 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE RUN SOUTH 01 DEG. 23 MIN 52 SEC. EAST, 480.89 FEET; THENCE RUN NORTH 88 DEG. 10 MIN. 51 SEC. EAST. 181.19 FEET; THENCE RUN WEST, 181.19 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNApril 4, 11, 2017ING. LESS AND EXCEPT COUNTY ROAD RIGHT OF WAY TOGETHER WITH A 1975 CONCORD MOBILE HOME SERIAL NUMBER 8931 TITLE NUMBER 13398815 IF YOU ARE A PERSON CLAIMING A RIGHT TO FUNDS REMAINING AFTER THE SALE, YOU MUST FILE A CLAIM WITH THE CLERK OF COURT NO LATER THAN 60 DAYS AFTER THE SALE. IF YOU FAIL TO FILE A CLAIM, YOU WILL NOT BE ENTITLED TO ANY REMAINING FUNDS. AFTER 60 DAYS, ON THE OWNER OF RECORD AS OF THE DATE OF THE LIS PENDENS MAY CLAIM THE SURPLUS. If the sale is set aside, the Purchaser may be entitled to only a return of the sale deposit less any applicable fees and costs and shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's Attorney. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY ACT: If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Carrina Cooper, Court Administration at 173 NE Hernando Avenue, Room 408, Lake City, Florida 32055, 386-758-2163 at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. DATED at Columbia County, Florida, this 28th day of March, 2017. P. Dewitt Cason, Clerk Columbia County, Florida By: /s/ S. Weeks Deputy Clerk 330873 April 6, 13, 2017 Gilberto Ventura, 380 temporary farmworkers. 04/03/17 to 07/15/17 to work on Coffee, Ware, Clinch, Irwin, Lanier, and Atkinson counties GA, possible weekly/daily hrs.35+, 8am-5pm. Possible weekend, holiday. $10.62/hour, $0.50/lb. Work outdoors; weather may fluctuate hours, (+/-) possible down times. Stake, pulling, planting, weeding, harvest squash, cucumber, pepper, blueberries and blackberries, hand removing, use shovel, pack, load, grade, clean, wash produce and dump trash. 1st week guarantee. Tools are provided by employer at no cost. 3/4 guaranteed workdays. Transportation/subsistence reimbursed for costs incurred for reporting to worksite, if worker completes half the employment period. Housing provided at no cost to workers who cannot reasonably return own residency daily. Must be 18 years of age. Drug, alcohol free work zone. Must show proof of legal authority to work in the U.S. 2 months verifiable experience picking berries is required to apply. Go nearest State Workforce Agency or call GA 404.232.3500, AL 334.242.8020, SC 803.737.2633, FL 850.921.3299 Ref 000000000 Advertising Director The Lake City Reporter has an immediate opening for an advertising director to lead its five-person sales team. We publish a community daily, plus 8 magazines, all of which offer digital components. Smaller community newspapers are thriving and this position offers a lucrative base salary plus a generous bonus opportunity. Lake City is a growing retail market and the newspaper matters in our community. Email your resume and a cover letter to: Todd Wilson, publisher, at: twilson@lakecityreporter.com ACCOUNTANT/ AUDITOR Position available at local CPA firm. Must have accounting degree and Microsoft Office skills. Salary based upon relevant experience. Send resume to rpowel6@bellsouth.net Powell Lawn Service. Call for FREE Estimates! 386-487-6264 Full Time position open for Purchasing, Shipping/Receiving, Data Entry and general office duties. Experience in Purchasing and good computer skills necessary, knowledge in steel fabrication/mechanical equipment fabrication and/or AutoCAD helpful. Send Resume to; Fab Purchasing 3631 US Hwy 90 East, Lake City Fl. 32055 Hiring Warehouse clerk fulltime position for industrial warehouse shipping, receiving, loading, unloading and ticket picking, computer knowledge needed, will train apply in person 3631 E US Hwy 90, Lake City FL, email: guy@qiagroup.com IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR COLUMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO: 17000053CPA IN RE: THE ESTATE OF MARTHA BELL RHYM, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Martha Bell Rhym, Case No:17000053CPA is pending in the Circuit Court for Columbia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 173 NE Hernando Avenue, Lake City Florida, 32055. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representatives attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedents estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedents estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. The date of first publication of this Notice is March 30, 2017. Kellester Nicola Slade PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE 4637 Vienna Church Road Lot 41 Valdosta, GA 31605 RONALD W. STEVENS, P.A. RONALD W. STEVENS ATTORNEY FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE FLORIDA BAR NO: 777470 P.O. BOX 1444 BRONSON, FLORIDA 32621 (352) 486-3039 rwstevens_1@yahoo.com 328810 March 30, 2017 April 6, 2017 Graphic design, production asst. entry or exp. Email bdj@startech.cc CDL DRIVERS CLASS A Warren Pine Straw Co is hiring local drivers. Home every day/night or every other day/night. Good pay. Contact 386-935-0476. **SIGN ON BONUS** Now hiring truck drivers. Must have CDL with Tanker endorsements, 1-2 years experience, 7 year MVR. We pay per mile loaded and unloaded. For more information please contact Williams Dairy Trucking at (912) 367-9160

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Classi ed Department 755-5440 THURSDAY, APRIL 6, 2017CLASSIFIED LAKE CITY REPORTER5B 2/2 16x60 lot model priced to move w/furniture delivery & set on your property for 40,500. Home has loads of upgrades. Call Robert @ 386-418-0424. 2016 Close out sell 3/2 14x76 del. & set, AC, steps & skirting with appliances. $41,500 call 386-418-0424 Aged Inventory 1,600sqft Live Oak home tape & textured residential finish w/EE windows for less than a site built house. Robert @ 386-418-0424 Huge home! Over 2,300sqft 5/3 with family room and den comes with new appliances, delivery and set up. $69,900. Call Robert 386-418-0424 Hunters cabin cozy 1 bedroom, 1 bath perfect for river or lodge rustic enough for the hunter, cozy enough for entertaining. call for pricing 386-209-1820 Land home packages avail stop in today & pick out your new home. 13th Street Home Sales. Alachua, FL 386-418-0424 Stop renting and own your on home for less! Homes starting at $29,900 13th Street Home sales. Alachua, Fl. 2007 Fleetwood 3/2 Repo on 3.8 acres in Jennings Fl. Home is move in ready with nice yard and trees. 386-209-1820 2013 3/2 1900sqft on 1ac w/ sheds & pool in private S/D. FP & retreat off of master bedroom. $117,500. Financing available. call: 386-209-1820 2016 Repo 3/2 1500sqft on 1/2 acre just North of Live Oak in manufacture home subdivision ready to move in. Call Robert 386-418-0424 Brand New 1,500sqft 3/2 on 1 acre with land improvements move in ready available Jan. 2017. Contact Robert @ 386418-0424 Handyman's Special! 28x64 3/2 delivery and set up available. 12,500. 386-209-1820 Dryer white, good condition $75 386-965-6767 or 678-617-5560 Electric Stove white, works great $75 386-965-6767 or 678-617-5560 Washer white, works great $100 386-965-6767 or 678-617-5560 2BR/1BA, kit/dinette area, CH/A, 1 car garage, W/D hook up, new carpet. $580/mo, 1 mo sec. No pets. 386-961-8075 Century 21-Darby Rogers 7526575 MLS95957 $139,900 Well maintained home on 1ac, lots of trees & azaleas, wall length stone FP, 2 car garage. Century 21-Darby Rogers 7526575 MLS96267 $180,000 1900 vintage historic home, 3FPs, 2 1/1 apts up & 2/2 apt. close to downtown & VA. Daniel Crapps Agency 7555110 MLS96532 $169,900 Custom-built home w/lots of upgrades! Granite countertops, lg living/dining area, scr'd porch. Daniel Crapps Agency 7555110 MLS96609 $26,500 Value is in 5ac tract close to town in quiet country setting at end o f cul-de-sac, mfg home AS IS. Daniel Crapps Agency 7555110 MLS96422 $239,000 435ft Suwannee River frontage. 24+ac tract w/mounded well, septic & power above 100 yr flood plain. Daniel Crapps Agency 7555110 MLS96429 $69,500 2.8 acres adjacent to Cypress Lake S/D just off US 90 offers eas y access to shopping & medical. Daniel Crapps Agency 7555110 MLS96462 $74,019 Rolling 40ac in N Hamilton Co, high & dry w/appx 25ac cleared; 15ac thick bedding area full of deer trails. Daniel Crapps Agency 7555110 MLS96645 3/2 w/wood FP, in-ground pool, hot tub on 1 acre in Savannah Plantation. 1/2 to 10 acre lots; owner financing. some with w/s/pp Deas Bullard/BKL Properties 386-752-4339 www.landnfl.com Denise Milligan-Bose Realt y 438-5627 MLS94984 $89,00 0 55+ community, fenced bac k yard, open floor plan, carport, front all glass Fla room. Denise Milligan-Bose Realt y 438-5627 MLS95950 $93,50 0 2/2 in 55+ community w/great amenities & low maintenance. screened porch, fenced yard. Denise Milligan-Bose Realt y 438-5627 MLS94389 $64,90 0 3/2 w/tons of upgrades, 36" doors, dbl paned windows, fenced corner lot, 8x10 shed. United Country, Dicks Realty 755-8585 MLS93123 $259,000 5/3, bonus room, master w/ door to screened lanai, open airy rooms, lg closets. United Country, Dicks Realt y 755-8585 MLS93432 $139,900 Ranchettes 2 homes on 5 acres fenced, detached 2 car garage, RV station & more! United Country, Dicks Realty 752-8585 $300,000 MLS94863 3/3 brick on 31ac farm, open pasture, mature Live Oaks, Pecan & fruit trees. United Country, Dicks Realty 755-8585 MLS96302 $134,000 3/2 brick home w/1 car garage on corner lot east of town. United Country, Dicks Realt y 755-8585 MLS96463 $315,000 True custom farm house w/wrap around porches on 33 ac, 13ac in grape vineyard. United Country, Dicks Realty 755-8585 MLS96669 $110,000 4BR/2BA 2014 DWMH on 3 acres on cul de sac in Ft White Land Survey Crew Chief need immediately, FDOT Project experienced preferred. GPS experience a plus, Donald F Lee & Assoc. 140 NW Ridgewood Avenue 386-755-6166 Security Officers Needed in Live Oak & Lake City areas $10/hr Current D Security Lic., Clear background, Drivers Lic, phone, Diploma/GED. Benefits, DFWP EEO Must Apply at: www.dsisecurity.com BB9100030 Starting at $ 545/mo, tile floors, fresh paint. Great Area. Call ( 386 ) 752-9626 200 SW Fulton Pl, Saturday, April 8th, 8-? Something for everyone! First Coast Homes 288-8379 2/2 on 1 acre in Lake City. Move in ready! $34,900 FirstCoastMHS.com First Coast Homes 288-8379 Overstocked 3/2 doublewide delivered & set up with A/C $39,900. 288-8379 FirstCoastMHS.com First Coast Homes. Mobile Home Show Spring 2017. All models are reduced to make room for new show models! FirstCoastMHS.com Five Ash Forest, Lake Citys premier 55 plus manufactured home community. 752-7207 Lot lease includes water, sewer, garbage & lawn maintenance. FT WHITE CITY-WIDE YARD SALE Biggest sale of the year! Saturday 7:00-2:00. 50 Vendor spaces at $15 each. No reservation required. Set up early. Downtown Ft White at the Train Depot/Chamber of Commerce 7863 US Hwy 27. Trammel Estate Sale: Sat, April 8, 9am-2pm 170 Lakewood Ct (3 Blocks South of DOT) Furniture & Furnishings Call Charlie 984-7226 1331 E Duval, Hwy 90 frontage. 4BR/2BA $77,500 386-755-6030 leave message Well drilling assistant wanted. Valid DL, CDL preferred, must pass drug and bkgd check. Must have flexible schedule. Competitive pay, benefits include IRA & health ins. Apply 904 NW Main Blvd, Lake City. Hallmark Real Estate Janet Creel 719-0382 MLS94541 3/3 on 2 fenced lots in town, covered front porch & lg workshop w/extra parking space. $75,000 Hallmark Real Estate Paula Lawrence 623-1973 MLS95591 $129,500 3/2 on 4.01ac, spli t plan, 3 out bldgs, shady porches, carport storage shed Hallmark Real Estate Anita Tonetti 697-3780 MLS96600 3/2 pool home on 2.10 ac o f pasture & fruit trees, recently renovated, FP$239,500 Hallmark Real Estate Tonya Shaffer 397-4766 MLS96630 Charming bungalow w/oversized fam rm & FP, hardwood floors updated kit $79,000 Hallmark Real Estate Robin Williams 365-5146 MLS88735 40ac in 10ac parcels at the end of a private rd, all 40ac $200,000 or 10ac for $58,000 Hallmark Real Estate Paula Lawrence 623-1973 MLS95392 $216,000 49ac only 6 mi to I75 or I10, SWMH, 40x40 shed on 40x60 pad 3/4 ac pond Lawn mower, barely used, looks & runs like new. $100 386-292-3927 Medium-sized chest freezer, works well, $100 386-292-3927 Part time Dental Assistant, Specialty office exp necessary. Fax resume to: 386-758-7742 kjurecko@jandgendo.com PUBLISHER'S NOTE All Yard Sale Ads Must be Pre-Paid. PUBLISHER'S NOTE Florida Law 828.29 requires dogs and cats being sold to be at least 8 weeks old and have a health certificate from a licensed veterinarian documenting they have mandatory shots and are free from intestinal and external parasites. Many species of wildlife must be licensed by Florida Fish and Wildlife. If you are unsure, contact the local office for information. PUBLISHER'S NOTE All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the fair housing act which makes it illegal to advertise "any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status or national origin; or any intention to make such preference, limitation or discrimination." Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under the age of 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll free at 1-800-669-9777, the toll free telephone number to the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 3BR/1BA brick home on 5ac, CH/A, lg yard, storage bldg, $800/mo $800/dep 365-8543 Multi-Family Sat. 4/8, 8-?, 581 SW Dante Terr., off CR 242, clothes, books & more Magnolia Real Estate Group Nate Sweat 628-1552 2/1 on 20 acres. Live in while you build or rent for income. MLS94017 Magnolia Real Estate Group Nate Sweat 628-1552 Updated, renovated, private, deeded river access 3/2, new AC, stove, well & septic. MLS96042 Magnolia Real Estate Group Nate Sweat 628-1552 Vintage 4/3 needs some repair to bring back to its original grandeur, master on 1st floor. MLS96336 Magnolia Real Estate Group Teresa Brannon 365-834 3 Comm property S. side of Live Oak on Hwy 129, warehouse space MLS93437 $179,900 Magnolia Real Estate Group Teresa Brannon 365-8343 3/2, new kit, new metal roof, newer windows, fresh paint, W/D MLS96341 $169,000 Magnolia Real Estate Group Teresa Brannon 365-8343 4BR handicap accessible, privac y fenced backyard, new roof in 2015 MLS96488 $79,000 Estate Sale: Fri & Sat 8-3 174 SW Dalmation Lane Sporting equipment, household items and much more 3/2 new construction, lease option. No Pets. 1st, last + $800 sec, $1100/mo South of town. Credit ref's req'd 386-397-5425 RECORD STORAGE CLERK FULL TIME Detail oriented, People oriented Excellent customer service and Phone skills, Excellent computer skills. Good driving record. Lifting required, light maintenance. Handyman skills a plus. $11.00 to $13.00 per hour based on Experience. Drop off resume and fill out an Application between 8 am and 5 pm Monday Thru Friday @ MiniStorage & Record Storage Of Lake City 442 SW Saint Margaret Street, Lake City, FL 32025 No phone calls! Remax, Missy Zecher 6230237 MLS96490 $24,900 Grea t building lot, 1 ac located close to I75 and convenient amenities of Lake City. Remax, Missy Zecher 6230237 MLS96540 $84,900 beautiful 5ac property on paved rd, home has updated flooring, metal roof & AC appx 4 yrs old Remax, Missy Zecher 6230237 MLS96559 $385,000 Exquisite custom home on 4 beautiful acres, open concept design, over-sized garage. Remax, Missy Zecher 6230237 MLS96566 $164,500 Updated home larger than you think, seamless flow between great rm, kit & FL rm Remax, Missy Zecher 6230237 MLS96686 $75,000 Prefect starter home or income producing brick 2/1 close to town, 1 car garage. Remax, Missy Zecher 6230237 MLS96474 $25,000 2+ acres; Ichetucknee Forest S/D Handyman 3/1 Close to VA, lg corner lot. 954 SE Putnam St. Owner Finance $39,900, $3000 down, $380/mo Discount for cash. 352-215-1018 LandOwnerFinancing.com NCGA and its farmer members are currently recruiting 453 Temporary farm laborers to plant, cultivate, and harvest tobacco/diversified crops in various NC counties statewide. Contact the local Employment Service for the name, location, and farm specific crop information/full disclosure for each NCGA farmer member. Work will begin 05/19/17 and will end 11/11/17. The wage offer is the highest of $11.27 per hour or applicable piece rates depending on crop activity. Guaranteed 3/4 of contract hours. Free housing provided for non-commuting worker. Conditional transportation/subsistence reimbursed at 50% of the contract, or sooner if appropriate, for eligible workers. Work tools/equipment/supplies provided at no cost. NCGA members are equal opportunity employers. To apply, contact the nearest Employment Service office (10666619). NCGA and its farmer members are currently recruiting 174 Temporary farm laborers to plant, cultivate, and harvest diversified vegetable crops in various NC counties statewide. Contact the local Employment Service for the name, location, and farm specific crop information/full disclosure for each NCGA farmer member. Work will begin 05/26/17 and will end 11/11/17. The wage is the highest of $11.27 per hour or applicable piece rates depending on crop activity. Guaranteed 3/4 of contract hours. Free housing provided for non-commuting worker. Conditional transportation/subsistence reimbursed at 50% of the contract, or sooner if appropriate, for eligible workers. Work tools/equipment/supplies provided at no cost. NCGA members are equal opportunity employers. To apply, contact the nearest Employment Service office (10670137). NCGA and its farmer members are currently recruiting 335 Temporary farm laborers to plant, cultivate, and harvest tobacco/diversified crops in various NC counties statewide. Contact the local Employment Service for the name, location, and farm specific crop information/full disclosure for each NCGA farmer member. Work will begin 05/26/17 and will end 11/11/17. The wage offer is $11.27 per hour. Guaranteed 3/4 of contract hours. Free housing provided for non-commuting worker. Conditional transportation/subsistence reimbursed at 50% of the contract, or sooner if appropriate, for eligible workers. Work tools/equipment/supplies provided at no cost. NCGA members are equal opportunity employers. To apply, contact the nearest Employment Service office (10670053). NCGA and its farmer members are currently recruiting 9 Temporary farm laborers to plant, cultivate, and harvest tobacco/diversified crops in various NC counties statewide. Contact the local Employment Service for the name, location, and farm specific crop information/full disclosure for each NCGA farmer member. Work will begin 05/26/17 and will end 12/10/17. The wage offer is $11.27 per hour or applicable piece rates depending on crop activity. Guaranteed 3/4 of contract hours. Free housing provided for non-commuting worker. Conditional transportation/ subsistence reimbursed at 50% of the contract, or sooner if appropriate, for eligible workers. Work tools/equipment/supplies provided at no cost. NCGA members are equal opportunity employers. To apply, contact the nearest Employment Service office (10670129). Remax, Pam Beauchamp 3032505 $199,900 MLS95492 3/2 vintage home, corner lot, h/w & tile floors thru-out, 3 FPs, newer roof, det garage w/rm above Remax, Pam Beauchamp 3032505 $224,000 MLS96436 4/3, SS appliances, FL rm off living & office, screened gazebo w/glider swing & det'd garage. Remax, Pam Beauchamp 3032505 $224,000 MLS96563 3/2, 2.5ac, stone FP, oak floors, S/S appliances, scr'd back porch, lg master w/Jacuzzi tub. Poole Realty Vern Roberts 6881940 Live Oak 3/3.5, HVAC 2 yrs old, completely remodeled inside 2 yrs ago, 20x41 metal shed $274,500 MLS94616 Poole Realty Ronnie Poole 208-3175 MLS95324 $118,500 Ft White wkend getaway w/great views of Santa Fe & walkway to the water! Poole Realty Ronnie Poole 208-3175 MLS95415 $119,900 3/2.5 on 5ac, lg kit w/center island, walk-in closets in all BRs, master w/adjoining office. Poole Realty Kellie Shirah 2083847 MLS96640 $85,000 Live Oak, well kept 2/1 2 sets o f sliding glass doors, attached covered carport & deck. Poole Realty Ric Donovan 5901298 MLS94250 Live Oak, beautiful river front propert y within walking to boat ramp a t Charles Springs $34,900 Poole Realty Ronnie Poole 208-3175 MLS96510 $369,000 Live Oak, wood dock, boa t shed, like new cottage style home on 5ac lot with giant oaks Industrial Maintenance Technician, Experience Required in Electrical, Controls and General Millwright/ Mechanical work. Experience in Hydraulics and Pneumatics helpful. Send resume to Maintenance Technician, 3631 US 90 East, Lake City Fl 32055. YARD SALE SATURDAY 4/8 7AM TILL ?? 406 SE OAK STREET, BEHIND VA HOSPITAL Rockford Realty Group, Debi Bennefield 288-1208/Scot t Stewart 867-3498 MLS94086 $109,900 3/1 w/bonus rm, shed & fenced. Recently remodeled. 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6B THURSDAY, APR IL 6, 2017 SPORTS LA KE CIT Y R EPOR TER COLLEGE BASKETBALLBack at Georgetown, Ewing eyes new era as basketball coachBy HOWARD FENDRICHAssociated PressWASHINGTON Patrick Ewing, Georgetowns new basketball coach, and John Thompson Jr., Ewings coach with the Hoyas all those decades ago, greeted each other with a bear hug. Great job, Thompson said softly. Great job. This reunion of sorts took place Wednesday, steps from a glass case displaying the NCAA Tournament trophy the two men helped earn, and moments after Georgetowns president and its athletic director held a news conference to formally introduce Ewing. He pronounced himself ready to rebuild the Hoyas after they underachieved last year under his predecessor who just so happens to be Thompsons son. Had a few down years, and they decided to make change, Ewing said. Its a new era now. And yet this hiring was, in many ways, about continuing a long-standing connection to the older Thompson and Georgetowns heyday, when Ewing was the 7-foot, shot-blocking center on the 1984 national championship team and made two other runs to the title game. The bedrock foundation that this program was built on is John Thompson Jr. For us to walk away from a strength, a pillar, of not only this basketball program but this university, to me, would be foolish, AD Lee Reed said. At the same time, Patrick is his own man. The links to the past were unmistakable Wednesday. The setting was the recently opened John R. Thompson Jr. Intercollegiate Athletic Center, where visitors are greeted by a bronze statue of the former coach, mouth somewhere between a scowl and a smile, towel slung over his right shoulder. Ewing even paid a winking homage to that accessory, slinging a white towel over his shoulder during the news conference. Gray T-shirts reading Home Sw33t Home, a reference to Ewings jersey number, were distributed. Ewing held a Georgetown pennant overhead, copying his pose from when he announced, as a highly sought-after recruit, that he would attend Georgetown out of high school. And Big John as Georgetowns coach from 1972-99, and Ewings mentor, is called by many attended the proceedings. His vision, his hard work, his dedication, has helped to lift the program to where its gotten, Ewing said. And its my job to add on to that legacy. John Thompson III was fired two weeks ago after 13 seasons, one Final Four appearance, and just one trip the Big Dance in the past four years. Ewings own son, Patrick Jr., was on the younger Thompsons staff but will not be allowed to work for his father. I know other places have had (a) family member on staff, but unfortunately because of the nepotism clause that they had here, Im not going to be able to bring him on, Ewing said. Reed said Ewing accepted that policy and noted: JT3 never reported to his father. He reported to me. This is Ewings first college coaching job and first as a head coach at any level, after 15 years as an assistant in the NBA, most recently with the Charlotte Hornets. He inherits a roster that is short on scholarship players. Next year, he said, is going to be a rough year. Ewing intends to run a team similar to the style that we play in the NBA I want it to be up-tempo, push the ball, shoot 3s when you have them. He wants to see his team and the Big East as a whole return to the way it was. No one liked us. Hoya Paranoia. Smacking people down. He acknowledged recruiting will be something new to him and challenging. Ewing noted he hopes to attract more players from D.C., Baltimore and Virginia. All about going out and selling your program, Ewing called it, and I think that Im a great salesman. ble criminal charges or expulsion, bar schools from using student conduct code violations to intimidate victims and witnesses, and make it easier to report assaults anonymously and online. Its time we changed the culture on college campuses, said state Sen. Joan Huffman a former prosecutor and judge from Houston. Texas must lead the way on this issue. Last month, the University of Texas released the results of a student survey that found that nearly 15 percent of female undergraduates at the 50,000-student campus said they had been raped. Twenty-eight percent said they had been subjected to unwanted sexual touching. But its the ongoing scandal at Baylor, including the accusations of a cover-up, that initially pushed lawmakers to act. We have cultural problem on a lot of campuses, but theres no question watching what was coming out of Baylor highlighted this for me, said state Sen. Kirk Watson, a Baylor graduate who maintains deep ties to the school. I love Baylor University, a lot. But I have been extra disappointed and very sad about all that has gone on, and frankly, in the efforts that Baylor has made, or not made, to restore confidence, he said. Lawmakers and prominent donors have accused Baylor leaders of being too secretive in how the school conducted an internal investigation into the sexual assault reports and how it selectively released the investigations findings. Baylor initially released a 13-page Finding of Facts summary that found institutional failure at every level, but it didnt include details of this failure. Months later, Baylor officials acknowledged that 17 women had reported being sexually assaulted by 19 football players. In one of the lawsuits against the school, a woman who alleges that she was raped by two football players in 2013 says she knows of more than 50 sexual assaults by 31 players over a fouryear period. The school and the law firm that conducted the internal review, Pepper Hamilton, are fighting subpoenas seeking the firms investigation records. BAYLORContinued From 1Beveryone on our grounds is always our primary concern, he said. Before the day ended, competitive golf took a back seat to family for Simpson and Watson. Simpson looked like he might compete for the top prize with two birdies on his first three holes. But he, too, soon became distracted chasing three of his four young children his wife Taylor had 10-month old daughter Mercy in a front-facing carrier. The other Simpson children routinely skirted close to Ikes Pond. At one point, 6-yearold James tossed an empty water bottle into the pond. Thats not my kid, Watson quipped. Watson got in on the fun, too. He took about five swings with a wedge on the fourth green trying to get the ball in the hole. On the sloping seventh green, Watson tried four times to putt his ball well past the hole to the greens peak, hoping to watch it slide back down into the cup. By the third try, Simpson putted his ball in as Watsons pink ball slowly edged by the cup yet again. Todays the type of thing Im going remember my whole life, Simpson said. On the final green, both of Watsons children used a mini club to make lengthy putts before a little youthful hijinks. The children of both families grabbed any ball they could get their hands on began tossing them into the water. Its good to be young even on a stormy day at the Masters. FAMILY Continued From 1B NHLRowe says hell take the blame for Panthers lost season Associated PressSUNRISE When Florida interim coach Tom Rowe sits down with team officials to discuss the season and his future early next week, the meeting could be very brief. He already knows whats coming. Rowe will be let go soon after the Panthers season-finale on Sunday, a game that will end a most disappointing season for the Panthers. A team that came into the year talking about a Stanley Cup will miss the playoffs for the 16th time in the last 19 seasons, and Rowe acknowledged Wednesday that he wished he could have done more. I didnt get it done, Rowe said. And Im going to take the blame for that. Thats the way it should be. Its not the players. The players did everything we asked them to do. I think probably I pushed too hard on certain guys at the wrong time and then that had a negative effect, so thats something Ill learn for the future. The Panthers have already decided to make a coaching change, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press on Tuesday. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because no announcement is likely to take place until after Rowe meets with team president of hockey operations Dale Tallon next week. The Panthers plans were first reported by The Miami Herald. Florida has three games remaining, and has dropped its last five contests. Anytime you dont meet expectations as a team, theres changes, goaltender James Reimer said. Its not going to be one coach or one player. Its going to be a whole bunch of things and thats just something you cant focus on. You enjoy these last couple days with your team. No team is going to be the same from one year to the next. NFL DRAFTCal QB Davis Webb tries to shed Air Raid stigmaBy JOSH DUBOWAssociated PressBERKELEY, Calif. Davis Webb has the arm strength, confidence and leadership skills that NFL teams covet in quarterbacks. The key task for Webb leading up to this months draft is to prove to teams that he is more than a product of the Air Raid offense and can transition to the pros. Webb heads into the draft with a bit of a stigma after spending three years running that spread offense at Texas Tech and then at California as a graduate transfer. With his predecessor at Cal, Jared Goff, having struggled as a rookie with the Rams after being the No. 1 pick, Webb is out to show he is more than a system quarterback with little experience calling plays from a huddle or taking snaps from center. Its difficult for me to understand how people knock the Air Raid offense, Webb said. Everyone in college football nowadays is running the spread. Alabama was pro-style as it gets and now theyre spread. About 90 percent of teams are now spread. The thing with the Air Raid is we throw it more in this spread. Webb is not alone coming into the draft looking to prove he has what it takes to translate to an NFL offense. Pat Mahomes also ran the Air Raid after taking over for Webb at Texas Tech. Two other top quarterback prospects in the draft, Clemsons DeShaun Watson and North Carolinas Mitchell Trubisky, also mostly ran versions of spread offenses in college. The biggest fear these quarterbacks have is how will I remember the play to actually call it in the huddle and how will I act in the huddle, said former NFL quarterback and head coach Jim Zorn, who is tutoring Webb. You have to have a presence in the huddle. Those are the things that set guys back a bit. You have to have strong confidence and a personality because when you walk in as a quarterback, there is an expectation. Zorn began working with Webb in January and has done extensive work teaching him the verbiage of the West Coast offense so he can better communicate with coaches during pre-draft meetings, and get a head start on his NFL career. Webb has also been charting five NFL games a week to better understand how the pro game is played on both sides of the ball; working on his footwork coming out from under center; and trying to have a more efficient throwing motion. By doing all that now, the hope is Webb will be ready to compete for a job right away. I would not have a problem of having Davis coming in and starting right out and being a part of the fit right now, Zorn said. I think there are really good qualities there for him to have a faster start than a system quarterback might be. Goffs struggles last season have thrown a cloud over Webb. COURTESYCalifornia-Berkeley quarterback Davis Webb is ready to make the leap into the NFL ranks. NBAUCF 7-foot-6 center Tacko Fall to explore NBA draft options Associated PressORLANDO Central Florida center Tacko Fall is taking a look at the NBA. The 7-foot-6 Fall has asked the NBAs undergraduate advisory committee to provide information on his draft status, and if he decides he wants to return to school he has until May 24 to remove his name from consideration for the draft. Fall averaged 10.9 points and 9.5 rebounds per game this season on 71 percent shooting, and blocked a school-record 94 shots. Central Florida went 24-12 in its first season under coach Johnny Dawkins, doubling its win total from a year ago. This season has been the most fun Ive ever had, Fall said. What we accomplished this year was special. ... Having said that, it has been a dream of mine to play in the NBA so I look forward to going through the process. Only four players listed at 7-foot-6 or taller have appeared in an NBA game, those being Gheorghe Muresan, Manute Bol, Yao Ming and Shawn Bradley. Fall won the American Athletic Conferences defensive player of the year award this season. His field-goal percentage ranked No. 4 nationally among Division I players who took at least 100 shots.COURTESYTacko Fall posted 10.9 points a game with UCF. B6