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Our 115th Year, 2nd Issue


Serving Wakulla County For More


Green Turtles Rescued

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Two Sections

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Than A Century


Board


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By WILLIAM SNOWDEN
wsnowden@thewakullanews.net
County commissioners ap-
proved appointments for the
newly constituted planning
commission and chose that
board's chairman.
The new planning com-
mission includes seven voting
members one from each of
the five commission districts,
plus two at-large members,
one of whom is a minority.
The two cities and the school
board each have a non-voting
member, though the City of St.
Marks chose not to appoint a
representative.
County commissioners
unanimously approved the
appointees at their meeting
on Monday, Jan. 11.
The District 1 appointee
for Commissioner Alan Brock
is Bret Hammond, with Zach
Schatzman as alternate; Com-
missioner George Green's
choice for District 2 was Joe
Shingles, but it was indicated
at the meeting without expla-
nation that he is unable to
serve, and that the alternate,
Norman Jones, would serve
until a regular appointee is
named; District 3 Commis-
sioner Mike Stewart appoint-
ed Chris Russell with Simeon
Nelson named as alternate;
Chairman Howard Kessler
of District 4 appointed Chad
Hanson with Michael Keys
as alternate; and Commis-
sioner Lynn Artz of District 5
appointed Chuck Hess with
Judith Harriss as alternate.
The at-large minority mem-
ber is Helen Franklin; and
the other at-large seat will
be filled by Mike Falk Jr., the
longtime chair of the planning
commission who was selected
by county commissioners to
continue in that role.
Sopchoppy resident Dale
Rushton will continue to
represent that city in a purely
advisory status, and Jimmie
Duggar is the school board's
non-voting member.
Community Development
Director Lindsay Stevens
noted that the planning com-
mission will select its own
vice-chair.
At the end of the year,
county commissioners re-
vamped the planning commis-
sion changing its makeup by
taking away the voting status
of the cities and altering some
procedures, notably a provi-
sion requiring a unanimous
vote of county commissioners
for any land development or-
dinance that did not receive a
recommendation for approval
by the planning commission.
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The Wakulla County School District recognized the School Level Teachers of the Year Monday, Jan, 4 at
the boardroom. One of the eight candidates will be selected as the Wakulla County District Teacher of the
Year, The announcement will be made in February, The winning teacher will also be eligible to become the
Florida Teacher of the Year,
The teachers honored included: front row from left, Annette Allen of Medart Elementary School, Cindy Loney
of Crawfordville Elementary School, Chris Martin of Wakulla Pre-K and Linda Sharp of Shadeville Elementary
School, Back row from left, Superintendent David Miller, Mina Sutton of Riversprings Middle School, Sarabeth
Jones of Wakulla High School, Regina Strickland of Wakulla Middle School, Diane Driggers of Riversink El-
ementary School and Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Beth O'Donnell, Photo by William Snowden,



Museum preserves heritage


By KEITH BLACKMAR
kblackmar@thewakullanews.net
Wakulla County Historical Society
Vice President Betty Green is outgo-
ing and gregarious so when she de-
cided to put her efforts into creating
a Wakulla County museum the only
obstacle was money.
Thanks to the efforts of Green, His-
torical Society President Cathy Frank,
Museum Director Mary Sampson
and other volunteers, the first phase
of the museum effort has become a
reality.
The bottom floor of the museum


has opened to visitors and an open
house was held for the public in late
2009.
The museum building itself has an
interesting history as a former county
jail, emergency medical services
building and county offices.
But after a complete renovation,
signs of the county offices are gone
and museum pieces have taken their
place.
"There was a big sense of excite-
ment coming together and getting
the building open," said Cathy Frank,
a native of Wakulla County and the


Gray family.
The dream and vision for the
museum and archives began in 1999
when Pete Gerrell, Mays Leory Gray
and Green were meeting in the
old wooden courthouse across the
street.
The idea light bulb came on when
Green looked out the window and
realized that the facility would be
perfect as a museum.
"Everybody was so ex-
cited to see it happen,"
said Frank, who added
that the second floor
of the building
tr. will also be part
of the museum,
but a new grant
S will have to be
1W. acquired.
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From left, Cathy Frank, Betty Green, Mary Sampson in McLeod room. Tree displays historical ornaments,


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King


will be


honored
Two programs have been
scheduled as part of the Dr.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
holiday in Wakulla County.
The Wakulla County
Christian Coalition will host
a drive through on Dr. Mar-
tin Luther King Memorial
Road on Monday, Jan. 18.
The drive will commence
at 9:15 a.m. at Thessalonia
Missionary Baptist Church
in the Hyde Park community
and travel to the King monu-
ment at the Wakulla County
Courthouse for a 10 a.m.
service. Elder Derick Howard
will be the guest speaker for
the occasion.
At 7 p.m., the Christian
Coalition will support the
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
program being presented at
Mount Olive Primitive Bap-
tist Church # 2 in the Bethel
community. Elder Samuel
Hayes is the church pastor.
The guest speaker will be
Elder Rodney N. Smith.
The public is invited to
attend.

Offices

will close

for holiday
The 2009 holiday season
has concluded but much
of the Wakulla County
workforce will receive a
three day weekend as a
result of the Dr. Martin
Luther King, Jr. holiday
next week.
Federal, state and coun-
ty employees will observe
the holiday on Monday,
Jan. 18, which falls after
King's actual birthday of
Jan. 15.
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McCall at theei Sopchoppy studio,


By BILL LOWRIE
Special to The Wakulla News
From the Heart Record-
ing Studio, located in Sop-
choppy, has for several years
promoted local and regional
musicians with the From the
Heart Music Hour, a weekly
program produced at the stu-
dio and broadcast by Oyster
Radio.
Many of these musicians
recorded at the studio as
well. Now the next big step
is about to happen. The stu-
dio's owner, Nelle McCall,
announced that the program
is moving to television.
The pilot episode will
be recorded during perfor-
mances by as many as 40
musicians at the beautiful
Monticello Opera House on
Friday, Jan. 22 and Saturday,
Jan. 23. Tickets are available
and can be purchased at a
number of locations which


are listed below.
"As you may suspect, while
recording is an important step
in a musician's career, getting
their work on the radio is a
major and challenging second
step," said McCall. "It is par-
ticularly difficult in these days
when, for the most part, the
airways are managed by large
corporations. But, in the Big
Bend, we have Oyster Radio,
a popular independent radio
station."
A few years ago, McCall
met with Oyster Radio's
owner Rick Plesinger and
they decided that the best
approach would be a week-
ly, self contained program,
featuring local artists, and
hosted by From the Heart's
recording engineer and tal-
ented songwriter and musi-
cian, Rick Ott.
"We were able to have
these folks come on the show


to talk about their music and
lives in general," said Ott.
"In addition, many of our
sponsors co-hosted the show
which made it even more
interesting and provided
them with a forum to dis-
cuss their own projects. For
example, Tammie Barfield,
of The Wakulla News, hosted
a show which helped bring
the two advertising mediums
together providing even more
exposure for the musicians."
Ott continued, "We were
also fortunate to run the show
during the elections. Our
"One on One" sessions with
several candidates for office
resulted in some great shows
that gave the candidates an
opportunity to explain their
positions on the issues, but
also to show their support
for the musicians with whom
they shared the hour."
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Established in Wakulla County in 189i ~


Whooping cranes


fascinate county


for a second year 7-


By KEITH BLACKMAR
kblackmar@thewakullanews.net
I must admit that I didn't
know much about whooping
cranes until last January.
This is the second year
Operation Migration in Wis-
consin has used a small
ultralight aircraft to lead
a group of cranes into St.
Marks for their stay at the
St. Marks National Wildlife
Refuge. The cranes wintered
for a month or two last year
before flying away.
The rest of the crew of
cranes were sent along to
the Chassahowitzka National
Wildlife Refuge in the Crys-
tal River area.
Now that I know more
about the cranes the only
thing left is to find a way to
cover the event as the birds
make a fly-over of the City of
St. Marks.
There is always a certain
amount of uncertainty in-
volved in the news business
anyway, but with the cranes
there are so many differ-
ent variables involved that
it makes coverage a major
challenge.
So my column will serve
as another reminder that the
whooping cranes are coming
or perhaps have already ar-
rived by the time you read


Timing is everything
in the news business, but
somebody forgot to tell that
to Mother Nature and the
birds.
Refuge officials have a
limited amount of time to
get the word out about the
arrival of the cranes. They
can project a date, but there
is a margin of error, either
before or after the projected
day.
Thousands of people
crammed into St. Marks
last year to get a 30 second
glimpse of the cranes before
they went to their special
pens at the refuge.
January weather in 2009
was similar to what we have
been experiencing this year
so visitors at the coastal
community had the oppor-
tunity to show off their new
parkas.
The endangered cranes
are being brought in to
establish an eastern popu-
lation of migrating cranes.
There were only 16 of the
birds in the wild in 1941 with
their population reduced by
hunting and habitat loss, ac-
cording to the U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service.
Standing nearly five feet
tall with a wing span of 7-1/2
feet, the birds are a spectacu-
lar sight.
For a day-by-day break-
down of what the cranes and
the crew did on their way
from the northern part of the
country, visit the Internet at
http://www.operationmigra-
tion.org/FieldJournal.html.
The picture of the ultra-
light and cranes below was
taken by Marty Dix last year.
Thank you to Marty for shar-
ing it with us.
Keith Blackmar is Editor
of The Wakulla News


Whooping cranes play follow the leader to their new
home at St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge.

Coverage of the flight of the whoop-
ing cranes will be included on www.
thewakullanews.com since our feath-
ered friends were scheduled to arrive
at their winter home after our newspa-
per deadline for this week passed.


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General Manager: Tammie Barfield........................tbarfield@thewakullanews.net
Editor: Keith Blackmar kblackmar@thewakullanews.net
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Publisher Emeritus: William M. Phillips Family (1976-2006)
All subscriptions to The Wakulla News become due and payable one
year from the time the subscription is purchased.
In County $26 yr. $14.50 1/2 yr, Out of County $35 yr. $19 1/2 yr.
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Many shared true meaning of the holiday


Editor, The News:
With the beginning of
the New Year, I wanted to
express my sincere gratitude
to the many individuals in
our community who shared
with those less fortunate
throughout the holiday
season. It was an especially
difficult year for many in our
community.
The Wakulla County
Sheriff's Office Victim Ad-
vocates coordinated receipt
and delivery of items indud-


ing food, clothing and toys
for a number of families.
We partnered with com-
munity businesses, their
owners, staffs and custom-
ers. Churches, individuals
and community clubs and
groups were also generous
in helping others. I would
like to personally thank
Beef O'Brady's, Ameris Bank,
Downtown Automotive,
Eden Springs, Greater Mt.
Primitive Baptist Church,
Wakulla High School Nation-


al Honor Society, Optimist
Club, Rotary Club and Ed
and Marge McIntyre.
Everyone was extremely
generous in making the
holidays brighter for oth-
ers throughout Wakulla
County.
Many individual mem-
bers of the sheriff's of-
fice also adopted families
in need and helped bring
some holiday joy to those
families. Members of Patrol,
Criminal Investigations, Vic-


tim Advocates and many in-
dividual Sheriff's Office staff
members shared purchased
clothing, toys and food with
a number of families. Each
of these individuals demon-
strated the true meaning of
the Christmas holiday.
I wish to individually
thank everyone for contrib-
uting to making Wakulla
County the caring commu-
nity that it is.
David F, Harvey, Sheriff
Wakulla County


Wakulla paramedics For online community calendar
visit www.thewakullanews.com


nelp us teel sate


Editor's note: The follow-
ing letter was sent to Alan
Lamarche of the Apalachee
Bay Volunteer Fire Depart-
ment.
Editor, The News:
Alan,
Last Friday (Jan. 1) my
husband and I were at Shell
Point when I suffered a
pretty severe heart attack.
My husband called 911 and
within minutes volunteers
from the area were at our
house trying to help out.
We could not express our
gratitude at the time but
wanted everyone to know
how much it meant to us.
Just knowing that someone
wanted to help and was
trying made us feel better.
Wakulla County EMS re-
sponse time was impressive
and the paramedic in charge
was outstanding. All I know
is that his name was Mike.
As a nurse I was observing
every move. He new what to
do and did it well. We should
all feel safe.
I am a post heart trans-
plant patient of 20 years
now so heart issues are not
strange to me but I have
never had any problems
before. I was taken to Tal-
lahassee Memorial Hospital,
my blockage was opened
with a surgical stent and no
permanent damage appears
to have been caused from
the event,
I am now at home and
doing fine. Fast medical


intervention no doubt was
a key factor.
Thanks again to everyone
involved. If this e-mail does
not reach out to a person
that you know was involved
please forward.
I am forever grateful,
Terri and Victor
Matthews
Crawfordville and
Thomasville, Ga.
Dear Terri,
I am so pleased that our
Apalachee Bay Volunteer Fire
Department (Station 4) and
the Wakulla County EMS
were there for you when you
needed them most.
Most of our volunteer
firefighters are also certified
First Responders and the
Shell Point community is in-
deed fortunate to have these
dedicated professionals and
the EMS available to deal
with our many unexpected
first responder/life threaten-
ing needs.
The volunteer fire depart-
ment is primarily dependent
on donations, so I am for-
warding your letter to local
news sources and others in
hopes that your experience
will move others to contrib-
ute to Shell Point's "rural
life line."
Alan Lamarche, PVSP Safe-
ty Committee
Those who wish to make
a tax deductible donation
may send it to: ABVFD, 1448
Shell Point Rd., Crawford-
ville, FL 32327.


and click on calendar.

WEEK IN WAKULLA
Thursday, January 14, 2010
COASTAL OPTIMIST CLUB meets at Posey's Up the Creek in
Panacea at noon.
QUIT SMOKING NOW classes will beheld at the public
library at 6 p.m. For more information, call Calandra
Portalatin at 224-1177. (Through Feb. 18)
ROADS CLEAN ACTION PLAN meets in the commission
boardroom at 5 p.m.
ROTARY CLUB meets at the senior center at noon.
VFW BINGO will be held at the VFW Post on Arran Road
from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
WAKULLA REPUBLICAN PARTY meets at the public library
at 7 p.m.
Friday, January 15, 2010
FRIDAY AFTERNOON BOOK CLUB meets at the public
library from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS meets at St. Teresa's Episcopal
Church in Medart from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
PICKIN' 'N' GRINNIN' JAM SESSION will be held at the
senior center from 10 a.m. to noon. (Also on Tuesdays)
SASSY STRIPPERS QUILTERS GROUP meets at the public
library from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. to make quilts for
traumatized children. The "cruiser quilts" are donated to
Wakulla County deputies to be used for children in need.
New members welcome. For information, call 926-6290.
Saturday, January 16, 2010
ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION will be held at Hudson Park
beginning at 10 a.m Hundreds of free trees will be given away.
FIRESIDE CHAT will be held at the lodge at Wakulla
Springs State Park at 8 p.m. Park Ranger Don Gavin will
share stories from his years at the springs.
NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS meets at 3240 Crawfordville
Highway at 5 p.m. For more information, call 224-2321.
Monday, January 18, 2010
MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. HOLIDAY Banks, schools and
government offices will be closed in observance.
MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. PROGRAMS will include a
morning drive on Martin Luther King Memorial Road in
Hyde Park beginning at 9:15 a.m. and concluding with a
service at the King monument at the courthouse at 10 a.m.
A program will be held at Mt. Olive Primitive Baptist
Church #2 in Bethel at 7 p.m. Elder Rodney Smith will speak.
MEN'S FRATERNITY, a Christian community men's group,
meets at the public library at 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
ALANON meets at 54 Ochlockonee Street in Crawfordville
at noon.
BOOK BUNCH meets in the children's room at the public
library at 10:30 a.m.
DIABETES EDUCATION CLASS will be held at the health
department from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. every week for six weeks.
FARMER'S MARKET will be held at Purple Martin
Nurseries, north of Crawfordville, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
IRIS GARDEN CLUB meets at the public library at 1 p.m.
NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS meets at 3240 Crawfordville
Highway at 7 p.m. For more information, call 224-2321.
NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY meets at the public library at 6:30 p.m.
PLANNING COMMISSION meets in the commission
boardroom at 7 p.m.
SCHOOL BOARD meets in the school administration
building at 5:45 p.m.
VFW LADIES AUXILIARY BINGO will be held at the VFW
Post on Arran Road from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
AA meets at Ochlockonee Bay UMC on Surf Road at noon.
BOOK BABIES, storytime with activities for toddlers, will
be held at the public library at 10:30 a.m.
BOOKMOBILE will be at the COAST Charter School in
St. Marks from noon to 2:30 p.m., at Summer Trace
apartments in Panacea from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., and at the
Sopchoppy Post Office from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
BRAIN GYM CLASS will be held at the senior center at 10:30 a.m.
LINE DANCING will be held at the senior center at 2 p.m.
WETLANDS ADVISORY COMMITTEE meets at the public
library at 1 p.m.


Editor, The News:
There are good people
and good things do hap-
pen.
Recently, I unknow-
ingly dropped a credit
card in the Shop N Save at
Bloxham Cutoff. Later that
day I received a call from
the sheriff's office telling
me they had a credit card
of mine.
I want to thank the
person who found my
card. I also want to thank
each person who was in-
volved in getting the card
returned to me.
The sheriff's deputy
who returned the card


was prompt, kind and
courteous. It would be
nice if I knew the names
of everyone involved so I
could thank them person-
ally, but unfortunately I
do not.
I have been told Captain
Bill Poole and Lt. Jimmy
Sessor were the sheriff's
employees involved.
A special thanks to the
unknown person involved
in getting the card to the
sheriff's office,
Thanks for this expres-
sion of honesty and con-
cern.
Faye Shepard
Crawfordville


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THE WAKULLA NEWS, Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010 Page 3A


It's time to move the


Republican
Editor, The News:
The resignation today
of Jim Greer the Chairman
of the Republican Party
of Florida (RPOF) dem-
onstrates that the party
can come together as a
family and resolve issues
internally for the greater
good of the party. We
have much to do in 2010.
We have one more item to
take care of during the an-
nual RPOF meeting, elect
an interim chairman. John
Thrasher's name has been
placed in nomination:
"It's time to bring the
party back to the focus. Le
That's to ensure strong Republican


part


tters
principles and


y along
strong Republican lead-
ership are in Florida,"
Thrasher said during an
interview at his office in
Arlington. "If I'm going to
do this job, I'm going to
look forward."
I personally wish Jim
Greer success in his future
endeavors. It's time to
move the party forward
and I am looking forward
to a very productive annu-
al meeting this weekend, a
fresh start, new leadership
and a path for Republican
victories in 2010.
Gordon McCleary
Chairman, Wakulla County
Republican Party


Looking out for the Mount


Beasor area garbage bandit


Editor, The News:
For the last several
weeks I've been observing
overturned garbage cans
in the Mount Beasor area
north of Sopchoppy.
Persimmon Road
seemed to be the worst
area with cans overturned
and garbage strewn all
over the road.
At that time I had not
yet been a victim. But a


few days later I found my
own can overturned and
my own garbage strewn
all over my yard.
After the third morning
of going down and picking
up all the garbage I was
curious as what size bear
was the culprit, so I posi-
tioned two security cam-
eras to photograph the
Bandit which they did.
Although my can was


secured with rope and was
empty, he is seen sniffing
around on Dec 17 at 11:45
p.m. and leaving my car-
port on the night of Dec.
26 at 2:44 a.m., where I
think he took a nap.
He sure left a lot of
black bear hair on the con-
crete floor to be cleaned
up.
Floyd Robertson
Sopchoppy


Editor, The News:
It's that time again!
The LIFEWALK is coming
up in March and we have
lots to do to prepare. If you
would like to help out with


any of the many things there
are to do (set up, clean up,
bake, register walkers, help
with advertising) then please
attend the meeting held at
the Wakulla Pregnancy Cen-


ter, 886 Woodville Highway
on Jan. 23 at 10 a.m.
Angie Holshouser
Wakulla Pregnancy Cen-
ter


Support was deeply appreciated


Editor, The News:
We would like to thank
everyone who came to
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
Catholic Church Fellow-


ship Hall for the food
and friendship for Kathy
Holley.
Thanks to everyone
who sent cards, called or


stopped by. It was deeply
appreciated.
The Cronan family and
K.B. Holley
Medart


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From the Desk
of the Public
Library


Friday movies,


classes, activities


Sc r return to library


Friday Night
Movies Return
After a holiday break, the
Friday Night Movie program
returns to the Library on
Jan. 15. We're showing a
family animated film (which
as always our Public View-
ing License forbids me to
name) based on a children's
book written by Judi Barrett.
The film tells the story of a
scientist named Flint Lock-
wood whose latest invention
backfires and begins to cause
food to fall from the sky. The
machine soon begins to run
amok and goes from raining
delicious cheeseburgers from
the sky to creating spaghetti
tornados and giant meatballs
from the cloudy sky (big title
clue there). It's up to Flint,
the town's weather girl Sam
Sparks, and Steve, Flint's
talking monkey assistant to
save the day. Starring the
vocal talents of Bill Hader,
James Caan, Mr. T and Neil
Patrick Harris among others,
the film is rated PG for brief
mild language. Doors open
at 6:45 p.m. for the 7 p.m.
show, and as always we ask
that all children be accom-
panied by an adult, not just
dropped off.
Amnesty Period ends
on Jan. 16
The Library's amnesty
period ends on Saturday, Jan.
16. This is your last chance
to return library materials,
no matter how overdue they
are, fine free. Beginning on
Tuesday, Jan. 19, overdue
fines will again be assessed
so please take advantage of
this opportunity to bring
books, videos and audio
you may have back as we
prepare to do a much needed
inventory.
Quilt Drawing Fundraiser
Just a reminder that the
Friends of the Library will
hold a drawing at our Feb.
6 Book Extravaganza for a
handmade quilt donated by


the Sassy Strippers Quilting
Guild. This quilt (slightly
smaller than Queen Sized) is
being displayed at the front
desk of the library, as well
as on the library's Facebook
page. Tickets are $2 and may
be purchased at the front
desk or from members of
the Friends of the Library or
the Quilting Guild. Our goal
is to raise $2,000 for library
programs and with your help
I'm sure we can reach it!
Computer Training
offered by the Wakulla
Extension Office
The course emphasis will
be to understand Microsoft
Office 2007 to include Word,
Excel, PowerPoint as well as
basic computer operations.
The practical application will
be to utilize real-life training
in the areas of health and nu-
trition. It serves as reinforce-
ment for some of the other
classes offered. The training
is offering by Ken Gambill,
M.Ed. Instructional Technol-
ogy and Shelley Swenson,
UF/IFAS Wakulla County Ex-
tension in cooperation with
the Wakulla County Library
where the course will be
offered. It will begin Friday,
Jan. 22 from 9:30 a.m. to 11
a.m. The Friday/Monday
classes will continue for two
days a week for eight weeks.
There will be a $10 fee to
cover the Extension Office's
costs. Class enrollment is
limited so call the Wakulla
County Extension Office 926-
3931 if you are interested.
Computer Classes
for the week
There are three regular
library computer classes this
week. On Thursday, Jan. 14,
Microsoft Word 2007 Level
2 will be offered at 9:30 a.m.
and Microsoft Excel 2007
Level 2 at 1:30 p.m. On Tues-
day, Jan. 19, Computer Basics
2: E-mail and the Web is be-
ing held at 6 p.m. All three
classes are free and require


early sign-up as seating is
limited.
Quit Smoking Classes
The Big Bend Area Health
Education Center will be con-
ducting quit smoking classes
and support groups begin-
ning on Thursday, Jan. 14 at 6
p.m. at the library. The "Quit
Smoking Now" program was
developed by ex-smokers for
those who want to quit. The
program will last through
Feb. 18 and may be extended
if interest warrants. This
program is free and you can
contact Calandra Portalatin
at 224-1177 or cportalatin@
bigbendahec.org for more
information.
Community Meetings
This Week
The Wakulla Republican
Party meets at 7 p.m. on
Thursday, Jan. 14. The Sassy
Strippers Quilting Guild
meets every Friday at 10 a.m.
and the Library's Book Club
meets Fridays at 3 p.m. Sons
of Confederate Veterans
meets Saturday, Jan. 16 at
5 p.m. The Men's Fraternity
meets Monday, Jan. 18 at
6 p.m. For the plant lovers
out there the Iris Garden
Club will hold their monthly
meeting Tuesday, Jan. 19
at 1 p.m. and the Native
Plant Society meets that eve-
ning at 6:30 p.m. Lastly, our
children's programs meet
each Tuesday (pre-schoolers)
and Wednesday (infants) at
10:30 a.m. Please come out
to any of these great group's
meetings if interested, and
remember to check out our
page on Facebook and be-
come a "fan" of the library
to get information on library
events sent straight to your
computer.
In addition you can re-
ceive our weekly e-mail
newsletter be sending your
e-mail address to me at
scottj@wakullalibrary.org or
filling out the slips at the
front desk.


ett Willard w Amazing grace!
How sweet the sound-
Sd That saved a wretch like me!
I once was lost but now am found,
Was blind but now I see.
'Twas grace that taught my
heart to fear,
And grace my fears relieved;
How precious
did that grace appear
The hour I first believed.

The Lord has promised good to me,
His word my hope secures;
He will my shield and portion be
As long as life endures.

Thru many dangers, toils and snares,
I have already come;
S'Tis grace hath brought me safe thus far,
And grace will lead me home.

WVhen we've been there ten thousand years,
O Bright shining as the sun,
C"2 We've no less days to sing God's praise

S1916 Dece' Than when we'd first begun.

The family of Elder Emmett Willard Whaley, Sr. wishes to express their sincere appreciation to the many churches, pastors, associations,
organizations and the many individuals who prayed, called, visited and sang for our Dad prior to his death and also for the loving
condolences, cards, flowers, food and supplies furnished to his family after his home going.

A special thank you to Bill Payne, Charles (BB) Barwick, Bruce Taylor, Lindon Frost, Ronnie Metcalf and Robert Jetton, who officiated the
service, your spoken words will never be forgotten.

Also, the musicians and vocalists who provided the beautiful music which soothed our souls, Jan White, Diane Vause, Susan Turner,
Landon Turner, Clara White, Allan Dallis, The Langston Family and Bruce Taylor.

To the men who Elder Whaley chose to carry him the last mile of the way, Kennis Harrell, Barney Harrell, Jr., Roland Revell, Ted Helton,
Vernon Henderson, Chuck Turner, Guinn Haskins, Bobby Strickland, and Paul Payne. You were each special to him and we are honored
that you served.

We would be remiss if we did not also thank the Wakulla County Sheriff and his Department for not only their services with traffic, but
also the food and supplies furnished to the family (especially Mike Kemp and Karen Day); Bevis Funeral Home and SkipYoung for their
wonderful direction; Heidi Franklin, Elder Whaley's Hospice Nurse, who made his journey bearable together with the entire Big Bend
Hospice team.


Please join us in praying for God's continued blessing on Wakulla County
and each and every soul that lies within. With love and gratitude,


luayron ana Alene vvnaley
Rene Whaley
Marie and Cal Jacobs
Jacquelyn and Robert Jetton
Willard and Becky Whaley


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Lamont.
Survivors include his wife,
Rochell Bailey; a son, Rudie
Bailey and Jamie of Wakulla;
two daughters, Lee Winters
and Vance of Tallahassee and
Lillie Meinhardt and Andy
of St. Marks; three brothers,
Bill Bailey and Dora, Bernard
Bailey and Donald Bailey and
Margaret, all of Lamont; a
sister, Martha Bell Bailey of
Lamont; four grandchildren,
Danielle Fogelson and Ron,
Buddy McCord, Hannah Lingo
and Joseph Story; and two
great-grandchildren.
Beggs Funeral Home in Tal-
lahassee was in charge of the
arrangements.


Big Bend Hospice

hosts tag dedication


As the 2009 holidays fade
into our memory and we have
stored away the holiday deco-
rations, it is time to dedicate
the tags from all 27 Tree of Re-
membrance sites in the eight
counties served by Big Bend
Hospice. They include: Leon,
Madison, Jefferson, Taylor,
Wakulla, Franklin, Gadsden
and Liberty counties. Com-
munity members are invited
to attend this special Tag
Dedication Service on Jan. 22
at 5:30 p.m. at the Big Bend
Hospice office, 1723 Mahan
Center Blvd. in Tallahassee.
The Big Bend Hospice
Trees of Remembrance ended
on Dec. 24 but the hundreds
of names and messages that
adorned the bells, bows and
angels placed on the Trees
are special. Each year when


the trees are packed away,
Big Bend Hospice treats the
messages from the trees with
the respect they are due and
holds a special service to ac-
knowledge the sacred nature
of these tags. The Big Bend
Hospice chaplains and grief
and loss counselors have put
together a time for remem-
brance, hope and reflection
as the tags are blessed and
burned before being scat-
tered in the Hospice House
garden.
Special music has been
written by the Big Bend Hos-
pice music therapists es-
pecially for this service. A
reception will immediately
follow the service to provide
a time for fellowship. For
more information, call Laura
Glenn at 701-1341.


Area clergy invited to

luncheon with Hospice


Big Bend Hospice Chaplains
invite area clergy and other
leaders in the congregation to
attend a special luncheon at
noon Thursday, Jan. 21 at Big
Bend Hospice, 1723 Mahan
Center Blvd., Tallahassee.
Come enjoy a complimen-
tary meal and fellowship with
community clergy. "We invite
clergy to be present at this lun-
cheon to hear and share ideas
of how to help congregants
who are providing care for oth-
ers," said Reverend Candace
McKibben, Big Bend Hospice
Pastoral Care Manager. "While
targeted to congregant caregiv-
ers, clergy offer care to many
and will learn and share ideas
for self-care as well."
Julian Sollohub, LCSW, Big
Bend Hospice Social Worker,
will be the speaker for this
quarterly meeting and his
topic will be Care of Caregiv-

Christ Church
Anglican
Sunday
8:30am Service
9:30am Adult Bible Class
10:30am Children's Class
10:30am Service
Nursery available
Thursday 10:30 am Adult Bible Study
Wednesday 6:30 pm Supper and
Children, Youth and Adult Bible Classes
The Rev. John Spicer, Rector
850-745-8412
3383 Coastal Highway


ers. The meeting is open to
all clergy in Leon, Jefferson,
Madison, Taylor, Wakulla,
Franklin, Liberty and Gadsden
counties.
Please RSVP to Candace
McKibben as soon as possible
at 878-5310, X250 or candace@
bigbendhospice.org. Please
feel free to invite other clergy
or leaders.

SWakulla United
Methodist Church
Sunday Contemporary Service 8:30 a.m
Sunday School for all ages -10 am
Sunday Worship 11 a.m
Wednesday Service 7 p.m
1584 Old Woodville Rd.
Wakulla Station
421-5741
Pasttr Jamj Henry Rinebart


Ochlockonee
Blood Bought ,
Word Taught Christian Center
Wrou Evangelical Expositional
13VA gible Teaching

Schedule of Services
Sunday School........ 9:45 a.m.
W orship .................11:00 a.m .
Prayer .................. 5:00 p.m. ,
Wednesday Supper .6:00 p.m. J' ilh-
Wednesday Study ....7:00 p.m.
Thursday Ladies ...10:00a.m.
2263 Curtis Mill Rd.
Sopchoppy, FL *962-3774
Pastor John S. Dunning
(From Rhema Bible Training Center)
www.ochcc.org


5585 Crawfordville Hwy.
Tallahassee, FL 32305
Owned & Operated By Wesley Schweinsberg
Son of the Late Harold Schweinsberg
Office: (850) 421-7211 Mobile: (850) 510-3983
Call and Compare... You'll Save Time & Money
Same Quality & Service .


Hwy 319 Medart,
a eE lOffice 926-5265
Early Worship 8:30 a.m.
o 0 Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
ED Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.
AWANA 5:00 p.m.
uYouth Zone Time 4:30 p.m.
Evening Worship 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Services 7:00 p.m.
Our Mission is: Loving God and Loving Others
through Worship, Ministry and Service.
Operating like a family; strong in the Word of God, warm and
inviting. Powerful ministries for strengthening our families.
Reaching Children, Youth, Adults and Seniors for Jesus.
We will look forward to seeing you this Lord's Day.
www.lakeellenbaptistchurch.org


James R. Bailey
James Rudolph Bailey, 76,
of Tallahassee died Tuesday,
Jan. 5 in Tallahassee.
A graveside service was
held Friday, Jan. 8 at Walker
Cemetery in Lamont. In lieu
of flowers, donations may be
made to St. Jude Children's
Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude
Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
A native of Lamont, he
resided in Tallahassee since
1962. He loved gardening,
farming and fishing. He loved
conversation and had never
met any stranger. He was a
veteran of the Navy and a
Southern Baptist attending
Lamont Baptist Church in


Pastor Anniversary
for Grady Harper
Blessed Hope of the Living
God Church, 1455 Woodville
Highway north of St. Marks,
will sponsor the Fourth Pas-
tor Anniversary for Pastor
Grady Harper from Jan. 12
to Jan. 17 at 7:30 p.m. nightly
and 11:30 a.m. on Sunday.
A musical will be held Jan.
16 at Free Spirit Church on
Crawfordville Highway with
Mother Corine Glen.

Family and Friends
at St. Nora
St. Nora Primitive Baptist
Church will celebrate its
Second Annual Family and
Friends Day program on Jan.
17 at 11 a.m.
Everyone is invited to at-
tend. For more information,
call Mother Martha McBride
at 877-0482 or Sister Shirley
Baucham at 926-1877.

River of Life offers
free seafood dinner
River of Life Church will
offer a free seafood dinner
on Sunday, Jan. 17, from 10:30
a.m. to noon. The food will
be catered by the Seineyard's
mobile restaurant.
Pastor Henry Jones invites
the community to attend.


Men's Fraternity of Wakulla

will host men's breakfast


The Monthly Men's
Breakfast will be Satur-
day, Jan. 16 at 8 a.m., in
the Christian Life Center
at First Baptist Church of
Crawfordville.
The group's next bi-
monthly meeting will be
at the Wakulla County
Public Library at 7 p.m. on
Monday, Jan. 18.
The men's fraternity is
well into the planning
stage of the second an-
nual Jesus River Fest that
will take place March 20
at the Sopchoppy City
Park. Christian groups are
to needed to perform, as


St. Elizabeth


Ann Seton

Catholic ChuI ch
Mass 9 a.m. Sunday
Sunday School 10 a.m.
Father James MacGee, Pastor
3609 Coastal Hwy. (US 98)
S 926-1797 J


well as people to man the
prayer tent, volunteers to
work with children and
teens, cooks and servers,
and various other needs.
The group said its de-
sire is for every church
in the county and in the
surrounding areas get in-
volved in some capacity.
We are also looking
for donations from local
groups, businesses and
organizations. For more
information of how you
can help make this event a
success, please send an e-
mail to jesusriverfestival@
live.com


j9 Saint Teresa
Episcopal
Church
1255 Rehwinkel Rd.
At the corner of Rehwinkel Rd. & US 98
Rev. Teri Monica, Priest
Rev. Roy Lima, Deacon
Sunday Holy Eucharist 5:30 pm
Sunday School, supper
and fellowship provided.
926-4288


Crawfordville United
Methodist Church
Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
Worship 11:00 a.m.
Pastor Tony Rosenberger 926-7209
Ochlockonee &Arran Road "Come Grow With Us"www.crawfordville-umc.org


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1044 Shadeville Road Crawfordville Florida 32327
"the churches of Christ salutes you" Romans 16:16
www.OysterBayChurchofChrist. org


117 Curtis Mill Road, Sopchoppy


Sunday School 9A45 AM
Church Office Morning Worship 11 AM
962-7822 AWANA CLUB 5PM
Evening Worship 6 PM

Wednesday 7 PM Prayer Meeting,
Youth & Children's Programs 'A
Dr. Bill Jenkins, Pastor
Daid Alen, Associate Pastor/Student Minister
Rand Anderson, Minister f Music
Jerry Evans, Mike Crouch, Blrnie Kemp Musicians


BUCKHORN NEWS
By Ethel Skipper


Third annual
women
conference is set
Skipper Temple Church
of Christ Written in Heaven,
165 Surf Road, Sopchop-
py, and Ethel M. Skipper,
Host Pastor, will sponsor
the Third Annual Women's
Conference,"Women of Ex-
cellence."
The program will be held
Jan. 22 and Jan. 23. On Friday,
Jan. 22, at 7 p.m., the first
session of the conference
will be: praise, worship and
several local guest speakers.
On Saturday, Jan. 23, from
9 a.m. to 10 a.m. a light
brunch/fellowship will be
held. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.,
the second session of the
conference will be held.
The special guest speaker
will be Pastor Joyce M. (John-
son) Handy, pastor of Atlanta
Avenue Church of Christ
Written In Heaven, Bruns-
wick, Ga.
She is an anointed woman
of God who operates in the
gifts of faith, healing, proph-
esy and knowledge.
Free registration, lunch
and refreshments will be
provided.
For more information,
contact Pastor Ethel Skipper
at 962-7838.


After reading all the
good things about Elder
Emmett Whaley, it touched
my heart, and brought back
some wonderful memories.
I had the pleasure to be in
the presence of him and
sister Cecilia many times.
I first met them in the
home of Mrs. Fay Rouse.
During the visit with her,
Elder Whaley had prayer
and from that moment, I
became close to their fam-
ily as he also ministered
the Word.
I knew he was a man
called by God. Many times
I would ask him about
scriptures and we shared
them with his understand-
ing and wisdom of God.
Once our church women
had a meeting at The Oaks
in Ochlockonee Bay with
Pastor Alice Jackson, and
they remembered each
other from the early years
of his ministry. Elder Whal-
ey and sister Ceilia spent
time with us and shared
encouraging words that
were truly inspirational.
He was a great man of
God. We visited their home
on one occasion and sis-
ter Ceilia said, "Let sister
Skipper pray, they believe
in prayer." Jesus said that
man should always pray.
It was always a bless-
ing to be in the presence
of Elder Whaley and sister
Ceilia. We know that if we
are faithful, keep the faith
and live for God we will
join them in glory.
Our prayers and concern
go out to all the sick, the


Ivan Assembly of God Ochtock onee
202 Ivan Church Road
pgggrI g Crawfordville
Pastor,
Daniel Cooksey U i
o c&orshi w ,,irUs" United
926-IVAN(4826) Methodist
Sunday School........................ 10 a.m. C h r h
Sunday Worship ...................... 11 a.m. C church
Evening Worship.......................6 p.m. Sunday Worship 9 a.m.
Wednesday Service..................7 p.m. Adult Sunday School 10:30 a.m.
& Youth Service........................7 p.m. Pastot evNin attll
Royal Rangers...........................7 p.m. (850) 984-0127
M issionettes .............................. 7 p.m .


SSopchoppy Trinity
United Lutheran
Methodist Church of Wakulla County
Hwy. 98, Across from WHS
Church Web site:
d Lutheransonline.com/trinityofwakulla
Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Bible Class 9:00 a.m.
I Bible Class 9:00 a.m.
Worship II a.m. Worship 10:00 a.m.
Pastor Kevin Hall Pre-School M-F (3-5 Years)
850-962-25 I Pastor Vicar Bert Matlock
Church 926-7808 Pre-School 926-5557


cOV /tvc SUNDAY
Early Worship 8:30 a.m.
f'req .e / Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.
,, \ Evening Worship 6:00 p.m.
Discipleship Training 7:00 p.m.

First Baptist Church WEDNESDAY
CRAWFORDVILLE Fellowship Meal 6:00 p.m.
3086 Crawfordville Hwy. (call for reservations)
(South of the Courthouse) Children's Events 6:30 p.m.
Church Office: 926-7896 Student Worship 7:00 p.m.
www.fbcc.embarqspace.com Prayer/Bible Study 7:00 p.m.








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Obituary Briefs


shut-ins, those in hospitals,
nursing homes, prisons,
jails, and all in need of
help everywhere. Let us
pray for world leaders.
We wish a happy birth-
day to Corren Skipper,
Jan. 11, Glendo Simmons
on Jan. 16, Mother Jose-
phine Allen, Mother Ro-
setta Sander, and Mother
Vera Gavin.
There will be a three-
night Holy Ghost-filled
revival meeting at the Live-
stock Pavilion beginning
on Thursday night, Jan. 14,
at 7 p.m. through Saturday
night, Jan. 16, with Pastor
Alice Williams. The public
is invited.
Skipper Temple Church
of Christ invites you to
fellowship with us. First,
second and third Sundays
with Sunday School at
10:30 a.m. followed by wor-
ship service at 11:30 a.m.
Beginning on Jan. 23, our
Fourth Sunday service will
start at 8 a.m. We welcome
you to come and praise the
Lord with us. Senior pastor
Ethel M. Skipper.



Sopchoppy
Church Of Christ
Corner of Winthrop & Byrd St.
Sunday: Bible Study ...9:30 a.m.
Worship ...................10:30 a.m.
Evening Worship .............5 p.m.
Wednesday: Bible Study...7 p.m.
Visitors are welcome!
Home Bible Courses available...
please call for details,
962-2213


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THE WAKULLA NEWS, Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010 Page 5A


Museum heritage


sampson, Green and Frank snow ott some ot the artifacts in Pete Gerrell Room.


Continued from Page 1A The county had planned
The next grant must be to demolish the old jail
acquired to provide an eleva- when Green and her sup-
tor to meet handicap access porters saved the building.
requirements for the second "We fought for this build-
floor, ing," she said. "We saw the
The first floor has a gift beauty of the building, an art
shop, geneology suite with deco style built in 1947. I like
computers for research with to tell the world about us.
historical books, a kitchen It's about family and home
and two display rooms fea- folks and we don't want it
turning historical artifacts of forgotten. There are a lot of
the late Pete Gerrell and a good memories."
tribute to former Judge R. Green was born in Crest-
Don McLeod and his daugh- view but moved to Wakulla
ter Martha Norris McLeod. County, the original home of

Musicians


Continued from Page 1A
Morty Beckman from Tallahas-
see's Music Center joined Rick on
several shows and became the
unofficial cohost. "We had some
great shows together," says Ott.
"We talked, laughed and played
great music. That to me is a great
radio show."
"Eventually we felt that we
had done all we could within the
framework of this show," said Mc-
Call. "So we began looking for oth-
er ways to introduce the public to
the great music coming out of the
studio. It soon became clear that
the natural progression would be
to somehow move to television.
But, as you might imagine, the
networks weren't just waiting for


her father, when she was a
teenager. His work took him
around the state.
Green grabbed hold of
Wakulla County and has
been saving historical mem-
ories ever since.
She has agreed to several
interviews over the years
and always has new histori-
cal anecdotes to share. On
this visit Green related a sto-
ry of the old jail, the facility
that was replaced by the 1947
jail, that was demolished
after being condemned by


us to call. Then it hit me, public
television. This seemed obvious
since we are, after all, the public.
We made a few calls and soon
had a meeting with Pat Keating,
General Manager of WFSU-TV, our
local PBS affiliate."
McCall continued, "Pat thought
it was a great idea to have a show
of this type on WFSU but said that
there were no funds in their bud-
get to produce it. Nevertheless, he
was interested in providing the
airtime if we could produce the
show. So we began making more
calls. We got a great response as
many people stepped forward
to support the project and plans
for the first episode were made.
This pilot episode will not only


the state.
The Jimmie Dykes family
paid $25 for the old bricks
and built their home with
them, she said.
"We will be changing the
displays," said Sampson.
"We want things to stay
fresh."
Many of the Gerrell room
artifacts were discovered on
the Gerrell property. Pete's
wife, Terri, has been instru-
mental in keeping Pete's
historical dream alive. "Pete
was a thorough historian,"
said Green.
Green knew Martha
McLeod personally and has
saved some of her own per-
sonal artifacts of her. She
died in 1999 at age 99 and
Green has a large picture of
McLeod displayed from her
94th birthday party.
R. Don McLeod was judge
for 28 years and is honored
with artifacts all around the
room including some of
Martha's dresses.
The historical society had
plans for a Heritage Village
where 13 donated historical
homes were to be placed.
Part of the Lawhon Mill
Road property would have
been used for an equestrian
facility and wildlife rehabili-
tation area.
But the plans fell through
when it was determined that
the county donated land
was actually too wet for the


provide access to a major audi-
ence for the artists but will also
help raise funds for WFSU, which
has been so generous with their
support in helping us put the
show together. And, if all goes
well, we hope to develop this
into a regularly featured program
and dream of the possibility of it
going national."
The pilot will be taped over
two nights, Friday and Saturday,
Jan. 22 and Jan. 23, at the Monti-
cello Opera House and will air on
WFSU later in the spring.
"The Opera House is a fantastic
place to tape a show," said Mc-
Call. "There isn't a bad seat in
the house." Tickets are on sale
for $15 for one night or $25 for


project.
Historical society mem-
bers are still hoping someone
will donate some property to
preserve the old homes for
future generations,
The second floor of the
museum will eventually al-
low the facility to expand
into the area that actually
housed the inmates and lat-
er was home to the Wakulla
EMS unit. It will give the
museum additional square
footage.
Sampson added that the
society hopes to create a
"mock up" of one of the cells
with a cot to remember the
days when inmates slept
upstairs and ate meals on
the bottom floor.
Sampson added that Mad-
eleine Carr helped the so-
ciety by writing grants, but
grant funding has dried up
as the state budgets have
become lean,
"We want to keep the
integrity of the building,"
said Sampson. At the present
time the second floor is still
open space.
The 1947 jail facility be-
came home to jailer R.E.
Whaley and his wife Geral-
dine in the 1950s. Geraldine
served as the dispatcher,
cook, laundry person and
leader of religious services,
The Whaleys served until the
late 1960s and the jail closed
in 1972, Green stated.


both nights at the Monticello Op-
era House (850) 997-4242, Music
Center Tallahassee 942-0626, From
the Heart Recording Studio (962-
5282), and at The Tire Center in
Thomasville (229) 228-0260.
The program features about 40
musicians with a different lineup
each night.
The full schedule can be seen
on fromtheheartofsochoppy.com.
For information call 962-5282 or
e-mail fromtheheartrecordingstu-
dio@gmail.com.
"We need everyone's support
to help make this dream of a re-
gional show going national into a
reality. We hope you can join us at
the Opera House," said McCall. "I
want to thank a few people who


Sampson is painting a tree
on the wall of the museum
that highlights the names of
the "roots" or residents from
1843 and before. The top of
the tree contains branches of
"newcomers" who arrived in
the county in 1850 or later,
"Wakulla County has had
an impact at the state level
with R.A. Gray and the Craw-
fords," said Green. "It has
been remarkable."
The museum is open
on Thursday from 10 a.m.
until 4 p.m., but the society
hopes to open for additional
hours in the future. But more
volunteers are needed to fill
additional hours.
The society recently cre-
ated a Heritage Book that
quickly sold out. A second
printing of the book is
planned with a different
publisher, said Green.
"A lot of oldtimers have
so much in their heads," said
Green of historical memo-
ries. One of her favorite
people is Clarence Morrison
who has many memories
to share.
"We encourage people
to record their memories,"
Frank concluded. "Wakulla
County history is a work in
progress."
The historical society web
site is: http://www.roots-
web.ancestry.com/-flwchs/.
The museum may be reached
at 926-1110.


have stepped up to help us get
this far," she continued. "I'll start
with the musicians, and then the
Monticello Opera House, WFSU-
TV, Marc Bowerman Creative,
Production Support Group and
the people who put their money
where their heart is including:
Hamaknockers Oasis, Shoreline
Medical Group, The Music Center,
Metlife Resources, Clinicare Home
Medical, Sisters Antiques and
Uniques, Posh Organics and Gifts,
Backwoods Bistro, Ameris Bank
and Greater Big Bend Music. We
also want to thank all the newspa-
pers and radio stations who have
helped promote this show and
the artists it represents."


War Eagles have three champions at Clay County


By KEITH BLACKMAR
kblackmar@thewakullanews.net
Wakulla War Eagle Wres-
tling Coach John Wainwright
would only have been hap-
pier if his squad won the Clay
County Tournament Jan. 8 and
Jan. 9. But three individual
champions and a sixth place
finish at a difficult tourney had
Wainwright smiling.
Wakulla placed sixth as
a team despite missing two
key wrestlers at 103 pounds
and 130.
At 119 pounds, Tyler Hill
won his weight class. "He had a
great tournament," said Wain-
wright. "He is really rounding
into form. He beat wrestlers
from Suwannee and Bolles."
Scotty Varner dominated
the 140 pound weight class
as he won by pinning every
opponent he faced.
Tyler Corbett won the 189
pound weight class as Wain-
wright dropped him down
from 215 pounds and used
him in the class where he was
a better fit.
Luke Taylor placed third
at 160 pounds and narrowly
missed the finals as he lost
his match in the final seconds
despite holding the lead until
he was pinned.
Zach Malick competed at
112 and Carlton Atkinson
wrestled at 125. Wakulla took
forfeits at 103 and 130, but
Wainwright hopes Jeremy Hall
and Travis Hinsey will fill the
weight classes in the coming
competitions.

Diabetes

class is set
A free program of Dia-
betes Education Classes
will start on Tuesday, Jan.
19 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at
the Wakulla County Health
Department.
The classes meet every
week for six weeks followed
by a support group every
month for six months.
For more information call
Grace Keith at 926-3591, ext.
158 or email Grace Keith@
doh.state.fl.us


Robert Douin was one
match away from placing at
135 and Cameron Crum wres-
tled at 145. Brandon Cardin
wrestled at 152 and Matt Fields


competed at 171. Chris Griffin
dropped to 215 and competed
well, according to the coach.
Travis McCullough was
one match away from placing


at heavyweight despite the
strongest heavyweight field
of the year. "The heavyweight
division was loaded with state
qualifiers," said Wainwright.


Wakulla tied for sixth with ons. There were 31 teams in the
Tallahassee Lincoln. Clay won competition.
the tournament. Wakulla will travel to take
WHS and Matanzas tied part in the Suwannee Tourna-
with three individual champi- ment on Jan. 15 and Jan. 16.


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Wakulla cagers upset Taylor


By SCOTT COLLINS
Special to The Wakulla News
Wakulla's varsity basket-
ball team traveled to Perry on
Tuesday, Jan. 5 and defeated
rival Taylor County by a score
of 55-54.
It was a much needed win
for the War Eagles as they
were able to end a nine game
losing streak and improve to
2-9 on the season. The win
provided some much needed
confidence for a young War
Eagle team that earlier in
the season lost to the same
Taylor County Bulldogs by a
score of 72-55.
Freshman Johnnie Rob-
inson led all scorers with
24 points and five steals.
Harold Williams and Mikal
Cromartie combined for 20
points, five assists, and four
steals. Justin Willoughby had
six points, 10 rebounds, seven
assists and three steals.


Nickola Shingles played
outstanding defense while
grabbing 10 rebounds. James
Maxwell had three points
and 6 rebounds, while Greg
Thomas and Takija Knight
combined for 15 rebounds
and five blocks.
On Thursday, Jan. 7,
Maclay visited Medart and
defeated Wakulla in an epic
defensive battle by a score
of 49-39. "We didn't finish
around the basket when we
really needed to in some
critical situations and late in
the game we had some costly
turnovers" said Head Coach
Michael Sweatt.
Johnnie Robinson once
again led the team with
18 points and three steals.
Justin Willoughby had eight
points, seven assists and
three steals. Mikal Cromartie
had five points and five as-
sists. Nickola Shingles had


nine rebounds and three
steals, while Takija Knight
had four points and seven
rebounds. Greg Thomas had
seven rebounds and three
blocks.
On Friday, Jan. 8, Wakul-
la traveled to Panama City
and played district foe Spring-
field Rutherford. Down 36-32
at the half, the War Eagles
proved that they have a
chance to make the playoffs
as they were able to play with
the Rams most of the game.
The second half didn't go as
well for Wakulla as they end-
ed up sending Rutherford to
the free throw line 22 times.
The Rams made most of their
free throw attempts and won
the game 75-55.
Johnnie Robinson led the
way with 19 points and four
steals. Mikal Cromartie had
12 points, four assists and
four steals. Takija Knight had


11 points and eight rebounds,
while Justin Willoughby had
six points, eight assists and
three steals. Tamarick Hol-
mes had four points and five
rebounds.
"Our team is playing with
some chemistry right now
and we are running our lanes
on the offensive transition
fast breaks and playing much
better defense," said Coach
Sweatt.
Things didn't get any eas-
ier for Wakulla this week
as they hosted Tallahassee
Godby on Tuesday, Jan. 12
and traveled to Tallahassee
Lincoln on Thursday, Jan. 14
for another 7 p.m. game.
Wakulla hosts Leon Jan.
19 and Rutherford Jan. 22.
On Feb. 2, Feb. 4 and Feb.
5, Wakulla will host Chiles,
John Paul II and North Flori-
da Christian respectively.


Wakulla runners bring home awards
On Saturday, Jan. 9, five for the "Fastest Student."
Wakulla High School and Cora Atkinson of WHS was
one Wakulla Middle School awarded first place in her age
student competed in the group with a time of 25:50.
"Bowlegs 5K for Scholarship" Stanley Linton and Richard
in Tallahassee. Running in Walker also brought home
i a 16 degree wind chill, the first place medals in their
i runners managed to bring age groups, with respective
home several medals and times of 20:15 and 27:45.
awards. Stanley also finished fifth
r WMS student Kasey overall in the race.
66...James finished with a time Cody James finished 11th
nf 25:46 hrinoino home a with a time of 21:18 and DlT


Wakulla Bowlegs 5K runners battled intense cold,


medal for first place in her
age group and the award


Victor, 14th place with a time
of 21:28.


Chelsea Sanders knocks ball away from Godby goalie

WHS runs unbeaten

streak to four games


The frigid weather could
not dampen the spirit of
the Wakulla Lady War Eagle
soccer team last week as
Coach Jessica Bishop's squad
topped Godby 5-0 and tied
Springfield Rutherford 0-0.
The team has not lost
a game since Dec. 8 as the
unbeaten streak stretched to
four games, 2-0-2.
Wakulla received goals
from Chelsea Sanders, Brook-
lynn Tindall, Alina McCull-
ers, Chelsea Carter and Emily
McCullers. The assists in the
game went to Emily McCull-
ers and Kaylin Thigpen. Shay
Barwick was the winning
goalkeeper for Wakulla.
When does a tie feel


like a win? When your op-
ponent beat you 4-0 on Nov.
14. Alicia Porter and Shay
Barwick combined for nine
saves in the scoreless draw.
Wakulla hosted Florida
High on Jan. 12 and will have
another chance to beat John
Paul II on Jan. 14 before the
district tournament.
Wakulla, Godby and Ruth-
erford will compete in the
district tournament on Jan.
19 and Jan. 22. The Jan. 19
game will be played at 6
p.m. and the championship
game Jan. 22 will be played
at 7 p.m.
Wakulla improved to 3-
10-3 overall and is 2-1-1 in
district play.


C.C. girls rank 10th academically


This year's Wakulla High
School girls cross country
team learned last week that
it was ranked 10th in the
state academically for Class
2A programs. Several years
ago the Florida High School
Athletic Association (FHSAA)
institued a program to recog-
nize athletic teams for their
excellence in the dassroom as
well as on the athletic field.
The nominated teams are
ranked based on the un-
weighted cumulative grade
point average of all the team
members, sophomores and
above, who are listed on the
District entry list.
This year's team members
whose GPAs were considered
were: Cora Atkinson, Kenda-
lin Burns, Shelby Clarke, Kris-
tie Hodges, Alina McCullers,


Emily McCullers and Chelsea
Thompson. The girls had a cu-
mulative grade point average
of 3.640. Four of the girls, Cora


Atkinson, Kristie Hodges and
Alina and Emily McCullers all
had a perfect 4.0 GPA.
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By Linda Walker


Hi neighbors. First of all,
I did not ask for this freez-
ing weather I have a sign
in my house that says, "I
know I'm getting old when
it takes me
longer to rest than it
takes for me to get tired." I
need to add that the
older I get the colder I
get. That's just got to be it
and we all know that I
am older than dirt any-
way. I love the cold weather,
but not this freezing
stuff. It makes my whole
body hurt. Even my hair
hurts and that's pretty cold
to me.
I talked to a cousin in
Atlanta and they got lots
of snow. I do miss that.
At least I used to enjoy it
way back in the past. My
favorite thing was playing
in the snow barefoot with
my kids. Hey, do you think
that's what is wrong with
my feet? I used to take the
kids up to my grandma's
every year when it snowed
and they loved it too.
Neighbors, we need to
keep these special people
in our prayers: Mrs. Jessie
Lynn, Pat Ward and Billy
Bishop. They are all in the


hospital, so pray an extra
one please.
I want to thank Betty
Ward for taking me to Craw-
fordville the other day
even if her car almost
made me have a heart at-
tack. She went into the
store
and I stayed in her car. I
opened the car door to get
out and smoke and the
loudest alarm went off. I
wasn't going to touch any-
thing. I just knew I would
make it worse. It finally
stopped and I forgot all
about my cigarette
since I am trying to quit
anyway. God will get my
attention when I least
expect it. To my landlady,
Sheree Bevis, remember
when I told you I was just
going to keep praying that
God would send me a car?
Well, he sure did just that.
One of my former husbands
(it doesn't matter which
one) and his wife came
driving up in my yard last
week and brought me a car.
Nope, it isn't new but it sure
beats trying to limp to the
post office. I told you God
would answer my prayers
because I believed it.


Now let us wish these
special people happy birth-
day: Jessie Lynn on Jan. 3,
Pam Shields on Jan. 9, Gail
Gillman on Jan. 10, Gazzie
Hobbs on Jan. 12, Tracy
Ward on Jan. 16 and Tier
Ditz on Jan. 19. Happy anni-
versary to Mike and Glenda
Pruitt on Jan. 10.
On our prayer list, please
pray for each other, pray for
our families,
our soldiers overseas and
their families, our Vietnam
veterans and their
families, our country
and pray for peace. In ad-
dition, maybe just a tad of
sunshine.
Listen up people County
commissioners taking away
St. Marks' vote on the plan-
ning and zoning commis-
sion, and Sopchoppy's too,
means perhaps they don't
need our tax money either.
This is just my own per-
sonal opinion folks.
Thought for this week:
Let me remember to share
a smile wherever I go. You
would be surprised how
much it can warm you up.
If you have news, get it
to me. You know howl


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Barkfest is a celebration
of dogs that will be held
at Wakulla High School
Saturday, March 6. "We are
here to show off dogs, cel-
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bond and thereby allow
these more fortunate dogs
to assist their homeless
friends in finding perma-
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Some observers character-
ized the changes as punish-
ment for the planning board
recommending denial of the
wetlands ordinance that was
going back through the en-
actment process after having
been thrown out by a court for
procedural defects. Planning
commissioners from St. Marks
and Sopchoppy voted against
the wetlands ordinance, ex-
pressing skepticism about its
purpose, along with a majority
of planning commissioners.
With Commissioner Stew-
art's lone dissenting vote
at the county commission
level, the wetlands ordinance
failed.
Commissioner Artz, who
proposed the changes to the
makeup of the board, insisted
that there was no intent on
her part to strip the planning
board's power or punish the
cities. To her, the motivation
was simply a matter of fair-
ness: Why should the cities
have a say in the county's
planning decisions when the
county has no vote in theirs?
Additionally, Artz argued
that the cities influence on
the planning commission was
disproportional to the actual
population represented.
The planning commission
meets on Tuesday, Jan. 19.

In other matters:
Chairman Kessler sought
and got an unofficial nod of
approval for the county to add
bike lane striping to future
road widening and paving
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Earlier in the day Kessler
had attended a meeting of
the Capital Regional Trans-
portation Planning Agency
and noted that, among the
future projects discussed, was
a widening and repaving of
New Light Church Road.
Kessler suggested that the
board should encourage that
engineering and other aspects
of the project include a bike
lane.
Commissioner Stewart was
initially concerned about the
potential cost. Told it would
be part of the project costs,
paid for a state paving fund,
he agreed.
Commissioner Artz got
the board to along with a
proposal for county staff to
investigate the feasibility of


purchasing or trading for
some lots in the Greiner's Ad-
dition and Magnolia Gardens
subdivisions purchased by a
developer in a tax sale.
Artz said Cutchin Proper-
ties had offered to donate the
small lots to the county for the
amount paid by the company
for back taxes.
The board directed staff
to look at the feasibility of
the lots uses for stormwater
control or parks, and report
back.
Cutchin Properties owner
Gene Cutchin was in the audi-
ence but did not speak.
Chairman Kessler pre-
sented a certificate of apprecia-
tion to retired Building Depart-
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Page 8A THE WAKULLA NEWS, Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010


Josh Cook proudly displays one of his trophies,


, Brothers leave mark on drag strip


Two Wakulla County
brothers are making their
mark competing in Junior
Dragster Racing.
Matthew Cook is a fifth
grader at Shadeville Ele-
mentary who races Junior.
Dragsters and has been
named 2009 Track Cham-
pion in the Intermediate
Class at South Georgia Mo-
torsports Park in Ceil, Ga.
He is not only a cham-
pion on the drag strip,
but also in the classroom
where he has been able to
maintain grades to be on
the AB Honor Roll.
His brother Josh Cook
has followed suit in achiev-
ing second place in the
Novice Class at South Geor-
gia Motorsports Park.
Josh is a second grader
at Shadeville Elementary
who has also been an AB
honor roll student and
works really hard at main-


training his grades.
Matt and Josh thanked
their Nanny, Poppy and
Uncle, Junior. for all their
assistance in making the
racing duo successful.
They posed with their
trophies with their racing
friends.
The youths come from
as far as the Daytona and
Tampa areas to race at the
South Georgia track.
They have made friends
there and developed a
great sportsman relation-
ship since they have to
race each other.
The sport gives the boys
a great deal of confidence
and teaches them skills
they will keep for a life-
time.
They have to help with
the maintenance and care
of the cars and help make
decisions that involve
the use of looking at the


weather reading to predict
the best results for the


War Eagle soccer team tops Rickards, Godby weather


The frigid weather the
Wakulla boy's soccer team
has endured since the winter
break is fast earning them
the title Wakulla Men's Soc-
cer.
Amid the coldest weather
streak North Florida has
experienced in nine years,
Wakulla took the field twice
and earned the 'W' each
time.
On Tuesday, Jan. 5, Wakul-
la traveled to former district
foe Rickards to avenge last
year's heart-crushing road
loss. Wakulla was given the
chance to jump out front
early by taking a penalty kick
in the 19th minute of the
game but the shot flew high
and left the War Eagles still
searching for its first goal.
The ball moved up and
down the field easily, keep-
ing both defenses busy. Cap-
tain Rhett Harvey cleared the

Closings
Continued from Page 1A
School students, teachers
and district staff will have
their first day off from school
since returning to the class-
room following the Christmas
holidays.
The school board has
moved its Monday, Jan. 18
meeting to Tuesday, Jan. 19 at
5:45 p.m. in order to avoid a
conflict with the holiday. The
county planning and zoning
commission moved its Mon-
day meeting to Tuesday to
avoid the holiday. The board
meeting begins at 7 p.m.
County commissioners meet


ball from the sweeper posi-
tion multiple times during
the first half to help keep the
game scoreless. War Eagle
keeper Blake Howell was
called into action in the 25th
minute when he stopped a
hot shot by Rickards' John
Lemon.
Wakulla was patient and
was rewarded when Steven
Urling made a beautiful as-
sist to Captain Gage Martin.
The upfield cross caught
the Rickards goalie out of
position and Martin showed
great maturity by holding the
shot and practically guiding
the ball directly into the
goal.
In the 37th minute of the
game, Rickards drew a foul
just outside the box and was
awarded a free kick. The kick
was high and expertly rolled
unassisted over Howell's
hand into the back of the



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The advertising deadline
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goal. It appeared the teams
would go into the half tied,
but Wakulla's D.J. Victor had
other ideas. With just one
minute until the half, Victor
got off a shot that struck
the frame and then flew
in to make the score 2-1.
During the second half Con-
ner Smith soared a perfect
kick to Martin, who sent a
high header in with lighten-
ing speed. Wakulla made a
keeper change at the half and
Cody James gave up only one
goal. Wakulla went on to win
the nail-biter 3-2.
"It takes a team to win
and while the upperclassmen
did their part, the underclass-
men controlled most of this
game," said Head Coach Bob
Wallace. "I'm excited about
the rest of this season and
also what the next few years
hold in store for us."
Wallace would get the


chance to preview next year's
team on Friday, Jan. 8 when
his squad defeated Godby
so resoundingly that with
10 minutes left in the match,
he pulled every senior from
the field to see what the War
Eagles have to look forward
to in the fall of 2010.
Godby traveled with a
dream of tying the district
record with Wakulla, but the
dream was defeated early
and often.
Wakulla jumped out in
front on a cross by Liam
Daniels to Martin in the 9th
minute. Wakulla would go on
in the first 20 minutes to pro-
duce 12 shots and challenge
Godby's goalkeeper from all
over the field. In the 38th
minute Martin struck again
as he got past Godby's de-
fense and was able to dribble
the ball in for a second goal
that many fans who braved


C.C. academics


Continued from Page 6A
"We are really proud of
the girls and what they ac-
complished this year athleti-
cally and academically," said
Coach Paul Hoover. "We try
to stress to the kids that
what they do academically is
really more important than
what they accomplish on
the athletic field. It is not
easy to excel in both areas,
but our girls did just that.
They obviously carry the
dedication and work ethic
they bring to the sport over
into the classroom. They are
not only good runners, but
excellent students. I think


a 3.640 cumulative GPA is
pretty impressive!"
One other Big Bend
school's girls team was also
ranked by the FHSSA. Florida
High's team was ranked 11th
with a cumulative GPA of
3.562.
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the cold were happy to see.
Early in the second half,
Conner Smith scored a sting-
ing goal from 25 yards out
that squirted under the div-
ing goalie for the War Eagles
fourth score. Godby's best
opportunity for a consola-
tion goal came in the last
10 minutes when a corner
kick produced a scramble
in the Wakulla penalty area.
As the ball bounded toward
the goal, Wakulla's Dillon
Norman cleared the ball


off the line to preserve the
shutout.
With a record of 7-5-1 on
the season, 3-0 in district
play, the War Eagles are
in the driver's seat for the
coveted bye into the district
championship game.
"That's our goal, to win
the district," Wallace said. A
second win against Panama
City Rutherford would auto-
matically qualify Wakulla for
the regional playoffs later
this month.


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Sheriff's Report


Wakulla County Sheriff's
Office officials are investi-
gating a business burglary
reported by Wakulla Discount
Liquors on Jan. 7, according to
Sheriff David Harvey.
Paige F Killeen of Panacea
reported that someone broke
the glass at the drive through
window. Despite bars to keep
individuals from entering the
building, the suspects reached
inside the store and took
$500 worth of liquor bottles.
Damage to the building was
estimated at $250. Deputy Mi-
chael Lawhon and CSI Melissa
Harris investigated.

In other activity reported by
the Wakulla County Sheriff's
Office during the past week:
On Jan. 7, Lora McCoy
of Crawfordville reported a
residential burglary. A forced
entry was discovered and
$1,683 worth of jewelry was


stolen. Evidence was collected
at the scene. Deputy Ian Rich-
ards and Deputy Ben Steinle
investigated
On Jan. 5, Amanda L. Shi-
razi of Crawfordville reported a
grand theft of a four wheeler,
valued at $4,000. The vehicle
was taken from the victim's
property and has been entered
in the NCIC/FCIC computer.
Deputy Anthony Curles inves-
tigated.
On Jan. 5, Wendy D. Slay
of Crawfordville reported the
theft of a firearm and jewelry
that belonged to her husband.
The missing property is valued
at $450 and a suspect has been
identified. Lt. Jimmy Sessor
investigated.
On Jan. 5, Robert S. Hatt-
away of Crawfordville reported
a grand theft of utilities from
his trailer park in Crawford-
ville. A suspect, who has been
identified, allegedly tapped


into the victim's water line.
The water bill totaled $1,700.
Lt. Jimmy Sessor investigated.
On Jan. 5, Joseph L. Red-
ding of Crawfordville and
Wal-Mart reported the theft
of beer and diapers, valued at
$22. Tracy L. Halliman, 43, of
Crawfordville allegedly went
through the check out line and
failed to scan all of his items.
He was charged with petit
theft and the property was
returned to the store. He was
also issued a trespass warning
not to return to the store. Lt.
Jimmy Sessor and Deputy Dale
Evans investigated.
On Jan. 7, William E. Har-
ris of Crawfordville reported
the theft of $650 worth of
tools, vehicle ramps and a
deer stand. The items were
taken out of the victim's shed.
Deputy Nathan Taylor inves-
tigated.
On Jan. 6, Noreen E. Britt


of Crawfordville and the rec-
reation department reported
a criminal mischief at the old
Crawfordville gym on Arran
Road. An interior door was
broken and the floor was lit-
tered with trash. Deputy Scott
Powell investigated.
On Jan. 7, Shawn Turk of
Panacea reported a fraud as
the dental office performed
dental work on a suspect
who failed to pay for it. A
suspect has been identified.
Deputy Michael Lawhon in-
vestigated.
On Jan. 6, Bruce R Martin
of Crawfordville reported the
theft of $150 worth of car parts.
Tires were stolen from the
victim's shed. Deputy Lorne
Whaley investigated.
On Jan. 9, Mary L. Craw-
ford of Crawfordville reported
receiving a counterfeit $50
bill. The victim took money
out of the bank and the bill


was included. She attempted
to pay for a meal at the lo-
cal restaurant which rejected
the bill. Captain Steve Ganey
investigated.
On Jan. 9, Huey E. Austin
of Crawfordville reported the
theft of a cell phone from
Riversprings Middle School.
The son of the victim lost
the phone during a wrestling
match. Deputy Ryan Muse
investigated.
On Jan. 9, Evelyn R Ped-
die of Crawfordville reported a
vehicle theft. The vehicle was
taken from her home and a
suspect has been identified.
A 17-year-old juvenile was
charged with vehicle theft
after she returned the vehicle.
Deputy Ruel Raker investi-
gated.
On Jan. 8, Timothy D.
Godwin of Crawfordville re-
ported a residential burglary. A
criminal mischief was discov-


ered at the home and damage
was reported at $35. Jewelry,
valued at $1,300, was taken
and a suspect has been iden-
tified. Captain Steve Ganey
investigated.
On Jan. 10, Judy S. Ste-
vens of Panacea reported a
retail theft. Someone placed
an order for chicken but failed
to pick it up. A suspect has
been identified. The meal was
valued at $17.44. Deputy Jerry
Morgan investigated.
On Jan. 8, Christian T.
Hildenbrand of Crawfordville
reported a residential burglary.
The victim reported the loss of
two televisions, a stove, refrig-
erator, washing machine, dryer
and DVD player. Deputy Jerry
Morgan and Captain Steve
Ganey investigated.
The Wakulla County
Sheriff's Office received 660
calls for service during the
past week.


Court Shorts


By WILLIAM SNOWDEN
wsnowden@thewakullanews.net
Wakulla Circuit Judge N.
Sanders Sauls granted a new
trial to a man found guilty last
year of possession of child
pornography, expressing con-
cern about law enforcement
officers having two interviews
with the suspect the first,
not taped, and the second,
taped.
Judge Sauls signed the
order on Dec. 18. Assistant
State Attorney Sean Desmond,
chief prosecutor for Wakulla,
appealed the order to the
First District Court of Appeal
on Dec. 31.
If a new trial is held, it
will be the third time Richard
Armstrong was gone before
a jury on the charges. A trial
in February 2009 was a mis-
trial after a jury was unable
to reach a unanimous verdict.
He was found guilty in a jury
trial on April 2009 of a dozen
counts of possession of child
porn but was not sentenced
- Assistant Public Defender
Matt Ream filed a motion
requesting a new trial.
In a two-page ruling, Judge
Sauls expressed concern that
the interrogation of Arm-
strong had "two different
periods, the extended and
extensive pretaping conversa-
tion and interrogation period
and the post-Miranda recorda-
tion period rather than initial
recordation of all conversation
and actions of the various
participants."
In September 2005, FBI
agents conducted a search
warrant in Illinois on a home
for distributing child porn over
AOL. The agents followed one
web name, "WickedRedNeck,"
to a Crawfordville address and,
in December 2006, the FBI,
FDLE and Wakulla sheriff's
deputies went to Armstrong's
home. He reportedly agreed
to a search of his computer
and later allegedly admitted to
distributing child porn.
The agents then read Arm-
strong his rights and con-
ducted a taped interview.
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tained before he was given
his Miranda warning should
be suppressed because he was
effectively in police custody
when the agents showed up
at his home.
The prosecution has ar-
gued that Armstrong made
the statements voluntarily
and that he was not in police
custody at the time.
A man sent to prison
for 10 years for having a fake
driver license had motions for
post-conviction relief denied
by retired Circuit Judge Wil-
liam Gary.
James Harvey Lewis, 66,
was sentenced to five years in
prison on unauthorized pos-
session of a driver license and
another five years for using a
false name in a driver license
application. He filed motions
contending his lawyers were
ineffective and requesting a
new sentence.
Lewis has an extensive
criminal history, induding sev-
eral years served in a Mexican
prison for drug smuggling.
In March 2006, Lewis had
been living in a mobile home
on his ex-wife's property in
Wakulla County and got into
an argument with her that be-
came violent. He was arrested


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on misdemeanor charges of
battery causing bodily harm
for which he was sentenced
by Wakulla County Judge Jill
Walker in May 2006 to 11
months, 29 days in Wakulla
County Jail.
At the time of the battery,
deputies found a fake ID
inside the home for Lewis
with the alias Gray Grayson,
which prompted the felony
charges. In November 2006,
he entered an open plea to
the charges and received the
sentence of 10 years in prison,
suspended, if he completed 10
years probation.
He was released from jail
but was found to have violated
his probation shortly after
when witnesses saw him
drive past his ex-wife's house.
It was a condition of his proba-


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Talquin Electric Cooperative will sponsor four students from our
four-county service area on an all-expense paid trip (including
air fare) to Washilgtou. D.C. this summer. Currently, students
from area high schools are being selected to represent Talquin
Electric for Florida Electric Cooperative's Youth Day, February
10-11, 2010 where they will visit the House of Representatives'
Chambers and attend a mock session in the Supreme Court.
During this conference, four Talquin students will be chosen to
represent Talquin in VWshingto:n. D.C. for the National Rural
Electric Youth Tour, June 12-17, 2010. The Wshington. D.C.
trip will include visits to the Lincoln Memorial, Arlington
National Cenetern. Mt. Vernon, and many more historic sights
with hundreds of other students from around the nation. More
highlights include watching the United States Marine Drum and
Bugle Corps and the Silent Drill Platoon perform at the Sunset
Parade at the Iwo Jima Memorial, and a tour of the Smithsonian
Museum and the Holocaust Museum.

n order to qualify:

* Students must currently be enrolled as a junior in a local
high school or home school.
* Student's parents or grandparents must be a Talquin
Member through business or residence.
* Students must currently live in Talquin's four-county
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Interested students should complete the Talquin Youth Tour
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or email kinii'talquuielectric.com for more information. The
deadline to turn in applications is January 30, 2010.


tion that he stay away from
the area.
In a 15-page order denying
Lewis' motion, Judge Gary
writes, "Defendant in what
appears to be a never ending
attempt to blame everyone
but himself for his present
predicament claims that in
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performance and errors the
outcome would have been
different."
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dence to support Lewis'


claims, and adds at one point
that Lewis continues "to en-
gage in assumptions and
wishful thinking to support
his unhappiness with coun-
sel (but) readily admits in his
pleadings that he has no spe-
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of his counsel's investigation
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improve your garden


By NANCY GEORGE ing plant that blooms pro-
Ornamental Horticulturist fusely. Dyckias, aloe, eupor-
Looking for plants with a bias, and opuntia are great in
contemporary element, un- the landscape and all of the
usual forms, vibrant colors, mentioned plants are frost
striking foliage and extraor- tolerant.
dinary flair while remaining Echeveria and sedums are
low maintenance? ground hugging and make
Then look to succulents a hardy groundcover. Agave
and cactus. Whether planted varieties come in blue gray
in large numbers or used as a or variegated green and
single specimen these plants cream. Hoya, kalanchoe, dev-
are both beautiful and endur- ils backbone, living stones
ing. The colors, shapes and and Christmas cactus need
textures are endless, protection from freezing tem-
There are so many variet- peratures. Look for Gasterias
ies that can be either planted and Haworthias both native
in the landscape or used in to South Africa, the latter
containers and a lot of these is grown for their unique
beauties are totally hardy markings.
to frost.
Prune/ Propagate
What to Buy / Plant Succulents are propagated
Many succulents have by leaf cuttings, when a piece
delightful flowers and many of the fleshy leaf breaks off
look like a giant roses such simply let it lie and in time
as jovirbarba which has spec- roots will develop. Also,
tacular orange pendulous many plants produce mul-
blooms, tiple crowns that can be
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Good drainage however is
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Some will get mealy bug.
Euphorbias produce milky
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State park to host Wakulla Wildlife Festival


The Florida Department
of Environmental Protection's
Wakulla Springs State Park will
host the Wakulla Wildlife Fes-
tival to continue to bring the
Wakulla Springs Watershed
colorful heritage and excep-
tional ecosystems to people
of varied interests on March
19 and March 20.
The festival will feature
opportunities to explore di-
verse habitats, to rejoice in
its expressive music and to
grow through the discovery
of new skills and information
illuminating the depth of the
festival. Friday and Saturday
premium tours will showcase
the magnificent flora and
fauna of Wakulla Springs
State Park on a journey to


the hidden "liquid gems" (the
sinkholes) of Wakulla Springs
or transport them to a Wakulla
River dotted with the ruby-red
eyes of alligators glistening
through the flash-light lit
nightscape.
Fine art, dining and the
contemporary Native Ameri-
can flute of Jonny Lipford can
be enjoyed during the Wildlife
Art Opening at the park on Fri-
day evening. On Saturday, the
toe tappin' bluegrass music of
Scrub Oak, Pickin' and Grinnin'
and Coon Bottom Creek will
lift spirits. Step back in time
as living history demonstra-
tors bring to light skills once
necessary for survival. There
will be free children's activities,
free shows and more than 30


knowledgeable exhibitors on
Saturday as well.
Out of town guests can dis-
cover true Southern hospitality
during a stay at the Wakulla
Springs Lodge, the Inn at
Wildwood or the Best West-
ern Wakulla Inn and Suites.
Enjoy the taste of locally fresh
caught seafood at many area
restaurants.
For more information about
this event, visit www.Wakul-
laWildlifeFestival.org. For more
information about Florida
State Parks, visit www.Flori-
daStateParks.org.
The event will take place:
Friday, March 19 and Saturday,
March 20 at Wakulla Springs
State Park, 550 Wakulla Park
Drive, Wakulla Springs.


ENTRY FORM

THE WAKULLA NEWS 2010 WAKULLA WILDLIFE PHOTO CONTEST

EACH entry must have this form firmly attached to the back of the mounted photo.
All entries must be RECEIVED by FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12,2010. Adult entries
must be accompanied by a $10 entry fee for up to three (3) photos entered per
person.

NAME:

MAILING ADDRESS:


CITY:


STATE:


TELEPHONE: (DAY)


ZIP CODE:


EVENING:


E-MAIL ADDRESS:

PHOTO TITLE:

WHERE AND WHEN WAS PHOTO TAKEN:


IAM:


AMATEUR


PROFESSIONAL (You derive 5% or more of your


annual income from taking photographs)

MEMBER OF THE FRIENDS OF WAKULLA SPRINGS
(Does not affect your entry)

I WISH TO DONATE MY PHOTO TO THE WAKULLA NEWS

I HAVE READ AND I AGREE TO THE CONTEST RULES.


SIGNATURE


DATE


IF YOU ARE UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE, A PARENT OR GUARDIAN MUST
FILL OUT THE FOLLOWING:

I am the parent/legal guardian of (name of entrant)

I have read and agree to the contest rules, and his/her entry is with my permission.
Name of parent/legal guardian (Please Print)


Telephone: (Day):


(Evening)


Signature


(Date)


2010 Wakulla Wildlife Photo Contest

All entries must be RECEIVED by the The Wakulla News by: Friday, February 12, 2010.
Judges will pick winners in the Best Wildlife Photo category.

Each photo submitted must have been taken in Wakulla County in the past year by the person who
submits it for entry in the contest. There will be a $10 entry fee for up to 3 photos (There will be
no entry fee for Young Nature Photographers 12 and under). Make checks payable to The Wakulla
News. Judges will decide whether each entry is suited to the Wakulla Wildlife category. Judges'
decisions are final. Winners will be notified by mail or e-mail.

FORMAT: Prints only. No frames please. All photos must be 8" x 10" or 81/2" x 11". Prints
may be mounted on 11" x 14" black or white foam board, or just matted, with the completed entry
form attached to the back. Photos are also requested to be submitted and/or available in a digital
format for slideshow display on thewakullanews.com. Digital photo entries may be emailed to
advertising @thewakullanews.net.

Young Nature Photographers The same categories will be set up for young photographers 12
years old and younger. Entrants will be divided into two groups, 3-7 years of age, and 8-12 years
of age.

YOUTH FORMAT: Prints only. No frames please. All entries must be 4" x 6" or 5" x 7". Prints
may be mounted on 81/2" x 11" black or white poster board or card stock in lieu of the foam board
with the completed entry form attached to the back.

To submit an entry into the contest, photographers must be 18 years of age or submit a release from
a parent or guardian, and be a resident of Wakulla County.

Participants will be notified when to pick up their prints or you may wish to donate them to The
Wakulla News. Donated prints may be published in The Wakulla News at the Editor's discretion.

Mail entries to: The Wakulla News, Photo Contest, P. O. Box 307, Crawfordville, Florida 32326,
or deliver photos to The Wakulla News office at 3119 Crawfordville Highway, Crawfordville,
Florida. Do not send pictures by e-mail.

Entrant's signature (or Guardian's signature) constitutes a release to The Wakulla News for the
right to use, reproduce, publish, and/or display the photographs without further compensation.
The original slide or negative may be requested. Scans of entries will be published in The Wakulla
News. All entries will be displayed at the 2009 Wakulla Wildlife Festival at Wakulla Springs April
2-4, 2009. (Entries may also be available upon request in digital/electronic format for publication
in The Wakulla News -Wakulla Wildlife Festival special section in March.)

PRIZES will be awarded as follows: Best of Show $100 in Cash; 2nd Place $25 in Cash; 3rd
Place -A Gift Subscription to The Wakulla News. Prizes for youth entries will be awarded as
follows: Best of Show $25 in cash.

The Small Print: Void where prohibited. Contest is open to anyone who has taken photographs
in Wakulla County, Florida. All federal, state, and local laws apply. Each entrant warrants the
originality of each entry submitted by him/her and warrants that he/she owns all rights in each such
entry. Submission of an entry form of photograph is evidence of entrant's agreement with and
acceptance of these rules and regulations. The Wakulla News is not responsible for lost or damaged


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Flotilla 13's first meeting
of the new year was most
productive and fun, too. It was
apparent that our new Flotilla
Commander, Bob Morgan, had
devoted both time and serious
thought before he prepared the
agenda.
It was a tad longer than
usual, but when you consider
all that was accomplished, it
was truly amazing. Bob had
promised there would be plan-
ning for the entire year and so
there was.
Despite the bitter cold all of
the staff officers were present
except Ron Piasecki, who was
ill. The Vice Commander, John
Sykes, was out of town.
Besides the Commander,
those attending were Judy
Bentley, Ed Burroughs, Franc
Buytendorp, John Edrington,
Glenn Edrington, Marc Lipsius,
Jim McGill, James and Edith
Taylor, Mae Waters and your
reporter. Our guests were Irene
Burroughs, Dorothy Edrington
and Louvenia Morgan.
When it came to 2010 fund-
raisers, where and when, we all
said (almost in unison), Fourth
ofJuly at the Station. Memories
of last Fourth flooded back.
James Taylor was out on the
deck, slaving over the hot grill
frying sausages and pancakes.
His wife Edith and Bob Morgan
were in the kitchen pre-cooking
the sausages, John Edrington
was in charge of mixing the
pancake batter and his wife,
Dorothy, while not a member,
helped out everywhere and
ended up being the "Hostess
with the Mostest."
Another non-member, Joe
Warren, worked as hard, if not
harder than anyone else. What-
ever needed to be done he did
with gusto, but then that is typi-
cal of Joe. He is always there for
anyone who needs help.
Last year we really hadn't
expected, but were delighted
to see all those people waiting
in line.


Jim McGill was rushing
around helping organize the
"First Annual Fourth of July Golf
Cart Patriotic Parade." He also
made CDs of the parade which
were available at the awards cer-
emony that afternoon. The $5
donation benefited the Flotilla.
The patriotic part had been Mae
Waters's idea.
Mae, Dorothy Edrington and
I were the judges. Let me tell
you, that was a trying experi-
ence. They were all so clever.
Ron and Angret Piasecki
and Franc and Linda Buyten-
dorp showed their expertise
as dippers (not strippers) at
the ice cream social later that
afternoon.
Mae Waters, the Flotilla
Commander at the time and
whose idea was the Patriotic
Golf Cart parade, was in charge
of the ice cream social. Yes, it
was a profitable and fun day for
Flotilla 13. We are already look-
ing forward to this Fourth.
And now Carolyn Treadon
has Flotilla 12 (St. Marks) news:
This was a week of out with
the old and in with the new
for Flotilla 12. At our monthly
meeting, the former staff offi-
cers passed the ropes to some
new FSO, while others retained
their positions. David Guttman
led the meeting with our mem-
bership and led our new Flotilla
Vice Commander Bob Asztalos
and FSOs in their oath. It is a
rewarding time for both sides,
those who can now sit back and
those who are eager to make a





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difference and fill positions. We
are fortunate enough that we
have a large enough member-
ship that some of our longer
time staff officers are now able
to relax and enjoy the ride.
Steve Hults, our Vessel Ex-
aminer staff officer is working
hard to make sure all of our
facilities are ready to hit the
water when duty calls. Many
of us take the off season to
make repairs and freshen up
supplies.
The annual inspections are
intense and help to make sure
we are ready to respond to situ-
ations. We will have our first
Boating Safety Class on Jan. 30
in Tallahassee. More details on
that will come next week.
We try to end the meetings
on a high note. Our annual
Gilbert/Champion award is
usually given at our holiday
party, but this year the recipi-
ent was not able to be present.
Tim Ashley received the award
from David Guttman at the
meeting. Tim was nominated
by the membership for his
many years of service as Flotilla
Commander, Vice Commander,
multiple staff officer positions
and on the water time. He is a
great example of what being
in the auxiliary is all about He
does all this with a smile and is


always giving 110 percent.
Other awards presented
were to Tiffany Bourassa for
completion of the Good Mate
program and IMSEP Marine
Safety and environmental pro-
tection; Bill Wannall for Su-
perior Performance of Duty;
Carolyn Treadon for Superior
Performance of Duty; Phillip
and Norma Hill First Responder
Certificates; Bob Asztalos Ma-
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and the entire flotilla for the top
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Lady War Eagles top

Leon, West Gadsden


The Wakulla Lady War
Eagle girls basketball team
won two of three games
last week to improve top
9-6 overall and 2-0 in dis-
trict games.
Wakulla beat Leon 49-
44 before falling to Port St.
Joe 53-35. The team ended
the week with a 58-43 vic-
tory over West Gadsden.
Artigua Kilpatrick
scored 17 points and Tay-
lor Eglton added 14 in
the Leon game. The rest
of the offense came from
Nese Jackson with eight
points, Kelsey Lee with six
and Kayla Pennywell and
Mariah Vernon who com-
bined for four points.
Kilpatrick had six re-
bounds and Vernon
grabbed five. Eglton had
five assists while Jackson
had three and Kilpatrick
had two. Kilpatrick had
four steals and a blocked
shot. Pennywell and Lee
combined for five steals.
Wakulla jumped out to
a big lead after three quar-
ters before Leon closed
the gap with a furious
comeback in the fourth
quarter.
Port St. Joe outscored


Wakulla in every quarter
on the way to victory.
Kilpatrick and Eglton ac-
counted for 27 points with
Kilpatrick scoring 20. She
also had 10 rebounds.
Kelby Davis, Pennywell
and Lee combined for
eight points.
Wakulla had a much
more balanced offensive
against West Gadsden.
Kilpatrick scored 20 points
to go with 18 from Eglton
and 10 from Pennywell.
Beighly Bolton, Kiara Har-
vey, Nese Jackson and
Kelsey Lee combined for
10 points.
Kilpatrick had 14 re-
bounds while Eglton had
seven assists and 10 re-
bounds.
Wakulla will host Jef-
ferson County on Jan. 14
before hitting the road
for games at Springfield
Rutherford on Jan. 15 and
Niceville on Jan. 16. Chil-
es, Chipley and Godby
will host Wakulla Jan. 19,
Jan. 21 and Jan. 22 respec-
tively.
WHS plays North Flor-
ida Christian and Port St.
Joe at home Jan. 26 and
Jan. 28 respectively.


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Gulf Specimen takes in green turtles

'cold stunned' by frigid temperatures


By WILLIAM SNOWDEN
wsnowden@thewakullanews.net
Gulf Specimen Marine
Lab in Panacea took in 30
green turtles this week
found "cold stunned" in St.
Joe Bay as a result of freez-
ing temperatures.
Gulf Specimen direc-
tors Jack and Anne Rudloe
said that hundreds of the
turtles were floating in St.
Joe Bay. A shipment of 30
arrived on Monday, Jan. 11,
and were placed in a tank
where the water tempera-
ture was 60 degrees.
Anne Rudloe explained


the the problem arises
when seawater tempera-
ture drops below a certain
level. The turtles' bodies
no longer function, they
float almost comatose in
the water.
Usually green turtles
migrate south during
colder weather, Rudloe
said. But the St. Joe Bay
is closed to the south,
which sometimes confuses
the animals, and they are
stranded in the bay. She
said it sometimes happens
with Kemp's Ridley turtles
in the north, where they


become stranded in Cape
Cod.
With exceptionally cold
temperatures, stunning be-
comes a danger. In St. Joe
Bay, it last happened in the
early 1990s, Rudloe said.
As an endangered spe-
cies, Rudloe said it was
encouraging that hundreds
were in St. Joe Bay. "That's
a good thing," she said.
Jack Rudloe noted that
Gulf Specimen's tanks are
geo-thermally heated, with
underground fresh water
used to warm saltwater
from the bay via a heat
exchange.


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Pesticides
Florida agencies team up stored in containers
to collect thousands that are deternoat-
of pounds of pesticides ing, while others.
such as chloi-
Continuing their commitment dane and DDT.
to collecting and safely dispos- can no longer
ing of cancelled, suspended or be used legally.
unusable commercial pesticides, To date, more
Florida Department of Agriculture than 1.3 mil-
and Consumer Services (DACS) lion pounds
Commissioner Charles H. Bron- of pesticide
son and Florida Department of products
Environmental Protection (DEP) have been
Secretary Michael W. Sole are once collected
again joining forces for the 10th from nearly
annual Operation Cleansweep. 1,900 participat-
"We are pleased once again ing farms, dairies,
to join our colleagues at DEP in ranches, nurseries,
helping dispose of unused and golf courses and pro-
outdated pesticides from farms, fessional pest control
businesses and other commercial operations in 65 Florida coun-
sites," Commissioner Bronson ties.
said. "This program of eliminat- "Operation Cleansweep is a
ing chemicals that could pose proven approach to reducing the
a danger to the public and our amounts of unwanted or outdated
environment illustrates what gov- pesticides in our communities,
ernment can accomplish when it and I am pleased with the success
works together." the program continues to demon-
Operation Cleansweep collects state; collecting and ensuring the
and disposes of pesticides to proper disposal of nearly 80,000
protect agricultural workers, emer- pounds of pesticides each year,"
agency responders, the public and said DEP Secretary Sole. "DEP is
the environment from potential pleased to partner with DACS to
health and environmental risks provide a convenient, free way for
from stored pesticides. Some industries to clean house and pro-
products are old and may be tect Florida's natural resources."


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To participate in Operation
Cleansweep, commercial pesticide
applicators can call the Depart-
ment of Agriculture and Con-
sumer Services toll-free at (877)
851-5285 or download the sign
up form at http://www.flaes.org/
pdf/Flyer.pdf. For more informa-
tion, visit DEP's website at www.
dep.state.fl.us/waste/categories/
cleansweep-pesticides.
Homeowners wishing to dis-
pose of pesticides are encouraged
to contact their local Household
Hazardous Waste program or
visit www.earth911.org for more
information.


TDC to identify wonders


If you had to name the "Sev-
en Wonders of the World" could
you? If you try to cheat and look
it up on the Internet, you'll find
that there are many "wonders"
including ancient, natural, ar-
chitectural, man-made, China,
Egypt and the list goes on.
At a recent Public Roundtable
meeting held by the Wakulla
County Tourist Development
Council (TDC), a suggestion was
made to begin to identify and
actively promote the "Wonders
of Wakulla."
The TDC wants to know what
you consider to be "Wonders
of Wakulla?" A list of Wakulla
wonders could include a spe-
cial place of natural beauty, a
unique event that captures the
Wakulla way of life, a place that
reminds visitors of the dramatic
history of the area, a particular
local food, art, music, or even an
activity like birding, paddling,
hiking, or biking that is best
enjoyed here in Wakulla.
Over the next few weeks,
a survey will be posted on
Wakulla.com, TheWakullaNews.
com, and made available in
hard copy through The Wakulla
News and the TDC office to
collect public input on these


special places, events, activities
and experiences.
The TDC is hoping to hear
from locals and visitors. A mar-
keting strategy is being devel-
oped that will use the "Wonders
of Wakulla" to promote our area
as a nature and heritage-based
tourism destination.
These are places, events and
activities that will be promoted
to encourage visitation so they
should be accessible to the
public.
The survey results and other
initiatives such as the TDC's
new web site will be discussed
at the second Public Roundtable
Meeting which will be held on
Thursday, Jan. 28 at the Best
Western Inn on Highway 98 in
Medart.
The meeting will take place
from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and
will include a brief presenta-
tion followed by discussion
and input on the "Wonders of
Wakulla" marketing strategy.
"We gained great insight and
ideas from the last Roundtable
Discussion and are continually
interested in hearing from our
tourist-related businesses as
well as the general public on
how to effectively promote our


area," said TDC Council Chair-
man Jerry Evans.
The Roundtable meetings
are not the only place to pro-
vide your input and ideas. The
Wakulla County Commission
has recently provided new of-
fice space for TDC Director Pam
Portwood. The office is located
next to Tallahassee Community
College's Wakulla Center at 15
Crescent Way, Crawfordville.
"I'm so pleased to have this
beautiful new space to work
and meet with those interested
in TDC activities," said Port-
wood. Portwood works part-
time as TDC Director, so anyone
interested in meeting with
her or visiting her new office
should contact her at 544-6133
to arrange an appointment.
Green Living Energy Expo
moves to May 9
The Green Living and Energy
Expo and Education Fair will be
held Saturday, May 8 at a time
and date to be announced. The
event was held earlier in the
year in 2009 and is hosted an-
nually by Sustainable Big Bend.
Everyone is invited to attend.


S New product offers a fun,
eco-friendly alternative to brown
bagging.
Tired of the money you
spend on lunches out? Bored
wi th the smashed and mini-
nially appealing food you
fi nd in your brown bag when
you do pack a lunch? Sick of
all the hassles and incon-
S veniences that are seem-
ingly inevitable when the
lunch hour rolls around?
Lunchsense, a product
developed by a woman
from Eugene, Ore., who
was feeling those same pains,
offers anyone looking for a bet-
ter way to do lunch a smart, col-
orful and environmentally friendly
lunchbox system that's durable and
easy to use.
Created by Nancy Owen My-
ers, owner of Good Sense Design,
Lunchsense lunch boxes are wa-
terproof, easy to open and quick
to clean. Each lunch box features
a set of well-constructed plastic
containers that fit neatly together,
and the lunchbox itself doubles as
a fold out placemat. The containers
are dishwasher-safe and the lunch
box oceans up easily in the washing
machine.
Lunchsense lunch boxes do
away with the need for plastic
sandwich bags, and because the
containers seal tight, it's easy to
transport leftovers back home. Each
Lunchsense lunch box comes with
an ice pack and all three versions
are BPA-free, lead-free, phthalate-
free and vinyl-free.
Here are a few of the other
features you'll find in Lunchsense
lunch boxes:


Machine washable design
Three different sizes
Eight great colors
Each set includes an ice pack
and beverage bottle
No Velcro or zippers to worry
about
Owen Myer's idea for Lunch-
sense was born in 2006 when she
realized that packing her three
children's lunch boxes could be
simpler and more efficient. Like
many people, she was frustrated
by the collection of mismatched
plastic containers and lids that had
piled up in her kitchen.
"I just knew there had to be a
better way," she recalls.
She then began the quest for
"The Perfect Lunch Box," but sev-
eral weeks of searching yielded
no results. Realizing that no such
product existed, she invented her
own lunch box one that greatly
simplified the process of packing
a lunch.
"All people have to think about
is the food they eat," she explained,
"They no longer have to worry
about the containers, the box or the
waste they might generate."
About Lunchsense:
Based in Eugene, Ore., Lunch-
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machine-washable, non-vinyl lunch
boxes. Each lunch box contains a
drink bottle, an ice pack and BPA-
free leak-proof food containers.
Lunchsense lunch boxes are
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ensuring a perfect fit, and fold out
into a placemat. All lunch boxes are
dishwasher-safe and do not contain
lead or vinyl.
For more information, visit,
www.lunchsense.com.


The U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency is making $2 million available
in 2010 to reduce pollution at the local
level through the Community Action
for a Renewed Environment (CARE)
program. CARE is a community-based
program that works with county and
local governments, tribes, non-profit
organizations and universities to help
the public understand and reduce toxic
risks from numerous sources.
EPA will award CARE cooperative
agreements in two levels. Level I
awards range from $75,000 to $100,000
and will help establish community-
based partnerships to develop local en-
vironmental priorities. Level II awards,
ranging from $150,000 to $300,000 each,
will support communities that have
established broad-based partnerships,
have identified the priority toxic risks
in the community, and are prepared
to measure results, implement risk-
reduction activities and become self-


sustaining.
In 2009, EPA's CARE program distrib-
uted $2 million to nine communities.
Examples of projects that received
grants include addressing waste and
stormwater issues in Kennett, Mo.;
reducing air and water pollution in
Holyoke, Mass.; addressing water
pollution from coal slurry in Wheel-
ing, W.Va.; reducing radon and other
indoor air pollutants in Pueblo, Colo.;
and tackling the problem of hazardous
waste materials and open dumping in
Toksook Bay, Alaska. Since 2005, the
grants have reached 68 communities
in 34 states and territories.
Applications for the CARE grants
are due March 9. EPA will conduct
three webcasts to answer questions
from prospective applicants about the
application process on Feb. 2, Feb. 23,
and Feb. 26 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. More
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WAKULLA
SPRINGS NEWS
By Jeff Hugo

On a cold winter night
the cavernous fireplace in
the heart of the lodge at
Wakulla Springs State Park
is ablaze with a warmth
that hearkens back to the
days when an evening's en-
tertainment was punctuated
by a rousing discussion of
current events, a good game
of checkers or an artfully
told story.
It is hard to believe that
this time capsule which


Serita Ison Gay and Billy
Gay of Apalachicola, formerly
of Crawfordville, celebrated
their 25th wedding anniver-
sary on Dec. 15. The couple
was married Dec. 15, 1984 in
Apalachicola.
They are employed at
Coastal Community Bank and
Marks Insurance Agency and
have two children, Devin Gay


transports its voyagers be-
yond the reach of most
modern electronic commu-
nication devices still exists.
But the sturdy fort-like walls
of the lodge deter the micro-
wave signals of most carriers
very effectively. Once inside,
most visitors are taken back
to a day when personal
relationships were forged
face-to-face in the real world
rather than via the Ethernet
in the virtual world.
Park Ranger Don Gavin is
still very firmly grounded in
the art of building relation-
ships in the real world. On
Saturday, Jan. 16 at 8 p.m.
his Fireside Chat showcases


and wife Jessica of Apalachic-
ola and Danielle Gay Martina
and husband Glenn of Apala-
chicola, and a grandchild,
Shaylee Danielle Martina.
After a trip out of state, a
surprise reception was given
by their children at Living Wa-
ters Church Fellowship Hall
which included a wedding
cake and dinner.


the wit and humor of a story
teller extraordinaire. Don's
professional experience at
the Springs reaches back
over 27 years, but his per-
sonal association extends far
beyond that.
Don grew up at Wakulla
Springs. His uncle, Tom
Gavin, was a well-known
glass bottom tour boat driver
as well as his mentor. Don
has first-hand accounts of
experiences with Edward
Ball, he has memories of Old
Joe, and recalls with great
delight the grandeur of the
great spring and the people
associated with it.
Don does not lecture. He


interacts. His smile, wit and
laughter fill a room with a
delightful contagion. For
those who love local history
and enjoy great entertain-
ment a chat with Don Gavin
is not to be missed. Please
join us for this free family-
oriented event.
If you would like to enjoy
dinner prior to the Fireside
Chat please help us to make
you feel more at home by
calling 926-0700 to make
reservations,
Take advantage of the op-
portunity to escape the cyber
world and engage in the life,
light and warmth of Wakulla
Springs.


Serita I, and Billy Gay


Slower paced computer classes offered


Stumped by computers?
Do you feel like you missed
a generation of training
when it comes to comput-
ers? Do your children or
grandchildren fascinate
you with their "natural"
computer skills? When you
consider a computer class
does the speed that the
information will be shared
scare you?
If you can answer yes
to any of these questions,


you might consider this
opportunity for a slower
paced, instructor-guided
learning environment. The
class will be small in num-
ber to insure the attention
you deserve. The course
emphasis will be to un-
derstand Microsoft Office
2007 to include Word, Excel,
PowerPoint as well as basic
computer operation.
The practical application
will be to utilize real-life


training in the areas of
health and nutrition. It
serves as reinforcement for
some of the other classes
offered through others.
The training is offering
by Ken Gambill, M.Ed. In-
structional Technology, and
Shelley Swenson, UF/IFAS
Wakulla County Extension
in cooperation with the
Wakulla County Library
where the course will be
offered. It will begin Jan.


Happy first birthday


Happy first birthday to
Reice Douglass Carraway
on Dec. 19. He is the son of
Lylith and Elton Carraway of
Crawfordville.
Maternal grandparents
are Terese Douglass and Dr.
Grady Barnes of Grayslake,
Ill. Paternal grandparents are
Grace Kimball of Lloyd, Paul
Cornish of Tallahassee and
Ricky and Amy Carraway of
Panacea.
Maternal great-grandpar-
ents are Terese and Dexter
Douglass ofTallahassee, Grady


Barnes of Cape Coral and the
late Therese Barnes. Paternal
great-grandparents are Betty
and Preston Grantham of


Crawfordville, Vester Adams
of Woodville, Helen Schmidt
of Pelham, Ga. and the late
Harvey and Joy Carraway.


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22 from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
The Monday/Friday classes
will continue for two days a
week for five weeks.
There will be a $10 fee
to offset some of the du-
plication expenses. Those
who are unable to pay the
tuition can notify Swenson
at 926-3931 and fees will
be secured from an outside
source.
Class enrollment is lim-
ited so call the Wakulla
County Extension Office at
926-3931 today.


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Park Ranger Don Gavin will speak at Fireside Chat,

A happy ending

for Arrow the cat


CHAT
of
Wakulla

Tair
agers

Petra Shuff
Last fall at the beginning of
bow season, Animal Control
received an emergency call
about an injured cat. Animal
Control Officer Bob Crain went
out on the call to find a cat that
had apparently been used as
target practice. He found the cat
impaled with an arrow through
his little body. The three foot
long arrow had to be clipped in
order to transport him.
The cat was taken to Dr.
Norm Griggs at Shepherd
Spring Animal Hospital. After
stabilizing the kitty and start-
ing supportive care the cat was
taken to surgery. The arrow,
which penetrated completely
through his abdomen and part
of his thorax, was successfully
removed during the surgery
and the cat has enjoyed a won-
derful recovery.
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Wakulla

County


After a brief recuperation
time this sweet, mellow cat
came to stay with CHAT. We
named him Arrow, partly be-
cause of his injury, and partly
so we could tell his story when
people ask how he got his
name. He has been with us for
several months now and just
last week Dr. Griggs inquired
about Arrow, and was sad to
hear that he had not been
adopted. This prompted him
to write an entry on his clinic
blog site, ShepherdSpringAni-
malHospital.com, to try to help
Arrow find a loving home.
The story found its way
to a sweet young lady who
runs a small foster/rescue for
Abyssinians in Atlanta. She
knew instantly this cat was
the one she had been looking
for in order to spread the word
about mistreatment of animals
and why it should be a serious
crime. Arrow will be taken to
cat shows all over the country
and his story will be told to
heighten awareness of people
to the continuing cruelty to
animals by humankind.
CHAT thanks Dr. Griggs.
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Wakulla County. Each entry submitted constitutes a
release to Wakulla County for the right to use, reproduce,
publish, and/or display the slogan, and photos of winners
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CLASS I IED A D starting at just $8.00 a week!


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nities

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earn $800 in a day? 25 Local
Machines and Candy $9,995.
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CALL US: We will not be under-
sold!


BRIIG YOUR
OLD PHOTOS
TO IFEH
I can fix those
wonderful old pictures
so you can enjoy them
again, and make
copies to share.
Keep the family heritage
alive with restored
photographs

Just $15 per photo.
850-766-7655
dougapple@gmail.com

PROVEN ONLINE BUSINESS
Looking for Motivated People To
Fill Openings Complete Training
Provided Great Income, Flexible
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110 Help Wanted
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AVON Full-time pay for
part-time work. Call Shirl,
850-948-4162.


Inside Sales
CJIS GROUP Inc.,
a Criminal Justice and Public
Safety Research Firm.
Skills: Excellent Communication
Skills. Motivated Individual.
Outgoing, positive attitude.
Competitive Mindset. Goal Oriented.
Results Driven. Able to work in a
team environment. Knowledge of the
Internet.
Responsibilities: Make outbound
prospecting calls to potential clients.
Conduct in-depth needs asses-
sments of potential clients. Qualify
leads and set appointments for
demonstrations. Provide product
demonstrations to qualified pros-
pects. Overcome business objections
of potential clients. Emphasize
features, quote proposals, and
prepare contracts.
Benefits: Comprehensive Ongoing
Training & 1-on-1 Coaching. Great
team atmosphere. Casual office
setting. Base Salary plus Com-
mission with high earning potential.
Health and Dental insurance. 401K.
E-Mail resume to:
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Drivers IMMEDIATE NEED! Re-
gional & OTR positions available
NOW! CDL-A w/Tanker REQ'D.
Outstanding pay & Benefits! Call
a recruiter TODAY!
(877)484-3042 www.oakley-
transport.com.

Foster Parents Needed. Florida
MENTOR seeks families or indi-
viduals willing to foster an ado-
lescent in need of a home. Gen-
erous monthly stipend. Contact
Florida MENTOR at
(800)910-7754 or www.themen-
tornetwork.com.

Hair Stylist and massage thera-
pist needed!!! Commission or
booth rental option. Will accom-
modate. Call Shayla at Evolution
Day Spa for more details.
850-926-1650.


HAVE STRONG COMMUNITY
TIES? EF Foundation seeks co-
ordinators to find families for in-
ternational exchange students.
20 hrs/mo. Cash & travel re-
wards. Must be 25+.
(877)216-1293.
120 Services and Busi-
nesses

A-1 PRESSURE CLEANING
Free Estimates
Licensed John Farrell
926-5179
566-7550
AIR CON OF WAKULLA
Heating and Cooling
Gary Limbaugh 926-5592
3232 Crawfordville Highway
Service, Repair, Installation
FL Lic. #CAC1814304

ALL ABOUT...
CONCRETE LANDSCAPE
blocks plants
bricks sod
pavers tractor work
call JOSEPH FRANCIS
850-556-1178 /
850-926-9064

ANYTIME ELECTRIC
Specializing in repair and serv-
ice, residential and commercial,
homes and mobile homes.
24-hour service. Mark Oliver,
ER0015233. 421-3012.
Are you pregnant? Considering
adoption. A childless, young,
loving, single woman seeks to
adopt & needs your help! Finan-
cial security. Expenses paid.
Call Yael (ask for adam).
(800)790-5260. FL Bar #0150789
BACK FORTY TRACTOR
SERVICE Bushhogging, Box-
blading Driveway. Larry Carter
Owner/Operator. 850-925-7931,
850-694-7041. Licensed/In-
sured.
Behind On Your Mortgage?
Fight Foreclosure! Hire Skilled
Foreclosure Attorneys. Call
NOW For A FREE Consultation
On Saving Your Home. Call KEL
(877)264-6231.
C & R Tractor/Backhoe Services,
large tract and residential site
clearing rock, dirt, and road
base hauling, call Crandall
(850)933-3346.

Happy, fun, extremely stable
married couple hoping to adopt.
Can offer your child an excellent
education, travel and large ex-
tended family. Call
(800)590-1108 ref # 3757.
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Commercial, residential and mo-
bile homes. Repair, sales, serv-
ice, installation. All makes and
models. Lic. #RA0062516.
926-3546.
Mr. Stump
Stump Grinding
Quick Service
Cellular: 509-8530


f- 783 Rehwinkel Road
'i $174,900
S. 3/2 home on over 5 acres.
-," Completely redone in 2008,
granite and stainless in
the kitchen, bamboo and
travertine flooring, and so
.- much more.
Call Dawn to see.


932 Oak Park Rd

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509-5409


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Professional Work done at
Affordable Rates
24-Hr Emergency Service
Mike Mongeon
ASI certified arborist FL-6125A
850-421-8104
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the University.
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87 Duncan Drive
Audubon Forest
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POLLY NICHOLS
Special Touch Cleaning
Construction Cleanup,
Commercial, Residential.
"pray like it's up
to God, Work like
it's up to you"

5 519-7238
926-3065
Licensed & Insured



Tasty Takeout!!
Always something tasty on our
menu. Eat in or take out!
2698-B Crawfordville Hwy.
(across from Ace Hardware)
745-8442.


230 Motor Homes and
Campers I 3


2001 Super-clean 36ft. Franklin
Travel-Park Trailer. Two
super-slides, loaded, W/D,
shower/tub combo. Pictures
available. Trade for larger boat.
$11,500. bateyzrl @gmail.com
850-509-6281.

275 Home Furnishings


$169 QUEEN PILLOWTOP mat-
tress & box. Manufacturer
wrapped, with warranty.
222-7783 Del. available.

2-piece LIVING RM Set -- 100%
all LEATHER, matching set,
must sell, $699, never used, in
crates. 425-8374. Delivery avail.

4 piece Bdrm Set: Brand new in
boxes wih mattress set still in
sealed plastic. $525, delivery
avail. 425-8374.

Beautiful Sofa/Loveseat Microfi-
ber set. $499. Still in crate, never
used. Factory warranty, solid
oak foundation. Can deliver
545-7112.

Cherry sleigh bed -- Solid Wood,
Never used, still in box, $249.
425-8374.

FULL $139/TWIN $119 mattress
w/matching boxspring. BRAND
NEW in wrapper with warranty.
Del. available 545-7112.

285 Jewelry


1KT cluster diamond ring.
Mounted on a wide 14K gold
band. $500. Call Lisa at
556-1839.

WANTED GOLD & SILVER Top
prices paid for your jewelry and
coins. Local Investor Call
(904)405-0729 or visit our web-
site for nearest location
www.buygoldjacksonville.com.
290 Musical Instru-
ments

CB-Brand Black Drum Set in-
cludes Snare base drum, High
Hat stand, Base Pedal, Two
Toms, Floor Tom and Seat.


$ 200. Call 544-6791.
210 Auctions 320 Farm Products &

Produce I


FORECLOSED HOME AUCTION
200+ FLORIDA Homes Auction:
Jan 23 REDC I View Full Listings
www.Auction.com RE No.
CQ1031187.


DOGS, PUPPIES, NICE CATS
AND KITTENS... Come, take
a look and bring a new
friend home TODAY!

CHAT
Adoption Center:
Monday closed.
Tuesday through Wednesday&
Friday: 11:00AM to 4:30PM
Thursday: 11:00AM to 7:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00AM to 4:30 PM
Sunday: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
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415 Announcements


Advertise in Over 100 Papers!
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ROOT 319 has moved! Come
see us at 2809 Crawfordville
Hwy. We are a full service hair
and nail salon. 926-8319.


500 Real Estate

***FREE Foreclosure Listings***
Over 400,000 properties nation-
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NOW! (800)860-4064.
ABANDONED UP-
STATE NY FARM Abso-
lute sale Jan. 23rd!! 10
acres stream $39,900!
Lake region, woods,
fields. Solid investment!
Terms! NO CLOSING
COSTS! Virtual tour:
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lakes.com.
C&M Painting Services, LLC. All
your painting needs. Pressure
washing, new and repaints, resi-
dential/commercial, free esti-
mates, Licensed/insured. Henry
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LAND OR DEVELOPMENTS
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terfront Communities in NC, SC,
AL, GA and FL. Call
(800)455-1981, Ext.1034.


Grain fed beef for your freezer.
Half or whole, $2.89/lb. Also
okra and green boiling peanuts
for sale. Raker Farms,
850-926-7561.


Windsong Circle
This unique property offers
2 homes on 5 acres. The first
home is a mobile home and
offers 2400 sq ft, 4BD/2.5BA, 2
living areas, office, and more.
The second home is a site built
home that offers 700mol sq ft, 1BD/1BA, 2 living areas, porch,
storm cellar and more. Property offers 3 sheds, above ground
pool, and more. This is a must see. Call Cristy for details.


The "Buckeye" $163,900. / ,
,. Il,:,,:,r plan in Mallard Pond on
co:,,rnr r lo:1 41 of an acre. Features
cu lr:'n cabinets, ceramic tile,
13ju::i- lub and separate shower, I H
lar .e mjier suite and inside utilities. .
l Ji,,ht.:-rrhood has sewer system,
c::nmmunity ponds, underground utilities and street lights.
Opern _undays 2-4. Call Elaine or Dawn for more information.


BlueWater "
Realty Group
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Cristy
Rivers
519-9039


Dawn
Reed
294-3468


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GREAT LOCATION! This roomy 3BR/2BA DWMH on
1.45 acre has a private setting, features an open floor-
plan with separate living and family room areas, large
master suite, kitchen with breakfast bay, fire place, two
storage buildings and mature trees. Close commute to Tal-
lahassee and near schools. Priced at $112,000. Property #
111-W, MLS# 196496.

Rustic 2BR/1BA home with great room; kitchen has laun-
dry area, pantry and storage. Easement to 1.21-acre prop-
erty. Priced at $119,900. MLS# 200530, Property # 113-W

REDUCED! Beautiful 4BR home with screened porch,
workshop, kitchen equipped-in Mill Hollow. Lush landscap-
ing in upscale subdivision. Don't let this home get away!
Priced at $189,900. MLS# 194849, property #2316-W.

ON THE SOPCHOPPY RIVER! 2BR/1BA Singlewide on
1/2 acre (MOL) clean and well maintained, screened porch,
2 docks, fish cleaning area and storage building makes this
your home away from home! Great value at $90,000. #3910W,
MLS# 170836.
**RENTALS**
FURNISHED 2BR/2.5 Condo $850/month, security deposit
required. NO PETS #6341W

SHELL POINT BEACH FURNISHED 3BR/2BA Canal front
home (sleeps 8-10), covered mezzanine. Small pets with de-
poiil .I 500/month, security deposit required. #6362W

SEASONAL Snug Harbor Townhome available for rent at
$1 500 :e'ek, 2-week maximum schedule in any given month.
Commnuniry pool, docks on deep-water canal located in a gated
:omnunirv. NO PETS

**Licensed Real Estate Agents Needed***
Contact Ted or Thelma
850-926-7811
2010 IS THE DATE TO LOOK, LINGER & RELOCATE,
SOGOFORTHEGOLD!
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PUBLISHER'S NOTICE

All real estate advertising in this
newspaper is subject to the Fair
Housing Act which makes it ille-
gal to advertise "any preference,
limitation, or discrimination
based on race, color, religion,
sex, handicap, familial status or
national origin or an intention to
make any such preference, limi-
tation or discrimination." Familial
status includes children under
the age of 18 living with parents
or legal custodians, pregnant
women and people securing the
custody of children under the
age of 18.

This newspaper will not accept
any advertising for real estate
that is a violation of the law. Our
readers are hereby informed that
all dwellings advertised in this
newspaper are available on an
equal opportunity basis. To com-
plain of discrimination call HUD
toll free at 1-800-669-9777. The
toll free number for the hearing
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1, 2 &3 BEDROOMS
HO DEPOSIT!!!
Year-End specials!
2BR units for
the price of a 1BR unit.
NEW Low Rates for 3BR.
Call 926-1134
for more information.


530 Comm. Property
for Rent


Commercial building on busy
Hwy. 98/Panacea for rent.
$550/month. $550/security.
Ochlockonee Bay Realty:
850-984-0001.
www.obrealty.com
obr@obrealty.com


LENDER COVERED BOAT/RV
STORAGE AVAILABLE
YOUR NEWSPAPER Self Storage Units, Retail Space,
EOPL|E Locks, Boxes & more!
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850-926-5725
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IVin- vv arel IIUU se pacesi Tor
lease, 8X10 and 10X12 now
available. Come by or call Wa-
kulla Realty, 926-5084.


Woodville Retail
Space Available

* Fitness Studio-1000/sf
(Wall to wall mat & mirrors)
* Retail -1250/sf
(Storefront w/back storage)
* Two-Bay Garage-1200/sf
* Divided Office Space-1074/sf

Lewiswood Center
421-5039

545 Homes for Sale


20 ACRE LAND FORECLO-
SURES Near Growing El Paso,
Texas. No Credit Checks/Owner
Financing. $0 Down, Take over
$159/mo. payment. Was
$16,900, NOW $12,856.
(800)755-8953 www.texasland-
foreclosures.net.

By Owner, below market price!!
$99,500, 3BR/2BA. Built 2003
on 2 lots. New A/C, refrigerator
and microwave. Custom-built
dining table w/benches. Wood
laminate floors. Must See!
545-4066, 926-8100, 228-4579.
By owner: 3BR/2BA, 22 Eagles
Ridge Drive. Wood-laminate
flooring, wooden-blinds, all ap-
pliances, 2-car garage,
screened-in-tiled porch, fire-
place. Call 850-528-5715.

FORECLOSED HOME AUCTION
200+ FLORIDA HOMES! Auc-
tion: Jan 23 REDC I View Full
Listings www.Auction.com RE
No. CQ1031187.

On 3 lots in Wakulla Gardens.
23 Neeley Rd., 1800sqft.
4BR/2BA, Renovated. $135,000.
Only $75/square foot !!!
Nick Chason, 850-766-7750 for
information.

555 Houses for Rent


3BR/2BA House w/hardwood
floors, in-ground pool. Riversink,
Shadeville school area. All-new
appliances, small pet o.k.,
850-510-7008. Available now!


3BR/2BA, Wakulla Gardens,
S $800/month, plus $500 deposit.
No pets or smoking. Call
850-570-0575.
Charming cottage in Panacea.
2BR, 1 large bath, w/W/D
hook-up, new hardwood floors,
screened porch. Clean as a
whistle. $600/mo.+$600/deposit.
459-9774, 926-4217.


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SUPER NEW CONSTRUCTION HOMES

142 TAFFLINGER DRIVE/MAGNOLIA GARDENS
SThree bedrooms, 2 baths, 1,242 sq.
I f [ 4+ ft. on paved road. Gorgeous kitchen
w/beautiful cabinets and stainless
,.i appliances. Covered front and back
porch, r1i's i 1.11. room, lots of closet
space, plus window treatments. Asking
$105,900. Open Sundays 1-3pm.

L-31 SHAR-MEL RE/MAGNOLIA GARDENS
Three bedrooms, 2 baths, 1,290 sq. ft. !;
Open floor plan loaded w/upgrades.
Kitchen has bar, custom cabinets, walk-in gi
laundry room and pantry. Super master -
bedroom and bath. Laminate wood floors,
tile, & carpet. Asking $104,900 b .

70 CLOER CIRCLE/MAGNOLIA GARDENS
Three bedrooms, 2 baths, 1,200 sq. ft.
Great floor plan. Vaulted ceiling in living &
dining room. Super kitchen w/appliances.
Trey ceilings in all bedrooms.
Fenced in back yard.
Asking $103,500.

52 FEATHER TRAIL/WAKULLA GARDENS
Three bedrooms, 2 baths, 1,200 sq. ft.
Large master suite w/walk-in closet S trey UM 1!
ceiling. Vaulted ceiling in living S dining
room. Inside ,lir. :,,, ur kitchen w/all
appliances. Fenced in back yard

Asking $100 ft 4 Coat -id e


Panacea 2BR/1BA, very nice!
Partially fenced yard, shed, W/D,
$550/month, no pets or smok-
ing. Revell Realty 962-2212.


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Bay-front 3BR/2BA on Mashes
Sands. Partially furnished.
$875/month. $875/security. No
Pets. No Smoking. Ochlock-
onee Bay Realty: 850-984-0001
www.obrealty.com obr@obre-
alty.com

Crawfordville, clean, large 2
Bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms du-
plex. $675/month. Call Linda at
926-0283.

Crawfordville. 3BR/2BA. W/D
hookups. New appliances. Ce-
ramic tile floor. Screened porch.
Huge yard. $850/mo. + deposit.
850-228-0422.

House w/acreage. 4BR/2BA
North Wakulla. Two private
acres, paved road, workshop.
$875/month+security deposit.
Brenda Hicks Realty 251-1253.

Reduced rent! $495/month.
1BR, cute cottage on Sop-
choppy river. Screened porch,
fence, cathedral ceiling, pet al-
lowed. 524-1026.

560 Land for Sale


2-acre lot for sale near new
Shadeville School, corner of
Steel Court and Spring Creek
Hwy. (city water). Owner financ-
ing.
850-556-1178.

Wakulla Gardens. 50X100+/lots.
One lot w/city water, septic-tank
installed, cleared, ready to build,
impact fee exempt. $14,500.
2nd lot: on Lower Bridge Rd.
Cleared, priced to sell at
$10,500. 850-926-6212.

565 Mobile Homes for
Rent

2BR/1.5BA, Sopchoppy. Fur-
nished. $550/month. Revell Re-
alty 962-2212.

3BR/2BA, DW/MH on Merwyn
Dr. near Lake Ellen. $695/month,
plus deposit. Central Air/Heat,
fenced yard, tile in kitchen.
2BR/1 BA $500/month + deposit.
Nice lots, laundry, freshly
painted. Available now! Call
850-212-5650.

M/H in Sopchoppy. 2BR/1.5BA,
screened porch, private setting.
$450/month, plus deposit. Call
566-4124.


SUNTRUST MORTGAGE INC,
Plaintiff,
vs.
JOHN A MYRNA; LAKE ELLEN SHORES
HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.;
MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRA-
TION SYSTEMS, INCORPORATED AS
NOMINEE FOR SUNTRUST MORTGAGE
INC; JENNIFER K MYRNA; ROBERT
GANS; UNKNOWN TENANT (S) N/K/A
JOHN COX; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF ROB-
ERT GANS N/K/A ELENOR GANS; IN
POSSESSION OF THE SUBJECT PROP-
ERTY,
Defendants.
RE-NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE


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$90/week. Utilities included. FLFLY70B284,
850-926-2783.
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for cash, in t
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the sale, if ar
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE owner as of tl
2ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR must fle a cla
WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA sale.
CIVIL DIVISION Dated this 17 c
CASE NO.: 08-00261


IN IHE CIHCUII COUHI 1- I HE 2ND
JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR
WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL


NOTICE IS IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to JUHIbUI
an order Resetting Foreclosure Sale Date
dated the 28th day of December, 2009, and CAS
entered in Case No. 08-00261, of the Circuit
Court of the 2ND Judicial Circuit in and for US BANK, N.A.
Wakulla County, Florida, wherein SUN-
TRUST MORTGAGE INC is the Plaintiff and PLAINTIFF
JOHN A MYRNA; LAKE ELLEN SHORES
HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.; VS.
MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRA-
TION SYSTEMS, INCORPORATED AS KYLE L. FRIN(
NOMINEE FOR SUNTRUST MORTGAGE FRINGER; ASHI
INC; JENNIFER K MYRNA; ROBERT ASHLEY NICOL
GANS; UNKNOWN TENANT (S) N/K/A ALL UNKNOWN
JOHN COX; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF ROB- THROUGH, UND
ERT GANS N/K/A ELENOR GANS; JOHN HEREIN NAME[
DOE; JANE DOE AS UNKNOWN TENANT DANT(S) WHO A
(S) IN POSSESSION OF THE SUBJECT DEAD OR ALIVI
PROPERTY are defendants. I will sell to the KNOWN PARTIE
highest and best bidder for cash at the EST AS SPOUS
FRONT DOOR OF COURTHOUSE at the GRANTEES OF
Wakulla County Courthouse in Crawford- JOHN DOE AN
ville, Florida, at 11:00 a.m. on the 4th day of KNOWN TENANT
February, 2010, the following described
property as set forth in said Final Judgment, DEFENDANT(S)
to wit:'


LOT 8, BLOCK "G", LAKE ELLEN SHORES
SUBDIVISION, PHASE II, AS PER MAP
OR PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN
PLAT BOOK 2, PAGE 67, OF THE PUBLIC
RECORDS OF WAKULLA COUNTY,
FLORIDA.
ANY PERSON CLAIMING AN INTEREST
IN THE SURPLUS FROM THE SALE, IF
ANY, OTHER THAN THE PROPERTY
OWNER AS OF THE DATE OF THE LIS
PENDENS MUST FILE A CLAIM WITHIN
60 DAYS AFTER THE SALE.
In accordance with the Americans with Dis-
abilities Act of 1990 (ADA), disabled per-
sons who, because of their disabilities, need
special accommodation to participate in this
proceeding should contact the ADA Coordi-
nator at 3056 Crawfordville Highway, Craw-
fordville, FL 32327 or Telephone Voice
(850) 926-0905 not later than five business
days prior to such proceeding.
Dated this 29th day of December, 2009.
BRENT X. THURMOND
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
BY -s- BECKY WHALEY
AS DEPUTY CLERK
(Seal, Wakulla County Clerk
of the Circuit Court)
January 7, 14, 2010


IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR
WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA
CASE NO.: 09-CA-104
DIVISION:
GREEN TREE SERVICING, LLC, succes-
sor service to GreenPoint Credit LLC,


L CIUN DIVISION
E NO:65-2008-CA-000119


GER A/K/A KYLE LEE
LEY N. FRINGER A/K/A
E FRINGER; ANY AND
PARTIES CLAIMING BY,
IER, AND AGAINST THE
D INDIVIDUAL DEFEN-
.RE NOT KNOWN TO BE
E, WHETHER SAID UN-
S MAY CLAIM AN INTER-
;ES, HEIRS, DEVISEES,
OTHER CLAIMANTS;
D JANE DOE AS UN-
S IN POSSESSION


RE- NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to an
Order Granting the Motion to Reset Foreclo-
sure Sale dated December 28, 2009 en-
tered in Civil Case No. 65-2008-CA-000119
of the Circuit Court of the 2ND Judicial Cir-
cuit in and for WAKULLA County, Crawford-
ville, Florida, I will sell to the highest and
best bidder for cash at the Front
Lobby of the WAKULLA
County Courthouse, 3056 Crawfordville
Highway, Crawfordville, Florida, at 11:00
a.m. on the 4th day of February, 2010 the
following described property as set forth in
said
Summary Final Judgment, to-wit:
LOT 53, BLOCK "3" OF WAKULLA GAR-
DENS UNIT TWO, AS PER MAP OR PLAT
THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 1,
PAGE 42 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF
WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA.
Any person claiming an interest in the sur-
plus from the sale. if any. other than the
property owner as of the date of the lis pen-
dens. must file a claim within 60 days after
the sale.
Dated this 29th day of December, 2009.
BRENT X. THURMOND
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
BY -s-BECKY WHALEY
AS DEPUTY CLERK
(Seal, Wakulla County Clerk
of the Circuit Court)
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERI-
CANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, persons
with disabilities needing a special accom-
modation should contact COURT ADMIN-
ISTRATION, at the WAKULLA County
Courthouse at 850-926-0905,
1-800-955-8771 (TDD) or 1-800-955-8770,
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VING, AND IF DECEASED,
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PARTIES CLAIMING BY,
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OTICE OF SALE
by given that, pursuant to an
I judgment of foreclosure en-
bove-captioned action, I will
erty situated in WAKULLA
a, described as:
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G AT THE NORTHWEST
THE EAST HALF OF SEC-
NSHIP 3 SOUTH, RANGE 1
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Y A CONCRETE MONU-
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STO A CONCRETE MONU-
ICE RUN SOUTH 89 DE-
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TO A CONCRETE MONU-
NCE RUN NORTH 84 DE-
MUTES 42 SECONDS EAST,
TO A CONCRETE MONU-
POINT OF BEGINNING OF
IN DESCRIBED; FROM THE
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1 MINUTES 39 SECONDS
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ST, 487.0 FEET TO A CON-
NUMENT; THENCE RUN
DEGREES 44 MINUTES 42
EST, 289.91 FEET TO THE
GINNING, SITUATE, LYING
N THE EAST HALF OF SEC-
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LLA COUNTY, FLORIDA.
he following Manufactured
eetwood Anniversary, 28X80,
rs: FLFLY70A28428AV21 &
28AV21.
:o the highest and best bidder
he lobby of the WAKULLA
house, 3056 Crawfordville
wfordville, Florida 32327 at
February 18, 2010. Any per-
n interest in the surplus from
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he date of the Lis Pendens
lim within 60 days after the

lay of December, 2009.
BRENT X. THURMOND
KK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
BY -s- LETHA M. WELLS
AS DEPUTY CLERK
(Seal, Wakulla County Clerk
of the Circuit Court)
h disabilities needing a rea-
nmodation to participate in
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE
SECOND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF FLORIDA
IN AND FOR WAKULLA COUNTY
CASE NO. 09-479 CA
BRANCH BANKING AND TRUST
COMPANY,
Plaintiff,
vs.
JENNIFER WRIGHT,et.al.
Defendants.
NOTICE OF ACTION
TO: JENNIFERWRIGHT
Whose residence is: 38 CHOCTAW RD,
CRAWFORDVILLE, FL, 32327
TO: SCOTT WRIGHT
Whose residence is: 38 CHOCTAW RD,
CRAWFORDVILLE, FL, 32327
If alive, and if dead, all parties claiming in-
terest by, through, under or against JENNI-
FER WRIGHT; SCOTT WRIGHT and all
parties having or claiming to have any right,
title or interest in the property described
herein.
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for
Foreclosure of Mortgage on the following
described property:
LOT 57 AND THE SOUTHEASTERLY
ONE-HALF OF LOT 56, BLOCK 15, WA-
KULLA GARDENS, AS PER MAP OR PLAT
THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 1,
PAGE 39, PUBLIC RECORDS OF WA-
KULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA.
a/k/a 38 CHOCTAW RD CRAWFORD-
VILLE, FL 32327
has been filed against you and you are re-
quired to serve a copy of your written de-
fenses, if any, to it, on Nwabufo Umunna,
Attorney for Plaintiff, whose address is 2901
Stirling Road, Suite 300, Fort Lauderdale,
Florida 33312 within 30 days after the first
publication of this notice, and file the original
with the Clerk of this Court either before
service on Plaintiff's attorney or immediately
thereafter; otherwise a default will be en-
tered against you for the relief demanded in
the complaint.
WITNESS my hand and the seal of this
Court this 17th day of December, 2009.
BRENT X.THURMOND
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
BY -s- LETHAM. WELLS
AS DEPUTY CLERK
(Seal, Wakulla County Clerk
of the Circuit Court)
A copy of this Notice of Action, Complaint
and Lis Pendens were sent to the defen-
dants and address named above.
In accordance with the Americans with Dis-
abilities Act, persons needing a reasonable
accommodation to participate in this pro-
ceeding should, no later than seven (7)
days prior, contact the Clerk of the Court's
disability coordinator at 850-926-0905, WA-
KULLA CO. CTHSE., CRAWFORDVILLE
FL, 32327. If hearing impaired, contact -
(TDD) 800-955-8771 via Florida Relay Sys-
tem.
This is an attempt to collect a debt. Any in-
formation obtained will be used for that pur-
pose.
January 7, 14, 2009


IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 2ND
JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR
WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA
GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION
CASE NO.: 09000360CA
U.S. BANK, N.A.,
PLAINTIFF,
VS.
APRIL L. HAMMONS, ETAL.,
DEFENDANTSS,
NOTICE OF ACTION
CONSTRUCTIVE SERVICE
TO: APRIL L. HAMMONS AND UNKNOWN
SPOUSE OF APRIL L. HAMMONS whose
residence is unknown if he/she/they be liv-
ing; and if he/she/they be dead, the un-
known defendants who may be spouses,
heirs, devisees, grantees, assignees, lien-
ors, creditors, trustees, and all parties claim-
ing an interest by, through, under or against
the Defendants, who are not known to be
dead or alive, and all parties having or
claiming to have any right, title or interest in
the property described in the mortgage be-
ing foreclosed herein.
YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that an ac-
tion to foreclose a mortgage on the following
property:
LOT 9, BLOCK 9, WAKULLA GARDENS, A
SUBDIVISION AS PER MAP OR PLAT
THEREOF, RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 1,
PAGE 39 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF
WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA
has been filed against you and you are re-
quired to serve a copy of your written de-
fenses if n, to it on DAVID J. STERN,
ESQ. :-,,in111 : attorney, whose address is
900 South Pine Island Road #400, Planta-
tion, FL 33324-3920 no later than 30 days
from the date of the first publication of this
notice of action and file the original with the
clerk of this court either before service on
Plaintiff's attorney or immediately thereafter,
otherwise a default will be entered against
you for the relief demanded in the complaint
or petition filed herein.
WITNESS my hand and the seal of this
Court at WAKULLA County, Florida this 4th
day of January, 2010.
BRENT X. THURMOND
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
BY -s- LETHA M. WELLS
AS DEPUTY CLERK
(Seal, Wakulla County Clerk
of the Circuit Court)
January 14, 21, 2010


IN THE COUNTY COURT IN AND FOR
WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA
Case No. 10-1-SC
Terry A. Posey
Plaintiff,
vs.
Esther Pearl Moneyhan (deceased), a/k/a
Esther P. Branch, a/k/a Esther P. Green
Defendant.
NOTICE OF ACTION
TO: Unknown heirs of Esther Pearl Money-
han (deceased), a/k/a Esther P. Branch,
a/k/a Esther P. Green
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for es-
tablishment of ownership of personal prop-
erty described as: Redman Mobile Home,
serial number FLA-14610493 80S3BD has
been filed against you and you are required
to serve a a copy of your written defenses, if
any, to it on Plaintiff, Terry A. Posey, whose
address is: P.O. Box 1181, Crawfordville,
FL 32326, on or before February 12, 2010,
and file the original with the Clerk of this
Court immediately thereafter; otherwise a
Default will be entered against you for the
relief demanded in the Complaint.
Dated on January 6, 2010
BRENT X.THURMOND
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
BY -s- GLENDA PORTER
AS DEPUTY CLERK
(Seal, Wakulla County Clerk
of the Circuit Court)
January 14, 21, 2010
February 4, 2010


INVITATION TO BID
WAKULLA COUNTY BOARD OF
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Purchase of Motor Graders for Public
Works Department
Advertisement Number: 2009-022
Advertisement Begin Date/Time:
January 15, 2010
Board Decisions will be available at:
Wakulla County Board of
County Commissioners
3093 Crawfordville Highway
Crawfordville, FL 32327
Bids will be opened at the above address at
10:00 a.m. on January 27, 2010.
Please direct all questions to:
Deborah DuBose
Phone: 850.926.9500
FAX: 850.926.9006
e-mail: ddubose@mywakulla.com
Specifications can be found at www.mywa-
kulla.com in the Advertisements for Bid sec-
tion, requested by phone at 850.926.9500,
or picked up in person at 3093 Crawfordville
Highway, Crawfordville, FL 32308.
Any person with a qualified disability requir-
ing special accommodations at the bid
opening shall contact the phone number
listed above at least 5 business days prior
to the event.
The Board of County Commissioners re-
serves the right to reject any and all bids or
accept minor irregularities in the best inter-
est of Wakulla County.
January 14, 21, 2010


NOTICE
Effective Tuesday, February 16th Comcast
will add the following channels to the High
Definition "HD" lineup: E!HD Ch. 457, Travel
HD Ch. 458 and Cartoon Network HD Ch.
442. Comcast Customers will also notice
the following changes to their lineup: chan-
nels moving to digital (additional equipment
will be required) TV21 will move from Ch.
21 to Ch. 195 and Cartoon Network will
move from Ch. 32 to Ch. 124; Discovery
Health will move from Ch. 70 to Ch. 32.
Please contact your local office for any
questions you may have.
January 14, 2010

NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO
SECTION 328.17 F.S., NON-JUDICIAL
SALE OF VESSELS
Notice is hereby given that unless sooner
paid or redeemed, Shields Marina, Inc. in-
tends a public sale of the following vessels
listed by brief description and apparent
owner:
1. 1980Aquasport FL3434DT
William Charles Garvin
2. 1988 Sailfish FL9646DT
John Dixon Pugh
3. 1982 Chris Craft FL6632EL
John Robert Chickering
4. 1997 Wellcraft FL4289KB
James C. Cousins
5. 1985 Chris Craft FL9696ET
Michael Keith Evans
6. 1990 Mako FL3222DK
David Randolph Hopkins
7. 1999 Actioncraft FL3598KK
Robert Wayne Kaefer
8. 1996Sailfish FL7841JU
Ronald P. Murray
9. 1996 Regal FL9233HX
Richard L. Stolsmark
Said sale shall take place February 13,
2010 beginning at 10:00 a.m. and shall be
held at the location of Shields Marina, 95
Riverside Drive, St. Marks, Florida.
The mailing address of said Marina is P.O.
Box 218, St. Marks, FL 32355
January 14, 21, 2010


NOTICE UNDER FICTITIOUS NAME LAW
PURSUANT TO SECTION 865.09,
FLORIDA STATUTES
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the under-
signed, desiring to engage in business un-
der the fictitious name of Ride With JC, lo-
cated at 4 Choctaw Rd. in the County of
Wakulla, in Crawfordville, Florida 32327, in-
tends to register the said name with the Di-
vision of Corporations of the Florida Depart-
ment of State, Tallahassee, Florida. Dated
at Crawfordville, Florida, this 7th day of
January, 2010.
-s- Mark Shepherd
January 14, 2010


NOTICE UNDER FICTITIOUS NAME LAW
PURSUANT TO SECTION 865.09,
FLORIDA STATUTES
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the under-
signed, desiring to engage in business un-
der the fictitious name of The Jenkins Group
Z-Team located at 46 Shepards Easement,
in the County of Wakulla, in Crawfordville,
Florida 32327, intends to register the said
name with the Division of Corporations of
the Florida Department of State, Tallahas-
see, Florida. Dated at Crawfordville, Florida,
this 6th day of January,2009.
-s- Michael W. Jenkins
January 14, 2010



WAKULLA COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD
INVITATION TO BID
DATE: 12/15/09
TO: ALL BIDDERS
THE WAKULLA COUNTY SCHOOL
BOARD INVITES YOU TO SUBMIT A BID
ON THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED
ITEMS:
BID NUMBER: WCSB 09/10-07

ITEMS(S) TO PURCHASE:
"FOOD/NON-FOOD ITEMS"

SEALED BIDS SHALL BE RECEIVED BY
THE WAKULLA COUNTY SCHOOL
BOARD UNTIL: JANUARY 21, 2010, 4:00
P.M.

ALL BIDS RECEIVED SHALL BE OPENED
AND READ ALOUD PUBLICLY, AT THE
WAKULLA COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD AD-
MINISTRATIVE OFFICE, 69 ARRAN
ROAD, CRAWFORDVILLE, FLORIDA ON
JANUARY 21, 2010 @ 4:00 P.M.
THE BIDS SHALL BE CONSIDERED BY
THE WAKULLA COUNTY SCHOOL
BOARD DURING THEIR REGULARLY
SCHEDULED MEETING ON: FEBRUARY
16, 2010.
THE SCHOOL BOARD RESERVES THE
RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL BIDS
OR PORTIONS THEREOF.
BID FORMS AND SPECIFICATIONS MAY
BE OBTAINED FROM:
WAKULLA COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD
GAIL MATHERS,
SCHOOL FOOD SERVICE
69 ARRAN ROAD
CRAWFORDVILLE, FLORIDA 32327
ALL BIDS SHOULD BE SEALED AND
CLEARLY MARKED ON THE OUTSIDE OF
THE ENVELOPE "SEALED BID, BID
#09/10-07, FOOD/NON-FOOD ITEMS"
ALL BIDS SHOULD BE MAILED TO:
WAKULLA COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD
P.O. BOX 100
CRAWFORDVILLE, FLORIDA 32326-0100

January 7, 14, 2010


THE SCHOOL BOARD
OF WAKULLA COUNTY
announces a re-organizational school board
meeting and a regular school board meet-
ing.
DATE: Tuesday, January 19, 2010
TIME: 5:45 p.m.
PLACE: School Board Room
69 Arran Road
Crawfordville, Florida
PURPOSE: Regular school board meeting.
For further information please contact:
Superintendent's Office
Wakulla County Schools
P.O. Box 100, 69 Arran Road
Crawfordville, FL 32326
850 926-0065
Should you like more information regarding
board agendas and board meeting minutes,
please go to our website at
www.wakullaschooldistrict.org and click on
"school board" to the left of the page.
January 14, 2010


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NOTICE OF SALE
Notice is given pursuant to Florida Self-Stor-
age Facility Act, Florida Statutes, Chapter
83, Part IV, that ABC Storage will hold a
sale by sealed bid on Saturday, January 23,
2010 at 2:00 p.m. at 3743 Crawfordville
Hwy., Crawfordville, FL 32327, of the con-
tents of Mini Warehouse containing per-
sonal property of:
TONI CARRIN
CYNTHIA LAWHON
ADAM HUNTER
BETTINA BROWN
Payments must be made before Saturday,
January 23rd by 12:00 noon before the sale
date of January 23rd, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. The
owners may redeem their property by pay-
ment of the Outstanding Balance and cost
by contacting ABC Storage at 508-5177. Or
by paying in person at the warehouse loca-
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Students spell it out during school district-



The Wakulla News 34th Annual Spelling Bee


By KEITH BLACKMAR
kblackmar@thewakullanews.net
For 34 years the Wakul-
la County School District
has crowned a spelling bee
champion and every year
the host school's auditorium
is filled with tension and
suspense.
Sponsored by The Wakulla
News, the event gives fourth
graders through eighth grade
students an opportunity to
show their spelling skills.
The 2010 event was held
Friday, Jan. 8 at Riversink
Elementary School and three
time participant Connor
Keith won the right to rep-
resent the county at the Big
Bend Regional Competition
which will be held at WFSU
on Saturday, Feb. 13.
Connor is the daughter of
Jonathan and Kristi Keith of
Tallahassee. Kristi is a teach-
er at Wakulla High School.
Keith is a sixth grader at
Wakulla Middle School and
was entered as a fourth and
fifth grader during the past
two competitions.
She said her success was
due to constantly reviewing
words and practicing. She


also joked that the compe-
tition has not gotten any
easier even after competing
for three years in a row.
Second place went to Seth
McManus, who is a home-
schooled seventh grader.
The 2010 competition was
the fourth for McManus, but
the first time he has reached
the finals.
McManus said he was
successful because he has
practiced since September.
He will represent Wakulla
County if Keith is unable
to attend the regional com-
petition. He is the son of
Alan and Leah McManus of
Crawfordville.
The winning word was
quota and McManus was
unable to spell rhubarb after
some very difficult words
in the early rounds. The
competition continued for
14 rounds.
Some of the words that
were missed included: cal-
isthenics, paramecium, gra-
dient, analgesia, cajolery,
aggrandizement, psycho-
analysis, photosynthesis, ru-
tabaga, indelible, anemone,
miraculous and brigadier.


Keith received a trophy,
dictionary and a thesaurus
while McManus received a
trophy. All of the contestants
received medallions.
Superintendent David
Miller offered congratula-
tions to all of the partici-
pants. "You are all winners
to get to this point," he said.
"I am proud of you."
The rest of the contes-
tants included Justin Barnes
of WMS 8th grade; Taylor
Barnes of COAST 7th; Will
Barwick of MES 4th; Ashton
Boddye of RES 4th; Cody
Causseaux of COAST 8th;
Hunter Dalton of SES 4th;
Gabe Dantzler of RES 5th;
Brett DeRoss of RMS 7th;
Danyelle Dias of Wakulla
Christian 4th; Jacob Estes of
SES 5th; Naysha Gonzalez of
RMS 6th; Madison Harris of
WMS 8th; William Hart of
WMS 6th; Emily Herman of
COAST 4th; Libby Inlow of
RMS 8th; Mathilda Jensen
of SES 5th; Allie Johnston
of MES 5th; Kenzie Lee of
WMS 7th; Emily McCann of
CES 5th; Ethan McDaniels of
MES 4th; Karisa Misamore
of WMS 7th; Anthony Mod-


zelewski of CES 4th; Shynice
Morris of RES 4th; Taryn Pfis-
ter of CES 4th; J.P. Piotrowski
of RMS 7th; Markell Rawls of
RMS 8th; Danna Richardson
of COAST 5th; AnneMarie


Russell of SES 4th; Mariah
Scarborough of COAST 6th;
Hannah Smith of RES 5th;
William Thomas of MES 5th;
Tyler Tucker of CES 5th; and
Jordan Webster of Wakulla


Christian fifth grade.
The judges were Beth
O'Donnell and Sue Ander-
son of the Wakulla School
District and The News Editor
Keith Blackmar.


Fire department will honor Raymond Love


By CHIEF BILL RUSSELL
Ochlockonee Bay VFD
Special to The Wakulla News
A dedicated Wakulla
County will be honored for
years of service this week.
On Friday, Jan. 15 at 6
p.m., the Ochlockonee Bay
Volunteer Fire Department
and family, friends and vol-
unteer firefighters from all
over the county will gather
to honor Chief Raymond
Love.
Chief Love is the longest
serving volunteer at Och-
lockonee Bay with 35 years
and the oldest active volun-
teer in the county.
Love's involvement with
the fire service goes back to
1951 when he joined the Tal-
lahassee Fire Department as
a rookie firefighter (fireman
in those days) and began
a long and distinguished


career.
Over the years he rose
through the ranks and re-
tired as an Assistant Chief
in 1985. Anyone who served
with Chief Love knew that
he was always seeking new
knowledge about the fire
service and if you worked
with him you had better be
prepared to receive some of
his knowledge. He always
had the heart of a teacher
and could not understand
anyone who didn't thirst for
knowledge.
After Chief Love served
approximately 24 years in
the Tallahassee Department
he built his first home in
Wakulla County and became
involved in volunteering in
Wakulla County. Many of
the things that make the
fire service in this county as
good as it is are things Love


Raymond Love standing
with a fire truck has be-
come a familiar sight.
became involved in from the
beginning.
He has served in Wakulla
County since 1975 and has
seen the county fire service
advance tremendously.
Historically, fire stations
were built and equipment
was purchased by the de-
partments and auxiliaries
selling spaghetti or mullet or


anything that might bring in
a dollar. Although volunteer
departments still depend on
some fundraising events, a
group of volunteers, includ-
ing Love, researched and
pushed for the adoption
of the MSBU service fee
for the fire service. This
has brought more to the
county than many people
realize. Every station now
has at least one fire engine
that is dependable and well
equipped. Volunteers formed
a group called the Wakulla
County United Firefighters
Association and monitored
expenses and purchases to
build up a fund for equip-
ment purchases. Love served
several terms as president
and vice president of the as-
sociation. When the manage-
ment of this fund was turned
over to the professional


managers there was enough
money to pay off all fire
service debt and purchase
the paid county employees
a new state of the art fire
engine.
Many people don't realize
the county has a large train-
ing facility near the sheriff's
department. Love and other
volunteers cleared the land,
fenced the facility and built
the training building and
facilities to train volunteers
and the paid firefighters.
Volunteers from all over the
county were involved in this
giant step forward and Chief
Love was always involved.
Another important proj-
ect Love was involved in
was getting the Enhanced
911 system operating in the
county. He and his wife,
Clara and daughter, Karen
Day did much of the ground-


work that it took to get a
name for every street and an
address for every structure.
When you make a 911 call it
is not luck or magic that lets
the dispatcher know where
you are.
When the older volun-
teers talk about how they
learned how to fight fire and
operate fire equipment the
names Raymond Love and
Allen Harvey will always
be mentioned. The Och-
lockonee Bay department
went from an insurance
rating of nine to a rating of
five under Love's guidance.
Departments are rated from
one to 10, with lower ratings
translating into lower fire
insurance costs for hom-
eowners.
For all he has done in al-
most 60 years of fire service,
thank you.


Superintendent David Miller, Champion Connor Keith, Runner-up Seth
McManus and The Wakulla News Editor Keith Blackmar with awards.