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... .. .. S. Taylor County Since 1961 Midweek aco Edition december 28, 2005 : T.e.. .re Capital of the South 2 Sections Our 44th Year, No. 52 ,i '..... -eal.. ....e....I .. .. Wreck A Perry police officer and his wife wcre killed, and their nine- year-old son fatally injured, in a head-on collision just after midnight Christmas Eve, Saturday, Dec. 24. Robert and Kimberly Johns, along with -their youngest son Brctt, were returning from an annual family vacation in the mountains when the crash occurred in Madison. " Also killed in the crash was Madison resident Paul Williams, 19, who was driving the truck which ran head-on into the Johns' 2000 SUV. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, alcohol was a factor in the accident. - Williams was driving north on County Road 360 (abut 1.7 miles south of S.R. 14) when his 1994 GMC truck crossed the center line' and sideswiped a 1984 Chevy truck in the southbound lane. After colliding with that vehicle, Williams continued traveling north in the southbound lane before Emergency services in Taylor, County answered a combined total of 51 calls over the holidays with medical services answering the bulk, with a total of 45. According to Doctors' Memorial Hospital Emergency Medical Services Assistant Director Michael Lundy, 33 ground calls were made from Dec. 23 to 26. . "It was a mix of trauma,medical, inner-facili .and 'home for the Holidays' transports," he said. "Ten of those calls were vehicle accidents, some worse than others. We usually get called to most of Themm" Lundy said the number of calls was, "maybe slightly above the number answered during the same Time last year, but not overly so." A "home for the holidays" is a kills crashing head-on into the Johns' SUV. Robert arid Kimberly Johns, as well as Williams, were declared free-of-charge run from EMS, for a patient who is bed-bound at 'a facility, such as a nursing home,, to be picked up, taken to their home or- a relative's home; set ,up medically, then picked up later and returned to the facility. . DMH EMS Director Marty Tompkins said DMH transport helicopters AirMedic One and AirMedic Two made 12 flights' Garbage fees in the county could be going up in the future, after commissioners passed a resolution recently which changed the maximum assessment the county can charge. The ordinance also eliminated a $36 exemption on second homes. Currently the garbage fee is $125, the maximum under the old ordinance. No one spoke from the public during the hearing held on the issue,- but. commissioners did debate over what the new maximum should be. The ordinance was advertised with a blank left for the amount. According to County Administrator Buddy Humphries, officer, dead at the scene. Brett Johns was. airlifted to Shands Hospital in Gainesville and died later that day. Daniel Bouley, 18, of Madison, was a passenger vehicle and escape injuries. The occupants ,during the same period. SFour calls were answered from Madison County; four more from Jefferson County; two from Taylor, County; one patient was transported from South Georgia Medical Center and flown to Tallahassee Memorial Hospital; and another patient was flown from TMH to Shands in Jacksonville. City Fire answered four calls, $146 would have covered the cost the of the waste management department. Commissioner Jack Brown then made a motion to set the maximum at $150 and Commissioner Malcolm Page seconded. Humphries said according to estimates that number would increased to $154 for the 2006-07 fiscal year. Brown amended his motion to set the maximum at $154. Page amended his second and the measure passed 3-1 with Commissioner Pat Patterson voting against. Commission Chairman Daryll Gunter was absent due to a function in Tallahassee.' fa in, Williams' ied with minor of the truck .Man arrested s seized i~f S Sl~vU A Perry man was arrested Thursday for more than $4,000 in illegal drugs and cash, including crack cocaine, powdered cocaine, marijuana and ecstasy. Perry Police Department Sgt. Jamie Cruse said he was alerted by members of the Taylor County Joint Drug Task, Force (JTF) that officers were conducting surveillance in the area of South Warner Avenue. and Dunwood Streets for drug activity and they might require officers to assist in identifying and arresting anyone found possessing and selling narcotics. At approximately.9 a.m., Cruse received a call from JTF reporting that a black male wearing a blue "Kellogg's" jacket had removed a one-gallon bag from his jacket' pocket, which contained smaller packaged bags of drugs. Officers told Cruse that the subject, later identified as Christopher Andrew Reaves, 24, got into a white Ford Crown Victoria. Cruse said he found the car and initiated a traffic stop. "I approached the car on the passenger side and immediately identified the passenger as wearing a blue 'Kellogg's' jacket and black / hat," said Cruse. Reaves was told that he was seen placing illegal narcotics in his Please see page 3 p.;npauilI holiday vacation to the mountains ended in tragedy in the early morning hours '.:Ihbristmas Eve with the deaths of'Perry Police Officer Robert Johns, his wife, ..',hriberly, and their youngest son, Brett. The family was returning home to Perry when ..were involved in a head-on collision in Madison. with one being a structure fire, while County Fire and Rescue answered two: one to a wreck on Dec. 23 and another to a car fire in Shady Grove Christmas Eve. Firefighter Jimmy Brantley summed up the holiday by noting: "It was one of the quietest Christmas holidays I can remember--which is a good thing." Minimum wage goes up to $6.40 .. *. .*/ .. *\ J '. \ Florida's minimum wage is going up again effective.Jan. 1 to $6.40 per hour. This represents an increase of 25 cents over the current state TTCDA Sto big - The Taylor Development Authority (' has relocated its offices fr '"'Perry-Taylor County Cl .of Commerce build .Capital,.City Bank at 1 .. -. minimum wage of $6.15 per hour. Florida's minimum wage was created in a constitutional amendment approved by voters on Nov.. 2, 2004, and covers all employees in the state covered by the federal minimum wage. Pursuant to the language of the state constitutional amendment, the Agency for Workforce' Innovation is to perform an annual calculation to establish a new minimum wage each year. The constitution also requires the adjusted minimum wage to be published. The increase in the minimum wage this year represents a 4 percent change in the federal consumer price index for urban wage earners and clerical workers in the South Region for the 12- month period prior to Sept. 1, 2005. Florida's new minimum wage will be $1.25 more than the current $5.15 federal minimum wage. Employers must pay their ,employees a wage not less than the amount of the hourly state minimum wage for all hours worked in Florida. For "tipped employees" meeting eligibility requirements for the tip credit, employers may count tips actually received as wages, but the employer must pay "tipped employees" a direct wage in an amount equal to the minimum wage of $6.40 minus $3.02 (which, ,as required by Florida's Constitution, is the 2003 tip credit), or a direct hourly wage of $3.38 on Jan. 1, 2006. Employees who are not paid the minimum wage may bring a civil action in a court of competent jurisdiction against the employer or any person violating Florida's Please see page 3 This change does not raise the assessment, but ,it does allow the commission to make raises in the future. It was discussed during the hearing to amend the ordinance to allow future changes to the maximum assessment by resolution rather than by amending the ordinance, which requires a public hearing and advertisements. This was not added to the ordinance as passed. The subject of the assessments was raised during budget hearings in July when commissioners agreed to remove second home exemptions to help alleviate .* Please see page 3 I Including 12 flights by Airmedic One: Two 51 emergency calls over holiday weekend ,relocates ger office, County Green Street. TCDA) --The TCDA board recently-'i rom the hired a part-time administrative chamber assistant for Director Rick "' ng to Breer, which, in part, 115 WV. necessitated the move.. "The power plant project takes . up' a lot of Rick's time and we want that to continue to be'his top priority," TCDA Chairman ;. Jim Bassett said. ,Bassett said the TCDA board as set additional priorities for o S reer on top of his normal duties . "'f responding to all credible leads and inquiries. Breer occupied a single office f in: the Chamber building. - S:"There was simply no room I for another desk there. Our move will allow the Chamber to. have additional space which will-' make their facility a little less TI crowded," Breer said. , a ,.Bassett said the TCDA will : S.. ffshqst- an. open house at, its new - '. offices shortly after the holidays. . | 1 ,, Garbage fees eyed for future increase by county commission mily sideswiped by Williams--Adam L. Brock, 17, and Brittany Barker, 15, both of Perry--were not injured. All three members of the Johns family were wearing their seatbelts at the time of the crash; Williams was not wearing a seatbelt but Bouley was wearing a seatbelt, according to the FHP. Investigation is on-going. As news of the tragedy filtered through the community, members of Johns' law enforcement family rushed into action. The family will be buried with ,.* Please see page 2 Full honors planned for fallen officer Agencies from across the region will assist in providing full law enforcement honors for the funeral of veteran police officer Robert Johns, his wife, Kimberly, and their youngest son, Brett.. Services for the family will be held today (Wednesday) at First Baptist Church, beginning at 11 a.m. Interment will follow at Pineview Memorial Gardens on Johnson-Stripling Road. A formal law enforcement escort will be provided by the Perry Police Department (PPD), Taylor County Sheriffs Office (TCSO) and other responding agencies. "Units from the Lake City Police Department, Leon County Sheriffs Office and other agencies, as well as private individuals, will be assisting with the' services," said TCSO Lt. Audie Towles, who is assisting the PPD with arrangements. An honor guard from Lake City was to be posted for Johns and his family during viewing services Tuesday evening at First Baptist. This morning, all participating law enforcement with gather at a central staging area. Surviving family members, including eldest son.Kevin Johns, will have a law enforcement escort to the church; a full law enforcement escort will accompany the procession to the cemetery. Streets adjacent to First Baptist will be closed for the morning. Graveside services will include a bagpipe musical 'tribute, a flag ceremony, a 21-gun salute and a ceremonial "last call." "A'last call' is one of the most moving tributes you will ever hear in your life. What will happen is that we will have his (Johns') patrol car. at the graveside and draped. Dispatch will call the officer's number--normally three times--and then someone will respond that he is 10-7 (deceased)," Towles said. "Neither TCSO' or PPD personnel will be conducting the ceremonial honors. All those duties will be performed by other agencies for us while our officers attend the services. We will also have other agencies handling our communications system and handling any emergency calls during the funeral." He added, "The Taylor County Sheriffs Office and the Perry Police Department support each other 100 percent on anything. We are there in normal day-to-day times and during catastrophic events such as this." All events are being coordinated as "an expression of respect" for the fallen officer and his family. This united show of respect extended to providing a law enforcement escort for representatives of Burns Funeral Home as they received the bodies of Johns and his wife from the Tallahassee medical examiner's office and returned them to Perry Monday morning. An escort was also provided for the representatives as they brought home the couple's son from Gainesville. The majority of those involved with the escort volunteered their time to take part in the procession. I : -~ ; .:" :::- 5 ;00 A-2 The Taco Times December 28, 2005 Units from the Perry Police Department and the Taylor County Sheriff's Office provided an escort for the bodies of Hobert and Kimberly Johnsas they were transported from the Tallahassee medical examiner's officer to Burns Funeral Home in Perry Monday morning. The "diamond formation" filled both southbound lanes of Highway 19. Law enforcement officers were joined by local firefighters at the intersection of Highway 19 and Ash Street--all standing at attention and saluting as the convoy passed. Johns' The mangled remains of a 2000 Chevy SUV bear silent testament to the force of the head-on collision which resulted in four deaths just after midnight Christmas Eve. (Photo provided by Greene Publishing, Madison) life devoted to family, community OFFICER Continue from page 1 full law enforcement honors today (Wednesday) at Pineview Memorial Gardens (see related story). Services begin at 11 a.m.,, at First Baptist Church. An account has been set up at Citizens Bank of Perry for the couple's surviving son, 19-year- old Kevin Johns. Robert Johns began his career with the Perry Police Department in April 1988. Kimberly Johns was a longtime state employee, ..! assigned to the Taylor County School District as a health support aide at Taylor County Elementary School where her son Brett was a student.. "Robert was an exceptional officer and he was a good friend. He loved the job and he loved the' people," PPD Chief Wayne Putn'al said. "There are really two families within law enforcement families-- first, all the officers are family to themselves and then you have the extended family--the officers' wives, husbands and children. So we're not just losing him, we losing all of them." SDependability, patience and knowledge were among the fundamental qualities that made Johns a great officer, Putnal said. S"He just had a way with people that put them at ease. Everybody liked him--he had an out-going personality that just worked with everyone. "Robert was not just part of the (police) force, he was a main part of it. He.was one of the first field training officers (FTO) we had and a lot of officers currently on the force had him as their FTO. He was always the first and last officer they had in training rotation. In addition to his patrol duties, Johns also served as an instructor at the North Florida Community College criminal justice academy. He was a firearms instructor, breath test operator and a background investigator. "He was always willing to do whatever I asked- him to...and would do it to the- very best of his ability. I knew whatever I needed done, I could just ask Robert," Putnal said. Off-duty, Johns devoted much of his time to local youth recreation leagues, including flag football and t-ball. "He was devoted to his sons and got involved in sports to be with them," one co-worker said. "Robert will be missed by the community, especially the young people in our community. He was good with younger folks, could 4;....... I-....-.' u1; talk to them and help work things out. He was really there for young people," Sheriff L.E. "Bummy" * Williams said. Johns himself may have best summed up his life in a handwritten letter submitted at the time he applied for his position with the PPD. "I would like to work for the police department in Perry. I like working with people and young kids. I have set my goal in life to be a patrolman and to serve the public." Where I you go if ou have ft = L "- *" 2r f.. -*.'' ^ .f- w ^ The Region's First Accredited Chest Pain Center Why is this designation important? Because heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in the United States and this year alone, 600,000 people will die from heart disease, most of those from heart attacks. Capital Regional Medical Center's Chest Pain Center offers a protocol driven and systematic approach to patient management and was the first in our community. Our physicians and Emergency Department staff are specially trained to recognize symptoms and react more quickly in order to save lives. 4 Where should you go if you have chest pain? The Chest Pain Center at Capital Regional Medical Center. 2626 Capital Medical Blvd. Tallahassee, FL 32308 850-325-5000 www.capitalregionalmedicalcenter.com CAPITAL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER L ,--!-- ;r:l A-3 The Taco Times December 28, 2005 Trafficking charges levied 2005-06 non-instructional winner Charlotte Walker, left, has been named Taylor County Middle School Non-Instructional Employee of the Year for the 2005-06 school year. Walker has been with the Taylor School District for 27 years. She has worked at TCMS her entire career, -where she is currently the, guidance secretary and a "valuable asset for the middle. school," according to Principal Paul Dyal (far right) and. Vice Principal Jan Walker. In proposed new law Employers to get 'safe harbor' DRUGS Continued from page 1 jacket pocket and that he was Removing exemptions .could save $120,000 GARBAGE FEES Continued from page 1. a deficit in the MSTU fund. It was estimated that some $120,000. could be saved by removing the exemptions, which must be paid out of. the MSTUi fund,. In a related move, ,the commission .also raised the assessment from $113 to.$125 a year. A week later, 'however, commissioners were told that they .could-not remove,the exemptions because they were included in the ordinance. whichh could not be changed withoutt a public hearing. going to be searched. During the subsequent search, a gallon-sized plastic bag was found which contained over 100 grams of marijuana; another bag containing 66 bags of cocaine powder; three bags of crack cocaine; five pills of MDMA (ecstasy); and almost $500 in cash. While Reaves was being searched, a pat-down for weapons was conducted on the driver of the car, Kevin T. Jackson, 28, during which three bags of crack cocaine Member FDIC h. were found. The two men were arrested and taken to the Taylor County Jail, where Reaves was 'charged with trafficking cocaine with intent to sell within 1,000 feet of a church and possession of more than 20 grams of marijuana with intent to sell within 1,000 feet of a church.. Jackson was charged with possession of cocaine with intent to sell within 1,000 feet of a church. The street value of the drugs is approximately $3,500. Closed Monday, Jan. 2 2000 South Byron Butler Pkwy. Perry -,850-584-4411 905 First Avenue S.E. StemnhaLchee 352-498-2951 UNDER period for an employer to remedy a \ioljtion of the Florida minimum wage x\ without 'the risk of being sued. Specifically,' n employee WAGE Continued from page 1 minimum wage ifnay bring a civil action in a court .of competent jurisdiction against the employer or'any person,- iolating Florida's minimum wage law. The state attorney general mas also.bring an enforcement action to enforce the minimum wage. According to the North Florida Workforce Deelopment Board, lawsuits in Florida alleging wage- and-hour violations are trequent and ever increasing in popularity In recent \ears. Florida has had more federal wage-and-hour lawsuits filed than all other states combined. Compliance i, an important measure in preventing probable and expensive litigation. The Legislature just passed the Florida Nlinimum Wage Act, L which will become effective upon signature b% Go\ Jeb Bush A significant aspect of this new legislation for employers is the creation of a 15-day safe harbor Look up for heaven...: : look downtowni- for us! -. 'c-'..', .j'^ " "Our Floors Are Out of This World" WHY PAY MORE? Quality Flooring For Less! Professional Installation 838-3852 115 E. Green St. Mon. Fri. 9- 5 Evenings by appt. Sat 10-2 'Fresh Seafood & Steaks Since' 1969 .66 - . must notifN his or her employerin \ riling before initiating a lawsuit. .: and the employer has 15 daysfrom the notice to resolve the claim. 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Paternal grandparents of the bride-elect are Prentice and Joyce Crum of, Carrabelle. Maternal grandparents are Larry and Dorthy Davis of Sopchoppy. The groom-elect is the son of Sherri Laine Jones of Perry. and Mr. and* Mrs. Larry Kenneth Jones of Boston, Ga. He graduated from Taylor County High School and received his Associate's degree at North Florida Community College. Mr. Jones is operations manager at UWS Inc. in *Thomasville. , Maternal grandparents of the groom-elect include Janie S. Williams of Jacksonville and the late Ed J. Williams. His paternal grandparents are Hazel M. Jones of Thomasville, and the late Roland K. Jones. The wedding will be at Golden Eagle Country Club in Tallahassee. Formal invitations are being issued. Hank Gunner Albritton Chad and Beth Albritton of Perry announce the birth of their.son, Hank, Gunner, on Dec. 21, 2005, at 1:45 a.m. at Flagler Hospital in St; Augustine. He weighed 8 pounds, 7 ounces, and was 19 inches long, The new arrival was welcomed home by his sister, Hannah Elizabeth Albritton, who is four years old. Maternal grandparents are Mitch Langford of Perry and Debbie Lawson HI -1.M.. OV~ING .1 o~.9-5 Household ol .9.- 2 Big or Small Office *Apartment l..We can move it all! . Dependable *Free Estimates We aso *Reliable Local P 'i ak & 2 Guys, Truck & Trailer Ship 584-3776 (W) Licensed 584-2270 (H) (Serving Perry & Surrounding Counties) WANTED $at Iretent ljuture C-lient, by Hughey Mirror Images 584-2445 yormery of art Company (ery) f-eadis Uj- (Perry , gregory Xarsfa(Us cBonde Sa n (clri/Zaassee) e iafeiay (iaIltassee) SSpecializing in foil highlights & dry cuts L. ]lighs & ry cts PI Debbie Denmark of Perry has earned the teaching profession's top certification by achieving National Board Certification in Literacy: Reading and the Language Arts in 2005, according to the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS). Denmark teaches fourth grade at Branford Elementary School and has been named the school's Teacher of the Year for 2005. She has been teaching for 14 years, formerly serving as a Project Child teacher for several years in the Taylor County School District. -She holds Bachelor's and Master's degrees in elementary education. Denmark is the daughter of Betty Jane Tedder Holton and lives with her husband, Roy, in Boyd. She is one of 7300 teachers nationwide who earned National Board Certification this year. S"Teachers who earn this certification represent the gold standard in teaching and are among the most effective teachers in our nation's classrooms today," said former Georgia Gov. Roy E. Bmrnes, chair of the NBPTS Board .of Directors. 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Queen Mother Hattie Adams, Patricia Lindsey, Alice Brady and Barbara Patrick were responsible for planning this event. Extra help for the occasion was provided by Peggy Williams, who is fondly known as "the hardest working non-member." Ladies were served Savannah cider, coffee and orange juice as they arrived. There was constant chatter about the pajamas, slippers and other accessories chosen for the occasion until the last member arrived. All members then enjoyed a buffet of egg casseroles, muffins, coffee cakes, fruit, pastries, grits and biscuits. Tables were decorated in holiday colors complementing the Christmas china. Hostess Alice Brady said the blessing. An ornament exchange followed in a "round robin" format under the direction of Barbara Patrick. Members were then shown the video from the international convention held in June in Las Vegas, Nev. Dates and plans for 2006 were announced with members urged to make plans. 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Dec. 5: James Scott Terry, 23, 19702 Jody Morgan Grade, fighting or baiting animals, resisting. arrest without violence, Dep. McKenzie, TCSO. Cecil James Habbord, 41, 595 E. Hwy. 27, fighting or baiting animals, resisting arrest without violence, Dep. McKenzie, TCSO. Jerrett, Mathew Williams, 18, 5109 Puckett Road, fighting or baiting animals (attending), resisting arrest without violence, Dep. McKenzie, TCSO. Luis Andres Roca Jr., 22, 1500 Young Street, fighting or baiting animals (attending), resisting arrest without violence, Dep. McKenzie, TCSO. Deadline s ROSEHEADS Continued from page A-4 Alice Brady and Debi Limoges. The December committee was applauded for the "delightfully, different brunch" and members were given velvet Christmas BUSINESS PROGRAMS Accounting Operatiops Administrative Assistant Medical Secretary Cleveland Ross Sadler, 48, 609 E. Leon Street, VOP for DUI, Dep. Woods, TCSO. Dec. 6: Keisha Faircloth, 26, 2645 Mixon Road, forgery, uttering a forged instrument, misdemeanor theft, finish sentenced weekends, Ptl. Deeson, PPD. Basil Steve Smith, 39, 15550 E. Royal Oak Drive, domestic battery, Dep. Burford, TCSO. Patricia Ann Smith, 47, 15550 East Royal Oak Drive, domestic aggravated battery, Dep. Burford, TCSO. Don Raymond Becker, 32, 1141 Billy Dice Road, VOP (sexual activity with a child), Dep. Thompson, TCSO. John Jay Mathis, 33, 10229 Puckett Road, VOP (DUI, passing worthless bank checks), Ptl. Norris, ,PPD. Malcolm Antonia Wilkins, 33, 1200 Schwartz Street, retail theft, carrying concealed weapon, et for dues stockings filled with holiday candies, compliments of the hostess. "We will return to meeting on the last Saturday of the month, January through May," said Queen Mother Hattie Adams. Members were reminded of the Jan. 31, 2006, deadline for dues. INDUSTRIAL PROGRAMS Automotive Technolog Cosmetology Carpentri\ - Industrial'Mach. Maint. & Repair (Millwright) Industrial Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Welding Technology trespass after warning, Ptl. Norris, PPD. Dec. 7: Sherrill Baker Benton, 51, 1270 Shorty Benton Road, VOP for possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, Dep. Hershberger, TCSO. Kevin L. Britt, 35, Campbell Street, warrant for unemployment fraud, Dep. Hershberger, TCSO. Mychal Ryan Padgett, 19, Hwy: 221, grand theft, Dep. Gulbrandsen, TCSO. Amber Katrina Thoinley, 24, Spring Warrior Road, DUI, Ptl. Norris, PPD. Marcus Antonio Vazquez, 22, Puckett Road, domestic violence, Ptl. Curry, PPD. Bridal S Registry .' * Sonja Smigiel Lance Burford January 28, 2006 Kelly Lindsey David Parker January, 2006 Heather Quicke Jon Michelini March 25, 2006 Jesika Walker Brad Curry March 25, 2006 SAngie Cruce Harper Gibson April. 22, 20'06 - Baby g Iegistry ., -,, SMary Teresa & Steve Murphy Due December 2005 HEALTH PROGRAMS Patient Care'Technician Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Home Health Aide (HHA) ADULT EDUCATION PRE-GED Adult High School Completion GED Adult with Disabilities SNAP, TARC) HEALTH: COMMUNITY Emergency Med. Tech. (EMT) EDUCATION Family Literacy Classes offered at 'PUBLIC SERVICE Shady Grove Firefighter I Steinhatchee (volunteer training only.) Taylor Technical Institute Start your success Today. TAYLOR TECHNICAL INSTITUTE WORKFORCE EDUCATION E.DUn TN B3RIOITY#1B Financial aid is available to those who qualify. 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High Home 6:00 7:30 'De. 13 Hamilln Away 4:30 3 GAMES ini Jan. 3 W,-i Ga-i:er.-n Home 6 00 7 o30 Capital City 1,' Hrme -) 3 GAMES Classic- Leon Count n 1: Hh Awa 6 0: 7 3 Civic Center !ar, rFc- Awa 6 00 730 SDec, 28 & 29. a FI nlWr,, Home 6'00 7 30 r n' H3,TII..ri Home 4 30 3 GAMVES : Jan. 24 Lincoln Away 6:00 7:30 Torament Jan.27 Mayo-Lafayette Home 6:00 7:30 at Madison J3n 31 : r,-.anr, T .MS 6.00 7 30 Feb. 8 &'11 Feb. 2 Ft. White Away 6:00 7:30 Feb. 3- -WestGadsden Away 6:00 7:30 TCMS banquet Jan. 11 T, -b t 'n. 1 The Taylor County Middle school cafeteria, School football team will hold its annual awards banquet and dinner Tickets are $5 each and may be Friday, Jan. 11, at 7 p.m. in the' purchased in the school office. BEWARE.. - The cost of utility bills are on the rise. Insulate your home today to help save $$$ Call today for a FREE ESTIMATE! REYNOLDS INSULATION (850) 584-2340 phone (850) 584-8340 fax A-6 The Taco Times December 28, 2005 7 other Bulldogs make squad McNealy is All-Big Bend Taylor County High senior Big Bend Team by the helped lead the Bulldogs to the McNealy was joined by seven S quarterback Genario McNealy has Tallahassee Democrat. 2005 state playoffs for the first of his teammates who made Been selected to the first team All McNealy's 1,899 yards passing time in seven years. honorable mention on the squad. Those included two of McNealy's favorite passing targets -- Tony Powell and Sebastian 'Bu do s to play C iles in Ingram -- as well as offensive linemen Adam Cook and Jake C a t Wilson, linebackers Jake SMeacham and Georgie Armstrong and defensive back Greg Sneed. Sty The Democrat also listed II ^i"^. I 'li Wd rnrviiniic nlavers of the veaw. The Taylor County High boys' basketball team, fresh off a runnersup title in the Elks Shoot- out in Tallahassee, will take on Tallahassee-Chiles Wednesday in the first round of the Capital City Classic. The two-day tournament, which 'features teams from Florida, Georgia and Alabama, will' kickoff Wednesday with the Bulldogs (9-3) taking.on Chiles at 1 p.m. All games will be played at the Leon County Civic'Center. Other. game's' Wednesday include FAMU vs. Leon at 2:45 p.m., Tri-Cities vs. Lincoln at 4:30 p.m., Auburn, (Ala.) vs. East Gadsden at 6:15 p.m. and Rickards vs. Lowdnes County (Ga.), at 7:45 p.m. Taylor County will also open up the action on Thursday's second round of the Classic when they take on Leon at 1 p.m. Other second round games include FAMU vs. Chiles, Lincoln KEATON BEACH MARINA 17 Miles South of Perry on the Taylor County Coast (850) 578-2897 ; : Motel RV Hookups Boat Storage Boat Lift Boat Ramp Fishing Licenses Bait, Tackle, Ice Groceries/Snacks Beer, Soft Drinks Fishing Info "We Have Everything .1u jeed'' Ono Mort Cast 0 , Operating from Keaton Beach Marina Speckled Trout Redfish ,ij : Blues, etc. No Fishing License'. Required For Customers (850) 584U9145 U.,S.C. G ,200 Kate Dr. License Perry, FL 32348 vs. Lowdnes County, 'Tri-Cities vs. East Gadsden and Rickards vs. Auburn in the tourney's final contest at 7:45 p.m. Taylor County returns to regular season play next week when they host West Gadsden on Tuesday and Madison on Friday. which included several Taylor county alumni. Among .those for offensive player were Chuck Flores (1963) and Varian Dunnell (1997) and defensive players Mike Brandon (1986), Sam Grubbs (1964) and Joe Giddens (1961). Taylor County has also had several coaches of the year including Shaw Maddox in 1997, Jack Turner in 1991 and Elmer Coker in 1980. Martial Arts Dojo Celebrating 31 years! Kids, Teens & Adults Tuesday & Thursdays Little Tiger Karate (4&5 yr. old) 11:00-11:45 am (summer) Executive Karate 12:05-1:00 pm Little Tiger Karate (4&5 yr. old) 2:30-3:00 pm (school), Beginner Karate (6-12 yr. 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'"-.l ,iii > rl lllr 'it Ri\>"~ inl l Ki a .' lcl -I 'ni ...hr. ,, "li. ,'l .h, 0 ~f~;7 Religion A-7 TaCO Times December 28, 2005 Calvary Baptist 'counts down' to new year New Year's Eve celebration set "Awesome games, live bands, great food, a bonfire and an exciting speaker" are promised at Calvary Baptist Church on Saturday, Dec. 31, for "The Countdown." Prizes will be awarded throughout the night, with festivities getting underway at 8 p.m. The band, "By Faith," will perform, with John Welborn as' guest speaker. Events are planned for teenagers to college-age students at the church which is located at 2959 Golf Course Road. Everyone is invited. Preach Bowl scheduled for New Year's Eve The Temple of God Baptist Church, located at 105 Sandra St., will stage a Preach Bowl on Saturday, Dec. 31, from 9 p.m until 12:01 a.m. Organizers promise "singing, dancing, preaching and praising as we Obituaries bring in the new year." Elder Robert French, pastor/teacher, invites everyone to attend. Revival services scheduled Dec. 28-30 Revival services are planned at 7:30 at Potter's House Ministries Dec. 28-30 featuring Evangelist Michelle Lewis of Eufaula, Ala. Everyone in the community is invited to attend. ~I -------- Robert Dwayne Johns Robert Dwayne Johns, 41, a native of Sarasota who had lived in Perry for the past 24 years, died Dec. 24, 2005, as a result of an automobile accident. Mr. Johns was a member of the First Baptist Church in Perry and an officer with the 'Perry Police Department. He coached little league baseball and flag football for a number of years. He was married to the late former Kimberly Anne Robertson and they -had two sons, Kevin Johns and Brett Johns. Kimberly and Brett lost their lives in this same accident. In addition to Kevin, survivors include: Kevin's fiancee, Whitney Wright of Perry; his parents, James -and Marlene Johns of Perry; three brothers, Johnny Johns and Larry Johns, both of Perry, and David Johns of Oklahoma; and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held today, Dec. 28, at 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church in Perry, with .interment following at Pineview Memorial Gardens. Family members received friends Tuesday at First Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital. Joe P. Burns Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Kimberly Ann Johns 'Kimberly Ann" 'John,,'' 38, a native and lifelong resident of Perry, died Dec. 24, .2005, as a result of an automobile accident. Mrs. Johns was a member of First Baptist Church in Perry and was employed by the Florida Department of Health at the Taylor County School District as a health support aide. She was wife to the late Robert Dwayne Johns, and mother to sons Kevin and Brett. SBrett lost his life in the same accident with his parents. Survivors include: her son, Kevin and fiancee Whitney Wright of -Perry; her parents, John and Susan Robertson of Perry; a brother, Todd Robertson of Perry; a sister, Jennifer Turner of Tallahassee; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held today, Dec. 28, at 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church in Perry, with interment following at Pineview Memorial Gardens. Family members received friends Tuesday at First Baptist Church. SIn lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital. Joe P. Burns Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Brett Allen Johns Brett Allen Johns, 9, died Dec. 24, 2005, as a result of an automobile accident. A native of Tallahassee, he was a lifelong resident of Perry and a third-grade honor student at Perry Elementary School, where he was on the Dribble Team. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Perry, played little league baseball, flag football and soccer. He was a Cub Scout. Survivors include: his brother Kevin Johns and fiancee Whitney Wright; his maternal grandparents, John and Susan Robertson; and paternal grandparents, Jim and Marlene Johns, all of Perry. Funeral services will be held today, Dec. 28,,at 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church in Perry, with interment following at Pineview Memorial Gardens. Family members. received friends Tuesday at First Baptist Mark Pelt, Agent 584-5188 1 00A Jefferson St. AiIslatu. 'KsytaBgo~a'heaa Allstate Property and Casualty Insurance Company, Allstate Indemnity Company and Allstate Life Insurance Company, Hpme Office: Northbrook, Illinois. @2002 Allstate. Insurance Company THE COUNTDOWN Awesome Games Live Band Great Food Bon Fire Exciting speaker PRIZES GIVEN AWAY jf THROUGHOUT THE NIGHT Come count down to a new year and have fun doing it! Saturday, Dec. 31 A2: 8:00 pm til after midnight (teenage to college age welcome) '''. -; Band: By Faith John Welborn guest speaker Calvary Baptist Church N_ 2959 Golf Course Rd. Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital. Joe P. Burns Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Lloyd S. Poindexter Lloyd S. "Bud" Poindexter, 71, died Dec. 23, 2005, at Doctors' Memorial Hospital. Survivors include: his wife of 46 years, Delores; .two sons, Marc Poindexter and family of Perry, and Michael Poindexter of Naples; two nephews, Fred Miller of Perry and Steven Miller of Adrian, Mich.; and two neices, Cheryl Paige and Sue Miller, also of Adrian. Mr. Poindexter was a U.S. Navy veteran. Cremation will follow with Burns Funeral Home of Perry handling arrangements. Ashley Parramore Beggs Jr. Ashley Parramore Beggs Jr., 52, a sales representative for Dyke' Industrial died Saturday, Dec. 24, ,2005, in Monticello. Born in Thomasville; Ga., Mr. Beggs was a former resident of Madison and spent most of his life in Monticello. He was formerly associated 'with Beggs Funeral Home as a funeral director. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and a member of Madison Lodge #11 F&AM. Survivors, include: his wife, Louise "Sissy" Beggs of Monticello; one son, Lee Alligood of Monticello; two daughters; Rosemary Alligood and Elizabeth Beggs, both of Monticello; his '.father, Ashley P. Beggs of Madison; his mother, Mary Ann Smiley of Lake Park, Ga.; three brothers, Kyle Beggs and Judson Beggs, both of Madison, and Brad MIS 0 Beggs of Lake Park, Ga.; and one sister, Ansley Rogers of Madison. Funeral services will be held today, Dec. 28, at 2 p.m. at Christ Episcopal Church in Monticello. Interment will follow at Roseland Cemetery. Family members received friends Tuesday from 5 until 7 p.m. at Beggs Funeral Home Montidello Chapel. Those wishing to make contributions should contact Christ Episcopal Church, 425 North Cherry, Monticello, FL. Joseph A. Brown Joseph A. Brown, 77, a native of Wakulla County and longtime resident of Taylor County, died Dec. 24, 2005, in Tallahassee. Mr. Brown was Baptist, a Member the Coast Guard Auxiliary and a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association. Survivors include: his wife of 59 years,, Wilma Padgett Brown of Perry; three sons, Joseph Brown of Attapulgus, Ga., Billy Brown of Perry and Danny Brown of Aucilla River; five daughters, Melody Evans of the Aucilla River region, Rhonda Diver of Belleview, Wash,, Tammy White of Wakulla, Julie Denmark of Perry and Wanda Cordoba of Coral Springs; one sister, Marie Flonta of Roseville, Mich.; 26 grandchildren; 34 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a son, David Brown, and a daughter, Iris Ann Brown. Funeral services were held Tuesday, Dec. 28, at 11 a.m. at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home with interment following at Oakland Cemetery. Family members received friends Monday at Burs Funeral Home, which was in charge of arrangements. Christmas to SHARE Boxes of pork roasts, fresh vegetables and fruits were distributed through the community by organizations and churches, such as First Presbyterian, using food supplied through SHARE. Shown here, Judge Jim Bean assists 15 other church members in preparing boxes for distribution. SHARE is coordinated by Diane Rigoni through the First United Methodist Church. Card of Thanks Carroff We would like to express our appreciation to all firefighters for doing such a wonderful job. Thanks for your prompt action in November at, our home and to ADT Fire Security for saving us from a fire., Next time you see one of these guys, tell them how much they are appreciated. Happy New Year, Jacki and Pauline Carroll Deadline for local church news is II a.m.on Tuesdays and Thursdays. News is published as space is available. Yes, Virginia, there 19 a Santa Claus, and YE9, YOU CAN STILL FILE BANKRUPTCY!!! Even though the law has changed, bankruptcy is still available. If you've been laid off, suffered a medical crisis or are Just struggling to pay bills, Call for a FREE consultation. ANGELA M. BALL ATTORNEY AT LAW 584-8960 615 N. Jefferson St. Perry, Florida "The hiring of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements. Before you decide, ask us to send you free written information about that lawyer's qualifications and experience. .WN A * Be clear about your own values and attitudes Communicating with your kids on sex, love and relationships is usually more successful when you are clear in your mind about your values and attitudes towards these issues. * Talk with your kids early and often about sex Kids have a lot of questions. Be open and honest with your kids. Let them know where you stand on these issues and why you take these positions. If you have trouble starting the conversation, consider situations on t.v shows or movies as conversation starters. Age appropriate conversations should begin early and continue through adolescence. * Know your kid's friends and their families Friends have a strong influence on each,other often sharing wronginformation. Help your kids become friends with kids whose families share your values. * Discourage early, frequent and steady dating Let your child know your strong feelings on this throughout their childhood. * Let your kids know you value education highly Encourage your kids to take school seriously and set goals. Be involved with school activities'; and other community services or,,:_ events. * Help your kids have options - for the future that are more attractive than being a teenii parent Help them set meaningful goals. - Talk regularly about what it takes': to reach those goals. * Know what your kids are reading, watching and listening. to The media is full of material sending the wrong-messages. Talk with your kids about what they see on t.v or listen to. Establish a strong relationship with your kids Express love and affection often. Be supportive and interested in what interests them. Help them build self esteem. Make family time. HEALTHY START Coalition of Jefferson, Madison & Taylor Counties "IS ONE YEAR'S SALARY ENOUGH LIFE INSURANCE" CALL ME TO FIND OUT HOW S MUCH LIFE INSURANCE YOU S REALLY NEED. 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The grant will assist Columbia, Dixie, Gadsden, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Jefferson, Lafayette, Levy, Madison, Suwannee, Taylor and Union counties. In 2003, Governor Bush declared this.much of this rural, north central region one of Florida's three Rural Areas of Critical Economic Concern. "The Original Florida, Inc. has achieved remarkable success in promoting tourism.and recreation in the region," said Governor Bush. The expansion of nature- based and heritage tourism is an important component of the region's strategic economic plan, and this grant will serve as a strategic tool to help them. meet their goals." , Since 1998, The Original Florida, Inc. has served as a regional tourism development organization, developing and promoting tourism opportunities throughout the 12 county rural region. The initiative highlights the region's pristine lakes, creeks and rivers, forests and wildlife, as well as many heritage events, small towns and. landmarks. "The Original Florida is extremely proud to have been awarded this staffing grant," said Harvey Campbell, Marketing Director of The Original Florida. "It will greatly assist our rural region in new tourism marketing initiatives as an economic development tool. We are especially grateful to Governor Bush and the Legislature for recognizing the challenges facing rural counties, to create jobs and participate in the economic prosperity currently being enjoyed in Florida." Rural economic development initiatives, including the Regional Rural Development Grant Program, are overseen by the Governor's Office of Tourism, Trade, and Economic Development. Since 1999, Governor Bush has worked to enhance the economies and overall competitiveness of rural Florida. Among his many rural-based initiatives, Governor Bush established the "Rural Areas of Critical Economic Concern" program, providing designated rural areas with greater access to the state's economic incentive programs. NFCC welcomes orchestra Twas the night before Christmas... A group of Taylor County Middle School students presented the classic tale of "'Twas the Nig Before Christmas" during the recent Winter Blast at Perry Primary. Participating in t Readers Theatre were: Kasey Whitehead, Dominic Sandonato, Jon Andersori, Dela Gantt, HalE Johstono. Courteney Mincy, Stephen Smith. Jessica Strickland, Chris Coffee, Logan Parke Sarah'Vaughn, Mindy Veal and Zach Wiggins. , CI iGRUPS -, AARP: last Wed, 10 a m at AMVETS Post #20 building (2499 Woods Creek Road) Civil Air Patrol (CAP): 2nd and 41hr Mon., 7 p m main hanger at airport. Kiwanis Club: Wednesdays. noon, Joyce's Main Street Cale. MainStreet Perry: 1st Monday of each month, Perry/Taylor County Chamber of Commerce at noon NAACP: 2nd Sun.. 6 p.m., New Brooklyn Missionary Baphisl Church Optimist Club: Thurs. noon at Joyce's Main Street Cafe , Perry Garden Club: 3rd Wed 10 a m. Perry Elks Lodge: 2nd. 3rd & 4th Tues.. 8 p.m Perry Lodge 123, F&AM: first and third Monday nights' 7 30 p m. Perry Lodge #187: 1st, 3rd Wed 7 p m, Masonic Hall SPerry Masonic Lodge 123: meets first and third Monday nights 7.30 p.m Perry Shrine Club: 4th Thurs 7 p m. (club bouse on Courtney Road) Perry Woman's Club: 2nd Wed, noon (Sept. May: subject to change) Rotary Club: Tues, noon at Joyce s Main Street Cale.. Taylor County Leadership Council: 2nd'and 4th Friday. 7 p m, Jerkins SVogue XIII: first Mon., 7.30 p.m Call 5 684-2404. GOVERNMENT, Airport Advisory Commission: 4rl Monday. 12 noon, Perry-Foley Airporl Chamber of Commerce: third Thurs. 8 a m. charmbr board room --City Council: 2nd and 4th Tues at 6'30 p m County Commission: tirst Mon and third Tues at 6 p m. courthouse anne. Juvenile Justice Council: third Thurs. 9 a m, at juvenilee Justice Office 1719S Jeferson Planning Board: ist Thurs 6 pm Counhouse anne" told post office) Social Security: representatives 2nd Tues 8630 a.m to noon courthouse anne, Taylor County Construction License Board Meeting: 3rd Fn 2 pm courthouse annex Taylor County Development Authority: 2nd Mon.. 5 p rn at Chamber of Commerce Taylor County School Board: 1sl and 3rd Tues. 7 pm Taylor County Soil & Water Board: 4th Mon. 7 pm. Chaparral Sieakhouse Taylor Coastal Water and Sewer: 3rd Wed. at 18820 Beach Road 5 pm Tourism Development Council: 2nd Wed 4 p.m. at Chamber of Commerce Diabetes classes every Tuesday. 2 p m, Doctors' Memorial Hospital FAMU Alumni Chapter: 2nd Monday. 7 p.m, Jerkins Community Center Florida Forest Festival Board of Directors: every Wednesday. 3 30 p m,' Chamber of Commerce Call 584-TREE (8733) Girl Scouts Service Unit: Ist Thursday. 6 30 p.m Scout Hut: Historical Society: open Thursday afternoons. 1.5 p m Home Educators League of Perry (HELP): second Thurs, 1 30 p m Forest Capital Hall Call 584 8553 or 584-9207 Humane Society of Taylor County: 2nd Wednesday, 6 p.m., Forest Capital Hall La Leche League International: 2nd Wed., 10 30 a.m. Taylor County Public Library Miles of Smiles Clown Alley: 1st Thursday. 7 p.m, at Chamber of Commerce Mothers of Pre-Schoolers: first and third Fridays Call 584-3826 Muskogee Creek Indian Nation: 2nd and 4th Sat 7 p m Tribal grounds Lyman 'Hendry Road. .Muskogee Creek Indian Tribe: Oak Hill Village on Woods Creek Road Ist Sat National Wild Turkey Federation (Yellow Pine Drummers): holds open monthly on firsi Thursday Golden Corral, 7 p.m Call 584-9185 Republican Party of Taylor County: 2nd Thursday of every month at 315 N Quincy Street Pleaes e-mail Tommie Stanaland at tstanaland@yahoo com or call 584-8815 Taylor Coastal Communities Association: each 2nd Tuesday of month, 7 p m at the district building Beach Road Taylor County Democratic Party: every Thursday at the Chamberi of Commerce Call 584-9656 or Se.4 3617 or e-mail laylor democrati.glrcom net Taylor Adult Program (TAP): Thursday 10 am 502 N Center Street 223-0393 Taylor County Amateur Radio Club: 1st Monday 7 pm Division ol Forestry office 618 Plantation Road Taylor County Habitat for Humanity, Inc.: board meeting, 2nd Tue: 5 30 p m. Room 208 Capital City Banr- Taylor County Historical Society: 3rd Mon 7 pm Hislrical Sociery building Society's museum is open every Thursday. 1-5 pm Taylor County Horseman's Association Horse Show: 2nd Sal 10 a m Arena located on Bishop Blvd Taylor County Quilters: Tuesdays' 10 a m to noon Ta\lor Counry Publi:C Librar Taylor County Reef & Research Team: 2nd Thuis p m Foresi Ciapial Hall .SUPPORT GROUPS Alcoholics Anonymous meerings aie held Tuesdays Fridays and Salurday.: (closedL. 8 pm at Heritage'House on ,Washingion Street, across Irom public library, and another AA group who meets Monday Wednesdays and Thursdays at Sereniry House, located at 1260 Hwy 98 West, across Irom the BP station at 8 p nr AL-ANON: St James Episcopal Church lin library). Wednesday, 12 to I p m.. 584-2146 Thursdays at 6 30 for beginners meeting with regular meeting at 7pm Big Bend Hospice Advisory Council: 4th Tues noon. 107 East Green Street Healthy Start Coalition: lourth Mon '3 a m Taylor Counlv School Districi Adminislrative Oflic Compler. Narcotics Anonymous: e'.eiry Wednesday. 8 p m, at 1260 W Hwy 98 al Sereniry House idjir road across trom BP Siallon) These are open meetings to those interested in addicicon Call 2?33 0036 Also Salurqays 10 30 a m open meeting SHARE distribution: 4th Sal 10 a m The Way: Christ-cenlered recovery group. meets on Fridays at 7 p m at Serenity House on Hwy 98 W., across from BP Station Open to alcoholics. addicts. family members and friends AMVETS Post 20, Ladies Auxiliary and Sons of AMVETS: 3rd Tuesday ol each month. 7 p m at 2499 Woods Creek Road American Legion Post #96: 1st Tues 7 pm American Legion Hall Center Street American Legion, Steinhatchee Post 291: fourth Tues 8 pm Sons of Confederate Veterans: fourth Tuesday at VFW Post on Center Street. 7 p m. For information, call 584-5346 VFW Post #9225: 2rin Tues., 7 pm (American Legion bduldng) To add your service club or organization to the Community Calendar, call (850) 584-5513 or e-mail newsdesk@perrynewspapers.com. h h e 3' For more than 60 years, audiences around the world have thrilled to the beautiful "Mqonlight Serenade" played by the Glenn Miller. Orchestra. Now north Floridians can enjoy for themselves the distinctive sounds of one of the most popular dance. bands in history. Billed as the World Famous Glenn Miller :Orchestra, and deservedly so, the band performs 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 12, at the Van H. Priest Auditorium of North Florida Communit~y it Cillege in Madison. Tickets are e- $11 for adults and $6 for children. y Launched in 1938 by the Ir, igndas Glenn Miller, the dance band was one of the most successful of its kind during the Swing Era ..f i l 1930 and 40s, Known for its very distinctive "sound" created by clarinet and tenor sax interplay with, Strombones and trumpets adding background oo-ahs, the band has h.idr nmor hil-. in one year that any other, group in recording history. "Chattanooga Choo-Choo" earned the first Gold Record ever awarded to a pcrt'rmiing artist.. During World War II Miller -organized and led the Glenn Miller. Army Air Force Band. He was on a flight that disappeared over the English .h:lnnel December 1944. Due to popular demand, the Miller Estate authorized'the formation of the present Glenn Miller Orchestra in 1956. The 19-member band continues to play many of the original Miller arrangements and most of the, band's shows are sell-outs. The orchestra has performed in all 50 United ,States, Europe, Australia, Japan, South and Central Aimerica and annually travels over a hundred :h-'Lsand miles performing for more than half a million people. Today, the group is led by Larry O'Brien, a trombonist, who has been associated with big bands, most of his career. The program includes dozens of familiar selections from the Glenn Miller Orchc sra library including "Little Brown Jug," "Tuxedo Junction," "Pennsylvania 6-5000," "Tangerine," "Sunrise Serenade," and "Bugle Call Rag." "Moonlight Serenade," composed Sby Miller himself, is the band's theme song. Tickets are available by calling (850) 973-1653 or e-mail ArtistSeries@nfcc.edu. Making the holidays bright... Holiday lights surrounded Taylor County's forest festival royalty in the recent Tallahassee Festival of Lights parade. Pictured in the line-up are Forest Festival Jr. Miss Allison Bassett with Little King Walker Davis and Little Queen Haley 'Smith. Local home-schoolers recently bought and wrapped presents for the needy during the holidays. 4-H Believers shop, wrap Taylor County 4-H Believers gathered together recently, filled with Christmas spirit, to wrap gifts for a local family. The home-schooled group decided this year to help fulfill the wishes of others less fortunate than themselves, according ,to Project Director Donna Sprigle. After enjoying a Christmas snack, the children all pitched in to wrap the gifts they brought. When all the gifts were gift- wrapped and on their way, "another community service project that makes everyone feel good was completed,." said Sprigle. Editorial hted Materia itedontent imercial News Providers" B-2 Taco Times December 28, 2005 I Good Samaritan a reminder Sof 'the spirit of the season' Dear Editor: At.this holiday time it is nice to be reminded of the spirit of the season. On Saturday,-Dec. 17, while getting ready for the department Christmas party, one of our local firefighters had to make a last- minute trip to. Wal-Mart. He had a zippered moneybag with him to pay for purchases. The bag was inadvertently dropped at the store. Upon arrival back at the station, he was unable to locate the moneybag, We received a call from Capt. Cook at the City Fire Department stating that our moneybag had been found by a local citizen and brought tothe city fire station. The bag was returned intact. We would like to take this opportunity, to publicly thank Ms. Latrelle Griffin for exhibiting true holiday spirit and goodwill by going out of her way to turn this bag in. Sincerely, Taylor County Fire Rescue Drive continues 'Thank you Taylor County' for clothing Dear Editor: I would like to thank each and every citizen of Taylor County that provided coats for the needy this past two weeks. I will continue to collect and distribute coats new or used from , ages three and up. The need for warm clothing such as hats, gloves and jackets still exists. I was also able to provide coats for the local nursing home and the. residents were greatly appreciative. If anyone would like to contact me concerning this drive and what else can be done, call 843-1165, my cell number. Once again, "thank you, Taylor County," for showing that we can make a difference if we just open our hearts and give what we no longer need to someone who does. Lynn Harper Prices range from $3,000 to $5,000 Solar water-heating systems on the rise? Dear Editor: There's good news for everyone \who wants to use free sunshine to heal their homes, or just the water they use. SA solar-- contractor in Jacksonville reports increasing requests for. the water-heating systems. Prices range from $3,000 to $5,000.and the systems will last about 20 years. which is twice as long as most gas or electric w.ter heaters last. Maintenance will cost about ten'. per cent of the installation price. Solar systems to provide electricity for an entire home can be installed for about $30,000 to $40,000, with similar life. expectancy. You might think those prices are Rather high, but hey! The solar power is free! And the only pollution produced is in the manufacture of the systems, transportation to the contractors, delivery to the Customers, etc. Ray Evans SLetters to the Editor :'Environmental impacts of coal enormous' Dear Editor: . Facts have been asked for aburt the coal plant coming to the county, well here are some. I hope those reading this'will take it to heart and not think, just because you do not live close, that it will not affect you. You cannot predict how the wind blows or what will be airborne on that wind. This data was taken directly from, ihe following Internet site, Union of Concerned Scientists (with permission): http://hwww.ucsusa.org.cceari_en ergy/fossilfuels.'offmen-how- coal-works.html Coal is as cheap as dirt, as plentiful as dirt, and as dirty. as dirt--since after all, coal is dirt. The plant proposed for .us is Supposed to1; service: 400,000 People. So if (as in the example below) a 500-megawatt plant will ": service 140.000 do we times every' thing by three? Is JEA planning on _building'a 1500-megawatt plant, 'using 6 billion gallons of our water? 'And look at the amount of coaland limestone being trained or trucked into our county. Example: A 500-megawatt coal plant produces 3.5 billion kilowatt- hours per year, enough to power a' city of about. 140,000 people. It bumrs 1,430,000 tons of coal, uses .'2 "billion gallons of water and 146.000-ions of limestone. It also puts out, each year: 10.000 tqns of sulfur dioxide. Sulfur dioxide (SOx) is the main cause of acid rain, which damages forests, lakes and buildings. 10,200 tons of nitrogen oxide, Nitrogen oxide (NOx) is a major cause of smog, and also a cause of acid rain. ; *' 3.7 million tons of carbon dioxide: Carbon dioxide (C02) is the inain greenhouse gas. and is the leading cause of global warming. There'are no regulations limiting carbon dioxide emissions in the U.S. " 500 tons of small particles. Small.particulates are a health hazard, causing lung .damage. SPariculates smaller than 10 microns are not regulated, but may be soon. . n 220 tons of hydrocarbons. Fossil ,fuels are made of hydrocarbons; when they don't burn completely, they are released into the air. !They are a cause of smog. 720 tons of carbon monoxide. .Carbon monoxide (CO) is a poisonous gas and contributor to global warming.. 125,000 tons of ash and 193,000 tons of sludge from .the .. Taco Times Wednesday, December 28, 2005 123 S. Jefferson Street P.O. Box 888 Perry, Florida (850) 584-5513 DONALD D. LINCOLN Publisher DEBBIE CARLTON SUSAN H. LINCOLN Business Manager Managing Editor ANGELA M. CASTELUCCI BETH MANN Staff Writer Adlvertising Director CHARLES R. SADLER CAROLYN DuBOSE Staff Writer Promotional Adverhsing MARK VIOLA SARAH WEIRICK Staff Writer Classified Advertising The Taco Times (ISSN 07470967) is published each Wednesday by Perry News- papers, Inc., 123 S. Jefferson Street, Perry, Florida 32347. Subscriptions are $35.00 per year or $49.00 out of county. Periodcals postage paid at Perr Florida 32348. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the TACO TIMES, PO. Bor. 888, Perry, FL 32348. The Taco Times welcomes Letters to the Editor reflecting responsible opinions and views on the news. Please submit letters by Monday at 5 p.m. The Taco Times reserves the right to refuse publication of letters which are libelous or irre- sponsible. Name may be withheld if circumstances so require, but all letters sub- mitted should be signed by the writer and accompanied by a phone number for verification. We look forward to hearing fromyoul Our addresses Perry, Newspapers. Inc., P.O. Box 888, Perry, Florida 32348. e-mail- newsdesk@perrynewspapers.com Member Perry/Taylor County Chamber of Commerce. smokes.tack scrubber. A scrubber ui,',' p6dcdered' limestone and water to remote pollution from the plant's exhaust. Instead of going into the air. the pollution goes into a landfill or into products like concrete and drywall. This ash and sludge consists of coal ash, limestone, and many pollutants, such as toxic metals like lead and mercury. S225 pounds of arsenic, 114 pounds of lead, 4 pounds of cadmium, and many other toxic heavy metals. Mercury emissions from coal plants are.suspected of contaminating lakes and,'rivers in northern and northeast states and Canada. In Wisconsin alone, more than 200 lakes and rivers 'are contaminated with mercury. Health officials amrn against eating fish caught in these watersers since mercury; can cause, birth defects. brain, damage and other ailments. Acid rain also causes mercury poisoning by leaching mercury from rocks and making it available in a form that can be taken'up by organisms. STrace elements of uranium. All but 16'of the 92 naturally occurring elements, have been detected in coal, mostly as trace elements below 0.1 percent (1,000 parts per million, or ppm). A study by DOE's Oak Ridge Natiorial Lab found that,. radioacti e emissions from coal combustion are greater than those from nuclear power production. The 2.2 billion gallons of water it uses for cooling is raised 16 degrees F on average before being discharged into a lake or'river. By warming the water year-round it changcs.the habitat of that body of / maater. Will this water enter the. Fenhollo ay River, and the Gulf of Mexico? If not where will it go? Transportation of coal is typically' by rail and barge; much coal no%\ comes from the coal basins of Wyoming and the West. Injuries from coal transportation such as at train crossing accidents) are estimated to cause 450 deaths and 6S00 injuries per year. Transport ng enough coal to supply ju.r this one 500 MW. plant requires 14,300 train cars. That's 40 cars of coal per day. And we were told there would be 100 coal cars a day passing through town. Pollution controls can remove a significant part of the sulfur and particulate emissions, if properly monitored and maintained. Even so. the environmental impacts of coal are enormous. And despite the many innovative coal combustion technologies Please see page 3 Midweek Muddle _7 Alice in Megapixeland By SUSAN H. LINCOLN My gift this Christmas was a beautiful Then, God bless us all Tiny Tim, it was liew digital camera, with sleek lines and time to talk about downloading pictures delightful megapixels. That's the good and software, and loading pictures and news. The bad news is this: now software, and she acquired that "three everything I own is smarter than me-- o'clock look" that teachers wear when the husband, both the children, my car, they wonder what else they could do for my cell phone and now my camera. a living. In my growing-up days, the most :"Well, ask somebody at the photo lab complicated gift I ever got was a pair of for help," she said, when I presented a skates. Or that junior Swingline stapler. theoretical situation requiring. I could usually peel the orange, pat the assistance. A trend was now baby doll and read the book. developing, I noticed, as her words of Knowing that, the husband cleverly encouragement seemed to become aligned the receipt of this gift with the polite hand-offs. daughter's return from college. "Well, what if the people at the photo "She wants to, be a teacher," he said, lab don't know more.about it than I do?" "so we'll see how she does with you and I wondered. the new camera." "Well, then ask so-and-so at work," she I couldn't decide if that was a kind said. gesture or not. It sounded a little bit Or ask your third cousin, twice like a set-up. removed. Ask Jeeves. askSam. Ask. Technological understanding, as those anybody but me, was the message I of you in my age bracket can attest, found floating around in the air flows more freely--like hormones-- for although she was careful not to anyone under 30. The rest of us, who articulate it. grew up banging on tin drums and "You've done a great job," I said, standing in awe as dolls, said "Mama," taking a page out of her teacher-book are clueless.. Since I realize that and patting her on the back, while shortcoming, I am typically apologetic congratulating her for being patient and and sincerely interested in learning (a kind. I was well aware that my options little bit). were to read the dang manual or to be "Okay," 'the daughter said in her polite as she read it. Since I even dread teacher-voice, "Where do you think the the time change now, because I have to off-on switch is?" read a manual to figure out how to I love it when people begin at the .change the clock in my car, I knew my beginning, best chance of survival was to be polite. I picked out. the off-on switch easily After a couple of hours of fun, I think and recognized that the daughter has my face was becoming sad. the potential to be a very good teacher. "What's wrong?" she asked, also weary "Great," she said, affirming my good from the mental wandering. choice with pleasant facial expressions. "If you tell me one, more thing, I'm She went through the controls on the going to cry," I said. back of this camera, explaining each. "If I have to tell you one more thing, She took several pictures 'and then I'm going to cry," she said. asked me to replicate her actions. I had We turned the camera off. We turned to scroll to find the pictures and to the computer off. We turned the day remember never to "delete all files." off, and ate cookies. "lever,".she stressed. "I just think my memory card is full," I She issued commands; I followed said, trying to equate what was orders. happening in my head to what was Don't tell her but I think I got an "A" happening with my camera. because I applied myself. "Whatever," she said, grabbing another Then we went on a photo safari, the cookie. She had apparently found her daughter and me, as she ushered me way to the off-on switch, and used it. from the world of shutter speeds where And that gave me great confidence. If Y grew up, to the world of megapixels. It youTearn^early about off-on switches, was a little bit like Alice in you can go far in this life. Megapixeland. And eat more cookies. ~9* cc~ I 'I I e~- r -I I . I ~b -I I -j B-3 The Taco Times December 28, 2005 Small ads...big deals!! YARD SALE! 911 North Quincy St. Saturday Dec. 31 from 8-12 Toys, clothes- had to make room for new Christmas toys. 584-9753. 12/28-12/30 $275 BRAND NEW KING PILLOW TOP SET Factory sealed w/warranty. Can deliver. 850-545-7112 12/7tfnGCN :DINING, A CHARMING NEW oak table w/in lay, ball & claw feet, leaf, 2 arm chairs, 4 side chairs, hutch/buffet. $4500 sug, list, sacrifice $1900. 850-222-2113. 12/7tfnGCN DINING ROOM- Brand new cherry table w/leaf, 6 chairs & lighted china cabinet, Still boxed. $900. Can deliver. 850-222- 9879 12/7tfnGCN Leather Sofa, Love seat & Chair still wrapped: Retail $3400, sell brand new with warranty- $1250. 850-425-8374 12/7tfnGCN VEGGIES TO YOUR DOOR! Fresh-Picked, blanched, flash frozen, shelled zippers, butter beans, black eyes, white acres, ford hooks, cream corn, okra, green beans, broccoli, mustards & collards Free delivery every Saturday with 3 or more bushels 352-498-2580 Are you a cookbook collector? 1,000's of Vintage and Used Cookbooks for sale! Club and Church Collections from all over the country, international cookbooks, Better Homes and Garden, Southern Living and much more! At the Book Mart 1708 S. Byron Butler Pkwy. Perry, FL 584-4969 12/28-1/4 I'LL CLEAN YOUR HOUSE! for competitive rates call Violet at(850) 843-1112 12/21-01/13 Moving Sale! Stainless steel refrigerator, new washer, dryer & furniture. 84 Automobile with rebuilt engine. By appointment'only 850-584- 3998. 12/21-28 For Sale- Like' new Fireplace insert. Comes with piping for the house. Complete ($300) Call Mark at South House! 850-584-6021 12/14tfnSH BED-DOUBLE QUEEN PILLOW TOP SET New in plastic with warranty. $165, can deliver. 850-425-8374 12/7tfnGCN 6 PC. BEDROOM SET- Brand new sleigh bed, dresser, mirror, and night stand. $575, still boxed, can deliver. 850-222-9879 12/7tfnGCN BED, a sleigh bed including headboard, foot board &.rails. NEW in box, only $275. 'Call 850-222-7783 12/tfnGCN FOR SALE- Cherry Dining room suite- table 6 'chairs/ china cabinet- Cherry in color. $600. Call Mark. 850-584-6021 12/14tfnSH Blue Camel back sofa & Queen Anne style chair-$150.. 19 Ft. bass boat; make offer. 584-8505. 12/14-12/30 MATTRESS- New full set in plastic with warranty, $120. 850-222-9879 12/7tfnGCN FOR SALE- $95 used chainsaw great condition, check out and serviced. Brand name Husqvarna, 12/23tfnSH FOR SALE- $125 used chainsaw great. condition comes with carrying case. Brand name Homelite. Call Mark 584-6021 12/23tfnSH Bedroom- ALL NEW 7 PC set: All dovetailed, all wood-still boxed. Retail $4K. must sell $1500, can deliver. 850- 222-2113. 12/7tfnGCN CHAIR/ LOVE SEAT/ SOFA-$850 NEW Mi.:r.o lhter upholstery, hardwood frame & warranty, unopened. 850-545-7112 12/7tfnGCN For Sale 30 acres -- Taylor County, Surrounded by Foley Timber & Land, planted pines, good hunting. $5,000 per acre: The Forestry Company (850) 584- 8887 11/28tfTFC Land for sale, 221 between Shiloh Church Rd. and Cairo Parker Rd. 1 acre lots with paved roads. Owner financing available. Please call (386) 658-1346 or (850) 584- 7466. tfEF Woodridge Aparitents!! Lool i- for applicants! Apply now for 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. Equal Housing Opportunity. Call 850-584-5668. 709 W. Church St., Perry, FL 32347. TDD/TTY S711. tfWA Prestige Home Center Chiefland The Only Factory Outlet on the West Coast NO "DOUBLE TALK" WITH OUR ADVERTISING-- NO GAMES WITH OUR PRICES! Any New Home Purchased from Prestige Homes Includes FREE Delivery & Set-Up...PERIOD! " ~~ -3| ^yj^:| I VL e~~~p. I WW "-.* -BRAND NEW-- Choose from 2 or 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Exceeds New Gov't. Standards *275 ^CH InlfO., Includes AC, Heat, Skirting & Steps No Down Payment for Landowners! C60 Other Homes to Choose From!) Eggs are Cheaper in the Country, So are Prestige Homes! r N. Hwy. 19,Chiefland 800-477-2492 NURSES NURSES* NURSES You can have it all... Competitive salary, great benefits, and an opportunity for professional growth while doing the work you love. RNICase Manager Home care nurses needed for Taylor County RN & LPN PRNs Home care and continuous care nurses needed for Taylor County Great benefit package! 1 year nursing experience required. Interested candidates can apply in person or by faxing a resume to (850) 701-1395 or 'APPLY ONLINE! at g- www.bigbendhospice.org Big Bend Hospice '.. EOE/DFWP/ADA S.... Smoke free Workplace FOR REN Real nice- 3 BR, 2 Full bath double wide, porch, central heat, air, gas,, fireplace, water, sewer, furnished, 1 1/2 acres. $500- 600 month with $300 deposit. Call 584- 8618 12/21tfnBW 2 BR2 B 28x44 MOBILE HOME Set up in Everetts Mobile Home Park Rent $480 per month $200 deposit water, sewer & garbage included in rent. Application & references required. Call Monday- Wednesday 9 AM- 5 PM. 12/28tfn For Rent A frame House-Cedar Island Ideal for Couple. Available January 6, 2006. Monthly Rental. 352-498-3614 or' 352-356-0707 12/28-01/13 For Rent- 3 bedroom block house 1 bath central heat/air. Near shopping center in town. Will accept small family HUD certificate. $560 month and last month to occupy, Appointment only. No pets! 223- 3227 12/14-12/30 TAYLOR COUNTY BCC POSITION VACANCIES System Administrator- Salary range: $36,504-$47,629.44 + benefits= Direct coordinate & support local area computer network. Engineer I- Salary'range: $50,024- $65,269:97 + benefits+ Assist in organizing, planning & completing county engineering projects. Library Tech P/T -20 hrs. week= includes some evenings & weekends $7.29/hr. Library circulation duties. Roll Off Attendant Call in only= may include weekend or evening work $6.18/hr. Substitutes at county solid waste collection sites to insure proper procedures are followed. Kennel, Tech- (temporary: approximately Feb.- March) $6.49/hr. = Primarily clerical work. Entire job description, requirements and application can be obtained from www.tcfl- libinfo.com or Taylor Employment Connections, 1702 S. Jefferson Street. Beginning salaries commensurate with education and experience. Positions open until filled. EEO/VP/E5T/ background check employer. 12/14tfnBCC GULF COAST METAL T^ide LROOFING 'Galvalume Full line o, 3' Wide accessories in stock Painted Special Flashings Made All Types Warranted Metal Available Cut to your desired lengths Delivery Service Available Call Toll-Free 888-393-0335 352-498-0778 Horseshoe Beach, Fl. House for Rent! 3 Bedroom/1 bath w/in-ground pool. $750 a month 1st and last months rent plus $500 security deposit up front. Available Dec. 1st Please call 584-8275, evenings or leave message. 12/14-01/27 For Rent: Small apartment with no cooking facilities (only microwave and small refrigerator), 1 private bath, living room with bed. Utilities included. 584- 8045. 12/7-12-30 Southern Villas of Perry!! New Management)! HUi: VuChi-rs 3c.:.?pli: 1 and 2 berr.,,-,rr, HC aj non-Hc:' aC:es5ibl iparlimerini Call1850-584-8111, TDD/TTY 711. 315 Puckett Rd. Perry, FL 32347. Equal ' Housing Opportunity. tfSV. For Rent: small furnished sleeping room, and apartment.for rent. Available Nov. 2; $90 per week, $150 deposit, phone available. 838-1524 (pin #77) 10/26tfWB 5 BEDROOM! 3 Baths plenty of room. Buy for under $550 a month. 850-576-2105 11/4tfnUH DISCOUNTED MODELS Only 2 homes left. Must go! Save $$$$$$ Call today! 850-576-21.06 1-1/4tfnUH FIRST TIME Home buyers, if you have. enough' money for a deposit on an apartment You can probably own your own home. Call 850-576-2105. 11/4tfnUH NEW HOME-1370 Sq. Ft. 4 bedroom, 2 bath for under $475/month payments, . University Homes-850-576-2106 11/4tfnUH - Old appliances that are non working or just in your way? Give me a call & we will come pick them' upl Stoves, washers, dryers, etc., Call 843-0356. .12/9-12/28 Wanted "dead or alive; Junk cars, trucks, tractors, etc. Will buy, sell &.trade 4x4 & truck parts. S*M*A*S*H Towing, 386-688- 3999. 10/5ffS, Loss Prevention Associate for K-mart, 1809 Byron Buttler Parkway, Perry, FL. Full time with benefits, Experience preferred but not required, must be able to pass background check. Apply within an EEO. 12/16-12/30KMRT Route Sales. Excellent income for person willing to work long hours. 2 to 4 day work week. 850-574-3900EOE., 11/18-01/25SW Heavy Equipment Mechanic Local John Deere Dealership is looking for an experienced ,technician to diagnose, repair and provide general maintenance for construction and. foresl'y equipment. Qualified candidate must have full range of tools, be customer service oriented, and require little supervision.. Our company' provides a drug-free environment with competitive pay, excellent health and dental benefits, and 401(k) Retirement & Profit Sharing Plan, Qualified applicants should send resume to H.R, Manager, P.O. Box 3329, Albany, GA 31706 or email resume to hrmanager@flintholdings.com. 10/12tfFE . HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING FOR EMPLOYMENT . Bulldozers, Backhoes, Loaders, Dump Trucks, Graders, Scrapers, Excavators Train in Florida National Certification Financial Assistance Job Placerrent Assistance 800-383-7364 Associated Training Services www.atsn-schools.com U?~ mE .. .. Full time Office Administrator position available for busy development sales office in Steinhatchee, Must. be professional, good communicator, posses excellent computer and telephone skills and be self motivated. $10 hourly. Mail resume to Ramona Griner, Steinhatchee Rivergate, P.O Box 899, Steinhatchee, FL 32359 or call for an appointment 352-498- 4001 12/21 HELPm Clinic: Certified Medical Assistant, Part-Time Registered Medical Assistant, PRN, Steinhatchee Emergency Department: Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse, Full-time Emergency Medical Tech/Licensed Practical Nurse, Full-Time EMS: Emergency Medical Tech, Full-Time Paramedic, PRN Relief Advocates Taylor County Taylor County. Provide crisis intervention and domestic/sexual violence counseling to hotline callers and residents. Assist residents and their children in a_ community living environment. Crisis intervention skills required. Part-time, every other weekend and vacation coverage may require some overnights. Requires Bachelor's degree in social work or two years related experience. AA/EOE Refuge House is committed to. respecting and valuing diversity. Please send resume with cover letter stating position'being applied for to: Refuge House, Inc. P.O. Box 20910 Tallahassee, FL 32316 Fax 413-0395 12/28tfn REGISTERED NURSE: Ophthalmology Practice seeks RN for Ambulatory Surgery Center; PT Position, Flexible Hours 15-20 hrs; 2-3 days/week; Surgery Experience Preferred; Competitive Wages NATURE COAST REGIONAL SURGERY CENTER PERRY, FL Equal Opportunity Employer Call: 850-584-2778 Fax: 850-838-3937 12/14-12/30NC Help Wanted Badcock and More Set up and delivery. Must be 19 yrs old License Required Good Driving Record No phone calls apply in person. 1003 S. Jefferson St. 11/11tfBC TAYLOR County Health Department is recruiting for an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner Specialist, position number 082852, educated and trained in Family Practice. This position is responsible for providing the full range of family practice medical services. Medicaid training provider number required, Fingerprinting and Drug Screening required. Certificationas an ARNP in accordance with Florida Statute 464 required. Applicants should apply on line at https://jobs.myflorida.com Refer to requisition number 64084285. Closing date 01/06/06. 12/23-01/6TCHD HOUSEKEEPERS NEEDED Experienced' housekeeper needed. Dependable with reliable transportation is a must. Please apply in person at Steinhatchee Landing Resort, 203 Ryland Circle, Steinhatchee, FL 32359. 352-498- 3513. 12/9tfnSL WANT TO BUY Comic Books (collectibles-any year) Scrap Gold & Gold Silver Dollars=-: 6AO, CallMarkSouher :id (50)584-021 soh~to.ne A Behavioral Health Care Center is :currently seeking: ADULT CASE MANAGER #2156 & #1187 A MINIMUM OF A BACHELOR'S DEGREE WITH A MAJOR IN COUNSELING, SOCIAL WORK, PSYCHOLOGY, CRIMINAL JUSTICE, NURSING, REHABILITATION, SPECIAL EDUCATION, HEALTH EDUCATION, OR A BACHELOR'S DEGREE AND TWO YEARS FULL TIME OR 'EQUIVALENT EXPERIENCE WORKING WITH ADULTS EXPERIENCING SERIOUS MENTAL * ILLNESS. VALID DRIVERS LICENSE SHIFT 8 AM- 5' PM/ MONDAY-FRIDAY SALARY: $10.75 PER HOUR OR $12.92 OPS STATUS For more information and a complete listing of available positions: www,apalacheecenter.org Human Resources 2634-J Capital Circle NE, Tallahassee, FL Pre-Hire Drug Screen & FDLE background check AN Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Drug-Free Workplace 12/28-12/30APC PT Personnel Specialist Advent Christian Village 658-JOBS for Current Opportunities PT personnel specialist, HS diploma or equivalent required. Must be proficient in MS Office Suite, including Access & Excel, Personnel and workers' compensation administration experience preferred. Good organizational and customer service skills required. EOE; Drug Free Workplace. Criminal background verification required, Apply in person at ACV Personnel Department Mon through Fri, 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., Carter Village Hall, 10680 CR 136, Dowling'Park, FL resume to (386) 658- 5160 or visit www.ACVillage.net ,12/28-01/06 BLE jai I Toyota Tundra LTD Green V8 '01 loaded 4x4 w/ towing package & disc stereo only 47,360 mi asking $19,000. Mazda Protege '99 LX Sedan Black auto w/ override, power window, alarm 83k mi, asking $4,500. call 584-6953 or (850) 866- 9952 12/14-12/30 For Sale-1974 Bronco- Runs great/new brakes/ needs some body work- Great Hunting vehicle Sale at $2800.00 Call Mark 850-584-6021. 12114tfnSH 1986 Lincoln Towncar (white). Good transportation, looks great, runs good, A/C is cold, leather. $1,200. 584-8552 or838- 5317 (cell) 12/16tfLD Tractors for sale 21 hp 4/wd shiburu with loader $7000. 31 hp 2/wd yanmar with loader 6900. 36 hp 4/wd yammar..with loader 10,500. 42 hp John Deer 2000 model 7000. 33hp kubota with bushhbg mower 6900. Jim's Discount trailers. 850- 838-7807 or 850-584-4723 11/18-12/30 ... Campers-2004 gulfstream cavalier 32 ft travel trailer with slide out sleeps 8 full size fridge/ceramic toilet/dudted ac/heat holding tanks etc. $12900. 2005 park model 32 ft gulfstream cavalier no holding tanks or slide out 10500. Call Jim.850- 838-7807 or 584-4723 For Sale 1994 Travel Trailer sleeps 6, Fully Equipt, 28 ft $3,500 Call 584-4921 Leave message 12/21-01/27 Home Health: Registered Nurse, Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurse, Full-Time, PRN Social Worker, PRN Med-Surg: Registered Nurse, Full-Time, PRN Licensed Practical Nurse, PRN Certified Nursing Assistant, Full-Time, PRN Health Unit Coordinator, Full-Time Drug Free Workplace Equal Opportunity Employer Doctrs, emoral Hspta Pocket Watches Diamonds Postcards Sports Memorabilia STaylor County Historical Items Vintage metal toys/wind-up toys Discover the Power of the CLASSIFIEDS! Small Ads...BIG Deals! Doctors' Memorial Hospital is now hiring for the positions listed below. Our 48-bed acute care facility offers a competitive salary and benefits package, retirement plan, and flexible scheduling. Please fax resume to the Human Resources Department at (850) 584-0661, E-Mail to dianam@doctorsmemorial.com, or call (850) 584-0866. ---I, ---~P1~ Driver-Dedicated Regional COASTAL TRANSPORT' HOME EVERY WEEKEND GUARANTEED! 65% Preloaded/Pretarped Avg..$818-$896/week Jacksonville, FL Terminal CDL-A req'd 877-428-5627 www.ctdrivers.com 11/16tfnHTWR WANTED Now Hiring RN Needed RN Needed Director of Nursing, Full-Time Risk Manager, Full-Time Nurses & CNAs Full-Time or Part-Time Certified Activity Director Full-Time General Maintenance Position Full-Time, Heating & A/C Experience Preferred Marshall Health & Rehabilitation Center 1-850-584-6334 207 Marshall Drive Perry, A. 32347 Drug Free Workplace, Equal Opportunity Employer r"14 '1 V :" ---- -- Earn $300 a day! Free information simple process. Unlimited income working from home. www.rdcmusiccd.com 12/14-12/30 --.......~ B-4 The Taco Times December 28, 2005 assettHou-n-d- puppies for sale. 6 weeks old. $250. Call 838-1208 12/23-12/28 A-2-Z- arm and Lawn Services Harrowing, bush hog mowing, dirt leveling rake work and complete lawn services Call 584-6737, leave message. J.D.'s Tree Service and Lawn Care Licensed and insured. Free estimates. We also grind stumps. Call today 838-1280 Firewood for sale. tfJD A+ Blanco Home Cleaning Service, (8501 672-1298, Letty Blanco, Licensed , Insured. 10/5tfBCS Clay Swindle, L.L.C., All types Ot remodeling, docks, decks, windows, door framing, add on additions, porches, screen enclosures, painting interior & exterior. 18 yrs. exp., licensed & insured. Fre- Estimate, call 850-223-1780 or 843-1941 leave message. Commercial 1; Residential. 8/5tfCS TREE REMOVAL, STUMP GRINDING Free Estimates, Bucket Truck Available. Licensed & Insured. Call John (Sesock), (850)584-2027 or (850)591-8301. 10/5-9/2 20 year experience, stump grinding, tree .:imming, palm trees done professionally. Call John at 850-672-0290 12/21-1/13 The Handyman experts, honest work Affordable, professional, licensed and insured. Specializing in house painting, interior, etc., mobile home repairs, home maintenance, pressure washing (wood and concrete) carpet, vinyl, -wood floor, ceramic tile, anc repairs. Call 584-2270 (home) or 584-3776 (office). 25 years. tfJM TREE CAPITAL CLEANING UPHOLSTERY & CARPET CLEANING Dries in 3-4 hours 584-CLEAN S (584-2532) IN.THE CIRCUIT COURT, THIRD J JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR TAYLOR COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION In Re: The Estate of: Case No. 05-882-CP P DOROTHY E. DREYER, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS. The administration, of the estate of DOROTHY E. DREYER, deceased, whose date of death was July 26, 2005; .File Number 05-882-CP is pending in the Circuit Court for Taylor County, Florida,.Probate Division, the address of which is Post Office Box 620, Perry, Florida 32348. The names and addresses of the co-personal representatives and the co-personal representatives attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other Persons having clqim or demands against decedentis estate, on whom a copy of this notice has been served, must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE TIME OF SERVICE OF ' A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedentis estate must file their. claims'With this court WITHIN 3 'MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET FORTH'ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR.MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT'S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The-date of first publication of this notice is: DECEMBER 21, 2005. SMITH; SMITH & MOORE i,- ii ,r 1E. AT LAW, P.A. MICHAEL S. SMITH Attorney for Personal Representative Florida Bar No. 169621 P.O. Drawer 579 Perry, Florida 32348 Telephone: (850) 584 3812 Fcx' (850) 584-7148 -JEAN LEE RUBLE Personal Representative 2521 NW 182nd Street . Newberry, FL 32669 TAYLOR COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The Taylor County Board of County Commissioners is soliciting sealed RFP's for the sales, installation and training for a CML ECS-1000 and necessary equipment/software to equip a backup PSAP for the Taylor'County'911 system Qualified firms or individuals desiring to provide the required services must submit nine (9) packages in a sealed envelope or similar package marked "Sealed RFP for Taylor.County 911 Selective Router" to the Clerk of Court, 1st Floor Courthouse, 108 North Jefferson Street, Suite 102, or P.O. Box 620, Perry, Florida 32348, to arrive no later'than 4 SP.., local time, on 1/9/2006. All RFP's MUST have the respondent's name and mailing address clearly shown on the outside of the envelope or package when -submitted. RFP's will be opened and .respondent's announced at 6:20 .M. local time, or as soon thereafter as practical, on 1/9/2006 in the Taylor County Administrative Complex, Old Post Office, 201 East Green Street Perry, Florida 32347. RFP information MULT be obtained from the Clerk of Court, 1st Floor Courthouse, 108 North Jefferson Street, Suite 102, or, P.O. Box 620, Perry, Florida 32348, (850) 838-3506. The County reserves the right, in its sole and absolute discretion, to reject any or all RFP's, to cancel or withdraw this bid solicitation at any time and waive any Irregularities in the RFP process. The County reserves the right to award any contract tp the respondent which it i t ', And the winner is... Taylor County Middle School majorettes sold donation tickets for an 18' by 21' carport shelter, which was won by Lee Ellison. The shelter was donated by Big Bend Portable Buildings. Shown above are, front row, left to right, Kristina Wald, Kelsea Edmonds, Natalie Ricketson, Stephanie Handley and Brittany Pomeroy. Back row, from left, Marybeth Clark (co-captain), Cristin Howell, Amanda Flores (sponsor), Lee Ellison (winner), Shane Knowles (owner), Taylor McCroan and Diane Knowles (owner). Jobs 'temporary' , COAL Continued from page 2 being developed, the only practical way to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from coal is to get more energy out of each pound of coal--to increase the efficiency. But the efficiency of typical coal plants has peaked at about 33 percent, limited mostly'by their steam turbines. What doesn't become electricity becomes waste heat. I sincerely hope these facts from people who know and care about the environment will wake up the populace and let the "town fathers" know what they think. And to know what is in store Jo0 thcn het.lth wise, possibly long delays or accidents with the passing of trains and trucks through out the county, and environmentally. We "hear about the jobs to be created. They are temporary--the plant is a lifetime of continuous, obnoxious, assault on life. COAL. Carole Taitt deems to offer the best overall service; therefore, the County is not bound to award any contract based on the lowest quoted price. The County, in its sole .and absolute discretion, also reserves the right to waive, any minor defects in the process and to accept the bid deemed to be in the County's best interest. The County, in its sole and absolute discretion, also reserves the right to assign a local business preference in an amount of five (5) percent of the bid price. No faxed RFP's will be accepted. Additional information may be obtained from: Ken Dalton/911 Coordinator 108 N. Jefferson St. Perry. FL 32347 (850) 584-2429 ext 219 12/21,28 TAYLOR COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ'S) The Taylor County Board of County Commissioners is soliciting sealed RFQ's for a HEARING OFFICER FOR CODE ENFORCEMENT CASES FOR TAYLOR COUNTY FLORIDA Qualified firms or individuals desiring to provide the required services must submit their qualifications in a sealed envelope or similar package marked " Sealed RFQ for Hearing Officer for Code Enforcement Cases In Taylor County" to Wayne D. Humphries, 'County Administrator, 201 E. Green Street, Perry, Florida 32347, to arrive no later than '12:00 P.M. local time, on Monday, January 9, 2006 All RFQ'S MUS have the applicants name and mailing address clearly shown on the outside of the envelope or package when submitted. Once the RFQ's rereviewed and applicants announced at 6:15 P.M.. Monday, January 9, 2006, the County Commission will decide.who to interview at their regular meeting, to be held on Tuesday, January 24, 2006 The retainer and hourly rate will be negotiated. Each applicant must be an Attorney at Law, be a member in good standing with the Florida Bar, have.a working knowledge of land use problems and be able to make decisions of the enforcement of the Taylor County Code of Ordinances, have a working knowledge of Due Process and be a person willing to listen to both sides of an issue and give a well reasonable written decision. The County reserves the right, in its sole and absolute discretion, to reject any or all RFQ's to cancel or withdraw this solicitation at any time and waive, any irregularities in the RFQ process. The County also reserves the right to accept ,the RFQ deemed to be in the County's Best interest. No faxed RFQ's will be accepted. Additional information may be obtained from: Dannv Grlner County Bulldlna Official or Don Love Code Enforcement Officer 201 E. Green Street Perry. FL 32347 (850) 838-3500 xl BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, Taylor County, Florida 12/21,28 One dollar at a time Officials with the Taylor County Senior Citizens Center recently asked that everyone in Taylor County give $1, as a fundraiser for the center. Shown above are, from left, Laura Sadler and Megan Sadler, volunteers, giving d $1 donation to kick-off the program. Shown also is OAA Coordinator Roxi Johnson. Make room for those new holiday gifts! Place your yard sale ad in the classified! ~r~ps~5~3~s~~ - |