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CROSS CITY
SMOKE & SPIRIT
RAISES $300.00
FOR THE
AMERICAN
CANCER SOCIETY
When Bobby Bischoff
walked into Cross City
Smoke & Spirit some months
ago, he had no idea what he
was about to start.
"The elephant was just sit-
ting on the counter, no tray
or anything, so I put my
change on the suction cups. I
said to Mr. Patel, 'Maybe I'll
start something.'"
Soon after, the change was
stacked high on the back of
the elephant. A tray was
Eventually placed on its back
and donations from partons
are today estimated at
$300.00, which Mr. & Mrs Pa-
tel are donating to the Ameri-
can Cancer Society
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Thu
1/24
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Times of sun and clouds. Highs in
the mid 50s and lows in the low
30s.
Fri 5839
1/25 58/39
Times of sun and clouds. Highs in
the upper 50s and lows in the up-
per 30s.
Sat
1/26
69/44
Partly cloudy. Highs in the upper
60s and lows in the mid 40s.
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1/27 75/45 ,
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the mid 70s and lows in the mid
40s.
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BOARD OF THE COMMISSIONERS OF
DIXIE COUNTY
A good turn-out by the general public, of-
ficials and media. During the report by
Tony Johns, it became apparent that there
are no fire hydrants connected to the
Suwannee water plant, a situation that.is to
be remedied in the near future. What hap-
pened to them? They were included in the
original plans approved by the Commission,
but sometime between 2002 and 2003 they
disappeared due to lack of funding by Flori-
da Department of Environment Protection.
Once the hydrants are installed, residents
can look forward to a reduction in their
house insurance premiums.
The availability of $500,000 grant funds to
be used for Library improvements was
brought to the attention of the Board by
Rita Harris with the notion that the current library in Cross
City could be expanded into the adjacent vacant GenSpec
building.
Arthur Bellot, county manager, pointed out that the general
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removal of solid waste from around the county The cost of
$43 per ton covers the pickup of garbage, transport to the
transfer station for sorting and delivery to the land fill. Well
now you know! ...Continued on Page 7
3d ANNUAL DR
MARTIN LUTHER
KING JUNIOR
PARADE
In honor of Martin Luther King Day the residents of Cross
City and surrounding areas gathered together towitneis a
wonderful parade, followed by music and speeches.
The parade began at the Dlxie County High School, winding
across Highway 119, past Cross City City Hall, and ultimately
ending up in front of the Dixie County Courthouse.'
In the square across from the Courthouse a barbeque was set
up to feed all those who came to honor Dr. King's memory
Many people came to celebrate the memory of Dr. Martin
Luther King. A podium was erected on the steps of the Court-
house and from there members of our community spoke
about the message Dr. King brought to us.
"Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do
that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.
Hate multiplies hate, violence multiplies violence, and
toughness multiplies toughness in a descending spiral
of destruction....The chain reaction of evil--hate beget-
ting hate, wars producing more wars--must be broken,
or we shall be plunged into the dark abyss of annihila-
tion."
Those words were spoken at the ceremony, and they were
well chosen. Obviously Dr. King was on to something. If more
people abode by those words, the world would certainly be
bettered by it.
See more pictures on the Back Page...
RQDNEY SCOTT
NAMED- 2A
DIVISION
PLAYER OF'
THE YEAR
Koaney Scotu, a junior at
Dixie County High School,
has been selected as the 2A.a
Division Player of the Iear.
He has made 27 touchdowns
and scored 22 extra points for
a season total of 184 points
scored.
He has also completed 11
catches for gaining a total of
157 yards, andmade 250 rush-
ing attempts gaining for 2,017
yards, breaking Dixie Coun-
ty's record for the regular
season.
When asked the secret to his
success, he simply responded
"Practice."
It's hard to argue with logic
like that. Congratulations Mr.
Scott!
WEST
SQUAD
WINS
ALL-STAR
GAME
On the night of January 22,
2008 the Dixie County High
School had two of its seniors
compete in the all star game
against the East Squad.
Nate Carlton, and Taylor
Wilkerson were present on
the West Squad comprised of
players from Dixie, Madison,
Taylor, Suwannee, and
Lafayette Counties, and Trin-
ity Catholic.
Opposing them was the East
Squad, a team composed of
players from Colombia, Brad-
ford, Baker, Hamilton, and
Union Counties, and Fort
White.
The West Squad won the
game 7-0 when they picked
up a fumble and scored a
touchdown.
Great work!
DIXIE COUNTY HISTORICAL
SOCIETY SELECTS
JOHN DRIGGERS FOR
HISTORIAN OF THE YEAR
On Monday, January 22,
2008 the Dixie County Histor-
ical Society awarded John
Driggers the Historian of the
Year Award.
Mr. Driggers was selected as
Historian of the Year for his
service to our community.
The award was presented to
Mr. Driggers by Dennis Ben-
net.
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INDEX
2..........Viewpoints
3...Law Enforcement
4..Announcements
55. Announcements
6..Spotlight on Dixie
7..Spotlight on Dixie
8.Pathways to Faith
9....Entertainment
10.....,Real Estate
11.........Classifieds
12...........TV Guide
13...............Legal
14................School
15................Home
16......Family Fun
17................. Y.
18........ In Closing
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Behold the economy car
from India
India, having belatedly made it into the 20th century,
has now endeavored to make its mark on the 21st by producing a
car that sells for the cash American equivalent of a mere $2,500.
Before you take your SUV to a used car lot, bear in
mind that this little beauty won't be available to consumers in
this country for at least a couple qf'years, by which'time it
might have to undergo a few "upgrades," especially in Califor-
nia, before it'will be considered street legal.
Manufactured by Tata Motors, this innovation is so
stripped down that it makes a Model T Ford look like a luxury
car, especially when you consider its seating arrangements,
which accommodate only two not overly corpulent individuals.
(The Indian diet, being vegetarian in nature and not' excessive
in quantity, yields few calorically challenged specimens.)
Its two cylinder engine will propel this diminutive item
at a maximum speed of 65 mph, which would get you run over
by a large motorcycle on an interstate.highway,'though I don't
suppose they have interstate highways in India. And your sav-
ings, beyond the purchase price?
Well, it does get 50mpg. Hey, that's not bad. You have to
pay top buck for a car that will get that kind of mileage here in
the good ol' USA. Car dealers in this country brag about the
"economy" of a jalopy that will get you 35mpg. If you want
50mpg, better figure on paying through the nose for a "hybrid"
that you can plug in to your light bill when you park it, and
don't figure on getting it on the cheap. These days, economy can
be expensive in the transportation market.
Funny thing, it was not always thus. Way back about 20
years ago, I bought an economy car that havee driven about two
or three times around the odometer and, needless to say, it has
required some maintenance beyond an occasional,oil change in
the interim. However the only impediment to its lasting forever
seems to be the increasing scarcity of replacement parts.
I've been driving this little gas-miser for so long that I
don't even remember what I paid for it, but it sure couldn't have
been top buck, because I was basing the purchase more on a
modest sticker price than good gas mileage. I just lucked out
and got both.
n By that, I mean 50mpg. Highway, in town, 50mpg. AC
on? No problem, still 50mpg. I filled up once a week for five
bucks. The years have taken their toll, but she still gets 40mpg,
which is better than the "economy" cars that the salesman tells
you will get 35. Of course, I no longer fill up once a week for
five bucks. Not the car's fault, thought
My econochariot can comfortably seat two adults in the
front seats and another two less comfortably in the back, and
still have modest storage space aft of the back seat.
Oh yes; this paragon of four-wheeled economy is not
limited to 65mph. I've had it up to 85 (FHP note: I was on a race
track, not a public highway) and it still wasn't flat out. Other-
wise, competitive highway speeds do not abate its frugal con-
sumption of motor fuel.
T My question at this point is, why in hell can't Detroit,
Tokyo, New Delhi or any other auto manufacturing capital just
make a compact car that is economical in both purchase'price
and fuel economy without being a cartoon caricature from a
1940scomic strip? (You do remember "Smokey Stover," don't
you?)
Having fielded this question numerous times previous-
ly without getting a straight answer, I must conclude, that auto-
mobile manufacturers, at home and abroad, could do exactly
that if they wanted to, only for some reason, they don't want to.
If a good small car could get 50mpg 20 years ago, you should be
able to get that kind of mileage out of an SUV today and 70mpg
out of a compact. And if manufacturers wanted to be competi-
tive in the:area of gas mileage, this would already have hap-
pehed and we wouldn't have government bureaucrats setting
mileage criteria.
As of December 19, 2007 I1 have resigned my position as Coor-
dinated fort United Christian Services. I would like to thank
all those who supported me, giving me the opportunity to
serve our community and our lord over the last 3 1/2 years.
To those persons who are in need of services, please call
Martha Jane Osteen or William R. Boone at United Christian
Services 352-498-5702 as I will no longer be taking these calls.
Once again, thank you and God bless you.
Patricia Arcadi
STATE SONG
I find it apalling that our government has nothing better to
do than sit around and make changes to, things like our state
song. I am a 4th, yes 4th, generation Floridian. My Great
Grandmother was even in National Geographic in 1967 in an
article called "Florida Crackers", so I think that some woman
from England wanting to change our state song "Old Folks At
Home" is ridiculous. Maybe we should change the state bird
to "Donald Duck" and the state animal to "Mickey Mouse" be-
cause we already have a "Goofy" for state governor: If he
wanted to change the state song, it should at least have been
written by a true Floridian. Not a 12 year transplant. Our
state song has been in place for 73 years, so what makes it the
wrong song now? I've been told that Gov. Crist would not let
our state song be played at his installment ceremonies. You
call yourself a Floridian? HA! I've lived in Florida longer
than he has been alive!
If anybody else feels the same, please call:
Will Kendrick 850-488-7870 State Rep.
Charley Deen 866-538-2831 State Rep
or call your own State Rep.
Thank you for your help,
John R. McDaris
Steinhatchee, Fla. & Suwannee, Fla.
Dear Editor:
As I read the front page of the "Advocate" dated January 17,
2008, the next.thoughts came to me. Why does anyone want to
change, things?. Due to people wanting to change things, we
have to know several languages in order toworkfor some
state or federal entities. We can no longer give prayers in
public schools; prayers that are given in public have to be
non-demoninational, etc. What a change in the problems of
the country since the prayer was removed. Our country was
founded "Under God." The pilgrims thanked God for allowing
them to land on this continent. Who are we to take God out
of our Country's foundation?
Where are the fundamentals of our country headed? The
USA was founded by our forefathers, who left their countries
to find a land free of religious, fanatical, or military depres-
sion. Some of them started with not much more than the
clothes on their backs; yet, they made a new life for them-
selves and their families. America was haven to people who
spoke different languages, BUT learned English to have a
common denominator. Why can't the people seeking refuge
in our country, now-learn to speak and read English? they
should also say and mean the Pledge to the American Flag
with their hand over their heart. IF they can't do this then
they should go back to where they came from, or evidently,
wnat to be. After all, they entered OUR COUNTRY with the
request to become an American Citizen! To me, that means
to become one of us with our privileges, rights, laws, and op-
portunies.
Now someone wants to change our State's Song, just because
the Governor deleted it from his inaugural? That was his
chauce. This song is part of our history, and the words used
in it were of that time and era. To shove it on a shelf of his-
tory and leave it there is to lose a part of us.
No, I am not a Florida born citizen. But when I moved here,
I took pride in becoming a citizen of Dixie .County and Flori-
da. I like our County and State the way it is. Oh, there will
be changes, but I don't plan to make any, just enhance what
we have.
Sincerely,
Mary Kennedy.
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to sell those
old items you
have just
lying around
the house?
Sell Them In
The Classifieds
352.498-3312
Dixie County Chamber of
Commerce will be holding
its annual banquet and
award ceremony on Mon-
day, January 28,2008 at
6:30 P.M. at the
Trailriders Club.
For more information
please call 352-498-5454
and speak to Julie.
As I was at the side line cheering on the young men of the
Cross City Devils semi-pro football team along with some
Cross City fans that tagged along to our game in Ocala, on
Monday, 21, 2008. I kept seeing all the talent that we have
and how it goes to waste if we as parents and concerned citi-
zens don't do anything about it. To all those who love to com-
plain about our young men and neighborhoods and how
someone needs to do something about it, well someone has
done something about it, me! I came up with a great idea to
keep them busy and trying to keep them off the streets and
corners and I sure thought I would get the support from our
local busineses, local churches and local football fans.
I know that everyone has a problem with the name Devils
but we all have a little bit of that inside each and every one of
us and it would be hipocritical and silly not to help the
young men of our community just because of a name. The
sport is football and we all love football and these guys. Once
upon a:time you cheered them on when they were in high
school some made it past high schools and into colleges ana
some didn't have that chafide to fulfill their dreams off'being
the next NFL player to come out of Cross City. On February
02, 2008 we kick off @ 6pm our 2008 season with our first
game here in Cross City and it would really be very thought-
full of our community to come out and support them as they
will be playing against some teams that have been around for
years. We are a new team but we have the heart and courage
to take on anyone, win or loose. We do it. People are very fast
to lock up and look down on our guys but very slow to do
something about it, so I ask of everyone to come on out and
support them and stop looking down on us.
Thank you,
Elaine Ortiz-Harden and the Cross City Devils.
Also, we are looking for: coaches and players as,well as vol-
unteers to help out on our home games @ gate and conces-
sion as well as chains etc. please contact: Elaine Ortiz-
Harden @ 352-498-2691 352-872-6963 352-578-5053
The Cross City Devils would like to thank the following for
being the first and only ones tomake donations to the Cross
City Devils: Stanley @ Foodland, Tri-County Primary Care,
Mr. Hoyt J. "Buddy" Lamb, and Mr. Troy and Rhonda John-
son we appreciate it. Anyone willing to sponsor the'team, or
donate please call the numbers above or mail to 90 S.E. 276th
ST, Cross City, FL 32628 or email @ crosscitydevils@aol.com
or elainetroublexl@aol.com. Thank you and hope to see you
there!
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GROUP WANTS TO KICK
PREDATORS OFF OF
MYSPACE & FACEBOOK
Legislattur should consider measures
that are more comprehensive in
a mtgting convicted sex predators who
utilize social networking websites.
Tallahassee Today the
Coalition for Online Safety
announced that they would
be calling on parents and
concerned citizens to oppose
HB 411 as it is written in its
current form. Specifically,
the concern is that the pro-
posed bill is too lenient in
that it potentially singles out
some providers without ap-
plying similar standards to
all. It also does not clearly de-
fine required safety disclo-
sures.
"We are wholeheartedly dedi-
cated to ensuring the protec-
tion of all legitimate users of
the Internet," said Coalition
Chairman Carmen Salman.
"However, we believe the
most effective way to do this
is to ban all convicted sexual
offenders from accessing all
social networking Websites. If
we want to get serious about
our safety then we must start
focusing on common sense
solutions that provide real,
meaningful protection and
not just a false sense of secu-
rity."
The Coalition for Online
Safety is a not-for-profit cor-
poration. Its 2008 agenda will
include policy development,
building a network of con-
cerned consumers and Inter-
net vendors, and advocating
for measures to increase safe-
ty and security
NOTICE
The Dixie Soil and Water
Conservation District Board
will hold their regular sched-
uled monthly meeting on
Tuesday, February 12, 2008 at
6:30 p.m. The meeting will be
held at Cypress Inn Restau-
rant in Cross City Florida.
A copy of the agenda may be
obtained by calling Darlene,
Smith at (352) 486-2672 x 3.
DIXIE COUNTY
DEPUTIES ON THE
LOOKOUT FOR
BANK MONEY
Law enforcement officials
were issued a lookout for a
vehicle driven by a man who
had removed a money bag
from Capital City Bank in
Gilchrist County on Tuesday
afternoon.
The truck was being driven
by a white male in blue jeans
and a t-shirt.
Further details were not
available at press time.
TWO FORMER POSTAL
EMPLOYEES SENTENCED
IN MAIL THEFT CASES
Pensacola, Florida Gregory
R. Miller, United States Attor-
ney for the Northern District
of Florida, and James B.
Davis, Special Agent in
Charge of the Miami Office
of the USPS Office of Inspec-
tor General announced today
Tony David Grimsley and
Bobby Ray Pruett, both for-
mer employees of the United
States.Postal Service, were
sentenced today by United
States District Judge M.
Casey Rodgers following
their mail theft convictions.
Grimsley was found guilty
following a jury trial of theft
of 214 "movie coupons" is-
sued to mail customers by
Movie Gallery, Inc. In a sepa-
rate case, Pruett, the former
local chapter president of
American Postal Workers
Union, entered a plea of
guilty to mail theft charges
in connection with his open-
ing of first class mail parcels
and theft of the contents. Evi-
dence in both cases included
covert surveillance video,
oral and written confessions,
and testimony from law en-
forcement and civilian wit-
nesses.
Grimsley was sentenced to
six (6) months of home deten-
tion, a $1,000 fine, $800 resti-
tution to Movie Gallery, Inc.,
and two (2) years of super-
vised release. Pruett, who
was on State of Florida pro-
bation for an unrelated crime
at the time of the offenses,
was sentenced to seven (7)
months imprisonment, a $500
fine, two (2) years of super-
vised release, and a $200 spe-
cial monetary assessment.
"U.S. Postal Service employ-
ees, are given a special trust
to properly handle mail that
comes into their possession,"
said U.S. Attorney Miller.
"When even one postal em-
ployee violates that trust, it
is a cause for concern for all
customers of the mail sys-
tem."
"Although the vast majority
of the Postal Service's 800,000
employees are honest and
trusted public servants, there
are a small number who be-
tray that trust. In those in-
stances, criminal prosecution
is vigorously pursued," said
Special Agent in Charge
Davis. "The Inspector Gener-
al's mission is to promote in-
tegrity and accountability
in America's postal system."
Both cases resulted from the
investigation of the United
States Postal Inspection Ser-
vice Special Agents David
Williams and Guy Nelson.
Grimsley was prosecuted by
Assistant United States At-
torney Thomas P. (Tom)
Swaim, and Pruett was prose-
cuted by Assistant United
States Attorney Randall J.
(Randy) Hensel.
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CANADIAN LAWYER
BUSTED IN N. FLORIDA
Pensacola, Florida Gregory
R. Miller, United States Attor-
ney for the Northern District
of Florida, announced that
69-year old Jerrold L. Gunn, a
Canadian citizen and retired
attorney, was convicted
yesterday afternoon of con-
spiracy to commit wire fraud
and securities fraud and of
conspiracy to commit money
laundering. The guilty ver-
dicts followed a week and
half long trial before Senior
United States District
Judge Lacey A. Collier.
Gunn turned himself in to
the United States Marshals'
Service on August 30, 2007, af-
ter losing his fight against
extradition to the United
States following his indict-
ment on June 21, 2000. Gunn
is the final defendant to be
convicted for his role in a
multi-million dollar "pyra-
mid" scheme which purport-
ed to offer investors high-
yield returns on investments
operated by "Bridgeport Al-
liance." Twelve others have
been convicted in prior pro-
ceedings, including William
West of Niceville, Florida,
currently serving a 136-
month sentence. Previous
sentences have ranged from
63 to 156 months in prison.
The investments were
claimed to be a secret pro-
gram to purchase United
States Treasury obligations
and leverage them to earn re-
turns of 360% per year and
higher. The investment pro-.
grams, operated under the
names "Hammersmith Trust"
and "Microfund," never actu-
ally existed. Instead, the in-
vestors'money was used to
pay earlier investors in order
to promote and continue the
fraud. Throughout the fraud,
the investors' money was
laundered through a number
of corporate accounts until
finally disbursed to the use
and benefit of the defen-
dants. The organization
took in approximately $60
million from investors dur-
ing the life of the conspira-
cies. Trial evidence showed
that Gunn structured the
contracts, kept the true pur-
pose of the scheme secret
and away from regulators,
vouched for the programs'
success, and created an off-
shore bank called "AmPac" in
order to launder investment
funds.
Gunn is scheduled to be sen-
tenced on April 8; 2008. He
faces a maximum of five (5)
years imprisonment, a
$250,000 fine, and 3 years of
supervised release for the
wire fraud and securities
fraud conspiracy, and a maxi-
mum of ten (10) years impris-
onment, a $250,000 fine, and 3
years of supervised release
for the money laundering
conspiracy As a result of the
conviction, Gunn also faces
criminal forfeiture of all
property, real or personal, in-.
volved in the offenses.
This case was investigated by
the Internal Revenue Service
Criminal Investigation, the
U.S. Department of Home-
land Security Bureau of Im-
migration and Customs En-
forcement, the Federal Bu-
reau of Investigation, and the
Florida Department of Fi-
nancial Investigation.
The case is being prosecuted
by Assistant U.S. Attorney
Michelle M. Heldmyer.
McCOLLUM SUES
"RESCUE
FORECLOSURE"
COMPANY,
ANNOUNCES LEGISLA-
TION TO FIGHT
MORTGAGE-RELATED
FRAUD
-Attorney General, state leaders seek
to protect homeownersfrom
deceptive practices ~
TALLAHASSEE, FL Attor-
ney General Bill McCollum
today announced a multi-
pronged initiative to combat
mortgage-related fraud,
specifically fraud involving
"rescue foreclosure" scams.
As part of the litigation and
legislation-based initiative,
the Attorney General today
filed a lawsuit asserting
South Florida-based National
Foreclosure Management
and multiple affiliates de-
frauded at least 80 homeown-
ers out of approximately $1.7
million in home equity.
These allegations were inves-
tigated by a new task force
developed by Attorney Gen-
eral McCollum to target
mortgage-related fraud, an
effort bolstered by proposed
legislation to strengthen
provisions against mortgage
rescue scams. The legisla-
tion, sponsored by Senator
MikeFasano and Represen-
tative Clay Ford, was un-
veiled this afternoon.
Beginning in October 2004,
National Foreclosure Man-
agement which now does
business as American Home
Rescue, Inc. selected home-
owners who had substantial
equity in their homes but
were in the process of being
foreclosed upon. The compa-
ny would offer to hold the ti-
tles to the homes for a year,
refinance the debt, and pro-
vide cash and credit repair
counseling to the homeown-
er, all while allowing the
homeowner to remain in
the house. The company
claimed it would deed the.
property back at the end
of the year after the foreclo-
sure had been avoided and
the homeowner's credit was
repaired.
Once the company had ob-
tained the title to the house,
the Attorney General's law-
suit. alleges the company
would strip the equity from
the homes by refinancing
them at inflated prices and
by assessing fraudulent
fees and costs, leaving little
or nothing for the homeown-
er to recoup. The home
would then be sold outright
to an investor or a straw buy-
er who would lease the home
back to the homeowner at a
rental rate far exceeding the
original mortgage payment,
virtually ensuring the home-
owner's eventual eviction.
According to the lawsuit, the
homeowners would end up
with neither the titles to the
homes nor the equity that
rightfully belonged to
them.
The lawsuit, filed with the
Office of Financial Regula-
tion, seeks restitution to the
affected homeowners, disso-
lution of the rescue foreclo-
sure companies, and revoca-
tion of the mortgage bro-
kers' licenses revoked. Don
Saxon, Commissioner of the
Office of Financial Regula-
tioht, expressed gratitude to
Attorney General Bill McCol-
lum and Chief Financial
Officer Alex Sink for their
continued support and com-
mitment to protect con-
sumers.
"Mortgage fraud is a destruc-
tive crime that can destroy a
family's future in an instant,
and we need stronger laws to:
protect Florida's con-
sumers," said Chief Finan-
cial Officer Sink, who over-
sees the Department of Fi-
nancial Services and who
heralded today's actions as
essential to the fight against
mortgage-related fraud. "It is
downright disgraceful.that
some would use trickery to
steal the dream of homeown-
ership from a struggling
Floridian."
In addition to filing the law-
suit, the Attorney General
today announced the filing of
the "Foreclosure Rescue
Fraud Prevention Act,"
sponsored by Senator Mike
Fasano (R-New Port
Richey) and Representative
Clay Ford (R-Gulf Breeze).
The proposed legislation will
ensure that, among other
things, homeowners are
properly informed about
their rights when they are
signing a contract with a
foreclosure rescue entity
The proposed legislation of-
fers the following key provi-
sions:
-- A five-day right of cancel-
lation period that allows the
consumer to cancel the
agreement with the foreclo-
sure rescuer;
-- Requirements that foreclo-
sure rescuers include in the
contract clear and conspicUi-
ous notice to homeowners of
:this right of cancellation as
well as a recommendation
that the homeowner contact
the lender or mortgage
servicer prior to the signing
of the agreement and a pro-
vision that states the consul-
tant is prohibited from ac-
cepting any form of pay-
ment until all services are
completed;
-- Definitions of such terms
as "Equity Purchaser,"
"Foreclosure Consultant,"
"Foreclosure-related Ser-
vices," and "Foreclosure Res-
cue Transaction"; and
-- That all violations of this
act are defined as an unfair
and deceptive trade prac-
tices and are subject to the
penalties included in Part II
of Chapter 501, FloridaS-
tatutes.
Today's legislation is filed
under Senate Bill 992 and
House Bill 643. Parties
named in today's lawsuit are
National Foreclosure Man-
agement, Inc; American
Home Rescue, Inc.; National
Property Holding Group,
LLC; The Mortgage Practice,
Inc.; Southeast Capital Mort-
gage Company; Barrister Ti-
tle Services, Inc.; GMC Land
Services of Florida, Inc., do-
ing business as Richmond
Abstract, Inc.; Bernard
Williams; Wyman E Roberts;
Lakeisha Marion; Anna Sil-
va; Albert Nae; Linda Ru-
binchik; Rhona Oliver; Tracy
Needleman; Gina Rock; John
Sarlo, Dianna Brown-
Flournoy; and Reina Roman.
A copy of the lawsuit against
National Foreclosure Man-
agement is available online
at: http://myfloridalegal.com/web-
files.nsf/WF/MRAY-
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1/14/2008
Martin, Steven D., 32, Judge Koberlein, Sent 90 days CJ
Bujanda-Callejas, Luis, 28, Hold for USMS
Burch, Nina Rene, 38, Gamble, Non Support
1/16/2008
Hopper, Heidi Rebecca, 19, Sutton, VOP-Petit Theft ES. 948.06
1/17/2008
Sams, Jeffery Arthur, 44, D. Watson, Poss Cont Sub 893.13, Poss Drug Para 893.147
Duffy, Reginald, 25, D. Watson, Poss of firearm in Corm of Felony
Jones, Johnny Ray, 43, Trp. Caulk, Poss Crack Cocaine 893.13, Poss Drug para. 893.1471.1
Zajack, Kenneth Scott, 40, D. Caulk, Worthless Checks (Marion Co.), Worthless Checks,
(Alachua Co.) Three Counts
1/18/2008
Sweat, Laura J., 47, Serve weekends.
Wilson, Matthew Scott, 18, May, Burg. of Conv 810102, Theft 812.04, Principle in the first
777.011, Principle in the first 777:011.
Juvenile, 17, May/Wimberly, Principle in the First 777.011, Burglary 810.02, Theft 812.02, -
Burglary of Conv 810.02, Theft 812.04
Caballero, Saul, 30, FHP Strickland, VOP 948.06 DUI Gilchrist, DWLS:322.34.2A
1/19/2008
Chan, David Christopher, 20, R. Downing, VOP 948.06
1/20/08
Ooley, Susan Woods, 52, FHP Martin, DUI Property Damage.316:193GC1, Leaving scene of
crash
NOTE: It is the policy of The Dixie
County Advocate to remove from our jail
log the name of any person or persons at
the request of their immediate family.
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THANK YOU
TTAYDtJy BIRfTHAy XED!
BUDDY "POSSUM" PARSELLS
The Parsells family would like to thank family and friends who were there for us
during our time of need. The cards, phone calls, flowers, and food were greatly ap-
preciated. There's not enough we could say to let you know how much you're appre-
ciated. God has a plan for each of us. Even though Buddy will be deeply missed, we
know he is in heaven building a hot rod or repairing heaven's gates waiting on our
arrival. May God bless each and every one of you. ,
The Parsells
I XXOW, YOU CAN'T READ THlS,
BUT WE OYVE ,YOU ANYWAy!
Have an event
met coming up that you
itCr2 would like to let
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everyone know
and, we'll place an
announcement in ,the
Calendar of Events!
LIST OF POLLING
PLACES
First Dist.
Community Building
9333 NE 349 Hwy
Masonic Lodge
325 NE 134 St
School Board
Meeting Facility
841 SE 349 Hwy
Suwannee
Community Center
23465 SE 349 Hwy
Community Building
1950 SE 55A Hwy
Stockade/Ward Ave
103 SE 45 Ave
City Hall
99 NE 210 Ave
County Building
376 SE 292 Ave
Jena Community Center
66 SW 292 Ave
Horseshoe Beach
Community Center
18 5th Ave E
Polls will be open
January 29, 2008
7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
ABSENTEE BALLOTS
January 24, 2008 --- 1ST day to provide absentee ballots to designees
for the Presidential Preference (Section 101.62, ES. up to 5 days pri-
or to the election):
Any elector may designate in writing a person to pick up the ballot
For the elector; however,.the person designated may not pick up
more than two absentee ballots per election, other than the de-
signee's own ballot, except that additional ballots may be picked up
For members of designee's immediate family For purpose of this
section, "immediate family" means the designee's spouse or the par-
ent, child,
grandparent, or sibling of designee's spouse.
The designee shall provide to the supervisor the written authoriza-
tion by the elector and a picture identification of the designee and
must complete an affidavit. The designee shall state in the affidavit
that the designee is authorized by the elector to pick up that ballot
and shall indicate if the elector is a member of the designee's imme-
diate family and, if so, the relationship. (Section 101.62 4(b) (4), F.S.
UFITI
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Thursday January 24, 2008
CARD OF THANKS
fhe family of MichaeC O'qeaC
wouCl Fle to thank everyone for the
prayers, Cove, andsupp ort given to us
during the losso our brother.
The car, food flowers, and yhone
caCls meant so much.
SMay godBless,
Kenny 9agin, Randy O'eaC, W. C.
Mills, Susan Cannon, and Robin
evingston
tTHE FRATERNAL MILITARY
ASSOCIATION OF THE U.S.A. Will tour
the Normandy Invasion Beaches, London,
Bastogne, Brussels, Amsterdam, Paris,
and more... departing from New York,
June 17, 2008
Current, past military personnel, friends,
plus the general public are invited to
participate in, this memorable journey to
commemorate the 64th anniversary df
D-DAY June 6, 1944.
For information call Sy Canton at 561-865-
8495 or write to him at 14130-C, Nesting
Way, Delray Beach, Florida 33484
NEED A REASON TO
CELEBRATE? LOTS OF
HOLIDAYS LEFT IN
JANUARY!
17 Ditch New Years Resolutidns
Day
18 Thesaurus Day
18 Winnie the Pooh Day -The
Birthday of Winnie's author A.A.
.Milne
19 National Popcorn Day
20 National Buttercrunch Day
20 Penguin Awareness Day
21 Martin Luther King Jr. Birth-
day.
21, National Hugging Day
21 Squirrel Appreciation Day
22 National Blonde Brownie Day
23 National Pie Day
23 National Handwriting Day
23 Measure Your Feet Day-
24 Beer Can Appreciation Day
24 Compliment Day
25 Opposite Day
26 Spouse's Day
27 Chocolate Cake Day
27 Punch the Clock Day
28 Fun at Work Day
28 National Kazoo Day
29 National Puzzle Day
29 National Cornchip Day
30 National Inane Answering
Message Day
31 Backward Day
31 Inspire Your Heart with Art
Day
THANK YOU!
Tri-County Toys for Tots would like to thank all of those who helped us this year. During the
3 months that TFT was in full swing we had 25 representatives who, combined, put in over
5,000 volunteer hours and 43,024 miles on their vehicles. We would also like to thank the Tri-
County Marine Corp League 1019 who sponsored us, and the Marines from this unit who
helped. You were there at every fundraiser, event, and parade. Thank you. We were able to
provide Christmas for 1,931 children in the Tri-County area. Donations from business', indi-
viduals, and the fundraisers pur on by others made this possible. God Bless you all!
Vince Arcadi
Coordinator
Tri-County Toys for Tots
iveals on wneels in
Suwannee right now,
there are no Meals on
Wheels community
serving site in Suwan-
nee, Florida. Still, there
are many seniors in the
community that would
benefit from the ser-
vice, A survey is being,
conducted by Dr.
Michael L. Lowery, Se-
nior Pastor at Suwan-
nee Fellowship to deter-
mine who and how
many in the Suwannee
vicinity may desire to
receive the service and
how many volunteers
may be willing to help
offer the program. If
you are a senior and in-
terested in receiving
the Meals on Wheels
program, or would like
to volunteer in offering
the program, call 352-
542-2656 or email dr-
pastor(@,aol.com.
AMERICAN LEGION
POST 383- is open
from 9 am until 9 pm.
The Legionnaires meet.
on the 3rd Wednesday
of each month and the
Auxiliary meets on the
2nd and 4th Wednes-
days of each month; all
3 meetings at 7 pm.
SAL meets on the 1st
and 3rd Mondays of
each month at 7:30 pm.
Karaoke every Tuesday
night at 6 pm- and Carl
Mmiller on the 1st Thurs-
day of every month.
For more information
call 542-2021. u
Holy Cross Catholic
Cnurcn mingo every
Tuesday evening 6:00
p.m US. 19. Doors
open at 6:00 pm. --
snacks available. Free
coffee. Rosary every
Tuesday at 3:00 pm. 352-
498-5617
PREGNANT? Need
help? Free pregnancy
test & confidential
counseling. Office
hours: Monday &
Thursday, llam-4pm.
Look for our sign on
Hwy. 19, across from
Dixie Co. High School.
(352) 498-7776.Ufn
Forest Park Hill Com-
munity Center Has a
Bingo every Monday
Evening, Doors open at
4:30 pm, games start at
6:30pm. Funds are to
support the center and
charities.
Veterans of Foreign
Wars Post #5625,
Chiefland, would like to
announce the annual
Voice of Democracy
and Patriot's Pen Schol-
arship Awards. Appli-
cations are available at
the local high and mid-
dle schools or contact
Jacob Wynn 352-493-
1159 at the VFWW
TOPS MEETING-
Take off pounds sensi-
bly meets at St. Alban's
Church North
Chiefland. Hwy 19-
Wednesday 10:30am for
more information 352-
542-3131.
NOTICE NOTICE NO-
TICE!! SUWANNEE
RIVER SHRINE CLUB
BREAKFAST Join us
on 1/2 Mile North of
Fanning Springs on 26!
Will be serving eggs,
grits, gravy, sausage,
pancakes, biscuits, tea
and coffee! All You Can
Eat for $4.00! While
you are there, check out
the Pure Cane Syrup
for sale! Proceeds bene-
fit the Suwannee River
Shrine Club and are
not tax-deductible!
EOW-1/3
NA MEETINGS --
Mondays at 6:30 pm at
the Old Town United
Methodist Church.
DIXIE COUNTY EDU-
CATION FOUNDA-
TION meets on the sec-
ond Monday of each
month at 3:30 p.m. at
the Public Library in
Cross City.
STATE PARK TO HOST
BLACKSMITHING
WORKSHOP The class
will be taught by Roy
Balthazard and will be
held any Mondays,
Wednesdays and Satur-
day through February,
2008.call Craft Square
at (386) 397-1920 or visit
the Web site at
www.StephenFosterC-
SO.org.
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KNIGHT GRADUATES BASIC
Army Pvt. John A. Knight has graduated from basic combat
training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C.
During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the
Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical
fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic com-
bat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet
training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship,
armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, mili-
tary courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot
marches, and field training exercises.
He is the son of Helen H. Liles, and John C. Knight, both of
Cross City, Fla.
Knight graduated in 2003 from Dixie County High School,
Cross City
SPRINGHOUSE QUILTERS
The new year is getting off tola good beginning for Spring-
house Quilters. Faith Stanton has worked up a list of new
classes-workshops that will be interesting and educational.
'The first workshop will be by Barbara Parks, featuring hous-
es. Workshops are held on the fourth Tuesday of each month
beginning at 9:00 AM.
Mystery quilts are fun projects for quilters. A mystery quilt,
is made as each piece of the pattern is provided at different
times. The entire pattern is not given all at one time hence
the name "mystery quilt". The quilter has no idea of what the
quilt will be until completion. Gloria Sutton is working on a
mystery as a block-of-the-month project for Springhouse
members. A total of twelve
"Pattern blocks will be given
to- participants, with the
quilters required to use 9 of
the block patterns. As each
piece of the pattern-puzzle is PANA M A
given, the quilt fits together
in a perfect combination. QISCOU N
Karen Philman participated
in a "mystery quilt" group in
2007. All fabric for the quilt
was purchased in the begin-
ning and is the feature pic-
ture in today's Springhouse
News. She had no idea when
she started the project how
the quilt would turn out but
.she was very pleased with
the outcome.
For additional information
on Springhouse Quilter's or,
any of their projects, includ-
ing beginning quilting class-
es, contact Lois Scott, 463-
2207.
ROTARY STUDENTS GUESTS FOR DECEMBER
The Dixie County Rotary Club Students Guests for. the month of December were
Krissy Locke, daughter of Joe and Diana Locke, and Alexandria Raker, daughter
of Herbie and Suzanne Raker.
The Rotary Club invites senior students from the Dixie County High School to
attend weekly meetings and learn about this community service organization.
At the January 16th meeting the students gave a speech which will qualify them
to earn a Rotary scholarship.
Alexandria gave her speech on the Holy Trinity and Krissy told about What Vet-
erans Mean To Me. The Dixie County Rotary Club would like to thank the stu-
dents for their interest in Rotary and their community
Photo left to right:
Dana Johnson, Alexandria Raker
Ond Krissy Locke
FORGET THE FLOWERS THIS
FEBRUARY, GIVE BLOOD INSTEAD
Cross City, Fla. Skip the chocolates and flowers this Valen-
tines Day, and give a gift that is truly from the heart: the
lifesaving gift of blood. The actual blood donation usually
takes less than 10 minutes, and the
whole process is. usually less than
4 'an hour. LifeSouth Community
Blood Centers invites you to
help save the lives of patients
on local hospitals when they
team up with Dixie County
otary to host a blood drive
on Wednesday, February 6.
ook for the bloodmobile in
theparking lot of Foodland in
vans Square between the hours
of 9 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.
All donors will receive a recognition item and a complimen-
tary cholesterol screening. Donors must be at least 17 years
old, weigh 110 pounds and show a valid photo I.D. For more
information, call toll-free (888) 795-2707 or visit www.life-
south.org.
LifeSouth is the sole blood supplier for 39 medical facilities
inl7 counties ifn North Cen-
tral Florida including
Shands at UF, the VA Med-
ical Center, and North Flori-
da Regional Medical Center.
LifeSouth is a nonprofit,
volunteer blood center sup-
plying 128 medical centers
in Florida, Alabama and
Georgia.
Frozen Bait 4
Shrimp, Squid
Cigar Minnows
Thread Herring
Finger Mullet
S Complete Marine Supplies
Marine & Boat Trailer Parts
110 Main St., Horseshoe Beach
(352) 498-3148.
DIXIE COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY
PET OF THE WEEK
Tippy is a seven-
month old, male
Beagle/mix. He is
a nice boy and gets
along well with
children and other
dogs. A very
friendly and play-
ful little guy, he
would make a great
family pet. Tippy
would be forever
grateful to have a
home to call his
own.
We will be re-
turning to CITGO
gas station in Old
Town this coming
Saturday from 12:30
to 4:00 p.m. for our pet adoptidhs.
Dixie County Humane Society, Po Box 192, Old Town, FL
32680 Pamela Swanson 542-1081
Tides for Pepprfish Keys starting on January 23,2008
We 23 High
23 Low
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Th 24 High-
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Fr 25 High
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Sat 26 High
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Su 27 High
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Mo 28 High
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We 30 Low
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Sunset 6:03 PM
Moon Rise 7:28 PM
Moon Set 8:18 AM
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Sunset 6:04 PM
Moon Rise 8:30 PM
Moon Set 8:53 AM
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Sunset 6:05 PM
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Moon Set 9:24 AM
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Sunset 6:06 PM
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Moon Set 9:52 AM
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Sunset 6:07 PM
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Moon Set 10:20 AM
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Sunset 6:09 PM
Moon Rise 12:15 AM
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DYS SOCCER TEAMS
STARTING PRACTICE
Most Dixie Youth Soccer Teams are starting to practice and
are getting ready for the season opener on February 2nd.
This determined team of seven, eight and nine year olds
(sponsored by the Advocate) practiced Friday afternoon, even
though everyone else had cancelled due to the cold, wet
weather. Way to go, kids!
If you haven't heard' from your kid's coach by now, contact
Mike Cassidy at City Hall. As always, volunteers to sponsor,
assistant coach, and to help out in the snack bar are always
needed.
Dixie Youth Soccer has seen tremendous growth in the last
few years, entirely due to the incredible community support
and participation it has received. Come on out, enjoy a day of
fun and food and support our local children's sports.
TREY FOWLER
BAGS HIS
FIRST BUCK
BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS
Continued from Front Page... In an effort to reduce operat-
ing costs, EMS have been granted access to the County's bulk
fuel supply. Tim Alexander assured the Board that the fuel
will not cause any damage to the vehicles and will not affect
current vehicular warranties.
EMS has also worked out a deal with Dixie Salvage where a
few of their vehicles will be utilized for fire fighting training.
Currently expected to happen late February or early March.
Charles Preston expressed concern about the amount of
noise emanating from the Dixie County Humane Society in
Old Town. The Board reminded us that the problem had been
discussed previously but had "fallen off the radar" and com-
mitted to further investigation. Another issue concerned the
differentiation between deer dog noise, which would be ac-
ceptable, and the noise generated by the incarcerated, home-
less animals, which would not.
Mr Bellot also informed about the Department of Correc-
tions plans to build a 500 bed work camp near the site of the
existing 250 bed camp. The improvements being made to the
prison road this year will aid the deployment of more inmate
clean up crews in the future.
If you have no phone service, like 30 residents of Bowlegs,
the problem is not with the phone company, this time. The
Florida Public Services Commission is responsible for defin-
ing the areas where service should be available. There may
be a back door approach to change the situation. Apply for
service, be declined, wait 3 weeks and reapply The process
should be continued with as many residents as possible.
STAIRWELL NAMED IN
HONOR OF MYRTICE
FUTCH STOREY
DIXIE DISTRICT SCHOOLS
2008 Spelling Bee Winner
Dixie District Schools
conducted its annual
Spelling Bee Tuesday, Jan-
uary 15, 2008 at Old Town
Elementary School.
Tamara Butler was the
winner and will compete
in the Big Bend Regional
Spelling Bee at 1 p.m. at
the WFSU Public Televi-
sion station in Tallahas-
see, Fl on February 16,
2008. Tamara is the
daughter of Mrs. Joanna
Rozniecka of Old Town.
Aaron Ammon was the
runner up. Aaron is the
son of Mr. And Mrs. Frank Ammon, also of Old Town. Partic-
ipating in the final round were Tamara Butler, Nicole Rose,
Aaron Ammon and Chelsie Edmonds. John D. Arnold was
the District Coordinator and Gail Rains was the pronuncer.
Sonny Wadsworth, Old Town School Principal commended
Tamara Butler and all these students for a job well done.
CALLING ALL DCHS SOFTBALL ALUMS
OR ANY LADIES INTERESTED
On Friday, February 1, DCHS Softball will be having a Fish
Fry and Alumni Game. We will start serving dinners for
the fish fry at 5:00 and the cost will be $5.00 per plate. We
will also have a JV and Varsity scrimmage/practice start-
ing at the same time. The alumni game will begin @7:00
and will involve any ladies that were former players or
alumni of DCHS vs. our current varsity squad.
The cost for each alumni player will be $10.00 and they will
need to sign a liability form. Please spread the word of this
and encourage any former DCHS ladies to come out for
some food and fun to help support our program. For more
information call Coach Andrew Thomas at DCHS 498-6410
or cell 221-5122.
Way to go, Trey Fowler, on killing your first buck! Trey want-
ed to gice a special thanks to Tracy Norton for giving him the
first shot, and a big thanks to the whole Norton family for
giving him such a fun and memorable experience. You only
kill your first buck once and everyone should have as much
fun as he did. Also, a honorable thanks to Keith Bush for try-
ing so hard to give him a chance.
ATTENTION
Dixie County Residents
Are you 55+, unemployed
and having
difficulty finding a job?
If you qualify, Experience Works has
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA),
Home Health Aide (HHA) training-and
job opportunites at no cost to you.
For more information call Georgia Braswell
(850) 973-9922 or Lana Brown
(850) 922-0023 ext. 242
A national nonprofit organization, EEO/AA
Funded by State Of Florida Department of Elder Affairs
Hardware
Rick's hardware Store behine the house
ThUrS 2y 8t0p8 Allotherday &Sundays 12 noono8p.m.
(352 498-Rick-7425
DEBIT 27NE 132nd ave cross,City Fla
A TO Z NEW & USED
CONSIGNMENT SHOP
Bring in this
SCounon for $5.00 !
Half Price Wednesday on off any $20.00 daily1
Humane Society Items! I
25867 SE HWY 19 -- Old Town purchase!
10 A.M. -6 P.M. Monday Saturday L.--------
Call (352) 542-7730 for appointments
to bring in your consignments.
We provide tax deduction certifications for the Dixie County
Humane Society & the American Cancer Society.
In honor of her dedicated service to the Dixie County School
Board, the Dixie County Historical Society has proclaimed
that hence forth the stairwell at the Dixie County Cultural
Center will be known as the Myrtice Futch Storey StairWell.
Mrs. Storey served as secretary and bookkeeper for 20 years
at Old Town Elementary School before suffering a fall on her
last day of scheduled work before retiring. She was loved and
respected by more than one generation of students. She
passed away after a lengthy illness in 1995. A plaque honoring
Mrs. Storey has been placed in the stairwell by, her daughter
Sandra S. Butler and granddaughter Stacey Downing Chewn-
ing.
NEW HOURS AT THE
DIXIE COUNTY
CULTURAL CENTER
The Dixie County Cultural Center will now be open every
Friday from 10am 2pm. The public is invited to come out
and enjoy a bit of Dixie County history The museum will be
open, as well as the archives room and the genealogy library.
Work is ongoing in filling each of these areas. There is a
wide collection of publications available to purchase, and
many for your viewing pleasure. Everyone interested in
learning more about our rich history is encouraged to join
us. Perhaps you have valuable information pr even some
small tidbit you would like to share. We would love to hear
all about and record it all. Remember, that's every Friday,
10am 2pm. See you there!
Ron Pair
25849 SE US 19th Old Town, FL 32680
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VALENTINE CORONATION IS
FEBRUARY 9th AT 6:00 P.M.
ANYONE WHO WANTS
TO BE IN CORONATION
HAS TO GET AN
APPLICATION FROM
MRS. ELLISON, MS. KELLEY,
OR A JUNIOR CLASS
OFFICER. DANCE
AFTERWARDS, SO COME
SUPPORT YOUR
JUNIOR CLASS
The Senior
Center of Dixie
County is Requesting
Donations of Heaters,
Blankets and other
Warm things to help
our seniors with the
cold weather.
Call 498-5018
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Obituaries and Faith
THOMAS "TOMMY" TRUITT MILLS rC
THOMAS "TOMMY" TRUITT MILLS 48, of Cross City,
passed away Tuesday, January 15, 2008 at his home. Dr. C
Mr. Mills was born in Cross City and was a lifetime Bro
resident of Dixie County, except for the time he served awa
in the U.S. Air Force. He was of the Baptist Faith. in G
with
He is survived by his father, Roy Mills of Cross City; and:
son, Thomas Matthew Mills of Broken Arrow, OK:
daughter, Jessica Mills of Jacksonville, FL; brother, Kno
Kenneth (Penny) Mills of Cleveland, TN; sisters, Helen Bud
(Davis) Bennett of Mayo, Linda (Dalton) Howell of reside
Cross City, Carolyn Dutton of Danville, AL, Eva (John) with
Malone of Waynesboro, MS, Anette (Henry) Wilson of who
Cross City and Diana (David) Harris of Branford. year
gone
Funeral Services were held Saturday, January 19, 2008
at 10AM at the Rick Gooding Funeral Home, with Rev. An c
Wayne Allen and Rev. Bobby Lindsey officiating. A www
visitation was held on Friday, January 18, 2008 at the obitt
funeral home. Burial was at the Cross City Cemetery. Jour
Arrangements were placed under the care of the Rick
Gooding Funeral Home, US Hwy 19, Cross City (352)
498-5400,
ARE LIVINGSTON
BROMLEY, JR.
lare Livingston
mley, Jr., DVM passed
y on January 11, 2008
ainesville, Florida,
his children, sister
friends nearby
Bwn to most as Bud or
dy, he was a longtime
dent of Steinhatchee
his wife Brenda,
passed away two
s ago. A loved one
but not forgotten.
inline memorial is on
w.legacycom and full
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GRIFFIN
LETHA
DIXON GRIF-
,FIN, 73, of
Cross City
died on Thurs-
day, January
17, 2008.
The service
will be at
11AM Satur-
day at the Royal Temple Church of God In
Christ in Cross City, FL. Her burial will be
at Southside Cemetery in Tallahassee, FL
A native of tallahassee and a longtime resi-
dent of Cross City, she attended Leon Coun-
ty High School in Tallahassee, Florida. She
was a housewife and worked as a laborer
and a homemaker for over 30 years. She
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who has ivedwt'ecy.
NEW PROSPECT BAPTIST NEWS
ARTHUR BURDETTE JONES
ARTHUR BURDETTE JONES, 81, of Old Town passed
away Sunday, January 20, 2008 at the Lafayette Health
Care Center in Mayo. Mr. Jones was born in Portage,
Ohio. He worked for South Bend Corporation.for 34 years
as a machine repairman before retiring. He later moved
to Old Town and was a member of the New Prospect Bap-
tist Church.
He is survived by his long time friend and care giver, He-
len Nonnemacher of Branford; daughter Helenna Pavia of
Beloit, WI; stepson, Billy Huffer of Arizona; sister, Ruth
Kennedy of Nile, MI; grandson, Adam and several other
grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Bet-
ty; brothers, Ben, John, Bill and Ted and sister, Annie.
Funeral services will be Thursday, January 24, 2008 at
11AM at the Rick Gooding Funeral Home, Cross City with
Rev. Billy Robson officiating. Burial will follow at New
McCrabb Cemetery A visitation will be held one hour
prior to services.
Arrangements have been placed under the care of Rick
Gooding Funeral Home, US Hwy 19, Cross City (352) 498-
5400.
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STEINHATCHEE FIRST BAPTIST NEWS
We are really proud of our young people singing our special
music! Again thank you to Libby Gray, Jessica Downey, Timo-
thy Holden, Donnie Morrow and Leon Holden for singing;
"Come Morning"! Children brought up in church are seldom
brought up in court!
Bro. Leon delivered a message about a person's Salvation.
What is Salvation? It is so simple... it is being saved. Just
trust and believe in GOD. Only GOD provides redemption for
every person, regardless of race, rich or poor, any age, occu-
pation, nationality, status in life and regardless of what you
have done in the past.
We have so many un-spoken request for prayer. But GOD
knows each and everyone. Let's remember Leon Holden's
state test, the Joy Enrich family, Lawrence Coleman's eye
surgery, The Hubert Thornton in the loss of Mark, Joe Hall,
and all the names read at prayer meeting on Wednesday.
Thank you LORD for all the answered prayers: especially
Donnie Morrow, and the prayers of Al and Karen Hendrey
Praise GOD, yes... HE is so good! Al and Karen are now living
in Okeechobee (previously from Perry)! They gave their mov-
ing testimony of what GOD has done in their lives. How
GOD has truly: worked a miracle.
Al said nothing would ever work, only GOD, HIS mercy and
HIS forgiveness has saved his life and given him back his wife
and family! From drugs to Glory, prayer has healed this man!
And yes, God can heal you too. The darkest clouds often bring
the thickest showers of blessings. For when we surrender pui
hearts to HIM, we can then walk down this pathway of life
with ajoy in our hearts, peace in our soul, and a smile on our
faces, for our sins are forgiven and we are free!!
We were so glad to see some of our favorite folks back in
church Sunday evening. And a special thanks to Leon and
Brittany Holden, Donnie Morrow and Chris Holden singing,
"I Stand Redeemed". Love, hugs, prayers and smiles for all!
Please study the plan of
SALVATION
Hebrews 5:9, 11:6 John 14:6
Romans 1:16 Acts 4:12
1 Corinthians 15:1-4
Romans 10:9-10 Matthew 10:32-33
Matthew 28:18-19
Romans 6:3-7 John 3:1-5
Acts 2:36-41
Mark 16:15-16
Colossians 2:11-13, 1:13-1
Galations 1:6-9
Hebrews 4:12
2 Corinthians 5:10
Acts 8:30-39
1 Peter 3:21
2 Thessalonians 1:7-9
John 12:48
Romans 16:16
We love you and ask that
you pass this on.
God Will Bless You
Thank God for all His wonderful blessings...what a privilege
it is to live in a country where we can still assemble ourselves
and worship the Lord! Although the.cold fingers of winter
had us in a tight grasp Sunday, we had a good turnout at
church. It was a pleasure to listen to the beautiful singing of
our choir, and hear Bro. Billy as he delivered God's well-timed
message with much enthusiasm, choosing his text from Mark'
10:17-22.
As we approach the end of a whole month into the new year,
we wonder where the time goes! However, when we are work-
ing and living for the One Who matters throughout eternity,
time becomes irrelevant. Our Children's Church continues to
do well, and what a blessing it is to see the anticipation on
their little faces as they rush forward when called. We really
appreciate those who sacrifice their time and efforts in work-
ing with the children. In other news, Bro. Pat and his class
are in need of donated items for the Care packages which
they send to our troops in Iraq once a month.
We were very proud to have visitors again Sunday As al-
ways, we welcome you back, along with all others; we thor-
oughly enjoy the fellowship!' Have a good week, remember to
be in prayer for all those on the church prayer lists, and may
God bless you.
First Baptist Church of Cross City
US 19 Cross City
I have o thtth hey may h Ife, and hav It mor abundantly. John 10:10
Sunday School 9:30A* Morning Worship 10:45A
AWANAS 6:00 *- Evening Worship 7P
Wed GA's & RA's 6P Youth 7P
Adult Bible Study & Prayer 7P Choir 8P
Pastor Mike Brown
(352) 498-5107
First Baptist Church of Old Town
"Welcome To God's House Won't You Come On In"
Sunday School 10A Morning Worship 11A
Evening Worship 6P
Wednesday Bible Study 7P
Knock & the door will open, seek & you will find, ask & you will be
S given -life eternally.
Pastor Royce Hanshew
(352) 542-7050
First Baptist Church of Steinhatchee
Riverside Drive Steinhatchee
"Lighthouse On The Gulf"
Sunday School 10A- Morning Worship 11A'
Evening Worship 6P
Wednesday Prayer Meeting 7P Awana 6:30
Pastor Leon Holden
(352) 498-2108
First Baptist Church of Horseshoe Beach
25 Main Street Horseshoe Beach, FL
"Where God's Word is Changing Lives"
Bible Study 10A Worship 11A
Sunday Evening Worship 6P
Wednesday Bible Study/Prayer 7P
Pastor Carlos M. Perez
(352) 498-0756
First United Methodist Church
22 NE 138th St Cross City
"Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors"
The People of The United Methodist Church
Sunday School 9:45A Morning Worship 11A
Wednesday Adult Choir 7:30P
Pastor Rev. Glenda Brayman
(352) 498-3420
Lydia Baptist Church
2 Miles West of Cross City on US 19
"A Church You Can Call Home"
Sunday-Morning Prayer 9:15A- Sunday School 9:45A
Morning Worship 11A Evening Worship 7P
Wednesday-Prayer Meeting 7P
Bible Study, Mission Friends, RAs, GA's
Pastor Wayne Alien
(352) 498-5617
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McCrabb Baptist Church
7 Miles North of Old Town on SR 349
Come Worship With Us!
Sunday School 9:45A Worship Service 11A
Church Training 6P Evening Worship 7P
Women's Prayer Group 3rd Tuesday 10A
Wed. Prayer Mtg. 7P Brotherhood/WMU-2nd Wed.
Van Ministry 542-8371 / 498-2636
Pastor Bruce Sullivan
(352) 542-2207
was a loving and devoted mother, grand-*
mother, and friend. She was a member of
Royal Temple Church of God where she
served as church mother.
Her memory lives on in the hearts of ex-
husband Earl West, Sr., two sons; Leonard
Riley, Jr. of Tallahassee, FL; Earl West, Jr..
of Cioss city, FL; 4 daughters; Sharon Gar-
rison (Lamont) of Jacksonville, FL; Patri-
cia Martin (Cedric) of Raeford, North Car-
olina; Earlene Geathers (Johnny) of Cross
City, FL; Renee West of Cross City FL; one
step-daughter: Linda Griffin of Jack-
sonville, FL; 11 grandchildren: Tawanza
Brown, John Brown, Frederick Brown
(Christina), Mecah Brown, William Bennett
(Nicole), April Geathers, Terri Geathers,
Terrell Royal, Shatone West, Michael West,
Terrance Griffin, and Deshawn Martin; 3
great grandchildren: Shylee Brown, Jaidyn
Brown, Cameron Brown.
Arrangements are under the care of Strong
and Jones Funeral Home, 850-224-2139.
FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH NEWS
What a glorious day we had today. We thank God for the
much needed rain last week and for the cool weather that fol-
lowed it. Bro. Jackie and Sis. Linda were in Utah visiting
their kids and grandkids and in his absence, Bro. Bobby
Bryan brought the morning message and Bro. David Osteen
the evening message. Both did wonderful jobs and the mes-
sages were enjoyed by all. Tommy McQueen did the special
music in the morning service and the Brittons in the evening
service. They both were great. If you missed either service,
you truly missed a blessing.
We had several visitors and we want them to know they are
very special to us. We invite you back to worship with us any
time. If you are looking for a church home, we invite you to
share ours. There's lots of love at Faith and we'd just love to
share it with YOU. We had one new member join tonight and
we thank God for her. Sis. Ruby Osteen joined Faith tonight
and she's a very special lady Welcome Sis. Ruby and we look
forward to worshipping with you.
Our Seniors Group, ages 50 and over, are in the process of
planning a Valentine social. Some of the men are going to
cook hamburgers, hot dogs and chicken on the grill and the
ladies will be bringing salads, buns, chips and desserts. If
you want to help with the planning, etc. please contact Anne
Crenshaw or Alice Bryan. The plan now is to have this on
Thursday night, February 14th in the fellowship hall at
Faith.
Remember this week to pray for the sick, the ones having
surgery, the ones in the hospitals, and especially the LOST.,
When you come to church next week, bring just one person
with you and see how many lost people can be led to the Lord.
God will bless you for it. Until next week, we wish you happi-
ness, good health and prosperity See you next week,
pro-spe-ri
New Prospect Baptist Church Calvary Temple Assembly of God
US 19 Between Cross City & Old Town Suwannee Lumber Road Cross City
Jesus is The Answer For Your Life "Join Us ForA Visit, Stay For A Lifetime,"
Sunday School A10A-Morning Worship 11A Sunday Worship 10:30 A
Sunday School 10A*Moming Worship 11A Wednesday Evening Service- 7P
Children's Church 11A. Evening Worship 7P Kid Church Ages 3-5 & 6-12
Wednesday Evening 7P
Pastor Billy Robson Pastor Jim Hurst
(352) 498-3711 (352) 498-3023
Central Baptist Church
intersection of Camp St. & Horseshoe Beach Rd.
Invites You To Worship With Usl
"A church where everybody Is somebody and Christ is Lord"
Sunday School 10A Morning Worship 11A
Evening Worship 6P *- Wed. Prayer Meeting 7P
Pastor David B: Downing
(352) 498-0714
Cross City Church of Christ
5237 52 NE 147th St. (McArthur St.)
Sunday Bible Study 10:00 A
Morning Worship 11:00 A
Wednesday Evening Bible Study 7:00 P
Minister Bill Ross
(352) 339-5864
Cross City Church of God
Kenneth Street Cross City
"Proclaiming TheFull Gospel For All People"
Children's Church 10:30A Morning Worship 10:30A
SEvening Worship 6:30P
Wednesday Family Training Hour Adult & Teen Ministry,
Boy's Brigade & Girl's Club 7:OOP
Rev. Ed & Sylvia Ivey, Pastor
(352) 498-3280
Cross City Pentecostal Holiness Church
100 Parker Street Cross City
In the Heart of Dixie Co., with Dixie Co. at Heart
Sunday School 10A- Morning Worship 11A
Children's Church -,Ages 3-7
Sunday Evening 7:00 pm
Wed. Family Night 7:30P Youthquake & Kid's Club
Pastor Paul & Louise Tyson
(352) 498-0736
Faith Baptist Church
CR 55A (Between Cross City & Old Town)
"The Church With An Open Door"
Sunday School 9:45A o Morning Worship 11A
'Evening Worship 7P
Mid-Week Bible Study Wednesday 7P
Rev. Jackie Pettrey, Pastor
(352) 542-7103
First Assembly of God
Hwy 351 & Camp Two Rd. Cross City
Sunday School 10A Morning Worship 11A
Sunday Children's Church 11A
Sunday Evening 7P Wednesday Evening 7:30P
Rev. Marvin & Janice Parsley
(352) 498-3366
Grace Worship Church
Power In the Word
2 miles NE of Red Light In Old Town, Hwy 349
Sunday Services at 11:00 am
Sunday Evening Services at 5:30 pm
Pastor Wayne Liles
(352) 498-7167
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Old Town United Methodist Church
US 19- Old Town
Food Pantry Open 8am -11am Mon Thurs.
"Come Let Us Worship & Adore Him"
Sunday Worship 9:30A
Church School 11A
Wednesday Choir Practice 7P
Pastor Rev. Carl Rainear
(352) 542-7954
Old Town Church of God
Welcomes You To Come & Worship With Us
Sunday School 10:OOA
Sunday Morning Worship 11:00A
Sunday Evening Worship 6:OOP
Wednesday Evening Worship 7:OOP
Pastor Troy Hare
(352) 542-8222
Scrub Creek Baptist Church
Located 6 Miles East on CR 351
"A Friendly Church With A Welcome Spirit"
Bible Study 9:45A Worship Service 11A
Church Training 6P Evening Worship 7P
Wednesday Prayer Meeting 7P
Pastor Archie Knowles
(352) 498-5535
Seventh-Day Adventist Church
Cross City
"Welcomes You Where Jesus is Lord"
Sabbath School 9:30A Morning Worship 11A
Wednesday Prayer Meeting 6:30P
Pastor Bill Schnorbus
H (352) 498-3258 C (352) 498-5674
Wind of the Spirit Outreach Ministries
Located Behind NAPA in Old Town
"A Church Without Walls"
Sunday Morning 10:30A- Sunday Evening 6P
Tuesday, Intercessory Prayer 7:30P
Thursday Night 7:30P
Pastor Theadus & Benita Corbin
(352) 498-5837
Holy Cross Catholic Mission
Hwy 19 South of Cross City
Mass Sundays 11:30 am
Confessions Sundays 10:45 11:15 am
CCD Every Wednesday 6:00 7:15 pm
At St. John the Evangelist in Chiefland
Grades Pre-K thru High School
Rosary Every Tuesday 3:00 pm
(352) 498-5671
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Real Estate
TAX SEASON STRESS? HOW TO
PREPARE FOR POTENTIAL BILLS
(ARA) As the April 15 tax deadline creeps closer many peo-
ple mniaystfill be wondering: will I owe? It may be time to take
proactive steps to set aside money that can be used to cover
the extra expense you may soon face.
Whether you underestimated your
withholdings or experienced an unan-
ticipated bump in income, you wouldn't
be alone if you found that you owe
money on your taxes. Owing a lot -- or
even just a little -- can be stressful and
burdensome, especially as the bill ar-
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"The good news is, preparing to pay for
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Here are five simple savings tech-
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ture and clothing, according to the Bureau of Labor Statis-
tics. Entertainment is one of the easiest areas in which to
find savings. How much do you spend in a month on movies,
restaurants and other outings? Simply staying home and
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2. Reduce your rates on everything from phone bills to cred-
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3. Spend to save really Unless you're willing to alienate
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by taking advantage of seasonal sales. From post-holiday
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spending, you will have the satisfaction of
knowing your holiday shopping is done
and that you saved money doing it. You
can earmark those savings for paying
next year's taxes.
4. Minimize your mortgage payment.
Right now there's a lot in the news about
adjustable rate mortgages that are reset-
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These professionals may be able to help
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"It's never too late, or too early, to start saving and preparing
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Also, screened porch and open deck. Central speed DSL and on a paved street. laundry room addition, large workshop w/con--
sewer & water, paved streets. Quiet, peace- $98,000 (DMH756391JW) 463-6144 OR crete floor and power, fenced and only a cou-
ful, adult community. $89,000. (LMH- 542-0009 pie of blocks from the Suwannee River.
758171-D) 352-493-2221 $95,000 (DMH-757977-JW) 542-0009 OR
Lovely A-Frame Cottage on 3 Lots, Well Maintain Mobile Home on 4+/-
that is only a couple blocks from the Wooded acres with nice addition, large
Suwannee River. This home has been re- screen room, carport and workshop.
cently remodeled with ceramic tile floors .& Convenient to Manatee Springs and
counter tops, Jenn-Aire Grill, wood cabi- Suwannee River. $134,900. (LMH-
nets, 14X20 screened porch, 16X32 754945-K) 493-2221
garage and more. $110,000 (DR-757959-
This 3Br. / 2Ba. D/W Home on 15 acres Beautiful Southern Style Home- I
]+/-. Wooded rrmstly in Oaks. Features: BEAUTIFUL HOME ON THE #2 GREEN AT 2400 sf, 3/2 on 18 acres. Granddad-.r
HLiving room and Family room, Breakfast THE CHIEFLAND GOLF COURSE, dy oaks, 30'x60' Pole Barn & Work- it
pook, Large enclosed porch, wood floors LOADED WITH UP-GRADES ( CORIAN shop. Very private & secluded.
land stainless steel appliances. All this and COUNTERS, CUSTOM CABINETS, ETC.) fery p Loate & secluseh o
At's on a paved road. $235,000. (LMH- 3/3 HOME W/GORGEOUS LAWN. Wildlife abounds. Located in Gulf is
757100-K) 493-2221 $295,000 (LR-755619-RH) 493-2221 Hammock. $475,000. Adjoining 10
acres available. (LR-756896-D) 493-1-
2221.
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Coming7Events
Meals on Wheels in Suwanne
-right now, there arenoMealsor
Wheels community serving sit
in Suwannee, Florida. Still, ther
are many seniors in the commit
nity that would benefit from th
service. A survey is being cor
ducted by Dr. Michael L. Lower
Senior Pastor at Suwannee Fe
lowship to determine who and
how many in the Suwanne
vicinity may desire to receive th
service and how many volui
teers may be willing to help offe
the program. If you are a senio
and interested in.receiving th
Meals on Wheels program, o
would like to volunteer in offei
ing the program, call 352-542-265
or email drpastoriaocom.
AMERICAN LEGION POS'
383-is openfrom9amuntil9pn
The Legionnaires meet on th
3rd Wednesday of each monti
and the Auxiliary meets on th
2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each
month; all 3 meetings at 7 pmr
'SAL meets on the 1st and 3r
Mondays of each month at 7:3
pm. Karaoke every Tuesda
night at 6 pm and Carl Miller o
the 1st Thursday of every month
For more information call 542
2021.
Holy Cross Catholic Church.
Bingo every Tuesday evening
6:00 pm US. 19. Doors open a
6:00 pm. snacks available. Fre
coffee. Rosary every Tuesday a
'3:00 pm. 352498-5617
PREGNANT? Need help? Fre
pregnancy test & confidentia
counseling. Office hours: Mon
day & Thursday llam4pm. Look
for tur sign on Hwy 19, acros
from Dixie Co. High School (352
498-7776. Ufh
,'orest Park Hill Communit
Center-Has a Bingo every Mon
day Evening, Doors open at 4:3
pm, games start at 6:30pm. Fund
are to support the center ant
charities.
Veterans of Foreign Wars Pos
#5625, Chiefland, would like t(
announce the annual Voice ol
Democracy and Patiiot's Pen
Scholarship Awards. Applica
tions are available at the loca
high and middle schools or con
tact Jacob Wynn, 352-493-1159 a
the VFW.
TOPS MEETING- Take off
li pounds.sensibly meets at St. A]
ban's Church North Chiefland
Hwy 19- Wednesday 1030am for
more information 352-542-3131.
NA MEETINGS Mondays a
6:30 pm at the Old Town United
SMethodist Church.
DIXIE COUNTY EDUCA
TION FOUNDATION meets
on the second Monday of each
month at 3:30 p.m. at the Pub
i lic Library in Cross City.
Steinhatchee Place Resort Fur-
nished 1 and 2 bedroom Condos
for Rent! $750.00 $850.00. Includ-
ed in price water, cable, internet,
hot tub. Steinhatchee/Florida -
(352) 498-7740 Ufn
TIMBERS APARTMENTS-1-2 &
3 BDR HC & non_HC Accessible
apts. Rental assistance may be
available. 231 NE 97th Street,
Cross City, FL call 352-498-3175,
TFDD/TTY 711. Equal-Housing-
Opportunity. ufn
COMMERCIAL BUILDING for
rent, prime location in Cross City
100+ sq.ft. with bathroom suitable for
beauty shop, offices, etc. $600/month
plus security call 352-486-2154,352-317-
8743, or 352-317-8750.
3,4,5,6
h Bluff area of Dixie County It's
L close to the Suwannee River, it's
,d quiet, secluded, wild, hard to get
d to and tgAB I'll finance it.
Call me: Norris McKinney
L (352) 498-3545.
n
. 4,5
2-
FOR SALE: 2 BR, 2 Bath frame
house on 2.5 acres. Just remod-
- eled, there is central air/heat,
g new vinyl siding, new carpet and
It front porch with 2 storage units.
e the price is $73,700. If your
it credit is passable, I'll finance it:
$3,900 down and $595.00 per
month. Norris McKinney
e (352) 498-3545
- 4,5
k
s m g1;LAL Located in Old
Town (Not on #19 or #349), it con-
tains 2.03 acres and is unim-
proved at this time. The price is
- $28,995, with f% Wfn t 4W&
g ti by the owner.
Norris McKinney (352) 498-3545.
d 4,5
FREE LAB MIX PUPPIES, 2
months old, black in color
542-7917
4
OR SALE 8xSx4 Chain Link
DsKeSl with gate, lite
w d it$1o., Extra
W* dg shipping crate
'.0 542-eW7
HOuuSEFrO.R E T.21 -i umity Live weight plus slaughter, cut
Room $500.00/month. Call 498- and wrap. Grain fed, no hor-
3795. No pets, first & last. mones. %, % or whole. Ever-
green Farm. 352-542-7135 or 352-
5,6,7 498-7067. Ufn
HOUSE FOR RENT. 3 BR/2Bath
$600.00. First, last, call 498-3795.
No pets.
5,6,7
MOBILE HOME FOR RENT.
2/1, 12 year old MH on 3 acres in
Remote, but nice neighborhood
located on Spillers and 351 Hwy.
$500/month. 352-210-9092
5
ROOMATE WANTED. Good
driving record with Insurance,
reliable transportation in ex-
change for room and board in
Old Town-Cross City area. Must
be able for transportation, Mon-
day-Friday. I will supply the fuel.
Call 352-210-9092
INCREASED SALES
AnE A CLASSIFIED AD AWAY
4r p
Hay for Sale- round bales.
40.00. You pick up. 352-222-5405.
Ufn
Commercial Tanning Bed for
Sale. Sun Quest Pro World bed
24 bulb works excellent
$1,200.00. Call 356-3053 ufn
NEXTEL Blackberry
7 7.6fl., $90 on Ebay; ask-
ing $80.00. Charger, new
high-capacity batt.Blue-
tooth, email,websurf.
Call my new ATT cell
356-1431 or home 542-
8550. Kathy
FUN WITH NANCY of Nancy',
Ceramics! Personalize your
gifts! Choose your piece and
paint all day for $5.00 (for sup-
plies)! Lessons are free! Hours:
Mondays 6pm-9pm, Tuesdays-
Thursdays 9am-5pm (352) 542-
2955
BOBCAT SERVICE Palmetto
removal, site prep, fence lines
cleared, back yard ponds dug,
heavy bush hogging, FREE esti-
mates, cell 352-665-8609. ufn
HANDYMAN SERVICES car-
pentry, metal roofs, additions,
porches, remodeling, decks.
FREE ESTIMATES, Call 352-949-
2292 o 352-463-6439. Ufn
PAINTING PRESSURE WASH-
ING Pool and patio deck build-
ing, and home improvement. De-
pendable fully insured. Call
Shamrock services 352-463-1212
Ufn
BUSH HOG-HEAVY BUSH
HOG fence lines, site prep, com-
plete tractor and bobcat service.
Cell 352-542-4310 Free Estimates.
Ufn
DUNN RITE Painting-Pressure
washing, great work, great prices-
no job to big or small-Free esti-
mates-Lic. & Ins. Call 352-210-
0122. Ufn
MARTIAL ARTS- Self Defense
Classes Kids/Adults. Gain con-
fidence. Respect. Fitness. $35.00
Registration fee, then only
$5.00/class. Free uniform. Larry
Taylor's Karate Training Center,
Cross City. 498-0048 Ufn
JIMS PRESSURE WASH-
ING/EXTERIOR PAINTING
sincel985. Exp/Ins. Call Pastor
Jim Hurst at 352-463-1212. ufr
HARRIS STUMP GRINDING -
498-5982- or 210-0534. Call Miles or
Rick Licensed- Insured. Ufn
Pregnant and need help? At
the Crisis Pregnancy Center we
offer assistance free. Services are
provided without discrimina-
tion. Call (352) 498-7776, Monday
& Thursday, llam-4pm. Look for
our sign on Hwy. 19, across from
Dixie County High School. ufn
the Florida Quality Water Asso-
ciation. Ufn
STEEL BUILDING DEALS up
to 50% Savings. Any Size, Can
Erect, 352-625-0005 www.scg-
grp.com
1,2,3,4
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SHOWERS OF BLESSINGS
CUSTOM WATER TREAT-
MENT We custom build our sys-
tems to meet your need. We have
Reverse Osmosis to give you
clean healthy drinking water. We
have GE water treatment sys-
tems for the whole house. GE fi-
nancing available with no money
down and low, low payments.
Why rent when you can own your
won? Call today for your free wa-
ter analysis. For all of your wa-
ter problems. Call your GE Plat-
inum Dealer today. David B.
Downing (352) 356-0474 or (352)
498-2449. We service what we sell!
A member of the Florida Quality
Water Association.
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Education Specialist
Not for Profit Organization look-
ing of a qualified individual, full
time, to conduct Student Devel-
opmental Pre and Post Assess-
ments
And Implement Inclusion Pro-
grams in Dixie, Gilchrist, and
Levy Counties. Position will be
based out of Chiefland, Levy
County.
BA in Early or Elementary Edu-
cation preferred. 7-10 years ex-
tensive work related experience
with preschool age children
.might substitute for degree.
Computer experience is a must.
Please submit resume to email
address gmcmanigell@elc-na-
turecoast.org or fax to 352-563-
5933 by 4:00pm February 1, 2008.
Questions should be directed to
1-877-336-5437, Extension 222.
4
bait, tackle and Sub Shop "ful-
ly Furnished" unlimited po- HOUSEKEEPER needed, hon-
ntial We lease to ualifie HOUSEKEEPER needed, hon-
tential. We lease to qualife est, dependable, reliable, apply in
individuals. Call 352-498-7347 person at 228 NE Hwy 51, Stein-
3513 Ufn
UFN hatchee Landing Resort 352-498-
AVON REPS NEEDED In this
area. Earn 50% Commission.
Free gift at sign up. Start kit is
Correction Feeding Program. In- $10.00. Call Terri at 1-877-814-4516
stitutional Cook, A+ clean back- Ufn
ground, and screening required
for security clearance. Benefits RN'S NEEDED Cross City Re-
with advancement opportunity. hab is looking for RN's FT and PT
Call 352-463-4259. for the 10pm to 6am shift and the 6
3,4
LANDFILL SPOTTER. The Au-
cilla Area Solid Waste Facility is
accepting applications fpr a
Landfill Spotter. Duties include
spotting loads of garbage when
emptied and some occasional
equipment operating. Applica-
tions can be picked up at the
Landfill office between the hours
of 8:00 am and 4:00 pm Monday
through Friday. Aucilla Area
Solid Waste Facility is an equal
opportunity employer and a
Drug Free Workplace.
3,4
pm to 6am shift. If interested,
please call Liz Montgomery at
498-2005 or stop by to fill out an ap-
plication. Ufn
NOW HIRING Independent
Agents. Will Train. AFLAC.
Contact: Melissa Hamilton (352)
221-1095
Your Business
In The Classifieds
UDI Head start serving Levy,
Dixie & Gilchrist Counties has
the following immediate open-
ings. No phone calls or faxes..ap-
plications ay be picked up at
Head Start, 9051 NE Hwy 27 Alt.
in Bronson or at 420 NE 106 St in
Cross City (Oliver Center). CDI
is an Equal Opportunity Employ-
er.
TRANSPORTATION COORDI-
NATOR, responsible'for the over-
all operation of the Head Start
transportation program. High
School Diploma or GED is re-
quired with experience in super-
vision. Also, must have a cur-
rent CDL with S&P endorse-
ments. Also, an updated DOT
physical examination. Must
have a good driving record.
EARLY HEAD START COORDI-
NATOR, responsible for the de-
velopment'and oversight of the
Early Head Start program. Also
responsible for career develop-
ment & staff training activities
af the education program, etc.
Minimum requirement is an As-
sociate's degree in Early Child-
hood Education, Child Develop-
ment, or in another related field
with at least 6 courses in Early
Childhood Education plus one
year working with preschool
children and a minimum of one
gear of supervisory experience.
CUSTODIAN/BUS MONITOR,
acts as bus monitor on the school
bus and responsible for cleaning
and maintaining facilities--Cross
City location. High School diplo-
ma or GED required.
SUBSTITUTES, assists teachers
in the day to day activities of
children. Must have High School
diploma or GED and 45 hours
childcare courses. (or enrolled.)
SEXUAL ASSAULT SERVICES:
Individual counseling and sup-
port groups for women and of-
fered through Another Way, Inc
Services are confidential and
free. Contact any of our Out-
reach offices at 352-486-3305, 352-
498-1293, (386) 758-4843, or (386)
792-2747 for an appointment or,
the location and times or group
counseling. Another way, Inc.
also provides two 24-hour crises
lines. Sexual Assault 1-866-875-
7983 Domestic Violence 1-800-500-
1119, information and referral
services, legal advocacy, commu-
nity education, and professional
training for law enforcement,
health care and educational per-
sonnel. Ufn
AA MEETINGS-Wednesday
night, 8:00 pm at eh fellowship
Baptist church,, in Steinhatchee,
Florida. Ufn
AA MEETINGS-Monday nights,
8:00 pm, Cross City Church of
Christ, McArthur Street, across
form Gooding Funeral Home.
Call 1-800-613-0164 ufn
Problems with drug or alco-
hol addiction in a loved one?
Don't know whom to turn to
for help? Contact drug Rehab
Resource for a free confiden-
tial consultation to find the
help you need. Call today. 1-
866-649-1594 or find out more
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www.drnlfhabrMsoree.nt
WANTED -- Old 40's & 50's out-
board motors any condition ES-
PECIALLY green Mercurys. Call
The Kickerman (352) 356-1862
Cell or 498-3914 ufn
p
al t-In l'- -l-i-ds.
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Findkv ItinTeClasifiedis
Less Than Perfect Credit OK
Self Employed
Manufactured Homes
Agricultural Land & Work-
ing Farms
We Work for YOU!
All Type of Programs!
Kymco Mortgage
1-877-346-0100
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94 Firebird $2500
94 Pontiac Van $750
93 Trailer $9,500
75 Trailer $2,500
Hopper Bottoms
Call 386-935-3766
3,4
READ
the classifieds for
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
STAFF ASSISTANT I
#250918
Grant Funded Position
Assist the Coordinator of Student Activities with
clerical and budget management duties. High
school diploma or equivalent with 2 years clerical
experience and knowledge of Word & Excel.
Special consideration given to applicants with an
associate degree or certificate in related area.
Salary: $20,583 annually, plus benefits.
Application Deadline: 1/28/08
REGISTRAR SPECIALIST I
#150914
This is a semi-professional records administration
position within the Registrars Office requiring the
utilization of specialized data, equipment and
techniques. High school diploma or equivalent
plus three (3) years records management
experience. Computer literate. Experience
working with MS Word and Excel. Salary:
$22,692 annually, plus benefits. Application
Deadline: 01/28/08.
College application required. Position details and
application available on the web at:
Inquiries: Human Resource Development
Lake City Community College
149 SE College Place
Lake City, FL 32025
Phone: (386) 754-4314 Fax: (386) 754-4594
E-mail: boettcherg@lakecityco.edu
LCCC is accredited by the Southern Association
of Colleges and Schools
VP/ADAIEA/EO College in Education &
Employment
SOLACE CITY
Associate Professor,
Practical Nursing Program
228 Days Grant Funded
Readvertised/Revised
Conduct the learning experience in
the classroom, laboratory and/or
clinical area. Associate's degree in
Nursing required; bachelor's degree
in nursing or closely related field
preferred. State of Florida licensed
RN or license eligible. Two years
experience as an RN in an acute care
setting. Individuals without the
bachelor's degree must meet one of
the following requirements: A) be
actively engaged in a degree
program at the bachelor's level or
higher in nursing or a closely related
field; B) have the equivalent of at
least two full-time academic years of
experience as a teacher of nursing;
or C) have current'certification as an
A.R.N.P. in Florida. Computer
literate. Salary based on degree and
experience, plus benefits.
Application Deadline: Open until
filled.
College application and copies of
transcripts required. Position details
and application available on the web
Inquies: an es
Lake City Community College
149 SE College Place
Lake City, FL 32025
Phone: (386) 754-4314
Fax: (386) 754-4594
E-mail: boettcherg@lakeeltycc.edu
LCCC Is accredited by the
Southern Association
of Colleges and Schools
VP/ADA/EA/EO
College in Education & Employment
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Legals, etc.
NOTICE OF APPLICAI ION F-UH lAX RLLUt
RICHARD L. HARPER
4606 BAY CREST DRIVE
TAMPA, FL 33615
The holder of the following certificate has filed said certificate for a tax
deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number and year of issuance,
the description of the property and the names in which it was assessed are
as follows,
Certificate No: 811
MAY 26, 2005
Description of Property:
SEE EXHIBIT "A"
NAME IN WHICH ASSESSED
NILLIAM LARKIN JR. ESTATE, 7401 BAY ISLAND DRIVE #228, SOUTH
PASIDENA, FL 33707
NARNING: Said property being in the County of Dixie, State of Florida.
Unless such certificate shall be redeemed according to law the property
described in such certificate shall be sold to the highest bidder at the Dixie
County Courthouse on JANUARY 29, 2008 at 11:00 A.M.
December 28,2007
Dana D. Johnson, Clerk of Court
Dixie County, Florida 32628
Candace L. Corbin, Deputy Clerk
EXHIBIT A
Description of Property:
Parcel No. 32-09-13-4492-0002-0220
5.00 ACRES 32 9 13 LOT 22 INDIAN OAKS UNIT 2 OR BK 188 PG 475
DRB 277 P 426 (DC)
Subject to the restrictions of record.
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF
THE THIRD JUDICIAL CIR-
CUIT IN AND FOR DIXIE
COUNTY, FLORIDA
CIVIL ACTION CASE NO.
2007-78-CA
HERBERT E. HURST, Plaintiff
vs.
ESTATE OF NEIL E. HURST;
ANDERSON MATERIALS
CO., INC.; FLORIDA FOREST
PRODUCTS; AND JOHN DOE
OR JANE DOE, as Tenants in
Possession, Defendants.
NOTICE OF SALE
TO WHOM IT MAY CON-
CERN:
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN
that I, DANA JOHNSON, Clerk
of the Circuit Court of the Third
Judicial Circuit, in and for DIX-
IE County, Floirda, pursuant to
the Amended Summary Final
Judgment in Foreclosure en-
t 4 e-infl:th eb-e styled
cause, will sell at public sale
the following described proper-
ty situated in DIXIE County,
Florida, to wit:
LOT 27, SUWANNEE RIVER
RANCHETTES, according to
the plat thereof recorded in
HLUULAH MELItINtU
Dixie County Board of County Corm-
missioners
Dixie County Courthouse.- Com-
mission Meeting Room
Cross City, Florida
10:00'AM -January 3, 2008
The Dixie County Board of County
Commissioners of Dixie pounty,
Florida, met on Thursday, January
3, 2008 at 10:00 AM in a regular
meeting, in the County Commis-
sioners Meeting Room, in the Dixie
County Courthouse, Cross City,
Florida.
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT:
Hoyt J. "Buddy" Lamb, Chairman
Marcus A. Hays, Vice Chairman
James T. Valentine
Marvin E. Hunt
Troy Johnson
STAFF PRESENT:
Dana D. Johnson, Clerk of Court
Candace L. Corbin, Deputy Clerk
Leenette McMillan, County Attorney
Arthur Bellot, County Manager
CALL TO ORDER:
Commissioner Lamb called the
meeting to order at 10:08 a.m.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE:
The invocation was given by Com-
missioner Hays and the Pledge to
the American Flag was led by Com-
missioner Valentine.
APPROVAL OF COMMISSION
MINUTES:
The motion to approve the minutes
from the Regular Meeting of De-
cember 20, 2007 was made contin-
gent upon attomey approval by
Commissioner Johnson and sec-
onded by Commissioner Hays..
Board approved.
MARY LEE TANKA, CENTER FOR
INDEPENDENT LIVING:
Ms. Tanka; rural grant program co-
ordinator for the Center for Inde-
pendent Living, appeared before
the Board explaining the center's
purpose for wheel chair ramp build-
ng. She explained the Center has
seven people eligible on the waiting
list to be helped. She stated the or-
ganization is non profit and all do-
nations received will stay In that
particular county to cover building
material expense. Ms. Tanka also
stated all work is volunteer work
and the only stipulation is the volun-
teer must be 16 years or older due
to OSHA laws. Ms. Tanka asked
the Board to consider the waiving of
permit fees for the Wheel Chair
ramps and ensured the Board all
ramps are built to code., The mo-
tion to waive all permitting fees was
made by Commissioner Valentine
and seconded by Commissioner
Hunt. Board approved with a re-
minder to apply for all applicable
permits.
RUTH FINLEY, BAILEY BISHOP
AND LANE:Ms. Finley appeared
before the Board presenting a con-
tract for execution on the Gornto
1,2,3,4
plat book 1, pages 66 and 67,
Public Records of Dixie Coun-
ty, Florida. TOGETHER WITH
1984 Concord Mobile Home,
I.D. #3348514058.
Said sale shall be made to the
highest and best bidder for
cash pursuant to the Amended
Summary Final Judgment en-
tered in the above styled
cause and will be held at the
front door of the Dixie County
Courthouse in Cross City,
Florida on the 4th day of Feb-
ruary, 2008, commencing at
the hour of 11:00 A.M.
All interested parties shall be
governed accordingly by this
Notice.
DATED this 8th day of Janu-
ary, 2008.
DANA JOHNSON,
Clerk of the Court
By: Karen Leverett
Deputy Clerk.
GREGORY V. BEAUCHAMP,
PA.
Attorney for Plaintiff
P. 0. Box 1129
Chiefland, FL 32644
(352) 493-1458
Florida Bar No. 178770
3,4,
springs Hoad and UH.B1A projects
the Board approved at the last
meeting with Hipp construction, the
low bidder. Ms. Fidley also stated
the Spillers Highway and Veterans
Road projects would be bid next
week with BBL bringing the results
to the Board at the next regular
meeting.
JOE RUTH, SOLID WASTE CO-
ORDINATOR:Mr. Ruth appeared
before the Board stating the Haz-
ardous Waste collection, date would
be April 19th, 2008. The Board
thanked Mr. Ruth and the Solid
Waste Staff for their extensive ef-
forts at the roll off sites during the
holidays.
JERRY PRATER, VETERANS
SERVICE OFFICER:Mr. Prater ap-
peared before the Board presenting.
the monthly report for the Veterans
Service Office accompanied by a
new press release relating to Social
Security information.
STAN RIDGEWAY, BIG BEND WA-
TER AUTHORITY:Mr. Ridgeway
appeared before the Board giving a
progress report on how the BBWA
was functioning. He stated the offi-
cers were elected and they will hold
two meetings per month until April.
Mr. ,Ridgeway also informed the
Board that as of December 31,
2007 the BBWA assumed all liability
from the Dixie County Board of
County Commissioners.
JACK SPIVEY, BUILDING OFFI-
CIAL:Mr. Spivey appeared before
the Board presenting the Building
and Zoning monthly report.
TIM ALEXANDER, EMERGENCY '
SERVICES DIRECTOR:
Mr. Alexander appeared before the
Board giving the monthly report for
Emergency and Non Emergency
transport accompanied by the Fuel
Usage report
Mr. Alexander stated a Flood Miti-
gation Grant Meeting was held last
week.
ARTHUR BELLOT, COUNTY MAN-
AGER:Manager Bellot stated he
has submitted several CBIRS re-
quests to our legislative delegation.
He explained that CBIRS are grant.
requests submitted annually by the
County. Dixie County submitted
one on behalf'of the courthouse
and a request for SCRAP and
SCOP projects. He stated Dixie
County.also filed on a FRDAP grant
at Gornto and the Agriculture Pavil-
ion.
Manager Bellot stated a grant op-
portuhity for greenways and trails Is
available with a maximum award of
$250,000 with an 80/20 match. He
explained the grant is for new de-
velopment and would like project
Ideas from the Board. : Commis-
sioner Hays suggested a trail be-
tween the Shired Island Park and
the Boat ramp. Commissioner
Lamb suggested the Dixie Mainline
leading to Suwannee. Manager
Bellot stated the deadline for sub-
n
Effective Janua
sons wanting
Deed Sale muE
mission is refund
March 31st. deposit with th<
Manager Bellot or(
brought to the obtain a bid nun
Board's atten- for any inconver
tion a radio
station out of ques'
Maine filed pa- deferred to Da
pers in the li- -Clerk of Court
brary for public
feedback. He
stated the
channel is 89.3
and will be
broadcasting The Executive (
from south of
Cross City. Early Learning (
Nature Coast's'
Manager Bellot scheduled to be
stated he re- day, January 23
ceived a letter
of requesting 10:00a.m. has
feedback from The meeting wil
AIItel concern- Monday, Januat
ing the pro- ginning at 1:30F
posed cell
phone tower your calendars.
site In Suwan-
nee. Manager The meeting wil
Bellot stated Coalition's Crys'
he responded, cated at 1564 N
"The sooner
the better" Blvd, Crystal Ri
Please call 877-
LEENETTE 563-9939, exter
MCOUMILLAN, have any quest
COUNTY AT-
TORNEY'Attor-
ney McMillan 4
clarified the
Board's advertising for engineering
firms. She stated we are not elimi-
nating anyone currently on contract
with Dixie County. The request Is
foradditional engineering so the
Board has another avenue of avail-
ability.'
DANA D. JOHNSON, CLERK OF
THE COURT:Clerk Johnson pre-
sented the Supervisor of Elections
annual Financial Report for 2007.
COMMISSIONER.ITEMS:
Marcus A. Hays:Commissioner
Hays reminded the Board of open-
ing ceremonies for soccer will be
held on January 26, 2008. He stat-
ed he would like for the Road De-
partment to put some rock at the
entrance of Roy Ward Little League
Field before that time arrives. Man-
ager Ballot stated he would like to
see asphalt'put on the entrance
and access roads while Veterans
Road is being paved. The Board
supported Manager Bellot's sug-
gestion. Manager Bellot added that
new nets and goals, bleachers,
were delivered to the field over the
holidays and that bleachers, lights,
etc. are on order. He stated alu-
minum seating will now be available
and smaller bleachers were chosen
due to safety guidelines.
Hoyt J. "Buddy" Lamb:
Commissioner Lamb thanked
everyone for all of the hard work
throughout the county in 2007.
*The Chairman Recessed the Meet-
ing due to a workshop at 2:30 p.m.*
WORKSHOP 2:30 PM JANU-
ry 1, 2008, all per-
to bid at any Tax
st post a $200.00
able cash
e Clerk of Court in
der to
iber. We are Sorry
nience, and ask that
tions be
ana D. Johnson,
ait (352) 498-1200.
4,5
Committee of the
Coalition of the
Meeting originally
held on Wednes-
, 2008 at
been rescheduled.
I now be held on
ry 28, 2008, be-
>.m. Please mark
I be held at the
tal River office lo-
I. Meadowcrest
ver, FL. 34429.
-336-5437 or 352-
islon 222 If you
ons.
ARY 3, 2008
CALL TO ORDER:'
Commissioner Lamb
called the workshop to
order at 2:30 PM.
DISCUSSION:
Manager Ballot ex-
plained that he had
been approached by
several offices: Super-
visor of Elections, Pro-
bation arid Parole,
State Attorney, Public
Defender, ahd the
Sheriff asking to relo-
cate due to space
problems. Discussion
took place on the issue
of. available office
space. Many represen-
tatives from the county
offices requesting
space were present and
gestions on relocating.
cusslon, the Board decide
porarily move Guardian
the EMS training building
vide space for the Public
er's office at the annex a
CR351 from the courthou
I T
4,5
gave sug-
After dis-
led to tem-
Ad Litem to
g and pro-
Defend-
across
use
ADJOURN AND RECONVENE:
The motion to adjourn the work-
shop and reconvene the Board
meeting was made by Commission-
er Valentine and seconded by Com-
missioner Hays. Board approved.
COMMISSION ITEMS CONTIN-
UED:
Commissioner Lamb asked the
Board to keep in mind the DeSoto
Mining
-----ordi-
nance because Dixie County will
need to adopt a mining ordinande
of its own soon. He stated he
would like.to have something by the
next morning meeting.
ADJOURN:
The motion to adjourn was made by
Commissioner Johnson and sec-
onded by Commissioner Hay.
Board approved. The meeting ad-
journed at 5:56 PM.
VOUCHERS APPROVED:
Vender: 29928-29990
Payroll: 29869-29981
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMIS-
SIONERS
DIXIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Hpyt J. "Buddy" Lamb, Chairman
ATTEST:
Dana D. Johnson, Clerk of Court
It
E ALG SLY. LE LOT 5 AND AN
EXTENSION OF SAID LE AP-
PROX 165 FT TO WATER'S
EDGE OF CANAL RN IN A NLY
DIRECTION APPRO
Subject to the restrictions of
record.
3,4,5,6
Page 13
IN THE CIRCGIUT COURT OF THE
THIRD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND
FOR DIXIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
CIVIL ACTION
CASE NO.2007-83-CA
DIVISION
WELLS FARGO BANK,NA, Plaintiff
VS.
CHRISTOPHER M. COLE, et.al,
Defendants.
NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE
SALE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pur-
suant to a Final Judgment of Mort-
gage Foreclosure dated January
15, 2008 and entered in Case No.
2007-83-CA of the Circuit Court of
the THIRD Judicial Circuit In and
!or DIXIE County, Florida wherein
WELLS FARGO BANK, NA, is the
Plaintiff and CHRISTOPHER
M.COLE, are the Defendants, I will
sell to the highest and best bidder
for cash at the NORTHWEST SIDE
LOBBY OF THE DIXIE COUNTY
COURTHOUSE at 11:00 AM on the
26th Day of February, 2008, the fol-
lowing described property as set
forth In said Final Judgement:
ALL OF THE EASTERLY 212.45
FEET (EAST ONE HALF) OF LOT
B, OLD TOWN HAMMOCK SUBDI-
VISION, ACCORDING TO THE
PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED
IN PLAT BOOK 1, PAGE 156 OF
THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF DIXIE
COUNTY, FLORIDA.
A/K/A 433 NE 173 AVENUE, OLD
TOWN, PL 32680
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 sixty (60) days af-
ter the sale.
WITNESS MY HAND and the seal
2f this Court on January 15, 2008.
Dana Johnson,
Clerk of the Circuit Court
By: Karen Leverett
Deputy Clerk
3B~Srclrl~,lOOYl~a~r:
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NOTICE OF APPLICATION
FOR TAX DEED
J.M. MCKINNEY JR, TRUSTEE
PO BOX 790
CROSS CITY, FL 32680
The holder of the following cer-
tificate has filed said certificate
For a tax deed to be issued
thereon. The certificate number
and year of issuance, the de-
scription of the' property and the
names in which it was as-
sessed are as follows
Certificate No: 043
MAY 27, 2004
Description of Property:
SEE EXHIBIT "A"
NAME IN WHICH ASSESSED
DONALD K. HOLLAND, PO
BOX 1574, OLD TOWN, FL
32680
WARNING: Said property be-
ing in the County of Dixie, State
of Florida. Unless such certifi-
cate shall be redeemed accord-
ing to law the property de-
scribed in such certificate shall
be sold to the highest bidder at
the Dixie County Courthouse on
FEBRUARY 26, 2008 at 11:00
A.M.
January 7, 2008
Dana D. Johnson, Clerk of
Court
Dixie County, Florida 32628
Candace L. Corbin, Deputy
Clerk
EXHIBIT A
Description of Property:
Parcel No. 03-10-13-4511-
0000-0310
3.00 ACRES 310 13 LOT 31
PARADISE HAMMOCK S/D
RESTRICTIONS IN ORB 104
PG 100 ORB 177 P 491 1985-
MH-14'X48'-R0621018
Subject to the restrictions of
record.
3,4,5,6
NOTICE OF APPLICATION
FOR TAX DEED
J.M. MCKINNEY JR, TRUSTEE
PO BOX 790
CROSS CITY, FL 32680
The holder of the following cer-
tificate has filed said certificate
for a tax deed to be issued
thereon. The certificate number
and year of issuance, the de-
scription of the property and the
names in which it was as-
sessed are as follows
Certificate No: 485
MAY 27, 2004
Description of Property:
SEE EXHIBIT "A'
NAME IN WHICH ASSESSED
VON AND PEGGIE MCELROY,
1205 EAST HARDING
STREET, ORLANDO, FL
32806-4103
WARNING: Said property be-
ing in the County of Dixie, State
of Florida. Unless such certifi-
cate shall be redeemed accord-
ing to law the property de-
scribed in such certificate shall
be sold to the highest bidder at
the Dixie County Courthouse on
FEBRUARY 26, 2008 at 11:00
A.M.
January 11, 2008
Dana D. Johnson, Clerk of
Court
Dixie County, Florida 32628
Candace L. Corbin, Deputy
Clerk
EXHIBIT A
Description of Property:
Parcel No. 19-13-12-2994-
0003-4470
19 13 12 LOT 447 SUWANNEE
SHORES 3 OR BK 53 PG 314
Subject to the restrictions of
record.
3,4,5,6
NOTICE OF APPLICATION
FOR TAX DEED
J.M. MCKINNEY JR, TRUSTEE
PO BOX 790
3ROSS CITY, FL 32680
The holder of the following cer-
tificate has filed said certificate
For a tax deed to be issued
thereon. The certificate number
and year of issuance, the de-
scription of the property and the
names in which it was as-
sessed are as follows
Certificate No: 621
MAY 27, 2004
Description of Property:
SEE EXHIBIT "A"
NAME IN WHICH ASSESSED
ANDY GREEN, 1972
WOLDORD ROAD, CLEARWA-
TER, FL 34620
WARNING: Said property be-
ing in the County of Dixie, State
of Florida. Unless such certifi-
cate shall be redeemed accord-
ing to law the property de-
scribed in such certificate shall
be sold to the highest bidder at
the Dixie County Courthouse on
FEBRUARY 26, 2008 at 11:00
A.M.
January 11, 2008
Dana D. Johnson, Clerk of
Court
Dixie County, Florida 32628
Candace L. Corbin, Deputy
Clerk
EXHIBIT A
Description of Property:
Parcel No. 24-10-09-0000-
0149-1702
241009 COM SW CR OF
N1/2 OF SW1/4 RN N50 FT E
250 FT FOR POB CONT E 100
FT N 350 FT W 100 FT S 350
FT TO, POB OR BK'95 PG 181
& ORB 166 P 740 (DC) ORB
167 P 129 & OR BK 168 PG
764 1972-MH (OFF WATER)
ORB 232 P 178 PRB 245 P 396
Subject to the restrictions of
record.
3,4,5,6
BRONSON URGES
RETAILERS AND
CONSUMERS TO
DISPOSE OF
CHEESE PRODUCT
TALLAHASSEE -- Florida
Agriculture and Consumer
Services Commissioner
Charles H. Bronson is urging
retail stores to check their
inventory for Santa Rosa
Cheese, Naturally Aged
White Cheese. The cheese
may be contaminated with E.
coli bacteria.
The potential for this conta-
mination was determined af-
ter recent testing performed
by the Florida Department of
Agriculture and Consumer
Services revealed the pres-
ence of generic E. coli bacte-
ria -- not the more dangerous
E. coli 0157:H7 strain -- in
samples of the cheese col-
lected from.the manufactur-
er's Miami warehouse.
The affected codes for Natu-
rally Aged White Cheese are
565 and 589, various package
sizes. Retailers who have
purchased this product are
urged to return it to the
manufacturer, Santa Rosa
heese, 4795 N.W. 72nd Av-
nue,. Miami, Florida 33166.
Consumers who have pur-
chased the product should
return it to the store from
which they bought it.
No illnesses have been re-
ported to date in connection
with this product.
NOTICE OF APPLICATION
FOR TAX DEED
J.M. MCKINNEY JR, TRUSTEE
PO BOX 790
CROSS CITY, FL 32680
The holder of the following cer-
tificate has filed said certificate.
for a tax deed to be issued
thereon. The certificate number
and year of issuance, the de-
scription of the property and the
names in which it was as-
sessed are as follows
Certificate No: 666
MAY 27, 2004
Description of Property:
SEE EXHIBIT "A"
NAME IN WHICH ASSESSED
ROBERT AND FRANCE
WHEELER, 22 AIRE CT #22,
OLDSMAR, FL 34677-2514
WARNING: Said property be-
ng in the County of Dixie, State
of Florida. Unless such certifi-
cate shall be redeemed accord-
ing to law the property de-
scribed in such certificate shall
be sold to the highest bidder at
the Dixie County Courthouse on
FEBRUARY 26, 2008 at 11:00
A.M.
January 11, 2008
Dana D. Johnson, Clerk of
Court
Dixie County, Florida 32628
Candace L. Corbin, Deputy
Clerk
EXHIBIT A
Description of Property:
Parcel No. 25-09-13-
4424-0000-0170
3.01 ACRES 25 9 13 LOT 17
MCCRABB CROSSING S/D
ORB 219 P 264
Subject to the restrictions of
record.
3,4,5,6
NOTICE OF APPLICATION
FOR TAX DEED
J: MCKINNEY JR, TRUSTEE
PO BOX 790
CROSS CITY, FL 32680
The holder of the following cer-
tificate has filed said certificate
for a tax deed to be issued
thereon. The certificate number
and year of issuance, the de-
scription of the property and the
names in which it was as-
essed are as follows
Certificate No: 844
MAY 27, 2004
Description of Property:
SEE EXHIBIT "A"
NAME IN WHICH ASSESSED
TIM PEARCE AND FELICIA
GLOVER, 11230 SE COUNTY
ROAD. 245, LULU, FL 32061,
WARNING: Said property be-
ing in the County of Dixie, State
of Florida. Unless such certifi-
cate shall be redeemed accord-
ng to law the property de-
scribed in such certificate shall
be sold to the highest bidder at
the Dixie County Courthouse or
FEBRUARY 26, 2008 at 11:00
A.M.
January 4, 2008
Dana D. Johnson, Clerk of
Court
Dixie County, Florida 32628
Candace L. Corbin, Deputy
Clerk
EXHIBIT A
Description of Property:
Parcel No. 30-13-12-0000-
3620-0002/ 30-13-12-3500-
000B-0050
30 10 12 LOT 5 & A PORTION
OF LOTS 6 &'7 BLK B BIG
BRADFORD S/D DESC AS
FOLLOWS; BG NW CR NE V4
OF SEC 30 RN W 549 FT RN
S481 FTTOSWCRLOT8
BLK E DEMORY HILL S/D RN
W 23 FT RN S 104.75 FT TO A
POINT RN S 35D E 688.41 FT
RN S 26DE 144.31 FT TO A
PIONT IN CANAL AND POB
RN N 26D E 144.31 FTTO NLY
LE OF BLK B RN S 34D E ALG
NLY LE BLK B 109.54 FT TO
NE CR LOT 5 BLK B RN S 55D
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JANUARY--IMPORTANT SCHOOL DATES'
Jan 22/24-25 SMAC Championship at
Chiefland
Jan 24 DCHS vs. Williston 6:00/7:30
Jan 26 SAT testing
Jan 29 SAT deadline for 3/1/08 test
DCHS Girls District Tournament
@ Newberry
DCHS at Branford 6:30
Jan 30 Early Release Day
Blood Mobile at DCHS
-KIDB WINNERS
Congratulations to over 150 Anderson Elementary students
who acheived their Kidbiz reading goal during the second
nine weeks! All students in grades 2-5 were asked to meet the
challange of completing 18 Kidbiz assignments with at least
80% accuracy. These tests are taken by reading a non-fiction
passage
and tak-
ing a
compre-
hension
test on
the com-
puter.
There
were 4
classes
that
worked
very hard
S and had
4 100% of
the stu-
dents
reaching
the goal:
Mrs.
Durham's
First,
'Second
and
4,Y Third
Block 5th
grade
SClasses,
S and Mrs.
4th grade
class. All
students
reached
the goal
awarded
prize
from Eu-
rope
they earn
passport
stamps:
or our trip around the world. We salute all the students who
are doing their best to earn the next award from China. Keep
pthe great work!
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RRMS STUDENTS OF THE MONTH
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ANDERSON
ELEMENTARY
HONOR ROLL
2nd Nine Weeks
Anderson Elementary School
HONOR ROLL 2nd Nine Weeks
KINDERGARTEN
"S" Honor Roll
Allende, Akiria
Bowling, Lynzee
Bradley, Aliyah
Bright, Jeremy
Burnett, Seth
Cannon, Morgan
Carter, Kensha
Coffill, Carrie
Crowley, Jasmine
Davis, Anthony
Davis, Taylor
Driggers, Taylor
Dunaway, Thomas
Forehand, Jaelyn
Futch, Julia
Gainey, Kaylen
Gantt, Kadee
Gillette, Christalena
Gleason, Zachery
Grady, Kathleen
Harrison, Sabrina
Hart, Cynthia
Hatcher, Luke
Herring, Conner
Huggins, Kabria
Johnson, Chase
Jones, Amie
Leach, Chaney
Lee, Jessie
Leverett, Kassidy
Linderman, Scott
Locke, Easton
Martin, Mariah
Medlin, Lori
Mills, Jaylee
Music, Hunter
Oneal, Madison
Owens, Taylor
Petty, Vanessa
Quinn,. Coral
Rollison, Savannah
Scelzi, Kaitlyn
Shelton,Michael
Simpson, Latavia
Smith, Jefferson
St. Laurent, Taylor
iSwanson, Shelby
Teague, Briasia
Teague, Kyndall
Thomas, Tyler
Turner,Charles
Tyson, Jacara
Walker, Margaret
Walker, Vershon
Weaver, Melody
Wilder, Nyikerria
1ST GRADE
"A"' Honor Roll
Amrell, Calista
Barnette, Destiny
Begue, Kristen
Berry, Breanna
Bray, Elijah
Brown, Jordan
Brown, Ka'Nia
Brown, Taryn
Butler, Jordan
Carter, Elicia
Carter, Mareena
Chesser, Julia
Chewning, Hallie
Douglas, Morgan
Dunn, Samantha
Forehand, Maggie
Futch, Justus
Gallion, Alyssa
Gillette, Lacey,
Hunt, Isiah
Hurst, Kolby
Imani, Zion
Keen, Kailey
Knight, Wyatt
Leverett; Justyn
Lord,Chelsey
Mash, Kevin
McCaskill, Kyler
McDowell, Deneshia
McFall, Shondotta
Mills, Abby
Mills, Ashley
Moore, Aaliyah
Osteen, Kyndall
Rahim, Tonmoy
Reed, CJ
Rollison, MaShayla
Sanchez-Avalos, Jennifer
Stutts, Courtney
Thomas, Christopher
Valentine, Caitlen
Valentine, Shelby
Vonstein, Raegan
Watson, Blake
Weeks, Aaron
"A/B" Honor Roll
Allen, Rebekah
Butler, Robert
Byrd, Hailey
Cannon, Madison
Castle, Crystal
Clark,Kristal
Clark, Michala
Davis, William
Doxtater, Lily
Ellard, Blaine
Everett, Jerrell
Hunt, Austin
Hurst, Alexus
Johnson, Cierra
I Jones, Ricky
McElroy, Clifton
McKinnon, Ashton
Medlin, Larah
Micale, Levi
Osteen, Chelsey
Palmer, Gary
Smith, Justin
Stinson, Kendal
Tyson, Jamell
2ND GRADE
'"A"' Honor Roll
Anderson, Rhett
Brown, Raymond
Daniels, Amanda
Deavitt, Dena
Free, Rance
Godoy, Maria
Groom, Sydney
Hamilton, Casey
Hodge; Whitney
Hunt, Alyssa
Hurst, Kailee
Lee, Lloyd
Nessmith, Raigan
Philmon, Bradley
Pleasant, Travis
Quirin, Jadyn
Rollison, Britton
Rollison, Candice
Stephens, Kaitlyn
Sullivan, Dustin
Thomas, Cade
Washington, Juan
Weeks, Conner
'A/B" Honor Roll
Allen, Wyatt
Bryant, Michael
Buchanan, Sarah
Burkhart, Brittany
Butler, Dylan
Davis, Nicole
Dawson, Aaron
Doxtater, Nathan
Fairweather, Tre'Sor
Gleason, Victoria
Greene, Deyton
Griffis, Jacklyn
Hightower, Lillian
Huggins, Benny
Hurst, Kameron
Hysmith, Rebecca
Kight, Kayla
Lara, John
Lea, Samantha
Leach, Tristan
Medlin, Leanna
Tyson, Jamal
Tyson, Jamoroia
Williams, Michael
3RD GRADE
"A" Honor Roll
Besterman, Morgan
Eubanks, Courtney
Hammock, James
Harden, Kevin
Hays, Ben
Henricks, Laura
DIXIE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
SERVING YOU AT FIVE LOCATIONS
CROSS CITY / HIGHWAY 19
OLD TOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
RUTH RAINS MIDDLE SCHOOL
ANDERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
DIXIE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
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Acute & Chronic Disease Care Minor Surgical Procedures
Laceration Repair # Employment Physicals
Well Child & Newborn Care Family Planning I OB Care
School & Sports Physicals School Health Services
Treatment for Asthma Preventative Health Care
WIC Coupons 0 Dental Services
Laboratory & X-Ray HIV Anonymous & Confidential Testing
Child and Adult Immunizations
Attention Deficit Disorder Evaluation & Treatment
W Kiddy Corner Play Area for Children
FREE PREGNANCY TESTS
Board Certified Pediatrician To Care For Your Children
Board Certified Family Medicine Practitoner to Care For Adults
Medical Providers To See Your CIildren At School
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TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT CALL: (352) 498-1360
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Savannah DeVanie, Cole Kruggel and Aaron Kelly are stu-
dents of the month at Ruth Rains middle School for Decem-
ber and January
Savannah DeVanie is the daughter of Dawn DeVanie of
Cross City and Michael DeVanie of Trenton. Her hobbies in-
clude jigsaw puzzles, playing volleyball, fishing with her dad,
and participating, in the Drama Club. Savannah is courteous,
respectful, and helpful to her classmates and teachers. She
consistently strives for good grades and completes her work.
She plans to be a forensic pathologist and attend the Univer-
sity of Florida. Congratulations Savannah!!
Cole Kruggel is the son of John and Michelle Kruggel of
Steinhatchee. Cole is very good about completing his work
and turning it in on time. He is also very respectful and is a
wonderful role model for his peers. In his spare time, Cole
enjoys playing with his remote control trucks and airplanes.
Congratulations, Cole, for being selected, as Student of the
Month!
Aaron Kelly is the son of Travis and Joni Kelly of Old Town.
Aaron is a conscientious student with a great attitude. In ad-
dition to academics, Aaron enjoys playing football and base-
ball. Away from school, he enjoys video games, playing with
his dogs, and being with friends. After high school, Aaron
wants to attend Florida State University Congratulations,
Aaron!
Jones, Haylee
Lee, Rob
Lord, Cayla
Millard, Brack
Petty, Priscilla
Shivley, Tina
Varnes, Janna
Yarrell, Latresha
'A/B" Honor Roll
Bannister, Sarah
Beckham, Savannah
Chesser, Kyle
Chewning, Brandon
Crowley, Tristyn
Green, Lyric
Greene, Brandon
Hodge, Justin
Jackson, Clifford
Jenkins, Jonathan
Missildine, Steve
Moore, Richard
Neeley, TJ
Osteen, Skyler
Owens, Megal
- *' 'Riels, 'Kytie) ;' .-W"'--
Simpson, Vanessa
Smith, Crystal
Teixeria, Lena-Marie
VanAernam, Kole
Waldron, Jaxon
Washington, Jamaica
4TH GRADE
"A" Honor Roll
Davis, Sena
Dey, Judson
Douglas, Caysie
Hollis, Marquez
Hurst, Shelton
Jones, Katie
Lea, Tori
Locke, Reed
Locklear, Joshua
Mash, Kenneth
McCall, Cale
McFall, Cameron
Mikell, Gage
Missildine, Lindsey
Robinson, Tristan
Sapp, Ivey
'A/B" Honor Roll
Adams, Kaitlen
Berry, Serena
Bond, Thomas
Boyd, Riley
Brown, La'Trel
Chewning, Hannon
Collins, Malik
Collins, Taze'ya
Everett, Cheyenne
Fowler, Liza
Harris, Lonnie
Higginbotham, Charly
Howard, Tionne
Kimball, Cody
Kirby,Breannah
Linderman, Sonja
Lord, Aaryn
Martinez, India
McDbwell, Breauna
Mertz, Kelsey
Micale, Julius
Norris, Rebecca
Reed, Caylan
Rood, Brooke-lyn
Thomas, Aaron
Valentine, Christopher
Walker,Ehobnie '.i. j
5TH GRADE
"A" Honor Roll
Allen, Aubrey
Allen, Joshua .
Forehand, Katlyn
Hagan, Tabatha
Herring, Samantha
Hurst, Sarah
Mash, John
McCall, Shelbi
Moore, Lacey
Robson, Chase
Sanchez-Avalos,Wendy
Sanders, Jolene
Young, Shileigh
'A/B' Honor Roll
Anderson, Shelby
Barber, Tyler
Fowler, Trey
Gainey, Katelyn
Hart, Justin.
Johnson, Caylan
Keen, Whitney
Peacock, Allison
Rollison, Tori
Sphaler, Megan
VanAernam, Katelyn
Wells, Dylan
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SUWANNEE RIVER GARDEN
CLUB MEETS AGAIN
The Suwan-
nee River a
Garden
Club will
meet again
Monday,
January 28
after a brief
recess over
the holi-
days.
Leonard
Allen of
Allen's
Nursery in
Old Town Lisa Picarie Io, inie e ec k,Heather Blake an
will present a t ed e oo
program onvegetable gardening He will give tips on planti-
ng vegetables in flower beds.
The club agreed to purchase 3 types of wildflower seeds to be
scattered on the Nature Coast Trail near the first bench after
the Trenton Elementary School.. Permission was granted by
the trail association and several members prepared the
ground and scattered the seeds. The club also planted a but-
terfly garden at Haven Hospice last spring.
The January meeting will be in Fanning Springs in the
church building behind the Cadillac Motel at 7 p. m. The pub-
lic is welcome. Come and bring a friend. For more informa-
tion contact Joan Pryor at 352 542 2211 or email
joanpryor@hughes.net.
Don't forget to vote on
Tuesday, January 29th!
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Office: (352) 542-9038
FAX: (352) 542-9570
Mon. Sat.
8:00 5:00
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Brandy, Phillip, Dale Jr.
MEALS ON
WHEELS
UPDATE
Many have wondered if there
is a real need in Suwannee
for the program. First, it
must be understood that
Meals on Wheels is not a wel-
fare / soup kitchen program.
On the contrary! Meals on
wheels is a program pur-
posed to meet many needs,
and feeding the hungry and
homeless is not principly
that purpose. As long as I am
involved, hungry people will
not be turned away from a
truely needed meal, but pri-
marily, Meals on Wheels is a
program to assure disabled
persons and seniors in our
community get a nourishing,
balanced meal on most days.
We can use more vlounteers!
Volunteers are asked to serve
a three hour day. They will
be responsible for removing
the frozen, prepared meals
from the freezer, and placing
them in a preheated oven for
20 minutes, distributing the
meals silverware and drinks
to the seniors, and afterward
assisting in the general clean
up. Heavy (deep cleaning)";
cleaning will be provided by
Suwannee Fellowship. If you
or someone you know can
volunteer, please call or
email me at 352-542-2656 dr-
pastor@aol.com!
Many disabled and seniors
fail to eat right, and they of-
ten fail to eat at'all. As they
get older, they forget to eat,
eat poor meals due to the ef-
fort of preparation. Meals on
Wheels presents the op-
poritunity.to seniors to eat a
good meal daily in a commu-
nity enviorment, so the com-
munity can be assured the
needs of our seniors are be-
ing met daily This makes it
LOG CABIN QUILTERS
Log Cabin QUilters met Thursday, January 17th at the Levy
County Quilt Museum. Another busy day On eof the Log
Cabin quilts was taken out of the frame and Goldie will hem
it at home. BJ put in a top to be quilted at home. Jannie
brought in a top that is simple to piece and can be made in
many ways. Rose brought in a wreath using wood to deco-
rate. Sherrie has finished her first quilt and now she can
learn to quilt. Dorothy brought in a big bag of scraps to be
given away and everyone had a great day.
Derick and six boys were out Wednesday and what a day we
had! Four boys learned how to unroll, measure, cut, fold and
tie two fifty yard rolls of batting we use for our quilts. They
did a great job and it saved us many hours of bending to get
it all done. Thanks Lancaster.
We are full on our bus trip and if you find you can't go, please
call as we have a waiting list. It wi be a great day when we
go down and see if anyone won any ribbons.
Lunch was so good with cabbage, beets, chicken and rice,
chili, meatballs, rolls, salads, and lots of desserts and several
guests. There were fifteen present.
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possible for seniors to live on
thier own longer in the com-
munity they love with a safe-
ty net securely in place to see
that their needs are met in a
timely and reasonable way.
The community meal center
becomes a safe place for care-
givers to leave a senior for a
meal for shopping, doctor's
appointment or just a bit of a
break from the rigors of 24/7
caregiving. In addition, the
meal center will become a
center for information distri-
bution too. Presentations by
agencies that serve seniors
can be held to keep seniors
up to date on matters that
concern them. The benefits
of the Meals on Wheels pro-
gram in Suwannee is real,
needed and validated by as
many as 19 people that have
been identified as qualified
for the program.
I'd like to meet with you! I'd
like to meet with all those in-
terested in being a part of
the Suwailnee Meals on
Wheels program on Tuesday
February 12th (Second Tues-
day in Feb) at 6:30 PM. Please
make every effort to attend. I
will be publishing an article
in the Suwannee Connec-
tions Newsletter, Dixie Advo-
cate and Dixie Times. Hon-
estly, I do not believe Meals
on Wheels will succeed with-
out you!
I want to remind you of two
things: First remember this
scripture, "Consider now; for
the LORD has chosen you to
build a house for the sanctu-
ary: BE STRONG, AND DO
IT." 1 Chronicles 28:10 (KJV
Bold Uppercase Emphasis
Added).
Second, keep the faith and
remember, God says for 2007,
Light the fire again!
Blessings!Dr. Michael L.
Lowery, DD., Suwannee Fel-
lowship: Senior Pastor
ROCK SINK BAPTIST CHURCH
HOMECOMING
FEBRUARY 17, 2008
Homecoming at Rock Sink Baptist Church is set for February
17th during the morning worship service. Former members
and friends will be afforded the opportunity to get to know all
the new members during the noon meal.
Something new for this year! Services will begin at 10:00 in
the sanctuary for fellowship and special music. Part of the
music will be old favorites selected by you. There will also be
music by our own Rock Bottom Singers (Doreen Ganus Lamb,
Cherie Bush Norton, Freddie Fletcher, and Terry Cranford).
Place your food in the fellowship hall and come join us in the
sanctuary If you wait until 11:00 to arrive, you will miss
much of the fellowship, music, and fun.
Come join in the excitement as our Pastor, Brother Terry
Cranford, bring's Gods message into our lives. You will truly
receive a blessing.
If you do not have a Church home, we welcome you to join
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"JST SAY NO"
FLORIDA TAXWATCH
RELEASES REPORT ON
AMENDMENT 1 ON
PROPERTY TAXES
TALLAHASSEE Amendment 1, the pro-
posed constitutional amendment on Florida
property taxes, does not target relief to those
who need it most, perpetuates an inequitable
system and exacerbates the tax shift to those,
taxpayers who have suffered the most. This
is the conclusion of Florida TaxWatch,
which today released its analysis of the
amendment that will be considered by voters
bn January 29. The report, "Amendment 1 on
Property Taxes Is Likely to Do More Harm
than Good," reveals a serious flaw in the
amendment that would allow local govern-
ments to immediately recoup any lost rev-
enue that taxpayers would gain under the
amendment.
The report also states that the "portability"
provision. may well run afoul of the United
States Constitution, according to the expert
constitutional advice commissioned by the
Legislature. Further, Florida TaxWatch
warns that passage of the amendment could
mean the end of true property tax reform.
"Florida can, and must, do better," said Do-
minic M. Calabro, President & CEO of the
nonprofit taxpayer research group Florida'
TaxWatch. "Sound advice for amending the
constitution is 'when in doubt, leave it out.'
so high as to be of little value to most proper-
ties.
* The $9.3 billion five-year taxpayer savings
estimate is likely overstated. The proposal
does not restrict local governments' ability to
increase millage rates to recoup revenue loss-
es, thereby lessening the savings for some
and shifting more tax burden to others.
* And perhaps most importantly, if the voters
approve this new amendment, future at-
tempts to reform non-homestead property
taxes will be extremely difficult.
F
SHOULD YOU VOTE FOR
THE PROPERTY-TAX
AMENDMENT? FLORIDA
REALTORS SAY YES
By John Sebree
Florida Association of Realtors
For 92 years, Florida Realtors have enabled
millions of people to realize the American
dream of homeownership. In those 92 years,
the housing industry has become Florida's
A-D -D-TO-HEAD: ,
For Amendment 1, we are convinced it is The report also includes assessments made
more than just doubt. There is plenty of evi- by legal and economic experts who were
dence that this is not te:right thing for hired by the Legislature to advise it on prop-
Florida's taxpayers and economy." erty tax issues. A legal'expert warns of
S"100% certainty" of a constitutional chal-
lenge to the amendment on the grounds that
The new property tax amendment falls far portability violates the U.S. Commerce
short of what is needed, according to the re- Clause. "This proposed amendment will
port. There are a number of reasons why:: make a bad situation worse," say noted econ-
omists who are quoted in the report. "It is a
* The plan gives most of the relief to those cure worse than the disease." "Undoubtedly,
who need it tlhte least (long-term Save Our Florida's property tax system is in desperate
Homes property), while giving very little to need of reform," said Kurt Wenner, Florida
those that have seen their taxes rise the most TaxWatch Director of Tax Research. "Unfor-
(non-homestead tunately, the Legislature's need to pass some-
property). .thing people will vote for, coupled with a sin-
I v desire to help. loridians.who cannot af- "
*it will tpate the cur~~e ,, ord to move'because of higher taxes, result- -.
exacrbate the shift of tax burden from -ed in a proposal that is not only unsatisfacto-
homestead to non-homestead property It will ry but also likely to be detrimental."
also continue to shift tax burden to new
homeowners.
* While some solution to portability is need-
ed, there are serious' constitutional concerns
about providing it.
* The 10% cap for non-homestead property is
Don't Take t Fo Gran
nomic engine, contributing more than $108
billion, or 20 percent' of Florida's gross state
product. The immediate property tax cuts
that will result from the pas-
sage of Amendment 1 on
Jan. 29 would go a long way
toward revitalizing Florida's
economy and keeping the
American dream alive.
Here's how:
1) Thousands of Floridians
.who can't, afford to buy up or
down will finally be able to
move, thanks to: a provision
in Amendment 1 called
"portability." Homeowners
will beallowed to take up to
' $500,000rof accrued SA VeO'uuP
Homes benefits to.a new
home. In Palm Beach County
alone, portability could save
taxpayers $2,145, according
to the Office of the Majority
Whip, state Rep. Ellyn Bog-
danoff, R-Fort Lauderdale.
In Martin County, it would
be $2,114, and in St. Lucie
$1,261.47
The transactions resulting
from portability would gen-
erate documentary stamp
tax income for much-need-
ed affordable housing
throughout the state. The
moves also would pump 2202
millions into local
economies for goods (furni- 490
ture, appliances, draperies,
carpeting) and services (ap-
praisals, home inspections,
pest control, painting, elec-
trical work, landscaping).
In the first year after their
purchase, home buyers typ-
ically spend nearly $9,000
for property improvements, 14,
furnishings and appliances, wwwli
according to the National -
Association of Home
Builders.
There's a trickle-down ef-
fect from these purchases,
too, as these companies
maintain offices, pay em-
ployees and independent
contractors, buy cars and
trucks for their businesses,
use phones, computers and'
other business tools and
much more.
2) The average homeowner
in Palm Beach County
would save $274 in property
taxes immediately by the
increase in the homestead
exemption to $50,000 for al-
most all properties. That's
$274 per property owner go-
ing toward local retailers
and service providers, not
local governments that
should already be flush
with cash from the rapidly
rising property values of
the past several years. Mar-
tin County homeowners
would save about $215,
while St. Lucie homeown-
ers would save $331.
Local governments have a
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they've been collecting and spending millions
more in new tax dollars. Firefighters and po-
lice officers were protecting our communi-
ties before the property tax surge and they'll
be here to protect our communities without
your savings from Amendment 1. In these
economic times, all of us must tighten our
belts..
3) Small business owners benefit from
Amendment 1 as well. The amendment in-
cludes a $25,000 exemption on the tangible
personal property tax paid on computers and
office equipment. The state estimates that
about 1 million businesses would save about
$500 a year. Do the math: That's an additional
$50 million to channel into the state economy
at a time when it's sorely needed.
4) Second and vacation homes would become
more attractive to out-of-state buyers who
might otherwise take their dollars to Geor-
gia, North Carolina or some other state.
Amendment 1 caps property-tax assessments
on non-homestead property at 10"percent.
Current owners of commercial buildings,.
rental properties and second homes have
seen their property taxes spike in recent
years, particularly those located in high-val-
ue markets. Amendment 1 would protect
these owners from unpredictable tax increas-
es year-to-year, and free up millions for other
commodities and services.
Florida's economy is in trouble. State econo-
mists estimate a deficit in the budget of $2
billion. Amendment 1 has the ability to pro-
duce $9.2 billion in savings over the next five
years again, money that could generate
more, sustainable economic activity and tax-
es statewide.
Cut your taxes. Save the dream. Vote Yes on
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