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The Spirit Of Madison County
Wed., January 20, 2010 VOL. 46 NO. 22


Madison County's
A ward-Winning
Newspaper


Path Of
Faith

Section C


Broncos

To Vie

For Crown

Conference

Title
The Madison County
Central School Broncos
will play Baker County
for the Florida Crown
Conference Champi-
onship next Thursday,
Jan. 21, beginning at 6:30
p.m. at the Central
School Gym. The Madi-
son County Central
School boys basketball
team has been thrilling
fans and dominating op-
ponents all season. Go
out and support the
Bronocs in their quest
for the title.

Cowgirls
To
Recognize
Seniors,
Raise
Money
For
Cancer
Research
MCHS Cowgirls bas-
ketball team will be rec-
ognizing its seniors on
Thursday Jan 28th.
The first game be-
gins at 5:30 pm.
Also that night, the
team will be raising
funds for the Kay Yow
Women's Cancer Re-
search foundation. $1
from every ticket sold
(tickets are $5) will go to-
wards cancer research.
The entire commu-
nity is invited, especial-
ly those women who are
cancer survivors.
Contact Coach Mar-
cus Hawkins for more
information (850) 673-
7928


By Michael Curtis
Greene Publishing, Inc.
It may take a village to raise a
child, but it takes a county to raise
a library From planning to grand
opening, Regional Librarian Dan-
ny Hales took the project that
started as an act of love to the 5000-
square-foot beauty that is sched-
uled to open Sunday, Jan. 24, at 2
p.m.
Lee resident and past city offi-


Year In
Review

Section B


Madison
Academy Finishes
Winning Season
Page 8A


Woman's Club
Kicks Off New Year


Page 6A


After 43 Years,


Two Vietnam


Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Jacob Bembry, Jan. 18, 2010


Ulysses Robinson, left, and Chuck Harding, right, have been reunited after al-
most 43 years. Harding was Robinson's platoon sergeant in the 25th Infantry Di-
vision in Plaku, Vietnam.


By Jacob Bembry
Greene Publishing, Inc.
Chuck Harding said that some-
thing kept drawing him back to the
truck.
Harding had seen the sticker on
the back of the truck in the Wal-Mart
parking lot in Perry and it kept draw-
ing him back. The chances of him see-
ing anyone he had known while he
was in the 25th Infantry Division in
Plaku, Vietnam were very small.
Many of them had been killed and he
had, in fact, been carried off the bat-
tlefield on a helicopter, after receiving
four gunshot and 13 shrapnel wounds.
Everyone thought he would die and
the other men who were airlifted out
with him that day did die before reach-
ing Japan.
Harding kept standing around the
truck and couldn't leave. His wife told
him that someone would call the law
to him if he didn't leave. Harding said
that a woman came out and asked him
if she could help.
He looked at her and told her,
"You're too young to have been in Viet-
nam."
She laughed and told him that her
husband was. When Ulysses Roberson


came out to the truck, the two men im-
mediately recognized each other.
Harding had been Robinson's pla-
toon sergeant and Robinson had been
one of the men who had put him on
the helicopter.
"We thought he was going to die,"
Robinson said of Harding
Robinson served in the U.S. Army
in Vietnam in 1967-68. Harding was
there in 1966-67.
Now, almost 43 years later, the two
men have been bonding closely, talk-
ing about their past experiences in
Vietnam.
Harding lives in upstate New York
with his wife of 36 years, Barbara, but
has land in Greenville and is looking
at closing on a house there in a couple
of weeks. He also has a sister, Mary
Ann Bellamy, who lives there with her
husband, Henry Bellamy
Harding has two children from a
previous marriage and he and his wife
adopted three children.
Robinson lives in Greenville with
his wife of five years, the former
Geraldine Wilson. Robinson has two of
his own children and two stepchil-
dren.
Please see Vets Reunite, Page 4A


Greene Publishing, Inc. photo by Michael Curtis, January 5, 2010


cial, Thelma Thompson, began the
process decades ago when she cru-
saded for a town library Along the
way, a small facility was converted
to the current library, which has
served the community well under
Librarian Katie McCarthy. And
most recently, the Friends of the
Lee Library raised over $40,000 for
essential furnishings
Now, the ribbon is ready to be
cut on the million-dollar project


,and the public is warmly invited
to join the historic occasion. The
library is conveniently located ad-
jacent to Lee Elementary School
on U.S. 90, just west of County
Road 255. Again, ceremonies and
ribbon cutting will be at 2 p.m. and
open house will last until 4 p.m.
The Lee Library may be reached at
(850) 971-5665.
Michael Curtis can be reached
at michael@greenepublishing.com.


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John Crosby points to where the fence on his
property was cut, allowing the suspects entrance to
steal $7,000-8,000 worth of items. Crosby is offering
a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest
and conviction of the suspects.


Reward


Offered In

Madison Metals

Burglary
By Jacob Bembry
Greene Publishing, Inc.
John Crosby, owner of Madison Metals, is offer-
ing a $1,000 reward for information leading to the ar-
rest and conviction of whoever is responsible for the
burglary of his business sometime between Tuesday
evening, Jan. 12, and Wednesday morning, Jan. 13.
Crosby estimated the total loss of between
$7,000 to $8,000. Items stolen included 700 to 800
pounds of copper, from 60 to 70 catalytic converters
and an unknown amount of radiators.
Crosby said that he believed that up to three
people had entered the business and taken the
items.
"If it had been one person, it would have taken
an hour or more to move everything," he said.
Crosby indicated that the burglary happened
between 7 p.m. last Tuesday evening and 8 a.m. last
Wednesday morning. He said when his employees
closed the shop, they did not turn on the alarm.
Crosby said that it looked like the burglars
Please see Madison Metals, Page 4A


Emma


Lammons


Turns 100
Mrs. Emma Lammons celebrated her 100th
Birthday at Dowling Park on December 27, 2009
with family and friends wishing her well. She was
born on December 29th, 1909 in Jasper Florida to
Elbert and Nancy Deas.
After getting married to Mr. J.M. Lammons, she
moved to Jacksonville. They later moved back to
Lee, after the birth of their two oldest children
where she remained until going to live at the Good
Samaritan Center at Dowling Park a few years ago.
She was very proud to celebrate her 100th birth-
day the same year that Lee celebrated it's 100th
year. She says the Lord has blessed her with good
health, good friends, and good family.
Mrs. Emma can be visited on Magnolia Court at
the Good Samaritan Center in
Dowling Park, Florida


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Around Madison 5-7A Legals 11A
Church Section C Health 9A
Classifieds 10A School 12A
Year In Review Section B Sports 8A


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Wednesday, January 20, 2010


VIEWPOINTS & OPINIONS


Letters to the Editor are typed word for word,
comma for comma, as sent to this newspaper.


Reader Upset At


Votes On Health Care


And Cap And Trade


People of North Florida,can you
believe the past votes by our represen-
tatives on health care and cap and
trade. Global warming is becoming
unmasked as a complete farce. It has
decimated this country economical-
ly,yet Allan Boyd voted for it. He has
the time and money to research this
with credible scientists yet still listens
to Al Goreites who are making tens of
millions on lies.He needs to be voted
out.
Senator Bill Nelson voted for the
Health Care bill after being bribed to
give three counties in our state a
medicare supplement exemp-


tion,Miami-Dade,Broward,and Palm
Beach counties. These are probably
the most populous and wealthy re-
tirees.What about the other 64 coun-
ties? He surely does not represent us.
I'm proud to live in North Florida
but this unethical politics makes the
state look cheesy,i.e,Nebraska,
Louisiana. Nelson needs to be voted
out. I'm also concerned about Charlie
Crist's conservative views. Marco Ru-
bio seems to be the better fiscal con-
servative of the two..
J.D. GREENE JR.
LIVE OAK FL 32060


Funeral Customs


And Their


By Karlen Evins
In addition to re-
searching the origins
behind words and
phrases, my "I Didn't
Know That" brain is
likewise curious to
know the origins be-
hind certain tradi-
tions, for instance
" S ometh in g
Old/Something New"
at weddings, or why
candles are customary
on birthday cakes.
With the recent
passing of my father,
my curiosity took on
new depths as I lived
each custom first
hand, and in so doing,
wanted to know just
who to thank for com-
ing up with it.
Customs like the
obituary, for in-


stance... While da
back to the prii
press itself, we
thank John Delan'
itor of the Lo]
Times, who in the
1800s decided a
son's life dese
more than states
data, and thus bii
the popular notion
publishing a shor
ry on the life of
person instead.
Who knew tha
day's visitation (
called the "wake")
born of necessity
mere emotional
port) as the perio
tween death and b
(pre-embalming)
often found
"waking up"( pro
ing family to ke
customary vigil


Benefit Fish Fry To Pay Legal Fu
For Charlie Odom

Saturday, January 23rd
11:00 AM Till

Vacant Lot by Wachovia Bank

$10 Plate
Shrimp or Mullet if available & Chick
Cole Slaw, Baked Beans &
Hushpuppies


Origins
eating two to three days prior
noting to the burial).
can Who knew that
e, ed- flowers and wreaths
ndon date back to Nean-
e late derthal days... that
per- when archaeologists
*rved found pollen caked on
stical skeletal remains, they
rthed surmised that flowers
Dn of buried with the body
t sto- were done so to gain
the favor with the gods?
Who knew that the
at to- pall (originally of
*once bright fabrics, not
was mere flowers) traced to
(not the Middle Ages,
sup- where it was custom-
d be- ary for families to
urial leave these rich tapes-
too tries behind so the
some Church could make
)mpt- new vestments for its
ep a clergy?
for Who knew that
wearing black was not
a fad, but rather an at-
nds tempt to disguise the
bereaved from return-
ing spirits?
Who knew that
casseroles were not for
consumption, but orig-
inally a food offering
for the gods?
While my mind
busies itself with the
history of sacred cus-
toms shared across the
ages, my heart finds
ken warmth in knowing
I'm not alone in look-
ing for ways to process
/ this mystery called
death.


Thurs-
day, Janu-
ary 21, ,
will mark
the 15th
birthday
of my
daughter, -
Brooke.1
1 5 !
The big & Tne
milestone
for the age
of the re-
stricted 5
driver's li-
cense.
She's
been
studying B
the book
and I **
guess we'll be getting
that license Thursday
morning. My days in
the driver's seat are
just about over, for the
second time around.
I'll be back in the
passenger seat, again.
The days of hearing
"Shotgun" are over
for another year.
Cheltsie will be stuck
in the back seat each
time, I'll be in the pas-
senger seat, and
Brooke behind the
wheel.
My, Oh My, How
The Years Have Flown.
I swear it was just yes-
terday that she was a
toddler. Wasn't it
just yesterday
that I took her
to Miss Jean's
Daycare for
the first
time, and
couldn't go
to work for
30 minutes
because I
couldn't
quit cry-
ing?
One of
our fa-
vorite past-
times is
watching old
home-videos.
The laughs we
have watching
some of those
clips, and the fun we
have bringing them
out in front of the


lappy 15th

hday, Broo


boyfriend.
Brooke
hasn't
changed
m u c h
through the
years. Her
personality
has remained
true in the
last 15 years.
/ She is tender-
hearted, but
will tough
reene out any situa-
r tion and will
rem a in
strong to the
end. She
loves ani-
mals, loves
the out-
doors, loves sports, and
loves to talk, constant-
ly.
Through the years,
my parents always
told me to hold fast to
every moment, that
one day it would all
be memories. I real-
ly feel that now,
even though I know
I have A LOT more
moments coming.
She is only 15 not
moving out of my
house quite yet.
On this special day,
I am filled with love
(for such a wonderful
daughter/blessing),
sadness (for days gone
by), happiness (for
the days at hand),
and excitement
(for the days
that lay
ahead). But,
most of all, I
am filled
with admi-
ration and
pride for
the beauti-
ful young
lady that
God has
blessed me
with. She is
truly a beau-
tiful young
lady, on the out-
side AND on the
inside.
Happy Birth-
day, Brooke. I love
you and I am so proud
of you!


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VIEWPOINTS & OPINIONS


SvL-i A Tribute To Lee Cason


Happy Birthday

To My Father
I hope everyone has finally thawed out. Last
week, it was cold!
The Gibbs Family will appear at Midway
Church of God on Sunday, Jan. 31. They will also be
at Sirmans Baptist Church that morning at 11 a.m.
and at Farmers and Friends Day the Saturday before
at 11 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.
My father, Bobby Bembry, will celebrate his 74th
birthday on Thursday, Jan. 21. Happy birthday, Dad-
dy I love you.
Happy birthday wishes also go out to Marylou
Lasseter and Jed Phillips, who both celebrate their
birthdays on Saturday, Jan. 23. Hope you have great
ones.
That's all the news for this week. Have a great
week and a beautiful forever.


If S.J. comments are absurd as
you suggest and you followed him
around as you implied, then what
is your explanation as to why there
no side walks or plans for them in
the 140year old black communi-
ty in the city of Madison and the
city manager's articulated and
demonstrated priority of the reha-
bilitation of sidewalks within the
"Historic District? From where I sit
this favoritism and prefer-
ence seems to be a continuation of
disparate treatment so
well documented in the city
of Madison's History.

The people in Lee have acted
like jerks in their treatment of out-
going city manager Cheryl Ar-
chambault.

Submit your Stingers to
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TOWN OF GREENVILLE


REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
TOWN ATTORNEY SERVICES

The Council of the Town of Greenville, Florida is
seeking sealed proposals from law firms and individual
attorneys for Town Attorney Services. Proposals will be
received until 12:00 p.m. February 1, 2010, in the office
of the Town Hall of the Town of Greenville at 154 SW
Old Mission Avenue, Greenville, Florida. Sealed
proposals should be clearly marked "Proposal for Town
Attorney Services". Questions should be directed to,
and specifications may be obtained from the Town
Clerk (850) 948-2251. The Town of Greenville reserves
the right to reject any and all proposals, to negotiate
changes in the new scope of work or services to be
provided and to otherwise waive any technicalities or
informalities and to award the contract in the best
interest of the Town. EEO/AA


This column ap-
peared in the Carrier
nearly five years ago.
I'm rerunning it as a
tribute to Lee Cason
who passed away last
week and others of
World War II's great-
est generation.
In the summer of
1942, Lee Cason took
time off from his job
with the Alabama
highway department
to register for induc-
tion into the Army
Air Force. In Febru-
ary 1943, he was
called up for initial
training to Nashville,
TN and classified as a
bombardier. Subse-
quent training took
him to Ellington and
Big Spring air bases
in Texas. Upon grad-
uation with Class 43-
12, he pinned on his
wings and 2nd Lieu-
tenant bars.
Next stop for Lee
was Clovis AB, New
Mexico where he was
introduced to the B-24
Liberator and the
crew that would join
him in combat. Con-
solidated Aircraft of
Fort Worth had de-
signed the "Lib." Be-
tween 1941 and 1945,
more than 24,000 of
these 4-engine mon-
sters would be built,
many of them by Hen-
ry Ford at Willo\\
Run, Michigan
Lee's job \\as
putting bombs ,-on
the target after the
crew navigated
and fought their
way to the in l
tial point. It
was at Clovis
that he was
introduced to
the super se-
cret Norden
bombsight.
Before each
mission, Lee
would pick
up his bomb-
sight from
t h e
squadron's
safe and carry
it to his air-
craft. After he
installed and cali-
brated the sight,
he was ready to fly
and drop bombs. At
mission's end, he re-
versed the process.
Carl Norden's re-
markable apparatus
would remain under
lock and key for the
duration of the war.
Lee was experi-
encing things that a
poor kid from South
Alabama could hard-
ly have imagined.
Next stop was Blythe,
California where he
managed to grab a
pass for Los Angeles
and Hollywood.
Christmas 1943 found
him in Herrington,
Kansas where his
crew was assigned a
brand spanking new
B-24J they nicknamed
"Swamp Angel."
Then, it was on to
Tucson for some mod-
ifications to the plane
before flying to Fair-
field, CA.
At Fairfield, three
members of his crew
jumped the fence and
headed to San Fran-
cisco for a little unau-
thorized liberty. On
the way back, who
should they hitchhike
with but the base's
Provost Martial! The
anticipated Courts
Martial was down-
graded to an old fash-


ion 'butt chewing'
and before long,


Swamp Angel and
crew were winging
their way west to
Hawaii.
In early February
1944, Lee was swim-
ming in an ocean for
the first time in his
life at Waikiki. No
wonder he penned in
his diary: "Getting
into the Air Corps
was the best thing
I've ever done in my
life."
In Brisbane, Aus-
tralia, the crew gave
up Swamp Angel and
hooked a ride on a
freighter to Milne
Bay, New Guinea. By
March 15, he had ar-
rived at Nadzab and
joined the 64th Bomb
Squadron, 43rd Bomb
Group of General
George Kenney's fa-
bled 5th Air Force.
Over the next 10
months, Lee would fly
46 combat missions
from various bases in
New Guinea bombing
Japanese targets


ber 1944. This mis-
sion was everything
the air power pio-
neers of the 1930s Air
Corps Tactical School
had dreamed of. Most
of Japan's aviation
fuel came from this
refinery. Launching
from Orvi Airfield
near Biak, the mis-
sion tested the range
of the B-24. They
took off at 2:20 in the
morning single ship
and rendezvoused
north of the target
over the Celebes Sea.
When the bomber for-
mation approached
the target, they were
engaged by nearly 40
Japanese fighters and
heavy flak. Lee's air-
craft was hit three
times, but he put the
bombs on the target
and huge fires erupt-
ed. On the return
trip, their aircraft
lost an engine and
they began to run low
on fuel. Preparing to
run out of gas and
ditching in the ocean,
they began to throw


)overLI Ld every-
thine that wasn't
n oiled down.
At last, after

aud run-
at dn ing on
fumes,
They set
Sthe big

down on
Moratai
f a n d

a t h e
Ssch night as
guests
e of the
infantry.
In his
journal,
Lee talks
about the
c i rcumm-
stances sur-
rounding
aircraft that
i were lost. Acci-
i d e dents such as fire on
takeoff and prema-
throughout the ture detonation of
Southwest Pacific. salvoed bombs seem
They lived in tents to have claimed more
under primitive con- aircraft than enemy
editions, dodging mon- action, at least in this
soon rains and enemy theater. And the con-
air raids. In between editions for survival -
missions, Lee read enemy territory, vast
and answered letters stretches of ocean,
from home; played and uncharted jun-
softball, football and gles and mountain


badminton; watched a
lot of feature movies,
and even shot skeet a
few times. As a ju-
nior officer, he fre-
quently pulled the
unenviable task of
censoring mail.
Initially, Lee and
his crew were as-
signed some question-
able targets for a
bomber; this and poor
leadership resulted in
questionable results.
But, as the squadron
gained experience,
their efficiency im-
proved. Once they
were assigned true
strategic targets such
as troop assembly
points and oilfields,
the 43rd began achiev-
ing excellent results.
Unquestionably,
the most significant
mission Lee flew was
to strike the refinery
plants at Balikpap-
pan, Borneo in Octo-


ranges made sur-
vival difficult and
rescue rare.
Rest and recuper-
ation (R&R) was a big
thing for troops en-
gaged in combat. Lee
enjoyed two R&R
trips to Sydney where
cold drinks, ice
cream, horse races,
and dances with
Aussie girls filled his
time. Who said war
was all work and no
play?
By January 11,
1945, Lee had flown 46
combat missions and
attained enough
points to earn a trip
back home. On Febru-
ary 21st, now at Leyte
in The Philippines,
Lee bid farewell: "Say-
ing goodbye to all the
fellows in the
squadron this morn-
ing was the hardest
thing I've ever done."
From Biak on March


11, he climbed
aboard a troop ship
and headed east for
a non-stop 23 day
journey that fin-
ished by passing un-
der the Golden Gate
Bridge. Lee Cason
had come home
from World War II,
in one piece, ready to
get on with the rest of
his life.
Lee's diary is a re-
markable journal of a
combat aviator in the
Southwest Pacific.
I'm grateful to Char-
lotte for letting me
read it, and I'm
thrilled to have had
the chance to know
Lee Cason. He was a
hero, a great Ameri-
can and a credit to our
community.


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Wednesday, January 20, 2010


REGIONAL CRIME & FROM PAGE ONE




NFCC Graduate Killed Madison Metals


In The Line Of Duty


Chad was a graduate of Lake
City Community College Police
Academy, the Florida State Fire


Chad Allen Reed, Sr., 33, of
Cross City, a Captain with the Dix-
ie County Sheriff's Department,
died in the line of duty on Thurs-
day, Jan. 14, 2010, protecting the
lives of the people around him.
Born on September 24, 1976 in Per-
ry, he lived in Steinhatchee until
he married and moved to Cross
City
Mr. Reed attended Steinhatch-
ee School and graduated from
Taylor County High School in
1995. From an early age, he showed
an extreme interest in working to
help improve the lives of those
around him. Beginning at the age
of five, Chad assisted his father, a
volunteer firefighter, in respond-
ing to emergencies. At age twelve
he successfully completed his 48-
Hour First Responder Course. He
earned his Emergency Medical
Technician (EMT) certification
during his senior year of high
school and began employment
with the Dixie County Emergency
Medical Services upon gradua-
tion. In 2000, Mr. Reed became di-
rector of Dixie County
Emergency Services and served in
that position until being appoint-
ed Dixie County interim Clerk of
Court by Gov. Jeb Bush in Janu-
ary 2005. After serving three
months, he returned as Emer-
gency Services Director. In Janu-
ary 2007, Chad made a career
change and began service with
the Dixie County Sheriff's office.


College, North Florida Communi-
ty College, and the FBI Academy
Session 238, September 2009. He
received numerous certifications
related to the positions he held
and served the public in many ca-
pacities, such as the Sheriff's Of-
fice DARE coordinator for Dixie
County Schools and president of
the Florida Emergency Prepared-
ness Association.
He is survived by his wife,
Holly M. Reed; sons, Chad Allen
Reed, Jr. and Caden Max Reed, all
of Cross City; his father and
mother, Broward and Faith Reed


of Steinhatchee,; his father and
mother-in-law, Maxie and Sue
Chewning of Cross City; his
brothers, Dudley (Cindy) Reed of
Cross City, and Keith (Renee) Reed
of Steinhatchee; sisters, Lynna
Dyals of Tallahassee, and Pamela
(Kimbo) Revels of Steinhatchee;
sisters-in-law, Danielle Chewning
of Perry and Jessica Chewning of
Cross City; nephews, Heath Reed
of Steinhatchee, Dylan Reed of
Cross City, Tyler Reed of Tallahas-
see, Holden Revels and Kason
Reed, both of Steinhatchee;
nieces, Taylor Dyals of Tallahas-
see, Caylan Reed of Cross City,
and McKenzi Revels of Stein-
hatchee; and grandparents, Grady
and Freddie Hires of Jena.
Other survivors include ex-
tended family members, co-work-
ers, friends and the many people
of Dixie County he has faithfully
served.
Mr. Reed was preceded in
death by his paternal grandpar-
ents, Henry and Juanita Reed of
Jena, and his maternal grandpar-
ents, William "Dink" and Inez
Ross of Steinhatchee.
Funeral services were held
Sunday, Jan. 17, at 3 p.m. at the
First Baptist Church, Cross City
In lieu of flowers, the family
requests donations be made to the
Dixie Education Foundation, Inc.,
P.O. Box 2655, Cross City, FL 32628,
for the Chad A. Reed, Sr. Scholar-
ship


cont from Page 1A

parked behind the Live Oak Gas building and
a cut a hole in the fence.
"They cut the locks and opened the back
door," he said.
During an investigation, Crosby said that
there was no sign of any machinery used or
even a wheelbarrow.
This is the fourth or fifth time that Madi-
son Metals has been burglarized in two
years.
Crosby said that he wishes law enforce-
ment would patrol the area more often.
If anyone has information on the bur-
glary, please call the Madison County Sher-
iff's Office at (850) 973-4001.



Vets Reunite

cont from Page 1A
Robinson graduated from Madison Coun-
ty Training School and attended Suwannee
River Junior College before he was drafted.
Robinson was also wounded in Vietnam,
receiving one gunshot wound.
Harding was attending Cornell University
before his finances began running low so he
dropped out and joined the military to take ad-
vantage of the GI bill to help pay for his edu-
cation.
Both men have many things in common,
including living on farms and raising black
angus cattle. Both of them hang out in the
woods on their farms, enjoying peace and soli-
tude.
Both Robinson and Harding say that when
Harding returns to Madison County, they will
spend a lot of time together.


Bibb County Sheriff's Deputy Found Guilty


Of Seeking Sex With Minor


After a three-day tri-
al, a jury found GREGO-
RY TODD BOWDEN, 43,
of Byron, Georgia,
guilty of attempting to
entice a minor to engage
in sex.
"Cases in which de-
fendants seek to entice
children to engage in
sex are always disturb-
ing; it is all the more
shocking when the per-
petrator is a member of
our law enforcement
personnel here in Geor-
gia," said Sally Quillian
Yates, Acting United
States Attorney for the
Northern District of
Georgia. "Defendant
Bowden's sexual pursuit
of a 7-year old girl has
resulted in a noteworthy
conviction that will
keep him away from
children for many
years."
According to Acting
United States Attorney
Yates and the evidence
presented during the tri-



FlM,_ __47


al: BOWDEN, an eight-
year veteran of the Bibb
County Sheriff's De-
partment, frequented
online chat rooms in
which he engaged in
fantasy role-playing
about incest and other
child sex acts. In Octo-
ber 2008, he befriended a
woman online whom he
believed to have a 7-year-
old daughter. This
woman-actually an un-
dercover FBI task force
agent-was willing to
make her daughter
available to BOWDEN
for sex. In February
2009, BOWDEN and the
mother, through addi-
tional chats, e-mails,
and phone calls, agreed
to meet for the purpose
of having three-way sex:
BOWDEN, the mother,
and the 7-year-old
daughter. On February
11, 2009, BOWDEN drove
110 miles from his home
in Byron to Sandy
Springs, where he ex-
pected to meet the moth-
er and her daughter. He
was arrested at the
scene. Agent later recov-
ered a computer from
his home on which they
found child pornogra-


phy and other evidence
of interest in incest and
sex with minors.
BOWDEN faces a
mandatory minimum
term of imprisonment
of 10 years in prison; he
could receive a maxi-
mum sentence of life in
prison. In determining
the defendant's sen-
tence, the Court will
consider the United
States Sentencing
Guidelines, which are
not binding but provide
appropriate sentencing
ranges for most offend-
ers. BOWDEN will be
sentenced on March 16,
2010, at 2:30 p.m., before
United States District
Judge William S. Duffey,
Jr.
This case is being
investigated by agents
and officers of the At-
lanta Safe Child Task
Force, which is led by
the Federal Bureau of
Investigation, Atlanta
Division.
Assistant United
States Attorneys Robert
McBurney and Corey
Steinberg are prosecut-
ing the case.
For further informa-
tion please contact Sally


Q. Yates, Acting United
States Attorney, or
Charysse L. Alexander,
Executive Assistant
United States Attorney,


through Patrick Crosby,
Public Affairs Officer,
U.S. Attorney's Office, at
(404) 581-6016. The Inter-
net address for the


HomePage for the U.S.
Attorney's Office for the
Northern District of
Georgia is www.usd-
oj.gov/usao/gan.


208 West Screven Street Quitman, Georgia 31643 1





Wednesday, January 20, 2010


www.greenepublishing .com


Madison County Carrier 5A


AROUND MADISON COUNTY


Winford Dixon
Winford Dixon lost his battle with lung cancer on
January 16, 2010, while living with his daughter, Saundra
Doxon Dowling, in Callahan. He was born in Hamilton
County on September 15, 1935 to Jeff and Juanita Dixon.
Graveside funeral services will be Thursday, January
21, 2010 at 2 p.m. at Corinth Baptist Church Cemetery in
Hamilton County Visitation will be from 12:30-1:30 prior
to the funeral at Beggs Funeral Home, Madison Chapel.
Mr. Dixon served in the Korean War as a military po-
lice personnel in the U.S. Army, 1954 to 1959 and was hon-
orably discharged in 1959. Mr. Dixon owned and operation
Dixon Tree Service which enabled him to travel across
the United States. It was said that Mr. Dixon "never met a
stranger."
Mr. Dixon met and married Virleen Henry Dixon on
Feb. 2, 1957, with whom he had three daughters, Saundra,
Brenda and Debbie Dixon. Mr. Dixon often shared the sto-
ry to his friends, that when he worked on a dairy farm,
his two daughters, Saundra and Brenda, would bring him
sandwiches for lunch and how they would stop, eat the
center out of the sandwiches then carefully rewrap it,
leaving only the ends for him. He never "told" their moth-
er on them, but would quietly eat the ends and tell his two
daughters, ages five and four how good his sandwiches
were.
Mr. Dixon met his second wife, Carol Ann Conti
Dixon, while working in Jacksonville. They had three
daughters, Tina Louise Dixon, Bethany Ann Gomez and
Marie Canal McClain; and one son, Winford Dixon, Jr.,
who just completed his Master's degree and resides in
Seattle, Wash.
Mr. Dixon rededicate his life to the Lord in July 2009,
and to his delight, got to spend his first Christmas with
two of his grandchildren and five of his great-grandchil-
dren in the home of his daughter, Saundra.
Mr. Dixon was preceded in death by his wives, Carol
Ann Dixon and Linda Dixon; his parents, Jeff and Juani-
ta Dixon; and a brother, Burell Wilton Dixon.
Winford Dixon is survived by his children, Saundra
Dowling (Alton), of Callahan; Brenda Font, of Alvin,
Tex.; Debbie Jennings (James), of Crosby, Tex.; Tina
Louise Dixon, Bethany Ann Gomez, of N.C.; Marie Canal
McClain, of Jacksonville; and Winford Dixon, Jr. of Seat-
tle, Wash.; a sister, Margaret (Jimmy) Gibbs, of Havana; a
brother, Donald Dixon of Wewahitchka; eight grandchil-
dren; 13 great-grandchildren; and a number of nieces,
nephews and great-nieces.
Saundra would like to say a very special "I love you
and thank you" to Faye B. Rouse, who has been a very
dear friend and companion to Dad for the past 10 years
and will miss him greatly Our thanks also to Rita Johns
and Virginia Valde with Heaven Hospice.


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January 1 25
It is that time of
year again! Girl Scout
Cookie pre-orders start
January 1, 2010. Girls
Scouts from across the
19 counties of the Flori-
da Panhandle will take
preorders for cookies
from January 1
through January 25,
2010. Cookies will be de-
livered to customers
starting February 13,
2010. The price is $3.50
per box. The preorder
period guarantees cus-
tomers the availability
and the receiving of
their favorite cookies.
Girl Scout Cookie
Booths begin February
20.
January 1-31
The Madison
County Historical Soci-
ety will not meet for the
month of January
January 15 -
February 11
Madison Den-
tal Associates will hold
a chance-drawing for
an ORAL CANCER
SCREENING fro Relay
For Life! The Velscope
Cancer screening is a
$25 value Purchase
your chance for $1 at
Madison Dental today!
January 24
Gospel sing, featur-
ing national recording
artist Karen Peck and
New River. Faith Bap-
tist Church, 2 p.m. Free
admission. A love offer-
ing will be received.
January 24
Homecoming at
Barbara Memorial
Church of the


Nazarene with Rev. Don
McClure as the guest
speaker, beginning at
10:30 a.m. A covered
dish dinner follows dur-
ing the noon hour and a
gospel sing featuring
Don and Sylvia Lemley
of Baltimore, Ohio be-
gins at 1:30 p.m. Every-
one is invited.
January 24-27
Revival services at
Madison Church of
God with Brian
Boutwell. Sunday ser-
vices begin at 11 a.m.
and 6 p.m. Monday
through Wednesday
services begin at 7 p.m.
January 22,
23, & 29
The Monticello
Opera House enthusias-
tically presents Incogni-
to, an amazing
performance in which
actor Michael Fosberg
plays 15 different char-
acters.
Fosberg wrote
Incognito based on his
own experience of dis-
covery-that he was not
who he thought he was
and that he had a family
a history and an ethnic-
ity he had not known.
The acting is superb
and the story is both
funny and poignant.
This will be an unfor-
gettable experience.
There will be ONE
PERFORMANCE only,
on Fri., Jan 29 at 7:30
p.m. Doors open at 7:00.
Tickets are: adults and
students-$5, under 16-
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www.ureenepublishinu.com


Wednesday, January 20, 2010


AROUND MADISON COUNTY


Woman' s Club Kicks Off Great New Year


By Michael Curtis
Greene Publishing, Inc.
The Madison Woman's Club kicked off a new
year on Jan. 14. President Jackie Johnson opened
the meeting by warmly greeting membership and
guests who gathered for the monthly luncheon
catered by Maid to Order, which all enjoyed follow-
ing a moving devotional by Florida Davis.
Combining a spiritual story with her patented
clever comedy, Davis shared a playful look into the
media obsession with "staying young." This advice
wasn't centered on potions and creams, however, in-
stead extolling ideas, such as "Keep cheerful
friends," "Keep learning," and "Tell the people you
love that you love them," as the key to remaining
youthful.
The program presentation for the meeting was a
report from Helen McCain and Joyce Primm re-
garding their recent visit to the Heifer Internation-
al farm near Little Rock, Arkansas. The Florida
Federation of Women's Clubs previously selected
the organization as one of their primary charities.
Joining over 40 club members from throughout


the state, the ladies traveled to the 1800-acre farm
and headquarters for several days of education and
hands-on support. And although rain prevented
some activities intended to provide assistance to the
"all green" farm, the Madison still duo enjoyed the
trip, which included a Broadway show in Branson,
Mo., along the way. The Madison Woman's Club do-
nated over $2,000 to the cause both ladies found im-
pressive and worthwhile.
In other business, several members were recog-


nized for their winning entries that will be featured
in the FFWC Arts and Craft Contest held later this
year. Photographs, paintings, and a variety of crafts
were among the categories judged by Dorothy Pea-
cock, Hilda Dixon, William Winter and Shannon
Webb. Helen McCain was awarded Best in Show for
her crocheted baby blanket.
As the meeting closed, the group voted Jackie
Johnson, "Volunteer of the Year." And all agreed
2010 would be a great year for the club.
Michael Curtis can be reached at
michael@greenepublishing.com.


Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo By Michael Curtis, January 14, 2010
Jackie Johnson (left) and Suzanne Peavy (right),
the Arts and Crafts Show Chairpersons for the dis-
trict, encouraged members to participate in the an-
nual FFWC Arts and Crafts Contest.


Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo By Michael Curtis, January 14, 2010
Madison Woman's Club President Jackie John-
son (right) presented outgoing President Ethyl Bare-
foot (left) a handsome plaque in recognition of her
exceptional service to the club.


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the state for a trip to the Heifer International farm
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Wednesday, January 20, 2010


www.greenepublishing.com


Madison County Carrier 7A


AROUND MADISON COUNTY


Madison

Attorney

Receives Pro

Bono Award
The Florida Bar will
recognize 21 lawyers for
their work on behalf of
poor and indigent clients
at a Jan. 28 ceremony at
the Florida Supreme
Court. In 2008-09, Flori-
da lawyers provided
1,545,157 hours of pro
bono services to those in
need and $4,443,830 to le-
gal aid organizations.
ident's Pro Bono Service
Award was established in
1981. It is intended to en-
courage lawyers to volun- Monica Taibl
teer free legal services to the poor by recognizing
those who make public service commitments and to
raise public awareness of the substantial volunteer
services provided by Florida lawyers to those who
cannot afford legal fees. President Jesse H. Diner, of
Fort Lauderdale, will present the 2010 awards.
The award recognizes pro bono service in each of
Florida's 20 judicial circuits and one Florida Bar
member practicing outside the state of Florida. It is
presented annually in conjunction with the Tobias Si-
mon Pro Bono Service Award, which is given by the
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the State of
Florida. Awards recognizing pro bono contributions
will also be presented for Distinguished Judicial Ser-
vice, Law Firm Commendation, Voluntary Bar Asso-
ciation and Young Lawyer during the Jan. 28
ceremony
Among those honored was Madison attorney,
Monica Taibl, who serves the Third Judicial (Colum-
bia, Dixie, Hamilton, Lafayette, Madison, Suwannee,
Taylor and Madison). Taibl is both an assistant public
defender and a sole practitioner in Madison. Her prin-
cipal areas of practice are civil litigation, real estate,
contracts, employment, deeds, foreclosures, depen-
dency, guardianship, probate, wills, trusts, personal
injury, bankruptcy and family law. Ms. Taibl's pro
bono contributions have been through participating
at Three Rivers Legal Services Inc. in Lake City She
has accepted several pro bono cases in the areas of
wills, real estate and family law. Committed to provid-
ing pro bono legal services to the poor with compas-
sion and dedication, she is always willing to accept a
referral even in an area of law she's unfamiliar with.


Photo submitted
Friends and associates come out to celebrate the move of The Mail Room & Art Source to its new loca-
tion at 173 NE Range Avenue in historic downtown Madison.

Community Comes Out To

Celebrate Mail Room

Re-Grand Opening


By Michael Curtis
Greene Publishing, Inc.
On Jan. 11, The Mail
Room & Art Source cele-
brated its move to its new
location at 173 NE Range
Avenue the old
Copeland Gas Building
across from Four Free-
doms Park. Owner Ina
Thompson and associate
Cheryl Abercrombie
warmly hosted the mid-
day gathering, which in-
cluded a variety of
delicious snacks, desserts
and warm apple cider to
take off the chill.
In addition to its cus-
tomary offering of office
services, supplies and
shipping, the shop will be
bringing back a few Madi-
son favorites Willow
Tree Figurines and Bean-
pod Candles. The crafted,
keepsake figurines and
decorative, scented can-
dles are expected to be a
lovely complement the


Mail Room's art and pic-
ture-framing services.
Thompson and Aber-
crombie each expressed
their appreciation for the
new location, where park-
ing and a scenic view
make the day as beautiful
as it is convenient. The
Greater Madison County
Chamber of Commerce
promoted the re-grand
opening, giving the love-
ly proprietors and oppor-
tunity to cut the red
ribbon in recognition of
the day
Friends, associates
and customers enjoyed
the event, which all hope
would usher in a long and
prosperous New Year.
Again, the new location
for The Mail Room & Art
Source is 173 NE Range
Avenue, and the phone
number is (850) 973-2328.
Michael Curtis can be
reached at michael@gr-
eenepublishing.com.


Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo By Michael Curtis, January 11, 2010
Owner Ina Thompson (right) and associate
Cheryl Abercrombie (left) host the Re-Grand Opening
of The Mail Room & Art Source on Jan. 11.


Hair Parlor Comes Home To Lee


Shannon Keel, the
newest business owner
in Lee, recently opened
the Hair Parlor in the
cozy shop just east of
downtown Lee on U.S.
90. A professional hair
stylist in Orlando for al-


most twenty years,
Shannon was alternat-
ing weeks between Lee
and Orlando, and has al-
ready built a great repu-
tation for her cuts,
styles and makeovers.
Happily, she now cele-


Shannon Keel
brates the New Year by
making Lee her perma-
nent home.
"It's great to be here
fulltime. My family has
been here for years, and
we are extremely
pleased and proud to
now make the Hair Par-
lor a permanent busi-
ness in Lee. The shop is


set up so the experience
is very enjoyable so
that everybody feels at
home. My current cus-
tomers here are won-
derful, and I really look
forward to being able to
serve more in the com-
munity," she noted.
The daughter of
Jim and Melissa Hol-
ben, Shannon has been
in love with the commu-
nity since her parents
moved here, and is
thrilled to finally be
calling it home.
"I love it here in
Lee. Madison County is
so beautiful and the
people are great. I want
all my customers to
know how much they
mean to me," she went
on to say.
Serving adults and
children of all ages,


Shannon also offers full
makeovers, which she
is very excited to per-
form for those special
occasions. She loves to
provide that extra bit of
pampering she feels


everybody deserves.
For more informa-
tion, or to make an ap-
pointment, call (850)
971-4450, or visit her
website at www.thehair-
parlor.net.


Photo submitted
Shannon Keel is bringing great styles to Madi-
son County at her new business, the Hair Parlor, now
open in Lee.


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Wednesday, January 20, 2010


SPORTS


Madison Academy Finishes With

A Winning Season


Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Emerald Greene, Jan. 5, 2010
The Madison Academy Panthers finished their first winning season ever. Pictured front row, left to right:
Coach Ben Pickels, Jacob Hanners, Daulton Browning, Kyle Courtney, Jim Flournoy, and Ross Bass. Back
row, left to right: Captain Austin Bass, Captain Zack Money, Will Floyd, Tyler Zimmerly, and Dorian Alberti.


By Ben Pickels
Madison Academy Head Boys Basketball Coach
On Thursday, January 14th, Madison Academy
beat Aucilla Christian Academy to accomplish the
school's first winning basketball season.
The Panthers came in fired up coming off an im-
pressive win over Maclay on Tuesday. The boys took
the court with confidence and motivation to seal the


New Year Means New Opportunities
for Roth IRA Conversion
Provided by Brad Bashaw, Edward Jones


If you already have a Roth IRA, you're aware of its biggest
benefit: Your earnings grow tax free, provided you meet cer-
tain conditions. If you don't have a Roth IRA, you may want to
consider one and it may be easier for you to do just that in
2010.
Before we get to the reasons why 2010 may be your year
to open or convert to a Roth IRA, let's look at some differ-
ences between Roth and traditional IRAs. If you own a tradi-
tional IRA, your contributions may be tax-deductible, depend-
ing on your income level. But whether you can make
deductible contributions or not, your earnings grow on a tax-
deferred basis, which means your money can grow faster
than it would if it were placed in an investment on which you
paid taxes every year. On the other hand, Roth IRA contribu-
tions are never tax-deductible, but your earnings grow tax
free, as long as you've held your account at least five years
and you don't start taking withdrawals until you're at least age
5912.
Furthermore, unlike a traditional IRA, a Roth IRA does not
require you to start taking distributions when you reach 7012.
Consequently, you'll have more flexibility and freedom when
it comes to making withdrawals.
If you have a traditional IRA, you might be thinking it's a
good idea to convert to a Roth IRA because tax free sounds
better than tax deferred and, all things being equal, tax
free would indeed be better. However, it's not quite that sim-
ple. If you convert your traditional IRA to a Roth IRA, you'll
have to pay taxes on those traditional IRA earnings and con-
tributions that had previously gone untaxed. If you do convert,
you'll be better off if you use money held outside your IRA to
pay the taxes. If you simply take money from your IRA, you'll
obviously lower the value of your IRA and, if you're under
591/2, you may have to pay an additional 10% penalty on the
amount you withdraw to pay the taxes.
In the past, many investors have been prohibited from con-
verting their IRAs due to either their tax filing status or their
income. Under previous rules, you could convert your tradi-
tional IRA to a Roth IRA only if you were married and filed a
joint return or were a single filer, and your modified adjusted
gross income (MAGI) was $100,000 or less. But starting in
2010, you can convert funds to a Roth IRA even if your MAGI
is over $100,000. You will also be able to convert to a Roth if
you are married and file separate tax returns.
And that's not the only piece of good news regarding your
conversion ability. As mentioned above, you will have to pay
taxes when you convert to a Roth IRA. A conversion is usu-
ally reported as income for the tax year the conversion takes
place. However, in 2010 only, your conversion amount will be
split and reported as income for tax years 2011 and 2012
unless you elect to report the entire conversion amount on
your 2010 taxes. You may find that spreading the taxes over
two years can make the conversion more affordable.
In any case, consult with your tax advisor before converting
from a traditional IRA to a Roth. If done correctly, such a con-
version can potentially make a big difference in your ultimate
retirement lifestyle.
This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your
local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Edward Jones, its
associates and Financial Advisors do not provide tax or
legal advice.


Brad Bashaw EdwardJones
Financial Advisor
114 SW Range Avenue
P.O. Box 631 Madison, FL 32341
Bus 850-973-8334 Fax 877-516-2596
Hm 386-362-6204
Toll Free 866-973-8334
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season with a victory
Straight from tip-off, the boys started playing
tough aggressive basketball on both ends of the
court.
At halftime, the Panthers were up 17-14. The Au-
cilla Warriors would fight back though in the second
half.
With the start of the fourth period, the Panthers
led by five with two of the top scorers in foul trouble.
The Panthers would hold on to finish out the
game by scoring 12 in the 4th with eight of those
points coming from the free throw line.
Zack Money, who averaged 21.8 points per
game, led all in scoring with 24 points.
Austin Bass finished with nine points along with
Tyler Zimmerly's four points and Daulton Brown-
ing's one point.
Dorian Alberti, Jim Flournoy, Ross Bass, Kyle
Courtney, Will Floyd, and Jacob Hanners all assisted
in the win.
The Panthers would like to thank all the fans for
coming and supporting them throughout the season.


JV Warriors


Fall To Perry

By Fran Hunt
Jefferson Journal
Staff Writer
The Aucilla Christian Academy junior varsity War-
riors basketball team fell to Perry 31-25, Jan.5, to now
stand 3-5 on the season.
As a team, the Warriors targeted 7 of 34 attempts
(21 %) from the field, 1 of 12 attempts (8 %) from the three-
point zone, and 6 of 13 attempts (46%) from the free-throw
line for 25 points, they collected 15 assists, 9 offensive and
9 defensive rebounds for a total of 18, had 12 block/steals
and 16 turnovers.
Bradley Holm bucketed 1 of 1 attempt (100 %) from the
field and 1 of 1 attempts (100 %) from the free-throw line for
3 points;
Tyler Jackson missed 4 from the field, 3 from the
three-point zone and had 6 assists, 2 defensive rebounds,
3 block/steals and 4 turnovers;
Hans Sorensen netted 1 of 12 attempts (8%) from
the field,1 of 3 attempts (33%) from the three-point zone
and 2 of 4 attempts (500%) from the free-throw line for 7
points, had 6 assists, 1 offensive and 3 defensive re-
bounds, 7 block/steals and
7 turnovers;
Trent Roberts target-
ed 3 of 10 attempts (30%)
from the field, missed 1
from the three-point zone
for 6 points, had 1 assist, 3
offensive and 3 defensive
rebounds for a total of 6.


had 1 block/steal and 3
turnovers;
Jared Jackson bucket-
ed 2 of 6 attempts (33%)
from the field and 3 of 6 at-
tempts (33%) from the
free-throw line for 7
points, had 1 assist, 3 of-
fensive and 1 defensive re-
bounds;
Josh Wood missed 1
from the three-point zone.
Kaleb Wyche missed 1
from the three-point zone;
Jarrod Turner had 1
offensive rebound.
The JV's return to the
hardwood against Malone,
5 p.m., Jan. 12, here; John
Paul II, 4:30 p.m., Jan. 14,
here; Altha, 5:30 p.m., Jan.
15, here; John Paul II, 4:30
p.m., Jan. 19, there; Altha,
6 p.m., Jan. 21, there;
Munroe, 5 p.m., Jan. 22,
there; Branford, 4 p.m.,
Jan. 25, here; and winding
up the season, Branford, 4
p.m., Feb. 2, there.


Warriors


Fall To


Georgia


Christian
By Fran Hunt
Jefferson Journal
Staff Writer
The Aucilla Christian Academy varsity
Warriors basketball team fell to Georgia Chris-
tian, 57-51, Jan. 8, to now stand 1-9 on the sea-
son.
As a team, the Warriors bagged 10 of 34 at-
tempts (29%) from the field, 7 of 21 attempts
(33%) from the three-point zone, and 10 of 23
attempts (43%) from the free-throw line for 51
points, they had 14 assists, 9 offensive and 22
defensive rebounds for a total of 31, had 6
block/steals and 14 turnovers.
Joe Mizell had 1 turnover.
Brandon Darnell bucketed 3 of 5 attempts
(60%) from the field, missed 1 from the three-
point zone and netted 1 of 4 attempts (25%)
from the free-throw line for 7 points, had 4 of-
fensive and 3 defensive rebounds, and 3
block/steals.
Corey Burrus targeted 4 of 13 attempts
(31%) from the field, missed 4 from the three-
point zone and hit 5 of 6 attempts (83%) from
the free-throw line for 13 points, had 4 assists,
2 offensive and 1 defensive rebounds, and 7
turnovers.
Jay Finlayson had 1 assist, 1 offensive re-
bound, 1 block/steal and 1 turnover.
Alex Dunkle netted 1 of 7 attempts (14%)
from the field, missed 5 from the three-point
zone and bucketed 1 of 6 attempts (17%) from
the free-throw line for 3 points, had 6 assists, 1
defensive rebound, 1 block/steal and 3
turnovers.
John Stephens missed 2 from the field, and
netted 6 of 9 attempts (87%) from the three-
point zone for 18 points, had 1 assist, 6 defen-
sive rebounds, 1 block/steal and 1 turnover.
Clark Christy targeted 2 of 7 attempts
(29%) from the field, 1 of 2 attempts (50%) from
the free-throw line and 3 of 7 attempts (43%)
from the free-throw line for 13 points, had 2 as-
sists, 2 offensive and 11 defensive rebounds for
a total of 13, and had 1 turnover.
The Warriors return to the hardwood
against John Paul II, 7:30 p.m., Jan. 14, here;
Altha, 7 p.m., Jan. 15, here; John Paul II, 7:30
p.m., Jan. 19, there; Altha, 7:30 p.m., Jan. 21,
there; Munroe, 7:30 p.m., Jan. 22, there; Bran-
ford, 6:30 p.m., Jan. 25, here; Seven Hills, 7
p.m., Jan. 29, here; and winding up the regular
season, Branford, 5:30 p.m., Feb. 2, there.
The District Tournament, Feb. 5, at FAMU,
tine to be announced, Feb. 8, location and time
to be announced; Feb. 8 and Feb. 9 at John Paul
II, times to be announced.


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Wednesday, January 20, 2010


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Madison County Carrier 9A


HEALTH & NUTRITION


Laughing Gas Comes In Candy Flavors


By Michael Curtis
Greene Publishing, Inc.
From the day modern dentistry served its first
child, the profession of pediatric dentistry has
been searching for new ways to make it less
painful and more efficient. After all, dentistry is a
business where time is the most expensive part of
the process the dentist's time. From the patient's
perspective, every parent who has ever stood
watch over a toddler receiving dental services
would say they only want a pain free experience.
So, what's the solution to satisfy both these
goals? The answer is candy-flavored laughing gas.
The following is the press release provided
from the University of Wisconsin Madison:
The pleasing aroma of bubble gum, orange or
vanilla is changing the way many young patients
are sedated for certain medical procedures.
And their doctors say using nitrous oxide, de-
livered through scented masks, has another big
plus: it reduces the stress and the time required
for difficult or painful treatments.
Since June, more than 100 patients undergo-
ing sedation at American Family Children's Hos-
pital have received "laughing gas" nitrous oxide
or NO- which they inhale through a scented
mask.
"Only about a dozen hospitals across the coun-
try use NO for pediatric sedation, but the trend is
growing. Physicians say the new approach is very


Question:
Can I feed my infant juice in a Sippy cup if I dilute it?

Answer:
Boy that brings back memories of sleepless weeks,
which turned into sleepless months. Before you know
it a half a year has gone by and your biggest aspiration
is a full night of sleep. I have been there and done that
so I know all too well how you feel.
You can only get the child to sleep if you give them
a Sippy cup. You take away the cup you can forget
getting sleep. Even worse, try to put water in the cup
and you will hear that loud bang when they throw the
cup on the floor in disgust followed by the crying.
I know it seems like juice in the Sippy cup is the
only answer. I am sorry to recommend against juice in
Sippy cups. Now before you get mad at me there are
other solutions. There are sugar free drinks which
work great in a Sippy cup. For my children we used
Crystal Light. It is a drink mix powder you add to
water.
I have been asked if it is OK to dilute sugary drinks
for Sippy cups. There is no way to dilute sugary drinks
enough...any amount of sugar in a Sippy cup at
bedtime will cause baby bottle tooth decay. I have
been asked if natural juices or unsweetened fruit juice
is OK. NO, it is not OK either. Sugar is sugar, all
sugars cause tooth decay whether it is natural or not.
Have fruit juices at mealtime but not bedtime.
Try Crystal Light, you will be glad you did. Just
think, now you can enjoy a good night's sleep that
does not come at the expense of your child's dental
health, zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz


Roderick K Shaw III, DMD, MAGD
Master of the Academy of General Dentistry
Let us feature your questions. Contact us at
(850) 250-5964 or rkshaw@embarqmail.com
Ask the Dentist is devoted to answering your
questions about the Art and Science of Dentistry.


effective in calming children for certain proce-
dures, such as accessing a port with a needle to
give chemotherapy or inserting urethral catheters
for children undergoing workup for urinary tract
infections. The patient is lightly sedated while
breathing the gas and is able to interact with hos-
pital staff.
"It's a nice thing to have the scented masks,"
says Dr. Greg Hollman, professor of pediatrics at
the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine
and Public Health. "Kids can inhale their favorite
flavor while getting their med-
ication."
Hollman believes
the use of nitrous ox-
ide has a number of
advantages over oral
or intravenous se i :i .
tives f,:r ,hil.
dren. "With i-irIl
medications "
it is n:t
un-

P, J






Seniors Stand Up


To The Swine Flu


It's easily been the
hot-button medical story
of the past year, but the
H1N1 (also known as
Swine Flu) pandemic has
seen some interesting sta-
tistics when it comes to
who must be treated. Con-
sidered a high-risk group
with most large-scale
health-scares, seniors
somehow have bucked
the trend and shown im-
pressive resiliency
against the pandemic.
The Center for Dis-
ease Control and Preven-
tion even has listed them
near the bottom of the
H1N1 vaccine priority
list.
Last spring, when
parents and children
alike expressed their
fears of the growing
Swine Flu scare and
pharmaceutical compa-
nies rushed to distribute
a vaccine, the CDC re-
leased its findings show-
ing that seniors over 60
years of age had a sur-
prising advantage in the
fight against the disease.
The CDC found that 64
percent of Swine Flu cas-
es occurred amongst five-
to 24-year-olds. But in a
surprising and unex-
plained twist, only one
percent of flu patients
were 65 years or older.
Original speculation
was that H1N1 simply
hadn't reached the senior
community yet, but the
reasoning behind these
numbers could be far
more scientific.


Medical experts now
believe that by being ex-
posed to countless season-
al flu vaccines over the
course of their lives, se-
niors may actually have
built up something of an
immunity to the virus.
That concept and the
numbers backing it up
have compelled the CDC
to put seniors at the bot-
tom of the priority list for
the H1N1 vaccine, which
primarily has been
topped by children and
pregnant women.
Of course, before opt-
ing not to get vaccinated
or to get the vaccine, be
sure to consult your doc-
tor, as everyone's medical
status and condition is
different.
The CDC encourages
seniors to get their regu-
lar flu shots and has made
this vaccine available to
those of an advanced age,
but it looks as if the el-
derly may have accrued a
whole new kind of wis-
dom when it comes to bat-
tling Swine Flu.


common to wait 20 minutes for the sedative to
work," he says. "The patient typically would have
to stay additional time in the hospital to make
sure they were fully recovered from sedation.
"The advantage nitrous oxide has over oral
medications is that it starts working in a minute,
and after the procedure the mask is removed, the
effects are gone, and the child can go home." Holl-
man says this means less stress for families with
children who require frequent appointments for
chronic illnesses.
"It's not just a matter of how well they recov-
er, but how quickly, especially for cancer patients.
They spend enough time in the hospital," he says.
"That's really important to a family anything to
ease their situation."
NO is most useful for brief, minimally inva-
sive procedures, however, and not every child will
like it. But Hollman says the positives usually out-
weigh the negatives.
"It works really well for 90 to 95 percent of
children whom we identify as potentially benefit-
ing from nitrous," he says. "While nitrous oxide
isn't for everyone, we felt there were certain pa-
tient populations where we could administer it
safely and effectively, give them a drug that would-
n't require an IV or taking anything by mouth,
and allow them to go home as soon as the proce-
dure is completed. This is just another tool in our
toolbox to provide comfort to children."





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www.greenepublishing.corn


Wednesday,January 20, 2010


DUNN'S
Lawn Mower Repair
WELDING
New & Used Parts
Senior Citizen Discounts

850-973-4723
2089 NE State Road 6
Madison, FL 32340
ANYTHING LEFT OVER 7 DAYS
WILL BE SOLD
rtn, n/c

I build Sheds, Decks &
Well Houses & I sell Steel
Buildings. Call Bob
850-242-9342
12/30, rmtn, c




Wanted: Chickens, turkeys,
guineas and peafowl.
850-464-1165
rtn, n/c

BAND SAWMILL
CALL 850-973-4004. IF NO
ANSWER, PLEASE LEAVE
NAME, TELEPHONE NUMBER
AND INFO ABOUT THE MILL
rtn, n/c


Wanted: 4-wheel drive trac-
tor, will trade a 20 ft. hardy
barge trailer with 50 hp
Johnson. Call Tommy
Greene 973-4141
1/20, rtn, n/c



m ^^f


WHAT A GREAT DEAL!
Don't Let This One Get
Away!

Colonial Twin Bunk Bed
with headboard, footboard,
stairstep with rails, and 3
drawer underbed storage. 6
months old, paid $800, ask-
ing $550 OBO
850-210-5928
9/23, rtn, n/c


Diamond Plate Alum. Pick-
up truck tool boxes.
Various sizes. $50 each. Call
973-4172 8am-5pm M-F


52 inch RCA big scrn
approx. 2 years old
$1600, asking $750
Call 850-210-59


DedlneFo Casifed


(85) 73-14

ii l S :0 pm Eer Mnay


Mobile Homes For Rent
2 or 3 bedrrom mobile
homesfor rent near Anderson
Pond $450 + deposit
869-0916
10/28, rmtn,c

Doublewide Mobile Home
3 bedroom 2 bath in the
Cherry Lake Area $500 per
month and $500 deposit
NO PETS! Call
850-929-4333
1/6, rtn, c


3 bd/2 bath doublewide near
Cherry lake $550.00, deposit
& References 850-973-2353

8/19, rtn, c

Cambridge Manor
Apartments designed for
Senior's and Disabled.
1BR ($409.)
2BR ($435.).
HUD vouchers accept-
ed Call 850-973-3786 -
TTY Acs 711.
404 SW Sumatra Rd,
Madison
This institution is an
Equal Opportunity
Provider and Employer


t-l
EQUAL HOUSING
OPPORTUNITY


2010 Brand New


rtn,cc


Rental assistance may be
available. HUD vouchers
accepted. 1, 2, & 3 BR
HC & non-HC accessible
apts. Call 850-973-8582,
TDD/TTY 711. 315 SW
Lawson Circle,
Madison, FL 32340.
Equal Housing
Opportunity
rtn, c

Small Cottages $395
Good neighborhood in Madi-
son, clean as new. Heat &
air, R&R, 3 rooms. Matured
male only. Water, garbage &
yard maintenance, furnished.
Call George at 557-0994
11/18,rmt, c


Lake Front Home
5/6-rtn, nc 2 bedroom 2 bath, furnished.
Includes water, electric &
een TV, gas. Lawn maintenance pro-
d, pd vided. 1 yr lease $800 de-
) obo. posit, $1,050 per month
128 850-973-3025


1/6, rtn, n/c


Australian Western Saddle
brand new with tags on it:
comes with blanket, two bri-
dles, two breastplates (one
custom made), and saddle
stand. Call
850-545-5764
10/21, rtn, n/c

John Deere 2 Row Planter
with fertilizer hoppers, 100
lb capacity. New sprockets
and chains. Call
850-997-1582
12/16, rtn, n/c





2007 Yamaha Majesty
Scooter, electric blue,
3,000 miles, $5,000.
850-929-6950, please leave
message
11/18, rtn, n/c





HOUSE FOR RENT
3 bedroom house completely
re-done, 2 baths, fireplace, 2
car garage, large workshop,
includes appliances, wash-
er/dryer, dishwasher, quiet
neighborhood. $845 per
month + deposit
419-351-8084
1/20, 1/27, c

Clean as new. Two story, 3
BR, 2.3 baths, formal LR &
DR. 1705 Sq. Ft. New
Kitchen, Range, Ref, D/W,
G/D. Oak Floor downstairs,
Heart Pine upstairs. 2 Central
H&A. Yard maint. included.
ADULT FAMILY. No pets.
$700 rent and deposit. Good
credit req. 205 NE Shelby Ave.
Madison. Call George 973-
8583 or 557-0994.


2 bedroom trailers f
850-570-0459


$199 Move-In Special!!
1, 2 & 3 BR HC & non-
HC accessible apts.
Rental assistance may be
available. HUD vouchers
accepted. Call 850-948-
3056. TDD/TTY 711.
192 NW Greenville
Pointe Trail, Greenville,
FL 32331.
Equal Housing
Opportunity
rtn, c


3 bedroom 2 bath
mobile home in Madison
County in country setting,
$450 month, includes elect-
ticty and lawn maintenance.
Ref./background check
727-642-1358
1/13, 1/20,c
3 bedroom, 2 bath
doublewide on Rocky Ford
Rd in Pinetta, $600 security
deposit and $600 monthly
references required, no pets.
929-2649
1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, pd


8/12 rtn, c


4/2 DW, CHA, skirting, Commercial/Industrial
steps, set-up & del. all this Property
for only $39,995. Call Eric with state highwayfrontage.
@ 386-752-1452 Corner lots. Fronts both
jetdec @windstream.net Harvey Greene Dr.
1/20-22/17,0 & Highway 53 South.
Enterprise Zone
Natural gas line, 8 inch wa-
NEED QUICK CASH, ter main, access to city utili-
SELLING MY 16X80, 3 ties, fire hydrant, and service
BEDROOM, 2 BATH FOR from two power companies.
ONLY $9,900. CALL Property has easy access to
STEVE AT 1-10, via SR 53 & SR 14.
386-365-8549 Will build to suit tenant or
T12/9,Artnc short or long term lease.
Call Tommy Greene 850-
973-4141
100 % Financing
On all new land/home pack- rtn, n/c
ages, plus $8.000 in stimulus
money until April, don't wait OFFICE BUILDING
buy today call Eric @ FOR RENT
386-752-1452 across street from
jetdec @windstream.net Post Office, Courthouse,
and Courthouse Annex.
1/20 2/17, c (Old Enterprise Recorder Office)
20 111 SE Shelby St., Madison;
Newly renovated
MOBILE HOMES NEW back to the 1920's era
USED. BUY SELL Call Tommy Greene
TRADE. ANYTHING OF 850-973-4141 rtnn/c
VALUE FOR DOWN PAY-
MENT. WE HAVE FI-
NANCE ASSISTANCE.
CALL PAT
386-344-5024
12/9, rtn, c $$AVON$$
Earn 50%, only $10 for
starter kit! Call Today
Brand New 2010 850-570-1499 or visit
One 2010 4 bedroom 2 bath www.youravon.com/tdavies
on your property for pay-
ments of only $321.56 a 5/13-rmtn,c
month. Call Eric @
386-752-1452 or
jetdec @windstream.net Mystery Shoppers
earn up to $150 per day un-
1/20- 2/17, der cover shoppers needed to
judge retail and dining estab-
lishments. No experience
09 FLEETWOOD HOME required. Call
5 BEDROOM, 3 BATH 888-731-1180


I FOR RENT III~


The City of Madison is ac-
cepting applications for 1
full-time Police Officer with
the following qualifications:
Applicants miist be at least
19 years of age and a citizen
of the United States, possess
a valid FLORIDA DRI-
VER'S LICENSE, with a
clean driving record, must be
a High School Graduate,
must pass a drug test, back-
ground check, a physical ex-
amination and vision test.
The applicant must be in ex-
cellent physical condition
and it is preferred that the
applicant be Florida Law En-
foreement Certified. The ap-
plicant must have the ability
to read write and speak ef-
fectively, understand and
carry out oral and written in-
structions.

Job applications are available
upon request from the Police
Department located at 310
SW Rutledge Street, Madi-
son, Florida, 32340 from
8:00 AM until 5:00 PM daily
Monday through Friday.

We will be accepting appli-
cations for this position from
Monday, January 4, 2010,
until the position has been
filled.

The City of Madison is an
Equal Opportunity Employer
and recognizes veterans
preference.
1/13, 1/20,c
The City of Madison will
be accepting applications for
a Refuse Collector to work
in the Sanitation Department.
Applicants must be 18 years
of age, possess a valid Flori-
da Driver's License, High
School Diploma or GED,
and pass a drug test, back-
ground check and physical
examination.

Job applications and job de-
scriptions may be picked up
at City Hall between the
hours of 8:00 am and 5:00
pm Monday through Friday.
We will be accepting appli-
cations for this position from
January 19, 2010 until Feb-
ruary 1, 2010.

The City of Madison is an
Equal Opportunity Employ-
er, drug free work place and
recognizes veteran's prefer-
ence.
1/20, 1/27, c


HOME, DELIVERED TO
YOUR LAND AT $487.49
PER MONTH, CHEAPER
THAN RENT. CALL MIKE


386-623-421



Repo's Repo's R
We have many to
from! Homes start
$10,500. These wo
long! Call Eric
386-752-1452
jetdec @windstrea







For Sale:


House & Lot
In the Town of Suwan
was $135,000, Now $99,
2 BR/1 BA. Fully Furnis
New Metal Roof, and N(
Paint. Utility Building w
Washer and Dryer. Nice
Trees. 386-719-0421


8/5, rtn, pd


or rent
Fantastic Lake
and Mountain View
11/25,rnc from this 2 Bed/ 2Bth Ho
Open and Covered Dec
Large Screened Porch,
FP, CH/A, Oak Floors &
inets, and Appliances
Offered Furnished al
$179,900. Call BJ Peter
850-508-1900


1/13- 2/3, pd


8 Fiscal Officer
Senior Citizens council of
12/9, rtn, c Madison County Inc. is seek-
ing an individual with expe-
rience in Accounting and
epo's Bookkeeping. Responsibili-
chose ties includes: Payroll, expen-
ting @ diture reports, prepare
n't last special accounting state-
S@ ments, budgets, budget revi-
or sions, recording of receipts,
m.net inventory:, regular meeting
1/20- 2/17,cwith personnel, monthly re-
porting, prepare federal and
i state tax reports, backup
data, medicaid waiver
billing, reconciling, attend
board meetings, supervise
CIRTS, supervision and
orientation of new employ-
ees.


Madison Dental Associates
January 11lth thru February
11th We will hold a chance-
drawing for a ORAL CAN-
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Saturday Jan. 30th, 2010
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1950 Dusty Miller Avenue.
Bring your cash no checks
accepted. Misc antique fur-
niture, glassware, silver;
Misc clothing, kitchen uten-
sils and misc furniture, deep
freezer/washer/dryer/hospital
bed/piano. Anyone interest-
ed in purchaseof home 3/2.5
bath 2000 + sq. ft.
Brick/Ranch style on 5 acres;
Please feel free to take this
opportunity to explore and
make any offers as owners
will be present.

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nee
000. This is a highly responsible
shed, position. High school diplo-
Jew ma/GED, Bachelor's Degree
with with four to eight years ex-
Fruit perience in accounting and
completed a course in
accounting/ Bookkeeping.
rtn, n/c Must have computer experi-
ence. Apply in person with a
resume. Address: Senior Cit-
izens of Madison at 486 SW
ss Rutledge Street of Madison,
olme. Florida 32340. Contact
ks, number 850-973-2006


GLas
Cab-
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House For Sale By Owner
1950 Dusty Miller Avenue,
3/2.5 bath 2000 + sq. ft.,
Brick/Ranch style home on 5
acres. recently installed
Central H&AC Unit. 2 Fire-
places, Den with Bonus
room. Gas Stove and Water
heater with dryer hookup.
Covered attached carport
with bonus attic storage.
Lot's of closet and storage
space. Outlying equipment
shelter and attached utility
room with shower. Asking
$155,000 OBO
This home is located at
Dusty Miller Ave and Reeves
Circle. Contact
850-973-2707 or
904-778-7882
1/13, 1/20, 1/27, pd

Real Estate For Sale
near Lloyd Acres, 1800 sq.
ft. DW, 3/3 with carport,
screen room, deck, crown
mold, tile & hardwood, fire-
place on 5 acres. 1/2 acre of
beautiful woods with stream.
$8000 credit available.
$138,500. 850-599-5121

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3/2 on 6 lots in Greenville,
new HVAC, new vinyl win-
dows and siding, complete
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credit available. $89,500
with 6 lots. 850-599-5121


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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE
THIRD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND
FOR MADISON COUNTY, FLORIDA
GREEN TREE SERVICING, LLC, CASE NO.: 2009-452-CA
9119 Corporate Lake Drive, Suite 175,
Tampa, Florida 33634,
Plaintiff,
v.
MARGO T. GILL, and
FIRST FAMILY FINANCIAL SERVICES
OF GA, INC.,
Defendants.

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YOU ARE NOTIFIED that a civil action has been filed against you in the
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property described as follows:
LOTS 1, 2, 15 AND 16, BLOCK 12 EAST; MADISON SUBDIVISION IN
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DA, TOGETHER WITH A 1995, 50 x 28 OAK SPRING HOME, SERIAL
NUMBER 32-62-0228HAB.
You are required to file a written response with the Court and serve a copy
of your written defenses, if any, to it on Timothy D. Padgett, Plaintiffs attor-
ney, whose address is 2878 Remington Green Circle, Tallahassee, Florida
32308, at least thirty (30) days from the date of first publication, and
file the original with the clerk of this court either before service on Plaintiffs
attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise, a default will be entered
against you for the relief demanded in the complaint.
Dated this 8 day of January, 2010,

CLERK OF COURT
By: Ramona Dickinson
Deputy Clerk
Attorney for Plaintiff:
Timothy D. Padgett, Esq.
Timothy D. Padgett, P.A.
2878 Remington Green Circle
Tallahassee, FL 32308
(850) 422-2520 (phone)(850) 422-2567 (fax)
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SCHOOL & EDUCATION


Aucilla Christian
Academy Principal
Richard Finlayson has re-
leased the honor roll for
the third six-week period.
K-5 (Clark)
Honor Roll
Caitlin Bates, Caro-
line Beshears, Kasey
Chmura, Jacob Green,
Kenzie Key Jenna Lindsey,
Carl Mattheus, Mason Mc-
Cord, Trent Rabon, Addi-
son Shiver, Courtney
Smith, Tristan Walker,
Hunter Watson, Benjamin
Whiddon, Taggert
Williams and Joshua Wur-
gler.
First Grade (Stephens)
All A's
Abby Bowen, Joey
Davis, Lindsey Davis, Cole
English, Keira Evans,
Kolton Grambling,
Cheyenne Hilbert, Sarah
Plain, Maddie Sears and
Jordan Swickley
All A's and B's
Xander Ames, Natal-
ie Andrews, Justice Black,
Emmaleah Hooppell,
Hunter Hughes, Chloe
Ozbun, Krishan Patel and
Ramsey Wisenbaker.
First Grade
(Roberts) All A's
Jeb Beshears, Selina
Drawdy, Riley Hamrick,
James Austin Hightower,
Jackson Olson, Amber
Ozbun, Riley Rowe, Mary
Rose Schwier, Will Sulli-
van, Olivia Walton, Travis
Wheeler and Ginger
Whiddon; all As and B's;
Dean Forehand, Joan Mac-
Neill, Alissa Roland, Jar-
rett Roland, Tyler
Slaughter and Wyatt
Stafford.
Second Grade
(Whiddon) All A's
Ansley English, and
Mylie Rogers:
All A's and B's
AbbiGayle Cope,
Jamieson Dalzell, Carl
Hall, Brandon Hannon,
Hannah Sprenkle,and
Austin Wheeler.
Second Grade
(Love) All A's
Carson Leigh Olson,
Abby Reams and Ben Wur-
gler; all As and B's; Jacob
Barker, Dawson Bishop,


ACA Honor Roll


Hailey Clark, Kinsey
Clark, Nathan Green, Ju-
lianna Lindsey, Bailey
McLeod, Pierce Powers,
and Albree Starling.
Third Grade
(Aman) all A's
Emily Forehand
all A's and B's
Alexis Alexandrou,
Brandon Bates, Grace
Beshears, Andrew Bur-
rus, Woods Collins, Ian
Hutsell, Ryan Jackson,
Hayley Lewis, Maggie
Mall, Ayush Patel, Chloe
Reams, Ashlyn Rogers,
Gabe Rouse, Megan
Schofill, Dilyn Stowers
and Mackenzie Wirick.
Third Grade (Falk)
Multi-Age all A's
R.B. Bowen, Austin
McCord, Levi Stafford,
Nicolas Swickley and
Katherine Whiche;
All A's and B's
Evan Courtney
Fourth Grade
(Brown) All A's;
Timothy Finlayson,
Jessica Giddens, Hanson
Ozbun, Joe Walton and
Michaela Whiddon;
All A's and B's
Elliot Dalzell, Walker
Davis, Elizabeth Hightow-
er, T. J. Hightower, Sum-
mer Jenkins, Ryals Lee,
Grace Rouse, Tedo Wilcox
and Ria Wheeler.
Fourth Grade (Falk)
Multi-Age All A's;
Katie James, Carly
Joiner, Haley Jones, Can-
non Randle and Daniel
Wurgler
All A's and B's
Evan Hocking, Abi-
gail Morgan and Brandon
Slaughter.
Fifth Grade A (Burkett)
All A's
Traynor Barker, Jen-
ny Jackson, Kirsten Rea-
gan and Ramsey Sullivan
All A's and B's
Dena Bishop, Brit-
tany Hughes, Cole Mac-
Neill, Summerlyn Marsh,
Peyton Scharinger, Victo-
ria Sprenkle and Hank
Wirick.
Fifth Grade B (Hughey)
All A's
Stephanie English
and Kate Whiddon


All A's and B's
Meagan Beaty, Cali
Burkett, Cassie Davis,
Faith Demott, Sarah Hall,
Chaz Hamilton, Joe Han-
non and Erica Keeler.
Sixth Grade
(Tharpe) All A's
Taylor Copeland,
Erin Lee and Emma Wit-
mer.
All A's and B's
Meagan Giddens,
Abby Hettinger, Sam
Hogg, Savannah Jenkins,
Ally Mall, Taylor McK-
night, T, J. Swords, Sarah
Tharpe, Courtney Watts,
Justin Welch and Gaige
Winchester.


Seventh Grade
All A's and B's
Austin Bishop, Mor-
gan Cline, Ricky Fin-
layson, Sarah James and
Carson Nennstiel.
Eighth Grade All A's
Aimee Love
All A's and B's
Cole Davis, Lauren
Demott, Casey Demott,
Cara Hackett, Hunter
Home, Ashlyn Mills, Jes-
sica Webb and Jessica
Welch.
Ninth Grade All A's
Ashli Cline, Kaley
Love, Whitney McKnight,
Hadley Revell and Audrey
Waters


All A's and B's
Alexis Burkett, Jay
Finlayson, Jared Jackson,
Daniel Shadrac, Ashley
Schofill, Hans Sorensen,
Pamela Watt and Joshua
Wood.
Tenth Grade All A's
Tyler Jackson and
Shelby Witmer
All A's and B's
Levi Cobb, Josh Fun-
derburke and Tori Self
Eleventh Grade all A's
Kaitlin Jackson, Tay-
lor Pridgeon, Sarah
Sorensen and Abigail
Vasquez
All A's and B's
Clark Christy Taryn


Copeland, Anna Fin-
layson, Tiffany Funder-
burke, Jessica Hagan,
Nikki Hamrick, Katherine
Hogg, Kent Jones, Lisa
Kisamore, G. H. Liford,
Caroline Mueller, Brittany
O'Brian, Elizabeth Riley
Ceira Roland and Nathan
Williams.
Twelfth Grade All A's
Lane Fraleigh, Tyler
High, Wilson Lewis,
Brooke Stewart, Dana
Watt and Katlyn Watts; all
As and B's; Kalyn Brown,
Jessica Hunt, Sydney
Plummer, Ryan Pricher,
Marissa Snodgrass, John
Stephens and Jake Walker.


Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo By Michael Curtis, January 12, 2010
The Lee Boys and Girls Club is extremely popular, offering students an after school program that in-
cludes a variety of fun and constructive activities.


By Michael Curtis
Greene Publishing, Inc.
Area Director Talinda Dunbar
and Site Director John Doherty along
with Instructors Ferres Joshua and
Lashontae Lee, have brought the Boys
and Girls Club to Lee Elementary
School. The program has rolled out
around the county offering students
safe, constructive and fun after school
programs that have made the Boys
and Girls Club a revered and respect-
ed organization throughout America.
The Boys and Girls Club after
school program, which is currently
serving the Central School, Pinetta
and Greenville Elementary Schools,
in addition to LES, serves hundreds of


students with a variety of activities,
ranging from sports and play to crafts
and dance. Students, parents, and
school sponsors agree the program is
not only providing great services, but
is also a solution to the consistent
complaint, "There nothing for kids to
do in Madison County!"
Offered daily the program goes
until 5:30 daily in Lee, which gives par-
ents valuable after school care that
might otherwise not be affordable.
"In every community boys and
girls are left to find their own recre-
ation and companionship in the
streets. An increasing number of chil-
dren are at home with no adult care or
supervision. Young people need to


know that someone cares about
them," according to club literature.
"Boys & Girls Clubs offer that
and more. Club programs and ser-
vices promote and enhance the devel-
opment of boys and girls by instilling
a sense of competence, usefulness, be-
longing and influence.
'Boys & Girls Clubs are a safe
place to learn and grow all while
having fun. They are truly The Posi-
tive Place For Kids."
For more information on the club
or to provide support for the basket-
ball program, phone John Doherty at
(850) 973-5030.
Michael Curtis can be reached at
michael@greenepublishing .com.


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2009 YEAR IN REVIEW


Amer


Ben Stewart takes over as the new Madison
County Sheriff.
Jacobbi McDaniel and Chris Thompson
play in the Under Armour All-Star game in Or-
lando.
A number of counterfeit bills are circulated
in Madison County.
Betty Blair offers a reward for information
about a theft from the grave of her grandson,
Adam Hughes.
Vince Palhof receives a 60-year member-
ship pin and certificate from the Masons.
The State Fire Marshal is investigating
three separate fires that occurred in Madison in
late Nov. 2008. The fires took place at SE Bound-
ary Street, SE Merchant Street and East Base
Street.
Third Judicial Circuit Judge John Peach re-
tires.
Wilmer Strickland, Madison businessman, dies.
Madison County Memorial Hospital cuts its
payroll.
A newspaper box was stolen at Harveys and
the Madison Dollar Store, located on the Valdosta
Hwy,, was burglarized on New Year's Eve.
Nathan Curtis takes a job with Homeland
Security.
Sheriff Pete Bucher, Chief Deputy Leonard
Harris and Cathy Reams, administrative assis-
tant, are honored at a retirement party.
Third Judicial Circuit Court officers are
sworn in at the Madison County courthouse on
Tuesday afternoon, Jan. 6.
A dump truck wrecked south of Greenville
on Wednesday, Jan. 7.
Air Methods makes plans to be based in Madi-
son.
Lauren Bacot graduates from Southeast
Louisiana University.
Elizabeth Cobb wins a 52" high definition
television from Badcock.
People in Madison County are urged to use
caution should they come into contact with an
American bald eagle roosting in Madison County,
since its roosting habilts have fallen into a dis-
couraging pattern.
A prayer walk for elected officials is set for


Sat., Jan. 10, in Madison.
Madison County High health students con-
duct a survey on obesity.
Emma Lammons celebrated her 99th birth-
day on Dec. 27, 2008 and Leaster Martin celebrat-
ed her 100th birthday on Dec. 14, 2008.
A group of students from the LATMA
School attend the presidential inauguration in
Washington, D.C.
Students at Lee Elementary School opt to go
back to Rockets as a nickname over Trailblazers.
The body of an unidentified woman is
found Jan. 15 off Pettis Springs Road, south of
Greenville. The body is later identified as that of
Marilyn Harris of Tallahassee.
Madison County High School Head Coach
Frankie Carroll says he will stay in Madison in-
stead of accepting a job in Perry.
Capital City Bank contributes $1,000 to ARC
Madison/Jefferson, Inc.
The administration of Madison County
Memorial Hospital pays tribute to the doctors
with an appreciation dinner.
A mobile home, belonging to Sarah Haynes,
is destroyed by fire on Saturday morning, Jan. 17.
Jordan Carroll signs to play baseball for
Tallahassee Community College.
State Rep. Leonard Bembry (D-Greenville)
opens a legislative office in Madison.
Judge Gregory S. Parker is sworn in on Fri-
day, Jan. 16, at the Madison County Courthouse.
Tri-County Electric General Manager
Julius Hackett speaks to the Kiwanis Club.
The Greenville Masonic Lodge installs new of-
ficers.
The Lee Day Committee is busy preparing
for their centennial showcase.
Cory Aikens, Jacobbi McDaniel, Chris
Thompson, Quanta Barfield, Justin Hood, Justin
Hampton Casey Anderson and Matt Bishop make
the Florida All-State football team.
Alexis Sowell and Venica Brown sign to
play softball with Santa Fe Community College.
Rev. Dr. Charlie Barfield is the speaker at
the Martin Luther King birthday observation.
John Grosskopf is selected as president of
North Florida Community College.


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Jimmy Moore is arrested for the murder of
Jaguar Gee.
Iman Taylor wins the district spelling bee.
Christy Adams is named Madison County's
Teacher of the Year.
Elvira Williams Brown is chosen Honorary
Miss Lee.
Madison County High School Cowboys are
honored at the football banquet.
Myra Valentine is chosen to chair the North
Central Florida Regional Planning Council.
Madison County Sheriff's officers are called
to look at believed root work (voodoo) after some
suspicious things were found in the Twin Rivers
State Forest.
Mildred White, who was Miss Madison in
1925, celebrates her 101st birthday
Carl Joseph is elected to the Florida High
School Sports Hall of Fame.
Colin Kauffman had the Grand Champion
Swine in the North Florida Livestock Show and Sale
and Connor Ginn had the Grand Champion Steer.
John C. Webb is named the Lee Citizen of the
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Jacobbi McDaniel and Chris Thompson sign
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signs to play football for Florida A&M University
The new Lee Library, coming in at a cost of
$925,000 is set to be a showcase for the county
Sirmans Volunteer Fire Department holds
water shuttle training.
A.J. Hudson celebrates his 103rd birthday on
Feb. 8.
Simon Kinsey, Jr. is chosen as the Lee Found-
ing Forefather.
Tony Straughter, a former Madison County
High School Cowboy, signs to play football for South
Carolina.
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)
sues the Madison County School Board.
Alvin Humphrey, Jr. is arrested for grand
theft auto, battery on a law enforcement officer and
escape.
Landmark Baptist Church dedicates its new
building on Saturday, Feb. 28.
Madison advances plans to put a sidewalk
around Lake Frances.
State Rep. Leonard Bembry and State Sena-
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Madison County Carrier 3B


2009 YEAR IN REVIEW


The count votes to advertise for profession-
al services, including architectural, surveying,
mapping and attorney services.
The local Pilgrim's Pride escapes a round of
closures which saw some plants around the coun-
try closing their doors.
Dexter Richardson, Cordele Anderson, Jr.
and Kendrick Collins were arrested on firearms
charges.
Sade Brown was arrested for grand theft
and escape.
A meeting was held March 5 to discuss the
new farm bill.
The North Florida Community College
Brain Bowl team won its first regional champi-
onship since 1997.
Angel Jones was reported missing by her
parents. She was later found in Live Oak.
Geno Hayes, former Madison County High
School and Florida State linebacker, and current-
ly with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, is recovering
after being stabbed by his girlfriend.
Leroy McQuay, 55, a log truck driver from
Madison is killed in a crash with another driver,
who is also killed.
Milton Jose Franco Gonzales, wanted for at-
tempted murder, is arrested during a routine traf-
fic stop.
Elaine Terry is named Teen Miss Lee and
Celina Quintana is named Pre-Teen Miss Lee.


The Sheriff's Office and FDLE make a big
drug bust. Arrested are Javon Hampton, Tony
Denson and VV Mitchell.
Bryant Thigpen is named reporter for
Greene Publishing.
A fish fry and fireworks are scheduled to
kick off the Lee Centennial Celebration.
Madison and USDA host a visioning day.
Cpl. Mike Maurice of the Madison County
K-9 Unit receives the 2008 Networker of the Year
Award.
Locals attend a North Central Florida Re-
gional Planning Council meeting.
Jim Stanley becomes Mayor of Madison on
March 10.
The Town of Lee undertakes a wastewater
project in collaboration with the City of Madison.
Tommy Brandt headlines the Middle Flori-
da Baptist Association's Country Fest 2009.
Reiva Copeland is named Miss Essence,
Ke'Shauni Johnson is named LittleMiss Essence
and Kevisa Moore is named Pre-Teen Miss
Essence.
The death penalty is sought against Jimmy
Moore for the murder of Jaguar Lee.
Laurie Smith is crowned Miss Madison
County and Elainie Jarvis is crowned Teen Miss
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A high-speed chase, with speeds of up to 120
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son.
Postage rates rise again.
Mike Register is named Grand Marshal for
the Lee Day Parade.
Cherry Lake VFD holds a bass tournament
on April 4.
People are evacuated and rescued during the
flood. J.D. Waters drowns during the flood. (Pho-
tos)
Willie Mae Parks celebrates her 103rd birth-
day.
A Bible reading marathon kicks off Four
Freedoms Week.
An Essential Services Center opens at the
old Lee School to help flood victims.
Myra Valentine is named Official of the
Year for the Suwannee River League of Cities.
A walkway around Lake Frances nears com-
pletion.
Lee and Pinetta residents with pumps are
urged to beware of tap water.
A container found at the Lee Solid Waste
Collection Site is neutralized to prevent a chemi-
cal threat.
Bernard Wilson passes away Thursday






Tom Sykes wins the 51st Annual Pot
Williams Golf Tournament.
Four students from Madison County Cen-
tral School ace the Florida Writes portion of the
FCAT. They are Keeley Smith, Connor Ginn,
Tarvis Peacock and Donika Ezell.
Adrian Peters is named the student of the
year at North Florida Community College.
Aucilla Christian Academy wins its sixth
district title in seven years in baseball.
Thursday, May 7, is recognized as the Na-
tional Day of Prayer. There is a meeting at the
courthouse in Madison where people unite for
prayer.
Begel St. Juste is charged with manslaugh-
ter in the death of Aralius Robinson. St. Juste is
later acquitted.
Interstate 10 and State Road 53 South are
shut down after a gas main breaks on May 11.
A memorial service is held for J.D. Waters,
who lost his life in the April flooding. The service
is held May 16.
Three people are killed and two are injured
in a rollover on Interstate 10 on May 11.
A 20th of May celebration is held in Madi-
son on May 15-16 and May 20.
Taylor Bowen is named valedictorian at
Madison County High School and Randi Lyn
Floyd is named salutatorian. (Photos)
One person is killed in a crash on May 16
and three are injured.
Madison County Sheriff's Cpl. Kevin An-
derson recovers 11 grams of cocaine following a
traffic stop in Greenville.
Deputy Doug Haskell and Cpl. Mike Mau-
rice confiscate almost 27 pounds of marijuana
and a gram of cocaine during a traffic stop on In-
terstate 10.
Lifesong, a local gospel group, begins
recording with a national music label.
FCAT scores improve in both reading and
mathematics in Madison County.
A $1,000 reward is offered for the capture of
someone littering along State Road 53.
The local hospital completes a $22 million
dollar USDA grant application.
Angela A. Brown, of Lee, is critically in-
jured in a crash.
The MCHS Vaquero Guard is named Grand
Champions.
The Aucilla Christian Academy softball
team wins its sixth straight district title.
The MCHS Cowboys completes its season


evening, April 16.
Frankie Carroll is named the USA Today
Most Caring Coach.
The Sheriff's office moves from the court-
house to quarters across Pinckney Street.
The Madison County High School Cowgirls
win the District softball title.
Sara Henderson gets her fifth hole in one at
the Madison Country Club.
A twister wreaks havoc south of Lee on
March 31. Rain is estimated from eight to 16 inch-
es.
The Treasures of Madison County has its
audio guide available.
A Tea Party is held at the Madison County
Courthouse on April 15.
Russell Smith puts a fence up between his
home and a neighboring bar in Lee.
Ruth Hagen, former typesetter for Greene
Publishing, passes away at age 86.
The Madison County Emergency Operations
Center (EOC) gets praise from State Emergency
Management.
The Four Freedoms Festival was enjoyed by
all who attended. (Photos)
Madison votes to apply for a USDA grant.






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title and Regional quarterfinal.
The Leibling Brothers circus goes to Lee on
May 12.
New police cruisers prove eye-catching, as
well as economical.
Lee volunteers who helped with assisting
the flooding victims are praised by the communi-
ty.
May 20th festivities recognize Major Cobb,
Jr. as an unsung hero.
Pilgrim's Pride continues to show signs of a
turnaround.
Unity Baptist youth present the Pinetta Vol-
unteer Fire Department with a $2,000 check.
A.J. Hudson dies May 12, 2009. He was 103
years old.
The Madison County School Board is ad-
vised on school prayer, including that opening
prayer at school events, including sports, where
students are deemed to be a captive audience are
no longer allowed.
Vicki Brown is named the interim Emer-
gency Management Director following the retire-
ment of Jim Stanley.
George Williams is elected president of the
American Association of Classified School Em-
ployees.
Sanctions are levied against former
Greenville Middle School Principal Gail French.
Madison County High School hosts a school-
wide summer reading program.
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The Greenville Fast Track is robbed at gunpoint.
Scott Andrew Sapp remains in serious condition
after being shot on May 31.
Gordon Tractor is burglarized of some equip-
ment and is offering $1,000 for information leading to a
conviction of the thieves.
Shots are fired and four people are arrested in
Greenville for a disturbance. Arrested are Terrence
Mutch, Jamie Hampton, Roger Jones and Coleman
Garrison.
Telara Scott, a fourth grader, receives a 5.5 on the
FCAT Writing Test.
The Madison County Commission approves the
creation of a fire coordinator position.
Crystal Sircy is named the new Enterprise Flori-
da business retention, recruitment lead.
Eddie Hale is recognized for traveling over a mil-
lion miles as a rural route carrier.
The Lee Volunteer Fire Department shows off
their new Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)
units.
Jason Archambault, Edwin McMullen and Alan
Whigham are recognized by the Fish and Wildlife Com-
mission (FWC) for their heroic and outstanding ser-
vice during the April flooding.
Pilgrim's Pride reports profits for April and May.
Clover Farm is burglarized.The Red Barn is bur-


David Fina is elected Third Judicial Circuit
Judge.
A Madison woman, Amy Lee Nusbickel, is ar-
rested for forgery
A body is exhumed at Oakridge Cemetery as
part of an investigation to identify a hit and run vic-
tim.
A motorcycle accident claimed the life of Brod-
erick Blue, a former Madison County High School
Cowboy football standout.
The Madison County 12 and Under Girls Softball
Team finishes second in the state championship tour-
nament.
Adam Lee Simmons, a Greenville resident, is ar-
rested for robbery in Georgia.
Jimmy Lee Bryant, not long released from
prison, was arrested for aggravated assault and throw-
ing a deadly missile.
Charlye Sanford, Gregory Graham, Marvin
Davis, Rashad James, and Brian Hill are all arrested on
drug charges following a search warrant being served
on Monday, July 6.
Leonard Miller is chosen as Lee Public Works
Director.
Several Madison County children, who attended
Camp Pickett Lake during the summer, have been test-
ed for the H1N1 virus.
Dr. James Stockwell, a colorectal specialist from
Tallahassee, begins providing services for Madison
County.
A memorial service is held for Deputy Steve Ag-
ner, who lost his life while working patrol for road con-
struction in 1998, on July 27.
Renetta Parrish holds a Greenville Town Hall
meeting on July 25.
Daniel McLeod, Madison police officer, resigns
amid allegations that he possessed and showed photos
of underage girls.
Michael Fiffia is arrested for home invasion.
Work continues on the new public library in Lee.
A four-wheeler crash claims the life of 11-year-
old Eduardo Fernadez.
Fires destroy two homes on July 4.
Toxic mold is forcing EMS to move to a new lo-


Forensics investigators work to exhume the
body of a hit and run victim. The victim was killed in
August 1980 and still has not been identified.


glarized Monday evening, June 1.
Louise Browning dies June 1 at age 101.
Madison County is hit hard by Small County Re-
cycling Grant reduction.
Madison firefighters pass the boot for the Mus-
cular Dystrophy Association on June 5.
Simon Kinsey is honored for 60 years as a dea-
con at the First Baptist Church in Lee.
Computers are stolen from Frankie Bell's insur-
ance office.
Clyde King, former Madison County Commis-
sioner, dies. He was 75 years old.
An early morning blaze destroys a home belong-
ing to Ben Denson.
A critical agriculture bill, sponsored by Rep.
Leonard Bembry (D-Greenville) is signed by Gov. Char-
lie Crist.
Vicki Brown is named Emergency Management
Director for Madison County.
Jacobbi McDaniel opts to attend Florida State
University to play football, instead of signing with the
Milwaukee Brewers, who drafted him to play baseball.
Willie Gamalero plays in an Pros and Joes game
in Tallahassee. He snares a touchdown pass against
former FSU and Green Bay Packers cornerback Ter-
rell Buckley
A new seatbelt law goes into effect on June 26.


cation.
Charlie Moore passes away at 83 years of age.
A two-year-old Madison boy, Nicholas Wright, is
recovering after being run over on July 11.
A man, James Houck, who was said to have been
drinking alcohol, walks in front of a moving vehicle on
July 4.
A car and two kilos of cocaine are seized by the
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Wilhemina Pride stabs another woman with a
butcher knife.
An alligator is captured in front of the Madison
County Central School on July 18.
A 13-year-old dies after swimming in a local lake.
Tests from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) indi-
cate that the victim died from primary meningoen-
cephalitis (PAM).
The Madison City Commission sets their Truth
in Millage (TRIM) rate for the upcoming fiscal year.
The Madison County School District receives a
grant for almost $3,000,000.
The International Space Station flies over Madi-
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The Madison County Carrier turns 45 years
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Roy Phillips, a truck driver from Lee, has a
wreck in Jacksonville.
Two are arrested for human trafficking and
narcotics.
Fire destroys a log home, east of Highway
53, in the Midway area.
The wastewater debate in Lee heats up.
Dusty Humphrey graduates from Fish and
Wildlife Commission school.
Madison County EMS trains with a new
medical helicopter.
Winston Espute, Jr. is nabbed after fleeing
law officers.
A heavy storm on August 13 brings minor
flooding, power outages.
Lakechia Milton, 21, of Greenville is killed
in a crash on Interstate 10 on Wednesday morn-
ing, Aug. 26.
Former Madison County High School Cow-
boy Kyle Fox starts for Valdosta State University.


Myra Valentine and Roy Ellis are awarded
for Outstanding Attendance by the North Central
Florida Regional Planning Council.
Madison County High School enters the
second year of its improvement plan.
Madison residents express concerns about
the conditions of city sidewalks.
Smokey Bear turns 65 years old.
Frank Montoya is arrested for robbing Cit-
izens State Bank.
Hamburg-Lovett hosts its annual Peanut
Boil on Aug. 29.
The NAACP reactivates its Madison
branch.
The Madison City Commission discusses
selecting a Code Enforcement board.
TRIM notices are sent out by the Property
Appraiser's office.
Local businessman Pat Cantey dies.
The Board of County Commissioners seeks
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Madison County Carrier 5B


2009 YEAR IN REVIEW


The Secret Service assists the Madison Police
Department as two people are arrested on credit
card fraud charges.
Despite an order not to pray at school-related
events, an impromptu prayer is said before the
Madison County High School Cowboys game
against the Florida High Seminoles.
Martin Gudz wins a statewide award for his
photograph, "The Chainmaker."
Paul Klug joins Madison County Emergency
Management as its new program coordinator.
Dennis DeHart grows beans which grow up to
more than 30 inches.
JBS, a Brazil-based company, is in talks to
purchase Pilgrim's Pride.
Michael Dean DePriest absconds from regis-
tration as a sex offender.
The Daughters of the American Revolution
promotes Constitution Week awareness.
Four women, Sidney Ashley, Rachel Reich-
mann, Agnes Studstill and Louise Browning, were
honored for 50 years of service to the Madison
Woman's Club.
Five women donate 15 beds to the Apalachee
Center for Mental Health.


Local Pnoiograpner Wins
Statewide Award
Photo courtesy of Tudor Rose Photography
The Chainmaker.






Archie Leroy "Tubby" Terry is arrested after
being discovered in the bedroom of a 13-year-old
girl.
The body of a man is found in an area south
of Madison on Oct. 2. John D. Woods of Lakeland,
Ga. is arrested after being identified as a potential
suspect.
A house, belonging to Bobbie Phillips, is de-
stroyed by fire.
Telephone lines block part of US 90 on Satur-
day, Oct. 11.
Katlyn Watts, of Pinetta, was crowned the
ACA Homecoming Queen.
Tim McCray covers the fee for a veteran to be
able to pay county fees on a mobile home after read-
ing the veterans plight in the newspaper. McCray
said his mother's teaching led him to help the man.
The Madison County Central School Broncos
play for their conference football championship
and win in a game against Lake City Middle
School.
Jakira Moore is crowned homecoming queen
at Madison County High School.
Delma Blair registers as a sexual predator in
Madison.
A Pinetta man, Gregory Stephen Ferrell, is
critically injured in a crash on Oct. 17.
A Lee woman is critically injured, a Lee man
is seriously injured following a motorcycle crash
on Oct. 17.
Lee Library construction keeps moving
along.
The Madison City Commission opts not to
pursue a business grant for the old Presbyterian
Church.
Bart Grantham was arrested for assault with
a deadly weapon on Oct. 22.
Madison County Deputy Maurice Alexander
saves the life of a child who is locked in a running
washing machine.
Sonja Bass's number is retired by Valdosta
State University.
The Madison County School Board launches
a strategic plan for the future of Madison County
schools.
Jay Fraleigh is appointed to the board of the
Suwannee River Water Management District.
The Lee Town Council votes 3-2 to approve a
wastewater project.
Ezell Stephens and Roberto Rodriguez are ar-
rested for a home invasion.
Wayne Vickers passes the gavel of the Madi-
son County Commission to Justin Hamrick.
Florence A. Bishop of Madison is critically
injured in a wreck.
State Rep. Leonard Bembry (D-Greenville)
sponsors a bill to revert increases in license fees.
Sandra Gee is arrested for indecent expo-
sure.
Danny Williams, of Madison, is arrested for
cocaine, ecstac y and marijuana possession.
Madison County Sheriff's Cpl. Mike Maurice
seizes almost $25,000 in cash.
The Strategic Planning Committee meets for
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Melissa Burke releases a children's book, Jo-
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Julie Boyd, a renowned ventriloquist, appears
at Beulah Baptist Church.
Students from LATMA School hold a mock
constitution signing at the Madison County Court-
house.
The Lee Town Council reopens the waste-
water discussion.
A local census committee forms.
The absentee rate exceeds 15 percent as par-
ents fear the H1N1 virus.
A log truck overturns south of Lee on Sept. 1.
Jacobbi McDaniel and Chris Thompson are
expected to shine for the Florida State Seminoles in
2009.
Latoya Renee Harville, a Greenville woman, is
killed in a crash.
Travis Gallon needs help after his residence is
invaded and he is shot in the face.
Bern and Jan Smith are re-certified as forest
stewards.
Kim Barnhill participates in a flu vaccination
seminar.
A dedication ceremony is held for the historic
renovation of the Ray Charles home on Sept. 23.
Tiffany Wood wins first place in a barrel rac-
ing show.






tablish a strategy to get every child in Madison
County at above their grade's reading level in five
years.
Youth from Midway Church of God host a
carwash to raise funds to send phone cards to
troops in Afghanistan and Iraq.
School officials praise the handling of a Cen-
tral School bomb threat.
The Madison County School District and
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www.2reenepublishin2.com


Wednesday, January 20, 2010


2009 YEAR IN REVIEW


The Madison County Foundation for Excel-
lence in Education receives a $10,000 donation from
Progress Energy.
Mary Lilla Bevan Johnson dies Oct. 28, 2009.
She was 96 years old.
A child abducted from Lee United Methodist
Church is found after law officers trace the mother
who took her to Jacksonville.
Ethel Thomas passes away at age 87.
Richard Rudd of Greenville is killed in an au-
tomobile accident on Nov. 7.
The Cherry Lake boat ramp is closed.
Hansel George Bennett, Jr. and Terrance Mar-
tin register as sex offenders.
Rick Davis retires as police chief.
Karagan Hunter is awarded a scholarship.
Excel school presents a patriotic newspaper
presentation.
Pat Turner is found guilty of meth charges in
federal court.
Gianni Jackson is arrested for defrauding
Medicaid.
Rebecca Garner signs a scholarship to play
softball for Florida Atlantic University in Boca Ra-
ton.
Madison County votes to buy EMS property
for $662,000.
Nestle Waters makes a huge donation to the
Lee Public Library
State Rep. Leonard Bembry (D-Greenville)
wins the "Faith and Family" Award from the Chris-
tian Coalition.
The FDLE arrests Jack Yates of Madison for
possession of child pornography. His bond is set at
$500,000.
David Gilbert, father of Hannah Gilbert, who
was abducted from Lee United Methodist Church,





Replacements are named to the Town of Lee's
Planning and Zoning Board and Code Enforcement
Board.
Frankie Carroll resigns as Madison County
High School head football coach.
The 24th Annual Greenville Country Christ-
mas is held Dec. 11. (Photos)
A reading celebration is held at Lee Elemen-
tary School.
Pilgrim's Pride exits bankruptcy.
Brittany Davis continues to shine as a scholar
and an athlete at Santa Fe Community College.
The Masons install officers
A missing teenager is found with his father in
Orlando.
Burned remains found in Madison County on
Oct. 2 are identified as those of Travis Sauls of
Berrien County, Ga.
A structure fire burns a barn on Nov 30.
A murder victim is found on Whippoorwill
Road.
The Ernestine E. Kinsey Hall is dedicated in
Lee.
Two space stations fly over Madison.
The City of Madison expands its rejuvenation
efforts.
A fire consumes the former Metal Products


thanks Madison County for their help in her safe re-
turn.
Judge Edwin Browning is the keynote speaker
for the Veterans Day service.
Bart Alford is selected as the new School
Board chairman. Susie Bishop Williamson is select-
ed as vice-chair. (Photos)
The Koobface worm invades the Internet.
The Madison County United Way campaign
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Emergency Management hosts "Operation
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plant building.
Cheryl Archambault retires as Lee Town
Manager.
A home, occupied by Terri Green, is destroyed
by fire.
Vicki Brown announces that she will be mov-
ing to Auburn, Ala, in May 2010 with her husband,
Mike, who has accepted a job there.
Plans are made for a prayer marathon in
Madison County.
Scouting celebrates 100 years and stories from
local people about their scouting experiences are
sought by Greene Publishing, Inc.
Freddie Register retires as a Madison County
Sheriff's deputy
Bern Smith retires from the United States De-
partment of Agriculture.
Ben Ebberson, a Madison Police Department
investigator, graduates from Florida Gulf Coast
University with a degree in Criminal Justice.*
James Noland Greene dies Dec. 15 at age 24.
Sean Hart is arrested after a meth lab is dis-
covered at his home. (Photos)
Jacobbi McDaniel is named to the Freshman
All-America team.
Stephanie Reynolds is serving as Lee post-
master.


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Blaze Consumes Former Metal Plant Building


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Greene Publishing, Inc. by Tommy Greene, Dec. 23, 2009


Firefighters battle the blaze at the ITT Thompson plant.


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