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FRIDAY, JULY 5, 2019 / 14 PAGES, 2 SECTIONS • fbnewsleader.com City hires Passero Rescued from being eaten to do another plan for the waterfront JULIA ROBERTS News-Leader

In a split vote of 3-2, the Fernandina Beach City Commission opted to hire Passero Associates to conduct a study and create a proposal for suitable devel- opment of the downtown Amelia River waterfront. Vice Mayor Len Kreger and Commissioner Mike Lednovich cast the dissenting votes. Kreger Ross Kreger said he believes the city should not move forward with the Passero proposal until it receives the The commission voted in April to results of a resiliency study of the hire Wood Environmental to conduct waterfront currently underway by Wood the resiliency study for $37,500. Ross Environmental, while Commissioner voted against hiring the firm, saying Chip Ross said that plans to develop the that the city would be better served waterfront are “dead in the water” with- by “embracing a coastal engineer” and out the Passero report. that hiring the firm for the study was a Kreger said he is “not quite sure why “waste of taxpayer money.” The report we’re going to hire another engineer” from Wood Environmental will contain, because the city has paid hundreds of according to the proposal approved thousands of dollars to engineers with- by City Commission, schematic plans out any waterfront development moving for a waterfront park, plans for 60 forward. percent of the development of Front “We spent $250,000 for a storm water Street, and a proposed expansion of the report in 2015 which included sea level northern basin of the marina. That report rise,” Kreger said. “That report was is due back to the City Commission on three-inches thick. What we really got Aug. 30. COURTESY NASSAU HUMANE SOCIETY/FACEBOOK/HUMANE SOCIETY INTERNATIONAL was 11 pages of sea level rise based on “The report that’s being done by One of the dogs in a South Korean meat market. It may take time for some of the rescues brought to a 2011 internet report. In addition, yes- Wood now, by the admission of our Florida to recover from their extraordinary journey and learn to trust caregivers. All the Korean dogs at terday I got the first-tier evaluation from staff, is going to have recommendations the Nassau Humane Society are being socialized for future adoption. (the) U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for about flooding, but it’s got nothing spe- the aggregate – almost all the data that’s cific,” Ross said. “What this study with available for shoreline and sea level rise Passero is representing is an engineer- The dogs in NHS care were originally flown to Montreal, Canada and resiliency – and it will be available ing study basically telling us what our and have since been dispersed to other shelters in North America. for us, free. I’d like to concentrate on options are at the waterfront, how high what we’ve got and get something done, PAMELA BUSHNELL and then move forward.” WATERFRONT Continued on 5A News-Leader

The Nassau Humane Society wel- comed eight dogs this week into its Fernandina Beach shelter. The dogs were rescued from a meat market in South Korea by Korean animal activ- OHPA again ists and Humane Society International (HSI). With the help of the NHS, seven more Korean rescues have been trans- ported to another shelter in South questions paying Florida. The dogs range in size from 10 to 65 pounds and represent multiple breeds. They range in age from an estimated 10 months to four years old. All are being lump sum in lieu readied for adoption. “These dogs will need a week at minimum to adjust and be evaluated to see what their needs for continued Christina Sutherin, operations director at the Nassau Humane of property tax socialization and decompression will be Society, shows off one of two malamutes among eight dogs welcomed before they become available for adop- this week to the Nassau Humane Society shelter after being rescued MICHAEL MILLER tion,” said Christina Sutherin, opera- from a South Korean meat market. Ten-month-old “Francis” is learn- AND JULIA ROBERTS tions director at NHS. “Actually, I am ing to walk on a leash and take treats from staff. He is one of the News-Leader surprised how well they are already more outgoing animals in the group. “Liberty”, right, is being cared adapting. Most are already coming up for and socialized at the Nassau Humane Society shelter. The Fernandina Beach City to greet people and receive treats when Commission adopted a resolution in approached. Two have already accepted 1989 approving a request from the leashes. All of them seem to get along – the Jindo and the Nureongi, which a mainstream part of the South Korean Ocean Highway and Port Authority with other dogs.” are relatives of the Spitz – have tra- diet, its origin is traced back to antiq- to create “a Development of Regional The animals were among 200 dogs ditionally been bred for consumption, uity in isolated areas. In South Korea, Impact” on certain property at the rescued from the closing of a dog farm dog farms also contain former pets and beginning around 57 B.C. through 1392 Port of Fernandina. In exchange, the Testagrose Bach in October 2018 in the Gyeonggi-do many types of purebreds because of A.D., when Buddhism was the state city required, among other conditions, Province of South Korea. The farmer overflow from puppy mills. religion, eating beef was considered that the port pay the city a minimum of was persuaded by animal activists to The dogs currently in NHS care immoral and was eventually banned. $50,000 per year in lieu of paying prop- it had received for at least 25 years at change to more profitable herb farm- were originally flown to Montreal, Eating any form of animal life, with the erty taxes on it. That resolution states that point, had been ruled illegal by new ing since the consumption of dog meat Canada and have since been dispersed exception of seafood, was discouraged the payment should be renegotiated case law, and the issue was going to the has been in sharp decline, especially to other shelters in North America. because animal life was considered annually, but should never fall below Florida Supreme Court. The PILOT among the younger generation of South When HSI put out the word to mem- sacred. $50,000. payment was considered unconstitution- Koreans. According to a July 2017 ber societies, Sutherin and a volunteer Invading Mongols in the 14th centu- The resolution can be viewed at al at the time because the port authority survey cited by HSI, 70% of South drove from Nassau County to Delaware ry defied bans on eating meat. An eth- http://bit.ly/2xtx5f6. is not taxed by the state. In 2015 the Koreans disapproved of eating dogs, to retrieve 15 dogs destined for Florida. nic minority arrived with the Mongols OHPA commissioners are now ques- port was withholding the annual pay- but only 39% were in favor of making it “We had 16 kennels open here at who eventually assimilated into Korean tioning why the port agreed to make ment until the Supreme Court decided illegal. The Gyeonggi-do Province farm the time, so that determined the num- social structure primarily in the occu- those payments in the first place, and the case, which began with a nonprofit is among 14 such operations closed by ber of dogs we could accommodate,” pation of butchers. The government how long the port is obligated to con- housing entity in Naples. pressure from animal activists since said Sutherin. The Nassau delegation at one time charged them with the tinue the arrangement. Clyde Davis, who was the OHPA’s 2015. kept eight and drove seven of the res- task of solving the feral dog problem. According to Fernandina Beach attorney at the time, said in 2015 there After being rescued, the dogs first cued dogs half way to meet members of Dog meat, which has been described Comptroller Pauline Testagrose, the might be a way for the city to still had to undergo a month of quarantine in a South Florida shelter ready to accept as relatively tough and odorous, was city has received a total of $1,434,214 of receive the payment that is consistent South Korea. According to HSI, “All the them. considered a food source for the lower the port’s “payments in lieu of taxes” or with the law, in spite of the 2015 case dogs we have rescued have been flown Consumption of dog meat has been classes. Consumption of dog meat was PILOT payments since 1994. The annu- law and an eventual Supreme Court rul- to the U.S, U.K. and Canada because at an accepted practice in many cultures also a known survival strategy to stave al amounts have ranged from $50,000 to ing. The public purpose of the payments, present in South Korea there is insuf- across the world. In rural areas, par- off starvation during the World War II $150,000, Testagrose said, adding that Davis said in 2015, would have to be ficient widespread acceptance of dog ticularly in hard times, dogs have his- occupation of Korea by Japan. any payments made prior to 1994 are limited, and would not need to be related adoption, particularly for large-size torically been seen as expendable com- Humane Society International not easily located in city records. to a maritime purpose. The purpose of dogs. There is also a misconception modities whereas cattle were scarce reports South Korea is the only country At a December 2015 joint meeting the payments would be decided in a joint the ‘meat dogs’ are different from ‘pet and needed as work animals to pull in Asia where dogs are still routinely between the OHPA board and the City decision between the city and the port dogs:’ this is something that we hope carts or plows. It was a long-held prac- and intensively farmed for human con- Commission, City Attorney Tammi authority. to change through public education and tice throughout much of Asia includ- sumption. While the practice of eating Bach said that the $50,000 annual pay- our hundreds of adoption stories that ing South Korea, Indonesia, China, dog meat is in sharp decline among ment from the Port of Fernandina, which OHPA Continued on 5A clearly show this is not the case.” Thailand, Vietnam and the Philippines. While two breeds of Korean dog Although eating dog meat was never DOGS Continued on 3A

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NL Friday 07.05.indd 1 7/3/19 5:44 PM 2A FRIDAY, JULY 5, 2019 NEWS News-Leader AMP OPENS ‘HOTEL’ OBITUARIES Florida CFO to help Larry Joe Duffield dedicate Dayspring Larry Joe Duffield passed friends. away June 7, 2019 at his home A celebra- on Amelia Island, Fla. sur- tion of Larry’s Senior Living rounded by family and friends. life will be held He was born July 24, 1950 in at 6:30 p.m. Florida Chief Financial 2016,” Douglas Adkins, CEO at Russellville, Ark. July 9, 2019 in Officer Jimmy Patronis will be Dayspring Senior Living, said in He was preceded in death the Burgess the guest speaker Tuesday, the release. by his father, Billy Joe Duffield. Chapel at July 9, at the building dedication “The growth in liability Larry leaves behind his Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors. ceremony for Dayspring Senior insurance rates in the last year mother; his sister, Linda Memorials may be made in Living, located at 553600 U.S. 1 has impacted cost of care for (Dennis) Duffield; brother, Larry’s honor to the Florida in Hilliard, according to a news many of Florida’s senior living Randy (Kathy) Duffield; nieces, Sheriffs Youth Ranch at youth- release. This family-friendly communities and will be one of Melissa Hampton, Brittany and ranches.org or Florida Sheriffs event will run from 10:30 a.m. the biggest challenges aimed at Ally Hill; and nephew, Blake Youth Ranches, P.O. Box 2000, to noon and is open to the pub- keeping care affordable. CFO (Leslie) Duffield and their chil- Boys Ranch, FL 32064. lic. The facility will be serving Jimmy Patronis is a family man dren, Amelia and Garrett. He Share your memories and free food, and Hupp Huppman and business owner and under- also leaves behind several other condolences at oxleyheard.com. will provide entertainment. stands the hard realities facing extended family members and Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors “Florida’s working middle- Floridians at this important STEVE LEIMBERG/SPECIAL class families are now strug- time, and we are hopeful he will Vernita Edwards Beginning tonight, Amelia Musical Playhouse will take gling with the silver tsunami be able to help us understand audiences back to the 1920s at the picturesque Grand that is washing ashore in the and draw attention to the need The funeral service for Vernita Edwards will Hotel in Berlin. The musical follows the stories of six form of dementia. The growing for greater attention to the need be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 6, 2019 at the guests who check into the Hotel and experience fun, crisis is now a front and center for affordable liability insurance First Missionary Baptist Church, located at 20 romance, adventure, and tragedy. The show features conversation in almost every for senior living,” Adkins said. S. Ninth St. in Fernandina Beach. The visita- extravagant dance numbers and “is going to be a show you neighborhood, church, and fam- Patronis will be available tion will be 5-7 p.m. Friday, July 5, 2019 at the will not want to miss!” Show times are at 7:30 p.m. tonight, ily. The need to ensure access to meet attendees during the church. Interment will be in Hilliard Community Saturday, and July 11-13 and at 5 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are to affordable senior living event. Cemetery. available by visiting the box office at 1955 Island Walkway has been at the core of our mis- To RSVP, contact trupti@ Please sign the family guest book and view a in Fernandina Beach, by calling 277-3455, or by going sion since we opened the senior dayspringvillage.org or call video tribute at tswarden.com. online to ameliamusicalplayhouse.com. living campus in November 675-9181. Funerals By T.S. Warden Patricia A. Mandish Patricia “Pat” A. Mandish, and Eleanor 81, of Fernandina Beach, Fla., Hanlon; a WEEKLY UPDATE passed away Friday, June 28, son, William 2019 at Community Hospice & Mandish Jr.; Palliative Care’s Warner Center her brother, Volunteers needed today to clean native Floridian, she is a graduate of the needed. for Caring in Fernandina Beach, Peter Hanlon; University of Florida and a driven-to-win The Board of County Commissioners Fla. She was surrounded by and her one beaches of debris, fireworks distance runner who has traversed the formed the group, consisting of County those she loved and was loved true love, Volunteers are needed 8-10 a.m. globe competing in marathon races in Manager and Attorney Michael S. by. William Mandish. Friday at any Amelia Island public Boston, Chicago, New York, Tokyo, Berlin Mullin, Assistant County Manager Taco Pat was born October 24, Patricia is survived by her beach to help clean up and remove and London. Her business success began Pope, Facilities Maintenance Director 1937 in Watertown, N.Y. to five daughters, Kathlene Whyte fireworks and debris from the beach in the field of manufacturing. After gradu- Doug Podiak, Amelia Island Tourist Joseph Andrew and Eleanor of Yulee, Fla. and her husband, before being washed into the ocean. ating college, DiBella founded her own Development Council Executive Director May (Montague) Hanlon. She Michael, Julia Matthews of Register online at keepnassaubeautiful. real estate company representing Fortune Gil Langley, Butch Osbourne of the graduated from Massena High Tampa and her husband, Jamie, org/news-and-events. Select one of the 500 companies. In 2014, she began her Nassau County Sheriff’s Office, and ex- School in 1956. That same year, Erin Pozzetta of Fernandina beach access points: North Beach, Main role with the NCEDB, achieving unprec- officio members Mac Morriss and Lowell she married William Mandish of Beach and her husband, James, Beach, Seaside/Sadler, Peters Point, and edented success in local, regional, and Hall, to review current beach-related ordi- Massena, with whom she would Katherine Williams of Albany, American Beach. Site captains from Keep international company recruitment and nances and use of the beach and make go on to raise six children. She Ga. and her husband, Adam, Nassau Beautiful, Kayak Amelia, Amelia company expansion efforts. These efforts recommendations to the BOCC regarding would eventually move her fam- and Mary Margaret “Maggie” Island Beach & Marine Life Conservancy, brought hundreds of clean, high-wage any amendments to beach ordinances in ily to Tampa, Fla., where she Mandish of Yulee; two sis- Eight Flags Jeep Club, and Beach Junki jobs to Nassau County as well as exten- relation to beach use. would attend both undergradu- ters and three brothers, Mary will be available to provide gloves, trash sive capital investment. ate and graduate school at the Hanlon of Yulee, Susan Valenti grabbers, trash bags/buckets. Volunteers Blood drive coming in late July University of South Florida. By of Yulee, Joseph Hanlon of should bring sunscreen and water if AHEC offers free tobacco class St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Mission 1974, she had earned two mas- Tampa, Michael Hanlon of North desired. This is a youth-friendly event. For Quitting tobacco can be hard. at 86000 St. Francis Way in Yulee will ter’s degrees, one in Haitian Carolina; 10 grandchildren, information, contact 261-0165 or knb@ Northeast Florida AHEC’s Tobacco be holding a blood drive 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. history and another in educa- Christopher Mandish, Natalie keepnassaubeautiful.org. Cessation program can help. Attend a Sunday, July 28. All donors will receive tional leadership. She taught Mandish, Amber Faircloth, free Tools to Quit class 10 a.m. to noon a free OneBlood cooler and a wellness school throughout Hillsborough Nicole Solomon, Nathan Legion seeking blood donors Wednesday, July 10, at the Barnabas checkup including blood pressure, tem- County, especially enjoying Mandish, Noelle Mandish, U.S. American Legion Post 54 will spon- Center in Callahan, located at 45021 perature, iron count, pulse and cholesterol her middle school experience. Army Spc. Nicholas Matthews, sor a blood drive Saturday from 9 Third Ave. Free patches, lozenges, and screening! To sign up online, visit one- In 1985, she purchased a large Noah Matthews, Maximillian a.m. to 1 p.m. at the farmers market in gum will be available, as well as a free blooddonor.org and use sponsor code parcel of land in Dade City, Pozzetta, and Malcolm Pozzetta; Fernandina Beach. All donors will receive quit plan, workbook, water bottle, stress “34851.” Walk-in are also welcome. where she started the next sea- and many great grandchildren. a OneBlood cooler, free ice cream, and ball and more. Call Northeast Florida son of her life raising a variety A celebration of life will be a wellness checkup including blood pres- AHEC at (904) 482-0189 to register and Want to know more about NCSO? of animals. In 2000, she would held at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 6, sure, temperature, iron count, pulse and learn about classes near you. The Nassau County Sheriff’s Citizens move to Amelia Island and sepa- 2019 at her residence, 107 S. cholesterol screening. All donors will also Academy is now taking applications from rate in marriage from William. 18th St., Fernandina Beach. receive a BOGO admission coupon to the FRWN to help with needs of county residents who would like to attend However, they would remain Memorials may be made Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens. Trees for Ameica’s Troops a nine-week class to learn more about close friends until his death in to Community Hospice & the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office. The 2017. Palliative Care’s Warner Center Ostomy group to meet Monday A Federated Republican Women of Citizens Academy will provide a transpar- She was preceded in for Caring in Fernandina Beach, The Amelia Island Ostomy Support Nassau luncheon and meeting will be ent look at what the NCSO does in detail death by her parents, Joseph Fla. Group will hold its monthly meeting at held at 11 a.m. Friday, July 12. This will and dispel misconceptions of how the 6:30 p.m. Monday, July 8, in conference be a special event – “Christmas in July” – Sheriff’s Office operates by explaining rooms 3 and 4 off the lobby in the UF featuring Judi Mixon Brown, president of procedures and why the agency functions DEATH NOTICES Health North Hospital building. Directional Trees for America’s Troops. FRWN mem- the way it does. The Citizens Academy signs will be posted. Co-led by certified bers and guests will be stuffing stockings meets Thursday nights with one week’s Dolores J. Sexton, 90, of Fernandina Beach, Fla., passed away ostomy nurse Lynn Oaks, the meeting will for U.S. military men and women and their class being on a Saturday morning so Tuesday, July 2, 2019. provide opportunities to ask questions, canines. Bring items such as prepack- residents can see what NCSO does. Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors share experiences, and learn about medi- aged snacks and foods, personal hygiene Contact Larry Boatwright at lboatwright@ Patricia Traeye, 76, of Fernandina Beach, Fla., passed away cal products in a supportive environment. items, chewing gum, and dog toys (no nassauso.com or 548-4027 to learn more. Monday, July 1, 2019. All those with ostomies, their families, home-cooked items). Signed cards are Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors professionals, or anyone facing ostomy also appreciated. A list of items and more Police Auxiliary needs volunteers surgery are welcome to attend. UF Health info can be found at treesforamericas- The Fernandina Beach Police Auxiliary is located on Max Leggett Parkway, east troops.org. The event will be held at the Corps is seeking volunteers who can of the airport exit of I-95, just beyond the Fernandina Beach Golf Club, 2800 Bill assist police as well as citizens in sup- River City shopping area. Melton Road. Reserve your service day port of a wide variety of special events La FLora Mission fun and lunch at [email protected] and community activities. Among these ABWA hosting DiBella Tuesday or call 624-0255 by July 9. Registered are traffic control for the local schools, CREMATORIUM The ABWA Eight Flags Charter Republican voters may attend as mem- visiting senior citizens who are living at Chapter will hold its monthly meeting bers or guest and are welcome to join. home (Safe in Place/ SIP), events such Tuesday, July 9, at The Lakeside, Amelia as Shrimp Festival, Sounds on Center, Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034 Island Parkway, Fernandina Beach. County announces meeting dates parades, races, and numerous charitable (904) 261-3644 Networking will begin at 5:30 p.m., and for its beach Working Group events. Many of these involve street clo- the program begins at 6 p.m. Cost is $15 sures with resultant traffic and pedestrian Nassau County’s Only for members and $20 for non-members. The Nassau County Beach Community control issues. RSVP to [email protected] Working Group’s meetings will take place Volunteers enjoy what they do and get Crematorium is requested. The guest speaker will be in the Commission Chambers at 96135 a chance to meet others as well. Training Laura DiBella, executive director of the Nassau Place in Yulee on the following is provided for all volunteers so that you Nassau County Economic Development dates and times: will feel comfortable in your assignments. 511 Ash Street, Board and port director for the Ocean • Monday, July 15, at 5:30 p.m. If interested in joining, applications are Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Highway and Port Authority. DiBella • Wednesday, July 24, at 5:30 p.m. available at the Police Department at (904) 261-3696 Fax 261-3698 is an inspired business leader who • Thursday, Aug. 1, at 5:30 p.m. 1525 Lime St. in Fernandina Beach and has accomplished great successes. 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NL Friday 07.05.indd 2 7/3/19 5:10 PM FRIDAY, JULY 5, 2019 NEWS News-Leader 3A Building dedication honors ‘Junior’ Boatright KATHIE COLGROVE held outside in a grassy area near would be so elated. Our family Community Newpapers the new signage. He recalled is so humbled by this recogni- Boatright’s down-to-earth tion of him. And more than likely, Walter “Junior” Boatright’s approach to government, saying, he would probably be saying, ‘I name lives on in Callahan “Junior always told me, ‘You’re don’t know what the big deal is, through family and now a county not going to please everybody, ’cause I’m just a normal person building. but just do what you believe is like everybody else.’” The county building on right and you’ll be OK.’” She added, “So we truly love Mickler Street was changed to Boatright gave him an hon- everyone and the outpouring of the Walter “Junior” Boatright est opinion about how to handle all friends and political officials. County Building June 27 during matters. He loved his county and he defi- a commemoration service punc- “And I’ve always appreciated nitely represented his county and tuated with humorous anecdotes him for that,” Taylor said. “And he loved the West Side.” about the late Nassau County the best part about Junior, every Jeremy Boatright recalled commissioner. The county com- time you saw him, he was smil- how his dad embraced his role KATHIE COLGROVE/SPECIAL mission approved the renaming ing or laughing or cutting up or as commissioner. Widow Tonya Boatright and family pose after the ceremony that changed the Callahan of the building in his memory picking on somebody. It’s who “He felt very strongly about County Building’s name to the Walter “Junior” Boatright County Building June 27. He June 14. he was. He truly enjoyed life. the title of being a public ser- died Dec. 12. Boatright died Dec. 12 after And we all miss him. He’s truly vant,” he said. “He took pride battling health issues. missed. I just want to tell Tonya, in it. And he wanted to lead by He served as the District 5 Jeremy (and) Steven, thank you example, so this right here is a Shuckers.’ Thank you again. We “Junior had an uncanny ability a quip about the judicial complex representative for eight years, for sharing Junior with this com- testament to how he conducted appreciate it and we looking for- to discern insights into others,” in Yulee that bears his name. starting Nov. 18, 2008. During munity and allowing us to rec- his life and how he handled him- ward to seeing this for years to Foster said. “As he looks down on this his high school years at West ognize his service by dedicating self as a true public servant, come.” “He was a great judge of char- building, (I) ask him to look east Nassau, Boatright played football this building.” so we are again humbled and Retired Nassau County acter. He would leave meetings to Yulee, to the judicial center, for the Warriors. The 1977 grad Tonya Boatright spoke of appreciative. And I know he’s Administrative Judge Robert and he would say, ‘That guy was my building, and with definite served as a sports announcer for how her husband would have probably smiling and laugh- Foster read a list of “Juniorisms” as happy as if he had good sense. proof, I can finally tell him, ‘See, his alma mater for many years. responded to the fanfare. ing and probably thinking, ‘You he heard Boatright express He thinks the sun comes out I told you mine was bigger.’ God Current District 5 County “It’s such an honor, such an guys are idiots for standing out through the years. just to hear him crow. The porch bless you, Junior; you live in our Commissioner Justin Taylor overwhelming, emotional day,” here in this heat. Let’s get out The pair often lunched light’s on, but no one’s there.’” hearts every day. We love you. opened the ceremony, which was she told the Record. “Junior and let’s go have a drink at together at Shuckers in Yulee. Foster closed his tribute with We love your family.”

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NL Friday 07.05.indd 3 7/3/19 5:07 PM 4A Friday, July 5, 2019 NEWS News-Leader America at 243 years FWC seeks input from ow often have we doctors in a What about the less fortu- heard “What would distant fifth nate? Many headed west and the Founding Fathers place. faced the rough conditions and private Fla. landowners think?” A search back The big lawlessness. In those days, H The Florida Fish and Wildlife encouraged to take part in the to 1776 and the environment asterisk was a few hundred miles was the proved interesting. By 1776, the a thriving west. The strong survived and Conservation Commission is survey to provide the FWC colonies had been in existence middle class. pushed the young country’s new conducting a survey of Florida’s insights into landowner prefer- for 150 years. The population Tradesman, boundaries, like early explorers private landowners across the ences and priorities. Results was 2.5 million as compared to shop owners, who sailed to our shores pushed state. from the survey will help England at 6 million. farmers, arti- to a new continent. So far, more than 1,250 land- improve educational materi- A Wall Street Journal article KEFFER’S san, tailors, Some takeaways: High owners have responded. If you als, services and programs that from July 2012 by Thomas CORNER and others incomes, low taxes, a prosper- own land in Florida and would benefit landowners, and fish and Fleming is where I sourced lived well. ous middle class, diversity, and like to participate, visit survey- wildlife habitat across the state. much of the data, starting with They could heavy self-reliance worked in a monkey.com/r/JFJB9S6. To learn more about the the fact that America had the Rick Keffer afford private colonial setting 240 years ago. The survey is an important FWC’s Landowner Assistance highest per capital income with education, What would the Declaration of tool for the FWC to understand Program, visit http://bit. the lowest taxes in the civilized fine clothing, nice carriages, and Independence signers have to private landowner perspectives ly/2JnPf7f. world. If nothing else followed trappings associated with wealth say to us today? Something for and decisions around fish and To see the results of past that statement, it would be today. you to opine. I think they would wildlife and natural resource surveys, visit MyFWC.com/ enough to digest that 150 years Sixty percent of Americans be proud to an extent and baffled conservation. Landowners are LAP. of largely personal initiative had were English in 1776. The equally. paid dividends. remaining were German, Irish, Within 100 years of our There was a degree of Danish, Scottish, Swedish and famous Declaration, 200 similar income inequality, as with every African. documents were produced by country in history. The top 10% There was an information other nations and peoples. Bold of Northerners controlled 45% highway called the Atlantic action starts with unwavering Deadlines approach for of the wealth. The top 10% of Ocean. Books, magazines, commitment. Our forefathers Southerners controlled 75% of and newspapers linked the sure had it and we could use a the wealth. The most profitable continents. The business of healthy dose today. occupations were big agricul- the British Parliament and its Our first grandchild, Averett Hurricane Irma program ture (plantation owners like debates were part of the infor- William Schmidt, arrived healthy George Washington), merchants mation flow. Could that have Monday, July 1. First and middle A funding program for assist Irma survivors still in It is called the Hurricane Irma like John Hancock and Phillip influenced the scrappy colonists names have family history hon- Hurricane Irma survivors still need of recovery, but the dead- Financial Assistance program or Morris, lawyers, tavern own- that it was time to break from oring both sides. Hollie and I are recovering from the storm will lines for this funding program are HIFA. ers at 1,000 pounds a year, and England? blessed. Have a good week. expire soon, according to a news quickly expiring. The deadline In order to determine eligi- release. Hurricane Irma was the for Complex Assistance is July bility, Nassau County residents fifth most expensive hurricane 23, and the deadline for Basic need to contact Nassau P3 at to hit the United States main- Assistance is August 31. (904) 798-0488 or Endeavors at land, according to the National Nassau P3 is a public-private (904) 610-4842. A case manager Hurricane Center. Property partnership based on a “whole will be assigned to the household Dollar Thrifty claims due by Sunday damage within Nassau County community approach” devel- and will work with the individuals was estimated to be more than oped by the Federal Emergency through the entire process. Once Attorney General Ashley Moody is remind- customers who may have been $15.4 million. There were 3,057 Management Agency and a local needs are assessed and informa- ing drivers that the deadline to submit claims for improperly charged between Jan. property owners in Nassau nonprofit of the public, private, tion gathered, an application is refunds in connection to a settlement with Dollar 1, 2011 and Jan. 7, 2019 may file County that reported damage, faith-based, and non-profit sec- completed and the case manager Thrifty Automotive Group Inc. is approaching, a claim for a refund. Refunds are with $5,151 being the average tors in Nassau County. While will award funds. Checks are pro- according to a news release. limited to the first rental trans- cost per household. building partnerships throughout cessed and received within 2-4 Moody is encouraging anyone who may have action that fees or charges were “Almost two years later the whole community, the goal weeks. been improperly charged toll-related and PlatePass assessed. and some residents are still in of NP3 is to build individual and In addition, to assist with fees to file a refund claim right away. The claims Eligibility for the toll-related need of immediate assistance. community resiliency before, recovery, NP3 is soliciting bids process stems from a court-enforceable settlement fees and/or PlatePass charges What was once a leaky roof during, and after a disaster. from local contractors. These agreement between the Attorney General’s Office Moody generally include: has evolved into a catastrophic, Nassau P3 has partnered with contractors will not be volun- and Dollar Thrifty. • A billing error; costly home reconstruction proj- Endeavors and Nassau County teers and will be compensated. “Drivers affected by these practices, who • The consumer being misled ect. These families still in need Emergency Management in Local contractors that work and haven’t filed a claim already, should do so this or lied to; or of recovery are our community order to identify residents reside within the community week. The claim form is short and easy to com- • The consumer not knowing about the fees members that either didn’t have who are still recovering from should call (904) 798-0488 for plete. It can be mailed or emailed, but it must be or charges. access to recovery resources, Hurricane Irma. The Red Cross more information. submitted by July 7 of this year to be eligible,” Consumers who filed complaints with the or didn’t know where to look has approved $359,000, so far, Anyone in need of assistance Moody said in the release. Attorney General’s Office, the Better Business for recovery resources. That is for Nassau County residents from a disaster or interested in Consumers can access the claim form at http:// Bureau, the Federal Trade Commission, and the why Nassau P3-Public Private through completely donated partnering with Nassau P3, call bit.ly/2LytuEx. Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Partnership has been developing funds. These donated funds have (04) 798-0488 or email annie. To date, the Florida Attorney General’s Office Services do not need to file another claim. in our county for 5 years,” the come from all over the coun- [email protected]. has received more than 280 claims in connection Previously filed complaints are already being con- release says. try, but are given specifically “This funding is very rapidly with the settlement. Eligible Dollar or Thrifty sidered for a refund. Nassau P3 has worked to for Hurricane Irma survivors. retiring,” the release states.

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Commission meeting that she’s OHPA Continued from 1A aware OHPA commissioners In 2017, after the Florida are again questioning the port’s Supreme Court ruled that PILOT obligation to pay the PILOT fee payments are indeed constitu- to the city. “I don’t see any- tional, OHPA commissioners where (that) this Development voted unanimously to approve of Regional Impact expires after a joint written request paying 30 years,” Bach said, adding the city of Fernandina Beach the that she is working with OHPA $50,000 PILOT payment for fis- Attorney Jeb Branham to under- cal year 2016-17, and during a stand and resolve the concerns May 10, 2017 meeting in Hilliard, of the OHPA. the OHPA approved PILOT pay- Branham told the News- ments to the city for fiscal years Leader in multiple emails this 2014-15 and 2015-16, according week that the question of wheth- to the body’s May 2017 meeting er the port authority agreed to minutes. make PILOT payments in per- “A Payment in Lieu Of petuity was also brought up by Taxes is found in the DRI, the previous OHPA board members. Development of Regional Impact, Branham said PILOT payments agreement that was signed when are ordinarily imposed through the port was first developed, and a two-party contract, while the it’s an obligation that the port port’s PILOT payments were JULIA ROBERTS/NEWS-LEADER authority has to pay to the city imposed by a city resolution. The Port of Fernandina has plans to expand its operations which will likely increase truck traffic in the surrounding of Fernandina Beach,” Davis said “Resolutions are usually neighborhoods. Ocean Highway and Port Authority Board Chairman Robert Sturgess said it is the responsibility of the in an interview before the 2017 single-party statements of a leg- Fernandina Beach Police Department to enforce traffic laws around the port. However, he still receives complaints from meeting. “One of (the) Florida islative body’s actions or intent,” people living in the area about traffic and litter violations by truck drivers, he said. appellate courts had ruled that Branham said. “In other words, PILOT payments were uncon- resolutions ordinarily bind the stitutional. If the payments are entity adopting them, not third Branham said. “Ordinarily, such sioners don’t know why the port be used by the city and does not I don’t know what it is being used illegal, then obviously as a gov- parties.” a payment could be enforced in agreed in 1989 to make the pay- know how the city currently for.” ernment entity we can’t make Branham also said the state perpetuity only if OHPA took a ments. spends the money. Sturgess said he feels city illegal payments, and so we had statute that governs DRIs limits legislative action to accept the “We are trying to go back to “I have neighbors that call me officials have been exhibiting to suspend those payments,” he a city’s ability to impose condi- obligation. So far, I have not seen the beginning to find out why the and complain about truck traf- “some hostility” toward the explained. “Then, the (Florida) tions that require developers to any indication this occurred. payments started and if that rea- fic around the port,” Sturgess OHPA recently. “Some on the Supreme Court just recently contribute or pay for land acquisi- Even if it did, questions remain son still exists,” Sturgess said. said. “The Fernandina Beach commission are attacking the ruled that ‘No, that’s a mis- tion or construction of expansion about whether the resolution “We are tax exempt, so I don’t Police Department is supposed port’s very existence, but fair take. They (PILOT payments) of public facilities. payments complied with the know why we would be making to enforce traffic (laws) around is fair, and we want to be fair,” are legal,’ and so we went back “It is unusual, and in some restrictions imposed on such those payments, except from the port. I always presumed Sturgess said. “We are trying to and paid those (payments) that cases illegal, for a city to impose payments by the DRI statute.” kindness.” the payments were for the money untie the knot and find out what had accrued since the appellate a perpetual payment obligation OHPA Chairman Robert Sturgess also said he is the city has to spend in order for we can in order to make the best court’s rule.” on a developer via a unilateral Sturgess told the News-Leader unaware of any stipulations about the port to be there. If it’s not decisions going forward.” Bach said at a recent City resolution approving a DRI,” that the current OHPA commis- how the PILOT payments should being used for law enforcement, [email protected]

points along the waterfront. Ross to the proposal, assess exist- pavement management analysis airport’s fuel farm; • Approved an amendment WATERFRONT said that he had studied that data ing conditions at the waterfront performed by IMS Infrastructure • Approved an amendment to to the Land Development Code Continued from 1A but that it does not give any plans including facilities, structure, Management Services; the city’s conservation ordinance regarding airport design stan- it’s going to be. It goes from the of how to move forward based on topography, and drainage sys- • Approved a facilities to require a referendum in the dards; and port to the (Rayonier Advanced those levels. tems; assign development goals; use agreement with Driving general election for the sale or • Approved an amendment to Materials) mill. This is essential “There is no other study out review and present three shore- Dynamics, Inc., for use of a closed lease of city-owned conservation the city’s pay and classification to moving forward on the water- there right now that is going to line stabilization techniques; runway at the Fernandina Beach land; plan. front. Without this step, we can answer the specific question – communicate the plan to the Municipal Airport for defensive do nothing else. We are dead in what do we do with the shore- city and residents with graphic driver training; the water.” line?” Ross said. “The study, as plans and technical reports; and, • Approved a change order for Lednovich said City Manager they propose, will give us three optionally, create a funding plan. services by Brance Diversified Dale Martin is expected to pres- options. ... This is the next neces- Passero’s proposal says it will relating to a dock at the marina ent the commission with a water- sary step before we do anything analyze subsidence issues, storm that will not result in any change front project plan next month else. They are willing to do this water backflow prevention, and in project cost; TM and hiring a consultant before and have it done in seven months. risk analysis. The firm’s proposal • Approved a proposal from the commission hears that plan If we do not do this study, then also says it will perform all the Asphalt Paving Systems, Inc., is “putting the cart before the there is no point in even talk- work for $223,000. in the amount of $348,513 for horse.” ing about our waterfront park. In other business, the com- micro-surfacing some streets in “The city manager said he Without having this key piece of mission: the Lakewood neighborhood; Come experience “La Dolce Vita!” can’t come up with a plan unless information – what to do with the • Approved, on a third and • Approved an amend- he knows what the shoreline is,” shoreline, whether it’s a living final reading, the city’s Human ment to a proposal from Swagit Ross responded. “Wood is not shoreline or bulkhead or what- Relations ordinance that expands Productions for live streaming Steak, Lobster, and Crab Cakes going to come up with a plan for ever – that has to be taken care anti-discrimination practices services of city meetings that that shoreline. What we are doing of first.” beyond state and federal stan- adds a total of about $60,000 in Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner is pushing this down the road, The proposal from Passero dards to all businesses within one-time charges for various Wed 9AM - 4PM • Thurs-Sun 9AM to close which is unclear. Where do we says the company will work with the city limits with certain hardware and software; know what the elevation is? I’ve a team including local engineer- exceptions, such as businesses • Approved a proposal • seen no study that shows that.” ing consulting firms Dewberry, with less than 15 employees and from Passero Associates in the 300 Ash Street 904-310-3779 Kreger said that data is avail- Structural Engineers, and OTAK religious organizations. amount of $40,000 for design pozzicoffeeandwinebar.com able, with sea levels at different Group. The team will, according • Heard an report about a and bid services related to the

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NL Friday 07.05.indd 5 7/3/19 4:45 PM 6A Friday, July 5, 2019 OPINION News-Leader VOICE OF THE PEOPLE The News-Leader is published with pride weekly for the people of Nassau County by Community Newspapers, Inc., Athens, Georgia. We believe I am hopeful that the commissioners respect the com- that strong newspapers build strong communi- Hope for total rejection munity’s overwhelming opposition to this project. To be ties – “Newspapers get things done!” Our primary Having been a one time resident of Amelia Island who certain, you do not want this Chamber’s (or any other’s) goal is to publish distinguished and profitable community-oriented newspapers. This mission has close friends there going back over 40 years, I certainly legacy to be that all future sunsets are accompanied by a F l o r i d a ’ s O l d e s t W e e k l y will be accomplished through the teamwork of hope that the project proposed for the Fernandina Beach motor overtone, or, while crossing the Shave Bridge to N e w s p a p e r E s t a b l i s h e d i n 1854 professionals dedicated to the truth, integrity, Airport site will be rejected in totality by local governing come onto the island, all the driver will see to the south quality and hard work. authorities. There is virtually unanimous consensus that is the equivalent of major sports stadium. Those inbound Editorial Board Foy R. Maloy, Publisher noise pollution generated by aviation and motor sports have visitors/residents) will remark, “Did we miss a turn? How Foy R. Maloy Peg Davis, Editor a detrimental effect on the physical and mental health of much farther? This can’t be Amelia Island/home.” [email protected] those living within close proximity to such sites, along with Roger Nordlinger Angeline Mudd, Peg Davis a decline in home values, if one is even able to find a buyer Acworth, Ga. Business Office Manager [email protected] for a home near such a site. Amelia Island and Fernandina Robert Fiege, Production Director Beach have thus far managed to achieve some success in The views expressed by the columnists and Beth Jones, Sports Editor preserving their natural beauty and historic character. The Willing regulation forward letter writers on this page are their own and Michael Miller, Copy Editor project is not worth the certainty of the aforementioned haz- It has been concerning recently to watch some of the do not necessarily reflect the views of the John Gaddy, Circulation Director newspaper, its owners or employees. ards that cannot be remediated or reversed. Homeowners developments coming out of the City Hall. Several years should not have to bear the insidious long-term health and ago I remember a marketing campaign on Amelia Island. Tom Wood Dink NeSmith economic costs of such a nefarious vision and development. Banners went up on polls down 8th Street to promote the Chairman President The project would amount to a form of privatized taxation of island to tourists. In particular, I recall one banner that their wealth via the decline in quality of life and home values. referred to Amelia Island as “unspoiled.” Rob Dame Amelia Island is beautiful, for now. Unspoiled is not a Asheville, N.C. term, however, I would have associated with the state of the island – even at that time. In that spirit though – Amelia Island does have something unique all the same. The same Research on motorsport parks unique thing that brings tourists and keeps locals happy Citizens get fired up Mr. Mayor, Commissioners, and City Manager, thank throughout the year – not only the beaches, but just as you for reading this submission. To date there have been importantly the way in which we conduct access to those assau County residents did munity. The auto- several themes discussed in opposition to the subject of beaches. Legislatively, recent history has come to represent not have to wait until the centric theme of the Amelia River Resort. The intent of this letter is to provide a time of extensive change and evolution of Fernandina and Fourth of July to experience project revved up context to the proposed setting and introduce the topic of Amelia Island’s most prized asset. Nfireworks this year – we have the passions of resi- light pollution. There are beaches all through Florida though – so what had plenty in our area. And these fire- dents living near it, Noise. To be clear, these vehicles (cars, trucks, motor- really makes the beach special here isn’t just the sand. It works are hardly fizzling. fearful the anticipat- cycles, etc.) are designed to be loud and distinctive. Sound is the environment in which our beaches (a majority of The display has varied by type, ed noise and activ- is a critical component, often a signature of motorized equip- them anyway) are not covered with signs and restrictions timing, tumult. The biggest explo- ity would endanger ment, and is of high interest to car enthusiasts. This is that detract from the simple beauty that exists by simply sion has been between the county their tranquility. evidenced by the award of the Borla Trophy at the 2019 having them there and easily available to all who wish to and the Rayonier-led development at Still, another Concours d’Elegance recognizing the Best Sound on the treasure them. You bring your family to the beach and park – Wildlight. This dispute has evolved STEVE’S proposed develop- Field (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=suSUqpQhZj0). either on the beach or off - and enjoy the open space unen- into a contentious lawsuit. Not to be MARKET ment on the south Location and Operation. To support the context of proper cumbered by all the regulations that exist simply for you to outshined, Fernandina Beach resi- PLACE end of Amelia Island siting, the Porsche Driving Experience, built in 2015 at use it; unencumbered by running back to a parking meter dents have mounted vigorous chal- has not gotten far the former Ford Hapeville plant, is between the runway of to ensure you have enough money to park, and that you lenges over several much-publicized enough to generate Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport and I-75, are paid for the correct amount of time lest the city come developments. Steve Nicklas much opposition, which is 12 lanes wide. around and fine you for not properly funding their parking And we are not near any grand cli- but homeowners This facility’s web page opens with the tagline “It’s apparatus. max. The disputes and lawsuits fester, are waiting and watching. Also on the About to Get Loud.” The Porsche track is 1.6 miles (versus In recent history House Bill 631 has encroached state- to the detriment of the community. south end, Amelia Island Plantation the proposed 2.3 miles) and supports street-legal vehicles wide on public beach access rights, local discussions The lawsuit between the county and residents appear to have settled a law- including a Porsche GT3 that delivered 197 mph. BMW have ranged from regulating the public’s ability to park Rayonier presents the most detriment. suit with the Omni hotel group over operates a similar operation adjacent to I-85 in a rural area on the beach to an out-right ban on beach parking combined Rayonier is the biggest landowner the status of the Ocean Links Golf outside of Spartanburg, S.C. with a tax to park near it. Add to that the recent conversa- here and our most vital corporate Course. Atlanta Motorsports Park (AMP) is also a representa- tion about pursuing a study to impose an additional toll partner. There is still other friction in the tion of the proposed facility. Mr. Leggett enlisted the sup- to even enter the island, and you have to begin wonder- The lawsuit has taken several community over beach access and port of Mr. Porter, CEO of AMP, to speak during the June ing: Who is willing this forward? I can certainly tell you, twists, and negotiations have stalled. It the city marina – and other impact- 18 meeting. This facility is located in rural north Georgia. it isn’t the great majority of residents in the city or the looks like a judge will decide who pays ful developments. It’s a prevailing The nearest name brand hotels are approximately 10 miles county. for what in the expansive Wildlight theme of local residents desperately away (roughly the distance to I-95 from the proposed site This does not make the island more livable, would make neighborhood. There are big price tags holding onto their serene lifestyles as on Amelia Island). AMP opens every day of the week at 9 negligible enhancements to public safety and would in fact in this battle. big-money developers come noisily a.m., promotes three-to-seven cars on the track at a time, systematically disassemble much of what makes Amelia Residents have felt a whirlwind of calling. and passing is allowed. It is 2.0 miles long. Visit https:// Island different and appealing to begin with – what makes emotions, from fear to anger and then Enjoy the Fourth of July week- atlantamotorsportspark.com/about/circuits/ for a visualiza- it special. It would discourage visitors, and possibly as an rage. The city and county govern- end and the spectacular fireworks tion of the setting, activities, and other relevant information. unintended consequence – damage the local economy where ments have faced momentous opposi- all around the county. You deserve a Light Pollution. A topic critical to all aspects of the natu- the service industry is a major employer. tion, preoccupying them. In the city, much-needed break from the political ral environment is light pollution. A 175-person hotel, park- Government can always find a way to increase its own one development is blocked by a court fireworks, for a day anyway. ing, 2.3-mile road course, kart track, supporting garages and income, in order to pay for more of the bureaucracy it is challenge and another is setting up for Steve Nicklas is a financial adviser facilities will require significant lighting (some certainly creating by raising those funds to begin with. The answer one, according to reports. for a U.S. brokerage firm who lives 24/7). Night activities (and the associated revenue) would is to not mimic other beach communities but to put the dis- The Amelia Bluff subdivision on and works on Amelia Island. He is be integral to the operation of Amelia River Resort. cussion of fundamentally changing or destroying our public Citrona Drive started the cascade of also an award-winning columnist. Even if cars are not racing, the track would be lighted. beach access model to rest. saber rattling. A legal challenge by His columns appear regularly in sev- A thrill for all car enthusiasts is to see, hear, and feel the I commend the city commissioners who are working to several citizens groups stopped further eral newspapers in North Florida and performance of these vehicles at night, under the lights. try to craft solutions in the middle of rapid urbanization of activity after city commissioners sur- South Georgia, and on his website Environmental Impact. In addition to the certainty of our coastal town and Nassau County. However, I encourage prisingly sided with the developer in at SteveNicklasMarketplace.com. He noise and light pollution, significant wildlife habitat and our leaders at the city to be bold, do something different and the matter, and against fierce outrage. has also published a book, All About green space will be disrupted. An additional consideration to craft a solution unlike those seen in other towns – one The development was inadvertently Money, consisting of some of his favor- is the use of lubricants, solvents and the storage of fuel (at that allows us to preserve the nature of what makes Amelia approved by the city even though it ite columns over the past 20 years. The a minimum, for emergency and back-up power) at a facility Island and Nassau County unique to begin with. sits on or near protected land. book is available at local stores and on that is motor sports-centric and has facilities designed to Joe Zimmerman And a proposed development on Amazon. He can be reached at (904) support these activities. Nassau County the Amelia River Golf Club property 753-0236. has heightened emotions in the com- [email protected]

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Nassau County Commissioners: Danny Leeper, District 1-Fernandina Beach, 261-8029 (h), 430-3868 (cell), email: [email protected] Aaron C. Bell, District 2-South Amelia Island, Nassauville, O’Neil, 451-4094 (cell), email: [email protected] Pat Edwards, District 3-Yulee, 335-0260 (cell), email: [email protected] Thomas R. Ford, District 4- Hilliard, Bryceville, Boulogne, Kings Ferry, Nassau Oaks, 451-0766 (cell), 879-2015 (home) email: [email protected] Justin M. Taylor, District 5-Callahan, West Yulee, 625-5624 (cell), email: [email protected]

City of Fernandina Beach Commissioners: Mayor: Johnny Miller: 556-3299 (cell), email: [email protected] Vice Mayor: Len Kreger: 432-8389 (home), email: [email protected] Phil Chapman: 624-5590 (cell), email: [email protected] Mike Lednovich: 502-0650 (cell), email: [email protected] Chip Ross: 410-394-0220 (cell) email: [email protected] RICK MCKEE-AUGUSTA CHRONICLE-CAGLE CARTOONS

VIEWPOINT / John M. Everett / Fernandina Beach Opinions and suggestions on current development plans s a non-city resident of Amelia Island for been a sensitive issue, but we have to be realis- being dangled under their noses, using the golf island’s south end brings forth an age-old con- 25 years, I have been following a number tic. Twenty-five years ago and beyond, you could course issue (Amelia River taking play from the flict: land owner rights versus community growth of recent controversies involving Nassau walk on the beach any time of day, and looking city course) as a justification for supporting this. concerns. In an ideal world, we would all endorse ACounty and the city of Fernandina north to south see only a handful of people, and The developer is making promises that he cannot the notion that a property owner ought to be Beach, basically concerning growth and develop- on some days see no one. Today the beach is possibly guarantee (no noise, traffic problems able to sell or develop their property to what is ment, on and off the island. These controversies always crowded. We have recently had two inci- eliminated, $800,000 increase in annual revenue most favorable to him or her. But we do not live are all tied in with the explosive and unsustain- dents where sunbathers were run over by cars. to the city, on and on – and remember, he doesn’t in that ideal world. We have to take into account able growth we are currently experiencing. I use If this continues, we will have a fatality. The city live here). It has been speculated that the current the possible detrimental effect the owner’s action the word “unsustainable” not in the sense that and county commissioners lack the political for- mayor could be the third vote on the five-mem- would have on the surrounding community. At growth will not continue to occur, but rather that titude to properly address this issue. We should ber City Commission in favor of this proposed this point it seems the effects are unknown. But quality of life here is being seriously threatened, encourage our state representatives to simply development. If the mayor does not have a con- we do know that we have a problem with traffic particularly on Amelia Island, and steps need to ban driving and parking on all Florida beaches. flict of interest (being an employee of the current on A1A off the south end of the island, and more be taken. Hopefully, it is not too late. Amelia Island, unlike most ocean side com- leaseholder), then there is no longer any mean- development will add more traffic. Solutions to I would like to offer a couple of observations munities, has an abundance of public access ing to the term “conflict of interest.” He should this appear nonexistent or very limited at best. and suggestions. sites, many with designated vehicle parking voluntarily abstain from any vote on this proposal It is an issue that needs serious study before 1. The Rayonier-County feud will be amiably and reserved handicap spaces. These accesses or be required to under Florida law. approval or denial is granted. resolved. Rayonier is a good corporate citizen are already strained, and it will become worse A suggestion. If, as reported, the current One final suggestion. All of the above rep- and we are fortunate to have a very capable due to the additional swarms yet to come. We leaseholder of the Amelia River Golf Club is resents what I would characterize as trying to county executive-attorney to look out for our must come up with innovative ways to solve this losing money on its current operation, the city put out fires after the fires have started. We resident’s interests. without sacrificing major safety concerns and the should be in a fairly good negotiation position to need a more proactive community, or maybe 2. Amelia Bluff. The recent allowed devel- ongoing gradual destruction of our most desirable take back the lease. Close the current city course more accurately, a “pre-active” community. Fire opment of the former School Board property natural resource. and subdivide the property into the surrounding prevention, if you will. If Fernandina Beach and contrary to its FLUM classification is a revolting 4. I cannot think of anything less appropriate residential community. It is a nice upscale area county residents desire to stop or limit growth, abuse of policy by elected representatives and than the proposal for turning the Amelia River and lots would bring a premium. Make Amelia put together a slate of candidates for offices who public employees, and an insult to the over- Golf Club into a development for motorcar enthu- River the city’s public course. It would be one will pledge to vote your desires. And be care- whelming majority of city residents who opposed siasts, with some sort of driving track. This is of the finest in the country, heavily played, and ful of supporting candidates whose self-interest this decision. We applaud those who are taking on city airport property, currently leased to the a beautiful spot could be preserved from further conflicts with these desires. Self-interest is a remedial action to reverse this action. golf course operator. The city commissioners development. powerful motivator, and there are few inclined to 3. Beach parking/driving. This has always have the carrot of a promised increase in revenue 5. The new resort hotel proposal on the ignore it.

NL Friday 07.05.indd 6 7/3/19 4:48 PM FRIDAY, JULY 5, 2019 SPORTS News-Leader 7A PIRATE LINEMAN CAMP SPORTS SHORTS Win Stones tickets will be Friday and Saturday. the Amelia Island Club. Barbecue dinners and a fully Tournament proceeds benefit The Fernandina Beach equipped Scoops ice cream the ALS Association Florida High School wrestling team stand will be available. The Chapter. The event is held in is raffling two sets of tickets Budweiser Beer Wagon will be memory of John Louis O’Day to the Rolling Stones concert on hand along with other non- Registration, warm-up and in Jacksonville. Proceeds alcoholic beverages. lunch buffet are from 10:30 will help the Pirate grapplers There will be live entertain- a.m. to noon. Shotgun start purchase a wrestling mat and ment on Friday and Saturday is at noon. Format is a four- pay for tournaments. The mat evening featuring Island Rob & person scramble. The din- costs about $8,000. the Beach Bums on stage. ner reception from 5-8 p.m. There are four tickets The weigh-in is from 2-5 includes beer and wine, raffle total, and each of the two p.m. Saturday. Jacksonville prizes, awards, silent auction winners receive two. A pair is Capt. Rick Ryals, Florida and live music. valued at $2,500. Seats are Sportsman TV and radio per- Cost is $200 per player; in Section B, Row 16 seats sonality, will be the emcee. reception only is $75 per per- 21 and 22 and 23 and 24 — On-line registrations are son. Every player receives 16 rows from the stage. To encouraged, but checks will a goody bag, with a special get a better view of where also be accepted. Five days 15th-year commemorative gift. the seats are, visit www1. are needed to process a check There will be prizes for ticketmaster.com/the-rolling- if it is mailed in, so send them hole-in-one, longest drive and stones-2019-no-filter-jack- early to receive the early closest-to-the-pin (men and sonville-florida-07-19-2019/ registration fee rate. See all women), putting contest on the event/2200556E992C9FF8. of the registration informa- putting green, first, second, Two hundred raffle tickets tion and instructions at www. third, fourth and fifth net team are available through July nsfafish.net/event-3326789. awards as well as first and 8, with the drawing between VISA, MasterCard, American second gross team. 5:30-6 p.m. July 8 at the Salty Express and Discover credit Raffle tickets will be avail- Pelican. cards are accepted. able on the day of the event. The No Filter Tour concert Early entry deadline is July Cost is $20 for five tickets, 15 is at 7:30 p.m. July 19 at TIAA 19. Early entry fees are $350 for $50 or an entire arm wing BETH JONES/NEWS-LEADER Bank Field. Purchase raffle for the kingfish division and span of tickets for $100. Fernandina Beach High School head football coach Jude Swearingen, left, and his tickets at the Salty Pelican, $100 for the inshore/offshore Sponsorships are available. players will host a youth camp for linemen in pre-K through eighth grade 5:30-7 p.m. 12 N Front St.; at Advance division. Cash prizes up to Visit www.ALSGolfAmelia.com July 8-10 at Buccaneer Field, 1101 Beech St. Cost is $40 per camper. Donations are Rehabilitation, 1897 Island $10,000, based on the number or contact Mark O’Day at 553- welcome. The camp will be held in association with the Fernandina Beach Football Walkway, Suite 5; at the Ship’s of boats registered, will be 0576 or [email protected]. Association, formerly Pop Warner. Register 30 minutes before the camp begins. FBHS Lantern, 210 Centre St.; or awarded in a special presenta- will host all sports camps for ages 6-12 from 9 a.m. to noon July 8-12 and July 22-26. by phone at (919) 937-7712 tion that will begin at 7:30 p.m. Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. the first day of camp. Cost is $100 per session. Contact or email at jmferry08@gmail. Saturday. First- and second- Sailing club meets Ashley Smith at (407) 307-8687 for information. com. place cash prizes will be The Amelia Island Sailing awarded for each species in Club meets the first Tuesday Youth tackle football the inshore/offshore division. of the month at the Kraft RECREATION ROUNDUP For information, visit www. Athletic Club at Ten Acres, Registration is now open nsfafish.net or call 277-8889. located off Buccaneer Trail. for the fall 2019 youth tackle Social hour starts at 6:30 p.m., FERNANDINA BEACH PARKS Gym Tuesdays and Fridays 3-6 p.m. for football program for children Boules Club followed by a potluck dinner, & RECREATION DEPARTMENT school and club teams. Players must have 12 years of age and younger. business meeting and guest RECREATION ROUNDUP adult coach or adult supervision. Call at 24 The Fernandina Beach The Amelia Island Boules speaker presentation. Guests Visit www.fbfl.us for information on the fol- hours in advance to reserve courts, 310-3353 Football Association has Club holds pétanque pickup are welcome. Current boat lowing programs or activities. or 310-3354. Fee is $2 per day for city resi- joined the North Florida Youth games on the pétanque courts ownership or sailing skills are SPORTS/FITNESS dents, $5 non-city. Football Conference along at Central Park (corner of not prerequisites to joining. FALL ADULT CO-ED OPEN SOFTBALL OPEN ADULT INDOOR SOCCER at with Callahan, Oak Leaf, Clay Atlantic Avenue and South Club activities throughout LEAGUE REGISTRATION at Peck Gym Peck Gym Wednesdays from 5:30-8 p.m. PAL, Jax PAL, Middleburg, 11th St.) Saturdays at 9:30 the year may include day/ will be held from July 22-26, $360 team fee, Informal team games. Teams selected each Orange Park and Ponte a.m. and most afternoons on overnight excursions by water with late registration July 29-Aug. 2, $385 night. Ages 16 and up (ages 16 and 17 must Vedra. weekdays. and/or land, sailboat racing, team fee. Two-game refundable forfeit fee have parental consent form signed by parents In-person registration is Pétanque (pay-tonk) is a social activities such as tub- of $72 due Aug. 9. USA Softball rules with and notarized). Fees are $2 for city residents, 5-7 p.m. Tuesdays and 9 a.m. cousin of both horseshoes ing, swimming with manatees, some local league rules. Six men/four women $5 non-city. to noon Saturdays at 1101 and bocce, the Italian bowling picnics and parties; as well as minimum per team. Ages 18 and up. ASA OPEN BASKETBALL at Peck Gym 11 Beech St. Register through game. The public is always assisting with local conserva- approved bats allowed with league-issued a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday and Thursday (court July 30. A parent must accom- welcome. Call 491-1190 for tion and environmental efforts 2019 bat decals. Twelve games per team in closes at 5:30 p.m. for adult leagues in pany the player to weigh-in information. in surrounding waters. the regular season. Top six teams advance winter and summer); 11 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. and provide birth certificate, For information, contact to league tournament. Games on Mondays Wednesday; and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday sport physical, report card, Play pickleball Commodore Tom Maguire at at the Ybor Alvarez softball fields beginning and Friday. Players under 16 must be parent contract/waiver form Aug. 12. Cash, checks, and credit cards accompanied by an adult. Photo identification Pickleball is offered at (703) 298-1714. and payment of $200. (Visa, MasterCard, Discover) accepted. For required. the Central Park multipur- The season runs from Aug. credit card payments over the phone, call OPEN ROLLER HOCKEY at the Main pose courts. Beginner play 1 to Sept. 26, with postseason NSFA meets 310-3358. For information, visit www.leaguel- Beach multi-purpose court. Adult and older is at 1 p.m. Sundays; social options. Forms will be avail- ineup.com/fbflsoftball or contact Jason at teens skate Tuesdays from 5-6 p.m. (begin- play (experienced begin- The Nassau Sport Fishing able at registration. Donations ner) and Saturdays from 4:15-4:45 p.m. ners, 2.5 and 3.0) at 2 p.m. Association holds its monthly [email protected] or 310-3353. are being accepted for player Sundays; and intermediate/ business meetings on the OPEN ADULT VOLLEYBALL at Peck (easy) and 4:45-6 p.m. (advanced). Family scholarships and program advanced play (3.0/3.5+) at second Wednesday of each Gym 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays. skate Tuesdays from 4-5 p.m. and Saturdays funding. 4 p.m. Sundays. Women’s month. The monthly social get- Informal games on two courts. Teams select- from 3-4 p.m. Call Ray Matz at (215) 852- Volunteers for coaching open play at 8 a.m. Mondays; together is held on the fourth ed each night. Ages 16 and up (ages 16 and 7038. and staff are needed. Divisions and advanced play (3.5+) Wednesday of each month. 17 must have parental consent form signed PICKLEBALL at Central Park. Four are Lieutenant (6 and under), with challenge court at 3 p.m. The location for both meetings by parents and notarized). Fees $2/day city, courts available. Visit www.fbpickleball.com, Commander (8U), Captain Mondays. is Kraft Ten Acres, 961023 $5 non-city. Fernandina Beach Pickleball Pirates on (10U) and Admiral (12U). Visit Advanced play (3.5+) Buccaneer Trail, Fernandina YOUTH TEAM VOLLEYBALL at Peck Facebook or email [email protected]. FernandinaBeachFootball@ at 8 a.m. Tuesdays; social Beach. All are welcome to gmail.com or inquire at one of play (experienced begin- attend the meetings. the registration dates. Email ners, 2.5 and 3.0) at 10 a.m. The Nassau Sport Fishing [email protected]. Tuesdays; and intermediate/ Association, founded in 1983, advanced (3.0/3.5+) at 3 p.m. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organi- Fishing Rodeo Wednesdays. zation created to develop and Men’s open play for all promote saltwater fishing in The 37th annual Fernan- levels is offered at 8 a.m. the Nassau County area while dina Beach Fishing Rodeo, Thursdays. Advanced play adhering to state, federal and presented by the Nassau (3.5+) is at 8 a.m. Fridays; local regulations, to encourage Sport Fishing Association, and social play (experienced compliance with rules of water will be held Aug. 3 at the beginners, 2.5 and 3.0) at 10 safety by club members and Fernandina Harbor Marina. It a.m. Fridays. No scheduled the general public and to pro- is sanctioned by the Southern group play on Saturdays. mote youth-related community Kingfish Association as part of Visit www.fbpickleball.com and other civic-minded activi- their 2019 Tournament Trail to determine playing level. ties. Contact President Dennis national championship series. Burke at (256) 453-4744 or There is a kingfish division and email [email protected]. an inshore/offshore division. ALS tourney Every entrant can fish one or The 15th annual ALS Email items for Sports both divisions. Amelia Island Golf Classic Shorts to bjones@fbnews- The silent auction and raffle is Aug. 2 at Long Point at leader.com or call 261-3696 FERNANDINA BEACH FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION YOUTH TACKLE football registration! F e r n a n d i n a B e a c h T i d e s Tides, Sun & Moon : July 3 - July 10, 2019 Sunrise 6:27A Low 3:46A 0.14’ Sunrise 6:29A High 1:06A 7.70’ Saturday 9am - Noon Wed. Moonrise 7:13A High 10:06A 6.62’ Sun. Moonrise 11:42A Low 7:05A -0.07’ Sunset 8:32P Low 3:48P -0.20’ Sunset 8:32P High 1:41P 7.00’ 1101 Beech Street 7/3 Moonset 9:36P High 10:33P 8.11’ 7/7 Moonset --P Low 7:27P 0.41’ Sunrise 6:27A Low 4:34A -0.01’ Moonset 12:38A High 1:58A 7.39’ Thur. Moonrise 8:19A High 10:59A 6.75’ Mon. Sunrise 6:29A Low 8:01A 0.15’ Sunset 8:32P Low 4:39P -0.21’ Moonrise 12:47P High 2:37P 7.04’ 7/4 Moonset 10:29P High 11:24P 8.09’ 7/8 Sunset 8:31P Low 8:31P 0.63’ Sunrise 6:28A Low 5:22A -0.05’ Moonset 1:14A High 2:51A 7.04’ Sunrise 6:30A Moonrise 9:27A High 11:53A 6.86’ Low 8:57A 0.22’ Fri. Tues. First Qtr. 6:56A High 3:35P 7.07’ Sunset 8:32P Low 5:31P -0.09’ Moonrise 1:50P 7/5 Moonset 11:16P High --P --’ 7/9 Sunset 8:31P Low 9:35P 0.76’ Sunrise 6:28A High 12:15A 7.95’ Moonset 1:50A High 3:48A 6.71’ Sat. Moonrise 10:36A Low 6:12A -0.01’ Wed. Sunrise 6:30A Low 9:53A 0.26’ Sunset 8:32P High 12:46P 6.94’ Moonrise 2:52P High 4:36P 7.13’ 7/6 Moonset 11:59P Low 6:27P -0.15’ 7/10 Sunset 8:31P Low 10:37P 0.81’ Tide calculations are for Amelia River, Fernandina Beach. No corrections are necessary. Sun & Moon events are also calculated for Fernandina Beach, although actual times may vary because of land masses.

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NEW Sports Fri.indd 2 7/3/19 3:24 PM Friday, July 5, 2019 8A News-Leader / Fernandina Beach, Florida Nantz steps down as Lady Pirates’ coach BETH JONES News-Leader

When basketball season rolls around, Jacob Nantz will be watching from the stands. He’s stepping down after six seasons as the head girls basketball coach at Fernandina Beach High School. “I’m going to miss it,” he said. “I just feel it’s time. I have direction and clarity about it. I can’t do it all.” Nantz runs his own home inspection com- pany, and he and his wife have become more involved at their church, Celebration in down- town Fernandina Beach. “My wife and I have both been pastors in the past,” he said. “We have been out of the ministry work for more than a decade, and we always felt like when our kids were grown, God would have something for us maybe. “So, we ended up joining this church, and within a few months there, they asked us to lead up one of the ministries of the church. Now, we’re overseeing about three different areas of the church. So, that was taking more of our time. “But, that’s our passion. We love God. Christ is the center of everything we do.” His parents’ health issues were also an issue. “My father had a stroke, and he’s in Kentucky,” Nantz said. “My mother is getting older as well. I have to make a lot more trips up there. I have to have that freedom to jump on a plane when I have to go there.” Nantz moved his family to Florida more than seven years ago, when his middle child, Karri, was a sophomore in high school. “We didn’t know a single person here,” he said “We kind of came on faith. We couldn’t stand the winter, the cold. I owned a business at the time, and we were at a decent place finan- cially so we could come down here and get a new start. “From the beginning, things just worked out.” Nantz, who played basketball and high school but was sidelined afterwards with injuries, set- tled on coaching. He was just 19 years old when his career kicked off. “I coached high school and AAU teams in Kentucky and had success,” Nantz said. “We had made it to state championships, and our AAU teams had won state championships and made it to the national Final Four.” So, when he arrived in Florida, he decided to form a basketball club for girls. “I had girls come from Yulee and West Nassau,” he said. “I had a team for middle school BETH JONES/NEWS-LEADER and high school.” Jacob Nantz has stepped down as head girls basketball coach at Fernandina Beach High School. His replacement has not been When the high school position was vacated, announced. Nantz at the state tournament two seasons ago, above left, with former Lady Pirate Lexi Schulz, above center, and with the his AAU players and their parents stepped in. 2018-19 team, above right. “The girls got a petition together and said they wanted me to be the new head coach,” Nantz said. “I was interviewed and hired the daughter, a 2015 graduate who went on to play acter on the court to change the attitude and do this summer. The Lady Pirates went 6-2, with next day.” on the next level. what needed to be done. wins over Providence and — with just five play- He turned a 3-19 program into a 13-11 team “So, when she left, it felt like there was a “We went undefeated the whole month of ers — West Nassau. in one season. little void in my heart,” Nantz said. “My daugh- January, and that was against the tops teams in Sitting in the stands this winter may be tor- “I had girls who were on varsity the previous ter, who I coached for all these years, was gone. Jacksonville. We beat Sandalwood, Ribault, all ture for Nantz. year who didn’t even know how to do a layup,” For that first year or two her not being involved, these teams. We were feeling pretty good. “It is like my baby,” he said. “I’m hoping they Nantz said. it felt a little different. “As always in the district tournament, Bolles hire somebody who will give the time, energy In six seasons, he boasts a 141-32 record, and “There tends to be rumors every year that gave us a fit.” and love that I have to it. It’s not just about wins he steered the 2017-18 Lady Pirates to the Final I’m not coming back.” But, the Lady Pirates prevailed to advance and losses, but just making a different in these Four. Eleven players have been recruited, and But, Nantz did come back, and two seasons to the semifinal of the state tournament, where kids’ lives. eight have signed to play on the college level. ago, he hit another milestone on his plan for Lady their season ended. They lost just five games. “But, I hope they pick someone who has “It’s kind of mind boggling to me, too,” Nantz Pirate basketball — the Final Four. The program graduated five seniors, and all knowledge of the game.” said. “I don’t know how it happened.” “There was a lot of hype leading into that five went on to play on the next level. Freeman, one of three seniors returning this Taking over a failing program was daunting. season,” Nantz said. “We lost the first two games “We had a couple of younger kids step up,” winter, understands her coach’s decision. “I had to look at how much work was of the year to teams we should have not lost to. Nantz said. “Zada (Freeman) had a spectacular “His order for us and himself is God, family, involved to turn this around,” he said. “I believe Some of the girls had played on other AAU teams year, and that’s just going to continue again. I school and basketball,” she said. “We understood everything you do, you can do with excellence. and had probably picked up some bad habits. think we surprised a lot of people.” completely.” I knew there was talent on the middle school “I sat a few players in the third game, and The Lady Pirates were on an 11-0 roll when But, he’s not going far. team. then we went on a 16-game winning streak.” they suffered their first loss last season. “I’ll be in the stands every chance I get,” “I basically put down a five-year plan. Year The Lady Pirates dropped two more games “Raines didn’t just beat us, they beat us up,” Nantz said. “It will be hard. They’re like family. after year, we hit those goals. But it was a year- during a holiday tournament at ESPN’s Wide Nantz said. “And, Bolles upset us in overtime.” “You’re going to laugh together, you’re going round thing. You’re talking about thousands of World of Sports. Nantz’s daughter, who he coached from sixth to cry together. You’re there to have them cry on hours a year put in in the gym.” “I just had to talk to them and redirect them,” grade through high school, was one of his assis- your shoulder. You’re just there for them. That is His first season at FBHS, he coached his Nantz said. “They stepped up and had the char- tants last fall, and the Nantzes coached the girls the important thing.” LOCAL FISHING TECHNIQUES Academic honors for Ferguson Will Ferguson of Yulee, a 6-foot-8 freshman on South Georgia State College’s 2018- 19 men’s basketball team, has been recognized by the National Junior College Athletic Association for his academic achievements. He and teammate Riley Meloncon, a 6-foot-2 sopho- more from Pikeville, Tenn., were both third Ferguson team selections to the NJCAA’s All-Academic Team. Players selected must have a grade point average between 3.6-3.79 to qualify. “I am so excited for Will and Riley, because both guys PHOTOS BY TERRY LACOSS/SPECIAL represent what it is to be a The Florida Department of Environmental Protection will hold a local fishing techniques clinic from 10 a.m. to noon July 25 at Fort Clinch State student-athlete at SGSC,” said Park, 2601 Atlantic Ave., Fernandina Beach. The event will be held at the beach boardwalk picnic area. The clinic is free with park admission of $6 head coach Cory Baldwin. per vehicle (up to eight people). Join a park ranger for an interactive program to learn about some of the proper equipment, lures, rigs and knots for Ferguson will return to area beach and river fishing. It’s great for beginners. Learn about fishing license requirements and slot limits for several popular catches from the SGSC for his sophomore sea- Fort Clinch shoreline. For information, call the ranger station at 277-7274. son.

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Friday, July 5, 2019 News-Leader / Fernandina Beach, FL Local cruises offer breathtaking views and explore area’s history and wildlife melia River Cruises The two-hour Shrimping ful view of the salt marshes history of the area. These one- & Charters is offering Eco Tours explore the Tiger and bird life of the national hour tours currently run every five unique cruises this Basin, which is part of the St. park. The tour offers a closer day at 7:30 p.m. The departure Asummer plus at least Marys River Basin. Capt. Kevin view of the ruins of the historic time will change to 7 p.m. on one special fundraiser cruise, McCarthy shares the fasci- Dungeness Mansion and delves Aug. 5. and three to five history and nating history of the modern deeply into the history and There will be a special nature tours depart every day shrimping industry as well as people of Cumberland. two-hour fundraiser cruise from 1 N. Front St. in historic how the local supporting indus- Adult Twilight BYOB for Light Up Amelia at 7 p.m. Fernandina Beach, according to tries have evolved over the last Cruises are a local favorite July 18. Light Up Amelia is the a news release. century. An otter-trawl shrimp and include live music every official organization behind the One of the company’s most net is deployed and marine Thursday, Friday, and Saturday Fernandina Beach Fourth of popular cruises, the two- to biologist Christina Ranney evening during the summer as July fireworks and New Year’s three-hour Cumberland Island identifies the catch before it well as on the Sunday of long Eve Shrimp Drop as well as Tour offers an extensive and is released back into the tidal holiday weekends like Labor the lights on the downtown AMELIA RIVER CRUISES & CHARTERS rich history of Amelia and marsh. Shrimping Eco Tours Day. This two-hour sunset trees. Amelia River Cruises & Charters has regular and special Cumberland islands with views only run in the summer every cruise is exclusively for adults Adult tickets range from $22 cruises that cover a variety of interests. of wildlife along the way. The Thursday, Friday and Saturday 21 and over and departs at 7 to $32 and tickets for children boats pass by Fernandina’s from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. p.m. (this will change to 6:30 ages 4-12 are $16-$24. Children shrimp boats, historic Old Town The 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. p.m. on Aug. 8). three and under are free. and handicap accessible. The advance purchase is required and Fort Clinch to the wild Beach Creek Tour is a nice Family-friendly Sunset General admission tickets for complete cruise schedule is for the Adult Twilight BYOB horses of Cumberland Island. blend of history and nature. Tours offer a relaxing way for the Light Up Amelia fundraiser always online. Cruises. Tickets are available These adventures run 10 a.m. It takes you literally inside the whole family to enjoy the cruise are $50 each. Amelia Reservations are recom- by visiting ameliarivercruises. to 12:30 p.m. every day. Cumberland Island for a beauti- sunset and hear an abbreviated River Cruises is pet-friendly mended for all tours and com or calling 261-9972. Hot Dogs and Hounds Café coming to Yulee GARY D. MORGAN For the News-Leader

Dog owners and their dogs will be excited to hear that a new dog-centric venue will be opening in late-August at the corner of Pages Dairy Road and U.S. 17 in Yulee. It will be known as the Hot Dogs and Hounds Café. “This is something that I have thought about for quite some time,” said effervescent NASSAU COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING owner Karen Graves. “This is GARY D. MORGAN Members of the Happy Tappy Tap Dancing class show off some of the skills they’ve learned. going to be a 3,200-square-foot FOR THE NEWS-LEADER welcome center. I am so into Hot Dogs and Hounds Café the community. Elderly people, owner Karen Graves models animals, babies – those are my the T-shirt she created to loves, so I want to open the res- help market her new dog- NCCOA classes are for all ages taurant to make this feel more themed restaurant. The like ‘so let’s go over to mom’s back of the T-shirt says, LIZ DUNN classes that can be taken individually. Watercolor Painting, Jewelry Making, and eat, let’s take the dog, let’s “Best Dog in Town. I Shih Special to the News-Leader In addition, the Council on Aging Acrylic Painting, Breast Cancer Gifts of take the kids, let’s go have fun.’ Tzu Not!” embraces the benefits of adult and child Love, Shell Painting I want it to be really laid back, Did you know that classes at Nassau interactions and welcomes young people • Aviation and Space – From the like a homey atmosphere.” County Council on Aging’s Fernandina accompanied by an adult to attend our Wright Brothers to the 21st Century, Graves has big plans that “I have the dachshund (plain Beach Life Center are open to adults of all multi-generational classes offered during The Development of Passenger Air include gourmet hot dogs, hot dog on a bun), the shih tzu ages and start as low as $3? If not, you’re summer and holiday breaks from school. Transportation homemade banana pudding and (hot dog with southern cole- not alone. This summer, we offer opportunities • Community Conversations – potato salad, and frankfurter slaw, soy sauce, and Chinese At NCCOA’s Fernandina Beach Life to make memories in these multi-gen Honoring Choices, Suicide in Special Creole served over rice – a noodles), the pit bull (hot dog Center, not only do you have the oppor- classes: Acrylic Painting, Beach Safety, Populations meal her mother made for her with jalapenos, horseradish, tunity to take a great class and meet new Cake Decorating, Chess, Chocolate Chip • Community Security & Safety – Legal when she was a little girl. “This and hot sauce). I even have people, you have the added benefit of help- Cookie Baking (we will be sharing a secret Chats-Ask a Lawyer, Hands-Only CPR will be a warm fuzzy feeling. a stray dog, which is a little ing fund programs that help seniors remain ingredient!), Print Making, Shell Painting • Computers & Technology – My heart is going to be in this. meatloaf (with ketchup) hot dog in their homes and live healthy and happy and more! Transferring Pictures from your It is more a feeling than a busi- on a bun. Stray dog, meaning it lives. Lifelong learning offerings continue New classes for adults of all ages Smartphone, Fundamentals of Excel, How ness for me,” Graves said. strays away from the norm. For to expand with a range of high-quality include the following: The menu will contain items presentations and subject matter series • Arts & Crafts – Calligraphy, CLASSES Continued on 2B named after dog breeds. CAFE Continued on 2B

On & Off The Island SOUNDS ON CENTRE ily pet among the era lived. For details, call 277-7274 or visit flori- Sounds on Centre, sponsored by Amelia hundreds of reptiles, dastateparks.org/park/Fort-Clinch. amphibians, inverte- Shotgun Sports and others, will host Island Vibe SATURDAY WORKSHOP at 6 p.m. this evening, brates, spiders, and small exotic animals. Many of at Centre and Second the vendors allow live interactions with the pets The Home Depot in Yulee holds free work- streets. The event will during visits to their booths. The event takes place shops for children from 9 a.m. to noon the first pay tribute to legendary 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday of every month. In addition to building American music art- Sunday at the Morocco Shrine at 3800 St. Johns a project, participants receive a free apron, cer- ists across six different Bluff Road S. in Jacksonville. Tickets at the door tificate of achievement and commemorative pin music genres, rock, pop, are $10 for adults and $5 for children ages 5-12 or for each class they attend. This month, you and country, reggae, blues VIP and advance tickets can be purchased online your 5- to 12-year-old child can build a custom toy and jazz, and will include music from Tom Petty, at http://bit.ly/2LFr1rQ. tow truck with an operational boom. Once your Paul Simon, Johnny Cash, Merle Travis, Harry wrecker construction is complete, your child Belafonte, Robert Johnson, Frank Sinatra and UNION GARRISON can customize it with paint and stickers. All Kids many more. Wear your best red, white, and blue There’s nothing better than sneaking in some Workshop attendees must be accompanied by patriotic outfit for the costume contest. Prizes will history and education for your children and the a parent or adult at all times. No registration is be given for the best outfit. During the evening, Union Garrison events at Fort Clinch State Park required. For a schedule of workshops, including the Fernandina Historic Business Association will in Amelia Island is the perfect place. You can ones for adults, visit https://thd.co/2XmCzHS. present its $1,000 scholarship award followed by explore the park 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and a $300 scholarship from the Fernandina Beach again 9 a.m. to noon Sunday and step back in time FREE ADMISSION Police Auxiliary. to experience If art is more your thing, life at the fort you can enjoy a day free of HERE, ROVER! during the Civil charge Saturday at Cummer Repticon, which hosts reptile and exotic animal War. During the Museum, thanks to the support of the Delores expos, will be in Jacksonville this weekend with a Union Garrison Barr Weaver and J. Wayne Weaver. In addition to mixture of vendors, breeders, and educators. This event, you can free admission, there are art-marking activities for family-oriented, fun-filled event offers guests the experience powder artillery demonstrations and all ages in the Cummer Gardens, live music, and opportunity to learn about animals not normally even soldier drills and watch blacksmiths ply a docent-led tour at 2 p.m. The Cummer Museum seen in local pet stores. There will be seminars their craft. With living historians throughout Fort & Gardens is located at 829 Riverside Ave. in on animal-related topics by experts in the field of Clinch State Park, you can ask questions and get a Jacksonville. For more information, visit cummer- herpetology, and guests can shop for a new fam- true feel for the way soldiers and civilians of that museum.org or call (904) 356-6857.

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Alabama Pine snake; and Rex, parlor of St. Peter’s Episcopal will lead a tour of the conserva- 14th St. in Fernandina Beach. the bearded dragon. She’ll Church. Discussions are led by tion center where you will see For information and to sign up OUT AND ABOUT speak about these animals and retired college English profes- giraffes, okapi, rhinos, cheetah for the class, call 310-6616. more. Then, Krug will present sors Norm and Marilyn Wesley. and so much more. After the “Roughing It,” a look back at The programs are free. tour, you will enjoy a gourmet Auto Legends Amelia’s her experiences on a safari lunch in one of White Oak’s Cars & Conversations will THIS WEEKEND Amelia Island will host its adventure in Kenya, at 6 p.m. Meet some of the Board of dining areas. Cost is $125 per meet 9 a.m. to noon July 20 monthly coffee on Tuesday, For more information, call 530- Directors of the Fernandina person. Space is limited. To at Kerry and Merilee Lardie’s Art meets science in July 9, at 10:30 a.m. Women 6500 and select option “4.” Beach Police Foundation and make a reservation, call 225- Ocean Air Coatings at 924 T. the “Fluffy Slime-Making interested in joining the club police officers at the next “Life 3396. J. Courson Road in Fernandina Workshop with Kai” set for 12 who reside in Nassau County John Saucer, author of is a Beach” Plantation Artist’s Beach. The meeting is open to p.m. today at Artisan Village, (no matter how long they An We Ob Jubilee, will be at Guild and Gallery opening Amelia Community all car enthusiasts. 2188 Sadler Road, Fernandina have lived there) are wel- the Amelia Island Museum of 5:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, July 12, Theatre will hold auditions for Beach. Cost is $10 per student come to attend. For further History at 6 p.m. July 11 for a in the Omni Spa and Shops. Tiny Beautiful Things at 4 p.m. Bring your tired, diseased, and all ages are welcome. For information, contact coffees@ special lecture and book sign- The Foundation will be the July 13 at 209 Cedar St. The insect-infested plants yearn- more information or to RSVP, NewcomersAmelia.org. ing. During the American Civil charity for the evening and is show, based on the book by ing to be free of problems to contact info@artisanvillagea- War more than 2,000 regiments being sponsored by Osprey Cheryl Strayed and adapted for the UF/IFAS Nassau Extension melia.com or 491-2180. Master Gardener Shirley of infantry, cavalry, and artillery Village. Refreshments and the stage by Nia Vardalos, tells Service Office on Pages Dairy Lohman will teach a mustered to fight in the conflict. hors d’oeuvres will be served. the story of Sugar, a woman Road between 10 a.m. and The Fernandina Beach Landscape Matters class at Rediscover a regiment very Special guest artist Sarah who is an online advice colum- 2 p.m. Monday, July 22, to High School Class of 1964 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 10, little is known about – the 1st Conca will have her large inspi- nist. There are three additional receive current, researched- will hold a reunion this sum- on native plants of Florida. South Carolina Volunteers, the rational abstract paintings on roles for men or women as the based information on proper mer, July 5-7, and would like to She’ll recommend native first black regiment in the Union display during the reception. letter writers. This play has a plant care, disease manage- invite the classes of 1963 and plants that attract pollinators, Army that was the first to fight suggested R-rating due to lan- ment, and insect control from 1965 to their Friday night social wildlife, and fauna so you can against Confederate soldiers Ballroom On Amelia and guage and subject matter, and Extension Director Rebecca at 7 p.m. at Ms. Carolyn’s res- create a beautiful landscape and the first to be brigaded with Crescendo Amelia Big Band those auditioning must be age Jordi. When possible, place taurant. The cost is $10 per with “natives” and watch it white regiments. This program have partnered up for the third 18 or over. Diana Herman will your plant in a plastic bag to person to be paid at the door. abound with nature – all while is open to the public. Seating consecutive year to bring the direct, and performances will be prevent chances of spreading using less water and promot- is first-come, first-served and Dance Series back to Amelia Sept. 6-14 in ACT’s Studio 209. issues to other plants. These NEXT WEEK ing plants that are indigenous is wheelchair accessible. For Island! Each themed dance Visit AmeliaCommunityTheatre. sessions are free to the pub- to the area. This free class will more information, contact happens on the second Friday org for more details or call 261- lic and no appointments are Bring your tired, diseased, be held at the Yulee Extension Joshua Whitefield at 261-7378, of the month except in October 6749 to check out a script. required. For more informa- insect-infested plants yearn- office on Pages Dairy Road ext. 102, or joshua@ameliamu- due to the Jazz Festival, and tion, call the Extension office ing to be free of problems to and is free and open to the seum.org. The Amelia Island prizes will be awarded at each UPCOMING at 530-5363 or call the UF/ the UF/IFAS Nassau Extension public. For information, call the Museum of History is located at event. Here’s a list of dates IFAS Nassau Master Gardener Service Office on Pages Dairy Extension office at 530-6353. 233 S. Third St. in Fernandina and themes: July 12, Patriotic; In preparation for her volunteers 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Road between 10 a.m. and Beach. Aug. 9, Decades; Sept. 13, Rat store’s annual Christmas Fridays at 530-6350 and press 2 p.m. Monday, July 8, to The Friends of the Yulee Pack; Oct. 25, Masquerade. in July event, Lollipops Quilt “1” for the Yulee office. receive current, researched- Branch Library invites all The Friends of the Tickets are available online Shop owner Laurie Malm has based information on proper interested residents to attend Fernandina Beach Branch through crescendoamelia. planned several classes and Master Gardener plant care, disease manage- the organization’s next meeting Library Book Club selected com or at the door the night of demonstrations throughout July Claudia Witcher will teach a ment, and insect control from 6-7 p.m. Thursday, July 11, in the following books to read and the event. Tickets range from for sewists and quilters to get Landscape Matters class on Extension Director Rebecca Commission Chambers at the discuss at upcoming second $20 for advance purchases started on their projects for the orchids at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jordi. When possible, place James S. Page Governmental Thursday of the month meet- to $125 for a table of six. The Christmas season, according July 24. She will discuss grow- your plant in a plastic bag to Complex, 96135 Nassau Place, ings: Warlight by Michael Amelia Island Dance Series is to a news release. Local quil- ing orchids in your home, and prevent chances of spreading Yulee. For more information, Ondaatje, July 11; The Friend BYOB responsibly, and food ter and pattern designer Julie included in her presentation issues to other plants. These call the Yulee Branch Library by Sigrid Nunez, Aug. 8; The will be available for purchase. Quigley will teach a class July will be a review of orchids that sessions are free to the pub- at 530-6560 or visit the Friends Warmth of Other Suns by The Dance Series takes place 19-20 for her newest pattern, are easy to grow and tips on lic and no appointments are of the Yulee Branch Library on Isabel Wilkerson, Sept. 12; at Kraft Athletic Club, located “Strippy Tree Skirt.” Her new care and feeding. Participants required. For more informa- Facebook. Hidden Tapestry by Debra at 961023 Buccaneer Trail in pattern includes skirts in three will have the opportunity to tion, call the Extension office Dean, Oct. 10; The Razor’s Fernandina Beach. Doors open sizes – small for tabletop trees, purchase (cash or check) an at 530-5363 or call the UF/ The Hilliard Branch Edge by Somerset Maugham, at 7:15 p.m., and the music and medium, and large. The cost orchid for $5 (supplies will be IFAS Nassau Master Gardener Library will host two events Nov. 14; The Untouchable by dancing is from 7:30 to 10 p.m. of the class includes the fabric limited). volunteers 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on July 11. First, from noon John Banville, Dec. 12; Magpie and batting needed to make a This free class will be held Fridays at 530-6350 and press to 1 p.m., zoologist Diane Murders by Anthony Horowitz, White Oak Conservation tree skirt. Participants will learn at the Yulee Extension office on “1” for the Yulee office. Krug will introduce some of Jan. 9; Year of Wonders by will host a Saturday Safari the tips and tricks “that make Pages Dairy Road and is open her friends including Red, the Geraldine Brooks, Feb. 14. The beginning at 10 a.m. July 13. sewing this tree skirt a breeze.” to the public. For information, The Newcomers Club of red-footed tortoise; Bell, the group meets at 7 p.m. in the During your Safari, wildlife staff Lollipops is located at 1881 S. call 530-6353.

• Cooking, Home, • Dance – Beginning Belly located at 1901 Island Walkway. CLASSES Continued from 1B Gardening & Nutrition – Dancing, Line Dancing, Happy You may view classes in real to Use an iPhone and iPad, How Fun with Gardening, Publix Tappy Tap Dancing time at myactivecenter.com. to Use an Apple MAC, How to Apron Cooking Demos, Cake • Financial – Various topics The newest classes appear at Use an Android Decorating and presenters the top of the alphabetical list- • Fitness – Gentle Stretch, ing with a hyphen in front of Chair Yoga, Gentle Weights the class title. If you are already •Games & Cards – Mahjong, in our class database, you may Canasta, Bridge, Brain Games, view all current offerings, enroll Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy in and cancel classes. If you are • Great Decisions not already in our class database, Discussions – Decoding USA- send an email with your name, China Trade, Cyber Conflict address, phone number, email and Geopolitics, The U.S. and and date of birth (used for grant Mexico: Partnership Tested purposes only) to Membership • History and Culture – Cuba NASSAU COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING and Community Engagement and Italy Many of the classes available at the Council on Aging’s Life Director Melody Dawkins at • Hobbies – Historical Metal Center are multi-generational meant to mingle children mdawkins@nassaucountycoa. Detecting and older adults. org. Once you receive an enroll- • Investigating American ment confirmation email, you Presidents – Discussions from will be ready to view all classes, The Great Courses Automatic: Learn how to take vs. Modern Hypnosis; Aging in presentations and workshops • Multi-Generational – your digital camera off the ‘Auto- Place with Universal Design; and enroll! Acrylic Painting, Chess, Beach matic’ setting (several sessions) Wellness in All Its Dimensions; For more information, con- Safety, Print Making, Chocolate • TED Talks – The Secret The Secrets of Breaking tact Dawkins at mdawkins@ Chip Cookie Baking, Shell to Living Longer May Be Your Negative, Limiting Beliefs nassaucountycoa.org. Painting, Cake Decorating Social Life, Digital Humans that Check out classes in Liz Dunn is the marketing • Music – Coffee & Karaoke, Look Just Like Us Senior Life, our quarterly and communications manager Music with Tom Sullivan, Terry • Wellness – Topics from publication available at for the Nassau County Council Murphy, Dan and the Band… various presenters including http://bit.ly/2FKiDDV or you on Aging and NassauTRANSIT, plus additional performers The Benefits of Physical Fitness may pick up a copy at the the county’s public transportation • Photography – Beyond as We Age; Traditional Hypnosis Fernandina Beach Life Center, system.

for a sci-fi movie, has trained CAFE Continued from 1B dogs and been involved in dog the people from up north, we rescues, has three shih-tzu will have a big Italian sausage dogs, and ran a cleaning busi- on a hoagie roll with green ness in Fernandina Beach peppers and onions. That’s my for 23 years. She describes Great Dane.” herself as a Navy brat, having There will be a total of 12 been born on the Naval Air Fill in the squares so different hot dog dishes, includ- Station in Jacksonville. Graves ing one with chili and another says she has always been an that each row, column with peanut butter and jelly, as entrepreneur, and her list of and 3-by-3 box well as the meatless dog gone enterprises – a furniture store, contain the numbers for vegetarians, along with a car business, a wings restau- GARY D. MORGAN/FOR THE NEWS-LEADER desserts such as puddings and rant, the Chicken Koop Café The restaurant will operate in a former church in Yulee 1 through 9. Solution cakes. on Jacksonville’s Northside – that was moved from Jacksonville to 850918 U.S. 17 in the will appear in the In addition, there will be wet seems to prove her right. 1960s. and dry food for the dogs. T-shirts for her new res- Wednesday All meals will be served taurant will feature a German B-section. in plastic dog bowls with wax shepherd sitting in front of a say, “Best Dog in Town. I Shih out to numerous animal organi- paper. doghouse with a hot dog in a Tzu Not!” The shepherd is a zations to offer her assistance Wednesday, July 3 Graves writes poetry, bun on the house while the drawing of her beloved dog, with pet adoptions and plans to Solution recently finished a treatment reverse side of the shirt will Luger, which she had as a pet in have a senior morning featuring her youth. free coffee and a danish one day Hot Dogs and Hounds Café a week. She said she is planning will operate out of a former to have a drop spot for dog food church in Yulee that was moved for seniors who have difficulty from Jacksonville to 850918 covering the cost of food for U.S. 17 in the 1960s. The main their pets. She also wants to dining area will be raised with have special holiday events. a white picket fence and booths A planned dog park in the along with tables and chair back of the building will be a with access for the disabled. In waterfall with sanitizers so dogs addition to a kitchen, storage can drink from it, and there will area, and office, the building be cobblestones and benches will have a large area in the with a large 60-foot sycamore rear that will serve as a banquet tree as the focal point. There hall. Outdoors, there will be a will be no fee to use the dog walk-up window with seats on park. On the side of the build- a patio. The area outside will be ing there will be an area for the fenced in for small breeds, and dogs to run as well. another area will be fenced in Graves stated she plans to for larger dogs. There will also reach out to numerous animal be a picnic area with tables and organizations and allied busi- umbrellas. Pets will have to be nesses prior to the restaurant’s tethered in the outside dining opening. She intends to have areas, and the indoor dining will a well-attended ribbon-cutting be reserved for humans only. ceremony with numerous Graves related, “Every time guests from the Nassau County that I have opened up a busi- community including state Sen. ness, I have moved in behind a Aaron Bean and his wife, Abby. church or a church has moved The new café is tentatively in behind me every time, so this scheduled to be open 11 a.m. to me has the Lord all over it.” to 7 p.m., Thursday through Graves said she has reached Sunday.

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5 reasons preschool years are a prime time for learning Much of the discussion about edu- brain’s architec- carrying on conversations, following cation focuses on the K-12 years, but ture. rules, listening, accepting consequences some early childhood education experts This growth of actions, the child learns early how to suggest serious learning can start even of the brain’s net- start getting along in the world,” said earlier and pay dividends for the child in work establishes McGregor. years to come. a fertile founda- • Resilience. It’s important that “Young children have the capac- tion for learning, early childhood educators and parents ity at a very young age to be academi- thus an oppor- work together to develop resilience in cally challenged, and we need to edu- tunity to be bet- children as early as possible. “By creat- cate them strongly during those years ter prepared for ing a consistent and stable environment instead of waiting until they are older,” McGregor grade school and with clear expectations and predictable said Alise McGregor, founder of Little beyond, experts consequences, children can develop Newtons, an early education center with say. One analysis skills in managing themselves and their locations in Minnesota and Illinois. of several studies, “Impacts of Early emotions,” McGregor said. “They may “Children’s minds are like sponges Childhood Education on Medium- and experience bumps, bruises or losing when they are very young. Under age Long-term Education,” showed that a game, but this is the foundation for five is the most important time for children exposed to high-quality pre- building coping strategies for greater development and our best opportu- kindergarten education performed bet- challenges in life.” nity to set up children for success. If ter academically in later years. Early “The first five years of life are the we strongly educate children at a very education also led to higher graduation FILE PHOTO most critical,” McGregor said. “It is far young age, while their brains are so pli- rates, fewer special education place- this, it helps children overcome shyness • Enthusiasm for Learning. easier to train a child than it is to fix a able, by the time they reach kindergar- ments and less grade retention. and gain self-confidence,” McGregor Lessons can be given in a fun and broken adult.” ten, their brain capacity is much higher,” McGregor suggests five reasons par- said. exciting way that will encourage chil- Alise McGregor is the founder of McGregor said. ents should consider ramping up their • Personal Experiences. These dren to be effective learners. “Feeling Little Newtons (littlenewtons.com), an Recent research confirms that the pre-K child’s education: assist the brain’s organizational develop- inspired and excited to learn takes root exceptional child care center focusing on first five years of life are particularly • Socialization. Socialization with ment and functioning in many situations, in preschool and can last a lifetime,” early childhood education with four loca- important for the development of the people other than the child’s family in a helping children develop learning skills McGregor said. tions in Minnesota and one in Illinois. child’s brain. Harvard University’s safe environment is an essential founda- as well as social and emotional abilities. • Learning Respect for Others. She is the author of an upcoming book, Center on the Developing Child reports tional element. “It’s important to intro- “A good early-education center creates A fundamental building block for hap- Creating Brilliance. Also a nurse, she that in the first few years, more than duce our children to other children and an environment where imagination, love piness, friendships and success in life has a Bachelor of Science in Exercise a million new neural connections are support their transition into their own and innovation all come together for a starts early by learning how to share, Physiology with a cardiac rehabilitation formed every second, building the friendship groups, and the earlier we do daily adventure,” McGregor said. cooperate, take turns and be nice. “By emphasis.

DRUM & RHYTHM CAMP CREED organizes Les DeMerle, a world-renowned drummer and artistic direc- tor of the Amelia Island Jazz back-to-school event Festival, is offering a fun camp designed to develop rhythm and The Coalition for the present for the child’s school enhance musical skills in drum- Reduction/Elimination of Ethnic physical. mers and percussionists as well Disparities in Health (CREED) is Walmart Vision Center will as students of any instrument. asking the community to assist in provide vision screening. The camp for ages 10 and up providing school supplies for this School supplies will be dis- will take place 10 a.m. to noon year’s back-to-school event, set tributed 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Monday-Wednesday, July 8-10 for Aug. 3 at the Peck Center, gymnasium at the Peck Center. and July 15-17, at New Vision located at 516 S. 10th St. Items that are needed from Congregational Church, 96072 St. Vincent’s Medical Center the community include: Chester Road, Yulee. Cost is will provide free school and • Wide- and college-ruled $120 and includes all six ses- sports physicals from 9 a.m. to 2 notebook paper; sions. For more information, p.m. for students in grades kin- • Red and black pens; contact Arts Alive Nassau at dergarten through 12th who are • No. 2 pencils; [email protected] making their initial entry into a • Colored pencils; and or 310-9243. You can also visit Florida school. For students • Composition tablets. facebook.com/ArtsAliveNassau transferring to a Florida school Reading books for children or artsalivenassau.org. from another state, a physi- in preschool through sixth grade SUBMITTED cal completed within the past are also needed. year is acceptable if completed Monetary donations should on a form comparable to Florida’s be mailed to CREED, 464126 standardized school entry health S.R. 200, Yulee, FL 32097. exam form (DH3040). You can Checks should be made out to download the form and view CREED. at your favorite local spots instructions and other infor- For additional information or DiningOut mation at http://bit.ly/2J6l4m7. to pick up school supplies, con- A parent or guardian must be tact Jennett Baker at 556-3363.

SCHOOL SUPPLIES ARE NEEDED

FILE PHOTO The Salvation Army Hope House is currently collecting school supplies for the estimated 150 students the organi- zation will be helping start the school year on a more level playing field. Items needed include backpacks (especially for teenagers), wide- and narrow-lined notebook paper, Call 261-3696 graph paper, spiral bound notebooks, three-prong folders, one inch binders, subject dividers, scissors, staplers, rulers, protractors, compasses, scientific calculators and more. to find out how Call 321-0435 or stop by Hope House at 410 S. Ninth St. for a detailed list. your restaurant Edward Jones offices acting as can become a school supply drop-off locations Nassau County Edward Local residents and busi- Jones financial advisors Jodi nesses may help by bringing part of our new Collins, Brian Henning, Kim items to the Edward Jones Boylan and Crystal Henning branch offices during regular are supporting Families in business hours through July 31. Transition by The branch addresses are: weekly using their offices as drop-off • 463155 S.R. 200, Suite 8, locations for a school supplies Yulee; drive, according to a news • 95766 Amelia Concourse, release. Fernandina Beach; Dining Out Items needed for the drive 1403 Park Avenue, Suite A, include ruled or copy paper, Fernandina Beach; and Ticonderoga pencils, sheet 4810 First Coast Highway, feature page. protectors, wide binders, USB/ Fernandina Beach. jump drives, and head phones Please note monetary dona- or ear buds. tions cannot be accepted.

NL Friday 07.05.indd 15 7/3/19 10:06 AM 4B Friday, July 5, 2019 News-Leader Religion Source of American freedom and why it matters e are a free people, blessed and social change. spoke we will do” (Exodus 19:8; 24:3, that in covenantal and constitutional made a covenant with us in Horeb. The beyond measure to live According to Sacks, 7). societies, relationships and a shared Lord did not make this covenant with in a nation that prizes lib- “Ancient Israel was They ratified the covenant of their sense of community matter more than our fathers, but with us, with all those Werty and justice for all, and where the idea of own free will and in that, says Sacks, political power. The nation can only of us alive here today.” The covenant fortunate that most of us have never freedom was born.” “A far-reaching principle is articulated thrive when people stay committed to was perpetual, each generation respon- known another way. As a result, we The Sinai covenant, for the first time: (By God’s design), the covenant. sible to the one that would follow. may have never wondered where the he says, put its there is no legitimate government • Third, the Sinai covenant required This is the story that inspired idea of human freedom was first con- stamp on American without the consent of the governed, a heart-felt sense of reciprocity. William Bradford to set sail on the ceived and why it matters. history through its even if the governor is the creator of America’s founders were impressed Mayflower. It’s the story that John Those who have thought about contribution to the heaven and earth.” by the fact that it not only included a Winthrop cited it in his famous sermon, such questions often look to Athens PRACTICAL U.S. Constitution and The people of Israel bound them- pledge to God but to every other Jew. “A Model of Christian Charity.” And it and Rome. To be sure, our founders THEOLOGY the notion of consti- selves to this covenant, freely and The Israelites willingly agreed to love explains why Benjamin Franklin and learned much from both models, but tutionalism. joyfully, because they were grateful to their neighbors as themselves and to Thomas Jefferson hoped to use the neither inspired their notion of a free In his book, Last God for their liberation. What’s more, care for widows, orphans, and even Exodus as the theme in the Great Seal and independent people. That came Richard Call for Liberty: How they understood the wisdom of God’s strangers. One rabbi said that there of the United States.

from Moses and the Israelites and their Doster America’s Genius for ways. Look at Deuteronomy 4:8, where was not one covenant but 600,000 cov- The questions for us, in our gen- exodus from Egypt. And specifically Freedom Has Become Moses dramatically asks, “What great enants, with all the Israelite men mak- eration, are do we feel responsible for from Exodus 19, where this formerly Its Greatest Threat, author Os Guinness nation is there that has the statutes and ing the same commitment. Another our countrymen? Are we, in our indi- enslaved people stand before God at explains that Israel’s covenant at Sinai judgments as righteous as this whole rabbi disagreed. There were actually vidualistic society, willing to love our Mt. Sinai. inspired America’s founders for three law that I am setting before you today?” 600,000 times 600,000 covenants, he neighbors as ourselves? The outcome Several scholars, including Daniel reasons: • Second, says Guinness, the cov- said, because everyone made a cov- of the “American experiment” depends Elazar, Michael Walzer, and Rabbi • First, despite the fact that God enant was a morally binding pledge. It enant not just with God but with their on our answer. Jonathan Sacks, argue that the book was the sovereign king, the Israelites was a solemn promise to others, and in fellow Israelites. Richard Doster lives in Fernandina of Exodus “is the master story of freely chose to enter into the covenant. that promise they not only expressed But even the second rabbi wasn’t Beach with his wife, Sally. He’s the Western freedom.” In their view, the Three times the Jewish people were their free will, they also voluntarily quite right. By the terms of the Sinai editor of byFaith, the magazine of the exodus was central to the American given the choice – Moses essentially shouldered vast responsibilities. When covenant, the Jews were also respon- Presbyterian Church in America, and Revolution, because at the heart of asking, are you in or out? Is this what people form a covenant, Guinness says, sible to the unborn and yet-to-be born. attends Grace Community Church in it there was a template for society, you want? Each time they exclaimed they make a morally informed and bind- Look at Deuteronomy 5:3, where Yulee. Reach him at ddoster@icloud. human dignity, freedom, justice, with one voice, “All that the Lord has ing pledge to one another. This means Moses explains, “The Lord our God com.

RELIGION NOTES VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL ‘Sweet Land of Liberty’ Amelia Baptist Church The Springhill Baptist Church choir will present “Sweet Land Amelia Baptist Church will hold an of Liberty” at 10:45 a.m. Sunday. “America … home to a people exciting adventure for children and fami- who long to experience life to the fullest; home to a people willing lies this summer through “Gospeltopia,” to offer and endure what freedom demands. In the aftermath of the a land that you can only imagine. Each senseless and appalling terrorist attacks on Oklahoma City, New evening, children will meet someone new, York City and Washington, D.C., we are once again reminded that learn something new, and experience just as the benefits of freedom touch all of our lives, so does the something new. cost. As valiant as our efforts are to defend all that we hold dear, Vacation Bible Experience registration we are now more aware than ever, that it takes Divine interven- is now open for families with children age tion to give us the wisdom and the courage to protect all that we 4 years old through rising sixth-graders. hold sacred,” an announcement about the production says. The Free supper will be served each afternoon church is located at 941017 Old Nassauville Road in Fernandina at 5:10 p.m. Beginning at 5:30 p.m., chil- Beach. For more information, call 261-4741. dren will experience funny skits, creative arts, games, music, intriguing challenges, Hope House worship and awesome Bible stories. In the wake of repeatedly reading “They did not repent,” in Gospeltopia will kick off Sunday, July Revelation Chapter 16, Jesus says He is coming as a thief. Join us 21, and continue 5:10 to 7:30 p.m. July at noon Tuesday, July 9, as we worship our mighty yet longsuffer- 22-25. The church is located across from ing King and reflect on our own need to repent before His last call. Harris Teeter at 961167 Buccaneer Trail For more information, call 321-0435 or stop by the Salvation Army on Amelia Island. Hope House, located at 410 S. Ninth St. in Fernandina Beach. For information, call 261-9527. To reg- ister, visit ameliabaptist.org. Pastor’s anniversary SUBMITTED Historic Franklintown Community Church of Amelia Island will Family Worship Center Legacy Baptist Church will hold its annual Family Fun Day from 11:30 host an anniversary service for its pastor at 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 18. SonTreasure Island VBS at Fernandina a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. Water slides, a bouncy house, and a cookout will Family Worship Center will be a week be available. The event is followed by the church’s “In the Wild” VBS, Your help makes a difference (July 15-19) of treasure-hunting adventure which will run 5:30-8 p.m. Monday through Friday, July 8-12. Parents can Thank you for helping the Salvation Army Hope House stock in the Caribbean Islands! The VBS runs register their children online at legacybaptistfb.com. The church is located our Emergency Food Pantry month after month! As a result, we 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 941328 Old Nassauville Road in Fernandina Beach. For more informa- were able to supply 224 bags of food and 124 comfort kits in June. Through their adventures, children will tion, call 753-0731. Most needed this week are bottled water, peanut butter and jelly, discover that God’s love is giving, God’s meats, spaghetti sauce, baked beans, fruit, breakfast bars and cere- love is kind, God’s love is caring, God’s al. We also need personal items: insect repellant, deodorant, soap, love is forgiving, and God’s love is forever. family and join us on a safari: “Managing shampoo, toothbrushes, towels and wash cloths. Bring donations Children will have a great time with lively What Belongs to God.” For more informa- Yulee Baptist Church to 410 S. Ninth St. in Fernandina Beach between 10 a.m. and noon songs, silly videos, creative crafts, excit- tion, call 261-0010 and leave a message The church will host “In the Wild – or 1 and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. ing games, Bible stories, and tasty snacks including your phone number. Amazing Encounters with Jesus” VBS – all the things that make VBS so much from 6 to 9 p.m. July 21-25. To register Ladies prayer group fun. On top of that, VBS will help children Solid Rock Church of God online, visit YuleeBaptist.com. For more First Presbyterian Church will host a morning ladies prayer learn about God’s amazing love. For more On your mark, get set, and go! “The information, call 225-5128. Yulee Baptist group from 10:30 a.m. to noon every Tuesday in Jim Thomas Hall. information, call 735-0252. The church is Incredible Race” will explore God’s love is located at 85971 Harts Road in Yulee. The group is open to all interested ladies in the community. The located at 2712 S. 14th St. in Fernandina for the nations as we travel around the church is located at 9 N. Sixth St. in Fernandina Beach. Contact Beach. world. We will discover how the events Yulee United Methodist Church the church office at 261-3837 for additional information. that happened before, during, and after the VBS at Yulee United Methodist Church New Zion Missionary Baptist Tower of Babel have impacted the human VBS will be 6-8 p.m. July 8-12. All children College-age Bible study New Zion MBC, at 10 S. 10th St. in race today. Grab your gear and prepare to from pre-K through fifth grade are wel- Amelia Baptist Church hosts the Bible Study for College Age Fernandina Beach, will hold Vacation Bible set off on the race of a lifetime. come. “Eye Witness – Good News” will group at 7 p.m. each Sunday. For information and directions, call School at 9 a.m. every Sunday through Everyone – children and adults – are the theme of the Bible lesson. Faith, fun, Adam Page at 261-9527. Aug. 4. There will a continental breakfast, invited to attend at Solid Rock Church of and food for all children attending. YUMC Submit event announcements/briefs to: Calendar Listing c/o classes, and activities for all age groups – God by Faith, located at 86138 Palm Tree is located at 86003 Christian Way in Yulee. News-Leader, 511 Ash St., Fernandina Beach, FL 32034; editor2@ seniors to toddlers. All denominations are Drive in Yulee, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. July Parents should call 225-3146 for more fbnewsleader.com; or 261-3696. welcome to participate. Bring your whole 8-12. information and to register.

ULEE APTIST Y HURCH BC Visitors Always Welcome! Doug Sides, Senior Pastor Morning Services 8:15 and 11:00 am Sunday School 9:45 am Worship this week Sunday Evening 6:00 pm Wednesday Prayer Meeting 6:30 pm Wednesday Children 6:30 pm Wednesday ‘Overflow’ Youth 6:30 pm Nursery Provided For All Services

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In the Heart of Fernandina FIRST MISSIONARY 9 N. 6th Street LEGACY BAPTISTCHURCH St. Peter’s Pastor Brian Winburn Dr. Wain Wesberry, Pastor BAPTIST CHURCH 20 South Ninth Street 261-4907 Episcopal Church Rev. Julie Jensen “Teaching and Living a Changed Life Rev. Darien K. Bolden Sr., Pastor Welcomes You! in Jesus Christ” Associate Pastor The Church Located at the corner of 8th &Atlantic SundaySunday School School all agesages 9:30am 9:30am in the Heart of the City Worship 8:30 & 11 am 7:30AM Rite 1 Service SundaySunday Worship Worship Service 10:30am 10:30am With the Desire to be in the Sunday School 8:15AM Breakfast Nursery andNursery children’s provided church provided Heart of All People 9:50 am 9:00AM Rite 2 Service Sunday Services 9:15 & 11:15 a.m. Wednesday Night – Meal at 5:15pm, Sunday New Members Class 9 a.m. Wednesday Night Service 6pm AM Nursery • Children Pastor Conrad Sharps Bible study all ages 5:45pm, Sunday School 9:00 a.m. 10:10 Fellowship Nursery provided Youth • Adults Amelia Plantation Chapel Prayer service 7:00pm - Nursery provided. Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. 11:00AM Rite 2 Wednesday Noon-day Prayer 261-3837 36 Bowman Road 941328941328 Old Nassauville Road Road 6:00PM Beach Eucharist (904)277-4414 www.ameliachapel.com Wednesday Mid-week Service 6:30 4th Sunday – Celtic Service www.first-presbyterian- inin VolunteerVolunteer FireFire Dept.Dept. BuildingBuilding Ministries: Bus & Van, Couples, Singles, church-32034.org You Are Welcome Here! 904-753-0731 Youth

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Where heart & mind meet Christ in love & service FIVE POINTS BAPTIST Amelia Baptist Blackrock Baptist “MORE THAN A CHURCH, WE’RE FAMILY” HOLY “Come Experience the Joy of church Church Worship & Service” Psalm 100 TRINITY 96362 Blackrock Rd., Yulee Rev. FRANK CAMAROTTI, Pastor Pastor: Dr. H. Neil Helton Sunday School ...... 10:00am CHURCH Sunday Worship Service – 10:30am 261-6220 Worship Service ...... 11:00am Evening Worship ...... 5:00pm Anglican Province of America astor Bible Study – 9am John Kasper, p Young Adult Bible Study...... 7:00pm Nursery provided for all services Sunday Morning Worship Service - 10:30 am Wednesday Encounter Youth Group ...... 7:00pm 8:00 AM Holy Communion (said) Small group studies-Adults 6pm Sunday School 9:15 am Children in Action ...... 7:00pm 9:15 AM Sunday Bible College Wednesday Prayer Service ...... 7:00pm Wednesday - Prayer Service 6:30pm Sunday Evening Worship Service - 6:00 pm 736 Bonnieview Road 10:30 AM Holy Communion (sung) Preschool and Children Activities Wednesday Service - 7:00 pm 904-261-4615 Awana - Wednesday 6:45 pm - 8:15 pm The Church with the RED DOORS 961167 BUCCANEER TRAIL Nursery provided In Amelia Park by the YMCA Corner of Buccaneer Tr. & Gerbing Road, Fernandina Bch Nursery Provided WorshipInJoy.com Find us on Facebook: 1830 Lake Park Drive For More Information Call: 261-9527 blackrockbaptist.org Five Points Baptist Encounter Youth 904-491-6082 HolyTrinityAnglican.org

“Discover the Difference” at Christ Fellowship Amelia Baptist ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI Church Advertise Your 10:45 a.m. Sunday Worship Church 850987 U.S. 17 North, Yulee Nursery/Children’s church provided Catholic Mission Sunday School – 9:30am Church Here! Unity. A Positive Path for Spiritual Living Located near Yulee Winn-Dixie Positive Path for Spiritual Living 86000 St. Francis Way Sunday Worship - 10:30am To advertise in the 96038 Lofton Square Court SundaySunday Service at at 10am 10am Intersection of SR200 & Gene Lasserre Blvd. Wednesday Evening – 6:30pm Church Directory; 904-491-0363 at American Beach Community Center American Beach Community Center Weekend Masses: “Messed up people, Saved by Call the www.gracenassau.com 16001600 JuliaJulia StreetStreet Christ, and Loved by God.” ews- eader Focused on Jesus Christ Call UnityIsleofLight 904-518-8987 Sat. Mass 4 p.m. (7:00pm Spanish) N L Pastor J.J. Bradley Faithful to God’s Word www.foru nitymorei sleofinformationlight.com Sun. Mass 8 a.m. (9:30am Family) at 261-3696 All are invited & children are welcomed Overflowing with God’s love All are welcome. Rev. Rafal Mazurowski www.christfellowshipn .org www.stfrancisyulee.org St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Mission Church

NL Friday 07.05.indd 16 7/3/19 10:08 AM Friday, July 5, 2019/News-Leader 5B Community Wild Amelia is going batty Wild Amelia has announced mammals that fly, not just In Florida, they roost in caves, Bats are also pollinators of that the bat – too long vilified, glide. Their wing bone struc- tree cavities, Spanish moss, and many species of plants, like misunderstood, and under- ture is very similar to that under palm fronds, but they also bananas, mangoes, and avoca- appreciated – will be the of the human hand. They are will roost in manmade struc- dos. Bats help fertilize crops “Critter of the Year” for the nocturnal or crepuscular (active tures such as sheds, houses, and assist in seed distribution. program year 2019-20, accord- at dawn and dusk). They are bridges and utility poles. The Bat guano is also a great fertil- ing to a news release. Through not blind, but use echolocation University of Florida is home izer and is sold commercially. its educational programs for to capture their prey. They to the world’s largest manmade The release also notes, adults and children, Wild Amelia can fly up to 25-30 miles bat houses. “While bats are gaining accep- hopes to rectify the reputation each night as they forage for “For far too long, bats have tance for their contributions to of Florida bats. food. been stereotyped as creatures the natural world, it is impor- There are 13 species of Baby bats are called pups to fear,” the release says. Their tant to remember they can Florida bats, among over 1,300 and are usually born in late reputation is being improved in carry viruses, are wildlife, and species worldwide. Some types spring to early summer and Florida and elsewhere by the should not be handled.” of Florida’s bats are common sometimes in groups, called recognition of the benefits bats Wild Amelia will present throughout the state while nurseries. There are usually bring to the ecosystem. Bats educational programs on others live in smaller areas one or two pups born to the bat are a free form of pest control bats during the coming year. or migrate through the state. mother, and the pups can weigh for Floridians. Insectivores, For more information about There are no vampire bats up to 25% of the mother’s they consume hundreds of mos- these and other educational in Florida. Among the more weight, so they require lots quitoes, wasps, ants and other programs for adults and chil- common types of Florida bats of food. Bat mothers are quite insects nightly. It is estimated dren, visit wildamelia.org and are Brazilian or Mexican free- solicitous of their pups for sev- that some bats consume 3,000 Wild Amelia on Facebook. Wild tailed, Southeastern myotis, the eral months, even after they insects a night, equaling their Amelia is an all-volunteer non- SUBMITTED Evening bat, the Eastern red, have learned to fly. body weight. profit. Its program year will cul- Wild Amelia’s “Critter of the Year” for the 2019-20 pro- the Seminole, and the Northern Some bats like to roost “Bat Walks” and “Bat minate May 15-17, 2020 in the gram year will be the bat. Educational programs for adults yellow bat. alone, others in groups, and Watching” are now forms of 14th annual Wild Amelia Nature and children will focus on the 13 species of bats found in Bats are mammals, the only still others in large colonies. entertainment and eco-tourism. Festival. Florida. Meet the farmers behind the food OPTIMIST CLUB KICK STARTS DRIVE The Optimist Club of Fernandina JUDIE MACKIE in Starke on U.S. Highway 301. Beach has again inaugurated this For the News-Leader The Fernandina Beach Market year’s Smart Start school sup- Place is proud to have these ply drive by giving five Salvation If you are looking for straight- farmers in our market. There is Army Hope House campers – and from-the-farm produce, check out nothing better than meeting and their school aged siblings – amply the Fernandina Beach Market talking to the fine folks that are stuffed backpacks. This year, the Place farmers market, open every growing your food. These folks Salvation Army Hope House proj- Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., take on back-breaking work with ects providing 150 Nassau County rain or shine. You’re invited to calloused hands to carve out an students with the supplies they meet the farmers who grow fruits, honest living and bring you the need to begin school on a level vegetables, nuts, and other plants freshest possible choices in what playing field. Recipients include SUBMITTED and vegetation. Their tasty har- you are feeding your families. students in financial need, Nassau County’s foster and court-supervised children vests promote a safer food source. JUDIE MACKIE/FOR THE NEWS-LEADER Bringing a weekly farmers overseen by Family Support Services and students of families participating in Jewish They are never gassed or waxed, Jane Honn’s canned veggies market to Fernandina Beach is Family and Community Services programs. If you’d like a supply list to use while shop- imported, or driven across the are available in the Kings quite a production, and there is ping, have questions, or wish to donate, call 321-0435 or visit the Salvation Army Hope country. By meeting the farmers Kountry Produce booths, a lot of work that goes on behind House at 410 S. Ninth St., at the corner of South Ninth and Date streets. you can ask how they grow and which is always packed full the scenes during the week. We harvest the crops. of seasonal produce, some really appreciate our local spon- Al and Anna Boatright have a of which is also used to sor, Jack and Diane’s Cafe, located farm in Bristol, Ga., and they grow make jellies. on Centre Street. Their assis- squash, onions, corn, beans, peas, tance to the market is priceless, and other seasonal vegetables and they keep their hours con- throughout the year. They drive little plants, the seedlings of herbs venient for market attendees and nearly 100 miles one way to bring and vegetables that pack quite a vendors. This little diner is open your family fresh food from their wallop in nutrients and flavor. for breakfast and lunch Saturdays gardens. Unlike sprouts that are grown in and Sundays and offers many glu- Another farming family is Ava water, microgreens are grown in ten-free and vegan options. Ferguson and Nakoa Cooley. the soil. A study published by the All American Gutter Protec- Their Nassau County farm, Journal of Agricultural and Food tion is our in-market sponsor. Cabbage Creek Farm, employs Chemistry found these edible They offer micro mesh gutter organic farming practices such greens contain up to 40 times guards at highly competitive pric- as cover crops. These non-edible more nutrition than their fully ing. Stop by their booth and ask crops help prevent erosion, con- mature versions. them how to get a leaf- and clog- trol weeds, and enrich the soil. Since 1936, Ganas Pecan free gutter for your home that SUBMITTED Most of their vegetables are Farms from Waycross, Ga. has includes a lifetime performance Pictured are Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida President and CEO Gary Cain, Boys grown in the cooler months of the been managing their pecans from guarantee. & Girls Clubs Nassau County Foundation board member Rose Baugh, BGC Executive year, but during the summer they planting to processing. Kevin This Saturday’s Booth With Director Chris Martin, and BGC Foundation board member Clara Miller, all of whom grow and sell beautiful bouquets Ganas endures the two-hour a Cause will feature Community attended the annual Foundation board meeting. of cut flowers. They also have drive one way, twice a month to Hospice, and the OneBlood Bus fresh herbs like dill, basil, mint, set up his booth in the Fernandina will be on-site so you can walk in and garlic. This friendly couple Beach Market Place. You’ll find and save lives by donating blood. have extensive farm backgrounds, candied pecans, chocolate-cov- Saturday’s blood drive is spon- BGC Foundation board meeting and are raising their two young ered pecans, glazed pecans, tiger sored by American Legion Post children to also care for the land. paws, praline pecans, and roasted, 54, OneBlood has a particular The Boys & Girls Clubs of Nassau County went to board members Clara Miller, Steve Bacon’s Select Produce is salted and of course raw pecans need for platelets. Chemotherapy Foundation recently held its annual board meeting Nadeau, Ann Moser, Joan Sheppard, Bill Gower, also a family farm that grows in shells, cracked and blown, in has harsh side effects and plate- to select a new board and officers and recognize Nancy Carpenter, Van Dyke Walker, Rose butterhead and Romaine let- halves or in pieces. Kevin also lets are often used for treatment, service to the Foundation, according to a news Baugh, Charlotte Roberts, John Elwell and Tim tuce, kale, and European seed- stirs up traditional boiled peanuts. but they only have a five-day shelf release. Flanagan; staff members DeCarroll Baker, less cucumbers in greenhouses Every Saturday of the year, it life. Appointments between 9 a.m. Gary Cain, president and CEO of Boys & Patrick Johnson, Carolyn Mobley, Sherryl Smith, located in Oceanway. They have takes about two hours for Kings and noon are still available. Call Girls Clubs of Central Florida, installed Steve and Jamie Thompson; and volunteers Geof a hydroponic farm, growing deli- Kountry Produce to make the 888-9-DONATE (888-936-6283) Nadeau, Joan Sheppard, Rose Baugh, Van Dyke McKisson and Alan Donaldson. McKisson and cious produce not in the soil but drive from Starke. Tommy King for more information or stop by Walker and Nancy Carpenter as directors. Cain Donaldson were also recognized as Volunteers in a series of tubes nourished by and Jane Honn set up two booths the Big Red Bus to learn more. also installed Bill Stash as treasurer, Charlotte of the Year. water. When they sell the lettuce, packed full of seasonal produce Amazing Saxophonist Gabriel Roberts as secretary, Ann Moser and Van Dyke Arlyse McDowell received a staff award with the roots still intact, you will grown by the King family like Arnold will be performing Walker as vice presidents, and Steve Nadeau as in “Recognition for Devoted Service” for her be astonished at how much longer strawberries, squash, broccoli, Saturday at the market. board president. involvement with the Tipping the Scale Program. this lettuce will stay crisp. and greens, as well as pickled To learn more about our ven- In addition, the National Service to Youth Other board members recognized for service on Gypsy Greens Microgreens is beets, pickles, traditional jellies. dors or to become a sponsor, Award, given to Club staff, board members the Board of Directors were Bill Stash, Mike a local organic, boutique micro- and more that Jane creates. Their visit our web page at Fernandina and volunteers who have attained five or more McClane, Tim Poynter, Dallas Palecek, Michael green farm. Microgreens are tiny farm also offers a roadside stand BeachMarketPlace.com. years of service to the Boys & Girls Clubs, Littlestone and Steve Garrett. Welcome to God’s House

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