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ANGELA DAUGHTRY city property for condo development. was a proposal to erect parking kiosks, News-Leader They indicated they may not including at the beach and downtown approve pay raises for city employees New fees could be levied for parking, stormwater – a proposal that has proven particu- Fernandina Beach Commissioners and will take new steps to cut collection, electricity use and parks and recreation. larly unpopular with residents. Most and staff began thrashing out ways to nonessential city spending. commissioners, however, said they cut spending and raise revenues at a The commission did not respond would not be completely opposed to budget workshop Monday. to seven non-profit organizations that City Manager Michael Czymbor, in among other factors, he said. parking kiosks somewhere in the city. Commissioners debated whether appealed for funding at the meeting. an overview of the proposed budget, In addition to putting a freeze on “all Commissioner Tim Poynter, even to implement paid parking, add a new There will be at least one more told commissioners that property tax non-critical measures” back in though he owns a restaurant down- stormwater fee for residents and busi- budget workshop on Aug. 24 at 5:30 changes and the economic climate February, Czymbor and staff have town, said he would be in favor of a nesses, increase fees on residents’ elec- p.m. at City Hall, 204 Ash St. Two pub- were responsible for significant budg- come up with a number of budget cut- pilot program for paid parking, as long tric bills, assess fees to organizations lic hearings on the proposed budget for et shortfalls. Rising electrical and fuel backs as well as some “creative” rev- as it was at no cost to the city. “We that use city ballfields, charge nonres- the fiscal year that begins Oct. 1 will fol- costs and an increase in city pension enue opportunities. idents more to use city facilities and sell low in September. contributions have also depleted funds, One of those revenue generators CITY Continued on 3A ENJOYING THE SOUNDS County lobbyists ‘earn’ $135,000

RYAN SMITH County’s extra News-Leader funds were directly attributable to the The Nassau County Commission efforts of the lob- renewed Monday the contracts of its byists. They dis- state and federal lobbyists for a com- missed the idea bined expenditure of $135,000. that the money, The law firm of Jacobs, Scholz and from President Associates, hired last year to lobby at Obama’s American the federal level, was given a new con- Jacobs Reinvestment and tract worth $75,000 for the next fiscal Recovery Act, year. would have come State lobbyist Mark Anderson’s to the county in the same amount with- $60,000 contract also was renewed. out the lobbyists’ efforts. Nassau County received higher fed- “I think they’ve made quite a record eral stimulus funding per capita this of accomplishment,” said Commission- year than any of the surrounding coun- er Mike Boyle. “One of the things I’ve ties – about $876 per person compared heard around the community is, ‘Well, to Duval’s $163, Clay’s $136 and St. the money was coming here anyway. Johns’ $80, according to the commis- Are they really responsible for this?’ ... sion. Nassau is ranked second I think surrounding counties are prob- statewide in per capita federal fund- ably wondering, ‘How did Nassau ing, behind Marin County. County get all this money?’” That’s because $55 million of “We’ve gathered all the facts, all Nassau’s $61 million in federal funds is the figures, and brought them togeth- slated for one project long on the coun- er,” said lobbyist Buddy Jacobs. “That’s ty’s wish list – additional lanes and what we do.” repair along A1A near Callahan. Commissioners said Nassau COUNTY Continued on 3A Hundreds of peo- ple enjoy Sounds on Centre on a warm Friday night in downtown Fernandina Beach Board admonishes a week ago, above. Face for Radio played and people – and dogs, left, – county fire chief danced to the music. The free community con- RYAN SMITH certs are held the News-Leader first Friday of each month during the Nassau County Fire Chief Chuck warm weather and Cooper has been directed to issue a are sponsored by formal apology to a firefighter under the Historic his command. Fernandina Nassau County Commissioners Business instructed Cooper to apologize to Lt. Association and Curtis Bollinger after they upheld Cooper Bollinger local business Wednesday part of a grievance filed by sponsors. Bollinger in May. This is a separate PHOTOS BY ROBERT FIEGE complaint against Cooper, who was tions to teach a class for firefighters. NEWS-LEADER accused in July of endangerment and The investigation began in April abusive conduct by the firefighters’ when Cooper received word Bollinger union. was teaching a Firefighter 1 class, Bollinger’s grievance claimed which requires a state-certified instruc- Cooper violated his rights under the tor, and possibly accepting money to Firefighter’s Bill of Rights, along with do so. Those charges were subse- Nassau County rules and regulations, quently determined to be unfounded during an investigation the fire chief conducted into Bollinger’s qualifica- FIRE Continued on 3A Council on Aging moves ahead on new building

ANGELA DAUGHTRY North 14th Street, where the Nassau Affairs, a restrictive covenant also is not cost-effective to keep the old build- mercy of investments.” Fundraising News-Leader County Annex building is now located. being written that will guarantee the ing.” also has been difficult, he said, Also the site of the former Humphrey’s property is used for senior services. The grant from DEA is $500,000, because “even people that have money The Council on Aging relocation Memorial Hospital, the property Willette says an environmental but Willette says total cost for con- are being cautious ... we’re all kind of project approved by city commission- belongs to Nassau County but a lease analysis has been completed, which struction will be about $2.1 million. in a similar boat.” Willette added, how- ers in 2008 has quite a few hurdles to with the city is being negotiated. showed the site was clean of certain The center is looking toward state and ever, that recently “things are begin- jump, but according to executive direc- Willette, who became executive hazardous materials, but since both federal grants, charitable foundations ning to pick up.” tor Ken Willette, will still meet its 2011 director of the senior center last lead-based paint and asbestos have and fundraising efforts to cover the There is no federal stimulus money deadline. January, says the county wishes to been found in the building, it must be cost. The city also has committed to available for the relocation project, Because it must vacate its current retain ownership of the property, and demolished. Demolition, he said, $150,000 over three years for the entire said Willette, although the center is location at South 18th Street by the both city and county attorneys have would be funded by both the city of project. under contract to receive $30,000 in end of 2011, a suitable spot for the been working on drafting a lease. And Fernandina Beach and Nassau County. Willette says the economy has stimulus money for elderly nutrition. senior services center was found at because the center is using a capital “The building has also had break- affected charitable foundations, the corner of Atlantic Avenue and grant from the Department of Elder ins and vandalism,” said Willette. “It’s because many of them are “at the AGING Continued on 3A

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2A FRIDAY, August 14, 2009 NEWS News-Leader LOOKING BACK E-scams on rise as economy slumps 50 YEARS AGO wastewater into the south JACKSONVILLE – In the account or avoid possible collection receive their bill. Amelia River. face of the current economic PPAAGGEE credit card actions. AT&T advises customers August 15, 1984 slump, consumers are more informa- Consumers should pay to return calls to familiar num- Dr. G.B. Brewton, county concerned about being duped tion. Make close attention to their bills. If bers only. They may call direc- physician, announced he 10 YEARS AGO by scams. Scammers are still sure a unauthorized charges appear, tory assistance or long dis- would resign effective Sept. relying on old phone and 2 website is customers should first call the tance operator to check the 1. Internet tricks – and even secure by vendor to have the charges area code location. September 1, 1959 Home sales in Florida applying old scams to new checking removed from their bill. • E-mail viruses and jumped 16 percent over the technologies. AT&T is educat- to see whether there is an “s” • Slamming: worms: 25 YEARS AGO same month the previous ing consumers by sharing after the “http” in the address Much like cramming, The recent Conficker year, according to the information about the most and a lock icon at the bottom “slamming” involves changes worm is just the latest exam- State officials rejected a Florida Association of common communication of the screen. Both are indica- to customers’ phone service ple. Viruses and worms are proposal by Amelia Island Realtors. scams and threats, along with tors that the site is secure. without their knowledge, in computer programs that may Waterworks to dump treated August 11, 1999 tips to keep them from falling • SMiShing: this case by switching their arrive in an e-mail attachment victim to fraud. Phishing scammers have communications providers. and can be destructive to com- According to the 2008 even taken the leap from Scammers will call and mis- puters. Viruses can hide in a Internet Crime Report, the wired services to wireless, represent themselves to cus- computer’s program or sys- total dollar loss from all with the cell phone equivalent tomers and ask questions tem files, and often look like referred cases of fraud was dubbed “SMiShing.” This new about their account informa- something they are not, such $264.6 million in 2008 – up form of identity theft also tion. as a picture, screen saver or from $239.1 million in 2007. attempts to compromise con- When a caller offers to even a web link. Worms are To protect themselves, sumers’ financial information switch your phone service to a software components capable consumers should be aware of and password data by direct- new provider or requests sen- of infecting a computer and the following top scams: ing them to a counterfeit web- sitive information, ask ques- then using that computer to • Phishing: site or to a toll free number. tions. Always verify the identi- infect another computer, Also known as “spoofing,” Consumers receive text mes- ty of the company, what it spreading rapidly without phishing is a common trick sages (also known as SMS offers and at what price, and assistance. Internet scammers use to messages) that direct them to get contact information for the AT&T offers e-mail protec- “fish” for consumers’ financial the counterfeit website trying service representative. tion that customers can con- information and password to get their personal informa- • 809 Area Code: figure so that it detects virus- data using fake company e- tion. The 809 area code is a es and worms before the mails and websites. The scam- Avoid clicking on links in legitimate area code for the e-mail is delivered to the com- mers send e-mails that appear an unsolicited text message. Dominican Republic. puter, and also offers down- to be from well-known compa- • Cramming: However, in this scam, con- loadable PC protection for nies but contain links to fraud- Cramming occurs when sumers usually receive a mes- AT&T high speed Internet ulent web pages disguised to unauthorized charges appear sage telling them to call a customers. look nearly identical to legiti- on consumers’ wireless or phone number with an 809, Customers can also make mate companies’ sites. The home phone bills. To avoid 284 or 876 area code in order sure they are safeguarded sites ask consumers to enter being a victim of cramming, to collect a prize or find out against e-mail viruses by mak- current financial and personal consumers should pay close information about a sick rela- ing sure their software is information such as user IDs, attention to their bills. When tive. The caller assumes the always up-to-date. Social Security numbers, bank consumers believe they are number is a typical three-digit To learn more about pro- or credit card account num- victims of cramming, they U.S. area code, but the caller tecting yourself, visit bers and ATM passwords. should call the service is actually connected to a www.att.com/safety. Use caution if you receive provider associated with the phone number outside the The Internet Crime any e-mail requesting person- charge and dispute the United States, often in Canada Report, www.ic3.gov/media/ al and/or credit card account charge. It is necessary for the or the Caribbean, and charged annualreport/2008_IC3Report information. AT&T never consumer to contact the actu- international call rates. .pdf, is published by the sends e-mail requests to its al service provider to conclu- Unfortunately, consumers Internet Crime Complaint customers asking for personal sively resolve the issue and to don’t find out until they Center (IC3).

WEEKLY UPDATE OBITUARY Aviation classes OLEY Foundation, a national non-profit asso- Ronald F. Shenk ciation for patients with chronic conditions. Florida State College at Jacksonville is He recently moved to Amelia Island. Call Mr. Ronald F. Shenk, age 80, offering fall term Aviation and Air Traffic Renee Stoffel at 321-0898 for information. of Fernandina Beach, passed Control classes at the Betty P. Cook Nassau away on, Tuesday morning, Center. Registration is in progress for the fol- Alzheimer’s support August 11, 2009. He was a res- lowing classes that begin the week of Aug. 31 The Alzheimer’s/Dementia Support ident of Quality Health Care and end the week of Dec. 18. Classes are held Group for Nassau County meets 1:30-2:30 since October, in the state-of-the-art aviation lab. Aviation p.m. the third Thursday of each month at the 2005. Weather is Tuesdays from 6-9 p.m.; Council on Aging, 1367 South 18th St. The Born in Environment of the Air Traffic Controller is next meeting is Aug. 20 with Heather Schuylkill Wednesdays from 6-9:15 p.m. Wellman, Events and Community Outreach Haven, PA, he To register for classes or for information coordinator for the Alzheimer’s Association had been a call the Nassau Center at 548-4432. who will discuss plans to organize a commu- Fernandina NACDAC meets nity event to promote Alzheimer’s Awareness. Beach resident If you have an interest in helping plan an since moving from Lancaster, Members of the community interested in event, please attend to give your input. This PA in 1994. the prevention and elimination of underage meeting is open to the public. For informa- Mr. Shenk had worked in drinking and drug use within Nassau County tion, call Ann Smith, R.N. at 491-3222. the Retail Store Display are invited to attend this month’s Nassau Industry for many years. He Alcohol, Crime and Drug Abatement Coali- Homeless coalition worked for Macy’s Federated tion (NACDAC) meeting on Aug. 18 at 4 p.m. A membership meeting of the Coalition for Department Stores in New NACDAC is a non-profit coalition created the Homeless of Nassau County will be held York City as a Display Manager to support and encourage drug-free lifestyles Aug. 20 at 9:30 a.m. at the Peck Center. For and in later years owned Ed for the youth of Nassau County. It meets the information about the coalition or the meeting Ron Fixtures of New York. third Tuesday of every month at 4 p.m. at the call Tom Washburn at 491-1753. He was Episcopal by faith. County Building at 86026 Pages Dairy Road, He was the only child born to Yulee. For information, visit www.nacdac.org Health talk Robert Shenk and Ulrica or call Jean Bardes at 753-2551. A “Federal Healthcare Reform (Walker) Shenk, who prede- Conversation” hosted by State Rep. Janet ceased him. Diabetes education Adkins, the Health Planning Council of He leaves behind, his com- The Nassau County Health Department is Northeast Florida, Inc. and Florida CHAIN, in panion, Ron Kurtz, Fernandina offering a series of four, two-hour diabetes cooperation with Florida Community College Beach, FL. classes on Wednesdays Aug. 19, 26, Sept. 2 at Jacksonville, has been rescheduled to Aug. A private service is planned and 9 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Callahan Tax 27 from 6-8 p.m. at the Betty P. Cook Nassau at a later date. Collector’s office, 45401 Mickler St., Callahan. Center in the “Red” Bean Technical Career Please share his life story Registration fee is $20 and $10 for NCSD Center, Room T126, 76346 William Burgess at www.oxleyheard.com. employees. For questions or to register con- Blvd., Yulee. The public is invited to attend. Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors tact Jen Nicholson, RD, LD/N, Healthy For more information, contact Amanda Communities Healthy People program man- Young, communications director, at 491-3664. ager at 548-1853 or e-mail DEATH NOTICE [email protected]. Healing retreat Stroke support A Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat is scheduled Dustin James Crone, 19, for the Jacksonville area the weekend of Sept. died Saturday, Aug. 8, 2009. He A Stroke Support Group meeting will be 11-13. This weekend retreat offers men and was a native and lifelong resi- held at 10:30 a.m. Aug. 19 at Savannah Grand women a supportive, confidential and non- dent of Jacksonville. Funeral of Amelia Island, 1900 Amelia Trace Court, judgmental environment to express, release services were held at 2 p.m. Fernandina Beach. and reconcile painful post-abortive emotions Tuesday, Aug. 11 in the © 2009 American Profile Hometown Content Service Guest speaker Rick Davis will talk about and to begin the process of restoration, Stephens Chapel at Green Pine “Preventing a New or Recurrent Stroke.” renewal and healing. Funeral Home with the Rev. Davis was president of the Salt Lake City To register call (904) 221-3232 or e-mail Gary Blanton officiating. 511 Ash Street, Convention & Visitors Bureau, preparing to [email protected]. Other loca- Interment followed in Ferreira Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 host the 2002 Winter Olympics, when he had tions and dates for retreats throughout Cemetery. a stroke. 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come to a Another Parks & Recreation programs. COUNTY AGING Continued from 1A head simulta- CITY Continued from 1A potential rev- The city also could start charg- Continued from 1A Those funds will go toward the neously.” could start on Centre Street,” enue source ing “user fees” to organizations “I think this is a testament center’s Meals on Wheels pro- A 10-mem- Poynter said. “Most of the peo- would be to that use city fields. to the hard work you’ve gram as well as meals in senior ber board of ple who park on Centre Street increase a Czymbor said the city could done,” said Commissioner centers. directors and work in the stores and live Florida Pub- see up to $17,000 in increased Walter Boatright. Federal stimulus funds were steering com- above them. ... They would lic Utilities funds, but that still would not “I’ve available for medical facilities, mittee are leave the parking for visitors franchise fee be close to covering city main- seen first- Willette said, but center did not Willette helping with and park somewhere (else).” Czymbor up to 6 per- tenance fees. hand how qualify for those. the search for “We need new revenue cent. Bunch said the city could these peo- Elderly services are becom- grants. Local sources,” said Poynter. “We “I’m re- require each league to main- ple do their ing more crucial, Willette says, architect Jose Miranda has could earmark (parking) luctant on the franchise fee tain its own fields, thus freeing job from because of the aging baby been chosen to design the new money for improvements ... it increase,” said Commissioner city workers to do other jobs. Washing- boomer population. “The fore- facility. would be much more salable Ken Walker. “That’s going to The city also could collect ton, D.C., cast for the future is astound- The Nassau County Council (to business owners).” add a couple bucks ... a person increased stormwater fees by to Tallahas- Boatright ing,” he said, noting that in 2030 on Aging has one facility on Poynter also noted that the on a fixed income might feel it. establishing a Stormwater see, so I’m more than 30 percent of the South 18th Street in Fernandina parking lot behind his restau- I would generally be against Utility Fund. The fees would probably a population would be over 65 Beach, which is owned by rant, Café Karibo, is underuti- that.” be calculated, said Czymbor, bit biased in their favor,” years old, while the number of Baptist Medical Center, and its lized. “We just need people to Commissioner Eric Child- according to the pervious and Commission Chair Barry people over 80 will quadruple in own facility in Hilliard. The cen- drive around the block and ers said that, at $1.50 per $100, impervious surfaces of all res- Holloway said. that same time period. “The ters offer in-home services, walk,” he said. the increase was not as signif- idential and commercial prop- Holloway also praised need is growing at a rapid rate,” transportation, health care, Czymbor said he didn’t icant as he first thought. “I’m erties and could amount to $4- Anderson’s efforts at the state he said. adult daycare and meals to the want to “get into the gory inclined to approve that,” he 8 a month per residence. level. Willette said he was not wor- area’s senior citizens. The details (of paid parking) said, but added that “the dis- Czymbor also brought up “I’ve spent quite a lot of ried about the 2011 deadline for Council on Aging also coordi- because it’s been overblown.” enfranchised and those on a several ways the city could time in Tallahassee with Mr. the new building. “There’s still nates services with many other However, he added, “I reject fixed income will be able to decrease expenditures, includ- Anderson, and I can adequate time, but we need to local agencies to offer legal aid, that this community is different afford it least.” ing no wage increases for tell you he works hard,” he be making significant progress emergency referrals and many from other communities ... we Selling some of the city’s employees except those under said. ... there are separate but other services. should look at provable tech- surplus real estate could poten- a union contract. [email protected] connected issues that have to [email protected] niques, not just because it’s a tially bring in $1.8 million, “I’m not for giving a raise at revenue source ... (we could) Czymbor said. Most of that all this year,” said Childers. put out an RFP and ask to do a unused real estate is property “Everybody else is sucking it were violated,” Bollinger said. “I office and given me all the per- pilot program at no cost to the that has reverted back to the up. I think city employees FIRE Continued from 1A believe that the chief willfully tinent documentation, we city, with some revenue shar- city because of taxes. The 10 should, too.” – Bollinger was training fire- departed from the truth, and wouldn’t be here. If my rights ing.” parcels in question are resi- “I think we have fabulous fighters, but only in accordance he did omit information that he hadn’t been violated, we would- Commissioner Jeffery dential-zoned, he said, and city employees,” said Steger, with his duties as a lieutenant – knew. ... The possible outcome n’t be here. Bunch said he agreed with have water and sewer in place. “(but) I’m opposed to any pay and the investigation was of this investigation based on “... (But) every time it was, Poynter about earmarking the Czymbor also noted that the increases this year. ... If you dropped. that omitted information could ‘Here’s another paper, here’s money from paid parking. “The buildable lots could be devel- call banks in the area, they However, Bollinger claimed have endangered my career, another paper, here’s another money should be put back into oped with condos or duplexes, would say no one is getting a Cooper violated his rights by and that would have devastated paper.’ I never knew what was parking and stormwater (col- which would provide another raise ... it’s a reality check.” withholding information about me and my family.” around the corner. I felt cor- lection),” he said. “We could revenue source for the city. Poynter went a step further, the complete nature of the Bollinger did take money nered and coerced.” build a two-story parking Bunch said he was not saying the commissioners charges before questioning him from Waite for a registration The commission voted unan- garage right here.” against selling property, and themselves should take a pay and by not telling Bollinger who fee, but passed it along to imously to uphold Bollinger’s “I can’t buy into (paid park- said he would like to see which cut. “We’re asking people to made the complaint against him Waite’s instructor of record, he contention that his rights were ing) just yet,” said Mayor property the city owns on a take pay cuts. Maybe we until asked. said. violated. However, they dis- Susan Steger. “We’re going to map – but added, “once we sell should do the same,” he said. Bollinger’s grievance was Cooper said his hope during missed the charges of violating have 12 ugly kiosks on Centre property we can’t get it back.” Non-profit organizations denied by Deputy Chief Sam the investigation was to clear Nassau County policy and pro- Street.” She noted that park- “I’d like to talk about selling asking for funds included the Young, who was present at the Bollinger, whom both he and cedures. They reinstated two ing meters could prevent eld- real estate,” said Poynter. Amelia Island Museum of interrogation in April, Cooper Young described as one of the leave days Bollinger had taken erly people from going down- “(But) who’s going to buy this History, Chamber Music and County Coordinator best firefighters in the depart- during the investigation and town, but did concede that “we stuff?” Festival, Family Support Edward Sealover before com- ment. instructed Cooper to write a let- have an issue with (downtown) Most commissioners seem- Services, Amelia Island Film ing before the commission. “The information that was ter of apology to Bollinger. employees parking where they ed to be in favor of increasing Festival, Council on Aging and “My ruling was basically given to Lt. Bollinger by me was [email protected] shouldn’t be.” nonresident fees to use city Boys and Girls Club. this: Lt. 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4A FRIDAY, August 14, 2009 NEWS News-Leader West Side schools Counterfeiting charges dropped

get better grades JASON YURGARTIS According the group was out at sea, News-Leader to reports, Rodeffer’s truck was parked in KATHIE COLGROVE He added that administra- Rimes said he the woman’s driveway and was Community Newspapers tors and teachers would focus Charges have been dropped and his girl- obstructing entry to the home. on improving the grades of stu- – at least temporarily – against friend, Carver, As part of a standing agree- Both West Side high dents in the lower quartile, a Fernandina Beach man and reprinted the ment, owners of vehicles schools won state appeals to another factor in the C grade. two Georgia residents arrest- money in parked in the driveway for fish- have their FCAT scores raised “We still know the lower ed in Collier County on July 17 Rodeffer’s ing trips are required to leave a letter grade. quartile is a group we need to for possessing 10 or more coun- Rimes Rodeffer Carver truck as the an ignition key for easy move- West Nassau High School’s work with,” Booker said. terfeit bills and fraud to obtain three were ment if necessary. grade rose from a D to a C, “We’re relieved and felt confi- property under $20,000. heading south According to reports, the while Hilliard Middle-Senior dent the appeal would be The state was unable to file what comes out of this meet- for an overnight offshore fish- woman looked in the unlocked High School’s B went to approved.” charges Aug. 7 in Collier ing,” she said. ing trip to the Dry Tortugas. truck for the key, and upon an A. Hilliard’s improved grade County Circuit Court against Rodeffer’s attorney, Naples- Rimes said he got the idea to opening the glove box, saw sev- Administrators from each delighted former principal Joseph Edward Rimes, 35, of based Rodolfo Linares, said his wash $1 bills with a household eral washed out bills and some school filed appeals with the Dale Braddock. “That put us Fernandina Beach, William client is “an upstanding citizen cleaner, then print $100 cur- suspicious looking $100 bills. Florida Department of repeat, those two A’s, back-to- David Rodeffer III, 32, a former and justice was served.” rency on them after watching a She then notified local author- Education last month. back in Hilliard,” he said. Fernandina resident who now Linares, who did not repre- Chris Hansen undercover spe- ities. An appeal for WNHS was The school was eligible for lives in Folkston, Ga., and sent Rimes or Carver, said, “It’s cial on the NBC show On July 17, the group filed after a data review 10 bonus points, but did not Valerie Marietta Carver, 25, of my understanding that (the “Dateline” that described a sim- returned to land, at which time revealed an error in the 11th receive them because the ESE Alma, Ga. prosecution) didn’t have ilar scheme in Las Vegas, detectives from the Collier and 12th grade retake column, students’ scores were not con- The State Attorney’s Office enough evidence to prove their reports stated. County Sheriff’s Office resulting in a loss of points sidered when calculating the of the 20th District, which han- case.” Carver reportedly told Economic Crimes and necessary to give the school a percent of juniors and seniors dled the case, cited insufficient The arrests were made police she spent about $1,000 of Surveillance Units along with C letter grade. who passed the retake exams. evidence as the reason. when authorities alleged they the counterfeit money to pur- agents from the U.S. Secret “We were one point from a “They had excluded our Collier County Sheriff’s found 42 counterfeit $100 bills, chase food and other items and Service made a traffic stop on B initially. This score gives us ESE students and we appealed Office Public Information two counterfeit $20 bills, a lap- Rodeffer allegedly admitted to the pickup due to the license 10 bonus points which puts us that because that’s discrimi- Officer Michelle Batten said top, two printers, crayons, col- washing, producing and spend- plate being completely at a C,” said WNHS Principal natory,” Braddock said. the detective handling the case ored pencils and a laptop bag ing the counterfeit currency. obscured by a non-transparent Ron Booker Tuesday. “One With the school now receiv- was to meet Thursday with the with documents belonging to The Collier County Sheriff’s cover. Rodeffer consented to a point, one student makes the ing an A, the teachers will be prosecutor to discuss why the Rimes – including test patterns Office was tipped off July 16 search of the vehicle and the difference.” eligible for recognition funds. charges were dropped. for the counterfeit U.S. cur- about the trio’s alleged scheme contraband was confiscated, The appeal asked that Overall, Braddock, in his “Whether there will be addi- rency – inside Rodeffer’s white by the mother of the man who authorities reported. bonus points be recalculated new role as director of sec- tional charges filed depends on 2006 GMC pickup. guided their fishing trip. While [email protected] after removing a student that ondary education, said, had already passed the grad- “Everybody should be happy uation requirements and for the West Side.” ACT/SAT tests, according to Hilliard resident Brent M HELPING OTHERS an Aug. 11 letter from the state Tilley began serving as education department. HMSHS principal July 1. “We had indicated that on The changes are reflected our report to the Florida at www.schoolgrades.fldoe. She helps those with low vision Department of Education. org. They forgot to take him out. It kcolgrove@ nassau was a mistake,” said Booker. countyrecord.com HEATHER A. PERRY News-Leader

Five years ago, an eye exam revealed that Marsha State DCF moves to Riley had the beginnings of age-related macular degenera- tion (AMD). “Thankfully, after four new office in Yulee years of monthly injections into both eyes, my vision has The Florida Department of apply for public assistance on been saved as I continue Children and Families office any computer with Internet receiving them. I look for- in Nassau County has moved access by going to www.myflo ward to the next medical to a new location in Yulee. rida.com/accessflorida. breakthrough,” said Riley, The new location is 463688 People who are already whose mother was not quite SR 200, Suite 3, Yulee, adja- receiving food stamps or other so lucky. Her AMD was diag- cent to the UPS store. economic assistance from the nosed at age 82 and she is The same services that department and have ques- now legally blind. have been available at the tions about their services can Riley has been involved in Fernandina Beach site will also call 1-866-762-2237. They can the Nassau Council of the be offered at the Yulee site. also go online to myflorida. Visually Impaired and Blind These services include the com/accessfloridas. since its creation in 2007 and department’s ACCESS Florida Additionally people are is currently serving a two- program for Food Stamps, encouraged to sign up for the year term as president of its Temporary Cash Assistance “My ACCESS Account” serv- board. and Medicaid. ice at the website. This service “Being a volunteer has Computers will be available provides convenience for those been a catalyst for my own for persons who need to apply receiving food stamps and eco- healing,” said Riley. “Learning for these services. However, nomic assistance. the news that you are going HEATHER A. PERRY/NEWS-LEADER it is not necessary to come to Those who need to contact blind is hard to take – cata- President Marsha Riley addresses a meeting of the Nassau Council for the Visually the office to apply for any of the Family Safety office can strophic! Since I am visually Impaired and Blind on Aug. 3. these services. Persons can call 548-9300. impaired also, my understand- ing and compassion of the tri- als of others similarly handi- Originally from Prince Tzu, Patches. Volunteers are welcomed capped, is acute.” William County in Northern Anyone, whether visually as members. Drivers are Now Registering ‘These men and women Virginia, Riley “fell in love impaired or blind or not, can always needed, as are com- are enjoying life as they learn with Amelia” after visiting her join the council, which is a puter gurus who can teach for Fall Classes 2009-2010 to accept the handicap and sister in 1993. member of the Florida basic skills on two computers Ages 2 - Adult work with it. My life is She and her husband, Council of the Blind. donated by the Council on Classes begin August 17th enriched by being able to help Bob, moved to Fernandina Membership fees are $10 per Aging. them accomplish the things Beach in 2000. They share year. Tax-deductible donations they didn’t realize they could their Fernandina abode with a Group members have are welcome and may be Musical Theater still do.” five-year-old rescued Shih varying degrees of visual mailed to NCVIB, c/o Council Classical Ballet impairments, caused at birth on Aging, 1367 South 18th St. or by injuries and disease. Fernandina Beach, FL 32034.

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Three years, eight months continued, dam Declaration established and seven days after the brutal the Japan- terms for an unconditional attack on Pearl Harbor on Dec. ese Empire Japanese surrender. It was 7, 1941, Americans would expe- started its issued on July 26, 1945 by rience the finale to their second own act Harry Truman, Winston World War. A little after noon- toward ret- Churchill and Chiang Kai-shek. time on Aug. 15, 1945, Tokyo ribution. Though the Japanese losses time, (Aug. 14, North American The were staggering, the Japanese time) the Emperor of Japan horrific and refused to concede, flatly reject- announced over the radio devastating ing the proclamation. Japan’s unconditional surren- VETERAN’S bombing of On Aug. 6, 1945 U.S. radio der to Allied Forces. 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his past week, I was fortunate to play on the line and have sacri- neighbors, as Americans – to ensure that each in the Wounded Warrior charity golf ficed so much to keep us of these patriots and their families receive the tournament. This commendable proj- safe. Yet too often, sitting in care necessary to live their lives to the fullest. T ect aims to raise awareness and the comfort and safety they Over the last several months, so many enlist the support of the public’s aid for severe- fought to provide, those of us politicians have felt the need to apologize for ly injured servicemen and women while at the back home forget the sacri- America. After participating in an event yester- F LORIDA’ S O LDEST W EEKLY N EWSPAPER same time creating an environment of support fices made and allow these day where so many people came out to show E STABLISHED IN 1854 that allows these injured heroes to recuperate valiant individuals to slip into their support for our wounded heroes, it makes with high-quality care and treatments. obscurity. you realize why we are better off applauding The News-Leader is published with pride weekly As a result of our Global War on Terror, One of the young men I America. for the people of Nassau County by Community nearly 35,000 United States service personnel MAKING met over the weekend was We have a chance to serve our wounded Newspapers, Inc., Athens, Georgia. We believe have been seriously wounded in combat. SENSE golfing with a prosthetic warriors, not simply out of a sense of duty, but that strong newspapers build strong communi- Shockingly, out of the 755,000 veterans of the device. He lost his leg to an in celebration of the freedom and nobility of ties – “Newspapers get things done!” Our primary Iraq and Afghanistan wars, the Department of IED explosion. When I see this country and those who have bled to make goal is to publish distinguished and profitable Veterans Affairs says more than 181,000 are Michael that sacrifice, how can I not it so. I am honored to stand beside these men community-oriented newspapers. This mission collecting disability benefits of some type — respond with gratitude and and women in any way I can, knowing that will be accomplished through the teamwork of Reagan professionals dedicated to the truth, integrity, qual- many requiring grueling physical therapy and with action? while our roles have been different, our fight is ity and hard work. continuing care in an attempt to get about with The Wounded Warrior Project, and others the same, and this great country is our shared their daily lives. And not surprisingly, many like them, has put their full resources behind heritage. FOY R. MALOY JR ., PUBLISHER young men and women are returning with advocating for these heroes. It’s time to ensure I ask each of you to visit www.woundedwar- MICHAEL PARNELL, EDITOR emotional scars that may take years to uncov- that not only are our veterans given the riorproject.com to learn more about their MIKE HANKINS, ADVERTISING DIRECTOR er and resolve. resources they need, but also that those of us efforts. As your situation allows, I ask that you ROBERT FIEGE, PRODUCTION DIRECTOR Only half of the wounded are able to return who benefited from the protection of our take the extra step of volunteering your time or to duty. The rest of these courageous veterans BOB TIMPE, CIRCULATION DIRECTOR armed forces work not only for the quality of donating to their effort. Those who have who have suffered so much not only deal with their medical care, but also their quality of life. fought for us, who continue to fight for us, the physical loss, but also the loss of their This includes support for continued GI Bills, must never be forgotten. TOM WOOD DINK NESMITH livelihood and community. This difficult transi- for caregiver relief, family support, counseling Mike Reagan, the elder son of the late CHAIRMAN PRESIDENT tion requires not only the support of family and job training. President Ronald Reagan, is chairman and and friends, but also practical training and In the defense of our nation, a small share president of The Reagan Legacy Foundation tools. of our citizenry continues to sacrifice so much (www.reaganlegacyfoundation.org). These men and women have put their lives for the greater good. Now it is our time – as [email protected]. The views expressed by the columnists and letter writers on this page are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the newspaper, its owners or employees. VOICE OF THE PEOPLE

COMMUNITY THANKS Cats need us It has been said that man’s inhu- manity to man is exceeded only by Paw Prints book sale his inhumanity to animals. At no The Nassau Humane Society’s annual “Paw time has that ever been more true Prints Book Sale” Aug. 7-8 was a fantastic suc- than now. As the economy contin- cess! ues to flatline, people are tossing Special thanks go to Steve and Mary out their pets like yesterday’s news- Stubbs of First Coast Storage for donation of papers – with little to no thought the storage units, Sean McGill and his staff for as to what will become of the animal use of the hangar and facilities, and to Publix, once it’s left to fend for itself. Once Winn Dixie and Harris Teeter for supplying all secure in knowing they would be the banana boxes. fed tomorrow, these poor creatures To all the volunteers who worked so dili- find themselves wandering the gently in the heat to organize the event, and streets, confused and disoriented, to all of our friends in the community who with no idea what they have done attended and gave us such generous and wrong or how they will find their heartwarming support, a huge thank you next meal. from all of us at Nassau Humane Society and I have long been involved in cat the homeless animals in residence. rescue. It’s not that I don’t like dogs; Sandra Terry, Gail Sasanfar, I do. But it is cats’ helplessness, Marie Korta their very vulnerability, that speaks Nassau Humane Society to me. Scan any newspaper and you’ll see the headlines: Kittens used to train pit bulls. Man arrest- Life after cancer ed for torturing, killing cat. I cannot On Tuesday, Sept. 8, First Coast Oncology read them. Just the headlines bring – Nassau will host its inaugural “Celebration tears to my eyes. Of Survival” event from 4-5:30 p.m. at the First The upside is that I am not alone. Coast Oncology office located at 1340 South Increasingly, animal cruelty is sim- 18th St. in Medical Building A, Suite 103. ply not tolerated. (Yet at the same This program provides the opportunity to time, in neither Jacksonville nor celebrate cancer patients who were treated at Fernandina is there an SPCA chap- First Coast Oncology – Nassau and who have ter to address the all too many cru- become cancer survivors. In addition, there elty cases that still DO exist.) And will be an educational component that will as I go about my rounds, feeding JOHN COLE/THE SCRANTON (PA.) TIMES-TRIBUNE delve into what life is like after cancer. The colonies of castoffs grateful for a event is free and light refreshments will be handout and a simple kind word, Northeast Florida. One is sorely vendors. This was the end of it. I ly sad that she was treated this way served. and as I hear of yet another case of needed. With real estate sales at a never said anything about Felix as in a town I now called my own. The event is sponsored by First Coast a tiny kitten being thrown from the standstill, there must be property one, I did not even know of him and “We are in the South,” she said Cancer Foundation. For more information, window of a speeding truck, I can available. Anyone interested in two, I was actually hoping to find accepting this. “Yes, but isn’t is still or to RSVP – please call (904) 387-5312. bear it, but barely, knowing that at donating land or funds, or who sim- someone exactly like him to run America?” I thought. At the First Coast Cancer Foundation, we least there are a lot of good people ply wishes to share ideas on how to said hotdog stand! Michelle DiGiacomo understand that each cancer patient faces a out there who share my concern. improve the life of abused and aban- This story really saddened me. Chicago unique journey. We strive to make a difference They share my concern because doned cats in Northeast Florida, is To think that my inquiry may have in the lives of patients and their families affect- they know these gentle, helpless invited to contact Patti Connor at been an impetus for the town trying Racism ed by cancer. creatures have virtually no chance [email protected]. Donations are to make Felix leave is a sin. I’m not The foundation is committed to providing of making it on their own. They tax deductible. really surprised however. When I Last fall I participated in a pro- cancer patients with necessary financial assis- share my concern, because they Patti Connor came here at the beginning of the gram called “Study Circles on tance, supportive resources and educational know there is nowhere for these Fort Caroline summer, I experienced racism at Racism.” The sessions were held programs to pave the way for a successful animals to go. And on the streets it its finest. at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in journey toward survival. is only a matter of time before they Where are we? My friend drove down here with Fernandina Beach. Group mem- Kathleen Garrett meet an untimely death. The cards us and spent the first week. I took bers varied in age, sex and skin First Coast Oncology are simply too stacked against them. I recently read a story in Folio her shopping downtown and I color. No one I knew was involved It heartens me that throughout Weekly about Felix the vendor. The watched as many store owners when I joined the program. That the country, caring groups and indi- story referenced an “out of towner” watched her as if she was a thief. soon changed. viduals are doing what they can. that enquired about opening a hot One in particular who did not know Now I’ve learned that this pro- HOW TO WRITE US More and more, people are devot- dog stand and complained that Felix we were together followed her gram will be offered again this com- Maximum length is 500 words. Letters ing their time, energy and resources could vend but they could not. everywhere. I was shocked. My ing fall. It offers a unique opportu- must include writer’s name (printed and to provide safe havens for aban- I believe that person would be friend is African-American. We are nity to exchange ideas with folks signature), address and telephone number doned and unwanted cats. A sanc- me, however, the second part of the from Chicago and we usually do from diverse backgrounds. They for verification. Writers are normally limited tuary in South Florida, founded in story would be incorrect as I did not face this type of thing at home. live nearby, but you may not have to one letter in a 30-day period. No political 2002 to address the problem of the not even know who Felix was. My friend said the best way to deal had the chance to exchange ideas in endorsements or poems will be published. state’s overcrowded shelters, cur- I had visited the island on spring with racist people is to ignore them, an informal small group setting. Letters should be typed or printed. Not all rently houses some 600 felines. Says break and decided I would spend but it really bothered me that she Here’s that opportunity! letters are published. Send letters to: its owner: “These guys are all the summer here as I found it very had to be treated as if she was a Look for specific information Letters to the Editor, P.O. Box 766, healthy and beautiful. But (in a shel- beautiful. I enquired about a set- common thief. about the meetings on community Fernandina Beach, FL., 32035. E-mail: ter) they would all be killed. Here at ting up a little Vienna hotdog stand My friend is a reporter for a bulletin boards, church bulletins mparnell@fbnewsleader. com. the sanctuary, they can live out the downtown and was told it was not major Chicago newspaper. She was and the News-Leader. visit us on-line at fbnewsleader.com rest of their lives.” allowed because the town did not not fazed by this at all, rather used Jo Merman There is no such sanctuary in want to “dirty up” the streets with to it in fact. It made me really, real- Amelia Island A love affair with books goes digital

o I got myself a little gadget a few who to my six-year-old eyes something else, anything else, to read. read up on cognitive psychology, or lead you months back, and I have to admit that it looked old enough to be From that moment, I was hooked. I to the novels of early noir masters like has immeasurably lowered my produc- God’s mother-in-law, insisted devoured Illustrated Classics so quickly my Hammett and Chandler. Kubrick’s “2001: A S tivity. The little gadget is called a on teaching the class from mother couldn’t keep up with me, and was Space Odyssey” might lead you to Arthur C. Kindle, and I have become addicted to it. 1940s-era “Dick and Jane” reading adult novels by the fourth grade for Clarke’s novel, and on through Isaac Asimov For those of you not in the know, a Kindle is primers. I just couldn’t work the simple reason that I couldn’t find enough to the fantastic heights of H.G. Wells and Jules an electronic reading device manufactured by up a lot of enthusiasm about children’s books to keep me occupied. Verne. online bookstore Amazon.com. The way it Dick, Jane and their stupid The addiction has never waned. From poli- A movie like this year’s “Transformers” works is this: You order books either online or dog Spot. Dick threw the ball tics to criminal psychology to poetry, from the sequel inspires nothing but a visceral satisfac- directly from the Kindle, and Amazon magical- and Spot ran after it, and I just Bible to Beowulf to T.S. Elliot, Herman Melville tion at seeing stuff blowed up real good, and ly beams them to your device. The gizmo holds NEWS- didn’t care. to Stephen King, the written word has become you leave the theater thinking of nothing but literally hundreds of books – a deadly tempta- ROOM As a matter of fact, I came my lifeline. I don’t care if it’s high literature or your next meal. And don’t even get me started tion for a guy like me. I can sit in my favorite VIEWS to actively hate Spot – and I trashy pulp fiction, as long as the story sucks on reality television. There’s nothing wrong coffee shop and think, “What should I read wasn’t too fond of Dick and me in. Like the man said, as long as it’s got a with good trash in its proper place, but when today – Pope’s translation of the Odyssey, Jane, either. The kids were good beat and you can dance to it. trash becomes the predominant art form, it is Gibbons’ Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire Ryan Smith morons, and that dog was I am always shocked and even vaguely poisonous to thought. And therein lies my or Shatner’s autobiography?” wasting his life running after offended by people – of my generation, espe- abiding distrust of such disposable entertain- I have never been faced with a choice like that stupid red ball. My vitriol toward this cially, I am ashamed to say – who flat-out ment, and my abiding love of books. A movie that before, and the sense of power it gives me insipid trio translated, eventually, into a burn- admit, as if they’re proud of it, that they hate to like “Transformers” requires nothing of its is intoxicating. Gibbons or Shatner? The lady ing hatred for the written word itself. read. How empty your life must be, I want to audience. It does all the work for you; it tells or the tiger? Now I can actually have both. And the very next year, all that changed. say, when there’s not a television nearby. How you exactly what to think. It leaves no room Wherever I go, in a package the size of a paper- I still remember the book that did it: an crippled your imagination if beautiful words for your own imagination to take over after the back, I carry an entire library. Books, books, Illustrated Classics edition of War of the cannot stimulate it. How little of wonder must final reel. books, shelf upon shelf of them, all crammed Worlds. It was a pocket-sized paperback, thick you know if you’ve never finished a book and A book doesn’t do that. A book tells you not into a few ounces of plastic and wiring. and squat. Its cover featured an illustration of a felt you were somehow a different person than what to think, but simply, think. And that’s the My love affair with books began early, Martian tripod terrorizing a city, all against the the one who began reading it. beautiful part – because if you’re willing to do though not as early as my English-teacher background of a bizarre pink sky. Our disposable 21st century culture doesn’t the work, willing to think, where you go from mother and newsman father would have liked. I started the book grudgingly, at my moth- help. Other forms of entertainment once led there is up to you. Much to their horror, I hated reading when I er’s insistence. I finished it in a white-hot fren- back to books. As recently as a few years ago, Ryan Smith is a reporter at the News-Leader. was in the first grade. Loathed it. My teacher, zy, then went to my mother and asked for a movie like “Memento” might inspire you to [email protected]. CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACK

8A FRIDAY, AUGUST 14, 2009/NEWS-LEADER COMMUNITY ‘Living Proof Live’ at First Baptist WEDDING Turner-Cotner Beth Moore is bringing “Living Proof Deris Coto. as president of the Florida State Board Allison Marie Cotner and Live” to her hometown of Green Bay, Service anniver- of Missions and as a trustee of the Nathan Franklin Turner of Wis., Aug. 28-29. Thanks to simulcast saries: Zandra Tison International Mission Board Fernandina Beach were mar- technology, she’ll spend that weekend has 17 years as min- Convention. His church is very active in ried at 7 p.m. Friday, June 12, here at First Baptist Church too as she istry assistant at Gray missions. 2009, in a beach service on speaks on “Coming Home to the Heart Gables First Baptist; Tom Williams was the Sunday morn- the north end of Amelia of Our Desires” from Psalm 37. Pastor Steve ing and evening speaker. He is the Island. “Living Proof Live” is a weekend Wolgamott, pastor of regional leader for Western Europe for The bride is the daughter you’ll never forget. And you won’t even Live Oak Baptist for 10 the Southern Baptist Convention. He of Patsy and Edwin Carter have to leave town. For information or years; Louise Weaver, served as a missionary to Thailand from and Charles Cotner, all of to purchase tickets, contact the church HILDA’S administrative assis- 1981-4 and as mission administrator in Fernandina Beach. office at 261-3617. HEAR- tant/minister to chil- Bangkok from 1990-5. He served as The groom is the son of It’s more than a sport, it’s more than ABOUTS dren at Blackrock associate area director, Southern Asia Ronnie and Diana Turner of a game, it’s Upward basketball and Baptist Church for 12 and the Pacific, from 1996-7 and as Milton, formerly of Yulee. cheerleading. Upward is an evangelistic years; Jim Curtis, pas- regional leader for Western Pacific from The bride’s maternal sports ministry specifically designed for Hilda tor for six years at July 1997 to June 2004. grandparents are Gertie kindergarten through sixth grade boys Eastport; Laurie Our Global Impact Celebration musi- Higginbotham Schreffler of Fernandina and girls that promotes salvation, char- Warren, ministry assis- cal guest was Michael O’Brien. He is a Beach and Mark Schreffler of Mr. and Mrs. Turner acter and self-esteem in every child. tant at Cedar Bay for nine years; Bruce gifted singer, songwriter and musician. Lewisburg, Pa. Early registration cost is $65 per child. Jernigan, minister of children for 15 You can listen to his music and more The bride’s paternal After Sept. 1, cost is $75. To sign up or years at Dunns Creek; Dorothy about him on his website at grandparents are Lloyd and ding anniversary). get information call First Baptist at 261- Coleman, financial secretary 12 years at michaelo.org. Jane Cotner of Fernandina The Turners reside on 3617. Five Points Baptist Church; Theresa “And you shall be witnesses to me in Beach (the couple was mar- Amelia Island with their dogs, Mark your calendars. The annual Scanion, ministry assistant 10 years at Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria ried on the Cotners’ 61st wed- Britney and Miley. meeting is Oct. 8 at Amelia Baptist Amelia. and to the end of the earth.” Acts 1:8. Church, 96117 Buccaneer Trail, Who knew Bible study and worship Grief Share, led by Doug Hodges Fernandina Beach. “Service in the could be so much fun? First Baptist and Malcom Adams, begins Aug. 26 at BIRTHS Midst of Adversity.” Business meeting is Church. 6:45 p.m. in Room C203. This is a week- at 5 p.m.; finger foods and fellowship at If God should tarry for 150 more ly seminar/support group for people ■ Debrah and Steve Ritter daughter, Maggie Danielle, 6 p.m.; second session at 7 p.m. years, what will our legacy be? I want to grieving the death of someone close. are proud to announce the born at 1:18 p.m. Friday, July Mobile Dental Unit is Sept. 28 invite you to step up and take your place First Baptist Church, Callahan, 45090 birth of a son, Jack McKane 31, 2009, at St. Vincent’s through Oct. 2 at First Baptist, Callahan, of service on “Build the Church Day” on Green Ave. Ritter, born on July 31, 2009, Medical Center in 45090 Green Ave., Callahan. Aug. 30. As we honor God with our com- Angie McClellan is choir music adult at the Women’s Center Jacksonville. The baby Appointments are Sept. 21-23 from 9 mitment to live for Him. Then join us for minister at Yulee Baptist Church. Pray Northside Hospital in Atlanta, weighed 7 pounds 10 ounces a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 225-5941. homecoming on Sept. 27. This year is before every worship service as you’re Ga. Jack weighed 8 pounds 1 and measured 18 inches in Training for medical and financial made even more special as we celebrate getting ready for the service, traveling ounce and measured 21 1/2 length. She joins big sister, screeners will be Sept. 15 at the associa- the 150th anniversary of First Baptist. to the service, waiting for the service to inches long. Eden, 2. tion office. All screeners must be The new church address is 1600 S. begin and throughout the service, espe- Maternal grandparents are Paternal grandparents are trained by the Florida Department of Eighth St. Phone: 261-3617. cially during the invitation time. Confess Marty and Myra Goldapple of Jane Everson of Jacksonville Health before screening patients. God is faithful and he calls us to fol- any known sin to God and to others, if Miami. Paternal grandparents and Andy Everson of Who qualifies to be seen in unit? If low Him. This God who have us this needed. Play worship music throughout are Rankin and Adeline Willis Conyers, Ga. Maternal grand- you are an adult at least 18 years of age; wonderful post will lead to a glorious your home while getting ready for Morris of Panama City and parents are Donnie and you have no dental insurance; your future. Let’s commit to do whatever it church and in the car on the way. Carold Ritter of Charleston, Kathie Foster of Nassauville. household is in the 200 percent poverty takes to honor Him. In His love, Pastor Worship is our response to who God S.C. Great-grandparents are Ed level; you only need basic dental work, Jeff. is and what He has done. Gerry Bre- Cook and the late Stella Cook either fillings or extractions. “Sam’s Stanzas.” We began to look shears states that “Jesus said, ‘Worship ■ Moriah and Chris of Nassuville, Peg Poulton From our Director of Missions Dr. and listen to our Christmas music is an ongoing, unbroken life of commun- Everson of Jacksonville and the late George Everson David Drake: “Key Leader Workshop is Wednesday. We have books and CDs for ion empowered by the Holy Spirit and announce the birth of a of Killingworth, Conn. at First Baptist Church on Aug. 27 from those who wish to be part of the tree. informed by the truth.’” God wants to 6-8:45 p.m. Evangelism strategies for the Trish and Kay will be asking some of spend time with us and wants to tell us 21st century, led by Will McRanev. you to step forward for very special things that will help us glorify Him. Prayer ministry “Building Praying parts. Sue is busy keeping our feet to Are we listening? Are we then CAMPUS NOTES Churches” led by Rich Shepherd. the fire. This will be the most moving responding to what we are told? Expect Stewardship “Consider your Ways” led message of all our presentations. You that you will encounter God in a person- ■ Julia Michael (JB) Marguerite C. Regan, dean of by Ken Westbrook. Music led by Terry will want to be part of it. al way. As a worship leader, I am expect- Belcher, along with other out- academic affairs for the Williams. Discipleship “Making All music Sunday evening is Aug. 30. ed to prepare for the worship service, as standing high school scholars Congressional Youth Disciples Who Make Disciples” led by Special guest musicians plus our own is the pastor. I work hard each week to from around the world, partic- Leadership Council, the Bill Carmichael. Ministry assistant/sec- people leading us in worship. prepare for the worship service, to pre- ipated in the Global Young organization that sponsors retary “Office Teamwork” led by Lynn Global Impact Celebration runs pare the music that will bring each one Leaders Conference, which GYLC. “When ideas and Stone. Deacon training “How Deacons through Sunday at First Baptist Church, of us closer to God. However, the most took place in Vienna, Austria, points of view are shared, the Help Manage Church Conflict” led by Callahan. Gary Crawford spoke important preparation is that of my own Budapest, Hungary, and true results of the conference Roy Lee Saint. “Women’s Missions and Wednesday evening. He has been senior heart for my own encounter with Him. Prague, Czech Republic, from are realized.” Ministries” led by Cindy Goodwin. pastor of Westside Baptist Church in And just think, God is right there in our July 4-14. GYLC culminated with the “Passion in Leadership Spanish” led by Gainesville for 27 years. He has served midst. Expect to meet with Him. Students interacted with Global Summit, in which stu- key leaders and newsmakers dents applied what they with powerful influence over learned throughout the con- CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS politics, finance, culture and ference as they debated, diplomacy and took part in a negotiated and built coalitions • Amelia Island Chess Club meets and fourth Saturday from 5:30-8:30 at that meets at 6:30 p.m. the third carefully designed curricu- dealing with issues such as from 2-5 p.m. the first and third Do Wop Diner, 461379 SR 200, Yulee. Monday at Art & Antiques, 702 Centre lum, which included thought- foreign aid, global warming, Saturday at Café Karibo, 27 N. Third St., Call Gary Marlow 277-8693. St., Fernandina Beach. Call Eileen provoking simulations that cooperative efforts in space, Fernandina Beach. Call Dan Doulet at • Amelia Island Sailing Club meets Moore at 277-2717. build leadership skills. terrorism and human rights. 261-0070. at 6:30 p.m. the first Tuesday at The • Cumberland Sound Woodcarving “The Global Young Belcher is a senior at • Amelia Island Genealogical Society Kraft Athletic Club-Ten Acres, 961023 Guild meets at 6:30 Wednesday at vari- Leaders Conference aims to Fernandina Beach High for anyone interested in tracing ances- Buccaneer Trail, Fernandina Beach. ous locations. Call Bob Schlag at (912) provide scholars with the School, a member of the try meets the third Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Call Commodore Charles Steinkamp at 729-2282. opportunity to collaborate National Honor Society and the Community Room at the Fernandina 261-5213 or Vice-Commodore Joe • Eight Flags Charter Chapter of the with their peers from around Lady Pirates basketball team Beach Police Department on Lime Bowen at 277-1614. American Business Women’s Associa- the world to both study and and president of FBHS Street. Call Marie Santry 321-3460. • American Legion Post #54 veterans tion is a organization of women with resolve global conflict,” said Student Government. • Amelia Masonic Lodge #47 meets organization meets at 7:30 p.m. the first diverse occupations who gather togeth- every second and fourth Tuesday at the Monday at 12 South 11th St. Call Tom er to provide opportunities to help them- Masonic Lodge, 1101 S. 14th St., Gora at 583-4597. selves and others grow personally and HELPERS Fernandina Beach. All Master Masons • Books Plus Book Club for those professionally through leadership, edu- are invited to attend. For information, interested in book discussions meets at cation, networking support, national • For people who struggle tients and a program that contact Gene Botts, secretary, at 261- Books Plus, 107 Centre St., Fernandina recognition and community service. to lose weight, Take Off teaches techniques to people 6394. Orlando Avila, Worshipful Master. Beach. Call Don Shaw for scheduling The group meets at 6 p.m. the fourth Pounds Sensibly meets at 5 undergoing cancer treatment E-mail [email protected] or and book information at 261-0303. Thursday at the Fernandina Beach Golf p.m. on Mondays in the com- to help combat appearance- visit www.mastermason.com/Amelia. • Bosom Buddies breast cancer sup- Club. Call Esther Schindler at 491-5790 munity room of the related side effects. Programs • Amelia Island Group of Narcotics port group meets the first Wednesday at or e-mail [email protected]. Fernandina Beach Police for men, women and teens. Anonymous for anyone needing help 5:30 p.m. at the Community Room at the • Eight Flags Needlepointers/Amer- Department on Lime Street. Volunteers are needed. dealing with drugs meets at 8 p.m. Fernandina Beach Police Department ican Needlepoint Guild to promote inter- Call Loretta Clark at 261-4041. Call (904) 249-0022 or e-mail Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at on Lime Street. Call Betty Armenti at est in needlepoint as an art meets at 10 • The Nassau County [email protected]. First Assembly of God Church, 302 225-0067. a.m. the third Saturday. Call Chris Veterans’ Service Office at • The Association for South 14th St. Call 800-576-4357. Visit • Bunco Amelia meets at 7 p.m. the Bryan at 261-5444. the Nassau County Judicial Retarded Citizens of Nassau firstcoastna.org. last Tuesday of the month at traveling • Fernandina Pirates Club meets at Annex in Yulee serves veter- County is the only non-profit • Amelia Island Quilters Guild meets locations. Ladies of all ages are invited 7:30 p.m. the third Tuesday of every ans and the surviving spous- organization located in Yulee at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday from to join for a fun time, no experience nec- month at Ten Acres. Call Jerry or Billie es. For information or providing adult day training, September to June at the Woman’s Club, essary. Call Marjorie at 491-8622. at 548-1163. appointments, call John F. employment opportunities, 201 Jean LaFitte Blvd., Fernandina • Byrd Wallace Veterans of Foreign • The Optimist Club of Fernandina Martin at 548-4670 or e-mail personal care services and Beach. Call Pam Wise at 321-4118 or Wars Post meets at 7:30 p.m. the second Beach meets every Wednesday at noon [email protected]. community inclusion for indi- visit aiq.homestead.com. Monday at Kraft Athletic Club-Ten in the banquet room at Sliders. Join and Hours are Monday through viduals with developmental • Amelia Cruizers Car Club service Acres, 961023 Buccaneer Trail, become associated with other civic- Thursday 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. and disabilities. Call Faye Johnson organization for car enthusiasts meets at Fernandina Beach. Call Post minded men and women in activities Friday 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at 225-9355 or visit www.arc- 7 p.m. the second Tuesday and from 6-9 Quartermaster Pat Beamer at 261-6416. dedicated to voluntary, constructive • Al-Anon Family Group, a nassau.org. p.m. the second Friday for a cruise-in at • Centre’d Women is a proudly dis- service to youth and community. support group for family • Barnabas Center, 11 Murray’s Grille, 3134 E. SR 200, Yulee, organized group of wonderful women Contact Pierre LaPorte at 261-7803. members and friends of alco- South 11th St., Fernandina holics meets each week at the Beach, provides food, cloth- Alachua Club, 32 N. Third in ing, household goods, med- Fernandina Beach at 11 a.m. ical and dental care and subsi- Welcome to An Inordinate on Sunday, Monday, dies that cover rent and Wednesday, Friday and utilities to the needy in the Fondness Saturday and at 7 p.m. on community. It also operates God’s House for Beetles Thursday. For information, the New to You resale store at call 261-7175 or 261-1813. 930 South 14th St. Contact Classic Carpets • The Alzheimer’s/De- Carol Reader at 321-2334. E- RonAnderson British naturalist J.B.S Haldane, when asked mentia Support Group for mail Barnabas Center@com- & Interiors, Inc. what his study of nature led him to infer about God, Nassau County meets the cast.net or visit www.barn- CHEVROLET • BUICK reputedly remarked that the Creator must have an BUDDY KELLUM third Thursday from 1:30-2:30 abascenterinc.org. ® inordinate fondness for beetles. Indeed, one-fifth PONTIAC • GMC Abby Carpet President p.m. at the Council on Aging, • The Bereavement 464054 SR 200, Yulee of all known species are beetles, and many of them 802 S. 8th Street (904) 261-0242 are really very beautiful, or are equipped with 1367 South 18th St., Support Group meets on the (904) 261-6821 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Fax (904) 261-0291 features that are truly amazing. For instance, the Fernandina Beach. No pre- second Thursday of each Bombardier beetle combines chemicals from two registration is required and month from 5-6:30 p.m. at St. FAMILY DENTISTRY separate chambers, the combination of which produces a blast of hot gas that is very meetings are open to anyone Peter’s Episcopal Church, FOR ADULTS & CHILDREN effective at warding off predators. Creationists and who has an interest. Call Ann corner of Eighth Street and Most Insurances Accepted Evolutionists sometimes quarrel about such Smith, R.N., at 491-3222. Atlantic Avenue. Call Kathy Call For Appointment seemingly well-designed defenses, because it isn’t • Amelia Island Group of Washburn, 491-1753. 2 6 1 - 6 8 2 6 readily apparent how such a complicated system Dr. Robert Friedman 904-261-6956 could evolve in small incremental steps. Perhaps Narcotics Anonymous for • Big Brothers, Big A1A at Bailey Rd. 542057 Us Hwy 1, Callahan, FL the opposition between creationism and evolution is anyone needing help dealing Sisters seeks qualified adults unnecessary. Could not God have created a universe with drugs meets at 8 p.m. to mentor children one-on- FREEMAN in which evolution works to continually create new Tuesdays, Thursdays and one in the community and WELL DRILLERS, INC. This Space Available species? Many biologists have thought so, and thus Sundays at First Assembly of school programs. Also need- 261-5216 O Lord, how manifold are they see their work as unraveling the incredible and Advertise your business & thy works! In wisdom ongoing mystery of creation. When we learn something God Church, 302 South 14th ed are Little Brothers and Rock & Artesian Wells new about nature, in the Pump Installations & Repair to support your local church hast thou made them all; St. Call 800-576-4357. For Little Sisters. Call 261-9500. the earth is process we get a glimpse into additional meeting times or • Bosom Buddies of 606 S. 6th Street Call the NewsLeader - 261-3696 full of thy creatures. the mind of God. Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 information visit firstcoast- Amelia Island offers support, R.S.V. Psalm 104:24 na.org and click on meetings. education and friendship to Steve Johnson Automotive • American Cancer breast cancer survivors. 1505 S 14th Street Society services available in Meetings are the first Wed- Nassau County include free nesday at 5:30 p.m. in the Fernandina Beach, FL transportation to and from Community Room, Fernan- 904-277-9719 cancer treatment; support dina Beach Police Depart- groups for breast cancer and ment on Lime Street. Call Proudly Supporting Our Community prostate cancer survivors/pa- Betty Armenti at 225-0067.

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FRIDAY, August 14, 2009/News-Leader 9A RELIGION Passing the test and embracing your future

“Are you afraid of heights?” he think, “I wonder We’ve got to check some pipes.” And passed the test. with me. I concluded that if he felt asked, eying me carefully for my what I’m going to so we did. Now let me tell you, it’s Now that brings me to the focus we were safe, then I should too. response. be doing?” That one thing to get into a little basket of this article – passing the test. Though I realize that not every “Not a whole lot,” I replied. was just about the and extend several stories up into Let’s just say it. At times life can be a human being can be trusted – God “Good,” he said. “I need to be time I figured it out. the air while you’re standing still, but little scary. With all its ups and can be. As the Apostle Paul said so sure though. Come with me.” With As we came around it’s another thing altogether to be up downs and jerking back and forth, well in the book of Romans, chapter that, I jumped into his golf cart and the corner and that high and then start driving you can’t help but wonder what the 8:31, 38 and 39, “What shall we then off we went. entered the huge around the entire building. guy who is driving this whole thing say to these things? If God be for us, I was getting ready to be the per- storage building, As we bounced up and down and is really up to. I know it’s not always who can be against us?” And again, sonal assistant of the paper mill’s fire my eye fell on the jerked from side to side, I could see the case, but I’ve come to believe “For I am persuaded, that neither chief. Looking back, I had absolutely PULPIT lone piece of equip- the fire chief looking at me out of that a lot of life’s hard rides are real- death, nor life, nor angels, nor prin- no clue what that meant – other than NOTES ment standing in the corner of his eye. Though he ly God’s way of qualifying us for our cipalities, nor powers, nor things a paycheck, of course. To this day I the middle of the took the opportunity to show me a future. It’s just that simple. If you present, nor things to come, nor still don’t know why it was me they room – a cherry few leaking pipes, his real goal was can hang on and trust God when height, nor depth, nor any other chose instead of one of the other Pastor picker. You know, to see if I could handle the height. things seem out of control, then creature, shall be able to separate us new employees, but either way I was Rob Goyette one of those four- Actually, I think he bounced us you’re ready to be promoted to the from the love of God which is in grateful for the opportunity. wheel vehicles with around a whole lot more than was next level of God’s grace and bless- Christ Jesus our Lord.” As we drove further away from an extension arm that lifts people necessary but, I suppose, that’s why ing for your life. Robert L. Goyette is pastor of the comforts of the guard shack, the into the air. This particular one had we were there. He needed to be sure I suppose for me what really Living Waters World Outreach fire chief’s question about my capaci- the ability go extremely high. that I was the guy for the job. And, made the difference was the fact Center. ty for heights began to make me “Come on,” the chief said, “get in. as it turns out, by God’s grace I that the fire chief was in the basket [email protected]

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Donations needed North Florida Presbytery. There is For information call 261-4114 or no fee to join. Contact Pastor David BIBLE STUDY CLASSES (904) 310-6377. The Salvation Army Hope House, Bradsher at pastor@gracenassau. 410 South Date St., is in need of the com, 491-0363 or http://gracenas- Grace promotion following types of donations: sau.com. Community study Amelia Baptist Church, 961167 • Personal hygiene items: tooth- Buccaneer Trail across from ceremony brushes, toothpaste, deodorant, dis- Worship and lunch Community Bible Study is an Harris Teeter. The study begins Grace Community Church will posable razors, shaving cream, femi- Join Salvation Army Hope House interdenominational organization Sept. 14 and continues through hold a promotion ceremony as chil- nine products and toilet paper each Tuesday at noon for its Weekly committed to helping people of May 3. dren graduate to new church classes • Canned foods not requiring Worship Service and Fellowship every age grow in their knowledge For information and to register, on Sunday, Aug. 30. In addition, the cooking: non-condensed soups, pas- Lunch. Pastor Ray Ramsburg of and love of Jesus Christ. call Michal Polese at 548-9971 or children’s ministry is expanding with tas, beanie weenies, tuna, chicken, Prince of Peace Lutheran Church Individuals from all backgrounds Linda Bell at 261-0569. Visit an additional class. fruits, fruit juices and powdered milk will share the Gospel message on and levels of Bible knowledge are www.communitybiblestudy. org New curriculum for children’s • Starchy foods: rice, instant Aug. 18. For more information, call invited to join one of the weekly and www.ameliaislandevecbs. org. programming starts that Sunday. mashed potatoes, pastas, cereals and 321-0435 or 410 South Date St. classes that begin in September. Beth Moore study Contact Pastor Dave Bradsher at breakfast bars. For further information, contact [email protected], 491-0363 Call 321-0435. Yard sale the appropriate class coordinator: Amelia Plantation Chapel will or http://gracenassau.com. Community orchestra Solid Rock Church of God by • Wednesday morning women begin an eleven-week Beth Moore Faith will host a yard sale from 7 and children (infant and home women’s Bible study – Jesus The ‘Rally Day’ If you would like to be part of the a.m.-noon Aug. 15. schooled): Kathleen Minor 225- One And Only – starting Sept. 22 at Rally Day for children and youth Community Orchestra at Memorial 8125. 10 a.m. will be Aug. 30 at First Presbyterian, United Methodist Church as it pre- ‘One Heart’ • Monday evening men: Tony This is an in-depth study of the beginning at 9:50 a.m. Nursery, tod- pares for Christmas, call Director of First Assembly of God will feature Taylor, 321-0785 life of Jesus based on the book of dlers, preschool and kindergarten Music Ministries Beth Jurovcik at “One Heart,” a Southern gospel • Monday evening women: Luke. Through video and group will meet in their classrooms in 261-5769, ext. 3, or e-mail group with a deep love for God and a Linda Bell, 261-0569 study, participants will join Moore Noah’s Place. First and second [email protected]. Rehearsals great music ministry on Aug. 16 at • Monday evening teens: on a life-changing journey that graders will meet in the Power Lab begin Sept. 8 from 7-8:30 p.m. Call or 10:45 a.m. at the church, 302 South Jeanne Scott, 491-9849 leads through the hills of Galilee and third through fifth graders will e-mail to have a part waiting for you. 14 St. Call 261-6448. • Monday evening E-teen (mid- with the Teacher, across the lake meet in the Kidmo theater. Middle New member weekend dle school): Bobbie Burch, 261- with the Master, and finally on the school students will meet in the ‘Ministry Fair’ 2533 road toward the cross with the Skate Room in the Youth Center. Grace Community Church is First Presbyterian Church will Women’s study Savior – getting to know Jesus inti- Senior high youth will meet in Faith offering a membership weekend host a Ministry Fair on Aug. 23 in mately, as though walking with Cafe at 12:15 p.m. for lunch and seminar for those interested in join- Jim Thomas Hall from 9:30 a.m.- The Amelia Island Women’s Him during His earthly ministry. Bible study. ing the church. The seminar begins 12:45 p.m. Booths representing the Evening Community Bible Study The study includes a workbook for Parents, call the church office to at 6:30 p.m. tonight and continues missions, ministries, studies, events invites you to join an in-depth, non- a cost of $15. A nursery will be pro- confirm your attendance no later from 8:30 a.m.-noon on Aug. 15. and opportunities available at First denominational study of the Book vided upon advance notice. For than Aug. 27. Alternate dates and times are also Presbyterian will fill the hall. There of Acts. information or to register call the available. will be games, door prizes, lots of Meetings will be Monday chapel office, 277-4414, or e-mail Catholic class According to Grace Community food, an Ugly Tie Contest. Nursery evenings from 7-8:30 p.m. at [email protected] . St. Michael Catholic Church is Church, the Christian scriptures and preschool available. sponsoring an inquiry class for those instruct believers to join a local ‘Living Proof’ simulcast who wish to know more about the church to place themselves under $10 and may be purchased at the Men” at 11 a.m. Aug. 30. The call is Roman Catholic faith and what the spiritual care of its leadership. On Aug. 28-29 Beth Moore is church. Call 261-3617. out to join the men of Fernandina Catholics believe. The program, The church worships Sundays at bringing Living Proof Live to her Beach as they give thanks and praise called R.C.I.A., will start on Sept. 1 10:30 a.m. at Yulee Middle School’s hometown of Green Bay, Wis. ‘God’s Active Men’ to God. There will be scripture, a and continue each week through cafétorium, 85439 Miner Road. It is Thanks to simulcast satellite technol- Historic Macedonia African gospel jubilee, gospel choir and Easter 2010. Call the church office at a mission church for the ogy, she’ll spend that weekend at Methodist Episcopal Church, 202 S. praise band, and a word from God by 261-3472 for more information or to Presbyterian Church in America’s First Baptist Church, too. Tickets are Ninth St, presents “God’s Active Pastor Ewing. Everyone is welcome. register.

“Worship this week at the place of your choice” AMELIA PLANTATION CELEBRATION BAPTIST CHURCH HAPEL C Innovative Style, Contemporary Music, Casual Atmosphere Saturday Vigil Mass - 4 pm & 5:30 pm An Interdenominational Saturday 4 pm Mass at Yulee United Methodist Church Pastor Mike Kwiatkowski Community Church Sunday Masses 8:00 & 10.:00 am & 12 Nooon Daily Mass - 8:30 am Mon., Wed., Thurs & Fri. 85520 Miner Rd AMELIA PLANTATION CHAPEL BLOG WITH US 6 pm - Tuesday Yulee, FL 32097 Sunday Worship 10:30 Share your opinions with Pastor Ted Holy Day Masses Vigil 6:00 pm; Holy Day 8:30 am Confessions: Saturday 3:15pm - 3:45 pm or by appt Nursery Provided An Interdenominational Schroder of Amelia Plantation Community Church Small group bible study Sunday morn. @ 9:15am Chapel. Access:ameliachapel.com SUNDAY WORSHIP KidKredible Children Ministries Meeting @ 10:30am Sunday August 9, 2009 • 9:15 a.m. Pastor’s Corner, and then Ted’s Blog. Youth “Body Shop” Wed. @ 6:30pm Faith-based subjects that make us all Connecting with Christ...Connecting with People. think! MESSAGE: “Prayers for the time FOR MORE INFO: (904)225-0777 you have no words. ” St. Peter’s Episcopal Church LACKROCK APTIST ULEE MUSIC: “We are yours, Lord” Welcomes B B FIVE POINTS BAPTIST CHURCH Y APTIST “MORE THAN A CHURCH, WE’RE FAMILY” Y (Nursery Provided) You! HURCH Located at the 96362 Blackrock Rd., Yulee Pastor : Dr. Alan Brown B Baptist Church ~ALL ARE WELCOME~ Visitors Always Welcome! corner of 8th & 261-6220 Sunday School ...... 9:45A.M. C Atlantic Senior Pastor: Rev. Michael S. Bowen Worship Service ...... 10:55A.M. Sunday School 9:30 am Sunday School...... 9:30 am The Chapel is located behind Sunday Morning Worship Services Discipleship Training ...... 6:00P.M. Morning Worship 8:15am and 11:00 am Sunday Worship ...... 10:45 am The Spa & Shops at Sunday 10:30am Evening Worship ...... 6:00P.M. Sunday Evening 6:00 pm Wednesday Prayer Meeting 6:30 pm Wednesday AWANA ...... 6:15 pm Holy Eucharist Sunday School 9:15am Wednesday Fellowship Supper . . . . 6:00P.M. Amelia Island Plantation Friday 6:45 - 9:00 Awana Wednesday Team Kid 6:15 pm Wednesday Bible Study ...... 6:30 pm 36 Bowman Road 8:30 am &10:00 am Wednesday Prayer Service ...... 7:00P.M. Wednesday I-79 Youth 6:30 pm Worship Service 10:30 (Childrens Church) 736 Bonnieview Road (across from Sadler Rd.) 941017 Old Nassauville Road • County Rd-107 South Sunday p.m. Service 6:00 p.m. Classes For All Age Groups Including Youth Wednesday 904-261-4615 (church office) Nursery Provided For All Services Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 (904) 277- 4414 Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m. Holy Eucharist 904-261-4293 EVERYONE WELCOME www.Yuleebaptistchurch.com 261-4741 www.ameliachapel.com Nursery Provided Nursery provided 12:10 pm www.stpetersparish.org www.blackrockbaptist.com 85971 Harts Rd., West 904•225•5128 www.springhillbaptistfb.org 5pointsbaptistchurch.org Yulee, FL 32097 Fax 225•0809 YULEE UNITED “Discover the Difference” at FIRST MISSIONARY BAPTIST Amelia Baptist Living Waters CHURCH METHODIST world outreach 20 South Ninth Street 261-4907 CHURCH Church Contemporary Worship Rev. Darien K. Bolden Sr., Pastor Pastor: Dr. H. Neil Helton SUN 9:30am The Church in the Sunday Worship Service – 10:30am Heart of the City Please join us for Bible Study – 9am WED 7:00pm With the Desire to be in the SUNDAY SERVICES: Nursery provided for all services Small group studies-Adults 6pm Youth, Nursery & Hearts of All People Church School 9:30AM Worship 11AM Wednesday - Prayer Service 6:30pm Children’s Ministries Sunday New Members Class 9 a.m. Preschool and Children Activities Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Wednesday Study 6:30PM 321-2117 Morning Worship 11 a.m. 961167 BUCCANEER TRAIL Rob & Christie Goyette Wednesday Noon-day Prayer A1A & Christian Way, Yulee Corner of Buccaneer Tr. & Gerbing Road, Fernandina Bch. Senior Pastors On A1A 1 mile west of Amelia Island Wednesday Mid-week Service 7-9 p.m. 225-5381 • Rev. Mark Stiles For More Information Call: 261-9527 www.LivingWatersOutreach.org Ministries: Bus & Van, Couples, Singles, Youth

PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Rev. Ray Ramsburg, Pastor Memorial United Methodist Church --- Every Sunday --- Making disciples of Jesus Christ through worship, study, service & community Traditional Worship: 8AM & 11AM Praise Worship: 9:30AM 601 Centre Street 261-5769 Nursery provided at all services Brett Opalinski, Pastor --- Vacation Bible School --- Hollie Tapley, Associate Pastor July 12 thru 17 2600 Atlantic Avenue • Fernandina Beach Traditional Family Worship ...... 8:30am + 11:00am Across from Fort Clinch State Park Contemporary Worship ...... 9:45am in Maxwell Hall 261-6306 www.poplcamelia.org Youth Worship...... 9:45am in Youth Center Sunday School for all ages...... 9:45am + 11am Wednesday Midweek Supper (Aug-May). . 5:15-6:30pm Middle School Youth (Wed.)...... 6:30pm Senior High Youth (Wed.)...... 6:30pm Everyone is welcome Open Hearts • Open Minds • Open Doors Rev. Robert Phelps 96537 Parliament Drive, Yulee The people of the United Methodist Church (Corner Old Nassauville Rd.) Worship Service at 9:30 a.m. Music programs and small groups available (904) 432-8118 www.providenceyulee.com [email protected] Nursery services available for all services

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10A FRIDAY, August 14, 2009/NEWS-LEADER HOMES

Laurel wilt find ‘alarming’ HOME AND GARDEN BRIEFS TALLAHASSEE – Florida signs of wilt in a commercial state.fl.us/pi/enpp/patholo- Farmers market Agriculture and Consumer grove in southern Miami-Dade gy/laurel_wilt_disease.html. Services Commissioner County. The Florida Agricultural Capt. Jack’s Crab Cakes has joined the Charles H. Bronson has A University of Florida Insti- Statistics Service reports the Fernandina Farmers Market as a vendor. Many announced the confirmation of tute of Food and Agricultural avocado industry represents a shoppers will recognize Derek of Proper Pie On Saturday, laurel wilt disease in an avoca- Sciences (UF-IFAS) researcher production value of $12.7 mil- who has started a new booth featuring his crab enjoy Capt. do sample from Homestead. in Miami-Dade County collect- lion with over 6,500 production cake specialty using real lump crabmeat and Jack’s Crab “This find is alarming for ed the sample, which was con- acres located in Miami-Dade his blend of unique seasonings. Cakes at the the avocado industry,” Bronson firmed as laurel wilt. County and Collier County. Capt. Jack’s will have jumbo crab cakes that Fernandina said. “Since laurel wilt disease Currently, there are four The public can help prevent are perfect for dinner. For appetizers, mini crab Farmers was first found in North additional suspect samples the spread of the redbay am- cakes and shrimp-stuffed mushrooms are also Market. Florida, the department has from three avocado groves in brosia beetle and laurel wilt by available. All crab cakes are made fresh and SUBMITTED been working cooperatively Homestead that have laurel wilt following these suggestions: then frozen for ease in taking home and the with other agriculture agencies symptoms, but these samples • Become familiar with the convenience of just popping in the oven for a Talbot Island) on Aug. 29. This trip is open to to track the spread of this dis- have not yet been confirmed signs of laurel wilt disease and few minutes to enjoy. the public. ease and beetle, and retard arti- by laboratory diagnosis. redbay ambrosia beetle and be Also at the market on Aug. 15, Checkers The three- to four-hour trip will depart the ficial movement. Despite these A working group of industry on the lookout for evidence of Cracker Cookin’ with their unique Southern “Kayak Amelia” concession at Little Talbot efforts this unwanted pest/dis- members, agriculture agencies the pest/disease on your trees. fare and Reflections of Nature with herb plants. State Park at 9 a.m. It will be about a five-mile ease complex has spread rap- and local agriculture groups For photos and information The market is open Saturdays from 9 a.m.- paddle, with a stop for lunch on the sandbar or idly via redbay trees within was assembled earlier this year visit www.doacs.state.fl.us/ 1 p.m. at Seventh and Centre streets. Call 491- Bird Island. Florida.” to review and chart an effec- pi/enpp/pathology/laurel_wilt 4872 or visit www.fernandinafarmersmarket. Paddlers will experience maritime forests, Laurel wilt is a destructive tive management strategy to _disease.html. com. desert-like dunes, undisturbed salt marsh and disease of redbay, avocado and mitigate the potential impact of • Use local firewood only. Birding Walk a variety of wildlife and native and migratory other trees in the laurel family the redbay ambrosia beetle and Do not transport firewood from birds. Little Talbot is one of the few remaining (Lauraceae). The disease is laurel wilt on Florida’s avocado other states because destruc- Join Our Greenway on Aug. 15 at 8 a.m. for underdeveloped barrier islands. caused by a fungus (Raffaelea industry. As part of this group, tive pests and diseases, such a birding walk on the Greenway. You can Participants with their own boats can launch lauricola) that infects the sap- UF-IFAS is currently working as redbay ambrosia beetle and expect to see a variety of wading and songbirds at Kayak Amelia; those without kayaks can rent wood of host trees, restricting on treatment and management laurel wilt, can hitchhike into as well as birds of prey. Visit www.ourgreen- either single ($30) or tandem ($45). Kayak the flow of water, causing the recommendations. These rec- Florida on infested firewood. way.org to download a Greenway specific bird Amelia will waive the launch fee and offer leaves to wilt and the trees to ommendations will be available View video at www. doacs.state. list. Participants are encouraged to bring renters a 10 percent discount. die. at http://trec.ifas.ufl.edu/. fl.us/pi/videos.html. binoculars, water, sun protection, bug juice, The paddle will be in calm water and is suit- The fungus is carried into Since June 2007, the • Do not transport host comfortable walking shoes and optionally field able for beginners. A personal flotation device trees by a non-native insect, the Cooperative Agricultural Pest trees (redbay, swamp bay, avo- guides and spotting scopes. is required; they can be rented from Kayak redbay ambrosia beetle Survey (CAPS) program has cado, sassafras, pondspice, Meet in the parking lot at the entrance to Amelia. Also recommended are sun protection, (Xyleborus glabratus), that was monitored traps in eight Florida pondberry and others in the the Greenway behind the Atlantic Avenue insect repellent, food and drinking water. first detected in the United counties from Pensacola to Lauraceae family) unless pur- Recreation Center, 2500 Atlantic Ave. The walk The trip will be led by Len Kreger, a certi- States near Savannah in 2002 Miami. The traps are baited chased from a registered nurs- is free and open to the public. For information fied Sierra Outings Leader; RSVP at and subsequently found in with a tree oil that is attractive ery. call 277-7350 or visit www.ourgreenway.org. [email protected] or (904) 432-8389. Jacksonville in September 2007. to the beetles. The traps are • If your Lauraceae-family Laurel wilt has caused high lev- checked once a month and tree dies, use one of UF/IFAS’s Bird club Landscape workshop els of mortality in redbay trees processed at Gainesville head- recommended methods of dis- The Nassau County Bird Club will hold a On Sept. 29 the Extension Service will offer in South Carolina, Georgia and quarters of the Florida posal. field trip to Huguenot Memorial Park on Aug. a Limited Certification Workshop for Florida – including Nassau Department of Agriculture and If you suspect your trees 15 and Sept. 5 at 8 a.m., rain or shine. Park Commercial Landscape Maintenance. Trainers County – and has affected sev- Consumer Services, Division may be infected with laurel wilt entry is $1 per car. are Rebecca L. Jordi, Erin Eckhardt and Ray eral other hosts including sas- of Plant Industry. A distribu- or you think you have found a The park is located off Heckscher Drive Zerba, extension agents for Nassau, Duval and safras and avocado. tion map showing counties with redbay ambrosia beetle, please about 8 miles south of the Nassau Sound Clay counties. Laurel wilt was discovered laurel wilt disease symptoms contact the DPI helpline at 1- bridge. Meet in the parking lot of the general Register by Sept. 18 by e-mailing Rebecca in an avocado tree that showed can be found at www.doacs. 888-397-1517. store. Target birds include the Piping Plover, Jordi at [email protected], or call 548-1116. The Oystercatcher, Whimbrel, Reddish Egret, gulls workshop will be held at the FCCJ Betty P. and terns. Bring your binoculars, field guide, Cook Campus. Sessions are 8:45 a.m.-3:45 O C E A N F R O N T bug juice, sunscreen, rain gear, sunglasses, lay- p.m., a full six-hour day required to sit for the ered clothing and water. LCLM test . For information call Carol Wyatt at 262-9272 A partial session is offered for recertifica- or e-mail [email protected]. tion from 8:45 a.m.-1:30 pm. Recertification Mortgage specialist requirement is 4 CEUs. Full day cost is $50 and includes 2 textbooks, notebook, handouts and Ray Seeley, reverse mortgage specialist, will lunch; the half-day session costs $25 and speak about how to finance home repairs with includes handouts, refreshments and lunch. Unity Mortgage – a reverse mortgage special- Once payment is received, the participant 4246 S. Fletcher • $3,200,000 $2,295,000 602 Ocean Club • $2,095,000 $1,795,000 ist company – on Aug. 19 from 9:45-10:45 a.m. will be registered. Make checks to Nassau Newly completed custom home. 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 3,700 sq. ft. Largest & most luxurious condominium on Amelia Island. 4 bed- at the Council on Aging Senior Center located County Extension, and mail to: Nassau County Majestic ocean view, 118’ frontage. 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OUTDOORS / TIDES

FRIDAY, AUGUST 14, 2009 11A NEWS-LEADER/FERNANDINA BEACH, FLORIDA

PHOTOS BY ED HARDEE/SPECIAL Chris Igou, left, and Zack Miller compete Saturday in a surf contest just south of Slider’s restaurant. The First Coast District of the Eastern Surfing Association held the tourna- ment and has another one planned for Aug. 29. Below, contestants in the water Saturday.

ESA surf contest held Saturday just south of Slider’s The First Coast District of the Eastern Surfing Gavin Johnson was fourth. Eric Hatton took first place in the masters divi- ished in first. Hatton was second, Kellogg was Association held another contest of the summer Bradley Dunham won the boys division. Matt sion. third and Todd Burwell placed fourth. Saturday just south of Slider’s restaurant. Kane was second and Jessie Chapman finished In senior men, Long was first, followed by Long took first place in the masters long- The next contest will be at 8 a.m. Aug. 29, also third. Kyle Conger. board division. Leary was second, Conger third just south of Slider’s. For information on the Walter Obszarski took first place in the jun- Kevin Leary won the grand masters division. and Blake was fourth. Eastern Surfing Association, contact Brad Long ior division. Toby Williams was second. Frank Blake was second. In the open shortboard class, Miller was at 415-6033. In men’s shortboard, Chris Igou was first. Leslie Baker took first place in women’s and first, Hatton was second, Igou was third, Leary In the menehune division (11 and under), Nick Isabella was second, Jake Coombs placed women’s longboard divisions. was fourth, Obszarski was fifth, Coombs was Sutton Kerlin took first place, Gage Kropff was third, Zack Miller was fourth, Chance Bennett Williams was first in junior longboard. sixth, Isabella was seventh and Dunham placed second, Scotty Rivenbark finished third and placed fifth and Scott Kellogg finished sixth. In the men’s longboard division, Isabella fin- eighth. Treat those water POKER RUN injuries with care iving where we do, death in as we are surrounded short as 24- by water and have 48 hours L the opportunity for after injury. many marine-based activi- Wounds ties. Surfing, fishing, boat- which ing and skiing are a few occur on examples of how we have the water fun on the water. However, should be the water also provides a thoroughly unique environment for the cleaned development of infections. with soap For example, one can easily SPORTS and water. become cut while climbing MEDICINE If it is deep into a boat or from the shells or a pene- SUBMITTED PHOTOS on the shore. Fisherman are GREGORY trating Sunday Mornin’ Jazz susceptible to getting stuck, SMITH, M.D. puncture crosses paths with Jade not only by hooks, but also wound, this during the recent Poker by the spines of fish. These should be Run, left. Bob Canon, types of injuries can cause evaluated by a doctor to above, captain of Jade, serious infections and, there- determine the need for pos- displays his winning cer- fore, they should be taken sible surgical treatment and tificate for a four-day, seriously and properly treat- antibiotics. Small wounds three-night stay at Amelia ed. are often left open to facili- Island Plantation. Wounds which occur in tate drainage should an water-based situations have infection develop despite much higher infection rates antibiotic treatments. than similar injuries which Especially in situations of occur on land. Lakes, potential foreign body pene- Amelia Island Sailing Club holds Poker Run streams and the ocean con- tration, such as a shell or tain multiple bacteria. For fish spine, X-rays should be JOHN BURNS envelope with the participating boat’s name to actually sail part of the course. All oth- example, there are likely 100 performed to make sure For the News-Leader on it. After the all boats completed the ers chose to simply enjoy the wonderful million bacteria contained nothing was left behind. course, the crews met at the Amelia Island weather and motor the eight miles. within a liter of seawater. So, This column is written to The Amelia Island Sailing Club held its Yacht Basin, which was concurrently cel- Of course, part of the decision to motor when a wound does occur discuss issues regarding annual Poker Run, co-sponsored by Amelia ebrating Clean Harbor Day with a cookout. might have been the fact that, during Poker here, it should be consid- sports, medicine and safety. It Island Yacht Basin, on Saturday. Unlike its After feasting on hamburgers, hot dogs Run, the participating boats were also com- ered contaminated and is not intended to serve as a other races, the Poker Run is more of a and all the trimmings, the committee peting in a fishing contest, using artificial potentially infected. replacement for treatment by social event, where sailboaters and power- chairman, Joe Bowen, called the crews lures trolled behind the boats. As usual it While there are common a doctor. It is only designed to boaters participate together. Heck, if one so together. With the crews assembled, he became clear why they call it fishing and bacteria such as staph and offer guidelines on the preven- chose, they could row the course. handed sealed envelopes containing seven not catching. The fish just did not cooper- strep in water-based environ- tion, recognition and care of The committee chairman chose an playing cards to each boat captain. When ate. However, Capt. John Burns aboard ments, there are also differ- injuries and illness. Specific eight-mile course, starting at the down- so directed, the captains opened the the sailboat Mast Confusion succeeded in ent bacteria in the water concerns should be discussed town marina, around the outer range mark- envelopes and, choosing the best five cards, landing the only fish hooked, a three-foot than those commonly found with a physician. Mail ques- er in Cumberland Sound, out to buoy 20 they played their “poker hand.” shark. on land, and these can be tions to Gregory Smith, M.D., and then a similar return course, finish- Bob Canon, captain of the sailboat Jade, Canon and crew hooked but did not much more aggressive. One 1250 S. 18th St., Suite 204, ing at buoy 10 near the downtown marina. with two pair (aces high), won first prize, land the Outer Range Marker. such bacteria species, called Fernandina Beach, FL Every time a boat passes one of the a three-night, four-day stay at Amelia Island Anyone with questions concerning the Vibrio, produces severe skin 32034. Call 261-8787 for designated buoys, rules require the cap- Plantation. It should be noted that Jade Amelia Island Sailing Club or who wishes infections that can lead to appointments or visit tains to radio the committee boat of their and the Mary Wanderer with Commodore to participate in club races or cruises rapid skin destruction and www.gsmithmd.com. progress and a playing card is dealt to an Charles Steinkamp were the only sailboats should contact Steinkamp at 583-3156. CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACK

12A FRIDAY, AUGUST 14, 2009 SPORTS News-Leader

SPORTS SHORTS Time to cheer day registration from 6-7 a.m. at the Atlantic Avenue Recreation Center. The Fernandina Beach High School cheer- Entry forms and online registration are leaders will hold their first practices for the available at the club’s website, 2009-10 school year from 8-9:30 a.m. Aug. 20 www.AmeliaIslandRunners.com. Forms are and 21 in the multipurpose room. Once school also available at Club 14 Fitness, Red Otter starts, conditioning will be held from 3:15-3:45 Outfitters and other locations. Visit the AIR p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays and practices website or call 277-3676. will be held from 3:15-4:15 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Uniform fees ($40) are due the first day of school, Aug. 24. Sports association A parent meeting will be held from 6-7 p.m. The Nassau County Sports Association Aug. 25. meets at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month at the county building, Yulee. Call 261-1075 or PHOTOS BY TERRY LACOSS/SPECIAL Back to School beach run 277-1609 for information. A jetty boat is pictured anchored close to the jetty rocks during an incoming tide and The second annual Back to School Beach fishes for a variety of inlet species, including redfish, shark, cobia and more. Fun Run/Walk 5K (3.1 miles) or 2K (one mile) Soccer referee course offered will be held Oct. 17 at Peters Point on A1A. The following soccer club is hosting the The event starts at low tide, 4 p.m. Registration Grade 8 (entry level) referee course. Visit information will be available in August. The day http://fsr-inc.com/ Welcome.aspx to register. includes music, food and awards. Begin train- Contact Mike Goodman, director of coaching Best action at the jetties ing now. Students participate for free. of Amelia Island Youth Soccer, at Proceeds benefit Communities in Schools. [email protected] with questions. Jetty fishing has picked up during the last Jacksonville Soccer Club from 11 a.m. to 4 few days and should produce excellent fish- Run Wild! at White Oak Plantation p.m. Aug. 22 and from 1-6 p.m. Aug. 23 (test ing action this weekend for area fishermen. night) at Chuck Rogers soccer park behind Run Wild! at White Oak Plantation in Yulee, Some of the best action is coming from the First Christian Church of Jacksonville, 11924 which benefits Girls on the Run of Northeast tip of the St. Marys north jetties, where big San Jose Road, Jacksonville. schools of redfish are holding weighing to 25 Florida, will be held Oct. 25 beginning at 8:30 pounds. Look for the larger, “bull,” reds to be a.m. Registration closes Oct. 20. The field is holding close to the rocks in deep water limited to the first 65. No event-day registration. Yoga classes while the smaller schooling size reds, weigh- Fee is $150. No refunds. All participants must • Y Yoga, 961687-201E Gateway Blvd., ing from 5-10 pounds, are holding over the be 18 or older. All runners are required to sign offers a stretch and strengthening class, flooding jetty rocks and close to the rocks as a waiver the day of the race. pilates, yin, yoga core ball, yoga for longevity, well in deep water. The adventure includes entry to the 10-mile beach yoga and basic yoga. Call 415-9642. Sea trout are also holding run (approximately 10.5 miles) through the • Dome Healing Center, 5024 First Coast at the very tip of the St. trails of an unspoiled, natural setting; swim- Hwy., offers Sivananda/Amrit style yoga for all Marys south jetty rocks dur- ming in the pool after the race; picnic lunch; levels and meditation and relaxation classes. ing the high falling tide. raffle; tour on an open-air bus through Wild For information, call 277-3663 or visit dome- Drift a live shrimp under a Oak’s wildlife preserve; goody bag. Visit healingcenter.com. sea trout float over the flood- GOTRneflorida.org or call (904) 619-6763. • Anytime Fitness, 463646 SR 200 Suite 4 ed rocks so the depth of the in Yulee. Call 225-8400 or visit www.anytimefit- live shrimp is adjusted to Mad Sunday Shoot ness.com. drift just above the sub- • Island Rejuvacations offers yoga and Amelia Shotgun Sports will host two tourna- merged rocks. lunch at Nassau Health Foods, 833 T.J. ments in the Mad Sunday Shoot. Shoot either ON THE A few reds and king Live mullet are excellent baits when Courson Road. Call 277-3158. or both, morning or evening. The event will be mackerel are holding at the fished on the bottom close to jetty rocks • Go Yoga, Inc. offers Power Vinyasa at WATER held Aug. 30 at 86300 Hot Shot Trail in Yulee tip of the St. Marys south when targeting cobia, red drum, floun- Bean School of Dance, 25 N. Third St. Call for NSCA registered shooters. Fees are are TERRY jetty rocks during the incom- der, tarpon and sharks. Chris Forehand (904) 335-0539 or visit www.goyogainc.com. $60 for NSCA and hunter, $45 for junior and ing tide as well. Live mullet is pictured with a successful net full of LACOSS sub-junior and $7 for warm-ups. Fees include or menhaden continue to be mullet. breakfast, lunch and awards Zumba classes prime kingfish baits when For information, call 753-4619 or 548-9818 fished right on the surface with the aid of a drift fishing boats. Big schools of cobia have • Kinderstudios, 1897 Island Walkway. Call or e-mail [email protected]. balloon or corks attached to the terminal fish- been sighted holding just off the surf south Alexandra Carroll at 415-0954. ing line. of the St. Johns inlet, where beach fishermen • Bean School of Dance, 25 N. Third St. Keeper-size red drum are taking live men- have been hooking up to more than 20 cobia Sailing Club meets Call 261-DANC. • A Chance To Dance, 474378 SR200. Call haden fished with a one-ounce led head jig per fishing trip. Apparently the schools of The Amelia Island Sailing Club meets the 753-3407 or email [email protected]. cast to the shallow edge of the jetty rocks. cobia have been migrating south, but may first Tuesday at the Kraft Athletic Club. Social • Anytime Fitness, 463646 SR 200 Suite 4 Barb the live menhaden up through the bot- change their migration plans and migrate hour is at 6:30 p.m; meeting is at 7:30 p.m. in Yulee. Call 225-8400 or visit www.anytimefit- tom of the mouth and right through the top north, so be prepared. Call Commodore Charlie Steinkamp at 261- ness.com. of the mouth. Bump the live bait combo slow- The best kingfish bite has been coming 5213 or visit www.ameliaislandsailing.org. ly over the submerged jetty rocks out into north from Doboy Sound and in 20 feet of • Club 14 Fitness, 1114 South 14th St., Fernandina Beach. Call 261-0557. deep water and hang on. water, where king mackerel fishing boats are Turtle Trot Sept. 5 Menhaden schools have been holding just hooking up to more than 20 kingfish weigh- north of Atlantic Avenue and close to the ing to 35 pounds in just a half day of kingfish- An earlier start and some free extras are in Fitness programs store for participants in this year’s Turtle Trot breakers. During last year’s summer fishing ing. • Anytime Fitness, 463646 SR 200 Suite 4 5K/10K race and 1.5-mile walk on Labor Day season, Capt. Benny Hendrix guided his fish- The News-Leader encourages local anglers in Yulee, offers step and sculpt, strength train- weekend. The annual event will begin at 7:30 ing charter to a 16-pound flounder at the tip to submit photographs of their catches. E-mail ing and abs, body sculpt and step aerobics. a.m. Sept. 5, a half hour earlier than last year. of the St. Marys south jetty rocks while fish- photos to bjones@ fbnewsleader.com, mail them Call 225-8400 or visit www.anytimefitness. After the race, runners can freshen up with ing with live menhaden on the bottom. to P.O. Box 766, Fernandina Beach, FL com. FitKidz for ages 4-11 is also offered. Call a free shower at the Atlantic Avenue Best bet for offshore fishing includes FC 32035, or drop them by the office at 511 Ash 699-5408 or e-mail [email protected]. Recreation Center and spend the rest of the and FA fish havens, where grouper, red snap- St. in Fernandina Beach. Call Beth Jones at • Club 14 Fitness, 1114 South 14th St., day on Amelia Island. Those who use the per, cobia and sea bass continue to please 261-3696 for more information. offers nutritional counseling, personal training, showers should bring their own towels. group fitness and cycling, strength training and Runners and walkers can present their race cardio, childcare, juice bar, tanning and bib for free admission to Fort Clinch State Park saunas. Visit www.club14fitness.com. Whether buying or selling, for the remainder of the day. An awards cere- • The McArthur Family YMCA, 1915 Citrona mony with door prizes will follow the event with Drive, offers various fitness programs. Call speak with the realtor who a grand prize of a four-day, three-night stay at 261-1080. Visit www.firstcoastymca.org. the Amelia Island Plantation. Programs are also offered in Yulee (call 225- The race will again feature professional has made it happen since 1995. 2550) and Hilliard (call (904) 845-2733). scoring from 1st Place Sports in Jacksonville, • Amelia Island Personal Fitness, Amelia using an electronic chip-timing system. The $7 million in closed sales Parkway Medical Plaza, 2416 Lynndale Road, 5K, 10K and 1.5-mile non-competitive walk will Suite 100, is a personal training studio dedicat- start and finish at the Atlantic Avenue year-to-date 2009. ed to promoting lifelong health and fitness Recreation Center with the last half of the 10K through appropriate exercise and nutrition, running through Fort Clinch State Park. focusing on preventing diabetes, cancer and Half-mile and one-mile fun runs for children View the best listings in the heart disease. Call 261-0698 for information. 10 and younger will begin at 9 a.m. In another Amelia Island Market.... change this year, the kids’ runs will be free. The goal is to encourage young people to run Challenger Bowling www.propertiesofameliaislandflorida.com and make the entire event more affordable for Nassau Challenger Bowling League for the families, Hill said. Registration is required and physically and mentally challenged meets the youth finishers will receive a ribbon at the end second Saturday of the month from 3-5 p.m. at of their run. the Strikers Family Bowling Center in Yulee. A popular feature is returning this year — Call Melinda Willaford at 261-3136. original T-shirt artwork by Fernandina Beach Claudia Watts of artist and sea turtle volunteer Sandra Baker- Hinton. All pre-registered walkers and 5K/10K Umpires recruited RE/MAX Professional Group runners will receive a T-shirt with shirts avail- Baseball and softball umpires can earn extra cash by joining the fastest growing 303 Centre Street, Suite 102 able on race day while supplies last. Proceeds benefit the Amelia Island Sea Turtle Watch and umpires association in Northeast Florida, the Located in Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach sea turtle patrols inside Fort Clinch State Park River City Umpires Association. Contact Terry On Amelia Island along with the running club’s youth running Padgett at (904) 879-6442 or Aaron Knowles 904-321-1999 OFFICE OR 904-556-4000 CELLULAR/BLACKBERRY programs. at (904) 962-7184. E-MAIL: [email protected] Entry fees through Aug. 28 will be $20 per River City Umpires is currently recruiting Website: www.propertiesofameliaislandflorida.com person or $15 for members of Amelia Island men and women interested in officiating base- Runners. After Aug. 28 through race day, the ball and softball and live or work in Baker, Claudia Watts fee will be $25 for everyone. Pre-registration Bradford, Clay, Duval, Putnam, St. Johns or ends at 2 p.m. Sept. 3, but there will be race- Nassau county. Visit www.rivercityumps.com.

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 14, 2009 B NEWS-LEADER/FERNANDINA BEACH, FLORIDA New Zealand sauvignon blanc still outshines

ROBERT M. WEINTRAUB For the News-Leader

Judging a wine by someone else’s opinion, regardless of how expert, can drive you nuts! Nothing beats your own taste and preferences, which reinforces my PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE JACKSONVILLE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA oft’ stated mantra: Never fear a This season the JSO welcomes, among others, Dirty Martini, above, and Itzhak Perlman, right. new wine. Sauvignon blanc has been one of my favorite white wines (and that of many others, judging from the reac- tion to JSO season a reason to celebrate EE && last WWIINN month’s PAUL WITKOWSKI Principal Conductor Fabio Mechetti S chardon- For the News-Leader has collaborated with JSO to contin- RTTNNEERRS nay ually reach new heights. PPAAR exposé). I his is certainly Some of the highlights with recently came across a column in Jacksonville’s year to cele- Mechetti at the helm for next sea- the New York Times that lamented brate a legacy of great son’s Fidelity National Financial a decline in New Zealand sauvi- T music, from awe-inspiring Masterworks series include gnon blanc. A panel of “experts” classics to fabulous guest artists Tchaikovsky’s “Pathétique,” sampled 25 kiwi SBs and “found and entertainers to a landmark 60th Beethoven’s “Eroica,” the Van too many wines that seemed aimed Anniversary Concert with Itzhak Cliburn Gold Medalist Debut, at being commercially inoffensive Perlman. Pictures at an Exhibition and a ...” and “the style has definitely Undeniably the reigning virtu- Fresh Ink World Premiere. We also changed.” oso of the violin, Perlman is synony- welcome to the stage such stellar Curious, and always prepared mous with landmark events and guest artists as conductor JoAnn to challenge my assumptions, we crowning artistic achievements. Falletta, violinist Chee-Yun, cellist assembled a panel of six ranging The 60th Anniversary Celebration Alisa Weilerstein and pianist from expert to novice to sample Concert featuring Perlman with the Arnaldo Cohen. nine locally found SBs recom- Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra Enjoying the finest in live sym- mended by aficionados. (I had win- takes place on Jan. 9, 2010, in phonic entertainment is what nowed the list from 15 as several Jacoby Symphony Hall. Northeast Florida audiences have were not up to my standard.) Over the decades, the come to expect, and the JSO’s 2009- Included in the selection were Jacksonville Symphony has elevated 10 Blue Cross and Blue Shield of three from New Zealand, three the community with the highest Florida Pops Series is no exception, from South Africa, one from Chile quality of artistry. And for the past and two from California. They 10 years, Music Director and JSO Continued on 3B SUBMITTED were priced between $7 and $18. Music Director and Principal Conductor Fabio Mechetti, above. French Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé were more than $20 and so were not included. For those who rave about New Zealand sauvignon blanc and fret ‘Jazz at Palace’ offers musical ‘potpourri’ over the Times’ experts’ declama- tions, have no fear. The three wines from the South Island were For the News-Leader This year’s Palace show promis- “We always have a great time at the clear favorites, with Chilean es to be another fun-filled and the Palace show, and this year will and Napa contestants close The Dynamic Les DeMerle Jazz informative evening in the festival be truly special,” said DeMerle. “It behind. One of the South Africans All Stars are set to swing in a variety tradition which will showcase a pot- was fun making so many new fans is our Best Buy. of jazz styles for its preview of the pourri of music — big band, be-bop, and friends while performing on the The sauvignon blanc grape 2009 Les DeMerle Amelia Island Dixieland and smooth — along with ship, some of whom hope to attend owes a lot to New Zealand. Thirty Jazz Festival, Thursday from 7-9 announcements of all festival activi- the festival,” he added. “But there’s years or so ago it was virtually p.m. at the newly renovated Palace ty, events and schedules. nothing like playing in front of our unknown. While it is a component Saloon in Fernandina Beach. A special DVD presentation, pro- home crowd.” of white Bordeaux, and it makes The event, which will benefit the duced by festival board member Advance tickets to “Jazz At The delicious white wines in the Loire educational programs and concerts Stan Cottle, will be shown which Palace” can be purchased for $25 at Valley, particularly in Sancerre and of the festival, will present a crack includes footage of the 2009 head- the UPS Store in the Island Walk Pouilly-Fumé, and it is part of the seven-piece jazz ensemble led by liner David Sanborn. The Amelia Shopping Center, 1417 Sadler Road, blend in the great sweet wines of DeMerle on drums and will feature Island Jazz Festival runs 10 days 277-0820, at the UPS Store, 46368 Sauternes, the grape’s name never some of the country’s finest musi- from Oct. 2-11, and Sanborn will State Road 2000, Suite 1,Yulee, 225- appears on those French labels. I cians, including multi-instrumental- appear two nights, Oct. 9 and 10, at 8840, online at www.ameliaislandjaz- FILE PHOTO discovered Sancerre a half century ist Dr. Bill Prince, formerly with, the new First Baptist Church zfestival.com, or at the door if not David Sanborn will perform at ago and loved is crisp, citrus fla- among others, Buddy Rich and Auditorium, 1600 S. Eighth St. sold out prior to the show. this year’s Amelia Island Jazz vor; but it was only recently that I Clark Terry, trumpeter Marvin DeMerle and Eisele, who recent- From 6-7 p.m. before the show, Festival. discovered sauvignon blanc wines Ferebee, University of North ly returned to Fernandina Beach Amelia Island Carriages will be from New Zealand as French Florida music professor Marc from a three-month European offering complimentary carriage wines became too pricey and hard Dickman on trombone, the dexter- cruise schedule via Celebrity rides around the downtown area to 501(c)3 corporation, and its newly to find in Northeast Florida. ous and ever exciting pianist Doug Cruises, are excited to be back all ticket holders. established jazz scholarship pro- Robert Mondavi didn’t help. He Matthews, bassist Ernie Ealum and home and primed to kick off the All proceeds benefit the Amelia sizzling vocalist Bonnie Eisele. Jazz Festival season. Island Jazz Festival, a not-for-profit JAZZ Continued on 2B WINE Continued on 2B OFF&ONTHE ISLAND

GULLAH/GEECHEE FESTIVAL the pavilions courtesy of Trinity United Health Ministry at Methodist Church and Pastor Mark Garvin. YUMC, toward the pur- The Gullah/Geechee Nation International There will be free physicals and free vision chase of a heart defibril- Music & Movement Festival screenings from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., courtesy of the lator machine. will take people on a historic Wal-Mart Vision Center, and from 9-11 p.m., enjoy Contact Julie Mainor three-day journey to the the movie “Free Willy” by the pool. at (904) 571-9172 or Golden Isles Aug. 21-23. This cheezdoodle02@ annual celebration, which MUSIC AND SKATE DEMO yahoo.com. culminates with events on A “Back 2 Skool Rock-N- Aug. 23 in O’Neil, Rollers Musik Fest & Skate SPAGHETTI DINNER Nassauville and American Demo” will be held Aug. 22 Rescuing Animals in Nassau, or RAIN, will Beach, highlights authentic from 5 p.m. to dusk at the hold its annual spaghetti dinner fundraiser from presentations of Skate Park at Main Beach in 4-8 p.m. Aug. 22 at the Gullah/Geechee culture by Fernandina Beach. Atlantic Avenue natives of the Gullah/Geechee Nation. It starts in Performers include Dear Recreation Savannah, with events also at St. Simons Island, Dakota, The Shoreline, Center in Jekyll Island and Brunswick, Ga. American Science and Love Always. Admission Fernandina For more details, including group discounts, is free. Beach. call (843) 838-1171 or e-mail [email protected] Tickets or [email protected]. QUILT SHOW are $10 and A Yulee Quilt Group fundraiser, Traditions and include spaghetti with sauce of choice, salad, BACK TO SCHOOL WEEKEND Treasures quilt show, will be held at Yulee United bread, drink and dessert. There will also be a Enjoy a back to school Methodist Church on Aug. 21 from 5-9 p.m. A $12 silent auction and entertainment. weekend from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. donation includes the quilt show (over 50 quilts), Tickets are on sale at the Fernandina Beach Aug. 21 at the MLK Center, door prize ticket, one raffle ticket for a full/queen Animal Clinic, Lofton Creek Animal Clinic, 1200 Elm St., Fernandina quilt, plus a catered dinner (parmesan crusted Nassau Veterinary Clinic, Bark Avenue Pet Beach, including a chicken plus dessert buffet) and Julie’s trunk Boutique and Bucky’s Best Friends Card and Gift. school supplies give- show, “A Florida Quilt Collage.” Seating is limited. For information call RAIN at (904) 879-5861 or e- away and cookout under Call or e-mail for tickets. Proceeds go to the mail [email protected].

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available for purchase. For MUSIC NOTES more information call the OUT AND ABOUT library at 266-9813. • • • Whitby Quinn jazz among the ocean breezes at Burney Amelia Community Park (corner of Gregg and Burney) at Theatre will hold auditions SPECIAL EVENTS Animals Day on Aug. 15 at Whitby Quinn will perform the New American Beach from 5-8 p.m. on Aug. 22. for “Educating Rita” at 4 Central Park on Atlantic Hollywood Songs from 8-11 p.m. tonight at Bring your chairs to enjoy this free event at p.m. Aug. 22 and 23 at 209 Join Team Seth Atkins for Avenue in Fernandina Beach. Cafe Karibrew, corner of Alachua and North the beach, with food by Woody’s BarBQ of Cedar St. One man and one a Spirit Night at Chick-fil-A The two-mile walk starts at Third streets. Yulee. For information call 277-7960. woman are needed for the in Yulee to bring awareness 6:30 p.m. and is followed by a As Whitby Quinn, Fernandina Beach Donations to American Beach Property cast of this English comedy and support to Down syn- candlelight vigil. Contact Cats songwriters, Robert H. Sanders (lead Owner’s Association (ABPOA) for outstanding about a disillusioned profes- drome from 5-8 p.m. Angels at 321-2267, e-mail vocal/acoustic guitar) and Michael J. projects are appreciated. sor who agrees to take Rita, a tonight. A portion of sales [email protected] or Howerton (vocals/acoustic and electric guitar) hairdresser who’s hungry for inside or through the drive- visit the Thrift Store and combine their performance and songwriting Story & Song an education, as a private stu- talents in an acoustic eclectic sound that is through will be donated to the Adoption Center at 709 S. The next Evening of Story & Song in dent. Performances are Down Syndrome Association Eighth St. reminiscent of America, the Eagles and between Nov. 5-21. Call 261- • • • James Taylor. Burns Hall at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church on of Jacksonville in the name of Sept. 5 will feature award-winning Welsh 6749 for more information or Team Seth. There will also be Miss Kate’s Pre K, 1303 The duo’s CD “She’s Gone” will be avail- to check out a script. able for a special price, when you ask for the singer/songwriter David Llewellyn. • • • raffles for all ages to partici- Jasmine St., Fernandina Coal dust and the small coal mining val- pate in as well as face paint- Beach, is offering “I’m Ready “Hollywood” deal. Come hear some of the Fernandina Little Theatre new songs to be released on the upcoming leys of South Wales supplied a down to earth ing and a craft. for Kindergarten,” a two-day upbringing whose values and early lessons will hold auditions for two • • • project, “Down In Hollywood.” refresher session for children Llewellyn still holds dear. But at 17, with a short classic suspense sto- American Beach author, entering kindergarten, Aug. 17 Jazz and wine jacket and guitar in hand he left home to ries, “The Tell-Tale Heart” Annette McCollough Myers, and 18 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. begin what has been a lifelong passion. In and “The Lottery” on Aug. will sign copies of her latest Fee is $22; enrollment is The Intercoastal Wine Company, 10 N. 2007, he won the Kerrville Folk Festival “New 22 at 11:15 a.m. and Aug. 25 book, The limited. Parents provide lunch. Second St., will present Fernandina’s own, Folk” Competition, and last year, won the at 7:15 p.m. The productions Big Sand To register your child, contact Gabriel Arnold, a saxophone soloist who prestigious John Lennon Songwriting require minimal rehearsal. Dune and Miss Kate at 321-0049 or at brings a diversified blend of styles ranging Contest. Performers are needed, no The Beach [email protected]. from classic jazz, swing to Latin and R&B on previous experience required, • • • Enjoy the wine bar before the show. Doors Lady, at Aug. 15 from 7-9 p.m. Couple his sax music open at 7:15 p.m. and the show is at 8 p.m. ages 16 and up, five women Books Plus, The next WIN WIN meet- with the great art of Susi Sax, for the makings Proceeds benefit St. Peter’s. Tickets are $15, and six men; and ages 8-12, 107 Centre ing is Aug 17 at 6:30 p.m., for a great evening. Call 321-1300. and may be purchased in advance at First three to four boys and girls. hosted by Karen Lee of St., Summer jazz series Coast Community Bank on South 14th Street Five performances are sched- Fernandina Heron’s Swim & Sport and (across from Wal-Mart), or at St. Peter’s uled Oct. 24, 25, 29, 30 and Beach today and Aug. 15 Judy Richardson of Divine The Historic American Beach “Summer Administration Office. 31. E-mail from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and Finds, 4924 First Coast Hwy., [email protected]. Jazz Series” continues its free concerts with Presented by The Founders of St. Peter’s • • • Aug. 16 from noon-5 p.m. Amelia Island. Instant Groove. The band will provide great and Mark and Donna Paz Kauffman. This is a fascinating his- Women in Nassau helping The next Free Movie in toric non-fiction storybook nar- Women in Need is a network- Central Park, sponsored by rative for children to adults ing group to benefit women “Pearls of the Pacific” about the National Champion to Yulee/FBHS Classes of Prosperity Bank, is “Karate ages 100-plus about the his- dealing with cancer, through Polynesian dancers and din- Gators. All fans are welcome. 1970-1975. Kid” on Aug. 29 at 8:30 p.m. tory of American Beach, the Gerri’s Corner. ner at 5 p.m. Contact Tommy Roberts at E-mail Starr Davis at Bring your blankets and lawn big sand dune named “Nana” Bring a $35 check payable Cost is $5. Reservations 277-4111 or (904) 335-7326. yulee_fbhs.gettogether@yaho chairs, concessions will be and MaVynee the “Beach to WIN WIN, which includes are required. RSVP to Wendy • • • o.com or call Kathy Gillis available for purchase. Lady.” dinner and a beverage. To at 321-0898 by Aug. 17. The Amelia Island Spivey at 225-9560. This is an • • • Contact the author at RSVP contact Connie at 759- • • • Ballroom Youth Academy alcohol-free event. All 1970- Tickets are now on sale for [email protected] 0745 or e-mail connie@win- On Aug. 22, Redbones will hold a community dance 75 FBHS students and facul- Norman Beim’s comedy, t or 261-4396. winnassau.com. Dog Bakery and Boutique on Aug. 29 at the Peck ty/staff are invited. “Archie’s Comeback,” the • • • • • • will host its next free dog Center auditorium. A compli- • • • opening production of the Celebrate the 40th On Aug. 17 at 7 p.m. the wash and pet adoption from mentary class starts at 7 p.m., On Sept. 8 First Coast Fernandina Little Theatre’s Anniversary of Woodstock General Joseph Finnegan 10 a.m.-4 p.m., along with followed by the dance from 8- Oncology — Nassau will 18th season. with Woofstock at the Camp 745 and the Order of specials on its baked dog 11 p.m. Students also will host its inaugural Believing that her husband Nassau Humane Society the Confederate Rose will treats. All donations benefit present a dance exhibition. Celebration Of Survival Archie drowned, Lily has Dog Park on Aug. 15 from 5- muster at the Pig BBQ in the Nassau Humane Society. Tickets are $10. Children 17 event from 4-5:30 p.m. at the decided to remarry after 10 p.m. Enjoy mellow music Callahan. Some members Redbones is located at 809 S. and under accompanied by office at 1340 South 18th St. seven lonely years — but by Hupp and Ray. Admission and guests come earlier to Eighth St. in the Pelican an adult admitted free. in Medical Building A, Suite suddenly, in pops Archie, is $15 for adults and $10 for complete their meal before Palms shops. Call 321-0020. Proceeds will benefit the 103. freshly rescued from a desert kids and includes catfish and the program begins. • • • academy. Contact Felix at This is an opportunity to island where he’s been hav- hotdogs, coleslaw, fries and Guest speaker, electrical Join the Nassau Humane (904) 707-6762. celebrate cancer patients who ing a wonderful time! dessert. Beer and wine will be power generation engineer Society on Aug. 25 anytime • • • were treated at First Coast Regular performances are available for purchase. Best- Michael L. Thornton of from 5-10 p.m. at Chili’s A Passion 4 Pooches Pet Oncology — Nassau and who Sept. 5, 10, 11 and 12 at 7:30 dressed wins a prize. Jacksonville will share restaurant in Yulee for the Spa is holding a Suds 4 have become cancer sur- p.m. and Sept. 6 at 2:30 p.m.; Tickets are available at the “Confederate Thoughts on Give Back’ Night supporting Shelters Bath-A-Thon event vivors. There will be an edu- tickets are $16. A special Dog Park (across from the Self Defense.” There will be the non-profit shelter. on Aug. 29 beginning at 8 cational component that will “Tuesdays for Twelve” per- Fernandina Beach airport) music and poetry of the 1861- Ten percent of your bill will a.m. All the proceeds from delve into what life is like after formance is Sept. 8 at 7:30 and Redbones Dog Bakery 1865 period. Call (904) 571- be donated to the Nassau dog baths that day will benefit cancer. The event is free and p.m. for $12. Tickets can be on South Eighth Street in the 1177. Humane Society. Flyers will the Nassau Humane Society. light refreshments will be purchased at The UPS Store Pelican Palms Plaza. • • • be provided via e-mail, at the To schedule your dog’s beau- served. in the Publix shopping center • • • Savannah Grand of Dog Park, local merchants, ty appointment, call 491-1767. The event is sponsored by and at FLT, 1014 Beech St. Cats Angels, Inc. SPCA Amelia Island Assisted Living the Chamber of Commerce, A Passion 4 Pooches Pet Spa First Coast Cancer will hold its annual Walk and Community will hold a “Luau and at the restaurant. They is located at 1881 South 14th Foundation. For more infor- ART/GALLERIES Candlelight Vigil commemo- Party” on Aug. 21, with must be attached to your din- St. in Fernandina. mation, or to RSVP, please rating International Homeless entertainment at 4 p.m. by ing bill for the rebate. • • • call (904) 387-5312. Island Art Association For information call Sandy A Labor Day get-together member Susi Sax and select- Balzer at 491-6146. for 1970-75 FBHS students FILM/THEATER ed works by Sid Sax, in retro- • • • from Yulee will be held Sept. spect, will be on exhibit at the Nassau County Gators 7, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., at Chem The Bryceville Library Intercoastal Wine Company will gather for a social and Cell. Cost is $20 per person. and the Bryceville Friends during August, September dinner at Sliders Seaside Grill A meal will be served at noon. of the Library will be hosting and October. The show is on Fletcher Avenue, Reservations and payment free movie nights. The first titled, “Bowl of Lemons,” Fernandina Beach, Aug. 27 must be made by Sept. 1 at movie is “Hotel For Dogs” the art of Sid Sax and “the at 6 p.m. At 7:15 p.m. guest First Coast Community Bank on Aug. 20 from 5-7 p.m. at not-so-square-mind” of speaker Dan Hicken, First in Yulee or mailed to FCCB — the library, 7280 Motes Road, Susi Sax. Coast News sportscaster and Attn: Susan Murray, P.O. Box Bryceville. The movie is free An Artist Reception will be radio talk show host, will 1739, Fernandina Beach, FL and open to everyone and held Aug. 27 from 5:30-7:30 share his insight and humor 32035. Make checks payable soft drinks and popcorn will be p.m. at 10 N. Second St.

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tion with the cast of the Jacoby Symphony Hall with stay open afterward for audi- Philharmonic Orchestra, Hall at the Times-Union JSO Continued from 1B Alhambra Theatre features a Saint-Saëns “Organ ences and musicians to min- Butterman returns to the JSO, Center for the Performing with Principal Pops semi-staged concert version Symphony” (Jan. 15-16, 2010). gle. Plans are in the works for where he served as associate Arts delivers an acoustically Conductor Michael Krajewski of Rodgers and A new Friday Fusion series visual art, jazz and acoustic conductor from 2000-7, to con- superior live symphonic expe- and headliners such as Sandi Hammerstein’s “Oklahoma!” features a tasteful variety of music and more entertaining duct a series of concerts, rience. And in today’s eco- Patty and Pink Martini, and (Sept. 18-20, 2009). symphonic gems, introduced elements. including Beethoven’s nomic climate, the JSO offers tributes to Charlie Chaplin, This season also commem- from the stage by our artists. Michael Butterman “Eroica,” “German Fusion,” a significant value for live per- Ray Charles, John Williams orates the Jacksonville Programs include German, returns to the podium as JSO First Coast Nutcracker, forming arts. and modern Broadway. Symphony Chorus’ 25 years French, Italian and Latin resident conductor. Currently Handel’s Messiah and com- Information and tickets are The JSO’s annual opera of great music with Orff’s musical evenings and audi- serving as music director of munity concerts throughout available through the box production continues with impassioned Carmina Burana ences can get a taste of the the Boulder Philharmonic the area. office at (904) 354-5547 and at Mozart’s lighthearted Cosí (Nov. 5-7, 2009), and we honor evening’s theme with food Orchestra and principal con- Widely regarded as one of www.jaxsymphony.org, fan tutte (Feb. 13, 2010), and the 10th season of the majes- before the concert (for an ductor for education and out- country’s finest concert halls, including the season its musical theater collabora- tic Bryan Concert Organ in additional price). The bar will reach of the Rochester Robert E. Jacoby Symphony brochure. SCHOLARSHIPS MENTORS & HOPE ... Thanks to You. TAKE STOCK IN CHILDREN ~ 2008-2009 Take Stock in Children is a scholarship and mentoring program that provides academically promising children from deserving families in Nassau County with scholarships to college or vocational school and guidance from caring mentors. HIGHLIGHTS of 2008-2009 • 98% students enrolled remain in Take Stock • 3rd Annual Mentor-Student Luncheon • 19 Take Stock graduates received scholarships • Field Trip to Florida State College • 43 new students given Take Stock opportunity at Jacksonville North Campus • State-wide Excellence in Mentoring Award • 13th Annual Awards Celebration Event • Over 2500 volunteer hours donated • 5th Light Up a Life Benefit at • 5th “Hollar for a Dollar” benefit by FCCJ Staff Spa & Shops of Amelia Island Plantation

Malikah Akbar, FBHS JaKarra Kemp, HM/SHS Florida Memorial University 2008-09 Take Stock in Children Scholars Florida State College Callahan Middle School Fernandina Beach Middle School at Jacksonville Austin Anderson, Lindsey Coppola, Brandi Cunliffe, Emmie Clark, Deonna Clinton, Haley DeVol, Bo Garner, Georgia Lavender, Ashley Ponce, Camila Gomez, Wendall McGahee, Taniya McNeil, Dalton Rapoza, Shelby Wolfe Nicholas Vopitta, Carter Williams, Iyana Williams

Hilliard Middle/Senior High School Yulee Middle School Kory Bryant, Megan Caudill, Andrew Coiro, Johanna Diaz, Tristyn Bennett, Austin Bernard, Micheala Bowen, Miriah Durrance, Devin Emery, Dustin Emery, Kalyn Frazier, Garrett Gagnon, James Gardner, Jessimine Gonzalez, Morgan Harris, Raegan Hodges, Katie Kennedy, Carrie Hicks, Victoria Lockett, Destiny Mullikin, Nora Prestigiacomo, Emmalee Smith, Tabitha Spencer Kaitlyn Pietrusiak, Jennifer Portillo, Joseph Turner Contributors Shayona Alderman, HMS/HS Joyce Aldrich Susan Howard Jean D. Pitcher Advanced Rehabilitation-FB GFWC Woman’s Club Anna Pollard, FBHS Florida State College W.L. Amos, MD Suzanne Hughes Jennifer & Reinhold Priek Advanced Rehabilitation-GA Kiwanis Club of University of Central Florida at Jacksonville Sylvie & Dooley Baxter Leena & Jaswant Jadeja Jane & Ted Preston Bank of America Fernandina Beach Betty & David Berkman Dianne & Richard Johnson Dianne & Charles Rice Brandies Hardware LeClos of Amelia Island Julie & Jeffrey Blake Sandy & Luke Karlovec Jackye & Gary Rubin Café Karibo Owens, Van Etta & Sheila & Bill Braddock Suzanne Keith & Sherri Sears Classic Carpets Kitson, PA Mary & Rod Brannen Don McCurry Rachel & Clayton Smith Cotner & Associates Merck Partnership of Giving Anne & Tom Burns Lorraine & Tom King Jan & Stuart Smith Dome Healing Center Nassau County Record Sylvia Cherry Lee & Roger Kintzel Beverly & Robert Stormoen Farm Credit of North Florida Nassau County School Board Margaret & Neil Childs Laura Kitson, DMD Anthony Stubits, DO Fernandina Beach News-Leader Nassau County Builder’s Lucille Dean Kevin Koons Barbara Webster Fernandina Beach Association Gracia & Wally Drew Lois & Brien Laing Mike Weinstein Animal Clinic Michael Paul’s FormalWear Patricia & Leonard Ermold Karen & Coleman Langshaw Campaign Fund First Coast Community Banks Pilates of Amelia YHS Cory Prescott, WNHS Chris Cardona, Judy & David Easterly Mary Ellen & Norm Ledwin Ashley Woolley First Coast Workforce Dev. Property Management Florida State College Florida State College Judy Easterly’s Family Mary & Brad Lesher Jean & Joseph Wyatt First National Bank Systems at Jacksonville at Jacksonville Cherry & Dan Gallagher Claudette Lowary Charlotte & John Florida State College Publix Super Markets, Inc. 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ANNOUNCEMENTS 107 Special Occasion EMPLOYMENT EDUCATION 601 Garage Sales 615 Building Materials FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF IRENE HUGE 8-FAMILY YARD SALE - at METAL ROOFING - 40 yr warranty. SMITH - will be celebrating her 90th Kelley Pest Control on the corner of Buy direct from manufacturer. 30 102 Lost & Found birthday at Amelia Walk Clubhouse on 201 Help Wanted 301 Schools & 10th & Lime. Fri. & Sat., 8am-2pm. colors in stock, w/all accessories. Quick August 15th. Rain or shine. turn around. Delivery available. Gulf DOG MISSING - since Sat. night from NOW RECRUITING - Offshore oil/gas Instruction Coast Supply & Mgf. (888)393-0335. GARAGE SALE - Fri. 8/14, Sat. 8/15, Hart Terrace & Lem Turner, Callahan. industry. Captains, engineers, cooks, www.GulfCoastSupply.com. ANF & Sun. 8/16, 8am-? 86369 Jean Rd. Sm 10-lb male Dachshund mix, black galleyhands, tankermen, riggers & AIRLINES ARE HIRING - Train for New guns, freezer, refrig., knick- w/2 wht hairs on rt shoulder, no collar. EMPLOYMENT entry level. Sign up for training (850) high paying Aviation Maintenance knacks, old pictures, dryer, furniture, Name “Jet”. Small reward. No quest- 424-2605 www.offshoremarineindust Career. FAA approved program. misc. 45 cal carbine rifle NIB, 308 616 Storage/Warehouses ions asked. Pls call (904)879-1182. ries.com. ANF Financial aid if qualified - Housing tactical NIB, 22 with scope NIB. Rain STEEL BUILDING SALE - Priced to If You Have Lost Your Pet - please 201 Help Wanted available. Call Aviation Institute of dates 22nd, 23rd, 24th. check the Nassau Humane Society Earn $$$ Helping MDs! Process Maintenance (888) 349-5387. ANF sell. Quick delivery. Easy do-it-yourself medical claims from home. Call the LOTS OF NEAT STUFF - Fri. 8/14 & construction. 25x40 $5,990. 30x40 facility located at 671 Airport Rd. next LOGISTICS EMPLOYEE NEEDED ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINE - from Federal Trade Commission to find out Sat. 8/15, 8am-3pm. 96108 Speckled $6,900. 35x50 $9,750. 40x60 to the airport (904)321-1647 & the ASAP! - *MUST KNOW AES DIRECT home. Medical, business, paralegal, how to spot medical billing scams. Trout Trail off Barnwell Rd. $11,600. 48x90 $23,400. End optional. Nassau County Animal Shelter, 86078 FOR EXPORT DOC FILING *WILL computers, criminal justice. Job place- License Rd. in Yulee next to the drivers NEGOTIATE TRUCK, RAIL, BARGE, & 1(877)FTC-HELP. A message from the YARD SALE - Fri. 8/14 & Sat. 8/15, Others. Pioneer (800)668-5422. ANF News-Leader and the FTC. ment assistance. Computer available. license building (904)491-7440. OCEAN RATES FOR ALL DOM & INT'L Financial aid if qualified. Call (866)858- 9am-2pm. Books, glass, toys. Too MOVEMENTS. *BILINGUAL SPANISH/ much to list. 96728 Commodore Point FINAL EXPENSE - Regional Mgr. 2121, www.CenturaOnline.com. ANF ENGLISH IS A PLUS. EMAIL RESUMES Dr. (Heron Isles off Chester Rd. in 618 Auctions opportunity. TV leads, newspaper TO OLYSTEELTRADING.JOBS@OLY Yulee). Rain cancels. inserts, direct mail, lead financing, STEEL.COM OR FAX TO (904)491-8688 LIVE TELEVISED - RE Auctions 3pm 104 Personals exclusive territories, 75% commission YARD SALE - 3141 Bailey Rd. Fri. EOE M/F/D/V 305 Tutoring EST, 8/22. 70+ home sell absolute. Bid advances. Old American Ins. Co. 8/14 & Sat. 8/15, 8am-5pm. online: williamsuction.com/absolute. Advertise in Over 100 Papers! - (888)344-4003. ANF BONITO GRILL & SUSHI - now hiring www.abclearningresourcecenter.com NEIGHBORHOOD GARAGE SALE - Watch on Dish network Ch. 217 * One Call - One Order - One Payment Tutoring, behavior, summer programs, Fri. 8/14, 1-5pm & Sat. 8/15, 10am- DirecTV Ch. 347. (800)801-8003. ANF The Advertising Networks of Florida - for Hostess & Assistant Manager. Apply ELEMENTS SALON between 2:30-3:30pm. Call 261-0508. Spanish, home school support, 2pm. No early birds. Natures Walk Put Us to work for You! (866)742-1373 Hiring an Esthetician. Flex hours. Must educational testing. (904)432-8212. Subdivision. Multiple families. Rain or www.national-classifieds.com, CONTRACT FOR BID - General be professional & experienced. (904) shine. [email protected]. ANF 491-0991, ask for Summer or Jessica. PIANO LESSONS - Private Lessons, 624 Wanted To Buy Cleaning: Approx. 5,000 sq. ft. 17 Beginner - Intermediate Ages 5-99. MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE - offices, 5 bathrooms & 2 kitchens. LMT Position Available - in Limited spaces available. Enrolling 1216 Fir St. Sat. 8/15, 8am-?. I BUY JUNK CARS & HEAVY Please submit bid to Family Support expanding Chiropractic & Wellness now. Walter Parker (904)347-1587. EQUIPMENT FOR SCRAP - CASH Services, 86004 Christian Way, Yulee, YULEE YARD SALE - Thurs. 8/13, Fri. Center. 2 years minimum experience PAID. (904)879-1190 / 705-8628 105 Public Notice FL 32097. Bid closure date is 8-25-09. 8/14, & Sat. 8/15, 8am-4pm. Off required. Please call (912)882-8888. Phone #(904) 225-5347, Fax Harts Rd., west to 86204 Hayley Pl. #(904)225-5349. FARMS & ANIMALS Lots of stuff! All Real Estate Advertised 625 Free Items Herein - is subject to the Federal RV Delivery Drivers Needed - De- FREE RABBIT CAGE - Holds about 30 Fair Housing Act, which makes it liver RVs, boats & trucks for PAY! De- 204 Work Wanted 502 Livestock 602 Articles for Sale rabbits. Call (904)491-4970. illegal to advertise any prefer- liver to all 48 states & CN. For details ence, limitation, or discrimination log on to www.RVdeliveryjobs.com. SEMI RETIRED ELECTRICIAN - & Supplies KING MATTRESS - No box spring. based on race, color, religion, sex, ANF Small jobs welcomed. (904)277-4777 Restonic Heirloom pillow top. Rarely HORSE BOARDING - in Yulee. Full used, absolutely clean. $200. Rich handicap, familial status or SUBSTITUTE FOOD SERVICE RECREATION Board $350 per month. Multiple Horse (904)502-3521. national origin, or the intention to WORKERS HOUSE CLEANING - I have openings discount. 583-0278 make any such preference, The Nassau County School Board is to clean your home, weekly, bi-weekly, GOLF CART - 2007 Precedent 48 volt. limitation or discrimination. currently accepting applications for or monthly. Experienced and refer- Like new. $2,800. (904)631-5822 701 Boats & Trailers substitute Food Service Workers. ences. Call for a bid. (904)261-0780 The News-Leader will not LG FRIG - & microwave, stainless Salary is $7.25 per hour and the hours 503 Pets/Supplies steel, like new, $900. Other items: BOAT, TRAILER & MOTOR - $1400. knowingly accept any advertising HARD WORKERS II - House cleaning will vary depending on the school. cushioned barstools w/back, $25/ea. Will sell separately. Negotiable. Call for real estate which is in violation and painting. Garages to yards. Great SIAMESE/PERSIAN MIX KITTENS - Contact Allyn Graves, Food Service Ent. center, $25. Local (706)669-0151 (904)321-2657. of the law. All persons are hereby references and estimates. Please call Free to good home. (904)225-9940 Director, at (904)491-9924 or GUN SHOW - Sat. 08/15, 9-5 & Sun. informed that all dwellings (904)335-1226 or (904)206-1059. 3 VERY COOL PUPPIES FOR SALE - (877)813-2298 for further information. 08/16, 9-4. The Morocco Shrine, 3800 advertised are available on an Yorkie/Maltese Mix. 8 weeks old. Mom St. Johns Bluff Rd., Jax. North Florida REAL ESTATE equal opportunity basis. HEAT & AIR TECHS - have recession MASTER ELECTRICIAN - 45 yrs exp- and Dad CKC registered, on premises. Arms Collectors, (904)461-0273. proof careers. 3WK training erience. Low prices, work guaranteed. $375/each. (904)536-3072 SALES If you believe that you may have accreditation. EPA/OSHA certified. Small jobs welcomed. 10% discount been discriminated against in Local job placement assistance. with ad. Call Tom (904)491-9992. connection with the sale, rental or Financing available. May qualify for 603 Miscellaneous financing of housing, call the GI/VA benefits. (877)994-9904. ANF MERCHANDISE 804 Amelia Island Homes United States Department of Donate Your Vehicle - Receive $1000 Housing and Urban Development YMCA NOW HIRING - After School 206 Child Care grocery coupon. United Breast Cancer 2BR/1BA NORTH END HOME - - HUD - 1(800)669-9777, or for Program part time child care positions Foundation. Free mammograms, breast Detached garage, washer/dryer. Pets in the Fernandina/Yulee area. DCF 601 Garage Sales the hearing impaired 1(800)927- BABYSITTER/NANNY AVAILABLE - cancer info www.ubcf.info. Free towing, ok. $1000/mo. (253)232-6236 certification encouraged; seeking pro- 9275. w/experience to watch your children. YARD SALE - located at 86282 tax deductible, non-runners accepted. fessional, positive, and energetic lead- OCEANFRONT - Log Cabin R-3 Full time or part-time. Very reliable & Hickory Trail, Yulee, Florida in Hickory (888)468-5964. ANF ership. Please submit an application/ income. Property remodeled $975K. flexible. Call Rebecca (904)557-8328. Village Subdivision (off of Miner Road). resume to the McArthur YMCA, 1915 From 8am-12pm. Join us for great Oceanview - Homes needs TLC. Rear Citrona Drive, Fernandina. 261-1080. bargain prices! unit leases at $750/mo. Summer 610 Air Conditioners Beach - 2028sf. Short distance to OTR DRIVERS - for PTL. Earn up to COMMUNITY YARD SALE - Bells beach. $415K. Amelia Coastal Realty 2707 Sadler Rd. 46 cpm. No forced NE. 12 mos exp 207 Business /Heating 261-2770 Fernandina Beach, FL req’d. No felony or DUI past 5 yrs. River Estates, 3 miles down Chester. Sat. 8/15, 8am. 32034 (877)740-6262 www.ptl-inc.com. ANF Opportunities HEAT/COOL - Window units & ice (904) 277-2300 machines, used all sizes w/warr. 805 Beaches DENTAL ASSISTANT - P/T. Pls call ALL CASH VENDING - Do you earn BIG MOVING SALE - Yard equipment, Repairs to central & window AC's, Fax: (904) 277-1839 (904)261-6826 or send resume to $800/day? 25 local machines & candy appliances, toddler children’s items refrigerators & freezers. Kish's (904) OCEANFRONT PROPERTY (904)261-8181. Robert H. Friedman, $9,995. (888)629-9968 BO2000033. including bikes, toys, strollers, clothes. 225-9717. Visit www.OceanfrontAmelia.com for a DMD, 2896 S. 8th St., FB 32034. Call us: We will not be undersold! ANF Sat. 8/15, 8am-12pm. 861516 complete list, or call Bob Gedeon at Worthington Dr., Page Hill Subd. is seeking the following positions: Oceanfront Realty (904)261-8870. MULTI FAMILY SALE - Fri., Sat., 611 Home Furnishings FSBO-Reduced. 3/2, 1.5 blocks to • EXPERIENCED Sun., 8/14 - 8/16. This is a don't miss. beach. New roof/kitchen/siding. Across Lots of great items!!!! (904)753-7557. NEW SLEEPER SOFA, $450. Kitchen from comm. pool, 2 scrn’d tiled porch- HOUSEKEEPERS, SUPERVISORS 95003 Petunia Court across from store table set, $175. Washer & dryer, $150. es, hot tub. $339,900. (904)556-4500 in Nassauville. Call (201)650-4908. • EXPERIENCED FRONT DESK GARAGE SALE - Fri. & Sat., 8:30am- ASSOCIATES - ALL SHIFTS 4pm. Antiques, dishes, books, clothes, 612 Musical Instruments 806 Waterfront tools, fishing gear, what-nots, & many Waterfront Homes & Lots - Call Come join our enthusiastic family, other items. 2.4 miles down Blackrock. ELECTRIC GUITAR - & amp, Epiphone (904) 261–4066 for information. C.H. Look for Signs! RAIN CANCELS. Studio Goth, black. Line 6 Spider where we will know your name. Lasserre, Realtor. MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE - Fri. Modeling amp, hard shell case. Steal Background check required 8/14 & Sat. 8/15, 8am-? Furniture, them - $450. Rich (904)502-3521. clothes, china cabinet. 85155 Tinya 808 Off Island/Yulee No pagers or cell phones Rd., Yulee. 613 Television FSBO LOFTON OAKS - Cute family Apply in person YARD SALE - Sat. 8/15. Abaco Island home, 3BR/2BA, fireplace, fenced Dr., off Old Nassauville Rd. Antiques, Radio-Stereo backyard, all appliances. $145,000 or 2707 Sadler Rd. golf clubs, & misc items of all kinds. $1000 to Rent. 277-6791 Fernandina Beach, FL Must see. 8am-1pm. 60” PHILIPS MAGNAVOX BIG BEAUTIFUL 2400SF 4BR/3BA - SCREEN TV - $400/OBO. Works great. Hickory Village. $260,000 w/$10,000 NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE YARD SALE - off Barnwell Rd., 95207 Too big for my living room. 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Must see. $295,000. Owner financing # w/down payment. (904)753-2155 856 Apartments # 321-0457 On Island/In Park - Remodeled eff # # HERON ISLES - Renovated 3BR/2BA, w/yard incl utils $125/wk, $495/mo. + Unfurnished ############### A 2ND CHANCE. 1213 sq. ft., new landscaping, paint, dep. Plus - 2&3BR starting $165/wk., tile, carpet. $114,900. Make offer. $660/mo. + dep. Utils avail. 261-5034 (904)277-8845. 1ST AVE. DUPLEX - Garage, 2BR/ 3BR/2BA DWMH - Private lot on 1.5BA, all appliances, fresh paint, nice Adopt A Companion Today. Blackrock Rd. W/D, dishwasher. $825/ carpet, partially furnished if desired. CURTISS H. mo. + dep. (2) 2BR MH’s also $950/mo. (904)277-2301 809 Lots available, $575 & $625.(904)206-3423 UBLIC ERVICE NNOUNCEMENT BY THE SMALL MOBILE HOME - 2BR A P S A LOWEST PRICED FULL SIZE LOT - in LASSERRE remodeled on 1 acre lot. Hardwood Amelia Island Plantation. Cul-de-sac. NEWS-LEADER floors, on pond, great fishing. $625. Real Estate, Inc. On marshside. Approved house plans And one for $650. Call (904)491-8768 CURTISS H. available. $199,900. Claudia, RE/MAX or (904) 321-7062. COMMERCIAL Professional Group. (904)556-4000 STATIONERY RV FOR RENT - Weekly LASSERRE RENTALS & monthly rates. (904)225-5577 814 West Nassau County 2BR/2BA MOBILE HOME - on 1/2 Real Estate, Inc. • 850785 US 17 Yulee - 150x300 lot with acre lot in Yulee. $700/mo. + $700 a 1458 sq. ft. building & large paved park- FSBO - 55030 Deer Run Rd. 1.02 ac., dep. Available now. Call (904) 491- RESIDENTIAL ing lot. $2,500/mo. + tax & util. 3BR/2.5BA, fireplace, nice neighbor- 4383 or 237-7324. hood, Callahan. $333,000. (904)631- • 1200 s.f. at Five Points Plaza, 816 Sadler 5822 after 5pm. $450-$625 - 2BR mobile homes. Easy RENTALS Rd. Between Stein Mart and At Home move-in. Yulee. Call Gregg (904)376- 5190. LONG TERM Amelia. Great frontage. Long term lease. 817 Other Areas HILLIARD - 2BR/2BA, 14X70 single • 2519 S. Fletcher Ave (West Side)., 3-4 $2400/mo includes CAM + tax. wide. 32252 CR 121 near Tompkins BR/2.5BA 2800 sq. ft. Home. Lots of park- • 1539 S. 8th St. 1 room office & bath, pri- LAKE ACCESS BARGAIN - 1.7 ac Free Landing Rd. $475/mo. + $500 sec. boat slips $12,900 (was $29,900). ing. Unfurnished $1,500.00. vate ent. $300/mo. + tax. dep. Small pets OK. (904)708-0731 Unbelievable deal! Beautiful hdwd sett- • 19 S. 14th St., 2/1, $900/mo. + util., securi- • Approx 850 s.f. by Fastenal and Peacock ing w/deeded access to pvt lake. Enjoy ty deposit $1,000.Avail.August 2009. Electric in O’Neil, good exposure on common area w/boat ramp, pavilion, • 4BR/2.5BA Very nice 2500 sq.ft. home at picnic area, hiking trails. Paved rd w/ 854 Rooms A1A. Great for show room or office utils. Exc fin. Won’t last (888)792 5253 Florence Point $1,450/mo. + Util. space $1350/mo + tax +utilities. x3120. www.indianlaketn.com. ANF ROOM FOR RENT - for single. 5 min- • 3BR/2BA Home on Amelia Island with • Approx 1,800 s.f. Retail Bldg • 1839 S. NEW ON MARKET - Lake view bargain utes from beach. Private bath, private beautiful view of Egans Creek. $1,850/mo. entrance. $100/wk. + $200 dep. Call 8th St Lease by Huddle House 2.11 ac $82,300 was $189,900. Estate + Util. Avail Sept. 1st size bldg site w/panoramic big lake 10am-6pm, (904)335-2086 anytime. $2,250/mo + tax or may purchase. • 3BR/2BA Home w/ pool, Dunewood Pl., views. Bonus: bounded by 2.53 ac • 2385 JAMESTOWN ROAD Approx FURNISHED ROOM FOR RENT - for close to beach and golf course $1350/mo fishing pond. Enjoy end of cul-de-sac 2400 SF Great for Retail, Office, privacy, easy to build land w/all utility male. $70 per week. Call (904)261- + util 3806. Industrial or light manufacturing located h/u’s on site. Prime FL location in • 2BR/2BA upstairs condo, unfurn, unit in upscale WF comm. Exc fin. (866)352- at Industrial Park by airport. Roll up 2249 www.fllandbargains.com. ANF Amelia Lakes, smoke free, lots of ameni- ties. $950/mo. doors and easy access. Rare zoning ABSOLUTE AUCTION - No minimums. 855 Apartments allows many uses. $2,500/mo + tax + util No reserves. 114± ac in Keaton Bch, • 514 S. 14th St. - 3BR/1BA $875/mo. + util. FL. 10 properties in Steinhatchee, FL. Furnished security deposit $1,000. Avail. • DEER WALK – 1,250 s.f. retail/office S/F homes, RV Resid’l-Comm’l. Sat. • 619 S. 14th St. 3BR/1BA $975/mo. + util. space. Units range from $1,750 to 8/28, 10am. Steinhatchee Landing OCEANFRONT 2BR/1BA - Private Security deposit of $1,000. $2,000 /mo includes CAM, tax, water, Resort at Keaton Bch., the property is beach access. Reasonable. 261-5069 less that 1 mi from public boat ramp, • 2801 Elizabeth St - 3/2 upstairs Apt. Great sewer, garbage. First months rent FREE some properties have comm’l or resid’l EFFICIENCY - with huge bathroom/ Deck - Oceanview $1,000/mo. + util. with one year signed lease. jacuzzi. Off Atlantic Ave. $600/mo. potential. Online Bidding. Call the • 3BR/2BA on First Ave. w/one car garage. • Amelia Park Office Suites 900 s.f.+/- auctioneers for info. Pay 20% dn, (904)556-9372 Like new with a partial ocean view Fronting 14th Street $1,685.mo includes 10%BP, Broker participation 2%. For 1BR APT. - Fully furnished. A.I., detailed info johndixon.com (800)479- gated, all utilities, beach access. Short $1,150/mo + util. all other fees/costs except utilities. One 1763 FLAL #AU2049 FL R/E 1005528 term rental. No smoking. $1050/mo. mo. FREE rent w/ signed lease. John Dixon & Assoc. Auctions-Mktg. (904)206-1071 or 321-4262 VACATION RENTAL ANF • Five Point Village 2250 S 8th St.Old West SMALL 1BR APT. - in Nassauville. • AFFORDABLE WEEKLY/MONTHLY Furnished. 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SAWGRASS CONDO NOW AVAILABLE FOR SALE OR TRADE REALTOR OPEN HOUSE 2 Br, 2 Ba Condo with Countryside Apartments view of #2 West Nine 1&2 Bedroom Units Golf Course, Sawgrass Country Club. 2 car Rent starting at $630-$750 PUBLIC INVITED Mon & Wed 8am - 5pm, Fri 1pm - 5pm garage. 1105 S. 13th Street, Fernandina Beach Owner interested in (904) 277-2103 Saturday • August 15th • 1 till 4 pm either sale ($289,000, ...... all reasonable offers Yulee Villas ON ISLAND considered) or trade 1,2&3 Bedroom Units for comparable prop- 1795 Arbor Ln. - 5115 Parkway erty on Amelia Island. Rent starting at $585-$705 Tues & Thurs 8am - 5pm, Fri 8am - 12pm 850766 US Hwy 17 South, Yulee 3BR/2BA,2028 asf $415,000 CALL (904) 225-5810 (904) 759-9000

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0 00 00 0 ,5 ,0 ,0 4 0 57 $5 $4 $ D D D E E CE UC UC U TH D D ED 1925 S. 14 St., Suite 4 RE RE R Amelia Island, FL Sales (904)277-9700 CLUB VILLA BLACKROCK HAMMOCK NORTH HAMPTON GRANDE OAKES Property Management Serene marsh view condo in 5454 SF of luxury living in this Beautiful 4/3 two-story over- Spectacular riverfront living Amelia Island Plantation. 6/6.5 executive home! looks the 4th fairway. Three in this brand new 5/4 beauty. Screened & heated pool, sum- (904)277-0907 S. 12th St. (2) homes Under con- Steps to pool and close to bedrooms upstairs & guest Gourmet kitchen, 3-car struction, affordable cottage style Amelia Links Golf Club. mer kitchen, guest suite and suite down. garage & more. homes, on Island. 2 bedroom, 2 RV/boat garage. PROPERTIES FOR SALE bath with 2 car garage $139,900. #47011 $345,000 #50073 $659,000 #49533 $315,000 #44921 $689,000 MLS#50059 & #50066.

0 00 00 5, Lots & Acreage ,1 12 $9 $ D ED E C UC DU ED RE Avery Rd $45,000 Amelia IslandLong Point $575,000 R Barrington $119,900 Opal Ave $395,000 Blackbeard’s Way $1,065,000 Pinedale Road $69,000 Calhoun St. $99,500 Someruelus $99,000 First Ave $295,000 S. Fletcher $995,000 S. FLETCHER AVENUE Gaines Ln. $110,000 10th Street $48,000 LOFTON POINTE Spectacular 3-year old ocean- Ian Drive $45,000 Pride of ownership shows in this view home sits on a double lot well-appointed 4/3 home. Bonus 11th St, 2 homes under construc- NORTH 14TH STREET 3/2 MOBILE HOME on over 3 BR / 2 BA IN SPANISH OAKS. Nice and has every imaginable room with full bath over garage. Amberwood Ln $67,500 Off-IslandMarc Anthony $46,800 tion, affordable , on Island 3 bed- 4BR/1.5BA block home on an acre. Corner lot and fenced. neighborhood. 2,174 sq. ft. Beautifully upgrade. Call for details. home warranty. room 2 bath with 2 car garage maintained home. Mature shade trees. Bennett Ave $225,500/$350,000 Napeague Dr. $165,000 island, needs TLC. $137,500 Great setting. $89,900 MLS Florida room (31 x 12) $257,900 $149,900. MLS# 50109. #48550 $1,550,000 Brady Point Rd. $480,000 Plum Loop $49,900/$66,000 #48773 $239,900 MLS# 47266 #48333 MLS #49718 Cayman Circle $69,000/$134,900 Redbud Lane $199,000 Edwards Road $59,000 Reserve at Deer Run

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT RENTALS Gravel Creek $69,900 $55,000-$75,000 0 00 High Pointe $119,900 Roses Bluff $29,900 5, $1 ON ISLAND OFF ISLAND, Cont. Lafitte’s Way $89,900 Southern Heritage $155,000 D CE Lina Road $417,900 US Highway 17 $350,000 DU • 536-A N. Fletcher, 2BR/2BA, • 86356 Calloway Dr. 3BR/1BA Little Piney Island $300,000 Wesley Rd., 13.61 acres RE 2 blocks from beach. $975/mo. block home $775/month $899,900 • 210 S. 10th Street 2 bedroom COMMERCIAL 1 bath Avail Now $575 a month. HIGH POINTE OCEANVIEW HOME 1.2 acre wooded lots in gated subdivision off RIVER GLEN OFF ISLAND Great price on this light & Nearly new 4/2 home on nicely bright beach cottage on S. Barnwell Road. Bring landscaped lot with sprinkler Fletcher Ave. Steps to the beach your own builder with • 85399 Brooke St., 3BR/2BA mobile ON ISLAND custom built system in new family neighbor- 3BR+Office/2.5BA, 2,250 sq. ft. access. Zoned for duplex and no time limit to build. hood close to I-95. Built in 2008 home. Now Available $800/mo on .62 ac. lot. Upgrades galore. easily expanded. and in perfect shape. • Corner of 8th & Beech, office $349,900 MLS #48981 #50061 $350,000 $119,900 #48541 $177,000 space available. 1,200 sq. ft. 6B FRIDAY, AUGUST 14, 2009 CLASSIFIEDS News-Leader

856 Apartments 856 Apartments 858 Condos-Unfurnished 860 Homes-Unfurnished 860 Homes-Unfurnished 863 Office Unfurnished Unfurnished NOW LEASING AMELIA LAKES 2BR/2BA - with extra room. Pirates ON ISLAND - 3BR/2BA w/large family AMELIA CONCOURSE AREA - 2000 CONDOS - Private & gated luxury Wood subdivision. Fenced in yard. Pool room & fenced backyard on south end sq. ft. available. Call 753-2018 for BEACH LUXURY DUPLEX - 927 N. A 4BR/3BA - $217/mo. HUD home. community featuring resort style access. $975/mo. Security deposit of island. Available 9/1 at $1375 + more information. 3BR only $199/mo. Stop renting. 5% Fletcher Ave. 3BR/1BA, CH&A, W/D. swimming pool, tennis court, fitness required. (904)335-0116 utilities, flexible terms. (904)261-0347 SADLER RD. - Office/retail space dn, 15 yrs @ 8% apr. For listings Flexible terms. (904)386-1005 center, beach volleyball, & more. BEAUTIFUL AMELIA WALK - Spac- avail. $900/mo. 8th & Gum - 1200sf (800)366-9783 ext. 5669. ANF QUAINT HOUSE - in Old Town with Overlooking a spring fed lake. 1 & 2BR ious new 3BR/2BA home, formal LR, + loft at $1200/mo. 1105 S. 8th - homes starting at $799/mo. Call today Amelia River views. 1BR/1BA, modern 2BR/1BA - Near beach. $725/mo. + DR, great room, & office or TV room. 1065sf $1000/mo. 6400sf $4500/mo. 1BR/1BA - Washer/dryer, private for a showing (904)415-6969. kitchen, W/D, CH&A, carport, private $725 dep. Call (904)583-3811. Open floor plan. Tile walk-in shower, Beech Street - Former Restaurant porch, all utilities included. $650/mo. www.amelialakes.com back patio. 712 San Fernando St. (904)468-0411 Corian countertops, fireplace. Pool, $775/mo. + $775 sec. dep. 261-3158. Lease. $1700/mo. Buy $195K. Down- 2BR/2.5BA 2-STORY LOFT - w/ THE PALMS AT AMELIA - 2BR/2BA tennis court, fitness center. $1800/mo. Available now. town - 1900sf at $2000/mo. 1280- bonus room, 2-car garage, W/D Oceanfront 2BR/1BA - Utilities starting at $800/mo. Call about our + utilities. Call (850)774-4566. 3200sf - Tyler Plaza, Yulee. $14psf. 4BR/2BA/2-CAR GARAGE - on hookup. Pets OK. $1200/mo. Available included. Near Main Beach. Service early move-in special. (904)277-1983 QUAINT 1BR COTTAGE - Downtown. Amelia Coastal Realty 261-2770 8/1. (904)662-2360 animals only. $850/mo. + $600 sec. island. $1400/mo. 2,000 sq. ft. Pets Fenced in yard, office, appliances, OK. Available 9/1. (904)677-0248 dep. Call for showing (847)867-3163. 2BR/1.5BA CONDO - 1.5 blocks from washer/dryer included. Pet OK. $700/ 925 TARPON AVE. - North Pointe beach. Completely renovated! Ameni- mo. Available 9/1. (904)557-6501 REDUCED! - 3BR/2BA LIKE NEW 864 Commercial/Retail 2BR/2.5BA townhouse. $895. Nick ties incl. $900/mo + sec dep. Call HOME on 1/2 acre with w/d. Best deal Deonas Realty, Inc. (904)277-0006 857 Condos-Furnished 912-269-3960. NICE HOME - on Island, 3BR/2BA, in Yulee. $995. (904)536-6379 1667 S. 8TH ST. - 1000sf, CH&A, $965/mo. Available now. References restroom. High traffic area. $1100/mo. For Rent - 2BR/1.5BA townhouse apt. AMELIA PLANTATION - Oceanfront 2BR/2BA REMODELED CONDO - req’d. (904)206-1370 3BR/3.5BA VILLA - at Summer + sec. (904)415-0377 Newly rebuilt. CH&A, stove, refrig., condo, 2BR/2BA. $900/wk. Monthly Appliances & washer/dryer included. Beach. Pool, cable included. $1500/mo. Pool, tennis included. $750/mo. Amelia 2BR/1BA HOUSE - on the Island. Call (912)682-8118. RESTAURANT FOR LEASE - 3800 sq. d/w, carpet. $795/mo. + dep. & ref’s. rate. Reduced price. Call (708)612- $700/mo. plus deposit. Service animals 828 Nottingham Dr. (904)261-3035 6106 or (708)692-6106. Landings (904)557-6501. ft. 463179 A1A, Yulee. Permits only. No smoking. Call (904)759-1105. THE COLONY - 4830 Gulfstream Ct. available for alcoholic beverages. (904) 3 STORY - new, 2800 sq ft Amelia 2BR/2BA, fully furnished, Wifi, cable, 557-5004 A Bank Repo - 5BR/3BA $317/mo. phone, utilities included. $1450/mo. townhome close to beach - 3BR’s + 2 3BR foreclosure $199/mo. 5% dn 15 study areas, sitting area in MBR, 3.5 Contact phone # (904)838-1969 . DEERWALK - Prime high visibility yrs @ 8% apr. For listings (800)366- location on A1A in O’Neal. 1250sf bath with 2 car attached garage, 9783 ext 5853. ANF patios, inside home elevator. Rent on a units. Curtiss Lasserre Real Estate lease; will consider a lease purchase. 3014A S. FLETCHER AVE. - (904)261-4066. MOVE-IN SPECIAL Non-smoking please. $1,500 monthly Oceanfront with pool, 3BR/3BA 861 Vacation Rentals - first, last and deposit upfront 904 townhouse. $1700/mo. Available 9/1. 962-7477 or 904-827-9900 Call Jody (904)583-9597. VACATION CHALET - in N. Carolina TRANSPORTATION Limited Time Mtns. River overlook, cozy, well 2 Months Rent Free AMELIA LAKES - 2BR/2BA split floor NORTH HAMPTON - 3/2.5, 1950sf. furnished, majestic views. Peaceful. plan. Fireplace, screened porch. Water 85001 Wainscott Ct. $1625/mo. Call $495/wk. or $95/day. (904)757-5416 901 Automobiles • W/D Connections & W/D included. $900/mo. (904)206- Don Brown Realty 225-5510 or 571-7177 OCEANFRONT - 2BR/1BA available • Large Closets 2313 CLASSIC 1984 CHRYSLER NEW Oct - March. $2,000/mo. + utilities. MARSH LAKES - 3/2.5 T.H. 1860sf. YORKER - AC, PS, PB, PW. 73,000 • Pirvate Pations (904)556-9402 owner/agent. 2BR/2BA COLONY UNIT - 2-car gar., 4572 Village Dr. $1300/mo. Call Don actual miles. $3500. Call (904)261- • Sparkling Pool newly remodeled, pool & tennis court. Brown Realty 225-5510 or 571- OCEANVIEW 3BR/2BA and 2BR/1BA. 3811. • Tennis Courts No smoking. $975/mo. + dep. & utils. 7177 • Exercise Room (904)548-0774, (904)556-5457. Call (904)261-4066, C.H. Lasserre, BUY POLICE IMPOUNDS - ‘99 Honda Realtor, for special rates. Civic $400. ‘97 Honda Accord $500. For • Close to Shopping 2012 #2 BRIDAL RD. - Quiet neighborhood living. 2BR/1BA patio listings call (800)366-9813 ext 9271. • Twenty Minutes to 859 Homes-Furnished home. $800/mo. Available 9/1. Call ANF Jacksonville & Fernandina Jody (904)583-9597. 863 Office $500 POLICE IMPOUNDS - Cars, City Apartments with Country Charm SUMMER BEACH VILLAGE - 3BR/ 2200SF 3BR/2BA remodeled DWMH. trucks, SUV’s from $500. Honda, 2BA, 2-car gar., gated, patrolled comm Must see to believe. Hdwd floors, 3 ROOM OFFICE SUITE - utilities Toyota, Chevy & more. For listings @ pool, 5 min/beach, incl utilities. ceramic tile, new appl’s, & FP. Floor to furnished. $625/mo. 2382 Sadler Rd. (800)366-9813 ext. 9499. ANF (904) 845-2922 Avail Sept-Nov. 261-6204, 206-0035 ceiling windows & loft that overlooks behind Amelia Insurance. Call George, 1987 RED PORSCHE 944 - Project 37149 Cody Circle 1.3 acre property. $1100/mo. 1st, last (904)557-5644. car, partial restoration. Over $10,000 & dep req’d. Call 206-1162 & lv msg invested. Must sell. $3,000/OBO. Call Hilliard, Florida SEE THE INSIDE, THEN DECIDE - (904)310-6725. 860 Homes-Unfurnished CARTESTIAN POINTE - Easy access Eastwood Oaks Low rent. 1200sf, 200 + loft, 8th & Mon. - Fri 8:30-5:30 to I-95 & Amelia Island. 3BR/2BA, 2- Acura Integra - ‘97 $800. Honda Gum Sts. 321-1651 or 261-2770 APARTMENTS 2855 OCEAN DR. - Close to beach, car gar., fenced backyard, covered pat- Civic ‘01 $550. Ford Taurus ‘00 $900. Sat./Sun by Appt. 4BR/3BA home. $1400/mo. Available Toyota Camry ‘98 $850. Police io, tile thru-out, W/D & water softener (3) OFFICE SPACES - Historic Old 9/1. Call Jody (904)583-9597. included. $1050/mo. (904)206-2841 Impounds. For listings call (800)366- Schoolhouse, 914 Atlantic Ave. Utilities 9813 ext 9275. ANF TIMBERCREEK PLANTATION - included. 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SINGLE FAMILY HOMES - ON ISLAND • 86004 Cathedral Lane 3BR/2BA - Beautiful fenced lot, satellite- • 2403 Los Robles- 3BR/2.5BA Bring your golf clubs and walk the dish, tool house. Ten minutes from Amelia Island and convenient golf course. Single family traditional home with 2 car garage. to Jacksonville International Airport. $1150 Living room and dining room at front of house. Fireplace in fami- ly room which exits to large screened porch. Master bedroom has CONDO/TOWNHOME/APARTMENTS entry to screened porch for early morning coffee and bird watch- • 2633 Forest Ridge - 2BR/1.5BA Community features include ing in a natural setting. Conveniently located to shopping, schools swimming pool, tennis court, and park. $850 and dining just off Amelia Island Parkway. $1195. • 988 Chad Street - 3BR/2BA conveniently located close to schools • 95069 Reserve Court - 4BR/2BA Beautiful home with covered and shopping. $1050 patio and well maintained lawn. Home has separate dining and • 3165 Unit 12 South Fletcher - 3BR/2.5 Condo with communi- fireplace in living room. $1595 ty pool at rear of condo. $1100 • 4701 Rigging Drive (Golf Side South) - 3BR/2BA Located in • 4750 Westwind Court (Colony)- 2BR/2BA with fireplace. Great prestigious gated community where amenities include a communi- south end location. Large 2 car garage. This unit is in excellent con- ty swimming pool and easy access to the beach, Ritz Carlton and dition. Community Pool and tennis courts. Minutes from the Golf Club of Amelia just across the street. $1800 ocean, golf and shopping. Just 30 minutes from Jacksonville taking • 2614 McGregor (Pirates Cove)- 3BR/2BA Home Walking dis- a leisurely drive on A1A through State Parks along the ocean and tance to the ocean, hard wood floors, fenced rear yard and garage. intracoastal waterway. $925 $1100 • 95046 Springtide Lane - 3BR/4BA. This is a beautiful town • 2806 Ocean Sound Drive 3BR/2BA - Nice home located in home located in a gated community off A1A off of the Intercoastal Ocean Sound subdivision. Fireplace in family room, screened in waterway. Rent includes water, garbage, sewer and lawn service. back patio and 2 Car garage. $1450 $2475 • 1933 Sycamore Lane 3BR/2BA - This home is charming country • 95024 Sandpiper Loop - 3BR/3.5BA Wonderful ocean views as living at its best. Located in Shady Point Plantation on three acres well as golf course views. Covered patios front and rear. Beautiful of land with beautiful trees all around. Sit back and relax warm brick paver walkways. Private elevator. $1895 evenings in the florida room or cozy up by the fireplace on the • 2850 South Fletcher - 3BR/1BA beautiful ocean views upstairs. cold winter nights. Either way this one is a charmer. $1500 $1100 Downstairs oceanfront 2 BR/1 BA w/bonus room, fenced • 1913 Perimeter Park Rd. - 3BR/2.5BA - 2795 sq. ft., granite front and rear yard. $1395 counter tops, maple cabinets, stainless steel appliances, • 2443B First Ave. - 3BR/2BA townhome with fireplace in family washer/dryer included, centrally located in Amelia Park. $1995 room. Home is only one block from the ocean. $900 • 2778 Forest Ridge - 2BR/1BA Located only 2 blocks from the beach. Home has new carpet! Community features include swim- SINGLE FAMILY HOMES - OFF ISLAND ming pool, tennis court, play ground and Bar-B-Q area. $750 • 95140 Hither Hills Way - 3BR/2BA Great home on the #2 Green in the North Hampton Golf Community with club house/aquatic FURNISHED - ON ISLAND center, basketball/tennis court, outpost on Lofton Creek with canoe/kayak lunch and pavilion. Washer/dryer, Cable television, • 2483 First Ave Unit A - 2BR/2BA Duplex fully furnished.1 High Speed Internet, Monitored Security System included. $1400 block from the beach. $750 Sales Sales Sales Sales Sales

$799,000 - Sandpiper Loop - MLS#49621 $340,000 - Reserve Court - MLS#95069 $425,000 - S. Fletcher Lot - 50’x100’ 4BR/4BA, 2,693 s.f.Townhome 4BR/2BA in Reserve at Old Bluff Ready to build - Plans Available 2700 s.f. Nip Galphin - 277-6597 Nip Galphin - 277-6597 Brad Goble - 261-6166

$725,000 - Fernandina Cay - MLS# 43544 $595,000 - S. Fletcher, 50’ Beach Lot - MLS# 45255 $199,500 - Timber Creek PLantation - MLS#50131 3BR/3BA - Great Ocean View Buy now, Build later, use of existing home 2,307 sq.ft. Brick/Stucco, SS Appliances, Nip Galphin - 277-6597 Brad Goble - 261-6166 Brad Goble - 261-6166

375,000 - MLS#49508 $510,000 - Starboard Landing- MLS# 43365 $150,000 - Cartesian Pointe - MLS#50160 2600 S.F. - across from the Bells River 4BR/3BA - 2578sf - In Seaside Subdivision 1,928 sq.ft. Best price in neighborhood. Call me or your agent quickly! Nip Galphin - 277-6597 Brad Goble - 904-261-6166 Brad Goble - 261-6166 • Lanceford Lot • $122,000 Package $321,000 #45603 • Brad Goble - 261-6166 • Barrington Lot • $122,000 Package $321,000 #46502 • Brad Goble - 261-6166 • Beech Street • Commercial Lot $159,000 #46502 • Brad Goble - 261-6166 • 1735 Clinch Dr. 3.2 acres $599,000 #49568 • Nip Galphin - 277-6597 SALES • RENTALS • PROPERTY MANAGEMENT