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ANGELA DAUGHTRY “piece of shit.” News-Leader According to the corrective action City Utilities Director John report, tempers Mandrick was placed on five days flared due to a failed unpaid leave in early July for what was toxicity test at the termed “unprofessional conduct,” wastewater treat- according to an employee corrective ment plant, which action report from the city’s personnel required the city to department. Mandrick resubmit toxicity Mandrick was also ordered to results to the Florida enroll in counseling for anger man- Department of Envi- agement through the city’s employee ronmental Protection so the plant assistance program. would not be in violation of its state He was put on leave after another operating permit. employee in the utilities department An employee of Mandrick’s, who made a complaint against Mandrick, was held responsible for the failure, claiming he went into “a tirade” on said he felt Mandrick was to blame. May 9, “making disparaging remarks He also stated that he had “heard about 10 employees of the wastewater Mandrick using bad language in front division” and that Mandrick was cre- of him ... and in front of visitors, includ- ating a “hostile work environment.” ing women,” according to the report. The employee making the com- Frustrations also built after a citizen plaint also was reportedly upset about Mandrick calling another employee a MANDRICK Continued on 3A More apartments coming to Yulee

MARY MAGUIRE between the developer and the county, News-Leader though no public records exist show- ing that the developer has filed for pub- The rental housing market is get- lic funding. ting a boost. The property was sold in June for A new 300-unit rental apartment $2.1 million by DB Florida, LLC, complex that includes 39 affordable according to the Nassau County units is expected to break ground in Property Appraiser’s website. late September on Christian Way just That is a limited liability corporation south of A1A in Yulee. headed by David Berkman, a local phi- Plans call for an upscale, gated com- lanthropist and one of the county’s munity with 16 buildings in two-story largest private landowners. and three-story configurations. The site also shows that the LLC Amenities include a clubhouse and a purchased the land on Dec. 21, 2000 for swimming pool as well as a half-mile $296,700. long nature trail and a designated area The buyer is listed as LFW Reserve, to wash the car and the family dog. LLC, which is headed by an Atlanta- Garages and outdoor parking for 522 based real estate developer with expe- vehicles are also included on the pro- rience building offices and call center ject’s site drawings. facilities across the country. PHOTOS BY KATHY RUSSELL/FOR THE NEWS-LEADER The complex will be known as The The county gave developer LFW Diver Stephen Mazino in the Atlantic with a speared lionfish, top, and Lyla Pirkola, with boat Captain Reserve and it is going up on an unde- Reserve the go-ahead earlier this Dan Lindley, above, holding one of the smaller lionfish taken during the 2nd Annual Northeast veloped 24.28-acre parcel along a month to build 15-units per acre, five Florida Lionfish Rodeo on Saturday. The non-native lionfish are culled to help preserve native fish stretch of land on Christian Way where more units than is allowed under the species. there are future plans to extend the county’s building code, because the roadway two miles to the Amelia project qualified for bonus units under Concourse. a local plan to promote affordable hous- The extension is part of the “Loop ing. Lionfish hunt intended Road” that is designed to go around Nassau County’s Growth Manage- various shopping centers north and ment Office says the 2030 Compre- south of A1A without getting on to the hensive Plan encourages affordable state road. housing and offers incentives, such as The affordable housing units make bonus housing allowances. to save native species the project eligible for government “Having a diversified housing mix funding to help with construction. with a variety of price points con- There are plans to ask for the BRYAN BROOKS eventually the U.S. Coast Guard agreed to take them money, according to the agreement HOUSING Continued on 3A For the News-Leader out on one of their buoy tenders. In 2006, the Coast Guard took Russell and 20 students for the first drop of ne of the divers involved in the 2nd Annual her artificial reef structures off Amelia Island. The con- Northeast Florida Lionfish Rodeo was Kathy crete buoy blocks were dropped in 68-70 feet of water Russell, the city’s aquatic manager. Russell is about eight miles offshore. And for about five years OOalso a scuba instructor and owner of Scuba there were annual trips for fish counts, documented Station, located behind the city’s recreation center on with underwater photographs. The last count was made On the Atlantic Avenue. Up to now her mission has been to in 2011. teach diving and promote the marine health of the local So why then would Russell join a band of hardy environment off the shores of Amelia Island. She’s the North Florida spear fishermen in an attempt to wipe out last person you’d think would take up a spear gun to the area’s beautiful lionfish? The answer: The lionfish, water harm a beautiful critter like the lionfish. though indeed beautiful, is a non-native species off Russell has a background as a marine biology Amelia’s Island’s shores, having a devastating effect on teacher at Fernandina Beach High School. In the our marine environment. And they are rapidly spread- Essentials 1990’s, with the help of a local fishing club, and under ing to the detriment of local fish populations. the auspices of Nassau County, Russell applied to the It gets worse: Lionfish seem immune to the parasites U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for a permit to drop local fish have to contend with. Lionfish originate from scrap concrete off Amelia Island, encouraging renewal the Indo-Pacific oceans of the world. In their own envi- inside of marine habitats on the sandy bottom offshore. ronment predators and parasites keep them in check, She got help from Pensacola Fish Havens, using but not here. And unfortunately they just love to scarf their four-sided metal forms for her students to fill in down native species of fish off Amelia Island like with concrete. By 2001, the fishing club had purchased today 12. Having no money to have the items taken offshore, LIONFISH Continued on 12A

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2A FRIDAY, AUGUST 15, 2014 NEWS News-Leader OBITUARIES ESD or drowning? Rev. Earl Richo Sr. The funeral service for Rev. Know the signs Earl Richo, Sr., will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday at the River ALEXANDRIA, Va. – of Praise Worship Center, 83410 While standing at the end of St Mark Drive, your boat dock, you see a Electric Shock Yulee, Fla. person struggling in the Drowning (ESD) The visita- water. Do you recognize that tion will be held the person is drowning, or is occurs when faulty from 5-7 p.m. something else going on? dock or boat wiring Friday at Elm And what should you do? Street Church Doing the right thing could causes electricity of God, 502 help save someone else’s life, (alternating current South 11th St. Interment will and might keep you from los- be in Oakwood Cemetery. ing yours. or “AC” power) to Please sign the family guest Electric Shock Drowning enter fresh water book at www.tswarden.com. (ESD) occurs when faulty Funerals By T.S. Warden dock or boat wiring causes and pass through a Jacksonville electricity (alternating cur- swimmer. rent or “AC” power) to enter fresh water and pass through Bill Soper a swimmer. The swimmer Bill Soper, formerly from does not need to be touching moving in a climbing-a-lad- Yulee, Florida, died on August SUBMITTED the bottom, a boat or dock der type motion, taking 11, 2014 in Middletown, CT. Dr. Tom Washburn, founder of the Barnabas Samaritan Clinic, and Wanda Lanier, structure, and even minute quick gulps of air, with the Bill was born on December executive director of Barnabas, at the center’s recent Peace Pole dedication. amounts mouth below the water much 11, 1928, in Larchmont, N.Y. to PPAAGGEE of elec- of the time. ESD victims can the late parents Dudley and tricity can be instantly paralyzed and Carol Soper. Bill graduated Barnabas dedicates peace pole be inca- not move at all. from the Missouri School of pacitat- So what do you need to Science and Technology, with a For the News-Leader “Peace is not just an who have no other place to 2 ing. As do for both cases? Don’t degree in Electric Engineering. absence of war. It is a virtue, a turn.” more jump in the water – call 911, Bill served in the U.S. Army Barnabas Center recently state of mind, a disposition Lanier stated that Wash- light is and follow the “Reach, throw, during the Korean Conflict and dedicated a “Peace Pole” at its for benevolence and doing burn reminded her of a great shed on this danger, it is like- row, but don’t go” mantra. spent 30 years working for new facility in honor of Dr. Tom what is right,” she said. Lanier leader for peace, Dr. Martin ly that some ESD fatalities Only a professional lifeguard Electric Boat, in Groton, CT. Washburn, the founder of the noted that “Dr. Washburn is Luther King, who said, “The have been misidentified as has the training to handle a “Unc” is survived by broth- Barnabas Samaritan Clinic. not only a champion for peace first question that the priest drowning, preventing aware- drowning victim. Far too ers, Harry and wife Pat, Peter The Peace Pole displays the through his words, but also and the Levite asked was, ‘If I ness of this summertime often, news reports show and his wife Rose, sisters, message and prayer “May through his actions, the true stop to help this man, what will boating danger. well-intentioned rescuers Caroline (Mike) Neville, and Peace Prevail on Earth” in sev- measure of one’s commitment happen to me?’ But, the Good The risk of ESD is great- increase the fatality count. If Jane Hackett and her husband eral languages. There are tens to peace. His actions in our Samaritan asked a different est in fresh or brackish the problem is ESD – which David, and will be missed by 12 of thousands of Peace Poles community are reflected in his question: ‘If I do not stop to waters, so some areas such may not be abundantly clear nieces and nephews, and 24 erected in 180 countries all founding and direction of the help this man, what will happen as estuaries or rivers may – going in the water could grand-nieces and nephews. over the world as monuments Samaritan Clinic, which to him.’” only be in the danger zone kill you. Swan Funeral Home to peace. has cared for the sick and “This token of peace is ded- after heavy rains. In saltwa- Whether the person is Clinton, Conn. Wanda Lanier, executive injured for more than eight icated to Dr. Tom Washburn, ter, electrical current takes drowning or suffering from director of Barnabas, led the years. He has tirelessly who has devoted much of his the path of least resistance, ESD, use an oar, boathook or John Lewis dedication ceremony with devoted his time and energy life to peace and the compas- bypassing swimmers. throw a floatation device, or words inspired by Washburn’s to providing a place of sionate care of and concern for Unlike a drowning swim- get into a boat and try to Timmons Sr. life work of helping others. hope and healing for those others,” stated Lanier. mer, who typically can’t yell reach the person from there. John Lewis Timmons, Sr. out for help because their Do everything you can – was born on October 2, 1946 in mouth is mostly underwater, tossing a line, throwing life Kings Ferry, Florida to Mrs. an ESD victim is often con- jackets, grabbing a nearby Cora Lee Timmons and the late WEEKLY UPDATE fused about what is happen- dinghy – but don’t go into George Timmons, Sr. ing to them, may be able to the water yourself. He was happily married to Jeep club Steak night Support Group will meet at 7 shout, and will feel numb- Once you have retrieved Anna Timmons for 49 years. He p.m. at the Council on Aging, ness, tingling, pain and paral- the person, start CPR if there was known in Eight Flags Jeep Club of The American Legion 1367 South 18th St., Aug. 21, ysis. A drowning victim often is no pulse. Automated the community Nassau County is having a Riders of Post 54 hosts a Sept. 18, Oct. 16, Nov. 20 and looks “playful,” moving their Electrical Defibrillators are as Uncle John. membership drive. If you steak dinner the third Dec. 18. arms in a ladder climbing also becoming more com- He was educat- have a dependable Jeep vehi- Saturday at the Post 626 S. fashion, while an Electric mon – just make sure the vic- ed in Callahan, cle and want to meet with Third St. Dinner includes Vietnam Vets Shock Drowning victim tim’s chest is dry. Florida. He other enthusiasts then it’s steak, baked potato, corn on The Vietnam Veterans of looks “distressed” and may For more information, worked as a time to join Northeast the cob and salad, for a $12 America Chapter 1088 will simply roll onto their back – parents, dock owners, multi-craft mill- Florida’s newest Jeep club. donation. For to-go orders hold its monthly membership if wearing a life jacket – or boaters and marina and boat wright at Rayonier in Every type of Jeep vehicle is call 261-7900. Entertainment meeting on Aug. 25 at 7 p.m. roll face down into the water, club operators can go to the Fernandina Beach, FL and welcome in this growing, starts at 7 p.m. at the ARK of Nassau, 86051 totally unresponsive. Boat Owners Association of retired after 47 years of dedi- drug and alcohol free family Hamilton St., Yulee. For A typical drowning can The United States’ Electric cation in October 2011. oriented club. Gun courses information call 330-4679. take up to a minute for an Shock Drowning Resource He was known to be a hard- Visit the booth at the Gary W. Belson adult or just 20 seconds for a Center at www.BoatUS.com/ working man and a pillar of the Great Southern Tailgate Associates Inc. will hold a Breakfast series child, with the victim’s arms seaworthy/ESD. community. Cook-off Aug. 22-23 at Main concealed weapon license Family Support Services He was preceded in death Beach in Fernandina Beach course at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 22 of North Florida Inc., Nassau by his loving daughter, Tangela or visit www.eightflags and 24. A basic with defen- County Office, presents its Timmons, and his father, jeep.com. sive tactics course will be next Breakfast Learning BACK TO SCHOOL George Timmons, Sr. Adoption specials held at 9 a.m. Aug. 16 and 17. Series on Aug. 26 from 9- He leaves to cherish his lov- For details and additional 10:30 a.m. The topic will be Adjuncts sought registered Girl Scouts that ing memory his wife, Anna Nassau County Animal classes and information, con- “Mandatory Reporter bring a friend who registers Timmons; son, John Lewis Services is attempting to set tact Belson at 491-8358, (904) Training,” featuring Ashley The Florida State College as a Girl Scout will receive Timmons, Jr. (Tracey); moth- a new record for adoptions – 476-2037 or gbelson@bell- Nicole Sawyer, training at Jacksonville Betty P. Cook half-price admission for both er, Cora Lee Timmons; grand- currently it has 850 adoptions south.net. Visit supervisor with the Nassau Center is seeking girls and a “Bring a Friend” daughters, Kayla and Jelisa and it wants to hit the 1,000 www.TheBelsonGroup.com. Department of Children and qualified adjuncts for the fall patch. All new girls that reg- Timmons; other relatives and mark. Therefore, it has a spe- Families Florida Abuse term, which begins on Aug. ister as Girl Scouts will many sorrowing friends. cial on cats and kittens; adult Pancake breakfast Hotline. 25. Instructors are needed receive a wristband good for Funeral service will be held cats are just $20 and kittens VFW Post 4351 will host a Highlights will include for daytime classes in admission to Party-and-Play Saturday, August 16, 2014 at 11 are $15 with a buy one, get pancake breakfast on Aug. 17 reporting requirements, indi- Economics, Intermediate on a later date. Call 335-7571 AM in Mt. Horeb Baptist one. Adult dogs are $50 and from 8-11 a.m. for a $5 dona- cators of abuse and neglect Algebra, U.S. History to for more information. Church, Lessie, FL. puppies are $75. tion. All monies donated will and who is required to report 1865 and History of Florida. Viewing will be held today, Anyone adopting a dog or go to supporting VFW pro- it. A master’s degree from a NACDAC meets Friday, August 15, 2014 from 5- cat from NCAS now through grams. For information call Networking and continen- regionally accredited institu- If you are interested in 7 pm in Mt. Horeb Baptist Sept. 30 will be placed in a 432-8791. tal breakfast begin at 8:30 tion is required with a gradu- the prevention and elimina- Church. Interment will be in drawing for a one-night stay a.m. Register to attend by ate major concentration or a tion of underage drinking Brickyard Community at The Ritz Carlton, Amelia Confederate sons emailing lisa.rozier@fssnf. minimum of 18 graduate and other drug use within Cemetery. Island. Give a shelter animal The Sons of Confederate org or by calling 321-8665. semester hours in the pri- Nassau County, see what McKinney Family Funeral Home a forever home and help Veterans Camp 745 will meet The FSS Nassau County mary teaching field. NACDAC’s meetings are all Jacksonville Animal Services reach a new Aug. 18 at 7 p.m. at the Pig office is located at 96016 If you are interested and about. NACDAC meets the record of 1,000 adoptions. It Barbeque Restaurant in Lofton Square Court, in the meet the requirements, con- third Tuesday of the month. also offers a Seniors for Callahan. A historical pres- Lofton Square shopping cen- tact Dr. Garner at 766-6593. The next meeting is Aug. 19 DEATH NOTICES Seniors program where any- entation will be given. As ter, A1A and Amelia at 4 p.m. at the Fernandina one 60 or over can adopt a cat always, the meeting is open Concourse in Yulee. YLN applications Beach Police Department Mrs. Doris McIntyre or dog 5 years or older for to the public. The monthly educational Youth Leadership Nassau community room. Crump, 72, died on Sunday, $10. program is free and open to is now accepting applications Kerrie Albert, director of Aug. 10, 2014. Funeral services The 2015 Pets of Nassau Alzheimer’s support social services professionals, for the 2014-15 school year. Prevention Services for will be at noon on Saturday, County calendars also are The Alzheimer’s foster or adoptive parents, Students in the program will NACDAC, will present its Aug. 23 at the Chester Church now available for $20, with Caregiver Support Group for relative caregivers and the gain an increased awareness Know the Law program to of God. the proceeds going to treat Nassau County meets the general public. of community needs, oppor- coalition members. For infor- Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors heartworm positive dogs at third Thursday each month. tunities and resources, and mation, visit www.nacdac.org Margaret Rochelle the shelter. They are on sale The next meeting will be develop effective styles of or call Susan Woodford or Creamer, 70, Fernandina at the lobby of NCAS, 86078 held at the Council on Aging leadership. Kerrie Albert at 277-3699. Beach, died on Thursday, Aug. License Road, Yulee. Call of Nassau County, Aug. 21 Program is open to 10th 14, 2014. Burial will take place 491-7440. from 2:30-4 p.m. This meet- Grief and 11th grade students who YHS open house in Altha, Fla. ing is open to the public and can demonstrate proven Yulee High School will Shrimp dinners everyone who has an interest leadership ability in school hold an Open House on Aug. Big Red will serve shrimp is invited to attend. For fur- and/or community activities 21 at 6 p.m. fettuccine alfredo with salad ther information call Debra support and who have an interest in Connecting People, Help & Hope and garlic bread for a $10 Dombkowski, LPN, at 261- addressing the issues con- SAC meeting The food pantry needs donations of non-perishable donation from 5:30-7 p.m. 0717, ext. 113. Grieving the death of a fronting Nassau County. 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construction,” said spokesper- HOUSING son Cecka Green. Affordable housing? Continued from 1A In an interview on Tuesday, ‘This investigation has shown that Mr. tributes to a healthy communi- Green said the property has not The county’s 2030 Comprehensive Plan encourages ty and promotes a healthy econ- yet applied for money so she affordable housing, including multi-family development. But Mandrick’s difficult management style and omy,” said Senior Planner Taco did not know how much the now that the market is picking up steam, county officials say propensity to anger have seriously affected Pope. developer is eligible to receive. developers continue to plan single-family development. “Any time you can get a “But once we have the details I Consider what happened at the Woodbrier subdivision his working relationship with his staff.’ strong mix of housing it works can email you the jpeg with all planned for Nassauville. better for everyone. And this is of the information,” said Green. Developers had planned this spring to include a mix of a good place for multi-family “It’s public.” multi-family development and single-family houses for the because it’s near shops and Green did provide informa- site on Woodbridge Lane, off Old Nassauville Road. tration level had been build- restaurants.” tion on how rents are calculated But they changed their minds and in April requested and MANDRICK ing.” The county’s Planning & for affordable housing. So did received approval from the Planning & Zoning Board to make Continued from 1A “This investigation has Zoning Board approved the plan the county’s Budget Director the project 64 single-family houses with two acres set aside reportedly called the city to shown that Mr. Mandrick’s dif- at its Aug. 5 meeting. The coun- and Assistant County Manager for recreation. complain about two city work- ficult management style and ty commission is expected to Shanea Jones. The request required a zoning change and documents ers “not working while on propensity to anger have seri- vote on the development at its That’s because the develop- submitted to the board asked why. Here’s the answer listed duty.” At Mandrick’s direction, ously affected his working Aug. 25 meeting. er is required to file annual in the Planned Unit Development (PUD) documents: the employees received ver- relationship with his staff,” the The current owner is a cor- reports with the county, and “There are no reasons why the property cannot be used bal warnings, but another report stated. poration headed by Atlanta real under the agreement the paper- as multi-family. The only negative aspect of the change is employee claimed Mandrick “... All employees are estate developer Dave work is expected to be filed with that it takes affordable housing away from the housing stock “made derogatory remarks encouraged to forgive slight Kraxberger, according to doc- the county manager’s office, of the county.” about these two individuals.” transgressions and engage in uments filed with the Georgia should they ask for the gov- The Woodbrier subdivision sits next to the Nassau Club Another employee said that productive resolution imme- Secretary of State. ernment’s financial help. apartments rental complex. A few miles away in Yulee is “while Mandrick can some- diately when issues arise. Kraxberger is the president The Florida Housing Courtney Isles, an apartment complex north of A1A behind times be hard to deal with, Retaliation for this or any other of Adevco Realty Group, in Finance Corp. calculates the Target. they always work things out in complaint will not be tolerat- Norcross, Ga. Site plans filed numbers based on the county’s The county’s Growth Management Office said that two the city’s best interest,” ed.” with Nassau County and median family income as deter- years ago, there was an inquiry to build a 64-unit apartment according to the report. This “I do not agree with all the released at the Planning & mined by the federal govern- complex behind the Ron Anderson car dealership but discus- employee, who said he had statements made in this Zoning Board meeting earlier ment. In Nassau County that sion fell apart. worked with Mandrick for 15 report,” Mandrick wrote in an this month include the Adevco amount is $62,300. “Nope. We had several meetings in 2012 but it never years, also stated Mandrick employee comment section, name. Keep in mind that median moved forward,” said Senior Planner Taco Pope. “is very efficient in running “but ... I am always willing and [email protected] LFW Reserve, LLC is quali- means middle. So, half of the his operations and treats it as desire to improve myself.” fied under its agreement with families with four people in if it were his own business.” Mandrick was working for the county to receive state Nassau County earn more than family of four would be $853. expects the Florida Department However, the report stat- Florida Public Utilities when money to help fund construc- $62,300 and half earn less than The developer is responsi- of Transportation to handle the ed, “the majority of employ- the city purchased its water tion. that amount. ble for roadway improvements, turn lane as part of its widening ees interviewed did feel that utility from FPU in 2003, and The money is expected to The rent amount is then cal- including sidewalks to the pub- of A1A that will increase the Mr. Mandrick is demanding was hired that same year as come from the Florida Housing culated using 60 percent of the lic roadway and a right turn lane number of lanes to six from and very direct in his ap- city utilities director. Accor- Finance Corp., which subsidizes median. into the complex. Project four. proach with his subordinates.” ding to Human Resources the construction of affordable So, under guidelines set by Engineer Nick Gillette of “The timing works out that Mandrick also reportedly Director Robin Marley, he is a housing. the federal government, the Gillette & Associates in way,” said Gillette. “By the time wrote in a memo to Human general contractor and also “Our funding is used to help highest rent for an affordable Fernandina Beach said in an we need to do it, they’ll have Resources Director Robin has a degree in electrical engi- pay for the brick and mortar two-bedroom apartment for a interview Tuesday that he already taken care of it.” Marley that “he resented the neering. His salary is poor work ethic of these $100,092. employees and that his frus- [email protected] Stolen vehicles recovered in Hilliard ANGELA DAUGHTRY Candidates set News-Leader Nassau County deputies for city election seized $77,000 worth of stolen vehicles and equipment after discovering marijuana plants There are five candidates poll on the ballot to choose growing in a yard east of for two seats on the Fernan- the mayor. Boner won that poll Hilliard, according to a Nassau dina Beach City Commission last year, and will seek reelec- County Sheriff’s Office report. in the fall election. tion. He faces Commissioner Deputies also noted drug Incumbents Charles Cor- Pat Gass. Commissioner John- activity was likely going on bett and Sarah Pelican are ny Miller, who was elected to inside the residence, as drug seeking reelection to a second the board last year, chose not paraphernalia also was seized three-year term. to be considered for the job of there. Corbett has been chal- mayor. Behind the residence at lenged by former commis- The city commission also is 151080 CR 108, deputies found sioner Tim Poynter, who was contemplating placing several a 2003 Coachman travel trail- defeated in his reelection bid other straw poll questions on er; a 2000 Coachman travel trail- two years ago by now Mayor the ballot to determine if res- er; a 1989 Chevrolet dually pick- Ed Boner, and Roy G. Smith idents are willing to pay for up truck; a 1986 Bass boat; a Jr., a newcomer to local poli- certain services such as water- 90hp Mercury boat motor; a tics. front improvements or a park- boat trailer; a 2007 Honda jet Pelican will face Robin ing garage. ski and trailer; a Caterpillar Lentz, a school guidance coun- The election is set for Nov. Bobcat skidder; and a home- selor who is making her first 4 with a runoff in December if made utility trailer. bid to hold elective office. candidates fail to gain a major- The equipment was deter- There also will be a straw ity in the first vote. mined to have been stolen from SUBMITTED the Jacksonville area over the Nassau County Sheriff’s Deputy T.L. Beazley gathers last several months. information on a stolen travel trailer found behind a resi- No arrests were made as of dence in Hilliard. Wednesday, according to the press release, but the investi- gation continues. [email protected]

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4A FRIDAY, AUGUST 15, 2014 NEWS News-Leader St. Marys River Bridge slated to reopen today

The St. Marys River Bridge March 15, 2013, and the project principal federal highway pro- on US 17 at the Florida/ was scheduled to be completed viding northern access into Georgia state line reopens to earlier this summer. Florida. vehicular traffic today. Maintenance and repairs A 563-foot-long swing-span A time is not set for the were performed on the bridge structure consists of six con- bridge to open today as a few along with complete repaint- crete girder approach spans remaining touch-ups are com- ing. The uniqueness of the and three steel trusses. The pleted, according to the Florida bridge required tedious work bridge helped open Florida to Department of Transporta- of hand-sanding and painting travelers from the northeast- tion. of small components, applying ern part of the nation. The refurbished bridge will primer, applying the blue Although partially owned accommodate the same legal coat and then the clear coat by Georgia, the state of Florida, weight loads as it did when it to help the finish endure with federal aid, constructed Scam: Women stole purse closed May 6, 2013 for the $3.5 longer, FDOT said in a press the St. Marys River Bridge and million rehabilitation project. release. continues to maintain the FDOT oversaw the project, The 1927 St. Marys River bridge. Sheriff Bill Leeper shut off if they don’t pay their Dot number to the caller and in coordination with the Bridge carries US 17, also For additional information announced that the Nassau past due amount, immediately. never hear from them again. Georgia Department of known as the Atlantic Coastal regarding this project or other County Sheriff’s Office is look- The majority of these calls are • Since April, there have Transportation. Highway, across the border of FDOT projects around North- ing for two female suspects who made to businesses. The sus- been five reported incidents of Kiewit Infrastructure South Florida and Georgia. When east Florida, visit www.nfl stole a purse, wallet, credit cards pects are impersonating power victims reporting they’ve Co. of Tampa began work constructed, US 17 was the roads.com. and other personal identifica- company workers and direct the received phone calls from tion from an elderly victim out of victims to purchase Green Dot Publishers Clearinghouse stat- her shopping cart at the cards to pay for their past due ing they’ve won a prize. The Walmart Supercenter in Yulee bills. caller tells the victims that in on June 2. • Since April, there have order for them to receive their The suspects immediately been seven reported incidents prize; they must send money Man sets own car on fire used the credit cards at of IRS tax scams in the region. on a Green Dot card. In some of Walmart and then proceeded The suspect contacts the vic- the reports, the victims have ANGELA DAUGHTRY and told police “he didn’t care report stated. Five minutes to Jacksonville where they tims and informs them he is an received paperwork regarding News-Leader and was going to sleep.” He later, the man reportedly made purchases and opened IRS agent and there is a war- the prize money and even con- told an officer to leave and not heard a “boom” and looked accounts at Dick’s Sporting rant for their arrest for unpaid gratulatory letters. According to a city police bother him, then went back outside to see Austin’s car in Goods, Target, Home Depot, taxes. He tells the victims they • Since May, there have report, police are seeking the inside and shut the door, flames. Belk’s, T.J. Maxx and Academy need to pay immediately with a been four incidents where com- arrest of a local man who according to the report. The state fire marshal, who Sports & Outdoors. Green Dot card to avoid further plainants have been victims of doused his BMW with gaso- A woman told police she was called to the scene by city If anyone recognizes these tax proceedings and possible personal shopper scams. The line and set it on fire Aug. 8. had been with Austin earlier police, took photos and col- two suspects or may have infor- arrest. Some reports indicate victims state they sign up to be Police were dispatched to in the day when he “became lected the gas can next to mation as to their whereabouts, the suspect does have knowl- secret shoppers on line. A few the 400 block of South Fifth enraged,” walked out of his Austin’s residence. Photos and contact the Nassau County edge of the victims’ personal days later, they receive a prior- Street around 8:30 p.m. after a house, grabbed a red gas can witness statements were for- Sheriff’s Office at 225-0331 or information. ity mail package with a check. call about a vehicle on fire, the and poured gas into the car’s warded to city police, and the remain anonymous and call • Since April, there have The victims are instructed to report stated. A blue 700 Series sunroof. vehicle was towed away. Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845- been 11 reported incidents of cash the check at their local BMW was engulfed in flames A man who lives in a unit City police continued in 8477 victims stating they’re receiv- bank and then purchase Green in a vacant lot. behind Austin’s residence told their attempts to contact Austin The Nassau County Sheriff’s ing calls from “officers” stating Dot money cards. The victims Jacob Austin, 62, the owner police that, 45 minutes earlier, by knocking on his door, but Office also wants to remind they have an active warrant for are then to email the Green Dot of the car, was found at his res- Austin told him he was going he did not respond, the report Nassau residents to be on the their arrest for missing jury 14-digit secret pin number. In idence at 409 S. Fifth St., and to burn his car and asked for a stated. Having a probable lookout for several scams that duty. These calls are occurring some cases, the victims are told questioned by police. When he lighter. cause of felony arson, police have surfaced around North throughout the region, specifi- they’re to evaluate the banks came to the front door, he The man told Austin he did wrote an affidavit for Austin’s Florida over the past few cally Marion County, Alachua customer service and the cus- reportedly “was not surprised not want to have anything to do arrest, according to the report. months: County and Jacksonville. The tomer service of the business that his vehicle was on fire,” with burning the car, the [email protected] • Since the end of March, caller tells the victim they can they purchase the Green Dot there have been 16 reported “take care” of the warrant by card from. incidents of utility bill scams in purchasing a Green Dot card. • Treasury Department Keep up with local news even when you are not at home. Florida’s Northeast region. The • Since April, there have Since April, there have been Visit yourLOCAL news source on-linefbnewsleader.com victims are contacted by phone been 11 reported incidents of three reported incidents where and are told their power will be victims reporting they’ve the victims receive calls stating applied for loans online and are they’ve received a grant from approved. The catch to getting the Department of Treasury. the loan is the victim has to send The caller states that in order a “good faith” payment or a pro- for the victims to receive the cessing fee in order to receive grant, they must pay a fee. The the loan. Victims are instructed victims are instructed to pur- to purchase Green Dot cards to chase Green Dot cards and call begin the loan process. In some back with the identification cases, the caller has even stayed number on the card. on the phone with the victim “Don’t fall prey to these or while they’ve traveled to the other scams designed to take store to purchase the card. away your hard-earned money,” Victims then read the Green said Leeper.

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 15, 2014 NEWS News-Leader 5A PTO busy, uplifting for volunteer at YMS

HEATHER A. PERRY Accelerated Reading News-Leader Program and sometimes to pay for teachers to attend Sandy Catto plays several workshops. roles at Yulee Middle School. “I really like how they use She’s a reading coach, var- the money they raise through sity volleyball coach, parent PTO for the students at the and PTO volunteer. school,” said Catto. Catto has been active with A Nassau County native, the YMS Parent Teacher Catto graduated from Organization for nine years. Fernandina Beach High “There’s a lot of work School in 1983, obtaining her behind the PTO. There are teaching credentials at fundraisers, luncheons, activi- University of North Florida, ties and all sorts of things that with a Master’s in Elementary volunteers can help with that Education. She’s also Reading benefit the students, teachers Endorsed. and the school.” Employed by the Nassau Catto finds it very uplifting County school system for 25 to witness the students’ years, Catto taught from first excitement when they get a HEATHER A. PERRY/NEWS-LEADER to eighth grade before prize at the honor roll assem- “We can always use more becoming a reading coach. bly held at the end of each members because the Catto also coaches four vol- nine-week period. Prizes are money goes right back to leyball club teams. awarded for straight A’s, AB the school to benefit your She has three children: honor roll, and for having no children,” said YMS PTO Brady, who just finished fire discipline referrals. volunteer Sandy Catto. school, Spencer, who is One of the tasks PTO vol- attending La Grange College unteers do is to purchase in Georgia and Mallory, a stu- those incentive awards. incentives to spread around.” dent at YMS, as well as a “We get a lot of different At this point there are only feline companion named things for this – candy, ear- about 200 parents in the YMS Gracie. buds, stuffed animals. We PTO and with more than 900 “I love living in Nassau pick prizes that we think mid- students, more volunteers are County because you have dle schoolers would like. The needed. access to beaches, rivers, gift cards are really big.” “It’s only $5 per family to beautiful views and bike trails Although being a PTO vol- join and we can always use while at the same time you HEATHER A. PERRY/NEWS-LEADER unteer can be challenging at more members because the have a big city very close to Stephanie Adams, Rurick Wheeler and Joy Sullivan show off the new protective uni- times, as when the fundrais- money goes right back to the you. Living in Nassau is like forms now worn by staff at Baptist Medical Center Nassau. ing order arrives and must be school to benefit your chil- living a vacation.” distributed to more than 900 dren,” said Catto, who Leisure activities for the students, Catto believes the points out that people might busy mom include boating, rewards are worth the occa- be surprised to learn the PTO scuba diving, mountain bik- New uniforms protect sional stress. also uses the money for ing, crafting and sewing. “It takes a village to raise a teacher luncheons, special Yulee Middle School is child and if everyone con- treats for eighth graders who located at 85439 Miner Road. tributes to the cause there earn high grades on Florida Phone 491-7944. hospital staff, patients will be more rewards and Writes, for gift cards for the [email protected]

HEATHER A. PERRY Find it! Buy it! Sell it! Classifieds ads pay. Call 261-3696 News-Leader ‘Public safety is the bedrock of what we do. American Beach The hospital staff at Baptist Medical Center Nassau has a There is nothing more important than the museum to open new look. They’re all wearing safety of our patients and these garments are uniforms made of Vestex. The A.L. Lewis Historical This material is specially part of an organization-wide emphasis on Society is planning to open the designed to be a first line of quality and safety to create the safest possi- American Beach Museum with defense against unexpected festivities Sept. 5-6. splashes and splatters of blood ble environment for our patients and staff.’ Events will include a recep- tion for donors, board mem- and bodily fluids. HUGH GREENE The fabric barrier protects bers, county and state officials both patients and medical per- BAPTIST HEALTH PRESIDENT AND CEO on Friday, Sept. 5 from 6-8 p.m. sonnel against contaminants The public event is sched- coming in contact with their uled for Saturday, Sept. 6 from skin. The fabric also has an against contact from droplets. departments, so we’re more 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will include embedded antimicrobial. For instance, with the Ebola identifiable.” music, storytelling, art displays Hospital administrators are virus in West Africa, now, Stephanie Adams often has and refreshments. Tours of the keen on the new uniforms, maybe if those doctors and to deal with patients who are museum will be held every 30 seeing them as another nurses had this, the fluid bleeding in the Emergency minutes from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 weapon in the fight against might not have got into them.” Room, so she appreciates the p.m. Oral history documenta- infection. Wheeler said it speaks vol- specially treated fabric. tion will be offered on the com- “Health care workers’ umes that Baptist is making “The blood just rolls off, it munity center porch from noon apparel has become the latest this investment for its employ- beads off. Nothing soaks to 3 p.m. high-tech tool, allowing us ees. through the material.” Organizers also are planning to turn a uniform into an “It’s a part of changing The uniforms also protect a tribute for MaVynee Betsch, a infection prevention device,” health care for good!” against bacteria that cause local resident widely known as said John F. Wilbanks, Joy Sullivan, lead associate odor, another benefit for Beach Lady for her support of Baptist Health chief operating care provider in the Patient employees, and all three like the environment and historical officer. Care Division, said, “It is com- the fact there are different significance of American Beach. For Rurick Wheeler, super- fortable, but it does take a lit- styles from which to choose. She died in 2005. Family mem- visor in Environmental tle getting used to because it’s Baptist Medical Center bers will be on hand for the cel- Services at Baptist Nassau, the a different material than Nassau is located at 1250 ebration. uniforms are all about protec- we’re used to but we do like South 18th St. Phone 321-3500 For information contact tion and health. them. And we’re all color-coor- or visit e-baptisthealth.com Carol Alexander at Alexander. “It’s designed to protect dinated for our different [email protected] [email protected]. Discover Amelia Island’s Art Community Visit all of these galleries & businesses today

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6A FRIDAY, AUGUST 15, 2014 OPINION News-Leader Legislature OK’s new redistricting plan

Every 10 years the Florida Legislature floor. Our only order of busi- a majority of the voting age population, but is ond reading of the congressional redistricting engages in redrawing the district lines for con- ness was to pass a congres- still large enough to elect a candidate of its bill. The proposed congressional map: gressional, state senate and state house seats. sional map. The judge’s order choice through either crossover votes from • Maintains the number of counties split at Known as redistricting or reapportionment, was clear on which portions majority voters or a coalition with another 21; this process ensures that each legislative seat of the two congressional dis- minority community. • Increases the number of cities split from will represent a similar number of constituents tricts where he had objection. A “crossover district” is a minority-access 27 to 28; and ensure “equal representation.” The U.S. However, drawing a congres- district in which the dominant minority com- • Changes the district lines for seven dis- Constitution requires the reapportionment of sional map is different than munity is less than a majority of the voting age tricts (Districts 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11 and 17), leaving the U.S. House of Representatives, which drawing a state house or sen- population, but is still large enough that a 20 congressional districts unchanged; includes the distribution of the House’s 435 ate map. The requirement crossover of majority voters is adequate • Removes the city of Sanford from District seats between the states and the equalization of STATE that each district be equal in enough to provide that minority community 5; population between districts within each state. REP. population applies differently with the opportunity to elect a candidate of its • Maintains the total population deviation of In February 2012 the Florida Legislature to congressional districts choice. A “coalitional district” is a minority- zero or one; passed SB 1174 redistricting Florida’s popula- than to state legislative dis- access district in which two or more minority • Improves the compactness of District 5 tion into 27 congressional districts. Not long Janet Adkins tricts. The populations of con- groups, which individually comprise less than a both visually and mathematically; after, two legal challenges were filed in Leon gressional districts must majority of the voting age population, can form • Maintains the ability to elect minority County in Florida’s Second Judicial Circuit. achieve absolute mathematical equality, with a coalition to elect their preferred candidate of communities in Northeast and Central Florida Eventually the two challenges were combined no de minimis exception. choice. in District 5. into one case, Romo v. Detzner. For state legislative districts, the courts Finally, an “influence district” is a district in • Improves the compactness of District 10 On July 10, the court issued an order reject- have permitted a greater population deviation which a minority community is not sufficiently both visually and mathematically; and ing challenges to eight districts (Districts 13, among districts, and must be “substantially large enough to form a coalition or meaningful- • Improves the overall visual and mathe- 14, 15, 21, 22, 25, 26 and 27) but finding equal” Substantial equality of population gener- ly solicit crossover votes and thereby elect a matical compactness of the additional five dis- Districts 5 and 10 invalid. On Aug. 1, the court ally means that a legislative plan will not be candidate of its choice, but is able to affect tricts. issued an order requiring the Legislature to held to violate the Equal Protection Clause if election outcomes. Floor debate was a bit interesting. It was submit a remedial map no later than noon on the difference between the smallest and largest In 2010, Floridians passed the “Fair clear that some wanted a completely new map Aug. 15. The court also directed the Secretary district is less than 10 percent. Districts” amendments to our Florida and would be satisfied with nothing less. I dis- of State and Supervisors of Elections to pro- This basically means that changing the lines Constitution which establishes standards for agreed with their approach and supported the pose a special election schedule and comments for two congressional districts would require redistricting, including the protection for racial proposal to minimize the number of congres- regarding the conduct of a special election. changes to additional districts with a “ripple and language minorities such that districts sional impacted and simply correct the prob- Hence, my journey back to Tallahassee for effect” as you apply the no de minimis popula- shall not be drawn with the intent or result of lem areas identified by Judge Lewis. a special session of the Florida Legislature that tion standard. diminishing the ability of racial or language The plan passed with bipartisan support in convened at noon on Thursday, Aug. 7. The In addition, the congressional map must minorities to elect representatives of their both the Florida House (71-38) and the Florida joint proclamation was read, followed by prayer meet standards set forth in the Voting Rights choice. This is a “first tier” standard. Senate (25-12) and now heads to the governor. and the Pledge of Allegiance. After brief Act. In 1965, Congress passed the Voting A “second tier” standard of the Fair If you would like to see the new district remarks by Speaker Weatherford and instruc- Rights Act which enforces the protections of Districts amendment requires that districts be lines, you can view the map at www.floridare- tions on the committee and amendment the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution compact. The Florida Supreme Court has con- districting.org. Click on the link labeled process, the House adjourned at 12:16 p.m. by providing “minority voters an opportunity to firmed that the primary test for compactness is “Statewide map” to view Redistricting Plan Many members returned back to their districts participate in the electoral process and elect a visual examination of the general shape of the H000C9057. later that day. Members assigned to the Select candidates of their choice, generally free of dis- district. In addition to a visual inspection, quan- It is still unclear whether or when any spe- Committee on Redistricting began their delib- crimination.” There are different types of titative measures of compactness can assist cial elections will occur for the seven congres- erations later that afternoon and passed pro- minority districts, each with significantly differ- courts in assessing compactness: specifically, sional districts with new lines. Another court posed committee bill 14A-01 Friday morning. I ent implications for the courts, depending on the Reock and Convex Hull methods. hearing is scheduled for Aug. 20. serve on the Rules and Calendar committee, the nature of a legal complaint. Another “second tier” standard requires Thank you for the honor of serving you in which was scheduled to meet Friday afternoon, A “majority-minority district” is a district in that “districts shall, where feasible, utilize exist- our State Capitol. Please do not hesitate to call so my stay in Tallahassee was extended to which the majority of the voting-age population ing political and geographical boundaries.” or email me if I can ever be of service to you. I meet that responsibility. of the district consists of a minority group. A Sometimes these two standards can conflict look forward to hearing from you. God bless Members returned back to the Capitol “minority access district” is a district in which with each other. you. Monday afternoon to begin work on the House the dominant minority community is less than The House convened at 1 p.m. for the sec- [email protected]

POLITICS IN BRIEF Low Country Boil Alan Clendenin, Florida’s Democratic Party Leslie Dougher Committee as a precinct committeewoman. In first vice-chair, will be the keynote speaker for Dougher is a lifelong 2008, she was elected chairman of the Clay The Nassau County Democratic Executive the evening. Republican, having been County Republican Party. Committee has announced that Annette The Low Country Boil will be held at the raised by two conservative Dougher served as the Women for Taddeo, gubernatorial candidate Charlie Fernandina Beach Golf Club, 2800 Bill Melton Republican parents on the McCain/Palin Chairman, Scott/Carroll Crist’s running mate, will attend the Low Road in Fernandina Beach, at 6:30 p.m. West Coast. Cutting her baby Chairman and Romney/Ryan Chairman for Country Boil on Saturday. Also in attendance Tickets are $50 each and may be purchased at teeth on small fiscally conser- Clay County. In 2012, she was elected as the will be the candidates for Attorney General, Democratic Party headquarters located at the vative government nursery chairman of the RPOF County Chairman Secretary of Agriculture and CFO. corner of Date and Eighth streets in rhymes, low taxes and person- Dougher Caucus. In addition to politics she served as Fernandina Beach (261-3364). al responsibility, she graduat- the Government Affairs Chairman of the Clay

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N Reagan’s message that further fueled her Dougher’s professional career includes Center, Inc interest in politics, community and the world banking, human resources, economic develop- The food pantry needs GOP Executive Committee around her and inspired her to roll up her ment and real estate. In 2014, she was elected donations of The Nassau County Republican Executive sleeves and get to work. chair of the Republican Party of Florida. non-perishable food items Committee will have their monthly meeting on In 1995, she and her military family moved The meeting will begin promptly at 7:30 all year round. Thursday at the Yulee County Building, 86028 to Clay County. She immediately fell in love p.m. and all registered Republicans are wel- For more information, call: 261.7000 Pages Dairy Road. with its southern hospitality and Republican come to attend. For questions, contact The guest speaker for the monthly meeting constituency. She wasted no time getting Justin Taylor at [email protected] or 1303 Jasmine St., Ste. 101 Fernandina Beach, FL will be Republican Party of Florida Chair involved with the local Republican Executive (904) 226-6207.

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 15, 2014 OPINION News-Leader 7A Coping with a toxic inheritance

When we were in school, many the deadly legacy continues to of us were taught in physics class remind us that even though we regarding Isaac Newton’s third ETS’d, our war may never be over. law of motion that said, “For every VETERAN’S VOICE There is something we all can action, there’s an equal and oppo- Dedicated to veterans do today, even as politicians, agen- F LORIDA’ S O LDEST W EEKLY N EWSPAPER site reaction.” Most of us who cies and experts try to initiate E STABLISHED IN 1854 served in Vietnam later, and all of all eras long overdue policies, procedures those who supported the conflict, JOHN SCHERER and remedies. We can get the The News-Leader is published with pride weekly both civilian and military, in coun- word out to everyone in our com- for the people of Nassau County by Community try or back in “the world,” would munities about the real word on Newspapers, Inc., Athens, Georgia. We believe not have known or guessed just Agent Orange and Dioxin. It has that strong newspapers build strong communi- how valid a paradox Newton’s Law are also many others just as Foundation’s Special Initiatives always been through education ties – “Newspapers get things done!” Our primary would become. We had no way of responsible for Orange, as well as Program is quoted as advising, and having all the facts, that we goal is to publish distinguished and profitable knowing how this particular para- can make positive decisions and community-oriented newspapers. This mission Agents Purple, White, Blue, Pink “Dioxin is a toxic herbicide that will be accomplished through the teamwork of dox of military service could pos- and Green; color-coded herbicides over a period of decades does not move forward to help others and professionals dedicated to the truth, integrity, qual- sibly involve our children and by order of strength and purpose easily degrade. It is not absorbed our own. ity and hard work. even our grandchildren. of use. Other companies who man- by plants nor is it water-soluble. It The VVA is committed to The impact of Agent Orange ufactured Agent Orange, the pick can attach to soil and sediment ensuring that all veterans exposed FOY R. MALOY JR ., PUBLISHER (and other agents) on the United of the litter were Monsanto, particles, which are then carried during their service receive the MICHAEL PARNELL, EDITOR States parallels its effects on the Diamond Shamrock, Hercules, by water downstream and settle in information, care and compensa- MIKE HANKINS, ADVERTISING DIRECTOR people of Vietnam. The population Thomson-Hayward, U.S. Rubber the bottoms of ponds and lakes. It tion they have earned, as well as ROBERT FIEGE, PRODUCTION DIRECTOR exposed to the chemical in (Uniroyal), Thomson, Agrisect then continues to adversely affect their families that have been BOB TIMPE, CIRCULATION DIRECTOR Vietnam, by just inhaling or touch- and Hoffman-Tuff. people who eat dioxin contaminat- inherently exposed, and our ANGELINE MUDD, ing “hot spots,” began to suffer Most people aren’t fully aware ed fish and game, and is transmit- unborn generations. unusual and suspicious diseases, The Vietnam Veterans of BUSINESS OFFICE MANAGER about the differences between ted in many other ways. The with those consequences multiply- Agent Orange and Dioxin: adverse effects of dioxin on America Chapter 1088, serving SIÂN PERRY, ASSISTANT EDITOR ing greatly for the Vietnamese Agent Orange was one of a human health can be treated, in Nassau and Camden counties, is BETH JONES, SPORTS EDITOR population since the end of the class of color-coded herbicides most cases, if detected early, but committed to Vietnam veterans, TOM WOOD DINK NESMITH war in 1975. They were and still that U.S. forces sprayed over the in many cases cannot be fully cor- their families and veterans of all CHAIRMAN PRESIDENT are, the first victims of a “weapon” rural landscape in Vietnam to kill rected. If dioxin is allowed to per- eras. We are actively involved with designed to save our soldiers’ and foliage, trees and food crops. It manently alter the internal cellular services connected to Agent civilians’ lives, but with an inher- contained a mixture of two herbi- structure and chemical balances Orange information, referral of ent factor that indicates that like cides, 2-4D and 2,4,5T, which by involved in maintaining good medical services and benefits and the Vietnamese, the final itself is toxic for up to several human health, there is serious the education of our community The views expressed by the columnists and American victims of Agent Orange weeks and then degrades itself. risk of life-long health problems with scheduling Town Hall meet- letter writers on this page are their own have not yet been born. Dioxin, the real health culprit, which may lead to premature ings to answer questions to long and do not necessarily reflect the views of There were also the first vic- is a member of a class of persist- immortality.” awaited questions about Agent the newspaper, its owners or employees. tims of the toxins of the manufac- ent organic pollutants which result There were 12 million gallons Orange and other veteran’s topics. ture of the herbicide, the civilian from the deliberate accelerated of the this “supercharged instant To learn more about how you manufacturing plant workers, then production of herbicide 2,4,5T, one foliage killer” in the brown drums can be a part of VVA Chapter EDITORIAL the transporters, the shippers of the major components of Agent with the orange stripe around 1088, visit our website at overseas and then the military. Orange. Dioxin poisoning has them used in Vietnam, enough to vva1088.org or call our office at The prescience and use of Agent been proven to shorten the lives of cover 18,000 square miles, about (904) 330-4679. Orange, as it is stereotyped by humans exposed to it and is asso- 30 percent of the country’s land You don’t have to be a veteran A clear most of us and the later blame for ciated with severe health circum- mass. In a quickly constructed to join us through our Associates its effect on millions was blamed stances for Vietnam veterans and and untested effort to assist the of Vietnam Veterans’ Program and mostly on Dow Chemical Co., potentially, their future genera- American and Vietnamese mili- be a part of our continuing mis- which became the lightning rod of tions. tary effort to fight an invisible sion to bring dedicated and hands- election public protest and ridicule. There Charles Bailey of the Ford enemy and reduce our casualties, on services to all our veterans. VOICE OF THE PEOPLE choice Killing geese I was dismayed by an article on Voters have a clear choice this month the front page of your July 30 edition between candidates for the Nassau County regarding the shooting of “nasty” Commission. Canada geese at the judicial center There are those who believe we must in Yulee as ordered by Chief increase revenues for county government Administrative Judge Robert Foster. services. To do this, we must raise the prop- Judge Foster cited a “drastic erty tax rate significantly and we must bor- approach” to a “drastic situation” as row money for a new sheriff’s administra- his excuse for hiring Wild Things tion building. Nuisance Removal out of Others, however, believe we have ample Jacksonville for a sum of $1,100 to revenues to operate county government, and shoot these birds. we can make up for temporary shortfalls Isn’t it a shame that we cannot owing to economic recession by shifting coexist for just a few months a year money from reserve accounts for current with these lovely federally protected spending. These would have us not borrow (what does that mean?) creatures money for new construction, but rather use who migrate to this area to propa- the money we now have. gate their species? Yes, geese, like The first approach appears to be that pre- every other living creature, must ferred by a majority of commissioners “poop” – no one can deny that. And (absent public protest), including for the “sin” of dirtying the side- Commissioner Barry Holloway and former walks and parking areas of the judi- commissioner Mike Boyle. cial center, these lovely birds had to The latter design has come from Clerk of die. Court/Controller John Crawford and I realize that too many birds Commissioner Steve Kelley and is support- become a hazard but surely there ed by candidate George Spicer. was some other way to handle this Kelley’s plan advocates a “pay as you go” situation. Perhaps, if we had been approach: add no new debt and pay off exist- forewarned of the problem (instead ing debt; approve no increase in taxes and of reading about it after it hap- continue streamlining of county services. pened), our community might have JOHN DARKOW/COLUMBIA (MO.) DAILY TRIBUNE As voters make their judgments come up with a better solution. between now (early voting begins today) I realize it’s too late to save this and Election Day, Aug. 26, they have a clear particular flock of geese, however, I the first vendor to have people clean Beach trash and discussion than an irresponsi- choice. would like to see the county pre- up behind my horses and have had ble, venomous, bigoted screed. Let’s If you believe now is the time to invest in pare a more humane solution for the same person for more than a Re: The letter “Beach debris sen- keep this sort of stuff out of our county government, including taking on the next time this happens rather year now. sationalism” (Aug. 6). community, please. more debt and adding new taxes, then you than allowing our chief administra- Other operators have only A resident of Atlanta, Ga., Judith Lane should vote for Boyle and Holloway. tive judge to act as “Chief recently begun to consistently clean responded to your reporting on Fernandina Beach If, on the other hand, you believe we can Executioner.” up, but it looks like the city’s efforts “beach debris” with a letter so full of still do more to improve county services Diana Woods have paid off and all the local ven- mendacity that it would exceed the Don’tsellcityland without adding debt or taxes, then you Fernandina Beach dors are cooperating. I don’t know scope of this page to respond to Don’t sell city land should vote Kelley and Spicer. why they’d want to add to their each and every one of the false- Just a year ago, almost to the We remain opposed to our local govern- workload with more requirements hoods that he advances. date, the city commission consid- ments increasing taxes or adding debt at Port expansion after finally succeeding in their Suffice it to say that the city of ered putting an item on the this juncture. Thus we think voting for If the city and county seriously efforts. There are still other people Fernandina Beach and its lack of November 2013 ballot regarding Kelley and Spicer is the wiser course of support sustainable growth and riding from time to time who likely regulation enforcement is the root selling “excess golf course land” action. increased job opportunities, they don’t have a permit, aren’t aware of cause for the abuse wreaked upon currently zoned for recreation. The would reject this plan, close the port the regulations and are probably our beaches. Another tourist desti- masses of people showing up in the and convert the property into a not equipped to clean up behind nation, Hilton Head Island, which city chambers to diss this convinced waterfront park, restaurants, shops, their horses. A big sign in the park- by the way is an hour’s drive closer the commission to drop that idea. COMMUNITY THANKS marina and more. Such develop- ing lot warning of fines might dis- to Atlanta, has extensive beach reg- The people of the city want to keep ment would be in absolute con- courage those people from riding ulations that are both specific and our remaining green spaces. We Community Hospice formity with the island’s resort and leaving their messes behind. vigorously enforced. want some nature around us, some industry and create multitudes of Lately I’ve seen horse trailers with Our own city’s ordinances are open space, some fresh air. We do Magna’s salon wishes to thank those donors jobs for local citizens versus a high- plates from Ohio, Tennessee and quite a travesty in comparison and not want or need to sell what little and participants in this year’s fundraising drive. ly mechanized port with a handful of Alabama at the Peters Point parking what’s more they are seldom if ever land we have left to make way for We are thrilled to have collected $2,000 for low-income jobs. Parking, the down- lot. People from that far away won’t enforced. more houses, more traffic, more Community Hospice of Northeast Florida. town’s most pressing problem, could know they are required to clean up Of interest is also the Hilton people who will have less public Donors: The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, North easily be resolved via the port prop- behind their horses because it is Head Beach parking fee of $1 per space to enjoy. Hampton Golf, Amelia River Golf, Summer erty and shuttle service. Time to never required when trail riding. hour, something that our city gov- Commissioners should once Beach Golf, Omni Amelia Island Plantation get outside the conventional box I meet visitors all the time who ernment is opposing out of fear to again listen to us and do not put any Resort Golf, Columbia Restaurant, Air Amelia and rethink the entire waterfront. only come to Amelia because of the offend tourists. Our city council wording for a “straw poll” on the “We do Fly,” Amelia Hotel, Residence Inn, Pat Leary horses. But while here they visit should take a scouting trip to Hilton ballot to rezone any golf course or Hampton Inn & Suites. And, of course, all you Fernandina Beach Centre Street, take a river cruise, Head and learn a thing or two about recreation land to be able to sell it for individual donors. stay at our hotels and eat at our high-end tourism. more development. We are counting We welcome Community Hospice of restaurants. They may only come The moral of this story is that on the commissioners to keep the Northeast Florida to our local Baptist hospital. Horses on the beach to ride the horses but they spend Hilton Head gets the high-end quality of life of our taxpaying resi- It is a new 8-room facility. Again, everyone, Re: City officials talk horse more on everything else while here tourism that spends high-end dollars dents as a primary concern. They thank you. manure (Aug. 8) on the island than they ever did rid- and leaves no trash behind while should not even consider rezoning Tom and Stacye I suppose the city commissioners ing horses. They add a lot to the Fernandina is courting the Atlanta our valuable remaining “recreation Magna’s – A Full Body Salon never heard from any of the beach- local economy. Also, every day I ride gentleman. land” for development. If maintain- riding vendors because none of us scores of people are taking pictures George Venieris ing a 27-hole golf course is too much knew about the meeting. I’d be more of the beautiful horses but do they Fernandina Beach for the city, passive hiking trails are HOW TO WRITE US than happy to meet with them write in to thank the city for allowing also of great value on green space. regarding their beaches that we feel such a sight? Of course not, but let ‘Bigoted screed’ Just look at the old golf course on Letters must include writer’s name blessed to ride on. Because we own a few unhappy people complain and Fort George Island to see what (printed and signature), address and horses none of us live in the city next thing you know the city is talk- It saddened and disgusted me retired golf course land can look but on acreages which are only avail- ing about taking away what every- for so many reasons to read like in a few years – a wealth of telephone number for verification. able off the island. So we often aren’t one else loves to see while enjoy- (“Coming soon to a tunnel near nature and walking opportunities. Writers are normally limited to one letter aware of what the city may be plan- ing our beaches. We certainly don’t you,” Aug. 6). There are blatant inac- But do not open any doors to in a 30-day period. No poems will be pub- ning or doing. Had they informed or need more regulations for the city to curacies in it and a rather terrifying selling any recreation land for more lished. Letters should be typed or print- invited me I would have been happy administer. City officials made a incitement to do harm to others who homes. We do not need more ed. Not all letters are published. Send let- to come. They have our contact good effort to get after those who believe differently. The various sit- homes. Hundreds more are already information from the permit appli- didn’t clean up and they are now uations in the Mideast are complex on the way all around the middle of ters to: Letters to the Editor, P.O. Box cation we filed with them and have complying so it appears their efforts and fraught with misunderstandings the island. Why make this worse 16766, Fernandina Beach, FL., 32035 sent emails in the past. If they want- were successful. and with political lines and alliances for all of us? Please derail this bad E-mail: mparnell@fbnewsleader. com. ed us there they would have Stan Potter caused a hundred years ago by arbi- idea. visit us on-line at fbnewsleader.com informed us. Happy Trails Walking trary geographic divisions. They Pat Foster-Turley More than two years ago I was Horses LLC deserve more thoughtful analysis Fernandina Beach

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8A FRIDAY, AUGUST 15, 2014/NEWS-LEADER COMMUNITY Elm Street Little League banquet honors athletes

he annual Elm Street Little Fernandina Beach. be a leader or a follower. Sports will Ronald Veal donated a football every area of their lives. League sports banquet was He was elected to teach them teamwork; it will teach from his football camp. Rick Hawks, sponsored by Property held at the Elm Street- the 2006 Baseball them the values of life. Now is their Stockstill, head football coach from Management and American Legion T Martin Luther King Center. Hall of Fame here time to figure out what they want to Middle Tennessee State, also donat- Post 174; Reds, First Missionary 2014 was an awesome season. and, after gradua- be.” ed a football. Baptist Church; Giants, Burbank Thanks to all who gave their valu- tion, was drafted He told them to go out into this One player, George, received a Sports Nets. All-star team, Paul able time and talents to make it very by the New York world, go forward and be that leader tablet for being the first to sign up Clark Ford and Amelia Lock and enjoyable for the youth. Our Sheriff, Mets. He congrat- that the good Lord called them to for baseball. Next year sign-up is Key. The team sponsors received Bill Leeper, Vice Mayor Sarah ulated President be. Jan. 2. Peterson is looking forward plaques for their support. Pelican, Channel 4 WJXT Crime NOW AND Wayne Peterson Burbank told them they are one to a girls’ softball team and possibly The families of the late beloved Analyst Ken Jefferson, Burbank for a job well done choice away from making a differ- three more baseball teams. Rev. Earl Richo and Bro. John Lewis Sports Nets’ Billy Burbank, Kelley THEN and challenged ence. In his prayer, Rev. Thomp-son Kelley will sponsor the Wrecks Timmons thank God for each and Pest Control, Commissioners everyone to think asked the Lord continue to bless all next year. If you would like to spon- every one of you, their family and Corbett and Leeper and New Zion Maybelle about their future; the participants. sor one of these teams, your help friends, for all acts of kindness Missionary Baptist Church, to make a differ- President Peterson thanked all of would be greatly appreciated. shown to them during their bereave- Folkston, Ga., Pastor Rev. Bernard Kirkland ence in the com- the sponsors, for this is the best year Vice president of Elm Street ment. May God bless each of you. Thompson were all there to help cel- munity, no matter how old they are; they’ve ever had. Thanks to Vice Little League, Charles Albert, is all Birthday wishes to Rodney ebrate. They all played a very impor- to stay safe, stay in school, stay off Mayor Pelican, city and county com- smiles when it comes to the league, Bacon, Patricia Cribb, Annette tant part with these teams. Ms. drugs, work hard, stay out of trouble missioners, special thanks to the happy to see it continue along with Green, Israel Ford, Jerome Way, Boles, president of little league foot- and be positive. A few pointers his sheriff, Jefferson, County Peterson. Kim baker, Hope White, Geraldine ball, Fernandina Beach. daddy shared with him: Don’t lie, Commissioner Leeper and Steve He says it is imperative the par- Rauls, Teresa King and Sincere Jefferson and Sheriff Leeper said don’t complain and don’t make Kelley for donating water bottles ents continue to be involved in every Jones. a lot of positive things to the kids excuses. for each of the kids. Burbanks aspect of their child’s life at this very Congratulations to Dea. James and the parents also got a lot out of Jefferson said, “These young peo- Sports Nets and Sheriff Leeper important age. Statistics show the Payne and Sis. Teresa King on their what was said. Sheriff Leeper start- ple are at the pinnacle of their lives. donated bookbags filled with school more involved you are, the more recent marriage. May God bless ed out as these kids too in It depends on whether they want to supplies. successful your children will be in you.

JUNIOR NATURALISTS AT THE SEASHORE

Wild Amelia’s aspiring Junior Naturalists Caden, Gabriela, Tessa, Lyndall, Mia, Wyatt and Marcella examine a sea turtle nest at Fort Clinch State Park with the park’s sea turtle volunteer, Sandra Baker-Hinton, after learning about sea turtles from a PowerPoint presentation by Baker-Hinton at the Fort Clinch Visitor Center. The children are attempting to com- plete “The Seashore” Junior Naturalist curriculum activities; a second curriculum component on “The Maritime Forest” is also available. Wild Amelia is a year- round educational nonprofit which seeks to educate residents and visitors about the wildlife and wild places of Amelia Island. For more information about the Junior Naturalist Program and Wild Amelia, visit wildamelia.com and Wild Amelia on Facebook. PHOTO BY ROBYN NEMES/FOR THE NEWS-LEADER

TIMUCUAN TRANSFORMER CAMP

SUBMITTED PHOTOS Twelve children ranging in age from 7-10 enjoyed Timucuan Transformer summer camp at the Amelia Island Museum of History, below right. The children were divided into clans and helped build a Timucuan council house, learned how to make pottery, clothing and ornamental jewelry as well as foods similar to those that Amelia Island natives would have eaten. They also made scientific discoveries with owl pellets and learned about Timucuan hunt- ing techniques. A clan eats corn bread made by crushing corn, above right. Omni Nature Center employees instruct some of the children in archery techniques, above left.

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 15, 2014 NEWS News-Leader 9A Lock in low cost of money Divorcing? Change all your passwords Unprecedented low interest rates very exciting. have driven the real estate and auto busi- $28,000 Unpaid Balance An observation that caught my atten- JASON ALDERMAN ity to impose final decisions. nesses out of the ditch. For now, we get tion was the slight interest spread be- For the News-Leader Arbitration. Like mediation, to continue enjoying them, but for how Rate . . . Mos. . Pymnt. . . Interest Pd tween 60 and 72 months at 3 percent. If except that the arbiter hands long? There hasn’t been an opinion stat- 3.0% . . . 60 . . . $503 ...... $2,187 there was ever a time to go the longer No doubt you’ve seen many down a binding agreement by ed that says they won’t 6.0% . . . 60 . . . $541 ...... $4,479 term, it is now, as long as you are sure of warnings against sharing per- which you each must abide. go back up. To illus- 3.0% . . . 72 . . . $425 ...... $2,630 your selection. In many cases, there is a sonal or financial information If you can’t settle out of trate how much of a 6.0% . . . 72 . . . $464 ...... $5,410 slightly higher rate for going 72 months with strangers, but what about court, be prepared to possibly benefit low rates pro- versus 60. So, add a few hundred to the your spouse – or ex-spouse? A pay many thousands of dollars duce, I looked at a typi- higher, but the intent was not to use comparison ($2,187 vs. $2,630) plus recent study by McAfee uncov- in attorney and court fees. Ask cal new vehicle sale. extremes. With the gurus suggesting $300. ered some unsettling results: around for referrals to lawyers With the average new the cost of money could begin to rise, it I am not an economist, but I pay Although 96 percent of who specialize in divorce. vehicle selling price at seems a good time for a comparison. attention and read a fair amount. 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He they’d “cyber-stalked” their sig- wise, an economically strug- the absolute best rate. The 6 percent would be the cost differential. Very sim- invites questions or positive stories about nificant other’s ex on social gling or vindictive ex-spouse rate is something that we could see very ply, you choose between $40 more pay- automobile use and ownership. media. could amass debt in your name easily in a stronger economy. It could go ment or $2,500 less vehicle. Neither is [email protected] Given the high rate of divor- and ruin your credit. If your ex ce and how frequently mar- retains the house or car, make riages end acrimoniously, it’s sure your name is taken off the not a big leap to think that a loan so you’re not responsible if scorned lover could severely they flake on payments. damage your credit and repu- Be sure all closed accounts Cumberland tourists help create jobs tation. If you’re getting divorced, are paid off, even if you must here are some important legal, transfer balances to your new A new National Park spending were restaurants financial and privacy consider- account and pay them off your- Service report shows that and bars (50,000 jobs) and ations: self. That’s because late or 51,434 visitors to Visitors to Cumberland Island National lodging (38,000 jobs). If you and your spouse are in unmade payments by either Cumberland Island National Seashore, Ga., spent over $2 million in To download the report complete agreement on how party on a joint account – open Seashore, Ga., in 2013 spent visit www.nature.nps.gov/ you wish to divide assets and or closed – will damage both of over $2 million in communi- communities surrounding the park. socialscience/economics. settle debts, you may be able your credit scores. ties surrounding the park. cfm. get by with a do-it-yourself Check your credit reports That spending supported 27 The report includes infor- divorce kit. It’s still wise to have before, during and after the jobs in the local area includ- $10 for every $1 invested in tors in communities within 60 mation for visitor spending at a divorce attorney review the divorce to make sure you’re ing the counties of Camden, the National Park Service – miles of a national park. This individual parks and by state. forms to make sure you haven’t aware of all outstanding debts Charlton, and Glynn in south- and it’s a big factor in our spending supported over To learn more about overlooked anything. and to ensure that all joint ern Georgia and Nassau local economy as well. We 237,000 jobs nationally, with national parks in Georgia and If your separation is more accounts were properly closed. County. are happy to be strong part- more than 197,000 jobs found how the National Park complicated but relatively ami- The three major credit bureaus, “Cumberland Island ners and supporting our in these gateway communi- Service works with Georgian cable, you may also want to try Equifax, Experian and Trans- National Seashore is recog- neighbors. We understand ties, and had a benefit to the communities to help pre- collaborative divorce, mediation Union, don’t always list the nized as a world-class tourist the important role we play in U.S. economy of $26.5 billion. serve local history, conserve or arbitration: same accounts, so to be safe, destination,” said Superinten- our regional economy and According to the 2013 the environment and provide Collaborative divorce. Both order credit reports from each. dent Gary Ingram. “As stew- local communities.” economic analysis, most visi- outdoor recreation, go to parties retain a lawyer and the Change all passwords, PINs ards of this great resource The peer-reviewed visitor tors spending was for lodging www.nps.gov/georgia. four of you hash out an agree- and other information your ex we acknowledge our respon- spending analysis was con- (30.3 percent) followed by Cumberland Island is the ment outside the courtroom. could use to access your elec- sibility sharing the Sea- ducted by U.S. Geological food and beverages (27.3 per- largest barrier island off the You each control the final agree- tronic devices and financial, shore’s story with visitors Survey economists Catherine cent), gas and oil (12.1 per- coast of Georgia, encompass- ment instead of having to abide email and social media and the gateway community Cullinane Thomas and Chris- cent), admissions and fees ing more than 36,000 acres of by a judge’s decision. accounts. Also, don’t email or while protecting the Island topher Huber and Lynne (10.3 percent) and souvenirs maritime forests, salt marsh Mediation. You each have post malicious or revealing infor- for future generations. Koontz for the National Park and other expenses (10 per- and beaches. The island is lawyers but hire a third-party mation that could be damaging National park tourism is a Service. The report shows cent). also home to over 9,800 acres mediator to work through dif- if presented in court. significant driver in the $14.6 billion of direct spend- The largest jobs cate- of Congressionally designat- ferences on critical issues. Medi- Jason Alderman directs Visa’s national economy – returning ing by 273.6 million park visi- gories supported by visitor ed Wilderness. ators don’t have the legal author- financial education programs.

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SUBMITTED The 10th annual ALS Amelia Island Golf Classic, remembering the late John Louis O’Day, was held Aug. 1 at Long Point at the Amelia Island Club. More than $20,000 was raised this year for a 10-year total of more than $150,000 for the ALS Association Florida Chapter. Often referred to as Lou Gehrig’s disease, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis is a progressive and fatal neuromuscular disease. Skydive Amelia Island dropped in for the special year-10 celebration, right. It is also the 75-year anniversary for Gehrig’s July 4, 1939, farewell speech at Yankee Stadium. Joe Parrish warms up before play, left. First place net went to the team of Monty Kitchen, Brad Reese, Dale Dignum and Al Saunders; first place gross, Geoff Haynes, Trey Spencer, D.K. Lee and Barry Jacobson; first place mixed, Dave Spangler, Renee LaCroix, Mariann Bell and Barry Ivey; first place women, Jane McCormick, Ardith O’Day, Maryann Wallace and Jane Brown. Next year’s event will be Aug. 7 again at Long Point. For information, contact Mark O’Day at 553-0576 or [email protected] or visit www.ALSGolfAmelia.com.

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RECREATION ROUNDUP SPORTS SHORTS FERNANDINA BEACH sessions), $200/month (2 ses- crowned USA Rugby League National encourage compliance with rules of PARKS & RECREATION sions/ week for 4 weeks). Mixed doubles tourney Champions. water safety by club members and the DEPARTMENT Monthly packages include The city of Fernandina Beach Mixed In addition to the most Elite Rugby general public and to promote youth- RECREATION ROUNDUP dietary analysis and food pro- Doubles Championships Aug. 16-17 are League action, the event will feature per- related community and other civic mind- For information, log onto gram. Call Jay at 904-310- sponsored by Maharaj Tennis and Ciao formances from the JaxArrest.com ed activities. Contact President John www.fbfl.us. 3361 to schedule a free intro- Bistro. Jacksonville Axe Maidens, include a fea- Hartrich at 206-0817 or email OPEN ADULT VOLLEY- ductory appointment. Divisions include 6.0, 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, tured performance of the National [email protected] for information. BALL at Peck Gym Tuesdays MAHARAJ TENNIS at 8.5 mixed doubles. Each division is limit- Anthem, offer some awesome prizes in and Fridays from 7-9 p.m. Central Park Tennis Courts ed to 16 teams. the $1 Half-Time Raffle and a live per- $2/day city resident, $5 non- • August junior clinics’ Auxiliary meets Entry fee is $40 per team and formance of the world-renowned HAKA city. schedule: Through Aug. 28 includes tennis balls, Ciao Bistro gift from the New Zealand Blue Thunder. U.S. Coast Guard Auxili-ary, Amelia YOUTH VOLLEYBALL at (Monday-Thursday): Level 1 voucher and first-round loser consolation Island Flotilla 14-1, meets the first Peck Gym Tuesdays and (Monday/Wednesday from 3- There will also be a free official post- match. Each team is guaranteed two game party for all fans and supporters Thursday in the Amelia Island Light- Fridays from 3-5 p.m. for 3:45 p.m., ages 4-8) and matches. house Cottage, located on O’Hagan school and club teams. Level 2 (Monday/Wednesday who attended the event. Format is best two-of-three sets, no- Children 15 and under will be admit- Lane on Lighthouse Circle. Call 261- Players must have adult from 3:45-4:30 p.m., ages 6- ad scoring. Entries being accepted at the 1889 for information. coach or adult supervision. 10) - $48 city residents, $64 ted free and merchandise and conces- Parks and Recreation Office or by email sions will be sold at reasonable prices. Call at least 24 hours in non-city. Level 3 (Tuesday/ to [email protected]. advance: 310-3353. $2/day Thursday from 3:30-4:30 The Axemen are also looking for Sailing Club meets city resident, $5 non-city. p.m., ages 8-12) - $64 city interest from potential Jacksonville- The Amelia Island Sailing Club meets OPEN INDOOR SOCCER residents, $80 non-city. Level Golf camp at Omni based companies that would like to the first Tuesday at the Kraft Athletic at Peck Gym Wednesdays 4 (Tuesday/Thursday from Omni Amelia Island Plantation offers become the title/naming rights sponsor Club at Ten Acres. Social hour at 6:30 from 6-8 p.m., $2 city resi- 4:30-6 p.m., ages 9-14) - $96 a Junior Golf Academy for children ages for the event as well as a presenting p.m., meeting at 7:30 p.m. dents, $5 non-city. city residents, $120 non-city. 8-17, who will have the opportunity to level sponsor. Interested companies may Contact Commodore Roger Hender- OPEN BASKETBALL at Level 5 (Monday/Wednesday work with professional coaches to email [email protected]. son at (904) 624-2711 or commodore@ Peck Gym Monday, from 4:30-6 p.m., ages and up improve their golf skills. Last session is Visit www.jaxaxe.com/ national- ameliaislandsailing.org or visit www. Wednesday and Thursday - high school and USTA tour- Aug. 26-29. Cost is $200 per week, $75 championship. Stay up to date with the ameliaislandsailing.org for information. from 11 a.m.- 5:45 p.m. and nament players) - $96 city per individual day. USA Rugby League at www. USARL. com. Like the Axemen on Facebook at Tuesday and Friday from 11 residents, $120 non-city. Camp runs from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 Organized bike rides a.m.-2 p.m., based on court • Adult clinics (Monday- p.m. Campers will work on full swing and www.facebook.com/JaxAxemen. availability. Thurs-day and Saturday): short game with on-course playing and There are organized bicycle rides FALL ADULT SOFTBALL Beginner Clinic (2.0-2.5) - video analysis. Snacks will be provided. Pop Warner registration Thursdays starting at 9 a.m. and LEAGUES’ REGISTRATION Mondays from 8-9 a.m. Miniature putt championship challenge Saturdays starting at 8:30 a.m. All rides Fernandina Beach Pop Warner foot- start from Main Beach. Park near the through Aug. 18. Four Strokes Clinics - Wednes- on the final day. Hat and shirts are pro- ball and cheerleader registration is now leagues offered: Recreational days from 8-9 a.m. (2.5-3.0) vided for campers. Students may bring miniature golf course. open for the 2014 season. Register Cyclists of all abilities are welcome. co-ed (ASA rules; aluminum and 9-10:30 a.m. (3.0-3.5). their own clubs but clubs will be provid- online at www. leaguelineup.com. bat rule for men; games Intermediate Drills Clinics ed. Students walk the course; a light- Riders of A (18-21), B (14-17), C (up to Mondays); open co-ed (ASA (3.0-3.5) - Tuesdays from 8- weight carry bag is required. Students 14 mph) and S (social ride, speed of the rules; more competitive; 9:30 a.m.; Thursdays from 9- must bring their own golf balls for the Register for soccer slowest rider in the group) all participate. games on Tuesdays); men’s 10:30 a.m.; and Saturdays course; range balls will be provided for Register for the Amelia Island Youth The ride will be around 30 miles with rest (USSSA rules; games Thurs- from 9-10:30 a.m. Intermedi- practice. Soccer’s fall season at www.aiysoccer. stops along the way and loops back to days); and women’s (ASA ate/Advanced Drills Clinics Call the pro shop at 277-5907, email com or contact Lee Burchett at burchett the starting point at around 10 miles rules; games Thursdays). (3.5-4.0) - Thursdays from 6- [email protected] or visit [email protected]. Amelia Island Youth before continuing on the remaining 20 Team registration fee $325 7:30 p.m. Men’s Doubles OakMarshOceanLinks.com. Soccer has partnered with Soccer Made miles of the route. Anyone who joins the (includes a dozen softballs for Clinic (3.5-4.0) - Wednesdays In America and the Chicago Blast group will not be left behind. Lunch is regular season), due by Aug. from 6-7:30 p.m. Women’s Rugby championship Soccer Club. optional. 18 at Peck Gym (corner of Clinic (3.0-3.5) - Tuesdays There is also a regular ride Mondays Elm and South 11th streets). from 6:15-7:45 p.m. $10/per- The Jacksonville Axemen are have for experienced road cyclists starting at 9 Two-game refundable forfeit son/hour for 1-hour clinics and released tickets and packages for the Bassmasters meet a.m. at various locations on Amelia fees ($72 for recreational co- $15/person for 1 1/2 hours 2014 USA Rugby League national Nassau Bassmasters, associated Island and in Nassau County. The start- ed, open co-ed and men’s clinics. Pre-registration championship game. The game will be with the Florida Bass Federation, the ing points and distances for these rides leagues; $48 for women’s required (minimum of 3 per- held at the University of North Florida Bass Federation and the FLW, meets the will be announced. Helmets and a bicy- league) due by Sept. 5. Ask sons/clinic). Aug. 23 and early pre-sale tickets are $8 first Tuesday of every month at the Pig cle in good working condition are about new team discount and • Private lessons can be online. There are also ticket, T-shirt and Bar-B-Que restaurant in Callahan at 7 mandatory. individual players’ lists recruit- scheduled with Head Profes- hotel packages for two on offer. p.m. Membership into the club is open to Call 261-5160 or visit www. ameliais- ment discount. All leagues sional Vishnu Maharaj or an The visiting New Zealand Blue Thun- anyone 16 and older. landcycling.com, www.sports.groups. begin week of Sept. 8. Visit assistant professional. Fee is der take on the Presidents Barbarians in Call Bob Schlag at (912) 729-2282 in yahoo.com/ group/sriders or www. www.leaguelineup.com/ $60/hour with head profes- a curtain raiser prior to the main event. Kingsland, Aaron Bell at (904) 545-5092 nfbc.us for information. fbflsoftball or call/email Jason sional, $50/hour with assistant The Blue Thunder are the visiting Police in Callahan or Tim McCoy at 261-3735 in at 310-3353; [email protected]. professional. Customized clin- Rugby League team from New Zealand Fernandina Beach for information. Bowling leagues which will also play the USA Pioneers a FITNESS AREAS ics also available. A senior league bowling is offered at week prior (Aug. 16) in DeLand. • Weight Room/Cardio To register for junior or 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays at Nassau The Presidents Barbarians team will NSFA meetings Area at Peck Gym. Free adult clinics or for more infor- Bowling off US 17 in Yulee. The group consist of the Overseas Import Players The Nassau Sport Fishing weights, selectorized equip- mation, email michelema- also meets for Christian league at 6 p.m. from all teams across the USA Rugby Association holds its monthly business ment, Star Trac treadmills, [email protected] or call 548- Thursdays. Precor elliptical machines, 1472. Schedule and League who are not competing in the meetings on the second Wednesday at Schwinn bikes. Ages 13 and description of clinics available National Championship. It will allow Kraft Ten Acres, 961023 Buccaneer up (ages 13-15 with adult at the Atlantic Center or on those players from Australia, United Trail, Fernandina Beach. The social get- Boules Club supervision; ages 16-17 unsu- the City’s website: www.fbfl.us Kingdom, Papua New Guinea and other togethers are held on the fourth Wed- Amelia Island Boules Club holds pervised but with waiver Central Park tennis court nations a chance to compete on behalf nesday. Additional information, directions petanque pickup games Saturdays at signed by parent or guar- gate keys can be checked out of and say thanks to the USA and the and reservations are available on the 9:30 a.m., Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m. and dian). Open Monday, Wed- at the Atlantic Center with a teams who have hosted them for the NSFA website at www.nsfafish.net. Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. at the nesday and Thursday from 11 $5 deposit. Deposits are season. The Nassau Sport Fishing Fernandina Beach courts at the south a.m.-7 p.m., Tuesday and refundable if keys are The national championship game will Association, founded in 1983, is a 501c3 end of the downtown marina. Petanque Friday from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. returned within 1 year. Atlantic then see the Northern Conference nonprofit organization, created to devel- (pay-tonk) is a cousin of both horse- • Atlantic Fitness Room at Center hours: Monday-Friday champion face the Southern Conference op and promote saltwater fishing in the shoes and bocce, the Italian bowling the Atlantic Center. Precor from 8 a.m.-6:30 p.m., champion to see who is the best Rugby Nassau County area while adhering to game. The public is welcome to join. Call treadmills and elliptical Saturday from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. League team in the nation and be state, federal and local regulations, to 491-1190. machines, Star Trac bikes, AQUATICS Hammer Strength plate AQUA 1 and DEEP loaded fitness machines, and WATER AEROBICS at Magnum Fitness Biangular Atlantic Pool Series machines. Ages 13 Aqua 1 (shallow water) and up (ages 13-15 with adult classes are Monday-Friday supervision; ages 16-17 unsu- from 10-10:55 a.m. Deep pervised but with waiver Water classes (aqua fitness signed by parent or guardian). belts required) are Monday- Open Monday-Friday from 7 Friday from 11-11:55 a.m. a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday from 8 (Tuesday/Thursday class will a.m.-4 p.m. move back to 9-9:55 a.m. Daily/monthly fitness area Sept. 2). Monthly, 1 class/day: fees: City residents - $3/day; $50 city residents , $63 non- $25/month; $75/four months; city residents. Monthly, 2 $180/12 months. Non-city res- classes/day: $60 city resi- idents: $5/day; $31/month; dents, $75 non-city. $5/day for $94/four months; $225 12 one class city residents, $6 months. Daily fees and mem- non-city. $10/day for two berships are valid at both fit- classes city resident, $12 non- ness areas. city. PERSONAL FITNESS PRIVATE SWIMMING TRAINING available at LESSONS ages 2 - adults. Atlantic Fitness Room or Peck 30-minute single session: $20 Gym with Jay Robertson, city resident, $25 non-city. 4- ISSA Certified Personal pack: $60 city resident, $75 Fitness Trainer, Performance non-city. 8-pack: $100 city Nutritionist, and Specialist in resident, $125 non-city. Fitness for the Older Adult. Schedule lessons at the $30 per session, $75/week (3 Atlantic Center.

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YULEE HIGH SCHOOL Aug. 28 at Camden County 5:00 Varsity Football Sept. 18 at Yulee 6:00 Aug. 22 FIRST COAST (KO) 7:00 Sept. 25 at Menendez 6:00 Aug. 29 FERNANDINA 7:00 Oct. 2 BOLLES 6:00 Sept. 5 POTTER’S HOUSE 7:00 Oct. 8 at West Nassau 6:00 Sept. 19 at Forrest* 7:00 Oct. 16 at Hilliard 6:00 Sept. 26 WOLFSON* 7:00 Oct. 23 YULEE 6:00 Oct. 3 PAXON* (HC) 7:00 Oct. 10 at Ribault* 7:00 FERNANDINA BEACH HIGH Oct. 17 at Baker County* 7:00 SCHOOL Oct. 24 BISHOP KENNY* (SR) 7:00 Volleyball Oct. 30 at Stanton* 7:00 Aug. 23 Preseason at Bishop Kenny Nov. 7 at West Nassau 7:30 Aug. 26 BARTRAM TRAIL 5:30/6:30 *District Aug. 28 at West Nassau* 5:30/6:30 Sept. 3 FLEMING ISLAND 5:30/6:30 YULEE HIGH SCHOOL Sept. 4 BISHOP SNYDER 5:30/6:30 Junior Varsity Football Sept. 9 EPISCOPAL 5:30/6:30 Aug. 22 FIRST COAST (KO) 7:00 Sept. 12-13 at Orlando tourney Aug. 28 TRINITY CHRISTIAN 6:00 Sept. 16 at Ribault* 5:30/6:30 Sept. 4 WEST NASSAU 6:00 Sept. 18 at Fletcher 5:30/6:30 Sept. 11 at Wolfson 6:00 Sept. 23 YULEE* 5:30/6:30 Sept. 18 FERNANDINA 6:00 Sept. 25 at Orange Park 5:30/6:30 Oct. 2 at Camden (ninth gr.) 5:00 Sept. 30 JACKSON* 5:30/6:30 Oct. 9 BAKER COUNTY 6:00 Oct. 1 at Mandarin 5:30/6:30 Oct. 16 BISHOP KENNY 6:00 Oct. 3-4 at Bolles tourney Oct. 23 at Fernandina Beach 6:00 Oct. 7 BOLLES 5:30/6:30 Oct. 9 at Raines* 5:30/6:30 FERNANDINA BEACH HIGH Oct. 10-11 JV at Bishop Kenny tourney SCHOOL Oct. 14 CREEKSIDE 5:30/6:30 Varsity Football Oct. 16 at Ponte Vedra 5:30/6:30 Aug. 22 KO at Lee 7:00 Oct. 20-23 District 4-4A at WNHS Aug. 29 at Yulee 7:00 * District Sept. 5 at Nease 7:00 Sept. 12 HILLIARD 7:00 FERNANDINA BEACH HIGH Sept. 19 EPISCOPAL 7:00 SCHOOL Sept. 26 MENENDEZ 7:00 Cross Country Oct. 3 at Fort White* 7:30 Aug. 23 PRESEASON 8:00 Oct. 10 WEST NASSAU (HC) 7:00 Sept. 13 at Katie Caples Invite 5:45 Oct. 17 at Taylor County* 7:30 Sept. 20 at UF Mountain Dew Open Oct. 31 MADISON* 7:00 Sept. 27 at Alligator Lake Open 8:00 *District Oct. 4 at Mustang Invitational 7:30 Oct. 9 Nassau County 4:30 FERNANDINA BEACH HIGH Oct. 18 AMELIA INVITATIONAL 8:00 SCHOOL Oct. 22 District 3-2A Junior Varsity Football Nov. 6 Region 1-2 at Pensacola Aug. 22 KO at Lee 7:00 Nov. 15 State 2A at Tallahassee CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACK

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Lionfish were imported by the thou-

PHOTOS BY BRYAN BROOKS/FOR THE NEWS-LEADER sands for aquariums, then dumped into Kathy Russell comes back onboard, above right, after a hunt in the Atlantic Ocean Saturday for lionfish, above left the ocean after pet owners tired of them. with an angelfish and below. The 2nd Annual Northeast Florida Lionfish Rodeo was held to remove non-native lion- fish, which are a threat to native fish species.

might be encouraged to put LIONFISH them on their menus, letting Continued from 1A hunters and fish collectors shrimp, snapper, Nassau along the Atlantic coast be the grouper, even lobster and predators the lionfish don’t more. Compounding that, have here, and either wipe lionfish females can produce them out or at least keep their year round, as fast as every numbers in check so local four days. species can survive. How did they ever get This past Saturday here? Lad Atkins, the director Northeast Florida held its of projects for the Reef annual Lionfish Rodeo. Environmental Education Winners in different cate- Foundation – REEF – whose gories, such as the largest, the headquarters are in Key smallest and the most taken, Largo, says it’s the old story were rewarded with cash of: we did it ourselves. prizes. The cash came from a Because lionfish are so beauti- $35 entry fee for each ful, people with aquariums in diver/spear-fisherman who America wanted them, creat- participated in the event. ing a market. Americans were So Russell hasn’t gone off soon importing lionfish by the the deep end, she’s just trying thousands. to perform a service by keep- What do people do when ing lionfish out of our ocean they’re tired of their pets? and onto somebody’s fry pan. Some of them get turned Russell took her divers loose into the wild. Trying to aboard Captain Dan Lindley’s do the right thing, people put 46-foot dive boat, the their imported lionfish into Diamond Diver, out of the Atlantic Ocean. It’s hap- Mayport, one of the many pened before, Atkins says. An local dive operators, charter example he cites are the boats and others, including python snakes dumped by for- REEF and the Florida Wildlife mer owners into the Florida Commission, which spon- Everglades. sored this year’s event. But dumping lionfish into Russell’s band of ocean the Atlantic Ocean came with lovers cautiously armed them- a hefty price tag. With no selves, jumped into the predators or parasites to snuff Atlantic Ocean and went to them out, they reproduced work. Though new to hunting, with a vengeance. the divers helped with the Since the first sighting of a combined total of almost 200 single lionfish off Dania lionfish taken aboard Beach in 1985, the lionfish Lindley’s boat. Last year have taken over vast sections Lindley himself was the win- of reefs and wrecks from Cape ner in the category of most Hatteras, N.C., south along lionfish taken, 69. the Atlantic coast into the One of Russell’s divers Caribbean, the Gulf of Mexico Lyla Pirkola, a student at to Central and South America. Florida State University, What can be done? Part of played spotter for her the answer, Atkins said, is boyfriend who may have holding lionfish derbies – taken one of this year’s small- here they are called rodeos – est lionfish, one of the cash all over the state to keep their prize categories. numbers down. But Atkins Russell only hopes her wants to exploit the lionfish’s friends won’t be too upset that one weakness – they taste she turns once-a-year assas- good. The market, part of the sin, helping to protect the original problem, might be beautiful marine environment part of a stopgap answer. off the shores of Amelia Atkins hopes restaurants Island.

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 15, 2014 B NEWS-LEADER / FERNANDINA BEACH, FLORIDA Storytellers vie for champion in library fundraiser

ou’ll giggle, laugh and maybe even son, who’s seen them in other places. “The cry when six area storytellers com- idea quickly took off and we’re now thinking it pete for the coveted title, Island could grow into an annual event,” Torre said. YY Tales Story Champion, Sept. 19 at St. The program will follow a ticketed reception Peter’s Episcopal Church in downtown at 5:30 p.m. with island-themed delights from Fernandina Beach. Lulu’s, a generous wine pour by Wines by The stakes are high. Audience members at Steve and a cash bar. The storytellers take to the Friends of the Library (FOL) fundraiser the stage at 7 p.m. to entertain you and earn will vote with cash for their favorite stories. your cash votes. Tickets for votes will be on Proceeds will help purchase furniture and Kurtz Rae Filkoff McCarthy Neile Thomas sale the night of the event. equipment for the bigger, better Fernandina Advance tickets for the reception and Slam Beach Library that will open next year. at $50 each are for sale at the Fernandina Competing for championship bragging onomatopoeia sound effects. about storytelling throughout the U.S. and Beach Library, 25 N. Fourth St.; Amelia Island rights are: Arlene Filkoff, educator, actress and Caren S. Neile, Ph.D., MFA, who teaches abroad, including as a Fulbright Senior Museum of History, 233 S. Third St.; and former Fernandina Beach mayor; author and storytelling studies at Florida Atlantic Univer- Specialist in Jerusalem and Vienna. online at fernandinaFOL.org (click on “what’s multi-talented theater pro, Ron Kurtz; Amelia sity, is helping organize the event and will “We’re delighted to have such great partici- new,” “events,” then “Donate Now”). River Cruises captain and yarn-spinner-in-chief, serve as master of ceremonies thanks to a pation and impressive talent in this first-ever Co-sponsors are the Amelia Island Museum Kevin McCarthy; Abel Rae, a farm and animal grant from the Florida Humanities Council event,” says Dee Torre, FOL campaign chair. of History and the Florida Humanities Council. lover with storytelling deep in her genes; and with funds from the Florida Department of “Stories and libraries are such a natural fit.” A limited number of free tickets for the pro- Yvette Thomas, founder of the North Side State, Division on Cultural Affairs. The Slam was suggested as a fundraiser for gram only (doors open at 6:45 p.m.) are avail- Storytellers League who peppers her tales with Neile has performed, lectured and written the library by FOL supporter Jennifer Harri- able at the library. All aboard to ride rare iron horse

ST. MARYS, Ga. – On Oct. Gantz said. “We owe it to our 4, 5, 11 and 12, the 1930 sad- children to show them how dle team steamer Lehigh their ancestors traveled on Valley #126 will take passen- the rails.” gers through the scenic Gantz said that at the rate woodlands and marshlands of steam engines are disappear- St. Marys with as many as ing from service, this might four rides each day. be the only chance for the The historic iron horse will younger generation to experi- be the only operating steam ence such a historic time in locomotive on an actual work- American transportation. ing shortline in the entire The Oct. 4 excursions state of Georgia. This coincide with two other major unprecedented event for St. Marys events: the Annual Southeast Georgia is already Rock Shrimp Festival and drawing rail fans from across Railroad Days. the entire nation. The festival is an all-day According to longtime rail- family-friendly event that road historian John Gantz, “If begins with a parade just a you’ve never smelled the block from the railroad sta- sweet smell of the firebox, felt tion at 10 a.m. Railroad Days the heat and dampness of the is hosted by St. Marys SUBMITTED steam or heard that lonesome Railroad and will feature inter- Rail fans from around the southeast are expected to descend on St. Marys, Ga., in early October to ride the St. steam whistle, you’re in for Marys Steam Express. the experience of a lifetime,” IRON Continued on 4B ‘Laramie Project’ Music lineup set for Tailgate Cook-off

The 2014 Great Southern Tailgate sional and backyard (amateur) coming to playhouse Cook-off is set for Aug. 22-23 at Main teams. Beach Park in Fernandina Beach. Several of the professional teams are Amelia Musical Playhouse presents the award-winning The two-day cook-off features tasty traveling to Amelia Island from across Off Broadway play “The Laramie Project” Sept. 4-6 at 7:30 barbecue from some of the top competi- the country. Each team will prepare a p.m. The theater is located at 1955 Island Walkway, off tors in the country, served with live variety of barbecue entrees, including Eighth Street.Tickets are $15 and available at the theater, at musical entertainment from five exciting chicken, ribs, pork, brisket and more, as www.ameliamusicalplayhouse.com or call the box office at bands and performers. they compete for more than $12,000 in 277-3455. At 3:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 22, The prize money and trophies. The play, directed by Jeff Goldberg, tells an emotional Dirt Floor Krackers will start things off, Visitors will have the opportunity to story based on the real-life murder in 1998 of Mathew followed by the South Carolina-based purchase food and drink from various Shepard, the victim of this hate crime because he was gay. band known as “The Party Band of the vendors throughout the day. Attendees at The play is based upon real life interviews with members of South,” the Swingin’ Medallions. On SUBMITTED can also enjoy the VIP Pig Pub with The Great Southern Tailgate Cook- the community who knew Mathew when he attended college Saturday, Aug. 23, the live music begins shaded tables and bar seating, fans, cold off will feature tasty barbecue in the town. Townspeople are played by a cast of 22 local at 10:45 a.m. with Rock-it Fly; local beverages and a great view of the stage. served with live musical entertain- actors in short scenes that reflect the impact that Mathew favorite the Beech Street Blues Band and There is a $5 per day cover charge and ment. had upon the town when he was alive and the effect his Face for Radio. guests must be 21 years of age or older death had on both the local and the world community. The Great Southern Tailgate Cook-off to enter the VIP Pig Pub. This play contains adult themes and language; under 18 is held at Main Beach starting at 3 p.m. Admission to the event is $5 and the For more information visit www.gstail- with parent or guardian only on Friday and 10 a.m. on Saturday. cook-off will feature more than 50 profes- gatecookoff.com. OFF&ONTHE ISLAND ‘BINGO, THE WINNING MUSICAL’ CIVIL WAR SURGERY FIBER ART & YOGA Tickets are on sale at Amelia Community Join the Amelia Island Museum of History for Billie McCray, fiber artist, and April Moseley, Theatre for “Bingo, the Winning Musical.” A its next 3rd on 3rd Street Presentation tonight at yoga instructor, Florida hurricane won’t stop best girlfriends from 6 p.m. Special invite you to join playing bingo guest Lee Bledsoe them for an in this ener- will discuss the evening of Yoga & getic, upbeat grisly business of Art, relaxing musical come- Civil War surgery through medita- dy. The audi- and explore the tion and medium ence gets to state of medicine (fiber art) on Aug. join in the fun during the bloodi- 22 from 5-8 p.m. with bingo est conflict in at the Peck games and American history. Center, 516 South prizes too. Performances are at 8 p.m. on tonight This program is 10th St., and Aug. 16, Aug. 21-23 and 27-30 and at 2 p.m. on free for members, Fernandina Aug. 24 at 207 Cedar St. with a suggested donation of $5 for non-mem- Beach. Admission Adult tickets are $20 and student tickets bers. Seating is first-come, first-served. For infor- is free, but please through high school are $10; purchase at amelia- mation contact Gray at 261-7378, ext. 102, or bring a canned good for the food bank at the communitytheatre.org or call 261-6749. [email protected]. Barnabas Center.

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cold water on the notion but to examine the raw facts, the OUT AND ABOUT vexillology, the art and sci- ence of the region’s banners MUSIC NOTES posted over the island over the years. He’ll explore the Starry Nights Florida House SPECIAL EVENTS Anniversary of the Civil Rights legitimacy, the sovereignty of Act of 1964 with a special the original inhabitants, the The Just Jazz Quartet will be the guest Florida House Inn, 22 S. Third St., hosts Amelia River Cruises reading list and programs explorers and settlers who performer at the Aug. 16 Starry Nights event “Open Mike Night” each Thursday from 7:30- Charters and Amelia throughout 2014. Call (904) waved an array of colors and at the waterfront park in downtown St. 10:30 p.m. in the Mermaid Bar hosted by Community Theatre will 630-BOOK (2665) or visit jax- the evasive nature of history, Marys, Ga., from 6-8 p.m. This family event local musician Terry Smith. Musicians per- offer five “Bingo” cruises in publiclibrary.org. while poking at a bit of histori- is free of charge. Music in the Park is sched- form and the audience gets to hear new tal- celebration of ACT’s • • • cal revisionism along the way. uled for Aug. 9 from 6-8 p.m. in the park. For ent. Appropriate for the whole family. No upcoming production of Books Plus on South This program is free and open information on either event call (912) 882- cover charge. Call Smith at (904) 412-7665. “Bingo! The Winning Eighth Street will hold its to the public. Contact Gray at 4000. Musical,” on Wednesdays next Authors In the Round 261-7378, ext. 102, or Green Turtle from 5-6 p.m., through Aug. on Aug. 16 from 4-6 p.m. [email protected]. Blues Festival The Green Turtle, 14 S. Third St., pres- 27. with a free wine tasting and • • • The fourth annual Amelia Island Blues ents Vinyl Record Night every Tuesday During the 1-hour cruise, the following authors: Jane The first-ever Amelia Festival will return back to the ocean breezes from 7-11 p.m. Listen to LPs played on high- look for sights often seen, get Marie Malcolm, The Goodbye Con will be held at the of Main Beach Sept. 12-13. Friday night will end turntables, talk about the medium and a sneak preview of some lines Lie and Velvet Undertow; T.L. Atlantic Avenue Recreation feature the Fernandina Beach High School purchase albums. Disc jockeys JG World and maybe even some char- Williams, Cooper’s Revenge Center and the Woman’s “Blues in School Band” under the direction of and Jim play an eclectic mix from their per- acters from the play and mix and Unit 400: The Assassins; Club on Sept. 5-7. This event Johnny Robinson and Roger “Hurricane” sonal collection of thousands of records. Call and mingle with the cast/crew. Annette Myers, The Shrinking is Amelia Island’s anime, Wilson, followed by The Mojo Roots. On 321-2324. BYOB and bring your lucky Sands of an African American comic book, animation, video Saturday, the festival will continue with per- charm. Beach and The Big Sand game, fantasy, sci-fi, and pop formances from a variety of artists, including Hammerhead ACT’s “Bingo” cast mem- Dune; Bruce Thomason, Body culture convention. The day of headliners Curtis Salgado, John Primer, Hammerhead Beach Bar, 2045 S. bers will keep track of the Toll and The Six O’clock Rule; fun features celebrity and Samantha Fish, Bernard Allison, Ben Fletcher Ave. Live music. Visit Hammerhead sights eligible to be crossed D. Malone McMillan, Ezekiel; comic book guests, cosplay- Prestage and more. For a full line-up of on Facebook. Contact Bill Childers at off the bingo cards. The first Ben Walker, Winds of the ers, artists, writers, Q&A’s, entertainment and to purchase tickets, visit [email protected]. and second passengers to South and An Island In The films, exhibits and more. www.ameliaislandbluesfest.com or call (404) correctly call bingo will receive South; Nadine Vaughan Tickets start at $10. For more 784-7687. Instant Groove two tickets each to see the Williams, Firecat and Train information or to purchase The Instant Groove, featuring Lawrence show that runs through Aug. Town Amelia; Mary tickets visit Country jam Holmes, Johnny Robinson, Scott Giddons 31. Visit www.ameliariver- Greenwood, How To Interview www.ameliacon.com. Backwoods Country Jam will be held and Sam Hamilton, plays each Thursday cruises.com or 261-9972. Like A Pro, How To Negotiate • • • Sept. 27 at the Callahan Speedway, head- night at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island. Tickets are $25 each. Like A Pro and How To The Amelia Island lined by Justin Moore, ACM 2014 New Dress is casual. For information call Holmes • • • Mediate Like A Pro; Stacey Charity Group will host a Country Artist of the Year, with Jason Michael at 556-6772. Cars, Conversation and Hamm, JD’S Baseball Game; Navy Seal Foundation Carroll, Jon Langston, Amber DeLaCruz and Coffee welcomes Amelia Bill Reynolds, the Jetty Man Patriot’s Day Ladies more. Pablos hot cars on Aug. 16 from 9 series; and Maggie Carter-de Fashion Show Luncheon on Backwoods Country Jam and its team Pablos, 12 N. Second St., Fernandina a.m. to noon at Starbucks Vries, with her new sequel to Sept. 11. Lunch is at 11:30 members will help nonprofits in North Florida Beach, hosts a jazz jam from 7-10 p.m. the on Sadler Road. Amelia’s Secrets: Amelia a.m. at the Fernandina Beach and South Georgia fundraise through ticket first Wednesday of each month. Musicians It’s 90 degrees so bring out Island’s Golden Years, Silver Golf Club, 2800 Bill Melton sales and involvement in the event. may sit in for one song or the whole night. the hottest of you hot autos or Tears. For information call Road. Fashions will be shown Gates open at 3:30 p.m. Moore takes the Join the mailing list by emailing beechfly- the one with especially good Books Plus at 261-0303. from Lori & Lulu’s. State Rep. stage at 9:30 p.m. The will be food, mer- [email protected]. A/C in the dash to enjoy with • • • Janet Adkins will be the chandise and drinks. Tickets are $40 at face- fellow car friends. Learn of The Amelia Island keynote speaker. book.com/backwoodscountryjam, Gone Palace Saloon upcoming events, including Genealogical Society will Tickets are a $25 donation Gorgeous (Yulee) and Tasty’s (Fernandina), The Palace Saloon, 117 Centre St., pres- the release of the new Alfa meet at 7 p.m. Aug. 19 at and all proceeds will benefit at ticketmaster.com or call (904) 451-8072. ents live music. Call 491-8999. Join them on Romeo 4C coupe and spider the Community Room of the Navy Seal Foundation. Email [email protected]. Facebook or visit www.thepalacesaloon.com. to celebrate Alfa’s return to the Fernandina Beach Online registration is available the U.S.A., in nearby Orange Police Department, 1525 at: www.ameliaislandnavy- Dulcimer group Salty Pelican Park, and vintage car racing Lime St. sealfoundation.org/events or The Yulee Dulcimers meet the second The Salty Pelican Bar & Grill, 12 N. Front at Daytona and Tybee Island, Guest speaker Peter mail a check payable to the Saturday of each month at New Vision St., live music Thursday through Sunday. Ga. Come out, cruise by, have Mullen will present “Memoirs Navy Seal Foundation to P.O. Congregational Church, 96072 Chester Call 277-3811, or visit The Salty Pelican Bar a coffee or an iced drink. from the Bluegrass – How I Box 15698, Fernandina Road, Yulee. Members play all types of dul- and Grill on Facebook. Public always welcome. Became a Confederate Beach, FL 32034. Contact cimer music from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. • • • Soldier,” a dialogue in living Carol Carter with any ques- Please bring several copies of your favorite Sandy Bottoms The Dunes & Tunes Arts history format reflecting 19th tions at 261-9193. Deadline is music to share. Beginners welcome. For Sandy Bottoms at Main Beach, 2910 and Music Festival and century attire, language and Aug. 31. more information call 849-1616. Atlantic Ave., the Macy’s from 6-9 p.m. live amateur sand sculpting correctness. inside Wednesdays; and line dancing class- competition will be held on The story of R.M. Heater THEATER Community band es with Kathy Ball inside from 6-9 p.m. Aug. 16 at Main Beach. Join from Kentucky is based on The Nassau Community Band is an Thursdays. Visit www.sandybottomsamelia. the city Parks and Recreation Heater’s own memoir, How I Rendezvous Festival, ensemble of amateur musicians, retired and com. Department and the Sand Became a Confederate formerly the Amelia Island current music educators, even folks that Lovers sculpting team in a Soldier. As a civilian, Heater Film Festival, is accepting have not played since high school or college. Seabreeze competition, held in conjunc- was arrested for treason and film submissions for its It welcomes all interested persons to join Seabreeze Sports Bar, in the Days Inn on tion with the art and music offered freedom if he joined debut International Film and them for rehearsals at 6 p.m. Thursdays at Sadler Road, live music. festival. Registration opens at the Union Army, but he Music Festival on June 5- the Yulee Middle School band room, 85439 11 a.m. and the competition escaped from the Union Army 13, 2015 on Amelia Island Miner Road. Email info@nassaucommunity- Sheffield’s runs from noon to 3 p.m. Fee prison, evaded Union patrols and American Beach. band.com, call band President Chuck Sheffield’s at The Palace, 117 Centre St., is $10 solo 12 and under, $15 and eventually made his way Submissions accepted in the Belinski at 277-1257 or search “Nassau presents late night dance mixes on Fridays solo 13 and up and $30 per to Tennessee where he joined following categories: U.S Community Band” on Facebook. with DJ Refresh and Saturdays with DJ 007, team. For information contact the Confederate Army. Public Shorts, U.S Features, U.S and Ladies Night with Gary Ross from 6-10 Jay at 310-3361 or jrobert- welcome. Documentaries, International Music cruises p.m. Wednesdays. Starting July 24, [email protected]. • • • Shorts, International Features, Amelia River Cruises’ Adult “BYOB” Sheffield’s will host a weekly country night on • • • The Eight Flags Chapter Animation Shorts and New Twilight Tours are held Friday and Thursdays with a dance floor and country Marsha Dean Phelts, of the American Business Category Music Videos. For Saturday. Tickets are $29 per person at 1 music DJ. Call 491-8999. Join them on author of An American Women’s Association rules, regulations, submission North Front St., Fernandina Beach, or call Facebook or visit www.thepalacesaloon.com. Beach for African (ABWA) will hold its next dates and fees visit www.ren- 261-9972 or book online at www.ameliariver- Americans and The dinner meeting on Aug. 21 dezvousfestival.com. cruises.com. Sliders American Beach from 6-8 p.m. at the • • • Sliders Seaside Grill, 1998 S. Fletcher Cookbook, will discuss Fernandina Beach Golf Amelia Community Caseys Bar Ave., live music in the tiki bar 6-10 p.m. her books and memories of Course. Vonda Jordan, con- Theatre will hold auditions Caseys Bar, 852426 US 17, Yulee. Call nightly and 1-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, the Civil Rights Movement sultant, BCBS, will be the for “Always a Bridesmaid” 225-2000. reggae Wednesdays with Pili Pili; The at Jacksonville’s Main Library, guest speaker. To RSVP, or at 4 p.m. on Aug. 17 at 207 Macy’s in the lounge Friday and Saturdays 303 Laura St., on Aug. 16. for more information on Cedar St. Six women are The Courtyard 6-10 p.m.; shag dancing Sundays from 4-7 Phelts is a contributor to the becoming a member, log needed for this comedy by the The Courtyard Pub & Eats, 316 Centre p.m.; music nightly 9 p.m.-1 a.m. in the Florida Star newspaper and onto www.facebook.com/ playwrights who brought us St., John Springer on the piano Thursday- Breakers Lounge. Call 277-6652. Visit spent many years as a librari- 8flagsabwa. “The Dixie Swim Club.” Saturday from 6:30-10 p.m. Call 432-7086. www.slidersseaside.com. Join Sliders on an in the Genealogy • • • Performances are in October Join them on Facebook at courtyardpuban- Facebook and Twitter. Department of the The Amelia Island on ACT’s main stage, and the deats for information on special events Jacksonville Public Library. Museum of History invites show is directed by Linda including appearances by “The Usual The Surf The event is free and open to you to its next Brown Bag McClane. For complete char- Suspects” with Pam and Davis Turner on The Surf Restaurant & Bar, 3199 S. the public. Lunch on Sept. 3 at noon. acter descriptions, visit ameli- Sunday afternoons. You never know who Fletcher Ave., presents karaoke on the deck, The library and the Tom Raymond will present acommunitytheatre.org. Call may show up and join in the fun. Mondays at 7 p.m. and live music on the Jacksonville Human Rights The Eight Flags of Amelia 261-6749 for more informa- deck from 6-10 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. Call Commission have partnered Island – Probably Not the tion or to check out a script. David’s 261-5711 or email lisa@lickwidmarketing. to commemorate the 50th Eight You Think, not to pour • • • David’s Restaurant and Lounge, 802 Ash com. Join them on Facebook and check out Amelia Community St., presents Aaron Bing Friday and the entertainment calendar at www.thesur- Theatre will hold auditions Saturday nights. Call 904-310-6049. fonline.com. for its teen troupe, ACTeen, at 2:30 p.m. on Aug. 17 at Emerald Goat Submit items and updates for this calen- 209 Cedar St. The Emerald Goat, 96106 Lofton Square, dar to Assistant Editor Siân Perry at The troupe is for ages 13 Yulee. Email [email protected]. [email protected]. through 18 and rehearses on Sunday afternoons. Those planning to audition should by Linzy Marie Lauren • • • 1927 film projector. prepare a one- to two-minute Kennedy, the variety show St. Marys Little Theatre Tickets are $7.50 each. monologue. For more infor- features an entertaining, nos- presents “Little Shop of Visit www.floridatheatre.com mation, email troupe advisor talgic blend of comedy sketch- Horrors” on Sept. 12, 13, 19 or call (904) 355-ARTS. Toni D’Amico at tonidami- es and songs from the 60’s and 20 at 7 p.m. and Sept. [email protected] or call 261- that will light up the end of 21 at 2 p.m. at Theatre by the MUSEUM 6749. summer. This show will bridge Trax in St. Marys, Ga. Visit • • • the generation gap while pro- www.stmaryslittletheatre.com Join the Amelia Island Amelia Community viding a wistful walk down or call (912) 729-1103 for tick- Museum of History Theatre’s next Musical memory lane featuring go-go ets and information. Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. to Master Class is Aug. 18 at 7 dancers and soloists and • • • tour four of the town’s most p.m. at 209 Cedar St. backup singers singing some Amelia Community popular, notorious or other- Instructor Kristin Sakamoto of the favorite songs of that Theatre announces that wise historic pubs. One tick- will lead a Musical Master era. tickets are now on sale for et gets you one drink at each Class Meltdown. Everyone The theater is located at “Hair, the American Tribal establishment and an earful of participates, everyone sings 1955 Island Walkway off Love Rock Musical.” tales. Tickets are $25 (must and everyone learns together. South Eighth Street in Performances are Sept. 19 at be 21, must show ID); tour Topics will include: warm-ups, Fernandina Beach. Tickets 8 p.m.; Sept. 20 at 2 p.m. and begins at the train depot breathing techniques, the are $15 and available at the 8 p.m.; and Sept. 21 at 2 p.m. downtown. Reservations basics of singing, vocal range theater, at www.ameliamusi- on the main stage at 207 required. Contact Thea at and voice types, singing solo calplayhouse.com, or call the Cedar St. All tickets are $25 261-7378, ext.105 or vs. singing in an ensemble, box office at 277-3455. and may be purchased at [email protected]. and how to find your way • • • ameliacommunitytheatre.org • • • through a piece of music even Fernandina Little Theatre or by calling 261-6749. This Guests on this tour will if you don’t read music. presents “Dearly Departed,” landmark musical premiered learn Amelia Island ghost This class is informal, fast- a hilarious comedy about a on Broadway in 1968. The stories as they tiptoe paced and fun and is open to dysfunctional southern show contains adult language through dark streets and ages 16 and up only. There is family, opening Aug. 30 at and situations and is rated R. walk in the footsteps of a no advance registration or FLT, 1014 Beech St. For more information, call bygone era as the past fee; a $5 donation is recom- Performances of this long-run- 261-6749 or email acthe- comes alive through the Fill in the squares so mended. No singing experi- ning FLT hit are Aug. 30 and [email protected]. skillful storytelling of your that each row, column ence is necessary. If you can Sept. 2, 4, 5 and 6 at 7:30 • • • guide. This tour begins at 6 fog a mirror, you can join in p.m. and Aug. 31 at 4:30 p.m. The Regions Bank p.m. every Friday like clock- and 3-by-3 box the Meltdown. For information Tickets are $16.50 for all per- Summer Movie Classics work and lasts approximately contain the numbers call 261-6749 or email acthe- formances except Sept. 2 – Series returns to the Florida one hour. Meet your guide in 1 through 9. Solution [email protected]. tickets are $14. Tickets may Theatre in downtown the cemetery behind St. • • • be purchased in advance at Jacksonville every Sunday Peter’s Episcopal Church, will appear in the Amelia Musical The UPS Store in the island at 2 p.m. until Aug. 31. Aug. 801 Atlantic Ave. Tickets may Wednesday Playhouse, the newest the- Publix shopping center. FLT is 17 will feature “Viva Las be purchased at the Amelia ater in Fernandina Beach, is an intimate performance Vegas,” 50th anniversary edi- Island Museum of History for B-section. presenting Laugh In Revue, space and patrons are tion. Not only are the classic $10/adults and $5/students. a musically comic “blast encouraged to purchase tick- movies shown in a historic Contact Thea at 261-7378, Wednesday, August 13 from the past” on Aug. 29 ets in advance. Visit ameli- venue, but the movies are ext. 105 or Thea@ameliamu- Solution and 30 at 7:30 p.m. Directed aflt.org. actual 35mm film shown on a seum.org for information.

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Closed doors RELIGION NOTES BIBLE STUDY CLASSES Supplies needed Christ. Worship is held each Sunday at 10 and being at peace a.m. at 96072 Chester Road in Yulee. Visit Amelia Island The Salvation Army Hope House is work- www.NewVisionCongregationalChurch.org, Community Bible Study He straightened his leg and den to go ing to replenish its emergency food supply. find them on Facebook or contact Moore at classes are now taking reg- pressed the pedal to the floor. into Asia They need: 1) Canned or dried fruits & jellies 238-1822. istration for the 2014-15 Nothing. My brother was because of 2) Pasta sauce, canned dinners & stews 3) year that will begin the about to crash and he knew it. something Breakfast bars, oatmeal, grits 4) Starches – Tuesday worship week of Sept. 8. So what The van’s brakes had totally else God had macaroni & cheese, instant mashed potatoes, The prophet Amos said a famine would exactly is Community Bible given out. Thankfully, he was- in mind, rice, noodles – ramen, spaghetti, egg & come one day, but that it would not be of food, Study and who is it for? n’t going that fast. Though learning to elbows, stuffing mix, boxed “helper” meals 5) but rather the Word of God. Join the CBS is made up of groups normally speaking, having the not be frus- Canned meats – tuna, chicken, Vienna Salvation Army Hope House on Aug. 19 at of men or women seeking remote controlled chain link trated when sausage, spam, beanie-weenies 6) Canned noon to praise God for the freedom we have to find out what the Bible gate not open when he pushed doors are vegetables – corn, beans, peas & mixed veg- in the U.S.A. and continue reading and dis- teaches. This year they will the button would have been an PULPIT closed is an etables 7) Dried beans & peas 8) Soups – cussing His eternal and precious Word, con- be diving into the books of aggravation, this time it was a NOTES essential ready to eat & condensed 9) Powdered laun- tinuing on through the Gospel of John. For 1&2 Thessalonians, blessing in disguise. Fortuna- quality we all dry detergent, dishwashing liquid & blankets. more information, call 321-0435 or stop by the Philemon, 1,2,&3 John, tely, the owner of the gate should seek. Please bring your donations to 410 S. Ninth Hope House, located at 410 S. Ninth St. Jude, James, and Job. agreed. Pastor (Numbers St., at the corner of Ninth and Date streets, or Each member will Years ago my two brothers Rob Goyette 22:21-35, call 321-0435 for directions. Men’s conference receive study guides with lived in downtown Jackson- Acts 16:6-10) Men throughout North Florida are invited homework to be completed ville. My older brother Rick The good news is this. Jesus day to attend an all-day conference sponsored by each week by class day. moved there to help my Though closed doors may Trinity United Methodist Church will host the Diocese of St. Augustine’s Center for The lesson will then be younger brother Scott as he keep us from moving when the Annual Celebration of Jesus Christ at 11 Family Life, on Aug. 23 from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 reviewed in small groups finished up some schooling. and where we want, they a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 16 at the church, 715 p.m., at the Wyndham Riverwalk in called Core Groups, then a Because Scott has some physi- never stop God. He’s always Ash St. in Fernandina Beach. Everyone is Jacksonville. teaching summary is given. cal challenges, Rick’s job was able to meet us where we are. invited to participate in fellowship and food. Speakers include prominent Catholic per- The Core Groups are non- to drive the van and help pre- A great example of that is in Trinity will serve free hot dogs, hamburgers, sonalities: Father Larry Richards, founder threatening, where no one pare meals. The day they were John’s gospel chapter 20, vers- chicken, drinks and much more to all who and president of The Reason for our Hope is called upon to answer or leaving the gated parking lot, es 19 through 23. With the join them for this event honoring Jesus Foundation; Jesuit Father Mitch Pacwa, TV pray. Speaking out is totally and the gate wouldn’t open, is doors locked, and the disciples Christ. and radio host on Eternal Word Television up to the individual. Within a day that neither one of them huddled in fear, Jesus decided Network (EWTN) and founder of Ignatius the Core Groups, deep, will soon forget. Afterwards, to enter the room anyway. I Free concert Productions; Doug Barry, founder of RADIX, authentic relationships when considering what might love that about the Lord. He’s The community is invited to a free whose mission is to encourage and inspire develop and applying God’s have happened if the gate had never limited by the stuff that “Concert with a Cause” Aug. 17 at 7 p.m. in people to recognize our God-given gifts, and Word to our lives takes on opened and they had been on limits us. In the case of the dis- the Sanctuary at Memorial United Methodist Bishop Felipe J. Estevez of the Diocese of St. meaning. It is a safe place the highway when the brakes ciples, Jesus saw their closed Church, 601 Centre St. The musician for the Augustine will start off the day celebrating to ask questions. failed, they agreed – things door as an opportunity to cast evening will be Matt Walley, a tenor trombon- Mass. So who is CBS for? If could have ended a lot worse. His vision for their future. It, ist originally from Pascagoula, Miss. He is The conference is open to all men of high you have been wondering Their story brings these by the way, was a far better currently pursuing a Doctor of Musical Arts school age and older. In addition to Mass, what all this Bible talk is thoughts to mind. Gates and vision than the one they cur- degree in Trombone Performance as a confession will be offered throughout the day. about, or if you want some- doors that refuse to open are rently found themselves Doctoral Fellow at Rutgers University and is a Cost includes lunch and is $50. For informa- thing more meaningful and not always a bad thing. embracing. celebrated performer. A love offering will be tion call Deacon Larry Geinosky, (904) 551- powerful in your life, or you Sometimes, life’s closed doors In the end, here’s how I see taken at the concert with all proceeds going 2619. just feel something is miss- are God’s protection keeping it. If I’ve surrendered my life to the Barnabas Center. Childcare will be ing, or if you are looking for us from things we’ve not yet to the Lord, and the door I’ve available for infant-Pre-K. For information, call Special speaker close knit friendships that understood. I can’t tell you been pushing on refuses to the church office at 261-5769. Living Waters World Outreach Center is are not superficial or judg- how many times I’ve been open, there’s a good chance pleased to host Bruce Assaf of Blow the mental but deep and caring, frustrated by it, nonetheless God’s trying to show me UU summer services Trumpet International on Sunday, Aug. 24 at CBS may be the place for it’s true. Closed doors are something I’ve not yet consid- This Sunday, Aug. 17, the Rev. Harry 9:30 a.m. Bruce is from a Middle East back- you. They welcome all, often our friend and not our ered. Like my two brothers, Green will lead the service of the local ground with years of missionary endeavors in from those never having enemy. Having crashed into a who later thanked God for Unitarian Universalist congregation. His mes- former communist and war-torn countries. studied the Bible to the few of them myself, looking keeping the gate closed, sage will be: “How Come the Road Never God has given Bruce a battery of experi- most seasoned believers. back, and realizing now what I whether life’s doors open or Ends?” ences, giving him wonderful insight into cur- CBS is a nondenomina- didn’t see then, I’m grateful stay shut, for me, I’ve learned Sunday, Aug. 24, will feature a discussion rent world events, all relevant to God’s Word tional international min- that God kept them closed. to trust Him and be at peace of the book Living Deeply: The Art and and the perilous time in which we are living. istry with Amelia Baptist Without question, when we’ve realizing He knows best. Science of Transformation in Everyday Life. Bruce brings both clarity and focus to radical Church graciously hosting committed our lives into the “Then the same day at These presentations take place on site in Islam and what it means in light of end-time the Amelia Island classes. Lord’s hands, closed doors are evening, being the first day of Fernandina in the usual location at the Island Bible prophecy ... connecting the dots. He has To learn more about the just as important as opened the week, when the doors Art Association, 18 N. Second St., at 10:45 written five books, including Behind the Veil ministry, please view a ones. Unfortunately, when we were shut where the disciples a.m. All are welcome. For more information of Islam. short video at www.commu- are facing one, we don’t always were assembled for fear of the email [email protected]. Living Waters World Outreach Center is nitybiblestudy.org/aboutus. see it that way. Jews, came Jesus and stood in located at the corner of A1A and Brady Point Adult classes: From Balaam beating his the midst, and said unto them, Homecoming Road, just west of the Shave Bridge. Call the • Men’s Evening – donkey because he wouldn’t Peace be unto you.” (John Prince Chapel A.M.E. Church, Hendricks church office at 904-321-2117 for more infor- meeting on Monday nights let him move forward when he 20:19) Road in Nassauville, invites you and your mation. from 7-8:30 p.m. wanted to (little did he know Robert L. Goyette is pastor of church family to attend its annual Norm Purdue, 206-0588, how the donkey was protect- Living Waters World Outreach Homecoming Service Celebration at 4 p.m. RCIA – is it for you? [email protected] ing him from serious danger), Center. on Sunday, Aug. 17. All are welcome. The Rev. If you are interested in becoming Catholic • Women’s Evening – to the apostles being forbid- [email protected] Godfrey Taylor, pastor, Bro. Charles L. or are a Catholic who would like to receive meeting on Monday nights Albert, Pro Tem. the Sacraments of Eucharist and/or from 7-8:30 p.m. Confirmation, the Rite of Christian Initiation Nancie Waldron – 261- Seeds of hope of Adults at St. Michael’s Catholic Church on 8507, [email protected], In the chaos and turbulence of the current Tuesdays, from 6:45-8:15 p.m., starting on or Barbara Tucker, 261- affairs of our world, when watching CNN too Aug. 26. For more information, call 261-3472. 9969 Creative worship long is painful to endure, it is important that • Women’s Day – we experience hope in the midst of chaos. Bless our youth gospel concert Meeting from 9:30-11:30 A creative worship service gather in faith. Music will be The Rev. Mary Moore will share stories from Historic Macedonia AME Church of a.m. to kick off the new church year provided by Pegge Ealum and literature and current news that are rooted in Fernandina Beach presents Al Walker and (A children’s program is will be held on Sunday, Aug. 24 Susan Magg on flute and Jane seeds of hope in an informal gathering and the Walkers by Faith plus Jacksonville’s available for babies-high at 10 a.m. at New Vision Lindberg on piano. dialogue at New Vision Congregational Mighty Saints of God, featuring their hit song, school) Congregational Church, UCC, This service will also include Church on Sunday, August 17 at 10 a.m. “Savior,” in concert on Sunday, Aug. 31 at 3 Kathleen Minor, 225- 96072 Chester Road in Yulee. a blessing of the children, along “One of the things people love about New p.m. Ages 18 and under admitted free. All oth- 8125, [email protected] Worship will embrace and with their backpacks, for the Vision is that sometimes we don’t have ser- ers, tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the The groups will meet for celebrate the conversation new school year. Visit mons,” says Moore. Informal summer gather- door. Call 1-800-445-3787. 30 weeks, beginning the between the music of two flutes www.NewVisionCongregational ings allow time for shared reflection and dia- Bless our youth and join in this celebration week of Sept. 8 through and piano as a metaphor for the Church.org, find us on logue. of faith and love. Macedonia AME Church is early May, within the conversation and transforma- Facebook or contact Moore at New Vision Congregational Church, UCC located in Fernandina Beach at the corner of Nassau County school cal- tion that is possible when we 238-1822. is a church start of the United Church of Beech and Ninth streets. endar. Worship this week at the place of your choice...

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4B FRIDAY, AUGUST 15, 2014 LEISURE News-Leader WALK & VIGIL IAA announces ART WORKS Portraits by Massing “Larger than Life Portraits” by local artist Paul Massing art workshops will be displayed at The Courtyard Pub and Eats through Aug. 28. The six large portraits are of various people in the Following is a list of workshops for 2014-15 at the Amelia Island community. One is “The Piano Man,” John Island Art Association’s Art Education Center, 18 N. Springer who entertains customers, Thursday-Saturday in Second St., downtown Fernandina Beach. Handouts avail- the restaurant’s piano bar. The Courtyard restaurant is locat- able at the gallery sales desk. For detailed listings go to ed at 316 Centre St., downtown Fernandina Beach. IslandArt.org. I Oct. 3, 4 and 6 New art show Oils & Acrylics, Painting Out Loud – Sharon Haffey The Plantation Artists’ Guild & Gallery presents “As 9 a.m.-noon, all levels, $100 for all three sessions, $40 Time Goes By,” a new show and reception, tonight from 5:30 for individual mornings to 8 p.m. Osprey Village and Amelia Island Montessori Each day will have a different focus: Day 1 – The ener- School are sponsoring a fundraiser with special food and gized palette, color choices & mixing. Day 2 – Creating a wine pairings, a raffle with a mini iPad as one of the prizes, Bold Composition. Day 3 – Bringing your photographs to and the gallery will have a photo booth. life on canvas. All donations go to the Montessori School; minimum Mail payment to S.S. Haffey, 1640 Northpark Dr., donation is $10 at the door. In addition to the new show at Fernandina Beach, FL 32034. the gallery, a corner exhibit will showcase artworks For more information contact Sharon Haffey at from gallery members’ children and grandchildren. The [email protected] or phone (404) 663-4996. Gallery is located at 94 Amelia Village Circle at the Omni I Oct. 30, 31 and Nov. 1 Spa & Shops. Plein Air Painting – Larry Moore ANGELA DAUGHTRY/NEWS-LEADER 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $350 Beth Hackney, president of Cats Angels, Inc., SPCA, Featured artist Building a Better Painting – a 3-day workshop that will addresses the audience after accepting a city proclamation The Island Art Association, 18 N. Second St., Fernandina focus on taking small reference (small studies or photos) from Fernandina Beach Mayor Ed Boner recognizing Aug. Beach, announces that the “Artist of the Month” for August and turn them into larger works. 16, 2014 as “International Homeless Animals’ Day” and will be exhibiting member, Paul Massing. Artist expressions Depending on the weather, students will either work the month of August as “Homeless Animals’ Month.” At in abstract style by Massing are featured in the gallery’s outside to create plein air studies in the morning or in the this time, rescue groups and shelters are filled with many “Artist Of The Month” section. For information contact the studio from existing reference and paintings. They will cats and dogs who need a second chance. Please consider Island Art Association at 261-7020. study just what makes a painting work, how to create a adding a new pet to your home and help make the world a stronger composition, being a more thoughtful artist and better place one animal at a time. Youth art classes techniques and tips for the studio painter. Cats Angels will commemorate International Homeless Youth art classes will be held at the Island Art To reserve your space, send $100 deposit to Larry Animals Day on Saturday with its annual Walk and Vigil. Association Educational Center on Aug. 30, including Moore, 2440 Roxbury Rd., Winter Park, FL 32789. The walk begins at 6:30 p.m. from the Central Park gaze- Children’s Art for ages 6-9, 10-11 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.- 12:15 I March 16-18, 2015 bo, followed by a candlelight vigil. Everyone is welcome, p.m.; and Middle School Art for ages 10-13, 1-2:15 p.m. Still Life – Elio Camacho including any furry friends. Classes are led by Diane Hamburg. Pre-register at the Island $375 ($550 for both workshops) Visit www.isaronline.org for information on Art Association Gallery, 18 N. Second St., 261-7020. March 19-20, 2015 International Homeless Day and the events taking place Plein Air Painting – Elio Camacho around the world to commemorate this day. Spay and Wildlife exhibit 9 a.m.-5 p.m. neuter, it’s the responsible solution to animal overpopula- The sixth annual St. Augustine Nature and Wildlife Take one or both workshops. As a painting instructor, tion. Exhibit takes place through Aug. 31 at the St. Augustine Art Camacho’s mission is to provide students with the founda- Association, 22 Marine St., St. Augustine. Fernandina Beach tion necessary to be creative. His goal is to assist students artist Theogenes Jose Garcia-Luina is featured in the juried in capturing the particular mood of the moment and to show. For information contact [email protected]. The express themselves in a bold and colorful way. KRALL IN CONCERT gallery is closed on Mondays. His workshops are very hands-on, with an emphasis on easel-side critiques. He believes that giving instruction is Children’s exhibit important, but showing students how this instruction The Amelia Island Plantation Artists’ Guild & applies to their individual work is crucial. Gallery presents Progeny, a children’s art exhibit, Based on the student’s level and goals, Camacho devel- through Sept. 20. The paintings and drawings installed in the ops a program for improving each individual’s ability as a “corner” gallery are from the gallery members’ children, painter. grandchildren and great-grandchildren. This collection will Contact [email protected] or hang for only a limited time so be sure to take a look at the ElioCamacho.com. original works of art from budding young artists. The gallery I April 13-17, 2015 is located at 94 Amelia Village Circle at the Omni Spa & Color Intensive Workshop – Susan Sarback Shops. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., $595 ($565 for IAA members) Open Tuesdays 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Wednesday-Friday 11 a.m.-5 In this 5-day workshop, painter Susan Sarback of Fair p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Oaks, Calif., focuses on the essentials for landscape paint- ing to capture a fresh and alive quality of light in your Solo exhibit paintings. Depending on weather, the class will be painting Fernandina Beach artist Julianne French is holding her both outdoors on location and inside the studio. first solo art exhibition, Ruin, at the Karpeles Manuscript Learn how to see and paint the Value, Temperature, and Library Museum, 101 West 1st St., Jacksonville. Twenty- Chroma (intensity) that create the “light key” or quality of three of her charcoal and ink drawings of ancient and mod- light for any subject. Composition, subject choice, color ern architecture will be on display until Aug. 29. Museum harmony and painting skills to capture the outdoor atmos- admission is free and hours are Tuesday through Saturday, phere are demonstrated and taught in-depth. Basic draw- 10 a.m.-3 p.m. ing and painting skills suggested. French teaches Humanities, Art History, Literature and Contact Diane Sterling at (904) 614-6687 or dchster- the Arts and Art Appreciation to gifted students in grades [email protected]. nine through 12 at Fernandina Beach High School. French’s I Ongoing activities: work may also be viewed at www.juliannefrench.com. • Open Studio: Bring your own supplies and work in a PHOTO COURTESY OF THE FLORIDA THEATRE supportive atmosphere with other artists. The Florida Theatre and Jacksonville Symphony have ‘Saps to Pulp’ Tuesdays 1-5 p.m., $5. Contact Mary Quinlan at 321- partnered to present five-time Grammy Award-winning jazz The exhibit “Saps to Pulp,” paintings by Eliza Holliday, is 0112 or [email protected] pianist and world-renowned singer Diana Krall in a special featured through Aug. 31 at the SanJon Gallery, 218 Ash St., Thursday morning, 9 a.m.-noon, $5. Contact Gretchen concert at Jacoby Hall on Dec. 9 at 8 p.m. Tickets go on downtown Fernandina Beach. Williams at 491-3171 or [email protected]. sale today. To order call the Florida Theatre Box Office at Local artist Holliday is featuring her “Stuck Behind the Thursday afternoon, 1-5 p.m. $10/month. Contact Jean (904) 355-ARTS (2787). Log Truck” paintings, framed original acrylics in a variety of Riley at 261-5471 or [email protected] Krall’s Wildflower World Tour features pop classics by sizes. • Photography Group: Free to the public. The Mamas and the Papas’ “California Dreaming” and the For information, contact Eliza Holliday at 556-2517 or Demonstrations, technical presentations and a monthly cri- Eagles’ “Desperado,” and Bob Dylan’s “Wallflower,” which Sandra Baker Hinton at the SanJon Gallery at 491-8040. tique (show and tell) of photographers’ work. Contact Pat inspired the album’s title track, for her album Wildflower, Hooks at 277-2595 or [email protected]. The next which is scheduled for release in October. Art show meeting is Sept. 25 at 7 p.m. Produced by 16-time Grammy Award-winning producer The Island Art Association is exhibiting its juried • Portrait Workshop: Resumes in September David Foster, Wallflower finds Krall breaking new ground Nouveau Art show, “Quotes From Shakespeare.” Cummer • Children’s Art: Aug. 30. You must register for each with her interpretations of some of the greatest pop songs Museum of Art & Gardens Curator Holly Keris was the session individually at the gallery sales desk or call the of all time. Krall will be accompanied onstage by Anthony judge. The show is at the gallery through Oct. 5 during gallery at 261-7020. Wilson (guitar), Dennis Crouch (bass), Stuart Duncan (fid- gallery hours. Session I, 6-9 years, 10-11 a.m.; Session II, 6-9 years, dle), Karriem Riggins (drums) and Patrick Warren The IAA Gallery is located at 18 N. Second St. Call 261- 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.; Session III, 10-13 years, 1-2:15 p.m. (Keyboards). 7020 or visit www.islandart.org.

excellent way to give our children an impor- lovable hobos of a bygone era that have their Pleasant said the train will first depart IRON Continued from 1B tant history lesson and combining the rides own special charm.” Theatre by the Trax at noon on the day of St. esting rail equipment as well as 1/8 scale with the Rock Shrimp Festival, Railroad Days, The Lehigh Valley #126 locomotive was Marys’ famous Rock Shrimp Festival after the trains. and our Build a Scarecrow event provides par- built in 1930 at Vulcan Iron Works in Wilkes- 10 a.m. parade (Oct. 4). Rides will continue at On Oct. 11, the steam excursions coincide ticipants with the makings of some great mem- Barre, Pa. It burns coal 1,500-3,000 degrees to 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Oct. 4; then 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. with the “Build a Scarecrow” event to be held ories.” heat the 1,250 gallons of water stored in the on Oct. 5. On Oct. 11 and 12, rides will be at 10 at the train station. Hundreds of residents and Ryan said entertainment at the train’s turn- saddle tank into steam. The steam flows down a.m., noon, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. visitors will be creating fun and interesting around point also will be a draw as characters to the piston cylinders and turns the actuating Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for chil- scarecrows to be displayed on the main streets from the 1920s and 30s re-create that time in rods, which turn the wheels. dren 3 to 12 (plus $3 convenience fee). of St. Marys throughout October. history. “This is a really big deal to get this locomo- Children two and under ride free. Tickets St. Marys Express entertainment director “You can expect to meet Charlie Chaplin, tive on our tracks,” said Paul Pleasant, general should be purchased in advance at Barbara Ryan said, “A ride on the St. Marys Mark Twain, the Great Gatsby and more color- manager of St. Marys Railroad. “We’re run- www.stmarysrailroad.com or by calling (912) Steam Express is not only an opportunity to ful characters portraying their stories,” Ryan ning it four days to give as many people as we 200-5235. Group rates are available for parties have some great family fun, but it’s also an said. “And back by popular demand are the can a chance to ride.” of 10 or more.

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ISLAND MARKETS PLANT SALES ONGOING Nassau Master Spouse’s Bakery is at the Beach Market Place, aka the Gardener Shirley Amelia Farmers Market, aka Amelia Island Market Place, Lohman has success- the Fernandina Farmers has compiled some tasty fully led the Spring Market, every Saturday with treats that are healthy and and Fall Plant Sales their fresh baked pastries. easy for you and your family for the Master They are committed to craft- to enjoy. Gardener program. ing artisan pastries and You will say “oui, oui” to The sales provide breads with wholesome, all this French toast twist: take much-needed funds natural ingredients. Fresh two thick slices of Maria’s to support horticul- from the oven every week are Bakery’s cinnamon brioche ture and youth pro- Spouse’s popular fruit pas- bread and dredge it in an egg, grams in Nassau tries, cinnamon buns, fruit- milk and vanilla bath, then County. 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Cans needed person, of which a portion will support future ATC tree Master Gardeners need plantings, preservation and Paul Barnes, GRI your empty vegetable or fruit education outreach. cans for a gardening work- Support the preservation Residential shop they will be conducting of Amelia Island’s maritime Sales Director soon. Can sizes should be 22 canopy and also the conserva- RTTYY ounces to 55 ounces. Think of tion of threatened and endan- PPRROOPPEER baked bean cans (55 ounces) gered animals. Go to www. or the large cans of fruit (31 ameliatreeconservancy.org ounces). Empty, rinsed cans for information and to down- k Cell 904-753-0256 f theWee can be dropped off at the load a sign-up form. For ques- o [email protected] Yulee Extension office. A tions email ATC at info@ donation will qualify you for a ameliatreeconservancy.org. www.ameliaforsale.com “Exceeding Expectations” drawing to win a “Bean Can Completed form and check Bee House.” must be received by Aug. 25. For information call the Extension Office at 879-1019. Bee house class On Oct. 3 from 10-11:30 Plant clinic a.m. County Extension Direc- On Aug. 18, 10 a.m. until 2 tor/Horticulture Agent p.m., Extension Director/ Rebecca Jordi will conduct a Horticulture Agent Rebecca session on the importance of Jordi will conduct a Plant pollinators in your garden. 608 S. 8th Street Clinic at the Yulee Extension Learn different kinds of polli- Fernandina Beach, Fl 32034 33107 SUNNY P ARKE CIRCLE office. All county residents nation and the primary polli- www.ACRFL.com Walter Cereghetti 3413 SQ FT4BR/ 4BA. Brick. 3 Car Garage. 20" tile throughout living are invited to bring plant sam- nators: butterflies, beetles (904) 261-2770 Realtor© areas and screened rear patio overlooking large pond. Private section of ples showing problems in and bees. You will also learn (904) 335-1184 Flora Parke. 10' ceilings, trayed in MBR. Bonus Rm 12x30. 4 Bathrooms have tub and shower including bonus mother-in-law room. Interior, exte- their landscapes. Problems how to attract Mason bees. COMMERCIAL • INVESTMENT • RESIDENTIAL rior gardens and lawn with separate well for watering. Two zone HVAC. will be identified and solu- The session is free, however 5-ton and 3-ton units. 5 sets of French doors. Transom windows through- tions offered for correction. if you’d like to “make & take” out PROVIDES GREATNATURALLIGHTIN HOME. There is no fee for this serv- bee houses for your yard, the ice. Call 879-1019. cost is $10 for supplies. You MLS#63045 $399,900 White Oak tour will make one “bean can” bee house and one “wood hotel” Paul Barnes, GRI Join Amelia Tree Conser- bee house. Download the reg- vancy for a guided wildlife istration form at http://nas- Residential tour of the White Oak Planta- sau.ifas.ufl.edu. Completed Sales Director tion Conservation Center for form and your check for the 608 S. 8th Street Phil Griffin an up-close experience with (optional) bee house project Fernandina Beach, Fl 32034 Broker exotic animals. In addition, can be dropped of at either www.ACRFL.com [email protected] visit the Big Game Room the Callahan Extension office (904) 261-2770 (904) 556-9140 Complex and Baryshnikov the Yulee Extension office. Cell 904-753-0256 Dance Studio and enjoy a Make checks payable to [email protected] COMMERCIAL • INVESTMENT • LEASING • SALES gourmet luncheon. The event Nassau County Extension. www.ameliaforsale.com “Exceeding Expectations” is Friday, Oct. 24 from 10 a.m. Registration is required by until 1:30 p.m. Cost is $145/ Sept. 24. Call 879-1019. CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACK

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ANNOUNCEMENTS 201 Help Wanted 201 Help Wanted 201 Help Wanted 601 Garage Sales REAL ESTATE FIREFIGHTER PARAMEDIC PART-TIME TEACHER’S AIDE - OTR DRIVERS WANTED - Own your BIG YARD SALE - FRI. & SAT. FOR 3 RENTALS 102 Lost & Found Nassau County has an opening for needed at Step by Step Learning own truck. Best lease purchase deal in WEEKS, 8AM-5PM. 86281 Timber three Firefighter Paramedics with the Center, 95734 Amelia Concourse. Apply the country! You can earn over Ridge St., Yulee. 6 Acres w/2005 DW, FOUND ON BEACH - Go Pro Camera, Fire Rescue Department at $10.5202 in person. $150,000/yr *No credit check *Late 4BR/2 full baths $185,000. 1-1/2 acres 851 Roommate Wanted Thurs. 8/7/14. Call (904)335-1665. hourly plus benefits. Requires a high model freightliner Columbia *Low truck of land in Nassauville $60,000/OBO. school diploma or GED equivalent NASSAU COUNTY Council on Aging, payment. 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Only Cat 650 $10,000/OBO. 10X6 military MATURE INDIVIDUAL - to share Nassau County Animal Shelter, 86078 $1000 sign on to qualified drivers. medic, Basic Life Support and Advanc- experienced candidates will be trailer $950/OBO. 2001 Suzuki, 800cc, furnished home. Trustworthy, sound License Rd. in Yulee next to the drivers Home most weekends. (843)266-3731 ed Cardiac Life Support certifi-cations. considered. For full job requirements, shaft driven, only 24,000 miles financially. $1250/mo + share utilities. license building (904)491-7440. / www.bulldoghiway.com. EOE. ANF Must pass the Tri County test. Must visit www.coanassau.com. Send $3200/OBO. 16ft utility trailer Contact Paul (904)753-0256. 1 year. possess valid State Class E driver's lic- resume to [email protected]. Residence Inn - Amelia Island - homemade $1200/OBO. 1954 stepside, Full Time - Now hiring for the follow- ense and EVOC certification. Applctions COLONIAL LIFE - is seeking B2B new V8, AT $6500/OBO. 14ft aluminum 2BR 1ST AVE - to share. Your part will be accepted until filled and can be ing positions: Front Desk Associate, boat w/trailer $800. 1985 Corvette 104 Personals sales reps. Commissions average Driver/Houseperson & Outdoor Maint- $600/mo. (includes all). $200 deposit. obtained in the Human Resources $56K+/yr. Training & leads. Sales exp- w/Ferrari body $10,500/OBO. 14ft Mature, professional, must work a full Department located at 96135 Nassau enance. Applicants must be able to Aluminum Craft w/trailer $1200/ OBO. ADOPT - loving married couple seeks erience required, LA&H license pre- work flex shifts, holidays & weekends. time job. (404)394-0382 leave a msg. to adopt, will be hands-on mom & dad. Place, Suite 5, Yulee, FL 32097. ferred. Call Jessica (904)562-9527. 1973 3/4 ton Chevy w/camper www.nassaucountyfl.com, phone EEOC $1200/OBO. 2005 Trojan 432E tractor Financial security. Expenses paid. ANF PRESCHOOL TEACHER NEEDED - Dawn & Domenick 1(855)985-4592, (904)491-7332 or fax (904)321-5797. w/trailer $13,000. For more info call EOE/M/F/D/V Drug Free Workplace. DISHWASHER - Part-time, seasonal Energetic, fun-loving teacher needed Wayne Williams at (904)583-1552. 852 Mobile Homes Adam Sklar #0150789. ANF work at Greyfield Inn on Cumberland for expanding 1 & 2’s class. Experience & CDA preferred. 45-hour required GARAGE/ESTATE SALE - Sat. 8/16, AFFORDABLE LIVING - Bring your RV island. Boat transportation to/from one day only, 9am-4pm. 34 N. 14th IMMEDIATE OPPORTUNITY - with Cumberland daily. Call for info (912) training a must. Call (904)261-5301. to live on a campground for $425/ mo. Martex Services on Amelia Island for a St. All types of items: Furniture, tools, All utilities included. (904)225-5577. 674-2477. YDS – COMPUTER SPECIALIST (PT) 105 Public Notice reliable janitor. Work includes policing books, exercise equipment, & much Nassau Boys & Girls Club looking for an grounds in a resort community, clean- LOOKING FOR - person with plumbing more. SINGLEWIDE 2BR/2BA - on 1 acre. THERE IS A LIEN on the following individual with high energy and ing common areas, trash removal, etc.. experience. Must have valid driver’s $750/mo. + deposit. 1 year lease. No vehicles for towing and storage and experience in computer programs. This Part time -- must be able to work license. Call (904)491-6200. smoking. Ref. required. Call (904)521-0866. will be auctioned off on the listed dates includes Microsoft Office, Keyboarding, 602 Articles for Sale weekends and holidays. Reliable below: on 8/27/14 a 1964 Norris Boat THE GOLF CLUB OF AMELIA ISLAND Internet and Education Programs. Must 3BR/2BA DW - 75625 Johnson Lake transpor-tation and clean driving VIN# OP51 and a 2004 Dodge Pickup - is looking for exp’d Food & Beverage love working with youth age 6-18. GUN SHOW - August 23 & 24. Prime Rd., Yulee. Fenced 1 acre lot. $925/ record required. Experience preferred. Vin# 1D7HA16K94J233816 at 12 noon Servers, Line Cook & Catering Send resume to [email protected]. Osborn Convention Center, 1000 Water mo. + $925 dep. Call (478)363-1066. Excellent benefits and compensation. at 1683B S. 8th St., Fernandina Beach, Assistant. Call 277-8015 or come by to St., Jax. CWP classes 10:00 & 1:00. Apply in person at Martex Services, FL 32034. (904)321-3422 complete application at 4700 Amelia QUALITY HOME TIME - now hiring in Admission $8.00. Free Parking. Info 2BR/2BA SWMH - $675. 3BR/2BA 1417 Avery Road, Fernandina Beach or Island Pkwy. your area. Avg $1000/wk BCBS + 401k Cliff Hangers (386)325-6114. SWMH - $775. 3BR/2BA DWMH - call 904-261-5364 for more info. $875. Call 753-2155 or 753-2156. DENTAL OFFICE FRONT DESK - We + pet & rider, CDL-A req’d. 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EOE - positions open: Housekeeping - FT FOR SALE - 3BR/2BA, 2398 sq. ft. for real estate which is in violation Females, minorities, protected position and PT position, M-F. Cook - House at 1510 Persimmon Circle North of the law. All persons are hereby veterans, & individuals w/disabilities FT and PT positions available. Utility in Fernandina Beach, FL. 32034. informed that all dwellings EDUCATION 855 Apartments are encouraged to apply. ANF Aide - FT and PT positions available. Minutes to the beach. Great advertised are available on an neighborhood - “A” schools. New and Furnished equal opportunity basis. Come join our team. FT benefits upgraded interior. 15” x 28” Florida YOUTH DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, 301 Schools & room. Go to Craigslist to view: AT BEACH - 1BR $225 wk/$895 mo + If you believe that you may have (PT) at Nassau Boys & Girls Club PTO, Holiday Pay and more. http://jacksonville.craigslist.org/reo/45 dep. Incl all utils. Avail now. ALSO - been discriminated against in looking for an individual with high Instruction 72385080.html. BY OWNER. (904) 1BR, N. 14th, $200 wk/$795 mo + connection with the sale, rental or energy who loves working with youth Please apply online to www.osprey- 491-4951 home, (904)415-2571 cell. dep. Incl utilities. Details 261-5034. financing of housing, call the ages 6-18. Responsibilities include village.com FAA approved Aviation Maintenance Housing and Urban Development activities prepare youth for success. Technician training. Financial aid for - HUD - 1(800)669-9777, or for Send resume to [email protected]. RESIDENTIAL ASSISTANT - qualified students. Job placement 806 Waterfront the hearing impaired 1(800)927- Weekend Shifts - PT. Apply at 941510 assistance. Call AIM (866)314-3769. 9275. Old Nassauville Rd., FB. (904)206- ANF Waterfront Homes & Lots - Call CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING 4120. Must be 25 years old & clean (904) 261–4066 for information. C.H. INSPECTOR driving record. Lasserre, Realtor. Nassau County has an opening for a Construction Engineering Inspector at SPACE AVAILABLE - for Facial MERCHANDISE $20.12 hourly plus benefits. Requires a Specialist/Massage Therapist. Call 808 Off Island/Yulee Fernandina Beach Golf Club EMPLOYMENT high school diploma or GED equivalent Phyllis at (904)753-0363 or Margie at (904) 583-3336. has these positions available: with Vocational/Technical School train- 601 Garage Sales LOVELY 3BR/2BA/3-CAR GARAGE - ing in Construction or related field, FAMILY OWNED MOTEL - hiring full- in Flora Parke. Fenced yard, many supplemented by six (6) to nine (9) upgrades. Like new! 32174 Grand • Golf Operations and Cart 201 Help Wanted time front desk supervisor/associate. 3-FAMILY YARD SALE - Thurs., Fri. & years of experience in Construction Parke Blvd. Call (904)583-0785 for Must have leadership, computer and Sat., 8am-2pm. Jewelry, antique Attendant at Fernandina Beach and/or Construction Project Inspection. appt. ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER guest service skills. Hospitality furniture, lots of tools & other items. Must posses a valid State driver’s Golf Club Nassau County has an opening for an experience a plus. Benefits available. Rain cancels till following week. A1A to license. Must obtain certification of Animal Control Officer with Animal Fax resume to (904)261-6768. Blackrock Rd. to Brighton Pl. Look for Please apply in person at FDOT Asphalt Paving Level 1 and FDOT Care and Control at $12.89 hourly plus signs to Brighton Pl. on the left Fernandina Beach Golf Club benefits. Requires a high school Earthwork Construction Inspection DRIVERS: $5,000 Sign-On Bonus! GARAGE SALE - Sat. 8/16, 8am-3pm. A or email resumés to diploma or GED and one year of Level 1 within six (6) months of hire S Great Pay! Consistent Freight, Great Amelia Park, 1855 Howard Ln. BIG P experience in the area of animal con- date and obtain certification of FDOT L [email protected] trol and/or public health. Must possess Asphalt Paving Level 2 and FDOT Miles on this Regional Account. Werner SALE - lots of stuff! N Earthwork Inspection Level 2 within Enterprises: 1-855-515-8447 a valid driver’s license, Florida Animal ESTATE SALE - Contents of million • Server in the Golf Club Control Officer and Euthanasia certifi- one (1) year of hire date. Applications dollar oceanfront condo on A.I.P. 8/14 Needs volunteers to help Nassau cations. Applications will be accepted will be accepted through August 26, YDS – PERFORMING ARTS (PT) & 8/15. Shown by appointment. See restaurant 2014 and can be obtained in the County families who need food, shelter thru August 26, 2014 and can be Miller Boys & Girls Club looking for an Craigslist for info & pictures. Please contact obtained in the Human Resources Human Resources Department located individual with high energy and and basic necessities. Department located at 96135 Nassau at 96135 Nassau Place, Suite 5, Yulee, MOVING/ESTATE SALE - 129 South Melanie Robertson at experience in performing arts. This 17th St., Fernandina. EVERYTHING Call: 904.261.7000 for more information. Place, Suite 5, Yulee, FL 32097. Phone FL 32097. Phone (904)491-7332; Fax program involves theater, talent shows, mrobertson@ (904)491-7332; Fax (904)321-5797 or (904)321-5797 or online at MUST GO! Fri. 8/15 & Sat 8/16, 9am- poetry recitals, etc. Must love working 3pm. Couches, computer table, fernandinabeachgolfclub.com online at www.nassaucountyfl.com. www.nassaucountyfl.com. with youth age 6-18. Send resume to 1303 JASMINE STREET FERNANDINA BEACH, FL 32034 EOE/M/F/D/V Drug Free Workplace. EOE/M/F/D/V Drug Free Workplace. entertainment cupboard, long bureau [email protected]. with mirror, end tables, chairs.

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Find The News-Leader on the World Wide Web AMELIA 856 Apartments 860 Homes-Unfurnished www.fbnewsleader.com OFFICE SUITES Unfurnished VISITwww.chaplinwilliamsrentals. Read the news, e-mail the staff, check the com for the most recent information 910 S 8TH ST OCEAN VIEW - downstairs of duplex, on Long Term Rentals. Updated Daily. classifieds, or subscribe to S. Fletcher location, completely Chaplin Williams Rentals, The Area's FERNANDINA BEACH remodeled, beach access. $1200/mo., Premier Rental Company Florida’s Oldest Weekly Newspaper! deposit/lease required. 3BR/1BA. Call LOFTON POINTE - 96052 Piedmont. P TEL. 904-310-6659 or text for appt. (904)261-7228 4/2, 2037sf. Pristine and on the pond. $1500/mo. Call (904)571-5000. N. 5TH ST. APT. - 2BR/1BA $950/mo. NASSAUVILLE 3BR/1.5BA - on 1/2 Find The News-Leader on the World Wide Web incl. water, sewer, garbage & electric. acre. $1050/mo. + deposit. 1 year “Think I’ll let that native land agent be my guide.” One-person suites Call Karen (904)557-8600. lease. No smoking. Ref. req. Call www.fbnewsleader.com (904)521-0866. Read the news, e-mail the staff, check the High speed internet 2BR/1BA HOME - for rent, Hwy 17 in classifieds, or subscribeREAL to ESTATE, INC. 857 Condos-Furnished Yulee. $850/mo. + $850 deposit. Call Conference room (904)225-8720. LASSERREFlorida’s Oldest Weekly Newspaper! OCEAN VIEW - 3BR/2BA, furnished, 3028 S. 8th St./A1A, Fernandina Beach, FL 32035 garage. 2 mo. minimum. $1700/mo. + 861 Vacation Rentals Mailbox service deposit. (904)753-0256 www.lasserrerealestate.com [email protected] Display Advertising deadline for904-261-4066 Wednesday is 3 p.m. Friday OCEANVIEW - 3BR/2BA & 2BR/1BA. Break room Call (904)261-4066, C.H. Lasserre, Classified Advertising deadline is 5:00 p.m. Monday. 858 Condos-Unfurnished Realtor, for special rates. ED C Display Advertising deadline for Friday is 3 p.m. Tuesday FOREST RIDGE - 3BR/2BA, ground DU ***************** 863 Office RE All-inclusive pricing floor, washer/dryer included. No Classified Advertising deadline is 5:00 p.m. Wednesday. smoking. 12 mo. lease. $1195/mo. + EXECUTIVE OFFICE SUITES - Office Please call 261-3696 to place your advertisement. $1195 deposit. (904)759-1105 space from 100 sq. ft. to 2,000 sq. ft. Includes utilities, Internet, common area receptionist, conference room, break room, & security. For info call LOTS AT LIGHTHOUSE CIRCLE 96106 WADES PLACE 87067 HAVEN ROAD Monthly (904)753-4179. Awesome view of Egan’s Creek & FortDi ClinchsplayFormerly Advertising the Down Under deadline Restaurant, onefor of WednesdayJust over 3 acres of island, 3 with p.m. a Mobile Friday home St Park. Single family estate lot adjacent to Fernandina's landmark restaurants on deep in place. Home is anchored on concrete foot- $300 864 Commercial/Retail historic landmark Amelia Island Lighthouse.Classifiedwater w/ dock Advertising & small craft launch. deadline Tons of ings, is several 5:00 storage p.m. sheds Monday. behind home con- 370+/- ft on Navigable side of Egan’s CreekDisplaypotential Advertising for this truly one-of-a-kind deadline property for vey.Friday Lot has isbeen 3 sectioned p.m. intoTuesday several dif- Virtual office 904-277-6597 COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE FOR and is one of the highest elevations on the east with endless possibilities. Also includes large ferent fields for livestock or horses. Owner is RENT - 1440 sq. ft. Yulee on US 17. coast. Classifieddeck,"party" Advertising shed, 3 apartments deadline and office/mgr isa Licensed5:00 Realtor.p.m. CulvertWednesday. and entrance to High visibility. $800/mo. Call Teri Commercial/Office Rentals (904)219-3548. space. Must see to appreciate! property is negotiable. $99 $795,000 MLS#Please 37069 PROPERTYcall 261-3696 SOLD AS IS $650,000. to place your advertisement.$149,000 MLS#61310 • 1886 S. 14th Street-Amelia Prof. Plaza MLS#61913 2110 SF Office TRANSPORTATION AmeliaOfficeSuites.com • 1416 Park Ave-Amelia Park 901 Automobiles T: 904.310.6659 Suite 201-1728 SF - Office DON’T LITTER Suite 202-1603 SF - Office [email protected] 2002 GMC ENVOY - 98K miles, all (Built out - move-in ready) leather, very good condition. Ralph (904)225-9309. Suite 101-3500 SF - Office/Retail 2004 BLACK JEEP GRAND CHERO- SPAY~ NEUTER (Built to Suit) 36841 PINE ST SOUTH FLETCHER AVENUE CUSTOMIZED 3BR/2BA KEE OVERLAND - Loaded, navigation, moon roof, leather interior. Good con- MINI COUNTRY ESTATE- Older 5 Bed/2Ba Home with Pristine 75' Oceanfront lot on Amelia Island. Customized 3 Br with a office/study, Split Bedroom, • 923 S. 14th Street-Flash Foods Ctr. Character, Charm & Lots ofPotential Family Room & Great A Public Service Announcement by Thehas transom News-Leader windows for natural light in hallway, tint- LASSERRE dition. 94,000 miles. $9500. 261-5041 Room. 2 Sided Fireplace, Master Downstairs,Carport & Your chance to own one of the few remaining ed windows in kitchen dining, custom built in shelving 3500 SF Office/Retail Separate Large Utility Room. Seller will provide a One Year Oceanfront lots available on Amelia Island. Granite Countertops. Garage is heated & cooled, locat- Real Estate, Inc. HomeWarranty!!! Situated on 4 Acres with mature trees. Large ed on the south end of Amelia Island, home in Golfside Oak! Fronts paved roads. Small older barn. Horse & Pony are Buy now for either investment or to build. • 1001 Atlantic Avenue 902 Trucks allowed, call for information. From Traffic light go west on South with a Championship golf course short walk to www.lasserrerealestate.com CR 108, turn Left on Pine Street, Home onLeft. Large beachs, with community pool. Pool and beach access Unit C 500 SF - Office/Retail DON’T LITTERfor Golfside is located on Ritz side of road. Whole 2008 NISSAN TITAN - Clean, new Magnolia Tree in front. Property extends to Ingraham Road &backs to the fence line. house wired for security system. RENTALS Unit D 1450 SF - Office/Retail tires, bed liner, tunneau cover, tow $525,500 MLS#56671 package. Only 66,286 miles. $13,000. $298,000 MLS#62347 $459,000 MLS#59070 RESIDENTIAL Call (904)261-6776. SPAY~ NEUTER LONG TERM RENTALS •3BR/2BA home on Lofton Creek A Public Service Announcement by The News-Leader 2,600 sq.ft., dock, garage/work- shop, large lot, gourmet kitchen, many other bonuses. $1,950/mo. 3 Bedroom DON’T LITTER Plus utilities. 86088 RHOERLAN PLACE HISTORIC DISTRICT 1521 FERNANDINA ROAD Special This 2784 appox. sq. ft. vintage home has Private Home on an estate sized lot, located Large undeveloped parcel on Lofton Creek, been modified into 4 apartments.The largest on the Island. Centrally located on the island, VACATION RENTAL Feasibility study done in 2012shows 15SPAY~ lots, apartment has a fireplace, hardwood NEUTER floors, this home is close to the beach, shopping •AFFORDABLE WEEKLY/ eat-in kitchen. Rent all units or live in one and areas, and downtown, yet still in the county. 7 on the creek is on file in our office. This area is one of the only ones on the MONTHLY 2BR/1BA Ocean- $775/mo. rent the others out. The property consists of A Public Service Announcement by TheIsland News-Leader that allows horses. A rare property for 3-1br/1ba & 1-2br/1ba. sure! view. 487 S. Fletcher. Across the Renovated units $302,000 MLS#53575 street from the beach. All util, $540,000 MLS#60872 $625,000 MLS#62664 now available! wi-fi,TV & phone. LOTSNASSAU COUNTY! • W/D Connections ! •3BR/3BA townhome in New Renovated Unit RACHAEL AVENUE 75’x100’ lot $130,000 on AWESOME VIEW of Egan’s Creek & Ft. Clinch State Park, single • Large Closets ti You can get SAME DAY DELIVERY of the Sandpiper Loop $1850/wk plus $950 n family estate lot adjacent to historic landmark Amelia Island • Private Patios e taxes& cleaning fee. 2.66 ACRE LOTtin Nassauville,News-Leader undeveloped and every ready to week,build. Lighthouse. delivered 370+/- ft. on by navigable the Egans US Creek. Postal One of Service,the highest • Sparkling Pool Deeded Accesst to Rainbow Acres Boat Ramp and short distance from elevations on the east coast. Possible oceanview and/or view of down- City Apartments with directly to your home or business. See page 2A for more details. COMMERCIAL • Tennis Courts new county boat ramp. $149,000 MLS #57615 town Fernandina Beach. Tree/top/boundary survey on file $795,000 Country Charm! A •13 & 15 North 3rd Street, • Exercise Room MLS#37069 COMMERCIAL LOT 851018 US Why 17 (zoned CG) that has 100' Historic District 1500 + Sq. Ft. Close to schools & shopping. NASSAUOcean front 75 ft lot $525,000 MLSCOUNTY! 56671 Frontage on US Highway 17. It does have a 30X20 Block! Building $2,400.00/mo. 20 minutes to Jacksonville DESIRABLE 1 ACRE Lot on the South End of the Island, Beautiful divided into 3 separate bays with roll up doors;i whicho nneed work. Take •800 sqft Retail/Office space next t You can treesget and SAMEEstate sized lotDAY make thisDELIVERY a difficult to find property of theon Call Today! down the building and build to suitn or renovate the building to fit your to Peacock Electric on A1A, e Amelia, $250,000 for the Acre, or the corner 1/2 acre for $139,000 and News-Leader every week, delivered by the US Postal Service, business. t $71,000 $12.50 sqft + cam and sales tax (904) 845-2922 t the inside 1/2 for $124,900. directly to your home or business. See page 2A for more details. •Amelia Park - Unit 102 - 1,100 A COMMERCIAL & DEVELOPMENT sq.ft. $1,450 + tax. YULEE MINI WAREHOUSE Good opportunity to grow RESIDENTIAL LOT 1323 Beech Street. 51 x 86 feet •Amelia Park - Unit B - small your own self storage facility and/or add new retail/office. corner lot at 14th Street and Beech. office (2 rooms) with bath, 576 570’ on U.S. 17, total 3.5 acres+/-. Warehouse on approx. sq. ft. $1050/mo. + sales tax. 64 ACRES along Amelia Island Parkway for a 2 acres. $1,575,000 •1839 S. 8th St. adjacent to Master Planned Development Huddle House, 1,800 sq.ft. Eastwood Oaks $1700/mo. lease + tax. Sale also APARTMENTS considered. 3714937149 Cody Circle Hilliard, FL Mon.-Fri. 8:30-5:30 Sat. /Sun. by Appt. 904 .261.4066 Sat. /Sun. by Appt.

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