ONTICELLO EWS M 151 Years of Serving the MonticelloN Community www.ecbpublishing.com Wednesday, November 27, 2019 No. 39 75¢+Tax Up to $10,000 reward Marko Earl Age: 26 aka Weight: 197 offered “Termite” Height: 5’10” Investigation continues for murdered man

WANTED Fugitive on the run after shots fired

Therell Wayne Hall, Jr.

Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc.

On the early morning hours of Saturday, Nov. 2, deputies with the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office (JCSO) responded to a call regarding the body of a man found near the edge of Springfield Road, in Lloyd. ECB Publishing, Inc. Photo By Emerald Greene Parsons, November 25, 2019 When first responders arrived at the scene, they found the body of Therell Wayne Hall, Jr., of Ashley Hunter Tallahassee, lying in the roadway. ECB Publishing, Inc. After beginning an investigation into Hall's death, law enforcement investigators were able to determine It was an eventful start of the week for Jefferson County law enforcement on that Hall's death had been the result of a possible Monday, Nov. 25, when the Jefferson County 911 Dispatch Center received a report of homicide. shots being fired in the area of Roostertown, just outside the City of Monticello. Nearly a month later, information into Hall's death At 11:46 a.m., dispatchers received a call from concerned citizens regarding shots still remains limited, but investigators have released that that had been fired near the vicinity of East Clark Avenue; within two minutes, Hall was last spotted alive on Friday, Nov. 1, at a Dairy deputies and police officers were on the scene and worked quickly to investigate the Queen restaurant that was located on Capital Circle scene and secure a perimeter. Northwest, in Tallahassee. Once it was evaluated that there were no injuries sustained during the shooting, While law enforcement continues to pursue leads the search for the suspect began. into Hall's death, Big Bend Crime Stoppers and the Law enforcement quickly determined that the suspect was Marko Earl (also See $10,000 page 3 known as “Termite”), and that Earl had fled the scene while traveling on foot. See WANTED page 3 First in the nation: Florida students to receive child trafficking prevention ECB Publishing, Inc. Photo By Emerald Greene Parsons, November 25, 2019 training Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc.

In 2016, it was estimated that 40.3 million people around the world were victims of human trafficking, and with each year, the victim-count climbs higher as individuals become trapped in forced labor or sex trafficking. Christmas is coming to town Residents of the United States, while they may feel a sense of safety, are no less safe from the perils Ashley Hunter Parade, hosts Santa Claus, keeps shoppers busy of human trafficking rings; the Human Trafficking ECB Publishing, Inc. with the vendor village and officially lights the Hotline reports that in 2018, over 10,000 trafficking Christmas tree that will brighten Dogwood Street. cases were reported in the United States. Christmas is just around the corner, and with it, The event will be offering up several vendor Florida's large population of immigrant workers, is MainStreet Monticello's annual Christmas event spots for local and visiting business owners who are coupled with the state's agricultural economy, has that is expected to light up and bring the holiday interested in setting up booths and selling their made the Sunshine State a prime environment for spirit to town. wares during this holiday event. illegal trafficking and forced labor. This year, the festivities will be merry and The Monticello MainStreet Christmas In 2018 alone, 767 cases of human trafficking bright as MainStreet puts on their annual Light See CHRISTMAS page 3 were reported within Florida. Of those cases, 428 were adults and 149 were minors. It is these statistics that have earned Florida a See TRAINING page 3

One Section - 16 pages Index Did you know? Viewpoints...... 2 Faith & Family...... 10-12 The word laser stands for 'Light Amplification Community News...... 4-7,16 Farm City Week...... 13 by Stimulated Emission of Radiation'. Home Improvement...... 8-9 Classifieds & Legals...... 14-15 2 • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2019 • MONTICELLO NEWS Viewpoints & Opinions Emerald’s Gem Box... Christian Concepts... Happy Birthday, Cheltsie The chicken Today (November 27) and truly cannot believe that it has been 27 years ago marks the 27th birthday of my that she was such a small baby. For she is such a in Chick-fil-A oldest daughter, Cheltsie. tremendous, outstanding woman now, that sometimes I To say the least, my life cannot believe she is “mine.” Recently, Chick- changed dramatically 27 years And now… she is a mother herself. The joy of fil-A, the third largest ago. At the young age of 23, I watching her grow into a woman manifested as I fast food restaurant in became a first-time mother. watched her become a mother herself. The love and America, bowed to Everything about her was so dedication she has for her family is more than LGBT intolerance Emerald Greene exciting and yet so scary. I was awesome! and announced it Parsons so afraid of doing I could not be more proud of the lady that Cheltsie would no longer be Publisher something wrong and has become. Her moral values, her Christian making charitable hurting her. standards, her work ethics and her dedication to donations to three As all parents know, those fears never her family and friends are all so astounding. Nor, Gary B. King Christian really leave us. As our children grow, we too could I succeed in this business without her by Guest Columnist organizations that have to learn new things and cross new my side! have stood for obstacles, with them. The fears of doing So, on this very special day, I would like to biblical marriage and sexuality: the Salvation things wrong or of knowing all the right say, “Happy Birthday, Cheltsie! I Love You Army, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes answers are still present in so many and I Am So Very Proud Of You!” and Focus on the Family. aspects of our lives with them. I am so glad God gave you to me – 27 Chick-fil-A’s president and Chief I sometimes watch Cheltsie now years ago!!! Operating Officer Tim Tassopoulos offered this explanation: “As we go into new markets, we need to be clear about who we are.” Well, Tim, as you “move into markets” I think you should have given some consideration to the old markets you have left behind. Letters John Hirschauer writing for National Review said, “If anything, this type of to the Editor equivocation makes it less clear what, exactly Chick-fil-A is. It certainly bears little Letters to the Editor are typed word for word, comma for comma, as sent to this newspaper. Please keep letter to 600 words or less. resemblance to the business founded by Truett Cathy, who famously stated that he ‘was not so committed to financial success that’ he True Leadership ‘was willing to abandon’ his ‘principles and priorities.’ That’s exactly what Chick-fil-A has Jefferson County citizens have witnessed true Force is currently, Chair Barfield, who has missed the done: It has abandoned their principles and leadership in the fight against the proposed toll road and opportunity multiple times to interact with constituents betrayed the consumers who buoyed their rise that person is Jefferson County Clerk and Comptroller, and listen to their concerns. We are at a critical point in from relative obscurity into a multibillion- Kirk Reams. When the voters of Jefferson County the toll road planning process. Jefferson County cannot dollar colossus that it is. Those consumers wanted information about the toll road, it didn’t come afford to send mixed messages to decision makers. stood by the company as it faced furious from our current Task Force designee, but rather it came Chair Barfield’s thinly veiled support of the toll road is opposition at colleges, municipal centers, and from Mr. Reams. in direct conflict with the overwhelming majority of shopping malls around the country and helped Now we see his leadership again. Mr. Reams has Jefferson County residents. If Chair Barfield cannot or make it the third-largest fast-food chain in the placed on the agenda a resolution for consideration at the will not represent the Citizen’s of Jefferson County, she country.” next County Commission meeting, where the document needs to remove herself as the designee. Former Arkansas governor Mike is asking the Florida Legislature to consider removing So, thank you Clerk Reams. It is refreshing to see Huckabee tweeted: “Chick-fil-A betrayed Jefferson County as the terminus for the Suncoast an elected leader listen, then act, on the will of the loyal customers for $$. I regret believing they Connector. voters! would stay true to convictions of founder This resolution was specifically requested by our Truett Cathy. Sad.” Chick-fil-A may make a Legislative Delegation, Senator Montford and Sincerely, Representative Shoaf during the legislative delegation Doug Darling, President good chicken sandwich but their capitulation meeting held October 2, 2019. Citizens for Responsible Government to those who hate what they stood for has left The Commission appointed designee to the Task of Jefferson County a bad taste in the mouths of their loyal customers. GLAAD, Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation, was not appeased by the Change Causes Fear announcement. GLAAD spokesman Drew Anderson said Chick-fil-A needs to do more “Mommy, can you leave the light on?” It’s a the equivalent of adding a city the size of Orlando every and “speak out against the anti-LGBTQ common request of small children at bedtime. The year.” reputation their brand represents.” Looks like change from light to dark brings with it fear of monsters This change is coming and it’s coming to Jefferson Chick-fil-A hasn’t made anyone happy trying under the bed or creatures in the closet. Most children County. Leon County’s growth is east. ‘Heritage Hills’ to walk the tightrope between Christian grow out of the fear but these feelings of things being development near 59 and I-10 is sold out. Look at the convictions and a crazed culture. different causes fear throughout our lives. other developments and the amount of cleared land. One Chick-fil-A’s everywhere are closed on Reacting to change and its fear has distinct stages local realtor said the $300,000 range in the housing Sundays. Truett Cathy said that the “decision like dealing with any loss. First is Denial (NO) followed market is hot here. to close on Sunday was our way of honoring by Opposition (I’ll fight this). Then the critical stage The state Department of Transportation is getting God and of directing our attention to things Resignation (This is happening). The next two stages are ahead of the demand by extending the Sun Coast toll that mattered more than business.” I suppose the positive ones where Realization (Good is an road from the central region into the panhandle. Toll business matters more now. The fast food road extension will pass through several counties with outcome) and Embracement (We can work with this) chain is learning the truth in Christ’s words, happen. good available land and underdeveloped economies. “No one can serve two masters … You cannot Florida is one of five states with no state income tax This infrastructure connects several of the key arteries of serve God and wealth,” (Matthew 6:24). and it is the only one on the east coast. Florida has good the state highway system –improving the overall weather most of the year and it’s particularly nice for network. There may be some zealots that call for a longer across the Northern panhandle. Florida has Currently, Jefferson County is in the toll road boycott, I hope not. I do not believe in exceptional outdoor opportunities for fishing, hunting, extension plan. The timeline is such that there is plenty boycotts. Besides, Chick-fil-A has a greater birding, boating, horse riding, flying, hiking, camping, of time to embrace the coming change and prepare concern than the probability of a boycott. It RV and so on. Florida has world class educational ourselves to make the most of it. We can get our has wandered into the no man’s land of institutions. Florida celebrates its diversity and cultural comprehensive plan and our future land use maps up to compromise. richness. Florida checks every desirability box on the date and ready. We can take advantage of available state I hope they heed the warning Jesus gave list! money for education for job training to prepare people to to the church at Laodicea, “I know your Hence, Florida’s population continues to grow. “The support the toll road labor needs and for the future. We deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot; I wish Demographic Estimating Conference, Florida's can create a plan to truly make Monticello and the county that you were cold or hot. So because you are population between April 1, 2018 and April 1, 2024 is into a walk-able place where people spend time after 5 lukewarm, and neither hot nor cold, I will spit expected to grow by an average of 330,605 residents per PM and on the weekends. you out of My mouth,” (Revelation 3:15-16) year. The roughly 900 new Florida residents each day is Phil Calandra

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Any witness or informant who provides $5,000 in monetary reward – should an arrest be made $10,000 information that leads to an arrest will be eligible for a based on provided witness information. from page 1 reward that is worth up to $10,000. Those with information related to the night of Florida Sheriff's Association are asking for the aid of Big Bend Crime Stoppers is offering up to $5,000 Hall's death are asked to call Big Bend Crime anyone who has any information (big or small) related in reward monies, and the Florida Sheriff's Stoppers at (850) 574-TIPS. to Hall's death. Association is offering to match up to an additional If you saw something, say something.

As school is currently out in Jefferson County, the Marko Earl is a 26-years-old black male, who is WANTED area had plenty of children – which both enhanced approximately 5'10 and 197 pounds. He was last seen from page 1 local law enforcement's need for quick action in wearing a red hoodie with black sweatpants, and was While deputies from the Jefferson County Sheriff's finding Earl, as well as complicating the search. The armed with a handgun. Office (JCSO) and officers with the Monticello Police high volume of additional foot traffic masked Earl's “If you see Earl or have any information on his Department established a perimeter, K9 officers from scent, making it harder for the K9 bloodhounds to location, please call 911 immediately, as he is the Jefferson Correctional Institute and Florida trace. considered armed and dangerous,” advised the JCSO in Highway Patrol began to search for the fugitive. Ultimately, the search was called off at around a release issued on the department's Facebook page. While law enforcement officers had a photograph 2:25 p.m. without locating Earl. Anyone with information pertaining to Earl's and physical description of Earl, the K9 officers were The JCSO is continuing the investigation, location is asked to either call 911 or the Jefferson not able to pick up on Earl's trail due to the heavy however, and is asking for the community's help in County Sheriff's Office at (850) 997-2523. amount of foot traffic in the area. locating this potentially dangerous suspect. Any information helps, no matter how small.

Monticello has hosted the Light Parade, and members where it will end just as it passes The First bank. CHRISTMAS of the community, civic organizations and businesses Golf Cart and live music parade entries will be from page 1 are invited to join in and make this second annual $10. Individual “jingle walkers” will be $5, with festivities will be held on Friday, December 6, from 5- parade a glittering success! families and civic or school groups being $10. 8:30 p.m., and vendor set up will be from 2:30-4:30 This parade will be a little different than other Bicycles will also have a $5 entry. p.m. parades, as no vehicles (aside from golf carts, which All entries must be Christmas themed and be There will be 12 spaces provided for arts and are permitted), will be allowed in the parade; however, decorated with Christmas lights or glowing lights. crafts vendors to display and sell handmade items, strollers, wagons, marching bands and carolers are MainStreet Monticello also requests that no farm fresh products and more. These booths will cost greatly encouraged. Santas walk in the parade, as there is already a special $30 each; hook-ups for electricity can be provided Whether walking or riding in this year's parade, Santa Clause surprise planned for the end of the upon request. MainStreet Monticello requests that everyone dress up parade; in addition, MainStreet asks that only lighted There will also be six booth spots set aside for in Christmas colors, decorate their golf cart with bracelets or necklaces and candy be distributed – the non-profit and civic organizations. Christmas lights, bring jingle bells, wear glow treats must be passed out by hand by walkers, not These booths are available at no charge, but will bracelets/necklaces or any other bright, festive lights thrown. be offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Civic for the parade. Interested in being a vendor or participating in the groups and non-profits will be able to sell food, drinks Parade line-up will begin at 5 p.m., and all parade? Need the complete list of parade and vendor and crafts from their booths. participants must be in place no later than 5:30 p.m.; rules? Looking for applications? Visit the MainStreet For all vendors, no tents are allowed in booth line up will be held near the Jefferson County Offices, Monticello Christmas Facebook page at “Christmas in spots. at 500 W. Walnut St. Monticello” or contact MainStreet Director Amy On Friday, Dec. 6, starting at 6 p.m., Monticello At 6 p.m., the parade procession will travel east McDaniels at [email protected]. will be visited by a parade of lights as the MainStreet on Walnut Street, cross over Hwy 19, turn left on Parade and vendor Applications must be turned in no Monticello's Christmas Parade rolls down the street. Cherry Street, then turn right on Dogwood Street, later than Friday, Nov. 29. This will be the second time that MainStreet

receive Child Trafficking Prevention and require safety, teen dating violence and abuse, the nature and TRAINING every school in the state to declare itself a Child importance of free enterprise in the United States from page 1 Trafficking Free Zone.” said Geoff Rogers, CEO and economy, character development courses, mental and designation as one of the three states with the worst co-founder of the U.S. Institute Against Human emotional health education, amongst the new child human trafficking; Florida is preceded on that list Trafficking. "We hope more states will follow their trafficking prevention course. only by California and Texas. lead as we seek to put an end to this terrible crime in There will also be expansions to the History of “Human trafficking is a form of modern-day the United States." the Holocaust curriculum, the comprehensive health slavery,” describes the Human Trafficking Hotline. Due to the widespread and often hidden nature of package curriculum and schools will have to add a “This crime occurs when a trafficker uses force, human trafficking, there has yet to be an established, course on the study of the Bible and religion, CPR fraud or coercion to control another person for the standard profile of a child-trafficking victim. There training and first aid and severe bleeding training. purpose of engaging in commercial sex acts or are, however, several risk factors that tend to indicate “All are very important things – things that as soliciting labor or services against his [or] her will.” that certain children are more susceptible. Reports parents and community members, we want our As trafficking becomes a more prevalent show that traffickers often target children and youth children exposed to,” stated Arbulu, but her words problem in the modern age, Florida lawmakers are with a history of sexual abuse, dating violence, low were tinged with hesitance too. “Whenever we add in taking steps to not only curb the illegal trafficking self-esteem and minimal social support. something new, we must take away from something industry, but also to raise awareness on the methods At the meeting of the Jefferson County School else, because there are only so many hours in a day.” employed by traffickers. Board on Tuesday, Nov. 19, Superintendent According to Arbulu, whenever legislature adds In late September, the Florida State Board of Marianne Arbulu spoke on the new requirements that in new courses to be added into the school day, other Education approved a new rule that will require all will be coming to Florida school districts, and while subjects face being cut, shortened or forgotton. students between the grades of kindergarten to their she praised the addition as a “wonderful and “We are here to educate in the core curriculums, senior year of high school (K-12) to receive child necessary” addition to a child's education, Arbulu and these things are taking over,” stated Arbulu. “If trafficking prevention training by their school also offered a more hesitant perspective on what there was a pie chart, there would likely be more district. these new course requirements would mean. time spent on these wonderful, and necessary things, With this plan set in place, Florida will be the According to Arbulu, the state had proposed but not on a core education.” first state in the nation to address the need for “four pages of additional requirements” in new Finalizing her thoughts, Arbulu asked the board instruction in child trafficking prevention. courses that will be added to the education of Florida to remember in their talks with their legislative “Tragically, human trafficking is an epidemic in students. delegation that “the school day is finite” and that our country,” said Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Of these additional educational requirements, whenever a new course comes in, something else “Children of all ages need to know and understand Arbulu mentioned courses pertaining to internet must be removed. the hazards of human trafficking and how to protect themselves from dangerous predators.” Most children who are abducted or involved in human trafficking are between the ages of 11-13. The The Red Hills Ride National Center for Missing and Exploited Children reports that one out of eight endangered, runaway children are likely the victims of human trafficking. “Our number one priority is the safety of Florida’s students. It is never too early to learn about prevention, safety and safely using technology,” said Florida Commissioner of Education Richard Corcoran. “I thank Governor DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis for their commitment to ensuring every child has the tools necessary to identify and address these important issues.” This first-in-the-nation ruling decrees that by Sunday, Dec. 1, all Florida school districts must submit an implementation plan to the commissioner of education, as well as post their plan publicly on their district website. Each school district's individual plan must include the methods in which instruction will be delivered to each grade level, the professional qualifications of the person(s) who will be delivering the instruction, and a description of the materials and resources that will be used in the student instruction. The rule also specifies that every school in Florida publicly recognize themselves as a “Child Trafficking Free Zone.” Every July 1, starting in 2020, each Florida school district must also submit an annual report to ECB Publishing, Inc. Photo By Susan Epstein, November 16, 2019 the commissioner of education that verifies they have Traveling down the Ashville Highway is Sean Hurley, a Connecticut native and current assistant professor of art at Valdosta State University who was the lead cyclist in the 75-mile Red Hills Ride completed the trafficking instruction program. on Saturday, Nov. 16. The annual ride – which started in Thomasville, ran through Jefferson County, “Florida continues to lead the nation in the fight and back to Thomasville – was to raise awareness about diabetes. The event this year attracted against human trafficking by being the first state in about 150 bicyclists and raised more than $8,000 for the Florida Diabetes Camp, which hosts the country to mandate every student in K-12 to children and teaches them about the disease. 4 • MONTICELLO NEWS • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2019 Community News American Legion Post 49 announces gun raffle winner

Black Friday Sale! UP TONov. 26-29 ECB Publishing, Inc. Photo By Debbie Snapp, November 14, 2019 Save an extra Tony Brock was the winner of a custom-made shotgun through a fundraising effort of the American Legion Post 49. Pictured, from left to right, are: Ed Gifford, Ken Faircloth, Brock and Mike Robinson.

% Debbie Snapp Mossberg 930 combo 12 gauge 3” mag semi- % ECB Publishing, Inc. automatic with rifled slug barrel shotgun; 50 custom-built by custom firearm manufacturer and OFF! The American Legion Otto M. Walker Post 49 gunsmith, Mike Robinson. Look for our insert in today’s paper. Commander Ken Faircloth and Jefferson County When Robinson, the owner and operator of OFF! Commissioner Gene Hall announced that Tony Robinson Gunworks, offered a custom-built AR-15 10 Brock was the winner of the Post's most recent gun instead, Brock happily agreed. raffle fundraiser on Monday, Nov. 11. Brock is a military veteran of Thomasville, Ga. When Faircloth and Hall announced Brock as He purchased just one ticket from local resident and the winner, Brock was not present, but he was very fellow veteran, Chuck Phillips. excited for his good luck when he received the Robinson Gunworks is located at 705 S. Water phone call declaring that he was the big winner of a St., in Monticello. Woman's Club members bake a holiday tradition

Photo Courtesy of Dianne Braren Four members of the Monticello Woman's Club are hard at work as they prepare and bake 100 loaves of the club's delicious holiday cakes. The cakes, which are like a fruitcake (just without the citron peel) are a part of the club's holiday tradition; the sale of the cakes helps fund the club's sponsored causes and events. Pictured, from left to right, are: Anne Horton, Club President Dianne Braren, LilyMae Brumbley and Club Treasurer Jennifer King. MONTICELLO NEWS • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2019 • 5 “The Cleaning Lady” Obituaries Full Service House Keeping One time cleanings welcome Attention to detail Residential William "Billy" Martin Burnette Commercial William "Billy" Martin Burnette, 77, passed children: Will Burnette (Kelli), John Thomas Friendly & reliable staff away on Friday, Nov. 22, 2019, in Madison, Fla. Burnette (Kim), Caleb Burnette (Lauren), Gary Call For a Free Estimate Billy was born November 25, 1941 in Madison, to Luke (Tammi) and David Luke (Tiffany); his John Caleb Burnette and Kathleen Martin sister, Mary Kay Blume; grandchildren: Sophie, 850-510-4225 Burnette. Harlan Grace, John Cullen Burnette, Andrew $ Billy was a Christian and was active in prison Rivers Austin, Emily, Carson, Callahan and John 10 OFF ministry for the past 25 years. He served with David Luke. your first service with us Kairos Ministries for many years. Billy worked as Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, TD-GCI0308356-01 a building contractor for more than 40 years and Nov. 27, 2019 at 4 p.m. at Burns Funeral Home of was a graduate of Florida State University with a Madison with Mr. Kenny Munds officiating. The degree in accounting. family will receive friends from 3 to 4 p.m.. All Billy was preceded in death by his parents J.C. arrangements are under the direction of Burns Burnette and Kathleen Martin and his two Funeral Home of Madison. brothers: Johnny Burnette and Dan Burnette. Friends may sign the online guest book at Billy is survived by his wife, Cissy Burnette; joepburnsfuneralhomes.com. Jeanie Kilpatrick Ervin Jeanie Kilpatrick Ervin, 55, passed away Florida State fan. She loved spending time in the suddenly on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019. Jeanie was born outdoors, especially on Florida’s beaches and in Garden Grove, Calif., on April 30, 1964, to reveled in God’s creation. Her firm faith in Christ Bernice “Sissy” (Entzminger) Kilpatrick and the late led to a life of service in her church and community, Kelly Kilpatrick. She is a graduate of Jefferson which impacted many. Above all, Jeanie wanted County High School (1982) and Stetson University others to know the fullness of life that only comes (1986). through Christ. Jeanie is preceded in death by her father; Visitation was on Friday, Nov. 22, 2019, at paternal grandparents, George and Mae (Phillips) Jefferson Funeral Chapel, 5755 Castlewellan Dr., in Kilpatrick; and maternal grandparents, Rev. John Alexandria, Va. 22315 from 6-8 p.m. A funeral Thaddeus and Bernice (Hilton) Entzminger. Jeanie service was held at South Run Baptist Church, 8712 leaves behind her loving husband of 32 years, Ben Selger Dr., in Springfield, VA 22153 on Saturday, Harris Ervin; three sons: Clifton James (Sarah) Nov. 23, 2019 at 2 p.m. An interment will be held at Happy Thanksgiving! Ervin, Thomas (Sarah) Ervin and Jackson Ervin. She Tallahassee National Cemetery (Fla.) on Monday, Giving Thanks For Longevity! is also survived by her mother; a sister, Jessica Dec. 2, 2019 at 11 a.m. Oldest Surviving Natives (Chad) Rowell; a brother-in-law, Guy (Fran) Ervin; The family wishes to thank the many friends LLOYD, FLORIDA two sisters-in-law: Carrie Ann (Bill) Tellefsen and who have prayed, visited, and ministered to us Age Thankful Survivor Robin Ervin. during this difficult time. In lieu of Flowers, 97 • James Bassa, Sr. (Delray Beach, Fl.) Jeanie will be missed by her nephews and donations can be made to the Lottie Moon 96 • Mary Jackson Denmark nieces, extended family members, and a multitude of Christmas Offering. Please make checks payable to (Brynwood Center) Monticello, Fl. dear friends. Jeanie was a lover of life and of people. IMB, add [F9LMCO] to the memo, and mail to IMB 96 • Sarah Lawrence Simmons (Fayetteville, Ga.) She was a helper, a doer, a caretaker, and zealous 3806 Monument Avenue, Richmond, Va. 23230. 95 • Lula Mae Wilson Blake (St. Phillip Community) Lloyd, Florida 93 • Maggie Huggins Bozeman (New York City, N.Y.) 93 • Morris Glenn, Jr. (Tampa, Fl.) 93 • Fred Green, Jr. (Palatka, Fl.) COMMUNITY CALENDAR 91 • Herman Lockett (Delray Beach, Fl.) [email protected] OR (850) 997-3568 91 • Rosa Lee Johnson (Tallahassee, Fl.) November 27 2 p.m. at The Eagle's Nest, 1085 S. Water St. Contact 91 • Herbert Graham Jefferson Arts Gallery will have on display in the Troop Leader Phil Smith at (850) 342-0196 or (850) (Detroit, Mich.) gallery “Flavors of Fall” by artist Karen Stewart, 509-1873. 91 • Amie Green Graham from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Wednesday and December 2 (Winter Haven, Fl.) 90 • Marie Barrington Garmon Saturday through November. The Arts is located at Boy Scout Troop 803 meets at 7 p.m. on Monday (Brynwood Center) Monticello, Fl. 575 W. Washington St. nights at The Eagle's Nest on South Water Street, for 90 • Dorothy Hightower Plummer November 27 boys ages 10 to 18. For more information contact (St. Phillip Community) Lloyd, Florida 90 • Millie Norton Wilson Kiwanis meets at 12 p.m. on Wednesday at the Troop Leader Bear Register at (850) 519-3955. (St. Phillip Community) Lloyd, Florida Jefferson Country Club for lunch and a program. December 2 November 28 Jefferson County Lions Club meets at 5:30 p.m. on *Compilator: Rosa Bassa (Lloyd, Florida) Community Thanksgiving Day Dinner will be held at the first and third Monday at the Health Department *Niece of Bassa *First Cousin of the First United Methodist Church from 11:30 a.m. to annex, 1255 W. Washington St., for a meeting and Simmons, Glenn, Green & A. Graham 1:30 p.m. This traditional Thursday afternoon meal is program free and will be prepared and served by volunteers. December 3 All the community is invited to come to enjoy a Knitters & Crocheters delicious meal and good friendly fellowship with Group meets at 10 a.m. on neighbors, friends and family. Donations of food, the first and third Tuesday pies, monetary gifts and help are always appreciated. of the month at the public If you would like to participate in this annual event library. Bring your projects contact Coordinator Dean Jerger at (850) 997-1653 or to work. Someone is call the church at (850) 997-5545. Deliveries will be available to help. Contact made to shut-ins and transportation will be provided Nancy Banks at (850) 491- to and from, but arrangements must be made in 0887 for more advance by calling (850) 997-2110. information. November 29 December 3 Rotary meets at 12 p.m. on Friday at the Chamber for Monticello-Jefferson lunch and a program. County Chamber of November 29 Commerce will hold its Monticello Jamboree Band performs music for annual Christmas Party at dancing every Friday night at 7 p.m. at 625 S. Water 5 p.m. at 420 W. St. Everyone is welcome to come to dance, listen to Washington St. Contact some of the finest music, enjoy door prizes, soft Executive Director Katrina drinks, snacks, and just enjoy some fun and Richardson at (850) 997- camaraderie with neighbors and friends. This is a 5552 for more nonprofit charitable event. Donations are accepted. information. The public is For questions or concerns contact Darlene Aldrich at welcome to come join the (850) 556-5218. celebration and learn more November 30 about what the Chamber Jefferson Arts Gallery will have on display in the has to offer its members. gallery “Flavors of Fall” by artist Karen Stewart, December 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Wednesday and Monticello Woman’s Club Saturday through November. The Arts is located at meets at 11:30 a.m. on the CAPITAL 575 W. Washington St. first Tuesday at its December 1 clubhouse on 975 E. Pearl MONUMENT COMPANY VFW Post 251 and it's Auxiliary Unit meet at 5 p.m. St. for a program, lunch on the first Sunday at the former full-service building and a meeting. Contact on the old Jefferson Elementary School campus at President Dianne Braren at GRANITE • MARBLE • BRONZE Mamie Scott Drive and Rocky Branch Road. Contact (850) 264-6533 for more Commander Ned Hill at (850) 339-5524 or President information. Your Vision - Your Budget Shirley Washington at (850) 997-8333 for more December 4 information. Kiwanis meets at 12 p.m. CUSTOMIZED MONUMENTS December 1 on Wednesday at the BY DAVE PENDLETON Cub Scout Pack 803, for boys and girls ages 6-10, Jefferson Country Club for meets on the first and third Sunday of each month at lunch and a program. 850-567-3807 850-383-1300 6 • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2019 • MONTICELLO NEWS Decorated war hero speaks at local veteran-focused event

ECB Publishing, Inc. Photo By Debbie s Snapp, November 9, 2019 Veterans John Haynes, Ron Miller and Charles LaCroix enjoy a prime rib dinner during the American Valor Dinner.

injuries that occurred just outside of Fallujah, Iraq, retiring him from military service after 21 years. His speech provided an introspect on how he has coped with life since his retirement from service. Lt. Redman entered into military service just Debbie Snapp before the 9/11 attacks that shook America; he was ECB Publishing, Inc. ready, he said, to serve his country with true diligence. His book is a genuine account of his story ECB Publishing, Inc. Photo By Debbie Snapp, November 9, 2019 The Inaugural American Valor Dinner, honoring of tragedy and moving on from that place of grief. Jefferson County veterans, was held on Saturday, Navy Seal (ret.) and author of The Trident: the "We're Americans, it's what we do," he told the Forging and Reforging of a Navy SEAL Leader, Nov. 9, in the Carriage Moon Café at Willow Pond. room full of guests, many of whom were veterans Lt. Jason Redman was the guest speaker for the The evening began with a welcome and a thank you themselves. "God gave me a second chance. It's my Inaugural American Valor Dinner, on Saturday, from Lynn Stafford, president of the hosting group, duty to keep going. Nov. 9. Keystone Federated Republican Women (KFRW). Lt. Redman has since dedicated his new life to heroes. He also founded SOF Spoken, a speaking FRW honored 36 veterans during the evening supporting his fellow veterans, particularly when it company that focuses on leadership, teamwork and and 32 attended as guests due to the generosity of comes to speaking on their behalf. He was very overcoming adversities for businesses, first event sponsors. It was a truly special night for our humbled by the number of veterans in the audience. responders, sports teams and government local veterans and heroes of foreign wars and Some of the "hometown heroes" went home with a organizations. engagements. signed copy of his book … as part of their sponsored The Keystone Federated Republican Women's J.T. Surles of Brick House Eatery catered the ticket! club was established on July 26, 2018, with several prime rib dinner and Carrie Ann & Company Lt. Redman has been awarded the Bronze Star objectives that support the United States military and provided the desserts. A silent auction was held and Medal with Valor, the Purple Heart, the Defense veterans, and educating the community on various KFRW had some of its merchandise available for Meritorious Service Medal, two Combat Action civic issues. Its mission is to provide a forum for all sale. The evening was enjoyed by all. Ribbons and the United States Army Ranger tab women to be key players at the political table on Featured guest speaker was Lt. Jason Redman, along with numerous other personal and unit awards. local, state and national issues. retired Navy SEAL and author of The Trident: the Lt. Redman founded Wounded Wear, a non- Many who attended the event are encouraging Forging and Reforging of a Navy SEAL Leader. He profit organization that supports combat-wounded KFRW to schedule the event as an annual one, rather shared with the attendees about his war-related warriors and the families of our country's fallen than biannual, as they had initially considered.

ECB Publishing, Inc. Photo By Debbie Snapp, November 9, 2019 KFRW secretary Susan Carabello (left) welcomed and recognized ECB Publishing, Inc. Photo By Debbie Snapp, veterans and other special guests to ECB Publishing, Inc. Photo By Debbie Snapp, November 9, 2019 November 9, 2019 the Inaugural American Valor Dinner The Leon County Sheriff's Office Honor Guard presented the Colors dur- Neil Young and Don Ledberry event. KFRW President Lynn Stafford ing the American Valor Dinner event. Pictured, from left to right, are: C. Try- visit during the Inaugural (right) was Master of Ceremony for man, S. Edwards, R. Gaines and E. Thomas. American Valor Dinner. the program.

ECB Publishing, Inc. Photo By Debbie Snapp, November 9, 2019 ECB Publishing, Inc. Photo By Debbie Snapp, November 9, 2019 American Legion Post 49 was well represented during the Inaugural During the Inaugural American Valor Dinner guest Howard Pepper visited American Valor Dinner. Pictured, from left to right seated, are: Harry and with guest speaker Lt. Jason Redman about his book, The Trident: the Diana Mulhearn, standing are: Andy Slik, Cheryl and Ed Gifford, Ron Slik, Forging and Reforging of a Navy SEAL Leader. Ken Faircloth and Yvonne Beach visiting with veteran John Haynes.

ECB Publishing, Inc. Photo By Debbie Snapp, November 9, 2019 ECB Publishing, Inc. Photo By Debbie Snapp, November 9, 2019 KFRW members Judi Cleckner and Lynn Stafford registered guests to Gretchen Wallace and Andrew King were put in charge of the KFRW the Inaugural American Valor Dinner. display table during the Inaugural American Valor Dinner. MONTICELLO NEWS • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2019 • 7 Community News City of Boston ushers in Christmas season Special events planned Photos Courtesy of the Boston Community Club With their self-described “Norman Rockwell setting,” the City of Boston is inviting everyone to come visit the Georgia city during the Christmas season. With a beautiful historic district, merchant Black Friday sales, horse- drawn carriage rides and a downtown marketplace, Boston is a must-visit for holiday celebrators throughout the season.

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If you’re looking for a Norman Rockwell setting to usher in the holidays, visit downtown Boston, Ga., where you will find twinkling lights, seasonal music in the air and a hearty greeting from each person you meet! Located just an easy drive in eastern Thomas County, just off U.S. Hwy 84, a slower pace awaits you! Special events to include in your holiday plans include: Black Friday sales the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas In Boston Celebration on Saturday, Dec. 7 and the Live Nativity scene at the Boston Baptist Church, on Sunday, Dec. 8. Put away your Thanksgiving leftovers on Friday, Nov. 29 and visit Boston, where you will find merchants happy to greet you and assist in finding gifts for those special folks on Jefferson County School Board your list. Easy parking, great sales, and Monticello, Florida refreshments make for a relaxed experience. Boston's toy and gift shop, Cahoots will be Happy Thanksgiving! offering free Christmas gift wrapping and you Giving Thanks For Longevity! will find holiday spirit in each shop, making Oldest Oldest Surviving Employees your shopping convenient and a pleasure. (Howard Academy High School) Saturday, Dec. 7 at 6:30 p.m., Boston will Age Thankful Survivor welcome Santa Claus! 102 • Willie Mae Escorted into town while riding in a Shingles Seabrooks horse-drawn carriage; his parade will include (Monticello, Fl.) equestrian units and festive golf carts. Santa *Elementary Teacher 93 • George W. Pittman, Sr. will be in Watt Park on Main Street (Monticello, Fl.) afterwards to greet the children. Also in Watt *Principal Park, the Dance Academy will perform on 93 • Cora Laster Henry stage. Caroling, refreshments and carriage (Monticello, Fl.) rides around historic Boston will be available. *Elementary Teacher 93 • Gussie Lee Green Hightower To enter your decorated golf cart in the (Wacissa, Fl.) parade, please be in place on Railroad Avenue *Janitorial Technician by 6 p.m. Carts will be judged and the (Birthday: December 12) winner awarded a $100 cash prize. 91 • Thelma Wade Canty (Monticello, Fl.) Danny Groover, mayor, invites everyone *Cafeterian to enjoy the festive atmosphere. He says: “Shops will be open late for your shopping *Compilator: Rosa Bassa convenience and local restaurants will be (Lloyd, Fl.) *Class of 1968 open for your Saturday night supper! Come, join us!” An annual event that sets the tone for the season and eagerly anticipated is the live Happy Thanksgiving! nativity presented by Boston Baptist Church Giving Thanks For Longevity! on South Main Street. Beginning at 6:30 Oldest Surviving Siblings p.m., on Sunday, Dec. 8, everyone is invited With No Decendents to enjoy the Natives of Lloyd, Florida Biblical story and join in singing of Age Thankful Survivor Christmas hymns. 89 • Essie Mae Hall Tyson (Capps, Fl.) Refreshments 86 • Louvenia Hall Reddick served afterwards. (Capitola, Fl.) Bring your 84 • Etta Mae Hall Gallon family and friends (Tallahassee, Fl.) to Boston, Ga., 81 • Flora Lee Hall Williams where the (Lloyd, Fl.) welcome mat is 79 • Rev. Wilson Hall always out. To (Tallahassee, Fl.) 74 • Daisy Hall Gardner learn more about (Lloyd, Fl.) the city and its events, visit their *Parents: • Morris (Bud) Hall website at (Died: 1969) bostonga.com or • Leatha Graham Hall call (229) 498- (Died: 1972) 6743 for more *Compilator: Rosa Bassa (Lloyd, Fl.) information. (Neighbor & Family Friend) 8 • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2019 • MONTICELLO NEWS MONTICELLO NEWS • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2019 • 9 Welcome visitors using the five senses

Savannah Reams deodorizer such as Arm & Hammer Double Duty ECB Publishing, Inc. Litter Deodorizer, which should be lightly sprinkled on the bottom of a clean litter box before pouring When I purchased and renovated my home fresh litter. Once your home is clean, candles or wax several years back, I ran into a dilemma upon the warmers can create a soothing environment. Around project's completion: now what? I had an empty shell the holidays, I prefer scents such as apple or balsam and no earthly idea how to begin the giant task of fir. decorating. This is when my instincts kicked in. My Sight: There are many ways to captivate the fondest memories heavily involve my senses. The sight of company—new decorating trends are on the smell of pies baking, the sound of an old record horizon of every season. However, regardless of your cracking or the touch of my father's calloused hand. personal taste, there are ways to create an Our senses play a major role in how we perceive the aesthetically pleasing experience. I usually go for the world around us—they are so strong, in fact, that gut and choose décor that nods to happy memories in they trigger memories. When we cater to the senses, a fresh, new way. For instance, leaving an old, it's possible to create an extraordinarily pleasing and familiar message on a new, trendy letter board; or inviting environment—and there's no better time to placing your grandmother's crocheted afghan over amp up an inviting atmosphere than the holidays, your sleek, modern furniture. Incorporating the old which are fast approaching. with the new is sure to stir the emotions of your Smell: I can assure you, your guests will guests and create a beautiful sight. appreciate a home that smells inviting. However, Touch: Invitation and comfort go hand and hand. before you light candles or whip out the essential If you're seeking to create an inviting environment, oils, make sure you have eliminated any displeasing then focus on the sense of touch. Do your guests have odors in your home. If you have pets who live with a soft, pleasing throw at arm's length? Place several you indoors, ensure that they are properly groomed, blankets in a basket or bin next to the sofa or brushed and smell fresh before fireplace. Not only will this look organized and company arrives. Change the stylish, but your company will thank you for the kitty litter—I recommend comfort. Never use scratchy sheets in the guest room. Fresh Step Extreme— Invest in a high thread count, soft sheet set for your and use a spare bedroom—while you may not get as much use out of the set as you would like, your guests will thoroughly enjoy the comfort of a good night's sleep and the sheets will last for years to come. Sound and Taste: At my house, there is nothing, GUIDE and I repeat, nothing better than a home-cooked meal and the sound of Ray Charles crooning on a turning record. I feel truly at home as the sounds of familiar songs play throughout my house and the smells of one of my mother's best recipes creep from my kitchen. Cater to your company's senses, too. Find out their favorite music and food and gift them with the joy that comes from feeling appreciated, loved and at home.

Don’t forget about candle safety: • Never leave a burning candle unattended. • Never burn a candle on or near anything that might catch fire. Build • Keep candles out of the reach of children your and pets. customer base! Put your business on the Home Improvement Guide to get discounted rates on advertising. Call (850) 997-3568 and ask for Justice! 10 • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2019 • MONTICELLO NEWS Faith & Family

MONTICELLO Calvary Baptist Church From the Pulpit...

285 Magnolia St. • Monticello • 997-2165

cbcflorida.org Thanksgiving Leftovers Dr. David E. Walker, Pastor Sunday School ...... 9:45 AM On Thursday we celebrate challenging circumstance we face which can empty us Sunday Morning Worship ...... 11:00 AM Thanksgiving Day, but I’d like to out. Some Christians live out their lives seemingly Sunday Evening ...... 6:00 PM invite you to join me in stretching unaware that they have access to a dynamic spiritual Wednesday Evening ...... 7:00 PM thanksgiving a little bit, sort of power within themselves that can help them more fully like we do with leftovers. know and experience the abundance God has for us all – Central Baptist Church I love leftovers. I always even in difficult and challenging times. 625 Tindell Rd. • Aucilla • 997-2081 have. I especially look forward to Wouldn't it be tragic if Clark Kent lived his whole P.O. Box 163 • Monticello some unbelievable Thanksgiving life without realizing that he had the power to be Pastor Daryl Adams Rev. John Hicks dinner leftovers. Some may liken superman? Imagine Clark as an old man on his (850) 251-0129 it to an addiction, but if it is, I deathbed happening to look down at his chest and Sunday School...... 9:45 AM have to admit it would be difficult to stop cold turkey. wondering, ''Hey! What's this big 'S'?!'' Life could have Sunday Worship Service...... 11:00 AM When it comes to Thanksgiving leftovers, all I really been so much fuller! Worship Service...... 6:00 PM need is a plate, a fork and a microwave. Let’s make sure that none of us gets to our deathbed Wednesday Choir Practice...... 6:00 PM One of my favorite thanksgiving leftover stories in without knowing that God has placed a great big 'S' on Fellowship Meal...... 6:45 PM the Bible is found in John 6:5-13. Starting with five our hearts. ('S' standing for 'Spirit'.) The Holy Spirit Prayer Meeting/Bible Study...... 7:10 PM small barley rolls and two sardines, Jesus fed a crowd of within us is the inner power of God given to us in “good 5,000 men (many more when you add in women and measure, pressed down, shaken together and running Central Church of Christ children!) Jesus gave thanks, broke the bread and fish, over.” Our God is a God of abundance and generosity. and had the disciples distribute the food. When Recognize it and claim it! US 19 South at Cooper’s Pond Road everyone had enough to eat, Jesus had the disciples ''I pray that out of His glorious riches He may (850) 997-1166 Minister Steve Cordle gather the leftover pieces saying, “Let nothing be strengthen you with power through His Spirit in your Sunday Bible School...... 10:00 AM wasted.” The disciples gathered and filled twelve inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts Worship Hour...... 11:00 AM baskets with the pieces of barley bread. Not only did through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and Wednesday everyone have enough to eat, there were 12 baskets of established in love, may have power, together with all Bible Study ...... 7:00 PM food leftover! the saints, to grasp how wide and long and high and Our God is a God of leftovers. What I mean by that deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that Christ Episcopal Church is that our God is a God of abundance and generosity. surpasses knowledge-that you may be filled to the 425 N. Cherry St. • Monticello • 997-4116 God doesn't just provide us what we need. God doesn't measure of all the fullness of God. Now to Him who is ChristChurchMonticello.com just give us the bare minimum requirements so that we able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or Email: [email protected] can scrape by. God gives us what we need and then imagine, according to His power that is at work within Father Steve Passah some. us, to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus Communicating the Good News Realizing this fullness of God, however, is throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.'' of Jesus Christ since 1840 sometimes a challenge because of difficult and (Ephesians 3:16-21 NIV). Adult and Children Sunday School...... 9:00 AM Holy Eucharist...... 10:00 AM Nursery provided for children under 5 Church of the Nazarene US 19 N 1590 N. Jefferson St. (US 19) CHURCH NEWS NOTES (850) 997-3906 [email protected] OR (850) 997-3568 [email protected] Shawn and Bethany Grosvenor, Pastors November 28 Coordinator Gary Wright at (850) 997-5705 or (850) Sunday School...... 9:45 AM Morning Worship...... 10:45 AM First United Methodist Church, 325 W. Walnut St., 933-5567. December's meeting will be hosted by St. Student Life Group...... 4:30 PM will host the annual Community Thanksgiving Day Margaret Catholic Church, 1565 E. Washington Hwy. Tuesday Evening Dinner in the Family Ministry Center from 11:30 a.m. December 6, 7 Mens & Ladies Bible Study...... 6:00 PM to 1:30 p.m. on the third Thursday. This is a free event Bethlehem in Monticello from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Saturday and all are invited. Contact Coordinator Dean Jerger at Friday and Saturday. A wonderful ministry and a gift Spanish Church Services...... 7:30 PM (850) 997-1653, or (850) 510-7666, or call the church to the community offered by First United Methodist Cody Pentecostal Holiness at (850) 997-5545 for more information, to make Church with cookies and hot chocolate in the Family donations, to arrange for transportation, or to pick up a Ministry Center, 325 W. Walnut St. For more 3812 Tram Rd. • Monticello • (850) 997-6774 meal for a shut-in. information call (850) 997-4454. [email protected] December 4 December 10 Pastor Ken Turner First Presbyterian Church, 290 E. Dogwood St., will Jefferson County Ministerial Association meets on the Sunday School...... 10.00 AM host EaglesWings, an outreach food ministry serving second Tuesday at the Brick House Eatery at 8 a.m. to Sunday Worship...... 11:00 AM Wednesday Bible Study...... 7:00 PM the community, on the first and third Wednesday from discuss upcoming community events. Churches and 9 to 11 a.m. Volunteers are always needed to distribute communities are stronger when they cooperate and Elizabeth Baptist Church food items and to donate non-perishable food items. meet together. Contact Coordinator JoAnne Arnold at (850) 997- December 18 4124 Bassett Dairy Rd. • (850) 997-8444 1084. First Presbyterian Church, 290 E. Dogwood St., will Email: [email protected] December 5 host EaglesWings, an outreach food ministry serving ebcmonticello.com Community Prayer Breakfast is held from 7 to 8 a.m. the community, on the first and third Wednesday from

Sunday Bible Study...... 9:45 AM on the first Thursday of each month, September 9 to 11 a.m. Volunteers are always needed to distribute Morning Worship Service...... 11:00 AM through May, at a different location with a guest food items and to donate non-perishable food items. Choir Practice...... 5:00 PM speaker and a program. All are welcome to come and Contact Coordinator JoAnne Arnold at (850) 997- Evening Worship Service...... 6:00 PM bring a guest. For more information contact 1084. Wednesday Bible Study/Prayer Meeting...... 6:00 PM RA’s/GA’s/Mission Friends/Youth MONTICELLO MONTICELLO First Baptist Church of Monticello Greater Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church Restored Glory Christian Center 325 W. Washington St. 690 Cypress St., Monticello • (850) 997-4375 1287 S. Jefferson St. • 997-RGCC (7422) Monticello (850) 997-2349 • fbcmonticello.org “Still standing on the promises of God” restoredglory.org Pastor Sean Vickers Dr. Melvin Roberts, Pastor Pastor Eddie and Elder Veronica Yon Worship – Grow – Serve - Share Sunday Church School...... 10:00 A.M. Monday Womens Fitness & Fellowship...6:00 PM Sunday Sunday Praise & Worship...... 11:15 A.M. Sunday Church Service...... 10:00 AM Sunday Morning Bible Study...... 9:30 AM 2nd Sunday...... Youth Praise & Worship Tuesday Night Taebo...... 6:00 PM Worship...... 10:45 AM 3rd Sunday...... Holy Communion Thursday Church Service...... 7:00 PM Children’s Church (K5 - Second Grade) 4th Sunday...... Individual Outreach Ministry Pastor’s Office by Appointment Sunday Evening Bible Study...... 6:00 PM Wednesday Wednesday Prayer Meeting...... 6:30 P.M. Sardis United Methodist Church Family Meal...... 5:00 PM Bible Study...... 7:00 P.M. Children’s Ministry...... 6:00 PM Youth Ministry...... 6:00 PM 4543 Waukeenah Hwy. • (850) 264-0802 Adult Prayer and Bible Study...... 6:00 PM Memorial M.B. Church sardismumc.org Choir Practice...... 7:00 PM Pastor Steve Lenzo 780 Second St. • Monticello • 997-4947 [email protected] First Corinthian Church Moderator J.B. Duval, Pastor Sunday Worship Service ...... 9:30 AM Sunday Church School...... 9:30 AM Sunday School To Follow 955 Lemon St./ P.O. Box 1112, Monticello, Sunday Worship (2nd, 3rd, 4th Sundays)....11:00 AM Tuesday Bible Study...... 6:30 PM (850) 545-2039 Youth Worship (2nd Sunday)...... 11:00 AM [email protected] Wednesdays Pastor John Jones Prayer Meeting/Bible Study...... 7:00 PM St. Phillip A.M.E. Church Sabbath Morning Worship...... 11:00 AM Wednesday/Friday Bible Study...... 6:30 PM Hwy. 27 South (1 mile south of Hwy 59) New Hope Church of God Monticello • (850) 997-4226 Rev. J. W. Tisdale First Presbyterian Church 415 E. Palmer Mill Rd. • Monticello • 997-1119 Sunday Morning...... 9:30 AM newhopecog.net “The Sunday Place To Be” 290 E. Dogwood St., Monticello • 997-2252 Sunday Worship...... 11:00 AM Pastor Dr. E. Bob Kuschel Tuesday Sunday School...... 10:00 AM Basic English Class by Gloria Norton...... 7:00 PM Sunday School...... 10:00 AM Worship Service...... 11:00 AM Wednesday Sunday Worship...... 11:00 AM Wed. Bible Study...... 7:00 PM Prayer & Bible Study...... 7:00 PM First United Methodist Church Olive Baptist Church St. Rilla Missionary Baptist Church 325 W. Walnut St., Monticello • 997-5545 Rev. Jonathan Brewster 7369 Boston Hwy. Monticello 13 Barrington Rd., Monticello monticelloFUMC.org (850) 997-1596 (850) 997-8747 Sunday Pastor David During Rev. James Mack, Pastor Praise & Worship...... 8:30 AM Sunday Bible Study...... 10:00 AM Sunday School...... 9:45 AM Sunday School...... 9:30 AM Sunday Worship...... 11:00 AM Morning Worship (1st and 3rd Sundays)...11:00 AM Traditional Worship...... 11:00 AM Sunday Evening...... 6:00 PM Thursday before Morning Worship Youth - Merge Students...... 6:00 PM Wednesday Bible & Prayer Meeting...... 7:00 PM Bible Study/Prayer Meeting...... 7:30 PM MONTICELLO NEWS • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2019 • 11 Faith & Family

classroom has just been First Baptist Church of Lloyd completed, which includes a stage to expand that ministry. First Baptist Church of Lloyd holds its Sunday school classes for all ages at 9:15 a.m., John Frizzell followed by a morning worship service at 10:30 a.m. On Sunday evenings, youth and children services begin at 5:30 p.m., while the adult service begins at 6 p.m. On Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m., an evening meal is Debbie Snapp Frizzell has been in the ministry prepared and served, followed ECB Publishing, Inc. for the better part of his life. He met by a church service at 6:30 p.m. and married his wife Betty during There is also a sign language class John Frizzell moved his family his college years in Upstate New and children and youth services at to Monticello about two years ago York, where they both attended the 6 p.m. on Wednesdays. from West Palm Beach, joining the Word of Life Bible Institute. He also On Thursdays, at 9 a.m., a First Baptist Church of Lloyd received a degree in religious group of Crafty Ladies meet to (FBCL). The purpose of their move education studies from a small create new and exciting things for Photo Courtesy of the Frizzell Family was to be closer to family during his Christian college in South Florida. their ministry. John Frizzell, Education Minister at retirement years. What he is looking forward to The church has quite the First Baptist Church of Lloyd Frizzell has been teaching in accomplishing at FBCL is the re- following, with about 120 Christian schools for 22 years, launching of three new Sunday people regularly attending LLOYD starting in the first grade classroom School classrooms that will include Sunday Morning Worship and then moving into the tech lab, a new and updated curriculum. He is Service and 60 people Transforming Life Church Assembly of God where he taught essential computer also proud to announce that a new attending Sunday School. 1206 Springfield Rd., Lloyd skills to students of all ages. Youth Minister has been hired. The church is located at (850) 997-TLC7 [8527] Four months ago, after a When the new classrooms are 124 St. Louis St. in Lloyd. Pastors Tim and Beverly Buchholtz personal Bible study with Church completed, the church family will be For more information about TransformingLifeChurch.com Pastor Jered Day, Frizzell was looking forward to a greater services, programs and Sunday placed in the part-time position of congregation, in both size and scheduled events, contact the Sunday School...... 9:30 AM Celebration Service & Children’s Church...... 10:30 AM Education Minister at FBCL. In this activity. church office at (850) 997- Evening Prayer...... 6:00 PM Frizzell also adds that a new 5309, visiting online at position, he is responsible for Monday - 7 PM overseeing the church's Sunday welcome area is planned for the near fbclloyd.net or emailing Living Free Small Groups school and small group curriculums. future and a new full-service youth [email protected]. Wednesday - 7 PM Adult Bible Study • TLC Youth Group • TLC Kid’s Club Christmas Gospel Concert at First Baptist Church of Lloyd 124 St. Louis St., Lloyd • (850) 997-5309 Philadelphia Missionary Baptist Pastor Jered Day fbclloyd.net • [email protected] Sunday Debbie Snapp during this very special program. Sunday School...... 9:15 AM ECB Publishing, Inc. The community is invited to come and share in Praise & Worship...... 10:30 AM this celebration of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, KidzQuest...... 5:30 PM Philadelphia Missionary Baptist Church will host a and to praise Him through song. Youth Group...... 6:00 PM Evening Praise & Worship...... 6:00 PM Christmas Gospel Concert at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 1. Minister O.J. Sloan and Deacon Charles Gilley Wednesday The Gospel Blendz, from Moultrie, Ga., will are in charge of the evening event. Family Supper...... 5:30 PM perform along with a variety of other song services The church is located at 555 Fulford Rd. Children’s Music, Missions and More...... 6:30 PM Youth Group...... 6:30 PM Worship on Wednesday...... 6:30 PM College and Career...... 8:00 PM Other Bethlehem in Monticello Crafty Ladies Thursday...... 9:30 AM Dec. 6 and 7 TALLAHASSEE Capital Heights Baptist Church th Debbie Snapp its 20 year. Take a step back in time as you walk 7150 Apalachee Pkwy., Tallahassee ECB Publishing, Inc. through the city of Christ's birth and experience the different biblical scenes recreated with live characters chbaptistchurch.org Bethlehem in Monticello, a gift to the Jefferson and animals. Pastor Derrick Burrus (850) 345-0425 County Community from the First United Methodist Bethlehem in Monticello, located on South Water Sunday School...... 10:00 AM Church family, will be held on Friday, Dec. 6 and Street, behind the First United Methodist Church Sunday Worship...... 11:00 AM Saturday, Dec. 7 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on both nights. building, will be bustling with wise men and Children’s Chapel...... 11:00 AM This is a wonderful ministry and a special gift to marketplace vendors, shepherds, angels, long lashed Sunday Evening...... 6:00 PM the community, right down to the cookies and hot and curly haired camels, goats, donkeys, deer, sheep Wednesday Evening...... 7:00 PM Prayer Meeting and Bible Study chocolate offered in the Family Ministry Center, at 325 and baby Jesus. Classes for Students W. Walnut St. For more information, contact the FUMC at (850) Bethlehem in Monticello is a live nativity, now in 997-5545. Indian Springs Baptist Church

5593 Veterans Memorial Dr. (Hwy 59) Tallahassee • (850) 893-5296 indianspringsbaptistchurch.com [email protected] Rev. Greg Roberts Sunday School...... 9:45 AM Sunday Worship...... 11:00 AM Wednesday Fellowship Meal...... 6:15 PM Merry Ann Frisby Prayer Meeting...... 7:00 PM Guest Columnist Children/Youth Programs...... 7:00 PM WACISSA Church stained Wacissa United Methodist Church 14492 Waukeenah Hwy., Wacissa P.O. Box 411 • (850) 997-2179 • wacissaumc.org glass observations Pastor Steve Lenzo [email protected] In the fall, sunlight changes its angle, inventing new toured the Tower of London. In that Tower is a stone Sunday School...... 9:45 AM patterns inside churches adorned with stain glass altar. It is the place that Anne Boleyn knelt to pray Sunday Morning...... 10:55 AM Wednesday windows. Sitting inside Christ Episcopal Church last before her execution. The stone where people knelt to Dinner & Prayer Meeting...... 5:45 PM week, the usually muted greens, yellows and reds blazed pray had two rather deep depressions where knees fit Youth Group...... 6:15 PM an almost dazzling display on the Church floor. almost perfectly. I was sort of like praying with your Choir Practice...... 7:00 PM The colored light beams opened a new sight. All knees in two bowls. When I offered prayers there I was WAUKEENAH these years I have completely overlooked the floor shaken by the notion that many, many poor souls had around the communion altar, where church-goers kneel their last communication on earth with their God in to receive communion. those bowls. Waukeenah United Methodist When people kneel the toes of their shoes scrape the Similarly how many souls have bowed to pray at 81 Methodist Church Rd., Waukeenah old wooden floor. There is a semi-circle of worn, Christ Episcopal Church since 1885? Sir Isaac Newton (850) 997-2171 • waukeenah-umc.org scarred wood. This area is lighter colored and scrappy said: "If I have seen further than others, it is by standing Pastor Tim Luther looking from thousands of folks who take communion upon the shoulders of giants." When we offer ourselves Sunday Sunday School...... 10:00 AM there. A companion semi circular scrape is inside the to God on our knees, we are standing on the shoulders of Worship Service...... 11:00 AM altar rail. This scrape is a bit wider and made by not just Saints. Youth Group...... 5:00 PM the toes but the entire shoe of Episcopal Priests from When you go to your church next, look at the floors. Wednesday 1885 until now. You can feel the sorrows, apologies, reverence, pain, Youth Group...... 6:00 PM I experienced a different sort of scrape when I happiness that has been brought to the altar. Choir Practice...... 7:00 PM waukeenahcemetery.com 12 • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2019 • MONTICELLO NEWS Faith & Family Ruach Porch de Salomon • Panajachel, Guatemala • www.porchdesalomon.org

Photo Courtesy of Lloyd Monroe Juan and Magdalena’s indigenous family lives humbly on the $135 he earns as a baker when there is a full month’s work available. Magdalena (30) focuses most of her efforts on caring for Gustavo (4), who is afflicted with both Cerebral Palsy and Down Syndrome. Our fall teams have loved building the new house right alongside this hard-working family.

Article Courtesy of Lloyd Monroe life and service. God help us all to do better

there! “Create in me a pure heart, O God, and Porch de Salomon’s October short-term renew a steadfast spirit within me.” service teams were spirited, hard-working, King David, in Psalm 51:10 (NIV) fun, generous, and encouraging: “Without the spirit, we can neither love • Team Dirty Feet Missions (Fla.) God nor keep his commandments.” • Team Olive Branch Church (Ind.) -St. Augustine • Team Trinity UMC (Tallahassee, Fla.) • Team Union Congregational Church Five years ago, Melanie and I attended (Colo.) the Sumpango kite festival on Friday, Nov. We are thankful that each team’s 1, Guatemala’s Day of the Dead. This supporting church or non-profit has chosen renowned festival features hand-made kites, to “put [financial] wind in our sails” by some of which are 20 feet tall. It was partnering with Porch. Gracias! We also amazing to see them launch and stay appreciate our faithful and generous airborne. Of course, that required wind. Jefferson County partners who support our The Hebrew word Ruach means: wind, multi-faceted service and outreach. Please breath and God’s spirit. King David contact me, [email protected] or pleaded for a renewed spirit after his (850) 688-2076, if you’d like to get disastrous affair with Bathsheba. involved or have questions. St. Augustine rightly noted our need for We invite you to see more photos and God’s divine spirit in our lives. Too many stories in complete November newsletter at: times I fail to deeply breathe in God’s porchdesalomon.org/wp-content/uploads/ spirit, and lean on it, as I press forward with 2019/10/Nov-2019-PorchTalk.pdf

Photo Courtesy of Lloyd Monroe Porch de Salomon’s volunteer medical liaison, Jayne Mittan, again led Trinity UMC’s medical team to the distant, grossly under-served Boca Costa region for two days of free clinics. This team also included Neal Averitt, Trinity’s “new” associate pastor. We are thrilled when preachers and such come down to see the work, and feel the spirit, in Guatemala.

Photo Courtesy of Lloyd Monroe Photo Courtesy of Lloyd Monroe Union CC teamer Devan’s beautiful spirit was a blessing to many. A Boca Costa clinic patient is happy with her new walking cane. MONTICELLO NEWS • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2019 • 13

“The foundation of our life depends on agriculture.”

Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. ECB Publishing, Inc. Photo By Ashley Hunter, November 20, 2019

The 2019 Farm In a few days, American families will gather Family of the Year, Ben around the dinner table to give thanks for their many and Lydia White, were blessings as they celebrate the holiday of introduced to the Thanksgiving. Kiwanis Club during the The bountiful meals that will be enjoyed, club's Farm-City Week however, would not be possible without the hard presentation. The Whites were presented work and sincerity that is offered by the nation's with a gift from the local farmers and ranchers. Farm Bureau as well as With that in mind, every November, the United Monticello's Farm Credit. Pictured, from left to right, are: Jonathan Roberts (Farm Credit), Casey States celebrates Farm-City Week in the days Gunnels (Farm Credit) Ben White, Lydia White, Danielle Sprague (Farm Bureau and Extension Office) leading up to Thanksgiving. and Charlene Rabon (Farm Credit). The week falls upon November 20-27 this year. On Wednesday, Nov. 20, Jefferson County held agriculture is a benefit to its surrounded its Farm-City Week celebration to commemorate the communities in less obvious ways. opening of this period of gratitude and recognition. Through their environmental stewardship and The event was hosted by the Monticello other green-minded practices, farmers and ranchers Kiwanis Club, with Jefferson County Farm Bureau are helping to preserve a tiny portion of the world directing the celebrations. for the next generation. With opening statements provided by the local "Farmers and ranchers preserve freshwater Farm Bureau President Ernest Fulford, the mic was recharge areas, they protect wildlife habitats and presented to Scott Eubanks, the assistant director to provide green-space control for invasive species," Agriculture Policy for the state-wide agency of explains Eubanks. Florida Farm Bureau. One of those remarkable local farmers who Eubanks brought to mind the frequency which works hard to preserve the Earth is Jefferson County most American families run to the grocery store and 2019 Farm Family of the Year, Ben and Lydia buy food – especially during the holiday seasons White. where food and family mingle together. While the Whites were recognized as this year's According to Eubanks, those frequent trips Farm Family at the Annual Jefferson County Farm down grocery store aisles would not be possible Bureau Banquet in October, local Extension Office without the farmers and ranchers of the United Agent Danielle Sprague introduced the Whites once States – including Jefferson County. more to the Kiwanis Club. "It is a blessing that we take for granted," said Ben and Lydia White have been previously Eubanks. "The observance of Farm-City Week helps recognized in May with a County Alliance for remind us that our abundance of safe, nutritious food Responsible Environmental Stewardship (CARES) just doesn't happen on its own.” award for their exemplary efforts in protecting The partnerships that farmers forge within cities Florida's natural and wild resources through Best and communities help them to supply, sell and Management Practices. Also, Ben White is deliver their food and farm products to consumers partnering with the Florida Fish and Wildlife around the nation. Conservation Commission to grow corn through "Farm-City Week is a celebration of these solar-powered irrigation systems, thus decreasing mutual relationships. We need each other," included water usage in production. Eubanks. After Sprague's introduction, the Whites were Eubanks also commented on the way that applauded for their contributions, with Jefferson County Farm Bureau and Jefferson County Farm Credit presenting this year's farm family with a gift. Towards the end of his presentation to the gathered community members and farmers at the Kiwanis Club, Eubanks looked towards to the future of farming, reminding his audience that "the foundation of our life depends on agriculture." "Many of our renewable resources of the future will depend on the sustainability of agriculture," added Eubanks. Farm-City Week, he said, is an opportunity for communities and consumers to express their appreciation for the bounty before them. "There is no reason why the bounty cannot continue into the future," says Eubanks. "No matter how challenging that future might be." With a look to the future, Eubanks' expressed a desire to see the world of agriculture continue to ECB Publishing, Inc. Photo By Ashley Hunter, grow and expand beyond the shores of the United November 20, 2019 States. Judge Bobby Plaines (left) signs the proclamation that announces the week of "I pray that we always have such blessings – not November 20-27 as National Farm-City Week. At just here in the United States, but maybe we will his side stands local farmer and Farm Bureau have that abundance in every country here on president Ernest Fulford (right). Earth." 14 • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2019 • MONTICELLO NEWS Classifi eds LEGAL NOTICES MEETINGS Deadline: LEGAL NOTICE Monday, 1 PM The Jefferson County Planning Commission will meet on December 12, 2019 to re- view an application for Site Plan Revision submitted by Urban Catalyst on behalf of EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES TAX DEEDS Trulieve, Inc. The Commission will also have a workshop to review language for the Land Development Code regarding Solar Power Installations as well as the Noise Or- PROPERTY MANAGER CDL drivers needed, Class B. NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED dinance. needed for Section 8 housing. Apply in person only at Scruggs NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that DC OR LL MERRITT, the holder of the fol- Must have Section 8 or on-site The meeting will be held in the Courthouse Annex located at 435 West Walnut Street Concrete Company, 186 SW lowing Tax Sale Certificate has filed said Tax Certificate for the Tax Deed to be issued in Monticello, FL beginning at 6:00 PM. The meeting may be continued as necessary. experience. Please send resume Commerce Dr., in Madison. thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the Description of the property, to [email protected] 1/16,rtn,c and the Name in which it is assessed as follows: Information concerning the meeting is available at the Jefferson County Planning De-

PLEASE EMAIL RESUMES. partment, 445 W. Palmer Mill Road, Monticello, FL. 32344, Telephone 850-342-0223. File Number: 19-000023-TD From the Florida “Government in the Sunshine Manual”, page 36, paragraph c: Each 4/5,rtn Positions available at North Florida College, Madison FL: board, commission, or agency of this state or of any political subdivision thereof shall Certificate Number: 273 Year of Issuance: 2016 include in the notice of any meeting or hearing, if notice of meeting or hearing is re- Seeking full time heavy equip- Director of Student Support and quired, of such board, commission, or agency, conspicuously on such notice, the advice Description of Property: 01-1S-3E-0000-0021-0000 ment operator preferably with Disability, Staff Assistant (Part- that, if a person decides to appeal any decision made by the board, agency, or com- time); Systems Support Special- 7.63 Acres in N ½ of NE ¼ of NW ¼ of mission with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing, he or she a background in forestry and NW ¼ & 2.63 Acres in NW ¼ of NW ¼ ist. See www.nfcc.edu for will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she may need agriculture. CDL desired but not ORB 57 PG 449 & ORB 88 PG 479 details. to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings, is made, which record includes required. Call (850) 545-5299 the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. 11/22-12/27 Site Address: 300 Cherry Tree Road 11/27 for details. 10/2,rtn Monticello, FL

OPS Fish & Wildlife Technician Name in which assessed: Willie I Story and Frances Story Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission All of said property being in the County of Jefferson, State of Florida. This property NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING (FWC) Location: Perry, FL when sold may be subject to the current year taxes. The Jefferson County Tourist Development Council announces their monthly meeting Job Category: Temporary OPS Position (average 35 - 40 hours Unless such certificate shall be redeemed according to law, the property described in that will be held at the following: per week). This is not a Career Service position and does not re- such certificate will be sold to the highest bidder at the Jefferson County Courthouse, DATE: DECEMBER 2, 2019 ceive paid holidays or paid leave. North Steps on January 2, 2020 at 11:00 A.M. TIME: 10:00 am PLACE: Monticello-Jefferson Chamber of Commerce Salary: $13.21/ hour Kirk Reams 420 W. Washington St. Last Date to Apply: December 6, 2019 Clerk of the Circuit Court Monticello, Fla. 11/27, 11/29 Job Description: Assist with habitat management activities and Jefferson County, FL the maintenance of facilities, equipment, and roads on 70,000+ acres of natural communities on the Big Bend Wildlife Manage- BY: Sherry Sears, Deputy Clerk 11/27, 12/4, 12/11, 12/18 TAX DEEDS ment Area. Requires the safe and efficient operation of a variety of vehicles, heavy equipment, implements, and hand tools. Expe- NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED rience with prescribed burning, heavy equipment operation, Class NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, A CDL, and mechanical experience preferred. the holder of the following Tax Sale Certificate has filed said Tax Certificate for the NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, How To Apply: Pick up an application packet at Big Bend Field Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the the holder of the following Tax Sale Certificate has filed said Tax Certificate for the Office, 663 Plantation Road, Perry, FL 32348 Description of the property, and the Name in which it is assessed as follows: Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the

11/20-12/6 Description of the property, and the Name in which it is assessed as follows: File Number: 19-000016-TD File Number: 19-000017-TD Ad Builder needed for the Monticello News and the Jefferson Certificate Number: 29 Year of Issuance: 2017 County Journal newspapers. The position includes designing and Certificate Number: 138 Year of Issuance: 2017 building the ads for both weekly papers and designing and laying- Description of Property: 00-00-00-0250-0000-0072 out the newspapers. Must be able to work well under pressure and PT of Original Lot 7, Dilworths Add Description of Property: 00-00-00-0470-0009-0080 ORB 332 PG 65, ORB 560 PG 276 & ORB 631 PG 744 Lot 8 Blk 9 Wiricks Add maintain a team player relationship with co-workers. Experience ORB 112 PG 317 and/or education in this field preferred. Experience with Quark Ex- Site Address: KING STREET press and/or Photoshop a must. Apply in person only at the Monti- Monticello, FL Site Address: Ash Street cello News building, located at 180 W. Washington St. or fax Monticello, FL resume to (850) 997-3774, or call (850) 997-3568 to set up an in- Name in which assessed: JENNIFER AND JHAZMINE ALLEN terview. Name in which assessed: JENNIFER ALLEN All of said property being in the County of Jefferson, State of Florida. This property when sold may be subject to the current year taxes. All of said property being in the County of Jefferson, State of Florida. This property SERVICES FOR RENT when sold may be subject to the current year taxes. Unless such certificate shall be redeemed according to law, the property described in 2 BR /2 BA Mobile Home at such certificate will be sold to the highest bidder at the Jefferson County Courthouse, Unless such certificate shall be redeemed according to law, the property described in TREE SERVICE Monticello Meadows on North Steps on December 16, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. such certificate will be sold to the highest bidder at the Jefferson County Courthouse, STUMP GRINDING South Jefferson St. Call (850) North Steps on December 16, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. MR. STUMP (850) 509-8530 Kirk Reams 997-3890. 5/11,rtn,c Quick Responses. 2/24, rtn Clerk of the Circuit Court Kirk Reams Jefferson County, FL Clerk of the Circuit Court 915 sq ft Commercial Office Jefferson County, FL BY: Sherry Sears, Deputy Clerk 11/13, 11/20, 11/27, 12/4 Building; downtown Madison; BY: Sherry Sears, Deputy Clerk 11/13, 11/20, 11/27, 12/4 FOR SALE Shelby Ave; across from the courthouse and post office. (2) Maple wood arm chairs; Call Emerald at (850) 997- 6” thick cushion. Very good 3568 11/23,rtn,nc NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED condition. Asking $50 for each. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, Call (850) 997-3392 Leave the holder of the following Tax Sale Certificate has filed said Tax Certificate for the message if no answer. 11/8,rtn Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the Description of the property, and the Name in which it is assessed as follows:

File Number: 19-000018-TD

YARD SALE Certificate Number: 151 Year of Issuance: 2017

Yard Sale: Sat. Nov. 30 from Description of Property: 00-00-00-0470-0021-0020 8a.m.-2 p.m. at 3270 N. Salt Pt of Lots 2 and 3, Blk 21 Wiricks Add Rd (Hwy 257). ORB 411 PG 636

4,000 square foot building for Site Address: 620 Henry St Items for sale: Collection of rent - of which 1,050 square Monticello, FL pigs, craft items; lots of holiday foot is climate controlled. items - too much to mention! (850) 997-3392 Downtown Madison; Shelby Name in which assessed: JENNIFER ALLEN 11/27-29, nc Ave; across from the court- house and post office. Call All of said property being in the County of Jefferson, State of Florida. This property Emerald at (850) 997-3568 when sold may be subject to the current year taxes.

Did You Know? 7/3,rtn,nc Unless such certificate shall be redeemed according to law, the property described in such certificate will be sold to the highest bidder at the Jefferson County Courthouse, • Benjamin Franklin wanted the North Steps on December 16, 2019 at 11:00 A.M.

turkey to be the national bird, Kirk Reams not the eagle. Clerk of the Circuit Court Jefferson County, FL • Americans eat 46 million BY: Sherry Sears, Deputy Clerk 11/13, 11/20, 11/27, 12/4 turkeys each Thanksgiving.

• Neil Armstrong and Buzz NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED Aldrin's first meal in space after walking on the moon was foil NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, packets with roasted turkey. the holder of the following Tax Sale Certificate has filed said Tax Certificate for the Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the Description of the property, and the Name in which it is assessed as follows: • The heaviest turkey on record, according to the Guinness Book File Number: 19-000019-TD of Records, weighs 86 pounds. Certificate Number: 140 Year of Issuance: 2017

Description of Property: 00-00-00-0470-0009-0100 Lot 7, Blk 9 Wiricks Add ORB 134 PG 270

Site Address: Railroad @ Ash St Monticello, FL

Name in which assessed: JENNIFER ALLEN

All of said property being in the County of Jefferson, State of Florida. This property when sold may be subject to the current year taxes.

Unless such certificate shall be redeemed according to law, the property described in such certificate will be sold to the highest bidder at the Jefferson County Courthouse, North Steps on December 16, 2019 at 11:00 A.M.

Kirk Reams Clerk of the Circuit Court Jefferson County, FL

BY: Sherry Sears, Deputy Clerk 11/13, 11/20, 11/27, 12/4

To publish a legal, classified or job, email [email protected] or call (850) 997-3568 MONTICELLO NEWS • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2019 • 15

Happy Thanksgiving!! LEGAL NOTICES Giving Thanks For Longevity! Oldest Surviving Grandchildren *Grandparents: Willie Green, Sr. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE Carrie Norton Green

IN THE COUNTY COURT, IN THE SECOND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN THE CIRCUIT COURTOF THE SECOND LLOYD, FLORIDA IN AND FOR JEFFERSON COUNTY, FLORIDA JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR JEFFERSON COUNTY, FLORIDA Age Thankful Survivor CASE NO: 2019-52-CC CASE NO. 19000l69CAAXMX 97 • Carrie Greene ERIN O’DWYER (Tampa, Fl.) 220 Twin Bridges Road WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Whitefish, Montana 59937 Plaintiff, 96 • Sarah Lawrence Simmons v. (Fayetteville, Ga.) Plaintiff, RONALD SAFFORD A/K/A RONALD A. 93 • Fred Green, Jr. vs. SAFFORD, ET AL. Defendants. (Palatka, Fl.) SARAH LAMAR, AS TRUSTEE OF 91 • Amie Green Graham MACEDONIA A.M.E. CHURCH,639 Lamar Road Monticello, Florida 32344-4909; ______/ HECTOR SCURRY, DECEASED, AS TRUSTEE OFMACEDONIA A.M.E. (Winter Haven, Fl.) CHURCH; LETTIE ALEXANDER, AS TRUSTEE OF MACEDONIA A.M.E. NOTICE OF ACTION 90 • James Greene, Sr. CHURCH TO: RONALD SAFFORD A/K/A RONALD A. SAFFORD, TERESA L. SAFFORD, (Hempstead, N.Y.) Bassett Dairy Road Monticello, Florida 32344; Current Residence Unknown, but whose last known address was: *Compilator: Rosa Bassa (Lloyd, Fl.) 48 EASTWOOD RD, MONTICELLO, FL 32344 *First Cousin of the Group AND ALL SUCCESSOR TRUSTEES OF MACEDONIA A.M.E. CHURCH; and all of their devisees, grantees, trustees, assigns, successor trustees, and/or successors in YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to foreclose a mortgage on the following property right, title, or interest to the hereinafter described property, and any and all persons in Jefferson County, Florida, to-wit: claiming by or through them or any of them; and all claimants, persons or parties, nat- Jefferson County High School ural or corporate, or whose exact legal status is unknown, claiming under any of the LOT I, EASTWOOD HILLS, AN UNRECORDED SUBDIVISION, Monticello, Florida above named or described defendants, claiming to have any right, title, or interest in BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: and to the property hereinafter described; COMMENCE AT A CONCRETE MONUMENT MARKING THE Happy Thanksgiving!! SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 10, TOWNSHIP 1 Defendants. NORTH, RANGE 3 EAST, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF JEF- Giving Thanks For Extraordinary Luck! ______FERSON COUNTY, FLORIDA; AND RUN THENCE N 01° 11' 20"W A DISTANCE OF 2124.72 FEET TO A CONCRETE MON- CLASS OF 1981 UMENT AND THE POINT OF BEGINNING; FROM SAID POINT NOTICE OF ACTION OF BEGINNING RUN THENCE N 01° 11' 20" W A DISTANCE MELBA HAWKINS LITTLES OF 513.00 FEET TO A CONCRETE MONUMENT; THENCE N89° TO: SARAH LAMAR, AS TRUSTEE OF MACEDONIA A.M.E. CHURCH; HEC- 59' 42" E A DISTANCE OF 480.82 FEET TO A POINT FOR COR- (Tallahassee, Fl.) TOR SCURRY, AS TRUSTEE OF MACEDONIA A.M.E. CHURCH; LETTIE NER; THENCE S15° 01' 37" W A DISTANCE OF 377.98 FEET TO ALEXANDER, AS TRUSTEE OF MACEDONIA A.M.E. CHURCH, AND ALL A POINT ON A CURVE; THENCE ALONG A CURVE TO THE Lloyd Native Wins On TV Show SUCCESSOR TRUSTEES OF MACEDONIA A.M.E. CHURCH; and all of their de- LEFT HAVING A RADIUS OF 904.22 FEET, A CENTRAL ANGLE visees, grantees, trustees, assigns, successor trustees, and/or successors in right, title, OF 11°03'37" AN ARC LENGTH OF 174.55 FEET AND A CHORD or interest to the hereinafter described property, and any and all persons claiming by WHICH BEARS S09°34'01"WA DISTANCE OF 174.31 FEET; “The Price Is Right” or through them or any of them; and all claimants, persons or parties, natural or cor- THENCE N 86°06'18"W A DISTANCE OF 353.24 FEET TO THE (Televised: Oct. 22, 2019) porate, or whose exact legal status is unknown, claiming under any of the above named POINT OF BEGINNING TOGETHER WITH THAT CERTAIN or described defendants, claiming to have any right, title, or interest in and to the prop- 2009 LIVE OAK MANUFACTURED HOME, SERIAL NUMBERS *Onstage Winner! erty. LOHGA10911536A/B *Bonus-Prize Winner! YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that an action for declaratory relief relative has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written de- to a deed for real property on the following property in Jefferson County, Florida: fenses, if any, to it on eXL Legal, PLLC, Plaintiffs attorney, whose address is 12425 *Big-Wheel Winner! ($1.00) 28th Street North, Suite 200, St. Petersburg, FL 33716, on or before December 27, Begin at the intersection of the South boundary of Section 25, Township 2019 or within thirty (30) days after the first publication of this Notice of Action, and *Showcase Winner! 2 North, Range 5 East, Jefferson County, Florida and the Easterly boundary file the original with the Clerk of this Court at Jefferson County Courthouse, I Court- of a county road and run North 22 degrees 30 minutes West 110.0 feet house Circle, Monticello, FL 32344, either before service on Plaintiffs attorney or im- ($22,000.00-plus) along said road to a point, thence East 210.0 feet to a point, thence South mediately thereafter; otherwise, a default will be entered against you for the relief 22 degrees 30 minutes East 210.0 feet to a point, thence West 210.0 feet demanded in the complaint petition. Congratulations!! to a point on the Easterly boundary of the aforementioned road, thence North 22 degrees 30 minutes West 100.0 feet along said road to the point WITNESS my hand and seal of the Court on this 19th day of November, 2019. of beginning. “Melba” Kirk Reams Containing 1.00 acres, more or less, and being a part of the Southwest Clerk of the Circuit Court Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 25 and a part of the Northwest Sherry Sears Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 36, all in Township 2 North, Deputy Clerk *Submitter: Rosa Bassa Range 5 East, Jefferson County, Florida. 11/27, 12/4 (Family Friend) *Lloyd, Fl. Parcel Number R-990600-2018 and R-1353600-2018. has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written de- IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR JEFFERSON COUNTY, FLORIDA fenses, if any, to it on Clay A. Schnitker, Plaintiff's attorney, whose address is Post Of- PROBATE DIVISION ADVERTISING NETWORK fice Drawer 652, Madison, Florida 32341, on or before January 3, 2020, and file the File No. 19 75 CP original with the Clerk of this Court either before service on Plaintiff's attorney or im- IN RE: ESTATE OF mediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief de- ROBERT BROCK PAULK OF FLORIDA manded in the Complaint. Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Dated November 22, 2019 . Nov. 25 - Dec. 1 The administration of the estate of ROBERT BROCK PAULK, deceased, KIRK REAMS, whose date of death was May 18, 2018, is pending in the Circuit Court for Jefferson CLERK OF COURT County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1 Courthouse Circle, Mon- Florida Press Service, a company of the Florida Press ticello, Florida 32344. The name and address of the Personal Representative and the BY: /s/ Sherry Sears Personal Representative’s attorney are set forth below. Association. FLORIDA PRESS SERVICES, INC. STATEWIDE Deputy Clerk All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands CLASSIFIED PROGRAM. Run your own at ReachFlorida.com 11/27, 12/4, 12/11, 12/18 against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS BUSINESS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 TIMED ONLINE AUCTION DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON Notice of Chapter 7 Auction Sale of Intellectual Property THEM. NOTICE OF INTENTION TO REGISTER FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or de- Bids close on Dec 12th, 2019 at 12PM.

mands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this Court WITHIN 3 In accordance with Section 865.09, Florida Statutes NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN By Order of Chapter 7 Trustee, Nicole Testa Mehdipour and the MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of: ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURT SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF

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Ashley Hunter While the recipe is a well-guarded secret, Club Club President Dianne Braren at (850) 264-6533. ECB Publishing, Inc. President Dianne Braren says that the cakes are The Woman’s Club urges early ordering, as the similar to fruitcakes, except they lack citron peel; the later orders are placed, the less likely it will be that What are the holidays without plenty of club decided to omit the peel after discovering that the club will have any more cakes left for sale, as the homemade fruitcake? many people disliked the peel in their cake. club only has 100 loaves available. From now until the last cake has been purchased, These “famous holiday fruitcakes” can be The funds gathered from this cake sale will go the Monticello Woman’s Club will be taking orders ordered for $10 per each one-pound cake. towards benefiting the various causes and fundraisers for delicious, specially made holiday cakes. Interested in placing an order? Contact Woman’s offered by the Monticello Woman’s Club. Wild Adventures offers free admission to first responders, teachers and military families during Days of Thanks

Article Courtesy of Wild Adventures Theme Park During Days of Thanks, Friday, Nov. 29 through Sunday, Dec. 1, first responders, teachers, school support staff, active and retired military and up to Wild Adventures Theme Park in Valdosta, Ga., is expanding four immediate family members can receive free single-day its annual Days of Thanks free admission offer for first admission with proof of employment. A list of eligible responders, teachers and military personnel to include up professions and additional details are posted at to four immediate family members. WildAdventures.com. “Days of Thanks at Wild Adventures is when we “Individuals who serve our community often sacrifice show our gratitude and appreciation for those who have time with their families for our safety and well-being, and made it their life’s work to serve our communities,” said Adam Floyd, marketing Days of Thanks is an opportunity for those families to spend some quality time communications manager. “Every year, we do that by offering free admission to together and have a memorable experience at our park," said Floyd. those professionals, and this year we are recognizing their families as well.” For more information about Days of Thanks, visit WildAdventures.com. Upcoming Boy Scout fundraisers Whatever your path, NFC Debbie Snapp ECB Publishing, Inc. is a great place to learn. Bachelor of Science Boy Scout Troop • Bachelor of Science in Nursing* 803 will hold its annual (Online ADN-RN to BSN Bridge Program) Chili Cook-off and Raffle fundraisers * Associate in Arts during the Monticello Florida’s Statewide Articulation Agreement Sppgring TTeerm Begins Jan. 6 (State Board Rule 6A-10.024) assists students in MainStreet Christmas transitioninggy smoothly from two-year to four-year college or un ivers itity programs. Schedule of Classes and More Information at event from 5 to 8:30 p.m. on the first Friday Associate in Science in December. • A.S. Accounting TTeechnology* www.nfcc.edu/start The Chili Cook-off • A.S. Business Administration* will be held on • A.S. Criminal Justice TTeechnology* Dogwood Street, on • A.S. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Friday, Dec. 7 in front • A.S. Engineering TTeechnology • A.S. Nursing (RN) of the barbershop. Tables will be set up on the sidewalk with the College Credit Certificates hot pots of chili for Accounting TTeechnology* purchase and for • Accounting TTeechnology Management judging. • Accounting TTeechnology Operations The chili must be • Accounting TTeechnology Specialist brought in by 6 p.m. to Business Administration* be judged for first, • Business Operations second and third place • Human Resources Administrator NIGHT CLASSES BEGIN FEB. 24 ribbons. CiCrim ina lJl Jus tice TTeechnology*hl * Quick Training | InI Demand Jobs | Apply NOW Tickets for the raffle Emergency Medical Services NFC Public Safety Academy | 850-973-1617 | [email protected] will continue to sell • Emergency Medical TTeechnician during the downtown • Paramedic Christmas event. The Engineering TTeechnology first two tickets drawn • Engineering TTeechnology Support will be for a Henry • Lean Manufacturing Golden Boy 22 rifle and • Pneumatics, Hydraulics and a $100 gift card for Motors for Manufacturing Marie Livingston's Medical Coder/Biller* (Online) Steakhouse. Winners need not be Career & TTeechnical Certificaattes present but must claim their winnings by Advanced Manufacturing and Sunday, Jan 1, 2020. ProductionTe Technology All proceeds received during the Commercial Vehicle Driving raffle and cook-off will • Tractor Trailer Truck Driver CDL-Class A Training fund the Boy Scouts, their trips and events. Early Childhood Education* Boy Scout Troop • Child Care Center Operations 803 meets at 7 p.m. on • Early Childhood Professional (ECPC) Monday nights at The • Florida Child Care Professional (FCCPC) Eagle's Nest on South Water Street. The troop Practical Nursing (LPN) is provided to boys Public Safety Academy between the ages of 10 • FL CMS Correctional Basic Recruit Academy to 18. • FL Law Enforcement Academy NFC is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleggges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award Associate’s and Bachelor’s degrees.g Contact the For raffle tickets • Cross-Over Corrections to Law Enforcement Commissioiin on CColleges ll at t 1866 Southern S th Lane, L Decatur D t , GGeorgia, i 30033-4097 30033 4097 or call ll 404-679-4500 404 679 4500 for f questions about NFC’s accreditation.dit ti wwww..sacscoc.org • Cross-Over Law Enforcement to Corrections NFC is dedicated to the concept of equal opportunity and access to all programs. and more information •          
about this group of •          scouts, contact Troop Leader Bear Register at *Degrees & Programs Available Online (850) 519-3955.