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Susie Bishop Surretta L. Bell VeEtta L. Hagan Bart Alford John Jay Lee Donnell Laron Williamson (NPA) (NPA) (NPA) (D) (NPA) Davis (NPA) Bell wins statewide award

John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. activity department. On a daily basis, Bell works closely with Dawkins and helps residents with After attending a statewide conference, Madison personal hygiene and takes residents on special County resident Brianna Bell was awarded a outings to events, restaurants, etc. statewide honor after being nominated by Sharon Lee "She always places smiles on our residents Dawkins, Activities Director of Madison Health and faces," said Dawkins in her nomination letter. "I can Rehabilitation. also remember walking in the room as she was The 44th annual conference of the Florida Health praying for one of our residents who was depressed Care Activity Coordinators Association was held at and felt that no one loved them anymore. She tells me Rosen Plaza, on July 22-25 in Orlando. Each year, all the time 'thank you' for giving her the chance to over 100 activity directors statewide attend the work at [Madison Health and Rehabilitation], but the conference to receive continuing education hours. On truth of the matter is that I am so blessed she chose to Photo Submitted Tuesday, July 24, during a banquet, Bell was chosen work at my facility and become a part of my activity Brianna Bell was chosen to receive recognition as to receive recognition as Activity Assitant of the Year. department." the Activity Assistant of the Year during the 44th annual Bell, 22, began working at Madison Health and Bell is the daughter of Morris and Suretta Bell, of Florida Health Care Activity Coordinators Association Conference on July 22-25. Bell is currently the activi- Rehabilitation at the age of 20. According to the Greenville, and is a 2014 graduate of Madison ties assistant at Madison Health and Rehabilitation. nomination letter by Dawkins, upon her hiring, Bell County High School. Bell holds a computer Pictured from left to right, are: Brianna Bell and Activ- brought much energy, love, excitement and fun to the application certification See “Bell” on page 3A ities Director, Sharon Lee Dawkins. Nominations for the George Impending budget cuts for Townsend Good Neighbor school district

Rick Patrick: Award being accepted Greene Publishing, Inc. During a special meeting of the Madison County District School Board on Emerald G. Parsons: Greene Publishing, Inc. Monday, July 30, the board passed a tentative budget and millage rate for the upcoming 2018-2019 fiscal year. The Madison County Farm Bureau is once again accepting nominations for The required local effort millage rate passed was 4.1380 mills. The the George Townsend Good Neighbor Award. This award was named after Mr. discretionary millage rate passed was 0.7480 mills. The capital outlay millage George Townsend, See “Neighbor” on page 3A rate passed was 1.5 See “School” on page 3A

INDEX: Viewpoints: 2A • Community: 4-10A • School: 11A • Church: 12-13A • Sports: 14A • Classifieds & Legals: 15A • Political: Section B 2A » Wednesday, August 8, 2018 » Madison County Carrier VIEWPOINTS & OPINIONS

National Security: America's Game As a boy growing up in North Florida in the concern with boxing. Most of us recall the last is a downward spiral. late 1950s, I was attracted to sports – anything with twenty years of Muhammed Ali's life as he The protests began two years ago when Colin a ball. I wasn't as good at it as many of my friends, struggled with Parkinson's Disease, an indirect Kaepernick was the backup quarterback for the San but my enthusiasm was unbounded. Looking back, I result of multiple concussions. Francisco 49ers. He began the movement and others suppose that baseball was my favorite. There is an Some have said that "basketball is a contact joined in sympathetically. Kaepernick has been out old saying that baseball is like support while football is a collision sport," and the of the league since then, some say because of bias "apple pie, motherhood and the collisions are more violent than ever with the on the part of the owners and others who say that American flag." For a century increased size and most especially, the speed of the his talent level doesn't warrant a place in the league. or so, baseball was America's players (Don't forget that in Einstein's famous The answer lies somewhere in between. game – the national pastime. energy formula, speed is squared whereas mass is Most of you know that I'm a very patriotic Then in the 1970s, football and not). The leagues are tinkering with the rules to fellow and take a dim view of this ‘taking a knee' the NFL began to overtake lessen the opportunity for concussion such as business. Last season, I was watching a college baseball. It was said that leading with the helmet and eliminating the kickoff. game between New Mexico and my alma mater, the JOE BOYLES Sunday belonged to the church Some teams take the concussion protocol seriously Air Force Academy. The contrast was palatable. Guest Columnist … before the NFL took over. while others do not. Maybe it is having some effect, During the playing of the anthem, one side was in The pendulum may be but probably not enough. disarray, some protesting and others not, while the swinging back, not necessarily for organized Technology is working on making the helmet other side stood collectively at attention and saluted religion (unfortunately) but toward baseball. The safer, which is a delicate balance between the flag. National Football League has a lot of problems to protection and its use as a weapon by the defense. I think the 2018 solution is for the players to deal with that are taking a toll on the game and fan In the development of the game about a century get off their knee and decide to do something support. First, there is the problem with concussions ago, (leather) helmets were first required for head collectively that addresses their concern. I'm not and related head injuries. Fewer children are protection. Arguably, head injuries were worse sure what that would be; it's up to them to make playing organized football because of their parent's before when there was no protection at all for the that decision. I get that they are upset; they need to concern for CTE (chronic traumatic head. For years, sportswriters used the adage: ‘he turn their concern into positive action. encephalopathy) – the acronym that identifies a had his bell rung' to describe an unconscious player But you don't see the same type of protest concussion. following a head-to-head collision. taking place in other sports, and certainly not in For sure, other sports have concussion Then there is the matter of players ‘taking a baseball. The national anthem and display of the problems, but nothing that approaches the incident knee' during the national anthem as a protest against flag is integral to the game and has been since 1869 rate of football. For example, soccer is concerned police brutality. The fans don't like this and the when the first team (Cincinnati Red Stockings) about ‘headers' to rebound a high ball that can lead protests are turning them off. Fan support is dressed in the same uniform. to head injuries. Concussions have always been a everything, and when a sport begins to lose that, it "Mom, apple pie and baseball. Play ball."

Christian Concepts: Is the Bible reliable? I recently read two articles; one was titled “10 and the only reason I address them here is because a “straw-man argument.” That is, one makes up a Bible verses that were changed in translation,” and those who are uninformed may be misled by them. weak argument that misrepresents the real issue so “10 dark and ungodly christian beliefs.” Both are I cogently, albeit inductively, addressed the it can be easily refuted. Skeptics do it all the time written in a deceivingly winsome style, but the issue of textual corruption over the long period of when it comes to God’s Word, and simpleminded intent is not so innocent. The first leads some to translation over three years ago in an article readers fall for it all the time. It’s a very popular think the Bible is untrustworthy entitled Providential Preservation (Christian tactic among critics of the Scriptures and those and the second is an attack on Concepts, January 2015), the issue raised in the who read them. the Christian faith predicated on first article above. The religious leaders in Jesus’ day questioned the Scriptures. I can’t address the twenty issues raised in this whether His teaching was from God. Jesus People attack the Bible and article in my brief response here, but I question the answered, “If anyone is willing to do His will, he the Christian faith founded upon means they used to reach their conclusions. will know of the teaching, whether it is from God it for a host of reasons. It is even The word “church” is first introduced in the or whether I speak from Myself.” (John 7:17). The fashionable to do so in the Scriptures by Jesus in Matthew 16:18. It is an truth of whether the Scriptures are of God lies in culture we live in now. The entirely New Testament term understood within what we experience when we do as God says, not GARY B. KING motives can range from genuine the context of what Christ has said about it and an empty argument. Guest Columnist questions about matters of faith His apostles. When one tries to draw an Some will accuse me of having “blind faith” to viciously maligning the understanding of practices in the church based in the Bible because I defend it here. I maintain Scriptures believers embrace as sacred. upon Levitical ceremonies of the Old Testament, there is a great difference between faith and blind I have been an ardent student of the Bible for while ignoring the historical context of each faith; but to those who accuse me of having blind over forty-five years and I am currently in my misleads readers. faith in the Bible I ask, what kind of faith is one fifty-third reading through the Scriptures. The It is nothing more than cherry-picking verses exercising when one believes what critics say issues raised in these two articles are nothing new, out of the Bible to create what is known in logic as about the Bible? Want healthier kids? Get a pet

Story Submitted animal relationships and found that children who had pets were better able to understand biology and children who could turn to pets for unconditional If youngsters have been eyeing fuzzy kittens or boisterous puppies at emotional support were less anxious and withdrawn than their peers without nearby shelters or pet stores, parents may want to give in to those cries for a family pets to turn to. family pet. Pets are added responsibilities, but the health benefits associated Data from a small study conducted by researchers at the Cummings School with pet ownership may be well worth the investment of time and effort. of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University reported that adolescents who had Caring for a pet is sometimes viewed as a childhood rite of passage, but animal experience were more likely to see themselves as important contributors there’s much more to the experience than just learning responsibility. Experts to communities and more likely to take on leadership roles. say a child’s emotional, cognitive, physical and social development can be Pets also can help children develop into well-rounded individuals. Playing enhanced through interaction with a family pet. Studies continue, but the with a pet requires children to engage in physical activity and can help effects of family pets on children was heavily researched by developmental stimulate motor skills. An English study conducted in 2010 and published in psychologist Gail F. Melson in 2003. Melson looked at literature on child- the American Journal of Public Health found that children from dog-owning families spent more time in light or moderate to vigorous physical activity and recorded higher levels of activity counts per minute than kids whose families did not own a dog. Pets may help with allergies and respiratory ailments as well. A 2012 study by the American Academy of Pediatrics discovered that children who have early contact with cats and dogs have fewer respiratory infections and ear infections and need shorter courses of antibiotics than children who have not had contact with pets. A study from Dennis Ownby, MD, a pediatrician and head of the allergy and immunology department of the Medical College of Georgia, found that having multiple pets decreases a child’s risk of developing certain allergies. He found that the children who were exposed to two or more dogs or cats as babies were less than half as likely to develop common allergies as kids who had no pets in the home. Pets may also foster social interactions, which can benefit children who are shy. Inviting others over to meet pets can help children make friends and find others with similar interests. Children may also confide in pets and develop their self-esteem.

Photo Submitted Studies have indicated that the type of pet a family has, whether it’s horses, Pets can contribute to cognitive, physical and emotional wellness in chil- dogs, snakes, etc., does not matter, as all companion animals have the potential dren. to benefit children.

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Bell and is currently enrolled at North is a five-star, 60-bed skilled nursing facility, awarded with their How to reach us Florida Community College to company's Presidential Circle Award for outstanding operation Phone: (850) 973-4141 Cont. from page 1A receive her Master's degree in service. Providing around-the-clock care from RNs, LPNs and Fax: (850) 973-4121 Business Administration. Bell hopes CNAs, Madison Health and Rehabilitation offers medication Email: to one day become an activity director. administration; IV therapy; post-surgical care; physical, [email protected] Mail: P.O. D rawer 772 Madison Health and Rehabilitation, a facility inside District X, occupational and speech therapy. Madison, Fl. 32341 Office: 1695 S SR 53 Madison, Fl. who exemplified generosity and a can write as much as they want to about their nominee. Publisher: Neighbor kind and loving spirit to everyone. Please drop your letter off at the local Madison County Farm Emerald Greene Parsons Cont. from page 1A He was truly a good neighbor with Bureau office or mail it to 233 W Base Street Madison, Fl. 32340 Office Manager: [email protected] Cheltsie Holbrook everyone he came in contact with. or you may email it to . The deadline to nominate a resident of Madison County for The winner will be announced at the annual Farm Bureau this prestigious award is Tuesday, Sept. 4. meeting and dinner, which will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 18, at the Contact us with There is no set length required for the nomination letter, so one Madison County Central School, at 6:30 p.m. your comments... If you have any mills. The total tentative millage The expected total revenues and balances comes to questions or concerns, School call us at rate passed was 6.386 mills. One $30,594,239. The expected revenues include $4,711,009 from (850) 973-4141 Cont. from page 1A mill is equivalent to one dollar for federal sources. Expected revenues from state sources totaled or visit our website at every thousand dollars of property $18,077,112. Anticipated revenues from local sources totaled www.greenepublishing.com value. For example, if a piece of property has an assessed value of $5,128,370. According to policy, the district is to maintain a fund $100,000, the 6.386 millage rate would mean that property owner balance of five percent. would pay $638.60 in property taxes (6.386 x 100). The current "[This budget] is basically breaking even," said District Chief Newsroom cumulative property value in Madison County equals Financial Officer Walter Copeland. "We can't [increase] revenues, Editor $744,784,364. This figure, from the property appraiser's office, so we will need to continue to identify areas where we can cut." Savannah Reams reflects a 6.4 million dollar increase over last year's figure. Copeland also reminded the board these budget numbers are Reporter The school district's tentative budget shows total expenditures tentative and could very well change. Rick Patrick Reporter of $27,781,292. This is a 10 percent increase over last year's This tentative budget passed with an unanimous vote. There John Willoughby operating expenditures. By far, the most expensive line item in the will be additional public hearings on the issue of the school Reporter budget is instruction, with a total estimated cost of $14,786,502. district budget before a final budget vote is taken in September. Mickey Starling

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Second and fourth Monday of every month Rose Ann Fountain, Consolidated Christian Ministries holds their food distribution the second and 86, of Madison, passed fourth Monday of every month from 10 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. To receive the food, one away Monday, Aug. 6, must be a resident of Madison County and meet certain guidelines. Applications are 2018, at South Georgia taken every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. Medical Center. She Consolidated Christian Ministries is located at 799C SW Pinckney St., in Madison. was born in Jacksonville on Sept. 9, 1931, to the Second Tuesday of every month late Al and Laura The Lee Community Volunteer Fire Department holds their meetings the second Chilrey Medaris. Mrs. Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. The meetings are open to the public and anyone Fountain was a member else who would like to become a member of the department. The meetings are held at of the Cherry Lake the Lee Public Safety Building, located at 317 NE County Road 255, in Lee. The Baptist Church. She was department also gets together each Tuesday evening between 6:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. to a loving wife, mother hold training and work around the station. and grandmother. Mrs. Fountain loved bird Every Thursday watching, cooking, The Madison Public Library holds their Preschool Story Time every Thursday fishing and flowers. from 10:30 a.m. through 11:30 a.m. Movies, crafts and games are sure to entertain and Survivors include her husband of 72 years, Henry Eldridge delight! The library is located at 387 College Loop, in Madison. Fountain, of Madison; two daughters and a son-in-law: Evelyn and Paul Barrales, of Valdosta; and Joan Beck, of Madison; her Every Thursday grandchildren: Mike and Micah Barrales, of Valdosta; Lisa and There will be a spiritual discussion held at the Greenville Public Library each Hawk Parrish, of Lake Park; Melissa and Dewayne Stripling, of Thursday, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. All beliefs and viewpoints are welcome. The Morven, Ga. and Wendi and Steve Zeigler of Valdosta; her library is located at 312 SW Church Ave., in Greenville. great-grandchildren: Lauren Anne Grundy, Tristan Garrett Barrales, Carley Rose Parrish, Shelby Jane Barrales, Madison August 18 Grace Stripling, Shawn Titus Deming, Ashton Hood Stripling, Join Cherry Lake Fire Rescue for their political rally fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. Philip Andrew McKee, Victoria Anne McKee and Halie Danyel 18, starting at 5 p.m. Fried fish dinners with all the sides will be served for $8 per McKee; four great-great-grandchildren; one niece, Christine plate. After dinner, the political rally and cake auction will take place. If a political Hall; and one nephew, John Henry Fountain. candidate would like to participate, they are asked to call Cherry Lake Fire Rescue at Funeral services will be held at 11a.m., Thursday, Aug. 9, at (850) 929-2354 at least one week prior to the event and leave their name and phone Cherry Lake Baptist Church, with Rev. Robert Dawson and number. Each candidate will be given five minutes to talk at the podium about their Rev. Murrell Bennett officiating. Burial will follow in the views and opinions. Podium reservations must be made by Thursday, Aug. 16, by 5 Cherry Lake Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive p.m. Cherry Lake Fire Rescue is located in Cherry Lake at 2612 NE Cherry Lake friends on Thursday from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the church. Circle. Condolences to the family may be conveyed online at www.mclanecares.com. Care is under the direction of Carson August 25 McLane Funeral Home. The Hamburg-Lovett Volunteer Fire Department annual peanut boil fundraiser will take place on Saturday, Aug. 25, starting at 5 p.m. Hamburgers and hot dogs will be available. There will also be a cake auction. Anyone running for political office is invited to come and will be given time to speak. All proceeds will go to help the Jumping for Jesus Hamburg-Lovett Volunteer Fire Department with operations and to purchase equipment. The event will be held at the Hamburg-Lovett Fire Department located at 7286 NW Lovett Rd., in Greenville. at Four Freedoms John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc.

On Saturday, Aug. 11, Four Freedoms Park will be alive and vibrant once again as Pentecostals of Madison will be hosting Jumping for Jesus! Jumping for Jesus will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will include a bounce house, great music, delicious food and all kinds of fun. You are invited to join the Madison County community for this great occasion. Best of all, admission is free. Four Freedoms Park is located at the intersection of E Base St. and Range St., in Madison, directly across the street from the Madison County Courthouse.

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can not serve active-duty members but can serve needed, before submitting your claim, according to widows of service men and women. the VA. Bradley works closely with the Department of Bradley lives by the motto, "Vets: priority Veterans Affairs (VA); his side of the VA benefits. number one," Motivating him to push forward day Bradley processes claims for benefits such as service- after day. "One of my major priorities is seeing that connected disability, improved pension, educational they get the best health care that they can and get benefits, housing, G.I. Bill, referrals to local medical them enrolled into the VA healthcare system," said centers and transportation. Bradley. "Some of them need home health care; the Service-connected disability benefits, according VA has a program for that also." to the VA, are paid out by disability compensation, a Bradley recalled a time when he first got the monetary benefit paid to veterans who are determined CVSO position. Former CVSO, the late Bernard by the VA to be disabled by an injury or illness that Wilson, said to him: "Oliver, take care of the veterans was incurred or aggravated during active military of Madison County." "Every time I come in the door, service. Coverage can be anywhere from zero to 100 that's the thing that stays with me," said Bradley. "To percent, depending on severity, according to Bradley. take care of the veterans of Madison County." The disability compensation is not income-based. Born and raised in Valdosta, Bradley graduated Another benefit that Bradley is able to help with is from high school in 1968 and was drafted among 35 called improved pension. According to Bradley, if a other men. Bradley, with others, was sent to a veteran, who served during a war-time period (World reception center in Jacksonville. All but three were War II, Vietnam, Korea, Desert Storm, Enduring sent home; Bradley was one of those three. Freedom, Iraq, Afghanistan), is unable to work Previously, Bradley had thought about serving. OLIVER BRADLEY gainfully while employed for at least 30 to 40 hours a Before graduating high school, Bradley recalls losing John Willoughby: week, a claim can be filed. The improved pension three of his friends in the military. "The war already Greene Publishing, Inc. benefit is income-based. Widows can also receive had an impact on us," said Bradley. Before working improved pension benefits. for the County, he lived in Madison County but was As a former draftee and veteran of the United To help get a claim processed as fast a possible the director of a Boys and Girls Club in Valdosta. States Army, Oliver Bradley makes veterans his top through the VA, Bradley can help with decision-ready Bradley stated that the daily commuting "got a little priority when it comes to Madison County Veterans claims (DRC). According to the VA, the DRC old for me." Services. Since 1994, Bradley has worked for program allows veterans to submit VA compensation Bradley is married to Jackie Bradley, who is a Madison County as the County Veterans Service claims to help expedite the claims process. Claims retired Madison County School District employee. Officer (CVSO) and provides local veterans and their that can be filed through the DRC program include Together, they have one son: Joshua, who is a Keiser families with pensions, healthcare, education and direct service connection claims, presumptive service University student, looking to gain a degree in Sports other important benefits available to them to the best connection claims, secondary service connection Medicine. of his ability. claims, increased disability claims, dependency and Bradley can be found at the Madison County The Madison County Veterans Service office is indemnity compensation claims and pre-discharge Courthouse Annex from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mondays, open to any veteran or veterans family. Bradley states claims. For a full list of claims and their definitions, Thursdays and Fridays, located at 229 SE Pinckney that he must see a DD214 form (official discharge log onto benefits.va.gov/compensation/drc.asp. St. RM 215, in Madison. Bradley encourages all paperwork) in order to determine what services he To go through the DRC program, you are veterans to consider the VA for all of their healthcare can help to provide, depending on the type of required to gather all relevant and required evidence and beneficial needs. For more information, call discharge and period of service. Bradley, however, to support your claim and attend a VA claim exam, if Bradley at (850) 973-3208 or (850) 464-8456.

Wednesday, Aug. 22 6A » Wednesday, August 8, 2018 » Madison County Carrier COMMUNITY Where does your money go?

Madison County Clerk of Courts and Property Appraiser's Office Rick Patrick: Greene Publishing, Inc. Appraiser's office are listed. Included is information is used to pay that employee. For example, if an on base salaries, plus benefits and other costs employee spends four hours in a day working on This is the second of a regular series that will be associated with paying a public employee. The total child support cases, two hours recording warranty published in the Madison County Carrier on the cost of paying that employee is also included. deeds and two hours processing invoices from salaries of public employees in Madison County. It is In the Clerk of Courts Office, it should be noted county departments; half of that employee's pay published in order to give you, the Madison County that the office receives funding from three different (including benefits) would come from the State's taxpayer, a better idea of how some of your tax sources: fees associated with recording, the state's Clerk of Courts Trust Fund, two hours from dollars are spent. Clerk of Courts Trust Fund and Ad Valorem taxes. recording fees and two hours from Ad Valorem This week, the Clerk of Courts and the County The duties an employee has determines which fund taxes. Madison County Property Appraiser's Office:

Employee Gross FICA Taxable Wages Retirement FICA Health Insurance Life Insurance Salary with Benefits Years of Service Leigh B. Barfield, CFA Property Appraiser Includes certification pay $103,175.00 $100,759.80 $50,246.23 $7,708.14 $6,570.72 $40.80 $167,740.89 13 Anita Willoughby, CFE Chief Deputy Gross includes $2000 CFE pay $56,283.00 $55,079.72 $13,541.69 $4,213.60 $6,570.72 $40.80 $80,649.81 29 Cindy Colwell GIS/911 Coordinator $42,532.00 $39,201.44 $3,513.14 $2,998.91 $6,570.72 $40.80 $55,655.57 19 Kenya Alexander,CFE Director of Managerial Services Gross includes $2000 CFE pay $40,765.00 $40,458.92 $9,808.06 $3,095.11 $6,570.72 $40.80 $60,279.69 18 Marie Smith Office Administrator $38,611.00 $37,340.40 $3,189.27 $2,856.54 $0.00 $40.80 $44,697.61 16 Jim Willoughby Field Appraiser 1 $36,002.00 $35,766.36 $2,973.77 $2,736.13 $6,570.72 $40.80 $48,323.42 13 Kellia Frazier TPP Director $30,894.00 $30,060.68 $2,551.84 $2,299.64 $6,570.72 $40.80 $42,357.00 11 Mary Farnell GIS/911 Assistant $30,894.00 $30,357.80 $2,551.84 $2,322.37 $6,570.72 $40.80 $42,379.73 11 David Wheeler Ag Appraiser $35,307.00 $35,307.00 $2,916.36 $2,700.99 $6,570.72 $40.80 $47,535.86 10 Madison County Clerk of Courts Office:

Florida partment of f Health IN MADISON COUNTY

2018-19 School Entry

Reqquirements

Before attending school in Florida (kindergarten through 12th grade), each child must provide a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH 680 form), documenting the following

vaccinations:

Public/Non-Public Schools Kindergarten ʹ 12th Grade: x Four or fiv e doses of diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis (DTaP) vaccine x Three do ses of hepatitis B (Hep B) vaccine x Four or five doses of polio vaccine* FREEE x Two doses of measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine x Two dose s of varicella vaccine** (for grades kindergarten through tenth) x One dose of varicella vaccine** (for grades eleventh through twelve)

Seventh Grade Requirements: In addition to kindergarten through 12th grade requirements, students must have the following vaccinations:

x One dose of tetanus-diphtheria-pertussis (Tdap) vacccine August 10, 17, 24 & 31, 2018: 1:00 pm ʹ 4:00 pm (for grade s seven through twelve) x An updated DH 680 form to include Tdap, must be obtained for subm ission to the school Madison County Health Department 218 SW Third Ave. *If the fourth d ose of vaccine is administered prior to the fourth birthday, Madison, FL 323340 a fiftfth dose of polio vaccine is required. **Varicella vacc ine is not required if varicella disease is documented by the *Each child must be accompanied by a parent or health care provider. legal guardian. Parent or legal guardian should ďƌŝŶŐƚŚĞ ĐŚŝůĚ͛ƐŝŵŵƵŶŝnjĂƚŝŽŶ ƌĞĐŽƌĚ͘

For more information, call (850) 342-0170 or visit www.immunizeflorida.org COMMUNITY Madison County Carrier » Wednesday, August 8, 2018 » 7A

CheltsieCelebrating Holbrook: democracy: past, present and future Greene Publishing, Inc. greetings and introductions by Michael On Friday, July 27, the Madison County Curtis. Next, Drew and Democratic Executive Committee hosted a successful Christian Schmoe, along banquet at Divine Events. with Emily Wall, The banquet kicked off at 6:30 p.m. with entertained the crowd by singing patriotic songs. Former Clerk of the Court, Tim Sanders, led the crowd in prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance before dinner was served. A delicious dinner was served, which consisted of fried chicken or roast beef, green beans, mashed potatoes, a roll Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Emerald G. Parsons, July 27, 2018 and for dessert – a Drew and Christian Schmoe entertained banquet guests as they sang patriotic cupcake. patriotic songs, such as "God Bless America." They were also accompanied After dinner, by pianist Emily Wall (not pictured). Madison County's local Democratic candidates Alfred (Al) James Lawson, Jr., U.S. Representative, th were given an opportunity to speak to the crowd. 5 Congressional District to the podium. Lawson has Candidates came up one by one and were given three been working with people the last 47 years. Within minutes to give the crowd their viewpoints and those 47 years, he has spent 18 in the Florida House, opinions. Local Democratic candidates in attendance 10 in the Senate and 17 months in the U.S. Congress. were: Jay Lee, candidate for School Board District 5; Lawson, who grew up in Gadsden County, shared his Susie Williamson, candidate for School Board story of working on his daddy's farm and the journey District 1; Alfred Martin, candidate for County he took to make it where he is today. He spoke about Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Emerald G. Parsons, July 27, 2018 Commissioner District 4; VeEtta Hagan, candidate for his visions and goals for Florida and the changes he Towards the end of the banquet, door prizes School Board District 3; Donnie Waldrep, candidate would like to help Florida achieve. were given away to multiple lucky winners. Gavin Stephens was one of the door prize winners, win- for County Commissioner District 2; and Bart Alford, Once Lawson was thanked for coming to the ning a free year subscription to the Madison candidate for School Board District 5. banquet and being the guest speaker with a round of County Carrier and The Madison Enterprise- It was then time for the highlight of the night as applause, multiple door prizes were given away to Recorder. everyone stood up and welcomed guest speaker close the evening.

Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Emerald G. Parsons, July 27, 2018 Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Emerald G. Parsons, July 27, 2018 Some of the young men from the Boyz to Kings group were on hand during the Democratic ban- Madison County Democratic Executive Com- quet to help serve food to attendees. Pictured in the back row, from left to right, are: Tyrik Tillman, mittee Chairman Jerome Wyche (right) stands with Ezekiel Ghent and Robert Demps. Pictured in the front row, from left to right, are: Ken'tavious Craddock guest speaker Alfred (Al) James Lawson, Jr., U.S. and T.J. Mattair. Standing to the far right is Boyz to Kings group leader Merv Mattair. Representative, 5th Congressional District (left).

Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Emerald G. Parsons, July 27, 2018 Clyde Alexander and his wife, Claudette, were some of the many guests who enjoyed this year's Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Emerald G. Parsons, July 27, 2018 Madison County Democratic Executive Commit- Madison County Democratic Executive Committee members greeted guests at the door. Pictured, tee Banquet. from left to right, are: Janet Maier, Treasurer, and Cheryl Clemons, Secretary.

Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Emerald G. Parsons, July 27, 2018 Madison County's Democratic candidates who are up for election on Tuesday, Aug. 28, were each given three minutes during the banquet to speak to attendees. Pictured, from left to right, are: Jay Lee, candidate for School Board District 5; Susie Williamson, candidate for School Board District 1; Alfred Martin, candidate for County Commissioner District 4; VeEtta Hagan, candidate for School Board District 3; Donnie Waldrep, candidate for County Com- missioner District 2; and Bart Alford, candidate for School Board District 5. 8A » Wednesday, August 8, 2018 » Madison County Carrier COMMUNITY The Hungry Bear's trail of words

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After spending 27 proud years in the law enforcement background in Daytona Beach, Wyoming and other jurisdictions, Shelly Decker, known as The Hungry Bear; a title given by an interstate traveler over the radio, now calls Madison County his home. Not having much time for social activities because of the time consumption of his books, Decker began writing in 1972 and hasn't slowed down since. Born in Green Cove Springs, Fl., Decker, a single son, grew up listening to tales spewed forth by his grandmother about the days of reconstruction. Decker graduated from high school in Daytona Beach, Fl. in 1959 and because of the desire to experience the west, Decker later lived in both Wyoming and Montana. With the time spent as a Florida Highway Patrol Trooper, Decker's books are inscribed with the name "T.H. Bear," that of which came about with a rather interesting story from his days running with blue lights; specifically, in 1972 According to Decker, he was stopped at Interstate 75, near mile marker 132 northbound, while citing a driver he had stopped. His small radio was alive and active with truck driver's questioning "the bear's location." On and on, more and more truck drivers began communicating back and forth, Photo Submitted asking the same questions with the same responses. T.H. Bear received his name while on patrol in 1972 on Interstate 75. After a trucker saw that he had While Decker completed the traffic stop and turned pulled one over immediately after letting another speeder go, Shelly Decker was dubbed "The Hungry off his blue lights, the noise of a vehicle "apeing it" Bear" for his vicious cycle of catching speeders in a short period of time. southbound over the hill caught his attention. He grabbed a small radar gun and clocked the Corvette that was not committed by him, but ultimately by a Decker about the second book associated with running just over 100 miles per hour. government official. The soldier flees the state and Madison County. "I set it here in Madison County Decker immediately flashed his blue lights and ends up in Wyoming during the gold rush, finds the simply because this is where I live and it's easy to put the bright spotlight on the hood of the Corvette love of his life and gets married, living life until his write about streets and people, things that you know while slowly grazing the median grass, waiting for mother calls him home after his brother was arrested about." the car to arrive. Just as he was stepping out of patrol for something he didn't do. Decker advises anyone aspiring to become an car, another exchange came over the radio, "Breaker The western trilogy continues when the soldier author to write what's in your heart but to be honest breaker, is that bear still with that four-wheeler returns home to Lowndes County where home folks with the audience. "Your people out there are a lot northbound at 132?" Followed by another voice, were being abused and jailed. To fight the corruption, smarter than you think they are," said Decker. "When "That bear now has one stopped southbound at 132." the story continues to the second book of the Owl you start trying to twist things for your own benefit, Just moments later, as his attention was caught Hoot Trail Trilogy when he starts the Withlacoochee they're going to see right through you." from the vehicle he stopped, another trucker replied, Renegades, which is also the title of the second Because of the novels set in the time period they "That sure is a hungry ole' bear." The Hungry Bear novel. are, Decker stressed that research played a huge part then was the handle that Decker went by from that In the "Withlacoochee Renegades," the present in his writing and encourages other writers to stay point on. Governor of Georgia fled to New York after finding true to the time period and location of which they are Decker's journey began with "Man of the Tide," he was about to be charged with corruption and writing about. "It takes a long, long time to work it the book he first began writing in 1972. That book, conspiracy to murder. The government official who out so that the jargon is right," said Decker. "But not however, is not finished, according to Decker. With was the actual subject of the murder that the soldier only the words – they certainly spoke a different over 3,000 pages, "Man of the Tide" is a saga was blamed for had risen in power, but as the English than we do – their sentence structure was covering the seed of a shipwrecked sailor from 1678 Governor left, the murderers power dwindled and he different 150 years ago. Words meant different for the next 300 years. "It is so massive," said left the state as well, but not before killing some of things." Decker. "Once I realized I could put my thoughts the soldier's family. Book three of the Owl Hoot Though Decker would like everyone to read his down, I started coming up with other things." Trail trilogy, "The Long Trail" entails the soldier books, he does not recommend his books to children. According to Bear, his first published novel was searching high and low, traveling through multiple "I don't want anyone to go in there thinking it's a the "Gold in the Red Desert," which was the first of states looking for the murderer over a period of eight church book," said Decker. "It's not. If R-rated three books in the Owl Hoot Trail Trilogy. According to nine years. movies offend you, you probably wouldn't like my to Decker, "Gold in the Red Desert" is a love story "The Withlacoochee Renegades" was the first books." set in the time period approximately between 1860 to book of Deckers that was associated with Madison Now retired from the Florida Department of Law 1880 and is about a soldier who went to war to County. Decker also wrote the fictional novel, "The Enforcement and keeping up with the emergency defend his state, spending his last year in a prison Murder in Madison County." In regards to the novel, helipad on his land at the north end of Madison camp in Maryland. Coming home, the soldier had an "I'm a big one for the hero to conquer evil," said County, Decker is married to his wife, Esther, whom unexpected welcome while trying to get along in the Bear. he met while living in Wyoming. For more new south during the reconstruction era. "This is not based on any one incident, but it's information about Decker and his collection of The soldier ends up being accused of a murder based on things that I know about in my work," said novels, log onto thbear.us. COMMUNITY Madison County Carrier » Wednesday, August 8, 2018 » 9A

Girl Scouts seek Women of Distinction nominations

Story Submitted extraordinary civic, professional and/or philanthropic commitment and achievement, be a role model for girls, and demonstrate a commitment to Do you know an extraordinary woman who has advocacy for improving the lives of women and/or girls. distinguished herself as an outstanding member of the Nominees are to demonstrate initiative, integrity and community? A program inspired by Girl Scouts leadership characteristics, but are not required to have nationally, the Girl Scouts of the Florida Panhandle been or currently be a Girl Scout. Nominations will be Women of Distinction Awards honor women from reviewed by an independent selection committee based across the Florida Panhandle who truly stand out on standardized criteria for nominees. for their commitment to the community. Suggested categories include, but are not Nominations are now being accepted limited to: lifetime achievement, for the 2018 Women of challenges experienced, evidence of Distinction awards program. leadership, impact on the community, Since the Girl Scouts of the special talents or expertise and unique Florida Panhandle Women of endeavors. Distinction Awards program The deadline for nominations is started in 1998, over 100 Friday, Aug. 31 at 5 p.m. Nomination women have been honored. All forms can be obtained by visiting nominees will be recognized gscfp.org to complete online or during the Women of Distinction download. Awards Gala at Florida State Sponsorship investment University's Alumni Center on opportunities are available. Girl Thursday, Nov. 8. Scouts of the Florida Panhandle's "Through the Women of Distinction Women of Distinction Awards Gala is an Awards, we have had the honor of opportunity for companies to be affiliated acknowledging the women in our community for with a first-class event that recognizes inspiring their accomplishments; these women are the women leaders and role models in the Florida Panhandle. positive role models who inspire girls to achieve their Tangible benefits include, but are not limited to: philanthropic goals and dreams and make the world a better place," contribution to the community, intimate contact with a receptive said Raslean Allen, CEO of the Girl Scout Council of the audience and the opportunity to share the awards experience with clients Florida Panhandle, Inc. "Honorees truly exemplify the Girl Scout or employees. promise and law. We invite you to join us by nominating the distinguished For more information on becoming a sponsor contact Megan women in our community for this esteemed award." Washington, Grant Manager at (850) 434-1333 ext. 1117, or toll-free at (888) Nominees must live or work in Franklin, Gadsden, Jefferson, Lafayette, 271-8778. You may also contact Washington through email at Leon, Liberty, Madison, Taylor or Wakulla County. They should exemplify [email protected]. Fifth Annual Tellabration!™ announced

John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. the stage. According to Violet, stories must be Set your GPS for The Wally Davis Farm, as he family-friendly. Stories can be true, make-believe and his wife, Vonnie, are opening their gates to us Madison County Florida Storytelling and or a tall-tale. This time to give someone a chance for a fun day of stories on his property." producer Wanda Violet, of Madison, are excited to to tell their story is judgment-free, non- To satisfy hunger, there will be freshly-made announce that the Fifth Annual Madison County competitive and a great community-sharing event. goodies on the grill provided by a local church for Florida Storytelling Tellabration!™ will take place "Our team will be listening during this year's open your donation to their youth project. on Saturday, Nov. 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at stage for any potential tellers for next year," said "It will be a big day with so much going on, Wally Davis Farm. Violet. so mark your calendars now and join us," said Returning featured tellers will include Robyn "It doesn't seem possible that we are already Violet. "Come hear stories of all kinds and feel the A. Rennick, of Port St. Joe, Fl.; and Linda into our fifth year of planning, but we are," said power that stories have to connect us all. Meet us Schuyler Ford, of Tallahassee. Violet. "Everyone enjoys the pastoral setting of a at the farm the Saturday before Thanksgiving." Rennick is part of the alumnus from the very farm for our events, so this year we will again The location for the Fifth Annual first Madison County Storytelling Tellabration!™ meet under a big tent on a farm. In fact, we will Tellabration!™ will be at Wally Davis Farm, event. According to mcfst.org, Rennick has been be just up the road a bit from our former location. located at 5757 NE Rocky Ford Rd., in Madison. "telling stories" all her life, but she didn't experience the true art of storytelling until the 1990's. Rennick tells humorous stories and accounts of spirits from beyond. Another alumnus from the first Tellabration!™, Ford returns with the warm What does your embrace of magical stories that take listeners on a travel through her imagination, to which you've never been and maybe where you need to go. home equity look like? This year's storytellers will include Holly Bebernitz, Wetzel Blair, James Glaser, Joe Boyles, Beth Moore, Bruce Musser, Billy Washington, Madison County Youth Tellers and many more. For one hour of the day, there will be a time for anyone – young or old, experienced or new – to enter to win five minutes worth of stage time to tell a story of their choice. After the five minutes are up, the winner will be politely applauded off

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Is your item being recalled? Greene crowned

Chairs Miss Firecracker Ross stores are recalling approximately 2,300 bistro chairs. The chair's frame can break, posing a fall hazard to consumers. Consumers should Queen immediately stop using the recalled chairs and return them to any Ross store Cheltsie Holbrook: for a full refund. For more information, log onto rossstores.com or call (877) Greene Publishing, Inc. 455-7677. Emma Greene, age five, of Madison, was crowned Miss Firecracker Ambassador Supreme Queen during a recent pageant held in Live Oak, Fl. Greene traveled to Suwannee County on Saturday, July 21, to participate in the Miss Firecracker pageant. The pageant took place at the Suwannee County Coliseum and kicked off at 2 p.m. Mirrors Miss Firecracker Ambassador Supreme Queen is Crate and Barrel has recalled about 840 mirrors. The mirror's glass the title Greene won and with that title, she was can separate from the wooden backing and fall, posing a laceration presented a crown, sash and trophy. hazard. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mirrors Greene is the daughter of Megan Payne and and contact Crate and Barrel to arrange for a free replacement mirror. Tanner Greene and the granddaughter of Diane Crate and Barrel are contacting all known purchasers directly. For Payne, Audy Payne and Bubba and Maria Greene, all more information, call (800) 451-8217 or log on to of Madison. She attends school at Madison Creative crateandbarrel.com. Arts Academy where she is going into Kindergarten. She is also an active member of First Baptist Church.

Children's Sleepwear Allura has recalled about 64,000 children's sleepwear, involving two styles of children's sleepwear garments, due to a violation of federal flammability standard. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sleepwear, take it away from children and contact Allura for a full refund. For more information, log onto alluraimports.com, call Allura at (866) 254-3103 or email them at [email protected].

Prescription Drug Blister Package Sandoz and Norvatis are recalling about 470,000 prescription drug blister packages due to a failure to meet child-resistant closure requirements. The prescription drug packaging is not child-resistant as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act, posing a poisoning risk if swallowed by children. Consumers should immediately secure the blister cards to keep them out of the sight and reach of children and contact Novartis or Sandoz for further Photo Submitted instructions. Novartis and Sandoz advise that consumers should continue to use Emma Greene recently won the title of Miss the medication as directed once the blister packages are secured. For more Firecracker Ambassador Supreme Queen. information, log onto www.us.sandoz.com/patients-customersproduct-safety- notices or call them at (888) 669-6682. Meet your neighbor: All-Terrain Vehicles BRP is recalling approximately 13,300 all-terrain vehicles (ATV). Fuel Nathaniel Robinson can spray from the fuel tank when opening the gas cap, posing a fuel leak and fire hazard. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a BRP Can-Am ATV dealer for a free repair. BRP is contacting all known purchasers directly. For more information, log onto www.can- am.brp.com or call (888) 272-9222.

Ladders Werner is recalling about 78,000 aluminum ladders after it was found that the ladders can break, posing a fall hazard to the user. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ladders and return the ladder to the store of purchase to receive a full refund. For more information, call (888) 523-3370, email Werner at [email protected], or log onto wernerco.com.

Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by John Willoughby, July 26, 2018 Nathaniel Robinson John Willoughby: MADISON Greene Publishing, Inc. If you've ever had to dispose of waste or trash at County Carrier the Madison Industrial Solid Waste and Recycling Center on Harvey Greene Dr., in Madison, you may have encountered Nathaniel Robinson. Born and raised in Madison alongside of 12 other siblings, Robinson has been a Madison County Solid Waste and Recycling attendant for the past five years. He states he really enjoys getting to meet different people and showing and receiving acts of kindness. Before working for Madison County, Robinson worked for Lance Potato Chips, in Perry, for six years with previous experience at Gold Kist and Dixie Packers. The mission of the Madison County Solid Waste and Recycling Department is to help protect the environment around us and enhance the clean (850) 973-4141 surroundings that Madison County enjoys by Call to place your card! collecting and disposing of garbage and other waste material. Proper solid waste collection is for the benefit of public health, environmental quality and safety. You are encouraged to stop by and meet Robinson. Madison Industrial Solid Waste and Recycling Center is located at 965 SW Harvey Greene Dr., in Madison. The Madison Industrial Solid Waste and Recycling Center is opened from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday and Thursday through Saturday. The center is also opened on Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., but closed on Tuesday and Sunday. SCHOOL Madison County Carrier » Wednesday, August 8, 2018 » 11A Large turnout for backpack giveaway

Mickey Starling: Greene Publishing, Inc. full of eager and excited children awaiting the opportunity to receive a free backpack and vision screening. The Madison Lion's Club was on hand to TCC Wireless Advantage's Verizon store, located at 378 E Base St., in provide the vision screening for this first-ever event which promises to be Madison was wise to schedule their backpack giveaway on a Sunday, when bigger and better next year. 300 backpacks were given away so quickly that the store is normally closed. Well before the 1 p.m. start of the promotion on 70 more bags were brought in from a nearby store and they were gone soon July 22, there was a line wrapping all the way around the corner of Subway, after arrival.

Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Mickey Starling, July 22, 2018 Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Mickey Starling, July 22, 2018 This group of family and friends made a tailgating party out of their trip There was an impressive line that filed into the Verizon store in Madison to get free backpacks from the Verizon store, in Madison. Over 300 back- to receive free backpacks provided by the company just in time for back-to- packs were given away on Sunday, July 22. school preparations.

Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Mickey Starling, July 22, 2018 A lot of people showed up early, forming a long line outside of the Madi- Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Mickey Starling, July 22, 2018 son Verizon store. It was well worth the wait to receive a new backpack and Tim Dunn, of the Madison Lion's Club, was busy giving free vision screen- vision screening as part of the company's back-to-school promotion. ings as part of TCC Wireless Advantage's back-to-school giveaway. Need to prepare your home for the summer season? Call one of these businesses for more information!

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The candy man draws a crowd Abbie Bembry won't Mickey Starling: be looking for a Greene Publishing, Inc.

Making your rounds seat anymore to speak to people at church is nothing new, but there is an especially busy line of young people headed towards Lee Gordon every Sunday morning at Madison First Baptist Church. That's because Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Cheltsie Holbrook, July 22, 2018 Gordon is carrying a Lillian Washington is one of the special attractant that is a kids who looks forward to seeing Lee secret to no one: Gordon, the “candy man,” at Madison First Baptist Church. peppermint candy. Each Sunday, Gordon fills his Photo Submitted pockets with the hard candy favorites and waits for the line to form Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Cheltsie Holbrook, July 22, 2018 Abbie Bembry has faithfully attended Midway Church of God for the past 18 years and now has when he arrives at church and he is never disappointed. “We have a Katie Krell gives Lee Gordon a her own seat to show for it. wonderful group of little kids at our church,” said Gordon. “I don't hug after receiving her weekly dose know how I got started with this, but they know where to find me. I of peppermint candy from the kind- Mickey Starling: hearted gentleman. Greene Publishing, Inc. enjoy messing with them.” Jacob Bembry has been taking his special-needs sister, Abbie, to church for 18 years. While Abbie has Breaking Stereotypes always enjoyed the services, she now has even more : to look forward to now that Pastor Retis Flowers has presented her with her own chair, with her name In tribute to my own embroidered on the front and back. Brenda Sue Webb did a fantastic job making the special cover for John Willoughby: the seat and Abbie couldn't be more pleased. Greene Publishing, Inc.

th Yesterday, Aug. 7, was the 10 anniversary of my grandmother's passing in 2008. Virginia Massengale was a pistol up until the day she went to Heaven. Through pain and anguish, we laid her to rest and she is now my guardian angel, my lasting memory and the framed picture with a special place on my wall. Through my graduation and other important events in my life, I can only imagine how proud she would be of me. I've heard it said that it takes 21 days to mend a broken heart. For some, it takes more than 21 days; more like a lifetime for others. The passing of a loved If your church is having an event, please let us one, whether suddenly or expected, catches anyone off-guard. Grief comes in know, and we'll tell everyone else. Please e-mail your many forms and I do believe it is natural. church announcements to The shortest verse in the Bible lets us know that Jesus himself had [email protected] emotions, which in turn confirmed his humanity. In John 11:35, “Jesus wept.” In the gospel of Matthew 5:4, or call (850) 973-4141. we are informed that “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” When someone passes and steps into the Light of Jesus, we can be assured that they're in much better Every Tuesday shape; no hurting, no pain. Why not be thankful for what they're experiencing? After all, they know more Pine Grove Missionary Baptist Church will be about Jesus than we ever will on this earth. “And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there holding continuing education classes entitled, “Iron shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things Man: Iron Sharpens Iron,” every Tuesday, beginning at are passed away.” (Revelation 21:4) 6 p.m. Church administration and sermon preparation Though my grandmother is not with us anymore, I know where she is, holding the hand of our Savior. I are two of the multiple topics these classes will cover. hope you're having so much joy Grandma. I love and miss you dearly. Group discussions concerning church-related topics will Do you have a loved one who has passed on? Keep these verses in your heart and believe in the Lord also be a major focus of the meetings. Dr. Tom Jesus Christ and should you make the right decision, if you haven't already, you too will see your loved one Studstill, pastor of Pine Grove Missionary Baptist again. Church, will be instructing the class. This event is free, and all area pastors and lay leaders are encouraged to attend. The church is located at 4084 NE Rocky Ford Rd., in Madison.

Live Oak Church of God hosts final event Every Wednesday Mickey Starling: Greene Publishing, Inc. Sharpens Iron” meetings and the encouragement and Rocky Springs United Methodist Church holds fellowship they provided. “This has been a blessing to prayer time and bible study every Wednesday at 10 a.m. The Live Oak Church of God will host its final the men of our church and it has brought in area The church is located at 305 NW Rocky Springs Rd., in “Iron Sharpens Iron” men's event on Monday, August football teams and youth from the Florida Sheriff's Madison. Call (850) 253-5078 for more information. 20, at 7 p.m. Seminole County Sheriff's Department Boy's Ranch,” said Philman. “Our prayers are for lives Chaplain Gene Gregory will be the featured speaker. to be forever changed for the kingdom of God, just as Bible Deliverance Church is hosting weekly Bible Gregory serves in Trenton, Fl., the site of the recent they were during the Promise Keepers movement in studies every Wednesday, beginning at 7 p.m. Meals are senseless slayings of two deputies in April. Gregory the early 90s.” always provided and everyone is welcome. For more spoke at the funerals of both officers, Noel Ramirez The “Iron Sharpens Iron” series will return in information, call (850) 973-6528. Bible Deliverance and Taylor Lindsey. All members of law enforcement February and will continue to be free of charge. The Church is located at 720 SW Range Ave., in Madison. are encouraged to attend this event. “Our community guest speaker in February will be Life's Highway TV needs this, especially considering what's going on in Host Wade Spencer. Philman wishes to thank all of August 11 the world today,” said Men's Ministry Leader Johnnie this year's speakers who offered testimonies and The Pentecostals of Madison are hosting Jumping Philman, who is also a retired law enforcement officer. encouragement. Speakers included the following: for Jesus, a fun event for all ages on Saturday, Aug. 11 Philman is pleased with the success of the “Iron Former Florida State University Football Coach from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Four Freedoms Park, in Bobby Bowden, Florida Madison. There will be a bounce house, face painting, State Chaplain Clint music, free hot dogs and great fun. The Pentecostals of Purvis, Valdosta State Madison is located at 119 E Base St., in Madison. University Coach Kerwin Bell and Rev. David Ring. August 19 For more Midway Baptist Church will be holding their information, call Philman annual homecoming service on Sunday, Aug. 19, at (386) 842-5494. Live beginning at 10:45 a.m., with special music from Oak Church of God is Stephen Jones, of Lake City. The guest speaker will be located at 9828 US Hwy. Rev. Robert Dixon, new Director of Missions for the 129, in Live Oak. Middle Florida Baptist Association. A covered dish will follow and nursery care will be provided. There will be no Sunday school or evening service. For more information, contact Pastor Matt Thompson at (850) 253-5042. Midway Baptist Church is located at 338 SE Midway Church Rd., in Lee. CHURCH Madison County Carrier » Wednesday, August 8, 2018 » 13A Marriage is meant to reflect our Prayer is a powerful spiritual life weapon Mickey Starling: Mickey Starling: meant to be a reflection of what a good Greene Publishing, relationship with God looks like. This same pastor Greene Publishing, Inc. Inc. noticed that his Bible reading and prayer time was lacking the presence of God. He had normally In an effort to assist the churches Petty problems incorporated worship into his daily discipline, but in Madison County with getting the sometimes act as had gotten away from it because of his busy word out on prayer requests, Greene spotlights to schedule. Publishing, Inc. is providing a prayer deeper issues. I When he put worship back as a primary focus wall to hopefully increase the was recently of his devotions, he noticed a greater intimacy with number of prayers being offered for watching a pastor the Lord immediately. It is true that God was the needs in the community. who was always in the room, but choosing to adore and Churches and individuals are welcome to submit prayer requests discussing a fight appreciate Him restored a closeness that God had to [email protected]. he had with his always desired. Could it be that God grows tired of Some recurring needs that should always be a matter of wife over closing having us search for more information and prayer are the safety of our military and law enforcement officials. the kitchen cabinets. He couldn’t understand why instruction about Him rather than seeking the These men and women put their lives on the line for others on a she wasn’t more responsive to his correction and pleasure of His presence? daily basis and they covet your prayers. The recent miraculous less offended. I’ve been married long enough to know that rescue of the coach and his 12 young soccer players from a As it turns out, the cabinet doors were only a my wife and I can be in the same room and share flooded cave in Thailand is a prime example of the benefits of symptom of a deeper issue. The constant the space or we can share the moments we have corporate prayer. People all over the world, including many corrections brought an honest question to his together. The moments are far sweeter than the groups in Madison, were praying against the odds for the rescue of wife’s mind that was worthy of consideration. space will ever be. Appreciation makes that that team. Even during the rescue, the experts were saying that it “Why do you notice the one thing I get wrong and possible. was highly unlikely that everyone would be saved. The trip out ignore the 10 things I get right?,” she asked. Hopefully, we can all get better at inviting was so treacherous that the first to be saved were the strongest This question rocked his understanding of the God into the rooms of our lives rather than just individuals because there was some doubt even they would be problem and helped him to realize that his weakly assuming He is just sharing space with us. able to make it. In the end, the facts were defied by faith and the obsession over one detail was causing him to lose Worship makes that possible. It would also be countless prayers around the world and there is a particularly the pleasure of being in his wife’s presence, so he helpful to remember King David as we ponder this grateful soccer team to show for it. began focusing on all the things she did right and need. David could worship in all seasons of his We all need more results like that, and prayer is the vehicle he closed the cabinets while she was out of the life, even after being caught in sin. David knew for making it happen. We look forward to helping to unite our kitchen. that if he waited to get better to worship, he would community through this shared prayer wall. “Therefore, confess It should be a widely known fact that married never worship. His life demonstrates to us that if your sins to one another and pray for one another that you may be people are happier when they enjoy one another’s we choose to worship God, we become better as healed. The effective prayer of a righteous man can accomplish company. But, we easily forget that marriage is we practice sharing moments, not space, with God. much.” (James 5:16) Baptist Association welcomes Director of Missions John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. sees himself doing is to challenge and encourage pastors to keep up their spiritual walk and to build bonds with them. “I'm no authority over them, I'm not their In late June, Middle Florida Baptist Association boss,” said Dixon. “I don't share things with them unless they ask, then I try to (MFBA) welcomed Rev. Robert Dixon to Madison share everything with them I possibly can to be of help to them.” County and the Middle Florida region as the new After being in office for more than a month, Dixon hasn't found anything Director of Missions. unique in the MFBA because of the attendance in Baptist churches failing; not Dixon has had a life-long background within the only in Middle Florida but all over the country. “There was a time when Baptists church, considering he played baby Jesus in a built a building, opened the doors and people came pouring in,” said Dixon. “That Christmas play as an infant. Though he was raised in day is gone. Even here in Middle Florida.” Through the challenges, Dixon sees a the church, Dixon said he got saved to “avoid going plus-side to Middle Florida. “We have many strong family churches,” said Dixon. to hell.” However, later in life, he realized that being Dixon is married to Kim Dixon, who is now the new principal at Madison saved was more than just fire insurance. It was more County Central School. Both Kim and Robert met while at Southwestern Baptist Rev. Robert Dixon about service to God and others. “It just seemed like Theological Seminary. Together, they have four children: Lyle (Heidi), Laura a natural part of life to me,” said Dixon. (Perry), Luke (Amanda) and Lindsey (Dylan). The Dixons also have two Born and raised in Asheville, NC, Dixon graduated high school in 1978 and grandchildren: Davin and Ioanna. graduated from University of North Carolina – Greensboro in 1982 with a A reception, hosted by Middle Florida Baptist Association, will be held in Bachelor of Science in Municipal and Regional Recreation. honor of the Dixon's Dixon states he felt church recreation was his call to ministry. Church transition to Madison recreation, as Dixon describes it, is an outreach tool within a ministry to create County. On Tuesday, experiences where church members can “draw in the unchurched.” This type of Aug. 14 at Madison First ministry includes crafts, camps, ball leagues, outings and other recreational Baptist Church, a meet church-related activities. “[Church recreation] might make it easier for some folks and greet with Robert to get involved in the life of a church in a less intimidating way,” said Dixon. and Kim Dixon will take In 1985, Dixon graduated from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary place at 6 p.m. with a with a Master of Arts in Religious Education. Since his graduation, Dixon states dinner at 6:30 p.m. At he's been on a church staff in “one capacity or another” since graduating with his 7:30 p.m., an executive Master's degree. committee meeting will His church affiliation since 1986 is as follows: youth recreation at be held. Winstanley Baptist Church, Fairview Heights, Il. (1986-1989); youth recreation at You are asked to Lakeview First Baptist Church, Rossville, Ga. (1989-1993); education and RSVP for this event to administration at First Baptist Church of Albemarle, NC (1993-1998); education the MFBA office. You and administration at First Baptist Church of Kernersville, NC (1998-2000); may call MFBA at (850) FiFirirsrs3t4 8U SnWi tReudtl eMdgeet Shto. did• Misisatd iCsohnurcrch education and administration, later interim pastor at Southeast Baptist Church in 973-8607. Madison First Pastor, Lamar Albritton, Jr. Greensboro, NC (2000-2003); pastor at West Side Baptist Church in Winston- Baptist Church is located DiscipleshipDiscipleship StudiesStudies ...... 9:009:00 aandnd 11:0011:00 a.m.a.m. Salem, NC (2009-2016); and service pastor at First Baptist Church of Pilot at 134 SW Meeting Ave., WorshipWorship SServiceervice ...... 110:000:00 aa.m..m. Mountain, NC (2016-2018). in Madison. “All through this, even in Winston-Salem, I still had this sense of getting into associational mission Macedodoniaia Bapaptisist Churcrch work,” said Dixon. “I just felt I had the skills, a 5539 E US 90 • Lee passion and an interest in this that better suited me to SundaySunday School...... School...... 10:0010:00 a.m.a.m. do this than pastor or anything else.” WorshipWorship ServiceService ...... 11:0011:00 a.m.a.m. Being a people person, Dixon isn't shy about WednesdayWednesday PrayerPrayer MeetingMeeting ...... 6:006:00 p.m.p.m. looking to help local churches within MFBA's jurisdiction. “The people I'm most concerned about are other pastors, other ministers,” said Dixon. “I 24M85 idiSdwdEw Mayaidyw Cayh Cuhrcruchrc hofo fR dG. •o Ldee don't think you'll find a healthy church that doesn't have a good pastor; and when I say good, I don't (850) 971-5200 • Pastor, Retis Flowers SundaySunday SchoolSchool ...... 10:0010:00 a.m.a.m. mean the best in the world, but one who is mature in MorningMorning WorshipWorship ...... 111:001:00 aa.m..m. his faith, doing what he is called to do and EEveningvening WWorshiporship ...... 66:00:00 pp.m..m. encouraged and supported [by the church].” WWednesdayednesday FFamilyamily TTrainingraining HHourour ...... 77:00:00 pp.m.m The church and the pastor is Dixon's main focus as he steps into the Director of Missions. 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Greene Publishing, Inc. presents to you our 2018 political section! We have collaborated with the Madison County Supervisor of Elections office, as well as local candidates to provide you with all the information you will need before you cast your ballot. Use this section to see who is running for local and state office, when and where you can vote early, requirements for voting, an opportunity to hear local candidates speak about important issues and local candidate questionnaires that provide you with vital information about the people who want to represent you. We hope you enjoy this section; use it as a tool to consider the issues that matter most to you and go out and vote in the 2018 primary and general elections!

Kids to take Vote early part in elections

Early Voting Schedule: Primary Election: Saturday, Aug. 18, to Saturday, Aug. 25, 2018. General Election: Saturday, Oct. 27, to Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018.

Early Voting Sites: Lee City Hall 286 N.E. CR 255 Lee, Fl. 32059 Mon. - Fri. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat. - Sun. 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Madison Board Room Annex 229 SW Pinckney St. Rm. 107 Madison, Fl. 32340 Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat. - Sun. 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Greenville Senior Citizen Building 166 S.W. Onslow St. Greenville, Fl. 32331 Mon. - Fri. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat. - Sun. 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Photo Submitted Special ballot boxes will be at all Madison County voting precincts to give kids Pinetta Vol. Fire Dept. the opportunity to voice their opinion during the upcoming primary election, just 509 NE Persimmon Dr. like the adults. Pinetta, Fl. 32350 Mon. - Fri. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Rick Patrick: Sat. - Sun. 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Greene Publishing, Inc.

When Madison County voters go to the polls for the primary elections this month, youngsters will have the opportunity to voice their opinions as well. Know before you vote According to Madison County Supervisor of Elections Tommy Hardee, a special ballot will be available for kids to use to vote on a variety of subjects. The ballots will look the same as the ballots their parents use and will be run through the voting machines and tallied, just like the "grown-up" ballots. Results for the Florida's Primary Election will be held on Tuesday, August 28, 2018. The Gen- kids' election will be released along with results from the other local elections. eral Election is Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018. Kids will vote on their favorite school subject, their favorite ice cream flavor, • Remember . . . Florida is a Closed-Primary State. their favorite season and their favorite sport. The ballots will be available at all • In primary elections, you are entitled to vote the official primary election ballot Madison County voting precincts and will be on hand for both early voting and of the political party you are registered with and no other. on election day. • You must be registered with your party of choice 29 days before a primary "[One] reason for this is to let kids see how easy it is to vote," said Hardee. election. "If kids get excited to come vote, that may get parents to come down to the polls • At a general election, you may vote for any candidate or question on the ballot, as well." Hardee added that it is hoped that allowing kids to vote will help regardless of party affiliation. develop an interest in the electoral process, which will carry on into adulthood. • You must vote in your assigned precinct on Election Day. If you have moved, Early voting for the primary election in Madison County begins on Saturday, please change your address by calling the Elections Office before visiting any Aug. 18, and will continue through Saturday, Aug 25. Election day for the polling location. If you do not have an updated Voter Information Card and do not primary elections is Tuesday, Aug. 28. According to Hardee, a new set of topics know where your polling location will be, please call (850) 973-6507 or use our will be available for youngsters to vote on in the general election in November. find your precinct online: www.votemadison.com. 2B » Wednesday, August 8, 2018 » Madison County Carrier POLITICAL The legislative candidates:

United States Senator Darcy Richardson (Reform) Roque "Rocky” De La Fuente (R) Attorney General Rick Scott (R) Ashley Moody (R) Bill Nelson (D) Frank White (R) Representative in Congress, District 5 Sean Shaw (D) Virginia Fuller (R) Ryan Torrens (D) Alvin Brown (D) Chief Financial Officer Al Lawson (D) Jimmy Patronis (R) Governor and Lieutenant Governor Jeremy Ring (D) Don Baldauf (R) Commissioner of Agriculture Ron DeSantis (R) Matt Caldwell (R) Timothy M. Devine (R) Denise Grimsley (R) Bob Langford (R) Mike McCalister (R) John Joseph Mercadante (R) Baxter Troutman (R) Bruce Nathan (R) Nicole "Nikki" Fried (D) Adam H. Putnam (R) Jeffrey Duane Porter (D) Andrew Gillum (D) Roy David Walker (D) Gwen Graham (D) Circuit Judge, 3rd Judicial Circuit, Group 2 Jeff Greene (D) Melissa Gates Olin (NPA) Chris King (D) Circuit Judge, 3rd Judicial Circuit, Group 3 Philip Levine (D) David W. Fina (NPA) Alex "Lundy" Lundmark (D) Circuit Judge, 3rd Judicial Circuit, Group 5 John Wetherbee (D) Wes Douglas (NPA) The local candidates: County County Commissioner Judge Dist. 2 County Commissioner - Dist. 4

Edwin Bailey Roy Wayne Vickers (D) Donnie Waldrep (D) Shanton Edwards (D) Alfred Martin (D) Mike Dowdy (R) Browning lll (NPA) School Board Dist. 1 School Board Dist. 3 School Board Dist. 5

Susie Bishop Surretta L. Bell VeEtta L. Hagan Bart Alford John Jay Lee Donnell Laron Williamson (NPA) (NPA) (NPA) (D) (NPA) Davis (NPA)

Cherry Lake Fire Madison Soil and Water Rescue to host Conservation District: political rally Group 2 Cheltsie Holbrook: Group 2 is the only Madison Soil and Water Conservation District seat up Greene Publishing, Inc. for re-election with opposition-- all the rest are unopposed. Madison local Martha F. Carter is running against current seat-holder, Margie Foust Join Cherry Lake Fire Rescue as they hold their political rally fundraiser on McLeod. Both candidates were unavailable for participation. Saturday, Aug. 18, at 5 p.m. This rally gives all political figures the opportunity to voice their opinion of matters before the polls are opened for voting. The event will be held at the Cherry Lake Fire Rescue station where a dinner will be served consisting of fried fish, hush puppies, cheese grits, coleslaw, baked beans and tea. The fried fish dinner will be $8 per plate with the political rally and a cake auction taking place immediately afterward. If you are a political candidate and would like to participate in Cherry Lake's fundraiser, please call Cherry Lake Fire Rescue at (850) 929-2354 at least one week prior to the event and leave your name and phone number. Each candidate will be given five minutes to talk at the podium. Podium reservations must be made by Thursday, Aug. 16, by 5 p.m. Unless previous arrangements have been made, Cherry Lake Fire Rescue asks for no substitute speakers for the candidates and absolutely no other soliciting during the event. Mark your calendars for Aug. 18 to come out and get to know your candidates. Cherry Lake Fire Rescue is located in Pinetta at 2612 NE Cherry Lake Cir. POLITICAL Madison County Carrier » Wednesday, August 8, 2018 » 3B

Madison County District 1

Madison County School Board District 1 Susie Bishop Williamson

Susie Bishop Williamson is running unopposed for the Madison County School Board District 1 seat. She did not respond to the candidate survey, despite multiple attempts by our office to make contact. Madison County District 2

Madison County Commission District 2 Donnie Waldrep

What is your education history? I am the owner of 235 acres in Madison Graduate of Greenville High School and County. attended North Florida Junior College. Have you ever been arrested and, if so, when List any professional qualifications, and why? certifications or relevant experience. No. • Self-employed business owner of FL-GA How do you intend to help bring new jobs Wholesale Tire for 32 years. and industries to Madison County? • Certified Director at Tri-County Electric I will use the same strategies to attract business Cooperative. in Madison County that I use in my tire business: • Participated in Legislative conference with aggressively reaching out to solicit businesses, both of our Senators and Congressmen in offering incentives (if possible). I will also work Washington DC, advocating for our citizens to make new or expanding companies know that regarding various issues relevant to this we as a county are willing to do everything we can community. to bring new businesses to our county, therefore, List any professional, civic or religious bringing jobs to Madison County. organizations to which you belong. What is an area that needs improvement in • Member of the Madison Masonic Lodge for 37 Madison County and how will you help bring years. about progress in that area? • Member of the Madison Shrine Club for 30 • Working hard to make sure our children have years. jobs in our community. • A proud holder of Century Pioneer Farm • Promote technical schooling within our county. Family designation issued by the Florida • Effectively/efficiently maintain our county Department of Agriculture. roads to the highest standard. Name specific goals you would like to set for • Charter member of the Sons of the American • Financial accountability and transparency. the County Commission to achieve over your Legion, Cherry Lake Chapter. Do you plan to cut, raise or maintain the potential term. Are you gainfully employed and will you current tax rate? Why and how will you • Better communication between the citizens of continue your position if you are elected? accomplish this? Madison County and the Board of County Yes, I'm the owner of FL-GA Wholesale Tire I would like to see more efficient use of county Commissioners. for the past 32 years and will continue to own and funds, in hopes that we may be able to lower our • A timely response to citizens questions or operate this business if elected. tax rate in the future. Bringing in more businesses concerns. Do you own property in the county and, if to Madison would lessen the burden on our current • Fair and equitable representation of all citizens so, how much? taxpayers. in District 2. Madison County Commission District 2 Wayne Vickers

What is your education history? and my experience there dealing with budgets gave time a business has come to Madison County, we High school diploma, as well as graduated me great experience. I have been a County have done everything we could to get them here, from North Florida Junior College. Commissioner for over 11 years. including offering many incentives. List any professional qualifications List any professional, civic or religious What is an area that needs improvement in certifications, or relevant experience. organizations to which you belong. Madison County and how will you help bring I worked with Nortel Networks for 16 years I am a member of the Masonic Lodge of about progress in that area? Madison. I also serve as a deacon at Union Baptist One of the biggest is our roads. We have to Church. operate on a slim budget, but we try as hard as we Are you gainfully employed and will you can to improve our roads any chance we get. I also continue your position if you are elected? want to see more jobs in this county. Getting Yes, I am employed at North Florida people back to work would be priority if there's Community College and have been for 16 years. I anything we can do. I also stay available to the will continue my position if elected. citizens of Madison County. No one has ever called Do you own property in the county and, if and left me a message that I didn't call back and so, how much? try to help. Yes, my home and adjacent property, as well as Do you plan to cut, raise or maintain the buildings in Pinetta. current tax rate? Why and how will you Have you ever been arrested and, if so, when accomplish this? and why? I'm hoping we can cut taxes. Right now, we're No having to make cuts in budgets because the money How do you intend to help bring new jobs is not there. and industries to Madison County? Name specific goals you would like to set for I will continue working just as hard to bring the County Commission to achieve over your jobs to Madison County. The County Commission potential term. Madison hasCounty been working very hard to bring jobs here. Any I want to see more jobs and improved roads.

District 3 Madison County School Board District 3 VeEtta Hagan

V eEtta Hagan, who is running for Madison County School Board District 3, did not respond to the candidate survey, despite multiple attempts by our office to make contact.

, y 4B » Wednesday, August 8, 2018 » Madison County Carrier POLITICAL Madison County District 3

Madison County School Board District 3 Suretta Bell

List any professional school students to private schools. I • Teachers play a major role in student qualifications, certifications or relevant am a supporter of public schools but performance. If a teacher lacks experience. 27 years working in the there is so much red tape wrapped experience or is dispassionate about school system. around this bill that I would prefer teaching, their classroom can't run List any professional, civic or studying it thoroughly before efficiently. We need to hold teachers religious organizations to which you commenting. accountable for their work belong. Sanctuary of Praise Greenville, Identify the two most important ethics/responsibility as an educator to do Fl. factors that affect student what's necessary to assure that every Are you gainfully employed and performance. Identify how you plan to student is being provided a quality will you continue your position if you address each. education. are elected? I would have to end my • Living in poverty can distract a child What is a program you would like position of 27 years with the Madison from academics because survival to see in our schools and how will you County School District if I'm elected. becomes a more immediate and pressing work to install it? Our district has made Do you own property in the priority. Poverty is complex and requires great strides over the years by providing county and, if so, how much? NC. a comprehensive community wide vocational classes for students while in Have you ever been arrested and, approach. I believe by building stronger high school, but I would like to see more if so, when and why? No. partnerships in our community, we can be available. By providing more What is your education history? I What is your opinion of HB 7055? connect with local businesses, vocational programs, students can learn a graduated from MCHS and attended This law expands the use of voucher- organizations and individuals in our skill or trade that can prepare them for a NFCC. like scholarships to send more public- surrounding county who can help. job directly out of high school. Madison County District 4

Madison County Commission District 4 Mike Dowdy

What is your education history? Operations for SBD Investment, LLC progress in that area? Jobs. I will Bachelor's Degree in Economics and and yes, I will continue in that work to bring change in the workforce in Finance capacity. numbers by bringing new industries List any professional Do you own property in the and businesses to Madison County. qualifications, certifications or county and, if so, how much? Do you plan to cut, raise or relevant experience. I have run Rental, business and I live on 16.9 maintain the current tax rate? Why Clover Farm Grocery profitably from acres that is inherited from my wife's and how will you accomplish this? 1989 to present. I also run Stan's family. Maintain what we are doing and work Quality Meats in Valdosta, Ga. and Have you ever been arrested to increase the population numbers, Stan's Meats in Quitman, Ga. and, if so, when and why? NC which in turn will relieve some of the profitably. How do you intend to help bring tax pressures experienced by current List any professional, civic or new jobs and industries to Madison residents, by bringing in new religious organizations to which you County? By looking for ways to businesses and industry to help belong: Member of New Home attract new businesses and working to current residents. Baptist Church and active supporter of improve the quality of Madison Name specific goals you would christian-based ministries. County. like to set for the County as a team to increase the number of Are you gainfully employed and What is an area that needs Commission to achieve over your jobs available for the county. We need will you continue your position if improvement in Madison County potential term. I would like for the to bring more industry and business to you are elected? Supervisor of and how will you help bring about County Commission to work together our county.

Madison County Commission District 4 Shanton Edwards

• Fluent in Excel, Word and priority should be to help local more after school activities and Publisher business expand and grow. Provide gang/drug prevention. I've spent the List any professional, civic or incentives to local businesses who last 17 years working with youth in my religious organizations to which you grow its operation and workforce. community, because I understand that belong: NC. • Identify and build on existing the kids are truly our future. I Are you gainfully employed and assets to increase tourism. Identify the understand how easy trouble is to get will you continue your position if you assets that offer the best opportunities into. As a young man at the age of 18 I are elected? I currently serve as Area for growth and develop strategies to was arrested for having a fake ID and Director for the Boys & Girls Club of support them. Assets might include grand theft auto. I was not convicted, North Central Florida. My plan is to natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and but those charges could have easily continue in that role. our historic downtown. destroyed my life. Unlike so many of Do you own property in the • Direct the Economic Development our teens I had family support and county and, if so, how much? Yes my Director to find government/outside support of my local Boys & Girls Club home is out in Sirmans and we have funding to support our community's staff. I tell folks all the time that the just under 3 acres. vision. Boys & Girls Club saved my life. If we Have you ever been arrested • Target new high paying industries want our town to grow and thrive we What is your education history? and, if so, when and why? As a young such as Tech, Clean Energy, Green must invest in our youth and share our High School Diploma. man at the age of 18, I was arrested for Tech, E commerce and Education Tech. time, love and treasure. One of my List any professional having a fake ID and grand theft auto. I • Create incentives for goals as County Commissioner will be qualifications, certifications or was not convicted, but those charges redevelopment, and encourage to establish the Madison County Youth relevant experience. could have easily destroyed my life. investment in the community. Make it Center which would be geared around • Boys & Girls Club of North Unlike so many of our teens I had easier for interested businesses and the arts, travel sports, and education Central Florida –Area Director 2016- family support and support of my local developers to invest in the community and career development. Current Boys & Girls Club staff. I tell folks all in ways that support the community's Do you plan to cut, raise or • Boys & Girls Club of North the time that the Boys & Girls Club long-term priorities. maintain the current tax rate? Why Central Florida –Unit Director 2014- saved my life. • Expand workforce training. Partner and how will you accomplish this? My 2016 How do you intend to help bring with education institutions to train view on taxes is that we should only • Boys & Girls Club of Tabula Rasa new jobs and industries to Madison workforce to meet the needs of collect what we need to operate the (Greenville Unit)--Unit Director 2009- County? The key to successful potential new businesses. county. Taxpayers should be relieved 2014 sustainable development calls for • Agricultural Development of any unnecessary burdens. Skills: increased community participation. It Strategy. Help local agricultural Name specific goals you would • Financial planning is clear that local economic companies rebuild and expand with like to set for the County • QuickBooks development strategies have to new technology and a well trained Commission to achieve over your • Vendor relations and negotiations promote sustainable development and workforce. potential term. • Employee management alleviate poverty. • Encourage and assist in creation of If elected I have 4 goals that I • Recruit and retain quality staff The Edwards plan consists of the small, medium and micro enterprises would like to meet by the end of my • Employee training and following: with emphasis on minority economic first term: development • Engage residents, business owners empowerment by development of small • Bring 300 new quality jobs to the • Manage $1,000,000.00 budget and other stakeholders to develop a businesses, particularly those owned County. • Facility management, state and vision for the community's future. and operated by previously • Cut out all wasteful spending. federal grant management • Complete makeover of the disadvantaged persons. • Establish the Madison County • Ability to measure outcomes, Economic Development Council, with What is an area that needs Youth Center which would be geared strategic planning and organization emphasis on hiring an Economic improvement in Madison County around the arts, travel sports, and • Community relationship building Development Director to lead the and how will you help bring about education and career development. • Ability to work under pressure Council. progress in that area? Teen Crime! • Assist in the start-up of four • Ability to meet deadlines • Expand on what we do well. Our We need more resources for our youth, minority-owned small businesses. POLITICAL Madison County Carrier » Wednesday, August 8, 2018 » 5B

Madison County District 4

Madison County Commission District 4 Alfred Martin

Commissioner Alfred Martin, who is running for the County Commission District 4 seat, opted to pass on participating in the candidate questionnaire. Madison County District 5 Madison County School Board District 5 Bart Alford

What is your education history? request a scholarship to I am a graduate of Madison County High enroll and attend an School, North Florida Junior College and Florida eligible private school. State University. From Florida State, I received As a board member both my bachelor and master's degree in Speech- student safety is utmost Language Pathology. While on the school board, I importance. If a have received extensive training through the student is a victim of an Florida School Board Association in incident at school, the boardmanship, chairmanship, school finance, student should be curriculum/instruction, state and federal allowed to use the legislation, school law, planning, policy-making scholarship if they and multiculturalism. wish. If the parent feels List any professional qualifications, a transfer is needed, the certifications or relevant experience. student should transfer. I am a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist A student's safety is my with the State of Florida and hold certification of primary concern. clinical competence through the American Violent and abusive Speech-Language-Hearing Association. I am a actions by a student on member of the Florida School Board Association a student is not and the Small School District Council tolerated. Every school Consortium. I was elected to the school board in in the district needs to 2002. I have served with four superintendents and make it very clear to all served as school board chairman in 2005, 2010, students that bullying is 2013 and, most recently, in 2017. I have also not acceptable and is an served as a legislative liaison for the board. I action with punishable currently work in Taylor County at Taylor County consequences. All Elementary School providing speech-language parents are encouraged services. I have worked in the public schools for to report any incident twenty years. of bullying or battery to List any professional, civic or religious the teacher, principal or organizations to which you belong. SRO/guardian at the I am a member of the Florida School Board school. Association, American Speech-Language-Hearing Identify the two Association and the Seminole Boosters. Locally, most important at Madison County High School, I am a booster factors that affect student performance. Standards Assessment (FSA). A student on grade of volleyball, baseball, football and the band. I Identify how you plan to address each. level will have academic success and have a am also a member of the Marshal Club at The two most important factors that affect greater probability of graduating with a regular Madison County High School. I was presented an student performance is equity of instruction and diploma. Honorary Chapter FFA Degree from Madison students not being on grade level. What is a program you would like to see in County High School FFA in 2005. I am a member Equitable instruction: All instruction needs to our schools and how will you work to install it? of the First Baptist Church of Madison, Fl. be equitable across the district. For example, the I would like to have a pullout reading and Are you gainfully employed and will you instruction in first grade at Madison Central math remediation program for students in the K- th continue your position if you are elected? School should be the same as the instruction in all 5 grade who are significantly below grade level. Yes, I currently work at the Taylor County other first-grade classes throughout the district. The student would attend the remediation class Elementary School and in the nursing home The content of instruction and the rigor of grading daily during their special area class, not having to setting providing speech-language services. If re- should also be the same at all schools. All miss core academic instruction in their general elected, I plan to continue to work in the school programs of instruction and academic education class. The remediation would help the system and in the nursing home setting. supplements in the district should be used with student improve academically and close the Do you own property in the county and, if fidelity. Clear expectations of instruction should achievement gap. Reading is fundamental and a so how much? be established at the district level for all schools student who can read well will do well in school. Yes, I own two parcels of property in Madison in the county. When the school board purchases County. I own a house at 1343 NE SR 6, totaling educational programs I feel it is mandatory for the Re-elect 6.72 acres and a house at 2202 East US 90, educator to use the program, not optional. I totaling 8.5 acres. believe it is the school board's duty to monitor the Have you ever been arrested and, if so, use as well as the effectiveness of all educational when and why? programs purchased for our schools. By holding No, I have never been arrested. educators accountable, the board will be able to What is your opinion of HB 7055? evaluate the return on the curriculum investment. HB 7055 is filled with several new These actions will help students face challenges, requirements. I will comment on the Reading reach their potential, and be successful. Scholarship and the Hope Scholarship. Students not being on grade level: Teachers in The Reading Scholarship is contingent upon the district often start the school year with available funding and will be awarded on a first students who are significantly below grade level. come first served basis. Students in grades 3-5 The teacher and child may work hard the entire rd th Bart Alford who scored below a level 3 on the 3 or 4 grade year and make academic growth but remain below Florida Standards Assessment (FSA) ELA in a grade level. The older a child gets and remains for School Board District 5 prior school year would be eligible for $500, for below grade level, it becomes harder for that * 16 yyeears of school board experience part-time tutoring. In my opinion, any time a student to close the achievement gap. Remaining * 20 yyeears of work experience in the K-12 public struggling student can receive additional help it is below grade level in middle/high school places school sysysystem beneficial for the child, classroom teacher and the the student at high risk for not being able to pass * Dedicatated and committed to improving student performance through quality instruction and school. This is positive because a student who the Florida Standards Assessment (FSA) and grading with rigor needs help will be awarded money for tutoring graduate with a regular diploma. Remediation * Dedicatated to student safety at school and can receive the needed help. The only through instruction in a pullout model should be * Dedicatated to our district becoming an “A“A”A” district concern I have is that the tutoring should be initiated when the student is identified provided by individuals with the appropriate significantly below grade level. The remediation th I would appreciate yoyour vote and support. I education certification. should take place in the K-5 grade level. The accept the challenge and accountability thaatt this The Hope Scholarship provides a parent of a remediation will help the student catch up to their office holds and will work toward the goal of grade level and close the achievement gap. If a public-school student (K-12) who was the subject improving our schools. Early voting begins AAuug. of battery, harassment, hazing, kidnapping, attack, student remains below grade level in middle and 188--25, with the Primary Election on AuAug. 28, 2018. robbery, sexual offenses, harassment, assault, high school it increases their risk and probability battery, threat or intimidation or fight at school an of not being able to graduate with a regular Political advertisement paid for and approved by Bart Alford, opportunity to transfer to another public school or diploma due to not being able to pass the Florida Democratat, for School Board District 5. 6B » Wednesday, August 8, 2018 » Madison County Carrier POLITICAL

Madison County District 5

Madison County School Board District 5 Jay Lee

Management Association. 7055? This law expands the use of The biggest issue in our schools List any professional, voucher-like scholarships to send today is the lack of parent civic or religious more public-school students to involvement. Our children need us as organizations to which you private schools. parents to be actively involved in belong. I am the Father of five children: their education. As we support and I am a member of the Abbie, 13; Brenden, 11; Crickett, 9; encourage them they can be Madison Lions Club and have Danika, 7; and Eva, 4. I know that no successful. Unfortunately, many served as President many two children are the same. Each is children do not have the support they times and currently serve as unique and has their own strengths need from home. Some parents work the Treasurer and Secretary. I and weaknesses. I believe we need as and are unable to be as involved as am a member of Madison many options as possible for our they would like to be, and others just Lodge F&AM #11 and serve children. Trying to put all children have no interest in supporting their as the Senior Deacon. I am a into one cookie cutter system is not child. In either case, others who have member of the Madison the only way. We need options that the time need to step up and help Shrine Club. I am a member will meet the needs of our children. I mentor and provide the support of The Church of Jesus Christ support our public school's system children need to be successful. of Latter Day Saints and serve and hope to help bring about changes What is a program you would as the Branch President of the that will help meet the needs of the like to see in our schools and how Madison Branch. individual child. I likewise recognize will you work to install it? Are you gainfully the need for public charter schools, Having highly effective teachers employed and will you private schools, virtual or online in the classroom is a vital part of a continue your position if you schools and homeschooling. The child's education. In Madison, we are elected? parents should be the one who have many of these teachers, but we What is your education history? I am a small business owner of decides what is best for their child. also have some who fall short of the I am a 1984 graduate of Lee Jr. Captain Pest Patrol. I started my The Madison County School District skills or desire to teach what our High School and a 1988 graduate of business in 2009 and have been in the is tasked with assisting parents with children deserve. Many great teachers Madison County High School. I pest control industry since 1989. the very best educational live in our community but teach in attended North Florida Community Do you own property in the opportunities for the child and other counties where they can make College and Valdosta State county and, if so, how much? sometimes the best choice is not the more money. We need to find a way University. NC public schools. to pay our great teachers more, List any professional qualifications, Have you ever been arrested? If Identify the two most important encourage other great teachers to certifications or relevant experience. so, when and why? factors that affect student come to Madison and allow the ones I have served several times as the NC performance. Identify how you not meeting our children's needs to Regional Director of the Florida Pest What is your opinion of HB plan to address each. leave.

Madison County School Board District 5 Donnell Davis

Donnell Davis, who is running for the Madison County School Board District 5 seat, did not respond to the candidate survey, despite multiple attempts by our office to make contact.