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$1 Published Weekly, Read Daily Our 122nd Year, 31st Issue One Section Serving Wakulla County For 122 Years Thursday, July 30, 2020 SCHOOLS School opening moves forward But school board gives superintendent authority to delay Aug. 13 opening if necessary By WILLIAM SNOWDEN district’s $60 million to provide more time to Editor budget. prepare and see how oth- Open Houses set Several school board er schools that opened The district released a sched- Moving forward with members and the presi- early fared. reopening schools on dent of the local teachers School Board Chair ule for school Open Houses last Aug. 13, the Wakulla union expressed concern Greg Thomas offered a week. Because of Covid pre- County School Board about safely reopening different perspective, cautions, the Open Houses are voted Monday to give Su- schools. noting that “Pay doesn’t geared to students transitioning perintendent of Schools Superintendent Pearce start til school starts.” to new schools, such as Pre-K, Bobby Pearce the author- reiterated his projection Moving the start date to Kindergarteners, 6th graders at ity to delay the opening of that 90% of students September would mean the middle schools, 9th graders schools without a special will return to physical no pay for teachers in at the high school, as well as meeting. classrooms when school School Superintendent August. The school board opens. He noted that, Bobby Pearce Thomas said parents students new to the district. unanimously approved of some 5,000 students have lots of choices: Attendance is restricted to par- School Board mem- the matter at a special in the district, only 130 classroom, virtual, dis- ents/guardians and their student. ber Verna Brock said meeting set for the first have so far signed up for tance, home school and The full schedule appears on she supported reopening public hearing on the distance learning classes. Page 2. schools after Labor Day Turn to Page 2

CORONAVIRUS AFTER BLACK LIVES MATTER PROTEST Covid surges, fueled by A productive talk prison cases Wakulla has 535 cases as of Tuesday, and adds another death, the second, due to the virus, this one at the prison By KEVIN DEL ORBE Staff Writer

Wakulla County reported 535 coronavirus cases as of Tuesday, July 28, an increase of 226 since Tuesday, July 21, according to the Department of Health. Wakulla reported a new death on Tues- day, July 27. It was a male in his 40s who was an inmate at WCI.That makes two deaths so far in the county. More than half of all cases in the county come from Wakulla Correctional Institution, PHOTO BY NOAH HERTZ with the Department of Corrections report- County Commissioner Ralph Thomas at the board conference room with some of the ing 272 cases, as of Tuesday, July 28, an in- organizers of last week’s Black Lives Matter protest – Chancellor Crump, Rachel Harrell, crease of 185 cases since Tuesday, July 21. and Turelle Farmer – to listen to their concerns. Currently 213 inmates and 59 staff have tested positive for coronavirus at WCI with Commissioner Ralph h omas meets with BLM activists 644 inmates in medical quarantine. When asked about the outbreak of cases By NOAH HERTZ “There’s a lot of trust in Wakulla,” she Staff Writer in WCI, Tonya Hobby, assistant administra- said. “We want to maintain that trust.” Farmer told Thomas that she was un- tor at the Wakulla County Health Depart- On Tuesday, July 21, County Commis- comfortable with his standing on the side ment, confirmed an outbreak. “But,” she sioner Ralph Thomas and a number of of the counter-protesters and with his said, “there is not a lot we can say.” local activists met to discuss how to move description of the protesters as a mob. Hobby said the outbreak at the prison be- forward after the July 18 Black Lives Mat- Thomas maintained that while he was gan in July. She stressed health guidelines ter protest in Crawfordville. physically on the side of the counter- for the public to limit the spread by following Among the activists were Wakulla lo- protesters, he was there as a neutral social distancing and wearing a mask when cals Turelle Farmer and Rachel Harrell observer. within 6 feet of another person. as well as Chancellor Crump, an activist “I was physically on that side, there’s The Wakulla News has continued to from Tallahassee who helped with the no doubt about that,” he said. He later receive calls from concerned families of in- protest in Crawfordville. added, “I didn’t think I was taking a side.” mates at the prison who have alleged there Thomas said he and Crump met at the As for his comment about protesters are unfit living conditions, inmates are not protest and decided on a time to meet and as a mob, he clarified: “I think there was receiving adequate amounts of food, and talk with him. a mob on both sides.” living in overcrowded pods. Crump told Thomas the main reason Farmer pushed back on him and said, The Department of Corrections issued he and the others wanted to speak with “Why didn’t you go from their side to our a statement that said the agency is taking him was to “create transparency and ac- side?” precautions to prevent the outbreak from countability.” But Thomas maintained that he The activists pitched several ideas to couldn’t have done that in the moment. Turn to Page 2 Thomas including a citizen’s review board “You think it would have been received OBITUARIES of the Wakulla County Sheriff’s Office and well?” he asked. body cameras for sheriff’s deputies. Thomas also questioned the purpose of Ida B. ‘Ruth’ Snodgrass DeLong Harrell said the review board would be the protest, but the activists responded in the model set by cities that have them saying it needed to happen. Lynn Fernandez in Florida like Tampa and Orlando. Crump said he wanted to focus on mov- Colton Edwin McKinney She said these suggestions were not ing forward and said the protest laid the Brittany Nicole Steier because they were critical of the WCSO, foundation for future changes in the area. but because they want to keep their re- “It’s just like building a house,” he Alexis Brook Revells Tully lationship with them. Philip Oliver Vause Sr. Turn to Page 15 Page 2 – THE WAKULLA NEWS, Thursday, July 30, 2020 www.thewakullanews.com Refuge experiencing high traffic this summer By NOAH HERTZ alligator with shotgun outdoors,” she said. wildlife first situation,” the refuge that can be With the refuge open Staff Writer shells near the body. “On the bay fishing you she told The News. viewed on the Wakulla and charging visitors “Being a wildlife aren’t near anyone and St. Marks Wildlife WeatherSTEM website for entrance again, Will St. Marks Wildlife refuge, we’re different you’re observing social Refuge has seen an- at https://wakulla. said she was happy Refuge has seen an ir- than a city or county distancing and you’re other change, too: the weatherstem.com/ they could produce regularly high number boat ramp,” she said. in a beautiful, healthy addition of Weather- fswnstmarks. revenue for the county. of visitors this sum- “We’re also supposed environment.” STEM cameras at the Will said she and But she stressed that mer, said Supervisory to provide places for She also said an- refuge and lighthouse. the other rangers were visitors must treat the Refuge Ranger Robin wildlife to be safe.” other factor could be WeatherSTEM, a excited for the new ad- environment and wild- Will. Summers always the good scalloping company based out dition that had uses life respectfully. Will said the in- lead to an influx of season. of Tallahassee, pro- beyond just checking “We want people to crease in visitors has visitors, Will said, but But Will said visi- duces cameras and the weather at the ref- be able to enjoy their also lead to an increase this summer’s increase tors need to not rush other equipment that uge. public land, to fish, to in trash and dead ani- may also be due to the on their way out to the are used to collect data “For safety you could observe wildlife care- mals. Covid-19 pandemic. wildlife refuge. about weather across see if it’s packed and fully and be able to Among an increased “There’s a very in- “People are in such Florida. crowded. I think it’s experience what this quantity of trash, rang- teresting thing with a hurry that they may The cameras provide kind of a wonderful part of Florida is like,” ers also found a dead people wanting to be not remember this is a a constant live feed of tool,” she said. she said.

with 117 hospitaliza- four hospitalizations. es in Florida are in tions and 14 deaths, Liberty County had Miami-Dade County Covid up, fueled by prison cases an increase of 684 340 cases with six with 110,352 cases, From Front Page since last week. tal cases, as of Tues- cases, 22 hospital- hospitalizations and with 5,267 hospital- Of the cases, 350 day, July 28, an in- izations, and three two deaths, an in- izations and 1,425 worsening. are men and 179 are crease of 72,143 cases deaths over the past crease of 24 cases and deaths; since Tues- Precautions include women, with an age from last week. week. one hospitalization. day, July 21, this testing all inmates, range of 3 to 86 and There have been a Gadsden County Franklin County marks an increase offering tests to all median age of 41. total of 6,117 deaths reported 1,224 cases had 95 cases with of 20,795 cases, 426 staff, and requiring By race, 323 are of Florida residents, with 103 hospitaliza- three hospitalizations hospitalizations and all inmates and staff White, 141 are Black, of those 2,760 deaths tions and 13 deaths, and one death, an in- 100 deaths. to wear masks and and 36 are Hispanic. have been residents or an increase of 312 crease of 15 cases and Globally, per Johns undergo temperature There have been staff members of long- cases, 22 hospitaliza- one death. Hopkins University, checks. 6,980 tests in Wakulla term care facilities. tions, and one death As of Tuesday, July there are 16,534,345 Of the 535 local with 535 positives and Statewide, the posi- over the week. 28, Leon County has cases and 655,084 cases, 531 are local 6,408 negatives for a tivity rate of testing Jefferson County 127 of its 863 hospi- deaths with 44,308 residents, with four positivity rate of 7.7% has been 12.7%. had 184 cases with tal beds available and additional deaths non-residents. Statewide, cases Around the region, 21 hospitalizations seven of its 72 adult since last week, with Hospitalizations to- in Florida are rising, Leon County reported and five deaths, an in- ICU beds. 6,300 of those deaths taled 25, up seven reaching 441,977 to- 3,949 positive cases crease of 66 cases and The majority of cas- in the U.S.

of a start date by other “It hasn’t been that ter Management. districts, Pearce said he low in my 20 years,” While negotiations School opening moves forward believed it was due to said Thomas. with the WCTA are From Front Page the virus. on whether to close those districts not hav- Pearce noted that 5 still ongoing, District Redfern requested schools when a hur- ing a plan in place – or, years ago, the millage Budget Director Randy private school. And he the board make wear- ricane is approaching. in some cases, a battle was 7.68. Beach indicated that said he trusted parents ing masks mandatory Brock also expressed with teachers. For ex- A mill represents starting teacher salary to make the best deci- in classrooms, consider concern about the surge ample, one district is $1 tax levy on each in Wakulla would be sion for their children’s that 10 days of paid of cases in Wakulla and expecting teachers to $1,000 of a taxable “just under $43,000” safety. Covid leave may not the filling of ICU beds teach physical classes property’s value. A typ- this year. “The bigger concern be long enough, and at the local hospitals. and do online teaching ical $100,000 home That represents a for me is staff,” he said, to look at moving back “These statistics con- without additional pay. would pay roughly $598 nearly $5,400 increase adding that some will the school start date to cern me,” she said. Thomas expressed in school taxes. That over last year. have to make the eco- Aug. 27. Pearce responded concern about a scenar- doesn’t take into ac- The final hearing on nomic choice of whether In considering giv- that the growing num- io of 90% of students count homestead ex- the budget is set for to return to work and ing Pearce authority to ber of Covid cases in returning to class but emption or levies from Sept. 14 at 6 p.m. at face the risk of illness. make the decision about Wakulla was largely due only 60% of teachers. other taxing authorities the school board meet- Brock noted that postponing school, the to an outbreak at the Pearce indicated he such as the county or ing room. some parents will face subject was originally state prison, Wakulla was not aware of any Northwest Florida Wa- the economic choice of presented that the deci- Correctional Institu- evidence of such a pos- sending their child to sion to delay would be tion, not in the com- sibility. Human Re- school so that they can based on a recommen- munity at-large. sources Director Angie return to work. dation from the local Pearce noted there’s Walker said that, so far, Open Houses set the district has had only Jennifer Redfern, health department. passion on both sides Pre-K Open House the new president of Brock noted that of the issue of whether three teachers resign or Aug. 10th and Aug. 11 the Wakulla Classroom health departments to reopen schools. He take early retirement Teachers Association, around the state are reminded the school rather than return to said earlier in the meet- saying the agency lacks board that the entire the classroom. • On Aug. 10th, Wakulla County Pre-K will have ing that the union had the authority to make state is “under an ex- an Open House for all of our incoming, new to the numerouos concerns such a recommendation ecutive order to open BUDGET school, 3 year old students. h e Open House will begin about school safety. to close schools. in Aug. We have a plan at 4 p.m. and will run until 5 p.m. She noted, first off, that But Pearce respond- to do so.” With less fanfare, • On Aug. 11th, Wakulla County Pre-K will have 57 school-aged chil- ed that he would rely Pearce said he felt the school board gave an Open House for all of our incoming, new to the preliminary approval to dren have been hos- on the health depart- the plan was a good school, 4 year old students. h e Open House will begin the district’s $60 million pitalized in the state ment’s advice – just as one and that it would at 4 p.m. and will run until 5 p.m. Parents will have an with Covid, disputing he relies on Emergency be modified from day- budget which includes opportunity to meet their student’s teacher, see where that children have fewer Management Director to-day as need be. its lowest-ever millage medical problems with Jennifer Nagy’s advice Of the postponement rate of 5.98 mills. the classroom is located and get all paperwork turned in prior to the start of school on August 13th. Please visit only the assigned teacher teacher’s class- PUBLIC NOTICES room and keep the meeting brief to allow everyone to For our readers’ convenience, The Wakulla News visit the teachers. provides this Public Notice Section for all Public Notices not published in the Legal Notice section Elementary School open houses of the newspaper. Aug. 10th

For kindergarten students and new students to the City of Sopchoppy school on Aug. 10 from 5 to 5:45 p.m. and 6 to 6:45 p.m. NOTICE OF FAIR HOUSING Teachers will reach out to students during pre- planning for more information on specii c times and locations. Any questions can be directed to the school This notice will serve to advise all residents of the City of Sopchoppy that the following actions if based on site. race color sex national origin religion familial status families with children or handicap disability are prohibited by Title V))) of the Civil Rights Act of Federal Fair (ousing Act Wakulla Middle School Open House Aug. 11 Ȉ‡ˆ—•‹‰–‘•‡ŽŽ‘””‡––‘ǡ†‡ƒŽ‘”‡‰‘–‹ƒ–‡™‹–Šƒ›’‡”•‘Ǥ Ȉ‹• ”‹‹ƒ–‹‰‘–‡”•‘” ‘†‹–‹‘•ˆ‘”„—›‹‰‘””‡–‹‰Š‘—•‹‰Ǥ Students will be called by their homeroom teacher Ȉ‹• ”‹‹ƒ–‹‰„›ƒ†˜‡”–‹•‹‰–Šƒ–Š‘—•‹‰‹•ƒ˜ƒ‹Žƒ„Ž‡‘Ž›–‘’‡”•‘•‘ˆƒ ‡”–ƒ‹”ƒ ‡ǡ ‘Ž‘”ǡ by August 7th to notify the parent/guardian which ”‡Ž‹‰‹‘ǡ•‡šǡƒ–‹‘ƒŽ‘”‹‰‹ǡˆƒ‹Ž‹ƒŽ•–ƒ–—•ǡŠƒ†‹ ƒ’ȋ†‹•ƒ„‹Ž‹–›Ȍǡƒ‰‡ǡƒ ‡•–”›‘”™‹–Š‘ƒ‹ƒŽ•Ǥ team their child is on. Ȉ‡›‹‰–Šƒ–Š‘—•‹‰‹•ƒ˜ƒ‹Žƒ„Ž‡ˆ‘”‹•’‡ –‹‘ǡ•ƒŽ‡‘””‡–™Š‡‹–”‡ƒŽŽ›‹•ƒ˜ƒ‹Žƒ„Ž‡Ǥ 2 to 4 p.m. for newly enrolled students Ȉ‡›‹‰‘”ƒ‹‰†‹ˆˆ‡”‡––‡”•‘” ‘†‹–‹‘•ˆ‘”Š‘‡Ž‘ƒ•„›ϐ‹ƒ ‹ƒŽ‹•–‹–—–‹‘•Ǥ 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. for 6th Grade Lions Team Ȉ‡›‹‰–‘ƒ›‘‡–Š‡—•‡‘ˆ‘”’ƒ”–‹ ‹’ƒ–‹‘‹ƒ›”‡ƒŽ‡•–ƒ–‡•‡”˜‹ ‡•ǡ—Ž–‹’Ž‡Ž‹•–‹‰•‡”˜‹ ‡•‘” 6:30 to 7:30 for 6th Grade Tigers Team. ‘–Š‡”ˆƒ ‹Ž‹–‹‡•”‡Žƒ–‡†–‘–Š‡•‡ŽŽ‹‰ƒ†”‡–‹‰‘ˆŠ‘—•‹‰Ǥ ȈDzŽ‘ „—•–‹‰dzƒ†Dz•–‡‡”‹‰dzƒ”‡–™‘†‹• ”‹‹ƒ–‘”›’”ƒ –‹ ‡•–Šƒ–ƒ”‡ƒŽ•‘’”‘Š‹„‹–‡†„›–Š‡ –Ǥ Riversprings Middle School Open House Ž‘ „—•–‹‰‹ Ž—†‡•‡‰ƒ‰‹‰‹ ‘†— –™Š‹ Š ‘˜‡›•–Š‡‹’”‡••‹‘–Šƒ–ƒ‡‹‰Š„‘”Š‘‘†‹• Aug. 11 ƒ„‘—––‘—†‡”‰‘ ‡”–ƒ‹ Šƒ‰‡•ƒ†ǡ–Š—•ǡ’ƒ‹ ‘™‡”•‹–‘•‡ŽŽ‹‰–Š‡‹”’”‘’‡”–‹‡•Ǥ–‡‡”‹‰ ‹˜‘Ž˜‡•‰—‹†‹‰ƒ‹†‹˜‹†—ƒŽ•‡‡‹‰Š‘—•‹‰–‘™ƒ”†‘”ƒ™ƒ›ˆ”‘’ƒ”–‹ —Žƒ”’”‘’‡”–›ˆ‘” †‹• ”‹‹ƒ–‘”›”‡ƒ•‘•Ǥ 2 to 4 p.m. for students new to RMS 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. for 6th Graders A-M ˆ›‘—™‘—Ž†Ž‹‡–‘‘„–ƒ‹‘”‡‹ˆ‘”ƒ–‹‘ƒ„‘—–ˆƒ‹”Š‘—•‹‰ǡ‘”ϐ‹Ž‡ƒˆƒ‹”Š‘—•‹‰ ‘’Žƒ‹–ǡ’Ž‡ƒ•‡ contact the Fair (ousing Coordinator listed below 6 to 7 p.m. for 6th Graders N-Z

•ŠŽ‡› Š‹ŽŽ‹‰ǡ‹–›Ž‡”Ȁ ƒ‹” ‘—•‹‰‘‘”†‹ƒ–‘” Wakulla High School Open House ͳͲͷ—‹ ‹’ƒŽ˜‡—‡ȋǤǤ‘šͳʹͳͻȌ August 11 ‹–›‘ˆ‘’ Š‘’’›ǡ͵ʹ͵ͷͺ EQUAL OPPORTUNITYŠ‘‡ǣͺͷͲǦͻ͸ʹǦͶ͸ͳͳ / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER 2 to 4 p.m. for students new to WHS HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE FACILITIES 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. for 9th Graders A-M 6 to 7 p.m. for 9th Graders N-Z —Ž›͵ͲǡʹͲʹͲ†͓ʹ www.thewakullanews.com THE WAKULLA NEWS, Thursday, July 30, 2020 – Page 3 PUBLIC NOTICES For our readers’ convenience, The Wakulla News provides this Public Notice Section for all Public Notices not published in the Legal Notice section of the newspaper.

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CONCERNING AN APPLICATION The Wakulla County Planning Commission and Board of FOR PRELIMINARY PLAT County CommissionersPlanning propose Commission to adopt the followingon Monday, by Augustordinance 10, 2020, Public beginning (earings areat 7:00 scheduled P.M. regarding the Boardfollowing of beforeCounty the Commissioners on Monday, August 17, 2020, at 5:00 P.M. unless otherwise andnoted before below the The Wakulla County Planning Commission proposes or as time permits. to considerWakulla the following County request Planning for Commission Preliminary All public hearings will be held at the HUMAN RESOURCE SPECIALIST Plat Approval and has scheduled a Public (earing on Monday, August 10, 2020, beginning at 7:00 County Commission Chambers located west of the County JOB OPPORTUNITY P.M.,before or the as soon thereafter as the matter can be Courthouse at Arran Road Crawfordville Florida (Re-Advertisement) heard. )nterested parties are invited to attend and present Site Map 3BLOXHAM CUTOFF R BUCK MILLER testimony ROAD

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Applicants Jon and Christina Rivers Tax )D Numbers SW ANIMAL SERVICES SPECIALIST SW ȍǧ Ȏ Existing FLU Map Rural FLUE Policy Current Zoning AG Section LDC Proposed Zoning RR Section LDC The Wakulla County Board of County FEMA Flood )nfo X zone on Panel E ‘‹••‹‘‡”• ‹• •‡‡‹‰ “—ƒŽ‹ϐ‹‡† ƒ’’Ž‹ ƒ–• Parcel Size acres ˆ‘”ƒˆ—ŽŽǦ–‹‡‹ƒŽ‡”˜‹ ‡•’‡ ‹ƒŽ‹•–™‹–Š‹ 1. Application for Preliminary Plat Approval: PP20-09 Location Elie Carter Lane Hearings Required: Planning Commission: Monday, the Board of County Commissioners Refer August 10, 2020 @ south 7:00 of PM Elie Carter –‘ ™™™Ǥ›™ƒ—ŽŽƒǤ ‘ ˆ‘” ‡š’‡”‹‡ ‡ ƒ† BOCC: Monday, August 17, 2020 @ 5:00 PM “—ƒŽ‹ϐ‹ ƒ–‹‘‹ˆ‘”ƒ–‹‘Ǥ Applicant Steve Byrd Construction )nc Agent Edwin Brown AssociatesWade Brown AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE WAKULLA COUNTY ‹‰ŠŽ› ”‘„—•– „‡‡ϐ‹– ’ƒ ƒ‰‡ ‘ˆˆ‡”‡†Ǥ  ‘ LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE, ORDINANCE NO. 85- Proposal create lot residential subdivision 4, AS AMENDED; CHANGING THE ZONING DISTRICT ƒ’’Ž›ǡ •‡† ƒ ƒ—ŽŽƒ ‘—–› ‡’Ž‘›‡– Fox Meadows ƒ’’Ž‹ ƒ–‹‘–‘ —ƒ‡•‘—” ‡•ǡǤǤ‘šͳʹ͸͵ǡ CLASSIFICATION AND OFFICIAL ZONING ATLAS FROM Tax )D Number AG TO RR-2 FOR PROPERTY DESCRIBED AS ATTACHED ”ƒ™ˆ‘”†˜‹ŽŽ‡ǡ  ͵ʹ͵ʹ͸Ǥ ‘–ƒ – ‡„‘”ƒŠ EXHIBIT “A” TO THE ORDINANCE; REPEALING ALL Existing FLU Map Urban Fringe FLUE Policy —‘•‡ƒ–ͺͷͲǤͻʹ͸ǤͲͻͳͻˆ‘”‘”‡‹ˆ‘”ƒ–‹‘Ǥ ORDINANCES, OR PORTIONS THEREOF, IN CONFLICT Current Zoning LDR Section LDC ‡–‡”ƒǯ•’”‡ˆ‡”‡ ‡’”‘˜‹†‡†ǤȀ’Ž‘›‡”ǤJuly 30, 2020 AD#YSOB HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; Š‹• ƒ†˜‡”–‹•‡‡– ™‹ŽŽ Ž‘•‡ ‘ ‡†‡•†ƒ›ǡ FEMA Flood )nfo X and A zones Panel E PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. —‰—•–ͷǡʹͲʹͲƒ–ͷǣͲͲ’ǤǤ Parcel size acres 2. Application for Change of Zoning: R20-08 NOTICE OF PUBLIC Location West side of Rehwinkel Road Hearingsapproximately Required: feet Planning south of Commission: Alexander Road Monday, Applicants Shawn and Michelle (arvey intersection HEARING August 10, 2020 @ 7:00 PM Tax )D Number Part of SW Existing FLU Map Rural FLUE Policy Current Zoning AG Section LDC The Wakulla County Board of County Commissioners )f an individual wishes to submit documents or other Proposed Zoning C Section LDC materials related to a matter before the Planning will hold a Public Hearing on September at FEMA Flood )nfo X zone on Panel E Commission for consideration by the Planning Commission pm in the Commission Chambers Arran Rd Purpose of Hearing: at a public meeting they are strongly encouraged to Parcel Size acres Crawfordville FL Location East side of Crawfordville (wy submit copies of all such documents or other materials Hearings Required: Planning Commission: Monday, –‘–Š‡ƒ—ŽŽƒ‘—–›ˆϐ‹ ‡‘ˆŽƒ‹‰ƒ†‘—‹–› August 10, 2020 @ south 7:00 of PM Crawfordville (wy To Consider a Purchase and Sale Agreement for the Development at least days prior to the date of the meeting BOCC: Monday, August 17, 2020 @ 5:00 PM Acquisition of Property on Duane Drive for Future so that they can be provided to the Commission Members )f Potential Use as aLegal Site for Description: a Lift Station or Stormwater an individual wishes to bring documents or other materials AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE WAKULLA COUNTY Retention Pond for consideration by the Planning Commission that were LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE, ORDINANCE NO. 85- 4, AS AMENDED; CHANGING THE ZONING DISTRICT ‘– ’”‡˜‹‘—•Ž› ’”‘˜‹†‡† –‘ –Š‡ ƒ—ŽŽƒ ‘—–› ˆϐ‹ ‡ ‘ˆ CLASSIFICATION AND OFFICIAL ZONING ATLAS FROM Lots thru and Lots thru of Block D of Planning and Community Development in accordance with AG to C-2 FOR PROPERTY DESCRIBED AS ATTACHED Magnolia Gardens as per map or plat thereof as the preceding sentence they must bring at least twelve EXHIBIT “A” TO THE ORDINANCE; REPEALING ALL recorded in Plat Book page of the Public Records copies of each such document to the meeting ORDINANCES, OR PORTIONS THEREOF, IN CONFLICT of Wakulla County Florida Copies of applications draft ordinances and any related HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Persons with a disability needing a special accommodation ’—„Ž‹ ”‡ ‘”†ϐ‹Ž‡•ƒ›„‡˜‹‡™‡†ƒ––Š‡‘—–›Žƒ‹‰ R20-10 should contact the Wakulla County Board of County Department located at Bream Fountain Road 3. Application for Change of Zoning: ‘‹••‹‘‡”•†‹‹•–”ƒ–‹‘ˆϐ‹ ‡ƒ–Ž‡ƒ•––™‘ȋʹȌ†ƒ›• Crawfordville FL AM to PM MF Phone Any person desiring to appeal a decision ’”‹‘”–‘–Š‡‡‡–‹‰ƒ–ȋͺͷͲȌͻʹ͸ǦͲͻͳͻǢ ‡ƒ”‹‰Ƭ‘‹ ‡ Applicant William S Boyer ’ƒ‹”‡† ƒ– ͳǦͺͲͲǦͻͷͷǦͺ͹͹ͳǢ ‘” ‡ƒ‹Ž ƒ– ‡“—‡•–̷ of a County Board must ensure a verbatim transcript or copy is made of the testimony and exhibits presented at Tax )D Number SW mywakullacom July AD YTGG said hearings Persons with a disability needing a special Existing FLU Map Rural FLUE Policy THE SCHOOL BOARD OF accommodation should contact the Wakulla County Board Current Zoning RR Section LDC ‘ˆ ‘—–› ‘‹••‹‘‡”• †‹‹•–”ƒ–‹‘ ˆϐ‹ ‡ ƒ– Ž‡ƒ•– WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA Proposed Zoning AG Section LDC two days prior to the meeting at FEMA Flood )nfo X zone on Panel E NOTICE OF INTENT TO CHANGE (earing and Voice )mpaired at July 30, 2020 or AD#YT27 email at Parcel Size acres ADARequestmywakullacom Hearings Required: Planning Commission: Monday, AugustLocation 10, 2020 @ 7:00 Bloxham PM Cutoff Road RULE CHAPTER AND TITLE: BOCC: Monday, August 17, 2020 @ 5:00 PM Have something on your mind? AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE WAKULLA COUNTY School Board Policy LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE, ORDINANCE NO. 85- District State and National Assessment Send it to 4, AS AMENDED; CHANGING THE ZONING DISTRICT PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Program CLASSIFICATION AND OFFICIAL ZONING ATLAS FROM RR-1 to AG FOR PROPERTY DESCRIBED AS ATTACHED  ‘”‡ϐŽ‡ –’”‘ ‡†—”ƒŽ Žƒ”‹–› EXHIBIT “A” TO THE ORDINANCE; REPEALING ALL LEGAL AUTHORITY: and legislative alignment ORDINANCES, OR PORTIONS THEREOF, IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; Florida LAWS IMPLEMENTED: PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. –ƒ–—–‡• ECONOMIC IMPACT: )f an individual wishes to submit documents or other materials ͳͲͲʹǤ͵ͻͷǡͳͲͲͺǤʹʹǡͳͲͲͺǤʹ͵ǡͳͲͲͺǤʹͶǡ Ž‘”‹†ƒ–ƒ–—–‡• related to a matter before the Planning Commission for REVISION ORIGINATED BY: None consideration by the Planning Commission at a public meeting they are strongly encouraged to submit copies of all such  —›Šƒ ›ǡ †‘ —‡–• ‘” ‘–Š‡” ƒ–‡”‹ƒŽ• –‘ –Š‡ ƒ—ŽŽƒ ‘—–› ˆϐ‹ ‡ REVISION APPROVED BY: Š‹‡ˆ ƒ†‡‹ ˆϐ‹ ‡” of Planning and Community Development at least days prior to the date of the meeting so that they can be provided Robert Pearce IF REQUESTED WITHIN TWENTY-ONE (21) DAYS to the Commission Members )f an individual wishes to bring —’‡”‹–‡†‡–‘ˆ Š‘‘Ž• documents or other materials for consideration by the Planning OF THIS NOTICE, A HEARING WILL BE HELD - Commission that were not previously provided to the Wakulla TIME: ‘—–› ˆϐ‹ ‡ ‘ˆ Žƒ‹‰ ƒ† ‘—‹–› ‡˜‡Ž‘’‡– ‹ accordance with the preceding sentence they must bring at PLACE: least twelve copies of each such document to the meeting ͷǣͶͷ’ǤǤ Copies of applications draft ordinances and any related public †‹‹•–”ƒ–‹˜‡ˆϐ‹ ‡•ǡƒ—ŽŽƒ‘—–› Š‘‘Ž ”‡ ‘”†ϐ‹Ž‡•ƒ›„‡˜‹‡™‡†ƒ––Š‡‘—–›Žƒ‹‰‡’ƒ”–‡– DATE: ‘ƒ”†ǡ͸ͻ””ƒ‘ƒ†ǡ”ƒ™ˆ‘”†˜‹ŽŽ‡ǡ Ž‘”‹†ƒ͵ʹ͵ʹ͹ located at Bream Fountain Road Crawfordville FL AM to PM MF Phone Any person    ‡’–‡„‡”ʹͳǡʹͲʹͲ desiring to appeal a decision of a County Board must ensure a verbatim transcript or copy is made of the testimony and      exhibits presented at said hearings Persons with a disability   ǣ William฀ Snowden, Editor needing a special accommodation should contact the Wakulla ƒ—ŽŽƒ‘—–› Š‘‘Ž‘ƒ”†ǡ‘•–ˆϐ‹ ‡‘šͳͲͲǡ ‘—–›‘ƒ”†‘ˆ‘—–›‘‹••‹‘‡”•†‹‹•–”ƒ–‹‘ˆϐ‹ ‡ at least two days prior to the meeting at [email protected] July 30, 2020 AD#YTAC ͸ͻ””ƒ‘ƒ†ǡ”ƒ™ˆ‘”†˜‹ŽŽ‡ǡ Ž‘”‹†ƒ͵ʹ͵ʹ͸ǦͲͳͲͲ (earing and Voice )mpaired at or email at    —Ž›͵ͲǡʹͲʹͲ͓ ADARequestmywakullacom Page 4 – THE WAKULLA NEWS, Thursday, July 30, 2020 www.thewakullanews.com

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READERS WRITE: Supporting Joe Morgan for elections Editor, The News: Florida counties this is not always the case. Very rarely do we have an op- Joe has 4 years of experience portunity to select a candidate who working for the Department of State is overwhelmingly qualified to hold Division of Elections where he over- office. This candidate is Joe Morgan, saw management of elections for a native of Wakulla County, and the the state of Florida. In 2012 he was only candidate running for Supervi- recruited by Buddy Wells for his ex- sor of Elections who has solid experi- perience and expertise in managing ence and expertise for the job. elections statewide. He has served Many of us have seen Joe in ac- with distinction and built a reputa- tion serving Wakulla County as Chief tion for professionally well run, ac- Deputy Supervisor of Elections over curate elections ever since. the past 8 years. He has assured us You (the voters) have it in your citizens that all elections – primaries, hands to continue the experienced special, and general elections – are tradition of well managed elections administered in a fair, accurate, in Wakulla County. Let’s not let go of transparent and accessible way. that experience and excellence. Let’s As Deputy to Buddy Wells, we can elect Joe, he’s one of us. 2020 Primary and the be proud that Wakulla County has Sincerely, a solid reputation for fair elections Al Pasini pandemic: voters have options with results reported accurately and [email protected] timely. As you know, in some South by-mail ballots must sures include: physically be in the • Masks will be used elections office by 7 by poll workers and Supporting Lisa Craze for tax collector p.m. Election Day - not the use of masks is just postmarked. strongly encouraged. Editor, The News: Wakulla County for years. Having You can track your • Re-usable ballot to carry out state mandated require- ballot via our website secrecy sleeves will not It is important to remember two ments is not always easy or fun, at https://www.wakul- be required things as you head to the polls to but Lisa has always handled issues laelection.com/Vot- • Voters will be en- vote for Tax Collector. with professionalism. The term “Tax er-Information/Vot- couraged to use their First, the best way to learn a job Collector” carries a negative con- er-Lookup enter you own black ballot mark- is from the ground up. For over 24 notation for many people. With that years, Lisa Craze has worked her being said, we do not share that By BUDDY WELLS information and scroll ing pen down check steps 1, 2, • Social distanc- way up and knows every facet of view. We have always found Lisa to 3 & 4. The #4 counted ing will be maintained the Wakulla County Tax Collector’s be honest and fair with whomever he unprec- Office. Lisa has demonstrated her she deals with and she treats people edented time will not show up until while in line outside after Election Day or and inside the Polling dedication and loyalty by remaining respectfully. In addition, she has the of conducting T call the office to check Place the Assistant Tax Collector for 22 support of outgoing Tax Collector, elections during a delivery. For added • Touch points for years. We have dealt with Lisa for Cheryl Olah, who has been a terrific pandemic has pre- convenience, we have voters and poll work- many years with the tax deed sales. Tax Collector. If you think about it, sented challenges to a drop box available ers will be minimized She has always conducted herself in Lisa has been “groomed” for this pro- ensure the safety of for after hours on the through the imple- a very positive, efficient and profes- motion for years. Lisa Craze has our our team and the vot- south side of the office. mentation of cleaning sional manner. Under her watch, the utmost respect and support. tax deed sale has transformed from The citizens of Wakulla County ers of Wakulla Coun- You can always drop off surfaces, voting pens, in person bidding to on-line bidding should seek a natural transition and ty, however, there will the ballots at the office voting machines, etc. anytime on weekdays Additionally, voters which has greatly improved the effi- recognize hard work, dedication, and still be three options ciency for the bidders as well as the knowledge by voting for Lisa Craze as for casting a ballot in between 8 a.m. and 5 on Election Day, are p.m. statutorily required to county. Lisa’s knowledge in this area Tax Collector. the upcoming Aug. The early voting pe- vote at their polling is invaluable. Respectfully submitted, 18 Primary Election. riod is Aug. 3 to Aug. place. Second, Lisa Craze is the choice While we strongly 15 from 8 a.m. to 5 The message for vot- for a seamless transition. The Wakul- Duane & Lesa Evans encourage voters to p.m. daily. Voters may ers during this unprec- la County Tax Collector’s Office has [email protected] consider voting by also drop off their bal- edented time is simple been a stable, efficient entity in mail, in-person early lots until 7 p.m. on – let us “Make it Work.” voting and Election Election Day. Plan accordingly, Day voting will still be Voters who choose to and decide today which Supporting Ed Brimner for appraiser available, and the uti- vote in-person should voting method you will lization of the Center expect longer wait use to cast your ballot Editor, The News: estate for over 10 years and is quali- for Disease Control and times due to health and in the August Primary. fied to value both residential and Prevention’s guidelines safety measures being If you have not re- There are several important elec- commercial property. In addition for in-person voting. implemented at Early quested a Vote-by-Mail tions coming up in the immediate to holding the highest appraisal Vote-by-mail ballots Voting sites and Elec- ballot and wish to. go future. One of those is the election license available in Florida, he has may be requested at tion Day polling places. ahead and request one for our local property appraiser. This a Master’s Degree from the Univer- www.wakullaelection. Precautions such as now. office is in need of strong leadership sity of Arkansas and a Bachelor’s com, by calling (850) limiting the number of If you prefer to vote which will honor Wakulla County. As Degree from FSU and is a licensed 926-7575, emailing people inside the poll- in person, plan to vote a fellow State-Certified General Real Real Estate Broker. He owns and wakullacountysoe@ ing room and continu- during the 13 days of Estate Appraiser, I encourage you to operates his own appraisal business mywakulla.com or ous cleaning of equip- Early Voting. support Ed Brimner for Property Ap- in Wakulla County and is a proven in writing with your ment and surfaces will If you prefer to vote praiser in the August Primary. public servant. name, date of birth to be the main reasons for on Election Day, visit Ed has a long history of excel- Wakulla County needs a strong P.O. Box 305, Craw- longer in-person voting www.wakullaelection. lence. He has proven he can lead an leader in the Property Appraisers fordville FL 32327. experiences. Knowing com to verify your in- organization in a manner which will Office and Ed Brimner is the right For this election cy- this in advance, we formation is correct make our county proud. His proven man for the job. Vote Ed Brimner in cle, voters may return are hoping voters will and know your as- integrity and professionalism are ap- August. their vote-by-mail bal- be understanding and signed Polling Place. parent in all he does. lot by mail and should remain patient while Ed is uniquely qualified for this Rhonda Carroll allow adequate time for waiting in line. Buddy Wells is the office. He has been appraising real [email protected] delivery by the USPS. Additional planned Wakulla County Super- Per Florida law, vote- health and safety mea- visor of Elections.. h anks to two who support our schools Most popular Editor, The News: and his family. Bradham, along with his family, have given back so much Serving Wakulla County For More Than A Century stories online: I just wanted to take the time to to our community and great school • Man charged with quickly thank two people for their system. Staying true to his promise community service that I observed to “keep doing something” every year, Saturday night mur- first hand last week. Bradham has made several visits der in Crawfordville First, I want to thank. Valerie Rus- back to the community since being sell, a long time Wakulla resident, drafted into the NFL in 2012 and slid • Black Lives Matter board-certified Family Nurse Prac- in big donations every time. Editor/Manager: Staf Writer: protest and counter- titioner, and candidate for Wakulla Even now, after years of giving William Snowden Noah Hertz protest in Crawford- County Board of Commissioners, back, he does not press to make it [email protected] [email protected] ville Saturday Seat 3. Thank you, Ms. Russell, for a public spectacle for showboating. providing FREE physical examina- Therefore, I am careful not to do that • Sherif ’s Report tions to the students of Wakulla now. But I do feel moved to say, if you July 23, 2020 County Schools. You have done this have paid any attention at all to what for years and I wanted to publicly is going on in this community, as it • County Commis- thank you. It means a lot to not just relates to summer camps, back to the families you serve, but it also school drives, or athletics, especially Production Coordinator: Advertising Sales: Advertising Sales: sion, Supervisor of Eric Stanton Krystal Sheppard Lynda Kinsey Elections candidates provides a significant example of at Wakulla High School, you would [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] good stewardship and inspiration know of at least some of what I am WEBSITE: www.TheWakullaNews.com DISTRIBUTON speak at online for all those who work with our pre- speaking about. With that in mind, I FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/TheWakullaNews Jessi Smith forum cious kids. am just going to publicly repeat what TWITTER: www.twitter.com/TheWakullaNews Kathryn Register So again, thank you very much, I am sure you have heard many times h e Wakulla News (USPS 664-640) is published weekly at • Candidates for 3119-A Crawfordville Hwy., Crawfordville FL 32327. Ms. Russell. We appreciate it more before, “Thank you, Nigel and family!” Periodicals postage paid at P.O. Box 307, Crawfordville FL Property Appraiser, than you will ever know and hope- It was very nice seeing you and your 32326-0307. Phone: (850) 926-7102. Tax Collector ap- fully this shows that it has not gone family this past weekend! POSTMASTER: Send address changes to h e Wakulla News, pear in online unnoticed. P.O. Box 307, Crawfordville FL 32326-0307. D WIN AR NIN Secondly, I want to thank Nigel Johnny Graham L NEW W G NA SPA A IO P forum T NATIONAL E A R Bradham, a Wakulla native and our Assistant Principal N Blue Ribbon NEWSPAPER very own Super Bowl LII Champion, Wakulla High School. F OUNDATION • Red-winged

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– Compiled by Lynda Kinsey MORE READERS WRITE: Hope BLM protestors keep protesting Supporting Valerie Russell for BOCC Editor, The News: than words is very poignant) said “If the problem is not here, we’ve Editor, The News: of you regarding anything you have I am a Wakulla County resident, now brought the problem here.” I a concern about or if you just want white, female and a retired police am just assuming that his white- I am writing to share my thoughts to chat. officer who served for twenty seven ness prevents him from seeing “the with Citizens of Wakulla County I believe her ideas for this county years. I recently read the “BLM” problem.” regarding a candidate running for are in the best interest of each in- protest article in The Wakulla News Thomas told the reporter he County Commission. I do not gener- dividual living here and her service and a few items of interest I noted wished he had the opportunity to ally get into politics by sharing my in the County Commission is some- were the obvious need for the pro- speak to Smith one-on-one to find opinion or thoughts; however, I feel thing everyone would appreciate test to happen in the first place. The out what it was she was specifi- compelled to share my thoughts and benefit from. I believe there is a protesters have been finding their cally protesting. Do Wakulla County regarding Valerie Russell. definite need for changes in the way voices these past few months and Commissioners not have access to As many of you already know, our county runs and am positive have a right to be heard and positive telephones or internet service? One she is running for County Commis- Valerie Russell is a person to help action needs to be taken in order to resource Mr. Thomas could have sion Seat 3 this term. I have had the make these changes happen. I know further their equality agenda. I am started with to reach out to Ms. pleasure of having met and known she will fulfill her commitment and proud that they came to Wakulla Smith is the Sheriff’s Office, because Valerie for about 10 years now. She obligations while always respecting County, I feel they should protest the organizers of the BLM had to has been my family’s health care others along with being loyal and in every county in every State in the get a permit and provide contact provider for these years and has honest to the community. I know she United States until they are afforded information through the Sheriff’s become a friend as well. We all know is a Christian person who loves and the same opportunities white men Office in order to March. That in- how important it is to trust your respects everyone no matter their have had for hundreds of years. I formation is public record. Perhaps health care provider. I would like to situation, race or financial status. further understand the need for he has since reached out to her and also express how much I trust Val- She will go above and beyond to people to counter protest, although an agenda item at a future Wakulla erie will do just as fantastic of a job serve the citizens of Wakulla County in this situation the protesters were County Commission meeting will providing the citizens of this county in a way everyone benefits from. there, according to the paper, to be spearheaded by Mr. Thomas with her services in the County Com- I could not recommend a better “Back the Blue” and “ensure noth- to address racism and inequality mission. person in the County Seat. ing happened.” What does that re- in Wakulla County. Moreover, Mr. I know Valerie is an honest person ally mean? Thomas could even have Ms. Smith with excellent communication skills. Jeannie West It appears that the presence of speak at that meeting. That is, if he She will listen to each and every one [email protected] the counter protestors ensured a was truly interested in what she had disturbance of the peace that the to say and wanted to help bring the “Backed Blue” had to mitigate. issue to the forefront. Racism is a Supporting Mike Stewart for BOCC Therefore, they actually did “en- very difficult topic to discuss, espe- sure” something happened. So, if cially when the people discussing it Editor, The News: Commissioner in Mike Stewart who the counter protesters believed “All are of different races. knows and understands what this Lives Matter” and “Jesus saves,” as I for one would march with the As many of you may recall I ran county needs in terms of legislative their posters read, they would have BLM, after the pandemic debacle for County Commissioner in 2016 relationship building, private/pub- marched in solidarity with the BLM is cleared and it is medically safe against Mike Stewart. After my race lic partnerships, and responsible protestors. to do so. I hope the protesters keep came to an end in August, I endorsed growth and management of our tax I found it very telling that Wakul- peacefully continuing with their Mike Stewart and he went on to win dollars to ensure that the citizens of la County Commissioner Ralph equality agenda. that seat in November of ’16. I am Wakulla County see a return on their Thomas, who was “standing on the writing to you today to say that en- tax investment in their community. side of the counter protesters,” (the Chris Hill dorsement still stands and I would In this election EXPERIENCE mat- old adage, actions speak louder Crawfordville like to see Commissioner Stewart ters. continue on the path he’s started for As the landscape of Wakulla change nearly 4 years ago. There’s no County changes, and Crawfordville arguing that we have some amazing continues to grow, we need to have candidates who have stepped up a commissioner who knows the his- to run this cycle, but if you take a tory and is ready to go day 1 after look at 319 and where our county is the election in November. That’s why headed, county level governing expe- I’m asking you to join me in support- rience is needed now more than ever. ing Commissioner Mike Stewart for We have a renewed focus on County Commission District 3. infrastructure, inclusive of roads, waterways, resources, business, and Nikki Barnes 2020 PRIMARY ELECTION community amenities. 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OUT TO PASTOR Live as if you want to It’s my birthday and I’ll lie earn your family’s vote if I want to with integrity? Does son, restoring your By JAMES L. SNYDER So, a lie is OK if it they would laugh. your heart beat faster family and friends’ ends up with some- So taking some when your boss asks trust will be a long, Through the years, I body having fun! clues from my parents, you to verify your tough journey – for wrestled with a certain As I got older, my it might be appropriate expense account? Do you and for those problem. Do I really favorite was the Tooth for me to spin some you scramble to ex- who once believed in know my birthday ex- Fairy. For every tooth lies so everybody is plain to your family you. While you repair actly? Do I know the that I could pull, I happy and enjoying why you came home your reputation, ask exact day, the exact would get 25 cents themselves. late from work? Do God to help you resist month, the exact year? under my pillow that As I was blowing you have trouble getting angry when The reason I say this night. Whenever I had out the birthday cake keeping your lies others doubt your is because my parents a loose tooth, I got candles, I said, “I’m straight? newfound honesty. are the ones that fed very excited and began not sure how old I am, By SHERYL H. BOLDT When you consider (Remember, your me this personal in- planning what to do but I feel like 27.” the brevity of your family hates distrust- formation. And to be with the quarter. Then everybody If your life and re- life and how your ing you even more honest, they have not My parents were would laugh. lationships were de- choices affect those than you hate be- always been truthful very excited when they Someone said, cided at the voting closest to you, in- ing mistrusted.) Give with me, I’m sorry to saw how excited I was “What has been your booth, would your tegrity becomes all them the time they say. with a loose tooth, and best birthday party?” family want you to the more important. need to see you’ve For instance, it took my father helped pull I had some in mind, run for another term If integrity doesn’t really changed. me a long time to real- it out for me. but I said, “The one I’m – or would they vote guide you, people Determine to do ize that Santa Claus Then, when I went having with you guys you out? lose confidence. Your whatever it takes to was not real. All those to bed, I slipped it right now.” Would your boss life unravels. Your be a person of your years my parents told under my pillow with And everybody cast his or her vote dishonesty shatters word. Consider join- me that Santa Claus the eager anticipation laughed. to keep funding your dreams, jeopardizes ing a Bible study, get- was real and that he that there would be 25 I spun a few other position? Would your jobs and damages ting counseling and was going to bring my cents under my pillow lies I will not mention neighbors petition to families. being accountable to presents if I was a good in the morning. now and then looked have your property Is this how you a trusted confidant. boy. I believed and Every morning there around at the group, line rezoned? want your story to Keep your “cam- trusted them. was that 25 cents, and everybody was Anyone can make end? Is this what you paign” promises. I still remember the and I grabbed it, ran having a good time. a bunch of promises. want to happen to Conduct yourself day when I discov- down to the kitchen Based on my par- But can those who your family? with integrity. Then ered that Santa Claus and showed my moth- ent’s example, if peo- depend on you be God’s Word teach- you’ll have no prob- was not real. When I er and father what ple are having a good confident you’ll get es us how to live hon- lem winning the pop- accosted my parents the Tooth Fairy had time, it’s OK to lie. the job done? Can estly and treat others ular vote from your with this new infor- brought me that night. Feeling a little guilty they rely on you to honorably. When we most loyal support- mation, they simply One afternoon, I was about the day, I hap- tell the truth? To allow His grace to ers – your family and explained it by saying, looking for something pened to read what take responsibility transform our heart, friends. “Son, we were trying to in my parent’s bed- David said, “Blessed is for your actions? He empowers us to make your life better room, and I happen that man that maketh Proverbs 11:3 repent and ask for- Sheryl H. Boldt is and give you some- to come across a little the Lord his trust, (ESV) says, “The in- giveness from Him a sales executive for thing to hope for.” box full of teeth. They and respecteth not tegrity of the upright and from those we’ve Wave 94 and author Then they would seemed somewhat fa- the proud, nor such guides them, but the deceived. of the blog, www.To- smile and asked me if miliar; in fact, I re- as turn aside to lies” crookedness of the But the hard truth dayCanBeDifferent. I liked my Christmas alized they were my (Psalm 40:4). treacherous destroys remains: once you’ve net. You can reach present. teeth. As old as I am, I them.” established yourself her at SherylHBoldt. So, if a lie produces Again, I accosted ought to know that Do you struggle as a deceptive per- [email protected]. good results, it’s OK? my parents and said, nothing good comes Then there was the “Why are my teeth in from a lie. Easter Bunny. Every this little box?” My birthday reso- year we would cel- Nervously, my moth- lution this year is, “I ebrate the Easter Bun- er and father looked at shall lie not, no matter ny and collect the eggs each other, and then what.” scattered all through my dad said, “I’m not the yard. I was quite sure. Maybe the Tooth Dr. James L. Snyder fascinated with the Fairy dropped it by is pastor of the Fam- Easter Bunny to such mistake.” ily of God Fellowship, an extent that I raised Then both my moth- 1471 Pine Road, Ocala, bunnies. er and father would FL 34472. He lives Then the day came laugh and remind me with his wife in Silver when I realized that of that 25 cents. Springs Shores. Call the Easter Bunny did So, were my parents him at 352-687-4240 or not exist. truthful in telling me e-mail jamessnyder2@ Again, I accosted my when my birthday is? att.net. The church web parents with this new I say all of this to try site is www.whata information that I had, to understand when it fellowship.com. and they explained it is appropriate to lie. by saying, “Son, we On my birthday, just wanted you to several people were have something fun to asking me, “How old look forward to.” are you today?” Then Wakulla Worship Centers

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Ida B. ‘Ruth’ Snodgrass DeLong She was always someone you could count on due to the immeasur- Lynn Fernandez able love she had for her friends Colton Edwin McKinney and family. Most of all, her love for Brittany Nicole Steier God, and she knew she would go to Heaven one day. Alexis Brook Revells Tully Alexis is survived by her mother Philip Oliver Vause Sr. Raquel D. Revells; maternal grand- mother, Faye Hutchinson Rev- ells; uncle, Rocky Revells; great Ida B. ‘Ruth’ Snodgrass DeLong gia May Olefield of Wakulla; and aunt, Ola Mae Ross; her father, one brother-in-law, Andrew DeLong Charles (Chip) Tully III; paternal Ida B. “Ruth” Snodgrass DeLong, (wife Gail) of Medford, Ohio. grandfather, Charles W. Tully II; of Woodville, died early Thursday The funeral was held at 10 a.m. paternal grandmother, Ruth Chap- morning, July 23, 2020, at Eden Saturday, July 25, 2020, at the man (James); aunts, Laura Green Springs Rehab and Nursing Center. White Primitive Baptist Church (Charon), Melissa Tully, Kerri Ow- She was predeceased by her hus- Alexis Brook Revells Tully Cemetery located at 1900 Lawhon ens (Levi); and many cousins and band of 57 years, Emery N. DeLong Road in Woodville. Service was After a long battle with cancer friends. Sr.; three sons, Emery N. DeLong graveside. Alexis passed away July 23,2020 Funeral service was held Sunday Jr. (wife Donna) of Raeford, N.C., David Conn and Kimberly Crum in Crawfordville. July 26, 2020, starting at 3 p.m. Mitchell C. DeLong, and Shawn D. with Bevis Funeral Home of Craw- Alexis loved life and fought hard at River of Life Church. The fam- DeLong (wife Grace), all of Wakulla fordville are assisting the family to be here. Until the very end she ily received friends at 2 p.m. The County; nine grandchildren; 10 with arrangements (850-926-3333, held fast to the hope that she would interment followed at Bonnet Pond great-grandchildren; a sister, Geor- www.bevisfh.com). beat it. She was an amazing artist Cemetery. who could turn any blank canvas Skip and Trey Young with Fam- was employed with Meeks Electric. into a masterpiece. She adored ev- ily Funeral Home at Harvey-Young He was a graduate of Wakulla High erything Disney, especially Mickey Chapel are assisting the family School. Colton loved to fish and Mouse. Alexis loved to have fun and (Familyfhc.com or 850-926-5919). hunt and especially his hobby was had a laugh that was contagious. to collect arrowheads and other artifacts. Survivors include his father, County. He became involved with Scott McKinney; and his two broth- the Dogs Hunters Association and ers, Flint Justus McKinney and the Recreation Department. He was Zachary Lane McKinney. even a great “Santa” for the festivals He was predeceased by his Moth- at the Rec Park, Shadeville and er Penny McKinney; and his brother Medart Elementary schools. Philip Matt McKinney. was a member of the Masonic Lodge A celebration of Colton’s life will #294. He was also a member of First be held Saturday, Aug. 1, 2020 at Baptist Church of Woodville. He was Colton Edwin McKinney 10 a.m. in Harvey Young Chapel at an outdoorsman who loved to hunt Family Funeral Home. and fish. Philip was very much a Colton Edwin McKinney, 23, of Skip and Trey Young are assist- people person who loved his time at Crawfordville, died unexpectedly on ing the family with arrangements the Flea Market, swapping, trading Sunday July 19, 2020. (Familyfhc.com or 850-926-5919). or just visiting with everyone. Colton was an electrician and Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Loyce Pennington Vause; his mother, Pearl Oliver Vause; four loving friendships. Her work was children, Cynthia Ann Vause, Philip customer service related and often Oliver Vause Jr. (Robin), Shane involved management/leadership Eric Vause (Kim), Michelle Vause positions. She was always loved Philip Oliver Vause Sr. Lawhon (Chris); six grandchildren, and respected at her job, having a Philip Oliver Vause Sr., 85, of Philip Oliver Vause III, Mitchell An- strong work ethic and bringing fun Crawfordville/Woodville, died Sat- drew Vause, Taylor Marie Lawhon, and team spirit to the workplace. urday, July 25, 2020 with his family Cajah Allen Vause, Trenton Wayne At each position, she emanated by his side. Lawhon and Remie Shone Vause. joy and did lively activities to build Philip graduated from Leon High Celebration of Life Services will powerful relationships for every School in 1953. He was in the Army be held Friday, Aug. 7, 2020 start- holiday with customers and staff. National Guard for two years before ing at 11 a.m. at the First Baptist In Brittany’s earlier years, she joining the U.S. Navy. He served Church of Woodville. The family was a cheerleader for Pop Warner, four years of active duty aboard the will receive friends an hour prior Treasure Coast Allstars, Orlando USS Gregory DD 802 and was in the to the service. Burial will be at the Flames, and Brandon Allstars. She Navy Reserves for an additional four Tallahassee National Cemetery. In took her cheerleading personality years. After discharge from the Navy lieu of flowers, donations may be wherever she went: in workplaces, he attended Florida State University made to CovenantCare.org or First among friends and family, and while working at Woodville Lumber Baptist Church of Woodville, 9500 always sought to inspire others. Company and then Booker and Woodville Highway, Tallahassee FL Having traveled to Washington, Company. He was employed by the 32305. D.C., she aspired to be President Florida Highway Patrol in 1964 as Skip and Trey Young of Family of the United States. She served a State Trooper. He was stationed Funeral Home at Harvey Young Brittany Nicole Steier as a Florida State Senate Page in Ocala. While in Ocala he was an Chapel are assisting the family with with Senate President Ken Pruitt. Brittany Nicole Steier was born active member of Northside Mis- arrangements (Familyfhc.com or She loved sports, and played flag onto this Earth on June 10, 1989 sionary Baptist Church. Twenty 850-926-5919). in Stuart, and was born into eter- football, basketball, and softball years later he returned to Wakulla nal life on July 18, 2020. in high school. She was a huge sports fan for FSU football and Of all things that mattered in DEATH NOTICES Brittany’s life, nothing mattered loved the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. more or brought her more joy than She was very creative and enjoyed Lynn Fernandez, 60, of Crawfordville, died July 27, 2020. being a good Momma to her two designing and making handmade babies – baby boy, Dallas, and T-shirts for her teams and other Family Funeral Home at Harvey Young Chapel (850-926-5919 or baby girl, Karter. She has joined events. Brittany had an adven- Familyfhc.com). baby Jade in heaven, who died turous nature and loved to travel. before birth in 2015. She has been to Israel and the Brittany is survived by her par- Holy Land, Greece, Hawaii, and Church Briefs ents, the Rev. Dr. Betsy Goehrig throughout the Caribbean. She • St. Elizabeth Ann Seton and Kevin Goehrig; and Joseph loved being outdoors in nature, August with winnings of $50 daily and Linda Steier; siblings Chris- especially at the beach. to hold annual rafl e and $100 on Sundays. All winning tina Bertera (Jeff), Megan Ire- One of her features that couldn’t tickets are placed back into the land (James), Bryan Perkins (An- be missed was her beautiful smile St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Ladies drawings. That’s 31 chances to drea), Kerri Kinard, and Jamielee and her unmistakable laughter. Circle is holding their annual rafl e win! Jakubowski; nieces and neph- She was often described as a shin- fundraiser. Tickets on sale now for Contact Amy Harris at (850) ews Elizabeth Bertera, Charlotte ing light, sunshine, or a star, illu- $10 each. Daily drawing during 273-0663. Bertera, Joseph Bertera, Michele minating every room she entered. Ireland, Matthew Ireland, Myles She loved to sing, even with her Ireland, Elizabeth Perkins, and off-key voice. She was the kind of William Perkins; extended fam- person who brought fun to every ily in Kentucky and Georgia and place she went. countless friends. Brittany’s family would like to She received her AA degree thank those who have sent thou- from Tallahassee Community Col- sands of messages of loving sup- lege and was enrolled in Barton port shown to her family in this College, Wilson, N.C. for the Fall season of grief. The family hopes 2020 semester. Brittany grew to keep Brittany’s light shining up with unconditional love in forever and that others’ lives will faith and family, and she always continue to be inspired and trans- treated others with that same kind formed by her amazing spirit. of love that developed from her David Conn and Kimberly Crum unconditional love of God. She with Bevis Funeral Home of Craw- was an advocate for justice for fordville are assisting the fam- “Re-Store” everyone. Everywhere she lived, ily with arrangements (850-926- she developed deep, lasting, and 3333, www.bevisfh.com). 926-4544

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Happy Birthday to Tai chi classes resume Ms. Frances Reed. Special to The News Classes will be held Mon., Wed., Love and blessings and Fri. from 9 to 10 a.m. The Wakulla Commnuity Cen- Participants should wear com- from your children ter will offer introductory tai chi fortable clothing and masks will and grandchildren. classes hosted by Terri and Rich be required until all students agree Bushman starting on July 20. otherwise. BBH hires new Director of Diversity and Inclusion

Special to The News “I am proud of the exemplary job Dr. Marshall has done over the years keeping diversity and Dr. Lenny Marshall has been named Big Bend inclusion in the forefront of our working envi- Hospice’s (BBH) Director of Diversity and Inclu- ronment,” said Bill Wertman, BBH CEO. “He sion. Dr. Marshall joined BBH in 2008 and has will now have the opportunity to continue his served as Manager of Spiritual Care Services work of engaging staff and community in this since 2016. enhanced role.” As BBH’s Director of Diversity and Inclusion, In the fall of 2015 BBH began a focused ef- Dr. Marshall will oversee the development and fort as an organization to confront issues sur- implementation of programs and services that rounding diversity, race, inclusion and privilege. promote diversity within the organization. He will At that time, Dr. Marshall worked with other create new initiatives that will effectively increase members of the Action Committee for Diversity diversity in those receiving hospice care. He will and Inclusion (ACDI) to create an educational also enhance the internal training and assist em- component that could be utilized for the purpose ployees to embrace and understand the different of dialogue and awareness with staff. perspectives minority groups face when dealing Dr. Marshall was part of the team that estab- with an advanced illness. This group includes, lished the Gadsden County Spiritual Leadership but is not limited to African American, Hispanic, Council in 2016. The mission of this council is Asian, Jewish and LBGTQ. to find avenues and opportunities to provide Dr. Marshall is a Gulf War Veteran and hospice education to minorities in faith-based through an ROTC scholarship received a degree organizations, including churches. in Social Work from dual work at Florida State In November 2019, Big Bend Hospice complet- University and Florida A & M University. He ed their accreditation for the National Institute obtained a Masters of Divinity from The Interde- for Jewish Hospice Services. The achievement nominational Theological Seminary in Atlanta, SPECIAL TO THE NEWS helps guide staff to serve Jewish patients in a Georgia and later pursued a doctorate degree culturally sensitive way providing greater pa- in Family and Marriage Therapy from Amridge Dr. Lenny Marshall, Big Bend Hospice’s new tient/family satisfaction. University in Montgomery, Ala. Director of Diversity and Inclusion. Equal justice, diversity, and inclusion have always been a driving force for Dr. Marshall. He has served and continues to serve on various community boards and has educational credits in the area of mediation, communication, cul- tural competency, and consensus building. “During this time in my career of ongoing change and excitement, I am humbly grateful to Big Bend Hospice for the opportunity to further expand my role in the area of proactive equality and inclusion,” says Marshall. “I look forward to continuing the legacy of Big Bend Hospice in being a champion of peace, fairness, and love for all of humanity.” New baseball league organizing Special to The News

Plans are currently underway in the develop- ment of a North Florida Baseball League that will extend from Pensacola eastward to Jacksonville, Florida. The League will include the upper most 33 counties of Florida and consist of two divisions: the Panhandle Western Division (Districts One and Two) and the Big Bend Eastern Division (Dis- tricts Three and Four), each division separated by the Apalachicola River. The purpose of the league is to establish a venue for those who have completed their hgih school baseball career and who have a desire to continue playing the game into their early 20s and beyond in an organized and highly com- petititve baseball league. For more detailed information about the league, including franchising teams in each of the four districts for the 20-21 baseball season, please contact Assistant Commissioner Greg Vickers by phone at (850) 253-5107 or by email at [email protected].

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Candidates for County Commission, District 3 respond

In lieu of hosting a forum, The mittee County Commissioner, I will ensure We need leaders who are wise, ex- Wakulla News sent out a question- • NRA Member that they are. perienced and ethical. naire to the three candidates for I believe that leadership is not County Commissioner, District 3 a position or title, it is action and MIKE STEW- • What made you decide to run – Mike Kemp, Valerie Russell and example. ART: I’m Mike for office? Mike Stewart. (Since District 1 can- Stewart and I didate Ralph Thomas is unopposed VALERIE am a native to KEMP: I feel a commissioner’s and the District 5 race between RUSSELL: Wakulla. Af- main purpose is to look out for peo- Greg Diehl and Chuck Hess is on Hello, my ter graduating ple in their community. For nearly the November ballot, they were not name is Val- from Wakulla 30 years, I have been looking out included.) erie Rus- High, I served for the people of this County. From sell and I 20 years in the building handicap ramps every year am running U.S. Navy. I to purchasing fans and heaters for County for Wakulla then returned our less fortunate senior citizens County Com- to Wakulla or shopping so that local families mission Dis- and started the WHS NJROTC. can have bountiful holiday meals, I Commission, trict 3 seat. where I was blessed to work with have done my best to lend a helping I have been countless cadets over a 21 year hand to community efforts. District 3 married to my husband Chris for career. My years of service have I have recruited crews to cut and 24 years and we have raised two given me valuable experience and clear trees after a hurricane, and • Biography of candidates: beautiful daughters, AnneMarie wisdom, while my personal beliefs helped our oldest and youngest and Abigail here in Wakulla Coun- mandate that I operate with hon- citizens get food and water. I am not MIKE ty. My educational background esty and integrity. Transparency in one to sit back when there is work KEMP: My includes two Bachelor’s Degrees government is important and our to be done. I have spent my whole name is Mike and a Master’s Degree in Family elected officials must be held to a life working for a safer and better Kemp and I Practice Nursing. Since 2007, I higher standard. I seek to serve our community and when elected will am running have been a board-certified Fam- community, not to rule over it. One continue to do so. to be your Along the way, I learned to listen next Wakulla to people, find the facts, and care- County Com- fully examine each decision. I am missioner for running to be one of your five com- District 3. missioners. I know every corner of Being born this county and it’s important that and raised in there’s a voice on this commission Wakulla, I am proud to call this that understands what it takes to place my HOME. Many citizens keep our county safe and healthy. have come to know me through my 28 years of law enforcement service RUSSELL: I have actually con- with the Wakulla County Sheriff’s sidered running for office for years, Office. Through this service I have however as a mother who has consistently helped others in the observed the pure ugliness dem- community no matter the issue or onstrated towards those seeking background. elected office, I felt compelled to not My motivation to serve devel- risk exposing my children to such oped early. After graduating high actions during their youth. As my school, I went into the Army Na- daughters are now older, that bar- tional Guard. Once my service was rier has now been removed. Over complete, I returned to Wakulla the years I have seen firsthand the and started working for the Sher- voices of many in our community iff’s Office where I began my law not being heard and I felt compelled enforcement career in 1991. Having to offer the voters an opportunity to recently retired from the Sheriff’s vote for a candidate that believes Office, but not leaving public ser- that all voices are relevant and vice, I was given the opportunity ily Nurse Practitioner and I serve of the best ways I serve our com- deserve to be heard. I also felt it to pursue a new career serving the citizens of Wakulla County at munity is by using my leadership was important to ensure that the as a School Safety Specialist and Wakulla Urgent Care in Crawford- experience to make wise decisions voters had the option to elect a Prevention for 18 counties in the ville. For decades, I have quietly about our government and its role candidate that strongly supports Florida panhandle. volunteered on various board and in this community. our Constitutional rights; believes Throughout my distinguished entities as a means to help our I take the responsibility of over- taxes should be kept to the bare law enforcement career, I have been neighbors, choosing not to exploit seeing county resources very seri- minimum; believes decisions by humbled by the honors bestowed this volunteer service for personal ously. I am not controlled by any the BOCC should always benefit upon me for my service. Recogni- gain, rather seeking to highlight the special interests, and I have no the sum of the community rather tion of my service include the fol- needs of the ones I have served. My investments that benefit by being than an individual or special in- lowing: compassionate, Christian values a commissioner. I research each terest group; and a candidate that • Governors Heroism Award are firmly intertwined with my life decision and then make the best believes in using a strong moral • Officer of the Year and provide the basis for my service decision that will benefit the whole compass, be it in their personal life • Meritorious Award (1997) to others. Through my professional county, not just certain individu- or as your next District 3 BOCC. It • Graduate of Florida Sheriff’s career and my volunteer activities, als. I am not afraid to make the has become too common for people Institute Commanders Academy I have observed the struggles our tough calls when necessary. I have to complain about wanting change (2018) neighbors face every day, such as a strong work ethic, and I am a rather than actually putting them- • Three Lifesaving Proclama- parents juggling priorities to keep full-time commissioner. Volunteer- selves out there to try and make tion Awards from Wakulla County their children fed; children falling ing and working to build a better that change. I knew I could have Sheriff behind mentally and physically due Wakulla is not a campaign slogan stayed on the sidelines hoping that • Numerous Letters of Commen- to lack of available resources; elder- for me...it’s a way of life. the right candidate came along or dation from Governor Rick Scott ly adults having to choose between I am active in my church and I could step forward and provide • Medal of Valor from Command- buying medications or groceries ; as I seek Godly wisdom as I conduct that option. In the end I felt it was er Mike Ford (2013) well as other challenges our neigh- county business. My heart is for the better to provide an opportunity • Good Samaritan Award from bors face. These families represent people of Wakulla and my goal is to for change rather than just talking Wakulla County Senior Citizens many of the voices that deserve to serve you with excellence. We need about the need for change. Center be heard and as your next District 3 EXPERIENCED, proven leadership. • Wakulla Ducks Unlimited Com- Page 10 – THE WAKULLA NEWS, Thursday, July 30, 2020 www.thewakullanews.com BEN EXPERIENCE A FRESH START Licensed Real Estate Agent since 1998 VOTE 4 Generations of roots in Wakulla County AUG LOVEL Former Longtime Commercial Fisherman 18th Served on Sopchoppy City Council

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STEWART: I sincerely love a study indicate that growth is not serving the citizens of Wakulla RUSSELL: More and more peo- STEWART: My heart is for covering the associated infrastruc- County. I enjoy using my leader- ple are discovering what we have Wakulla County. As we see our ture costs then I would be open to ship skills to help our county grow known all along, Wakulla County county grow, I want to help man- looking at all options available to and to help our citizens enjoy living is a great place to live and raise a age that growth without sacrificing ensure these costs are not passed here. I believe experience counts family and that has led to growth our rural feel. Wakulla County is on to the taxpayers. and I want to use my experience being inevitable here in Wakulla growing at an astounding rate, with for the good of Wakulla Countyy. County. Our elected officials must a record amount of new housing STEWART: I would welcome a ensure that this growth is conduct- permits being issued recently, and new impact fee study, that would • Wakulla County is currently ed in structured and systematic the widening of Highway 319 finally tell us what the fees should be as- seeing a surge in residential manners that do not negatively im- becoming a reality. Growth is not sessed at and then would like to development. How do you feel pact our overall quality of life while a bad thing. It benefits businesses have a discussion about where the the county should be handling also ensuring that the decisions and provides much needed jobs for funds would be allocated to. Where growth? made by the BOCC do not put our our citizens. It ads diversity and I could see it being best used would county at risk of having more un- character to our already beautiful be for the library, public safety and KEMP: Because the physical necessary lawsuits. I would like county. Unbridled growth, how- youth recreational activities, but landscape and geography of this to implement actions that would ever, will overload our resources, please understand that impact county can only handle about allow greater citizen involvement therefore there is a delicate balance fees can only be spent on “brick 30% total development, I feel that in the overall planning process so to be found here. It is imperative and mortar” projects and the way continued development in Wakulla that “proactive discussions” can that our board have the knowledge these funds can be spent is very needs to be contemplated in a very take place. Providing outreach to be able to build necessary infra- restrictive. For instance, if Wakulla pragmatic way. and training in regards to growth structure while, at the same time, County collects $1million in impact Our county needs to continue to planning and regulations, as well managing the speed at which the fees, the percentage of growth will grow to be able to create revenue as updating our Comp Plan with growth comes. During the course dictate how much of that money to sustain our way life and the life input from the citizens, could go a of my tenure as a county commis- can be spent on a particular proj- of those moving to our community. long way in avoiding the “reactive sioner, I have strongly advocated ect. So let’s just say the growth However, we need to make sure discussions” that take place when for a strong infrastructure. We rate is 10%, then only $100,000 this is done in a very responsible new developments are proposed. need to continue to expand our of the impact fees collected could manner, so that our county ser- Our Comp Plan and the Crawford- sewer system into the denser go toward a project…the county vices will be able to accommodate ville Town Plan are just that, plans. parts of the county, so that we can would then be responsible for the an increased population. Addition- Even the best plans need to be remove septic systems from our rest of the bill. ally, the county needs to consider constantly reevaluated and often fragile ecosystem. As that sewer its vital natural resources when times need to be changed. I believe system is expanded, we should also • The county has been trying developing as these are the gems that it is absolutely necessary that continue to pave roads and add to relieve itself of the Wakulla of this county and the reason most we bring all of the stakeholders adequate storm water retention. County Airport (Tarpine) by people come to live, work and play. together when looking to propose We must insure that public safety having the Legislature create a Our county needs to find ways to such changes and as mentioned is adequately funded to support Wakulla Airport Authority. The cultivate these resources to bring above, it is beneficial to have these the pressures of added growth. issue stalled in this past year’s in more revenue for the county as discussions in a proactive manner Our Law Enforcement, Fire and session over concerns about the well. rather than a reactive manner. EMS departments do an excellent airport authority’s ability to job with the funds they have, but levy taxes on Tarpine properties. we must make sure that as we What are your thoughts on the grow, we allocate for them to have airport and airport authority? everything they need to help keep our county safe. Understanding KEMP: Wakulla County needs that a good percentage of growth an airport for emergencies espe- will come from families with chil- cially during the time of disasters. dren, it is very important that we The airport has also been used by provide a place for our citizens to the U.S. Military for training pur- recreate. This includes building a poses and a handful of residents new recreational park, improving also utilize the facility for personal the existing recreational park, and use. If shared or partnered fund- optimizing our community center. ing sources can be generated, Building a solid infrastructure will then keeping the airport open and continue to be one of the most im- running for the reason mentioned portant issues I address. above would be the right thing to do. If the county were to release its • Do you support bringing authority over the airport, Wakulla back impact fees to have growth would then become only one of two pay for expansion of county in- counties without any kind of avia- frastructure needs? Or do you tion facility. believe that impact fees should continue to be waived as an im- RUSSELL: I believe we should pediment to growth? try to keep our county’s only public airport if fiscally feasible. My con- KEMP: An impact fee is another cern is that once it is gone, we will name for a new tax. I do not believe never have such an opportunity to in creating new taxes for the people have a public airport in Wakulla of this county. However, as this County again. I believe we should new growth is created, the county try and keep our recreational facili- will need to look at ways to fund to ties and currently it’s my belief that increased infrastructure and de- the airport is used more for rec- velopment impacts to our county. reational purposes than anything Currently, 36 of the 67 counties else. However, it would be great in Florida collect impact fees on if we could incorporate more of a new development averaging just commercial aspect of the airport as over $4,000 per new home built. a way to spur economic growth. I Impact fees are way to help with do know the military has utilized the increased infrastructure needs this airport in the past for both caused by the new development, training missions and emergency but it is also a tax for current resi- situations. Any actions to dissolve dents who are building as well as an asset utilized by our military for those who are moving to our should be carefully considered. area because the County is a low Furthermore, I know from personal taxing authority. experience that the airport has been utilized by emergency ser- RUSSELL: My initial thought is vices (Life Flight) to help save lives that we do not need to impose an- of many of our citizens in Wakulla other tax on the citizens via a new County, as well as our neighboring Impact-Fee. The debate concerning Franklin County. Keep up with h e News! impact fees is: does growth pay for Looking at the airport solely as a itself or not? Conducting an Impact recreational asset, I can personally Fee Study, that also incorporates compare it to the Medart Rec Park. data relative to the increase in tax- Although my daughters were raised able property values after growth here in Wakulla County, neither occurs, and also includes analysis one of them ever played a sport of infrastructure requirements at the Rec Park. Even though my already mandated for new devel- family has not benefited from this opments could be valuable in hav- recreational asset, I believe that the Miss a week, miss a lot. ing open and honest discussions Rec Park is a great resource for our regarding this issue. Should such families and I have no problems at www.thewakullanews.com THE WAKULLA NEWS, Thursday, July 30, 2020 – Page 11 Lisa 22 years as Assistant Tax Collector My ExperienceEx WWorking for YOU! 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family has not benefited from town Crawfordville includes a place lieve that structured and planned with local, state and federal agen- this recreational asset, I believe that reflects the unique personality growth will pay larger dividends cies on many of the major incidents that the Rec Park is a great re- of our small town. A place where in the long run for our community that have affected Wakulla County source for our families and I have folks can park off street and shop than unstructured growth and and the citizens. no problems at all supporting such or dine in the downtown area. We haphazard growth ever will. an asset. Similarly, I have never have a downtown plan in place During my law enforcement used the airport (although I have and I support it. It wont happen STEWART: Besides growth and career I have had to interpret, had a personal experience with overnight, but I believe it is a plan infrastructure, Covid-19 and the enforce and regulate state and a family member whose life was that will allow commerce and resi- impact it will have on our county federal laws and guidelines fairly saved by having Life Flight able to dential areas to peacefully abide in is an unprecedented issue that we and consistently. My current posi- use the airport) but like the Rec the same area. could see in our county. While tion as a School Safety Prevention Park, I do feel that it is a valuable we have a 94 million dollar bud- Specialist is coordinating with asset for the County. • What do you see as the ma- get, of that 94 million, 9.8 million 18 different Sheriff’s Offices and jor issue currently facing the comes from ad valorem taxes that School districts, helping to provide STEWART: Tarpine was origi- county? And how do you propose we pay on our property. The bal- mental health, prevention and sub- nally created to be a fly-in commu- to respond to it? ance of that budget comes mostly stance abuse to our youth. I have nity. Over the years, the county has from inter-governmental revenues contributed countless hours of my used the airport, but minimally. KEMP: Growth, economic im- which may now be impacted by time to my community outside of The board decided that the long provements, public safety and the Covid-19 crisis. Fortunately, my professional career providing term financial responsibility of the health, I see as being the major our county is in the best financial any services I can where and when airport should be of those who use issues facing Wakulla County. condition we have been in recent needed. the airport, not the entire, county. Our county continues to see history. Because of that, we believe Therefore, we asked the legislature more and more people moving to we may be able to weather this RUSSELL: I have spent most to make it an independent special our community for the environ- Covid storm much better than our of my career in private industry district. Personally, I do believe the ment we provide. As stated above, surrounding counties. implementing key aspects that en- airport authority would be a good the growth and development in this sure a business stays afloat, such thing. They would be governed by county needs to be smart and bal- • What do you feel sets you as customer relations, implement- an elected board of directors from anced so that we can continue to apart? ing a budget, ensuring the busi- within that community. This would have revenue to address the infra- ness is financially stable, handling insure that the ownership, opera- structure needs and also continue KEMP: A commissioner’s main employee relationship issues, and tion, financing, maintenance and to provide the way of life we all have purpose is to do what is best for working to incorporate governmen- improvement of the airport would grown up knowing here. the people and the resources in tal mandates/regulations. As the come from within the Tarpine Com- Our county and businesses their community and what sets me only woman in this race, I bring munity. need to work together to bring apart is that I have done that for a perspective to issues that only more opportunity for the citizens the past 28 years. I have served the a mother, wife and a independent • With the changes coming of Wakulla to be able to find gain- citizens of Wakulla County through woman can bring. I am strong in from the widening of U.S. High- ful employment and be able to law enforcement and community my values, however at the same way 319, what is your vision for live, work and play here. We need service, have been on the front line time, the compassion I have to the future of downtown Craw- to harness our recreational and and even coordinated the logistics help others and ensure all voices fordville? natural resources and advertise them to those who are visiting. KEMP: The widening of Highway We need to utilize our opportunity 319 and the plans for the future for tourism as an opportunity for of downtown Crawfordville, needs economic growth. If I Win, You Win! to be revisited and looked at from As a retired law enforcement of- a realistic perspective. Because ficer and current public safety and the town plan and widening plans health specialist, it is imperative we Ed Brimner, CLHA were done so many years ago prior work to help those in our commu- State-Certified General Real Estate Appraiser RZ3797 to new growth, this is another is- nity who are the most vulnerable. sue needing to be discussed and To do this we need to create part- I welcome your questions at (850) 284-4390 revisited by the County and with nerships with other agencies and the citizens of Wakulla for their organizations and provide services Experience input on where they see the vision to our kids, our seniors, our dis- - 10 years Appraising Wakulla County Homes and Businesses of Wakulla and downtown Craw- abled or any families or individuals fordville going in the future. that may be struggling or in need. - Licensed Real Estate Appraiser Public safety is also essential to - Licensed Real Estate Broker RUSSELL: This particular ques- our community and it’s one of the - Wakulla County Small Business Owner tion highlights a concern I have things people look at when think- - Certified “Advanced County Commissioner” by Florida Counties had for years and since becoming ing of moving somewhere. We must Foundation a candidate this concern has also work to provide a safe environment - Wakulla County Value Adjustment Board been expressed by several citizens I for everyone in our community. Proven Leadership have interacted with: Crawfordville gets the majority of the attention RUSSELL: I feel public safety - Two Florida Association of Counties “Presidential Advocacy Award” while the rest of the county does and growth are major issues in the - “Best Airfield Operations in Air Combat Command" not. As a Commissioner I will look County at this time. As a health- - “Best Communication Squadron in the Air Force” for ways to benefit all of Wakulla care professional, I feel public - “Best Air TraȂ$c Control Facility in Military Airliȅ Command” County not just downtown Craw- safety is an issue that needs to - Seven “Outstanding Unit Awards”; one with Valor fordville. be addressed. We continuously - Nine personal military Medals This past weekend I participated lose our public safety employees in a volunteer event at the Pana- to other State agencies or mu- Training cea Plaza and what was painfully nicipalities due to our inability - Masters’ Degree in Operations Management obvious to me is that the citizens to provide competitive wages. We - Bachelors’ Degree in Political Science in that part of the county no lon- hire them, train them, and then - 3,000 hours of documented appraisal experience including ger have a viable grocery store to they leave because we haven’t been 1,500 Hours of commercial appraisal experience utilize, they basically have a food providing them with the adequate - 300 Hours of specialized training with end-of-class testing desert. While many keep their resources they need and deserve. attention solely focused on Craw- We see this time and time again - 2 Years, 6 months apprenticeship with a certified appraiser fordville, other outlying areas seem with law enforcement and Fire/ 6-hour National Uniform Licensing and Certification Appraisal Exam to be overlooked at the cost of the EMS personnel. This issue needs citizens residing in those outlying to be fully addressed so that we areas. I would love to see a beau- break this cycle and make it pos- Ed tiful and economically successful sible for these public safety heroes downtown Crawfordville full of to not only raise their families here small businesses and a walkable in Wakulla County, but to have community, but I also want to see rewarding careers here as well. such successes throughout the As discussed in response to entire county. Crawfordville will no a previous question, growth in doubt benefit from the widening of Wakulla County is inevitable and Brimner Hwy. 319, but we need to ensure we have to ensure that we have that the rest of the county does too. structured and systematic growth For Wakulla County that does not erode our great STEWART: My vision for down- quality of life here. I honestly be-

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By NOAH HERTZ Ed Brimner, the owner of BRG “I’ve been through everything at to learn how they process mail-in Staff Writer Appraisal, talked about the need the Tax Collector’s office,” she said. ballots. for a culture change in the office. For County Commission Seat 3, “We want you to feel comfort- Wakulla County candidates for “The Property Appraiser’s office incumbent candidate Mike Stewart able,” he said. “We want you to Property Appraiser, Tax Collector, needs a change of culture and a was the only one to appear for the know your ballot is secure.” Supervisor of Elections and County change of culture begins with a forum. When asked about how to change Commission Seat 3 addressed vot- change of leadership,” he said. “I’m disappointed that my op- the office, Donna Sue Brown, ers in another set of online candi- Colby Sparkman, a GIS Services ponents did not come tonight,” he whose election experience comes date forums last week. Coordinator in the Property Ap- said. from seven years of work with the The set of forums, hosted by praiser’s office, echoed the senti- Savary asked Stewart questions State Division of Elections, said she Donna Savary on the Wakulla ment about the need for change. about developing the Wakulla com- wants information to be clearer for Candidates Speak Facebook page, “Nobody trusts the office finan- munity and about future plans all voters. One way she suggested took place on Monday, July 20, and cially right now,” he said. “It’s going surrounding the Crawfordville town improving clarity of rules and infor- Thursday, July 23. to take a while to fix it.” plan and how to bring more jobs to mation was by way of the website Candidates for Property Apprais- Tax Collector candidates also Wakulla. for the office of the Supervisor of er met on July 20 to discuss their spoke and solicited questions about Mike Kemp, candidate for the Elections. qualifications and how to improve their qualifications and how they seat and former Sheriff’s deputy, “I think it could provide quicker, the office in the face of past contro- would change the office if elected. referring to Savary, said, “The orga- easier information for voters,” she versies. Brad Harvey, Wakulla prop- The two candidates, Jessica nizer has an admitted bias, failed to said. She added later, “Whatever erty appraiser for the past three Revell and Lisa Craze, agreed that follow the rules of her own Facebook the processes are today, that does years, was arrested in the spring cross training employees would be page and actively misrepresents my not mean they will be the same on fraud charges for overpaying his a good way to reduce time spent position and experience.” . tomorrow.” salary and suspended from office by waiting in line. Candidate Valerie Russell also Savary took a page from the pre- Gov. Ron DeSantis. Harvey is not a Revell, a certified public accoun- did not appear in the forum on vious set of candidate forums host- candidate this year. tant with Shepard Accounting & Thursday night. ed by Nikki Barnes and also asked a Ben Lovel, the former owner of Tax Service, also said if elected, Candidates for Supervisor of number of lighter ice-breaker ques- the Spring Creek Restaurant, talked she would allow all staff to keep Elections also met Thursday night tions so candidates could express a about the need for an open door their current jobs, including her and answered questions about the less-serious side. Candidates took policy in the office. opponent who served as Deputy safety of mail-in ballots as well as questions like “If you hosted a talk “The biggest change I would Tax Collector under Cheryll Olah. how they would change the office of show, who would you invite on as a make would be to ensure the people “I heard she’s good at what she the Supervisor of Elections. guest?” and “If you could eliminate had an open door to come into the does,” she said. “If everybody can Joe Morgan, who has served in one chore from your daily life, what office to understand their individual mold to the new leader, then every- the Supervisor of Elections Office as would it be?” assessments,” he said. “To under- thing would stay.” Chief Deputy for 7 years, stressed Videos of the candidate forums stand and have an explanation as The two touched on their qualifi- the safety of mail-in voting and the are available to watch on the to why their property has been as- cations as well, with Craze stressing office’s transparency. He said vot- Wakulla Candidates Speak page sessed as such.” her experience working in the office. ers were welcome to come in or call on Facebook. Candidate responses (cont’d)

are heard is directly tied to my I have spent decades as an an opportunity for valuable change servant for my county. I love this maternal being. unpaid volunteer public servant to the Board of County Commis- county, as do my opponents, but As a front-line healthcare profes- helping our community. Serving sioners District 3 seat. what makes me different is that I sional during the ongoing Covid the public via a paid career or have valuable experience in a time crisis, I am directly in-tune with as an unpaid volunteer are both STEWART: EXPERIENCE! EX- when experience is crucial. I can the challenges that our local public admirable callings, however the PERIENCE! EXPERIENCE! I believe hit the ground running and con- safety professionals are currently experiences I have gained as an that the experience I have gained tinue to build momentum while my facing. I truly grasp the fact that we unpaid volunteer will provide me and the lessons I’ve learned, by opponents would still be training cannot continue to expect our pub- insights that will be beneficial to being a County Commissioner for and trying to get up to speed. I lic safety professionals to continue ensuring that all voices are heard. 4 terms, sets me apart. I have humbly ask that you would keep adequately serving our community I firmly believe that my educational learned many lessons, some of me as your commissioner. Vote without enhanced resources such and career achievements, along them the hard way, during my for me on August 18th. Keep Mike as competitive wages, sufficient with my honesty, integrity, and tenure as a County Commissioner. Stewart working for Wakulla! staff, and updated equipment. volunteer experiences, can provide Every lesson makes me a better

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Sherif ’s Report Activity reported by County Sheriff’s Of- $84.51 in unpaid mer- suspect was observed from his residence. residential and busi- the Wakulla County fice responded to 11 chandise. The suspect failing to scan items The victim stated that ness security checks. Sheriff’s Office for the vehicular burglaries was arrested and is- at the self-checkout he discovered some- week of July 16 to 23. in several locations sued a Notice to Ap- lane. The suspect then one had stolen a col- PLEASE LOCK in close proximity to pear with a court date. passed the final point lectible knife from the YOUR HOME AND THURSDAY, each other in Craw- Deputy Dylan Caus- of sale with $182.24 attic of his residence. VEHICLES! JULY 16 fordville. The areas seaux investigated. in unpaid merchan- The victim described PLEASE WASH were the burglaries dise. The suspect was the knife as a 12-inch YOUR HANDS • James Thompson occurred were Carou- MONDAY, arrested and trans- serrated edge knife AND PRACTICE of Crawfordville re- sel Circle, Blackberry JULY 20 ported to the Wakulla with an eagle head SOCIAL DISTANC- ported that he was Lane, Juniper Lane, County Jail. Deputy on the handle. The ING! the victim of a fraud. Spur Trail, and Home • Michael Pearcy Arturo Cordoba inves- knife was valued at The victim reported Stretch Lane. The sus- of Crawfordville re- tigated. approximately $450. If you have infor- that he had been de- pects entered unse- ported a theft of his Possible suspects were mation regarding the frauded out of $8,000 cured vehicles and four-wheeler. The vic- WEDNESDAY, identified. The case activity shown, or any by a suspect who stole several items and tim stated that his JULY 22 information was col- other crime please identified herself as currency. The case yellow 2005 Honda lected, documented, contact the Wakulla Cynthia Collins with information was col- 4x4 four-wheeler was • Kirk Day of Craw- and forwarded to the County Sheriff’s Of- the U.S. Department lected, documented, stolen from his prop- fordville reported that Wakulla County Sher- fice at (850) 745-7100 of Treasury. The in- and forwarded to the erty. The four-wheeler he was the victim of iff’s Office Criminal or (850) 926-0800. vestigation revealed Wakulla County Sher- was located behind fraudulent activity on Investigations Divi- Please feel free to uti- that this fraudulent iff’s Office Criminal In- his residence and the his bank account. The sion. Deputy Dakota lize the WCSO Tip Line activity was a result vestigations Division. key was not in it. The victim discovered that Haddock investigated. at (850) 745-7190 of a “Grant Scheme” Multiple Uniformed victim identified a pos- someone had accessed and regarding school where the suspect por- Patrol Units, CID, and sible suspect in the his account made sev- This week Sheriff safety please utilize trays themselves as Crime Scene investi- case. The case infor- eral fraudulent charg- Jared Miller and the the WCSO School an agent with a U.S. gated. mation was collected, es to it over the past Wakulla County Sher- Safety Tip Line (850) government and offers documented, and for- several days. The vic- iff’s Office responded 745-7138. Your in- a large sum of money SATURDAY, warded to the Wakulla tim discovered $1,260 to 1,147 calls for ser- formation can be kept in grants in exchange JULY 18 County Sheriff’s Office charged at Walmart vice, 302 calls to 911, anonymous at your for smaller amounts Criminal Investiga- and another at Best and conducted 269 request. sent to them. The case • Shauntea Eglton tions Division. Deputy Buy. The victim did information was col- of Crawfordville was Kyle Hanks investi- not make or authorize lected, documented, arrested following a gated. these charges. The Specializing In and forwarded to the retail theft complaint case information was Repair & Service Wakulla County Sher- and subsequent inves- TUESDAY, collected, document- iff’s Office Criminal In- tigation at the Craw- JULY 21 ed, and forwarded to Residential & vestigations Division. fordville Walmart. The the Wakulla County Commercial Deputy Kory Smith suspect was observed • Lucas Porter of Sheriff’s Office Crimi- investigated. intentionally placing Crawfordville was ar- nal Investigations Di- (850) 421-3012 Homes & items in her cart with- rested following a re- vision. Deputy Ronald Mobile Homes FRIDAY, out scanning them tail theft complaint Mitchell investigated. 24-Hour Service ER0015233 JULY 17 at the checkout. The and subsequent inves- • Sam Samlal of suspect passed the tigation at the Craw- Crawfordville reported • The Wakulla final point of sale with fordville Walmart. The the theft of property DOUGLAS E. HOYT CPA Certified Public Accountant FWC Law Enforcement Report t
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HOME ON THE RANGE Shooting a Thompson Contender barrels have porting not a gun made for built in. self-defense. So you can have Mike likes the de- yourself a hand can- sign because it’s like non or you can shoot a holding a rifle in his .22. It depends on the hand. He likes that barrel. he can swap out the If you look up the barrel in a minute. Contender on the In- He likes that he can ternet, chances are shoot a group the size you’ll most often find of a quarter 100 yards links to barrels and away with a 14-inch By MARJ LAW not to the gun itself barrel. because of this swapa- Maybe it’s because I It looks like a rifle. bility. don’t have much expe- Miniaturized in length. And since you can rience with long guns, This Thompson shoot a .22 or a larg- but if I were out to Contender has a heavy er caliber round, the shoot dinner, I’d rath- wood grip and fore Contender has two er have a gun that can stock. It is a breach firing pins: one for hold more than one brake loaded gun. Pull centerfire and one for round. But I can see a back the curled part of rimfire. skilled hunter needing the trigger guard and Our friend Mike has only one round to get give the gun a shake a Contender 7-30 Wa- the deer down. and it opens. Well, it ters and a .375. He Maybe it’s like being ought to. But I wasn’t likes to shoot the 7-30 a Girl Scout, and being quite strong enough to for deer at 200 yards, able to start a campfire give it the proper pull and likes his .375 for with only one match. and shake. Must be one I decide to try. the target right under Well, of course, but closer in hunting at Trigger pull is cer- the X-ring. it’s my first time. And I It’s a matter of skill. a knack to it. When about 50-75 yards. With the Contender Joe and Mike open it, tainly nice and light. A pistol scope is so do hit the target. And I Just switch barrels. But I wont say the different to use than a don’t fall back on my… in his hand, Mike only the action looks pretty It takes Mike about a needs one shot. neat. recoil is easy. Maybe scope on a long gun. on the cement floor. minute to swap bar- it’s because I’m ac- You hold the Contend- “What is the Con- Once opened, you rels. Marj Law is the for- put your one round customed to shooting er at arm’s length. I’m tender used for?” I ask I read up that one handguns. However, not used to that. Mike. mer director of Keep into it. That’s it. One man was proud when Wakulla County Beau- round. the .375 with it’s Leo- “The squirrel has He replies that he his son took out the pold low power pistol had time to have ba- uses it for hunting tiful who has become What kind of round Contender and shot an avid shooter in re- does it take? scope is darn accurate. bies while you’re sight- and for long distance his first deer. With Just like the guys, I hit ing it in!” laughs Mike. target shooting. It is tirement. That’s another re- that one shot. He not- ally cool thing about ed that the recoil was the Contender. It all light, and so was the depends. trigger. The Contender is Mike and Joe shoot FWC approves changes to l ounder rules one of the first mod- both the 7-30 Waters From FWC News Florida. Other states • Establish a also directed staff ular handguns. The load and the .375. I have also reported November closure to continue working barrel is fitted into the watch them to see how At its July declines in flounder (recreational). with the industry on stock by a link pin. much the muzzle rises Commission meeting, populations and • Establish a flounder bycatch in Take the pin out, and when they shoot, to the Florida Fish and have been making commercial trip and federal waters. slide in a barrel. An give me an idea on how Wildlife Conservation their own regulation vessel limit of 150 To share your input extractor is built in much recoil to expect. Commission (FWC) changes. flounder when using on this draft proposal to the barrel. Some of It doesn’t look all that approved draft FWC has been allowable gear for all or to see more about the barrels have sights light to me, as both changes to the working with months outside of what items the FWC on them, like the .44 men are shooting on management of stakeholders to gather November. Division of Marine Magnum. The Con- a bench rest and still Florida’s flounder input on this fishery • Establish a Fisheries Management tender takes a variety they jerk back some. fishery. These changes through workshops, November commercial is working on, of barrels, so you can The .375 load looks will be brought back online commenting trip and vessel limit visit MyFWC.com/ choose what you’d like easiest, so that’s the to the Commission and more. of 50 pounds when SaltwaterComments. to shoot. Some of the in October for final Draft rule changes using allowable gear. 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Navigation Rules, pected! As we evolve in these trying times. often called the “The Rules of the Road,” Boating Emergencies If you are inter- I’ll bet you noticed nothing is static right are the basic laws ested in learning now! This Covid-19 pandemic has brought governing the opera- Coast Guard Station more about our safe many changes to our world, and to the things tion of a boat. They Panama City ...... (850) 234-4228 boating classes or we want to do. are divided into in- Coast Guard Station learning more about My return to Florida was filled with plans to land and Interna- getting involved in put our 25-foot Mako vessel into commercial Yankeetown ...... (352) 447-6900 tional rules. It is the the Auxiliary, check service to run dive charters off our coast. But responsibility of the Coast Guard Auxiliary out our website at first we needed to enclose the transom and operators Apalachee Bay (Flotilla 12) ...... (850) 942-7500 www.uscgaux.net or extend the engine mount out to add more flo- While we know or ...... (850) 284-1166 contact our Flotilla tation due to larger engine weights! most victims of Commander Wade I’m at the end of my summer and the boat drowning were not toward you or pass- when encountering Olson at slotpilot4@ remains disassembled in the back, still wait- wearing life jackets, ing you, marine life another vessel on the gmail.com ing upon the manufacturer to respond to our most accidents on the or sand/oyster bars. water. order. They are in Stuart and likely shut down water can be avoided When not in areas A quick web-search If you would like due to the pandemic. if proper navigation marked as “No Wake” provided many graph- to learn more about We stayed open throughout the crisis, erect- rules are followed. or “Slow Speed” ar- ics on proper proto- vessel safety checks, ing clear barriers at the register and regulator If you are operating eas, maintaining safe cols to follow when please contact Steve repair facility in our shop and providing the a vessel 39 feet (12 speed is critical. encountering another Hults, Staff Officer support our customers’ wanted/needed to meters) or greater, As the operator, vessel on the water. for Vessel Examina- keep diving this summer. Revenue this sum- you are responsible you should take For much more tions at steve.hults@ mer remained the same as last year, so we for having and main- into account vis- detailed informa- uscgaux.net. successfully offered the summer internship taining a copy of the ibility, vessel traffic, tion about Naviga- training, hydrostatically tested as many cylin- Navigation Rules on your boat’s ability to tion Rules, and other The Coast Guard ders as last year and prepared more technology board while operat- maneuver, and the safety information, Auxiliary is the uni- to be shipped to Hawaii, as we did last year. ing on U.S. inland weather conditions. visit the USCG safe formed civilian volun- Mid-August I will pack up the truck and run waters. Boats have no boating website. teer component of the another shipping crate to LA to be shipped to A few important brakes, excessive Check back next U.S. Coast Guard and Hilo for a continued expansion of Wakulla in rules to keep in the speed, failure to have week for more in- supports the Coast Hawaii, on the Big Island. forefront of your a proper lookout, and formation on inland Guard in nearly all But we are growing here. We have excellent mind to designate a operator distraction sound signals. mission areas. The staff that will be expanding over the next year lookout, someone to are underlying causes Thanks to Sherrie, Auxiliary was created to include a regulator repair specialist, and watch for dangers. for accidents. we will always re- by Congress in 1939. a cylinder specialist. Both will start out part This can be an Avoiding a collision member safe boating For more information, time and grow as the mission grows. All will items submerged, often requires know- is no accident. Always please visit www. be cross-trained. another boat coming ing the actions to take be ready for the unex- cgaux.org. We will be integrating with a company in mid Florida to again get into the hydrostatic test- ing and filling of CO2 cylinder. Once in place, that will increase the cylinder specialist’s time Amberjack opens in Gulf waters on Aug. 1 to full time. From FWC News If you plan to fish Gulf Reef Fish Angler, To learn more And Warren Wilson will join our staff in late for greater amber- your Gulf designa- about regulations for August to begin the Veterans Vocational Train- The recreational jack in state or fed- tion meets the new greater amberjack, ing Program, which will take the better part of harvest of greater eral waters from a statewide require- visit MyFWC.com/ a year to organize. amberjack will re- private recreational ment until it expires. Marine and click on Once in place, Veterans can take one of four open in Gulf state vessel (includes an- To learn more about “Recreational Regu- proposed classes: Dive Locker Management, and federal waters glers over 65 years of the no-cost designa- lations” and “Greater Professional Diving (to Instructor), Underwater Aug. 1. This season is age), you must sign tion, visit MyFWC. Amberjack,” which is Crime Scene Investigations, and Agency Dive scheduled to remain up as a State Reef com/SRFS. Sign up under the “Reef Fish” Officer. Each will be a scheduled to encourage open through Oct. Fish Angler prior to today at GoOutdoors- tab. employment opportunities. 31 in Gulf state and your fishing trip. If Florida.com. Annual I return to Hawaii, where I’m from, to become federal waters. you are already a renewal is required. a farmer to my 2-pound avocados. We have successfully doubled the harvest by careful didn’t agree on ev- understanding of tending the orchard over the year. I have a con- A productive talk erything. how to move for- tract with Foodland to supply them avocados “I’ll meet with you ward,” he said. from October to the end of December. From Front Page County Sheriff Jared all once a week if you Thomas also said Folks have stopped by the dive shop to talk Miller and Major Ray feel like we need to,” he believed the meet- about their avocados here in Florida! I am said. “You don’t put Johnson and try to Thomas said. ing was productive. pleased to offer discussion regarding how we the windows in be- schedule a meeting Crump told the “I think it’s pro- have succeeded at our orchard. fore the foundation.” with them and the News he believed the ductive anytime you Now we will see how we fare with the ap- Thomas said he activists. meeting was produc- sit down and talk proaching hurricane! would pass along the He sad he was tive. through issues,” he I return to Florida in January, and May, for information from the glad to have met with “We had to sit said. monthlong visits as I resolve my brother’s es- meeting to Wakulla them even if they down and get a clear tate, help with the shop, the expanded cylinder program and establish the Veterans Programs. In fact, Warren just told me he is investigat- ing the Wounded Veterans Program offerings as well. There is a similar program in Georgia I’m told. Our notion for Wakulla Diving was to provide what the community asked for. That’s why customers marvel at what we have available for them, since it was purchased based upon what they asked for. I expect the same approach will work in Miss a week, miss a lot. Hawaii! Page 16 – THE WAKULLA NEWS, Thursday, July 30, 2020 www.thewakullanews.com Weekly Classifieds Marketplace Post your classiÞ ed line ad in The Wakulla News and it will run on our website thewakullanews.com for FREE! CLASSIFIED ADS 877-676-1403 STARTING AT JUST $12.00 A WEEK! Deadline Monday by 11:00 A.M. Cars • Real Estate • Rentals • Employment • Services • Yard Sales • Announcements FREE

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RI¿FH  3URSRVDOV VKRXOG MANUEL A. CARRERAS, “SPECIALIZING IN WAKULLA COUNTY” Plaintiff 2019 Kawasaki Mule 4x4 be submitted to Ashley. vs. schilling@sopchoppy. ESTATE OF WILLIAM L. BULLARD, Known and Unknown Heirs, Devisees, Grantees, Judg- UTV; Tilt Bed; very low SONYA HALL ment Creditors and All Parties Claiming By, Through, Under or Against ESTATE OF WIL- org or hand delivered by LIAM L. BULLARD OR HIS UNKNOWN SPOUSE OR THEIR RESPECTIVE ESTATES; ESTATE OF hours (like new). $7,800 MARY W. BULLARD, Known and Unknown Heirs, Devisees, Grantees, Judgment Credi- Call Gene 850.566.2626 August 3, 2020. Broker tors and All Parties Claiming By, Through, Under or Against ESTATE OF MARY W. BUL- LARD OR HER UNKNOWN SPOUSE OR THEIR RESPECTIVE ESTATES; KNOWN AND UN- (850) 926–5084 KNOWN PARTIES IN POSSESSION; AND ALL CLAIMANT(S), PERSON(S) OR PARTIES, NAT- URAL OR CORPORATE, OR WHOSE EXACT LEGAL STATUS IS UNKNOWN, CLAIMING July ADYTA [email protected] UNDER ANY OF THE ABOVE NAMES OR DESCRIBED DEFENDANTS HEREIN, SERVICE DIRECTORY Defendants. NOTICE OF ACTION CALL KRYSTAL BEST RATES KAREN WILLIAMS TO: ESTATE OF WILLIAM L. BULLARD; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF WILLIAM L. IN THE PAPER BULLARD; ESTATE OF MARY W. BULLARD; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF MARY W. BULLARD; SHEPPARD Broker / Associate KNOWN AND UNKNOWN PARTIES IN POSSESSION, AND ALL CLAIMANT(S), PERSON(S) OR PARTIES, NATURAL OR CORPORATE, OR WHOSE EXACT LEGAL STATUS IS UNKNOWN, [email protected] (850) 567-8279 CLAIMING UNDER ANY OF THE ABOVE NAMES OR DESCRIBED DEFENDANTS HEREIN, 850-926-7102 [email protected] YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to quiet title to the following property in Wakulla County, Florida: Licensed and Insured DALE HARWOOD PARCEL 1: 01-6S-02W-000-03574-000 COMMENCE AT THE POINT WHERE THE WEST BOUNDARY LINE OF SECTION ONE (1), TOWNSHIP 6 SOUTH, RANGE 2 WEST, WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA, INTERSECTS THE HARWOOD’S TREE SERVICE RENTAL PROPERTY WESTERLY BOUNDARY LINE OF THE RIGHT OF WAY OF STATE ROAD NO, 30 (US #98) AND RUN SOUTHERLY ALONG THE WESTERLY BOUNDARY LINE OF THE RIGHT OF WAY OF SAID Full Service Tree and Tractor Work HIGHWAY, 5405.5 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. FROM SAID POINT OF BEGINNING RUN WESTERLY TANGENT TO A1 DEGREE 40 MINUTE CURVE RIGHT, 200 FEET, THEN RUN Over 30 years of Experience SOUTHERLY PARALLEL TO SAID 1 DEGREE 40 MINUTE CURVE, 92.5 FEET, THEN RUN EAST- AVAILABLE ERLY AND TANGENT TO SAID CURVE, 200 FEET TO THE WESTERLY BOUNDARY LINE OF THE 24 Hours a day, 7 Days a week! 850421-4053 RIGHT OF WAY OF SAID STATE ROAD NO. 30, THEN RUN NORTHERLY ALONG SAID RIGHT OF WAY BOUNDARY 100 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. SAID LOT LYING AND BE- 2655-B CRAWFORDVILLE HWY. ING IN THE SOUTH HALF OF SECTION ONE (1), TOWNSHIP 6 SOUTH, RANGE 2 WEST. Munge’s Tree Service PACEL 2: 01-6S-02W-000-03575-000 COMMENCE AT THE INTERSECTION OF THE SOUTH BOUNDARY OF SECTION ONE (1), TOWNSHIP SIX (6) SOUTH, RANGE TWO (2) WEST WITH THE WEST BOUNDARY OF THE 24-HR EMERGENCY SERVICE RIGHT OF WAY OF STATE ROAD NO. 30 (U.S. # 98), IN WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA, WAKULLAREALTY.COM SAID HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY BEING IN A CURVE, AND RUN THENCE IN A NORTHWEST- ERLY DIRECTION ALONG A CURVE TO THE LEFT, HAVING A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 49 DE- FIREWOOD AVAILABLE! GREES 58 MINUTES AND A RADIUS OF 3337.75 FEET, AN ARC DISTANCE OF 160 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE PROPERTY PREVIOUSLY CONVEYED ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST FL-6125 TO JOHN PRICE BY FENTON JONES, ET UX, SAID POINT BEING THE POINT OF BEGIN- Michael Mongeon 850421-8104 NING. FROM SAID POINT OF BEGINNING CONTINUE THENCE IN A NORTHWESTERLY DIRECTION ALONG SAID CURVE, AN ARC DISTANCE OF 200 FEET; THENCE RUN SOUTH Donate A Boat 76 DEGREES 05 MINUTES WEST 200 FEET; THENCE RUN SOUTH 21 DEGREES 21 MINUTES 10 SECONDS EAST 185,3 FEET TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID JOHN PRICE PROP- BeautiFurred With Love ERTY; THENCE RUN NORTH 80 DEGREES 19 MINUTES EAST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID JOHN PRICE PROPERTY 200 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, IN THE SOUTH HALF PUPPY PURRS and Care! or Car Today! OF SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 6 SOUTH, RANGE 2 WEST. Mobile PIN #: 00-00-078-013-10842-000 has been filed against you. You are required to serve a copy of your written de- Dog Grooming fenses, if any, to the action on Frances Casey Lowe, Esquire, Plaintiff’s attorney, “2-Night Free Vacation!” whose address is 68-A Feli Way Crawfordville, Florida 32327, on or before the date Serving Crawfordville not less than 28 days and no more than 60 days after the first publication, and file and surrounding areas the original with the Clerk of this Court either before service on Plaintiff’s attorney or 800-700- BOAT immediately after service; otherwise, a default will be entered against you for the re- Venus Stone (2628)(2628) lief demanded in the Complaint or Petition. (850) 745-6095 www.boatangel.com Dated: July 16th, 2020. sponsored by boat angel outreach centers STOP CRIMES AGAINST CHILDREN (850) 800-7249 Brent X. Thurmond, CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT AND COUNTY COURTS OF WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA Beautifurredpuppypurrs.com (COURT SEAL) By: Rachel L. Howard, As Deputy Clerk

Published July 23, 30, August 6 & 13, 2020. ‡ Quality Residential and Commercial Repainting ‡ Pressure Washing ‡ Lift Available In House ‡ Wood Rot Repairs Deck Restoration 5504-0730 TWN ‡ Siamis, Janet Neal 20000050CPAXMX Notice to Creditors Cabinet Painting IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION ‡ File No. 20000050CPAXMX Division: Probate IN RE: ESTATE OF JANET NEAL SIAMIS, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS Locally Owned & Operated The administration of the estate of JANET NEAL SIAMIS, deceased, whose date of Serving Wakulla & death was April 17, 2020 is pending in the Circuit Court for Wakulla County, Florida, Surrounding Counties Since 1993 Probate Division, the address of which is 3056 Crawfordville Hwy, Room 136, Craw- Jim Porter & Todd Porter Member of Chamber ooff fordville, Florida 32327. The names and addresses of the personal representative and Commerce and the the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. licensed & insured Better Business Bureauauu All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands Keep up with h e News! against decedent’s estate, on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served, must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE LOCALLY TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERV- OWNED & ICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. Residential OPERATED All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AF- TER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. Agricultural ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) Commercial YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. PROPANE The date of first publication is: July 23, 2020. Personal Representative: DEPEND ON THE BIG DOG Industrial JANET S. BROWN 9804 Flowering Grove Place, Louisville, Kentucky 40241 Attorney for Personal Representative: Jeremy P. Gerch Florida Bar No. 124108 Ø
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5501-0730 TWN ( 8/21 sale ) Dated: June 17, 2020 property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: LEGAL NOTICE Notice is given pursuant to Florida Self-Storage Facility Act, Florida Signature: Brent X. Thurmond, Clerk Certificate # 821 Date of Issuance May 31, 2017 Statutes, Chapter 83, Part IV that Seminole Self Storage will hold a sale by sealed bid By: D. Verrill, Deputy Clerk Parcel #: 00-00-035-008-07060-000 AUGUST 21ST, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. at 2314 Crawfordville Hwy, Crawfordville, Florida Clerk of the Circuit Court, Wakulla County, Florida Description of Property: Wakulla Gardens Block 11 Lots 11 & 12 OR 7 P 53 OR 129 P 32327, of the contents of Mini-Warehouse containing personal property of: Published July 16, 23, 30 & August 6, 2020. 459 OR 130 P 405 OR 430 P 185 LOTOSHA TIMMONS Name in which assessed Alvin Keith & Jamie Bryant Before the sale date of AUGUST 21ST, 2020. The Owners may redeem their property said property being in the County of Wakulla, State of Florida. Unless such certificate by payment of the Outstanding Balance and cost by mailing Certified Funds to 2314 shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate shall Crawfordville Hwy, Crawfordville, Florida, 32327 or Paying in person at the ware- 5488-0806 TWN be sold to the highest bidder in the Wakulla Co. Courthouse on: September 9, 2020 house location. NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED at 10:00 A.M. Published July 23 & 30, 2020. TAX DEED FILE NO. 2020 TXD 020 Dated: June 18, 2020 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that Tidewater Investments of Wakulla LLC Signature: Brent X. Thurmond, Clerk The holder of the following certificate has filed said certificate for a tax deed to be By: R. Ross, Deputy Clerk issued thereon. The certificate number and year of issuance, the description of the 5503-0730 TWN ( 8/8 sale ) Clerk of the Circuit Court, Wakulla County, Florida property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: Published July 16, 23, 30 & August 6, 2020. NOTICE OF SALE Certificate # 1333 Date of Issuance May 27, 2016 Notice is given pursuant to Florida Self-Storage Facility Act, Florida Statues, Chapter Parcel #: 00-00-034-012-09623-027 83, Part IV that Crawfordville Self Storage will hold a sale by sealed bid on Saturday, Description of Property: Wakulla Gardens Unit 5 Block 52 Lots 27, 28 & 29 OR 66 P August 8th, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. at 3291 Crawfordville Hwy. of the contents of 870 & OR 97 P 542 5492-0806 TWN Mini-Warehouses containing personal property of: Name in which assessed Victor Merrill —Jessie Hysmith —Earnest Rhudy NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED said property being in the County of Wakulla, State of Florida. Unless such certificate TAX DEED FILE NO. 2020 TXD 024 Before the sale date of August 8th, 2020, the owners may redeem their property by shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate shall a payment of the outstanding balance and cost by paying in person at 3291 Craw- NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that Tidewater Investments of Wakulla LLC be sold to the highest bidder in the Wakulla Co. Courthouse on: September 9, 2020 The holder of the following certificate has filed said certificate for a tax deed to be fordville Hwy., before 10:00 a.m. at 10:00 A.M. Published July 23 & 30, 2020. issued thereon. The certificate number and year of issuance, the description of the Dated: June 17, 2020 property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: Signature: Brent X. Thurmond, Clerk Certificate # 1003 Date of Issuance May 28, 2014 By: D. Verrill, Deputy Clerk Parcel #: 00-00-035-008-06940-000 5507-0806 TWN ( 8/15 sale ) Clerk of the Circuit Court, Wakulla County, Florida Description of Property: Wakulla Gardens Block 8 Lot 19 OR 3 P 340 NOTICE OF SALE Published July 16, 23, 30 & August 6, 2020. Name in which assessed Charles A Jones Notice is given pursuant to Florida Self-Storage Facility Act, Florida Statues, Chapter said property being in the County of Wakulla, State of Florida. Unless such certificate 83, Part IV that Crawfordville Self Storage will hold a sale by sealed bid on Saturday, shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate shall August 15th, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. at 3291 Crawfordville Hwy. of the contents of 5489-0806 TWN be sold to the highest bidder in the Wakulla Co. Courthouse on: September 9, 2020 Mini-Warehouses containing personal property of: NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED at 10:00 A.M. —Jimmy Merkison —-Jordan Rains TAX DEED FILE NO. 2020 TXD 021 Dated: June 18, 2020 Before the sale date of August 15th, 2020, the owners may redeem their property by NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that Tidewater Investments of Wakulla LLC Signature: Brent X. Thurmond, Clerk a payment of the outstanding balance and cost by paying in person at 3291 Craw- The holder of the following certificate has filed said certificate for a tax deed to be By: R. Ross, Deputy Clerk fordville Hwy., before 10:00 a.m. issued thereon. The certificate number and year of issuance, the description of the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Wakulla County, Florida Published July 30 & August 6, 2020. property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: Published July 16, 23, 30 & August 6, 2020. Certificate # 1391 Date of Issuance May 28, 2014 Parcel #: 00-00-034-012-09629-048 Tax Deed Tax Deed Description of Property: Wakulla Gardens Unit 5 Block 53 Lot 48 OR 45 P 786 OR 631 5493-0806 TWN P 271 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED Notices Notices Name in which assessed Shawn Varney TAX DEED FILE NO. 2020 TXD 025 said property being in the County of Wakulla, State of Florida. Unless such certificate NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that Tidewater Investments of Wakulla LLC shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate shall The holder of the following certificate has filed said certificate for a tax deed to be be sold to the highest bidder in the Wakulla Co. Courthouse on: September 9, 2020 issued thereon. The certificate number and year of issuance, the description of the 5486-0806 TWN at 10:00 A.M. property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED Dated: June 18, 2020 Certificate # 992 Date of Issuance May 28, 2014 TAX DEED FILE NO. 2020 TXD 018 Signature: Brent X. Thurmond, Clerk Parcel #: 00-00-035-008-06872-000 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that Tidewater Investments of Wakulla LLC By: R. Ross, Deputy Clerk Description of Property: Wakulla Gardens Block 6 Lot 64 OR 1 P 834 & OR 80 P 364 The holder of the following certificate has filed said certificate for a tax deed to be Clerk of the Circuit Court, Wakulla County, Florida OR 174 P 141 issued thereon. The certificate number and year of issuance, the description of the Published July 16, 23, 30 & August 6, 2020. Name in which assessed David E & Sandra S Hogue property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: said property being in the County of Wakulla, State of Florida. Unless such certificate Certificate # 999 Date of Issuance May 28, 2014 shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate shall Parcel #: 00-00-035-008-06920-000 5490-0806 TWN be sold to the highest bidder in the Wakulla Co. Courthouse on: September 9, 2020 Description of Property: Wakulla Gardens Block 7 Lot 59 OR 1 P 415 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED at 10:00 A.M. Name in which assessed Emerson Taylor Duncan c/o T Lee Anderton TAX DEED FILE NO. 2020 TXD 022 Dated: June 18, 2020 said property being in the County of Wakulla, State of Florida. Unless such certificate NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that Tidewater Investments of Wakulla LLC Signature: Brent X. Thurmond, Clerk shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate shall The holder of the following certificate has filed said certificate for a tax deed to be By: R. Ross, Deputy Clerk be sold to the highest bidder in the Wakulla Co. Courthouse on: September 9, 2020 issued thereon. The certificate number and year of issuance, the description of the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Wakulla County, Florida at 10:00 A.M. property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: Published July 16, 23, 30 & August 6, 2020. Dated: June 17, 2020 Certificate # 1390 Date of Issuance May 28, 2014 Signature: Brent X. Thurmond, Clerk Parcel #: 00-00-034-012-09629-047 By: D. Verrill, Deputy Clerk Description of Property: Wakulla Gardens Unit 5 Block 53 Lot 47 OR 45 P 786 OR 631 5494-0806 TWN Clerk of the Circuit Court, Wakulla County, Florida P 271 Published July 16, 23, 30 & August 6, 2020. NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED Name in which assessed Shawn Varney TAX DEED FILE NO. 2020 TXD 026 said property being in the County of Wakulla, State of Florida. Unless such certificate NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that Tidewater Investments of Wakulla LLC shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate shall The holder of the following certificate has filed said certificate for a tax deed to be 5487-0806 TWN be sold to the highest bidder in the Wakulla Co. Courthouse on: September 9, 2020 issued thereon. The certificate number and year of issuance, the description of the NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED at 10:00 A.M. property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: TAX DEED FILE NO. 2020 TXD 019 Dated: June 18, 2020 Certificate # 976 Date of Issuance May 28, 2014 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that Tidewater Investments of Wakulla LLC Signature: Brent X. Thurmond, Clerk Parcel #: 00-00-035-008-06775-000 The holder of the following certificate has filed said certificate for a tax deed to be By: R. Ross, Deputy Clerk Description of Property: Wakulla Gardens Block 5 Lot 16 OR 5 P 600 & OR 68 P 992 issued thereon. The certificate number and year of issuance, the description of the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Wakulla County, Florida Name in which assessed George W & Doris Cross property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: Published July 16, 23, 30 & August 6, 2020. said property being in the County of Wakulla, State of Florida. Unless such certificate Certificate # 1368 Date of Issuance May 28, 2014 shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate shall Parcel #: 00-00-034-012-09536-000 be sold to the highest bidder in the Wakulla Co. Courthouse on: September 9, 2020 Description of Property: Wakulla Gardens Unit 5 Block 47 Lot 15 OR 35 P 828 5491-0806 TWN at 10:00 A.M. Name in which assessed Mrs Floy Jamieson NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED Dated: June 18, 2020 said property being in the County of Wakulla, State of Florida. Unless such certificate TAX DEED FILE NO. 2020 TXD 023 Signature: Brent X. Thurmond, Clerk shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate shall NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that Tidewater Investments of Wakulla LLC By: R. Ross, Deputy Clerk be sold to the highest bidder in the Wakulla Co. Courthouse on: September 9, 2020 The holder of the following certificate has filed said certificate for a tax deed to be Clerk of the Circuit Court, Wakulla County, Florida at 10:00 A.M. issued thereon. The certificate number and year of issuance, the description of the Published July 16, 23, 30 & August 6, 2020.

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1. Ruby 1. Answers www.thewakullanews.com THE WAKULLA NEWS, Thursday, July 30, 2020 – Page 19 WEEKLY ROUNDUP: Recap of week in state government Turn out the lights By ANA CEBALLOS of safety concerns. But as more and spread of the disease. The ARC of the St. least communicate to NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA Jacksonville Sheriff more inmates and But comments he Johns wasn’t the only us what she’s learning Mike Williams this workers test posi- made in April, when provider of services from her resources.” TALLAHASSEE – week expressed con- tive, calls are growing the prison system had for people with de- The DeSantis ad- And just like that, cern about a lack of louder for DeSantis to a total of 73 Covid-19 velopmental and in- ministration said July poof, it was gone. preparedness for the grant early releases cases, suggest he is tellectual disabilities 8 that it was review- Jacksonville’s convention. Mayor to certain prisoners, opposed to consid- in St. Johns County ing options to expand hopes of hosting the Lenny Curry agreed particularly low-level ering the release of that had patients and testing. But the state Republican Nation- with Williams’ com- nonviolent offenders. inmates. staff infected with Co- didn’t notify develop- al Convention next ments, and both Re- Senate Criminal “I don’t see how in vid-19. The St. Au- mental-disability pro- month went up in publicans thanked and Civil Justice Ap- a time of pandemic, gustine Center for Liv- viders of the poten- flames Thursday as Trump for calling off propriations Chair- where people are on ing, an intermediate tial change in testing the number of Cov- the event. man Jeff Brandes, edge already, (that) care facility for people policy until it sent an id-19 cases continues Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-St. Petersburg, releasing felons into with developmental email July 17. to soar in Florida. a close ally of Trump, called on DeSantis society would make a disabilities, had 29 President Donald did not issue a state- and the Florida Cabi- whole lot of sense,” he residents and 11 staff STORY OF THE Trump pulled the plug ment on Trump’s de- net to take steps to said at the time. members test posi- WEEK: In a surprise on the Jacksonville cision. His office de- consider the release of tive, state data show. announcement, Presi- portion of the con- ferred to the Repub- certain inmates. DREADING THE Infections at the dent Donald Trump vention, and in the lican Party of Florida “Let’s look at the in- WAIT facilities are leading scrapped plans to process erased a big for comment. dividuals who are not to increased hospi- hold the Republican pep rally in a must- “He (Trump) put the murderers, rapists, DeSantis’ admin- talizations, which is National Convention win state for him, ex- safety and well-being and pose the least istration announced not surprising as a in Jacksonville next plaining that “it’s just of Floridians first,” threat to society that more than two weeks recent study showed month, citing safety not the right time” to Republican Party of are going to get out ago that it would that people with in- concerns. hold a “big, crowded Florida Chairman within the next six look into expanded tellectual and devel- convention.” Joe Gruters said in a months, let’s do a Covid-19 testing at opmental disabilities QUOTE OF THE “I have to protect statement released by risk assessment on facilities for people living in group homes WEEK: “As the preva- the American people,” the party. “His lead- those individuals to with developmental were more at risk of lence of the virus has Trump told reporters ership will continue determine who are and intellectual dis- Covid-19 than the increased over the at the White House. to energize voters, unlikely to commit abilities, but test kits general public. past many weeks, fear “That’s what I’ve al- and we look forward new crimes,” Brandes aren’t being sent and Some providers and and anxiety have in- ways done. That’s to helping him win said. the numbers of cases family members of creased as well. ...The what I always will Florida on his way “The governor and in the facilities are people with intellectu- choice before us is do. That’s what I’m to a second term as the Cabinet absolute- mounting. al and developmental whether we face our about.” president.” ly have the authority For example, three disabilities say state challenges with deter- But Trump initially to do this,” Brandes group homes run by Agency for Persons mination and resolve moved most of the PRISONERS PLEAD added. “How bad do The ARC of the St. with Disabilities Di- guided by evidence, convention to Jack- FOR HELP things actually have Johns in Northeast rector Barbara Palmer or whether we allow sonville from Char- to get before they are Florida had 22 con- hasn’t done enough to ourselves to become lotte, N.C., after a The number of actually going to act?” firmed cases of Co- advocate for the peo- paralyzed by fear.” – dispute about coro- state inmates and The ballooning vid-19 as of this week, ple her agency serves. Gov. Ron DeSantis navirus social-dis- corrections work- number of cases in according to Kathy “We’re spinning out said Wednesday in tancing requirements. ers who have tested the prison system has Jackson, the organi- here,” Jackson said. a televised address Trump wanted a full positive for Covid-19 led to staffing short- zation’s executive di- “She is the director focused on reopening convention and ex- surpassed 6,000 this ages in at least two rector. Eleven of those of the Agency for Per- schools in August as pressed displeasure week, prompting pris- facilities – Dade Cor- infections involved sons with Disabili- Covid-19 cases con- that North Carolina oners and criminal- rectional Institution staff members, and ties. I would assume tinue to surge. Gov. Roy Cooper, a justice reform advo- and Jefferson Cor- the other 11 involved that she should take a Democrat, was “un- cates to call on De- rectional Institution residents. leadership role and at able to guarantee” Santis to do more to – where workers have social-distancing address the problem. been asked to work measures would be Outbreaks in the 12-hour shifts up to lifted for the event, prison system have six days a week to Seeds and froth was all which was scheduled come as the state has maintain adequate to start Aug. 24. morphed into a global staffing levels. Trump said Thurs- hotspot for the virus, day that Florida of- with 402,312 Cov- So far, DeSantis that was left ficials did not ask id-19 reported cases has not responded By SLIM RANDLES him to cancel the and 5,653 deaths of to the calls to release convention, but he Florida residents as of some prisoners ear- made the decision out Friday morning. ly to help stem the Dud and I had just about i nished solving the problems on page Green tomatoes not just for the frying pan one and were about to start solving sports dilemmas when Bert mumbled something. Now Bert, usually lo- in that? Ol’ Jack was came back....” quacious, was in one hungry. Is that a crime He put his head in of his rare, but deadly, now? And is it my fault? his hands. silent cof ee mornings. I don’t think so.” “How was I supposed Normally he’d i ll the “How is ol’ Jack, any- to know mules liked Mule Barn truck stop way?” We all knew and watermelon? You guys with his pronounce- loved the stove-up old ever feed watermelon ments on life, love, lit- retired mule that Bert to a mule? Me neither. erature and the price took so much pride in. Who knew? By the time Grilled Green Tomato “Sandwiches” with Herbed Cream Cheese of caulil ower, but not “He’s in the doghouse Maizie got back for her today. big time with Mai- next load, ol’ Jack had Perhaps in part due to the popular 1991 i lm “Fried Green Tomatoes,” many people are familiar with the Southern United States side dish of the same name. I took a sip and zie,” Bert said. “Why eaten about two thirds But as proven by the following recipe for “Grilled Green Tomato ‘Sandwiches’ turned to Bert. “You say shouldn’t she shoulder of that watermelon on with Herbed Cream Cheese” from Karen Adler and Judith Fertig’s “h e Gar- something, Bert?” some responsibility for the seat. Man, there dener & h e Grill” (Running Press), green tomatoes can be even more delicious “Seeds and froth,” he the seeds and froth? I were seeds and froth all when grilled than they are when fried. mumbled. mean, you could actu- over the seat, the l oor, “Seeds and froth?” ally give her some of the the door and the mule. Serves 6 utes more, or until the tomatoes have good “It’s not like it was blame for this mess, you And I swear ... I swear grill marks. my fault, you know. know. She’s the one left to you ... he started grin- Herbed Cream Cheese Remove the tomato slices from the grill 1 8-ounce package cream cheese at and allow to cool slightly on the baking What did I do? Hey, the car window down.” ning when he saw her room temperature sheet. Spread Herbed Cream Cheese on sometimes seeds and “Do I have to hurt coming back out of the 1 garlic clove, minced half of the slices, top with a second slice froth just happen to you, Bert?” house.” 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil and set the sandwiches on a platter. Serve people, and there’s no “Huh? Oh, well, see, “And I guess you had 1 tablespoon snipped fresh chives the sandwiches hot, with oozing cream need to jump all over me here’s what happened. to clean it up.” cheese i lling. about it.” Maizie did the shop- He nodded. “Dang Tomatoes Variation: Grill all of the tomato slices as 4 large green tomatoes (about 11⁄2 above and top each grilled tomato with Dud and I nodded ping and drove in the mule has the table man- pounds), sliced 3⁄4-inch thick (to make 12 a dollop of the cream cheese and serve as if we understood. We yard, and you know how ners of a two-year-old. slices) open-faced. assumed more would be ol’ Jack likes to be loose When you mix seeds Olive oil, for brushing coming. It was. and wander around the and froth with mule 2 teaspoons Seasoning Salt (see Seasoning Salt “I mean, is it a crime yard, right? So she took slobber? Well ... don’t below) or kosher salt Makes 11⁄4 cups to own a mule? No. So some groceries in the do it.” Ground black pepper 1 cup sea salt I own a mule. So seeds house, but not all of Prepare a medium-hot i re in your grill. 2 tablespoons paprika and froth come along them, and Jack found Brought to you by Place a well-oiled perforated grill rack over 1 teaspoon parsley l akes and the mule owner gets the passenger window Home Country (the direct heat. 1 teaspoon dried chives it? Where’s the justice open and when she book) at lpdpress.com. In a bowl, blend the cream cheese, garlic, 1 teaspoon black pepper basil, and chives together until smooth. Set 1⁄2 teaspoon dried marjoram leaves Keep up with h e News! aside. 1⁄2 teaspoon celery seed Brush the tomato slices with olive oil on 1⁄2 teaspoon curry powder both sides and season with seasoning salt 1⁄2 teaspoon garlic powder and pepper. Place the slices on a baking 1⁄4 teaspoon red pepper sheet and bring out to the grill with the bowl of Herbed Cream Cheese and a Combine all of the ingredients in a glass knife for spreading. jar and cover with a tight-i tting lid. Shake Grill all of the tomatoes on one side for to blend. h is keeps for several months in about 3 minutes with the lid open, then the pantry. l ip and grill on the other side for 3 min- Miss a week, miss a lot. Page 20 – THE WAKULLA NEWS, Thursday, July 30, 2020 www.thewakullanews.com Dogwoods are are being killed by fungal disease Natural Wakulla

By Les Harrison

As summer of 2020 change the appearance progresses into its hot- of native areas. Healthy test months, the local trees of both species were growth of trees, and once a common sight in warm season plants and the Big Bend region, but weeds is accelerating now are a rarity. rapidly. Fortunately, the Dogwoods are sus- rain has been sufficient, ceptible to anthracnose, its distribution wide, and a fungal disease which the timing good (at least affects a variety of plants. so far) to support the Cool, wet spring weather development. promotes the spread and Leaves, fronds, and establishment of this needles are producing pathogen. green tones and shades Early symptoms are which form the backdrop small and abnormal- for Wakulla County’s ly pale green leaves in summer. The thick sea- the spring. In the au- sonal foliage obscures tumn, leaves on affected PHOTO BY LES HARRISON or compliments a wide branches will turn red Local dogwood trees are dying off in large numbers. The fungal disease caused by anthracnose variety of structures and before other leaves. is commonly the cause and has no effective treatment. objects which will be Initially, the signs of far more obvious during infection are localized, the reduced inventory of but they will be sys- One little non-native Ambrosia Beetle attack tle boring are inoculated packing materials, such greenery in the winter. temic after a season or insect in the Xyleborini healthy trees. Of addi- with the fungal spores. as wooden crates and Unfortunately, there two. Drought and other tribe of beetles is destroy- tional importance, the The adult female Red- pallets. are two native trees in stresses can add to the ing bay trees and other fungus which causes bay Ambrosia Beetle has Several species of bay rapid decline and facing vulnerability of dogwood species at a shocking laurel wilt accompanies a special pouch in its trees, sassafras and avo- possible extinction in trees. rate. While native ambro- this beetle and typically mouth which transports cado trees area all poten- North Florida. In both Some named dogwood sia beetles are known for causes tree death. the fungal spores re- tial host for this imported cases, the cause for their cultivars have shown attacking various woody Most ambrosia beetles sponsible for laurel wilt pest. At present there are elimination from the veg- resistance potential, but plants, their damage is have a symbiotic rela- disease (Raffaelea lauri- no registered fungicides etative population are environmental condi- limited to limb and stem tionship with a fungus cola). When these beetles for avocado that will con- impossible to control. tions are major contrib- dieback with occasional which the beetles carry bore into the wood, form- trol laurel wilt. Flowering dogwood uting factor. Prevention plant death in extreme the spores on their bod- ing galleries, the spores The best control mea- trees (Cornus florida) recommendations in- cases. ies. When the beetles transported in its mouth sures are to not bring and redbay trees (Persea clude planting the tree in Unfortunately, some bore into the sapwood of and on its body infect in wooden pallets and borbonia) are dying at locations where it will dry exotic ambrosia beetles, the host tree, the galler- the tree. other similar products an alarming rate and will off as quickly as possible. such as the Redbay ies formed from the bee- As this pathogen ger- which may carry the tiny minates, it colonizes the beetles, their larvae and ƒ—ŽŽƒ‘—–›ƒš‘ŽŽ‡ –‘”•ˆϐ‹ ‡ sapwood of the host plant the fungus. Firewood $20 - $30 ƒ††‹–‹‘ƒŽ by using the tree’s circu- from distant sources is SPECIALTY TAGS –‘ ‘•–‘ˆ–ƒ‰Ǥ latory system to spread another potential carrier the disease. 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