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ECB Publishing, Inc. Photo By Debbie Snapp, May 18, 2019 Honor Flight veteran Allen Below was welcomed back home from his daylong trip to Washington, DC. He is pictured here with his wife Vickie.

Debbie Snapp in Washington, DC. ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County resident Allen Below was one of the veterans A “Welcome Home” welcomed home by his wife reception was held for the Vickie and other county returning veterans of this year’s residents, including the Robert Honor Flight on Saturday Roddy family, American Legion evening, May 18, at the Post 49 Commander Ken Tallahassee Airport. Faircloth, Ray Holland and other The Flight-line Hangar was friends and family. ECB Publishing, Inc. Photo By Debbie Snapp, May 18, 2019 filled to capacity and When he arrived home from Jefferson County resident Allen Below was one of the Honor Flight veterans wel- overflowing into the parking his daylong trip to Washington, comed home by his wife Vickie and other county residents. Pictured, from left to right, area with well-wishers showing DC and plane flight, he teared are: American Legion member Ray Holland, Post 49 Commander Ken Faircloth, and Allen support to the 68 returning up with joy. “I wish we and Vickie Below. See HONOR FLIGHT page 3 heroes after their very long day Danny Monroe Cherry Street set for upgrade passes away

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Daniel “Danny” Monroe III, a lifetime Jefferson County resident who served in public service for many years, passed away on Wednesday, May 22, at the age of 88. A fifth generation Floridian and Jefferson County native, Monroe served 27 years on the Jefferson County Planning Commission and eight years on the Jefferson County Commission. As a planner, Monroe was part of the group that formulated the county's original comprehensive plan, a document that guides local zoning and land- use decisions and that gained state recognition for its thoroughness and the high standards that it set. ECB Publishing, Inc. Photo By Lazaro Aleman, May 23, 2019 As a planner, Monroe was also involved in the formulation of the county's development code and Lazaro Aleman upgraded a couple of years ago. served during the contentious years of the Texaco- ECB Publishing, Inc. See MONROE page 3 City Manager Steve Wingate and Josh Baxley, of Dewberry Engineering, Inc., briefed the council City officials have set their sights on improving on the proposal on Tuesday evening, May 7. the section of Cherry Street between Dogwood and The two explained that the improvements, Monticello News Pearl streets. which would be done on the east side of the street, The idea, as discussed at a recent Monticello would entail making the sidewalk ADA compliant closed for City Council meeting, is to make the area mirror and adding brick pavers, potted trees, benches, See CHERRY STREET page 3 Memorial Day the north side of Dogwood Street, which itself was In honor of those who served our great country and gave their lives for the and its Monticello News State money sought citizens during times of war, will for A-Building and high school gym be closing our office on Monday, May 27. Because of this, the submission deadline for our Lazaro Aleman expressed support for applications indicated that the county's match paper has been moved up to Friday, May 24, no ECB Publishing, Inc. seeking grant funding to continue would be $250,000, which money later than 10 a.m. the restoration of the Monticello he said would come from the fine Our news office will also remain open past our Jefferson County officials High School A-Building and for and forfeiture fund. This fund usual closing time on Friday in order to recently approved separate the renovation of the old high gets its money as a percentage of accommodate the updated deadline. resolutions in support of requests school gym on Water Street. The every traffic citation written As always, news staff can be reached at our for state funding for latter is a project of the recently within the county. office located directly off the Monticello improvements to two historic formed Police Athletic League The fine and forfeiture fund Courthouse Circle, or by calling our office at (850) buildings of interest to various (PAL). currently holds about $140,000, 997-3568. members of the community. Reams didn't disclose the which is far short of the $250,000 Monticello News wishes a wonderful Memorial The resolutions, which Clerk amounts of the two grants being needed. The reason for See MONEY page 3 Day weekend to our readers! of Court Kirk Reams prepared, sought. But for the A-Building, he

INSIDE Did you VIEWPOINTS...... 2 TV WEEKLY...... 10 OBITUARIES...... 4 FOOD, FUN AND ENTERTAINMENT...... 11 know? Weather COMMUNITY NEWS...... 4-6 NATIONAL BOATING SAFETY WEEK...... 12 The Earth experiences for this CRIME...... 7 FARM & OUTDOORS...... 13 over 50,000 ON THE MAP...... 8 MEMORIAL DAY...... 14-15 weekend earthquakes a year HISTORY...... 9 CLASSIFIEDS & LEGALS...... 16 2 • JEFFERSON COUNTY JOURNAL • FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2019

Viewpoints & Opinions Reporter's Corner: Just outside your comfort zone

When was the last time you tried something new? giving yourself new experiences that could help some extra time to really enjoy the drive, rather than Not just a new dish at your favorite restaurant or stretch the spaces of your brain and body's “comfort sliding into the office parking lot like a NASCAR a new radio station on the drive to work, but zone.” driver...) or watch a new TV show this evening and something completely new. You may also get to know yourself better. discover new stories. Throughout life, most How often have you used the excuse of, “I'm just You can even turn your usual experiences into people end up in ruts – I know not athletic,” or “I don't like [insert type of food],” or new ones. I have. “I'm not an art enthusiast” in order to not go and try Instead of hitting the gym, trying a yoga class; I take the same route to and out that new ethnic restaurant, get involved with a instead of going to the grocery store, visit a local from the office every day, I community sports team or visit that new art gallery farmer's market for your dinner's salad greens; instead choose from the same handful show? of going alone to your usual studying location, Ashley Hunter of restaurant options for lunch By trying something new and venturing outside organize a group study session and bring friends or (or pack the same three planned the box of your normal routine and behavior, you classmates together. Columnist can do lunches), I listen to the same might find that you appreciate art, you enjoy All in all, the possibilities are endless and the playlist or radio station; I follow the same routine sports (even if it's just as the score-keeper), or you benefits expounding. like while getting ready for work and again as soon as I'm actually Indian lamb jalfrezi cooked with fresh In order to keep track of the new things to do this home. cilantro. summer, some people create a “Summer Bucketlist,” However, psychologists have noted that people With summertime quickly approaching, there are which is a good way to keep track of things they'd like who engage in a variety of experiences, new and old, plenty of opportunities for breaking your daily to do, accomplish or discover before the end of the are more likely to retain positive emotions and schedule or weekend mold and finding a new and summer months and I encourage those who are serious minimize negative ones, more so than people who inspiring way to spend your daylight hours. about trying new experiences to do the same! have fewer and less varied experiences. Hit the lake for some water skiing or the beach for Pull out a piece of paper, and start writing your It has also been discovered that when people try a snorkeling session. Try an airboat ride on a local summer experience goals. Want to create your own new things, their brains become just a tad bit sharper river or even just set the sprinkler up in the backyard book club? Write it down (and advertise your club and more in-tune to mental creativity and processing and play with the grandchildren. with your hometown newspaper)! Want to try out that breakthroughs. Hike in a new set of trails, go birdwatching in the blacksmithing class? Write it down! Want to attend For children, most experiences are new ecological park or stay up a few minutes later than that weekend festival? Write it down! Want to experiences; the trip to a lake (which may be same- usual and count the fireflies. skydive? Kudos to you, write it down! old for adults), is exciting and new for children, or the Not all experiences have to be for those who are Trying new things requires a bit of courage, a bit visit to a new park or a new museum are all new adventurous and outdoorsy (I'm definitely not), but of growth, a bit of thinking creatively and a bit of experiences that help children learn and develop new new adventures can be found in joining a new book vulnerability, but it will give you a sense of interests. club or crafting circle, visiting a new coffee shop or accomplishment, an exciting feeling of confidence, The same goes for adults. bar, or going and listening to a live band who you've and a whole bunch of new stories to tell. Through undertaking new adventures (even if it's never heard play before. The experiences that reside just outside your just a different coffee shop than your normal), you are Take a new route to work (and maybe plan for comfort zone are waiting for you – go get them! Deb’s Notes Drop a note to: [email protected] USDA Commodities Food located at 7671 West Lake Rd. Church pastor is mothers. The designed and Program, Second Harvest Retired Presiding Elder Ralph Wilson. funded the project as part of a strategic initiative to Food Bank Elizabeth African Methodist Episcopal , New Bethel AME, provide lactation room access across campus. The Church will hold its annual Shoe Rally Mt. Pleasant AME, Elizabeth and free exhibit opened in July 2017, showcasing a MB, Hickory Hill MB and program beginning at 10 a.m. on May 26, with diverse range of educational science-based Philadelphia MB will provide Sunday School followed by Morning Worship activities for children and their caregivers. For www.floridamuseum. food to those needing assistance Service at 11 a.m. Church Pastor Stefon McBride. more information, visit New Bethel AME Church Arneter Hill ufl.edu/exhibits/discovery-zone. Debbie Snapp monthly at 8 a.m. on the fourth Columnist WMS will hold its Evening In White Worship Saturday, May 25 with Service distribution at the New Bethel AME Church, 6496 at 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 26. Speaker will Ashville Hwy. Volunteers are also needed on be Sis. Nicky Houston from the Bethelonia AME Friday evening before at 6 p.m. to help bag the Church, in Tallahassee. Rev. Jimmie F. Dickey, food packages. Contact Nellie Randell at (850) pastor. The Keystone Federated Republican 997-5605 or Jackie Harvey at (850) 997-8410 to Women (KFRW) will hold their monthly volunteer or for more information about this meeting program. Rev. Jimmie F. Dickey, New Bethel on Monday (Memorial Day), May 27, at 7 church pastor. p.m. at the Monticello Jefferson County Chamber Mt. Pleasant AME Church will host Third of Commerce. The guest speaker will be Artie Quarterly Conference at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Pobjecky, Immigration Attorney from Winter May 25 conducted by Presiding Elder Lee Haven, Fla. Her presentation topic will be Plummer. Church pastor is Eric D. Grayer. Immigration Law: Separating the Facts from Philadelphia Missionary Baptist Church Fiction. Come at 6:30 p.m., prior to the meeting, to will observe its annual Family & Friends Day learn about KFRW and how you can join! A with a celebration at 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 26. members meeting will follow the speaker. For Bishop Ersell Reed and the Greenville Sanctuary more information, contact Lynn Stafford at [email protected] of Praise Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ in or (850) 491-8755 or Karen Knox KFRWFL.org charge of the service and program. Church Pastor at (850) 251-0158. Visit to find what Ernest Bruton invites all to come worship and the women in red are doing. Mothers visiting the Florida Museum of fellowship. For more information contact Sis. Natural History can now nurse their children in Barbara Bruton at (850) 464-9901 or Dea. Charles a new lactation room located in the “Beverly Gilley at (850) 997-0609. Ford Chapel AME Church will hold its and Jon Thompson Discovery Zone” exhibit. annual Homecoming Program at 2:30 p.m. on The room has a comfortable chair, sink and baby Sunday, May 26 with guest speaker Elder changing station and is located at the back of the La'Norris D. McFadden, pastor of Shady Grove #1 “Discovery Zone” exhibit near the family Primitive Baptist Church in Tallahassee. For more restroom. Darcie MacMahon, Florida Museum information contact Sis. Samantha F. Darity at director of exhibits and public programs, says the (850) 491-7174 or Sis. Jessie K. Jeff at (850) 661- decision to build the lactation room came from the 3836. All are invited to attend. The church is museum’s desire to fulfill this need for nursing

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WASHINGTON STREET • MONTICELLO, FL 32345 • PHONE: 850-997-3568 • FAX: 850-997-3774 • ECBPUBLISHING.COM JEFFERSON COUNTY JOURNAL • FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2019 • 3 From Page One HONOR FLIGHT Honor Flight is part of the Honor Flight This free trip includes escorted visits to the from page 1 Network, a national non-profit organization National WWII Memorial, Korean War Veterans had this kind of reception when I came home from created solely to honor America's veterans for all Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, United Vietnam,” he said. their sacrifices. These local heroes are transported States Marine Corps War Memorial and the The “welcome home” event was inspiring, on a day-long trip to Washington, DC to visit and Arlington National Cemetery. reflect at their memorials. Priority is given to For more information about Honor Flight call heart-warming and filled with excitement as The honorflighttallahassee.org Tallahassee Swing Band entertained with old and World War II and Korean war veterans, as time is (888) 881-1566 or . new tunes. Everybody was wearing red, white and running out to express thanks to these brave men Be a part of this amazing tribute next year. It is blue patriotic clothing or waving an American flag. and women. an event you will always remember. MONROE It was likewise on the county during legislative sessions. He also Cattleman's Association and the local from page 1 commission, where he served two served for many years on the Florida chapter of the Florida Farm Bureau. terms as the District 5 representative. Highway Patrol Auxiliary, donating a “He always maintained a 'can-do' Colonial Pipeline controversy, when Service-oriented, soft spoken and reported 20,000 hours to the attitude and a willingness to help the two oil companies were trying to unassuming, considered a team organization and achieving the rank others,” states his obituary. “Always place a tank farm in Lloyd. Although player and consensus builder by his of lieutenant. a gentleman, he will be remembered volunteers, the planners were colleagues, Monroe went about his In his nonofficial life, Monroe for his kindness and sense of regularly at the forefront of duties quietly and effectively, absent was a farmer and cattleman who kept humor.” important zoning and land-use fanfare. a small brood cattle herd in A visitation service for Monroe issues, and they often bore the brunt As a member also of the Waukeenah and resided in the in the will be held at the Waukeenah of residents' ire and frustrations. Jefferson Legislative Committee, house where he was born and that his Methodist Church on Friday, May Monroe always comported Monroe was involved in this group's grandfather constructed. In his day, 24, from 5 to 7 p.m., with a himself as a gentleman and never efforts to lobby lawmakers on behalf he was considered an innovative celebration of life gathering to lost his temper, no matter how heated of the county's priority projects and farmer and early served in leadership follow at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 25. or contentious the debates. frequently made visits to the capitol roles in both the Jefferson County (See page four for the full obituary). CHERRY STREET side's upgrade. Councilman George The plan, apparently, is to relocate resurfacing project, which it will from page 1 Evans, however, argued instead for the restaurant to the new location followed with an expected award of the upgrade of Cherry Street, in once the construction is completed. $150,000 to $200,000 for the actual bicycle racks, lighting and an recognition of both the poor condition City officials are also in the resurfacing. The money for the irrigation system. of the street and the renovation process of getting state funding to resurfacing is to come from a grant The improvements, they said, efforts of the Rancho Grande resurface Pearl Street from Mulberry from the Small Cities Outreach would not include the widening of the Mexican Restaurant on the corner of Street on the west to Railroad Street Program (SCOP). sidewalk, as the sidewalk was already Cherry and Pearl streets. on the east to further improve th area. “I would say that the resurfacing wide enough. The restaurant is not only a The Florida Department of will probably happen toward the end City officials have long talked thriving business, but it has been in Transportation (FDOT) earlier this of this year or very early next year,” about redoing the south side of the process of refurbishing a building year approved the funding for the Wingate told the council several Dogwood Street to reflect the north across the street for about three years. engineering and design phase of the months ago.

MONEY “We'll be able to build up the Collins and others to bring the youth certified not long ago, a cooperative from page 1 fund,” Reams said. “In good years facility to fruition. effort of Collins, the Monticello we bring in about $120,000. In the PAL has reportedly gotten the Police Department and the Jefferson the reduced amount is that county not so good years, it's about nod from the Jefferson County County Sheriff's Office. Among the officials not long ago expended $100,000.” School Board for the use of the gym, aims of PAL chapters are to coach $161,000 of the fund to pay for In terms of the resolution which the organization hopes to young people in sports, strengthen architectural and other drawings for supporting the funding request for the renovate and equip with the grant police-community relations and keep the A-Building in a final push to try renovation of the high school gym, money. youths off illegal drugs. and bring the 20-plus year renovation Reams said the idea was to create a Reams said PAL had yet to Studies have shown that youths project to a conclusion. sports-oriented facility for youths, to determine how much the organization who engage and interact with law- Notwithstanding the fund's fill the void left in the community would request. He said that because enforcement officers on the ball field, reduced amount, Reams assured the after the demise of the Boys and of the group's nonprofit status, its gym or classroom are more likely to commission that by the time the grant Girls Club several years ago. required match would be only 10 respect the laws that police officers was awarded, if it was awarded, and “We're in the process of percent. He further noted that the enforce. Such respect, the studies the work actually started in 2020, the obtaining the gym from the School PAL grant would be competing find, benefit not only the youths, but fund should have accumulated the Board,” said Reams, who has been against A-Building grant. also police departments, necessary money. working with PAL, Attorney Charles The PAL chapter here was neighborhoods and businesses. Survivor recalls Florida serial killer as he's set to die

By Brendan Farrington to leave for Long's worse, including a day he choked her and knocked her Associated Press execution. unconscious. She said she knew Long admitted after his arrest to being "The TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Lisa Noland was from her past abuse that Classified Ad Rapist," the moniker investigators gave 17 when she said she wrote a suicide note, planning to if she fought, it would while trying to solve dozens of rapes. Long would go end her life after years of being raped by her further enrage her through classified ads and make appointments to see grandmother's boyfriend. A day later, she found herself attacker. items for sale. If a woman answered the door and was fighting for her life while being raped by a man who is "I had to study this alone, he'd rape her. The Associated Press now set to be executed in Florida after a killing spree guy. I had to learn who In an interview with on that left 10 women dead over an eight-month rampage he was, what made him Wednesday, Noland described her attack in in 1984. tick. If I did the wrong excruciating detail; the church where Long abducted The man set to die at Florida State Prison on move, could it end my her, the gun he pressed against her head, and the bright Thursday is Bobby Joe Long. Noland was the victim he Bobby Joe Long life? So literally, the light she could see on the car's dashboard beneath the let go, someone who knew the mind of a rapist and night before I wrote a edge of her blindfold. It said Magnum, as in Dodge played it while gathering — and leaving — evidence suicide note out, and now I was in a position where I Magnum. that would lead to his capture. Her abduction and rape had to save my life." She was menstruating and she made sure she left strangely saved her own life. Investigators were horrified and baffled by the trail blood evidence on the backseat of his car. She could tell "At the time he put the gun to my head, it was of bodies Long left in the Tampa Bay area. the direction they were driving and when they were on nothing new to me," she said while packing a suitcase Artiss Ann Wick was the first woman killed, in Interstate 275 north of Tampa. When she was brought March 1984. to the killer's apartment, she counted the steps up to the Nine more victims followed. second floor. When he let her use the bathroom, she Senator's staff Most were strangled. Some had their throats slit. made sure she left fingerprints everywhere. And others were bludgeoned. Law enforcement had And she knew she couldn't make him angry. She to hold office few clues until Noland was set free and told her story. appealed to a glimmer of kindness he showed while he Long later confessed to the crimes, receiving 28 life washed her hair after raping her repeatedly. She asked sentences and one death sentence for the murder of 22- what made him do what he did. He said he had suffered hours here year-old Michelle Simms. a bad breakup and hated women. She told him he Noland plans to sit in the front row in the room seemed nice and that maybe she could be his girlfriend. where witnesses will watch Long die. Long will get to She wouldn't tell anyone. Staff from State Senator Bill Monford's say his final words, and she will hear them. She won't Long later got Noland dressed. He let her loose and office will hold mobile hours in Jefferson be able to say anything back. told her not to take the blindfold off for five minutes. County next week. But if she could, it would be this: "I would say She got out of the car and tripped on the curb. Long The availability of the staff, which is 'Thank you for choosing me and not another 17-year- caught her before she fell. Terrified, she waited for expected to become periodic occurrence, is old girl.'" what seemed like an eternity and pulled off the intended to gather input from constituents "Another 17-year-old girl probably wouldn't have blindfold. She was in front of a tree in another about their concerns or issues of importance to been able to handle it the way that I have. I truly churchyard. them. believe that all the abuse I'd been through in my life To this day, she claims that tree as hers, and The meeting will be held 1-4 p.m. helped me get out of that situation," Noland said. included it in the design of a T-shirt she made to mark Long moved from West Virginia to the Miami area Long's execution. Thursday, May 30, in the courthouse annex, as a child and was raised by his mother, a cocktail And she's joined the ranks of the law enforcement 435 West Walnut Street. waitress. After high school, he married his childhood officers who captured Long. She's a deputy with the For more information, call the Senator's sweetheart. But the relationship became violent. Cindy Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, the same capital district office at (850) 487-5003. Brown recalls fearing for her life as the attacks grew department she helped lead to Long's arrest. 4 • JEFFERSON COUNTY JOURNAL • FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2019

LisaObituaries Gaye Rutherford Riley Lisa Gaye Rutherford Riley passed to She was preceded in death by her father Samuel H. “Buck” Rutherford, heaven peacefully in her sleep on Friday, Lakeland, Fla.; her mother Gay N. Hammac Braswell, Madison, Fla; her brother May 17, 2019. Terrell D. Rutherford, Lamont, Fla.; and her husband Leo Riley. Lisa was born on June 2, 1958 in She is survived by her siblings, Shirley Quinn, Crawfordville, Fla.; Samuel Lakeland, Fla. She grew up in Lamont, (Jackie) Rutherford, Monticello, Fla.; Lucinda Rosebush, Tallahassee, Fla.; and Fla., loved life and lived in many places. Mary Donna Pippin, Madison, Fla. She is also survived by 12 nieces/nephews and She worked for many years as a 18 grand-nieces/nephews. veterinarian tech because of her love of Lisa’s suffering is over and she is reunited with her parents, brother, lost friends animals. Lisa was living in Tallahassee and beloved husband. Her life will be celebrated by everyone who was lucky when she suffered a major stroke in 2010 enough to know her and she will forever be in our hearts. Lifesong Funerals & lifesongfunerals.com that resulted in left side paralysis. She never lost her vivacious and witty spirit and Cremations ( or (850) 627-1111) is assisting the family with continued to be a celebrity every where she went. arrangements. Daniel “Danny” Lloyd Monroe III

Daniel “Danny” Suzanne (Tony) of Tallahassee. His 11 grandchildren His wife Betty surprised him with twin sons in Lloyd Monroe III are Hannah (Patrick), Lydia (Ben), Daniel (Sarah), 1958, while Danny was away rounding up Taylor (88), of Waukeenah, Amanda, Asa, James, Blake (Emily), Stanton, Amelia County “woods cows.” A lifelong farmer/rancher, he Florida, died Grace, Ava and Liam. He is also great-grandfather to had one of Florida’s first Charolais bulls and still peacefully in the Benjamin and Hazel with two more great-grands maintained a small cow herd descended from heifers house where he was arriving in September. A life-long resident of purchased in 1966. He was a leader in the Jefferson born, on Wednesday Waukeenah, he often joked that “he never made it very County Cattlemen’s Association and local Florida Farm May 22, 2019, far” as he was born in his grandfather’s house and was Bureau. As an innovative farmer, he had one of the following a brave still there 88 years later. area’s first soybean crops, and built his own battle with cancer. A Danny was recently honored as a life-long member watermelon equipment. He and his brother, Frank, fifth-generation of the Waukeenah Methodist Church, where he served planted the area’s first watermelon transplants on Floridian, he was the as the volunteer sexton for over 50 years. He plastic-covered beds. son of the late Daniel accompanied his wife who was a delegate to the World Danny maintained a ‘can-do’ attitude and a Lloyd Monroe, Jr. and the late Elva Raffield Monroe of Methodist Conference in Brighton, England. On willingness to help others. Always the gentleman, he Waukeenah. He was preceded in death by his loving another excursion, he traveled to France, Belgium, and will be remembered for his kindness and sense of wife Betty Spratt Monroe, his baby sister Martha, his then to Baumholder, Germany where he was stationed humor. The family deeply appreciates your prayers, brother Frank and two brothers-in-law William Hughes, with the U.S. Army long ago. He volunteered 27 years love, and support. Memorial contributions can be made Jr. and Jimmy Yaun. He is survived by two sisters, of faithful service on the Jefferson County Planning to Porch de Salomon (porchdesalomon.org) or Barbara Hughes and Gloria Yaun of Monticello. Now Commission. He served two terms as a Jefferson Waukeenah United Methodist Church. Services at cherishing his memories are his children Lloyd County Commissioner. Danny donated over 20,000 Waukeenah UMC: Visitation--Friday, May 24,, 5-7 p.m. (Melanie) of Panajachel, Guatemala, Stephen (Krissy), hours to the Florida Highway Patrol Auxiliary, rising to and Celebration of Life -- Saturday, May 25, 10 a.m. Stan (Suzette), Laura (Jesse), all of Waukeenah, and the rank of captain. (Independent Funeral Home, Quincy). Honoring a Military Family of Patriotic Veterans Fred and Gladys Hornsby Cooksey of Waukeenah Fla. had five children, all boys. After each one of the boys graduated from Jefferson County High School they entered into a branch of the military. Robert F. was the oldest, 1930-1998. He enlisted into the Army. Franklin J. was next, 1932- 1977. He enlisted into the Air Force. Then there was Paul A., born in 1933. He enlisted into the Robert Cooksey Franklin Cooksey Marines and continues to live in Lamont. James A., 1935-2017, made a career in the military, serving in the Air Force. Jessie “Gene” was born in 1938. He entered the military on August 5, 1959 and returned home on August 5, 1963. He was in the Navy and did a lot of traveling during his service years. These five brothers were born, raised and educated in Jefferson County and were all very proud to serve their country “the land of the Paul Cooksey James Cooksey Gene Cooksey free and home of the brave.” JEFFERSON COUNTY JOURNAL • FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2019 • 5

Julianne Shoup Dinkel Jefferson County Extension Family & Consumer Science Extension Agent (850) 342-0187 • [email protected] UnveilingCommunity News the Join the “Let’s Walk FL” Challenge! “new” Teen Center

May 30 reception to discuss upcoming programs and teen memberships

Are you ready to look and feel your best this summer? Join the “Let’s Walk FL” challenge to keep you active and motivated! “Let's Walk FL” is a 12 week healthy lifestyle challenge designed to promote physical wellness among Floridians where community members team up to start a lifelong walking habit. Walking provides physical exercise, stress relief, fresh air, and also comradery. Walking has many benefits, including reducing the risks of heart disease and some cancers, improving blood pressure, blood sugar levels and mood, to name a few. Even though the name is “Let's Walk FL,” any physical activity counts for the challenge. Participants may choose from three tracks ECB Publishing, Inc. Photo By Ashley Hunter, May 14, 2019 according to their goals and exercise background. The three tracks are health, fitness, or performance. The Jefferson County Teen Center has been given a face lift and will be opening back up for The only face to face meetings are the Kick Off community events, summer programs and youth activities. In order to help the community learn more Event and End of Program Celebration. Prizes will be about the center, the Teen Council will be hosting a reception that will spotlight the uses and programs awarded to the top teams and individuals at the end put on by the center. of the program! programs and events that will be taking place this Ashley Hunter Teams of five or solo walkers are welcome! year at the Teen Center. ECB Publishing, Inc. Participants track their minutes of activity (any In addition, the council will be providing moderate physical activity counts, not just walking!) Looking for a way for your kids to stay busy information about program enrollment and Teen each week and report it to the Extension Office. and have a safe place to spend time with their Center memberships. Participants can track their minutes using a paper log friends and participate in fun activities? Registrations will be open for teens to join the or using a phone app. For minutes to count, the The Jefferson County Teen Council will be center and become members for only $5 per year. physical activity needs to be at a moderate level and hosting a reception on Thursday, May 30 at the Membership privileges will be laid out during last at least 10 minutes. newly refurbished and renovated Jefferson County the reception/celebration on May 30. Activities might include brisk walking, jogging, swimming, exercise tapes, biking, gardening, Teen Center. The reception will be held from 4 to 6 p.m., and dancing, playing a sport, strength training, or any The Teen Center, which is located at 555 Tiger refreshments will be served. moderate physical activity. A good way to tell if you Ln. (just inside the sports complex gate, on the left), For more information about the reception as are at a moderate level would be if you can talk, but is inviting parents to attend the celebration and well as the Teen Center itself, contact Gladys not sing. reception and hear about the many upcoming Roann-Watson at (850) 997-5209. Each week of the program will feature a new wellness tip or technique, such as what to eat pre- and post-workout, common exercise myths and choosing the right walking shoe. Participants will receive the wellness tips in a weekly newsletter along with an update on who is in the lead in each track. Participants will also have access to a private Facebook group where they can share progress. Attention Teams! Before you register, make sure to recruit four friends, family members (children and teens are welcome to participate) or coworkers to be on a team with you. Choose one team member to be a team captain and think about a team name. Make sure you let all your team members know how to register. Registration Fee is $10 per person. “Let’s Walk FL” is a non profit event. Fees go towards prizes for top teams and solo walkers. The first 50 participants to register will receive free water bottles and pedometers! Registration forms are available to pick up from the office, available online at our website sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/jefferson for download, or we can mail or e-mail the forms to you by request. You can send paperwork to the office and pay with cash or check. Or you can register and pay with a card online through Eventbrite at eventbrite.com/e/lets-walk- florida-tickets-62226835139. If you register through Eventbrite, you will receive an e-mail with a registration form to complete additional information and return the form to the Extension Office by email to [email protected] or in person at 2729 W. Washington Hwy. Participants can choose to purchase a t-shirt for $10. Size and color preferences will be recorded on the registration form you receive after initial Eventbrite registration.

Key Dates: Registration Deadline: June 24th Kick Off Event: June 27, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Jefferson County Recreation Park Start tracking your minutes on June 30 The last day of tracking minutes will be Sept. 21 All minutes must be recorded by Sept. 25 The Celebrate Success Event will be Oct. 10

For any questions, please call Julianne Dinkel at (850) 342-0187 or email her at [email protected]. 6 • JEFFERSON COUNTY JOURNAL • FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2019

Hose TestingCommunity Day for local News fire departments

event is held annually, this year with Debbie Snapp ECB Publishing, Inc. Chaires volunteers and its Fire Chief Joe Parks because of additional hoses The Monticello Volunteer Fire needing to be tested and the shared Department (MVFD) and Chaires labor pool. Volunteer Fire Department personnel Assistant Fire Chief Mike Long came together on a recent Saturday to says the public should be made aware test their fire hoses for water leaks. of the different things they do besides They gathered at the Jefferson fighting fires and holding yard sales. County Kennel Club parking lot to For more information about this string out up to 300 feet of hoses. The event or if you are interested in hoses are tested with under 300 volunteering, contact MVFD Chief pounds of pressure for five minutes Lester Lawrence at (850) 443-4412. for leaks and separation. The fire During the testing day, the hoses are replaced if they fail the MVFD gave the Chaires department testing. sixteen 50 foot rolls of used hose The daylong multi-department received from another fire department.

Photo Courtesy of Social Director MVFD Faye Pritchett, April 2019 Monticello Volunteer Fire Department Chief Lester Lawrence is checking for leaks in fire hoses during the annual daylong multi-department event.

Photo Courtesy of Social Director MVFD Faye Pritchett, April 2019 Fire department volunteers from the Monticello and Chaires Volunteer Fire Departments check water hoses for leaks and separation during the annual daylong multi-department event.

Photo Courtesy of Social Director MVFD Faye Pritchett, April 2019 Water hoses from the Monticello and Chaires Volunteer Fire Departments are tested once a year for leaks and strength. Several hoses were stretched out at the JCKC parking lot on a recent Saturday.

Photo courtesy of floridamemory.com Partridge Hotel - Monticello, Florida, 1910 JEFFERSON COUNTY JOURNAL • FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2019 • 7

Crime Beat:Local felony Crime arrestNews report

Ashley Hunter gas station on South Jefferson Highway, where they damage. ECB Publishing, Inc. encountered Williams, who was, at that time, After being mirandized, Lofton stated that she and attempting to steal $53.59 worth of vehicle fuel. the driver of the gray vehicle had planned to go to a Jodi Atkins – April 22 Williams had allegedly informed the store clerk fast-food restaurant and get something to eat, but once Jodi L. Atkins, 26, of that he would return to the store in order to pay for the on Chase Drive, she had observed a white vehicle in Monticello, was arrested by fuel. The clerk had called the JCSO with the concern front of her vehicle and slammed on brakes, but still Jefferson County Sheriff's that, if Williams left, the fuel would be stolen. managed to hit the vehicle. Deputy McCoy on Monday, The report states that Williams did, ultimately, pay The report provided by the MPD states that April 22 after violating the terms for the fuel before leaving. Lofton's report “matched the statements provided by of her probation. Months later, on March 15, 2019, the suspect the victims, however left out details that took place.” According to the Florida (Williams) was mentioned in a Madison County report While Lofton was being placed under arrest, an Department of Corrections which stated that Williams had pumped $417.28 in unidentified male exited the residence and claimed the warrant that called for Atkins' diesel and departed the store without paying for the crime as his own, saying that he was the driver of the Jodi L. Atkins arrest, Jodi Atkins had been fuel. black SUV at the time of the crash. sentenced in March of 2019 for The JCSO report for William's arrest states that at The male was detained and provided his name to two counts of burglary to an unoccupied dwelling and that time, both Escambia County had issued a valid law enforcement – he claimed that he had been driving two counts of grand theft of $300 but less than $5,000. warrant that called for Williams' arrest and that the black vehicle when it accidentally crashed into the The warrant further states that shortly after her Suwannee County was working an active case that also victim's vehicle. When pressed, the man admitted to sentencing, Atkins violated the terms of her probation involved Williams. attempting to “cover” for Lofton. by using intoxicants to excess or possessing any drugs Williams left an expired company-issued fuel card Brianna Lofton, 24, of Monticello, was arrested or narcotics that had not been prescribed to her by a and Florida's driver's license at the Madison County gas on charges of aggravated battery with a deadly physician. station. weapon and criminal mischief of $1,000 or greater. “The offender was in possession of a drug or On Tuesday, April 16, Jefferson County Sheriff's Tyran Kemp – April 28 narcotic not prescribed by a physician, to-wit: THC as Deputy Godwin responded to a call at the same South shown by analysis of a urine sample,” the warrant Jefferson Highway gas station that the October 2018 On Sunday, April 28, reads. incident occurred at. Florida Highway Patrol's The warrant was signed by Judge Caloca-Johnson The report states that the store clerk had advised Captain Schweinsberg and on April 8, 2019 and offered no bond amount that law enforcement of a semi truck driver that was failing Aircraft Pilot Lieutenant would be offered for Atkin's release, following her to pay for fuel; Deputy Godwin attempted to locate the Mallow were participating in an arrest. driver, but to no avail. aircraft speed detail over the On April 22, at 12 p.m., Atkins was placed under In this incident, Williams had pumped 141.779 Jefferson County stretch of arrest for violation of probation by Deputy McCoy and gallons of diesel fuel, equalling $452.13 in cost. Interstate 10. was booked into the Jefferson County Jail shortly A warrant was issued for Williams' arrest and a few In the State of Florida, Tyran Laquan thereafter. days following the April 16 incident, Lt. Barfield made Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) is Kemp contact with Williams and placed him under arrest for permitted to use a fixed-wing Timothy Latner – April 23 Grand Theft of $300 or more, but less than $5,000. aircraft in order to conduct Timothy R. Latner, 26, of Williams was booked into the Jefferson County Jail speed enforcement. Valdosta, Ga., was arrested on on the same day, at 8:36 a.m. At 1:32 a.m., the aircraft's pilot, Lt. Mallow, Tuesday, April 23 after the informed Capt. Schweinsberg of a vehicle that was Brianna Lofton – April 25 Florida Department of traveling 92 miles-per-hour and approaching Capt. Corrections released a warrant On Thursday, April 25, Schweinsberg staged location. calling for Latner's arrest. Jefferson County Sheriff's After receiving a physical description of the In April of 2018, Latner was Deputy Godwin responded to a speeding vehicle, Capt. Schweinsberg was directed by placed under two years of call in a neighborhood in the aircraft's pilot behind the vehicle before Capt. community control after being Monticello, in reference to a hit Schweinsberg conducted a traffic stop. Timothy R. charged with one count of and run crash. The vehicle, a white Nissan Altima, pulled into Latner burglary to a structure while Upon his arrival to the the median after Capt. Schweinsberg activated his armed with a firearm. location of the crash, Deputy emergency lights. In October of 2018, Latner violated the terms of his Godwin spoke with a victim. Capt. Schweinsberg approached the driver's Brianna A. Lofton community control after changing his residence without According to the victim, she window and made contact with the driver, asking for a first procuring the approval of his probation officer. and another individual were driver's license; however, the driver, who was later Latner's warrant states that he moved away from attempting to drop a third person off when a gray car identified as Tyran Laquan Kemp, 30, of Pensacola, his residence in Thomasville, Ga., without procuring pulled in next to their vehicle. The victim said that her stated that he did not have a valid Florida's Driver's the permission of his Georgia Probation Office. At the group was attempting to leave when a second vehicle, a License. time of the warrant signing, which was Nov. 27, 2018, black SUV, driven by Brianna Lofton, pulled in and Kemp's passenger, a woman, was asked if she had Latner's whereabouts were unknown. attempted to block the victim's group from leaving. a driver's license, to which she responded “yes,” and On April 23, at 4:13 p.m., Latner was placed under The victim and the people that were with her were provided for Capt. Schweinsberg for informational arrest by Jefferson County Sheriff's Deputy Arnold. eventually able to leave, but after driving away, the purposes. Latner was booked into the Jefferson County Jail at gray car pursued and attempted to cut them off from After obtaining Kemp's information, Capt. 4:30 p.m. on the same day. their direction of travel. Schweinsberg returned to his patrol vehicle in order to The victim added that shortly after they were cut run Kemp's information through the Florida Crime Monquaris Williams – April 25 off, Lofton's SUV returned, and rammed the rear end of Information Center (FCIC)'s database. Monquaris Dupree Williams, the car that the victim was riding in. The database revealed that Kemp was classified as 40, of Havana, Fla., was arrested Once this occurred, some of the vehicle's a habitual traffic offender. on Thursday, April 25, by passengers exited the vehicle in order to prevent injury; Tallahassee Regional Communications Center Jefferson County Sheriff's after some of the passengers were out, Lofton again confirmed the information revealed by the FCIC Office's (JCSO) Lt. Barfield on attempted to ram the victim for a second time. database and informed Capt. Schweinsberg that Kemp an outstanding Jefferson County After speaking with the victims involved, Deputy had been arrested multiple times for driving while his warrant. Godwin made contact with the vehicle's owner who license was suspended or revoked. The report provided by the estimated that the damage to their vehicle would cost With that information, Capt. Schweinsberg was JCSO references a incident that more than $1,000 in repairs. able to place Kemp under arrest for the felony charge Monquaris occurred on Oct. 4, 2018 – Shortly afterwards, Deputy Godwin made contact of driving while license is suspended or revoked; Dupree Williams Jefferson County Sheriff's with Lofton at her residence, where he observed a Trooper Smith transported Kemp to the Jefferson Deputies were dispatched to a black, GMC 4-door SUV that had apparent front end County Jail for booking. Fredricka Onnikia Coasey Kalvontay Devon Huggins , 18, of , 18, of 18; charged with possession of marijuana grand theft, $100 to $300, dwelling; VOP, Monticello, Fla.; arrested Sunday, April Monticello, Fla.; arrested Tuesday, April less than 20 grams, and sale of A/B possession of burglary tools; and VOP, 28; charged with burglary, committing 23; charged with public affray. No bond without license. Bond set at $500. burglary of an unoccupied dwelling, assault/battery and child abuse, inflicting amount given. Released same day. Released on following day. unarmed. Bond set at $2,500. No release physical, mental injury. Bond set at day provided. Hubert Michael Williams Makenzie Faith Martin $10,000. No release day provided. , 50, of , 19, of Jason Dennis Phillips Monticello, Fla.; arrested Monday, April Cantonment, Fla.; arrested Wednesday, , 40, of Greenville, Charlesia Carter , 19, of Monticello, 22; charged with writ of attachment. Bond April 17; charged with possession of drug Fla.; arrested Monday, April 15; charged Fla.; arrested Sunday, April 28; charged set at $1,800. No release day provided. equipment; possession of marijuana, not with cultivation of cannabis more than 25 with burglary, committing assault/battery more than 20 grams; and possession of plants and possession/sale of cannabis, Jerry Donald Maxwell and child abuse, inflicting physical, , 38, of controlled substance without prescription. more than 20 grams. Bond set at $5,000. mental injury. Bond set at $10,000. No Monticello, Fla.; arrested Sunday, April Bond set at $500. Released same day. Released same day. release day provided. 21; charged with three counts of out-of- Wendy Lyn-Angelia Peterson Luciano Leon Sales Rodriquez county warrant. No bond amount given. , 51, of , 38, of Otis Dynell Scott , 20, of Lamont, Fla.; Released on following day. Jacksonville, Fla.; arrested Wednesday, Gainesville, Fla.; arrested Monday, April arrested Saturday, April 27; charged with April 17; charged with VOP-DUI. Bond 15; charged with serving 10 day sentence Bianca Araceli Honkala DUI, unlawful blood alcohol. Bond set at , 39, of Mayo, set at $100. Released on following day. from court; no bond amount or day of $500. Released on following day. Fla.; arrested Sunday, April 21; charged release provided. Maricio Lavont Scott with DUI and leaving scene of crash , 28, of Monticello, Brenda Latrice Jones Fredi Castillo , 33, of involving property damage. Bond set at Fla.; arrested Tuesday, April 16; charged , 33, of Jacksonville, Fla.; Tallahassee, Fla.; arrested Friday, April $500. Released same day. with two counts of failure to appear in arrested Monday, April 15; charged with 26; charged with being an out-of-state court on petit theft and resisting without operating a motor vehicle without valid Daren Christopher Dickerson fugitive. No bond amount given. Released , 50, of violence. Bond set at $500. No release license and out-of-county warrant. Bond same day. Cabot, Ark.; arrested Saturday, April 20; day provided. set at $500. No release day provided. charged with DUI and refusal to submit. Jarvis Morel Proctor Dyrell Gavon Gilley Tonji Shenika Crumity , 30, of Monticello, Bond set at $500. Released on following , 26, of Monticello, , 40, of Fla.; arrested Wednesday, April 24; day. Fla.; arrested Monday, April 15; charged Jacksonville, Fla.; arrested Monday, April charged with violation of probation with grand theft, $300 or more, less than 15; charged with driving while license Travis Leverne Keaton (VOP) on original charge of battery. No , 39, of $1,500; two counts of VOP, burglary of suspended, third or subsequent offense. bond amount or release day provided. Monticello, Fla.; arrested Thursday, April dwelling, occupied conveyance; VOP, Bond set at $1,000. Released same day. 8 • JEFFERSON COUNTY JOURNAL • FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2019

FAA investigating after pilot injured by green laser light Rolling Stones North American DELTONA, Fla. (AP) — Federal Aviation NEW YORKtour (AP) — The Rolling to Stones start in Chicago Administration officials say are ready to get back on the road after a pilot flying from Canada postponing their North American tour because to Orlando International Mick Jagger needed medical treatment. Airport had his eyes burned The rockers announced Thursday the No by a green laser light. Filter tour will kick off in Chicago with two Spokeswoman Kathleen shows on June 21 and 25. All the cities Bergen said in an email that previously postponed are locked in and there's the WestJet Airlines aircraft a new date in New Orleans. was about 25 miles (40 Tickets sold for the original dates will be kilometers) from the airport honored, but those who can't attend can get when the laser light hit the refunds by accessing their Ticketmaster pilot. The flight landed accounts. safely a short time later, and The group says in a statement the concerts the pilot was placed on will feature classic hits such as "Sympathy For medical leave, which is The Devil" and "Paint It Black." routine in such cases. The No Filter Tour was slated to start The FAA notified the April 20 in Miami. However, doctors told the Volusia County Sheriff's 75-year-old Jagger in late March he couldn't Office, which sent a deputy go on tour at the time. to a central Florida address pinpointed as a possible location the light came Louisville enters ACC from. The sheriff's office says Tournament as No. 1 seed no one there had any knowledge of the incident and said they don't have a DURHAM, N.C. (AP) — conference tournament doesn't Other things to watch this Miami look like safe bets to laser pointer. For everything Louisville's necessarily mean a deep run in week at the Durham Bulls host four-team NCAA The flight originated in baseball program has done in the NCAA Tournament is a Athletic Park: regionals next week, and N.C. Newfoundland, Canada. its short time in the Atlantic guarantee. FAREWELL, DURHAM State and fifth-seeded North The FAA is investigating. Coast Conference, there's one "The tournament's fun, The ACC is still trying to Carolina (38-17) could make a achievement that has eluded don't get me wrong. We're decide where next year's case to be site hosts as well. the Cardinals — winning the going to go to the tournament tournament will be played. PRO PROSPECTS league tournament. and do our best to win," he The event is moving out of Keep an eye on a pair of Florida school Louisville (43-13) holds said. "But we've Durham because of a shortstops — N.C. State's Will the No. 1 seed for the third gone 0-2 in the change in Wilson and Clemson's Logan time in five years at the tournament scheduling policy Davidson — and North shooting tournament that starts Tuesday and gone to for the Triple-A Carolina outfielder and first at the Triple-A Durham Bulls' (the College International baseman Michael Busch. They defendant has ballpark. But the Cardinals World Series League, of could hear their names called have yet to turn that regular- in) Omaha. which the Bulls early during the Major League brief court season success into a Teams go 0-2 are members. Baseball draft in a couple of tournament title. They reached and win a The policy switch weeks. Wilson ranks fifth in their first championship game national prevents the Bulls the league in hitting (.361) and appearance a year ago, losing to Florida championship. It's from reserving the is tied for third with 16 home State. fun. We're going to go down dates for the tournament. runs. Louisville has won at least there and try to play good EYE ON THE NCAA THE FORMAT 40 games for the twelfth time baseball." A few ACC teams could The 12 teams are split into in 13 seasons under coach Dan Georgia Tech (38-16) help themselves with a few four three-team pools, with the McDonnell, and only three earned the No. 2 overall seed victories in the tournament. winners of pool play teams in the country have and is the top seed in its three- Eighth-seeded Clemson (33- advancing to the single- more regular-season victories team pool. North Carolina 23), No. 9 seed Virginia elimination semifinals on than the Cardinals. State (41-15) is the (32-22), and 10th-seeded Saturday. Those winners play McDonnell isn't putting too tournament's third seed with Wake Forest (30-25) appear to Sunday for the league's much pressure on his team Miami (38-17) as the No. 4 be on the NCAA bubble. automatic berth into the because success in the seed. Louisville, Georgia Tech and NCAA Tournament.

Nikolas Cruz FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — The defendant charged with killing 17 CBS defends 'Bull' renewal after people in last year's Florida school shooting was back in star faced misconduct claim court, but only to learn the Lynn Elber Entertainment President next time he must show up. AP Television Writer Kelly Kahl told a news Circuit Judge Elizabeth conference held Wednesday Scherer on Tuesday set new NEW YORK (AP) — to introduce CBS' 2019-20 hearing dates for May 28 CBS defended its decision to schedule, which includes and July 17 for 20-year-old renew the drama series Bull Bull. Nikolas Cruz in the after settling a sexual "First and foremost, February 2018 massacre at harassment claim against its what we found was Michael Marjory Stoneman Douglas star Michael Weatherly, made a mistake in his High School. Cruz could saying the actor "owned" and comments. He owned that get the death penalty if apologized for his on-set mistake. He was apologetic convicted. behavior toward actress at the time" and apologized Nothing of note was Eliza Dushku. again when it came out, Kahl Dushku said she was said. raised at Tuesday's hearing. renewal, Kahl said he mistreatment including written off the show after In renewing Weatherly's couldn't answer for them. forced oral sex, groping and Cruz's attorneys say he complaining that Weatherly series, CBS considered the The network has taken a retaliation if they resisted. would plead guilty in return remarked on her appearance actor's long tenure at the number of measures to Moonves is fighting the for a life prison sentence, and made jokes involving network, including more improve its handling of company's decision to deny but prosecutors have sex and rape in front of cast than a decade on "NCIS," workplace misconduct, his $120 million severance refused that offer. and crew in early 2017. Kahl said. There were no including enhanced training package. The presiding judge Last year, the allegation complaints about Weatherly and an anonymous hotline, In its December 2018 recently ordered that the and a $9.5 million before or after Dushku's, he Kahl said. story last year reporting the Broward County public confidential settlement said. It's an issue that has Dushku matter and defender's office must reached with Dushku were "So, when we look at the battered the company at the settlement, the Times said continue to represent Cruz made public in a report by totality of the situation, we highest levels. Former CBS details including the for now even though he . felt comfortable bringing Corp. CEO Leslie Moonves, settlement became known could get an estimated "We found out about it Bull back on the air," he said. one of TV's most influential when the CBS Corp. board $432,000 payout before when you did," and looked at Asked about the decision by figures, was ousted in hired outside lawyers to taxes from his late mother's the matter with "fresh eyes" Amblin Entertainment to September after allegations examine misconduct claims before making a decision on withdraw from its work on annuity. from women who said he against Moonves and to look the show's future, CBS the series following its subjected them to into CBS as a whole.

JEFFERSON COUNTY JOURNAL • FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2019 • 9

Frank History“Buddy” Ebsen

May 24, 1939 nonmusicals. He even danced with the Ebsen became embroiled in a contract Biography Courtesy of Wikipedia Monticello candidates famous . dispute with MGM that left him idle for 80 for degrees at Florida State Buddy Ebsen was an American Ebsen was noted for his unusual, long periods. YEARS ago College for Women are actor and dancer whose career spanned surreal dancing and singing style. His He took up sailing and became so 1939 Margaret Hughes and seven decades. His most famous role abilities might have been a reason proficient in seamanship that he taught Mary Reed. Carolyn was as Jed Clampett in the CBS filmmaker chose Ebsen to the subject to Navy officer candidates. Brinson is a candidate for a two-year television The Beverly be filmed dancing in front of a grid as He applied several times for an officer's elementary certificate. Hillbillies, which ran from 1962 to an aid to animating 's commission in the Navy in 1941 but 1971. dancing in Disney's 1929 to 1939 Silly was repeatedly turned down. May 24, 1949 Early years Symphonies animated short films. The United States Coast Guard Buddy Ebsen was born as Christian accepted his application for a 70 The Business and The Wizard of Oz Ludolf Ebsen Jr., on April 2, 1908, in commission, and he was promptly YEARS Professional Woman’s MGM cast Ebsen as the ago Belleville, Ill. He had four sisters. given the rank of Lieutenant, Junior Club received its charter at in its 1939 film The Wizard of Oz. 1949 His father, Christian Ludolf Ebsen Grade. Ebsen then swapped roles with a dinner meeting held at the Sr., was a Danish choreographer, who Ebsen served as damage control actor , who was originally Veteran’s Home. Ethel Carter is the first once owned a dance studio and was officer and later as executive officer on cast as the Tin Man. Bolger wanted to president of the club. also a physical fitness advocate. His the Coast Guard-manned Navy frigate play the Scarecrow, and Ebsen did not mother, Frances, was a Latvian painter. USS Pocatello, which recorded weather object to the change. Ebsen recorded all May 24, 1959 Ebsen and his sisters learned to dance at at its "weather station" 1,500 miles west of his songs as the Tin Man, attended 60 Sandy Sauls, high their father’s studio. of . all the rehearsals and began filming. YEARS scoring guard for the local Initially interested in a medical Ebsen was honorably discharged However, he soon began ago career, Ebsen attended college for a from the Coast Guard as a lieutenant in basketball team was notified experiencing body aches, muscle 1959 couple of years. Family financial 1946. last week that he has been cramps, and shortness of breath, problems caused by the collapse of the chosen as a member of the National High eventually leading to a lengthy Return to acting Florida land boom forced Ebsen to School Wiseman Wigwam All American hospitalization. Ebsen made his television debut on leave college at age 20. team. Only 120 boys throughout the nation Doctors determined that he was an episode of The Chevrolet Tele- are chosen for this team. Professional career suffering a reaction to the aluminum Theatre in 1949. This led to Ebsen left Orlando in the summer dust used in the Tin Man makeup, and appearances in a huge variety of May 24, 1969 of 1928 to try his luck as a dancer in he was forced to leave the production. television shows. 50 Sgt. Leroy Judah of the , arriving with only Ebsen recalled in an interview Ebsen received the most television YEARS Monticello Police $26.75 in his pocket, and working at a included on the 2005 DVD release of exposure when he played Georgie The Wizard of Oz ago Department was honored soda fountain shop. He and his sister, that the MGM studio Russel, a role based on a historical Vilma Ebsen, performed as a dance act heads did not believe that he was ill person and companion to frontiersman 1969 last week when he received in supper clubs and in — until he was ordered back to the set and , in the Disneyland a plaque designating him as the county’s they were known as "The Baby was intercepted by an angry nurse. television miniseries Davy Crockett in leading police officer by the Kiwanis Club. Astaires". Ebsen was replaced by , the 1950s. On Broadway, the Ebsens appeared with the makeup quickly changed to a Throughout the 1950s, Ebsen May 24, 1979 as members of the chorus in the safer aluminum paste. MGM did not performed in a few films, mainly 40 Rev. Kenneth musicals Whoopee, Flying Colors and publicize the true reason for Ebsen's Westerns. One notable exception was YEARS Sullivan, pastor of the of 1934. A rave review departure; even Haley was not told until an acclaimed role as Doc Golightly, an ago Assembly of God Church, from New York columnist Walter much later. older, rural veterinarian deserted by his 1979 was named president of the Winchell, who saw them perform in For the rest of his life, Ebsen young wife (played by Audrey Ministerial Association this week. Atlantic City, N.J., led to a booking at complained of breathing problems from Hepburn) in 1961's Breakfast at the Palace Theatre in New York City, his involvement in "that damned Tiffany's. the pinnacle of the vaudeville world. movie". May 24, 1989 After relocating to Hollywood, the Nonetheless, he outlived all of the According to the AAA recalls his reason for siblings made their film debuts in the major cast members of the movie, 30 Clubs of Florida May Fuel st choosing Ebsen to play Clampett: "I 1935 film . living into the 21 century. YEARS Gauge Report, full-service had seen him on TV and I couldn't ago This was to be Vilma's only film. regular has climbed to $1.40 imagine anyone else doing the role," he 1989 Ebsen went on to appear in World War II says. "I was fortunate to have him, per gallon in Tallahassee. numerous films, both musicals and After recovering from the illness, Tracey Smith and Jack Bullock from because he became the cornerstone of ACA and Robert Pickels from North the show." Florida Christian were selected by Ebsen became famous as Jed Clampett, an easygoing backwoods American Legion Post #49 to attend 1989 mountaineer who strikes oil and moves Boys State in June. with his family to Beverly Hills, Calif., UF experts are predicting that Jefferson in the long-running, fish-out-of-water County’s population will go up only 4,300 CBS sitcom The Beverly Hillbillies. people by 2020, to a total of 16,500. Although scorned by critics, The American Legion Auxillary President Beverly Hillbillies attracted as many as Sharon Dukes presented awards to 60 million viewers between 1962 and Katheryn Patterson and Jennifer 1971 and was several times the highest- Pickenpaugh in recognition of their placing rated series on television. in an Americanism essay contest. The show also spawned similar The Jefferson County School Board is Paul Henning-produced rural offering a Computer Operation/Word such as and Processing class at the High School , which were eventually linked in crossover episode arcs. Computer Room in June. The Beverly Hillbillies was still Herbert Demott and Marjorie earning good ratings when it was Finlayson were awarded special copies of cancelled by CBS (because the ACA yearbook in a recent surprise programmers began shunning shows ceremony to mark appreciation for their that attracted a rural audience). One contributions to the school. episode, "The Giant Jack Rabbit", was the highest-rated half-hour on television May 24, 1999 to that time and remains the most- 20 Dara House is the watched half-hour sitcom episode. agoYEARS Valedictorian of Aucilla Christian Academy. She is Ebsen returned to television in 1999 the daughter of Bonnie and 1973 as the title character of Barnaby Robert Allen of Monticello and Lana and Jones, which proved to be his second Craig House of St. Petersburg, Fla. long-running television series. Barnaby The Board of Directors at the Opera Jones was a milk-drinking detective House has selected John Finlayson as who came out of retirement to Board Member Emeritus and lifetime investigate the death of his son. Critics trustee to honor him for more than 20 years and CBS executives ridiculed the age of of committed service. the show's audience, but it lasted eight May 12, 2009 seasons and 178 episodes. When Barnaby Jones was Chelsea Eades, mother cancelled, it was one of the last of young Natalie Eades, 10 surviving 1970s detective dramas. YEARS relates that she was released ago from Shands last week and Later years 2009 is finally home. Although generally retired from Love Dobson and Chelsea Dobson acting as he entered his 80s, Ebsen each received a $4,000 NFCC Presidential filmed a cameo in the 1993 film version of The Beverly Hillbillies as Barnaby Scholarship at Aucilla Christian’s recent Advertisement from the Orlando Sentinel, May 19, 1940 Jones. This was Ebsen's final motion awards ceremony. Ebsen left Orlando in the summer of 1928 to try his luck as a dancer picture role. in New York City, arriving with only $26.75 in his pocket, and worked at Ebsen has a star on the Hollywood a soda fountain shop. His sister Vilma Ebsen and he performed as a Walk of Fame at 1765 Vine St., and a dance act in supper clubs and in vaudeville — they were known as "The star on the St. Louis Walk of Fame. Baby Astaires". On Broadway, the Ebsens appeared as members of the Ebsen died of respiratory failure at chorus in the musicals Whoopee, Flying Colors and Ziegfeld Follies of 1934. A rave review from New York columnist , who saw Torrance Memorial Medical Center in them perform in Atlantic City, New Jersey, led to a booking at the Palace Torrance, Calif., on July 6, 2003, at the Theatre in New York City, the pinnacle of the vaudeville world. age of 95. 10 • JEFFERSON COUNTY JOURNAL • FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2019

Film and Television gets ratings on TV nowadays," said Kimmel. "It seems like live events are still pretty popular and still doing well. I was thinking about the old shows and I thought, 'Why don't we do one of these great old shows?' I know people love Grease but how many times do you need to see that?" Though producers won't reveal which episodes of the sitcoms are being restaged, Kimmel promised RE WIND Re MIND having them live in front of a studio audience — and the Who's ready for a new Archie Bunker, live on your TV? world on TV — will give the shows a jolt of electricity. He wants "It's going to be astonishing just how Jamie Foxx and Wanda Vietnam War. Asked if By Mark Kennedy, AP Americans to watch exciting as hell," said great these shows are. I Sykes will play George they still hold up, Lear Entertainment Writer them the way they Lear. "Another version say 'are' and not 'were' and Louise Jefferson in was clear. "I think they used to — together, at NEW YORK (AP) of Archie Bunker is because they are still The Jeffersons, in roles work very well," he the same time. He's not — Archie Bunker is going to play Archie great," Kimmel said. played originally by said. "Funny is funny." worried about any coming back to prime- Bunker. A great, great "I'm excited that a new Sherman Hemsley and Kimmel took screw ups, either, since time network TV and talent is going to be generation will get to Isabel Sanford. The inspiration from the that adds to the he might look a little Archie Bunker." see them, and be special will also recent move by suspense. different to viewers — The live special reminded of them and feature Ellie Kemper, networks to mount "We may release a even if what he says is will recreate one then maybe take the Will Ferrell, Justina Broadway musicals box of rats onto the set exactly the same. original episode from time to go back and Machado, Kerry and make them into just to see what Woody Harrelson All in the Family and watch all the old ones." Washington, Sean live events, like Rent, happens," he joked. "I is stepping into the another from The Joining Harrelson Hayes and Anthony The Sound of Music think it adds something iconic role as part of a Jeffersons. It will be in Carroll O'Connor's Anderson. and Grease. to the production. You 90-minute ABC special hosted by Lear and old role in "All in the Lear's two 1970s- "I'm not that see it in the live celebrating writer, late-night host Jimmy Family" will be Marisa era sitcoms are cut interested in musicals. musicals. They director and producer Kimmel, who dreamed Tomei playing from the same topical I love television wouldn't be nearly as Norman Lear. It airs up the idea. Bunker's long- cloth, tackling racism, shows. And I was just interesting if they were May 22. "It really is suffering wife, Edith. feminism and the thinking about what on tape." rr NEW THIS WEEK

Aladdin Rated PG Stars: Mena Massoud, Naomi Scott, Will Smith Director: Guy Ritchie A live-action take on the classic Disney tale. As a young man tries to impress a princess, he steals a lamp that releases a genie who leads him to a whole new world.

Booksmart Rated R Stars: Kaitlyn Dever, Beanie Feldstein, Billie Lourd Director: Olivia Wilde Amy and Molly have always been the good girls in school. They studied hard in an effort to get into the best colleges, and now that they have been accepted, it's time to let their hair down and break a few rules.

Brightburn Rated R Stars: Elizabeth Banks, Jackson A. Dunn, David Denman Director: David Yarovesky Brandon is a special child, and now his differences are affecting everyone around him. While his mom stands squarely in his corner, she knows there is something very unique about her son.

The Tomorrow Man Rated PG-13 Stars: John Lithgow, Blythe Danner, Derek Cecil Director: Noble Jones Ed has spent his life preparing for tomorrow and what he believes to be an imminent disaster. But when he meets Ronnie, he starts to fall in love. Can he put tomorrow aside to live today? JEFFERSON COUNTY JOURNAL • FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2019 • 11

A visualFood, diary: Fun Artist and LeahEntertainment Aman hosts art classes to teach art journaling

“Just draw, don’t think.” What are the benefits to art journaling? Art journaling is known by those who engage in the art form as a ECB Publishing, Inc. Photo By Ashley Hunter, May 16, 2019 way to access a new understanding of art and the artist itself. Art journaling assists in easing the stresses of life by getting the Five students gathered around a table in chaos “inside our heads” down onto paper. artist and art instructor Leah Aman's Dogwood Journaling through art also allows the artist to develop the right-side Street studio on Thursday, May 16 as they hemisphere of their brain, which is responsible for creativity and practiced their newest art class task – unique problem solving skills. developing and practicing patterns that will By keeping an art journal, artists are inspired to pay attention to eventually be used in their individual art the daily details that make life special, in order to later transcribe journals. those memories or moments down on the paper through paint or ink. Those who keep art journals say that is keeps them motivated to record their stories, feelings and ideas on a daily or weekly basis. ECB Publishing, Inc. Photo By Ashley Hunter, Ashley Hunter Finally, art journaling – as a relaxed, no-rules art form – helps new Sept. 24, 2018 ECB Publishing, Inc. or struggling artists learn to enjoy the process of creativity, rather than stressing over the outcome of the art itself. “There are no rules in art journaling,” artist and Leah Aman art instructor Leah Aman says to her class of art journalists during the Thursday, May 16 class at Aman's studio on Dogwood Street. In Aman's small classroom, artists of varying ages and talents gather around a table and practice sketching out patterns, coloring in blocks of designs and focusing on honing their individual talents. Aman isn’t teaching traditional art, but instead developing the confidence of her students to find their own brand of artistic talents and act on them, which she does through art journaling projects. Art journaling is an art form that relies on an individual's own abilities, inspiration and creativity. The act of art journaling is a visual diary that transcribes thoughts, memories and emotions onto paper through the use of doodles, scribbles, paint, ink and clippings. In Aman's classroom, the relaxed and personal setting helps her students explore their own talents while being guided and instructed through the learning process. “Just draw, don't think,” is the creed Aman provided to her students, repeatedly offering that motto to her students whenever they would become discouraged at a wobbly line or misshapen pattern. ECB Publishing, Inc. Photo By Ashley Aman's weekly classes are good, she says, for Hunter, May 16, 2019 experienced or inexperienced artists alike who want to learn to think and work through projects Students of all ages and creatively. Art journaling is a no-guilt, no- experience levels participated judgement art form that is purely focused on in Leah Aman's first four-week session of art journaling personal expression and individual taste; in art classes. The classes teach journaling, the act is more important than the various techniques used in art outcome. journaling and allow the Aman’s classes are arranged in sessions of students to develop their four-week spreads, with students being assigned art confidence and tackle the art homework and given tasks to complete at home. form on their own. Despite this, Aman says that new students can ECB Publishing, Inc. Photo By Ashley Hunter, May 16, 2019 jump in at any time, as she will work to bring them up to speed. Art journaling requires very little prior experience in order to be learned and mastered. Thursday, May 23 marked the end of the first Instead of focusing on the finished product, art four-week session, with a new class session journaling is more about the experience and beginning on Thursday, May 30 – the perfect time enjoyment of the art. Because of this, the art form for new students to enroll. is especially well received among those who are The classes last for roughly two hours, wanting to newly venture into the arts. beginning at 6 p.m. and ending at 8 p.m. Aman calls her class “great for kids,” due to the simplistic and encouraging way she runs her classroom, but does ask that children under the age of 12 be accompanied by an adult. In addition to these weekly art journaling classes, Aman does provide personal classes for those who want to develop a different art form or focus on a personalized art concept. Each art journaling class is $10 per student, with no stipulations on age or experience of the individual student. For more information about Aman's art journaling classes and or other opportunities for art lessons, contact Leah Aman at (850) 980-2969. 1209 S. Jefferson St. • Monticello, Fla. 12 • JEFFERSON COUNTY JOURNAL • FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2019

ProtectStory Courtesy of Metro the Editorial environment with safe boating Recreational boating reaches its peak when the weather warms up and people take to waterways in droves. Spending a day on the water enjoying the scenery or trying your luck at fishing are popular pastimes. Following proper boating practices and etiquette can protect everyone onboard. Although ensuring passenger safety should be a priority, safeguarding against environmental impacts while boating also should be a concern. Marinas and various marine areas can become contaminated with pollutants generated from boating activities. Boat cleaning, fueling and marine head discharge are just a few of the pollutants that can find their ways into the water. A past study in the marine reserve of Cape Creus in the Mediterranean Sea found that boat anchoring also is a considerable threat to marine habitats, as vulnerable ecologies can be damaged by anchors. • Keep boats in proper working order. Poorly water. Commercial ships, such as tankers and bulk Although there are regulations in place to protect maintained boats may harm the environment. cargo carriers, have the added threat of ballast water. marine life and ecosystems, these rules aren’t always Inefficiently working engines can produce more Ballast water keeps vessels buoyant. However, when adhered to. Recreational boaters can do their part to exhaust and contaminate the air and water. Oil and this water is discharged at the next port of call, it can keep oceans, bays, rivers, and lakes pristine by other mechanical fluids can leak into the water and transfer biological materials, like bacteria and plants, adhering to some sound advice. affect the marine environment. Proper maintenance from foreign waters. These materials can compromise Reduce engine exhaust. • Whenever possible, helps keep boats safe and minimizes their impact on the integrity of ecological systems. row, paddle or use sails to decrease engine use and the environment. • Respect marine ecosystems. Boaters who plan subsequent exhaust. When engines must be used, do • Use pump-out stations. Pump out stations at to enter the water and explore should tread delicately. not idle unnecessarily. Always steer clear of the aft of marinas enable boaters to safely dispose of the contents Coastal areas often play home to birds and other the boat, where fuel fumes and carbon monoxide can from sanitary systems without waste ending up in the wildlife. Use caution around reefs and habitats. cause serious health implications. • Keep trash on the vessel. Do not discard any items over the side of the boat. Even seemingly Saved by the Jacket harmless items can impact the environment. Store garbage in a bag and dispose of it properly when you return to the marina or dock. Secure items onboard It’s tempting to not wear a life jacket while on the water, especially on nice days. so they will not blow off and end up in the water. You want to get some sun, you think you’ll get too hot, or you think you’re a strong • Avoid antifouling paints. Antifouling paints swimmer. But whether you’re going fishing or just enjoying a ride on the boat, there’s are special paints applied to the underside of vessels never an excuse to not wear a life jacket. Accidents happen in an instant. to prevent or slow down the growth of barnacles and Make it a habit. Always wear a life jacket. other organisms. Maritime New Zealand notes that these paints can harm other sea life and prove Picture this: It’s a sunny day, and dangerous when scraped off and not discarded you’re walking down the dock with properly. some of your best friends. 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Friends can get together to share the important message of wearing a life jacket when they’re headed to the docks. From boaters young to old, amateur to seasoned, there’s no limit on the age or experience when it comes to keeping yourself safe with a properly-fitting life jacket. It’s become clear that Vest Friends nationwide recognize the importance of wearing a life jacket, and it makes boaters proud to take part in this fun, yet impactful, campaign. If you’re not following the Vest Friends campaign on Instagram and Facebook already, what’re you waiting for? There is a new photo contest starting in June and you don’t want to miss out on fantastic prizes! Check out some of the boaters across the country who have made a commitment to keeping themselves and their loved ones safe. You can share some of your pictures at facebook.com/groups/myvestfriends or be featured on the Vest Friends Instagram when you use the hashtag #VestFriends. Grab some life jackets, your closest friends and family, and share your photos with the world. After all, safe boating is more fun when you do it with friends! JEFFERSON COUNTY JOURNAL • FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2019 • 13

Farm & OutdoorsThe Jefferson Journal

Les Harrison Fish & Game UF/IFAS Wakulla County Extension Director Feeding

How tCharto use: the major and PoisonThe summer-like ivy temperatures and and clear poison blue skies serve as a near irresistible oak minor feeding times for each day enticement to enjoy north Florida’s natural environs. The springs, forest and coastline are listed below. The major feeding times are the best for the each have a unique charm and attraction for most. sportsman and last about 2 With all the anticipation, there has to be a word of hours, the minor feeding times caution to check for signs which may indicate a problem. can also have good success, To be sure, be aware there is a sign of three leaves in a but last only about 1 hour. cluster which must be considered by all who venture outdoors. Three leafed vines and small shrubs abound in the untended The week of areas of Jefferson County, and occasionally creep into the May 24-May 31, 2019 cultivated areas of home landscapes. Most cause no problems for those who encounter the unknown visitors, but a few will deliver Major feed times are pain and irritation. marked by an asterisk (*) Poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans) and poison oak (Toxicodendron pubescens) both lurk in wait of unsuspecting Friday, Saturday, victims. Both native plants produce urushiol, a plant oil May 24 May 25 which will cause a severe skin rash when any part of the 12:09AM 12:50AM plant is contacted. *4:58AM *5:45AM 10:50AM Allergic reaction occurs by touching these plants 11:44AM *5:22PM *6:07PM or by physical exposure to the oil on animals, tools, clothes, shoes, or other items which have struck either plant. Even the smoke from burning the plants contains oil particles which can be inhaled causing lung and airway Sunday, Monday, May 26 May 27 irritation. 1:26AM 1:59AM Poison ivy grows in shady or sunny locations throughout the Big Bend region and Florida. It can be a *6:30AM *7:13AM woody shrub up to 6 feet tall or a vine up to 150 feet tall that climbs high on trees, walls, and fences or trails 12:38PM 1:31PM along the ground. *6:51PM *7:34PM All parts of poison ivy, including the hairy-looking aerial roots, contain urushiol at all times of the year, even when bare of leaves and fruit in winter. Plants are common along old, unmanaged fence rows and the Tuesday, Wednesday, edges of paths and roadways. May 28 May 29 Leaf forms are variable among plants and even 2:31AM 3:02AM *7:55AM *8:37AM among leaves on the same plant; however, the leaves 2:24PM 3:18PM always consist of three leaflets. Leaflets can be two *8:16PM *8:59PM to six inches long and may be toothed or have smooth edges. Thursday, Friday, The leaves emerge with a shiny reddish tinge May 30 May 31 in the spring and turn a dull green as they age in the 3:33AM 4:06AM summer. They turn shades of bright red or purple in *9:20AM *10:05AM 4:13PM 5:11PM the autumn before dropping to the forest floor. *9:42PM *10:28PM Poison oak is a low-growing, upright shrub which reaches about three feet tall. It is found in dry, sunny locations and unlike poison ivy does not tolerate heavy shade. Like its botanical cousin, a single poison oak leaf consists of three leaflets. Distinguishing features included its lobed leaves, which give it the appearance of an oak leaf and the leaf stems and leaflets have a coating of fine hair. Leaflets emerge with a reddish tinge in the spring, turn green, and then turn varying shades of yellow and red in the late fall before dropping. While the weather has almost everyone itching to spend hours outside, just be sure the experience does not cause a rash of bad memories. To learn more about poison ivy and poison oak in Jefferson County, contact your UF/IFAS Extension Jefferson County office at (850) 342-0187 or at jefferson.ifas.ufl.edu. Tidal Charts Steinhatchee, Fla. May 24 - May 30, 2019 High Date a.m . ft. p.m. ft . 24 7:01 3.1 5:45 3.6 25 7:47 3.1 6:42 3.4 26 8:39 3.1 7:50 3.1 27 9:34 3.2 9:14 3.0 28 10:24 3.3 10:36 3.0 29 11:07 3.5 11:43 3.2 30 11:45 3.7

Low Date a.m . ft. p.m. ft . 24 12:14 0.2 12:13 1.9 25 12:58 0.5 1:08 1.9 26 1:47 0.7 2:13 1.9 27 2:44 1.0 3:28 1.7 28 3:46 1.1 4:36 1.4 29 4:43 1.2 5:34 1.0 30 5:33 1.3 6:25 0.6 14 • FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2019 • JEFFERSON COUNTY JOURNAL • FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2019 • 15 The Veterans Administration Office Of Jefferson County wishes to salute the Veterans that have fought Memorial Day for the Freedom of our Country

A Memorial Day SALUTE Remembering the fallen: to the Ceremony at the BRAVE on this Memorial Day 2019 Memorial Tallahassee Day.

Stephen Walker National Cemetery County Commissioner The Patriot Guard Riders will be joining in the District 5 Memorial Day Ceremony, hosted by the Tallahassee EVENTSDebbie Snapp, ECB Publishing, Inc. National Cemetery, on Sunday, May 26. This Memorial Day Program is to honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. The Patriot Guard Riders will stand a flag line Memorial Day at the Tallahassee National Cemetery during the program. Breakfast to be Staging: 2 p.m. at the Walmart Super Center, located at 3535 Apalachee Pkwy., Tallahassee, Fla. Briefing: 2:15 p.m. served at American KSU: 2:20 p.m. Flags will be available. For more information contact Ride Captain Don Legion Post 49 John Willoughby, ECB Publishing, Inc. Reeder, Assistant State Captain, at (850) 933-0886 American Legion Post 49, Sons of the or [email protected]. Memorial Day is known as an annual federal holiday in the United States to remember the people who American Legion and Auxiliary Unit 49 will died while serving in the country's armed forces. If you ever happened to drive into a cemetery on the prepare and serve a free breakfast for area veterans weekend of Memorial Day, you will see a long-practiced tradition: decorating graves of veterans with on Monday, May 27, beginning at 8 a.m., at the miniature American flags. Otto Walker Post home, 1065 S. Water St. We don’t There are many traditions throughout America in remembrance of Memorial Day. The flag of the United Motorcycle groups The breakfast is open to all who wish to honor States is traditionally raised to the top of the staff in the morning time, and then slowly lowered to half-staff know them all, this day with our veterans. Donations will be position, where it remains until 12 p.m. The flag is then raised to full-staff for the rest of the afternoon. The accepted. but we half-mast position is symbolic of remembrance of more than one million men and women who gave their to place flags on There will also be a raffle ticket drawing for an lives in service of the United States. At noon, their memory is raised by those who are still living, who owe them all. AR-10 rifle, custom-built by Robinson Gunworks in resolve not to let their sacrifice be in vain, but to rise up in their honor and fight for liberty and justice for all. Monticello. Ticket cost is $5 each. 600+ veteran In 2000, the United States Congress passed the National Moment of Remembrance Act, asking people to The Post 49 clubs meet together monthly on the Bruce A. Leinback stop and remember the true cost of freedom at 3 p.m. on Memorial Day. second Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. for dinner and a brief As this Memorial Day is celebrated, remember that the day is more than just an additional day off from gravesites this City Attorney for Monticello,Fl meeting before separating into their individual work or a day to barbecue and have fun. Memorial Day is to remember and pay tribute to those who spent meetings. The next meeting is June 11. (850) 942-9700 countless days and sleepless nights on the hard, cold ground while we slept in a soft, warm bed. Never forget Contact Post Commander Ken Faircloth at that some men and women gave everything, including themselves, during their time serving the United weekend (850) 509-2628 or Unit President Debbie Mitchem States of America. Never Forgotten (formerly BCS) and SCRC at (850) 997-5456 for more information. 478 will be undertaking their annual Memorial Day Cittyy of Monntticello What’s the difference between weekend project of placing flags on all Veterans’ Police Deparrttmenntt graves at Southside Cemetery this Saturday, May Memorial Day and Veterans Day? 25. The Buffalo Soldiers motorcycle group will also Fred Mosley Memorial Service be joining with them on this project. Chief of Police You do not have to be a member of any of these Memorial Day and Veterans Day each honor organizations to participate. This weekend is open and flag the military, though the two holidays are not the to all those wanting to participate in remembering same. Memorial Day, which is celebrated annually veterans. It’s going to be a hot Saturday, so be prepared on the last Monday in May, honors the brave men placement at to start at 8 a.m. There will be lots of motorcycles, and women who lost their lives while serving in the so keep careful watch for drivers while on the roads American military. Many communities host memorial this weekend. New Bethel ceremonies honoring their fallen soldiers on Memorial The groups will meet at the Burger King in Day, ensuring such soldiers’ bravery and sacrifices are Tallahassee, located at 5020 Capital Circle SW, at Cemetery, May 26 never forgotten. While many people now view Memorial the corner of Capital Circle and Crawfordville Rd., Day weekend as the unofficial start of summer, the weekend at 7:30 a.m. After a short briefing it will be Kick Marty Bishop The annual Memorial Service of Remembrance should not be celebrated without also pausing to reflect on and Stands Up at 7:45 a.m. for Military Veterans laid to rest at the New Bethel recognize the military personnel who lost their lives in defense of It’s a short ride from there to Southside Cemetery will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, May freedom and the American way of life. Cemetery, located at 3484 Capital Circle, SW. If Supervisor of Elections G-FAFAST is a Search and Rescue, 26, at the cemetery. Veterans Day is celebrated annually on November 11 and you are not riding with the group, be at the Disaster Recovery and Private This is a joint effort of the New Bethel African recognizes all men and women who have served in the military. Veterans cemetery at 8 a.m. and Staff Security Non-Profit ... Methodist Episcopal Church family and Pastor Day coincides with Remembrance Day, which is celebrated by the There will be a short briefing at the cemetery to Jimmie F. Dickey, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Commonwealth of Nations, an association of 53 member states with connections go over flag placement protocol and to organize Richard Connell teams. The goal of this project is to have a veteran, Post 251 and Commander Ned Hill, and the VFW to the British Empire. Though Veterans Day and Remembrance Day are each CEO & Director of Operations Auxiliary Unit 251 and President Shirley that has participated in the past, lead each team. celebrated on November 11, the latter recognizes armed forces members who died Washington. There are nearly 600 Veterans’ graves in Southside Mobile: (850) 545-2358 in the line of duty, making it more similar to Memorial Day than Veterans Day. It’s New Bethel Cemetery is located on North Salt Cemetery. Come pay respect to those that have [email protected] not uncommon for people to recognize fallen soldiers on Veterans Day, but many Website: www.gfastair.com Road, just south of Ashville Highway. served our country. For more information, call (850) 997-3242. use the holiday to express their appreciation to existing veterans. There will be plenty of cold water on-hand.

Robert Plaines

County Judge 16 • JEFFERSON COUNTY JOURNAL • FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2019

NOTICE OF MONTICELLO CITY COUNCIL LEGAL NOTICES BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING The City Council Budget Committee will meet on Tuesday, June 4, 2019 at 11:45 a.m. The meeting will take place at Monticello City Hall, 245 S. Mulberry Street. Two or more City Council members are expected to be present at this meeting. 5/24 LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE OF MONTICELLO CITY COUNCIL JUNE MEETING

The Board of Monticello Eagles’ Nest, Inc. will hold an Annual Meeting The Monticello City Council will conduct its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, Saturday, June 8, 2019 June 4, 2019 at 7:00 p. m. at City Hall. 9:00 AM Location: Eagles’ Nest, 1085 S. Water St., Monticello, FL City Hall is located at 245 S. Mulberry Street, Monticello. Persons with disabilities 5/24,29 who need an accommodation to participate in the meetings should contact City Clerk Emily Anderson at 850/342-0292. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR JEFFERSON COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the City Council, with respect to IN RE: ESTATE OF any matter considered at such meeting or hearing, he or she will need a record of the File Number: 19-33-CP proceedings; and for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim record MARY ELIZABETH HARRIS, of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon Division Probate which the appeal is to be based. Deceased. ______/ For agenda and packet materials, please contact City Hall or visit www. NOTICE TO CREDITORS cityofmonticello.us. 5/24

The administration of the estate of Mary Elizabeth Harris, deceased, whose date of death was June 21, 2018, is pending in the Circuit Court for Jefferson County, Special deadline for legals to be published on ADVERTISING NETWORK Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1 Courthouse Circle, Monticello, FL 32344. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal Wednesday, May 29: Friday, May 24 at 10 a.m. representative's attorney are set forth below. Call (850) 997-3568 or email [email protected] OF FLORIDA All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands 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 TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON May 20 - May 26 THEM. Florida Press Service, a company of the Florida Press Association All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against FLORIDA PRESS SERVICES, INC. STATEWIDE CLASSIFIED PROGRAM decedent's estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER sifi THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. Run your own at ReachFlorida.com ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN Deadline: FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM Clas eds NORTH FLORIDA: FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT'S DATE OF DEATH Mon, 3 PM IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is May 24, 2019. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES CHURCH FURNITURE: Does your church need Attorney for Personal Representative Personal Representative pews, pulpit set, baptistery, steeple, windows? ______3-11 & 11-7 Full Time CNAs CDL drivers needed, Class B. Big Sale on new cushioned pews and pew chairs. Jami A. Coleman Jewell Jerome Reddick & 1 Full Time Housekeeper. Apply in person only at Scruggs 1-800-231-8360. www.pews1.com Attorney 400 Galloway St. NE Concrete Company, 186 SW Florida Bar Number: 088983 Apt. N-215 Apply in person at Madison Williams & Coleman, PA Washington DC, 20011 Health and Rehab, 2481 West Commerce Dr., in Madison. 701 East Tennessee Street US 90, Madison. $600 signing 1/16,rtn,c TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA 32308 bonus for CNAs. 5/17,22,24 PROPERTY MANAGER Telephone: (850) 222-0013 Fax: (850) 222-9047 needed for Section 8 housing. E-Mail: [email protected] Positions available at North Must have Section 8 or on-site Secondary E-Mail: [email protected] 5/24,31 Florida Community College, experience. Please send resume IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR Madison, FL: Registered Nurse to [email protected] JEFFERSON COUNTY, FLORIDA (Faculty Position); See PLEASE EMAIL RESUMES. PROBATE DIVISION www.nfcc.edu for details. 4/5,rtn 5/24,29,31,6/5,7 File Number: 19-34-CP YARD SALES IN RE: FOR RENT Estate Sale 05-24 & 05-25 PATRICIA LOUISE PEARSON, Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Deceased. Office/Commerical property ______/ Saturday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. for rent. Located off Hw. 90, 205 N. Rhodes St., Monticello NOTICE TO CREDITORS cost $1,000 a month. Contact Some antiques, household (850) 544-2218. 5/17,22,24 items, law mower, yard equip- The administration of the estate of PATRICIA LOUISE PEARSON, deceased, ment, furniture, kitchen items, whose date of death was January 21, 2019 is pending in the Circuit Court for Jefferson 2 BR /2 BA Mobile Home at including china and linens. County, Florida Probate Division under probate file # 19-34-CP , the address of which is 1 Courthouse Circle, Monticello, Florida 32344. The names and addresses Monticello Meadows on 5/17,22,24 of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth South Jefferson St. Call 850- SERVICES below. 997-3890. 5/11,rtn,c

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands TREE SERVICE against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must 915 sq ft Commercial Office STUMP GRINDING file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE Building; downtown Madison; MR. STUMP 850-509-8530 TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER Shelby Ave; across from the Quick Responses. 2/24, rtn THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. courthouse and post office. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands Call Emerald at (850) 997- against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS 3568 11/23,rtn,nc AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. FOR SALE ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. FURNITURE FOR SALE: • Industrial mop w/ 20 year NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY head + bucket & ringer. $120 CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE • Full-size Bed with head- OF DEATH IS BARRED. board, footboard; black wood The date of the first publication of this notice is May 24, 2019. slats; hardware; memory foam ______pad. $150 • Two night tables. Attorney for Personal Representative SUSAN L. HAASE, $20 • Table set; four wood T. Buckingham Bird, Esq. Personal Representative chairs; octogon glass top; .P.O. Box 247 521 Lloyd Creek Road Monticello, Florida 32344 Monticello, Florida 32344 wood table. $75 — Call (850) [email protected] 5/24,31 253-5181 5/22,rtn,nc