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On Friday, Dec. 21, at 2:20 p.m., one man was killed and two were left injured in a four-vehicle crash on NE Colin Kelly Highway, in Madison. One dead: Florida Highway Patrol reports that vehicle one, a 2018 See "Four-car crash” on page 3 four-car crash results in tragedy Eddie Smith

Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by John Willoughby, December 21, 2018 This 1994 BMW, driven by the late Eddie Smith, of Adel, Ga., received extensive damage in the four-vehicle crash which occured on Colin Kelly Highway on Friday, Dec. 21.

Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by John Willoughby, December 21, 2018 This 2004 Toyota 4-Runner, driven Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by John Willoughby, December 21, 2018 Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by John Willoughby, December 21, 2018 by Carlos Rosado Colon, of Macon, A four-car crash on NE Colin Kelly High- This Hyundai Genesis, driven by Earnest Rains, Jr., of Madison, was struck from Ga., was one of four vehicles involved way on Friday, Dec. 21, resulted in one behind while traveling in the southbound lane, causing it to enter the northbound in a tragic accident on NE Colin Kelly death and other serious injuries. lane, striking a second vehicle. Highway, in Madison. Crime is down in Madison County

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On Tuesday, Nov. 27, counties in the state of Florida received the 2018 Semi- Annual Uniform Crime Report (UCR) from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE). The UCR report highlights the months of January through June. Madison County crime rates have dropped by 11.8 percent. Throughout the state of Florida, FDLE reported that 282,276 crimes were committed, an eight percent decrease compared to the 306,840 cases See "Down” on page 3 NFCC program reaches milestone

Rick Patrick: Greene Publishing, Inc. a growing need. The CDL program at NFCC was initiated The commercial truck-driving program at with input from several area logging North Florida Community College (NFCC) companies, notably Gray Logging, in recently reached a milestone when the first Madison, and M.A. Rigoni Logging, in Perry. load of logs were driven out of the woods According to Jerry Gray, with Gray Logging, and to the mill. This is significant because the the need for qualified log truck drivers is Commercial Driver's License (CDL) program high due to the specialized nature of driving at NFCC is unique in its training of log truck a log truck. "Driving a log truck in the woods Photo Submitted drivers, thus helping fulfill a great need for is not the same as driving a truck on the The first load of logs delivered by an NFCC-trained driver log truck drivers in the area. The early highway," said Gray. Because of this, Gray, was picked up and delivered to the mill. Pictured with that first success of the program is evidence of what and others, saw a need to provide training for load is student Joseph Cannon (right) and instructor Larry Olive can be accomplished when local industry and drivers that would include log truck driving. (left). educational institutions work together to meet Gray contacted the See "NFCC” on page 3

INDEX: Viewpoints: 2 • Community: 4-8 • Sports: 9 • History: 10 • New Year’s: 11 • Entertainment: 12 • Classifieds & Legals: 13 2 » Friday, December 28, 2018 » The Madison Enterprise-Recorder VIEWPOINTS & OPINIONS

From the sunny side: Passing Parade: What a Fight! Nelson A. Pryor: Morning pace Guest Columnist

I'm not a morning person. The British, and other allies, were up That is simply a fact of life that I against it, at Dunkerque. It all started, for a have made my peace with a long third of a million men, who were bottled time ago. I often tell people who up, against the sea, in World War II. Their complain that I may not be fate was determined by a sheet of German moving at a pace they think I orders: "The paper that lost the war for the should match, "If you don't like Germans." my speed now, you certainly Make the Fight wouldn't like me first thing in the The story of the order, was in the Rick Patrick morning." I have learned to August 8, 1945 New York Times 17, compensate for this certain entitled: "Seized Order Led To Dunkerque personality trait by setting my alarm clock a full two hours Epic." German documents were captured, before I need to leave for work. While moving at what I would and one of these, explains why the then consider to be my normal pace, it would probably take me a seemingly invincible German Army half hour to go through a morning routine of preparing for a allowed 330,000 British and French troops day of what I do here at work. to evacuate Dunkerque and live to fight on This week, all that has been somewhat altered because of a to victory. Had these troops been captured four-day weekend, having had Christmas and Christmas Eve or killed on the sandy beaches around the off. I did have to get up early on Christmas morning in order to port, between May 26, and June 4, 1940, drive to see family for the day, but other than that, I went the Germans might have invaded Britain Photo Submitted without an alarm clock. Granted, my "four-legged" alarm clock before turning on the French and ended the "For the want of a nail," the Germans lost their advantage at Dunkerque, in 1940. still managed to wake up each morning at her normal time. war in the summer of 1940. Days off from work have no effect on my four-legged alarm Curiously, the order was captured as a clock. result of the negligence of an officer who orders for Calais. This week has the added phenomenon I call a holiday ventured too near the British lines north of It took the Germans five days to get hangover. I think this is caused by being so busy getting Abbeville in late May of 1940. through the two towns. When the German everything ready for the Christmas holiday and then suddenly, The officer's car was fired on by a British Panzer divisions, badly mauled, finally broke it stops and the day is over. The week between Christmas and patrol, and began to burn. The general, through to Dunkerque they found the lines New Year's has always felt strange to me. In my younger days, together with his aid and driver, fled leaving around the port well organized and stoutly held the week would often be consumed with playing with the order in the car. The British put out the fire, and the evacuation in progress. whatever a certain red-suit clad portly gentleman had bestowed and found the paper. Got the Call upon me in the form of Christmas gifts. Later, the week would An intelligence officer must have gasped With their backs to the sea, and no way be consumed with raking pecan leaves. It's easy to understand when he received it from the front. It was the out, the British suddenly had a way out of the that the former was infinitely more enjoyable than the latter. entire German order of battle for the campaign bottle neck. Eight hundred vessels, including By the time the new school term started, I actually looked in the west, plus details for the force through cruisers, destroyers, gunboats, minesweepers, forward to the fresh term. This was particularly true when I Boulogne and Calais to Dunkerque and reach fishing boats, motorboats and yachts, arrived began college. There was always something exciting about a the beaches before the hard pressed British for the removal of the 338,000 retreating allied new school semester beginning. Now I find myself looking Expeditionary Force could. troops to safety in England. forward to being able to attend basketball games again. I guess What a Fight They lived to fight another day. that's just another way of looking at the same thing. The British commander, on the spot, acted All Hands on Deck But this week, there have been no basketball games for me quickly. Gathering the troops thinly holding Victory is knowing your opposition's plan. to attend. I can take some solace in the fact that during this twenty miles of his line, he threw them into an Seize the moment. Make the fight. And today, week, there are college football games in the middle of the attempt to halt the German drive up the coast. and the rest of this year, you can have what the day, in the middle of the week. If only I had a TV here at A battalion was sent to Boulogne with orders British achieved, your own "Miracle of work. that it was to hold to the last man. Similar Dunkerque." The Editor's Desk: maternity underwear that reached her neck. Despite the fact my parents had Sister stuff mixed-up our bags, my sister was born and, before long, we were bringing her home from the hospital. On this day, 23 years ago, Dec. 28, 1995, I Little sisters are the greatest and, simultaneously, most awful occurrence to received the best Christmas present I could have ever happen to someone. I'm 27-years-old and my possessions are still going possibly asked for—a baby sister. All year, I talked missing—items of clothing, makeup, hairbrushes, straightening irons and any about her arrival. My teachers, extended family, other item my 23-year-old sister may "borrow," without my permission. Also, the friends and strangers were blessed with daily time period that little sisters look up to their older sisters like they are perfect reminders of my sister's upcoming birth. I paraded goddesses who know everything and are the coolest human beings on the around the playground, the grocery store and every planet—lasts about five minutes. I stopped being cool when she turned 13, and I public place bragging of my big sister stardom. became completely irrelevant when she made it to high school. I've heard it all, The night she arrived, my parents dropped me from, "Who would buy your old prom dress? It isn't in style anymore," to "Stop off at my grandmother's house, bags packed, and left dancing like that, you're embarrassing me!" for the hospital. My grandmother instructed me it Despite everything, my sister is the first person I call when something was time to take a bath and get ready for bed, so I happens—good or bad. What's great about being blessed with a sister is that, Savannah Reams shuffled to the suitcase that was left for me, quickly through every bump in the road or sad moment in our family, we have had each grabbed some clothes and headed to the bathroom. A other to rely on. We've remained close in our adult lives and it's so much fun to little while later, I opened the door and found my grandmother in the living watch her thrive as a confident, hard-working nurse-to-be. On this day, 23 years room. "I don't think these are mine!" I shouted. My grandmother turned and ago, God gave me my best friend, and I'm still bragging about it. Happy began to laugh hysterically as she saw her four-year-old granddaughter donning birthday, Christiana! Unique New Years traditions from across the world

Story Submitted fortune for the future. Good grapes: Spain residents attempt to Some people may find it strange to withstand stuff 12 grapes in their mouths at midnight. If freezing temperatures and gusty winds for hours on end they are successful, they are expected to just to stand in the center of Times Square in New York achieve good luck for the next year. City to catch a glimpse of a bejeweled ball drop at the Dressing in white: Residents of Brazil dress stroke of midnight on New Year's Eve. Yet this all in white on New Year's Eve to ward away bad tradition may seem tame when compared to other spirits. Many also gather at the beach to toss floral unique rituals that take place around the world come offerings into the water to appease the goddess piece of tin to melt. New Year's Eve. Yemaja, in the hopes she will grant them requests for The molten tin is poured into a horseshoe-shaped ladle North Americans may be singing Auld Lang Syne the upcoming year. and then dropped into cold water. The random shapes and toasting to good fortune with a glass of bubbly, but Good travels: In Columbia, people walk around that form are interpreted in various ways to indicate elsewhere traditions can be somewhat more eccentric. their blocks with empty suitcases to encourage what's to come in the year ahead. In some spots of South America, for example, revelers traveling in the new year. Feats of skill: Single women in Belarus spend put on brightly colored underwear to ring in the New Ringing bells: Japanese ring all of their bells 108 New Year's Eve hoping to increase their odds of getting Year. Red underpants signal a person looking for love, times in accordance with the Buddhist belief that this married. Ladies compete in games to see who will be while yellow means they are seeking money. The will bring cleanliness. People in Japan also believe it is the next to get hitched. These games may include following are some other unique New Years traditions. good luck to begin the new year smiling. seeing who will be the first to be approached by a Tossing the dishes: In Denmark, individuals toss Putting up your dukes: Every year at the end of rooster. The winner is the next person to become dishes at other peoples front doors. Those who end up December, people in a small Peruvian village engage in betrothed. with the greatest number of broken dishes at their fist fights to settle all of their differences. Afterward, Appliance toss: In downtown Johannesburg, homes threshold are considered lucky, as they have an they begin the new year with a clean slate. South African locals throw old appliances out of their abundance of loyal friends. First foot: Immediately after the clock strikes 12, windows to ring in the new year. Right foot: Start off the new year on the right foot the people of Scotland start first-footing. This means All things round: Round-shaped foods are served by literally stepping forward with your right foot at being the first person across a friend or neighbors and consumed in the Philippines. Filipinos believe exactly 12:00 a.m. in Argentina. threshold bearing gifts of food, whiskey and financial round shapes that represent coins symbolize prosperity. Burning in effigy: People in Ecuador burn prosperity. People in Greece celebrate in much the From suitcases to fistfights to eating round fruits, photographs and paper-filled scarecrows at midnight. same way via the tradition of Pothariko. the traditions of welcoming the new year are varied This is to look away from the past and bring good Molten tin: In Finland, residents find the nearest around the world. FROM PAGE ONE The Madison Enterprise-Recorder « Friday, December 28, 2018 « 3

Ford Edge driven by Tanner Welch, of to travel onto the east grass shoulder. As vehicle two was Four-car crash Ft. Stewart, Ga. was traveling rotating, the rear passenger quarter panel of vehicle two was How to reach us Cont. from page 1 southbound on NE Colin Kelly struck by the front of vehicle four. Vehicle two fully entered the Phone: (850) 973-4141 Highway, near Bayberry Road. east grass shoulder and came to a final rest facing east. After the Fax: (850) 973-4121 Email: Vehicle two, a 2018 Hyundai Genesis impact, vehicle three continued north, and then entered the east [email protected] driven by Earnest Rains, Jr., of Madison, was also traveling south grass shoulder. After entering the grass shoulder, vehicle three Mail: P.O. D rawer 772 on NE Colin Kelly Highway, in front of vehicle one. Vehicle rotated counterclockwise. While rotating, vehicle three continued Madison, Fla. 32341 three, a 1994 BMW 318 IS driven by 1st Sgt. Eddie Smith, of northeast and came to a final rest on an unnamed dirt road facing Office: 1695 S SR 53 Madison, Fla. Adel, Ga., was traveling north on NE Colin Kelly Highway near northeast. After the collision, vehicle four rotated clockwise and Publisher Bayberry Road. Vehicle four, a 2004 Toyota 4-Runner driven by traveled northwest into the northbound lane. Vehicle four came to Emerald Greene Parsons Juan Carlos Rosado Colon, of Macon, Ga. was also traveling a final rest facing southeast. Office Manager st Cheltsie Holbrook north on NE Colin Kelly Highway near Bayberry Road, behind 1 . Sgt. Eddie Smith, of Adel, did not survive the accident. vehicle three. Smith was a JROTC instructor at Taylor County High School, in The front bumper of vehicle one struck the rear bumper of Perry. Former students and co-workers are mourning the sudden Contact us with vehicle two. Vehicle one continued into the west side grass departure of Smith, a man who positively impacted many in the your comments... shoulder and came to a final rest on the west shoulder, facing Perry community. If you have any south. After the impact, vehicle two entered the northbound lane. Rains was transported to Madison County Memorial Hospital questions or concerns, The front driver side quarter panel of vehicle two struck the front (MCMH) with serious injuries. Colon was also transported to call us at driver side quarter panel of vehicle three. After the collision with MCMH, with minor injuries. Welch did not sustain any injuries (850) 973-4141 vehicle three, vehicle two began to rotate clockwise and started during the collision. or visit our website at www.greenepublishing.com reported in 2017. Within those reports assault and seven crimes were rape. There was one murder and one Down were 545 murders, 4,227 rapes and robbery reported, as well as 43 burglaries and 113 cases of larceny. Newsroom Cont. from page 1 27,001 aggravated assault charges. In 2017, FDLE reported 279 crimes in Madison County Additionally, there were 8,250 between January and June. Within the 279 total crimes reported, 88 Editor Savannah Reams robberies, 36,298 burglaries and crimes committed were aggravated assault and four rapes were Reporter 185,646 cases of larceny. reported. No murders were reported, however, five robberies and Rick Patrick Reported rapes are up 3.8 percent from 2017, with 4,073 rapes 71 burglaries were reported. Additionally, there were 106 cases of Reporter reported. Aggravated assault is reduced by 7.2 percent from 2017, larceny reported. John Willoughby with a report of 29,090 aggravated assault charges and murder "I'm proud of the noticeable decrease during the first Uniform Reporter increased by 2.6 percent, with a total of 531 murders reported in Crime Rate reporting period of 2018 in Madison County. This Mickey Starling 2016. This year's numbers also reflect a total of $352,969,402 decrease is attributed to the dedicated services provided by the recovered of $797,361,099 worth of property stolen. men and women of the Madison County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) "In Florida, families expect to be able to find a great job, and partnerships with other groups and agencies that also serve our Advertising ensure their kids get a top-notch education and live in a safe and community," said Major David Harper of the MCSO. "One of the Advertising Specialists strong community. As governor, I have fought every day to deliver most important factors in our ability to reduce and solve crimes Jeanette Dunn on these priorities so that every family in Florida has the within our county is the overall relationship shared between the Lisa Laforge opportunity to achieve their dreams," said Governor Rick Scott. community as a whole and the sheriff's office. Earning our citizens Classifieds/Legals "[Tuesday, Nov. 27's] announcement of Florida's crime rate trust begins with transparency and communication. It is my belief Rachal Deming continuing to drop shows why Florida is the best place to raise a that a well-informed community is a safer community." Graphic Design/Layout family and succeed. Of course, none of this success would be "Florida's law enforcement partnerships work seamlessly Shane Mathews Ad Design/Layout possible without the incredible work and constant sacrifice of the together to proactively prevent and solve crimes," said FDLE Gabriel Pontbriand brave members of Florida's law enforcement who have helped us Commissioner Rick Swearingen. "I appreciate the dedication of reach a 47-year low in crime. We will never stop working to make our law enforcement in protecting Florida's communities, families sure every family in Florida is safe and that our law enforcement and visitors." has the support they need to continue their life-saving work." For more statistics and information about the crime rates in the Circulation According to the UCR report, crime in Madison County is state of Florida, log onto www.fdle.state.fl.us/FSAC/UCR- Service Hours down 11.8 percent in 2018. From the month of January to the Reports.aspx. For further information, call Gretl Plessinger, Jessica M-T: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. month of June, FDLE reported 246 crimes in Madison County. Cary, Angela Starke or Jeremy Burns at the FDLE Office of Public F: 8 a.m. - Noon Within the crimes reported, 75 crimes committed were aggravated Information at (850) 410-7001. Subscription Rates Basic: $50 per year Basic Plus: $60 per year Madison County School District, also instrumental in helping the program by assisting in lowering All Access: $85 NFCC which then acted as a conduit with the minimum age for log truck drivers. Cont. from page 1 NFCC in starting the program. Other The next class for the CDL program at NFCC will begin companies showed their support for Monday, Feb. 4 and will continue through Thursday, May 2. For the new program. The M.A. Rigoni more information about the CDL program at NFCC, please contact Company helped buy trucks and log trailers for the program. Ryan Carol Zimmerly, with the NFCC Career and Technical Education Pavlik, with Stoutamier-Pavlik and Assoc., Inc., in Monticello was Center, at (850) 973-9470 or by email at [email protected]. How food wasteful are you? Serving Madison Since 1865

Lazaro Aleman: A weekly newspaper $629.84; North Dakota, $636.27; Idaho, bread (5.1 percent) and vegetables (8.5 [USPS 177 - 400] designed for Greene Publishing, Inc. $703,25; and Arkansas, $728.82. percent). the express reading pleasure of the people of its circulation The survey found that Klein Kitchen and Bath offers the area, be they past, present or With the holidays upon us and an misunderstanding over labeling may following helpful hints to avoid wasting future residents. Published weekly by abundance of food almost everywhere, account in large part for the food. Greene Publishing Inc., it seems timely to reflect on our wastefulness, particularly when it comes Freeze food. It can be frozen right 1695 South SR 53, Madison, Fla. 32340. relationship with food, especially in to the "sell-by" date, with 48.9 percent up until the use-by date and it will be Periodicals postage paid at light of a new study finding that of respondents indicating that they eatable for months later. Just double the Post Office Americans by large are food wasteful. would not eat food beyond this date. In check, as some items can't be frozen, in Madison, Fla. 32340. The survey – by Klein Kitchen and actuality, however, the sell-by date is such as soft cheeses. Bath, a remodel and design firm – the last date that a merchant may sell a Freeze milk in ice cube tray. Then surveyed 3,200 adults ages 18 to 65plus food item. It in no way indicates that use the frozen milk cubes in coffee or Postmaster: to determine how much food they tossed this is the last date that it may be eaten. tea. Send address changes to out in 2018. What the sell-by date really Put herbs into a glass of water to Greene Publishing, Inc., P.O. Drawer 772, Madison, Fla. Some of the survey's findings: signifies is the peak quality of the preserve them longer. 32341-0772 • A quarter of the food in an product, after which date the quality Mix yogurts near their use-by date American household is wasted annually. begins to decline. with over-ripe fruit for a smoothie or • Thirty-nine percent of Americans The survey likewise found that even freeze the mix into ice-lollies. This newspaper reserves the believe the best-before dates on fruits confusion existed over the "use-by" Turn stale bread or crusts into right to reject any advertisement, news matter, or and vegetables should be scrapped. date. breadcrumbs by running them through a subscriptions that, in the • Nearly half of Americans won't eat It found that "Nearly a third (30.4 food processor. It makes for a great opinion of the management, will not be for the best interest food that is marked past its sell-by date. percent) believed that it was the last stuffing for chickens or topping on of the county and/or the owners • Only one-quarter of people know date that the product was edible, almost baked fish when mixed with herbs or of this newspaper, and to investigate any advertisement what the use-by date means. a quarter (22 percent) thought it meant onions. submitted. In terms of Florida, the average that it was the last date that the food When cooking with such foods as All photos given to Greene household wasted $835.11 worth of product could be displayed and sold in a potatoes, broccoli and carrots, don't Publishing Inc. for publication in this newspaper must be food in 2018, or one-fifth of their store, and finally, 21 percent thought it remove the peel or stems, as much of picked up no later than six annual eatables. Which is noteworthy, meant the date that the product would the nutrients reside here. Compost what months from the date they are dropped off. but not as bad as South Carolina, whose be at its best flavor and quality -- when, you don't use if you don't like the peel Greene Publishing, Inc. will households wasted $1,304.68 annually, in fact, this is the 'best-by' date." or stems. not be responsible for photos beyond said deadline. making them the nation's worst. Finally, the survey found that more Donate whatever items you might Others of the states with the most than half of respondents, 51.1 percent, be ready to throw out if they aren't yet wasteful households annually: believed that the "best-by"date should out of date. Plenty of food kitchens Mississippi, $1,251.51; Missouri, be eliminated from fruits and would appreciate the donation. Classifieds $1,145.29; Texas, $1,100.82; and the vegetables. The reason: a touch or "It seems we need to educate & Legal ads State of Washington, $1,099.01. squeeze can easily reveal if such an ourselves a little better on what we can Deadline for classifieds is Monday at 3 p.m. The lowest state in terms of annual item is past its prime. eat and when," Eric Klein of Klein Bath Deadlines for legal food wastefulness was West Virginia – The study found that dairy products & Kitchen is quoted saying. "Just being advertisements are Monday & Wednesday at 3 p.m. $404.90 per household. were the most likely to be tossed out by familiar with the difference between, There will be a $10 charge Others of the states with the least Americans (46.6 percent), followed by say, sell-by dates and use-by dates can for affidavits. wasteful households annually: Montana, meat (22.3 percent); fish (19.2 percent); help us be less wasteful." 4 » Friday, December 28, 2018 » The Madison Enterprise-Recorder COMMUNITY OBITUARY Annie Ben Ragans

Mrs. Annie Ben Ragans, age 98, died on Thursday, Dec. 20, 2018, at her home in Madison, Fla. A graveside service was held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 23, 2018, at Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery. Mrs. Ragans was born in Sylvester, Ga. She was a homemaker. She spent most of her life in Madison after moving from Sylvester. She was one of If you would like to have anything added to the community calendar, please seven children. email Rick Patrick at [email protected] or give us a call at (850) 973- She was a member of First Baptist Church in Madison. She enjoyed 4141. sewing, cooking, miniature horses and spending time with family. She loved spending time with her grandchildren. Second Monday of every month She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Cosby Leroy Tobacco Free Florida offers "Quit Your Way" classes the second Monday of Wilder; and by her husband, Paul Benton Ragans, Sr. every month at 5:30 p.m. at the Madison County Memorial Hospital, located at She is survived by two daughters: Letoy Eileen Ragans Stewart and Terry 224 NW Crane Ave., in Madison. To register or for more information, call 1 Ann Ragans Sherrard, both of Lee, Fla.; one son, Paul Benton Ragans, Jr. , (877) 848-6696. Lee, Fla.; ten grandchildren: Jim Stewart, Paula Stewart Ginn, Traci Sherrard Second and fourth Monday of every month Money, Terri Leigh Sherrard McNutt, Amy Letoy Stewart Kendrick, Henry Consolidated Christian Ministries holds their food distribution the second Jackson Stewart, Emily Hope Sherrard Brooks, Lora Elizabeth Smith, Paul and fourth Monday of every month from 10 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. To receive the Benton Ragans III and Barry Wilder Ragans; nineteen great-grandchildren; food, one must be a resident of Madison County and meet certain guidelines. and two great-great-grandchildren. Applications are taken every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. Beggs Funeral Home, in Madison, handled the arrangements; (850) 973- until 12 p.m. Consolidated Christian Ministries is located at 799C SW Pinckney 2258. You may send your condolences to the family by visiting the website at St., in Madison. www.beggsfuneral.com. Memorial gifts may be made to Big Bend Hospice or Every Wednesday to the Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery Fund. The Greenville Knitting Club meets each Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Greenville Public Library, located at 1325 SW Main St., in Greenville. All ages are welcome. For more information, contact Stewart MacIver at (850) 371-0042. Every Wednesday Meet your neighbor: The Madison Rotary Club meets at 12 p.m. in the Ave Maria Hall of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, located at 301 N Orange Ave., in Madison. For more information, contact Jim Catron, Secretary, at [email protected] or call Alana Kervin (850) 673-8201. First Wednesday of every month The Republican Club of Madison County holds their monthly meeting the first Wednesday of every month. It is held at Cucinella's Brick Oven Pizzeria in "The Meeting Place." Join them at 11:30 a.m. to order lunch, and the meeting Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Mickey Starling, Dec. 1, 2018 will begin at 12 p.m. Alana Kervin is Every Thursday an 8th grader at The Madison Public Library holds their Preschool Story Time every Madison County Thursday from 10:30 a.m. through 11:30 a.m. Movies, crafts and games are sure Central School. to entertain and delight! The library is located at 387 College Loop, in Madison. Kervin's favorite activity is working First and second Friday of every month on her dad's race The Monticello/Greenville Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 251 will car. sponsor fundraising cookouts on the first and second Friday of each month to help raise funds for their annual Veteran's Day Celebration in November. Cookouts are held from 11 a.m. until the food runs out, at Haffye Hays Park in Greenville, along US Hwy. 90 East. The meal will be a selection of chicken, ribs, and fish. Mickey Starling: Second and fourth Friday of every month Greene Publishing, Inc. Mad Talkers Toastmasters Club meets every second and fourth Friday of the month from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. at Cucinella's Brick Oven Pizzeria in "The th Alana Kervin is a bright and energetic 8 grader at Madison County Meeting Place." The meeting is open to everyone interested in developing their Central School (MCCS). Kervin enjoys school and her favorite teacher is Mrs. public speaking and leadership skills. Samantha Mahon, who teaches pre-Algebra. "Mrs. Mahon is very down to earth December 29 and she is really funny," said Kervin, who also enjoys History and English On Saturday, Dec. 29, The Madison County Chapter of The Charmettes, Inc. Language Arts (ELA). will host their "Holiday Jingle Jam." The event will take place at Divine Events, Kervin loves living in Lee, where she is able to enjoy the peace and quiet, located on Colin Kelly Hwy., north of Madison. Tickets are $20 in advance and except for when she is shooting her guns. Kervin has so much fun helping her $25 at the door. See any member of The Charmettes for tickets. Dress to impress. dad fix his race car that she hopes to be a mechanic someday. One of Kervin's January 16 favorite memories so far is of a particular Fourth of July celebration that got a The Madison County Legislative Delegation will be holding a public hearing little out of hand. "I accidentally threw some firecrackers that went down my in Madison on Wednesday, Jan. 16, at 6:30 p.m. The hearing will be held at the brother's shirt," said Kervin. Madison County Courthouse, located at 125 SW Range Ave., in Madison. All Kervin is the daughter of Billy and Callie Kervin, of Lee, and she has one residents and elected officials are invited to attend. The purpose of this hearing is brother, Gabriel, who may have lost all interest in firecrackers. to provide the citizens of Madison County the opportunity to meet their legislators, discuss concerns and offer comments prior to the n upcoming 2019 Williami i Floydl Legislative Session.

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Sabrina Powell – Criminal The Internal Revenue Service has An individual who suffered economic registration December 26 eased the rules on 401(k) hardship losses due to the massive fires in the Ever Brizuela-Erazo – distributions. Plan participants who Golden State (and whose principal Operate motor vehicle without Aime Mendez – Grand theft arranged such withdrawals in 2018 residence is in a California wildfire valid driver's license third degree (and years prior) paid an opportunity disaster area) may take qualified cost. The Internal Revenue Code wildfire distributions of up to barred these $100,000 from a employees from 401(k) through VA Provides $1 Million in making periodic December 31, 2018. contributions to their The money Funding for Florida Veterans 401(k) accounts for withdrawn is fully six months after the taxable, but the withdrawal, and it withdrawal is not Support Line also prevented them subject to a 10 Story Submitted by 2-1-1 Big Bend from exercising any percent early stock options for that withdrawal penalty. length of time. The amount To enhance veteran suicide prevention efforts, the Crisis Center of Tampa In 2019, some withdrawn can also Bay, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Florida Department of flexibility enters the be recontributed to Veterans' Affairs (FDVA) announced today that the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay picture. The the plan within three (Crisis Center) has received a $1 million contract from the VA to enhance Bipartisan Budget years of the services provided to Florida veterans through the Florida Veterans Support Line Act of 2018 (passed distribution. This (1-844-MyFLVet). in February) allows type of hardship "This new collaboration with the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay and the Florida plan sponsors to withdrawal may be Department of Veterans' Affairs will play a vital role in our suicide prevention remove both of those permitted efforts," said Dr. Miguel LaPuz, VA Sunshine Healthcare Network (VISN 8) restrictions in 2019, immediately; the plan Director. "Connecting veterans who are experiencing an emotional or mental if they wish. sponsor has until the health crisis with certified veteran counselors at 2-1-1 Centers across Florida can Some fine print last day of the first and will save lives." worth noting: the plan year, beginning The funding provides necessary resources to place veteran resource BBA also permits on or after January 1, management staff and Veteran Peer Care Coordinators at local, non-profit plan sponsors to give Stacy Bush 2019, to revise the organizations throughout Florida who answer calls from the Florida Veterans employees more plan documents to Support Line. Funding also provides technical assistance to those local sources for hardship withdrawals. In denote the new terms. organizations. Through veteran resource management staff, a database of VA and 2019, plan participants may take What do these rule changes mean Non-VA community resources helpful to veterans will be created and maintained hardship distributions from their for companies sponsoring 401(k) through this project. Veteran Peer Care Coordinators provide follow-up, short- 401(k) account earnings, qualified plans? The message is clear. Review term support to veterans who call 1-844-MyFLVet and 2-1-1. These veteran peers non-elective employer contributions your plan documents and hardship are able to easily relate to veteran callers because of similar life experiences that (QNECs), and qualified matching withdrawal guidelines before 2019 are unique to the veteran community. contributions (QMACs) in addition to begins, and decide whether you want "Peer to Peer support is proven to be extremely effective in connecting elective deferral contributions, to include these provisions. veterans to the network of help they need and deserve. By talking with a fellow discretionary employer profit-sharing Lastly, annual contribution limits veteran, these men and women have the opportunity to work with someone who contributions, regular matching for 401(k) accounts are rising. An has walked a mile in their shoes. Because of this, there is already a baseline of contributions, and earnings on employee can put up to $19,000 into trust established as we work to help the veteran," said Clara Reynolds, President contributions made before December a 401(k) in 2019, up from $18,500 in & CEO of the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay. 31, 1988. 2018. The annual limit on "catch-up" The VA funding provides the next step in implementing a model of care for In 2018 and years prior, a plan contributions, allowed for plan Florida's veterans modeled after the peer function of the national Veterans Crisis participant could only take a hardship participants aged 50 or older, remains Line (1-800-273-8255 and press 1) and innovated for statewide use by the Crisis distribution after taking a loan from at $6,000. Center. The Crisis Center first launched the Florida Veterans Support Line in 2014 as a five-county pilot program. 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There was no shortage of tasty treats at the Madison County Extension Office on Monday, Dec. 17, when the extension office's 4-H program held their holiday bake-off. Youngsters of all ages showed off their culinary skills by preparing a wide array of baked goods, appetizers and more. Brittany Hasty won first place in the cakes category for her pineapple upside down cake. Coleman Williams won the "Golden Spoon" for his sugar cookies with topping. In the candies category, Jessica Hasty won the "Golden Spoon" for her "Grinch bark." Stephanie Hasty took first place in brownies/bar cookies for her brownies. For appetizers, Reno Jesse earned the "Golden Spoon" for her tasty spinach dip braid tree. For specialty items, Harold Baxley won first place for his beautifully decorated gingerbread house. In the decorated cakes group, Jesse collected the first place for her cupcake trees. Jesse also earned the "Golden Whisk" award Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Rick Patrick, December 17, 2018 for best overall for her spinach dip braid tree. Clay Crooks won the adult Festive Hat Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Rick Patrick, December 17, 2018 For more information on other activities with the competition during the recent 4-H Holiday Reno Jesse won the youth Festive Hat competi- Bake-off. tion during the recent 4-H Holiday Bake-off. Madison 4-H program, please call (850) 973-4138.

Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Rick Patrick, December 17, 2018 Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Rick Patrick, December 17, 2018 Winners in each category at the 4-H Holiday Bake-off were awarded the coveted "Golden Spoon" Reno Jesse was the overall winner in the 4-H Holi- award. Pictured in the front, from left to right, are: Harold Baxley and Luke Keeling. Pictured in the back, day Bake-off with her spinach dip braid tree. from left to right, are: Jessica Hasty, Brittany Hasty, Jennifer Hasty, Reno Jesse and Coleman Williams.

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Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Emerald G. Parsons, December 18, 2018 Among the door prizes given away, some guests received gift cards to lo- cal shops and restaurants. Pic- tured, from left to right, are: Nicole Lamar, Dianne Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Emerald G. Parsons, December 18, 2018 Maurice and Every month, guests enter to win door prizes provided by the chamber mem- Wanda Violet. ber hosting the Business After Hours event. This month, there were eight door prizes. Five of the winners include the following, who are pictured from left to right: Bob Austin, Richard Maurice, Carmen Blais, Kimberly Jackson and Donald Yates.

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On Wednesday, Dec. 19, less than one week Photo Submitted before Christmas, children in Greenville had the American Legion once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit the North Auxiliary Post 331 baked and delivered cookies to Pole, by way of the Polar Express. But first, the Greenville city guests had to visit the Greenville Public Library employees the week of to begin their journey. Dec. 10-14. "We The passengers were greeted by Conductor appreciate our city employees!" was the Marvin "Merv" Mattair, who punched their ticket message that went with to ride the magical train that soon took them to Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by John Willoughby, the goodie trays to see Santa Claus after the boarding call at December 19, 2018 Greenville town hall, EMS approximately 2 p.m. Later, the children were Little Caleb was among employees at the fire station, Tri-County treated to the reading of "The Polar Express," many who encountered Santa Claus right before Christmas Electric and the written by Chris Van Allsburg. Following milk at the Greenville Public Library Greenville library. Bakers, and cookies, Conductor Mattair took the children on Wednesday, Dec. 19. pictured from left to to visit Santa Claus, one-by-one, who were able right, were Ann Paquette, to tell him what they wanted for Christmas. Julia Scott and Charlsie Gaston. The Greenville Public Library is open Monday, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.; and Wednesday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. The Greenville Public Library, located at 1325 SW Main St., in Greenville, will be closed New Years Day, Tuesday, Jan. 1. For more information, call (850) 948-2529. Brinson wins ugly sweater contest

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I'm looking for Here we are, in that low-scoring game. Look for the Bulldogs to challenge Washington to pull an upset over the Buckeyes. "limbo" sort of week the Hawkeyes at the line of scrimmage with their Rick's Pick: Washington between Christmas rushing attack. The Hawkeyes have been pretty good day and New Year's Day. The one at stopping the run, giving up just 102.8 yards per Sugar Bowl great thing about this week is that it's possible to game on the ground. In the end, I think it will be the Texas vs. Georgia watch a college football game in the middle of a Bulldogs who will win a tough, old-fashioned, smash- There are some who say the Georgia Bulldogs Thursday afternoon. Who cares if it's Central Kansas mouth football game. should be playing in the college football playoffs, State versus Southern Oregon Tech playing in the Rick's Pick: Mississippi State despite losing the conference championship game to "Visit Tallahassee Bowl" on Dec. 27? Just for fun, let's Alabama. The Bulldogs did pose a challenge to the take a look at some of the interesting games this bowl Fiesta Bowl Crimson Tide in that game, but in the end, the Tide season. LSU vs. UCF rolled again. Had the Bulldogs not lost earlier to the Saturday, Dec. 29 I do regret that this game will be played without LSU Tigers, that argument may be a little more valid. Peach Bowl the Golden Knight's starting quarterback, McKenzie But the fact of the matter is that Georgia did lose to Florida vs Michigan Milton, who suffered a devastating knee injury at the LSU and that paved the way for other, undefeated The Florida Gators have, on some Saturdays, end of the season. Even with Milton, I would have teams to lay claim to the playoff spots. The Bulldogs' exceeded expectations. On most Saturdays, they have given the edge to the Bayou Bengals. The Golden consolation prize is a trip to the "Big Easy" for a game shown that even though they are improving, they have Knights turned to backup quarterback Darriel Mack, with the Texas Longhorns. I look for the Bulldogs to a long way to go before they return to the "glory days" Jr. to lead them to an American Athletic Conference win big in New Orleans. The Bulldogs are a near two- of Florida football. For some reason, it seems the championship over the Memphis Tigers. Mack had a touchdown favorite and I look for them to cover that Michigan Wolverines have had the Gators' number. I good game, but he put the ball on the ground four without much problem. think this game will show that, while the Gators are times. You can bet the LSU defense will have that in Rick's Pick: Georgia getting better, they aren't quite there yet. Inconsistency mind when the two teams meet in Tempe. This game Monday, Jan. 7 on offense, especially in the quarterback position, could have been closer had the Golden Knights been National Championship Game keeps me from giving the nod to the Swamp Lizards. at full-strength with Milton. The way the two teams Clemson vs. Alabama Rick's Pick: Michigan match up now, I think LSU has a clear advantage. Of course, this match-up is contingent upon the Rick's Pick: LSU accuracy of my predictions for Saturday, Dec. 29 in Belk Bowl the Orange Bowl and the Cotton Bowl. I actually feel South Carolina vs. Virginia Rose Bowl pretty confident in those predictions, so I'll go ahead The Gamecocks have had an up and down season Washington vs. Ohio State and give my prediction for the championship game. I this year, but they have done well enough for Coach The "Grandaddy of them all" bowl game in have learned to focus on defense in these evenly- Will Muschamp to get a nice contract extension Pasadena should be a good game this year. The game, matched games. I think the defensive unit for the Tide through the next five years. The Gamecocks star which usually features the Big-10 Champion vs. the has an edge in this game. By that I mean, the Alabama receiver, Deebo Samuel has chosen to forgo his junior Pac-10 Champion, is always entertaining to watch. defense will have more success at stopping the season and will skip the bowl game in the hopes of This year should be no different. During the early part Clemson offense than Clemson will have in stopping playing football on Sundays. I really can't say I blame of the season, many felt Ohio State would be making a the Alabama offense. This is one I will certainly be players for opting for the draft early, but I'm not crazy challenge in the playoff. However, a mid-season upset watching, and should be an entertaining way to finish about them skipping the bowl game. But that's a loss to Purdue pretty much knocked the Buckeyes out off a very entertaining college football season. debate for another day. Even without Samuel, I'll give of the national championship conversation. Buckeye Rick's Pick: Alabama a slight edge to the Gamecocks. head coach Urban Meyer made the decision to retire Rick's Pick: South Carolina from coaching, again, and will now be the Assistant Well, there you have it. Get that bowl of chips and Athletic Director at Ohio State. How long that stint snacks ready, save me a spot at the end of the sofa and Cotton Bowl will last is anyone's guess. The Buckeyes are a 6.5- let's have some fun with some great football. Happy Notre Dame vs. Clemson point favorite, but looking at the two teams, I like the New Year, everyone! This game will be the first of the college playoff games. If any team has a good chance of pulling off an upset, I think it would be the Irish in this game. Cowboys' hardwood Perhaps I shouldn't say a "good" chance, but simply a chance. This will likely be a pretty good game, but in the end, I think the Tigers will come out on top. success continues Rick's Pick: Clemson Rick Patrick: Orange Bowl Greene Publishing, Inc. High School. The Cowboys had little trouble Oklahoma vs. Alabama handling the Bulldogs and finished the evening with The other college playoff game will be a good The Madison County High School (MCHS) an overwhelming 74-20 victory. Lawson chalked up game, but I don't look for this one to be as close as the Cowboys continue to have success on the basketball 17 points and three steals for the Cowboys. Mitchell Clemson vs. Notre Dame game. The Sooners may court. The boys varsity team improved their record, also had 17 points, as well as eight rebounds, five challenge the Tide early in the game, but later, it will to 5-0 with two more road wins. assists and six steals. Jay accounted for 13 points, be the Crimson Tide that will once again roll. On Thursday, Dec. 20, the Cowboys traveled to five rebounds, five assists and five steals. Simmons Rick's Pick: Alabama Quincy to take on the Scorpions of Crossroads had 13 points and five rebounds for the Cowboys. Monday, Dec. 31 Academy in Quincy, Fla. After a close, tough fought Kameron Connor scored seven points while swiping Gator Bowl game, the Cowboys were able to come out with a 64- four steals. Joshua Rowell added six points to the North Carolina State vs. Texas A&M 62 win. Vincenta Mitchell led the Cowboys with 18 Cowboys' tally. From all the indications I've seen, this should be a points. Travis Jay added 15 points for the Cowboys. The Cowboys are currently playing in the Bay pretty close game. The over/under in this game is 59 Christopher Simmons also had double-digits with 12 Barn Storm Tournament, in Panama City, Fla. The points, which suggests it could be a high-scoring affair. points. 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December 26, 1958 Charlanne Dotters, daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Charles W. 60 Dotters, celebrated her thirteenth birthday anniversary YEARS Monday evening at the Legion home with a lovely party. ago Thirty young guests spent the evening with proms and dancing. Assisting in entertaining were Mr. and Mrs. Dotters, Mr. Harry Cullen, Miss Mary Ruth Kramer and Mike Parrish. The Cocoa Room at Hotel Hancock was the setting Saturday evening for a buffet dinner honoring Jimmy Sullivan and his guest, Miss Elizabeth Bradley of Jasper. Hosts were T.J.Beggs, III, Ashley Beggs, Billy Beggs and Waring Wyche Jr. Decorations in the room emphasized the Christmas motif. The bountiful menu consisted of turkey, Photo courtesy of Florida Memory, State Library and Archives of Florida. ham, salads, desserts and coffee. Twenty guests enjoyed the The 1939 girls basketball team at Madison High School smiles for the camera. delightful occasion. Pictured, in the front row, from left to right, are: Elaine Brown, Robbie Black, Billy Braswell, 25, was under surgery for three hours Winifred Williams, Lorene Sullivan, Leila Welch and Frances Ezell. In the back row, Thursday night at the local hospital for an injury to his right pictured from left to right, are: Trudy Register, Katie Williams, Juanita Ezell, Doris Welch, Louise Brown and Dorothy Newsome. The individual in the back row, to the hand caused from an accidental blast from a shot gun. far right, remains unknown. 50 December 27, 1968 agoYEARS

Mrs. Maurice King of Madison is shown with the new, caboose-shaped property marker which was presented to her Photo courtesy of Florida Memory, State Library and Archives of Florida. by Florida Power Corporation employees at the Suwannee This photo of the Madison Town Band is speculated to have been taken in the late 1800s or early 1900s. River plant near Ellaville. With Mrs. King is Ray Bell, plant instrument mechanic and water analyst. 40 December 29, 1978 agoYEARS

Photo courtesy of Florida Memory, State Library and Archives of Florida. James Madison Groover rolls his grandson Wyche Groover in a wheelbarrow, speculated to have occurred in the 1910s.

Patricia Elaine Hill of Madison was selected Miss Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity at Edward Waters College, in Jacksonville. Miss Hill, a freshman Sociology major, is Aboriginal History shown with Dr. Everett Abney, Area Superintendent of Dade County Public Schools. Hill is the daughter of Mrs. Lessie M. Jones of Madison. December 28, 1988 Jerry and Karen Higginbotham announce the birth of a December 29, 1776: John McClelland's station was a settlement near 30 baby girl born on Sunday, Nov. 20, in St. Vincent's Hospital present day Lexington, Ky. Today, Mingos, under Chief Pluggy, will attack YEARS in Jacksonville. The baby weighed seven pounds 10 ounces the stockade. Men would be killed on both sides, including both forces' ago and was 19 inches long. The little lady was named Jessica leaders. The Indians would eventually give up the attack. Rae. Maternal grandparents are Sonny and Juanita Cason of December 31, 1813: Indian and British forces, under General Phineas, Jacksonville. Great-grandparents are John F. and Ethelene will attack Buffalo, N.Y. today. They will burn the small village to the Jarvis Wilson of Quitman, Ga. and Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Cason ground. Settlers will return soon, and rebuild. of Cherry Lake. Paternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Bob December 28, 1890: As Big Foot, another Sioux leader, led his tribe th Reynolds of Fort Lauderdale. Great-grandparents are Mr. and away from the reservation they were surrounded by 7 Cavalry troops at Mrs. E.L. Higginbotham of Baldwin. Wounded Knee Creek. The next morning, when the cavalry tried to disarm Mary Michelle Fennell celebrated her first birthday, Dec. the Sioux, shots rang out and, during the next 6 hours, 146 Sioux men, th 11, with a party given by her parents Clay and Terri Fennell, women and children, including Big Foot, were killed. The 7 Cavalry lost at their home. 31.

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John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. entertainment for people around the world sitting in Jennifer Lopez, Shawn Mendes, Kane Brown, Post the warmth of their home waiting for the clock to Malone, Macklemore and many others in New York It's been well over a century since the tradition strike midnight. The series began as City, N.Y.; New Orleans, La.; and we know as the New Year's Eve ball drop began. a competition with other New Year's Hollywood, Cal. Today, thousands upon thousands gather around their Eve broadcasts, such as the one Famously known for the ball televisions waiting on midnight while millions gather presented by Guy Lombardo. Clark drop, Clark's program did not begin around Times Square, in New York City, in freezing was a Times Square reporter during the tradition. They did, however, weather to see a phenomenon that begs to be the first episode of the Rockin' Eve bring the tradition into the limelight experienced. series, when it was broadcasted by of popularity. The first official ball New Year's Eve, and ringing in the new year in NBC. The broadcast was moved to drop took place on New Year's Eve style, is celebrated in many fashions. Some attend ABC the following year where the 1907 when designer Artkraft Strauss concerts that conclude 30 minutes or one hour past show is still being broadcast. was hired by Adolph Ochs, The New the new year and others may have a small campfire at On Dec. 31, 1999, the program York Times' owner, to build it from their home, telling stories and counting down the old- was expanded to be a day-long iron and wood. 100 light bulbs lit the fashioned way. But there was not a party quite like broadcast, dubbed ABC 2000 Today, 700-pound monster. The ball was the one celebrated each year by the world’s oldest reporting on stateside festivities, as used annually until it was retired in Dick Clark teenager … Dick Clark. well as certain happenings across the 1920. Iron was used, instead of both “Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve” provides globe. More than 1,000 ABC crew iron and wood, to construct the members were a part of the broadcast. The show second ball, which was retired in 1955 following a Monday - Friday received a Peabody Award. two-year hiatus in 1942 and 1943, due to lighting 2004 was the first year Clark did not participate restrictions caused by World War II. The third ball 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. in the New Year's Eve festivities. Clark suffered from was then constructed of aluminum and weighed Saturdrday a stroke at the beginning of October. Clark, however, approximately 150 lb, more than 450 lb less than the 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. returned the following year, joining Ryan Seacrest first ever ball. A redesign of the ball came in 1995 who was named co-host. when it was decorated with 18 halogen bulbs and 144 The 2012 edition of “New Year's Rockin' Eve” strobe lights. The third ball, which was the last ball to HHaaappppppyy New YYeeeaaarr! was the last episode for Clark as he passed away on have a diameter of five feet, was retired in 1999 April 18, 2012. The program is still being held in The fourth ball was constructed just in time for •Same day repair service Clark's name, hosted by Ryan Seacrest and co-hosted the 2000 New Year celebration. The fourth ball •Custom design studio by Jenny McCarthy. weighed approximately 1,070 lb, with a six-foot Since the beginning of the program, big-name diameter. More than 600 halogen bulbs, 96 strobe 50% off watches artists and groups, such as MC Hammer, Miley lights and 504 triangular Waterford crystal panels 35% off selected jewelery Cyrus, Billy Joel, Carrie Underwood and many others made the ball what it was. In 2002, the ball's crystal have been featured performers. 2017 saw the panels were engraved with the names of those who Visit us on Facebook expansion of the program with celebrations in New lost their lives in the attack on the World Trade myyjjewelersworkshop Orleans, La., allowing for more performers during the Center on Sept. 11, 2001. 1744 Gornto Rd., Suite A (across from Publix) program. This year, audience members and viewers The current ball, which you will see drop at Valdosta, Ga. 31601 can expect to see performances from Christina midnight on Monday, Dec. 31, was also (229) 245-1548 Aguilera, Dan and Shay, New Kids on the Block, manufactured by Waterford Crystal, but weighs approximately 11,875 lb. LED lamps are used to HaHapappppypy NeNewew YYeeaearar! light the spherical figure, using less energy than it took to power the bulbs used in previous balls. The ball is on display year-round in Times Square. “Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve” will air on Monday, Dec. 31, beginning at 8 p.m., on ABC. For more information, log onto newyearsrockineve.com. Happy New YYeear to Madison Happy New County and the staff at the Madison County Sheriff’s Office! Year!

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Dredge grits, but this recipe for “Fried 1 teaspoon paprika the fillets in the cornmeal mixture, 12/14-12/28, ch Catfish Po’ Babies With Creole (optional) shaking off the excess. Rémoulade Sauce” from Denise 12 bolillo rolls or French- Fry the fillets, in batches of two Gee’s “Southern Appetizers” style rolls whole ones or four small portions, RENT SPECIAL Move in paying half of Rockingham Berry Farms, (Chronicle Books) shows that until golden brown, turning once, LLC, 04 temporary southerners have an entire catalog Rinse the catfish fillets and dry 5 to 6 minutes. Remove the fish the security deposit and farmworkers first months rent. Then (Alma, GA) of drool-worthy dishes up their using paper towels. In a small from the oil with a large slotted have 90 days to pay the 02/01/2019- 11/15/2019, sleeves. bowl, whisk together the spoon. other half of the securi- available for the whole buttermilk and hot sauce (if Transfer the cooked fillets to a ty deposit. HUD vouch- period. Work in inclement Fried Catfish Po’ Babies With using). Place the catfish in a single wire rack fitted into a rimmed pan. ers accepted. 2 & 3 BR weather (rain, heat, cold, hot, humid) weather may Creole Rémoulade Sauce layer in a 9-by-13 baking dish; Keep warm, uncovered, in a 225 F HC & non-HC accessi- Serves 12 pour the buttermilk mixture over oven until ready to serve. ble apts. Call 850-973- fluctuate work hours (+/-); possible downtimes. the fish. Cover and refrigerate for Cut the rolls in half and, if 8582, TDD/TTY 711. 12 4-5 ounce or six 9-ounce 8 hours, turning once. (A necessary, lightly toast them 315 SW Lawson Circle, $10.95/hour. 35 hours a Madison, FL 32340. week. Workers will be thin-cut, farm-raised cat buttermilk marinade enhances the (brushing the interiors with olive Equal Housing Oppor- planting and re-planting fish fillets, halved flavor of the fish.) oil or melted butter, if desired). tunity. “In accordance blueberries. 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