Treasure Hunt Providing support for the myth that there is a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow, this beautiful photo marks the spot where thousands will ply local waters in search of scallops containing “white gold” treasure (scallop meat) beginning this weekend in Steinhatchee. For all the details on the 2019 scallop season, including preliminary scallop survey numbers, check out our special “Dive In” Scallop Guide inside today’s edition. (Photo by Tom Muscher, courtesy of Simply Steinhatchee) 50¢ Friday/ Saturday June 14-15, 2019 www.perrynewspapers.com After 3-hour chase Leon County fugitive caught

Local law enforcement him into custody. to make contact with Cruse foot out of a rear door of Police Department (PPD). officers have had convicted Cruce was wanted on at a residence on Pittman- the residence,” Vinson “Cruce ran through the TUESDAY, felon James Kelly Cruce, two outstanding warrants Carter Road around 3:30 reported. woods to Millinor Road and 32, on their radar “for some out of Leon County, both p.m. Taylor Correctional onto the property known as JUNE 18 time now,” according to for failing to appear (FTA) “When I arrived at 445 Institution (TCI) K-9 the old Consolidated Woods officials, and on Wednesday in court there on charges of Pittman-Carter Road, I officers were called to assist Product area. They tracked afternoon, spent three grand theft and driving with observed him sitting on in tracking Cruce, along him for three hours before Voters go hours tracking him through a revoked license. the front porch. Cruce with several members of he was arrested,” TCSO a cluster of woods off The chase began when got up, went inside and the Taylor County Sheriff’s ➟ Please see page 9 to the polls Millinor Road before taking Inv. Jason Vinson attempted subsequently fled on Office (TCSO) and Perry for special Resident asks: ‘How much is a life worth? election Nearly 9.5% of Taylor County voters have already cast their ballots in Tuesday’s special Bridge over troubled waters election for the open Florida House District 7 The future of a single- making any major repairs seat. lane, wooden bridge in to the bridge due to the As of presstime Steinhatchee has sparked future possibility of the Thursday, a total of 1,176 numerous debates and no state replacing the structure votes had been cast out of small amount of indecision with a concrete bridge, 12,427 registered voters. on the part of the Taylor is currently awaiting a Of those, 892 ballots had County Commission over recommendation from been cast by mail while the past month. County Engineer Kenneth another 284 voters had The bridge, which Dudley on whether the taken advantage of early allows Granger Drive bridge can be opened to voting hours at the Taylor to cross over one of the pedestrian traffic. County Supervisor of community’s many canals, According to Dudley, he Elections office. has been closed to all spoke Thursday morning traffic since January when with Michael Scherer, PE, the Florida Department of structural engineer with Transportation (FDOT) Ayers Associates, which declared it unsafe due to performed the bridge structural deficiencies. review for FDOT. While residents along “He said he is good Granger Drive still have with pedestrian crossings access to their properties, but would not extend several have stated that that approval of access to the bridge being closed is motor vehicles,” Dudley a safety issue due to the said. “Currently, they flooding concerns along the are scheduled to verify District 3 County Commissioner Sean Murphy joined local property roadway. continued closure in July owners John and Gale Dickert to inspect the support structure under the The commission, which ➟ Please see page 2 wooden Granger Drive bridge that has been temporarily closed to vehicle (R) Jason Shoaf to date has decided against traffic. County fills four TCDA board seats In the past it has been earlier this month when ultimately re-appointed Melissa Fijalkowski and request by the TCDA board difficult at times for the the county received 10 Don Everett Jr. -- one Wallace Holmes. Current to amend its ordinance Taylor County Commission applications to fill four of two sitting board TCDA board member governing the economic to make appointments to open positions on the Taylor members seeking new Alan Dodimead was not development agency to various volunteer boards County Development terms -- and appointed reappointed. expand the board from five due to a lack of applicants, Authority (TCDA). three new board members, In early 2018, the county ➟ Please see page 3 but that was not the case The commission including: David Beecher, commission approved a

(D) Ryan Terrell

Early voting began Council will pay for Saturday, June 8, and will continue through Saturday, June 15, from Lake City hotel stay 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The office is located The Perry City Council has approved a request by at 422 U.S. 19 North in Councilwoman Shirlie Hampton to pay for a hotel room Perry. when she attends the monthly North Central Florida Those who plan to Regional Planning Council meetings in Lake City as its vote on Election Day representative. (Tuesday, June 18) must Council members voted unanimously Tuesday to do so at their precinct earmark an estimated $450 to cover the hotel room voting location. Voters expenses through the end of this fiscal year (September) in Precinct 13, who and will look at budgeting an estimated $1,300 to cover a normally vote at the Three-vehicle crash full year of travel expenses. Jerkins Community A three-vehicle crash at the intersection of Jefferson Street and West The planning council meets in Lake City once a month Center, are reminded that Saxon Street Thursday afternoon temporarily affected the already- for 11 months out of the year. they will instead vote at congested traffic conditions on the main City of Perry roadway clogged When it came time to discuss the budget amendment, Loughridge Park, located with vehicles detoured around the railroad crossing repair work on Hwy. Hampton said she had found hotel rooms that cost less than ➟ Please see page 9 19. No one was seriously injured, but at least one victim was transported ➟ Please see page 3 to the hospital for treatment after being cut by broken glass. Index Two sections 130th Year, No. 24 Weather Looking Back...... A-4 Entertainment...... A-8 Friday 90˚ Saturday 90˚ Sunday 90˚ Religion...... A-6 Sports...... A-10 66˚ 69˚ 71˚ Community...... A-7 Classifieds...... A-11 30% A-2 Perry News-Herald June 14-15, 2019 Dudley, FDOT disagree on ‘temporary’ repairs BRIDGE “Okay, I gave it my best Continued from page 1 shot,” Page said. Feagle said she was okay but would check with FDOT with Dudley returning with to see if they would be a plan to make the bridge able to check things more capable of supporting thoroughly just to validate pedestrian traffic, including the permissiveness of a spending the estimated continued ‘Pedestrian Only’ $10,000 to do so. accessibility.” Murphy instead asked The commission held a Morgan about returning public hearing on the bridge the bridge up to vehicular at its May 6 meeting, posing standards, and she said the question of whether the county could make to replace the bridge or to “temporary” repairs to bring remove it. Several years the bridge up to a 3-ton ago, when the county last standard -- the lowest rating made repairs to the bridge, FDOT will give a bridge -- a number of area residents that would allow vehicular requested the commission The Granger Drive bridge in Steinhatchee has been closed to all traffic since January when the traffic, but would not include Florida Department of Transportation declared the structure unsafe to structural deficiencies. consider removing it (Photo courtesy of John and Gale Dickert) emergency vehicles. altogether to improve boat “The cost would probably traffic through the canal commission during the walls and abutments could in turn questioned Morgan piles and walk away from be the same to bring it which flows under the hearing, Dudley suggested be repaired for a much on her understanding of it and consider it a suitable back to pedestrian traffic,” bridge. going with the third option, lower cost than the price “temporary,” stating he repair. It would have to be Murphy said. In the days leading up to warning the commission Dudley quoted at the May 6 felt there was still some structurally shored up on the “No, sir,” Dudley said. the public hearing, however, against making repairs to meeting. The Dickerts also “ambiguity” over FDOT’s water side to make sure what “No way.” the commission received the bridge because it could relayed they had spoken with definition. we do doesn’t just fall right “You don’t think so?” more than 40 e-mails about jeopardize the bridge’s representatives from FDOT “Looking at the bridge into water. So, I’m having a Murphy asked. the bridge, most from people chances of being selected. who said repairs could be report, there is a serious real hard time understanding “I do not,” Dudley said, asking that the bridge remain He added that once the made without jeopardizing structural deficiency related how I can get it to the adding again that he did and instead be repaired. A bridge was chosen, the future state funding. to both abutments,” Dudley temporary classification not believe the repairs petition with 88 signatures county could conduct repairs This resulted in the said. “They’re both going with the extent of work necessary to allow vehicular was presented to the county and it would not affect the commission re-addressing into the water. There is that’s going to be needed to traffic would be considered at its May 6 public hearing bridge’s place on FDOT’s the issue at its June 3 a tremendous amount just make it safe.” “temporary.” urging the county to repair five-year work program. meeting, during which both of structural decay and Dudley and Morgan “I’d like to see those the bridge due to safety, Several residents spoke the Dickerts and several degradation on the abutment continued to go back and that cross that bridge and emergency response and during the hearing, with one FDOT officials were present, piles that are below the water forth without seemingly use it, be able to use it,” evacuation concerns. requesting it be removed with much of the resulting line. There are some places coming to a common Commissioner Thomas At the hearing, Dudley and the rest asking that it discussion consisting of a with up to zero section ground on the definition of Demps said. “But, provided the commission be repaired due to the safety protracted debate between remaining in the abutment “temporary.” sometimes when it’s not three options on the bridge concerns resulting from its Dudley and the FDOT walls. This is a major “I have to trust our safe, it’s better to do what and the resulting costs. closure. representatives over the component of that bridge. engineer,” Feagle said. “If we need to do. If you Removing the bridge Ultimately, the definition of “temporary.” It’s the only component he doesn’t feel like he can remember, they built a new would cost the county commission voted Murphy questioned again of the bridge except for a safely repair this bridge bridge down in Miami, and approximately $50,000, unanimously to go with the whether repairs could be central bend. without doing certain things, the whole bridge collapsed. while he estimated replacing third option to seek the state made to re-open the bridge “So, we hear we can I don’t think he’ll do it. And, No engineer wants to put it with a similar wooden funding for a new concrete without hurting the county’s go back in and put a few I couldn’t support that.” their stamp on something structure would cost between bridge, while also working chances of getting state more cables in, to kind “To clarify, what I’m that’s not right.” $150,000 to $200,000. with FDOT to see if the funding. of pull things back up, saying is I don’t see how we Although the commission The third option outlined bridge could be opened FDOT’s Melissa Morgan and everything is great can safely repair it to a point did not take formal action by Dudley would be to allow to pedestrian traffic or stated the county could for the next 10 years. It that it is, in our opinion, safe during the June 3 meeting, the Florida Department of potentially golf carts. make temporary repairs to worries me and [County for vehicular traffic without Dudley said he would bring Transportation (FDOT) to Since that meeting, John the bridge, adding that she Public Works Director] getting it to a point that is no back his recommendation on replace the existing structure and Gale Dickert, who own a and the other FDOT officials Hank [Evans] that if we go longer structurally deficient, what it would take to bring with a new concrete home on Granger Drive, have present were willing to through there, in order to and the byproduct of it the bridge up to a standard to bridge, which would cost addressed the commission work with the county to repair that abutment, you’re being no longer structurally allow pedestrian traffic. approximately $1.6 million, multiple times -- at both the ensure whatever work was going to have to replace that deficient means that it is At the end of the but at no cost to the county. board’s regular meeting on done would be considered abutment because there’s no longer a candidate for discussion, Gale Dickert Dudley said the bridge May 21 and its workshop “temporary” in the eyes of nothing from the water the bridge replacement again addressed the was on the state’s list of on May 28 -- requesting FDOT. line down that would be program,” Dudley said. commission, urging them to off-system bridges under the commissioners She added that reusable. And, I don’t know When Feagle asked Evans make the repairs necessary consideration for funding, reconsider their decision and Levy County has done how you could fix anything for his opinion on the bridge, to allow vehicular traffic, but did not make the latest advocating the county repair “innovative” repairs to temporarily or permanently he said, “I feel the same way noting that the area saw funding cut, adding that and re-open the bridge to bridges, suggesting the without removing all of that. Kenneth does. There’s a lot five feet of water during the list is re-evaluated vehicle traffic. county reach out to their So, our concern is if you do of deterioration below the Hurricane Hermine. every year. When, and if, District 3 Commissioner engineer for suggestions as a temporary repair to that water line on that bridge that “This is not a normal the bridge was selected for Sean Murphy joined the well. extent, one, we may do more you can’t see but at low tide. situation,” she said. “What is replacement, it would be Dickerts on a tour of Early in the discussion, harm than good if we go in It would take a substantial a life worth? $200,000? You about five years from that the bridge to look at its commissioners Jim Moody there with the equipment. amount of money to get it need to reconsider.” point before the work would substructure, arguing that and Malcolm Page stated Second, if we went through back up to standards for Next to speak was John commence. the bridge’s deck is still in they were in favor of there and did what we vehicular traffic.” Dickert, who said, “I know While addressing the good shape and the retaining conducting the necessary considered a temporary Dudley said that he could you’re going to repair temporary repairs to re- repair, we embedded try to get the bridge certified the bridge. It’s a good open the bridge to vehicular new timber piles and for pedestrian traffic, which investment, because you traffic. reconstructed the abutments is not something FDOT will don’t know when you’re However, Commission on both sides of the creek, do, as it only determines a going to get a concrete Chair Pam Feagle said she protected it, backfilled it, bridge’s ability to handle bridge.” wanted to follow Dudley’s opened it back up, what is vehicular traffic. He said The Dickerts say Granger advice, adding that she was DOT’s next action? he was willing to make Road homeowners are not in favor of spending “It would have to be that determination himself, overwhelmingly in favor of “any local taxpayer money inspected prior to opening,” but added that he was still quickly repairing the bridge for a temporary fix” on Dudley said. “At that point, awaiting the load-rating for safe passage by vehicles the bridge when the state you’re going to re-evaluate analysis from FDOT and its because the other road is funding was available in the its structural integrity at that bridge inspector in order to often flooded and can be future. point.” do so. blocked by fallen trees or a “That [state-funded] fix “Correct,” Morgan said. Murphy asked how much it vehicle stuck or stalled by might come in 10 years,” “So, we know what it is would cost for the necessary rapidly-rising water in case Morgan said. “It might come today because it’s below repairs to make the bridge of a storm surge. in 15 years. We can’t say it a certain threshold that ready for pedestrian traffic, “Tropical Storm will happen in five years.” makes it a candidate. If we and Dudley estimated it Hermine’s storm surge was “We understand that,” went through and did that, would cost around $10,000 five feet deep on Granger Feagle said. “There is still a I can’t fathom that it would to install new chains to help peninsula and Hurricane way in and out. It’s not like retain its eligibility with that hold up the abutments. Michael’s surge was over anybody is landlocked.” degree of temporary repair.” Page asked if installing two and a half feet deep Feagle then asked Dudley “When you say temporary new chains would allow on Granger lots and road. to take the podium, and he repair, if you’re leaving pedestrian traffic, then why Even during lesser storms the existing piles in there couldn’t the county make it and spring tides, water to continue to carry the ready for vehicular traffic as often breaches sea walls, capacity they currently well. merging with the canal and carry…then you install some “I wish that you guys flooding Granger Road crunch bench piles adjacent would take the opportunity and residential lots,” Gale to the existing ones…and to read -- it’s very boring to Dickert stated. not compromise what is read obviously -- the bridge “If one has a medical there right now, that would report,” Dudley said. “They emergency or is seeking be considered temporary,” are very, very meticulous. safety during a storm, a Morgan said. They break it down to the second egress is a must,” She added that they were various elements of the she said. “The good news is willing to look at what they bridge. I went back through that FDOT agrees the bridge were proposing to do with it before this meeting. It’s decking does not need the bridge to make sure that not just pile 1-2. It’s pile repair. On examining the it would fall into FDOT’s 1-2, 1-3, 1-4, 1-5, 3-1, 3-2. pilings beneath the bridge definition of “temporary.” It’s every one except one or last week, it was noted that “You’re basically doing two here that’s got issues in a major failure is the cable work to get it back open to it. You don’t see that kind of that tied in the buttresses has traffic,” Morgan said. stuff unless you know what broken in places and must “Well, we know that to look for. The guy got his be replaced, in addition to the piles that are at both hammer stuck in the end of structural repairs. While abutments now...there is no the pile bend that’s sitting Granger Bridge was built embedment into the rock on top of the pile that the to high standards and has whatsoever,” Dudley said. runners are sitting on that is stood the test of time, like “I couldn’t in good faith supporting that car when it all wood bridges, repairs are go down there and build drives across it. You don’t necessary from time to time. something behind those want to drive across it.” And, this is such a time.” A-3 Perry News-Herald June 14-15, 2019 New TCDA board members include Super Pufft CFO, Marshall Health executive director and local pastor TCDA ranging from $100 million grateful manner to improve bylaws to take into account a second time during its commission’s top three Continued from page 1 to $700 million. I have the development in Taylor the new positions. The June 3 meeting. Under its choices, but there was ‘green-fielded’ half a County. I would like to commission ultimately usual appointment policy, a tie for fourth between to seven members. TCDA dozen facilities ranging see new, clean businesses tabled the issue to give the each commissioner ranked Dodimead and Fijalkowski. board members serve four- from 100,000-250,000 that the citizens in Taylor TCDA board time to make all 10 applicants from one The commission then year terms. square feet. I have worked County can work in and the changes. (their top choice) to 10 repeated the exercise with Prior to the most with state and local be proud of who they work According to Pemberton, (their last choice). County the two tied candidates, and recent appointments, municipalities to secure with daily.” the TCDA board Attorney Conrad Bishop Fijalkowski was ultimately the board consisted of these ventures.” The commission was subsequently amended its then tallied the results, chosen as the fourth and Dodimead, Everett, Marvin Fijalkowski is executive originally set to make the bylaws, but in the interim, with the four applicants final candidate. Brooks, Matt Eckel and director of Marshall appointments for the two Everett and Dodimead’s with the lowest totals Commissioner Malcolm Auley Rowell. County Health and Rehab. In newly-created TCDA board terms had expired or becoming the commission’s Page then made a motion Commissioner Pam Feagle her application, she said, positions in April, but it was were about to expire, appointments. to approve the four selected and City Councilwoman “As a recent resident, I determined that while the necessitating two additional When Bishop finished applicants. Commissioner Venita Woodfaulk also am eager to get involved commission had amended appointments. his tallies, he announced Sean Murphy seconded, serve on the board as in serving and growing its ordinance, the TCDA The commission took up that Everett, Holmes and the measure passed non-voting members, as my community. I look board had not amended its the issue of the appointments and Beecher were the unanimously. do County Administrator forward to the opportunity LaWanda Pemberton and to serve in any way I am City Manager Bob Brown. needed. I am experienced The other five candidates in workforce development, not chosen included: and know I can be an Dodimead, Hilton Blair asset to the service of this Beaty II, Taylor County development board. School Board member “As a longtime healthcare Deidra Dunnell, Sara Agner provider, I know how Grambling, Tina Harden important it is to create jobs and Sandra Parker. to grow a community. I am Beecher is chief finance a licensed nursing home officer of Super Pufft administrator with skilled Snacks USA. In his nursing/long-term care and application, he said, “I grew assisted-living experience.” up in Tallahassee, and I Holmes was a school recently moved back to this teacher for 35 years and area. I want to get involved a city commissioner in in my community. I believe Madison for four years, my experience in finance as well as pastor at Shady and operations would Grove Methodist Church benefit the board in vetting for 38 years. He also served companies and helping on the Taylor County Value Taylor County grow. Adjustment Board for five “I was a Florida CPA for years. 20-plus years,” he said. “I In his application, have served as CFO and VP Holmes said, “I want to of operations for companies see that Taylor County will with annual revenues continue in a fruitful and

Royal sisters! Taylor County sisters Albree Shiver and Addison Shiver, the daughters of Loomis and Amy Shiver of Perry, were crowned Jefferson County Miss Watermelon Queen and Teen Miss Watermelon Queen respectively during ceremonies held Saturday, June 1. They will be honored guests at the 69th annual Watermelon Festival underway this weekend in Monticello. Albree also won prettiest hair, prettiest dress, best stage presence, best interview and Miss Congeniality. Addison won prettiest hair, prettiest dress, best stage presence and the scholastic achievement award. Albree will be featured on WCTV’s noon spotlight with Art Myers today (Friday). ‘You’ll be safe’ HOTEL STAY You’ll be there already, Continued from page 1 you’ll be safe,” said Councilman Mike Deming, than the average $100 who was the council’s most per night charged by the recent representative on the Holiday Inn where the planning board. meetings are held. Deming made a motion “There are rooms to approve the budget available for $80 a night,” amendment; Councilwoman she said. Venita Woodfaulk offered “Even at $80 a night, you a second, and it passed have to add 12 percent tax unanimously 4-0 with to that, so it’s really not that Deming, Hampton, much of a savings,” Finance Woodfaulk and Mayor Director Penny Staffney Alan Hall voting in favor. said. (Councilman Ward Ketring “I wouldn’t want you to was not present for the have to go down the road. meeting.) Looking Back A-4 Perry News-Herald June 14-15, 2019 Remember when... Happy Father’s Day to me

By ANTHONY L. WHITE [email protected]

Happy Father’s Day to me. The first time I said those words to myself was in the early 1990s, a few years after I became a godfather. Way back then, my friend Cynthia, who was several months pregnant, asked me if I would be her child’s god daddy. The thought of being a godparent had never River view crossed my mind, so I wasn’t quite sure how to With the opening of scallop season this weekend, Steinhatchee will be flooded with visitors from answer her question. near and far. Many are likely to enjoy this river view, captured in a picture postcard from the early I knew what being a godparent 1970s. It depicts the inside of Cooey’s Restaurant, owned and operated by Ramon Cooey. Started consisted of because I had a godmother, in 1934 by Broward and Elizabeth Cooey, the restaurant was located at the site of today’s Fiddler’s Restaurant. Betty Ann Maxwell, who named me and was a close family friend, and my mother THE PERRY NEWS-HERALD had a goddaughter, Donna Kaye. But me? A June 15, 1984 godfather? Cynthia must have sensed the difficulty I was A glance at the past having answering her question, so she answered for me. “You are my baby’s god daddy.” Cynthia kept me updated on her pregnancy School gets 1 full-time SRO from that day until her son, Ivan, was born. When Cynthia brought Ivan home from the hospital, I did what a good godparent would do – I stopped by to meet my godchild for the first time. During the next couple of years, I played the role. I bought birthday and Christmas gifts for my godson, and I stopped by occasionally to see him. The first time he called me “God Daddy” sealed the deal. I was a godparent. But then, I moved to Detroit and only saw my SCHOOLS TO GET Godson when I came home for Christmas. FULL-TIME RESOURCE Three years later, I moved back home. I was POLICE OFFICER planning to stop by and see Ivan, but I got caught up in getting settled in and catching up with old The Taylor County School Board unanimously friends. One Sunday afternoon, about two weeks approved a school resource after I moved back, my uncle Larry, his wife, officer (SRO) program that Precious, and their son, Kevin, were visiting. I put a full-time Perry Police was in the kitchen preparing dinner, while they sat Department officer at local out on the porch with my grandmother. schools the following fall. The officer was to divide I heard a young boy’s voice that I didn’t recognize say, “How y’all doing?” his time equally between Students of Rebecca Smith held their fourth annual recital at the Perry all the schools in the Perry Wesleyan Church in June 1984. Each student played two memorized “We’re okay, Baby,” I heard my grandmother area, with the exception of pieces, including classical, contemporary and hymns. Receiving special respond. “I haven’t seen you in a while.” the Vo-Tech Center, which recognition as honor students for maintaining excellent practice records “I know,” he said. And then he asked, “Is my was not included in the with a “B” average were: Mandy Hendry, Karma Reed, Clyneas Brasby, J.J. daddy home?” program. Durden, Deldra Norris and Julie Hill. Students with a “B+” average were “He will not be there Before my grandmother could respond, my aunt Jennifer Grambling and Linda Stewart. Precious, looking puzzled, asked, “Who is your to police the halls or be the junior high school County was church softball. be allowed in there.” a security guard,” Perry chorus department to Whether hurling a pitch, Rommes said. “We have daddy?” Police Chief Ron Smith purchase a $2,213.32 piano reaching third base or been fortunate not to have The boy said, “Antmar.” explained, “but will help for the school. Money for pointing to the right place anyone hurt, but the hazard Precious nearly fell out of the chair yelling, school authorities if there is the purchase was raised by to throw the ball, players has always existed. The city a problem.” “Antmar?” seventh and eighth grade on the eight local church would be in a much better My grandmother laughed and explained, “Ant is At the time, Smith said chorus students through a softball teams provided position if we rid ourselves he intended to appoint Sgt. number of different fund- some exciting, and at times of these safety violations.” his god daddy.” Vern Clark to the position, raising projects during the unique, entertainment for The comments followed That was the first and only time anyone has and that Clark would be school year. their fans in 1984. a presentation by Smith and ever called me “Daddy.” And, it felt good. Really attending special classes In voting unanimously In addition to the thrill Gillespie Engineer Andy good. Ivan, who was nine or 10 at the time, before taking over his to approve the purchase of watching the teams May on $211,000 worth of duties. continued addressing me as “Daddy” the rest of from school internal play, the games allowed for proposed repairs needed the afternoon. However, at the end of the day, my “A main aim of the account funds, members other activities, like playing to bring the Washington program is to increase of the board complimented in the water fountain or Street pool into compliance heart silently broke when I explained to Ivan that student understanding of Choral Director Dalene getting a good view of the with state and health safety it was better for him to call me “God Daddy” than the role of law enforcement McGlocklin and her action. regulations. “Daddy.” When he asked why, I told him it was in the community,” the students for what they to keep his real daddy from getting jealous. He chief said. termed a “super effort” on CLOSE CITY POOL, WATERMELON DAYS nodded his head and smiled like he understood. behalf of the school. ATTORNEY URGES JUNIOR HIGH What would a hot summer I have been “God Daddy” to him since that day. be without watermelons? STUDENTS RAISE CHURCH LEAGUE In a strongly-worded Once, since Ivan has been grown, he decided recommendation to the Just not the same, to change things up a bit. I was driving by and he MONEY FOR PIANO SOFTBALL FUN according to James Perry City Council, City waved me down yelling, “Antmar!” The Taylor County One of the favorite Attorney Isadore Rommes Hanburry and Charity School Board authorized spectator sports in Taylor prompted the closing of the Jernigan, who operated Before I could catch myself, I yelled back, “Who Washington Street pool at a fruit stand on South the hell is Antmar?” the start of June 1984. Jefferson Street. While “Sorry about that God Daddy,” he said with a Rommes said he felt relaxing under the shade nod and smile like he understood. the city was putting itself of their stand, the two “You better be,” I responded. “I earned that in an “exposed position” displayed the homegrown by keeping the pool in produce to passersby. And name.” June 14-15, 2019 operation despite its who knows, they may have So, Happy Father’s Day to me and all the other deficiencies. been selling the tastiest godfathers who earned the right to be called “The pool should be solution yet to “beating the “Daddy.” closed, and no one should heat.”

Old as she was, she still missed her daddy sometimes. --Gloria Naylor

I’m a father; that’s what matters most. Quotable Quotes Nothing matters more. --Gordon Brown When I was a boy of 14, my father was so ignorant I could hardly stand to have the old They say that from the instant he lays eyes on man around. But when I got to be 21, I was her, a father adores his daughter. astonished at how much he had learned in Whoever she grows up to be, she is always to seven years. him that little girl in pigtails. --Author unknown She makes him feel like Christmas. In exchange, he makes a secret promise not A good father is one of the most unsung, to see the awkwardness of her teenage years, unpraised, unnoticed, and yet one of the most the mistakes she makes or the secrets valuable assets in our society. she keeps. -- Billy Graham --Anonymous A-5 Perry News-Herald June 14-15, 2019 Religion A-6 Perry News-Herald June 14-15, 2019 IN THE WILD An Adventure in Faith

Kicking off Perry’s Vacation Bible School (VBS) season, First Baptist Church explored the wilderness in their summer VBS series “In the Wild” this week. Joined by 65 “adventurers” from the community, the teams explored the scriptures and discovered the many encounters with Jesus recorded in the New Testament through themed meals, songs, games and crafts. They also learned about ministry opportunities in the wilderness around them. (Photos by Jessica Moore)

Yard sale benefits New Jerusalem Church First Methodist to host Bible A yard sale benefitting Street, Apt. 402, beginning 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. New Jerusalem Church will today (Friday) and continuing Items include new and conference on June 29-30 be held at 709 West Church through Friday, June 21, from gently used clothing.

First United Methodist and a final session during of Christ and its practical Church of Perry will host a morning worship services application in our daily Bible conference Saturday, on Sunday. living.” He didn’t tell me how June 29-30, featuring The conference theme Pre-registration is instructor Gilbert Macias. will be: “Who do men say required. To register, please to live; he lived, and let The schedule includes that I am? The doctrinal call 584-3028 by Monday, three sessions on Saturday importance of the deity June 24. me watch him do it. St. Johns Christian Fellowship

Sunday School - 10 a.m. | Morning Worship - 11 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6 p.m.

Cody McNeese, pastor Located at the intersection of Puckett Rd. and Golf Course Rd. (850) 584-7251

Make Church Going a Habit. Community A-7 Perry News-Herald June 14-15, 2019

Craig Anderson (center) was presented the “Child’s Best Friend” award. GP Foley Public Affairs Manager Scott Mixon (left) and General Manager He represents children in both Taylor and Madison counties. Anderson, Thomas Kicklighter (right) accepted the “Community Advocate” award who has volunteered with Guardian ad Litem since 2017, is shown with on behalf of Georgia-Pacific Foley Cellulose. They are shown with Linda Linda Peacock (left) and Valerie Freeman. Peacock (center) . 3 honored by Guardian ad Litem Three local recipients ad Litem Program since from his involvement in award for 2019. were honored during the November 2010,” Guardian their cases. Craig is always “GP’s Foley plant has not annual Third Judicial ad Litem Senior Child willing to help in promoting only supported the Guardian Circuit’s Guardian ad Litem Advocate Manager Linda the mission of the Guardian ad Litem program, but so recognition ceremony, held Peacock said. ad Litem Program when many other organizations Thursday, April 25, in in the community which Wellborne. indirectly support the Jeanne Harden received needs of the children the “Above and Beyond” served through Guardian award” for her volunteer ad Litem in Taylor work involving the County. Their support for dependency court cases she the local school system, is assigned. the Boys and Girls Club “She was recognized and numerous other for going out of her way organizations help provide to assist the children and services to all of the caregivers in the cases she Craig Anderson was any child is in need. children in the community,” is assigned to as a voice presented the “Child’s Best He has been a volunteer Peacock said. for the children in court. Friend” award. since April 2017, The Third Judicial Circuit Jeanne has always been “He was recognized representing children in Guardian ad Litem program a strong advocate for the for his outstanding efforts both Taylor and Madison represents children in child’s best interest in all to ensure the children he counties,” Peacock said. Taylor, Madison, Lafayette, court proceedings. She has represents as a Guardian ad Georgia-Pacific (GP) Columbia, Suwannee, Jeanne Harden (right) received the “Above been a volunteer with the Litem are heard in court, and was recognized with the Hamilton and Dixie and Beyond” award for her work with Guardian Taylor County Guardian they have benefited greatly “Community Advocate” counties. ad Litem. She is shown with Linda Peacock. Republicans hold ‘watch party’ for Tuesday’s special election Taylor County Republicans will hold a candidate, Jason Shoaf. Pizza and snacks watch party for the results of the upcoming will be served,” organizers said. special election Tuesday, June 18, at the The Bistro is located in downtown Perry Backdoor Bistro, starting at 6 p.m. on Jefferson Street. “We will be cheering for the Republican Everyone is welcome. ARC offers shelter training June 22 The American Red Cross will hold Elementary School. volunteer training for shelter operations The free training classes will be held Saturday, June 22, at the Taylor County from 9 a.m. to noon, followed by lunch.

Trace Donovan Chaffin, Brittany Micale Hughes Hughes, Chaffin Fund-raiser launched American Legion Post 291 of Steinhatchee has launched a new brick fund-raiser for a patio fire pit. Orders are currently begin taken for laser engagement told cut bricks that can feature memorials, company names or personal names. The cost per brick is $50; there is an additional $10 charge to add a logo. Shane and Brandi Hughes announce The prospective groom is a patrol Applications are available at the legion post. For more information, please the engagement of their daughter, officer with the Perry Police Department. contact Jo-Ann Griffin in Steinhatchee at (508) 450-6359. Brittany Micale, to Trace Donovan The wedding will be an occasion of Chaffin, the son of Matthew and Vicki Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019, at 2 p.m., at Aucilla announces final honor roll Chaffin, all of Perry. New Home Baptist Church. The bride-to-be is pursuing her A reception will follow at First Aucilla Christian Bailey Fletcher. Drawdy and Lena Kimmell. registered nursing degree at North Presbyterian Church. Academy (ACA) has Third grade/A/B: Ninth grade/All A’s: Florida Community College and will All family and friends are invited to announced its honor roll for Brayden French. Jenna Lindsey and Addison graduate in May 2020. attend. the final nine-week grading Fourth grade/A/B: Shiver. period for the 2018-19 Matthew Hughes, Kamrynn Ninth grade/A/B: school year. Johnson and Luke Kimmell. Jacob Green and Jeremiah Taylor County students Fifth grade/All A’s: Kimmell. Experience the on the list include: Bryson Mills, Trey Roberts Tenth grade, All A’s: magic Tuesday Kindergarten/E: Jillian and Caleb Walker. Maddie Drawdy, Selina Reams, Maddox Cruce, Fifth grade/A/B: Drawdy and Makayla Cesar Domico brings his Bentley French and Jake Georgia Lindsey and Walker. “amazing” magic show to Hayes. Elizabeth Walker. Tenth grade/A/B: the Taylor County Public First grade/All A’s: Sixth grade/A/B: Joshua Kolton Grambling, Janki Library Tuesday, June 18, Mason Grambling. Agner and Emma Green. Patel, Janvi Patel and at 10:30 a.m. First grade/A/B: Beau Seventh grade/All A’s: Ginger Whiddon. The free performance is Bethea. Bradynn Johnson. Eleventh grade/All A’s: part of the Summer Reading Second grade/All A’s: Seventh grade/A/B: Dawson Bishop, Ansley Program and everyone is Hudson Mills. Morgan Lundy and Kaitee English and Julianna welcome. Second grade/A/B: Roberts. Lindsey. The library is located on Lauren Moody. Eighth grade/All A’s: Twelfth grade/A/B: North Washington Street. Third grade, All A’s: Anna Drawdy, Sammi Evan Courtney. A-8 Perry News-Herald Entertainment June 14-15, 2019 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Theatre Theatre Theatre June 6-23 and cons of taking on a dangers, and he must also spouse. The habitually single guard an abandoned egg Theatre Tallahassee Robert is forced to question that’s been left in his care presents Ken Ludwig’s his adamant retention of by the irresponsible Mayzie ‘Secret Life of Pets 2’ returns to the crazy “Leading Ladies.” Two bachelorhood during a La Bird. Although Horton English Shakespearean hilarious array of interactions. faces ridicule, danger and actors, Jack and Leo, find “Company” features an a trial, the intrepid Gertrude adventures our furry friends can get into themselves down on their energetic score containing McFuzz never loses faith luck. When they hear that many of Sondheim’s best in him. Ultimately, the Who doesn’t wonder what their pets are their owner Katie gets married and has a an old lady in York, Penn., known songs. Remaining powers of friendship, loyalty, up to when we are not at home? The answer baby. While Max at first wants nothing to is about to die and leave show times are June 14- family and community are to that age-old question was the premise of do with the new addition, they eventually her fortune to her two long 15 at 7:30 p.m. and June challenged and emerge the 2016 animated film “The Secret Life of becomes inseparable. But, Max’s increasing lost English nephews, they 16 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets triumphant! Tickets are $10 Pets.” Well, at least for the first 10 minutes anxiety over the baby’s well-being begins resolve to pass themselves are $18 for adults and $15 for adults and $5 for children. or so of the movie, before the story turned causing him problems. A visit to a family off as her beloved relatives for seniors and students. For more information or to into a mad-cap adventure across New York farm might help, or it might make things and get the cash. The trouble For more information or purchase tickets, call (850) City that was essentially a re- worse, especially with the is, when they get to York, to purchase tickets, visit 997-4242 or visit www. telling of the first “Toy Story” cool-under-pressure Rooster they find out that the relatives quincymusictheatre.com or monticellooperahouse.org. movie, only with dogs instead (Harrison Ford, “Blade Runner aren’t nephews, but nieces! call (850) 875-9444. of sentient toys. 2049”) ruling the yard. Remaining showtimes are June 21-30 The film was enjoyable, Before leaving, Max gives June 14-15 and 21-22 at 8 June 11-15 The Monticello Opera House but not really the story the his favorite toy to Gidget for p.m. and June 16 and 23 at The Monticello Acting presents “A Chorus Line,” trailers had promised. Now safekeeping, and, of course, 2 p.m. Ticket prices are $22 & Dance Co. presents a stunning concept musical we have “The Secret Life of she promptly loses it. The for adults, $17 for seniors/ “Seussical Jr. The capturing the spirit and Pets 2,” once again following toy ends up in the cat lady’s military and $12 for students. Musical” at the Monticello tension of a Broadway chorus the misadventures of the apartment, and there’s no way For more information or Opera House. Horton the audition. Exploring the inner pets living in a Manhattan a dog will be able to get in. To to purchase tickets, call Elephant, the Cat in the Hat lives and poignant ambitions apartment complex. get the toy back, she’s going to (850) 224-8474 or visit and all of your favorite Dr. of professional Broadway Having learned to mistrust need to the help of the cattiest theatretallahassee.org. Seuss characters spring to gypsies, the show features the series’ trailers, I wasn’t cat of them all, Chloe, to teach June 7-16 life onstage in “Seussical one powerhouse number sure what to expect when the her how to sneak in. Jr.,” a fantastical musical after another. Memorable marketing campaign for the Finally, Snowball is now The Quincy Music Theatre’s extravaganza from Tony- musical numbers include sequel consists of mostly unrelated character completely tamed and obsessed with super summer season begins winners Lynn Ahrens “What I Did for Love, “One,” “I trailers for the primary animals, including heroes thanks to his young owner. When with Stephen Sondheim’s and Stephen Flaherty. Can Do That,” “At the Ballet,” Max (Patton Oswalt, “Agents of SHIELD,” a new dog, Daisy (Tiffany Haddish, “The “Company.” On the Transporting audiences “The Music and the Mirror” replacing Louis CK), Snowball (Kevin Lego Movie 2: The Second Part”), shows night of his 35th birthday, from the Jungle of Nool to and “I Hope I Get It.” Friday Hart), Gidget (Jenny Slate) and Chloe (Lake up needing help to rescue an animal in need, confirmed bachelor Robert the Circus McGurkus, the and Saturday night shows Bell). It turns out that I should have paid Snowball is the bunny for the job. contemplates his unmarried Cat in the Hat narrates the begin at 8 p.m. and Sunday more attention, because the majority of “The As I said, by the end, everybody ends up state. Over the course of story of Horton the Elephant, matinees are at 2 p.m. Tickets Secret Life of Pets 2” is a series of unrelated in another protracted chase sequence, and a series of dinners, drinks who discovers a speck of are $24. For more information stories that just happen to meet up at the end. once again, the action is quite fun, so fans of and even a wedding, his dust containing tiny people about the production or to There are essentially three stories for the the first movie should enjoy this one. friends -- “those good and called the Whos. Horton purchase tickets, visit www. first two-thirds of the film’s runtime. The first The movie is rated PG for some action and crazy people [his] married must protect the Whos from monticellooperahouse.org or follows Max and Duke (Eric Stonestreet) as rude humor. friends” -- explain the pros a world of naysayers and call (850) 997-4242. Fox just can’t seem to get the ‘Dark Phoenix’ arc right; now 0-2 Whether you love super-hero movies or franchise has most likely come to an end, and Cyclops (Tye Sheridan), Peter Maximoff the story to the next step; (3) don’t shoe-horn you don’t, the continuing stream of comic- the X-Men will eventually be rebooted again a.k.a. Quicksilver (Evan Peters), Ororo alien antagonists that have no development book adaptations can be traced back to the to make their debut in the ever-expanding Munroe a.ka. Storm (Alexandra Shipp) and or memorable character traits and who creative and financial success of two films: Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Kurt Wagner a.ka. Nightcrawler (Kodi Smit- undermine their actual cause by the end; 2000’s “X-Men” and 2002’s “Spider-Man.” As such, the hopes for “Dark Phoenix” McPhee). and (4) don’t attempt to be edgy by trying “X-Men” would spawn an equally were two-fold: finally adapt the famed comic Unfortunately, it’s not a solar flare, but to turn our sympathies against long-beloved successful sequel, “X2: book arc in a satisfactory instead some kind of interstellar force, characters (I thought we learned that mistake X-Men United,” but the third way, and send off the storied and it attaches itself to Jean, augmenting after “The Last Jedi”). film in the series, “X-Men: franchise on a high note after its her powers and affecting her emotions and Even considering its many flaws, “Dark Last Stand,” fell very flat as latest stumble. Unfortunately, desires, sending her on a dangerous path. Phoenix” is the victim -- along with being a it attempted to translate two the film doesn’t meet either of Before long, the X-Men will face a choice: perpetrator -- of the biggest problem with the celebrated story lines from the those goals, instead delivering stop their friend or risk the world. second phase of the X-Men films: the time comics, including the heralded a story that only remotely Probably the best thing the movie has jumps. In addition to the fact that no one “Dark Phoenix” arc. resembles the original arc, going for it is the fact that it is only trying seems to age, it doesn’t allow for narrative This, combined with the while also feeling incredibly to tell the Dark Phoenix arc, and not trying continuity between films. We saw Jean, Scott tepid reaction to the first rushed, as characters race from to fit in an entire separate plot as well. and company training as X-Men at the end Wolverine spin-off, would lead one overreaction to the next, Unfortunately, the arc in question is really of “Apocalypse,” and now we’re supposed to a soft reboot in the form of culminating in a battle that too long to satisfactorily tell in just two to believe that nine years later they’re still “X-Men: First Class,” which was fun to watch, but carried hours, especially when you have so many timid newbies? Because they sure act like it. brought the action back to the little to no emotional weight other X-Men who need some side stories for And the others treat them like it. 1960s and recast a number of because I simply found myself them to have a reason to be there (not that It pains me to say this as a fan of the the main characters, including not caring. any of them get satisfactory side stories). franchise, but instead of going to see “Dark James McAvoy as Professor Charles Xavier, The film picks up the action nine years That being said, there’s probably a way Phoenix,” I think you’d be better served Michael Fassbender as Erik Lehnsherr and after the end of “Apocalypse,” delivering to properly tell the Dark Phoenix arc, considering “Days of Future Past” as the Jennifer Lawrence as Raven. Like the first another time jump that the second phase of even though we’ve seen two attempts fail. end of the series. That film had a much go-around, a solid sequel would follow the franchise has become known for. Unlike At least there is a growing road map for better capstone for the story than the albeit in “X-Men: Days of Future Past,” which in previous films, the X-Men are out and what not to do. As for lessons learned in well-intentioned ending we get in “Dark creatively combined the two time-lines, proud, celebrated heroes saving the day on a this film, they include: (1) make sure your Phoenix,” which I’m sure we got because only for the third installment, “X-Men: seemingly regular basis. Their latest mission audience actually cares about Jean Grey as the filmmakers knew this was going to be Apocalypse,” to stumble out of the gate. involves going to space to save the crew of a character (unfortunately, her appearance the franchise’s conclusion regardless of how Disney finalized the purchase of 20th the space shuttle after they encounter what in “Apocalypse” was not enough for me to well it turned out. Century Fox during the production of the they think is a solar flare. have any connection to this version of Jean); The film is rated PG-13 for intense latest installment, “Dark Phoenix,” meaning Along for the ride are Raven, Hank (2) don’t have every single one of your sequences of sci-fi violence and action that aside from the spin-off film, “The New McCoy a.k.a. Beast (Nicholas Hoult), Jean characters react to each plot development in including some gunplay, disturbing images Mutants” set for release next year,” the film Grey (Sophie Turner), Scott Summers a.ka. an totally over-the-top way just to progress and brief strong language. this weekend at the movies This weekend delivers Art Marcum (“Iron Man,” two new films in wide “Transformers: The Last release as well as a third Knight”). I think “Men in smaller movie that hit our Black 3” showed us that area in its first week. the franchise had taken Up first is “Men in the original characters Black: International,” the about as far as they could fourth film in the franchise -- truthfully, farther -- so following a new group of it’ll be interesting to see if agents protecting the planet the new characters can hold from all forms of interstellar up the series. Hemsworth threats. The newest agent is and Thompson had good Agent M (Tessa Thompson, chemistry in “Ragnarok,” “Thor: Ragnarok”), who so hopefully they make it discovers the agency after work here. seeing something very The film is rated PG- strange as a child. She is 13 for sci-fi action, some enlists his estranged father’s some drug material and and more. The early reviews written by Mindy Kaling sent to London to help with language and suggestive help when a friend is killed. brief nudity. haven’t been as positive (“The Office,” “The Mindy a new threat, and there she material. The film is directed by Tim Rounding out the new as you might expect for a Project”), who also stars as is teamed up with Agent “Shaft” is the latest Story (“Barbershop,” “Ride releases is “The Dead project boasting the cast a writer hired to the staff H (Chris Hemsworth, installment in the storied Along”), with a script from Don’t Die,” a comedy and crew that this one has, of late-night talk-show “Avengers: Endgame”) franchise and a sequel to the Kenya Barris (“Black-ish”) about a small town that but the movie is still one of host Katherine Newbury by High T (Liam Neeson, 2000 film that introduced and Alex Barnow (“The must battle against a zombie the more intriguing smaller (Emma Thompson, “Beauty “Cold Pursuit”). As the two Samuel L. Jackson as the Goldbergs”). Based on horde. Directed by indy releases of the summer. and the Beast”). With the investigate, they discover nephew of the original the trailers, “Shaft” will filmmaker Jim Jarmusch The movie is rated R for studio threatening to cancel the threat may have already Shaft (Richard Roundtree) provide the action of its (“Paterson”), the movie zombie violence/gore and her show, Katherine needs invaded the Men in Black. from the 1970s. This time predecessors but will also boasts an all-star cast that for language. a way to give it some new The film is directed by F. around, John Shaft Jr. (Jesse inject a healthy dose of includes Bill Murray, Adam In addition to the new energy, and Molly (Kaling) Gary Gray (“Straight Outta T. Usher, “Independence comedy as well. Driver, Tilda Swinton, movies, we have one other may just be the answer. Compton,” “The Fate of Day: Resurgance”), the son The film is rated R Chloe Sevigny, Steve limited release that has The film is rated R for the Furious”) with a script of the younger Shaft and a for pervasive language, Buscemi, Danny Glover, expanded into our area. language throughout and from Matt Holloway and computer security expert, violence, sexual content, Selema Gomez, Carol Kane “Late Night” was some sexual references. A-9 Perry News-Herald June 14-15, 2019

By SARAH HALL Sarah Hall The ABC’s of being a father

Keep Hope Alive! Challenge them to high other and work together, We know from everyday goals we would have a better living that circumstances Delight in the world. in our lives are getting achievements “Oh that men would worse. Exalt the Lord in their praise the Lord for His Sheriff Wayne Padgett expressed his gratitude to the FDOC TCIK-9 We are living in a world presence goodness and for His Team for “their unfaltering readiness to assist on a moment’s notice and where everything can Frown on evil wonderful works to the their commitment to professional excellence.” change in a moment’s Give them love children of men.” – Psalm notice. Hear their problems 107:08 Nothing is concrete. Ignore not their childish “The secret of the Lord Suspect has prison record Laws, rules and fears is with them that fear him; regulations that have Joyfully accept their and He will show them FUGITIVE Florida Department of property charges. governed our lives have apologies His covenant.” – Psalm Continued from page 1 Corrections records show He returned to prison been thrown out the door. Keep their confidence 25:14 that Cruce served one year five years later, in We no longer know what Live a good example “When a man’s way Public Information in prison, from November October 2016, for a six- is right and what is wrong! before them pleases the Lord, he Officer Det. Gina Deeson 2010 to November 2011, month stint for aggravated Children are bitter, Make them your friends maketh even his enemies said. for trafficking in stolen assault. confused and frustrated. Never ignore their to be at peace with him.” The laws of the land are up endless questions – Proverbs 16:7 and open for discussion. Open your home to their Happy anniversary! Shoaf, Terrell vying for seat The world is full of visits We congratulate Carl Jason Shoaf and Democrat businesses to enhance the selfishness and greed! Pray for them by name Alexander and Mary Alice ELECTION Ryan Terrell. economy and quality of life But thanks be to Quicken your interest in Williams for celebrating Continued from page 1 Shoaf is currently vice in the Northwest Florida God, there is still some their spirituality 51 years of wedded bliss at 1100 W. Hampton president of St. Joe Natural region. goodness, love and Remember their needs on June 17, 2019. Springs Ave. Gas Company in Port St. Terrell is a consultant integrity left. Hope lives! Show them the way of Birthday shout outs Supervisor of Elections Joe, which provides natural for Steele Communications Faith is still the salvation Happy birthday wishes Dana Southerland reminds gas and propane services to and a former state stronghold of the believers. Teach them to work are extended to: Hazel voters that all vote-by-mail homes and businesses in the legislative aide who lives We (Christians/ Understand they are still Mickens, June 8; Wayne ballots must be received in region. in Tallahassee. He serves believers) can still stand young S. Sermons, June 16; and her office no later than 7 He also served as vice- as Southeast Regional on the promises of God! Verify your statements Theodore “Pete” Ingram, p.m. on Election Day. chairman of the Port St. Joe Director of the Young “For everyone born of Wean them from bad June 24. Vying to replace former Port Authority, advocating Democrats of America and God overcomes the world. company Prayer focus State Representative Halsey on behalf of Gulf is the Rural Caucus Vice- This is the victory that has eXpect them to obey Please keep these Beshears are Republican County and Port St. Joe Chair of the organization. overcome the world, even Yearn for God’s best for friends in your prayers: our faith.” – John 5:4 them Jean Ester Lee, Vera Ward, Keep hope alive! Zealously guide them in Hazel Mickens, Mother Health department hosts Open ABC’s of being a father biblical truth Corine Howard, Katie Always trust them to Great Oh’s Monroe, Mary (Miz Tipsy) God’s care Oh, if men would stop Jones, Eloise Pounce and House on Tuesday from 4-6 p.m. Bring them to church fighting against each Dorothy Grimes. The Florida Department from 4-6 p.m. be served. of Health in Taylor Residents are invited The health department is County will host an Open to meet staff and tour the located at 1215 N. Peacock VBS begins this Sunday at House Tuesday, June 18, facility. Refreshments will Avenue. Friendship Baptist Church Card of Vacation Bible School at 16, and continues through eighth grade. Thanks Friendship Baptist Church Friday, June 21, for students Dinner will be served at begins this Sunday, June ages two years old up to 5 p.m. nightly. Langford “We’ll have Bible lessons, music, crafts and The family of Jimmy games,” organizers said. Langford would like to take Family night will be held this time to thank everyone Friday, June 21, featuring for the phone calls, flowers, commencement services food and your prayers and a cookout. during this difficult time. This year’s theme is We would also like to ‘Superheroes of the Bible.” extend a heartfelt thank you The church is located to Dr. Sophie and staff for at 3500 Johnson Stripling your help and kind words, Road, three miles north of as well as to Joe P. Burns the high school. Funeral Home and Brother Gary Blanton for the beautiful service. Sincerely, Obituaries Julie Langford and Family Mitch and Betty Langford George Edward At his request, there will death by her parents, Mr. be no local services. Samuel and Lula O’Briant, Garand George will be laid to and her husband, J.P. George Edward Garand, rest in Flemington, N.J., McDonald. 82, a former resident of and reunited with his wife, She is survived by four Perry, died Wednesday, Deborah. children: Wanda Brown May 15, 2019, in Condolences and fond Bray of St. Augustine, Sam Albuquerque, N.M. memories of George may be Brown of Pomona Park, George was born June sent to 13401 Sutton Park John P. McDonald Jr. of 17, 1936, in Philadelphia, Drive S #817, Jacksonville, Gainesville and Michael Pa., to George and Helen FL 32224. McDonald and his wife, (Jones) Garand. Rhonda, of Newberry; George honorably served six grandchildren; 10 his country in the United great-grandchildren; and States Air Force from numerous nieces and 1953-61 before moving to nephews whom she loved Flemington, N.J., where dearly. he worked as a butcher for Funeral services will nearly 40 years. be held today (Friday) at He married his wife, 11 a.m. at Burns Funeral Deborah, in 1996. Home of Perry with Pastor George was formerly a Jeff Stading officiating. member of Cornerstone Interment services will Community Church. follow immediately He enjoyed baseball, was afterward in Pineview an avid Philadelphia sports Memorial Cemetery. The fan and was a kind man and Margie Pauline family will receive friends loving father who would ‘Polly’ McDonald one hour prior to the give the shirt off his back service, from 10-11 a.m., for anyone. Margie Pauline at Burns Funeral Home of George was preceded in ‘Polly’ McDonald Perry. death by both of his parents Margie Pauline “Polly” All arrangements are and his wife, Deborah McDonald, 93, passed under the direction of Burns (Martin) Garand. away on June 10, 2019, at Funeral Home of Perry. George will be loved her home in St. Augustine. Friends may sign the and missed by his three Polly was born Dec. 27, online guest book at www. surviving daughters: Vicki 1925, in Pickens County, joepburnsfuneralhomes. Ortiz of Albuquerque, Ala., to Mr. Samuel com. N.M., Donna Boyle and O’Briant and Lula Harcrow husband John Boyle of O’Briant. Batavia, Ill., and Stacy Prior to moving to St. Garand of Jacksonville; Big Bend Hospice offers grief Augustine in 2014, she two stepsons: John Kubicek support to those in need and is had lived in Perry and was of Seattle, Wash., and Keith open to community members. an active member of New Kubicek of Lambertville, Please contact Monica Ellis at Home Baptist Church for N.J.; nine grandchildren (850) 878-5310 or Monicae@ 50 years. bigbendhospice.org and 11 great-grandchildren. Margie was preceded in Sports A-10 Perry News-Herald June 14-15, 2019 TCMS football team will be 7th, 8th graders only; sixth graders to play with War Eagles Incoming sixth graders students will join the War at times, so we decided to most player development is player get the coaching and Eagle ball, as our program at Taylor County Middle Eagles football program to bring back the rule that sixth accomplished,” Gray said. skill development that they serves as a feeder system to School (TCMS) are being get the practice and playing graders cannot play,” said “We just can’t practice need, but we only have one TCMS,” Edwards said. encouraged to sign up to time necessary to develop TCMS Football Head Coach with that many kids the way ball and only four eight- “Coach Gray and his staff play football with the Taylor and improve their skills so Dave Gray. we need to, or the way each minute quarters to play each have been very supportive County War Eagles tackle they can contribute to the “It is next to impossible athlete deserves. Each year week,” Gray said. of our program, and that football program, as the TCMS football team the to get meaningful practice we lose players from our “Our biggest concern is type of cooperation will TCMS football team will following year. and game reps for 60- starting numbers because that these guys will reach only strengthen football in once again be limited to 7th “Last football season we plus players with the time they get frustrated with a level of frustration that Taylor County in the future,” and 8th grade players. finished the year with 58 constraints we have. I worry limited practice time and will cause them to quit Edwards added. TCMS and War Eagle young men, and while it’s much less about game game experience,” added football permanently, so we “The War Eagles are very coaches are hopeful that great to have that many, it time as I do practice time Gray. are trying to eliminate that well managed and coached. all upcoming sixth grade can be counterproductive because that is when the “We want to see each from ever happening,” Gray The 12-and-Under (12U) added. War Eagles’ team represents Thanks to the Boys an opportunity for our sixth and Girls Club and the graders to go and get those Taylor County War Eagles meaningful reps in practice, football program, local as well as the playing time sixth graders have a place in games that they need to get that practice and and deserve. Their program skill development they will is run similarly to ours, need to play and contribute all the way down to the with the TCMS team the drills, practices and the following season. competitive schedule they “We are starting our fifth play,” Gray said. season, and for the past four “In fact, our new Offensive seasons we have competed Coordinator Alan Dodimead in the American Youth is one of the coaches for the Football League (AYF). 12U team. This means that This year we have decided if these young men decide to move on to the United to play for the War Eagles, Youth Football League they will not only become Ann Marie McAfee (above) was selected to the (UYFL), which will be a familiar with the teammates All-Big Bend second team as a first basemen/ tougher league and more they will be playing with shortstop. Carley Ondash (right) was selected as competition for us,” said for the next several years, an honorable mention to the All-Big Bend squad War Eagles’ Head Coach but they’ll also be getting as a pitcher. (Photos by Amy Sadler) Shanton Edwards. to learn the very same “With the middle school offensive formations and no longer allowing sixth plays that they will use when graders to play, we have they join the middle school McAfee, Ondash named to opened up our program for team,” Gray pointed out. those kids. In the past, the The War Eagles are also sixth graders who played still accepting athletes for for the middle school really their 6U, 8U and 10U team didn’t get to play much, but as well. All-Big Bend softball team if they come out and join the If interested, parents can War Eagles, they will get sign players up at the TCMS The Taylor County High homerun as well as a triple strike out 49 batters and Head Softball Coach Gary quality playing time against practice field on Monday, School (TCHS) Lady during the 2019 season. finished with a 2-4 record Knowles. good competition each Tuesday and Thursday Bulldogs had two players McAfee was a junior at on the mound. “Taylor County should be week,” Edwards said. between 5:30-7:30 p.m. For named to the All-Big Point of Grace Christian “Both Carley and Ann proud that these two young “Our program has been more information, contact Bend Softball team, which Academy this past season, Marie are exceptional young women were selected to the successful because we teach Edwards at (850) 673-1955. features the top 45 softball and coaches expect her to ladies. I am proud of their All-Big Bend team, as both fundamentals, and that’s The fee to participate in players in the Big Bend have an even bigger impact softball accomplishments, will have great futures and what those kids will get. If War Eagles football is $125, area of Florida. during her upcoming senior but even more proud are outstanding assets to you look at the middle school which includes insurance, Ann Marie McAfee season in 2020. of their character,” said our community,” Knowles program now, 95 percent uniform and equipment was selected to the All- Carley Ondash was also Taylor County High School added. of the starters played War rental. Big Bend second team as selected as an honorable a first basemen/shortstop, mention to the All-Big Bend but actually played third squad after a successful base most of this season for year on the mound during Taylor County. her senior season. McAfee had a stellar Ondash had an earned- season at the plate, run average (ERA) of 3.36, compiling a batting average while holding opposing of .443 wile knocking in 22 batters to a sub-.300 batting runs and scoring 16 times average (.277). herself. In Ondash’s 73 innings She also had six doubles, pitched during her senior drew five walks and hit a season, she managed to 12U All-Stars to play in state tournament Taylor County’s 12U of 19-3. All-Star girls softball team Following the huge win will be heading to the state over Suwannee County, tournament on June 20 in Taylor County had to face Lake City after the Lady off with Lake City again Bulldogs finished as runners and once again fell in a up this past weekend in close 10-8 final. their district tournament in Lake City continued Live Oak. on to win the district Lake City managed to championship, as Taylor edge Taylor County’s All- County claimed first runner Stars out in the opening up, which punched both of Taylor County’s 12U All-Star girls softball team includes: (from l to r) back row, Head coach Justin round by a 5-3 final, which their tickets to the 12U All- Dean, Hayden Durham, Rhihanna Hamilton, Kaylan Kirk, Autumn O’Quinn, Morgan Whetsel, Coach sent the Lady Bulldogs to Star State Tournament. Cheryl Kay Smith and Coach Hollie Murphy; middle row, Olivia Summerlin, Lillee McCall, Macy Dean the loser’s bracket early in The Lady Bulldogs will and Azaria Reddick; and front row, Lauralai Brannen, Destin Brown and Kaylee Mae Strickland. the tournament. now devote their attention In game #2, the Lady to preparing for the state Bulldogs faced off against tournament, which will Live Oak, who Taylor begin next Thursday in County mauled by a score Lake City.

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Editor’s Note: Recognizing lien, fees: $2,180. for counts 1 and 3, credited pre-trial, neglect of a child, LEO with violence, surety Antonio L. Fitchett, the First Amendment Ivan Jerome Curtis, pre- 66 days, suspended DL, all poss. of meth., 2/15/19; bond $18,000, 1/4/19; cont. arraignment, poss. of guarantees the public a trial, sale of cntrl. subs. monetary converted to civil waived speedy trial, cont. to 5/13/19. cocaine, 1/13/19; pleaded strong constitutional right within 1,000 feet of city lien, fees: $150. to 5/13/19. Apr. 8: not guilty, dates to be set. to attend and be aware of park or school, 8/31/17; Kayla Lynn Holton, Eric Darnell Pigford, Darius Adail Allen, Travis William Fournier, criminal proceedings, it is the contraband in county motion hearing, poss. of plea hearing, burglary of arraignment, fleeing or arraignment, poss. of meth., policy of Perry Newspapers to detention facility, 2/28/18; meth., 3/8/17; court granted occupied dwelling, grand eluding LEO, poss. of 20 operate motorcycle without keep the public informed as state to not pursue. motion to early term theft III, 2/19/19; state grams or less cannabis, endorsement, surety bond to circuit court proceedings. Kevin Brian Floyd, pre- community control. attorney agreed to release DWLS second offense, $7,000, 3/10/19; pleaded Below is a summary of recent trial, burglary of structure Jacob Robert Johnson, of own recognizance, no surety bond $4,000, not guilty, defendant to hire cases appearing on the court conveyance, felony petit VOP, grand theft III, contact with victim(s), 2/10/19; pleaded not guilty, private attorney, pre-trial docket: theft, surety bond $13,000, 9/2/17; VOP denied, cont. cont. to 5/13/19. dates to be set. set for 5/13/19. Key: Name, type of 12/30/18; public defender to 4/15/19. Akeem D. Price, motion Anthony Maurice Bell, Samonza A. Gentile, hearing, charge, surety application completed Thomas Johnson, pre- hearing, domestic battery pre-trial, aggravated battery arraignment, fleeing or bond (if listed), date of and approved by clerk, trial, resist LEO with by strangulation, 4/5/17; with firearm, poss. of eluding LEO, neglect of a offense (numerical); public defender appointed, violence, battery on LEO, court denied without firearm by convicted felon, child, DWLS/R, 1/13/19; outcome. defendant oral plea of not 4/9/17; cont. to 5/6/19. prejudice the motion 12/3/18; bond reduction public defender’s motion Apr. 1: guilty, waived speedy trial, Justin Cory Kinsey, to convert monies to hearing set for 4/15/19. to withdraw due to conflict Brenda Denise Cameron, cont. to 5/13/19. status hearing, 4/1/19; court community service work. Danielle Boyer, pre-trial, granted, pleaded not guilty, motion hearing, poss. of JD Franklin Jr., VOP, granted request for family Monique Maria Reaves, poss. of cntrl. subs., poss. dates to be set. cntrl. subs., surety bond sale of cntrl. subs., 11/3/14; to transport defendant to motion hearing, poss. of of drug paraphernalia, Ronald David Hawes $20,000, 5/1/18; motion VOP admitted, probation rehab. meth., surety bond $5,000, 7/9/14; cont. to 5/6/19. II, pre-trial, sexual battery to do community service revoked, 66 months Norma Jean Lampp, pre- 1/19/18; court granted Michelle Capula, VOP, force not likely to cause work in lieu of fine granted DOC, credited 690 days, trial, aggravated battery, motion to early term grand theft III, 3/24/17; serious personal injury, ($10 per hour, minimum suspended DL, defendant surety bond $10,000, curfew. VOP admitted, pleaded no 10/22/18; child abuse 10 hours per month), fees: deemed a violent felony 9/21/17; cont. to 4/8/19. Janard Robson, motion contest, adjudication guilty, intentional act, witness $338.07. offender, all monetary Maverick Dillion Lollis, hearing, poss. of cntrl. probation reinstated and tampering, 10/19/18; Brandy Marie Corker, converted to civil lien, fees: pre-trial, poss. of firearm subs., 5/8/17; defendant modified, fees: $300. child abuse intentional plea hearing, contraband $250. by convicted felon, requested motion to early Michelle Capula, pre- act, 10/24/18; lewd or in county detention JD Franklin Jr., pre- resisting LEO without term community control, trial, felony petit theft, lascivious molestation of a facility, three counts drug trial, sexual battery under violence, surety bond, state attorney objected per surety bond $1,000, child 12 to 16 years of age, paraphernalia use or poss., special circumstance, $11,000, 8/23/18; fleeing plea agreement. 6/30/18; pleaded no contest 11/1/18; cont. to 5/13/19. 2/8/19; pleaded guilty 11/12/17; poss. of cocaine and eluding LEO, poss. Shay Ian Lee Smith, pre- as charged, adjudication Dominic Clushawn to counts 1, 2, 3 and 4, with intent 1,000 feet of a of meth, poss. of drug trial, two counts lewd or guilty, probation 5 years, 2 Hightower, pre-trial, sale of adjudication withheld, church, 9/30/17; state not paraphernalia, DWLS, lascivious molestation of years community control, cocaine within 1,000 feet 3-year probation for count pursuing count 1, count 1/7/19; cont. to 5/13/19. child, two counts sexual fees: $1,115. of church, poss. of cocaine 1, 100 hours community two adjudication withheld, Kimberly M. Matthews, battery, 6/2/18; waived Phillip Daniel Conyer, with intent to sell/deliver service work, fees: $950. pleaded no contest, 66 pre-trial, poss. of meth., speedy trial, cont. to 4/8/19. arraignment, poss. of within 1,000 feet of church, James Raul Cruce, months DOC, credited 466 poss. of drug paraphernalia, Andrew Jacob Walker, cocaine, drug paraphernalia 9/30/17; cont. to 5/6/19. pre-trial, burglary and days, suspended DL 1 year, 6/15/18; waived speedy motion hearing, poss. use or poss., surety bond Donald Allen Hogue, battery, attempted sexual all monetary converted to trial, cont. to 5/13/19. of meth., 2/3/17; court $7,000, 3/14/19; pleaded pre-trial, lure entice/ battery, 7/8/18; plea offer civil lien, fees: $1,075. Stacy McClellan, VOP, granted motion to early not guilty, dates to be set. attempt to lure entice rejected by defendant Joshua Gordon Gaines, poss. of cntrl. subs., felony term probation upon paying Jarnell Lavaris Coverson, child by online computer/ and withdrawn by state, VOP arraignment, poss. DWLS/R permanently, $100 balance. pre-trial, murder in the internet service, surety defendant requested speedy of meth., 1/20/17; VOP 4/27/17; contraband in Hiram White, VOP first degree while armed, bond $75,000, 2/4/19; cont. trial to be filed by public admitted, probation county detention facility, arraignment, maintaining 1/24/18; cont. to 5/6/19. to 6/10/19. defender, ready for trial, reinstated and modified, felony DWLR, 6/29/17; a drug dwelling, poss. of James Raul Cruce, pre- Ashli V. Hudson, pre- cont. to 4/8/19. time served (31 days), fees: VOP admitted, probation synthetic cannabis, surety trial, burglary and battery, trial, burglary and battery, Ivan Jerome Curtis, $250. revoked, 24 months bond $25,000, 3/16/18; attempted sexual battery, 8/4/18; waived speedy trial, sentencing, sale of cocaine Bradley Stephen Grubbs, DOC, credited 173 VOP denied, cont. to 7/8/18; speedy trial filed, cont. to 5/13/19. within 1,000 feet of church, motion hearing, poss. of days, suspended DL, all 4/8/19. trial set for 4/26/19. Ivere Lee Hugger III, 9/27/17; poss. of cntrl. meth. with intent to sell or monetary converted to civil Tara Ann Wilson, VOP, Dexter Lamar Davis, pre-trial, robbery by sudden subs., 12/6/17; adjudication deliver, 11/2/14; motion lien, fees: $250. introduction of contraband arraignment, poss. snatching, credit card fraud guilty, pleaded no contest. to early term probation Mitchell Dewayne Mims, to jail, 12/18/16; battery of firearm by felon unauthorized use, 8/25/17; 36 months DOC, credited granted. VOP arraignment, poss. on LEO, misuse of 911 constructive poss. surety armed robbery, 9/1/17; 482 days, 36-months Robert Daniel Hilson, of cntrl. subs., 11/21/17; system, resist arrest without bond $15,000, 1/12/19; cont. to 5/13/19. probation for count 2, DL VOP, DUI causing serious deal in stolen property violence, 3/3/18; cont. to pleaded not guilty, dates to Charles William Jackson, suspended 1 year, complete bodily injury, felony trafficking, 1/12/18; court 4/8/19. be set. pre-trial, carjacking, inpatient 6 months rehab, DWLS, refuse to submit granted public defender Dustin Charles Wimberly, Dawn Marie Dixon, pre- 10/2/17; mental evaluation court denied defendant to DUI test, 12/21/17; motion to withdraw, cont. pre-trial, burglary and trial, poss. of meth., poss. requested, motion to requested furlough, all VOP admitted, probation to 4/15/19. battery, domestic battery of drug paraphernalia, continue filed, cont. to monetary converted to civil revoked, 30 months DOC Lindsay Anne Overstreet, by strangulation, resisting 9/5/18; ready for trial. 6/10/19.

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(Continued from page 11) beginning. Parcel Number 36-04- City Manager the Taylor County Board of County 25, 2019 at 5:30 p.m., or as soon 2022-23 $210,000 07-05787-135 CITY OF PERRY, FLORIDA Commissioners representative at: thereafter as possible, in the City 2023-24 $ 2,210,00 to2be granted a Special Exception Location of Property: 205 South 6/14 AVCON, Inc., 320 Bayshore Drive, Council Room, 224 S. Jefferson Copies of said Capital Improvements to permit a Child Care Center at the Claire Drive Suite A, Niceville, Florida 32578, Street, Perry, Florida. Program may be inspected at the property described below: Notice is hereby given, pursuant Attention: John Collins. The following is a general summary Administration Office of City Hall, Legal Description: to Florida Statutes 286.0105, that PERRY, FLORIDA Perry Newspaper, Inc. of the Capital Improvements 224 S. Jefferson Street, Perry, Commence at the Southwest corner any person deciding to appeal any Legal Notice TCA Electrical Contractors, Inc. Program: Florida between the hours of of Section 36, Township 4 South, decision of the Board of Adjustment TCA Electrical Contractors, Inc. 6/14, 6/21, 6/28, 7/5 Gas System Ext., Municipal 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday Range 7 East, City of with respect to any matter hereby gives Notice of Completion Buildings, Commercial Revitalization, through Friday. Perry, Florida, and run thence North considered at the meeting will need of the contract with Taylor County Sidewalk Repair, Storm Drainage Taylor Brown 04 degrees 06’30”E, along the a record of the meeting and may Board of Commissioners for the NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN Improvements, Street Resurfacing/ City Manager section line 1150.0 feet; need to ensure that verbatim record Upgrade of Airfield Lighting at pursuant to Section 5.07(A) of the Construction, Wastewater System Alan Hall thence run North 89 degrees of the proceedings is made; which the Perry-Foley Airport, Perry, FL. City Charter of the City of Perry, Ext., Water System Improvements Mayor 28’42”E, 253.92 feet for a point of record includes the testimony and This notice will appear for four (4) Florida, that a PUBLIC HEARING on Suggested improvements per year beginning; then run North 04 evidence upon which the appeal is consecutive weeks, beginning June the City Manager’s Recommended as indicated: degrees 06’30”W, 180.0 feet; thence to be based. 14, 2019, and ending July 5, 2019. Five Year Capital Improvements 2019-20 $1,185,000 run South 90 degrees 28’42”W, ATTEST: All claims should be filed at: PO Box Program for fiscal years 2019- 2020-21 $1,385,000 170.0 feet to the point of Taylor Brown, 345, Omega, Georgia 31775, or to 2024 will be held on Tuesday, June 2021-22 $6,560,000 Dive In

2019 Scallop Guide Tips • Regulations • Recipes 2019 Dive In page 2 Scallop season opens Saturday in south Taylor The 2019 recreational bay which the season for the southern scallop season for much of Taylor half of Taylor County will run County and all of Dixie County from June 15 until Labor Day (the opens Saturday, June 15, and first Monday of September). The will remain open through Sept. northern half of the county will 10. This includes all state waters continue to have a scallop season from the Suwannee River to the running from July 1 to Sept. 24. Fenholloway River. Additional bay scallop season Scalloping will be open for dates for 2019 are as follows: the Beaches area as well as • St. Joseph Bay/Gulf County: Steinhatchee, drawings thousands Aug. 16 through Sept. 15. This of visitors to the Taylor County region includes all state waters coast for nature’s annual Easter from the Mexico Beach Canal in egg hunt. Scallop season for the Bay County to the westernmost remainder of the county will open point of St. Vincent Island in July 1 and will continue through Franklin County. Sept. 24. • Franklin County through This year’s season dates were northwestern Taylor County set by an executive order from (including Carrabelle, Lanark the Florida Fish and Wildlife and St. Marks): July 1 through Conversation Commission Sept. 24. This region includes (FWC). Earlier this year, the FWC all state waters from St. Vincent approved a permanent season ➟ Please see page 12 structure to begin in 2020 under 2019 Dive In page 3 How do the early counts look? Find out tonight at seminar What will the scallop crop • Scallop Season Infographics, • Remarks on Regulations • Question & Answer and You can find the latest be like this year off the Taylor UF/IFAS Extension Victor during Scallop Season, FWC Law Discussion period. information at: www.myfwc.com/ County coast? Blanco. Enforcement Lt. Doug Loyed. Data gathered during the research/saltwater/mollusc/bay- You can learn the answer to • Seagrass Safe and Scallop • Notes on Scallop Populations 2019 annual scallop population scallops/season/. that and more at an informational Season, Savanna Barry, PhD, Sea -- Fish and Wildlife Research abundance survey will presented Each summer, FWRI biologists “Scallop Seminar” scheduled Grant - Nature Coast Biological Institute’s (FWRI) Stephen by Dr. Steve Geiger during the ➟ Please see page 4 for Friday, June 14, at the Station. Geiger, PhD scallop seminar. Steinhatchee Community Center (1013 Riverside Drive) in Steinhatchee. According to Taylor County Sea Grant UF/IFAS Extension Marine and Natural Resources Extension Agent Victor Blanco, the seminar will begin at 6 p.m. and include: • Welcome and Opening Remarks, Catherine Bethea. • Scallop Season – “A Community Success.” 2019 Dive In page 4 Taylor has the highest 2019 scallop counts EARLY COUNTS “Vulnerable” or “transitional” between 20 and 200 scallops per Taylor, Dixie, Citrus, Hernando population collapses can be Continued from page 3 populations average between 2 200 square meter (200m2), and Pasco. The graph (below) attributed to major environmental and 20 scallops per 200 square There are eight counties illustrates the average number of events such as an El Niño (1998), assess bay scallop populations meters (200m2), surveyed within the open harvest scallops observed per 200 square hurricanes (2004) or tropical along the Gulf coast of Florida, “Stable” populations average area: Gulf, Franklin, Wakulla, meters in those counties since storms (2010). in open and closed recreational 2012 and how that number relates A large-scale bay scallop harvest areas. to the abundance categories. restoration effort was conducted Surveys are usually initiated Scallop survey data indicate from 1998–2002 near the in June and completed in July. populations are down from last Crystal and Homosassa rivers Scientists look at long-term trends year (2018), but Taylor County’s in Citrus County and as a result in the abundance of scallops in scallop numbers are by far the the Homosassa abundance both the open and closed areas highest of the four areas surveyed increased substantially in 2000 and present those findings to thus far. Taylor County’s average and 2001. Coastal communities the FWC’s Division of Marine scallop count per 200 square benefited greatly from those Fisheries Management. meter survey area was 12 (down restoration efforts, and the Scientists classify bay scallop from 19.5 last year), but is Crystal River/Homosassa Springs abundances into categories approximately three or four times area continues to be a popular based on the average number of higher than Dixie (3.2) and Citrus destination during scallop season. scallops per 200 square meters (4.3) and significantly higher than (approximately 240 square Wakulla (0.9). yards). In most years, populations Scallop Count “Collapsed” populations within the open harvest area have average anything less than 2 Note: Surveys for Hernando, Pasco, Gulf and Franklin been stable or vulnerable and only in Taylor County scallops per 200 square meters counties are planned and will be added as they are occasionally collapsed (below Year...... Count* (200m2), completed. red line). Usually those statewide 2019...... 12.0 2018...... 19.5 2017...... 20.6 2016...... 63.0 2015...... 17.3 2014...... 6.0 2013...... 12.1 2012...... 9.4 2011...... 45.4 2010...... 18.2 2009...... 23.0 2008...... 46.7 2007...... 12.3 2006...... 3.7 2005...... 7.6 2004...... 6.3 2003...... 20.4 2002...... 46.2 * Count based on aver- age number of scallops observed per 200-square- meter area. 2019 Dive In page 5 Know the Rules: Don’t stop in closed areas, no double limits, have your fishing license! Beginning Saturday, June 15, legally-harvested bay scallops is time. This is the daily limit, free resident shore-based license. who qualifies as “fishing from the open scalloping area will run now allowed through closed areas. not a per trip limit. (No double The Florida Fish and Wildlife shore.” from south of Rock Island near the Boaters may not stop their vessels trips!) Conservation Commission, on its ➟ Please see page 6 mouth of the Fenholloway River in waters that are closed to harvest You are allowed to harvest website, has attempted to clarify in Taylor County (including the and must proceed directly to the bay scallops only by hand or Beaches area and Steinhatchee) to dock or ramp to land scallops in a with a landing or dip net. Bay north of Alligator Pass Daybeacon closed area. scallops may not be harvested for #4 near the mouth of the Suwannee There is a daily limit of 2 commercial purposes. River in Levy County. gallons of whole bay scallops in Unless otherwise exempt, The season opens for the rest of the shell or 1 pint of bay scallop you will need a regular Florida Taylor County on July 1. meat per person. In addition, no saltwater fishing license when The Florida Fish and Wildlife more than 10 gallons of whole bay you use a boat to harvest scallops. Conservation Commission passed scallops in the shell or one-half If you wade from shore, you a new rule this year under which gallon of bay scallop meat may be will need a regular Florida direct and continuous transit of possessed aboard any vessel at any saltwater fishing license or a

Scallopers are allowed to harvest “Mother Nature’s Easter eggs” only by hand or with a landing or dip net. Bay scallops may not be harvested for commercial purposes. 2019 Dive In page 6 Be sure to follow the rules RULES at a location by boat, he or she Continued from page 5 must have a regular saltwater fishing license, regardless Scallopers who wade into of whether he fishes from the water are considered to be shore. fishing from shore as long as For more information, visit they can stand on the bottom and http://myfwc.com/license/ do not access or leave the area recreational/saltwater-fishing/ by boat. If a scalloper arrives shoreline-faqs. 2019 Dive In page 7

2019 Scallop Season quick guide Think it’s hard to scallop? they’ve found a “sweet spot” with Basically, the only materials you lots of scallops. need for scalloping are a snorkel, You should have some luck mask, fins (or water shoes) around the same vicinity. and a mesh bag to hold your If you see one scallop shell, catch. there’s bound to be more Once you’re geared up, you’ll around. (Hint: Before you head need a boat to take you out, a out, ask around to find out divers-down flag to alert others where the hot spots are for the of your place in the water and season.) a recreational saltwater fishing Of course, not everyone license to keep things legal. answers the call of open waters. Scallops congregate in shallow Those who aren’t yet ready water hidden in manatee and to test their sea legs should try turtle grass. their luck at Hagen’s Cove, If you see a large group of boats ➟ Please see page 13 in a certain area, chances are 2019 Dive In page 8 2019 Dive In page 9 2019 Dive In page 8 2019 Dive In page 9 2019 Dive In page 10 Divers-down flags save lives; don’t forget yours With scallop season opening they are snorkeling or scuba diving by 24 inches and displayed at off most of the Taylor County while searching for these tasty the highest point where it can coast this Saturday, the Florida treats. be observed from 360 degrees Fish and Wildlife Conservation The divers-down symbol is around the vessel. A buoy may Commission (FWC) is reminding rectangular or square and red in not be used or displayed from a everyone engaged in this fun color with a white diagonal stripe. vessel. A divers-down flag or buoy, outdoor activity to use a divers- A divers-down flag displayed on ➟ Please see page 11 down warning device whenever a boat must be at least 20 inches A divers-down flag displayed on a boat must be at least 20 inches by 24 inches and displayed at the highest point where it can be observed from 360 degrees around the vessel. A buoy may not be used or displayed from a vessel. A divers-down flag or buoy, displayed from the water, must be at least 12 inches by 12 inches. (Photo courtesy of FWC) 2019 Dive In page 11 Stay away! DIVERS-DOWN FLAG Continued from page 10 displayed from the water, must be at least 12 inches by 12 inches. A flag must have a wire or other stiffener to hold it open, and a buoy may be three- or four-sided. All divers must prominently display a divers-down device in the area in which the diving occurs. All vessels must make a reasonable effort to stay at least 100 feet away from a divers-down device within a river, inlet or channel. In open waters, vessels must make a reasonable effort to stay 300 feet away. For safety, divers should stay within those same distances of their displayed device. A vessel that approaches closer must be fully off plane and at idle speed. The divers-down device should only be displayed when divers are in the water. When divers or snorkelers exit the water, it must be taken down. 2019 Dive In page 12 Want to help scallop research? Fill out a survey after your trip Done for the day? Help FWC’s how long it took to harvest and closed scalloping areas by and clicking on “Saltwater,” Scallop Season and Abundance scallop researchers by completing them. Participants can email visiting MyFWC.com/Research “Bay Scallops” and “Bay Survey.” an online survey at svy.mk/ [email protected] to bayscallops. ask questions or send additional Harvesters can indicate information. where they harvested scallops, Learn more about long-term how many they collected and abundance trends in the open

The bay scallop harvest area is separated into five regions, each with its own season dates. Scallops can be harvested legally in Gulf state waters from Pasco County to Gulf County. Scallop seasons vary along the Gulf coast SCALLOP SEASON River. Continued from page 2 For information on bay scallop regulations, visit MyFWC.com/ Island in Franklin County to the Fishing and click on “Saltwater mouth of the Fenholloway River Fishing,” “Recreational in Taylor County. Regulations” and “Bay Scallops.” • Levy, Citrus and Hernando Stow it, don’t throw it counties (including Cedar Key, Don’t forget to stow your Crystal River and Homosassa): trash securely on your vessel so July 1 through Sept. 24. This it doesn’t blow out, and do not region includes all state waters discard empty scallop shells in the from the mouth of the Suwannee Hernando or Crystal rivers. River in Levy County to the Citizen Science Hernando–Pasco county line. Learn more about long-term • Pasco County: A 10-day abundance trends in the open open season will occur July 19- and closed scalloping areas by 28. This region includes all state visiting MyFWC.com/Research waters south of the Hernando– and clicking on “Saltwater,” Pasco county line and north of “Bay Scallops” and “Bay the Anclote Key Lighthouse, Scallop Season and Abundance including all waters of the Anclote Survey.” 2019 Dive In page 13

New developments! Two new developments in Steinhatchee will be catering to visiting anglers and scallopers this year. New to Steinhatchee for the 2019 scallop season is the Steinhatchee River Club located at 5800 SW Hwy. 358, about one half mile east of the bridge in Steinhatchee. Phase 1 is complete, featuring 14 “tiny house” rental cabins that can sleep up to six. The new development also offers a limited number of RV spaces, as well as a boat ramp available to guests who bring their own boat. Steinhatchee River Club also has a limited number of wet slips (boat docks) available on a first-come, first-serve basis for guests. A second phase of development is the soon-to-be-built Steinhatchee Marina at Deadman’s Bay, which has the newest fleet of rental boats in Steinhatchee available for scallop season. The fleet of rentals include pontoons, tritoons and skiffs, all available for rent from the docks at The Estuary development located at 116 First Ave. South in Steinhatchee. Catch, then clean QUICK GUIDE things along. Continued from page 7 You might have thought it easy enough to get them out of the where you can join hundreds water, but it’s not so simple getting of other landlubbers wading scallops to come out of their into shallow waters in search of shells. scallops. What you’ll need: a place to After you’ve pulled in your fair set up shop (most marinas have share (the limit is two gallons of ample facilities), a knife or other whole scallops or one pint of meat sharp flat object to open the shell, per person; 10 gallons of whole a spoon to scoop out the scallop scallops or one-half gallon of and a container to hold the meat. meat per boat), head back to shore Now all that is left is a to get them cleaned. quick trip to the grill or frying Before you begin the task of pan...and enjoying a delicious cleaning your catch, be sure to get meal of scallops you caught some instructions to help move yourself. 2019 Dive In page 14 Independence Day celebrations to light up the sky After scalloping on the Gulf Steinhatchee Chamber of of Mexico, don’t miss these Commerce on Facebook. opportunities to end the Fourth of Fireworks will also fill the July with music and fireworks. skies in downtown Perry, which Steinhatchee will host its will host a red, white and blue annual Fourth of July celebration Independence Day celebration on Thursday, July 4, at the the 4th of July. Live music will Steinhatchee Community Center. include Sarah Brittany at 6 p.m. A fireworks show will light the and Andy Purcell at 7:30 p.m., skies “at dark.” Residents and with fireworks following at 9 p.m. visitors are reminded that the The fun begins at 6 p.m. with bridge will be closed from 8:30 to activities including craft and 10 p.m. for the fireworks display. food vendors, a Kid’s Fun Zone, “Bring your tailgate, or a lawn MoonPie eating contest and chair,” organizers said, promising cornhole tournament. that the event will include more Admission is free. For more activities to be announced. “The information, contact the Perry- roads fill up quickly and early.” Taylor County Chamber of For more information, visit Commerce at (850) 584-5366. 2019 Dive In page 15 Gulf to Table: Turning your catch into a delectable dinner Scallop Ceviche Bay Scallops Over Puff Pastry scallops from pan, set aside and 3 T. butter, melted Cook 1 minute, stirring Prepare the following mixture 2 slices thick bacon, chopped keep warm. 1 lb. bay scallops constantly. Gradually add Half before going on boat: fine Increase heat to high and reduce ½ cup dry white wine and Half; cook over medium 1 c. freshly squeezed lime juice 1 T. unsalted butter liquid in pan to only 1/3 cup. Add 2 T. parsley, chopped heat, stirring constantly, until ½ c. finely diced red onion ¾ lb. bay scallops minced garlic and remove pan 1 T. lemon juice mixture is thickened and ½ c. finely diced bell pepper, ½ t. salt from heat. Saute garlic for one ¾ t. salt bubbly. red or yellow (or both) 1 t. Cajun seafood seasoning minute. ¼ t. cayenne pepper Beat egg yolks until thick and 2 large garlic cloves finely 2 cloves minced fresh garlic Return pan to high heat and 3 T. butter lemon colored. Gradually stir minced 1/3 c. white wine deglaze pan with 1/3 c. white ¼ c. Wondra quick-mixing about one-fourth of hot mixture ¼ c. chopped fresh cilantro 1 medium tomato, chopped fine wine. Add mustard and seafood flour into yolks; add to remaining ½ to 1 whole jalapeno pepper, 1 t. Grey Poupon mustard stock; stir into mixture. Reduce 1 c. Half and Half hot mixture, stirring constantly. seeds removed and finely diced 1 t. seafood stock or ½ c. clam pan juices to 1/3 cup. Add 2 each, egg yolks Gradually stir in reserved scallop or if you want more heat use ½ juice chopped tomato and reduce heat ¼ c. soft bread crumbs liquid (3/4 c. plus 2 T.). Fold in Scotch Bonnet Pepper 2 green onions, minced finely to medium-high; cook for 5 1 T. butter, melted scallop mixture. Spoon mixture ½ c. diced fresh mango Heat large skillet on high; minutes or until liquid is reduced Saute mushrooms and onions into six greased, individual ¼ c. virgin olive oil heat and fry chopped bacon until by one-half. Add green onions in 3 T. butter in a large skillet baking shells. Salt and pepper to taste browned. Remove from skillet and cook for 2 minutes. Return until tender. Add scallops, wine, Place shells on baking sheet or Put the above mixture in and set aside. Season scallops scallops and bacon to pan just parsley, lemon juice, salt and cookie sheet. Broil 4 inches from Tupperware container in the ice with Cajun seafood seasoning. long enough to heat through. pepper; cover and cook over heat on low until golden brown chest that’s going on the boat. Return skillet to burner on Serve over puff pastry. medium heat 3 minutes. Drain and heated through. About 2-3 Add the first quart of scallops medium-high and add 1 T. scallop mixture, reserving ¾ c. minutes. Depends on how cool that you clean to the above unsalted butter. When butter is Coquilles St. Jacques plus 2 T. liquid. Set aside. things become when assembling; mixture and leave for one hour. melted, add scallops and sauté (Six servings) Melt 3 T. butter in a heavy you can also put in 400-degree Serve with tortilla chips if for 2 minutes or until scallops ¾ c. mushrooms, chopped saucepan over low heat; add flour, oven for a few minutes first, then desired and a cold beer. are opaque in color. Remove 3 T. green onion, chopped stirring until smooth. on broil. 20182019 Dive InIn pagepage 1616 TAYLOR COUNTY SCALLOPING MAP BOAT RAMPS Jena Ramp - West end of CR 358, Jena Steinhatchee Boat Ramp (former site of Ideal Marina) - 100 1st Avenue SE, Steinhatchee Dallus Creek Landing - West end of Dallus Creek Road, off CR 361 shallow( draft boats only) Hagen’s Cove Recreation Area - West end of Hagen’s Cove Road, off CR 361 shallow( draft boats only) Dark Island Boat Ramp - 22058 Dark Island Road, Dark Island (shallow draft boats only) Keaton Beach Boat Ramp - 20131 Beach Road (CR 361), Keaton Beach MARINAS

River Haven Marina - 1110 Riverside Drive, Steinhatchee Steinhatchee Sea Hag Marina - 322 Riverside Drive, Steinhatchee * Scallops may be found in any location where seagrasses are present. Good places to begin searching are depths near the Bird Racks, but watch out for obstructions close to the positions located on the maps.