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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2019 / 16 PAGES, 2 SECTIONS • fbnewsleader.com Does your waste for recycling actually get recycled? JULIA ROBERTS recycled is taken to Republic Services News-Leader in Jacksonville. Advanced Disposal wants to dispel If you care about the environment, the myth that recyclable material is sim- you separate the things you dispose of: ply taken to a landfill along with garbage. paper, aluminum cans, cardboard, and Their recycle trucks weigh in and out at plastics go in a recycling bin, separate Republic Services, they said, so there is from the rest of the trash and garbage. a record of how much material is taken But do the items you painstakingly sepa- to be recycled. rate actually get recycled? The answer “Folks get on Facebook and com- can depend on how well you avoid some- plain that we are loading it on to a truck thing called “contamination.” and taking it to the dump anyway. We Advanced Disposal, the company don’t do that. We’d never do that,” that collects garbage and recycling from Advanced Disposal General Manager 6,000 residential customers in the city Jeff Edwards said. “It is just not right. JULIA ROBERTS/NEWS-LEADER of Fernandina Beach, says that after Advanced Disposal has recycling containers at the city’s parking lot D on the south end of the Fernandina it is picked up, the waste meant to be RECYCLING Continued on 4A Harbor Marina. Recyclable items can be placed in the containers for pickup by Advanced. $500,000 KENDRICK’S HOMER PULLS NATS AHEAD IN WORLD SERIES WIN Cummer lottery win Museum for Yulee is free on woman Fridays The Florida Lottery announced The Cummer Museum of Art & Oct. 23 that Ashley Kelly, 34, of Yulee, Gardens offers free admission to its claimed a $500,000 top prize from the permanent collection and gardens $500,000 Jackpot Multiplier scratch- 4 to 9 p.m. every Friday to kick off off game. She purchased her winning the weekend. The free admission ticket from the Circle K at 850378 U.S. is presented compliments of PNC Highway 17 in Yulee. Bank. The $5 game features 12 top prizes Over the past three months, the of $500,000, and the Museum provided free admission odds of Kelly win- and programming every Friday eve- ning $500,000 were ning. The campaign drew approxi- 1-in-1,180,000, mately 9,000 visitors to the Museum, according to the including more than 1,200 visitors Florida Lottery. during its final week – representing There were seven a 25% increase in visitation compared more of the win- to the same period in 2018. Guests ning game cards in will be able to purchase food and bever- circulation as of Oct. 30, according to ages including beer, wine and cocktails floridalottery.com. from the Cummer Café during Free The game’s overall odds of winning Fridays. are one-in-4.01. Additional experiences, such as Scratch-Offs generated more admission to signature exhibitions, will than $871 million for the Educational be available for purchase. Enhancement Trust Fund (EETF) in FOX SPORTS/MLB.COM The Cummer Museum of Art FY 2017-18, according to the Florida A two-run homer by Washington Nationals designated hitter and former West Nassau High School & Gardens is located in downtown Lottery, and comprise approximately player Howie Kendrick in the seventh game of the 2019 World Series Wednesday night powered the Jacksonville at 829 Riverside Ave. Visit 69% of ticket sales. Nationals to a 3-2 lead over the Houston Astros. For more on Kendrick see page 10A. www.cummermuseum.org. North Florida general gun deer season opens Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is a safe activity, and hunter safety courses help make it even safer by teaching students about fire- Florida’s Zone C general gun deer season begins arms safety, hunting laws and regulations, outdoor Saturday, Nov. 2, providing hunters the opportunity skills, knowledge about wildlife and habitats, and the to get back to nature. And if knowledge, skill and importance of being a conservationist. luck come together for a successful hunt, there’s The FWC offers other programs and oppor- also healthy and delicious wild game to share and tunities for youth and families to learn about and enjoy. experience hunting, including the Youth Hunting Zone C is Florida’s largest hunting zone, encom- Program. This program offers safe, educational, passing the central and northern part of the state. mentored hunts for youth who have successfully The general gun season for deer runs Nov. 2 to Jan. completed a hunter safety course. Participants 19 on lands outside of the wildlife management area accompanied by a parent or guardian can learn about system and gives hunters the chance to carve out conservation and gain new outdoor skills during time from their busy schedules to go afield. It’s also these organized weekend hunts. Sign up for a hunt a good opportunity to introduce someone to deer by checking out the Youth Hunting Program event hunting. Taking a friend, family member, co-worker calendar. or neighbor hunting makes the experience even Youth throughout the state also are learning a more special. variety of outdoors skills through the FWC’s Florida The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Youth Conservation Centers Network. Through this Commission (FWC) has developed online resourc- program, staff work with more than 350 partners to es to make it easier for mentors and new hunters introduce children and teens throughout Florida to to get started deer hunting. Plus, the FWC’s new archery, hunting, boating, fishing, wildlife discovery WMA Finder allows users to locate public hunt- and more. The FYCCN’s partners engage youth in ing opportunities based on species, season, location outdoor adventure while igniting their interest in and more. If you plan on hunting at a WMA, check conservation. WMA regulations brochures for each area you’re The FWC’s wildlife professionals use scientific interested in because season dates and other regula- data to conserve game wildlife populations and pro- TIM DONOVAN/FLORIDA FISH AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION COMMISSION tions may vary. vide sustainable hunting opportunities. Florida is The general gun season for deer runs Nov. 2 to Jan. 19 on lands outside of the Florida Those new to hunting can learn about conser- home to healthy game wildlife populations, along Wildlife Management Area system and gives hunters the chance to carve out time from vation and how to be safe, responsible hunters by their busy schedules to go afield. taking a free FWC hunter safety course. Hunting HUNTING Continued on 3A

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NL Friday 11.01.19.indd 1 10/31/19 6:52 PM 2A FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2019 NEWS News-Leader OBITUARIES Right Whale Festival this weekend Ronald N. Leyendecker NOAA Fisheries and other Keep Nassau Beautiful at 9 a.m. a live “mermaid” and an endan- and nurse their young. Ronald N. Leyendecker, 83, and son, Scott dedicated partners are hosting Saturday. gered species puppet parade. With a population of only of Fernandina Beach, Fla., passed Leyendecker. the 11th annual Right Whale Then, at 10 a.m., the festival For more information and a about 400 and fewer than 95 away Monday evening, October He is sur- Festival on Saturday and Sunday grounds will open and guests schedule of activities, visit right- breeding females remaining, 28, 2019. vived by his in its new home at Main Beach will be able to meet right whale whalefestival.com. protecting every individual is a He was born February 28, children, Brian in Fernandina Beach. biologists and visit dozens of Each year, endangered North priority in order to avoid extinc- 1936 in Massachusetts to Jacob Leyendecker, The free family event cel- educational booths. In addition, Atlantic right whales migrate tion. and Mary Rose Leyendecker and Kimberly ebrates the endangered North vendors will be selling ocean- south, more than 1,000 miles NOAA’s partners include the served in the U.S. Marines. Talbot, Tracey Atlantic right whale’s upcom- themed art & gifts and a variety away from their feeding grounds Amelia Island Convention and In addition to his parents, he Daly, and Todd Leyendecker; ing return to Northeast Florida of games, prizes, and food will off Canada and New England, Visitors Bureau, Clearwater was preceded in death by his eight grandchildren; and four as North Atlantic right whale be available. to the warm coastal waters of Marine Aquarium Research wife, Jacqueline Leyendecker, great-grandchildren. calving season begins in mid- Live music will be provided South Carolina, Georgia and Institute, and the Amelia Island November and continues by Brian Ernst, The Honey Northeast Florida. These south- Right Whale Action Group, as Norman Joseph Pineault through mid-April. Badgers, Mama Blue and other ern waters are the only known well as dedicated sponsors The festival will kick off local favorites. Other entertain- calving area for the species, an Jaxport, Advanced Disposal, and Norman Joseph Pineault, 81, After retiring in 1986, Norm with a beach cleanup hosted by ment will include giant bubbles, area where they give birth to SeaWorld. passed away Thursday, October and Sandy moved to the South 24, 2019 at Community Hospice Shore of Massachusetts and & Palliative Care’s Warner Rhode Island, where they worked Center for Caring in Fernandina on their garden, traveled, and Beach, Fla. after a long illness. welcomed grandchildren into Norm is their lives. In 2004, Norm and ‘Ask the County Manager’ meeting WEEKLY UPDATE Since August 2018, County Manager Mike Mullin has survived by his Sandy settled on Amelia Island, wife of 34 years, where they made numerous been holding monthly meetings to make himself available to Sandy; daughter, friends and became active in their anyone wishing to ask county-related questions or address Lyn Skibinski church, St. Francis of Assisi. A Gen. Spalding event cancelled county-related issues. He is now expanding the schedule to neé Pineault; lifelong learner, one of Norm’s Retired Brig. Gen. Dr. Robert S. Spalding III cancelled his include additional meetings throughout the county. Below is husband Steve); last joys was learning how to play planned event for 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7, in Fernandina a tentative meeting schedule for this next quarter: son, David (wife chess and starting the St. Francis Beach because of a family medical emergency. In a forum to • Monday, Nov. 4, at 5:30 p.m., American Beach Lori); and five grandchildren, Men’s Chess Club. be moderated by Judge Robert M. Foster, Spalding was to Community Center, 1600 Julia Street, Amelia Island Nolan, Jason, Kyle, Alexander, Norm was passionate about have discussed a variety of topics involving China and its role Please note that dates can change due to unforeseen cir- and Meagan. Sandy’s “Project Isobel” which, in the world. The general was an advisor to the Joint Chiefs of cumstances. Residents are urged to check nassaucountyfl. Norm was born August 15, in partnership with the Respect Staff on China, a former military attaché to the U.S. embassy com for current meeting information. You may also contact 1938 to the late Bertha and Life Ministry, supported the in Beijing, and chief architect of the Trump Administration’s the County Manager’s Office, at 530-6010 to confirm meet- George Pineault of Swansea, St. Gerard maternity home and national security strategy. No information has been provided ing dates, times, and locations. Mass. Norm spent his early Christian high school for unwed about rescheduling the event. years in Swansea attending St. mothers. Norm and Sandy were Michael’s elementary school Respect Life coordinators at St. Legion hosting OneBlood bus driving strategies and provides a refresher of the rules of the and graduating from Case High Michael for two years. Norm also American Legion Post 54 will sponsor a blood drive from road. Drivers learn research-based tips to adapt their driving to School in 1956. He went on was council program director at 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. All donors will receive a OneBlood compensate for physical and cognitive changes that may occur to attend Brown University Respect Life for two years and holiday blanket and a pair of tickets to The Comedy Zone plus with aging. Plus, you may qualify for a multi-year automobile and graduated in 1960 with did a great job coordinating the a wellness checkup that includes blood pressure, temperature, insurance discount by completing the course (check with your a degree in political science. different programs. Everyone iron count, and cholesterol screening. The OneBlood bus will auto insurance agent for details). You can take the AARP Following university, Norm got great joy from Norm’s be at the American Legion at 626 S. Third St. in Fernandina Smart Driver course at the Nassau County Council on Aging served in the U.S. Air Force and smile. Norm held the values and Beach and not at the farmers market this month. There is a Life Center, located at 1901 Island Walkway in Fernandina was stationed in Biloxi, Miss., teachings of God deep within his great need for blood this time of year. Remember that donating Beach. This six-hour classroom course is being held Nov. 8 where he attained the rank of heart. one pint can help save three lives. Help us to better serve you. and 9 from 9 a.m. to noon each day (series of two classes). second lieutenant. Following May God have mercy on the Make an appointment online at oneblooddonor.org and use The cost of materials and certificate for insurance discount is his military service, Norm repose of the soul of our husband, sponsor code “32627.” $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members. Space is earned his MBA at Northeastern father, and friend, Norm Pineault, limited, so register now by calling 261-0701. University and went on to work and may HE give comfort and Volunteers needed for troops project in the Finance Department peace to his family as they mourn Would you like to help bring some of the joy of the holidays Nov. 17 blood drive at St. Francis at General Electric in Lynn, the loss of their loved one. Rest to U.S. troops who will spend the holidays far from family and St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Mission at 86000 St. Francis Mass. in Peace Norm! friends? If so, you’re invited to participate in the eighth annual Way in Yulee will be holding a blood drive from 8 a.m. to 1 Trees for America’s Troops event planned for next Thursday, p.m. Sunday, Nov. 17. All donors will receive a free OneBlood Jimmy Joseph Simmons Friday, and Saturday, Nov. 7-9 at Memorial United Methodist blanket and a $10 egift card along with a wellness checkup Church’s Maxwell Hall. Hours will be 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday including blood pressure, temperature, iron count, pulse and Jimmy Joseph Simmons, 66, Precious, Shaunice, Domonique, and Friday and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. All ages are wel- cholesterol screening! Sign up online atoneblooddonor.org and of Fernandina Beach, Fla., passed Aniyah, Alexis, Alice, Jakyea, come to help decorate trees, sign Christmas cards, and fill use sponsor code “34851.” Walk-in always welcome! away peacefully Monday, October Raheem, and Annalise; ex-wife hundreds of stockings. Trees for America’s Troops is a not- 28, 2019 at Community Hospice of 14 years, Robin Simmons; six for-profit organization established in memory of SPC4 Kelly J. Estate planning for dementia patients & Palliative Care’s Warner nieces, Patria, Synetta (William), Mixon of Fernandina Beach (Afghanistan, December 2010). The Nassau County Council on Aging’s Caregivers Support Center for Caring in Fernandina Lucy (Richard), Passion (Torry), Also, the community is invited to donate 24-inch pre-lit and Group will meet Thursday, Nov. 21, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Beach, Fla. Volare, and Leah; one nephew, decorated Christmas trees and individual serving sizes of dried at the Fernandina Beach Life Center, located at 1901 Island Jimmy attended Fernandina Eric; 13 nieces and nephews; fruit, cookies, nuts, Crystal Light, etc., along with puzzle books Walkway in Fernandina Beach. Beach High School and gradu- cousins, Bobbie (Earli), Lisa and cards. Toys and treats are also needed for bomb-sniffing The support group meeting will include a special presenta- ated in 1971. (James), Oscar, Pam, Pearl, and dogs. In addition, monetary donations are needed to help with tion from 3:45 to 4:30 p.m. by Jan Carver, a board-certified After gradua- Tommy (Sandra); and special shipping and supplies. Last year, 141 volunteers packed 2,087 elder law attorney. Her presentation on “Estate Planning and tion he began friend, Sascha Moor. pounds of cheer for the troops and their canine warriors. Advance Directives for Persons with Dementia” will be fol- his career at He will be deeply missed by If you know someone who will be serving outside of the U.S. lowed by a question and answer session. NCCOA’s Caregivers Terminal Paper his family, friends, and all who during the holidays and would like to add them to TFAT’s wish Support Group meets the third Thursday of each month. The Bag Company, knew him. list, send their name and complete shipping address to info@ overall goal of the group is to offer support and education for where he The family will receive friends treesfortroops.org. For more information, visit treesforamericas- caregivers. It is not suited for loved ones to attend; however, retired after 25 5-7 p.m. Friday, November 1, troops.org or call 206-3938. all caregivers are welcome. For more information, call Debra years. He loved being around 2019 at Oxley-Heard Funeral Dombkowski, NCCOA Adult Day HealthCare director, LPN, his family and friends and was Directors. A homegoing service Meeting on land conservation CDP, at 775-5480. a faithful member of Starting will be held at 12 p.m. Saturday, Amelia Tree Conservancy will hold a business meeting Point Behavioral Healthcare, November 2, 2019 in the Burgess 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Nov.7. The featured speaker will be Marc Donations needed for NAMI shoe drive where he spent most of his Chapel of Oxley-Heard Funeral Hudson, North Florida Land Trust’s land protection director. The Nassau chapter of the National Alliance on Mental retirement years making new Directors with Pastors Richard Hudson will address “Land Conservation on Amelia Island: Illness will host its annual Christmas shoe party for 125 county friends. and Lucy Polk officiating. He will Moving Forward.” Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a cash residents with a chronic mental illness on Dec. 7. In addi- He was predeceased by his be laid to rest with his mother bar will be available. RSVP by today to savethetrees@ame- tion to providing a pair of athletic shoes, the chapter also parents, Ossie Simmons and at Bosque Bello Cemetery. liatreeconservancy.org. The meeting will be at the Fernandina provides socks, undergarments, and basic toiletries. NAMI Lucy Mae Delaney. The Repast will be immedi- Beach Municipal Golf Club at 2800 Bill Melton Road. asks that members of the community help finance the cost Jimmy leaves behind two ately after the committal ser- of the shoes as well as any toiletry donations. Donations sisters, Sherian Daniels and vice at Burns Hall of St. Peter’s City manager to address FRWN should be mailed to NAMI Nassau County, P.O. Box 16712, Mable Russell (Bob); seven Episcopal Church, located at 801 The Federated Republican Women of Nassau will meet Fernandina Beach, FL 32035. For information, write or email children, Jimmy Joseph Jr., Irvin Atlantic Avenue in Fernandina at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 8, at the Fernandina Beach Golf [email protected] or call 277-1886. Grant, Shaun Simmons (Erica), Beach. Club at 2800 Bill Melton Road. The guest speaker will be Maury Brown (Erica), Chrysten Please share your memories Fernandina Beach City Manager Dale Martin. Any and all reg- Bereavement support Simmons, Janet Simmons, and and condolences at www.oxley- istered Republicans are invited to attend and join, if desired, as Community Hospice and Palliative Care’s open support Latanya Baker; 12 grandchil- heard.com . members or associate members. Reserve a spot no later than group for those grieving the death of a loved one are held dren, Juwuan, Kiara, Shaun Jr., Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors Tuesday, Nov. 5, by contacting frwnassau@gmail or 624-0255. 10-11:30 a.m. the first and third Tuesday of each month in the Cost is $15 per person. organization’s office at the Nassau Council on Aging, 1901 Island WalkWay, Fernandina Beach. For information, contact Sierra film focuses on wasted food Bereavement Manager Byron Beall at 407-6811. The next Nassau County Sierra Club film will be shown at 7 MS group meets monthly in FB FREEFREEFREE CONCERT CONCERT p.m. Friday, Nov. 8, at the Fernandina Beach Branch Library. Just Eat It is a digestible visual feast of a documentary on cui- The Fernandina Beach MS Support Group meets 6-7:30 FIRSTFIRSTFIRST PRESYBTERIAN PRESYBTERIAN sine-based activism. As a society, Americans devour countless p.m. on the second Tuesday of every month at the Fernandina FIRSTFREE PRESBYTERIAN CONCERT cooking shows, culinary magazines, and foodie blogs. Since Beach Branch Library, located at 25 N. Fourth St. The National thth th most Americans love food, how can we possibly be throwing MS Society maintains a network of different groups to provide FIRST9 N.9 PRESYBTERIAN N.6 6StreetStreet Street 50% of it in the trash? This fun and highly accessible documen- opportunity for people living with MS to connect with others liv- th tary will create a revolution in the way we eat and view food. ing similar life experiences. For more information, contact Jim FRIDAYFRIDAYFRIDAY NOVEMBER9 N.NOVEMBER 6 Street 8,8, 201920198, 2019 Appropriate for ages 12 and up. 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As part of the Florida Department of I-95 south traffic will be detoured to the I-295 Transportation’s Interstate 95/Interstate 295 East Beltway, take the U.S. 17 (Main Street) exit, North interchange improvements project, over- head north on U.S. 17 to the I-295 west ramp and night detours of I-95 south are planned for Nov. continue on I-295 west to the I-95 south exit at 4-11 from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., according to a news the interchange. release. Contractor Archer Western is projected to Work crews will use the time to set beams complete the $176.8 million project in the spring over southbound I-95, weather and unforeseen of 2021, weather and unforeseen circumstances circumstances permitting. permitting, according to FDOT. Property owners worried

PHOTOS BY JULIA ROBERTS/NEWS-LEADER about dune’s destruction Children and adults enjoyed trick-or- treating in downtown Fernandina Beach on JULIA ROBERTS among the trees on a dune with Finders owns it. Halloween morning. Downtown businesses News-Leader a hidden driveway and a deck Parham said Dream Finders’ handed out candy to hundreds of children with a view that stretches to project manager came to talk to who got an early start to the annual tradi- Some property owners are the ocean. At the end of Parham her, along with the arborist for tion. concerned that the encroachment and Hall’s driveway is a vacant the city of Fernandina Beach, on a dune by the construction of a lot that fronts Kingfisher Way. and assured her the dune would home on the north end of Amelia Parham said the sisters did not not be destroyed. Parham wasn’t Island might be harmful to their pay much attention to the corner reassured, though, in spite of ment agencies, such as the ing license and a deer permit property. lot. the fact that Dream Finders HUNTING Continued from 1A FWC, from the sporting arms (unless exempt). In addition, Bambi Parham and her sis- “We knew it was sold,” had obtained all the necessary with a wide variety of other and archery industries and the those planning to hunt one of ter, Connie Hall, built a vaca- Parham told the News-Leader. permits from the city. She then wildlife species, as a result. people of Florida who partici- Florida’s many wildlife man- tion home three years ago at the “We looked it up and saw that engaged an attorney, Arthur I. Hunters and target shooters are pate in these outdoor activities. agement areas will need a west end of West Fourth Street, someone had bought it.” A devel- important partners in this con- The funding supports research, management area permit. Also, off Tarpon Avenue. That house opment company called Dream DUNE Continued on 5A servation effort. They provide education, access to public there is a new annual state- is separated from homes on wildlife management funding lands, and habitat management wide bag limit for deer and new Kingfisher Way by a sand dune through the purchase of hunt- and conservation to benefit requirements to log and report approximately 20 feet high. The 24th Annual Sat., Nov. 2nd | 9p – 4p ing licenses that bring more dol- many wildlife species, including harvested deer. Get more property at 721 Kingfisher Way lars back to Florida through the those that aren’t hunted. information about these and also abuts Fort Clinch State Park, Fernandina Beach Golf Club Wildlife Restoration Program. To take part in the Zone C other statewide hunting rules which makes it environmentally 2800 Bill Melton Rd This program provides grant general gun season for deer, taking effect in 2019-2020 at sensitive land. funds to state wildlife manage- hunters need a Florida hunt- MyFWC.com/Deer. The house is secluded, built Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Building A New Home?

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• Junk mail and envelopes (no plastic What can be recycled? cards, stick-on labels or unused stamps); Sports shorts Containers • Paperback books (no hardcover • Aluminum cans, trays and foil (trays books). We are in the thick of col- athletes stand to gain from the and foil must be cleaned); Not Accepted lege football, midway through change. • Steel cans and tins; • Motor oil, insecticide, herbicide or the NFL season, awaiting Imagine the elite athletes • Aseptic packaging and gable-top con- hazardous chemical containers; game seven of a zany World signing autographs for a fee, tainers (milk and juice cartons); • Plastic bags (instead, reuse or return Series, and at the start of the offering a bonus jersey with • Glass bottles and jars (clear, brown, to grocery or department stores); NBA season. Several story the “premium package.”Any green); • Plastic buckets, such as kitty litter • Plastic sheets or film (no plastic lines are worth a visit. guess how that will work out? • Soda, water and flavored beverage containers (five-gallon size maximum); no sheets, tarps or wrap); Jalen Ramsey. Is it a Could financial consultants bottles (#1 clear and green plastic resin); metal handles. • Window glass, auto glass, dinner- coincidence that the Jaguars (agents and cousin Freddie) be • Milk, water and juice jugs (#2 clear Paper Fiber ware or ceramics; are breathing new life post hanging around the process? plastic resin); • Newspaper, including inserts • Building Materials; Ramsey? Every NFL team Too many 20- to 22-year-old • Detergent and fabric softener con- (remove plastic sleeves); • Food; name is plural because eleven first year pros are financially tainers (#2 colored plastic resin); • Cardboard (no waxed cardboard); all • Diapers; teammates illiterate. How are 18- and • PVC narrow neck containers corrugated cardboard cut into pieces no • Filters; are part 19-year-olds supposed to only, such as health and beauty aid prod- larger than 3-foot-by-3-foot; • Electronic Waste; of every manage the process and still ucts, household cleaners (#3 plastic • Kraft (brown paper) bags; • Toys; play and be “student” athletes? Lots resin); • Magazines, catalogs and telephone • Hoses; the team is of luck. • Grocery containers, such as marga- books; • Wet Items; 53 strong. Sports leading earners. rine tubs, frozen dessert cups, six pack • Office, computer, notebook and • Expanded foam and clear polysty- Can one We need some numbers in rings, etc. (#4 plastic resin); gift-wrap paper (no metal clips, spirals, rene. These are not accepted per joint bad apple, this column: • Grocery containers, such as yogurt binders); advisory from the Illinois Recycling regard- • Pro Soccer Lionel Messi cups, and narrow neck syrup and ketchup • Chipboard (cereal, cake and food mix Association, Illinois Department of less of how $80 million per year bottles (#5 plastic resin); boxes, gift boxes, shoe boxes, etc.); Commerce and Community Affairs, and KEFFER’S shiny, spoil • NBA Seth Curry • #7 plastic resin narrow neck con- • Carrier stock (soda and beer can car- Region 5 US Environmental Protection the bunch? $40.2 million per year tainers only; rying cases); Agency. CORNER Ramsey • ML Baseball Mike Trout could and $39 million per year he did. The • NFL Russell Wilson Rick Keffer Edwards said. “Once they get to remove those items, then return call us and say, ‘We had extra players who $35 million per year RECYCLING the bails and get it all sorted, to collect their recyclables, Evatt trash (so) we used the recycling recognize he bailed on them • NHL Auston Matthews Continued from 1A it used to be that China would said. cart,’ but we don’t want to do it to posture his trade demand $15.91 million per year Also, we have contracts with our buy a lot of recyclables from our The company is very careful at any cost. We don’t want people lost respect for Ramsey. This Average sports league sala- municipalities and customers to country. They don’t do it any- not to combine trash and recy- to think that.” is the guy who says he needs ries: NBA – $4.9 million; MLB recycle. It would be a violation of more.” clables, Edwards added. According to Resource to be respected more by the – $3.82 million; NHL – $2.58 a contract.” But only 30% of the material “If we have a truck that col- Recycling, an industry news front office. He needs to think million; NFL – $2 million; Pro Route Supervisor Karlie that goes to the recycling facil- lected trash on Monday, and we publication, “In 2018, the aver- more about his teammates, Soccer – $1.6 million. Evatt told the News-Leader ity is recycled, Evatt said. This need it to collect recyclables on age price Republic fetched for new and old. If you ask me, Takeaways: soccer that after it is delivered to the is due to contamination, when Tuesday and it still has trash in OCC (Old Corrugated Cardboard/ the Rams bet the farm on a has the highest highs and Jacksonville facility, it is emptied recyclable materials are mixed there, it goes to the dump and is Containers) in 2018 was $97 a selfish player. lowest average; hockey has onto a conveyor belt, where it is with non-recyclable material emptied first before we collect ton, compared with $159 a ton in NCAA caves. I did not see the least disparity and is a separated both by people work- such as plastic bags, both grocery the recycles,” Edwards said. 2017. For old newspapers (ONP), this one coming. The National higher average than the NFL; ing on the belt as well as sensors bags and trash bags. Those bags “There is never mixing. Our it was $59 a ton, down from $100 Collegiate Athletic Association there is no correlation to onto separate belts depending on become enmeshed in the equip- employees know that they don’t a ton the year before, according has agreed to student athletes sports salaries and inflation; the type of material it is. Evatt ment used at the recycling facil- do that, or else.” to the company’s financial filings. earning royalties, to simplify fans fuel sports dollars; too said that facility is the only one ity, so the facility does not accept He added that customers Excluding glass and organics, the the matter. California and a many watch sports and don’t in Jacksonville that accepts “co- plastic bags of any kind. sometimes use their recycle can company received an average few other states support the play them. mingled” recyclables. “People think they are being to dispose of overflow from their commodity price of $106 per ton ability of college players to Sports overall benefit Before Advanced began tak- helpful by putting their recy- trashcan. “We contact the cus- in the fourth quarter, down 15 make money on their images, society. The primary upsides ing its recyclable materials to clables in trash bags or in gro- tomer, and we tell them, ‘This percent year over year. jerseys, and autographs. The are amateur sports beginning Republic, employees separated cery bags,” Evatt said. “But, thing you put in there is not recy- “In 2018, Republic sold NCAA decided to approve a with Y-league basketball, recyclables according to material that contaminates the material.” clable,’ and give them the oppor- 5.1 million tons of recyclables, conceptual plan to begin in Little League, Pop Warner, type when they picked up recy- She said grocery bags should be tunity to clean it out,” Evatt said. about three-quarters of which 2021. ESPN is going to have a soccer, and others. Kids get cling and placed it into separate returned to stores, many of “If not, we ask them to take it out was OCC, ONP or mixed paper. picnic following the eventual exercise, learn about “team,” compartments on the truck. which have collection contain- of the recycling container and put The company is no longer send- roll out of “cash for quarter- are introduced to coaching, After it is separated, Republic ers for them. it in their trash container. They’ll ing recyclables to China and is backs”. Let’s be realistic, and are part of something with Services bundles the material Styrofoam is another mate- ask why we can’t just take it out instead sending material to alter- football, and to some extent new and old friends. into bails to sell it to companies rial that customers often think of the recycling container and put native markets.” basketball, are the story line. With middle school, and then that make products using recy- is recyclable. In fact, it is not, it in the trash, but that first time Reports submitted to the The football skill players and high school, it kicks up two cled materials. The price those Edwards said, along with food somebody sees us dumping a city of Fernandina Beach by the “one and done” basketball notches. This is sports at its companies pay Republic varies containers with food material in recycling cart into the trash cart, Advanced Disposal show the players will be the primary purest level, with most par- from day to day. Edwards said them. it’s a field day.” company picked up 1,243 metric beneficiaries. Narrow it down ticipants. that market is not as robust as If there are non-recyclable “We will come back and pick tons of recyclable material last to a small basket of elite pro- As you read this Friday, fall it once was. items in a customer’s recycle up the trash for them, but we year, and 1,124 as of the end of grams, and the end result is is hopefully here to stay. Have “There is not as much of a bin, Advanced Disposal will call won’t do that,” Edwards added. September 2019. small percentage of college a good week. market for recyclable materials,” the customer and ask them to “We’ve actually had residents [email protected]

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NL Friday 11.01.19.indd 4 10/31/19 6:56 PM FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2019 NEWS News-Leader 5A Lessons in government ’ve reached the halfway Charter will never experience, nor do point of the third series of because they want to. my Government Academy, the City As I indicated earlier, the hosted by the Nassau Commission participants in the series have A dune on Kingfisher I County Council on Aging. has cre- been engaging. They have also Way on the north end Thank you, Ms. Janice Ancrum, ated a Charter been very intelligent. But they of Amelia Island is for the opportunity and the Review have, in very few instances, being excavated for use of your wonderful facility. Commission. never had the time and opportu- the construction of Unlike the first two series that Each city nity to learn how the “system” a house. Neighbors gathered in the afternoon, this commis- works. What are millage rates behind the site are series meets in the evening. CITY sioner was and rollback rates? What are the concerned the con- The final Wednesday sessions NOTES entitled to an differences between market, struction will affect will explore the city’s Police and appointment assessed, and taxable values? their property. Fire Departments, the city’s to the Charter What is “homestead” and “por- JULIA ROBERTS/NEWS-LEADER water and wastewater systems, Dale Martin Review tability”? At the individual prop- and the city’s airport, golf Commission, erty owner level, these issues Dream Finders submitted location to minimize impacts on course, and marina operations. as were the city clerk and the are the foundation of how the Continued from 3A DUNE a building permit application to the site.” As was the case with the city manager. The city attorney city operates: the city budget. “Buddy” Jacobs of Jacobs, Scholz the city of Fernandina Beach Gibson told the News-Leader first two series, the current serves as counsel to the Charter The participants voiced & Wyler LLC. on July 25, 2018. In an Aug. 14, the city’s Building Department group is wonderfully engaging, Review Commission. concerns about the relationship “It was the thought of what it 2018 letter to Rick LeBlanc of worked for a year with Dream inquisitive. These seven residents between their priorities and was going to do to our dune, on Dream Finders, Kelly Gibson, Finders to ensure the developer The series opened with an will review the City Charter the City Commission priorities our side, and our trees,” Parham Conservation & Planning direc- complied with requests regard- overview of local government and, if appropriate, will recom- as evident in the budget. For said. She said the engineering tor for the city, wrote the pro- ing the site before the project in Florida and the physical mend revisions to the City example, several concerns were firm for Dream Finders said posed home “fails to achieve was permitted on July 12. growth of the city, highlighted Charter. Their recommenda- articulated about the financial their property would be pro- compliance with the City’s “There was a lot of back- by the 1951 consolidation of tions will then be presented support required to maintain tected by a 10-foot-tall retaining Land Development Code.” The and-forth negotiating, and lot of Fernandina and Fernandina to the City Commission for the marina (a topic likely to be wall. Still, the sisters hired their letter from Gibson asks the com- meetings with the contractor, Beach, including the “no man’s consideration and, if approved discussed further at Tuesday own engineering firm, which pany to revise its application to property owner and engineers,” land” between those two com- by the City Commission, the evening’s City Commission inspected the property and said address several issues. Gibson said. munities. proposed revisions will then be meeting, but also applicable a 20- to 30-foot wall would be Some of the requests were She said the city made multi- I shared copies of the City presented to the community in to the city golf course): why needed to protect the dune. to ensure plans would prevent ple site visits to ensure builders Charter with the group. This a referendum. The City Charter are more and more of my tax She said her attorney sent a adverse effects on the property could demonstrate the retaining relatively short document is the can only be changed by refer- dollars supporting that facility cease-and-desist letter to Dream where construction would take wall would provide protection to foundation of Fernandina Beach endum. that evidently cannot support Finders and met with the devel- place since the land is consid- the area behind the construction. government. It is our local ver- During the first two series, itself, why do we need a marina opers, who agreed to build the ered environmentally sensitive, Parham told the News-Leader sion of the U.S. Constitution, I had devoted only one session (golf course), what’s the plan taller wall and installed a tem- meaning removal of vegeta- the builder had agreed to build providing for the framework of to taxation and finance, but the to address the financial woes of porary retaining wall. tion should be minimal and the a taller retaining wall; Gibson government. It is a governing recent budget efforts led me to the marina (golf course)? The Jacobs told the News-Leader existing topography should be said she had not seen anything document, not a policy docu- decide to spend more time on “answers” to those questions that the issue had been resolved, maintained to reduce erosion submitted to the Planning and ment. the issue. Following the intro- are, in part, illustrated in the but apparently it did not stay that and control sedimentation. In Conservation Department for The Charter has only a few duction of city organization, I city’s budget, following months way. addition, developers are to limit that modification, which would basic sections: the establish- devoted the next two meetings of public discussions and hear- “Everything was good,” grade and fill activity and tree be required. ment of the city, the creation to taxation and finance. ings to establish the priorities of Parham said. “It was a win as removal that undermines the The city also worked “at of the City Commission and It is apparent that many the budget. good as we could have gotten.” stability of the secondary dune length” to maintain as much the “Charter Officers” (City people do not understand gov- The city commissioners Then, on Oct. 29, she became system that is on the site. vegetation and grade as possible, Manager, City Attorney, and ernment finance. I believe that do not represent individual aware that construction crews The letter also requests Gibson said. The pool that the City Clerk), the formation of this is likely due to the lack of residents, but rather what they had dug out more of the dune engineering plans for a retain- city requested be relocated will the Police, Fire, and Finance interest in government finance. sincerely believe to be the best – so close to her property line ing wall, including height and still be built, Gibson said. Departments, Finance and I find that lack of interest to interests of the entire com- that, she believes, the construc- section detail. “We have to allow reasonable Taxation provisions, the conduct be normal; it is not exactly an munity. For every person that tion could be encroaching on her In addition, city staff use,” she said. “We worked a of elections, and some General engaging topic at social gather- questions the rationale for the property. expressed concerns about the year with the builder, probably Provisions. The Charter can be ings. Also, government finance marina (golf course), another “I believe it’s going to col- proposed grade of the site and the lengthiest time we have ever found on the city’s web site on is not often a course of instruc- passionate voice will articulate lapse,” she said of the temporary slab supporting the house. “The worked with a builder. This was the city clerk’s page (http://bit. tion at any level of school. I the need or desire for that same retaining wall. “My sister and I site contains environmental fea- not taken lightly. We examined ly/2C1ruP8). Please note the don’t even remember classwork facility. are preservationists – the best tures that should be protected it at great length.” combined appearance of both related to government finance Learning how the “system” we can be – and we just got con- through alternative design,” The News-Leader attempted the City Charter and the Code of as part of my graduate degree. works is the first step in advo- cerned about that bank.” Parham Gibson’s letter says. “Staff notes to contact Dream Finders via Ordinances, but please also rec- Accounting, yes; finance, no. My cating for priorities. I thank the said she contacted the city’s concerns with the elevation and text and email, and left a voice ognize the distinction between knowledge and interest have participants of the Government Building Department, which siting of the pool. 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NL Friday 11.01.19.indd 5 10/31/19 7:00 PM 6A FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2019 NEWS News-Leader Archaeological excavation UF Health patient gets site open to the public An ongoing archaeological new pain relief implant dig at Mission Nombre de Dios in St. Augustine is now open to University of Florida After testing Burst DR stimulation on a trial the general public through Dec. basis and finding that it gave Favicchio some 13, according to a news release For decades, chronic back pain dominated relief, Antony moved ahead with a permanent from the Catholic Diocese of Felix Favicchio’s life. On most nights, sleep came implant of the Proclaim XR. St. Augustine. The excavation fitfully. Simply lying in bed brought searing tor- During a 90-minute procedure, two small inci- uncovered the foundations of ment. His days weren’t much better. sions were made to place a small device called an the 17th-century stone chapel “On a good day, I would try to get up and do implantable pulse generator in Favicchio’s lower dedicated to Nuestra Señora de la something. I would have to go back in the house. back. Thin, insulated wires from the device were Leche y Buen Parto (Our Lady of I couldn’t do anything because of the pain,” the then guided into the epidural space of the spine. the Milk and a Happy Delivery), 58-year-old said. The patient receives only light sedation, similar and provided valuable insight SUBMITTED All of that changed Sept. 27, when Favicchio to what is used during a colonoscopy. into the day-to-day lives of the team of archaeologists, volun- of Historical Resources and the became the first person in Florida to receive a The Proclaim XR is a result of advances in Franciscan Friars, the Timucua teers, faculty and students from State of Florida. new neurostimulation implant for people living neuromodulation research and technology, said Indians, and others who resided Flagler College are painstakingly The Our Lady of La Leche with chronic back pain. The outpatient procedure Antony, an assistant professor in the UF College at the mission for almost two uncovering details of the chapel National Shrine at Mission was performed at University of Florida Health by of Medicine’s anesthesiology department. centuries. building itself and items such as Nombre de Dios is located at 101 anesthesiologist Ajay B. Antony, M.D. Abbott’s Delivering smaller electrical pulses gives high- Pedro Menéndez came ashore Native and Spanish pottery, food San Marco Ave. in St. Augustine. Proclaim XR system was approved in late-Sep- quality pain relief to patients while also allowing in 1565 and founded the city of St. remains, glass bottle fragments, The property is owned and tember by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration the devices to last for years without recharging. Augustine. The Franciscan Friars nails, and beads providing contex- operated by the Diocese of St. following study results issued in January. The Proclaim also is more inconspicuous for arrived at the site as early at tual insight into the culture and Augustine and is open to the Neuromodulation works by delivering low patients: New technology means they no longer 1587, nearly 200 years before the life at the mission. public daily. The excavation site doses of mild electrical pulses to change pain feel a tingling sensation as the device works to establishment of the California The archaeological dig is made is open to the public Monday signals as they travel from the spinal cord to the block pain signals. missions. A small convent was possible thanks to the support of through Friday, from 9 a.m. to brain. What makes the Proclaim XR system dif- “The goal is to decrease pain and, more impor- added to the stone chapel during the Diocese of St. Augustine, 3:30 p.m. There is no charge for ferent is its longevity: Doctors can find the lowest tantly, allow patients to do things that they enjoy the early 18th century to house the Academy of American admission, and free parking is effective dose of stimulation, which allows the or haven’t been able to do before. The fact that the friars who tended the shrine. Franciscan History, The Historic available. spinal cord stimulation device to remain powered Felix won’t have to spend time maintaining a Under the direction of archae- St. Augustine Research Institute Follow this exciting archaeo- for up to 10 years. With other neurostimulation device allows him to accomplish his goal of being ologist Dr. Kathleen Deagan and and Flagler College. This proj- logical excavation by visiting the devices, patients are tethered to a recharging more active,” Antony said. historian-theologian Dr. Timothy ect is sponsored in part by the blog: #digNombredeDios hosted system while the battery replenishes. On Oct. 2, Favicchio’s neuromodulator was Johnson of Flagler College, a Department of State, Division by FPAN at Flagler College. Neurostimulation has another advantage: activated for the first time. Using an Apple iPad less reliance on opioid pain medications. More mini and a proprietary app, Abbott territory man- than 30% of Americans have chronic and acute ager Dallas Graham customized the settings to pain, according to The New England Journal of begin delivering pain relief. Medicine. Neurostimulation devices can reduce “Tell me when you start to feel some relief,” dependence on opioids for chronic pain manage- she told Favicchio. ment and prevent the need for increasingly larger “The pain. It’s going away. This is what I FORMERLY ARTISTIC FLORIST doses of pain medication. always wanted,” Favicchio said. “Proclaim XR is the latest data-driven Using the iPad, Graham adjusted the ampli- advancement in patient-centric pain therapy – tude, or intensity, of the neurostimulation. As opening the doors for people who don’t want the pain he had known for decades began ebbing, to be burdened with the hassles of recharging. a smile crossed his face. Recharge-free means patients can live their lives “It’s like putting water on a fire,” he said. Annual Holiday without the constant reminder of being in treat- While the device might not completely end a ment,” Keith Boettiger, vice president of Abbott’s patient’s pain, Antony said it provides a meaning- neuromodulation business, said in the release. ful reduction that will unquestionably improve the Favicchio has spent most of his adult life bat- quality of life for Favicchio and other patients with Open House tling back pain. It started with an injured spinal chronic pain. Patients are now reaping the benefits disk after a construction accident at age 24. Over of recent technological advances in neuromodula- the years, he tried a wide variety of treatments to tion pain relief, Antony said. The device’s arrival An unveiling of the new Fall & Christmas gain relief – surgeries, rehabilitation, opioid pain is also encouraging because research shows that relievers, massage therapy and muscle relaxants. spinal cord stimulation reduces patients’ need for Favicchio was cautious with the painkillers: They opioid pain relievers, he added. trends featuring over 15 different didn’t seem to help much and he was concerned “We are now capable of treating a larger num- about the potential for addiction. On a scale of ber of patients and providing a higher degree of trees and holiday themes. one to 10, the pain was a constant seve, he said. pain relief. University of Florida Health has been The pain also intruded in other parts of his life: a leader in advancing the field,” he said. *Draw your discount at the door. Favicchio and his wife, Josephine, used to walk A week after the implant was activated, three miles a night. That eventually ended, along Favicchio was able to stop taking his medication with the gardening Felix enjoys so much. for nerve pain. The pain dropped to one on the Saturday, November 2 | 10am – 5pm “He wasn’t happy, so I wasn’t happy,’’ one to 10 scale. Sunday, November 3 | 12pm – 3pm Josephine said. “The pain changed his whole “I’m sleeping better. I have a lot more energy. demeanor.” I feel like a brand-new person,” he said. In July, things got worse. Favicchio was His wife is already making plans. Felix 2383 Jamestown Road, Amelia Island involved in a hit-and-run car crash that made his can finally finish the tile in their house near back pain spike. 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The News-Leader is published with pride weekly VOICE OF THE PEOPLE for the people of Nassau County by Community Newspapers, Inc., Athens, Georgia. We believe Independent thinker The “citizens” in “Citizens United” century. I have always loved this quote that strong newspapers build strong communi- are the directors of every major corpo- by Picasso. He said: ties – “Newspapers get things done!” Our primary I am a volunteer Marine Vietnam ration in the world. They are after all, “It took me four years to paint like goal is to publish distinguished and profitable combat veteran and registered inde- “citizens” somewhere. Google it. Raphael, but a lifetime to paint like a community-oriented newspapers. This mission pendent voter. However, thanks to the I am Will Holder, MBA. Retired busi- child.” F l o r i d a ’ s O l d e s t W e e k l y will be accomplished through the teamwork of Republicans and Democrats, I and every ness and computer scientist. I am still Many years ago, I watched as my N e w s p a p e r E s t a b l i s h e d i n 1854 professionals dedicated to the truth, integrity, other independent voter can pay for the volunteering to defend our republic and young nephew colored his masterpiece quality and hard work. Editorial Board primary elections with our taxes. Sadly, democracy. Unlike the corporate min- on a sheet of paper. I asked, “What is Foy R. Maloy, Publisher Foy R. Maloy we cannot help select the best candidate ions, R and D, that currently occupy and all that blue area.” He replied, “It is the Peg Davis, Editor [email protected] unless we join one of these two dysfunc- control our government. wind.” Angeline Mudd, tional organizations. I vote we dump par- Congress must support House Joint I said, “You cannot see the wind, you Peg Davis Business Office Manager ties and the corporations that own them. Resolution 2 to pass the “Democracy for can only hear the wind.” [email protected] Robert Fiege, Production Director Did I mention that the Republicans All” constitutional amendment. He replied, “I can see it and it is The views expressed by the columnists and Beth Jones, Sports Editor and Democrats are both private corpora- Will Holder blue.” letter writers on this page are their own and Michael Miller, Copy Editor tions? They are also tax exempt. They Yulee Have you ever watched a child with do not necessarily reflect the views of the get billions of dollars every year from a sheet of paper and a box of crayons? I newspaper, its owners or employees. other corporations who get to write could watch them for hours. Their young those donations off of their taxes. The Seeing things differently imaginations are without limitations. It is Tom Wood Dink NeSmith directors of those corporations get paid Michelangelo (the ceiling of The magical and different, as if, unlike grown- Chairman President big bucks to make more money for their Sistine Chapel), Leonardo da Vinci ups, they hear colors and see sound. It corporations. Directors are often direc- (Mona Lisa) and Raphael (The School is sad to me that the next step is always tors for more than one corporation. of Athens) form the traditional trinity of the presentation of a coloring book and Corporations use advertising to gen- great masters of the 14th and 15th cen- the children are taught to “stay within erate income. The truth in advertising turies, or The High Renaissance Period. the lines.” is limited to what will make the most Pablo Picasso (Guernica) is one of Sheila Tolley The city’s real estate money for the corporation. the most influential artists of the 20th Griffin, Ga. s the Fernandina Beach govern- ment the city pen- ment’s primary role to provide sion. municipal services or to act as a One city com- Ireal estate-holding entity? The missioner sug- latter is a very real answer. The city gested turning currently owns some 200 real estate the Amelia River parcels valued at $80 million on the course into a public tax rolls. And still, city leaders want park. This would more. So much for emphasizing have negated the water/sewer services and police/fire existing lease on protection and sidewalks/roads. STEVE’S the property and While the city does an adequate MARKET depleted much of job with municipal services, some PLACE its useful value. In of them are pricey. The real estate fact, most of the obsession is the most surprising parcel is zoned activity – and you wonder what the Steve Nicklas “industrial light,” city gains. For one thing, proper- some of the last ties owned by the city are excluded zoning of that type in the city. It turns from the tax rolls. The $80 million of out the property will remain as a golf properties would generate $500,000 course, and will likely be upgraded by in annual city taxes, based upon the a new owner. current tax rate. Now, in an act of While conservation efforts are addition, city leaders want to steadily valid, there is concern that the city purchase conservation lands to add to will overpay for parcels with little their expansive portfolio. value or use. And then call it conser- The first purchase can be done vation. The city probably overpaid without a referendum. Subsequent for most of the parcels along the purchases of conservation properties Greenway, since they could never would have to be approved by city have been developed. voters. While the effort is noble, the So hopefully city officials will costs are high and the benefits are make a prudent decision regarding low. the current holdings and any future The city already boasts impres- purchases. At this point, subtracting sive parks and recreation facilities. from what the city owns seems more For instance, the Egans Creek palatable than adding to it. Just a Greenway embodies both conserva- rational thought. tion and recreation uses. It was a Steve Nicklas is a financial adviser Herculean undertaking by former city for a major U.S. brokerage firm who commissioner Ronnie Sapp. lives and works on Amelia Island. He The existing city-owned proper- is also an award-winning columnist. ties are dominated by the marina, air- His columns appear regularly in sev- DAVE GRANLUND-POLITICALCARTOONS.COM/ port and golf courses (the Fernandina eral newspapers in North Florida and Beach municipal and the Amelia South Georgia, and on his website River golf courses). These are sub- at SteveNicklasMarketplace.com. He stantive parcels with inherent value. has also published a book, All About obert ell ernandina each Rather than accumulating more Money, consisting of some of his favor- VIEWPOINT/ R G. B / F B properties, the city should assess ite columns over the past 20 years. The what it currently owns – to evaluate book is available at local stores and benefits from selling some holdings. on Amazon.com. He can be reached at An expert’s view of NATO spending The proceeds from any sales could be (904) 753-0236. used to pay down debt or to supple- [email protected] n an Oct. 30 “Viewpoint” column, President Obama, with the rate of Kenny Dalton of Yulee contends increase dropping to just under 4% that President Obama “tried to for this year. Moreover, we still have SERVING YOU Iconvince all NATO member coun- a long way to go, since despite the tries to pay their agreed upon share of increase in allies’ defense spending costs, to no avail,” whereas, he claims, collectively, less than one-third of Nassau County Commissioners: President Trump “was able, through them individually have met the “2% by Danny Leeper, District 1-Fernandina Beach, 261-8029 (h), tough demands, to convince these 2024” goal to date. 430-3868 (cell), email: [email protected] countries to pay their amount in sup- In short, not only is it not the before President Trump took office. Aaron C. Bell, District 2-South Amelia Island, Nassauville, O’Neil, port of NATO. Mission accomplished.” case that President Trump has had a This is mistaken on both accounts. This pledge was both historic and “mission accomplished” moment on 451-4094 (cell), email: [email protected] As a former Defense Department unprecedented, since never before the allied defense spending issue, we Pat Edwards, District 3-Yulee, 335-0260 (cell), senior official who played a key role in in NATO’s 65-year existence had the were actually doing better in terms of email: [email protected] the negotiations with allies over their leaders of our allies themselves made the rate of allied increases each year Thomas R. Ford, District 4- Hilliard, Bryceville, Boulogne, inadequate levels of defense spend- such a commitment. since 2014 under President Obama’s Kings Ferry, Nassau Oaks, 451-0766 (cell), 879-2015 (home) ing, I believe I can speak with some By the time NATO defense minis- firm diplomacy than under President email: [email protected] authority on this matter. ters met for the first time during the Trump’s “tough demands.” Perhaps Justin M. Taylor, District 5-Callahan, West Yulee, 625-5624 (cell), First, readers should know that Trump presidency, allied increases in bullying our treaty allies is not the best email: [email protected] the solemn commitment by the defense spending in accordance with strategy? heads of state and governments of the 2014 Wales Pledge had already Editor’s note: Robert G. Bell was City of Fernandina Beach Commissioners: all our NATO allies to increase their occurred three years in a row, peak- the senior civilian representative of the Mayor: Johnny Miller: 556-3299 (cell), email: [email protected] nations’ defense spending by 2024 ing at almost a 6% rise in the third. In Secretary of Defense in Europe, 2010- Vice Mayor: Len Kreger: 432-8389 (home), email: [email protected] to 2% of Gross National Product was the two years since that ministerial 17, and has held other key roles in U.S. Phil Chapman: 624-5590 (cell), email: [email protected] secured – not by President Trump – in 2017, allied defense spending, to government. You can read more about Mike Lednovich: 502-0650 (cell), email: [email protected] but by President Obama at the NATO be sure, has continued to rise, but at him here: https://www.wilsoncenter.org/ Chip Ross: 410-394-0220 (cell) email: [email protected] Summit in Wales in 2014, three years a lower rate of increase than under person/robert-g-bell.

VIEWPOINT / Bill Gingrich / Citizens for a Better Nassau County A primer on Nassau County property taxes s another fiscal year comes to those in the I-95 east to Amelia Island a primary residence, under the Save an end, we thought it impor- region increased 53% and west of I-95 our Homes Amendment to the Florida tant to show just how vital increased 38%. These changes are Constitution. Aeconomic development is to driven partly by millage rate increases, What has remained relatively con- Nassau County. To do this, we wanted residential and non-residential growth, stant over the five years we examined to analyze property taxes collected and, to a lesser degree, property value is that residential property taxes make and how they have changed over the increases, since a large proportion of up about 85% of total taxes paid. As last five years. To do this, we obtained the residential units are homesteaded. a percentage, commercial and indus- ad valorem tax data from the Nassau In 2015, Amelia Island accounted trial development continues to pay County Property Appraiser’s Office for 64.2% of all county taxes collected. between 12% and 13% of total taxes. for 2015-2019, and we asked that it be In 2019, Amelia Island continues to The remaining roughly 3% of property divided by property category (residen- pay the lion’s share of taxes, but it has taxes come from the agriculture and tial, commercial, industrial, agricul- now decreased slightly to 62%. Not other categories. tural and other), as well as by region surprisingly, the largest change, both Anyone reading this should realize (defined as Amelia Island, east of I-95 in terms of total taxes paid as well as just how important economic devel- to Amelia Island and west of I-95). percentage of overall contribution to opment is to Nassau County. This First, some top line data. In 2015, the tax rolls (21.8% in 2015 and 24% data shows that our county is still the total ad valorem taxable value of in 2019), came from east of I-95 to wholly dependent on residential prop- all property in Nassau County was Amelia Island. Whereas, the total tax erty taxes to fund local government. $6.4 billion. In 2019, this total value percentage from west of I-95 remained Economic development, like the com- increased to $8.7 billion – a 36% unchanged over the five-year period mercial and industrial development increase over those five years. Based and makes up 14% of total county that is occurring west of the island, is on those values, total property taxes property taxes. critical to broadening and diversifying paid in 2015 were $111.7 million, The change in the I-95 east to our tax base. which rose to $154.7 million in 2019. Amelia Island region reflects the fact On behalf of Citizens for a Better Therefore, during this same period, that our overall growth is moving Nassau County, I’d like to thank total taxes received by the county west of the island and, in particular, Laura DiBella and the Nassau County increased by 38.5%. we’re seeing substantial increases in Economic Development Board for If you break the changes in total commercial development in Yulee and their discipline and commitment to taxes we just went through down by Wildlight. This is important because attracting private capital investment taxpayers, become less reliant on resi- economic downturns. region, you can see that over the last industrial and commercial develop- to our county. We must never waver dential taxes to pay for government Bill Gingrich is a retired GE five years, total taxes from the Amelia ment cannot receive a homestead from this commitment in order to infrastructure and services, and to bet- executive and chairman of Citizens for a Island region increased 34%, while exemption, nor can it be capped, like broaden and diversify the base of ter insulate our county economy from Better Nassau County.

NL Friday 11.01.19.indd 7 10/31/19 6:22 PM Friday, November 1, 2019 8A News-Leader / Fernandina Beach, Florida Local surfers rally at state surfing competition Thirteen Nassau County Special Olympic athletes competed Saturday in the 2019 Special Olympics Florida State Surfing Championship at Cocoa Beach. Participating in this year’s com- petition were more than 120 athletes from 14 Florida counties and one athlete and a delegation from Missouri. Nassau County athletes surfing in this year’s event were Brent Dickerson, Alissa DiDomenico, Anthony Duncan, Katie Freeman, Jake Martin, Ethan “Max” Lucovsky, Diego Martinez-Brown, Luis Martinez-Brown, Kristopher Mitchell, Zachary “Scully” Sculthorpe, Joseph Sheperis, Weston Terry and Stephanie Willaford. Twenty-six final heats were held with three to five athletes in each heat based on their respective division by gender, age and surfer level. There are four surfer levels in Special Olympics surfing. Bringing home gold in their respective divisions were Katie Freeman, Ethan “Max” Lucovsky, Luis Martinez-Brown, Weston Terry and Stephanie Willaford. Anthony Duncan, Diego Martinez-Brown, Kristopher Mitchell and Zachary “Scully” Sculthorpe took silver. Alissa DiDomenico and Jake Martin snagged bronze, and Brent Dickerson and Joseph Sheperis finished fourth in their very competi- tive heats. Accompanying and supporting the athletes were delegation coaches Vernellie “Klippies” Booyens, Emily Flint, Betsy Harris, Curtis Hensyl, Steve Mehas, Kirk Mitchell, David Montgomery and Glenn Sculthope, with Zoe Gilsenan providing beach-front athlete support. Melinda Willaford and Holly Sculthorpe pro- vided female chaperoning support, with lifeguard Nancy Chandler on board to provide beachfront guarding for any pre-competition practice ses- sions. “These athletes have come a long way, progressing from requiring significant coaching assistance catching waves to many athletes able to catch waves on their own,” Kirk Mitchell said. “Many of our surfing athletes will be progress- ing to the next competitive performance level in 2020, and this is a good thing, as our ultimate objective is for these athletes to be in the line-up as independent surfers. “This year’s success is due in large part to the athletes and coaches’ commitment to regular practice session.” Nassau County’s 2019 Special Olympics surf team boasts 17 athletes and 15 coaches. This year, the team logged more than 200 hours of combined practice with athlete and coach atten- dance exceeding 80 percent. The mission of Special Olympics Florida is to provide year-round sports training and com- petition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for people with intellectual disabilities who wish to participate, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate cour- age, experience joy and participate in the sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the com- munity. Special Olympics Nassau County currently offers sports training and competition in track and field, cycling, swimming, surfing, bowling and basketball. For information, visit www.spe- PHOTOS BY BETZY MITCHELL/SPECIAL cialolympicsflorida.org/nassau or the Facebook Coach Glenn Sculthorpe, Zachary “Scully” Sculthorpe and Coach Kirk Mitchell on the ready line for the start of Sculthorpe’s Level 3 page, which has more photos of the action at competition, top. Coach David Montgomery assists Nassau County surfer Anthony Duncan in his Level 3 surf division, above left. Katie Cocoa Beach. Freeman maneuvers a rough section, finishing up on the beach and snagging a gold medal, above right.

Nassau County Special Olympic coaches Emily Flint, Zoe Gilsenan, Vernellie “Klippies” Booyens, Steve Mehas, Curtis Hensyl, Betsy Harris, David Montgomery and Kirk Mitchell. Not pictured: Glenn Sculthorpe. Weston Terry surfs rough conditions to garner a first place in his Level 2 division, right top. Jake Martin, right, took bronze in his Level 3 division. St. Michael Knights of Columbus celebrates tournament’s 10th anniversary The St. Michael Knights of round of golf at the discounted rate of Last year, the 136 knights in the Seal Foundation on Nov. 9 at the Omni Columbus 10th annual charity golf $50. local council provided thousands of Amelia Island Plantation Oak Marsh tournament will be held Dec. 6 on the GOLF NEWS This annual event is the local dollars to Nassau County charities as Course. Oak Marsh course at the Omni Amelia Knights Council 14295’s major fund- well as thousands of man hours of vol- Rear Adm. Tom Steffens, USN, Island Plantation Resort. This year’s The entry fee is $150 and includes raiser every year. The proceeds from unteer service. (Ret.) will be the guest speaker at the event will include individual awards access to the golf range, lunch, golf, this tournament benefit numerous For information and to register for opening ceremonies and at the dinner along with a silent auction and raffle food and drinks after tournament play charities in Nassau County, includ- the event, contact Tom Smeeton at and auction that follow play. for various prizes. is concluded. ing Special Olympics Nassau County, 321-4139 or Bob Gerth at 491-0368 or Information and schedule are Registration and pre-tournament For those not playing but coming Salvation Army Hope House, Council email [email protected]. available at www.aicgnsf.org/events. warm-up will begin at 10:30 a.m., and for the after-tournament awards cer- on Aging, Food for Families, Coats Dinner/auction tickets are available will be followed by a shotgun start at emony and food and beverage, the cost for Kids, Care Centers of Nassau, online. noon. The format will be a captain’s is $35. ARK of Nassau, USO, Beach Buddies Golf for heroes Contact Larry Byrd for sponsor- choice scramble for four-person teams. All tournament golfers are also for Fernandina Beach High School, Amelia Island Charity Group will ship opportunities at 753-0457 and Jim Single entries are welcomed and will entitled to play at Oak Marsh a pre- Hornet Buddies for Yulee High School host the ninth annual Golf Classic Sweet for golf registration at sweet- be paired with other contestants. tournament and post-tournament and St. Michael Academy. Honoring Heroes benefiting the Navy [email protected].

NEW Sports Fri.indd 1 10/31/19 4:52 PM FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1 , 2019 SPORTS News-Leader 9A Pirate harriers qualify for cross country region meet At its home venue on and Episcopal domination of the and Logan Tribou continued the municipal golf course on top three spots when all are in improving and rounded out the Saturday, Fernandina Beach the same district. Pirate scoring with 30th- and High School was set to host The FBHS boys now are 40th-place finishes in 19:39 18 cross country teams for the looking forward for a chance and 20:10, respectively. Adam newly revised District 2-2A to make it to the state meet on Wilking in 60th in 21:36 was championship. The FBHS boys Nov. 9 for the second year in a the other varsity runner. placed third and the girls were row. Last year’s team enjoyed Girls head coach Mark Durr fifth to qualify for the region the best finish ever for FBHS said the girls will certainly have meet Saturday at the equestrian with a seventh place. tougher time qualifying for the center south of Lake City. “We will need our best state meet. However, he and The expanded district times of the year Saturday,” Benson agree the girls have also allowed the expansion boys head coach Bill Beaumont been a great group to work with of schools to qualify for the said. “So far this season, none this year. regional championship from of our meets have offered the “We never know how deep six to 10 teams. Teams from cool fall temperatures in the the competition will be at the as far south as Menendez in St. low 50s that could have allowed regional meet and year after Augustine and as far west as us to produce times that we are year we have just missed mak- Baker County competed along really ready to run. ing it by a place or two,” Durr with traditional powerhouse “It will take almost a minute said. teams from Bolles, Bishop faster per man to average what Calder’s 21st place was Kenny and Episcopal, which are should get us into the top eight ahead of Ariana Delfs’ 29th

now back in the Pirates’ district SPECIAL qualifiers. Thankfully, the fore- place in 24:42; Amelie Nichol after four years in a different The FBHS boys cross country team includes, from left, Will Coria, Logan Tribou, Caden cast for Saturday is for those was 38th with a time of 25:55. district. Kwiatkowski, Tom Gray, Adam Wilking and Coach Bill Beaumont and Steven Durr. cool temperatures.” Louisa Wagemann finished 40th The FBHS boys’ third- and Steven Durr, who was in 26:44, with Eden Sadler in girls’ fifth-place finishes, out recovering from the flu, fol- 42nd in 27:04 completing the of the 12 schools entering full Pirates’ home course. setting for cross country run- 21st in the field of 74 girls to lowed Kwiatkowski in 12th scoring for the Lady Pirates. teams of five runners, had “We really appreciate the ners is a wonderful and unusual lead the girls to their regional place with an 18:11 for the 5K Amelia Shurter was 50th and coaches Bill Beaumont, Mark support of Steve Murphy and opportunity.” qualifying finish. race. Tom Gray ran his stron- Virginia Rogers finished 53rd in Durr and Roy Benson happy his staff at the municipal golf Caden Kwiatkowski’s strong For the first time in recent gest race of the year in 16th 28:09 and 28:33, respectively. with all the work it took to host course,” Benson said. “Hosting run placed him fifth out of 108 memory, a Pirate team broke place in 18:31. Yulee’s boys were sixth, and this important meet on the meets on such an attractive runners. Sydnee Calder placed up the Bolles, Bishop Kenny Freshmen Will Coria the girls finished 10th.

FLORIDA-GEORGIA PICKLE BOWL The Fernandina Beach Pirates captured the Florida-Georgia Pickle Bowl trophy Saturday at the Camden County pickleball courts. In a 9-8 victory, the Pirates beat teams from St. Marys, Kingsland and St. Simons Island. Men’s, women’s and mixed doubles teams had to win two out of three games. Following the trophy presenta- tion, players and their fans enjoyed a lunch hosted by the Camden County players. The annual competition originated in 2018 with play on the Fernandina Beach courts in Central Park. The bowl location alter- nates between the states each year. USA Pickleball Association Ambassadors for Nassau County Shelly Duncan and Patty Sorensen, next to table, and some of the winning teams, left. SUBMITTED PHOTOS

Martin Szederkenyl and Carl Creamer Janet Mann and Diana Parks Kathleen Brown and Anne Calhoun

The Florida-Georgia Pickle Bowl Trophy returned to the Fernandina Beach Pickleball Pirates at their annual tournament on Saturday. USAPA ambassadors included, from left, organizer John and Diane DuBose of Camden County; Janet Yeager of Glynn County; Tonya Lam of McIntosh County; Charlie Crawley of St. Simons Island; and Shelly Duncan and Patty Sorensen of Fernandina Beach.

F e r n a n d i n a B e a c h T i d e s Tides, Sun & Moon : October 31, – November 6, 2019 Sunrise 7:38A Low 4:32A 0.91’ Sunrise 6:42A High 1:55A 7.08’ Wed. Moonrise 10:13A High 11:18A 9.15’ Sun. Moonrise 12:53P Low 6:49A 2.41’ Sunset 6:29P Low 5:13P 1.22’ 11/3 Sunset 5:36P High 1:34P 7.73’ 10/30 Moonset 8:56P High 11:31P 7.97’ Moonset 11:29P Low 7:45P 2.49’ Sunrise 7:39A High --A --’ First Qtr. 5:23A High 1:46A 6.92’ Moonrise 11:15A Low 5:17A 1.22’ Sunrise 6:42A Low 7:50A 2.66’ Thur. Mon. Moonrise 1:35P Jim and Mary Jean Last Sunset 6:38P High 2:27P 7.50’ High 12:07P 8.83’ Sunset 5:35P 10/31 Moonset 9:46P Low 6:03P 1.57’ 11/4 Moonset 11:29P Low 8:41P 2.56’ Sunrise 7:40A High 12:19A 7.63’ Moonset 12:24A High 2:41A 6.89’ Fri. Moonrise 12:14P Low 6:04A 1.61’ Tues. Sunrise 6:43A Low 8:50A 2.78’ Sunset 6:37P High 12:55P 8.45’ Moonrise 2:11P High 3:21P 7.70’ 11/1 Moonset 10:38P Low 6:53P 1.94’ 11/5 Sunset 5:34P Low 9:33P 2.51’ Sunrise 7:41A High 1:06A 7.33’ Moonset 1:18A High 3:38A 6.98’ Sat. Moonrise 1:06P Low 6:54A 2.03’ Wed. Sunrise 6:44A Low 9:46A 2.78’ Sunset 6:37P High 1:44P 8.06’ Moonrise 2:45P High 4:14P 7.40’ 11/2 Moonset 11:33P Low 7:48P 2.27’ 11/6 Sunset 5:34P Low 10:21P 2.51’ Tide calculations are for Amelia River, Fernandina Beach. No corrections are necessary. Sun & Moon events are also calculated for Fernandina Beach, although actual times may vary because of land masses.

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NEW Sports Fri.indd 2 10/31/19 1:58 PM 10A FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2019 SPORTS News-Leader Former Warrior hits go-ahead homer KATHIE COLGROVE at the time, and, you know, one Hall would like to see NCR Reporter of the things he told me, you the Town of Callahan honor know, ‘Hey,’ he goes, ‘if you go Kendrick with a sign. Nassau Howie Kendrick stepped back to college next year, you County officials plan to host into the limelight — and the won’t find anybody to pitch to an unveiling of a “Welcome to history books — during the you next year.’ Yulee” sign honoring Heisman 2019 World Series. The desig- “And not that that scared Trophy winner and Tennessee nated hitter for the Washington me or anything, like, you know Titans running back Derrick Nationals blasted a home run in what I mean? I said, ‘I’m going Henry Nov. 15. Game 7 to give the Nationals a to take this opportunity and just Kendrick still keeps in touch 3-2 lead over the host Houston try to run with it. And honestly, with some of his classmates. Astros. The Nationals went you know, it’s been a great run. “I plan on making a trip on to win It’s been a wild ride. back,” he told Russo. 6-2, and the “If I think about all the Former WNHS baseball National things I went through just to Coach Richard Pearce coached League Wild get to this point, I mean, it’s Kendrick from 1999 through Card Game been amazing.” 2001. He always believed that winners Kendrick is also the 2019 Kendrick was talented enough claimed their National League Championship to play professional baseball. first crown in Series MVP. That was due “Absolutely,” Pearce said. franchise his- in part to his hitting a game- “He’s very gifted. We had to tory. winning grand slam Oct. 9 in find someone to give him a “I feel like the 10th inning of Game 5 of chance. He was small in stat- Kendrick everybody the National League Division ure, but he sure didn’t play was rooting Series against the Dodgers, small.” for (Houston), winning 7-3. Kendrick’s batting average and we were kind of the under- “You know what? I was was above .400 each season. dog in this Series,” Kendrick ecstatic,” Kendrick said. “But “He just carried himself said. “But it goes to show that when I hit it, I knew I got it, well, with a lot of class,” Pearce you can’t ever count anybody just because of the way it came said. “He was always respectful out.” off the bat. You know, it’s to his peers and elders alike. Kendrick, 36, a West funny, because I was on deck, He carried himself well.” Nassau High School graduate, and like, I knew they were After graduation, Kendrick made his first appearance in a probably going to walk one. attended an open tryout and World Series, and the team’s “And I was like, ‘Man.’ I was earned a spot at St. Johns River appearance is the first for a talking to God, funny enough. Community College. Washington, D.C., team since And I said, ‘Hey, I know you got Pearce has since followed the Senators took on the New plans for me. Whatever they Kendrick’s career and has York Giants in 1933, according are, hopefully, they come out attended his games in Chicago, to www.championshiphistory. right now.’” Tampa and Baltimore. com/mlb.php. The Nationals went on to During the 2019 regular sea- Kendrick and Pirate Hal COURTESY OF THE “HOME OF HOWIE” KENDRICK FACEBOOK GROUP sweep the St. Louis Cardinals son, Kendrick had a .344 batting Smith (1960) are the only play- Howie Kendrick stands with hometown fans in this photo shared on social media by in four games to ascend to the average. He had 115 hits, with ers to hit a go-ahead home run Tasha Parham. Kendrick graduated from West Nassau High School and plays with the World Series. 17 home runs and 62 RBI. in the seventh inning or later Washington Nationals. The team won the World Series Wednesday night. Bryceville resident Angie “It makes you proud of our while their team was training in Hall and her sister, Gretchen community and our program,” a World Series winner-take-all Littlefield, saw Kendrick in Pearce said. “I’m just so proud game, according to MLB.com. as part of a trade with the also played for the Los Angeles “I got drafted in ’02, and 2016 when he played for the of all our athletes who become Kendrick is also the fourth- Philadelphia Phillies. Angels of Anaheim and the Los the funny part is Tom Cottrell Angels. productive members of society. oldest player to go deep in a Following that season, he Angeles Dodgers. was my scout — great guy,” “I’m happy to see that after They’re my boys. Game 7. signed to play another. But During an online interview Kendrick said. “You know, and all these years, he is finally get- “It’s extra special that he’s During the regular season, in May 2018, he ruptured his with the MLB Network’s High I had a chance to play for him in ting to play in a World Series,” in the national spotlight, repre- Kendrick usually mans sec- Achilles tendon and was off to Heat with Christopher Russo, 2003 the next year. Hall said, adding, “I like how senting our community and our ond base and has also played rehabilitate before rejoining the Kendrick reflected on his pro- “And, uh, you know, I was he’s been a consistent player school.” first and third. He joined the Nationals. fessional career that began with really thinking about going back over the years. He just plays kcolgrove@nassau Nationals mid-season in 2017 The 13-season veteran has the Angels in 2002. to school. I was big on school like he loves the game.” countyrecord.com

SPORTS SHORTS Henry sign unveiling The Nassau County Board of County Commissioners will hold an unveiling ceremony for the long-awaited, customized sign honoring 2015 Heisman Trophy winner Derrick Henry, a graduate of Yulee High School currently playing for the Tennessee Titans. The ceremony will be held at 3 p.m. Nov. 15 at the old Sheriff’s Administration Building, 50 Bobby Moore Circle. Henry will be in atten- dance. EVENT A second sign will be FALL placed on the old elementary school property on U.S. 17, just north of Pages Dairy Road. Call the county man- ager’s office at 530-6010 for information. Wrestling club The Fernandina Beach Wrestling Club is holding registration for the 2019-20 season on Nov. 5 in Building 22 (“The Pit”) at Fernandina Beach High School. It is open to children in kinder- garten through eighth grade. 50% Practices will be held from 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Membership fee off is $100, and each grappler will need an AAU member- ship ($16 extended coverage), MSRP available at www.aauwres- Tommy Bahama HOME CASEGOODS* tling.net. & Tommy bahama outdoor For information or to regis- *Dining Rooms, Bedrooms, Occasional ter on a different date, contact head coach Abe Fernandez at (813) 701-4288 or afernan- [email protected] or coaches Jeremy Ferry at (919) 937-7712 or Eric Kubatzke at 556-1684 or erickubatzke@ gmail.com. Lacrosse registration Registration is open for the Amelia Island Nassau County Youth Lacrosse’s 2020 spring season. Register children at www.ameliaislandlacrosse. org. Annual registration fees for the season are $200 for the first child and $175 for all sub- sequent family registrants. All 50% registrants must also be mem- bers of USLacrosse (the youth sport’s sanctioning body) at a off cost of $35 per year. MSRP The AINCYL plans to field BARCLAY BUTERA & youth teams in the 8-year OYSTER BAY* and under, 10-year and *Dining Rooms, Bedrooms, Occasional under, 12-year and under and 14-year and under age groups. All teams will play accord- 2110 Sadler Square | Fernandina Beach, FL ing to boys youth lacrosse 904.261.6333 rules, which permits body contact and requires protec- 401 Mary Street | Waycross, GA tive equipment. However, girls 912.283.6350 may also register. Visit the AINCYL website lottsfurniture.com or Facebook page or email [email protected].

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2019 NEWS-LEADER / FERNANDINA BEACH, FL Rotary Club’s Taste of Amelia raises scholarship funds assau County public high Club’s Scholarship Fund. school seniors avoided This year’s event will be a A few of the participating restau- $50,000 in student debt in ‘Culinary Crawl’ through rants, which are subject to change, N2019, according to a news downtown Fernandina. include Amelia Island Coffee, Amelia release that adds, “That’s the impact Tavern, Arte’s Pizza, Crab Trap, the community, through its support of Espana, Indulge (food truck), Karibo, the Rotary Club of Fernandina Beach take place 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. Nana Teresa’s, Nassau Health Foods, Taste of Amelia and other events had in 16, in downtown Fernandina Beach. Pablo’s, Patio Place, Pepper’s, Ritz the past year.” Tickets are available for purchase from Carlton, Salt Life, Salty Pelican, and “The Rotary Club thanks every any Rotary Club member and online at Surchero’s. generous contributor of time, talent http://bit.ly/2NxJ6rc. Some restaurants will serve food and treasure in support of this effort Tickets purchased in advance are from their locations in the downtown in the past year. Together we had a $40 per person for ages 12 and over; area while others will be set up in significant impact in students’ lives tickets purchased the day of the event booths in the pocket park situated and together we can do even better for are $45. Children ages 12 and under on the north side of Centre Street this year’s Nassau County public high will eat free, making this a family- between North Second and North school seniors. Here’s how you can friendly event! Third streets. help and have a lot of fun while you do Thanks to the generous support of Registration and ticket purchases it!” says the release. more than 20 restaurants in downtown on the day of the event will take place The 34th annual Taste of Amelia’s Fernandina Beach and elsewhere in at the Welcome Center located in the Culinary Crawl, now sponsored by the Nassau County, every dollar raised train depot at the west end of Centre Fernandina Beach Rotary Club, will through this event will go to the Rotary Street. ▼ HOLIDAY HOME TOUR Book Festival’s Gala will feature five celebrity authors NANCY BLANTON and writing. At the same time, each student Amelia Island Book Festival receives a copy of a book by the author they meet. Ticket sales help support this effort. The 19th annual Amelia Island Book Festival The Gala dinner at the Omni Amelia Island is just three-and-a-half months away, and details Plantation Resort offers a similar opportunity on this iconic annual event are flowing in as for adults who attend. The evening will begin sure as the ocean tide rises. Tickets to the with a cocktail reception that allows guests to public go on sale today for the festival’s biggest mingle and chat with the authors. Then, all will fundraising event – the Amelia Island Book migrate into the dining room to enjoy a gour- Festival Gala. On Valentine’s night in February, met meal. After dinner and a decadent dessert, ticket holders are going to love being enter- the authors will join a panel to answer probing tained by five celebrity headline authors. questions about their lives, their work, and Beginning with honorary chairman David what inspires them. Baldacci, the lineup includes prolific New York After that comes the exciting live auction, LIBBY WILKES/SPECIAL Times bestselling authors Sandra Brown and conducted by state Sen. Aaron Bean. This year, John and Kathryn Krebs’ home on South Seventh Street will be part of the 13th annual Robert Crais, plus bestsellers Margot Lee you or a loved one will have an opportunity to Holiday Home Tour. Coastal Cottage Amelia will be providing the home’s holiday decora- Shetterley and Sharon Robinson. The genre “live forever” as a fictional character in one of tions for the tour. spectrum ranges from internationally popular Sandra Brown’s upcoming novels. Or, you can legal thrillers, murder mysteries, and crime bid on the “Best of Broadway” package to host novels to biographies and memoirs. a concert in your own home with professional This elegant event attracts attendees from singers and piano accompaniment. Another Home had upstairs floor like a far and wide, not only because of its star power, auction item features a two-night stay in a pre- but also because of the buying power each tick- mier oceanfront guestroom at the Omni Amelia et helps to build. Tickets sales for the Gala start Island Plantation Resort with breakfast for at $185, which covers the cost of the meal and two daily in the Sunrise Café. These and many ‘trampoline’ before remodel supports the festival’s award-winning Authors more valuable auction items will help raise MORGAN WAAS of these homes, hear some of in a house with seven different in Schools literacy program, which purchases much-needed funds for the Authors in Schools Special to the News-Leader the fascinating history of the ceiling heights and a second books for every student in Nassau County program. community, and view amazing floor attached and supported public schools. In 2020, that means purchasing The Gala promises to be an unforgettable Ticket holders for the 13th decorations from local florists by a fireplace. Unfortunately, more than 13,000 books. night, and anything can happen because each annual Holiday Home Tour will and decorators. the second floor had detached On that Valentine’s Day, the Authors in Gala evening is one of a kind. As Sandra Brown have the opportunity to visit In 2015, when John and from the fireplace and the floor Schools program will bring more than 20 says of some of her characters, “You never five fabulous and historic homes Kathryn Krebs bought their upstairs moved “like a trampo- celebrity and noted authors to visit classrooms really know when they’re going to explode.” in Fernandina Beach, and home at 111 S. Seventh St. in line,” according to John. all over Nassau County to speak directly with For more details, visit the website at ameli- each home has its own story Fernandina Beach’s downtown The Krebs spent the next students to engage and inspire them with books aislandbookfestival.org. to tell. This major fundraiser Historic District, four different two and a half years remodeling for the Amelia Island Museum families had already owned it. the entire interior, completing of History provides a unique Each one made their own addi- Book Festival Gala Authors chance to see the inside of each tions and renovations, resulting TOUR Continued on 2B   The Amelia Island Book Festival’s Gala will tures Elvis Cole and Joe Pike. Publishers Weekly feature five celebrity authors. writes, “The particular kind of danger (Joe • David Baldacci, author of 38 best-selling Pike) carries is just plain off the charts. This novels, introduces a new character with his one’s sure to hit the bestseller charts.” latest book, One Good Deed. Aloysius Archer is • Sharon Robinson is the daughter of N& OFF THE SLAND a straight-talking former World War II soldier baseball legend and civil rights icon Jackie O I fresh out of prison for a crime he didn’t com- Robinson. After writing three widely praised ▼ If you’re a fan of fall and Christmas craft shows, you’re in luck this mit. When a murder takes place right under books about her father, Robinson tells her own weekend. St. Michael Catholic Church is holding its annual show today Archer’s nose, police suspect the ex-convict, story in Child of the Dream, a memoir of 1963. and he must use every skill in his arsenal to The Washington Post says, “She writes candidly and Saturday and the 24th annual Fall and Christmas Craft Bazaar is taking track down the real killer. about the challenges of being a teenager dur- place Saturday at the Fernandina Beach Golf Club. For more information on • Sandra Brown has published more than ing that tumultuous time, and of the particular 75 novels and has more than 80 million books struggles of doing so as a black student in a both, head to “This Weekend” in the listings on page 2B. in print worldwide. Her latest, Outfox, is about mostly white school in Connecticut.” ▼ The Amelia Island Museum of History will host a Halloween-themed FBI agent Drex Easton, who is trying to out- • Margot Lee Shetterley, a scholar- Brown Bag Lunch (don’t forget to pack your own!) today at noon. Full details maneuver a slippery conman. The Associated in-residence at the University of Virginia, is Press says Brown “not only nails a story that the author of Hidden Figures: The American are on page 2B. has several surprises, but also maintains the Dream and the Untold Story of the Black Women ▼ If you’re looking for some tailgating fun before this weekend’s annual quality that everyone expects in her novels.” Mathematicians Who Helped Win the Space Race, • Robert Crais, author of the best-selling which was a top book of 2016 for both TIME Florida Gators vs. Georgia Bulldogs game, try out the “Gameday Tailgate Elvis Cole novels, turned novelist after years of and Publisher’s Weekly, a USA Today best- Experience” from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday on a 40,000-square-foot writing scripts for such iconic television series seller, and a No.1 New York Times bestseller. It grass lot just four blocks from TIAA Bank Stadium. The event will feature as Hill Street Blues, Cagney & Lacey, and Miami also became a popular movie, released in 2017 Vice. A Dangerous Man, his 22nd novel, fea- by Fox 2000 Pictures. appearances by CBS Big Brother contestant Haleigh Broucher and former University of Florida Safety Keanu Neal, unlimited food, and a four-hour bar.

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Hamas terror leader. He also confirming hatchings, and then spent many of those years excavating nests to determine November is all about Out and About working in law enforcement, exact numbers of shards, dead both in the United States and pips, and live hatchlings still in with Interpol in Lyon, France. the nest. In addition to her 2019 auditioning at ACT Elliott’s memoir, The August nesting season update, Duffy THIS WEEKEND for teachers and anyone Assassin, recalls the numerous will discuss what you can do to Amelia Community Theatre cal staff, pregnant women, and on your gift list,” Christmas operations undertaken to rid help sea turtles survive and the will have auditions in November counselors, all of whom Miranda St. Michael Catholic wreaths and ornaments, and the world of some of the most work of the Amelia Island Sea for two upcoming plays and will and Nick come into contact with Church will hold its annual more. Admission is free and the notorious terrorists and brutal Turtle Watch. also host an Actors Night Out on their journey for a child. The Holiday Arts, Craft, & Vendor show is open to the public. dictators known to exist. Story focused on auditions for eight dif- show is rated R for adult lan- Fair from 4 to 7 p.m. today and & Song is located at 1430 Park The Friends of the ferent shows in ACT’s 2019-20 guage and situations. 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday NEXT WEEK Ave. For more information, call Fernandina Beach Branch season. Auditions for the Main Stage at St. Michael Parish Hall, 601-2118. Library Book Club selected The Actors Night Out will be comedic drama The Humans will located at the corner of North The UF/IFAS Nassau the following books to read at 7 p.m. Monday in the Main be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16, at Fourth and Calhoun streets. Extension Director and Tickets are on sale at and discuss at upcoming sec- Stage theater’s lobby at 207 207 Cedar St. This Tony Award- The fair will include baked Horticulture Agent Rebecca Amelia Community Theatre ond Thursday of the month Cedar St. in Fernandina Beach. winning play by Stephen Karam goods, food, and holiday Jordi will hold a plant clinic for the Studio 209 production meetings: The Razor’s Edge The event is open to anyone will be directed by Ron Kurtz, music. This event is free and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, of Women Playing Hamlet. by Somerset Maugham, Nov. interested in auditioning and is with performances Jan. 31-Feb. open to the public. Proceeds Nov. 4. Bring your tired, dis- In this fast-paced comedy, 14; The Untouchable by John an opportunity to learn about 15. Two men and four women benefit St. Michael Parish & St. eased, insect-infested plants Jessica has to decide whether Banville, Dec. 12; Magpie the auditioning process, meet representing three generations Michael Academy. yearning to be free of prob- she’s up for the challenge of Murders by Anthony Horowitz. the directors, and hear about of a family are needed for the lems. When possible, place playing Hamlet in a New York The group meets at 7 p.m. the plot and cast needs for eight cast. Amelia Island Museum your plant in a plastic bag to show. Everyone she meets has in the parlor of St. Peter’s different productions. Actors The play begins as parents of History will host a spe- prevent chances of spreading an opinion, with most of them Episcopal Church. Discussions Night Out is a casual event dur- Erik and Deirdre, along with cial Halloween Brown Bag issues to other plants. You will telling her she’s too young and are led by retired English ing which scenes from the eight Erik’s disabled mother, Momo, Lunch at noon today for receive current researched- some of them reminding her professors Norm and Marilyn plays will be read. There is no arrive in New York to spend the spooky stories and tales of based information on proper she’s a woman. Performances Wesley, and are free. charge or need to make a reser- Thanksgiving holiday with adult the paranormal, in partnership plant care, disease manage- will be at 8 p.m. Nov. 8-9 and vation. Light refreshments will daughters Aimee and Brigid with Story & Song Bookstore ment and insect control. These 14-16 and at 2 p.m. Nov. 10 at Two five-week begin- be served, and there is a cash and Brigid’s boyfriend, Richard. Bistro. The program will sessions are free to the public, 209 Cedar St. in Fernandina ning guitar classes, both beverage bar. Characters range in ages from include Historic Haunts of the and no registration is required. Beach. Tickets are $15 for with a Christmas carol Auditions for the Studio 209 the 20s to the late-30s for the South, a lecture and book The clinic will take place at adults and $10 for students emphasis, are being offered comedy/drama Expecting Isabel youngest generation, to the 60s signing with author Jamie the Extension office located at through college and are avail- by the Nassau County Adult will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. for the parents, and to late-70s Pearce. Attendance is free and 86026 Pages Dairy Road in able by calling 261-6749 or vis- Education Department and will 9, at 209 Cedar St. Gary Morgan or 80s for Momo. In this mov- open to the public. Seating Yulee. For more information, iting AmeliaCommunityTheatre. run Thursdays from Nov. 14 to will be directing and performanc- ing and humorous story about is first-come, first-served and call 530-6353. org. This show is rated PG-13 Dec. 19, with the first from 5 to es will take place Jan. 10-18. Five need and love, family secrets is wheelchair accessible. and contains adult language. 6 p.m. and the second from 6 women and four men, with ages are exposed and eerie things go Please bring your own lunch, November Two for to 7 p.m. No class will be held between 18-70, are needed. bump in the night. The show is as lunch is not provided. Tuesday group classes on UPCOMING Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 28. This play by Lisa Loomer rated PG-13. Contact Joshua at 261-7378, Amelia Island and Wildlight The classes will be held in the tells the story of a married Auditions are open to all and ext. 102, or email Joshua@ Wednesdays will be Nightclub The Nassau County Public Team Center at the Nassau couple, Miranda and Nick, who newcomers are encouraged to AmeliaMuseum.org for more Swing at 7 p.m. and the Library System will be closed County School District adminis- are ready to have a baby but try out. At auditions, scenes are information. The museum is Hustle at 8 p.m. Tuesday and on Monday, Nov. 11, in honor tration building, located at 1201 discover that conceiving isn’t read from a show’s script in a located at 233 S. Third St. in Wednesday classes are $10 of Veterans Day. Book drops Atlantic Ave. in Fernandina always easy. Their desire for a closed audition room with the Fernandina Beach. for one class or $15 for both will remain open for the conve- Beach. The class limit is six. child leads them to investigate play’s director and staff. Scripts classes per person. A dance nience of the public. Cost is $80 for instruction and fertility treatments and adop- may be checked out from the The Fernandina Beach workshop is offered 7:8:30 p.m. materials. Call Michelle at (650) tion procedures while also deal- ACT box office, which is open Middle School PTO will Thursdays on Amelia Island; The Amelia Community 823-1767 to register or for ing with family opinions and the 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesdays, host its “Annual Family Fall Thursday classes are $10 per Theatre Guild will hold its more information. inevitable frustrations that come Thursdays, and Fridays. BBQ” today from 5 to 7 p.m. person. Ballroom on Amelia monthly meeting at 1 p.m. with this sensitive situation. For more information, in the school cafeteria. Dinners is at 1897 Island Walkway in Tuesday, Nov. 12, in the ACT The Boy Friend brings Seven of the actors needed visit the audition page at from Callahan BBQ will have Fernandina Beach at RAD Main Stage lobby at 207 Cedar the Jazz Age back in a light will each play a variety of roles, AmeliaCommunityTheatre.org chicken, ribs, baked beans, Studios and 20 Homegrown St. This month’s arts presenta- romantic spoof of 1920s such as family members, medi- or call 261-6749. potato salad, and a roll. In addi- Way in Wildlight at RAD tion will be about the Amelia musical comedies. After tion, BBQ sandwiches, pizza, Studios; no partner or reserva- Island Dance Festival. The premiering in London in 1953, drinks, and desserts will be tion is required. For more infor- ACT Guild supports the theater the show moved a year later available separately to support mation, call 624-0886 or visit through fundraising, promo- to Broadway and starred the FBMS Drama Club, Band, ballroomonamelia.com or the tional activities and mailings, Julie Andrews, who made her New theater is offering a and cheerleaders. The FBMS Ballroom on Amelia Facebook ushering, food concessions, Broadway debut and won the Band and Drama Club will pro- page. and more. It also offer arts Theatre World Award. The vide entertainment. Students presentations and social activi- show has been revived, made children’s acting workshop who sell tickets for the dinner UF/IFAS Nassau Exten- ties with other theater lovers. into a movie, and toured in Blue Fire Theatre, the new professionally in film, television, will be eligible for prizes, includ- sion Director and Horticul- Membership is $10 year and numerous productions over company that formed this sum- and regional theater through- ing a $50 Visa gift card and two ture Agent Rebecca Jordi is open to all. For more infor- the years. AMP’s upcom- mer and opened its first produc- out Florida and in Los Angeles. $25 Visa gift cards, but tickets will conduct a Landscape mation, contact chlevine57@ ing production stays true tion in September, will hold two She earned her Bachelor of may also be purchased online Matters class on composting gmail.com. to the original, which takes one-hour “Theatre Essentials” Arts in Theatre Arts from at fbpirates.booktix.com. Drive at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. place at a finishing school for workshops for ages 7-12 on Jacksonville University. Her thru service will be available. 6. Jordi will discuss how to Mary Duffy, president wealthy young ladies in the Saturday, Nov. 16. The work- extensive experience in comedy prepare the bin, create an easy of Amelia Island Sea Turtle south of France. The show’s shops are scheduled for 1:30- improv includes training at the “Scientists Discover starter, moisture needs, and Watch, will be the featured “Perfect Young Ladies” and 2:30 p.m. and 3-4 p.m. Groundlings School. Art Gene” or at least the what to do and what to avoid. speaker at Wild Amelia’s “Boy Friends” are teens from Early registration is recom- The actress was a fea- Plantation Artists Guild & This free class will take place Wild Nite on Tuesday, Nov. 12. across Nassau County and mended because each workshop tured stand-up comedian at Gallery’s “GranShow,” which at the Extension office located Her presentation will begin at southeast Georgia. Geoffrey is limited to 10 students. The the Portland Maine Comedy features the artwork of gallery at 86026 Pages Dairy Road in 7 p.m. in the auditorium at the and Karen Harper King are cost is $10 per person, plus a Festival and the New South members in tandem with work Yulee. For more information, Peck Center, located at 516 S. featured as the esteemed Lord $1.50 service fee. Registration Comedy Festival in 2018. She from their grandchildren, has. contact the Extension office at 10th St. in Fernandina Beach. and Lady Brockhurst, with is available online only at http:// also has opened for the Lady The show opens today and 530-6353. Duffy will provide an update Deirdre Wallace as Madame bit.ly/2Nz7DpK. Parts Justice League show star- will continue through Saturday, on the 2019 sea turtle nesting Dubonnet, headmistress of Each class will be held in the ring Liz Winstead, co-creator of Nov. 16. The Plantation Artists John Elliott, the author season on Amelia Island and the school, and Jeff Groden county building at 86026 Pages The Daily Show. Recent theater Guild & Gallery is located at of 25 published works, in Florida. She has led Amelia Thomas as Percival Browne, Dairy Road in Yulee. credits include Alicia in Small 94 Amelia Village Circle in the including his latest, After the Island Sea Turtle Watch, a The Millionaire. The music is all The workshop will begin Mouth Sounds at The 5 & Dime Omni Amelia Island Plantation Eleventh Hour, will talk about group of committed individuals in 1920s style, with Lynn Arizzi with a few warm-up activities, and Sylvia at Players by the Sea. Shops. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 his career and books at 2 that began with eight volun- as the show’s music director then move on to some basic She received a Pelican Award p.m. Monday and Wednesday p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6, at teers, in collecting data about and a live pit orchestra under stage mechanics and rules for for “Best Actress in a Lead through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 Story & Song Bookstore Bistro the loggerhead and occasional the baton of Solomon Johnson. improvisation before each stu- Role” for her part as Sylvia in p.m. Tuesday, and 1 to 5 p.m. in Fernandina Beach. Elliot, green and leatherback sea tur- The 1920s costumes were dent will takes his or her turn the aforementioned production. Sunday. For more information, who writes gripping novels tles that nest on Amelia Island. designed by Donna Lewis and getting “on stage” to do some Offstage, Johnston has call 432-1750. about international terrorism, Incorporated in 1988, the group Tammy Lynch. improv games and scenes. worked with children of all began working concurrently in operates under permits from The show is directed by Jill Katie Johnston, who was ages in a variety of different The 24th annual Fall and the mid-1960s, for the CIA’s the Florida Fish and Wildlife Dillingham and Beth Perkins. recently seen on stage as settings for more than 12 years. Christmas Craft Bazaar Special Operations Group Conservation Commission Show times are 7:30 p.m. Maggie in Blue Fire Theatre’s Currently, she is the director will be held 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and the Israeli spy agency, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Nov. 14-16 and 21-23 and 5 inaugural show, Cat on a Hot of children’s programming at Saturday, Nov. 2, at the Mossad. His career began in Service. More than 140 vol- p.m. Nov. 17. Amelia Musical Tin Roof, will be teaching the Big Fish Power Yoga and runs Fernandina Beach Golf Club, the jungles of northern Laos unteers now walk the island’s Playhouse is located at 1955 workshop. the children’s acting classes at located at 2800 Bill Melton as he targeted communist beaches at dawn looking for Island Walkway in Fernandina Johnston is an actress and Creative Veins Performing Arts Road in Fernandina Beach. insurgents and ended in a hotel turtle tracks, verifying and Beach. For tickets, call 277- comedian who has performed Studio, located in Jacksonville. This year’s crafts will feature room in Dubai at the dawn of marking nests, watching each 3455 or visit ameliamusical- “unique Christmas gifts galore 2010 as he tracked down a nest for almost two months, playhouse.com.

was situated at the back of the TOUR Continued from 1B house, where the Krebs now the project in December 2017. have their laundry room. Tour and Ticket Information The time and care they put Despite the extensive Amelia Island Museum of History into the renovation is evident remodeling, the Krebs went throughout the home. to great lengths to preserve 13th annual Holiday Home Tour The house was built circa many of the historic aspects Friday, Dec. 6 • Saturday, Dec. 7 1900, and in 1923, Debbie of the house. The door is the 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Kellogg’s grandmother moved original one, though it has been Tickets are available at the following locations: in. Her husband, Dr. Lynn, refinished. Some of the original U Amelia Island Museum of History was a conductor on the trolley siding has also been refurbished • 223 S. Third St., 261-7378 lines and then a local dentist and reused, and the heart pine • cash, check or credit card whose upstairs office was in flooring from the second floor U Amelia Island Welcome Center (The Depot) the building that now holds the was reused in the kitchen and • 102 Centre St., 277-0717 Blue Door Art Gallery. Debbie living room. The staircase is • credit card only has fond memories of visiting original as well, though the U The Plantation Shop her grandmother and staying treads are updated and the • 4828 First Coast Highway, 261-2030 on the upstairs sleeping porch, enclosing wall was removed. • cash and check only which has since been closed in. The backyard has also been U Coastal Cottage Amelia Originally, the back wall of the redone. There was a koi pond • 1439 Sadler Road, 580-0484 sitting room was the back wall in the back at one point, which • cash and check only of the house. was then filled with bricks. U Cape House Between Dr. Lynn’s fam- Those bricks came from Fort • 4810 First Coast Highway, 844-2384 ily and the Krebs, the house Clinch and from the Centre • cash and check only was owned by three others, Street remodel. They have also Tickets can also be purchased on the Museum web- including local policeman Topsy been put to use in the outdoor site at ameliamuseum.org/holidayhometour. Smith. kitchen and the brick path. Tickets are $30 if purchased before Dec. 6. Tickets on The Krebbs’ extensive John and Kathryn met in days of the tour are $35 and will be available only at the remodel reconfigured the first Florida but have lived all over Museum. floor. The central fireplace was the country, eventually settling Discounted group tickets are $25 each for parties of removed and replaced with in California to raise their chil- 10 or more and available only at the Museum. For infor- beams, which transformed a dren. Once the children were mation, call 261-7378, ext. 105. tiny living room into the large grown, the couple again looked This year only, you can purchase a special combina- open space visitors will visit to the East Coast for a place to tion tour ticket for the Holiday Home Tour and the 2019 Fill in the squares so now. The other part of the liv- call home. Fernandina Beach Southern Living Idea House. Combo tickets are $40 – a ing room was originally a dining checked all the boxes on their 23% discount – and are not eligible for the group ticket that each row, column room. The kitchen counters are list. They are close to the beach discount. The combo tickets may be purchased only at and 3-by-3 box solid-surface pieces of soap- and can easily walk wherever the Museum of History and are valid at the Southern stone, which is consistent with they need to go downtown. Living Idea House on Dec. 1-8. Home Tour tickets are contain the numbers kitchens in 1900, when solid The Krebs’ home will show- valid either Dec. 6 or 7. 1 through 9. Solution pieces of soapstone or marble case decorations from Coastal will appear in the were common. Cottage Amelia, new to the The kitchen was originally tour this year. The Museum Wednesday detached, as was common at the is deeply grateful to John and year’s Holiday Home Tour. In elry, golf, and gift cards to area B-section. beginning of the 20th century, Kathryn Krebbs, and to Regan addition, the Holiday Home restaurants. Tickets for the and was later connected to the and Dan Westra, owners of Tour raffle will be featured at home tour are available at five Wednesday, October 30 house with a breezeway. When Coastal Cottage Amelia, for the Krebbs’ home, with items locations this year – be sure to Solution it was brought into the house, it their generous support of this including original artwork, jew- get yours soon.

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NCCDC celebrating ‘Graduated Driver License’ PSA contest 40 years Saturday available to all Florida high schools The Nassau County ship recipients, will be the key- Community Development note speaker at the anniversary AAA is sponsoring a contest that in injuries during their first year Corporation will celebrate its event, which will also be attend- will send thousands of dollars to of solo driving than new drivers TOP 10 TEEN 40th year anniversary from 6:30 ed by a number of scholarship Florida schools that create winning licensed at any other age. AAA says to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9, at recipients, the organization’s PSAs promoting the importance of “graduated drivers licenses” greatly DRIVER the Atlantic Avenue Recreation living founders, former officers educating young drivers, according reduce that risk. Graduated driver Center, according to a news and board members, and Peck to a news release. A total of $5,500 license laws in Florida allow young CITATIONS release. affiliates. in prizes will be divided up among drivers to begin gaining valuable NCCDC was founded in The general community is the 13 winning high schools. experience behind the wheel at 15 1979 in the interest of Peck welcome to come out and help The contest is being hosted years of age. High School, now known as the celebrate this coat-and-tie event by the Florida Teen Safe Driving “Engaged parents are the first Peck Center. The NCCDC, a that will include catered dining Coalition. line of defense when it comes to nonprofit organization, is still in and music entertainment. Entrants must create positive enforcing graduated driver licens- operation today and continues to Tickets are available by con- public service announcements that ing curfews and other guidelines serve the Nassau County com- tacting Annette Myers, Charles help high school students educate with teens,” said Melissa Valido- munity. Albert, Jackie Arthur, Nikki their peers about “Graduated Driver Branca, leader of the Florida Teen Through the years, the orga- Wilson, Michelle Gardner, Licensing” laws. Safe Driving Coalition. “We are so nization has awarded approxi- Earline Jones, Freddie Mason, To enter, interested schools thankful that AAA supports this type mately 100 scholarships to help Patricia Thompson or any mem- should use the official contest link of education and wants to help us educate area youth, and Wendall ber of the NCCDC. All proceeds at flteensafedriver.org/gdl-psa. keep Florida teen drivers safe.” McGahee, one of those scholar- will go toward scholarships. Graduated driver licensing is a “We are excited to work with gradual approach to granting teen the Coalition to educate teen drivers full license privileges. By drivers on the graduated driv- allowing teen drivers to safely gain ers licensing process,” said experience during structured hours, Matt Nasworthy, Florida Public exposure to higher risk driving situ- Affairs Director for AAA – The ations can be minimized. Auto Club Group. “Good GDL Previous AAA Foundation laws have proven to be effective research found that drivers first at reducing teen driver crashes licensed at age 18 are more likely and that’s our focus in everything to be involved in a crash resulting we do.”

FBHS RECOGNIZES STUDENTS Fernandina Beach High School this week announced its Students of the Trivia night helps to Month for September and October. “We would like to say congratulations to the following students for being fund FBHS mini-grants selected as students of the month at Fernandina Beach High School. These The Fernandina Beach High spectrum. students have displayed exemplary School Foundation will host • Force plates for physics and citizenship, leadership, and satisfac- its annual fall trivia night next physical education classes. tory academic progress,” the news Friday, Nov. 8, at the Atlantic • Chemistry lab safety release says. Pictured are A. J. West, Recreation Center. The doors shields. junior; Amanda Bennett, sophomore; will open at 6 p.m. with trivia • Breakout boxes for inte- Colby Harris, senior; Elizabeth beginning at 7 p.m. Testing your grated learning lessons. Green, freshman and Brooks Rohe, knowledge for the evening will A couple of tickets freshman. Not pictured are Brooke be hosts from Trivia:30. • Computer games to engage McAbee, senior; Steven Durr; junior; Trivia, pizza, and snacks students in language learning. and Jordan Dolman, sophomore. are provided along with a beer • Textbook for a new leader- SUBMITTED and wine cash bar. Patrons can ship class. reserve a table for eight with • Whiteboard paint to trans- eight drink coupons for $300 form a few desks to a personal or individual tickets can be pur- active math creation station. chased for $35. Prizes are award- • Flight lessons in a real ed to the top winning teams. plane for the districts aerospace Funds raised from the event students. at your favorite local spots help the foundation fund mini- One tickets DiningOut grants for FBHS teachers to • Instructional books and act- help provide them with extra ing materials for drama students. tools and materials to enhance • Updated and popular music their curriculum. This year, for band. the Foundation funded 35 mini- • Sphygmomanometers and grants totaling $24,808.33. stethoscopes for anatomy class. NOW OPEN According to the Foundation, A couple of drinks participation can help provide the • Calculators vital for nation- following: al testing for those that cannot Sponsoring a table afford one. • Lighting package for drama • Art materials. for tech learning and real world • Books, books, and more experience. books! Every year, the FBHS • Class set of Advanced Foundation buys thousands of Placement workbooks. dollars of books for the library in • ESE resources. almost every subject area. • Weightlifting equipment To purchase tables, tick- to teach body composition and ets, and drink coupons, visit exercise technique. https://squ.re/2FqJHbE or email • A sensory and calming area/ FBHSfoundationtrivia@gmail. room for children on the autistic com.

TOP SOUTHSIDE ACCELERATED READERS

SUBMITTED Southside Elementary School recognized the follow- ing students for earning the most Accelerated Reader points in their grade levels for the first nine weeks of the school year: bottom row from left, Auden Crosby, Preston Mayes, Paisley Bennett, Peter Corigliano, and Michael Roberts; middle row, Olivia Germano, Zach Avila, Eric Auffurth, Declan Neal, and Ava Tracy; and top row, Principal Marlena Palmer, Media Specialist Kim Hicks, and Assistant Principal Jill Williams. The students were invited to a special luncheon to celebrate their accomplishment.

NL Friday 11.01.19.indd 15 10/31/19 2:51 PM 4B Friday, November 1, 2019 News-Leader Religion RELIGION NOTES Christians should appreciate Hope House worship

Obedience, faith, trials, salvation and power – how do they business more, especially local ones work together for our good, others’ good and God’s pleasure? Join us at noon Tuesday, Nov. 5, as we explore and unpack these n the Oct. 23 News-Leader, we learned God wasn’t calling these exist to make a profit, therefore we expect treasures written down in 1 Peter and elsewhere. For more that Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., had people – or most of his them to be focused on revenue, solvency, information, call 321-0435 or stop by the Salvation Army Hope named Amelia Island Kayak Excursions people – to the priest- and operating efficiency. Big companies, House, located at 410 S. Ninth St. in Fernandina Beach. Ias the U.S. Senate’s Small Business of hood or some other form and their customers, do what’s best for the Week. of “Christian ministry.” them. That’s generally how our economy BBQ & Bluegrass The article prompted me to think that He was calling them to works, and it’s why we enjoy good products St. Peter’s Episcopal Church will host “Barbecue and Christians should think about and appreci- be spouses, parents and at affordable prices. Bluegrass” on Sunday, Nov. 10. From 4 to 6 p.m., games for ate business more, especially local busi- grandparents, neighbors, But there’s more to life, even busi- the entire family and barbecue ($10 per meal) will be available ness. Michael Novak, the late Catholic and workers. These, ness life, than money. Mundy also dis- at the church’s Wood Youth Center. Then at 6 p.m., guests can theologian, often wrote about the moral Paul says, are God’s covered that, when business owners live congregate in the Wyatt Courtyard for the Bluegrass Mass led nature of business. He talked about how PRACTICAL callings and assign- in the community – when they’re tied to

by the acoustic bluegrass band Back From The Brink. In honor business builds community, spurs innova- THEOLOGY ments. Therefore, just it physically and emotionally, when they of veterans, the church will collect donations for the Episcopal tion, and transforms “the conditions of as he equips some to identify with it, and see that customers Diocese of Florida’s Wounded Warrior Spiritual Retreats minis- human life dramatically and for the better build up the church, he are also neighbors – they bring a differ- try and the Lake City VA Medical Center. Consider donating a … or worse.” Richard equips others – chefs, ent perspective. Local business owners Publix or Visa gift card with a suggested balance of $50 to $100 Sadly, Novak also found that few busi- Doster retailers, and kayak tour want what’s best for their town; they’re for Wounded Warriors ministry. For the VA hospital, donations nesspeople view their work as a calling. guides – to build up the eager to do what’s right for their neigh- of liquid body wash, deodorant, denture adhesive, and reading He believed they’d be better off if they community. When restauranteurs, store bors; they understand that there’s more at glasses (strengths of 2.25 and 2.50) are appreciated. The church did. They’d feel as though they were part owners, and naturalists respond to a “call,” stake (though not less) than profit. A local is at 801 Atlantic Ave. in Fernandina Beach. Call 261-4293. of something noble, which would instill they, as much as pastors, respond to the business owner, in contrast to a CEO of a in them greater respect for what they Caller. Which means they do their work for national chain, can’t possibly think of the Harvest Sunday do, which would stir the imagination and his sake, not theirs. They’re taking on his community as a “faceless place to maxi- Every year, the congregation of Trinity United Methodist provide satisfaction with their lives. “The assignment to serve others in order to cre- mize profit.” Church celebrates our many blessings during Harvest Sunday, human project is a universal one,” Novak ate a vibrant community. Local business owners, especially in which in the past was a chance for members to share excess argued. “We are involved in bringing the Whether we’re 35 or 75, retired or in towns like Fernandina Beach, are invested harvests from their gardens and fruit trees with other members. Creator’s work to its intended fulfillment mid-career, “The question regarding our in the community. In return, the commu- This year, Harvest Sunday will be celebrated Sunday, Nov. 11, by being co-creators in a very grand proj- choice of work is no longer ‘What will make nity is invested in them. Instinctively, we after the 11 a.m. worship service. In recent years, the members ect, indeed.” me the most money and give me the most understand that the health of our city is have shared their blessings by providing delicious box lunches The idea that business – and work of all status?’” Keller says. “The question must linked to the health of its businesses, and for people attending the Sunday worship service. kinds – is a God-issued calling is altogether be, ‘How, with my abilities and opportuni- vice versa. biblical. Author and pastor Tim Keller ties, can I be of greatest service to other We get a good feel for this, I think, PBJ ... and a few more items points out that in the New Testament the people, knowing what I do of God’s will and when some of our stores offer locals a Three essential items always needed at The Salvation Army Greek word translated “to call” (kaleo) usu- of human need?’” discount. The 10% off is no big deal, but Hope House to put in our Emergency Food Bags are peanut but- ally describes “God’s summons to saving One might faithfully serve at Home the message behind it is. It says we’re in ter, jelly and yes, toilet paper! This week, we again ask for these faith and union with Christ” (Romans 8:30; Depot or Amelia Island Paint; at Applebee’s this together – building, shaping, creating three items, along with boxed “helper” meals, canned fruit, 1 Corinthians 1:9). But in 1 Corinthians or the Salty Pelican. We can easily appreci- a community. We’re using our abilities and macaroni and cheese, laundry detergent and toothbrushes. Bring 7, Paul explains to readers that there’s no ate the contributions of big corporations, opportunities so Fernandina Beach will donations to 410 S. Ninth St. in Fernandina Beach between 10 need to change their basic circumstances but let’s always delight in the special flavor flourish. a.m. and noon or 1 and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. – marital status, job, or social station – to of local businesses. Richard Doster lives in Fernandina please God when they become Christians. Gerard T. Mundy, a philosophy profes- Beach with his wife, Sally. He’s the editor of Parents of Prodigals Support Group Instead, he says, “let each person lead the sor in New York, observed how, in his byFaith, the magazine of the Presbyterian This group meets 7-8:30 p.m. the third Thursday of every life that the Lord has assigned to him, and neighborhood, national corporations show Church in America, and attends Grace month at Celebration Church, located at 416 Alachua St. in to which God has called him.” little affection for the community. That’s no Community Church in Yulee. Reach him at Fernandina Beach. The group offers biblical and secular support Martin Luther stressed the fact that surprise. We understand that corporations [email protected]. to the hurting parents of prodigal children in order to give them hope and a future. The speaker for Nov. 21 will be Glenn Ellison from the Parent Help Center. For more information, call (770) 598-0470. COMMUNITY FALL FESTIVAL Women’s Bible Study Taizé service First Presbyterian Church hosts a morning Women’s Bible Study from 10 a.m. to noon every Tuesday in Jim Thomas Hall. The group will be working through the book Soul Feast: An to feature Invitation to the Christian Spiritual Life by Marjorie Thompson. The church is located at 9 N. Sixth St. in Fernandina Beach. guitarist Contact the church office at 261-3837 for additional information. Terry Thrift, a classical College-age Bible study guitarist, will be the featured Amelia Baptist Church hosts the Bible Study for College Age musician for the Taizé worship group at 7 p.m. each Sunday. For information and directions, call service set for 6 p.m. Sunday Adam Page at 261-9527. at Trinity United Methodist Church. The service is jointly sponsored by Trinity and Memorial United Methodist Church. Thrift is local to Amelia Island and also SUBMITTED enjoys popular The tradition continues! Have fun in the and jazz tunes fall weather at the annual Community Fall in addition to Festival from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. playing for 16, on North Sixth and Seventh streets in worship ser- downtown Fernandina Beach. You can enjoy vices. He will games, bouncy houses, music, face painting, play a prelude temporary tattoos, free lunch, and more. as well as accompany congre- There’s even a special area just for toddlers. gational singing along with This year, the Fall Festival is partnering with Memorial Minister of Worship the Fernandina Beach Market Place farm- Dr. Joan Averett on piano. The ers and Arts Market to share activities and service is meditative in style. will even have a scavenger hunt for kids. Anyone who would find this type This event is dog friendly. Memorial United of experience meaningful is wel- Methodist Church sponsors the Fall Festival come. Dress is casual. Trinity as a gift to the community. Visit mumconline. is located at the corner of South com or 261-5769 to learn more. Eighth and Ash streets.

ULEE APTIST Y HURCH BC Visitors Always Welcome! Doug Sides, Senior Pastor Morning Services 8:15 and 11:00 am Sunday School 9:45 am Worship this week Sunday Evening 6:00 pm Wednesday Prayer Meeting 6:30 pm Wednesday Children 6:30 pm Wednesday ‘Overflow’ Youth 6:30 pm Nursery Provided For All Services

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In the Heart of Fernandina FIRST MISSIONARY 9 N. 6th Street LEGACY BAPTISTCHURCH St. Peter’s Pastor Brian Winburn Dr. Wain Wesberry, Pastor BAPTIST CHURCH 20 South Ninth Street 261-4907 Episcopal Church Rev. Julie Jensen “Teaching and Living a Changed Life Rev. Darien K. Bolden Sr., Pastor Welcomes You! in Jesus Christ” Associate Pastor The Church Located at the corner of 8th &Atlantic SundaySunday School School all agesages 9:30am 9:30am in the Heart of the City Worship 8:30 & 11 am 7:30AM Rite 1 Service SundaySunday Worship Worship Service 10:30am 10:30am With the Desire to be in the Sunday School 8:15AM Breakfast Nursery andNursery children’s provided church provided Heart of All People 9:50 am 9:00AM Rite 2 Service WednesdayWednesday Night Night – Meal Service at 5:15pm, 6pm Sunday New Members Class 9 a.m. Nursery • Children Bible study all ages 5:45pm, Sunday School 9:00 a.m. 10:10AM Fellowship Nursery provided Youth • Adults Prayer service 7:00pm - Nursery provided. Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. 11:00AM Rite 2 Wednesday Noon-day Prayer 261-3837 941328941328 Old Nassauville Road Road 6:00PM Beach Eucharist Wednesday Mid-week Service 6:30 4th Sunday – Celtic Service www.first-presbyterian- inin VolunteerVolunteer FireFire Dept.Dept. BuildingBuilding Ministries: Bus & Van, Couples, Singles, church-32034.org 904-753-0731 Youth

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Where heart & mind meet Christ in love & service FIVE POINTS BAPTIST Amelia Baptist “MORE THAN A CHURCH, WE’RE FAMILY” HOLY “Come Experience the Joy of Worship & Service” Psalm 100 TRINITY Church Rev. FRANK CAMAROTTI, Pastor Pastor: Dr. H. Neil Helton Sunday School ...... 10:00am CHURCH Sunday Worship Service – 10:30am Worship Service ...... 11:00am Evening Worship ...... 5:00pm Anglican Province of America Bible Study – 9am Young Adult Bible Study...... 7:00pm Nursery provided for all services Wednesday Encounter Youth Group ...... 7:00pm 8:00 AM Holy Communion (said) Small group studies-Adults 6pm Children in Action ...... 7:00pm 9:15 AM Sunday Bible College Wednesday - Prayer Service 6:30pm Wednesday Prayer Service ...... 7:00pm 736 Bonnieview Road 10:30 AM Holy Communion (sung) Preschool and Children Activities 904-261-4615 The Church with the RED DOORS 961167 BUCCANEER TRAIL Nursery provided Corner of Buccaneer Tr. & Gerbing Road, Fernandina Bch WorshipInJoy.com In Amelia Park by the YMCA Find us on Facebook: 1830 Lake Park Drive For More Information Call: 261-9527 Five Points Baptist Encounter Youth 904-491-6082 HolyTrinityAnglican.org

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NL Friday 11.01.19.indd 16 10/31/19 2:52 PM Friday, November 1, 2019/News-Leader 5B Community Rutherford to speak in Fernandina Boys & Girls Clubs The Nassau County Chapter of the cally improved neighborhoods and prevented Military Officers Association of America crime throughout the community. He also announce September announced Tuesday that Rep. John made the mental health component of the Rutherford will be the guest speaker at a criminal justice system a priority, reducing special monthly meeting and luncheon on the recidivism rates of the mentally ill and Youth of the Month Monday, Dec. 2, at the Fernandina Beach Golf facilitating their treatment.” The Boys & Girls Clubs Club. The meeting will begin promptly at Rutherford also served as chairman of the of Nassau County recently 11:30 a.m. with lunch available at a cost of Legislative Committee for Florida Sheriffs announced the names of $15 per person. Association, where he advocated before the its Youth of the Month for Rutherford is serving his second term in state legislature for policies that strengthen September, according to a the U.S. House of Representatives and sits constitutional rights, support law enforce- news release. on the House Appropriations Committee, ment, and enhance public safety across the • A student at Wildlight where he serves on three subcommittees: state. Elementary School, Denise Homeland Security, Military Construction MOAA, with over 450 local chapters Skaff, 9, has been attending and Veterans Affairs, and Transportation and including 44 in Florida, is the nation’s larg- the Boys & Girls Clubs’ Miller Housing and Urban Development. est association of military officers. It is an Freedom Center for about Having lived in Jacksonville since 1958, he independent, nonprofit, politically non-par- three years. In that time, she Denise Skaff attended Florida Junior College and Florida tisan organization. MOAA’s main goal “is has accomplished so much. State University, where he studied criminol- to improve the lives of those who serve and “Niecy” is an absolute joy to ogy. He is a graduate of the FBI National HOUSE.GOV their families.” be around. Well-mannered and Academy, 171st Session and the National U.S. Rep. John Rutherford will be Membership is open to active duty, for- soft-spoken, she is one of the Executive Institute. He began his career in the guest speaker at a meeting of the mer, retired, National Guard and Reserve first members to volunteer by law enforcement in 1974 as a patrolman in Nassau County Chapter of the Military commissioned and warrant officers of the assisting staff in the canteen or the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, working his Officers Association of America. uniformed services and their surviving around the program areas, and way up through the JSO where he eventually spouses. she doesn’t leave until the job served as director. This special meeting will be open to any- is done. In 2003, 2007, and 2011, Duval County low, according to the news release, which one who has served, but because of limited Skaff will quickly tell you voters elected Rutherford as sheriff. During states, “Using a model of intelligence-led and seating, reservations are required. RSVP she loves attending the Miller his three terms, homicide and overall violent community-based policing, John and his team to MOAA Secretary Kathleen Waldrop at Freedom Center because of crime in Jacksonville dropped to a 40-year of law enforcement professionals dramati- [email protected]. all the fun activities that are Caitlin Iadarola offered. She loves going to the Games Room and the Learning 10-12 age group and demon- Zone, where she has the strates model behavior at all opportunity to learn while hav- times. ing fun every day. Iadarola attends Emma Hicken talks football at local luncheon meeting One of her favorite things Love Hardee Elementary to do is hang out with her School, where she has main- ROBERT WEINTRAUB the five major conferences plus older sister, Vanessa. Both tained straight A’s for the For the News-Leader the three teams with the best girls, along with mom and dad, 2019-20 school year. records in the minor confer- enjoy doing things together as While at the Club, Iadarola NFL officiating, college foot- ences should be in a playoff to a family like playing games or really enjoys the Games Room ball playoffs and prospects of determine the best team in the hanging out at the house and and Technology Lab, as well as Jacksonville Jaguars were among country,” he explained. watching television. Skaff has Art & Crafts. She is currently comments Jacksonville sports Hicken called former Jaguars her own YouTube channel, exploring the Strings Program, journalist Dan Hicken made cornerback Jalen Ramsey “the “THE REAL LIFE OF THE where she receives piano les- at a recent Men’s Newcomers most selfish person I’ve ever MARKHAMS,” where she and sons and (is) enjoying every Club’s monthly luncheon meet- known,” referring to Ramsey’s her family post about family moment of it. She says the ing. refusal to play in recent Jaquars’ activities. activities in the club are always The WJAX-TV reporter told games due to a back injury. After “Niecy” also loves music fun and age-appropriate. the more than 70 men assembled Ramsey was traded to the Los and is a member of the Miller Iadarola wants to become at the Fernandina Beach Golf Angeles Rams, his back suddenly Freedom Chorale. She knows an entrepreneur and chef Club that the way to improve was healed and he was able to what she wants and works of her own restaurant. officiating at National Football play for the Rams immediately hard to drive herself toward Additionally, a potential career League games is to make the in a game against the Atlanta her goals. as a teacher is within reach, officials full-time employees of Falcons. “We can easily see that perhaps as a culinary instruc- the league, not weekend part- The two first-round draft Miss Skaff is a future leader off tor. timers. He made the comment picks the Jaguars picked up from tomorrow with hopes of one “I like challenges,” in answer to a question about the the Rams (for 2020 and 2021) will SUBMITTED day becoming a teacher,” the Iadarola says, and her dedica- recent high-profile controversies more than offset the loss of one Jacksonville sports journalist Dan Hicken was recently a release says. tion toward learning in and out regarding on-field calls. of the best cornerbacks in foot- guest speaker at a Men’s Newcomers Club luncheon. • Caitlin Iadarola, 10, is a of school provides her with The college football playoffs ball, Hicken said. very energetic and outstand- many advantages and oppor- “should be a real playoff,” Hicken “They will allow the Jaguars ing Roberts Learning & tunities. said, not a competition among to draft two cornerstone players in the next two years that will meets on the third Thursday of Achievement Center member “The Robert’s Club looks teams “hand-picked by a com- in addition to their own first- “transform” the Jaguars, Hicken the month. Information about the who displays positive behavior forward to hearing extraordi- mittee.” round picks,” he pointed out. The said. club is available online at mnc- consistently. She is a Boys & nary things in the future for “The champions of each of Jaguars will have 18 draft picks The Men’s Newcomers Club amelia.org. Girls Clubs ambassador for the Caitlin,” the release says. Everywhere you turn it’s pumpkin season at the market JUDIE MACKIE Farmpit Girls are available in is bringing a seasonal spiced dor, Sweet Peach Cupcakes. For the News-Leader pumpkin spice and pumpkin pumpkin coffee creamer, and This week’s Booth With chai. Riverwood Candles makes Gana Pecans will have spiced a Cause will be the Nassau It is pumpkin season at the soy candles with environment- pumpkin pecans. Humane Society, and music Fernandina Beach Market Place friendly wicks and their fall Looking for sweet pie pump- will be provided by saxophonist farmers market. Everywhere scents include pumpkin patch, kins? Check out King’s Kountry Gabriel Arnold. you turn, you will be met with apple cinnamon, Mandarin Produce. Every year, I make a The Arts Market will return this seasonal favorite. Look cranberry. Their most popular dozen or so full-sized, tradition- Nov. 9, then save the date for for Lady Bug Gourmet and her fall scent has been sweet potato al pies – from scratch – using Nov. 16 because this year we homemade pumpkin butter, pie. Free smells are available. heirloom recipes to share with have partnered with Memorial as well as her apple cider and Gluten-free products from family and friends. I do this to United Methodist Church to caramel jams. If you buy the Something Good come in pump- keep the memory of those who throw a free Fall Festival for the caramel flavor, she will give you kin flavors too, including sweet have passed close to our hearts community. #LoveShowsUp a free recipe for her amazing bread, pumpkin squares, and during the holidays. The Fernandina Beach pumpkin bread, which is what gluten-free pumpkin pie. Simply Other traditional flavors Market Place farmers market she is sampling her jams on this Savory has dry dip mixes in you’ll find this Saturday in the is open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every week. pumpkin cheesecake and cara- farmers market include Topsy Saturday on North Seventh Great Harvest Bread mel apple. Both of these make a Toffee. This is handmade by Street between Alachua Company will be bringing nice spread for apple slices or a Tucker in three flavors: milk and Centre streets, rain or pumpkin bread and pump- dip for pretzel sticks, which are chocolate, white chocolate, and shine. 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