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A 42-year-old Yulee man died in a car crash Wednesday evening, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. A news release from the law enforce- ment agency said the car crash was at 6:09 p.m. Wednesday at State Road 200 and Wildlight Avenue. According to the report, a pick- up truck – driven by a 41-year-old Fernandina Beach man – was traveling east on State Road 200 and “failed to safely stop or slow” at the traffic light at Wildlight Avenue. A 22-year-old Hudson man, in a sports utility vehicle, was ahead of the Yulee man’s sports utility vehicle at a stop light, attempting to make a left turn. The 22-year-old drove forward and then stopped, leading to the Yulee man’s vehicle to collide with the back of the vehicle in front of him. The 41-year-old Fernandina Beach man’s truck overturned. According to the report, the Yulee man was pronounced dead at the scene by Nassau County Fire Rescue. Florida Highway Patrol did not release the identities of any of the driv- ers or list whether any charges pending. PHOTOS BY JULIA ROBERTS/NEWS-LEADER A crowd gathered outside Fernandina Beach City Hall on Tuesday to show city commissioners they want changes made to the city’s noise ordi- nance that would allow venues to continue to feature live music.

JULIA ROBERTS News-Leader ▼ WHAT DO YOU THINK? City leaders he Fernandina Beach City What do you think about potential changes to Commission heard from more Fernandina Beach’s noise ordinance? Email Letters ttoo backpedal than a dozen speakers and the Editor to [email protected]. Letters musmustt many more outside City Hall T include the writer’s name, address and daytime phonphonee chambers who said live music is not noise but rather part of the culture of number. on ordinance the city. ? Before the Tuesday City places, such as the Green Turtle enforce a bad law.” Commission meeting, commissioners Tavern, a popular bar that has live Bean suggested changing the noise for e-bikes hosted a workshop, and commission- music every day. ordinance to give a specific sound ers discussed the recent controversy At the workshop, Commissioner level that would be acceptable and JULIE ROBERTS concerning live music, which is played Bradley Bean called the noise ordi- measured using a decibel meter. News-Leader seven nights a week in various ven- nance unreasonable. “We need to use that to remain ues downtown. “I think our current noise ordi- impartial,” Bean said. “As we move Once again, the Fernandina Beach Recently The Boat House, which nance has one of the most subjective forward, I want to see that. By that City Commission has reversed its posi- is situated across the street from City terms I’ve ever heard: plainly audi- same token, we shouldn’t objectively tion on electric bicycles, and by a split Hall, has received citations for viola- ble,” Bean said. “When a complaint say something is plainly audible. We vote, approved an ordinance that would tions of the city’s noise ordinance, is called, our police officers go out to need to grab the right tool for the job.” ban them from Egans Creek Greenway. which prohibits noise that is “plainly 100 feet from the establishment and He said St. Augustine and St. In February, an ordinance came audible” from 100 feet away after 10 determine if the noise they hear is Simons Island use a decibel meter before commissioners to ban e-bikes p.m. Monday through Thursday and plainly audible. reading to determine what was an from the greenway, trails and city beach- after 11 p.m. Friday through Sunday. “Who determines what is plainly acceptable noise level, and he wants es. That ordinance Musicians and bands have played audible? Is it hearing the lyrics? Is Fernandina Beach to adopt a similar passed 3-2, with for years in the city, and residents it hearing the bass? There are many law. Amy Nixon said she was playing Commissioner and businesses have coexisted, but different ways to determine what is Commissioner Chip Ross said he Irish music with her son, Dylan, Bradley Bean lately the Fernandina Beach Police audible. I think that’s very subjec- when The Patio Place was cited and Mayor Mike Department has issued citations to tive. I don’t want our police to have to NOISE Continued on page 4 for a noise ordinance violation. Lednovich dis- senting. Then later in February, the ordinance was passed on sec- ond reading, with Bradley Bean ‘Personal care attendants’ eyed in nursing homes additional lan- guage that allowed CHRISTINE SEXTON warned that nurs- a staffing shortage and to help build a hour course taught by registered nurs- e-bikes on the beaches and trails, but News Service of Florida ing homes would future long-term care workforce es to work at nursing homes for four placed a 10 mph speed limit on them. hire less-qualified Florida law requires nursing homes months as personal care attendants. The That ordinance was approved 3-2, with TALLAHASSEE – Florida nursing workers and pay to provide a minimum weekly average nursing homes can count the training Vice Mayor Len Kreger opposing due to homes would be allowed to operate them less without of 3.6 hours of direct care per resident time toward the state-mandated staff- concerns about damage to the greenway apprenticeship programs and use partici- running afoul of per day. It requires a minimum of 2.5 ing hours. and Lednovich opposing because, “I go pants’ on-the-job training to meet state staffing require- hours a day provided by certified nurs- The bill is needed to make the pro- faster than 10 mph.” minimum staffing requirements, under ments. ing assistants and one hour provided by gram permanent because current law At Tuesday’s City Commission a bill approved Wednesday by a Senate “This is a road licensed nursing staff. doesn’t allow nursing homes to use meeting, Kreger moved to approve health committee. toward mediocri- The bill would make permanent what non-nursing staff to meet the minimum the amendment, but with the provi- Sponsored by Fernandina Beach Aaron Bean ty, and mediocrity is now a temporary apprenticeship pro- requirements. sion e-bikes be prohibited on the Egans Republican Sen. Aaron Bean, the is not a virtue,” gram for “personal care attendants.” “Attracting and retaining front-line Creek Greenway. measure (SB 1132) was approved by Florida Long- The state Agency for Health Care caregivers continues to be one of the Bean objected to the second change the Senate Health Policy Committee Term Care Ombudsman Mike Phillips Administration approved the temporary biggest challenges for Florida’s nursing to the ordinance, saying he would stay in an 8-1 vote. It was opposed by the told members of the committee. program last year at the behest of the centers, and the pandemic only made committed to the position he has taken state’s top advocate for long-term care The bill is supported by the nursing- nursing home industry to help during things worse,” Deborah Franklin, senior throughout the process – that e-bikes residents and a lobbyist for the state’s home industry, which says the appren- the COVID-19 pandemic. The program largest health care union, both of whom ticeship program is necessary to address allows people who complete an eight- CARE Continued on page 4 E-BIKES Continued on page 4

INDEX LOOKING BACK 50 YEARS CLASSIFIEDS, 12 SERVICE DIRECTORY, 12 COMMUNITY, 9 SUDOKU, 8 Nassau County Supervisor of Elections Dorothy Balogh announced EDITORIAL, 6 SCHOOLS, 9 14 18-year-olds had registered to OBITUARIES, 2 SPORTS, 14 vote in Nassau County after the age RELIGION, 10 WEEKLY UPDATE, 2 limit for voting was lowered. March 18, 1971 News-Leader, 167th year. No. 23, Copyright, 2021 FRIDAY, MARCH 19, 2021 NE 2 WS News-Leader

OBITUARIES to a wide range of military and civilian audiences tinual promotion and advancement through various Tim enlisted in the U.S. Army, Frank E. Dully Jr. and published numerous articles on aeromedical positions associated with the company’s nuclear where he served for 10 years, ris- Frank E. Dully Jr., MD, MPH, captain in the aspects of aviation safety. His professional affilia- engineering programs. While much of his time with ing to the rank of captain. During Medical Corps of the U.S. Navy (ret.), 89, of tions were many, including The Aerospace Medicine Westinghouse was spent in Pittsburgh, the remain- his military career, he served in Fernandina Beach, Fla., passed away peacefully Association (Designated Fellow), Society of U.S. ing nine years of his tenure took him to the Pacific Vietnam, where he received the Friday evening, March 12, 2021, at the Jane and Bill Naval Flight Surgeons, Space Medicine Branch Northwest to manage the company’s nuclear energy Purple Heart. While in the mili- Warner Hospice Center for Caring in Fernandina – Aerospace Medical Association, International activities at U.S. Department of Energy sites in tary, he attended William and Mary Beach. Society of Air Safety Investigators, American College Idaho and Washington state. He retired as a vice University in Virginia. He was born Jan. 19, 1932, in of Occupational Medicine, American College of president of Westinghouse in 1996. Dr. Ermold After being honorably discharged from the Army, Hartford, Conn., the oldest son of Physicians (Designated Fellow), American College completed his professional career at the Battelle he worked in Iran and Seattle, Wash. He then relo- the late Frank E. Dully and Monica of Preventive Medicine (Designated Fellow), U.S. Memorial Institute, where he managed important cated to Fernandina Beach, Fla., where he resided (Cooney) Dully. Dr. Dully attended Naval Institute, Naval Aviation Museum Foundation, national security programs in Columbus, Ohio, and for more than 30 years. During that time, he was an St. Thomas the Apostle School of Flight Safety Foundation and others. at the Pacific Northwest National Lab in Richland, engineer at Kings Bay Submarine Base in Georgia. West Hartford, Conn., before high In retirement, Dr. Dully loved devoting time to Wash. He retired from Battelle in 2003. While living in Fernandina Beach, Tim became a school, graduated from the Loomis his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, grandnieces Len’s partner for much of his professional career well-respected member of the community, beloved School in Windsor, Conn., in 1950, and grandnephews, related by blood or marriage. and retirement was his wife of 41 years, Patricia J. by all his many friends. and attended college at Holy Cross College in He also had many interests and hobbies, engen- (Pittard) Ermold. He is survived by Pat; his three He is preceded in death by his parents. Worcester, Mass., graduating in 1954. Dr. Dully dering friendships with those who might share his children, Leonard F. Ermold III, Robert C. Ermold He leaves behind his brother, Richard Mullin; then completed medical school at Georgetown interests near and far. He built several ship models and Lynne E. Huston (Steve), of his first marriage to children, Christopher Mullin, and his wife, Kim, University’s School of Medicine in 1958, a medi- now exhibited in museums, winning awards and Ruth E. (Hawkins) Smith; five grandchildren; three Andrew Mullin, and his wife, Andrea, and Brendan cal internship at the District of Columbia General magazine publication for the quality of his work, and great-grandchildren; his brother, Ronald Ermold Mullin; grandchildren, Marley Mae Mullin, Dominic Hospital 1958-59, and a residency in family practice many family members and friends are proud owners (Joanne); and an extended family of Pat’s five chil- Mullin and Charlee Mullin; niece, Taylor Mullin; and at Bridgeport Hospital in Bridgeport, Conn., in 1960. of his scale ship models. Dr. Dully’s interest in U.S. dren and their families. He was predeceased by his Tim’s fiancée, Marty Fant. He then entered private practice in Shelton, Conn., Naval aviation, ships, medicine and U.S. history was brother, Donald Ermold (Carole). Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Saturday, March deciding in 1964 after four years of practice to join lifelong. Though retired, he remained active in the Dr. Ermold dedicated his life to his family, his 20, 2021, in the Burgess Chapel of Oxley-Heard the U.S. Navy. active and retired Navy aerospace medicine com- country and the Christian church. He was a devoted Funeral Directors. Dr. Dully was commissioned initially as a lieuten- munity for some time, and is fondly remembered student of the Bible, a good Lutheran/Presbyterian His family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until ant in the U.S. Navy Medical Corps, serving aboard by his many colleagues and former USN Flight who held numerous leadership positions in churches the hour of the service at the funeral home. the USS Power (DD-839) as the squadron medi- Surgeon students for his leadership and impact on throughout the country, and a committed Christian Tim will be laid to rest in Arlington National cal officer for U.S. Navy Atlantic Fleet Destroyer naval aerospace medicine, related aviation safety servant to the community. His wife, children, Cemetery. Squadron 14 from 1964-65. In 1965, he was pro- topics, programs and associations. extended family and friends will remember Len as Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors moted to lieutenant commander in the U.S. Navy Dr. Dully was predeceased by sisters, Ann, and a hard worker with a gentle touch; a person whose Medical Corps, and became a flight surgeon fol- identical twins, Jean and Joan. ambition allowed him to achieve the higher things lowing completion of initial training at the Naval He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Rebecca in life – decency, truthfulness, honor, steadfastness Stanley G. Potter Sr. Aerospace Medical Institute in Pensacola, Fla. Dr. (Akers) Dully; brother, Robert (Sally) of Huntington, and a caring and committed child of God. Stanley G. Potter Sr., 92, passed away peacefully Dully then served tours as the senior medical offi- Conn.; daughters, Dr. Kathleen Dully, commander There will be a memorial service planned for a at his home Sunday, March 14, 2021, in Fernandina cer on the USS Hornet (CVS-12) from 1966-68, in the U.S. Navy Medical Corps (ret.) of Jacksonville, later date. Beach, Fla. and at the Naval Air Station Glynco in Brunswick, Fla., Ann (Stan) Borowiec of Summit, N.J., Margaret Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors He was born Sept. 23, 1928, in Orange, N.J., to Ga., from 1968-69. He was then promoted to com- Long of Richmond, Va., Nancy Dully of Pensacola, the late Joseph Potter and Mabel mander, completing a master’s degree in public Fla., and Tammy Dully of Pensacola; son, David Harper. He grew up in Bloomfield, health at the University of California (Berkeley) Dully (Christal) of Fernandina Beach; grandchildren, Rosa Marie Johnson N.J., and left school to join the U.S. School of Public Health from 1969-70. He was a resi- Eric Gibbs of Clovis, Calif., Christine (Mike) Hodge Ms. Rosa Marie Johnson was born Aug. 3, 1965, Army. After serving as a techni- dent in Aerospace Medicine at the Naval Aerospace of Roseville, Calif., Kasia Borowiec of New York in Fernandina Beach, Fla., to Barbara Ann Reed cian fifth grade in the Army, he met Medical Institute in Pensacola, Fla., from 1970-72, City, Mary Borowiec (Nadiv) of San Francisco, Calif., Johnson and Willie Lee Johnson Jr., who have since and married his sweetheart of three and senior medical officer on the USS Enterprise Elizabeth Borowiec of Washington, D.C., Matthew passed. Rosa, better known as years, Lucy Jane Raue, on June 16, (CVAN-65), U.S. Pacific Fleet, from 1972-74. Dr. Long of Richmond, Va., and Caylin Bancells of “Rosie,” was the fourth child of that 1951. He began working, becom- Dully was promoted to captain in the U.S. Navy Pensacola; great-grandchildren, Sara, Theo and union. Rosa confessed Christ at an ing highly skilled with Brown and Marine Corps, serving as director of training at the Maverick; beloved nieces, nephews, grandnieces, early age at Elm Street Church of Sharpe screw machines. He became a foreman at Naval Aerospace Medical Institute from 1974-77, grandnephews, great-grandnieces; surviving Akers God, where she was baptized. She his job in West Milford, N.J. God blessed them with and later served as wing surgeon for First Marine family members and their spouses; and Akers fam- attended schools in Fernandina five, beautiful children in their home there. They Aircraft Wing, Fleet Marine Force, U.S. Pacific ily children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Beach and received her educa- were further blessed with nine grandchildren and Fleet, in Okinawa, Japan, from 1977-78; force medi- Services and interment will be held at a later date tion in the Nassau County School 19 great-grandchildren. They remember him as a cal officer for the Naval Air Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet following the COVID-19 pandemic in Connecticut. District system. Later in life, Rosa went into the loving, godly, kind and humorous Dad who always in San Diego, Calif., from 1978-1982; commanding The family sincerely requests that Dr. Dully’s life restaurant industry and medical field for her love of encouraged them to move along to pursue their officer at the Naval Aerospace Medical Institute and family be honored through donations in lieu people and cooking and her nurturing spirit. dreams in learning a skill and always keeping God from 1982-85; and command physician and instruc- of flowers by mail to the CHPC Warner Center, In her community, Rosa was known as the one to in their lives. tor in aviation safety, Naval Post Graduate School 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32237, or comfort others in their time of need – from cooking Stanley loved traveling and camping with the in Monterey, Calif., from 1985-87. Dr. Dully retired online at www.communityhospice.com/give with and cleaning, being a listening ear, and even opening family while still doing some woodworking. He as a captain in the U.S. Navy in 1987. the designation field “Jane and Bill Warner Center up her home. She will be greatly remembered as the greatly enjoyed playing his harmonica, which he Dr. Dully was a licensed physician and surgeon for Caring.” To offer online condolences please visit “rock,” “glue” and “backbone” of the community. was very skilled at since he was 9 years old. He in Connecticut and California. He was certified as a www.eternintyfh.com. Rosa leaves to cherish her memories her two played on stage with a Hank Williams impersonator naval flight surgeon by the U.S. Navy and was certi- children, Angel Phynon of Houston, Texas, and in Branson, Mo. They even offered him a job there. fied in aerospace medicine by the American Board Jhania Williams of Fernandina Beach; one devoted He also played the harmonica at nursing homes with of Preventive Medicine. Leonard F. Ermold Jr. bonus child, Andrina Quarterman of Fernandina Lucy singing along with him. Dr. Dully’s military awards include the Leonard F. Ermold Jr., a longtime resident of Beach; three grandchildren, Tre’von Phynon, Stanley was also an active member, along with Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal, Air Amelia Island, died Thursday, March 11, 2021, at Taryn Phynon and Layla Frazier; five siblings, Willie his wife, teaching Sunday school, doing music Medal for action in the Vietnam War (two), Navy the age of 81. Johnson III (Von), Ronald Johnson (Earnestine), and was active with the Couples Club. He was a Commendation Medal (two), Vietnam Honor Len was born Dec. 5, 1939, Stephanie Johnson, Toral Grimmage and Randy deacon at Echo Lake Baptist Church in West Medal – First Class, Meritorious Unit Citation, to Leonard F. Ermold Sr. and Ida Johnson (Robin); a special group of friends, Patricia Milford, N.J. Navy Unit Citation, and six Theatre Ribbons. He Nevin Ermold in Philadelphia, Johnson, Cassandra Manning, Irma Drummond and He leaves behind his wife, Lucy, waiting to be also logged 2,200 military flight hours. Dr. Dully Pa., his hometown from boy- family, Deborah Webb Scott and family, and Darlene caught up and joined with him to God in His timing was a proud Vietnam veteran, and one of his proud- hood through his college years. Roberts; and a host of deeply loved relatives and for her. He also leaves his son, Stanley Jr., and his est achievements following his military career was He graduated from Central High friends. wife, Kate, of Yulee, Fla.; son, Gordon of Ft. Collins, being a recipient of the Captain Robert E. Mitchell School in Philadelphia in 1957 and The funeral service for Rosa Marie Johnson will Colo.; daughter, Debbie, and her husband, Garry, of Lifetime Achievement Award, awarded by his peers, studied mechanical engineering at Drexel Institute be 1 p.m. Saturday, March 20, 2021, at the Bosque Charlotte, N.C.; son, Glenn of Fernandina Beach; “For outstanding achievements in the field of Naval of Technology. After earning a Bachelor of Science Bello Cemetery, 1320 N. 14th Street in Fernandina son, Daryl of Fernandina Beach; nine grandchildren; Aerospace and Operational Medicine during his long degree from Drexel (1962), Len was accepted Beach. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. today at Funerals and 19 great-grandchildren. and distinguished years of government service.” into Virginia Polytechnical Institute’s engineering by T.S. Warden, 410 Beech St. in Fernandina Beach. Services to celebrate his life will be 11 a.m. Following retirement from the U.S. Navy, Dr. mechanics graduate program in Blacksburg, Va. In Interment in Bosque Bello Cemetery. Please sign Tuesday, March 23, 2021, at Anchor Church of God Dully continued his career as a consultant to the just three years, he was awarded both a Master the family guest book and view the video tribute at in Callahan, Fla. aviation industry in human factors, lecturer in aero- of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degree – an www.tswarden.com. Donation may be made in his memory to Water medical aspects of aviation safety, field associate pro- extraordinary accomplishment. Arrangements in care of Tyrone S. Warden, for Life in India, Fernandina Beach Fire Rescue or fessor of aviation safety, consultant in aviation medi- After graduation, Len entered active duty in FDIC, 410 Beech St. in Fernandina Beach. Jews for Jesus. cine with the University of Southern California’s the U.S. Army, serving as a professor at the U.S. Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors Institute of Safety and Systems Management in Los Military Academy in West Point, N.Y. He completed Angeles and San Bernardino, Calif.; and consultant his active-duty service June 1968, having achieved Timothy Davis Mullin in aviation physiology and human factors in the the rank of captain and being awarded the Army Timothy Davis Mullin, of Fernandina Beach, Fla., DEATH NOTICE cockpit to Northwest Aerospace Training Corp. in Commendation Medal for Meritorious Service. At passed away Thursday, March 11, 2021. Eagan, Minn. this time, Len began a highly successful 28-year Tim was born Nov. 26, 1944, in Washington, Coley Junior Strickland, 83, of Callahan, Fla., In addition to being a respected medical doctor career at Westinghouse Electric Co. in Pittsburgh, D.C., to Thomas and Louise Mullin. He grew up passed away Wednesday, March 17, 2021, at his throughout his career, Dr. Dully spoke frequently Pa. His career at Westinghouse was marked by con- on the North Shore of Chicago. After graduation, home. Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors

WEEKLY UPDATE Barnabas to host food distribution events Mt. Olive Road in Kings Ferry. starting an open seed library. For information about available assistance from Barnabas, The library branch is asking residents to donate unused veg- The Barnabas Center will host food distribution events call 904-261-7000, visit www.BarnabasNassau.org or follow etable seeds in original packages to share with others. throughout the month of February. Barnabas helps residents in Barnabas’ Facebook page. For information, contact the Yulee branch at 904-530-6500, need and offers services to Nassau County residents with low option 6, or visit 76346 William Burgess Blvd. to moderate incomes. The food assistance is a three-day supply Auxiliary hosting online fundraiser of food per household that might include produce, dairy, meat Baptist Medical Center Nassau Auxiliary is hosting an online Hazardous waste collection set for April and nonperishable items. Barnabas Center’s Food Pantry, 1303 fundraiser through March 26. The auxiliary is selling $5 jewelry, Keep Nassau Beautiful and Nassau County Solid Waste Jasmine St., Suite 101, in Fernandina Beach, is open 10 a.m.- accessories and items for families. All proceeds will benefit the Management will host a free household hazardous waste col- noon Tuesday through Friday. auxiliary. Those interested in purchasing items can visit store. lection for Nassau County residents 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, Barnabas Center’s mobile food distribution are: masqueradefundraising.com. April 17, at the Nassau County Road Department, 86200 Gene 9-11 a.m. March 20 at Greater Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, Lasserre Blvd. in Yulee. 45031 Historical Lane in Callahan. Library collecting unused vegetable seeds Aerosol cans, batteries, used cooking oil, computers, cor- 10 a.m.-noon March 25 at Mt. Olive Baptist Church, 49167 The Nassau County Public Library System’s Yulee branch is rosives, electronics, fertilizers, fluorescent bulbs, gasoline, cleaners, insecticides, lubricants, oil filters, paint/paint thinners, r r solvents, pesticides, pool chemicals, propane tanks and televi- 12/30/1942 - 3/20/2020 sions will be accepted. A non-perishable canned food drive for Barnabas Food Gilbert (Mr. Gill) Pantry will also be held. La FLora Mission For information and directions to the event, visit www.keep- CREMATORIUM McDowell nassaubeautiful.org/news-and-events/ or call 904-261-0165. One year since Gill has passed. NassauTRANSIT revises transit schedule Anyone who knew him or loved NassauTRANSIT, Nassau County’s public transportation Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034 him or if he touched your life in system, has announced a change to its Monday through Friday any way, please take a moment public transit schedule. Effective April 1, direct public transit (904) 261-3644 to remember him. service between Nassau County and Jacksonville will be dis- continued. This change is for public transit service only. Door-to- Nassau County’s Only Crematorium In my heart always, Arlyse door paratransit service, including between Nassau County and Jacksonville, is not affected. Nassau Express Select, which connects Yulee and The News-Leader is published every Wednesday and Friday by The Fernandina Beach News-Leader, Fernandina Beach with downtown Jacksonville, and the Island 511 Ash Street, P.O. Box 16766, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034. Periodicals postage paid at Fernandina Hopper, which operates throughout Fernandina Beach, are not Beach, Fla. (USPS 189-900) ISSN# 0163-4011. Reproductions of the contents of this publication in whole or affected by this change. in part without written permission from the publisher are prohibited. The revised public transportation schedule will soon be avail- POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: News-Leader, P.O. Box 16766, Fernandina Beach, FL 32035. 1235 S. 10th Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 The News-Leader may only be sold by persons or businesses authorized by the publisher or circulation able at www.nassautransit.org. (904) 261-3696 Fax 261-3698 director. Contact NassauTRANSIT at 904-261-0700 for more informa- Website for email addresses: NOTICE TO ADVERTISERS: The News-Leader assumes no financial responsibility for typographi- tion. cal errors in advertising. When notified promptly, the part of the advertisement in which the typographical Operated by Nassau County Council on Aging since fbnewsleader.com error appears will be reprinted. All advertising is subject to the approval of the publisher. The News-Leader reserves the right to correctly classify, edit or delete any objectionable wording or reject the advertisement 1984, NassauTRANSIT is regulated by the Federal Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in its entirety at any time prior to scheduled publication if it is determined that the advertisement or any part Transit Administration through the Florida Department of Monday through Friday thereof is contrary to the general standard of advertising acceptance. Transportation.

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✼ ✿❀ ✽✹✷✼❇ ❉✽❊❀❋✷●❀✷✼ ✻ ❃ ❍✸ ■❋✹✺❀✷✼ ❃✼❀❈✸❋✺ ✽✾

✽✷✼✻✷✹❀ ✻✷ ■❀❋■❀✼✹✻✼❇❑ ✸✷ ✺ ❈❀ ■❋✽❊✻✺❀ ✼ ✿❀ ❏❀❊❀❏

✼ ✿❀ ■✹❁❏✻ ✾✹✷✺❃ ❀ ✷✼❋✹❃✼❀✺ ✼✽ ✻✼❑▲ ✸✽❋✺✻✷❉ ✼ ✽ ▼✽✷

✽✾ ❃❀❋❊✻❀ ✼ ✿✸✼ ✽✹❋ ✽✷❃✼✻✼✹❀ ✷✼❃ ✻✼✻ ❀ ✷❃ ✺❀❃❀❋❊❀

♦

❲ ✿ ✻✼❀ ❃✻ ✺❀ ❃ ✽✾ ◆✹ ❋❊ ✻ ❃❑ ❖❋✸ ❇ ✸ ✷ ✺ ❅ ✽ ❑ ✸ ❀ ❋✼ ✻ ✾✻❀ ✺

✸ ✷ ✺ ✺❀ ❃ ✻ ❋ ❀ ❑ ▲ ❅ ✽✹ ✷ ✼ ❇ ✸ ✷ ✸ ❉ ❀ ❋ ❚✸ ✽ ◆ ✽ ■❀ ❃✸ ✻ ✺

✐

■✹❁❏✻ ✸✽✹✷✼✻✷❉ ✾✻❋●❃

❈ ✿❀✷ ✼ ✿❀ ✷✸ ●❀✺ ✼ ✿❀ ❀ ●■❏ ✽❇❀❀❃ ❈ ✿✽ ❈❀❋❀ ❋❀ ❞

❲✿✻✼❀❃✻✺❀❃ ■❋❀❃❀✷✼❀✺ ✼ ✿❀ ❋❀❃✹❏✼❃ ✽✾ ✼✿❀ ◗❘◗❘

✽❉✷✻ ❀ ✺

✸✹ ✺✻✼ ✼ ✽ ✼ ✿❀ ❛✽✸❋ ✺ ✽✾ ❅✽✹✷✼❇ ❅✽●●✻❃❃✻✽✷❀❋❃ ✸✼

❙✺❈✸❋✺ ❝ ✻ ✺❀✷ ✸ ✷✺ ❧✸●❀❃ ❱❈❀✸✼ ✽✾ ✼ ✿❀ ❱ ✽❏ ✻✺

✻✼ ❃ ❲❀✺✷❀❃✺✸❇ ●❀❀✼ ✻✷❉❑ ✻ ❃❃✹✻ ✷❉ ✸ ✷ ❍ ✹ ✷ ●✽✺✻ ✾✻❀✺

❲✸❃✼❀ ❝❀ ■✸❋✼●❀✷✼ ❯❈✿✽ ❈❀❋❀ ✷✽✼ ■❋❀❃❀✷✼❳ ❈❀❋❀

✽■✻✷✻✽✷ ✾✽❋ ✼ ✿❀ ✽✹✷✼❇▲

✸ ❂ ✷ ✽❈ ❏ ❀ ✺❉ ❀ ✺ ❁ ❇ ◆✹ ❁ ❏ ✻ ❲ ✽❋ ❂ ❃ ❝ ✻ ❋ ❀ ✼ ✽❋ ❝ ✽✹ ❉

❚✿❀ ❋❀■✽❋✼ ✾✽✹✷✺ ●✽✷❀❇ ✾❋✽● ✼ ✿❀ ❅✽❋✽✷✸❊✻❋✹❃

◆✽✺✻✸❂ ❨✻❋❀ ❅✿✻❀✾ ❛❋✸✺❇ ▼✻❉✺✽✷ ❋❀✽❉✷✻ ❀ ✺

❆✻✺❑ ▼❀❏ ✻❀✾ ✸ ✷✺ ❙✽✷✽●✻ ❯❅❆▼❙❱❳ ❱❀✹❋ ✻✼❇ ❆✼

❖❋❀❉✽❋❇ ❨✽✽✼❀ ✽✾ ✼ ✿❀ ❨✻❋❀ ▼❀ ❃✹❀ ❝❀■✸❋✼●❀✷✼ ✾✽❋

❉❋✸✷✼❀✺ ✼ ✽ ✼✿❀ ✽✹✷✼❇ ❈✸❃ ✼✸❂❀✷ ✸❋❀ ✽✾ ■❋✽■❀❋❏❇

✿✻❃ ❇❀✸❋❃ ✽✾ ❃❀❋❊✻❀

✸ ✷✺ ✿✸✺ ✷✽ ✻❃❃✹❀ ❃ ❨✽❋ ✼ ✿❀ ❇❀✸❋❑ ✼✿❀ ✽✹✷✼❇ ✿✸✺

❜✷ ✽✼✿❀❋ ❁✹❃✻✷❀❃❃❑ ✼✿❀ ❛❴❅❅♠

✸ ❁✽✹✼ ❩❬❭❪ ●✻❏❏✻ ✽✷ ✽✾ ✽❏❏❀✼✻✽✷❃ ✻✷ ❋❀❊❀✷✹❀ ❃❑ ✹ ■

⑧ ❆■■❋✽❊❀✺ ✼✿❀ ❋❀✸■■✽✻✷✼●❀✷✼ ✽✾ ❝❋ ❛ ▼✽❁❀❋✼

✸❁✽✹✼ ❩❫ ●✻❏❏✻✽✷ ✾❋✽● ✼✿❀ ■❋❀❊✻✽✹❃ ❇❀✸❋ ❚✿❀❋❀ ❈✸❃

◆✻❀✼✸❂ ✾✽❋ ❝✻❃✼❋✻✼ ❨✽✹❋ ❜✷✼❀❋✻● ❀✺✻✸❏ ❙①✸●✻✷❀❋♥

✐

✸ ❩ ◗ ● ✻❏❏✻✽✷ ✺❀❋❀✸❃❀ ✻✷ ✼✿❀ ✼✽✹❋ ✻❃✼ ✺❀❊❀❏✽■●❀✷✼

⑧ ❆✹✼✿✽❋✻ ❀✺ ✼✿❀ ✹❃❀ ✽✾ ❩◗❘❑❘❘❘ ✾❋✽● ✼✿❀ ❅❋✻●❀

✼✸ ① ❋❀ ❊❀ ✷✹❀ ❃ ✺✹❀ ❅❴ ❵❜❝ ❞❬ ❡ ■✸✷ ✺❀ ● ✻ ❅✽✹ ✷✼ ❇

❙ ✻✼✽✾✿✿❀❁ ❂ ❃ ❄✿❄

◆❋❀❊❀✷✼✻✽✷ ❚❋✹❃✼ ❨✹✷✺ ✼✽ ❁❀ ✺✽✷✸✼❀✺ ✼✽ ✼✿❀ ❨✸●✻❏❇

❀①■❀✷❃❀❃ ✾✽❋ ✼✿❀ ❇❀✸❋ ❈❀❋❀ ❩❬◗ ●✻❏❏✻✽✷❑ ✸ ❩❬❡ ●✻❏❞

❢

❅❆❇❉❊ ❋ ●❆❍■ ❍❏❑ ▲ ▼◆❖❊ ◗▼ ❏ ❘ ❚❉❯❱❊❉❑❱❊ ❲❆❱❊❱ ❏❯❊ ❯ ❚❱ ❍❏❏❅❍❳ ❍❅❑❉❯ ❆❱❲ ▼❆❯ ❯▼ ❯ ❚❱ ❨❍❊❊ ❍❅

❄✹❋✼✹❋ ✻✷❉ ❅❀✷✼❀❋♥

❏ ✻✽✷ ✻ ✷❋❀✸❃❀ ✽❊❀❋ ✼ ✿❀ ■✸❃✼ ❇❀✸❋ ❚✿❀ ✻✷❋❀✸❃❀ ❈✸❃

▲ ▼ ❅ ❏❯■ ❩▼ ❍❆❑ ▼ ❬ ▲ ▼ ❅ ❏❯■ ▲▼ ❭❭❉❊❊❉▼ ❏❱❆❊◆

⑧ ❆■■❋✽❊❀✺ ✸ ✽✷✼❋✸✼ ✸✷✺ ❋❀♣✹✻❃✻✼✻✽✷ ✾✽❋

✺✹❀ ■❋✻●✸❋✻❏❇ ✼✽ ✷❀❈ ❋✽✸✺ ■❋✽ ❀✼❃ ✸✷ ✺ ✸✺✺✻✼✻✽✷✸❏

❣

❆❃■✿✸❏✼ ❱❀❋❊ ✻❀❃ ✼ ✽ ◆❋❀✾❀❋❋❀✺ ✸✼❀❋ ✻✸❏❃❑ ❜✷ ✻✷

✐ ❅❴❵❜❝❞❬❡ ✽❃✼❃

✼✿❀ ✸● ✽✹✷✼ ✽✾ ❩ ✈ ◗❑✈❫❭♥

❢ ❆❃ ✽✾ ❱❀■✼ ❫❘❑ ◗❘◗❘❑ ❲✿✻✼❀❃✻✺❀❃ ❃✸✻✺❑ ❄✸ ❃❃✸✹

❃❇❃✼❀● ❈✻✼✿ ●✽❋❀ ✼ ✿✸✷ ❫❘ ❏✸❇❀❋❃

❁✽✸❋✺❑ ✸✷✺ ❀✸✿ ✽✾ ✼✿❀ ✽✷❃✼✻✼✹✼ ✻✽✷✸❏ ✽✾✾✻❀❋❃❑ ✸ ✷✺

⑧ ❆■■❋✽❊❀✺ ✼✿❀ ❅✽❋✽✷✸❊✻❋✹❃ ❙●❀❋❉❀✷❇

❅✽✹✷✼❇ ✿✸❃ ✸❁✽✹✼ ❩❬❡ ❘ ●✻❏❏✻✽✷ ✽✾ ✽❁❏✻❉✸✼✻✽✷❃ ✾✽❋

✻ ❂ ✽① ❃✸ ✻ ✺ ✽✹ ✷✼ ❇ ❃ ✼✽✼✸❏ ■❋✽■❀❋✼❇ ●✸❋❂❀✼

❥ ❤

❈❀ ✾✽✹✷✺ ✼✿✸✼ ✼ ✿❀❇ ✸❋❀ ✸■■❋✽■❋✻✸✼❀ ✸✷✺ ✾✹✷✼✻✽✷✻✷❉

❱✹ ■ ■❏ ❀ ●❀ ✷✼ ✸ ❏ ❨✹ ✷ ✺ ✻ ✷ ❉ ✽ ✸ ❏ ▼ ❀ ❃ ✻ ✺✹ ✸❏ ❨✹ ✷ ✺✻ ✷❉

■✸ ❃✼ ❀ ● ■❏ ✽ ❇❀ ❀ ❁ ❀ ✷ ❀ ✾ ✻✼ ❃ ✽❋ ❁ ✽ ✷ ✺ ✻ ❃ ❃✹ ✸ ✷ ❀ ❃ ❍ ✽❋

❊✸❏✹❀ ✻ ✷ ◗❘◗❘ ❈✸❃ ❩❬❪❑❪✈❪❑❪❫❪❑✈❬❬❑ ✽✾ ❈ ✿✻✿ ✼✿❀

✽❋❋❀✼❏❇▲

❆■■❏✻✸✼✻✽✷♥

✼ ✿✻✷❉❃ ✽✾ ✼✿✸✼ ✷✸✼✹❋❀ ✼✿✸✼ ✸❋❀ ❉✽✻✷❉ ✼✽ ✿✸❊❀ ✼ ✽ ❁❀

✼✸①✸❁❏❀ ❊✸❏✹❀ ❯✼✿❀ ✸❃❃❀❃❃❀✺ ❊✸❏✹❀ ●✻✷✹❃ ❀①❀●■❞

❅✽✹✷✼❇ ◆❋✽■❀❋✼❇ ❆■■❋✸✻❃❀❋ ✻❂❀ ✻❂✽① ❉✸❊❀ ✸

✐ ❥

⑧ ❆✹ ✼ ✿ ✽❋ ✻ ❀✺ ✸✷ ✸■■❏✻✸✼✻✽✷ ✾✽❋ ❅✽❋✽✷✸❊✻❋✹❃

❃✸✼✻❃✾✻❀✺ ✻✷ ✼✿❀ ✾✹✼✹❋❀▲

✼✻✽✷❃❳ ❈✸❃ ❩❬ ❘❑❬ ❭❑❦ ❭❑◗ ❫ ❚✿❀ ✷❀❈ ✽✷❃✼❋✹✼✻✽✷

❢ ❢ ❢

■❋❀❃❀✷✼✸✼✻✽✷ ✼✽ ✽●●✻❃❃✻✽✷❀❋❃ ✸❁✽✹✼ ✿✻❃ ✽✾✾✻❀ ❃ ✽❁

❤ ❣

❙●❀❋❉❀✷❇ ❱✹■■❏❀●❀✷✼✸❏ ❨✹✷✺✻✷❉ ✾✽❋ ✸✹✺✻✽❞❊✻❃✹✸❏

❍❯ ❚✿✻❃ ✻❃❳ ✼ ✿❀ ✿✻❉✿❀❃✼ ❏❀❊❀❏ ✽✾ ✸ ❃❃✹❋✸✷❀ ✼ ✿✸✼

✼✸①✸❁❏❀ ❊✸❏✹❀ ✻✷ ◗❘◗❘ ❈✸❃ ❩ ❫❫❪❑ ❘❭ ❑ ❫❭❘

❢

✼✽ ✸■■❋✸✻❃❀ ✸❁✽✹✼ ❪ ❫❑❘❘❘ ❋❀✸❏ ❀ ❃✼✸✼❀ ■❋✽■❀❋✼✻❀❃ ✸ ✷✺

❀♣✹✻■●❀✷✼ ✾✽❋ ✼✿❀ ❙●❀❋❉❀✷❇ ❴ ■❀❋✸✼✻✽✷❃ ❅❀✷✼❀❋♥

✸ ✷ ✸✹ ✺✻✼ ✾✻❋● ✸✷ ■❋✽❊✻✺❀ ✽✷ ✸ ✽✹✷✼❇ ❃ ✾✻✷✸✷✻✸❏

❤

❍ ❚✿❀❋❀ ✸❋❀ ❫❭ ✿✽✼❀❏❃ ✻✷ ✼✿❀ ✽✹✷✼❇❑ ✸ ✷✺ ❈❀ ✸❋❀

✸❏●✽❃✼ ❫❑❘❘❘ ✼✸✷❉✻❁❏❀ ■❀❋❃✽✷✸❏ ■❋✽■❀❋✼❇ ✸✽✹✷✼❃ ✻✷

⑧ ❱❀✼ ✸ ✽✻✷✼ ●❀❀✼✻✷❉ ❈✻✼✿ ✼✿❀ ❄✸❃❃✸✹ ❅✽✹✷✼❇

❣ ❃✼✸✼✹❃❑▲ ❲✿✻✼❀❃✻✺❀❃ ❃✸✻✺ ❍ ❜✼ ●❀✸✷❃ ✼✿✸✼ ❈❀ ✿✸❊❀

❉✽✻✷❉ ✼ ✽ ❃❀❀ ✸ ❊✸❏✹❀ ❏ ✽❃❃ ❈ ✻✼✿ ● ✽❃✼ ✽✾ ✼✿✽❃❀ ✿✽✼❀❏ ❃

❄✸❃❃✸✹ ❅✽✹✷✼❇ ✾✽❋ ✼✸① ■✹❋ ■✽❃❀❃❑ ✸ ✺●✻✷✻❃✼❀❋ ●✽❋❀

❱✿✽✽❏ ❛✽✸❋✺ ✾✽❋ ❦ ■● ❧✹✷❀ ◗◗ ✻✷ ✸✼ ❧✸●❀❃ ❱ ◆✸❉❀

✽✷✺✹✼❀✺ ✽✹❋ ✼❀❃✼✻✷❉❑ ✸ ✷✺ ❈❀ ✿✸❊❀ ❏ ✽✽❂❀✺ ✸✼ ✼ ✿❀

✼ ✿ ✻ ❃ ❇❀✸ ❋ ❁❀ ✸ ✹ ❃❀ ✼ ✿❀ ❇ ❈❀ ❋ ❀ ❃✿ ✹ ✼ ✺ ✽❈ ✷ ✺✹❋ ✻ ✷❉

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NOISE music scene. But at least half of the speakers “I have The Boat House on one side, Joe’s come into play in terms of coming up with what Continued from page 1 were professional musicians, whose livelihood (2nd Street Bistro) and (PJD’s) on one side and is an appropriate decibel measurement, because went through a similar situation when he lived in depends on performing in the city. They said the Turtle behind me,” she said. “I don’t have any a decibel that is too low in consideration of ambi- another state and has a decibel meter he used in their profession is only beginning to recover from issues with live music. I have issues with how ent background urban city noise of our area could that situation. He said he was neither in favor nor the shutdown of venues due to the coronavirus loud it is. I’m a nurse. I have to go to work, so for also be overly restrictive and ultimately deemed opposed to the use of a decibel meter, but cau- pandemic, and the enforcement of what they me that’s been the biggest issue. I take exception unconstitutional.” tioned that the results can be manipulated. called a subjective noise ordinance is another to people that aren’t living in my circumstances Mayor Mike Lednovich said he spoke with “What you can do with a noise meter is set it blow. telling me that I should just suck it up, deal with the manager of the Hampton Inn, which is across up and record, for 24 hours,” he explained. “You Musician Amy Pickery said she has played in it, five and six days a week until 10 or 11 at night. the street from The Boat House. He said the put a microphone next to it, which records ambi- St. Augustine “for years,” and she is in favor of a They don’t have to live my life. They can come manager said the music from The Boat House is a ent noise, and then if they’re above that ambient decibel level limit. inside and get away from the music, or they can problem for hotel guests. noise level on the decibel meter, that’s prima “(St. Augustine has) limits that starts at 10 go home. I don’t have that option.” “Should The Boat House thrive and the fascia evidence that they’re in violation. You’d be p.m. that amplified sound cannot be over 65 The commissioners said they received feed- Hampton Inn suffer?” Lednovich asked. “The surprised at how low the decibel meters noise is decibels, 10 p.m. until 7 a.m. Any time other than back from constituents about the noise ordinance. downtown is an ecosystem comprised of resi- allowable. Basically, it is to the detriment of a lot that, it’s 75 decibels,” Pickery said. She read from Ross read an email from one who said he lives in dents, businesses, restaurants and live music. of these establishments. I’m not saying it’s good; the St. Augustine ordinance. “‘The decibel level the Historic District. One part affects the other parts. What we have I’m not saying it’s bad. I’m saying it’s objective. If is to be measured from the property line of the “Patrons of the local bars who drive home to solve here, without being too intrusive, is how you go through the metering and calibration and source of the sound that is closest to the property to other parts of the island or the county at the do we create harmony among all the parts. The all that, that’s where the attorneys make their of the complaining party,’” she read. “It doesn’t end of the evening don’t seem to appreciate the only objective criterion is a sound meter, because money – they argue over whether it’s calibrated give feet, it doesn’t give yards. It just says the impact of those of us who go to sleep here every otherwise, it’s the person’s ear. I think the sound or not.” Ross added Fernandina Beach Police closest line of property to wherever the person night,” the email read. “I implore you to implant meter is the way to go. Chief James Hurley has said and told the News- complaining is.” a noise ordinance that is reasonable, measurable “What’s problematic are the legal chal- Leader he is not in favor of an ordinance that uses She added that she has played professionally and enforceable.” lenges to sound meters because you get lawyers a decibel level. for 23 years and has only in the past two weeks Nicole Jamieson is the attorney representing involved who will say, ‘Who certified this sound Commissioners discussed the noise ordi- been cited for a noise complaint – while she was The Boat House in its efforts to fight the noise meter, who calibrated this sound meter? Who was nance with at least 100 people standing in front playing at The Boat House. ordinance citations. She called the ordinance trained to set up the sound meter? Who was cer- of the windows, waving signs in support of “As it is right now, it’s unconstitutional, the “unconstitutional.” tified to download the recording? What were the venues, music and musicians. While there is no wording of the current noise ordinance,” Pickery “It’s all about striking a balance of rea- atmospheric conditions at the time of the viola- public comment taken at workshops, at the City said. “It’s unfair, unreasonable, and there are sonableness, what works best,” Jamieson tions? What are the hardscape reflective qualities Commission meeting following the workshop, only one or two people who are constantly com- said. “Reasonableness is in fact one of the that surround?’ You have these problems trying more than a dozen speakers spoke. Almost all plaining, because they don’t particularly like live Constitutional considerations. Is there a com- to enforce it. I do think we need a metric, regard- the speakers were in favor of having a law that music, or they live right downtown and there are pelling governmental interest in regulating the less of the legalities. We need a metric, and we uses a decibel meter instead of a “plainly audi- three music venues on each side of their house.” peace and quiet of a downtown area? Sure. But, can say to people, this is the level.” ble” standard. One of the people complaining, who spoke at the you have to do so in the least restrictive means City Attorney Tammi Bach told the commis- The speakers referred to the overall culture meeting, is Annette Acosta. She said her family possible to achieve that objective. I am audible in sion she would bring a noise ordinance to the of Fernandina Beach and said live music is part has lived in her home on Second Street since my plain voice more than 100 feet away. So, 100 April 6 meeting that includes language about a and parcel of downtown. Some said they moved 1944, and its unique location makes her particu- feet is an effective ban on all outdoor live music in decibel meter. to the city specifically to be a part of the live larly susceptible to loud music. the city, and the same considerations are going to [email protected]

E-BIKES on my eighth lic their notice,” and that while District for a grant for the pur- meeting as he supports it, having a fourth chase of 16 mooring balls and ▼ WHAT DO YOU THINK? Continued from page 1 a city com- reading will require public notice, dredging of the southern basin of allow everyone to enjoy the gre- missioner, so allowing the public to be aware the Fernandina Harbor Marina. What do you think about Fernandina Beach enway, regardless of their physi- 50% of those of what is going on. He said the However, Lednovich said con- commissioners’ decision to ban e-bikes on cal ability. meetings, we greenway is a natural environ- tinuing to dredge the marina is a the Egans Creek Greenway? Email Letters “This is the classic bait- will have been ment that voters paid for in order losing battle. and-switch,” Bean said. “If we talking about to protect it. “Continual dredging is unsus- to the Editor to sjbryan@fbnewsleader. ? com. Letters must include the writer’s name, remember, last meeting … peo- e-bikes, yes “This is a treasure of the tainable to a profit model (at ple turned out in droves against Lednovich or no. Why island,” Lednovich said. “Let’s the marina),” Lednovich said. address and daytime phone number. banning electric bikes. We told do we keep not destroy it, because when it’s “Doesn’t work. You can’t be everyone we had a compromise talking about gone, it’s gone.” spending $700,000, $800,000, nel by the U.S. Army Corps of posals for leasing of a hangar at – we would limit the speed. The it? I think it’s about a law that’s The ordinance, with the every two years and then turn Engineers. the Fernandina Beach Municipal people accepted the compromise, trying to restrict people’s free- amendment prohibiting e-bikes, around and expect the marina to City Engineer Charles Airport; and this week, now we’re back doms. I cannot support the bait passed 3-2, with Bean and make a profit. That’s insanity.” George, and other city commis- • Approved a resolution sup- and we’re going to undo our com- and switch. I believe this is shady Commissioner David Sturges Lednovich said the only solu- sioners, said regardless of the porting the Northeast Florida promise. The people who were government. We need to be open casting the dissenting votes. It tion to the silting problem at the long-term solution, the southern Regional Planning Council in here are going to be very upset with the people and follow up on will come up for a fourth reading marina is to close the southern basin is badly in need of dredg- opposing Senate Bill 62, unless that we’re still talking about this. our compromise that we made.” at a future commission meeting. basin and move the marina north- ing, and the additional 16 mooring the bill is modified to no longer If we do approve this amendment, Lednovich said he is “con- The commission unani- ward. However, that move would balls would allow the marina to remove regional planning coun- it will have to go to a fourth read- cerned about how government mously approved an application require moving, or decommis- increase revenue. cils from Florida statutes; ing. The fourth reading will occur operates, and not giving the pub- to the Florida Inland Navigation sioning, the navigational chan- “Obviously, if we could put • Amended a resolution our marina in a different loca- regarding the auditor selection tion, that would be the optimal committee; thing, to pick up the entire thing • Approved an amendment from where Centre Street comes to the budget moving funds that in and move it over 1,000 feet were miscategorized into the to the north, everything would proper utilities account; be great,” Sturges said. “But • Approved, on second read- that’s not reality. Ultimately, if ing, a Land Development Code we expand, or whatever we do, I amendment to allow for the think proceeding with the moor- use of pavers and circular drive- ing balls, for now, is the right ways; procedure.” • Added city engineer and golf “This is free money we cannot course staff to the pay classifica- turn down,” Bean said. The com- tion schedule; mission approved the $250,000 • Approved an amendment to grant application, which the city the code of ordinances to refer- will have to match. ence updated technical codes; In other business, commis- • Approved, by a 3-2 vote, the sioners: creation of a city-owned facilities • Approved a proposal from naming policy. Bean said the U.S. Ecology to handle hazard- policy was unneeded, and he and In Home Care For A Loved One ous waste for the 2021 hazardous Sturges opposed its approval. waste cleanup and recycle event • Reappointed Elaine Roberts AHCA Registration 232156 in the amount of $45,000; to the Housing Authority. • Awarded a request for pro- [email protected]

Best Friends Companion Care ▼ WHAT DO YOU THINK? is based on Amelia Island. Jamie Deonas, founder and CEO is a life What do you think about state Sen. Aaron long resident of Nassau County. A Bean’s bill that would allow less quali- Best Friends Companion Care provides the kind of trusted in fied staffers to complete mandatory direct home care for adults of all ages that helps them maintain full true hands on owner Deonas man- and independent lives, right in the comfort of their own home. ages the day to day operations and care in nursing homes? Email Letters to AHCA Registration 232156 • Companionship • Grocery Shopping meets personally with every client the Editor to [email protected]. • Incidental Transportation • Meal Preparation & Planning ? Letters must include the writer’s name, and their families. I believe in know- • Laundry • Medication Reminders address and daytime phone number. • Light Housekeeping • Shopping and Errands ing each of our client’s on a personal • Bill Paying • Assist with moving level to provide them with the very CARE before participants can start • Veterans Services best of care that will benefit them Continued from page 1 working at nursing homes. the most. director of quality affairs for the SEIU lobbyist Tanya Jackson Our job is to help seniors with Florida Health Care Association said the union supports creating whatever needs they may have industry group, said in a prepared additional pathways for certified •Licensed •Insured •Bonded Our clients want to remain living statement Wednesday. “The per- nursing assistant licensure, which Affordable Hourly Rates! Call for a Free Home Assessment independently and safely in the sonal care attendant program has is a 120-hour program. But the 904.277.0006 comfort of their own homes said been a tremendous help, and we union, which represents more www.mybfcc.com hope it becomes a permanent part than 26,000 health care workers, 9 North 14 Street • Fernandina Beach, Florida Deonas and our delightful compan- of our workforce.” doesn’t think the four months of ions provide just that. Services we Citing what he said were on-the-job training should count offer: Companionship, light house- industry figures, Phillips told toward the mandated CNA hours. keeping, meal preparation, laundry senators that 2,000 personal care “That 2.5 hours of care is what attendants had worked in nursing increases the quality within these and changing of bed clothes, shop- homes under the temporary pro- nursing homes,” she said, adding, ping, running errands and schedul- gram approved last March. About “It’s the toughest job in a nursing ing of appointments. 500, Phillips said, ultimately went home, and I don’t think anybody on to take the CNA exam, of here would tell you that that’s not whom about 85 percent passed. the case.” One service that is wildly popular “That’s a 20% success rate, The bill is moving forward as is transportation to doctors’ appoint- which means you have an 80 per- the nursing home industry push- ments, hair and nail salons, lunch cent failure rate,” Phillips said. es the Legislature to grant broad The nursing home industry immunity from lawsuits related to outings or just a ride through town said the program is not meant COVID-19. The full Senate was and the beaches. So many of our cli- to replace CNAs, who, accord- slated Thursday to take up a bill ents just want to get out and about ing to the Service Employees that would limit lawsuits against International Union, or SEIU, nursing homes. and we are happy to accommodate. earn an average of $23,000 annu- Senate Minority Leader Gary ally. Farmer (D-Lighthouse Point) Our business model allows us to Instead, according to the noted the Legislature had agreed serve a wide range of client’s regard- industry, the goal is to recruit to increase Medicaid payment less of your situation. more people to work as certified rates by $75 million before the nursing assistants and promote pandemic. Additionally, nurs- job growth. ing homes have gotten federal To learn more about Best Friends Jacksonville resident Shontia CARES Act dollars, and they Companion Care or to set a time for a Carter testified that the appren- are caring for fewer residents free in home assessment give us a call ticeship program helped her leave because of the pandemic. her “job” at a moving company “It’s just too much for me, 904-277-0006 and find a “career” at a nursing and I know the intention,” said home. Carter said she has passed Farmer, the lone senator to www.mybfcc.com the clinical part of the CNA exam. oppose the bill. “It’s tempting to She must still pass the written create new jobs. We always want portion of the test. to do that, and I applaud you for Before passing the bill, the looking out for that aspect. I just committee made a change to think it goes too far in allowing increase the number of required the replacement and not the sup- course hours from eight to 16 plementing.” FRIDAY, MARCH 19, 2021 NEWS 5 News-Leader Beach Access Committee to provide presentation soon everal months ago, I solicited applications George (city engineer) and interest, passion and dedication of the members Seaside Park, were lengthy. Due to the cost of full (through print and online media) from Joseph Pitcheralle (Parks and of the committee. The committee has examined, replacement and the ultimate purpose of the walk- residents interested in serving on a Beach Recreation superintendent). in detail, every beach access within the city lim- overs to protect the foredune (the dune nearest SAccess Committee. The intent of the Although technically not its. The committee is nearing the completion of the Atlantic Ocean), a shorter walkover limited to Beach Access Committee was to provide specific subject to the state’s Sunshine its work, and a report to the City Commission is traversing the foredune may be considered; other- recommendations to the Fernandina Beach City laws (due to being appointed anticipated in April, which will provide direction wise, the significant cost of longer walkovers may Commission (through me) regarding the construc- by the city manager, not the to the City Commission as the preparation of next greatly limit the number of walkovers that can be tion of beach walkovers. City Commission), at the initial year’s budget begins. constructed each year. In 2019, a professional engineer examined the meeting of the Beach Access The Beach Access Committee’s charge was to The construction of beach walkovers is city’s beach walkovers. The resulting report indi- Committee, I instructed the answer three specific and narrow questions: typically funded through the city’s Capital Fund cated that six walkovers were sufficiently structur- CITY committee I intended the com- • Which of the removed six beach walkovers (supported by a transfer from the city’s General ally deficit to warrant immediately removal: the NOTES mittee and its members (and (4N, 6N, 27, 35S, 38, and 40) should be replaced? Fund). Other beach infrastructure, such as the walkovers located at Beach Accesses 4N, 6N, 27, city staff) to fully comply with • What, if any, additional beach accesses should boardwalks at North Beach, Main Beach and 35S, 38 and 40. In addition to the removal of those the Sunshine laws: meeting have new walkovers constructed? Seaside Park “compete” for funding in the Capital six walkovers, other beach access concerns, such Dale Martin notices would be published, • Utilizing the recommendations above, what Fund. Additionally, the city is contemplating as the use of stairs (often bypassed in favor of foot- meetings would be open to is the recommended sequence to construct the the management and responsibility of a lengthy paths) and the general purpose of the walkovers the public, minutes of each meeting would be walkovers? privately constructed but widely publicly utilized (dune protection) were becoming issues of inter- maintained, and correspondence and discussion With those recommendations in-hand, a plan bridge (similar in concept to a walkover), which est. between members of the committee would be will be in place for the construction (or not) of will eventually require replacement (the current From the Planning Advisory Board, Victoria prohibited outside of official meetings. I wish to beach walkovers. Please note grant funding has structure is about 20 years old). The extent of Robas offered to serve as the chairwoman. compliment the members of the Beach Access been awarded for the construction of a walkover funding for these projects will be ultimately deter- Subsequently, Robas and I reviewed the 14 Committee for recognizing the importance of at Beach Access 6N. That project will commence mined by the City Commission. applications received from residents and invited ensuring public trust and encouraging public par- later this calendar year. I look forward to Robas’ presentation and rec- Bryn Byron, Emily Carmain, Mac Morris, Robert ticipation. The design and cost of proposed walkovers ommendations of the Beach Access Committee. Prager, Mark Tomes and Tom Yankus to serve on For the most part, the committee has met will be subsequently developed based upon the Thank you to her, the members of the Beach the newly constituted Beach Access Committee. weekly since its inception. Although originally recommended locations and sequencing for such Access Committee, and the supporting city staff for Additional staff support would be provided by suggested to limit each meeting to 90 minutes, construction. Some of the former walkovers, their efforts. Lorelei Jacobs (grants administrator), Charles some of the meetings have lasted longer due to the especially those located south of Sadler Road and Dale Martin is Fernandina Beach’s city manager. City manager fortunate he doesn’t work in private sector he cavernous divide between business-type plat- During Martin’s tenure, the city’s the private and public sectors forms. annual property tax receipts have inex- is so wide it makes the Grand Now a four-alarm cusably grown by nearly 50%. Martin TCanyon look like a backyard fire of contro- has used some of the money to hire ditch. versy has erupted 46 new full-time employees, bringing In the private sector, if you over- at the city Building the current staff to 212, along with 61 promised the receipt of $6 million of Department over part-time workers. For a city with a company money, mismanaged major heavy-handed 13,106 population, this equates to one departments and ballooned the budget/ enforcement and employee for every 61 residents. staffing/costs, you summarily would be questionable prac- With such a large and expensive shown the door. Not so in the public STEVE’S tices. Meanwhile, staff, you wonder why the problems. sector (i.e., government), where there MARKET Martin pledges sup- Some are visible. Some are not. For is a revolving door. Under these same PLACE port for the building instance, sewer lines are leaking and circumstances, you would be likely supervisor, and says causing depressions in the surfaces of defended, probably admired and pos- his employees are the downtown streets. Once-scenic sibly promoted. Steve Nicklas acting in the name of beach accesses have been torn up and Right before our pandemic-weary public safety (anoth- dismissed as unnecessary expenses. eyes, this is happening in Fernandina er popular government excuse). And the grass is not sufficiently Beach. And it is as clear as Florida’s Therefore, Martin clearly owns the mowed or trimmed, hurting the city’s crystalline springs. problems at the Building Department. appearance. Fernandina Beach City Manager The department operates under him, In addition, Martin delayed notify- Dale Martin has met each of these sub- and he oversees hiring the employees. ing commissioners the contract with par standards. The city has half-heartedly addressed the golf course management company Martin misled commissioners the issue by calling for a special hear- was lapsing. His proposal was for – perhaps on purpose, perhaps not ing, but little is expected from it. the city to take over golf operations; – on the likelihood of success of an The nagging issue of the $6 million however, Martin then brought back application for a $6 million Hurricane in FEMA money is hardly mentioned the former manager to run things. Matthew reimbursement from the at commission meetings. Instead, the Meanwhile, the course is in poor Federal Emergency Management hottest topics are whether to allow shape, membership has tanked, and All of this has happened under His columns regularly appear in weekly Agency. In the process, the city parades or require masks in public $600,000 spent on a new Top Tracer Martin’s watch. So what will be done newspapers in North Florida and in marina’s lucrative fuel farm remains places. golf game will hardly rescue this sink- about this glaring public-sector prob- South Georgia, and on his website dormant, and the municipal golf course In government, this is a practice ing ship. lem? at SteveNicklasMarketplace.com. He continues to hemorrhage money. of deflecting attention from issues Also, there are issues with an infe- If it were the private sector, it has published a book, All About Money, And there are more chapters to the that matter most. The deflecting is rior garbage contract, the overpriced would have already been handled. of his favorite columns from the past story. Yet, Martin still has the confi- followed by delaying tactics, like with airport terminal, a new $500,000 park Steve Nicklas is a financial adviser 20 years. The book is available at local dence of a passive Fernandina Beach the appeals of the FEMA funds, so on Simmons Road that nobody really with a regional brokerage firm who stores and on Amazon. He can be City Commission – even commission- residents soon forget the missteps and wanted, a new $4 million fire station, lives and works on Amelia Island. He reached at 904-753-0236. ers who ran on small-government, mistakes. and the list goes on. is also an award-winning columnist. [email protected]

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE OF HEARING TO IMPOSE AND PROVIDE FOR COLLECTION OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS CITY COMMISSION IN THE SOUTH AMELIA ISLAND SHORE STABILIZATION CITY OF FERNANDINA BEACH MUNICIPAL SERVICE BENEFIT UNIT Notice is hereby given that the Board of County Commissioners of Nassau County, Florida will NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, April 6, 2021, at conduct a public hearing to consider imposition of special assessments in the South Amelia Island 6:00 PM in the City Commission Chambers, 204 Ash Street Fernandina Beach, Florida to consider the Shore Stabilization Municipal Service Benefit Unit, as shown above, to fund the capital costs of following application: Beach Renourishment Local Improvement within the SAISSA MSBU. The hearing will be held at 7:00 P.M., or as soon thereafter as the matter can be heard, on April 12, 2021, in the Nassau County ORDINANCE 2020-40 Commission Chambers, at the Nassau County Government Complex located at 96135 Nassau Place, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FERNANDINA BEACH, Yulee, Florida, for the purpose of receiving public comment on the imposition and collection of the FLORIDA, CHANGING THE CITY’S FUTURE LAND USE MAP TO PUBLIC AND INSTITUTIONAL assessments on the ad valorem tax bill. FOR APPROXIMATELY 31.39 ACRES OF LAND LOCATED AT 1250 S. 18TH STREET AND 1367 All affected real property owners have a S. 18TH STREET AND VACANT LANDS FROM THE NASSAU COUNTY FUTURE LAND USE right to appear at the hearing and to file MAP DESIGNATION OF PUBLIC BUILDING GROUNDS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; written objections with the County Clerk AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. anytime prior to the public hearing. If a person decides to appeal any decision ORDINANCE 2020-41 made by the Board with respect to any AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FERNANDINA BEACH, matter considered at the hearing, such FLORIDA, ASSIGNING A LARGE SCALE ZONING CATEGORY OF PUBLIC AND person will need a record of the pro- INSTITUTIONAL (PI-1) FOR 31.39 ACRES OF LAND LOCATED AT 1250 S. 18TH STREET, ceedings and may need to ensure that a 1367 S. 18TH STREET, AND VACANT LANDS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND verbatim record is made, including the PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be made. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing a special accommoda- tion or an interpreter to participate in this proceeding should contact the Clerk of Court’s office at (904) 548-4600, at least seven days prior to the date of the hearing. Since 1994, the County has been providing beach renourishment improve- ments and ongoing maintenance within the SAISSA MSBU in order to replen- ish and preserve the beach. In 2021, the construction of another Beach Renourishment Local Improvement within the SAISSA MSBU is required. Without the Beach Renourishment Local Improvement, the beach area will expe- rience continued erosion and shoreline retreat that progressively diminishes the storm protection function, recreational value, and restored habitat of the beach. Ongoing erosion will negatively impact local property values and will further reduce the available recreational space. The narrowed and eroded conditions likewise increase the risk of significant damage to upland infra- structure in the event of a major storm impact. The Beach Renourishment Local Improvement will be funded by a combination of grants and special assessments. The assessment for each parcel of real property is calculated based on a combination of factors, including the property use, the amount of improved building square footage on the property or that could be located on the property (expressed as ERUs), the just value of property attributable to the parcel and proximity to the beach. Specifically, 60% of the total Project Cost will be allocated to all Tax Parcels within the Assessment Area based on the number of ERUs assigned to the property. An ERU is an “Equivalent Residential Unit” and is equal to the average size of all dwelling units within the Assessment Area. The remaining 40% of the total Project Cost will be allocated first to one of three subareas (oceanfront property, non-oceanfront property lying east of A1A, and property lying west of A1A) and then apportioned to Tax Parcels within each subarea based in part of the number of ERUs assigned and in part of the proportional just value assigned. A more specific description of the project costs and the method of computing the assessment for each parcel of real property are set forth in the Initial Assessment Resolution adopted by the Board on January 25, 2021. Copies of the Master Capital Project and Service Assessment Ordinance, the Initial Assessment Resolution and the preliminary Assessment Roll are available for inspection at the office of the Nassau County Clerk Interested parties may appear at said hearing and be heard as to the advisability of any action, which may be of Court, located at 76347 Veterans Way, Yulee, Florida. considered. Any persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in order to participate in this program or activity should contact 310-3115, TTY/TDD 711 or through the Florida Relay Service at 1-800-955-8771 The assessments will be collected on the ad valorem tax bill commencing with the tax bill to be at least 24 hours in advance to request such accommodation. mailed in November 2021, as authorized by Section 197.3632, Florida Statutes. Failure to pay the assessments will cause a tax certificate to be issued against the real property which may result in a IF ANY PERSON DECIDES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE BY THE BOARD/COMMISSION WITH loss of title. The County Commission intends to collect the assessments in nine annual assessments, the RESPECT TO ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT SUCH HEARING, S/HE WILL NEED TO ENSURE first of which will be included on the ad valorem tax bill to be mailed in November 2021. THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, WHICH RECORD INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS TO BE BASED. If you have any questions, please contact the Clerk of Court at (904) 548-4600, Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Copies of the applications with description by metes and bounds and the ordinance can be obtained in the office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 204 Ash Street, between the hours of 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday through BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Friday. For information on the application, please contact the Staff of the City Clerk’s Office at 310-3115. OF NASSAU COUNTY, FLORIDA 6 Friday, March 19, 2021 OPINION News-Leader

The News-Leader is published with pride weekly for the people of Nassau County by Community VOICE OF THE PEOPLE Newspapers, Inc., Athens, Georgia. We believe example, which should become the new standard. The March that strong newspapers build strong communi- Critical caption hit ‘below the belt’ 10 edition of the News-Leader included a picture of our con- ties – “Newspapers get things done!” Our primary goal is to publish distinguished and profitable It was disappointing to read the News-Leader caption next gressman participating in Read Across America Day by virtu- community-oriented newspapers. This mission to the photograph of City Building Department Director Steve ally sharing a book with a third-grade class at Jacksonville’s 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 Beckman on March 12. River City Science Academy. 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, The caption was a “below the belt” personal attack by The book he chose was “One Vote, Two Vote, I Vote, quality and hard work. an unidentified critic. Instead of selecting a criticism from You Vote,” part of the Dr. Seuss Learning Library. Note: EDITORIAL BOARD Foy r. Maloy, PUBLISHER the Nassau County Chamber of Commerce survey that The book, though authorized by the Dr. Seuss Enterprises, Foy r. Maloy spoke of onerous procedures, the News-Leader instead was written by Barbara Kiefer in the style of Dr. Seuss and scott J. bryaN, EDITOR [email protected] selected a quote that was intended to demean and embarrass published in 2016. aNGeliNe MUdd, cott ryaN Beckman. For those unfamiliar with the book, it focuses on the s J. b BUSINESS OFFICE MANAGER As mayor of Fernandina Beach, I am proud of the work importance of voting as the way society makes choices. From [email protected] PRODUCTION DIRECTOR robert FieGe, and services provided daily by our dedicated city staff. The pages 8 and 9: SPORTS EDITOR The views expressed by the columnists and beth JoNes, majority of city staff are working behind the scenes tirelessly “Voting gives each of us letter writers on this page are their own and and unrecognized to serve the public. “our very own voice. do not necessarily reflect the views of the Do we do our jobs perfectly? Of course not. Any individual “It allows a large group newspaper, its owners or employees. or team performance can always be improved. The city’s “to make ONE single choice. toM Wood diNk NesMith continuous goal should be “how do we provide excellent ser- “Can you choose NOT to vote? CHAIRMAN PRESIDENT vices to the public.” Beckman and the Building Department “Yes, but that’s a sure way are no different. “to lose your own voice Changes need to be made in fees, permitting require- “and to not have a say. ments, architectural drawing requirements and how we inter- “The item or person act with the public, to name a few areas for improvement. “that most of us select t EDITORIAL The Chamber of Commerce survey provided a rating of “will wind up the winner — the Building Department and then a litany of unnamed nega- “the one we elect.” tive comments and accusations of unprofessional conduct On page 10, the author selects a presidential election as by Beckman. Those comments were cloaked in anonymity. perhaps the single event in which voting is most important. State government The reason the survey said people were unnamed was they “The biggest of all of feared retaliation from the Building Department officials if “America’s voting events they complained. “chooses our president My pledge as mayor to the people the city serves is that “and vice president.” shouldn’t hinder the no one should fear retribution from a city employee from a It takes more chutzpah than Rosten ever imagined for complaint. Anyone wanting to report such an action can call Rutherford to choose this particular book after voting against me. My cellphone number is 904-502-0650. H.R. 1, the For the People Act of 2021, which according to public’s right to know Here’s a comment about Steve Beckman from Steve the bill’s text is designed “to expand Americans’ access to Pickett, a home builder currently working on Crane Island the ballot box, reduce the influence of big money in politics, News-Leader Editorial Board Association and newspapers across the homes. “We have always been treated fairly by the building strengthen ethics rules for public servants, and implement state created www.floridapublicnotices. department, and Steve Beckman is a solutions-oriented build- other anti-corruption measures for the purpose of fortifying nce again, the state com, a central repository for public ing official,” he said. our democracy.” Legislature is considering an notices. It is easily searchable and Mike Lednovich This was not a one off. His March 3 vote against H.R. assault on the public’s right available to the public. That’s an addi- Mayor 1 followed his Jan. 6 challenge of the certified electoral Oto know. tional step the private sector has taken Fernandina Beach votes in six states, which resulted in Joe Biden’s election. Today, the state House of to ensure wide availability of public So, let me suggest that Rutherford, if he chooses to continue Representatives could potentially vote notices. to use this book as a teaching prop, edit page 9 to make it on House Bill 35, which would allow Of course, in some rural areas, Rutherford provides example of chutzpah more consistent with his personal philosophy and actions, local governmental entities – such as Internet access is limited or unavail- In his book, “The Joys of Yiddish,” Leo Rosten gives the as follows: city commissions, county commissions able. By publishing public notices in a following example of the word “chutzpah,” which Merriam- “The persons with the most votes and more – to no longer be required print publication, it ensures those read- Webster defines as a “nerve or gall.” A person on trial who, “after the results are disclosed to advertise important information in ers without Internet access can still after murdering his mother and father, begs the judge for “will wind up the winners — newspapers. find public notices. mercy because he is an orphan. Of course, this example is “unless they are a Democrat the GOP opposed.” This is a bad idea. Encouraging local governments to fiction. Joseph A. Kayne Independent polling shows 8 out create an online, government-contract- Last week, U.S. Rep. John Rutherford provided an actual Fernandina Beach of 10 Floridians believe state and local ed websites to publish public notices governments should be required to will cost money. Essentially, the House publish public notices in newspapers and Senate bill would create more gov- on a regular basis. So, far starters, ernment – something Floridians have this isn’t something Florida residents clearly rejected in recent elections. VIEWPOINT / keN paUlsoN / Free speech ceNter desire. State legislators are elected Most importantly, by allowing to vote the will of the people, and the governmental entities to publish public people, by a large margin, oppose the notices instead of using newspapers, measure. it ends third-party verification. What Let government know who’s boss The House Bill – and there’s an if a local government decides to stop hen government fails, it’s every state. Getting that information, though, accompanying measure in the state publishing local notices or hides them the rare public official who The need to requires public meetings where resi- Senate – would allow these local gov- on their website? says, “Oops. My fault.” fight for govern- dents can ask questions. It also means ernments to publish public notices There are mountains of polling W That’s human nature, ment transpar- access to the documents that led to a on their websites. How often do you data that indicate people do not trust particularly for officials in the public ency is reaffirmed poor decision. Words on paper can be peruse a city or county website? Not government. Those same polls show eye who may have to run for office each year dur- much more forthright than the dissem- often, we imagine, and certainly not newspapers are the most-trusted again. No one wants to be held directly ing Sunshine bling of politicians. with the frequency in which you read a media source available. Newspapers responsible for letting the public down. Week, a national It’s critical we hold government newspaper. are not hyper-partisan television news Case in point is the recent catastro- awareness event accountable, for better or worse. (It’s Newspapers, on the other hand, are networks. We have trained journalists phe in Texas, when unexpected winter overseen by the also important to acknowledge when a regularly read vital source of informa- who focus on reporting stories without storms left 4 million homes without Paulson News Leaders government leaders are doing a good tion. People pay us money to receive bias. power, ruptured pipes and tainted the Association and job.) our product. News consumers desire a Newspapers reach 6.8 million read- water supply for many. keyed to the How can you help? I have two sug- constant flow of information. Typically, ers each week, and Florida newspaper Texas’ energy grid essentially March 16 birthday of James Madison. gestions. newspaper readers are more engaged websites typically log about 54 million collapsed. While Texas Gov. Greg The fourth president of the United First, keep doing exactly what in civics. They want to know what’s unique visitors a week. We are where Abbott was quick to blame frozen wind States drafted the Bill of Rights – you’re doing at this moment. Read and going on with their local governments, the public turns to for information. turbines, the cause was much more including the guarantee of a free press support your local newspaper. Local and they rely on newspapers to provide The objective of public notices are complex than that. To truly understand – in 1791. journalists, more than anyone else, will that information. for them to be noticed by the public. how things went so terribly wrong will That journalism connection reflects stand up for your right to information. A newspaper’s web audience is It’s very simple. require time, study and research. the role news media play in the free Facebook will not be going toe-to-toe typically 10 times larger than most Encouraging local governments to So, too, with the coronavirus vaccine flow of information, but it unfortunately with your mayor. city or county websites. That doesn’t no longer publish notices in newspa- distribution. In this state and others, can also leave the public with a sense Second, when you believe govern- take in account readers of the print pers would be a move to remove trans- residents are frustrated with the slow that Sunshine Week reflects the con- ment isn’t doing its job, demand an publication, of which there are many. parency from government. rollout of vaccines. Is it poor distribu- cerns of a single industry. explanation. Ask to see the documents. The belief that the print product is That’s not something the people tion? Politics? A flawed strategy? These To the contrary, access to govern- Attend public meetings. And above all, dying is false in many locations. In fact, want. And we hope Nassau County are literally matters of life and death. ment information is critical to every support legislative efforts to make gov- the News-Leader’s print circulation is residents will encourage their state But how do you get to the truth American who cares about the quality ernment more transparent. higher than ever. legislators to vote against an attempt to when public officials so rarely step up to of his or her community, state and It’s too easy for officials who have In addition to public notices being hide the government’s business from take direct responsibility for failures? nation. failed us to point fingers, blame the found in newspapers, the Florida Press the people. The answer is public records. And It’s important to see government media and wait for their side of the public meetings. And access to the employees – including elected officials partisan fence to rally to their defense. information that taxpayers deserve. – as the people we hire through our tax We deserve better. We all pay taxes to States throughout the country have dollars to do a good job for all of us. If support the work of government. We VIEWPOINT / breWster beVis laws that guarantee access to govern- you run a business or hire a contractor, should get our money’s worth. ment records and meetings. But the you wouldn’t hesitate to demand a full Ken Paulson is the director of the Free associated iNdUstries oF Florida details vary widely, and there are many understanding of how something went Speech Center at Middle Tennessee State statutory exceptions. New challenges wrong. That should be exactly our rela- University, a lawyer and a former editor- Preserve public notice; to access emerge every year in virtually tionship with government. in-chief of USA Today. bill shifts costs to business Dissecting the Jaguars ouse Bill 35, which is slated operates throughout the state can cur- to be voted on by the Florida rently monitor government projects n 1995, when the Jaguars started playing in the NFL, I TDs rushing ...... 9 ...... 23 House of Representatives out for bid by going to the single, was in Charlotte. Becoming an NFL city is a milestone Pass attempts ...... 616 ...... 533 Htoday, shifts cost to private aggregated site – FloridaPublicNotices. accomplishment and creates a national status boost. We Completions ...... 387 ...... 370 business, makes government bigger, com – daily, and in one search, find all Itransferred cats (Panthers to Jaguars) upon arrival here. Yards per catch ...... 5.6 ...... 7.7 and in some cases, converts private government projects out for bid. The same newfound swagger could be felt in Northeast Total passing yards ...... 3,699 ...... 4,231 sector jobs into public sector jobs. It’s Under this legislation, that Florida. Passing first downs ...... 80 ...... 140 wrong for business and it’s wrong for same business would now have to Fast forward 26 years, and the Jaguars are like the TDs passing ...... 25 ...... 34 Florida. search the depths of the Internet, dependent who hits bottom. Not dead, but Penalties ...... 1,071 yards ...... 710 yards What legislation is this? It’s a bill instead of going to a single, free site wounded and in need of healing. We have Average drive ...... 30.5 yards ...... 36.4 yards the Florida Legislature is confronted – FloridaPublicNotices.com. to start at the top with our owner. My Pts. And plays/drive1.71 pts./5.98 plays . 2.67 pts./6.0 plays with year after year. It proposes to This creates barriers to doing busi- initial enthusiasm has waned. It seemed 3rd down conversions . 84 of 207 ...... 86 of 198 move public notices to either govern- ness in the state and increases cost a self-made billionaire would be a winner 4th down conversions .... 7 of 26 ...... 12 of 18 mental websites or “publicly acces- significantly, because, in order to find in all he does. And he is winning on his Amateur Assessment: sible” websites. the information a business is looking balance sheet with the appreciation of his • Prioritize the line of scrimmage. Everything starts The crux of the problem is that this for, it would have to hire a full-time NFL franchise. But on the field, his team there. Were we not Sacksville once? legislation will make it infinitely harder team to search for important informa- is losing badly. Are the Jaguars his asset • Rush more. Our average per carry was good. The for businesses in Florida to find critical tion impactful to it. or a vocation? It feels like a hobby to me. O-line will be better. They need to open holes and protect information they need. The informa- Associated Industries of Florida Just like his soccer team. KEFFER’S the rookie QB. tion that businesses are impacted by, has been a staunch supporter of keep- How many NFL teams have absentee CORNER • Don’t go crazy in free agency. Draft for success. We which is often found in public notices, ing public notices in newspapers and owners? Very few at all. What if Shad have the picks to get started. Sign no players older than 28. could include, rezoning and land use online to ensure the numerous Florida Khan moved his personal residence and Find some Paul Posluszny types. Make him our linebacker ordinances, forfeiture and seizure of businesses – many of which are small company to Jacksonville? Would that Rick Keffer coach in the future. property or disclosure of property tax businesses – that AIF represents can show commitment? It would, but his loy- • Win the turnover battle. impact, to name a few. easily locate and access critical infor- alty appears to be rooted in Illinois. • Win the third down battle. Today, the public notice laws mation. Now, on to football. I am marginal on Urban Meyer, but • Win the penalty advantage. are clear. Public notices that com- It is paramount public notice you certainly can’t criticize success. As the parent of a 2014 • Lower concession prices. Three years ago a Bud draft municate critical information must be remains protected, and individuals Clemson graduate, I am elated at the prospect of Trevor was $14. published in a local community news- and businesses’ right to this critical Lawrence being our quarterback. He is Peyton Manning • Focus on football. Shad has enough assets. paper, posted on that newspaper’s information is protected. We ask the in a modern version. Manning did go 3-13 his first year, • Make being a Jacksonville Jaguar desirable, not a place website and listed on the aggregated Florida Legislature to continue to do but the rest is history. I look for Lawrence to improve the players demand to leave. How? Win. site, FloridaPublicNotices.com. There what they have historically done – pro- offense 50% by himself. The defense has to be the priority. That is my short list. Sports wonks can dive deeper is no ambiguity as to where to find this tect and even bolster public notice by Now, some statistics from last season. on just the stats listed. I want to again be a season ticket information. ensuring its broadest possible dissemi- Jaguars Opponents holder. Give us a reason to fill the stands. An 8-8 record in Yet, conceivably under HB nation in print and online. Points ...... 306 ...... 492 2021 would re-energize the base. 35, the same business that goes The Associated Industries of Yards per play ...... 5.2 ...... 6.3 Rick Keffer owned and operated Rick Keffer Dodge to FloridaPublicNotices.com today Florida respectfully asks Florida law- Turnovers ...... 25 ...... 17 Chrysler Jeep Ram from 1997 through 2018. Current involve- would now have to search any one of makers to vote “no” on HB 35. Rushing carries ...... 336 ...... 517 ments include Fernandina Beach Rotary and Nassau County thousands of websites to find the infor- Brewster Bevis is senior vice Rushing yards ...... 1,519 ...... 2,452 Council on Aging. He is the past board chairman of Baptist mation critical to them. president of State and Federal Affairs at Yards per carry ...... 4.5 ...... 4.7 Nassau and Communities in Schools. Feedback is welcome As an example, a business that Associated Industries of Florida. Rushing first downs ...... 205 ...... 210 at [email protected]. 7 SUDOKU ~ OUT AND ABOUT THIS WEEKEND ~ RELIGION CLASSIFIEDS

FRIDAY, MARCH 19, 2021 NEWS-LEADER / FERNANDINA BEACH, FL Shady Ladies Art Gallery to host grand reopening For the News-Leader go to Foar from Home to sup- port their journey. hady Ladies Art Gallery There will be live music invites guests to the with the Amelia Blues Project grand reopening of the and refreshments. Sgallery 5 p.m. Saturday, “We are in our happy art April 10, at its new location in place,” said Mary Libby and the Pelican Palms Plaza, 819 S. Linda Hart Green, the partners Eighth St. in Fernandina Beach. in Shady Ladies Art Studios. To celebrate this event, “We are also happy to make our Fernandina Beach photographer gallery a happy place for local and Shady Ladies Art Gallery artists to show their work and Artist of the Month, Christy a place for our community to LeLait, will unveil her new celebrate the arts.” exhibit “This is Fernandina,” “FOAR from Home’s slo- a collection of photos of the gan is ‘It Takes an Island to people and events that make Cross an Ocean.’ My photos Fernandina Beach special. celebrate the people who make SUBMITTED PHOTOS This event is also a chance Fernandina special, and I can’t Christy LeLait’s “This is Fernandina” will be on exhibit at the Shady Ladies Art Gallery’s grand reopening April 10. to learn more about and sup- think of anything better than port Foar from Home, the using these photos to support local team that is taking on the guys on their journey,” Elm streets, the gallery took its Shady Ladies, the remaining The new gallery and studio dates art classes. As it becomes the Talisker Whisky Atlantic LeLait said. “As a mother and name from the sprawling heri- two original partners decided to houses four working studios safe to gather indoors, the gal- Challenge to fight veteran grandmother of service mem- tage oak on that property. After “go big or go home” by moving and space for 12 participating lery plans to host more events PTSD and suicide. Proceeds bers, this issue is important to relocating across the street to their new location and bring- artists to show their work in a for the community. from the sale of pictures in the me.” from 2018-20 and the tragic ing in others to create in their well-lighted gallery. The main Submitted by the “This is Fernandina” show will Opening first at Eighth and passing of the shadiest of the space. gallery space also accommo- Shady Ladies Art Gallery SUPERSTAR ON STAGE

World-renowned violinist to perform on Amelia Island

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idori, a world-renowned violinist, will perform on Amelia Island in April as part of the Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival’s 2021 concert series. Midori is not only a visionary artist, activist and educator, but also Ma United Nations Messenger of Peace, inspiring young people through music education. She made her debut with the New York Philharmonic at age 11 as a surprise guest soloist in 1982. In May, she will be an honoree of the 43rd Kennedy Center Honors, along with country singer-songwriter Garth Brooks and actor Dick Van Dyke. The Honors recipients are recognized for their contributions to American culture through the performing arts. “Hosting Midori reflects our growing status as one of the nation’s premier classical music festi- vals,” Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival Artist Director Christopher Rex. “The ability to grace our stage with an internationally renowned artist who is recognized with the prestigious Kennedy Center Honor is a testimony to the strength and support of our valued contributors, ticket-buyers and volun- teers.” Midori will perform at the charming Amelia Plantation Chapel with pianist Ieva Jokubaviciute on Friday, April 9. This is truly a rare opportunity to see a legendary artist perform in a beautifully intimate setting. Midori’s concert affirms the festival’s commitment to bringing world-class musicians to our community. The festival celebrates its 20th season with a wide array of internationally rec- ognized, award-winning superstars from multiple genres. Respecting the safety of musicians and the audience, the festival has arranged for live and virtual venues. Information about Midori and all concerts and tickets are available at www. AICMF.com. Celebrating its 20th anniversary season, the Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival is one of the nation’s most renowned classical music festivals. The festival SUBMITTED PHOTO is a not-for-profit, tax-exempt organization. Midori, an honoree of the 43rd Kennedy Center Honors later this year, Submitted by the Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival will perform April 9 as part of the Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival. Les DeMerle Band to present new CD March 27

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The Dynamic Les DeMerle Band, featuring vocalist Bonnie Eisele, has a brand new live CD, “Hot Night in Venice,” recorded at that Italian city’s venerable Venice Jazz Club. Released by Origin Records, the 16-track disc is packed with well-crafted, swinging jazz standards showing off DeMerle’s drum dexterity, Eisele’s passionate vocals, plus expert accom- paniment from pianist Johannes Bjerregaard and bassist Chris Luard. Amelia Island jazz fans can join a discussion on the making of this album when DeMerle and Eisele present Jazz Talk during a Happy Hour CD signing and release party at Story & Song Bookstore Bistro from 4-5 p.m. Saturday, March 27. keyboards, and multi-instrumentalist Bill Prince. Following the presentation, there will be a Patrons can enjoy Breezy’s gourmet dinner question-and-answer sessionc and CDs will be menu, full bar and world-class jazz. Reservations available for purchase. A complementary glass of are recommended. champagne will be offered with the purchase of Additionally, the Amelia Island Jazz Festival each CD. has announced its popular Big Band Bash dinner/ The Les DeMerle Band’s CD Release Party dance will take place on Saturday, May 1, at the will continue 9 p.m. Saturday, April 3, with a Omni Amelia Island Resort. SUBMITTED PHOTOS special performance at Jacksonville’s Breezy For information, visit ameliaislandjazzfestival. Les DeMerle and his band, along with vocalist Bonnie Eisele, are offering a new CD, “Hot Jazz House, 1402 San Marco Blvd. In addition com. Night in Venice.” to Eisele, the show will include Doug Mathews, Submitted by the Les DeMerle Band 8 FRIDAY, MARCH 19, 2021 LEISURE News-Leader

The Amelia Blues Project how the town has changed “Affordable Housing, visit www.wnhsfl.org. If inter- will perform from 7-10 p.m. in the 10 years since this Nassau Habitat for Humanity: ested in becoming a volunteer, OUT &ABOUT Saturday as part of Amelia brutal event. A first play, “The A Success Story” is a pre- vendor, sponsor, member or Musical Playhouse’s Under Laramie Project,” based on sentation that will include the donor, call festival co-chairs the Stars series. Tickets are interviews done immediately history of the local organization John Hendricks or Emily available at the door with a following the crime, was pro- from its inception in 1995 and Baumgartner at 904-879-3406. THIS WEEK Museum of History will open suggested donation of $10. duced at Amelia Musical how Nassau Habitat leads a new temporary exhibit at 6 Guests should bring a chair. Playhouse and directed by to home ownership for low- Amelia Musical p.m. Friday. “Glitz, Glamour Amelia Musical Playhouse veteran Jeff Goldberg several income families. Playhouse will host audi- While many will be search- and Growth: Swinging into is locate at 1955 Island Walk years ago. Attendance is free for tions for “The Sound of ing for rainbows and lepre- the 1920s” was curated Way in Fernandina Beach. For The show will be presented museum members with a Music” at 6 p.m. April 19. chauns, the proverbial pot through the museum’s annual information, visit ameliamusi- on the playhouse’s outdoor suggested donation of $5 for Rehearsals will be conducted of gold might be the Amelia Student Exhibit Program, calplayhouse.com. stage, and a $10 donation is nonmembers. Masks are man- on the outdoor stage. Musical Playhouse’s Celtic which gives local high school suggested. datory. Seating is first-come, Those who audition should Treasure, which will be per- students the opportunity to UPCOMING Amelia Musical Playhouse first-served with a limit of 30 come prepared with a one- formed today. The show fea- develop a museum exhibit. is locate at 1955 Island Walk people. This program is wheel- minute monologue and one tures classic selections of Irish Join the museum for an Les DeMerle and Bonnie Way in Fernandina Beach. For chair accessible. Watch this minute of a song of choice. literature, including excerpts evening of life in Florida 100 Eisele will host a CD signing information, visit ameliamusi- program remotely at https:// Ensemble roles and musicians from plays, prose and poetry. years ago – a time when and Happy Hour Jazz Party calplayhouse.com. www.twitch.tv/ameliaisland- in the pit are also needed. Some of the selected jazz excited crowds, women at Story and Song Bookstore museumhistory. For informa- Show dates are sched- authors include Brendan gained the right to vote, and Bistro at 4 p.m. Saturday, The Amelia Island tion, contact Summer Bias at uled for Aug. 12-22 at Behan, Teresa Deevy, Sean Prohibition dried up bars. The March 27. Chamber Music Festival’s 904-261-7378, ext. 102, or Amelia Musical Playhouse, Dunne, Seamus Haney, museum will be joined by staff Join DeMerle and Eisele as 20th season presents a mix of [email protected]. 1955 Island Walk Way in James Joyce, Sean O’Casey, from Norman Studios, a his- they describe their music and in-person and virtual concerts. Fernandina Beach. John Millington Synge and toric film studio in Jacksonville, the experience of recording Tickets are on sale and The West Nassau Due to the COVID-19 William Butler Yeats. The for a lecture about the 1920s their latest Origin Records CD, available at ameliachamber- Historical Society will host pandemic, it is undetermined show will be on the outdoor film industry in Florida. “Hot Night In Venice,” live at music.org, where complete its signature fundraising whether “The Sound of Music” stage, and attendees should Following this lecture will be a the Venice Jazz Club In Italy. information about each con- event, the Railroad Day will be performed indoors or on bring a blanket or chair to sit reception and special exhibit The event will include a cert is available. Below is the Festival, on Saturday, April the playhouse’s outdoor stage. on. There are no reservations, viewing. question-and-answer session, schedule of concerts: 17. The all-volunteer non- For information about roles and a $15 donation is sug- Attendance is $5 for mem- and a complementary glass of · Friday, April 9, Midori with profit’s 16th annual celebra- or to schedule an audition gested to attend. bers and a suggested dona- champagne is included with Ieva Jokubaviciute. tion is an all-day event held other than April 19, contact Amelia Musical Playhouse tion of $10 for nonmembers. each CD purchase. The event · Sunday, April 18, in and around the historic Director Jill Dillingham at 904- is located at 1955 Island Walk Masks are mandatory. Seating is free. Valentina Lisitsa. 1881 Callahan Train Depot 277-3455 or [email protected]. Way in Fernandina Beach. For is first-come, first-served, with For information, contact · Sunday, April 25, and adjoining 1856 Florida information, call 904-277-3455. a limit of 30 people. This pro- Story and Song Bookstore Scherzando 20th Season Railroad bed. This year’s event gram is wheelchair accessible. Bistro at 904-601-2118 or visit Celebration. will include a commemoration The Rotary Club of The GFWC Woman’s Watch this program remotely storyandsongbookstore.com. · Saturday, May 8, JB of Florida’s 200th anniversary Fernandina Beach is host- Club of Fernandina Beach at https://www.twitch.tv/ameli- Scott’s Swingin’ All-Stars fea- of becoming a U.S. territory. ing the 34th annual Taste of will host its Pretty in Pink aislandmuseumhistory. Amelia Musical turing vocalist Lisa Kelly. Other photos and maps of Amelia from 1:30-4:30 p.m. fashion show at 4 p.m. For information, contact Playhouse will showcase · Saturday, May 22, Peter interest will be on display Saturday, May 15. Taste of Thursday. Entrance is a $25 Summer Bias at 904-261- “The Laramie Project: and the Wolf. inside the museum of local his- Amelia – A Culinary Crawl will donation and includes an 7378, ext. 102, or Summer@ Ten Years Later” at 5 p.m. · Sunday, May 23, Balsam tory section of the 140-year-old be in downtown Fernandina appetizer reception. A large AmeliaMuseum.org. Sunday, March 28. Range. wooden train station. Beach and will feature Amelia inventory will be available the “The Laramie Project: Ten · Thursday, June 3, Dover The event will also include Island’s hottest restaurants. day of the fashion show, and Auto Legends Years Later” is a staged read- Quartet with Edgar Meyer. arts and crafts vendors, food Proceeds of the event credit cards are accepted. Amelia’s March Cars and ing of follow up interviews, vendors, a children’s area with will benefit the Rotary Club To purchase tickets, con- Conversations is scheduled 10 years later, on the sense- The Amelia Island a hands-on music zoo and of Fernandina Beach’s tact Sue Dwyer at 904-277- for 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, less murder of a gay student, Museum of History will scavenger hunt live entertain- Scholarship Fund, which last 3245 or suebythec@gmail. March 20, at Roadshark Mathew Shepherd, in Laramie, host the board president ment, a classic car show, year distributed nearly $50,000 como or visit womansclubfash- Power Ports, 515 S. Eighth St. Wyo., in 1998. Community and of Nassau Habitat for antique trains and tractors and to Nassau County high school ionshow.ezevent.com. in Fernandina Beach. media reaction is captured in Humanity, Al Pertuz, for its more. seniors. 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SCHOLARSHIP Hilliard students earn Exchange OPPORTUNITIES McCormick memorial scholarship Club of Nassau County honors Dave Turner Plumbing is offering its ninth annual Dylan McCormick Memorial KATHIE SCIULLO my future endeavors during my initial Scholarship in memory of Yulee High School Community Newspapers Inc. interview. As one of the first winners student Dylan McCormick, who accidently in Nassau County, I’m very excited drowned during spring break 2012. Ethan McMillen and Savannah to see the future of this program and His love of the guitar is why his parents Russell received Youth of the Year how it will award outstanding stu- Phillip (service technician) and Valerie awards from the Exchange Club of dents in the coming years.” McCormick, as well as his extended plumbing Nassau County. Doueck said the club focuses on family, wanted to honor him. The local chapter of the national numerous community service proj- The $500 scholarship is payable to the col- community service club announced ects throughout the year, including lege of the recipient’s choice and open to any the inaugural award winners during diaper drives for babies, fabricating Yulee High School band senior. a virtual meeting March 2. face coverings and hosting drives Applications will be accepted until April 30. Students submitted applica- for school supplies. The Exchange Email applications to daveturnerplumb- tions for consideration, according Club centers its focus on supporting [email protected]. to Exchange Club President Bruce Americanism and child abuse preven- Doueck. Club members David and tion programs and provides free coun- Gator Club scholarship deadline Sharon Ledbetter and John Martin seling services for families in crisis. The Nassau County Gator Club is offer- attended the virtual meting. “We’re just proud to be able to ing five $500 scholarships to Nassau County Exchange Club members select- recognize this local talent and, hope- students. ed the Hilliard Middle-Senior High fully, they will be role models for Applications are available in high school School students for their well-round- others in the future,” Doueck said. guidance counselors’ offices, and directions for edness, with community service “In the future, we hope to recognize submission are on the application forms. hours also factoring into the selec- SUBMITTED PHOTO other talented youth at other high Deadline for submission is March 31. tions. Hilliard Middle-Senior High School’s Ethan McMillen, left, and schools across the county.” Russell has completed 534 hours Savannah Russell display framed certificates as the Exchange Club HMSHS Guidance Counselor $500 scholarship from Axia and McMillen has completed 93.5 of Nassau County Youth of the Year. Blair Harris participated in the vir- Axia Public Relations, founded by 1994 service hours, according to the orga- tual meeting. Fernandina Beach High School graduate Jason nizers. “It is so wonderful to see great Mudd, is offering a $500 scholarship to area McMillen has a 4.2 GPA and ranks yearbook staff. She is often seen on college credits and plans to enter the students such as Savannah and Ethan high school graduates who are pursuing a 20th in his class. He played football the sidelines, taking photos at numer- University of Florida as a junior next acknowledged and rewarded for their degree in public relations, journalism, commu- for the Flashes and has participated ous sporting events. fall. She plans to pursue a career in hard work and dedication,” she wrote nications or marketing. in weightlifting for the past three She has a 4.661 GPA and is journalism or advertising. She is the via email. “They are well-rounded Axia will direct the $500 to the student’s years. He is a Beta Club Member and ranked fifth among her classmates. daughter of Frederick and Karen individuals that will be successful in college or university tuition account on the a National Honor Society member. She is senior class president and Russell. life after graduation, and I look for- student’s behalf. He is the son of Melissa McMillen. historian. She has participated in “Being selected as the Exchange ward to seeing their many accom- Applications should be submitted to “I am extremely honored and Great Decisions and the Fellowship Club Female Youth of the Year is such plishments. Thank you to groups [email protected]. Applications should grateful to receive this award,” he of Christian Athletes for three years. an honor,” Russell noted via email. like the National Exchange Club who include a cover letter/intro video, summary wrote via email. The National Honor Society and Beta “The members of the Exchange want to encourage and award young of volunteer, internship and employment Russell is an active member of the Club member has already earned 48 Club were so encouraging to me in students.” experience, ideal career path narrative, financial needs and work or writing samples. Transcripts, GPA and letters of recommenda- tion are optional. FOURTH-GRADERS PERFORM SURGERY The deadline is March 31. Amelia Lodge 47 offers scholarship Amelia Lodge No. 47 is teaming with Jenna McMonagle Scott and offering two $2,000 scholarships. At Fernandina Beach High School, a senior can apply for the $2,000 Laurie Cason Annual Scholarship. At Yulee High School, a senior can apply for the $2,000 Windlie Portier Annual Scholarship. The deadline to apply for either scholarship is April 19. Applicants should visit the guid- ance counselors’ office for an application. Island Art Association scholarship The Island Art Association is offering a $1,500 art scholarship to be awarded to the winning art portfolio of a high school senior who lives in Nassau County. The scholarship is open to any Nassau County high school senior, regardless of schooling. The scholarship is not restricted to seniors who plan to major in art in college. A senior’s portfolio must include four or five selections of well-presented, original and current artwork, a resume including the appli- cant’s personal statement, and a letter of rec- ommendation from a non-related adult. SUBMITTED PHOTOS Portfolios must be submitted to the Fourth-grade students in Emma Love Hardee Elementary School teacher Kristen Ghaffarian’s reading class have been practicing Island Art Association, 18 N. Second St. in identifying text features and what their purpose is within the text. The students’ hard work has resulted in them perform text feature Fernandina Beach, between 11 a.m.-6 p.m. surgery. Students were given a magazine, and they were tasked with finding multiple text features. After locating the text features, Saturday, April 17. The winning portfolio students cut them out and taped them down with Band-Aids onto a corresponding graphic organizer. Students received a shower cap (a will be announced April 19. All portfolios can surgeon’s cap), gloves and a name badge as a Text Feature Surgeon. be picked up at the association’s gallery on Sunday, April 25. For information, contact Depy Adams at [email protected] or 904-524-9412. 100% PASS RATE Veterans offer $1,000 scholarship The Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1088 of Nassau County and Camden County, Georgia, is offering $1,000 scholarships to five high school seniors in Nassau and Camden counties. Scholarships can be used for college or trade schools. High school seniors should visit their guidance counselor for an application or call Linda Cravey at 904-206-0037. FB Pride offers scholarship Fernandina Beach Pride is accepting appli- cations for its inaugural Fernandina Beach Pride Scholarship, which celebrates service to the LGBTQ community. The scholarship aims to improve economic mobility for LGBTQ and The Yulee High School ally students from Nassau County by funding certified nursing assistant college/vocational school scholarships. class recently recorded a The $1,500 scholarship is for students who 100% pass rate on its CAN enroll in the 2021-22 school year at a college, exam. “In a very uncertain university or post-secondary vocational/techni- year with quarantines and cal school. COVID-19, these girls per- Applications can be obtained at fernandina- severed and came out on beachpride.com/scholarships. The application top,” a Facebook post from deadline is March 26. The scholarship winner the school said. “We are will be notified April 12. so proud of these Hornet For information about the scholarship and ladies.” The class was led by Fernandina Beach Pride, visit fernandina- teacher Kathy Crosby. beachpride.com or email info@fernandina- SUBMITTED PHOTO beachpride.com.

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We reap what we sow, and it RELIGION NOTES Tuesday worship at Hope House The Salvation Army Hope House will host its makes a world of difference noon Tuesday worship. What do narrow doors and the Kingdom of God have in common? Join The Salvation t what point – and by understand the rience joy, peace, patience and families, churches, companies, Army as the group listens and discusses what Jesus what process – did we consequences. love (Galatians 5:19-23). schools and governments. And had to say about the connection, as documented in come to believe boys Likewise, from a In either case, the seeds we where they swirl together, they the Gospel of Luke, Chapter 13. The Salvation Army Aought to be able to use spiritual perspec- sow don’t affect us alone. Angry create values “that are institution- Hope House is located 410 S. Ninth St. in Fernandina the girls bathroom? Or that it was tive, if we sow “to people stir up anger wherever alized in a people’s collective life,” Beach. right and fair for boys, if they’re the flesh,” we reap they go. Kind people inspire more says theologian David Wells. To submit Church Notes to the News-Leader, email not yet comfortable with their corruption and and more kindness, which means It’s as if, “the assumptions and [email protected]. masculinity, to compete in girls death. If we sow to we don’t just reap what we sow, attitudes of the culture fill the sports? How, after millennia of the Spirit, we reap we also sow what we reap. And daily ‘air’ in a way that people usu- discouraging abortion, extramari- fulfillment and through the process, we develop ally don’t give much thought to tal sex and cohabitation, did we PRACTICAL eternal life. character. them,” says author Karen Swallow come to approve them? THEOLOGY Regardless of Let’s say, for example, a Prior. “Without us being aware of FOOD PANTRIES And what are we to make of what we sow – 10-year-old has his sights set it, culture provides a seemingly this evolution in thinking? whether it’s love on new bike. Encouraged by ‘default’ grid by which we live and Biblically speaking, the cause Richard or hate, kindness his parents, he takes on extra interact with the world around and answer to such “progres- Doster or cruelty, justice chores to earn enough money to us.” sion” stem from the same truth: or tyranny – we buy it, thereby sowing seeds for But the world is always chang- “God is not mocked, what- receive the same back with inter- work and personal responsibility. ing. And today, we no longer ever one sows, that will he also est. People who love are loved Another kid figures out how to agree on the “essential purpose reap. For the one who sows to his in return. Those who forgive are steal the bike. A third boy knows for human existence,” says phi- own flesh will from the flesh reap almost always forgiven. People how to manipulate his parents into losopher Charles Taylor. Where corruption, but the one who sows who praise others are likely also giving it to him. belief in God was once the norm, to the Spirit will from the Spirit to be praised. These traits replicate. If honest it is now “one option among oth- reap eternal life” (Galatians 6:7-8). But Paul is not focused here work pays off, we learn to work. If ers, and frequently not the easiest This is an indisputable fact, says on one-off sins or random acts deceit gets us what we want, we to embrace.” As a culture, then, philosopher Cornelius Plantinga, a of kindness. He’s interested in get good at deception. Thoughts we can’t agree on what’s good and Many churches and other organizations across truth that God has woven into the lifestyles. He’s telling us that lead to acts. Acts become habits. right because we can’t agree on Nassau County offer food pantries to help residents fabric of creation. those who sow “in the flesh,” Habits form character, and char- who we are or why we’re here. who, now more than ever as a result of the coronavirus The Apostle Paul used an live as though God doesn’t exist. acter, Plantinga tell us, takes us Hence, the need for God’s public health emergency, struggle with food insecurity. agricultural metaphor, Plantinga Consequently, their goal isn’t down predictable paths. people to sow and reap and resow Here is a list of resources. If your church or organiza- says, knowing it would resonate to please him, it’s to please But our acts and attitudes don’t – widely, according to the Spirit, tion offers assistance and would like to be added to this with his original readers. It was themselves. Because they’re just affect us. They’re interwoven for God’s good purposes. list, email your details to [email protected]. the right metaphor for talking self-centered rather than God- with those of others whose lives Richard Doster lives in about life and death issues. He centered, they’re prone to envy, are on a different trajectory, who Fernandina Beach with his wife, ▼ FERNANDINA BEACH knew – and he wanted us to know anger and estrangement from live by different values according Sally. He’s the editor of byFaith, • The Salvation Army Hope House – the quality and direction of life others. Conversely, those who to their character, who influence the magazine of the Presbyterian 410 S. Ninth St., 321-0435 depend on what we sow and what sow according to the Spirit aim others who, in turn, influence Church in America, and attends Monday, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Friday, 1:30-3:30 p.m. we reap. If we sow citrus trees, to live in God’s presence and them. Grace Community Church in • Barnabas Center for example, we reap delicious to please Him and honor Him. Thus, good and evil advance. Yulee. Reach him at ddoster@ 1303 Jasmine St., Suite 101, 261-7000 fruit. If we sow dollar weed, we Consequently, they’re apt to expe- They take root and grow within icloud.com. Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. • Fernandina Beach Church of Christ 1005 S. 14th St., 277-2517 Day Drop-in and food pantry. The food pantry oper- ates from 10 a.m. to noon on the fourth Saturday each month. The Coalition for the Homeless provides a Faith in God and science in today’s world bagged breakfast and lunch at the Day Drop-In Center from 9-11 a.m. Monday through Friday every week ell folks, there is a lot of talk in cal facts, theology, poetry, be proven. The heart of the scientific method is as well as the first, second and third Saturday of each the news today regarding trust- Faith prophecy and letters from to allow evidence to lead one where it will. One month. ing science for many reasons, and Values the Apostles. For us to try of the fundamental facts of science is it takes • First Baptist Church of Fernandina Beach Wthere is also a very big downplay and force-feed the belief the only one contrary opinion or instance to bring 1600 S. Eighth St., 420-9555 on Christianity and those who hold their beliefs Bible is a book that is scien- down an entire hypothesis. Second Saturday, 4-5:30 p.m. in it. tific is like taking a historical There is some proof to the opinion that Home delivery of meals by appointment Let’s start with first things first. The Bible John Scherer book and trying to make it science is progressive and Christianity 24 hours in advance. is not a science book, and science is not faith- Crisis follow scientific facts and be resists progress. At certain times in history, ▼ YULEE based, so there is no conflict between the two. Intervention compatible. Christianity has opposed ideas that seemed • Journey Church Food Ministry Do you think the Bible conflicts with science? Minister There are also many to challenge worldview. Yet at other times, 95707 Amelia Concourse, 261-8310 Do you think believing in science means we people who are atheists, Christians themselves have been and still are Tuesday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. cannot believe in the Bible that contains the scientists or skeptics who believe Earth was on the forefront of things that indicate scientific • Yulee United Methodist Church Word of God? Do you think a Christian who formed only 6,000 years ago, but we know from progress. There is no doubt modern science is 86003 Christian Way, 225-5381 believes in science means he or she can’t reading Genesis 1 and 2 there isn’t any time- largely the product of inquiring believers. Wednesday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. believe in the Bible? frame mentioned. It could have been during a Science is logical, and Christianity involves • Yulee Baptist Church The much older history of the Bible points undisclosed time limit. The event of creation is a leap of faith. There is no doubt there is logic 85971 Harts Road, 225-5128 out certain scientific facts about the Earth not intended to be a scientist account, but was and order in scientific inquiries and thoughts. Monday, 1-4 p.m. before mankind became aware of them. For a stated fact of history and an account that God But the same is true for the philosophical, ▼ CALLAHAN instance, the common belief of science and is the Creator. historical, ethical and theological thoughts and • First Baptist Church of Callahan most people of the times believed for centuries Today, many people reject Christianity on truth of Christianity. 45090 Green Ave., 879-2172 the Earth was flat, although the Bible clearly similar scientific grounds. We live in a natural Science demands an element of faith. First Thursday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., revealed our Earth was a sphere. This fact is world they say, a world that can be explained Faith, as all believers and those who wish to Third Thursday, 4:30-6:30 p.m. stated in the Old and New Testaments in Isaiah by science. They also say Christianity relies be understood, requires belief in the truth and In addition, pre-packaged dry meals can be picked 40:22 and Revelations 7:1, long before mankind on faith, and it no longer applies in our modern self-commitment based upon their personal up for families in conjunction with lunch giveaway at discovered Earth was really round. scientific world. evidence. Without those leaps of faith, no logi- Callahan Elementary School. God also told us centuries before it was While many top scientists do not make cal person can be scientific. • First Baptist Church of Gray Gables known that the earth was suspended in space this claim, many untrained people do. They Science is not in conflict with Christianity, 54031 Church Road, 879-2986 as was said in Job 26:7 more than 3,500 years have bought into a number of untrue conclu- but surely some scientists are. But there are Monday, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. before Christ was born. Also, very early in sions that include science can be proved and other scientists who are passionately commit- • United Methodist Church of Callahan man’s history, there was a belief that the Earth Christianity cannot. The truth is science and ted Christians. Just like many of us. There are 449648 U.S. 301, 879-3877 was the center of the universe, but Psalm 19:6 Christianity deal with evidence. Science exam- many other reasons why many people choose Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. reveals the sun, moon and the earth all have a ines evidence about our world from things we for or against Jesus Christ, but those reasons ▼ HILLIARD circuit. Nowhere in the Bible does it state that see, touch, measure and calculate. Christianity are usually found beyond the field of science • Buford Grove Baptist Church Earth is the center of our galaxy. is based upon evidence, too. The evidence is and scientific theories. 553274 U.S. 1, 845-3656 The verses mentioned indicate we can from historical facts about the life, teaching, Many people today accept a number of Thursday, 6-8:45 a.m. (except fifth Thursday). believe the Bible. The Word of God gives us death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Both myths about Christianity, but there are so Limited to once per month. facts that are scientific; however, the Bible is deal with matters that are much open to exami- many of us who are willing to respond to the • Assembly of God Emergency Pantry not a book of science facts. nation. peace that only comes from our own personal 550920 U.S. 1, 675-9062 The Bible itself is a collection of histori- Of course, it’s a misconception science can faith in our Lord and Savior. 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(904) 261-1940 (904) 868-7602 bobsirrigationlandscape.com [email protected] FRIDAY, MARCH 19, 2021 News-Leader SPORTS 13 From 14 on a boat must have paid for tournament SHORTS entry. Captains are encouraged to have an TIAA Bank Field on March 27. It typically takes operational VHF radio on board. Contact Capt. place in the stairwells of the Bank of America Matt Harrelson at 904-206-9527 or spartina- Tower but was reimagined as an outdoor climb [email protected]. challenge for the safety of participants, volun- teers and staff. The organization is also offer- ing a “Climb Your Way” option for those who Play pickleball can’t make it to the event. Scheduled play at the pickleball courts Money raised will fund the Lung at Central Park in Fernandina Beach has Association’s efforts to end lung cancer and resumed. Beginner play (levels 1.0-2.5) is 3-4 lung disease, as well as support the organiza- p.m. Sunday; social play (3.0 plus with chal- tion’s COVID-19 Action Initiative. lenge court) is from 4-6 p.m. Sunday. Registration is $35 and includes a Women’s open play (all levels) on courts $100 fundraising minimum. Register at 1-4 is from 8-10 a.m. Monday, and level 3.5 FightForAirClimb.org/Jacksonville. on courts 1, 5 and 6 from 4-6 p.m. Monday, with rating level 4.0 plus on courts 2-4. Levels 3.0 and 3.5 plus play from 8-10 a.m. Tuesday, Support Our Veterans and levels 2.0, 2.5 and 3.0 from 10 a.m. to Amelia Island Guides Association’s Support noon. Levels 3.0 and 3.5 plus with challenge Our Veterans Fishing Tournament on Nov. court is from 4-6 p.m. Wednesday. Men’s open 13 is open to all anglers fishing from powered play (all levels) on courts 1-3 is from 8-10 a.m. boat, kayak, canoe, shore, bridge or pier. Nighttime social play (all levels) is from 6:30- The event will be held from the Amelia Island 8:30 p.m. Thursday. Levels 3.0 and 3.5 plus is Marina, formerly the Amelia Island Yacht from 8-10 a.m. Friday, and levels 2.0, 2.5 and Basin. 3.0 from 10 a.m. to noon. On Saturday, night- Anglers can enter and win in the redfish time social play (all levels) is from 6:30-8:30 spot tournament, the biggest trout tournament p.m. or both. Early entry fees are $40 per adult Visit www.fbpickleball.com, Fernandina angler for the redfish spot tournament ($50 at Beach Pickleball Pirates on Facebook or email the captains meeting), $40 per adult angler for [email protected]. the biggest sea trout tournament ($50 at the captains meeting) and $70 per adult angler for FILE PHOTO both tournaments ($90 at the captains meet- Pickleball is played at the courts at Central Park in Fernandina Beach. Visit www.fbpick- Boules Club ing). leball.com, Fernandina Beach Pickleball Pirates on Facebook or email fbpbpirates@ The Amelia Island Boules Club holds Early entry fee is $20 per youth angler for gmail.com. pétanque pickup games on the pétanque each tournament ($25 at captains meeting) or courts at the south end of the downtown $30 for both tournaments ($40 at the captains Marina, Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. and most after- meeting). Youth anglers are boys and girls noons on weekdays. under 16 years of age. Corporate team fee tournament, with first- through third-place priz- Spotmaster’s cellphone clock. Pétanque (pay-tonk) is a cousin of both is $250 per boat with early entry fee for the es. All effort should be made to bring these fish Rain date will be Nov. 14. The tournament horseshoes and bocce, the Italian bowling redfish spot tournament ($300 per boat at the in alive, but there will be no penalty for a dead director will make the call to move the date game. The public is always welcome. Call captains meeting). Early entries must be sub- entry. All entry fee money will be awarded in from Saturday to Sunday in the event of bad 491-1190 for information on the Amelia Island mitted before 6 p.m. Nov. 12. Final registration prizes. weather. A storm date will be Dec. 4. If the Boules Club. begins at 6 p.m., and entries will be accepted All Anglers should follow Florida Fish and tournament needs to be canceled, a full refund up until 7 p.m. The captains meeting and prize Wildlife Commission rules; just one sea trout will be made, upon request. Make sure all drawings begin at 6:45 p.m. over 19 inches is allowed per boat. In the contact information on registration/entry form is Sailing Club meets In the redfish spot tourney, the most spots corporate redfish spot tournament, the win- complete and correct. The Amelia Island Sailing Club meets the on a legal red drum (redfish) will win the tour- ning boat takes home the trophy and bragging Anglers who have entered both tourna- first Tuesday of the month at the Kraft Athletic nament with first through third places, based rights for one year. ments are eligible to enter a fish and win one Club at Ten Acres, located off Buccaneer Trail. on the most spots. The first live “no spot”entry Anglers are required to attend the captains prize in each tournament. All fish must be Social hour starts at 6:30 p.m., followed by a brought to the check in table will be awarded a meeting on Nov. 12 to receive their entry caught during tournament hours. Any person potluck dinner, business meeting and guest fourth prize. All entry fee money will be award- number. Registration begins at 6 p.m. Check- disqualified from another tournament will be speaker presentation. ed in prizes. out begins at the captains meeting. This is an disqualified from this tournament. Guests are welcome. Current boat owner- Youth prizes and trophies will be presented open-launch format. All fish must be caught by hook, line, rod ship or sailing skills are not prerequisites to to the top three places based on legal fish Participants can fish in any waters in North and reel and must be caught by the angler who joining. entered with the most spots, and 100% of the Florida starting at safe light on Nov. 13. Check- entered the tournament. Anglers may use live, Club activities throughout the year may entry money will be awarded in prizes and tro- in will begin at 11 a.m. at the spotmaster’s dead or artificial baits. Every possible means include day/overnight excursions by water and/ phies. If there are no youth winners, entry fee check-in table at the Amelia Island Marina. should be made to ensure a live release. or land, sailboat racing and social activities as money will be donated to the American Legion Anglers must be in standing in line with their All entries must obey Florida fishing and well as assisting with local conservation and Post 54. fish no later than 4 p.m. The line will close at boating regulations, including size and bag environmental efforts in waters surrounding In the biggest sea trout tournament, the 4 p.m. Anyone getting to the line after 4 p.m. limits. In the event of a tie, the entry checked in Amelia Island. Visit www.ameliaislandsailing- single biggest sea trout by weight will win the will be disqualified. Time will be based on the earliest will be declared the winner. All anglers club.wildapricot.org.

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The city of Fernandina (beginner) and Saturdays person/hour for one-hour clin- must provide their own masks, (stick fighting), grappling, ju (wooden sword). Both classes Beach Parks & Recreation from 4:15-4:45 p.m. (easy) ics, $12 non-city; and $15/ snorkels, fins, booties and jitsu, knife defense, and situ- are open ages 12 and up. Ju Department offers the follow- and 4:45-6 p.m. (advanced). person for 1 1/2-hours clinics, weight belts. Open to ages 10 ational awareness. Open to jitsu is offered Tuesdays from ing programs and activities. Family skate Tuesdays from $18 non-city. Pre-registration and up. Visit Atlantic Center. ages 12 and up. Wednesdays 7:30-8:30 p.m. and Thursdays Visit www.fbfl.us for informa- 4-5 p.m. and Saturdays from required. • Beach wheelchairs can from 7:30-9 p.m. Cost is $8 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Cost is tion on the following programs 3-4 p.m. Call Ray Matz at 215- • Atlantic pool is now open be reserved at the Atlantic per class for city residents, $10 $8 per class or $60 a month or activities. 852-7038. for lap swim and aqua aero- Center by paying a refundable for non-city. Contact Morgan for city residents; $10 per • Open adult volleyball • Rod Gibson Tennis bics only. MLK Jr. pool is open $50 deposit. Four wheelchairs Thomas at 443-280-0803. class or $75 a month non-city. at Peck Gym Tuesdays and Services at Central Park ten- for AquaGym Fitness classes available. Call 310-3350. • Japanese ju jitsu and Kenjutsu is offered Tuesdays Fridays from 7-9 p.m. Informal nis courts 1 and 2. Available only Monday-Saturday. Lap • Women’s Martial Arts kenjutsu at the Peck Center, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Cost is $8 team games on two courts. instructed programs: swim at Atlantic pool Monday- and Self-Defense at the Peck 1st Floor Instructors’ Studio. per class or $30 a month for Teams selected each night. Youth tennis clinics spring Friday from 6-8:30 a.m. and Center Instructors’ Studio. This Ju jitsu involves striking, kick- city residents; $10 a class or Ages 16-17 must have paren- I session (through April 15), 12-5 p.m.; Saturday from 9 training includes blended mar- ing, throwing and submission $36 a month non-city. Contact tal consent form signed by Red Ball 1 on Tuesdays and a.m.-2 p.m.; Sunday from 11 tial arts from around the world, through joint locks and finish- Sensei Jeff Weisfeld at (443) parents and notarized. Cost Thursdays from 3-3:45 p.m. a.m.-2 p.m. Lap swim fees: $3 both open hand and weapons, ing techniques. 864-3331 or visit ameliais- is $3/day for city residents, $5 and Red Ball 2 on Tuesdays per day for city residents, $5 including boxing, kickboxing, • Kenjutsu involves use of [email protected] for non-city. and Thursdays from 3:45- non-city. jeet kune do, kali/escrima the katana (sword) and bokken information. • Youth team volleyball 4:30 p.m. Cost is $91 for full • Swimming lessons for at Peck Gym Tuesdays and session for city residents, adults at the MLK Jr. pool Fridays from 3-7 p.m. Two $109.20 non-city. Orange Ball March 27 and April 3 and 10 courts available. For school on Mondays and Wednesdays from 11 a.m.-noon. Beginner and club teams. Players must from 3-4 p.m. and Green Ball to intermediate levels. This is have adult coach or adult on Mondays and Wednesdays a flexible walk-in program, and supervision. Call 310-3353 or from 4-5 p.m. Cost is $108 for attendees may participate in 310-3354 at least 24 hours full session for city residents, all or one or more of the ses- in advance to reserve courts. $129.60 non-city. Junior inter- sions. Cost is $5 per session Cost is $3/day for city resi- mediate on Tuesdays and city residents, $6 non-city. dents, $5 non-city. Thursdays from 4:30-6 p.m. Contact Kaitlyn Rivera at krive- • Open adult indoor soccer Cost is $169 for full session [email protected] or 904-310-3362. at Peck Gym Wednesdays for city residents, $202.80 • Scuba classes at the from 5:30-8 p.m. Informal team non-city. Junior advanced on Atlantic pool. Try Diving games. Teams selected each Mondays and Wednesdays Experience, a one- to two-hour night. Ages 16 and up (ages from 5-6:30 p.m. Cost is $156 introductory experience that 16 and 17 must have parental for full session for city resi- consists of a short classroom consent form signed by par- dents, $187.20 non-city. Daily session and trying scuba in ents and notarized before par- drop-in rates also available for the pool with a certified scuba ticipating). Cost is $3 for city all clinics. diving instructor or divemas- residents, $5 non-city. • Adult clinics: Women’s ter. Open to ages 8 and up. • Open basketball at Peck advanced beginner/interme- Cost is $50 per person for city Gym Monday and Thursday diate strokes clinic (2.5-3.0) residents, $62 non-city; $80/ from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. (court Mondays from 6:30-8 p.m. couple city residents, $100 closes at 5:30 p.m. for adult Advanced beginner/interme- non-city; $150/group for city leagues in winter and sum- diate strokes clinic (2.5-3.0) residents (up to six people), mer); Wednesday from 11 Wednesdays from 8-9 a.m. $188 non-city. Scheduled at a.m.-5:15 p.m.; and Tuesday Intermediate strokes clinic your convenience. Call 310- and Friday from 11 a.m.-2 (3.0-3.5) Wednesdays from 3350 to schedule. p.m., based on court avail- 9-10:30 a.m. Women’s inter- PADI scuba open water ability due to organized team mediate drills clinic (3.0-3.5) certification. Private and activities. Persons under the Wednesdays from 6:30-8 group instruction available. age of 16 must be accompa- p.m. Intermediate strokes City course fee is $120 and nied by adults of the age of 18 clinic (3.0-3.5) Thursdays includes administration and or older. Photo identification from 6-7:30 p.m. Intermediate/ instruction (additional check- required to enter Peck Gym. advanced drills clinic (3.5-4.0) out dive fee). PADI eLearn- • Open roller hockey at the Thursdays from 6-7:30 p.m. ing registration is $195 and Main Beach Multi-Purpose Intermediate/advanced drills includes online academic Court. Adult/older teens skate clinic (3.5-4.0) Saturdays from training, use of scuba gear and Tuesdays from 5-6 p.m. 9-10:30 a.m. Cost is $10/ certification card. Participants

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YULEE HIGH SCHOOL March 31 at Ed White 5:30 Varsity Baseball April 1 at Bolles 5:00 FERNANDINA BEACH HIGH SCHOOL March 25-27 at Diamond Classic at FBHS April 5 at Raines 5:30 Boys and Girls Track & Field March 30 LEE 6:30 April 6 YULEE 5:30 March 27 at Prince Sybil Invite April 1 at Episcopal 6:30 April 9 CEDAR CREEK 5:00 March 31 County meet at Yulee April 2 at Suwannee 7:00 April 12 HILLIARD 6:00 April 16 Region 1-3A at Raines April 6 MIDDLEBURG 7:00 April 13 at Bishop Kenny 5:00 April 30 Region 1-2A at Bolles April 13 ST. JOHNS COUNTRY 6:30 April 15 at Christ Church Academy 4:00 May 13 2A state at University of Florida April 16 FERNANDINA BEACH 6:30 April 16 at Bishop Snyder 6:00 April 19 at Wolfson 6:00 April 20 ED WHITE 5:30 NASSAU COUNTY April 20 at Ridgeview 6:00 April 22 at Terry Parker Girls Flag Football April 23 UNIVERSITY CHRIST.** 6:30 March 30 West Nassau-FBHS 5:30 * District ** Senior night FERNANDINA BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Yulee-host Hilliard 6:30 Junior Varsity Baseball April 8 West Nassau-Yulee 5:30 YULEE HIGH SCHOOL March 20 HILLIARD 10:00 Host FBHS-Hilliard 6:30 Varsity Softball March 22 CAMDEN COUNTY 6:00 April 15 West Nassau-Hilliard 5:30 March 22 STANTON 6:00 April 1 STANTON 4:30 Fernandina-host Yulee 6:30 March 23 TRINITY CHRISTIAN 6:30 April 6 at Baker County 6:00 March 26 LAKE WEIR 6:00 April 8 at Yulee 7:00 YULEE MIDDLE SCHOOL March 27 West Port 2:00 April 9 WEST NASSAU 6:00 Softball March 27 INTERLACHEN 4:00 April 16 YULEE 6:00 April 1 BOLLES 5:00 March 30 HILLIARD 7:00 April 2 TRINITY CHRISTIAN 6:00 April 6 at Fernandina Beach 5:30 FERNANDINA BEACH HIGH SCHOOL April 7 County semis at Hilliard 5/7:00 April 8 at Terry Parker 6:30 Varsity Baseball April 8 County champs at CMS 6:00 April 9 at North Marion 7:00 March 20 LEON 2:00 April 15 at Hilliard 7:00 March 25-27 DIAMOND CLASSIC FERNANDINA BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL April 16 at Trinity Christian 6:30 March 30 at Oakleaf 6:00 Baseball April 20 at Bishop Kenny* 5:00 April 1 STANTON 7:00 March 30 at Hilliard 6:00 * District April 2 BAKER COUNTY 6:00 April 5 at Yulee 6:00 April 8 RIDGEVIEW 6:00 April 7 at Bolles 5:00 Paying too much money for your business insurance? Simpler, smarter business insurance. FERNANDINA BEACH HIGH SCHOOL April 9 at West Nassau 6:00 April 14 COUNTY SEMIS 5/7:00 Boys and Girls Tennis April 13 CAMDEN COUNTY 6:00 April 17 County finals at YMS 11:00 We come to your business for personalized service to save you both time and money. March 30 at Bishop Kenny 4:00 April 16 at Yulee 6:30 April 7 at Camden County 4:00 April 20 at Camden County 6:00 FERNANDINA BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL April 14-15 DISTRICT TOURNEY 7:30 April 22 FLETCHER 6:00 Softball We make insurance easy. April 26-29 District 4-3A at TBA March 30 at Charlton County 6:00 FERNANDINA BEACH HIGH SCHOOL April 1 at Callahan 6:00 Softball FERNANDINA BEACH HIGH SCHOOL April 7 County semis at Hilliard 5/7:00 March 19 BOLLES 5:00 Boys Weightlifting April 8 County finals at CMS 6:00 904-388-6446 March 30 at Paxon 6:00 April 2 District at West Nassau 2:00

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FRIDAY, MARCH 19, 2021 14 NEWS-LEADER / FERNANDINA BEACH, FLORIDA t BASEBALL YOUTH SOCCER AT BAILEY ROAD Pirates hosting Diamond Classic The Fernandina Beach High School baseball team will host its annual Diamond Classic next week. Games start Thursday at the Ballpark at Fernandina Beach. The host Pirates take on Yulee at 4 p.m., followed by a 7 p.m. matchup between Bishop Snyder and Paxon. On March 26, Bishop Snyder and Yulee play at 4 p.m., and FBHS takes on Paxon in the night- cap at 7 p.m. The tournament wraps up March 27. FBHS takes on Bishop Snyder at 11 a.m., and Yulee plays Paxon at 2 p.m. Tickets are $5. Purchase at go.fan.co. t GOLF JAGA releases 2021 schedule The Jacksonville Area Golf Association recently announced its schedule of events for 2021. After a series of COVID-19 canceled or rescheduled events in 2020, JAGA is positioned to get back on track in 2021. The ’21 lineup fea- tures a variety of tournaments, 12 in all, involv- ing men, women and junior golfers played at stroke play or in team formats. The First Coast Amateur was played for the fifth time in January and for the second time at PHOTOS BY STEPHANIE NICHOLS/SPECIAL The Conservatory at Hammock Beach Resort in The Amelia Island Youth Soccer fields on Bailey Road were abuzz with activity on Wednesday evening. Visit www.aiysoccer.com for Palm Coast. The tournament continues to grow information on the league. in stature as evidenced by its enhanced World Amateur Golf Ranking status and contestant interest. This year’s waiting list grew to 60 names. Trevor Hulbert of East Tennessee State and the son of three-time PGA Tour winner Mike Hulbert captured the title. The JAGA Scholarship Trust Classic was not played in its usual fall date in 2020 due to COVID-19 but the rescheduled Feb. 22 event at Ponte Vedra Inn and Club was very successful, raising almost $21,000. Plans for the next Trust Classic will be determined soon. The Spring Four-Ball returns to Marsh Creek Country Club in St. Augustine on April 5, after being canceled in 2020 due to exces- sive rain. There will be two divisions – scratch and net. Interested players may sign up at www:jaxareagolf.org. JAGA’s two oldest events, the Senior Amateur Championship and the Jacksonville Amateur Championship, turn 64 and 60, respec- tively, this year. The Senior Am returns to St. Johns Golf & Country Club in St. Augustine for the third year in a row May 9-11. The amateur will be played at Marsh Landing Country Club for the first time since 2014 on July 22-24. Tim Cobb defends at the senior and Cody Carroll at the amateur. The JAGA Match Play Championship will be sandwiched between JAGA’s two oldest events, with Queen’s Harbour Yacht and Country Club hosting both the qualifier on May 16 and the single-elimination matches May 21-23. Tournament chair Susie Fonde is excited to have Sawgrass Country Club as host of the First Coast Women’s Amateur June 24-25, while JAGA is happy to continue its support of the North Florida Junior Golf Foundation and its Greater Jacksonville Junior Championship July 12-13 at Eagle Harbor Golf Club. The Club Team Championship, co-sponsored by JAGA and the Northern Chapter of the North Florida PGA, has a new home in The Slammer & The Squire at World Golf Village on Nov. 22. The ever-popular JAGA Family Champion- ship moved to the week before Christmas in 2020, which proved highly successful as evi- denced by the field size mushrooming from 72 to 136. It will close out the 2021 season in that same timeframe and be played Dec. 18. Details on the JAGA Fall Four-Ball will be announced in the future. JAGA Vice President of Tournaments Cary Helton of San Jose Country Club is in his second year in the key position of heading up JAGA tournaments. He continues to be supported by Assistant Vice President and Jax Beach Golf Club director John Milton. New to the ranks of running a JAGA tour- nament (64th Senior Amateur) is Jeffrey Johnstone, a director new to JAGA in 2021 from Sawgrass Country Club. One 2020 casualty of the COVID-19 crisis was the annual Celebration of Golf banquet, which was scheduled to be held in its usual February date. The goal is for it to return to the schedule in 2022. Michael McKenny and Duke Butler III will lead JAGA and work in conjunc- tion with Richie Bryant of Pablo Creek Golf Club and the Northern Chapter PGA. Players interested in entering JAGA events in 2021 may do so during the year by going to www.jaxareagolf.org and clicking on the “Tournaments” tab on the home page, then “2021 Tournament Schedule.”

SPORTS SHORTS Sign up for men’s basketball required. Games will be played on Mondays at North Hampton held a “beat the pro” tour- new members. Email Carla Foreman at ckfore- and Thursdays at Peck Gym beginning May 3, nament on Tuesday. First place went to Earl [email protected]. Register through April 1 at the MLK Jr. with tip-off at 6:30 p.m. for the first game. Hurst. Other winners were Gary Blackhall, Paul Center on Elm Street for the city of Fernandina For information, contact John Coverdell at Wright, Don Erin and Walter Johnson. Fight For Air Climb Beach Parks and Recreation Department’s [email protected] or 904-310-3351. summer men’s basketball league. Team regis- The American Lung Association in Florida tration fee is $425. Join ladies golf group announced that it will host the iconic Fight For There is a 12-person roster limit per team. Beat the pro tourney held The Fernandina Beach Golf Club’s nine-hole Air Climb event outdoors for the first time at Matching uniform shirts with numbers on backs The Men’s Golf Association at the Golf Club ladies group plays on Mondays and is open to SHORTS Continued on 14