MADISON COUNTY

Vol. 55 No. 37 • www.greenepublishing.comCAR • Wednesday,R April 17,I 2019E • 75¢ +R tax Madison County Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Karen Pickles resigns

Rick Patrick: Greene Publishing, Inc. Tuesday, April 30. recommendations, and the position In a letter sent to the school of the superintendent is not Citing health and family board and staff, Dr. Pickles stated, considered in actions. The past three concerns, and an ongoing impasse "After pouring my heart and soul and a half months have been wrought with the Madison County School into making effective changes for our with many accusations, an Board, Dr. Karen Pickles has students, the superintendent and intentional micro-management battle resigned as the Madison County board have reached a position where by the board, and an overall intent to Superintendent of Schools. The I personally feel my position is strip the powers and duties statutorily Dr. Karen Pickles effective date for her resignation is ignored, the board makes their own See “Pickles resigns” on page 3 Guilty as charged

Local business owner to be

John Willoughby:sentenced on April 24 County, Ga., on an Greene Publishing, Inc. outstanding warrant Jeremy Jermaine Ja'Taevious Jacquez Shavaris Banard Irvine Lenard Sims Brown issued out of Madison After months of County, for grand theft in remaining in the Madison the third degree. He was County Jail for two open later released from the cases, a local business Madison County Jail on owner pled guilty as Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2018, charged before the after posting a $5,000 Madison County Court bond on the charges of Rick Patrick: David Lawton DrugGreene Publishing, Inc. warrantsbust at the apartment of Jeremy on Wednesday, April 10. grand theft in the third Jermaine Irvine. Once the apartment Sentencing for David degree and organized Spicer, at the time, Major David Harper of the was secured, Irvine was arrested for Lawton is scheduled to fraud, scheme to defraud, multiple reports were Madison County Sheriff's Office active warrants without further take place on Wednesday, less than $20,000. received and information (MCSO) reports that in response to incident. The apartment was turned April 24, at 9 a.m., at the The Madison Police was compiled by the multiple complaints received from the over to investigators where additional Madison County Department (MPD) had MPD and sent to the public regarding illegal drug activity evidence supporting the arrest and Courthouse. received numerous State Attorney's Office. taking place at the Madison Heights search warrant was located. A short According to court complaints in regards to Greene Publishing, Inc. Apartment Complex, located at 150 time later, Shavaris Banard Brown officials, Lawton pled Lawton, who owns First contacted Jeff SW Bumgardner Drive, the MCSO turned himself in to officers at the guilty to the following Class Wireless, located at Seigmeister, State Drug Task Force (DTF) initiated an Madison County Jail on active arrest four charges: organized 177 SW Horry St., in Attorney of the Third investigation into the sale of illegal warrants relating to the possession and fraud, scheme to defraud, Madison. Multiple Judicial Circuit of narcotics spanning over several weeks sale of illegal narcotics at the housing less than $20,000; grand complainants stated that Florida, who informed at the public housing complex. As a complex. theft third degree; after paying their bill to reporters that the State result, DTF Investigators were able to On Monday, April 15, DTF fraudulent use of a credit Duke Energy through Attorney did in fact issue obtain evidence and probable cause to Investigators located Ja'Taevious card; and exploitation of Lawton's business, their the warrant for Lawton's secure a residential narcotic search Jacquez Lenard Sims and arrested him the elderly, lack of power would later be arrest in reference to the warrant and arrest warrants for on active narcotic arrest warrants consent. turned off, with Duke complaints received by individuals involved in illegal drug obtained during the housing complex On Friday, Oct. 5, Energy informing those MPD. activity at the public housing complex. investigation. The investigation into 2018, Lawton was consumers that their bill While out on bond, During the early hours of Friday, other potential suspects continues and arrested by the Remerton was never paid. Lawton was arrested April 12, the MCSO S.W.A.T. Team more arrests are expected. Police Department According to MPD again in December by the executed a search warrant and arrest See “Drug bust” on page 3 (RPD), in Lowndes Sergeant David See “Sentenced” on page 3

Ashley Hunter: I-10 shootingThe victim had in placed Madison; the vehicle drove past. arreststatements. in Jefferson Greene Publishing, Inc. original call, advising that a JCSO JCSO Investigator Bethea man in a dark colored Deputies Harrison and Sergeant Williams On Thursday, April 11, Chevrolet pickup truck had and Carey pursued arrived in the area to the Jefferson County Sheriff's shot at his vehicle while the and stopped process the crime Office (JCSO) arrested Mario two parties were traveling the suspect's scene. Verasso after Verasso west on Interstate 10. truck and During the allegedly engaged in shooting Deputies from the JCSO made contact processing of the at another vehicle while responded to Interstate 10 in with Verasso. scene, it was traveling on Interstate 10 order to locate and stop the In a post- discovered that the through Madison two vehicles. Miranda drive-by shooting County. JCSO's Cpl. Ryland interview with took place near the 251- On the spotted the law enforcement officers, mile marker, which is located Mario Anthony Verasso above date, victim's vehicle and Verasso admitted to having within Madison the JCSO made a traffic shot his 1911 .45 County. Verasso was arrested and received a stop caliber At that time, the booked into the 911 around pistol three MCSO was Jefferson County Jail transferred mile times into the contacted in before call from the marker rear of the order to obtain being Madison County 217, just inside victim's their assistance transferred to the Sheriff's Office (MCSO), the Jefferson vehicle. with the Madison County advising that there had been a County line. Deputies on investigation. Jail on charges of possible shooting on While Cpl. scene examined The firearm aggravated assault Interstate 10, with the Ryland spoke with the victim, the victim's vehicle and used in the shooting with a deadly involved persons heading a truck matching the found three bullet holes was discovered in weapon. west into Jefferson County. description of the suspect's that matched Verasso's Verasso's vehicle.

INDEX: Viewpoints: 2 • Community: 4-9 • Dispatchers Week: 10-11 • Lineman Day: 12 • Sports: 13 • School: 14-15 • Faith & Family: 16-17 Classifieds & Legals: 18 2 » Wednesday, April 17, 2019 » Madison County Carrier VIEWPOINTS & OPINIONS

National Security: Thirty seconds over Tokyo Last week, 103-year-old Air Force veteran determined that 16 aircraft would have enough deck the presence of the carrier, so the decision was Richard Cole died in San Antonio, Texas. Dick space from a Yorktown-class carrier to take off into made to launch the raid early as dawn broke on Cole played a special part in history long ago – he the wind. Doolittle needed 79 other volunteers ‘for April 18, 1942. was the last surviving Doolittle Raider from that a difficult and dangerous mission.' He would With engines at full throttle, the number one famous mission 77 years ago … tomorrow. Let me command the first aircraft with Dick Cole as co- aircraft rolled into the wind with Doolittle in the recount for you what he and pilot. aircraft commander's seated to the left of Cole. His the other 79 Raiders did, lest In the early gung-ho days of the war, Colonel wings bit into the relative wind and he was we forget. Doolittle had no trouble rounding-up volunteers. airborne. Fifteen other Mitchells followed suit. Shortly after the He told them nothing more than they would be Each flew west independently at low level across Japanese attack on Pearl flying from the deck of an aircraft carrier, the first the western Pacific to their individual targets. Harbor, President Roosevelt time operational AAF aircraft had done this. They Navigators plotted their course; bombardiers was insistent that ‘America trained at a remote airfield before moving to Eglin prepared their bomb sights; engineers filled the strike back' in some manor Field in Florida's panhandle, an even more remote tanks with extra fuel. As they reached the Japanese JOE BOYLES in response to Japan's site. Naval aviators trained them in short field mainland, each aircraft popped up to a safe Guest Columnist treachery. The state of our takeoffs while ground crews removed every bombing altitude and dropped their 2000 pound military was in no condition unnecessary pound of weight from the bombers. At bomb load on the target. They had achieved to attack, but a naval aide had an idea: medium Aux Field 1, they could practice their short field surprise and the Japanese defenses were range Army Air Force (AAF) bombers had takeoffs while making 100 foot low level water unprepared. Mission accomplished. sufficient range to take off from an aircraft carrier approaches to Eglin's ranges similar to the actual Now they continued west across the East China close enough to attack Japanese industrial targets mission. Sea to their destination, measuring what was left of and continue flying west to China. Roosevelt liked In late March, the crews flew their Mitchell their precious fuel. They simply didn't have enough. the idea. bombers west from Florida to Alameda Airfield, The early launch had shorted them the necessary The man tasked with putting the plan together California to be loaded aboard the USS Yorktown fuel to finish the mission. They bailed out over land was seasoned Reserve AAF Lieutenant Colonel (CV-8). The carrier then departed with its AAF or ditched at sea. One aircraft flew north and landed Jimmy Doolittle. By early 1942, Doolittle was a personnel aboard and quickly formed a task group near Vladivostok and was interned by the Soviets. well-known test pilot. He had one of the first PhDs of supporting ships headed west across the Pacific. You can relive the details of this famous in aeronautical engineering … from MIT. He had Only then did Jimmy Doolittle inform his 16 mission in an award-winning 1944 movie starring won important air races in the 1920s and 30s when remaining crews and subsequently the crew of the Spencer Tracy. It is based on a book titled "Thirty aviation was in its infancy and was the first to Hornet, that their target was Japan. Seconds over Tokyo" written a year earlier by the accomplish a blind landing and outside loop. He As Task Force 18 headed west, the aircrews pilot of the number seven aircraft Ted Lawson and then worked for Shell Oil in its aviation fuel began to plan their mission in detail. The plan subsequently declassified. department. If the difficult mission could be called for the Hornet to sail within 400 miles of the Some of the 80 Raiders died at the conclusion accomplished, Jimmy Doolittle unquestionably had Japanese mainland where she would launch the B- of the mission; some were captured and executed the necessary experience and leadership. 25s, then rapidly turn back and head away. by the enemy; some died during the war on other The two-engined B-25 Mitchell was a new Protection for the carrier (the US only had three at missions; but most survived to meet annually and medium bomber, first delivered to the AAF in 1941. that point for the entire Pacific theater) was toast their departed comrades … until only Dick The first squadron equipped in Columbia, S.C. was paramount. But at the 700 mile point, a Japanese Cole remained. And now he has "flown west" as all chosen by Doolittle to find volunteers. The B-25 fishing trawler was spotted and quickly sunk. aviators eventually do … in God's time. Farewell carried a five man crew and the planners Doolittle had to assume that the trawler had radioed Colonel Cole and bless your soul.

Learning As I Go: Thankful As the Easter season approaches, I find myself thinking about Jesus' sacrifice so many years ago. He lived, died and rose again just because of his deep and profound love for us. He didn't have to give his life, but he did, and during this Easter season, my heart is filled with gratitude and praise. Even though this season promotes thankfulness and praise, I don't want this to be the only time of year that I stop and say thank you. I want this season to be the beginning of a daily exercise in thankfulness and praise. CHRISTY BASS ADAMS I want to challenge you to find something each day that you are thankful for. It can be big or small, but if we look around us and everything Guest Columnist we see becomes something we are grateful for, then our whole outlook on life will begin to change. Be grateful. Say thank you and praise God for all of the blessings in your life. You will find out that you have so many more blessings in your life than you ever realized. City of Madison For more from Christy, please visit her blog at christybassadams.com or send her an email at [email protected]. Holiday Schedule: Christian Concepts: Bought with a price In the book of anxious drops of blood. Isaiah, the Jesus was fully man and fully Good Friday crucifixion of God; in the garden He wrestled with Christ is what His human nature feared about Household and commercial foreshadowed, what His divine nature knew must “But He was happen on the morrow. There would garbage will be picked up pierced through come a point when taking our sins for our upon Himself, Jesus would be on both sides of the city on: transgressions, He separated from fellowship with the GARY B. KING was crushed for Father, something He had never Guest Columnist our iniquities; the known throughout eternity. chastening for our What every man, woman, boy well-being fell upon Him, and by His and girl begin to experience from the Thursday, April 18, 2019 & scourging we are healed,” (Isaiah day of their birth, separation from the 53:5). Father because of our sins, is Monday, April 22, 2019 This week is known among something Jesus did not experience Christians as Holy Week when we until the day of His death. recount the days and events that lead A wagon train of pioneers was Recycle will be picked up up to the crucifixion of Christ. Isaiah crossing the vast western prairie foretold them and we look back and when they saw a fire on the horizon. on both sides of the city on: recall that “the Lord has caused the Prairie grass grows taller than a man iniquity of us all to fall on Him,” and when it catches fire and is driven (Isaiah 53:6). by the wind, one can’t outrun it nor While Jesus hung on the cross maneuver around it. Palpable fear Thursday, April 18, 2019 between heaven and hell he made gripped the adults that even a child seven statements that if we reflect on could recognize. them we get some idea of what He The wagon master was a experienced for us. Those last seasoned leader and ordered fires to Madison City Hall statements are the testimony of a be set at the rear of the wagons. The dying man. same wind driving destruction The only hearsay evidence toward them burned off an area they will be closed on: permitted in a court proceeding is could safely retreat to. A little girl that of a dying declaration when it recognized the relief on the face of can be sufficiently corroborated. It is her mother and asked why she was thought that a dying person, with no longer afraid. The mother replied, Friday, April 19, 2019 nothing to gain or lose, would be “We are standing where the fire has especially honest. already burned.” On the day He died, around When one turns from their sin to midday, Jesus uttered these words, faith in Christ, hellfire no longer “My God, My God, why have You holds any fear because he stands City of Madison forsaken me?” (Matthew 27:46). where the fire has already burned. Jesus’ ordeal had begun as he prayed As we reflect this coming week on in Gethsemane before His arrest and the crucifixion of Christ, let the (850) 973-5081 trial. This statement gives us some words of Paul resound in our ears, insight into Christ’s troubled prayer “You have been bought with a in the garden when He sweated price,” (1 Corinthians 6:20). Madison County Carrier FROM PAGE ONE « Wednesday, April 17, 2019 « 3

Pickles resigns Schools office in realized the largest School (MCHS). with difficult decisions work of the district will November of 2016. She financial increase since In her letter, Dr. and I always felt she continue … we have Cont. from page 1 officially took office the 2012. The audited fund Pickles addressed the had the best interest of amazing employees and following January. Prior balance increased from members of the school the children at heart. community members. granted to the to her term as 4.0 percent to 5.5 board. "I can truly say I School board members The school board is superintendent. There Superintendent, Dr. percent as of June 30, did what I was elected should have been more committed to the comes a time when one Pickles served on the 2018. With consistent to do – improve our open minded. I wish we students, staff and must decide to continue school board. During monitoring, and schools. I truly hope would have done a community, and we will the good fight and her time in office, the ensuring better grant each of you remember better job of working make sure that remember why you Madison County utilization, we have why you were elected together." continuation of services started a journey; School District streamlined our and focus on our "I thank Dr. Pickles is guaranteed." however, when that improved their district- expenditures to begin students and govern for her positive It is procedure that same journey has a wide grade from a "C" an overall improvement through policy – contributions to the when a constitutional negative impact on to a "B." That same of the fiscal health of something each of you Madison County officer does not serve your family and health, school year, Madison the district – something has lost sight of and School System, and their full term, the you must reevaluate the County Central School that cannot be seem to have forgotten wish her well in her Governor appoints a purpose." (MCCS) improved their accomplished overnight overall the last several future endeavors, where replacement. It is "I feel it's time for school grade from a unless significant months." she will be successful unknown exactly when someone else to try," "D" to a "C." The expenditure reductions "I thought she (Dr. I'm sure," said School Gov. DeSantis will be said Dr. Pickles. "I school district's are addressed." A new Pickles) was doing a Board Chair Carol appointing a started this journey to financial footing has welding program, in wonderful job; I hate Gibson. "The Madison replacement to serve help the students. [We also improved. cooperation with North that she's leaving," said County School Board the remainder of Dr. are] not focusing on According to Dr. Florida Community Suretta Bell, Madison looks forward to Pickles' term. Dr. students." Dr. Pickles Pickles, "during the College (NFCC), has County School Board working with whoever Pickles did say that her was elected to the 2017-18 year, our been put into place at member from District the Governor appoints. replacement "should be Superintendent of audited fund balance Madison County High Three. "She was faced I am positive that the someone local."

Oct. 9, 2018; $1,795 on Oct. 11, report, the victim felt that Lawton Drug bust Shavaris Banard Sentenced 2018; and $1,275 on Oct. 14, was upset with her for not Cont. from page 1 Brown Cont. from page 1 2018, totaling approximately purchasing a new phone. It was 11/16/1987 $4,695. approximately one week after that Arrested: Madison, Fla. 32340 Madison County Sheriff's Office The following day, on encounter that the four 1. Arrest warrant - (MCSO) after a probable cause Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2018, MPD Sgt. unauthorized transactions from possession with intent to affidavit was filed by the MPD on Spicer made contact with the her account to the business Jeremy Jermaine sell controlled substance Friday, Oct. 19, 2018. victim and a sworn statement was occurred. Irvine – cocaine - within 1000 According to the initial obtained. According to the activity After consulting with the 11/19/1987 feet of public housing incident report filed by MPD on report, the victim stated that she State Attorney's Office, a probable Madison, Fla. 32340 complex (two counts) Monday, Oct. 15, 2018, MPD purchased a phone from First cause affidavit was completed and 1. Arrest warrant - 2. Arrest warrant - Officer J. Bennett was dispatched Class Wireless in March of 2017. was forwarded for review. Lawton possession with intent to unlawful sale of to the MPD in reference to a fraud In November of 2017, the victim's was arrested by the MCSO on sell controlled controlled substance – that had already occurred. Upon phone was disconnected and she Monday, Dec. 10, 2018, and substance-synthetic cocaine - within 1000 ft arrival, Officer Bennett made notified her service provider. At charged with fraudulent use of a marijuana-within 1000 ft of public housing contact with a resident of Madison that time, her bill was reduced and credit card and exploitation of the of public housing complex (two counts) who stated that she received her the victim began paying her elderly/lack of consent. After complex (two counts) Ja'Taevious Jacquez statement from the bank and provider directly for service. In being transported to the Madison 2. Arrest warrant - Lenard Sims found several charges she did not September of 2018, the victim County Jail, Lawton was released unlawful sale of 10/24/2000 make. The victim stated that there took her damaged phone to First after posting a $500 cash only controlled substance- Madison, Fla. 32340 were four charges on her account Class Wireless and requested that bond, $250 for each count. synthetic marijuana- 1. Arrest warrant - and found that they came from Lawton attempt to retrieve a After the State Attorney's within 1000 ft of public possession with intent to First Class Wireless, located in number of photos from the phone, Office filed a motion to revoke the housing complex (two sell controlled Madison. The victim continued to while discussing the possible bond of Lawton, posted on Oct. 9, counts) substance-marijuana- state that she went up to Capital purchase of a new phone. The 2018, Lawton's pre-trial release 3. Possession of within 1000 ft of public City Bank, in Tallahassee, Fla., battery was dead, prompting her was officially revoked on controlled substance- housing complex and received a copy of the to leave it with Lawton to Monday, Feb. 11, and he was synthetic marijuana- 2. Arrest warrant - transactions made on her account. recharge. After returning home, transported to the Madison with intent to sell within unlawful sale of She later deactivated her card. the victim had second thoughts County Jail, where he remained 1000 ft of public controlled substance- The MPD reports that the about Lawton keeping her phone until being released by the court housing complex marijuana- within 1000 victim detailed the following and it was retrieved from the on Wednesday, April 10, before 4. Possession of ft of public housing charges on their respective dates: business. the sentencing on Wednesday, drug paraphernalia complex $650 on Sept. 28, 2018; $975 on According to the activity April 24.

United Kingdom: We can revealed that less than 100 the importance of returning going to be called out to next," treated to ice cream from all agree that allergies are cases are published in medical library books. said authorities on a social Chick-Fil-A. strange sometimes, but a literature, defining the rarity of Marion County, Fla.: media post. Texas: On Wednesday, United Kingdom woman the disease. What was a sight of Virginia: After 45 March 20, the Texas House of claims that one substance is New Jersey: After 53 entertainment for festival- minutes of parents searching Representatives passed a bill the cause of a "painful and years, a New Jersey man has goers was a discovery for the for their children, a Virginia that would legalize lemonade very itchy" allergy – water. finally returned a school Marion County Sheriff's K9 is being praised after stands run by children. Cherelle Farrugia, of Cardiff, library book. Harry Krame Office (MCSO). Authorities finding the lost children after Sponsored by Republican Rep. Wales, told Barcroft TV that found "The Family Book of allegedly discovered a hot air only 15 minutes of searching. Matt Krause, the passing of the allergy developed shortly Verse" while cleaning his balloon at the festival on Bane, a K9 deputy with the the bill was "one small step after giving birth to a child. A basement. The book was Saturday, March 23, was Pawhatan Sheriff's Office was for lemonade, today is one doctor diagnosed Farrugia checked out when he was 13 stolen from Bloomington, Ind., able to find the eight-year-olds giant leap for young with aquagenic urticaria, years old in 1966. The current after Bloomington Police within minutes. One of the entrepreneurs," said Krause. which causes a person's skin principal of the school stated Department informed MCSO children reported that they Reportedly, lemonade stands to break out in hives after that overdue fees would have the balloon had been spotted at forgot which path they went and other stands that sold non- coming in contact with water, reached over $2,000, however, the festival. The owner did not down so they tried different alcoholic beverages and regardless of its temperature, he states "We're not looking to want to press charges; he just paths to get home. Police operated by minors were according to the U.S. collect." The school's librarian wanted his property back. called it a "job well done" and previously illegal due to Department of Health and has plans to put the book on "This just proves that you the Dutch Shepherd and sanitation concerns. The bill is Human Services. A 2011 study display to teach students about never know what the MCSO is Belgian Malinois mix was now headed to the Senate.

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Story Submitted: such leadership for the is presented annually in ACHCA full 2018 calendar year. memory of Eli, a Eligibility for this award consummate member of The American is based on three years ACHCA, dedicated to If you would like to have anything added to the community calendar, please College of Health Care of skilled nursing advancing email Savannah Reams at [email protected] or give us a call at Administrators facility (SNF) survey professionalism and (850) 973-4141. (ACHCA) honored data, including the leadership in long term Karen Soehner, Health, Fire Safety and care. April 20 Administrator of Lake Complaint Surveys, as Founded in 1962, The first-ever Down Home May 11 th Park of Madison well as top quartile the American College of Days pageant will be held on The 20 of May Beauty Nursing and performance on Health Care Saturday, April 20, at the Main Pageant, "Colours of Freedom," Rehabilitation Center in designated Quality Administrators Street Playhouse, located at 172 will be held on Saturday, May 11, Madison, Fla. with the Measures. The criteria (ACHCA) is the only SW Range Ave, in Madison. Queen at 1 p.m. at the Madison County 2019 Eli Pick Facility also includes at least an professional association titles are as follows: Grandma (40+ Recreation Center. Leadership Award. The 80 percent or greater devoted solely to with grandchildren); Ms. (ladies leadership award was facility occupancy and a meeting the professional 19-40 or 40+ without May 16 th celebrated at ACHCA's three-year avoidance of needs of today's long- grandchildren, those not eligible for 20 of May festivities will be Annual Convocation and a Special Focus Facility term care administrator Miss division, married, divorced, held on Thursday, May 16, at the Exposition in Louisville, status. This prestigious and executive. widowed and moms); Miss (19-26 Madison County Recreation Kentucky on Monday, award is made possible ACHCA's mission never married and without Center. Fish dinners will be sold March 18. Only seven with the support of focuses on advancing children); Teen Miss (16-18); from 12 p.m. until 5 p.m. and a percent of facilities ABILITY® Network leadership excellence in Junior Miss (13-15); Young Miss Memorial Program will begin at 6 nationwide qualified. Inc. long-term care through (10-12); Little Miss (seven - nine); p.m., and last until 8 p.m. This year, 1,129 The Facility the provision of Tiny Miss (four - six); Teeny Miss facilities met the Leadership Award was leadership education, (two - three); Baby Miss (12-23 May 17 th selection criteria. Two introduced in 2008 by promotion of months); and Infant Miss (0-11 20 of May Dance Workshop hundred and eighty-six one of ACHCA's most professional months). registration with Dancing Doll administrators in 35 revered leaders, the late advancement programs Kenjanae, from Lifetime's hit states were awarded the Eli Pick. A former such as Fellowship and April 26, 27 reality show, "Bring It," will be facility leadership award executive director of the Professional The Madison County Chamber held from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. at nationally. Ballard Rehabilitation Certification, and of Commerce is excited to the Madison Recreation Center. th Based on the Center, DesPlaines, Ill., facilitation of leadership announce the 38 annual Down Registration is $40. premise that facility for over 30 years, Eli development. ACHCA's Home Days festival and parade. excellence reflects embodied excellence as diverse membership Festivities will begin on Friday, May 18 leadership excellence, an Administrator that includes administrators April 26, and continue with the A dance workshop with this award recognizes cared for his residents, from across the "Celebrating Our History" parade Dancing Doll Kenjanae will be the administrator of their families, and his continuum of post-acute on Saturday, April 27, beginning held at the Madison Recreation record who provided community. This award and aging services care. at 10 a.m. Festival vendors will be Center from 7 a.m. until 10 a.m. open for business beginning at 9 Participants must wear a white a.m. before the parade. For parade shirt and black leggings. applications and more details, contact the Chamber at (850) 973- May 18 th 2788. The 20 of May Woman's Club to raffle Parade/Jubilee Celebration begins May 4 at 10:30 a.m. and will be held at The 2019 spring soccer kick- 293 SW Arnold St., in Madison. "Big Green Egg" grill off party, hosted by Madison John Willoughby: Youth Soccer, open to all players, May 19 Greene Publishing, Inc. th parents and the entire Madison The 20 of May Dance Are you looking for a grill? Why not just enter for a chance to win a Big County community, will be held Showcase/Competition with Green Egg Kamando-Style Charcoal Grill and Smoker? on Saturday, May 4, from 10 a.m. Dancing Doll Kenjanae will be Being raffled off by the Madison Woman's Club, tickets are now being sold until 2 p.m., at the Madison held at Madison County Central for a chance to win. Tickets are $10 for the grill that features precise temperature County Recreation Center, located School. The doors open at 12 p.m. controls, with the ability to retain heat and moisture. at 753 SW Anastasia Way, in and the show begins at 1 p.m. Tickets to win can be purchased from any member of the Woman's Club. Madison. th May 19 The winning ticket will be drawn at 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 27, during the 38 th annual Down Home Days festival, where tickets will also be sold. All proceeds May 4 A 20 of May Emancipation go to the Madison Women's Club. The 2019 Pinetta School Proclamation ceremony will be Reunion will be held on Saturday, held at Shiloh Missionary Baptist May 4, at the Pinetta Community Church at 11 a.m. Center, located at 401 NE Empress Tree Ave., in Pinetta. May 24-26 Registration begins at 10 a.m. and The Madison High School the event lasts until 3 p.m. Class of 1979 members will be th Entrance to the event is $20 per celebrating their 40 reunion on person which includes their meal. Friday, May 24, through Sunday, A confirmation of attendance May 26 (Memorial Day and entry fees should be received Weekend). For more information, by Lanora Zipperer at P.0. Box please contact Susanne Sanders 223 Pinetta, Fla. 32350 by Griffin at (850) 869-9178. All Saturday, April 20. Please include Cougar Class of '79 members are your current address, telephone invited to attend, as well as MMS number and email for future use. and MHS faculty and staff.

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Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by John Willoughby, April 12, 2019 NFCC Nursing and Allied Health's Registered Nurse Class of 2020 spent Friday, April 12, on the grass of the west lawn of the Madison County Court- house for the 2019 Community Health Fair. The fu- ture RN's were among other LPN students and community repre- sentatives.

Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by John Willoughby, April 12, 2019 The Senior Citizens Council of Madison County set up a booth during the Community Health Fair to perform outreach services and provide information about the services Madison County seniors can receive through the Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by John Willoughby, April 12, 2019 center. Pictured, from left Representatives from the Madison County Memorial Hospital were on to right, are: Ella Mae hand to introduce the dangers of high blood sugar to the general public. Brown, NyJae Miles, Felicia Pictured, from left to right, are: Lori Evans, Annette Everett and Rebecca McDaniel, Pamela Randall Hughes. and Crystal Meehan. John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by John from the Senior Citizens Council of Willoughby, April 12, 2019 Greene Publishing, Inc. Madison County, who were passing out NFCC's LPN students information about senior services; and were set up near the At around 8 a.m., North Florida Madison County Memorial Hospital, front entrance of the Community College (NFCC) nursing who were demonstrating what high Madison County Courthouse, offering students began setting up for one of their blood sugar could do to a patients body. information about biggest public relations events Diana Maurice of Madison Health and HIV/AIDS and other throughout the year. The NFCC Rehabilitation, as well as Anthony Jones sexually-transmitted community health fair officially began at from Big Bend AHEC were also on diseases. Pictured, from left to right, are: 9 a.m., and as the LifeSouth Blood Bus hand. Marianna Green, and other community health-related Additionally, nursing students who Natasia Thomas, business representatives pulled in, the are taking LPN and RN classes at NFCC Danielle Starling, Kasey fair was in full-force on the west lawn of were available to inform residents of Pridgeon and Carol Hart. the Madison County Courthouse. important health information that can During the event, sponsored by better help them lead a healthy and NFCC's Nursing and Allied Health happy lifestyle. There were also fun, Department, Madison County residents interactive games for the residents to Area Ford dealership were able to meet with representatives take part in to win promotional items. helps community Rick Patrick: Greene Rotary Club. The mark the third year that Publishing, Inc. Madison Rotary Club Walt's Live Oak Ford has will be using those funds partnered with the On Saturday, April to provide accessibility Madison Rotary Club to 27, during Down Home ramps for citizens of help raise funds for this Days, Walt's Live Oak Madison County who worthy cause. Ford will be helping the meet certain eligibility Everyone is Madison Rotary Club requirements. encouraged to stop by provide assistance to According to and take a free test drive Madison County citizens. Jennifer Johnson, former from Walt's Live Oak For every test drive president of the Madison Ford and help the performed on that day, Rotary Club and Madison community Walt's Live Oak Ford employee of Walt's Live during Down Home Days will donate $20 to the Oak Ford, this year will on Saturday, April 27.

Madison Rotary Club Saturday, April 27 Down Home Days (Visit us at our booth!) ThThe MaMadison Rotataryry Club has helplped to build over 20 rampmp structureres fofor communityty membersrs who need helplp getting in and out ofof their homes. All moneyey collected will be direrected to continue this worthyhy cause. 6 » Wednesday, April 17, 2019 » Madison County Carrier COMMUNITY

Former driver, Kyle Petty, coming to Lee

John Willoughby: slated to be the longest ever. children to participate Greene Publishing, Inc. "This year's route is special through a pulley-system because we're bringing back a few of and highly-trained In anticipation of completing all our favorite ride stops from past years, counselors. 3,685 miles, former NASCAR driver like Glenwood Springs, Santa Fe and Petty, now retired Kyle Petty and more than 200 other Childress; but we're also adding in a from full-time racing, motorcyclists will be stopping at a Lee bunch of new places that our riders has eight wins in the truck stop on Friday, May 10, for a will love," said Petty in a press release. NASCAR Monster quick rest before trekking to the next The ride is the main beneficent for Energy Cup Series. stop on the Kyle Petty Charity Ride. the Victory Junction Camp, a vision Petty's father, Richard Petty is anticipated to arrive around had by his late son, Adam, who passed Petty, is known as "The 12:40 p.m., with his father, Richard away after a tragic on-track incident at King" of America's Photo courtesy of Kevin Kane Photography Petty, and other major sports figures. New Hampshire Motor Speedway in favorite motorsport. Kyle Petty is scheduled to stop at Love's Travel Stop in Lee on Friday, May 10, as a part of the 25th Kyle Petty, the son of seven-time 2000. Victory Junction Camp, opened Richard Petty has a Anniversary Kyle Petty Charity Ride. Proceeds go NASCAR champion Richard Petty, in 2004, is a year-round camp existing boasting 200 wins, which toward the Victory Junction Camp, in North Caroli- will be leading the motorcycle charity to enrich the lives of children ages six makes Petty the na, a camp envisioned by Adam Petty, Kyle's late ride from Seattle, Wa. to Key Largo, to 16 with chronic or life-threatening winningest driver in son. Pictured, from left to right, are: Richard Petty and Kyle Petty. Fla., beginning on Friday, May 3, and illnesses. The camp includes fun NASCAR history. He ending on Saturday, May 11. While it activities such as sports, racing-related also has won the th is the 25 anniversary of the annual activities and even an alpine tower, Daytona 500 seven times and runs a of which Darrell Wallace Jr. drives the ride's inception, this year's route is which allows wheelchair-bound full-time race team, Petty Enterprises, famed number 43 on the race track every Sunday. Participating in the ride across America will include NBC Sports NASCAR personalities Krista Voda, Rutledge Wood and Rick Allen, as well as NASCAR legends Donnie Allison, Hershel McGriff and Harry Gant. Active NASCAR driver David Ragan and former Formula 1 driver Max Papis will be participating. Additionally, Super Bowl Champion George Rogers and NFL great Herschel Walker will be making the trek with Petty and, of course, the King himself, Richard Petty, will be along for the ride. Fans are encouraged to meet Petty as he stops at the Love's Travel Stop, located at 3204 SE County Road 255, in Lee. Fans and individuals may donate to the Charity Ride's "Small Change, Big Impact" program, which accepts donations at local stops. For more information about Kyle th Photo Submitted Petty's 25 Anniversary Charity Ride, In recent years, the Kyle Petty Charity Ride has driven a route that spans from north to south. This year, the route visit www.kylepettycharityride.com. will begin in Seattle, Wa., and end in Key Largo, Fla., the longest attempted ride ever. Pictured, Kyle Petty and his fel- Information about the Victory Junction low riders prepare to take a lap around Pocono Raceway, a NASCAR-sanctioned track which is used twice per year Camp can be found by visiting by the NASCAR Monster Energy Cup Series. www.victoryjunction.org. COMMUNITY Madison County Carrier » Wednesday, April 17, 2019 » 7 We're off to

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Some of our lucky readers won a family four pack of single-day admission tickets to Wild Adventures Theme Park in Valdosta. With their tickets, they were Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by John Willoughby, April 5, 2019 able to enjoy an entire day of fun at Wild Adventures. In addition, they were also able to experience Lonestar, live in concert, on Saturday, April 6. The concert, Jessica Addison picks up tickets Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by John Willoughby, April 4, 2019 for Jane Vann Sadler, a lucky Wild which was held at the All-Star Amphitheatre, featured hit number-one singles Cyndi Devatt was a recipient of a Adventures ticket-winner. With their family four pack of single-day ad- such as "Mr. Mom," "I'm Already There," "My Front Porch Looking In" and tickets, these friends were able to en- mission tickets to Wild Adventures "Amazed." Congratulations to all winners! Follow Greene Publishing, Inc. on joy Lonestar, live in concert, on Satur- theme park. Facebook to keep an eye out for our next Wild Adventures ticket giveaway! day, April 6.

Community volunteers sought by United Way Story Submitted unique opportunity to learn more about will be United Way funded programs and have meeting on Ever wonder what kind of impact input regarding important decisions on Tuesday, May United Way of the Big Bend has on how the money raised during the United 28, from 9 Madison County? Now is your chance to Way's Annual Campaign will be a.m. to 5 p.m. learn more! Each year after the close of distributed to Madison County's human at the the annual county campaign, United Way services providers. Madison of the Big Bend seeks to find local "We value and need the community's County community volunteers to serve on their involvement in this process," said United Chamber of Community Investment Team. Way CEO, Katrina Rolle. "Our Commerce, located Responsible for reviewing grant Community Investment Team represents at 182 NW College requests from programs aligning with our citizen-givers and provides our Loop, in Madison. For United Way's five community priority donors with the opportunity to have input more information about the areas that are available in Madison on where their contributions go and that Community Investment Team for County, members of the Community those contributions will provide impactful Madison County or to volunteer, call Investment Team play a key role in results." Molly Lord at (850) 414-0853 or visit United Way's funding process. It's a The Community Investment Team uwbb.org.

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Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by John Willoughby, April 2, 2019 Madison County Memorial Hospital's Quality of Life Director Tiffany Reg- ister stands by Jenner Williams as he prepares to paint alongside other Madi- Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by John Willoughby, April 2, 2019 son County students. Staff at Madison County Memorial Hospital proudly spent time with youth Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by John of Madison County as they celebrated World Autism Day on Tuesday, April 2, Willoughby, April 2, 2019 in support of Autism Awareness. Pictured, from left to right, are: Stacey Emma Wright Bachari, Shannon Webb, Tiffany Register and Tammy Stevens. (center) participates in the local hospital's Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Autism Awareness event John Willoughby, April 2, 2019 on Tuesday, April 2, with "Something her mother, Edie Rowell blue," exclaims Wright (left). Maddison Trevor Starling Register (right) looks on proudly after as Emma prepares to being asked what create a beautiful he was making. masterpiece. Starling covers the white ceiling John Willoughby: tile with bright Greene Publishing, Inc. blue paint during the hospital's As April is Autism Awareness Month nationwide, it was fitting that Autism Awareness event on Tuesday, Madison County Memorial Hospital (MCMH) invited Madison County youth April 2. with Autism to participate in "MCMH Goes Blue," a great autism awareness program which occurred on Tuesday, April 2, in the second-floor activity room of MCMH. Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by John Willoughby, April 2, 2019 During the event, children of all ages tried their hand at canvas painting; Madison however, it wasn't a canvas they were creating art on … it was a ceiling tile that County Memorial is slated to be installed into the ceiling of the second-floor activity room for Hospital CEO patients and their families to see. The afternoon event was accompanied by Tammy Stevens cookies, fruit and drinks, as well as information about autism. (left) converses with Barret (right) as he World Autism Awareness Day is celebrated annually on April 2. Joined by paints with multiple the international community, thousands of communities around the world go colors on a ceiling blue in recognition of people living with autism. Autism-friendly events and tile that will be educational activities take place throughout the month of April in an effort to placed in the ceiling of the increase understanding, acceptance and foster worldwide support. hospital's second- Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) are a group of developmental floor activity room. disabilities caused by a problem with the brain, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Autistic disorder is the most commonly known type of ASD, however, there are others, including Asperger Syndrome and Pervasive Developmental Disorder—Not Otherwise Specified (PDD-NOS). The CDC continues to state that a child or adult with an ASD might not point at objects to show interest (point at an airplane flying over) or might avoid eye contact and want to be alone. Additional signs could be when a child or an adult has unusual reactions to the way things smell, taste, look, feel or sound or appears to be unaware when other people talk to them but respond to other sounds. For more information about ASDs, visit autismspeaks.org.

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Hepatitis A is increasing in Florida Story submitted: often in males; in White, Anyone can become through contact with Some symptoms are The best way to By Kimberly Allbritton non-Hispanics; and in infected with Hepatitis food or drink previously fever, vomiting, fatigue, prevent Hepatitis A is by persons with a history of A; however, some handled by someone abdominal pain, grey getting vaccinated. All The number of drug use. About 17 populations are at with Hepatitis A who did colored stools, joint children and high-risk people in Florida who percent of persons with greater risk. These not wash his or her pain, loss of appetite, adults are encouraged to are diagnosed with Hepatitis A in Florida include people who: hands properly. nausea, dark urine and be vaccinated. The Hepatitis A has greatly were homeless. • travel to countries Caregivers who change jaundice. Doctors will vaccine is two shots, six increased in the past Hepatitis A is a virus where Hepatitis A is diapers and do not diagnose Hepatitis A months apart. Anyone year. that causes infection of common practice good hand through a blood test. traveling to a country From January 2018 the liver that can • use recreational hygiene or fail to clean Most patients will be where Hepatitis A is through March 23, 2019, sometimes result in liver drugs, especially the changing area told to rest, drink plenty common should plan Florida has seen failure or death, injection drugs afterward can become of fluids and return for their vaccinations at approximately 1,166 especially in people over • have hemophilia or infected and also spread medical follow-up. Most least six months prior to cases of Hepatitis A. the age of 50. Hepatitis other similar disorder Hepatitis A. A third way people recover with no travel. Please consult Most counties have A is one of several types • have unprotected to become infected is long-lasting effects; with your physician to reported at least one of hepatitis, but is the sex with an infected through sexual activity however, some are see if vaccination is case; however, Madison only type of hepatitis partner with an infected partner. hospitalized. Anyone right for you. Health County has not yet had a that is spread through • care for someone Symptoms of with other liver diseases department staff will reported case. In contact with stool from who has Hepatitis A Hepatitis A usually need to be carefully also be happy to discuss Florida, Hepatitis A has someone who has Most people become appear within two to six monitored to prevent your concerns in a been diagnosed most Hepatitis A. infected with the virus weeks after exposure. complications or death. confidential setting. Lions Club Donate makes nomination, your receives new member Big unused Savannah Reams: Red diapers Greene Publishing, Inc. The Tuesday, April 9 Bus Johntoday Willoughby: Lions Club meeting, held at Cucinella's Brick Oven coming Greene Publishing, Inc. Pizzeria, proved to be a busy and productive to Saint Leo gathering as nominations University's Madison of officers were made for Education Center is the upcoming term, as Winn- excited to announce they well as the entrance of a are hosting another new member. diaper drive! Do you The event was kicked Dixie have spare diapers that off by a toast and prayer John Willoughby: your child has grown out before Club President Greene Publishing, Inc. of and you know you Tim Dunn proceeded won't use anymore? with new business. The One Blood's Big Red Diapers that are voting was approved to Photo Submitted Bus is coming back to donated will be provided allow John Willoughby, a Local news reporter John Willoughby (right) stands with Lions Club Presi- Madison and you're and divided between The new applicant, to join the dent Tim Dunn (left) after been elected into the civic organization on Tues- invited to visit them and Pregnancy Center of local Lions Club. day, April 9. donate your blood on Madison, the Early Head Willoughby, of Perry, Saturday, April 20. The Start of Madison and the Fla., is a reporter for Greene Publishing, Inc. and has recently been covering the meetings for the local mobile blood donation Early Learning Coalition Lions, allowing for publicity for events such as their recent chicken dinner fundraiser and the upcoming God center will be parked at of Madison County. and Country Celebration on Thursday, July 4. Winn-Dixie, located at Diapers can be dropped "I had pondered joining for a couple of weeks but didn't make up my mind until now," said Willoughby. 729 Base St., in off at the Madison "When I'm simply just doing my job every Tuesday, I'm among some of the finest men in the world and Madison. Education Center, always feel welcome. I can't wait to serve with them and make a difference in Madison County." From 11 a.m. to 4 located at 126 SW Though a new member to the Lions Club organization, Willoughby is not a stranger to civic service. p.m., hop aboard the Big Sumatra Ave., Suite A, in Willoughby is a Freemason, a member of Perry Lodge No. 123, in Perry, Fla.; and Greenville Lodge No 28, Red Bus to donate whole Madison. of Greenville, Fla. He is also a Marzuq Shriner, a member of the local club in Perry, as well as Madison. blood or two units of For more Afterwards, motions were made to nominate officers for the upcoming term, which begins on Monday, double red cells. For information, contact Lisa July 1. The nominations are as follows: Tim Dunn, President; Bruce Jordan, Vice President; Jay Lee, more information or to Burnham at (850) 973- Secretary/Treasurer; Wesley Reeves, Lions Tail Twister; and Willoughby, Lion Tamer. sign up today, log onto 3356 or email Voting will take place on Tuesday, April 23, as the Lions Club meeting on Tuesday, April 16, has been oneblood.org or call 1 [email protected] canceled. The meeting will begin at 11:30 a.m. at Cucinella's Brick Oven Pizzeria, located at 201 SW (888) 9-DONATE. du. Rutledge St., in Madison.

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A message from the Madison County 911 Director

Story Submitted: service, are responsible for a physical address to your property Terry Lenz-Thigpen, Madison variety of clerical duties and as assigned by the GIS/911 We are thankful for the County 911 Director handling information regarding Addressing Office, having it service and dedication warrants and alerts from the displayed according to the The Madison County 911 Florida Department of Law recommendations and guidelines, of our dispatchers! Emergency Communications Enforcement. where it can be reasonably seen Center, under the direction of the They do a remarkable job from the roadway or at the end of Madison County Sheriff's Office under very stressful conditions. the driveway. For questions (MCSO), will be celebrating They work holidays, nights and regarding 911 addressing National Public Safety weekends, missing out on family guidelines, please contact the Telecommunicators Week from events and celebrations; giving up Madison County GIS/911 Bart Alford Sunday, April 14 through that time to be the lifeline on the Addressing office with the Madison County School Saturday, April 20. other end of the phone to assist Madison County Property Board Member The Madison County 911 others in their moment of need. Appraisers' Office (850) 973- District 5 Emergency Communications With April being 911 6133. Center provides a critical service awareness month, we want to • If you call 911, don't hang “It’s all about finding the calm in the chaos” for Madison County and is proud remind the community that every up. If you've accidentally called to answer "the call" from the second counts in an emergency. 911 advise the operator it was in public and visitors to the area. To Although 911 is available error. Don't call 911 for jokes or really appreciate the people throughout the state, there are prank calls. False calls to 911 Thank you Madison County behind the scenes, answering many different levels of could result in legal action due to dispatchers for your hard calls from those in the community sophistication within the misuse of 911. work and dedication! that are in a time of need, one equipment and resources • When you call 911, stay would need to experience the available at each 911 answering calm, speak clearly and pay day-to-day operations of a busy point. Our goal is to educate attention to the questions that you call center, listen in on the calls people on 911, its uses, and its are being asked. Carol Gibson dispatchers receive, as well as challenges with all the advances • If calling to report a fire, learn about the various systems in technology. have everyone exit the and equipment used. Some general guidelines for building/vehicle and to a safe Thank you for the care, Not only do the 911 are: location away from the fire before service and dedication Communications Officers handle • 911 is for police, fire and calling 911. you provide to multiple calls for emergency medical emergencies. A situation • For calls such as reporting Madison County! service, there are numerous duties that poses an immediate risk to hazardous road conditions or to be conducted during the shift. life, health, property, violence, reporting a crime that is not They handle radio transmissions, burglary or theft in progress, car actively occuring. we ask that you monitor other radio channels, accident and suspicious activities. call (850) 973-4001 for dispatch responders to calls for • Make sure to post the assistance. “A 911 dispatcher is the calm voice in the faface of darkness.” John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc.

Serving the Madison County Sheriff's Office for approximately 12 years, Terry Lenz-Thigpen has been the 911 Director for the last four years. Thigpen City of Madison served as the department supervisor 11 years beforehand. Born and raised in Texas, Thigpen graduated from high school in 1982 and worked for the third Thank you largest school district in the state of Texas before moving to Madison County. for your Thigpen enjoys being able to assist the citizens of Madison County, being outdoors, traveling and spending time with family when she's not at work. dedication Photo courtesy of Candice Webb Thigpen is married with three children and three grandchildren. and your Terry Lenz-Thigpen service to the people of John Willoughby: Madison County! Greene Publishing, Inc. 321 SW Rutledge St. Madison, Fla. 32340 Last year, Amy Pitts was Madison County's newest dispatcher. Now, Pitts • P: (850) 973 - 5081 • F: (850) 973 - 5084 has one full year under her belt working for the Madison County Sheriff's Office. Born in Sopchoppy, Fla., Pitts enjoys her position as a dispatcher due to the aspect of being able to help others. When she's not in the dispatcher seat, she enjoys spending time with her family, as well as participating in outdoor activities such as camping, hiking and sailing. Pitts is married with three Photo courtesy of Candice Webb children. Amy Pitts John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. LTuunecsdha ya n- dS aDtuirndnaeyr 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Thank you Born in Jasper, Fla. and raised in Pinetta, J.D. Coody is a local Madison 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. for your County Dispatcher. Coody graduated from Madison County High School in Dine-in or carry out selfless service!! 2007 and later attended North Florida Community College. 251 SW Rutledge St. Before going to work as a dispatcher in November of 2015, Coody gained Madison, Fla. 32340 Daily experience in sporting goods sales at Madison Sporting Goods and Gander pecials! (850) 973-3388 Mountain. Additionally, Coody worked for Vans Custom Cabinets. Coody enjoys being able to help the citizens of Madison when they're in need and enjoys the "unknown" each day brings. During his time off, Coody Proud to recognize Photo courtesy of Candice Webb enjoys spending time with his two-and-a-half year old son, Drake, as well as our Emergency Communications James “JD” Coody participating in many outdoor activities. Officers for their dedicated service John Willoughby: and commitment to our community! Greene Publishing, Inc. Born in Valdosta, Ga., and raised in Madison, Jessie Miller is one of Madison County's 911 dispatchers. Miller graduated from Madison County High School in Maajjor David Harrpper 1998 and received EMS certification from North Florida Community College in 2003. In August, Miller will have worked for the Madison County Sheriff's Office Madison County for 15 years. Prior to her dispatching service, Miller served as a medical specialist Sheriff’s Office in the U.S. Army and worked at Madison Veterinary Clinic and Norris Pharmacy. Aside from working, Miller enjoys family time, music-related festivities and traveling."It's very rewarding being able to assist those in need," said Miller, who is married with one son. "This profession always keeps you on your toes. It can PPoolittiical adverttiisement paid ffoor and approved bbyy Photo courtesy of Candice Webb Davviid HHaarrpperr,, NNPPPAA, ffoor SShherriiffff of MMaadiisson Counttyy. change from 'slow' to 'chaos' in a snap. I love those fast-paced days." Jessie Miller

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General (Elee) Storey was raised in Madison after being born in Ft. Thank you dispatchers of Pierce, Fla. Storey is a 2010 graduate of Madison County High School and he earned his Associate in Arts degree from North Florida Community College in Madison County for 2012. Storey later obtained a Bachelor in Arts degree from Saint Leo University in 2015. your dedication! Storey has been a dispatcher for Madison County for two-and-a-half years. Prior to becoming employed by the Madison County Sheriff's Office, 1 (888) 203-3744 • (850) 973-8546 Storey spent eight years working as a cashier for the Cherry Lake General I-10 Exit 258 Store. Photo courtesy of Candice Webb 6025 South State Road 53 • Madison, Fla. 32340 Storey enjoys helping the community and likes to go out and have a good Elee Storey time. He also enjoys playing video games when he's not working. Madison Police John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. Department

Michelle Pulliam is a 10-year Madison County dispatcher. While raised in Madison, Pulliam was born in Valdosta, Ga. and has a Bachelor's degree Chief in business, which she obtained in 2008 from Saint Leo University. Before coming to Madison to work for the local Sheriff's Office, Reggie Alexander Pulliam served as a North Florida Community College peer tutor and and offfffiicers worked for Movie Gallery. She enjoys the hours she works as a dispatcher

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Madison County dispatcher Sarah Abbott has been working the emergency phone lines for approximately two years. Born in New Jersey and raised in Lafayette County, Fla., Abbott states that she enjoys being able to help the community and working with fellow dispatchers who she states are like family. During her off-time, she enjoys being outside with family. Abbott is We salute all of our married and has three children. Photo courtesy of Candice Webb Madison County Sarah Abbott dispatchers! John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. 2481 W. US 90 • Madison, Fla. 32340 Working for the Madison County Sheriff's Office for 12 years, Sarah (850) 973-4880 • Fax: (850) 973-2667 Leigh McGraw enjoys the opportunity to provide a service to the community. www.madisonhealthandrehab.com McGraw was born in Gainesville, Fla. and raised in Mayo, Fla. Graduating from Lafayette High School in 2002, McGraw has worked in catering, fast food, sales and in a nursery before making the transition into the dispatch room. Aside from working, McGraw enjoys going to church and crocheting. Photo courtesy of Candice Webb Sarah Leigh McGraw We thank you for the John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. wonderful service you provide to Madison County! Jeannie McDaniel has been with the Madison County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) as a dispatcher for approximately one year, however, she previously worked as a Broker: 179 S. Duval Ave. Crystal Bochnia dispatcher from 1993 to 1996. Born and raised in Madison County, McDaniel Madison, Fla. 32340 Realtors: graduated from Madison County High School in 1988. (850) 973-4458 Beth Meggs, Ann Sapp Among other jobs before coming to MCSO, McDaniel served as a dispatcher and Sarah Pike for the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office for one year. "I love helping my community, family and friends," said McDaniel. During her off-time, she enjoys spending time with her daughter and going on Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by John adventures. Willoughby, April 10, 2019 Jeannie McDaniel Thank you for

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Stephanie Wade, who worked as a dispatcher in 2017, came back to work dispatchers of full-time for the local Sheriff's Office in October of 2018 after moving to work full-time as an EMS medic. Madison County!! Born and raised in Brooks County, Ga., Wade has experience as a medic in Quitman, Ga. as well as Madison County. She enjoys helping the citizens in (229) 245-8300 Madison County. "Being a 911 dispatcher is challenging and interesting. I also 1405 N Lee St. • Valdosta, Ga. 31601 enjoy my dispatch family," said Wade. Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by John During her time off, Wade enjoys spending time with her husband and six Willoughby, April 10, 2019 children, as well as going to the springs and being outdoors. Stephanie Wade

John Willoughby: SSERVINGERRVVING UPUP REALREAL FOODFOOD FORFOR REALREAL PEOPLEPEOPLE Greene Publishing, Inc. Thanank you dispatchers ofof Marisol Jauregui is Madison County's newest dispatcher. Jauregui started in April of 2019, but is not new to the field. Jaurgui has one year of experience as Madison County fofor all a dispatcher with the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office. Jauregui states that while working in the dispatching field, it's possible to your hard work!! learn something new every day. During her off time, she enjoys family time, hunting, being in the woods and spending time with her three-year-old American Bulldog. Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by John Comfort Food Zone @ I-10 & Exit 262 Willoughby, April 10, 2019 Fuel Desk: (850) 971-4200 Repair Shop: (850) 971-5100 Marisol Jauregui Grill: (850) 971-4240 24-Hr.r. Repair: 1 (888) 203-3744 Susie Bishop Williamson Rick Davis

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12 » Wednesday, April 17, 2019 » Madison County Carrier LINEMAN DAY

LocalSavannah Reams: lineman serves with pride Lee, is an example of the outstanding Fla., and his father retired from Duke but we listen Greene Publishing, Inc. servicemen who aid Madison County. Energy after 42 years of service. They to them and, Cook has lived in Lee for the past passed on the heart of a serviceman to after taking Duke Energy is one of the largest seven years, however he hails from Cook and he stresses that the work he care of their electric power holding companies in the Wildwood, Fla. He is married to Heather does is all for the customer. problem, it's United States, providing electricity to 7.6 Cook and, together, they have four The responsibilities of lineworkers nice to see the million retail customers in six states. children and two grandchildren. He has include construction and maintenance of smile." BRAD COOK Locally, Duke Energy is known as a body been in the electrical lineworker business all powerlines, overhead and Cook of service men and women who work for twenty years, completing his underground, and from the substation to traveled to tirelessly, oftentimes sacrificing sleep and apprenticeship in Wildwood and going on the meter. When the weather knocks out Puerto Rico after the U.S. territory was time with their families, to provide our to work in travel crews, transmission, electricity, lineworkers arrive on the devastated by Hurricane Maria in 2017. homes with energy. Duke Energy's Brad construction and distribution. Cook's scene to restore power as quickly as Cook, along with many other linemen, Cook, a third generation lineman from grandfather was a lineman in Leesburg, possible. Even when there aren't any worked tirelessly to assist residents in the emergencies, they maintain the electrical clean up. "I spent 46 days in Puerto Rico grid, day and night, to ensure our homes … People there are the most wonderful, and businesses keep running. loving people. They don't hardly have Powerline workers face many anything, but will give you anything dangers, however, Cook claims that Duke they've got," said Cook. Energy provides meticulous safety "There was terrible damage. Any training and, in order to be at risk, one houses that weren't made of concrete would have to break a rule. He admits, were completely gone. We arrived five however, that the biggest on-the-job risk months after the storm, so all the wires for many linemen is a lack of sleep. were covered in vines. Local men with Linemen work long days, sometimes machetes would eagerly pitch in and help remaining at work for 24 to 30 hours. us uncover the wires in order to fix them. Cook added that stored energy is also a They were wonderful people." risk factor. When trees fall on power While Cook brags about the people lines, linemen have to take extra of Puerto Rico, he and the lineworkers precautions to safely remove the tree who travel the distance to provide from the line. The live wires can transfer assistance in the wake of hurricanes and energy into the tree—contact with the other storms are also to be commended. tree without proper precaution could They'll never brag or boast but their result in injury or death. Despite the risks, humility and heart for service speaks for Cook feels safe on the job due to the itself. extensive training he has received over Brad Cook is one example of the the years. "I'm happy to work for a many men and women who sacrifice company that works hard to train us and their time, sleep and safety to serve their help us be safe," said Cook, who claims community and communities across the that Duke Energy's safety training is globe. National Lineman Appreciation highly effective. Day is tomorrow, Thursday, April 18. In Despite the long hours and risk honor of those who power our homes, factors, Cook states that seeing customers remember the following: The next time smile makes the hardships worth it. "I've you are frustrated during a power outage, seen it numerous times," said Cook. take a deep breath, hug your loved ones "When we arrive, people are mad; people and be gracious towards those who have want everything [to be fixed] 'right now,' left their family to help yours. SPORTS Madison County Carrier » Wednesday, April 17, 2019 » 13 Mixed bag for Cowboys Pot Williams Tournament announced

Greene Publishing, Inc. John Willoughby: Photo by Rick Patrick, April 12, 2019 Greene Publishing, Inc. C o w b o y teammates w e l c o m e For years, the Pot Blaydon Plain Williams Golf home as he Tournament has been a approaches long-standing tradition in the plate af- Madison County. This ter hitting his May, the golf tournament third home nd run of the will return for its 62 season. year. Beginning on Friday, Rick Patrick: Greene Publishing, Inc. May 3, and ending on Sunday, May 5, join other The Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys golfers for a weekend of varsity baseball team continues to show improvement over exciting competition at last season, despite mixed results for the team to end the the Madison Golf & week on Friday, April 12. The Cowboys now have a record Country Club, located at of 12-5 for the season. 445 SW Country Club On Thursday, April 11, the Cowboys took a trip to Rd., in Madison. This Tallahassee to face the Marauders of Maclay School. The individual tournament Cowboys tallied a total of 10 hits, including homers by will see an overall Blaydon Plain and Dawson Rutherford on their way to champion receive $500 in winning the contest, 16-3, in five innings. The Cowboys cash prizes with scored runs in each inning, including a six-run fourth additional prizes going to inning. flight winners. Riley Borgert went three-for-three at the plate with two Entry fee to compete RBIs. Daquarius Thompkins had one hit in his three trips to is $125 per person, but the plate with one RBI. Rutherford went two-for-three with act now to reserve your three RBIs and one home run. Plain went one-for-one in the tee times in either the Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Rick Patrick, April 12, 2019 batter's box with three RBIs and a home run. Sam Odiorne morning or afternoon Riley Borgert slides home to score a run for the Cowboys during had one hit in three at-bats with three RBIs. portion of the tournament. their game against the Valdosta High School Wildcats on Friday, April Borgert spent four innings on the mound for the Access to Friday's 12. Cowboys, giving up six hits, three earned runs and two practice day is $15 per walks. Dilan Lawson pitched one inning, giving up no hits, person. There will also be no earned runs and striking out one batter. a steak cookout. On Friday, April 12, the Cowboys were home to take on Participants are asked to the Wildcats of Valdosta High School. In this contest, the bring their choice of meat Cowboys fell into a 7-0 hole during the first inning. while the Madison Golf Although they fought back, the hole proved to be too deep & Country Club will for the home team, as the Cowboys fell to the Wildcats, 8-4. furnish the sides. The Cowboys managed to score two runs in the bottom of On Saturday, lunch the third inning. Then, in the bottom of the fifth, Plain will be served from 11 opened with belting a deep fly ball that sailed over the wall, a.m. to 1 p.m. while just right of the 351-foot mark for his second homer in as dinner will be served at many games, raising the total number of team homers to 6:30 p.m. Entertainment nine for the season, with seven games remaining on the by Brady Clampitt and regular season schedule. Last season, the Cowboys had five Isaac Corbitt of the home runs for the season. Even with Plain's solo home run, Corbitt-Clampitt the Cowboys were unable to pose more of a threat to the Experience will take Wildcat's lead. place. There will be a $10 Thompkins went one-for-two at the plate with one RBI. entry fee per person to Plain was one-for-three with one RBI and a solo home run. watch the show if you are Logan Lepper tallied one RBI as a result of a walk. not in the tournament. Thompkins, Vinsonta Allen and Odiorne shared time on Tee sign, hole and the mound for the Cowboys, giving up nine hits, two earned major sponsorships are Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Rick Patrick, April 12, 2019 runs and four walks, while striking out four Wildcat batters. available. For more Dilan Lawson (left) and Riley Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Rick Patrick, April 12, 2019 The Cowboys are scheduled to play host to another information or to sign up Brogert (right) relax for a brief mo- Sam Odiorne finished the Valdosta team, the Valiants of Valwood School on to compete, call Kayla ment during the latter part of the game against Valdosta High on Wednesday, April 17. The first pitch is scheduled for 7 p.m. Meador at (850) 464- game with the Wildcats. the mound for the Cowboys. at Cowboy field. 6299. AMERICA’S HOME PLACE New Broncos head YOUR LAND, YOUR STYLE, YOUR HOME football coach named Rick Patrick: Greene Publishing, Inc.

Madison County Central School (MCCS) recently announced that Michael Mobley, Sr. will take over the reigns as the Broncos' head football coach next season. Mobley will be no stranger on the sidelines as the Broncos' head coach. Mobley previously served as the quarterbacks and running backs coach, as well as CALL TODAY TO SCHEDULE A the Broncos' offensive FREE CONSULTATION coordinator. Mobley has a total of 13 years of Valdosta Building Center coaching experience. Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo by Emerald G. Parsons, August 22, 2018 282 Nor man Dr Ste B Mobley has also served Michael Mobley, Sr. is the new head football Valdosta, GA 31602 as the Broncos' head coach at Madison County Central School. (229) 245-8560 baseball coach. AmericasHomePlace.com Mobley takes over from long-time Broncos coach Carl Joseph. 14 » Wednesday, April 17, 2019 » Madison County Carrier SILVER LARIAT MCHS

Greene Publishing, Inc. and Madison County High School (MCHS) continue Carrier. their adventure together. Silver LariatThe stories and photos on this page are entirely written and produced by the “The Silver Lariat” page, written by the MCHS journalism class, under the direc- MCHS journalism class. This component features local high school news, personal tion of Glyndell Presley, will be published every Wednesday in the Madison County opinion articles and teacher/class spotlights. Young men learn about the ‘Ties That Bind’

Photo Submitted Photo Submitted Keynote speaker Kelvin Mattair talks to the Community members, students and teachers show off a “dressed for success” style after walking young men about making correct choices. the runway.

Photo Submitted Students learn the proper way to tie.

Photo Submitted This student is all smiles as he adjusts his tie. Silver Lariat: Principal Geraldine School Resource provided a fashion show right decisions. A 2000 as money; use it By Mike Radel Wildgoose. Officer Maurice that included how to graduate of MCHS, wisely.” Latoya Newby, Alexander spoke to the dress for success. Many Mattair, who now lives Merv Mattair and Madison County High Department of Health students about how to students wore collared in Gainesville, Fla., said the participants, spent School (MCHS) in program manager, interact with Law shirts, dress slacks and he wanted young men time demonstrating on conjunction with the talked to the students Enforcement. He talked dress suits for all ages. to understand that it the proper procedures Madison Department of about how to conduct about respect, pride, Kelvin Mattair, was important to carry to wear and tie a tie. At Health partnered to themselves and how being polite and chief executive officer themselves in a way the program’s end, motivate young males to interact with law courteous. of JBU L.L.C. Youth that was respectful. every student received a to achieve in school and enforcement. “When you display Mentoring Program, “The time you new tie and a notebook life on Friday, April 12. “Always put your confidence and was the keynote spend is beneficial to to assist in the journey Wilhelm Kopke led the best foot forward by humility, you will grow speaker. He gave a you,” he said. toward success. pledge of allegiance, dressing for appearance to be a better man,” he powerful “Just Be You” “Remember, you have Glyndell B. Presley which was followed by and success,” Newby explained. speech. The speech 1,080 minutes a day, contributed to this a welcome from told the young men. Tamara Johnson focused on making the and you should treat it story.

Photo Submitted MCHS males dress for success. Wilsey participates in Florida High School High Tech 2019 Jeannie Amendola Speech and Research Contest

Silver Lariat: She expounded on By Mike Radel publicly-funded universities, junior Madison County High colleges, technical and School Senior, Lynsey trade schools, and Wilsey, recently private, for-profit participated in The Able colleges. Trust Regional Speech Wilsey highlighted Competition with other in her speech that all students from the post-secondary Northwest/Florida education has its Panhandle. The topic advantages and presented for the Second disadvantages for those Annual Jeannie choosing a career path. Amendola Speech and Wilsey plans to attend Research Contest was North Florida “Compare and Contrast Community College Post-Secondary since it currently meets Education Options.” her needs and is close to Wilsey’s research and home. speech covered the Wilsey placed in the decision each student top three of seven faces when choosing competitors in the Photo Submitted what college to attend. contest. Linsey Wilsey, a MCHS senior, pictured front center participated in a speech and research contest. SCHOOL Madison County Carrier » Wednesday, April 17, 2019 » 15

NFCC awarded $1.1 million National Science Foundation grant for middle school STEM program Story Submitted experience while providing creative learning incentives that expose middle school students and North Florida Community College (NFCC) will teachers to practical applications of the science and begin a new STEM (Science, Technology, mathematics curriculum. I applaud NFCC’s faculty Engineering and Mathematics) outreach program for helping secure this federal-level grant and bring for area middle schools this fall thanks to a $1.1 this exciting initiative to our community and million federal grant award by the National Science students.” Foundation (NSF). Teams of middle school students and The mission of the program is to enhance teachers will form during NFCC’s fall STEM awareness, motivation and skills for rural, term, late August through December middle school youth in Hamilton, Jefferson, 2019. Selected students will Lafayette, Madison, Suwannee and Taylor counties. design, construct and Selected middle school students will participate in optimize their robotic engineering challenges using remote controlled vehicles during the robotic vehicles. Challenges will be performed on college’s 2020 spring sea (water), air and land (SEAL). Each student will semester, January design and build their own robot and, equipped through May. In the with a microcomputer, learn how to remotely summer of 2020, the control and move the robot. Students will also learn first NFCC STEM how to attach actuators and sensors to the robotic SEALs Engineering vehicle in preparation for a final STEM SEALs Competition will be held on competition between participants. School and the NFCC campus in Madison, Fla. Applications college faculty will serve as mentors throughout the will be made available to area middles schools this project. fall. “The NFCC STEM SEALs program provides The NSF grant was awarded to NFCC on an exceptional opportunity to teachers and students Monday, April 1, 2019 and extends over a three- in our district,” said NFCC professor Dr. Guenter year period through March 21, 2022. For more Maresch, the grants principal investigator. “The information, contact Dr. Guenter Maresch at 850- grant funding allows NFCC to raise the educational 973-1632 or [email protected]. Commercial Driver’s License certification course begins June 7, at NFCC Story Submitted June and on track to a Training can be including city and program and opportunity Center (Bldg. 13, RM new career in the completed in less than country roads, and for those looking for a 221) in Madison, Fla. on The North Florida trucking industry. To be five months and focuses practice driving during new, in-demand career.” the following dates. For Community College considered for the on basic driving skills; both day and night time Classes begin June 7 more details, contact (NFCC) Career and program, potential material handling frames. Since the and will meet Friday, Rachel Bunting at (850) Technical Education students must be at least equipment; basic program began, NFCC Saturday and Sunday 973-9454 or email Center is working to get 18-years-old and must maneuvers such as has partnered with area evenings with hours [email protected]. potential students ready attend an orientation backing, docking and trucking and logging varying to compensate Thursday, April 18, 2019 to begin NFCC’s session in April or May handling; and safety businesses to help for night driving 2 p.m.-3 p.m. Commercial Driver’s at NFCC to determine measures. Students are expand the program and requirements. Potential Friday, April 26, 2019 License (CDL-Class A) program and scholarship taught to drive on connect graduates with students are required to 2 p.m.-3 p.m. certification program in eligibility. various terrains, area employers. attend a one-hour NFCC Friday, May 3, 2019 According to Rick CDL-Class A Orientation 2 p.m.-3 p.m. Davis, Associate Dean of Session. Orientation Tuesday, May 14, 2019 Economic Development sessions will be held at 6 p.m.-7 p.m. & Technical Programs at the NFCC Career and Thursday, May 23, 2019 NFCC, “this is a great Technical Education 9 a.m.-10 a.m.

JMPHS fairs well at contest

Photo Submitted Four students from James Madison Preparatory High School (JMPHS) par- ticipated in the Florida State Land Judging Contest, on Friday, March 29, in Jay, Fla. 30 state chapters of the Future Farmers of America (FFA) were pre- sent for the competition and the ladies from JMPHS did a great job, placing 15th in their first attempt in the team competitions. Pictured from left to right, are: Trinity Bush, Shelby Shipley, Alyssa Terry and Brea Glaze. 16 » Wednesday, April 17, 2019 » Madison County Carrier FAITH & FAMILY A tale of epic proportions

Savannah Reams: afflicted, yet He did not much different Christ Greene Publishing, Inc. open His mouth. Like a than the Christ who is lamb led to the slaughter often depicted in the Throughout the ages, and like a sheep silent stained glass and art many have interpreted before her shearers, He work of the Roman the life, death and did not open His mouth.” Catholic Church and resurrection of Christ in This verse has been the many protestant different ways. inspiration for songs and churches. He is rendered Christians of all different art-- the idea of Jesus as a brave warrior-- a denominations have their Christ as the ultimate knight who valiantly own ideas and martyr-- the passive, approaches Calvary, speculations, sometimes meek and mild Lamb of climbs upon the cross even drifting from God who died for the and dies for the sins of scripture, on how the sins of all. The popular all-- not because he has historical, universe- symbol of Christ on the to, but because he wants altering event took place. cross, the crucifix, to; he chooses his fate Isaiah prophesies of displays a gentle, and therefore chooses to Christ's suffering and minimally-wounded, save humanity. A portion death in Isaiah 53:7: “He Christ figure. Many cling of the poem, narrated was oppressed and to the crucifix, however, from the perspective of perhaps many forget to the cross, itself, goes like remember that, after this: willingly being beaten, “And then I saw the scourged and brutally Lord of all mankind Greenville murdered, Christ came Hasten with eager down from the cross; he zeal that He might mount revival defeated death and rose Upon me. I durst not again-- he's alive and a against God's word conquering hero. Bend down or break, set for The Anglo-Saxons when I saw tremble all were a people who The surface of the June inhabited Great Britain earth. Although I might John Willoughby: th from the 5 century; Have struck down all Greene Publishing, Inc. including Germanic the foes, yet stood I fast. Photo Submitted tribes who migrated to Then the young hero A revival is coming! the island from (who was God almighty) Pastor Bryant Thigpen continental Europe. Got ready, resolute is portrayed much like slaughter," was a symbol because all who take up with St. John's Anglo-Saxons were soon and strong in heart. Beowulf-- a mighty for the sacrifice He made a sword will perish by a Missionary Baptist converted to Christianity, He climbed onto the warrior. for our sins. However, sword. Or do you think Church, in Greenville, is however they maintained lofty gallows-tree, Perhaps the Anglo- make no mistake, He that I cannot call on My excited to announce that many Germanic Bold in the sight of Saxons were on to never lost His almighty Father, and He will dates for the summer traditions. Anglo-Saxon many watching men, something. Christ was authority. In the book of provide Me at once with revival are now set. culture glorified the When He intended to indeed whipped, Matthew, when the more than 12 legions of Join Thigpen and the warrior-- the hero who redeem mankind.” scourged and beaten to a pharisees have Jesus angels? How, then, congregation as they willingly battled until the (Translation by pulp-- He was weakened arrested, Peter lunges to would the Scriptures be celebrate the wonderful death. After all, this Richard Hamer, 1970) and was not physically protect Him and cuts off fulfilled that say it must news of Jesus Christ same culture produced While the poem, in able to "climb the cross" one of the soldiers' ears. happen this way?’” during a four-night the epic poem, its entirety, isn't like the Christ figure in But, Jesus reminds Peter Matthew 26:52. revival. Robbie “Beowulf.” Thus, from biblically accurate, it Dream of the Rood. that they are not taking At this moment, Harrington, pastor of the Anglo-Saxon culture, provides an interesting However, like the Him by force-- He is Jesus makes it very clear Calvary Baptist Church, emerged “The Dream of perspective of Christ, Saxons described, He allowing them to do so that He is mighty enough in Lake Park, Ga., has the Rood,” one of the who is portrayed as willingly died for the and thereby fulfilling to call on 12 legions of been invited to bring the earliest Christian poems being "with eager zeal," sins of the world. Isaiah's God's will: “Then Jesus angels-- no force on Word of God beginning in Old English literature. "ready," "resolute" and description of Christ as a told him, ‘Put your Earth could hold the Son on Sunday evening, June The poem depicts a "strong in heart." Christ "lamb led to the sword back in its place of God down if it weren't 23, at 6 p.m. Harrington His will. He truly was will also take the pulpit and is the conquering at 7 p.m. on Monday, ACTS Church to host hero of which the Anglo- June 24; Tuesday, June Saxons described. Jesus 25; and Wednesday, June Easter weekend willingly allowed 26. soldiers to beat Him, St. John's Missionary whip Him and tear His Baptist Church is located celebrations flesh. He allowed them at 5905 NW Lovett Rd., to hang Him on the cross in Greenville. Visit and kill Him-- in order to www.SJMBCGreenville. John Willoughby: save the world. His where you can celebrate take you through a study of 2018, the ACTS com or stay up-to-date by actions far outshine Greene Publishing, Inc. the resurrection of Jesus that dives into the last Church leads by liking the church's Beowulf's epic battle Christ all weekend long. seven sayings of Jesus example, exemplifying Facebook page, with the ferocious Are you looking for a On Good Friday, Christ before his death on the greatest @SJMBCGreenville. You monster, Grendel; place to visit for Easter? April 19, join the the cross. The program commandment: love. The may also call (850) 948- Hercules’ encounter with Join the ACTS Church, congregation as members will begin at 7 p.m. ACTS Church is located 1689. the nine-headed Lernean Resurrection Sunday at 182 College Dr., in Hydra or any heroic services will take place Madison. For more myth, fable or tale to on Easter Sunday, April information, call (850) ever be told-- and Jesus' 21, beginning at 3 p.m. 739-2609. You may story was and is reality. All are welcome to attend follow ACTS Church As Good Friday this celebration. After on Facebook or approaches, many services, children will Instagram, using ponder the death of partake in an exciting @ACTSchurchFL. You Christ and, on Easter Easter egg hunt. may also visit Sunday, His resurrection. Founded in February www.actschurchfl.com. However, how many acknowledge the event for what it was?-- an epic battle, a triumph, the ultimate defeat of sin and death, the moment when God, in the form of man, sacrificed himself so that everyone might live forever. FAITH & FAMILY Madison County Carrier » Wednesday, April 17, 2019 » 17 Madison First Baptist AWANAs off to the races

Photo Submitted There is no doubt that If your church is having an event, please let us these kids know! E-mail your church announcements to were proud of their trophies [email protected] or for speed and call (850) 973-4141. design at the AWANA Grand April 17 Prix, at Madison First United Methodist Madison First Baptist Church will be hosting the Wednesday, Church. April 17, service for Holy Week, beginning Pictured from at 12 p.m. A light lunch will follow the left to right, service. Madison First United Methodist are: Clayton Bradfield, Church is located at 348 SW Rutledge St., Bayleigh in Madison. Bradfield and Kyler Bernard. April 18 Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church will be hosting the Thursday, April 18, service for Holy Week, beginning at 12 p.m. Pastor Jason Justus, from Madison Church of God, will be the guest speaker and a light lunch will follow. Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church is located at 518 W Dade St., in Madison.

April 18 Madison First United Methodist Church will be holding their Maundy Thursday service at 6:30 p.m. The church is located at 348 SW Rutledge St., in Madison.

April 19 Madison First United Methodist Photo Submitted Church will be holding their Good Friday These gentlemen have a front row seat to the Service at 6:30 p.m. The church is located Photo Submitted action during the AWANA Grand Prix, on Wednes- at 348 SW Rutledge St., in Madison. Lauri Thigpen demonstrates that the best part day, March 27, at Madison First Baptist Church. of the AWANA Grand Prix is getting to eat the car Pictured from left to right, are: Caleb Richardson, after the race. Gus Hardee and Fisher Webb. April 19 First Baptist Church of Madison will be hosting the Friday, April 19, service for Holy Week, beginning at 12 p.m. Pastor Dr. Gary Cox will be the guest speaker and a light lunch will follow. First Baptist Church is located at 134 SW Meeting St., in Madison.

April 19 ACTS Church will be celebrating Good Friday with a special message, entitled "The Last Seven Sayings." Speakers for the sayings will be those preparing for the ministry. Everyone is invited to attend. ACTS Church is located at 182 College Loop, in Madison.

Photo Submitted Mickey Starling: Greene Publishing, Inc. Brian Townsend (center) steadies the ramp as Fisher Webb (left) and Gracelynn Newsome (right) prepare to race during the AWANA Grand Prix. On Wednesday, March 27, the AWANAs from Madison First Baptist Church enjoyed their yearly Grand Prix, featuring some of the best looking and, in some cases, the best tasting cars around. Kids were awarded for best speed and best design for their Enjoy Easter homemade race cars. Everyone was a winner in this special night of fun and fellowship. In the speed category, Clayton Bradfield won fun at Faith first place and his sister, Bayleigh Bradfield took second place. Kyler Bernard won third place, For the Baptist Church design category, Logan Bass won first place, with FiFirirsrst United Methodidisist Churcrch Mickey Starling: Emma Greene taking the second place award. Kailyn 348 SW Rutledge St. • Madison Greene Publishing, Inc. Newsome won the third place honors. Pastor, Lamar Albritton, Jr. DiscipleshipDiscipleship StudiesStudies ...... 9:009:00 andand 11:0011:00 a.m.a.m. The community is invited to enjoy a day of free WorshipWorship SServiceervice ...... 110:000:00 aa.m..m. festivities and fun for Easter, on Saturday, April 20, at 11 a.m., at Faith Baptist Church. There will be Macedodoniaia Bapaptisist Churcrch plenty of food, a bounce house, sno cones and more. 5539 E US 90 • Lee Some of the possible guests at the event include SundaySunday School...... School...... 10:0010:00 a.m.a.m. WorshipWorship ServiceService ...... 11:0011:00 a.m.a.m. members of the Madison Fire Department, WednesdayWednesday PrayerPrayer MeetingMeeting ...... 6:006:00 p.m.p.m. Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs), local law enforcement officers and a life flight helicopter. A wonderful Easter egg hunt will also be part of the Mididwdwayay Churcrch ofof God fun. 2485 SE Midway Church Rd. • Lee Also, everyone is invited to their sunrise service (850) 971-5200 • Pastor, Retis Flowers SundaySunday SchoolSchool ...... 10:0010:00 a.m.a.m. on Sunday, April 21, at Lake Frances, beginning at MorningMorning WorshipWorship ...... 111:001:00 aa.m..m. 7:15 a.m. Breakfast will follow at the Faith Baptist EEveningvening WWorshiporship ...... 66:00:00 pp.m..m. Church Fellowship Hall. Faith Baptist Church is WWednesdayednesday FFamilyamily TTrainingraining HHourour ...... 77:00:00 pp.m.m located at 1135 E US Hwy. 90, in Madison.

La33n9dmd9m Wa UrkrSk HBwapayp 9t0isi s• tM aCdhisuorcrnch (850) 973-7190 • Pastor, Robert Ledford SSundayunday SchoolSchool ...... 9:459:45 a.m.a.m. MorningMorning WWorshiporship ...... 111:001:00 aa.m..m. EEveningvening - BBTCTC ...... 66:00:00 pp.m..m. EEveningvening WWorshiporship ...... 77:00:00 pp.m..m. WWednesdayednesday PPrayerrayer MMeetingeeting ...... 77:30:30 pp.m..m. 18 » Wednesday, April 17, 2019 » Madison County Carrier CLASSIFIEDS & LEGALS HELP SERVICES FOR RENT WANTED LEGALS FLORIDA Ready for a new career? 915 square foot Advertising Sales Become a CNA Commercial Office Representative (salesman) PRESS Quest Training offers day Building; downtown needed. SERVICES, and evening classes Madison; Shelby Ave; Our newspaper office is No GED required if you across from the courthouse seeking an outstanding INC. are 18 or older and post office. Call individual to STATEWIDE Now scheduling Emerald at (850) 997-3568 join or sales team. January classes. Do you possess a sunny, CLASSIFIED 386-362-1065 11/23, rtn friendly attitude? Can you talk with customers easily PROGRAM 12/05-04/26 pd and help them feel at STATEWIDE !!!AFFORDABLE home? Do you have a HOUSING!!! good personality and CLASSIFIED BE FIRST ON THE LOVE to talk on the ADS FOR FOR SALE LIST FOR A 2, 3 OR 4 telephone? BEDROOM! If you are a team player, 04/15/2019 Play Ground for the kids, able to handle multiple Farm-fresh eggs for sale. Onsite Laundry Facility, tasks, have a friendly THROUGH $3 dozen / $5 for 18 Spacious 1,2,3 and can-do- attitude, a great 04/21/2019 Call (850) 869-0442 4 bedroom floor plans, work ethic, are organized, Leave a message or send Gas, Water and Refuse and self-motivated then this text message paid for. Swing by today job might be just for you. 150 SW @ Bum Gardner Must have valid 04/03, 04/10, 04/17, 04/24 03/06-rtn, n/c Dr. Madison, FL. driver’s license. 850-973-4290 TTD 711 Apply in person at Greene FLORIDA - STATEWIDE Equal Housing Schools & Instruction Publishing, Inc’s newspaper AVIATION Grads work with Newspaper Bundles Opportunity office, located at 1695 JetBlue, United, Delta and For Sale $2 each 01/31- rtn, ch South SR 53, in Madison, others- start here with hands Greene Publishing, Inc. or to set up an interview on training for FAA 1695 S. SR 53 in HELP call (850) 973-4141 or you certification. Financial aid if Madison (850) 973-4141. may fax your resume to qualified. Call AIM 888-242- (850) 973-4121 2649. 12/10 - rtn, n/c WANTED 03/20-rtn, n/c MEDICAL OFFICE TRAINING PROGRAM! Asphalt Milling, Town of Greenville Online training for Medical 18 tons, $400 load. Public Works Laborer Billing & Coding career! Call Paul Kinsley at Print NO PRIOR TRAINING IS (850) 464-1230 The Town of Greenville REQUIRED! (pop 837) is seeking to fill CTI can have you trained & 12/10 - rtn, n/c ready! the position of Laborer in 1-88-471-3711 AskCTI.com the Public Works Auctions Department. A strong work NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE ethic is essential. OF COLLATERAL Tablet Adams Arms LLC, Chapter FOR RENT Work is performed under • 679 the direction of the Public Tuesday, April 30, 2019 at Works Supervisor. Primary 11:00 A.M. 1551 Gunn Highway, Odessa, duties include unskilled FL 33556 work in the performance of Smartphone Full day inspection on 04/03, 04/10, 04/17, 04/24 manual labor tasks and 04/29/19 from 10 AM to 4 related activities. Duties • PM. may also include operation Private inspection available $199 Move-In Special!! of light Public Works upon request. vehicles and equipment. Well-Established Rifle 1, 2 & 3 BR HC & Manufacturer specializing in non-HC accessible apts. The individual must possess Computer cutting edge technology and Rental assistance may first and only patented retrofit a high school diploma or • kit for superior performance be available. HUD equivalency. Must pass full rifles. vouchers accepted. background check and drug Collateral will include all Call 850-948-3056. testing. Must have a valid tangible and intangible assets Florida CDL license and Subscribe owned by Adams Arms, LLC TDD/TTY 711. 192 NW acceptable driving record. and will be sold in one lot. Greenville Pointe Trail, Complete asset list upon Greenville, FL 32331. Salary negotiable. 40 hours Now! request. Equal Housing per week. Apply at Visit Opportunity CareerSource North Florida www.moeckerauctions.com or rtn, c call (954) 252-2887 for details. or at Greenville City Hall To register: $20,000 154 SW Old Mission Gardenia Square refundable certified deposit. Avenue, Greenville, FL. (850) 10% BP will apply. 2BD/1BA Apartments AB-1098, AU-3219, Eric (Rental Assistance Position open until filled. Rubin Available) Fully Accessible Unit Available Periodically. The Town of Greenville is an Live & Online Public Auction 363 S.W. Parramore Equal Employment 973-4141 April 25, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. Ave. #501 Opportunity/Affirmative Sullivan Bros Construction, Action/Equal Opportunity 04/03, 04/10, 04/17, 04/24 Madison, Fl. 32340 Housing/Section 504 Employer LLC. (850) 973-2393 19612 SW 69 Place, Fort TTYACS-711. 04/17 Lauderdale, FL 33332 This Institution is an Heavy Equipment & Vehicles: Equal Opportunity Provider CDL drivers needed, Class 2006 Komatsu D41P-6 and Employer. B. Apply in person only at Crawler Tractor - (2) 2005 Scruggs Concrete Company Sakai SV201D Vibratory 10/03- rtn, ch Rollers - 2006 Ford F-250 186 SW Commerce Dr., XLT Super Duty Crew Cab in Madison Turbo Diesel Truck - 2013 IMMEDIATE OPENING 01/14-rtn, ch Chevrolet 3500 HD Dually for 2, 3 and 4 bedroom Flatbed Utility Turbo Diesel Truck apartment for qualified Ware Oil & Supply www.moeckerauctions.com applicants, contact the Co., is looking for Preview: Day of sale 9-11 AM. Leasing Office at 150 SW CDL Drivers. 15%-18% BP. Bum Gardener Drive. Must have Hazmat and ABC Case #50 2019-CA (850) 973-4290. Tanker Endorsement. 000611 XXXX MB (850) 584-6666 $500 refundable cash deposit 02/23 - rtn, c 11/2 - rtn, c to bid. (800) 840-BIDS AB-1098 AU-3219, Eric Ad Builder/Graphic Rubin Designer needed for the Madison County Carrier and The Madison Enterprise-Recorder Donate A Boat RENT SPECIAL newspapers. The position Move in paying half of or Car Today! includes designing and 04/03, 04/10, 04/17, 04/24 the security deposit and building the ads for both first months rent. Then weekly papers and laying have 90 days to pay the out the newspaper. Must be other half of the securi- able to work well under “2-Night Free Vacation!” ty deposit. HUD vouch- Notice of Public Sale, Notice is hereby given that on 5/6/19 at 10:30 am, the pressure and maintain a following vehicle will be sold at public auction pursuant to F.S. 713.585 to satisfy ers accepted. 2 & 3 BR team player relationship 800-700- BOAT towing, storage, and labor charges: 2012 NISS #JN8AS5MT2CW606616. The HC & non-HC accessi- with co-workers. (2628)(2628) vehicle will be sold for $5372.95. Sale will be held by lienor at Kelley’s Body Shop- 615 NE Colin Kelly Hwy, Madison, FL 32340, 850-973-6280. Pursuant to ble apts. Call 850-973- Experience and/or www.boatangel.com F.S. 713.585, the cash sum amount of $5372.95 would be sufficient to redeem the 8582, TDD/TTY 711. education in this field sponsored by boat angel outreach centers STOP CRIMES AGAINST CHILDREN vehicle from the lienor. Any owner, lien holders, or interested parties have a right 315 SW Lawson Circle, to a hearing prior to the sale by filing a demand with the Madison County Clerk of preferred. Experience with Circuit Court for disposition. The owner has a right to recover possession of the Madison, FL 32340. Quark Express and/or vehicle prior to the sale, by posting a bond pursuant to F.S. 559.917, and if sold, Equal Housing Oppor- proceeds remaining from the sale will be deposited with the Clerk of the Circuit Photoshop a must. Apply in Court in Madison County for disposition. Lienor reserves the right to bid. tunity. “In accordance person only at the Greene with federal law and Publishing building, LEGAL 04/17 U.S. Department of located at 1695 S. SR 53, in Agriculture policy, this Madison, or you may fax institution is prohibited your resume to from discrimination on (850) 973-4121, or call for LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE the basic of race, color, an interview at MADISON COUNTY MADISON COUNTY national origin, age, (850) 973-4141 TRANSPORTATION DISADVANTAGED COORDINATING BOARD TRANSPORTATION DISADVANTAGED COORDINATING BOARD disability, religion, sex, PUBLIC WORKSHOP BUSINESS MEETING 03/20-rtn, n/c and familial status. (Not The North Central Florida Regional Planning Council announces a public The North Central Florida Regional Planning Council announces a business all prohibited bases workshop to which all persons are invited. meeting to which all persons are invited. apply to all programs.) Madison Health and Rehab DATE AND TIME: May 6, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. DATE AND TIME: May 6, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter the To file a complaint of Center has the following public workshop PLACE: County Commissioners Meeting Room in the Madison County discrimination, write positions open: Courthouse Annex located at 112 East Pinckney Street, Madison, PLACE: County Commissioners Meeting Room in the Madison County USDA, Director, Office • RN or LPN (full-time Florida. Courthouse Annex located at 229 Pinckney Street, Madison, Florida. of Civil Rights, 1400 7AM to 7PM shift) AND GENERAL SUBJECT MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED: To conduct a public Independence Avenue, •RN or LPN (full-time workshop for the purpose of receiving public comment relating to the local GENERAL SUBJECT MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED: To conduct the SW., Washington, D.C. 7PM to 7AM shift) - transportation services provided under Florida’s Transportation regular business of the Madison County Transportation Disadvantaged 20250-9410 or call ***$1,000 sign-on Disadvantaged Program in Madison County. Coordinating Board. (800)-795-3272 (voice) bonus*** A copy of the agenda may be obtained by contacting: North Central Florida A copy of the agenda may be obtained by contacting: North Central Florida Regional Planning Council, 2009 NW 67th Place, Gainesville, Florida 32653- Regional Planning Council, 2009 NW 67th Place, Gainesville, Florida 32653- or (202)-720-6382 •LPN (PRN) 1603. 1603. (TDD.)” “This •Full-time CNA’s (all Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person institution is an equal shifts) - ***$500 sign-on requiring special accommodations to participate in this public workshop is asked requiring special accommodations to participate in this public hearing and opportunity provider bonus*** to advise the agency at least 2 business days before the public workshop by business meeting is asked to advise the agency at least 2 business days before the and employer.” Please apply in person at: contacting 352.955.2200. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the meeting by contacting 352.955.2200. If you are hearing or speech impaired, agency using the Florida Relay Service, 1.800. 955.8771 (TDD) or 1.800. please contact the agency using the Florida Relay Service, 1.800. 955.8771 (TDD) TDD phone number 2481 West US 90, Madison, 955.8770 (Voice). or 1.800. 955.8770 (Voice). FL, between the hours of If any person decides to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any If any person decides to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any 8AM to 4PM, Monday- matter considered at the public workshop, he/she will need to ensure that a matter considered at the meeting, he/she will need to ensure that a verbatim record Friday verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes the testimony of the proceeding is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence from EOE/DFWP and evidence from which the appeal is to be issued. which the appeal is to be issued. 04/17 rtn, c 04/03-rtn, ch 04/17