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WEDNESDAY, MAY 26, 2021 PUTNAM COUNTY’S COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER $1 3 Deadly Days in Putnam County Police department, sheriff’s office investigating 3 fatal shootings in as many days Putnam County Sheriff’s Office By Nick BlaNk deputies and Christian Sanchez, 23, was killed in a shooting outside a Palatka Daily News Keown Avenue home in Pomona Park at about 6:30 p.m. vehicles are at [email protected] the scene of a Monday. fatal shooting The agency said detectives are continuing to investi- Monday Putnam County and city of Palatka authorities are gate the area and are searching for information about evening in investigating three fatal shootings that occurred between suspicious activity at Willard F. Hazen Memorial Park Pomona Park. Sunday and Tuesday. prior to the shooting. Joseph Brinson, 41, died in a fatal shooting at about Information pertaining to suspects or the events lead- Submitted photo 12:30 a.m. Tuesday. Palatka Police Department Capt. ing up to the Pomona Park shooting was not released by Matt Newcomb said the shooting happened in the 800 block of North 11th Street. According to the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office, See DEADLY, Page 5A Remembering a Pioneer

SARAH CAVACINI/Palatka Daily News South Putnam residents wear “Don’t Poop on Putnam” shirts to a Board of County Commissioners meeting Tuesday to advocate not dumping biosolids near residential property. Residents turn up nose as biosolids permit sought again

By Sarah cavaciNi Palatka Daily News [email protected]

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners has not yet wiped away biosolid concerns but instead has placed the topic on the board’s June 8 workshop agenda. NICK BLANK/Palatka Daily News A group of South Putnam County residents attend- Brenda Strickland-Brown looks over several tributes to her mother, Mary Strickland, inset, a teacher who helped integrate the faculty at ed Tuesday morning’s board meeting, telling commis- Interlachen Elementary School in 1966. sioners they don’t want anyone to “poop on Putnam.” The conversation stemmed from an application submitted earlier this year to Planning and Development Services from a Lake Como property Daughter, community look back fondly on beloved educator owner who wants to dump Class B biosolids on his property. By Nick BlaNk The original application was withdrawn in March, Interlachen Elementary School. students from the school because of but Jim Troiano, the outgoing executive director of Palatka Daily News After the Putnam County School District Strickland’s presence. Putnam County [email protected] Planning and Development Services, said the owner began voluntary integration in 1966, it was Sheriff’s Office deputies later had to escort resubmitted a special use permit application Tuesday inevitable Black teachers would teach in previ- buses. afternoon to apply biosolids on 56 of 304 property An Interlachen educator who paved the ously-white schools. Strickland was chosen to One member of the group event accused acres. way for integration in the late 1960s was fond- teach at Interlachen Elementary for the 1966- Strickland of attacking her daughter. But residents near the property worry about the ly remembered by family, superintendents and 1967 school year. Strickland was arrested with the district post- potential smell, contaminated water and wildlife former students for her legacy. Former Superintendent Carey Ferrell, who ing bond and providing her legal defense. endangerment. Mary Strickland, who died April 28 at 97 ushered in the desegregation process, said After the court ruled in favor of Strickland, years old, began her teaching career at the seg- Strickland was regarded as one of the best regated Oak Grove Elementary School in teachers in West Putnam County. However, See PERMIT, Page 5A Johnson in 1956. She retired in 1988 at white parents started a campaign to remove See PIONEER, Page 6A

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Shuler, Britni Rodgers, Church in Palatka, where she and was well-known for his sto- Hansford of Palatka, Pauline ished even more when his Obituaries McKinley Belk, Skyler Spears, was involved with the prayer rytelling and sharing his “tall- Campbell (Aaron) of Ocala work with LIMRA concluded. Casey Payton, Cameryn train ministry. In her leisure tales.” and Christopher (Nina) McRee Simultaneously, he immersed Kilburn, Brystal Sadler, Tiffany time, Judy enjoyed ceramics He was preceded in death by of Virginia; nine grandchil- himself in multiple entrepre- Odom, Alexandra Cummins, and thoroughly loved doing his parents, George E. “Red” dren, Austin (Elaina) Rogers, neurial endeavors. Obituaries are paid advertis- Eleanor Cummins, Kara things with her grandkids. Knox III and Nellie Usina Jenna Hansford, Taylor An affable man with a ing written by funeral homes MaClaire Ott, Madison Odom, She was preceded in death by Knox. Hansford, Joshua Hansford, unique sense of humor, Alfred based upon information pro- Danicka Odom, Lillian Odom, her parents, Lanell W. Lane and George is survived by a sister, Bradley Sadler, James nevertheless bore the burden vided by families. Death notices Kiley Rhodes, Maddie Rhodes, Dewey Lane Sr.; a sister, Cindy Ginger Knox of Flagler Beach, Campbell, Wyatt Campbell, of more than 18 years of incar- are brief announcements pub- Baileigh Mohundro, Amy Vinson; and a brother, Dewey and numerous cousins. Abigail McRee and Caleb ceration for a crime he did not lished at no charge. Proctor, Alyssa Proctor, Lily Lane Jr. Graveside services will be McRee; three siblings, John C. commit. DNA evidence proved Mae Proctor, Grace Proctor, Judy is survived by her hus- Saturday, May 29, 2021, at 10 Schag of Palatka, Ronald his innocence, and he was fully Ruby F. Cummins Carrington Proctor and Grace band of 21 years, Ron Friello; a.m. at San Mateo Cemetery (Genia) Schag of Palatka and exonerated on March 1, 2018. Powers. She also had two her children, Amy McGinn, with Dr. Robert J. Mills officiat- Deborah (George) Grosskopf He spent his last years thank- Ruby Faye Cummins, 86, of great-great-grandchildren, Brittney Barady, Lisa Pidgeon, ing. The U.S. Air Force will also of New York; three nieces; two ing and serving God, his Hesterville, Miss., passed away Ryder Belk and Emerson Michael Friello and Misti render military honors. No visi- nephews; and a multitude of Master; enjoying and spending after a long battle with Rodgers. Balzer; several loving grand- tation is scheduled. friends. quality time with family; and Alzheimer’s on Thursday, May Her hobbies included quilt- children; and a sister, Deborah In lieu of flowers, memorial A gathering of friends will be striving to manage his health. 20, 2021, at Haven Hospice in ing, woodworking, crafting, Cochrone. donations may be sent to the Saturday, May 29, 2021, at He never gave up! Palatka. volunteering with church Services celebrating Judy’s San Mateo Presbyterian Masters Funeral Home in In addition to his parents, Funeral services will be events, gardening and being life will be 10 a.m. Thursday, Church, P.O. Box 57, San Palatka from 3–5 p.m. Alfred was preceded in eternal Thursday, May 27, 2021, at 2 with family. She was born and May 27, 2021, at Southside Mateo, FL 32187, or to Messages of encouragement rest by his sister, Helen Ware p.m. at Jordan raised in Attala County, Miss. Baptist Church with Pastor Rodeheaver Boys Ranch, 380 or sympathy may be expressed Jackson, six brothers, Preston Funeral Home She was preceded in death by Shaun Thomas officiating. Boys Ranch Road, Palatka, FL in her online guestbook at Jackson, Eugene Redding, Chapel in her husband of 48 years, Samuel Burial will follow at Etoniah 32177. www.themastersfuneralhomes. James Theodore Ware, Dr. Kosciusko, D. Cummins; parents, Marvin Cemetery in Bardin. The family Memories and condolences com. Robert Ware, Johnny Lee Ware Miss., with and Carrie Rule; siblings, Cora will receive friends Wednesday may be expressed to the family Masters Funeral Home of and Larry Leon Swinton. burial to fol- Cummins, James Rule, T.J. Rule from 5-7 p.m. at Johnson- at George’s Book of Memories Palatka is in charge of arrange- He leaves to cherish his low at and Bess Byington; and grand- Overturf Funeral Home in page at www.johnsonoverturf- ments. memories: two sons whom he P a r k w a y daughter, Tiffany Vance. Palatka. funerals.com. loved dearly, Alvin (Mary) Cemetery. She is the sunshine of her In lieu of flowers, the family Arrangements are entrusted Alfred G. Swinton Swinton of New Britain, Conn., Visitation will family and they love her to the requests memorial donations to Johnson-Overturf Funeral and Reginald Swinton of be Wednesday, May 26 (today) moon and back. be sent to Southside Baptist Home in Palatka. Alfred Gene Swinton, 72, of Bloomfield, Conn.; two dear from 5–7 p.m. Brother Les Memories and condolences Church, 2920 Browns Landing Bloomfield, Conn., peacefully and loving sisters, a tenacious Ferguson of the South may be expressed to the family Road, Palatka, FL 32177. Regina Schag entered eternal rest at St. advocate and committed care- Huntington Church of Christ at Ruby’s Book of Memories Memories and condolences Francis Hospital on Monday, giver, Pastor Jessie S. White of will be officiating. page at www.johnsonoverturf- may be expressed to the family Regina Schag, 65, of Palatka, May 3, 2021. Bloomfield, Conn., and Jannie She was a devout member of funerals.com. at Judy’s Book of Memories passed away from this life, The son of Jesse James and Redmond of Apopka; two the Church of Christ, where she Local arrangements are page at www.johnsonoverturf- Wednesday, April 28, 2021, Sarah Sally (Jackson) Swinton, adored grandchildren, volunteered for as long as she entrusted to Johnson-Overturf funerals.com. from injuries sustained in an he was born Charnelle Swinton of Hartford, could. Funeral Home in Palatka. Arrangements are entrusted airplane accident. Tuesday, Sept. Conn., and Anisa Swinton of She is survived by her son, to Johnson-Overturf Funeral She was born in Queens, 28, 1948, in Springfield, Mass.; a precious Jerry Cummins of Millington, Judy Lane Friello Home in Palatka. N.Y., and moved to Florida in Palatka. He great-grandson, Tashorn Smith Tenn., and daughters, Darnell 1979 to live a was a partici- Jr. of Hartford, Conn.; two (James) Coleman of Hesterville, Judy Elaine Lane Friello, 62, George E. Knox IV less stressful pant in the treasured nieces, Cheryl Miss., Theresa (Steve) Proctor of Palatka, passed from this life and warmer first desegre- (Marvin) White-Mink of of North Pole, Ark., Rhonda Saturday, May 22, 2021, at George Edwin Knox IV, 79, life. Regina gated class at Bloomfield, Conn., and Lisa (Gary) Odom of Palatka and North Florida Regional Medical of San Mateo, passed from this was a certified Palatka South White-Smith of Windsor, Lisa (Steve) Vance of Duck Hill, Center in Gainesville following life Friday, May 21, 2021, at nursing assis- High School Conn.; and a host of other Miss. an extended illness. Advent Health Care Hospice – tant and via voluntary transfer in the cherished nieces, nephews, She has 15 grandchildren, Born in East Florida at SFM in Palm retired from 1965-1966 school year. Upon great-nieces, great-nephews, Jayson Cummins, Tonya Gainesville Coast following a brief illness. Governor’s graduation from Palatka South cousins and other relatives. Payton, Crystal Belk, David and raised in Born in Palatka, George was Creek Health in 1966, he relocated to A celebration of life will be Proctor, Derek Odom, Jennifer Palatka, Judy a 1960 graduate of Palatka High and Rehabilitation Center in Bloomfield, Conn., with his 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 26 at Mohundro, Angela Sharp, was a 1977 School and Green Cove Springs following relatives. Following the com- Flagg’s Chapel of Serenity, the Heather Odom, Christopher graduate of lifelong resi- more than 20 years of service. pletion of an associate degree Rev. Karl N. Flagg officiating. Proctor, Tiffany Vance, Palatka South dent of San She was an avid teddy bear-lov- at Greater Hartford Interment will be in Palatka Jonathan Odom, Jessica High School. M a t e o. H e er and collector. She enjoyed Community College, he Memorial Gardens. CDC Kilburn, Stephany Ott, Rebecca She returned served honorably in the U.S. Air flying, crocheting and, most of worked for The Hartford as a guidelines will be followed. Rhodes and Jessica Romeo. to Palatka in Force during the Vietnam War. all, spending time with family data processor. After an almost Online condolences may be She has 36 great-grandchil- 2018, moving from George worked as a machine and friends. She will always be 14-year tenure with The sent to the Swinton family: dren that include 12 boys, Blake Schenectady, N.Y. Years ago, repairman with Florida remembered for her contagious Hartford, he acquired employ- www.flaggserenitychapel. Shuler, Parker Belk, Samuel Judy worked as a waitress at Furniture Industries. He was a laugh and willingness to help in ment with Life Insurance com. Cummins II, Joshua Proctor, several local restaurants, member of San Mateo any way she could, no matter Marketing & Research Arrangements entrusted to Hendrik Proctor, Brian Proctor, including Angel’s, Jerry’s Drive- Presbyterian Church. In later what it was. Association, where he worked the care of Karl N. Flagg Hunter Sadler, Justin Sadler, In and Pizza Hut. While living years, he worked with Tommy Regina was preceded in death for approximately seven years. Serenity Memorial Chapel, Hayden Kilburn, Avery in New York, she was the man- Collins and Norfolk Southern by her parents, John M. and His passion for tinkering with 2400 Madison St. in Palatka. Kilburn, Chase Mohundro and ager of a Dollar Tree store in Railroad as a fishing guide. In Antoinette Schag. automobiles and electronics Kaleb Mohundro, and 24 girls, Albany, N.Y. Judy was an active addition to his love for fishing, Left to cherish her memory while employed with The Elizabeth Shuler, Samantha member of Southside Baptist George also enjoyed hunting are three children, Nikki (Joe) Hartford and LIMRA flour- See OBITUARIES, Page 5A

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is understandable Neighbor should help lorida is ready to move beyond the COVID- 19 pandemic. Without a doubt, Gov. Ron F DeSantis is relentless in pushing the state neighbor in US past that benchmark. His determination was again made clear Monday when the state Department of Economic Opportunity said Florida was withdraw- ho runs our country? Who is in isolation and people cut off from their jobs, ing from the Federal Pandemic Unemployment charge? Maybe my wandering for example. Compensation program. W thoughts have been driven by the The muddled mess of decisions about As reported in Tuesday’s Palatka Daily News, the craziness of the COVID pandemic that cer- COVID is just what the founding fathers state will stop providing $300 per week in additional tainly has brought these questions, well, into ordered. They might have a different saying: federal unemployment benefits beginning June 26. question. When everyone is in charge, the people are The reasoning behind the move is simple: With I recall the early days of the pandemic in charge. when President Donald Trump tried to seize That’s right. You are in charge. You select- state and federal unemployment payments com- control while also trying to keep Americans ed your mayor, your county commissioners, bined, the weekly pay is competitive with what calm. Many are critical of the way Trump your governor and your president. You can people earn at many restaurants, tourism business- handled the response to the virus, but I recall vote them out of office at an election that is es and many other hourly wage jobs. him asking people to wear masks and social- coming fairly soon. Even before the election, That’s problematic in a state where tourism is its ly distance themselves to stem the outbreak. I you have your hand on the strings of the bread and butter. There are not enough workers to recall him increasing the supply of respira- RUSTYSTARR puppets you have put in place. If people are fill the state’s employment needs in the hospitality tors. I recall him sending medical ships to tired of wearing masks, for example, they can New York and setting up special hospitals. I peacefully and bare-faced march on city hall. industry. As a result, many restaurants and other especially remember his coordination with lored to the needs of particular states and They could flood the governor’s office with related businesses have had to reduce hours, limit pharmaceutical companies to begin a “warp individual cities. At first, the responses were phone calls and emails. They could tweet, seating and operating days or even close because of speed” development of a vaccine. pretty much the same. Masks went on, some- tweet and tweet some more to unleash social the “dire labor shortage.” However, Trump eventually balked at the times under threat of fines and even jail time. media. That quote is from Carol Dover, Florida Restaurant idea of the president becoming all powerful Social distancing was also strongly suggested But, as the founding fathers set things up, and Lodging Association president and CEO. in the face of the crisis. Some think the presi- or mandated. you are not in charge by yourself. You and The hospitality industry was the hardest hit dent should have seized ultimate control, but Over time, sadly, the responses took on your neighbors are in charge. Our nation I feel some of the same people would have more the personality of the specific leaders requires collaboration. Sadly, instead of through the pandemic. The state’s tourism business criticized Trump if he had. than a collective thought about dealing with talking to each other, we are screaming. ground to a halt as COVID wreaked havoc physi- Trump, instead, went by the outline pro- a deadly virus. Some governors and mayors Sometimes we are screaming into the wind – cally and economically. vided by the founding fathers in the locked down everything while some were on a wind that only suits us when it is blowing Now, the labor shortage is another challenge for Constitution. He did things the federal gov- the other end of the spectrum, opening in our direction. It is the uncontrolled wind restaurants already struggling from having to lock ernment could do. He left many decisions to things as quickly as possible to avert the of social media where people mostly ignore their doors last year as the pandemic raged and governors. Governors, in turn, left many crushing blow COVID was having on their (unfriend) diverse exchange. It is a foul wind decisions to more local governments in jurisdiction’s economy. Mistakes were made of opinionated cable news and media outlets lockdowns were in place. Putnam restaurants and counties and cities. at both ends. that have abandoned the foundation of jour- businesses share in this dilemma. Years ago, I had a saying about human Some praise Gov. Ron DeSantis for taking nalism by forgetting to strive for unbiased Thankfully, vaccines have moved us to the point resources: When everyone is in charge, no a wise track in his decisions. I do think he reporting. where many restrictions are lifted in terms of social one is in charge. As a manager of people, I has been proven mostly correct, but I recall Our leaders have taken us in many direc- distancing, wearing masks and avoiding crowds. tried my best to give everyone ownership. I the great fear I had when he decided to get tions during this pandemic. You have the DeSantis wants the state open for business. He urged them to seek solutions that fit their kids, including my two granddaughters, back power to set a new direction or maintain the knows Florida’s economy runs on tourism dollars. needs and the needs of the organization in school. At the time, I wondered if he were status quo. Please stay involved. Listen to instead of relying on me to make all the deci- making a political point through a dangerous others, but make your own decisions. Pursue Without directly calling those unemployed sions. However, I realized that, at times, they social experiment with children. As it turns peace without capitulation. unwilling to work, Monday’s action to end federal needed a strong hand at the helm. out, his was a bold decision that other gover- assistance was no doubt sending a message. Florida America certainly had an abundance of nors are still refusing to accept despite Rusty Starr is a former publisher of the Daily News. His becomes the 22nd state to end participation in the leadership in coping with COVID. It should Florida’s success. DeSantis understands that views do not necessarily reflect those of the newspaper. benefits program. have helped. Responses could have been tai- the “cure” can also do damage – children in Email him at [email protected]. Florida Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Mark Wilson said the decision was essential to keeping the state’s economic momentum going. “Florida currently has more than 450,000 jobs PUBLIC FORUM available throughout the state,” Wilson said. “This single action will help fill thousands of these vacan- cies and aid in ending the worker shortage throughout the state.” weapon. I can’t wait to see how that is individual state’s greed. Writer: State Republicans not enforced if the driver of the weapon is Black To this day in certain states you will not be Some disagree, such as state Rep. Anna and the protester is waving a Confederate approved to place Amazon banner ads on Eskamani, an Orlando Democrat. She said her serving average working people flag beside a Civil War statue while carrying your own website. Flipping the switch is so office was still getting complaints from Floridians State Rep. Bobby Payne and state Sen. an assault rifle. much easier than arguing in court. who are missing weeks, if not months, of benefits. Keith Perry: Now the state seems to think it can bully I used to be a Republican back when they “It’s shameful that Florida’s political leaders Florida Republicans are busy pushing a social media platforms into following some were sane, rational beings. How did that would choose ideological talking points and call deplatforming bill that says social media com- ill-advised rule that seeks to insert govern- party disappear? workers lazy versus listening to the obstacles work- panies cannot effectively ban or remove mem- ment control directly into private business in Now the party is all about hate, division, bers for political belief. If things were not so another state. Exactly how do you think you controlling personal lives, bashing or own ers have faced in finding suitable work in our still bad in Florida already with one of the worst would even enforce such a law when Google safe and secure elections, filtering money recovering economy,” Eskamani said. pandemic responses on record, a broken and Facebook tell you where to put it? I can from the poor to the rich and pretty much Certainly there are workers unable to work unemployment system and too many without just see the legal tab for taxpayers trying to doing nothing at all to actually serve the because of health issues. Some may have valid con- health care, I might think trying stupid pet justify such actions in their name. What’s average working people who pay your salary. cerns, especially related to COVID-19. tricks like this would be funny. It’s not. next? Newspapers? The GOP has been great at one thing; But as state Rep. Bobby Payne of Palatka said, the First codifying hate in our statutes, anti- I can see my own accounts suddenly stopping anything good taking place for any- state is at a transition point and it needs people to LGBTQ laws targeting children without a blocked because I have a Florida address. one but a handful of the ultra-wealthy. shred of evidence this is even a problem. Amazon, when confronted by states trying to Why not put some of that ambition to re-enter the workforce. Then working overtime to break a perfect- regulate the commissions paid to affiliates work actually trying to win voters the old If ending federal pandemic relief aid early makes it ly good election system that works fine. who put banners on their websites to earn a fashion way – work for them? easier for businesses to hire workers and support the Don’t fix what’s not broken. few dollars, fixed the problem by deleting Paul C. Kruger hospitality industry, it’s a push in the right direction. Green-lighting the use of automobiles as a their affiliate accounts rather than bow to Interlachen

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board to place a moratorium on biosolid dumping in Obituaries Permit Putnam County before the new application was filed. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1A A moratorium could not be Continued from Page 3A 11 a.m. Saturday, May 29 at the placed in the county with only funeral home with Pastor David “I do not want intensive agri- one meeting because it must James A. Eddins officiating. Burial will culture practices affecting my go through two public hear- follow in Bostwick Cemetery. property value or family’s well- ings before approval. But the “Jimmy” Willis Friends may sign the online being,” said Ivee Sauls, a Lake board did not want to set a register at www.themastersfu- Como resident who founded biosolid moratorium. Board James A. “Jimmy” Willis, 81, neralhomes.com. the Environmental Coalition of members did, however, want of Bostwick, passed away Masters Funeral Home of Putnam County. “My concern to talk more with residents Saturday, May 22, 2021, at Palatka is in charge of arrange- is irreversible damage to the about biosolids at the 2 p.m. Haven Hospice Roberts Care ments. environment, especially to the June 8 workshop. Center in Palatka following a aquifer recharge area and wet- “Am I for dumping biosolids brief illness. l an d s .” down there? No, I’m not,” Jimmy was born in Miami on Troiano said the applicant SARAH CAVACINI/Palatka Daily News Commissioner Terry Turner Nov. 21, 1939, but grew up in Death Notices met all the requirements to Ivee Sauls, a Lake Como resident and president of the said. “And I’ll tell you straight Bostwick, where he returned dump Class B biosolids, per the Enviornmental Coalition of Putnam County, tells the Board of up, it’s not whether I think I after retiring first application, and the dump- County Commissioners on Tuesday why she doesn’t want should be or not. I’m not. But from active Addie M. Addison ing site was not in any protect- biosolids dumped near residential property. what I’m also not in favor of is military ser- ed areas. doing a countywide moratori- vice. He Addie Mae Addison, 64, of The hearing to allow or deny um because … there are places attended Crescent City, entered the sun- the operation would go to the 1,500 feet of the property line property can be reprimanded. in Putnam County that could Palatka Senior set of life Tuesday, May 25, Putnam County Zoning Board will be sent a letter notifying Residents who attended be a proper place to put this (if) High School 2021, at her daughter’s resi- of Adjustment, where residents them of the meeting date, Tuesday’s meeting – many of permitted.” and then dence. could comment for or against Troiano said. whom wore shirts with the joined the U.S. Arrangements entrusted to the application. He said people who are ille- group’s website, dontpoopon- Copyright 2021 by Palatka Marine Corps the care of Karl N. Flagg People who live within gally dumping biosolids on a putnam.com – wanted the Daily News - all rights reserved. where he Serenity Memorial Chapel. served for 20 years, retiring Marvel Jean Johns as a gunnery investigation,” the sheriff’s office’s release said. sergeant (E-7). Following his Marvel Jean Johns, 70, of At about 5 a.m. Sunday, a Palatka man retirement from active military Interlachen, passed away Deadly was killed on North 11th Street. The police service, he served 14 years as a Tuesday, May 25, 2021, at her department didn’t officially name the vic- detention officer with the residence following an extended CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1A tim of Sunday’s shooting, but other reports Putnam County Sheriff’s Office. illness. list Derrick Leonard as the shooting victim. He loved fishing on the St. Johns Masters Funeral Home of press time Tuesday. On Tuesday, Newcomb confirmed the River and was an active out- Interlachen is in charge of “Our understanding is that there were agency has named Oba Carter as a suspect doorsman. He was a member of arrangements. some people playing basketball (at the in Sunday’s early-morning shooting. Bostwick Baptist Church. park), and that’s pretty close to the location Newcomb said there did not appear to be Preceding him in death were James H. Quick of the shooting,” sheriff’s office spokes- a connection between the Sunday and his parents, Roney Willis and woman Allison Waters-Merritt said. Tuesday shootings. Madelyne Perry; a son, Jimmy James Herbert Quick, 65, of The sheriff’s office is asking people with “The shooting is under investigation and Joe Willis; and two sisters, Interlachen, passed away any information about the shooting to con- detectives are running leads on a suspect,” Loretta Osteen and Juanita Sunday, May 23, 2021, at Submitted photo tact Crime Stoppers of Northeast Florida at Newcomb said. Wilkinson. Putnam Community Medical Christian Sanchez is the victim of a fatal 888-277-8477. Surviving are his wife of 61 Center following an extended shooting that occurred Monday night in “At this time, there is no further informa- Copyright 2021 by Palatka Daily News - years, Lola Messer Willis; two illness. Pomona Park. tion available to release as this is an active all rights reserved. sons, Johnny (Lorraine) Willis Arrangements are under the and Coy (Willa) Willis; a daugh- direction of Johnson-Overturf ter, Lisa (Roger) Carman; eight Funeral Home in Palatka. grandchildren, Alan Janda, Ryan Janda, Kyle (Grace) Janda, Kent A. Wright Michael Willis, Danielle (Matt) City to discuss potential Public Works site Wilkins, John (Shawndra) Kent Alan Wright, 52, of Willis, Rayne Willis and Zara Interlachen, passed away Willis; 11 great-grandchildren; Wednesday, May 19, 2021, at and St. Johns Avenue. Agency meetings. and numerous nieces and neph- Putnam Community Medical “This is the logical next step,” Thursday’s meeting is 6 p.m. ews. Center from injuries received in Griffith said of the project at City Hall, 201 Second St. Calling hours will be 6-8 p.m. a pedestrian accident. design. Friday evening, May 28 at Arrangements are under the Officials considered possi- Copyright 2021 by Palatka Masters Funeral Home in direction of Johnson-Overturf ble locations for the building Daily News - all rights reserved. Palatka. Funeral services will be Funeral Home in Palatka. at South 10th and Laurel streets, Bill Ding and Palm avenues, and 2 Kay Larkin We Sell Hwy. Circle. Sat. & The city had to request the Promotional Items! Sun. 301 Federal Aviation Administration release the •Pens •Name PRC Way property from the •Knives Badges abandoned airfield near Palatka •Shirts •Koozies WALDO Municipal Airport. •Caps •Mugs In other business, commis- Farmers & Flea Submitted photo sioners will also hear proclama- •Fans •Flashlights A map shows the prospective site of the new Public Works tions for Memorial Day, •Key Rings •Calendars market Department facility on PRC Way in Palatka. 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By Sarah CavaCini Data in the report showed a not for subdivisions or apart- Palatka Daily News decrease in Putnam County’s ment complexes to be built, but [email protected] population since the 2010 cen- to give residents more freedom sus. with their property. The Putnam County Board The document stated the “I think a lot of it is if you of Commissioners unanimous- analysis “does not paint a rosy own 10 acres of an actual (agri- ly approved the 15-year com- picture for potential growth in cultural-zoned) area out in the prehensive plan draft Tuesday, this rural area” but there are country, you ought to be able to but it will need to be reviewed “several compelling issues that build you a house on that 10 by state officials before being give the county’s leadership acres without going through adopted. great and realistic hope that the three months of asking permis- Conversations surrounding next 15 years will result in posi- sion from the government,” NICK BLANK/Palatka Daily News the county’s updated comp tive changes.” Commissioner Terry Turner Brenda Strickland-Brown, the daughter of longtime West Putnam teacher Mary Strickland, stands plan have been ongoing for Possibilities include people said. next to flowers she planted from her mother’s funeral earlier this month. more than a year. The plan pro- migrating away from large- County officials will send the vides a breakdown of nine ele- ly-populated areas, projected comp plan to the Florida program on her kitchen table, funeral May 8. He said ments, such as future land use threats from a rising sea level in Department of Economic Strickland-Brown laid out sev- Strickland was a disciplinarian and capital improvements, to coastal areas, opportunities to Opportunity in Tallahassee for Pioneer eral personal and thank you who did a wonderful job of be guidelines through 2035. work remotely and “the shift of review and feedback before the notes from her mother’s former teaching him how to read, write But it can be revised or updated the baby-boomer population to board votes again whether to CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1A students. and count. any time after its adoption, retirement,” the document said. approve it. Strickland-Brown also plant- Sommons said Strickland county officials said during the Kokernoot said the analysis The board has the final she kept teaching the student, ed the flowers she received at was a well-respected member of board’s Tuesday meeting where was written the way it was only approval but changes could be and the parent later told the funeral. the community in an era where the plan was approved to move to make the county look better needed after feedback is Strickland she had been pres- “She got up and went to teachers were held to incredibly forward. and did not provide realistic received and before the plan is sured by the group to make the work every day. She didn’t high standards, included being Although commissioners outcomes. brought before the board again. claim, according to Ferrell. request a transfer. I don’t think prohibited from even going to unanimously approved trans- “That is not what the data The comprehensive plan only “Words cannot be written to she was in Dr. Ferrell’s office bars. mitting the comp plan to the section is for. In it, you are sup- dictates unincorporated accurately complaining for a transfer. He “She is the reason why I per- state, two residents were appre- posed to state the conditions, Putnam areas because each describe stood with her,” Strickland- sonally am where I am today, hensive about the plan’s lan- good and bad, and then address municipality has its own plan. the legacy Brown said. “It was amazing, because she stressed discipline,” guage and contents. those conditions in the goals, “I think that as we do this, we that Mary the strength that he had, to Sommons said. Palatka resident Sandra objectives and policies,” she need to be prepared to be able Strickland accept and adopt the current Strickland graduated from Kokernoot’s concerns were said. “Writing unsubstantiated to cover the services that are left on the events of the time.” Florida A&M University in within the data and analysis data to make the county look required for police, fire rescue P u t n a m Strickland-Brown retired 1955. Black teachers had to fall draft provided in the compre- good is unprofessional and vio- and trash collection,” C o u n t y about nine years ago from a back on teachings from hensive plan. lates state statute.” Commissioner Jeff Rawls said. s c h o o l long teaching career in Historical Black Colleges and At an April meeting, the Interlachen resident Michael “But right now, as it stands, the system,” Ferrell said. “I assure Maryland, Texas, Florida and Universities and the church to board asked Planning Woodward also took issue with biggest issue for the lack of you she will not be forgotten.” Germany. overcome the racially tense dif- Commission members and the incomplete data. And he is inventory in Putnam County is Current Superintendent She said her mother’s path ficulties of the time, Sommons comp plan consultant Brian concerned about density we do not have any shov- Rick Surrency said Strickland influenced her to be a teacher. said. Teeple to add updated data to increases outpacing the coun- el-ready lots that people can go teaching at Interlachen For the last 10 years leading up “You had to keep from get- the draft before approval. Data ty’s population and, in turn, and buy and build housing on. Elementary was a huge move to her mother’s death, ting frustrated and learn peo- were included with Tuesday’s creating urban sprawl, or rapid … We’ve got a lot of issues, but considering how unpopular it Strickland-Brown lived with ple’s behavior, ideologies and presentation, but Kokernoot geographic growth. this is not one.” was among local residents at Strickland in Hawthorne. learn how to get along with said the information was “the “So, what’s the reason behind the time. “I’m very proud of my moth- folks. I applaud her, really, for hopes of current commission- the density increase? The Copyright 2021 by Palatka “The bravery of her to do that er, and it speaks to the fact that staying in the school system and ers, not data.” record shows it is to provide Daily News - all rights reserved. really made history,” Surrency so many people attended her coming out unscathed,” The 2020 U.S. Census financial benefits to some large said. service and respected her tre- Sommons said. “I’m sure she Bureau population report has landowners,” Woodward said. Brenda Strickland-Brown, mendously,” Strickland-Brown saw times were changing and not yet been released and the “… The comprehensive plan’s then a senior in high school, said. moving forward, and she had to analysis in the comp plan used existing densities already would said she didn’t realize what her The Rev. Nathan Sommons, use her discipline because she projections from the University accommodate a population of mother experienced until later, pastor of Canaan Missionary knew she would get pushback.” of Florida Bureau of Business 200,000.” but she remembered her moth- Baptist Church in Reddick, is and Economic Research and But commissioners rebutted er going to court. Strickland’s former first grade Copyright 2021 by Palatka the Florida Office of Economic Woodword’s density reason- Next to Strickland’s funeral student and he officiated her Daily News - all rights reserved. and Demographic Research. ings, saying the changes were

SIDELINES STEVEN WINE Marlins’ Rogers, SPORTS Chisholm among www.palatkadailynews.com WEDNESDAY, MAY 26, 2021 B SECTION top MLB rookies Spring Football: Nease vs. Palatka MIAMI New coach ven when Miami Marlins dynamo Jazz Chisholm was batting over E.300 in mid-May, he knew what that meant. tight-lipped “It’s a failing game,” he said. “You’re not going to succeed all the time.” The Marlins’ other standout rookie knows that too. Left-hander Trevor Rogers has six wins, but his latest start about Jones Monday was a five-inning slog against the Philadelphia Phillies that resulted in Falcons’ star wide receiver makes a no-decision. “When you’re young and you’ve had it clear he’s not returning to team some success, the game continues,” Miami manager Don Mattingly said. By Paul NewBerry “The season is long.” Associated Press When it ends, the Marlins are opti- mistic Rogers and Chisholm will still ATLANTA – The Atlanta Falcons rank with MLB’s best rookies, and pro- began their offseason training pro- vide a foundation for the franchise as gram Tuesday without longtime star CEO Derek Jeter tries to build a perenni- receiver Julio Jones, who apparently al contender. has no intention of returning to a With a record of 6-2, Rogers ranks rebuilding team that is still struggling among the major league leaders in victo- to get under the salary cap. ries, and also in ERA (1.75) and strike- Rookie coach Arthur Smith was outs (70). Chisholm is batting .275 with tight-lipped about the Falcons’ an .817 OPS, five homers and eight sto- options, but insisted that he doesn’t len bases despite missing more than two begrudge Jones for weeks because of a hamstring injury. making public his The two 23-year-olds have different desire to play else- approaches – Rogers tries to keep his where. emotions under wraps, while Chisholm “We encourage our plays with a flair to match his blue hair. players to speak for Chisholm likes to sing, dance and talk themselves,” Smith on the field and in the clubhouse, so said during an inter- much so that Marlins veterans have view session domi- urged him to chill, but in vain. nated by questions With 125 major league at-bats under Jones about Jones’ future. his belt, he was happy to offer advice to “We’ve had multiple Marlins minor leaguers during a recent private conversations rehabilitation assignment. with our players. Those conversations “I’m like, yeah man, you’ve just got to will remain private on my end.” be yourself and trust your ability,” After plenty of questions about the Chisholm said. “That’s what I told them seven-time Pro Bowler who, along – don’t try to be someone you’re not. If with Matt Ryan, has been the face of you’ve got to dance in the box, dance in the franchise for the past decade, Jones the box. If you’ve got to bat-flip some- brought the situation to a head in a one, go bat-flip someone. Just know that brief interview Monday with former if you’re going to do that stuff, you’ve got NFL star Shannon Sharpe. to play the game hard.” “I’m outta there,” Jones told the host Rogers, by contrast, strives to be fiery of the “Undisputed” on Fox Sports 1. on the inside but calm on the outside. He When asked where he wants to play, struggled to strike the right balance the 32-year-old replied, “Right now, I Monday, when his first seven pitches wanna win.” were balls and he needed 85 pitches to Photos by MARK BLUMENTHAL / Palatka Daily News That seems unlikely with the get through five innings. Above, Palatka’s Tommy Robinson (left) knocks the ball away from Nease receiver Donovan Wilson. Falcons, who are coming off their Even so, he allowed only one earned Below, Palatka’s Jack Tilton looks for room to run in the first half. Nease defeated Palatka, 41-21, in third straight losing season. Atlanta run to the Phillies. a matchup of teams nicknamed Panthers. Due to early deadline circumstances, the story from fired coach Dan Quinn and general “It’s me wanting to go out there and go Tuesday night’s game will appear in Thursday’s Palatka Daily News. manager Thomas Dimitroff after an at them, and the heart rate gets up too 0-5 start to a year that ended at 4-12. fast,” Rogers said. “Trying to slow every- Smith and new general manager thing down is the big thing for me. I have Terry Fontenot have made it clear that my best success when I have a calm all options are on the table as they aggression, I like to say.” attempt to rebuild the roster and deal The 6-foot-5 Rogers, a New Mexico with troublesome salary cap limita- native and Marlins first-round draft pick tions, which could be eased greatly by in 2017, took his lumps when called up trading Jones. to start seven games last year, but he won After months of silence from both praise even then for his work ethic. He sides, Jones appears to be pushing for a filled out during the offseason and fine- resolution. In addition to his interview tuned his slider, which he mixes with a with Sharpe, a photo surfaced on 95 mph fastball and changeup. social media of the receiver posing Only four other left-handed pitchers with the fan while wearing a Dallas recorded more strikeouts in their first 16 Cowboys sweatshirt. starts – Herb Score, Fernando Asked about Jones’ choice of attire, Valenzuela, Al Downing and Francisco Smith called it “irrelevant.” Liriano. “You can wear whatever you want,” “This has obviously been impressive,” the coach said. “I don’t care.” Mattingly said. “You feel comfortable While the Cowboys would not seem that Trevor’s not going to all of a sudden to be in the market for another top relax and stop working. Some guys you receiver, there are teams that would feel they may take their foot off the gas. surely benefit from having a dynamic You don’t feel that with Trevor.” player who had six straight seasons Chisholm, a native of the Bahamas, with more than 1,300 yards receiving was acquired two years ago in a trade until he was limited to nine games in that sent right-hander Zac Gallen to the 2020 by injuries. Arizona Diamondbacks. Like Rogers, he Among the teams that might inter- struggled last year after breaking into the ested in Jones: the San Francisco 49ers, majors in September, but won the sec- ond base job in spring training and is See JONES, Page 2B expected to move eventually to short- stop. Chisholm needs to cut down his strikeouts – he has 40 in 102 at-bats, THIS IS HOW WE DO IT including 10 in his past 19 at-bats through Monday. “You’re seeing them pitch him a cer- tain way,” Mattingly said. “He’s going to have to make adjustments and under- Crescent City High stand what they’re doing. This is going to School assistant be an ongoing thing. Jazz has to keep football coach Tim working.” Ross shows his It’s a failing game, but the Marlins are linemen the proper optimistic Chisholm and Rogers will techniques needed succeed. to do blocking drills during a practice Steven Wine is an Associated Press writer. last week. The Raiders host Daytona Beach Father Lopez in the spring game on INSIDE Thursday at 7 p.m. Scoreboard 2B 4B MARK BLUMENTHAL / Comics Palatka Daily News Classifieds 5B

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Sox (Rodón 5-1), 2:10 p.m. CALENDAR TODAY ON TELEVISION Chicago Cubs (Williams 2-2) at NHL Schools, leagues and recreation Pittsburgh (Crowe 0-2), 6:35 p.m. departments are subject to Philadelphia (Nola 3-4) at Miami Postseason glance change without notice. COLLEGE BASEBALL (TBD), 6:40 p.m. FIRST ROUND 10 a.m. ESPNU Big 12 Tournament, Game 2, Cincinnati (Hoffman 3-3) at (Best-of-7; x-if necessary) WEDNESDAY, MAY 26 Baylor vs. Texas Tech, at Washington (Ross 2-4), 7:05 p.m. Carolina vs. Nashville No games scheduled. Oklahoma City Atlanta (Smyly 2-2) at Boston (Pivetta May 17 Carolina 5, Nashville 2 10:30 a.m. SEC Network SEC Tournament, second 5-0), 7:10 p.m. May 19 Carolina 3, Nashville 0 2 p.m. SEC Network round, Florida vs. Mississippi Colorado (Márquez 3-4) at N.Y. Mets May 21 Nashville 5, Carolina 4, 2OT THURSDAY, MAY 27 5:30 p.m. SEC Network State; Alabama/South Carolina Football (Stroman 3-4), 7:10 p.m. Sunday Nashville 4, Carolina 3, 2OT 9 p.m. SEC Network vs. Tennessee; LSU/Georgia L.A. Dodgers (Bauer 5-2) at Houston Spring Game vs. Arkansas; Auburn/ Tuesday Carolina 3, Nashville 2, OT Daytona Beach Father Lopez at (Garcia 2-3), 7:40 p.m. (Hurricanes lead series, 3-2) Mississippi vs. Vanderbilt, at San Diego (Paddack 2-3) at Crescent City, 7 p.m. Hoover, Ala. Thursday at Nashville, TBA Milwaukee (TBD), 7:40 p.m. x-Saturday at Carolina, TBA San Francisco (Cueto 3-1) at Arizona MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL TIDES 2 p.m. MLB Network Cardinals at White Sox (Kelly 2-5), 9:40 p.m. Tampa Bay vs. Florida Palatka City Dock 7:30 p.m. ESPN Dodgers at Astros May 16 Tampa Bay 5, Florida 4 High Low May 18 Tampa Bay 3, Florida 1 10:30 p.m. MLB Network Giants at Diamondbacks ANTHONY RICHARDS / Palatka Daily News Today 3:57A,4:18P 11:27A,11:23P (joined in progress) NBA May 20 Florida 6, Tampa Bay 5, OT May 27 4:51A,5:14P ------,12:20P Postseason glance May 22 Tampa Bay 6, Florida 2 Chad Scranton slides into a turn during Friday’s V8 May 28 5:46A,6:09P 12:15A,1:13P NBA PLAYOFFS Monday Florida 4, Tampa Bay 1 Thunderstocks race at The Clip at Putnam St. Augustine Beach 7 p.m. NBA TV Eastern Conference, first FIRST ROUND (Lightning lead series, 3-2) High Low round, Wizards at 76ers, (Best-of-7) Tonight at Tampa Bay, 8 p.m. Raceway. Today 8:28A,9:03P 2:36A,2:38P Game 2 x-if necessary x-Friday at Florida, TBA May 27 9:23A,9:58P 3:28A,3:29P 7:30 p.m. TNT Eastern Conference, first Eastern Conference May 28 10:18A,10:53P 4:20A,4:20P round, Hawks at Knicks, Philadelphia vs. Washington Washington vs. Boston Game 2 Sunday Philadelphia 125, Washington May 15 Washington 3, Boston 2, OT SPORTS BRIEFS 10 p.m. TNT Western Conference, first 118 May 17 Boston 4, Washington 3, OT LOCAL BOWLING round, Grizzlies at Jazz, Game 2 (76ers lead series, 1-0) May 19 Boston 3, Washington 2, 2OT Tonight at Philadelphia, 7 p.m. May 21 Boston 4, Washington 1 Putnam Lanes STANLEY CUP PLAYOFFS Saturday at Washington, 7 p.m. Sunday Boston 3, Washington 1 FUNTIME SENIOR 6:30 p.m. NBC Sports East Division, first round, May 31 at Washington, 7 p.m. (Bruins win series, 4-1) Recreation department needs officials SUMMER LEAGUE Penguins at Islanders, Game 6 x-June 2 at Philadelphia, TBD May 12 8 p.m. CNBC Central Division, first round, x-June 4 at Washington, TBD N.Y. Islanders vs. Pittsburgh Standings: 1, No Pins Left Behind, Panthers at Lightning, Game 6 x-June 6 at Philadelphia, TBD May 16 N.Y. Islanders 4, Pittsburgh 3, Putnam County Parks & Recreation is in need of 8-0; 2, Team 13, 8-0; 3, Team 10, 7-1; 9 p.m. NBC Sports West Division, first round OT Golden Knights at Wild, Game 6 game officials for flag football, soccer and volleyball. 4, Team 11, 7-1; 5, Team 12, 5-3; 6, Brooklyn vs. Boston May 18 Pittsburgh 2, N.Y. Islanders 1 Rays, 5-3; 7, Team 3, 4-4; 8, Odd May 22 Brooklyn 104, Boston 93 May 20 Pittsburgh 5, N.Y. Islanders 4 Games are one hour long and pay is $25 per SOCCER Tuesday Brooklyn 130, Boston 108 Balls, 3-5; 9, The Mixed Nuts, 3-5; 10, 2:40 p.m. CBS Sports UEFA Europa League, final, May 22 N.Y. Islanders 4, Pittsburgh 1 event. 3 Friends, 2-6; 11, Lucky Strikes, 2-6; (Nets lead series, 2-0) Monday N.Y. Islanders 3, Pittsburgh 2, Villarreal vs. Manchester Friday at Boston, 8:30 p.m. Those interested or have questions can apply at 12, Team 9, 1-7; 13, 2 Gals & A Guy, United, at Gdansk, Poland 2OT 1-7. Sunday at Boston, 7:30 p.m. (Islanders lead series, 3-2) the recreation department building at 120 Carter 8 p.m. CBS Sports NWSL: Kansas City at Chicago x-June 1 at Brooklyn, TBD Last week’s results: Rays 3, 3 Tonight at N.Y. Islanders, TBA Rd., Palatka, Fla., 32177 or call at 329-1268. Friends 1; Team 10 4, Lucky Strikes WNBA x-June 3 at Boston, TBD x-Friday at Pittsburgh, TBA 0; Team 11 4, 2 Gals & A Guy 0; 10 p.m. CBS Sports Aces at Mercury x-June 5 at Brooklyn, TBD Team 3 4, The Mixed nuts 0; Team 13 Toronto vs. Montreal 4, Odd Balls 0; Team 12 4, Team 9 0. Milwaukee vs. Miami May 20 Montreal 2, Toronto 1 High handicap game, men: 1, High scratch game, team: 1, No Pins Wednesday’s Games Saturday Milwaukee 109, Miami 107, May 22 Toronto 5, Montreal 1 Dylan Pacetti, 325; 2, Rick Crouse, Baltimore (López 1-5) at Minnesota Palatka combine pushed back to July 31 Left Behind, 670; 2, Team 9, 627; 3, OT Monday Toronto 2, Montreal 1 320; 3, Duke Green, 318. (Pineda 2-2), 1:10 p.m. Team 11, 595. Monday Milwaukee 132, Miami 98 Tuesday Toronto 4, Montreal 0 High handicap series, men: 1, St. Louis (Gant 3-3) at Chicago White High scratch series, team: 1, No (Bucks lead series, 2-0) (Maple Leafs lead series, 3-1) According to the City of Palatka Recreation Crash Cotter, 824; 2, Duke Green, Sox (Rodón 5-1), 2:10 p.m. Pins Left Behind, 1,906; 2, Team 11, Thursday at Miami, 7: 30 p.m. Thursday at Toronto, TBA 822; 3, Kelly Lake, 816. Seattle (TBD) at Oakland (Kaprielian Department, the first-ever Excel speed training 1,720; 3, Team 9, 1,713. Saturday at Miami, 1:30 p.m. x-Saturday at Montreal, TBA High scratch game, women: 1, 1-0), 3:37 p.m. football camp scheduled for May 22 has been High handicap game, team: 1, No x-June 1 at Milwaukee, TBD x-May 31 at Toronto, TBA Hannah Livingston, 289; 2, Catherine Texas (Dunning 2-3) at L.A. Angels Pins Left Behind, 789; 2, Team 10, x-June 3 at Miami, TBD moved to July 31. Fudo, 265; 3, Kacy Meek, 261. (Canning 3-3), 4:07 p.m. 739; 3, Team 12, 736. x-June 5 at Milwaukee, TBD Winnipeg 4, Edmonton 0 High scratch series, women: 1, Toronto (TBD) at N.Y. Yankees “Due to a low number of registrations, we are High handicap series, team: 1, No May 19 Winnipeg 4, Edmonton 1 Hannah Livingston, 683; 2, Kacey (Germán 4-2), 7:05 p.m. Pins Left Behind, 2,263; 2, Team 10, Atlanta vs. New York May 21 Winnipeg 1, Edmonton 0, OT moving the football combine to July 31,” the state- Meek, 645; 3, Michele Fudo, 623. Atlanta (Smyly 2-2) at Boston (Pivetta 2,020; 3, Team 12, 1,994. Sunday Atlanta 107, New York 105 Sunday Winnipeg 5, Edmonton 4, High shandicap game, women: 1, 5-0), 7:10 p.m. ment read. “Moving the date to later in the sum- High scratch game, men: 1, Tom (Hawks lead series, 1-0) OT Hannah Livingston, 339; 2, Catherine Cleveland (TBD) at Detroit (Ureña Brown, 300; 2, Ken Lamborn, 300; 3, Tonight at New York, 7:30 p.m. Monday Winnipeg 4, Edmonton 3, mer will allow more time for participants to regis- Fudo, 272; 3, Maria Ledbetter, 269. 2-4), 7:10 p.m. Mike Howland, 278. Friday at Atlanta, 7 p.m. 3OT High handicap series, women: 1, Kansas City (Minor 3-2) at Tampa Bay ter. We are making this decision for those that High scratch series, men: 1, Tom Sunday at Atlanta, 1 p.m. (Jets win series, 4-0) Catherine Fudo, 757; 2, Kacy Meek, (Glasnow 4-2), 7:10 p.m. Brown, 827; 2, Mike Howland, 758; 3, x-June 2 at New York, TBD have registered, hoping to encourage more regis- 749; 3, Maria Ledbetter, 744. L.A. Dodgers (Bauer 5-2) at Houston Ken Lamborn, 709. x-June 4 at Atlanta, TBD Vegas vs. Minnesota (Garcia 2-3), 7:40 p.m. trations and create a better environment for the High scratch game, women: 1, x-June 6 at New York, TBD May 16 Minnesota 1, Vegas 0, OT combine. More participants at the combine will Jean Brewer, 277; 2, Fran Gallant, BASEBALL May 18 Vegas 3, Minnesota 1 189; 3, Andrea Ford, 181. NL Standings Western Conference May 20 Vegas 5, Minnesota 2 motivate players and bring out their competitive High scratch series, women: 1, Memphis vs. Utah May 22 Vegas 4, Minnesota 0 AL Standings East Division nature to be the best player there. We apologize Jean Brewer, 667; 2, Frank Gallant, Sunday Memphis 112, Utah 109 Monday Minnesota 4, Vegas 2 East Division W L Pct GB 546; 3, Andrea Ford, 508. (Grizzlies lead series, 1-0) (Golden Knights lead series, 3-2) for this inconvenience but look forward to a great W L Pct GB New York 22 20 .524 — Tonight at Utah, 10 p.m. Tonight at Minnesota, 9 p.m. Tampa Bay 30 20 .600 — Atlanta 24 24 .500 1 combine on July 31.” WEDNESDAY NIGHT Saturday at Memphis, 9:30 p.m. x-Friday at Vegas, TBA Boston 29 20 .592 ½ Philadelphia 24 25 .490 1½ WINTER LEAGUE May 31 at Memphis, 9:30 p.m. For more information, call 329-0100, ext. 331 New York 28 20 .583 1 Miami 23 25 .479 2 May 12 x-June 2 at Utah, TBD Colorado 4, St. Louis 0 Toronto 24 23 .511 4½ Washington 20 24 .455 3 or sign up at [email protected]. Standings: 1, Team 6, 78-41; 2, The x-June 4 at Memphis, TBD May 17 Colorado 4, St. Louis 1 Baltimore 17 31 .354 12 Central Division Under Dogs, 65-54; 3, No Breaks, x-June 6 at Utah, TBD May 19 Colorado 6, St. Louis 3 Central Division W L Pct GB 65-54; 4, One Woman Show, 63-56; May 21 Colorado 5, St. Louis 1 W L Pct GB St. Louis 26 21 .553 — 5, The Gutter Patrol, 56.5-62.5; 6, The Phoenix 1, L.A. Lakers 0 Sunday Colorado 5, St. Louis 2 Chicago 27 19 .587 — Chicago 25 22 .532 1 Broad Squad, 56-63; 7, Bye Week, Sunday Phoenix 99, L.A. Lakers 90 (Avalanche win series, 4-0) Cleveland 26 20 .565 1 Milwaukee 24 24 .500 2½ Welaka fishing tourney set for June 6 54-65; 8, Stranger Pins, 53-66; 9, (Suns lead series, 1-0) Kansas City 23 23 .500 4 Cincinnati 21 25 .457 4½ Spare No One, 53-66; 10, Lucky Tuesday at Phoenix, 10 p.m. Minnesota 19 29 .396 9 Pittsburgh 18 29 .383 8 The Town of Welaka will host the Florida Bass Strike, 51.5-67.5 Thursday at L.A. Lakers, 10 p.m. Detroit 18 30 .375 10 West Division WNBA Spare No One Sunday at L.A. Lakers, 3:30 p.m. EASTERN CONFERENCE Federation’s Junior Anglers state championship on Last week’s results: West Division W L Pct GB 5, Bye Week 2; The Under Dogs 5, x-June 1 at Phoenix. TBD W L Pct GB W L Pct GB San Diego 31 18 .633 — June 6 at the Welaka Boat Ramp and Park. Lucky Strike 2; No Breaks 5, Stranger x-June 3 at L.A. Lakers, TBD Connecticut 5 0 1.000 — Oakland 28 21 .571 — Los Angeles 29 18 .617 1 Pins 2; Team 6 5, The Gutter Patrol 2; x-June 5 at Phoenix, TBD New York 5 1 .833 ½ The anglers competing for the state title are ages Houston 26 21 .553 1 San Francisco 28 19 .596 2 The Broad Squad 5, One Woman Atlanta 2 2 .500 2½ Seattle 22 26 .458 5½ Colorado 19 30 .388 12 9 through those in the eighth grade. The winning Show 2. Portland vs. Denver Chicago 2 2 500 2½ Texas 22 27 .449 6 Arizona 18 30 .375 12½ two angler teams will represent the state at the Bass High scratch game, team: 1, Spare May 22 Portland 123, Denver 109 Washington 2 3 .400 3 Los Angeles 20 27 .426 7 No One, 965; 2, Stranger Pins, 952; Monday’s Games Monday Denver 128, Portland 109 Indiana 1 5 .167 4½ Federation’s Junior World Championships this Colorado 3, N.Y. Mets 2 3, Bye Week, 933. Monday’s Games (Series tied, 1-1) WESTERN CONFERENCE Tampa Bay 14, Toronto 8, 11 innings Miami 9, Philadelphia 6 summer on the Mississippi River in Quad Cities, High scratch series, team: 1, Thursday at Portland, 10:30 p.m. W L Pct GB Cleveland 6, Detroit 5 Milwaukee 5, San Diego 3 Stranger Pins, 2,821; 2, Bye Week, Saturday at Portland, 4 p.m. Seattle 3 1 .750 — Ill. Minnesota 8, Baltimore 3 Chicago White Sox 5, St. Louis 1 2,696; 3, Spare No One, 2,634. x-June 1 at Denver, TBD Las Vegas 2 2 .500 1 Chicago White Sox 5, St. Louis 1 The teams will take off from the Welaka Boat High handicap game, team: 1, Tuesday’s Games x-June 3 at Portland, TBD Phoenix 2 2 .500 1 Seattle 4, Oakland 2 Philadelphia 2, Miami 0 Spare No One, 1,106; 2, Team 6, x-June 5 at Denver, TBD Dallas 1 2 .333 1½ Ramp early in the morning. They return for the Chicago Cubs 4, Pittsburgh 3 1,089; 3, The Gutter Patrol, 1,087. Tuesday’s Games Minnesota 0 3 .000 2½ Kansas City 2, Tampa Bay 1 Cincinnati 2, Washington 1 weigh-in ceremonies at 2 p.m. On behalf of the High handicap series, team: 1, Dallas vs. L.A. Clippers Los Angeles 0 2 .000 2 Cleveland 4, Detroit 1 N.Y. Mets 3, Colorado 1 Stranger Pins, 3,025; 2, Team 6, May 22 Dallas 113, L.A. Clippers 103 Bass Capital Junior Bassmasters from Putnam Toronto 6, N.Y. Yankees 2 Atlanta 3, Boston 1 Monday’s Games 2,981; 3, Spare No One, 2,980. (Mavericks lead series, 1-0) New York 88, Dallas 81 Atlanta 3, Boston 1 San Diego 7, Milwaukee 1 County, all are welcome to watch the weigh-in cer- High scratch game, men: 1, Chris Tuesday at L.A. Clippers, 10:30 p.m. Minnesota 7, Baltimore 4 L.A. Dodgers at Houston, 8:10 p.m. Tuesday’s Games emonies. Kruschke, 300; 2, Kelly Lake, 290; 3, Friday at Dallas, 9:30 p.m. Washington 85, Indiana 69 L.A. Dodgers at Houston, 8:10 p.m. St. Louis at Chicago White Sox, 8:10 Clay Givens, 279; (tie), Vinny Fudo, Sunday at Dallas, 9:30 p.m. Atlanta 90, Chicago 83 For more information, go the federation’s St. Louis at Chicago White Sox, 8:10 p.m. 279. x-June 2 at L.A. Clippers, TBD Connecticut at Seattle, 10 p.m. p.m. San Francisco at Arizona, 9:40 p.m. Website at www.floridabassfederation.com. High scratch series, men: 1, Chris x-June 4 at Dallas, TBD Texas at L.A. Angels, 9:38 p.m. Wednesday’s Games Kruschke, 764; 2, Kelly Lake, 774; 3, Wednesday’s Games x-June 6 at L.A. Clippers, TBD Las Vegas at Phoenix, 10 p.m. Seattle at Oakland, 9:40 p.m. St. Louis (Gant 3-3) at Chicago White Billy Patten, 728. COLLEGE BASEBALL MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL UF beats Kentucky to open SEC tourney HOOVER, Ala. – Jacob Young homered, Tommy Mace struck out eight in five innings and No. 6 seed Hill fans 13 Royals, but Rays’ 11-game win streak ends Florida beat 11th-seeded Kentucky 4-1 on Tuesday in the first game of the SEC Tournament. Associated Press Florida (36-19) snapped a four-game losing streak walks and struck out seven. Jake Brentz went 1 within one of tying Tony Clark for 13th place to advance to play No. 3 seed Mississippi State on 1/3 innings before Kyle Zimmer got two outs all-time among switch-hitters. Wednesday. Kentucky (29-23) was eliminated from ST. PETERSBURG – The Tampa Bay Rays’ to get his second save. The Royals have won seven of 10 following the tournament. 11-game winning streak came to an end “Brad was as good as I’ve seen him,” Royals an 11-game losing streak. Florida first baseman Kendrick Calilao hit a deep Tuesday night when Brad Keller pitched seven manager Mike Matheny said. “I thought he Phillies 2, Marlins 0 shot to center with the bases loaded in the eighth, but strong innings and Salvador Perez hit a tie- had very good rhythm. I thought his tempo, MIAMI – Vince Velasquez pitched three-hit Cam Hill made a catch against the wall to end the breaking RBI single to give the Kansas City his execution on his fastball and slider were ball for six innings, Rhys Hoskins homered inning. Royals a 2-1 victory. good, Probably the best changeups we’ve seen and the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Mace (6-1), on short rest, gave up seven hits and Rich Hill struck out a career-high 13 for the from him. If he can continue to development Miami Marlins. one run. Rays. Tampa Bay’s winning string was the sec- that pitch, it’s going to help everything else.” The Phillies won hours after putting slugger ond-longest in club history, one shy of the Perez put the Royals up 2-1 on a sixth-in- Bryce Harper on the 10-day injured list NHL record set in 2004 by the then-Devil Rays man- ning single off Hill (3-2). because of a bruised left forearm. aged by Lou Piniella. Hill gave up two runs and six hits, and didn’t Scratched from his previous start because of “We had a great run,”Hill said. “We’ll start issue a walk over eight innings. Over his last finger discomfort on his pitching hand, Panthers break ground on practice home another one tomorrow.” six starts, the lefty has allowed five earned runs Velasquez (2-0) struck out five and walked FORT LAUDERDALE – The Florida Panthers will Tampa Bay center fielder Kevin Kiermaier over 35 2/3 innings, but has a 2-2 record. three. The right-hander continued a solid May, have a new training facility next year, one that comes called the stretch “incredible.” Hill became the oldest player to appear in a lowering his ERA this month to 1.17 in four with a tie to the team’s deep military roots. “I think we were all waiting for, not neces- game with the Rays at 41 years, 75 days. Hall of starts and one relief outing. The Panthers held the ceremonial groundbreaking sarily an 11-game win streak, but to kind of Famer Wade Boggs was 41 years, 73 days old Phillies manager Joe Girardi praised Tuesday for the facility at Fort Lauderdale’s War bust out of the shell and get guys swinging the when he played his final game on Aug. 27, 1999. Velasquez for his recent impressive stretch of Memorial, a 71-year-old structure that will be trans- bats and just feeding off our pitchers,” Hill retired his first 10 batters before Carlos outings. formed into a community hub with two rinks, a Kiermaier said. Santana tied it 1 in the fourth with a home run. Hoskins hit his 10th homer in the fourth, a state-of-the-art training center and a ballroom-style Keller (4-4) allowed one run, four hits, four It was his 250th homer, which moved him two-run drive off Sandy Alcantara (2-4). performance theater. Work on the $65 million project – some funded pri- vately, some publicly – is set to be done in June 2022. “We have to acknowledge that. tion with one of the team’s most just to sign a draft class led by the “We’re veteran-owned and we hire veterans But there’s also a lot of other really popular players. The coach did say No. 4 overall pick, tight end Kyle throughout the organization,” Panthers President Jones good players here.” that every player on the roster has Pitts. They also seemed to be pre- and CEO Matt Caldwell said. “I feel like this project Jones’ status has certainly received a playbook and all infor- paring for life after Jones by bring- hits every pillar.” CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1B become a hot topic around the mation related to the voluntary ing in another receiver, signing league, with Arizona receiver OTAs (organized team activities). Tajae Sharpe to a one-year con- MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL coached by former Falcons offen- DeAndre Hopkins even sending a “We’ve got so much respect and tract. The former fifth-round pick sive coordinator Kyle Shanahan; tweet – since deleted – implying appreciation for what Julio Jones made 29 starts over three seasons the New England Patriots, who he’d be willing to restructure his has done here with this franchise with the Tennessee Titans, where Marlins’ Anderson out several weeks have already made a big splash in contract if that’s what it took for and what he’s meant to this city,” Smith previously served as offen- MIAMI – Miami Marlins third baseman Brian free agency; and the Jacksonville the Cardinals to deal for Jones. Smith said “But we have conversa- sive coordinator. Anderson will be sidelined for at least several weeks Jaguars, buoyed by a new fran- Hopkins was at it again on tions about our roster all the time. While trading Jones makes with a partial shoulder dislocation and was put on the chise quarterback (Trevor Monday, posting a picture on We have to have contingency sense financially, especially given 10-day injured list Tuesday. Lawrence) and more cap space Instagram of himself with Jones, p l ans .” the emergence of receivers Calvin Surgery is a possibility, general manager Kim Ng than any team in the league. receiver A.J. Green and former Jones’ $15.3 million base salary Ridley and Russell Gage, the situa- said. With Jones’ future uncertain, NFL star Michael Irvin at the 2016 is guaranteed and he’s set to cost tion has cast a pall over a franchise “The most important thing for us right now is to the Falcons did their best to carry Pro Bowl. He included the mes- the Falcons slightly more than $23 that has never seemed to recover give it some time to let the inflammation, pain and on with a nearly two-hour prac- sage, “Julio u remember what we million against the salary cap next from blowing a 28-3 lead in the discomfort subside before we can give any further tice – their first under Smith – on talked about.” season. If he’s traded after June 1, 2017 Super Bowl. evaluation,” Ng said. a sweltering afternoon in subur- Smith repeatedly refused to dis- they would be able to split the “I love Julio. I’ve been so lucky The Marlins reinstated Isan Díaz from the injured ban Flowery Branch. cuss any aspects of the Jones dead money over two seasons, to play with him for the past list. In Anderson’s absence, Díaz and Jon Berti are “Julio has been such a huge drama, from reports that the which would greatly ease their decade,” Ryan said last week. “He’s expected to share time at third. piece of this franchise. He’s done receiver privately requested a trade grim financial situation. an incredible competitor and one Anderson is batting .250 with three homers and 11 so many great things here,” said before the NFL draft to whether As it stands, the Falcons still of the best to ever do it at his posi- RBIs. offensive tackle Jake Matthews. there’s any chance of a reconcilia- must clear several million dollars tion.” – Staff, wire reports

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By Jim Turner News Service of Florida On Monday, President Joe Biden announced that $1 bil- lion is being made available to TALLAHASSEE – Florida states, territories, tribes and emergency-management rural communities for what he workers aren’t approaching said is typically the busiest this year’s hurricane season as time of the year for disasters in anything basic, but they are America: hurricane season in looking forward to what the the South and East and fire new state director calls the season out West. ABCs –“Anything But “Last year, as you all know, COVID.” we faced the most named As the six-month hurricane storms on record,” Biden said. season officially begins June 1, “Seven out of the 30 named the Florida Division of storms alone claimed 86 lives Emergency Management will and caused more than $40 bil- have surpassed 450 days lion in damage. This year, responding to the COVID-19 NOAA is focusing on another pandemic. severe season, perhaps – and “They would love to get God willing – not as bad as back to doing tropical cyclones 2020, but still quite bad. We all and wildfires and things like know that these storms are that, because we have been coming. And we’re going to be doing COVID a very long prepared; we have to be ready.” time, and we’re ready to be Last year, the Atlantic spun a Photos by SARAH CAVACINI/Palatka Daily News doing something else,” division record 30 named storms, with Two retiring employees of the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office were honored Tuesday during the Putnam County Board of Director Kevin Guthrie said. 14 hurricanes. None made Commissioners meeting – detective Dwayne Foreman and Capt. Ken Parden. ABOVE: Foreman, fifth from right, is joined by The hurricane season is pro- landfall in Florida, a relief as commissioners, county officials and sheriff’s office representatives. BELOW: Sheriff Gator DeLoach, right, presents Parden with a token as he thanks him for his service to the county. jected to be above average for the state took direct hits from storms and got off to an early major storms in 2016, 2017, start as Tropical Storm Ana has 2018 and 2019. already formed and dissipated, But that didn’t mean Florida The National Oceanic and was spared as, for example, the Atmospheric Administration Pensacola area sustained severe last week predicted a 60% flooding and other damage chance of 13 to 20 named from Hurricane Sally, which storms (winds of 39 mph or made landfall across the bor- higher), with six to 10 reaching der in Alabama. hurricane strength (winds of Other than some new resi- 74 mph or higher) and three to dents to the state, Wool said a five considered major hurri- positive this year is that the canes (winds of 111 mph or vast majority of Floridians higher). have experience with storms. The federal agency’s scientists That will help as reminders go based their projections on contin- out to put together storm kits ued warmer-than-average sea that include such things as a surface temperatures in the tropi- week’s supply of non-perish- cal Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean able foods and drinks, two Sea, weaker tropical Atlantic weeks of medicines and first- trade winds and an enhanced aid supplies. west African monsoon. And after a year of COVID- “Maybe in the next couple of 19, Guthrie said the state has years we’ll see that switch, and stockpiled enough personal we’ll start to see a general protective equipment for sev- decreasing trend,” National eral hurricanes and will again Weather Service meteorologist be able to offer non-congregate Mark Wool said. “But you shelters – hotels and dorms for know, the wildcard here is individuals or families. Unlike global warming, and we don’t in 2020, such accommodations quite know how that’s going to will be just for people who test influence that just yet. positive for the virus. USED

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We ended up getting pulled Not only did he break the law, her before you meet her family. guitars 3 Environment over twice. The second time, he but he also put your lives in But clearly your understanding 25 Trevi Fountain 4 Convene got a speeding ticket. The next danger. of “meeting the parents” means coins, once 5 Cen. fractions 26 Canape 6 Man-goat morning, my cousin asked if I Tell your cousin exactly what something. Be able to articulate topper deity could pitch in for her boyfriend’s happened, how you pleaded for what that means and why you 29 Lower in 7 Open a letter esteem 8 Hwys. speeding ticket; it really offended him to slow down and how he want to wait. 32 Pollen 9 Don Ho’s me. We had asked him nicely to ignored you. Explain that you If your girlfriend gets mad gatherer neckwear slow down, and he didn’t listen will not pay for his recklessness because you aren’t ready to com- 33 Bonn 10 Mexican Mrs. connector 11 Sundance to us. It’s not our responsibility — nor should she. 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HOROSCOPE What can I say at this point? ing me to meet her mom, dad and Not wanting to meet them may For Wednesday, May 26, 2021 VIRGO but will ultimately provide you How do I get her to understand brothers. I’m supposed to be vis- feel like rejection to her, so you (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) with something concrete. that the ticket was not our fault, iting her in a month, and I can’t do need to be honest. This could AQUARIUS Check out what’s feasible this Ease into whatever you want to nor is it our responsibility? — find the words to tell her that I be a dealbreaker in your relation- year. Underestimating the extent (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) pursue. Size up what you have to Pay the Fine don’t want to meet them yet. She ship. of your plans will become an work with, then implement chang- Take a gander at what’s hap- ongoing aggravation. Size up es that are in sync with trends. pening globally, and you’ll gain BRIDGE situations before you get going, LIBRA perspective regarding your next and modify any plans that need (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) move. Protecting your home and are the first to catch and to reflect declarer will lose one heart, two adjustment. Discipline, organiza- Reflect upon the lessons of family will put your mind at ease tion and moderation will lead to experience. Rise above any med- and lead to a better future. the dawn. They are bright, while diamonds and one club. South success. dling or misinformation you PISCES the level below is still in dark- must stop East from winning a GEMINI encounter. You have no time to (Feb. 20-March 20) ness.” trick with either his club queen (May 21-June 20) waste, and a good chance of suc- Stop, assess and rethink your Perhaps that is the perfect quo- Strive to advance. Don’t take cess. Be smart and alert. strategy. Don’t take unneces- or heart nine. shortcuts when precision and SCORPIO sary risks. Information will be tation to sum up learning bridge. To do that, declarer has to duck detail are required. Pace yourself (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) vague and making a good deci- This deal was labeled as an the first trick. Let’s assume West and leave nothing to chance, and Pick up the pace, and don’t stop sion will be difficult. Focus on intermediate play problem, but you will overcome any obstacle shifts to the club jack. South until you feel you have accom- self-improvement where you can I feel it is advanced, and only you encounter along the way. plished what you set out to do. make headway. wins with dummy’s king, draws CANCER ARIES those who have reflected the Discipline is necessary, along two rounds of trumps and contin- (June 21-July 22) with vision, innovation and sound (March 21-April 19) dawn would get it right. ues with the heart jack, ducking Explore new possibilities, but instincts. Take better care of your money, West leads the heart king don’t buy into something without SAGITTARIUS possessions and documents. Use again in the dummy after West against four spades. What should doing your homework. Underlying (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) common sense, and talk through covers with the queen. South issues in a bureaucratic situation Consider your relationships worrisome matters with some- South do, given that West prob- will limit your ability to build a with others and how they operate. one you trust to give you sound Thomas Babington Macaulay, ably has the diamond ace for his wins the next club with dummy’s secure base. Question those who try to muddy advice. Strive for stability. a 19th-century English historian, ace, discards his last club on the LEO TAURUS overcall? situations or manipulate what oth- wrote, “Time advances: Facts heart ace, ruffs a club, plays a (July 23-Aug. 22) ers do, and it will be easier to (April 20-May 20) If South had rebid three no- Take a moment to digest what’s navigate your way to victory. Do things your way. Make accumulate; doubts arise. Faint trump, would East have led a trump to dummy and discards a going on around you, then make CAPRICORN up your mind instead of letting glimpses of truth begin to appear heart — dawn for declarer — or diamond on the established club your move. Take the lead, and (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) someone step in and take charge. and shine more and more unto the diamond queen — darkness? seven. (If the clubs aren’t 3-3, don’t slow down until you are Be open to creative concepts Change begins with you. Size up happy with what you achieve. and doing things differently. An whatever situation you face, and the perfect day. The highest intel- If East gets on lead, he will declarer hopes that East has the Don’t listen to idle chatter. opportunity will need tweaking, construct a solid plan. lects, like the tops of mountains, shift to the diamond queen, and diamond ace.) COMICS HAGAR THE HORRIBLE Chris Browne HI AND LOIS Chance Browne

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BABY BLUES Jerry Scott & Rick Kirkman GARFIELD Jim Davis IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, SEVENTH JU- DICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR PUTNAM COUNTY, FLORIDA

CASE #: 2021-CA-98

THOMAS P. HAYS, LIVING TRUST & EDWIN K, MARTIN LIVING TRUST, IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR PUTNAM COUNTY, FLORIDA vs. PROBATE DIVISION MARY LOU NELSON and any other per- File No. 542021CP000210 son, heir or assign claiming by through Division CPA or under Mary Lou Nelson, DIAMOND NELSON, Plaintiffs, IN RE: ESTATE OF ARLENE C. MEUSEL, Deceased. NOTICE OF ACTION

NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO: MARY LOU NELSON and any per- son, successor, heir spouse or any oth- The administration of the estate of AR- er unknown persons claiming by LENE C. MEUSEL, deceased, whose through or under the named defend- date of death was March 19, 2020, is ants. pending in the Circuit Court for Put- nam County, Florida, Probate Division, YOUR ARE NOTIFIED that an action has the address of which is 410 St Johns been filed against you in the Circuit Avenue, Palatka, Florida 32177. The Court of the Seventh Judicial Circuit, in 5B CLASSIFIEDSnames •and addresses of the personal and for Putnam County, Florida, to representativePALATKA and the personal DAILY rep- NEWS • WEDNESDAY, MAYQuiet Title26, to 2021 Real Property, and you resentative's attorney are set forth be- are required to serve a copy of your low. written defenses to it, if any, to: All creditors of the decedent and other PUBLIC NOTICE Kevin Monahan Items $25 Or Less Lost a friend! persons having claims or demands PO Box 2682 against decedent's estate on whom a Palatka, FL 32178 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEV- 2 Toddler / Kids Solid Wood copy of this notice is required to be ENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR on or before JUNE 5, 2021, and file the served must file their claims with this PUTNAM COUNTY, FLORIDA Chairs. One is Solid Chair & the court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 original with the Clerk of this Court, at the Putnam County Courthouse, 410 other is a rocker both $25 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE CIVIL DIVISION St. Johns Ave., Palatka, Florida, 32177 (386) 937-2447 FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE CASE NO.: 2021-000005-CA-AXMX OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SER- either before service on Plaintiff's at- torney or immediately thereafter; or a VICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL default will be entered against you for THEM. ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, the relief demanded in the Complaint Jelly Pop New Sneakers, or Petition. We can help! Call Today 312-5200 All other creditors of the decedent and vs. Leopard Print, Woman's size 6 other persons having claims or de- $15 Call or Text WITNESS my hand and Seal of this mands against decedent's estate must PATRICIA A. BINDA, a single woman; Court on MAY 3, 2021. (386) 336-0829 file their claims with this court WITHIN THERESA A. POLES AS PERSONAL REP- 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE RESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF MATT REYNOLDS Need To FiNd FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. STEPHEN C. CROWELL A/K/A STEPH- CLERK OF THE COURT EN CHARLES CROWELL, DECEASED; New Office jet HP 901 XL Black ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE ALL UNKNOWN PERSONS CLAIMING /s/: Amanda Haring Your GaraGe aGaiN? TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLOR- BY, THROUGH, UNDER, OR AGAINST cartridge, Expired Dec 2012 Amanda Haring IDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL STEPHEN C. CROWELL A/K/A STEPH- $10, Text or Call As Deputy Clerk lear he luTTer BE FOREVER BARRED. EN CHARLES CROWELL, DECEASED, (386) 336-0829 C T C WHETHER AS SPOUSES, HEIRS, DE- Legal No.: 00081636 NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERI- VISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNS OR 05/05, 05/12, 05/19, 05/26/2021 ODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM OTHER CLAIMANTS; and, ANY UN- aNd Make $$$ Too!! ILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER F KNOWN PARTIES IN POSSESSION, De- THE DECEDENT'S DATE OF DEATH IS Residential Floor Mount Toilet, fendants. BARRED. Delinquent Tax List 3.5 GPF, Complete $25 NOTICE OF ACTION (386) 328-4951 The date of first publication of this no- tice is May 19, 2021. TO: ALL UNKNOWN PERSONS CLAIM- ING BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR Attorney for Personal Representative: AGAINST STEPHEN C. CROWELL A/K/A PUBLIC NOTICE PETS & SUPPLIES STEPHEN CHARLES CROWELL, DE- /s/ Clarence H. Houston, Jr. CEASED, WHETHER AS SPOUSES, NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: SCRUGGS Clarence H. Houston, Jr. HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, AS- MOTOR COMPANY LLC gives Notice of

Attorney 550 SIGNS OR OTHER CLAIMANTS; and Lien and intent to sell these vehicles on Florida Bar Number: 284191 ANY UNKNOWN PARTIES IN POSSES- 06/11/2021, 10:00 am at 2407 REID Taylor, Stewart, Houston, & Duss, P.A. SION ST PALATKA, FL 32177-2803, pursu- 590 Oak Street ant to subsection 713.78 of the Florida Jacksonville, FL 32204 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for Statutes. SCRUGGS MOTOR COMPANY Telephone: (904) 354-9000 reformation of deed and mortgage on LLC reserves the right to accept or Fax: (833) 200-5221 the following property in Putnam reject any and/or all bids. E-Mail: [email protected] County, Florida: Secondary E-Mail: 1FAFP40624F137323 2004 FORD [email protected] GUM CREEK EAST PHASE II LOT 19 1FAHP3GN4BW174726 2011 FORD 1FMEU73E86UB10043 2006 FORD Personal Representative: COMMENCE AT THE NORTHEAST Pets & Supplies CORNER OF THE SOUTH 1/2 OF THE Legal No.: 00082014 /s/ Sharon M. Fetrow SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 05/26/2021 Sharon M. Fetrow 1/4 OF SECTION 26, TOWNSHIP 10 AKC Mini Schnauzer Puppies, Place a 1403 Harbor Oaks Road SOUTH, RANGE 24 EAST, AND RUN N- Jacksonville, Florida 32207 87° 39' 21” – W ALONG THE NORTH Parti color, For Sale BOUNDARY OF SAID SOUTH 1/2, PUBLIC NOTICE (530) 917-3332 Garage Sale Ad Legal No. 00081876 111.00 FEET; THENCE S-02°29'06” – (Middleburg area) 05/19/21, 05/26/21 E, 861.89 FEET; THENCE N-65°40'27” – E, 241.51 FEET; THENCE N - The Putnam County Solid Waste Ad- 62°28'54“ – E, 170.04 FEET; THENCE justment Committee will meet on N - 57°37'34” – B 295.87 FEET Thursday, June 3, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. LIVESTOCK & SUPPLIES THENCE S – 83°33'56” E – 228.92 in the Board of County Commissioners FEET; THENCE S - 70°42'34” - E; Meeting Room located at 2509 Crill Av- At Your Service enue, Suite 100, Palatka, FL. The help you need is just a phone call away! 125.64 FEET; THENCE N - 64°01'54" -

N, 185.44 FEET; THENCE S - 86°10'16” 560 PUBLIC NOTICE – N, 255.36 FEET TO THE POINT OF BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS BEGINNING; THENCE N - 01°38'34” – PUTNAM COUNTY, FLORIDA IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR PUTNAM N, 217.00 FEET; THENCE S - 88°21'36” – E, 200.00 FEET; THENCE S- Sarah Herbein COUNTY, FLORIDA Executive Assistant PROBATE DIVISION 01°38'34” – W, 262.94 FEET; THENCE N – 42°30'01” – W, 55.43 FEET; to the County Administrator File No. 2021-000228CP THENCE N -86°10'16” W, 161.51 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. Legal No. 00082041 Pressure Washing 05/26/21 IN RE: ESTATE OF ALBERT JOSEPH DE- LUCA JR, Deceased. CONTAINING 1.03 ACRES MORE OR LESS. Lost & Found Phill’s On Point NOTICE TO CREDITORS MERCHANDISE PROPERTY APPRAISER'S PARCEL NUM- Animals The administration of the estate of AL- BER: 26-10-24-0000-0020-0190 Pressure Washing BERT JOSEPH DELUCA JR, deceased, PROPERTY ADDRESS: 132 Deer Run, LOST Service dog w/jacket. F, whose date of death was April 9, 2021, 400 is pending in the Circuit Court for Put- Interlachen, Florida 32148 Chihuahua, Brindle color. Went nam County, Florida, Case No- 2021- has been filed against you in the above missing around High Level Bar. 000228CP, the address of which is 124 styled court and action, and you are Call Donald (386) 336-0442 Odom Drive, Palatka, FL 32177. The required to serve a copy of your writ- SPRING CLEANING DAYS! names and addresses of the personal ten defenses to the Complaint, E-Filed representative and the personal rep- 1/5/2021 if any, to it on plaintiff's at- Get your home ready for summer! resentative’s attorney are set forth be- torney, whose name and address is: FOR RENT low. House • Roof • Decks Barry Jay Warsch, Esq. REAL ESTATE All creditors of the decedent and other FIDELITY NATIONAL LAW GROUP RV’s • Patios Attorneys for Plaintiff persons having claims or demands Air / Heating 600 Driveways & More! against decedent’s estate on whom a 100 West Cypress Creek Road, copy of this notice is required to be Suite 889 served must file their claims with this Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33309 Professional and Aff ordable. Free Estimates court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 Telephone: (954) 414-2109 Big Window Unit, MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE Primary E-mail: [email protected] Good Condition, Been in FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE Secondary E-mail: storage unit $200 386-972-9672 OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SER- [email protected] VICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON (386) 453-3515 Want your business listed here. THEM. on or before JUNE 5, 2021, and to file the original with the clerk of this court Call Debra at 386-312-5223. All other creditors of the decedent and either before service on the plaintiff's other persons having claims or de- attorney or immediately thereafter; Appliances FOR SALE mands against decedent’s estate must otherwise a default will be entered file their claims with this court WITHIN against you for the relief demanded in REAL ESTATE 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE the Complaint or petition. Palatka Daily News Fridge, Good Condition, Been 700 FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. DATED: APRIL 30, 2021 in storage unit $200 ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE (386) 453-3515 ANNOUNCEMENTS TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SEC- MATT REYNOLDS TION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PRO- CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT & COMP- BATE CODE WILL BE FOREVE R TROLLER BARRED. Fruit & Vegetables By/s/ Amanda Haring 100 NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERI- Deputy Clerk FRESH EGGS, Large Brown ODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER Legal No.: 00081608 Free Range, At the Farm, East Mobile Homes TIME DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS 05/05, 05/12, 05/19, 05/26/2021 Palatka $3.00 Dozen BARRED. Call 386-336-8005 3Br/2ba Remodeled DW Manf., The date of publication of this notice is New flooring, 2 Lrg Screen May 9, 2021. Fuel Oil & Firewood porches, Lrg Wrkshp, CHA, 2 Attorney of Personal Representative: Lots, Fenced/2 gates. Sat- EMPLOYMENT FRANKLIN D. FIELDS, ESQ. PUBLIC NOTICE suma/San Mateo $109k Owner. (386) 326-6272 Hyde's Fin. 904-613-3605 Fla. Bar #0723691 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEV- Firewood. Camping, Law Office of Franklin D. Fields ENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF FLORIDA 311 State Road 26 Smoking & Grilling Wood

200 IN AND FOR PUTNAM COUNTY Melrose, FL 32666 available Starting @ $10 RECREATIONAL Telephone: (352) 475-1176 GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2020-000088-CA Personal Representative: ARMAND DELUCA Furniture & MIDFIRST BANK, Plaintiff, 800 124 Odom Dr Upholstery Palatka, FL 32177 vs. Legal No. 00081877 RICKY D COOK A/K/A RICKY COOK, et FOR SALE! A beautiful & 05/19/21, 05/26/21 al., Defendants. Medical comfortable couch, $100. First NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE come first serve. Need out of my garage, so I can park my Exp. in-home caregiver NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Summary Final Judgment of Fore- car in it. (904) 210-7803 needed. Cooking, laundry, closure entered April 12, 2021 in Civil Boats & Accessories cleaning. Bkgd req'd. Lv Msg Case No. 2020-000088-CA of the Cir- (386) 972-5860 PUBLIC NOTICE cuit Court of the Seventh Judicial Cir- Mattress for Sale. Pillowtop, cuit in and for Putnam County, Palatka, Plush, Best Prices. Pomona Outboard Motors for sale, Star IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH Florida, wherein MIDFIRST BANK is Plaintiff and RICKY D COOK A/K/A Park, All Sizes (386) 336-1544 craft deck boat w/Yamaha 4 JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR PUT- stroke w/Alum. Trailer, $7,500 NAM COUNTY, FLORIDA RICKY COOK, et al., are Defendants, General the Clerk of Court, Matt Reynolds, will 386-336-1544, Pomona Park CIVIL DIVISION sell to the highest and best bidder for CASE NO. 2020000033CAAXMX cash at www.putnam.realforeclose.com Garage Sales Delivery worker, Must have in accordance with Chapter 45, Florida TRANSPORTATION CU MEMBERS MORTGAGE, A DIVISION Statutes on the 20th day of July 2021 valid FL DL, able to lift 40 lbs, at 11:00 AM on the following de- ability to hookup & pull utility OF COLONIAL SAVINGS, F.A, Plaintiff, 2 Family 127 Vintage Ln, scribed property as set forth in said Pal., Thr & Fri 8-5 & Sat 8-4 trailer, apply in person @ 153 vs. Summary Final Judgment, to-wit:

Furn., pictures, Antique Glass, 900 US HWY 17 S., E Palatka, Ref- LOTS 14, 15 AND 16, BLOCK 11, UNIT erences (386) 328-5509 DENNIS L. BARLOW; SHARON F. BAR- Crystal, Clothing Fishing, LOW; UNKNOWN PERSON(S) IN POS- ONE OF PARADISE LAKES, A SUBDIVI- Power Tools, Lawn Spreader, SESSION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY, SION ACCORDING TO THE PLAT Defendant(s) THEREOF RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 5, Dog pin, Records & Movies Immediate Opening PAGE 29, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF The Palatka Daily News is NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PUTNAM COUNTY, FLORIDA. looking for someone to work Pre-Moving Sale HUGE 158 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Any person claiming an interest in the about 25hrs/wk. Schedule is an Order on Plaintiff’s Motion to Sched- surplus from the sale, if any, other Waterway Ave., Satsuma Monday-Friday nights in the ule Foreclosure Sale entered on May 3, than the property owner as of the date Thr, Fri & Sat 7:30-4:30 Lots 2021 in Case No. 2020000033CAAXMX, of the lis pendens, must file a claim be- Trucks & Accessories newspaper inserting and la- fore the clerk reports the surplus as of fishing; reels & rods, tackle of the Circuit Court of the 7th Judicial boxes, Lots of tools, Boat sup- beling department. Must be Circuit in and for PUTNAM County, Flor- unclaimed. able to occasionally lift up to ida, wherein CU MEMBERS MORTGAGE, plies, Lots hshld, Quilts, Cloth- 1998 Ford Ranger extended A DIVISION OF COLONIAL SAVINGS, I HEREBY CERTIFY that a true and cor- cab, very good condition 35 pounds. Competitive pay. rect copy of the foregoing was: [check ing & Etc. Also House for Sale Good work environment. F.A is Plaintiff and DENNIS L. BARLOW; 386-328-3555 throughout $2,950 SHARON F. BARLOW; UNKNOWN PER- all used] (X) E-mailed (X) Mailed this Pick up applications from the SON(S) IN POSSESSION OF THE SUB- 21st day of May, 2021, to all parties on (904) 823-7475 PDN mailroom (loading dock JECT PROPERTY; are defendants. TIM the attached service list. area), 1825 St. Johns Ave., SMITH, the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Lawn & Garden will sell to the highest and best bidder Robyn Katz, Esq. between 6-8 p.m. Last day for cash BY ELECTRONIC SALE AT: McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC SUVs & Accessories WWW.PUTNAM.REALFORECLOSE.COM, Attorney for Plaintiff 2 Riding Lawnmowers, Good to apply is Friday, June 110 SE 6th Street, Suite 2400 11th at 11:00 A.M., on June 22, 2021, the Condition, Big mower $200 & 2009 Dodge Journey, 3rd row, following described property as set Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: Phone: (407) 674-1850 Small mower $100 A/C, very nice $3,450 Fax: (321) 248-0420 (386) 453-3515 (904) 823-7475 LOT 18, BLOCK 1, ST. JOHN'S HAR- Email: [email protected] FINANCIAL BOR SUBDIVISION, UNIT 1, ACCORD- Fla. Bar No.: 0146803 ING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECOR- DED IN PLAT BOOK 4, PAGES 58 TO If you are a person with a disability 60, INCLUSIVE, OF THE PUBLIC RE- who needs an accommodation in order 300 CORDS OF PUTNAM COUNTY, FLOR- to access court facilities or participate IDA. in a court proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of Any person claiming an interest in the certain assistance. To request such an surplus from the sale, if any, other accommodation, please contact Court than the property owner as of the date Administration in advance of the date of the lis pendens must file a claim be- the service is needed: Court Adminis- fore the Clerk reports the surplus as tration, 125 E. Orange Ave., Ste. 300, unclaimed. Daytona Beach, FL 32114; (386) 257- 6096. Hearing or voice impaired, LEGALS Dated this 14th day of May, 2021. please call 1 (800) 955-8770. Kahane & Associates, P.A. File 20-00341-2 6749260 8201 Peters Road, Suite 3000 Legal No. 00082047

350 Plantation, Florida 33324 Telephone: (954) 382-3486 05/26/21, 06/2/21 Telefacsimile: (954) 382-5380 Designated service email: [email protected]

Eric Knopp, Esq. Fla. Bar No.: 709921 PUBLIC NOTICE This notice is provided pursuant to Ad- ministrative Order No.2.065. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, SEVENTH JU- In accordance with the Americans with DICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR PUTNAM Legal Notices Disabilities Act, if you are a person COUNTY, FLORIDA with a disability who needs any accom- modation in order to participate in this CASE #: 2021-CA-98 proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost PUBLIC NOTICE to you, to provisions of certain assist- THOMAS P. HAYS, LIVING TRUST & ance. Please contact the Court Admin- EDWIN K, MARTIN LIVING TRUST, IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR PUTNAM istrator at 410 St. Johns Avenue, Pal- COUNTY, FLORIDA atka, Fl 32177, Phone No. (904)329- vs. PROBATE DIVISION 0254 within 2 working days of your re- ceipt of this notice or pleading; if you MARY LOU NELSON and any other per- File No. 542021CP000210 are hearing impaired, call 1-800-955- son, heir or assign claiming by through Division CPA 8771 (TDD); if you are voice impaired, or under Mary Lou Nelson, DIAMOND call 1-800-995-8770 (V) (Via Florida NELSON, Plaintiffs, IN RE: ESTATE OF ARLENE C. MEUSEL, Relay Services). Deceased. NOTICE OF ACTION Submitted by: NOTICE TO CREDITORS Kahane & Associates, P.A. TO: MARY LOU NELSON and any per- 8201 Peters Road, Ste.3000 son, successor, heir spouse or any oth- The administration of the estate of AR- Plantation, FL 33324 er unknown persons claiming by LENE C. MEUSEL, deceased, whose Telephone: (954) 382-3486 through or under the named defend- date of death was March 19, 2020, is Telefacsimile: (954) 382-5380 ants. pending in the Circuit Court for Put- Designated service email: nam County, Florida, Probate Division, [email protected] YOUR ARE NOTIFIED that an action has

CALL฀CLASSIFIEDS฀TODAY฀•฀312-5200 the address of which is 410 St Johns been filed against you in the Circuit Avenue, Palatka, Florida 32177. The File No.:19-01953 COL Court of the Seventh Judicial Circuit, in names and addresses of the personal V6.20190626 and for Putnam County, Florida, to representative and the personal rep- Quiet Title to Real Property, and you resentative's attorney are set forth be- Legal No.: 00081886 are required to serve a copy of your low. 05/19, 05/26/2021 written defenses to it, if any, to:

All creditors of the decedent and other Kevin Monahan persons having claims or demands PO Box 2682 against decedent's estate on whom a Palatka, FL 32178 copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this on or before JUNE 5, 2021, and file the court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 original with the Clerk of this Court, at MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE the Putnam County Courthouse, 410 FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE St. Johns Ave., Palatka, Florida, 32177 OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SER- either before service on Plaintiff's at- VICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON torney or immediately thereafter; or a THEM. default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint All other creditors of the decedent and or Petition. other persons having claims or de- mands against decedent's estate must WITNESS my hand and Seal of this file their claims with this court WITHIN Court on MAY 3, 2021. 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. MATT REYNOLDS CLERK OF THE COURT ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLOR- /s/: Amanda Haring IDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL Amanda Haring BE FOREVER BARRED. As Deputy Clerk

NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERI- Legal No.: 00081636 ODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM 05/05, 05/12, 05/19, 05/26/2021 FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT'S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.

The date of first publication of this no- tice is May 19, 2021.

Attorney for Personal Representative:

/s/ Clarence H. Houston, Jr. Clarence H. Houston, Jr. Attorney Florida Bar Number: 284191 Taylor, Stewart, Houston, & Duss, P.A. 590 Oak Street Jacksonville, FL 32204 Telephone: (904) 354-9000 Fax: (833) 200-5221 E-Mail: [email protected] Secondary E-Mail: [email protected]

Personal Representative:

/s/ Sharon M. Fetrow Sharon M. Fetrow 1403 Harbor Oaks Road Jacksonville, Florida 32207

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