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ANGELA DAUGHTRY year. News-Leader The rate com- prises an ad valorem Fernandina Beach Commissioners (property tax) roll- have adopted a tentative property tax back rate of 4.240 rate increase to make up for declining mills and a debt serv- property values in the city. Only city ice rate of 0.2435 commissioner Jeffrey Bunch support- mills. The voter- ed keeping the rate at its current lower approved debt is level. Bunch $473,030, said The new rate would allow the same Clifford. The rollback OFFICIAL U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY MCSN LEX WENBERG property tax revenue to be collected in rate would bring in Aviation Ordnanceman Herbert Babin, 21, inspects the 20mm machine gun for an F/A-18C Hornet 2009-10 as this year, and had to be the same amount of revenue as the strike fighter aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan, currently in the Persian Gulf in support raised because of declining property previous year. of U.S. and coalition forces in Afghanistan. values, according to City Finance The county also levies property Director Patti Clifford. The proposed taxes on municipal homeowners, but rate can be lowered during upcoming the county commission is not sched- public hearings, but it cannot go any uled to consider its tentative millage higher. rate until its regular meeting Monday Serving your country: A tentative millage rate of 4.4855 at 6 p.m. at the James S. Page was adopted by commissioners at their ‘It’s a family thing’ Tuesday meeting, up from 4.2209 last CITY Continued on 3A

RYAN SMITH City, county lobbyist News-Leader ‘It’s not something that you want just In the middle of the Persian Gulf, a floating city bus- any 21-year-old to do. You need someone tles with activity. Thousands of men and women work round the clock to support U.S. troops in Afghanistan. responsible. You need someone ‘got us that money’ Among them is a graduate of Fernandina Beach High intelligent and thorough.’ School. RYAN SMITH years, but there’s “I moved (to Fernandina Beach) back in ’93,” said LT. COMMANDER RON FLANDERS ANGELA DAUGHTRY never been any Navy Airman Herbert Babin, the son of Herbert J. and the USS RONALD REAGAN News-Leader money. The contacts late Maria Babin. “I joined back at the end of 2006. It that Buddy had not pretty much follows in my family. My dad’s prior military, thing’s wrong, they’ll call us up and say, ‘We’re having a Nassau County Commissioners will only at the my grandfather’s prior military, my brother-in-law’s mil- problem in such-and-such area,’ and the pilots will go up discuss Wednesday whether to renew Washington level, itary. It’s a family thing.” and take care of it.” a lobbyist’s $75,000 a year contract. but at the state level, The 21-year-old aviation ordnanceman is one of 4,500 “Airman Babin’s job is critical to that support,” Flanders “He’s done a lot,” commission Chair got us that money,” people stationed on the USS Ronald Reagan, an aircraft car- said. “They’re really depending on him to make sure the Barry Holloway said, crediting attor- Holloway said. rier currently deployed to the Persian Gulf. machine guns on that aircraft are working, that the ord- ney Buddy Jacobs with a $60 million Jacobs “I could not have “The USS Ronald Reagan is the newest carrier in the nance is properly placed and working. In a way, their project to widen A1A near Callahan. gone to Tallahassee Pacific Fleet. We are a massive warship, 1,092 feet long,” lives could literally depend on how well he does his job. Jacobs has a contract with the coun- and gotten that said Lt. Commander Ron Flanders, the carrier’s public ... It’s not something that you want just any 21-year-old to ty through Sept. 30. He’s also paid money. I don’t have the contacts that information officer. “We weigh 97,000 tons. Our flight do. You need someone responsible. You need someone $75,000 a year by the city, and that Mr. Jacobs had. I feel very, very con- deck is 4 1/2 acres of U.S. sovereign territory. We have intelligent and thorough.” contract continues for another year. fident that he was instrumental in get- the most modern maritime airwing in the world, over 60 Babin, currently on his second deployment aboard City Manager Michael Czymbor ting us that money. aircraft. ... We are launching dozens of these aircraft a day the USS Ronald Reagan, said his time in the Navy has been has credited Jacobs for luring a $1 mil- “I just have confidence in Mr. to support the folks on the ground in Afghanistan.” rewarding. lion federal contract to improve the Jacobs’ law firm, that they can accom- As an aviation ordnanceman, Babin is responsible for “I’m enjoying it. It’s always different, every day. No city’s airport. plish what we need to accomplish not keeping those aircraft in fighting condition. day’s the same,” he said. “You work with a lot of good peo- Holloway discounted the notion only at the federal level, but at the “We load different kinds of bombs and missiles. We ple. I’m learning things and going places I never thought that federal stimulus money – the state level,” Holloway said. “... Without load bullets into the machine guns that the FA-18 (air- I would. I guess you could say I’m having a pretty good American Recovery and Reinvestment that contact for our county, I don’t plane) carries,” Babin said. “We troubleshoot the jet to time.” Act was proposed by President Obama believe we would have gotten what make sure the bombs and missiles are reading correct- The ship itself also continues to impress him. “I remem- and approved by Congress earlier this we got. Would we have gotten some of ly, to make sure that when the pilots go off on their mis- ber the first time I did a deployment on the Ronald year – was coming anyway. it? Probably – but I don’t know how sions they won’t have any problems if they have to drop Reagan,” he said. “Walking up and seeing the ship was The A1A project, for example, has much.” the bombs or fire the missiles – but that’s pretty much a amazing. It’s ridiculous that this big ship can float. ... You been a priority “for years, but there’s Funding for the Fernandina Beach last-resort thing. never been any money. A lot of these “If the boots on the ground call up and say some- NAVY Continued on 3A projects have been on the books for LOBBYIST Continued on 3A ‘Shrimp Expression’ to raise money for Micah’s Place

HEATHER A. PERRY manent ownership of the shrimp, but The painted shrimp will be dis- News-Leader sponsors will receive benefits including played at sponsoring businesses from name recognition on the sculpture, May through September 2010. They What does a cow in Chicago have in website recognition, official publica- will be sold to the highest bidders at a common with a shrimp in Fernandina tions and VIP tickets to the gala auc- gala auction in October 2010. Beach? tion. Executive Director Shandra Riffey Both creatures are part of fundrais- A call to artists will be announced in explained to those gathered for the ing efforts benefiting community char- the coming weeks. Interested artists project launch, the financial crisis has ities. Artists such as Peter Max and and citizens will be able to submit caused an increase in the number of LeRoy Neiman took part in the cow- designs for consideration. The Shrimp women being abused by their part- painting fundraisers in Chicago, along Expression Art Review Committee will ners, which in turn has increased the with Dublin rock band Radiohead. review all submissions and approve need for shelters like Micah’s Place. As for the shrimp, this familiar crea- those that best represent the scope of “Because of the economic climate, ture is at the center of a new fundrais- the project and conform to the guide- we were looking outside the box; we ing effort by Micah’s Place, Nassau lines in the Artist Agreement. were looking at doing some cutting- County’s domestic violence shelter. Approved designs will become part of edge fundraising.” Titled “Shrimp Expression,” the a portfolio for selection by prospective Once the Micah’s Place Auxiliary project will have area merchants spon- sponsors. If a sponsor chooses an came up with the idea to do a project soring one of 20 fiberglass shrimp artist’s design, an honorarium of $500 similar to the highly successful Cows sculptures on which local artists will will be paid to the artist upon comple- on Parade in Chicago, they called on unleash their creativity in January. tion, delivery and acceptance of the the talents of Bonnie Upright at Sponsors may select their shrimp sculpture. Upright Public Relations in Orange design from pre-approved designs, or Approximately four feet high, the Park to help them get the word out. HEATHER A. PERRY/NEWS-LEADER they may commission a local artist to fiberglass shrimp weighs in at 60 “Shrimp Expression is a unique Iris Nicholson, left, unveils a whimsical shrimp sculpture assisted by paint it. Sponsorship of a Shrimp pounds and will be affixed to a wood- Bonnie Upright of Upright Public Relations. Expression icon doesn’t include per- en base once it has been painted. SHRIMP Continued on 3A

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2A FRIDAY, August 7, 2009 NEWS News-Leader LOOKING BACK Vaccines vital to community’s health 50 YEARS AGO decades came to an end as JENNETT WILSON-BAKER dren died from dis- for medical reasons (e.g., children with unions approved a new con- Executive Director, CREED PPAAGGEE eases that vaccines leukemia), and those who cannot make tract 201-104. The strike now prevent, such as an adequate response to vaccination. Fort Clinch ranked sec- began June 1. Vaccines prevent disease in the people whooping cough, Also protected, therefore, are people ond in the number of visitors August 8, 1984 who receive them and protect those who measles and polio. who received a vaccine, but who have not attending Florida’s 33 state come into contact with unvaccinated indi- 2 Those same germs developed immunity. In addition, people parks in fiscal 1958-59, with 10 YEARS AGO viduals. exist today, but babies who are sick will be less likely to be 288,169 guests. Newborn babies are immune to many are now protected by exposed to disease germs that can be August 6, 1959 The city commission was diseases because they have antibodies vaccines, so we do not see these diseases passed around by unvaccinated children. set to consider purchasing they got from their mothers. However, as often. Immunization also slows down or stops 25 YEARS AGO property to build a new the duration of this immunity may last Immunizing individual children also disease outbreaks. police station at South 14th only a month to about a year. However, helps to protect the health of our commu- For more information contact your ITT Rayonier’s largest and Lime streets. young children do not have maternal nity, especially those people who are not local health department or: www.cdc. strike in more than two August 11, 1999 immunity against some vaccine-preventa- immunized. People who are not immu- gov/vaccines/vac-gen/importance.htm. ble diseases, such as whooping cough. nized include those who are too young to Jennett Wilson-Baker, RN, BSN, is the If a child is not vaccinated and is be vaccinated (e.g., children less than a executive director of CREED, the Coalition exposed to a disease germ, the child’s year old cannot receive the measles vac- for the Reduction/Elimination of Ethnic body may not be strong enough to fight cine but can be infected by the measles Disparities in Health. For more informa- the disease. Before vaccines, many chil- virus), those who cannot be vaccinated tion, call 321-2555 or 556-3363.

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Authors wanted Multiple Myeloma Support Shelley Todd Fulmer DeBusk Group will meet 6 p.m. Aug. The Amelia Island Book 12 at the Courtyard Marriott Mrs. Shelley Todd Fulmer Sue) of Bristol, TN; a sister, Festival announces a new on the campus of the Mayo DeBusk, born July 12, 1903 died William “Billie” Creighton of addition to the upcoming Clinic. Tuesday, August 4, 2009, at Tampa, FL; five grandchildren, 2010 festival, “The Local The meetings allow a free Baptist Village Retirement Dawn Fulmer Dean (husband Authors Market Place,” to be exchange of information Communities in Waycross, GA Mike) of Hilliard, FL, Dixie held on Feb. 13. Organizers among patients with Multiple at the age of 106 after a lengthy Fulmer-Manning (husband are seeking local authors Myeloma and their care- illness. Mark) of Fernandina Beach, FL, interested in being a part of givers, and deliver support She was a native of Vidalia, Stephen Judson Fulmer of the festival. Contact Maggie and understanding to those GA but lived in Orlando, FL for Orlando, FL, Elizabeth Fulmer Carter-de Vries no later than who have this disease. Visit many years before moving to Sanders (husband Jason) of Sept. 15 at Amelia Island www.northflorida.myeloma.o Tampa, FL. She had been a res- Greensboro, SC and Stefanie Book Festival, P.O. Box 824, rg to learn more about the ident of Baptist Village Joy Hess (husband Stephen) of Amelia Island, FL 32035. group. For further informa- Retirement Communities for the Knoxville, TN along with Sailing poker run tion contact Hunter and past ten years. numerous great-grandchildren, Dianna Chiles at 491-0007 or She was preceded in death nieces and nephews. A Vice Commodore’s e-mail [email protected] by her husbands, Judson A funeral service will be held Poker Run, co-sponsored by or [email protected]. Fulmer and Fitzhugh “Lee” 4:00 p.m. today, Friday, August the Amelia Island Yacht DeBusk; her parents, William 7, 2009, at Music Funeral Home Basin, will be held Aug. 8 for Bereavement David Todd and Louella Chapel conducted by Rev. all residents of the yacht Thompson Todd and a grand- Bobby Richardson. A graveside basin, members of the support son, Rhett Todd Fulmer. service will be held 1:00 p.m. Amelia Island Sailing Club A Bereavement Support She was lovingly known as Saturday, August 8, 2009, at and their friends. Group meets on the second “Mama Peg” and Grandma and Garden of Memories in Tampa, Entry is free. A skippers’ Thursday of each month she was one of sixteen children. FL. The family will receive meeting will be held at 9:30 from 5-6:30 pm at St. Peter’s Mrs. DeBusk was a homemak- friends from 3 to 4 p.m. today at a.m. at the Abaco House at Episcopal Church, corner of er, a realtor, and a long time the funeral home. the basin and the vice com- Eighth Street and Atlantic member of Seminole Heights In lieu of flowers, donations modore will announce which Avenue. Baptist Church in Tampa, FL. may be made to the Christian seven buoys are to be round- The next meeting is Aug. Her hobbies included needle Appalachian Project, Attn: ed in the run. Each boat 13. Call Kathy Washburn, point, bird watching and col- Honors and Memorials, 322 (motor, sail or a combina- 491-1753, for further infor- lecting antiques. She had a pro- Crab Orchard St., Lancaster, tion) will receive a playing mation. found love for life and loved the Kentucky 40444. card at the end of the day for Lord dearly. Sympathy may be expressed each buoy rounded. They Diabetes education Survivors include two sons, by signing the online registry at will then play a hand of The Nassau County Judson Todd Fulmer (wife www.musicfuneralhome.com. seven-card stud poker to vie Health Department is offer- Dorine) of Hilliard, FL and Music Funeral Home for a prize. The person catch- ing a series of four, two-hour Richard Stephen Fulmer (wife Waycross, Ga. ing the largest fish with an diabetes classes on Wednes- artificial lure dragged behind days Aug. 19, 26, Sept. 2 and a participating boat also will 9 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Edward Ellis “Ed” Huntsinger win a prize. Callahan Tax Collector’s Post-poker run festivities office, 45401 Mickler St., Mr. Edward Ellis “Ed” Electric Authority. begin at 4 p.m. at Amelia Callahan. Registration fee is Huntsinger, age 49, of Yulee He leaves behind, his father, Island Yacht Basin, including $20 and $10 for NCSD em- passed away on Thursday, July Gene Huntsinger, Yulee, FL, a a gourmet hotdog and ham- ployees. For questions or to 30, 2009 at Baptist Medical brother Lee Huntsinger, And- burger cookout. Bring your register contact Jen Nichol- Center - Nassau. rews, SC and a niece, Virginia own refreshments. Contact son, RD, LD/N, Healthy Born in Lumberton, NC, he Lee Huntsinger, Andrews, SC. Commodore Charles Communities Healthy was a son of Eugene Lee Funeral services will be at Steinkamp at 583-3156. People program manager at Huntsinger, Sr. and Linda Gay 11:30 am on Monday, August Car wash 548-1853 or e-mail Jennifer_ Lineberger. 10, 2009 from the graveside in [email protected]. Mr. Huntsinger had served Jacksonville National Cemetery, The Fernandina Beach in the U.S. Navy as a Nuclear Jacksonville, Florida. Pop Warner Association will Stroke support Mechanic aboard the U.S.S. Mr. Huntsinger will be laid to hold a fundraising car wash A Stroke Support Group Nimitz and after being honor- rest with full military honors. on Aug. 8 from 9 a.m.-noon meeting will be held at 10:30 ably discharged worked as var- Please share his life story at at the Wal-Mart in a.m. Aug. 19 at Savannah ious nuclear power plants www.oxleyheard.com. Fernandina Beach. Proceeds Grand of Amelia Island, 1900 including the Jacksonville Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors benefit this year’s Pop Amelia Trace Court, Warner football and cheer- Fernandina Beach. leading programs. The car Guest speaker Rick Davis Helen Johnson wash is $5 per vehicle. will talk about “Preventing a Free screenings New or Recurrent Stroke.” Mrs. Helen Johnson, age 87, Preceding Davis was president of the of Fernandina Beach, passed her in death is Free total cholesterol and Salt Lake City Convention & away on Tuesday afternoon, her husband, diabetes screenings will be Visitors Bureau, preparing to August 4, 2009 at her residence. James F. held from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. host the 2002 Winter Born in Columbia, SC, she Johnson. Aug. 8 and from 10 a.m.-3 Olympics, when he had a was the daughter of the late She leaves p.m. Aug. 13 at the Winn- stroke. He made a long and Calvin and Pearl Hiott Stanley. behind, two Dixie Pharmacy, 947 Amelia remarkable recovery, even- Mrs. Johnson had lived and nephews, Plaza. No appointment is tually hiking across the worked in the Tampa area for a Zachary Morris Johnson, Alma, necessary. For information Grand Canyon, and is cur- number of years as a Welder GA, Lawton Johnson, St. Simons call 800-713-3301. rently president of The and a Hairdresser. After meet- Island, GA, four nieces, Joyce OLEY Foundation, a national ing and marrying James Steeger, Fernandina Beach, FL, Pink Ribbon non-profit association for Franklin Johnson in Tampa, FL Jana Lott, Fernandina Beach, patients with chronic condi- they moved to Fairfax, VA. After FL, June Walker, Waycross, GA, meeting tions. He recently moved to settling in Fairfax, she and her Jane Butler, Macon, GA and a The Pink Ribbon Ladies Amelia Island. Call Renee husband owned and operated special friend, Jeanette Cothern, © 2009 American Profile Hometown Content Service will meet at 6 p.m. Aug. 10 in Stoffel at 321-0898 for infor- an RCA Television Retail Store. Fernandina Beach, FL. the conference Room at mation. While living in Fairfax, she was Funeral services will be Baptist Medical Center active in the local Rotary Club, today from the graveside in 511 Ash Street, Nassau. The meeting will Homeless coalition Square Dance Club and Bridge Rose Hill Cemetery, Alma, GA, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 feature general discussion A membership meeting of Club. Over the years, she made as she is laid to rest beside her and support. For details, con- the Coalition for the many trips to visit Fernandina husband. (904) 261-3696 Fax 261-3698 tact Joyce Karsko at 261-2976 Homeless of Nassau County Beach, where she settled in Please share her life story Website for email addresses: or Isobel Lyle at 321-2057. will be held Aug. 20 at 9:30 1995. Mrs. Johnson was a at www.oxleyheard.com. AARP meeting a.m. at the Peck Center. Baptist by faith. 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FRIDAY, August 7, 2009 NEWS News-Leader 3A Special election City budget workshops Budget workshops will be held by Fernandina Dog, cat die Beach Commissioners at City Hall, 204 Ash St., at 5:30 p.m. Monday and Aug. 24. The public is set to replace invited. The first public hearing on the city budget is set in house fire for Tuesday, Sept. 15 and the second on Tuesday late Sen. King Sept. 22, both at City Hall at 5:05 p.m. The hear- ing dates are subject to change if they conflict ANGELA DAUGHTRY age. According to Hanes, 14 with the county commission or school budget News-Leader firefighters worked 20 min- News-Leader utes to get the fire under con- hearing dates. Two pets died and a sin- trol. A special election is sched- gle-family house on South The owners, Jon and uled this fall to replace state Fletcher Avenue was severely Jennifer Lasserre, were not Sen. Jim King, a Jacksonville taxable value this year is damaged in a fire during a home at the time, but a Republican who died of cancer CITY Continued from 1A $1.92 billion, according to the lightning storm Wednesday. babysitter and an infant made last month. Governmental Complex on county property appraiser’s According to City Fire it out safely. Former state Rep. Aaron Nassau Place in Yulee. office, compared to $2.04 bil- Chief Daniel Hanes, firefight- A dog and cat that were on Bean of Fernandina Beach is King Bean Bunch made a motion at lion in 2008-9. ers responded to the blaze at the second floor of the house among four candidates who Tuesday’s meeting to keep the Clifford could not yet calcu- 2851 South Fletcher Ave. died in the fire. had previously expressed property tax rate at this year’s late the real amount property about 5 p.m., after a caller stat- The origin of the fire was interest in replacing King even though I feel strongly level, but got no support from owners will pay under the ed hearing the sound of loud determined to be in the north- when his term ended next about the issues he cared so other commissioners and the new millage rate because other thunder and then noticed the west bedroom. The house, year because of legally man- much about.” Linda King said motion died for lack of a sec- tax fees such as mosquito con- house was on fire. said Hanes, was a total loss dated term limits. Bean, in in an announcement. ond. trol have not been deter- Engine 102 arrived at the with heavy damage. No other fact, had opened a campaign “Jim and I came in to this Commissioner Ken Walker mined. She also said that, theo- scene and firefighters report- injuries were reported. account aiming for a 2010 elec- together, and will be leaving said it “would be irresponsible” retically, since house values ed seeing visible smoke and Hanes said heavy winds tion. the political process togeth- for the commission to keep the have gone down 6 percent, flames coming from a bed- from the storm also brought Now, the candidates will er.” rates too low. “If we set it lower many homeowners will not room on the first floor. On down power lines all over the vie in a special primary elec- In addition to Bean, candi- than we think necessary,” he see an increase in their city tax entering the building with city, and several fences and tion Sept. 15 and special gen- dates who previously have said, “you go back with diffi- bills. hose lines, firefighters tree limbs were blown down. eral election Oct. 6 to replace expressed interest in the seat culty to bring it back to higher “The city’s not getting any encountered extensive heat There was some minor flood- the late senator. Gov. Charlie are former House Speaker rates.” more money (from the rate and flames inside the front ing, he said, which made it Crist set the dates for the elec- John Thrasher, Jacksonville “We need to get it as low as increase),” Clifford said. “It’s a door, according to Hanes. difficult for firefighters to tion Wednesday. City Councilman Art Graham we can,” said Commissioner mathematical game due to The home sustained heavy respond to calls. Candidates have until 5 and Jacksonville businessman Tim Poynter. “This is hedging falling property values.” smoke, heat and water dam- [email protected] p.m. Aug. 17 to submit peti- Dan Quiggle. our bets ... as it stands right According to a document tions to qualify for the elec- There are two state sena- now, I move to approve (the from the Nassau County tion. tors and one member of the new millage rate).” Property Appraiser’s Office, King’s widow, Linda, said state House of Representatives Clifford said after the meet- total tax revenue at the new POLITICS IN BRIEF Wednesday she would not be whose districts include ing that the city lost about 6 per- rate would amount to $8.3 mil- a candidate. Nassau County. State Sen. cent in property value last year, lion. GOP women The meeting will last “While I am deeply hon- Steve Wise and State Rep. or $123 million. The adjusted [email protected] about an hour with a general ored and humbled to have Janet Adkins, who replaced The Nassau Federated discussion of the fair tax, been asked to run for my late Bean when term limits forced Republican Women have questions and answers and a husband’s senate seat, it is not him to step down, are the oth- scheduled Public Defender discussion on the impact of my intention to fill his place ers. for the Fourth Judicial eliminating the federal District Matt Shirk as their Internal Revenue Service. ‘I feel very, very confident that speaker on Aug. 14. Shirk was the first Low Country Boil to the 6-foot, 4-inch sailor. “You (lobbyist Buddy Jacobs) was Republican elected to the The Nassau County NAVY Continued from 1A sleep in a pretty tight space – instrumental in getting us position, beginning a four- Democratic Party’s 11th meet people from everywhere about 6 1/2 feet long, and you year term in January. Annual Low Country Boil on board, and everyone works sleep three high,” he said. “Me that money.’ The meeting will be at will be held Aug. 15 at Kraft together. The amount of team- being so tall, I’ve got to con- COMMISSIONER BARRY HOLLOWAY Golf Club of Amelia Island. Athletic Ten Acres, 961023 work that goes on on the ship stantly duck my head to avoid Social time begins at 11:30 Buccaneer Trail. is pretty phenomenal.” hitting pipes, nozzles, things a.m. and the meeting at The event will begin at Which is not to say the job like that. But once you bang noon. 6:30 p.m. and will feature a isn’t tough. your head once, you adapt LOBBYIST Fernandina Beach Commis- Cost is $15 and reserva- Low Country Boil menu, bar- “We pretty much work all pretty quick.” sioners approved a non-bind- tions are required. Call becue, music and a silent day. There are two different But all in all, Babin said the Continued from 1A ing letter of intent from the U.S. NFRW President Cherie auction. shifts that run about 12 hours, experience of serving aboard Municipal Airport was Postal Service for purchase of Billings at 277-2995 for reser- State Sen. Dan Gelber of sometimes more,” Babin said. the carrier was worth the announced by the office of U.S. the building in April. vations. Miami Beach, a candidate “When you go to eat there’s a inconveniences. Congressman Ander Crenshaw The letter stated that the city Fair Tax for attorney general, will be line. Pretty much everywhere “The experience of seeing on July 24. The airport is to would purchase the property the keynote speaker. you go there’s a line. so many people work togeth- receive $1 million in Federal at no cost and lease a portion of The Nassau County sec- Tickets are $50 and can “Being up on the flight er to make something big hap- Aviation Administration and air- the building back to the U.S. tion of the Florida Fair Tax be purchased by calling deck for hours upon hours is pen (is great),” he said. “Going port improvements funding for Postal Service for 100 years at Education Association is NCDEC Chairman Jay Paul pretty crazy,” he added. “It to the different places I’ve the extension, repaving and the rate of $1, plus other terms scheduled to meet at 11:30 Thibault at 556-4105 or by e- gets pretty hot – about 130 gone in such a short time – I replacement of lighting on a and conditions. a.m. Aug. 15 in the meeting mailing info@nassaudems. degrees sometimes. You’re love to travel and learn every- taxiway. 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4A FRIDAY, August 7, 2009 NEWS News-Leader A HERO’S METTLE

John Lloyd of Fernandina Beach receives The Carnegie Medal from Doug Chambers of The Carnegie Hero Fund Commission during a ceremo- ny Wednesday at the Peck Community Center hosted by the Fernandina Beach Fire Department. Far left, Lloyd poses with William Wynne, whose life Lloyd saved on May 25, 2007, in the ocean off Main Beach, and Chase Dopson, the city firefighter who res- cued Lloyd and William while working as a city lifeguard. William was 7 when he and his father, visiting from Atlanta, were caught in a rip current. Brian Wynne ANGELA DAUGHTRY/NEWS-LEADER SARA ANN FRANKLIN/FOR THE NEWS-LEADER drowned.

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FRIDAY, August 7, 2009 NEWS News-Leader 5A Vietnam Coast Guard defends U.S. for 219 years vets to be The U.S. Coast Guard is this gation fell to They provided the initial secu- nation’s oldest maritime agency the CG. Fre- rity and assistance to those in of the U.S. Armed Forces and quent com- need with particular emphasis Though it is the smallest of the five branches honored on Tuesday celebrated its 219th mand for protection of our nation’s of the military, it is no less important than birthday. authority coastline, ports and waterways. Fourth Congressional Today’s Coast Guard is an changes In November 2001 in response its counterparts. District Vietnam-era veterans amalgamation of five former fed- passed back to continued threats, U.S. Navy will receive certificates of spe- eral services: Revenue Cutter and forth coastal warships on patrol were Satori in the Atlantic waters and speed vessel operations, includ- cial recognition from Cong- Service, Lighthouse Service, between the assigned to Operation Nobel another rescue effort of a ing one drug-related interdic- ressman Ander Crenshaw in Steamship Inspection Service, Navy De- Eagle and for the first time in downed CG helicopter who tion mission that netted a cash a ceremony slated for Nov. Bureau of Navigation and VETERAN’S partment history naval ships were em- themselves were also caught in seizure of $8.5 million, one of 10 at Naval Air Station Lifesaving Service. In early CORNER and the De- ployed jointly under CG com- the same storm. Surviving that the largest in CG and Joint Jacksonville. days, each agency operated partment of mand. crash were Maj. David Ruvola, Interagency Task Force South The application deadline independently with overlapping Commerce. In early 2003 USCG units Capt. Graham Buschor, SSgt. history. to receive the honor is Oct. responsibilities, was often shuf- Debbie Finally, in deployed in support of Opera- Jimmy Mioli and TSgt. John It’s regrettable that on each 13. fled from one end of the gov- Walsh 1967 all tion Iraqi Freedom and at the Spillane. Crewmember and Aug. 4th very little fanfare is In the past two years, ernment to the other and realigned height of early operations pararescue jumper TSgt. Rick made of this significant anniver- Crenshaw has recognized received constant name components were placed under included the employment of Smith was listed as lost at sea. sary involving one of our pres- nearly 500 Vietnam veterans changes along the way. the operational control of the 1,250 CG active duty and In 2004 during Hurricane tigious branches of the armed eligible for either the Vietnam A historical timeline shows CG with command authority Reserve personnel. Katrina records indicate Coast forces. Though it is the smallest Service Medal or the Viet- in 1790 Congress authorized resting with the newly formed The infamous myth, “Red Guardsmen were on hand to of the five branches of the mili- nam Campaign Medal. This the creation of a maritime serv- Department of Transportation. sky at night, sailor’s delight; red rescue over 27,000 people from tary, it is no less important than year’s ceremony will recog- ice to enforce customs laws. In March 2003 command once sky in the morning, sailors take rooftops and flooded neighbor- its counterparts the Army, Navy, nize the contributions of all Vessels were assigned to ensure again transferred the CG to the warning” brings out the best in hoods. They also assisted in the Marine Corps and Air Force. who served in the U.S. tariffs were paid, contraband newly created Department of our CG assets. While many evacuation of an additional 9,500 Each branch, though assigned arm-ed forces, including the intercepted and ships protected Homeland Security. seek coverage ashore there will patients and medical personnel unique responsibilities, is chal- Coast Guard and the from piracy. In 1831 the fleet The Coast Guard’s present be some who choose to defy from stricken hospitals and lenged to cohesively interface Merchant Marines, during conducted its first search and core mission includes search the angry violence of the sea. nursing homes. with one another to ensure our the dates of the Vietnam War rescue mission. and rescue, environmental pro- When good fortune is not in Then in 2006 another Holly- goals for the defense of the (March 1, 1961 to March 28, In 1915 the “Act to Create tection and response, maritime their favor our heroic rescuers wood movie brought renewed United States are achieved. 1973.) the Coast Guard” was passed law enforcement, inspection and will readily respond. Over the fame to the efforts of the CG. Though this auspicious Armed forces members combining the Life-Saving Ser- licensing, aids to navigation, years, search and rescue mis- “The Guardian” with Kevin anniversary has passed it’s not who qualified for the Armed vice and Revenue Cutter Ser- waterway management, boat- sions have become one of the Costner and Ashton Kutcher too late to applaud this excep- Forces Expeditionary Medal vice. 1932 saw the Steamboat ing safety, marine science, ice Coast Guard’s primary opera- portrayed the extensive train- tional group of men and women by service in Vietnam betwe- Inspection Service and Bureau operations, port safety and secu- tional focuses. ing and mission insights of CG who choose to serve with pride en July 1, 1958 and July 3, of Navigation merge into the rity, homeland security and Non-fictional movies like rescue swimmers. This box and dignity in the United States 1965 will also be recognized. Bureau of Navigation and defense operations. “The Perfect Storm” with actor office hit brought public aware- Coast Guard in defending the Foreign Service Officers with Steamboat Inspection. By 1936 In addition to its everyday George Clooney portrayed the ness to this special breed of man well being of all citizens of the the U.S. Diplomatic Corps that agency was reorganized peacetime mission, the CG sup- Coast Guard’s real-life rescue known as the “Coastie.” United States. Happy Anniver- members serving in and renamed the Bureau of plements the Navy during times efforts on behalf of the Andrea As recently as July 2009 the sary Team Coast Guard! Southeast Asia during the Marine Inspection and Naviga- of war and conflict when opera- Gail, a fishing boat based out media drew public attention and Debbie is a 22-year veteran, periods above are also eligi- tion. Then in 1939 Lighthouse tional control of the agency of Gloucester, Mass. Sadly, their well deserved headline news in retired senior master sergeant in ble for special recognition. Services was transferred to the shifts to the Department of the final fate was listed as “lost at its coverage of the CG Cutter the Air Force and a member of If you are a Vietnam War- Coast Guard (CG) empowering Navy. The CG has been mili- sea” some 575 miles off the Harriet Lane. While deployed American Legion Post 54 of era veteran, live in the Fourth it to discharge all the adminis- tarily involved in every war the coast. The movie was based on to the Caribbean the Harriet Fernandina Beach. Congressional District, and trative duties relative to light- U.S. has fought from the Civil a book written by Sebastian Lane disrupted several high- [email protected] would like to participate, con- houses and navigational aids. War to the current war in Iraq. Junger which also covered the tact Congressman Cren- In 1942 responsibility of mer- On Sept. 11, 2001, USCG rescue by USCG Cutter shaw’s district offices in chant marine licensing and ves- units were among the first mil- Tamaroa of the sailboat crew Jacksonville at (904) 598-0481 sel safety under the Bureau of itary units to respond to the or go to the Congres-sman’s Marine Inspection and Navi- aftermath of attacks on U.S. soil. website at www.Crenshaw. HOMELESS ANIMALS... house.gov to obtain an appli- THEY’RE DYING FOR Family Bowling Center cation. Click on Constituent A 2ND CHANCE Don’t forget about our Services, then Special Events & Notices and last on the Adopt A Companion Today Fall Leagues Forming NOW! Vietnam Veterans Recog- Tuesday Night Doubles League is nition Ceremony to download filling up fast, sign up now! the application. Guaranteed $2,000-$2,400 1st place Completed applications INVITATION TO BID payout!!! 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6A FRIDAY, August 7, 2009 NEWS News-Leader Inducing hypothermia aids cardiac patients

JASON YURGARTIS New-Leader

Nassau County Fire Rescue ‘As a result of this treatment, Nassau County personnel will soon be dealing should see a 40 percent increase in survival with an increased number of hypothermia cases among car- statistics for cardiac arrest patients.’ diac arrest patients. DR. ANDREW LIM Hypothermia, a medical emergency that occurs when your body loses heat faster than it can produce heat, causing a diac arrest patients can walk with a good neurological out- dangerously low body temper- out of the hospital with mini- come as a result of the treat- ature, is normally of little con- mal or no deficit in terms of ment. cern to anyone in a typically brain cell loss,” said Dr. Joseph “As a result of this treat- tepid climate such as Florida’s. Sabato, assistant professor in ment, Nassau County should However, in recent years, the Department of Emergency see a 40 percent increase in sur- some Florida hospitals have Medicine at UF and Shands in vival statistics for cardiac arrest been dealing with a spike in Jacksonville. patients,” Lim said. hypothermia. And it’s all Sabato said the procedure Beyond the presentation by because medical professionals involves administering a 4 the doctors and related written have been purposely inducing it degree Celsius cold saline IV tests, Nassau County Fire in patients. Soon, county emer- and placing ice packs on the Rescue paramedics received gency personnel will be doing body of the patient. The idea is field training in the back of one the same. to drop the body’s core tem- of their trucks courtesy of the While this might sound perature by 1 degree Celsius SIMM, a patient simulator. counterintuitive, it’s part of a per hour, he said, a process that Essentially a highly protocol some hospitals are continues at the hospital. advanced and electronically implementing that developed According to statistics given equipped mannequin, the sim- from a revisiting of research during a training presentation ulator is connected to a laptop from the 1950’s, and it’s gaining by Sabato and Dr. Andrew Lim computer where training per- steam worldwide. and Dr. Zach Dembitsky, both sonnel can input medical symp- Shands Jacksonville, a des- third-year emergency medicine toms and scenarios to the man- tination for many cardiac arrest residents under his direction, nequin, which has a responsive patients in Nassau County, has there were 85 cases of cardiac pulse and body temperature had a therapeutic hypothermia arrest in Nassau County last and can even speak to trainees. protocol since 2006. And doc- year, of which eight patients The SIMM was purchased JASON YURGARTIS/NEWS-LEADER tors from the hospital were on experienced the return of spon- through a Department of Nassau County Fire Rescue personnel practice inducing therapeutic hypothermia in a hand recently to train Nassau taneous circulation. Health Emergency Medical patient simulator. The department is using the realistic hands-on training tool along County Fire Rescue personnel They said of 300,000 cardiac Services grant, said county Fire with classroom instruction from Shands Jacksonville doctors to implement a new pro- how to properly induce arrest patients in the U.S. last Inspector and Public tocol for cardiac arrest patients in the field. hypothermia in transit. They year, there was an estimated Information Officer Frank purport that by doing so in the survival rate of 3-5 percent. But Elkins. He said the Nassau field, brain functions impaired Lim said inducing hypothermia County Commission approved on training with the fully com- Assistant Fire Chief Sam mia in cardiac arrest patients by lack of oxygen during car- in the field could save one out the grant in an effort to pro- puterized human patient simu- Young. “NCFR is involved with will be in full effect as soon as diac arrest will be better pro- of every seven patients who vide advanced medical training lator mannequin in the back of advanced medical training to coolers for the cold saline IV tected, and patients will have a would normally die. for those dealing with cardiac the rescue unit provides our provide the best possible care bags arrive and a few rescue greater chance of survival. Additionally, for every six arrest and other medical emer- paramedics with ‘real life’ for our citizens in the pre-hos- workers who were on vacation “By (inducing therapeutic patients that would have been gencies. assessments in a controlled set- pital setting.” complete training, likely in less hypothermia), one in seven car- in a coma, one will walk away “The classroom and hands- ting,” said Nassau County Young said the protocol to than two weeks. induce therapeutic hypother- [email protected] Fire in island house Nassau County Fire Rescue ly detected the room of origin responded to a residential struc- and performed overhaul to the ture fire in the 5000 block of bathroom ceiling to prevent fur- Anthony Street on Amelia ther destruction and observed Island about 10:15 a.m. evidence of a small flame on Tuesday. the rafter concealed above the “Fortunately the cleaning ceiling light fixture.” crew was at the house at the The estimated damage to time of occurrence and noticed the 2,600-square-foot structure TEAM FRIEND the smoke coming from the out- built in 1978 is approximately side eves just below the roof,” $2,000. 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FRIDAY, August 7, 2009 NEWS News-Leader 7A Who’s going to pay for health care?

his week some of President Obama’s ment does not have the responsible candidates to run on platforms of top lieutenants, including Treasury funds or a solidified plan for government sanity in spending when the Secretary Timothy Geithner, have how to fund yet another soon- majority of Americans rely solely on the gov- T countered the president’s earlier to-be bloated government ernment for life-and-death healthcare deci- promise not to raise taxes on middle-class program. sions and our private insurance industry is Americans to support his nationalized health Certainly the administra- shattered. F LORIDA’ S O LDEST W EEKLY N EWSPAPER care proposal. Is this yet another case of publi- tion recognizes that federal Our current system has its problems, but E STABLISHED IN 1854 cizing policy without having all of the input tax revenues are already we have the freedom to solve those, carefully. required from some of the nation’s leading down a historic 18 percent in If we rush towards President Obama’s bloated The News-Leader is published with pride weekly advisers and supposed experts? 2009 – an astonishing plan, the seemingly necessary resulting tax for the people of Nassau County by Community While the White House has pressed back, MAKING decrease that the Associated hikes may very well cause greater damage to Newspapers, Inc., Athens, Georgia. We believe reiterating their position that middle-class SENSE Press calculates as the our already fragile economy. Furthermore, that strong newspapers build strong communi- Americans would not bear the burden of their largest single-year decline we’ll be forever tying ourselves to an ineffi- ties – “Newspapers get things done!” Our primary overly ambitious plan, it is hard to figure out since (you guessed it) the cient, unstable system which will drain our goal is to publish distinguished and profitable the disconnect between the political opera- Michael Great Depression. So what is wallets and smother quality health care in this community-oriented newspapers. This mission tions of the administration versus those who their proposed solution to a country. will be accomplished through the teamwork of Reagan professionals dedicated to the truth, integrity, qual- are tasked with actually developing and imple- struggling economy, insuffi- Secretary Geithner’s suggestion of tax ity and hard work. menting the policies related to our nation’s cient funds to meet our current obligations increases, the president’s backtrack, the con- economic well-being. If a middle-class tax hike including two wars and talk of additional gov- flicting noise coming from Congress, the FOY R. MALOY JR ., PUBLISHER is off the table, it seems key policy makers ernment bailouts, and a deficit that is starting hyped urgency – all of this only serves to MICHAEL PARNELL, EDITOR missed the memo. This is not just inexcusably to near $2 trillion, you ask? demonstrate just how chaotic, and downright MIKE HANKINS, ADVERTISING DIRECTOR sloppy – it’s dangerous. Spend more! And when the spending lost, this administration’s approach to policy ROBERT FIEGE, PRODUCTION DIRECTOR As the nation continues to fight its way out excesses and escalating deficit turns even the making continues to be. It’s time for President BOB TIMPE, CIRCULATION DIRECTOR of economic calamity, President Obama contin- most liberal of stomachs, well, that’s when Obama to get off the campaign trail and begin ues to insist on immediate passage of his hulk- even the president’s own treasury secretary the hard work of governing with tangible, ing healthcare proposal. As a country, we’re recognizes the only way to proceed is to raise understandable solutions made in the full light TOM WOOD DINK NESMITH not even sure if we want the plan, certainly taxes on the middle class! of reality. I only wish I was more convinced he CHAIRMAN PRESIDENT can’t afford it, and yet the Obama administra- And on the political front, you may as was up to the challenge. tion demands action this calendar year, as well think of this new program as the fourth Mike Reagan, the elder son of the late though genuine debate and solid policy were rail of American politics. If you thought that President Ronald Reagan, is chairman and made while running about as though on fire. suggestions of changes to Social Security president of The Reagan Legacy Foundation The views expressed by the columnists and And this stubbornness holds beyond all were met with scorn, imagine how difficult it (www.reaganlegacyfoundation.org). letter writers on this page are their own odds – even as we know the federal govern- will be for future generations of fiscally [email protected]. and do not necessarily reflect the views of the newspaper, its owners or employees.

COMMUNITY THANKS Middle class must refute the bill

Generosity During the run-up to the election candidate You may find the largest independent ter- Obama said again and again, “If you are a fami- minal operator in North America and a non- ly making less than $250,000 a year you will profit agency which provides services for not see your taxes go up. Not your income tax, abused and neglected children to be an unlike- not your payroll tax, not your capital gains ly combination, however that is exactly what taxes, not any of your taxes.” It was a catchy happened recently when Kinder Morgan, statement. He was aiming it straight at the which operates the port facilities in middle class, the bulk of the voters at the only Fernandina Beach, presented a check in the time we really have any power, which is right amount of $2,835 to Family Support Services before an election. of North Florida. President Obama then proposed a multi bil- Pam Hill, education specialist for Family lion dollar bailout of banks and corporations Support Services, attended a monthly meet- that were deemed too big to fail or too neces- ing of the Nassau County Foster/Adoptive sary to bring the economy Parent Association with her co-worker, Shirley back from the edge of col- Leggio, and had no idea she was about to get lapsing altogether. very lucky. As members of the association This past Sunday, eight were updated on the Backpack Reading months after inauguration, Project, which Hill and Leggio co-manage, a the Obama administration’s foster parent and employee of the Nassau Treasury Secretary Timothy Terminals, Orlando Avila, casually mentioned Geithner and National that his company, Kinder Morgan, had a foun- Economic Council Director dation which often supported local, non-prof- Lawrence Summers started it youth programs that focused on education, MORE laying the groundwork for the arts and the environment. As often said, ADVENTURES the middle class to foot the the rest is history. bill for not only the deficit but When Pam returned to the office, first on proposed health care reform her agenda was to find and complete the Martha by saying that someone’s Kinder Morgan grant application, with which going to have to step up to hardback books could be purchased so that Randolph the plate. pre-K and kindergarten classes in Nassau Carr Apparently that someone NATE BEELER/THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER County could receive a copy for their room is still the middle class and and an additional one to be presented to the small business owner. and start repeating them as our own. We’ll already. We promise, cross our hearts, that school media center. It is with sincere thanks There has got to be some way for the mid- even make posters splashing the pithy sayings we’re not holding out. that Family Support Services accepts the gen- dle class to come together and refute the bill across the bottom. And it’s not what we elected the agents of erous check of Kinder Morgan. without having to wait for another election But then reality comes around and the change and hope for when they decided to bail Jim Adams, CEO cycle and a pile of promises from a new group promise we hung our hopes on gets caught in out everyone else and leave the middle class Family Support Services of candidates. the back of the politician’s throat with the way behind. It’s one thing to take on our share of North Florida We need to figure out how to become too usual explanations pouring out instead. The of the responsibility, which we’ve always done big to ignore instead of just writhing in frustra- ones about a tough time or economic realities whether it was fighting the wars or rebuilding tion as the larger corporations use tax loop- or that something has to be done. the economy. HOW TO WRITE US holes to avoid taxes and threats about collapse Granted, the economic collapse occurred It’s quite another to expect the masses who to avoid failure. All of it sounds more like taxa- after all of the promises to not raise taxes get up every day and go to work without any Maximum length is 500 words. Letters must tion without representation. and America was staring down a Great promise of a golden parachute or stock include writer’s name (printed and signature), It speaks to our optimism as Americans Recession, which we fell into to varying options or even decent health care to rescue address and telephone number for verification. Writers are normally limited to one letter in a 30- that we can go through election cycles listen- degrees. Things happened that were so large everyone else. day period. No political endorsements or poems ing to candidates make promises that are later they couldn’t be foretold or factored into the This is the Obama administration’s chance will be published. Letters should be typed or broken and still believe the next guy that promises. to live up to all of the cool posters that just say, printed. Not all letters are published. comes along. However, it’s not a solution to finally get- “Change” and fulfill the promise. Raising taxes Send letters to: Letters to the Editor, P.O. Box History seems to dictate that if the candi- ting better health care for the middle class by on the middle class is an obvious idea but it’s 766, Fernandina Beach, FL., 32035 E-mail: mpar date is young, relatively good looking and well- telling us to pay for it. If we could do that in not a solution anymore. Think again. nell@fbnewsleader. com. spoken we’ll lap up the platitudes even more greater numbers, we would be doing it [email protected] VOICE OF THE PEOPLE Swine flu scare meet a representative of the Health Department. afford to. They earn too little to buy coverage but sports writer Beth Jones on her recent first-place Once again I came away with a respect for the too much for Medicaid. These folks end up sick award from the Florida Press Association. Her We, as parents, want our children to grow school and the presence of a good Christian in the ER. As Linda Spencer pointed out (in story “Grappling with the guys” was beautifully up in an environment that produces opportuni- foundation to be morally honest, compassion- Voice of the People) last week, when the unin- written, and although I might be somewhat ties for them to learn to be knowledgeable, cre- ate and an appreciation of others. sured go to the ER for treatment, they do so on “biased” (the article is about my daughter Lilly) ative, respectful to others and life. I guess you The school has taken every step humanly the taxpayers’ dollar or at the expense of us who the association proved that they felt the same! could say good old-fashioned moral values. The possible to stop the spread of the virus and con- are insured. This system is crazy. The U.S. health Beth is a hard-working, “in your face” sports Lamb school in Fernandina Beach has certain- tinues to seek assistance and advice from the care system is a disaster and the reason is greed! journalist – she is seen at all the events around ly been a beacon of light in a world, country, medical community along with the Health Shelly Anderson, an independent insurance Nassau County, taking pictures, writing down county of turmoil. Department. agent, said in his viewpoint (July 31) that “Home scores, interviewing coaches and players! We were first introduced to the Lamb I can assure you writing this letter has not and auto insurance are not nationalized and it Beth, you rightfully deserve “first place” Christian school almost two years ago when my calmed my nerves as a parent with a young child works.” I do not agree with him. Car insurance recognition, and I know that many people here husband and I decided to enroll our son into living in an area that has been identified with a is too expensive and is full of loopholes favoring on Amelia Island and the county “applaud” and their daycare program. This decision was not case of the swine flu. I am just grateful for the insurance companies. Home insurance premiums feel the same about you! an easy one for either my husband or me. I action taken by the Lamb school to try and pre- are too high and have many pitfalls for home- Angie McCloskey thought I would never place my son in the care vent an outbreak. owners. Flood insurance seems reasonable, but Fernandina Beach of another person, let alone a school at the young I would be remiss if I did not mention my that is a government program. Another good age of two years old. But I also realized the value disappointment in Nassau County’s inability to government insurance is the FDIC that protects of him learning to interact with other children fully alert and inform schools and daycare cen- the money in our bank accounts. Where would Clean energy and living at the beach did not offer the chance ters on the swine flu potential. we be without it? Where would us retired folks The time is now to pass strong clean energy to become socially active. I then started to do my Please, let’s keep in our thoughts and prayers be without Medicare? Mr. Anderson rightfully jobs legislation that will jump-start our economy research along with asking any parent with a with the children and adults who have fallen vic- states that Medicare and Medicaid programs and lay the groundwork for America to be com- young child. What was the best daycare pro- tim to the swine flu. need fixing, but he is wrong for not pointing out petitive in the 21st century. The combined eco- gram on the island? Rita Marie Kelly that there are monsters in America’s “health nomic and climate crises require urgent action, Time and time again the Lamb school pro- Fernandina Beach care closet” and those monsters have names. and Americans continue to support President gram would receive favorable comments. Greedy insurance companies and greedy phar- Obama’s campaign vision for a clean energy I will never forget walking through the front maceutical companies. future. As a recent New York Times editorial door of Lamb school for the first time with my Health care ‘monsters’ Finally, some people are calling these mon- argued, “The older, dirtiest (coal) plants ... sim- son in hand. I immediately felt a warm, friendly, My friend is angry. He’s a hard-working, self- sters out of the closet and trying to force them ply cannot be let off the hook.” The Senate must kind and caring atmosphere in the building. employed fellow, drawing a six-figure salary. He to do the right things for all Americans, rich and close damaging loopholes in the energy bill. I was also impressed with the security of the pays over $800 monthly for health insurance. poor. Wealthy people need to have premiums Patrick Whelan building along with the administration office Added to that is long-term care insurance for lowered and pre-existing conditions covered, Fernandina Beach location right next to the front door. This allows himself and his wife, car and homeowners etc. middle-class folks need more choices and lower the administrative staff to monitor everybody Because of taxes and insurance premiums, he co-pays and poor people need insurance. All coming and going. can’t retire until he becomes eligible for Americans are suffering because of the profit What a party! Now two years later, our son is very excited Medicare. He has worked exceptionally hard all in health care insurance and prescription drugs. Kudos to Joyce Jones, along with Gwen, and getting ready to attend the VPK program at his life and saved carefully for early retirement. I wish to ask readers who think government Vernita and Katey, for hosting the “Biggest July Lamb school. Why hasn’t a network been formed where should not regulate industry: How can you still Birthday Party Ever.” This event was held at This brings me to the reason for writing. A all self-employed individuals can buy into health believe that? Our current economic crisis was the Woman’s Club on the island. It was well case of swine flu has been discovered at Lamb care insurance, covering this high pool of con- caused by deregulation and greed. The day has planned, organized, tasteful and, most of all, school (“Swine flu at daycare center,” Aug. 5). sumers, thereby “spreading the risk over a broad- come where we all must put partisan politics Miles Jaye & the Fusion Band entertained excep- When I was notified by the school, I immedi- er population,” reducing premiums? aside and replace it with goodwill and open- tionally well. Special thanks to Officer Josh ately went into shock and fear like any caring I don’t blame my friend for being angry. minded common sense. Paetsch for ensuring that every aspect of this mother would have done. We, as parents, want However, I do not think it fair that people like my Judith Harris event was fully secured. To the city of Fernandina the best for our children, and good health is one six-figure salaried friend are receiving top of the Fernandina Beach Beach, events of this sort are needed more in the of those components. line, five-star medical treatment while nearly 50 community. The crowd was very diverse, and we I wasted no time and accepted the invitation million Americans have no health coverage. did the electric slide very well together. from the school administration to meet at the Some people are dying because of this. Some peo- First place Cynthia Hunt school and be briefed by the school staff and ple do not go to the doctor because they can’t I would like to express my “congrats” to Jacksonville CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACK

8A FRIDAY, AUGUST 7, 2009/NEWS-LEADER COMMUNITY

WEDDING ANNIVERSARY Elm Street banquet ‘off the chain’ Roberts Buster officiating. She is the former Joyce Kitler. nvestments are made often, but the what they want to do. involvement from you, the parents, from Wilson and Joyce Roberts greatest investment is in our chil- He gave four Ps for beginning to end, and not just on ban- of Fernandina Beach celebrat- Their children are Henry dren. Letting them know how much them to remember: (1) quet or award day. ed their 20th wedding Theodore Pertkiewicz II, we want them to be successful, it have a plan, decide Yes, there was a packed house for anniversary July 18 at Fort Meaghan Deanne Roberts I and Matthew Jordon Roberts. has to begin with us, the parents, at what you want to be; the banquet. You, the parents, family Clinch State Park. They were home, and spread to the community. (2) prepare to imple- and friends need to be there from open- married July 14, 1989, in They have a grandson, How do you describe the Elm Street ment your plan, that ing day through the banquet. Stop let- Kingsland, Ga., with Pastor Lincoln Henry Pertkiewicz. Little League sports banquet? Awesome, means making As and ting the league babysit your children, really, or as the kids would say — off Bs; (3) perseverance: then you show up, the proud people at the chain. A standing room-only crowd don’t stop working, the banquet. Where else could you have CAMPUS NOTES of family and friends was at the Martin NOW AND hang in there; (4) gotten a banquet as Elm Street Little Luther King Center, celebrating the end THEN prayer: never forget League had for free? Think of how ■ Massachusetts Mari- environment for all students, of a good season. the power of prayer, much it could have been if the parents time Academy has recently these scholarships are provid- Some of our city and county officials always remember to and family and friends had paid $10 Maybelle named Christian Kremler of ed to academically outstand- were present and took an active part in pray. It’s not about each. However, we know it’s not about Fernandina Beach to the ing incoming students who the banquet celebration. Former mayor Kirkland remembering these the dollars; it’s about our children. That dean’s list during the spring will contribute to the diversity and founder of the Elm Street Little things, it’s about doing meal alone was worth it. Let’s move for- 2009 semester. of the freshman class. League, Charles Albert, introduced his them and you can be successful. They ward, the year is 2009. Cadet Kremler maintained Preference was given to those son, Reginald Albert, our emcee. Also were able to repeat all of them back to Wayne Peterson says, “Thanks for a grade point average of who are first in their family to there was Joe Gerrity, former mayor him, one at a time. another great season. Especially grate- between 3.3 and 3.5 during attend college. and commissioner, who led the Little To the parents, remember to be dedi- ful to the sponsors and community lead- the last semester. This award provides League pledge, as well as introduced cated, be their buddy, but be a parent ers who always come out and support $1,500 per year in addition to our speaker. County Commissioner first. You are the parents, not the child. the Little League’s milestones. The ■ Twenty-four University the HOPE scholarship to Danny Leeper gave our welcome. Encourage them and be a resource to coaches, managers and other volunteers of Georgia first-year students Georgia high school gradu- Harvest Outreach Ministries choir, them, because one of these young men are invaluable.” have been awarded 2009 One ates. Out-of-state recipients where the Rev. Dr. James Smith serves or women could easily be the president He also says, “Continue to teach, UGA Scholarships for the also receive a full or half as pastor, along with his wife, Sis. Tina one day. motivate and encourage our youth to be 2009-10 academic year. regents waiver that either Smith, sang to the glory and honor of President Wayne Peterson, Charles the very best they can be. Parents, get Among them was Jay covers all or half of the differ- God, “Rejoice! We’re reaping the har- Albert, Joe Gerrity and Danny Leeper more involved in your children’s activi- Hogeboon, a graduate of ence between in-state and out- vest God gave to us.” presented plaques to Sheriff Nat Glover ties. The more involved parents are, the Fernandina Beach High of-state tuition. With all the former things out of the and Reggie Albert for continuous com- more successful your children will be in School and the son of Skip The scholarship is renew- way, our speaker came forth with a mes- munity support and to Elm Street every area of their lives. And many and Eileen Hogeboon. able for an additional three sage our children could and did under- sports. thanks to Sheriff Nathaniel “Nat” Glover Because the university years as long as students stand. He also thanked our leaders and Each team member received tro- for providing words of wisdom to our recognizes the value of a maintain certain academic parents for coming out. It is very impor- phies and lots of things in their bags youth. He is a true example of hard broadly diverse educational standards. tant to our children to have them from the many sponsors of the league. work. Reginald Albert said, “It has been involved. He spoke on their level, want- There are more than 27 sponsors and an extreme honor to have been the ing to make sure they understood. the league continues to grow. emcee. To the parents, thank you, and Learning is a lifetime process to be Teams included the Giants (Tyrone hope to see you next season.” BIRTHS good at anything you do. As he spoke to Rhode, coach), T-ball Reds (Wayne Please mark your calendars for them, he asked them to remember so William, coach; Warren Grant, manager, grandparents day, Sept. 13, at the Peck ■ Mike and Debra Geiger Beach and Jim Fertgus of they could repeat to him what he said team mother, Angie Sanders), T-Ball Center. Time will be given later. Make of Nashville, Tenn., announce Yulee. Maternal grandparents and they did. They can do anything they Rexs (Harry Hill, coach; Trelly plans to attend. the birth of a son, Samuel are John and Mellie Barniak want to do; there is no limit. I can do Coverdell, manager), Major Reds (Troy Birthday wishes to Ilona Preliou, Wesley Geiger, born at 10:04 of Fernandina Beach and anything, you can do anything and we Way, coach; Robin Raysor, manager), Jennifer Atterway, Kadeem Williams, a.m. July 14, 2009, in Nolan Gill Jr. of Kings Ferry. can do anything. One day you may want Hawks (Robbie Jones, coach; Terrance Alma King, Andrew White, Mother Nashville. The baby weighed Great-grandparents are a new car, house or money; to do that, Roberts and Javon Owens, managers). Emma Miller, Lillian Gauthier, Tabitha 8 pounds 4.5 ounces and Robert and Peggy Jones of you’ve got to stay in school, stay away Wayne Peterson has been with Elm Jamison, Craig Brown, Vincent Jones, measured 21 inches in length. Fernandina Beach and the from drugs, stay away from violence. Street Little League more than 16 years. Annette Green, Marceda Miller, Kim Paternal grandparents are great-great-grandfather is They repeated that back to him. Even though he has no children in the Peterson, Frances Alexander, Kim Gail Geiger Morgan and Jim Nolan Gill Sr. of Blackshear, He told them, “Now it’s gonna get a league, he enjoys his involvement. It’s baker, Demetrius Jones, Patricia Cribb, Morgan and the late Clarence Ga. little sticky.” not about him, it’s about our children in Randy Daniels, Carlton Cribb and the E. Geiger of Fernandina To be successful, they need to decide the communities. He needs more Rev. John Gilbert. Beach. ■ David and Susan Hawk Maternal grandparents are of Jacksonville announce the Roy and Shelva Cockerham of birth of a son, Gabriel Scott CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Mocksville, N.C. Hawk, born at 8:11 a.m. July 17, 2009, in Fernandina ■ • Nassau County NAACP Youth Wednesday and features a guest speak- • U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla Bobby and Gina Beach. The baby weighed 6 Council meets at 5 p.m. the first er. Membership is open to the public. 14-1 meets at 7 p.m. the first Thursday Fertgus of Kingsland, Ga., pounds 8 ounces and meas- Monday at the Peck Center, 516 South For information call 261-9481 or visit at Amelia Island Lighthouse cottage on announce the birth of a son, ured 19.5 inches in length. 10th St., Fernandina Beach. Call 321- www.fishnsfa.com. Lighthouse Circle. Call Tom Basore at Robert (Bobby) Truman Paternal grandparents are 4031. • The Newcomers Club of Amelia 321-0645 or visit www.cgaux7-14-1.org. Fertgus, born at 3:51 p.m. David Hawk of Canonsburg, • Nassau County Democratic Party Island is open to all women who reside • The Vietnam Veterans of Nassau May 27, 2009, at Southeast Pa., and Lynette Hawk of meets at 7 p.m. the second Thursday of in Nassau County (no matter how long County meet the first Monday at 7 p.m. Georgia Health Systems. The Washington, Pa. each month at the County Building on you have lived here). For information, at the County Building on Pages Dairy baby weighed 8 pounds 5 Maternal grandparents are Pages Dairy Road in Yulee. The meet- visit newcomersclubofameliaisland.com Road in Yulee. All Vietnam Veterans ounces and measured 21 Mary and Jerry Sumner of ing is open to all registered Democrats. or call 225-8098. who served in-country are welcome to inches long. Fernandina Beach, Dan For more information visit www.nas- • Rotary Club of Fernandina Beach join. Come out and meet your buddies. The baby joins siblings Harris of Danielsville, Ga., saudems.org or e-mail info@nas- meets at noon each Wednesday at the Welcome home! For information contact Josh Blackwelder, 11, Sarah and Valerie Fagan of Athens, saudems.org. Best Western Inn, 2707 Sadler Road, Lee Kaywork at 225-8419 or elkay- Blackwelder, 8, and Lydia Ga. • Nassau County Republican Party Fernandina Beach. Call Dr. Jennifer [email protected]. Fertgus, 3. Great-grandmother is meets at 7 p.m. the third Thursday at Towles at 261-7153. • Yulee Optimist Club meets at noon Paternal grandparents are Ruth Harris of Danielsville, the County Commission Building in • Rotary Club of Amelia Island each Tuesday at Murray’s Grille, 463852 Robin Jones of Fernandina Ga. Yulee. Call 261-5104 or visit www.nas- Sunrise meets each Friday at 7:30 a.m. SR 200 in Yulee. Call Kathy Williams at saugop.org. at The Fernandina Beach Golf Club, 225-0000. • Nassau County Retired Educators 2800 Bill Melton Road, Fernandina • Yulee Quilt and Stitch group meets HELPERS Association meets the third Tuesday of Beach. Call Deb Cottle at (904) 556-9289 every Tuesday from 9am to noon at each month from September to May at • Senior Meet and Greet social club Yulee United Methodist Church on A1A • Those interested in help- from 3-4 p.m. on Thursday various locations. For information, con- meets at 11:30 a.m. the second at Christian Way. Contact Julie at cheez- ing to provide qualifying, and parenting classes are tact Stanley Lofton at 225-9365 or Wednesday at the Atlantic Avenue [email protected] uninsured Nassau County offered from 6-7 p.m. on Stephanie Manwell at (912) 729-4173. Recreation Center, Fernandina Beach. • AARP lobbies for senior citizen residents with medical and Tuesday. Free child care is • Nassau County Writers and Poets Call 277-7350. benefits at the national, statewide and dental care, contact Mary provided. Society for people who enjoy writing • Sons of the American Legion local level and is a social group with Ann at The Barnabas Center Sutton Place Behavioral meets the third Saturday. Times and meets at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of service to others in mind. It meets at 1 at 261-7000. The dental clinic Health is located at 463142 SR locations vary. Contact Cara at each month at the log cabin at Atlantic p.m. the second Tuesday at the Council is open Tuesday through 200 in Yulee. Call 225-8280. [email protected] for informa- Avenue and South 11th Street. For infor- on Aging, 1367 S 18th. Call John Megna Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. • Sutton Place Behavioral tion. mation contact Rick Dobbs at 491-1598 at 277-2143. The free Samaritan Health has been providing • Nassau Detachment of the Marine or (904) 742-5298. • ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge Medical Clinic of Barnabas quality mental health and Corps League veterans’ organization • Spinners of fiber and fleece get a game is Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. and Center, Inc. needs volunteers addiction services in Nassau meets at 7:05 p.m. the first Wednesday spinning group together once a month. Saturdays at 10 a.m. at the Nassau to assist clients applying for County since 1992. Services at The Kraft Athletic Club-Ten Acres, Call Mary Pat in Fernandina at 321-2653 County Council on Aging, 1367 South long-term prescription assis- include outpatient mental 961023 Buccaneer Trail, Fernandina or Barbara in Camden County at (912) 18th St, just south of the hospital park- tance and volunteers to help health therapy, psychiatric Beach. Call Gail Davis at 491-8106. 729-2282. ing lot. Partners can be provided. For with intake at the dental clin- evaluation and medication • Nassau Federated Republican • U.S. SUBVETS Kings Bay more information, call 261-8681. ic. Clinic volunteers must be management, case manage- Women meet monthly at the Golf Club Base/Trident Chapter meets at 6 p.m. • The Amateur Radio Emergency available Tuesday evenings ment, substance abuse educa- of Amelia. Social at 11:30 a.m., meeting the third Wednesday the first two Society invites all citizens interested in from 5:30-7:30 p.m. If you are tion and treatment and social- at noon, normally meet the second months of each quarter and holds a amateur (ham) radio to meetings from interested and willing to be ization rehabilitation pro- Friday. Remainder of 2009: Aug. 14, social-dinner event the third Saturday of 7:30-9 p.m. the first Wednesday of each trained, call Susan at 261- grams for people of every Sept. 18, Oct. 16, Nov. 20 and Dec. 11. the last month of the quarter. month at the Nassau County 7000. age. For reservations call Cherie Billings at Wednesday meetings are at the St. Emergency Operations Center in Yulee. The clinic also needs vol- Specialized programs 277-2995 Marys Submarine Museum, 102 St. Anyone interested in any aspect of unteer medical and dental include children with emo- • The Nassau Sport Fishing Marys St. West, St. Marys, Ga. Saturday amateur radio involving emergency pre- professionals, regardless of tional disturbance, adolescent Association meets the second location varies. paredness in Nassau County should whether they are retired, behavioral problems, women Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Call (912) 882-ASUB, e-mail sub- contact Richard Freeman, ARES emer- have a Florida license or can and trauma, aging and elder at the Ten Acres Kraft Athletic Club. [email protected] or visit www.stmaryssub- gency coordinator, Nassau County, at serve as little as once a issue, co-occurring, parent- Social is at 7 p.m. on the fourth museum.com for information. 753-2612. month. ing, DUI offenders and opiate • Serenity Beach House addiction. A counselor is offers transitional housing for available 24 hours a day, 7 Welcome to women who choose to live a days a week to assist those in clean and sober lifestyle. crises. It accepts Medicaid, Turning Values Meetings are at 8 p.m. on Medicare and all private God’s House Wednesdays. Call (904) 415- insurance companies. For Upside Down 1440 for location. information call 225-8280. • The Nassau County • Take Stock in Children Stroke Support Group meets of Nassau County provides Classic Carpets We live in a culture which preaches instant Ron from 10-11:30 a.m. the third scholarships, mentors and Anderson gratification for whatever it is that we may Wednesday at Savannah hope for a better future to & Interiors, Inc. want. Most fast food restaurants will have CHEVROLET • BUICK Grand Assisted Living deserving children. 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FRIDAY, August 7, 2009/News-Leader 9A RELIGION Feeding families in need through Angel Food Ministries

HEATHER A. PERRY seafood boxes, gluten-free boxes and News-Leader vegetable boxes. Seniors may pur- Bridge Family Worship Angel Food Ministries was chase a box of 10 pre-made meals at a Local director for Angel Food begun in Georgia in 1994 very reasonable cost. The Bridge Family Worship Center in Yulee also offers Angel Food Ministries, Thomas Kessler, said mem- by Pastor Joe Wingo and Kessler said orders and distribu- Ministries discounted food. Open to anyone, this opportunity allows you to bers of the Fernandina Beach Church tion are handled by the church. feed your family for a fraction of the normal cost. A family of four can eat of Christ had it in their hearts to help his wife, Linda, as a way “Orders are collected by the host for a week for only $30. The ministry is offering boxes of restaurant quality members of the community in a very to provide food for those in sites during the first part of each food at a greatly discounted rate delivered monthly. For information, visit real way. month ... and turned in to the Angel www.thebridgeflorida.com or call 225-4860. “As families struggle to make ends financial straits. Food main office in Monroe, Ga. meet, they decided Angel Food Several days later, in the same month, Ministries may be a way for those fam- the host site either picks up the food would cost $45 to $65 if purchased in Flyers are located at many loca- ilies to be helped. So earlier this year, assisted nationwide through the organ- from Angel Food’s 160,000-square-foot a grocery store. Prices begin at $21 tions around Fernandina Beach includ- they contacted the headquarters to ization, which has helped more than warehouse or food is delivered to the when ordered through the church. ing the Council on Aging, Family apply for the ability to become a host 100 people locally since March. host site by a pre-arranged delivery The Fernandina Beach Church of Services building, Moon River Pizza, site.” Interested people may order from mode.” Christ host site will begin accepting the 24-hour Laundromat, Barnabas Angel Food Ministries was begun a menu that includes a variety of fresh, Anyone may order from Angel orders for the August distribution date Center, Peck Center and Hope House. in Georgia in 1994 by Pastor Joe frozen and packaged foods. Available Food Ministries. There are no qualifi- on Aug. 13, 14 and 15. Online orders For information, visit www. Wingo and his wife, Linda, as a way to items include steak, chicken or beef as cations. Payments may be made using may be placed until Aug. 16. angelfoodministries.com or call provide food for those in financial well as staples including vegetables, cash, debit card, credit card, money Distribution day is Aug. 22 from 9:30 Kessler at 277-2517. straits. More than 500,000 families are milk and eggs. Boxed choices include order or food stamps. Most boxes a.m. till noon. [email protected]

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Donations needed purchased after the weekend Center/COGOP will share the food, an Ugly Tie Contest and Roman Catholic faith and Women’s study masses. Donation is $28 for Gospel message on Aug. 11. fellowship. Nursery and pre- what Catholics believe. The The Salvation Army Hope small dogs and $42 for large For more information, call school will be available. program, called R.C.I.A., will The Amelia Island House, 410 South Date St., dogs and includes soothing 321-0435 or stop by the Hope start on Sept. 1 and continue Women’s Evening Community Fernandina Beach, is in need bath, nail trim, brush out and House, 410 South Date St. ‘Living Proof’ through Easter 2010. Bible Study invites you to join of the following types of dona- towel dry, flea treatment, ears The sessions are open to an in-depth, non-denomina- tions: cleaned and goodie bag. Summer Bible study simulcast those who have never been tional study of the Book of • Personal hygiene items: A generous donation to the On Aug. 14 Providence On Aug. 28-29 Beth baptized, or have been bap- Acts. toothbrushes, toothpaste, youth group will be made for Presbyterian Church will host Moore is bringing Living tized in another faith or to Meetings will be Monday deodorant, disposable razors, any owner electing to update summer Bible studies, using Proof Live to her hometown of Catholics who have not evenings from 7-8:30 p.m. at shaving cream, feminine prod- their dog’s vaccines. sermons from renowned Green Bay, Wis. Thanks to received the Sacraments of Amelia Baptist Church, ucts and toilet paper preachers Fred Craddock, simulcast satellite technology, First Eucharist or Confirma- 961167 Buccaneer Trail. The • Canned foods not requir- ‘U2charist’ Barbara Brown Taylor and she’ll spend that weekend at tion. There is no cost and the study begins Sept. 14 and con- ing cooking: non-condensed St. Peter’s Episcopal Tom Long as the basis for First Baptist Church, too. first session will meet in the tinues through May 3. soups, pastas, beanie weenies, church, 801 Atlantic Ave., will conversation about the scrip- Tickets are $10 and may be St. Michael Academy library To register, call Michal tuna, chicken, fruits, fruit host U2charist and Potluck on ture. Call the church at 432- purchased at the church. For at 6:45 p.m. on Sept. 1. Polese at 548-9971 or Linda juices and powdered milk Aug. 9, a celebration of the 8118 for information. information, call 261-3617. Call 261-3472 for more Bell at 261-0569. Visit www. • Starchy foods: rice, Eucharist that features the Everyone’s welcome. The information or to register. communitybiblestudy.org instant mashed potatoes, pas- music of band U2 and a mes- church is located at 96537 ‘Rally Day’ tas, cereals and breakfast sage about God’s call to rally Parliament Drive, just off Old Rally Day for children and bars. around the Millennium Nassauville Road. youth will be Aug. 30 at First Call 321-0435. Development Goals. Presbyterian, beginning at Several people will share Yard sale 9:50 a.m. Nursery, toddlers, Community personal stories and experi- Solid Rock Church of God preschool and kindergarten orchestra ences related to Millennium by Faith will host a yard sale will meet in their classrooms Development Goals service from 7 a.m.-noon Aug. 15. in Noah’s Place. First and sec- If you would like to be part and action, including John and ond graders will meet in the of the Community Orchestra Alice Holliday, Mark Kaufman ‘One Heart’ Power Lab and third through at Memorial United Methodist and Donna Paz and Brenda First Assembly of God will fifth graders will meet in the Church as it prepares for Commandeur. feature “One Heart,” a Kidmo theater. Middle school Christmas, call Director of Led by global MDG Southern gospel group with a students will meet in the Music Ministries Beth ambassador, Bono, U2 is call- deep love for God and a great Skate Room in the Youth Jurovcik at 261-5769, ext. 3, or ing people worldwide to deep- music ministry on Aug. 16 at Center. Senior high youth will e-mail beth@mumconline. er faith and engagement with 10:45 a.m. at the church, 302 meet in Faith Cafe at 12:15 com. Rehearsals begin Sept. 8 God’s mission. The U2charist South 14 St., Fernandina p.m. for lunch and Bible study. from 7-8:30 p.m. Call or e-mail seeks to be an extension of Beach. Call 261-6448. Parents of all children, to have a part waiting for you. this ministry. Potluck and ‘Ministry Fair’ nursery through senior high, Dog wash information begins at 5 p.m. are invited to Breakfast & and U2charist at 6 p.m. Call First Presbyterian Church Conversation in Jim Thomas Dog owning parishioners the church at 261-4293. will host a Ministry Fair on Hall at 10 a.m. Call the church of St. Michael’s Catholic Aug. 23 in Jim Thomas Hall office to confirm your atten- Church, the National Catholic Worship and lunch from 9:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. dance no later than Aug. 27. Youth Conference members Join Salvation Army Hope Booths representing the mis- are sponsoring a “Dog Wash” House each Tuesday at noon sions, ministries, studies, Catholic class to fund their trip to Kansas for its Weekly Worship events and opportunities avail- St. Michael Catholic City, in the parking lot behind Service and Fellowship able at First Presbyterian will Church is sponsoring an the parish office from 9 a.m.-2 Lunch. Pastor Pat Ennis of the fill the hall. There will be inquiry class for those who p.m. Aug. 8. Tickets may be Family Worship games, door prizes, lots of wish to know more about the

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10A FRIDAY, August 7, 2009 NEWS News-Leader

Dirty, Dirty Fun

BY CHRIS DEVITTO Palatka Daily News

PALATKA – Stranded trucks, sheriff’s deputies and muddy people might be found on one of Putnam County’s dirt roads after a heavy rain. But on the last weekend of each month, it’s not only normal, people revel in it. The Hogwaller Mud Bog on County Road 310, about 15 miles southwest of Palatka, In the photo above, the mud flies as a is 100 acres of pure joy for people who like driver makes his way through one of horsepower and mud. the deeper section of the mud pit. In “I like to come out here to sling mud, the photo at far left, Blake Weaver burn fuel and hang out with the boys,” said takes a break from riding the trails on Ocala resident Vito Constantio over the his ATV at Hog Waller Mud Bog. In the roar of high performance motors. photo at left, mud is rinsed from a Near the back of a 4-acre, fenced-off mud truck’s radiator and windshield rinsed pit, three high performance and high clear- off after a trek through the mud pit. In ance mud bogging trucks, including the photo at bottom left, even with a Constantino’s, were lined up waiting for deflated tire spirits are still high as another run. plans for repairs are set in motion at “We all work on the trucks together,” he Hog Waller Mud Bog in Putnam said. “I’ve been doing this probably since County. I’ve been driving, just not this big.” One of Hogwaller’s owners, businessman and ex-county commissioner Skeet Alford, said he came up with the idea after the county passed an ordinance restricting mud bogging about two years ago. The mud bog is located on more than 100 acres and includes a Hog Waller Mud Bog 4-acre mud pit with parking and 80 acres of four-wheeler trials. 400 CR 310 southwest of Another 500 acres of trails have been added and will be open on Aug. 8 and 9 for ATV and UTV use only. Palatka in Putnam County 19 Admission is $15 for Saturday and $10 Sunday. Overnight stays cost $15 per day. 310 Palatka Shayne Hoffman, a Fort McCoy resident, said he and his family come to the bog every month. “I bring my kids, girlfriend, my mom and dad and we all have a good time,” he said. “I’ve had a blast with it, it’s good clean fun.” Interlachen resident Cody Fadler said he comes to run his Salt Springs truck and six four-wheelers. 19 “I come out because it’s fun and we get dirty. It’s better than Disney World,” he said. FREE “LIVING TRUST” SEMINAR Find out how you may be able to Transfer your Estate to Your Family Quickly –Without Probate Fees & Minimum Estate Taxes If you own a home...or have assets worth at least $100,000...you owe it to could amount to 41-55% of the value of your estate. This means that your yourself - and your family - to get the facts on living trusts. If you think family may have to sell some assets just to pay the estate taxes! you’re protected with a simple Will...think again...In many cases a Will guarantees your estate will go through probate, which means your family A living trust can eliminate probate and minimize estate taxes. Plus, a liv- will not be able to take possession of your estate for many months or even ing trust may protect your estate if you become incapacitated during your years! lifetime by avoiding a guardianship. This means your estate may be man- aged as you see fit, not as a court-appointed guardian sees fit. To find out Plus, if your entire estate, which includes life insurance and retirement more about the benefits of living trusts attend one of these free seminars. plans, is over $1,000,000 in 2011, your family may owe estate taxes which

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PHOTOS BY LAURA BEASLEY AND RENÉE JOST/SPECIAL Josh Reeve and Patrick Croft both scored in the top 100 swimmers at River City Swim League Championships July 23-26. Croft swam three Aly Kaywork shows off her heat ribbon B times and scored in the top 20 in all events, placing him 98th over- for her record-setting 50-yard freestyle all. Reeve set two team records, the 100-yard backstroke and individ- event. Kaywork swam for four B times Madeline Jarman, Katie McNeil, Carmen Watson and ual medley, swam in the top 11 for all individual events and placed with top-10 finishes in all personal and Rachel Pittman destroyed the previous team record in 58th overall. He now is the record holder for all six individual events relay events, scoring her as the 35th the 200-yard medley relay by 10 seconds and were fifth plus two relay team records for the 13-14 boys. overall female. in their age group. Team Fernandina Stingrays one point shy of top 10 The Team Fernandina swimmers’ and the coaches’ Stingrays concluded their sea- dedication that the Stingrays son just one point out of a top did indeed better their entire 10 finish at the River City team this season. Swim League Championships There were 254 swimmers July 23-26. Placing 11th out of at the six-and-under champi- 20 teams is a record for the onships and 1,342 at the “big Stingrays, who compete champs.” Spartan Aquatic against 20 teams in one of the Club won the event with largest swim leagues in the 2,732.5 points and the U.S. with more than 1,600 par- Stingrays finished 11th with ticipating swimmers. 637. The Stingrays’ tent was full TFS scorers in the top of smiling faces and heat rib- 100: girls, Aly Kaywork, 35; bon winners throughout the Corinne Priest, 48; Kaylynn weekend as many swimmers Chauncey, 80; Shannon Philo, achieved personal best times 85; Summer Stanley-Pomm, as well as team records. 87; Carmen Watson, 95; Coach Valerie Priest coor- Lindsey Adam, 98; boys, Josh Swimming in their final event as Stingrays, graduating dinated the scheduling of the Reeve, 58; Paul Brown, 73; seniors Dakota Lawrence, twins Billy and Bobby event and worked hard to Patrick Croft, 98. Lowstetter and Lindsey Adam give a group hug to ensure every swimmer also New team records for the “Coach Bob” Christian. Lawrence was awarded a $500 participated in a relay event Stingrays at both champi- scholarship by the River City Swim League. He will — a daunting scheduling feat. onships: girls, Abby Thomas, attend Flagler College to study graphic design. “I am greatly honored to 25-yard freestyle; Corinne work with such a great group Priest, 100 free and back, 50 of kids who continually strive fly, 100 individual medley; Aly 200 free relay (C. Priest, C. 11-18 200 medley relay (T. Caitlyn O’Rourke (front), Corinne Priest, Summer to better themselves,” said Kaywork, 50 free; 10-and- O’Rourke, K. Chauncey, S. Owens, S. Philo, A. Kaywork, Stanley-Pomm and Kaylynn Chauncey show off their Priest, when asked about the under 200 medley relay (M. Stanley-Pomm); 11-18 200 L. Adam); boys, Josh Reeve heat ribbons, where they set a new team record in the team. Jarman, R. Pittman, C. free relay (L. Adam, T. (100 back and IM); Paul 200 free relay, and took fourth overall at champi- And it is all because of the Watson, K. McNeil); 13-14 Owens, S. Philo, A. Kaywork); Brown (25 free). onships.

Shelby Bradley, Eve Thomas, Abby Thomas and Katie Rowe show off their heat ribbons for the 10-and-under 200 free relay. Six-year-old Thomas also placed first overall in the six-and-under 25 free individual Waiting, waiting ... Ben Mallory, Robert Peters, Matthew Brown, Josh Mazur and Michael Combs event. patiently wait until their next event. CDC expects rise in flu cases this fall, winter around the U.S. y daughter Peyton what the CDC was would scale back when officials the duration and severity of symp- not be given aspirin for reducing attended a summer going to see in the would recommend closing affected toms, should be considered for fever because this may increase the YMCA camp in the coming months schools. Initially the recommenda- those with pulmonary disease, preg- risk for Reyes syndrome M Georgia mountains and into the fall tion was that schools shut down at nancy or chronic conditions and rec- An H1N1 vaccine is anticipated in about a month ago. On the fifth with the return of the first sign of the H1N1 virus. ommended you ask your doctor. We October or November and may be night of the camp, we were called to kids to elementary They have since relaxed that advice, were given the option of giving released in waves, at first available come pick her up because she had schools and college advising that closures occur only Peyton Tamiflu, which we did, but only to individuals at particular risk, “the flu.” campuses across under “extenuating circumstances,” at an out-of-pocket cost of $125, this such as those with chronic disease, Once we arrived, my wife the country. This such as if a campus has many chil- may be cost prohibitive for many. women who are pregnant and young Paulette spoke with the nursing also would suggest dren with underlying medical condi- According to this month’s British children. The regular seasonal flu supervisor of the clinic, who worked a surge in hospital tions. The H1N1 virus does not medical journal Lancet, an average vaccine does not protect against full-time with the Centers for admissions for appear to be more lethal than sea- of 36,000 Americans a year die of H1N1 and the standard recommen- Disease Control in Atlanta. She SPORTS those with weak- sonal flu, but it may be more infec- seasonal flu and more than 200,000 dations for infants, children and informed us that during the prior MEDICINE ened immune sys- tious and is expected to hit young, are hospitalized, but most of them those with chronic conditions still week, the camp had sent home 155 tems, such as the healthy people and schools especial- are elderly or already ill. By con- apply. GREGORY of the 300 campers with “the flu” and elderly. ly hard. trast, most H1N1 cases involve peo- For information, the CDC web- this was most likely the H1N1 virus, SMITH, M.D. I spoke with Dr. We were told there was no need ple younger than 18 and children are site is a great source of information or swine flu. Eugenia Ngo- to test Peyton for the H1N1 virus, more infectious than adults. at www.cdc.gov. Some of the kids during the early Seidel, director of because, even with a confirmation, Although there have been deaths sessions had been tested with con- the Nassau County Health there would be no difference in associated with H1N1, the majority This column is written to discuss firmed cases. My daughter was par- Department, who said, “We know treatment. The CDC and the World of cases have involved those with issues regarding sports, medicine and ticipating in the fifth session of the there is going to be a surge of cases Heath Organization have even chronic illness. safety. It is not intended to serve as a camp and we were told every week in the fall and winter. We are expect- reached the point where they have Dr. Seidel said the vast majority replacement for treatment by a doctor. the number of cases had been ing it and we want people to expect seen so many cases of this, they of cases have been mild. Protective It is only designed to offer guidelines increasing. Some campers stayed it so that they don’t become aren’t even testing for it. measures include staying home on the prevention, recognition and over from one week to the next, alarmed.” Peyton did get over her symp- when you are ill, washing your care of injuries and illness. Specific depending on what they had signed Interestingly, my son, who was in toms in about 10 days and is now hands and covering your cough. concerns should be discussed with a up for, and this is what allowed pas- close contact with my daughter after back to normal, but I will admit it Those affected have been urged to physician. Mail questions to Gregory sage of the virus between camping she came home from camp, never was a rough 10 days with fevers, stay out of the public sector until Smith, M.D., 1250 S. 18th St., Suite sessions. showed any signs of illness. chills and a very bad cough. they have been afebrile for 24 hours 204, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034. She then told us that, unfortu- Currently federal officials are Dr. Seidel did feel that Tamiflu, while off any anti-fever medications. Call 261-8787 for appointments or nately, this was just the beginning of finalizing swine flu guidelines that which has been shown to shorten Children who are affected should visit www.gsmithmd.com. CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACK

12A FRIDAY, AUGUST 7, 2009 SPORTS News-Leader Kingfish tournament in St. Marys ing mackerel fishing teams from all there is a good current. parts of Florida and Georgia will be Some of the best catches are Lots of big competing Saturday in the St. Marys coming during the last of the kings were Kingfish Tournament. The captains’ falling tide while fishing on weighed in K meeting takes place at the St. Marys the bottom with live finger during the Waterfront Park beginning at 5 p.m. Saturday mullet. 2008 St. will see tournament kingfish boats running far Paul Gale recently landed Marys offshore and both north and south along the a beautiful 26.6-inch sea trout King beaches to find their favorite kingfish waters. while fishing targeting docks Mackerel Weigh-in begins Saturday at 3 p.m. at the at the Nassau Sound. He also Tourna- St. Marys Waterfront Park. Kingfish teams ON THE had several nice flounder and ment. will have the option of getting points for either red drum. Gary Florida Division V or Georgia’s Division IV for WATER High tide Saturday arrives Walsh and Southern Kingfish Association team standings. TERRY at 11:02 a.m. at the entrance the “No Kingfish teams will have to work super of the Amelia River. Low tide LACOSS Mercy” hard to find tournament-grade kingfish arrives at 4:48 p.m. at the State Rep. Jim King, who fishing Saturday as recent reports of major king same location. recently passed away, was team mackerel migrations have been poor. The best Beach whiting and shovelnose sharks are a big advocate of cleaning weighed in kingfish action, however, has been reported running in the surf. Fish on the bottom with up the St. Johns River. He this from Ponce Inlet, which is a super long run by fresh shrimp. A few pompano are running dur- spearheaded a $3 million 42.89- water. ing the high flood tide when water clarity is project many believe saved pound Grouper, red snapper and cobia continue to clearest. Fish with live sand fleas on the bot- the St. Johns River from king mack- highlight the offshore fishing scene, particu- tom. becoming totally polluted. erel. larly at some of the nearshore fish havens, Be careful during the afternoon hours Fishermen like me will PHOTOS BY including FA, FC, RL and Schultz’s Fish while fishing when thunderstorms are passing always remember King for TERRY LACOSS Market. Some of the best catches are coming through that can produce dangerous condi- his love of the outdoors SPECIAL while anchoring up over a rock ledge and fish- tions for small boaters. and sitting high on a stadi- ing on the high side of ledge, also called the The News-Leader encourages local anglers to um chair at every up-current side of the ledge, and fishing dead submit photographs of their catches. E-mail pho- Jacksonville Kingfish on the bottom with live cigar minnows, pinfish, tos to bjones@ fbnewsleader.com, mail them to Tournament. King greeted grunts, menhaden or finger mullet. P.O. Box 766, Fernandina Beach, FL 32035, or many of the fishing teams Sea trout, flounder and redfish are running drop them by the office at 511 Ash St. in as they weighed in their at the south end of Amelia Island, particularly Fernandina Beach. Call Beth Jones at 261- big king mackerel with where a dock runs out into deep water and 3696 for more information. kind words.

SPORTS SHORTS Pop Warner car wash the week of Aug. 24. The season runs nament is open to players of all levels, Sept. 10 through Oct. 29. All games and men and women, for $30 per person, The Fernandina Beach Pop Warner practices will be held in the McArthur including lunch. The tournament will be Association is holding a fundraising car YMCA gymnasium with games on divided into social and competitive play- wash Aug. 8 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Thursday nights. ers with a grand prize of a new Head ten- Fernandina Beach Wal-Mart. Proceeds The league is open to anyone ages 8- nis racquet plus a 20 percent discount for benefit this year’s Pop Warner football 14 as of Aug. 1. Cost is $50 for YMCA participants at Amelia Island Plantation’s and cheerleading programs. The car members and $100 for non-members tennis pro shop. wash is $5 per vehicle. (financial assistance is available). All Courts open for warm-up at 9 a.m. players receive a volleyball jersey and an and play begins at 9:30 a.m. Lunch with YMCA flag football award at the end of the season. Call 261- overview of IDN is at noon. After lunch, The McArthur Family YMCA teams up 1080 or visit http://www.firstcoastymca. courts open to all participants at no extra with the Jacksonville Jaguars and NFL org/mcarthur-branch. charge for additional play Flag Football for its fall youth flag football Call the Pro Shop 277-5145 to regis- program. Register through Aug. 8. YMCA tennis camp ter. Payment may be made upon arrival with all profits donated directly to the IDN. Practices begin the week of Aug. 24. The The McArthur Family YMCA is team- IDN is a non-profit organization as a season kicks off Sept. 5 and the last ing up with Amelia Island Plantation to part of the Homeless Coalition of Nassau game will be held Oct. 24. All games will hold a tennis skills camp this summer. County, which works with the ministerial be played Saturday mornings. Games The camp is available for kids ages 8-14. association to offer dinners to the home- and practices will be held at the fields Cost is $85 for members; $100 for non- less and hungry and those in need of behind Kmart in Fernandina Beach. members. There will be two sessions in temporary help within the community. The league is open to anyone ages 4- August, Aug. 10-14 and Aug. 17-21. The This pilot project involves 12 churches on 14 as of Aug. 1. Cost is $50 for YMCA camp will be held at the Amelia Island Amelia Island with dinners prepared and members and $100 for non-members Plantation tennis facility and will be led by served at the Salvation Army’s Hope (financial assistance is available). All the AIP tennis pros. For registration infor- House at Ninth and Date streets. The players receive a NFL Flag Football jer- mation, contact the YMCA at 261-1080 or teams have served more than 3,000 sey and an end-of-the-season award. e-mail [email protected]. Call 261-1080 or visit http:// www.first- plates in 2009. They are expanding the program to include Yulee and Callahan. coastymca.org/mcarthur-branch. Round robin tennis tourney To raise additional funds for the YMCA fall volleyball Interfaith Dinner Network, which benefits Baseball, softball lessons The McArthur Family YMCA is intro- Hope House clients, Amelia Island Baseball and softball lessons are ducing a new fall volleyball league. Plantation will be sponsoring a round being offered by Coach Shelly Hall for Register through Aug. 8. Practices start robin tennis tournament Aug. 8. The tour- ages five to high school. Call 583-0377.

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 7, 2009 B NEWS-LEADER / FERNANDINA BEACH, FLORIDA FERNANDINA Market THROUGH PHOTOGRAPHY to offer

The Amelia Island Museum of History kicks off its newest exhibit, “Fernandina Through Photography,” free treats on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. Local photographer Bill Raser will provide a program that focuses on the changes that have taken place in the field of photogra- Saturday phy. Afterwards, the museum will announce the winners For the News-Leader of its photography contest and unveil their contempo- rary work along with numerous archival photographs The Fernandina Farmers of Fernandina’s past, such as the one at right. Part of Market will have a free treat the city of Fernandina Beach collection, its caption for the first 300 shoppers on reads, “Pirate treasure isn’t the only thing found along Saturday as its thank you for Florida’s newest Ocean Shore Highway. Many miles of their support. white sandy beaches invite the tourist to stop and par- According to the USDA, take of nature’s wonderous sunshine.” the Fernandina Farmers Together, the images capture the vast changes to the Market is one of the approxi- community that have occurred in the last century. For mately 4,800 in the country more information, contact the museum at 261-7378. and 120 in Florida. PHOTO COURTESY OF The Fernandina Farmers THE AMELIA ISLAND MUSEUM OF HISTORY Market began in November 2002 and currently hosts farmers and producers sell- ing a wide variety of prod- ucts, including all natural pork, cheese from owned goat and cow herds, seasonal ‘Heavenly’ musical recalls bygone era vegetables, organic oranges and grapefruit, a variety of lettuces, tomatoes and more. SIÂN PERRY In the most recent sea- News-Leader Tickets and show times son, the Fernandina Farmers Market had on average 1,500 “Forever Plaid,” an Off-Broadway ‘50s musical starring eath never sounded shoppers on Saturday morn- The Four Plaids, runs through Aug. 30 at the Alhambra so good as in ing as it continues to comple- Dinner Theatre, 12000 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. “Forever Plaid,” the ment the historic downtown Dheavenly musical Performances are Tuesday through Sunday evenings, with its focus of produce, pre- with matinee performances Saturday and Sunday. Ticket comedy playing at the pared foods and plants. prices range from $42-$49, plus tax, and include buffet din- Alhambra Dinner Theatre “Farmers markets are ner and show. For reservations and information call (904) through Aug. 30. good for everyone” says 641-1212. The Off-Broadway show, Stacy Miller, executive direc- which has enjoyed both criti- tor of the Farmers Market cal and audience acclaim What ensues is oftentimes store. Coalition, a non-profit sup- since it debuted in 1990, fol- more hilarious than harmo- Directed and choreo- porting farmers markets lows the antics of a four- nious as the earnest young graphed by Steven Flaa, across the country. “They are member harmony group singers try to overcome their returning to Alhambra for good for your health, good mowed down by a busload of assorted neurosis to mount a the first time in almost 10 for your community and good Catholic schoolgirls on their show and land a coveted years, “Forever Plaid” is an for the economy. Not to men- way to see The Beatles in record deal. affectionate revue that cap- tion they offer the freshest their American debut on the They’re dreaming of the tures the innocence of a foods from America’s most Ed Sullivan Show on Feb. 9, PHOTO COURTESY OF TIARA PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO “biggest comeback since bygone era when Ed Sullivan entrepreneurial farmers and 1964. Randall Delone Adkison, Javier Ignacio, Nick Cearley Lazarus,” as they put it, but was “the Switzerland of vari- preserve our country’s agri- It was the beginning of and Justin Sargent, from left, star in “Forever Plaid.” discover they have a long ety shows,” turning the bat- cultural traditions.” the British pop music inva- way to go since those high tleground of the family den Other facts about farmers sion and the end of The Four school days rehearsing in the into neutral territory. markets: Plaids – or so they thought. afterlife for one last shot at out the kinks after being stockroom after their day • California, New York, Now they’re back from the stardom – if they can work dead for so many years. jobs at the local department PLAID Continued on 2B Iowa, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Michigan, Massachusetts, Ohio and Kentucky are the states with the most farmers markets. ARTRAGEOUS ARTWALK • The USDA estimates there are an average of 31 The monthly Artrageous Artwalk is from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Saturday. vendors per farmers market, Enjoy exhibits at more than a dozen galleries in downtown Fernandina providing opportunities for Beach and at the Plantation Artists’ Guild and Gallery at Amelia Island more than 130,000 direct- Plantation. Trolley transportation is available at no charge, courtesy of marketing farmers across the the Plantation. The trolley picks up at Third and Centre streets down- country. town and the Amelia Island Plantation Guild and Galleries from 6:30- • More than 740 markets 8:30 p.m. For information and a map, visit www.ameliaisland.com/art. operate nationwide between Among the exhibits is “Vibrant Colors,” the latest Nouveau Art juried November and May, a time show at the Island Art Association Gallery, 18 N. Second St. An opening often considered “off sea- reception will be held from 5-8 p.m. Saturday. Artists will be present son.” This number is grow- and awards will be given for Best of Show and first through third place. ing. Call 261-7020 or visit www.islandart.org. • The USDA’s Agriculture The Blue Door Artists featured artist for August is Sharon Badenoch, Census reported more than who painted the watercolor at left. “Residing on beautiful Amelia for the $1.2 billion in direct farm-to- past 19 years has enabled me to paint many beautiful scenes the island consumer sales in 2007, the offers and play all of the challenging golf courses. Meeting visitors from majority of these at farmers all over the world is an added bonus.” Visit Badenoch and the other markets. artists from 5-8:30 p.m. Saturday at 205 1/2 Centre St. Call 583-4676. SUBMITTED PHOTO MARKET Continued on 2B OFF&ONTHE ISLAND

PAW PRINTS SALE The show is a mix of “pratfalls, puns, clunky HOMELESS ANIMALS VIGIL female impersonations, clean-cut ribaldry and Nassau Humane Society will hold its annual broad burlesque. The gung-ho vitality is impossi- Cats Angels, Inc. SPCA will hold its annual Paw Prints Book ble to resist,” says the New York Times. Walk and Candlelight Vigil commemorating and Plant Sale Call 261-6749 for tickets and information. International from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Homeless Animals today and 9 a.m.-3 ‘WOOFSTOCK’ Day on Aug. 15 at p.m. Aug. 8 at the Central Park on Celebrate the Fernandina Atlantic Avenue in 40th Anniversary of Beach airport. Fernandina Beach. Woodstock with Shop for plants, The two-mile walk Woofstock at the books, CDs, starts at 6:30 p.m. and Nassau Humane DVDs, artwork and many other items. Contact is followed by a can- Society Dog Park on Gail 206-4092 or Sandra 321-2319 with questions. dlelight vigil. Contact Aug. 15 from 5-10 Cats Angels at 321- p.m. Enjoy mellow SHAKESPEARE AT ACT 2267, e-mail catsan- music by Hupp and [email protected] or visit the Thrift Store and Amelia Community Ray. Adoption Center at 709 S. Eighth St. Theatre presents a tour- Admission is $15 The International Society for Animal Rights, or ing production of the for adults and $10 for ISAR, sponsored the first National Homeless energetic comedy, “The kids and includes Animals Day in 1992 by launching a crusade to Complete Works of catfish and hotdogs, enlighten society, elected officials and the media William Shakespeare, coleslaw, fries and dessert. Beer and wine will be about the urgent need to spay and neuter com- Abridged,” by Skrank available for purchase. Best-dressed wins a prize. panion animals in an effort to halt the killing of Tank Productions. Bring your lawn chairs – but not your dogs —and millions of unwanted dogs and cats each year in Performances are at 8 be ready to party! the nation’s shelters. It has since grown into an p.m. tonight and 2 p.m. Tickets are available at the Nassau Humane international event. For more information, visit and 8 p.m. Aug. 8 at the Society Dog Park (across from the Fernandina www.isaronline.org. theater, 209 Cedar St. Beach airport) and Redbones Dog Bakery on Adult tickets are $15; student tickets are $10. South Eighth Street in the Pelican Palms Plaza. Submit items to Siân Perry, [email protected]

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Women’s Center, the Florida MUSIC NOTES State College at Jacksonville OUT AND ABOUT Betty P. Cook Nassau Center and the Nassau County Community orchestra All Stars, with vocalist Bonnie Eisele, along Public Library System. For with a special guest, multi-instrumentalist Dr. more information call the SPECIAL EVENTS ety of wading and songbirds If you would like to be part of the Bill Prince. Yulee branch library/Florida as well as birds of prey. Visit Community Orchestra at Memorial United Saxophonist David Sanborn will headline State College at Jacksonville/ Methodist Church as it prepares for Tickets are on sale for www.ourgreenway.org to the 2009 festival, which will run from Oct. 2- Nassau Center at 548-4467 Christmas, call Director of Music Ministries Cats Angels annual Super download a Greenway specif- 11. Additional players and a full schedule of or the Fernandina Beach Beth Jurovcik at 261-5769, ext. 3, or e-mail Raffle to support its ic bird list. Participants are shows and programs will be announced at the branch at 277-7365. [email protected]. Rehearsals begin spay/neuter/education pro- encouraged to bring binocu- Palace concert. FILM/THEATER Sept. 8 from 7-8:30 p.m. Call or e-mail to grams. More than 50 prizes lars, water, sun protection, Advance tickets to “Jazz At The Palace” have a part waiting for you. are donated by area mer- bug juice, comfortable walking can be purchased for $25 at the UPS Store in Amelia Community chants, restaurants and indi- shoes and optionally field Surf lineup the Island Walk Shopping Center, 1417 Theatre will hold its second viduals, including jewelry, art- guides and spotting scopes. Sadler Road, 277-0820, at the UPS Store annual Actors’ Night Out at The Surf Restaurant and Bar, 3199 S. work, a 3-night stay for two at Meet in the parking lot at 46368 State Road 2000, Suite 1,Yulee, 225- 7 p.m. Aug. 14 at 209 Fletcher Ave., Hipp Street 6-10 p.m. tonight; Amelia Island Plantation, a the entrance to the Greenway 8840, online at www.ameliaislandjazzfesti- Cedar St. Andy Haney 1-5 p.m. and Gary Lee 6-late one-night stay at Elizabeth behind the Atlantic Avenue val.com, or at the door if not sold out. From 6- This is an opportunity for Aug. 8; DJ Roc noon-4 p.m. and “Rod Pointe Lodge, salon services, Recreation Center, 2500 7 p.m. before the show, Amelia Island those interested in auditioning Stewart and Tina Turner” tribute 5-9 p.m. Aug. golf packages and more. Atlantic Ave., Fernandina Carriages will offer complimentary rides during the coming season to 9; Andy Haney 5-9 p.m. Aug. 10; and Early Tickets are $1 each, $5 Beach. The walk will depart around the downtown area to all ticket hold- read scenes from the plays, McCall 5-9 p.m. Aug. 11. Call 261-5711. for seven, $10 for 15 or $30 promptly at 8 a.m. It is free ers. Proceeds support the non-profit festival’s meet the directors and social- for 50 and available at the and open to the public. For Sounds on Centre scholarship program. ize with fellow actors. It is not Thrift Store and Adoption more information call 277- an audition, just an evening The next “Sounds on Centre” concert and Gene Knaga Center, 709 S. Eighth St., and 7350 or visit www.ourgreen- for fun and information. It is street dance, hosted by the Historic by mail to Cats Angels, P.O. way.org. Gene Knaga plays from 8-10 p.m. not necessary to have previ- Fernandina Business Association, is from 6-8 Box 16072, Fernandina • • • Wednesdays at the Kofe Hous, 822 Sadler ous acting experience. p.m. tonight with music by Face For Radio. Beach, FL 32035. Include The next WIN WIN meet- Road, with acoustic renditions of today’s (and The plays to be introduced Bring your lawn chairs and dancing shoes. your name, phone number, ing is Aug 17 at 6:30 p.m., yesterday’s) popular contemporary Christian are: “Educating Rita,” “The Snacks and beverages will be available and number of tickets and check. hosted by Karen Lee of songs. Call 277-7663. Odd Couple,” “The Pirates of there will be drawings for prizes. Call 321-2267. The drawing Heron’s Swim & Sport and Instant Groove Penzance,” “The Chalk will be held Aug. 15. Judy Richardson of Divine O’Kane’s Irish Pub Garden” and “Postmortem.” • • • Finds, 4924 First Coast The Instant Groove plays from 8 p.m. to For information, call the the- The Davis Turner band plays from 8:30 The Fernandina Beach Hwy., Amelia Island. midnight each Thursday at The Ritz-Carlton, ater at 261-6749. p.m. till closing tonight and Aug. 8 at O’Kane’s Pop Warner Association Women in Nassau helping Amelia Island. • • • Irish Pub and Eatery, 318 Centre St., will hold a fundraising car Women in Need is a women’s Auditions for Florida Fernandina Beach. Call 261-1000. ‘Evolution’ wash on Aug. 8 from 9 a.m.- networking group established Community College noon at the Wal-Mart in to benefit women dealing with Mpact at wine company Evolution, with acoustic rock and ballads, Repertory and Ensemble Fernandina Beach. Proceeds cancer, through Gerri’s plays every Friday and Saturday from 6-9 Dance companies will be held The Intercoastal Wine Company, 10 N. benefit this year’s Pop Corner. p.m. at Sandy Bottoms, 2910 Atlantic Ave., Aug. 24 at 6 p.m. at the Second St., Fernandina Beach, presents Warner football and cheer- Bring a $35 check payable Fernandina Beach. Call 310-6904. Florida Community College Mpact from Jacksonville on Aug. 8 from 8-11 leading programs. The car to WIN WIN, which includes South Campus, 11901 Beach p.m. Enjoy an evening of music, wines and DJ fun wash is $5 per vehicle. dinner and a beverage. A $5 Blvd., Jacksonville, Nathan H. • • • discount is available to any- fun. Cover is $5. Cash bar. Call 321-1300. Enjoy Karaoke at the 11th Frame Lounge Wilson Center, Bldg. M, Room An organizational meeting one who brings a door prize Jazz at the Palace in Yulee Bowling Center Saturdays 9 p.m.- 2110. for the Junior Woman’s Club to be raffled at the Fashion close and at the Palace Saloon Sundays 10 FCCJ dance professors A swinging jazz concert will preview the Of Fernandina Beach will be Show on Sept. 20. Donations p.m.-1 a.m. with DJ Lamar & DJ Rock Candy. Rosemary Fletcher and 2009 Les DeMerle Amelia Island Jazz held at 6 p.m. on Aug. 11 at are tax deductible. To RSVP Ladies Night Out (Party with Rock Candy) is Lebritia Sindija are auditioning Festival on Aug. 20 from 7-9 p.m. at the O’Kanes Irish Pub, 318 and get directions, contact at the 11th Frame Lounge in the Yulee students for the FCCJ Palace Saloon in Fernandina Beach. Centre St. Connie at 759-0745 or e-mail Bowling Center on Tuesdays 8 p.m.-close. Repertory Dance Company The event, which will benefit the educa- If you are between 18- [email protected]. Call (904) 349-1405, e-mail djlamar- and the Ensemble Dance tional programs and concerts of the festival, 40’something you are invited Visit winwinnassau.com. [email protected] or visit myspace.com/djla- Company. Students have the will feature The Dynamic Les DeMerle Jazz to join your friends and meet • • • marspace. opportunity to study various some new ones at an organi- A Yulee Quilt Group levels of ballet, contemporary zational meeting for one of the fundraiser, Traditions and and modern dance. oldest known volunteer organ- Treasures quilt show, will be Contact Julie Mainor at ner at 5 p.m. about the National Champion Intermediate dance skill level izations in the world. held at Yulee United (904) 571-9172 or cheezdoo- Cost is $5 per person. Gators. All fans are welcome. required for auditions. Call • • • Methodist Church on Aug. [email protected]. Reservations are required; Contact Tommy Roberts at (904) 646-2361 or e-mail The Baptist Medical 21 from 5-9 p.m. A $12 dona- • • • seating is limited. RSVP to 277-4111 or (904) 335-7326. [email protected]. Center Nassau Auxiliary will tion includes the quilt show The Gullah/Geechee Wendy at 321-0898 by Aug. • • • • • • host a Fuzzy Bean Candle (over 50 quilts), door prize Nation International Music 17. Call Renee Stoffel at 321- A Labor Day get-together Fernandina Little Theatre and Health Fair from 7 a.m.- ticket, one raffle ticket for a & Movement Festival will 0898. for 1970-75 FBHS students will hold auditions for two 4 p.m. Aug. 14 in the confer- full/queen quilt, plus a catered take people on a historic • • • from Yulee will be held Sept. short classic suspense sto- ence room of the hospital, dinner (parmesan crusted three-day journey to the Rescuing Animals in 7, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., at Chem ries, “The Tell-Tale Heart” featuring unique candles and chicken plus dessert buffet) Golden Isles Aug. 21-23. Nassau, or RAIN, will hold its Cell. Cost is $20 per person. and “The Lottery” on Aug. interesting health products. All and Julie’s trunk show, “A This annual celebration, annual spaghetti dinner A meal will be served at noon. 22 at 11:15 a.m. and Aug. 25 visitors will be treated to a free Florida Quilt Collage.” which includes events in fundraiser from 4-8 p.m. Reservations and payment at 7:15 p.m. The plays will be mini-massage. Seating is limited. Call or e- Yulee, Nassauville and Aug. 22 at the Atlantic must be made by Sept. 1 at brought to life in this Second • • • mail for tickets. Proceeds go American Beach, highlights Avenue Recreation Center First Coast Community Bank Stage production set for late Join Our Greenway on to the Health Ministry at authentic presentations of in Fernandina Beach. in Yulee or mailed to FCCB – October. SecondStage pro- Aug. 15 at 8 a.m. for a bird- YUMC, toward the purchase Gullah/Geechee culture by Tickets are $10 and Attn: Susan Murray, P.O. Box ductions are an hour long, at ing walk on the Greenway. of a heart defibrillator natives of the include spaghetti with sauce 1739, Fernandina Beach, FL most, with minimal rehearsal. You can expect to see a vari- machine. Gullah/Geechee Nation. of choice, salad, bread, drink 32035. Make checks payable Performers are needed, no For more details including and dessert. There will also to Yulee/FBHS Classes of previous theater experience group discounts call (843) be a silent auction and enter- 1970-1975. required, ages 16 and up, five 838-1171 or e-mail tainment. E-mail Starr Davis at women and six men; and [email protected] or Tickets are available at yulee_fbhs.gettogether@yaho ages 8-12, three to four boys [email protected]. Fernandina Beach Animal o.com or call Kathy Gillis and girls. Crew and staff also • • • Clinic, Lofton Creek Animal Spivey at 225-9560 with any are needed. Rehearsals begin Savannah Grand of Clinic, Nassau Veterinary questions. This is an alcohol- the week of Sept. 27, one to Amelia Island Assisted Clinic, Bark Avenue Pet free event. All 1970-75 FBHS two nights a week and Living Community will hold a Boutique and Bucky’s Best students and faculty/staff Saturdays. Five performances “Luau Party” on Aug. 21, Friends Card and Gift. Call are invited. No invitations are are scheduled Oct. 24, 25, 29, with entertainment at 4 p.m. RAIN at (904) 879-5861 or e- being mailed. 30 and 31. For information e- by “Pearls of the Pacific” mail rainhumane@ • • • mail [email protected]. Polynesian dancers and din- yahoo.com. Nassau Women’s • • • • • • Information Exchange pres- The next Free Movie in Ever wonder what ents “The First Pancake: a Central Park, sponsored by SOLUTION 08.05 Facebook, Twitter and blog- Recipe for Delectable Life Prosperity Bank, is “Karate ging are? The Amelia Island Transitions” luncheon with Kid” on Aug. 29 at 8:30 p.m. Museum of History, 233 S. Tory Wilcox on Sept. 17 at Bring your blankets and lawn Greetings From Deauville Third St., is offering “Facing O’Kane’s Irish Pub and chairs, concessions will be S A R A H W E D S H A S T Facebook,” an introductory Eatery, 318 Centre St available for purchase. O V A T E E L I E O R E O seminar on using today’s Fernandina Beach. H O M E R S I M P S O N C R Y online networking tools, at This program is free and ART/GALLERIES O N S Z E R O S P O O F S 5:30 p.m. on Aug. 27. Call open to the public. Call your S O L D T I E R 261-7378. library branch to make reser- The Island Art Associa- S L A N G F O R M O N E Y • • • vations. Box lunches by tion is offering several free A U R A E E N S E S E Nassau County Gators O’Kane’s are $12 may be children’s art programs. S T E P T R A N S M S E D will gather for a social and ordered at any local branch Mommy & Me will be held H E N C O A L A N T E dinner at Sliders Seaside library and prepaid by noon Aug. 10 from 10-11 a.m. for VACATION HOT islands 15. For the time A N O N Y M O U S J O H N Grill on Fletcher Avenue, Sept. 11. children ages 2 to 5, with an SPOTS 50. Horse control being E V E S F L E A Fernandina Beach, Aug. 27 Make checks payable to adult caregiver. Children’s Art 52. Not sweet, as in 20. Joy_____ I S S U E D S T E W G A G at 6 p.m. At 7:15 p.m. guest Florida State College at Class will be held Aug. 29 for ACROSS wine 22. Acid drug S T A R T O F T H E S C A L E speaker Dan Hicken, First Jacksonville and submit to the ages 5-10 years. Attend from 1. Mythological 53. *Not worn on 24. Defensive T O T O W H E E U R B A N Coast News sportscaster and Betty P. 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100 ANNOUNCEMENTS 204 Work Wanted 403 Financial-Home/Property 606 Photo Equipment & Sales 619 Business Equipment 800 REAL ESTATE 813 Investment Property 858 Condos-Unfurnished 101 Card of Thanks 205 Live-in Help 404 Money To Loan 607 Antiques-Collectibles 620 Coal-Wood-Fuel 801 Wanted to Buy or Rent 814 West Nassau County 859 Homes-Furnished 102 Lost & Found 206 Child Care 500 FARM & ANIMAL 608 Produce 621 Garden/Lawn Equipment 802 Mobile Homes 815 Kingsland/St. Marys 860 Homes-Unfurnished 103 In Memoriam 207 Business Opportunity 501 Equipment 609 Appliances 622 Plants/Seeds/Fertilizer 803 Mobile Home Lots 816 Camden County 861 Vacation Rentals 104 Personals 300 EDUCATION 502 Livestock & Supplies 610 Air Conditioners/Heaters 623 Swap/Trade 804 Amelia Island Homes 817 Other Areas 862 Bed & Breakfast 105 Public Notice 301 Schools & Instruction 503 Pets/Supplies 611 Home Furnishings 624 Wanted to Buy 805 Beaches 850 RENTALS 863 Office 106 Happy Card 302 Diet/Exercise 504 Services 612 Muscial Instruments 625 Free Items 806 Waterfront 851 Roommate Wanted 864 Commercial/Retail 107 Special Occasion 303 Hobbies/Crafts 600 MERCHANDISE 613 Television-Radio-Stereo 700 RECREATION 807 Condominimus 852 Mobile Homes 865 Warehouse 108 Gift Shops 305 Tutoring 601 Garage Sales 614 Jewelry/Watches 701 Boats & Trailers 808 Off Island/Yulee 853 Mobile Home Lots 901 TRANSPORTATION 901 Automobiles 200 EMPLOYMENT 306 Lessons/Classes 602 Articles for Sale 615 Building Materials 702 Boat Supplies/Dockage 809 Lots 854 Room 902 Trucks 201 Help Wanted 400 FINANCIAL 603 Miscellaneous 616 Storage/Warehouses 703 Sports Equipment Sales 810 Farms & Acreage 855 Apartments-Furnished 903 Vans 202 Sales-Business 401 Mortgage Bought/Sold 604 Bicycles 617 Machinery-Tools-Equip. 704 Recreation Vehicles 811 Commercial/Retail 856 Apartments-Unfurn. 904 Motorcycles 203 Hotel/Restaurant 402 Stocks & Bonds 605 Computers-Supplies 618 Auctions 705 Computers & Supplies 812 Property Exchange 857 Condos-Furnished 905 Commercial

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ANNOUNCEMENTS 201 Help Wanted 201 Help Wanted EMPLOYMENT FARMS & ANIMALS 601 Garage Sales LOGISTICS EMPLOYEE NEEDED ROOM FOR RENT - in salon/spa. Call YARD SALE - Fri. & Sat., 8am-4pm ASAP! - *MUST KNOW AES DIRECT (904)491-0991, ask for Jessica or Pine Rd. off Bailey Rd. Clothes, CDs, 102 Lost & Found FOR EXPORT DOC FILING *WILL Summer. 207 Business 502 Livestock huge selection of Star Wars, comics, NEGOTIATE TRUCK, RAIL, BARGE, & sports cards. Something for everyone. BONITO GRILL & SUSHI - now hiring DOG MISSING - since Sat. night. OCEAN RATES FOR ALL DOM & INT'L Opportunities & Supplies Priced to go. Small 10-lb Dachshund mix, black w/2 MOVEMENTS. *BILINGUAL SPANISH/ for Hostess & Assistant Manager. Apply white hairs on right shoulder, no collar. between 2:30-3:30pm. Call 261-0508. GARAGE SALE - Furniture, knick- ENGLISH IS A PLUS. EMAIL RESUMES ALL CASH VENDING - Do you earn HORSE BOARDING - in Yulee. Full Name “Jet”. Small reward. No quest- TO OLYSTEELTRADING.JOBS@OLY knacks, clothes, toys, tools, & boating HOUSING MANAGER $800/day? 25 local machines & candy Board $350 per month. Multiple Horse ions asked. Pls call (904)879-1182. STEEL.COM OR FAX TO (904)491-8688 stuff. Sat. 8/8, 8:30am-? 95190 NASSAU COUNTY $9,995. (888)629-9968 BO2000033. discount. 583-0278 EOE M/F/D/V Clearwater Rd. (off 107 in Nassauville). If You Have Lost Your Pet - please Applicant must possess a degree in Call us: We will not be undersold! ANF check the Nassau Humane Society Administration or related field or a YARD SALE - 95539 Tyson Rd., facility located at 671 Airport Rd. next RN - with MDS experience needed. minimum of five years of responsible 503 Pets/Supplies Fernandina Beach. Fri. & Sat., 8am- to the airport (904)321-1647 & the Competitive pay with benefits. EOE/ experience in housing related 1pm. Lots of books, games & clothes! Nassau County Animal Shelter, 86078 Drug Free Workplace. Apply in person, BEAUTIFUL DALMATIAN - 10 years programs, administration or comm- old. Free to good home. Great with License Rd. in Yulee next to the drivers 1625 Lime St. YARD SALE - at 85250 Miner Rd., unity action, social work or related children. (904)556-1925 license building (904)491-7440. fields. Must have experience in EDUCATION Yulee. Fri. 8/7 & Sat. 8/8. ADMINISTRATIVE/CUSTOMER SER- working with the poor and disadvan- VICE ASSISTANT - needed ASAP! taged and making public presenta- RUMMAGE SALE - Fernandina Little 104 Personals Olympic Steel has an immediate tions. Computer knowledge required 301 Schools & MERCHANDISE Theatre, 1014 Beech St. Sat. 8/8, opening for an administrative / custoer and Federal Alliance for Safe Homes 8am-noon. Set of china, wall art, baskets, frames, fabric, desks, “bag-a- Advertise in Over 100 Papers! - service job in Fernandina. Position (FLASH) Certification preferred, but Instruction buck” corner. One Call - One Order - One Payment Qualifications *Excellent computer, not required. Apps/Resumes may 601 Garage Sales phone, and time management skills be mailed or faxed to NFCAA Attn: AIRLINES ARE HIRING - Train for The Advertising Networks of Florida - SAT. 8/8 - 9am-1pm. 96303 and ability to multi-task in a fast paced HR Dept., P.O. Box 52025, high paying Aviation Maintenance AAA YARD SALE - Fri. & Sat., 8am. Put Us to work for You! (866)742-1373 Sweetbriar Ln., Yulee (Glen Laurel off environment. Position Requirement Jacksonville, FL 32201 or fax: (904) Career. FAA approved program. W. 3rd St. off Tarpon, 742-3481. 32” www.national-classifieds.com, Chester Rd.) Crib, tot bed w/ *Bilingual-Spanish/English Interested 398-7480. Phone (904)398-7472. Financial aid if qualified - Housing TV, PS2 w/games, bike, comics, old [email protected]. ANF mattresses, bicycle, collectibles, linens, candidates please fax/email resumes to Closing date for applications is available. Call Aviation Institute of trading cards - sports & more, household items, golf clubs, misc. 904-491-8688 olysteeltrading.jobs@ 08/07/09. Maintenance (888) 349-5387. ANF household items, kid’s items. House olysteel.com. EOE m/f/d/v FSBO, 2 blocks to beach. items. Reasonable prices. 105 Public Notice RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST OR ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINE - from HUGE UPSCALE HOUSEHOLD MOV- International Cultural Exchange BASIC MACHINE OPERATOR - Part- home. Medical, business, paralegal, ING SALE - Antiques, collectibles, Rep - Earn supplemental income time for St. Marys orthopaedic surgery computers, criminal justice. Job place- 601 Garage Sales furniture, albums, framing, and All Real Estate Advertised placing & supervising high school office. Fax resume to (912)729-8133. ment assistance. Computer available. numerous other beautiful items. 2794 YULEE YARD SALE - Thurs. 8/6, Fri. Herein - is subject to the Federal exchange students. Volunteer host Financial aid if qualified. Call (866)858- Long Boat Dr. Sat., 8am-2pm & Sun. 8/7 & Sat. 8/8, 8am-4pm. Off Harts Fair Housing Act, which makes it families also needed. Promote world 2121, www.CenturaOnline.com. ANF 10am-1pm. No early birds. illegal to advertise any prefer- peace. (866) GO-AFICE or 204 Work Wanted Rd., 86204 Hayley Pl. Lots of stuff. ence, limitation, or discrimination www.afice.org. ANF ESTATE SALE - 726 S. 15th St. Fri. HUGE YARD SALE - Sat., 8am-? based on race, color, religion, sex, LIVE IN CAREGIVER/NANNY JOB 8/7 & Sat. 8/8, 7am-2pm. Antiques, 86056 Meadowridge Court, off handicap, familial status or WANTED - Spanish lady (Hablo depression glass, furniture, tools. A JANET LYNNE SALON & SPA - is Meadowfield Bluff. Washer/dryer (great national origin, or the intention to Espanol). Have good experience & accepting applications for a stylist/ 305 Tutoring cond.) Clothes: Girls Lg-Xlg & 4-6X; Jr. YARD SALE - 96136 River Marsh make any such preference, colorist for a booth rental position. references. Call (912)674-6781. limitation or discrimination. girl’s; men’s & women’s. Furniture, Bend. Sat., 8am-1pm. Stainless Discover the difference in our relaxing, HARD WORKERS II - House cleaning PIANO LESSONS - Private Lessons, kitchenware, VHS & DVD movies, video refrigerator, household appliances, new non-competitive environment. Call Beginner - Intermediate Ages 5-99. The News-Leader will not and painting. Garages to yards. Great games, porcelain dolls, lots of Star portable A/C, furniture, linens, Janet at 556-1687 for a confidential Limited spaces available. Enrolling knowingly accept any advertising references and estimates. Please call Wars/Star Trek collectibles, tons of Hoveround electric chair, & more. All interview. Serious inquiries only. now. Walter Parker (904)347-1587. for real estate which is in violation (904)335-1226 or (904)206-1059. books. Too much to list all! Must see!! nice stuff. 432-8016 of the law. All persons are hereby EXPERIENCED MEDICAL FRONT informed that all dwellings OFFICE - Part-time. Busy dermatology advertised are available on an 206 Child Care practice. Fax resume to Summer equal opportunity basis. (904)261-2166. BABYSITTER/NANNY AVAILABLE - If you believe that you may have Full time or part-time w/experience. been discriminated against in HOUSEKEEPER NEEDED - Mon., Loves kids. Very reliable & flexible. Call connection with the sale, rental or Wed., Fri., 8am-4pm. Exp/ref’s req’d. Rebecca (904)557-8328. financing of housing, call the Amelia Island. $15/hr. (904)858-3799 State Licensed Childcare Available United States Department of or email [email protected] - 7am-5:30pm Mon-Fri. $100/child. Housing and Urban Development Call for more info & to schedule inter- - HUD - 1(800)669-9777, or for HOUSEKEEPERS NEEDED - Must view. (904)321-6757. Lic #F04NA0006 the hearing impaired 1(800)927- have own transportation, dependable, 9275. drug free, honest. Call (904)583-0037 CHILD CARE AVAILABLE - Will keep for interview. your child full time or part-time. School pick up available. 491-8401

EMPLOYMENT 201 Help Wanted HMS HOST & CHILI’S TOO LOCATED IN THE TIMES UNION MOTOR ROUTE - available in Yulee. Excellent part-time JACKSONVILLE INT’L AIRPORT IS SEARCHING FOR income. Covers Chester Rd. & Blackrock area. Approximately 4 hours a day. You must have dependable AN ASST. MANAGER. transportation & current insurance. To apply, please contact Jason Green at • FULL TIME/PART TIME 225-9170 ext. 3. • MEDICAL/ DENTAL BENEFITS YMCA NOW HIRING - After School Program part time child care positions • 401K, PAID VACATION/SICK DAYS in the Fernandina/Yulee area. DCF certification encouraged; seeking professional, positive, and energetic • ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES leadership. Please submit an application/ resume to the McArthur • EDUCATIONAL REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM YMCA, 1915 Citrona Drive, Fernandina. 261-1080. • FREE PARKING Earn $$$ Helping MDs! Process medical claims from home. Call the Federal Trade Commission to find out how to spot medical billing scams. APPLY ONLINE 24 HOURS/DAY AT WWW.HMSHOST.COM 1(877)FTC-HELP. A message from the News-Leader and the FTC.

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2 Months Rent Free Limited Time OCEANFRONT-GREAT RENTAL home for 2 fam- INCREDIBLE WATERFRONT setting and home in EXCEPTIONAL PRICE FOR AN EXCEPTIONAL HOME. 5 bed- Oyster Bay Harbors! Water views from almost every rooms 3.5 baths in the main home with the master on the first floor open- • W/D Connections ilies, 4BR/3BA, large great room plus den, beautifully ing to the pool. The flat above the 3 car garage has a full kitchen, bed- upgraded throughout, fireplace, new Trek decking & room, spacious 4567 SF Home, open floor plan superb room/living area and one full bath. Flat may be rented. Many upgrades • Large Closets walkway, S/S appliances, granite, large dining room. for entertaining. Owner’s suite on either level, screened throughout the house and flat. Among the upgrades are wood floors, tile • Pirvate Pations and carpet, 42” cabinets and granite countertops. The family room opens Great short term rental history ($2700 week in season). lanai w/hot tub, gourmet kitchen, gated community. Yacht club membership avail/ $1,295,000 #47986 to a paved, screened lanai with a large swimming pool and spa. Oversized • Sparkling Pool Call for details! $1,199,000 #43742 lot can accommodate a play area, garden or a place for your pet. Best price for the square footage in Amelia Park. $699,900 #48326 • Tennis Courts • Exercise Room • Close to Shopping • Twenty Minutes to Jacksonville & Fernandina City Apartments with Country Charm (904) 845-2922 37149 Cody Circle STUNNING 2006 OYSTER BAY HOME w/ interi- THIS BEAUTIFUL, 3BR/2.5BA “Arts-N-Crafts” YOUR OWN PIECE OF PARADISE. 3BR/2.5BA Hilliard, Florida or finishes rarely seen in our market! Both master & home with side opening garage makes for stunning curb home overlooking tidal creek on 1.25 acres which Eastwood Oaks appeal. A tray ceiling crowns the great room which fea- guest suite on main, 3br/2ba on 2nd level, huge bonus includes 1/4 acre lot across the street perfect for build- Mon. - Fri 8:30-5:30 tures built-in cabinetry, French doors and fireplace. ing a garage for car or boat storage. Beautiful wood room w/full bath, metal roof, brazilian oak floors. 18” APARTMENTS Kitchen has gorgeous cabinets and granite countertops. floors in entry, great room with fireplace, upgraded Sat./Sun by Appt. tile, gourmet kitchen w/ silestone counters & glass tile Built in 2007. Relaxing covered porch under the shady kitchen, 4th bedroom or bonus room. $369,000 backsplash, lovely views overlooking lake. $589,000 oaks, 2-car garage and versatile floor plan. Plus walk to the beach $525,000 #48605 #46283 #45428 D E C U REALTOR OPEN HOUSE D E R

MARSH LAKES VILLAGE 3BR/2BA lake home, BEAUTIFUL AND SPACIOUS 42749 approx. sq. ft. ENJOY PANORAMIC OCEAN VIEWS from this 6th PUBLIC INVITED breathtaking views, dock and small boat included! 4 bedroom, 3 bath on the lake in Grande Parke in Flora floor furnished unit. Beautifully decorated, immaculate Unique interior, quality upgrades such as Vulcan stove, Parke. Large utility room, gourmet kitchen, stainless steel and well taken care of condominium, perfect for Sub zero refrigerator, stacked stone fireplace, custom vacation or rental. Spacious parking, pool by the appliances, split bedroom and open floor plan and 3-car cabinetry, jacuzzi tub, bonus room, Rhinoshield outside, beachside, and a easy walkway to the beach. $375,000 hurricane windows and more! $365,000 #42280 garage. Relax by the lake. For a brick home with this #40660 footage, this won’t last long. $350,000 MLS#:48332 Saturday • August 8th • 1 till 4 pm D E C ON ISLAND U D E R 2255 Off Shore Dr

COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL , impeccably main- TOTALLY REMODELED - Adorable PRESTIGIOUS 5BR, 4BA custom home in gated Golfside 4BR/2.5BA - 2745 asf - $499,000 tained, 100+ year old, restored home. Great location - could 3BR/2BA home 1 block to beach, large lot backs South. The many upgraded features include: 20” tile, gour- easily be converted to a business. Spacious rooms, wood met kitchen with Travertine marble and tumble stone back- up to Ft. Clinch, ocean view from 2nd fl balcony splash, custom maple cabinets, granite countertops, stain- floors, 11’ ceilings and ample closet space. Updated kitchen, & living room, granite countertops, wood & tile less steel appliances, wine cooler, fireplace and coiffered baths, wiring, plumbing, A/C, roof and water heater. Side ceiling in living room, crown molding, plantation shutters, 1711 Park Ave street access, exterior siding repaired and freshly painted. floors. Master suite on 1st floor. Just beautiful ! Jacuzzi jetted tub and so much more. Community amenities Great location in Historic District. $299,000 #45621 $424,900 #46413 include pool. $795,000 #48947 4BR/2BA - 2115 asff - $495,000 1583 Canopy Dr 3BR/2BA - 2870 asf. - $489,900 95214 Spring Blossom Ln SPACIOUS LAKEFRONT HOME in gated Lanceford Creek. GORGEOUS 3BR/2.5BA ICI HOME. on prime lot overlooking GORGEOUS 4BR/3.5BA PLUS 5th ROOM FOR OFFICE OR 5BR/3.5BA Plus media room, dining room & 53’x37’ screened pool the lake & 8th hole of North Hampton Golf Course. Tile & wood DEN, lakefront home in gated community, with membership to and spa area. Enjoy lake front views from your backyard and marsh floors, upgraded cabints, solid surface countertops, GE profile appls, Yacht Club available. Amenities include swimming pool and ten- views from the 2nd stroy. Whole-house generator for emergencies!! planation shutters, Fp, screened porch & open patio overlooking nis courts. The two-story home includes travertine tile, gourmet 3BR/2BA - 2192 asf - $519,000 gourmet kit w/SS appls, 42” cabinets, granite countertops and a 48” lake. Large dining room with molding, laundry room w/ cabinets, kitchen with granite counters, beautiful cabinets and walk-in professional gas stove make this spacious design a chef’s dream, Kitchen opens to LR so your never far from family and friends. 1st second story game loft, guests BR & 1full bath. One BR currently pantry. The large dining room & living room have built-ins. A large Floor Mast Suite & 1 BR, 3rd BR & media room w/morning kit used as office. The spacious master suite is on the ground floor. screened lanai overlooks the lake and abundant fruit trees. Circular upstairs. $695,000 MLS#48471 $379,000 #48615 drive and 3-car garage. $ 470,000 MLS#:46384

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GUN SHOW - Sat. 08/15, 9-5 & Sun. NEW 3BR/2BA - 2270 sq. ft., 2-car STATIONERY RV FOR RENT - Weekly Unfurnished Unfurnished 08/16, 9-4. The Morocco Shrine, 3800 garage on 1/2 acre. Granite counter & monthly rates. (904)225-5577 H. St. Johns Bluff Rd., Jax. North Florida tops, oak cabinets, tile throughout, ISLAND STUDIO APT. - 422 Pinedale 2BR/1BA - Near beach. $725/mo. + CURTISS Arms Collectors, (904)461-0273. covered lanai, many custom features. 2 to 3BR - Nice new decor. $600- Rd., Fernandina Beach, 800 sq ft. $725 dep. Call (904)583-3811. Must see. $295,000. Owner financing $675/mo. Includes water, lawn. Possi- $600/mo, 1 month deposit. Incl. HONDA FOREMAN 500 4-WHEELER w/down payment. (904)753-2155 ble RTO. (904)315-1757 or 613-8401 garbage. No Smoking. Available Aug. LASSERRE - garage kept, very clean, less than 15 2BR/2BA MOBILE HOME - on 1/2 1, call M-F 9am to 5pm 904-277-5606 hrs., $4000. TRACKING UNIT - $500. BEAUTIFUL 2400SF 4BR/3BA - Real Estate, Inc. acre lot in Yulee. $700/mo. + $700 leave message after 5pm. (904)548-2232 or (904)553-7982 Hickory Village. $260,000 w/$10,000 CURTISS H. dep. Available now. Call (904) 491- COMMERCIAL bonus to buyer at closing. Call 1BR/1BA DOWNTOWN - Private bal- 4383 or 237-7324. FOR SALE - Trailer pole & truck rack. (904)318-6018. cony overlooking Fairbanks House. S. RENTALS Call (904)225-5534. 3BR/2BA DWMH - Private lot on 6th & Cedar. W/D, water, garbage incl. LASSERRE Blackrock Rd. W/D, dishwasher. $825/ Svc dogs only. $675 + dep. 556-3002 • 850785 US 17 Yulee - 150x300 lot with GOLF CART - 2007 Precedent 48 volt. Real Estate, Inc. mo. + dep. (2) 2BR MH’s also a 1458 sq. ft. building & large paved park- Like new. $2,800. (904)631-5822 809 Lots available, $575 & $625.(904)206-3423 2BR/2.5BA 2-STORY LOFT - w/ bonus room, 2-car garage, W/D RESIDENTIAL ing lot. $2,500/mo. + tax & util. Off Island - Remodeled 2/2 MH, fenc- LOWEST PRICED FULL SIZE LOT - in hookup. Pets OK. $1200/mo. Available • 1200 s.f. at Five Points Plaza, 816 Sadler 609 Appliances Amelia Island Plantation. Cul-de-sac. ed 1 ac yard, $175/wk. or $695/ mo + 8/1. (904)662-2360 On marshside. Approved house plans dep. On Island/In Park - Effic., RENTALS Rd. Between Stein Mart and At Home SIDE-BY-SIDE REFRIGERATOR - available. $199,900. Claudia, RE/MAX w/yard, incl utils, $145/wk. 261-5034. SMALL 1BR - at the beach. Quiet. No LONG TERM Amelia. Great frontage. Long term lease. smoking. Service animals only. Utilities Clean & running. Great to use in Professional Group. (904)556-4000 3BR/2BA SINGLEWIDE - on one • 2519 S. Fletcher Ave (West Side)., 3-4 $19.00 PSF + 3.5 CAM + Sales tax. garage. $150. (904)716-1637 included. References, $500 deposit acre. $700/mo + $700 dep. 3/2 required. $650/mo. (904)335-1665 BR/2.5BA 2800 sq. ft. Home. Lots of park- • 1539 S. 8th St. 1 room office & bath, pri- Doublewide - on one acre $800 + ing. Unfurnished $1,500.00. vate ent. $300/mo. + tax. 814 West Nassau County $800 deposit. (904)753-2156 925 TARPON AVE. - North Pointe • 19 S. 14th St., 2/1, $900/mo. + util., securi- 610 Air Conditioners $450-$625 - 2BR mobile homes. Easy 2BR/2.5BA townhouse. $895. Nick • Approx 850 s.f. by Fastenal and Peacock /Heating FSBO - 55030 Deer Run Rd. 1.02 ac., move-in. Yulee. Call Gregg (904)376- Deonas Realty, Inc. (904)277-0006 ty deposit $1,000.Avail.August 2009. Electric in O’Neil, good exposure on 3BR/2.5BA, fireplace, nice neighbor- 5190. • 4BR/2.5BA Very nice 2500 sq.ft. home at hood, Callahan. $333,000. (904)631- A1A. Great for show room or office HEAT/COOL - Window units & ice 5822 after 5pm. 3BR/2BA DWMH - Lina Rd., Florence Point $1,450/mo. + Util. space $1350/mo + tax +utilities. machines, used all sizes w/warr. Fernandina. 1 acre, fenced backyard. SAWGRASS • 3BR/2BA Home on Amelia Island with • Approx 1,800 s.f. Retail Bldg • 1839 S. Repairs to central & window AC's, $800/ mo. (904)557-1253 beautiful view of Egans Creek. $1,850/mo. refrigerators & freezers. Kish's (904) 8th St Lease by Huddle House CONDO st 225-9717. 817 Other Areas + Util. Avail Sept. 1 $2,250/mo + tax or may purchase. • 3BR/2BA Home w/ pool, Dunewood Pl., Absolute Auction - 214+/- acre farm, 853 Mobile Home Lots FOR SALE OR TRADE • 2385 JAMESTOWN ROAD Approx close to beach and golf course $1350/mo 611 Home Furnishings house. Pike County near Troy, AL. 2400 SF Great for Retail, Office, Offered in parcels, combinations &/or CAMPER/RV SPACE AVAIL - 50/30 + util AMP elec. incl., $360/mo. Stationary 2 Br, 2 Ba Condo with Industrial or light manufacturing located NEW SLEEPER SOFA, $450. Kitchen entirely. 8/13, 1pm. www.gtauctions. • 2BR/2BA upstairs condo, unfurn, unit in com (800)996-2877. Granger, Thagard camper for one person, $100/wk. Elec at Industrial Park by airport. Roll up table set, $175. Washer & dryer, $150. & gas incl. Sandpiper Court 261-6957 view of #2 West Nine Amelia Lakes, smoke free, lots of ameni- Call (201)650-4908. & Assoc., Inc. Jack F. Granger #873. doors and easy access. Rare zoning ANF ties. $950/mo. Golf Course, Sawgrass • 514 S. 14th St. - 3BR/1BA $875/mo. + util. allows many uses. $2,500/mo + tax + util Real Estate Auction - Luxury 12,000 854 Rooms • DEER WALK – 1,250 s.f. retail/office 615 Building Materials +/- sf home, 88+/- acre horse farm. Country Club. 2 car security deposit $1,000. Avail. space. Units range from $1,750 to Shelby Co., AL near Lay Lake. Offered ROOM - with private entry. Luxury • 619 S. 14th St. 3BR/1BA $975/mo. + util. METAL ROOFING - 40 yr warranty. in parcels, combinations, &/or entirety. bath. Full house privileges. Nature garage. Security deposit of $1,000. $2,000 /mo includes CAM, tax, water, 8/20, 1pm. www.gtauctions.com (800) Buy direct from manufacturer. 30 lovers retreat. (904)540-9664 • 2801 Elizabeth St - 3/2 upstairs Apt. Great sewer, garbage. First months rent FREE colors in stock, w/all accessories. Quick 996-2877. Granger, Thagard & Assoc., turn around. Delivery available. Gulf Inc. Jack F. Granger, #873. ANF ROOM FOR RENT - for single. 5 min- Owner interested in Deck - Oceanview $1,000/mo. + util. with one year signed lease. Coast Supply & Mgf. (888)393-0335. utes from beach. Private bath, private • 3BR/2BA on First Ave. w/one car garage. • Amelia Park Office Suites 900 s.f.+/- www.GulfCoastSupply.com. ANF LAKEFRONT - Grand opening sale! entrance. $100/wk. + $200 dep. Call 8/15/09. Deep dockable lakefront: 10 10am-6pm, (904)335-2086 anytime. either sale or trade for Like new with a partial ocean view Fronting 14th Street $1,685.mo includes acres $49,900. Wooded park-like set- $1,150/mo + util. all other fees/costs except utilities. One ting on one of Alabama’s top recrea- comparable property mo. FREE rent w/ signed lease. 624 Wanted To Buy tional lakes. All amenities completed. VACATION RENTAL Boat to Gulf of Mexico! Exc. financing. 855 Apartments on Amelia Island. • Five Point Village 2250 S 8th St.Old West I BUY JUNK CARS & HEAVY (866)952-5302 ext. 1514. ANF Furnished • AFFORDABLE WEEKLY/MONTHLY Marine space. 2,900 HSF, ample parking, EQUIPMENT FOR SCRAP - CASH 2BR/1BA Oceanview. 487 S. Fletcher. Call A1A exposure. Great for retail or large PAID. (904)879-1190 / 705-8628 OWNER MUST SELL - 4.79 ac wooded, private, walk to lake. At Beach - Sm effic. $135/wk. Sm CALL for more information office space. $12 per sf + tax. $54,900. Call (866)352-2249. ANF 1BR $175/wk. Lg 1BR $195/wk. + dep. Incl all utils. On Island - Sm effic. (904) 759-9000 REAL ESTATE In Lieu of Foreclosure - Lakefront w/yard, $145/wk. incl utils. 261-5034 904-261-4066 904-261-4066 steal! 1.2 ac $49,892. Builder deeded SALES back this gorgeous, level lakefront 1BR EFFIC. APT. - attached to home. estate on pvt bass lake. Unspoiled Private entrance. On Island. $450/mo., setting. No crowds/noise. Abutting utilities included. Clean, mature, no 1925 S. 14TH St., Suite 4 lakefronts sold for $69,900 & $64,900 smoking. Deposit. Gail (904)415-1006 804 Amelia Island Homes & not half as nice as this one. (888)792-5253 ext 2341. ANF 1BR APT. - Fully furnished. A.I., Amelia Island, FL OCEANFRONT - Log Cabin R-3 gated, all utilities, beach access. Short income. Property remodeled $975K. term rental. No smoking. $1050/mo. Sales (904)277-9700 Oceanview - Homes needs TLC. Rear (904)206-1071 or 321-4262 unit leases at $750/mo. Summer Beach - 2028sf. Short distance to REAL ESTATE EFFICIENCY - with huge bathroom/ Property Management beach. $415K. Amelia Coastal Realty jacuzzi. Off Atlantic Ave. $600/mo. 261-2770 RENTALS (904)556-9372 (904)277-0907 S. 12th St. (2) homes Under con- struction, affordable cottage style HIGHEST POINT ON THE ISLAND - BEACH LOVER’S DREAM! - Rent a homes, on Island. 2 bedroom, 2 4BR/3BA. 2500sf home with extra 851 Roommate Wanted 1BR apartment completely furnished PROPERTIES FOR SALE bath with 2 car garage $139,900. family room & screened in porch. Call FACING THE OCEAN! - 1233 N. MLS#50059 & #50066. (904)491-4290. Fletcher, Fernandina Beach. $750/mo. ROOMMATE WANTED - 3BR/2BA (utilities included), $750 security HOME - Lakefront, 132 Ocean Ridge home. $650/mo. + 1/2 utilities. No deposit and 1 year lease required. No Dr. HOME - 2497 Captain Hook Dr., pets. No smoking. (904)583-5895 smoking. (912)816-8491. pool. LOT - Marshfront, Bonnieview Dr. Best Offer. Reduced! (904)261-4328. 805 Beaches NOW AVAILABLE FSBO-Reduced. 3/2, 1.5 blocks to beach. New roof/kitchen/siding. Across from comm. pool, 2 scrn’d tiled porch- es, hot tub. $344,900. (904)556-4500 Countryside Apartments 11th St, 2 homes under construc- NORTH 14TH STREET 3/2 MOBILE HOME on over 3 BR / 2 BA IN SPANISH OAKS. Nice OCEANFRONT PROPERTY tion, affordable , on Island 3 bed- 4BR/1.5BA block home on an acre. Corner lot and fenced. neighborhood. 2,174 sq. ft. Beautifully Visit www.OceanfrontAmelia.com for a room 2 bath with 2 car garage maintained home. Mature shade trees. 1&2 Bedroom Units island, needs TLC. $137,500 Great setting. $89,900 MLS Florida room (31 x 12) $257,900 complete list, or call Bob Gedeon at $149,900. MLS# 50127 & 50109. Oceanfront Realty (904)261-8870. Rent starting at $630-$750 MLS# 47266 #48333 MLS #49718 806 Waterfront Mon & Wed 8am - 5pm, Fri 1pm - 5pm PROPERTY MANAGEMENT RENTALS 1105 S. 13th Street, Fernandina Beach Waterfront Homes & Lots - Call ON ISLAND OFF ISLAND, Cont. (904) 261–4066 for information. C.H. (904) 277-2103 • 536-A N. 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G G NG NG N IN I I TI T ST ST S IS SINGLE FAMILY HOMES - ON ISLAND SINGLE FAMILY HOMES - OFF ISLAND LI LI LI L W W W EW E NE NE N N • 2403 Los Robles- 3BR/2.5BA Bring your golf clubs and walk the golf course. Single family traditional home with 2 car garage. Living • 95140 Hither Hills Way - 3BR/2BA Great home on the #2 Green in room and dining room at front of house. Fireplace in family room the North Hampton Golf Community with club house/aquatic center, which exits to large screened porch. Master bedroom has entry to basketball/tennis court, outpost on Lofton Creek with canoe/kayak screened porch for early morning coffee and bird watching in a natu- lunch and pavilion. Washer/dryer, Cable television, High Speed ral setting. Conveniently located to shopping, schools and dining just Internet, Monitored Security System included. $1400 NATURES GATE AMELIA SOUTH FLORIDA AVENUE DEAL OF THE DAY! off Amelia Island Parkway. $1195. • 86004 Cathedral Lane 3BR/2BA - Beautiful fenced lot, satellite Fenced 1/2 acre lot in Yulee Custom 3/3 concrete block Furnished 2/2 “end unit” Perfect starter or retirement • 95069 Reserve Court - 4BR/2BA Beautiful home with covered patio dish, tool house. Ten minutes from Amelia Island and convenient to w/AS-IS DWMH. New roof & home built in 2003 has w/Southern exposure. home in Yulee. Remodeled Jacksonville International Airport. $1150 new siding in 2007. Home inground pool, double lot. Oceanfront pool and great kitchen & bath, tile & laminate, and well maintained lawn. Home has separate dining and fireplace in living room. $1595 needs work but has great Home has oversized MBR, SS vacation rental possibilities. new HVAC. potential. appliances & granite tops. • 4701 Rigging Drive (Golf Side South) - 3BR/2BA Located in pres- CONDO/TOWNHOME/APARTMENTS tigious gated community where amenities include a community swim- #50009 $460,000 #49929 $122,900 #49852 $65,000 #49900 $370,000 ming pool and easy access to the beach, Ritz Carlton and Golf Club of • 2633 Forest Ridge - 2BR/1.5BA Community features include Amelia just across the street. $1800 swiming pool, tennis court, and park. $850 • 2614 McGregor (Pirates Cove)- 3BR/2BA Home Walking distance G NG NG NG N • 3165 Unit 12 South Fletcher - 3BR/2.5 Condo with community TI TI TI TI to the ocean, hard wood floors, fenced rear yard and garage. $1100 S IS IS IS pool at rear of condo. $1100 LI L L L • 2806 Ocean Sound Drive 3BR/2BA - Nice home located in Ocean W W W EW NE NE NE N Sound subdivision. Fireplace in family room, screened in back patio • 4750 Westwind Court (Colony)- 2BR/2BA with fireplace. Great and 2 Car garage. $1450 south end location. Large 2 car garage. This unit is in excellent condi- tion. Community Pool and tennis courts. Minutes from the ocean, golf • 1933 Sycamore Lane 3BR/2BA - This home is charming country liv- and shopping. Just 30 minutes from Jacksonville taking a leisurely ing at its best. Located in Shady Point Plantation on three acres of land drive on A1A through State Parks along the ocean and intracoastal with beautiful trees all around. Sit back and relax warm evenings in waterway. $925 OCEAN PLACE SAILMAKER HIGHLAND DRIVE HIGH POINTE the florida room or cozy up by the fireplace on the cold winter nights. Fabulous furnished 2/2 offers Absolutely beautiful 3/2 has Spacious 3/3 brick home on Magnificent 4/3 brick home Either way this one is a charmer. $1500 • 2012A West Natures Lane-3BR/2.5BA-Lovely townhome centrally 1341SF of oceanfront luxury been completely redone top to double lot has new kitchen, in gated community. Tons of located on the island. Minutes to shopping, schools and the • 1913 Perimeter Park Rd. - 3BR/2.5BA - 2795 sq. ft., granite count- beach.$1100 living next to the Ritz-Carlton. bottom. Everything is new and wood floors, tile, new paint. upgrades, cul-de-sac lot, handi- er tops, maple cabinets, stainless steel appliances, washer/dryer Great vacation rental! all on one floor! cap accessible. included, centrally located in Amelia Park. $1995 • 95046 Springtide Lane - 3BR/4BA. This is a beautiful town home located in a gated community off A1A off of the Intercoastal water- #50004 $689,000 #49992 $472,000 #49979 $429,000 #49970 $439,000 way. Rent includes water, garbage, sewer and lawn service. $2475 FURNISHED - ON ISLAND • 2850 South Fletcher - 3BR/1BA beautiful ocean views upstairs. • 2700 Mizell 102B- 2BR/2BA in Amelia Woods. Fully furnished unit $1100 Downstairs oceanfront 2 BR/1 BA w/bonus room, fenced front 0 00 00 0 with community pool and tennis court. One block from the beach. ,5 ,0 ,0 and rear yard. $1395 4 0 57 $5 $4 $ Avail Sept 1st. $900 D D D • 2443B First Ave. - 3BR/2BA townhome with fireplace in family E E CE UC UC U • 2700 Mizell 401B- 3BR/2BA in Amelia Woods fully furnished unit D D ED room. Home is only one block from the ocean. $900 RE RE R overlooking pool & tennis courts. 1 block from the beach. $1100 Sales Sales Sales Sales Sales

CLUB VILLA BLACKROCK HAMMOCK NORTH HAMPTON GRANDE OAKES Serene marsh view condo in 5454 SF of luxury living in this Beautiful 4/3 two-story over- Spectacular riverfront living Amelia Island Plantation. 6/6.5 executive home! looks the 4th fairway. Three in this brand new 5/4 beauty. Steps to pool and close to Screened & heated pool, sum- bedrooms upstairs & guest Gourmet kitchen, 3-car Amelia Links Golf Club. mer kitchen, guest suite and suite down. garage & more. RV/boat garage. #47011 $345,000 #50073 $659,000 #49533 $315,000 #44921 $689,000

0 $799,000 - Sandpiper Loop $340,000 - Reserve Court $425,000 - S. Fletcher Lot 50’x100’ 00 00 5, Lots & Acreage ,1 4BR/2BA in Reserve at Old Bluff Ready to build - Plans Available 2700 s.f. 12 $9 4BR/4BA, 2,693 s.f.Townhome $ D Brad Goble - 261-6166 ED E Nip Galphin - 277-6597 Nip Galphin - 277-6597 C UC DU ED RE Avery Rd $45,000 Amelia IslandLong Point $575,000 R ts os Barrington $119,900 Opal Ave $395,000 C ng Blackbeard’s Way $1,065,000 Pinedale Road $69,000 si lo C Calhoun St. $99,500 Someruelus $99,000 s ay P First Ave $295,000 S. Fletcher $995,000 r le el S. FLETCHER AVENUE Gaines Ln. $110,000 10th Street $48,000 LOFTON POINTE S Spectacular 3-year old ocean- Ian Drive $45,000 Pride of ownership shows in this view home sits on a double lot well-appointed 4/3 home. Bonus and has every imaginable room with full bath over garage. Amberwood Ln $67,500 Off-IslandMarc Anthony $46,800 $725,000 - Fernandina Cay - MLS# 43544 $595,000 - S. Fletcher, 50’ Beach Lot - MLS# 45255 $142,000 - The Palms - MLS# 45243 upgrade. Call for details. home warranty. Buy now, Build later, use of existing home Bennett Ave $225,500/$350,000 Napeague Dr. $165,000 3BR/3BA - Great Ocean View 2BR/2BA - Many Upgrades Nip Galphin - 277-6597 Brad Goble - 261-6166 Brad Goble - 261-6166 #48550 $1,550,000 Brady Point Rd. $480,000 Plum Loop $49,900/$66,000 #48773 $239,900 Cayman Circle $69,000/$134,900 Redbud Lane $199,000 Edwards Road $59,000 Reserve at Deer Run ct Gravel Creek $69,900 $55,000-$75,000 ra 00 nt High Pointe $119,900 Roses Bluff $29,900 ,0 o 15 C Lafitte’s Way $89,900 Southern Heritage $155,000 $ er ED nd C U Lina Road $417,900 US Highway 17 $350,000 DU Little Piney Island $300,000 Wesley Rd., 13.61 acres RE $899,900 375,000 - MLS#49508 $510,000 - Starboard Landing- MLS# 43365 $150,000 - 1311 Broome- MLS# 47106 HIGH POINTE 2600 S.F. - across from the Bells River 4BR/3BA - 2578sf - In Seaside Subdivision 1375 s.f. Open Floor Plan 1.2 acre wooded lots in Call me or your agent quickly! OCEANVIEW HOME Nip Galphin - 277-6597 Brad Goble - 261-6166 gated subdivision off RIVER GLEN Brad Goble - 904-261-6166 Great price on this light & Nearly new 4/2 home on nicely bright beach cottage on S. Barnwell Road. Bring landscaped lot with sprinkler • Lanceford Lot • $122,000 Package $321,000 #45603 • Brad Goble - 261-6166 Fletcher Ave. Steps to the beach your own builder with system in new family neighbor- • Barrington Lot • $122,000 Package $321,000 #46502 • Brad Goble - 261-6166 access. Zoned for duplex and no time limit to build. hood close to I-95. Built in 2008 • Beech Street • Commercial Lot $159,000 #46502 • Brad Goble - 261-6166 easily expanded. and in perfect shape. • 1735 Clinch Dr. 3.2 acres $599,000 #49568 • Nip Galphin - 277-6597 #50061 $350,000 $119,900 #48541 $177,000 SALES • RENTALS • PROPERTY MANAGEMENT CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACK

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856 Apartments 858 Condos-Unfurnished 858 Condos-Unfurnished 860 Homes-Unfurnished 860 Homes-Unfurnished 863 Office Unfurnished 2BR/2BA COLONY UNIT - 2-car gar., THE PALMS AT AMELIA - 2BR/2BA 4BR/3BA Foreclosure! - $11,500. 2BR/1BA - on 1 acre of land, Chester AMELIA CONCOURSE AREA - 2000 newly remodeled, pool & tennis court. starting at $800/mo. Call about our Only $217/mo. 5% down 15 years @ Rd. $700/mo. + dep. Pets allowed with sq. ft. available. Call 753-2018 for FOR RENT - 2BR/1BA apt., $685/mo. No smoking. $975/mo. + dep. & utils. early move-in special. (904)277-1983 8% apr. Buy 3BR $199/mo. For listings deposit. Call (904)277-3407 or cell more information. 231 N. 3rd St., near downtown in (904)548-0774, (904)556-5457. (800)366-9783 ext 5798. ANF (904)556-2353. historic district. Call (904)753-0718. SADLER RD. - Office/retail space AMELIA LAKES - 1BA/1BA condo. 860 Homes-Unfurnished BEACH - 4/2, 1452sf. 3454 First 2BR/1BA HOUSE - on the Island. avail. $900/mo. 8th & Gum - 1200sf Personally owned, well kept, very clean Avenue. $1425/mo. Call Don Brown $700/mo. plus deposit. Service animals + loft at $1200/mo. 1105 S. 8th - unit, nice amenities. Best value on CARTESTIAN POINTE - Easy access Realty 225-5510 or 571-7177 only. No smoking. Call (904)759-1105. 1065sf $1000/mo. 6400sf $4500/mo. property. Great landlord. $725/mo. to I-95 & Amelia Island. 3BR/2BA, 2- 857 Condos-Furnished MARSH LAKES - 3/2.5 T.H. 1860sf. Beech Street - Former Restaurant Call Tim (386) 846-2951. car gar., fenced backyard, covered Lease. $1700/mo. Buy $195K. Down- patio, tile thru-out, W/D & water 4572 Village Dr. $1300/mo. Call Don Beautiful Oceanfront - fully furnish- AMELIA LAKES - 2BR/2BA split floor Brown Realty 225-5510 or 571- town - 1900sf at $2000/mo. 1280- plan. Fireplace, screened porch. Water softener included. $1050/mo. (904) 861 Vacation Rentals 3200sf - Tyler Plaza, Yulee. $14psf. ed 3BR/3BA. Ocean Place @ Summer 261-4802 7177 Beach. $3000/mo., incl. all utils. Avail. & W/D included. $950/mo. (904)206- SUMMER BEACH VILLAGE - Furnish- Amelia Coastal Realty 261-2770 10/1. Call Marcy, (904)753-6500. 2313 2BR/2BA - with extra room. Pirates ed home. 3BR/2BA, 2-car gar., gated, 3BR/2BA BLOCK HOUSE - Low DOWNTOWN “CHANDLERY BUILD- 2BR/2BA REMODELED CONDO - utilities, W/D, garage, fenced back Wood subdivision. Fenced in yard. Pool patrolled comm @ pool, 5 min/beach, AMELIA WOODS - 1BR/1BA. Beauti- ING” - (Centre & 2nd). Single office to Appliances & washer/dryer included. yard, on island, open floor plan. access. $975/mo. Security deposit incl utilities. 261-6204, 206-0035 fully furnished with vaulted ceilings. 3500sf. Call Manager, (770)444-9800. Pool, tennis included. $750/mo. Amelia $1050/mo. Please call Angela (904) required. (904)335-0116 Close to beach access. $840/mo. Call OCEANVIEW 3BR/2BA and 2BR/1BA. Landings (904)557-6501. 753-3639 for details (770)789-2965. BEACHWAY - Beautiful home in a Call (904)261-4066, C.H. Lasserre, great neighborhood. 4BR/2BA, 2-car OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - Down- CLOSE TO THE OCEAN - Over- QUAINT 1BR COTTAGE - Downtown. Realtor, for special rates. garage, water softener, outdoor cover- town & 14th Street. 150sf to 1500sf. looking pool. 2BR/2.5BA w/carport. Fenced in yard, office, appliances, ed patio. $1150/mo. (904)206-2841 Galphin R/E Svc. (904)277-6597 Year’s lease. $875 + dep. (904)430- washer/dryer included. Pet OK. $700/ OCEANFRONT - 2BR/1BA available 858 Condos-Unfurnished 2605 mo. Available 9/1. (904)557-6501 3BR/2BA - 1800 sq.ft. Tile floors, Oct - March. $2,000/mo. + utilities. 3 ROOM OFFICE SUITE - utilities gorgeous fenced yard, all appliances. (904)556-9402 owner/agent. furnished. $625/mo. 2382 Sadler Rd. THE COLONY - 4830 Gulfstream Ct. NICE 1BR/1BA CONDO - Newly 2BR/1.5BA CONDO - 1.5 blocks from 2046 Marlin CT. $1375/mo. + dep. behind Amelia Insurance. Call George, 2BR/2BA, fully furnished, Wifi, cable, VACATION CHALET - in N. Carolina painted, garden tub, walk-in closet, lg beach. Completely renovated! Ameni- (858)354-8221 (904)557-5644. rooms. Gated community w/amenities. ties incl. $900/mo + sec dep. Call phone, utilities included. $1450/mo. Mtns. River overlook, cozy, well $750/mo. Call (904)432-8359 912-269-3960. Contact phone # (904)838-1969 . 3BR/3.5BA VILLA - at Summer furnished, majestic views. Peaceful. Beach. Pool, cable included. $1500/mo. $495/wk. or $95/day. (904)757-5416 Call (912)682-8118. 864 Commercial/Retail QUAINT HOUSE - in Old Town with Amelia River views. 1BR/1BA, modern 863 Office RESTAURANT FOR LEASE - 3800 sq. kitchen, W/D, CH&A, carport, private ft. 463179 A1A, Yulee. Permits back patio. 712 San Fernando St. SEE THE INSIDE, THEN DECIDE - available for alcoholic beverages. (904) $875/mo. + $875 sec. dep. 261-3158. Low rent. 1200sf, 200 + loft, 8th & 557-5004 Available now. Gum Sts. 321-1651 or 261-2770 DEERWALK - Prime high visibility ROBINHOOD - 1538sf, 3BR/2BA. 2- location on A1A in O’Neal. 1250sf Office Space - includes utilities & car garage, fenced rear yard. $1150/ units. Curtiss Lasserre Real Estate janitor. Small $125, medium $225, mo. Amelia Coastal Realty 261-2770. (904)261-4066. large $350, & office suites avail. TIMBERCREEK PLANTATION - Jasmine Office Center. Call Mack 3BR/2BA, 2-car garage. New home. (904)583-0058. Available 9/1. $1100/mo. Call (904) 553-3445. TURNKEY CLASS A OFFICE SPACE - TRANSPORTATION NORTH HAMPTON - 3/2.5, 1950sf. in Gateway To Amelia complex avail- 85001 Wainscott Ct. $1625/mo. Call able for professional service firm on an Don Brown Realty 225-5510 or office sharing basis. If interested con- 901 Automobiles 571-7177 tact Sue Armstrong at (904)277-2788. Acura Integra - ‘95 $500. Honda Civic ‘99 $400. Ford Taurus ‘01 $750. Toyota Camry ‘98 $850. Police Impounds. For listings call (800)366- Marsh Cove Condominiums 9813 ext 9275. ANF $500 POLICE IMPOUNDS - Cars, Experience Island living without Island prices! trucks, SUV’s from $500. Honda, Toyota, Chevy & more. For listings Features include: (800)366-9813 ext. 9499. ANF 2 bedroom garden units • 2 bedroom townhouse style BUY POLICE IMPOUNDS - ‘97 Honda Civic $400. ‘97 Honda Accord $500. For 3 bedroom garden units • Marsh views listings call (800)366-9813 ext 9271. ANF Swimming pool • Dishwasher • Laundry facilities Washer/dryer connections* • Washer/dryer units available* 903 Vans Water, garbage & pest control included in rent SALE - ‘95 Plym Van $1800, ‘94 Dodg Prices starting at $675.00 per month V6 PU $700, ‘01 Tracker $2500. ‘91 Dodg PU $3000, nu eng/paint. All run- *Some features not available in all units ning. Cash/OBO/pymts. 904-261-5034 2000 DODGE CARAVAN SE - Fully Senior Citizen Discounts • Ask About Our Specials! loaded, excellent condition. $3500/ Less than 2 miles from the beach and you can walk to the OBO. (904)583-4442 shops and restaurants at The Gateway to Amelia center! 904 Motorcycles

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Cartesian Pointe Timber Creek Plantation 2-story townhomes side by side. Live in $199,500 $150,000 one side and rent out the other. Tenants 2,307 S.F. Brick/Stucco 1,928 S.F. Best price in place. One is month to month. Rents Silestone Counters, Stainless are $700 and $725. Listing price is for Appliances, in neighborhoodJust Listedboth sides. Total rooms for both sides Crown Moulding & Not a short sale. 4BR/2BA and 2 half baths - 2040 sq ft many upgrades. total for both sides. Seller will pay HUGE fenced in backyard. MLS#50160 $10,000 in closing costs and upgrades. $279,500 MLS#46777 MLS#50131 Brad Goble Jean Hable Brad Goble Realtor® (904) 753-0807 Realtor® 500 Centre Street Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 1880 S. 14th St.• Amelia Island, FL 32034 261-6166 Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated 1880 S. 14th St.• Amelia Island, FL 32034 261-6166

g in Very nice property on 1 acre with mature st Well maintained home with 2 pantries in Li Newly renovated Amelia Island trees. Home with room to add on or ew kitchen, volume ceilings, split bedroom build new. New refrigerator.. Inside laun- N Plantation Home. 3BR/3BA, plan, large screened porch, full sprinkler dry/utility room. Storage building to approx 3,500 sq.ft. on .58 acres system, rain soft water softener and large stay. Square footage may be more as located on the Golf Course. garage. New AC, Plantation blinds. kitchen was added on. This home has Definite Pride of Ownership in this Otter been a rental for several years. $975,000 MLS#50162 Run home. $ 125,000 MLS#:48409 $209,000 Mls#:48680 Barbara Petro Jean Hable Realtor Jean Hable (904) 753-0807 (904) 753-0807 500 Centre Street 500 Centre Street (904) 335-7392 500 Centre Street Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated

JacCRS,k GRIie BROKERD ASSOCIATEarby JacCRS,k GRIie BROKERD ASSOCIATEarby JacCRS,k GRIie BROKERD ASSOCIATEarby 904 556-6861 904 556-6861 904 556-6861 [email protected] • www.jackiedarby.com Fernandina Beach Realty [email protected] • www.jackiedarby.com Fernandina Beach Realty [email protected] • www.jackiedarby.com Fernandina Beach Realty Gated Community, 6/6.5, Beautiful pool home on Roses North Hampton 5454 sq.ft. Living large, with a Bluff. 4/2 & 2100 sq.ft. 4/3, 2713 sq.ft. Open plan screen enclosed heated pool, on 1 acre. Many upgrades. and full of upgrades and a guest suite. $320,000 $375,000 MLS#50105 $659,900 MLS#50073