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2020 Only Serving Satsuma ● Pomona Park ● Lake Como ● Crescent City ● Seville ● Pierson ● Welaka ● Fruitland ● Georgetown ● East Palatka ● Palatka ● Interlachen ● Melrose ● San Mateo 50 ¢ January 1, 2020 • Vol. 78, No. 41 (2 sections) Crescent City, FL Firefighters Receive Rubbing Elbows Scout Report Hoods Palatka native who’s Scouts camp Local firefighters receive specialty worked with Tim at St. John’s hoods. Tebow and others. Landing. Page B3 Page B1 Page A4 Genealogy for Beginners The Spark Genealogy Workshop for absolute beginners will be held on Mon., Jan. 13 at 5 Heroes Rescue Horses p.m. at the Palatka Library at 601 College Rd., Horses rescued from over turned trailer near Putnam/ St. Johns County line. Palatka. Learn some of the absolute basics about how to get started on your genealogy journey with the Putnam County Archives. No technical jargon, judgment or pressure just a fun and friendly learning atmosphere! Life is Art gallery exhibit The Arts Council of Greater Palatka is pleased to invite you to their next Gallery Exhibit “Life is Art” by Judi Cain. Join them on Fri., Jan. 10 at the Larimer Arts Center Located at 216 Reid St., Palatka from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The show is free and open to the public with light refreshments available. For more information email to [email protected] or call 386- 328-8998. Woman’s Club Bingo The GFWC Woman’s Club of Welaka invites the public to Bingo Night on Fri., Jan. 24 starting at 5 p.m. at their club house located at 644 C.R. 309 in Welaka. Doors open at 5 p.m., food will be served at 5:30 p,m, and bingo starts at 6 p.m. Must be 18 years old. There is a $20 donation with all prizes paid in gift certificates. For more information call Ruth at 386-336-2846. Tickets available at the door. All proceeds go to GFWC Woman’s Club of Welaka charities. Fiber Arts Book Club All fiber fanatics are invited to the Palatka Li- brary for Fiber Arts Book Club on Wed., Jan. 8 from 2 to 6 p.m. at 601 College Rd, Palatka. If your interested in crocheting, sewing, quilting, knitting, spinning, tat, weaving or felt work this book club is for you. For more information call 386-329-0126 or visit www.funinputnam. com. Crescent City Connection In place of a regular January meeting, The Crescent City Connection asks businesses Last week Putnam County Emergency Services and residents to attend the Public Reception came together in the early morning hours of for City Commission Candidates from 6 to Fri., Dec. 27 to rescue two horses trapped in an 8:30 p.m. at city hall on Mon., Jan. 6. Check overturned horse trailer on W. Cracker Swamp fliers and social media for more updates on Rd. near the Putnam and St. Johns county line. the Crescent City Connection. Personnel from East Palatka Station Six, Putnam County Fire/Rescue EMS 71 and RES 84, the Putnam Sheriffs Office, Florida High- Learn about Living History way Patrol, Johnson’s Towing, regional large Bring history to life with the Putnam County animal veterinary services and the St. John’s Library System. Living History is the art of County Special Operations Response Team all keeping history alive and accessible to the joined the effort. public by reenacting. If you are interested or At last report one of the horses passed from its want to learn more join them on Wed., Jan. 8 injuries while the other is in stable condition from 2 to 6 p.m. at 601 College Rd., Palatka. and expected to recover. For more information email to mischa.johns@ (Photos courtesy Putnam Emergency Management) putnam-fl.com or call 386-329-0441. Putnam County Drugs Don’t Pay and Gator Don’t Play Special to the Courier Journal

In the early morning hour of Mon., Dec. 23, The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office Nar- cotics, Vice Unit and SWAT Team served a search warrant at 103 Colonial Cir. in Palatka. The search warrant followed months of undercover investigation by narcotics detec- The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics, Vice Unit and SWAT Team tives. Additionally, the with Sheriff “Gator” DeLoach holding a sign that says “Gator Don’t Play investigation revealed That” after the raid on a know drug residence in Palatka. that this residence has (Photo special to the Courier Journal) long been a plague on 63-year-old Geary of drug parapherna- sevenpriors and Mc-

Subscribe Today the neighborhood as a Douglas was arrest- lia, 37-year-old Joseph Mahon, with 15 priors Only $24 a Year! Only $24 a location where drugs Call 386-698-1644 were sold and subjects ed for possession of a McMahon was arrest- are all still being held with extensive crimi- controlled substance ed for possession of as of the time of pub- nal histories gatherto and drug parapherna- drug paraphernalia lication. use illegal drugs. lia, 41-year-old Jayson and contempt of court Inside Douglas was arrested and 34-year-old James YOUR ADDRESS HERE! YOUR For home delivery via the USPS. Church...... A5 Detectives located Editors Note: The heroin, methamphet- on three counts of pos- Burke for possession of preceding was a Pub- Community...... B3 amine, controlled nar- session of a controlled a controlled substance lic Information Release from the Putnam Coun- cotic painkillers, and substance, 31-year-old and drug parapherna- Crossword...... B4 Amanda Ward was ar- lia. ty Sheriff’s Office. The multiple items of drug Putnam County Couri- paraphernalia and rested on three counts Geary Douglas, who Faces & Places.....B1 of possession of a con- has five prior arrests, er Journal reminds our counterfeit money. readers these are al- trolled substance and and Childs, with four Opinion...... A2 The investigation is leged crimes and indi- continuing and no ad- two counts of violation priors were both re- viduals named in this Public Notices...... B4-5 ditional information is of probation, 37-year- leased later that day. release are innocent available at this time. old Justin Childs was Jayson Douglas, with until proven guilty in a Way Back When....A4 arrested on possession 11 priors, Ward, with court of law. A2 Courier Journal • Jan. 1, 2020 OPINION The wheelchair Where Government Watch Daris Howard City of Crescent City Did that City Commission Meeting January 9, 6 p.m. City Hall, 3 North Summit Street. Meets 2nd Thurs of the Jack had loved cars since he was young. Now that he was retired, he month. 386-698-2525 - www.CrescentCity-FL.com especially loved the cars from his youth, vintage or antique cars, they were Town Council of Welaka now called. Town Council Meeting, January 14, 6:00 p.m. The biggest and best antique car rally was coming up, and the minute the Zoning Board Meeting, Tuesday, January 14, 5:30 p.m. tickets became available, Jack purchased one. He could hardly wait for the Town Hall, Fourth Ave. Meets 2nd Tues of the month. big day. His ticket was going to be his Christmas present to himself. But just 386-467-9800. www.Welaka-FL.gov before the car show, he slipped and fell, putting him in a wheelchair. Town Council of Pomona Park Jack was not about to let that stop him. He had a son who lived in the town Town Council Meeting, January 14, 6 p.m. where the rally was being held. Jack was sure his son would be willing to “Know the ropes” Town Hall Council Chambers, 1775 US Hwy 17 S. take him to the show. He called to find out. [email protected] 386-649-4902 “David, if I can get down to your place, could you get me to the car rally?” It seems obvious Jack asked. www.PomonaPark.com that this expres- “Sure, Dad,” David replied. “I’d love to go to it with you, but I have to work Putnam County Board of County Commissioners sion derives from January 7, 9 a.m. Regular Meeting that day.” “That’s okay,” Jack replied. “If you can just get me there, I can spend the the need to sail- Meets second and fourth Tuesday in the Commission ors to know how to chambers, 2509 Crill Ave, Suite 100, Palatka. day, and then you can pick me up after work.” They worked out all the details. Jack would take the bus down to the town tie knots to secure 386-329-0205. rigging on sailing www.putnam-fl.com/bocc/ where David lived, arriving the night before the rally. Jack would stay at Putnam County School Board David’s house, and David would take him to the car rally on his way to work. boats. It may well January 7, at 6 p.m. Regular Meeting Jack checked with the bus line, and they were willing to help him on and have a nautical or- Meets the first and third Tuesday in the School Board off. They would also fold up his wheelchair and put it into the luggage igin - sailors cer- Meeting Room, 200 Reid Street, Palatka. 386-329- storage area. He was able to get a ride to the bus from a friend and was soon tainly did have to 0545. www.putnamschools.org settled in for the four-hour trip. David was waiting at the bus stop when learn which rope Jack arrived. David’s wife had a nice meal for them, then Jack retired early. raised which sail He wanted to be alert for the next day and not miss a second of it. and also had to Lane and Road Closures The next morning, after a robust breakfast, Jack was ready to go to the learn a myriad of Northeast Florida Road and Lane Closures through rally. David helped Jack into his car, and they were off. When they got to knots. January 3, 2020. There will be no construction or the rally, the doors were not yet open, and there was already a line. David However, there lane closures. Beginning January 2, 2020 there will helped Jack out of the car and into the wheelchair. is also a sugges- be construction in some locations no specifics have Jack knew David was supposed to be to work at eight. “David, you go to been announced by the FDOT at this time. tion that it comes work. I’ll be fine.” from the world “Don’t you want me to help you at least get into the rally?” of the theatre, Letters to the Editor Jack shook his head. “I’m in line. I’ve got my ticket. What could go wrong?” where ropes are With one last assurance, David went to work. David worked all day and also used, to raise then came back to get his father. But Jack wasn’t at the exhibit hall. Instead, scenery etc. Mema’s and Satsuma Rocks David found out Jack was across the street at the nursing home. As David The first known Dear Editor: helped Jack into his car, he asked how the day went. “What I want to know is who the idiot is who decided to build a nursing use of the expres- Carl Chase never met a stranger. Our father loved home next to an exhibit hall!” Jack said. sion in print is a people. Anywhere he went he left an impression. “Why?” David asked. figurative one, So, when he passed he had decided to donate his “When I got to the door and was going to show them my ticket, I couldn’t that is, one where body to the Shriner’s Children’s Hospital. find it. While I searched for it, someone decided I must have escaped from no actual rope is Instead of flowers we asked that toys be brought the nursing home. They wheeled me all the way there before I was able to being referred to. for that same hospital & Satsuma delivered. It comes in James Mema’s was one of Dads favorite places to eat. find my ticket. They still checked with the nursing home manager to make Skene’s travel They all knew him and set up a box right away to sure I hadn’t escaped before they took me back.” collect toys for those children. Within days the very “But you got back and went to the show all right, didn’t you?” David asked. mémoire Italian large box was overflowing with toys for all ages. “Yes, but there were more than a dozen times during the day that someone Journey, 1802: We want to thank Mema’s and Satsuma! thought I escaped. Sometimes they called the nursing home, and a staff I am a stranger member came, and sometimes the person thought they would be helpful and and... I beg you Carl’s Kids take me back themselves. I swear I spent half of my day trying to straighten to show me how I Pomona Park things out so I could stay in the exhibit.” ought to proceed... “Is that why you were at the nursing home when I picked you up?” David You know the asked. ropes and can give “Not totally,” Jack said. “There was one car I really wanted to ride in, so I me good advice. Please Teach may have let on to the owner that I’d escaped from the nursing home, hoping Dear Editor: Clearly, ‘know he would feel sorry for me and give me a ride back. Even though it was just the ropes’ must across the street, I figured he’d lengthen the ride around town, and I was have been in use I have not written an article for months as the right.” in some context ignorance, stupidity and lack of common sense “You let the car owner think you had come from the nursing home so he’d where real rope has been running rampant. In my personal life, give you a ride?” David asked in surprise. “Isn’t that sneaky?” I have made a concerted effort to stay away from “All I can say,” Jack replied, “is if a man is dealt a bad hand, he should use was being used be- political commentary, for I am but a small voice in it to his advantage.” fore Skene wrote the whole of the picture. his diary, but it It is with heavy heart and great regret that now seems that no one feel the necessity to repeat some of my thoughts. wrote it down. The First let me tell you who I am and what I believe; I Have you heard of... Laura Berardi first printed ex- believe in GOD and that there is a divine reason Production ample of ‘knowing for my being. Manager I believe in the United States Constitution, the the ropes’ which Bill Of Rights and most emphatically, the Rule of National Science Fiction Day alludes to a con- Law. When it comes to fiction writing, the stories are only limited by one’s text where actu- I am a citizen (an American) and the local, state imagination. And no matter what type of fiction stories you like, chances al rope would be and national governments owe me nothing. We are a few of them involve some sort of science fiction topics. If so, National present is in Rich- Americans pay for everything and the items we do Science Fiction Day on January 2 is the perfect day to celebrate this type ard H. Dana Jr’s receive from the government are not gifts. of story. Two years before We have preached, educated and cajoled people Science fiction touches so many different areas of literature that most the mast, 1840: to achieve and have an understanding of the word people can find one area that they love. Science fiction can include stories “The captain, who illegal. The Word means you are a criminal. Its based in space with aliens like “E.T.” or space battles like “Star Wars.” The had been on the means you absolutely have no legal rights. genre also can include time travel, such as H. G. Wells famous book, The Politicians are the scum of the earth. They lie, coast before and exaggerate the true, they are corrupt, self serving “Time Machine,” or the “Doctor Who” franchise. Even super hero movies ‘knew the ropes,’ and are bought and paid for their influence. can involve science fiction. After all, who would believe a talking raccoon took the steering Results; the people who live in a city, a county, as in “Guardians of the Galaxy” or the rock-like skin of the “Thing” in the oar” a state and the United States, you get nothing of “Fantastic Four” without the science fiction angle? That clearly has a value. Not even true or personal representation. So if you’re fascinated by the unknown and by the possibilities of what seafaring connec- Communism and Socialism are being taught in science can bring in the future, you probably would be – or already are – a tion, although it our schools and colleges, with no valuation of our fan of science fiction. And that’s why National Science Fiction Day is the appears to be us- freedom of speech and/or the exchange of ideas. perfect day to celebrate all of these different books, movies, and television ing the figurative If you are an educator, please teach, not only for shows. You may not love sci-fi enough to consume its stories every day, meaning of the a pay check, but to mold and create an individual but this special day is a great opportunity to spark your imagination! who believes in the United States of America and phrase, that is, American author and Boston University professor of biochemistry, Isaac our values as AMERICANS. ‘the captain was Dr. William Lockhart Asimov was born Isaak Yudovich Ozimov on January 2, 1920. He was knowledgeable’, Crescent City best known for his works of science fiction and his popular science books. but without any Isaac Asimov, whose works are followed by many, died on April 6, 1992. specific allusion to Considered a master of hard science fiction, Asimov, along with Robert ropes. Putnam County A. Heinlein and Arthur C. Clarke, was considered one of the “Big Three” There are also ear- science-fiction writers during his lifetime. The Foundation Series is ly citations that regarded as Asimov’s most outstanding piece. 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Wishing you a Happy New Year with the hope that you will The Putnam May the have many New Year be County filled with blessings in wonderful the year to Chamber of Putnam County adventures come. Board of and many Commerce Commissioners successes! Bill Pickens, District 1 wishes you Jeff Rawls, District 2 P&F Terry Turner, District 3 MINI Larry Harvey, District 4 WAREHOUSE a safe and STORAGE Buddy Goddard, District 5 Paradise Shores Road, Crescent City from the Putnam County Happy New — and — County Road 309, 3400 Crill Ave., Ste. 2 Fruitland Courier Journal Palatka Year! 386-328-1100 386-698-2002 A4 Courier Journal • Jan. 1, 2020 Our TOwn Years Ago... From the pages of... 74 years ago The following arti- ber one in energy con- conditions not condu- other factors are tak- cle appeared in the servation. cive to energy conser- en into consideration, January 11, 1946 - Notice to read- December 26, 1979 Crescent City Com- vation and is operat- such as high glass ar- ers - For several weeks the publication issue of the Courier munity School and the ing at a “much greater eas, older buildings was unable to be printed due to the Journal. The cam- efforts by John Milton, efficiency” than some with no insulation and inability to employ a printer. Duties pus is now known as Principal of the school, of the more modern several forms of heat- were shuffled and they were once Middleton-Burney El- to make the school en- schools. ing systems, the school again able to print. ementary School. ergy efficient were fea- A study conducted is ranked first in ener- tured in December’s by the Consortium in- gy efficiency in the sev- 49 years ago A few words from issue of Watt Watcher, dicated the average en county area. January 6, 1971 - Putnam to join home a publication of the cost per square foot, The North East Flor- malnutrition project - Putnam County North East Florida Ed- based on energy use, ida Educational Con- joined the Cooperative Extension Of the schools partici- ucational Consortium for the schools in the sortium and Teach- Service education program to help pre- pating the seven-coun- and Teacher Education seven-county program er Education Center vent malnutrition through education. ty North East Florida Center. was 50 cents and Cres- serves Baker, Brad- It was initiated in 13 Florida counties. Educational Consor- According to the first cent City Community ford, Flagler, Levy, tium and Teacher Ed- issue of the month- School’s cost was be- St. Johns and Union ucation Center, Cres- ly newsletter, Cres- low that average, at 42 County schools in ad- 25 years ago cent City Community cent City Community cents. dition to the Putnam January 4, 1995 - Tamburitzans back School is ranked num- School has overcome Milton explained when County School System. for 10th appearance - The internation- ally famous Tamburitzans of Duquesne University made an appearance at the Troop 957 Goes Camping Miller Intermediate School auditorium. Each year the group portrays a different East European culture. They sings songs and dress in traditional clothing.

10 years ago January 6, 2010 - Catholic charities brings toys to 482 children - Mr. and Mrs. Claus made a surprise visit to the St. John the Baptist Catholic Church to hand out over 400 toys donated from local areas such as Crescent City, St. Augustine, and Jacksonville. 5 years ago January 7, 2015 - Fletcher earns rank of Eagle Scout - Chase Fletcher received the rank of Eagle Scout for the Boy Scout Troop 245. He is the son of local Michael Fletcher and grandson of Buster and Judy Fletcher.

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Advertise your way to Success! Members of Troop 957 make breakfast over the fire while camping. (Photo by Natalie Corbett)

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Our scoutmas- ent. We used pineap- One of the things we Christ of Latter Day ter has a great way of ple with our apple fill- did this trip, like we al- Saints. If you want “2-Night Free Vacation!” making one man tin ing as our fruits and a ways do, is “Leave No more information foil dinners. He starts white cake mix. Then Trace” camping. We al- about scouts, please with cabbage. Then we poured pineapple ways clean up the area call 307-413-7723. 800-700- BOAT(2628)(2628) soda pop over the top we are camping in so it www.boatangel.com sponsored by boat angel outreach centers STOP CRIMES AGAINST CHILDREN Chapman’s Corner: Tech News Greetings fellow Super Mario Maker 2 Movies Category, these readers! First, I want (SMM2) for the switch. results are based off of to say from my family The crazed wanna be sales. Number three; 1 IN 3 ADULTS to yours, have a hap- plummer comes in Toy Story 4. Number HAS PREDIABETES. py new years and may on my list with num- two; The Lion King , 2020 bring you joy ber three. As one of and Number one; COULD BE YOU and happiness in the my personal favorites, Avengers: End Game. YOUR BARBER, new coming year! SMM2, you can put End Game was very YOUR BARBER’S As is tradition this your own twist on the surprising and I cried week, I will pick my classic. at the end a little bit, BARBER. Anthony Chapman Columnist choices for top three Number two on my but it gave a new hope games and movies and list is Call Of Duty: for the franchise as what made top three Modern Warfare. This well. in the box office for the new remake of the Toy Story 4 was a P&F year of 2019. game, gives you the very good movie, but MINI Starting off for the feel of the good old a good way to end the WAREHOUSE games category, com- days and good old series and the con- STORAGE ing in at number three Captain Price. A good nection Tom Hanks to game and a good one the character over the Eleven Different Sizes to give a shot. years. from 5’x5’ to 12’x20’ Number one on my The Lion King was a TWO LOCATIONS list is Luigi’s Mansion very good rendition of Behind In&Out on 3. I personally test- a classic, and just goes Paradise Shores Road, ed and reviewed this to show you the pow- Crescent City (includes fenced outside storage area) game. It was worth ers of technology. — and — every penny. It’s very This is my summa- WITH EARLY DIAGNOSIS, County Road 309, entertaining from the ry for 2019 and until PREDIABETES CAN BE REVERSED. Fruitland start to the end, abso- next year, stay epic! TAKE THE RISK TEST. lutely amazing! DoIHavePrediabetes.org 386-698-2002 Moving onto the Jan. 1, 2020 • Courier Journal A5 Church A calling of holiness in 2020. While all of these ful of how we present our- contrary, we should strive ideas are great there is one selves. to reach others in a Godly resolution that we should “For God hath not called manner so that they also all make and stick to. us unto uncleanness, but come to know the Lord. If you are a born-again unto holiness” (1 Thessa- We should feed and clothe believer in Christ, remem- lonians 4:7). To be holy is those in need, console ber who called you and to be separate. We are not the broken hearted, and what you are called to do. called to walk as the world provide for those less for- Richard Thomas In first Thessalonians walks, but to walk accord- tunate than us. But the Word of Faith chapter 4, the Apostle Paul ing to the Spirit which entire time we do these = Crescent City = Bible Church implores us to know how abides in us. We should things we should preach Episcopal Church of the Holy Comforter.... 386-698-1983 we should walk with the forsake our fleshly desires. the gospel so that they can Pastor’s Pen 223 N. Summit St. Lord daily. Our personal Today there are many share in the gift of ever- Sun Worship 11 am • Evening Prayer Wed 6pm With the new year upon relationship is the most who profess Christianity lasting life as we do. Other- us I am sure there are important relationship yet still walk as though wise our efforts are in vain. First Baptist Church of Crescent City...... 386-698-1578 many who have made their there is, and it should be they are no different than Let us make this new year 101 S. Summit St. resolutions that they sin- cultivated. It is not some- the rest of the world. The more about Jesus, and Sunday School 9:45 am • Worship 11 am • Worship 6 pm • AWANA Wed at 6:25 p.m. cerely intend to keep. How- thing we come into and fact is, that Christians are less about us. Let us walk ever, if you are like most then forget about. different. We are saved and according to our calling First Presbyterian Church...... 386-698-2117 people, these resolutions We should grow in our have eternal life in heaven and show the genuine love 301 Cypress Ave. will be dissolved before relationship and live in a because of our faith in the of Christ. Let us spread the Worship 9 am • Adult Bible Study 10:30 am February. way that is pleasing unto Lord Jesus Christ. gospel and help grow His Perhaps you have com- Jesus and that glorifies, We have the knowledge kingdom. Howe Memorial United Methodist Church.....386-698-2635 mitted to a new diet or honors and praises God. that Jesus has been res- Be resolute this year to be 252 S. Summit St. exercise regimen. Maybe Understanding that we urrected and sits with holy even as He is holy. If Sunday School 9:30 am • Worship 11 am *Nursery Available you have purposed in your were once lost in our sins the Father in Heaven and you are not a born-again heart that you will save but now we are saved from one day soon He is com- Christian then make today Mt. Tabor First Baptist Church - South Putnam Campus money this year, or you death by His atoning blood ing back. But being holy the day. It is a resolution 608 Randolph Street are now devoted to being on the cross at Calvary, we doesn’t mean you look that has the promise. Hap- Worship 12 pm • Tuesday Prayer Meeting & Bible Study 7 pm. a better person starting should therefore be mind- down upon others. On the py New Year! St. John the Baptist Catholic Church...... 386-698-2055 2725 S. Hwy. 17 Sat. Vigil - 4 pm English • 6 pm Spanish Obituaries Sunday. Mass - 8 & 9:30 am English., 12 pm Spanish Mass PALATKA lifting everyone’s spirits. lia Summerlin and Mary E. Hodges; her precious Word of Faith Bible Church...... 386-698-4643 Brian R. Drawdy She also enjoyed crafts, Edith Saxby. son, David Michael (Mike) 2708 S. Hwy. 17 Brian R. Drawdy, 49, of sewing, cross stitch, mak- Surviving are his wife Hodges; eight brothers; Sunday School 10 am • Worship 11 am and 6 pm Palatka passed ing shirts and other kinds of 52 years, Janice Wa- one sister and many loved away Thursday, of clothing, and going to ters Wall of San Mateo; ones. = Georgetown = Dec. 26, 2019 Biloxi, Miss. a daughter and son-in- She is survived by one at Putnam Com- She has gone to join her law, Becky and Crosby sister, Merleen Page of Georgetown United Methodist Church...... 386-467-8855 munity Medical mother, Thelma S. Upson; Enfinger of Satsuma; four Plant City. 1448 CR 309 Center following a brief her father, James A. Up- grandchildren, Brandon Services will be held Sat- Adult Sunday School 8:30 am • Worship 9:00 am illness. son; and her loving son, Gett of Satsuma; Melay- urday, Jan. 4, at Church = Lake Como = Brian was born in New James H. “Gator” Harri- nah Gett (Leavell Brock) of the Heights, 2400 St. York and had been a life- son. of Satsuma, Jarrett Gett Johns Avenue, Palatka. Lake Como Community of Hope...... 386-336-8291 long resident of Putnam Surviving are a daughter of Bostwick, and Michael The family will receive 126 Highland Ave County growing up in and son-in-law, Patricia Blackwell, Jr. of Satsuma; those attending beginning Worship 11 am • Sunday Class 9:30 a.m. • Wed. Bible Study 2 pm Palatka and later moving and Kevin Richardson of three great grandchildren, at 11 a.m.; followed by = Palatka = to Bardin. He was a 1989 Melrose; a granddaughter Sarina, Saharra, and the service at 12 p.m.. graduate of Palatka High and spouse, Misti Mari Summer; the mother of Pastor Jeff Sellers will be Mt. Tabor First Baptist Church - Main Campus School and had worked as and Stephen Terry of Mel- his great grandchildren, officiating. Burial will fol- 4909 St. Johns Avenue a log truck driver. He was rose; and six great-grand- Kaylee Hager of Waldo; low in Palatka Memorial Worship 7:45 & 10:30 am • Wed. Prayer Meeting & Bible Study 12 & 6 pm. a member of Midway Bap- children, Lily, Jazmine, and numerous nieces, Gardens. tist Church in Bardin and Natalie, Trinity, Zachary nephews and cousins. Memories and condolenc- = Pomona Park = enjoyed hunting, fishing, and Gracie. Memorial services were es may be expressed to First Baptist Church of Pomona Park...... 386-649-4265 riding his motorcycle, and Services were held at 1 held at 12 p.m. Saturday, the family at Myrt’s Book 112 Holly Ave. especially spending time p.m. Friday, Dec. 27 at Dec. 28 at Hillcrest Baptist of Memories page at www. Sun. School 9:45 am • Worship 11 am & 6 pm • Wed. Service 6:30 pm with family. Masters Funeral Home in Church with Pastor Willie johnsonoverturffunerals. He was preceded in death Palatka. Burial followed in McKinnon officiating. The com. Pilgrim Congregational Church of Pomona Park..386-649-8467 by his parents, Clay- Satsuma Cemetery. The family received friends at Arrangements were en- 111 West Main Street (SR 308B) - Sunday Worship Service & Chil- ton and Judy Drawdy; a family received friends at the church one hour prior trusted to Johnson-Over- dren’s Church 11-12 p.m. • Pastor’s Bible Study 10-10:45 on Sunday daughter, Ashley Drawdy; 12 p.m. the day of the to the service. turf Funeral Home in and a brother, Chris service. Memorial gifts in Bill’s Palatka. = Satsuma = Drawdy. Memorial gifts may be memory may be made to Surviving are his wife of sent to Bread of Life, C/O Hillcrest Baptist Church Johnson-Overturf Hope Lutheran Church...... 386-649-0631 10 years, Traci Drawdy First Presbyterian Church, for the building fund, 2009 Funeral Home 273 CR 309 of Bardin; a son and 123 S. 2nd St., Palatka, President Street, Palatka, 386-325-4521 ELCA Worship Sun. 10 a.m. • Adult Bible Study Wed. 10 a.m. daughter-in-law, Brian FL 32177 or Satsuma FL 32177. CRESCENT CITY = = J. and Kendall Drawdy of Fire Dept., P.O. Box 125, Messages of encourage- Lana J. Sprague Welaka Palatka; a step-son and Satsuma, FL 32189 or ment or sympathy may Lana Jean Sprague, 68, spouse, Brandon and Veterans of Foreign Wars, be expressed in his on- passed away at Welaka United Methodist Church...... 386-467-2336 Cortney Register of East Post 3349, 3201 Reid St., line guestbook at www. Flagler Hospital Wednesday Bible Study 11 am • Worship 11 am Palatka; a step-daughter, Palatka, FL 32177. Friends themastersfuneralhomes. in St. Augustine Madison Whisenant and may sign the online regis- com. Wednesday eve- fianceé, Shelby Gore of ter at www.themastersfu- Masters Funeral Home of ning, Nov. 27, Palatka; two brothers and neralhomes.com. Palatka was in charge of 2019. sister-in-law, Curtis and Masters Funeral Home of arrangements. She was born in Neenah, Amber Drawdy of Bardin, Palatka was in charge of Masters Funeral Home Wis. and came to live in and Josh Drawdy of Bar- arrangements. Palatka the Crescent City area 15 din; a sister, Lynette Mor- years ago from Neenah, gan of Palatka; and two Masters Funeral Home 386-325-4564 Wis. While in Wisconsin grandchildren, Savannah Palatka PALATKA she worked at OshKosh Drawdy and Allie Register. 386-325-4564 Myrthel M. Hodges and Anchor Foods. Local- Services will be at a later SAN MATEO Myrthel Marie “Myrt” ly she was the manag- date. Bill Wall Hodges, 86, of er of Bass Capital Mobile Messages of encourage- William W. “Bill” Wall, Palatka, joined Home and RV Park. She ment or sympathy may 76, of San Mateo the faithful in enjoyed caring for all of be expressed in his on- passed away heaven on Dec. the residents at the mobile line guestbook at www. Friday, Dec. 20, 19, 2019, at home park and she loved themastersfuneralhomes. 2019 at Bailey her daughter’s home in to shop. com. Memorial donations Center for Caring Lakeland with her children She was preceded in may be made to Masters in St. Augustine following by her side. death by her husband Funeral Home, 3015 Crill an extended illness. Myrt, as she was known Richard; her parents, Har- Ave., Palatka, FL 32177. Bill was born in Palatka by family and friends, was vey and Frances Brunn Masters Funeral Home of and was a life-long res- born and raised on her Knipfel; a stepson, Lou- Palatka was in charge of ident of Putnam Coun- family’s farm in Pleas- is Sprague; a brother-in- arrangements. ty. He grew up in East ant Grove. She moved law, Bill Beyer and cousin, Masters Funeral Home Palatka and was a 1962 to Palatka in 1950 and Mary LeBeau. Palatka graduate of Palatka Se- worked at Monty’s Café, She is survived by her sis- nior High School. He had where she met David Hodg- ter, Sandra Beyer of Neen- 386-325-4564 worked at Georgia Pacif- es, her soon to be hus- ah, Wis.; stepsons, Jerry SATSUMA ic for 44 years and had band. She became a stay- (Chris) Walker of Kenosha, Sandra U. Harrison worked his way up as a at-home mom and proudly Wis., Clayton W. Sprague of Got Sandra U. “Sandie” Har- digester control room op- raised their four children: Las Vegas, Nev.; and Rich- rison, 83, of erator. He also served in Mike (Linda) Hodges, ard W. (Tammy) Sprague Hermit’s Cove in the National Guard. In his Cathy (Harvey) Campbell, of Bryant, Wis.; a “sister Satsuma passed younger years he had been Jeff (Chris) Hodges, Patti from another mother,” away at her active in the Palatka Jay- (Kevin) Brown. Tammy of N.Y.; “adopted daughter’s home Satur- cees and the Lions Break- She began working at E. mother,” Gracie Burnham day, Dec. 21, 2019 follow- fast Club. He was ordained H. Miller School as a teach- of N.Y. and Fla. and aunt/ ing a brief illness. as a Deacon at the former ing assistant, where she god-mother, Bernice Bod- Sandie was born in West- Lemon Heights Baptist lovingly taught and cared de of Lansing, Kan.; nieces field, Mass. and was raised Church in Palatka, had for her students. The years and nephews, Troy Beyer, in Miami. She worked as served as a Deacon at First that followed filled her life Tammy Hoffstatter, Tan- a dispatcher and commu- Baptist Church in Palatka, with great joy as she be- ya (Kons) Campbell and Hope? nications officer for 27 and was also a member came the grandmother Travis Beyer; great nieces years. For 10 years she and Deacon Emeritus of of 15: Scott and Robin and nephews, Dylan and worked for the city of Mi- Hillcrest Baptist Church Hodges, Christopher, Kel- Amara Hoffstatter, Cresha ami, then for four years in Palatka. He was a mem- ly, and Daniel Campbell, (Peter) Cheng, Corissa and for Walton County Sheriff’s ber of the Pulp and Paper Josh, Jared, Jeffrey, Kayla Conan Kons and Tristan, Department in DeFuniak Makers Union. In earli- and Kyndall Hodges, Ash- Ethan and Aspen Bey- Springs and she complet- er years he had enjoyed ley, Tim, Lane, Amy, and er. Many other cousins, ed her career with the fishing. He was a Civil Drew Brown. She contin- relatives and cherished Putnam County Sheriff’s War buff and enjoyed Star ued to be blessed by 18 friends. Last but not least, Department in 1993 with Wars movies, traveling and great-grandchildren. her furry friend, “Goldie.” 13 years of service. reading. He doted on his Myrt was an active mem- A memorial service hon- She used to be a girl great grandbabies. He was ber of the First Assembly oring Lana’s life was held scout leader and was a loving husband, father, of God Church for over 30 on Saturday, Dec. 28 at award a plaque for her brother, grandfather, and years. She loved to travel 12 p.m. leadership. She had been great-grandfather who was and visited many different Arrangements were en- an active member of the a good provider for his countries in her lifetime. trusted to Clayton Frank Hermit’s Cove Community family. She was much loved and & Biggs Funeral Home, Club where she worked in He was preceded in death cherished by her children, Crescent City. the kitchen during bin- by his parents, Watis and her family, and friends. go games and earned the Pearl Wall; two brothers, She will be dearly missed. Clayton Frank & Biggs title of “Sunshine Lady” W.D. Wall and Miller Wall; Going on to heaven before because she was always and two sisters, Darthu- her were her beloved hus- Funeral Home smiling, joking around and band of 33 years, David 386-698-1621 Jan. 1, 2020 • Courier Journal A6

Thank you for As the New your support. We look forward to Parker Wishing you Happy Year dawns, serving Wishing every day we hope it you in the coming House of the new year a happy year. 143 Summit St is filled with from the Crescent City to be filled with and healthy New Year 386-698-2397 the promises Town of Bar Open New success, happiness New Year. from of a brighter Welaka Year’s Day! and prosperity tomorrow. for you, happy new Crescent City Happy New Council Hill’s Cow year. Hardware K e n n e l I n c . Year! & Staff Catcher 386-698-2777 Tim Smith J-B Glass LLC www.cckennel.us Pomona Park Clerk of Courts Lounge 3704 Unit 4 Oakwood Ave Open Daily 410 St. Johns Ave Se Habla Espanol 1712 Hwy 17 Palatka 386-649-5479 Palatka Pomona Park 1952 S. US Highway 17 386-326-7600 386-649-4429 Crescent City, FL 32112 386-937-0111 It’s that time of year again! As the final tick of the Wishing you clock strikes on 2019, we a Happy New would like to wish you and your family a safe and Year with the Happy New Year! Happy hope that you Our promise is to will have many continue our mission serving our communities Newyear! blessings in with courage and honor the year to throughout the year. From all of us at We ask everyone to come. please celebrate respon- sibly when ringing in the New Year!

Sheriff H.D. “Gator” DeLoach 307 S. Palm Ave Palatka 386-325-4521

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Ettel has been a civilian trainer for more than 25 years. He began his civilian presenta- tions as a highly sought after and G.A. Teske very entertaining alcohol and drug Staff Writer presenter. He was actively involved with MADD (Mothers Against Late last month, Palatka native, Drunk Driving) and presented for Stacy Ettel, served as Master of Cer- more than 10 years for the organi- emonies at the Compassion Care zation. Banquet for the Putnam County He also worked for the National Medical Mission. Ettel has been Safety Council for many years as a serving in some capacity his entire defensive driving instructor, teach- life. He graduated from Palatka ing many civilian driving classes. High School in 1987. Ettel is a highly sought after speak- Ettel began his young adult life in er for many law enforcement con- the Navy as a navigator on a Navy ferences around the country, and Frigate. Motivated by the DUI death he is currently a leadership train- of his own parents, Ettel went on to er for Watchguard Video, SafeTac college to become a police officer. Training, and a partner in the Blue Rhoda Deno, Stacy Ettel, Sandra Mayo, and Martha Ettel at After finishing his tour in the Navy Sentinel Group. He is still active the Compassion Care Banquet. he met and married Martha, who in law enforcement as a part time (Photo by G.A. Teske) is now the Interim Executive Direc- aviation deputy in Florida. tor of the Putnam County Medical Ettel was one of two St. Johns to the ground thanks to lift that humanitarian trips to places like Mission. County deputies who were briefly is produced by fast-moving rotor Haiti. They also volunteer with the In 1993, at the age of 23, he be- hospitalized on Wednesday, March blades, even after engine failure. Florida Southern Baptist Disaster gan what would be a remarkable 13, 2019 after a sheriff’s office heli- Not only did Bellamy have to land Relief, lending their time to help career at the University of Florida copter made an emergency landing without power, he had to navigate those who’ve gone through tragedy, Police Department. He made ser- on the 17th fairway of the Dye’s the helicopter around obstacles. and he is also a trainer for Safe and geant in just three years, and be- Valley Course at TPC Sawgrass in “He had to fly this helicopter over Secure Churches. gan training and teaching early on. Ponte Vedra Beach. It happened a bunch of power lines that are “I retired from law enforcement He did undercover work, mountain in the early evening at the course, probably almost 100 feet in the in 2019,” Ettel said. “After that I bike training, was heavily involved which wasn’t open at the time, air,” Cline said. “He had to clear transitioned to working full time with MADD, and then took over near 7 Mile Drive and Tournament those then clear an oak tree and for XV Enterprises. I handle all the the security for the school athletes. Players Club Boulevard. then bring it in on autorotation personal affairs of Tim Tebow as Soon he gained the trust of the According to the Sheriff’s Office right onto the fairway.” part of my duties.” football program leaders, and no- report, the helicopter, pilot and Bellamy and his co-pilot, Deputy Ettel has been a very success- tably Coach Urban Meyer. co-pilot were on patrol flying the Stacy Ettel, were out of the aircraft ful and sought after motivation- “I worked with Coach Meyer for perimeter of The Players Champi- and walking around. Ettel had sev- al speaker for numerous groups six years,” Ettel said. “That’s when onship at about 1,100 feet in the eral cuts to one of his lower legs. and organizations for a number I met Tim Tebow. I can remember air. when the pilot realized there Both were taken to Beaches Bap- of years. If you would like to con- when he came in as a freshman was a mechanical issue and need- tist Hospital for evaluation. tact him about presenting for your in 2006. Ever since I’ve know him ed to set the Bell OH-58 on the According to the Sheriff’s Office group, you can reach him at 352- he’s always been the same. He is ground. report, there was visible structural 494-8606. everything that you see on televi- Undersheriff Matt Cline said the damage to the helicopter. G.A. Teske, author of four fanta- sion.” pilot, Deputy Matthew Bellamy, Stacy Ettel had been working as sy novels and an upcoming young During his 17-year career at was able to put the helicopter, a deputy in Florida for four years. adult historical fiction novel. Find UFPD, Ettel was named Officer of known as Air-1, in autorotation He keeps a low profile, like most out more at www.geraldateske. the Year early in his career and and land safely on an open area of officers, serving his community un- com. Email: [email protected] began teaching career early on. the golf course with no trees. selfishly. and on Facebook: Dunn’s Creek Stacy was rapidly promoted and Autorotation is the process of al- He and his wife, Martha, cycle to- Fantasy Productions, LLC. became the lead trainer for his lowing the helicopter to safely glide gether on bike tours participate in Holiday bags for heroes Chris Herren comes to Putnam Special to the Courier Journal

Putnam Community Medical Center and the HCA North Florida Di- vision have partnered with other area donors to bring Chris Herren to Putnam County in January, 2020. Herren is a former NBA player and found- er of the Herren Proj- ect, Herren Wellness and Herren Talks. He has been featured in (Photo special to the Courier Journal) his Emmy-nominated ESPN documentary memoir, “Basketball to share his story with “Unguarded” as well as Junkie,” the Em- the community and the more recent doc- my-nominated ESPN area schools on Jan- umentary “The First Films documentar y, uary 14 and 15. He Day.” Herren has also “Unguarded” and in will speak at Putnam been featured in vari- countless local, na- County High Schools ous national publica- tional and internation- on the days of the 14th The New tions across the United al stories by and 15th, and share York Times, The Boston States. his message with par- Globe Sports Illus- An extraordinary bas- and ents and the public on trated, ketball player, Chris among others. Jan. 14 at 6 p.m. at the Herren was a celebrat- Through Herren Talks, C.L. Overturf School ed star in his native Chris has spoken to Auditorium. Fall River, MA be- over 1 million students “Chris speaks to an is- fore graduating high and community mem- sue that is facing many school. He went on to bers, sparking honest across this country play at Boston College discussions about sub- and we are happy to be and Fresno State, two stance use disorder able to provide his in- seasons in the NBA – and wellness. spiration and story to including one with his In 2011, Chris grew our community.” CEO hometown team, the his vision of support for of Putnam Community Boston Celtics – and others when he found- Medical Center, Mark seven seasons over- ed the nonprofit Her- Dooley said, “Since first seas before losing it all ren Project. Through meeting him in 2016, I to the disease of addic- the organization, Chris have been amazed to tion. and his team empow- watch how he person- Listeners of local radio station 91.3 Hope FM helped fill gift er schools and com- ally connects with so bags with items to share Christmas cheer with local veterans. With the unwavering support of his family munities to make many in his audience. They were delivered to nursing homes, hospice organizations, and friends, Chris has healthy choices, while I am confident that his other medical facilities, as well as some homes, to veterans been sober since Au- also guiding families story and example will in the hopes of offering a little Christmas cheer to those who gust 1, 2008, and he through recovery. impact someone’s life now shares his story In 2018, Chris also in a positive way and sacrificed so much for our freedom. founded Herren Well- that is key to our mis- The program was a combined effort of 91.3 Hope FM and John- with the goal of making a positive difference in ness, a residential sion: Above all else, we son-Overturf Funeral Home. the lives of others. health and wellness are committed to the (Pictured) Bags being received by Jackie Carmichael of Com- His recovery journey program that helps care and improvement munity Hospice, by Hope FM mid-day DJ Ricky Bybee. has been document- guests lead healthy, of human life.” ed in the bestselling substance-free lives. (Photo by Hope FM) Herren will be in town B2 Courier Journal • Jan. 1, 2020 Our community. Our people. All local.

Meet up for the Cannon Springs paddle CHARITABLE struggling with drug addiction CRUISERS 1st & 3rd Mon. 7p.m. get them the help they need. Every 4th Sat. 5-8 p.m. 318 Osceola St, Palatka at Eureka Springs Boat ramp on Jan 4. at ORGANIZATIONS Call for a free brochure on 900 Block, St. Johns Ave 386-325-5295 11 a.m. Because they will be endings at Hog COMMUNITY THRIFT SHOP the signs of addiction for all Palatka PUTNAM COUNTY Tues. & Thurs. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. drugs. Narconon also offers BASS CAPITAL VFW POST SHRINE CLUB Valley, there will be some shuttling. It is the Corner Lemon and Main. behind free screenings and referrals. 10177 Fri. 14 oz Top Sirloin, Baked Howe Methodist Church - Cres- 800-431-1754 or DrugAbuse- 3rd Thursday, 6:30 p.m. potato, & salad $15 unique opportunity to see Cannon Springs cent City Solution.com. Narconon can Meets at F.O.E. Eagles Yelvington Rd, East Palatka since they are in the middle of the Rodman S.A.F.E. of Putnam County help you take steps to over- 110Shrine Club Rd 386-325-8020 Adoptions by Appointment Only come addiction in your family. Lake Como SCHOOL ADVISORY drawdown. Bring a life preserver and a whis- 112 Normal St. Hollister Call today for free screenings BOY SCOUTS TROOP COUNCIL 1st Tues. 2 p.m. tle. If you need a kayak, please let us know - 904-325-0196 or 904-460- or referrals 1-800-431-1754. #957 Meetings: CUB SCOUTS PACk 957 CCJSHS, Media Center [email protected]. Pad- 0556 Boy Scouts Wed 6 p.m. 386-698-1629 S.A.F.E. Adoption Center Mon. and Wed at 7 p.m. at Grace Fellowship in Palatka Cub Scouts 2nd & 4th Wed WELAkA DUPLICATE dle leader is Sam Carr - 386-937-3901. 819 S Moody Road Palatka 4 p.m. ASSISTANCE FOR BRIDgE The Florida Department of Agriculture is Open Daily 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Church of Jesus Christ of Friday, 10 a.m. MT. CARMEL COMMUNITY FLORIDA SERVICES Latter Day Saints Welaka Woman’s Club Tues. 10 a.m. 2376 S US Highway 17 386-467-8472 having an essay contest regarding “Flor- RESOURCE CENTER INC. Trinity Episcopal Church Mon. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Crescent City Lessons Available ida’s Agriculture History” for 4th through 204 State Rd 26 – Melrose 307-413-7723 400 East Oak St, Palatka 24 Hr. Hot-line 352-475-2177 SOUTH PUTNAM 386-937-2447 / 916-9556 CREATE! ARTISTS’ gUILD 12th graders. The winner will receive a CELEBRATE RECOVERY WOMAN’S CLUB PALATkA CHRISTIAN OF NORTH FLORIDA 3rd Mon. 6:30 p.m. $1,000 scholarship. Essay must be submit- at. 7:15 p.m. SERVICE CENTER Dunns Creek Baptist Church 4th Sat. 10:30 a.m. Culver Room Mon. – Fri. 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. 386-328-8650 Larimer Art Center Crescent City Public Library ted by Jan. 10. For more information go to 2600 Peters St. – Palatka 216 Reid St. – Palatka 386-698-3556 www.fdacs.gov/AgHistoryAward. 386-328-0984 PALS CRESCENT CITY ST. JOHN CATHOLIC SECOND TIME AROUND SHOP (People Adjusting to Limited MOOSE LODgE CHURCH CARD PARTY The Life Half Marathon and 5K will be on Tues. 12-4, Thurs. 8-12 Sight) US 17 South Crescent City 3rd Thurs. 10 p.m. $4 Lunch Jan 18 from 3-8:30 p.m. at Coventry Oaks Community of Hope Church PALS is no longer holding 386-649-0745 Hwy 20 – Interlachen Reopened on Nov. 5 meetings. CRESCENT CITY ROTARY SUNDAY DINNER Farm, 104 Springside Cutoff Rd, Palatka. The 126 Highlands Ave, Lake Como LEE CONLEE HOUSE CLUB 1st & 2nd Sun. 11:30 a.m. event includes a barbecue chicken dinner SOUTH PUTNAM Victim Advocate available in Tuesday Bass Capital Shrine Club CHRISTIAN SERVICE CENTER Crescent City by appointment. at 6-7 p.m. 386-467-3102 and music by Possum Trot. For more informa- Tues. & Thurs. 10 a.m. – 1:30 To schedule an appointment at Water’s Edge THE HEART OF p.m. please call 386-546-7675 125 Central Ave #2603 PUTNAM COALITION tion check out their event page https://www. 219 N. Summit St.Crescent City 24 hr hotline 386-325-3141 or Crescent City 3rd Thurs. – 11 a.m. facebook.com/events/698924353930122. 386- 698-1944 1-800-500-1119 FRATERNAL ORDER OF Palatka Christian Service THRIFT STORE QUIVANNO PROBIOTICS EAgLES INTERLACHEN Center Planning is well underway for the 10th Mon. & Thurs. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. WORkSHOP Weekdays 4 p.m. Social 820 Reid St – Palatka Annual Palatka Classic Airplane and Car Sat. 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. 3rd Mon. 5:30 p.m. Room Happy Hr. 386-328-0984 4th Mon. – Bag Day Monahan Chiropractic Tues. 5 pm Hamburgers US COAST gUARD Show. Don’t miss it! Jan. 25 from 9 a.m. - 4 St. Vincent DePaul Medical Clinic Tues. 7 p.m. Bingo AUXILIARY MEETINg 515 Central Avenue 905 St. Johns Ave, Palatka State Rd 20 – Interlachen 3rd Thurs. 7 p.m. p.m. It’s been called “the fly-In & car show Downtown Crescent City SENIOR FRIENDS CENTER 386-684-3252 Men & Women needed to you might have missed, but shouldn’t have!” Your Organization Name Mon. 11 a.m. Yoga FRATERNAL ORDER assist w/ homeland security & Here Tues. 1 - 3 p.m. Bingo OF EAgLES 4355 boating safety The City of Palatka and the Palatka Police If you would like your organi- Wed. 12-3 p.m. Card Games Sat. 8 p.m. Band VFW Meeting Hall zation listed in this directory Fri. 1 - 3 p.m. Bingo Sun. 4 p.m. Karaoke SR 100 & Palm Ave Palatka Athletic League presents a Charity Golf please give us a call at 386- 3rd Thursday Covered Dinner Mon. 7:30 p.m. Darts 684-6543 Tournament on Jan. 25 with registration 698-1644 or email First Friday Fun Day 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Tues. & Wed. 1 p.m. Pinochle US VETERANS POST 104 [email protected] Butler Bldg Conf. 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Open first three Mondays of SENIOR CENTER Crescent City the month Tues. 10 a.m. Seniors vs Crime 386-916-2176 MISCELLANEOUS For more information go to their website at College Park Baptist Church Wed .1:30 p.m. Cane Fu Les- HISTORIC CENTRAL ACADEMY BEEkEEPERS OF www.rivercityplayerspalatka.org. 386-269-9786 sons ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Wed. 12:30 Paint Class $7 mo. 3rd Mon. 5:30 p.m. PUTNAM COUNTY The fifth annual Rodeheaver Boy’s Ranch Mon. 7 p.m. Call 386-329-0469 Preservation & Community 3rd Tues. 5:30 p.m. Church of the Holy Comforter TOPS FLORIDA #435 Welaka Development Inc. Putnam County Clay Target Shoot will take place on Feb. 223 N. Summit St. Crescent Tues. 9 a.m. Supporters Meeting Palatka Ag Center – East Palatka Contact Mickie 8 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Palatka City First Baptist Church of Welaka INTERLACHEN 24 Hr. Hot-line C. R. 309 -386-467-8935 LIONS CLUB 684-0902 / 904-692-4238 1-904-399-8535 VIOLENCE INTERVENTION & 1st & 3rd Tues. 7 p.m. Beekeepersofputnamcounty. 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Carla Fisher and Barb Altman were with Director Soncee Green of Crestwood Nursing Center with gifts for the residents from the Putnam Republican Club. The Putnam Republican Club meets monthly at Beef ‘O’ Brady’s in Palatka. Gallery Reception The Arts Council of Greater Palatka is pleased to invite you to our next Gallery Exhibit “Life is Art” by Judi Cain. Please join us on Friday, Jan. 10 at the Larimer Arts Center Located at 216 Reid St., Palatka, FL. From 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Show is free and open to the public and light refreshments will be Carla Fisher, Barb Altman, and Lakewood Nursing Center director available. For more information email [email protected] or call Soncee Green with gifts for the residents. 386-328-8998 Kudos to Troop 957 So proud of Troop 957 of the Boy Scouts of America for helping clean up Lake Stella. They accomplished this task using kayaks, wading in the water and cleaning up around the lake as well. The troop was given an appreciation award by Mayor Peterson at December’s city commission meeting. Save the Date There are two events coming up that you might want to put on your social calendar. First up is “A Black Tie Affair” to be held Jan. 25 at 6 p.m. and will be presented by the GFWC Crescent City Woman’s Club at 604 North Summit Street, Crescent City and featuring music and entertainment by Nina Cathey Albert. A silent auction and heavy hors d’oeuvres are included for $25 per person. Next is “A Night in the Theater” by Lawrence Casler, to be held Feb. 7 and 8 at 6 p.m., presented by The Purple Plum Playhouse at the Howe Memorial Fellowship Hall, 252 Summit Street, Crescent City. Hoods for Heroes Crescent City Mayor Brett Peterson with Troop 957 who performed a The Woman’s Club of Palatka worked with Hoods for Heroes to bring service for the city by cleaning up Lake Stella. $3,250 worth of specialty hoods for the 26 firefighters of the Palatka Fire Department on Dec. 19 at their clubhouse. The hoods are a more effective barrier against cancer causing chemi- cals. Firefighters have a nine percent higher risk of developing cancer and a 14 percent higher risk from dying from cancer. Hoods For Heroes receives donations from individuals and organizations like GFWC Woman’s Club of Palatka to purchase the hoods, which are then awarded through a grant process to firefighters. For more information about this program you can visit their website at www.hoodsforheroes.org. A Satsuma Christmas A toy drive was held in memory of Carl Chase, who died in early No- vember. The Satsuma area came out and overfilled the donation box at Mema’s, which were donated to the Shriners Children’s Hospital. One Book One Putnam Dec. 11, 2019 • Courier Journal A6 The official Kick-Off for One Book will be held Thursday, Jan. 16 at 5:30 p.m. at the Palatka Golf Course with special guests including Whitney Laboratory of Marine Bioscience (UF). Sunrise Rotary Club will be catering the refreshments again. Obits from page A5 There will also be book discussions, special guests, contests, and Firefighters of the Palatka Fire Department with the hoods given to other special events at the libraries January through February. The them by Hoods for Heroes. season will conclude Tuesday, March 10 at 5:30 p.m. at the GFWC tive member of the sonic rites will be Woman’s Club of Palatka with a staged reading by the group Readers’ Shriners Motor bestowed by the Free Raider NationRepertory of Palatka. For more information,News contact Jeremy Yates at Corps in the 1960s & Accepted Masons From [email protected]. 11 to December 17 Genealogy and 1970s. Also a of Florida and mili- Spark! Genealogy Workshop for absolute beginners. Let’s spark some life time member tary honors will be interest, passion, and curiosity about our past! Learn some of the absolute basics about how to get started on your genealogy journey of both the Azan bestowed by the U.S. with the Putnam County Archives. Shrine Temple and Navy. Following the No technical jargon, no judgment, no pressure, just a fun and friendly learning atmosphere! On Monday, Jan. 13 at 5 p.m. at the Palatka VFW. Most recently services, a Celebra- Library, they’re talking newspapers and microfilm and all the helpful a member of Loyal tion of Life will take things you can learn from them. Order of Moose. place at his home in Carl enjoyed NA- Satsuma.

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LEGAL NOTICE such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder ONLINE Solution NOTICE OF APPLICATION at www.putnam.realtaxdeed.com on is on B2. FOR TAX DEED the 15th day of January, 2020, at 10:00 A.M. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIFTY STAR INVESTMENTS INC. Dated this 22nd day of November, rossword uzzle 2019 C P the holder of the following certificate has filed said certificate for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The TIM SMITH certificate number and year of issu- CLERK, CIRCUIT COURT ance, the description of the proper- PUTNAM COUNTY, FLORIDA ty, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: (SEAL) By: /s/ Debbie Wilkinson Certificate Number 0049392 Deputy Clerk

Year of Issuance 2015 You can find more information Description of Property: online at www.putnam-fl.com/tax- deeds/list.html. PARADISE LAKES S/D UNIT 2, MB5 P39 BLK 59 LOTS 20 21 12/11, 12/18, 12/25/19, 1/1/20 PARCEL NUMBER 08-13-27-7061- 0590-0200 LEGAL NOTICE

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All of said property being in the NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that County of Putnam, State of Florida. ROBINSON JACK M AND SHELBY A the holder of the following certif- Unless such certificate or certifi- icate has filed said certificate for a cates shall be redeemed according tax deed to be issued thereon. The to law the property described in certificate number and year of issu- such certificate or certificates will be ance, the description of the proper- sold to the highest bidder ONLINE ty, and the names in which it was at www.putnam.realtaxdeed.com on assessed are as follows: the 15th day of January, 2020, at 10:00 A.M. Certificate Number 0005245

Dated this 22nd day of November, Year of Issuance 2017 2019 Description of Property:

TIM SMITH PT OF GOVT LOT 4 TRACT 1008, CLERK, CIRCUIT COURT OR446 P394 PUTNAM COUNTY, FLORIDA PARCEL NUMBER 06-11-26-0000- 8888-1008 (SEAL) By: /s/ Debbie Wilkinson Name in which assessed EISEN- Deputy Clerk BERG GLENN.

You can find more information All of said property being in the online at www.putnam-fl.com/tax- County of Putnam, State of Florida. deeds/list.html. Unless such certificate or certifi- 12/11, 12/18, 12/25/19, 1/1/20 cates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in LEGAL NOTICE such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder ONLINE NOTICE OF APPLICATION at www.putnam.realtaxdeed.com on FOR TAX DEED the 15th day of January, 2020, at 10:00 A.M. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that STEVEN C. CULLEN the holder Dated this 22nd day of November, of the following certificate has filed 2019 said certificate for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate TIM SMITH number and year of issuance, the CLERK, CIRCUIT COURT description of the property, and the PUTNAM COUNTY, FLORIDA names in which it was assessed are as follows: (SEAL) By: /s/ Debbie Wilkinson Certificate Number 0010649 Deputy Clerk

Year of Issuance 2016 You can find more information Description of Property: online at www.putnam-fl.com/tax- deeds/list.html. ST JOHNS RIVERSIDE ESTATES, HOOT OWL RIDGE 1ST ADDI- 12/11, 12/18, 12/25/19, 1/1/20 TION, CORRECTED PLATS MB5 P96, BLK 31 LOT 15 LEGAL NOTICE PARCEL NUMBER 12-11-26-8241- 0310-0150 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED Name in which assessed BUCK County of Putnam, State of Florida. GEORGETTE+ROGER BEACH II NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that Year of Issuance 2017 JTRS. JAMES E DICKINSON the holder Description of Property: Unless such certificate or certifi- of the following certificate has filed cates shall be redeemed according Solution is on All of said property being in the said certificate for a tax deed to STAR LAKE FOREST UNIT 3 MB6 to law the property described in B2. County of Putnam, State of Florida. be issued thereon. The certificate P6, LOT 31 (MAP SHEET 19E) such certificate or certificates will be number and year of issuance, the PARCEL NUMBER 19-11-23-8802- sold to the highest bidder ONLINE SUDOKU Unless such certificate or certifi- description of the property, and the 0000-0310 at www.putnam.realtaxdeed.com on cates shall be redeemed according names in which it was assessed are the 15th day of January, 2020, at to law the property described in as follows: Name in which assessed MENARD 10:00 A.M. such certificate or certificates will be MARGUERITE P. sold to the highest bidder ONLINE Certificate Number 0011085 Dated this 22nd day of November, at www.putnam.realtaxdeed.com on All of said property being in the 2019 the 15th day of January, 2020, at Year of Issuance 2017 County of Putnam, State of Florida. 10:00 A.M. Description of Property: TIM SMITH Unless such certificate or certifi- CLERK, CIRCUIT COURT Dated this 22nd day of November, INTERLACHEN LAKES ESTATES, cates shall be redeemed according PUTNAM COUNTY, FLORIDA 2019 FREDERICK TOWN UNIT 16 MB5 to law the property described in P4, BLK 269 LOT 1 such certificate or certificates will be (SEAL) TIM SMITH PARCEL NUMBER 13-10-24-4075- sold to the highest bidder ONLINE By: /s/ Debbie Wilkinson CLERK, CIRCUIT COURT 2690-0010 at www.putnam.realtaxdeed.com on Deputy Clerk PUTNAM COUNTY, FLORIDA the 15th day of January, 2020, at Name in which assessed BARRETT 10:00 A.M. You can find more information (SEAL) ANNE MARIE. online at www.putnam-fl.com/tax- By: /s/ Debbie Wilkinson Dated this 22nd day of November, deeds/list.html. Deputy Clerk All of said property being in the 2019 County of Putnam, State of Florida. 12/11, 12/18, 12/25/19, 1/1/20 You can find more information TIM SMITH online at www.putnam-fl.com/tax- Unless such certificate or certifi- CLERK, CIRCUIT COURT LEGAL NOTICE deeds/list.html. cates shall be redeemed according PUTNAM COUNTY, FLORIDA to law the property described in NOTICE OF APPLICATION 12/11, 12/18, 12/25/19, 1/1/20 such certificate or certificates will be (SEAL) FOR TAX DEED sold to the highest bidder ONLINE By: /s/ Debbie Wilkinson LEGAL NOTICE at www.putnam.realtaxdeed.com on Deputy Clerk NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the 15th day of January, 2020, at TLGFY, LLC the holder of the fol- NOTICE OF APPLICATION 10:00 A.M. You can find more information lowing certificate has filed said cer- FOR TAX DEED online at www.putnam-fl.com/tax- tificate for a tax deed to be issued Dated this 22nd day of November, deeds/list.html. thereon. The certificate number and NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that 2019 year of issuance, the description FIFTY STAR INVESTMENTS INC. 12/11, 12/18, 12/25/19, 1/1/20 of the property, and the names in the holder of the following certifi- TIM SMITH which it was assessed are as fol- cate has filed said certificate for a CLERK, CIRCUIT COURT LEGAL NOTICE lows: tax deed to be issued thereon. The PUTNAM COUNTY, FLORIDA certificate number and year of issu- NOTICE OF APPLICATION Certificate Number 0018292 ance, the description of the proper- (SEAL) FOR TAX DEED ty, and the names in which it was By: /s/ Debbie Wilkinson Year of Issuance 2017 assessed are as follows: Deputy Clerk NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that Description of Property: ALLA BRISMAN INVESTMENTS, Certificate Number 0019975 You can find more information LLC the holder of the following cer- SPORTSMANS HARBOR S/D online at www.putnam-fl.com/tax- tificate has filed said certificate for a UNIT 2, MB5 P44 LOT 212 Year of Issuance 2016 deeds/list.html. tax deed to be issued thereon. The PARCEL NUMBER 33-11-26-8791- 10:00 A.M. LEGAL NOTICE Description of Property: certificate number and year of issu- 0000-2120 12/11, 12/18, 12/25/19, 1/1/20 NOTICE OF APPLICATION ance, the description of the proper- Dated this 22nd day of November, FOR TAX DEED INTERLACHEN LAKES ESTATES, NOTICE OF APPLICATION ty, and the names in which it was Name in which assessed CHIODO 2019 UNIT 16 FREDERICK TOWN MB5 LEGAL NOTICE FOR TAX DEED assessed are as follows: RUSSEL L. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that P4, BLK 139 LOT 3 TIM SMITH JUDY GRAYEK INVESTMENTS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that PARCEL NUMBER 36-09-24-4075- NOTICE OF APPLICATION Certificate Number 0014190 All of said property being in the CLERK, CIRCUIT COURT LLC the holder of the following cer- JUDY GRAYEK INVESTMENTS 1390-0030 FOR TAX DEED County of Putnam, State of Florida. PUTNAM COUNTY, FLORIDA tificate has filed said certificate for a LLC the holder of the following cer- Year of Issuance 2017 tax deed to be issued thereon. The tificate has filed said certificate for a Name in which assessed RICE MI- NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that Description of Property: Unless such certificate or certifi- (SEAL) certificate number and year of issu- tax deed to be issued thereon. The CHAEL A II. GOLDENROD REAL ESTATE, LLC cates shall be redeemed according By: /s/ Debbie Wilkinson ance, the description of the proper- the holder of the following certifi- certificate number and year of issu- PT OF NE1/4 OF SE1/4 OR181, to law the property described in Deputy Clerk ty, and the names in which it was ance, the description of the proper- All of said property being in the cate has filed said certificate for a P389 OR203 P485 such certificate or certificates will be assessed are as follows: ty, and the names in which it was County of Putnam, State of Florida. tax deed to be issued thereon. The PARCEL NUMBER 20-12-26-0000- sold to the highest bidder ONLINE You can find more information certificate number and year of issu- assessed are as follows: 0021-0010 at www.putnam.realtaxdeed.com on online at www.putnam-fl.com/tax- Certificate Number 0021218 Unless such certificate or certifi- ance, the description of the proper- the 15th day of January, 2020, at deeds/list.html. Certificate Number 0021414 cates shall be redeemed according ty, and the names in which it was Name in which assessed HUTSON 10:00 A.M. Year of Issuance 2017 to law the property described in assessed are as follows: KEITH. 12/11, 12/18, 12/25/19, 1/1/20 Description of Property: Year of Issuance 2017 such certificate or certificates will be Dated this 22nd day of November, Description of Property: sold to the highest bidder ONLINE Certificate Number 0012297 All of said property being in the 2019 LEGAL NOTICE HANDY PLACE (S/D OF PALATKA, at www.putnam.realtaxdeed.com on County of Putnam, State of Florida. BLKS 219 249 267) MB1 P174, BLK DICKS MAP OF PALATKA MB2 the 15th day of January, 2020, at Year of Issuance 2017 TIM SMITH NOTICE OF APPLICATION C LOTS 19 20 21, (MAP SHEET P46, BLK 170 LOT 14 10:00 A.M. Description of Property: Unless such certificate or certifi- CLERK, CIRCUIT COURT FOR TAX DEED 6W/42) PARCEL NUMBER 42-10-27-6850- cates shall be redeemed according PUTNAM COUNTY, FLORIDA PARCEL NUMBER 42-10-27-3420- 1700-0140 Dated this 22nd day of November, INTERLACHEN LAKES ESTS to law the property described in NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that 0030-0190 2019 UNIT 6, MB4 P116 BLK 1 LOT 9 such certificate or certificates will be (SEAL) TLGFY, LLC the holder of the fol- PARCEL NUMBER 16-10-24-4065- Name in which assessed WIL- sold to the highest bidder ONLINE By: /s/ Debbie Wilkinson lowing certificate has filed said cer- Name in which assessed BELLAMY LIAMS WILLIE LEE. TIM SMITH 0010-0090 at www.putnam.realtaxdeed.com on Deputy Clerk tificate for a tax deed to be issued ANNIE MAE. CLERK, CIRCUIT COURT the 15th day of January, 2020, at thereon. The certificate number and All of said property being in the PUTNAM COUNTY, FLORIDA Name in which assessed CIRELLI 10:00 A.M. You can find more information year of issuance, the description All of said property being in the County of Putnam, State of Florida. EMILIO (1/5) ET AL. online at www.putnam-fl.com/tax- of the property, and the names in County of Putnam, State of Florida. (SEAL) Dated this 22nd day of November, deeds/list.html. which it was assessed are as fol- Unless such certificate or certifi- By: /s/ Debbie Wilkinson All of said property being in the 2019 lows: Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according Deputy Clerk County of Putnam, State of Florida. 12/11, 12/18, 12/25/19, 1/1/20 cates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in TIM SMITH Certificate Number 0021064 to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be You can find more information Unless such certificate or certifi- CLERK, CIRCUIT COURT LEGAL NOTICE such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder ONLINE online at www.putnam-fl.com/tax- cates shall be redeemed according PUTNAM COUNTY, FLORIDA Year of Issuance 2017 sold to the highest bidder ONLINE at www.putnam.realtaxdeed.com on deeds/list.html. to law the property described in NOTICE OF APPLICATION Description of Property: at www.putnam.realtaxdeed.com on such certificate or certificates will be the 15th day of January, 2020, at (SEAL) FOR TAX DEED the 15th day of January, 2020, at 10:00 A.M. 12/11, 12/18, 12/25/19, 1/1/20 sold to the highest bidder ONLINE By: /s/ Debbie Wilkinson PT OF MARTIN GRT OR 297 P 10:00 A.M. at www.putnam.realtaxdeed.com on Deputy Clerk NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that 266, (MAP SHEET 30/40/47) the 15th day of January, 2020, at Dated this 22nd day of November, LEGAL NOTICE TLGFY, LLC the holder of the fol- PARCEL NUMBER 40-10-27-0000- Dated this 22nd day of November, 10:00 A.M. 2019 You can find more information lowing certificate has filed said cer- 0020-0010 2019 NOTICE OF APPLICATION online at www.putnam-fl.com/tax- tificate for a tax deed to be issued Dated this 22nd day of November, TIM SMITH FOR TAX DEED deeds/list.html. thereon. The certificate number and Name in which assessed GIBBS TIM SMITH 2019 CLERK, CIRCUIT COURT year of issuance, the description KATHREY C. CLERK, CIRCUIT COURT PUTNAM COUNTY, FLORIDA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that 12/11, 12/18, 12/25/19, 1/1/20 of the property, and the names in PUTNAM COUNTY, FLORIDA STEVEN C. CULLEN the holder TIM SMITH which it was assessed are as fol- All of said property being in the (SEAL) of the following certificate has filed CLERK, CIRCUIT COURT LEGAL NOTICE lows: County of Putnam, State of Florida. (SEAL) By: /s/ Debbie Wilkinson said certificate for a tax deed to PUTNAM COUNTY, FLORIDA By: /s/ Debbie Wilkinson Deputy Clerk be issued thereon. The certificate NOTICE OF APPLICATION Certificate Number 0018297 Unless such certificate or certifi- Deputy Clerk number and year of issuance, the (SEAL) FOR TAX DEED cates shall be redeemed according You can find more information description of the property, and the By: /s/ Debbie Wilkinson Year of Issuance 2017 to law the property described in You can find more information online at www.putnam-fl.com/tax- names in which it was assessed are Deputy Clerk NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that Description of Property: such certificate or certificates will be online at www.putnam-fl.com/tax- deeds/list.html. as follows: TLGFY, LLC the holder of the fol- sold to the highest bidder ONLINE deeds/list.html. You can find more information lowing certificate has filed said cer- PT OF GOVT LOT 5 OR368 P108, at www.putnam.realtaxdeed.com on 12/11, 12/18, 12/25/19, 1/1/20 Certificate Number 0001307 online at www.putnam-fl.com/tax- tificate for a tax deed to be issued (LOT 78 + N1/2 OF LOT 79, HER- the 15th day of January, 2020, at 12/11, 12/18, 12/25/19, 1/1/20 deeds/list.html. thereon. The certificate number and MITS COVE UNRECORDED 10:00 A.M. Year of Issuance 2017 year of issuance, the description OR558, P1554)(SEE SUPPLE- Description of Property: 12/11, 12/18, 12/25/19, 1/1/20 of the property, and the names in MENTAL MAP OF, HERMIT’S Dated this 22nd day of November, which it was assessed are as fol- COVE), (MAP SHEET 33E/39) 2019 INTERLACHEN LAKES ESTATES, LEGAL NOTICE lows: PARCEL NUMBER 33-10-26-3610- FREDERICK TOWN UNIT 16 MB5 0000-0780 TIM SMITH P4, BLK 194 LOT 31 NOTICE OF APPLICATION Certificate Number 0014990 CLERK, CIRCUIT COURT rescent City PARCEL NUMBER 02-10-24-4075- FOR TAX DEED Name in which assessed DUNCAN PUTNAM COUNTY, FLORIDA 1940-0310 Year of Issuance 2017 STEVEN + SHERRY H/W. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that & Description of Property: (SEAL) Name in which assessed KOHUTH TLGFY, LLC the holder of the fol- All of said property being in the By: /s/ Debbie Wilkinson RUSSELL THOMAS ESTATE OF lowing certificate has filed said cer- CRESCENT HILLS MB6 P25, BLK County of Putnam, State of Florida. Deputy Clerk tificate for a tax deed to be issued Pack Ship LLOYD H FALK ESQ. A LOT 7 thereon. The certificate number and PARCEL NUMBER 23-12-27-1821- Unless such certificate or certifi- You can find more information All of said property being in the year of issuance, the description 0010-0070 cates shall be redeemed according online at www.putnam-fl.com/tax- COPY, FAX, & PRINT CENTER • NOTARY • GRAPHIC DESIGN • PACKING SUPPLIES County of Putnam, State of Florida. of the property, and the names in to law the property described in deeds/list.html. which it was assessed are as fol- Name in which assessed KNEWAS- such certificate or certificates will be Unless such certificate or certifi- lows: SER ELIZABETH. sold to the highest bidder ONLINE 12/11, 12/18, 12/25/19, 1/1/20 PHONE: 386-698-2277 • FAX: 386-698-2FAX(2329) cates shall be redeemed according at www.putnam.realtaxdeed.com on Certificate Number 0013933 to law the property described in All of said property being in the the 15th day of January, 2020, at LEGAL NOTICE & 320 N. SUMMIT ST. Jan. 1, 2020 • Courier Journal B 5 CLASSIFIEDS

Real Estate Real Estate Legal For Rent For Rent Notices assistance may be ural or corporate, or whose exact INDEX AND INFORMATION legal name is unknown, claiming available for those under any of the above named or Reduced who qualify. Call Lu- described Defendants Rent YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action cretia 386-698-2513. Lost and Found Help Wanted Resort-Vacation TTD 1-800-955- to FORECLOSE A LIEN on the fol- Amounts!!! lowing property in Putnam County, Personal Notices Work Wanted Rentals Buy 3, Get One FREE 8771. 629 Gunby Florida: Special Occasions Apartments In the following categories: Announcements, Garage Sales, Employment, Court in Crescent 2 Bedroom: A Part of Fractional Section 19, Memories Homes / Mobile Pets, Recreational, Agricultural, Merchandise and Transportation. 3 Bedroom: City. Equal Housing Township 11 South, Range 27 $460!! $500!! East, described as follows: From Opportunity. This in- the Southeast corner of Section 19, Business Opp. Township 11 South, Range 27 East, Employment Inq. stitution is an equal run North 2.45 feet to the North 4 Bedroom: Investments opportunity provider right of way line of Sisco Road; Farm Machinery Wanted to Rent $540!! thence run North 89° 54 minutes Loans PAID CLASSIFIEDS & employer. TFN. 50 seconds West along said right Farm Implements Property of way for a distance of 659.83 Farm Tools Homes / Auctions FIRST 20 WORDS FOR 5 DOLLARS • ADD’L WORDS 25 CENTS EACH feet; run thence North 515.60 feet The Turning Table to the point of beginning of this Smith Thomas Building is now description; (1) run thence North DEADLINE: 10 A.M. Monday for a distance of 435.60 feet; (2) Barter Garage Sales available to rent run thence North 89° 54 minutes Prior to Wednesday’s Publication Day Court Apartments Yard/Moving Sales for events! 50 seconds West for a distance of Trades/Barters Boats for Sale (EXCEPT LEGAL HOLIDAYS) 849 Bay Lane 100 feet to the center of a road 30 Marine Supplies • feet in width; (3) run thence South Wants/Needs 386/698-1644 • Fax 698-1994 • email: [email protected] Crescent City, Parties Weddings 89° 54 minutes 50 seconds East for Recreational • Receptions • Club a distance of 100 feet to the point Vehicles Office Hours: 9 A.M. TO 5 P.M. • Closed Sat. and Sun. FL 32112 of beginning to close. Subject to an For Sale/Rent Meetings • Etc. easement for road and utilities right CHECK YOUR AD for errors the first day. Lake Street Publishing Company 2, 3 and 4 BRs $200 per rental of way across the West 15 feet of Auctions the above described land. will be responsible for the first incorrect insertion and to no greater extent Move-in Special located at ALSO Day Care than the cost of the space occupied by the error. The publisher assumes no & Rental Assist. 236 Central Ave A part of Fractional Section 19, Autos / Trucks Township 11 South, Range 27 Tutoring financial responsibility for errors of omission of copy. Lake Street Publish- Call Donna at May Be Available East, described as follows: From Schools Motorcycles ing Company re-serves the right to correctly classify, delete objectionable 386-244-4336 the Southeast corner of Section For Sale Auto Parts and 386-698-4300 19, Township 11 South, Range 27 words, phrases or refuse any advertisement. East, described as follows: From For Adoption Repairs Equal Housing the Southeast corner of Section 19, Provider Legal Township 11 South, Range 27 East, run North 2.45 feet to the North Legal Legal Putnam County Notices right of way line of Sisco Road; thence run North 89° 54 minutes Notices Notices LEGAL NOTICE 50 seconds West along said right of way line 659.83 feet; thence run The City of Crescent City Planning A reception for the City Manager IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, SEV- North 449.96 feet to the point of & Zoning Commission will hold a finalists is scheduled for Monday, CRESCENT LAKE ENTH beginning; thence continue North meeting on Tuesday, January 14, January 6, 2020, from 6:00 p.m. to JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR APTS. - Accepting 501.32 feet; thence run South 89° 2020 at 6:00 p.m. to hear a request 8:30 p.m. All members of the public PUTNAM Putnam County Applications for 1&2 54 minutes 50 seconds East, 130 to amend previously approved are invited to attend to meet each of COUNTY, FLORIDA Tax) Case # CU 19-02, for 2 N. Park the candidates for the position. es 7% FL Sales (Includ feet; thence run South 501.32 feet; en since 1898 ch lorida 50¢ ka • Interla alatka • Palat Crescent City, F East P (2 sections) • Fruitland • Georgetown • Street; Parcel No: 30-12-28-1750- rson • Welaka • Pie thence run North 89° 54 minutes 50 olume 67, No. cent48 City • Seville BR Apts. 840 Oak- res t of up ke Como • C April 18, 2012 • Va Park • La of imprisonmen ail for suma • Pomon in j CASE NO: 2019-CA-00310 Serving Sat to 60 days 0120-0032. each offense. violating The following day, Tuesday, Jan- n seconds West, 130 feet to the point Don’tn is nowGet Burned by BurnAny persoBanall, in an sh A burn ba ll of the burn b penal- Master Gardeners Plant Salerom 9 for a the lant Sale by the Masterl 21, Gardeners 2012 f of in effect ty, and addition to d above, Division: 54 The Annual P e on Apri Putnam Coun wood Street Cres- unty takes plac in effect ties describe Applicant is seeking an amend- uary 7, 2020, starting at 1:00 pm Putnam Co emain the County . at the Putnam County Extension Of- will r here is reimburse and ex- of beginning and to close. Subject a.m. to 2 p.m rd costs Rd., East Palatka in theer audito- plants, indefinitely. T rewa for all Gardeners off ,500.00 incurred as a ﬁ ce, 111 Yelvington Master t the plant a $12 rmation penses Each year the violation, rium. needs and treasuresy a t o a nswer for any info est result of such , garden be on dut ing to the arr out limi- ment to include additional outdoor trees, seeds lead ion of an including with se and the City Commissioners will be rdeners will t mples may be submitted res pon to an easement for road and utilities sale. Master Ga ons. Soil sa Baked and convic any area tation, uesti t(s) in on costs. You c e n t C i t y , F L 3 2 1 1 2 . gardening q , which will take 7-10 days. arsonis suppressi n con- hungry guests and unty. ormatio for free ph testing for sa le t o s sale of the Co ng, ex- Any inf ROBERT L. DUNN AND RUTH ill als o be Open burni spicious ac- ods w oceeds made from thi s used cerning su of a seating behind the business on the conducting a special meeting to go ers. All pr ugh the many ea nity thro ch cept outdoor grill tivity in the ar nam right of way across the East 15 feet Master Gardeno th e commu olved in, su food, and ire in Put s are inv in preparing d clear- brush f are returned t er Gardener mercial lan ill be consid- en couraged mer day camps, garden- com -site burning w lation of the County is unty projects the Mastdens, sum ere on-site in- nnel on ered in vio W. DUNN, school gar ng, demonstration gardens,ase ing wh d approval and perso iolation of to call Putnam Co 386- as; l testi e at property at 124 Central Avenue, ses, ph soi spection an before t he Division of - ban. The v a second- Sheriff’s Offic may interview each candidate for City rdens, and more. Ple 386-698-2205 TDD ga granted by you ing clas mmunity l grant ap this order is r of above described lands. e visits, co has been ivision of Forestry wil demeanor 329-0800 o PERS hom nd take home plants and other TOP 21 a the Florida D ohibit- proval. arge degree mis e of call CRIMES 7. stop by on April Master Gardeners. isch e by a fin ided by the Forestry are pr The use or d punishabl 0 for each at 1-888-277-847 Husband and wife, items prov t be deter- 0.0 ed. It mus re will fireworks, combusti- up to $50 erm Parcel No: 30-12-28-1750-0120- Manager and consider possible e of unds, flares, by a t mined that th sup- offense and t f ire ble compo s and trash be sufficien lawn debri Bass Fishing Tournamentan Reservoir open boat equipment 711 This Institution Save Rodm pression Plaintiffs, The 16th Annual will be held on April 21. Launch- ament 003, also zoned commercial. selection for the position. Mem- bass tourn ood Landing. The tournament is from Kenw TOGETHER WITH that cer- ing will be p 15 per- p.m. with the weigh-in. Entry per boat Small Business Gets Big Help in Putnam ends at 3 The S mall Business a 70 percent payback to the toill be served $100 with nt Cen- ﬁ eld. Breakfast and dinner w Developme SBDC at cent of the d drinks, and donuts. River City ter at UNF ( prin- Have a The meeting will be held in the col ng the tourna- bers of the public are encouraged fee, is an Equal as well as cof arge of conducti - UNF), the state’s tain 1981 Nova Mobile Home is in ch for small ments ce Tourna information call Ed Taylor at 386 cipal sour nce v. ment. For more business assista s 329-0205. in North Florida, i ce Commission Room located at 3 to attend, but there will be no direct VIN#EE2226A, Title #17992621. pleased to announ that Cheryl Lynch a Busi- has Free Tax tanceAssistance at Seville Community been hired as h Opportuni- Free Tax Prep Assis ness Analyst. Lyncfiden- ow available through April 15 North Summit Street, Crescent City, public input while the interviews are Resource Center is n ys from 4-7 p.m. and will provide con and on the following days: Tuesda tial consulting Saturdays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. training to small busi-w SAMANTHA MERCER, WILVERN ness owners at the nem SBDC office in Putna Florida. taking place. 17TH ANNUAL KID’S FISHING RODEO AND 2012 from 7:30 – 10 a.m. at County. ty Provider. Saturday, April 21, tchery, 726 Hwy 309, Lynch brings ex- nce to the Welaka National Fish for Ha all kids ages 5-15. Regis- tensive experie the

HAGANS AARON BURDETTE, Welaka, FL 32139. Free a.m. Prizes at 10 a.m. the position. Over Persons with disabilities requiring n, Bass, Bream, past 20 years she hasntal tration 7:30 a.m. Fishing at 8 p Lots of great prizes, 2 ponds ope. Al Fish are keepers. played an instrume part in several start-u e Catfi sh. Bring your own Bait in the Water. Small Fry Choice ventures, where sh One Line per Child allowed finan- O AKWOOD BROOKE RICKS, and all parties e Under 5 yrs Old Crowd! implemented all tional accommodations in order to partici- ALL OF THE ABOVE MEETINGS Tent Open for th TOGETHER WITH that certain cial and opera es systems in compani l in sity of North Florida00 Guest Speaker andntal CouncilField will Trip meet that ranged from rea , who are interested o has helped over 35,0an claiming an interest estate, to online retailnt a busi- setting up a time t an small businesses in Putnam County Environme, located at CR 20 and College and growing pate in this meeting should contact WILL BE HELD AT CITY HALL, 3 to the entertainme ill be an meet with Lynch c 18-county area. The s at the Palatka Library 9 at 7 p.m. The guest ness which w n 1991 AMER mobile home VIN#GM- industry. One compa- call 386.328.3293. SBDC at UNF provide - -winning bird and nature asset to our clients i -1 BR Road, this Thursday, April 1 ny grew to over $100and The new SBDC of- potential and exist ers GROVE APTS Florahome, The public Putnam County,” said speaker will be the award million in assets d- fice in Putnam Coun- ing business own con- Defendants photographer, Bill Chitty, of and refreshments will be Janice Donaldson, Re- with confidential City Hall at 386.698.2525 at least NORTH SUMMIT STREET, CRES- 21 PCEC will follow employed 150 indivitates. gional Director of the ty is made possiblerom is invited to this program, uals in three s a through support f sulting and trainingusi- HGA251904274, Title #62289390. fi eld trip to the Welaka SBDC at UNF. usi- served. Then on Saturday April Lynch has serveds on In her new role at the the U.S. Small Bration, in all aspects of b and up this program by taking a meet at 9:30 A.M. - ness management ced multitude of client SBDC at UNF, Lynch ness Administ North ______/ Fish Hatchery. Participantsit ofwill the Hatchery, which long-term and short the University of am growth. Experien will work one on one re - $576/month, 2 BR - 24 hours in advance to request ac- CENT CITY, FL. ALL INTEREST- at the Beecher Springouth Un of the only traffi c light in term consulting en-ating Florida, the Putn of consultants help busi- with clients who a ing is located 3.3 miles s the time of year when gagements, initi s County Chamber ness owners develop e interested in start d of Welaka on CR 309.h are This released is into the ponds, and systems, procedure Commerce, Boar - strategies to increas or feeding. This makes or who already own. She a sales, create jobs and newly hatched fi s and in some cases small business County Commission ing your camera, or just turnaround, of both arily out improve profitability.a- commodations. ED PERSONS ARE INVITED TO a multitude of birds fl y in f will work prim at the ers, City of Palatka, For additional inform Parcel No.: 19-11-27-0000-0010- for great photographs. Br Afterward, those interested U.S. and foreign orga-so of the SBDC office am- and the Putnam Coun- nizations. Lynch al tion, contact: Stepha-620- come for bird watching.ch treat” lunch at Shrimp-R-Us in Putnam County Ch - ty Development Au- $638/month & 3 BR tact Carol at 386-467- holds a Bachelor’s De- thority. nie Royal at (904) f. can enjoy a “Dut ber of Commerce locateet 2428 or sroyal@un NOTICE TO ACTION Welaka. Any questions, cont.net gree in Finance. to ed at 1100 Reid Str ce Since 1976, the Small ATTEND. “We are so pleased edu. 2231 or j-cmacdonald@at ch join in Palatka. The offi on Business Development 0110 have Cheryl Lyn has a was officially open Center at the Univer- the SBDC. She ount of March 28. Businesses Chamber Afterer ofHours Commerce will tremendous am usiness After Hours on Crescent City Commission 1/1/20 The Putnam County Chamb experience in owning sion - $672/month apart- be holding their monthly B 30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. The City Commis l College, 102 Port Road ne- LegalThursday, April 19, 2012 from 5: Pinwheels Forchild Prevention abuseAdvertising and of the City of Crescent at the First Coast Technica in the Barge Port. TO: SAMANTHA MERCER, WIL- In order to raise il glect never occur. get- City met Thursday,es- next to Newcastle Shipyards PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES awareness that Aprre- ting it right for kids April 12 in regular s has been filed against you and Free Feline Spay or Neutercat or kitten. is Child Abuse P early on is less costly sion. Among thewas items the $15 can fi x your vention Month, the than trying to fix prob-ve on the agenda ments. Section 8 ac- Limited Time Only! ds, Inc., through a program GFWC Crescent City lems after things ha third reading of a pro-d- VERN HAGANS, AARON BUR- ss Pets is offering PUBLIC NOTICE REQUIRING ACCOMMODATIONS Angle Paws Animal Frien Woman’s Club has gone wrong. Doesn’t posed charter amenerm with Jacksonville No More Homele a fl ea treatment. Call you are required to serve a copy join other clubs andeel every child deserve ment concerning t s- this spay/neuter. Includes this opportunity? limits for commiayor/ fac- 467-3028 for details. Cities in the Pinwh m- DETTE, BROOKE RICKS and for Prevention ca Everyone has a role sioners and m hich the proposed resur tion IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE IN Movies In The Park paign. As part of the C to play in preventing - commissioner, w usly, ing and reorienta rk- of your written defenses, if any, to k, Sponsored by TD Bank. On campaign, the GFW child abuse and sup passed unanimo ppear of the city hall pa cepted. Central heat/ Movies in the Par Happy Feet Two will be IN PUTNAMporting families. You and which will a l- ing lot, necessitated COUNTY Saturday April 21 at 8 ionsP.M. will be available. This Crescent City Wom- s Funeral Home, can get involved by e on the November ba by changes to US 17, all parties claiming interests by, shown. Light concess an’s Club has plantedn THIS MEETING SHOULD CON- ower and Light. For a Pinwheel Garden i purchasing one of th ll lot; a presentation by and providing for en-v- City of Crescent City Workshop event is also sponsored by Bigg it Russell D. Castleberry, Esq., of front of the club. pinwheels which wi the city’s auditor, Ron’s fi- trance from Floridaura- A Crescent Termite and Floridaity Hall P at 386-698-2525. Moats, of the city enue; the reconfig ock more information call C Pinwheels are a sym-re- be placed in the gar- hich through, under or against afore- bol of a happy, ca den for $3 or purchas- nancial status, w tion of the first bl enue air, carpet, blinds, he said was very good;s- of west Lemon Av eet, ing a pinwheel lapel e TACT CITY HALL AT 386/698- Lane and Roadad closures Closures will be in ef- free childhood and the HOLMES & YOUNG, P.A., at 222 ytime lane clo- belief that all children pin $5. To purchas a resolution addres for to a one-way str ider- The following lane and ro either - please stop ing compensation rol due to safety consabout fect until April 20: State Road c from 19: 8:30Da a.m. to 4 p.m. deserve to be raised ins, Johns Avenue to by Expressions at 332 intersection cont f ations brought n mentioned Defendants and all par- sures for southbound traffi US healthy communitie d beacons; a review o by the reconfiguratio The City of Crescent City will hold a 2525 AT LEAST 24 HOURS IN Monday through Thursday from0) for St. ditch cleaning. free from abuse an Central Ave. or call • Competitive Rates386-698-1040. of US 17. All of theseolved North 3rd Street, Palatka, Florida, Crill Avenue (State Road 2 neglect. Right from issues were res . laundry on site. st Monday through Thurs- the start to make sure 17: Daytime lane closures from the Volusia County oadway markings, ex- by unanimous vote also ties having or claiming to have any line to State Road 100 We The Commission workshop on Thursday, January 9, ADVANCE. day while crews repaint the r s in Crescent City and heard project change 32177, (386) 328-1111, on or be- cluding the construction zone rk be- US 17: Daytime lane closures from in East Palatka. nday through Friday from requests for wo e 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Mo hile crews install ir-ne ing done under th ng right, title or interest in the property current CBDG housi Rental assistance 2020 at 4:00 p.m. in the Commis- Laurel Lane to Junction Roadns. USw 17: Nighttime la fore the 26 day of January and file • Saverigation lines in theTime media a.m. Monday through Fri- and Money grant. he closures from 7 p.m. to 6 to the Memorial Bridge for The students of t n day from State Road 207 Also, possible daytime month were Jorda herein. Williams from Middle- sion Room located at 3 North Sum- 1/1/20 asphalt removal and paving.te delivery for driveway, curb the original with the clerk of this lane closures for concre on. ton Burney; Lizbethooke and sidewalk reconstructi Gonzalez and Br available for those Batchelor from Miller In This Issue: Intermediate. mit Street, Crescent City, Florida to Faces & Places...... B1 Court either before service on the • Simple,Church...... A5 Opinion...... A2 Fast, Convenient Service YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that Community...... A3 Our Life...... A4 discuss US 17 Street Crossings. All County Lines...... B2 Public Notices...... B5 who qualify. Call Lu- Plaintiffs attorney or immediately Crossword/Sudoku..B4 an action has been commenced thereafter; otherwise a default will interested persons are invited to at- LEGAL NOTICE E-MAIL your legals to news@cjnewsfl .com cretia 386-698-2513 against you to quiet title on real be entered against you for the relief tend this meeting. property, lying and being and sit- TDD 1800-955- demanded in the Complaint. NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE FAX your legals to 386-698-1994 uated in PUTNAM County, Flori- Persons with disabilities requiring da, which is more particularly de- 8771. 629 Gumby DATED this 18th day of December, accommodations in order to partic- CRESCENT CITY TOWING gives • Meets all legal advertising requirements for a scribed as follows: Court in Crescent 2019. ipate in this workshop should con- Notice of Foreclosure of Lien and tact City Hall at 698-2525 at least intent to sell these vehicles on paper of general circulation 43-10-27-8252- City. Equal Housing Parcel Number: TIM SMITH 24 hours in advance to request ac- January 17, 2020, 8:00 am at 2620 0020-270 CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT commodations. HWY 17 S. CRESCENT CITY, Opportunity. This in- 132 Palmland PUBLISHED EVERY WEDNESDAY Street Address: (SEAL) FL 32112, pursuant to subsec- stitution is an equal Ave., Satsuma, FL32189 1/1/20 tion 713.78 of the Florida Statutes. 1 Lot 27 Block Legal Description: By /s/ Amanda Haring CRESCENT CITY TOWING re- opportunity provid- B St. Johns Riverside Estates, As Deputy Clerk PUBLIC NOTICE serves the right to accept or reject er & employer. TFN Pinewood Section, according to any and/or all bids. the plat thereof as recorded in PUTNAM COUNTY 12/25/19-1/1/20 CITY OF CRESCENT CITY Plat Book 4 Page 176, of the Pub- COMMISSION 1J4GW48S21C723935 2001 JEEP Reduced lic Records of Putnam County, Security Deposit PUBLIC NOTICE SPECIAL MEETINGS Florida. Together with the certain MONDAY, JANUARY 6 AND 1/1/20 COURIER JOURNAL mobile home identified by I.D. Amounts!!! PLANNING & ZONING MEETING TUESDAY, JANUARY 7, 2020 number 146M6365, Title Number Ph. 386-698-1644 • Fax 386-698-1994 61930014, for which titles have been retired pursuant to section 330 N. Summit Street • Crescent City, FL 32112 319.261 Florida Statutes. Welcome Home to Mobile Home Title No: 146M6365 SERVICE & BUSINESS DIRECTORY Sugar Mill Woods This action has been filed against you and you are required to serve 570 3rd Avenue a copy of your written defense, if Welaka, FL 32193 any upon Plaintiffs’ Attorney, Melis- 386-467-8444 sa Cain, Esq., Douglas Law Firm, AIR CONDITIONING Gas APPLIANCES Home Improvement Pet services Office Open Tuesday and Thursday 1301 St. Johns Avenue, Palatka, FL 32177, telephone 1-800-703- 5457; email Melissa@dhclawyers. 1&2 Bedroom Special Tax com, within thirty days after the first Service In Hours NORTH FLORIDA SERVICES Apartments Credit Rent publication of this notice, Decem- PROPANE & NATURAL GAS PIPING ber 26, 2019, and to file the original ® AND APPLIANCE INSTALLATION Crescent City with the Clerk of the Court either Not Days. Lic # 23881-Certifi ed & Insured 35 Yrs Local Experience One-Story before service on the Plaintiffs’ at- 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED Kennel Inc. Design torney or immediately thereafter Specialties: otherwise a default will be entered Tankless Water Heaters and Gas Logs Quiet and Peaceful against you for the relief demanded www.northfl oridaservices.com • Pet Boarding in the Complaint. 386-559-0071 [email protected] Locally Owned Since 1979 Community for Adults 110 N. SR 19 in Palatka 62 years and Older or WITNESS my hand and seal of this Court on the 18th day of De- 386-328-1520 • Grooming Service Disabled Persons cember, 2019. Pumps ONSTRUCTION • 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments C Bladder Tanks TIM SMITH “Recommended for Decades” • Pet Supplies • Reduced Security CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Water Heaters Deposits (SEAL) · ANY TIME Mobile Home Doors, • Special Tax Credit Rent Windows & Supplies • Rental Assistance When By /s/ Amanda Haring · ANY KIND Irrigation • Pet Adoption Available As Deputy Clerk · ANY SERVICE Mike’s Septic Supplies & Drain • One-Story Design 1952 S. US Hwy 17 12/25/19-1/1/20 Before You Fix It Or Buy It, Fields • Active Community Room Aerators • On-site Laundry Aluminum Crescent City Call 328-3212 Well Supplies LEGAL NOTICE 3849 Reid St. Quality Material Faucets/Sinks 386-698-2777 Come join us and Palatka IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, OF We do special orders! love where you live! CHECK US ON THE WEB: and Installation THE SEVENTH www.Bramlitts.org 386-649-9770 WWW.SOUTHERNAIR.NET JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR STATE LICENSE CAC058634 See Us on Facebook! www.cckennel.us PUTNAM COUNTY, FLORIDA •Screen Rooms•Carports•Roofovers This is an equal opportunity CASE NO.: 2019-CA-464 •Vinyl Window•Siding•Soffit•Fascia housing provider. Div: 53 MEDICAL Pest control NTENNA •Utility Sheds•Glass Room•Skirting PUTNAM COUNTY, FLORIDA, a A NEW HOPE VILLAS political subdivision of the •Wood Decks•Concrete State of Florida, DumP the APARTMENTS - Plaintiff, FARM WORKERS Dish! Fully Licensed•Bonded•Insured - 100 New Hope Ave v. Get CaLL tyPicAlly STE A, Seville, FL TC 13, LLC, a Florida Limited Li- Mike Bottelman, Owner ability Company; and UNKNOWN 40 to 100 32190. 2BR $591/ OCCUPANTS, TENANTS, OWN- chAnnels month, 3BR $651/ ERS, AND OTHER UNKNOWN 386-649-5374 PARTIES, including, if a named with us! RX#0066577 month, 4BR $686/ Defendant is deceased, the per- month. Rental as- sonal representatives, the surviving spouse, heirs, devisees, why PAy for tv? AND sistance available grantees, creditors, and all other Bley’s AntennA Fencing for those who qual- parties claiming by, through, under PEST CONTROL, INC. or against that Defendant, and the 712 st. Johns Ave ify. Now accept- several and respective unknown assigns, successors in interest, PAlAtkA (386) 698-BUGS ing Section 8 Call trustees or other persons claiming Lowman Stephanie at 386- by, through, under or against any 386-643-7344 corporation or other legal entity Fence Company 749-0075. Currently named as the Defendant, and all Kelvin L. Haire running rent special. claimants, persons or parties, nat- Manager ural or corporate, or whose exact cleaning services This institution is an legal name is unknown, claiming P.O. Box 2 equal opportunity under any of the above named or described Defendants, 241 S. Summit St. provider & employer. Defendants Carpet Cleaning EQUAL HOUSING ______/ Crescent City, FL 32112 NOTICE TO ACTION Tile OPPORTUNITY Cleaning Starting Want to advertise in the service TDD PHONE 1-800- TO: TC 13, LLC, a Florida Lim- at For all of 955-8771 TFN ited Liability Company; and UN- $35* KNOWN OCCUPANTS, TEN- $0.35 directory? Do you have a business that LAKEVIEW GROVE ANTS, OWNERS, AND OTHER per your APTS. 62 or older, UNKNOWN PARTIES, including, if *for 12’ X 12’ room square provides a service? Check out the great a named Defendant is deceased, foot Fencing needs disabled or handi- the personal representatives, the Special Offer surviving spouse, heirs, devisees, 386-328-3778 pricing for our directory! capped regardless of grantees, creditors, and all other 10% off when you age, with or without parties claiming by, through, under mention this ad! Residential An one inch ad is just $5/week, a two or against that Defendant, and the children. 1 BR - 502/ several and respective unknown Mathisen Services & inch ad is $10/week, and a three inch month & 2 BR - $612/ assigns, successors in interest, trustees or other persons claiming 386-937-7984 month. Central heat/ by, through, under or against any Commercial ad is just $15/week! corporation or other legal entity air, blinds. Section named as the Defendant, and all Give us a call at 386-698-1644 today! 8 accepted. Rental claimants, persons or parties, nat-