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90 days in jail of a controlled substance. Lazaro aLeman ECB PUBLISHING INC The new charges included Cody Brumbley to five , . Lazaro aLeman driving while license sus - ECB PUBLISHING , INC . years of probation and 90 A county man pled to pended or revoked -- ha - days in the county jail. multiple charges in court bitual offender, dealing in A second Wacissa The judge withheld adju - on Monday, Dec. 11, and stolen property, and bur - man was sentenced in dication. was sentenced to prison. glary of a structure. court on Monday, Dec. Brumbley, 20, pled Casey Allan Brumb - Circuit Court Judge 11. no contest to eight ley, 37, of Wacissa, pled Dawn Caloca-Johnson ac - Following brief argu - charges, stemming from no contest to violation of cepted the plea and adju - ments from the state and two incidents in late 2016 probation on three cases dicated Brumbley guilty Casey Allan Brumbley defense, Circuit Court and one in early 2017. dating from 2015 and on all counts except the Judge Dawn Caloca- John Cody Brumbley The 2016 charges in- three new cases dating The old charges in - burglary of a structure, See SENTENCED page 3 See PRISON page 3 Johnson sentenced John from mid 2017. cluded uttering and sale SCHOOL BOARD Buildings, buses, Shore back pay

LYneTTe VeIT ECB PUBLISHING MACAa grgaduiac te The Jefferson County School Board again addressed a subject it had discussed at last month's meeting, that of allowing on national the VFW Post #251 to utilize the Full Service Building, located on the vacant television show Jefferson Elementary School campus, as a meeting hall. Photo curtesy of MTV Photo curtesy of MTV Last month, the board had already Smyrnios has also been appearing ing their daily lives and interactions ACA graduate Gus Smyrnios is agreed to lease the facility to the VFW on the covers of romance novels. over several episodes. one of eight cast mates on MTV's #251 for a nominal fee, in recognition of “Floribama.” Among those eight housemates is that organization's history of community Gus Smyrnios, a 2013 graduate of Au - service, but DOE, which must approve cilla Christian Academy, who hails any transaction the board makes (even from Perry, Florida. those that bring in revenue rather than The son of Gus Smyrnios and spending it) had, in the interim, stepped Kristin Smyrnios, the younger in and put several stipulations on the Smyrnios, born in Ft. Myers, is the lease, including a security deposit and a oldest of four children, with two requirement that the VFW be responsible younger sisters and a younger brother. for care and upkeep of the HVAC system, His family moved to Perry when he stipulations that VFW #251 Commander was about seven or eight years old. Ned Hill, Jr., Past Quarter Master Lonnie In high school, being in show Griffin and Auxiliary President Mary business was “never in the plan,” he Madison had told the board at the previ - says, something he never even thought ous meeting that the organization just about, even though he was sort of the couldn't afford, as it would already be tak - class clown who loved to perform and ing on the utility payments and other ex - penses for using the space. make people laugh. See SCHOOL BOARD page 3 Still, his future plans were a little more on the serious side – at age 19, LOCAL he sent in his application to be a state trooper. When he was turned down, Photo curtesy of MTV he enlisted in the U.S. Marines, and Photo curtesy of MTV One of several of the covers of ro - Lloyd project Drawn to Him is another of several mance novels Smyrnios has also been was ready to go and serve in the mili - novel covers Smyrnios is featured on. featured on. tary, until a skateboard accident and a broken arm that required surgery, a back on metal plate and seven or eight months While he was recuperating from LYneTTe VeIT of recuperation time put those plans his second painful break, he had a hard ECB PUBLISHING Lazaro aLeman on hold. time understanding why life was ECB PUBLISHING , INC . When a network brings together In the interim, while his arm “throwing me all these curve balls” just the right ingredients for a mega hit healed, he went back to college and when all he wanted to do was serve his A little more than a month after a show like “Jersey Shore,” the show earned his A.A. degree in Criminal country. businessman pulled his application to the that made Snooki a household name, Justice. It was during this time that he was state for up to $1.5 million in Community it's not entirely unexpected that it However, without the money to dating a girl who was in the modeling Development Block Grant funding to re - would try to replicate that magic. go on to FSU for his bachelor's de - business, and happened to go along develop his property in Lloyd, his repre - And so, five years after “Jersey gree, he went back to the recruiting of - with her to one of her photo shoots. sentative told the Jefferson County Shore” ended, enter “Floribama fice and again enlisted with the Someone there, at her photo shoot, Commission last week that the project Shore,” MTV's newest entry in the Marines. All the paperwork was liked the way he looked and asked him was still very much on. “Shore” line, this time, as the title im - signed and he was ready to go again, if he had ever thought about modeling. Bruce Ballister, who is guiding busi - plies, along the Florida Panhandle when, just a week and half, or maybe Soon he had his first photo shoot, nessman Arun Kundra through the grant west to Alabama. With a new cast and two weeks out from his leave date for and then a photo composite which he process, told commissioners on Thursday different locale (Panama City Beach), boot camp, he joined a pick-up game sent out to all the major agencies in evening, Dec. 7, that pursuit of the project MTV takes the same concept of eight of soccer with some buddies and Florida, eventually signing with about was never in question. The reason that the young adult housemates sharing a ended up with a badly broken leg that seven or eight of them. application had been withdrawn, Ballister See SHORE page 3 See PROJECT page 3 summer abode on the beach, follow - needed surgery and a metal rod.

VIEWPOINTS 2A TV THIS WEEK 9A ACA COMMUNITY NEWS 4-6A FOOD, FUN & ENTERTAINMENT 10A Chamber spelling HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 7A FARM & OUTDOORS 11A Happenings bee SCHOOL 8A CLASS. & LEGALS 12A see page 4A see page 8A HEALTH FOCUS B SECTION 2A • JEFFERSON COUNTY JOURNAL • FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2017 VIEWPOINTS Letters To The Editor Passingby Nelson Pryor, GuestParade Columnist Letters to the Editor are typed word for word, comma for comma, as sent to this newspaper. Please keep letter to 600 words or less. Roosevelt Greets Christmas Remembering a Co-worker and

Friend,When elected to office and goingBrettinsightful improvements King to the through training to become a Certified processes in the office as a result of Florida Appraiser, they don’t teach you many of those conversations. how you are to handle the loss a beloved I will fondly remember Brett as a staff member and colleague. I have warm fun-loving friend who’s eyes learned this tough lesson in life since twinkled when he beamed his unre- Brett King’s unexpected passing in No- strained smile. He was given a nick- vember. Brett was hired as Chief name “Brettiful” by our “forever” Deputy over two years ago and will be Sheriff, David Hobbs. Brett was a man remembered as an extremely intelligent of very thoughtful and often times quick and thoughtful appraiser, as well as a witted conversation and banter. He How about this for a Christmas “On behalf of a grateful country, I leader, at the Property Appraiser’s Of- drank a lot of water, had a drawer full greeting headline? “Roosevelt Greets send to the men and women of our fice. He had the confidence and ability of protein bars and was obsessed with the Armed Forces, Special Yule Message Armed Forces everywhere warm and to seamlessly blend the unique chal- the Seminoles. He adored his beautiful Goes to the Wounded, Another Tells of confident good wishes this fourth lenges of mass appraisal with his broad wife Ashley and enjoyed planning fun Pride in All Our Military.” This headline Christmas of war. On Christmas Day background in real estate and technol- and exotic trips with her. He spoke was in the New York Times of Decem- more than on any other day, we remem- ogy. often of his lovely mother Sarah and ber 21, 1944. ber you with pride and with humility; While I think Brett always knew how she spoiled him as a child. He Don’t expect such a story, let alone with anguish and with joy. We shall keep how much I appreciated his hard work worked hard to make her proud and a headline, from our current newspapers, on remembering you all the days of our and dedication, I would be remiss by not helped her manage their family prop- television, or, our current President. But lives. telling everyone just how great he was. erty. there was a time when Americans would “It is, therefore, with solemn pride His contributions to the technological Brett will never be forgotten. We have expected, and accepted, nothing that I salute those who stand in the fore- improvements in the Property Ap- are working on a special way to memo- less from our media, or president. Pres- front of the struggle to bring back to a praiser’s office are unquestioned and re- rialize him in our office so we can con- idents. suffering world the way of life symbol- flected his outstanding reputation and tinue to share the wonderful stories ized by the spirit of Christmas. dedication to the profession. Brett was about him and his impact on us profes- F D R’s WWII Messages “Franklin D. Roosevelt, Com- gifted with a calm spirit and great lis- sionally and personally. Some people The President sent two messages- mander in Chief.” tening skills. When working with cus- in life make you laugh a little louder, one, a special greeting to ill and tomers, he was one of the best at smile a little bigger and live just a little wounded members of the armed forces, Today’s Sentiment’s? addressing tough questions and provid- bit better… that was BrettAngela King! Gray and the other a greeting to all service It will be most interesting to see ing a clear understandable answer to men and women. Texts of his messages what our present President, Donald J. those he helped. He also always offered Jefferson County Property Appraiser follow: Trump, will say about and with our pres- “To our ill and wounded fighters. ent troops that are in harms way. Some With a deep personal sense of obliga- of my former students would ask me- tion, I welcome the privilege of sending why? And I’d tell them: “Let’s find out.” to you this Christmas day, a message of Well, the ball is in President Trump’s admiration and affection. You have court, let’s see what he does with it. Will given of your blood and health to restore he celebrate the heritage of this Christian to Christmas its meaning and to make Country of States? In America, or, over the spirit of Christmas genuinely prevail seas? What will he have for a Christmas Your wealth throughout the world. proclamation? Emily Akers “It takes courage to fight on a battle Certified front and it takes courage to fight from An Interesting World Personal a hospital bed. We would not cheapen Things are happening. We need a Trainer of health your hours of heroism by wishing you a military. Will he catch the spirit? Citi- ‘Merry Christmas.’ But we wish you to zens are responding to children, and know that we are with you in spirit, in loved ones, both in the military, and at Pack a healthy cooler comradeship and in faith. home. The shoeboxes are being filled “Franklin D. Roosevelt, Com- up. The Salvation Army is doing their If you are traveling essential. Carrots, an frosting can melt if you mander in Chief.” fine job, again. Christ is the reason! It’s for the holidays, it is dif- apple, or celery with are going somewhere “To the men and women of the good to see pride in this, our Christian ficult to find healthy peanut butter are all good hot. Armed Forces: Nation, once again. meal options when on the options. This meal can be 4). Variety of protein road. Planning something made for anyone in your sources: Hard boiled in advance will not only family. Leftovers are a eggs, tuna packets, save you money, but it great meal option as chicken packets and nuts will prevent you from well. are all great sources of eating fast food. Here are 2). Fruits and vegeta- protein that are an easy some tips on what to bles: As mentioned grab and go. They will pack in a cooler for your above, the non-perish- keep for days when in a holiday trips. able fruits and vegetables cooler although they www.clumsycrooks.com 1). Meals: If you are are great items to pack. don't need to me, and able to make a sandwich, These items do not even will provide essential nu- with the condiments on need to be chilled. trients to help get you the side, its a quick way 3). Energy and pro- through your trip. to have a meal ready. Use tein bars: These are great The holiday season Woman caught stealing cement the small tupperware to items to have on hand in does not have to be a hold condiments, or your purse, carry-on or time that you completely stock up on the squeeze glove box at any time. fall off the wagon. Plan- A 54-year-oldpavers Florida woman threatens was the owner said. to sue packets from food estab- Try to choose the bars ning in advance can help arrested recently after she was caught Upright said she thought they were lishments. For this meal, that do not have a layer you stay on track. Happy stealing cement trash. Deputies said packing a side item that of frosting. This is not holidays everyone, and pavers from a home she then threatened does not perish quickly is only added sugar, but the safe travels. in Port Richey. to sue the owner be- Deputies ar- cause she hurt her rested Julie Ann Up- back on his property right just after 5 p.m. while loading the on Woodbridge blocks into her vehi- Court, when they cle. found 42 cement To make mat- decorative blocks, ters worse, the What use to be called “flirt- worth $420, in her deputy said the vehicle. blocks were stolen ing”; is now called “sexual The homeowner within a county that told detectives that was subject to a state he caught her taking of emergency de- harassment”. the blocks without clared by the gover- permission. They were part of a remod- nor under chapter 252. Send your Stingers to: eling project and were stored in the front Upright was taken to the Land O’ [email protected] yard, about four feet from the roadway, Lakes Detention Center. 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How to reach us SENTENCED of the Boland Country Store Defense Attorney John Brumbley be given jail ated, which Brumbley had - from page 1 in Wacissa and the theft of Stevenson, the two painted time, Stevenson said, it n’t, he said. As a conse - Phone, three firearms, several car - different pictures of Brum - should begin after the holi - quence, a third individual (850) 997-3568 cluded trespassing on pri - Fax, tons of cigarettes and an bley. days, so that he could spend involved in the store break- (850) 997-3774 vate property, taking or at - Email, undisclosed amount of cash, Stevenson had a code - Christmas with his family. in had never been charged, monticellonews@ tempting to take deer from among other items, accord - fendant in the Boland Store Brumbley, he said, was Deneen said. Too, he said, embarqmail.com the roadside, burglary of a Mail, ing to the Jefferson break-in testify on Brumb - being cooperative. As for the evidence suggested it P.O. Box 428 structure and grand theft. Monticello, FL 32345 County’s Sheriff’s Depart - ley’s behalf. Shelly Marie the plea agreement that the was Brumbley who had The 2017 charge was for Office, 180 West ment. Boland testified that Brum - state had withdrawn, he gone inside the store. the attachment of an im - Washington St. Brumble,y on Monday, bley was now a jobholder, a (Stevenson) had only pre - “Since December proper license plate on a ve - Publisher entered an open plea, mean - new father with a seven- sented it to Brumbley re - 2016, he’s already had one Emerald Greene Parsons hicle. ing that he had no deal with month-old son and, the vic - cently, he said. Christmas at home that he The first incident in the state and left it up to the tim of a house fire. Deneen disagreed. The wasn’t entitled to,” Deneen 2016 involved Brumbley judge to decide the sen - Stevenson argued that plea agreement had been on said. “He has been given le - being recognized as the in - tence. Brumbley should get the the table since April, which niency several times already dividual who was tracking Contact us with In the brief exchange same sentence as his code - is why it had been with - and he’s been stringing the the blood splatters of a shot between Assistant State At - fendant, who received five drawn, he said. Brumbley’s state along. I think 90 days your comments... deer on a plantation. The If you have any questions torney Andrew Deneen and years probation. Should codefendant had cooper - is pretty lenient.” second involved a break-in or concerns, call us at 850-997-3568 or visit our website at Corrections (DOC) on the sentences to be served con - charges and 150 days credit Assistant Public De - www.ecbpublishing.com PRISON from page 1 violation of probation currently. on the new charges, which fender Davis Revell repre - charges. She gave him 54 The court credited time will be deducted from sented Brumbley. Assistant which was dropped. She months with the DOC on Brumbley with 502 days of his prison sentence, as cal - State Attorney Andrew De - sentenced him to 30 months the new charges, the two jail time on the probation culated by the DOC. neen prosecuted the case. Newsroom with the Department of Senior Staff Writer Lazaro Aleman last two weeks. views, and a “self tape,” Smyrnios, is that he was cast was November 20. Staff Writer SHORE Meanwhile, he was something like a video log the last person to be This past Monday, De - from page 1 Debbie Snapp steadily posting news and of his daily life and what it brought in on the show, to cember 11, was the fourth Staff Writer From that, it was sev - updates about his career on was like. Once he sent fill that final spot. episode, right at the Lynette Veit eral smaller modeling jobs Instagram and Facebook, those in, he was brought MTV gathered its halfway mark of the eight- – ads or promotions for and it was his postings on down to Panama City “Floribama Shores” cast in show first season, which clothing and fragrance social media that caught the Beach for face-to-face in - the Panama City Beach concludes with the January companies like Armani, attention of MTV. Repre - terviews and final audi - house in May of this year, 8, 2018 broadcast. Coach and Hugo Boss – sentatives reached out to tions, along with about 60 and the cameras rolled con - Whether or not but his biggest modeling him and asked him if he or 70 other people. The en - tinuously, 24/7, day and “Floribama Shore” will Advertising job by far has been for To place an ad call had ever considered being tire process took about a night, as Smyrnios recalls, have a second season re - book covers. Look closely on a television show like month and a half, which is until nearly the end August. mains to be seen, as well as 850-997-3568 at the next romance novel Classified/Legal “Floribama,” the new real - fairly quickly, considering No days off. Not even an whether or not it will be a Lois Revels you buy; the guy on the ity show being cast at the that one of his friends on hour off. Even when you mega hit like “Jersey Ad Sales Representative cover looking back out at time, a spinoff of “Jersey the the show, cast mate Jer - were sleeping, the cameras Shore.” Only time and rat - Alison Courtney you just might be Shore” but with a decidedly emiah Buoni, spent nearly were rolling. ings will tell. Smyrnios. In about a year Southern flair. a year going through the “Floribama Shore” airs From all those curve and a half, he's been fea - For him, the audition process. on MTV, Monday nights at balls life once threw at him, tured on 40 book covers, process began with three or The reason it went so 10 p.m. eastern, 9 p.m. cen - Smyrnios has made a base Production two of them sold within the four rounds of phone inter - quickly with him, says tral time; its debut broad - hit. Graphic Design & Layout Carl Painter Graphic & Ad Design board wanted to do, Reeves in the parking lot for many explain what had happened agreed that there was an Lydia Colson SCHOOL told them, “you need to give years. The proceeds from and why. Watson, who was agreement with the two BOARD it all a little bit of thought.” the sale would go back to present at the meeting, men that was subsequently from page 1 Outlining the step-by- the district. stated that he and Sgt. not honored. The board had planned step process, he listed the Proposing an auction, Walker had tried on numer - In separate actions, the Circulation a walk-through of the build - items that would be re - he said he would advertise ous occasions to meet with board voted 4/1 to approve Service Hours, ing with the VFW to check quired: an educational plant the buses on Cooksey, but were unsuc - the resolution on behalf of M-T 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. out the HVAC system and F 8 a.m. - Noon survey showing that the fa - GovDeals.com, to get the cessful. Walker, and 3/1 on behalf of make sure everything was Subscription Rates, cility was no longer re - vehicles international expo - During the last year or Watson (board in good working order, but quired for educational sure, and would include so especially, the situation member/spouse Gladys Florida $45 per year found out from Duke En - purposes, and a newly-cre - multiple disclaimers: “as was further complicated Roann-Watson abstained Out-of-State $52 per year ergy that just turning on the ated legal description of the is,” “buyer be prepared to when the state declared the from voting in Maj. Wat - E-Pub $25 power so they could crank property from the county, tow,” “no liability,” etc. district in a state of financial son's case). up the HVAC and check it among other things. Addi - In response to ques - emergency, meaning that In other business, the Jefferson County Journal out was going to be an ex - tionally, if this was the tions, Luckey said he would the district could do nothing board voted to increase the pensive proposition. 2011 course the board wanted to simply facilitate the auction, financially without the amount the board pays for Award Winning “Can we just give it to take, the VFW needed to get setting everything up and state's oversight and permis - employee health insurance Newspaper them if we can't keep it up?” together with them and map getting all the vehicles listed sion. by $50 month per em - asked board member Bill out what the VFW needed and advertised, while the Also, current Superin - ployee, because Capital Brumfield. “Otherwise, it'll Established 2007 in order to accommodate district itself would conduct tendent Arbulu had been un - Health's premiums had just fall apart like Howard parking and access from the the sale and accept the bids, able to find a contract for gone up. The increase A weekly newspaper [USPS Middle School.” street. since it held the titles to the the original salary figures in would come to about $4000 361-620] designed for the express School Superintendent Reeves said he would vehicles. either man's personnel file. per month. Arbulu also reading pleasures of the people of its Marianne Arbulu noted that research the matter and The board voted unan - This was not unique, she pointed out that this year, there had already been email the detailed step-by- imously to go ahead with said. There were several the district still had the ben - circulation area, be they past, present problems with vandalism or future residents. step instructions to all the the auction. past instances of instruc - efit of the “large group and people jumping the board members. Mean - The item that garnered tional employees not having rates” from last year, even Published weekly by ECB fence no matter how many while, the board would also perhaps the most intense contracts. though it had considerably Publishing, Inc. , 180 West Washing - “No Trespassing” signs continue to work with the and detailed discussion was Board chair Sandra fewer employees. How - ton St. Monticello, FL 32344. Peri - there were. Others added VFW on the lease agree - the issue of back pay for Saunders said that the two ever, the following year, odicals postage PAID at the Post their thoughts of dismay at ment to keep both options Major Kent Watson and men “had worked for and 2019, the district rates Office in Monticello, Florida 32345. the vacant property slowly open. The item was tabled 1SGT Terry Walker of the earned the original salaries would be based on a much Periodicals postage paid at the slipping into a state similar until the next month's meet - Jefferson Somerset JROTC agreed upon,” and lengthy smaller number for its Post Office in Monticello, Florida to the old HMS buildings. ing. Then, whatever the program. discussions followed as to group rates, meaning that 32344. “It's not fair to the peo - board voted to do, DOE The issue goes back to whether and/or what should the premiums would go up ple in the neighborhood would have to give final ap - the 2013-14 school year, be done about it. considerably. The time for Postmaster: (surrounding JES),” said proval. when their salaries were at The action under con - the board to start shopping Send address changes to Brumfield. The district's bus fleet, one level, the amount used sideration was a resolution around for a different health MONTICELLO NEWS, P.O. Board member Charles which includes several as the base in the discussion. to bring both salaries back plan for 2019 was now, she Box 428, Monticello, FL 32345. Boland said he didn't think aging and broken down Then, both salaries were re - up to previous levels, and said. Office hours the board was allowed to buses, came up in a discus - duced without notice, but no provide back pay. The The board also tabled Open Monday-Thursday transfer property except to sion of surplussing some of one at the time would or board could vote to approve until February approval of a 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. another government agency, the vehicles. Mr. Ivery could say why that had hap - the resolution, but it was transportation policy hand - Friday 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. but according to School Luckey, the private contrac - pened. still only a resolution - it book until the district could Board Attorney George tor hired by Somerset to op - There was also a would then have to be sent work with Mr. Luckey and This newspaper reserves Reeves, it was a possibility, the right to reject any adver - erate the buses and provide change in administration at to DOE, and DOE would tailor the policies to encom - tisement, news matter, or sub - if as Shirley Washington district transportation, said that time (from Bill Brum - have to give the final, offi - pass Jefferson County's scriptions that, in the opinion also noted, “the board fol - he had been working to field to Al Cooksey) and ac - cial approval. unique position of being a of the management, will not lowed procedure.” The clean up the bus barn facil - cording to statements made, After much more dis - charter school district that be for the best interest of the VFW was, after all, a not- ity, and wanted to propose the new superintendent cussion, attorney Reeves employs a third party con - county and/or the owners of for-profit organization. selling off the broken-down never seemed to have time said that it boiled down to tractor to operate its bus this newspaper, and to inves - If this was what the tigate any advertisement sub - buses that had been sitting to meet with the two men to whether or not the board system. mitted. All photos given to ECB PROJECT The added cost of ate income range. construction phase. even though the money Publishing, Inc. for publication from page 1 construction for the ex - As part of the original Ballister on Thursday will go to Kundra and he in this newspaper must be panded facility meant that application, the Jefferson evening left the commis - will be responsible for re - said, was because the picked up no later than 6 the hotel that Kundra had County Commission had sion with the impression paying it if he fails to cre - months from the date they are scope of the project had planned to construct adja - pledged to contribute up that the expectation was ate the promised number dropped off. ECB Publishing, deviated so far from the cent would be dropped to $147,000 for the design that the commission of jobs, government enti - Inc. will not be responsible for original intention as to from the plan, making for of the roadway and other would renew its pledge of ties alone, not private in - photos beyond said deadline. make the application no an essentially different utility improvements that the $147,000 for the new dividuals, can apply for longer valid. CLASSIFIED AND LEGAL ADS project, he said. would be needed to serve project. the funding. Ballister explained Deadline for classifieds is “But it will still pro - the development. The At this point in the Kundra originally that in reviewing the mar - Monday at 3:00 p.m. for vide for the same number $147,000 pledge, which process, however, Ballis - owned and operated the Wednesday’s paper, and ket, Kundra had decided of jobs,” Ballister said, the commission withdrew ter said that all he re - Capital City Travel Center Wednesday at 3:00 p.m. to expand the size of his emphasizing a key com - when Kundra pulled his quired of the board was its at the I-10 and SR-59 in - for Friday’s paper. Dead - proposed fuel station/con - ponent of the grant, which application, broke down permission to proceed for - terchange, which facility line for Legal Advertise - venience store from ment is Monday at 3 p.m. requires that the applicant to $98,000 for the design ward with the application, was demolished as part of 12,000 to 22,000 square for Wednesday’s paper, must create so many jobs engineering, $13,000 for which permission the the plan to construct the feet, almost doubling its and Wednesday at 3 p.m. with the project. Kundra the geotechnical support, commission gave. new facility on the site. size and adding showers, for Friday’s paper. has said his project will $1,000 for the permitting, The reason that the The new development $ 00 a diesel station and other There will be a 10 charge create at minimum of 45 and $35,800 for a portion board’s approval is is to be called Lloyd amenities. for Affidavits. jobs in the low-to-moder - of the services during the needed to proceed is that Crossing. 4A • JEFFERSON COUNTY JOURNAL • FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2017 COMMUNITY NEWS Chamber Happenings

ECB Publishing Inc Photo By Emerald Parsons, December 5, 2017 Enjoying the holiday with friends and business associates during the Monticello Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce Christmas Party, from ECB Publishing Inc Photo By Debbie Snapp, November 11, 2017 left to right are:Nan Baughman, Bill Bippus, Dori Collins, and Tom and Suzi Corn Hole Tournament games were played throughout the Chamber BBQ (Guy) Isphording. Fest with several teams competing, sponsored by Kessler Construction.

ECB Publishing Inc Photo By Debbie Snapp, November 11, 2017 ECB Publishing Inc Photo By Emerald Parsons, December 5, 2017 A pig was roasted and auctioned off during the Monticello Jefferson Enjoying the holiday with friends and business associates during the County Chamber of Commerce Jefferson BBQ Fest, sponsored by John- Monticello Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce Christmas Party, from ston's Meat Market. left to right are: Justin and Rea Forehand and Bill Gunnels.

the chamber party, and location that opened in DEBBIE SNAPP ECB PUBLISHING, INC. parked her vehicle out 2013. front for guests to come The next Chamber Monticello Jefferson out to visit with her. After 5 will be held at County Chamber of The November Gelling's Floral Design, Commerce news for the Chamber After 5 was 190 East Dogwood last quarter of 2017 will held at Simpson's Nurs- Street, at North Cherry begin with the Members ery with quite a few busi- Street on Thursday, De- Christmas Party held in ness friends attending for cember 21 from 5 to 7 early December. 100+ at- a walkabout the newly p.m. This is a member's tended the Tuesday gath- constructed facility. Nurs- social and is meant to ering with several staying ery personnel were on- bring together members to chat into the evening. hand to talk about the of the business commu- Unfortunately Chamber business and owner Fred nity in a fun-filled atmos- Executive Director Kat- Beshears talked about the phere designed to rina Richardson was un- new additions to the encourage networking ECB Publishing Inc Photo By Debbie Snapp, December 5, 2017 able to come in and enjoy building and about the fu- and interaction while en- Party-goers to the Monticello Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce the party as she had in- ture of the wholesale joying tasty food and Christmas Party enjoyed a variety of goodies while visiting with other mem- juries from a fall earlier in business. The nursery drink. Members form bers. the week. She did how- employees about 150 comfortable relation- ever make a showing. Her here in Monticello and ships, which strengthens ple do business with peo- Business; Promoting was the best held to date daughter brought her to about 50 in Tennessee, a community bonds. Peo- ple they know. Promoting Monticello. with a guess of 500+ The Chamber Jeffer- passing through the en- son BBQ Fest cheered on tranceway. The Baby a few new winners this Gray Band was very-well Business Card past November. Winner received and played of the 'Best Chicken' was through the evening. The Team Pork Rindz, Scott Greased Pig Contest was McCormick. Winner of enjoyed by all, the play- Directory the 'Best Ribs' was Crom- ers and the watchers. Lots bie's Crew, Rob Crombie. of pictures and short Winner of the 'Best Pork' videos were taken of the ~Billyly Simmons~ was Bless Your Heart children, and adults chas- * Septic TankTank Contractor * BBQ, Gary Gray. Grand ing and catching the six Champion and Over-all little piggies. Vendors did New Installation • Repair • Pumping Winner was Crombie's rather-well too. Their Backhoe & Hauling LAND CLEARING • DIG PONNDS • FILL DIRT • DRIVE- Crew, Rob Crombie. Peo- booths stayed filled with WAY & CULVERT INSTATALLATIONT • ROAD BUILDING ple's Choice Winner was customers and browsers. 850-997-08- 77 850-509-1465 Team Pork Rindz, Scott The January 9, 2018 McCormick. The 'Best Membership Luncheon FDOT CERTIFIED LICCENSED AND INSURED Pie' Contest Winner was will be held at 12 p.m. on Lisa Reasoner Hall. The Tuesday, catered by Rev annual BBQ Fest event Cafe.

Complete Septic • Service Repair Lot Preparring • Land Clearing Thomas B.. Scott, Sr. 339 Alexander Rd., Lamont, FL. 32366 Elizabeth Baptist Church phone:phone: 997-5536997-5536 cell:cell: 933-3620933-3620 Christmas Music Program: ‘All is Well’ th THIS SPACE December 17 IS SAVED 11:00 a.m. JUST FOR Christmas Eve YOU! CALL ALISON Candlelight Service @ December 24th • 6 p.m. (850) 4124 Bassett Dairy Rd ~ Monticello, FL (850) 997-8444 997-3568 www.ebcmonticello.com COMMUNITY NEWS JEFFERSON COUNTY JOURNAL • FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2017 • 5A Thank you COMMUNITY CALENDAR [email protected] OR (850) 997-3568 The family of the late Deacon Benjamin "Ben" Johnson, would December 15 Monticello, there is plenty to check in. For text alerts of like to thank many friends and family members for their prayers, Monticello Jamboree Band of parking in the rear of the Club news and events to performs at 7 p.m. on Friday building. www.jefferson- your smart phone text JEF- cards, flowers and kind expressions during the bereavement of at 625 South Water Street. artsgallery.com Facebook: FARES to 84483. For infor- our beloved deacon. Come enjoy good dance JeffersonartsgalleryJAG mation contact Andy Rudd A special thanks to Rev. Kassalando Brooks and Sweetfield music, doorprizes, cold and December 18 at 850-694-6006 or Missionary Baptist Church family. hot soft drinks, and snacks. American Legion Post 234 [email protected]. The caring staff of Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, also Hagan This is a nonprofit charita- at 5 p.m. on third Monday at December 19 & Bradwell funeral home. ble event. Donations are ac- Teen Center on Tiger Lane. Jefferson County RJ Bailar May God bless and keepAline each Johnsonof you. cepted. For more For more information con- Public Library Baby Story information contact Darlene tact Commander Mack Time with Courtney Ni- Aldrich at 850-556-5218. Benjamin at 850-997-5977. colou (ages up to 2) at 10 December 15, 18, 20 December 18 a.m. on Tuesdays. For infor- AA meeting at 7:30 p.m. on Jefferson County Lions mation call 850-342-0205. Mondays, Wednesdays, and Club at 1 p.m. on the first December 19 Fridays at the Lloyd Monday at the Brick House Jefferson County Humane Woman’s Club, Old Lloyd Eatery and 5:30 p.m. on the Society general meeting at Road. For information call third Monday at the county 6:30 p.m. on third Tuesday 850-251-0278. health department annex. at Wolf Creek Pet Adoption December 16 For more information about Center, 2123 East Washing- Brandi H. Alvarado, daughter of Wilfredo and Laura Alvarado Jefferson Arts Gallery has this service organization and ton Street. Call 850-342- 30 of Monticello, has been selected to compete in the state finals on display in the Gallery its its fundraising efforts, con- 0244 for more information YEARS for the title of Florida’s Favorite Pre-Teen. Holiday Members Show, 'A tact Lion Debbie at 850- or to volunteer. ago ------Few of Our Favorite 997-0901. Amanda Meagan Dull celebrated her first birthday on December Things,' The exhibit will run December 18 Dec. 16, 1987 9. She is the daughter of Bill and Laura Dull, of Lamont. The Great Southern through January 3, 2018. EOC Amateur Radio Oper- BBQ Fundraiser $30 Regular gallery hours are: ators net call at 8 p.m. on Wednesdays and Saturdays Monday on repeater Jarret S. Jones, of Monticello, recently enlisted into the United from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., or WX4JEF (145.430, minus SnappHappy States Air Force’s Delayed Enlistment Program, according to 20 TSgt. Jim Greene, local Air Force Recruiter. Jones, a 1996 grad- call 850-997-3311 for an ap- offset, pl tone 94.8) All are Feral Cat YEARS uate of Jefferson County High School, is scheduled for enlist- pointment. Located at 575 invited to tone in and li- Sanctuary ago ment into the regular Air Forcce in March 1998. West Washington Street in censed operators are urged Dec. 17, 1997 Butt, Ham, Sausage, ------Rib, Bacon The musical legacy of Charles Edward Dean, former Monticello NOTICE resident, continues with the awarding of his memorial trumpet December 28, 2017 each year to a sixth grade student in Alachua County. Monticello City Hall will be closed Pick-up Between 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. During Downtown Christmas events, Friday Dec. 7, Jack Lacy on the following holidays: was named the first place winner in the Cub Scouts Pack #808 Monticello News 10 chili cook-off contest, for his spicy entry. Marty Sneagle won th th December 25 and December 26 180 W. Washington St. agoYEARS second place and Michelle Duval took third place. Monticello, FL ------st Dec. 14, 2007 Jefferson Elementary School hosted its annual Spelling Bee con- January 1 test Tuesday, Dec. 4. The first place winner was Felix Serna and the overall school runner-up Takayla Broxie. There will be no city garbage pickup ------Buddy Streit, president of the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Big those days. Contact Bend, presented Gerrold Austin with a watch plaque, and a Recycling will NOT take place on th Debbie Snapp check, Nov. 15, after 10 years of dedicated service. Wednesday, December 27 at 850-997-0901 s s s u l e P c

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Debbie Snapp be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on December ECB PUBLISHING, INC. Debbie Snapp ECB PUBLISHING, INC. 15. The public is invited to join with neighbors and friends, and to bring fam- LaTasha Jones will First Baptist Church Monticello will ily members to dine with them. graduate Magna Cum host a Community Christmas Dinner in For more information, contact the Laude from Florida A&M its Family Ministry Center located at church at 850-997-2349. This is a free University on Saturday, 325 West Washington Street. event. A gift to the community. Rev. December 16, with a The Friday evening gathering will Sean Vickers, pastor. Bachelor of Science de- gree in Early Childhood Education. She is a 2006 graduate Photo Submitted December 12, 2017 of Jefferson County High 2017 FAMU Graduate LaTasha Jones. School and the daughter of Ollie Jones, of Monticello, and the late Randy Jones. LaTasha is a part of Kappa Delta Pi Education Honor Society, National Honor Julianne Shoup Society of Collegiate Scholars, and National Society of Leadership. She is also a two-term Honor Roll recipient and a three-term Dean's List recip- Jefferson County Extension ient. She enjoys reading in her free time and caring for the elderly. Family & Consumer Science Extension Agent 850-342-0187 • [email protected] LaTasha is a longtime member of New Bethel AME Church in Monticello, where Rev. Jimmie F. Dickey is pastor. Managing Holiday Stress Olive Baptist Church The holidays are a wonderful time Walking after meals, putting fruits for family, presents, meals together and and veggies on our plates first (before holds Giveaway celebration, but they can also have their there isn’t any room left for them), tak- stressful moments. It could be travel- ing some time for yourself to decom- ing, weather, preparing for company, press, and trying not to overindulge in shopping for gifts, or unhappy children unhealthy food, alcohol, etc. will help Debbie Snapp who are off their normal schedules. you feel better and leave you better pre- ECB PUBLISHING, INC. To help keep your stress to a mini- pared to deal with stress. The Olive Baptist mum I’d like to share some tips from 4. Manage Your Thoughts: The Church family will hold a one of our UF Extension specialists, Dr. way you think about things can have a 'Giveaway' on December Heidi Radunovich. big impact on how stressful an event is Monticello Heidi’s Strategies for Holiday Stress 16, in the for you. If you experience the same News parking lot, from 10 1. Plan Ahead and Get Organized: event as someone else, but you both a.m. to 1 p.m. Many of us are so busy with our daily have different thoughts about it, then Church Pastor David lives that we often don’t feel as though that can affect the way you feel. L. During and Youth Pas- we have time to plan ahead for the hol- Once we are upset, it can be hard to tor M. David Prevatt in- idays. Try to take care of things ahead think of things differently, but trying to of time, such as shopping for gifts and take another perspective can help. For vite the community, and Photo Submitted, December 12, 2017 completing holiday cards so that you example, if a clerk at the airport is rude, especially children ages Olive Baptist Church Youth Pastor M. David 3-17, to this special Satur- Prevatt, left, and Olive Baptist Church Pastor can reduce your workload when the rather than taking it personally, you day event. David L. During, right, invite the community to a holidays arrive. Create lists of things could think that maybe this person is The members will be Saturday morning giveaway. to be done and purchased and set a having a bad day. Reframing the diffi- giving away $25 gift budget. If your list is too long, take culties in a more positive way can help drinks, and more. To re- For more details con- cards for Payless Shoes, care of the highest priority items and us have a sense of gratitude. ceive a gift card the chil- tact Wayne Prevatt at hotdogs, chips, cold consider skipping the less important For example, even though it’s an- dren must be present. 850-879-4262. items or delegate them to someone else. noying to get a flat tire when you’re 2. Set Realistic Expectations: Many getting ready to leave, it’s better than it of the images we see in movies and on happening on the road or highway TV can lead us to believe that a “per- where it could cause an accident. Re- Want FREE Tickets? fect” holiday is realistic, and we may member that the better you’re able to   feel pressured to expect too much from manage your thoughts, the more you’ll ourselves, others, and the holiday itself. enjoy yourself.   Rather than expecting your holiday to For more tips and information on be “perfect,” focus on the real meaning upcoming events, check out the UF    of the season. The ultimate goal is to IFAS Jefferson County Extension Face- enjoy quality time with the people you book page or give us a call at 850-342- 
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Aucilla Christian Academy Spelling Bee Winners, pictured from left to right are: First Place Winner Kaitlyn Tharpe, Second Place Winner Laney Cruce, and Third Place Winner Hayden Ashworth. 1st place; Laney Cruce, 2nd Family Ministry Center, DEBBIE SNAPP ECB PUBLISHING, INC. place; and Hayden Ash- on West Walnut Street and worth, 3rd place. South Water Street. Aucilla Christian These three ACA The community is in- Academy held its Spelling Bee winners will vited to attend this special Spelling Bee recently. Be- go on to compete in the event. Encouraging these ginning with three class- Jefferson County Spelling students and praising room winners then on to Bee. The competition will them for a job well-done the three school winners. be held at 7 p.m. on Janu- is just what they will need The three ACA win- ary 18, 2018 at the First to move on to the Florida Photo submitted ners are: Kaitlyn Tharpe, United Methodist Church state competition.

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Danny Jackson, Pharmacist Improves: Photo submitted • Blood flow in the arteries of the heart • Symptoms of clogged arteries, chest pain or School Network, it was stressed out, and he just angina, and blood pressure STORY SUBMITTED an historic vote and a first couldn't get himself under • Walking distance in patients with intermittent leg in Florida, and possibly control. cramping and weakness When the Jefferson the nation! It was a deci- • Erectile dysfunction and coronary artery disease And what I saw was County School Board sive move by the school eight people,” and at this voted to turn over their K- board to help turn around point in the video, Oliver 850-216-1021 • 1350 E. Mahan Dr. • Suite B1 • TTaallahassee 12 programs to the Som- their community’s gets emotional, breaks his erset Academy Charter schools. Some in the speech, turns his head community may not have away, and apologizes for known what to expect, it. "Sorry, I've never done Heroes Among Us and some parents may that before… They stood have had concerns. around him, and they let While Jefferson him fall apart, and then County School employees they picked him up. That could re-interview, Som- is a big deal because no Army Veteran SHERRY BURNARD erset was to be in charge one else ever picked that of all hiring. And one of kid up. And he hugged us Sherry Covington Burnard is a United States Army Veteran. those hires came to be all, and he walked away. She enlisted into military service in 1982. Her Basic Training Principal Cory Oliver. And he comes every day, was completed at Ft. Jackson, SC. At the time she was raising a One of the hallmarks of every day he comes to daughter, and says it was hard for her being out and on her own. effective teachers and school. But that was the She was traveling on the Interstate and saw this great big sign great educators is that first day that people who stating “Uncle Sam Needs You!” and she knew it was there for they care. Caring and didn't have to care, cared, her, and so began her service career as a Unit Supply Specialist. compassion go a long and it meant the world to Burnard says that she would have continued in the mili- way to set the tone for him." tary if an automobile accident hadn't ended it. “I felt like what kind of community Oliver represents all the military was where I belonged. I loved it. I was told and culture will develop the faculty and staff at what to do every day. So, I couldn't go wrong.” within a school system. Jefferson-Somerset, a When her days in the service came to an end, she re- In a video interview dedicated team of caring turned to civilian life and got a job as a convenient store with Principal Oliver ti- and competent individu- manager. In 1999 she moved to Jefferson County and tled " Helping Hands," als. The faculty and staff got herself very much involved in the community. She Oliver relays an experi- work diligently to provide loves it in Monticello, where she's made lots of ence that set the tone for a safe, secure learning en- friends. She is an active member of the American Legion the new year and the new vironment that nurtures Post 49 and Auxiliary Unit 49. Sherry is the mother of two direction of Jefferson the children to become children and has a grandson. County K-12 - A Somer- the best possible learners. dly Support Our Local Farme set Academy. Jefferson-Somerset is Proudly "We have a student a tuition-free public char- Residential population with high ter school, located at 50 shared needs. In my first couple David Road, Monticello, Agricultural • Commercial of weeks of school, a FL 32344. For further in- with you young man came in and formation on school en- 850-997-2141 he was really having a rollment please call thanks to: Servicing Jefferson County & Surrounding Areas for Over 50 Years problem, he was really 850-997-3555 TV WEEKLY JEFFERSON COUNTY JOURNAL • FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2017 • 9A

look at some serious issues. High Marks Robbie is wonderful as By Paul Hall the champion skater. She ex- hibits the range of emotions Tonya Harding is a name you would expect from that lives in figure skating in- someone who at one moment famy. There are some amaz- is at the pinnacle while the ing accomplishments next is reaching the deepest attached to her name, but she depths. She delivers lines and is probably more known for emotions both effortlessly the infamous attack on a rival and with a flair that grabbed than for what she did on the take on such a young student, her mom, in what should available to people of her so- on her chief rival Nancy Ker- me and held me in a trance. ice. In the new film I, Tonya The Tonya Harding we get a glimpse into just but LaVona was not one to have been a safe place. But cial and economic stature. rigan at the U.S. Figure Skat- take no for an answer. Tonya, stuck in this cycle of Judges marked her down for ing Championships. story is sad in many ways, but what life may have been like it is an amazing glimpse into for the figure skater who As Tonya grew, her violence, always believed her not being like the other girls, The story of Tonya mom pushed her at every turn mother when she said she even when she was skating Harding is a rags-to-riches the mind of someone who broke the mold. overcame everything to be a At a young age, Tonya both literally and figuratively. loved her. That may have circles around them. tale, with more rags than LaVona viewed it as motivat- been part of what held her in As our tale progresses, riches and more heartache champion. I, Tonya gets high Harding (Margot Robbie) marks from this judge. could skate. She was intro- ing her daughter, but to the her relationship with Jeff we get to the incident, the one than joy. It is the perfect outside eye, many would Gillooly (Sebastian Stan). that Tonya expects everyone backdrop for this film that duced to her coach Diane (Ju- Paul's Grade: A- lianne Nicholson) when view it as abusiveness. Striv- The cycle of abuse continued wants to see: the story of the takes a somewhat humorous Tonya's mother LaVona (Al- ing to do her best, and not let with Jeff. He "loved" her but attack lison Janney) had her skate her mom down, Tonya would couldn't stop from hitting her. her way into Diane's class. It frequently be bullied like no And all the while, she still wasn't normal for Diane to child should have to endure. kept skating, perfecting a TV And that bullying came from craft that didn't seem to be Top Picks

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day, December 14th and restaurants will be much STORY SUBMITTED th 15 from 6-9 p.m. each easier. We’ve rearranged evening. the event layout and pro- There’s a chill in the “Victorian Christmas grammed it with authentic air, the wreaths are hung, has been redesigned this Victorian era entertain- and Thomasville is in the year,” says Sarah Turner, ment. You’ll still find holiday spirit! Join us in City of Thomasville your classic favorites, as historic Downtown events director. “You’ll well as a few things we Thomasville for the 31st find the event to be sim- hope will be favorite new Annual Victorian Christ- pler to navigate and ac- traditions.” mas, Thursday and Fri- cess to shops and Victorian Christmas will host dozens of food vendors with cuisines ranging from warm stews and tacos to funnel cakes and homemade chocolate covered cherries. An after dinner stroll will take you through the many world- Photo submitted class shopping options Guests enjoying Victorian Christmas. available in Downtown. The Living Nativity 1209 S. Jefferson St. (located on Jefferson Street) is a not-to-be- Monticello, Florida missed program put on by First Baptist Church that features talented actors and live animals. Throughout both evenings, leisurely horse- and-carriage rides will also be offered in this area. Let the hoof clops of horses transport you back to the Victorian time. A full slate of excit- ing programming will be showcased at the brand Photo submitted new park and amphithe- Live Nativity, presented by First Baptist Church ater in Downtown. Deco- rated for Christmas, the Saint Nick himself magic, Victorian pan- movies. Scrooge, Santa, park and amphitheater is will be on-site listening to tomimes, jugglers, fire animated comedy and the perfect setting to Christmas wishes in his performers, and musi- carols, all dramatized on enjoy the high school newly-redesigned Victo- cians. Watch actors tell screen by a live showman marching and jazz bands, rian Christmas display. If the tales of yesteryear and singer/pianist. The local chorus groups, com- you don’t have time to while carolers sing the audience participates in munity dance troupes, and wait in line, drop your let- songs of the season. Walk the fun, creating sound ef- more. ters to Santa at The Book- through the Victorian Vil- fects and joining in the shelf on Broad Street or lage where you’ll be chants and sing-alongs. the Fuzzy Goat on West treated to scenes of Victo- The 31st annual Victo- Jackson Street and they’ll rian life complete with rian Christmas is FREE make sure Santa receives costumed characters and and no tickets are required them. You’ll also find entertainers. for admission. Join us in blacksmith and candle Join us in the Munic- Downtown Thomasville making demonstrations, ipal Auditorium to travel on Thursday and Friday, marshmallow toasting back in time with the December 14th and 15th and chestnut roasting, and boisterous fun of Amer- from 6-9 p.m. both nights. s’mores making through- ica’s only Victorian For more information, out the area. Magic Lantern Show! An visit us online at www.thomasvillega.com Enjoy authentic Vic- authentic 1890s visual ex- torian street performances travaganza projected on a or call the Thomasville throughout the down- full-sized screen- the kind Visitors Center at 229- town. Marvel at close-up of show that led to the 228-7977.

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FARM & OUTDOORS JEFFERSON COUNTY JOURNAL • FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2017 • 11A Hartsfield takes 1st Emergency nd Conservation and 2 place wins Program Assistance Available in 54 Florida Counties The Emergency Con- The following types of servation Program (ECP) measures may be eligible: provides emergency funding • removing debris from and technical assistance to farmland farmers and ranchers to re- • grading, shaping, or habilitate farmland damaged releveling severely damaged by natural disasters and to farmland implement emergency water • restoring permanent conservation measures in pe- fences riods of severe drought. • restoring conservation The following area structures and other similar counties are eligible for ECP installations assistance: Dixie, Hamilton, Producers who suffered Jefferson, Leon, Levy, Madi- a loss from a natural disaster son, Suwannee, Taylor, and should contact their local Wakulla. FSA Office for ECP dead- For land to be eligible, lines. the natural disaster must cre- To be eligible for assis- ate new conservation prob- tance, practices must not be lems that, if untreated, started until all of the fol- would: lowing are met: • be so costly to rehabil- • an application for cost- itate that Federal assistance share assistance has been is or will be needed to return filed the land to productive agri- • the local FSA County cultural use Committee (COC) or its rep- • is unusual and is not resentative has conducted an Photo Submitted December 2, 2017 the type that would recur fre- onsite inspection of the dam- Kathleen Hartsfield brought home two winning ribbons from the recent Hands & Hearts for Horses quently in the same area aged area Horse Show in Thomasville, GA. She took 1st place for Horsemanship and 2nd place for Trail. Kathleen •affect the productive • the Agency responsi- is the daughter of Bill and Mary Hartsfield of Monticello. capacity of the farmland ble for technical assistance, impair or endanger the land such as the Natural Resource • A producer qualifying Conservation Service for ECP assistance may re- (NRCS), has made a needs ceive cost-share levels not to determination, which may exceed 75 percent of the eli- include cubic yards of earth- FWC charges 3 in connection gible cost of restoration moving, etc., required for re- measures. No producer is el- habilitation igible for more than For more information $200,000 cost sharing per about ECP, please visit to shark dragging video natural disaster occurrence. www.fsa.usda.gov. other disturbing images cruelty. We thank the or text Tip@MyFWC. STORY SUBMITTED on social media involving Florida Fish and Wildlife com. shocking disregard for Conservation Commis- The suspects and The Florida Fish and Florida’s natural re- sion for their work in in- their charges are as fol- Wildlife Conservation sources. vestigating these crimes, lows: Commission (FWC) and “As we’ve said since and we stand with them, Michael Wenzel Hillsborough County this video and other im- along with Florida’s fish- (DOB 06/07/1996) of State Attorney’s Office ages came to light, these ing and hunting commu- Palmetto, Florida announced charges actions have no place in nities, and all those who • Two felony counts against three individuals Florida, where we treas- cherish our precious natu- of Aggravated Animal connected to a video of a ure and conserve our nat- ral resources, in con- Cruelty (Third-degree The Jefferson Journal shark being dragged be- ural resources for demning the torture of our felony). hind a boat at high speed. everyone,” said Commis- marine wildlife,” said An- • One misdemeanor The charges resulted from sion Chairman Bo Rivard. drew H. Warren, State At- count of Illegal Method of Fish & Game a four-month long inves- “We appreciate the pa- torney for the 13th Take – Shark (Second-de- Feeding Chart tigation into the video and tience and support of the Judicial Circuit. gree misdemeanor). public as our law enforce- During the course of Sponsored by ment investigators the investigation, FWC Robert Lee Benac (DOB worked with the Hillsbor- officers confirmed nu- 04/2/1989) of Bradenton, ough County State Attor- merous criminal viola- Florida Levy County ney’s Office to identify a tions, resulting in felony • Two felony counts of number of serious viola- and misdemeanor Aggravated Animal Cru- Man arrested tions that will be brought charges. Investigators elty (Third-degree to the courts for adjudica- conducted exhaustive re- felony). tion. It is our hope these search into the suspects’ • One misdemeanor count for intentionally charges will send a clear social media activity, con- of Illegal Method of Take message to others that this ducted numerous inter- – Shark (Second-degree starting wildfire kind of behavior involv- views and spoke with a misdemeanor). 1-850-997-2141 STORY SUBMITTED ing our fish and wildlife number of subject matter Serving Jefferson & Surrounding will not be tolerated.” experts on sharks. Spencer Heintz (DOB Counties for Over 50 Years! The Florida Depart- “The State Attorney’s The public can help 10/14/1994) of Palmetto, ment of Agriculture and Office is committed to by reporting suspected vi- Florida www.plantationgas.com Consumer Services’ Of- holding these men ac- olations to the FWC. To • Two felony counts of How to use: the major and minor feeding fice of Agricultural Law countable for having en- make a report, call the Aggravated Animal Cru- times for each day are listed below. The Enforcement today ar- gaged in such senseless Wildlife Alert Hotline at elty (Third-degree major feeding times are the best for the rested Seth Myers, 19, of and unjustifiable animal 888-404-FWCC (3922) felony). sportsman and last about 2 hours, the Levy County for inten- minor feeding times can also have good success, but last only about 1 hour. tionally starting a small wildfire in the midst of Get Real auto insurance The Week of one of the busiest wildfire that comes with a real Agent years, which burned more December 15-22, 2017 than 200,000 acres in total Get real answers about your auto insurance from a real, local agent. Major Feed Times are marked by an asterisk (*) and prompted a declared Call today for a free, no-obligation quote on your Auto, Home, and Life coverage. State of Emergency, since December 15 4:12AM December 19 7:37AM 2011. *9:19AM 12:03AM The Florida Forest 3:22PM 6:18PM www.floridafarmbureau.com Service found the small 850-997-2213 *9:42PM 12:27PM wildfire in unincorporated 105 W. Anderson St.•Monticello Levy County to be suspi- December 16 5:05AM December 20 8:24AM cious and contacted the Freddy Pitts 10:05AM 12:51AM Office of Agricultural Law Agency Manager 24/7 Claims Service 4:02PM 7:08PM [email protected] 10:28PM 1:15PM Enforcement to investi- Call 1-866-275-7322 gate. Following the inves- Glen L. King tigation, Agricultural Law Agent December 17 5:57AM December 21 9:07AM Enforcement officers [email protected] 10:52AM 1:39AM charged Myers with one 4:44PM 8:00PM count of intentionally ---- 2:02PM burning land, a felony of *Florida Farm Bureau General Insurance Co. December 18 6:49AM December 22 9:47AM the third degree. He was *Florida Farm Bureau Casualty Insurance Co. arrested without incident *Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance Co., Jackson, MS Auto • Home • Life 11:16PM 2:26AM and transported to the 5:29PM 8:54PM

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