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50¢ JULY 16, 2009 THURSDAY ThE BakER COUNty PREss 80th Year, Vol. 12 • Winner of 9 state awards for journalism excellence in 2008 Transportaon work to shi traffic paerns in downtown Macclenny, Taylor See page 2 Two swine flu cases at NEFSH Trio lured girls Precauons taken with staff members, paents for sex by using JOEL ADDINGTON NEWS EDITOR [email protected] MySpace site wo male paents at North- east Florida State Hospital Three men are charged with Ingram, 22, charged with the multiple crimes for allegedly Internet crime for arranging to were confirmed to have the HH1N11N1 influenza was T setting up a sexual encounter have both girls meet him after nec-nec- virus, commonly known as swinee flu, on SSunday,unday, with girls ages 14 and 15 dur- they snuck out late on July 3 es-es- ing the night of July 3 and early from a residence off Bob Kirk- July 12. sary.sary. ThatThat morning hours of July 4. land Rd. north of Macclenny. Early last week hospital staff isolated thee paents a er they would’ve scared Confirmed cases The case marks the first time According to the report, one of displayed flu-like symptoms and results fromm a rapid ininfluenzafluenza A a lot of people.” in Baker County a defendant is charged under the victims was spending the test came back posive. AccordingAccording to the statute forbidding use of the night with the other. Health department epidemiologist Vivian CCrewsrews said 90 percent the Centers fforor Internet to set up the illegal ac- From there they went to Mr. of the me, influenza A turns out to be swinee flflu.u. DiseaseDisease ControControll tivity. It is a Lamb’s resi- The results triggered the disbursement off Tamiflu,Tamiflu, a drug used and Prevention third-degree dence where for both treatment and prevenon of influenza,enza, to 52 other pa-pa- inin Atlanta,Atlanta, peoplepeople felony they played ents and 80 staff members, plus the quarannenne ooff two living aar-r- with ininfluenzafluenza Calvin Two rapes the drinking eas at the facility. are contagious one day before (Lee) Lamb, game “beer “That means the only people going in andd out are assigned to symptomssymptoms appear anandd no mmoreoree 21, of Glen St. pong.” The those areas and the paents can’t leave,” saidaid Joe InInfanno,fanno, the than seven days a er.er. Mary, Ster- reported this girl whose hospital’s chief administrator. TheThe center advises anyone with flu-like ling West, mother on Both he and Ms. Crews were confident thehe containment mea-mea- symptomssymptoms consuconsultlt a doctor and ototherwiseherwise 21, and Al- July 4 alert- sures have worked. They said the two infectedd paents are recoverrecover-- remain home for seven days or unl the symp-symp- Confirmed cases len (Bryant) week as well ed police ing well and that nobody else is displaying anyny flu-likeflu-like symptoms. toms subside, whichever is longer.longer. in Florida Ingram, 22, to the inci- “They’ve done everything they can do,” Ms.s. Crews said Tuesday HealthHealth officialsofficials also urge the public to cover both of Mac- dent, said morning. “It looks like they’ve contained it. There’sThere’s been no more mouthsmouths whenwhen coughingcoughing or sneezing, and to washwash Swine flu deaths clenny, were See page 4 her judge- infecons.” hands frequentlyfrequently to prevent the spread ooff all fluflu in Florida arrested July ment was The quaranne could be li ed as soon ass Wednesday, July 15, strains.strains. 6 after inter- impaired provided the paents are sll feeling well and show no symsymp-p- Ms.Ms. Crews said tthehe hhealthealth department hhasas hadhad one views with sheriff’s investigator and admitted to both drinking toms. otherother case of confirmed swine flu for Baker County, though David Morgan. Mr. West is the and having sex. The Press was told about the quaranne byby an acquaintance ooff the paent was hospitalized in Jacksonville at the meme.. son of former Wildcat football Mr. West is charged with a NEFSH employee. TheThe department has sent fifiveve or six samples fforor tesng ooff coach Carl West, who now lives having sex with one of the girls Ms. Crews said no public alerts for swine flfluu were issued by the thethe H1N1 virusvirus,, sshehe added. out of the area. — the report does not specify health department because the infected personsersons were conconfinedfined StatewideStatewide there have been more than 17001700 confirmedconfirmed cases ooff The alleged ringleader of the which — in the bathroom of the to the hospital and there were no indicaonss thethe virus hadhad spread swineswine flflu,u, which resulted in 10 deaths. tryst that took place at a resi- residence. Police later found into the community. “And“And most all ofof those have had underlying condions,condions,”” said dence off SR 125 north of Glen “Those paents were contained,” she said.id. ““II didndidn’t’t ffeeleel that Ms.Ms. CrewsCrews.. St. Mary was Allen (Bryant) See page 2» Vehicles Nine journalism vs. tree accidents awards for Press The Baker JOEL ADDINGTON County Press was recognized with NEWS EDITOR [email protected] nine awards for journalism excel- Two drivers ran off Baker lence — including County roadways this past two first place hon- week, slamming into trees and ors — in this year’s causing serious injuries. Florida Press Asso- Edmund L. Ratliffe, 52, of ciation (FPA) Better Wadesboro, N.C. did so in his Weekly Newspaper 1988 semi-truck while heading Contest. west on Interstate 10 the eve- Contest entries, ning of July 13. all published in The driver was not wear- 2008, were culled ing a seat belt about 6:30 pm down last April in when the truck traveled onto Tallahassee, where the shoulder, jack-knifed and The Press com- struck a tree, according to the peted against other Florida Highway Patrol (FHP). weekly newspapers “He just veered off the road with circulations Joel Addington, Kelley Lannigan and Jessica Preva like he fell asleep; no swerving under 7000 [cur- PG ,1 J7Y A33J`B` rent circulation or nothing,” said witness and Edmund Ratliffe’s semi in the trees of the westbound shoulder of I-10 the evening of July 13. Macclenny resident Jennifer 5700]. Final decisions were made by journalism professors from the Smith. state’s universities. The local firefighter pulled The awards were presented June 11 during a lunchtime banquet at “They had to cut him out.” Johns, 18, and two passengers, “In speaking with the doc- The Breakers resort in Palm Beach. over and ran to the truck’s The accident slowed traffic Aaron Brooks, 15, and Mitchell tors and nurses that are helping crumpled cab. Editor and publisher Jim McGauley emceed the ceremony as his on the interstate around mile McDermitt, 16, were traveling them out, we know it will not be last duty as FPA board chairman, a year-long rotating post that will “He was laying in the floor- marker 339 east of the Mac- eastbound above the posted an easy road ahead for any of board unresponsive,” she said. be occupied by Jim Doughton, publisher of the Gainesville Sun, in the clenny exits for more than two speed limit about 2:00 am when them,” said Chris Apromollo, a coming year. hours while emergency person- the vehicle left the roadway and long-time friend to Mr. Brooks “The last 13 months have been quite an educational experience, nel cleared the scene. traveled about 250 feet before and Mr. Johns, in an e-mail to and I am fortunate to have had the office during a time when news- Mr. Ratliffe was taken to striking a tree on the north The Press July 12. papers both large and small are transitioning. The industry is literally Shands Jacksonville with seri- shoulder, according to FHP. He said Mr. Johns suffered a being re-invented before our eyes,” said Mr. McGauley, who has been ous injuries. Mr. Brook sand Mr. Johns, broken leg, pelvis and toes and on FPA’s governing board five years and will continue as immediate All three occupants of a two- both of Glen St. Mary, were underwent surgery. past chairman. Details of door Saturn that slammed into wearing seat belts while Mr. “Aaron has multiple bro- Baker County’s oldest newspaper — a consistent winner in the an- a tree on Bob Kirkland Road in McDermitt, the back seat pas- ken toes, two broken femurs, nual contest — won top honors in two categories, business writing and the early morning hours of July senger, was not. a punctured lung, broken rubs front page makeup. 11 shared the same fate as the The FHP report gave no indi- and slight swelling and bleeding News editor Joel Addington’s story about the impact of Watson Sanderson truck driver. cation that alcohol was a factor on the brain,” Mr. Apromollo Home Builders’ financial woes on Heritage Oaks homeowners took The car’s driver, Justin in the accident. plane crash See page 2» See page 2» bakercountypress.com COVERING BAKER COUNTY SINCE 1929 released ONLINE POLL RESULTS 63% No The county’s most professional and extensive source for news, classified, display and real estate listings Should St. Mary’s Shoals Park 26% No trees 904.259.2400 •• 904.259.6502 Fax – See page 5 mber be clear cut, instead of should be cut. www.bakercountypress.com thinned, to raise more money? 9% Yes [email protected] Visit our website and vote each week in our online poll. Page 2 The Baker County Press Thursday, July 16, 2009 CSX will replace crossing at 121 Press wins 9 awards Traffic patterns in down- South 5th. in FPA annual contest town Macclenny will be dis- CSX schedules six to eight «From page 1 in the environmental/conserva- rupted July 20-31 during freight trains through Baker tion category for her story about replacement of the railroad County daily, down somewhat first place, as did production and advertising director Jessica the use of coffee grounds for a crossing at SR 121 (South 6th due to the sagging economy. greener lawn. St.), a major north-south ar- Ms. Busscher also advises Prevatt’s design of the June 26, 2008 edition’s front page. A piece about why cats and tery. motorists be aware of two oth- The latter entry featured a low-hanging Christmas tree or- Through traffic will be deer ongoing projects in Baker prominent photo by features naments don’t mix also secured toured onto South 5th and County: reporter Kelley Lannigan that her third place in the humorous then back onto 121 via West • Lane closures south of judges called “the best group shot column category. Lowder (CR 23A) at the Mac- Taylor along CR 125 during we saw in our class.” Other com- Other awards included: clenny post office. The detour the day as about five miles are ments touted the page’s strong Honorable mention for Mr. will likely cause backups at being resurfaced. Also, drain visual impact, non cookie-cutter McGauley’s spot news photo of a key stop lights such as US 90 pipes are being installed in the appearance, good typography, man using a water hose to douse at 5th St. and Lowder at 6th same area. and large quantity of news. a mobile home fire, Ed Hall’s St. • Painting of road lines Mr. Addington’s entry was third-place editorial cartoon Pedestrian traffic will be along SR 121 from the Union praised for putting a local face about the voter-approved prop- routed to West McIver or County line north to Interstate on a nationwide issue. “A good erty tax amendment proposed by Railroad Aves. 10 and along US 90’s total spotlight on a bad situation, and Governor Charlie Crist, a third- According to Gina Busscher width through the county. the story flowed very well,” com- place graphic from Ms. Prevatt, of the Florida Department of FDOT reminds motor- mented the judges. and The Press Web site, which took second place. Transportation’s regional of- ists not to travel between the Mr. Addington also received honorable mention in the sports fice in Lake City, the detour safety truck and paint truck Advertising Deadline will be in effect about 8:00 am to avoid getting paint on ve- feature category for a profile of an eighth grade wrestler with a Monday next Monday and the work hicles. 5:00 pm should be complete by 5:00 bright future. PG ,1 J7Y A33J`B` Ms. Lannigan placed second NO EXCEPTIONS! the afternoon of July 31. Repaving on CR 125 in Taylor. CSX Transportation is re- placing the rubber crossing with a concrete one designed to last longer and offer a smoother crossing for vehicles. In addition, medians will be constructed on both sides of the crossing to prevent vehicles from going around crossing gates. Semi-trucks approaching or leaving the Walmart Distribu- tion Center east of Macclenny will be urged to exit and enter the interstate at either CR 125 in Glen St. Mary or US 301 in Baldwin to avoid having to negotiate a turn at US 90 and Trio lures girls for sex «From page 1 items that appear to confirm the victim’s version. Mr. Lamb allegedly had sexual intercourse with both the girls in a bedroom while the two others plus a male witness, 19, from Macclenny, who was not charged, watched. Mr. Ingram said he met one of the teen girls at a recent party, and had been in touch via MySpace where she passed herself off as being 17. Two weeks ago, Lt. Billy Mill- er of the sheriff’s department $ warned Mr. Ingram to stay away 46 from underage girls after receiv- per mo. ing a complaint from a parent of one of three girls who went to a residence off Odis Yarbrough Rd. north of Macclenny where he was house-sitting. All the girls in that instance were 14, and police did not charge the suspect or issue an incident report. Prior to picking up the girls about midnight, Mr. Ingram messaged one of the girls, saying, “Call me when u can come out,” and gave her a phone number. Police later were given permission to search the Lamb residence, and Investigator Morgan $ 99 $ Durablend Bonded $ 99 $ said they found empty beer cans 27 30 SOFA 359 per mo. Leather Sofa 399 per mo. strewn about and cups with ping pong balls floating in beer in the living room. Mr. Lamb and Mr. West are charged with lewd and lascivious battery and engaging in sexual activity with a person between 12-16, second-degree felonies. Mr. Ingram was booked for kidnapping a minor and interfering with custody, using obscene $ communication to seduce a child, 70 third-degree felonies, plus travel- per mo. ing to meet a minor to engage in unlawful sexual contact, a second-degree felony. 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We are available online at www.bakercountypress.com Repelled by deer heart Jackson-Elvis sightings What do you think goes into hot dogs? Here’s another in my series of to concentrate on a run for the On a recent Wednesday evening, The memory of a huge glass jar random jottings. Over the sum- MY SIDE OF 2012 presidential election. Oth- I visited the First Methodist Church THE BACK of pickled pig ears I once encoun- mer I’m exposed to a lot more ers wonder if she was going to of Macclenny to check out the wild tered in a gas station/grocery store tidbits of news which as a crack THE MATTER be investigated by law enforce- game that was on the menu for sup- on a remote country road in South investigative journalist I feel hon- ment officials over some possible per and had fun teasing two young PORCH Carolina still gives me the willies or bound to share with my loyal ROBERT GERARD wrongdoing. girls at my table. when I think about it. readership. Here are a few of the Since I had some time on my Kelley Lannigan gems that I have unearthed: hands and was naturally a little Among the delicious offerings However, I did eat a strange tion the reliability of the article √ It didn’t take long for the curious, I did some digging of was a platter of “mystery meat” and looking egg in aspic dish at a din- since it shared the front page diners were having fun trying to guess the identity. ner at a Shaker restaurant in Kentucky once upon King of Pop to search out the King my own and came up with the with a story of an Ohio women The girls had declined to try it and were speculat- a time, while my companion gagged and sputtered of Rock and Roll. For those con- real reason that the governor re- who was surprised to discover ing about its origins. beside me just looking at it. spiracy theorists who believe that signed her post. that she had a squirrel in her bra “Somebody said it was fried deer heart,” said one, I guess it comes down to culinary curiosity which neither Elvis or Michael Jackson Sources close to the governor when she went to undress. looking positively disgusted. some of us have more than others. Sometimes I’m are really dead, the tabloid The have reported that while out on I wonder how she failed to no- “Oh, yuck!” said the other, screwing up her face in adventurous that way, sometimes definitely not. Weekly World News reported the campaign trail that the can- tice that during her regular work a tight grimace. “Did you try it? Back to the wild game dinner at the Methodist that Elvis and Michael Jackson didate blew off steam by visiting day? “Ug-ugh, not me.” church. I ate my share of fried deer heart that night were seen having lunch together karaoke bars around the country. √ There has been a lot of This conversation continued for another minute and it was truly delicious. People in Baker County at a café in New Mexico. She discovered a hitherto un- speculation about why former or so. Then I put my two cents in. know how to cook some deer meat. They were probably discussing known talent for signing country “So you girls wouldn’t eat the deer heart, I take Maybe someone out there actually knows a good vice presidential candidate and a comeback tour. I wonder what music. it?” way to cook chicken feet, too. I’ll try it if you cook it. Alaska governor Sarah Palin re- they were having for lunch? Hue- That’s right, the governor re- They both shook their heads vigorously. But I can’t promise you I won’t spit it out the back signed last week with half of her vos Rancheros is good anytime of signed her post to start her own “No way,” they each declared. door when your back is turned. term still left to serve. the day or night. contemporary country band – “I bet you girls eat hot dogs, don’t you?” Bon appetit! Major news outlets have spec- Of course, you have to ques- Sarah Palin and the Mavericks. They gave me a look as if to say “What kind of a ulated that the governor plans dumb question is that?” She already has recorded several “Do you have any idea what hot potential hits such as “Snowmo- dogs are made of?” bile to Hell,” “Bailout my Heart,” I could tell this line of question- and “On the Road to Washington ing was beginning to disturb them Again.” as they both appeared a little un- Insiders claim the band comfortable. They’d never consid- sounds like a cross between Mar- ered this idea. tina McBride and Rascal Flats, “Well,” I said, “there’s much and though the governor’s voice grosser stuff in a hot dog than deer is still developing, they’ll be ready hearts.” to debut at this year’s Calgary By now, they both looked abso- Stampede. lutely horrified. The only concern that Gov. In all fairness, contemporary Palin seems to have is that for- hot dog offerings range from mer Saturday Night Live regular all beef franks (that’s what they and 30 Rock star Tina Fey is con- claim, anyway) to vegetarian items sidering starting her own cover formed from texturized vegetable band. protein made to resemble meat. When asked about the for- But I’m old enough to remember the other kind: those catch-all mer governor’s plans, President products containing everything Barack Obama did not seem from ground toenails and snouts overly concerned, but did admit to other parts of pig anatomy not to doing a really good cover of even familiar to the average citi- Sam Cook’s A Change is Gonna zen. And honestly, as gross as the Come, which he would break out contents might have been, they at a moment’s notice if the situa- were absolutely delicious when tion warranted. smothered in mayonnaise, chili √ I was a little surprised when and onions. I accessed former vice president I admit to becoming a little Dick Cheney’s Facebook page. faint myself when I was younger, First of all, I had to search for it staring at the cans of “brains in for several days since Facebook gravy” on the shelves of the gen- held it in an undisclosed loca- eral store in the little town where tion, but once I did access it I was I grew up. I have also looked with interested in what I found. trepidation upon products such The vice president didn’t as souse meat, tripe, head cheese “friend” me, but I was able to and an odd sandwich concoction look at his profile. He naturally called pickle loaf. marked his home as “undis- I’ve seen packages of chicken closed” — big surprise there. He feet in the grocery store many listed his hobbies as duck hunt- times, but haven’t been able to develop an appreciation for this part ing when he could find someone of the bird. I will eat the livers, to go with him, waterboarding which some people won’t touch (that was marked through and with a ten-foot pole, but feet don’t replaced by surfboarding), start- hold any appeal for me at all. ing secret organizations and hid- ing them from his wife and fam- SSSSSSSSSSSSSSS LETTER TO THE EDITOR SSSSSSSSSSSSSSS ily, and cackling. Favorite books included Me- NIMBY tough nut to crack dieval Torture Techniques Un- Lauds eighth graders masked and The Illuminati and Troy McCullough — have vowed her back yard. But that would How to Start Your Own Chap- Dear Editor: to fight the winner in court. require a substantially larger inter. He took the quizzes Which Congratulations to the Baker County Middle School’s 8th grade On Point Usually, when the numbers vestment than a mud hole, and Batman Villain are You and class! are so overwhelming in opposi- you’d still run into complaints naturally was the Penguin, and These students completed all three years at the school helping it to In Print tion, as they were during the LPA from neighbors about noise and Which State Should You Live In earn three consecutive “A” state grades. They are the first class in the JOEL ADDINGTON hearing, officials side with neigh- traffic. That shows the problem and had the unlikely result of history of the school district to accomplish this “triple A” goal. bors decrying increased traffic, is not the mud bog, it’s where it’s State Secrets. We are very proud of all our students, but this group deserves special nuisances and general loss of located. √ My son recently went to recognition. quality of life. In fact, I had ex- It won’t be the Fourth of July, the opening of the movie Trans- David Davis, Principal but if last month’s Land Planning pected a unanimous denial and formers 2 and reported that a Sherry Barrett, Asst. Principal Agency hearing on the proposed was surprised by the 3-2 vote. lot of people at the film arrived mud bogging pit is any indica- Though many residents, and tion, there could be fireworks at even some LPA board members, in costume. When I inquired the August 6 Baker County Com- said they liked the idea of a local about how someone would go mission meeting. mug bogging operation, most about costuming themselves as a The Baker County Press That’s where those proposing didn’t like having one so close to Charter Bus Transformer, he replied that one usps 040-280 to locate the big-wheeling, mud- where they sleep. guy had gray cardboard taped all Post Office Box 598 throwing and axle-busting rec- The NIMBY, or Not In My Day Trip to over a gray sweatsuit and that Macclenny, FL 32063 reational activity on Mud Lake Back Yard, phenomenon is pretty when he crouched they fit to- (904) 259-2400 Road, an area where residents common place with any kind of Savannah, Ga. gether to make a tank. The Baker County Press is published each Thursday by Baker County Press, Inc. seem to cherish their peace and development, save schools, parks August 1st Clever. Periodicals postage paid under permit issued April 12, 1929 at the post office tranquility, will appeal the LPA’s and churches. And it’s not easy to My son wasn’t certain how in Macclenny, Florida. of said activity. overcome. Includes Historic Trolley Tour much like a tank it really looked SUBSCRIPTION RATES Rumors have been flying that During the LPA hearing, one & lunch at Paula Deen’s but he was sure of one thing. $20.00 a year inside Baker County; $35.00 a year outside Baker County; no matter what the outcome, resident opposed to the mud bog Restaurant As long as he kept that up, this both parties — that is, neighbor- said she’d be happy to support a deduct, $1.00 for persons 65 years of age or older, military personnel Leaves from Macclenny guy would never ever have a real on acve duty outside Baker County, and college students living outside ing residents led by the politi- drive-in movie theatre, particu- girlfriend. Baker County. POSTMASTER: send address changes to The Baker County cally-connected Toppy Conner larly since she could watch from Call Nathan 259-4410 Press, P.O. Box 598, Macclenny, FL. 32063. versus budding entrepreneur Publisher/Editor $ $ WE BUY TIMBER $ $ James C. McGauley - [email protected] We want Correction LOGS AND PULPWOOD • 1 ACRE OR LARGER NEWS EDITOR - Joel Addington - [email protected] Last week’s edition of The ADVERTISING/PRODUCTION - Jessica Preva - adver[email protected] Press misidentified county employee David Richardson as the FEATURES - Kelley Lannigan - [email protected] to know! EMS director. Rather, Mr. Rich- FEATURES/COMMENT/SPORTS - Robert Gerard ardson is part-time county employee with forestry experience Write a letter, sign BUSINESS MANAGER - Karin Thomas - [email protected] DIAMOND TIMBER, INC. who assists with St. Mary Shoals and submit it to: CLASSIFIEDS & TYPESETTING - Debbie Hansen - classifi[email protected] Park. Another county employee “FOR A QUALITY CUT” with the same name serves as [email protected] This newspaper is printed on recycled paper. EMS director. CALL 282-5552 • KENT WILLIAMS Page 4 The Baker County Press Thursday, July 16, 2009

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Quick Approvals! www.countryfcu.com SEX CRIMES Will submit JSO officer fights Says she was raped to DNA test decision to fire him A Jacksonville policeman who lives in Macclenny vows he’ll fight The sheriff’s department is looking into a second allegation of rape, this one during the A 44-year-old man from Taylor agreed Sheriff John Rutherford’s decision last week to fire him over the late hours of July 9 or early the next day and involving an estranged couple. this week to submit to DNA testing to de- wounding of an unarmed man who fled from a westside residence in The alleged victim, 22, and from the St. George, Ga. area, told police her 34-year-old ex- termine if he is the father of a child from a the direction of the officer’s partner. boyfriend and two others had sex with her in a vehicle parked on a dirt road. The woman 13-year-old girl who claims he twice raped The use of force investigation has been ongoing since late October, told Deputy Patrick McGauley that the boyfriend drove her back to her mother’s in Jack- her in 2008. 2008 when Officer Ryan Fraser shot and wounded Jerrick Hall, 20, sonville after the attacks and threatened her if she reported the incident. The girl, whose mother contacted the after going to the residence on a burglary call. Mr. Hall was initially The alleged victim said she and the accused, with whom she has a child, went together sheriff’s department July 7, says the sus- charged in the incident but the complaint was dropped after the renter, to Mac’s Liquors in Macclenny and after two drinks that put her “out of it” she went outside pect is really the father of her child born who was in jail at the time, said he knew that several people were at the to her vehicle to sleep. She awakened when assaulted by the boyfriend, and also submitted earlier this year. She became pregnant at 12 residence and didn’t mind. to forcible sex by two other males. and the mother, 35, told Investigator John Police had been called there by the property owner, who was con- The woman also said she recalls the boyfriend smoking crack during the incident. Harden a DNA test proved an ex-boyfriend cerned the residence was being used as a crack house. The boyfriend then drove the other suspects to the Club 229 north of Sanderson. She is not the father. They initially thought he Officer Fraser, 48, and a six-year member of the force, can still keep described them as black men — one wearing dreadlocks, about 6’1” wearing a plaid shirt was. his job if he survives a mediation board inquiry and another by a civil and the other heavy-set at 5’9” and wearing a shirt with a “shiny” design. The girl claims she was plied with alco- service board. In the meantime, he has been on desk duty. The men took her clothing and a cellphone, the victim says, and she noted the voice on hol and raped in a vehicle in the Taylor area The officer said Mr. Hall climbed through a window at the rear of the the other end when she later called her number said, “Ha Ha,” and called her a derogatory of north Baker County one year ago in May, residence and first lunged toward him, changing directions when the name. then again the following month at the home officer, with his service revolver drawn, ordered him to stop. Deputy McGauley said a review of surveillance tapes at Mac’s that evening appears to of her brother, also in the north county. He says the suspect’s hands were in a waistband as if he had a pistol, show the couple arriving and leaving the premises twice before 9:30. The girl also said the accused threatened and he fired twice at him fearing Mr. Hall would run toward his female An employee at Mac’s said he believes he spotted the victim dancing on a pool table that her if she told of the encounters. partner at the front of the house. Bullets struck him twice in the back evening. Investigator Harden interviewed the al- and he has since recovered. The woman was taken to the Rape Crisis Center in Jacksonville by her mother. Initial leged assailant on July 14 and said he was Officer Fraser has received several commendations during his ten- attempts to contact the boyfriend or learn the identity of the other alleged assailants were cooperative and agreed to the testing. He is ure at JSO, including one for saving a person’s life. unsuccessful. an acquaintance of the teen’s father. Prior to joining the Jacksonville force, he was a Baker County deputy for four years. We have more! 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PG - 71 A G7 B W7 C `1 SG7JAA’ OAAJ-7 Police and road department crews clear remains of home-built aircra from crash site on July 9. PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

Pursuant to an application submitted by Fred and Carolyn San- ford to be granted a Special Use Permit in reference to Section Pilot killed in Sanderson crash 3.05.25 Horses and Ponies and Section 3.05.44 Other Animals on property located on George Hodges Road, off of SR 121 JOEL ADDINGTON dispatching the Florida Fish and south of Macclenny FL., for the purpose of allowing a donkey, NEWS EDITOR Wildlife Commission (FWC) turkeys and goats to remain on a one (1) acre parcel located in [email protected] Bradenton man, 72 helicopter that confirmed the a residential zoning. The Baker County Land Planning Agency wreck’s location about 4:00 pm will consider the request at a public hearing scheduled for Thurs- Police say the deceased pilot he heard what sounded like a from the wreckage in separate July 9 and led law enforcement of a small, single-engine plane day, July 23, 2009, at 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, plane in distress about 10:00 am locations, according to police re- to the area. that crashed in a wooded area in the County Commissioners Chambers of the Administration the same morning, according to ports. The center was contacted near Sanderson last week is likely Building, 55 North Third Street, Macclenny, FL. On the date Maj. Brannan’s report. The scene was secured by law about 1:00 am by the Air Force the Bradenton, Fla. man listed on From the wreckage, it ap- enforcement and planning began Rescue Coordination Center, above-mentioned, all interested parties may appear and be the registration — Vance Noles peared the plane hit nose first at for removal of the wreckage and which received word from Atlan- heard with respect to the Special Use Permit request. Written LeVaughn. a 90-degree angle, leaving a large human remains the following ta that aircraft in the area were “All indications are that it is comments for or against the Special Use Permit request may crater about 200 yards from the day. picking up an emergency beacon him,” said sheriff’s investigator be sent to the Baker County Planning and Zoning Department, nearest road. Federal aviation officials, state signal coming from southern Chuck Brannan, adding that pos- 81 North Third Street, Macclenny FL. 32063. Faxed comments “It was apparent it was a and federal forestry personnel — Baker County. itive identification could takes home-built plane,” said Maj. which helped build a road to the Though FAA and National may be sent to (904)259-5057. Copies of the Special Use re- months due to the condition of Gerald Gonzalez, the sheriff’s op- crash site — the medical examin- Transportation Safety Board quest may be inspected in the Planning and Zoning Department the victim’s remains. erations chief who accompanied er’s office in Gainesville and the are investigating the cause of Police do know the 72-year- by any menber of the public. According to the Americans with deputies to the crash site. county road department assisted the crash, police reports point old pilot left the Tampa area at Disabilities Act, persons needing a special accommodations or “The plane’s nose was buried in the eight-hour effort. to the absence of the plane’s tail roughly 8:00 am July 8 head- an interpreter to participate in this proceeding should contact probably six or seven feet in the “It was a heck of a thing,” said rudder at the crash site, which ing for Tennessee, a trip that ground. It was a horrible scene,” Maj. Brannan. likely means it separated from the Administration Department at (904) 259-5123 at least 48 should’ve taken about three and he said. The Florida Highway Patrol the plane at some point during hours prior to the time of the hearing. a half hours. The body of the pilot, though (FHP) notified local authorities the flight. A resident about three miles unidentifiable, could also be seen of the crash after being contacted “It wasn’t there,” Maj. Bran- from the crash site — a swampy under the plane. A pair of severed by the state’s Emergency Opera- nan said of the rudder. “And you clearing southwest of Sanderson hands were found about 30 yards tions Center in Tallahassee and can’t fly a plane without a rud- Baker County Health Department about 15 miles from US 90 — said der.” welcomes City imposes building moratorium Pediatrician

With little discussion, the sioners said they hope to lower dinance regulating dangerous the animal can also be immedi- Macclenny City Commission it during budget hearings set to animals. ately confiscated. Dr. Bruce placed a moratorium on any begin next month. The new rules are identical to The new ordinance won’t further building permits for the The states requires the board those being used by Baker Coun- become final until its approved McIntosh Cypress Pointe subdivision in re- adopt a budget for the 2009-10 ty Animal Control, said the city’s on second reading, which is ex- sponse to drainage problems and fiscal year and accompanying attorney Frank Maloney. pected August 10 at 6:00 pm in the lack of sidewalks within the property tax rate by September The ordinance outlines a pro- city hall. Dr. McIntosh is neighborhood. 30. cedure for declaring animals dan- • The board also passed a board certifi ed The partially-built subdivision City Manager Gerald Dopson gerous, a decision that’s made handful of annexation ordinanc- with 39 years is owned by Kendale Land Devel- recommended a slightly lower initially by city animal control. es on first reading, expanding the opment of Jacksonville, which tax rate at $3.50 per $100,000 Code enforcement officer Joy city limits to include the following experience in had previously pledged to fix the of taxable property value, which Chapman said animals are deter- properties: the Murphy Oil gas ineffective drainage system that’s pediatrics. would generate about $795,000, mined dangerous if they injure compounded flooding in the im- station in front of the Macclenny or $20,000 more than the 2008- a person or two pets while away Walmart on S. CR 228 and the Dr. McIntosh will mediate area for more than a from their owners property. year. 09 fiscal year. Starbucks location to the south, be seeing “Why don’t we go with the big Animal owners can request a the new jail on N. CR 228, Ches- The developer has also been hearing in front of the city man- children 18 slow to add sidewalks to the one and then drop back,” said ter and Kathryn Shouppe’s prop- Commissioner Vernon Bennett. ager or his designee to protest erty on Barber Road southwest of years and under. subdivision and residents have the dangerous animal declara- expressed concern for the safety According to city staff, the S. CR 228 and two parcels west tion, and can later appeal to the of school children walking to and board can lower the tentative of Heritage Park between Sandra county court. from the school bus stop at the property tax rate when adopting Street and the railroad tracks. entrance of Cypress Pointe, which the final budget , but it cannot The declaration, however; The latter property is city- is located at the intersection of raise it. requires owners meet a long list owned and will become a parking East and North boulevards. “When it gets time to make the of demands that include keep- lot for the adjoining park. The resolution passed to in- decision, we’ll make it,” said Mr. ing the animal secure, registered Mr. Dopson said lighting and stitute the moratorium on new Bennett. with animal control and tagged other improvements are planned building permits was approved “This leaves us some room to as a dangerous animal. there, but that they wouldn’t Please call for an appointment unanimously under emergency work with,” added Commissioner If the requirements aren’t met, interfere with neighboring resi- at 259-6291 ext. 2298 business and was not advertised Phil Rhoden. the city can confiscate the animal dents’ quality of life. publicly beforehand. In other business: and kill it within 10 days of noti- Nobody from Kendale Devel- • The city commission ap- fying the owner. opment was present during the proved on first reading an or- If a violent attack takes place, commission’s meeting the evening of July 14. Assistant City Manager Roger Yarborough said the developer PIT STOP has cited financial hardships as the reason why the improve- Drive-Thru Convenience Store • US 90 in Glen St. Mary ments haven’t been completed. He added that a plan for im- * proving the drainage system FRIDAY, JULY 17 Any Size Fountain was developed earlier this year through cooperation with Kend- 11:00 am - 6:00 pm Drink or Iced Tea ale and the St. Johns River Water Management District, but it was 99¢ never implemented. AutoCrafters Collision Repair Only about 60 percent of the 180 S. Lowder St., Macclenny available lots in Cypress Pointe 259-3001 have homes, leaving 48 still vacant. In the last year, only 10 FREE permits have been issued for the • Lifetime Warranty on all repairs subdivision. • 10 Locations thru out Florida The city commission also ad- • Free Computerized Estimates opted a tentative property tax • State of the art equipment rate during its monthly meeting WINGS that would increase revenues by • We are a Direct Repair Provider for most roughly $100,000 for the coming Major Insurance Companies fiscal year. • I-Car and ASE Certified The rate, $3.85 per $1000 of taxable property value, would Hunt Brot hers WINGS! Hunt Brot hers PIZZA! mean a home with a taxable value Let Us Be Your of $100,000 would pay $385 in Southern Style or Hot N’ Spicy! Grab a Hunk A Pizza! city property taxes. Collision Repair Specialist 5 Pieces $3.19 1 Piece for $2.69 *While supplies last. Though the tentative rate rep- “IT’S OUR BUSINESS” resents a tax increase, commis- 10 Pieces $5.99 2 Pieces for $4.99 One of each fl avor! Page 6 The Baker County Press Thursday, July 16, 2009 Admits to 3 home burglaries Scratches Armed-on ATV paint in bar Neighbors were named as possible suspects in three recent Had two loaded guns stealing home burglaries in the Macclenny and Glen St. Mary areas. In two of the cases, occupants were out of town. parking lot A Macclenny man armed of July 6, and had dealt with There was no sign of forced entry except through a malfunc- A Macclenny woman faces with several loaded firearms Mr. Rhoden when his wife was cigarettes tioning rear door at the residence of Cerrissa Yeomans on Nor- a single count of felony crimi- and knives was arrested the arrested earlier. man St. in Glen. She was away June 24-26 and reported laptops nal mischief for damaging the evening of July 8 after he The pedestrian had a hard A St. George, GA man ad- belonging to her and her husband were taken from the living paint on a vehicle after it’s caused a disturbance on Quail time standing and slurred mitted he stole cartons of ciga- room and dining room. They were valued at $1800. owner declined to buy her two Lane in the southwest city. speech, and said he was on his rettes valued at $863 from the Ms. Yeomans fingered a neighbor as a possible suspect, but he shots of liquor. Deputy Jeff Dawson said he way to his mother-in-law’s to Quick N. Handy convenience denied involvement when questioned by Deputy Randy Davis. Tara McDuffie, 27, was seen was on routine patrol about discuss why she had his wife store on North 6th in Mac- • Three firearms were missing from a closet and two electronic on a surveillance video walk- 8:00 when he came upon a arrested. clenny. An acquaintance who games from the residence of Troy Thornton on C.W. Webb Rd. ing toward the 2007 Ford Ex- large crowd gathered in the • Tina Hance, 27, of Mac- was working at the store the when he reported the theft on July 7. There was no sign of forced pedition about midnight. The street. Robert Horne, 50, left clenny was booked on a simi- afternoon of July 5 said he in- entry and Mr. Thornton named a neighbor who recently has vehicle was in the parking lot on a Honda ATV and headed lar charge when she refused tended to sell the cigarettes for been in jail for theft. of Mac’s Liquors on US 90 in west on Boulevard where he to leave a residence off Rufus crack cocaine and prescription No value was listed for the missing property, and Cpl. Ben downtown Macclenny. was stopped. Powers Rd. about 3:00 am on medication. Anderson was not able to make immediate contact with the sus- Sgt. James Marker noted The driver, who smelled July 7. She protested loudly Deputy David Nichols said pect. several deep scratches in the strongly of alcohol, told the when Cpl. Ben Anderson ar- he recognized Jerame Barber, • Warren Butler said his residence off Mack Ruise Rd. near paint, and truck owner Joel deputy he was returning from rived to quell a loud distur- 33, in a surveillance video Margaretta was ransacked while he was away working and going Fernandez of Jacksonville buying beer and that he had a bance. leaning over a counter and to school between June 9-23. He reported the incident July 7, said he had a similar prior ex- loaded .410 shotgun and a .22 • A criminal complaint taking the cartons, then stor- and told Deputy David Nichols both a flat screen television and perience with the suspect. No caliber pistol to shoot snakes for interfering with custody ing them near the front door. stereo speakers were taken. They had a value of $475. damage estimate was given. in his yard. He also had three was filed July 7 against Sher- Clerk Allison Smith, also A male suspect who has been arrested for other thefts in that Ms. McDuffie was also ar- knives and additional ammu- rie Brannen, 46, and Kathy of St. George, told police she neighborhood is wanted for questioning. rested on a Clay County war- nition. Stone, 63, both of Short Putt refused to allow Mr. Barber to rant for petty theft. Deputy Dawson said Mr. Dr. in northwest Macclenny take the cigarettes and repeat- Horne became belliger- after they initially refused to edly asked him to leave. She ent during questioning, and turn over a 10-year-old girl to said she did not summon po- claimed someone in the crowd the custody of her uncle. lice even though the suspect www.bakercountypress.com on Quail St. made off with a .9 A judge had ordered the spent several hours in the mm pistol. transfer earlier that day. store that afternoon for fear He was booked for disor- Deputy David Murray was he would retaliate. derly intoxication and carry- summoned when the child The video shows Ms. Smith ing prohibited weapons. was not surrendered to Ralph go to the rear of the store while • Richard Rhoden, 26, of and Tracy Rhoden of Mac- Mr. Barber took the cartons, Legal Notices Macclenny was arrested for clenny that evening as or- and later shows him leaving disorderly intoxication when dered. Ms. Stone, the child’s with them while she was away he was spotted staggering paternal grandmother, ini- from the counter. PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING IN THE CIRCUIT COURT EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIR- across US 90 and Lowder St. tially said she did not know The Baker County Board of Baker County Com- CUIT, IN AND FOR BAKER COUNTY, FLORIDA Mr. Barber was interviewed The Baker County Board of Commissioners Grants missioners will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, CASE NO: 02-2009-CA-0057 intersection in the west city. where the child was; she was at county jail July 11 following Department will be holding an Affordable Housing August 17, 2009 at 6:01 PM or as soon thereafter Advisory Committee (AHAC) meeting on FRIDAY, as possible to consider for adoption the proposed PATRICIA L. FISH, as Trustee of the Sgt. James Marker said he returned not long after by Ms. his arrest on a warrant and JULY 17, 2009 AT 10:00 a.m. This meeting will be Ordinance whose title hereinafter appears. The BENJAMIN F. FISH REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST, saw the suspect while on pa- Brannen. confessed to the crime. He held in the Baker County Commission Chambers Baker County Land Planning Agency will hold And PATRICIA L. FISH, as Trustee of the located at 55 North Third Street, Macclenny, FL a public hearing to review the amendments on PATRICIA L. FISH REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST, trol about 10:40 the evening was booked for grand theft. 32063. The public is invited to attend. Thursday, July 23, 2009 at 7:01 PM or as soon Plaintiffs, thereafter as possible. Both public hearings will vs. If any member of the public desires to appeal any be held at the County Administration Building, decision made at these hearings, he or she will 55 North Third Street, Macclenny, Florida. On the SHEILA BIJEAUX, not known to be dead or alive, need a record of the proceedings and for that pur- dates above-mentioned, all interested parties may et al. pose he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim appear and be heard with respect to this Ordinance Defendants. Furniture store invaded record of the proceedings is transcribed, which which is titled as follows: ______/ record would include the testimony and evidence NOTICE OF SALE upon which the appeal is to be based. AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF Four Jacksonville men are south of the store. Macclenny post office later COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF BAKER COUNTY, FLORIDA, TO AMEND THE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, pursuant to a in custody charged with bur- Jason Wescott was arrest- that morning. He and Jason In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above Act, persons needing a special accommodation or LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, ARTICLE III, ZONING, REGARDING THE styled cause, in the Circuit Court of Baker County, glary and grand larceny stem- ed in a later traffic stop after Wescott had hidden on the an interpreter to participate in these proceedings Florida, I will sell the property situate in Baker should contact the Baker County Board of Com- HOURS OF OPERATION, SAFE SET- ming from a daring break-in he had been picked up by a roof of Macclenny Rehab BACKS, AND REMOVING RESTRICTIONS County, Florida, described as follows: missioners at (904) 259-3613, at least 48 hours Parcel ID# 08-1S-21-0127-0000-0100 at the Badcock Furniture woman identified as Lukecia nearby for most of the early prior to the time of the hearing. FOR THE TYPE OF WEAPON ALLOWED AT LOCAL FIRING RANGES AND PRIVATE store in south Macclenny dur- White, 28, also of Jacksonville. morning. 7/9-7/16 GUN CLUBS, AND PROVIDING FOR THE Parcel 10: ing the early morning hours of She was not charged, and told The alarm company’s sur- IN THE CIRCUIT OF THE 8th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT REPEAL OF ALL ORDINANCES INCON- A parcel of land lying, being situate in OF FLORIDA, IN AND FOR BAKER COUNTY SISTENT WITH THIS ACTION; PROVID- the Northeast ¼ of Section 7, Township July 14. investigators she drove to the veillance picked up the sounds Case #: 2009-CA-000090 ING SEVERABILITY; DIRECTIONS TO THE 1 South, Range 21 East, Baker County, Division CODIFIER, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Florida, more particularly describe as fol- A burglar alarm alerted area to pick up the suspects. of several persons grabbing UNC: lows: Commence at the Southwest corner deputies about 1:30 and when Jamel Wescott was taken inventory and running out a A copy of said ordinance may be inspected by any of the North ½ of Southwest ¼ of North- member of the public in the Commissioner’s office, west ¼ of Section 8, Township 1 South, they arrived at the store at into custody near Walgreens rear door before deputies ar- LSF6 Mercury REO Investments Trust Series 2008- address stated above. In accordance with Section Range 21 East; thence run S 00o41’13” South 5th and Jonathan, and Mr. Dillon near the rived. 1, 286.0105, F.S.: “If any person decides to appeal W, along the East line of said Section 7, Plaintiff, any decision made by the County Commission with a distance of 99.22 feet; thence run S respect to any matter considered at this scheduled they saw several dark-clothed -vs.- 88o38’25” W, a distance of 50.82 feet; meeting or hearing, the person will need a record thence run N 36o08’35” W a distance of males carrying televisions and Estate of Willie Mae Wilcox, Deceased; Un- of the proceedings, and for such purposes the 460.02 feet to the Point of Beginning of known Heirs, Devisees, Grantees, Assignees, other merchandise out a rear WE ARE BAKER COUNTY’S ROOFING EXPERTS person may need to ensure that a verbatim record the hereinafter described parcel of land: Creditors, Lienors and Trustees of Willie Mae of the proceeding is made which record includes thence continue running N 36o08’35” W Wilcox, Deceased, and all other Persons Claim- warehouse door into a U-Haul the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal a distance of 135.89 feet; thence run N ing By, Through, Under and Against the Named COMBS BUILDERS, INC. is to be based.” 35o21’35” W a distance of 216.88 feet; truck. Defendant(s); Brianna Charis Wilcox; Theresa Ann According to the American with Disabilities Act, thence run N 17o05’35” W a distance Wilcox; Robert Lee Wilcox, Sr.; Virginia Reed Wil- All the men fled the scene, persons needing a special accommodation or an of 39.94 feet; thence run N 62o36’14” E Re-Roofs • New Roofs • Leak Repairs cox; Alex Wilcox; Leo F. Jones, Jr.; Lonnie M. Wil- interpreter to participate in this proceeding should a distance of 351.46 feet; thence run S some through a front door, cox, Jr.; Alvin Leon Wilcox; William Paul Wilcox; contact the Administration Department at (904) 27o23’46” E a distance of 218.14 feet to Torch Down Leaks • Roof Inspections State of Florida, Department of Revenue; State and were captured before 6:45 259-3613 at least 48 hours prior to the time of the point of curvature of a curve to the of Florida Department of Revenue Child Support the hearing. left; thence run Southeasterly along the am. Enforcement Office; Clerk of Circuit Court, of Baker arc of a curve concave Northeasterly with We specialize in problem roofs County, Florida; Unknown Parties in Possession #1; 7/9-7/16 They were identified as Ja- a radius of 328.68 feet, through a central Unknown Parties in Possession #2; If living, and all PRE-BIDDERS CONFERENCE angel of 14o58’24” an arc distance of son Wescott, 20, his brother Unknown Parties claiming by, through, under and Satisfaction Guaranteed JUWI SOLAR INC. 85.89 feet; thence run S 47o37’50” W against the above named Defendant(s) who are not Jamel, 21, Roy Dillon, 25, and 1805 29th STREET #2050 a distance of 330.26 feet to the Point of known to be dead or alive, whether said Unknown Licensed & Insured BOULDER, CO 80301 Beginning, containing a total area of 2.71 Dale Jones, 28 years of age. Parties may claim an interest as Spouse, Heirs, acres, or less. LESS AND EXCEPT there- Devisees, Grantees, or Other Claimants The Wescott brothers initially JUWI SOLAR INC. (JSI) will host a Pre-Bid- from a 30 foot nonexclusive easement for gave police false names when Defendant(s). ders Conference at the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville ingress and egress and over and across 259-2563 ______/ Riverfront, 225 Coast Line Drive East, Jacksonville, the Northeasterly 30 feet thereof. interviewed. FL 32202 on July 22nd beginning promptly at Commercial & Residential NOTICE OF ACTION FORECLOSURE 1:00 P. M. at public sale, to the highest and best bidder, An inspection of the rental PROCEEDINGS-PROPERTY FREE Owner: Tim Combs JSI will be constructing a 12.6 MW solar en- for cash, at the front door of the Baker County ergy project in the vicinity of Baldwin FL, with con- Courthouse, Macclenny, Florida, at 11:00 a.m. on truck revealed the burglars, Florida State Certified Roofing who cut a chain on the rear Estimates TO: struction to commence in September, 2009. July 28, 2009. Contractor Lic# CCC1325730 Estate of Willie Mae Wilcox, Deceased; AD- The purpose of the conference is to solicit WITNESS my hand and the seal of this Court door, had piled up televisions DRESS UNKNOWN BUT WHOSE LAST KNOWN and obtain interest from highly qualified contrac- on this 10th day of July, 2009. ADDRESS IS: N/A, Unknown Heirs, Devisees, tors to provide a variety of construction services and vacuum cleaners in the Grantees, Assignees, Creditors, Lienors and Trust- to include: cargo area and on the ground. ees of Willie Mae Wilcox, Deceased, and all other T.A. “AL” FRASER Persons Claiming By, Through, Under and Against CIVIL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Investigator Steve Harvey of the Named Defendant(s); ADDRESS UNKNOWN • Site Preparation By: JAMIE CREWS the sheriff’s department said BUT WHOSE LAST KNOWN ADDRESS IS: N/A • Clearing/grubbing Deputy Clerk and Alvin Leon Wilcox; ADDRESS UNKNOWN BUT • Laydown Area Frank E. Maloney, Jr., P.A. the U-Haul had been stolen in INJURY LAW WHOSE LAST KNOWN ADDRESS IS: 10201 West • Roads Attorney for Plaintiff Jacksonville on July 9. Beaver Street, Lot 1, Jacksonville, FL 32220 • Site Fencing 445 East Macclenny Avenue • Excavation Macclenny, FL 32063 Several other televisions • Foundations 7/16-7/23 inside the store were damaged Residence unknown, if living, including • Landscaping and Re-vegetation any unknown spouse of the said Defen- • Site Drainage / Silt Fences /Erosion Control IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL by attempts to pull them away dants, if either has remarried and if ei- CIRCUIT IN AND FOR BAKER COUNTY, FLORIDA from walls. There was no esti- ther or both of said Defendants are dead, SOLAR PANEL ARRAYS CIVIL ACTION their respective unknown heirs, devisees, • Racking System CASE NO. 02-2008-CA-000080 mate on value. grantees, assignees, creditors, lienors, • Module Installation DIVISION Police summoned a K-9 and trustees, and all other persons claiming by, through, under or against the ELECTRICAL BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., team to the scene, and Mr. named Defendant(s); and the aforemen- • Overhead & Underground Collection System Plaintiff, tioned named Defendant(s) and such of • Fiber Optic Communications Network Jones was the first person ar- the aforementioned unknown Defendants • Transformer and Inverter Installation vs. rested. He was in a wooded and such of the aforementioned unknown • Terminations Defendants as may be infants, incompe- • Grounding and Lightning Protection JAMMIE A. FRENCH, et al, area near Lowder St. just tents or otherwise not sui juris. • Power Station Placement Defendant(s). ______/ YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that an action INTERCONNECTION NOTICE OF RESCHEDULED has been commenced to foreclose a mortgage on • High Voltage Switchgear Installation FORECLOSURE SALE the following real property, lying and being and • Cable Interconnections Coke foun situated in Baker County, Florida, more particularly NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to an d Nondisclosure Agreements will be provided described as follows: Order Rescheduling Foreclosure Sale dated July 9, at the meeting. These documents will need to be LOT TWELVE (12), BLOCK “B”, OF WIL- 2009 and entered in Case NO. 02-2008-CA-000080 signed before the meeting begins. A Pre-Qualifi- of the Circuit Court of the EIGHTH Judicial Circuit LIAM KNABB ADDITION TO THE CITY OF cation Questionnaire will also be available at the MACCLENNY, FLORIDA, AS PER PLAT OF in and for BAKER County, Florida wherein BANK in Y room meeting and must be completed and returned to OF AMERICA, N.A., is the Plaintiff and JAMMIE SAID ADDITION ON FILE, IN PLAT BOOK JSI. Upon review qualified bidders will then be A. FRENCH; BANK OF AMERICA; are the De- 2, PAGE 24, OF THE CURRENT PUBLIC forwarded a Request For Proposal package for How about a little cocaine RECORDS OF BAKER COUNTY, FLORIDA. fendants, I will sell to the highest and best bidder ATTORNEY informational and bidding purposes. for cash at AT THE FRONT DOOR OF THE BAKER to go with that workout? Queries regarding the project will not be an- COUNTY COURTHOUSE at 11:00 AM, on the 11th The afternoon of July 6, em- more commonly known as 615 9th Street swered prior to the meeting. day of August, 2009, the following described prop- David P. Dearing South, Macclenny, FL 32063. 7/16 erty as set forth in said Final Judgment: ployees found a small brown This action has been filed against you and A, R&R, INC bottle laying on the floor of former Baker County Prosecutor you are required to serve a copy of your written 10525 DUVAL LANE LOT 46, FOX RIDGE ESTATES, PHASE defense, if any, upon SHAPIRO & FISHMAN, LLP, MACCLENNY, FL 32063 THREE, ACCORDING TO PLAT THEREOF the exercise room at the Baker Attorneys for Plaintiff, whose address is 10004 N. Phone (904) 259-4774 RECOREDED IN PLAT BOOK 3, PAGES Dale Mabry Highway, Suite 112, Tampa, FL 33618, 77 AND 78 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF Family YMCA in south Mac- The following vehicles will be sold at public BAKER COUNTY, FLORIDA. clenny. SERIOUS INJURIES CAUSED BY within thirty (30) days after the first publication of auction July 31, 2009 at 8:00 am at A, R&R INC, this notice and file the original with the clerk of this 10525 Duval Lane, Macclenny, FL 32063. Jim Bouldin, director of the Court either before service on Plaintiff’s attorney or A/K/A 917 RED FOX, MACCLENNY, FL NEGLIGENCE OF ANOTHER immediately there after; otherwise a default will be 1997 Chrysler Sebring 32063 facility off Lowder St., called entered against you for the relief demanded in the VIN #4C3AU52N4VE091818 police when he suspected its Complaint. 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis Any person claiming an interest in the surplus VIN #2MECM74W7NX692175 from the sale, if any, other than the property owner contents were a bit unusual. AND WITNESS my hand and seal of this Court on as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim the 29th day of June , 2009. U-Haul Trailer within sixty (60) days after the sale. Sure enough, Deputy Jared AL FRASER VIN #14HU12205YWR01222 WITNESS MY HAND and the seal of this Court Peterson field tested the con- CRIMINAL DEFENSE Circuit and County Courts 2001 Dodge Ram Pickup on July 10, 2009. By: JAMIE CREWS VIN #1B7KC23W41J235928 tents — white-colored pieces Deputy Clerk 7/16 Al Fraser 7/9-7/16 known as rocks — and deter- Jacksonville (904) 399-8989 • Macclenny 259-1352 TOWN OF GLEN ST. MARY Clerk of the Circuit Court mined it was crack cocaine. HIGGINBOTHAM’S TOWING & RECOVERY ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS By: JAMIE CREWS Toll Free (888) 211-9451 7611 WEST MT. VERNON Deputy Clerk The facility is not equipped GLEN ST. MARY, FL. 32040-1120 The Town is accepting bids on a 1993 Ford Florida Default Law Group, P.L. Phone (904) 259-4375 • FAX (904) 259-6146 Ranger (VIN# 1FTCR10U0PPA75603) which is P.O. Box 25018 with surveillance cameras to Tampa, Florida 33622-5018 All initial consultations are absolutely free. The following vehicle will be sold at public auc- located in the rear of Town Hall. give police a clue as to who Bids may be dropped off at Town Hall at 10046 F08033555 NBNY-CONV–B-lcurry The hiring of a lawyer is an important decision that should not be based solely upon tion July 24, 2009 at 10:00 am, at Higginbotham’s 7/16-7/23 may have left it there. Testing Towing & Recovery, 7611 West Mt. Vernon, Glen N. Glen Ave. or mailed to P.O. Box 519, Glen St. advertisements. Before you decide, ask us to send you free written information St. Mary, FL. 32040. Mary, FL 32040. for fingerprints was also ruled about our qualifications and experience. 2005 Kawasaki Motorcycle Deadline for Receiving Bids will be: Friday, VIN #JKBZXJC195A002480 July 31 2009, at 10:00 A.M. out because the bottle had 7/16 been handled by others. 7/16 Thursday, July 16, 2009 The Baker County Press Page 7 NEW RIVER LANDFILL Check it out... Earns Eagle rank bakercountypress.com John Edward Burnett passed New River seeks fill dirt contract his Eagle Scout Board of Review last month as a member of troop 245 at Grace Church in Reno, Prepared to offer Plum Creek $375K Nevada. He is the first person in his family to attain Eagle Scout JOEL ADDINGTON — a new dirt source will be necessary. property in Macclenny to the New River land- rank. NEWS EDITOR That led staff to secure quotes from private fill. The low-bid for that work was $2.57 per John is the son of Mr. and [email protected] companies to have 195,000 tons of dirt de- ton. Mrs. John Burnett and the livered annually. The lowest bidder was ROT “These prices are awful good,” said board grandson of the late John A. and The New River landfill is prepared to offer Ranch Construction of Worthington Springs, member Eddie Lewis. “We need to get some $375,000 to the largest private landowner in Fla. at $3.94 per ton for one year. dirt coming in at these prices.” Jamie Kay (Walker) Burnett and the country, Plum Creek, in an effort to se- However, according to an analysis by the Mr. O’Neal said he would attempt to ne- great-grandson of the late John- cure fill dirt for operations through the next landfill’s engineer Jones Edmonds of Gaines- gotiate a contract with the low-bidder, and if nie Albert and Roxie (Prevatt) decade. ville, if the landfill undertook the endeavor unsuccessful move onto the next lowest. Burnett and the late Elijah (Lige) Congratulations, Traci Rhoden, daughter The purchase, if successful, would be part itself, the cost spread over 13 years would The bids for both the transport from Mac- & Karelle Walker, all of Baker of George and Janice Rhoden of Glen of an overall investment of more than half-a- average between $2.05 and $2.25 per ton clenny and the one-year supply of fill dirt are County.” St. Mary. Traci recently graduated with million dollars for trucks, equipment and two depending on the price of the land, which more than two months old. honors in May 2009 from Southeastern new employees as well as contingency costs was assumed to be in the range of $2700 and In other business, the board approved: Advertising Deadline University in Lakeland, Fla. She received and possible wetlands mitigation that may be $6000 per acre. • The purchase of a new $451,000 trash Monday her bachelor of science degree in church needed. “It’s not apples to apples, but it’s close,” Mr. compactor, which is expected to last five 5:00 pm ministries with a minor in the Bible. The Plum Creek property is separated into O’Neal said. “If we bid it out for 15 years — I years. We are very proud of you, two parcels totaling 130 acres located to the don’t know how we would do that — but that • Advertising a request for proposals (RFP) NO EXCEPTIONS! Love Dad & Mom north and south of the Raiford landfill. number [a quote from a private company] to implement the landfill’s gas-to-energy proj- There’s only about 18 months worth of fill would change.” ect, the aim of which is to turn the facility’s gas dirt remaining at the landfill, director Darrell The board decided to move ahead with ne- emissions into fuel that can be sold to power O’Neal told the facility’s governing board July gotiations to buy the land, and if successful, producers like Florida Power & Light (FPL). BORED KIDS? 9. to begin purchasing trucks and equipment for • Moving half a million dollars in Mercan- HOW ABOUT GUITAR LESSONS? “We’re not in a crisis,” he advised. use on the new borrow pits. tile Bank certificates of deposit to another But, for the landfill to continue operations Board members also chose to hire a private community bank. In moving the funds prior Acoustic Guitar ~ Electric Guitar ~ Bass Guitar in coming years — the sixth cell is about to be contractor to transport a six-month supply of to their maturation date, the landfill will pay a Call for a summer trial special! built and planning is underway for cell seven soil stockpiled at the old Pineview Golf Course $4800 penalty. $20 / Session Hydrating: the best prescription (904) 994-0618 Important for fending off trouble

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Marcy Knight, a yoga and swim instructor at the Baker County Family YMCA, recommends 6-8 ounces of water eight times daily for optimum hydration. Water is essential to life and health, particularly during the summer with its 90-plus degree heat. Not consuming enough can result in some critical problems. When a person becomes serious- ly dehydrated, they may suffer symptoms of light-headedness, confusion, fatigue and severe headache. “Most people don’t drink enough water in general and really don’t understand how vital it PG ,1 K7YY71 L ``JB ` is to every function of the human A er football pracce, Elijah Knight drinks plenty of water. Town of Glen St. Mary body,” said Ms. Knight. A vegetarian for the last 20 have limited health benefits. sion.” tians with the First Coast YMCA. Notice of Public Hearing years, Ms. Knight has always been The drinks are believed to help Bob Green, a well known and They recommend the following health and nutrition conscious maintain electrolyte balance, trusted health expert and per- tips for good hydration, especial- and has instilled an awareness but, according to Ms. Knight, if sonal trainer to Opra Winfrey, ly important for athletes getting ORDINANCE NO. 2009-03 of proper hydration in her own consumed too much, they can gives water a big endorsement. ready to participate in strenuous AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE children. Her daughter Brianna, actually cause an imbalance. “I’m a great believer in the training or games. TOWN OF GLEN ST. MARY, FLORIDA, ESTALISH- 14, is a member of the Baker Bul- Plus, sports drinks are very power of water,” he states on his Start hydrating 24 hours be- lets Swim Team and knows the ING AND INTERIM MORATORIUM ON THE ASSESS- high in calories. Web site thebestlife.com. “Your fore exercise, drinking generous importance of keeping hydrated, “You can drink large quanti- body is 60 percent water. It’s fun- amounts of fluid. Two hours MENT OF TOWN IMPACT FEES PURSUANT TO OR- even in the swimming pool. ties of these and other fluids and damental to the healthy function before exercise, consume 14-22 DINANCE 2007-02; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTING “We take frequent water still feel thirsty,” said Ms. Knight. of digestion and metabolism and breaks during practice,” she said. oz of fluid. During exercise, con- PROVISIONS; PROVIDING FOR APPLICABILITY; “That’s usually your body letting essential if you’re watching your sume 6-12 oz of fluid at 15-20 “You can’t perform your best if you know it needs plain water.” weight.” PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND EFFECTIVE you get dehydrated.” minute intervals. After exercise, Ms. Knight’s son, Elijah, 17, Kerri Napoleon and Jenna DATE And she’s right. Dehydration drink 16-24 oz of fluid for every does consume sports drinks, but Braddock are both licensed dieti- can negatively impact exercise pound lost during exercise. is careful about getting his proper performance, a serious issue for Any support or objections may be heard at a public quota of water, too. Through his an athlete during competition. mother’s influence, the health hearing to be held at the Glen St. Mary Town Hall on The body loses water con- conscious football player has all Tuesday, July 21, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. stantly. Exercise, respiration, but given up drinking soda. RICH LAURAMORE perspiration, the temperature “Some days we’re on the prac- inside and outside - all are fac- Any person with a disability requiring reasonable ac- tice field as much as eight hours tors that contribute to its loss. in a day,” said Elijah. “When CONSTRUCTION, INC. commodation in order to participate in this meeting Even during sleep, as much as a we drink, we consume a small Custom Homes • Additions • Remodels should call (904) 259-3777 or fax a written request to pint of water may be lost through amount of water at one time be- respiration alone. (904) 259-5464. If you are hearing impaired and re- cause it’s more comfortable than 259-4893 •• 904-403-4781 cell. Without an adequate supply of quire the services of an interpreter, please call at least having a full stomach and trying 5960 Lauramore Rd., Macclenny, FL 32063 water, energy levels plummet and to work out. But we drink very RR License No. 282811470 one week prior to the meeting and the Town will arrange muscles may develop cramps. In frequently during a workout ses- to provide that service for you. a dehydrated state the body is unable to cool itself efficiently, leading to heat exhaustion and possible heat stroke. PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Ms. Knight acknowledges that many athletes rely on sports drinks but she doesn’t recom- Pursuant to a petition submitted by Todd Knabb, Glen Plantation mend them for general hydra- LTD, to vacate a single lot within a platted subdivision known tion. as Doe Run at Glen Plantation as recorded in Plat Book 3, Page “Sports drinks (Gatorade, 60, for the purpose of adding the acreage to a commercial devel- AllSport, PowerAde) have their opment. The petition is made in reference to the Baker County place, but you shouldn’t depend Land Development Regulations, Sections 8.06.02. The property on them to properly quench your thirst,” she said. is located on the east side of CR 125 N and approximately 850’ Sports drinks are designed foot south of Odis Yarborough Road. The Baker County Board to be used during intense exer- of Baker County Commissioners will consider the petition at a cise lasting longer than 60-90 public hearing scheduled for Monday, July 20, 2009, at 6:01 p.m., minutes. Outside of that, they or as soon thereafter as possible, in the County Commissioners Chambers of the Administration Building, 55 North Third Street, Camp meeting Macclenny, FL. On the date above-mentioned, all interested par- Camp STYLE will be conduct- ties may appear and be heard with respect to the petition. Written ing its annual parent meeting comments for or against the petition may be sent to the Baker to complete paperwork, answer County Planning Department, 81 North Third Street, Macclenny, questions and provide dates and FL 32063. Faxed comments may be sent to (904) 259-5057. Cop- times of all activities on July 16 at 6:15 pm at the Family Service ies of the petition may be inspected in the Planning Department Center. Any parent interested in by any member of the public. According to the Americans with signing up their child is welcome Disabilities Act, persons needing a special accommodation or an to attend or may contact Anne interpreter to participate in this proceeding should contact the Ad- Lewis at 259-7822 for more info. ministration Department at (904) 259-5123 at least 48 hours prior The camp is open to students exiting 5th grade through exiting to the time of the hearing. 8th grade. Page 8 The Baker County Press Thursday, July 16, 2009 stance for the judges by using ing FFA four years ago, she has a show stick to maneuver his shown her Angus cows at least Prepping for national Angus show hooves into position. three times a year and almost al- A show stick is a long, slender ways at the Baker County fair and metal rod with a hook at one end. the Jacksonville fair. The hooked end is placed be- “I love the fairs,” she said. It’s all about grooming, training hefty animals tween the cloven part of the hoof “People watching is as entertain- and gentle nudges encourage the ing as dealing with the animals. KELLEY LANNIGAN bull to step into the proper posi- You meet people who have never FEATURES tion. even seen a real cow before. They [email protected] Ms. Lankford moved to Mac- ask you questions like ‘how can clenny from Texas at age 10. you tell if a cow is male or fe- When Katelyn Lankford She has been raising and show- got involved in FFA her fresh- ing cows since age 12 when she male?’ and they’re serious.” man year at Baker County High joined the Baker County 4-H Ms. Lankford will be starting School, she set a goal for herself. club. One of her most vivid mem- school this fall at the Art Institute By the time she was a senior, she ories is helping her father assist of Jacksonville. There, she plans would enter a Black Angus cow, a cow who was having a difficult to pursue her other love, televi- born and raised on her parent’s delivery. The calf was breech with sion production. Her ultimate farm, in the National Junior An- its back hoofs protruding instead goal is to combine her interests in gus Show. of the head and was in danger of a way that will intertwine televi- Ms. Lankford, who graduated suffocating. sion with Angus production and from Baker County High School “The calf’s back hoofs had to be benefit another generation of last May, is about to achieve that chained together and Dad used young cattle breeders. She hopes goal. an instrument called a ‘Come to produce shows that will appear The 2009 National Junior An- Along’ that is slowly cranked to on RFD-TV Channel 345, the 24- gus Show takes place July 19-25 help move it through the birth ca- hour station with programming in Perry, Georgia. Ms. Lankford, nal,” she said. “My brothers and I targeted toward rural America. a junior member of The Ameri- had to catch the calf in midair.” “I also want to continue to can Angus Association, will be The ‘cow girl’ started off with there before the judges, showing grow my herd and remain in- commercial steers, later choos- volved with FFA as an alumni,” a bull and a heifer that she has ing to work with Black Angus, raised. she said. “I’d love to be able to a breed not seen much in Baker The National Junior Angus supply young breeders with good County at that time. Since join- Show is the largest single-breed stock.” registered beef cattle show in the world with a membership of more than 7000 in the United PH: 904.653.1334 FAX: 904.653.1335 States and Canada. Ms. Lankford will be one of 557 young Angus SIGNS BANNERS breeders from 31 states. HALL’S COPIES For the last six months, Ms. PG ,1 K7YY71 L ``JB ` SCREEN-PRINTING A er a bath, Elrod the bull gets blown dry by owner Katelyn Lankford. ALL YOUR PRINTING printing + advertising EMBROIDERY Lankford has worked to halter- PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS NEEDS IN ONE STOP!! train her cows so they will handle least twice a week. recently trimmed, as was the “Show bulls are judged for well in the ring. For the three After the final rinse with the shaggy hair that grows from the breeding. You don’t want them E-MAIL: [email protected] months prior to the show, extra the hose, Ms. Lankford pulls pole, a protruding bone across to look sunken in. Their physique 6924 E. Mt. Vernon Ste. 104 t Glen St. Mary, FL 32040 care and attention have gone into over a long tube, flips a switch the top of the skull. The bull has needs to look as full, healthy and their feeding and grooming. and blow dries his hair. The bull also been spending time in an air masculine as possible. Controlled In the early morning hours stands patiently while she moves conditioned stall. feeding helps attain that,” she of July 13, Ms. Lankford is out over every inch of his massive As Ms. Lankford explains, said. The 2009 Baker County Value Adjustment Board (VAB) at the barns behind her parent’s frame. bulls that are being groomed and How bulls handle in the ring, is seeking resumes from private legal counsel for appoint- home north of Macclenny just “Doing this twice a week for trained for show are kept out of their stance and posture are also ment to represent the VAB as its legal counsel. Compen- off SR 121. With less than a week a number of weeks prior to na- the pasture and fed separately. important. Just a gentle tug from before the nationals, attention to tionals makes grooming him During the summer months when the lead attached to the brass ring sation for the appointed VAB private legal counsel shall her show cows has stepped up. much easier when it comes time it can get very hot, their appetite in Elrod’s nose allows Ms. Lank- be on an hourly basis to be established by the VAB. Appli- Nine-month-old Elrod, a to show,” she explains. “The hair can become suppressed. Fans in ford to easily control him. magnificently handsome bull, cants must have practiced law for over five (5) years and looks better and is easier to man- their stalls keep them comfort- “Bulls have a short attention may not represent the Baker County Property Appraiser, stands on a cement platform, his age. During the show, it needs able and when they are cooler, span,” she said. “They are easily considerable bulk temporarily to be uniform, all going in one they tend to eat more. Along distracted if heifers are nearby the Baker County Tax Collector, any taxing authority, or restrained in a grooming chute. direction. Blow drying helps a lot with hay, Bull Test feed, a special and a tug on the nose ring gets The chute’s metal frame keeps any property owner in any administrative or judicial re- with that.” formula containing everything their attention.” view of property taxes. The attorney appointed to advise the animal stationary while he Elrod doesn’t seem to mind all needed for optimum health, is She demonstrates how she is given a bath. For the last three the pampering. His hoofs were given in controlled amounts. gets Elrod to achieve the perfect the value adjustment board must attend training provided months, he’s gotten a bath at by the Department of Revenue.

To apply for appointment as VAB Legal Counsel, resumes Workshop August 6 on native plants along with a cover letter, including suggested hourly com- pensation, must be submitted to the Ofﬁce of the Clerk of ALICIA LAMBORN is another attractive deciduous or wet areas, but will grow fine in such light shade that grass will Courts, 339 E. Macclenny Avenue, Macclenny, Florida HORTICULTURE AGENT shrub with triangular leaflets. It full sun to light shade in regular continue to thrive beneath. by 5:00 pm July 31, 2009. Baker County Extension Service flowers heavily in spring, having garden conditions. It has a broad You may already know and scarlet, tu- crown and decorative peeling appreciate some native plants, Plants that are easy to grow bular buds bark that but there are many native plants and maintain are highly desired followed varies that are unknown and under uti- for any landscape, and native by brown in color lized in our landscapes. If you are plants can be both practical and bean pods and new to the area, having trouble attractive choices to liven up any that split texture deciding what to plant or just outdoor space. Because native open to from want to learn more about Florida plants are adapted to the climate reveal tree to native, Florida-friendly, and un- and soil conditions of a given brilliant tree and der-utilized plants that thrive in area, their use in landscaping red, but as the Baker County, plan to attend the can (but not always) decrease poison- tree ages. workshop on Florida-Friendly maintenance. Some plants have ous, Flowers Landscape Plants next month on specific growth requirements seeds. are borne Thursday, August 6 at 3:00 pm. while others thrive under a vari- These in spring The class will be held at the ety of environmental conditions. are and foli- extension office on US 90 west Consider the native habitat of a tough age turns in Macclenny and is free. Please plant before planting to be sure plants yellow in register for the class no later that you can provide a similar that autumn. than Wednesday, August 5th by environment. grow The broad, calling 904-259-3520 or email When searching for native in a open crown [email protected]. American Beautyberry plants, remember that under vari- of this tree Florida’s Plant Protection Law, ety of climatic provides it is unlawful to destroy, injure, and soil conditions. They can harvest, collect, pick or remove also withstand harsh conditions any plants covered by the law and severe insect attacks by go- without prior written permission ing dormant and surviving on the from the landowner or legal oc- reserves of food and water stored cupant of the land. Check with in the root system. local nurseries and nurseries Cinnamon Fern (Osmunda throughout the state that special- cinnamomea) is a great plant for MEE TISING TIN ize in native plants. moist to wet sites in full sun to VER R SALE A G N While some native species deep shade. It is a large fern with AD FO DS O may be hard to find, there are still long, somewhat spreading fronds AL H T G DS ES SAL IGH plenty of under-utilized plants that form a symmetrical clump. E I ES I L A R FL SC C that are accessible to gardeners. There are separate fertile fronds E A YE H E S L R O S E A U S O Some examples: American Beau- with cinnamon-colored spores L IC S T tyberry (Callicarpa americana) is that stand narrow and erect T I G S C P O D O A a small to medium-sized decidu- B 50¢ V O from the center. The new young N R R E R ous shrub that is great for shadier fronds, called “fiddleheads”, are A R T N O S N S O Y I A areas. It bears small pinkish or eaten by deer and other animals gives you M T S H S L E purplish flowers in spring and and although not many people A L E

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The Baker County Press www.bakercountypress.com Thursday, July 16, 2009 The Baker County Press Page 9 Medal is awarded after 16- year delay Longtime Army reservist and now retired National Guards- man Jerry Morgan of Glen St. Mary says his recent receipt of a Meritorious Service Medal is a bit tardy — but appreciated nonetheless. “They put in for it about 16 years ago and say the paperwork got lost — you know how the Army is,” he says with a chuckle, explaining that a fellow master PG - 71 A J71 MB ` sergeant who he had served with Jerry Morgan accepts award from Congressman Ander Crenshaw. In middle is Master Sgt. Jim Pennington. pushed the Army to re-open the request a full three years ago. With the railroad, he was a Guard colonel Jim Bloodworth PG ,1 K7YY71 L ``JB ` The medal — the second high- property accountant, and his of Starke and the congressman. Imari Clark and Sco Rhoden at work in the Baker County Middle School office. est attainable during peacetime background includes completing “I mainly wanted it for my five — was presented to Mr. Morgan college in the Midwest as a chiro- grandchildren so they’d know by Congressman Ander Cren- practor, though he never estab- their Papa did something in the shaw during a USO luncheon at lished a full-time practice. military.” 20 teens enrolled in the Jacksonville NAS on June 30. Though retired officially, Master Sgt. Jim Pennington, who he still maintains ties with the Library closed along with Mr. Crenshaw was military as a member of funeral pivotal in securing the honor, honor guards for veterans in the The Emily Taber Library in ‘Databusters’ program was also on hand. Jacksonville area including the Macclenny will be closed July 14 through July 19 due to construc- Mr. Morgan, 71, qualified for recently opened National Cem- tion. Books can be dropped off in KELLEY LANNIGAN During the orientation, par- Baker County youths to partici- the medal because of the years he etery near the airport. ticipants were introduced to the pate an additional four weeks. the door slot. FEATURES spent as a senior chief instructor “I’ve done about 30 of them [email protected] expectations of the workplace During the last four weeks in the areas of transporting mate- so far this year. It’s something I such as behavior, dress and ap- of the program, the students riel, chemicals and field medical Community Twenty Baker County youths propriate interaction with staff work in offices four days a week. like to do as a way to pay back to supplies. are currently enrolled in Data- and the public. Transportation Databusters culminates with a veterans for what they’ve done,” “I guess I taught on just about Calendar busters, a local summer program is provided to and from the com- “graduation” ceremony during he reasons. that exposes them to a profes- puter instruction and other class- which each participant must give every Army base in the country Mr. Morgan is openly proud Let people know what’s going on- sional work environment and es as well as to assigned job sites. an individually prepared Power- you could name,” said the CSX of the medal and citation that ac- post your special event online also allows them to earn Micro- Participants are paid minimum Point presentation. Transportation retiree who in companied it, along with the help bakercountypress.com soft Office certification. wage for the hours they work. “I take my involvement in this 1977 moved to his seven-acre from Mr. Pennington, former “It’s an entirely new program Databusters partners with of- program very personally,” said tract off CR 229 north of the to Baker County,” said Sam fices such as the Baker County Mr. Miller. “As far as I’m con- Union County line. “I taught sol- Miller, who is in charge of youth Sheriff’s Office, the county build- cerned I’m not just involved in diers and other instructors.” MACCLENNY PEDIATRICS development for the North- ing department and the Baker community work, I’m also doing east Florida Community Action County school district. Partici- God’s work.” Josephine Yatco, MD ~ Board Certified Pediatrician Agency. pants work in these locations on Check it out... 28 W. Macclenny Ave., Suite 5 • Macclenny • 259-5766 Databusters enables these Monday and Wednesday. bakercountypress.com students to learn valuable com- On Tuesday and Thursday, SOCIAL NOTICE puter skills required to work in they convene at Baker County Beat the rush on... professional office settings such Middle School where they receive as Microsoft Word, Excel and computer and software program SCHOOL PHYSICALS PowerPoint. They then have the training in the school’s computer Pre-K, kindergarten and 7th graders opportunity to put those skills to lab. require immunizations. the test in actual business envi- The students abide by a uni- ronments. form code. All wear gray t-shirts SPORTS PHYSICALS Students chosen for the pro- with the program logo on com- Plan ahead for upcoming sign-ups & tryouts gram must come from a low in- puter class days and a dressier come background, have at least a burgundy shirt with khaki pants WELL CHILD CHECKUP 2.0 GPA and demonstrate the de- and close-toed shoes on work Birth, 2, 4, 6, 9, 12, 15, & 18 month sire and dedication to participate days. require immunizations. Yearly exams at in and complete the program. Fridays are devoted to pro- 2 years old. “The main objective is to put fessional development training As simple as an e-mail..... these youths on the road to be- classes. They engage in exercises Get it all done in one visit- If you have any information you coming responsible and self-suf- that build self-esteem and par- Shots are given the same day as the think we need to know, send it to: ficient,” said Mr. Miller. ticipate in attaining other skills physical. “You hear people say that such as the mechanics of writing [email protected] there is nothing for youth to do in a resume, developing good deci- WE TAKE CARE OF ALL Baker County, but this is a terrific sion making habits and what it Horne~Pelham YOUR CHILDREN’S thing to do with your time,” said takes to set and obtain a goal. The Baker County Press MEDICAL NEEDS! Imari Clark, 14, whose mother Another special incentive of- Wed in Orlando 104 South Fifth St. alerted her to Databusters after fers a sweet enticement for par- 904-259-2400 All insurance’s accepted. seeing an advertisement for the ticipants to do well. The Jackson- Kellee Sue Horne and Brett program. ville Jaguars sponsor the Jaguar Ryan Pelham exchanged wed- Scott Rhoden, a rising senior Honor Roll program focusing on ding vows July 8, 2009 in Orlan- at Baker County High School, academic achievement and Data- do at St Luke’s United Methodist was recommended to the pro- busters implements it as part of Church. gram through the school’s guid- their own program. Students Parents of the couple are Jerry You’re invited to ance department. complete assignments such as and Toni Horne of Lee’s Summit, “I’m really pleased to be able book reports and projects like Missouri and Gary and Debbie Special Blessings School Readiness Center’s to learn the Microsoft Office soft- crime prevention and parent/ Pelham of Glen St. Mary. Grand- ware,” he said, “Jobs are scarce student communication. They parents of the couple are Doloros right now anyway and not having are also required to perform four Horne of Jonesborough, Tennes- any marketable skills makes it hours of community service. see, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Smith Jr. Open House & VPK Registration even tougher. Having Microsoft Completing all requirements of Taylor and Grace Reddick of Office certification should really makes them eligible for tickets Pensacola. Tuesday, July 21 increase my chances for getting to Jaguar games and dinner in The bride’s sister Brittany one.” Jacksonville. Databuster’s top Froeschle was Matron of Honor 6:00 - 7:30 pm “It looks good on your resume, two performing participants will and Best Man was Byron Jacobs too,” said Ms. Clark. 590 N. 7th Street • Macclenny receive computers. of Orlando. According to Mr. Miller, there The six-week Databusters A reception, dinner, and dance was a goal for getting 20 students program has been conducted Please come by to register your child for VPK classes and meet our wonderful staff . followed the ceremony at the on board for the program. Each for years in other counties and is Ballroom at Church Street Sta- underwent an application and funded by a federal grant. Work- Bring your driver’s license, proof of residency, updated shot records, physical, interview process and then com- Source in Macclenny is co-spon- tion. original birth certifi cate. pleted a one-week orientation. soring the program, allowing The bride is employed by Walt Disney World as a manager. The We also off er childcare for ages 12 months - less than 12 years old groom is employed by Orange IT’S County schools as a teacher and Your child will be cared for in a Christian environment and coaches both baseball and foot- taught using a wonderful Christian curriculum - A Beka ball. Following a honeymoon in Jamaica, the couple will reside in SPECIAL BLESSINGS IS A MINISTRY OF FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD OF MACCLENNY SUMMERTIME Orlando. Open Tuesday - Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Perfect for church groups, daycare or any group fi eld trip! Open 7:00 - 9:30 pm • Just west of I-75 off US 90 Skating Palace ✓Invitations 357 NW Hall of Fame Dr. • Lake City • 386-755-2232 For wedding invitations with a personal touch, browse our sophisticated selection of premium-quality invitations. Our invitations range from classic to contemporary, making them an excellent choice for any couple. 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Laverne Dicks, ‘Nick’ Stewart, ‘A.J.’ Musgrove, ‘Uncle Leo,’ 83, MACCLENNY DINKINS NEW 79, dies July 9th 60, of Interlachen an avid gardener enjoyed hunting CHURCH OF CHRIST CONGREGATIONAL 573 S. 5th St. 259-6059 METHODIST CHURCH Laverne Johnson Dicks, 79, Nathan “Nick” Stewart, 60, Alfred John “A.J.” Musgrove, Robert Lee “Uncle Leo” Sunday Bible Study 9:45 am CR 127 N. of Sanderson 68 of Glen St. Mary died at his died July 9, 2009, at her resi- of Interlachen died July 6, 2009 Raulerson, 83, of Macclenny Fellowship 10:30 am - 11:00 am Sunday School 10:00 am dence. She was born April 17, at Shands at the University of home Monday afternoon, July died July 13, 2009. Robert was Worship Services Sunday Morning Service 11:00 am 1930 to Anna Gibbs Johnson Florida, Gainesville following 13, 2009. AJ was a loving hus- born in Baker County to Albert 11:00 am Sunday Night Service 6:00 pm and William Riley Johnson in an extended band to his Raulerson Wed. Bible Study Wed. Night Service 7:30 pm Mount Vernon, Georgia. Her illness. He wife Virgin- and Man- 7:30 pm Where Everyone is Somebody and family moved to Florida when was a na- ia Ann for dy Gainey Minister Jesus is the Leader she was young. tive of Mac- 16 years. He Raulerson Sam F. Kitching EVERYONE WELCOME Mrs. Dicks lived her early clenny and was born in on January years in Macclenny and most relocated Folkston, 19, 1926. of her adult life in Lake City af- to Putman Georgia on He was a New Hope Church, Inc. ter moving from Dunnellon, FL County in February 6, life-long in 1962. She retired from the the early 1941 to Ol- resident 23-A to Lauramore Rd. & Fairgrounds Rd. Florida Game and Fresh Water 1970s. lie and Su- of Baker Sunday School 9:45 am Fish Commission after 18 years. Mr. sie Knight County and Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 am Musgrove. She was a charter member of the Stewart was a member Sunday Children’s Church 11:00 am Orchard Community Church, an educated Mr. of Celebra- avid reader who enjoyed sewing, in Baker Nathan Stewart Musgrove Alfred Musgrove tion Baptist Robert Raulerson Sunday Evening Services 6:00 pm gardening, and especially art. County worked for Church in Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting 7:00 pm She delighted in her grandchil- schools and was class presi- Ross and Logan Construction Macclenny. dren and great-grandchildren. dent at J. Franklyn Keller High Company. He was devoted to Mr. Raulerson was retired Pastor J. C. Lauramore welcomes all Mrs. Dicks was predeceased School, class of 1968. After high his wife and his garden, and was from the Florida Department by her parents; stepfather Percy school he attended Edward Wa- compassionate to all who knew of Corrections after 33 years as Harvey; sister Margaret John- ters College to pursue a career him. He loved spending time a corrections officer. He loved son Norman; brother William in the education field. Nathan with his family and friends. He fishing, hunting and taking the Glen Johnson; step-sisters Zel- had various positions as a cor- was predeceased by his parents; family out for a seafood dinner. ma Harvey Peacock and Geanice rectional officer, nurse’s aide, brothers Grady Musgrove and Survivors include sister-in- Harvey Johns. education and was a community Rufus “Buddy” Musgrove; sister law Emily Raulerson; several Survivors include her hus- activist. Wanda Bercau. nieces, nephews, great-nieces band of 60 years, Denver F. In his early childhood and Surivors include wife Virginia and nephews, great-great nieces Dicks; daughters Lane Dicks early teens, Nathan was a mem- Ann Musgrove of Glen; children and a great-great-great niece. (George R. “Bob”) Dekle of ber of St. James Memorial Johnny (Michelle) Musgrove The funeral service will be Lake City and Joan Dicks (Ben- Baptist Church, Allen Chapel and Debbie Musgrove, both held July 17 at 11:00 am in the nie) Taylor of Live Oak; brother AME Zion Church, both of Mac- of SC, Henry (Angie) Mus- chapel of V. Todd Ferreira Fu- George (Ann) Johnson of Mac- clenny. He was a member of Mt. grove of NC, step-children Ed- neral Services with Pastor El- clenny; five grandchildren and Zion A.M.E Church in Hastings die Lawrence of Glen, Scotty mer Crews officiating. Inter- seven great-grandchildren. at the time of his death, and was (Krystal) Lawrence of Folkston, ment will follow at Manntown The funeral service was held a musician for several churches Jerry Lawrence of Indiana and Cemetery in Glen St. Mary. The July 11 at 2:00 pm at Gateway- in the Putnam and St. Johns Tammy (Charles) Ross of Mac- family will receive friends July Forest Lawn Memorial Chapel counties. clenny; brothers Floyd, Mitchell 16 from 6:00-8:00 pm at the fu- with Pastor Eddie Blalock of- Mr. Stewart was preceded in (Jeanette), Freeman (Liz), Alton neral home. Come and magnify the Lord and worship with us ficiating. Interment followed at death by parents Ben and Ev- (Rhonda) and Richard (Cookie) Macedonia Cemetery. elyn (Edwards) Stewart; broth- Musgrove; sisters Audrey Dixon, Glen Friendship Tabernacle ers Robert Jr. and Edward Earl Dorothy Haddock, Evelyn (Dale) Clinton Ave. • Glen St. Mary Infant Brooklynn Stewart; sister Lillie Mae Mc- Dinkins, Ann (Ronnie) Grooms; WJXR Radio Service Sunday....8:30 am Queen. numerous grandchildren, nieces Griffis of Glen Survivors include twin broth- and nephews. Morning Worship Service ...... 10:30 am Brooklynn Anne Marie er Nathaniel Stewart of Colum- The funeral service for Mr. Children’s Church ...... 11:30 am Griffis, 3 weeks old, of Glen St. bus, GA; sister Gloria Stewart Musgrove was held July 16 at Evangelistic ...... 6:00 pm 2:00 pm at Dinkins New Con- Mary died July 13, 2009. Brook- (David) Bryant of Fayetteville, Bible Study (Wed.)...... 7:30pm lynn was born to George Thomas NC; step-mother Daisy B. Stew- gregational Methodist Church Griffis and Kayla Anne Thomp- art of Columbus, GA; sisters-inin Sanderson with Rev. Allen Rev. Albert Starling • Home: 259-3982 • Church: 259-6521 son on June 20, 2009. She was law Ruby Stewart of Macclenny, Crews officiating. Interment fol- a blessing to her family, and she Patricia W. Stewart of Barnes- lowed at Cedar Creek Cemetery. is in a better place now. She was ville, GA, Mildred Stewart of In lieu of flowers, the family re- St. James Episcopal Church the most beautiful thing ever, Atlanta, GA; a host of nieces, quests donations to Community her smile and her warmth kept nephews, other relatives and Hospice. Guerry Funeral Home Minnesota Ave. & 5th Street us going day by day. She will al- caring friends. was in charge of arrangements. ways be in our heart and soul. The funeral service will be In Loving Memory Macclenny held at 10:00 am at Emman- Survivors include parents; sis- Sanderson of ter Isabella Rose Marie Griffis; uel Church of God In Christ in Jerry Donald Dolison Sunday Worship maternal grandparents Shelia Macclenny on July 18 with Rev. Congregational 6/29/1950-7/16/2006 (Delmar) Doss and Norman Lorenzo Laws officiating. Visita- 10:30 am tion of family and friends will Holiness Church Thompson; paternal grandpar- You may be gone, but you’ll Lou Towson, Vicar •• 259-9198 be July 17 from 5:00-8:00 pm CR 127 N., Sanderson, FL ents Wyman and Polly Griffis; never be forgotten. Sleep on, at the “Chapel of Serenity” and maternal great-grandparents Sunday School 10:00 am Jerry and take your rest. I Saturday from 8:00-10:00 am Carl and Margaret Rennie; uncle Morning Worship 11:00 am loved you dearly, but God loved at Emmanuel Church of God In Devin (Raina) Thompson; aunts Sunday Evening Worship 6:00 pm you best. Jacqueline Taylor, Erica Taylor, Christ in Macclenny. Interment CHRISTIAN Wed. Evening Prayer Serv. 7:30 pm FOREVER IN MY HEART, Jessica (Steve) Kish and Jeral will follow at Mt. Herman Cem- YOUR WIFE, (Johnny) Taylor, Sharon Cook etery, Macclenny. The cortege Pastor: Oral E. Lyons ROSA DOLISON and her daughter Susan as well will assemble at the Chestnut’s FELLOWSHIP as several cousins. residence, 409 Lowder St, Mac- The graveside service was Clenny. Karl N. Flagg Serenity The Lord’s Church TEMPLE held July 16 at 10:00 am at Memorial Chapel of Palatka is Intersection of CR 125 & 250 in Taylor •• 259-8353 Senior Pastor Independent Pentecostal Church Associate Pastor South Prong Cemetery with Pas- in charge of arrangements. Sunday school ~ 10:00 am David Thomas Tim Thomas tor Charles Edward Anderson 259-4940 Seventh St. & Ohio Ave., Macclenny 259-4575 officiating. Ferreira Funeral Ser- Sunday service ~ 11:00 am vices was in charge of arrange- Check it out... 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The guardian remain in foster care, guardians time of grief, the outpouring of terrified when people took him helps them understand what is are often the only constant in the so many will never be forgotten. away. They told him he needed going on and assures the chil- children’s lives. Words cannot express how much to be in a safe place but they dren don’t get lost in the system. These volunteers are ordinary it meant to us to have the love and separated him from his siblings, The program depends heavily on citizens. They receive 30 hours support of our family, friends and took him to strange house in a volunteers. In Baker, Bradford of training, are screened for ob- community. During this most dif- neighborhood he didn’t know, and Union counties alone, there jectivity and competence and are ficult time we were embraced by and said he would be going to a are over 90 children in the court asked to commit at least one year. so many, it will be hard to thank new school. system. No legal background is required. each and every one. Through no fault of their own, Guardians serve as fact find- 6-12 hours per month are usu- A special thank you is extended some children are separated ers for a judge, make recommen- ally required, much of which is to Mr. Charlie Ison, who delivered from their families and all they dations and speak for the child done by phone calls and e-mails. a eulogy that expressed the love In Loving Memory are familiar with because of ne- in court, and act as a “watchdog” Guardians have a case coordina- and friendship the two co-work- glect and abuse. It’s a nightmare for the child throughout the case, tor and attorneys to assist them. ers had. Charlie’s description of of “Jake” for them, and they should not ensuring it is brought to a swift There are children in Baker Dr. Alison Webb Mark had us laughing one min- Jason Lee Hodges ute, then crying the next. Charlie 1/25/1984-7/21/2007 have to be alone in this process. and appropriate conclusion. County still in need of their own Earns degree not only worked with Mark, he The overburdened child welfare They monitor and investigate not Guardian ad Litem volunteer to shared the Gospel each day with With pen in hand I try to write system cannot always give thor- only how the children are doing help change their lives. The next Alison Webb of Macclenny re- him and has become a dear friend what’s in my heart, but my ough, detailed attention to each but what progress the parents are class starts August 11th in Starke. cently earned a Doctor of Optom- to our family. heart is broken in so many child who comes before them. making. For more information, call 904- etry degree from Nova Southeast- Thanks also to Brother Pete pieces there is no way to say Enter the Guardian ad Litem Guardians follow their chil- 966-6237 or go to guardianadli- ern University. She is currently Morris of North Jacksonville Bap- what’s in my heart but pain. Program. The court appoints a dren through the dependency tem.org. serving on the faculty of Ohio tist Church, who came to visit and The love you had for your fam- Guardian ad Litem to represent process until the case is closed State University and completing prayed with the family. Brother ily and friends will never be for- the best interest of neglected and and they go back to their fami- Advertising Deadline a residency at Louis B. Stokes VA in Cleveland, Ohio. Buddy Lanier officiated the ser- gotten. One looked into your big Monday Alison is the daughter of Dr. vice. Special music was provided brown eyes and could see all the 5:00 pm Garlon Webb and the late Charles by the Group Redeemed, Bonnie love you had for everyone. Learn local history and H. Webb, Jr. of Macclenny. Massey, Linda Miller and Kim You came into our lives in a big NO EXCEPTIONS! Keith, also from NJBC. We are way and that’s the way you left, grateful for the warm and com- without so much as a goodbye. fulfill required reading passionate care provided by the Northeast Florida Community LOVE AND MISS YOU ALWAYS, With five weeks remaining un- chronicles early settlers in Baker “MAMA” ROSETTA HODGES Hospice Center. til the start of a new school year, County. The book is a rich trove The funeral procession was BCHS students should be think- of local history.” led by two semis driven by Char- Sincere thanks ing about getting back into the After completing the book, lie Ison of Prestige A/B Manage- swing by completing their sum- students are encouraged to visit The wife of the late Mr. Win- ment and Mr. Cecil Hagan, who mer reading requirements. Heritage Park in west Macclenny, ston Lemoyne Williams Sr. would is a long time family friend. Our Summer reading books are where the Burnsed House that like to give her sincere thanks to family would also like to thank on sale while supplies last at the figures prominently in the novel all of you that showed kind acts the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office front desk at the high school as is located. at our time of grief. To my Pas- and the Baker County sheriff’s tor of St. James I would like to well as Barnes and Noble stores department for the donation of share a sincere thanks to you and and Books a Million. For those ice and tea. A warm thank you the members of St. James Bap- students who purchased their also goes to Christian Fellowship qual·i·ty– adj. tist Church as well as Mary and summer reading books from their Temple for the donation of chairs. Michelle McCormick, the Hope English teachers before school Having a high degree Last but not least, a big thank you fmaily, Freddie Griffin, Leroy El- ended, the books can be picked to CVS pharmacy in Macclenny of excellence lis and the Baker County Sheriff, up at the front office; you’ll have for allowing us to do a car wash. Joey Dobson, for all of your sup- to show a receipt. Mark was a unique individual port and help. Students will be tested on the who loved spending time with his SINCERE THANKS, books within the first two weeks THE family, grandchildren, truck driv- OWEIDA WILLIAMS of the new school year. ing, and motorcycle riding. He AND FAMILY went home to be with the Lord on Summer reading titles in- BAKER Monday, June 29. We will cherish clude: the memories we have. He will be Welcome √ Darkness Before Dawn COUNTY greatly missed. – Sharon Draper THANK YOU, First Baptist Church √ A Day No Pigs Would Die RESS MS. KAREN CROSSMAN – Richard Peck P AND FAMILY of Sanderson √ Rumble Fish – S. E. Hinton Enough said. CR 229 S., Sanderson FL √ April Morning – Howard Fast Sunday School ...... 10:00 am Thank you √ If Walls Could Talk – Dr. Words cannot express the Sun. Morning Worship . 11:00 am Jean Dowling gratitude we feel toward our Sun. Evening Worship . . 6:00 pm “The English Department is Baker County family. We cannot excited to offer Dr. Dowling’s Wed. Eve. Bible Study . . 7:00 pm thank enough our church family book,” said department chair at Raiford Road Church, my wife’s Pastor Bob Christmas Kelley Norman. “Dr. Dowling work family from Baker County http://www.fbcofsanderson.org is a local author and the book School Board and the citizens of ampmeetin Baker County for their hospitality during the time of our loss. The C G prayers, cards, phone calls and the food were very much appre- MIKE GREEN PLUMBING ciated. 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ROBERT, GAYVONE, KATIE AND 1-800-782-0059 GABE DEMERS CLAY AND KEIRSTAN BLACKSHEAR 20 Years Social Security Disability Experience www.GBISOnline.com Sunday 6:00 pm~ Family grateful Evangelist Jonathan Church The family of Mrs. Redith Richardson Bryant thanks everyone who thought of us at this Monday-Friday 7:30 pm~ difficult time. Whether it was a visit, a phone call, a card or if you Evangelist Roger Luke brought food, your thoughtful- ness has been a blessing and a comfort to us all. We also extend a special thank you to Pastor Bob Day services starting Tuesday - Friday 10:30 am~ Christmas for the wonderful funeral service and to Archer Fu- Evangelist Justin Griffi s & Jonathan Church alternating neral Home for the special care they gave her and our family. We appreciate you all more than words can say. Many thanks The Lewis Harvey family Everyone invited thanks everyone for the thoughts, prayers, food and flowers during the recent loss of their loved one. 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Lance Armstrong’s name has Who the heck is Marcin Sports stars salaries have Custom Printing to be near the top. Gortat, you ask? No he’s not been way off-base for years, The 37-year-old cyclist some Polish soccer player that but this kind of inflation for a Stationery took time off from the sport nobody outside of Europe has marginal player at best is just Invoices then came back and suffered ever heard of. ridiculous. If Gortat is being a broken collar bone, but still He’s some Polish NBA given a contract extension that Business Cards has managed to be in conten- player that nobody ever heard huge, what will a star player Envelopes tion in the Tour de France, the of that the Orlando Magic just go for this season. premier event in cycling. Invitations For three weeks cyclists tour France, from the flatlands of THE OFFICE MART the south to the mountains of 110 South Fifth St. • 259-3737 the French Alps and finishing in Paris. It is a grueling and unforgiving sport that prom- BEAUTIFUL HOME! - MLS#485896 Nicely ises pain, pain and more pain landscaped 3BR 2BA. Beautiful palm trees in as the cyclists try to get into a front & back. Built in 2005 with over 1300 SF. 1395 Chaff ee Road zone and fight their bodies as $138,000 much as competing with the BRING EVERYONE! - MLS#423992 Bring South, Jacksonville other riders. family, pets & all the neighbors! This property will take care of all. Seller will give Armstrong wasn’t given an allowance for any painting updating of 904.772.9800 much of a chance in this year’s house. Price has been drastically reduced. tour. But with a week left, the Bring all off ers! $599,000 PULL OUT ALL THE STOPS! – American is in third place, COUNTRY SETTING - MLS#467440 One FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS – NOW IS THE TIME! MLS#416054 Perfect just minutes off the lead. With home per 7.5 acres. 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MLS#473391 Adorable separate din. rm. Lg. open kitchen. Lg. custom built 2BA in the country. Off ers 1512 SF. 5.35 acres back porch great for watching deer in your own back very well maintained mobile home. Deck in double wide mobile with 3BR 2BA with open fl oor plan. yard. Call today! Now offering back! Large family rm w/frplc. Sits on .50 acre perfect for those who do not want a lot of maintenance. WATER FRONT LOT! MLS#473281 This well taken care JAX RANCH CLUB - MLS#452129 Get away IN-HOME ADORABLE! of 3BR 2BA hm is located on the beautiful St. Mary’s from city by owning this spectacular vacant - MLS#406637 Cute 3BR 2.5BA off ers River. Don’t let this one slip by! lot of 2.53 acres. Come canoe & ride horses. 1696 SF, wood fl oors throughout. One acre lot w/ BRING YOUR HORSES! TV repair & $100,000 mature oaks. This is a must see! MLS#459119 Beautiful 4BR/3.5BA cedar home on 9.3 acres. 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SPORTSSPORTS NOTICE SUBMISSIONS CONTACT US We welcome your sports submissions for youth league, traveling league or individual athlec achievements. The By phone at 904.259.2400 or by fax at 904.259.6502. You can stop by our office located at 104 S. Fi h Street, paper reserves the right to publish submissions. It is requested that all news items be typed or emailed to insure Macclenny, FL or mail your submission to PO Box 598, Macclenny, FL 32063. accuracy in print. We are available online at www.bakercountypress.com Summer busy for Staples’ Wildcats It may be the All Star break for the major leaguers, but for PG - 71 A A J` MJY` the BCHS Wildcat baseball team there hasn’t been much of a break this summer. John Staples’ Cats Finish in top forty in NY have been hard at work all sum- The Baker Boyz 12 and under traveling baseball team finished in the top 40 of mer long, playing in a tourna- more than 100 teams that took part in week-long tournament at Cooperstown ment that will finish up later this Dreams Park in New York last month. The boys eventually lost 6-4 to an Alabama week and trying to fill some big team, but hit more than 14 home runs during eight very close games, said coach holes left by graduation. Ausn Milton. The team was also treated to a tour of the Major League Baseball The Cats are 10-1-2 so far in Hall of Fame during their stay. They will head to Tallahassee this week to prepare for the fall naonals in St. Augusne in October. Pictured front row from le are the tournament and Staples has Landon Boyee, Chase Brury, Kason Colbert, Jacob Milton and Zack Rafuse; mid- seen a lot of improvement in his dle row from le are Jarrod Crews, Brandon Vining, Levi Hollingsworth, Cameron squad. Wilson, Jarrod Painter and Willie Carter; coaches in back from le are Bruce Sapp, “Though the rain has inter- Travis Tyson and Johnny Tyson. PG ,1 J7Y A33J`B` fered with us a lot we’ve got a Pictured are the first, second and third place finishers from the Bullets at last weekend’s regional championships in Orange chance to get a look at kids and Baker County Touchdown Club Youth Park. They are (back row from le ) Jacob Anderson, 16; Travis Oswald, 17; Deryk Clark, 16; Tim Padge, 13; (front row from le ) Braeden Knight, 6; Ethan Knight, 9; and Jonathan Mobley, 12. some of them have really stepped up,” said Staples. Football and He’s particularly encouraged with the play of Scooter Gross Cheerleader Boys finish strong in meet at first base and Josh Griffis at pitcher. The Baker Bullets swim team will return to Flem- • Seventeen-year-old Travis Oswald garnered “Josh has the potential of be- Sign-ups ing Island and the Barco-Newton YMCA for First first place in the 50-meter freestyle and 100-meter ing a front-line pitcher,” said Coast YMCA championships July 24-25. breaststroke; and second place in the 100-meter Staples. Chris Waddell, who per- “Just about every kid qualified in something to freestyle. formed so well on the mound as get into the championships,” said Bullets coach • Chad Collins, 10, took first in the 100-meter free- a freshman, is playing elite travel SIGN-UPS Andy Johnston. style and individual medley. • Second place finishes ball with a team from Tampa Bay A three-way regional qualifying meet was held in were posted by Dillon Ray, 8, in the 25-meter free- and hasn’t been available this Fleming Island July 11. style, 25-meter butterfly and 25-meter breaststroke; summer. Staples is philosophical Every Saturday ~ July 4 - August 8 The Bullets finished third as a team against host Jarett Raulerson, 12, in the 50-meter freestyle; Ja- about the absence of one of his Barco-Newton and the Dye-Clay YMCA of Orange cob Anderson, 15, in 50-meter freestyle; Collins in top hurlers. “Sometimes it’s good 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Park. The boys as a group finished second. 100-meter medley; Byron Barton in the 200-meter for them to get away and play for “The kids did terrific,” said coach Johnston. “With medley and 100-meter freestyle; Alexis O’Donnell, somebody else for a while.” All sign-ups are at Memorial Field behind almost no exceptions, they all swam their personal 16, in the 200-meter medley; Cory Campbell, 15, There are presently four posi- the BP station on Hwy. 90. bests to qualify.” in the 200-meter medley and 100-meter butterfly; tions that are unsettled because Six-year-old Braeden Knight performed particu- Tim Padgett, 13, in the 100-meter butterfly; Ethan of graduation, but Staples is hyp- larly well with first place finishes in the 25-meter Knight, 9, in the 100-meter freestyle; and Paul Fee $60, copy of birth certifi cate ing the competition. “There’s a freestyle and backstroke and a second place time in Horne, 13, in the 100-meter breaststroke. and proof of insurance a MUST. chance that some of these guys the 25-meter breaststroke. • Other swimmers who qualified are Erica Fla- “He’s a great little swimmer, especially for being kowicz, Karlee Nelson, Mallory O’Donnell, Andrea might even unseat some of the only 6 years old,” said the coach. Clark, Ashton Ray, Jarreett Barton, Amanda Fla- veterans. It’s all about getting The top eight finishers in each age group and kowicz, Kyrie Holman, Dalton Ray, Trent Mobley, kids in the right spots.” event earned a spot to compete in the First Coast Scotty Willis, Zackary Horne, Jake Smith, Hannah After the tournament ends championship. The 8 and under swimmers will hit Johnston, Blair Shadd, Reagan Wilds, Gregory Bar- this weekend, the baseball team the water July 24 at 4:00 pm and the older swim- rios, Emily Collins, Loriann Bliss, Landon Prevatt, will take some time off and won’t mers the following Saturday morning at 8:00 am. and Brianna Knight. come back together until October Other results from last weekend’s meet: 1st.

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