Mostly Sunny 20% rain chance CHALK TALKS on SIDEWALKS | Palatka’s second annual Chalk Explosion. In APPLAUSE 82 62 For details, see 2A www.mypdn.com PALATKA DAILY NEWS THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2015 $1 PUTNAM COUNTIANS HIT THE TRAIL Sheriff: Body cameras unlikely at PCSO

BY PETE SKIBA Palatka Daily News

With a recent police-involved shoot- ing in Jacksonville, Gov. Rick Scott has said he would talk to sheriffs about their thoughts on body cameras for law enforcement personnel. Scott said, “We’re going to see what the results are there and rely on the chiefs and sheriffs (opinions.)” Putnam County Sheriff Jeff Hardy said he stands firmly against requiring deputies to wear body cameras. “There are a lot of restrictions on police. None of the incidents Hardy CHRIS DEVITTO / Palatka Daily News would have hap- More than 40 city and county officials and other residents walked the new trail through the north side of Palatka Wednesday to celebrate National Walking Day. pened if the subjects had not resisted arrest,” Hardy said. “No one wants to hold the bad guys responsible. The majority of the offi- cers out there are doing the right thing. (Nationwide) it is a handful of Walkers express hopes for a healthier population people causing all the problems.” Hardy said there remain strong fis- cal and time-consumption reasons to BY ASIA AIKINS Garcia and a health department The almost-two-mile walk began point just before the walk began, as not equip deputies with body camer- Palatka Daily News team joined representatives from on the recently completed trail Hill said organizing officials worked as. Putnam Blueways and Trails, across from the Italian-Latin Grill to advertise the event on social More than 60 deputies would have Local officials took time Putnam County and the city of and ended at Palatka City Hall. media and the internet. to be outfitted with cameras, Hardy Wednesday to advocate for active Palatka, leading the walk along Walkers were greeted with refresh- “This is the perfect opportunity to said. Body Vision by L-3 Mobile lifestyles and healthy choices, walk- Palatka’s urban rail trail Wednesday ments at the end of the walk and advertise the trail we have here in Vision, a New Jersey company, offers ing with Palatka Mayor Terrill Hill afternoon. were offered a shuttle back to the Palatka, too,” Hill said. “It’s a per- personal law-enforcement cameras at in honor of National Walking Day. “We hope to inspire people in the starting location. fect opportunity for people to come $499 each. Multiply 60 times $499 State Department of Health in city to get out and take our health A large group of city and county and the cost is $29,940. Putnam County Administrator Mary more seriously,” Hill said. residents gathered at the starting See WALKERS, Page 10A Considering there is presently no IT, information technology, in place for storage, that would be an added expense. The Putnam County Commission would have to authorize the purchase. There would also be other expenses associated with data Torch Run for Special Olympics headed here Monday recovery and maintenance. “We are the poorest county in the BY ASIA AIKINS runs in the weeks leading up to the annual cially exciting to them,” she said. “They feel like state,” Hardy said. “I don’t see the Palatka Daily News state games each spring. they are their friends.” commissioners funding this.” “It has been done for numerous years,” Guy According to the Special Olympics website, Considering that Florida’s public Local residents will join a statewide effort said. “It’s a worth-while cause to bring aware- law enforcement from more than 300 agencies records laws make many records Monday bringing support to Putnam County’s ness to Special Olympics and Putnam County participate in the run each year. While the path available to residents at low cost, Special Olympics athletes through the annual athletes. We have athletes who participate in may change, Guy said a state coordinator for requests for video logs could slam the Law Enforcement Torch Run. the state games. We even had some go to the run connects each agency when it’s time to office staff. Putnam County Sheriff’s Department Det. nationals.” pass off the torch. Keeping up with public paperwork Jared Guy will pick up the torch from a neigh- Local coach Celeste Bass said athletes like Putnam County Special Olympics coordina- requests already takes time and effort boring county just before the Torch Run begins her son find the Torch Run exciting each year tor Carolyn Brantley said participation in from the main job of protecting the at 9 a.m. Monday at the track outside of as family, friends, local residents and law Putnam’s Special Olympics program had been public, said Capt. Gator Deloach. Moseley Elementary School in Palatka. The enforcement gather in their support. “We have so many public records torch is passed from county-to-county for torch “Having law enforcement involved is espe- See TORCH, Page 5A See CAMERAS, Page 5A

INDEX Advice ...... 5A Kids get their fi ll of wheels and more at annual Touch-a-Truck Briefing ...... 2A Classified/Legals ...... 8A BY BRANDON D. OLIVER years, it also occurs during spring Comics ...... 5A Palatka Daily News break. Horoscope ...... 5A “All the kids are excited to honk the Lottery...... 7A Dozens of emergency, sanitation, horns and jump in the vehicles,” Obituaries ...... 10A parks and public works vehicles were Simpson said. “We shoot for (the Opinions ...... 4A on display Wednesday as part of the event to be during) Spring Break. Sports ...... 6A annual Touch-a-Truck event. April is National County Government Sudoku ...... 9A Hosted by the Putnam County Month.” Parks and Recreation Department, Many of the agencies that were at The Voice of Touch-a-Truck is a way for local resi- the sports complex Wednesday have Putnam County dents to get a glimpse at the equip- attended the event before, but it was ment that many local agencies use to the first time in several years UF since 1885 carry out its services. Health had one of its helicopters at Hundreds of people attended the Touch-a-Truck. VOL. 127 • NO. 66 event, which was held at the John Katie Hodge took her 2-year-old PALATKA, FLA. Theobold Sports Complex in Palatka, son to his first Touch-a-Truck event to view and/or sit in the vehicles from so that he could get an up-close look 12 agencies, including the Palatka at his favorite vehicles. Public Notices Police Department, Putnam County Although he sees them from afar on Page 8A Sheriff’s Office, Fire & EMS and UF plenty when he’s at home, Hodge By mail, 2 sections Health in Gainesville. said, her son got even more joy being CHRIS DEVITTO / Palatka Daily News Recreation Manager Tess Simpson able to get on the motorcycle and in Brantley and Micah Moore got to sit in the seat of a Putnam County Public Works said that the event is meant to cele- bulldozer during the Touch-a-Truck event at the John Theobold Sports Complex brate local government, but like many See TRUCKS, Page 3A Wednesday morning.

040215a1.indd 1 4/1/15 7:52 PM 2A PALATKA DAILY NEWS • THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2015 Palatka Street Turned Into Canvas of Color

Luke Taft creates a chalk art design on the street on St. Johns Avenue Putnam AM during a Third Friday event in Downtown Palatka recently. Taft is moving traffic violation. chairman of this Willie Charles Simmons, 38, San year’s Palatka Chalk Explosion’s Local News Mateo: moving traffic violation. third annual street Putnam County painting event March 31 planned Saturday, Seasonal manatee April 11, from 9 zones now in effect Nelle Michelle Ard, 39, Palatka: a.m. to 4 p.m. two counts possession of a controlled between the 300 Boaters can enjoy opportunities to substance. and 400 blocks of observe one of Florida’s unique spe- Joshua Douglas Dey, 25, St. Johns Avenue cies but to avoid colliding with mana- Interlachen: aggravated assault in Palatka. The tees, people on the water should take with a deadly weapon. competition is basic steps such as slowing down, open to everyone watching out for the animals and and will be divided complying with regulations in mana- in three categories tee zones. – inexperienced In effect from April 1 through Nov. State News artists, 15, seasonal manatee zones require professionals and boaters slow down in certain areas to Orlando youth. Chalk will prevent manatees from being struck be provided. by motorboats or personal water- Formerofficer sentenced Registration craft. For more information on man- deadline for the atee zones and maps, go to MyFWC. for aiding drug dealer competition is April com/Manatee and select “Protection A former Titusville police officer has 9. For related Zones,” where there are links to been sentenced to 10 years in federal story and more county maps. prison for participating in a drug deal. photos, see today’s Applause. Because manatees are large, slow- U.S. District Judge Paul G. Byron moving and difficult to detect when sentenced 46-year-old Richard Submitted photo underwater, operators of boats and Irizarry on Tuesday. The sentence, personal watercraft need to take for attempting to aid and abet the basic steps to avoid causing injury to distribution of cocaine, also includes the marine mammals: Wear polar- four years of supervised released. ized sunglasses to help spot mana- Irizarry was found guilty by a feder- tees; Look for the large circles on the al jury in January. water, also known as manatee foot- At trial, prosecutors said that in Islamic State group cited as need for bill to prints, indicating the presence of a the summer of 2013, Irizarry manatee below; Look for a snout befriended a confidential DEA infor- sticking up out of the water; Slow mant. Later, Irizarry spoke to the down and comply with manatee informant about wanting to get into keep military personnel information private speed zones. the drug business and aided him in The FWC also asks anyone seeing avoiding detection by undercover By Brendan Farrington addresses, phone numbers, birth- ing rolls. an injured, distressed, sick or dead DEA agents. The informant then Associated Press dates and other personal informa- “My supervisor of elections said manatee to call the agency’s Wildlife paid Irizarry for his assistance. tion. It would also apply to their ‘This is crazy. These people are out Alert Hotline, (888) 404-3922 TALLAHASSEE — A Florida spouses and children. there doing some of the most dan- (FWCC) or dial or *FWC on a cell tampa state representative used the threat The committee unanimously gerous missions in the world to pro- phone. of the Islamic State group to approved the bill. It is now ready for tect our freedom, and now they’re Recruiter faces prison advance a bill Wednesday that could a full House vote. afraid to come home and participate PALATKA time for claiming bonus make it harder for people to find Gaetz said his original bill applied in our own electoral process,’” Gaetz addresses, phone numbers and only to members of special opera- said. ‘Beauty and the Beast’ A longtime military recruiter faces other personal information of mili- tions units, but he expanded the The bill is opposed by the First tickets now on sale prison time and must repay $78,000 tary service members, their spouses language after a group calling itself Amendment Foundation, an open after admitting in federal court that and children. the Islamic State Hacking Division government watchdog group. Tickets for Palatka High School’s he claimed recruitment bonuses that Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz told released information on military President Barbara Petersen said it 10th anniversary production of he didn’t deserve. the House Local and Federal Affairs members, including three is too broad and isn’t necessary. She “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast” are Forty-seven-year-old Travis Committee that recent news of the Floridians, and urged sympathizers wrote to Gaetz expressing her con- now on sale at Ralph’s House of DeVall pleaded guilty Tuesday to Islamic State group posting photos, to find them and kill them. cerns. Flowers and the PHS cashier’s office. conspiracy, wire fraud and theft of names and addresses of 100 mili- “It increased the level of serious- “It’s important to take this threat There will be eight public perfor- government funds, crimes that are tary members made his bill an even ness,” Gaetz said after the vote. “It in context. The group responsible mances from April 30 until May 10. punishable by up to 20 years. higher priority. He said the showed that this was not a theoreti- for creating the target list did not All seats are reserved and cost $15. He was featured in a 2009 Army Department of Defense said the cal threat; this is an actual threat make a public record request to Performances will be at the C.L. Times article touting the success of information was likely obtained that our servicemen and -women obtain the information about those Overturf Sixth Grade Center audito- the now-defunct Army National through social media sites and pub- face every day.” targeted — the information was rium. Guard Recruiting Assistance pro- lic records. Gaetz, who represents parts of posted to the Internet by the U.S. gram, which paid him up to $5,000 His bill (HB 185) would allow cur- Okaloosa County, said his idea orig- Military,” Petersen wrote. for each new recruit he found. rent and former military members inated after special forces members A similar Senate bill (SB 674) has But some recruits told federal who have served since Sept. 11, who feared for their families’ safety been unanimously approved by two agents they never met DeVall and 2001, to petition government agen- asked elections officials to remove committees and has one more stop Announcements didn’t know who he was. cies to block the release of their their names and addresses from vot- before reaching the Senate floor. EAST PALATKA Markets PA AL TKA DAILY NEWS WEATHER REPORT Rib sale conducted Dow Jones 7-Day Local Forecast by Masonic Lodge Industrials -77.94 17,698.18

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040215a2.indd 1 4/1/15 4:40 PM 3A PALATKA DAILY NEWS • THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2015

Palatka Police Sgt. Toby Williams meets with children during the Touch-a-Truck event.

Photos by CHRIS DEVITTO / Palatka Daily News People attending Putnam County’s Touch-a-Truck event got the chance to also touch Shands Care One, a medical helicopter from Shands in Gainesville Wednesday morning when it landed at the John Theobold Sports Complex in Palatka.

Children from the Kearse Family Daycare climb stairs to one of Putnam County’s pieces of heavy equipment Wednesday. Below, Putnam County Sheriff’s Office SWAT Team members David Ussery and Caleb French talk to children inside their truck.

Above, Caden Smith sits in the seat of a Putnam County Fire Department truck as his brother Caleb, 6, attempts to join him. Right, children and parents got a close look at a Putnam County dump truck during the Touch-a-Truck event. Dining & “They’ve been coming in he and his co-workers use to see what the county has waves, and it’s been busy. daily. to offer. It really captures Entertainment Trucks They’ve already got to see a He said that although (children’s) interests; they CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1A few ambulances leave out children get a lot of enjoy- get a thrill out of that. That in Today’s edition on call.” ment from the annual really makes it worthwhile of Emergency agencies event, Touch-a-Truck is a – to see the kids smiling other vehicles. weren’t the only groups to way for people of all ages to and having a great time.” “We live right by the have vehicles available for learn about county depart- highway, and he loves hear- viewing. ments and other emergency [email protected] ing the ambulances and Bill Shorts from the agencies. fire trucks go by,” she said. county Sanitation “I think it’s a great Hodge and her son Department was at the thing,” Shorts said. “It weren’t the only ones enam- complex with two vehicles brings the community out ored of the emergency vehi- cles. County Fire & EMS Capt. Joe Guthrie said that by noon, more than 100 NEWSPAPERS children had climbed inside the one of its fire trucks and used the hoses. “There’s been a bunch of kids,” Guthrie said. Face painting, IN Bring the whole bounce houses and family to enjoy so much more! the fun! Country Feed & General Store EDUCATION 386-328-6047 / [email protected] 2420 Reid Street • Palatka, FL 32177 JOIN US FOR OUR CELEBRATION APRIL 11 • 8 AM-3PM PRIZE DRAWINGS! DOOR PRIZES! Enter to win a YETI Roadie 20 Cooler & $500 Gift Card First 20 customers receive a complimentary 25% Off bag which they may stuff & receive 10% off -Apparel all items squeezed inside! *Offer does not apply to live animals, other sale -Bulk Garden items or consignment goods! Seeds PRIZE DRAWINGS EVERY HOUR! Discounts on: Sun Fresh Scratch Feed • Layena Crumbles & Pellets Exclusive Dog Food • Strategy Healthy Edge Legends Sport Horse Plus Textured Southern States Beef Commodity Blend Representatives from Purina & The Hay Exchange will be available. The FFA Alumni Food Wagon will have lunch available to purchase.

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040215a3.indd 1 4/1/15 7:50 PM 4A PALATKA DAILY NEWS • THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2015 Opinions PALATKA DAILY NEWS Today in History Proud to serve Pu tnam County, Florida sin ce 1885 Today is Thursday, April 2, the W Ayne K NUCKLES, Publisher 92nd day of 2015. There are 273 A l Kromba c h , E d i t o r days left in the year.

C o m m u n i t y N e w s p a p e r s , I n c . tha is d y in putnam: OUR MISSION: We believe that strong newspapers build strong In 1844, a visitor to the area communities. Newspapers get things done. Our primary goal wrote, “I anchored off Drayton is to publish distinguished and profitable community-oriented newspapers. This mission will be accomplished through the Island in Big Lake George. There teamwork of professionals dedicated to truth, integrity, loyalty, was only a blockhouse built dur- quality and hard work. ing the Indian war. The only habi- TOM W OOD, C HAIRMAN tation was one where an old Negro DINK NESMI TH, P RESIDENT man lived.” In 1910, lights were installed OtheR VI EWS across the bridge in Palatka, per- “ Our Views” is the editorial position of the Palatka Daily News. All other features mitting night travel. on the Opinions page are the views of the writers or cartoonists and do not In 1915, Palatka got a new tele- necessarily reflect the views of the Palatka Daily News. phone system that only required lifting the receiver to get “central.” No bell ringing required.

Today’s Highlight in History: On April 2, 1865, Confederate Battle over President Jefferson Davis and most of his Cabinet fled the Confederate capital of Richmond, Virginia, because of advancing Union forces. health care O n this dATe: Where the Easter bunny In 1513, Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de Leon and his expedition landed in present-day Florida. (Some historians say the landing looms gets his eggs actually occurred the next day, on April 3.) In 1792, Congress passed the lorida legislators have had a lacklus- his Sunday is Easter and But he’s in too deep to turn Coinage Act, which authorized ter session, with few substantive you know what that means DEborah back now so he fires back, “He establishment of the U.S. Mint. bills passed and little political – thousands of parents all has direct deposit.” In 1800, Ludwig van Beethoven drama. That might change soon. Tacross America are going welky For some reason, this seems to premiered his Symphony No. 1 in F to have to try to explain to their make perfect sense to the child C Major, Op. 21, in Vienna. Legislators annually spend 60 days in children how the Easter rabbit, out of my head and the egg-buying question is In 1917, President Woodrow Tallahassee crafting laws, but the one thing a known mammal, gets all those put to rest. But the discussion is Wilson asked Congress to declare they must do each year is pass a balanced eggs. not over yet. “Daddy?” war against Germany, saying, budget by the end of the session. The precocious grade-school child will begin He breaks out in a cold sweat. “The world must be made safe for That must be done by May 1 this year, and the conversation by saying, “Mammals don’t “I saw shelves and shelves full of Easter democracy.” (Congress declared all indications are that it won’t be easy. lay eggs, Daddy.” candy at Walmart. Does the Easter bunny shop war four days later.) Plenty of compromising and fighting lies She knows this is true because she just fin- at Walmart?” In 1932, aviator Charles A. ahead. Here’s why: Last week, both the ished a full chapter of study on mammals and So then poor dad has to tell his offspring Lindbergh and John F. Condon rabbits were prominently featured as giving that the Easter bunny makes all those same went to a cemetery in The Bronx, House and the Senate unveiled their pro- birth to live young. In fact, last week’s big chal- kinds of candy in his candy factory. He gives New York, where Condon turned posed budgets. And the chambers are $4.2 lenge for daddy was figuring out how to con- the candy that HE made to the kids but over $50,000 to a man in exchange billion apart. vince this very child why she could not have a Walmart likes to keep Easter candy on hand for Lindbergh’s kidnapped son. The House’s proposed budget stands at couple of rabbits as pets. because grandmas and grandpas like to spoil In 1942, Glenn Miller and his $76.2 billion, which is less than current So now he will tell her she’s right – rabbits their grandchildren. orchestra recorded “American spending; the Senate’s is $80.4 billion, are mammals and, generally speaking, only Then things start getting out of hand as dad Patrol” at the RCA Victor studios birds lay eggs. He will say, “The Easter bunny goes on about how the children don’t NEED in Hollywood. which would be the largest in state history. gets his eggs from chickens, just like we do.” any more candy and the parents TRY to tell In 1968, the science-fiction film Chipping the plans down to a middle And then the dear child will ask if the rabbit them NOT to buy it, but the grandparents sim- “2001: A Space Odyssey,” pro- ground will be painful. At the core of the goes to the supermarket because she’s never ply will not listen! “It’s as though they have duced and directed by Stanley debate is a philosophical difference on how seen him there. Her eyes will narrow. She some inner drive to rot children’s teeth, to ‘top’ Kubrick, had its world premiere in to spend most of the money. And healthcare wants the truth, no messing around. the Easter bunny and to hastily drive away in Washington D.C. — specifically, how we pay for the medical So poor beleaguered dad will admit that no, their cars when the sugar high becomes the In 1974, French President needs of millions of low income Floridians the Easter bunny does not go to the supermar- temper-tantrum low and…!” Georges Pompidou, 62, died in ket. Then he will brighten a bit and say, “He But then he notices his child’s quizzical face Paris. — is shaping up to be the battle royal. goes to a farm! Yes, he goes to a farm and gets and stops short. After all, grandparents who In 1982, several thousand The heftiness of the Senate’s budget is dozens and dozens of eggs to give to good little love their grandchildren can’t HELP spoiling troops from Argentina seized the mainly because it includes federal dollars to children on Easter.” them. So he changes his tack. disputed Falkland Islands, located cover the uninsured at Florida hospitals And then the child will want to know if her “Walmart buys candy because some grown- in the south Atlantic, from through the Low Income Pool, or LIP. beloved Easter bunny steals the eggs like a ups are jealous that only children get Easter Britain. Florida was notified that the LIP would be common criminal and the dad will say, “Of baskets so they buy candy for themselves and In 1986, four American passen- funded only through June 30. “Coming up course not. He buys them.” But the minute the eat it when the children are asleep and…oops.” gers were killed when a bomb words are out of his mouth he realizes his mis- The father waits for his child’s eyes to get exploded aboard a TWA jetliner with a new LIP model that the federal gov- take. The child closes in with, “Where does a wide with disbelief but instead, the little en route from Rome to Athens, ernment approves is, I believe, the most rabbit get money?” sweetheart reaches over, pats his hand and Greece. critical question facing the Florida health- “Um…” says, “It’s okay, Daddy. I know Mommy does care system,” State Sen. René García, “Does he have a job?” that.” Ten years ago: R-Hialeah, head of the Appropriations And dad will pounce on that concept, going “She DOES?!” Pope John Paul II, who’d helped Subcommittee on Health and Human into great depth about how long it takes to dye And suddenly the child wants to play out- topple communism in Europe and Services, told the Editorial Board. eggs and sort eggs and put eggs into baskets. side. She scampers off and there’s nothing left left a deeply conservative stamp “And then DELIVERING the eggs is a very big for ol’ Dad to do but raid the pantry, looking for on the church that he’d led for 26 An alternative to Medicaid expansion, now deal…” Peeps…and those marshmallow bunnies…and years, died in his Vatican apart- called the Florida Health Insurance “He gets a paycheck?” The child obviously those malted milk eggs. ment at age 84. Affordability Exchange or FHIX, is also on does not believe what she is hearing. Dad Dang, those things are good. the table and also merits approval. Pending doesn’t believe what HE is hearing, either. Five years ago: federal consent, this would allow Florida to What does this little girl know about the world Deborah Welky lives in Palatka with her husband, President Barack Obama, visit- tap federal Medicaid money to allow low- of paychecks? Mark. ing a factory in Charlotte, North Carolina, hailed a new govern- income Floridians to purchase private ment report showing the most jobs healthcare coverage. Some of our poorest created in nearly three years, say- residents desperately need this break and Public F orum ing, “We are beginning to turn the we think they should get it. In the long run, corner.” Gunmen seeking to pass it will save money for all Floridians, money themselves off as U.S. and Iraqi now spent in emergency room care. Soil under Florida Forest Service nursery Orange Park Medical Center soldiers raided a Sunni village We agree with García. near Fort Myers. Everyone of and needed the bandage outside Baghdad, killing at least those trees failed to live except changed on Friday. What a 24 people in an execution-style But the gauntlet has been thrown down. Rodman not good perhaps 25 or 30 that were waste of time and gas to get attack. House Speaker Steve Crisafulli, R-Merritt planted on the west end. The there with that detour! Island, has said the House is not for any There has been an effort last time I visited there, the One year ago: expansion, whatever it’s called. made to breach the dam at the trees were perhaps 3-inches in Glenda Brooks The Supreme Court’s conserva- Senators have indicated they are willing to Rodman retention pool on the diameter. Palatka tive majority voted 5-4 to free hold up the budget process over the issue. Ocklawaha River for a num- This site is located about 50 wealthy individuals to donate to “Addressing Florida’s healthcare challenges ber of years now. The folks feet north of the riverbank, as many political candidates and behind the effort are serious about half a block off the high- Donors left tons campaigns as they wanted, fur- is a priority of the Senate, and the budget about returning the river to its way (State Road 29). My recol- ther loosening the reins on giving reflects our hesitation to fund other issues natural state. lection is there is approxi- of food at fair by big contributors. At Fort Hood without resolving this problem,” said Sen. Before they do, they need to mately 90 acres on this site, in Texas, three soldiers were Anitere Flores, R-Miami, chair of the Miami- consider a few facts first. The down the remains of a street Thanks Putnam County for killed and 16 others were wound- Dade delegation. We hope the Senate is suc- pool has existed for roughly 60 about one block north of the the fair food. On behalf of the ed in a shooting rampage by cessful in its efforts. years now. When soil is sub- highway bridge from down- food pantries who were the another soldier, Army Spc. Ivan A. merged for that period of time town LaBelle. recipients from the food dona- Lopez, who then killed himself. Education is another budget sticking it becomes sterile. It no longer My recollection is that this tions on Sunday and point: The House includes more money for contains the necessary bacte- soil area has about 90 acres Wednesday from Putnam Today’s Birthdays: school construction and maintenance than ria that helps change wood therein. Last time I visited the County fairgoers, of which Actress Rita Gam is 88. Actress the Senate. But neither increases per-stu- stem matter into food for area, sandspurs would not approximately 6,500 pounds Penelope Keith is 75. Singer Leon dent funding to meet the governor’s recom- plants of any kind. It will not even grow there. were collected, we would like Russell is 73. Jazz musician Larry mendation of $7,176 per student. sustain plant life whatsoever. to give a big thanks to the Coryell is 72. Actress Linda Hunt As anticipated, environmental spending I suggests a number of these Gerald D. Brisbin Putnam County Fair is 70. Singer Emmylou Harris is folks visit an area on the Palatka Authority, Seminole Electric, 68. Social critic and author from voter-approved Amendment 1 — this northside of the and to all the citizens who Camille Paglia is 68. Country year estimated to be $757 million — is Caloosahatchee River canal participated. We would espe- singer Buddy Jewell is 54. Actor another bone of contention. that was a spoil area where Railroad blocked cially like to thank Malcolm Christopher Meloni is 54. Actor Once each chamber approves its version contractors for the US Corps Fabre of Seminole Electric, Clark Gregg is 53. Rock musician of the 2015-16 budget, the process known of Engineers in the late 60s entire highway Fair Board member and Greg Camp is 48. Country singer as the “budget conference” will begin. That’s pumped spoil from a hydraulic President of the United Way Jill King is 40. Actor Adam when representatives from each chamber dredge digging the Why oh why did we have to of Putnam County for making Rodriguez is 40. Actor Jeremy Caloosahatchee River Canal. go so far a detour to go to this annual event happen. Garrett is 39. Actor Michael meet to bargain and compromise. This dirt and rock filled that Orange Park Medical Center These non-perishable items Fassbender is 38. Singer Lee Capitol watchers say this year lawmakers spoil area to a depth of about on Friday for the work being really make a difference to the Dewyze (TV: “American Idol”) is may actually have to call a special session, 10 feet. The material was also done on the railroad tracks? food insecure in whether they 29. Actor Jesse Plemons is 27. which is what it may take to fix our health- sterile. The lat time I visited Could it have not been done in go to bed hungry or not. May Singer Aaron Kelly (TV: care, education and environmental needs. the area was about 1980 or so. a better way without closing God bless you. “American Idol”) is 22. It’s not easy, but we urge legislators to blend On Christmas Day 1968, down Highway 17 totally? myself and two other gentle- What an inconvenience and Col. O. Bud Surratt Thought for Today: their budgets and do what’s best for Florida. men planted 1,000 rosewood expensive detour and very President, St. Vincent de “Never think you’ve seen the last The Miami Herald trees on that site. The trees time consuming maneuver! Paul Society of anything.” — Eudora Welty, were obtained from the I had surgery on Tuesday at Interlachen American author (1909-2001).

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CROSSWORD ADVICE BY HARRIETTE COLE ACROSS 52 Kind of tie 27 Highland 47 Arith. 1 Apple drink 54 Burned and lakes term 6 Woven looted 28 Wilt 48 Sandwich Reader is unsure about visit 10 Ads 58 Argue 30 Border on cookie 12 Made happen 59 Quiet 32 Showery mo. 49 Rum-soaked Dear Harriette: One of my Because your friend knows scholarship and a chance at the 34 Handy cake 14 Save 60 Four-letter old friends just told me that he the lay of the land, he will be best colleges out there. He isn’t 15 Fancy word abbr. 51 CPA 16 Concert hall 61 Concrete 39 Take a employer has moved to Brazil. He went able to ensure that you both have really listening. Do you think I cry reinforcer deep — 53 Winery there for vacation a couple of a fantastic time. should lighten up, or what? — 18 Mammoth 41 Richer, as feature Cave loc. DOWN batter 55 Can opener months ago, but he just can’t Go with the intention of see- Seeing the Future, Shreveport, 19 Worked the 1 EMT 44 Poker stake 56 LAX guess seem to leave. I am so happy ing the country, its people and Louisiana soil technique 46 Battery 57 Van — Waals Yesterday’s Answer for him. all of its beauty. 21 Regard as 2 Ill temper terminal force Dear Seeing The Future: 23 Crooner 3 — and don’ts He was not working a full- Choose to savor each moment Rather than chastising your — Damone 4 Game-show time gig at the time and figured, and learn about the dynamic teen, which never works any- 24 Where to spot host why not clear his head? He has cultural treasures that Brazil has UFOs 5 Waves of way, consider talking to him 26 Shape or form applause asked me to join him for a vaca- to offer. about his future. Talk about his 29 Tearful 6 — Abdul- tion this summer to check it out Feel no pressure to move request Jabbar hopes and dreams. Ask him to and either just hang out, or even there. If your friend starts push- 31 NASA 7 Wimple describe how he sees his life in counterpart wearer consider moving there, too. I am ing, remind him that his dream five or 10 years. Ask him about 33 Extra 8 Ms. Dinesen pretty much a chicken. I might is different from yours. 35 Iffy attempt 9 Chapeau’s his passions. consider going for vacation, but Dear Harriette: I have one 36 Cleopatra’s place Encourage him to dream about snake 11 Dry, as wine I don’t want to move out of the child who is very smart. He 37 Kilt sporter 12 Earth’s center his future and be specific about country. Do you think it’s wise does well in all of his classes 38 Cold shoulder 13 Lair what he sees in it. By helping 40 Before, to 17 Journeys for me to go for a visit, consid- and always has. Now that he’s him to focus on the life he will Blake 19 Sword ering that I love my life back at a teenager, though, he is sat- 42 Ad — handles build for himself, you create committee 20 Atlantic or home? What should I tell my isfied with decent grades and 43 Room service Pacific friend? — Need a Vacay, Los isn’t striving for the best. He space for him to consider how item 22 Pops’ partners Angeles says he’s doing OK — A’s and to get there. 45 Pant 23 CEO aides Having A’s and B’s with an 47 Toss 25 New Zealand Dear Need A Vacay: Your B’s — but he can’t study more 50 Naval rank parrot friend had his life’s agenda, as because of sports and his girl- active social life, by the way, is you have your own. You should friend, etc. I told him I think he pretty good. He may be striking HOROSCOPE feel perfectly comfortable get- should adjust his priorities. I do an appropriate balance for his For Thursday, April 2, 2015 ed. Work on a creative pastime Take a trip, join a theater group or ting on a plane and heading to want him to have a well-rounded life. You can support him by that will keep you away from sign up for a creative course that Brazil for some much-needed life, but if he really applies him- guiding his thoughts to the life Show your individuality. You disgruntled colleagues or family intrigues you. rest and relaxation. self now, he can probably get a he will soon command. can make your mark in a big members. Don’t waste time wor- SAGITTARIUS way by putting your own spin on rying about things that haven’t (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) the tasks you accomplish. Taking happened. Stop dwelling on the things you BRIDGE pride in what you do and believ- LEO can’t change. If you put personal ing in your personality and talents (July 23-Aug. 22) and emotional issues aside, you finding the correct play can be South starts with seven top will draw positive attention. If you put your best foot for- ARIES will have the energy to get a lot ward, you will reach your highest done. Keeping busy will be nec- very difficult. This deal, for tricks: two hearts, three diamonds (March 21-April 19) potential. You are no stranger to essary. example, would trip up a lot of and two clubs. So, a 3-3 diamond It’s time to finalize the deal hard work, so keep the momen- CAPRICORN players. division is enough — but that that will bring the highest reward. tum going and financial rewards (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) If you don’t put in the time and How should South plan the split is against the odds; and if will come to you. A hasty decision could have effort now, a great opportunity VIRGO negative repercussions. This is play in three no-trump after West it exists, it will still be there in will be missed. (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) not a day for wheeling and deal- leads his fourth-highest heart to a minute if the club suit proves TAURUS Don’t allow disagreements to ing. Spend some quiet time with (April 20-May 20) fester. You are best off letting dummy’s bare ace? unhelpful. First, declarer should loved ones, and recharge your Financial gains are looking your true feelings be known when batteries. In the given auction, North’s try to collect four club tricks. At good. You should put any emo- settling troublesome matters. AQUARIUS tional issues on the back burner two-club rebid was New Minor trick two, he should cash dum- Acknowledge that you may be (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) while you focus on getting ahead partially to blame for any dis- Forcing, promising at least my’s club ace. When East drops With patience and determina- and securing your position. cord. game-invitational values and the jack, South continues with GEMINI LIBRA tion, you will be able to make asking opener for more informa- the club eight (or nine) from the (May 21-June 20) (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) things go your way. Don’t be Things may appear to be run- A pleasant surprise lies ahead. deterred by someone who doesn’t Lawrence Durrell, an author tion. Two diamonds denied both dummy. If the suit splits 3-2, he ning smoothly, but you should Take a few hours to enjoy good know you well and who fails to born in India who lived in sev- three-card spade support and four has the desired four club tricks. take a closer look. Personal mat- times with friends or loved ones. understand your motives. hearts. Three clubs was natural Here, though, West wins with ters are heading in a negative All work and no play leads to PISCES eral countries and died in France, direction due to a lack of nur- stress and unhappiness. (Feb. 20-March 20) and game-forcing. (If you do not his ten. Then, when declarer gets said, “I’m trying to die correctly, turing and attentiveness on your SCORPIO You will need to think on your use New Minor Forcing, North into your hand, he can finesse part. (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) feet. Your day isn’t likely to go but it’s very difficult, you know.” should rebid three clubs, and dummy’s club nine (or eight) and CANCER Things are looking up. Now according to plan. Use your wit (June 21-July 22) is the time to try something that and gumption to overcome any That is both depressing and South would continue with three run for home with two hearts, Confrontations are best avoid- you have always wanted to do. obstacle in your path. humorous. At the bridge table, no-trump.) three diamonds and four clubs. COMICS HAGAR THE HORRIBLE Chris Browne HI AND LOIS Chance Browne

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for the www.palatkadailynews.com SPORTSWEDNESDAY, APRIL 2, 2015 PAGE 6A families Bottom of order helps PHS come out on top etting to the Final Four won’t be as costly for the parents of many players this week, Three-run seventh ends Tipton doubled to dead center to PHS coach Alan Rick, whose team solid innings before Dunnellon scored Gthanks to an NCAA pilot pro- score the winning run in the bottom improved to 13-6 with the nondistrict three runs with two out in the sixth gram that is helping pay for families of three-game slide of the seventh as the Panthers edged victory while dropping the Tigers to for a 4-3 lead. The Tigers got a run in athletes to travel and see their sons Dunnellon 6-5 on a sunny Wednesday 7-12. “If we get production like that the seventh from a leadoff single and and daughters play in the biggest col- afternoon at the Azalea Bowl. Five of from the bottom of the order, we’ll be an RBI fielder’s choice off Tanner lege basketball games of the season. By Andy Hall Palatka’s nine hits and four of its five tough to beat.” Tilton (1-0), but Tilton got their No. 3 The family travel program was Palatka Daily News RBI came from the 6-9 spots in the Besides the seventh-inning hero- batter to ground out and keep approved in January. It allowed the batting order, complementing the ics, the bottom of the order produced Palatka in striking range. College Football Playoff to pay for the Bottom’s up, Palatka. work of an infielder making his first a third-inning home run by Austin “We know (Crouse) can come in parents or guardians of Ohio State and Just when the season’s first losing pitching start of the season for a Langston, his first of the year. here and just throw strikes,” Rick Oregon players to travel to Arlington, streak was on the verge of reaching team playing its sixth game in nine With pitching reserves all but said. “That’s what we tell all our Texas for the national championship four, it ended at three – thanks to the days. exhausted in the recent stretch and pitchers – throw strikes and our game and for the NCAA to pay for fam- bottom of the order. “The same thing happened (March ace Jacob Tincher unavailable dur- defense will make plays. And that’s ily members of the players participat- No. 8 batter Rhett Lamoreaux 25) against Ponte Vedra. We had six ing spring break because of a family what he did.” ing in the men’s Final Four in delivered a two-run single that tied hits from the bottom of the order (in a commitment, the Panthers turned to Indianapolis and women’s in Tampa, the game, then pinch-hitter Teyler 4-1 win) against Ponte Vedra,” said Justin Crouse, who gave them five See PANTHERS, Page 7A Florida this weekend. The next step is for the NCAA to decide whether to make it permanent — and some, such as Ohio State athlet- SJRAC Track and Field ic director Gene Smith, want to expand Coach K it to the championships for all sports. Under the program, the College Football Playoff and NCAA were adapts to allowed to provide schools $3,000 per player per team to cover travel, food and hotel costs for two parents or guardians. the era of Smith said 87 of 110 Ohio State foot- ball players took advantage of the ben- efit that was implemented through an ‘1-and-done’ NCAA waiver just days before the national title game. NCAA rules prohibit schools from By Aaron Beard directly paying for travel expenses of Associated Press players’ family members — though it is allowable in some instances for schools DURHAM, N.C. — There was a to use the student assistance fund — time when Duke’s Mike Krzyzewski but officials determined it could be led Final Four teams built around done if event organizers paid. players who stayed for years to grow Smith and Oregon athletic director into tournament-tested veterans. Rob Mullens were instrumental, along No longer, not in today’s one-and- with NCAA executive vice president for done world in which top players rare- championships Mark Lewis, in making ly stick around long. the pilot program happen on short The Blue Devils enter this week’s notice. Now the ADs are endorsing Final Four relying on more freshman making it permanent, which would starters than John Calipari at take legislation passed by the full Kentucky’s NBA factory. They have Division I membership. three freshmen players facing stay- “The finances are there,” Smith said. or-go NBA decisions after the season. Television and media contracts for “What Coach K has done in my the College Football Playoff make hun- judgment, and I think Calipari has dreds of millions of dollars annually for done the same thing, they’ve adapted FBS conferences and the NCAA tour- to the landscape, and they are deal- nament’s TV deal pays the association ing with it in a positive way,” said more than $700 million per year. Jay Bilas, an ESPN analyst who Expanding the program to other played on Krzyzewski’s first Final sports is not so easy. No other champi- Four team in 1986. onship brings in that kind of revenue. “Now people want to use value “The challenge with the expansion of Photos by CHRIS DEVITTO / Palatka Daily News judgments to it and say, ‘This is not this in going to all sports is that it Above, Palatka’s Ka’ven Berry wins his heat in the 200 meters. Below, Palatka’s Genisha Wilson placed the way it’s supposed to be’ and ‘This reduces the pile of money that can be fifth in the long jump. is antithetical to college.’ Well, says distributed back to the schools for them who?” to use as they see fit,” Smith said. Krzyzewski, the Hall of Famer in “That will be one of the challenges get- his 35th season at Duke and the win- ting it past 351 (Division I schools) and ningest coach in men’s Division I his- for all sports. I think football, men’s tory with 1,016 wins, didn’t have a and women’s basketball will be pretty player go pro early for nearly two easy.” decades until three left in 1999. Smith said expanding the program Elton Brand was the first that year by allowing individual schools to make Back in a Hurry after his sophomore season, followed the payments could be a matter for the by fellow sophomore William Avery five most powerful conferences to take and then freshman Corey Maggette a up now that they can make some of Berry wins three races as Panther boys claim second few weeks later as Krzyzewski’s first their own rules under autonomy. But of five one-and-done players. even Mullens was more cautious when By Mark Blumenthal decade ago. It took five years for Luol Deng to it came to the idea of schools paying Palatka Daily News “We made history as a runners- become the next freshman to leave, the for parents travel beyond football up,” said Panthers coach Steven but Duke has now had three in four and basketball. a’ven Berry is now mak- Gonzalez, in his fifth season in seasons: No. 1 overall pick Kyrie “I think that’s a great goal,” he said. ing up for lost time. charge. “The last two years we fin- Irving in 2011, Austin Rivers in 2012 “I think we’d have to learn more. We’d The two-time Daily ished in fourth place and the year and Jabari Parker last year. want to understand more about the News Prep Male Track before that, we were sixth. It’s forced the 68-year-old impact of that.” Athlete of the Year has “We were tied with Bartram Krzyzewski to adjust his approach Because the pilot was launched so Kbeen a frustrated bystander Trail going into the 3,200 (the compared to the days when Christian close to the College Football Playoff throughout this season. next-to-last event) and they took Laettner, Bobby Hurley and Grant championship game, Oregon and Ohio Wearing distinctive running second, third, fourth and fifth Hill were four-year guys or even State were forced to play catch-up on shoes – one orange, one blue – places and we didn’t score. That when Jay Williams, Carlos Boozer how best to distribute the money. Berry, who has missed most of the was it right there. Still, I’m very and Mike Dunleavy stayed for three. Mullens said Oregon is still trying to season due to a muscle fiber tear proud of these boys. We’re one of “It actually starts before they get work through a few issues. in his thigh, came back with a only two (class) 2A schools in this here,” Krzyzewski said. “We try with “Some parents had already booked vengeance on Wednesday in the meet with Menendez. We didn’t the kids, especially if they commit their airline tickets using frequent St. Johns River Athletic have any hurdlers. They didn’t early, to develop even a deeper rela- flyer miles. So how do you handle that Conference meet at Palatka High show up and then our 4x100 relay tionship with them than we did 10 situation? We’re still trying to figure School. team DQ’d (disqualified), taking years ago. You had time (then). You that out but I think there will be a And the Palatka senior picked off to early on the relay. And we want to know them even better solution, yes,” he said. up like he didn’t miss any time, came in already down 25 points to because you’re only going to have With plenty of time to prepare, the winning the 100-meter dash, 200, (Palm Coast) Matanzas after them for a shorter period of time.” Final Four teams are in better shape. 400 and running the third leg of (Tuesday’s) pole vault.” Duke (33-4) is built around star Wisconsin associate athletic director the 4x400 relay team. Berry, though, gave the freshman big man Jahlil Okafor, a Justin Doherty said each player had to For all his prowess – as well as Panthers coach something to possible No. 1 overall pick who chose designate a family member who will be a strong performance from junior points, 21 points behind winner smile about. Admitting he’s finally Duke jointly with point guard Tyus authorized to pick up the money when weights man Eron Carter – the Bartram Trail and in second 100 percent after his injury, Berry Jones. Forward Justise Winslow is they get Indianapolis. Panthers still came up short in place, the best finish for the pro- the other every-game freshman “We’re going to have that person the the final standings with 133 gram since the meet was created a See TRACK, Page 7A starter. student-athlete designated show up with an ID. We’ll distribute the money, See DUKE, Page 7A re-emphasize what it’s for and kind of go from there,” Doherty said. Doherty said the family is not required to provide proof the money is going to cover travel-related expenses. Each family will get the maximum SJR State baseball passes Pasco test, 4-0 $3,000, he said, and Wisconsin dipped into its own coffers to make sure every Palatka Daily News season and made SJR State – No. 1 with ace Danny Rodriguez (8-1. “We really pitched well and player was covered. The rule allows for The sight of NJCAA Division II in the state and No. 2 in the nation 0.74 ERA), who leads the country in defended the field,” Jones said. Pasco-Hernando State College on a – work for a 4-0 victory Wednesday innings pitched. “We had good at-bats, especially See RUSSO, Page 7A baseball schedule is no cause for afternoon at Pasco. St. Johns coach Ross Jones was early in the game. We got a lot of Division I clubs like St. Johns River It was scoreless until the sev- pleased with the performance, the guys on. The McCormick kid State College to drop their guard. enth, when the Vikings got three Vikings having avoided a letdown (Chris, Pasco’s starter) was really, ANDY HALL Ranked fifth nationally in D-II, runs. They added one in the ninth after Monday’s wild 6-5 win to take really good.” Sports Editor 312-5239 the Conquistadors have knocked off and improved to 34-6. Pasco (24-7) a key Mid-Florida Conference [email protected] their share of Division I clubs this comes to Tindall Field on Saturday series from Santa Fe. See VIKINGS, Page 7A

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NCAA WOMEN SCOREBOARD UConn not looking CALENDAR Indiana 32 43 .427 16 Harkless 0-1, Nicholson 0-3). Fouled TODAY ON TELEVISION Detroit 29 46 .387 19 Out—Dedmon. Rebounds—San NOTE: Schedules are submitted by WESTERN CONFERENCE Antonio 55 (Splitter, Leonard, Joseph past Final Four foes schools, leagues and recreation Southwest Division 7), Orlando 54 (Vucevic 11). departments and are subject to W L Pct GB Assists—San Antonio 20 (Diaw, change without notice. BOXING 10 p.m. Fox Sports 1 Featherweight bout be- x-Memphis 51 24 .680 — Parker 4), Orlando 24 (Payton, By Fred Goodall x-Houston 51 24 .680 — Oladipo 7). Total Fouls—San Associated Press THURSDAY, April 2 tween Raul Hidalgo and x-San Antonio 49 26 .653 2 Antonio 9, Orlando 15. A—17,229 No events scheduled. Julian Ramirez, at Los Dallas 46 29 .613 5 (18,500). Angeles New Orleans 39 34 .534 11 TAMPA — Four No. 1 seeds are in the Final Four FRIDAY, April 3 Northwest Division HIGH SCHOOL COLLEGE BASEBALL W L Pct GB NHL of the women’s NCAA Tournament for only the third COLLEGE 7 p.m. SEC Network Texas A&M at Kentucky x-Portland 48 25 .658 — EASTERN CONFERENCE time, yet there’s still a distinctive feel it’s really two- Baseball Oklahoma City 42 33 .560 7 Atlantic Division SJRSC at Rollins JV, 3* p.m. Utah 34 41 .453 15 GP W L OT Pts GF GA time defending champion Connecticut’s title to lose. GOLF x-Montreal 77 47 22 8 102 203 174 Noon Golf Channel LPGA ANA Inspiration, Denver 28 47 .373 21 Notre Dame, South Carolina and Maryland merely Minnesota 16 59 .213 33 x-Tampa Bay 78 47 24 7 101 250 204 are a distant best of the rest. TIDES 6 p.m. Golf Channel first round, at Rancho Mir- Pacific Division Detroit 76 40 23 13 93 221 208 Palatka City Dock age, Calif. W L Pct GB Boston 77 39 25 13 91 204 198 The coaches of the teams, beginning with UConn’s High Low 3 p.m. Golf Channel PGA Houston Open, first z-Golden State 61 13 .824 — Ottawa 76 38 26 12 88 220 204 Geno Auriemma, say that’s simply not true. Today 3:09A,3:25P 10:30A,10:44P round, at Humble, Texas x-L.A. Clippers 49 26 .653 12½ Florida 77 35 27 15 85 192 210 April 3 3:47A,4:02P 11:09A,11:17P Phoenix 38 37 .507 23½ Toronto 78 29 43 6 64 204 249 The Huskies (36-1) may be playing on college bas- April 4 4:23A,4:38P 11:46A,11:47P EXHIBITION MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL Sacramento 26 48 .351 35 Buffalo 77 22 47 8 52 152 258 ketball’s biggest stage for the eighth straight year 1 p.m. ESPN Yankees vs. Tigers, at L.A. Lakers 20 53 .274 40½ Metropolitan Division and seeking a record 10th national title, but St. Augustine Beach Lakeland x-clinched playoff spot GP W L OT Pts GF GA High Low y-clinched division x-Rangers 76 48 21 7 103 231 179 Auriemma said the best teams in the country are Today 7:30A,7:53P 1:30A,1:45P z-clinched conference Islanders 77 45 27 5 95 235 215 April 3 8:10A,8:33P 2:12A,2:22P MEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Tuesday’s Games Pittsburgh 77 42 24 11 95 211 194 still standing, and all of them are capable of return- April 4 8:48A,9:10P 2:51A,2:58P 7 p.m. ESPN College Slam Dunk and Detroit 105, Atlanta 95 Washington 77 42 25 10 94 227 190 ing home with the championship trophy. 3-Point Championships, Brooklyn 111, Indiana 106 Philadelphia 77 31 29 17 79 202 220 “We’re not going down there thinking that we’re so at Indianapolis San Antonio 95, Miami 81 Columbus 76 37 35 4 78 210 234 LOCAL BOWLING 9 p.m. ESPN NIT championship, Miami Golden State 110, L.A. Clippers 106 New Jersey 77 31 33 13 75 170 197 good that it doesn’t matter. … We don’t buy into this TUESDAY NIGHT vs. Stanford, at New York Wednesday’s Games Carolina 76 28 37 11 67 176 208 nonsense that we’re the only team that can win this WESTERN CONFERENCE MADNESS LEAGUE Washington 106, Philadelphia 93 thing, any more than I’m sure the rest of the country At Putnam Lanes NBA San Antonio 103, Orlando 91 Central Division March 17 Charlotte 102, Detroit 78 GP W L OT Pts GF GA thinks Kentucky can’t lose in the men’s Final Four,” 8 p.m. TNT Heat at Cavaliers x-Nashville 78 47 22 9 103 224 193 Standings: Watermelon, 80.5-39.5; Up 10:30 p.m. TNT Suns at Warriors Boston 100, Indiana 87 Your Alley, 76-44; Sun Supply II, 72.5- Brooklyn 100, New York 98 St. Louis 76 46 23 7 99 229 190 Auriemma said Wednesday on a conference call. 47.5; S&N, 71.5-48.5; TV, 66.5-53.5; Dallas 135, Oklahoma City 131 Chicago 76 46 24 6 98 217 176 “That’s not the case at all. Things happen in the J&C, 63-57; Always Late, 60-60; Oops, NHL Houston 115, Sacramento 111 Minnesota 76 44 25 7 95 219 186 60-60; Honey Bunny, 56.5-63.5; 7:30 p.m. NBC Sports Bruins at Red Wings Milwaukee 95, Chicago 91 Winnipeg 77 39 26 12 90 217 204 Final Four that you just don’t expect.” Wipeout, 56-64; Double Impact, 52.5- 7:30 p.m. Sun Sports Lightning at Senators Toronto 113, Minnesota 99 Dallas 77 37 30 10 84 239 248 With All-American and two-time Final Four most 67.5; Taz, 48.5-71.5; The Incredibowls, Utah 98, Denver 84 Colorado 76 35 29 12 82 206 213 outstanding player Brenna Stewart leading a talent- 46.5-73.5; Double Trouble, 42-78; Over TENNIS L.A. Clippers at Portland, 10 p.m. Pacific Division The Line, 29-19. 1 p.m. ESPN2 ATP/WTA Miami Open, New Orleans at L.A. Lakers, 10:30 GP W L OT Pts GF GA laden roster, UConn has won consecutive titles three High scratch game, team: Double 7 p.m. ESPN2 women’s semifinal and p.m. x-Anaheim 78 49 22 7 105 227 216 times in program history. A 10th national crown Impact, 404; S&N, 377; Up Your Alley, Thursday’s Games Vancouver 77 45 27 5 95 224 208 men’s quarterfinal, at Key Calgary 77 42 28 7 91 229 204 would lift Auriemma into a tie with UCLA’s John 344. Biscayne Miami at Cleveland, 8 p.m. High handicap game, team: Double Houston at Dallas, 8:30 p.m. Los Angeles 76 37 25 14 88 201 192 Wooden for the most NCAA basketball champion- Impact, 460; Over The Line, 452; S&N, Phoenix at Golden State, 10:30 p.m. San Jose 76 37 30 9 83 212 215 435. Edmonton 76 23 40 13 59 185 255 ships. Michele Fudo, 625; Candy Stallings, 621; Williams, Carr (8) and Harris. High scratch series, team: Arizona 77 23 46 8 54 161 256 Lee DePriest, 612. McCormick, Choate (7), Whinnen (9), But before the Huskies’ coronation, there’s a mat- Watermelon, 1,026; S&N, 1,004; Double Spurs 103, Magic 91 NOTE: Two points for a win, one Splits converted: Robert Fudo, 3-6-7; Donnell (9) and Alicea. W–Williams, ter of beating Maryland (34-2) in Sunday’s semifi- Impact, 996. SAN ANTONIO point for overtime loss. Nick Straniero (clean game); Curt Banks, 3-0. L–McCormick, 5-2. High handicap series, team: Leonard 3-7 2-2 10, Duncan 2-5 2-4 x-clinched playoff spot nals and facing either Notre Dame (35-2) or South 2-7-8 (clean game); Joyce Cowan, 3-10; Records: SJR State 34-6, Pasco- Watermelon, 1,290; Sun Supply II, 1,221; 6, Splitter 3-8 2-2 8, Parker 2-7 2-2 Tuesday’s Games J.D. Pulley, 3-10; Sybeth Custer (clean Hernando 24-7. Carolina (34-2) on Tuesday night. Oops, 1,217. 7, D.Green 1-3 0-0 3, Belinelli 4-12 Ottawa 2, Detroit 1, SO game); Jay Crowe, 3-10; Ashley Banks, High scratch game, men: Curt Banks, 1-2 12, Baynes 5-10 8-8 18, Diaw Vancouver 5, Nashville 4, SO The Huskies beat Notre Dame by 18 in early 5-7. 222; Jay Crowe, 207; Nick Straniero, NBA 4-9 1-1 11, Ginobili 4-7 2-2 13, Boston 3, Florida 2 December, trounced South Carolina 25 when the 198. Joseph 4-8 0-0 8, Mills 1-4 0-0 3, Washington 4, Carolina 2 EASTERN CONFERENCE High handicap game, men: Daniel Bonner 1-2 0-0 2, Ayres 1-4 0-0 2. Columbus 3, New Jersey 2, OT Gamecocks were unbeaten and ranked No. 1 in PREP BASEBALL Atlantic Division Fontanez, 266; Curt Banks, 258; Jay Totals 35-86 20-23 103. Toronto 3, Tampa Bay 1 Palatka 6, Dunnellon 5 W L Pct GB February, and have won 35 straight since suffering a Crowe, 235. ORLANDO N.Y. Rangers 3, Winnipeg 2 Dunnellon 010 003 1–5 7 1 y-Toronto 45 30 .600 — High scratch series, men: Nick Harris 7-14 3-4 18, Dedmon 3-3 1-1 Wednesday’s Games two-point overtime loss at Stanford in November. Palatka 002 100 3–6 9 1 Brooklyn 34 40 .459 10½ Straniero, 540; J.D. Pulley, 528; Nate 7, Vucevic 8-21 0-0 16, Payton 7-15 Buffalo 4, Toronto 3 Maryland hasn’t faced UConn this season. One out when winning run scored. Boston 34 41 .453 11 French, 521. 0-0 14, Oladipo 9-19 4-4 24, O’Quinn Philadelphia 4, Pittsburgh 1 Wheeler, Lee (4), Livermore (7) and Philadelphia 18 58 .237 27½ If Terrapins coach Brenda Frese has the formula High handicap series, men: Daniel 0-1 0-0 0, Harkless 0-3 0-0 0, Edmonton at Anaheim, 10 p.m. Dewitz. Crouse, Tilton (7) and New York 14 61 .187 31 Fontanez, 695; Anthony Mischitelli, 649; Ridnour 2-6 0-0 6, Nicholson 1-7 0-0 Colorado at San Jose, 10:30 p.m. to end the Huskies’ reign, she’s not revealing it. Lamoreaux. W–Tilton, 1-0. L–Livermore, Southeast Division Nick Straniero, 643. 2, W.Green 2-3 0-0 4, A.Gordon 0-1 Thursday’s Games 0-1. HR–Dunnellon: Livermore; Palatka: W L Pct GB “It’s going to take a collective team effort. High scratch game, women: Cindy 0-0 0. Totals 39-93 8-9 91. N.Y. Islanders at Columbus, 7 p.m. Langston. 2B–Dunnellon: Polizzi, z-Atlanta 56 19 .747 — Smith, 197; Sybeth Custer, 189; Candy San Antonio 23 29 30 21—103 Washington at Montreal, 7:30 p.m. Obviously in that Stanford game, they did a tremen- Dewitz; Palatka: Deloach, Tipton. x-Washington 42 33 .560 14 Stallings, 185. Orlando 19 21 20 31— 91 Tampa Bay at Ottawa, 7:30 p.m. Records: Palatka 13-6, Dunnellon 7-12. Miami 34 40 .459 21½ dous job collectively as a team,” Frese said. High handicap game, women: Sybeth 3-Point Goals—San Antonio 13-29 Boston at Detroit, 7:30 p.m. Charlotte 32 42 .432 23½ Custer, 226; Cindy Smith, 225; Michele (Ginobili 3-5, Belinelli 3-7, Leonard Carolina at Florida, 7:30 p.m. “Defensively, they’re a great scoring team and you’ve Orlando 22 53 .293 34 Fudo, 223. 2-2, Diaw 2-5, Parker 1-1, D.Green N.Y. Rangers at Minnesota, 8 p.m. LOCAL COLLEGE Central Division got to be able to take some things away. And then High scratch series, women: Candy 1-3, Mills 1-4, Bonner 0-1, Joseph Calgary at St. Louis, 8 p.m. BASEBALL W L Pct GB Stallings, 525; Cindy Smith, 522; Michele 0-1), Orlando 5-17 (Oladipo 2-3, Vancouver at Chicago, 8:30 p.m. you have to have your own team that’s gotta be able SJR State 4, Pasco-Hernando 0 x-Cleveland 48 27 .640 — Fudo, 490. Ridnour 2-4, Harris 1-3, W.Green Edmonton at Los Angeles, 10:30 to keep pace in terms of being able to score.” SJR State 000 000 301–4 6 1 x-Chicago 45 30 .600 3 High handicap series, women: 0-1, Vucevic 0-1, A.Gordon 0-1, p.m. P-H 000 000 000–0 5 1 Milwaukee 37 38 .493 11 SPORTS BRIEFS Jacksonville) and I wasn’t 100 per- foot-4 and won the shot with a Bartram Trail won with 151 cent. (Wednesday), I felt like I was throw of 48-0. Teammate Brian points. The best finishes for COLLEGE ATHLETICS Track back to being my old self.” Williams was fourth in both Palatka came from Genisha CONTINUED FROM PAGE 6A As for his win in the 400, Berry events. Wilson, who was fifth in the long NCAA may move Indy events said, “I did have a little bit of a “My throw in shot was a PR jump (14-10 1/2) and sixth in the came from behind to beat Fleming challenge, but I hate to losing. I (personal record),” Carter said. “I 100 (12.97) and Abrielle INDIANAPOLIS — As pressure builds for the Island’s Haden Spear in his spe- tried to dig deeper and remember concentrated as well on not step- Robertson, who was sixth in the repeal or revision of Indiana’s new religious objec- cialty, the 400-meter dash, finish- all the times before when I had to ping out while throwing the dis- shot put (30-8) and discus (94-6). tion law, the NCAA faces a decision about whether ing in 49.99 seconds. Berry also come back.” cus. I was worried about it.” The Panthers jump into the to look for a new venue for next year’s women’s won the 200 in a 1-2-3 sweep along The 4x400 relay team of So did he stay away from postseason starting next Thursday Final Four. with Demareyae Givens and Kendrick Aaron, Givens, Berry scratching in the discus? at Fred Cone Park in Alachua, the NCAA President Mark Emmert has indicated Dontaevone Evans and captured and Lutrell Smith chugged ahead “No,” Carter said smiling. “I still site of the District 5-2A meet. the Indianapolis-headquartered organization top honors in the 100 in 11.36 sec- to the finish line after battling stepped out on one of my throws.” “We can compete with any- would consider relocating all types of college sports onds, beating Evans by .06 sec- back and forth with Bartram Givens was first in the long body,” Gonzalez said. “No matter events out of state if the law doesn’t change. But onds. Trail, crossing in 3:26.49. jump with a leap of 21-8 for the what size the other schools are, we none on the calendar is quite as urgent as next “It’s been hard to watch,” Berry Carter, a junior, continued to only other PHS win of the day. can compete with them.” year’s women’s championship. said. “I ran at the Bob Hayes have a stellar season. He captured Palatka’s girls were eighth out Indiana’s capital city, which has built an econo- Invitational (two weeks ago in the discus with a throw of 147- of nine teams with 13 points. [email protected] my and reputation as an attractive base for major sports events, is being watched carefully as fallout swells about the law, which opponents say Barnes made it 3-1 with his and the only Palatka error. siasm we’ve had since we beat amounts to legalized discrimination. The NCAA sacrifice fly in the fourth, scor- Lee began the Palatka sev- Ponte Vedra. (Assistant coaches was among the first sports organizations to Panthers ing Dalton Deloach, who hit a enth with his fifth strikeout, but Holden) Crews and Cody Sapp express concern with the law when it was signed CONTINUED FROM PAGE 6A one-out double and moved to then walked Langston and came up with the idea to go old by Gov. Mike Pence last week, and many others third on a single by Crouse. But Clayton Faircloth. On came school – wear the old uniforms, have followed, including the NFL, the NBA and Dunnellon broke on top with a after Dunnellon reliever Quinton Livermore (0-1), who had noth- take infield-outfield. NASCAR. second-inning home run by Lee allowed Barnes’ sacrifice fly ing but trouble. “I wish we could play tomor- The men’s Final Four is in Indianapolis this Tootie Livermore. The Panthers upon taking over from Chase A wild pitch advanced row. I hope we can take (the weekend and could not have been moved on short came back with two in the third. Wheeler, the Panthers were hit- Langston and Faircloth 90 feet, enthusiasm) to Nease next notice. But officials have made it clear there is Clellan Barnes singled Jacob less and scoreless until the sev- then Lamoreaux punched a 2-0 Tuesday.” enough time to consider relocating future events, Arnold bunted him to second, a enth. delivery into right center, scor- Faircloth was 2-for-3, Deloach and that they want an environment welcoming to wild pitch got him to third and The Tigers reclaimed the lead ing Faircloth and Langston to 2-4 in Palatka’s nine-hit offense. all athletes and fans. Brent Summers’ groundout got with a three-run sixth that make it 5-5. Tipton followed The other hits were Langston’s him home. Then Langston drove included Bo Dewtiz’ two-run with the decisive double. homer, the double by Tipton and NFL a 3-2 pitch over the fence in left double, a double by Joey Polizzi, “I think it’s huge,” said Rick of singles by Crouse, Barnes and center to make it 2-1. an infield hit by Chandler Neal the win. “This is the most enthu- Lamoreaux. Fourth guilty in Taylor slaying

MIAMI — A fourth man has been convicted in Kyle Hann singled with one down the line in left. ing him within one of the school the 2007 shooting death of Washington Redskins out in the seventh and Nathaniel That was enough offense for record set in 2011 by Chris Fern. star safety Sean Taylor during a botched burglary. Vikings Lowe drew a base on balls. SJR State’s Daniel Williams Lowe was 2-for-3, Hann 2-5 in A judge immediately sentenced 25-year-old CONTINUED FROM PAGE 6A Hunter Alexander followed with (3-0), making a rare start. He a six-hit offense. Rhodes and Charles Wardlow to 30 years in prison after he a drag bunt down the third-base got through seven scoreless Wes Weeks were both 1-2. pleaded guilty Wednesday. Wardlow was among a McCormick (5-2) pitched six line and McCormick threw it innings on 63 pitches, scattering The Vikings play the Rollins group from the Fort Myers area accused of travel- scoreless innings before the away for an error that scored five singles, striking out three junior varsity Saturday in ing to Miami to steal money from Taylor’s home, Vikings got on the board with Hann and left runners on second and walking none. Tyler Carr Winter Park before returning believing he was out of town. the help of the Conquistadors’ and third. Matthew Rhodes fol- struck out two in two hitless home for Saturday’s rematch Taylor was home nursing an injury and was only error – his own. lowed with a two-run single innings for his 10th save, bring- with Pasco. fatally shot after confronting the group with a machete. Eric Rivera Jr., identified as the trigger- man, was convicted of second-degree murder and high school before entering the draft. that had a wonderful opportunity he couldn’t sentenced to 60 years in prison. As Bilas sums it up, Krzyzewski “has been turn down, and your one-and-done is a threat The organizer, Jason Mitchell, is serving a life Duke playing against these players, and if some of to the integrity of this enterprise,’” Bilas sentence for first-degree felony murder. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 6A them want to come to Duke, why not take said. One defendant awaits trial. them?” “You can’t moralize about that. You take Taylor was a Pro Bowl safety who starred at the Their arrival comes a year after Parker And considering college should help pre- one, you’re in the same boat. There’s not one University of Miami. arrived as an all-but-certain one-year player. pare someone for a job, there’s nothing wrong negative thing about a young person going to The reality is it isn’t all that different — with a player leaving school to start a lucra- college for any amount of time. Not one nega- TENNIS except maybe for the smaller numbers — tive career. tive thing.” than what Kentucky’s Calipari often is criti- “I really get tired of this discussion of basi- To that point, Krzyzewski said the pro- Serena notches 700th career win cized for doing with his “succeed and proceed” cally people — and they’re not just fans, gram’s ability to develop players is “obvious” approach, a response to the NBA’s require- they’re NCAA member administrators — but his pitch includes that the university KEY BISCAYNE — Serena Williams abused her ment for players to be at least one year out of their view is ‘Our one-and-done is a great kid itself “has a chance to develop you, too.” racket, scolded herself and even made angry faces at the sun. In the end, as usual, she took out her frustration Smith would like to see the ed to determine whether the one is supportive of the fact we’re on the ball. process streamlined so less cash travel payments for families will trying to do more for families who The seven-time Key Biscayne champion over- Russo has to change hands. become permanent if it can’t be want to watch their kids play and came her annoyance and shaky play Wednesday for CONTINUED FROM PAGE 6A “I think in the future what we expanded. there are questions about why her 700th career victory, beating Sabine Lisicki 7-6 ought to do is set up a way, when “Being quite honest there was don’t you do that for more sports (4), 1-6, 6-3 to reach the semifinals of the Miami up to 15 players to split up to the teams are selected, the fami- some reaction from the member- and all divisions.” Open. $45,000 equally. The Badgers lies can use the same travel agen- ship that it kind of came out of Williams won despite an unreliable serve, a poor have 16, so Wisconsin covered cy that the schools use for their the blue and there wasn’t as Ralph D. Russo writes for the second set and 51 unforced errors. She looked flat- the extra $3,000 with money team,” Smith said. much debate as some members Associated Press. AP Sports footed and listless at times, and seemed especially from its student-assistance fund, Lewis said discussion among wanted. That’s the nature of Writer Mike Marot in vexed when playing on the side looking into the sun. Doherty said. NCAA membership is still need- waivers,” he said. “I think every- Indianapolis contributed. –Associated Press

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040215a7.indd 1 4/2/15 12:24 AM IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR PUT- NAM COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION C A S E N O : 13000562CAAXMX NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC, Plaintiff vs. ROBERT VAN VALKEN- BURG; MARIETTE VAN VALKENBURG; BRIAN C. PARRISH; CHRISTINE E. PARRISH; UNKNOWN TEN- ANT #1 N/K/A MICHAEL KREBS Defendant(s) NOTICE OF FORECLOS- URE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judg- ment of Foreclosure dated March 16, 2015, and e n t e r e d i n 13000562CAAXMX of the Circuit Court of the SEV- ENTH Judicial Circuit in and for PUTNAM County, Florida, wherein NATION- STAR MORTGAGE LLC, is the Plaintiff and ROBERT VAN VALKENBURG; MARI- ETTE VAN VALKENBURG; BRIAN C. PARRISH; CHRISTINE E. PARRISH; UNKNOWN TENANT #1 N/K/A MICHAEL KREBS are the Defendant(s). Tim Smith as the Clerk of the Circuit Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the South Front Door, 410 St. Johns Ave., Palatka, FL 32177, at 11:00 AM on April 21, 2015, the following described prop- erty as set forth in said Fi- nal Judgment, to wit: THE WEST 1/2 OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE SOUTH- EAST 1/4 OF THE SOUTH- EAST 1/4 OF THE SOUTH- WEST 1/4 AND THE WEST 1/2 OF THE SOUTH 45 FEET OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4, BOTH BEING IN SECTION 27, TOWNSHIP 10 SOUTH, RANGE 24 EAST, AND LY- ING WEST OF STATE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF ROAD 315; SAID PROP- THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL ERTY SITUATE, LYING CIRCUIT IN AND FOR PUT- AND BEING IN PUTNAM NAM COUNTY, FLORIDA COUNTY, FLORIDA; TO- CIVIL DIVISION GETHER WITH A 1998 OAKK DOUBLE WIDE MO- C A S E N O . BILE HOME VIN 542014CA000403CAAXMX GAFLV34A712420K21 AND VIN GAFLV34B712420K21, ROSE ACCEPTANCE, INC. TITLE NUMBERS: Plaintiff, 73762298 AND 73762299.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF vs. Any person claiming an in- THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIR- terest in the surplus from CUIT, IN AND FOR PUT- MARY JUDD, et al, the sale, if any, other than NAM COUNTY, FLORIDA Defendants. the property owner as of GENERAL JURISDICTION the date of the lis pendens DIVISION NOTICE OF SALE PURSU- must file a claim within 60 ANT TO CHAPTER 45 days after the sale. C A S E N O . : 15000002CAAXMX NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN Dated this 19th day of pursuant to an Order or Fi- March, 2015. CARRINGTON MORT- nal Judgment of Foreclos- GAGE SERVICES, LLC, ure dated March 11, 2015, Tim Smith PLAINTIFF, and entered in Case No. As Clerk of the Court 542014CA000403CAAXMX VS. of the Circuit Court of the By: /s/ Kelly Purcell SEVENTH Judicial Circuit As Deputy Clerk UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF in and for Putnam County, ELIZABETH E. MYERS, DE- Florida, where ROSE AC- If you are a person with a CEASED, ET AL., CEPTANCE, INC. is the disability who needs an ac- 8A CLASSIFIEDS • DEFENDANT(S). plaintiff and UNKNOWN commodation in order to PALATKA DAILY NEWS • THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2015 SPOUSE OF MARY JANE access court facilities or NOTICE OF ACTION JUDD, MARY JANE JUDD, participate in a court pro- MERCHANDISE PETS & SUPPLIES FOR SALE RECREATIONAL TRANSPORTATION ANNOUNCEMENTS (Constructive Service – UNKNOWN TENANT #1 ceeding, you are entitled, REAL ESTATE Property) NKA MARGARET CRESS, at no cost to you, to the 900 700 400 550 800 and UNKNOWN TENANT #2 provision of certain assist- 100 TO: UNKNOWN HEIRS, DE- NKA CHRYSTAL SPINELLI ance. To request such an VISEES, GRANTEES, AS- the Defendants. Tim Smith, accommodation, please S IGNEES, LIENORS , Clerk of the Circuit Court in contact Court Administra- CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, and for Putnam County, tion at least 7 days before P ARTIES OR OTHER Florida will sell to the your scheduled court ap- CLAIMANTS CLAIMING BY, highest and best bidder for pearance, or immediately THROUGH, UNDER OR cash at Putnam County upon receiving this notific- AGAINST ELIZABETH E. Courthouse, South En- ation, if the time before the MYERS trance, 410 St. Johns Ave., scheduled appearance is LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: Palatka, FL 32177 at 11:00 less than 7 days. Court Ad- 701 STATE ROAD 26, MEL- A.M. on 21st day of April, ministration, 125 E. Or- ROSE, FL 32666 2015, the following de- ange Ave., Ste. 300 , scribed property as set Daytona Beach, FL 32114; YOU ARE HEREBY NOTI- forth in said Order of Final (386) 257-6096. Hearing or Lost & Found FIED that an action to fore- Judgment, to wit: voice impaired, please call FOR SALE close a mortgage on the 1 (800) 955-8770. Articles following real property, ly- Lot 17, Block 4 of St. Johns ing and being and situated Riverside Estates, River 3/26/15, 4/2/15 in Putnam County, Florida, Ridge Section, according Legal No. 00032301 4 LINES FOR.... Found: Black wallet, m ore particularly de- to the plat thereof, as re- intersection of Reid St. s cribed as follows: corded in Map Book 4, & 3rd St. Palatka. Page 130, of the Public Re- A PARCEL OF LAND SITU- cords of Putnam County, $ 50 727-218-6458 A TED IN SECTION 9 , Florida. Together with a 1986 Guerdon Double Wide T OWNSHIP 9 SOUTH , In the Circuit Court of the RANGE 23 EAST, PUTNAM Mobile Home, I.D. Num- bers: GDWVGA358541914A Seventh Judicial Circuit in 3 DAYS COUNTY, FLORIDA; SAID and for Putnam County, ...... 7 Special Notices PARCEL BEING MORE and GDWVGA35841914B, Florida Civil Action P ARTICULARLY DE- T ITLE NUMBERS : 42558493 AND 42599761. SCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: Case No. 1997-CP-009379 Single cemetery plot Division 52 COMMENCE AT A CON- IF YOU ARE A PERSON $ 75 $1100 & 2 side-by-side CLAIMING A RIGHT TO CRETE MONUMENT AT In Re: The Estate of WILLI- plots $1200 each. All in THE SOUTHEAST CORNER FUNDS REMAINING AFTER Palatka Memorial THE SALE, YOU MUST AM WOODCOCK 5 DAYS OF SAID SECTION 9 AND Notice is hereby given pur- ...... 10 Gardens 386-336-0269 RUNS 89 DEG 57 MIN 14 FILE A CLAIM WITH THE CLERK OF COURT NO suant to Order Authorizing S EC W, ALONG THE Deposit to Court Registry SOUTH LINE OF SAID SEC- LATER THAN 60 DAYS AFTER THE SALE. IF YOU and Closing of Estate EMPLOYMENT TION 9 A DISTANCE OF dated November 12, 1998, $ 75 965.34 FEET; THENCE RUN FAIL TO FILE A CLAIM, YOU WILL NOT BE EN- and entered in Case No. N 01 DEG 07 MIN 48 SEC E. 1997-CP-009379 52 of the 200 1 82.52 FEET TO THE TITLED TO ANY REMAIN- ING FUNDS. AFTER 60 Seventh Judicial Circuit in 10 DAYS POINT OF BEGINNING, and for Putnam County, ...... 15 THENCE RUN S 89 DEG 57 DAYS, ONLY THE OWNER OF RECORD AS OF THE Florida wherein in regard MIN 14 SEC W, 175.88 to The Estate of William FEET; THENCE RUN N 01 DATE OF THE LIS PEN- DENS MAY CLAIM THE Woodcock, deceased, that DEG 07 MIN 48 SEC E, the Personal Representat- $ 50 2 06.73 FEET TO THE SURPLUS. ive Sandra Woodcock have SOUTHERLY RIGHT-OF- been unable to locate heir WAY LINE OF STATE DATED at Putnam County, Florida, this 13th day of Michelle Winn whose last 20 DAYS ROAD NO. 26; THENCE address is unknown as an ...... 31 RUN N 65 DEG 09 MIN 57 March, 2015. heir entitled to distribution S EC E, ALONG SAID of assets currently held in SOUTHERLY RIGHT-OF- Tim Smith, Clerk Putnam County, Florida the registry of the Circuit WAY LINE, 195.58 FEET; Court as ordered. $ 50 Driver THENCE RUN S 01 DEG 07 By: /s/ Ruth Milligan MIN 48 SEC W, 288.75 The rightful heir has 6 FEET TO THE POINT OF Deputy Clerk DRIVER TRAINEES! months from the date of 30 DAYS BEGINNING. the first posting of this no- ...... 41 GET PAID CDL “In accordance with the tice to make claim to said TOGETHER WITH THAT Americans With Disabilit- ONLY ONE ITEM PER AD OR LIKE ITEMS UNDER ONE CATEGORY. TRAINING NOW! Learn ies Act, persons in need of assets pursuant to Florida CERTAIN 1990 MERITT Statute 733.816. THIS IS A NONREFUNDABLE RATE. ADDITIONAL COST FOR EXTRA LINES. ALL ADS ARE PREPAID. to drive for Stevens DOUBLE WIDE MOBILE a special accommodation to participate in this pro- Transport. NO EXPERI- HOME BEARING IDENTI- Tim Smith ENCE NEEDED! FICATION NUMBERS HML- ceeding shall, within sev- en (7) days prior to any Clerk of the Circuit Court CP28151505420A AND HM- By: /s/ Diane M. Shuler New Drivers can earn LCP28151505420B WITH proceeding, contact the $900/wk + Benefits! Administrative Office of the Diane M. Shuler, Deputy FLORIDA TITLE NUMBERS Clerk GARAGE SALE Carrier covers cost! Be 48833882 AND 48842923 Court, Putnam County, 410 St. Johns Avenue, Palatka, trained & based locally! PERMANENTLY AFFIXED Dated: February 20, 2015 4 LINES - 1, 2 OR 3 DAYS THEREON. FL 32177, Telephone (386) Now Offering New 326-7600, via Florida Relay Regional Routes in FL! Service”. 3/3/15, 4/2/15 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: Legal No. 00031602 1-877-214-3624 701 State Road 26, Mel- rose, FL 32666 3/26/15, 4/2/15 Legal No. 00032285 YARD Attorney file number: 14- General 02926-1 $ 75 has been filed against you IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF and you are required to THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL AD MUST INCLUDE SALE Elevator mechanic help- serve a copy of your writ- CIRCUIT IN AND FOR PUT- ADDRESS OF er position available. ten defense, if any, to it on IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF NAM COUNTY, FLORIDA SALE AND MUST Overnight travel out of Pendergast & Associates, THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL town req'd. Will train. Call P.C., the Plaintiff's attor- CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR PUT- C A S E N O . BE PREPAID (800)441-4449 x138, ney, whose address is 6675 NAM COUNTY, FLORIDA 13000658CAAXMX Corporate Center Parkway, GENERAL JURISDICTION 10 leave your name & Suite 301, Jacksonville, FL DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. phone #. DFWP EOE 32216, within thirty (30) Plaintiff, days of the first publica- C A S E N O : ANNOUNCEMENTS EMPLOYMENT FINANCIAL FOR RENT tion. Please file the origin- 13000562CAAXMX v. REAL ESTATE al with the Clerk of this 600 100 200 300 Experience Required! Court either before service NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, CAD Programmers, CNC on the Plaintiff's attorney LLC, GRANTEES, DEVISEES, LI- or immediately thereafter; Plaintiff ENORS, TRUSTEES, AND Operators, Granite otherwise a default will be CREDITORS OF WILLIAM Counter Top Installers & entered against you for the vs. J. BRADLEY, DECEASED; Fabricators, CDL Cert. relief demanded in the SUSAN LEIGH BRADLEY Drivers, for Palatka Complaint. ROBERT VAN VALKEN- COLL; WILLIAM DAVID BURG; MARIETTE VAN BRADLEY; DANIEL C . office. 904-838-6030 This notice shall be pub- VALKENBURG; BRIAN C. BRADLEY; UNKNOWN lished once a week for two PARRISH; CHRISTINE E. TENANT 1; UNKNOWN consecutive weeks in the PARRISH; UNKNOWN TEN- TENANT 2; AND ALL UN- PALATKA DAILY NEWS. ANT #1 N/K/A MICHAEL KNOWN PARTIES CLAIM- Fl. Dept of Agriculture is KREBS ING BY, THROUGH, UN-

CLASSIFIEDS REGULAR CLASSIFIED now accepting applica- WITNESS my hand and Defendant(s) DER OR AGAINST THE tions for seasonal posi- seal of this Court at Pal- ABOVE NAMED DEFEND- atka, Florida, on the 17th NOTICE OF FORECLOS- ANT(S), WHO (IS/ARE) NOT ANNOUNCEMENTS 4 LINES - 5 DAYS tions as OPS Potato In- day of March, 2015. URE SALE KNOWN TO BE DEAD OR spectors in the Tri- ALIVE, WHETHER SAID County area. Please call Tim Smith NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN UNKNOWN PARTIES 100 904-692-1673. EEO em- As Clerk, Circuit Court pursuant to a Final Judg- CLAIM AS HEIRS, DE- Putnam County, Florida ment of Foreclosure dated VISEES, GRANTEES, AS- ployer & uses E-Verfiy. March 16, 2015, and SIGNEES, LIENORS , By: Ruth Milligan e n t e r e d i n CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, As Deputy Clerk 13000562CAAXMX of the SPOUSES, OR OTHER Circuit Court of the SEV- CLAIMANTS; UNITED Full time entry level If you are a person with a ENTH Judicial Circuit in STATES OF AMERICA, DE- clerical position w/ large disability who needs an ac- and for PUTNAM County, PARTMENT OF HOUSING commodation in order to Florida, wherein NATION- AND URBAN DEVELOP- volume company avail- access court facilities or STAR MORTGAGE LLC, is MENT able immediately. Suc- participate in a court pro- the Plaintiff and ROBERT Defendants. 00 ceeding, you are entitled, $ cessful applicant must be VAN VALKENBURG; MARI- INCLUDES ALL organized, work well w/ at no cost to you, to the ETTE VAN VALKENBURG; NOTICE OF SALE provision of certain assist- BRIAN C. PARRISH ; CLASSIFICATIONS. customers & be a team ance. Please contact Court CHRISTINE E. PARRISH; Notice is hereby given that, EMPLOYMENT EXTRA LINES $2.99 player. Must have valid Administration in advance UNKNOWN TENANT #1 pursuant to the Summary DL, clean bkgd & drug of the date the service is N/K/A MICHAEL KREBS are Final Judgment of Fore- PER LINE, PER DAY. free. Preference will be needed: Court Administra- the Defendant(s). Tim closure entered on March 200 tion, 125 E. Orange Ave., Smith as the Clerk of the 16, 2015, in this cause, in given to those applicants Ste. 300, Daytona Beach, Circuit Court will sell to the the Circuit Court of Put- w/ cashiering & FL 32114; (386) 257-6096 at highest and best bidder for nam County, Florida, the 46 computer experience. least 7 days before your cash, the South Front office of Tim Smith, Clerk Send reply to Box 122 scheduled court appear- Door, 410 St. Johns Ave., of the Circuit Court, shall c/o Palatka Daily News, ance, or immediately upon Palatka, FL 32177, at 11:00 sell the property situated in CLASSIFIED LINE AD PRIVATE PARTY MERCHANDISE receiving this notification if AM on April 21, 2015, the Putnam County, Florida, P.O. Box 777, Palatka, the time before the appear- following described prop- described as: 1 ITEM $25 OR LESS • 1 ITEM PER COUPON • 2 ITEMS LIMIT PER WEEK, 4 LINES - 4 DAYS FL 32178 ance is less than 7 days; if erty as set forth in said Fi- you are hearing or voice nal Judgment, to wit: THE EAST 1/2 OF LOT 9, impaired, call 711. THESE EXCEPT THE SOUTH 35 ARE NOT COURT INFORM- THE WEST 1/2 OF THE FEET THEREOF, AND LOT LOOK FOR COUPON IN THE CLASSIFIED PAGES HOUSEPARENTS - ATION NUMBERS. EAST 1/2 OF THE SOUTH- 10, EXCEPT THE SOUTH 35 AD MUST INCLUDE PRICE. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. Singles and Couples - EAST 1/4 OF THE SOUTH- FEET THEREOF, IN BLOCK FINANCIAL 3/26/15, 4/2/15 EAST 1/4 OF THE SOUTH- B-5 OF BURT'S ADDITION needed to care for beha- Legal No. 00032300 WEST 1/4 AND THE WEST TO PALATKA HEIGHTS, A NEWSPAPER RESERVES RIGHT TO EDIT COPY. viorally challenged boys 1/2 OF THE SOUTH 45 SUBDIVISION OF THE FEET OF THE EAST 1/2 OF NORTHEAST 1/4 OF THE 300 FREE at St. Augustine Youth Services. Full time, live- THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SEC- THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF TION 12, TOWNSHIP 10 in position, 3 1/2 days THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 , SOUTH, RANGE 26 EAST, per week. Must stay on BOTH BEING IN SECTION ACCORDING TO THE PLAT campus day and night 27, TOWNSHIP 10 SOUTH, THEREOF AS RECORDED throughout entire shift. RANGE 24 EAST, AND LY- IN MAP BOOK 2, PAGE 22, ING WEST OF STATE OF THE PUBLIC RE- OFFICE MONDAY - FRIDAY HS diploma or GED, FL IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF ROAD 315; SAID PROP- CORDS OF PUTNAM driver's license with safe THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL ERTY SITUATE, LYING COUNTY, FLORIDA. record, background CIRCUIT IN AND FOR PUT- AND BEING IN PUTNAM screening and 2 years NAM COUNTY, FLORIDA COUNTY, FLORIDA; TO- a/k/a 902 S 15TH STREET, CIVIL DIVISION GETHER WITH A 1998 PALATKA, FL 32177-5604 experience working with OAKK DOUBLE WIDE MO- HOURS 8am - 4pm children required. Good C A S E N O . BILE HOME VI N at public sale, to the LEGALS pay and benefits. Must 542014CA000403CAAXMX GAFLV34A712420K21 AND highest and best bidder, be available for VIN GAFLV34B712420K21, for cash, at the South front ROSE ACCEPTANCE, INC. TITLE NUMBERS : door of the Putnam County in-person interview. Plaintiff, 73762298 AND 73762299. Courthouse, 410 St. Johns 350 Fax resume to Avenue, Palatka, FL 32177, 904-825-0604, email to vs. Any person claiming an in- on April 23, 2015 begin- [email protected], or terest in the surplus from ning at 11:00 AM. CLASSIFIED FAX MARY JUDD, et al, the sale, if any, other than visit www.sayskids.org Defendants. the property owner as of If you are a person claim- for online application. the date of the lis pendens ing a right to funds remain- EOE/DFWP. NOTICE OF SALE PURSU- must file a claim within 60 ing after the sale, you must ANT TO CHAPTER 45 days after the sale. file a claim with the clerk no later than 60 days after DEADLINE... DEADLINE... NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN Dated this 19th day of the sale. If you fail to file a Now hiring for restaurant pursuant to an Order or Fi- March, 2015. claim you will not be en- nal Judgment of Foreclos- titled to any remaining at Camp Blanding. Call ure dated March 11, 2015, Tim Smith funds. MERCHANDISE or text Teresa at and entered in Case No. As Clerk of the Court 2:00 P.M. 1:30 P.M. 904-545-0019. 542014CA000403CAAXMX Dated this 19th day of of the Circuit Court of the By: /s/ Kelly Purcell March, 2015. SEVENTH Judicial Circuit As Deputy Clerk

400 in and for Putnam County, Tim Smith (312-5200) (312-5209) Roofers Wanted: Florida, where ROSE AC- If you are a person with a Clerk of the Circuit Court CEPTANCE, INC. is the disability who needs an ac- Experience a must. plaintiff and UNKNOWN commodation in order to By: /s/ Kelly Purcell Call 386-325-2023. SPOUSE OF MARY JANE access court facilities or Deputy Clerk Visa, American Express or Discover) unless JUDD, MARY JANE JUDD, participate in a court pro- GENERAL INFORMATION UNKNOWN TENANT #1 ceeding, you are entitled, ANY PERSON WITH A DIS- a credit application is approved by the pub- FINANCIAL NKA MARGARET CRESS, at no cost to you, to the ABILITY REQUIRING All advertising is accepted, subject to the and UNKNOWN TENANT #2 provision of certain assist- REASONABLE ACCOM- lisher. NKA CHRYSTAL SPINELLI ance. To request such an MODATIONS SHOULD

approval of the publisher, who reserves the right to 300 the Defendants. Tim Smith, accommodation, please CALL (386) 329-0252 OR revise or reject any advertisement without notice. Clerk of the Circuit Court in contact Court Administra- (800) 955-8771 (VTDD), NO CANCELLATIONS and for Putnam County, tion at least 7 days before LATER THAN SEVEN (7) The publisher reserves the right to correctly Florida will sell to the your scheduled court ap- DAYS PRIOR TO ANY PRO- Private Party ads sold at a flat rate can be can- highest and best bidder for pearance, or immediately CEEDING. PETS & SUPPLIES classify and edit all copy. cash at Putnam County upon receiving this notific- Copy changes requested during a schedule celled during the schedule, but no refund will be Courthouse, South En- ation, if the time before the 3/26/15, 4/2/15 trance, 410 St. Johns Ave., scheduled appearance is Legal No. 00032302 made. Palatka, FL 32177 at 11:00 less than 7 days. Court Ad-

550 constitute a new ad, and new billing for schedule A.M. on 21st day of April, ministration, 125 E. Or- will be prepared. Ads published at the open rate can be cancelled 2015, the following de- ange Ave., Ste. 300, Please check your ad the first day it runs to during the schedule, and the publisher will prorate scribed property as set Daytona Beach, FL 32114; forth in said Order of Final (386) 257-6096. Hearing or see that all of the information is correct. This will your billing to the nearest earned rate. LEGALS Judgment, to wit: voice impaired, please call 1 (800) 955-8770. insure that your ad is exactly what you want the Lot 17, Block 4 of St. Johns reader to see. 350 Riverside Estates, River 3/26/15, 4/2/15 FREE ADS Ridge Section, according Legal No. 00032301 Call us the FIRST DAY if you find an error after to the plat thereof, as re- If you have found an item or a pet or want to corded in Map Book 4, the FIRST DAY of publication. give away anything of value (item, pet, service…) Page 130, of the Public Re- The publisher assumes no financial responsibil- cords of Putnam County, the Daily News will run an ad up to four consecu- Florida. Together with a LIVESTOCK & SUPPLIES ity beyond the charge of the ad. Direct questioning 1986 Guerdon Double Wide tive days. Mobile Home, I.D. Num- regarding classified bill to our business office at bers: GDWVGA358541914A

560 312-5203. Call for details at 312-5200 or long distance at and GDWVGA35841914B, TITLE NUMBERS: 800-881-7355. 42558493 AND 42599761. Legal Notices CREDIT POLICY IF YOU ARE A PERSON Rate charges are quoted at time of ad RATES/TERMS CLAIMING A RIGHT TO FUNDS REMAINING AFTER placement and all ads must be paid for at time Minimum size advertisement four (4) lines. THE SALE, YOU MUST FILE A CLAIM WITH THE of placement (Cash, Checks, Mastercard, All rates quoted are per line, per day. CLERK OF COURT NO IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF LATER THAN 60 DAYS THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIR- AFTER THE SALE. IF YOU CUIT, IN AND FOR PUT- FAIL TO FILE A CLAIM, NAM COUNTY, FLORIDA YOU WILL NOT BE EN- GENERAL JURISDICTION TITLED TO ANY REMAIN- FOR RENT DIVISION ING FUNDS. AFTER 60 DAYS, ONLY THE OWNER REAL ESTATE C A S E N O . : OF RECORD AS OF THE 15000002CAAXMX 600 DATE OF THE LIS PEN- 312-5200 DENS MAY CLAIM THE CARRINGTON MORT- SURPLUS. GAGE SERVICES, LLC, TOLL FREE PLAINTIFF, DATED at Putnam County, Florida, this 13th day of VS. March, 2015. UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF Tim Smith, Clerk ELIZABETH E. MYERS, DE- Putnam County, Florida CEASED, ET AL., DEFENDANT(S). By: /s/ Ruth Milligan 800-881-7355 Deputy Clerk NOTICE OF ACTION (Constructive Service – “In accordance with the Property) Americans With Disabilit- ies Act, persons in need of TO: UNKNOWN HEIRS, DE- a special accommodation VISEES, GRANTEES, AS- to participate in this pro- THURSDAY.indd 1 SIGNEES, LIENORS, ceeding shall, within sev- 4/1/15 4:10 PM CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, en (7) days prior to any PARTIES OR OTHER proceeding, contact the CLAIMANTS CLAIMING BY, Administrative Office of the THROUGH, UNDER OR Court, Putnam County, 410 AGAINST ELIZABETH E. St. Johns Avenue, Palatka, MYERS FL 32177, Telephone (386) LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: 326-7600, via Florida Relay 701 STATE ROAD 26, MEL- Service”. ROSE, FL 32666 3/26/15, 4/2/15 YOU ARE HEREBY NOTI- Legal No. 00032285 FIED that an action to fore- close a mortgage on the following real property, ly- ing and being and situated in Putnam County, Florida, more particularly de- scribed as follows: A PARCEL OF LAND SITU- ATED IN SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 9 SOUTH, RANGE 23 EAST, PUTNAM COUNTY, FLORIDA; SAID PARCEL BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DE- SCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCE AT A CON- CRETE MONUMENT AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 9 AND RUNS 89 DEG 57 MIN 14 SEC W, ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SEC- TION 9 A DISTANCE OF 965.34 FEET; THENCE RUN N 01 DEG 07 MIN 48 SEC E. 182.52 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, THENCE RUN S 89 DEG 57 MIN 14 SEC W, 175.88 FEET; THENCE RUN N 01 DEG 07 MIN 48 SEC E, 206.73 FEET TO THE SOUTHERLY RIGHT-OF- WAY LINE OF STATE ROAD NO. 26; THENCE RUN N 65 DEG 09 MIN 57 SEC E, ALONG SAID SOUTHERLY RIGHT-OF- WAY LINE, 195.58 FEET; THENCE RUN S 01 DEG 07 MIN 48 SEC W, 288.75 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. TOGETHER WITH THAT CERTAIN 1990 MERITT DOUBLE WIDE MOBILE HOME BEARING IDENTI- FICATION NUMBERS HML- CP28151505420A AND HM- LCP28151505420B WITH FLORIDA TITLE NUMBERS 48833882 AND 48842923 PERMANENTLY AFFIXED THEREON. COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 701 State Road 26, Mel- rose, FL 32666 Attorney file number: 14- 02926-1 has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your writ- ten defense, if any, to it on Pendergast & Associates, P.C., the Plaintiff's attor- ney, whose address is 6675 Corporate Center Parkway, Suite 301, Jacksonville, FL 32216, within thirty (30) days of the first publica- tion. Please file the origin- al with the Clerk of this Court either before service on the Plaintiff's attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. This notice shall be pub- lished once a week for two consecutive weeks in the PALATKA DAILY NEWS. WITNESS my hand and seal of this Court at Pal- atka, Florida, on the 17th day of March, 2015. Tim Smith As Clerk, Circuit Court Putnam County, Florida By: Ruth Milligan As Deputy Clerk If you are a person with a disability who needs an ac- commodation in order to access court facilities or participate in a court pro- ceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assist- ance. Please contact Court Administration in advance of the date the service is needed: Court Administra- tion, 125 E. Orange Ave., Ste. 300, Daytona Beach, FL 32114; (386) 257-6096 at least 7 days before your scheduled court appear- ance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the appear- ance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. THESE ARE NOT COURT INFORM- ATION NUMBERS. 3/26/15, 4/2/15 Legal No. 00032300 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR PUT- NAM COUNTY, FLORIDA C A S E N O . 13000658CAAXMX WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, v. THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, GRANTEES, DEVISEES, LI- ENORS, TRUSTEES, AND CREDITORS OF WILLIAM J. BRADLEY, DECEASED; SUSAN LEIGH BRADLEY COLL; WILLIAM DAVID BRADLEY; DANIEL C. BRADLEY; UNKNOWN TENANT 1; UNKNOWN TENANT 2; AND ALL UN- KNOWN PARTIES CLAIM- ING BY, THROUGH, UN- DER OR AGAINST THE ABOVE NAMED DEFEND- ANT(S), WHO (IS/ARE) NOT KNOWN TO BE DEAD OR ALIVE, WHETHER SAID UNKNOWN PARTIES CLAIM AS HEIRS, DE- VISEES, GRANTEES, AS- SIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, SPOUSES, OR OTHER CLAIMANTS; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, DE- PARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOP- MENT Defendants. NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to the Summary Final Judgment of Fore- closure entered on March 16, 2015, in this cause, in the Circuit Court of Put- nam County, Florida, the office of Tim Smith, Clerk of the Circuit Court, shall sell the property situated in Putnam County, Florida, described as: THE EAST 1/2 OF LOT 9, EXCEPT THE SOUTH 35 FEET THEREOF, AND LOT 10, EXCEPT THE SOUTH 35 FEET THEREOF, IN BLOCK B-5 OF BURT'S ADDITION TO PALATKA HEIGHTS, A SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SEC- TION 12, TOWNSHIP 10 SOUTH, RANGE 26 EAST, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 2, PAGE 22, OF THE PUBLIC RE- CORDS OF PUTNAM COUNTY, FLORIDA. a/k/a 902 S 15TH STREET, PALATKA, FL 32177-5604 at public sale, to the highest and best bidder, for cash, at the South front door of the Putnam County Courthouse, 410 St. Johns Avenue, Palatka, FL 32177, on April 23, 2015 begin- ning at 11:00 AM. If you are a person claim- ing a right to funds remain- ing after the sale, you must file a claim with the clerk no later than 60 days after the sale. If you fail to file a claim you will not be en- titled to any remaining funds. Dated this 19th day of March, 2015. Tim Smith 9A CLASSIFIEDS • Clerk of the Circuit Court PALATKA DAILY NEWS • THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2015 Fri 8-1, 115 Riverside Emerson 22" flat screen For Sale/Trade: 3/2 By: /s/ Kelly Purcell MERCHANDISE LegalDeputy Clerk Notices Way, San Mateo. Furn., TV, $25. 386-983-1305 Livestock Mobile Homes on 1.5 ac. New roof & Waterfront tools, fishing & scuba kitchen. N. Palatka. ANY PERSON WITH A DIS- Notice of Meeting Cancella- 400 $65K 386-916-9172 tion & Rescheduling gear, fitness equipment. Palatka, Wards Rd. Florahome: Fisherman's ABILITY REQUIRING Panasonic 55" TV, Hay - Fertilized, Barn- REASONABLE ACCOM- City of Palatka 3BR/2BA MH 1710SF, retreat or wkd getaway, Community Redevelop- $25. You pick up. Stored. Large Rolls $55. MODATIONS SHOULD 4023 Browns Landing Fireplace, Lease 2/1 w/over 1200SF & ment Agency (CRA) 386-325-4731 Pomona Park area FREE LIST CALL (386) 329-0252 OR Rd. Fri & Sat 8a-? Program. $87K. Call for detached 1/1 on canal (800) 955-8771 (VTDD), NO 386-546-4466 Details: 855-547-2240 Foreclosures, Bank, that leads to Georges LATER THAN SEVEN (7) The City of Palatka Com- Clothes, books, CDs, etc. DAYS PRIOR TO ANY PRO- munity Redevelopment Red Riding Hood & Gov't, Short Sales, Fixer- Lake. New deck, gas CEEDING. Agency regular meeting Grandma combination Uppers. From $16K & stove. $69,900. Pat previously scheduled to be Estate Sale - Complete doll, $25. 684-9190 up. Call Sunstate Alters, Keller Williams 3/26/15, 4/2/15 held on April 9, 2015 has contents. Fri & Sat been cancelled and res- Lost & Found FOR SALE Realty, 386-916-8328. First Coast Realty Legal No. 00032302 8:30a-2p Rain/Shine 106 REAL ESTATE (904) 571-9751 cheduled to be held on May Set of 3 porcelain 4" Animals

14, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. The Water Oak Rd. Satsuma. 700 next regular meeting of the Johnson 104 ham radio Handyman Special! 1205 CRA is scheduled to be Appliances antenna insulators, $10. Old Jacksonville Rd. held at 5:00 p.m. on June Fri & Sat 8a-2p 112 Found: Black lab mix 386-329-2669 Palatka. Asking $16K. 11, 2015. All CRA meetings Frigidaire front-load Jimmie Rd. Georgetown. male, 70-80lbs, found in RECREATIONAL are held at Palatka City Call for more info: The District Board of Trust- washer & dryer with ped- Hshld, salvage, boating, Moody Rd. area. Call: ees of St. Johns River Commission Chambers, Tire for Dodge Caliber, 904-583-1931 800 State College will hold its 201 N 2nd Street, Palatka. estal, $250 for the pair. toys, collectibles, etc. 386-325-1587 regularly schedule d 386-328-7108 2007, good for many monthly meeting on Wed- This notice given in ac- Fri & Sat 8a-? more miles, $10. nesday, April 15, 2015, at cordance with F.S. 189.015. 111 Point West Dr. 386-972-0507 Homes for sale Palatka, 3:00 p.m. in the Criminal Please govern yourselves Palatka. E. Palatka, Owner fin., Justice Multipurpose Room accordingly. Found: Chihuahua off low dn pymt. Starting (J-149), on the St. Au- WWII duffle bag in great Silver Lake Dr. Call gustine Campus, 2990 Col- /s/ Betsy J. Driggers, City Fri & Sat 8a-? 212 Baker @ $40K, 386-559-0660 Clerk GE beige 4-burner self- condition, no holes, $10. 386-937-0630 to identify. Acreage / Lots lege Drive, St. Augustine, cleaning oven w/cord & Rd. Satsuma. Purses, Florida. The agenda may books, CDs, clothes, 386-649-8741 include, but is not limited 4/2/15 broiling pan, good cond., 149 Hernando Dr., Legal No. 00032410 jewelry, hshld, etc. Mobile Homes to, business affairs, per- $125. 386-546-8390 PETS & SUPPLIES FOR RENT Florahome, 0.34 ac., nice sonnel matters, facilities wooded lot to build your items, academic and stu- REAL ESTATE Affordable living, quiet, dent affairs, and a public Fri. 7a-? 664 Old San 600 new home! High & dry, Boats &

550 Senior park, $3,500- hearing and subsequent Mateo Rd. Patio furn., paved rd, close to $19,000, 386-698-3648 action on the following: Fuel Oil & kitchen items, bookshelf, lake & boat ramp. Accessories lakecrescentflorida.com & other misc. $140K. 561-964-9042 1. Amendment to SJR Rule In the Circuit Court of the Firewood 19ft Sundance flats boat, 3.11(R1) – Policy State- Seventh Judicial Circuit in and for Putnam County, center console 55HP Su- ment on Discriminatory Hyde's: 386-326-6272 Huge 5-Family Sale Fri. Harassment Florida Civil Action Mobile Home zuki O/B w/ trailer $3800 2. Amendment to SJR Rule Seasoned Firewood: 8a-? South dead end of OBO 386-326-4422 3.12(R3) – Policy State- Case No. 2000-CP-000184 Blackjack, $70/pickup Palm Ave., Palatka, Homes With Land ment on Equality of Oppor- Division 52 load. Delivered locally. follow signs. tunity and Nondiscrimina- FREE LIST In Re: The Estate of River Villas 2BR/2BA, tion Screen porch, Carport, Foreclosures, Bank, 3. Amendment to SJR Rule GLADYS M. WILSON Multi Family LIVESTOCK & SUPPLIES TRANSPORTATION 3.15(R1) – Policy State- Notice is hereby given pur- New AC, Crn lot, $60k Gov't, Short Sales, Fixer- ment on Discriminatory suant to Order Authorizing Sat 8am-12n Apartments Uppers. From $13K & Furniture & For appt. 386-649-6817 900 Harassment and Free Ex- Deposit to Court Registry 143 Timber Ln, Pal., 560 and Closing of Estate up. Call Sunstate pression Upholstery Hshld, clothes & toys. Realty, 386-916-8328. 4. Amendment to SJR Rule dated October 8, 2004, and Barrington Apts 4.16 – Institutional Mem- entered in Case No. 2000- bership CP-000184 52 of the Sev- 7-piece patio set, new, Sat 8-? Silver Lake to Offering 1 & 2BR 5. Amendment to SJR Rule enth Judicial Circuit in and Leasing for April. for Putnam County, Flor- $225. 386-684-6223 Heidt, follow signs. 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Suzy B. Bradford Georgia-Pacific, serving as a Burial will follow at Palatka State Senate passes bill for prison reform maintenance planner in the Memorial Gardens. Visitation Power and Recovery Area. will be 6-8 p.m. Thursday at By Brendan Farrington Democrats highly praised Republican sponsor Suzy Bailey Bradford Billy was a member of the Johnson-Overturf Funeral Associated Press Sen. Greg Evers for shepherding the legislation. passed away March 10. 2015, Palatka First Baptist “S” soft- Home in Palatka. “I hope and trust and believe that this in Ozark, Ala. ball team that won the nation- Flowers are gratefully TALLAHASSEE — An independent com- reform effort will reap great benefits,” said She is survived by her par- al championship in 1984. He accepted or memorial dona- mission would be appointed to investigate Senate Democratic Leader Arthenia Joyner of ents, Bill and Judy Bailey, her was an avid golfer and Florida tions may be sent to First prison corruption, safety and prisoner deaths, Tampa. “We’ve had too many questionable husband, Bruce Bradford, the State University fan and Assembly of God, 3111 St. and the governor would lose sole control of deaths in our prisons, and I really hope this is father of Logan and Bryan served as a member of the St. Johns Ave., Palatka, FL 32177 picking a corrections secretary under a bill the beginning of the end of our crisis. Shawn Judd, her children, Johns River State College to benefit the El Shaddai overwhelmingly passed by the Senate on The commission would be able to conduct Logan Judd (Tuesday), Bryan Athletic Association. He also Children’s Home in Haiti. Wednesday. surprise inspections, confidentially interview Judd (Jennifer), Judy enjoyed the beach and spend- Memories and condolences The 55 page bill (SB 7020) seeks to address any prisoner or employee and could investi- Bradford, Jason Bradford ing quality time with his fam- may be expressed to the fami- prison system problems that have been high- gate allegations of corruptions or violence (Kimberly), Wesley Levine, ily. Billy was a member of the ly at Billy’s Book of Memories lighted by suspicious deaths and allegations of against prisoners, either by guards or other and four First Assembly of God in page at www. cover-ups. It passed 36-1, and several inmates. grandchildren: Palatka where he and wife JohnsonOverturffunerals. Brixon Judd, Melony started the orphan’s com. Noah Feagin, ministry. He was likewise a Arrangements are under Haley Feagin, part of mission teams that the direction of Johnson- your vitamin D, exercise and city and county officials, and Kason worked in the Dominican Overturf Funeral Home in eat right. It’s important.” Garcia said she hopes the city Bradford. Republic and in Ecuador. Palatka. Walkers National Walking Day is of Palatka will be the next A memorial Above all other things he did continued from PAge 1A sponsored by the American recipient of the state service will be and loved, Billy’s passion in Heart Association. According Department of Health’s held on April 4 life was serving his Master. to the AHA website, National Healthy Weight Community at 11 a.m. at He was preceded in death Theodore G. Allen out and see what Palatka has Walking Day takes place on Champion award. Bethany Missionary Baptist by his father, James S. to offer.” the first Wednesday in April “With this event, I planted Church on Bardin Road. Dunning Sr., a daughter, Theodore G. Allen, 94, of Tevel Adams, 13, said he each year. the seed, Gaye (Esperson, In lieu of flowers, please Erica Dunning and his father- Satsuma, passed away on didn’t know about Palatka’s Garcia said the health Blueways and Trails) watered donate to the Humane Society in-law, Marvin Green. Sunday, March 22, 2015. urban trail until the walk. department in Putnam recent- it and Mayor Hill brought it to of Northeast Florida in Billy is survived by his wife Watts Funeral Home and Even though he’s enjoying ly stepped up its effort to life,” she said. Hollister. of 34 years, Melony Dunning Cremation Center was entrust- spring break this week, encourage walking through- “Hopefully people will see of Palatka, three daughters, ed to the arrangements. Adams said he thought the out the year by hosting an the city employees, commis- Natalie (Aaron) Gill of walk was worth his while. He internal “Step up to Wellness” sioners, Putnam County Palatka, Kristin (Jordan) was accompanied by his moth- walking challenge. Commissioner Chip Laibl and William S. Dunning Rippy of Lakeland and er and siblings. “We logged 14,000 miles, everyone out here and it will Madison Dunning of Palatka, Raymond Brooks “(Hosting the walk in between 35-40 people, from make a difference,” Hill said. William S. “Billy” Dunning, a son, Cade Dunning of Palatka is) good because there September to January,” she “By this time next year, hope- 59, of Palatka, became present Palatka, his mother and step- Raymond Brooks, 52, of are a lot of people who don’t said. fully we won’t be 65th in the with the Lord on Tuesday father, Joyce and Bill Snyder Palatka, passed on Monday, have time to exercise, so they With the completion of an state for health.” March 31, 2015 at the Mayo of Palatka, two brothers, March 30, 2015 at UF Health, can come to this,” he said. urban trail in Palatka and Clinic in Jacksonville follow- James S. “Jim” Dunning Jr. of Jacksonville following an acci- “You need to be healthy, get recent collaborative efforts of [email protected] ing a courageous battle with Salt Springs and H.C. (Treva) dent. cancer. Dunning of East Palatka, Arrangements will be Born in Tallahassee, he was seven grandchildren, Logan announced by D.A. Boyd & a lifelong resident of Palatka Gill, Haley Gill, Parker Gill, Sons Funeral Home, Palatka. tion that legally must be exchanged, would be on video, and graduated in 1973 from Jaxon Gill, Avery Gill, Bella redacted, Deloach said. One documented and stored for Palatka South High School Rippy and Sophia Rippy, his Cameras example is the names of chil- years. where he mother-in-law, Ferrell Green continued from PAge 1A dren. The same would be true The media has been fueling played baseball of Palatka, two sisters-in-law, William A. Rhodes of videos. That would take the public’s distrust of law under Coach Pam Douglas of Palatka and more staff time. enforcement in the country, Billy Bennett. Cindy (Robert) Kerce of William A. “Billy” Rhodes, requests,” Deloach said, “that Consider a domestic vio- the deputies agreed during an Billy continued Oldsmar as well as numerous 79, of Palm Coast, passed in the near future, we might lence call, Deloach said. With interview at the sheriff’s playing base- nieces and nephews. away Wednesday, April 1, have to fund another position cameras, even a domestic call office. ball at St. Services celebrating Billy’s 2015 at Florida Hospital – in the office.” involving no physical violence, Johns River life will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Flagler in Palm Coast. There are bits of informa- perhaps just loud words [email protected] Junior College April 3 at the First Assembly Arrangements will be where he grad- of God in Palatka with pastors announced by Johnson- uated in 1975. Ted Stackpole, Jeff Sellers Overturf Funeral Home in Pet of the Day PUBLIC NOTICE He worked 36 years at and Mike Rippy officiating. Palatka. CHLOE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A REQUEST FOR A SPECIAL EXCEPTION TO ALLOW CHICKENS FOR PERSONAL USE IN AN R-1 ZONING DISTRICT PURSUANT TO SECTION 10.4(2) OF THE money by selling shirts and will continue to prepare for TOWN OF INTERLACHEN ZONING ORDINANCE 2012-1. hats at the run. Dry-fit the state Special Olympics Torch shirts will be on sale for $20, games in May. The Interlachen Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a Public continued from PAge 1A cotton t-shirts cost $12 and “I think seeing people out Hearing at 7:00 P.M., Monday, April 20, 2015, at the Interlachen hats cost $10. at the run gives (the ath- Town Office located at 311 Atlantic Avenue, Interlachen, Florida, to At the end of the run, Guy letes) encouragement,” Guy consider Special Exception request as follows: low for the last few years, but will be directed to pass the said. “They see the support Chloe, a female lab blondish red chow mix was turned in by her original owner CASE NO. ZBA-SE-2015-1: Application by John K. Larsen to allow a local law enforcement still car- torch to the next county’s and they want to do better.” who lost his home and job. She’s knows maximum of seven (7) chickens (no roosters) in an R-1 zoning district ried the torch. law enforcement. her commands and when walked regu- for the property identified below: “We do what we can,” Guy Meanwhile, local athletes [email protected] larly is house trained. Chloe enjoys long said. “We’re trying to get walks and is looking for someone to be 101 Atlantic Avenue, Interlachen Florida, 32148. participation up, trying to her best friend again. Chloe needs to be bring it back.” in a home with a fenced in yard and no Parcel #15-10-24-4050-0110-0010 more particularly described as: cats. Guy said last year’s run at Need Help MB 1 PGS 8 & 9, BLK 11, ALL OF BLK (EX LOT 1 FRACTL) EX OR the Ravine Gardens drew getting started All of our animals are spayed/neutered, the support of 30-35 people, microchipped and current on their age appropriate 610 P1170 but he expects the number of on your vaccinations. If you can give this pet a home, contact participants would double CRIMINAL LAW the Humane Society at 325-1587 or visit the shelter Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in order to at 112 Norma St. in Hollister. The Humane Society participate should contact Pamela S. Wilburn at (386) 684-3811 at this year. Driving Under the Influence of Northeast Florida is run entirely on donations. “I did it last year,” said least 24 hours in advance to request such accommodations. Drug Offenses Ad Brought To You As A Service Of The athlete Craig Williams. “It Palatka Daily News Town Clerk\Town of Interlachen was fun. We had a lot of ath- Property Crimes TAXES? letes, families and cops.” Felonies Leave the paperwork Guy said he tries to coor- to us. 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040215 Applause.indd 1 3/31/15 4:12 PM Rev. John Jacobs is vicar. Fourth St., Palatka. The church is at 686 S. will have its Easter Sunday ANNIVERSARY cakes, eggs, bacon, sausage, For details, call 546-5899 Holy Thursday is today at Highway 17, San Mateo. service at 11 a.m. Sunday at Grace & Truth toast, biscuit and gravy, oat- or visit stpetersanglican.com. 7 p.m. with the Mass of the Dunham Woods 194 Louis Broer Road, East Deliverance Ministries meal, grits, orange juice, cof- College Park Baptist Lord’s Supper and Washing Baptist Church will host Palatka. Lorenzo T. Wright Inc. will celebrate Apostle fee and tea. Palatka's second annual Church will have an Easter of Feet followed by Adoration Family Day with an Easter Sr. is pastor. Cora B. Fells’ appreciation Prices begin at $1.50. Call party for preschool, children of Blessed Sacrament from egg hunt from 4-7 p.m. Grace Fellowship will service at 7:30 p.m. April 698-2635. and youth from 10 a.m. to 8-10 p.m.; Good Friday, April Saturday at 151 Hoover present “He Is Risen,” in 6-10 at 700 N. 11th St. Chalk Explosion will transform noon Saturday in the fellow- 3 at 3 p.m., Stations of the Road, Hollister. There will word and song at 9 a.m. Guest speakers will be YARD SALE FUNDRAISERS ship hall. Cross and Celebration of the be a water slide, bring Sunday at 2400 St. Johns Pastor Denise Brown of First Congregational Sunrise Resurrection Lord’s Passion, Adoration of swimsuit and towel; cake- Ave., Palatka. The program Haigos Ministries of Church of Interlachen Sunday service begins at the Cross and Communion walk; face painting; and egg will feature local guests and Gainesville; Pastor Linda will have a yard sale begin- the streets of downtown 7:30 a.m. Sunday with a cov- Service at 7 p.m. hung. Hotdogs, chips and members from the church. Hall of To God Be the Glory ning at 8 a.m. the first ered-dish breakfast. Bible Triduum ends with Easter drinks will be served. The For details, visit www. Holiness Church of Palatka; Saturday of each month at study begins at 9:45 a.m. Vigil, including Blessing of Easter story will be told. GracePalatka.org. Apostle Andrew McGlocking 415 Washington St. Inside Palatka into a canvas of color with worship service at 11 the Fire at the Grotto and All Souls Unitarian Trinity Baptist Church of Jesus is a Way Maker spaces with tables are $5 a.m. The church is at 3435 Vigil Service with Universalist congregation of Keystone Heights Ministry of St. Augustine; each. Crill Ave., Palatka. Confirmation and welcomes Renee Zandaida Easter morning worship Apostle Mary Dornes-Terry Outside space is available St. Mark’s Episcopal Communion of Candidates, with “Rolling Away the service is Sunday at 8:30 of The Chosen of God for $5; tables not furnished. By Mary Connor Saucier Ritter has done work for Disney, Church will have Maundy Saturday at 8:30 p.m. Stone – Embracing Spring a.m. and 11 a.m. with Miracle Kingdom Builders For vendor space, call Palatka Daily News correspondent Universal Studios, Six Flags, George Thursday service beginning Easter Sunday Mass within Our Selves and Our Sunday school at 9:45 a.m. International Ministries of Rosemary at 916-8451. piece of chalk and a little bit of Lucas and, most recently, the movie, at 6:30 p.m. today. Good begins at 9 a.m. followed by Faith” at 11 a.m. Sunday at For details, call (352) 473- Jacksonville; Pastor imagination, mixed with creativi- “Dolphin Tale" filming in Clearwater. Friday services will be from an Easter egg hunt. For Hammock Hall, 429 Kirby 7261; www.trinitybc.org. Edward Davis of Harvest guest speaker ty and fun will transform the Shistle has been published in the noon to 3 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. details, call 325-9777. St., Palatka. Temple Ministry of Grandin; Grace & Truth Astreets of downtown Palatka into North Light Magazine and Sarasota Friday. An Easter service Little Bethel Missionary Oak Avenue Baptist CONCERTS Pastor Willie Ross of The Deliverance Ministries a canvas of color during the Palatka Chalk Festival 2011 Collector's will begin at 8 a.m. and 9:30 Baptist Church will have a Church and their guests, Tabernacle Baptist House the Lord Built Holy Inc. will feature Evangelist Chalk Explosion’s third annual street Edition. She is a member of the a.m. Sunday with an Easter Men's Day Good Friday ser- Paran Baptist Church, wel- Church choir will present Temple of God of East Ronna Cohens of Jewish painting event. Florida Chalk Artist Association and a egg hung to follow. The vice at 7 p.m. Friday at 1801 comes the public to special “My Redeemer Lives” at 7 Palatka; Pastor Dorothy Voice Ministries “Visions of Well-Being” is this year’s member of the Women Painters of the church is at 200 Main Bronson St., Palatka. Ostine music and messages at 6:30 p.m. Friday and 11 a.m. Mood of Tree of Life EPC of International at 10 a.m. theme for the annual event sponsored Southeast organization. St., Palatka. Moore is host pastor. a.m. Sunday in the parking Sunday at 2701 Reid Palatka; Pastor Patricia Saturday at 201 N. 1st St., by the Arts Council of Greater Palatka. Naulty is a designated Master Chalk St. James United Liberty Baptist Church lot at 404 N. Oak Ave., St., Palatka, next to Jones of Redeem Church Palatka. The event is open It will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Artist with the Florida Chalk Artist Methodist Church will will have a Good Friday Florahome. Breakfast will McDonalds. Ministry of Jacksonville; to the public with no regis- Saturday, April 11, between the 300 Association and a member of the Submitted photo host a communion service at Tenebrae service at 7:30 p.m. be served following the ser- Victory Christian Pastor Chris Coleman of tration fee. and 400 blocks of St. Johns Avenue in International Street Painting Society. Palatka's own Luke Taft creates a chalk art drawing of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in the 7 p.m. Maundy Thursday, Friday at 225 N. Second St., vice. Sunday school begins Fellowship welcomes Harvest Time Ministries of The children’s Downtown Palatka. The competition will be divided into streets in downtown Palatka recently. Taft is chairman of this year's Palatka Chalk today, commemorating the Palatka. Tenebrae is the at 9:45 a.m. with worship at Larry Ford, southern gospel Hastings; and Superin- Resurrection Recitals will “The theme is fitting to the cause,” categories for inexperienced artists, Explosion on April 11 in Downtown Palatka. Everyone of all skill levels are invited to institution of the Last “service of shadows” marking 11 a.m. Evening worship singer, in concert at 10:30 tendent H. Wayne Colbert being at 5 p.m. Sunday at said Luke Taft, event chairman. “One professionals and youth. There will participate in the different categories or competition or as spectators. For details, call Supper. Following commu- the events of the last day of will begin at 6 p.m. a.m. Sunday at 418 Hwy. 17 Sr. of Victorious Faith 700 N. 11th St., Palatka. of the Arts Council’s biggest tasks is to also be special upright chalking sta- 328-8998 or visit artsinputnam.org. nion, Service of Shadows the life of Jesus. Eden Baptist Church S., East Palatka. A love Impact Ministries of bring awareness to the connection of tions for anyone with disabilities, (Tenebrae) begins with mov- Dunn Creek Baptist will have sunrise service offering will be received. Palatka. SPECIAL SERVICES creative outlets with physical and men- unable to access the street or sidewalk, ing into the darkness of the Church will celebrate Sunday at 2405 County The public is invited. For New Creation All Saints Anglican tal health.” which want to participate. The Arts Garden of Gethsemane and Easter with “Love Ran Red,” Road 219A, Hawthorne. details, call 325-3282. Christian Center Inc. will Church, 1928 Book of Taft said everyone is invited to par- Council will provide chalk to everyone well-being,” she said. “This could change the way a viewer thinks and all the way to cross through Good Friday service at 3 p.m. Breakfast begins at 6:30 Christ Independent have its 24th pastor’s and Common Prayer, Koffee ticipate in the event that will include who participates. include health, ecological preservation, participants in this public art venue scripture and music. After Friday. The Easter a.m. with service time at Methodist Church will church anniversary celebra- Klatch begins at 9:30 a.m. art, music and demonstrations by three The competition will be juried and fitness, education and the list goes on have the opportunity help to change each reading and music, the Extravaganza will be from 7:30 a.m. and an Easter present “The Story Musical” tion at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sunday. Holy Eucharist well-known chalk artists from Florida awards will be given out in the form of and on.” our society for the better.” lights will be dimmed until 10 a.m. to noon Saturday. play at 11 a.m. The public is at 7 p.m. and 8:15 p.m. April April 11, at 301 N. 11th St., begins at 11 a.m. A nursery sharing their craft and talents. They cash and gift cards. Competitors will be Davis encourages competitors to be Those planning to enter the competi- left in darkness. Call 328- Highlights include egg hunt, invited. For details, call 17 and 10:45 a.m. and noon Palatka. Guest speaker will will be available. Lunch will include Tim Ritter, an avid chalk art- judged on their relevance to the theme, creative in expressing their ideas. tion must turn in their entry form, 1461. crafts, games and prizes for (352) 481-2958. April 19 at 4078 Silver Lake be Evangelist Charles follow the services. ist, who travels across Florida to differ- aesthetic value and presentation.” “Remember, images have the ability including a sketch of their proposed St. Monica Catholic the kids. The Christian Leaders Drive, Palatka. The musi- Crooms of Port Orange. Wednesday Holy ent festivals sharing his designs; Beth “It’s not just for artists,” he said. to express ideas in a profoundly power- composition. The form is available on Church will celebrate the Easter Sunday service Association will host a cal, with a video drama, Apostle Elijah and Pastor Eucharist begins at 6:30 Shistle, an award-winning artist from “The Arts Council’s mission is to pro- ful way,” she said. “They should keep the Arts Council’s website, artsinput- Easter Triduum at 114 S. begins at 10:30 a.m. Sunday. community Easter sunrise shares the Bible from the Annie Jackson are host pas- p.m. with Bible study, soup DeLand, who has been street painting mote and increase exposure to the arts in mind the old adage: ‘A picture is nam.org, or at the Larimer Arts service at 7 a.m. Sunday at creation to the second com- tors. and sandwiches to follow. in festivals since 2004; and Nancy A. for everyone.” worth a thousand words.’ A visual the Hilltop Medical Center, ing of Christ. Admission is The Rev. Frank Bartlett is Naulty, a freelance artist, writer and Kala Davis, co-chairman for the festi- expression has a unique power to Please see CHALK Page 8 Sunshine 1125 N. Summit St., free; the public is invited. A MEETINGS the priest in charge. The photographer, who specializes in differ- val, has been helping develop and CLEANING SERVICE Crescent City. All donations nursery will be provided. The St. James United church is at 1250 State ent mediums. organize guidelines for the event for received from the service For details, call 328-4424. Methodist Church Road 19 South, Palatka. PRESSURE WASHING ALWAYS LOW PRICES. ALWAYS WALHMART. Taft said each of the featured artists the past two years. will support the South Cadence will play live Women Luncheon and Visit allsaintsanglicanpal- come with some very impressive cre- “’Visions of Well-Being’ could WINDOW CLEANING Putnam Christian Service during the U-TURN 2015 Meeting will begin at noon atka.org. dentials. include images of anything related to LOW PRESSURE ROOF Center. Bring family, Community Outreach with Tuesday at 400 Reid St., Love and Deliverance CLEANING friends and chairs. Light Teen Challenge and special Palatka. Lunch is free. For Ministry Where It’s All GUTTER CLEAN OUT refreshments will follow. guest concert to celebrate details, call 328-1461. About Souls Outreach Inc. $ 00 POOL DECKS & DOCKS First Baptist Church of recovery at 11 a.m. Sunday school begins at 10 4 Rooms Carpet Cleaning - 100 BLIND CLEANING OVER PHOTOS: Well-known chalk artists from Florida will Includes Hallway - (Traffi c Lanes Only) Palatka will have an Easter Saturday, April 18, at the FUNDRAISERS a.m. with worship at 11 be demonstrating their skills during the Palatka Chalk 24 HOUR FIRE & WATER EMERGENCY SERVICES CHURCH STEEPLES Sunday service at 8:30 a.m. John Theobold Sports Howe Memorial a.m. and 6 p.m. Sundays. Explosion’s third annual street painting event on Saturday, 1024 S. State Rd. 19 and 10:45 p.m. with con- Complex, 120 Carter Road, United Methodist The church will meet at the CApril 11, between the 300-400 blocks of St. Johns Avenue in LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED BY ED & WENDY KILLEBREW FREE ESTIMATES 328-6733 sumed worship at 6 p.m. Palatka. The event is free Church will have a Palatka Library, 601 Downtown Palatka. From left, clockwise, is Beth Shistle, Nancy A. FULLY INSURED INCLUDING Sunday at 501 Oak St., and open to families. Community Fellowship College Road, Palatka. The Naulty and Tim Ritter. LIABILITY AND WORKER’S Palatka. For details, call Highlights include rock Pancake Breakfast from public is invited. For details, COMPENSATION 328-1531 or visit firstbap- climbing, inflatables, train 7-9:30 a.m. every Saturday call Pastor Timothy L. Submitted photos 328-8660 Open 24 Hours tistpalatka.com. rides, sports drills, beauty until April 18 at 252 S. Johnson at 546-4561 or 530- 608 Main Street 386-328-3017 Rhema Healing and tent, face painting, food and Summit St., Crescent City. 0951 or Minister Yolanda D. www.palatkapressurewashing.com 7 Days A Week ® Deliverance Ministry door prizes. Johnson at 227-1824. Like it never even happened. Palatka, Florida Jim Andrews, Robert Gill & Josh Hill The menu includes pan- 2 • Applause • THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2015 THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2015 • Applause • 11

040215 Applause.indd 2 3/31/15 4:15 PM Reid St., Palatka. Breakfast will be Renewal of the Baptism DEADLINE prepared by the United Methodist Sacrament. The regular church news dead- Men. Donations accepted to cover Easter Sunday, 9 a.m., Holy line is noon Monday for publica- the cost of food. For details, call Mass of the Resurrection with an tion on Thursday. Send church 328-1461. Easter egg hunt to follow. The briefs to clerk@palatkadailynews. Calvary Missionary Baptist church is at 1200 State Road 20, com or drop it off at the Daily Church will host a prayer break- Interlachen. The public is welcome. News at 1825 St. Johns Ave., St., Palatka. The theme is “Women plan is available for Saturday for fast at 9 a.m. April 18 at the First Presbyterian Church Palatka. of Destiny Letting go of the Past & $10 and includes continental Family Life Center, 1414 Bronson of Palatka’s Holy Week begins Embracing the Future.” breakfast at 9 a.m. and a boxed St., Palatka. Guest speaker will be with Maundy Thursday service at ONCE UPON A PROM Messengers are Overseer lunch at noon in the fellowship hall Minister Crystal Robinson Brown. 6 p.m. Thursday, Westminster St. James United Methodist Latanya Hutchinson on Tuesday; of the church. Tickets are $15 a person. Call Hall. Dinner will be served follow- Church is accepting donations Evangelist Argatha Gilmore on Pre-registration is requested, Evangelist Patricia Milton at 325- ing the sharing of Holy Communion. for its Once Upon A Prom event. Wednesday; Pastor Carol Little on but not required. Cut off date for 7886; or see Brother Bernard Easter Sunday service begins with Dresses, shoes and costume jew- Thursday; Pastor Valeria McMillon the meal plan is Tuesday, April 14. Lewis or Sister Gladys Myers. Easter Lilies given in honor of elry are needed to benefit area on Friday and Sister Carole Ansley Participants should note if they loved ones at 10:30 a.m. “Lift High girls for their upcoming proms. on Sunday. Dorothy Moody is host want ham, turkey or a veggie EASTER EVENTS The Cross” and the Hallelujah Junior and Senior high school pastor. sandwich, as well as their choice of The Central Putnam Chorus- GF Handel’s “Messiah” girls who need a dress for the a soda, diet soda or bottled water in Ministerial Association will will be sung by the Chancel Choir. prom can call for a private appoint- the boxed lunch. Mail the meal cost host Easter Sunrise Service begin- The theme is “Jesus Calls to Us. ment. For details or to make an of $10 to Keys of Authority ning at 6:45 a.m. Sunday at the ‘Hey, Hey You!’” with the Rev. appointment, call 328-1461 or Ministries Inc., 6401 St. Johns Palatka riverfront. George T. Head, pastor. Alice Keith at 937-3248. Ave., $166, Box #36, Palatka, FL This year’s message will be St. John Lutheran Church 32177; include name, address and delivered by Rev. James McGriff of will celebrate Maundy Thursday, FISH FRY AND OYSTER ROAST phone number. Bethel A.M.E. Church. Worship 7:30 p.m. today; Good Friday, 7:30 St. Paul’s Episcopal Church For details, call the Rev. Peters service will be led by Kyle and p.m. Friday; Easter Sunday sun- will host its 36th annual Fish Fry Davis-Flowers Rose Peters at 530-2636 or email jesten@keyso- Holly Craves, worship leaders at rise service, 7 a.m. and Easter ser- and Oyster Roast from noon to 4 fauthorityministries.org. An event First Assembly of God. An offering vice at 10 a.m. Sunday; and the p.m. Saturday, April 18, at 124 Keys of Authority Ministries page has been created on Facebook will be taken up by the Kiwanis second Sunday of Easter, 10 a.m. Commercial Ave., East Palatka. Inc. will sponsor “Nothing Can at Nothing Can Separate Us… Club of Palatka during the service Sunday, April 12, with pot luck to Fish dinners for adults are $15 Separate Us From the Love of Women’s Conference. to donate to the Palatka Christian follow. and $8 for children. Fish dinners God” Women’s Conference April A Helping Hurting Women Service Center. The church is at 1262 S. State with “all you can eat” oysters are 17-18 at First Assembly of God, Conference, “Rising from Behind St. John’s Evangelist Road 19, Palatka. The public is $25 with limited number sold. 3111 St. Johns Ave., Palatka. the Shades of Abuse,” will begin at Catholic Church will have Holy welcome to participate in an “open” Meals include fries, cole slaw, Registration table will be open 5 p.m. Saturday, May 30, at Pascal Triduum at 7 p.m. today communion table. hushpuppies, Minocran clam from 6:30-7 p.m. April 17. Services Solomon Calhoun Community with the celebration of the Lord’s For details, call 325-4708. chowder, dessert and beverage. will begin at 7 p.m. with the Rev. Center, 1300 Duval St., St. Last Supper, washing of feet and Saint Peter’s Anglican Whip Crackin' Winner Live music will be by Paul J. Marsha Davis-Flowers of Augustine. The event will be host- adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Church will host the following Linser, president of the Gamble Confident Covenant Ministries ed by Rhonda Felder, author of the and Holy Mass in the Parish Hall services: Thursday The Maundy at Sam Newton, right, was named the Whip Crackin Jr. winner Rogers Folk Festival Inc. The speaking. book, “Feel Me.” Tickets are $20 a until 10 p.m. 6:15 p.m., “The Watch and the during the Putnam County Fair. Presenting him with his Best Bubba! award is Jeffy Mullins Jr., left. event will also include arts and Beginning at 9:45 a.m., April 18, person. For details, call Rhonda Friday, Stations of the Cross at 3 Mass of the Presanctified. Friday, Baby Titan Brinkley knows he has the best big crafts vendors. the Rev. Deena Rose of Deena Rose Felder at (9904) 692-4785, leave a p.m. with Liturgy of the Passion of noon to 3 p.m., the three-hour bubba ever – Traven Brown. Photo submitted by CASEY MEDLOCK CAHAN Ministries will be the speaker. message. our Lord, Adoration of the Cross meditation while Christ hung on WOMEN’S CONFERENCE Afternoon session begins at 1 p.m. and Holy Communion at 7 p.m. the cross, Stations of the Cross at Photo submitted by SHANNON BRINKLEY Tree of Life E.P.C. Annual with the Rev. Jesten Peters of Keys BREAKFAST Saturday at 8:45 p.m., Easter 6:30 p.m.; and Easter Sunday with ou've got them! We want them! Looking For Wind Women’s Conference will be at of Authority Ministries speaking. St. James United Methodist Vigil of the Holy Night with the Holy Eucharist at 10:30 a.m. Send your favorite family time photos to publish in this Emerson Glisson flying his kite. 7:30 p.m. April 7-10 and 11 a.m. Admission is free; but a free will Church will have its fellowship rites – Lighting of the New Fire, The church is at103 W. Louis section. Send pictures as jpegs with caption information to Sunday, April 12, at 417 N. 9th offering will be received. A meal breakfast at 8 a.m. today at 400 Blessing of the Holy Water, Broer Road, East Palatka. The [email protected] or drop them by the Daily Photo submitted by TRAYCIE MONROE News at 1825 St. Johns Ave., Palatka. – Trisha Murphy, Lifestyle Editor CARRIE’S CUT palatka of Byrd’s N’ CURLS Family church christ Reason 699 Hwy. 17 S., San Mateo Meeting for worship at The Prescription Shop Mobile 505 3rd Avenue To Fair Fun H Perms Shoe Store Sunday Celebrate Morgan Wiggs, $25 & up Competitive rates, Home Sales Competitive rates, 10:00 AM Bible Study FREE LOCAL DELIVERY left, and his non-pro t and right here in Browning-Pearce not-for-profit and right here 11:00 AM Worship Elementary student buddy Paxton H your community. DRIVE-THRU PICKUP William & Color in your community. G. F. and Kerry 6:00 PM Worship Lance Dollar Sweat having fun $25 & up NO LONG WAIT completed reading at the Putnam fair Carolyn Byrd Ask us about… McKinnon Wednesday all the Sunshine showing their • surge suppression equipment 7:00 PM Bible Study bunnies. 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040215 Applause.indd 3 3/31/15 4:51 PM The entertainment calendar Pick up or delivery of five or more EASTER EGG deadline is noon Monday for pub- slabs. Call: Chris Keller, 546- HUNT, 5:30 p.m., lication on Thursday. 1765; Randy Bolen, 983-0084; Saturday, AMVETS David Rich, 937-9875; Raymond Post 86, 6685 Brooklyn Winters, 972-6455; or Walton Bay Road, Keystone Heights. Free CALL FOR ARTISTS. Second annual “Arts in the Pellicer, 937-2011. for all children. Air,” hosted by Palatka Main 10 Street and the Arts Council of TALKING STICK CONCERT FISH FRY FRIDAYS, BREAKFAST, 7-10 a.m. alling all pet lovers who are into photog- Greater Palatka. Banners will be 4-7 p.m., Fridays, St. Saturday, Interlachen raphy. displayed on lamp poles along St. Monica Catholic Church Lions Club, 200 Prospect Send your photos for publication in this Johns1 Avenue, Downtown hall, corner of Oak and Ave. An Easter Egg Hunt section to tmurphy@palatkadailynews. Palatka. Gallery in the streets Fourth streets, Palatka. Prepared and Egg Decorating contest will comC or drop them by the Daily News at 1825 St. runs from May 15 until June 22, by the Knights of Columbus. follow. Free for the family. Bring Johns Ave., Palatka. Can't wait to see what with a Silent Banner auction in 6Dinners are $8 each and include kids11 to hunt an decorate eggs for you've got... July. Canvas banners will be pro- baked or fried fish, or shrimp and prizes. vided to participating artists and fish combo, baked potato or fries, – Trisha Murphy, Lifestyle Editor available for pick up from 11 a.m. coleslaw, dessert and drink. Eat COMMUNITY to 4 p.m. Monday through in or take out. MARKET, 7 a.m. to 2 Thursday, April 6-9, at Larimer p.m., first Saturdays, Arts Center, 216 Reid St., BREAKFAST FOR rain or shine, Pomona Seeing Eye Dog Palatka. Only one banner will be GEORGE’S LAKE Park Community Center, 200 E. issued to each artist. Deadline for COMMUNITY Main St. Hosted by the Town of AT LEFT: Lc doesn't have any trouble completed banners is May 14. ASSOCIATION AND 12Pomona Park Beautification seeing with her stylish glasses. Number of artists is limited and Submitted photo Committee. Includes assorted Photo submitted by ANNAROSE LARSEN GEORGE’S LAKE AREA all banners must be returned. The Talking Stick Band with Keith Peters will perform live from VOLUNTEER FIRE vendors and baked goods, along Proceeds form the auction will 4-6 p.m. Saturday at the Robin’s Nest, 110 Commonwealth 7DEPARTMENT, 8-9:30 p.m., with arts and crafts and antiques cover the cost of the event and Ave., corner of Boyleston Street, across from Interlachen Saturday, 114 Sarasota St., and specialty items. Market Day support the Palatka Public Art Volunteer Fire Department. The concert is sponsored by IDEA! Florahome. Cost is $4.50 for non- also features breakfast of pan- Just Fund. Details: Charles Rudd, 329- (Interlachen Dynamic Entertainment & Arts!). Fish and grits, hot members and includes grits, eggs, cakes, biscuits and gravy and 0100, ext. 333; palatkamain- dogs, burgers and drinks will be available for sale. Visit IDEA bacon, sausage, hashbrowns, pan- more from 7 a.m. to noon, for $5. Smile [email protected]. Community on Facebook. Admission is free. cakes, gravy, biscuits, orange juice Vendors call Lynda Linkswiler at ABOVE: and coffee. (904) 806-0427. Dumpling has PHOTO CONTEST, host- one goofy smile. ed by the Friends of Ravine crafts, food, 5K Color Run and black colors. SATURDAY NATURE ADULTS DISCO, 9 Gardens, now through 4 (Saturday, 8 a.m.). The 18th Details: rotaryclubcrescentcity. STROLL, 9-11a.m., Haw p.m. every Saturday, Photo submitted p.m. April 30, Ravine annual Catfish Festival’s Classic com Creek Preserve, Seville. Elks Lodge, 828 by AMBER MOODY Gardens State Park, 1600 Twigg Car Show, corner of Central and Begin at the boardwalk Moody Road. St., Palatka. Top three photo- Summit – open to all cars, trucks, , start; lunch at Bull Creek Entertainment by D.J. Alvoid. FULL MOON PADDLE 2graphs will be displayed at the and car clubs. Set up 9-11 a.m., 7-9:30 p.m., Friday, Lake Campground’s new restaurant. Cost is $5 per person. 530-0285. Friends of Ravine Gardens 20th with awards at 2:30 p.m. Door Grandin, Interlachen. 8Details: 546-1668; putnambluewa- 13 Anniversary Celebration on May prizes, drawings and Best of Launch from the end of ysandtrails.org. FLAGLER 16. Details: 329-3721. Show award; fee $30 the day of Kim Street. For intermediate COUNTY ART Showing event; DJ, parade a noon, free paddlers. Whistles, boat lights MUSIC, LEAGUE welcomes 37TH ANNUAL event T-shirt for first 10 entries; 4and PFDs are mandatory. ENTERTAINMENT Robert K. Wittman, Some Love CATFISH FESTIVAL, featuring Rue and Ziffra’s Details: 546-1668; putnamblue- AND FOOD, 4-6 p.m., author of “Priceless. How I went hosted by the Rotary Club Mustang Texting Simulator. All waysandtrails.org. Saturday, Robin’s Nest, Undercover to Rescue the World’s AT LEFT: Buster and of Crescent City, 5-9 p.m. net proceeds go to “Dollars for 1100 Commonwealth Ave., 14Stolen Treasures,” as guest Honey Jacobovitz Friday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Scholars.” Interlachen. Entertainment by speaker at 7 p.m., Tuesday, April give each other a PINELAND MASONIC Saturday, Eva Lyon Park. 2015 Catfish Festival T-shirts LODGE 86 RIB SALE, 10 9Keith Peters and Talking Stick 7 at the Flagler Auditorium, 5500 kiss. 3Highlights include live entertain- on sale for $13 (add $1 for each x a.m. Friday, St. Johns Band as well as the Monday Night State Road 100, Palm Coast. Cost Cool & Comfy ment with 309C Friday and above XL). Available in neon Campground, Highway 17, Jammers; fish dinners, hamburg- is $20 or discounted for groups of Photo submitted by JUDY BAILEY Photo submitted Mighty Ones on Saturday; arts, pink, lime green, sapphire blue East Palatka. $15 for full slab. ers, hot dogs and drinks. 10 or more for $17 a ticket. ABOVE: Patches is one comfortable cat. by LAURA GERJOVICH 5 JACOBOVITZ Great Gift Idea Anytime! SIMPLY STATED Beck’s GOT IT ALL!

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040215 Applause.indd 4 3/31/15 4:19 PM Tickets: (386) 437-7547 or www.flaglerau- vations: www.pioneersettlement.org/ladies-his- ditorium.org. Red Hatters Try Hand at Golf torical-encampment or call (386) 749-2959. Calendar Seminole's Civic Luncheon Chalk LADIES FITNESS CLASS, 6 LUMINARIA CEREMONY continued from PAge 5 continued from PAge 2 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays, Bright Breteler, reporter FOR HAVEN HOSPICE, 8 Inc. Details: Marvis Champion at 328- Francis Baptist Church Family for the Red Hat Gypsies, p.m., Friday, April 10, 0305. Center, 216 Reid St., in Palatka. Competition reg- Life Center, 155 County Road was given a golf lesson Putnam County Fairgrounds, istration is due by April 9. Competing artists 309C, Palatka. Free and for ladies only; by Ian Willson, a golf pro, East Palatka. Order a luminaria in memo- VFW POST 10177 OF must pre-register and sign in between 9-10 a.m. bring a friend. Workouts with DVDS, look- pictured, at the Palatka ry of someone lost to cancer or someone CRESCENT CITY and Non-competing participants do not have to pre- 15ing for live instructor. Golf Club on Friday, Feb. battling25 the disease. Details: Trisha GFWC Crescent City register but can just show up the day of the event. 13. The Red Hat Gypsies Cormeny at (904) 391-3603. Woman’s Club Craft and Live music will be ongoing throughout the day. PALATKA SOCIAL Ladies visited the golf Rummage Sale, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Taft is excited about downtown Palatka’s DANCE CLUB INC., every course to have lunch and BICYCLE CLINIC AND Friday, April 17 and 8 a.m. to 2 streets being transformed into a public art exhib- Tuesday, Shrine Hall, even took the time to play RIDE, 10 a.m., Saturday, p.m.,31 Saturday, April 18, Woman’s it. Yelvington Road, East a round of indoor golf, a April 11, the Pavilion, Edgar Club, 604 N. Summit St, Crescent “The Palatka Chalk Explosion is about much Palatka. Doors open at 6 p.m.; dinner at 7 game Queen Gypsie Johnson Senior Center, 1215 City. Crafter and vendor spaces more than the competition,” he said. “Chalk will p.m.; dancing, 7:30-10:30 p.m. live bands. Lillian Wells had put Westover Dr., Palatka. “Roadside Repair,” inside clubhouse for $20 and yard be available for anyone who wants to add to the 16Members, $8; guests, $9; membership, $15 together for them while will be discussed about tools and spare sale spaces on front lawn for $10. street gallery.” and includes that night, and one Tuesday there. Several of the Red parts27 every cyclists should carry for emer- Grilled hot dogs and burgers for According to Taft, last year’s event turned out of birth month free. Membership not Hatters even got a hole in gency repairs, as well as most common lunch as well as baked goods for Photos courtesy of Casey Medlock Cahan to include more than 100 individual chalk master- required to attend. one. Thirteen members of hazards and how to best avoid them. Ride sale. To reserve a space: Bill Bila at Seminole Electric Cooperative Inc. hosted the Civic Luncheon on March pieces from professional competitors to toddlers the Red Hat group helmets are required. Details: 546-1668; (954) 292-3340. 24 during the Putnam County Fair. Above Seminole staffers on hand whose hands were barely large enough to grasp a ZUMBA CLASS, 5:10-6:10 attended the February putnambluewaysandtrails.org. include in front, from left, Jim Adams, plant operations manager; Brenda stick of sidewalk chalk. p.m., Tuesdays and Thursday, gathering. Breteler said it SPRING FESTIVAL Atkins, director of plant operations; and David Gerhart, vice president of “Entire families joined in the celebration and now until April 2, St. Johns had been so long since THIRD ANNUAL AT DUNNS CREEK operations. In back are Jerry McClellan, left, plant maintenance experience of creating public art,” he said. River State College, 5001 St. she had played golf, "she PALATKA CHALK STATE PARK, 10 manager; Christopher Brew, manager of engineering; Kenneth “Watching the chalking in progress is entertain- Johns Ave., Palatka. Registration is $40. didn't know which end of EXPLOSION presents: a.m. to 5 p.m. Thompson, manager of plant environmental and safety; and Lisa ment in itself.” Details: 312-4211 or visit SJRstate.edu/ the bat to hold." You “Visions of Well-being” April Saturday, April 18 with camping Johnson, CEO general manager. Below, guests were treated to a Denise Aiken, executive director of the Arts 17continuinged2.html never know where those 11. Join for visions of well-being themed April 17-18, 320 Sisco Road, Pomona buffet-style lunch and a speaker. Council, agrees. Red Hat Gypsie Ladies chalk art event. Music, food, crafts, and Park.32 Events highlights: camping; “I am excited to see this year’s talent come out RIVER CITY PLAYERS pres- will show up since they more.28 328-8998; [email protected]; or live entertainment; equestrian trail and make the streets of Palatka a colorful gallery ents “Baggage” by Sam Bobrick, meet regularly at area artsinputnam.org. and poker rides; guided mountain of art for all to see,” she said. “I would like to 7 p.m. April 8-11 and a matinee restaurants for food and bike ride; guided nature hike; kayak/ thank all those who have participate in our past at 2 p.m. April 12, Scarlett-Hill fun so be on the look out. COFFEE HOUSE canoe tour on Dunns Creek; kayak/ Chalk Explosions and those who have given sup- Theater, Larimer Arts Center, 216 Reid Submitted photo MEET AND GREET, canoe poker ride; pontoon boat rides; port to this growing event. This event makes you St., Palatka. Champagne opening night is The Tale Tellers of St. sack races, horseshoes, and corn feel good and gives everyone the chance to create 18sponsored by Linda and Vernon Myers. Augustine, 6-8 p.m., hole games for kids; campfire; and public art.” Tickets are $15 each. Reservations sug- free and open to the public during regular supplies for Putnam County students in Monday, April 13, City Coffee Company, food for purchase by the The Arts Council is also reaching out to area gested: (904) 377-5044. Box Office hours, all events, or by appoint- grades 1-12. To reserve a space, call Mary 1280 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd. Hear tales SmokeHouse. businesses by offering promotional chalking to ment. Details: (904) 276-6815 or THcenter. Lou at 325-6190. 29and have a cup’a Joe. Details: (904) 471- Fees: $10 per night of camping; event sponsors. MELROSE OPEN AIR org. 0179 or (386) 446-4909. $10 donation per family for all rides “A business can even have their logo chalked to ARTS 2015 EVENT. Work THE GOLDEN TEACUP and tours; $5 per hand for poker prominently display their support,” she said. will be shown in Gallery 26, SNACK AND A MOVIE, 5 SOCIETY’S 15TH OPEN HOUSE MUSEUM rides. Information about sponsorship or donations can Artisans’ Way and Melrose p.m., Thursday, April 9, ANNUAL LADIES AND RUNNING OF Check in Friday at noon, check out be found at artsinputnam.org or by calling the Bay Art Gallery. Theme of the show is Bostwick Library, 125 ENCAMPMENT, April PALATKA AND RAIL by 4 p.m. Sunday; primitive camping Arts Council at 328-8998. “Lifescapes,” and refers to landscapes, peo- Tillman St. Families are 10-13, Barberville Pioneer Settlement, RODEO LAYOUTS, 1-4 only, no drinking water or electricity tickets are $25 and will include a Arena, East Palatka. Country Barn “Many local businesses realize the importance 19ple, animals, and anything that reflects invited to bring a snack item and watch 1776 Lightfoot Lane, Barberville. Cost is p.m., Saturday, April 18, Union Depot provided; water provided for horses t-shirt. To support the cause or par- Dance with DJ Todd McClellan and of this event and have shown generous support,” life in Melrose and the surrounding areas. “Big Hero 6.” Details: 326-2750. $6025 for adults and $40 for girls ages 10-17. Station, 222 N. 11th St., Palatka. Hosted only; no individual campfires; ticipate in the run/walk with no live music by Middleground and the Aiken said. “The Palatka Chalk Explosion’s spon- Exhibit will be on display through April 22 Prices include five meals. Public viewing is wel- 30by Palatka Railroad Preservation Society Negative Coggins required; children shirt, $10. Funds raised go to Matt Buckles/Tim Collins acoustic sors play a big role in making this celebration of 26. Details: [email protected]. PUTNAM COUNTY come 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday with paid under 16 are required by state law wounded soldiers in need of surgery duo. Cost is $6 or two for $10 in color and expression possible.” RELAY FOR LIFE, April admission. Pre-register by April 1. Reser- Please see calendar, Page 8 to wear a helmet on bikes or horses. and anything else they have no advance; $8 at the gate. Sponsored Current sponsors include the Putnam County URBAN GRIT, acrylic 10-11, 6 p.m. to 9 a.m., Pets welcome and must be confined funds for. Google “Interlachen Fun by Jenkins Middle School FFA and Tourist Development Council, Seminole Electric paint by Alfred Philips, Putnam County Fairgrounds, to a six foot leash or less at all Run April 18” for details. Archery teams. Cooperative Inc., Miracle Signs and Designs, exhibit on display through 117 Yelvington Road, East Palatka. times. Putnam Community Medical Center and The St. April 13, Main Gallery, Schedule of events: 4 p.m., survivor and Camping reservations: www. PALATKA BOSTWICK Augustine Chalk Walk. Florida School of the Arts, St. Johns River caregiver23 appreciation dinner; 6 p.m., 2015 eventbrite.com/e/spring-festival-at- BICYCLE BLUEBERRY The Arts Council is supported in part by its State College, 5001 St. Johns Ave., Relay For Life of Putnam County opening HANDYMAN SERVICES dunns-creek-state-park-tick- FESTIVAL, April FESTIVAL, 8 a.m. to members, State of Florida Division of Cultural 20Palatka. Gallery hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ceremonies; 9 p.m., luminaria program; 6 ets-15947922666 18-19. Rides for all 4 p.m., Saturday, Affairs and The Putnam County Tourist Monday through Friday and during Main a.m., fight back program; and 9 a.m. clos- FREE ESTIMATES skill levels, seven to 100 miles, fully May 16, 125 Tillman St. Blueberry Development Council. For more information, call Stage performances. Details: 312-4300; flo- ing ceremonies. On All Home Repairs SEMPER FI 5K FUN supported. $25 for one-day or $40 for pancake and sausage breakfast, 8 328-8998 or visit artsinputnam.org. arts.org. RUN hosted by 34two-day registration. Register at a.m.36 to noon; homemade blueberry Taft said street chalking events have become ANNUAL INDOOR YARD Yard Work • Remove Debris Interlachen High www.putnambluewaysandtrails.org. pies and other desserts, blueberry ice very popular and its success locally is something he “SINGING IN THE TREE” SALE, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., School’s Interact Club, Details: 329-0100, ext. 333. cream, 2015 festival T-shirts, craft and the Arts Council members are excited about exhibit of Sarah Crook Flaire Friday and Saturday, April April 18, Interlachen Town Hall, 215 and food vendors. Participation by for Putnam County. and “A Collection” works by the 10-11, Ladies Auxiliary -- NO JOB TOO SMALL -- Atlantic Ave. Registration begins 8 FIFTH ANNUAL Bostwick Boy Scouts, Bostwick 4-H, “Other than the benefits of providing the artistic late Charlie Brown, on display Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3349, 3201 33a.m. day of run. Run begins at 9 HOE-DOWN IN Humane Society of Northeast Florida outlet, increasing exposure to the arts, and promot- through Thursday, May 28, Thrasher Reid St., corner of Palm Avenue and State Call James Today At a.m. Pre-registered tickets with a P-TOWN, 5-11 p.m., and the LifeSouth Bloodmobile. Live ing well-being through creativity, the Chalk Horne Center for the Arts and Conference 24Road 100, Palatka. Outdoor spaces are t-shirt is $20; students run for $15 Friday, April 24, entertainment. Free parking and Explosion adds one more reason for people to visit 21Center, St. Johns River State College, 283 available for $5 each to vendors. 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