DOCSLIB.ORG

Putnam County's

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text
Putnam County's Showers likely 70% chance of rain HOW LONG IS THIS MAN’S PRISON SENTENCE? 8A 82 | 70 For details, see 2A www.mypdn.com PALATKA DAILY NEWS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2015 $1 PCSO report: Man exposed CHARTING himself in school lot School board member says suspect was former teacher A NEW BY ALLISON WATERS-MERRITT Palatka Daily News INTERLACHEN — A 61-year-old Interlachen Elementary School parent was charged with a first-degree misdemeanor for allegedly exposing himself on school proper- ty, an offense report from the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office said. William Blankenship was at the school before 3 p.m., when state Highway Patrol trooper Kelvin Vega walked past the sus- COURSE pect’s car and noticed the suspect making a stroking motion with his hand, the report said. The report said Vega, who was off-duty, was at the school to pick up his child. Vega reportedly called the sheriff’s office. Vega told deputies he observed the sus- pect’s pants were unbuttoned and unzipped, and the suspect was holding a tablet device, OF ACTION the report said. See REPORT, Page 5A WHAT DO YOU THINK? What do you think about Putnam County’s local preference policy and do you think the county should continue to implement it? Email Letters to the Editor to publicforum@palatkadailynews. com. Letter writers must include full name, daytime phone number and address. There is a 350-word limit. Commission debates local preference CHRIS DEVITTO/Palatka Daily News Palatka Golf Club Kitchen Manager Debbie Brugone prepares meals Wednesday in the clubhouse during the lunch rush. No consensus reached during county workshop Attendees at golf course sustainability meeting suggest county chip in funds BY BRANDON D. OLIVER cuss the club’s sustainability. BY ASIA AIKINS “We’re doing a lot with Palatka Daily News Palatka Daily News “We’re looking at sustainability, not just to sell,” Mayor Terrill Hill nothing. When you talk Putnam County officials and contractors alatka city officials could said, “but how do we get to a better on Tuesday discussed the pros and cons of ask Putnam County for place?” about the golf course, the local preference option financial help with the The course was projected to end during bidding on county Palatka Golf Club. the year with a $103,000 deficit, but you’re talking about projects. Golfers from through- is expected to double that loss by the less than 2 percent of Local contractors are Pout Putnam spoke in support of the end of the fiscal year, Sept. 30. allowed to rebid for a proj- city-owned course Tuesday evening, the (city of Palatka’s) ect if they come within 10 as the Palatka City Commission percent of the lowest out- hosted a town hall meeting to dis- See COURSE, Page 5A general fund. They’re of-county bid. not holding workshops But the Board of County Commissioners during a Leary WHAT DO YOU THINK? for other entities that workshop Tuesday debat- ed decreasing the percent- Do you think Putnam County government should chip in funds for the represent that much of age or eliminating the option all together. Palatka Golf Club? Email Letters to the Editor to publicforum@ Although the local preference option was palatkadailynews.com. Letter writers must include full name, daytime the general fund.” established to boost local businesses during phone number and address. There is a 350-word limit. — Bobby Weed the recession, some people think favoring local businesses restricts the number of potential bidders, said County Administrator Rick Leary. See PREFERENCE, Page 5A By mail, 3 sections VOL. 127 • NO. 184 The Voice of Classified/Legals ............ 3B Obituaries ....................... 3A INDEX PALATKA, FLA. Putnam County Comics ............................ 6A Opinions ......................... 4B Advice ............................. 6A Horoscope ...................... 6A Sports ............................. 1B since 1885 Briefing ........................... 2A Lottery............................. 2B Sudoku ........................... 3B Public Notices on Page 3B 091715a1.indd 1 9/16/15 9:15 PM “We must not say every mistake is a foolish one.” — Cicero Roman scholar morning briefing (106-43 B.C.) 2ATHURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2015 PALATKA DAILY NEWS Today in History www.palatkadailynews.com 1825 St. Johns Ave., Palatka FL 32177 MAIL: P.O. Box 777, Palatka, FL 32178 Today is Thursday, Sept. 17, the 260th day of 2015. There are 105 USPS 418-500 days left in the year. Periodicals postage paid at Palatka, FL, Palatka Daily News, est. 1885, TODAY IN PUTNAM is published daily Tuesday through In 1873, San Mateo’s post office Saturday by the Palatka Daily News, Inc., was established with Putnam B. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Bishop as postmaster. Palatka Daily News, P.O. Box 777, In 1919, J.F. Tenney, Federal Palatka FL 32178 Point’s Times-Herald correspondent, MAIN NUMBER ..... 312-5200 wrote: “This county is in the throes of living and the government is set- Business hours are 8 a.m. to ting its wits to work to lessen the 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. great wave of unrest that now pre- vails. The cause of this burden of Call about classified or display ads, questions about circulation or any extravagant cost of foodstuff does other newspaper business. Call not originate with the farmer, but with news tips at any time. Just fol- with the government, which rushed low the instructions after business into World War regardless of the hours. cost.” Advertising fax ....................312-5209 Newsroom fax ....................312-5226 TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT IN HISTORY On Sept. 17, 1787, the CIRCULATION Constitution of the United States was completed and signed by a Please call 386-312-5200 by majority of delegates attending the 10 a.m. to report problems with the Constitutional Convention in delivery of your paper. Circulation office Submitted photo Philadelphia. hours are 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. If you leave a The Arts Council of Greater Palatka is inviting music and art lovers to visit the Larimer Arts Center on Tuesday for a message, please give your name, 911 free lunchtime concert. Katherine Archer will perform from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. at the Larimer Arts Center, 216 Reid St., ON THIS DATE address and phone number. Palatka. The artwork of Pauline Dickson and Francesca Tabor-Miolla will also be on display for the event. Archer plays In 1862, more than 3,600 men for audiences of all ages, although the lunchtime concert will be geared for adults. Archer has performed for schools in were killed in the Civil War Battle Putnam County with interactive song writing programs for children as part of the arts council’s initiative to provide of Antietam in Maryland. For home delivery subscription, cultural enrichment for Putnam’s youth. The Arts Council’s spring and summer concert series is sponsored in part by including tax In 1937, the likeness of President the Putnam County Tourist Development Council, the city of Palatka, the state of Florida, Department of State, Division Abraham Lincoln’s head was dedi- 13 weeks ................................ $24.62 of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture. For details, visit artsinputnam.org or call 328-8998. 26 weeks ................................ $49.25 cated at Mount Rushmore. 52 weeks ................................ $93.68 In 1964, the James Bond movie e-edition .............................. $7/month “Goldfinger,” starring Sean Duration of subscription subject to Reid St. to 2600 Peters St. sion of cocaine. Connery, premiered in London. rate increase. Painters will also be needed. Christopher Lee Collins, 18, In 1971, citing health reasons, Announcements Interlachen: four counts lewd and las- Supreme Court Justice Hugo Black, Paul Conner ..................386-312-5246 civious behavior. 85, retired. Black, who was succeed- Circulation Director Welcome center Francisco Ricardo Nunez, 27, ed by Lewis F. Powell Jr., died eight [email protected] PUTNAM COUNTY to host fall arts show Satsuma: moving traffic violation. days after making his announce- Tyler John Zimmer, 28, ment. Library offers OBITUARIES The Palatka Welcome Center will Jacksonville: possession of weapon by In 2011, a demonstration calling limited edition cards have its Fall Art Show opening recep- a convicted felon. itself Occupy Wall Street began in Death notices and obituaries are tion from 5:30–7:30 p.m. Friday at 900 New York, prompting similar pro- published daily. We accept obituaries The Putnam County Library St. Johns Ave. The exhibit will be on tests around the U.S. and the world. System will give new patrons limited display through November. and photos from funeral homes. The edition Charlie Brown and Snoopy Show will feature Jimmy Blackwell, State News TEN YEARS AGO deadline is 5 p.m. Obituaries can be library cards, while supplies last, Kay Deuben, Glenda Everett, June Two passengers were killed, more emailed to clerk@palatkadailynews. through Oct. 24. Thompson, Charlotte Lord, Gary than 100 people hurt when a com. For information about obituaries To obtain one, bring ID and proof of Shindlebaur, Linda Orapun Tucker BRADENTON Chicago Metra commuter train and our policies, call 386-312-5240. address to get access to free books, and Lynn King. derailed while changing tracks at PUBLISHER DVDs, audio books and online resourc- King, Grisham to raise high speed. es including free eBooks, BrainFuse money for library Wayne Knuckles ...........386-312-5201 HelpNow! online tutoring and writing TODAY’S BIRTHDAY lab, Learning Express practice tests, Felony Arrests As library fundraisers go, this is Actor David Huddleston is 85. [email protected] Mango Language learning software thrilling. Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, is ADVERTISING and more. Bestselling horror author Stephen 82. Retired Supreme Court Justice Fine-Free Week continues through King will interview thriller writer David H. Souter is 76. Singer Mary Kaye Wells ...........386-312-5210 Saturday to existing patrons to Sept.
Load more

Recommended publications
  • Putnam County
    Serving Satsuma ● Pomona Park ● Lake Como ● Crescent City ● Seville ● Pierson ● Welaka ● Fruitland ● Georgetown ● East Palatka ● Palatka ● Interlachen ● Melrose ● San Mateo since 1898 Putnam County Only Putnam County’s Favorite Weekly Community Newspaper 50 October 22, 2014 • Vol. 70, No. 23 (2 sections) Crescent City, FL (Includes 7% FL Sales Tax) ¢ Controversy In Pierson See What’s Happening American Profile Find out whats Travis Roberts speaks about the Inside. happening, with Sinister Sweets! Raiders last JV football game and Beth Carter on the Spooky Candy Crafts Community page! the controversy surrounding it. for Halloween! Page B1 PAGE A3 See Insert Help for Jody Braddock Joint Fund-raiser Helps Saves Puppies Lives A special fund has been set up by the Holy Comforter Episcopal Church at CenterState Bank to help with medical bills for Jody Braddock. You can drop off a contribution in MaryAnn Braddock’s name or you can send a contribution via your credit card or Pay Pal account by going to the web site http://jodybraddockfund.org/. Adult Enrichment Program Join the Melrose Library Association’s Adult Enrichment Program at the Melrose Public Library for Turtle Talk on Thursday, October 23 at 2 p.m. to hear Anne Ake and Larry Ogren tell about the challenges and adventures surround- ing the launch of the world’s first sea turtle conservation program in Costa Rica. Author Anne Ake will discuss her book, Turning Turtles in Tortuguero: Stories from the Or- igins of Sea Turtle Research, and will be accompanied by Larry Ogren, who was the inspiration for her work. The program is free to attend, older children are welcome, and goodies will be served after the presentation.
    [Show full text]
  • Homeless for the Holidays Ing a Free Thanksgiving Dinner to an Invited List of Travis Roberts Homeless People Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, No- Staff Writer Vember 28
    Serving Satsuma ● Pomona Park ● Lake Como ● Crescent City ● Seville ● Pierson ● Welaka ● Fruitland ● Georgetown ● East Palatka ● Palatka ● Interlachen since 1898 Putnam County Happy Thanksgiving! Thursday, November 28 November 27, 2013 • Volume 69, No. 28 (2 sections) Crescent City, Florida 50¢ (Includes 7% FL Sales Tax) Thanksgiving Dinner The Putnam Family Fitness Center will be provid- Homeless for the Holidays ing a free Thanksgiving Dinner to an invited list of Travis Roberts homeless people Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, No- Staff Writer vember 28. The staff will be serving, but if you would like to donate a dish for eight to 10 people, please call the PFFC at 386-649-8784. Have you ever met someone whose life was so screwed up Christmas Parade you would swear they The Palatka Christmas Parade is Friday, No- are lying about all vember 29, at 7 p.m., on St. Johns Avenue in the things that have historic downtown Palatka. The lights on the happened to them? I streets will be lit, and so will the floats! The mean come on, there theme this year is “Christmas Stories,” and is is no way everything sponsored by Downtown Palatka, Inc. and the that person has said City of Palatka. Come downtown early and stop has ever happened. I by the Welcome Center for the “Microcosm: was going to do an ar- Affordable Fine Art” Show and Sale, that has ticle on a few home- been extended through the end of the year. less people in Putnam Also, stop by the 18th Annual Holiday House at County, and had it all the Tilghman House, which will be open until cleared with Mike at 5 p.m.
    [Show full text]
  • A Publication of the Palatka Daily News
    2020-2021 A publication of the Palatka Daily News 1419 Reid Street, Palatka, FL 32177 • 386-336-9051 • riversidewa.com We understand that individuals face unique challenges as they prepare for retirement. We can help take the mystery out of preparing for today and tomorrow. Whether you are investing to build wealth, protect your family, or preserve your assets, our personalized service focuses your needs, wants, and long-term goals. Our team of professionals have years of experience in financial services. We can help you address your needs of today and for many years to come. We look forward to working with you. We off er legal services in areas including: FAMILY LAW TRUSTS & ESTATES WILLS & PROBATE PERSONAL INJURY WRONGFUL DEATH Direction for the Roads Ahead. REAL ESTATE CORPORATE LAW ELDER LAW CRIMINAL DEFENSE Contact us to schedule a free consultatiion! Charlie Douglas Christopher Lobianco Linda Campbell Lex Taylor Cindy Marvin 386.530.2955 1301 St. Johns Avenue • Palatka,Explore FL 321772 2020 • 386.530.2955 • DHClawyers.com We’re protecting your right to VOTE! Estamos protegiendo su derecho a VOTAR! VOTE It’s not too late to REGISTER to vote! No es demasiado tarde para REGISTRARSE para votar Register online: In person: En persona en: Regstrese en lnea en: or 20 Crill Ave, Ste 00 soe.putnam-fl .com Palatka, FL For more information Para más información 32-0224 Charles L Overturf III SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS 20 Crill Avenue, Suite 00 Palatka, FLExplore 386-32-02243 2020 Looking on the Bright Side There’s a tune from a Monty Python crime countywide.
    [Show full text]
  • Putnam County
    Serving Satsuma ● Pomona Park ● Lake Como ● Crescent City ● Seville ● Pierson ● Welaka ● Fruitland ● Georgetown ● East Palatka ● Palatka ● Interlachen since 1898 Putnam County November 6, 2013 • Volume 69, No. 25 (2 sections) Crescent City, Florida 50¢ (Includes 7% FL Sales Tax) Kick Butt Workout Beginning Wednesday, November 6, at 2 p.m. Putnam Family Trunk-or-Treat Sets New Record Fitness Center will begin a six-week session of KBW (kick butt workout,) which is a type of simple self defense. With the coming of the holidays, the “bad guys” are out there looking for people to Bob Martin prey upon, so we want to be prepared. The cost is $5 each ses- sion and it will include a visit by our law enforcement personnel President giving us tips on what to look out for. Putnam Family Fitness Center Mobile Office Hours If you are having an issue with Social Security, Medicare, Veterans Benefits, immigration, the IRS or any federal agency a member of Senator Rubio’s staff will be available to meet with you on Wednesday, November 6, from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. at the Putnam County Administrative Building, located at 2509 Crill Avenue in Palatka. Please plan to attend to meet your local staff and find out the services Senator Rubio’s Office offers his con- stituents. For more information, call the Jacksonville Regional Office at 904-398-8586. Celebration Committee Meeting The next Crescent City Celebration Committee meeting will Photos by Mike Jones be held Thursday, November 7, at City Hall beginning at 6 p.m. The topics discussed in the meeting will be in regards to the Eager trick-or-treaters wait in line at the annual Trunk-or-Treat.
    [Show full text]
  • Putnam County
    Serving Satsuma ● Pomona Park ● Lake Como ● Crescent City ● Seville ● Pierson ● Welaka ● Fruitland ● Georgetown ● East Palatka ● Palatka ● Interlachen since 1898 Putnam County November 20, 2013 • Volume 69, No. 27 (2 sections) Crescent City, Florida 50¢ (Includes 7% FL Sales Tax) Business After Hours The Real Iron Man Lives in Putnam County The next Putnam County Chamber of Com- Travis Roberts were Larry Lieber, the merce Business After Hours will take place Staff Writer scripter, Don Heck, the Thursday, November 21, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The story artist, and Jack Bob Martin event will be sponsored by Haven Hospice, located Kirby, the cover-artist President at 6400 St. Johns Avenue in Palatka. Remember About a week ago, and character-design- Putnam Family Fitness to bring plenty of business cards! I got a call asking me er. Enough about the Center if I would like to do a original comic charac- cover story on the Iron ter, let’s get to the real Man. My first thought Iron Man. Grief Awareness Service was, “Hollywood here I Please allow me to in- The Hospice of Citrus and the Nature Coast come!” So I said, “Yes. troduce to you the real Herry’s Kids Pediatric Services will participate in So where do I have “Iron Man,” Command- to go?” Mike, from the er Flint Brady. Before Children’s Grief Awareness Day by holding a Can- Putnam County Cou- dlelight Remembrance Service. The service will we go any further, I rier Journal, said, know what you’re begin at 6 p.m. Thursday, November 21, and will “He lives right here in be held at the Hospice of Citrus and the Nature thinking, “How can Putnam County!” he fly over cities and Coast office at 927 S.
    [Show full text]
  • City Commissioners Could Move Forward with Lobbying Firms
    Sunny TRUMP WINS NEVADA; NOW, SUPER TUESDAY LOOMS, 10A 0% chance of rain 64 | 39 For details, see 2A www.mypdn.com PALATKA DAILY NEWS THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2016 $1 City seeks golf course management/owner WHAT DO YOU THINK? Requests for proposal due March 30 for interested parties PALATKA GOLF What do you think the city of Palatka CLUB PROFIT should do with Palatka Golf Club? Should the city sell the course, hire firms and teams” for the operation of the city-owned, BY SCOTT J. BRYAN Fiscal year numbers don’t include loans outside firms to operate the Palatka Daily News money-hemorrhaging Palatka Golf Club and a res- 2015 -$139,004 course or run the course with taurant housed in the clubhouse. 2014 -$120,743 city employees? Email Letters Do you want to lease – or possibly own – a golf The request for proposal allows for respondents to 2013 -$116,680 to the Editor to publicforum@ course? propose a management contract, lease or purchase of 2012 -$243,732 palatkadailynews.com. Letter writers must If so, the city of Palatka has an opportunity for 2011 -$231,911 include full name, daytime phone number you. 2010 -$156,188 and address. There is a 350-word limit. Palatka is soliciting proposals from “responsible See COURSE, Page 5A 2009 +$57,778 City commissioners could move forward with lobbying fi rms City staff selects group with offices in Tallahassee, Washington, D.C. BY SCOTT J. BRYAN WHAT DO YOU Palatka Daily News THINK? A trio of city of Palatka offi- cials ranked four lobbying firms, Do you think the city of and Palatka city commissioners Palatka should use public tax will have the opportunity today dollars to hire a lobbying firm? to accept, reject or amend the Email Letters to list before city staff begins nego- the Editor to tiating a potential contract.
    [Show full text]
  • Tab 14: Terry Suggs
    Section 14 Section 14 Terry K. Suggs Islamorada Village Manager Candidate Report Section 14 TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE COVER LETTER AND RESUME 1 CANDIDATE INTRODUCTION 7 BACKGROUND CHECKS 15 CB&A REFERENCE NOTES 21 INTERNET SEARCH 37 Section 14 Cover Letter and Resume Page 1 of 99 Section 14 Page 2 of 99 Section 14 Page 3 of 99 Section 14 Page 4 of 99 Section 14 Page 5 of 99 Section 14 Page 6 of 99 Section 14 Candidate Introduction Page 7 of 99 Section 14 Terry K. Suggs EDUCATION Master of Public Administration, Barry University Bachelor of Public Administration, Barry University Certified Public Manager, Florida State University EXPERIENCE County Administrator, Putnam County, FL 2017 – Present City Manager, Palatka, Putnam County, FL 2015 – 2017 City Manager, Keystone Heights, Clay County, FL 2011 – 2015 County Public Works Operations Supervisor, Alachua County, FL 2005 – 2011 County Zoning Inspector/Waste Inspector, Alachua County, FL 1997 – 2005 BACKGROUND Putnam County is an active and diverse community on the St. Johns River with a population of 73,723. The three main industries in Putnam County are eco-tourism, manufacturing, and agriculture. Putnam County is a popular angler’s destination given our natural resources including the St. Johns River, its many tributaries, and lakes. We host many well-attended bass fishing tournaments, including hosting the ESPN Bass Master Elite Tour. Anglers routinely fill our hotels and restaurants, while our riverfront is crowed with spectators, families fishing, and shrimpers along municipal marina piers. Georgia Pacific Corporation is our largest employer in Putnam County and is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of household paper products and building materials.
    [Show full text]
  • Missing Child a Product of Miscommunication A
    Scattered T-storms 40% chance of rain WHO WILL COMPETE IN THE FIRST GOP DEBATE? 3A 92 | 74 For details, see 2A www.mypdn.com PALATKA DAILY NEWS WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2015 $1 Chief: Missing child a product of miscommunication Seven-year-old 7-year-old found unharmed with family friend after two-hour search by law enforcement Shontell Nixon hugs her mother, Shontell’s mother. Putnam County School District and fire Latisheya Nixon, BY ALLISON WATERS-MERRITT Tuesday at their Oak Palatka Daily News “I didn’t ask my mom if I could go,” departments from Palatka and the county Shontell said Tuesday afternoon. responded to the scene, authorities said. Street home. Miscommunication led to a two-hour When Nixon realized her daughter was Establishing a command center at the Shontell was search Tuesday morning for a missing missing, she called 911. Campbell building, the school district’s old reported missing, 7-year-old girl in Palatka. “I noticed she was gone. She never walks administration building, officers began but was found two Shontell Nixon, 7, left her family home away. I was crying. I was totally upset,” contacting anyone who knew the family. At hours later with a at about 9:30 a.m. with an adult male Nixon said. family friend at the acquaintance who was staying in the house The Palatka Police Department, Putnam riverfront. on Oak Street, said Latisheya Nixon, County Sheriff’s Office, officers from the See MISSING, Page 7A CHRIS DEVITTO Federal a kid who plan calls for coal cares reduction Officials: Palatka plant’s future remains in limbo BY BRANDON D.
    [Show full text]