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24th annual Hoggetowne Medieval Faire coming to Alachua County Free Press - North Florida Focus Vol. 121, No. 45 USPS 334-600 THURSDAY, JANUARY 14, 2010, Lafayette County, Florida 2 SECTIONS 28 PAGES 50¢ 1-year-old Allen Boyd suits up for 2010 Incumbent congressman discusses healthcare, energy policy among the and politics in a candid interview with the Free Press By Carnell Hawthorne Jr. Press recently with the mes- on hot button issues such as [email protected] sage that the needs and healthcare reform and energy injured wants of his constituency are policy. He also addressed re- Congressman Allen Boyd at the heart of his decision- districting and his own re- in crash paid a visit to the Mayo Free making for 2010, specifically election bid. 2 adults, teen are also hurt By Stephenie Livingston stephenie.livingston @gaflnews.com
An auto accident in Boyd Lafayette County Mon- day afternoon left a 1- Boyd, a Democrat, ad- year-old, a teenager and dressed his November vote two adults seriously in- against the healthcare reform jured. bill, which passed in the Daleanna House, 220-215. Reiterating Ducksworth, 32, was his four criteria for healthcare eastbound on SW Old reform - “cost, coverage, Salt Road in a 1997 Ford choice, and fiscal responsibil- two-door while passen- ity” - he said the cost of the ger Sarah Elliott, 27, current bill was of greatest held 1-year-old concern. Nathaniel Elliot on her “How do you wring the lap, according to Florida cost out of the whole medical Highway Patrol reports. system?” he asked. Ducksworth failed to Boyd said the rising price yield when turning left of healthcare services is sim- onto CR 300, said FHP, ply too great for the average and collided with the Congressman Allen Boyd meets with constituents following an August town hall meeting in Mayo. Healthcare left front of a Hyundai dominated the debate. - Photo: Stephenie Livingston SEE ALLEN, PAGE 7A 4-door driven by Heidi Hendrick, 16. Hendrick’s car skid- ded nearly 30 feet be- Lafayette fore the collision, re- ports show. Upon im- VFD says pact, Ducksworth’s ve- hicle spun 180 degrees before coming to a rest thanks on the west shoulder of The Lafayette County CR 300 while Hen- Volunteer Fire Depart- drick’s car rotated ment would like to thank counter clockwise and the following people stopped in the intersec- who so kindly and gen- tion of CR-300 and SW erously made monetary Old Salt Road. contributions for our re- All involved were cent “Christmas Boxes rushed to Shands UF for Soldiers” drive: with serious injuries. Ducksworth was Lafayette County charged with failure to Commissioners yield right of way, wear Supervisor of Elections a seat belt and use child Office restraint, FHP said. Re- Lafayette County State Bank SEE 1-YEAR-OLD, PAGE 6A Drummond Bank Wintry streak is Main Street café Couple charged Judge Darien Jackson in copper thefts SEE LAFAYETTE, PAGE 7A worst in years Branford at prison annex By Stephenie Livingston By Stephenie [email protected] Dental Office Livingston celebrates stephenie.livingston A week and a half of frigid weather, @gaflnews.com with temperatures often falling into the 20th teens, is beginning to take its toll on lo- A Mayo couple was ar- cal residents, crops and livestock. anniversary rested after an investiga- The doctors and staff tion into a theft at Mayo SEE WINTRY, PAGE 7A of Branford Dental Of- Correctional Institute fice invite our patients Annex. Brandon Ingram and friends to join us in and Taelore Thomas COLD SNAP celebrating our 20th an- were arrested on Jan. 6 niversary. We will have after the pair took multi- Area temperatures, Jan. 2-11 an open house on Jan. 21, ple spools of new copper from 5 to 7 p.m. Refresh- Date Low High wire from the construc- ments will be served. Jan. 2 28.46 51.31 tion site at Mayo CIA on Jan. 3 23.25 41.87 Jan. 5, according to Jan. 4 21.68 47.43 Lafayette County Sher- Jan. 5 23.88 43.80 Jan. 6 18.57 48.11 SEE COUPLE, PAGE 7A Jan. 7 18.30 58.08 Jan. 8 32.04 46.27 Jan. 9 22.36 37.75 Jan. 10 18.72 41.28 Jan. 11 14.52 48.88 For Kids 12 & Under Source: University of Florida Institute of Food and No Purchase Necessary TOP, ABOVE: Icy temperatures have persisted for 11 straight Agricultural Sciences (http://fawn.ifas.ufl.edu/data/). Must Present Coupon
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PAGE 2A ~ THE MAYO FREE PRESS, Mayo, FL THURSDAY, JANUARY 14, 2010 Heart Matters I am intrigued by tra- wonderful thing! My ty (not a line of superior- for?! All joking aside, Because Every Heart ditions and the histories family loves and appre- ity) in the home, as des- understanding that this Matters, Angie behind them. By defini- ciates this! ignated by God. The was a custom during Heart Matters is a week- tion a tradition is “an in- Because traditions Message Bible translates Paul’s day keeps us free ly column written by Angie herited, established or usually aren’t written verses 3 and 9 like this: from a legalistic ap- Land, Director of the Fam- customary pattern of down, their histories of- “In a marriage relation- proach that would ily Life Ministries of the thought, action or be- ten get lost. We may ship, there is authority “force” women to wear Lafayette Baptist Associa- havior; the handing continue to do them, from Christ to husband, head covering and men tion, where she teaches down of information, be- without knowing why. and from husband to to remove theirs, but I bible studies, leads mar- liefs and customs by For example, I have wife, by these symbolic love the history of this. riage and family confer- word of mouth or by ex- blown out candles on acts (of covering and un- My husband is a hat- ences and offers biblical ample from one genera- my cake every time I cel- covering the head) men wearer, whose Mama counseling to individuals, tion to another without ebrate my 29th birthday, and women, who far too taught him that it was couples and families. written instructions.” and have no idea why often butt heads with the respectful thing to do Contact Angie with ques- Some traditions that are that is so important, each other, submit their to remove his hat in a tions or comments at ang- familiar are blowing out what I do know is that “heads” to the Head: building, at the dinner [email protected] candles on your birth- lately it seems to take a God.” So when a man table or when a prayer is day, eating turkey on lot more air! takes his hat off, he is offered. As his wife, the Thanksgiving, and re- I was delighted recent- symbolically submitting passage in 1 Corinthians Seeds from the Sower 2 ceiving a watch at retire- ly to stumble across an his authority to God as is priceless to me, be- Abe Lincoln wasn’t a have two faces. They’re ment. Some are cultural, explanation in the Bible his head. In the same cause nothing brings me handsome man. He often saints abroad, but devils like cutting off a guy’s for a tradition that we way, a woman would more security or a will- joked about his homeli- at home; they’re fair shirttail for shooting, but still partially keep in our cover her head, to show ingness to submit to his ness. without, but foul within. missing a deer (it’s a culture. In 1 Corinthians her submission to her authority as the leader in Once, in a debate, Dou- You’ll find hypocrites shame thing). Even bet- 11, the Apostle Paul dis- husband’s authority un- our home, than to know glas, a rival, called him in commerce as well as in ter are those that are ex- cusses the origin of the der Christ. that he will turn around “two-faced.” church. But there’s one clusive to individual custom during his day of Before all you men and submit that authori- Lincoln turned to the place where you’ll not families, at our house I women wearing a head hound your wives, ty to Christ. So to all you crowd and said, “I leave find hypocrites - in heav- change the linens on our covering during wor- about wearing their husbands and dads who it to you. If I had two en. beds the day we leave ship, while men took head-coverings to are willing to be the faces, would I be wearing The Bible says, “The for a vacation so that our their hats off. This cus- church, what in the leaders in your family, this one?” hypocrites” hope shall first night back in our tom began as a way to world do you think that and submit to Christ, But there are some who perish.” own beds is an extra show the line of authori- half-inch of hairspray is hats off to you! First Assembly of God to hold three day meeting THE BURGER Mike Ryals, former pastor of First Assembly of God in Mayo will conduct a 3-day meeting in Mayo, January 21 - January 23, 2010. SHACK Services will be held nightly at 7 p.m. at the Mayo You want the most in-depth coverage, Now serving Community Center. Everyone is invited to join us for a time of refreshing and Spirit outpouring. the latest news and stories that touch home. Mexican Hot Dogs, We want to give it to you. 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AIRLINE BAPTIST CHURCH (SBC)...... 294-2676 Methodist Church NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH New Beginnings Church Pastor...... Chip Parker Phone: 386-294-1661 Pastor...... Rev. Charlie Walker Youth Pastor...... Orry Agner MAYO FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday Early Service...... 8:30 a.m. a place for you Sunday Located SE corner of Hwy. 27 & FL 51 Mayo Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. Pastor...... Wayne Hudson Sunday School...... 9:30 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Connie Steele Morning Worship...... 11:00 a.m. Phone Number...... 386-294-1244 Morning Worship...... 10:30 a.m. Discipleship Training...... 6:00 p.m. Evening Worship...... 6:30 p.m. Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. Evening Worship...... 7:00 p.m. [email protected] Wednesday Morning Worship...... 11:00 a.m. Wed. Visitation...... 5:00 p.m. Fellowship Supper...... 6:00 p.m. Evening Worship...... 6:00 p.m. Bible Study...... 7:00 p.m. Purpose Statement: AWANA & Bible Study...... 6:30 p.m. Mission Classes...... 7:00 p.m. New Beginnings exists to provide an environment Located Four Miles East of Mayo on Highway 27 Located Two Miles North of Mayo Off Highway 51 “O Come Let us Worship The Lord” Ps. 95:6 where People can discover and develop a passion for 571532-F “The Friendly Mayo Methodist” 571550-F “Come And Hear, All Ye That Fear God” Ps. 66:16 571574-F God that is Real, relevant, and relational. ALTON CHURCH OF GOD...... 294-3133 New Location: MAYO BAPTIST CHURCH...... (386)294-1020 PLEASANT GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH (SBC).294-1306 163 W. Main Street, Suite 500 Pastor...... Rev. Tim Hamm 916 N. Fletcher Ave. Service Schedule: Youth Pastor...... Chad Morrin Pastor: Brother Jimmy Legg Pastor...... Todd Babione Interim Music ...... Kathy Palamino Sun. Morning Worship...... 10:00 a.m. Music Director...... Blanche Perry Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. At New Beginnings there’s always “a place for you.” Sunday Schedule Worship Service...... 11:00 a.m. Children’s Pastor...... Ryan & Tiffany Perry Bible Study...... 9:45 A.M. www.newbeginningschurchmayo.com Sunday School...... 9:30-10:30 a.m. Worship Service...... 11:00 A.M. Wednesday Discipleship Training...... 7:00 p.m. 571584-F Worship Service/K.I.D.S. Church...... 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Sunday Night Service...... 6:00 P.M. Evening Training...... 6:00 p.m. Evening Worship...... 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Schedule Seven miles West of Mayo, Supper ...... 6:00 P.M. Ephesus Advent Family Night Youth Club Church...... 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Service & Youth & Children Meeting...... 7:00 P.M. left on CR 534 then right on 350A State Road 27 -- Jesus Saves -- Christian Church 571536-F [email protected] 571558-F 571580-F Pastor Bill Talley 963-5600 ~ 208-9626 BETHEL HOLY CHURCH...... 294-1932 MIDWAY BAPTIST CHURCH...... 935-4993 NEW HARMONY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH “Affiliated with Mt. Sinai Holy Churches of America Inc.” Pastor: Danny Rogers 160th St. Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. (Go south on 51 to 160th, turn right) Sunday School Service....9:45 a.m. Pastor...... Elder Carolyn Demps Worship Service...... 11:00 a.m. Pastor: Stan Posey Worship Service...... 11:00 a.m. Sunday School...... 11:00 a.m. Discipleship Training...... 5:00 p.m. Phone (386) 776-1806 Prayer Meeting...... 7:00 p.m. Worship Service...... 12:00 p.m. Evening Worship...... 6:00 p.m. SUNDAY 571599-F Prayer Meeting - Wednesday...... 7:00 p.m. Sunday Worship...... 9:30 am Thursday Bible Study...... 7:00 p.m. Bible Study...... 10:30 am Located on County Road 354 357 Pine Street “For If Ye Forgive Men Their Tresspasses Your Heavenly WEDNESDAY To Place “Membership means Discipleship” Women’s Bible Study...... 10:00 am 571541F Father Will Also Forgive You” Matt. 6:14 571563-F 571581-F
HATCHBEND APOSTOLIC CHURCH..935-2806 ST. MATTHEW’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH Hatch Bend Baptist Church Your Church Pastor Paul A. Coleman Contact Number in Mayo (386) 294-1839 935-0943 Pastor...... Rev. Steve Boyd Sr. Warden...... Eva Bolton Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. In Our Wednesday Service...... 7:30 p.m. Celebration of Holy Eucharist at 7:00 PM Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship...... 11:00 a.m. each Wednesday to be followed by light Sunday Evening...... 6:00 p.m.
571566-F Church Located 4 miles South on Hwy. 349, refreshments and Christian Education. Wednesday Evening...... 7:00 p.m. then left on CR 138, follow signs. Located One Block North of the Courthouse in Mayo. 3029 S.E. CR 500 571582-F 571547-F Directory, FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD...... 294-1811 Brewer Lake Baptist Church Sunday School...... 10:00 a.m. Off Hwy. 53 in Day, FL 386-294-1578 “We’re Going, Growing and Glowing for God” Call Nancy Worship Service...... 10:45 a.m. Sunday Sunday Kid’s Church...... 11:00 a.m. Sunday School...... 10 a.m. Evening Worship...... 6:00 p.m. Morning Worship...... 11 a.m. Training Union...... 6 p.m. at 386- Youth Impact...... 7:00 p.m. Evening Bible Study...... 7 p.m. WednesdayAdult Bible Study...... 7:00 p.m. Wednesday
Pastor: Rev. Kenny Sullivan 571548-F Children, Youth & Adult...... 7 p.m. Matt Swain, Pastor William Sircy, Youth 362-1734 Youth Pastor: Daryl Fletcher Visit us on the web at www.brewerlakebaptistchurch.com Located at 294 SE Mill Street, Mayo “Renewing Hope and Building Lives” “Come To Day...Come Today!” 571571-F To Place Your Church In Call Junk Joe Our Church Directory, Call $150 & Up Cash For Junk Vehicles Nancy at 386-362-1734 Will Remove any kind of scrap metal Free Pickup Call 386-867-1396 564097-F
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THURSDAY, JANUARY 14, 2010 THE MAYO FREE PRESS, Mayo, FL ~ PAGE 3A ANOTHER NEW YEAR IS BEGINNING LHS says THE ANNUAL OLD David H. Matier, Lord Jesus Adam. This is why you “Thank You” Doctor of Pastoral Christ. And if don’t have to teach a TIMERS’ REUNION Lafayette High Counseling you have you baby to say, “No.” It just (If you remember the free show, you’re an old timer) School staff would like “mailto:dmatier@ can say, based on comes naturally. Here is another excerpt from AS WE REMEMBER, to extend their sincere windstream.net” the Word of God, And then in verse 10 a book by the LHS 1943 graduating class which is appreciation for your “I know I have you’ll notice that you not this year’s door prize. In a paragraph about starting generous contributions All the presents eternal life.” - only have a propensity to school in Mayo, Roger Medlock writes: that helped make their have been But it is not be- sin but you’ve actually “I believe at that time I was in the sixth grade. I 3rd annual Christmas opened, the trash cause you are sinned. “If we say that wore the despicable corduroy knickers that party a huge success. has been picked up, the good; not because you we have not sinned, we squeaked when I walked and it was immediately as- A delicious meal was decorations have been have earned eternal life make him a liar, and his sumed that I was a sissy. I quickly found out that my provided, followed by taken down. The New in some way but it is be- word is not in us,” (I mode of dress did not in any way please my male the “Scottish gift Sex- Year’s parties are over cause Jesus Christ pur- John 1:10). Every Christ- classmates as I was addressed in a very negative change.” With cash and the family and chased your salvation ian sins and to say other- manner during recess. My uncles said I had to fight contributions or prod- friends have gone home with His blood on the wise is to make God a liar when I was attacked!! I did not relish getting uct donations gifts (or you have made it safe- cross. and show ignorance of punched in the nose or the interminable black eye!! I were purchased/pro- ly back to your home). Notice verses 8 and 10 His Word. This just sim- was wounded more than once. My father took me to vided for the staff. What now? Another year of chapter 1. Verse 8 ply magnifies the impor- ‘Hatfield’s Department Store’ where I obtained the Lafayette State Bank is beginning. Another reads, “If we say that we tance of being in touch necessary clothing to survive in!” Drummond Com- opportunity to make have no sin we deceive with God through His munity Bank something of your life; to ourselves, and the truth is Word and church atten- Please Join Us and Bring a Covered Dish LJ’s Steakhouse work on that dream; to not in us,” (I John 1:8). dance. Every Christian When: February 27, 2010 Thriftway get it all together. Here it is talking about man needs to set some Where: Mayo Community Center J&J Gas On the back of a coun- man’s old sin nature that personal goals as far as Time: Start Arriving About 11 A.M. W.R. Williams Dist. selor’s office door once you were born with - reading the Bible and B&B Auto hung a picture frame that something within prayer. Be a hero your Lillie’s Fashions with a quote that said, you that you have to fight son can look up to and by Mayo Hornet Hose “The saddest words in all the time in order to being faithful to God Be a star with the NFCC Hair Designs the English language: ‘I keep from doing the hopefully next year at Byrd’s Power Equip- wish I had done it differ- things that you know this time there will be less ment ently.’” He would tell his would be displeasing to incidents in your life for Sentinel Upstage Players! Farm Bureau clients to use that as a God and could eventual- which you’ll have to say, North Florida Com- the NFCC campus in springboard to think ly lead to your ruin. This “I wish I had done it dif- munity College invites Madison, Fla. No ad- about how they would you inherited from ferently.” the public to audition for vance preparations are act next time the situation Lafayette Babe Ruth the NFCC Sentinel Up- necessary, just show up presented itself rather baseball/softball stage Players’ spring ready to audition. Re- than an occasion to sit A Great Big Thank You! term production of “The hearsals for the play will and sulk about the mat- The Manna House lowing collection of registration and tryouts Iliad, the Odyssey and begin Feb. 1 and will be ter. And you have had would like to thank all Toys for Tots Lafayette Babe Ruth all of Greek Mythology held each Monday and some failure in the past of the people who par- Barbara’s Hair Salon - baseball/softball regis- in 99 Minutes or Less.” Wednesday until show year. Maybe you have ticipated in taking an- Patty Yopp (Nails) tration and tryouts will The hilarious comedy, time. Show dates are failed God and said to gels off the Angel tree Barbara’s Hair Salon - be on January 23, 2010 written by Jay Hopkins April 22-24, 2010. For yourself, “Why go on. and returning the gifts. Barbara Lancaster from 1 - 3 at the Edward and John Hunter, quick- those not seeking a spot He just couldn’t love me Also everyone who con- First Federal Bank Perry Sports Complex. ly spins all the tales of on the stage, there will anymore!” So you tributed money were McMillan Law Office Registration fee will be Greek Mythology – love also be opportunities to haven’t been back to wonderful supporters. Drummond Bank $60. After January 23rd a stories are turned into a help backstage. church. Your wife has to Every church who Agri-Metal Recycling late registration fee of dating show, the Greek For more information get up and take the chil- participated and the Mayo Cafe $10 will be added. For Tragedies are sports contact play director dren by herself while Ministerial Association Putnal Pine Straw more information con- highlights and the re- Denise Bell at (850) 973- your son asks her, “Why are also appreciated Central Florida Lands tact Monica Land @ 208- sults are hysterical. 9481 or email do I have to go, Daddy sponsors. A special & Timber 1218. Several male and fe- [email protected]. More in- doesn’t go?” So you’ve thanks to the employees Mayo Hardware male roles are available formation about the just quit serving Him. at Mayo Thriftway for Mayo Custom Cuts Lafayette Babe Ruth is for individuals ages 15 NFCC Sentinel Upstage You’ve quit leading your helping us gather up Sandy’s Country Curl also asking for anyone and older. Open audi- Players is also available family in devotions be- the gifts. Thanks to Ginger’s Smokehouse that is interested in tak- tions will be held on at www.nfcc.edu cause you don’t feel like Michele for letting us Town & Country Ani- ing pictures for the Monday, Jan. 25 at 7
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PAGE 4A ~ THE MAYO FREE PRESS, Mayo, FL THURSDAY, JANUARY 14, 2010 Lafayette Do You Have Questions residents make North Florida About Medicare? Community Do you have questions about Medicare or College Medicare/Medicaid, Supplemental Insurance, Part D Prescription Drug Plans, or Medicare Dean’s list Billings? If you do, come see SHINE, a volunteer North Florida Com- program with the Florida Department of Elder Af- munity College released fairs for one-on-one counseling. the Dean’s honor roll SHINE provides free, unbiased and confidential naming students with assistance. If you cannot come to a site or want to high academic achieve- know a site close to you, call the Elder Helpline at 1- Lafayette FFA Jr. and Sr. Officer Team with Mr. Chuck Dana, an employee of Morrissey ment for the fall 2009 800-262-2243. Dairy. term. Six Lafayette SHINE’s next site is on: Thurs, Jan 14, 1:30-3:30 County students are on p.m. Live Oak Public Library the Dean’s list. Fri, Jan 15, 10-Noon Branford Public Library Lafayette FFA Thanks Dean’s List: • Emily E. Dees • D. Hurst H1N1 Flu Vaccines Available to Enrolled Veterans Pfizer Animal Health and • Leigha L. Scott Flu season is still with the flu. It is important • Justin M. Starling us. In an effort to reduce for Veterans to get the Morrissey Dairy Supply! • Ashley M. Swinson the impact of the 2009 H1N1 flu shot, especial- • Hannalora M. H1N1 flu and connected ly those who might be Pfizer Animal Health Dairy Supply has chosen events like National FFA Williamson illness, eligible veterans pregnant, or have med- participates in an FFA to participate in this pro- Week, the Florida State Students earning a may obtain a flu vacci- ical conditions such as Support Program that gram this year and in Fair, the Suwannee Val- grade point average of nation at the Lake City asthma, chronic lung enables veterinarian, years past and the ley Youth Livestock 3.5 to 3.79 are eligible for VA Medical Center lo- disease, heart disease, deal and distributor Lafayette FFA has re- Show and Sale, as well as the Dean’s honor list. cated at 619 S. Marion diabetes, or weakened companies to contribute ceived the donation. the upcoming Annual Students must take at Avenue. immune systems.” He 1% of their product pur- This year, $859.00 was Lafayette FFA Banquet. least 12 credit hours dur- “This is an especially added, “Flu season is chases from July 1 to donated through the The chapters would ing the semester or, as challenging influenza still with us. Don’t let September 30, 2009 to program which will go like to show their deepest part-time students, com- season this year,” stated your guard down.” the local FFA Chapter of towards assisting the appreciation to Morris- plete a 12-credit hour Dr. Lew Radonovich, Flu vaccine is the best their choice. 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THURSDAY, JANUARY 14, 2010 THE MAYO FREE PRESS, Mayo, FL ~ PAGE 5A Tax Tips for Year- Relief with Florida’s Branford Camera Club The Branford Camera Club will meet at the Bran- End — Donations ‘Back to Work’ Program ford Public Library on Thursday, January 21. RE- “Dan G. Hazel, a Virginia tended drop site, keep a Local employers do not have to wait to hire work- MEMBER, our NEW STARTING TIME is 7 PM. This CPA” written record of the do- ers. Newly created jobs and employment of eligible month’s program will be on “Camera Basics,” the first nation that includes this jobseekers may qualify businesses for sorely needed of three workshops designed to get 2010 off to a quick Contributions are de- information, as well as assistance in meeting payroll. Florida Back to Work “Photographic” start! February’s program will cover ductible in the year the fair market value of will reimburse eligible new employees’ wages. This basic composition; and the March program will intro- made. Thus, donations the property at the time program can be accessed locally through Workforce duce participants to three areas of specialty photogra- charged to a credit card of the donation and the who is partnering with Agency for Workforce Inno- phy: portrait, nature, and pet/animal photos. Mem- before the end of 2009 method used to deter- vation (AWI), the Florida Department of Children bers can request mentors for other areas of specialty count for 2009. This is mine that value. and Families (DCF), and Workforce Florida, Inc photography such as kids, architecture, etc. true even if the credit The deduction for a (WFI). Private, non-profit and governmental em- “Camera Basics” will show you how to immediately card bill isn’t paid until motor vehicle, boat or ployers are all eligible for this program. By taking set up your camera and start taking pictures. Dick 2010. Also, checks count airplane donated to char- advantage of Back to Work, employers can increase Madden, a local retired professional photographer, for 2009 as long as they ity is usually limited to their staff without a significant increase in cost; put will introduce the program with a brief presentation to are mailed in 2009 and the gross proceeds from local residents back to work and money back into acquaint you with how a camera works, including an clear, shortly thereafter. its sale. This rule applies our local economy overview of how to do the initial setup. Other Camera Be sure that the organi- if the claimed value is Workforce assists jobseekers and employers in Club members will then help each of you become fa- zation is qualified. Only more than $500. Form Hamilton, Jefferson, Lafayette, Madison, Suwannee miliar (or more familiar) with your own camera. Bring donations to qualified 1098-C, or a similar state- and Taylor Counties. Guidelines for this program your camera and instruction manual with you!!! organizations are tax-de- ment, must be provided are available on Aiwa’s website ( HYPERLINK The Branford Camera Club is open to all area resi- ductible. IRS Publication to the donor by the orga- “http://www.floridajobs.org/workforce/back- dents. Our membership includes folks with a range of 78, available online and nization and attached to towork/” or by calling the Workforce office at 866- experience, film or digital, from novice to professional. at many public libraries, the donor’s tax return. 212-9618 or 973-2672. Employers with one job open- There are no membership dues; only an interest in lists most organizations If the amount of a tax- ing or several job openings are encouraged to apply. photography is required. The group meets at the Bran- that are qualified to re- payer’s deduction for all Subsidized positions may be funded through Sep- ford Public Library on the 3rd Thursday of each ceive deductible contri- noncash contributions is tember 30th, 2010. The subsidized position must be month, with two exceptions. We have no meeting in butions. The searchable over $500, a properly- a permanent job and the employer must have the in- August, and our December meeting is held on the 2nd online version can be completed Form 8283 tention of retaining employees with a satisfactory job Thursday to accommodate the busy Holiday season. found at IRS.gov under must be submitted with performance. Workforce would like to receive em- For more information, please call one of the follow- Search for Charities. In the tax return. ployer requests prior to January 14th, 2010. ing: addition, churches, syna- If you have a specific “Our local employers are all too familiar with the Carolyn Hogue, Program Chair, 386-935-2044 gogues, temples, question regarding this unemployment rate that has been hovering around Dick Bryant, Technical Consultant, 386-935-1977 mosques and govern- article, as a public ser- 11% for Florida and even higher in some of our Dick Madden, Technical Consultant, 386-935-0296 ment agencies are eligi- vice, and at no cost to North Florida Counties,” Sheryl Rehberg, Executive Skip Weigel, Technical Consultant, 386-935-1382 ble to receive deductible you, I invite you to call Director of North Florida Workforce Development Thanks, donations, even if they me with your question. Board, said. Carolyn Hogue are not listed in Publica- In addition, I am happy Program Chair tion 78. to give a second opinion [email protected] For individuals, only on your previously pre- 386-935-2044 taxpayers who itemize pared tax return done by Samford University their deductions on a paid preparer at no graduates 227 seniors Silviculture BMPs for Form 1040 Schedule A charge. Samford University graduated 227 seniors Winter Forestry Operations can claim deductions for This column is offered from 19 states and four foreign countries during Timber managers sary for protecting the charitable contributions. as a public service with Fall commencement, Dec. 12. Dr. Freida H. Hill, This deduction is not the understanding that across the State are hap- State’s water quality a 1973 honor graduate of Samford who became py to see the cold weath- during all bonafide on- available to individuals each person’s tax situa- chancellor of the Alabama Community College who choose the standard tion is different; that you er move in. Why? Be- going forestry opera- System Dec. 1, was the speaker. cause, the cold tempera- tions. They represent a deduction, including should consult your Samford enrolls 4,658 students from 39 states anyone who files a short CPA before taking any tures cause pine planta- balance between overall and 19 countries. It offers programs in schools of tions to go dormant and natural resource protec- form (Form 1040A or action based upon com- the arts, arts and sciences, business, divinity, ed- 1040EZ). A taxpayer will ments made in this arti- this is important be- tion and forest utiliza- ucation and professional studies, law, nursing cause dormant trees are tion. However Silvicul- have a tax savings only if cle. Thank you for your and pharmacy. the total itemized deduc- interest in reading my less likely to suffer dam- ture Best Management age during winter pre- Practices are not applic- tions (mortgage interest, tax column. Local graduates: charitable contributions, Call me and I will be scribed burning and able on timber harvest- state and local taxes, etc.) happy to explain my stand thinning. Winter ing activities for any Eric Stephen Linto, Master of Divinity, Live prescribed burning is of- purposes other than on- exceed the standard de- “CPA Quality Tax Oak. duction. Use the 2009 Preparation at H&R ten routinely conducted going forestry, such as in pine plantations to re- land clearing for pasture Form 1040 Schedule A to Block Rates”™, my Colby L. Hooper, Bachelor of Science, Mayo. determine whether item- many discounts includ- duce dangerous fuel establishment, develop- izing is better than claim- ing the Virtual Tax Office loads which could dam- ment, etc. ing the standard deduc- eMail-Order Tax Return age or even kill valuable Silviculture Best Man- tion. Discount of $50 and how Government officials trees if they burn during agement Practices pro- For all donations of you can, in general, min- a spring wildfire when tect the State’s natural property, including imize your tax prepara- Directory the pines are actively resources from the clothing and household tion fees regardless of growing. It is also a pop- degradation and sedi- items, get from the chari- who prepares your tax Keep up with what goes on in our government and ular time to conduct mentation that can ty, if possible, a receipt returns. To read previ- voice your opinion! thinning harvests be- sometimes occur during that includes the name of ously published tax arti- cause there is less forestry operations. the charity, date of the cles go to www.dang- Allen Boyd, Congressman chance of residual They also help to pro- contribution, and a rea- hazel.com. You can con- Washington office: stands suffering from vide shelter and food for sonably-detailed de- tact me at info@dang- 1227 Longworth House Office Bldg. stress damage. Winter aquatic organisms as scription of the donated hazel.com or call me at Washington, DC 20515 also ushers in the annual well as many wildlife property. If a donation is 305-451-4224 or 540-825- Phone: 202-225-5235 planting season for pine and plant species. Silvi- left at a charity’s unat- 2771. Fax: 202-225-5615 plantations. The culture BMPs should be seedlings suffer less applied on all bonafide Bill Nelson, Senator stress when they are ongoing forestry opera- 716 Senate Hart Bldg. planted in winter and tions, especially those in Lafayette County Schools Washington, DC 20510 spring root growth pre- close proximity to wa- Holidays and Exams Phone: 202-224-5274 pares them for summer terbodies, wetlands, and Fax: 202-228-2183 droughts. sinkholes. Lafayette District Schools will be closed on No matter what type For more information Monday, January 18, 2010 in observance of Mar- George Lemieux Senator of ongoing forestry op- on Silviculture Best tin Luther King Day. 356 Russell Senate Off. Bldg. erations you are con- Management Practices Semester Exams at Lafayette High School will Washington, DC 20510 ducting this winter, it is or to get free assistance be on Wednesday, January 20, 2010 and on Phone: 202-224-3041 important that you im- implementing Silvicul- Thursday, January 21, 2010. On these days stu- Fax: 202-228-5171 plement the appropriate ture Best Management dents will be released early at 1 p.m. Silviculture Best Man- Practices on your prop- There will be no school for students at Rep. Ander Crenshaw agement Practices erty call Robin Holland, Lafayette District Schools on Friday, January 22, 440 Cannon House Off. Bldg. (BMPs). Silviculture Best Silviculture BMP 2010 due to a Teacher Records Day. Washington, DC 20515 Management Practices Forester with the Florida There will be no school for students at Phone: 202-225-5744 are considered the mini- Division of Forestry at Lafayette District Schools on Monday, January Fax: 202-225-3973 mum standards neces- 352-732-1273. 25, 2010 due to a Professional Development Day. Rep. Cliff Stearns 2370 Rayburn House Office Bldg. EARNHARDT & SONS Trouble hearing over the phone? 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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT VII. ITEMS FOR INFORMATION TER CONSIDERED AT SUCH MEETING Mayo Legals Health Resources and OF THE THIRD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT PUBLIC NOTICE A. Transportation Report WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PRO- Services Administration OF FLORIDA, IN AND FOR B. Principal's Monthly Financial Report on CEEDINGS, AND THAT, FOR SUCH NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF FINDING LAFAYETTE COUNTY SRWMD/R. O. Ranch Board Internal Funds PURPOSE, HE OR SHE MAY NEED TO IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT CIVIL DIVISION of Directors Meeting C. Purchase Orders INSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD IN AND FOR LAFAYETTE The Proposed Mayo Medical Center CASE NO. 09-169-CA D. Financial Statement OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, COUNTY, FLORIDA Mayo, Florida On Friday, January 15, 2010, the R. O. WHICH RECORD INCLUDES THE TES- THIRD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Ranch Board of Directors will meet with ANY PERSON WHO DECIDES TO AP- TIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON CIRCUIT CIVIL NO. 2009-CA-126 In accordance with the National Environ- the Florida Parks Service at 10:00 a.m. at PEAL ANY DECISION MADE BY THE WHICH THE APPEAL IS TO BE BASED. mental Policy Act, the Council on Environ- Plaintiff, the R. O. Ranch, Inc., Morgan Field Sta- BOARD WITH RESPECT TO ANY MAT- 1/14 RALPH COGAN and mental Quality regulations for implement- tion Office, Cooks Hammock, Florida. ALICE COGAN, his wife, ing NEPA (44 CFR Parts 1500 through vs. The meeting is to discuss the develop- 1508) and the HHS General Administra- ment of equestrian facilities on Suwannee Plaintiffs, tion Manual Part 30 Environmental Pro- RICHARD D. BEASEY A/K/A River Water Management District proper- tection (February 25, 2000), HRSA has RICHARD D. BEASEY II, et al ties. All meetings, workshops, vs. determined that the proposed new Mayo and hearings are open to the public. Are you concerned Medical Center will have no significant ad- Defendants. 1/14 ROBERT E. JOHNSON, JR., DAVID E. verse impact on the quality of the human JOHNSON and THOMAS MAIER, et al. environment. As a result of this FONSI, NOTICE OF ACTION NOTICE an Environmental Impact Statement will CHANGE OF DATE FOR SCHOOL Defendants. where our country not be prepared. TO: BOARD MEETING RICHARD D. BEASEY A/K/A NOTICE OF ACTION The Health Resources and Services Ad- RICHARD D. BEASEY II The Lafayette County School Board will ministration (HRSA) of the Department of CURRENT RESIDENCE UNKNOWN hold their regular monthly meeting on To: is going? Health and Human Services (HHS) pro- LAST KNOWN ADDRESS Thursday, January 21, 2010 beginning at Robert E. Johnson, Jr., vides discretionary grant and cooperative 13200 LAKE MARY RD 6:00 p.m. Meetings are held in the School P.O. Box 510, agreement awards to support health cen- ORLANDO, FL 32832 Board Administration Building. The public Are you concerned will be Bob Root from Lenardtown, MD 20650 ters expand their capacity to provide pri- is invited to attend. about where our coun- the Fire Fifty Organiza- mary and preventive health care services You are notified that an action for Foreclo- 1/14 David E. Johnson, to medically underserved populations na- sure of Mortgage covering the following try is going, i.e. budget tion. This is a novel idea P.O. Box 515, tionwide. property in Lafayette County, Florida: Spring City, UT 84662-0515 AGENDA deficits, loss of free- designed to bring posi- LAFAYETTE COUNTY SCHOOL The North Florida Medical Centers, Inc. of LOT 33, FOREST GLADES SUBDIVI- BOARD doms, etc. etc.? Do you tive changes in our Con- Thomas Maier, deceased Tallahassee, Florida, has applied for a SION UNIT 2, ACCORDING TO MAP OR REGULAR MEETING, grant under the CIP initiative. The appli- PLAT THEREOF FILED IN PLAT BOOK worry about how this is gress. We will also have and all other unknown parties claiming by, JANUARY 21, 2010 TIME 6:00 P.M. cant proposes to use CIP funds for the A, PAGE 64, OF THE PUBLIC through, under and against the above construction of a new 7500 square foot going to affect your chil- discussion on the areas RECORDS OF LAFAYETTE COUNTY, Regular School Board meeting, January named defendants who are not known to medical center in Mayo, Florida, to im- FLORIDA. 21, 2010 in the School Board Administra- dren and grandchil- and issues that our be dead or alive, whether said unknown prove access to quality healthcare to the parties may claim an interest as spouses, tion Building beginning at 6:00 p.m. underserved and to increase stakeholder commonly known as S E RIVER DRIVE, dren? Join the North members want to work heirs, devisees, grantees or other value in a quality work environment. The BRANFORD, FL 32088 has been filed claimants whomsoever having or claiming I. CALL TO ORDER Central Florida 9-12 on in the coming year. applicant has submitted an Environmental against you and you are required to serve to have any right, tile or interest in and to Assessment (EA) that documents impacts a copy of your written defenses, if any, to Project at 7 p.m. on Jan- Find a way to become the following described real property in- II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of the proposed action. This EA is incor- it, on Allison J Brandt of ass, Shuler, terests in Lafayette County, Florida, to wit: porated by reference into the FONSI. uary 21, 2010 at the part of the solution in- Solomon, Spector, Foyle & Singer, P.A., III. RECOGNITIONS/PRESENTATION plaintiff's attorney, whose address is P.O. The East 1/2 of Lot 19, Suwannee River A. Student of the Month Vineyard Church locat- stead of just complain- Additional project information is contained Box 800, Tampa, Florida 3361, (813)229- Country, according to the map or plat in the Environmental Assessment for this 0900, on or before 2/5/10, (or 30 days ed on 41 South, across ing about the problems! thereof, as recorded in Plat Book A, page IV. CITIZEN INPUT project, which is on file at the following ad- from the first date of publication, which 35, of the Public Records of Lafayette dress for public examination upon request ever is later) and file the original with the from the Honda Dealer- For more information, County, Florida. V. CONSENT ITEMS between the hours of Monday, Tuesday, Clerk of this Court either before service ship. go to our website: Wednesday and Friday – 8:30 am to 5:30 on the Plaintiff's attorney or immediately YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to A. Personnel: pm, Thursday – 8:30 am to 6:00 pm. thereafter; otherwise, a default will be en- We are working hard www.northcentralflori- quiet title to the above real property in (1) Recommendations- tered against you for the relief demanded Instructional Non-Instructional Lafayette County, Florida, has been filed Lafayette County Public Library to identify and find so- da912project.org or call: in the Complaint. (2) Approve request for against you and you are required to serve Post Office Box 418 a copy of your written defenses to it, if “illness in the line of duty” leave lutions to the problems John Lacquey 386-935- 120 NE Crawford Street Dated: 12/30, 2009 any, on the Plaintiff’s attorney, whose Mayo, FL 32066 B. Approve requests for Garrett DuBose to facing our country to- 1705 or Sharon Higgins, name and address is: H. Michael Evans, Attn: Cindy Tysall, Library Manager SEAL attend school in Lafayette County for the Esquire at 20702 W Pennsylvania Av- Phone: (386) 294-1021 day. Our guest speaker 386-935-0821. enue, Dunnellon, FL 34431, and file the remainder of the 2009-2010 school year Ricky Lyons original with the clerk of this court on or No further environmental review of this CLERK OF THE COURT before January 15, 2010 otherwise, a VI. ACTION ITEMS project is proposed prior to final approval Honorable Ricky Lyons judgment may be entered against you for from HRSA. P.O. Box 88 the relief demanded in the Complaint. A. Approve fundraising request submitted Mayo, Florida 32066 by 6th Grade Class and Drama Class - Public Comments Dinner Theater, May 10, 2010, 6:00 p.m. 1-year-old among the Witness my hand and seal of this Court Any individual, group, or agency disagree- By: Hannah Owens on this 9th day of December, 2009. in LHS Cafetorium ing with this determination or wishing to Deputy Clerk comment on these projects may submit Rick Lyons B. Approve Race to the Top - Memoran- written comments to the North Florida If you are a person with a disability who Clerk of Court, dum of Understanding Medical Centers, Inc., Attn: Jeff Lawson, needs any accommodation in order to injured in crash PRIVATE Lafayette County Business Development and Recruitment participate in this proceeding, you are en- C. Approve trips: (1) Varsity Girls Basket- P.O. Box 88 Director, 535 John Knox Road, Tallahas- titled, at no cost to you, to the provision of ball Team to participate in MLK, Jr. Classic Continued From Page 1A Ducksworth vehicle Mayo, FL 32066 see, Florida 32303. certain assistance. Please contact David in Winterhaven, FL, Jan. 15-16, 2010 (2) were all listed in good N. Berrien, Leon County Courthouse, Tal- BY: Hannah Owens Senior Class - Grade Nite in Orlando, FL, HRSA will consider all comments received lahassee, Florida 32301 (850)488-1357 As Deputy Clerk April 16-17, 2010 ports show Hendrick condition at Shands UF within 15 days of this “Notice” prior to final within 2 working days of your receipt of 12/ 24, 31 1/7, 14 approval from HRSA. was charged with fail- Wednesday. Hendrick this notice; if you are hearing or voice im- D. Approve bills for payment 1/ 14, 21 paired, call 1-800-955-8771. ure to wear a seat belt. was no longer listed as 1/14, 21 E. Approve budget amendments The occupants of the a patient there. REGISTER NOW! Early Childhood Education Program LAFAYETTE COUNTY ARREST RECORD Earn Your CDA Today! JANUARY 6, 2010 JANUARY 6, 2010 WEAPON) Day & Evening Clasess BRANDON INGRAM TAELOR THOMAS JANUARY 10, 2010 ARRESTING OFFI- Classes starting January 21st 289 SW TAYLOR 289 TAYLO AVENUE STEPHEN CARTER CER - J. 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Continued From Page 1A puts the healthcare sys- sometime before Febru- efficient companies can ticularly after Boyd’s make use of existing city, tem in the red. We’ve ary. sell their permits to the vote against the health county and geographical person to bear. got to find a solution to Boyd wouldn’t rule less efficient, thus allow- care reform bill — it’s no boundaries.” “About 17 percent of deal with the problem out the possibility that ing the free market to secret that one key to Boyd expressed a sim- nearly every person’s as it is now,” Boyd said. the final draft would aid in reducing emis- victory for Boyd is visi- ilar sentiment on the salary is spent on health- Back in November, he meet with his approval. sions. bility. Blue Dog Coalition Web care. Just 15 years ago, released a statement “I don’t think it’s out It’s a controversial “I aim to stay out in site back in July. that number was 8 per- saying: “My vote of reach, but we’ve got stand for many, but the district,” he said. “Redrawing congres- cent,” he said. “We’ve against H.R. 3962, the to work on the cost Boyd stands by his vote. Boyd also spoke about sional district maps for got to find a way to cut House’s first attempt at side,” Boyd said. He said true environ- the possible future con- political gain divides out the waste and elimi- the healthcare bill, is The conversation mental change requires figuration of that dis- communities, polarizes nate Medicare fraud.” not a vote against re- quickly shifted from an economic incentive. trict. voters along partisan He likened an ideal sponsible reform. health care to energy as “We have to influence Every ten years, after lines and silences the system to the way in Rather, it is a signal that Boyd addressed his vote people through the tax the census, state legisla- constituency,” he wrote. which medical treat- our work in Congress is in favor of cap and trade code to change their be- tures redraw the bound- “Congressional districts ment was handled in the not yet complete.” legislation last June. havior,” he said. aries of congressional should represent com- past. Tuesday, he said, “the Under cap and trade, a The bill passed in the and state legislative dis- munities of interest “It’s no different than solution is to create a limit, or cap, would be House, but the Senate tricts. without regard to party how folks would pay for system that renders ser- placed on emissions of has not yet taken up the However, some think affiliation so that the in-home doctors’ visits, vices that people can af- greenhouse gases such matter. the system has broken American people can be but that was in a time ford with premiums as carbon dioxide. It’s Boyd also addressed down, producing truly and effectively rep- before the big insurance they can pay, and when thought that some com- his reelection bid, specif- bizarrely shaped dis- resented.” companies were thrown folks are able to pay, it panies will find ways to ically his decision to tricts that put folks with At the end of the day, into the equation,” he eliminates the constant become more efficient start running campaign few common interests in Boyd remains optimistic said. cycle of unpaid care for and emit less of these ads last fall. the same voting bloc. about Florida’s future “The problem is that treatment.” gases. Others will wish “It’s expected to be a A group called Fair and his own. people are constantly The final version of to exceed the limits of tough race,” he said. Districts Florida says it He leaned forward, rendered services that the health care bill is ex- their permits. Though some early wants to change that, pulled his Congressional they cannot afford. pected to come before That’s where the polls have favored Al and Boyd’s all for it. Un- voting card from his Those unpaid services the House and Senate “trade” part of cap and Lawson, a state senator der a proposed state con- pocket, and pointed at are what continually conference committee trade kicks in: The more from Tallahassee — par- stitutional amendment, the title just above his districts would have to name. be “contiguous ... com- “This seat doesn’t be- Couple charged pact, as equal in popula- long to a person, it be- Wintry streak is tion as feasible, and longs to the folks,” he where feasible must smiled. in copper thefts worst in years at prison annex Continued From Page 1A have brought arctic air mass- Lafayette VFD Continued From Page 1A es,” Zierden told the Free Freeze warnings have been Press. “There has been a pat- says thanks iff’s Office. issued nearly every night since tern of persistent troughing After taking the wire from the New Year’s weekend, but the since the first of January.” Continued From Page 1A contributions of every- site, Ingram and Thomas allegedly worst may soon be behind us. Zierden said the front that one who donated, we drove to a wooded area and hid The National Weather Service brings the rain may break up Sandy’s Country Curl were able to pack these their vehicle for the evening. Re- says tonight’s night’s low will that pattern. Darryl and Esther boxes for your unrelent- turning the following morning, the be 37, followed by 49 Friday. The current cold snap is the Springer ing kindness, as again, suspects drove to another location The warmer weather could longest since 1989 when freez- J&J Gas without YOU there and began burning the plastic be accompanied by rain, ing temperatures lasted for Baughn and Linda would be no US. On be- coating from the wire when they which often means a drop in two weeks. In January 1985, a Holloway half of the Lafayette were apprehended by authorities, the mercury. However, Flori- severe freeze in northern and Subs N More County Volunteer Fire according to a sheriff’s report. da State University climatolo- central Florida resulted in Tim Walker Department we would Authorities say the couple has gist David Zierden said the about $1.2 billion in damage to Sheriff Bryan Lamb like to wish each and been engaged in the theft of copper consensus among his col- the citrus industry, according Two Sisters BBQ everyone a very happy, wire for several months. They al- leagues is that warmer tem- to the National Oceanic and healthy and safe holiday legedly sold the stolen wire to peratures will return next Atmospheric Administration’s On Monday, Dec. 14, season. scrap yards. Both Ingram and week. National Environmental, 2009, 25 boxes were Chief William Robinson Thomas have been charged with “The cold snap is the result Satellite, Data, and Informa- mailed to a military unit Lafayette County burglary, grand theft and dealing of a series of cold fronts that tion Service. in Afghanistan for Volunteer Fire in stolen property, reports show. Christmas. Through the Department
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PAGE 8A ~ THE MAYO FREE PRESS, Mayo, FL THURSDAY, JANUARY 14, 2010 JOY TO THE WORLD SAFE SCHOOLS HEALTHY STUDENTS LHS PREVENTION CLASSES
Kindergarten students with the cards and candy given to them by the Prevention Students
Submitted by: Sherrie Harrell pleased to be visited and graced with gifts of socks (donated by Little Each year Sherrie Harrell, Preven- Galilee Holiness Church) and cards tion Specialist for Lafayette School with mints from the students. Carols District, challenges her 8th grade stu- rang through the hallways and corri- dents to give of themselves. This dors as the students sang songs of year’s class brought joy to a small but Christmas cheer. The singing even very significant part of the world on aroused some singing from residents Monday, December 14, 2009. The and even a dance of joy. The Learn- community service project, designed ing Corner also received a visit that to open their minds and hearts to the included a Christmas story, song, and needs of others during the holiday cards. season, took them on a trip around This was a day the students nor our Mayo community putting smiles those graced with their presence will on many faces and in many hearts. not soon forget. So many are only fo- Those in attendance were: Ana Sil- cused on their needs and desires and va, Lakaesha Martin, Luis Arreguin, many are focused on the economy. Michael Cooley, Taylor Fain, Siara There is a gift that is so easy to give Kelm, Lindsey Efird, Alyssa Clay, Dy- and means so very much, that is the lan Clingan, Brooke Walker, Dustin gift of love. Simply taking the time to Bethea, Holly Lents, Porcha Sherrell, share a smile and lend a helping hand 8th grade Prevention students pose with a resident of Lafayette Healthcare Dustin Hart, Savanna Hamlin, and can mean so much. Sydney Barry. Special thanks goes to Special Thanks to Robin Smith and Robin Smith and April Young for April Young for helping to chaperone helping to chaperone the trip. the trip. The morning began with a visit to For more information about the Lafayette Elementary School with the Safe Schools Healthy Students (SSHS) 8th grade students reading Christmas Initiative, please contact Becky stories to each of the 4 kindergarten Sharpe, Project Director of SSHS at classes and handing out cards to each 386-294-1417 or by email student. From there, the group jour- at”mailto:[email protected]” neyed on to the Manna House to The SSHS Partnership meets at 9:30 leave donations of toys and food. The a.m. on the second Tuesday of each residents of Hands of Grace Assisted month in the SSHS Conference Room. Living, OakRidge Assisted Living, Parent and community members are and Lafayette Healthcare were encouraged to attend.
8th grade Prevention students read to Kindergarten students at LES.
Students pose with resident of Lafayette Healthcare
Students visiting with residents of OakRidge Prevention class posing in front of OakRidge Assisted Living
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