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Thursday, August 7, 2014 Vol 32 No. 39 75 cents Police: Pair nabbed for drugs One suspect tells Riverland News cannabis was for medicinal use JEFF BRYAN parking lot of the Marathon large quantity of marijuana to explain his quandary to the Service Station along U.S. 41, they found in his possession. Riverland News. Riverland News Benjamin “Ben” Tyler di- “I ain’t telling you (exple- “It’s for medicinal use Sitting in the rear of a Mar- rected a profanity-laced tive),” Tyler told Officer Mike man,” he said about the 5.5 ion County Sheriff ’s Office tirade at law enforcement au- Anger of the Dunnellon Police pounds of packaged cannabis patrol cruiser Friday morn- thorities after the 41-year-old Department post-Miranda. as well as other drug Benjamin Wilbert ing, wrists bound together in Dunnellon resident refused to But when Tyler spotted a “Ben” Tyler Gaines a pair of handcuffs in the speak with officials about the news reporter, he was eager See DRUGS page 3

WHAT’S HAPPENING Lawyer Qualifying dates set for candidates seeks The qualifying period for those interested in seeking a to have seat on the Dunnellon Local teens garner accolades at Girls, Boys State City Council will be from noon Aug. 18 to lawsuit noon Aug. 22. Candidates must pay a $63 qualifying fee. tossed Those interested in seeking election to a seat may pick up a City will have packet at City Hall. Three seats will be its say in court up for grabs, including Seat No. 2 (Dennis Riverland News Evans); Seat No. 3 Rainbow Springs (Lynne McAndrew); residents, through and Seat No. 4 (Erik their attorney, pre- Collop). The qualify- sented their case in ing period opens at January as to why the noon Aug. 18 and ends city’s interpretation of at noon. Aug. 22. The Florida Statute 180 to general election will implement a 25 per- be Tuesday, Nov. 4. All cent surcharge on three seats carry a Rainbow four-year term. Springs’ Hot Summer Nights utility scheduled Aug. 16 customers The Historic Shops was of Dunnellon will wrong. host Hot Summer Almost Nights from 6 to 9 Virginia eight p.m. Saturday, Aug. Cassady months 16, in the Historic later, District. they’re There will be live still wait- music by The Dane ing for a Myers Band and ruling Tropic Haze as well Special to the Riverland News from as a classic car show. Olana Osborne, center, shown walking through the Arlington National Cemetery, was one of 98 Judge In addition, there will young women from Girls State program to go to Girls Nation, a national government training Steven be food vendors and program. Osborne was selected to represent American Legion Post No. 58 at Girls State by Rogers. two beer gardens. Ralf the Post No. 58 Auxiliary Girls State committee. Brookes The Admission is free. city will For information, get its chance at 10 call 489-0999 or visit Osborne first Dunnellon girl selected to attend Girls Nation a.m. Friday morning to www.Dunnellon defend its actions for HistoricVillage.com. JEFF BRYAN “The girls all asked implementing a 25 Educator springs Riverland News me if I was going,” Os- percent surcharge awareness program borne recalled. “They based on Florida One teenager has al- didn’t even want to try Rainbow River Statute 180 after pur- ready accomplished because they knew I Conservation Inc. chasing the previously many things in her wanted to be a will sponsor “Springs privately owned and young life and has now lawyer.” Awareness for Educa- operated system in achieved the distinc- Eventually, the list tors” from 3 to 6 p.m. December 2011, when tion of becoming the of 14 was whittled Thursday, Aug. 14, at City Attorney Virginia first girl in Dunnellon down to three and Rainbow Springs Cassady will present to attend the American each student had to State Park. the city’s motion for Legion Post 58 Auxil- write a 100-word essay All Marion County iary Girls State and partial summary judg- educators can earn about women in gov- ment. In addition, the Girls Nation. ernment. Master In-Service Olana Osborne was city’s motion, filed in Points for atten- “I wrote how women April, is asking Judge chosen from among are often unrecog- dance. Presentations 300 young women from Rogers to dismiss the will be given by nized as strong leaders class-action lawsuit Girls State program to Special to the Riverland News Florida Springs Insti- in the government,” filed two years ago. go to Girls Nation, a Olana Osborne, second from the left, was one of she said. “But a new tute and Southwest national government Cassady’s filing could four young women at Girls Nation chosen to help generation is coming.” mean both parties will Florida Water Man- training program. This lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at The papers were have to wait long for a agement District and prestigious program Arlington National Cemetary. free teaching re- read and the girls ruling, as the civil court was started in 1937 by were interviewed by sources will be the American Legion The past few months Girls State. DHS Prin- judge has frequently available. the American Legion shown a tendency not Auxiliary to teach of whirlwind activity cipal Ken McAteer, as- Post No. 58 Auxiliary For information, young women respon- started when 14 girls sistant principal to issue immediate rul- email Jacque.Ballas Girls State chair- ings. sible citizenship, love were called to the Stephen Ayres and a woman Ellie Pollack @marion.k12.fl.us. for God and country front office of Dunnel- few teachers helped In January, Ralf and Sandy Taylor. Brookes, who repre- and learn how their lon High School (DHS) compose the list of the After the interviews, state and local govern- and were told there students called to the sents Louis Benza’s class-action lawsuit ments operate. was one sponsor for office. See MARK page 14 against the city regarding its interpretation of Florida Statute 180, asked Judge Rogers to require officials to im- Thomas earns $50K scholarship at Boys State mediately drop the surcharge. AUGIE SALZER graph about myself, my grade In his argument, For the Riverland News point average and test scores.” Brookes maintained His undertaking resulted in the city is not fully in- A little initiative, curiosity an offer of an academic schol- terpreting the statute and some effort resulted in a arship, which he can use to correctly. Dunnellon young man obtaining major in biomedical engineer- “It’s unconstitutional, a $50,000 scholarship to Florida ing. He had this wonderful op- it lacks any rational A&M University. portunity because of the basis,” he told Judge William “Will” Thomas de- Dunnellon American Legion Rogers regarding the cided to take a tour of FAMU Post No. 58. city’s implementation during his free time while he Thomas was one of 11 boys of the surcharge. “The was attending the American Le- See THOMAS page 11 burden shifts to the de- gion Boys State program in fendants to see what Tallahassee. With a little initiative, curiosity and (reason) they have to “We had about three or four some effort Dunnellon High’s WIll implement the sur- hours of free time,” Thomas Thomas obtained a $50,000 schol- charge. It’s a material said. “I went on the FAMU tour. arship to Florida A&M University. fact.” They had me write a short para- JULIE MANCINI/For the Riverland News Cassady objected, See LAWSUIT page 13 2 Riverland News, Thursday, August 7, 2014

CHAMBER CHAT Country Quilters assist Girl Scout project Plans underway for Jazz Up Dunnellon azz Up Dunnellon And don’t forget to is just around the check out our awesome J corner, as the Dun- Chamber breakfast at nellon Area Chamber of 7:30 a.m. the second Commerce will Thursday host the annual monthly at Bent- Mardi Gras-style ley’s restaurant. music festival Don, as always, from 5 to 9 p.m. puts out a fantas- Saturday, Oct. tic buffet style 11. breakfast, with a Jazz Up Dun- mouth-watering nellon is hosted variety of break- by the Chamber Viola Soffe fast items to of Commerce and choose from. The sponsored by many fine cost is $8 and includes businesses of Dunnellon. tax and tip. The noted As the years have gone speaker for August will by, we have seen the be City Manager Eddie Special to the Riverland News streets fill with people, a Esch, who will speak Country Quilters of Dunnellon is a group of completed 16 quilts to add to her project goal. lot of music and awe- about several topics and women who love to quilt, share knowledge and Country Quilters of Dunnellon meets at 12:30 some food. answer questions. give back to the community by making and do- p.m. Mondays at the Friendship Hall of the First Jazz Up Dunnellon The Chamber has also nating quilts. The club was established 10 years United Methodist Church on State Road 40 in will encompass both been speaking with the ago and is still going strong. As one of its many Dunnellon. A major focus is making many chil- East and West Pennsyl- Ocala/Marion Chamber endeavors the group has been assisting Emily dren’s quilts each Christmas for children at vania Avenues. Come & Economic Partnership Woolf, from Ocala Girl Scout Troop No. 172. Woolf Romeo Elementary School. Pillow cases are made and stroll down both (CEP) to get closer to is working on her “gold award.” The gold award is for the children in the cancer unit at Shands Hos- sides of the streets and finding what its the highest honor a Girl Scout can earn. She was pital. Quilts of Valor, for injured service men and visit the Chamber bever- expectations from seeking help to learn basic quilting skills while women, is another yearly project the group par- the Chamber. age booths, sample completing her project of donating quilts to ticipates in. From left, are, Kathleen Cap, Emily CEP is working on Cajun/Creole-inspired Hospice of Marion County. 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The cleaner and bit victim told au- a man numer- thorities a simi- ous times, a lar story, Dunnellon Po- advising after lice Depart- the previous of- ment arrest ficer left, he affidavit Jena Webb witnessed Webb stated. retrieve a can According to the re- of duster she had hid- JEFF BRYAN/Riverland News port, Jena L. Webb den and she began to Rescue workers work to remove the window from an overturned Ford pickup truck last Thurs- was charged with do- inhale it. When the day on U.S. 41. The truck was pulling a camper and driving northbound when the driver, ac- mestic battery and in- victim attempted to cording to an FHP spokesman on scene, veered into the southbound lane and overcorrected. halation/ingestion of take the can away The initial findings, the spokesman said, was one of the joints on the trailer broke and over- harmful chemicals. from Webb, she bit turned, causing the truck to overturn and slide. There were five occupants in the truck, and the The report stated him multiple times driver was transported to an Ocala-area hospital for non-life-threatening injuries, the Officer Mike Anger and attempted to spokesman said. No one else was hurt in the wreck. The northbound lane on U.S. 41 was closed was dispatched at ap- strike him by flailing for more than hour as rescue workers cleaned up debris and removed the truck and camper. proximately 6:43 a.m. her arms. The victim to the 11800 block of advised he struck DRUGS ties he’d left his wallet at Seminole Road in ref- Webb with an open home, but provided his erence to a physical hand, trying to pre- continued from page 1 name and date of birth. disturbance. Anger vent any further in- According to the report, noted in his report Of- jury from her biting paraphernalia law en- both suspects were asked ficer Aaron German him so hard. forcement officers discov- to exit the truck due to the had previously re- According to the re- ered in a trash bag in a strong odor of cannabis. sponded to the same port, Webb told Anger truck he was driving with Tyler then became upset location in reference she was “talking out 56-year-old Wilbert and told Anger, “you ain’t to the defendant pos- of her mind,” which is Gaines, also of Dunnellon, (expletive) search (sic) my sibly ingesting harm- common with the in- as his passenger. truck.” At that time, Anger ful chemicals. While halation of chemical “I didn’t know it was il- requested back-up to as- en route, Anger was substances. legal to have it,” he added sist with the traffic stop. notified the defendant Webb was trans- in the presence of Anger A short time later, Deputy had bitten the suspect ported to the Marion and Deputy John Pettit. Pettit arrived at the and fled on foot. County Jail. No bond And the old adage, “ig- location. According to the re- was set for the charge norance of the law is no Prior to the search, the port, upon arriving of domestic battery. excuse,” proved true as report stated, authorities Anger located Webb, Her bond for the sec- both Tyler and Gaines asked both defendants if who was still in pos- ond charge was set at face three counts of drug- there were any illegal nar- session of a can of $2,000, according to related charges after the cotics inside the vehicle. Dust Off brand duster Marion County Jail records. pair were stopped for fail- Again, Tyler became irate Special to the Riverland News and appeared to be ure to wear their seat and began to swear at disoriented and intox- The contents of a trash bag discovered by the Dunnel- Solution to puzzle belts (also a state law). Anger. Tyler told both lon Police Department during a traffic stop last Friday icated. Anger placed The pair was each Anger and Pettit his yielded the following items: a vacuum sealed bag with her in the back of his on Page 10 charged with one count brother, Gaines, had a large quantity (5.5 pounds) of a green leafy sub- patrol vehicle. Post of: sell, manufacture or smoked cannabis inside stance, which tested positive for cannabis. Also inside Miranda, Webb told deliver of cannabis; pos- the truck. the trash bag were: a separate, clear plastic baggy with authorities she and session of cannabis (more According to the report, approximately 326 grams of a green leafy substance, the victim had gotten than 20 grams); and pos- Anger began his search of which also tested positive for cannabis; a digital scale; into a physical alter- session of drug parapher- the truck and observed a and a Glad brand box containing numerous plastic bag- cation due to her nalia (manufacture). black plastic trash bag be- gies consistent with the distribution of cannabis. “huffing” dusters. Their bond was set at hind the passenger’s seat Asked if she had in- cannabis to farm workers. or cannabis, has yet to be $6,000 apiece. within reach of both de- haled or ingested any Gaines refused to speak legalized in the state of According to the report, fendants. The trash bag dusters today, Webb with law enforcement au- Florida. Voters will de- Anger was conducting contained a vacuum said, “yes,” and said it thorities, the report cide the fate of the pro- traffic enforcement in the sealed bag with a large was the only one. 12100 block of South quantity (5.5 pounds) of a stated. posed amendment in the Williams Street, or U.S. green leafy substance, Medicinal marijuana, Nov. 4 General Election. 41, when he observed a which tested positive for When was the last time black Chevy pickup trav- cannabis. 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THE OTHER GUY Age is just a simple number, right? couple of months ago, if Wednesday, without much day like my 21st would have can do a lot more than ever. Ones, that I’d like to think, I you asked how I felt fanfare as I like. I went all been better, there’s not much I can enjoy the time I have can now use to make better Aabout turning 40, out, or in, for my to want to remember from with my children, and love on decisions. I would have done more birthday celebra- those topics. them endlessly while they’re So now that I’m in my 40s, I than cringe. I would tion, capping it off Here’s what I’ve come to re- still at an age when giving feel like Emperor Kuzco from have curled up in a with a rousing party alize in the past two months. their dear ol’ dad a hug and the “Emperor’s New Groove.” fetal position and at a City Council Life isn’t over, there’s still kiss in public is acceptable The emperor and Pacha whimpered like a workshop. Unlike plenty left in the tank. Yes, I and not embarrassing. I’ve are tied to a tree branch wounded animal. the blur my 21st can no longer do a lot of learned a dad full of life, with floating in a river. It’s amazing what a birthday was and things I did in my 20s and, a lot of zest is better for them Pacha: Uh-oh. couple of months will the very little of it I perhaps, my early 30s. The as well as me. Kuzco: Don’t tell me. We’re do to change one’s per- can remember, I’ll recovery time just takes that With age comes wisdom about to go over a huge water- spective on reaching Jeff Bryan likely remember the much longer. and experience, right? I’d fall. the top of the hill, so to Editor Council meeting. We But instead of life being, like to think I’m smarter than Pacha: Yep. speak. Of course, great discussed trees, say a bit fuzzy, I can still I was in my 20s (though some Kuzco: Sharp rocks at the friendships and great conver- lawsuits and plenty of other enjoy a lot of what I used to might chuckle at that notion), bottom? sations about life certainly mundane items. Talk about a do. And if I can kick a couple and the experiences of the Pacha: Most likely. can be beneficial. wild, festive night indeed. of nasty habits, find my way past 39 years have taught me Kuzco: Bring it on. Forty came and went Maybe treating my 40th birth- to a gym and get in shape, I some invaluable lessons. Bring it on, indeed.

LETTERS JERSEY GIRL Was white flag a cry that America needs God? On the television news re- Morning cently, they showed where somebody had changed the American flags on the Brooklyn Bridge to white flags – a white attitude flag symbolizing surrender. Then during my devotion, I riving to work this morn- read about surrendering our ing I passed a truck lives to Jesus. Did the person or pulling a boat. Boy, did persons who hung the white D I want to trade places with flags want that as their mes- those folks. sage? I would like to think so. Mornings, who Our country has definitely likes them any- turned away from God and his way? However, teachings. We need to do some- it would be thing. Maybe all of us who love much easier to the Lord should show the world get out of bed if our love for Him by waving I was heading to white flags — a visible, outward the river instead sign symbolizing surrender of of work. our hearts and lives to follow Audrey Him. Surprisingly, it Beem seems to be split Carol Nordberg, GUEST COLUMN 50/50 between early risers and Dunnellon night owls, according to recent A tale of two utilities could studies done by askville.com. be an instant classic Inaugural DBA event I actually fall somewhere in In the classic Charles Dick- the middle. Of course, I’m the ens’ novel, “A Tale of Two middle child so everything I do Cities,” the opening is, “It was is down the middle. Half of me the best of times, it was the loves going to bed early, but the a successful venture other half loves sleeping in worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of fool- late. By late, I mean 8 o’clock MATHEW BAILLARGEON are pleased with the outcome and so I guess that’s not really late. ishness” contrasting two cities. membership for our new organization We know what Dunnellon For the Riverland News But it sure feels good when I’m that is only one month old. Unfortu- able to accomplish it. would be in this comparison. If Our first membership drive mixer nately, we did not and could not invite My husband, Russell doesn’t I were to write a Dunnellon was an exciting time for the Dunnellon everyone to our first event due to the have to be at work at any cer- novel, it would open with, “It Business Association and for those who limited email database we had to work tain time, yet he gets up early was the worst of times and get- attended our event. The energy in the from. We posted on Facebook and met anyway. I often wonder why. ting worse, an age of foolish- banquet room was buzzing with those some new businesses as a result. He recently decided to groom ness, getting even more interested in learning more. We appre- As a new organization we are thrilled foolish.” My novel would be a the dog while I was getting ciate the hospitality, great food and re- to begin this journey and we are look- Tale of Two Utility Enterprises. ready for work. He needed me freshments provided by our board ing forward to our ribbon cuttings with I am comparing Dunnellon util- to find the shampoo, watch him member Nick Patel and his business our new members, networking mixers, ities to Marion County utilities, do his thing and then praise his Gruff ’s Tap & Grille as well as Team public relations, training seminars, and which I believe is a fair Cone Distributing. efforts. Who has time for all comparison. other marketing strategies to support that in the morning? Some- Our business partners with The our businesses. I reference the Ocala Star- Ocala/Marion Chamber of Economic times, I wish he’d stay in bed Banner article from July 28 re- Monthly member meetings will be the until I’m gone. Partnership (CEP) and their partners fourth Tuesday monthly with network- porting a rate increase of who attended were welcomed. We And where does he get all Marion County water rates of 2 ing starting at 5:30 p.m. and dinner at 6. that energy anyway? Knowing shared how businesses will benefit The guest speaker will begin at 6:30. percent. This will be the first from this partnership by offering a dis- he’s going to take a two-hour The amount to attend the dinner will be rate increase since 2009 for count if they choose to join both organi- nap later in the day must help. $12 for our members and $22 for guests Marion County utilities. zations. For some this makes sense, but Still, adults who consider at Gruff ’s Tap & Grille. We hope to see A rate comparison example we realize for other businesses it may themselves morning people re- cited in the article is a Marion not. you at our first meeting Tuesday, Aug. port being happier, healthier County Utility customer who The more than 150 guests who at- 26. and more self-satisfied than used 10,000 gallons rates would tended were asked as they registered We have taken the time to ask and lis- their late-sleeping peers, ac- increase to $81.69 versus the for the many donated door prizes from ten and will continue to do so. Commu- cording to a recent study pub- present $80.09. A Dunnellon AAA, ADT Security, Comfort Keepers, nication between the DBA and its lished in Emotion, a journal of utility customer would pay Creations by Clovis, Culligan Water, members is what will set us apart. We the American Psychological close to $200 for the same Dunnellon Chiropractic, Grumbles hope you will support the DBA and its Association. amount of water use. House Antiques & Garden Shops, The mission to promote and advocate for They say a lot of this is genet- The county is also planning Home Outfitter, PCs-N-Parts and The the businesses. Our vision is to provide ics. Yet, I’m the only person in on upgrades to its services in Village Crier. Each guest was asked at businesses, artists, entertainment ven- my family who likes to sleep in. the next decade costing be- registration what they would like to see ues and residents a place to prosper Well, let me correct that. I’m tween $10 million and $20 mil- the DBA do for their members. It helps and business to flourish. sure my father would sleep in if lion, so they are not just getting keep us on point as to what our mem- If you would like more information or he was allowed to. by and still make money for the bers or future members want from their to be added to the invitation list for the Do you have a routine you county. The county utility has organization. member meeting and upcoming events, like to follow in the mornings? cut its operating and mainte- At the event, we had 10 new members please email us at info@dunnellon Do you get up at the same time nance cost by $3.7 million, or sign up and have appointments set up businessassociation. com. and do the same exact thing, See LETTERS page 5 to meet with the businesses for the next Mathew Baillargeon is president of step by step? two weeks that would like to join. We the DBA Board of Directors. And don’t you hate it when something happens to throw OPINIONS INVITED you off? The alarm clock doesn’t go off, or you drop ● The opinions expressed in Riverland News toothpaste on your shirt? I editorials are the opinions of the know the slightest thing can editorial board of the newspaper. throw me off and make me late ● Viewpoints depicted in political car- for work. toons, columns or letters do not nec- Once in a while I take my essarily represent the opinion of the granddaughter to school and editorial board. believe me, I love taking her. But then I’m like a bowl of ● Groups or individuals are invited to mush when I get to work. For express their opinions in a letter to the the first 30 minutes I sit there editor. wondering what I should do ● All letters must be signed and include first because I veered from my a phone number and hometown, in- schedule. cluding letters sent via email, Phone On Saturday mornings, I have a numbers will not be printed or given cleaning routine I follow, unless we have plans for the day. I start out. We reserve the right to edit letters on the kitchen and work my way for length, libel, fairness and good room-by-room taking the same taste. route each time. Only when done ● Letters to the editor must be no longer cleaning, do I shower and get out than 550 words, and writers will be of my pajamas. limited to two letters per month. See JERSEY page 5 Riverland News, Thursday, August 7, 2014 5 JERSEY been doing for more NEWS NOTES than 40 years. She continued from page 4 reads the newspaper BMAP meeting with her morning cof- scheudled Aug. 13 Music is going and fee and it has to be at The Rainbow if I’m lucky I have the the crack of dawn. Springs Stakeholders house all to myself. Guess that’s why she Basin Management Ac- It probably drives gets so upset when tion Plan meeting will my husband crazy as the newspaper is be at 2 p.m. Wednes- he is up, dressed and late. For her, this day, Aug. 13, at the out of the house by 7 gets her day started. Dunnellon Public Li- o’clock. Where’s the She tells us if we brary. This meeting fire? ever see her sleep will introduce the One of the first past 7 o’clock, we draft BMAP document. things I do every better come running Friends of the Library morning is fix my because something is seek volunteers bed, which I hardly wrong. The Friends of the ever did when I was My older brother Dunnellon Public Li- younger. It made no does the 3 S’s every brary, formed more sense to me as I was morning. I won’t than 50 years ago, is in LETTERS 1,300 customers on the faith. I am comparing just going to mess it mention the first one, need of volunteers. The State Road 200 corridor. county proven perform- up again. Now I can- but the second two Friends’ mission is to continued from page 4 The county utility states ance, verified numbers not stand for it not to are shower and provide the library this unit is financially self- and hard facts to Dunnel- be made. I get my cof- shave. He makes it no with financial support 24 percent, since the last sufficient since revenue lon’s vague grasping at fee ready, walk the secret. for library books, mate- rate increase five years from the former Wind- straw plans, unjustifiable dog and then head But whatever our rials, equipment and ago. stream customers is illogical decisions and straight to the morning schedule programs not provided The county has a tiered plowed back into that part proven incompetence bedroom. may be, we should try by the county. rate structure like Dun- of the county system to performance. I am com- Basically, I think to awaken in a good Proceeds from our nellon, the difference is pay for the purchase, the paring good governance we’re all creatures of mood, ready to con- book sales, member- the county rate structure operation cost and some to bad governance. habit. We like to stay quer the world. After ship dues and dona- is fair, non-gouging and capital improvements. The county utility sys- on schedule and tions provide all you only have one reasonable. Money gener- Again, compare that ac- tem does what is best for know that our daily “today” and tomor- supplemental funding ated by the utility is used complishment and good its customers, whereas to the library for new chores have been row is never prom- to fund the utility, not to management to the Rain- Dunnellon utilities do books, reading materi- accomplished. ised. Sometimes your pay for the police, fire and bow Springs Utility pur- what is best to run an in- als, DVDs, programs, My mother has a attitude makes all road departments. chase and management special speakers, land- efficient city operation morning ritual she’s the difference. For example, the county fiasco. The city customers scaping and equipment. using its captive cus- of Dunnellon Utilities For information, call has a fire assessment to tomers. The contrast is have been ill-served by Barbara Caban, presi- pay for fire protection. stark and real. dent, at 465-0705 be- Compare the above with the utilities operations for This is just another tween 11 a.m. and 5 Dunnellon utility rates years as it was poorly valid reason to consoli- p.m. Monday through and operations since 2011, managed, neglected and date services, depart- Saturday. you would be comparing the money diverted to run ments and operations AARP Driver Safety county wisdom with Dun- city operations. with the county to pro- nellon foolishness. Only in Dunnellon vide inexpensive serv- Classes slated The county has pur- would the former utility ices to the community. An AARP Driver chased several communi- director be praised, pro- I would say it would be Safety Program for ties’ utility systems and did moted to city manager and the best of times for Dun- those 50 and older not even come close to the given a raise via a rule- nellon to change its out- which, with certain ex- historical financial abuse bending non-completive look and purpose or the ceptions, qualifies grad- Dunnellon has fostered on process. uates for a discount on city will continue with its utility customers in and A utility director posi- the worst of times. their automobile insur- out of the city limits. tion that was so impor- ance, will be given over Does Dunnellon exist All county utility cus- tant and needed it was for the good of its citizens two days, three hours tomers pay the same, fair, not even filled and right- each day. Cost is $20 per or do the citizens exist to realistic rates with no sur- fully so; a utility director person for all materials, pay for the good of Dun- charges. If the county buys position that only had a except pen or pencil. nellon government? If a utility who has charged utility supervisor and a However, if you are an Dunnellon can truly af- road department supervi- AARP member, the cost customers more than ford to be a city, than the is $15. Bring your AARP county rates, they reduce sor to monitor. I do not citizens of Dunnellon card with you. the rates down to county think Marion County has should pay for the serv- a director for every two This course will be at rates. Also cited in the ar- ices they use. ticle is even though water supervisors. 1 p.m. Aug. 21 to 22 at The county takes its fi- use went down 25 percent, the Rainbow Lakes Es- Some would say I am duciary responsibility to so did the operating cost, comparing apples to or- tates Clubhouse, 4000 its citizens seriously; the quite a contrast from the anges, which is often just SW Deepwater Court. Dunnellon city govern- nonsense coming from a convenient dodge of the Payment for the class is ment does not. due the first day. In ad- Dunnellon about the drop issue to avoid compar- in irrigation water use isons. I am comparing in- The tale does not end dition, the course will well for the city that con- be offered at 1 p.m. leading to a need for a competence to tinues to be foolish. Sept. 4 and 5 at the rate increase. competence, fairness to Steve Swett, sheriff ’s office substa- The county recently pur- unfairness, good manage- 000IWS6 tion on U.S. 41. chased, for $7.8 million, ment to bad management Dunnellon For information or to the Windstream Utility and dealing in good faith register, call 465-6359. Company that services versus dealing in bad

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OUT TO PASTOR Post members visit veterans at assisted-living centers And the heat continues on his past week found wintertime when it gets me in a bit of trou- cold? Faced with a real T ble with the Gra- dilemma I took it to my cious Mistress of the good wife and asked, Parsonage ... well, more “Can I hate the heat in than normal. It the summer and has become hate the cold in rather normal for the winter, if I al- me to be in trou- ternate it every ble with her. No other year?” To matter how hard I me this sounded try “not to be,” it like a very rea- always is “to be.” sonable request. This week was a After all, I was ac- high point for me Rev. James commodating her Special to the Riverland News getting into trou- Snyder request and get- Three members of American Legion Post No. 58 and the Ladies Auxiliary visited veterans July ble. I never relish ting in my share 29 at the Haven House, top, and Harbor House, bottom, assisted-living centers. Following in- getting into a pickle with of complaining. troductions, opening prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, the veterans were thanked for serv- her, but sometimes it is If you would spend as ing our country. Doughnuts and refreshments were enjoyed by all. Haven House was presented unavoidable. much time thinking of a new American flag, compliments of Post No. 58. All week long, I had positive things to say as been murmuring and you do complaining it complaining about how would be absolutely won- hot it was. “I’ve never derful. seen such hot weather,” I But how can you think grumbled. “I don’t know of something positive how long I can take this about the heat when you hot weather.” are sweltering? And, how You would think that can you think about someone my age would something positive about have learned long ago the cold when your bones that some things should are shivering to death? not be vocalized. This is Mistakenly I told my wife America, and we all have my dilemma. the right to speak our “I think I have you fig- mind although much of ured out,” she said. the time we should not “You’re positively nega- speak our mind aloud; at tive about everything.” least, not to the point that There is only one thing someone, especially worse than having your someone living under the wife figure you out. same roof, can hear you. I There must be, but I can- have found that the thing not think of anything that enhances romance is right now. CHURCH BRIEFS the sounds of silence. I will not say my wife is I guess it was getting a right, only that she is not [email protected]. wrong. I must say I have a Vendors sought little wearisome with all for church event The Church of the Ad- Loose Dentures? my complaining, but after tendency to complain vent is at 11251 County Crafters, flea market all, the weather was re- about everything. 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000IJI3 41 N. Inglis Ave., Inglis particularly with my wife. all. There are times when husbands and wives should sit down and have a rather invigorating con- “For where two or three gather together in My name, there am I with them.” – versation. Then there are times when the husband Matthew 18:20 should shut up. I never know which time is which. GATHERINGS It was then that my wife laid out the facts for me to evaluate. How she can remember everything is A D IRECTORY OF A REA C HURCHES simply beyond me. How- ever, how do I know she is 711180 actually remembering ‘ things as they were and DUNNELLON First Congregational Episcopal not making them up? Holy Faith Romeo Baptist F IRST U NITED United Church of Christ Church It seems, according to Episcopal Church 000IUAW her impeccable recollec- M ETHODIST C HURCH God of the Advent tion, that a few months 21501 W. Highway 40 Church Pastor is still 11251 S.W. Highway 484 ago I was complaining speaking, R.D. Hess about how cold it was and Rev. Eddie Fulford, Pastor 19924 W. Blue Cove Dr. (352) 489-1788 (1.3 Miles West of State Road 200) Dunnellon 000HIUR 352-465-7272 anxious for the hot Sunday Sunday Jesus didn’t reject people. T HE R EV . J. JAMES G ERHART weather to come. “You Communion Sunday were just as grumpy Neither do we. Sunday School 9:30 AM Worship Service 8:00 AM Summer Service 8:00 A.M. Holy Eucharist about how cold it was as Worship 11:00 AM Sunday Worship10:30 am 9:00 AM 10:00 A.M. Holy Eucharist you are now about how Praise Worship 9:30 AM Adult Bible Discussion 12:00 Noon Disciple Training 5:00 PM hot it is.” Healing Service 000ISBI Traditional Worship 11:00 AM (Nursery & Children’s Church Provided) Tuesday Then she put her hands 7171 SW SR 200, Ocala, FL 1st Sunday Every Month Nursery At All Services Wednesday on her hip and looked at 352-237-3035 Following 9:00 AM Service 9:00 A.M. Morning Prayer, Mass, uccocala.org AWANA 6:30 PM and Healing me with “that look,” and Sunday School 9:30 AM & 11:00 AM Dr. H.W. McSwain, Jr., 489-2685 said, “I don’t mind you Pastor Youth Group 6:30 PM Weekday Groups: complaining about one or “Building the Kingdom in Everything We Do” A Progressive Holy * Bible Study 7:00 PM Tues. 6:30pm Cub Scout Pack 508 Faith SR 200 the other but I really do Community of Faith 1 2nd Sat 8am Fellowship Breakfast at IHOP 352-489-4026 8 / 2 Miles North of Dunnellon Off of mind you complaining in the Heart of Blue Cove CR 484 Highway 41, Left at Church Sign on www.fumc-dunnellon.org 000HIT1

000IMGZ adventepiscopal.net about everything. You’re Central Florida Rainbow River SW 5 th Place going to have to make up your mind whether you 000IK6K hate the cold or the heat, Dunnellon Catholic Community of Peace and then stick to it.” Attend the That put a new light on Seventh-day St. John the Baptist Lutheran Church the situation, and a new Adventist Church Father Jean H. Desir, Pastor Missouri Synod worship burden on me. Now, ac- MASSES Rev. Terry L. McKee, Pastor cording to her latest ad- Welcome To Our Services Saturday Reconciliation. . .. 3:30 PM Sunday School & Adult Bible monition, I need to Class 9:00 A.M service of choose the heat or the Saturday Vigil ...... 4:30 PM Sunday Worship Service cold. I am tempted, al- Hwy. 41 & Hwy. 40 10:00 A.M though I know better, to your Saturday Sunday ...... 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM complain about this. I do Sabbath School 9:30 AM Wednesday Bible Study not think it is fair that I Sermon ...... 11:00 AM Sunday - Spanish...... Noon 10:00 A.M choice have to choose one or the Tuesday Wednesday potluck & Bible other. I think I should be Bible Study ...... 4:30 PM Mon. Thru Fri...... 8:00 AM Study 6:30 PM able to hate both the cold “The Church On The Hill” and the heat. For more information: Holy Days...... 8:00 AM and 7:00 PM 5 miles North of Dunnellon However, here is the 7525 S. Highway 41, Dunnellon problem. If I choose to 352-489-3455 US Hwy 41 at Highway 40 complain about the heat, 000IMK7 352-489-3166 489-5881 000HITE

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CHURCH NOTES Business Association meet-and-greet OBITUARIES ‘Clothe the Children’ Patricia 'Pat' Scott Fowler and his scheduled Aug. 7 Chester, 72 wife Kathy of Palm The Altar & Rosary City; and step children, Patricia (Pat) Chester Stephen Chester and Society of St. John the has passed from this life his wife Bobbi of Illi- Baptist Catholic and into the arms of her nois and Shelby Church will give out Savior, surrounded by (Chester) Boston and free new and gently her four children and her husband Gus of Cal- used children’s cloth- her husband on July 11, ifornia. She also leaves ing to families in 2014, under the care of seven grandchildren, need from 10 a.m. to 2 the Hospice House at five step grandchildren, p.m. Thursday, Aug 7, Hospice of Citrus and and five great-grand- at its annual “Clothe the Nature Coast. She children. the Children” drive in was born in Thomaston, Cremation was pro- the church pavilion at Georgia on August 13, vided by the Neptune 7525 U.S. 41. 1941, to Kyle Spratling Society, a program that For information, and Ruby (Hearst) both Bob and Pat call 489-5954. Spratling. She was pre- Chester subscribed to. A Church to host ceded in death by her Celebration of Life will Saturday Supper parents; a brother, be announced at a later Bobby; and her first The Third Saturday date. Donations in Pat‘s husband, A.M. (Mike) Supper will be from memory can be made to: Fowler. 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Sat- Hospice of Citrus and She is survived by a urday, Aug. 16, at the the Nature Coast, P.O. sister, Ruth Denard and Box 641270, Beverly Community Congrega- her husband Ben; hus- tional Christian Hills, FL 34464. band, Bob Chester of Sign the guest book Church at 9220 N. Cit- Dunnellon; daughters, rus Springs Blvd., Cit- JEFF BRYAN/Riverland News at riverlandnews.com. Kevin Sheilley, left, president of the Ocala/Marion Chamber & Economic Part- Janet Fowler and her rus Springs in the nership (CEP), addresses the crowd last Thursday at the Dunnellon Busi- husband Mike of Dun- Robert J. Manning, 80 Dewain Farris Fel- ness Association’s inaugural event, a meet-and-greet and information nellon, Michele Robert J. Manning, lowship Hall. session, at Gruff’s Tap & Grill. Mathew Baillargeon, DBA president, stands to (Fowler) Roberts and 80, of Rainbow Springs, Adult tickets are his left and applauds the well-attended turnout. “The local business com- her husband Wayne of Florida, died July 28, $10 and children are munity is hungry for these opportunities. They’ve really pulled together to Dunnellon; sons, David 2014, at Legacy House, $5. Tickets can be establish this dynamic business association,” Baillargeon said. For infor- Fowler and his wife Ocala. For services, call purchased at the mation about the DBA, email [email protected]. Cheri of Jensen Beach, Debbie at 352-465-1076. door. Takeout is available. For information, call 489-1260. Women’s Bible study slated h e H o m e O u t f i t t e Women’s Cross De- T r nominational Bible Gifts & Decor for the Outdoor Enthusias t study called One Woman’s Prayer We carry Licensed Mossy Oak & Realtree meets at 7 p.m. the camouflage casualwear, swimwear and bedding . third Monday monthly • Birds • Garden • Nature • Nautical at the Dunnellon • Fishing • Hunting • Lodge • Man Cave Women’s Club Club- • Motorcycle • Rustic • Western • Wilderness house at 11756 Cedar St. Doors open at 6:30. For information, check us out on Face- book at One Woman’s Prayer. Rootbeer Floats & Kona Church hosts Shaved Ice bingo weekly St. John the Baptist Saturday, Aug 16 - 6pm-9pm Catholic Church hosts Streets Closed & Shops Open Late bingo at 11:30 a.m. Antique Car Show Food Vendors Tuesdays and 5:30 Music by Dane Myers Band Beer/Wine p.m. Wednesdays. & Tropic Haze Gardens Prizes up to $250.

Doors open at 10 a.m. 000ITLY Trail o f Discounts & Tuesdays and 4 p.m. Door Prizes Wednesdays. The church is at the cor- 11875 Cedar St. (CR 40)•Dunnellon ner of U.S. 41 and Located within the State Road 40. Historic Village Shops of Dunnellon Church men’s club 352 -213-4663 Summer Hours: Tues - Fri www.TheHomeOutfitter.com 10am - 3:00pm • Sat 10am - 2pm plays horseshoes The Men’s Club of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church will play horseshoes at 9 000IXWZ a.m. Saturdays at the church. Horseshoes will be provided to anyone needing them and in- structions in pitching, scoring and court maintenance will be provided. The public is welcome. For information, call 489-5954. Church collecting box tops for schools The Altar and Rosary Society of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church will continue to collect Box Tops for Educa- tion and Campbell Soup UPC labels for one of the local schools here in Dun- nellon. Box tops and labels can be dropped off at the church office or put in the con- tainer in the church narthax. For information, call 489-5954. 000ILVH

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Children and adults burst out in laughter while watching a performance of JiggleMan on July 29 at the Dunnellon Public Library. The Orlando-based pantomime performer enter- tained children and adults for approximately 45 minutes. A pantomime is a dra- matic entertainment, originating in Roman mime, in which performers express meaning through gestures accompanied by music. Clockwise from above left: Michael Long, 5, and Jig- gleMan smile at the crowd after Long assisted the performer at the end of his 45- minute routine. Children laugh while watching a performance of JiggleMan JiggleMan juggles a set of rings. Wyatt Rodriguez, 5, keeps his smile in check while keeping a close eye on Jig- gleMan’s antics. Gaige McGregor, 6, of Crystal River, gives Jiggle- Man a quizzical look during a portion of the program. Photos by JEFF BRYAN/ Riverland News 10 Riverland News, Thursday, August 7, 2014 NEWS NOTES Thinking of hearing aids? History sessions on tap at depot The Greater Dunnel- lon Historical Society will open its doors from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays at the His- FREE toric Train Depot and Museum. “Boomtown” Sam Four Week Trial Scott, a volunteer, will be on hand to educate, listen and share Dun- Experience at no cost the latest in the nellon’s rich history. Scott is carrying on the most advanced hearing technology tradition of the charm- ing Gloria Williams who is taking a break Try the latest in Wireless Hearing from her weekly visits. Scott will provide an Technology FREE for 30 days! overview of boomtown years of Dunnellon, We are looking for individuals who are experiencing difficulties in the history of trains and carpetbaggers, hearing, especially in noisy situations, to evaluate the latest in unimaginable fish and wireless hearing technology from Audibel. We will perform game and logging and thorough hearing tests FREE of charge to all callers. more. The Historic Train Call to participate in this factory authorized program. Depot is at 12061 S. Williams St., Dunnellon. THIS WEEK ONLY For information, contact Scott at Puzzle answers on Page 3 Call us immediately to take advantage of this special program. 352-229-1030 or email BoomtownSam@gmail .com. Experience Crisp, Natural Hearing Retired nurses slate meeting with Open Ear Technology. The RNR (Regis- tered Nurses Retired) Somebody Open Ear Hearing Instruments – organization of Cit- where industry-leading technology rus/Marion counties else wants it! and design meet real life to create an will have its summer unparalleled listening experience. More planning meeting Aug. Got something special you powerful and precise than ever before, 25 at the Inverness Golf & Country Club in no longer use? these hearing instruments are proven to Inverness. deliver maximum everything. Unmatched All retired & semi-re- Sell it in the sound clarity and award-winning design tired RN’s who have an Classifieds. coverage to produce tomorrow’s technology interest in informative today, revolutionizing the hearing journey. medical topic speakers It may be just and also the company • Natural Sound • Cosmetically Appealing • Comfortable of fellow nurses to con- the perfect sider joining us Sept. item • Non-Occluding • Directional Microphone 28 for the beginning of • Digital Sound Processing the 2014-15 year. The to fill group meets monthly, somebody alternating between else’s need. the Inverness Golf & Audibel Hearing Aid Center Country Club in Inver- ness and at the West NORTH TOLL FREE CENTRAL Marion Medical Build- FLORIDA’S ing in Ocala. 1-877-676-1403 MOST TRUSTED For information con- HEARING AID cerning the meetings 000IY9V CENTERS or the planning meeting, call Gladys at 325- American. Hearing. Excellence. 854-2677 or Mary Jane at 352-726-6882. Dunnellon Inverness Homosassa 20170 E. Pennsylvania Ave. 2036 Hwy. 44 West, Colonial Plaza 5699 S. Suncoast Blvd., Janack Plaza 352-502-4337 352-419-0763 352-436-4393

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Suncoast Blvd. Deadline: August 22, 2014 352-436-4393 *Deposit may be required. 000IW97 Riverland News, Thursday, August 7, 2014 11 RIVERLAND COMMUNITY Health Department offers free back-to-school shots Special to the Riverland News County. “We want to give par- tions, the event includes fun and younger. Parents should varicella vaccine ents every opportunity to get and games, food, and free bring their child’s immuniza- Grades seven through 12: The Florida Department of their kids ready for the school backpacks for school. For in- tion records if they have them. one dose of the varicella vac- Health in Marion County will year by taking advantage of our formation about the Back-to- New health requirements cine offer special back-to-school immunization services before School Bash, call 352-438-5990. mean that children may need Grades seven through 12: immunization clinics in August school starts.” The Department of Health an additional polio vaccina- the Tdap (tetanus/diphthe- to help students get ready for The Department will offer has scheduled special back-to- tion before they can enter ria/pertussis) vaccine school. free school vaccinations at the school immunization clinics kindergarten. Children enter- Students entering a “Vaccines provide the best Marion County Children’s Al- from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. today to ing seventh grade require the Florida school for the first defense to protect you and liance Back-to-School Bash. Aug. 8, Aug. 11 to 15 and Aug. 18 Tdap — tetanus diphtheria time should have two doses of your family from the spread of The event is scheduled for 10 to 20 at the Department’s and acellular pertussis — the measles, mumps and infectious diseases,” said Jan a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Ocala facility at 1801 SE 32nd booster vaccine. Vaccination rubella vaccine. Stepp, Immunization Clinic su- E.D. Croskey Recreation Cen- Ave. No appointment is requirements include: For information about im- pervisor for the Florida De- ter, 1510 NW 4th St., Ocala. In needed, and the immuniza- Kindergarten through munizations, call 352-629-0137, partment of Health in Marion addition to school immuniza- tions are free for those ages 18 sixth grade: two doses of the ext. 2017. Softball standout sets course Got milk? for Pensacola State CC Breastfeeding provides benefits to mother, child Editor’s Note. Aug. 1 learned art,” Flowers to 6 was World Breast- said. “It takes pa- feeding Week, and the tience, practice, and month of August is Na- commitment. The in- tional Breastfeeding vestment of time and Month. energy mothers make in the early weeks is Special to the Riverland News worth it. We have a It’s easy to digest, lactation consultant, it’s always at the right staff trained in breast- temperature and it feeding, a breastfeed- has special ingredi- ing peer counseling ents to help your baby program, and a sup- grow strong and port group that can healthy. It even help you succeed.” changes over time to New mothers and help meet the needs mothers who are new of your growing baby. to breastfeeding Breast milk is na- should try the Mom ture’s super food and and Baby’s Club. The has no equal for your club is a great place baby. It provides the to start. It is a support ideal balance of nutri- group for mothers to ents and immune- share their chal- boosting properties to lenges, successes and keep babies healthy friendship. Meetings for years to come. are the first Wednes- “Feeding is one of day monthly in the de- the most important partment’s Ocala decisions for a mother facility. to make,” said Debbie The department Flowers, breastfeed- also offers breastfeeding coordinator at the ing classes. The Florida Department classes give prenatal Riverland News file photo of Health in Marion mothers expert in- Courtney Heinritz recently signed with Pensacola State Community College. The Dunnellon County. “With all the struction and practi- High standout hit .492 this past season for the Lady Tigers while stealing base 31 times. advantages of breast- cal information to feeding, we want to help them succeed. do everything we These classes are Heinritz second Lady Tiger to sign junior college offer can to help mothers held on the second succeed.” Tuesday and the JEFF BRYAN ties and softball program com- prove her overall game, Pediatricians rec- fourth Wednesday monthly, also in the Riverland News pared to the other schools,” said adding “there’s always room for ommend that babies Heinritz, who plans to pursue a improvement.” be fed only breast department’s Ocala In a whirlwind tour of colleges degree in business management. The natural right-handed- milk for the first six location. throughout Florida the past eight Heinritz, who batted .492 for the hitting Heinritz made the switch months of life. Solid Other resources are weeks, it was on her final campus Lady Tigers this past season, said to the left side of the plate several foods should be fed at available to help visit Courtney Heinritz could take the process wasn’t as stressful as years ago to take advantage of her about six months and mothers develop the the pitch being offered or play it it might have seemed. “I was actu- fleet feet. breastfeeding should art of breastfeeding. safe and wait for another offering. ally calm about it until I visited “I can lay a bunt down, slap it continue until the Local hospitals: The Dunnellon High softball Pensacola,” she explained. “I had or hit the long ball and I’m fast,” baby is at least They may have a lac- standout chose to take the pitch, to make a decision on the spot … said Heinritz, who tallied 30 hits 1-year-old. tation consultant on opting to sign immediately with here’s our offer, take it or leave it.” and stole 31 bases this past Breastfeeding isn’t staff. Pensacola State Community Col- With the support of her father, season. just about the milk. It La Leche League lege as opposed to seeing if a bet- Pat, and her mother, Michele, Heinritz is the second Dunnel- helps to build a bond International: Trained ter offer came in from one of the Heinritz jumped on the offer lon High softball player to earn a that can last a life- volunteers provide several other colleges she had vis- much like she did most opposing scholarship offer to play colle- time. Infants who are one-on-one help to ited in recent weeks. pitchers. giately. Jody Weber signed with not breastfed are at breastfeeding mothers Heinritz admitted she was “I just felt like I would do better the College of Central Florida two higher risk of obesity, on the phone and con- caught off guard with the on-the- there,” she said, noting she re- weeks ago. diabetes, asthma and duct monthly group spot offer and the take-it-or-leave- ceived offers from St. Pete Com- “I hope it says that the program ear infections. These support meetings. Call it approach the Lady Pirates staff munity College, Northwest is moving in the right direction infants may also 800-525-3243 or visit tacked to the end of it. But after Florida Community College and and that we as a whole program, have more learning www.lalecheleague.org. weighing the pros and cons in her Weber University. “First, they play both junior varsity and varsity are problems. Breastfeeding mind, Heinritz wasted little time in the best conference in the state. working toward a goal of getting The department’s Helpline: visit to play for Pensacola State. Second, I think it’s the best chance players exposed and helping build training, counseling www.womenshealth. Two roles played into her factor I have to move onto the (NCAA) their future as student athletes,” and support programs gov/breastfeeding or to take the immediate offer, said Division I level, which is my goal.” said Dunnellon coach Ashley in Marion County help call 800-994-9662. the left-handed-hitting middle Heinritz can play a multitude of Clark. “I am so proud of the two mothers give their ba- Department of infielder. positions; however, she said she’ll seniors who have signed and hope bies the best possible Health: Call us at “The facilities were nicer than focus on playing one of the two it shows underclassmen that with start with breastfeed- 352-622-1161 to find out the other schools and I felt strong middle infield positions. She said hard work, motivation and a good ing. more about how we about the educational opportuni- there’s plenty she can do to im- attitude, you can do anything.” “Breastfeeding is a can help new mothers.

THOMAS legislative sessions, court “William is a great they went to the capitol to the scholarship I screamed proceedings and how to run scholar and he easily com- run their government. on the phone that it was a continued from page 1 for office. They actually pleted the interview,” Part- Their days started at 7 blessing. We are truly have elections and then op- low said. “He is good for a.m. for breakfast, contin- blessed to have him for a interviewed by the local erate a mock government in the community and we are ued with varied activities son.” Legion Chairman of the their elected positions. very proud of him.” throughout the day and The American Legion Boys State committee Ed This is a leadership action The first couple of days they were supposed to go to Post No. 58 sponsored the Partlow and two other agenda teaching the boys of Boys State week were bed at 11 p.m. boys and paid the $350 a members. They chose how to be leaders now and filled with classes on legis- “We were up until 2 to 3 week to provide them with Thomas and Sergio Aponte in the future. lature, judicial, executive a.m. talking about how we food and lodging. to attend Boys State, but it To be considered for Boys and Florida history, ac- were going to run our gov- “We had the Marion was not an easy decision. State, the applicant must cording to Thomas. Of the ernment. It was fun, even County Sheriff ’s Office “All the boys were great have completed his junior approximately 530 boys at- though we only got a few transport them back and scholars and even the third year in high school, show tending, Thomas was first hours sleep,” Thomas said. forth to Tallahassee,” Part- place boy had over a 4.0 leadership, loyalty, charac- elected to be Superinten- “At school there are only a low said. “We paid for their GPA,” Partlow said about ter and have excellent dent of Schools and at the few students interested in room, food and gave them all the applicants. “It was grades. state level he was voted in education, but here every- an extra $40 for pictures.” difficult.” Thomas qualified for to the House of Represen- one had such high aspira- The American Legion The American Legion Boys State as a senior cap- tatives. tions and were intellect- Post 58 Auxiliary also spon- Boys State program began tain of the football team at “The student that was ually gifted. It was all sored Olana Osborne for in 1935 to help young men Dunnellon High and as a elected to be the governor inspiring.” Girls State and she was understand how the govern- participant in basketball appointed me to his Cabi- While still at Boys State, chosen to fill one of the two ment works, learn the polit- and track. He is also a net over the Board of Edu- Thomas was told he won positions going to Girls ical process and assist member of the Fellowship cation,” Thomas said the scholarship and imme- Nation. them in developing citizen- Christian Athletes and the proudly, “Anything to do diately called his mother, Will Thomas, Sergio ship. National Honor Society with education, I would be Victoria, at home. Aponte and Olana Osborne, The program is a one- with a 4.5 gpa. Both organi- a part of it.” “I was ecstatic that Will with their parents, will be week course in how the zations focus on character, The young men listened was chosen for Boys State honored at a dinner the city, county and state gov- leadership, teamwork and to speakers from the House and we are very proud of first Wednesday in Septem- ernments are run. The serving their school and and Senate and the last two him,” she said. “When he ber at the American Legion young men learn about the communities. days of their exciting week called and told me about Post No. 58. 11 Riverland News, Thursday, August 7, 2014 Fun andGAMES

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In sessed,” he added. “It Brookes to proceed addition thereto, the is unconstitutional.” Grant has toured both the rock bands of the Special to the Riverland News with his argument. municipality may add The Cape Coral- east and west coasts in- 60s I’ve played in, it Both parties met in a surcharge not to ex- based attorney cited Following its motto cluding The Woody has been a great jour- court in July 2013, ceed 25 percent of several cases in state “Saving Florida Guthrie Folk Festival ney,” said Mincey, who Brookes said at the history. He also noted Through Music,” the in Okema, Okla., The grew up in Winter such rates, fees, and time. neither systems are Will McLean Founda- Living Room in New Haven with Gram Par- charges for said serv- “They have certainly interconnected tion announces its York City, Sam Bond’s sons, Jim Stafford, ices to consumers out- had sufficient time to “It’s obvious based schedule for 2014-15. in Eugene, Org., and is Kent LaVoie, Carl and side the boundaries. provide evidence,” upon review the city On the second Sunday a favorite at the Will Jesse Chambers just to However, the total of Brookes said, adding all such rates, fees, cannot show and prove monthly, September McLean Festival. For name a few. For infor- the filing for partial through February, the information, visit mation, visit www.re- and charges for the no additional costs ex- summary judgment services to consumers ists in this case. The foundation sponsors www.reverbnation.com verbnation.com/jerrym was to seek the judge the Sunday Sampler – /grantpeeples. incey. outside the boundaries city of Dunnellon did to rule that the 25 per- shall not be more than not have existing lines a way to experience Nov. 9 — Amy Feb. 8 — Carly cent surcharge “is Carol Webb: “She’s a Bak: With guest Car- 50 percent in excess of or create lines. There some of Florida’s unreasonable.” finest entertainers and real spark plug — she olyn Dunn. A dynamic the total amount the is no interconnection According to Florida songwriters in the inti- turns everything on!” duo, the chemistry is municipality charges of (Rainbow Springs Statute 180.191, mate venue of the His- said Noel Paul Stookey contagious. Get ready consumers served Utility) with the city’s adopted by state law- toric Train Depot in of Peter, Paul & Mary. for a roller coaster within the municipal- system.” makers several years Dunnellon. The season Webb has traveled ride through a maze of ity for corresponding Brookes said in mul- ago, municipalites culminates with the widely within the life’s adventures with service. No such rates, tiple affidavits with within the state oper- 26th annual Will acoustic music commu- Carolyn Dunn, “Bass fees, and charges shall city officials and Andy ating a water or sewer McLean Festival on nity and the Unitarian playin’ Grandma,” who be fixed until after a Burnham with Burn- utility outside of the March 13 to 15 at the Universalist movement will have you rollin’ public hearing at ham & Associates the boundaries of such Sertoma Youth Ranch preaching, singing, with laughter, and which all of the users city did not prove there municipality shall in Brooksville. speaking, and facilitat- Carly Bak, “Moonshine of the water or sewer was the increased cost charge consumers out- Sept. 1 — Florida ing a variety of work- Mama,” whose gutsy, systems; owners, ten- of service. side the boundaries Songwriting Contest. shops focused to soulful vocals will keep ants, or occupants of “The city will tell you rates, fees, and Songs may be entered deepen, strengthen, you beggin’ for more! property served or to that the cost is the ad- until Dec. 31 and sub- amplify and edify. She For information, visit charges determined in be served thereby; and vantage of the economy mitted to The Will was named one of www.yomamasmusic. one of the following all others interested of scale,” Brookes said. South Florida’s “Ten com. manners: shall have an opportu- “That doesn’t meet any McLean New Florida Song Contest, P.O. Box Best Folk Singers of March 13 to 15 It may charge the nity to be heard con- rational basis. RSU 547446, Orlando, FL All Time” in 2013. For — 26th Annual Will same rates, fees, and cerning the proposed residents should pay 32854-7446. Visit information, visit McLean Festival: En- charges as consumers rates, fees, and less than city resi- www.willmclean.com www.amycarolwebb. tertainment by inside the municipal charges. Any change or dents, who are receiv- for information. com. Florida’s best singers, boundaries. However, revision of such rates, ing the benefits.” Sept. 14 — Lucky Dec. 14 — Brian musicians and song- in addition thereto, fees, or charges may Cassidy argued the Mud: “From yodeling Smalley: “A very lively writers; Florida song the municipality may be made in the same city has filed multiple to rhythmic drumbeats, performance!” Smalley contest winners; music add a surcharge of not manner as such rates, documents about how from soft, sweet har- is a folksy flat picker – rain or shine (cov- more than 25 percent fees, or charges were and why it is justified monies to rootsy, with a new-grass, new- ered listening areas); of such rates, fees, and originally established, in charging surcharge. wicked, belt-it-out age acoustic style and workshops on song- charges to consumers but if such change or “The way the plain- Swamp sounds, Lucky with six CDs under his writing and various in- outside the bound- revision is to be made tiffs have read Mud makes “Mud belt. His latest, “Key,” struments: arts & aries. Fixing of such substantially pro rata (Statute) 180 is very Music!” Their latest re- is an acoustic novel set crafts vendors; chil- rates, fees, and as to all classes of narrow, very inflexi- lease is, “Pride,” and in the Florida Keys dren’s activities; deli- charges in this manner service, both inside ble,” she said. their music has taken telling the fictional cious food; camping shall not require a them on yearly tours of story of Painter Kellet facilities and campfire public hearing except Ireland and the British & Compass Rose. jam sessions with the as may be provided CLUB CAR 2012 EZ GO RXV Isles, from Nova Scotia “Chickens Pigs” is an entertainers. For for service to to Texas and the main acoustic play based in information, visit consumers inside the Refurbished Refurbished stages of the Florida Civil War era Florida www.willmclean.com. municipality.

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MARK A task she has done and looked forward to for NEWS NOTES continued from page 1 several years, according to her mother, Debra American Legion Osborne was chosen to DeWitt. activities slated attend Girls State in Tal- “Olana has a compas- American Legion lahassee from June 25 sion for helping people. Wall-Rives Post No. until July 3, while Kayla She is also very articu- 58 will meet at 7 p.m. Dawson was selected as late and has no fear of Wednesday, Aug. 8. the alternate. public speaking,” De- There will be no “Kayla was another Witt said proudly. dinner. remarkable young lady,” “When Olana went for The Women’s Auxil- Pollack said. “We tried her interview she men- iary will not meet in to place her with an- tioned about our (Fam- August. other Post, but we ily Hope Pregnancy Cub Pack No. 469 weren’t able to.” Center) and they didn’t meets from 7 to 8 p.m. Among the reasons Os- even know about it. She Mondays. borne was chose for this was able to speak from Bingo is at 6 p.m. honor include her in- Special to the Riverland News the heart about the Olana Osborne, left, raises her hands in triumph as she and her team participate in Thursdays. Doors volvement in student value of life.” an official bill signing. Osborne along with the other Florida senators worked on a open at 4. Smoking is government at Dunnel- Osborne had some bill with three other states (Connecticut, Vermont and Oregon) regarding GMO La- not allowed. Refresh- time with her family be- lon High. She just com- beling (genetically modified organisms). ments are available. pleted her junior year fore she went to Girls The indoor/outdoor and carried a 4.0 gpa. young women worked Advanced Topics of Post of coffee that morning, Nation in Washington, flea market will be She is also a talented together learning about Secondary Education to because she “didn’t D.C. The girls stayed at from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. dancer, has a black belt and becoming members streamline the idea of want to look tired.” “The the 4H Convention Cen- Saturday, Aug. 16. The in Tae Kwon Do and has of the Senate, House, exactly what the student ladies were so engaged ter and had many oppor- regularly scheduled gone on a mission trip governor, lieutenant wants to do when they in my interview that I tunities to interact with pancake breakfast every year since she was governor and all the graduate from college. easily answered their different state represen- will resume Sept. 20. 12. She has already trav- government positions. “So many students go questions.” tatives and senators dur- Penno VFW Post eled on three mission Osborne assumed the to college and do not The spectacular learning their stay. They were trips to Jamaica and role of city manager, ran have any idea of what ing experience for the able to take a tour of Ar- plans events twice to Honduras to unopposed as a lobbyist they want to do, so part girls ended with dinner lington Cemetery, the Edward W. Penno work with teens and and had two days of in- way through school they at the state capitol and White House and have a VFW Post 4864, 10199 young adults teaching teracting with some of will switch majors and the announcement of full day on Capitol Hill Citrus Springs Blvd., them about the Bible. the actual lobbyists. waste time and money,” awards. Osborne won arguing their bill. Their Citrus Springs, an- “The day after school “Dr. Dan, a Florida she said about her bill. the award for Outstand- experiences will favor- nounce the following let out I went for two professor, came and we “They didn’t have time ing Lobbyist and was ably influence them in events. weeks to Jamaica,” Os- had two full days of to read my bill and also chosen to fill one of their future education Join us for darts at 1 borne said. “I’m a team mentoring,” she said, re- therefore it was marked the two positions for and lifetime. p.m. Tuesdays and of one. When I work on calling the group of girls unfavorable. I couldn’t Girls Nation. In the fall, Osborne bingo at 1 p.m. Mon- the mission I immerse met 13 people while she argue my bill.” “They announced my will be earning high days. $1 hot dogs are myself with an Ameri- interviewed Rep. Alan Her disappointment name and everyone was school and college cred- available for lunch on can couple who are full- Williams. “We had pan- quickly left when she cheering and crying and its at the same time with those days. time missionaries near els every day and we was informed she was we all had a group hug,” a dual enrollment Plan to join us for Kingston.” were one on one with all one of 11 candidates said Osborne, one of just courses at the College of dinner from 5 to 6:30 When she returned these powerful people. nominated to be inter- 98 young women nation- Central Florida. Her p.m. Fridays. Tickets from her missionary trip Whatever we asked viewed and possibly at- wide selected to attend goal at this time is to be are $8 each. she had five days at them, they genuinely tend Girls National. Girls Nation. “Going to an International lawyer. The canteen is open home before she went to took the time to answer. Only two participants Girls National was such “I look at all this as a Sunday through Sat- Girls State in Tallahas- It far surpassed my from each Girls State a blessing for me.” privilege,” Osborne said. urday at noon; and see. She spent an inten- expectations.” program is chosen to at- After the exciting “I had no idea the depth closes at 8 p.m. or sive week taking classes, Each girl was re- tend Girls National. week in Tallahassee, Os- of this program.” later Monday through learning about state gov- quired to write a bill “We were all ex- borne returned to Al- Augie Salzer is a Saturday except for ernment and how to and be prepared to hausted from staying up bany, N.Y., where she correspondent for the meeting nights, and 6 campaign and run for argue it as part of the so late every night doing has been visiting and Riverland News. p.m. Sundays. all the city jobs and then overall experience. Os- our work,” she said, not- helping to care for her Emailer her at augie For information, the state positions. The borne’s bill was about ing she drank four cups maternal grandparents. @thingsintown.com. call 465-4864.

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Dedicated HERNANDO COUNTY preference, limitation WE BUY RV’S, Southeast! *Thursday 8/7/2014* or discrimination Or Walk Away Lease 2 Estate Auctions FAIRGROUNDS TRUCKS, TRAILERS, Admission $6.00 based on race, color, 5TH WHEELS, LOST DOG No Money Down 1 DAY -3pm outside (352) 799-3605 religion, sex, handi- & MOTOR HOMES Bodie- 6 month old 1-855-971-8524 table top treasures, cap, familial status or Call US 352-201-6945 lemon beagle. furniture, tools & Lost from national origin, or an more 6pm - 98’ intention, 431-0807 RIV 1579 E. Ridgeline City of Dunnellon - Water Use Permit Jaguar XK’ , Quality to make such prefer- Path, on June 14th. Furniture, Bose PUBLIC NOTICE He was wearing a ence, limitation or Notice is hereby given that the Southwest Florida Water Management District radio, T Kincaid, discrimination. “ Fa- red and white Decorator items+++ BUYING JUNK CARS has received an application for a renewal of water use permit application IN DUNNELLON milial status includes ★ ★ number 20008339.007 from City of Dunnellon, 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, FL collar. He has 2 ************************** Running or Not spots on the top children under the age CASH PAID-$300 & UP 34431 to withdraw water from wells. Application received: April 15, 2014. Pre- General call for info 637-9588 of 18 living with dominant use type: public supply. Quantity: annual average gallons per day of of his head that dudleysauction.com (352) 771-6191 resemble a domino Maintenance parents or legal cus- 1,602,482; peak month gallons per day 2,469,172. Location: Sections 13, 26, 35, several rental houses. 4000 S Florida Ave BRING YOUR todians, pregnant Township 16 South, Range 18 East; Sections 19, 30, Township 16 South, Range 19 piece. He is approx (US41S) Inverness 19 pounds. He is care of shrubs, FISHING POLE! women and people East in Marion County. The application is available for public inspection Mon- bushes, yard areas. Ab1667 10% bp securing custody of day through Friday at 2379 Broad Street, Brooksville, Florida 34604 or through neutered. He is very cash/ck. the “Application & Permit Search Tools” function on the District’s website at sweet but also very No tools required. children under 18. semi-retired welcome! This newspaper will CHRYSLER www.watermatters.org/permits/. Interested persons may inspect a copy of the scared. If you see 2012 Town & Country application and submit written objections and comments concerning the ap- Write: not knowingly accept him please do not Wheelchair van with 10’’ plication within 14 days from the date of this notice. Fred, Box 222, any advertising for chase him or call his lowered floor, ramp and Dunnellon, FL real estate which is in name. Call Nicole @ tie downs Call Tom for Published August 7, 2014. 34430-0222 violation of the law. 727-641-0995 BRAND NEW more info 352-325-1306 For more info Queen Size Pillow Top Our readers are and pictures Mattress Set $150. INVERNESS, FL hereby informed that 434-0807 RIV https://www.face Still in Original Plastic. all dwellings adver- City of Dunnellon - Carl West, Tree Removal tised in this newspa- book.com/groups/ (352) 484-4772 55+ park on lake w/5 PUBLIC NOTICE per are available on bringbodiehome/ piers, clubhouse and NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING an equal opportunity COMFORT WORKS, AIRLINE much more! Rent CITY OF DUNNELLON basis. To complain of A/C & HEATING CAREERS Begin incl. grass cutting TREE BOARD discrimination call Mention this ad for $29 TO CONSIDER A TREE REMOVAL REQUEST Here - and your water HUD toll-free at Service thru 9/30/14 The Tree Board will hold a public hearing for recommendation to the City Get FAA approved ✦ 1 bedroom, 1 bath ATTENTION: 1-800-669-9777. (352) 400 - 8361 Council regarding an after-the-fact tree removal permit application requested Aviation Maintenance $450. The toll-free telephone Lic# CAC1817447 by Carl West for the removal of one (1) Water Oak tree pursuant to the City of Technician training. VIAGRA and ✦ 2 bedroom, 1 bath Housing and Financial number for the Dunnellon, Code of Ordinances, Subpart A, General Ordinances, Chapter 74, CHURCH CIALIS USERS! $475. - $525. Vegetation, Article II, Trees, located at 11642 Mockingbird Dr., Dunnellon, Flor- aid for qualified A cheaper alternative Pets considered and hearing impaired is SECRETARY 1-800-927-9275. ida being Parcel Number 3454-005-005. The public hearing will be held at students. Job to high drugstore section 8 is accepted. Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, FL 34431, on Thursday, August placement assistance. Male or Female prices! 50 Pill Special Call 352-476-4964 28, 2014, at 5:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as can be heard. If necessary, this Call AIM $99. FREE Shipping! For Details! STUMP public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announce- Citrus Springs 866-314-3769 9a-2p., 5 days wk 100% Guaranteed. GRINDING ment at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice. CALL NOW: CALL JIM FOR knoweledge of The application, filed under application number PZ1314-82 submitted by Carl publisher helpful. 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The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, VA Benefits Eligible! Genie upgrade! 4BR/2BA Home YOU! the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use. Director of 877-994-9904 Sell it in the Church Music Call 1-800-481-2137 Classifieds. 1400 sqft, Large It may be just .52 acre lot Riverland If any accommodations are needed for persons with disabilities, please con- WANT A DISH TV the perfect Lease or Cash tact the Office of the City Clerk at 352-465-8500. Lead Ministry of CAREER RETAILER item $750 Dwn., $405/mo. News Music for progressive, to fill Published August 7, 2014. OPERATING Starting $19.99/ mo. somebody 855-664-8357 Classifieds Protestant church Heavy Equipment? (for 12 mos.) else’s need. LET US WORK near Ocala, FL Bulldozers, Backhoes, Find Out How to (+-5.5 hrs/week). TOLL FREE FOR YOU! Get Results! 435-0807 RIV Excavators. 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For further information please contact the Community Riverland subsection 713.78 of the on 08/21/2014, 8:00 am AM on August 22, 2014 Development Department at (352) 465-8500, ext. 1010. LET US WORK Florida Statutes. at 1914 N. Magnolia Ave at Woods Garage Inc, News FOR YOU! Duggan/Carl Johnson Ocala, FL 34475, pursu- 2777 NE 86th Ln, An- APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD. Notice is given that if any person desires to Driver Trainees Towing reserves the right ant to subsection 713.78 thony FL 32617, phone appeal any action taken by the Tree Board at the above hearing, a verbatim Classifieds RIVERL AND of the Florida Statutes. 352-629-7729. No titles, Needed NOW! to accept or reject any record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes, Get Results! NEWS and/or all bids. Tow Pro’s of Ocala re- as is, cash only. 286.0105. The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, 1FTZR15EX1PA92136 serves the right to ac- 2003 Ford the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use. Become a driver for CL ASSIFIEDS cept or reject any 1FMZU73K73ZA50309 CALL 2001 FORD Werner Enterprises. GET RESULTS! JA4LX31F25U039972 and/or all bids. Interested parties, con- If any accommodations are needed for persons with disabilities, please con- Earn $800 per week! TOLL FREE CALL TOLL FREE 2005 MITSUBISHI 1GCDT14W8YK214439 tact State Filing Service tact the Office of the City Clerk at 352-465-8500. Local CDL Training. 1-877-676-1403 WDBUF65J33A239866 2000 CHEVROLET 772-595-9555. 1-877-214-3624 1-877-676-1403 1GNEC13R6TJ313198 Published Aug. 7, 2014. Published August 7, 2014. Riverland News, Thursday, August 7, 2014 15 Historical Society to host event Special to the Riverland News Many of the images and books and publications histories are courtesy of about the military strate- With more than 200 vin- Florida’s municipal, gies, political ambitions, tage images, the “Sunshine county, and state historical and skirmishes that took State” remembers a stormy societies, libraries and mu- place in Florida during the time in American history seums, including the War Between the States, and celebrates its coura- Greater Dunnellon Histori- but Central Florida’s Civil geous veterans and their cal Society. War Veterans provides a families through author “Each county featured personal look into the lives Bob Grenier’s new title, spotlights those men and of the men and women “Central Florida’s Civil women, whether Union or who entered the annals of War Veterans,” the newest Confederate, aristocracy or Florida’s history,” Grenier addition to Arcadia Pub- commoner, magnates or writes. lishing’s Images of Amer- working class citizens, who the Greater Dunnellon ica series. made a lasting impression Historical Society will host “I hope that this book in their region,” Grenier Grenier for a history pres- encourages residents and said. entation and book signings tourists to visit places One hundred fifty years at 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 21, where they can learn more later, residents and tourists at Dunnellon’s Historic Stay updated about the men and women alike are sure to enjoy this Train Depot at 12061 S. who settled their commu- unique view of Central Williams St. nities and their roles in the Florida’s veterans and For information, call all year long War Between the States,” their role in the Civil War. “Boomtown” Sam Scott at $ Grenier said. “There are many great 352-229-1030. with the best of local news, Seeing the sights and sounds 22 events, coupons and more! 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