JULY 2018 Volume 12 Issue 9 MandarinNewsLineA Florida NewsLine Publication page 2 page 6 page 11 page 16 Take 5 Inquiring Minds Get To Know . Puzzles want to know! Donna Richardson Fourth annual Pet Mandarin Middle School Lady Hawks cap Supply Drive held undefeated season with trip to city finals By NewsLine Staff this month [email protected] By Martie Thompson [email protected] It’s summer … so that means it’s The Mandarin Middle School (MMS) time for the fourth annual Florida softball team recently made a run for NewsLine Pet Supply Drive, which a second city championship in three will run until July 17. Once again years. Anastasia Suhetskis, Sophia Davis this year, all and Montana Hunt were all in sixth items collected grade the first time that MMS won in will be donated 2016. Now returning to the champion- ship rounds in their eighth grade year, they worked hard to ensure that MMS was well represented. The MMS Lady Hawks had an unde- feated season and clinched the Southern Photos courtesy Tammy Suhetskis Division title going into the semi-finals. The Mandarin Middle School Lady Hawks After several rain delays, the semi-final game versus James Weldon Johnson was held at MMS. The Lady Hawks were stepped up their hitting game and dignity and a huge congratulations is able to pull off an upset by defeating scored an impressive four runs, includ- due them.” James Weldon Johnson 10 – 9 after six ing a two-run, out of the park home The talent on the team and the disci- Photo courtesy Martie Thompson innings, thus qualifying for the City of run by Baileigh Shoemaker. Unfortu- pline they bring to the field is testa- All ages can donate supplies for pets in need during Jackson- nately, ment to the coaching staff, Coach Jon Florida NewsLine’s annual Pet Supply Drive, now ville’s the through July 17. Kern and Assistant Coach Lori Bishop. Middle Lady Not only does Coach Kern have great School Hawks knowledge of the game, but he also has City fell to First Coast No More Homeless taught the team to take pride in their Cham- short in Pets for its Pet Food Bank, which is field by grooming it every night after pionship the last staffed completely by volunteers and practice and/or games to ensure it is game. inning, operates out of the First Coast No losing ready for the next day. A big believer More Homeless Pets Cassat Hospi- Going 10 – 8. in sportsmanship, Coach Kern has an tal. into opening introduction at every home “These game where he recognizes every starting Many local businesses in the St. the city finals on player specifi- Johns, Ponte Vedra, Nocatee and cally as well as Mandarin areas have generously Wednes- day, all teammates on agreed to be collection sites for the both home and Pet Supply Drive. Be sure to see the May 23, MMS visiting teams. ad detailing the locations in this Suhetskis said he issue. There is sure to be a location faced an ex- also makes sure convenient for you! Or, readers may the National An- drop items off at the Florida News- tremely tough opponent — Fletcher, whose them is played team came up short two seasons ago in girls at every home Pet Supply Drive cont. on pg. 11 the finals. Since last year’s final game are the game — express- was never played due to weather, they perfect ing pride for were seeking this championship to cap defini- our country and off their year. tion of teaching patrio- ‘deter- tism to the girls. Tied 1 – 1 through the third inning, mina- Permit No.4 Permit US Postage Paid US Anastasia Suhet- Callahan, FL 32011 Callahan, Presorted Standard MMS picked up steam and began to tion, build momentum with a 4 – 1 lead dedica- skis and Sophia in the fourth. Fletcher wasn’t having tion and an attitude of never give up’ Davis were chosen for DCPS Middle it. They held on and started a rally of until the very end of their season,” said School Athletic All Conference Honors their own, scoring six runs that made proud parent Tammy Suhetskis. “They for Mandarin Middle School. They the game look like it was over. Going have represented their team and their were recognized for their hard work and into the last inning down by six, MMS school with the utmost respect and dedication to their MMS team, as well as schoolwork. Advancing the Art & Science of ◆ 12525 Philips Hwy, Ste. 101, Jacksonville ◆ 7855 Argyle Forest Blvd, Ste. 701, Jacksonville ◆ 1541 Riverside Ave., Jacksonville Beautiful Skin ◆ 9191 R G Skinner Parkway, Ste. 202, Jacksonville ◆ 100 SR 13, Suite A, Saint Johns ◆ 1495 Kingsley Ave., Orange Park ◆ 200 Southpark Blvd., Ste. 207, St. Augustine ◆ 520 A1A North, Ste. 203, Ponte Vedra Beach The Nation’s Largest Dermatology Practice 866-400-DERM (3376) | AdvancedDerm.com Florida NewsLine Florida 12443 San Jose Ste. 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The rally is a protest Johns breads, jams, honey, plants, barbeque, of a developer’s proposed plan to swap Golf Italian ice and dog treats. The market protected, environmentally sensitive Club, is family and pet friendly (pets must be land in the Julington-Durbin Preserve Slammer on leash). with land on Black Hammock Island, & Squire at freeing the Julington-Durbin land for WGV, South Silent film night in Mandarin residential development. Several guided Hampton In celebration of its 95th anniversary, hikes will also be offered following the Golf Club, and the Mandarin Community Club will rally. Visit www.stjohnsriverkeeper.org Windsor Parke host a silent film evening on Friday, for more information. Golf Club. The tour Photo by MetroCreative July 27. Three films, called “shorts” goes on continuously and because each is about 20 minutes in Jacksonville Area Afternoon year-round, so golfers can join length, featuring memorable come- for free anytime. No handicap is neces- dian Buster Keaton have been selected Golf Tour accepting new sary and all skill levels are welcome. and will be enhanced with live music. members Play as little or as much as you want; candy making tips in a fun, hands-on Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and the you pay only when you play. Email activity — and everyone will go home The Jacksonville Area Afternoon Golf with a treat. The River City Women’s first film will premiere at 7:00 p.m. Ad- Tour is seeking local amateur golfers [email protected] for more mission is free. Concessions, including information. Club meets the third Wednesday of who would like to play one to two each month for lunch, camaraderie and the 1920s favorite, footlong hot dogs, days per week (weekdays and week- will be available at reasonable prices River City Women to learn a fundraising program for charity at ends) around 1 p.m. at the following the Ramada Inn, 3130 Hartley Road in at the concession counter or from an courses: Amelia River Golf Club, Bent usherette. The Mandarin Community candy making Mandarin. Social time begins at 10:30 Creek Golf Club, Blue Sky Golf Club, The July 18 program for the River City a.m., followed by a business meeting, Club is located at 12447 Mandarin Cimarrone Golf Club, Eagle Harbor Road. Seating is limited; email event Women’s Club includes homemade luncheon and program. Guests are wel- Golf Club, Eagle Landing Golf Club, fudge, gourmet popcorn, nostalgic come and reservations are required; call coordinator Ellen Milligan at Milli- Fernandina Beach Golf Club, Juling- [email protected] for reservations. candy, gifting, popcorn tins and party Florence at (904) 262-8719. ton Creek Golf Club, King & Bear favors. The Poppin Box will give at- at WGV, Magnolia Point Golf Club, tendees a demonstration and provide Leg pain? 5 symptoms you shouldn’t ignore Pain, aching, numbness or heaviness in your legs could be symptoms of peripheral artery disease (PAD). The condition is caused by a lack of blood flow due to narrowed or blocked blood vessels. The good news is you don’t have to live with leg pain. If you notice these symptoms, our physicians at Baptist Heart Specialists can help: 1. Leg pain when walking 2. Sores or wounds on the toes, feet or legs that heal slowly or not at all 3. A pale or bluish color to the skin 4. 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