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Serving Gilchrist County and Surrounding Area for over 83 Years 207 North Main Street, Trenton, Florida 32693 Vol. 83 –– No. 40 Phone (352) 463-7135 • Fax (352) 463-7393 www.gilchristcountyjournal.net Trenton, Florida 32693 Thursday, February 20, 2014 Price 50¢ $22.00 A Year In Tri-County Area (Gilchrist, Dixie & Levy Counties), $28.00 Other Areas Of Florida, $32.00 Out Of State February 20, 2014 THE GILCHRIST COUNTY JOURNAL WAS PLACED IN THE MAIL TO ALL SUBSCRIBERS ON WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON. IF IT ARRIVES LATE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR POSTMASTER. GCSO busts mobile meth lab By Carrie A. Mizell A Sunday afternoon traffic stop ended with two arrests and two children being taken into protective custody by officials from the Department of Children and Families. Harold E. Wilson, 34, of Old Town, and Stacey L. Kersey, 29, of Fanning Springs were pulled over for a traffic violation on February 16, just before 1:30 p.m. on Florida Street near 81st Trail in Fanning Springs. After searching the vehicle, Deputy M. Rexroat and Deputy S. Douglas, both of the Gilchrist County Sheriff’s Office, arrested the driver and passenger after discovering a mobile methamphetamine lab inside the vehicle. Kersey’s two children, ages 6 and 7, were in the vehicle at the time, so officers called in the Department of Children and Families. Wilson was charged with two counts of Child Neglect With Great Bodily Harm, Possession of Methamphetamine, Manufacture Methamphetamine, and Unlawful Possession of a Listed Chemical. Kersey was also charged with two counts of Child Neglect With Great Bodily Harm, Manufacture Methamphetamine, and Unlawful Possession of Listed Chemical. Both individuals appeared before County Judge Sheree Lancaster on Monday, Feb. 17. Bond was set at $450,000 for Wilson and $225,000 for Kersey. Harold E. Wilson Stacey L. Kersey By Carrie A. Mizell How do you explain a heart transplant to a 4-year-old? Bell Elementary School PreK teachers Shanann Cannon and Donna Sullivan simply say, “Wyatt was sick when he was a baby, so he got a new heart.” At 4, Wyatt Thomas’ classmates accept this explanation without question, after all, he looks and acts just fine. His red t-shirt, worn specifically for Valentine’s Day, covers the scars on Wyatt’s chest, evidence of the heart transplant he underwent at just 9-months-old. “When people see us they see a little boy, but when we look at Wyatt we see a miracle,” said Ann Thomas, Wyatt’s mother. With a buzzed haircut and big blue eyes that are full of little boy mischief, Wyatt is a ball of energy. He loves tractors and running dogs with his daddy, Johnny Thomas, and would rather play outside on the playground with his PreK classmates than be cooped up inside any day of the week. On Friday, Wyatt’s class celebrated Valentine’s Day, as well as National Donor Day. Not only did Wyatt and his classmates eat heart shaped candy and cheese puffs, but they also wore a red heart, cut from construction paper and pinned to their chest. The hearts read, “Thank you donor.” Wyatt’s construction paper heart was the largest and it stated, “I love you Miss Holli” and “Thank you”. Wyatt’s new heart belonged to a South Carolina baby who died at 7 months old after a tragic accident. Miss Holli is the baby’s mother. Four years after her son’s death, Holli still stays in contact with Wyatt’s mother, Ann. “I used to take organ donation for granted, but without that baby’s heart my son wouldn’t be here,” Ann said. “Every time Wyatt hits another milestone I think of Holli and what she’s missing out on with her son.” Since Wyatt has been old enough to talk, his parents have told him repeatedly that he has an angel and they point to his heart. When he gets older Johnny and Ann plan to show Wyatt a picture of the baby boy who died and tell him that the baby’s heart saved his life. February is Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Month. The website organdonor.gov is set up to promote organ donation to save lives. According to the website, 121,234 Americans are waiting for an organ, 18 people die each day waiting for an organ, and one organ donor can save up to eight lives. Please consider donating the gift of life to families like Gilchrist County’s own Thomas family. Wyatt Thomas is shown with his PreK class at Bell Elementary School. Organ donation saved Wyatt’s life Johnny and Ann Thomas are crazy about their son, Wyatt. Local candidates come out for 2014 election Cloud Haley Christie McElroy By Carrie A. Mizell It’s only February and already four political candidates have notified the Supervisor of Elections that they intend to seek public office in 2014. Incumbent Cloud E. Haley will once again seek election to the Gilchrist County School Board, District 1 seat. This year, he will face a challenge from longtime educator Christie L. McElroy. Michelle Walker-Crawford will seek re-election to her School Board, District 3 position. Likewise, County Commissioner, District 2 D. Ray Harrison, Jr. has formally submitted his intent to seek re-election this year. School Board, District 5, which is currently held by Deen Lancaster, is also up for election in 2014, along with County Commissioner, District 4, which is currently held by John Rance Thomas. Two seats on the Soil and Water Conservation Board are also up for election in 2014. The District 2 seat, which is held by Adam Cook and the District 4 seat that Kelly Philman holds are both up for election this year. According to Connie Sanchez, Gilchrist County supervisor of elections, the primary election will be held on August 26, 2014. The general election will follow on November 4, 2014. Official qualifying for the 2014 election will run from noon on June 16, 2014 to noon on June 20, 2014. Anyone interested in running for public office in Gilchrist County is asked to contact the Supervisor of Elections Office for more information. Call 463-3194 or visit www.votegilchrist.com . Submitted On Thursday Feb. 20, 2014 at 1 p.m. the Children’s Table will be doing a food distribution in the parking lot next to A-1 Pest Control on South Main Street in Trenton. The Children’s Table is a 501 C3 non profit that distributes food in the tri county area to all persons. The Children’s Table will be distributing food at this location every Thursday beginning with the February 20 distribution. A donation of $3.50 is requested to help with the cost of fuel, but it is not required in order to obtain the food. The distribution is open to all persons. Should you have any questions please contact the Children’s Table at (352) 486-6525. Food distribution By Christine Smith On December 23, 2013, lives were changed forever…a young man, his family, his teammates, his classmates, his teachers, his coaches, and all who knew him. Lane Langford, a junior at Trenton High School and a member of the football team, was involved in an automobile accident. As a result of the injuries he sustained, Lane is paralyzed below his waist. I remember visiting Lane a few days after the accident. As we approached his hospital room, we were not sure what to expect. Although only a few days before his life had been irreparably changed, the heart of a champion was still evident in Lane’s countenance and determination. Using his upper body strength, he hoisted himself up and looked us square in the eye. He began to thank us for coming and to reassure us that he would not be staying in that bed. And, true to his word, Lane returned back to school in late January. His first school appearance was at the football banquet. With head held high, he rolled himself into the auditorium and victoriously came back as part of the team to celebrate their accomplishments together. That is Lane. No quitting allowed. We have organized a Spirit Night to help support Lane and his family “Team Up for Lane” fundraiser will benefit Trenton High School athlete as they deal with the expenses of past care and of future care. Things we take for granted must now be considered… width of doorways in his home, adaptations to vehicles, accommodations that must be made so that Lane can continue on his path to becoming an independent young man. Although we wear different colored uniforms and cheer on different teams, I believe we can all come together as one team to support this amazing young man. “Team Up for Lane” will be held at Beef O’Bradys on Monday, Feb. 24 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. If teams or student groups from other schools would like to wear their school jerseys to identify themselves as joining Lane’s team from their respective high school, that would be awesome!! Trenton High School student Lane Langford Michelle Walker-Crawford D. Ray Harrison, Jr. Look inside! Springs Restoration page 2 FSA Election page 3 Sheriff’s Awards page 4 Sweetheart Pageant page 5 Florida State Fair page 6 Obituaries page 7 Legal Notices pages 7-8 Classifieds page 9 THS Softball Teams page 10

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Serving Gilchrist County and Surrounding Area for over 83 Years207 North Main Street, Trenton, Florida 32693

Vol. 83 –– No. 40 Phone (352) 463-7135 • Fax (352) 463-7393www.gilchristcountyjournal.net Trenton, Florida 32693 Thursday, February 20, 2014 Price 50¢ $22.00 A Year In Tri-County Area (Gilchrist,

Dixie & Levy Counties), $28.00 Other Areas Of Florida, $32.00 Out Of State

February 20, 2014

THE GILCHRIST COUNTY JOURNAL WAS PLACED IN THE MAIL TO ALL SUBSCRIBERS ON WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON. IF IT ARRIVES LATE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR POSTMASTER.

GCSO busts mobile meth labBy Carrie A. Mizell

A Sunday afternoon traffic stop ended with two arrests and two children being taken into protective custody by officials from the Department of Children and Families.

Harold E. Wilson, 34, of Old Town, and Stacey L. Kersey, 29, of Fanning Springs were pulled over for a traffic

violation on February 16, just before 1:30 p.m. on Florida Street near 81st Trail in Fanning Springs.

After searching the vehicle, Deputy M. Rexroat and Deputy S. Douglas, both of the Gilchrist County Sheriff’s Office, arrested the driver and passenger after discovering a mobile methamphetamine lab inside the vehicle.

Kersey’s two children, ages 6 and 7, were in the vehicle at the time, so officers called in the Department of Children and Families.

Wilson was charged with two counts of Child Neglect With Great Bodily Harm, Possession of Methamphetamine, Manufacture Methamphetamine, and Unlawful Possession of a Listed Chemical.

Kersey was also charged with two counts of Child Neglect With Great Bodily Harm, Manufacture Methamphetamine, and Unlawful Possession of Listed Chemical.

Both individuals appeared before County Judge Sheree Lancaster on Monday, Feb. 17. Bond was set at $450,000 for Wilson and $225,000 for Kersey. Harold E. Wilson Stacey L. Kersey

By Carrie A. MizellHow do you explain a heart

transplant to a 4-year-old? Bell Elementary School PreK

teachers Shanann Cannon and Donna Sullivan simply say, “Wyatt was sick when he was a baby, so he got a new heart.”

At 4, Wyatt Thomas’ classmates accept this explanation without question, after all, he looks and acts just fine. His red t-shirt, worn specifically for Valentine’s Day, covers the scars on Wyatt’s chest, evidence of the heart transplant he underwent at just 9-months-old.

“When people see us they see a little boy, but when we look at Wyatt we see a miracle,” said Ann Thomas, Wyatt’s mother.

With a buzzed haircut and big blue eyes that are full of little boy mischief, Wyatt is a ball of energy. He loves tractors and running dogs with his daddy, Johnny Thomas, and would rather play outside on the playground with his PreK classmates than be cooped up inside any day of the week.

On Friday, Wyatt’s class celebrated Valentine’s Day, as well as National Donor Day. Not only did Wyatt and his classmates eat heart shaped candy and cheese puffs, but they also wore a red heart, cut from construction paper and pinned to their chest. The hearts read, “Thank you donor.” Wyatt’s construction paper heart was the largest and it stated, “I love you Miss Holli” and “Thank you”.

Wyatt’s new heart belonged to a South Carolina baby who died at 7 months old after a tragic accident. Miss Holli is the baby’s mother. Four years after her son’s death, Holli still stays in contact with Wyatt’s mother, Ann.

“I used to take organ donation for granted, but without that baby’s heart my son wouldn’t be here,” Ann said. “Every time Wyatt hits

another milestone I think of Holli and what she’s missing out on with her son.”

Since Wyatt has been old enough to talk, his parents have told him repeatedly that he has an angel and they point to his heart. When he gets older Johnny and Ann plan to show Wyatt a picture of the baby boy who died and tell him that the baby’s heart saved his life.

February is Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Month. The website organdonor.gov is set up to promote organ donation to save lives. According to the website, 121,234 Americans are waiting for an organ, 18 people die each day waiting for an organ, and one organ donor can save up to eight lives.

Please consider donating the gift of life to families like Gilchrist County’s own Thomas family.

Wyatt Thomas is shown with his PreK class at Bell Elementary School.

Organ donation saved Wyatt’s life

Johnny and Ann Thomas are crazy about their son, Wyatt.

Local candidates come out for 2014 election

Cloud Haley Christie McElroy

By Carrie A. MizellIt’s only February and already four

political candidates have notified the Supervisor of Elections that they intend to seek public office in 2014.

Incumbent Cloud E. Haley will once again seek election to the Gilchrist County School Board, District 1 seat. This year, he will face a challenge from longtime educator Christie L. McElroy.

Michelle Walker-Crawford will seek re-election to her School Board, District 3 position. Likewise, County Commissioner, District 2 D. Ray Harrison, Jr. has formally submitted his intent to seek re-election this year.

School Board, District 5, which is currently held by Deen Lancaster, is also up for election in 2014, along with County Commissioner, District 4, which is currently held by John Rance Thomas.

Two seats on the Soil and Water Conservation Board are also up for election in 2014. The District 2 seat, which is held by Adam Cook and the District 4 seat that Kelly Philman

holds are both up for election this year.

According to Connie Sanchez, Gilchrist County supervisor of elections, the primary election will be held on August 26, 2014. The general election will follow on November 4, 2014.

Official qualifying for the 2014 election will run from noon on June 16, 2014 to noon on June 20, 2014.

Anyone interested in running for public office in Gilchrist County is asked to contact the Supervisor of Elections Office for more information. Call 463-3194 or visit www.votegilchrist.com .

SubmittedOn Thursday Feb. 20, 2014 at

1 p.m. the Children’s Table will be doing a food distribution in the parking lot next to A-1 Pest Control on South Main Street in Trenton.

The Children’s Table is a 501 C3 non profit that distributes food in the tri county area to all persons.

The Children’s Table will be distributing food at this location every Thursday beginning with the February 20 distribution.

A donation of $3.50 is requested to help with the cost of fuel, but it is not required in order to obtain the food.

The distribution is open to all persons. Should you have any questions please contact the Children’s Table at (352) 486-6525.

Food distribution

By Christine SmithOn December 23, 2013, lives were

changed forever…a young man, his family, his teammates, his classmates, his teachers, his coaches, and all who knew him.

Lane Langford, a junior at Trenton High School and a member of the football team, was involved in an automobile accident. As a result of the injuries he sustained, Lane is paralyzed below his waist.

I remember visiting Lane a few days after the accident. As we approached his hospital room, we were not sure what to expect. Although only a few days before his life had been irreparably changed, the heart of a champion was still evident in Lane’s countenance and determination. Using his upper body strength, he hoisted himself up and looked us square in the eye. He began to thank us for coming and to reassure us that he would not be staying in that bed.

And, true to his word, Lane returned back to school in late January. His first school appearance was at the football banquet.

With head held high, he rolled himself into the auditorium and victoriously came back as part of the team to celebrate their accomplishments together.

That is Lane. No quitting allowed.We have organized a Spirit Night

to help support Lane and his family

“Team Up for Lane” fundraiser will benefit Trenton High School athlete

as they deal with the expenses of past care and of future care.

Things we take for granted must now be considered… width of doorways in his home, adaptations to vehicles, accommodations that must

be made so that Lane can continue on his path to becoming an independent young man.

Although we wear different colored uniforms and cheer on different teams, I believe we can all come

together as one team to support this amazing young man.

“Team Up for Lane” will be held at Beef O’Bradys on Monday, Feb. 24 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

If teams or student groups from other schools would like to wear their school jerseys to identify themselves as joining Lane’s team from their respective high school, that would be awesome!!

Trenton High School student Lane Langford

Michelle Walker-Crawford

D. Ray Harrison, Jr.

Look inside!Springs Restoration page 2FSA Election page 3 Sheriff’s Awards page 4Sweetheart Pageant page 5Florida State Fair page 6Obituaries page 7Legal Notices pages 7-8Classifieds page 9THS Softball Teams page 10

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Page Two THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2014GILCHRIST COUNTY JOURNAL

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Community Events

Dear Journal Subscriber,As an added convenience to you, the renewal date for your subscription has been printed alongside your address. You may renew your paper at any time during the year. If your paper is past due, you will receive a postcard bill in your mail. We just wanted to bring this to your attention to save on postage costs and to eliminate any chance of a subscription becoming delinquent.

Thank you for your business.

Free tax preparation and e-file with an AARP tax aide is available on Mondays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., until April 14, 2014, at the Trenton Library. Call (352) 463-3176 to make an appointment.

AARP tax aide available

There will be a free Childbirth and Breastfeeding Class presented by Gilchrist County Healthy Start and Childhood Development Services, Inc.

The class will be on Wednesday, Feb. 26, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., in the Healthy Start office at 225 SW 1st Ave, Trenton.

Everyone is invited to attend this free class and can call (352) 463-6252 for more information or to RSVP.

Free class on childbirth

Trenton QB Club raffle

The Trenton Quarterback Club is having a fundraiser to generate money to purchase state championship rings for the 2013 1A Football Champs.

The club is holding a steak dinner on Saturday, Mar. 8, at the TES Cafeteria, beginning at 6 p.m.

The club will also have a grand prize, a custom self contained cooker, and a second prize of a Trenton Tiger custom cooler designed and manufactured by Coarsey Brothers Fiberglass. The drawings for the prizes will be held during the steak dinner. On these prizes, a ticket holder does not have to be present to win. Tickets are available now at the Gilchrist County Property Appraiser’s Office and Capital City Bank, or see any Trenton High School football player.

Tide Tables For The Week of 2/20 to 2/26for the mouth of the Suwannee River

If you would like to give of your time to help patients and their families you would be a good fit for this task. After training you may assist in errands, giving respite for the family or just giving companionship to the patient.

Training will be held Monday, Feb. 24, Thursday, Feb. 27, and Friday, Feb. 28, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day, at the Haven Hospice Administration Building. They are located at 311 NE 9th Street in Chiefland. For more information, call Vondla Sullivan at (352)493-2333.

The University of Florida’s Insti-tute of Food and Agricultural Sci-ences through the Levy County Agri-cultural Extension Service is offering a workshop in Pasture and Paddock Management for local farm owners. The workshop will take place at the Levy County Agricultural Center in Bronson on Tuesday, Feb. 25, at 6:30 p.m. If one would like to at-tend you must register by calling Sharon at (352) 486-5131 from 8:00 a.m. till 4:30 p.m. There is a limit of 50 attendees first come first serve by RSVP. There is no charge for the workshop.

Subject matter will cover general establishment and care of pastures for horses and cattle and will target farmers with land holdings of less than 120 acres. Specific topics will include (but not limited to):

What types of grasses do well for small pasture and paddock applications?How does one fertilize properly including how, when and with what?How do you wisely purchase fertilizer?Weed controlPlanning and establishing a pas-ture or paddock.

This workshop will include plenty of opportunity for dialogue between students and instructor and we plan to have a couple of your neighbors who will relate their experiences with some of the management prac-tices that will be discussed during the class.

The Levy County Agricultural Center is located at 625 North Ha-thaway in Bronson. That’s the large white building on Alt 27 north, and a 1/4 mile from the traffic light.

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Hospice offers training

Pasture, Paddock Management Workshop

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The American Legion Riders will be having a pancake breakfast Saturday, Feb. 22, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.

All proceeds will benefit veterans. American Legion Post 91 is located

on US 129, south of the Gilchrist County Agricultural Complex.

We will be holding a pancake breakfast every fourth Saturday of the month. Come out, eat, and fellowship with us.

American Legion Breakfast

The Gilchrist County Republican Executive Committee will meet on Monday, Feb. 24 at 7 p.m., at the Bell Community Center.

Mark your calendar and make plans on coming out to the next Gilchrist REC Meeting. We are now in an election year. It is time to start gearing up to get conservative republicans elected in every office. This year we will be working to get Governor Rick Scott re-elected as well as our entire Republican Cabinet. Congressman Yoho and State Representative Keith Perry are up for re-election as well as our local county commission and school board races. Come out, get involved, and work to make a difference in your community and your state.

Guest speaker for this month will be Alex Patton. Alex is a media and communications expert. Republican political consultant, and political pollster. He is the owner of Ozean Media, an agency offering political consulting to Republican candidates, trade associations, conservative causes, and ballot initiatives. Alex has consulted on behalf of Republican candidates both locally and throughout the State of Florida. He is best known for his candid communication, fierce loyalty, and competitive spirit. He will be on hand to give his thoughts and insight on the outlook for Republicans in 2014 and how we can win.

Gilchrist Republicans will meet

Toxic Round-up is March 22

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection and the Gilchrist County Commission are sponsoring a convenient, environmentally friendly, free of charge collection, treatment, recycling and proper disposal of hazardous waste.

The collection will take place Saturday, Mar. 22, at the Solid Waste Transfer and Recycling Center in Bell, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the City Park Picnic Shelter in Trenton, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. All Gilchrist County residents are welcome. This is a fee based program for small businesses, contact (352) 334-0440 for fees and program availability.

Unwanted household chemicals, automotive fluid and various hazard-ous chemicals, materials, substances or products that are generated or discarded by households can be toxic to the public and pose a threat to the environment if improperly discarded. These materials can be dangerous and should be properly stored and managed.

Items that will be accepted include, but are not limited to: aerosol cans, batteries, computers, TVs and household electronics, fluorescent lamps, household cleaners, insecticides, paint and paint products, prescriptions and over the counter medications, used oils, lubricants, and filters.

All containers must be labeled. Explosives, reactives and radioactive or infectious wastes are not accepted.

For more information and a complete list of accepted items, call Patrick Fischer at (352) 463-3185 or visit www.alachuacountyhazwaste.us .

Alex Patton

Smart Driver Safety Course offered to local seniors

A bingo and ice cream social will be held this Saturday, Feb. 22 from 2 p.m to 5 p.m at Trenton United Methodist Church Social Hall, which is located at 203 SE 2nd Street in Trenton.

A $5 donation gives you all the ice cream you can eat and one bingo card. Small prizes will be given out to the bingo winners.

All proceeds will go to the Relay for Life ‘Crossing Out Cancer’ Team. Relay for Life prizes will be given to those who have money to turn in as well. Luminary bags will be on sale for you to decorate and add names on (in Memory of, in Honor of etc.)

Come out Saturday and enjoy great fellowship! Have some fun playing bingo and eating ice cream.

A Smart Driver Safety Class for seniors will be offered on Tuesday, March 4, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Capital City Bank in Chiefland.

The objectives of the course in-clude: understanding the effects of aging on driving, learning defensive driving strategies aimed at reducing crash risks, updating knowledge of the rules of the road in Florida, and increasing confidence and maintain-ing independence. There are no tests. Please bring a sack lunch.

The Certificate of Completion pro-vides for a 3 year auto insurance dis-count for seniors age 55 and over.

Capital City Bank is located at 2012 North Young Blvd. in Chiefland.

Class size is limited. Registration is required. Please call Linda at 352-493-1742

Bingo and ice cream to benefit Relay

“Go Green, Shop Local, Have Fun” in High Springs

Downtown High Springs will come alive for Fantastic Friday, “Go Green, Shop Local, Have Fun” on Friday, March 7 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

It will be a fun evening sponsored by the High Springs Community Development Corporation (CDC).

Visit the shops open on Main Street and First Avenue, attend the Artist of the Month Exhibit and Wine and Cheese Reception at the High Springs Art Co-op, tour the High Springs Historical Society Museum and enjoy children’s activities, live music, sidewalk vendors, auctions at Wisteria Cottage at 6:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m., and 8:30 p.m. and much more for the whole family to enjoy!

For more information, call or e-mail Dot at (386) 454-7010 or [email protected]

The Newberry Lion’s Club Family Farm Life Art Show was a success. The winners were announced at the Newberry Mainstreet Firehouse Gal-lery on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2014. The awards will be presented to the stu-dents during the, February 24, 2014, City of Newberry Commission meet-ing, at 7 p.m.

Best in Show was Davis Ocepk, 3rd Grade.

Kindergarten: 1st – Anthony Riz-zo; 2nd – Rosslyn Woodstuff

First Grade: 1st – Zane Spires; 2nd – Bradley Leon

Second Grade: 1st – Jyllian Lott; 2nd – Jamia Hunt

Third Grade: 1st – Tyler Marden; 2nd - Riley Copti

Fourth Grade: 1st – Colton Myers; 2nd – Alicia Bryant

Thank you to everyone who par-ticipated in the Family Farm Life Art Show!

Lion’s ClubFamily Farm Life Art Show winners announced

The Suwannee River Water Man-agement District (District) Governing Board on Feb. 11 approved several agreements totaling approximately $765,000 to implement cooperative springs protection and restoration projects in key locations through-out the District. These agreements are putting state appropriations for springs protection and restoration to work.

The District will partner with Jef-ferson County, Suwannee County, and Gilchrist County to conduct res-toration activities at Wacissa Springs, Charles Springs, Hart Springs and Otter Springs. The projects will im-prove water quality by removing sediment within the springs and sta-bilizing the springs banks to control further erosion.

Plans also include the District part-nering with an agriculture producer in Gilchrist County, the Florida Depart-ment of Agriculture and Consumer Services, and DEP to reduce nitrate in groundwater within the Ginnie and Gilchrist Blue springsheds of the Lower Santa Fe River Basin. The project involves implementing new technologies that have been shown to remove more than 95 percent of nitrate, with an estimated annual ni-trate removal of 7,500 pounds – or four pickup truck loads. The District will also be partnering with a plant

District staff discuss restoration efforts that will take place at Charles Springs in Suwannee County.

Restoration activities approved for Hart and Otter Springs

nursery in Alachua County to ex-pand a current denitrification system to reduce nitrate loading within the Upper Santa Fe River Basin and to contribute to improved water quality within the springs of the Lower Santa Fe River Basin. The first phase of the project reduced nitrogen loading by 64 percent annually or 6,105 pounds, which is nearly three and one-half pickup truck loads.

“Many of these projects will take place in strategic locations to support the recovery of groundwater levels within the Lower Santa Fe River Ba-sin, while assisting with the imple-mentation of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Basin Management Action Plan to improve water quality within the Santa Fe River Basin,” said District Executive Director Ann Shortelle. “These projects are only made pos-sible by state appropriations to the District and by cooperative funding through our project partners.”

The District will also be partnering with an aquaculture operation in Ala-chua County to implement a water reuse project. The project will offset about 900,000 gallons of groundwa-ter weekly – or 47 million gallons annually – within the Ginnie and Gil-christ Blue springsheds in the Lower Santa Fe River Basin. The District is also partnering with Gainesville Regional Utilities to construct a re-charge wetland in Alachua County. The first phase of the project will pro-vide between roughly 500,000 and 1 million gallons per day in recharge to the aquifer to support spring flows in the Poe Springs Watershed and ben-efit water supplies within the Lower Santa Fe River Basin.

“Today’s Board action will ad-vance projects to reduce nutrient loadings and restore flows necessary to revitalize the Santa Fe Basin,” said Tom Frick, Director of DEP’s Divi-sion of Environmental Assessment and Restoration. “The projects are critical to achieving the nutrient re-duction targets the DEP set in 2012, and are an integral part of the over-all restoration plan for the Santa Fe River and its many springs.”

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GILCHRIST COUNTY JOURNAL Page ThreeTHURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2014

Socials

By Cindy Jo Ayers

Marriageapplications filed in Gilchrist County

At the Suwannee River Shrine Club(Located on State Road 26, about

½ mile north of Fanning Springs, FL)

Tickets: $7 per personDinner includes

BBQ Chicken, sides & drinkMarch 1st

11:00 am - 3:00 pmBring your own shotgun or use ours---

shells will be provided.Check your shotgun pattern before spring gobbler season.

Tickets available at the Shrine Club on thedate of the event or in advance

by calling 352-463-2202 (free delivery of tickets).

Suwannee River Shrine Club

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“Never put off till tomorrow what may be done day after tomorrow just as well.”

- Mark Twain

Boy, have I had a humdinger of a weekend. Bright and early Saturday morning I tackled one of the most dreaded jobs around the house. I don’t know about you, but I sure can put off cleaning out our freezer for a good long time. Not that I’m a pro-crastinator or anything like that, I just tend to put things off a bit.

Yep, there sure was a lot of caked up ice to scrape through and lots of surprises in the old freezer. Luckily we have a small freezer out in the garage that I could move the inside freezer food to while I cleaned it out. The only problem was that the small freezer in the garage had to be cleaned out some before a single package of inside food could be moved.

Years ago John laid claim to the outside freezer and frankly I don’t even lift the lid. In fact, to tell you the truth, I’m a little afraid to see what all resides in that freezer. But, truly it wasn’t too bad after removing two big plastic buckets of ice he had frozen for some upcoming fishing trip. I got down to a couple boxes of fish bait which is pretty smelly when thawed. Then I found several pack-ages of very old fish, in fact no one knows just how old it is because my guy doesn’t date freezer bags. After the very old fish came out, I uncov-ered a mesh bag full of crawfish.

At that point I decided it was time to quit exploring John’s freezer be-cause there was enough room to store the frozen food from the inside freez-er and thus far I had not uncovered anything covered in fur. Time to stop while I was still ahead.

But, as you might guess several garbage bags of not so good stuff was hauled away from the inside freezer also.

After the work was done we now have several bags of last spring’s acre peas, a couple bags of butter beans, several packages of grouper and a couple packs of venison neatly tucked back into a very clean freezer. Funny how bad I dreaded this job and how it makes me smile to open the door to find the ol’ freezer looking almost brand new.

As you might guess, there is a rea-son for the big clean out. There is half of a locally-raised cow heading our way this weekend.

Let me tell you, I am some kind of excited about the prospect of cooking this beef. Last night, I went to sleep with images of grilled steaks, tender roast, and beef liver, dancing through my head.

It really does not take much to make a country woman happy. A cleaned out freezer soon to be full of beef, that was raised with a great deal of care by a dear friends, and her family, does it for me.

Life is so sweet. It doesn’t seem like many people

are interested in my recipe for fried beef liver smothered in onion gravy served over a mound of stone ground grits these days, so I’ll pass on that recipe and move on to a very simple recipe that most people would like.

Who pray tell, does not like a good steak?

Black Pepper Steak2 rib-eye steaks about 1 ¼” to 1 ½” thickSaltGarlic powder3 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup chopped green onionsFresh ground black pepper

Sprinkle both sides of steak with garlic powder and salt, set aside. Let the steaks come to room tempera-ture.

Melt the butter in a cast iron frying pan over medium heat, add the olive oil. Add green onions and cook, stir-ring until the onions are tender. Re-move the onions and set aside. Add cracked pepper to one side of steaks, pressing pepper into steak with palm of your hand and place it in hot pan pepper side down. Sprinkle top side of steak with pepper. Cook the steaks for about 5 minutes per side or till desired oneness. Remove steaks and sprinkle green onions over them and serve.

John’sComments

By John M. Ayers

Christopher James Elszasz, 28, of Grand Island and Brettney Maxine Cromwell, 22, of Trenton.

Fred London, 34, of Trenton and Crystal Rena Lamb, 26, of Chiefland.

Ronald Alan Fisher, Sr., 46, and Jeanette Patrice McManus, 41, both of Bell.

Terry Delane Loudermilk, 57, of Bell and Barbara Hunter Conway, 67, of Archer.

Frank Booth Dipple, 61, of St. Pe-tersburg and Kristin Linne Cathey, 45, of High Springs.

Marriages filed in Gilchrist County

Terry Delane Loudermilk, 57, of-Bell and Barbara Hunter Conway, 67, of Archer, were married on February 14, 2014, by Bro. Eddie Hatch, Pas-tor, Fowler’s Baptist Church.

Frank Booth Dipple, 61, of St. Pe-tersburg and Kristin Linne Cathey, 45, of High Springs, were married on February 14, 2014, by Verna Mae Wilson, notary public.

Dear Editor,The art of lying is not unique to

politicians of any political party. Many people believe “most” politicians lie most of the time. That’s probably not correct, however, what may be closer to the truth is “some” politicians lie most of the time. These are the easy ones to spot as they choke on the truth if they ever attempt to speak it. Many of our politicians in Washington have recently taken lying to a new level regarding several national issues. The Affordable Care Act, Bengazi, Fast and Furious, the IRS targeting of US citizens, and the latest NSA spying scandal are all examples of our government out of control. If you hadn’t heard, good honorable Americans died over several of these occurrences and their families and we Americans are still awaiting answers. Shameful. It all reminds me of another politician, William Jefferson “Big Dawg” Clinton, lying under oath for which he lost his license to practice law. Additionally, he faced an impeachment trial for perjury and obstruction of justice. Politicians and lying, some things never change because we Americans do not hold our elected officials accountable for the things they say and do (or don’t do) as long as they just keep giving us “folks” more “free” stuff. Yes, Virginia, it is true, there really are millions of Americans who actually believe it is all “free”. Thank you and a tip of the hat to our career, self-serving, anything for a vote, politicians. Yikes!!

Jon GrayBell

I want to thank Alan Lott for stop-ping by the Gilchrist County Journal last week and sharing with us sev-eral heads of his tasty and beautiful Snowball Y organic cauliflower.

Alan explained that he planted this variety in September 2013 when he planted his fall garden, right along side his broccoli. Alan said his grand-daughter has really enjoyed the broc-coli and his heads of cauliflower have just begun to head up as well.

“The cauliflower take a really long time to mature, but it is well worth it when you get to eat it,” Alan ex-plained.

Cindy Jo has been growing brocco-li and carrots with the grandchildren now for some time. Gus and Allie Claire love eating the fresh vegeta-bles and learning about the garden.

It is nearing springtime and soon the bees will be buzzing and the warm weather will have everything around here in a growing spree. I look for-ward to springtime, as the water will soon be warm and fishing will be at its best.

Letters to the Editor

Thank youDear Editor,

We at Gilchrist Trucking would like to thank the Gilchrist County Chamber of Commerce for choosing us as the Business of the Year. It is truly an honor to be chosen for this award.

It was made possible not only by ourselves, but also our dedicated em-ployees, loyal customers, vendors who helped us through the rough times, friends who offered and gave good help and advice, and a great community, in which we are blessed to live and work.

Again, thank you. Donald and Julie Greene

Bell

Politicians and Lying

Happy Birthday wishes to Beu-lah Davis, Jerry Perryman, Tiffany Ozment Wood, Mike Pruitt, Jessica Sandy and Cadence Genice Thigpen on February 20th; Chelsey Phoebus, Tonya Light, Betty Horne, Wade Wilkerson, Dottie Thornton and Von-nelle Langford on February 21st; John Langford, Sr., Brandi Coleman, Seth Hastings, Maggie Edwards, Ronnie Koltz, Jr. and Leslie A. Coy-er on February 22nd; Donnie Crise, Dewayne Bivens and Mark Weaver on February 23rd; Shirley Stalvey, Nikki Shearin and Curtis Summers on February 24th; Wayne Langford, Andrew Breton, Rich Watson and Todd Smith on February 25th.

Happy Anniversary wishes to Mr. and Mrs. Michael Bone on February 22nd; Mr. and Mrs. Mike Burnett on February 23rd; Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Inglitt, and Kenneth and Pat Cros-by on February 24th; Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Scott and Mr. and Mrs. Dale Thigpen, Jr. on February 25th.

SubmittedThe Trenton Rotary Club in-

ducted two new members at its meeting on Monday, Feb. 10, 2014.

New members are Carron Carrington, an attorney with and sponsored by Mark Feather, and Jeff Manning, a lieutenant with the Gilchrist County Sheriff’s Office, sponsored by Sheriff Bobby Schultz. Todd Gray stood in for Sheriff Schultz who could not make the meeting.

Trenton Rotarians are pictured from left to right, Todd Gray, Mark Feather, Carron Carrington, President Theresa Sapp, Jeff Manning and Past Presi-dent Jo Buckles.

New members inducted into Trenton Rotary Club

SubmittedThe Trenton Rotary Club, at its

regular Monday lunch meeting, hosted Jill Heinerth, one of the best known and most experienced female cave divers in the world today.

Jill has been in places within the earth that have seen less people than have walked on the moon.

She has dived within watery caves in Antarctic icebergs cataloging strange new life forms never before known.

Jill gave the program to the Rotar-ians on conquering fear which has been the driving force in her life of exploration.

Although Jill was born in Canada she has been a longtime resident of Gilchrist County.

Cave diver speaks toTrenton Rotarians

Jo Buckles, past president of Trenton Rotary is pictured with, from left, Theresa Sapp, current president, Jill Heinerth and her husband, Robert McClellen, who is often referred to as “Mr. Jill.”

FSA county committee election results finalized

Results of this year’s election for the vacant seats on the Gilchrist/Dixie/Levy County Farm Service Agency committee were announced Tuesday by Brandy S. VanAernam, county executive director of the Gilchrist/Dixie/Levy FSA.

The election results for Admin-istrative Area 2 Gilchrist County are: Randall “Randy” Roberts Jr — Elected to the county committee (COC), Craig C Watson - 1st alter-nate to COC.

The election results for Local Administrative Area 3 Gilchrist County are: Rantz Smith — Elect-ed to the county committee (COC), B J Wilkerson — 1st alternate to COC, Douglas Simpson Jr – 2nd alternate to COC.

The election results for Local Administrative Area 6 Levy Coun-ty are: Jacob Sache — Elected to the county committee (COC), Rosanne Cantwell — 1st alternate to COC, Mark Graham – 2nd alter-

nate to COC.The election results for Local Ad-

ministrative Area 7 Levy County are: Andy Robinson — Elected to the county committee (COC),

Elected county committee mem-bers serve a three-year term and are responsible for making decisions on FSA disaster, conservation, commod-ity, and price support programs, as well as other important federal farm program issues. County committee members are a valuable asset because they are comprised of local produc-ers who participate in FSA programs themselves and have a direct connec-tion to farmers and ranchers in the community.

Candidates are nominated by local farmers and ranchers and must be eli-gible to vote in the county election.

Duties of county committee mem-bers include:

• informing farmers of the purpose and provisions of FSA programs

• keeping the state FSA committee

informed of local administrative area conditions

• recommending needed changes in farm programs

• participating in county meet-ings as necessary

• performing other duties as as-signed by the state FSA commit-tee.

Returning members are Rachelle Philman of Bell, Herman (Trey) Sanchez III of Cross City, and Gary Jones of Old Town, FL.

The committee members will hold their organizational meeting February 28, 2014 at 8:30 am. at the local FSA Office at 723 E Wade St, Trenton, FL 32693. Meetings are open to the public. The county committee chairman and vice-chairman will be selected at this meeting. FSA appreciates all of the voters for taking the time to com-plete the election ballot. The coun-ty committee system works only because of your participation.

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(One Block Past Otter Springs Resort)

Sunday School 10 am • Sunday Morning Worship 11amSunday Evening Worship 6 pm • Wednesday Bible Study 7 pm

Pine Grove Baptist Church16655 N. W. CR-339

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Sunday School ............................................................ 9:15 a.m.Worship Service ........................................................ 10:30 a.m.Evening Worship ......................................................... 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Night Services:Kids Konnection ......................................................... 6:30 p.m.Prayer Meeting, Youth, College & Career ..................... 7:00 p.m.

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Dr. Greg Douglas, Senior PastorPastor Rickey Whitley, Assoc. Pastor/Youth

Pastor Emanuel Harris, Education/Children/MusicPastor Jared Douglas, Collegiate/Missions

Come join us! Meeting every Wednesday evening at 7:00 pm. Sunday Services 1st & 3rd Sunday of every month, breakfast @ 10am Service @ 10:30am.At River Cross Cowboy Church our purpose is to share God’s love with people who live or love the country, cowboy lifestyle. No walls, no pews. Just bring a chair if you have one, and come as you are! Go to www.rivercrosscowboychurch.org for more information or visit us on Facebook. We meet at 4050 US Hwy 129, Trenton, FL 32619.

Youth Ranch Rodeo Series Feb 22, Mar 22, April 19, May 10

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Free Outdoor Movie NightMarch 2 at 6:30 PM

Bring your lawn chairs and come join us for a Free Outdoor Movie Night featuring the hit Christian

movie “October Baby.”There will also be a magic show with

Al Nye the Magic Guy along with free hot-dogs, popcorn, and drinks!

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Heart MattersBy Angie Land

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Worship times:Sunday School...........................10:00 AMMorning Worship.......................11:00 AMEvening Worship..........................6:00 PMWednesday Prayer & Youth.........7:30 PM

Phone (352) 463-1562 • Pastor: Ron Black

Christian Fellowship Community Church will be hosting a Creation Conference with Steve Levinson on Saturday, Feb. 22, at 7:00 p.m., and again on Sunday, Feb. 23, at 10:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

The Christian Fellowship Community Church is located at 1879 U.S. 129, Bell.

Creation Conference at Christian Fellowship Community Church

GOSPELMEETING

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7:30 pm nightly and Sunday morning 10 am and 11 amSinging begins at 7:00 pm nightly

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Almost every commercial I have watched this past week has been for jewelry or candy or something to do with Valentine’s Day. So, every guy who has had a remote in his hand for more than five minutes this week had no excuse not to remember his Valentine! I so hope you remembered to cherish your girl.

As I write this column just a few days before Valentine’s Day, my husband and I are getting ready to go out of town for a marriage retreat for Valentine’s weekend. One thing that we have learned during our 25+ years of marriage is that we still have a lot to learn! It seems about the time we think we have some things figured out, life throws a curve and the season of life we are in changes. And we find ourselves asking, “What do we do about this?”

About a month ago, we packed up our third born and moved her away to college. First girl out of the nest. Needless to say, it was tough. I don’t know any other way to describe it but homesick. I was sick for her to be home. But at the same time, I want her to step out, experience life and get an education. All my emotions were colliding at once and when I finally looked up, I decided that I was mad at my husband. Anybody? I know there is no rhyme or reason to explain this, but truth be told, I believe he was also a little aggravated at me for letting her grow up. Needless to say, we had several “discussions” over all of this and finally got things back where they needed to be. And we grew stronger because of the experience.

It is a mystery to me why our first reaction to the curves of life is to push each other away, when what we need most is to come together. In Genesis 2:18, “The Lord God said, ‘It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.’” I can’t help but think if God had left man alone, he would never have found anything. Can’t you just hear Adam: “Eve, have you seen my fig leaf?” A funny thought, but I think we miss God’s intention if we read into this verse the idea that a helper is someone of inferior status or skill just helping out or being an assistant.

According to Bible scholar Joseph Coleson, in our English language, a helper refers to someone who assists the master tradesman, such as a “mason’s helper or a carpenter’s helper.” However, in the Hebrew Scriptures, it means just the opposite. The Hebrew word “ezer” translates as helper and it usually refers to God the Helper and Rescuer of those who cannot help themselves. In the context of this verse, helper means that God intended to make someone who would rescue Adam from solitude. It was not good for Adam to be alone,

but that was not a problem he could fix on his own. He needed a rescuer, so God designed one in His image. Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance of the Bible supports this interpretation.

So here we are learning something new! Your wife is much more than just your helper; she is the one who rescued you from solitude. Honor and cherish her as your life long partner and watch God bless your marriage! Because Every Heart Matters!

Lebanon Baptist Church Yard Sale

Lebanon Baptist Church is preparing for our big yard sale and cook off on Saturday, Mar. 29.

We are looking for gently used items of any size or category to add to our collection. Among the items we need are: Men’s tools, clothing, kitchenware, household items, toys, old vehicles, boats, furniture and appliances.

All items can be dropped off by appointment at Lebanon Baptist Church, right outside of Branford, off Hwy. 129 or Hwy. 27.

We will be glad to pick up any large items that you cannot bring. Please call Pastor Keith Jones at (352) 210-2219 to schedule a time to drop off your items or have any large items picked up.

Thanks for assisting the church with this fundraiser!

Sheriff Schultz presents 2014 Awards Jeannine Pfannschmidt was presented the Civilian of the Year award from Sheriff Schultz for her 20 years of service to the people of Gilchrist County.

Anita Moore received the Capt. Tony Cruse Community Service Award. Members of Tony Cruse’s family helped Sheriff Schultz present the award.

Tom Tucker received the Deputy of the Year Award.

Mike Austin received the Dispatcher of the Year Award.

Millie Blalock received the Sheriff’s Volunteer of the Year Award.

Mr. Roy Wilson was honored with a certificate from Sheriff Schultz for his 40 years of support to the Florida Sheriff’s Association.

Scott Akins was presented an appreciation award for his dedication and service to GCSO.FDLE Special Agent Supervisor

Yolanda Carbia was presented an appreciation award for her assistance to GCSO.

Julie Gironda received the Investigator of the Year Award.

Billy Cannon was presented an appreciation award.

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2014 GILCHRIST COUNTY JOURNAL Page Five

BELL ELEMENTARY2/20 3:00pm AR Afternoon 3:00pm Chorus2/21 6:00pm PTO Movie Night @BES Cafeteria2/25 FCAT Writing Assessment

BELL HIGH SCHOOL2/20 4:00pm JV baseball game vs/Melody Christian @Melody Christian 4:00pm MS baseball/softball vs/Ruth Rains @Ruth Rains 5/7 pm JV/V softball game vs/Hamilton County @BHS 6:00pm Varsity baseball game vs/Cedar Key @BHS2/21 Band Solo and Ensemble @Buchholtz 4/7 pm JV/V baseball vs/Trenton @BHS 5/7 pm JV/V softball vs/Trenton @BHS2/22 Band Solo and Ensemble @Buchholtz 7 am- 4 pm JROTC Drill Meet @West Port HS Ocala2/24 4/7 pm JV/V baseball vs/Union County @BHS 5:00pm MS softball game vs/Branford @BHS2/25 FCAT Writing Assessment 4/7 pm JV/V baseball vs/Lafayette @Mayo 5:00pm Band Drumline @BHS Gym 5/7 pm JV/V softball vs/Bronson @Bronson2/26 3:30pm Weightlifting Meet vs/Dixie @BHS

TRENTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL2/24-28 Severe Weather Week2/25 3-6 pm Family AR Night

TRENTON MIDDLE SCHOOL/TRENTON HIGH2/20 4:00 pm MS Softball/Baseball v Williston2/21 SAT Late registration closes for Mar. 8 test FFA state officers’ workshop 4:00 pm MS Baseball v Chiefland 4/7 pm JV/V Baseball at Bell 5/7 pm JV/V Softball at Bell2/24 5-9 pm Spirit night (cheerleaders) benefit Lane Langford Beef O’Brady’s 4/6 pm JV/V Softball at Taylor County JV Baseball at Chiefland2/25 FCAT Writes for grades 4,8,10 4/6 pm JV/V Softball v Interlachen 4:15 pm V Baseball at Oak Hall2/26 3:30 pm Boys Weightlifting v Chiefland

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CALENDAR OF EVENTSGilchrist County Superintendent’s Office 1-800-884-9131

Transportation Office 1-800-833-5702

Team Up For Lane Spirit Night will be held at Beef ‘O’ Brady’s on Mon-day, Feb. 24 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. All teams are asked to wear their school jerseys!

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The Florida Department of Educa-tion is working with school districts to gather information on how well parents think their child’s school is partnering with parents of students with disabilities, and would like to include your input. The survey is available on the Gilchrist County School District website’s homepage, www.gilchristschools.schoolfusion.us . Your responses will help guide efforts to improve services and re-sults for children and families. This survey is for parents of students with individual educational plans (IEP) receiving special education services during the 2013-14 school year. All information provided will remain confidential. You may submit one on-line survey for each child receiving services.

Survey for parents of ESE students

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Kacee Langford won gain in weight contest with her steer gaining 3.81 pounds per day for 183 days. Her steer’s final weight was 1492.

Austin Polk won grand champion heifer and reserve champion bull on Feb. 11. The heifer was grand champion female in the youth limousin/simmental show and the bull got reserve champion bull in the youth limousin/simmental show

Erin Jones won the Mosaic schol-arship for $1,500. She was pre-sented the scholarship at Mon-day’s Champion of Champions Banquet.

Steer group: Amanda Williams, Colton Rucker, Erin Jones, Josh Har-rison, and Kacee Langford.

Trenton FFA competes at State Fair

By John M AyersThe Trenton Tiger varsity baseball

team is now, 3-0, as they defeated Cedar Key, Branford and Newberry in the first few days of the 2014 sea-son. The defending Class 1A State Champs are under the direction of Head Coach Mac Rendek and As-sistant coaches Shannon Smith, Greg Turner, and Terry Parrish.

The Tigers opened their regular season on the road in Cedar Key, Feb-ruary 10. Bryan Worley started on the mound for the visitors. He pitched four innings allowing 1 hit and 1 walk, as he struck out 7 batters. Mill Lang, a junior pitcher for the Tigers came into the game in the fifth inning

Trenton Tiger baseball team is 3-0 this seasonas he struck out 3 batters and had 1 walk in the last inning of this game. The Tigers at the plate hit the Sharks pitching well as they recorded 5 hits, 9 RBIs, and 6 stolen bases. Mill Lang led the Tigers, hitting 2 of 3 with 3 RBIs. Kyle Wiggins hit 1 for 2 with an RBI. Brooks Martin hit 1 for 3 with 3 RBIs and a double. Jon Ward hit a 2 RBI homerun in this game for the Tigers. The Tigers clinched a con-vincing, 11-0 victory in five innings.

On Thursday, February 13 the Ti-gers hosted their home opener with the Branford Bucs at Bryant Field. Trenton’s Jordon Hewitt opened on the mound, pitching four innings striking out 8, with 3 walks. Mill

Lang took the mound in the fifth in-ning, striking out 1 as the Tigers de-fense shut out the Bucs, 10-0, in five innings. The Tiger hitters shelled the Bucs for 9 hits, and 2 stolen bases. Seniors Kyle Wiggins and Ozie Par-rish led the Tigers at the plate. Wig-gins hit 2 for 2, with an RBI double, and scored a run. Parrish hit 2 for 2, and scored 3 runs. Michael Smith hit 2 of 3, with an RBI, scoring 1 run. Hamp Cheevers had 1 of 3 hits with an RBI scoring 1 run. The Tigers to-taled 9 RBIs with 2 doubles and a triple, on this cold, windy Thursday night at Bryant Field.

The Tigers traveled to Newberry on Friday night February 14 to avenge

a season opener with the Newberry Panthers. Trenton had stumbled as they were defeated by Newberry in the pre season tournament. This game was slated to be a great game and it only disappointed the Panthers. The Tigers had a solid effort Friday night as they defeated the Panthers 3-2 in a classic 1A contest.

This Friday night the Trenton Ti-gers will travel to Bell to play the Bulldogs. Bell is reported to be much improved in 2014 as they have set their goals on competing for the Dis-trict 6 1A title. The first pitch for this game will be at 7 p.m. Come out and support these young men as they com-pete to win the District 6 1A title.

SubmittedThe February meeting was a sea of

reds, pinks and black as the Gilchrist County Woman’s Club celebrated a Valentine’s theme. There were two guest speakers. Wayne Griner of Three Rivers Library talked about the wide variety of programs being offered by the library. The programs have attracted over 1,200 people this past year and the classes are growing. If you want more information you can visit the website: 3riverslibrary.com .

Elizabeth Gutierrez talked about a Child Advocacy Center for our tri-county area. Child Advocacy Centers help children in need, and allow the various child protection disciplines to be centrally located for the convenience of those children. I am sure you will be hearing more about this vital endeavor in the coming year.

The Program Committee did a great job this month on the delicious dinner and the two outstanding speakers.

The Club’s Spring Rummage Sale will be held the weekend of March 28-29, so start gathering items for the sale. We will be discussing the details of this event in the March meeting.

Members: We have voted to have a cakeless bake sale. Be sure to bring $20 to the next meeting to go towards our “Emperor’s Cake Sale” (remember the story about the Emperor’s Clothes?).

The next meeting will be held on March 13 at the Gilchrist County Woman’s Club. The social starts at

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6:30 p.m. and the meeting follows at 7 p.m.

Members are encouraged to bring a guest who is interested in joining the club. As always, the Gilchrist County Woman’s Club clubhouse is available for rent for occasions such as wedding receptions, family get-togethers, holiday events and club meetings. For more information, call Connie Sanchez, Gilchrist County Supervisor of Elections (Tracy or Lisa) at (352) 463-3195 from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. For more information, go to www.GilchristCountyWomansClub.org .

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February 10, 2014

James Lewis Herring, 49, of Old Town, was arrested by Deputy M. Rexroat, Gilchrist County Sheriff’s Office, for Possession of a Controlled Substance without a Prescription, Possession of less than 20 grams of Marijuana and Possession and or Use of Drug Equipment, $30,000 Bond.

February 11, 2014

Robert J. Binkowski, Jr., 58, of Bell, was arrested by Deputy Jefferson Davis, Gilchrist County Sheriff’s Office, for Battery, ROR.

February 16, 2014

Desire (NMN) Watts, 23, of Trenton, was arrested by Deputy Stephen Stalvey, Gilchrist County Sheriff’s Office, for Out of County Warrant, $2,000 Bond.

Stacey Louise Kersey, 29, of Fanning Springs, was arrested by Deputy Scotty Douglas, Gilchrist County Sheriff’s Office, for Child Neglect with Great Bodily Harm x2, Drug Possession of a Listed Chemical

for Manufacture, Drug Possession of a Listed Chemical for Sale, $225,000 Bond.

Harold E. Wilson, 34, of Old Town, was arrested by Deputy M. Rexroat, Gilchrist County Sheriff’s Office, for Child Neglect with Great Bodily Harm x2, Drug Possession of a Controlled Substance without a Prescription, Drug Possession of a Listed Chemical for Manufacture, Drug Possession of a Listed Chemical for Sale, $450,000 Bond.

Rayford Delton Holder, 27, of Trenton, was arrested by Deputy Thomas Tucker, Gilchrist County Sheriff’s Office, for Burglary, $50,000 Bond.

Christopher Phillip Coleman, 27, of Newberry, was arrested by Deputy B. Combs, Gilchrist County Sheriff’s Office, for DUI, $3,500 Bond.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR GILCHRIST COUNTY, GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISIONCASE NO.: 2013 CA 73CAPITAL CITY BANK, Plaintiff,v.CHARLES DAVID LINDSEY, JR. Defendant______________________________/CLERK’S NOTICE OF SALE UNDER F.S. CHAPTER 45NOTICE IS GIVEN that, in accordance with the Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered February 10, 2014, in the above-styled cause, the Clerk of Court for Gilchrist County, Florida will sell to the highest and best bidder at the Gilchrist County Courthouse, in front of the south doors, 112 South Main Street, Florida 32693, on May 19, 2014, at 11:00 a.m. EST the following described property: Begin at the Southwest corner of the Southwest Quarter of Northwest Quarter of Section 28, Township 10 South, Range 15 East, and run North 89 degrees, 58 minutes, 06 seconds East, 36.84 feet to right of way line of State Road No. 49; thence run on right of way line North 00 degrees, 26 minutes, 39 seconds West 184 feet to the point of beginning. Thence continue North 00 degrees, 26 minutes, 39 seconds West, 154 feet; thence run North 89 degrees, 58 minutes, 06 seconds East 283.99 feet; thence run South 00 degrees, 16 minutes, 31 seconds East, 154 feet; thence run South 89 degrees, 58 minutes, 06 seconds West, 283.54 feet to the point of beginning, all lying and being in Gilchrist County, Florida. ANY PERSON CLAIMING AN INTEREST IN THE SURPLUS FROM THE SALE, IF ANY, OTHER THAN THE PROPERTY OWNER AS OF THE DATE OF THE LIS PENDENS MUST FILE A CLAIM WITHIN 60 DAYS AFTER THE SALE.Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the ADA Coordinator at (352) 337-6237, at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance. If you are hearing or voice impaired, please call 711. If you are deaf or hard of hearing and require an ASL interpreter or an assisted listening device to participate in a proceeding, please contact Court Interpreting at [email protected]. Dated 2/11/14. TODD NEWTON As Clerk of the Circuit Court By: L. Ayers (SEAL) As Deputy Clerk Published February 20, 27, 2014b

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR GILCHRIST COUNTY, FLORIDACASE NO.: 21-2013-CA-000038MIDFIRST BANK Plaintiff,v.KRISTI L. LAYTON A/K/A KRISTI LYNN LAYTON; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF KRISTI L. LAYTON A/K/A KRISTI LYNN LAYTON; UNKNOWN TENANT 1; UNKNOWN TENANT 2; AND ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANT(S), WHO (IS/ARE) NOT KNOW TO BE DEAD OR ALIVE, WHETHER SAID UNKNOWN PARTIES CLAIM AS HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, SPOUSES, OR OTHER CLAIMANTS; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Defendant(s),______________________________/NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to the Summary Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered on February 10, 2014, in the Circuit Court of Gilchrist County, Florida, the clerk shall sell the property situated in Gilchrist County, Florida, described as: LOTS 1 THROUGH 16, INCLUSIVE, BLOCK 15 OF SUWANNEE RIVER SUBDIVISION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN

PLAT BOOK A, PAGE(S) 7, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF GILCHRIST COUNTY, FLORIDA. TOGETHER WITH THAT CERTAIN 1998 NOBILITY (KINGSWOOD) DOUBLEWIDE MOBILE HOME VIN #N88294A, TITLE #74758892 AND VIN #N88294B, TITLE #74758893, WHICH HAS BEEN RETIRED a/k/a 8779 SW 83RD TER, TRENTON, FLORIDA 32693-6734 at public sale, to the highest and best bidder, for cash, at the South Door of the Gilchrist County Courthouse, 112 South Main, Trenton, FL 32693, on April 14, 2014 beginning at 11:00 A.M. If you are a person claiming a right to funds remaining after the sale, you must file a claim with the clerk no later than 60 days after the sale. If you fail to claim you will not be entitled to any remaining funds. DATED this 11th day of February, 2014. TODD NEWTON Clerk of The Circuit Court By: L. Ayers (SEAL) Deputy ClerkNOTICE REGARDING THE AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990. IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT, PERSONS NEEDING SPECIAL ACCOMODATIONS TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS PROCEEDING, SHOULD CONTACT TODD NEWTON AT 352- 463-3170, (VOICE 352-463-3437), IN THE GILCHRIST COUNTY COURTHOUSE, TRENTON, FLORIDA NO LATER THAN SEVEN (7) DAYS PRIOR TO THE START OF THE PROCEEDINGS OR WITHIN TWO (2) WORKING DAYS OF YOUR RECEPT OF THIS NOTICE TO APPEAR. PERSONS WHO ARE HEARING OR VOICE IMPAIRED CALL 1-800-955-8771 FOR THE FLORIDA RELAY SERVICE.Published February 20, 27, 2014b

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THE 8TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR GILCHRIST COUNTY,

FLORIDACase No.: 21-2014-DR-0036

Division: DRJennifer M. Bell

Petitionerand

Eric I. Bell Respondent.

NOTICE OF ACTION FOR PETITION FOR DISSOLUTION OF

MARRIAGETO: Eric I. Bell

P. O. Box 1051Old Town, FL 32680

YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for Dissolution of Marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Jennifer M. Bell, whose address is 1230 SW 32nd Pl., Bell, FL 32619 on or before 3-19-14, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 112 SOUTH MAIN ST., TRENTON, FL 32693, before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.

Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request.

You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Notice of Current Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed to the address on record at the clerk’s office.

WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.Dated 2/12/14.

(SEAL)CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT

By: Kendra Cathey Deputy Clerk

Published February 20, 27, March 6, 13, 2014b.

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Mr. Calvin Wallace Bukszar

Calvin Wallace Bukszar, 64, of Old Town, passed away on Friday, Feb. 14, 2014.

Mr. Bukszar was born on March 31, 1949. He moved to Old Town 18 years ago, from Trilby. Before retir-ing on January 31, 2002, he worked as a maintenance supervisor for the Florida Department of Transporta-tion for 34 years. He enjoyed fishing, sports, and restoring old cars.

He was preceeded in death by his wife Linda Bukszar; parents Frank and Sadie Lee Bukszar, and sisters, Glenda and Hilda Bukszar.

He is survived by son, Trevor Buk-szar of Reno, Nevada; daughters, Tara C. Bukszar of Reno, Nevada and Tiffany Bukszar of Old Town; grand-children, Taylyn Grace and Trent Richard; brothers, Julian Bukszar of Harvest, Alabama, Wilbur Bukszar of Shorterville, Alabama and Walter Bukszar of Dothan, Alabama and sister, Deloris Lee Scott of Wasilla, Alaska.

A graveside service will be held Saturday, Feb. 22, 2014, at 1:00 p.m., at Old McCrabb Cemetery with Rev. Larry Peterson officiating.

Arrangements have been placed under the care of the Rick Gooding Funeral Home, Cross City, Florida.

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Ms. Nancy Jane Neeley

Nancy Jane Neeley, 56, of Horse-shoe Beach, passed away on Wednes-day, Feb. 12, 2014.

Ms. Neeley was born on March 12, 1957 in Atlanta, Georgia. Known as the shrimp lady, she was the owner and operator of the Neeley Shrimp Company since 1975. She loved working in her yard, swamp buggy mud pulling, riding in the woods, chasing her grandchildren, fishing, dancing and life in general. She was a member of the Dixie County Cham-ber of Commerce and a Christian.

She was preceded in death by daughter Tammy Jane Neeley; broth-er Eddie Huggins and her parents.

She is survived by her husband, Arthur Day Cherry, Jr. of Horseshoe Beach; sons, Troy Jackson Neeley, Jr. of Jacksonville, Travis Jackson

(Amanda) Neeley, Sr. of Horseshoe Beach, and Tommy Jackson (Mi-chelle) Neeley of Virginia Beach, Virginia; brothers Danny Huggins of Newnan, Georgia and Larry Huggins of McDonough, Georgia; sisters, Ma-rie Samuels of Old Town and Carol Hembree of Acworth, Georgia and seven grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Sun-day, Feb. 16, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at the Rick Gooding Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Cecil Hysmith and Rev. Bobby Lindsey officiated. Interment fol-lowed at Butler Cemetery in Horse-shoe Beach. A visitation was held at the funeral home Saturday evening, Feb. 15, 2014 between the hours of 5 and 7 p.m.

Arrangements were placed under the care of the Rick Gooding Funeral Home, Cross City, Florida.

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Mrs. Ruby S. Welch

Ruby S. Welch, 97, of Eugene, passed away on February 14, 2014.

Mrs. Welch was born on May 27, 1916, the only child of Andrew and Ollie Sauls. She attended Dixie County schools and after graduation held various jobs and positions until settling with the Dixie County ASCS office for 30 plus years where she ultimately became the manager until her retirement. She was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church of Cross City, serving on various committees and as a Sunday School teacher. She served as County Histo-rian and as secretary-treasurer of the Dixie County Cattleman’s Associa-tion for over 5 decades beginning in 1951.

She was preceded in death by her husband Clayton Welch.

She was loved and admired by too many friends and family to number.

Funeral services were held Tues-day, Feb. 18, 2014 at 3:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Cross City with Rev. Mike Brown and Rev. Ed Ivey officiating. Interment followed at Cross City Cemetery. A visitation was held at the funeral home on Mon-day evening, Feb. 17, 2014 between the hours of 6 and 8 p.m.

Arrangements were placed under the care of the Rick Gooding Funeral Home, Cross City, Florida.

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SubmittedSaint Leo University’s Trenton Center is pleased to announce a new

degree: Bachelor of Arts in Accounting. The B.A. in Accounting establishes a foundation for students who desire to become a Certified Public Account (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA)

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the field boasts strong income potential: the median wage for accountants and auditors is $63,500 and the top ten percent earned more than $111,510, while financial analysts earn an average of more than $73,000 with income potential of nearly $100,000 per year.

Compared to last week, everything was fairly steady all the way across the board on February 12. Slaughter cattle and yearlings are still selling good. Weather has not been cooperat-ing ever since the first of the year. We look forward for prices to continue to be strong.

Be in the Know! The new Animal ID rule is coming into effect in early 2014. Contact Tallahassee to get your Premise ID and your FREE tags to start tagging your cattle now. Call (850) 410-0900 for more informa-tion. STEERS: LOW: HIGH: AVG:150-199, 140.00, 300.00, (215.00) 200-249, 197.50, 312.50, (242.50) 250-299, 200.00, 277.50, (228.13) 300-349, 157.50, 212.50, (189.38) 350-399, 147.50, 210.00, (176.54) 400-449, 142.00, 212.00, (177.39) 450-499, 142.00, 170.00, (158.50) 500-549, 127.50, 165.00, (144.94) 550-599, 130.00, 166.00, (146.00)

By Lois Scott, publicityThe Springhouse building on west

Highway 26 became a busy place on Tuesday, Feb. 11 as 40 day members and 32 night members met for their meetings throughout the day. The 40 day members were welcomed by President Kathy Beaulieu and Hostesses Fran Roberts and Pat Castor. Decor for the meeting was Valentine, in traditional red. Fran and Pat do a wonderful job of organizing the fellowship time that is enjoyed by the day members before the monthly business meeting. The night quilters enjoyed a Valentine party during their evening meeting. Six new night members will begin a beginner class starting on February 18.

Terri Trail, Special Event Coordinator, presented plans she and her sister, Madonna, have made for the upcoming quilt festival on March 15. Springhouse will be located in the historic depot and will have 50 or more quilts on display for viewing by the public. Springhouse will also have their gift and bake shop on the large porch at the depot. Members were encouraged to participate and make special small gifts and baked

The Log Cabin Quilters met Thursday, Feb. 13th at the Levy County Quilt Museum at 11050 NW 10th Ave. Several people brought in their projects for show and tell. Mildred had redwork and Janie brought in several pieces of chicken scratch.

What is chicken scratch? It’s a variation of cross stitch that makes a lacy like image. Using gingham (the small plaid print) material embroidery work is done around the white part of the print (you could also do the colored part) and create a pattern on the material. You can create your own pattern on graph paper then create embroidery work on the material. We have a quilt that has been done in the chicken scratch

Jean visited us last year and thought we would be a good home to her vintage Lone Star quilt. She brought it and knows that we’ll give it a good home. You can see where the quilter stopped for a couple of years, then finished the quilt. All the quilting is done by hand. Thanks Jean for thinking of us.

Log Cabin Quiltersso come out and see for yourself what I’m trying to explain.

During the week, Jean Mitchell donated a Lone Star quilt that’s about 70 years old, that she had found in an antique store in Georgia about 15 years ago. If only this quilt could talk, there would be some interesting stories. The quilt maker completed 6 of the sections and put it aside for whatever reason. Years later, the final 2 sections were finished and the quilt was hand quilted. Think of the history and tales this quilt could tell.

Don’t forget the first Saturday of the month yard and craft sale is March 1. We’d love to have you join us. There is no charge to set up. For more information, call (352) 493-2292.

Springhouse Quiltersgoods to be placed in the gift shop. Donna Hayes, Chris Schreiber and Cheryl Hamrick will collect and prepare the quilt display on festival day.

The monthly Sit and Sew, hosted by Fran Roberts, will be on February 24, beginning at 9:00 AM. This is a chance for members to bring their items to share and work on in the meeting room at Springhouse. This is a fun time to just sit and sew and finish UFO projects.

Membership in Springhouse is up to 105 members and seems to keep growing. We do lose a few members each year, but are lucky enough to gain new members to replace those who leave us.

A long time member, Mary Rawlins, will be leaving the area at the end of February. She will be relocating to be near her daughter. Another long time member, Gloria Sutton, moved away during 2013 to be near her family. Springhouse will miss these two ladies and their quilting talents.

For information on Springhouse, contact Kathy Beaulieu, 352-486-2223 or Lois Scott, 352-463-2207.

HEIFERS: LOW: HIGH: AVG:150-199, 240.00, 245.00, (242.50)200-249, 160.00, 212.50, (190.25)250-299, 160.00, 198.00, (184.36)300-349, 128.00, 177.50, (157.83)350-399, 134.00, 182.00, (162.79)400-449, 126.00, 176.00, (165.05)450-499, 125.00, 156.00, (142.40)500-549, 130.00, 148.00, (137.73)550-599, 138.00, 150.00, (143.20)COWS: LOW: HIGH: AVG:600-800, 73.00, 124.00, (89.27)800-1000, 65.00, 128.00, (89.63)1000-1200, 66.00, 127.00, (90.14)1200-1400, 74.00, 99.00, (90.92)1400-UP, 79.00, 104.00, (94.50)BULLS: LOW: HIGH: AVG:1000-1200, 106.50, 119.50 (112.80) 1200-1400, 105.00, 122.50, (115.20) 1400-1600, 104.50, 125.50, (116.38)1600-1799, 93.00, 118.00, (106.71)1800-1999, 111.00, 123.50, (117.25)PAIRS: AVG: NO DATATOTAL: 409

Saint Leo’s Trenton Center launches BA degree in Accounting

By Rosemary McDaniel, PIO

At the January 7, 2014 meeting, the Sheriff’s Volunteers welcomed Burton “Doc” Wester as a new member.

During the month of January, Citizens Patrol cars were driven 3,195 miles and volunteers contributed 137 hours of their time while patrolling city and county roads, Rock Bluff Park, Sunset Point boat ramp, Ellie Ray’s Campground, Suwannee River boat ramp, Log Landing boat ramp, Santa Fe River park and Hart Springs. Volunteers also covered numerous school crossings and provided a funeral escort.

CARE (the Check and Respond Every day) program volunteers made 52 well check calls and 30 visits to county residents enrolled in the program. If you, or someone you know, could benefit from a daily phone call or visit because they live alone, please call Director Milli Blalock at (352) 463-6570 for information regarding enrollment.

The next meeting will be held March 4th at 6:00 p.m. in the Sheriff’s Office meeting room. All volunteers are urged to attend and the public is always invited.

News from the Sheriff’s Volunteers

The Garden Club of the Tri Coun-ties will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 25, begin-ning at 7 p.m. at the Fanning Springs Community Center. Our program for this month will be “Flowers, Plants and Planting Seasons”. It will be presented by Heather Blake. It is with much relief and gratitude that I announce Heather has agreed to be the Program Chairperson for the year 2014.

Also, I need to remind the mem-bers that our annual dues should be

paid no later than our April meeting. They are $10 per year.

Our Painting party in January was so much fun. We visited, we ate and we actually did paint. Most everyone finished their flower pot except for the few that had large pots. Perhaps we can have another one this sum-mer. If you were unable to come in January just find yourself a pot (old or new), store it away and stay tuned for updates.

Hope to see you next Tuesday. Re-member-everyone is welcome.

Garden Club will meet Feb. 25

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 8TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR GILCHRIST COUNTY, FLORIDACIVIL DIVISION:CASE NO.: 2012-CA-00158WELLS FARGO BANK, NA, Plaintiff,vs.ANNETTE D. WILLIAMS A/K/A ANNETTE DEWANA WILLIAMS; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF ANNETTE D. WILLIAMS A/K/A ANNETTE DEWANA WILLIAMS; UNKNOWN TENANT IN POSSESSION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY, Defendants.______________________________/NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated the 10th day of February, 2014, and entered in Case No. 2012-CA-00158, of the Circuit Court of the 8TH Judicial Circuit in and for Gilchrist County, Florida, wherein WELLS FARGO BANK, NA is the Plaintiff and ANNETTE D. WILLIAMS A/K/A ANNETTE DEWANA WILLIAMS, UNKNOWN TENANT(S) and UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF ANNETTE D. WILLIAMS A/K/A ANNETTE DEWANA WILLIAMS IN POSSESSION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY are defendants. The Clerk of this Court shall sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at the, SOUTH DOOR OF THE GILCHRIST, COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 112 S. MAIN STREET, TRENTON, FL 32693, 11:00 AM on the 14 day of April, 2014, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit:LOT 13, MILLHOPPER ESTATES, UNIT TWO, A SUBDIVISION AS PER PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 3, PAGE 17 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF GILCHRIST COUNTY, FLORIDA.ANY PERSON CLAIMING AN INTEREST IN THE SURPLUS FROM THE SALE, IF ANY, OTHER THAN THE PROPERTY OWNER AS OF THE DATE OF THE LIS PENDENS MUST FILE A CLAIM WITHIN 60 DAYS AFTER THE SALE.

Under the American with Disabilities Act, if you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the ADA Coordinator at (352)337-6237, at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance. If you are hearing or voice impaired, please call 711.If you are deaf or hard of hearing and require an ASL interpreter or an assisted listening device to participate in a proceeding, please contact Court Interpreting at [email protected]. Dated this 11 day of February, 2014. TODD NEWTON

Clerk of the Circuit Court By: L. Ayers

(SEAL) Deputy Clerk

Published February 20, 27, 2014b________

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF FLORIDA IN AND FOR GILCHRIST COUNTY, GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISIONCASE NO.: 21-2013-CA-000040NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE, LLC, Plaintiff,vs.RACHEL J. OVERTON, TRENT OVERTON, NORFLEET PINES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC., UNKNOWN TENANT IN POSSESSION 1, UNKNOWN TENANT IN POSSESSION 2, Defendants._____________________________NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure filed February 10, 2014 entered in Civil Case No. 21-2013-CA-000040 of the Circuit Court of the EIGHTH Judicial Circuit in and for Gilchrist County, Trenton, Florida, the Clerk of Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at the south door of the Gilchrist County Courthouse, 112 South Main Street, Trenton, FL. 32693 in accordance with Chapter 45, Florida Statutes on the 9 day of June, 2014, at 11:00 AM on the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to-wit:

Lot 11, NORFLEET PINES, a Subdivision according to the plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 2, pages 93 and 94 of the Public Records of Gilchrist County, Florida. Together with HUD label number, Redman Homes, model 56J405, 2001, serial number 11438207 A-B, land and house “which, by intention of the parties and upon retirement of the Certificate of Title as provided in 319.261, Fla. Stat., shall constitute a part of the realty and shall pass with it”. Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens, must file a claim within 60 days after the sale. Dated this 11 day of February, 2014. CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT As Clerk of the Court By: L. Ayers (SEAL) Deputy ClerkIf you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Persons with a disability who need any accommodation in order to participate should call Jan Phillips, ADA Coordinator, Alachua County Courthouse, 201 E. University Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601 at (352) 337-6237 within two working days of your

receipt of this notice; if you are hearing impaired call (800) 955-8771; if you are voice impaired, call (800) 955-8770.Published February 20, 27, 2014b

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR GILCHRIST COUNTY, FLORIDACASE NO.: 2013000074CABLACK SWAN ONE, LLC,a Nevada Limited Liability Company, Plaintiff,vs.LUTHER M. MELTON, deceased, and MARILYN K. MELTON, deceased, GREGORY PAUL YATES, THOMAS EUGENE YATES and RONALD CHARLES YATES, SR., TARA YATES, CRYSTAL YATES, MICHAEL DENNIS YATES, JR. and JEREMY YATES, THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, CREDITORS, or OTHER PARTIES CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST LUTHER M. MELTON AND MARILYN K. MELTON, who are known to be dead, Defendants._______________________________/NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 45 NOTICE IS GIVEN that pursuant to Summary Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated the 10th day of February, 2014 in Case Number 2013000074CA of the Circuit Court of the Eighth Judicial Circuit in and for Gilchrist County, Florida in which BLACK SWAN ONE, LLC is the Plaintiff, and LUTHER M. MELTON, deceased, and MARILYN K. MELTON, deceased, are the Defendants; I will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at the South door of the Gilchrist County Courthouse in Trenton, Gilchrist County, Florida at 11:00 A.M. on the 17th day of March, 2014, the following described property set forth in the order of Summary Final Judgment of Foreclosure: Lot 5, Block 1, Oakwood Estates, a subdivision according to the plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 1, page 69 of the public records of Gilchrist County, Florida. Together with a 1972 Newm Mobile Home, ID No. 707951. IF YOU ARE A PERSON CLAIMING A RIGHT TO FUNDS REMAINING AFTER THE SALE, YOU MUST FILE A CLAIM WITH THE CLERK NO LATER THAN SIXTY (60) DAYS AFTER THE SALE. IF YOU FAIL TO FILE A CLAIM, YOU WILL NOT BE ENTITLED TO ANY REMAINING FUNDS. AFTER SIXTY (60) DAYS, ONLY THE OWNER OF RECORD AS OF THE DATE OF THE LIS PENDENS MAY CLAIM THE SURPLUS. DATED this 13th day of February, 2014. TODD NEWTON Clerk of Court By: L. Ayers (SEAL) Deputy ClerkPublished February 20, 27, 2014b

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Gilchrist County Land Transactions

David F. Barber, Jr., Louis P. Dobard, Jr. and Vicki Dobard and Drummond Community Bank to Drummond Community Bank, cer-tificate of title, $10.00, 1-10-16.

Kathleen Horton to Kathleen Hor-ton and Kathleen R. McGlamery, warranty deed, $10.00, 15-10-16-0760-0000.

Chesborough Homes Inc. to Kim-berly S. Hamm, corrective war-ranty deed, $29,500.00, 280916-01340000-0310.

Frier Manufactured Home Model Center of Chiefland to Gregory Carl Lovett and Sherry Kay Lovett, cor-rective warranty deed, $46,500.00, 300815-0246-0000-0010.

Keimberly K. Morgan to Mandy Reaves, general warranty deed, $125,000.00, 041016-000179-0000-0010.

Johnnie R. Dalton to Fifty One Fif-ty Properties LLC, quit claim deed, $10.00, 160934-02350000-0170.

Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to Ocwen Loan Ser-vicing LLC, quit claim deed, $0.00, 29-8-15.

Ross A. Quarnoccio to George Robert Toussaint and Bonnie Christ-ner Toussaint, general warranty deed, $38,000.00, 08-09-15-0191-0000-0160.

Joe Anderson AKA Julius J. An-derson, Jr. to Warren M. Branch, general warranty deed, $62,382.74, 17-08-15-0000-0004-0012.

Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to John Singh and Rudolph Singh, simplified warranty deed, $50,000.00, 34-09-16-0235-0000-0050.

Belinda Todd to Capital City Bank, warranty deed, $34,400.00, LT 15 Replat of LT 13-16 and 23, 24, 27 and 28 Lancaster EST.

Dwayne Allan Arscott to William R. Mesler, quit claim deed, $10.00,

LT 28 Suwannee Landing, 30-08-14-0064-0000-0280.

Michael Arthur Arscott to William R. Mesler, quit claim deed, $10.00, LT 28 Suwannee Landing, 30-08-14-0064-0000-0280.

Wade Custom Homes to Jona-than James Marks and Starla Ashley Marks, warranty deed, $255,000.00, 20-10-14-0351-0000-0490.

Jerry Lee Yates to Jerry Lee Yates, Kelsei A. Yates, Mistrie L. Yates, Margie E. Asher and Brooke A. Thr-onberg, quit claim deed, $10.00, 30-07-15-0000-0008-0000.

Mark Feather and Natalie Feather to Faith Gabrielle Redfern, general warranty deed, $55,000.00, 141015-00000038-0000.

Emma J. Hogan to Eric V. Hogan, quit claim deed, $10.00, 171015-00490009-0030.

Suwannee River Springs Inc. to Stephen A. Sheffield, contract for deed, $16,500.00, 320715-00360016-0050.

Anna M. Williams and Ocwen Loan Servicing LLC to Ocwen Loan Servicing LLC and Nationstar Mort-gage LLC, certificate of title, $100, LT 4 and 5 Block 32 Trenton Original Survey.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR GILCHRIST COUNTY, FLORIDA, CIVIL ACTIONCASE NO: 13000089CAAXMXPNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION,

Plaintiff,vs.ESTATE OF CHARLES FRY; et al

Defendant(s)._______________________/

NOTICE OF ACTION FORECLOSURE PROCEEDINGS-PROPERTY

TO: THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES AND BENEFICIARIES OF THE ESTATE OF CHARLES WILLIAM FRY, JR., ADDRESS UNKNOWN BUT WHOSE LAST KNOWN ADDRESS IS: US HWY 129, BELL, FL 32619. Residence unknown and if living, including any unknown spouse of the Defendant, if remarried and if said Defendant is dead, his/her respective unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, assignees, creditors, lienors, and trustees, and all other persons claiming by, through, under or against the named Defendant; and the aforementioned named Defendant and such of the aforementioned unknown Defendant and such of the unknown name Defendant as may be infants, incompetents or otherwise not sui juris.

YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that an action to foreclose a mortgage on the following described property to-wit:

A PARCEL OF LAND BEING THAT PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 9 SOUTH, RANGE 15 EAST, GILCHRIST COUNTY, FLORIDA, LYING EASTERLY OF STATE ROAD NO. 49 AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

COMMENCE AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (SW 1/4 OF THE NW 1/4) OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 9 SOUTH, RANGE 15 EAST FOR THE POINT OF BEGINNING. THENCE RUN ALONG THE EAST LINE OF THE SE 1/4 OF THE NW 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 30, S 00°07’53” W, 1321.86 FEET TO THE SOUTH OF SAID SW 1/4 OF NW 1/4; THENCE RUN ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SW 1/4 OF NW 1/4, S 89°45’32”, W 505.39 FEET TO THE EASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF STATE ROAD NO. 49; THENCE RUN ALONG SAID EASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE, N 31°45’26” W 866.16 FEET TO A POINT OF CURVE; THENCE RUN ON CURVE (BEING CONCAVE NORTHEASTERLY, HAVING A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 13° 07’56”, A RADIUS OF 2814.79 FEET, A CHORD BEARING AND DISTANCE OF N 25°10’03” W 643.74) AN ARC DISTANCE OF 845.15 FEET TO THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SW 1/4 OF NW 1/4; THENCE DEPARTING SAID RIGHT OF WAY LINE, RUN ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SW 1/4 OF NW 1/4, N 89°46’30” E, 1238.06 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, ALL LYING AND BEING IN GILCHRIST COUNTY, FLORIDA, SAID PROPERTY IS NOT HOMESTEAD OF THE MORTGAGORS UNDER THE LAWS AND CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA IN THAT NEITHER MORTGAGORS NOR ANY MEMBERS OF THE HOUSEHOLD OF MORTGAGORS RESIDE THEREON.more commonly known as: US HWY 129, BELL, FL 32619.This action has been filed against you, and you are required to serve a copy of your written defense, if any, to it on the Plaintiff’s attorney, FLORIDA FORECLOSURE ATTORNEYS, PLLC, whose address is 601 Cleveland Street, Suite 690, Clearwater, FL 33755, on or before 30 days after the date of first publication, response due by March 13, 2014, and file the original with the Clerk of the Circuit Court either before service on Plaintiff’s attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint.WITNESS my hand and seal of this Court on the 4th day of February, 2014. Clerk of the Court GILCHRIST County, FloridaBy: L. Ayers Deputy Clerk (SEAL)Published February 13, 20, 2014b

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITIN AND FOR GILCHRIST COUNTY, FLORIDACIVIL ACTIONCASE NO.: 21-2012-CA-000084BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP, Plaintiff,vs.JUDY K. MONEY, et al, Defendants.NOTICE OF RESCHEDULED FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to an Order Rescheduling Foreclosure Sale dated January 7, 2014 and entered in Case NO. 21-2012-CA-000084 of the Circuit Court of the EIGHTH Judicial Circuit in and for GILCHRIST County, Florida wherein BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP, is the Plaintiff and JUDY K. MONEY; DAVID RUSSELL MONEY, JR.; DAVID RUSSELL MONEY, SR.; JUDY LEE MONEY; ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, UNDER, AND AGAINST THE HEREIN NAMED INDIVIDUAL DEFENDANT(S) WHO ARE NOT KNOWN TO BE DEAD OR ALIVE, WHETHER SAID

UNKNOWN PARTIES MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST AS SPOUSES, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, OR OTHER CLAIMANTS; are the Defendants, The Clerk of the Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at SOUTH DOOR OF THE GILCHRIST COUNTY COURTHOUSE at 11:00 A.M., on the 10th day of March, 2014, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment,THE WEST 220 FEET OF THE NORTH 990 FEET OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 20, TOWNSHIP 8 SOUTH, RANGE 15 EAST, GILCHRIST COUNTY, FLORIDA.SUBJECT TO AND TOGETHER WITH THAT CERTAIN GRANT OF EASEMENT OVER THE NORTH 20 FEET OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 AND THE NORTH 20 FEET OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 20, TOWNSHIP 8 SOUTH, RANGE 15 EAST, AS DESCRIBED IN INSTRUMENT 2003003217, GILCHRIST COUNTY, FLORIDA.A/K/A 1849 NW 30TH STREET, BELL, FL 32619Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within sixty (60) days after the sale.WITNESS my hand and the seal of this court on this February 7, 2014.TODD NEWTON Clerk of the Circuit Court(COURT SEAL)By: L.AyersDeputy Clerk*** See Americans with Disabilities ActUnder the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the ADA Coordinator at (352) 337-6237, at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance. If you are hearing or voice impaired, please call 711. If you are deaf or hard of hearing and require an ASL interpreter or an assisted listening device to participate in a proceeding, please contact Court Interpreting at interpreter at [email protected] .Published February 13, 20, 2014b.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR GILCHRIST COUNTY, FLORIDA.CASE NO. 21-2013-CA-101DAVID E. ROBERTS AND WANDA L. ROBERTS, Husband and Wife,

Plaintiff(s),vs.ALAN E. COBURN and JESSICA LEE COBURN, Husband and Wife, if alive and if dead, their respective, unknown, heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors, or other parties claiming by, through, under or against the hereinabove individually,Defendant(s)_____________________________/NOTICE OF ACTION

TO: Alan E. Coburn 1150 SW 24th Avenue Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312-3054

Jessica Lee Coburn 1150 SW 24th Avenue Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312-3054

YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an ac-tion to Quiet Title as to the following de-scribed lands:

LOT 6 HONEY BEE FARMS SUBD CONT 5 AC 111/601 158/373 162/399 UTIL EASEMENT 164/475 175/246 TAX PARCEL #: 12-10-16-0097-0000-0060filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, on RONALD W. STEVENS, Peti-tioner’s attorney, whose address is Post Office Box 1444 Bronson, Florida 32621, on or before March 13, 2014, and file the original with the Clerk of this Court ei-ther before service on Plaintiff’s attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a Default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

WITNESS my hand and the seal of this Court on February 6, 2014.

Clerk of Court (SEAL) By: L. AyersPersons with disabilities requesting

reasonable accomodations to participate in this proceeding should contact (386) 362-0500 (Voice & TDD*711) or via Florida Relay Service at (800) 955-8771.Published February 13, 20, 2014b.

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PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENT TO ISSUE PERMIT

State of Florida Department of Envi-ronmental Protection

The department announces the intent to issue a permit for Jon E. Bischoff, Jr. to operate Advanced Tire Recycling, Inc. Permit to include recycling waste tires by shipping out 53 ft. trailers to an approved processing facility and the resale of good used tires.

The facility is located at 8369 SW CR 313, Trenton, FL 32693.

The Department file number is 0321853-001.

This permit is available for public in-spection during normal business hours, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except legal holidays, at 8800 Bay Meadows Way West, Suite 100, Jackson-ville, Florida.

Any comments or objections should be filed in writing with the Department at this address and submitted as soon as possible to insure there is adequate time for them to be considered in the Depart-ments issuing of this permit.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR GILCHRIST COUNTY, FLORIDACASE NO.: 21-2013-CA-75CAPITAL CITY BANK, Plaintiff,v.DEBBIE WITHEE Defendant______________________________/CLERK’S NOTICE OF SALE UNDER F.S. CHAPTER 45NOTICE IS GIVEN that, in accordance with the Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered February 10, 2014, in the above-styled cause, the Clerk of Court for Gilchrist County, Florida will sell to the highest and best bidder at the Gilchrist County Courthouse, in front of the south doors, 112 South Main Street, Trenton, Florida 32693, on April 14, 2014, at 11:00 a.m. EST the following described property:LOT 20 AND THAT PART OF LOT 24 WHICH IS LOCATED BETWEEN THE NORTHERLY PROLONGATION OF THE EAST AND WEST BOUNDARIES OF LOT 20 AND BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY THE EASTERLY PROLONGATION OF THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF LOT 24 AND BOUNDED ON THE SOUTH BY THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF LOT 20 (OTHERWISE DESCRIBED AS THAT PORTION OF LOT 24 LYING NORTH OF AND CONTIGUOUS TO SAID LOT 20) ALL IN BLOCK E, UNIT #6 OF SUN-N-FUN SUBDIVISION, PLAT BOOK 1, PAGE 65 PUBLIC RECORDS OF GILCHRIST COUNTY FLORIDA.Parcel 2:LOT #21 AND THAT PART OF LOT #24 LYING BETWEEN THE NORTHERLY PROLONGATION OF THE EAST AND WEST BOUNDARIES OF LOT #21 (OTHERWISE DESCRIBED AS THAT PART OF LOT #24 CONTIGUOUS TO AND NORTH OF LOT #21) BLOCK E, SUN-N-FUN SUBDIVISION, UNIT #6, ACCORDING TO PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 1, PAGE 65, PUBLIC RECORDS OF GILCHRIST COUNTY, FLORIDA.Parcel 3:LOT 22 AND THAT PART OF LOT 24 LYING AND BEING BETWEEN AN EXTENSION OF THE EAST AND WEST BOUNDARY OF LOT 22 EXTENDING TO THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF LOT 24, BLOCK E, SUN-N-FUN, UNIT 6, IN ACCORDANCE WITH PLAT THEREOF FILED IN PLAT BOOK 1, PAGE 63, PUBLIC RECORDS OF GILCHRIST COUNTY, FLORIDA. LESS AND EXCEPT THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PORTION OF LOT 22:COMMENCE AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 22, BLOCK E, SUN-N-FUN, UNIT 6 FOR THE POINT OF BEGINNING, THENCE RUN SOUTH 89°53’14” EAST 38.35 FEET, THENCE RUN SOUTH 01°09’01” EAST TO THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 22 AT A POINT 41 FEET EAST OF THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 22, THENCE RUN WEST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 22 41 FEET TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 22, THENCE RUN NORTH ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT 22 TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING AND TO CLOSE.(“2005 mortgaged property”)Being that parcel of land indicated as “Lot 19, Block E, Not included in this Plat” shown upon the record plat of Sun N Fun, Unit 6, as per plat on file and of record in Plat Book 1, pages 63-66 of the public records of Gilchrist County, Florida, being more particularly described as follows:Commence at a 3/4” iron pipe marking the Southwest corner of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 14, Township 10 South, Range 16 East, for a point of reference. Thence run along the North line of said Northwest 1/4 South 89°56’55” East, 210.00 feet to a concrete monument marking the Northeast corner of Lot 23, Block E, Sun N Fun, Unit 6, a subdivision as per plat on file and of record in Plat Book 1, pages 63-66 of the public records of Gilchrist County, Florida, said point being on the West right of way line of Mr. Acres Lake Boulevard. Thence run along said right of way line North 00°38’39” West, 66.12 feet to a concrete monument marking the Southwest corner of Lot 22, Block E, of said subdivision, said point being on the North right of way line of Mr. Acres Lake Boulevard; thence run along said right of way line, South 89°52’23” East, 452.88 feet to a concrete monument marking the Southeast corner of Lot 20, Block E, of said subdivision and for the Point of Beginning. Thence continue South 89°52’23” East, 295.39 feet to a concrete monument on the West right of way line of Mr. Acres Lake Boulevard; thence run along said right of way line, North 00°50’03” West, 154.01 feet to a concrete monument marking the Southeast corner of Lot 18, Block E, of aforesaid subdivision; thence run along the South line of said Lot 18, North 89°53’16” West, 295.12 feet to a concrete monument marking the Southwest corner of said Lot 18, said point being on the East line of Lot 20, Block B, of said subdivision; thence run along the East line of said Lot 20, 00°44’08” East, 153.93 feet to the Point of Beginning. Containing 1.04 acres, more or less, all lying and being in Gilchrist County, Florida.Together with a 1977 Pace Doublewide Mobile Home VIN #’s GD0CFL46762854A RP#12106259 and GD0CFL46762854B RP# 12106256.(“2007 mortgaged property”)ANY PERSON CLAIMING AN INTEREST IN THE SURPLUS FROM THE SALE, IF ANY OTHER THAN THE PROPERTY OWNER AS OF THE DATE OF THE LIS PENDENS MUST FILE A CLAIM WITHIN 60 DAYS AFTER THE SALE.Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the ADA Coordinator at (352) 337-6237, at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance. If you are hearing or voice impaired, please call 711. If you are deaf or hard of hearing and require an ASL interpreter or an assisted listening device to participate in a proceeding, please

Jennifer “Jen” KerkhoffAttorney at [email protected]

Law Office of Jennifer Kerkhoff

P.O. Box 346Summerfield, FL 34492

Off.: 352.245.6350www.JKFlaLaw.com

General Civil * Estate Planning * Probate*Free consultations available in Bronson or Trenton

The Suwannee River Water Management District (District) is currently working with electric companies throughout its 15-county region to provide electrical consumption data that will be used to determine agricultural water use.

The District requires monitoring and reporting of groundwater and surface water withdrawals for new, renewed, and modified permits. The requirement applies to permitted withdrawals from wells with an inside diameter of 8 inches or greater and to surface water pumps with an outside diameter of 6 inches or greater.

The District is pursuing an innovative, cost-efficient means to obtain accurate water use data from agricultural producers. Agriculture is the largest permitted water use in the District. The water use data is critical to plan for future water supplies and manage water resources.

Agricultural producers electing to participate in this program will authorize the participating electric utility to provide electrical consumption meter data for each water pump. The District will then be able to accurately determine the water use.

Central Florida Electric Cooperative, Inc., and another cooperative have signed agreements with the District to allow for the transmittal of electrical data, following customer authorization to release the data. These partnerships provide essential data that will enable the District to assess water use without additional costs to our agricultural producers and save our taxpayers money.

The District is presently working with other electric companies to obtain this vital information in a cost-efficient manner. Once the other companies partner with the District to share the electrical data, agricultural producers in those service areas will be able to participate in the monitoring requirements while avoiding additional costs to provide the data through other methods.

“We are happy to provide electrical consumption data to the District to enhance its water use monitoring program,” said Central Florida Electric Cooperative, Inc., Chief Financial Officer Eddie Thomas.

“We appreciate the leadership of Central Florida Electric Cooperative, Inc., in partnering with the District to provide us this information, which is the most cost-effective method to collect accurate water use data,” said District Executive Director Ann Shortelle.

SRWMD partners with local co-op

High Springs Pioneer Days

The 38th Annual High Springs Pioneer Days Festival will be Satur-day, Apr. 26, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Apr. 27, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the James Paul Park and downtown area.

The festival will feature crafts, fine arts, gourmet products, plants, flowers, festival food, live music, Kids Korral, Heritage Village, Indian Dance Circle, historical shoot-out re-enactments, Railroad Museum, Quilt Museum, Black History Museum, Business Expo and much more!

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Services A/C REPAIRS: Fast, friendly, reliable service. Repairs and replacements. Call All Season Heating & A/C, Inc. 1-800-542-1028 or 493-4888 anytime. Master-card & Visa accepted. Lic#CA0057426.

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The Humane Society of Gilchrist County, Inc. has low cost neuter vouch-ers available. Sorry, just doing boys at this time. A voucher for a male cat is $25 and that includes a rabies shot. A voucher for a dog is $40 and that includes a rabies shot. If your dog is over 40 pounds the price goes up, so please weigh your dogs so we can give you the correct voucher. We do not take checks, so please bring cash. We hand out vouchers at the Tren-ton Library at 5:30 to 6:00 on Friday Feb-ruary 28th. If you have questions, please call 352-463-7364.

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DIXIE MONUMENTS: 24347 SE Hwy 19, Old Town, FL 32680. Toll free 877-542-3432. dixiemonuments.com. Face-book Dixie Monuments/Ben Barber. 20 years experience.

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ELECTRICAL WORK: State Certi-fied, dependable, honest, experts, for any and all electrical needs call All Seasons @ 493-4888 or 1-800-542-1028. License number # EC13001855.

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JERRY WILKS FILL DIRT SER-VICE: Fill dirt, driveways, topsoil, demolition, limerock, land clearing. (352) 493-3137 (day) or (352) 463-6111 (night).

Yard SalesMOVING SALE: Friday and Saturday 8:30-3:30 by Rock Bluff in Bell off of 340 by Suwannee River. Rain or shine. Look for signs.

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For Sale16’ GOOSENECK LIVESTOCK TRAILER: Good condition, new brakes. 352-222-7142.

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HayHAY FOR SALE: Large rolls, highly fertilized, net wrapped, weed free. Coast-al Bermuda $50/roll. Call 352-949-0222.

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Want To BuyOLD TRACTORS: Rusted, busted, abandoned, broken, neglected, dead or alive. Also, farm implements or parts. Call Sonny anytime, 352-474-9753, keep trying.

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2014

ClassifiedsClassified Ads $5.50 Minimum for 20 Words. 10 cents each additional word.

GILCHRIST COUNTY JOURNAL Page Nine

Party RentalsSPACE WALK of Suwannee River: Bounce Houses, Slides, Interactives, and Concessions. Call today 352-600-6400 or visit us online at www.here comesfun.com/suw. Like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/spacewalksu wanneeriver

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Pre-SchoolKid’s World Preschool Ages-2-12, VPK, Preschool & Afterschool. Open-ings available Great rates 352-463-3555.

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ServicesFIRESTINES PAINTING: Residential and Commercial. Licensed and Insured. www.firestinespainting.com 352-463-9000 office, 352-507-2278 cell.

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FENCE REPAIRS and new installation. Pressure washing. Call for references and estimates at 561-719-7990.

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APPLIANCE REPAIR: All brands, ice maker & dishwasher installation. EPA certified techs. MC-VISA, 352-949-0651.

(352) 463-7075 (office)(352) 463-7302 FAX

E-mail: [email protected] C. TROKELicensed Real Estate Broker WEBSITE: www.trokerealtyinc.com

730 E. Wade Street (SR-26)Trenton, Florida 32693

Jean Troke (1st cell)(352) 493-3539

Paul Troke (cell)(352) 221-2999

Jean Troke (2nd cell)(352) 493-5237

Serving the Tri-County Area Since 1983“Professional Service With A Personal Touch”

PRICE REDUCED (From $114,900)—CUSTOM CB-Blt. HOME, ON 2+ ACRES (w/ POOL): 2BR/2BA: Well-kept home in East Gilchrist (pictured on the left), on a corner 2.3-acre tract w/ paved frontage nearby to SR-26. Has 2-car att. garage, an in-ground pool (pictured on the right) with

attached large back porch, 1400+ inside sq.ft. of comfort, buck stove & more…Seller will consider LEASE/PURCHASE possibility—call or email our office today for the details…$96,900.

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FAXSERVICE463-7393

ServicesMOWER & CHAINSAW PARTS

Stihl, Husqvarna, Ayp, Murray, Sears, MTD, Briggs, Kohler, Robin, and Hon-

da. Blades for most mowers.Beauchamp Saw Shop

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Help WantedWANTED - EXPERIENCED FORM CARPENTERS: Must have experi-ence with vertical and elevated concrete forming (beams & columns), and steel reinforcing. Must have transportation. EOE DFWP. Apply in person, 222 West Wade St., Trenton, FL or send experience to [email protected]

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PART-TIME WAITRESS: Apply at Suwannee Valley Quilt Shop, Suwannee Rose Cafe, 352-463-3842.

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Laundry Position: F/T, 10:00pm to 5:00am, Thursday & Friday’s Off, Expe-rience Preferred, Apply at: Florida Crown Workforce, 211-B SE 11th St. Trenton.

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WE MAKE SIGNS352-463-7135

Want To RentCATTLE PASTURE: 40 - 500 acres, 352-222-7142.

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For RentMOBILE HOME FOR RENT: 2 BR/2 BA SW. Near Bell, private 5 acres, $500/month, first, last, security. Call 352-233-5432.

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Located in NE Trenton... 2 BR/1 Bath..$500/mo...First/Last/Damage... 352-463-7770.

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PRAIRIE OAKS APARTMENTS: Ac-cepting application for 1, 2, & 3 bedroom apts. Office hrs 8-5 Mon., Tues., Thurs., & Fri. 1050 SW 1st Drive, Chiefland, FL 32626. 352-493-2427. TDD/TTY 711. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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Real Estate2 BR/1 BA HOME on 2 lots. 423 SE 3rd Street, Chiefland. $16,000 obo. Call 221-1930 or 210-8777.

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BELL - CITY - COMMERCIAL: Two 1-acre lots, $25,000. 1-acre, $13,500 no interest, 10% down. Paved road, 386-935-6600.

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FOR SALE - Retail storefront property in downtown Trenton. Three buildings on Main Street. Call 352-463-7135.

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ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, ENGLISH 164 Duty Days–Tenure Track

to Commence Fall 2014Full-time, tenure track position teaching

Freshman Composition I and II, Literature Courses (American, British, or World) and

creative writing; and other duties as assigned. Requires Master’s degree or doctorate with at

least 18 graduate credits in English prefix courses. Proven ability to teach English

Composition and Literature to freshman and sophomore college students; ability to work with

computers, web-based instruction, and multi-media presentational teaching

technologies.Ability, willingness, and qualifications to teach

in other areas (such as speech, or humanities) are advantages. Substantive experience teaching

both traditional and online courses is desirable.ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR,

MATHEMATICS164 Duty Days–Tenure Track

To Commence Fall 2014Teach Developmental Arithmetic, Elementary

and Intermediate Algebra courses. Teach College Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Trigonometry,

Mathematics for Liberal Arts, Statistics, and Calculus. Work with others in Mathematics

Department to develop and revise curriculum. Requires Master’s degree with minimum of 18

graduate credit hours in mathematics prefix courses.

Ability to teach a variety of mathematics courses including Developmental Arithmetic, Beginning

and Intermediate Algebra, College Algebra, Pre-Calculus, and potentially Statistics and

Calculus. Experience in using technology in Mathematics. Ability to work well with others. Experience with or desire to teach distance-

learning, online, and/or evening courses. Desirable Qualifications: College teaching experience. Ability to work with graphing calculators and TI-Navigator equipment.

Willingness to explore Web based instruction, and multi-media presentational teaching

technologies and a willingness to teach evening classes.

Salary: Based on degree and experience.Application Deadline: 2/28/14

Persons interested should provide College application, vita, and photocopies of transcripts. All foreign transcripts must be submitted with

official translation and evaluation. Position details and applications available on

web at: www.fgc.eduHuman Resources

Florida Gateway College149 S.E. College Place

Lake City, FL 32025-2007Ph (386) 754-4314 Fax (386) 754-4814

E-Mail: [email protected] is accredited by the Commission on

Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. VP/ADA/EA/EO College in

Education and Employment

PROGRAMMER ANALYSTResponsible for providing programming support and development of technology solutions for one or more business areas of the college. Assists in

the solution of operational difficulties encountered in existing programs. AS Degree

required, Bachelor’s degree preferred. Knowledge of Ellucian Banner software, Oracle database systems, Oracle Application Express

programming, PL/SQL programming, C programming, Sharepoint programming, Net

programming and Microsoft Access programming preferred. Ability to work

independently to resolve and maintain all aspects of technical support. Ability to communicate

information and ideas effectively. Able to accurately provide information to supervisors, co-workers and staff by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. Ability to plan and organize. Ability to adjust to change and be

innovative.Salary Range: $ 39,375 - $77,000 annually,

plus benefits Application Deadline:

Open Until FilledPersons interested should provide College

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Page Ten THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2014GILCHRIST COUNTY JOURNAL

TANGIBLE PERSONAL PROPERTYINFORMATION

This form answers some common questions taxpayers have concerning TangiblePersonal Property. In addition, it provides information that will help you file an accurate

and timely tax return.

Questions Most Frequently Asked About Tangible Personal Property

What is Tangible Personal Property?A. Tangible Personal Property is everything other than real estate that has value by itself. It would include things such as furniture, fixtures, tools, machinery, household appliances, signs, equipment, leasehold improvements, supplies, leased equipment and any other equipment used in a business or to earn income.Who must file?A. Anyone in possession of assets on January 1 who has either a proprietorship, partnership, corporation or is a self-employed agent or contractor, must file each year. Property owners who lease, lend or rent property must also file.Why must I file a return?A. Florida Statutes 193.052 requires that all tangible personal property be reported each year to the Property Appraiser's office. If you receive a return, it's because our office has determined that you may have property to report. If you feel the form is not applicable, return it with an explanation. Either way, the form MUST be returned. Failure to receive a Personal Property Tax Return (DR-405) does not relieve you of your obligation to file.How can I obtain this form?A. At the beginning of the year a return is mailed to Tangible Personal Property owners. If you do not get one, contact the Property Appraiser's Office.What if I have no assets to report? Do I still have to file a return?A. Yes, if you feel you do not have anything to report, fill out items 1 through 9 on the return, and attach an explanation of why nothing was reported. However, almost all businesses and rental units have some assets to report even if it is only supplies, rented equipment or household goods.If I am no longer in business, should I still file the return?A. Yes, if you were not in business on January 1 of the taxing year, follow this procedure:1) On your return, indicate the date you went out of business and the manner in which you disposed of your business assets. Remember if you still have the assets, you must file on them.2) Sign and date the return.3) Have your signature notarized.4) Mail the return back to this office.What is an office or field review assessment?A. When a tax return is not filed by April 1 we are required to place an assessment on the property. This assessment represents an estimate based on the value of business with similar equipment and assets. Being assessed does not alleviate your responsibility to file an accurate return.What if I don't agree with the assessed value that appears on the notice of proposed property taxes that I receive in August of each year?A. Call this office or come in and discuss the matter with us. If you have evidence that the appraised value is more than the actual fair market value of your property, we will welcome the opportunity to review all the pertinent facts.

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HELPFUL HINTS AND SUGGESTIONS* File the original return with this office (with name and account number preprinted), as soon as possible before April 1. Be sure to sign and date your return.* Work with your accountant or C.P.A. to identify any equipment that may have been "Physically Removed". List those items in the appropriate space on your return.* If you have an asset listing or depreciation schedule that identifies each piece of equipment, attach it to your complete return.* Do not use vague terms such as "various" or "same as last year".* It is to your advantage to provide a breakdown of assets since depreciation on each item may vary.* Please include your estimate of fair market value and the original cost of the item on your return. They are important considerations in determining an accurate assessment.* Additional information regarding filing is provided in the instructional section of the return itself.* If you sell your business, go out of business, or move to a new location, please inform this office. It will enable us to keep timely, accurate records.

To inquire for more information aboutTangible Personal Property please contact:

Damon C. LeggettGilchrist County Property Appraiser

112 South Main Street, Room 138Trenton, Florida 32693

(352) 463-3190 • 1-800-219-3208

Q. What if I buy or sell an existing business during the year - Who is responsible for the taxes? A. The new owner is responsible, however if there is insufficient property to satisfy the taxes due, the owner on January 1 would be responsible for the difference. Most title companies do not do a search of the tangible assets of a business. You should therefore consult your realtor, attorney or closing agent to avoid problems in this area.Q. What if I receive more than one tax return? A. All returns must be sent back. If you have more than one location, the assets of each should be listed separately on each return.Q. What if I have old equipment that has been fully depreciated and written off the books? A. Whether fully depreciated in your accounting records or not, all property still in use or in your possession should be reported.Q. Do I have to report assets that I lease, loan, rent, borrow or are provided in the rent? A. Yes, there is an area on the return specifically for those assets. Even though the assets are assessed to the owner, they must be listed for informational purposes.Q. Is there a minimum value that I do not have to report? A. No, there is no minimum value. A tangible tax return must be filed on all assets by April 1.Q. If I rent my furnished home or condo for a few months, do I have to file a tangible personal property tax return? A. Yes, since rental activity is of an income producing nature, you must file a return which lists your personal property. Items that should be listed include: Draperies, furniture, appliances and any other personal property included in the rental unit.

Q. Are there deadlines and penalties? A. The deadline for filing a timely return is April 1. After April 1, Florida Statutes provide that PENALTIES be applied at 5% per month or portion of a month that the return is late. A 15% penalty is required for unreported property, AND A 25% PENALTY IF NO RETURN IS FILED.

$25,000 Tangible PersonalProperty Exemption

In order to receive this new exemption, you must file a Tangible Personal Property Return by April

1, unless an exemption has been granted.

Tangible Property Return shall be considered an application for the exemption and will be applied to the first $25,000 of assessed value for the TPP

account.

Middle School Softball Team is pictured back row, left to right: Assistant Coach Garrett Bivens, Rachel Johnson, Alaina Brown, Brooke Bivens, Riley Butler, Savannah Jones, and Head Coach Sharonda Green. Front row: Aubrey Brown, Zoey Maksimov, Nickie Deen, Mallory Coates, Hailey Pope, and Jacquelyn Kincaid.

THS Varsity Lady Tigers are shown kneeling from left to right: Nicole Langford, Paige Terry, Ashley Biddle, Josie NesSmith, Kayla Costello, and Kacee Langford. Standing from left, Madison Redd, Lyndsay Boland, Kylah Dawson, Carleigh Hartzog, Shelby Myers, Ginger Deen, Madyson Feather, and Kyndall Williams.

JV Softball Team is pictured back row, left to right: Assistant Coach Galen Watson, Taylor Deen, Head Coach Devin Colley, Christianna Norfleet, Monika Gay, Chesney Overstreet, and Grace Guthrie. Front row: Zakyah Frazier, Hallie Bryant, Taniah Bowers, Reagan Couch, and Madison Coates.

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2014 Trenton Tiger Softball Teams

By John M AyersThe Trenton

Lady Tigers varsity softball team will take their, 3-2 overall, 1-0 in District 6-1A, record to Bell Friday night to challenge the Lady Bulldogs.

The first pitch is set for 7 p.m. The Tigers have defeated Bronson

8-5, St. Francis 16-1, and Oak Hall 16-6 this season. The Lady Tigers were defeated by Lafayette early in the season by a score of 18-0, and Dixie County 13-1 last Friday night.

Bell defeated Keystone Heights in a pre-season tournament in January.

Trenton and Bell softball teams represent two of five teams that make up District 6 1A. The three other teams are Bronson, Hawthorne, and Hilliard.

Come out and support Gilchrist County’s athletes on Friday night in Bell.

Lady Tigers will play Bell Friday