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County will hold two workshops for local oyster farmers and fishermen By NICOLE ZEMA

The maritime industries that have long been the cornerstone of county commerce are evolving. Wakulla County leadership wants to ensure that the hardworking men and women who built the local oyster and fishing economy don’t get left behind, as farming techniques move into the future. Two separate workshops were proposed at recent commission meetings – one specifically to

hear the concerns of oyster farmers, crabbers and fishermen and women – and the another workshop to bring in experts, industry newcomers, and other voices. One workshop has been officially scheduled at 3 p.m. before the Jan. 19 meeting in commission chambers. But Commissioner Chairman Ralph Thomas thinks the county can take it further. At the Nov. 16 meeting, Thomas said, “One thing that we have not heard is from the oystermen – what the problems are from their

perspective. Why don’t we have a workshop between now and then; basically make it a listening session for anybody who’s a commercial or recreational fisherman… let’s hear what the concerns are. It might make it easier to know who the experts are we should invite in to help solve the problems.” Commissioners agreed the listening session should be at 3 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 4 before the regular meeting. Tallahassee Community College’s Wakulla Environmental Turn to Page 3A

Some ‘beary’ special guests By NICOLE ZEMA

A family of black bears spent the day in Dick and Hazel Benton’s tree Monday. Below: Hazel Benton peers at them with binoculars, and Penny stands guard.

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A trio of Florida black bears did not need a written invitation to Dick and Hazel Benton’s home on Monday. The mama bear and two cubs were welcome to spend the day up the Benton’s backyard tree. The wildlife-loving couple, who reside at Lake Ellen, heard their shihtzu Penny barking furiously Monday morning after letting her out around 8 a.m. “My husband let her out, and she was barking, barking, barking, barking…” Hazel Benton said. “He came out to see what she was barking at. It was bears! At first I thought it was a raccoon or a possum, because that’s what comes around all the time.” Benton said when they stepped outside, the cubs were up in the tree’s branches, and the mother bear was several feet off the ground, about halfway up the trunk. “At first, my husband didn’t even see the cubs,” she said. “But she climbed all the way up, and got up there with her babies. I think they’re afraid of Penny!” The bears were not stuck in the tree. Florida Fish and Wildlife dispatched an officer, who said the bears would come down on their own eventually. The FWC officer encouraged the Bentons to stay inside with Penny until the bears felt safe to come down.

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Teachers approve contract Contains provision to transfer leave to other employees, plus a one-time bonus payout for all district staff By WILLIAM SNOWDEN editor@thewakullanews.net

The Wakulla County School Board unanimously approved a new contract for teachers that includes a provision to allow the transfer sick leave to other employees. The contract also includes a one-time $600 bonus for teachers that will appear in their December paycheck, said Superintendent of Schools Bobby Pearce after the Monday, Nov. 16 school board meeting. Support staff will receive $300 and administrators will receive a $500 bonus, Pearce said. “The contract reflects a lot of good things,” Pearce said. “Most importantly, how we work together in spite of declining student enrollment and the challenges of the Affordable Health Care Act. We are thankful that our School Board shares the commitment of greater student success with our teachers and staff.” Teachers in the Wakulla Classroom Teachers Association voted overwhelmingly last week to approve the contract, said Missy Rudd, president Turn to Page 5A

Fishermen form co-op

Wakulla Commercial Fishermen unite to promote local seafood By WILLIAM SNOWDEN editor@thewakullanews.net

They did Monday night. A squirrel feeder attached to the tree was knocked down and

broken – presumably by the bears. Benton laughed and said they will fix it later. “I just love wild animals,” Benton said. “The instinct of her to look after her babies is the same as ours. It may be even more so. And that’s beautiful to me.”

Chloe Shields: The gift of life

By NICOLE ZEMA

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Every moment with Chloe Shields is a gift. And the gift of Chloe’s life will resonate within her family – even after she is gone. The 10-year-old was diagnosed with Sanfilippo Syndrome in September, after almost a decade of repeated misdiagnosis. A benefit cook-out is planned at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 28

The Wakulla Commercial Fisherman’s Association voted last week to form a cooperative for commercial oystermen, shrimpers, crabbers and fishermen. Wakulla Commercial Fisherman’s President Keith Ward said the vote came after open and frank discussions for the past two months recognizing the need for Wakulla’s commercial fishermen to join forces and speak with one voice in order to build its seafood industry. “Wakulla County has some of the finest seafood in the world, and we’re proud of it and our heritage,” said Ward. “Now we believe that coming together will boost our ability to market our seafood, strengthen our resources and have a voice in legislation, regulations and commercial success.” The vote at Posey’s Up the Creek Steam Room follows the Nov. 2 decision by Wakulla County commissioners to hold a workshop for county oystermen in January to address a variety of difficulties the county’s seafood industry has suffered since 2010, and the need for overcoming those barriers to success. “We want the state and the county to understand Turn to Page 5A

ObituarIES

James Ottis Cain Raymond Leroy Crosby Raymond Graves Lois Ann Bialk Jacobs Arthur Allen Lipscomb Brenda Jean Whitfield

PHOTOS BY NICOLE ZEMA & SPECIAL SUBMISSIONS

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Chloe Shields, 10, was recently diagnosed with Sanfilippo Syndrome, a fatal genetic disease. At right: Alex Shields feeds his sister Chloe at lunchtime. Below: Mom Cindy Harrell puts Chloe down for a nap. at Hudson Park to raise money for the family’s medical and travel expenses. A benefit yard sale is also scheduled at the park at 9 a.m. The rare genetic condition, also known as Mucopolysaccharidoses, affects one out of 70,000 births worldwide, according to the National MPS Society. T reat-

ments like bone marrow transplants and gene therapy might be effective with early diagnosis, but there is no known cure. The disease is fatal. It manifests in early childhood, and victims succumb by their teenage or early adult years.

Sanfilippo is a recessive disease caused by a deficiency of an enzyme needed to break down waste created by cellular activity, resulting in the storage of those waste materials in virtually every cell of the body. Turn to Page 13A

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Veterans honored at ceremony in Sopchoppy

By NICOLE ZEMA

Barnes said he was sent on six deployments, each six-months long. The father of five said he missed The picturesque serenity of West birthdays, holidays and family mileSopchoppy Cemetery was enhanced stones. While the separation was with red, white and blue on Nov. 11 difficult, Barnes joked that being for the annual Veterans Day service. involved in historic events made for More than 50 people gathered at good conversation at reunions. “But what makes a person endure the cemetery gates to pay tribute to all veterans – past, present and hardships that come with military service?” Bar nes future. The military speaker was asked. “The ser vice? Honor? Being Petty Officer Stea part of something phen Barnes, rebigger?” tired U.S. Navy. The On his last deSilver Belles choral ployment, “I was group sang patriotic talking to my oldest songs, including the daughter,” Barnes National Anthem. said of the thenThe Rev. Robert 4-year -old. “She Thompson, pastor asked in the most of Apostolic Pentecostal Church, innocent voice – shared the opening Daddy why did you prayer. go away? I told her Stephen Barnes “We pray for a there are people work of healing, in this world who restoration and wholeness for those want to hurt you. Daddy is making who made the sacrifice,” he prayed. sure that won’t happen.” “Most of all, help us as a people and Barnes then read the poem, “It is nation to turn our hearts in repen- the Veteran,” that lyrically described tance, so the sacrifice was not made the freedoms and liberties we enjoy in vain.” in the United States. Cemetery Committee Chairman Yates said our county’s heritage Randy Yates said our heroes growing of veterans stretches back to Revolutionary War times. up tended to be the war veterans. “Today our freedom is threatened Yates said the Woodmen of the World provided a new flag pole for as much as ever, but in a much difthe cemetery, but a cement base is ferent way,” Yates said. “Thanks to still needed before it can be erected. each and every one of you for your Keynote speaker Stephen Barnes service.” The Rev. John S. Dunning, passaid he enlisted in the Navy in 1991 at the height of the Gulf War. He tor of Spirit Life Church, closed the became a Naval Aviation Ordnance- service in prayer. Taps was played man working on aircraft weapons on trumpet by Tallahassee Community College student and 2015 systems. “Remember the Shock and Awe Wakulla High School graduate Hancampaign?” Barnes asked. “I built nah Tinsley. those bombs.” nzema@thewakullanews.net

PHOTOS BY NICOLE ZEMA

Top left: Valerie Lewis places flags on the grave of her parents as her aunt Callie Roberts Quigg looks on. Lewis’ father Jerry J. Hodge Jr. served in WWII. Top Right: The Silver Belles sing patriotic songs. Middle: Hannah Tinsley plays taps, as ceremony participants show respect for the fallen.

Wakulla Springs hosts Camp Gordon Johnston on Veterans Day By NICOLE ZEMA

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A celebration of veterans fit into a historic narrative at the Lodge at Wakulla Springs on Nov. 11 at a special Veterans Day exhibit in the lobby, provided by Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum. Mike Horvath, executive secretary to the Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum Board of Directors, greeted guests who were curious about the WWII weapons, uniforms and utilities that were displayed around the lobby. Photos of troops training at Wakulla Springs were posted in the room, and clips from the water and swamp training looped

on the big screen TV. “Training down here was more specific to the Pacific theaters,” Horvath said, adding that 300,000 troops trained at Camp Gordon Johnston in Carrabelle between 1941 and 1945. “The generals thought Wakulla Springs was not good for training. But they retracted that, because they ended up being very well trained here. It’s a very important part of history, but a small part.” Horvath said troops at Wakulla Springs learned underwater demolition, scuba techniques, and how to survive in water with gear. The old footage showed soldiers jumping off the diving platform with packs,

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A historic photograph of WWII troops training at Wakulla Springs. See the Lodge in the background. securing guns on makeshift rafts, and crouching on the swampy edges of the spring. Troops prepared for the European conflict of WWII in Carrabelle, which was home to many German and Italian prisoners of war. Horvath said the POWS were

paid 50 cents a day as cooks and farmhands, and several stayed in Carrabelle, or came back and settled there. Wakulla Springs State Park Director Pete Scalco said the veterans display was a way for the park to honor veterans and also encourage folks to

come visit the park and lodge. The entrance fee was waived on Nov. 11. “We appreciate on Veterans Day the connection between Camp Gordon Johnston and Wakulla Springs,” Scalco said. Paddling Trail Coordinator Liz Sparks of DEP’s Office of Greenways and Trails also greeted folks in the lobby in an effort to promote a special campaign called “Wish You Were Here.” The self-guided itinerary is intended to connect people with Florida’s freshwater springs attractions. The route begins at Wakulla Springs and meanders to Silver Springs, De Leon Springs, Weeki Wachee Springs, Homosassa

Springs and Rainbow Springs. For more information about Wish You Were Here, visit www. floridastateparks.org. The WWII museum is home to a half million dollars worth of historical artifacts from handwritten letters to military service men. “It’s more of a storytelling museum,” Horvath said. Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum is located at 1001 Gray Ave. in Carrabelle. It is open from 1 to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday, noon until 4 p.m. on Fridays, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. For more information, visit: www. campgordonjohnston. com, or call 850-6978575.

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St. Marks receives small federal oil spill settlement By NICOLE ZEMA nzema@thewakullanews.net

The City of St. Marks will deposit $12,409 into its general fund for losses associated with the 2010 BP Oil Spill. Attorney Donald M. Hinkle of the firm Hinkle & Foran presented the news at the Nov. 12 city council meeting. A negotiated portion of claims by the federal government went

to cities and counties affected by the spill. Hinkle said a revenueand-recovery formula was applied to award damages to multiple cities, counties and school boards. “It’s a take-it-or leave-it offer,” Hinkle said. “If you leave it, there’s really nowhere to go, if you didn’t have actual oil on your property. It would be a wise move to take it.”

Wakulla native Brandon Allen, 27, recovering from two strokes

Because St. Marks is a frugal city with low taxes, Hinkle said there was not a lot of tax revenue to lose in the oil spill. “Places that had high taxes could make a bigger claim,” he said. The original claim award is $17,790, but a 20 percent consor tium fee and other expenses, like filing fees, brought that number

down. It would be lower, but Hinkle said his firm will eat half the expenses and return $1,800 in fees to the city. In other matters: • The city council is planning a ribbon cutting at the new municipal dock by the first of the year. • The council will vote on an agreement with North Florida As-

phalt to re-do the city’s streetscape project. Council members previously discussed pre-suit mediation with Hale Contracting for problems with a streetscape project on Port Leon Drive. A settlement was not reached in mediation, so litigation is moving forward. “We are close to contracting with a new pav-

ing company to repair the damage caused by Hale and bring the road up to safety standards and DOT standards,” said City Attorney Ron Mowrey. “The city will seek total recovery for all losses, expenses and fees in litigation.” • Florida Rural Water Resources will conduct a rate study, and present its findings at the Dec. 10 meeting.

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1 4x8 Utility Trailer Staff Report Wakulla native and Navy Reservist Brandon Allen, 27, is on the path to recovery from two recent strokes. He suffered from a stroke caused by a blood clot in his brain on Sept. 24. He was working out at a gym in the Washington D.C. area at the time. He is currently at the Fairfax Inova Hospital in northern Virginia. His family is reaching out to the community for the unexpected travel expenses. Centennial Bank branch locations have an account called: Rhonda Lawhon benefit for Brandon Allen. Allen graduated from Wakulla High School in 2006. His sister Shannon Allen and mom will continue to travel to Virginia throughout his recovery. “He is in rehab now in

Let’s talk oysters From Front Page

Institute has developed successful oyster farming techniques that are already yielding profitable crops. The class is designed to not only teach modern oyster farming practices, but also provide students the tools they need to start oyster businesses. Because students are loaned $15,400 in equipment and training, class seats are limited to 10 per year. However, students with enough capital can buy their seat and forego the six-year waiting list. Commissioner Jer ry Moore recently announced he is one of those students. This drew complaints from local oyster farmers, who in desperate economic straits, must wait a long time to get seats in the class. WEI Executive Director Bob Ballard acknowledged the waiting list is ridiculously long, but the level of state funding, and the limited number of water leases prevents larger classes. He said they are beginning to develop techniques to farm oysters in deeper water to expand the leases. At the Nov. 2 commission meeting, Commissioner Howard Kessler talked about struggles of fishing industry workers in Wakulla County – from crabbers to oystermen. “Everyone knows at this point in time, oyster-

Alexandria, Va.,” Lawhon said. “My daughter Shannon Allen and I will be traveling to be with him as much as possible. An account has been set up for him at Centennial Bank to help cover expenses, medical needs and more. For anyone who may be willing to contribute or donate, please contact Centennial Bank for Benefit for Brandon Allen.” Allen is a Navy Veteran and currently a member of the Naval Reserves. He served for six years on active duty which included a deployment in the Persian Gulf. He graduated from the University of Memphis with his accounting degree, and works for KPMG in Washington, D.C. PHOTO: Brandon Allen is pictured with his sister Shannon Allen. men are going through a hard period, both here and in other areas of the Gulf,” Kessler said. “I strongly feel that we, as a board, should reach out and try to help the oystermen of Wakulla County… and people involved in the fishing industry as well.” Commissioner Randy Merritt seconded the workshop motion, and said, “I have no problem doing this, as long as it doesn’t turn into TCCbashing.” Kessler said TCC, and all parties, are invited to listen and learn. “I think it should be a very positive thing on how to go forward,” Kessler said. Commissioner Richard Harden was on board too, saying not only does he support maritime workers, but also the innovative techniques brought forth by Wakulla Environmental Institute. He quoted Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam, who said farming practices evolve and modernize with every generation. “If we can hold a workshop and talk about a way to find a balance to bring all of this together, I think it would be great,” Harden said. Oysterman John Taylor thanked commissioners for the upcoming workshops. Taylor previously filed suit against TCC’s Board of Trustees for fraud, negligence and breach of contract. “It means a lot to me,” Taylor said. “I’m a fourthgeneration oysterman. We’ve been doing this all our lives.”

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Greg Cohen is having fun at Wakulla Springs Lodge

In response to the Paris terrorist attacks.

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Greg Cohen at the Wakulla Springs Lodge soda fountain last year.

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reg Cohen, owner of Lofty Pur suits in Tallahassee, and part of the management team of Wakulla Springs Lodge, is having entirely too much fun. He recently held a 3D screening of “Creature from the Black Lagoon” at the Lodge – one of several movies famously shot at Wakulla Springs. The event featured a cast of the Creature’s mask made by Jim Henson some years ago. On Thursday, Nov. 12, Cohen organized a Taste of Wakulla Springs both as a celebration of the anniversary of the management team at the Lodge – which includes Cohen – and as a fundraiser for Friends of Wakulla Springs. Cohen is at the door greeting visitors, and handing out drink tick-

ets. He notes that he made contact with Old For ester Bourbon – the brand preferred by Lodge’s founder Ed Ball – and got the company to send a variety as a promotion. I’m not much of Bourbon drinker, but it’s not bad. If anything, it’s better because of the background that Cohen pours on: Ball had laid in a personal supply of Old Forester at the Lodge to last out Prohibition. Ball would share his supply with his visitors, but anyone who had more than one drink he considered a drunkard, Cohen says. To that end, Johnny Weismuller, staying at the Lodge for the filming of some Tarzan movies, allegedly stole a whole bottle of Ball’s Bourbon. Cohen has a number of Johnny Weismuller stories connected to the Lodge, all of which end with Weismuller getting away with whatever it was with a shrug and the line, “He was a movie star.” Stole a bottle of Ed Ball’s liquor? Shrug, “He was a movie star.” Weismuller’s legendary (or mythical) profligate romances in Wakulla during the filming? Shrug, “He was a movie star.” On the walls of the soda fountain are paint-

ings by Cohen, who was a commercial artist before going into business, and there’s a painting of Weismuller as Tarzan; one of Julia Adams dancing with the Creature, who’s natty in tuxedo and black tie, a pose Cohen took from a 1920s Arrow shirt ad; and a painting of the Creature emerging from a black lagoon wearing a soda jerk’s cap and carrying an ice cream float. Cohen appears most proud of the rack card he wrote which professes to give visitors information on “Gill Monster of Northwest Florida” and provides information on its habitat, easy field identification and environmental threats. Under helpful tips on how to protect the North Florida Gill Monster, “Keep all cats indoors. While the Gill Monster will eat cats, they are not part of its natural diet and can make it quite sick. Dogs and people are OK to feed the gill monster.” He’s especially proud of the section on the Life Cycle of the Gill Monster, which is an amphibian, and has Gillpoles. Oh my. Cohen is having entirely too much fun.

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Annual Community Rudloe recognized for conservation Feast is Saturday heroism at Photo Ark exhibit in D.C. By NICOLE ZEMA

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Volunteer Andre White ladles hot gravy at last year’s Wakulla County Community Feast. Staff Report It’s time again for the annual Wakulla County Community Feast at Hudson Park on Saturday, Nov. 21 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., or until the food is gone. Come and enjoy a day of Thanksgiving with free meals and Christian fellowship. This event is hosted every year by Hallowed Be Thy Name Church of God. Volunteers are vital to making this 10th annual community-wide event a success. Volunteers should call 792-4286 prior to the event. Donors are welcome to call the same number for information. A community blood drive will also be in the park, where participants will receive free T-shirts and wellness check-ups, including blood pressure, iron count and a cholesterol screenings. Please bring canned food donations to help a family in need. The park is located at 21 Ochlockonee St.

Gulf Specimen Marine Lab Founder and President Jack Rudloe recently returned from the National Geographic Museum in Washington D.C., where he was recognized for his contribution to The Photo Ark project, and for his family’s influence on National Geographic Magazine. To date, National Geographic Photographer Joel Sartore photographed 4,700 species, more than 100 of them at GSML. Sartore’s goal is to photograph 10,000 species. The pictures are archived and distributed by National Geographic, and will be seen by millions of people. Sartore wants individuals to connect with the images, and care more about conservation. Rudloe was honored with a portrait and writeup displayed at the exhibit’s Hall of Heroes for his conservation efforts. “I am absolutely honored and delighted,” Rudloe said. Photographer Sartore said to Rudloe, “I see you as doing something unending, and you’ve done it your entire life.” Sartore lauded Rudloe for his commitment to education, and enthusiasm for marine invertebrates. “The smaller it is, the more you’re excited about it, and the more you want to teach,” Sartore said. In 1994, Jack and his late wife Anne Rudloe contributed an article on sea turtles to National Geographic, which was the cover story for the iconic magazine. The famous cover and story was photographed by Bill Curtsinger. Rudloe said the story, that reached a worldwide audience, is a source of pride. “So many people have told me that that article changed a lot of

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National Geographic Photographer Joel Sartore with Gulf Specimen Marine Lab Founder and President Jack Rudloe at the National Geographic Museum Photo Ark Hall of Heroes in Washington, D.C. Below: Rudloe Rudloe points to a sea slug from Panacea; and the famous Nat Geo cover story.

lives, and got people interested in sea turtle conservation,” Rudloe said. Kathy Moran, senior editor at National Geographic, said the sea turtle story was visually one of the most dynamic covers ever. It took the magazine in a different direction, and helped create a blueprint for the publication’s future. She said the image and story were edgier than other editions – less “cute” – which was a critical shift in the story-telling of conservation issues. “I think it has stood the test of time, that’s for sure,” Moran said. Rudloe visited with Florida Congresswoman Gwen Graham

while visiting Washington, D.C. Rudloe said if conservation organizations were appropriately funded, it would change the world. “It should be a major endeavor of our planet, our society, and our politicians,” Rudloe said.

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of Lights. It is time to pull out your Christmas Trees, decorations, holly, lights and bows and decorate your home or business. The Panacea Waterfronts Florida Partnership will sponsor this annual event with our boat on trailer Parade and lighting of the Christmas tree. Come visit Santa after the parade. The afternoon will be filled with

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There will be no charge for vendors. Free food and beverages will be served by volunteers after the parade. So therefore, we are not accepting food vendors. Contact Michelle Crum at 9260914 or 210-8831. Applications can be picked up at Crum’s Mini Mall or Posey’s Steamroom in Panacea or download at www. visitpanacea.com

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education news from local schools

Wakulla Middle hosts Education Chancellor

Photo from left: Executive Vice Chancellor of Education Mary Jane Tappen, WMS student participants, Chancellor Hershel Lyons, and WMS Principal Rick Myhre. By BETH O’DONNELL Wakulla County Schools

Wakulla Middle School was invited by the Florida Department of Education’s Just Read, Florida! Office to help promote this year’s Celebrate Literacy Week which will be January 25-29, 2016. On November 2, the WMS Wildcats hosted Chancellor of Education Hershel Lyons and Executive Vice Chancellor Mary Jane Tappen as students participated in the “POP-UP Quiz Show” tour put on in partnership with FDOE and the Florida Lottery. WMS was chosen to participate in this fun and motivational event where WMS student teams sparred with each other over the civics-based questions. The format was akin to the Brain Bowl competitions students are used to. “WMS places a high value on teaching reading and encouraging students to read beyond what

is required of them,” states WMS Principal Rick Myhre. “This was a great chance for our students to show what they have learned from the nonfiction reading they do in the required 7th grade Civics course.” On the state Civics End of Course exam given last spring to all 7th graders, WMS scored above the state average. Students enjoyed the program that was set up outdoors and drew in even those not participating on stage by engaging the audience in answering questions as well. “We are always open to Department of Education personnel visiting our schools,” notes Superintendent Bobby Pearce. “They are definitely complimentary about our students and teachers. When they need to see positive education practices first-hand or want student and teacher input, FDOE knows they can call on Wakulla as an example of how public education can succeed.”

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Wakulla High School welding students are super proud of their new flag addition. It was provided by our NJROTC program. Welding Instructor Roscoe Grant said, “Wakulla Welding is America-strong!”

Medart’s RMS celebrates Family Engagement in Education Month Winter Festival is Dec. 4 Special to The News

Medart Elementary School’s Annual Winter Festival will be on Friday, Dec. 4, from 4 to 8 p.m. Please come out and enjoy live performances, a silent auction, yummy frozen dust, games, prizes, bingo, cake walk, rock wall, obstacle course, jump house, giant slides, gocart racing, face painting, sno-cones and lots of delicious food. All funds raised will help our school purchase updated technology for students, classroom resources and make improvements to the outside playfields. The school is located at 2558 Coastal Hwy. 98.

From left: Commissioner of Education Pam Stewart, Superintendent Bobby Pearce, RMS Principal Michele Yeomans with RMS students.

By BETH O’DONNELL Wakulla County Schools

Hosting Florida’s Commissioner of Education Pam Stewart, Riversprings Middle School helped the Department of Education kick off Florida’s Family Engagement in Education Month on November 2. The purpose was to en-

courage parents, grandparents, and guardians to get involved and stay involved with their children’s education. According to FDOE, research shows that regardless of family income or background, students whose families are engaged in their academic lives are more likely to have higher grades, test scores and graduation rates;

better school attendance; increased motivation and selfesteem; lower rates of suspension; decreased used of drugs and alcohol; and fewer instances of violent behavior. Families were invited to attend the celebration as Principal Michele Yeomans welcomed them, the RMS jazz band played, students gave speeches about the impor-

tance of family involvement, and AVID (Advancement via Individual Determination) students spoke of how family involvement is a key component of this program that helps them get into and graduate from college. Keynote speaker Commissioner Stewart said that Governor Rick Scott proclaimed November as Florida Family Engagement in Education Month. She noted that Florida is a leader in the nation in education and Florida’s graduation rates are at an all-time high. By encouraging strong family support, Florida can improve even further. Superintendent Bobby Pearce added, “From my years as an elementary school principal, I saw first-hand that it is important to start parental involvement in their education early and continue to stay involved as they grow up. Parents want the best education for their children and our district excels at that. Involved parents are the backbone of making this happen.” Florida Department of Education has developed a toolkit for schools and parents. It is available at http://www.fldoe.org/schools/family-community/activities-programs/ parental-involvement.stml.

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Nov. 19 - Nov. 22 Thursday, Nov. 19 • 2015 BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS banquet will be at the Wakulla Senior Citizens Center, with social hour at 6 p.m., and the program beginning at 7. This event is sold out. Saturday, Nov. 21 • WAKULLA COUNTY COMMUNITY FEAST will be at Hudson Park from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., or until food is gone. Come enjoy free meals and Christian fellowship. Please bring canned food donation. Volunteers call 792-4286 prior to the event. • HEARTS GONE WILD to benefit Florida Wild Mammal Association will be from noon to 8 p.m. at From The Heart Recording Studio at 55 Rose St. in Sopchoppy. $10 donation at the door.SILENT AUCTION bidding begins at Noon

Week in

with last table closing at 5 p.m. Love MUSICal ENTERTAINMENT will be from 12:30 to 8 p.m.

Upcoming Events

• SOPCHOPPY OPRY presents Heritage Harmony – the dynamic duo of Peggy June Cox and Glenda Sue Bradley at 7 p.m. in the historic Sopchoppy High School Auditorium. South Bound Band will be there with a new show too! Tickets are $13 and may be reserved by calling 850-962-3711 or purchased at the door. Ticket office and café open at 5:30 p.m. Call 962-3711 for tickets.

Saturday, Nov. 28

• NEW POSH presents Nashville producer and singer/songwriter Neal James at 7:30 p.m. Reservations required. Contact newposh3079@gmail.com or call 528-5838. Sunday, Nov. 22 • PROMISE LAND MINISTRIES will present a free concert with the band We Are Vessel at 10:30 a.m. The church is located at the intersection of Coastal Highway 98 and US 319 in Medart. Wednesday, Nov. 25 • SANTA’S MAIL BOX will be up in front of the courthouse beginning Wednesday. All the letters will be collected by his elves and delivered to Santa who will try to call any of the children who have left a phone number on their letter.

Wakulla

Library News...

“Piglet noticed that even though he had a very small heart it would hold a rather large amount of gratitude.” –A.A. Milne KID’S CRAFTS Join Ms. Rebecca on Thursday, Nov. 19 from 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. for Kid’s Crafts. Come and join in the turkey crafty fun! Gobble – gobble! FREE FRIDAY MOVIE NIGHT! Join us at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 20 for our Free Friday Movie. The famous detective, Sherlock Holmes, is retired and living in Sussex with his housekeeper, Mrs. Munro. He has a quiet life of beekeeping and

• BENEFIT COOK-OUT for 10-year-old Chloe Shields who suffers from Sanfilippo Syndrome will be at 11:30 a.m. at Hudson Park to raise money for the family’s medical and travel expenses. A benefit yard sale is also scheduled at the park at 9 a.m. • GOSPEL SING at the historic Sopchoppy High School auditorium on Yellow Jacket Street in Sopchoppy will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Admission is free and all community members are welcome. Sunday, Nov. 29 • 14TH ANNUAL WAKULLA TOY RUN, hosted by the Iron Ravens Motorcycle Club, will leave Gulf Coast Lumber at 12:30 p.m., and end at Shell Island Fish Camp. Bring a new, unwrapped toy, and enjoy live music by the Mae West Band. For more information call Joel Shirley 580-272-2406 or Mary Romine 850-272-6814. Friday, Dec. 4 • MEDART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL’S ANNUAL WINTER FESTIVAL will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Please come out and enjoy live perfor-

mances, a silent auction, yummy frozen dust, games, prizes, bingo, cake walk, rock wall, obstacle course, jump house, giant slides, go-cart racing, face painting, sno-cones and lots of delicious food. All funds raised will help our school purchase updated technology for students, classroom resources and make improvements to the outside playfields. Saturday, Dec. 5 • CHRISTMAS IN PANACEA will be from 4 ti 8 p.m. next to the Big Top Supermarket on Coastal Highway. Entertainment, vendors and free kids activities. Parade is at 6:30 p.m. • WOW CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S CONFERENCE at the Shell Point Fire Station. Prepare to get your Spirit on fire for the true meaning of Christmas! Guests check-in at 9:15 a.m., ends at 2 p.m. Complimentary lunch will be provided along with music, drama and speakers. The Conference is free but limited. Please email us at: wowshellpoint@gmail.com for a registration packet. Men are more than welcome to attend! • MOOSE LODGE in Panacea will host a health and wellness fair from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Lodge, 44 Jer-Be-Lou Blvd. There will be a blood mobile, health education and wellness information, and CPR training at 11 a.m. for a $15 fee. 984-2510 for additional information. Email events to nzema@thewakullanews.net

Chamber’s Business Excellence Awards

Annual Wakulla County Community Feast

Hearts Gone Wild musical event

Sopchoppy Opry: Heritage Harmony

Senior Center 7 p.m.

Hudson Park 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

From the Heart Studio noon to 8 p.m.

Historic auditorium 7 p.m.

Thursday

journal writing, but he is haunted by a 50-year old case that had never been solved and was the reason for his retirement. With the help of Mrs. Munro’s young son, Roger, Holmes is determined to resolve the mystery – set it down in writing as it actually happened and not as Watson had reported it - despite his struggles with a failing memory. The film is rated PG and all children must be accompanied by an adult. BYOP – Bring your own popcorn! Doors will open at 6:45 p.m. KID’S GAME DAY Keep those kids occupied while school is out at our Kid’s Game Day. Kids ages six and up can join Ms. Rebecca for a program featuring both indoor and outdoor games. As Ms.

Saturday Rebecca says, “We’re just gonna have fun!” Game Day starts at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 24. BOOK BUNCH! Join Ms. Leilania for Book Bunch, a program for preschoolers that features stories, music, and crafts with a weekly theme, on Tuesday, Nov. 24 at 10:30 a.m. BOOK BABIES! Join Ms. Leilania for Book Babies, a program that features an interactive story time and playgroup designed for infants, toddlers and their caregivers, on Wednesday, Nov. 25th at 10:30 am. SPECIAL STEAM DAY!!!! Join Ms. Rebecca on Thursday,

Saturday

Nov. 25 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. for Marble Run Day! THANKSGIVING CLOSINGS We will be closed from Nov. 26 through Nov. 30 for the Thanksgiving Holidays. Regular hours will resume on Dec. 1. The library staff wishes that the good things in life be yours in abundance, not only at Thanksgiving but throughout the upcoming year! JOIN OUR MAILING LIST! Please visit our website at www. wcpl.wildernesscoast.org/ and subscribe to our weekly email newsletter. Our newsletter contains information about upcoming events, exciting pictures of changes taking place in the library, and interesting updates on new arrivals to the collection.

Hearts Gone Wild event will benefit Florida Wild Mammal Association Special to The News

From the Heart Recording Studio will be alive with sound and entertainment on Saturday, Nov. 21 for Hearts Gone Wild – a fundraiser for Florida Wild Mammal Association. Enjoy live entertainment and a silent auction. Music begins at 12:30 p.m., and the silent auction begins at noon and closes at 5 p.m. From The Heart Recording Studio is located at 55 Rose St. in Sopchoppy. For more information call 850-962-5282 or email sopchoppyriver@gmail.com. A $10 donation at the gate will generate proceeds in support of FWMA’s efforts. FWMA is a non-profit 501(c) (3) organization dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and release of sick, injured and orphaned wildlife in our North Florida region. FWMA is equally committed to educating the public on wildlife issues. If you are unable to attend, you can always make your donation directly to FWMA 198 Edgar Poole Road, Crawfordville, FL 32327. Here are some ways to continue your support of FWMA throughout the year with basic items they always need to continue their service: bleach, paper towels, fruit cocktail, birdseed & nuts, pelican fish (pinfish, finger mullet, thread herring, butterfish), fresh fruit & vegetables, Pedigree wet & dry dog food, Friskies wet & dry cat food, Dawn dish liquid, Gift cards from local grocers to give FWMA flexibility in purchasing when needed items are not on hand. To donate items for the silent auction, please contact FWMA or drop off

at this address: 198 Edgar Poole Road, Crawfordville, (850)363-2351 Email: choppaotta@aol.com. The Wakulla News, an event sponsor, is also a drop-off location for supplies, located at 3119-A Crawfordville Highway. ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE: 12:30 p.m. Master Chief Ralph Pelletier 2 p.m. Despair Knot Dean Newman and friends 3 p.m. Boo Radley 4 p.m. Hot Tamale 5 p.m. Mimi Hearn & Ric Edmiston 6 p.m. Rick Ott Band– Rick Ott, Sammy Tedder, Stan Gramling, Nils Mann Master Chief Ralph Pelletier is a local favorite who performs what we call “real country” ballads (Hank Williams, not Jr.). He always has a great time when he performs and is known for his hip whips when he is really wound up. We love us some Master Chief! Despair Knot is a configuration of musicians led by Dean Newman. Dean is such a laid back guy and his music invites you sit back, relax and sing along. Duo partners, Michael Shawn Turner and Patricia Matson, perform together as Boo Radley. Their intricate guitar work and interlacing harmonies are heard throughout Boo Radley’s original acoustic music. This duo puts forth unique songs whose lyrics seem to touch a broad audience. When asked what kind of music they play, they answer, “Americanacousticfunkadelicrockincountry!”

Craig Reeder & Adrian Fogilin of Hot Tamale are an upbeat acoustic duo popular all around the Big Bend. Their CD “Sunnyland” was produced by Rick Ott in Sopchoppy and was named “Album of the Week” on Alive 107 in Scotland, and has gotten airplay on a number of other stations in the US and the UK. Mimi Hearn and Ric Edmiston are an incredibly powerful duo when they perform together. (From Mimi’s Report card – 1960) “Loves to talk. Mixes with group. Likes to sing.” Some things never change! Mimi has been talking and singing for years and she especially likes working with different groups. Mimi and the HearnDogs have been playing locally (appearing at The Florida Folk Festival since 2000) and MoonDance has been together for over 30 years! She also was honored to travel to Ireland in 2012, appearing as a duo with Rick Ott. She is especially thrilled when Ric Edmiston shares the stage and enhances the evening with his famous finger picking, very cool songs and lead and harmony vocals. Although his wife comments that they interact more like brother and sister, “harmony” from both will fill the air. As described by Cliff Miller of Southern Music Rising 2014, Ric Edmiston is “The Big Bend’s resident acoustic guitar wizard and winner of the 2008 Gamble Rogers Festival Finger Picking contest, Ric has played a who’s who of famous clubs nationally including Nashville’s Bluebird Cafe. Besides the Gamble fest, Ric has been a regular at the Florida Folk Festival in White Springs and Southern Music Rising in Monticello. And he loves playing music with Mimi Hearn!”

The players in the Rick Ott Band for the fundraiser include Sammy Tedder, Stan Gramling, Nils Mann and of course, Rick Ott. Saxophonist, Sammy Tedder is an accomplished musician and filmmaker. He has been playing music in our area for the last 50+ years. His original compositions show his talent for blending the sounds of nature with the soothing flow of the many musical instruments he plays. In addition to his solo CDs, Sammy has played saxophone with Labamba, Riverbreeze, Wakulla and The Rick Ott band through the last four decades, adding his unique soul and jazzy sound to these popular bands. Bassist, Stan Gramling has performed for years with many bands out of Tallahassee and is also an excellent studio musician having played on many other artists’ cds. Let’s just say, he’s no novice on the bass. Nils Mann is quite an accomplished drummer and has played with Rick numerous times over the last several years. Although, Rick, Sammy and Stan have played together for a long time, coupled with the fact that Nils is much younger, Nils has no problem sliding right in with them holding that rhythm down. Rick Ott, as most know, is just a wild man on the guitar. He always enjoys playing with well rounded, accomplished musicians who allow him to just go out on that limb. From The Heart and FWMA appreciate all who are giving their gifts to this fundraiser. Everyone participating is giving thanks to Chris and Jessica Beatty and all the volunteers at FWMA for helping our sick and injured wildlife.

Songwriter Neal James will take the stage at New Posh Saturday By DEBBIE DIX New Posh

Nashville Producer and s i n g e r / s o n g w r i t e r, N e a l James, will take the stage at New Posh on Saturday, November 21, at 7:30 p.m., to share a lifetime of musical experience. Born and raised in Georgia, as a young child, James was inspired by the excitement music creates. Influenced initially by his Dad playing guitar at weekend house parties, he began developing an appreciation for the art; he knew then he wanted to be involved with music. Although James was accepted into the piano program in college, he soon re-

alized that the music he was expected to play there was not what he wanted to do. He received very little formal musical training, but learned how to play guitar and perform by playing with other musicians, and by producing some of the greatest. Ultimately, he ended up in Nashville where he worked with many well- known singer/ songwriters: Merle Haggard, Bruce Springsteen, Johnny Paycheck, Hank Cochran, George Jones, Kris Kristofferson, Willie Nelson, David Alan Coe, and many more. In the company of many talented musicians, some having become quite famous, James was exposed to many genres of music. He has re-

corded 4 albums of his own over the years and he writes his own style of music influenced by R & B, pop and country. You can check him out on Facebook or find out more on

his website, www.nealjames. com James has received awards for his work in the music industry including Gold and Platinum albums, a Lifetime Achievement Award presented by the State of Georgia’s Governor (Zell Miller) and the Georgia House of Representatives. He has attended the Grammy Awards, CMA Awards, Billboard Awards, and many other events that have given him a panoramic view of how it all works. A lot of James life has been spent in major recording studios producing music, often for other people. But, as people in the music business often learn, the very structured and controlled nature

of music production does not allow for a musician to share his own songs and stories directly, in person, with an audience; it is something altogether different. So, James, like many other musicians, also finds great enjoyment in sharing his passion for music and his own creative process with a live audience. This weekend, you can share a musical jour ney with Neal James at New Posh, located at 3079 Crawfordville Hwy., in Crawfordville, Florida. Reservations are required. Contact newposh3079@gmail.com or call (850) 528-5838 to reserve your seats now.

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WEEKLY ROUNDUP – (Recap and analysis of the week in state government)

Justice, peace and slavery

By DARA KAM THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA

TALLAHASSEE, Nov. 13 – Maybe they ought to try an Etch a Sketch. Might those squiggly lines against a gray background – created by twisting two knobs at the bottom of the red-framed vintage toy – produce Senate and congressional maps that could please the courts, lawmakers and voting rights groups? Probably not. But the wrangling in court and in the Capitol over new districts has dragged on for almost four years already, and there doesn’t appear to be any end in sight, based on an incensed congresswoman’s vow. So even fatigued observers who aren’t Luddites might be forgiven for indulging in such makebelieve. P e rh a p s t h e E t c h a Sketch might not be such a stretch, after all – the Legislature did use bingo balls to number the districts at one point. But it wasn’t exactly fun times for an outraged U.S. Rep. Corrine Brown following oral arguments this week at the Florida Supreme Court about the congressional map. Brown invoked a twist on an iconic phrase coined by civil-rights legend Martin Luther King Jr. that’s become a rallying cry for blacks. “There can be no justice without peace and there can be no peace without justice,” King, after meeting in Santa Rita with Joan Baez and others locked up for protesting the Vietnam War, told a group holding a vigil outside the California jail in

1968. King was linking the civil rights movement with efforts to end the battle overseas. AIN’T NO CHAINS A vitriolic Brown blasted the Florida Supreme Court after her district, and that of another black lawmaker, were largely ignored during oral arguments Tuesday. Brown and U.S. Rep. Frederica Wilson vowed to take the fight to the federal courts, raising the prospect of more uncer tainty in the nearly fouryear saga about how to redraw the state’s political boundaries under a voterapproved ban on political gerrymandering. “There is no justice in this courthouse,” Brown, a Jacksonville Democrat, said in a fiery speech after the hearing. “I will be going to the federal courthouse, because there is no justice and there will be no peace. We’ll go all the way to the United States Supreme Court.” The more-subdued oral arguments in the courtroom focused on whether justices should stick with a map drawn by votingrights groups and recommended by Leon County Circuit Judge Terry Lewis. Lewis approved the plan over separate submissions from the House and the Senate, which failed to agree on a map during a special session in August. The Supreme Court in July struck down the current congressional districts for violating the “Fair Districts” standards appr oved by voters in 2010. That led to the failed special session and,

ultimately, to Lewis recommending the new map to justices. Outside the courtroom, Brown and Congresswoman Frederica Wilson railed against changes to their districts in the plan recommended by Lewis. Brown fiercely denounced the Supreme Court, continuing to insist that the new version of her district – which President Barack Obama carried by more than 28 points in 2012 – would not elect an African-American Democrat. The new version would go from Jacksonville to the Tallahassee area, a substantial change from the current configuration that stretches from Jacksonville to Orlando. “What has happened is that it is clear that you all think that slavery still exists and we can just take those slaves and put them in one area and forget about the people who didn’t have representation for 129 years,” Brown said. “That’s OK. They don’t need representation. …You think that you can just take us like we’re slaves and move the slave boundaries up north.” Brown said she would revive a federal challenge to the districts under the Voting Rights Act. Brown’s lawsuit, filed in the Northern District of Florida, has been stayed while both sides wait on the decision from the Florida justices. Wilson, who is from Miami, said she would join Brown’s suit. MEANWHILE, IN OTHER NEWS … Gov. Rick Scott on Thursday wrapped up

a four -day tour of the state by maintaining that Florida has enough money to cover his requests for $1 billion in tax cuts and $250 million in corporate incentives without cutting state services. Appearing at Merrick Industries Inc., a waterfront manufacturing plant in Lynn Haven, Scott continued to urge businesses to lobby lawmakers for his proposed tax cuts and economic incentives. Also Thursday, he focused on a new initiative challenging state colleges to more than double graduation rates without getting additional cash from the state or hiking tuition. “I don’t want tuition to go up. I don’t want fees to go up,” Scott added. “I want to make sure that every student knows what their textbooks are going to cost before they sign up for a class. I want to make sure any capital dollars we put into the system we get a return. Do you know what the return should be? It should be goodpaying jobs.” Scott sees the tax cuts and increased incentive money as a step in reducing the state’s dependence on construction and tourism as core industries. In pushing the ideas, he uses numbers from his budget chief that paint a rosier outlook for the state’s fiscal future than state economists have predicted. On Monday, Scott’s Office of Policy & Budget Director Cynthia Kelly wrote that rather than the $635.4 million surplus state economists have predicted for the next fiscal year, “a more appropriate ‘surplus’ “ is $1.6

billion. “ We ’ v e c u t t a x e s 5 0 times and guess what’s happening? Revenues are growing,” Scott said Thursday. “Revenues are growing because people are moving here. Businesses ar e pr ospering here.” Scott went to L ynn Haven after earlier in the day rolling out a “Ready, Set, Work” proposal challenging the 28 state colleges – traditionally known as community colleges – to reach 100 percent graduation rates, with all students finding work or moving on to four -year universities. Currently the average state-college graduation rate is 43 percent. “I’m going to challenge all of them to figure how to do this less expensively,” Scott told reporters. “I’ve been in business all my life. Nobody came to my office and said ‘I want to pay you more money for something.’ They always were asking me for a reduction in price. I had to figure how to do it less expensively.” STORY OF THE WEEK: The Florida Supreme Court heard arguments about a proposed congressional map, prompting two black U.S. representatives to vow to challenge the plan in federal court. QUOTE OF THE WEEK: “You think that you can just take us like we’re slaves and move the slave boundaries up north.” – U.S. Rep. Corinne Brown, a black lawmaker from Jacksonville, objecting to a proposed congressional map under review by the Florida Supreme Court.

WHITE’S WINES

Saving Sauternes By DAVID WHITE

Sharing Hometown Recipes, Cooking Tips and Coupons By Janet Tharpe

A Sweet Potato Cobbler Recipe to Be Thankful For “A perfect dessert!”

essert? Definitely. Side dish? Absolutely! Take your pick... no matter how you serve it, Jewel Hall’s Sweet Potato Cobbler is a holiday delight. With hints of nutmeg and cinnamon and topped with a flaky crust, your family will gobble up this dish. See step-by-step photos of Jewel’s recipe plus thousands more from home cooks nationwide at: www.justapinch.com/sweetpotatocobbler You’ll also find a meal planner, coupons and chances to win! Enjoy and remember, use “just a pinch”... Jewel Hall

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Sweet Potato Cobbler What You Need 2 lb sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick 3 1/2 c water 1 1/2 c sugar 3 tbsp all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg 1/4 tsp salt 3/4 c butter, cubed FOR PASTRY 2 c all-purpose flour 1/8 tsp salt 2/3 c shortening 5-6 tbsp cold water 2 tbsp butter, melted 4 tsp sugar

Directions • In a saucepan, cook sweet potatoes in water until tender, about 10 minutes. • Drain, reserving 1 1/2 cups of cooking liquid. • Layer potatoes in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish; add reserved liquid. • Combine sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt; sprinkle over potatoes. Dot with butter. • For pastry, combine flour and salt. • Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

• Gradually add in water, toss with a fork until a ball forms. • On a floured surface, roll pastry into a 9x13 inch rectangle. • Place over sweet potato filling; cut slits in top. • Brush with butter; sprinkle with sugar. • Bake at 400 degrees for 30-35 minutes or until top is golden brown. • Spoon into dishes; serve hot with a scoop of whipped cream on top sprinkled lightly with nutmeg.

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Olivier Bernard knows Bordeaux. Born there in 1960, Bernard has spent his entire life in the region – and has worked in the wine industry since 1978 when he opened a small wine shop. In 1983, he took over the operations at Domaine de Chevalier after his family purchased the historic estate in Pessac-Léognan. And he has been president of the Union des Grands Cru, the promotional body for Bordeaux’s top producers, since 2012. So it’s telling that Bernard’s estate in Sauternes, Clos des Lunes, focuses almost exclusively on dry wines. Sauternes, of course, is the famous sub-region in Bordeaux where botrytis cinerea – the fungus known as “noble rot” – attacks grapes almost every year, leaving them desiccated, shriveled, and covered with fuzzy mold. Out of these beastly grapes comes the world’s most famous sweet wine. Why would one of Bordeaux’s most passionate ambassadors make dry wine in Sauternes? Soil and climate play a role, to be sure. But the market, no doubt, plays a larger one. Sadly, Sauternes is out of fashion. Over the past 40 years, U.S. imports of Sauter nes have declined almost 70 percent. Between 2004 and 2013, according to Livex, auction prices on wines from the region’s top châteaux – Coutet, Climens, Rieussec, Suduiraut, and Yquem – dropped between 19

and 37 percent. In part, this drop is explained by changing preferences. Most of today’s wine enthusiasts just don’t take sweet wines seriously. Changing dining culture has also impacted sales. Structured, leisurely dinners were once more common – and always ended with dessert wines like Sauternes or Port. Today, such indulgences are rare – and drawn-out meals are more likely to end with coffee than sweet wine. Consumers have also moved beyond Bordeaux. Everyone still recognizes the region’s significance, obviously. But for all intents and purposes, today’s consumers have unlimited choices – and are responding accordingly. T o survive, many producers in Sauternes have turned to dry whites. Most major estates have always produced at least a bit of dry wine; Château d’Yquem has produced a dry blend of Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc – simply called “Y” – since 1959. Producers have also worked to convince consumers that their wines needn’t be pigeon-holed as dessert. Aline Baly, the Parisian-born, American-raised, thirdgeneration proprietor of Château Coutet spends much of her time trotting the globe showing off the versatility of her wines. Indeed, this past week, I received a holiday card from Baly suggesting I pair this year’s Thanksgiving turkey with Coutet. Some producers have tried to up the region’s cool factor. Earlier this

year, for example, three producers teamed up with Perrier, the bottled water company, to create a wine for French nightclubs. It’s designed to be mixed with sparkling water and served over ice. The move towards dry wine makes sense. It’s what the market is demanding and, as Olivier Bernard explained in a recent conversation, “all great sweet wine in the world once had the potential to be a great dry wine.” The push to highlight the versatility of Sauternes also makes sense. Food is more varied and exotic than ever before – and sweet wines often make the most sense. The move to sell wine through gimmickry, though, seems at odds with the tradition that distinguishes Sauternes. Few regions can match Sauternes’ history. And no wines of such consequence are a better deal. So long as one is willing to forgo Yquem, savvy consumers can purchase half bottles from virtually every top producer – many with a decade or more of age – for less than $30. Wines from other regions of such significance cost multiples more. One must root for today’s efforts to sustain the region – and hope that serious consumers continue to find at least some space for Sauternes. David White is the founder and editor of Terroirist.com, one of the world’s most popular wine blogs. His columns are housed at GrapeCollective.com.

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Law Enforcement and Courts Sheriff ’s Report THURSDAY, NOV. 5

• A concerned citizen contacted the Wakulla County Sheriff’s Office about a 4-yearold child walking around the Crawfordville Dollar General parking area unaccompanied. The child was playing and talking to strangers in the parking lot. The concerned citizen made sure the child stayed away from U.S. Highway 319 and Deputy Vicki Mitchell discovered that the female child had a 3-year-old brother inside a vehicle in the parking lot. The deputy determined that the female suspect was away from the children for 21 minutes. A suspect has been identified and a warrant for child neglect has been requested. • A 35-year-old Crawfordville woman reported that a suspect, who has been identified, continues to file false reports of child abuse to the Florida Department of Children and Families. Three reports filed over the last three years included allegations of sexual abuse and physical abuse. The investigation continues. Lt. Sherrell Morrison investigated. FRIDAY, NOV. 6

• Cynthia Jalbert of Crawfordville reported a fraud. Someone attempted to open two bank accounts using her Social Security number and date of birth. The accounts were with American Express and Capital One. The accounts were closed and the complainant does not appear to have suffered any monetary damage. Deputy Gibby Gibson investigated. •William Lynn of Crawfordville reported a residential burglary. A firearm was reported missing from his home. Ammunition and an ammunition can were also taken. The value of the stolen items is $502. The home was left unsecured while the victim did yard work. A suspect has been identified. Deputy Ethan Ard investigated. • Sgt. Scott Delbeato discovered a 16-year-old female at Lonnie Raker Lane and Highway 267. The juvenile was stumbling in and out of the roadway incoherently. She did not know how she got to the location. Sgt. Delbeato called for Wakulla EMS to examine her. A parent was located in Leon County and reported that she was in the process of calling in a missing person report with the Tallahassee Police Department. The mother was unable to provide any information how the juvenile made it to Wakulla County. The juvenile

was transported to Tallahassee Memorial Hospital at the parent’s request. • Jason Gaston of Crawfordville reported finding a wallet on his property. The wallet contained a Florida Identification Card and Social Security card. The property is owned by a resident of Jacksonville and the property was placed into the Property and Evidence Division pending contact with the owner. Deputy Ward Kromer investigated.

and Ruiz was taken to the hospital due to his level of intoxication. He was later transported to the Wakulla County Jail. Deputy Kenneth Miller and Deputy Alan Middlebrooks also investigated. • Barbara Scott of Crawfordville reported a criminal mischief. Tires on two of the victim’s vehicles were slashed. Damage was estimated at $200. A suspect has been identified. Deputy Ashley McAlister investigated.

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• Leanne Parker of Panacea reported a criminal mischief. Someone vandalized her mailbox. The box and post are valued at $75 and appeared as if it had been kicked. Another nearby resident, Lawrence Benardella of Crawfordville, also reported damage to his mailbox. The box is valued at $25. His mailbox also appeared to have been kicked. Deputy Gibby Gibson investigated. • Joseph Quinn of Crawfordville reported a criminal mischief to his mailbox near two other victims. Damage was estimated at $50. Deputy Anthony Paul investigated.

• Destiny Long of Crawfordville reported the theft of clothing from her home. Two pieces of clothing, valued at $77, were discovered missing from her home by the victim. A person of interest was identified. Deputy Kenneth Miller investigated.

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• William Dance of Crawfordville reported a criminal mischief to a glass front door at his home. Damage was estimated at $250. Upon further investigation, it was deter mined that the door was probably broken by a yard lawn crew. Deputy Gibby Gibson investigated. MONDAY, NOV. 9

• Sgt. Matt Helms was called to a disturbance in Panacea involving a scantily clad female. The female was apparently under the influence. Sgt. Helms discovered the female wearing only panties creating a disturbance with other Panacea residents. Sgt. Helms called for an ambulance to treat the woman. The woman resisted the efforts of EMS personnel before being transported to Tallahassee Memorial Hospital for treatment. • Sgt. Danny Harrell responded to a Crawfordville disturbance. While speaking to subjects on scene, a male subject approached Sgt. Harrell aggressively with two knives. One of the subjects took the knives from the male suspect before he could reach the deputy. The male subject approached Sgt. Harrell aggressively a second time. Rudy Aleman Ruiz, 52, of Crawfordville was subdued with force and arrested for aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer and resisting arrest without violence. The knives were recovered

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• Deputy Gibby Gibson investigated a battery case of a Crawfordville woman being involved in a disturbance with a male subject. Deputy Gibson observed the female pinned to the ground, covered in dirt and with scratches to her face. After reviewing the injuries to the female, Kenneth Wayne Faircloth, 45, of Crawfordville, was arrested for battery. The female victim went to the hospital for treatment of her injuries. • Sylvia Pritchard of Crawfordville reported recovering a backpack and its contents and tennis shoes from her property. The backpack contained a wide variety of items belonging to a college student. Deputy Anthony Paul was unable to locate the owner of the property and it was placed in the Property and Evidence Division. • Michael Hurley of Crawfordville reported the theft of a Jon boat from his property. The victim was in the process of moving when the boat was taken. It is valued at $100. The boat has “gator” written on the side of the vessel. Deputy Ross Hasty investigated. • Thomas Murtha of Panacea reported the burglary of his shed. Tools, a mower, air compressor, bicycles and a pressure washer are among the missing items. The missing items are valued at $1,150. A forced entry was observed at the shed. Damage to the shed is estimated at $150. Deputy Ethan Ard investigated.

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The Wakulla County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit made an arrest of a 36-year-old Tallahassee man who was in possession of an active meth cook on Tuesday, Nov. 10, according to Sheriff Charlie Creel. Wesley Ian Griffin of Tallahassee was arrested on one count of manufacturing meth and two counts each of the sale of meth and possession of meth from previous investigations. During an under cover narcotics investigation conducted last month, the Narcotics Unit learned that Griffin regularly sold narcotics in Wakulla County. On Nov. 10, the Narcotics Unit received information that Griffin was at a business in the Riversink area. During Wesley Ian Griffin a search of his vehicle, a satchel was found with items used to manufacture meth. A bottle with an active cook was also located. Griffin was transported to the Wakulla County Jail where he is being held under a $22,500 bond. Griffin is also a convicted sex offender for a sexual battery against a child and faces violation of probation charges.

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More methamphetamine arrests were made Thursday, Nov. 12 and Friday, Nov. 13. Tallahassee Police Department and Leon County Sheriff’s Office officials assisted the case investigation by arresting Melissa Jean West, 24, in Tallahassee. West was involved in an undercover operation where she sold methamphetamine to law enforcement officials. She was taken to the Leon County Jail. Hollie Elizabeth Stephens, 22, of Tallahassee, was arrested at a Panacea business on warrants for two counts each of possession of meth and sale of meth. Dillon Shane Crum, 22, of Crawfordville is wanted for possession of Flakka following an August incident where he was charged with possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Crum can call the WCSO Confidential Tip Line at (850) 745-7190. Dillon Shane Crum

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Those cells do not perform properly and may cause progressive damage to the heart, bones, joints, respiratory system and central nervous system. Many patients experience dementia, joint stiffness, restlessness and behaviors such as chewing on hands and objects. The syndrome is named for Dr. Sylvester Sanfilippo, the pediatrician who first described the disease. Chloe has type B. “God did not do this,” said her mother, 32-year-old Cindy Harrell. “It’s just that our DNA matches up.” Harrell said she and Chloe’s father Chris Shields knew something was wrong around the time their daughter was 2. A developmental disability became apparent when their son Caleb, now 8, was born and began to develop more quickly than his older sister. “He was passing her in milestones,” Harrell said. They took Chloe to the Florida Center for Autism & Related Disabilities. “They said there are red flags,” Harrell said. Then Chloe was taken to the Agency for Persons with Disabilities, where a psychiatrist diagnosed her with autism with severe mental retardation. Genetic testing that could have identified Sanfilippo Syndrome was never discussed when Chloe was little, Harrell said. The family was then referred to Children’s Medical Services. While Harrell said the resources were great, it took a total of three years to get the results

of genetic tests. Sanfilippo was not detected. Precious time was lost. When Chloe lost all coordination, and exhibited shaking, jerking and twitching, Harrell said she knew it had to be more than autism. Tallahassee pediatric geneticist Dr. Kristin Parsley narrowed down five similar diseases and provided fact sheets to the family. “Whenever we got to Sanfilippo and we read that, it killed me, because I knew that’s what it was without them even giving me the test results,” Harrell said. “We lived this so long. They didn’t have to give us that piece of paper, because we already knew.” Harrell said she had to force herself to read the information packet, and learn the tragic outcome for patients with Sanfilippo. Though Harrell said she is surrounded by a strong support system, she still feels very alone. Her step-son Alex Shields, 20, found a way to be with the family after learning of Chloe’s diagnosis. “That’s my little princess, I’ve got to watch out for her,” Alex said, as he spoon-fed Chloe in her chair. He had spent time with his half sister in the past before her condition deteriorated and both parents were able to work. “We all thought it was just autism,” Alex said. “She was running around, we’d play outside, watch Spongebob all day.” Now Chloe is being treated through Emory University Hospital in Atlanta. “But the best place for Chloe and I to go would be in Minnesota,” Harrell said of the university hospital where Dr. Sanfilippo conducted his research. He died in 2013, but his team is

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Chloe is pitcured with her parents Chris Shields and Cindy Harrell. still actively researching a cure, and treating children with the disease. The prognosis for Chloe is devastating. “With Chloe beginning in her third stage, there is very little that can be done, other than physical therapy and stuff like that,” Harrell said. She was told it is too late for enzyme treatments and other clinical trials. While there are small campaigns to spread awareness and raise research funds, Sanfilippo is relatively new to the medical world and public consciousness. “It’s hard on us, but maybe (awareness) will make it easier on others further down the line,” Harrell said. The situation has been very difficult on the family financially, logistically and emotionally. Harrell had a house-cleaning

business that she let go to become a full-time caregiver. The home where the whole family lived fell into disrepair and became uninhabitable, so the family is split between two houses for now – Harrell and Chloe live with Aunt Heide Skipper in Wakulla Gardens. Skipper said she feels like her great-niece Chloe “fell through the cracks” with her misdiagnosis. “If we had known earlier, maybe they could have done something different,” Skipper said. Chloe needs constant care. In the morning, anti-seizure medication is administered. Because Sanfilippo effect swallowing, Chloe is hydrated through a gastric tube, and is fed pureed food by hand. “I can’t just go in there and fix her macaroni and cheese and a hotdog and hand it to her,” Harrell said. Sometimes Chloe naps, sometimes she does not sleep at all. Her diapers need to be changed, and she has reached the point where she cannot stand on her own. “Whatever I do depends on what she does,” Harrell said. They do not have the money to get the whole family under one roof, and they cannot afford a caregiver for Harrell to go back to work.

There is an option for Chloe to return to school, “But that is a lot of time I’m going to lose with her, just to go to work.” Time, after all, is a priceless commodity when it comes to Chloe. “I just have to keep the faith,” Harrell said as her eyes filled with tears. Her stepson Alex cradled her head as she cried. Harrell said her daughter has been nonverbal for about five years, and rarely used complete sentences before that. She said her last words were saying her brother Caleb’s name, and asking to go for a ride. “Until the diagnosis, I never realized she had headaches, or that her body was hurting,” Harrell said. “She’s always been a loving baby. She liked to run around and play, blow bubbles, play with the dogs, jump on the trampoline. It’s just so hard, because we missed a lot of time. You think with autism – you’ve got them forever. You can care for and love them forever. For ten years we thought she had something that we could live with. But then you get told you may have five to ten years left… The only thing I can do is take it day by day. I can’t look to the future. When I do, it breaks me down.” While we might have learned something about Sanfilippo Syndrome, what can we learn from Chloe? Harrell said Chloe has taught her patience, has given her a broader perspective, and reminded her to say yes more. “I just want her to be happy and experience what she can experience, until the time comes,” Harrell tearfully said. “There’s going to be a time when Chloe can’t get out of that bed. There is going to be a time when I have to say goodbye.”

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Spider webs are visible on foggy mornings Natural Wakulla By Les Harrison for egg protection. The silk is just as sticky as that of web builders. Most notable among these local ambush predators is the wolf spider. It utilizes a burrow to obscure its presence while waiting for its next meal. There are local spiders which use webs for procuring victims, and sometimes much more. The two most obvious web structures are orbs and tangle, which are sometime called cobwebs. Orb webs are shaped as the term indicates. The spiral strands of silk form an aerial net for capturing any luckless insect which happens to be flying on precisely the wrong heading. These webs will also entangle anyone who, on a fogless day, wanders into the trap. The sensation of invisible filaments crawling across one’s arms or face is almost immediate. Flailing arms and a quick retreat are usually the reaction to the unplanned intrusion into the arachnid’s lunchroom. The spiders usually have the sense

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Foggy mornings reveal the large number of web building spiders in Wakulla County. Once the fog dissipates, the webs are difficult to see. and good graces to retreat to safety as far away as possible from the structure’s wrecker. The tensile strength of the spider’s silk is often surprising to the uninitiated. It is alleged to be stronger than steel of a similar diameter. People in pr evi ous centuries have found several uses for spider webs, even beyond decorations for Halloween and haunted houses. One use was as a

form of gauze to close wounds and stop bleeding. Wakulla County is home to the Golden Orb spider which is capable of producing webs multiple feet across. Suspended above the forest floor, this spider is easily camouflaged against the irregular patterns of leaves and twigs. Another native orb weaver is the Spiny Orb Weaver, sometime locally called the Crab spider. T rue to its com-

mon name, it appears similar to the semi-terrestrial land crabs found on the coast. Spiders pr oducing tangle webs are here too. In addition to trapping insects, these webs are used as nesting site and nurseries for the next generation. The tangle webs are most frequently seen in old buildings. There they capture and hold dust, and have the appearance of a grey cloud. Crashing into a

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The recent foggy mornings reveal some interesting facts and trends in Wakulla County. The moisture is appreciated by anyone attempting to propagate plants, but the dampness comes at the price of lower visibility. Drivers are usually on a heightened state of vigilance with the reduced ability to see into the distance. Sometimes the cool, moist air will intensify the ardor of daring drivers, which increases the probability of an unintended collision. Oddly enough, the sight limiting fog improves the chances of avoiding the accidental contact with a common, but often unseen, Wakulla County structur e. Spider webs, usually hidden in plain sight, quickly become visible as the humid air condenses on the silk strands. It is worth noting not all spiders are prolific web builders. Instead, they prefer lying in wait for a hapless insect, small amphibian or reptile to wander by and satisfy their nutritional needs. Their silk production is used as a means of hiding and

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Wakulla beats Bay, 28-16 By WILLIAM SNOWDEN editor@thewakullanews.net

The Wakulla War Eagles made it through the first round of the playoffs, defeating Panama City Bay 2816. It was closer than it should have been. Miscues and turnovers by Wakulla let Bay stay in it. It was the War Eagle defense that came in and played shut-down football to preserve the win. Linebacker Monterious Loggins had a whale of a game, accounting for 17 tackles himself. While the offense sputtered at times, it roared to life at others – Justin Davis seemed unstoppable as a back and receiver, and Keith Gavin was, well, Keith Gavin. A couple of the plays were a bit unusual – a two-point try after the War Eagles’ first score included a split formation with the line and backs lined up on the

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far left side of the field. “It was the same play we ran against Rickards last year,” said Head Coach Scott Klees. “It worked last year.” The pass was dropped against Bay. Later, the War Eagles lined up for a punt and the line shifted to the left – Bay didn’t adjust. Quarterback and punter Feleipe Franks was back and the snap sailed over his head. He corraled the ball, and got off a quick but short kick. “It was going to be a fake,” Klees said, but it was snapped over Feleipe’s head. (Big Bend Preps responded to The Wakulla News tweet about the high snap, adding: “That’s a really high snap then. Franks is 6-6”) Bay hung tough, but Wakulla ultimately had too much talent and found a way to win. Mistakes and turnovers will likely be much more costly this Turn to Page 3B

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Sports shorts • Wakulla Boys Soccer The War Eagles are now 4-1-0 overall and 2-1-0 in District 2-2 A through Nov. 15. This week we have three games scheduled: Monday, Nov. 16 vs. Rickards (District game); Tuesday, Nov. 17 at Lincoln (non District); and Thursday, Nov. 19 at Taylor High (District game). The week of Thanksgiving we have one game scheduled on Nov. 24 at East Gadsden HS (District game). Our wins came over Godby by a 9-1 score; Rickards by a 9-1 score; Marianna by a 4-0 score; and Franklin County by a 8-0 score. Our lone lost came from host Florida

High in a 2-1 decision. The schools in District 2-2A are East Gadsden, Florida, Godby, Marianna, Rickards, Taylor, and Wakulla. Our two goalkeepers are the main starter, Cameron Briggs (Junior) and the back-up, Alex Van Der Merwe (Freshman), who have allowed only 4 goals against in 5 games. Our leading scorers are: • Jordan Trussell (Jr.) 6 Goals, 5 Assists, 17 points; • Isaiah Caple (Jr.) 6 Goals, 2 Assists, 14 points; • Zhane Paul (Jr.) 4 Goals, 4 Assists, 12 points; • Tarique Humes (Jr.) 3 Goals, 3 Assists, 9 points;

• Matthew Warnock (Sr.) 3 Goals, 1 Assist, 7 points; • Riley Carrier (Sr.) 2 Goals, 2 Assists,6 points. Our team captains are Zhane Paul, Jordan Trussell, and Jordan Vaughan. – Coach Don Gregg

• Wakulla Girls Weightlifting Wakulla High School Girls Weightlifting defeated Lincoln and Altha in their season opener on Nov. 10th. Wakulla placed first with a team score of 41 points while Altha took second with 36 points and Lincoln placed third with 28 points. The top finishers for Wakulla were:

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• Hole in one at Wildwood Tuesday, Nov. 10th, Tim Williams of Panacea, fired an 8 iron for a hole in one on No. 5 at Wildwood Golf Course. Tim was playing from the white tees, a 130 yard shot into the wind. Tommy Owens and Mark Mitchell witnessed the ace. – submitted by Susan McQuary

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The C.R.E.W. (Christians Ready Equipped And Willing) will be having a Teen Summitt: Drug Awareness on Saturday, Nov. 21 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Little Salem Primitive Baptist, 1998 Wakulla Arran Road – Elder Mobley Pastor. Please, Wakulla County, let’s come together and inform our teens about the drugs that are destroying lives.

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Keys to victory: Match Rickards focus and intensity. We’re going to have to do the little things right.

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For all of the yards and touchdowns that Dalvin Cook is accumulating on the football field, there’s one number that will hurt him when Heisman Trophy voters make their decisions. Two. As in FSU’s 8-2 record. Cook has run for 1,369 yards and 14 touchdowns, already the best single season yardage total by an FSU running back (and six touchdowns away from Greg Allen’s record 20 TDs in 1982). The sophomore is sixth in the Football Bowl Subdivision in rushing yards. He has 105 fewer rushing yards than LSU star Leonard Fournette – yet Cook has been more efficient with his 170 carries compared to Fournette’s 214. But Cook is not really in the Heisman discussion. “I don’t worry about it,” FSU coach Jimbo Fisher said. “What is worrying about it going to do? Is it going to help? Me talking about it, is it going to help? Because everybody in the media and what goes on and who we promote is going to be promoted. What I say or anybody says, I don’t mean that in disregard. But just go play. Go play, and if it happens, it happens.” ESPN.com’s Heisman poll of 10 staff writers has Cook at 10th, with him receiving no first- or second-place votes (he got a third, a fourth and

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FSU running back Dalvin Cook fights off North Carolina State tacklers. a fifth). SI.com’s Zac Ellis has Cook at No. 4. FoxSports.com’s Bruce Feldman does not list Cook in his top 5. CBSSports. com’s panel of seven writers included just two votes for Cook, both at No. 4. And theUSA Today/Gannett poll of 29 writers and editors with Heisman votes included a first-place vote, no second-place votes and six third-place votes. Cook has just one real opportunity left to impress the voters, and that’s next Saturday’s primetime game at CFP No. 8 Florida. But in many respects, Cook has already made an argument for the award. He ran for 222 yards in a win over Miami. Cook’s 8.1 average per rush is No. 1 among the Power 5 running backs. And he is averaging 196.6 rushing yards per game against FBS teams with a winning record. Fisher emphasized on Monday that Cook has not talked about the Heisman unless prompted by the media. When asked on Saturday, he said he felt like he should be in the discussion and thinks he deserves to win – but Cook answered the

questions with a simple, “Yeah.” When asked why he should win, Cook said: “I am one of them great running backs that are in college football.” Getting Cook to provide a Heisman soundbite was as challenging as tackling him. “Do I think he deserves it? Yes,” Fisher said. “I think he’s not only one of the best backs, I think he’s one of the best players in the country. But that’s for everyone else (to decide). ... I’m just glad he’s on my team and playing football.” The award has gone to quarterbacks the last five years. And it’s often been awarded to the best player on the nation’s No. 1 team or a top-5 team. Fisher feels the trophy should go to the top player regardless of position or a team’s record. He doesn’t discredit the resume of any player, but Fisher thinks his running back is one of the nation’s best players. “All those guys are well deserving,” Fisher said. “I mean, heck, just best player. Best team gets the National Championship. Best player should get the Heisman.”

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MCELWAIN: COMPLACENCY KILLS By THOMAS GOLDKAMP

GAINESVILLE, Fla. -- There’s no two ways around it. The job first-year coach Jim McElwain has done at Florida has been masterful. The Gators have secured a spot in Atlanta for the SEC title game and are in the thick of the playoff hunt as the season quickly comes to a close. McElwain has earned a lot of praise, notably picking up support from Kirk Herbstreit as the top Coach of the Year candidate. McElwain was told by a reporter on Saturday after a 24-14 win over South Carolina that Steve Spurrier, the nowretired Gamecocks coach, is voting him for that top honor. The head coach humbly deflected praise and spoke about what the entire organization has accomplished and how. “It speaks to the players, the coaches, all the people that have kind of figured out that the difficulty lies not in the new ideas, but in escaping the old ones,” McElwain said. “We’ve got a whole organization that’s moving in a new direction. We aren’t sitting still. We’re continuing to build, create and not just sit there and say ‘we’re Florida and you’re not.’ That’s what I love about it. We’ve energized a whole organization to move forward, and it starts with those players.” Though it hasn’t always been pretty, McElwain has been able to coax the most out of a team that still has some serious limitations.

He has mastered the mental, getting a group that had been beaten down after two lackluster years and a lot of losing to believe they can be great. “Coach Mac and his staff, they’re doing an unbelievable job,” running back Kelvin Taylor said. “Just getting our minds right and just getting us to be prepared for everything week in and week out, and just the way they do it is unbelievable. Those guys are just really good coaches, and they just know how to get their players to buy into what they’re feeding them.” The Gators have been lapping it up all year. Each week, McElwain has a slightly different message, a slightly different challenge for his team to make sure they’re sharp and ready to play on Saturdays. With an inferior Florida Atlantic team headed to town, he’ll have his work cut out for him this week. Florida State looms, and it would be easy for Florida to get caught looking ahead if it’s not careful. So McElwain is again stressing that complacency kills. Once you think you’ve arrived and you just sit there and don’t continually strive to get better and discover, that’s when things kind of start to fall apart,” he said. “We’ve got to do that not only as a football team, we’ve got to continue to do that as an organization and continually evaluate and understand we don’t have all the answers and you can’t just sit where you’re at. You’ve got

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Speedster Justin Davis follows his block. He was named game MVP.

Wakulla beats Bay, 28-16; now it’s Rickards again From 1B

week against Rickards, a team that Klees ranks as, by far, the most athletic team Wakulla has faced this year. Klees said his job this week will be to get his War Eagles focused. Rickards will be, he said – they want to come back to Wakulla and get some revenge for the regular season loss. “Their only goal is to get back here and get a win,” Klees said.

the lead to 14-10. Davis, showing great speed and vision, tears off a couple of runs. Running back Demarcus Lindsey scores from the 8 to make it 21-10 with 10 minutes remaining. With time running out, Bay mounts a desperation drive and scores a TD with 1:24 left in the game, the 2-point try is no good, 21-16. An onside kick is recovered by the War Eagles, who go into victory formation and run out the clock.

UP NEXT: RICKARDS Klees said against Rickards to have players pay attention to each play – to play the game play by play, not focused on the overall game. “We’re going to have to do the little things right,” Klees said. The 10-1 Wakulla War Eagles, ranked No. 3 in Division 5A in the state, host the 8-2 Rickards Raiders, ranked No. 6, on Friday night, Nov. 20 at 7:30 p.m.

GAME RECAP On Wakulla’s first series, a tipped pass from Feleipe Franks is snatched out of the air by Keith Gavin – a gasp goes up from the crowd. Another Franks to Gavin connection for first down sets up a pass play to Justin Davis who runs past defenders for a touchdown. Two-point try no good. Wakulla 6-0. Bay attempts a 45yard field goal. No good. Fake punt attempt by Wakulla, snap sails over Franks’ head, gets off a short kick. Bay set up in Wakulla territory, but the War Eagle defense shuts them down – takes over on downs. Wakulla moves the ball but fumbles, sets up a Bay 20 yard rush for TD, go up 7-6. Franks connects on a 50-yard bomb to Kelton Donaldson. Two point conversion, jump ball to Gavin in the end zone for score, 14-7, at the half. In the third, Bay gets a field goal to cut

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Outdoors

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Variables in shooting, but not hot and cold at range

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When you’re looking for a handgun, you can choose from a lot of variables. Your choice comes down to what works best for you. This depends on what you can handle, what feels right in your hand, and what you can afford. It depends on whether you want to carry it in your purse or your pocket. It depends on whether you want a “plinker” to improve your hand/eye coordination and your ability to hit the target accurately, or whether you

want a gun to carry for self-defense. It depends on the caliber of the gun you want to use. And maybe you’d choose a revolver over a semi-automatic. You’ve got lots of choices. Make a list of your wants, narrow it down, try shooting a lot of guns that seem to fit your needs, and then make your selfinformed purchase. When you go to the Wakulla County Sheriff’s Office range in Sopchoppy, you can choose to shoot your gun at the pistol range. Here, there is one rule that is non-negotiable. That is the range rule of “hot” and “cold.” A range is “hot” when everyone on the pistol range agrees that it is hot. This means you can shoot your gun. You can step over the red line painted on the cement floor to the side closest to the targets. You can pick up your gun, load it, aim downrange and shoot

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it toward the target directly in front of you. When the range is “cold,” you cannot step over that red line closest to the targets. You have to stay behind the line on the side closest to the bench. When everyone on this range agrees that the range is cold, this is the time to put up your target. You are safe because when the range is cold, you cannot touch your gun. You cannot, nor can anyone else on the range, touch either gun or ammunition. This is very important. This is

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not negotiable. The reasoning is simple: if you cannot touch your gun, it will not go off. When you are downrange, you want to know that nobody is touching a gun. It’s critical that everyone on the range knows when the range is hot or cold. Usually, you’ll hear someone shout either “hot” or “cold.” At this point, all wait until every single shooter is on the correct side of the line. If you are new to the range, the deputy at the front desk will

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Women and men are equally capable of scuba diving. Both creatures come with challenging issues that are typical to the gender, but few are counter-indicative to diving. But in the 1960s, very few women used scuba. There are tendencies common to gender strengths. Males typically have more muscle mass and may “muscle” their way through a problem. Females may lack that option and find more creative solutions. Men may have larger lung capacity, which translates into a higher use of air than women, thus a greater chance of running out of gas when both use the same size cylinders. When I began diving in the ‘60s, pregnant women were diving with little regard to injuring their fetus. We just did not understand. Later studies, using other animals found bubbles generated during ascent, many nonsymptomatic in the mother, were trapped in the fetus by the placenta. Today, pregnant women are not advised to dive. I am hard pressed to find a similar reason why men are advised not to dive because of gender issues. Both genders get angry, rendering their behavior irrational and jeopardizing their safety. Both genders will get distracted, fatigued, disorientated, and cold. Both genders will become complacent and not take care of their gear, resulting in premature equipment failure and running out of breathing gas while underwater. If women underwater face an extra challenge that men don’t, it is the men themselves. This male-dominated industry often underestimates or even dismisses women, including professionals, out of a gender bias. Our female staff often observe male customers pass them over in search of a male employee for assistance. This bias is self evident in the manufacture of dive equipment. Until the mid 1980s, all dive equipment was styled and sized for men. Today, we have a few BCs that are built for women, wet suits and booties are more form fitting, and smaller masks can be found with a greater color selection. Walk through any dive store and wonder what happened to dive support for the 51 percent of our population. Case in point: in the 1980s we dry suit divers all wore diapers. Dry suits are a water barrier that is warmer because we can wear warmer clothes that don’t get wet when the external shell is sealed. Then the dry suit manufactures came up with the off-board urine drain, which worked well for men using a condom. But women had to wait a decade before the she-pee was invented. We don’t carry them because they are still very expensive! When teaching a scuba class with couples taking the class together, I often find that the male tries to “help” his partner, when she is quite capable of helping herself. This social bias is not as prevalent with younger divers, but it does track broader social norms. There are many gutsy ladies out there who may even outperform their male companions, women like Sylvia Earle and Eugenie Clark and our local Karen Williams. In a wider view of the world, they have had to excel in the workplace to be treated with respect. Since this column has been hijacked by two women of my acquaintance, I offer hats off to women divers who love and thrive in the sport.

St. Marks River Entrance

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Carrabelle Apalachicola Cat Point Lower Anchorage West Pass

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v. JAMES A. SIMMONS; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF JAMES A. SIMMONS; 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 KNOWN TO BE DEAD OR ALIVE, WHETHER SAID UNKNOWN PARTIES CLAIM AS HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, SPOUSES, OR OTHER CLAIMANTS; Defendants. NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to the Summary Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered on July 22, 2015, in this cause, in the Circuit Court of Wakulla County, Florida, the clerk shall sell the property situated in Wakulla County, Florida, described as: LOT 9, BLOCK A, HAMMOCK WOODS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 3, PAGE 6, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA.

LOT 15, WOODLAND HERITAGE, PHASE 2 (UNRECORDED). COMMENCE AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 3 SOUTH, RANGE 1 WEST, WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND THENCE RUN SOUTH 89 DEGREES 37 MINUTES 02 SECONDS EAST ALONG THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF SAID SECTION 9, A DISTANCE OF 1275.62 FEET TO THE CENTERLINE OF A 60.00 FOOT ROADWAY EASEMENT (LIMESTONE LANE), THENCE RUN SOUTH 00 DEGREES 23 MINUTES 19 SECONDS WEST ALONG SAID CENTERLINE 1635.29 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. FROM SAID POINT OF BEGINNING CONTINUE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 23 MINUTES 19 SECONDS WEST ALONG SAID CENTERLINE 561.88 FEET TO THE CENTER POINT OF A CUL-DE-SAC HAVING A 50.00 FOOT RADIUS, THENCE RUN SOUTH 89 DEGREES 38 MINUTES 36 SECONDS EAST 399.47 FEET TO A CONCRETE MONUMENT, THENCE RUN NORTH 00 DEGREES 23 MINUTES 33 SECONDS EAST 561.27 FEET TO A CONCRETE MONUMENT, THENCE RUN NORTH 89 DEGREES 33 MINUTES 21 SECONDS WEST 399.51 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. SUBJECT TO ROADWAY EASEMENT OVER AND ACROSS THE WESTERLY 30.00 FEET THEREOF. SUBJECT TO CUL-DE-SAC EASEMENT OVER AND ACROSS THE SOUTHWESTERLY CORNER THEREOF. TO INCLUDE 1997 MERRITT MOBILE HOME; ID NUMBERS FLHMLCP53717043B AND FLHMLCP53717043A; AND TITLE NUMBERS 73253994 AND 73253992. 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.

a/k/a 90 ANN CIRCLE, CRAWFORDVILE, FL 32327-0635 at public sale to the highest and best bidder, for cash, in the front lobby of the Wakulla County Courthouse located at 3056 Crawfordville Highway, Crawfordville, FL 32327, on December 3, 2015 beginning at 11:00 A.M.

DATED this 10 day of November, 2015. Brent X. Thurmond, Clerk Circuit Court

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 file a claim you will not be entitled to any remaining funds. Dated this 22 day of July, 2015. Brent X. Thurmond, Clerk of the Circuit Court (COURT SEAL) By:/s/ Chris Helms, Deputy Clerk eXL Legal, PLLC, 12425 28th Street North, Suite 200, St. Petersburg, FL 33716 PHONE 727- 536-4911 FAX 727- 539-1094 EFILING@DCZAHM.COM

(CIRCUIT COURT SEAL) By: /s/ Chris Helms, Deputy Clerk **IMPORTANT** 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: Susan Wilson, ADA Coordinator; 301 South Monroe Street; Tallahassee, FL 32301; 850-577-4401; at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. Published November 19 & 26, 2015.

IF YOU HAVE A PERSON WITH A DISABILITY WHO NEEDSANY ACCOMMODATION IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS PROCEEDING, YOU ARE ENTITLED, AT NO COST TO YOU, TO THE PROVISION OF CERTAIN ASSISTANCE, PLEASE CONTACT LETHA WELLS, (850) 926-0905 EXT 222, WITHIN 2 WORKING DAYS OF YOUR RECEIPT OF THIS TEMPORARY INJUNCTION. IF YOU ARE HEARING OR VOICE IMPAIRED, CALL TDD 1-800-955-8771. Published November 19 & 26, 2015.

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5751-1126 TWN vs. Myrna, John A. 2009-CA-000076 Notice of Action PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SECOND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA, GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO: 2009-CA-000076

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5747-1126 TWN vs. Tully, Andrew Troy 652015CA000060XXXXXX Notice of Sale PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE SECOND CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SECOND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA. CIVIL DIVISION CASE NO. 652015CA000060XXXXXX U.S. BANK TRUST, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR LSF9 MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST , Plaintiff, vs. ANDREW TROY TULLY A/K/A TROY TULLY A/K/A TROY ANDREW TULLY; et al,. Defendants.

NOTICE OF ACTION - CONSTRUCTIVE SERVICE TO: THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, BENEFICIARIES, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHERS WHO MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST IN THE ESTATE OF ROBERT GANS, DECEASED whose residence is unknown if he/she/they be living, and if he/she/they be dead, the unknown defendants who may be spouses, heirs, devisees, grantees, assignees, lienors, creditors, trustees, and all parties claiming an interest by, through, under or against the Defendants, who are not known to be dead or alive, and all parties having or claiming to have any right, title or interest in the property described in the mortgage being foreclosed herein. YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that an action to foreclose a mortgage on the following property: LOT 8, BLOCK “G”, LAKE ELLEN SHORES SUBDIVISION, PHASE II, AS PER MAP OR PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 2, PAGE 67, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA. has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on counsel for Plaintiff, whose address is 6409 Congress Avenue, Suite 100, Boca Raton, Florida 33487 on or before December 28, 2015/ (30 days from Date of First Publication of this Notice) and file the original with the clerk of this 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 or petition filed herein. WITNESS my hand and the seal of this Court at County, Florida, this 12 day of Nov., 2015. Brent X. Thurmond, CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT (SEAL) By:/s/ Chris Helms, DEPUTY CLERK Robertson, Anschutz & Schneid, P.L. Attorneys for Plaintiff 6409 Congress Avenue, Suite 100, Boca Raton, FL 33487 PRIMARY EMAIL: mail@rasflaw.com Published November 19 & 26, 2015.

13-15146

5750-1126 TWN vs. Gore, Matthew H. 15000113CAAXMX Notice of Foreclosure Sale PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SECOND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO. 15000113CAAXMX BANK OF AMERICA,, PLAINTIFF, VS. MATTHEW H. GORE, ET AL. DEFENDANT(S). NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to the Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated Nov. 2, 2015, in the above action, I will sell to the highest bidder for cash at Wakulla, Florida, on Dec. 3, 2015, at 11:00 AM, at Front lobby of courthouse - 3056 Crawfordville Highway, Crawfordville, FL 32327 for the following described property: Lots 28 and 29, in Block 53, of Wakulla Gardens Unit Five, according to the Plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 1, at Page 56, of the Public Records of Wakulla 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 sixty (60) days after the sale. The Court, in its discretion, may enlarge the time of the sale. Notice of the changed time of sale shall be published as provided herein. DATED: November 3, 2015. [COURT SEAL] By: /s/ Chris Helms, Deputy Clerk of the Court Gladstone Law Group, P.A., Attorney for Plaintiff 1499 W. Palmetto Park Road, Suite 300, Boca Raton, FL 33486 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 Susan Wilson at 850-577-4401, 301 South Monroe Street, Tallahassee, FL 32301 at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. Published November 19 & 25, 2015.

15-000589

5749-1126 TWN vs. Lacayo, Michael Jason 2015CA88 Notice of Foreclosure Sale PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SECOND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 2015CA88 FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (“FANNIE MAE”), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, Plaintiff, vs. MICHAEL JASON LACAYO; CHRISTINA M. LACAYO; FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANK; UNKNOWN TENANT(S) IN POSSESSION #1 and #2, and ALL OTHER UNKNOWN PARTIES, et al., Defendant(s). NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Summary Judgment of Foreclosure dated November 2, 2015, entered in Civil Case No.: 2015CA88 of the Circuit Court of the Second Judicial Circuit in and for Wakulla County, Florida, wherein FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (“FANNIE MAE”), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,, Plaintiff, and MICHAEL JASON LACAYO; CHRISTINA M. LACAYO; FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANK, are Defendants. I will sell to the highest bidder for cash in the Front Lobby of the Wakulla County Courthouse, 3056 Crawfordville Highway, Crawfordville, FL 32326 at 11:00 AM, on the 17 day of December, 2015, the following described real property as set forth in said Final Summary Judgment, to wit: LOT 57, BLOCK 54, WAKULLA GARDENS UNIT FIVE, A SUBDIVISION AS PER MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 1, PAGE 56, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA. A/K/A: 30 Paulette Drive, Crawfordville, FL., 32327 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 file a claim you will not be entitled to any remaining funds. After 60 days, only the owner of record as of the date of the lis pendens may claim the surplus.

BRENT X. THURMOND, CLERK OF THE COURT By: /s/ Chris Helms, Deputy Clerk Attorney for the Plaintiff: Brian L. Rosaler, Esquire, Popkin & Rosaler, P.A. 1701 West Hillsboro Boulevard, Suite 400, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442. Telephone: (954) 360-9030 Facsimile: (954) 420-5187. Published November 19 & 26, 2015

15-40168

5748-1126 TWN vs. Martin, John M. 2014CA000067CAAXMX Notice of Foreclosure Sale PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 2ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA. CASE No. 2014CA000067CAAXMX 21ST MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Plaintiff, vs. THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, BENEFICIARIES, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LEGATEES, LIENHOLDERS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST, OR OTHERWISE ALL OTHER PARTIES CLAIMING BY AND THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST THE ESTATE OF JOHN M. MARTIN, et. al., Defendants. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to an Order or Final Judgment entered in Case No. 2014CA000067AAXMX of the Circuit Court of the 2ND Judicial Circuit in and for WAKULLA County, Florida, wherein, 21ST MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Plaintiff, and, THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, BENEFICIARIES, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LEGATEES, LIENHOLDERS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST, OR OTHERWISE ALL OTHER PARTIES CLAIMING BY AND THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST THE ESTATE OF JOHN M. MARTIN, et. al., are Defendants, I will sell to the highest bidder for cash at, the FRONT LOBBY of the Courthouse - 3056 Crawfordville Highway, Crawfordville, FL 32327, at the hour of 11:00 AM, on the 10th day of December, 2015, the following described property:

Brent X. Thurmond, CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT (SEAL) By:/s/ Chris Helms, DEPUTY CLERK Robertson, Anschutz & Schneid, P.L. Attorneys for Plaintiff 6409 Congress Avenue, Suite 100, Boca Raton, FL 33487 PRIMARY EMAIL: mail@rasflaw.com Published November 12 & 19, 2015.

TRACT TWENTY ONE (21), BETTYWOOD, A SUBDIVISION AS PER MAP OR PLAT HEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 2, PAGE 38 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCE AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE EAST HALF OF SECTION 5, TOWNSHIP 3 SOUTH, RANGE 1 WEST, WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA AND PROCEED SOUTH 00 DEGREES 14 MINUTES 25 SECONDS WEST ALONG THE HALF SECTION LINE 1172.93 FEET TO ITS INTERSECTION WITH THE NORTH RIGHT OF WAY BOUNDARY OF BETTYWOOD DRIVE, THENCE RUN SOUTH 89 DEGREES 44 MINUTES 50 SECONDS EAST ALONG SAID NORTH RIGHT OF WAY BOUNDARY 410.00 FEET TO A POINT OF CURVE CONCAVE TO THE SOUTHWESTERLY, THENCE RUN SOUTHEASTERLY ALONG SAID RIGHT OF WAY BOUNDARY AND THE ARC OF SAID CURVE HAVING A RADIUS OF 124.35 FEET THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 55 DEGREES 37 MINUTES 52 SECONDS FOR AN ARC DISTANCE OF 120.74 FEET THE CHORD OF SAID ARC BEING SOUTH 53 DEGREES 06 MINUTES 25 SECONDS EAST 116.05 FEET TO A POINT OF COMPOUND CURVE, THENCE RUN SOUTHEASTERLY ALONG THE EASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY BOUNDARY OF SAID BETTYWOOD DRIVE AND THE ARC OF SAID CURVE HAVING A RADIUS OF 482.68 FEET THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 24 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 49 SECONDS FOR AN ARC DISTANCE OF 209.88 FEET THE CHORD OF SAID ARC BEING SOUTH 04 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 23 SECONDS EAST 208.23 FEET TO A CONCRETE MONUMENT (MARKED NO. 679) MARKING THE POINT OF BEGINNING. FROM SAID POINT OF BEGINNING THENCE RUN SOUTH 86 DEGREES 20 MINUTES 33 SECONDS EAST 388.01 FEET TOA POINT, THENCE RUN SOUTH 01 DEGREES 01 MINUTES 26 SECONDS WEST 359.64 FEET TO A CONCRETE MONUMENT (MARKED NO. 4261) ON THE NORTHERLY RIGHT OF WAY BOUNDARY OF SAID BETTYWOOD DRIVE, THENCE RUN ALONG SAID NORTHERLY AND EASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY BOUNDARY OF SAID BETTYWOOD DRIVE THE FOLLOWING FIVE COURSES AND DISTANCES: NORTH 89 DEGREES 01 MINUTES 32 SECONDS WEST 238.08 FEET TO A CONCRETE MONUMENT MARKING THE POINT OF CURVE CONCAVE TO THE NORTHEASTERLY, THENCE RUN NORTHWESTERLY ALONG THE ARC OF SAID CURVE HAVING A RADIUS OF 126.76 FEET THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 65 DEGREES 08 MINUTES 48 SECONDS FOR AN ARC DISTANCE OF 144.13 FEET THE CHORD OF SAID ARC BEING NORTH 56 DEGREES 24 MINUTES 54 SECONDS WEST 136.49 FEET TO A CONCRETE MONUMENT (MARKED NO. 679) MARKING THE POINT OF TANGENCY, THENCE RUN NORTH 23 DEGREES 40 MINUTES 28 SECONDS WEST 43.36 FEET TO ACONCRETE MONUMENT (MARKED NO. 679) MARKING THE POINT OF CURVE CONCAVE TO THE EASTERLY, THENCE NORTHWESTERLY ALONG THE ARC OF SAID CURVE HAVING A RADIUS OF 314.12 FEET THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 32 DEGREES 27 MINUTES 23 SECONDS FOR AN ARC DISTANCE OF 177.94 FEET THE CHORD OF SAID ARC BEING NORTH 07 DEGREES 40 MINUTES 52 SECONDS WEST 175.57 FEET TO A CONCRETE MONUMENT (MARKED NO. 679), THENCE RUN NORTH 08 DEGREES 23 MINUTES 40 SECONDS EAST 89.29 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. TOGETHER WITH THE CERTAIN 1998 CLAYTON HOMES MOBILE HOME WITH VIN NO.S: WHC008505GAA AND WHC008505GAB AND TITLE NO.S: 75623050 AND 75623051, SITUATED THEREON. 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.

5736-1119 TWN vs. Green, Callie T. 15000011CAAXMX Notice of Action PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SECOND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION Case No. 15000011CAAXMX AmeriFirst Financial Corporation, Plaintiff, vs. Callie T. Green; Unknown Spouse of Callie T. Green; Robert C. Green; Llalenia L. Green; Daniel Buscarini; Daniel Buscarini as Personal Representative of the Estate of Oswaldo E. Buscaraini; Patricia Hubbard, f/k/a Patricia Buscarini; James K. Buscarinii Jr.; The Unknown Spouse, Heirs, Devisees, Grantee, Assignees, Lienors, Creditors, Trustee, and all other parties claiming an interest by, through, under or against the Estate of James Keith Buscarini a/k/a James K. Buscarini a/k/a James Buscarini a/k/a James Buscarini Sr., Deceased Defendants. NOTICE OF ACTION - CONSTRUCTIVE SERVICE TO: The Unknown Spouse, Heirs, Devisees, Grantee, Assignees, Lienors, Creditors, Trustee, and all other parties claiming an interest by, through, under or against the Estate of James Keith Buscarini a/k/a James K. Buscarini a/k/a James Buscarini a/k/a James Buscarini Sr., Deceased

COMMENCE AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE SW1/4 OF SW1/4 OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 3 SOUTH, RANGE 1 EAST, AND RUN EAST 1650 FEET, THENCE RUN SOUTH 1328 FEET, THENCE RUN EAST 1758 FEET, THENCE RUN NORTH 1435.8 FEET TO A POINT ON THE SOUTH BOUNDARY OF THE RIGHT OF WAY OF STATE ROAD NO. 267, THENCE RUN NORTH 77 DEGREES 38 MINUTES WEST ALONG THE SOUTH BOUNDARY LINE OF THE RIGHT OF WAY OF SAID STATE ROAD NO. 267, THE DISTANCE OF 497.9 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. FROM SAID POINT OF BEGINNING RUN SOUTH 2 DEGREES 42 MINUTES WEST 272 FEET, THENCE RUN SOUTH 88 DEGREES 37 MINUTES EAST 170 FEET, THENCE RUN NORTH 2 DEGREES 42 MINUTES EAST 234.65 FEET TO A POINT ON THE SOUTH BOUNDARY LINE OF THE RIGHT OF WAY OF SAID STATE ROAD NO. 267, THENCE RUN NORTH 77 DEGREES 38 MINUTES WEST ALONG THE SOUTH BOUNDARY OF THE RIGHT OF WAY OF SAID STATE ROAD NO. 267, THE DISTANCE OF 173.3 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, ALL LYING AND BEING IN SECTION NINE (9), TOWNSHIP THREE (3) SOUTH, RANGE ONE (1) EAST, AND BEING DESIGNATED AS TRACT #1 ON AN UNRECORDED PLAT OF THE LANDS OF THE ESTATE OF B. F. PAGE, DECEASED. ALSO THE FOLLOWING; COMMENCE AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 3 SOUTH, RANGE 1 EAST, AND RUN THENCE EAST 1,650 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 1,328 FEET, THENCE EAST 1,758 FEET, THENCE NORTH A DISTANCE OF 1,077.4 FEET TO A POINT ON THE SOUTH BOUNDARY OF THE 100 FOOT RIGHT-OF-WAY OF STATE ROAD 267, THENCE NORTH 77 DEGREES 38 MINUTES WEST 151.3 FEET, THENCE NORTH 76 DEGREES 14 MINUTES WEST ALONG THE SOUTH BOUNDARY 35.15 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. FROM SAID POINT OF BEGINNING, RUN SOUTH 2 DEGREES 42 MINUTES WEST 197.38 FEET, THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 37 MINUTES WEST 170 FEET, THENCE NORTH 2 DEGREES 42 MINUTES EAST 234.65 FEET TO A POINT ON THE SOUTH BOUNDARY OF THE 100 FOOT RIGHT-OF-WAY OF STATE ROAD 267, THENCE SOUTH 76 DEGREES 14 MINUTES EAST ALONG SAID SOUTH BOUNDARY 173.3 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. THE ABOVE DESCRIBED PARCELS BEING MORE RECENTLY SURVEYED BY LANGSTON SURVEYING & MAPPING, LLC, UNDER JOB NUMBER 11-093, DATED OCTOBER 18, 2011 AND REVISED ON OCTOBER 25, 2011 AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCE AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 3 SOUTH, RANGE 1 EAST, WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA AND RUN EAST 1650.00 FEET, THENCE RUN SOUTH 1328.00 FEET, THENCE RUN EAST 1758.00 FEET, THENCE RUN NORTH 1077.40 FEET TO AN IRON PIPE LYING ON THE SOUTHERLY RIGHT OF WAY BOUNDARY OF BLOXHAM CUTOFF (STATE ROAD O. 267), SAID POINT ALSO LYING ON A CURVE CONCAVE TO THE NORTHEASTERLY, THENCE RUN NORTHWESTERLY ALONG SAID RIGHT OF WAY BOUNDARY AND SAID CURVE HAVING A RADIUS OF 2914.93 FEET, THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 02 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 14 SECONDS, FOR AN ARC DISTANCE OF 151.13 FEET, CHORD BEING NORTH 77 DEGREES 34 MINUTES 39 SECONDS WEST 151.11 FEET TO AN IRON ROD, THENCE RUN NORTH 76 DEGREES 14 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST ALONG SAID RIGHT OF WAY BOUNDARY 35.48 FEET TO AN IRON PIPE MARKING THE POINT OF BEGINNING. FROM SAID POINT OF BEGINNING CONTINUE NORTH 76 DEGREES 14 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST ALONG SAID RIGHT OF WAY BOUNDARY 346.13 FEET TO AN IRON PIPE, THENCE LEAVING SAID RIGHT OF WAY BOUNDARY RUN SOUTH 02 DEGREES 41 MINUTES 47 SECONDS WEST 271.62 FEET TO AN IRON PIPE, THENCE RUN SOUTH 88 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 19 SECONDS EAST 169.83 FEET TO A CONCRETE MONUMENT (MARKED #2919), THENCE RUN SOUTH 88 DEGREES 44 MINUTES 59 SECONDS EAST 169.91 FEET TO A CONCRETE MONUMENT, THENCE RUN NORTH 02 DEGREES 42 MINUTES 45 SECONDS EAST 197.06 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, CONTAINING 1.83 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Marc Marra, Esquire, Brock & Scott, PLLC., the Plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is 1501 N.W. 49th Street, Suite 200, Ft. Lauderdale, FL. 33309, within thirty (30) days of the first date of publication on or before December 11, 2015, and file the original with the Clerk of this Court either before service on the Plaintiff’s attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint or petition. DATED on October 28, 2015. Brent Thurmond, As Clerk of the Court (COURT SEAL) By:/s/ Chris Helms, As Deputy Clerk

DATED at Crawfordville, Florida, on November 10, 2015. Brent X. Thurmond, As Clerk, Circuit Court (COURT SEAL) By: /s/ Chris Helms, As Deputy Clerk SHD Legal Group, P.A. Attorneys for Plaintiff PO Box 19519 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33318 Telephone: (954) 564-0071 Service E-mail: answers@shdlegalgroup.com Published November 19 & 26, 2015.

Brock & Scott PLLC, 1501 NW 49th St, Suite 200, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 Attorney for Plaintiff Published November 12 & 19, 2015.

14-F00221

1478-148498

5746-1126 TWN vs. Platt, Hank E. 2010-CA-000051 Re-Notice of Foreclosure Sale PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 2ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL DIVISION CASE NO. 2010-CA-000051 BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP, FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP Plaintiff, vs. HANK E. PLATT A/K/A HANK E. PLATT, SR.; GLENDA PLATT A/K/A GLENDA J. PLATT; et al; Defendants. RE-NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to an Order Rescheduling Foreclosure Sale dated 1st day of October, 2015, and entered in Case No. 2010-CA-000051, of the Circuit Court of the 2nd Judicial Circuit in and for WAKULLA County, Florida wherein BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP, FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP is Plaintiff and HANK E. PLATT A/K/A HANK E. PLATT, SR.; GLENDA PLATT A/K/A GLENDA J. PLATT; 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; JOHN DOE AND JANE DOE AS UNKNOWN TENANTS IN POSSESION; SUMMERWIND ROADOWNERS MAINENANCE ASSOCIATION, INC.; are defendants. I will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash AT THE FRONT DOOR OF THE COURTHOUSE, at 3056 CRAWFORDVILLE HIGHWAY, CRAWFORDVILLE in WAKULLA County, FLORIDA 32327, at 11:00 A.M., on the 10th day of December, 2015, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WAKULLA, STATE OF FLORIDA, TO WIT: COMMENCE AT A CONCRETE MONUMENT MARKING THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 32, TOWNSHIP 2 SOUTH, RANGE 1 EAST, WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA, THENCE RUN NORTH 01 DEGREES 28 MINUTES 47 SECONDS EAST, ALONG THE WEST BOUNDARY OF SAID SECTION 32, A DISTANCE OF 2734.18 FEET TO A CONCRETE MONUMENT MARKING THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 32; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 13 MINUTES 32 SECONDS EAST, ALONG SAID WEST BOUNDARY OF SECTION 32, A DISTANCE OF 1331.85 FEET TO A CONCRETE MONUMENT; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 51 MINUTES 01 SECONDS EAST 1882.97 FEET TO A CONCRETE MONUMENT FOR THE POINT OF BEGINNING. FROM SAID POINT OF BEGINNING CONTINUE NORTH 89 DEGREES 51 MINUTES 01 SECONDS EAST 333.65 FEET TO A CONCRETE MONUMENT; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 10 MINUTES 11 SECONDS WEST 666.16 FEET TO A CENTERLINE OF A 60 FOOT ROADWAY EASEMENT; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 49 MINUTES 49 SECONDS WEST, ALONG SAID CENTERLINE, 333.65 FEET; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 10 MINUTES 11 SECONDS EAST 664.30 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, CONTAINING 5.10 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. SUBJECT TO A 60 FOOT ROADWAY EASEMENT. TOGETHER WITH A 2006 VIN#GAFL675B77929TR21).

15-027095

YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that an action to foreclose a mortgage on the following property in Wakulla County, Florida:

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to an Order or Summary Final Judgment of foreclosure dated November 9, 2015, and entered in Case No. 652015CA000060XXXXXX of the Circuit Court in and for Wakulla County, Florida, wherein U.S. Bank Trust, N.A., as Trustee for LSF9 Master Participation Trust, is Plaintiff and ANDREW TROY TULLY A/K/A TROY TULLY A/K/A TROY ANDREW TULLY; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF ANDREW TROY TULLY A/K/A TROY TULLY A/K/A TROY ANDREW TULLY; MARY T. TULLY; UNKNOWN TENANT NO. 1; UNKNOWN TENANT NO. 2; and ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES CLAIMING INTERESTS BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST A NAMED DEFENDANT TO THIS ACTION, OR HAVING OR CLAIMING TO HAVE ANY RIGHT, TITLE OR INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY HEREIN DESCRIBED, are Defendants, I will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at in the Front Foyer of the Wakulla County Courthouse, 3056 Crawfordville Highway, Crawfordville, FL 32327, 11:00 a.m. on the December 10, 2015, the following described property as set forth in said Order or Final Judgment, to-wit:

MOBILE

HOME

(VIN#GAFL675A77929TR21

AND

A 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 10 day of November, 2015. BRENT X. THURMOND, As Clerk of said Court (CIRCUIT COURT SEAL) By: /s/ Chris Helms, As Deputy Clerk

WITNESS my hand and the seal of the court on November 3, 2015. (COURT SEAL)

WITNESS my hand and the seal of this Court at County, Florida, this 27 day of October, 2015.

Last Known Address: “Unknown”

NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 45 HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE SUNTRUST ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2006-1F, Plaintiff, vs. JOHN A. MYRNA, BY AND THROUGH HIS AGENT AND ATTORNEY-IN-FACT, ROBERT GANS; et. al. Defendant(s).

has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on counsel for Plaintiff, whose address is 6409 Congress Avenue, Suite 100, Boca Raton, Florida 33487 on or before December 12, 2015/ (30 days from Date of First Publication of this Notice) and file the original with the clerk of this 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 or petition filed herein.

This notice is provided pursuant to Administrative Order No. 2.065. In accordance with 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 provisions of certain assistance. Please contact the Court Administrator at 3056 Crawfordville Highway, Crawfordville, Fl 32327, Phone No. (850)926-1201 within 2 working days of your receipt of this notice or pleading; if you are hearing impaired, call 1-800-955-8771 (TDD); if you are voice impaired, call 1-800-995-8770 (V) (Via Florida Relay Services). Kahane & Associates, P.A. 8201 Peters Road, Ste. 3000, Plantation, FL 33324 Telephone: (954)382-3486, Telefacsimile: (954)382-5380 Designated service email: notice@kahaneandassociates.com Published November 19 & 26, 2015.

10-23401

5737-1119 TWN vs. Thomas, Robert J. 15000191CAAXMX Notice of Action PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SECOND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA, GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO: 15000191CAAXMX REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC., Plaintiff, vs. ROBERT J. THOMAS, et. al. Defendant(s). NOTICE OF ACTION TO: ROBERT J. THOMAS and UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF ROBERT J. THOMAS whose residence is unknown and all parties having or claiming to have any right, title or interest in the property described in the mortgage being foreclosed herein. YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that an action to foreclose a mortgage on the following property: LOT 1, BLOCK “K”, HUDSON HEIGHTS, UNIT 3, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 1, PAGE 26 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA.

5745-1126 TWN Hoxworth, Dorothy G. 2015-66-CP Notice of Ancillary Administration PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SECOND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR WAKULLA COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE # 2015-66-CP IN RE: DOROTHY G. HOXWORTH, Deceased. NOTICE OF ANCILLARY ADMINISTRATION The undersigned, Brian Hoxworth, Personal Representative of the above Estate, hereby gives notice that an Ancillary Administration for the Estate of the above-named Decedent, was commenced on October 21, 2015, and is pending as Case #2015-66-CP in the Circuit Court of Wakulla County, Florida. The names and residence addresses of the Personal Representative and all beneficiaries of the Estate are: Brian Hoxworth Mark Hoxworth Janet Shirlin Diane Hoxworth Bret Hoxworth Sonja Campbell Gina Andrews

3835 E. Cloverdale Road Hastings, MI 49058 6633 East Escape Florience, AZ 85132 31706 Sheridan Garden City, MI 48135 338 Orleans Avenue Battle Creek, MI 49015 8920 Guy Road Nashville, MI 49073 424 Brookside Manor Goshen, IN 46526 15051 Savanna Drive Naples, FL 34119

Son Son Daughter Daughter Son Daughter Daughter

and the nature and approximate value of the assets of the Estate are: $26,652.00 Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have read the foregoing, and the facts alleged are true, to the best of my knowledge and belief. Signed on October 27, 2015. /s/ BRIAN HOXWORTH Personal Representative Published November 19 & 26, 2015.

Tax Deed Notices

5744-1210 TWN NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED TAX DEED FILE NO. 2016 TXD 003 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that DONALD J SHEMWELL the holder of the following certificate has filed said certificate for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: Certificate # 1670 Date of Issuance May 27, 2010 Parcel # 00-00-034-009-08209-000 Description of property: WAKULLA GARDENS UNIT 2 BLOCK 3 LOT 72 OR 44 P 349 OR 631 P 568 Name in which assessed ANDREE F BEGIN & RICHARD DAVIS said property being in the County of Wakulla, State of Florida. Unless such certificate shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate shall be sold to the highest bidder at the courthouse door on January 13, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. Dated: November 2, 2015 Signature: Brent X. Thurmond, Clerk By: R. DeLong, Deputy Clerk Clerk of the Circuit Court, Wakulla County, Florida Published November 19, 26, December 3 & 10, 2015. 5743-1210 TWN NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED TAX DEED FILE NO. 2016 TXD 002 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that DONALD J SHEMWELL the holder of the following certificate has filed said certificate for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: Certificate # 1541 Date of Issuance May 27, 2010 Parcel # 00-00-035-008-07323-000 Description of property: WAKULLA GARDENS UNIT I BLOCK 15 LOT 43 OR 2 P 655 Name in which assessed TARPON IV LLC said property being in the County of Wakulla, State of Florida. Unless such certificate shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate shall be sold to the highest bidder at the courthouse door on January 13, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. Dated: November 2, 2015 Signature: Brent X. Thurmond, Clerk By: R. DeLong, Deputy Clerk Clerk of the Circuit Court, Wakulla County, Florida Published November 19, 26, December 3 & 10, 2015. 5742-1210 TWN NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED TAX DEED FILE NO. 2016 TXD 001 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that DONALD J SHEMWELL the holder of the following certificate has filed said certificate for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: Certificate # 1716 Date of Issuance May 29, 2013 Parcel # 00-00-069-000-10114-000 Description of property: LOT 69 HS P-2-M-22 RIGHT OF WAY IN N 1/2 OR 44 P 216 & OR 63 P 151 LESS R/W OR 121 P 899 Name in which assessed CHARLES M PRESCOTT said property being in the County of Wakulla, State of Florida. Unless such certificate shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate shall be sold to the highest bidder at the courthouse door on January 13, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. Dated: November 2, 2015 Signature: Brent X. Thurmond, Clerk By: R. DeLong, Deputy Clerk Clerk of the Circuit Court, Wakulla County, Florida Published November 19, 26, December 3 & 10, 2015.

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1. GEOGRAPHY: How many U.S. states border the Gulf of Mexico? 2. TELEVISION: Who lives at 124 Conch Street, Bikini Bottom, Pacific Ocean? 3. LITERATURE: What was the name of the first mate in “Moby-Dick”? 4. MOVIES: What film was the first full-length “talkie”? 5. MATH: What is the decimal equivalent of the fraction one-eighth? 6. HISTORY: In what year did President Jimmy Carter pardon all Vietnam War draft dodgers? 7. FOOD & DRINK: What is the traditional liquor used in making a Tom Collins drink? 8. ANATOMY: What is the only muscle in the human body that’s attached at only one end? 9. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is the offspring of a cockroach called? 10. DISCOVERIES: Who was the first to show how anesthesia could be used to relieve surgical pain? ©2015 King Features Synd., Inc.

Trivia Test Answers 1. Five (Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas) 2. SpongeBob SquarePants 3. Starbuck 4. “The Jazz Singer” (1927) 5. 0.125 6. 1977 7. Gin 8. The tongue 9. Nymphs 10. William Morton (1846)

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) This year, instead of jumping into the whole holiday prep scene, move in a little at a time. You’ll appreciate the sense of control you’re more likely to enjoy. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) The separation between the Bovine’s head and heart is never as far apart as it seems. Both senses work best when

they come out of logic and honesty. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) The best way to keep those pre-holiday pressures under control is to just say no to taking on new tasks while you’re still trying to work with a heap of others. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) News means a change might be on its way, but what does it hold? Don’t just ask questions; make sure you get answers you can trust. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Old friends and new have one thing in com-

mon: Both your longtime and newly minted pals have much wisdom to impart. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) With time running out, this is a good time for you to show ‘em all what those Virgo super -organizational skills can do. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Librans and holidays are made for each other, especially if children and animals are going to be part of your joyous season. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Time is

getting too short to allow a spat to taint the holiday season. Restart your relationship and reschedule holiday fun times. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Seeking advice is laudable. You might learn far more than you thought you could. Stay with it. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Continuing to assess changes works toward your getting your new project up and ready. Trusted colleagues remain ready to help. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) That new

situation needs a lot of attention, but it’s worth it. This is a very good time for you to involve the arts in what you do. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) It might be a good idea to slow your hectic holiday pace so that you don’t rush past what -- or who -- you’re hoping to rush toward. BORN THIS WEEK: Others pick up on your confidence in yourself, which inspires them to believe in you and your special gifts. (c) 2015 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Ameris Bank Best Western Crawfordville Bluewater Realty Group Boyd & Durant, P.A. Brown’s Insulation Carroll Appraisal Champion Lawn Service Commercial Roofing Company Cook Insurance Company Country Mortgages by Farm Credit ES Green & Company Farmers & Merchants Bank Florida Big Bend Realty Golden Construction Harbor Point Realty Harrison Bail Bonds Jones Plumbing Karen Williams OnQ Financial Gaby Construction Company Legal Shield – Carol Ann Williams Marks Insurance Nimble Thimble, Alice Stokley Ochlockonee Bay Realty Odom Surveying ProPlayers Realty Randall Pest Management Regions Bank Roddenberry Surveying Rossetti Realty Skybox Sports Bar & Grill Stubbs Roofing Tallahassee Title Group The Bug Man THRIVENT Financial University Lending Wakulla Title Company WalMart Crawfordville Wilde Construction

or Walk!

Pre-race registration starts at 7:00 a.m

HABANERO ($200)

JALAPENO ($100)

8:30 a.m.

December 5, 2015 Date: Saturday, Race starts at 8:30 a.m.

SPONSORS Air Con Heating and Air Capital City Bank Capital Plumbing Contractors Coastwise Realty Frances Casey Lowe, P.A. Gulf Coast Lumber Mang & Santurri, P.A. Pest Loco – Robert Mixon Smith, Thompson, Shaw, Minacci, Colon, P.A. Wakulla Realty Wells Fargo

December 5, 2015

CHIPOTLE ($50)

A New Look Painting CMH Home Inspection Lillian Brown, Browns Insulation Doris Crosby, Forest Realty Shirley Howard, Centennial Bank Mike Jarmon, Compass Appraisal Southern Flooring Susan Schatzman, Harbor Point Realty Carol Odell, Harbor Point Realty Myra Jeans Restaurant Sonya Hall, Wakulla Realty Karen Williams, Wakulla Realty Teresa Biedler, Coastwise Realty Scott Gerrell, Bluewater Realty Group Jim Esaelund, Big Daddy’s Pizza Dorothy White, Outz’s Too David McQuary, Wildwood Country Club Shannon Wood, Wells Fargo Jim Broom, A2Z Construction Company Tara Kieser, Capital City Bank Coldwell Banker Hartung & Noblin

PEPPERONCINI (Other Donors) Jackie Johnson, Homes & Land Magazine Cheryll Olah Zaxby’s Posey’s Up The Creek Two Blondes Liquors Big Daddy’s Pizza Charlie & Joan Smith, The Sunshine Band Mad Anthony’s Waterfront Grill Auto Trim & Design Karen’s Bakery Shari Edington Kerry Gaby Wakulla County Senior Citizens Center Jackie Wilson, Xerox MPC Printing Craig Wyant Hamaknockers BBQ Wildwood County Club Lindy’s Chicken Alaina Solburg Coastal Family Restaurant Centennial Bank Laurie Storck B.W.’s Grill Beef O’Brady’s

Master of Ceremonies – Ralph Thomas JUDGES – Mariela Bartens, Lynda Kinsey, Petra Shuff, Donnie Sparkman

LADIES NIGHT 11.21.15

HONORING OUR LOCAL VETS

Place and Course:

Race starts at Wakulla Senior Center and finishes at same location.

Entry Fee:

$20 Day of Race - (Inc. Race Shirt) if available $15 No shirt option

Post-race Refreshments: Awards:

Gatorade, water, and fruit Overall M/F, Top three M/F in 6-year age groups.

Thank you for your support!

Wakulla Senior Center and Meals on Wheels

For Additional Information: Race Director: Susan Jones, 850-566-7584 or bluewatersusan@gmail.com

Send Registration Form with check payable to: Wakulla Senior Center • 33 Michael Street, Crawfordville, FL 32327

Mail entry with payment to: Wakulla Senior Center 35 Michael Drive Crawfordville, fl 32327 or register at Raceit.com Name: Age (on 12/15/15): Date of Birth: Phone: E-mail: Address: City: State: Shirt Size: S M L XL (circle one)

$50 GIFT CARD BUY A LADIES NIGHT SHIRT $50 GIFT CARD BRING HOMEMADE DISH TO SHARE WITH THE RECIPE $50 GIFT CARD BRING A CANNED FOOD

*one chance for every can you bring*

FOOD DRINK GAMES MUSIC MALE BEAUTY CONTEST FASHION SHOW

WOODVILLE ACE HARDWARE 850-421-9000

Male___ Female___ Zip Code:

I know that running a road race is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enter and run unless I am medically able, physically fit and properly trained. I assume any and all risks associated with this event including but not limited to falls, contact with other participants, effects of weather, including high heat and/or humidity, and traffic and the conditions of the roads, all such risks being known and acknowledged by me. I agree to abide by all the decisions of the race officials relative to my ability to safely complete this run. Knowing these facts and in consideration of your accepting my entry, I hereby, for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators or anyone else who might claim on my behalf, covenant not to sue, and waive, release and discharge all Wakulla Senior Center race officials, volunteers and all sponsors including their agents, employees, assigns, or anyone acting on their behalf from any and all claims or liability for death, personal injury or negligence or carelessness on the part of the persons named in this waiver. The Release and Waiver extends to all claims of every kind and nature whatsoever, foreseen or unforeseen, known or unknown. The undersigned grants full permission to Wakulla Senior Center and/or agents authorized by them to use any photograph, videotapes, motion picture or any other record of this event for any legitimate purpose.

Signature (parent if under 18)

Date

LADIES NIGHT LOCAL TRUSTED. 11.21.15 .

HONORING OUR LOCAL VET

7pm-10pm

FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A:

Thank you for your support! Wakulla Senior Center & Meals on Wheels

FOR A CHANCE TO WIN

$50 GIFT CARD AttendNIGHT a seminar SHIRT BUY A LADIES to learn more about Capital Health Plan Medicare Advantage (HMO) plans. $50 GIFT CARD Capital Health Plan Health Center 1491 Governor’s Square Blvd., Tallahassee BRING HOMEMADE DISH TO Seminar at 10:00 a.m. November 23 December 1 WITH December 11 RECIPE SHARE THE November 27 December 2 January 8 $50 GIFT CARD Seminar at 5:30 p.m. December 10 BRING A CANNED FOOD Call today to RSVP

*one chance for every can you bring

850-523-7441

FOOD DRINK GAMES MUS or 1-877-247-6512 (TTY: 850-383-3534 or 1-877-870 MALE CONTEST 8943) 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.,BEAUTY seven days a week, October 1 - February 14 and 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., Monday - Friday, February 15 - September 30. FASHION SHOW

www. capitalhealth.com/medicare

WOODVILLE AC HARDWARE

MEDICARE ADVANTAGE (HMO)

Capital Health Plan Advantage Plus (HMO) and Preferred Advantage (HMO) are HMO plans with a Medicare contract. Enrollment in Capital Health Plan Advantage Plus and Preferred Advantage depends on contract renewal. For accommodation of persons with special needs at sales meetings, call one of the numbers above. A sales person will be present with information and applications. H5938_DP 1065 CMS Accepted 10242015

850-421-9000