PAGE 10 - July 18, 2007
THE NEWSCASTER-Nature Coast News
Community Events
"Local Sea Cadets Graduate From "Boot Camp"
Special graduation kudos for the first Navy League Cadet graduate from the Mana-
Teen Driver Program at Yankeetown School
tee Division, Shane Cowper, age 10, from Dunnellon from Admiral Farragut Academy, St
Petersburg. From Camp Blanding 2-week recruit training graduates were: Scott Haberstroh,
The free program is offered to all Levy County students who have a current Driver's
age 14, from Homosassa; Lane Hawthorne, age 13, Dunnellon; Devon McAvay, age 13,
License or Learners Permit.
Dunnellon, member of Honor Company; Jarrett Suydam, age 14, Inverness; Devan Brown,
The 4-hour program will be held on three different dates at Yankeetown School, July
age 14, Dunnellon, member of Honor Company; Marco Johnson, Jr., age 14, Crystal River;
24, from 9:00 a.m. until 1 :00 p.m. (each day is a complete course).
Devan Smith, age 13, Hernando, member of Honor Company; Davis Dawkins, age 14, Dun-
A PERMISSION FORM signed by the parents or legal guardians of those attending
nellon; and Liam Lincicome, age 14, Inglis.
the course is required. The permission forms can be picked up at the Inglis Police Depart-
These cadets went through vigorous training in watchstanding, physical fitness,
ment, 26 W. Hwy. 40, Inglis; phone 447-0303.
military drill, disaster drills, and classroom training in Naval customs, ship and aircraft iden-
Levy County Library Activities
tification, ships and missions, and other related training. This training is the first step for
Are you looking for something special to fill your vacation time? Do you like Pirate
every Navy League/Naval Sea Cadet before they are sent to other two week training activi-
Adventures, Sports, Food, Comics, Games, and Art? If so, check out READ ALL ABOUT IT!
ties of their choice in all aspects of naval life. The Manatee Division drills at the Coast Guard
weekly programs at the LEVY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM this summer. These
Station, Yankeetown, every second weekend of the month. Ages 10 to 17 (male and female)
programs are for all ages. They have crafts, stories, music, movies, and food. Large groups
are welcome to contact us at any time for information. Call LCDR Wambold at 352-216-2342
are welcome, however please let us know in advance. For more details contact your local
or Instructor Dunn at 352-726-7716.
librarian at A.F. Knotts Library.
From the Police Beat
July 16th - July 20th Games
Craft - Paddle Ball Set
July 23rd - July 27th Arts
Craft - Kaleidoscopes
Around 6:15 p.m., June 3, the Inglis Police Department was dispatched to the Shell
Vacation Bible School ....3 -2 -1 Lift Off!!
Superstop station due to a "vicious dog," the report stated, that was tied to the railing on the
side porch. The report stated that the officer was familiar with the dog, a pit bull-terrier mix
Calling all kids to our fourth VBS Lift Off Saturday, Soaring to new heights with
named Smoky Joe, due to problems in the past, and he knew it to be a very aggressive dog.
God! When: Saturday, July 21st, from 9am to 12 noon. What:A fun filled morning of Music,
When the officer approached the dog, it became very aggressive and lunged at him in an
Bible Story, Crafts, Discovery Games and Yummy Snacks!Where: Parsons Memorial Presby-
attempt to attack him, the officer reported. The store clerk said the dog had been tied there
terian Church, at 5850 Riverside Dr.,Yankeetown. (next door to the Coast Guard Station).
since about 3:00 p.m. and had attempted to attack several customers. One customer had
Everyone is invited to join us for our fourth VBS Lift Off! We are planning our fifth VBS
walked past the dog without noticing he was there, and the dog came close to biting him on
Saturdays for August 4th. Parents are welcome to stay and join in the fun. Hope to see you
the leg.
there! For more info, please call 489-5274
According to the report, the dog had no food or water, and the temperature outside
Lifeline Screening Tests
was over 90 degrees; the dog had been unsupervised for at least three hours. The report
Residents living in and around the Inglis area can be screened to reduce their risk of
stated that the owner of the dog, 79 year-old Henry Lee Urquhart, walked to the gas station
having a STROKE. Life Line Screening will be at the First Baptist Church of Inglis on
from the Harbor Light Lounge across the street. Mr. Urquhart said that he'd left the dog tied
Tuesday, July 31st. The church is located at 1001 Hwy. 40 East, Inglis (just east of U. S. Hwy.
outside while he'd had a few drinks at the lounge, the report stated. Urquhart was unable to
19 on the north side of road). Appointments will begin at 9:00 a.m.
show proof of vaccinations for the dog and was in violation of two Inglis Town Ordinances,
For more information regarding the screenings, or to SCHEDULE AN APPOINT-
the report stated - allowing a dog to run at large and possession of an unvaccinated dog. A
MENT, call TOLL-FREE at 1-877 -237-1287 or visit Life Line Screening on theie WEBSITE,
Sworn Complaint was filed with the State Attorney's Office on the two violations.
www.lifelinescreening.com PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
While the officers were gathering information, Mr. Urquhart, who smelled of alco-
hol, became irate and told the officers that he would fight them to the death if they took his
'Mercy Mountain Boys' Southern Gospel Sing, July 21
dog, according to the report. Officers charged Mr, Urquhart with disorderly intoxication and
A Southern Gospel Sing featuring the Mercy Mountain Boys from Lake City, Florida
transported him to the Levy County Jail. Smoky Joe was transported to Animal Control.
will be held at the first Baptist Church of Lk. Rousseau on Sat., July 21, at 6:00 p.m. Everyone
A.B.A.
is welcome. A Covered Dish Dinner will follow the Sing. The Church is located at 7854 W.
Dunnellon Rd. For additional information, please call 352/489-4636.
Herbicide treatments on
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Lake Rousseau, June 16-27
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Mobile Homes
During July 16-27, the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) will conduct
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aquatic weed control operations in Lake Rousseau using Environmental Protection Agency
· Residential
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(EPA) approved herbicides.
· Commercial
Water hyacinth and water lettuce will be maintained using the herbicide, Reward.
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30 Years Experience
Boat trails will be maintained using the herbicides, Aquathol K and Aquastar. Those using
NEW!
treated areas of Lake Rousseau for domestic purposes or irrigation are cautioned that treated
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water should not be used for a period of 5 days in Reward treated areas and 14 days in
Ultra Violet Air Filtering
Aquathol K treated areas.
Removes nearly 100%
No livestock watering for 1 day in Reward treated areas. Water should not be used
for drinking (does not apply to tap water) for 3 days in Reward treated areas. There are no
of germs & dust
restrictions in Aquastar treated areas. Signs displaying treatment dates and restrictions will
Reduce Sickness & Allergies
be posted in treated areas. Scheduled treatments may be canceled due to environmental
conditions.
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The management and treatment of nuisance exotic vegetation is necessary to main-
tain recreational activities and protect native plant populations in Florida waters. For addi-
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tional information, please call (352) 726-8622.
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