The Newscaster/Nature Coast News
PAGE 5 - December 5, 2007
Mine Hearing - Continued from page 1
Community Events & Meetings
of King Rd to go through Inglis also was listed. Concern was for the aquifer being cut through
Dunnellon Christmas Parade
multiple times in the 100 foot deep lakes and the reused water being put back in the lakes with
Dunnellon's Christmas Parade, "Jingle Bell Holiday," will be held in downtown Dun-
possible pollution of the aquifer which flows in a westerly to south direction from the mine.
nellon on Sat., Dec. 15, at 6:00 p.m. Come bring your sleigh bells for a jingle bell good time! For
Larry Cohan, who represented the Town of Yankeetown, covered very key
additional information or an application to participate in the parade, call or stop by the Dun-
concerns including contamination of the aquifer, evaporation, the low water table due to lack
nellon Chamber office located at 20500 E. Pennsylvania Ave. or call (352) 489-2320 or 1-800-
of rainfall, salt water intrusion, pollution from surface water runoff from the trucks and the
830-2087 (toll-free).
tremendous growth and future use of water with the Suncoast Parkway and Progress Energy
Inverness Christmas Parade Ready
coming. Francis Proveaux, who could have mining within 50 feet of his property line, ex-
pressed concern that in the `93 Storm of the Century he had several feet of salt water in his
The Inverness Christmas Parade is just days away from strolling down Main Street
yard and a repeat could fill the lakes with salt water putting it in the aquifer.
and making its anticipated debut for residents and visitors alike. Saturday, December 8th at
Jim Hurd of Woodpecker Ridge wanted the promise of a contingency plan if his
12 Noon will mark the start of holiday floats, school marching bands, area clubs and organi-
water was lost due to the mine. Concerns centered on water quality and quantity and the
zations, the ever popular Shriners, clowns and of course the guest of honor Santa. The
quality of life now enjoyed. Everyone got to peacefully speak their feelings. A motion with a
parade will make its traditional start from Pizza Hut and proceed south to Highland Blvd.
majority vote to table the vote until more detail was provided was made by PC member Tom
Please contact the Citrus County Chamber of Commerce for any additional informa-
Harper and seconded by Toni Collins, who expressed concern for possible decreased prop-
tion at 352/726-2801.
erty values. It was felt that more detail was needed on the water plans, flow direction, salt
10th annual "Nights of Lights" holiday celebration
water intrusion among other things and information being provided with time to study these
Thousands of holiday lights will highlight the tenth annual "Nights of Lights" celebra-
facts before a vote. Tarmac mines parent company is Titan, a Greek company. Titan America
tion at Fort Cooper State Park, Dec. 7 through 13, from 6:00-8:30 p.m. The park will be deco-
is the USA based name which has invested $700 Million in the State of Florida in the last 6
rated with hundreds of luminaries and thousands of lights and ornamental holiday regalia.The
years according to Townsend.
Friends of Fort Cooper State Park, Inc. will provide park visitors with cookies, hot cocoa,
"Santa Over the Rainbow" at Rainbow Springs State Park
mulled cider and s'mores.For additional information, please call Diane Otten at (352) 726-0315.
Santa Claus has been spotted and he appears to be heading towards Rainbow Springs
10th annual "Nights of Lights" holiday celebration
State Park! Santa and Mrs. Claus will settled into their quaint log cabin overlooking the
Thousands of holiday lights will highlight the tenth annual "Nights of Lights" celebra-
Headsprings. They will again share the spotlight with hundreds of thousands of sparkling
tion at Fort Cooper State Park, Dec. 7 through 13, from 6:00-8:30 p.m. The park will be deco-
lights and decorations during "Santa Over the Rainbow" at the Park.
rated with hundreds of luminaries and thousands of lights and ornamental holiday regalia. On
The Park will be open from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Friday, December 7th, Saturday,
Dec. 7 and 8, local entertainers will perform holiday carols, while special guest, Santa Claus,
December 8th and Sunday, December 9th. Live music starts at 6 p.m. and Santa and the Mrs.
listens to childrens' holiday wishes and poses for portraits with them. Donations of non-
arrive in a decorated pontoon sleigh-boat at 7 p.m. The scheduled performers will be the
perishable foods or new, unwrapped toys to benefit the local charity, Citrus United Basket
"Shade Tree Pickers" featuring Herb and Sue Ann Reichelt along with Les Eagle on Friday,
(CUB), will be accepted for admission.
"Kelly's Music" with George Koper on Saturday and the "Paul Marker Trio" on Sunday. For
The Friends of Fort Cooper State Park, Inc. will provide park visitors with cookies,
additional information call 465-8555.
hot cocoa, mulled cider and s'mores. Ft. Cooper State Park is located in Inverness at 3100 Old
Wilderness Circle Winter Solstice Ceremony
Floral City Road. For additional information, please call Diane Otten at (352) 726-0315.
Take an AARP Driver Safety class
December 22, 2007, Saturday at 11:00 AM, a FREE, local Ceremony in the spirit of
Completing the two four-hour day course may entitle you to a multi-year insurance discount.
Native American traditionswill be held. Indian blood is not required, just the Indian heart. All
For more information, check with your insurance carrier. The course fee is $10 per person and
who come in a good way are invited.
to register for a class, call the listed instructor.
A pot luck dinner follows. Please bring a dish to share, and your drinks. Afternoon
For information regarding future classes, call Charlie Lucente at 726-0753.
music, songs, flutes, guitars and drums with Michael "White Wolf" Serio in charge. Your
Crystal River, Homosassa, Homosassa Springs
instruments and guests are welcome. Call Betty Berger (352) 447-2736 or e mail
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Dec. 11 and 12: 1 p.m. at Coastal Regional Library, 8619 W. Crystal Street, Crystal
bberger@bellsouth.net for details and location.
River. Call Lou Harmin at 564-0933
Beverly Hills, Hernando: Dec. 5 and 7: noon at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, 6 Roosevelt
Blvd. Call Matt Curley at 746-7916
Inverness, Floral City: Dec. 11 and 12: 9 a.m. at Citrus Memorial Health Systems Share Club
Auditorium corner of Grace and Osceola. Open to the public, Share Club members and non-
members. Call Chauncey Benedict at 795-5107.
Christmas Celebration of Lights at Homosassa Wildlife Park
December 20, 2007 through December 24, 2007 with a Bonus Night on December 29,
2007 5:30 p.m. 9:00 p.m. Suggested donation: Adults $2.00 and Children 3 12, $1.00 The
Friends present their annual Christmas Celebration of Lights over five evenings starting
December 20th through Christmas Eve, with a bonus night on December 29th. The park is
illuminated with thousands of lights and holiday decorations and a variety of entertainment is
featured on different evenings. Refreshments are also available.
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Hickory Island
Kid's Lodge and Preschool Day Camp of Crystal River put on the finishing touches to their
entry in the Crystal River Christmas Parade held Saturday. More parade photos from the
Inglis-Yankeetown parade are on page 12. Photo by Sally Price
"Preserving Florida's Southern Spirit"
Custom Woodworking
Restaurant and Seafood Market
"Your Plans or Ours"
Lighthouse Lounge
Antique Furniture Refinishing
Kitchen Cabinets
LIVE MUSIC FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Entertainment Centers
This Week:
Drink Specials
Killroy Band
Hurrincane Shutters
$2 Margaritas
see our ad on page 4
Book Cases
$1 Draft Beers
352-447-2520
Enviro Group of Florida
Pet Caskets
Wood Products Div.
352-447-3894re Service
$1.50 Well Drinks
48 Hwy 19 S. Inglis
Tom Robinson
Cino Lawn Ca