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THE NEWSCASTER-Nature Coast News
New Flood Zone Maps for
Community Events
Inglis-Yankeetowna much better sense of
Do You Have Questions About Medicare?
Do you have questions about Medicare or Medicare/Medicaid, Supplemental In-
surance, Part D Prescription Drug Plans, or Medicare Billings? If you do, come see SHINE,
Property owners in Inglis and Yankeetown will soon have
a volunteer program with the Florida Department of Elder Affairs for one-on-one counsel-
their flood risk thanks to an open house where updated flood hazard maps will be unveiled.
ing. SHINE provides free, unbiased and,confidential assistance. If you cannot come to a
The updated maps replace ones that are 26 years old. This is part of a nationwide initiative
site call the ElderHelpline atm1-800-262-2243. SHINE will be at: Wed, Mar 10th, 10:00-
to modernize maps and more accurately identify flooding risks. Properties may have their
Noon AF Knotts (Yankeetown) Public Library.
flood zone designation changed and now be required to have flood insurance if they have
Beginning Computer Classes in Inglis
federally backed mortgages.
It's not too late to get into a beginning computer class at Inglis Community Center.
The open house is set for Wednesday, March 17, 2010 from 4 - 6:30pm at the
A class began on March 3, 2010 at 6:00pm at no charge and the class is designed to help
Inglis Town Hall. The open house is an informal event open to everyone with questions
local people improve their computer skills to become more employable. For more infor-
about flooding, flood insurance, or building requirements. The open house is hosted by
mation call 352 447-3585.
state, federal, and local officials who will be there to answer your questions.
The open house also kicks off the public comment period for adoption of the
Vendors needed for Inglis Health & Wellness Fair
Vendors wanting to participate in a Health and Wellness Fair to be held at the
new maps to meet requirements of the National Flood Insurance Program. Residents will
Inglis Community Center on Sat., March 20, are asked to call charline Reed of comprehen-
be able to study both paper and digital versions of the preliminary flood maps. For those
sive Home Care at (352) 586-8249.
unable to attend, maps will also be available to view in the Inglis or Yankeetown zoning
There is no charge for the space. However, as space is limited, please call early to
offices during normal business hours.
Sleeping Inglis man battered
secure your participation in this event.
Tables and chairs will be available to vendors. Hot dogs and drinks will be avail-
able at a nominal fee.
Jonathan Robert Erlandson, 27, Lois St., Inglis, was arrested by the Inglis Po-
The event is co-sponsored by the Manors (Crystal Gem, Pleasant Grove and Sug-
lice Department, Feb. 23, charged with felony burglary/assault and misdemeanor criminal
armill), comprehensive Home Care and the Inglis-Yankeetown Women’s club.
mischief. According to the arrest report, Erlandson entered a Park St. residence while the
victim was sleeping and struck him on the face, causing a welt and some swelling. The re-
Inglis RABAC to sponsor “Easter Eggstravaganza” on April 3rd
port stated that the victim grabbed a skillet and chased Erlandson out of his home. While a
The Easter Bunny comes hopping to the Inglis Community Center to hide eggs
police officer was speaking with the victim, according to the arrest report, Erlandson called
and take pictures with all the children who come to see him. The Easter Egg Hunt lineup
him over the phone and said he was coming back over and kicking his (deleted).
starts at 9:45 A.M. and the hunt starts at 10:00 A.M. There will be three age groups; new-
When police located Erlandson, he admitted to being at the victim’s house to con-
born to 2 years old, 3 years old to 6 years old, and 7 years old to 12 years old. Parents can
front him about some other issues. Erlandson was placed under arrest on the charges and
help with the under 2 set. There will be lots of prizes and candy to be found. After the egg
transported to the Levy County Jail.
hunt, children can have their picture taken with the Easter Bunny. Please bring baskets to
collect eggs. New this year will be a “Cake Walk” with prizes for the best cakes donated for
Education Salad Luncheon
the event. The fee to play in the Cake Walk is 50 cents per round.If you plan on donating a
The Yankeetown-Inglis Woman’s Club will be holding their Education Salad Lun-
cake for the Cake Walk we would like them to be turned in on Friday April 2,2010 between
cheon, Wednesday, March 17th at Noon. For $6.00 you can sample over 40 delicious sal-
6 P.M. and 8 P.M. at the Community Center. If you are unable to come at this time please
ads prepared by our members, have homemade dessert and a chance at the many door prizes
have them turned in the day of the event by 9:00 A.M.The Eggstravaganza is free to the
donated by local merchants. All proceeds from the luncheon go to Yankeetown School for
public,but donations are always accepted.
special projects.
If you would like to make a donation to help the RABAC board make this event a
This will be the last chance to purchase tickets for the gorgeous quilt donated by
success, please call Tanya Berecz at (352) 447-0805 or you can stop by Inglis Town Hall.
Club member and Master Quilter Helen Siegel. Tickets are $2.00 each or 3 for $5.00. The
We still need prizes for the egg hunt and candy for the children.
drawing for the quilt will be held at the luncheon. The Woman’s Club is located at #5 56th
Republican club meeting
St., Yankeetown. For questions call 352-447-2057.
Jason Sager, a speaker at the recent Inverness “tea party,” will speak at the Yan-
Withlacoochee Wilderness Canoe & Kayak Race and Rally
keetown-Inglis Republican club’s Lunch Meeting on Tues. March 16. The meeting will be
Join in the fun of the Second Annual Withlacoochee Wilderness Canoe & Kayak
held at the Inglis-Yankeetown Lions club on Hwy. 40 and 59th St. starting at 12:30 p.m.
Race and Rally, 9:30AM, April 10th. Hosted by Withlacoochee Area Residents, Inc., all
The public is invited. The charge for lunch is $5 per person. Please call Edith at (352) 447-
proceeds will help fund the efforts of the organization to protect and preserve Florida’s
2622 or Pat at (352) 447-5874, if you plan to attend.
Nature Coast and its’ water sources for the benefit of everyone.
St. Patrick’s Day Dinner
The By-Pass Spillway Park located off CR 40 in Inglis will be the launch site for
$6.50 Donation, Wed. March 17th 4-6pm; Parsons Memorial Presbyterian Church;Corned
an exciting trip down the river. This year’s Challenge offers two options for the partici-
Beef and Cabbage Dinner; Drawing for $50.00 Money Tree; Come join us for food and
pants…Option one is a Race with men’s kayak, women’s kayak, and tandem kayak/canoe
fellowship.
categories. Option two is a River Rally, no class or gender groups, for those who choose to
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just relax and enjoy the scenery. The rally requires the participants to find clues and answer
questions as they paddle down the river. The individual with the most correct answers will
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be the winner.
The Race and River Rally will both start at the Inglis By Pass Spillway of the
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Withlacoochee River and head west. The River Rally will travel approximately 5 miles
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and end at the Winding River Park in Yankeetown. The Racers will pass the park and con-
tinue approximately one mile to the Yankeetown Marina, turn around and head back to the
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Registration fees received before March 26th are $35 canoe - $25 kayak - $35 tan-
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dem kayak. Any entries after March 26th will be at the launch site only (8am-9am) and are
- $40 canoe - $30 kayak - $40 tandem kayak. These fees include entry, race hat (guaranteed
Financing Available • 12 Months Same as Cash • FREE Water Analysis
only for pre-registration), fruit, water and lunch. For more information call Jack Schofield
at 352-447-6152.
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