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THE NEWSCASTER-Nature Coast News
Community Events
Area Veterans Activities
Bricks for Veterans memorial park
VA Clinic Enrollment
Memorial bricks for the memorial bricks for our South Levy Veterans Memorial
LECANTO, FL-- The Lecanto Veterans Affairs (VA) Community Based Outpa-
Park adjacent to Inglis Town Hall are still available. Bricks are $25 for 2 x 4 and $40 for 4
tient Clinic (CBOC) continues to accept enrollments for VA health care for eligible Veter-
x 4. We will be having our Memorial Day Service at the park with a parade and dedication
ans. Visit the Lecanto CBOC Monday ­ Friday between 8:00 a.m. ­ 4:30 p.m.(2804 West
to Walter "Buzz" Terhune. Thanks, Lisa Flanders, Inglis Recreation Chairperson.
Marc Knighton Court, Lecanto, FL 34461). While not required, you may bring your DD
214 for verification of military service. The Lecanto CBOC offers several outpatient ser-
The many Hats of Vultures
vices to include Primary Care and Mental Health. For more information on enrollment and
Join us Wednesday March 16th, 10 a.m. at the Withlacoochee Gulf Preserve Edu-
eligibility, contact Peggy Morris at 352-746-8004.
cation Center for another in our series of environmental presentations. Andrea Junking, a
specialist at the Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park will give a great presentation on
Corn Beef Cabbage Night
"The Many Hats of Vultures". Most people have a bad opinion of these birds. But Andrea
Homosassa Amvets post 89 corn beef and cabbage night March 17th 3 PM To 7
will show how vultures provide a needed ecological service and prevent disease. If you
PM Advance tickets $5.00 Tickets at Door $6.00 open to public in VFW Post located on
think you know vultures, you'll be surprised to learn about their family units, how they help
Veterans drive in Homosassa music by Kevin.
rangers in Africa and more. These birds are much more than just the clean up crew! After
Veterans Office Announces Schedules at Local Libraries
the presentation those who wish can walk up the Preserve's Observation Tower to try and
The Citrus County Veterans Service Department has announced the following
spot our local vulture friends!
schedule for the Floral City and Homosassa Library branches. Representatives will be at
St. Patrick s Day Dinner
the Floral City Library, located at 8360 E Orange Avenue in Floral City from 1:00 pm to
Parsons church in Yankeetown is having a St. Patrick's Day Dinner on Thur. Mar.
4:00 pm on March 17, 2016, April 21, 2016, and May 5, 2016.
17th from 4:30 to 6:30 There will be corned beef, cabbage, potatoes, carrots, Irish soda
Veterans Services staff will be at the Homosassa Library, located at 4100 S.
bread,salad and dessert for $7.00 We will also have a drawing on a $50 money tree You
Grandmarch Avenue in Homosassa from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm on March 3, 2016, April 7,
will have a chance to bid on a painting that was done by former local artist Dot Carson, the
2016,and May 19, 2016. To schedule an appointment to see the Veteran Service Officer,
painting will be sold at the end of the dinner. Take out is available 447-2506 5850 River-
please call 352-527-5915.
side Dr. Next to the Coast Guard Station.
Homosassa AMVETS POST 89 meeting
Homosassa AMVETS post 89 will hold its monthly meeting Thursday April 7th,
An Evening with Dr. Eben Kirksey
6:30 PM in the cootie building located on Veterans Drive in Homosassa. The Cootie build-
Everyone is invited to gather at The Withlacoochee Gulf Preserve Thursday,
ing is next to the VFW building. This meeting will include nomination of officers for the
March 17th at 5:00pm, as WAR, Inc (Withlacoochee Aquatic Restoration) in partnership
coming year.
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with the Friends of the Withlacoochee Gulf Preserve, welcome Eben Kirksey. Dr. Kirksey
Young Marines Commended by AMVETS
is an anthropologist who studies human interactions with animals, plants, and microbes.
Young marines post was congratulated by Post Commander Jerry Webb for an impres-  A gifted speaker, Dr. Kirksey is known to inflict laughter as he recounts his adventures
Hometown News for the Nature Coast
sive Flag retirement ceremony. Donation of $100.00 to the Homeless Veterans Task Force,  around the globe. Please join us Thursday, March 17th at the WGP off CR 40 in Yan-
Donation of $200.00 to the Young Marines to support one person going to Young Ma- rvknetoInglis, Yankeetown, Dunnellon,  Silver River Rhesus Macaque.  & Homosassa
Se i  e g wn for an informative evening about the Hernando, Crystal River
rines camp. Donation of $100.00 to the Homosassa memorial Park to support park main-  Winding River Garden Club Plant Sale
Address: 5093 S. Orwell Pt., Homosassa, FL 34446
tenance and Flags. Donation of $50.00 as a hole sponsor for the VFW District 7's April
Just in timehonEaster! The Winding River Garden Club will hold a plant sale at
P for e: (352) 489-4588 · Fax: (727) 447-5788
22nd golf tournament.
the Food Ranch Plaza in Inglis, Saturday, March 26th from 9am-1pm. If you're looking for
Commander Jerry Webb indicated the post's April 7th meeting will include nomi-  some gorgeous iplants TheNewscaster.com · further. With a variety of potted plants
Webs tes: for spring or Easter look no NewscasterArchives.com
nations for office with elections at the May meeting.Past Commander Roger Ingalls report-  to choose from, ry.NewscasterArchives.com · TheHealthcaster.com
Histo there's something for everyone.
ed the State of Florida AMVETS convention will be June 3rd and 4th at the Rosen Center
While out running your Saturday errands, drop by the Food Ranch Plaza on US
in Orlando. Past Commander Roger Ingalls reported the passing of charter member David  19, Inglis and pick up something beautiful and getnewscaster1@gmail.com of the
Email,Tom Russell, Publisher:
information get how to be a part
Bailey and draped the post charter in his honor.
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Winding River Garden Club...the joy of growing and arranging for beauty.
Sr Vice Commander Floyd Blodgett reported the post membership had increased
to over 50 members during its first two years as a post. He noted seven women veterans  Spring Book Sale ­ A. F. Knotts Public Library
It's time to load up with your summer reads. The Friends of the A.F. Knotts Public
had elected to join the post and recommended we reach out to all veterans in this area to
recruit them as our strength to support veterans is only as good as our strength in members  Library, 11 56th Street, Yankeetown will hold their Spring Book Sale beginning Saturday,
April 2nd. The sale will continue through Saturday April 9th during regular library hours
to do the job.
­ Sat 9am-1pm, Tuesday 3pm-8pm, Wed and Thur 9am ­ 5pm. A wide selection of bound
Activities at Inglis AmVets
books, paperbacks, audio books and DVDs will be available
William Crow AmVets Post 447 is located at 405 E. Hwy. 40 in Inglis, FL; phone
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352-447-4473. Open 7 days weekly, 12:00-9:00 pm. Kitchen hours are 12:00-7:00 pm, with
daily specials, and on Sundays only, open for breakfast, 9:00-11:00 am. Tickets are on sale,
daily, for our weekly Queen of Heart Drawing, held on Sundays at 6:15 pm. SIGNED-IN
GUESTS ARE WELCOME. On WILD WEDNESDAYS, enjoy 50 cents wings and Darts
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5093 S. Orwell Pt., Homosassa, Florida 34446
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Phone: (352) 489-­4588 
Fax: (727) 362-­4788
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