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THE NEWSCASTER-Nature Coast News
Community Events
6th Annual Redfish & Trout Tournament
The Yankeetown Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department would like to announce
Annual Education Salad Luncheon at Y-I Woman's Club
their 6th Annual Redfish and Trout Tournament to be held Saturday, May 10th, 2008 at the
In its' efforts to help support our communities, the Yankeetown-Inglis Woman's Club will
Yankeetown Marina on Hickory Ave in Yankeetown, FL. Every year we have a great turnout
hold its' annual Education Salad Luncheon Wed., March 19 at 12 Noon at #5 56th Street in
of not only local fishers but many from outside of our area and other states. Last year we
Yankeetown. Over 30 salads, drinks, and dessert will be offered for a donation of $6.00. This
hosted nearly 300 people that turned out for the beautiful day of fishing as well as the bar-b-
donation will include drawings for a number of very nice door prizes.
queue and raffle.
All proceeds will fund a project for Yankeetown School, so come enjoy some great food
"This is our main fundraiser each year that contributes the most to our equipment
and prizes while supporting your communities! To make reservations or for further informa-
fund" said Fire Chief Paul Shearer "We really rely quite a bit on the support of our residents
tion, contact Sharon Petrovich at 447-4386.
and business community to turn out and fish or donate for our tournament to help us provide
CALLING ALL KIDS (3 and up)!!
for a well staffed and stocked fire department."
To Parsons Memorial Presbyterian Church at 5850 Riverside Drive in Yankeetown, for
Fishing starts promptly at 7:00 am with weigh in between 4:00 -5:00 pm. There are
their Annual Spring Fling on Saturday, March 29 from 9 am to noon. A fun filled morning is
prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in the adult division for the largest Redfish and the largest
planned with Music, Bible Story, Crafts, Egg Coloring, and a great lunch. We will finish with
Trout. There is also a special prize for the Redfish with the most spots. A special "free"
an egg hunt. So please join us for a great time. Hope to see you there! Parents are welcome
tournament for children ages 12 and under for largest Redfish and Trout will follow the
to stay and enjoy the activities. For more info please call (352) 489-5274 or (352) 447-3949.
adults' tournament. All children age 12 and under entered will receive a new fishing pole
along with trophies being presented for 1st and 2nd place for their fish.
Wilderness Circle - Spring Equinox Meeting
The bar-b-queue dinner will consist of pulled pork with all the fixings. Each paid
Saturday, March 22, 2008 at 11:00 AM .Free ceremony in the spirit of Native Ameri-
boat entry receives two dinner and beverage tickets as well as five raffle tickets for our prize
can tradiations. Indian blood not required, just the Indian heart. There will be a cermonial
drawings. Dinner for those too frail to fish is $6.50. Beverage tickets will be on sale as well.
entry into the Wilderness Circle and prayers will be offered. A fire will be built weather
The drawings have been a big hit each year. Prizes in the past have included a limited edition
permitting.
print from Guy Harvey, Vacation packages to Lake Buena Vista Resort and Lake Ridge Win-
Mackie Sanford of Cherokee descent is in charge. The colors will be raised by the
eries, Fishing charters from our local fishing superstars, fishing electronics, gear and many
Girl Scout Brownies. The Equinox is when the day and night is equal in length. The Spring
other items. We have also received great support in the past from local businesses such as
Equinox marks the time when the days will grow longer. There will be a pot luck dinner,
CEMEX, Hickory Island, Ace Hardware, Buddy and Fred's, and many, many more.
followed by afternoon music. Call (352) 447-2736 for details or e mail Betty Berger
Live music will be provided by Papa Sass from 1:00-5:00 pm. There is an optional
bberger@bellsouth.net
captains meeting Friday, May 9th at 6:00pm at the Yankeetown Marina to go over the rules
Learn About Hospice
and for last minute sign ups. Rain date will be May 17th, 2008. A copy of the rules is available
On Friday, March 28th, at 6pm, Parsons Memorial Presbyterian Church at 5850
at Hook, Line and Sinker, Yankeetown General Store, and Yankeetown Marina. Please contact
riverside Drive in Yankeetown (next to the Coast Guard Station) will be hosting a presenta-
tournament chairperson, Valarie Davenport at (352) 447-3323
tion by the Citrus County/Nature Coast Hospice and the speaker will be Joseph Foster. Mr.
From Inglis Town Hall
Foster will present what Hospice is, it's services and how it can help you and your loved
ones. There will a time for questions and answers.
Inglis Election Results for March 11th
The evening will begin with a Pot-Luck dinner at 6PM in our Fellowship
Hall Everyone is welcome and if you would like to bring a dish to share it would be appreci-
Candidate
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learn about Hospice please plan on joining us for this informative program. For more informa-
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tion please call 447-6004 or 489-5274
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Bluegrass Festival, Dunnellon, March 28-30
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The spring Withlacoochee River Bluegrass Jamboree will be held on March 28-30 (Fri.,
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Sat. and Sun.), at the Robinson Ranch on Hwy. 40 between Inglis and Dunnellon. This year
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marks the 28th year of its twice-yearly shows. Camping is available with the purchase of
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weekend tickets.
The New Commission Will Be Sworn In At A Special Meeting Tuesday April 1, 2008 At 7pm.
The all-day shows are presented from a stage underneath a large, covered pavilion on
the shady banks of the Withlacoochee River backwater, on the north side of Lk. Rousseau.
352 447-4588 352-621-4588
Like an old-timey camp meeting, fans arrive to camp, visit old friends, fish from the riverbank.
A 3-day adult ticket is $55; Friday or Saturday tickets are $28 per day; and Sunday
tickets are $12. Special rates are available for children and juniors; children under 6 are
admitted free. For more information call 352-489-1842.
Buddy & Fred's II
46 Hwy 19 - Inglis (Food Ranch Plaza)
(352) 447-2611 Tues-Fri. 10-5 Sat. 9-2 Closed Sun/Mon.
New Delivery! - Lots of Choices!
Gas BBQ
Charcoal BBQ
Smokers
Electric Fireplaces
River Retreat Spa
New Bass Club
15 Acres of Off-Leash areas
Citrus County Bass Masters
Small & Large Dog Areas
Men's & Women's' Hair Hair Color & Foils Nails
Filtered Ponds - Training
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Facials Massage  Accupuncture
Looking for Boaters
Monthly, Annual, Daily Rates
Permanent Makeup
6 Ft. Chain link fencing
Mary Kay, Biolage, Crew & Redken Products
Free Outdoor Rinse Area
Harold Beasley
Open 7 days a week
352-447-2505
Tournament Director
www.barkcentraldoglpark.com Group & Private Training
Call for Information
Gym & Tanning Packages Available
6301 E. Turner Camp Rd. 352-341-2275
(352) 447-3174
Lic. # MM19077
Inverness, FL. 34450  fax: 352-341-2862
6015 Hwy 40 West, Yankeetown, FL.