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THE NEWSCASTER-Nature Coast News
Levy County Drug Task Force To Get $100k
U.S. Representative Ginny Brown-Waite has announced the University of Florida’s
shellfish aquaculture research programs can expect over $200,000 in new funding. Brown-
Waite secured this funding in the fiscal year 2009 omnibus spending bill. The overall measure
will support numerous Fifth District agriculture, natural resources, infrastructure, and re-
search projects.
$100,000 is also headed to the Levy County Sherriff’s Office Drug Task Force.
These funds will allow the Levy County Task Force to aggressively fight a growing drug
trade in the region and help reduce crime.
“With the economy in a tailspin, we are infusing vital programs and homegrown
industries with the funding necessary to survive,” Rep. Brown-Waite said. “The important
research endeavors will stabilize the local clamming community and Levy County families will
benefit from safer neighborhoods.”
The University of Florida’s clam research program originally began with funds Rep.
Brown-Waite requested in 2006. The research is designed to improve stress resistance of native
clam breeding stocks for better survival in warm water temperatures during summer months.
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When the arrest warrant was served on Torregrosa at his residence, members of the
CCSO Tactical Impact Unit assisted detectives in executing a search warrant. Officials imme-
diately found 24 immature cannabis plants in the garage, segregated into two makeshift
rooms that had lighting and air conditioning ducts.
Torregrosa pointed officers toward the kitchen, and they found 1.5 lbs. of cannabis
Todd and Novella Defleur from Atlanta spent the day roaming the beautiful Rainbow Springs prop-
in two, gallon-size, plastic zip-type bags, and other small amounts of cannabis, along with
erty at the recent Cracker Days. Robert Wilson, who runs Wizard's Gun Shop, set up his authentic
several items of paraphernalia, including scissors, an electronic scale, plastic baggies, a
camp and demonstrated his talents with a whip, showing first hand where the "crack the whip" got
calculator, and a handgun.
it's meaning. The couple call themselves "modern day explorers" hiking from Pensacola to Florida
Elsewhere in the residence, detectives found bottles of prescription medication.
Bay in south Florida. Newscaster Photo by Sally Price
Some were prescribed to Torregrosa, and two were prescribed to people who did not live at
the residence. One of the drugs was diazepam, a Schedule IV controlled substance, and the
TO:
THE TOWN OF INGLIS
other drug was hydrocodone, a Schedule II controlled substance. Liquid testosterone
FROM:
Bob Webb, Candidate for Town Commissioner
cypionate was also found, a Schedule III controlled substance, that Torregrosa stated was a
steroid which he had not used for some time. Several other items of paraphernalia were
SUBJECT: MY PLATFORM
mentioned on the report, but not specified.
My name is Bob Webb and I am seeking the office of
Torregrosa was additionally charged with possession of a controlled substance,
Town Commissioner for the town of Inglis. I would like to speak
possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell, three counts of possession of
with you about some issues that will impact our community in
controlled substances, cannabis cultivation, and possession of drug paraphernaila. His
the future and that I want to address – with your assistance.
bond was set at $25,500 on the second group of charges.
We need to review local zoning laws and regulations
and institute new ones, as necessary, so that when the new
Inglis Candidates Forum Encore
power plant and other new businesses come to Inglis, our town
can benefit from the growth while maintaining the beauty and
This forum will be held Thursday, March 5th 2009
peace which exists in our community. We need ordinances will
allow planned growth but prevent uncontrolled development.
from 7:00pm-9:00pm in the Inglis Community Center.
We need to initiate and increase our efforts to keep the
There are two commission seats open with three candidates run-
Withlacoohee River free from pollution which will in turn maximize its wildlife. Further up
the river pollutants continue to be spread on Lake Rousseau. These toxins flow from the
ning; two candidates running for mayor. This event will be moder-
lake down to our river causing damage to the river’s water quality and eventually impact-
ated by Drinda Merritt and is sponsored by the Recreation Advi-
ing the fishery in the gulf. This practice must stop. Additionally, pollutants and trash are
sory Board Activities Committee (RABAC). Refreshments will be
dumped in the river by inconsiderate boaters causing damage to fish, manatees and
served.
marine craft which use the river. Better patrolling in the river by law enforcement should
Please remember to Vote March 10th, 2009
be initiated.
If elected, I will work with other commissioners and citizens and with local, county
and state agencies to seek funding sources as well as initiatives that will provide avenues
ATTENTION!!
to pave and maintain our roads and highways. Our community has many dirt roads that
need paving and others that need resurfacing. While this project will be a long term
Please be advised of the following:
initiative, we must begin action now.
There is no relationship or affiliation
For many years, this area has attracted people who hunt deer, hogs, and turkeys.
We must protect our wildlife and hunting areas and continue to allow hunters and other
whatsoever between
stewards of the outdoors to enjoy their pursuits. Businesses are currently petitioning the
county to establish rock mines close to these hunting areas. These mines will impact our
Sara "Sally" Price and
delicate balance of our woods and wildlife as well as our water aquifers. We MUST ensure
these mines do not disrupt this fragile and valuable resource.
Ardis "Sunny" Price
Last, but not least, as frequently as possible I will schedule meetings to meet
with local citizens to discuss and explore ways to make Inglis a better place to live. It is our
(broker/owner) River Coast Realty, Inc.
home; let’s take care of it!
A Paid Announcement Paid For And Approved by Ardis “Sunny” Price
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