The Newscaster/Nature Coast News
PAGE 11 - July 3, 2013
From Dawn's Front Porch
“Searching for the Truth”
By Newscaster Contributor Dawn Clary
NOTHING FROM NOTHING
The Sex Life of a Scallop - Did you know that many scallops have both male and
female sex organs. That means that they can produce both eggs and sperm. Some are either
male or female and a few are male when they are young and switch to female when they are
Evolutionists are in trouble from the very beginning.
older. A rapid change in water temperature usually triggers scallops to spawn, so in Florida,
The Big Bang has to explain where everything came from before
most spawning occurs in the fall when it cools off. A Single scallop can produce millions of
the universe came into existence. Cosmic evolutionists are left
eggs at one time but only one egg in 12 million survives to adulthood. The eggs and sperm
with only two possibilities. Either all of the matter and energy in
are “broadcast” into the water. The fertilized eggs become larvae and drift in the water for
the universe have been around for an infinite time, or everything
a while, about 10 to 14 days. They then attach themselves to sea grass blades until the juve-
just made itself out of nothing. Neither work because both contra-
niles reach a certain size and detach falling to the bottom on the sea floor where they spend
dict the most firmly established laws of science.
the rest of their lives. That may be one reason why Yankeetown misses out on the scallop
The first law of science shows that matter and energy can be neither created
season, because we don’t really have much sea grass for the juveniles to attach to. Scallops
nor destroyed. Therefore, based on every observation, experiment, and theory ever
need clear saltwater with lush sea grass beds to live. The sea grasses also improve water
tested…the universe could not have made itself. In spite of this, it is commonly taught
quality. As Yankeetown water is not that clear, probably due to the Withlacoochee River
that nothing somehow turned into the “cosmic egg” that explosively expanded into our
empting here which isn’t very clear as are the spring fed Crystal and Homosassa Rivers.
current universe. But nothing ever turns into something. Nothing can do… nothing.
Scallops are very sensitive to water quality. They can live up to two years but typically
Nothing can only become nothing. Nothing is the absence of everything: no energy,
Florida scallops only live one year. Since, there isn’t much grass or clear water, the habitat
no matter, no space. Also, if the universe were infinitely old, everything would be ran-
is not that good for them here in Yankeetown so we are very lonely up here during scallop
domly dispersed and uniform in temperature. However, it isn’t – so the universe cannot
season.
possibly be infinitely old. It must have had a relatively recent beginning.
Cedar Key Light House Open Day- The light station which is actually on Sea
Horse Key will be open to visitors on July 6th. The light house was built in 1854 and has
The most tested, foundational laws of science clearly show the impossibility
an interesting history such as it was extinguished for a time in 1862 by the Union Forces
of the Big Bang as an explanation for our existence. Yet these same laws of science are
during the Civil War. I went up for the last open house which was around Christmas and
perfectly compatible with the recent creation of the universe by God.
there was good support for transportation by boat to the island. In the past the light station
has only been open to visitors a couple days a year but they are planning to be open more
By the word of the LORD were the heavens made,
days this year. Each event will feature either the research being carried out by the University
of Florida’s Marine Research Lab or the history of the island and its historic light station.
their starry host by the breath of His mouth.
The next open house event on July 6th, will celebrate the fledging of the young birds of the
rookery. Good Night and Good Luck
- Psalm 33:6 (NKJV)
NATURE COAST WATER, INC.
Based on, Inspired Evidence a book by Bruce Malone, 2011
Presented by Bob Allen-Paid Advertisement Contact Bob at SFTT321@gmail.com
Geoffrey C McCarthy, 45, Inglis
CALL 352-447-6002 • Locally Owned & Operated
Geoffrey C. McCarthy, 45, of Inglis died unexpectedly in his sleep June 22,
2013. Geoff was born in Tampa, FL to Jack and Jenny McCarthy in 1967. He
12 MONTHS
FREE WATER ANALYSIS
attended UC Davis for his Environmental Remediation Tech certification and
SAME AS
worked in that field until disabled in a 2000 auto mishap in CA. Geoff re-
CASH
turned to Florida in 2003 with his life partner, Louise Lombardi, where they
Whole House Iron, Sulfur,
Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water
were blessed by the birth of their daughter Brooke, the light of his life. In
Hardness, & Odor Removal
Systems Great for Residential,
spite of his physical disabilities, he focused the last decade of his life on help-
ing others, including his parents, Jack and Jenny McCarthy and grandmother,
Services Available
RV & Commercial Use
Lucille McCarthy, all of Inglis.
SALT DELIVERY AVAILABLE
Geoff was a competent machinist, motorcycle mechanic and a talented motorcycle
road-racer prior to his disabling injuries; and he made his mark at major tracks in the west
and southeast US and public road, “point-to-point” races in Baja, Mexico.
Realty
Geoff was an exceptional father, son and friend who loved people and life but never feared
death. The family is deeply touched by the numerous words and praises that family and
friends from around the country and Europe have posted in the “Geoff McCarthy Memorial”
Sally Price, Realtor
Facebook page.
(352) 302-8556 cell
A memorial service will be conducted at the US Motorcycle GP at the Laguna Seca
email: pricesally@yahoo.com
Race Track, Monterey, CA later this month, at which time a marker will be placed along the
86 LORI ST INGLIS $88,000
race track in his memory. At the time of his death, Geoff was preparing his Ducati for his
Immaculate 2/2 doublewide on 2.36 ac. 11
fourth cross country motorcycle trip to work at the annual international Grand Prix where
foot wide porch wraps half way around (33
he has served as a volunteer Track Safety Marshall in recent years.
x 47 outside). Roof over and large utility
Memorials will be scheduled later this summer in Inglis and in St. Petersburg, FL
shed or workshop and 2 more out buildings.
for close friends and family. Geoff will be interred at the Sunnyside Cemetery, St. Peters-
Vinyl siding, metal roof over. Spare well &
burg, FL at the family’s gravesite.
pump, sprinkler system, and no crawl fence
w! email news to: news@thenewscaster.com
around lot. Floating wood floor, new stove,
central heat/air 2 yrs old. A must see.
Ne
Diamond Investments, Inc.
Darryl A. Diamond
Lisa VanDeBoe
Licensed Real Estate Broker
Broker/Owner
Call 352-634-0129
Real Estate Investment Consultant
Email: plantationlisa@yahoo.com
Darryl & Vicki Diamond
See all the Citrus County listings on our Website:
Auction Service
www.plantationrealtylistings.com
352-447-4442
SHORT SALE! 5BR/2BA on over 10 acres,
www.diamondhomesandland.com
close to Progress Energy. Steal at $119,900!