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Inglis Hires Dixon For
Fall Equinox at Wilderness Circle Sunday, September 21
Permanent Chief’s Job
Free gathering in the spirit of native American traditions. Indian blood not required,
just the Indian heart. A ceremonial entry into the Wilderness Circle will occur and prayers
alism to the Inglis Police
will be offered. The Girl Scouts will raise the colors. (flags). Mackie Sanford of Chero-
At the Town of Inglis Regular Com-
Department that has had
kee descent is in charge and will lead the entry. This will be followed by a pot luck lunch.
mission Meeting on September 9, 2008 act-
it's troubles over the past
Afternoon music, songs, flutes, guitars and drums. The equinox is when the day and night
ing Inglis Police Chief Steve Dixon was
several years.
are equal in length. The Fall Equinox marks the time when the days will grow shorter. Call
given full support of the commission to as-
Dixon's past
Betty Berger for location 352-447-2736 or e mail bberger@bellsouth.net
sume the permanent full time position of
experience of 28 years
Chief of Police effective October 1, 2008
VFW Men’S Auxiliary Annual Fishing Tournament
with Miami Dade law en-
at a salary of $37,000.
Benefiting local Disable Veterans and Haven Hospice of levy county. There is a
forcement was brought
Commissioner Edward Michaels,
fun time fishing tournament scheduled for September 27th 2008 headquartered at
up adding to the positive
liaison to the police department said that
Yankeetown Marina and hosted by VFW Men’s Auxiliary. Registration money will be allo-
qualifications this prior           Steve Dixon
Dixon was very easy to work with, commu-
cated to 9 cash prizes each for the biggest spotted sea trout, biggest redfish, redfish with
Inglis Police Chief has
nicate with and he has done a very good job
the most spots, largest Spanish mackerel, and largest flounder. Based on an 80-boat entrée,
that citizens said made him good for the job
giving us a real police department with 24/7
cash prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners of biggest redfish and trout.
in this small but growing town.
coverage. With this said Michaels made the
Redfish with the most spots, largest Spanish mackerel, and largest flounder will win $50.
Most everyone used the word pro-
motion for the full time hire of Dixon. Full
There will be 100% pay out of all entry money.
fessional to describe Dixon and the change
support from the commissioners and citi-
The entry fee for the event is $75 per boat prior to or on September 26th and
for the better already seen in the Inglis Po-
zens in the audience followed suit with great
$100 per boat after September 26th. This fee includes 2 anglers: each extra angler must
lice Department.
comments about Dixon bringing profession-
pay a fee of $25. Registration is open until tournament starts on Saturday morning. A
Habitat Workday Scheduled For Sat. 9/20/08
highly recommended captains meeting will be held at the VFW post 8698 , 520 hwy 40
Habitat for Humanity is building our first home in the Tri-County area, outside of
east about 1 mile east of light in Inglis at 6:00 Friday September 26th 2008. The Calcutta
Old Town & we would love your help! If you’re interested in building, call 463-7207. We
will immediately follow the captains meeting. Registration forms may be obtained at the
can use your help in other ways also. We’d love to have you involved! Habitat is a non-
VFW post in Inglis, the Yankeetown Marina, and the Yankeetown General Store in
demoninational Christian ministry helping your neighbors & friends. Thanks & God Bless!!
Yankeetown, Hook Line and Sinker, and Gobblers Eatery.
Any questions call Gigi 352-463-7207 or email djdaube@gatorworks.com.
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New President Takes Reign at Y-I Woman's Club
The first meeting of the year, was the last, for the club's past president Eleanor Berke-
ley. For 2 years, Eleanor has led the ladies of the club as their leader through numerous
Gilley-Long-Osteen VFW Post 8698
Post
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chili-cook-offs, soup-a-thons, bake sales and projects. Standing at the podium each month,
Eleanor encouraged members to volunteer their time, leading the way by her own example
520 Hwy. 40E • Inglis • 447-3495
Hwy.
of endless devotion to the club and it's philanthropies. With great pride for her club, Eleanor
passed the gavel to Marty Hilliard to serve as the club's president.
Marty, along with the other elected officers were inducted by Nancy Lou Miller. Con-
tinuing to serve in their positions are Leslie Dasch, as First Vice President, Lori Moree, as
Second Vice President, Elizabeth Weimer, as Secretary, and Sue Mazzuca, as Treasurer.
POW-MIA Recognition Ceremony Dinner
Saturday • September 20 • 4:00-7:00 pm
Beef Manhattan served with Mashed Potatoes, Gravy & Corn
$6 Donation
The Public is Welcome
Dine-In or Take-Out
Call Ahead for Take-Out Orders 447-3495
EL Ranchito
Mexican Restaurant
The Best Mexican Cuisine South of the Border!
445 N.E. 1st Terrace, Crystal River
Open 7 Days
Crystal Terrace Shopping Center
Yes, we have
Lunch & Dinner
North of Big Lots & East of Post Office
Beer & Wine!
Served
Monday-Thursday: 11am-2pm & 5-9pm Friday: 11am-2pm & 5-10pm
Yankeetown Mayor, Dawn Clary, (left) brought with her the town's annual donation to assist the club
Saturday: Open All Day-Noon-10pm  Sunday: Open All Day-Noon-9pm
with its responsibilities to maintain and insure the Yankeetown Library. During her visit, Mayor Clary
shared her appreciation for the Club's continued efforts to support such a worthy cause as the Library.
Dine-In or Take-Out
352-795-5251
Donations, like the one from the Town of Yankeetown, are greatly appreciated.Mayor Clary is shown
here with past president Eleanor Berkeley.
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