The Newscaster/Nature Coast News
PAGE 11 - September 21, 2011
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A Guest Commentary by Yankeetown Mayor Dawn Clary
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Money, Money, Money- The final hearing on the 2011-12 budget will be on Sep-
352-388-1668. You must leave your name and phone number for verification.The limit is 400 words, no
tember 26th at the Lion’s Club, 6:00 pm. For the General Fund budget, the Council is
exceptions. For more information see page 2.
proposing a 5% decrease of the roll back rate of 2.6742 for a final millage rate proposal of
Lettter to the Editor:
2.5405. Copies of the proposed budget are available at the hall. Unfortunately, the water
Re: V.A. Hospital in Gainesville, Florida refuse follow up treatment”
budget, which is a separate budget, is now in need of an increase in income. The Council
I was introduced to the V.A. government hospital by what I thought was a friend,
will consider an increase in rates at the October 3rd meeting. Income from water sales this
some 30 or so years ago, with a pinched nerve in my neck that at times would paralyze my
year have been insufficient to cover the costs of running the plant, many of the costs are
right shoulder and arm. It still bothers me - get the picture? In 2009, the motor vehicle de-
fixed. Much of the problem, I think, is due to the economy, as many of our citizens may
partment found my eyes were bad - no driver’s license. I went to V.A. for cataract operation.
not be able to winter in Yankeetown as they have in the past when times were better. The
Yes, these people were good. They found from my FEW medical records I had a “phobia”
economy also may impact our weekender population. If you subtract the garbage charge
pertaining to needles, so they sent me 4 pills - 2 at bedtime and 2 the following morning of
from your bill, I think you will see that the water is still a good deal especially considering
the operation. What a fine group of professionals. “Thank you so much.”
the area we live in and what it takes to provide water that meets all the safety standards,
Now comes the flip side of hell. On the 8th of Oct. 2010, I was bitten by a “brown
which we do. For proposed rates, check the town’s website, the back of your last water bill,
recluse spider.” No pain from bite, but pain started in an hour or so. I called V.A. nurse and
or call the hall.
was told to get to hospital immediately. The bite area was turning “black.” Upon arrival,
Basketball - The basketball court is getting closer to done. As of this writing the
operation was performed. At this time I thought “nothing to it,” I will be going home in a
asphalt base is installed and the fence is up but it still needed the finishing top layer and goal
few minutes. I was put in I.C.U. I would be in I.C.U. for approximately a week, sent home
post. When the actually opening of the court will be isn’t certain but should be soon. Again,
directly from I.C.U., pass out within a few hours, and back in I.C.U.
this is compliments of Levy County Commissioner Marsha Drew who made this possible
My skin turned “red,” kidneys stopped functioning, causing the most pain I have
through monies budgeted for recreational equipment at our end of the county.
ever had. Twice, they tried to insert a foley to drain kidneys, then a doctore was sent in, and
Celebration - Mark you calendars for October 11th at noon. The 1000 Friends
he was successful. Then my heart was shutting down. When this problem was found, it (the
of Florida is presenting Yankeetown with the 2011 Better Community Award. This is an
heart) was at 31 beats per minute. I was sent from I.C.U., 4 or 5 times, and passing out each
annual award “for plans that have been implemented and projects that are completed that
time I was sent home - one time in a store - one time riding my bicycle, the rest at home. I
use the principles of smart growth to create livable, vital environments.” In their words
was told over and over “if anything happens call 911 or go to the hospital.”
“Yankeetown is being recognized for using comprehensive planning and other planning
It is my contention that my heart was causing me to pass out. I had, each time, the
tools to protect the community’s unique coastal small town character and scenic natural
strangest feeling for about two seconds, and I would be out before I would hit the floor.
beauty.” For the presentation we are planning a hot dog cookout here at the hall pavilion
The last time, I passed our at home, and the second time an ambulance was called.
in the playground. Good Night and Good Luck
I told driver to take me to V.A. in Gainesville. He spoke no words and went from the rear
of ambulance to front (made call) came back - I repeated my destination and he then stated
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“there is not enough time.” Two days later, I was told I was at Munroe Medical Center in
Ocala. I was at Munroe - for 7 days. While at Munroe, the VA had Munroe run some 19-plus
“THE BIG ONE” Fishing Tournament
tests on me for them.
Saturday, September 24, 2011
While at the VA hospital, the one thing that disturbed me the most were their damn
needles drawing blood. One of the attending physicians, Vijay Prabhakaran had words on
Based Out of CAPTAINS COVE OUTFITTERS
this subject - it was obvious he did not see my phobia, nor did he care. Then I was told my
30 W. Hwy. 40, Inglis FL 34449
trip to Munroe was not an emergency, denied my claim, so why was I in Munroe and why
For Additional Information: Contact Lee Wells at (352) 302-9336
did VA have Munroe doing tests THEY should have been doing?
ENTRY FEE: $50 for Boat & 2 Anglers • $25 Per Additional Angler
I have informed most parties legal action will be taken.
CATEGORIES:
Hugh L. Hall,Dunnellon
HEAVIEST RED - $1,000
R&M
HEAVIEST LEGAL BAG - $1,000
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS
TROPHIES • COOK-OUT • 50/50 DRAWING
Rebuilt - Repaired - Resealed
WEIGH-IN: Captains Cove Outfitters by 4:30 pm NO EXCEPTIONS
Complete Auto Repairs
All Fish Must be Caught on Hook & Line • Any Bait May be Used
A/C - Brakes - Front End - Exhaust - TuneUps
IGFA Rules Apply
BOUNDARIES: Chassahowitzka to Cedar Key
Computer Diagnostics
ENTRIES Accepted by Mail through Wed., Sept. 21
Oil Changes While You Wait
May Enter at Captains Cove Outfitters through day of Tournament at 9:00 a.m.
4X4’s - RV’s - Trucks - Autos
Non-Mandatory Captains Meeting:
Free Estimates
Foreign & Domestic
Captains Cove Outfitters,
352-447-0704
Friday, Sept. 23, 6:30 pm
Visa - Mastercard - Discover
Captains Cove Outfitters
Accepted
Fax Line 447-6040
39 W. Highway 40 • Inglis, FL
(352) 447-5610 Store
Buddy & Fred's Hardware
42 Hwy 19 N. - Inglis,FL - 352-447-2600 Est. 1983
Snoozals,Moozles Buy 5 Get 1 Free
Captains Cove Outfitters
Todd Sumlin
Maid in the USA
39 W. Highway 40 -  Inglis, Florida
Plant Manager
(352) 447-5610, 283-0492 or 283-0493
Light House Work to Deep Cleaning
www.CaptainsCoveOutfitters.com
Weekly, Monthly or
Bait • Ice • Tackle
INGLIS QUARRY
Just Once in a While
10880 U.S. Hwy 19 S.
Authorized Heritage Kayak Dealer
Phone (352)447-2209
(352) 447-3230
P.O. Box 519
Clean Family Friendly Atmosphere
Fax (352)447-0218
Inglis, FL. 34449
(352) 446-6823
All Rods & Reels New w/Mfg. Warranty
References Available
21 lbs. of ICE FREE w/purchase of 100 Shrimp!