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Union County TimesUnion County Times USPS 648-200 — Lake Butler, Florida Thursday, June 14, 2012 100th Year —7th Issue — 75 CENTS

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Lake Butler Kangaroo robbed

A surveillance camera captured this image of the robber entering the store while pointing a gun at a clerk.

BY DAN HILDEBRANStarkeJournal.com editor

The Union County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a man that robbed Lake Butler’s Kangaroo

Express early Tuesday. According to the sheriff’s

office, a gunman walked into the retail outlet at the corner of Southwest 6th Street (S.R. 121)

and Southwest 6th Avenue (C.R. 231) around 3:30 a.m., pointed a silver revolver at a clerk, and then bolted out of the building seconds later.

The suspect is described as a black male, approximately 6 feet tall with a slender build. He wore a black sweatshirt with a hood, blue jeans, dark colored shoes and a mask over his face.

Deputies and Department of Corrections K-9 units conducted a citywide search of the area and tracked the suspect a short dis-tance. In addition, a video sur-veillance camera captured imag-es of the assailant. According to the sheriff’s office, investigators are looking to see if the suspect committed other crimes.

The sheriff’s office is offer-ing a reward for any information leading to the suspect of this crime. Anyone with information should contact Major Garry Seay at 386-496-2501.

UCI staff member honored at memorialBY DAN HILDEBRANStarkeJournal.com editor

The Department of Correc-tions, at a May 31 ceremony, re-membered a Union Correctional Institution behavioral specialist who died while on duty in 2011.

Kirk Cummings died from a heart attack while working at UCI March 25, 2011. He had been employed at the Raiford in-stitution since 2002.

Bereaved family members, Florida Department of Correc-tions officers and members, and other public safety professionals had gathered at Wakulla Correc-tional Institution to remember Cummings and two other men who had fallen in the course of the past year.

During the memorial ser-vice, officials also remembered 24-year-old Sergeant Ruben Thomas III, who was stabbed to death by a Columbia Correction-al Institution inmate on March 18, and Col. Greg Malloy of Holmes Correctional Institution, who died in an ambush set by a fleeing suspect.

“This memorial service is im-portant because our people are

Deputy Department of Corrections Secretary Mike Crews speaks in front of the Fallen Officers’ Memorial at Wakulla Correctional Institution.

Union County adults graduateBY TIFFANY CLARK

Times Editor

The Union County Adult Graduation ceremony was held this past Monday with 29 students receiving their diplomas.

Students included: Carma Barkman, Shante Kimble, Atavius Barnes, Thomas Kringle, Russell Bruzual, Kaila Miller, Makayla Burnham, James Peace, Douglas Cason, Aaron Smith, Michelle Christakes, Colton Smith, Thomas Christakes, Joshua Smith, Jailon Couch, Matthew Spencer, Ronnie Davis, Johnathan Stewart, Colby Douglas, Langston Sykes, Matthew Dover, Cameron Teems, Bobby Gaskins, Garrett Thornton, Joshua Gillen, Katelyn Wadley, Kimberly Jarrell, James Whitehead and Matthew Johns.

Superintendent Carlton Faulk and school board members Alvin Griffis, Curtis Clyatt, Becky Raulerson and Terra Johnson were on stage along with Barry Sams to present diplomas and to congratulate each student for their achievements.

“Quitters never win and winners never quit. You are winners,” said Griffis.

“This will open many doors for you. We are very proud,” said Faulk.

A reception was held in the cafeteria after the ceremony

Students moved their tassels at the conclusion of the adult graduation after receiving their diplomas.

where family and friends joined the graduates to celebrate.

The adult education’s faculty and staff included director Sams,

Denise Anderson, Judy Crews, Brenda Croft, Eugene Dukes, Mike Fletcher, Patsy Fortner, Dot Green, Mark Harrison, Peggy

Hollingsworth, Chris Mecusker and Cathy Sams.

important,” said DC Secretary Ken Tucker. “Dedicated does not begin to explain the men and women of the department,” add-ed Tucker during the ceremony that also honored the families of the fallen.

Deputy DC Secretary Mike Crews echoed that thought: “Not a day goes by that Secre-tary Tucker and I aren’t proud of your dedication and service to Florida,” he told the assembly of more than 500 men and women seated and standing in the bright sunshine of the final day of May.

The ceremony included speeches from Tucker, Crews and Assistant Secretary of Insti-tutions Tim Cannon as well as Wakulla CI Warden Ricky Dix-on. The names of all of those honored over the years were read. The ceremony ended with a playing of “Taps.”

“We can never repay our brothers and sisters for what they’ve given us,” said Tucker. “They kept our families safe. They exemplified bravery in their selfless actions. And they are missed. “

PRIDE sawmill burns

BY DAN HILDEBRANStarkeJournal.com editor

A corrections officer jogging past the PRIDE Enterprises for-estry products mill Monday night alerted corrections officials to a fire at the facility.

According to PRIDE Chief Administrative Officer Dee Kiminki, the blaze was intense but limited to a small portion of the mill, with is located across S.R. 16 from Union Correctional Institution.

She said the blaze started in or near an electrical control panel and because of damaged circuits, the fire has disrupted the plant’s operations.

The incident is currently under investigation, and at the time of the blaze, no one was present at the facility.

Union County fire units responded to the fire.

Pop Warner registration set

Union County Pop Warner is registering cheerleaders and football players at the Pop Warner building at the O.J. Philips Complex at RMC every Saturday from June 16 through July 28, from 9am-12pm.

Cost for cheerleaders is $150, which includes uniform, pom poms, insurance and trophy. Warm-ups and bags are optional.

Cost for football players is $150, which includes helmet rental, pad rental, jersey (with screenprint), socks, pants, chin strap and mouthpiece, insurance, referee costs and trophy. Pop Warner offers a payment plan to assist with costs.

Registration forms can be found on the website at leaguelineup/ucpw.com under 2012 Printable Forms. You may fill it out in advance and bring it to registration with you. Each child will be measured for jerseys, helmets and uniforms at sign ups this year, so please bring your child with you. Each child must have a physical. It must be filled out on the form from the website, must be dated January 1, 2012 or later and must have original doctor’s signature. Also, each child must bring their original 2011/2012 4th nine weeks report card with completed information, and their original birth certificate.

If you still have your helmet and pads from last year, return them. Pop Warner is short over half of the helmets and pads that were loaned out last year.

If you have any questions please contact a board member. The first practice will be held on August 2.

City Election Information

The City of Lake Butler will hold its city election on June 26, at the Lake Butler Community Center located at 155 NW 3rd Street in Lake Butler.

Headstart announces classes

Lake Butler Headstart has announced its new Headstart voluntary preschool program for children three and four years of age. The program offers six hours of daily Headstart services or three hours daily of VPK services. Four-year-olds can qualify for both programs.

Headstart is from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., VPK is from 2-5 p.m. for the 2012-2013 school year. For more information contact Lake Butler Headstart 386-496-2160.

All services are free of charge for eligible participating families, and include educational experiences that encourage kindergarten readiness, nutritional meals, family partnering and services for children with disabilities. Space is limited.

Pre-K screening set

FDLRS and Lake Butler Elementary School are offering free vision, hearing, speech and language screenings for three- and four-year-olds on Thursday, June 21. Call Tricia Ranard at 386-496-3047 for an appointment.

Scholarship available

Esther King Memorial Scholarship applications are now available for pickup at UCHS or the District School Board Office. Deadline for applications is June 1. Please call 386-496-3040 or 386-496-2045 extension 238 with any questions.

Sheriff, five others get an-other term

BY DAN HILDEBRANStarkeJournal.com editor

Union County Sheriff Jerry Whitehead, Property Apprais-er Bruce Dukes, Supervisor of Elections Debbie Osborne and Superintendent of Schools Carl-ton Faulk all won another four years in office after no candidates qualified to challenge them.

School Board Member Alvin Griffis and County Commission-er Karen Cossey will also serve another term after going unchal-lenged in this year’s election.

Twenty-eight local candidates are now vying for eight county and City of Lake Butler offices. The city holds its election on June 26th while the primary for county candidates will be August 14th.

Lake But-ler approves subdivision

BY DAN HILDEBRANStarkeJournal.com editor

The Lake Butler City Commis-sion Monday approved plans for the Town and Country subdivi-sion on Southeast 11th Street, east of Union County High School.

City Manager Dave Mecusker said that by approving the plans, the city was endorsing the North Florida Regional Planning Coun-cil’s green light for the project.

Richard Tillis told the com-mission that even with the ap-proval, the projects developers, Don and Carol Kelly, may not immediately move forward with improvements to the land.

“They may wish to wait,” said Tillis, “depending on the econo-my. We may have to get through an election before they are able to move forward.”

City cools to Internet proposal

BY DAN HILDEBRANStarkeJournal.com editor

Lake Butler City Attorney John Maines IV said Monday he had reservations about a proposal that would allow the North Flor-ida Broadband Authority to use the Lake Butler water tower for Internet equipment.

In May, NFBA officials asked the commission to lease space on

the tower to them. They also in-vited the city to join the authority and pitched the idea of the city getting into the broadband busi-ness.

However during Monday’s meeting, Maines told the com-mission that even though the pro-posed water tower lease extends for 99 years, the agreement does

not address the issue of Lake Butler retailing Internet services. The attorney said he would rath-er negotiate the lease and the

Internet services arrangements at one time instead of approving only the lease now.

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The county candidates that qualified June 8th are (front:) Terri Douglass, Becky Raulerson, Karen Cossey, Janet Cox Harrison, Linda Norcross, Kellie Hendricks Connell, Lisa Johnson, Debbie Osborne. (Back row:) Barry Sams, Bruce Dukes, Chris Mecusker, Jerry Whitehead, Erick Durant, Buddy Finley, Ralph Courson, Richard Tillis, Alvin Griffis, Doyle Williams, Pat Cunningham, Travis “Willie” Croft, Carlton Faulk

BY TIFFANY CLARKTimes Editor

The Lake Butler Middle School faculty and staff assembled in the school’s gymnasium to celebrate their senior student’s progress at the 8th grade graduation ceremony held on June 8.

Principal Jerry Graybeal, Assistant Principal Carolyn Parrish and class president Patrick Miller welcomed the friends and families of the graduating students, recognizing their efforts and accomplishments throughout the year.

The Pledge of Allegiance was led by class vice-president Michelle Johnson and class treasurer Shelby McDowell. class secretary Carly Shaw led the attending guests in prayer.

Guest speaker for the event was Charlotte Emerson, director

of student development and recruitment at UF’s college of agricultural and life sciences.

Special recognitions included

Middle School Awards

The Michelle Perez citizenship award was presented by the Perez family to Carly Shaw along with the American Flag flown in the school’s courtyard during the year. The flag was folded

for safe keeping in a flag display case.

perfect attendance, presidential academic awards and yearbook awards.

Other awards received

included FCAT excellence, all A’s and A/B throughout school year, all A’s throughout

Lions Club meets

The Lions Club of Lake Butler will meet on the first and third Wednesdays of every month at noon. Meetings are held at Carter’s Fried Chicken of Lake Butler, located on Main Street.

UC Historical Society seeks memorabilia

The Union County Historical Society is seeking historical items for its museum. Donations can be made every Monday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The museum is located in the Townsend Building on S.R. 100 in Lake Butler.

Upcoming Library programs set

Explore the worlds of your dreams this summer at the Union County Public Library (unless otherwise noted) each Thursday at 10 a.m. for programs the whole family can enjoy. All programs are free and open to the public.

Upcoming events include:June 14, Games large and

small., June 21, Magic Mike at LBES,June 28, Pajamarama,July 5, no program,July 12, Community Helpers,July 19, Curious Moon puppet

show at LBES,July 26, Creatures of the

Night., Aug. 2, Explore Space with

NASA, August 9, End-of-Summer

Bash.

UC Food Pantry in need of donations

The Union County Food Pantry, located at 125 E. Main St. in Lake Butler, is in need of food donations.

The pantry’s hours are 8 a.m. to noon every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Donations may be dropped off directly at the pantry, at Roberts Insurance or the Union County Times.

Healthy Start meet

The Healthy Start of North Central Florida Coalition will hold its annual meeting on Thursday, June 21, from noon to 4 p.m. at Charles Perry Partners Inc. located at 8200 NW 15th Place in Gainesville. For more information contact Heather Hollingsworth at 352-313-6500 ext. 119.

V.B.S. at Grace Christian

Vacation bible school at Grace Christian Fellowship of Worthington Springs will be on Wednesdays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. for six weeks beginning June 13 and ending on July 18. For more Information call 386-496-2859 or visit www.gcfbc.org.

County candidates qualify

According to the U.S. Ce-sus, from 1990 to 2009, Worthington Springs’ popula-tion grew from 178 to 196.

8th grade students Shelbe Hernandez, Maranda Stewart and Ashlynn Vaughn are excited about their upcoming summer.

They look forward to returning as freshman in the new school year.

school career, Daughters of the American Revolution awards for citizenship (male and female) and scholarship in American History, Woodmen of the World civic award, the Michelle Perez citizenship award and top tigers.

The Michelle Perez citizenship award was presented by the Perez family to Shaw along with the American Flag flown in the school’s courtyard during the year. The flag was folded for safe keeping in a flag display case.

All the students were released from the gymnasium to gather on the front lawn for pictures and greetings from friends and

family.As each student exited they

received a DVD and placemat as a souvenir of their experiences in the middle school and in the 8th grade.

The first vacation bible school was started in Hopedale, Ill. by Sunday school teacher D.T. Miles in 1894.

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Cross-Country “Ride for Heroes” visit Lake Butler

BY TIFFANY CLARKTimes Editor

A cross-country ride began on June 10, in St. Augustine, for a team of four trike riders who plan to peddle their way across the states, ending in California. The team visited Lake Butler this past Monday, just a day after their trip began. Upon arrival, they were escorted into town by the Union County Sheriff’s Office to the field adjacent to city hall. The team’s 37ft RV was set up for a good night’s rest before beginning the next day of the journey.

The driver of the RV, Alana Grigsby, was hard at work helping to make dinner for the team which was exhausted after the long day’s ride.

The purpose of the trip is to raise money for and awareness of the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund. The final destination is the Marine Base Camp Pendleton’s Del Mar Beach. The projected arrival is on Aug 10.

The ride team’s members include riders Dennis McLaughlin, John Gerlaugh, Troy McLehaney and Ben Maenza. Barb Christie and Donna Gerlaugh make up the support team.

McLaughlin is a graduate of Texas A&M University, the son of a Marine, and owner of McLaughlin Erectors, Inc. a skylight installation and repair company in Texas. McLaughlin said, “For me, this trip is about demonstrating the kind of sacrifice these young Americans made to this nation. They left the security and comfort of their lives to give back to the ever-threatened bank account of freedom.” McLaughlin resides in Friendswood, Texas.

John Gerlaugh Is

McLaughlin’s brother-in-law and is an assistant professor of National Security Studies at the National Defense University, Ft McNair, Washington, DC and lives in Manassas, Virginia. A Marine Corps officer at the outset of his career, he has worked for the Department of Defense in a number of capacities since then. Gerlaugh completed tours in both Iraq (as a stability advisor), and Afghanistan (as a political officer).

“It’s my hope through this ride to draw attention to our wounded men and women, and help these terrific Americans who’ve had their lives changed forever while pursuing something greater than themselves; the security of our home,” said Gerlaugh.

McLehaney lives in League City, Texas. He served five years in the Marine Corps with the 2d Marine Aviation Wing at Cherry Point, NC, and is a veteran of both Desert Storm and Desert Shield. Following his Marine Corps service, McLehaney returned to Beaumont where he continued to serve and protect, this time as a police officer. McLehaney now owns and operates a number of bail bond companies in Texas.

“I’m excited to be a part of this project,” he said. “Our efforts on this ride pale in comparison to the conditions these selfless Americans have endured for us. It’s our way of expressing our gratitude, and highlighting the continuing needs of our wounded warriors.”

Maenza is a medically retired Marine Corps Lance Corporal combat engineer, previously attached to 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division, serving in Afghanistan. He is a direct beneficiary of the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund but his injuries have not dimmed his spirit. Maenza and thousands like him are said to embody the reason for the ride.

Cross-country Ride for Heroes visits Lake Butler

The riders will make their way from Florida to California on a 62 day trip through small towns, rough terrain, remote desert areas and more to promote their cause.

Troy McLehaney, Alana Grigsby, Ben Maenza, Dennis McLaughlin, Barb Christie and John Gerlaugh visit Lake Butler while on their cross-country trip to raise funds for the Injured Marine

Semper Fi Fund.

“I’m very excited to be able to participate in this ride,” he said. “My goal is to motivate people and let them know that, even when they’re faced with tragedies in their lives, determination and a positive attitude can overcome any obstacle.”

From Brentwood, Tennessee, Maenza will further his education at Lipscomb University in Nashville this fall. He also just completed the Boston Marathon.

Christie is a retired Air Force officer and a Marine Corps widow. Since her husband’s death, Christie has worked

with a number of Marine Corps and other military-related non-profits, including the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors and the National Museum of the Marine Corps. Christie will handle Public and Media Relations during the Ride.

“It’s exciting to put my administrative experience and organizational skills to work in such a wonderfully worthy cause, and I’m humbled to be a part of this project,” said Christie who lives in Charlotte, NC.

Donna Gerlaugh is retired Marine Corps officer and is

John’s wife. She serves as the facebook webmaster, graphic artist, corporate sponsor coordinator, liaison with the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund support staff, and Gal Friday.

“I’m very honored to be involved with the next greatest generation of Marines. They are the giants of our time, the very best examples of our nation’s citizenry,” said Gerlaugh.

JROTC participates in state drill meet BY SAMANTHA BARRICK

UCHS StudentUnion County High School’s

JROTC (Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps) recently traveled to Lakeland to compete in the Army JROTC State Drill Meet Championship. This was the last event for the group in the 2011/2012 school year.

The competition had 96 schools from all over Florida competing. Seven different UCHS teams qualified for State;

male mix armed, female armed, male exhibition squad, male exhibition dual and individual, female unarmed and female color guard. This was the most teams UCHS has ever had qualify for State.

“We are very proud of our JROTC special teams this year. This was the most committed group we have ever had,” said Senior Army JROTC Instructor Col. Kevin Steverson.

At the end of the competition there was a knockout drill, which is where cadets are in a mass formation and given multiple facing movements while being critiqued. There were three cadets from UCHS who performed in this drill. Chase Williams placed tenth.

“It felt really good and also nerve racking, but I got to bring something home, and it felt great to be representing Union County,” said Williams.

Band earned superior ratings, travelled to Atlanta

BY SCARLETT MINESUCHS Student

After an incredible marching season of performances and

superior ratings, the UCHS band moved forward to compete during the concert season.

The band participated at the district level receiving straight superior ratings by the adjudication panel. The group also attended the State Music Performance Assessment held at Florida State University during May.

Other competitions included attending the Atlanta Symphony Hall where band members had the privilege of attending a concert by the Professional Symphony and Chorus.

“I think, at first, the kids were

a bit intimidated by the stage,” said band director Kelly Dorsey. “It was a huge venue that was built specifically for the Atlanta Symphony. However, once they got on stage and began their performance, they settled in nicely. Our kids enjoyed a truly great experience that most people will never have. We were all so honored to perform in that hall.”

Band members also had the opportunity to meet Elliot Del Borgo, the composer of one of the performance pieces, “Adagio

for Winds.” They spent thirty minutes with the composer listening to his thoughts on their performance, asking questions and getting his autograph.

The band returned home with superior ratings. During their trip, students also enjoyed visiting the Coca-Cola factory, Stars and Strikes Bowling and Arcade, The Georgia Aquarium, exploring Stone Mountain Park, touring the CNN studio, and eating at the Hard Rock Café.

“This was an educational trip

Fast fact: There are almost 7,000 registered voters in Union County.

Chase Williams placed 10th at the JROTC State Drill

meet.

these kids will never forget. Plus we were able to have some extra

fun together before we came home,” said Dorsey.

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Red Cross teaches safety to Tiny Tigers

BY SANTOS RODRIGUEZUCHS Student

The Regional American Red Cross Planning Manager, Bill Dion, made a special visit to Lake Butler Elementary recently. Dion’s objective was to inform and influence positive actions that could save a child’s life in a storm, while swimming, or in an emergency.

Drowning is the second leading cause of death in Florida for children under 16. This program was initiated because of those statistics.

The program included a presentation using multi-media technology and tangible aids such as life jackets, flashlights, batteries, packaged goods, toilet paper and more.

While this event was Dion’s first school oriented presentation, the feedback was positive and the results could be life saving.

“If we can save one child’s life, then we’ve done our job,” said Dion, as he presented the ‘Be Cool, Follow the Rules’ program to Pre-K-4th graders in the LBES cafeteria.

The American Red Cross helps prepare communities for emergencies and to attempts to help keep people safe every day. Christie Perez, Lake Butler Elementary School’s Assistant Principal said, “It’s extremely important and vital to our youth. The program provides our kids with the necessary tools they would need in case of a true emergency and can help them find safety. Here, especially in

the State of Florida, water has claimed many lives; hopefully, this can be prevented,” said Perez.

Kindergarten teacher Denise Crawford said, “Programs like these provide a break in the routine. This program allows the students to experience something out of the classroom and with their peers that is beneficial to their education.”

Each student was sent home with a safety plan form. Dion thanked LBES faculty and staff for the opportunity to share the information.

Seniors celebrate in OralndoBY SAMANTHA BARRICK AND DOREAN SIRMONES

UCHS studentsUnion County High’s senior

class recently visited Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure in Orlando for their end-of-the-year class trip.

The students were given access to both parks and were joined by many other schools from all over Florida. All throughout the park students were dancing and celebrating on the sidewalks. Everywhere you turned there were things being sold representing the class of 2012, from blinking colorful glasses to refillable grad bash cups.

Grads had the opportunity to ride on roller coasters and enjoy concerts and entertainment by the famous artist Pitbull.

“It was crazy and I had a lot of

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Third grade student Aiden McRannolds flung his pie at Assistant Principal Christie Perez while the others laughed and cheered. (l-r) Rhonda Willingham, Tricia Dukes, Pam Thomas,

AP Christie Perez and Principal Stacey Rimes.

The pie really flies as third grade student Katy White plants one on Mark Harrison’s face while teachers Mark Rapp (right) and Brenda Lovelace (left) watch. Other students

(pictured l-r) are Caroline Fillyaw, Hannah Perron, Aiden McRannolds and Jared Philbrick.

Earlier this month, a total of 11 third grade students at Lake

Butler Elementary School were given the opportunity

to “pie” a teacher or administrator of their choice as a result of each student

scoring a level 5 on both the reading and the math portions

of the FCAT. Pictured in the top photo (l-r) are the teachers/victims, Mark

Harrison, Brenda Lovelace, Pam Thomas, Denise Ricks,

Principal Stacey Rimes, Assistant Principal Christie

Perez, and Jason Griffis. Students pictured (l-r) are Hannah Perron, Caroline

Fillyaw, Noah Tallman, Elaine Odom, Hayden Johnson,

Braxton Dukes, Lili Hart, Katy White, Aiden McRannolds, Jared Philbrick and Mark

Seager.Photos by Tammy Wilkerson

Top FCAT scorers throw pies

fun,” said senior Ashley Regar. Students were seen jumping up

and down, recording, snapping pictures, and screaming their lungs out.

There were many rides to go on. Many of the rides had a long waiting period but in the end they were thrilling and adrenaline-pumping. One of the most popular rides talked about was the Incredible Hulk rollercoaster, which had a 75 to 120 minute wait.

Although there were many rules and guidelines that the students and chaperones had to follow, the group had a wonderful time celebrating and having fun with their classmates, not only from their school but from others as well.

“Grad Bash was such a great experience, I really enjoyed myself,” said senior Royyell Stephens.

Senior Citizen program set

An activities program has been set for senior citizens

A Big Bass Fishing Tournament will be held at safe light on Lake Butler with a $1,000 grand prize and additional cash prizes.

Registration begins at 3:30 a.m. at the boat ramp. The entry fee is $40 per boat. Entrants must be 18 years and older or accompanied by an adult. A valid Florida fishing license is required. Weigh-in begins at 11am.

There will be an antique car show from 9-12 p.m, a one mile family fun run at 7:00 a.m. and a 5K run 8:00 a.m. Register at

house, Rick’s Train Rides and more.

For more information call 954-650-7016, 352-745-6240 or butlertown@gmail.com. The Lake Butler Rotary sponsors this event.

Recruiting seminar at UCHS

A professional college recruiter will hold a free seminar on Tuesday, June 19, at 6:30 p.m. at the UCHS Auditorium. It will be for all sports, middle and high school. The seminar is for

players and parents.

Medicare/Medicaid counseling set

SHINE sponsors free Medicare and Medicaid counseling on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month from 2-4 p.m. at the Union County Health Department, 495 E. Main St. in Lake Butler.

SHINE counselors assist seniors and persons with disabilities to understand health insurance choices, apply for assistance and file appeals.

SHINE does not sell insurance or represent any insurance entity. For information or to learn about volunteering for SHINE, please call the ELDER HELPLINE at 1-800-963-5337.

Substitute teacher orientation

The Union County School Board will hold substitute teacher orientation on July 23 for returning substitutes from 9 a.m. to noon and on July 24 for new substitutes from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The training will take place in the adult education building. Substitute teachers must have a high school diploma or GED. Applicants who complete training must pay a $54.50 fee for fingerprinting. Call Pam Pittman at the Union County Schools personnel office, 386-496-2045 for more information

Thornton, Griffis, Sapp and Finley reunion set

The Thornton, Griffis, Sapp and Finley families will hold their reunion at Lake Butler Community Center on Saturday, June 16 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Organizers asks attending guests to bring a dessert and one vegetable dish, etc. Meat will be furnished.

Library meeting cancelled

The meeting of the governing board of the New River Public Library Cooperative scheduled for today, June 14, has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting will be held on Thursday, Sept. 13.

100-year celebration for Women’s club

The Union County Historical Society will meet on Monday, June 25, at 7 p.m. to celebrate a 100 years of history for the Lake Butler Women’s Club. Ann Hendricks, along with several members of the club will reminisce on the events and activities the Women’s Club has accomplished. The historical Museum is located at 410 West Main Street in Lake Butler.

Amazing Acres auctioning SUV

Amazing Acres is auctioning a 2001 Toyota Sequoia with 153,350 miles. The opening bid is $4,000 and bidders may submit their bids to amazingacres@yahoo.com, 7913 SW 58th Trail, Lake Butler, FL. 32054, 386-623-1527. The winner will be announced June 30.

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Street.Other events and entertainment

include karaoke and music from noon to dusk, games, a bounce

at the Worthington Springs community center on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. A variety of games are available. Meals are also available to help raise funds.

4th of July celebration set

The annual 4th of July celebration at Lakeside Park will be Wednesday, July 4, with several events and fireworks at dusk.

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Football camp July 13

Union County High School will be hosting its 2nd Annual CJ Spiller & Gerard Warren Kids Football Camp July 13th at the football stadium. Camp is free for boys and girls ages 5-17. Registration forms are available at the school’s front office from 8:30-4:30, Monday-Thursday. Registration forms will be turned in on the day of the event. A lunch and t-Shirt will be provided for each registered camper. For more information call 386-496-3040.

Golf tournament

The Union County football program will host its third annual golf tournament July 27 at the Starke Golf and Country Club. Tee time is 8 a.m. and lunch will be provided. For more information contact Matthew Elixson at 386-275-8697.

First Christian VBS

First Christian Church will hold a Vacation Bible School form 6 p.m. to 8p.m. June 24-28.

First United Methodist VBS

First United Methodist Church will hold its vacation bible school – June 27-28 from 9 a.m. to noon. The theme is Operation Overboard. Join Ocho the octo-pus in exploring Jesus and the Bible stories in an underwater world. The program begins at 9 with a morning full of activities, entertainment, and fun. Class-

BY TIFFANY CLARKTimes Editor

Lake Butler Elementary held a talent show for students to celebrate the last day of school. Mark Harrison, who kept the students cheering in between each talent act, led this performance held on June 8.

Faculty and staff performed several different acts including a dance to the lazy song by Bruno Mars with all the dancers wearing pajamas. The ugliest man in the world skit featured teachers falling to the ground after looking at a masked character. First grade teacher Brooke Barber was the last to look under the mask. To the crowd’s surprise, the masked fellow fainted rather than the teacher. Barber claimed her victory.

The fourth grade recorder ensemble played songs for the assembly led my music teacher Pam Carter.

Other performances included the gossiping girls who had plenty to sing about concerning everyone, and more.

A video was played for the students of the teachers and staff sneaking behind others dancing to the Happy dance and the fourth grade slideshow.

Afterwards, the students danced in celebration of their last day.

The fourth grade recorder ensemble performed at the talent show under the direction of music teacher Pam Carter.

Students cheered and danced at the end of the LBES teacher talent show in celebration of their last day of school.

Elementary school celebrates last day with talent show

es will be available for all ages. Come join us, we look forward to sharing Christ’s love with you.

Lake Butler special meet-ing

The city of Lake Butler will hold a special meeting Wednes-day, June 27 at 11 a.m. to orga-nize and elected officers. The meeting will occur the day after city elections for two commis-sion seats.

City asks retail-ers not to sell flavored tobac-co

The city commission approved a reosolution urging retailers not to sell candy- flavored tobac-co. Health Department Director Winnie Holland recommended the action.

Last week’s Tiger Cubs

Colton Cox, Lily Thomas, Jace Bielling, Auntrell Ross, Sariah Thomas, Martin Rojas-Lopez, Emily Wilson, Ana Vasquez-Perez, Carson Boyette, Jaheim Henderson and Kaitlyn Gainey.

Hannah Perron scored a level 5 on both reading and math on the FCAT and also had a perfect score in both subjects. For her hard work, Box Tops for Education funds will sponsor her FCAT reward field trip to Wild Adventures.

“Stand In Line” teacher request day will be held on Monday, June 25.

Little Rainbow graduates 70Around 70 preschool stu-dents climbed onto the Union County High School Stage to sing out the year as Little Rainbow’s Learn-ing Center promoted its student body. Layla Barber

and Nadia Norman started the ceremony with a wel-come and pledge. Then Brandon Adams, (pictured right) led the assembly in prayer. Each class deliv-ered a song before some

students recited bible vers-es and the graduates re-ceived their diplomas. Kim Baily is the director and owner of Little Rainbow’s Learning Center.