Archive for February 2011

The Boys & Girls Club Takes the Next Step in Healthy Living!

February 7, 2011 Education, Front Page Comments Off

The Boys & Girls Club of Tabula Rasa announces the sponsorship of the Afterschool Snack Program, a subcomponent of the Child Care Food Program. This program is designed primarily to provide nutritious snacks to children in Afterschool Programs. Snacks are available at no separate charge to the children who are members of the Boys & Girls Clubs at the following sites:

Greenville Elementary
729 SW Overstreet Ave
Greenville, FL

Madison Central School
2093 W. US Highway 90
Madison, FL

Lee Elementary
7731 E. Highway 90
Lee, FL

Pinetta Elementary
135 NE Empress Ave.
Pinetta, FL

In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 or toll free at (866) 632-9992 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

To learn more about getting involved with the Boys & Girls Club of Tabula Rasa, please visit www.helpfloridakids.com .

Boys & Girls Club of Tabula Rasa
PO Box 251
Greenville, FL 32331
www.helpfloridakids.com

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County Commission Cancelled

February 7, 2011 Front Page Comments Off

The Madison County Commission meeting set for Wednesday, Feb. 16, has been cancelled. Any special meetings will be announced.

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Miss Madison County Pageant and Tots To Tween Pageant Now Accepting Applications

February 7, 2011 Around Madison Comments Off

Now is the time to once again crown the new representatives of our community. Applications for the annual Miss Madison County Pageant are now available at Becky’s Dance Steps Studio, located at 438 E Base Street in Madison. Ages are as follows: 0-11 months, both boys and girls; 12-23 months, boys and girls; 2-3 years, boys and girls; 4-6 years, Little Miss; 7-9 years, Petite Miss; 10-12 years, Junior Miss; and13-15 years for the title of Teen Miss Madison County. Contestants who are between the ages of 16 to 24 years old will have the opportunity to compete for the coveted title of Miss Madison County, along with a chance to win scholarship money. As a way to get more young ladies involved within our community, a new category this year will be added. The title of Ms. Madison is for any lady who is married, single, divorced or with children and is at least 20 years old.
With the incredible success of last year’s Mr. and Miss Heart of Madison program, we are pleased to announce once again that anyone who wishes to participate can do so without having to enter the actual pageant. This program raised a grand total that surpassed $1,000 for our Miss Madison scholarship fund, which in return aided last year’s Miss Madison, Ashley Hollingsworth. Since this program holds such prestige, everyone who participates and completes the requirements will walk away with a beautiful crown, sash, or cape.
The pageant is set for Saturday, April 2, at Van H. Priest Auditorium. Applications may be picked up at Becky’s Dance Steps Studio. Deadline to enter is March 4, so be sure to submit applications early as spaces are limited. For more information feel free to contact Toni Blanton Norris at (850) 673-1162 or email: madisonpageants@aol.com.

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Obituary: Albert Fox

February 7, 2011 Obituaries Comments Off

Madison: Albert Fox, age 71, passed away Monday, February 7, 2011 at home in Madison.

Funeral services will be 2:00 Wednesday, February 9, 2011 at Beggs Funeral Home with burial at Mt. Olive Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, from 6 – 8 PM at Beggs Funeral Home.

He was born on August 21, 1939 in Madison where he lived all his life. He was a Truck Driver and was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church.

He is survived by 4 sons: Keith, Kevin, Ronnie and Mike Fox; 2 daughters: Connie Reaves and Sherry Fox; 2 brothers: Buddy and Johnny Fox; 5 sisters: Pauline Fender, Gussie Ryland, Sally Hall, Juanita Duke Russell and Carolyn Pinson.

Beggs Funeral Home, Madison Chapel, was in charge of arrangements.

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Obituary: Elizabeth “Beth” Hunter Sims

February 7, 2011 Obituaries Comments Off

Elizabeth “Beth” Hunter Sims, passed away on Saturday, February 5, at the age of 89.

Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, February 8, 2011, at Beggs Funeral Home, Madison. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service from 1-2 p.m. at the Funeral Home.

She was raised in Crescent City, Florida and graduated with a BS from Florida State College for Women (FSCW) and a Master’s from Florida State University (FSU). She took an active part in Madison community life, having taught Business classes in the local high school, served as Den Mother for the Cub Scouts, Troop leader for the Brownie Scouts, and president of the PTA, Woman’s Club, and Madison County Historical Society. She wrote history articles for the local Madison paper and a well-received book, The History of Madison County, Florida. She enjoyed needlework and traveling.

She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Carl A. Sims, Sr. and their six children, Guy M. Sims, Agnes S. (Page) Hite, Durlie S. Barati, Carl A. Sims, Jr., Hunter M. Sims, and Howard R. (Tatiana) Sims plus three grandchildren and a sister-in-law, Agnes S. Studstill.

Ashlyn’s Rose Petal Florist of Madison will be handling the flowers. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Madison County Foundation for Excellence in Education, Inc. (MCFEE), P. O. Box 181, Madison, Florida 32341, or to the First United Methodist Church of Madison, P. O. Box 294, Madison, Florida 32341.

Beggs Funeral Home, Madison Chapel, (850) 973-2258, was in charge of arrangements.

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Crime Stoppers: Wanted

February 7, 2011 Crime Comments Off
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Big Concert March 5 At Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park In Madison

February 7, 2011 Around Madison, Church Comments Off

LIVE MUSIC-BIG CONCERT MARCH 5, 2011 AT 7 P.M. AT YOGI BEAR CAMPING RESORT CONCERT HALL OFF OF I-10 AND HYW. 53 SOUTH IN MADISON, FLORIDA. FEATURED GROUPS ARE:

THE McCORMICK FAMILY, ALLEN DAY, AND THE BLUEGRASS GROUP-The WAYFARER’S AND KURT PITTMAN. THERE WILL BE FOOD FOR SALE, PRIZES, A LOVE OFFERING WILL BE TAKEN FOR THE GROUPS. THESE ARE LIVE BANDS OF COUNTRY, GOSPEL AND BLUEGRASS. SO IF YOU LIKE LIVE MUSIC COME OUT FOR A NIGHT OF FUN, FOOD & FELLOWSHIP. CALL ALLEN McCORMICK FOR MORE INFO. AT 850-673-9481. REMEMBER YOU CAN CAMP, FISH, AND A LOT OF OTHER THINGS TO DO AT THIS PARK.

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Florida State Gas Price Update

February 7, 2011 Editorials Comments Off

Florida, February 7- Average retail gasoline prices in Florida have risen 1.5 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.10/g yesterday. This compares with the national average that has increased 2.9 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.11/g, according to gasoline price website FloridaStateGasPrices.com.

Including the change in gas prices in Florida during the past week, prices yesterday were 44.1 cents per gallon higher than the same day one year ago and are 1.1 cents per gallon higher than a month ago. The national average has increased 5.1 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 45.4 cents per gallon higher than this day one year ago.

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