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Friday, January 27, 2012
Fifth Generation Farms hosts U.S. Agriculture Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan
Fifth Generation Farms hosts U.S. Agriculture Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan
United States Agriculture Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan (center) is welcomed to Fifth Generation Farms by members of the Dicks Family (from left): Abigail, Haley, Delvey, Cindy, Brady and Matt Dicks. Representatives from the U.S.D.A, and the Florida Department of Agriculture joined a ceremony promoting 'Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food' and other programs supporting family farms. (LakeCityJournal.com photo)


Lake City radiologist interviewed on 'Anderson' about her relationship with Joran van der Sloot
'I was grieving for Joran,' says Dr, Mary Hamer on the TV program, 'Anderson.' (Telepixtv photo)

'I was grieving for Joran,' says Dr, Mary Hamer on the TV program, 'Anderson.' (Telepixtv photo)

Dr. Mary Hamer of Lake City will be interviewed by Anderson Cooper on "Anderson," Friday and will discuss her relationship with Joran van der Sloot.

"Anderson" is aired in North Florida on the NBC affiliate, WTLV Channel 12 at 3 p.m.

Although van der Sloot pled guilty to the murder of 21-year-old Stephany Flores in Peru, Dr. Hamer believes he is innocent.



Thursday, January 26, 2012
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News
Rupert's Bakery wins Chili Contest, event raises $200 for Relay for Life

Lake City volunteers raised more than$200 for Relay for Life in just a few hours at the Lake DeSoto Farmers Market January 21.

The winner of the Chili Cook Off was Rupert’s Bakery, located in the heart of downtown Lake City. Rupert’s was one of eight local contestants that made chili, not only for the contest, but to sell to raise funds for the Relay for Life event that will be held in April at Columbia County High School.

Relay for Life volunteers joined local cooks in the 1st Annual Chili Cook Off at the Lake DeSoto Farmers Market.



Thursday, January 26, 2012
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Florida Parks nearly doubled attendance in December, area parks generated $22.5 million in 2011

TALLAHASSEE - The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) Florida Park Service marked record-breaking attendance for December 2011, serving nearly 1.5 million visitors in Florida’s 160 state parks.

This is the most December visitors ever recorded.

Seven state parks in this area attracted 456,315 visitors, with an economic impact of $22,551,280, the DEP reports.

Ichetucknee Springs topped the list with 204,586 visitors, generating $9,366,164.



Thursday, January 26, 2012
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Author says community action can do more to solve Florida's water crisis than government regulations or legal battles

Half of Florida was submerged when it became a state in 1854 and it gets more rainfall than all but one other state, said Cynthia Barnett. We have drained 9 million acres of wetlands and now we are running out of water.

Speaking to a full house at the Columbia County Public Library, the noted author of Mirage and Blue Revolution described some of the issues facing Suwannee Valley, the state of Florida, most of America and many nations around the world.

Water is our most precious resource, but it is being squandered, while politicians and industry demand more than we have.



Tuesday, January 24, 2012
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Twelve local governments and counties join Columbia County to form Florida Leaders Organized for Water

A dozen representatives from counties and communities in North Central Florida started the process of becoming a working group that will fight for local water rights. The meeting was in the Columbia County School Board Administrative Complex.

What started as an informal tri-county group a month ago tentatively adopted a name, FLOW (Florida Leaders Organized for Water), although a last-second suggestion would have added North to make it NoFLOW. A vote on the name, and any new suggestions, will be taken at the next meeting.

At the suggestion of the facilitator, Columbia County Manager Dale Williams, the group will organize under an inter-local agreement, to be drafted by Columbia County Attorney Marlin Feagle.



Monday, January 23, 2012
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U.S. Post Office increases first-class rates a penny to 45 cents, adds Express Mail Flat Rate Box

First class postage now costs a penny more to mail letters in the United States. The change was effective on Sunday and the U.S. Post Office will be selling Forever stamps that do not have the cost printed on them.

Forever stamps, including ones that were purchased earlier at a lower price, will always be good for first-class postage.

This is the first price change for first-class mail stamps in more than two and a half years.



Monday, January 23, 2012
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Diary of a Shelter Dog - A Cat Can Be A Dog's Best Friend

When I first moved in with my new family I saw a lot of things at eye level. Shoes, legs, my toys... Ava.

Then one day I looked way up high and discovered the most amazing animal I have ever known. Baxter the Cat.

Baxter the Cat is not trapped on the ground like other animals. In one leap he can jump from the desk to the top of the bookshelf where he can see everything in the world. He can even see OUTSIDE through the window. I want to learn how to do that!



Saturday, January 21, 2012
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There are special rewards for those who share their talents and the joy of gardening with children

Involving children in your garden activities can be rewarding for you and for them.

Older adults often appreciate the ability of children to bend and work at ground level. Children may have more strength and stamina that the elderly.

On the other hand, adults can tap into their experiences to teach children lessons of life as illustrated in the natural setting of the garden. Children open up doors of learning and entertainment for the adult as well as the child explores new things and notices things we long ago stopped observing.



Saturday, January 21, 2012
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Local News Briefs
White Springs man arrested for theft of scrap metal


Thursday, January 26, 2012
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U.S. Deputy Secretary of Agriculture to visit Fifth Generation Market in Lake City


Tuesday, January 24, 2012
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Presidential Candidate Rick Santorum cancels visit to Lake City


Tuesday, January 24, 2012
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Greater Lake City CDC hosts annual dinner February 25


Wednesday, January 18, 2012
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CCFD Auxiliary cookbooks for sale


Tuesday, December 27, 2011
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Sheriff Candidate Rudolph Davis sets meetings


Friday, January 13, 2012
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Zumba party to benefit Habit for Humanity


Wednesday, January 18, 2012
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I-10 ramp closure rescheduled for Thursday night


Wednesday, January 25, 2012
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Community Comments
Social Security Questions and Answers


Sunday, January 22, 2012
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February 2012 Lake City Community Blood Drive Schedule


Thursday, January 26, 2012
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Florida gasoline prices up 2.8 cents a gallon


Monday, January 23, 2012
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Would you like a cause?


Sunday, January 22, 2012
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FDOT Road and Lane Closures for January 21 to January 27

Daytime lane closures on Branford Highway, I-75, I-10, S.R. 247, U.S. 41, U.S. 41/441, U.S. 90.

For information on road conditions click here: FHP Current Traffic Report.



Friday, January 20, 2012
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Linguistic economy gives us 'harshing,' 'weirding' and 'geeking'


Monday, January 09, 2012
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Social Security retirement and Medicare benefits online in Spanish


Thursday, December 01, 2011
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Sports
East holds off the West 14-7 in the 5th annual CYFA high school all-star game

It was an idea that was started five years ago, and continues to gain momentum year after year.

High school seniors from all over the area are invited to play in this all-star game. Seniors from Baldwin, Baker County, Branford, Chiefland, Columbia, Dixie County, Fort White, Hamilton County, Lafayette County, Madison County, Newberry, Taylor County, Suwannee High School, Trenton, and Union County all participated.

The practices started on Monday of this week, with Columbia High's Brian Allen coaching the East squad and Suwannee High's coaches led the West All-Stars.



Saturday, January 14, 2012
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Rivalry week basketball highlights Fort White versus Santa Fe

FORT WHITE -- The Fort White Indians boys and girls basketball teams continued their seasons this week. It started on Monday, as the girls team had a makeup game with Bradford County.

This game was scheduled to be played on December 1, but do to a scheduling mix-up, it was not played that night and made up this week.

The Lady Tornadoes took home the victory 64-57.



Saturday, January 14, 2012
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Pet Care & News
Family Pictures - Diary of a Shelter Dog

I like cameras. When my new family brings out a camera I usually get extra treats and lots of attention.

Treats and attention are some of my favorite things, along with toys to chew on, pulling Ava's tail and getting belly rubs.

When I sit still for the camera everyone says I am a good boy. I already know that I am a good boy, but I like to hear it over and over again.

There is only one problem. I like having my photos taken all by myself.



Saturday, December 10, 2011
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