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NEWBERRY - The Newberry Spring Festival, held on April 6, 2024, in historic downtown Newberry, was bustling with excitement as festivalgoers enjoyed live music, food trucks and the more than 150 assorted vendors.  

Weather for the event could not have been better with crisp, sunny blue skies as the backdrop for Saturday's festival.  The annual event is hosted by the Newberry Main Street Organization and attracts thousands of people from near and far.

There was a little something for everyone, including a petting zoo and an interactive audience kid's show.

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ALACHUA ‒ In a heartening display of community pride, the Alachua City Commission came together on March 25, 2024 to acknowledge and commend businesses and individuals who generously donated funds and goods to support the City sponsored Alachua Youth Council project, “Restoring Dignity – One Wellness Packet at a Time.”

Conducted in late fall to early winter 2023, the effort was an initiative spearheaded by student members of the Alachua Youth Council (YAC) that aimed to provide basic hygiene supplies and support to their fellow students at Santa Fe High School.

The local group of concerned and community-minded high school students discovered an unmet need among their fellow students at Santa Fe High School. In cooperation with the school nurse, the YAC learned there were students coming to school who were in need of basic hygiene supplies.

YAC members devised a plan to elicit help from the community to collect items most in need. The group organized “Restoring Dignity – One Wellness Packet at a Time,” a collection drive for items such as deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes, bar soap, underwear and socks.

A number of businesses established drop off locations for donated supplies, and many businesses and individuals donated both goods and money to support the students in the effort.

On March 25, YAC members Selina Liu and Abby Bloomer presented certificates of appreciation to project partners. Among the notable contributors recognized were:

  • Alachua City Hall
  • Alachua Family Eye Care
  • Decades on Main (High Springs)
  • Dollar General Distribution Center
  • Douglas M. Adel, DDS, P.A. (Alachua)
  • China Express (Alachua)
  • Great Clips (Alachua)
  • HCA Florida Hospital (Gainesville)
  • Hitchcock’s Markets Pharmacy Desk (Alachua)
  • Infinite Wellness Gym (Alachua)
  • Joe Hancock
  • Kelly’s Kreations
  • Marian Rush of City of Alachua
  • Mitch Glaeser of San Felasco Tech City
  • New York Pizza Plus (Rolling Oaks Plaza)
  • O2B Kids (Alachua)
  • Okito America
  • Paradise United Methodist Church
  • Publix (Alachua)
  • River of Life Church
  • Paul AME Church
  • Santa Fe High School Guidance Office (Alachua)
  • The Healing House
  • Tony & Al’s Deli (Alachua)
  • Walgreens (Alachua)

The YAC serves as advocates for issues and initiatives to positively impact the lives of youth, discusses issues and offers suggestions for improvement to benefit youth in the community.

YAC members must be enrolled in a public school, private school or a home education program within the City of Alachua in grades nine through 12 or must be a City of Alachua resident enrolled in a public school, private school or a home education program in grades nine through 12 that is not within the City of Alachua's corporate limits.

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HIGH SPRINGS ‒ The City of High Springs has hired Jeremy Marshall as the new city manager. The High Springs City Commission held a special meeting on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, and finalized an employment agreement with Marshall by unanimous vote. The appointment of Marshall comes after a search process led by the City Commission, which included input from community members and evaluations of candidates' qualifications and experiences.

jeremy marshallThe six-page employment agreement is for an initial period of one year beginning on April 8, 2024 and ending on April 7, 2025. The agreement stipulates that it will automatically be renewed for successive one-year terms unless notice to terminate is given at least 90 days prior to the end of the contract term.

Marshall’s base salary is set at $112,500 annually, which the Commission may vote to increase at any time, based on their evaluation of his job performance. He is guaranteed to receive any annual cost of living adjustments given to all employees.

According to his contract, he is indemnified against any lawsuits or legal actions.

The City will pay for all of his professional dues and subscriptions, including travel expenses for conferences, short courses, seminars and other expenses associated with his professional development.

As an automobile allowance, Marshall will receive $3,900 annually or $325 monthly. He is responsible for his own automobile insurance costs and he is required to keep insurance coverage on his vehicle.

The City will also pay for his computer and other necessary equipment and supplies, including an $85 monthly cell phone allowance.

The contract stipulates that no other expenses will be paid without approval by the Commission.

Marshall will be expected to attend all Regular and Special Commission Meetings and workshops.

He will receive retirement benefits, and he has a few options to choose from. The City will pay for his health insurance coverage.

Marshall’s contract begins with 240 hours of paid time off which increases by 9.23 hours per pay period. He may accrue up to 800 hours.

The contract specifies that Marshall serves at the pleasure of the Commission. He may be terminated “without cause” at any time, in which case he would receive 12 weeks of pay and benefits, plus whatever paid time off he has accumulated, not to exceed 20 weeks total.

If his employment is terminated for misconduct or a crime, he will not receive any additional pay or benefits.

Marshall has a bachelor’s in business administration and is a candidate for a master’s degree in public administration. He previously worked as administrator of Valley, Nebraska, in 2022 and served as chairman of the Zoning Board of Appeals in Farmington, New York.

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ALACHUA – The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) apprehended a man suspected of being involved in multiple criminal activities, including influencing children to engage in delinquent behavior, drug possession, and driving with a suspended license.

Gilbert JeanOn Saturday, April 6, 2024, an FHP officer conducted a traffic stop on a Chevrolet van on U.S. Highway 441 and Northwest 89th Street in Alachua. A 36-year-old man from Seminole County was driving with a suspended driver’s license. The stop was made after the officer determined that the license plate and tag were owned by a Gilbert Jean, who did not have a valid license.

The officer noted the smell of marijuana when approaching Jean and learned that he did not have a medical marijuana card. Jean initially said there was nothing illegal in the car but later stated there was some marijuana in the vehicle. The officer noted a young child in the back of the van and asked him to exit the car.

Based on probable cause, the officer searched and located approximately 18 grams of marijuana in a backpack in the front passenger seat, behind the radio, and a scale inside of a black bag next to Jean’s driver’s seat. A THC pen was also located inside the center of the vehicle next to Jean’s driver’s license.

Additionally, the officer discovered that Jean transported four juveniles from the Orlando area to Alachua County to use them to request money from people for a fraudulent nonprofit organization, “Awareness Youth.”

The children were later located by other assisting FHP troopers in separate locations and had been left unattended to roam the streets asking for money under Jean’s instruction. It was later disclosed that the children kept $4 for every $10 they obtained.

Jean was charged with contributing to the delinquency of a minor, drug possession and driving with a suspended license. He has had 15 prior suspensions.

According to the FHP report, further investigation is pending with Florida Department of Law Enforcement and other multi-agency task forces.

Jean was arrested and transported to the Alachua County Jail with a $76,000 bond.

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NEWBERRY ‒ Commissioners in the City of Newberry received their annual audit report for the fiscal year ending Sept. 30, 2023.  The City had one finding in each the City audit and the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) audit. 

The audit was presented by Barbara Boyd, a partner at Purvis Gray, the City’s contracted audit firm. 

This is the first year that the City has had its CRA separately audited.  The special review was triggered by a statewide law requiring such an audit in any year when the CRA has had $100,000 or more in either expenditures or revenues. 

Newberry received an unmodified opinion, the highest level of assurance auditors provide.

Auditors reviewed internal controls to determine if there are material deficiencies, finding none.  Internal controls are measures taken by the City to ensure the integrity of the city’s finances and transactions, such as requiring multiple signatures on checks, oversight of accounts, and the division of responsibilities across multiple personnel to improve transparency and oversight.

Boyd said the City’s local government investment policies materially complied with Florida law.

Because the City had more than $750,000 in grant funds, Purvis Gray also performed a State single audit to ensure that the City complied with the requirements of major grant programs, finding no internal control issues with respect to those funds.

The only issues cited by auditors centered on the City’s building permit process.  As the pace of growth in Newberry has continued to rise, so too have the number of building permits being issued.  In auditing the building permit process, Boyd said of the building permit packages “tested,” auditors found two building permits with incorrect rate type, while another permit had the incorrect valuation, which is used to determine the permit amount.

Boyd said while none of those issues caused any material misstatement, Purvis Gray makes a recommendation that the City’s management go back and evaluate the building permitting process to make sure sound policies and procedures are in place to prevent discrepancies.  

For the City’s Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), the results were similar to the City’s general audit, garnering a “clean” opinion.  The only issue found during the audit process of the CRA related to the timely transmittal of its budget to the County.  The CRA is funded by tax increment financing from taxes returned to the CRA in part by the County and in part by the City.  Boyd said the City should submit its budget for the CRA to the County within 10 days after its adoption and within 10 days after any amendment to the budget.

The City’s total revenues and expenditures were both up about $1.1 million.  The primary drivers behind increased revenues for the year ending Sept. 30, 2023 was increased property values, a significant uptick in building permit fees, and additional interest income as a result of the City’s investment policies.  As for expenditures, the primary reason for the increase from the prior year to last year was an increase in the number of personnel as well as pay adjustments following a pay study.

City Manager Mike New lauded Assistant City Manager Dallas Lee and his team for keeping the City in compliance while continued growth increase opportunities for missteps.

Also during the April 8 meeting, the Newberry commissioners adopted an investment policy codifying the City’s current investment plan and allow the additional investment of surplus funds as permitted by Florida law.  The objective of the policy is to build the confidence of debtholders for improved bond issuance terms as the City embarks on major projects, including the construction of new City Hall facilities.

The Commission authorized the city manager to execute a contract with Coleman Construction to pave a new parking lot at the Easton Sports Complex.  The majority of the 42 new paved parking spaces will be located directly in front of the Easton Sports Complex.  The project also includes 64 new “stabilized” grass spaces in addition to stormwater improvements to deal with new runoff generated by the paved parking surfaces.  The total cost of the project is estimated at $581,000.  The project will be funded by nearly $448,000 in Wild Spaces Public Places sales tax funds and another $133,000 from the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners.  In addition to the parking project, the City is planning to construct a new gymnasium at the Easton site.

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ALACHUA ‒ In a decisive move toward fortifying emergency response capabilities, the City of Alachua is entering into an agreement with Alachua County for public safety radio services.

Previously, public safety radio services (PSRS) county-wide have been provided by GRUCom, the communications arm of Gainesville Regional Utilities (GRU).

The Alachua County Board of County Commissioners recently purchased the radio system previously owned by GRUCom. This has resulted in a more equitable share among the 10 partner agency system users, including the Alachua Police Department.

All local law enforcement agencies, fire rescue agencies, and some local municipal and federal agencies utilize the public safety radio system, also known as the trunked radio system (TRS) that until recently, has been wholly owned and operated by GRUCom. Having access to the PSRS allows for communication with the Combined Communications Center, which provides countywide dispatch services and allows for the efficient operation of local governments which use the PSRS.

Alachua Commissioner Jennifer Blalock made a motion to approve the agreement and Vice Mayor Dayna Miller provided the second. The measure passed by a unanimous vote of the Commission.

After the purchase, all partner agencies, including the Alachua Police Department, received new user agreements. Under the new agreement, the City of Alachua will pay Alachua County a total $84,084 annually for a period of five years. This annual payment will be made in 12 monthly installments of $7,007. After five years, the agreement will be renegotiated.

The City of Alachua is responsible for the purchase of radios and any required upgrades or reprogramming will also be the responsibility of the City of Alachua.

The agreement was effective Jan. 1, 2024 and will renew annually on Oct. 1, unless terminated by the parties.

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TALLAHASSEE, FL - Looking for a way to show your support of Florida panther conservation? Consider getting the newly designed Protect the Panther license plate whether you are renewing your Florida plates or licensing your car in the state for the first time.

Staff with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) worked with photographer Carlton Ward and the Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida to design the new plate. The latest design features a stunning photograph taken by Carlton in 2018 depicting a well-known panther — the first female documented north of the Caloosahatchee River since 1973 and also the first female documented to have had kittens north of the river in over 40 years. The Caloosahatchee River has long appeared to be an obstacle to the natural expansion of the population, including the northward movement of female panthers.

The new license plate can be purchased at the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles or by checking with your local tax collector office for availability. When renewing vehicles, Florida motorists can exchange their old plates for the new Protect the Panther plate by going in person to your local tax collector office or the FLHSMV. At this time, the new plates are not available through online renewals but can be purchased in person.

Fees from the Protect the Panther license plate go directly into the Florida Panther Research and Management Trust Fund, which is a critical source of funding for the state’s panther-related research, monitoring and conservation efforts. The long-term public support of this fund has had a direct positive impact on the FWC’s management and research efforts, resulting in timely, science-based information needed to guide current and future conservation actions for Florida panthers. The FWC and conservation partners have made significant progress with panther recovery and the FWC’s panther program relies upon sales of the license plate to continue these conservation efforts.

Florida panthers are native to the state, with the majority of panthers found south of Lake Okeechobee. Florida panthers are listed as an Endangered species under the federal Endangered Species Act. There are approximately 120-230 adult panthers in the population.

Purchasing a Protect the Panther license plate isn’t the only way you can help panthers. Drivers can also help by following all posted speed limits, particularly in panther zones, which are in place in several counties across south Florida to coincide with areas where panthers are known to cross. Panther speed zones help protect both Florida panthers and motorists from vehicle collisions and potential injury. You can also donate directly to the Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida’s Florida Panther Fund to support the rehabilitation and release of injured panthers and help FWC staff and partners locate and protect panthers, including their dens and kittens.

To learn more about Florida panthers and the FWC’s work to conserve the species, visit MyFWC.com/Panther.

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~Suspect crashed ambulance and fled on foot after his photo was taken by in car camera ~

TAMPA, Fla.- Early this morning at approximately 2:00 a.m., a supervisor with American Medical Rescue (AMR), a private ambulance service, observed a vehicle that appeared to be involved in a crash located on the Interstate 75 (I-75) Southbound exit ramp to Interstate 4 (I-4) Westbound in Hillsborough County.

The supervisor, who was driving a Chevy Tahoe marked as a rescue vehicle, decided to check the welfare of the individual involved.

Rolling down his window, he asked if everything was ok. The driver of the crashed vehicle approached the ambulance and began throwing himself at the window, gaining access to the ambulance. Once inside, the subject started fighting with the ambulance driver and took control of the vehicle. The ambulance driver, fearing for his life, exited the vehicle and called 9-1-1.

FHP 3 22 2024 Ambulance Carjack SuspectWhile attempting to flee in the stolen ambulance, the suspect collided with a Nissan Altima on the ramp for Interstate 75 Southbound to Interstate 4 Westbound. As Deputies with the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) responded, the suspect fled in the marked ambulance. The HCSO pursued the ambulance but lost contact with it and terminated the pursuit.

The ambulance's in-car camera system reported a vehicle crash at 2:09 a.m. and took a photo of the suspect inside the vehicle. The suspect fled the scene of the crash, and the ambulance was later recovered. 

The suspect is described as a white male who appeared to be under the influence of unknown drugs. To view video of the incident click here.

 

 Anyone with information regarding this incident or the identity of the carjacking suspect is asked to call *FHP (*347) or Crime Stoppers at **TIPS.

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced a milestone in Florida’s continuing economic success: Florida’s statewide unemployment rate has been lower than the national rate for 40 consecutive months. The national unemployment rate rose to 3.9 percent for February 2024; Florida’s rate did not rise and outperforms the national rate by 0.8 percentage point. And while Florida’s private sector job growth rate increased by 2.3 percent (+194,200 jobs) over the year in February 2024, the national rate grew by only 1.6 percent over the same period.
  
“Florida continues to outperform the nation,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “We have proven that bold, conservative leadership across the board produces booming economic results—more jobs, lower taxes, less regulation, and fiscal security.”

“Under Governor DeSantis’ leadership, Florida continues to provide an economy for our residents that is primed for opportunity and secure for future growth,” said J. Alex Kelly, Florida Secretary of Commerce. “Florida’s strong talent pipeline and skilled workforce are the building blocks of Florida’s economic growth and stability. February’s economic data is more absolute evidence that Florida is on the right path.”

Florida’s economic data continues to indicate economic strength and confidence among Florida’s workforce as the state’s labor force grew by 2.0 percent (+217,000) over the year in February 2024, which is faster than the comparable national rate of 0.7 percent.

The education and health services sector gained the most jobs among all major industries, adding 57,500 jobs over the year. The trade, transportation, and utilities sector performed second best, adding 48,300 jobs. And importantly, leisure and hospitality (tourism) added 35,000 jobs.

Data in the month of February continues to indicate there are many job opportunities available for every Floridian who wants to work, with more than 443,000 jobs posted online. Floridians in search of work and new job opportunities can utilize the CareerSource Florida network for help. Floridians can find guidance on how to register with Employ Florida and search listings of available local job openings. Career seekers can also improve their employability by enhancing resume writing and interviewing skills, establishing career goals, and pursuing customized career training. These services are provided at no cost to job seekers by the State of Florida. 

To view the February 2024 jobs reports by region, please see below: 
•    Fort Lauderdale
•    Jacksonville
•    Miami
•    Orlando
•    Pensacola
•    Southwest Florida
•    Tampa
•    West Palm Beach

To view the February 2024 employment data, visit: https://www.floridajobs.org/workforce-statistics/workforce-statistics-data-releases/monthly-data-releases. 
  
Visit Florida Insight for more information on labor market and economic data. Additionally, the Department has provided a video to assist users in explaining the data provided through Florida Insight. 

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TALLAHASSEE, FL - The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is sharing the reminder that sea turtles are starting to nest on our beaches. Residents and visitors can play a big part in helping to protect vulnerable nesting sea turtles this spring and summer while visiting Florida’s coastal habitats.

Because our state’s shorelines provide important nesting habitat for several species of threatened and endangered sea turtles, beachgoers can have a significant impact on their nesting success. To help nesting sea turtles, people can take easy steps to protect them, including giving them space, minimizing disturbances and keeping beaches clean and dark.

Clear the way at the end of the day: Female sea turtles expend large amounts of energy crawling out of the surf and far enough up the sand in order to dig and lay nests in spots that are less vulnerable to the tides. Obstacles on the beach can entrap and prevent them from nesting as they crawl across the sand to lay their eggs. Trash, holes in the sand and other obstacles can also prevent sea turtle hatchlings from reaching the water once they emerge from their nests. Food scraps attract predators, such as raccoons and crows, that prey on sea turtle hatchlings. Litter on beaches can entangle sea turtles, birds and other wildlife. What can you do to help?  Properly stash or recycle all trash, fill in human-made holes in the sand, and remove all beach toys, gear and furniture from the sand before sunset. Fishing line can be deadly to sea turtles, waterbirds and other wildlife, so be sure to dispose of it properly. To find a monofilament recycling station near you, visit mrrp.myfwc.com.

Lights out: Any lighting can misdirect and disturb nesting sea turtles and their hatchlings, leading them away from the ocean and toward potential danger. To prevent this, beachgoers should use natural starlight to see when on the beach at night and avoid using flashlights or cellphones. Anyone living along or visiting Florida beaches can do their part by putting porch, parking or deck lights out and closing curtains after dark to avoid disorienting nesting and hatchling sea turtles on the beach. If lighting could still be visible from the beach, be sure it is long, low and shielded

Admire from afar: While it can be exciting to witness sea turtles on the beach, getting too close (50 feet or less) to nesting sea turtles can cause them to leave the beach before they complete the nesting process. If an animal changes their behavior, you’re likely too close. Remember – it is illegal to harm or disturb nesting sea turtles, their nests and eggs, or to pick up hatchlings.  

Sea turtles typically return to nest in March along Florida’s southeast Atlantic coast from Brevard County south to Broward County, while nesting begins on Gulf Coast or north Florida beaches in April or May.

For more information about nesting sea turtles and how you can help, visit MyFWC.com/SeaTurtle or see the FWC’s “Be a Beach Hero” brochure. Other ways to help sea turtles include reporting those that are sick, injured, entangled or dead to the FWC’s Wildlife Alert Hotline at 888-404-FWCC (3922).

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TALLAHASSEE, FL - As the weather gets warmer across the Sunshine State, alligators are becoming more active and visible.

The American alligator is a conservation success story in Florida. Florida has a healthy and stable alligator population, which is estimated at 1.3 million alligators of every size. Alligators are found in all 67 counties, inhabiting all wetlands where there’s adequate food and shelter.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) works to keep Floridians and visitors informed and recommends the following precautionary measures near alligators, including in or near the water, to reduce the chances of conflict:

  • Keep a safe distance if you see an alligator. If someone is concerned about an alligator, they should call FWC’s toll-free Nuisance Alligator Hotline at 866-FWC-GATOR (866-392-4286), and we will dispatch a contracted nuisance alligator trapper to resolve the situation.
  • Keep pets on a leash and away from the water’s edge. Pets often resemble alligators’ natural prey.
  • Swim only in designated swimming areas during daylight hours and without your pet. Alligators are most active between dusk and dawn.
  • Never feed an alligator. It’s illegal and dangerous. When fed, alligators can lose their natural wariness and instead learn to associate people with the availability of food. This can lead to dangerous circumstances for yourself and other people who could encounter the alligator in the future.

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 TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the first rescue mission from Haiti with evacuees who were otherwise unable to return home due to the ongoing political crisis in Haiti. Florida brought 14 Floridians home from Haiti to Orlando Sanford International Airport via emergency flights coordinated by the Florida Division of Emergency Management. Watch Governor DeSantis' remarks here.
“This is the second time that Florida has stepped up to ensure that Americans have a way out of an unstable political situation abroad,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “I am proud of the work we have done to get Floridians home and reunite them with their families. We will also continue to dedicate resources to prevent the flow of illegal immigrants from reaching our shores while the situation in Haiti deteriorates.” 
“Thanks to Governor DeSantis’ swift leadership, the Division is expediting resources to do whatever it takes to bring residents home while protecting Florida’s border security,” said Florida Division of Emergency Management Executive Director Kevin Guthrie. “We will continue to work with local law enforcement partners and run more flights to evacuate citizens trapped in Haiti.”

The Florida Division of Emergency Management will continue to lead efforts for additional flights bringing Floridians home. Upon landing in Orlando, citizens are able to access resources from multiple state agencies, including: 

  • Meals
  • Lodging
  • Transportation
  • Basic health and medical screenings
  • Care supplies for infants, toddlers, seniors and pets
  • Family reunification center 
  • Hope navigators and counselors
  • Children’s activity center
  • Florida License on Wheels (FLOW) center for replacement of identification
This effort follows Governor Ron DeSantis’ announcement earlier last week directing more than 250 additional law enforcement, Florida National Guard and Florida State Guard resources to the Florida Keys in preparation for an influx of illegal immigrants from Haiti.

Read Governor DeSantis' Executive Order declaring a State of Emergency and authorizing FDEM to execute rescue operations here.

If you or someone you know is a Florida citizen who is unable to leave Haiti due to the current situation, visit FloridaDisaster.org/Haiti to fill out a form to let us know. 

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Medication reconciliation is a term used in healthcare that describes the process of comparing a patient’s medication orders in a healthcare institution (hospital or nursing home) to what the patient has been prescribed and taking at home.

The purpose of this short column is to point out that many times patients are admitted to an institution, sometimes in an emergency, and it is difficult to determine what medications have been taken at home. Often when asked about their medicWilliam-Garst-HS.jpgations the response is “I take a blood pressure drug, a blood thinner, something for cholesterol, and something occasionally for arthritis pain.”

Just those four categories of medications probably describe several dozen, if not more, potential medications. What is needed is an exact listing of the medications with their dose (strength), how often they are taken, and when they are taken.

 

The perfect list of medications would be an official one from the patient’s primary care physician or provider. However, often what is presented at the institution is a handwritten list with the barest of information.

I am suggesting in this short column that a person, each time they see their primary care physician, request a current list of their medications with doses and instructions, to be printed for them or even emailed to them for reference in case of an emergency.

This list would also be helpful to take to their pharmacist for comparison to what the pharmacy has on file in their computer profile. In this way, the pharmacist could request a prescription to be there at the pharmacy before it is needed, if there have been changes to the drug, dose, or how often the medication is taken. In addition, the pharmacist may want to notify the primary care physician of other medications that have been prescribed that are not on the primary care physician's record.

This brings up another important aspect: sometimes other physicians (specialists or emergency department physicians) have prescribed medication for a patient and the primary care physician is unaware and would need to know this addition, even if temporary, for a complete listing of medications.

It is vital that medication regimens be accurate as patients transition between healthcare environments as a matter of safety and proper medication administration. Keep the list handy or scan it into your computer for ready reference.

I hope this column was informative; prosper and be in health.

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William Garst is a consultant pharmacist who lives in Alachua, Florida. He is semi-retired and works part time at Lake Butler Hospital in Lake Butler, Florida. William received his pharmacy degree at Auburn University and a Doctor of Pharmacy from Colorado University. The Pharmacy Newsletter is a blog where you can find other informative columns. He may be contacted at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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The Editorial Board of Alachua County Today has rarely taken to endorsing candidates in local political races; however, there are times when it becomes necessary. Such is the case in the City of High Springs commission races scheduled for Nov. 7, 2023. Up for consideration are four candidates in two races. In Seat 1, electors in High Springs will have the opportunity to select between the incumbent, Ross Ambrose, and Andrew Miller. In Seat 2, voters will consider incumbent, Gloria James, and Steven Tapanes.

For many years, the City of High Springs experienced considerable political tumult, so much so that it created harsh divisions within the community. Over the last few election cycles, voters have managed to regain control of their commission, placing on the dais community-minded, non-partisan commissioners who have been focused on moving High Springs forward, into a more fiscally sound and responsible direction.

Tax increases are rarely, if ever, welcomed by the taxpayers, but tax increases are sometimes necessary. The City of High Springs, like every other small town, is feeling the financial pinch of inflation. We all feel the financial pinch of inflation. Without an increase in taxes this year, the City of High Springs would be setting itself up for financial straits in the years to come. Simply put, the City has to pay someone to fix water pipes, respond to emergencies, put out fires, and maintain the City’s infrastructure. That is to say nothing of the business of running the City. There is no doubt that there are some, including former commissioners, who want to sow divisions, but these efforts are not productive for the citizens.

Some candidates, and one commissioner, who is not up for election this cycle, have criticized the incumbent commissioners for approval of the FY 2023-24 budget, which did include an increase in the millage rate. It’s easy for one commissioner to sit by and criticize, without solution, a budget which she knows will pass while she avoids the political hit by voting against it.

To be sure, there is always work to be done on tightening the belt on government, reducing waste, and finding new and innovative ways to deliver governance and the services the citizens have come to appreciate and expect. The City of High Springs does not exist in a vacuum however, and for that reason, there are simply some economic conditions the City cannot avoid.

It is because of the work done by commissioners like Ross Ambrose and Gloria James that the City has reached a state of stability, a posture that is allowing the City to get its legs underneath it. After years of political disarray and infighting, the City is finally beginning to make headway on projects that hold great promise for the City of High Springs and its residents.

This is not the time to pull the rug out from underneath the commission and management. Instead, voters should reelect Gloria James and Ross Ambrose while encouraging them to seek common ground on budget issues, attempt to increase efficiency, and hold themselves and management accountable.

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I am writing in support of Ross Ambrose for High Springs City Commission. First let me say that I have nothing negative to say about his opponent, and I’m grateful that we have wonderful people willing to serve our great little town. That said, I have plenty of positive reasons to support Ross in this election.

I have known Ross for at 15 years as a neighbor and friend in town. Ross showed his commitment to this town for years by serving on city boards before he ever ran for office. He has always taken anything he does seriously and professionally and that goes for the City Commission as well.

Ross makes it his business to understand every issue and the effects of city, county and state law on the issue, and how everything works together. When he makes a decision one way or the other on anything, I expect that he has researched it thoroughly. I feel like I don’t have to understand everything little thing that comes before the city, because he literally does that hard job for us. He has run a successful business for 10 years and he understands fiscal responsibility as well as investment and looking at the big picture to prepare us for the future. 

Perhaps the biggest reason I support Mr. Ambrose is that he is truthful, even when the truth is not what I want to hear. My example is that I emailed him about the proposed Bridlewood subdivision, coming out strongly against it. Like many in High Springs, I love our small town, and the surrounding open spaces. I don’t want the town to be swamped with traffic and see the beauty around us turn into South Florida-style crowding and sprawl. I want to protect the springs at all costs. I would be very happy to see zero new large-scale subdivisions here.

Ross took the time to email me back and carefully explain how the property that was Tillman Acres/proposed Bridlewood was zoned for crazy-dense zoning many years ago, and that the City can’t undo that and could be subject to a lawsuit if we tried. He was hoping to get the most palatable deal out of a bad situation.

He also told me about several other subdivisions: one along U.S.441, one adjacent to Bailey Estates, where the City had refused to allow an up-zoning to higher density for all the same reasons I state above.

I believe Mr. Ambrose wants to preserve the unique character of High Springs, but is also realistic in knowing you have to play the hand you were dealt.

I went to a candidate forum and one of the other candidates said High Springs needs better infrastructure before any new development is allowed. That sounds great but isn’t always possible, for reasons like the one above and the need to find funding for said infrastructure. I know that Ross Ambrose leaves no stone unturned in looking for funding sources aside from local tax revenue. The effort he puts into this job is Herculean.

Frankly I think we are extremely lucky to have such a dedicated, knowledgeable and hard-working commissioner. 

Stacey Breheny

High Springs, Florida

An election will be held in High Springs on Nov. 7. There are two seats up for election. Since this is an odd-numbered year, the turnout will be poor. Every registered voter in the city needs to read up on the candidates; do the research to see what each is for, and vote.

Things have been running smoothly in the city for some time. Voting for someone merely because they are new is not a good idea.

Ross Ambrose and Gloria James do their homework, are knowledgeable and make decisions for all of High Springs. They are not driven by politics but by what they think is best for the city. For the good of the city, let’s keep them doing what they’ve done so well. Just remember that you need to vote.

Thomas R. Weller

High Springs, Florida

This letter is to express my support for Steve Tapanes and Andrew Miller for City of High Springs Commissioner.

I have watched several of the commissioner’s meetings on line and have noticed on several occasions that although the audience is jammed with people who are concerned about certain issues, that their concerns seldom make a difference in the decisions made because the decisions appear to have been made prior to the meetings.

I would like to see new blood on the board of commissioners as I feel the incumbents get in a rut and although they claim to have the best interests of the citizens in mind some of them don’t seem to be listening. The newer members seem to be the ones listening.

Steve and Andrew both have businesses in High Springs and I feel their freshness would more closely represent the majority of citizens’ current views.

It’s time for a change, time for the younger generation to have a say in what happens for High Springs’ future. Vote Steve Tapanes and Andrew Miller.

Leah Currier

High Springs, Florida

The High Springs Chamber of Commerce would like to send a special thank you to all our volunteers and local businesses who gave their time, talents, and treasures to bring our community together for the annual Fall Festival.

Please support these businesses and tell them thank you the next time you see them. Decades on Main & Renee;

Oliver & Dahlman; Thompson Flower Shop; The Birds Nest; High Springs Church of God; LifeSpring Church; Plantation Oaks Assisted Living & Memory Care; Dawn Cross, Photography; McDonald's in Alachua; Ronald McDonald House; Hardee's in High Springs; Hillary Cowart the Magic Man; Line Dancing Debbie; Bryan's Ace Hardware in High Springs; Winn-Dixie in High Springs; Fort White Garden & Produce; Jennifer Lee & Caleb Henderson, The Perfect Home; Troop 69, Boy Scouts; Willard's Restaurant & Lounge; BlueStar Grill; Nancy's Bake Shop; Chantels' Cakery; Station Bakery & Café; Tom & Sue Weller, Kiwanis Club of Santa Fe; High Springs Police Department; Aunt Lydia Springs, Cake; Louanne Rigano, Cake; Vella Miller, Ballon; Don Decker, Trains; Museum for being open during the Fall Festival hours

There are so many who came together to make this year's Fall Festival one our community will cherish for years to come.

I love our quaint little town with all its southern charm.

Sharon Decker

High Springs Chamber of Commerce

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LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE/AUCTION

Stor All Self Storage, in accordance with the Florida Storage Facility Act (FL. Stat. 83.801), hereby notifies that the following units are scheduled for public auction, or other disposal, on Tuesday, February 27, 2020 at 10:00 am. The auction or other disposal, will be held on site of Stor All Self Storage, 13701 NW US Hwy 441, Alachua, FL 32615. The Site Manager will conduct a public sale/auction for all of the contents contained in the following storage units rented by these people:

A14 Carla Roberts and Vincent Salpietro

A15 Angel Cruz

B34 William Rimmell

C19 Thomas Parks

D22 Bythia Moring

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 20 & 27, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA

CIVIL DIVISION

CASE NO.: 012018CA002674

XXXXXX

WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A

    

Plaintiff,

vs.

               

PATRICK NOLAN BLAKE A/K/A PATRICK N. BLAKE A/K/A PATRICK BLAKE, et al       

  

Defendants.         

RE-NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

RE-NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to an Order Granting Plaintiffs Motion to Rescheduling Foreclosure Sale entered on January 28, 2020 in Case No. 012018CA002674

XXXXXX of the Circuit Court of the EIGHTH Judicial Circuit in and for ALACHUA COUNTY, Florida, wherein WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A, is Plaintiff, and PATRICK NOLAN BLAKE A/K/A PATRICK N. BLAKE A/K/A PATRICK BLAKE, et al are Defendants, the clerk, J.K. "Buddy" Irby, will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, beginning at 11:00 AM www.alachua.

realforeclose.com, in accordance with Chapter 45, Florida Statutes, on the 26 day of March, 2020, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit:

Lot 23, of ARREDONDA ESTATES Unit No. 4, as per plat thereof, recorded in Plat Book H, Page 30 of the Public Records of Alachua County, Florida.

Together with mobile home VIN GAFLV75A29598WS21

If you are a person claiming a right to funds remaining after the sale, you must file a claim with the clerk no later than the date that the clerk reports the funds as unclaimed. If you fail to file a claim, you will not be entitled to any remaining funds. After the funds are reported as unclaimed, only the owner of record as of the date of the lis pendens may claim the surplus.

Dated: February 13, 2020

Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, PLLC

Attorneys for Plaintiff

2001 NW 64th Street, Suite 100

Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309

Tel: 954-462-7000

Fax: 954-462-7001

Service by email: FL.Service@

PhelanHallinan.com

By: /s/ Heather Griffiths

Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, PLLC

Heather Griffiths, Esq., Florida Bar No. 0091444

If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Ms. Jan Phillips, ADA Coordinator, Alachua County Family and Civil Justice Center, 201 East University Avenue, Room 410, Gainesville, FL 32601 at (352) 337-6237 at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than seven (7) days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711.

If you are deaf or hard of hearing and require an ASL interpreter or an assisted listening device to participate in a proceeding, please contact the Court Interpreter Program at interpreter@circuit8.org

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 20 & 27, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA

CIVIL DIVISION

CASE NO.: 012018CA003617

XXXXXX

JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A.

  

Plaintiff,

vs.

               

THE UNKNOWN HEIRS OR BENEFICIARIES OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN DUBBELD, JR, DECEASED, et al         

Defendants.         

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of foreclosure date February 7, 2020, and entered in Case No. 012018CA003617

XXXXXX of the Circuit Court of the EIGHTH Judicial Circuit in and for ALACHUA COUNTY, Florida, wherein JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., is Plaintiff, and THE UNKNOWN HEIRS OR BENEFICIARIES OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN DUBBELD, JR, DECEASED, et al are Defendants, the clerk, J.K. "Buddy" Irby, will sell to the highest and best bidder for case, beginning at 11:00 AM www.alachua.

realforeclose.com, in accordance with Chapter 45, Florida Statutes, on the 10 day of March, 2020, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit:

THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 10 SOUTH, RANGE 22 EAST LESS RIGHT OF WAY FOR COUNTY ROAD 219 A ALONG THE EASTERLY BOUNDARY THEREOF, AND LESS THE MAINTAINED RIGHT OF WAY FOR SE 24TH AVENUE ALONG THE NORTHERLY BOUNDARY THEREOF, ALL LYING AND BEING IN ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA.

TOGETHER WITH MOBILE HOME VIN FLHMBA165347020A/B.

Property Address: 2410 SOUTHEAST COUNTY ROAD 219A, HAWTHORNE, FL 32640-3402

               

If you are a person claiming a right to funds remaining after the sale, you must file a claim with the clerk no later than the date that the clerk reports the funds as unclaimed. If you fail to file a claim, you will not be entitled to any remaining funds. After the funds are reported as unclaimed, only the owner of record as of the date of the lis pendens may claim the surplus.

Dated: February 13, 2020

Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, PLLC

Attorneys for Plaintiff

2001 NW 64th Street, Suite 100

Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309

Tel: 954-462-7000

Fax: 954-462-7001

Service by email: FL.Service@

PhelanHallinan.com

By: /s/ Heather Griffiths

Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, PLLC

Heather Griffiths, Esq., Florida Bar No. 0091444

(Publisdhed: Alachua County Today - Feb. 20 & 27, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

CITY OF HAWTHORNE

NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY BY SEALED BID

The City of Hawthorne is seeking sealed bids for the sale of three (3) separate parcels of real property identified as follows:

Parcel No.             

19498-003-000

Physical Address

305 SE 3rd Street Zoning Designation

RSF-2

Parcel No.             

19752-001-000

Physical Address  no physical address

Zoning Designation

RSF-1

Parcel No.

19759-000-000

Physical Address

501 NW 3rd Street

Zoning Designation

RSF-2

A separate bid shall be submitted for each parcel. Sealed bids must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on May 4, 2020. Bids received after the deadline will be disqualified from consideration. All bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope marked Sealed Bid with the Parcel Number indicated. Only hand-delivered or mailed bids will be accepted. Bid packages may be mailed to: City of Hawthorne, PO Box 1270, Hawthorne, Florida 32640, or hand-delivered to the City of Hawthorne at 6875 SE 221st Street, Hawthorne, Florida 32640. The City reserves the right to withdraw the property from sale at any time before acceptance of bids or reject all bids at any time. The City will convey the property by Quit-Claim Deed.

The property will be sold as-is with no implied or expressed warranties, no guarantees, with all faults and no seller representations. Buyer shall be solely responsible for performing due diligence in researching the property before submitting a bid and ultimately purchase th property including, but not limited to, survey, title search, etc. Buyer shall be responsible for all such costs including all closing costs.

Contact person: Ellen Vause, City Manager, 6875 SE 221st Street, Hawthorne, Florida 32640; Phone: (352) 481-2432, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

A bid form can be found on the Citys website www.cityofhawthorne.net or can be picked up at City Hall, 6875 SE 221st Street, Hawthorne, FL 32640.

NOTICE TO PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provisions of certain assistance. Please contact Lakesha McGruder, City Clerk, at 6875 SE 221st Street. Hawthorne, Florida, 32640, Phone:

(352) 481-2432, for further information.

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 20, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

Rainbow Title & Lien, Inc. will sell at public sale at auction the following vehicles to satisfy lien pursuant to Chapter 713.78 of the Florida Statutes on March 12, 2020 at 10 A.M. *Auction will occur where vehicles are located* 2001 TOYOTA, VIN# JT3HN86R610346682 2003 CHEVROLET, VIN# 1GNDS13S732307082 2008 CHEVROLET, VIN# 1G1ZJ57728F290604 2004 CHEVROLET VIN# IRAFIMY NICOLE LE 1992 CADILLAC, VIN# 1G6CD53B8N4316681 Located At: 2014 NE 23 Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609 Any person(s) claming interest(s) in the above vehicles contact: Rainbow title & Lien, Inc., (954) 920-6020 ALL AUCTIONS ARE HELD WITH RESERVE Some vehicles may have been released prior to auction

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 20, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE 8th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA

Case No. 2019-CA-001900

21ST MORTGAGE CORPORATION,

                      

Plaintiff,

DELMAR L. DOUGLAS II; CHRISTINA D. DOUGLAS; AMERICREDIT FINANCIAL SERVICES; and UNKNOWN TENANT                                              Defendant.        

      

NOTICE OF SALE

NOTICE IS GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment dated January 23, 2020 entered in Case No. 2019 CA 1900, of the Circuit Court in and for Alachua County, Florida, wherein DELMAR L. DOUGLAS II; CHRISTINA D. DOUGLAS and AMERICREDIT FINANCIAL SERVICES are the Defendants, that J.K. Jess Irby, the Clerk of the Circuit Court, will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, at the Clerk of the Circuit Court, online at alachua.realforeclose.com on March 10, 2020, beginning at 11:00 a.m., on the prescribed date, the following described real property as set forth in the Final Judgment:

SEE ATTACHED EXHIBIT A

NOTICE ANY PERSON CLAIMING AN INTEREST IN THE SURPLUS FROM THE SALE, IF ANY, OTHER THAN THE PROPERTY OWNER AS OF THE DATE OF THE LIS PENDENS MUST FILE A CLAIM WITHIN 60 DAYS AFTER THE SALE.

NOTICE If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Alachua County Clerk of the Court, 201 E. University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32602-0600 and whose telephone number is 352-374-3636, within two working days of your receipt of this notice. If you are hearing or voice impaired, call 1-800-955-8711.

CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE

I HEREBY CERTIFY that a true copy of the foregoing has been served on this 11th day of February, 2020 .

Defendant

Delmar L. Douglas II, 6823 NE 25th Street, High Springs, FL 32643; Christina D. Douglas, 27002 NW 46th Avenue, Newberry, FL 32669; Americredit Financial Services c/o Kara Stover, 1201 Hays Street, Tallahassee, FL 32301.

                                     By:/s/Leslie S. White

SEND MAIL TO:     Leslie S. White,

for the firm

Dean, Mead, Egerton, Bloodworth,     Florida Bar No. 521078

Capouano & Bozarth, P.A.  Telephone 407-841-1200

Attn: Leslie S. White            Facsimile 407-423-1831

Post Office Box 2346          primary email: lwhite@deanmead.com

Orlando, FL 32802-2346    secondary email: bransom@deanmead.com

EXHIBIT A

Commence at the Southeast corner of Section 17, Township 9 South, Range 17 East, Alachua County, Florida, and thence run N 0044'41" W, along the East line of said Section 17, a distance of 40.07 feet to the North right of way line of NW 46th Avenue (80.00 foot right of way); thence continue N 0044'41" W, along said section line, a distance of 1562.27 feet; thence run S 8804'56" W, a distance of 273.23 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence run N 0108'30" W, a distance of 182.31 feet; thence run S 8804'56" W, a distance of 1247.47 feet; thence run S 0315'14" E, a distance of 471.69 feet; thence run N 8804'56" E, a distance of 185.83 feet; thence run N 0108'30" W, a distance of 289.30 feet; thence run N 8804'56" E, a distance of 1044.25 feet to the Point of Beginning, all lying and being in Alachua County, Florida.

TOGETHER WITH an easement for ingress and egress and public utilities above, below and across the following described 20 foot easement:

Commence at the Southeast corner of Section 17, Township 9 South, Range 17 East, Alachua County, Florida. Thence run N 0044'41" W, a distance of 40.07 feet to the North right of way line of NW 46th Avenue (80 foot right of way); thence run S 8555'45" W, along said right of way line of NW 46th Avenue (an 80 foot right of way), a distance of 1332.83 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence run N 0054'18" W, a distance of 344.87 feet; thence run N 0219'22" E, a distance of 385.37 feet; thence run N 0108'30" W, a distance of 882.98 feet; thence run N 0134'52" W, a distance of 518.30 feet; thence run S 8804'56" W, a distance of 20.00 feet; thence run S 0134'52" E, a distance of 518.30 feet; thence run S 0108'36" E, a distance of 883.72 feet; thence run S 0219'21" W, a distance of 385.37 feet; thence run S 0054'18" E, a distance of 344.86 feet to the North right of way line of NW 46th Avenue (an 80.00 foot right of way); thence run N 8555'45" E, along said North right of way line a distance of 20.00 feet to the Point of Beginning.

TOGETHER WITH A 2013 TOWN HOMES ID#

FLTHLCT32124G-2458A AND FLTHLCT32124G-2458B which is permanently affixed to the lands above and, as such, is deemed to be a part of the real estate.

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 20 & 27, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

Notice of Public Sale/Auction: Northwood Towing, Inc. gives notice of foreclosure of lien and intent to sell the following vehicles on March 14th, 2020 at 11:30 am at 2520 NW 74th Place Gainesville, Fl 32653 pursuant to Florida State Statutes 713.78.

1FAFP34N65W220492

2005 FORD

1G2ZG558264156951

2006 PONT

1G4HR53L5PH472178

1993 BUIC

2C4RDGCG1DR582294

2013 DODG

2GCEC19W5Y1108544

2000 CHEV

3GNEC16R5VG153363

1997 CHEV

4T1BG28K0XU561349

1999 TOYT

JN1DV6AP4BM831310

2011 INFI

JYAVN01Y39A000394

2009 YAMA

WDDGF54X29F245917

2009 MERZ

Minimum bid required, all sales final, no warranty and no title guarantee.

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 20, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CONCERNING CONSIDERATION OF A SITE AND DEVELOPMENT PLAN APPLICATION

THE PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD OF THE CITY OF NEWBERRY, FLORIDA, HEREBY GIVES NOTICE that, pursuant to the City of Newberry Land Development Regulations, as amended, hereinafter referred to as the Land Development Regulations, objections, recommendations and comments concerning the consideration of a Site and Development Plan application, as described below, will be heard by the Planning and Zoning Board of the City of Newberry, Florida, at a public hearing on Monday, March 2, 2020, immediately following the Historic Architectural Review Board meeting which starts at 6:00 p.m., in the City Commission Meeting Room, City Hall, located at 25440 West Newberry Road, Newberry, Florida. Subsequent to the Planning and Zoning Boards recommendation to the Board of Adjustment, the date, time, and place of the City Commission (serving as the Board of Adjustment) Public Hearing shall be announced at the time said recommendation is made by the Planning and Zoning Board; no further public notice shall be provided.

Application SDP 20-01, a request by Gmuer Engineering, LLC, Agent, for S & T Newberry Holdings, LLC, Owner, for Site and Development Plan Approval of 20,000 sf gross floor area of new construction (mini-storage buildings) with associated site development including parking and utilities, on 1.10 acres located at the southwest corner of SW 15th Avenue and US Highway 27/41/SR 45.

At the aforementioned public hearing, all interested parties may appear to be heard with respect to the proposed application. Copies of the proposed resolution and site and development plan are available for public inspection at the Newberry Planning & Economic Development Department, located at 25815 S.W. 2nd Avenue, Newberry, Florida, during regular business hours.

All persons are advised that if they decide to appeal any decision made at the above referenced public hearings, they will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, they may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons with disabilities needing a special accommodation for attendance at this meeting should contact MV Transportation, Inc. at (352) 375-2784, no later than 72 hours prior to the proceedings. If hearing impaired, call the Florida Relay System at

(800) 955-8770.

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 20, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: Elite Auto Center of Gainesville gives Notice of Foreclosure of Lien

and intent to sell these vehicles on 03/03/2020, 10:00 am at 3728 NE 4th Street Gainesville, FL 32609, pursuant to subsection 713.78 of the Florida Statutes. Elite Auto Center of Gainesville reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all bids.

1FAFP4440YF189399 2000 FORD

1FAHP2EW6AG128877 2010 FORD

1FMRU15W63LB21077 2003 FORD

1FTPW14595KE64280 2005 FORD

1FTRX17L6YNB71424 2000 FORD

1G1AL14F457594406 2005 CHEVROLET

1GDHG31R721148264 2002 GENERAL MOTORS CORP

1N4AL21EX7N439968 2007 NISSAN

2T1BB02E4TC164065 1996 TOYOTA

3VWCK31C65M402687 2005 VOLKSWAGEN

5YFBURHE6KP906373 2019 TOYOTA

JA4AD3A31EZ018281 2014 MITSUBISHI

KMHFU45E54A333204 2004 HYUNDAI

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 20, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

Notice of Public Sale/Auction: Moffos Towing And Recovery, Inc.

gives notice of foreclosure of lien and intent to sell the following vehicles on March 14th, 2020 at 11:45 am at 2520 NW 74 Place Gainesville, Fl 32653 pursuant to Florida State Statutes 713.78.

1FMDK02167GA27265

2007 FORD

1HGCG2245YA004475

2000 HOND

1HGFA16508L080492

2008 HOND

1N4DL01D2YC239432

2000 NISS

2C4RDGCG1DR582294

2013 DODG

2HGES25754H514589

2004 HOND

4T1BE30K35U383022

2005 TOYT

4T1BF18B9WU281313

1998 TOYT

JHLRD1844YC003571

2000 HOND

JT2AE09E1P0002847

1993 TOYT

minimum bid required, all sales final, no warranty and no title guarantee.

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 20, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

IN AND FOR ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA

Case No: 2018 CA 002567

CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES, LLC,

Plaintiff,

vs.

ANIBAL O. DEJESUS; et al.,

Defendants.

_____________/

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant the Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated August 2, 2019 and entered in Case No. 2018 CA 002567 of the Circuit Court of the Eighth Judicial Circuit in and for Alachua County, Florida wherein CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES, LLC, is the Plaintiff and ANIBAL O. DEJESUS; CYNTHIA R. HILL; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; AUTUMN WOODS OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC., are Defendants, J.K. Jess Irby, Esq., the Clerk of the Circuit Court, will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash www.alachua.

realforeclose.com at 11:00 A.M. on March 31, 2020 the following described property set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit:

LOT 38, AUTUMN WOODS, PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT, ACCORDING TO MAP OR PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK M, PAGE 44, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA.

Property Address: 3802 Northwest 47th Terrace, Gainesville, FL 32606

Any person or entity claiming an interest in the surplus, if any, resulting from the Foreclosure Sale, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens, must file a claim on same with the Clerk of Court no later than the date that the Clerk reports the funds as unclaimed.

DATED February 12, 2020

/s/Jason Ruggerio

Jason Ruggerio, Esq.

Florida Bar No. 70501

Lender Legal PLLC

2807 Edgewater Drive

Orlando, Fl 32804

Tel: (407) 730-4644

Fax: (888) 337-3815

Attorney for Plaintiff

Service Emails:

JRuggerio@

LenderLegal.com

EService@

LenderLegal.com

If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in a proceeding, you are entitled to be provided with certain assistance at no cost to you. Please contact the ADA Coordinator, Alachua County Family and Civil Justice Center, 201 East University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601 (352-337-6237) at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days. If you are hearing or voice-impaired, call 1-800-955-8770 via Florida Relay Service.

(Publsihed: Alachua County Today - Feb. 13 & 20, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

IN AND FOR ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA

CIVIL ACTION

CASE NO.: 01-2019-CA-003708

FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION,

               

Plaintiff,

THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, OR OTHER CLAIMANTS CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, UNDER, OR AGAINST, JOAN LATSON, DECEASED, et al,

Defendant(s).

_________________/

NOTICE OF ACTION

To: THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, OR OTHER CLAIMANTS CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, UNDER, OR AGAINST, JOAN LATSON, DECEASED

Last Known Address:

Unknown

Current Address: Unknown

YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to foreclose a mortgage on the following property in Alachua County, Florida:

LOT 1 AND THE EAST 3/4 OF LOT 2, CHILDS ADDITION, SMITH SURVEY, TOWN OF MICANOPY, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK A, PAGE 31, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA.

A/K/A 707 SW 1ST AVENUE MICANOPY FL 32667

has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses within 30 days after the first publication, if any, on Albertelli Law, Plaintiffs attorney, whose address is P.O. Box 23028, Tampa, FL 33623, and file the original with this Court either before service on Plaintiffs attorney, or immediately thereafter; otherwise, a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint or petition.

WITNESS my hand and the seal of this court on this 4th day of February, 2020.

Clerk of the Circuit Court

By:/s/________

Deputy Clerk

**See the Americans with Disabilities Act

If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Jan Phillips, ADA Coordinator, Alachua County Courthouse, 201 E. University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601 at (352) 337-6237 at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. To file response please contact Alachua County Clerk of Court, P.O. Box 600, Gainesville, FL 32602-0600,

Tel.: (352) 374-3636;

Fax: (352)338-3201.

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 13 & 20, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA

CASE NO. 2019 CA 002392

DIVISION K

FLORIDA CREDIT UNION,

Plaintiff,

vs.

GALLERIA MOTORS, LLC, BETTY GARCIA DE MARTINEZ, USAA FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK, SUNSTATE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION AND THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES,

Defendants.

________________/

NOTICE OF ACTION

TO:          BETTY GARCIA DE MARTINEZ

Last Known Address: 9116 SW 51 Road, A201, Gainesville, FL 32608

YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to for damages has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on James E. Sorenson, D. Tyler Van Leuven, J. Blair Boyd, Stephen Orsillo, Zaydee Portomene and P. Koren Hardy, the Plaintiffs attorneys, whose address is Post Office Box 3637, Tallahassee, Florida 32315-3637, within 30 days after the first publication date and file the original with the Clerk of this Court either before service on the Plaintiffs attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint or Petition.

Dated this 4th day of February, 2020.

J.K. Jess Irby, Clerk

As Clerk of the Court

By:/s/__________

As Deputy Clerk

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 13 & 20, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION                         

File No.

01-2020-CP-206

IN RE: ESTATE OF MURRAY S. HOFFMAN         Deceased.            

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of Murray S. Hoffman, deceased, whose date of death was December 24, 2019, is pending in the Circuit Court for Alachua County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 201 E. University Ave., Gainesville, Florida 32601. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative's attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.

All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.

NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT'S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.

The date of first publication of this notice is February 13, 2020.

Personal Representative:

Barbara Hoffman

29 W 70th Street, Apt. A

New York, NY 10023

Attorney for Personal Representative:

KNELLINGER & ASSOCIATES

Sarah E. Evander, for the Firm

Florida Bar Number: 1003250

2815 NW 13th Street, Suite 305

Gainesville, FL 32609-2865

Telephone:

(352) 373-3334

Fax: (352) 376-1214

sarah@knellingerlaw.com

carin@knellingerlaw.com  (Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 13 & 20, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

IN AND FOR ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA

CIVIL ACTION

CASE NO.: 01-2019-CA-002674

NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A MR. COOPER,

Plaintiff,

               

WILLIAM ROBERT SCOTT A/K/A WILLIAM R. SCOTT, et al,

Defendant(s).

______________/

NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 45

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN Pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated January 23, 2020, and entered in Case No. 01-2019-CA-002674 of the Circuit Court of the Eighth Judicial Circuit in and for Alachua County, Florida in which Nationstar Mortgage LLC D/b/a Mr. Cooper, is the Plaintiff and William Robert Scott a/k/a William R. Scott, Custom Design Renovations LLC, Sparrow Condominium Inc, are defendants, the Alachua County Clerk of the Circuit Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash in/on online at www.alachua.

realforeclose.com, Alachua County, Florida at 11:00AM on the March 24, 2020 the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment of Foreclosure:

ALL THAT CONDOMINIUM PARCEL OF LAND IN CITY OF GAINESVILLE, ALACHUA COUNTY, STATE OF FLORIDA, AS DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK 3215, PAGE 00121, ID# 06650-102-002, BEING KNOWN AND DESIGNATED AS: UNIT NO. 102, BUILDING 2, SPARROW CONDOMINIUM, A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RECORDED IN OFFICIAL RECORDS BOOK 879, PAGE 404; AND AMENDED BY CERTIFICATE OF AMENDMENT RECORDED IN OFFICIAL RECORDS BOOK 890, PAGE 289 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA.

A/K/A 601 SW 75TH ST GAINESVILLE FL 32607

Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim before the Clerk reports the surplus as unclaimed.

CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE

I HEREBY CERTIFY that a true and correct copy of the foregoing has also been furnished to all parties on the attached service list by mail or eService.

Dated this 6th day of February, 2020.

ALBERTELLI LAW

  1. O. Box 23028

Tampa, FL 33623

Tel: (813) 221-4743

Fax: (813) 221-9171

eService: servealaw@

albertellilaw.com

By:/s/Nathan Gryglewicz

Nathan Gryglewicz

FL Bar# 762121

19-017393

If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Jan Phillips, ADA Coordinator, Alachua County Courthouse, 201 E. University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601 at (352) 337-6237 at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. To file response please contact Alachua County Clerk of Court, P.O. Box 600, Gainesville, FL 32602-0600,

Tel.: (352) 374-3636;

Fax: (352)338-3201.

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 13 & 20, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

IN AND FOR ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA

CIRCUIT CIVIL DIVISION

CASE NO.: 012019CA003189

XXXXXX

VILLAGE CAPITAL & INVESTMENT, LLC

Plaintiff(s),

vs.

JAMES E. STRAWHACKER;

Defendant(s).

NOTICE OF ACTION

TO:          JAMES E. STRAWHACKER

1918 Southeast 240th Terrace Hawthorne FL 32640

YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that a civil action has been filed against you in the Circuit Court of Alachua County, Florida, to foreclose certain real property described as follows:

That part of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 12, Township 10 South, Range 22 East, Alachua County, Florida, being more particularly described as follow: Commence at an existing concrete monument marking the Southwest corner of said Section 12 for a point of reference; thence North 88 deg. 25 min. 34 sec. East along the South line of said Section 12, a distance of 1860.25 feet to a placed nail and cap (#2115) lying on the centerline of County Road No. S.E. 28-B (80 foot right of way); thence North 01 deg. 26 min. 49 sec. West parallel with the West line of said Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4, a distance of 1312.74 feet to an intersection section with the South line of said Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 for the Point of Beginning; thence continue North 01 deg. 26 min. 49 sec. West, a distance of 438.74 feet; thence South 88 deg. 36 min. 24 sec. West parallel with said South line of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4, a distance of 15.00 feet to a placed 1/2 inch re-bar and cap (G.F. YOUNG LB 021); thence continue South 88 deg. 36 min. 24 sec. West, a distance of 515.00 feet to a placed 1/2 inch re-bar and cap (G.F. YOUNG LB 021) at an intersection with said West line of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence South 01 deg. 26 min. 49 sec. East along said West line, a distance of 438.70 feet to a placed concrete monument (#2115) marking the Southwest corner of said Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence North 88 deg. 36 min. 24 sec. East along said South line of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4, a distance of 515.00 feet to a placed 1/2 inch re-bar and cap (G.F. YOUNG LB 021); thence continue North 88 deg. 36 min. 24 sec. East, a distance of 15.00 feet to the Point of Beginning. Together with a 40 foot easement for ingress, egress and public utilities across the following described parcel: 40 FOOT EASEMENT That part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 12, Township 10 South, Range 22 East, Alachua County, Florida, being more particularly described as follows: Commence at an existing concrete monument marking the Southwest corner of said Section 12 for a point of reference; thence North 88 deg. 25 min. 34 sec. East along the South line of said Section 12, a distance of 1860.25 feet to a placed nail and cap (#2115) lying on the centerline of County Road No. S.E. 28-B (80 foot right of way): thence North 01 deg. 26 min. 49 sec. West parallel with the West line of the Southeast 1/4 of said Southwest 1/4, a distance of 40.00 feet to an intersection with the Northerly right of way line of said county road and the Point of Beginning; thence South 88 deg. 25 min. 34 sec. West along said Northerly right of way line, a distance of 25.00 feet; thence North 01 deg. 26 min. 49 sec. West, a distance of 2149.38 feet; thence North 88 deg. 36 min. 24 sec. East parallel with the North line of said Southeast 1/4 of the Southwest, a distance of 40.00 feet; thence South 01 deg. 26 min. 49 sec. East, a distance of 2149.26 feet to an intersection with said Northerly right of way line; thence South 88 deg. 25 min. 3 sec. West along said Northerly right of way line, a distance of 15.00 feet to the Point of Beginning. Together with the Mobile Home situated thereon which is affixed to the aforementioned real property and incorporated herein and which is intended by all parties to constitute a part of the realty and to pass with it. Said Mobile Home is identified as follows: Year/Make (Manufacturer)/Model: 1984 ShowCo./Nomad Serial/VIN Number(s): SHS1WGA32834758A/B Real Property Number(s): RP0564101/RP0564102.

Property address: 1918 Southeast 240th Terrace, Hawthorne, FL 32640

You are required to file a written response with the Court and serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Padgett Law Group, whose address is 6267 Old Water Oak Road, Suite 203, Tallahassee, FL 32312, at least thirty (30) days from the date of first publication, and file the original with the clerk of this court either before service on Plaintiff's attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise, a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint.

DATED this the 29th day of january, 2020.

CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT

As Clerk of the Courty

By: /s/____________

Deputy Clerk

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 13 & 20, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA

PROBATE DIVISION

File No. 2020-CP-000120

IN RE: ESTATE OF

HAL GENE BINGHAM,

aka HAL G. BINGHAM

Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of HAL GENE BINGHAM, also known as HAL G. BINGHAM, deceased, whose date of death was September 29, 2019, is pending in the Circuit Court for Alachua County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 201 East University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative's attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate, on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served, must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.

All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.

NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT'S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.

The date of first publication of this notice is: February 13, 2020.

STEVEN BINGHAM

Personal Representative

1415 NW 94th Street

Gainesville, FL 32606

Richard M. White, Jr.

Attorney for Personal Representative

Florida Bar No. 203300

White, Crouch & Mills, P.A.

5303 SW 91st Drive,

Suite 200

Gainesville, FL 32608

Telephone:

(352) 372-1011;

372-1023 Fax

Email: rmw@gate.net

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 13 & 20, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA

CASE NO. 2019 CA 002392

DIVISION K

FLORIDA CREDIT UNION,

Plaintiff,

vs.

GALLERIA MOTORS, LLC, BETTY GARCIA DE MARTINEZ, USAA FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK, SUNSTATE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION AND THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES,

Defendants.

_________________/                      

NOTICE OF ACTION

TO:          BETTY GARCIA DE MARTINEZ

Last Known Address: 9116 SW 51 Road, A201, Gainesville, FL 32608

YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to for damages has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on James E. Sorenson, D. Tyler Van Leuven, J. Blair Boyd, Stephen Orsillo, Zaydee Portomene and P. Koren Hardy, the Plaintiffs attorneys, whose address is Post Office Box 3637, Tallahassee, Florida 32315-3637, within 30 days after the first publication date and file the original with the Clerk of this Court either before service on the Plaintiffs attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint or Petition.

Dated this 4th day of February, 2020.

J.K. Jess Irby, Clerk

As Clerk of the Court

By:/s/_________

As Deputy Clerk

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 13 & 20, 2020)

EMPLOYMENT

Help Wanted

CITY OF HIGH SPRINGS

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Apply at High Springs City Hall, 23718 West US Highway 27, 7:30 am - 6:00 pm, Monday through Thursday. Applications accepted until position filled. Applications may be obtained at City Hall or online at www.highsprings.us 

Service Worker I - Public Works - Streets. General maintenance involving streets, signs, parks, buildings and cemeteries. Will involve operation of lawn mowers, tractors and other maintenance and construction equipment. High school graduation and two (2) years related experience. Valid FL DL required. (Salary: $12.00 hourly plus benefits)

Successful applicants must undergo pre-employment physical and substance testing, and background investigation prior to final approval. All applications are subject to Florida Public Records Laws.

THE CITY OF HIGH SPRINGS IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

EMPLOYMENT

Help Wanted

Building Official-City of High Springs (pop. 6444)

Technical position involving interpreting, implementing, and enforcing building and development codes. (BS or AS) in building construction, construction mgt., architecture, or engineer preferred

but not required and ten (10) yrs. experience in building construction and/or construction mgt. Building Code Administrators Certification required. Starting salary $65,000 plus benefits. Apply at 23718 W US Hwy 27,

High Springs, Fl 32643 or email application and resume with cover letter to jparham@highsprings.us.   Applications available online at www.highsprings.us. EOE, Drug free Workplace, Position open until filled

SERVICES OFFERED

EDUCATION

AVIATION

Grads work with JetBlue, United, Delta and Others

Start here with hands on training for FAA certification

Financial aid if qualified

Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance 888-242-2649

REAL ESTATE FOR RENT

For Rent

Alachua Villas Apartments

Now Accepting Applications 2 Bedroom Apartments Starting at $541 per mo.Central Heat & Air, 24 hr Emergency, Maintenance, On-Site Management, Laundry Facilities. (386) 462-5832 1400 NW 154th Ave, Alachua, FL. This institution is an Equal Oppurtunity Provider & Employer

(TDD) 1(800)955-8771

MERCHANDISE

For Sale

CHURCH FURNITURE: Does your church need pews, pulpit set, baptistery, steeple, windows? Big Sale on new cushioned pews and pew chairs. 1-800-231-8360. www.pews1.com

MERCHANDISE

Miscellaneous

Freon Wanted: We pay CA$H for cylinders and cans. R12 R500 R11 R113 R114. Convenient.

Certified Professionals Call 312-634-6652 or visit RefrigerantFinders.com

MERCHANDISE

Auctions

Estate Auctions

Fri. Feb 21st @ 6:30 p.m. High Springs, FL

HWY 27N

auctionzip.com # 20822

Mah./Oak Furn., Motor Hoist, Grinder, Saws, Tools, Lg. Box, Rod/Reels, Lots Artwork, Fenton, Pottery, H/P Lamps, Jewelry, Primitives

15% B.P. C. Red Williams Au 437 AB3447 352-258-0604

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE/AUCTION

Stor All Self Storage, in accordance with the Florida Storage Facility Act (FL. Stat. 83.801), hereby notifies that the following units are scheduled for public auction, or other disposal, on Tuesday, February 27, 2020 at 10:00 am. The auction or other disposal, will be held on site of Stor All Self Storage, 13701 NW US Hwy 441, Alachua, FL 32615. The Site Manager will conduct a public sale/auction for all of the contents contained in the following storage units rented by these people:

A14 Carla Roberts and Vincent Salpietro

A15 Angel Cruz

B34 William Rimmell

C19 Thomas Parks

D22 Bythia Moring

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 20 & 27, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA

CIVIL DIVISION

CASE NO.: 012018CA002674

XXXXXX

WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A

    

Plaintiff,

vs.

               

PATRICK NOLAN BLAKE A/K/A PATRICK N. BLAKE A/K/A PATRICK BLAKE, et al       

  

Defendants.         

RE-NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

RE-NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to an Order Granting Plaintiffs Motion to Rescheduling Foreclosure Sale entered on January 28, 2020 in Case No. 012018CA002674

XXXXXX of the Circuit Court of the EIGHTH Judicial Circuit in and for ALACHUA COUNTY, Florida, wherein WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A, is Plaintiff, and PATRICK NOLAN BLAKE A/K/A PATRICK N. BLAKE A/K/A PATRICK BLAKE, et al are Defendants, the clerk, J.K. "Buddy" Irby, will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, beginning at 11:00 AM www.alachua.

realforeclose.com, in accordance with Chapter 45, Florida Statutes, on the 26 day of March, 2020, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit:

Lot 23, of ARREDONDA ESTATES Unit No. 4, as per plat thereof, recorded in Plat Book H, Page 30 of the Public Records of Alachua County, Florida.

Together with mobile home VIN GAFLV75A29598WS21

If you are a person claiming a right to funds remaining after the sale, you must file a claim with the clerk no later than the date that the clerk reports the funds as unclaimed. If you fail to file a claim, you will not be entitled to any remaining funds. After the funds are reported as unclaimed, only the owner of record as of the date of the lis pendens may claim the surplus.

Dated: February 13, 2020

Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, PLLC

Attorneys for Plaintiff

2001 NW 64th Street, Suite 100

Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309

Tel: 954-462-7000

Fax: 954-462-7001

Service by email: FL.Service@

PhelanHallinan.com

By: /s/ Heather Griffiths

Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, PLLC

Heather Griffiths, Esq., Florida Bar No. 0091444

If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Ms. Jan Phillips, ADA Coordinator, Alachua County Family and Civil Justice Center, 201 East University Avenue, Room 410, Gainesville, FL 32601 at (352) 337-6237 at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than seven (7) days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711.

If you are deaf or hard of hearing and require an ASL interpreter or an assisted listening device to participate in a proceeding, please contact the Court Interpreter Program at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 20 & 27, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA

CIVIL DIVISION

CASE NO.: 012018CA003617

XXXXXX

JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A.

  

Plaintiff,

vs.

               

THE UNKNOWN HEIRS OR BENEFICIARIES OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN DUBBELD, JR, DECEASED, et al         

Defendants.         

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of foreclosure date February 7, 2020, and entered in Case No. 012018CA003617

XXXXXX of the Circuit Court of the EIGHTH Judicial Circuit in and for ALACHUA COUNTY, Florida, wherein JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., is Plaintiff, and THE UNKNOWN HEIRS OR BENEFICIARIES OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN DUBBELD, JR, DECEASED, et al are Defendants, the clerk, J.K. "Buddy" Irby, will sell to the highest and best bidder for case, beginning at 11:00 AM www.alachua.

realforeclose.com, in accordance with Chapter 45, Florida Statutes, on the 10 day of March, 2020, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit:

THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 10 SOUTH, RANGE 22 EAST LESS RIGHT OF WAY FOR COUNTY ROAD 219 A ALONG THE EASTERLY BOUNDARY THEREOF, AND LESS THE MAINTAINED RIGHT OF WAY FOR SE 24TH AVENUE ALONG THE NORTHERLY BOUNDARY THEREOF, ALL LYING AND BEING IN ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA.

TOGETHER WITH MOBILE HOME VIN FLHMBA165347020A/B.

Property Address: 2410 SOUTHEAST COUNTY ROAD 219A, HAWTHORNE, FL 32640-3402

               

If you are a person claiming a right to funds remaining after the sale, you must file a claim with the clerk no later than the date that the clerk reports the funds as unclaimed. If you fail to file a claim, you will not be entitled to any remaining funds. After the funds are reported as unclaimed, only the owner of record as of the date of the lis pendens may claim the surplus.

Dated: February 13, 2020

Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, PLLC

Attorneys for Plaintiff

2001 NW 64th Street, Suite 100

Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309

Tel: 954-462-7000

Fax: 954-462-7001

Service by email: FL.Service@

PhelanHallinan.com

By: /s/ Heather Griffiths

Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, PLLC

Heather Griffiths, Esq., Florida Bar No. 0091444

(Publisdhed: Alachua County Today - Feb. 20 & 27, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

CITY OF HAWTHORNE

NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY BY SEALED BID

The City of Hawthorne is seeking sealed bids for the sale of three (3) separate parcels of real property identified as follows:

Parcel No.             

19498-003-000

Physical Address

305 SE 3rd Street Zoning Designation

RSF-2

Parcel No.             

19752-001-000

Physical Address  no physical address

Zoning Designation

RSF-1

Parcel No.

19759-000-000

Physical Address

501 NW 3rd Street

Zoning Designation

RSF-2

A separate bid shall be submitted for each parcel. Sealed bids must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on May 4, 2020. Bids received after the deadline will be disqualified from consideration. All bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope marked Sealed Bid with the Parcel Number indicated. Only hand-delivered or mailed bids will be accepted. Bid packages may be mailed to: City of Hawthorne, PO Box 1270, Hawthorne, Florida 32640, or hand-delivered to the City of Hawthorne at 6875 SE 221st Street, Hawthorne, Florida 32640. The City reserves the right to withdraw the property from sale at any time before acceptance of bids or reject all bids at any time. The City will convey the property by Quit-Claim Deed.

The property will be sold as-is with no implied or expressed warranties, no guarantees, with all faults and no seller representations. Buyer shall be solely responsible for performing due diligence in researching the property before submitting a bid and ultimately purchase th property including, but not limited to, survey, title search, etc. Buyer shall be responsible for all such costs including all closing costs.

Contact person: Ellen Vause, City Manager, 6875 SE 221st Street, Hawthorne, Florida 32640; Phone: (352) 481-2432, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

A bid form can be found on the Citys website www.cityofhawthorne.net or can be picked up at City Hall, 6875 SE 221st Street, Hawthorne, FL 32640.

NOTICE TO PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provisions of certain assistance. Please contact Lakesha McGruder, City Clerk, at 6875 SE 221st Street. Hawthorne, Florida, 32640, Phone:

(352) 481-2432, for further information.

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 20, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

Rainbow Title & Lien, Inc. will sell at public sale at auction the following vehicles to satisfy lien pursuant to Chapter 713.78 of the Florida Statutes on March 12, 2020 at 10 A.M. *Auction will occur where vehicles are located* 2001 TOYOTA, VIN# JT3HN86R610346682 2003 CHEVROLET, VIN# 1GNDS13S732307082 2008 CHEVROLET, VIN# 1G1ZJ57728F290604 2004 CHEVROLET VIN# IRAFIMY NICOLE LE 1992 CADILLAC, VIN# 1G6CD53B8N4316681 Located At: 2014 NE 23 Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609 Any person(s) claming interest(s) in the above vehicles contact: Rainbow title & Lien, Inc., (954) 920-6020 ALL AUCTIONS ARE HELD WITH RESERVE Some vehicles may have been released prior to auction

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 20, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE 8th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA

Case No. 2019-CA-001900

21ST MORTGAGE CORPORATION,

                      

Plaintiff,

DELMAR L. DOUGLAS II; CHRISTINA D. DOUGLAS; AMERICREDIT FINANCIAL SERVICES; and UNKNOWN TENANT                                              Defendant.        

      

NOTICE OF SALE

NOTICE IS GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment dated January 23, 2020 entered in Case No. 2019 CA 1900, of the Circuit Court in and for Alachua County, Florida, wherein DELMAR L. DOUGLAS II; CHRISTINA D. DOUGLAS and AMERICREDIT FINANCIAL SERVICES are the Defendants, that J.K. Jess Irby, the Clerk of the Circuit Court, will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, at the Clerk of the Circuit Court, online at alachua.realforeclose.com on March 10, 2020, beginning at 11:00 a.m., on the prescribed date, the following described real property as set forth in the Final Judgment:

SEE ATTACHED EXHIBIT A

NOTICE ANY PERSON CLAIMING AN INTEREST IN THE SURPLUS FROM THE SALE, IF ANY, OTHER THAN THE PROPERTY OWNER AS OF THE DATE OF THE LIS PENDENS MUST FILE A CLAIM WITHIN 60 DAYS AFTER THE SALE.

NOTICE If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Alachua County Clerk of the Court, 201 E. University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32602-0600 and whose telephone number is 352-374-3636, within two working days of your receipt of this notice. If you are hearing or voice impaired, call 1-800-955-8711.

CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE

I HEREBY CERTIFY that a true copy of the foregoing has been served on this 11th day of February, 2020 .

Defendant

Delmar L. Douglas II, 6823 NE 25th Street, High Springs, FL 32643; Christina D. Douglas, 27002 NW 46th Avenue, Newberry, FL 32669; Americredit Financial Services c/o Kara Stover, 1201 Hays Street, Tallahassee, FL 32301.

                                     By:/s/Leslie S. White

SEND MAIL TO:     Leslie S. White,

for the firm

Dean, Mead, Egerton, Bloodworth,     Florida Bar No. 521078

Capouano & Bozarth, P.A.  Telephone 407-841-1200

Attn: Leslie S. White            Facsimile 407-423-1831

Post Office Box 2346          primary email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Orlando, FL 32802-2346    secondary email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

EXHIBIT A

Commence at the Southeast corner of Section 17, Township 9 South, Range 17 East, Alachua County, Florida, and thence run N 0044'41" W, along the East line of said Section 17, a distance of 40.07 feet to the North right of way line of NW 46th Avenue (80.00 foot right of way); thence continue N 0044'41" W, along said section line, a distance of 1562.27 feet; thence run S 8804'56" W, a distance of 273.23 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence run N 0108'30" W, a distance of 182.31 feet; thence run S 8804'56" W, a distance of 1247.47 feet; thence run S 0315'14" E, a distance of 471.69 feet; thence run N 8804'56" E, a distance of 185.83 feet; thence run N 0108'30" W, a distance of 289.30 feet; thence run N 8804'56" E, a distance of 1044.25 feet to the Point of Beginning, all lying and being in Alachua County, Florida.

TOGETHER WITH an easement for ingress and egress and public utilities above, below and across the following described 20 foot easement:

Commence at the Southeast corner of Section 17, Township 9 South, Range 17 East, Alachua County, Florida. Thence run N 0044'41" W, a distance of 40.07 feet to the North right of way line of NW 46th Avenue (80 foot right of way); thence run S 8555'45" W, along said right of way line of NW 46th Avenue (an 80 foot right of way), a distance of 1332.83 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence run N 0054'18" W, a distance of 344.87 feet; thence run N 0219'22" E, a distance of 385.37 feet; thence run N 0108'30" W, a distance of 882.98 feet; thence run N 0134'52" W, a distance of 518.30 feet; thence run S 8804'56" W, a distance of 20.00 feet; thence run S 0134'52" E, a distance of 518.30 feet; thence run S 0108'36" E, a distance of 883.72 feet; thence run S 0219'21" W, a distance of 385.37 feet; thence run S 0054'18" E, a distance of 344.86 feet to the North right of way line of NW 46th Avenue (an 80.00 foot right of way); thence run N 8555'45" E, along said North right of way line a distance of 20.00 feet to the Point of Beginning.

TOGETHER WITH A 2013 TOWN HOMES ID#

FLTHLCT32124G-2458A AND FLTHLCT32124G-2458B which is permanently affixed to the lands above and, as such, is deemed to be a part of the real estate.

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 20 & 27, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

Notice of Public Sale/Auction: Northwood Towing, Inc. gives notice of foreclosure of lien and intent to sell the following vehicles on March 14th, 2020 at 11:30 am at 2520 NW 74th Place Gainesville, Fl 32653 pursuant to Florida State Statutes 713.78.

1FAFP34N65W220492

2005 FORD

1G2ZG558264156951

2006 PONT

1G4HR53L5PH472178

1993 BUIC

2C4RDGCG1DR582294

2013 DODG

2GCEC19W5Y1108544

2000 CHEV

3GNEC16R5VG153363

1997 CHEV

4T1BG28K0XU561349

1999 TOYT

JN1DV6AP4BM831310

2011 INFI

JYAVN01Y39A000394

2009 YAMA

WDDGF54X29F245917

2009 MERZ

Minimum bid required, all sales final, no warranty and no title guarantee.

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 20, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CONCERNING CONSIDERATION OF A SITE AND DEVELOPMENT PLAN APPLICATION

THE PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD OF THE CITY OF NEWBERRY, FLORIDA, HEREBY GIVES NOTICE that, pursuant to the City of Newberry Land Development Regulations, as amended, hereinafter referred to as the Land Development Regulations, objections, recommendations and comments concerning the consideration of a Site and Development Plan application, as described below, will be heard by the Planning and Zoning Board of the City of Newberry, Florida, at a public hearing on Monday, March 2, 2020, immediately following the Historic Architectural Review Board meeting which starts at 6:00 p.m., in the City Commission Meeting Room, City Hall, located at 25440 West Newberry Road, Newberry, Florida. Subsequent to the Planning and Zoning Boards recommendation to the Board of Adjustment, the date, time, and place of the City Commission (serving as the Board of Adjustment) Public Hearing shall be announced at the time said recommendation is made by the Planning and Zoning Board; no further public notice shall be provided.

Application SDP 20-01, a request by Gmuer Engineering, LLC, Agent, for S & T Newberry Holdings, LLC, Owner, for Site and Development Plan Approval of 20,000 sf gross floor area of new construction (mini-storage buildings) with associated site development including parking and utilities, on 1.10 acres located at the southwest corner of SW 15th Avenue and US Highway 27/41/SR 45.

At the aforementioned public hearing, all interested parties may appear to be heard with respect to the proposed application. Copies of the proposed resolution and site and development plan are available for public inspection at the Newberry Planning & Economic Development Department, located at 25815 S.W. 2nd Avenue, Newberry, Florida, during regular business hours.

All persons are advised that if they decide to appeal any decision made at the above referenced public hearings, they will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, they may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons with disabilities needing a special accommodation for attendance at this meeting should contact MV Transportation, Inc. at (352) 375-2784, no later than 72 hours prior to the proceedings. If hearing impaired, call the Florida Relay System at

(800) 955-8770.

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 20, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: Elite Auto Center of Gainesville gives Notice of Foreclosure of Lien

and intent to sell these vehicles on 03/03/2020, 10:00 am at 3728 NE 4th Street Gainesville, FL 32609, pursuant to subsection 713.78 of the Florida Statutes. Elite Auto Center of Gainesville reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all bids.

1FAFP4440YF189399 2000 FORD

1FAHP2EW6AG128877 2010 FORD

1FMRU15W63LB21077 2003 FORD

1FTPW14595KE64280 2005 FORD

1FTRX17L6YNB71424 2000 FORD

1G1AL14F457594406 2005 CHEVROLET

1GDHG31R721148264 2002 GENERAL MOTORS CORP

1N4AL21EX7N439968 2007 NISSAN

2T1BB02E4TC164065 1996 TOYOTA

3VWCK31C65M402687 2005 VOLKSWAGEN

5YFBURHE6KP906373 2019 TOYOTA

JA4AD3A31EZ018281 2014 MITSUBISHI

KMHFU45E54A333204 2004 HYUNDAI

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 20, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

Notice of Public Sale/Auction: Moffos Towing And Recovery, Inc.

gives notice of foreclosure of lien and intent to sell the following vehicles on March 14th, 2020 at 11:45 am at 2520 NW 74 Place Gainesville, Fl 32653 pursuant to Florida State Statutes 713.78.

1FMDK02167GA27265

2007 FORD

1HGCG2245YA004475

2000 HOND

1HGFA16508L080492

2008 HOND

1N4DL01D2YC239432

2000 NISS

2C4RDGCG1DR582294

2013 DODG

2HGES25754H514589

2004 HOND

4T1BE30K35U383022

2005 TOYT

4T1BF18B9WU281313

1998 TOYT

JHLRD1844YC003571

2000 HOND

JT2AE09E1P0002847

1993 TOYT

minimum bid required, all sales final, no warranty and no title guarantee.

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 20, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

IN AND FOR ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA

Case No: 2018 CA 002567

CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES, LLC,

Plaintiff,

vs.

ANIBAL O. DEJESUS; et al.,

Defendants.

_____________/

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant the Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated August 2, 2019 and entered in Case No. 2018 CA 002567 of the Circuit Court of the Eighth Judicial Circuit in and for Alachua County, Florida wherein CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES, LLC, is the Plaintiff and ANIBAL O. DEJESUS; CYNTHIA R. HILL; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; AUTUMN WOODS OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC., are Defendants, J.K. Jess Irby, Esq., the Clerk of the Circuit Court, will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash www.alachua.

realforeclose.com at 11:00 A.M. on March 31, 2020 the following described property set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit:

LOT 38, AUTUMN WOODS, PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT, ACCORDING TO MAP OR PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK M, PAGE 44, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA.

Property Address: 3802 Northwest 47th Terrace, Gainesville, FL 32606

Any person or entity claiming an interest in the surplus, if any, resulting from the Foreclosure Sale, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens, must file a claim on same with the Clerk of Court no later than the date that the Clerk reports the funds as unclaimed.

DATED February 12, 2020

/s/Jason Ruggerio

Jason Ruggerio, Esq.

Florida Bar No. 70501

Lender Legal PLLC

2807 Edgewater Drive

Orlando, Fl 32804

Tel: (407) 730-4644

Fax: (888) 337-3815

Attorney for Plaintiff

Service Emails:

JRuggerio@

LenderLegal.com

EService@

LenderLegal.com

If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in a proceeding, you are entitled to be provided with certain assistance at no cost to you. Please contact the ADA Coordinator, Alachua County Family and Civil Justice Center, 201 East University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601 (352-337-6237) at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days. If you are hearing or voice-impaired, call 1-800-955-8770 via Florida Relay Service.

(Publsihed: Alachua County Today - Feb. 13 & 20, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

IN AND FOR ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA

CIVIL ACTION

CASE NO.: 01-2019-CA-003708

FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION,

               

Plaintiff,

THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, OR OTHER CLAIMANTS CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, UNDER, OR AGAINST, JOAN LATSON, DECEASED, et al,

Defendant(s).

_________________/

NOTICE OF ACTION

To: THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, OR OTHER CLAIMANTS CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, UNDER, OR AGAINST, JOAN LATSON, DECEASED

Last Known Address:

Unknown

Current Address: Unknown

YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to foreclose a mortgage on the following property in Alachua County, Florida:

LOT 1 AND THE EAST 3/4 OF LOT 2, CHILDS ADDITION, SMITH SURVEY, TOWN OF MICANOPY, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK A, PAGE 31, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA.

A/K/A 707 SW 1ST AVENUE MICANOPY FL 32667

has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses within 30 days after the first publication, if any, on Albertelli Law, Plaintiffs attorney, whose address is P.O. Box 23028, Tampa, FL 33623, and file the original with this Court either before service on Plaintiffs attorney, or immediately thereafter; otherwise, a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint or petition.

WITNESS my hand and the seal of this court on this 4th day of February, 2020.

Clerk of the Circuit Court

By:/s/________

Deputy Clerk

**See the Americans with Disabilities Act

If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Jan Phillips, ADA Coordinator, Alachua County Courthouse, 201 E. University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601 at (352) 337-6237 at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. To file response please contact Alachua County Clerk of Court, P.O. Box 600, Gainesville, FL 32602-0600,

Tel.: (352) 374-3636;

Fax: (352)338-3201.

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 13 & 20, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA

CASE NO. 2019 CA 002392

DIVISION K

FLORIDA CREDIT UNION,

Plaintiff,

vs.

GALLERIA MOTORS, LLC, BETTY GARCIA DE MARTINEZ, USAA FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK, SUNSTATE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION AND THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES,

Defendants.

________________/

NOTICE OF ACTION

TO:          BETTY GARCIA DE MARTINEZ

Last Known Address: 9116 SW 51 Road, A201, Gainesville, FL 32608

YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to for damages has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on James E. Sorenson, D. Tyler Van Leuven, J. Blair Boyd, Stephen Orsillo, Zaydee Portomene and P. Koren Hardy, the Plaintiffs attorneys, whose address is Post Office Box 3637, Tallahassee, Florida 32315-3637, within 30 days after the first publication date and file the original with the Clerk of this Court either before service on the Plaintiffs attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint or Petition.

Dated this 4th day of February, 2020.

J.K. Jess Irby, Clerk

As Clerk of the Court

By:/s/__________

As Deputy Clerk

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 13 & 20, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION                         

File No.

01-2020-CP-206

IN RE: ESTATE OF MURRAY S. HOFFMAN         Deceased.            

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of Murray S. Hoffman, deceased, whose date of death was December 24, 2019, is pending in the Circuit Court for Alachua County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 201 E. University Ave., Gainesville, Florida 32601. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative's attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.

All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.

NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT'S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.

The date of first publication of this notice is February 13, 2020.

Personal Representative:

Barbara Hoffman

29 W 70th Street, Apt. A

New York, NY 10023

Attorney for Personal Representative:

KNELLINGER & ASSOCIATES

Sarah E. Evander, for the Firm

Florida Bar Number: 1003250

2815 NW 13th Street, Suite 305

Gainesville, FL 32609-2865

Telephone:

(352) 373-3334

Fax: (352) 376-1214

This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  (Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 13 & 20, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

IN AND FOR ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA

CIVIL ACTION

CASE NO.: 01-2019-CA-002674

NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A MR. COOPER,

Plaintiff,

               

WILLIAM ROBERT SCOTT A/K/A WILLIAM R. SCOTT, et al,

Defendant(s).

______________/

NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 45

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN Pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated January 23, 2020, and entered in Case No. 01-2019-CA-002674 of the Circuit Court of the Eighth Judicial Circuit in and for Alachua County, Florida in which Nationstar Mortgage LLC D/b/a Mr. Cooper, is the Plaintiff and William Robert Scott a/k/a William R. Scott, Custom Design Renovations LLC, Sparrow Condominium Inc, are defendants, the Alachua County Clerk of the Circuit Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash in/on online at www.alachua.

realforeclose.com, Alachua County, Florida at 11:00AM on the March 24, 2020 the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment of Foreclosure:

ALL THAT CONDOMINIUM PARCEL OF LAND IN CITY OF GAINESVILLE, ALACHUA COUNTY, STATE OF FLORIDA, AS DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK 3215, PAGE 00121, ID# 06650-102-002, BEING KNOWN AND DESIGNATED AS: UNIT NO. 102, BUILDING 2, SPARROW CONDOMINIUM, A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RECORDED IN OFFICIAL RECORDS BOOK 879, PAGE 404; AND AMENDED BY CERTIFICATE OF AMENDMENT RECORDED IN OFFICIAL RECORDS BOOK 890, PAGE 289 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA.

A/K/A 601 SW 75TH ST GAINESVILLE FL 32607

Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim before the Clerk reports the surplus as unclaimed.

CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE

I HEREBY CERTIFY that a true and correct copy of the foregoing has also been furnished to all parties on the attached service list by mail or eService.

Dated this 6th day of February, 2020.

ALBERTELLI LAW

  1. O. Box 23028

Tampa, FL 33623

Tel: (813) 221-4743

Fax: (813) 221-9171

eService: servealaw@

albertellilaw.com

By:/s/Nathan Gryglewicz

Nathan Gryglewicz

FL Bar# 762121

19-017393

If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Jan Phillips, ADA Coordinator, Alachua County Courthouse, 201 E. University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601 at (352) 337-6237 at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. To file response please contact Alachua County Clerk of Court, P.O. Box 600, Gainesville, FL 32602-0600,

Tel.: (352) 374-3636;

Fax: (352)338-3201.

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 13 & 20, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

IN AND FOR ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA

CIRCUIT CIVIL DIVISION

CASE NO.: 012019CA003189

XXXXXX

VILLAGE CAPITAL & INVESTMENT, LLC

Plaintiff(s),

vs.

JAMES E. STRAWHACKER;

Defendant(s).

NOTICE OF ACTION

TO:          JAMES E. STRAWHACKER

1918 Southeast 240th Terrace Hawthorne FL 32640

YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that a civil action has been filed against you in the Circuit Court of Alachua County, Florida, to foreclose certain real property described as follows:

That part of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 12, Township 10 South, Range 22 East, Alachua County, Florida, being more particularly described as follow: Commence at an existing concrete monument marking the Southwest corner of said Section 12 for a point of reference; thence North 88 deg. 25 min. 34 sec. East along the South line of said Section 12, a distance of 1860.25 feet to a placed nail and cap (#2115) lying on the centerline of County Road No. S.E. 28-B (80 foot right of way); thence North 01 deg. 26 min. 49 sec. West parallel with the West line of said Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4, a distance of 1312.74 feet to an intersection section with the South line of said Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 for the Point of Beginning; thence continue North 01 deg. 26 min. 49 sec. West, a distance of 438.74 feet; thence South 88 deg. 36 min. 24 sec. West parallel with said South line of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4, a distance of 15.00 feet to a placed 1/2 inch re-bar and cap (G.F. YOUNG LB 021); thence continue South 88 deg. 36 min. 24 sec. West, a distance of 515.00 feet to a placed 1/2 inch re-bar and cap (G.F. YOUNG LB 021) at an intersection with said West line of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence South 01 deg. 26 min. 49 sec. East along said West line, a distance of 438.70 feet to a placed concrete monument (#2115) marking the Southwest corner of said Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence North 88 deg. 36 min. 24 sec. East along said South line of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4, a distance of 515.00 feet to a placed 1/2 inch re-bar and cap (G.F. YOUNG LB 021); thence continue North 88 deg. 36 min. 24 sec. East, a distance of 15.00 feet to the Point of Beginning. Together with a 40 foot easement for ingress, egress and public utilities across the following described parcel: 40 FOOT EASEMENT That part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 12, Township 10 South, Range 22 East, Alachua County, Florida, being more particularly described as follows: Commence at an existing concrete monument marking the Southwest corner of said Section 12 for a point of reference; thence North 88 deg. 25 min. 34 sec. East along the South line of said Section 12, a distance of 1860.25 feet to a placed nail and cap (#2115) lying on the centerline of County Road No. S.E. 28-B (80 foot right of way): thence North 01 deg. 26 min. 49 sec. West parallel with the West line of the Southeast 1/4 of said Southwest 1/4, a distance of 40.00 feet to an intersection with the Northerly right of way line of said county road and the Point of Beginning; thence South 88 deg. 25 min. 34 sec. West along said Northerly right of way line, a distance of 25.00 feet; thence North 01 deg. 26 min. 49 sec. West, a distance of 2149.38 feet; thence North 88 deg. 36 min. 24 sec. East parallel with the North line of said Southeast 1/4 of the Southwest, a distance of 40.00 feet; thence South 01 deg. 26 min. 49 sec. East, a distance of 2149.26 feet to an intersection with said Northerly right of way line; thence South 88 deg. 25 min. 3 sec. West along said Northerly right of way line, a distance of 15.00 feet to the Point of Beginning. Together with the Mobile Home situated thereon which is affixed to the aforementioned real property and incorporated herein and which is intended by all parties to constitute a part of the realty and to pass with it. Said Mobile Home is identified as follows: Year/Make (Manufacturer)/Model: 1984 ShowCo./Nomad Serial/VIN Number(s): SHS1WGA32834758A/B Real Property Number(s): RP0564101/RP0564102.

Property address: 1918 Southeast 240th Terrace, Hawthorne, FL 32640

You are required to file a written response with the Court and serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Padgett Law Group, whose address is 6267 Old Water Oak Road, Suite 203, Tallahassee, FL 32312, at least thirty (30) days from the date of first publication, and file the original with the clerk of this court either before service on Plaintiff's attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise, a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint.

DATED this the 29th day of january, 2020.

CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT

As Clerk of the Courty

By: /s/____________

Deputy Clerk

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 13 & 20, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA

PROBATE DIVISION

File No. 2020-CP-000120

IN RE: ESTATE OF

HAL GENE BINGHAM,

aka HAL G. BINGHAM

Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of HAL GENE BINGHAM, also known as HAL G. BINGHAM, deceased, whose date of death was September 29, 2019, is pending in the Circuit Court for Alachua County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 201 East University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative's attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate, on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served, must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.

All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.

NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT'S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.

The date of first publication of this notice is: February 13, 2020.

STEVEN BINGHAM

Personal Representative

1415 NW 94th Street

Gainesville, FL 32606

Richard M. White, Jr.

Attorney for Personal Representative

Florida Bar No. 203300

White, Crouch & Mills, P.A.

5303 SW 91st Drive,

Suite 200

Gainesville, FL 32608

Telephone:

(352) 372-1011;

372-1023 Fax

Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 13 & 20, 2020)

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA

CASE NO. 2019 CA 002392

DIVISION K

FLORIDA CREDIT UNION,

Plaintiff,

vs.

GALLERIA MOTORS, LLC, BETTY GARCIA DE MARTINEZ, USAA FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK, SUNSTATE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION AND THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES,

Defendants.

_________________/                      

NOTICE OF ACTION

TO:          BETTY GARCIA DE MARTINEZ

Last Known Address: 9116 SW 51 Road, A201, Gainesville, FL 32608

YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to for damages has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on James E. Sorenson, D. Tyler Van Leuven, J. Blair Boyd, Stephen Orsillo, Zaydee Portomene and P. Koren Hardy, the Plaintiffs attorneys, whose address is Post Office Box 3637, Tallahassee, Florida 32315-3637, within 30 days after the first publication date and file the original with the Clerk of this Court either before service on the Plaintiffs attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint or Petition.

Dated this 4th day of February, 2020.

J.K. Jess Irby, Clerk

As Clerk of the Court

By:/s/_________

As Deputy Clerk

(Published: Alachua County Today - Feb. 13 & 20, 2020)

EMPLOYMENT

Help Wanted

CITY OF HIGH SPRINGS

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Apply at High Springs City Hall, 23718 West US Highway 27, 7:30 am - 6:00 pm, Monday through Thursday. Applications accepted until position filled. Applications may be obtained at City Hall or online at www.highsprings.us 

Service Worker I - Public Works - Streets. General maintenance involving streets, signs, parks, buildings and cemeteries. Will involve operation of lawn mowers, tractors and other maintenance and construction equipment. High school graduation and two (2) years related experience. Valid FL DL required. (Salary: $12.00 hourly plus benefits)

Successful applicants must undergo pre-employment physical and substance testing, and background investigation prior to final approval. All applications are subject to Florida Public Records Laws.

THE CITY OF HIGH SPRINGS IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

EMPLOYMENT

Help Wanted

Building Official-City of High Springs (pop. 6444)

Technical position involving interpreting, implementing, and enforcing building and development codes. (BS or AS) in building construction, construction mgt., architecture, or engineer preferred

but not required and ten (10) yrs. experience in building construction and/or construction mgt. Building Code Administrators Certification required. Starting salary $65,000 plus benefits. Apply at 23718 W US Hwy 27,

High Springs, Fl 32643 or email application and resume with cover letter to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..   Applications available online at www.highsprings.us. EOE, Drug free Workplace, Position open until filled

SERVICES OFFERED

EDUCATION

AVIATION

Grads work with JetBlue, United, Delta and Others

Start here with hands on training for FAA certification

Financial aid if qualified

Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance 888-242-2649

REAL ESTATE FOR RENT

For Rent

Alachua Villas Apartments

Now Accepting Applications 2 Bedroom Apartments Starting at $541 per mo.Central Heat & Air, 24 hr Emergency, Maintenance, On-Site Management, Laundry Facilities. (386) 462-5832 1400 NW 154th Ave, Alachua, FL. This institution is an Equal Oppurtunity Provider & Employer

(TDD) 1(800)955-8771

MERCHANDISE

For Sale

CHURCH FURNITURE: Does your church need pews, pulpit set, baptistery, steeple, windows? Big Sale on new cushioned pews and pew chairs. 1-800-231-8360. www.pews1.com

MERCHANDISE

Miscellaneous

Freon Wanted: We pay CA$H for cylinders and cans. R12 R500 R11 R113 R114. Convenient.

Certified Professionals Call 312-634-6652 or visit RefrigerantFinders.com

MERCHANDISE

Auctions

Estate Auctions

Fri. Feb 21st @ 6:30 p.m. High Springs, FL

HWY 27N

auctionzip.com # 20822

Mah./Oak Furn., Motor Hoist, Grinder, Saws, Tools, Lg. Box, Rod/Reels, Lots Artwork, Fenton, Pottery, H/P Lamps, Jewelry, Primitives

15% B.P. C. Red Williams Au 437 AB3447 352-258-0604