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High Springs Stalemate: One dozen tries and city seat still open
HIGH SPRINGS – With four white men remaining on the High Springs City Commission, there is a lack of diversity that is upsetting to some of the remaining commissioners. Cash-for-jewelry services have very few regulations to find stolen goods
ALACHUA -- In this current economy, people everywhere are looking for a fast and easy way to make money. In just 10 seconds, new burglary ring commits crime
ALACHUA – A woman dropping her child off at a day care in Alachua Thursday, March 4 became the latest victim of a “smash-and-grab” burglary ring, making the crime the fourth such incident in 30 days. Yet another Alachua police officer saves a child
ALACHUA -- In a disastrous situation most people panic. Charlie Grapski arrested after violating terms of his probation
ALACHUA -- Alachua political activist Charlie Grapski is in jail for violating the terms of his probation by failing a court-mandated drug test. After questioning Grapski’s arrest, Donovan receives ethics complaint
ALACHUA -- An ethics complaint has been filed against Gainesville City Commissioner Jack Donovan in reference to remarks he made questioning the Alachua Police Department’s arrest last year of political activist Charlie Grapski. Fulwood’s firing sustained by city manager
HIGH SPRINGS -- High Springs City Manager Jim Drumm has reviewed High Springs Police Lt. Gordon Fulwood’s termination and has sustained the firing, with Drumm stating Fulwood had a history of exercising poor judgment. Economy leads to cancellation of Newberry event
NEWBERRY – Community Unity Day has been bringing together the residents of Newberry for the past three years. Hawthorne pays High Springs with police vehicles
HIGH SPRINGS – From patrolling the glitzy and grimy highways of Broward County to riding the oak-lined country roads of Hawthorne and now retiring in High Springs, these three have seen a lot but are still in top form. Don’t delay, get swine flu shots now, officials warn
With indicators detecting that the H1N1 Swine Flu could see an increase locally, the Alachua County Health Department is encouraging residents to get vaccinated for free. As ‘queen’ flies away, swarms of bees follow to find home
The members of the Alachua County Beekeepers Club advise residents to keep an eye out for swarms of bees that will be visiting the area in the next few weeks. Ray St. Louis Column: So-called socialism used by us for decades
“The Republican National Committee plans to raise money this election cycle through an aggressive campaign capitalizing on ‘fear’ of President Barack Obama and a promise to ‘save the country from trending toward socialism.’” Doggie parade Saturday in local ‘Bark for Life’ event
ALACHUA – In what likely will end up being a massive doggy parade, a one-mile-long dog walk to raise money for the American Cancer Society will be held at 1 p.m. this Saturday, March 13, at the Progress Corporate Park in Alachua. Time Capsule: A peek inside The Herald at life in the past
5 years ago: Many free programs offered in March at Alachua library
ALACHUA – The Alachua Branch Library is offering a number of programs in March for young children and teenagers alike. Give help simply by eating at Newberry eatery
NEWBERRY – You can help others just by eating. AARP to offer people free help with their taxes
Taxpayers with low or moderate income can receive help with their taxes through AARP Tax-Aid starting through April 15. Participants sought for Chili Cook Off
HIGH SPRINGS -- Participants are now being sought for the Third Annual O’Leno Chili Cook Off, set for Saturday, March 27 at O’Leno State Park. Free enrollment at Curves for grocery donation
ALACHUA – Curves, a women’s fitness club, is offering a free enrollment fee when people donate a bag of groceries to Alachua’s Food4Kids. Mebane Association hosts Founder’s Day on Sunday
ALACHUA -- The A.L. Mebane High School Alumni Association will sponsor a Founders Day Program at 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 14 at Paradise United Methodist Church in Alachua. Election forums set for Alachua
ALACHUA -- Alachua residents will have two opportunities to get to know those running in the upcoming city election. Student government host Special Olympc training day at Santa Fe
ALACHUA -- Jason Cacciotti stepped up to the plate at the kickball field. Bulletin: Make the Call, Earn a Reward
Here’s What To Do Look closely at each picture. If you know the wherabouts of any of these wanted individuals, please contact the Combined Communications Center at 352-955-1818. Or remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at 352-372- STOP. Callers are eligible for a reward of up to $1,000. Do NOT approach or attempt to apprehend any of these individuals. Remember, DO NOT APPROACH. If neces- sary, call 911. All Warrants Active At Time of Printing Sincerely, Sheriff Sadie Darnell Rules of the Road for Gatornationals It’s time for the annual NHRA Gatornationals to come to Alachua County. This year’s event is March 11-14. Each year, approximately 150,000 racers, their staff and visitors are drawn to the 4-day race event. Sheriff’s deputies urge visitors to “Play it Safe” by following the listed safety tips. Remove all valuables from the interior of your vehicle and lock them in the trunk. Always lock your vehicle and activate the alarm if you have one installed. Do not carry large sums of cash on your person. Be cautious at ATMs. Make sure that there is no one peering over your shoulder while you enter your PIN number, or while withdrawing cash. On the trip to the race track, leave early and expect delays. Pay close attention to law enforcement officials directing traffic at intersections close to the track. Be prepared to stop or be re-routed. Driving under the Influence (DUI) violations will be strictly enforced. Display ALL EVENT parking credentials from the rear view mirror or permanently attach to the driver’s side of the windshield prior to arriving at the track. Ticket sales, other than at designated booths, are prohibited on Gainesville Raceway property. All forms of gambling are a violation of track rules. Drink plenty of fluids to prevent injury. After the race, traffic on Saturday and Sunday will be directed either north or south from the race track. Do not turn around when sent one way with traffic. Directions are clearly posted to get you to your destination. In an emergency, contact law enforcement by dialing 9-1-1. Thursday, March 11, 2010 Page 2B George Freeman Black male, 3/5/70, 5-10, 165 lbs., black hair, brown eyes Currently wanted for: Violation of probation – battery Michael Cummings White male, 12/9/58, 5- 05, 140 lbs., brown hair, brown eyes Currently wanted for: Violation of probation – aggravated stalking Latroy Faulk Black male, 9/7/71, 5-08, 210 lbs., black hair, brown eyes Currently wanted for: Failure to pay child sup- port (4 counts) Stuart Terry Black male, 3/20/71, 6- 00, 175 lbs., black hair, brown eyes Currently wanted for: Violation of probation – Fraudulent use of another person’s identification (2 counts) Harold Ruppart McCullars White male, 01/06/66, 5’04’’, 160 lbs., black hair, brown eyes Currently wanted for: Stalking, Assault Harry Thompson Black male, 09/21/83, 5’08’’, 160 lbs., black hair, brown eyes Currently wanted for: Violation of probation, Sex offense victim 12 to 15 years of age Lessie Samuel Black female, 02/19/71, 5’02’’, 150 lbs., black hair, brown eyes Currently wanted for: Battery, Threatening victim/ witness Nicholas Dewayne Williams Black male, 01/31/84, 5’07’’, 150 lbs., black hair, brown eyes Currently wanted for: Battery, Criminal mischief Donald Edwards Black male, 5’8", 3/2/72, black hair, brown eyes Currently wanted for: Child support Neil Barber Black male, 5’11", 11/5/ 73, black hair, brown eyes Currently wanted for: Child support Kirk Shanks Black male, 6’1", 2/12/72, black hair, brown eyes Currently wanted for: Felony battery Darvis Baptiste Black male, 5’5", 8/15/75, black hair, brown eyes Currently wanted for: Child support 2 counts Coury Phillip Walters White male, 5’11", 4/10/ 89, brown hair, green eyes Currently wanted for: Theft, Resisting a retail merchant George M. Mack Black male, 5’09", 8/7/89, black hair, brown eyes Currently wanted for: Battery James Anthony Schaffer White male, 5’11", 8/15/ 68, brown hair, brown eyes Currently wanted for: Battery (2 counts) Jason Paul Sicely White male, 5’08", 11/9/ 87, brown hair, green eyes Currently wanted for: Theft
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