nf laonI in e. com Today's Weather ~tY*'~r-i High 860 F Precip: 0% Sunny. High 86F. Low 62F. Winds ESE 5 mph. Chance of rain 0%. For up to the minute weather go to www.nflaonline.com. See page 2A for complete seven day forecast. 135TH YEAR,". fl 21, 2 006 3,-SECTIONS 30 PAGES 500 INDEX Jail Notes ........ 11A Legal Notices ..... .11A Classifieds .. .1-5.7D Calendar ....... 3.5-7C Obituaries ......... 5A Did you know that eat- ing dinner frequently with your children re- duces their risk of sub- stance abuse? Research by The Na- tional Center on Addic- tion and Substance Abuse (CASA) at Columbia Uni- versity consistently finds that the more often chil- dren eat dinner with their families; the less likely they are to smoke, drink or use drugs. The conver- sations that go hand-in- hand with the dinner will help you learn more about your children's lives and better under- stand the challenges they face. CASA created Family Day -as A Day to Eat Din- ner with Your Children in 2001, as a national ef- fort to promote family dinners to help reduce substance abuse among children and teens. Family Day emphasizes the importance of regular family activities and en- courages Americans to make family dinners a regularfeature of their lives. Parental engage- ment is the single most effective strategy in pre- venting substance use. and abuse among youths. Children and teens who have frequent family dinners are at half the risk for substance abuse compared to teens who dine with their families infiequentlh. They are less likely to ha\e friends or classmates who use il- licit drugs or abuse pre- scription drugs. They have lower levels -of. ten- sion and stress at home. They are more likely to -ay their parents are proud of them and that they can confide in them as well. They are likelier to, get better grades in : see Family, Page 2A Look for Silver Pages Phone Directory INSIDE Kylie Williams is second unner-up in Susan K. Lamb, Special to the News Kylie Williams has been named the second Place runner-up in the 46Miss Florida pageant S for 2006-07. Williams, the reigning Miss Day- tona Beach, placed fourth m the pageant in 2005. In 2002, \Villiams competing as Miss .. .Ba meadow s, was a top 10 finalist tor NlIiks. Florida although she was one oi the OLingest competitors.: As Miss Bay meadows, she worked .- with Flornda MVIADD Director Andy Hi-nmdman on legislation designed to revward law en- forcement officers S with pay raises who ,'issue 100 DUIs in a .:. ear. In 2003, she competed in the -Ihs Florida contest R a l- h; lacksonville. h\lIile the competition at th i pageant i stItt Williams .,oni th: preliminarn evening gown interview and swimsuit competition. Kylie Williams is the picture of composure on stage. after being named the second runner-up in the Miss Florida pageant recently. Photo: Submitted Homeless Challenge Grant received through United Way of Suwannee Valley United Way of Suwannee Valley, in its role as the lead agency for the, Homeless Services Network of Suwannee Valley, received notification the agency was awarded $60,000 through the Depart- ment of Children and Families Home- less Continuum of Care Challenge Grants. The grant money will provide funds for four projects. Another Way will receive $27,344 to add a storage building on their existing property to enhance services to the agency's emergency shelter and transi- tional housing residents. Another Way . is the state-certified domestic violence center for Hamilton, Columbia and Lafayette counties. : Domestic violence victims either enter the shelter with everything they can es- cape with, or they enter the shelter with: only the clothes they have on and need , to get the necessities of life. The storagee building will allow clients to keep their possessions or to get clothes and other household necessities in'preparation for leaving the agency's facility. Catholic Charities will benefit from $27,344 for the operation of A Hand Up Center homeless, drop-in center. Those who are homeless can use the Center for assistance with short-term emergency shelter; showers; laundry; receipt of food appropriate for consumption with- out can openers, heating or refrigera- tion; receipt of hygiene products; mail delivery; telephone; and fax. ' While receiving these services, clients are provided referrals to mainstream services; and case management that may include potential reconnection with fam- see Homeless, Page 2A Gov Sept. 1 Whe ably mi Florid mission mourr Whe captiv fought Whe POW's ten stu press Sept tribute nation may er Miss Florida "Oh, wow, I was really excited to be second runner-up, but was even more excited with the preliminary awards," Williams said in a telephone interview. "I've always looked up to the top five in Miss Florida as I thought it was some unachievable goal and have always believed these women were such classy ladies," Williams added. Now, Williams, who could certainly be called a classy lady herself, is one of those top five. Williams, a country music singer, is well- known for her musical performances at many events and has entered many pageants. She was featured as one of the opening acts at a recent Suwannee River Jam and has per- formed at other Spirit of the Suwannee Music see Kylie, Page 2A POWIMIA recognition Day . Jeb Bush signed a proclamation declaring 15, 2006 as POW / MIA Recognition Day: ereas, Florida residents have served honor- n the nation's Armed Forces, and many of a's brave men and women are considered ig in action, causing a grateful nation to their fates; and ereas, thousands of Floridians have endured ity while serving in wars and conflicts t by the United States; and ereas, in' fulfilling their duties, Florida's s have defended American ideals while of- ffering indignities at the hands of their op- rs;- . 15, is set aside as a time to reflect and pay e to Floridians who, in the act of serving our , selflessly relinquished their freedom so we enjoy the blessings of liberty and peace, Ribbon cutting for senior's walking track of Suwamee Va. "What matters" 2006-2007 Campaign i6b0l UI)) IiS YEAR'S AMOUNT GOAL RAISED: $660,000 $185,709 ,Percentage raised: 28.1 W .. t report luncheon at Ujve Oak Church of God, Oct. 11 at noon Trouble sleeping? Waking up tired? We Can Help! North Florida Sleep Center at Trinity Community Hospit tal 506 NW 4th St., Jasper, FL 386-792-7267 Seniors at the Hamilton County Council on Aging can now enjoy their new walking track. During a ribbon cutting ceremony on Sept. 5, Ada Curry, interim director, thanked the local businesses and churches and other people who contributed to the project. She expressed her special ap- preciation to the Hamilton County Board of Commission- ers, and head of the County Road Department, Harry Cox and his staff for the labor on the walking track. Mike Williams, PCS public relations, and Cindi Foreman, Hamilton County Tourism and Economic Development, held the.ribbon as Ada Curry cut the ribbon. After the cer- emony, the seniors and their guests enjoyed lunch in the Council cafeteria. See more pictures on 9A. Staff Photo VOOKI For Kids 12 & Under I No Purchase Necessary Must Present Coupon Limit 1 Per Person Good 9/22/06 Only Li .- I 01 a 0 0 -Ys~a~s~R~- :: a.:. ass rr