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DAR celebration Maria Jefferson Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) will mark the beginning of Constitution Week on Saturday with a Bells Across America celebration in the Plaza de la Constitucion.

Ponte Vedra man's probation modified
A Ponte Vedra Beach man who has been waiting since April for space to open up at a residential drug treatment program was released from jail this week with a modified probation term.

Several tips for fighting the constant dust battle
Dear Readers: Dust in our homes is a never-ending problem -- it seems that we've just dusted and it's back. Here are some hints to help control dust -- we will never conquer it.

Today in History
Today is Friday, Sept. 16, the 259th day of 2005. There are 106 days left in the year.

Neighbors: News, notes from West Augustine ...
What's up, Record readers? Unemployed and can't seem to find a decent job? Would you like to change careers? Well, Work Source is sponsoring a job fair from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Tuesday.

Column of the Day: Dave Chappelle gives an ambiguous answer
"Is 'I don't know' an acceptable answer?" -- Dave Chappelle, who walked away from his hit Comedy Central show, when asked about his future plans.

Correction
DAR celebration Maria Jefferson Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) will mark the beginning of Constitution Week on Saturday with a Bells Across America celebration in the Plaza de la Constitucion.

Neighbors: News and notes from Hastings ...
Students at South Woods Elementary School were all decked out in red, white and blue this week in honor of Constitution Week.

Traditional recipes from the Amish
Traditional Potato Soup

Former resident shares stories of Katrina'sdevastation
Jefferson Parish officials allowed us to return to our home last week in Metairie for a quick look, temporary repairs and securing valuables.

Hearty breakfast dish can be just as tasty for dinner
Starting a special day, a holiday or weekend with a hearty burst of taste for breakfast or brunch isn't at all a bad idea, given the well-known rewards of even a modest effort in the kitchen.

Movie making contest coming
Movie Stunt, Inc is sponsoring a movie making contest from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sept. 24 in Jacksonville.

Bio: Poker champ didn't play all his cards right
Poker has so permeated the national consciousness in recent years -- with games on TV, best-selling books and even a weekly column in The New York Times -- it's easy to forget that the game long dwelled in a dark corner of the American psyche.

Life in a Nutshell: That awful scourge known as e-mail
What did we used to do in the days before e-mail, and by golly, can we please go back?

Husky Howl held Saturday
A first for the St. Johns County community, pet owners are invited to bring any and all Siberian huskies to The Husky Howl and Picnic held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Treaty Park, 1595 Wildwood Drive.

'Do Black Patent Leather Shoes Really Reflect up?' a warmhearted musical spoof
I must confess that I wasn't too thrilled at the prospect of watching little second-graders prancing about on stage. A wave of relief swept over me when it turned out to be eight talented, exuberant young adults -- four men, four women -- posing as second-graders in a Catholic elementary school, suffering the discipline being imposed upon them by a nurturing priest and three nuns.

10 fall novels to watch out for
Booksellers and others who attended BookExpo, the national book industry trade show in New York, say there's no single fall book creating a "buzz." Still, there's no shortage of books from authors to give us pleasure. Here are 10 novels to watch for, based on the authors' reputations and publishers' enthusiasm.

People: The Donald makes his soap opera debut
NEW YORK (AP) -- Britney Spears, who sang "I'm not a girl, not yet a woman," is now a mother -- and she's "ecstatic" about it.

The Wall Street Journal best-sellers list
Fiction 1. "Eldest: Inheritance, Book II" by Christopher Paolini (Knopf Books for Young Readers)

New releases from Tim O'Brien feature bluegrass as an ingredient, not a genre
TIM O'BRIEN, "Cornbread Nation," Sugar Hill

Out and About
Allison's Fly by Caf

Author tackles workforce again in anticipated 'Bait and Switch'For release Friday, September 9 and thereafter
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Community effort
After Hurricane Katrina tore through the Gulf Coast area, members of the arts and entertainment community often talked about the images they saw on television, the friends they have in the destructed areas, and the hurricane-ravaged images of Florida a year ago.

Slaughterhouse film 'Peaceable Kingdom' puts animal rights on the table
Following the publication of Upton Sinclair's hard-hitting, 1906 novel "The Jungle," which detailed the grim realities of the Chicago meat packing industry, the author wrote in an essay, "I aimed at the public's heart and by accident, I hit it in the stomach," Now, nearly eighty years later, a documentary about the inhumane conditions that still exist in that industry again aims for the heart, but this time, squarely hits its target.

Events Calendar: Through Friday, Sept. 23
The dance will be held from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Elks Lodge, 1420 A1A S. DJ Tom Stoiber will spin throughout the night, and Donna Dean will give free tango lessons from 7 to 7:30 p.m. A $5 donation is accepted. There will be a cash bar and attendees may bring their own snacks, water and sodas.

Auditions, exhibitions and more
ImprovJacksonville comedy club will hold open auditions from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday and from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the theater, 140 W. Monroe St., on Hemingway Plaza, Jacksonville. Those interested should register at www.improvjacksonville.com or call Gary Blevins at (904) 859-3184 or Aimee Jones at (904) 535-0670. Reservations are strongly suggested. Headshots are welcomed but not mandatory.

Correction
An article in last week's Compass incorrectly stated the job title of Kathie Kale and the source of proceeds going to the American Red Cross for Hurricane Katrina victims.

Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra offers a selection filled with 'emotion and power'
The Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra (JSO) opens its 56th season today at 8 p.m. at the Moran Theater with the first of two Symphonic Retro acts:

New on disc: Death Cab for Cutie's 'Plans'
Relax, fans -- the only evidence that Death Cab for Cutie signed a major-label deal is on the spine of the new album, where it reads "Atlantic" instead of "Barsuk."

Capsule reviews of new films
"Lord of War" -- Andrew Niccol does satire, from the brilliantly pointed ("The Truman Show," which he wrote) to the oppressively heavy-handed ("Simone," which he wrote and directed).

Quilts: Show and Share Day
Four local quilt artists are showing their work at the Butterfield Garage Art Gallery through Oct. 4. The gallery invites the public to show and share their quilts from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday at 137 King St.

"Just Like Heaven'
"Just Like Heaven" is a sweet little nothing that is barely there, about a girl who isn't there at all.

Local jukebox presents The Committee's start from scratch and funky twists of rock's classics
An encyclopedia drum-set and a string-less guitar were all the guidance musicians Tim Jackson and Trey Brewer needed.

Two new painting exhibitions open at JMOMA
Through studio visits conducted throughout the Southeast, chief curator George Kinghorn of the Jacksonville Museum of Modern Art brought together 11 artists who may reflect the continued viability of painting as a rich means of expression. Exhibit "30th Parallel: A Convergance of Contemporary Painting," recently opened and will show through Jan. 4.

Weather clears and surf fishing picks up
I am here to tell you that things are back to normal, so get ready for fun.

Grocers cautiously monitoring supplies
WASHINGTON -- As the effects of Hurricane Katrina ripple throughout the economy, shoppers' grocery bills are expected to edge upward in the coming weeks as food companies grapple with soaring fuel costs, damaged facilities and choked-off transportation routes.

Dutch treat
Click, clack, click, clack. I hear the horse and buggy approaching.

Apples are the star in this crispy dessert
Apples are available year round, but they never seem more mouthwatering than at apple-picking time. Fresh from the tree, apples are appealing as a crisp fruit to bite into -- but also as an ingredient as we go back to the kitchen and to baking.

Datil contest winner hails from West Palm
Datil B Good Hot Sauce has awarded its national casserole contest grand prize to Shirley Sant of West Palm Beach, for her Caribbean Pork with Sweet Potatoes Casserole.

Shoo fly! Getoff of my pie!
The pages containing these two recipes are tattered and stained from years of use, the recipes handed down from generation to generation in my family.

Russian cooking class at FCTI
Chef David Bearl will conduct a Russian cooking class from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the First Coast Technical Institute's School of Culinary Arts.

Recipe Finder: Friendship Bread
Doris Bell of Baltimore was looking for a recipe for an Amish Friendship Bread.

Grilled vegetables perfect way to beat the heat
CONCORD, N.H. -- Keep it simple.

Prevention is the best strategy for keeping back pain at bay
The person who coined the phrase "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" probably had lower back pain.

Soft drinks are a leading source of dietary sugar
Some people deride them as "sugar water," others as "liquid candy." Never favorites with dietitians or parents, sodas are receiving more and more nutritional heat these days -- and the drumbeat to run them out of schools is growing louder.

DEAR DR. DONOHUE: Night sweats not usually a sign of illness
DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I would love you to address the problem of night sweats. I live in a climate that is cool at night all year round, but I drench my nightgown and bedclothes every night. What's causing this? -- A.K.

'Mini-Maze' may solve rapid heartbeats
This summer, Bevan Dupre got tired of feeling like a human time bomb.

Dr. Donohue: Many new medicines for Crohn's disease
DEAR DR. DONOHUE: This past winter, at age 69, I was diagnosed with Crohn's disease. Is this unusual for someone of my age? I am currently on medicines that are not giving me good control. Are there any new medicines for Crohn's? My niece, a nurse, says there are. -- V.W.

Judge: Pledge in public schools unconstitutional
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- A federal judge declared the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance in public schools unconstitutional Wednesday, which could put the issue on track for another round of Supreme Court arguments.

Roberts heads toward likely confirmation
WASHINGTON -- Life won't be all black robes and long meetings if John Roberts becomes the next chief justice. There are the soccer games and swim meets, too.

Bacteria and lead biggest contaminants of New Orleans floodwater
WASHINGTON -- Sewage-related bacteria and lead from unknown sources are the two contaminants most evident in tests of the floodwaters in New Orleans, although high levels of hexavalent chromium, used in industrial plating, and arsenic, used in treating wood, have also been found.

Google boosts 'blogging' craze, adds a new specialty search engine
SAN FRANCISCO -- A new Google Inc. specialty search engine sifts through the Internet's millions of frequently updated personal journals, a long-anticipated development expected to help propel "blogging" into the cultural mainstream.

Energy Dept. clears way for moving radioactive waste
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Almost 12 million tons of radioactive waste will be moved from the banks of the Colorado River, the source of drinking water for more than 25 million people across the West, the government said Wednesday,

Study: Adult use of ADHD medicines doubles in four years
TRENTON, N.J. -- Use of prescription drugs for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is growing at a faster rate among adults than children, new research shows.

Delta and Northwest file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
Delta Air Lines Inc. and Northwest Airlines Corp., hobbled by high fuel costs and heavy debt and pension obligations, filed for bankruptcy protection from creditors Wednesday, becoming the third and fourth major carriers to enter Chapter 11 since the 2001 terrorist attacks.

Militants kill 7 Afghans carrying voter cards
SHOMALI PLAINS, Afghanistan (AP) -- Militants killed seven Afghans carrying voter ID cards, while hundreds of rockets and other weapons were found Wednesday buried in the desert near Kabul, raising fears of attacks on the capital with landmark elections just days away.

National Report: Commission: U.S. did not know of Atta before attacks
WASHINGTON -- Former members of the Sept. 11 commission on Wednesday dismissed assertions that a Pentagon intelligence unit identified lead hijacker Mohamed Atta as an member of al-Qaida long before the 2001 attacks.

Trial begins in second Vioxx liability case
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. -- A product liability case blaming a man's heart attack on the painkiller Vioxx started Wednesday, with his lawyer telling jurors the drug's maker put profits over safety. Manufacturer Merck & Co. asserted there were other causes for the heart attack.

Ophelia stalls, soaks N.C. coast
SALTER PATH, N.C. -- Hurricane Ophelia crawled along the North Carolina coast on Thursday, prolonging its punishment of the Outer Banks with rain and wind as coastal residents elsewhere returned home to damaged homes and businesses.

Heavy rain hits coast as Ophelia picks up strength and closes in on N.C.
CAROLINA BEACH, N.C. -- Hurricane Ophelia lashed the North Carolina coast with high winds and heavy rains Wednesday, beginning an anticipated two-day assault that threatened serious flooding.

Another study links global warming to more severe hurricanes
The world's oceans have spawned ever-stronger hurricanes over the past 35 years, according to a new study that finds no clear trend in storm frequency or duration but supports a tantalizing link between increasing intensities and rising sea surface temperatures.

Catholics, Britain incredulous as Orangemen deny role in Belfast riots
BELFAST, Northern Ireland -- Catholics demanded sterner restrictions on the Orange Order, the Protestant brotherhood at the center of rioting this week in Belfast, after the group's leaders rejected any responsibility Wednesday for the street chaos.

Roberts concludes confirmation testimony
WASHINGTON -- Judge John G. Roberts Jr. tried to reassure wavering Senate Democrats Thursday that he is not a hard-edged ideologue, as some of them fear, but could be counted on to respect the rule of law as chief justice of the United States.

Government prepares to stockpile bird flu vaccine
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Mass production of a new vaccine that promises to protect against bird flu is poised to begin, as the government on Thursday agreed to stockpile $100 million worth of inoculations.

Bush: 'City will rise again'
NEW ORLEANS -- President Bush promised Thursday night the government will pay most of the costs of rebuilding the hurricane-ravaged Gulf Coast in one of the largest reconstruction projects the world has ever seen. "There is no way to imagine America without New Orleans, and this great city will rise again," the president said.

Red Cross says security request kept them away
BATON ROUGE, La. -- In the days immediately following the flooding of New Orleans, as scenes of anguish and desperation at the Superdome played out on television screens nationwide, the Red Cross was blocked from delivering relief by state emergency management officials because police and military personnel were unable to rein in the chaos on the streets, a senior Red Cross official said Wednesday.

Citrus County couple pleads no contest to torturing their kids
INVERNESS -- The abuse was horrific: A couple tortured and starved five of their adopted children. Sometimes they pulled out toenails with pliers. Other times they used an electric cattle prod and bondage equipment on the children, ages 12 to 17.

Gay-straight group's application denied
Pedro Menendez High School denied an application Thursday for a Gay-Straight Student Discussion Group, said Michelle Fee, 16, a junior at the school.

Go & Do
TODAY

San Sebastian development ready to begin
After more than a decade of deliberation, developers broke ground Thursday on a $70-million housing and retail project, beginning the revitalization of the St. Augustine's western entrance.

County commission imposes temporary building moratorium along Old A1A
The St. Johns Board of County Commissioners has imposed a temporary building moratorium along Old A1A in Summer Haven while they seek a permanent way to keep the road from washing out.

Pension benefit agency faces rising shortfalls
WASHINGTON -- The government agency that guarantees worker pensions could see its liabilities quadruple over the next decade, jeopardizing the benefits of millions of retirees, a new report says.

College's plates to be discontinued unless 252 sold by June
The Flagler College specialty license plate, as well as the money it raises for the school, may disappear by next year if more people don't buy the tag.

Bush labels Venezuela's effortsto stop drug shipments 'failure'
WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Bush said Thursday that Venezuela "failed demonstrably" to make a concerted effort to block shipments of illicit narcotics to the United States and Europe last year.

Tournament deadline approaching
The deadline is approaching to register for the Timberlin Creek Elementary School Golf Tournament. The four-person scramble tournament will take place Sept. 25 at the Slammer and Squire course.

Bush approves plan to close military bases
WASHINGTON -- President Bush on Thursday endorsed a plan for closing 22 major military bases and reconfiguring 33 others, leaving their fate to Congress.

Corrections
Date wrong -- The West Augustine Community Redevelopment Agency meeting was held Sept. 12. The date was incorrect in Thursday's West Augustine Neighbors column.

First lady stresses education in fight against AIDS
NEW YORK-- First lady Laura Bush, addressing a group of her African peers about the AIDS crisis on their continent, said Thursday that education and compassion were the keys to progress in stopping the spread of the deadly disease.

Pilot helps with unusual rescue
JACKSONVILLE -- Pilot Charles Huggett rescues people all the time, but this rescue was a little different for him.

Number of West Nile virus cases falls
West Nile virus cases have fallen dramatically from their peak two years ago, even as the mosquito-borne disease completes its migration across the United States to cover most of California.

Suspect arrested in samurai robbery
JACKSONVILLE (AP) -- Police say they have arrested the man who used a samurai sword to rob a lunchtime crowd of $32.

Gasoline prices are finally starting to drop
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'State of the Schools' forum planned
The community is invited to join Superintendent of Schools Joseph Joyner as he talks about the "State of the Schools" in St. Johns County and shares the School Board's goals for the 2005-2006 school year.

Police Report: JAIL LOG
Boice, Frank Allan, 43, St. Augustine. Charge: Reckless driving. (SJCSO)

Disaster relief effort announced
Gary and Diane Heavin, founders of Curves, have offered to match every dollar donated to their disaster relief fund, up to $1,000 per Curves club.

Hurricane Relief
The Fraternal Order of Eagles, St. Augustine Surgery Center and Tree of Life Industries are asking locals to fill their semi truck with supplies for Katrina victims.

Student lobbies for Gay-Straight Alliance
Her school has a Spanish club, a Bible study club, and a sign language club. Michelle Fee thought it was about time for her school to have a Gay-Straight Alliance club.

Pilot escapes crash unhurt
Curt Walkins of Ponte Vedra was enjoying a ride in his new plane Wednesday evening when the engine failed just north of St. Augustine. The choices before him were to land in the trees or the marsh of Ponte Vedra. He chose the marsh.

Sex offender accused of calling girl
A registered sex offender is being held in jail without bond after sheriff's deputies say he called two young girls, ages 7 and 8, whose pictures were in The Record for helping raise funds to aid Hurricane Katrina victims.

Police Report: Chainsaws stolen from storage box
hree chainsaws and two tool boxes valued at $1,070 were stolen from a pickup truck in the parking lot at Ray's Tire, 1371 U.S. 1, between Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office.

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Emil Andrew Zagorski
Emil Andrew Zagorski, 68, of St. Augustine, died Sept. 10 at Flagler Hospital. Mr. Zagorski was a native of Bayside, N.Y. He formerly worked in construction and served in the U.S. Navy.

Michael William Colligan
Michael William Colligan, 54, of Tampa, died Sept. 11, 2005, at his home. Mr. Colligan was a native of New York and attended Fordham College. Mr. Colligan served his country from 1968-1971 in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and was formerly an executive with a national restaurant chain.

Diane Merredith Sykes
Diane Merredith Sykes, 60, of Vilano Beach, died Sept. 7, 2005, at her home. Mrs. Sykes grew up at Sportsman's Lodge in Welaka with her parents, Forrest Cecil and Bernice Wood. She resided most of her adult life in Jacksonville and St. Augustine. Mrs. Sykes was a graduate of Terry Parker High School and attended Jacksonville University.

Anna Kothstein Bickel
Anna Kothstein Bickel, formerly of St. Augustine, 25 years, and formerly of Bucks County, Pa., 60 years, passed away in Tucson, Ariz. on May 5, 2005. She was 88. Preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, William Cleveland Bickel, Anna is survived by three children, William S. (Barbara) Bickel, of Tucson, Arleen J. Watkins, of Tucson, and Donald J. Bickel, of Lincoln, Mont.; five grandchildren, Heather (Jay) Terman, Trevor (Misty) Bickel, John (Heather) Watkins, Brian (Lisl) Watkins, Joel Watkins; three great-grandchildren, Alexandra Watkins, Evan Watkins, Cort Bickel; and sister, Josephine (Robert) Ziegler, of Pennsylvania.

Mae Clara Rowe
Mae Clara Rowe, 78, of St. Augustine, died Sept. 13, 2005, at Manor of The Green Nursing Home. Mrs. Rowe was a native of Norman, Ga., and had resided in St. Augustine for more than 40 years. Mrs. Rowe was a homemaker, a Baptist and a member of No Cross, No Crown Christian Faith Assembly.

James C. Bell
James C. Bell Sr., 67, of Jacksonville, died Sept. 9, 2005, at Shands Hospital. Mr. Bell was a native of Pidcock, Ga., and a former resident of St. Augustine living in Jacksonville for the past 20 years. Mr. Bell was a former cook at Marty's Seafood Restaurant and he served his country in the U.S. Army.

Anita Marie Hampton
Anita Marie Hampton, 54, of St. Augustine, passed away Sept. 8, 2005 after a long battle with cancer. She was born Aug. 24, 1951, in Detroit, Mich., the first daughter of Arthur and Cyrlena Aldrich of Houghton Lake, Mich. She graduated from Haslett High School in 1970 and has been employed with the Davidson Development Corporation at the World Golf Village in St. Augustine since 1998. She married Michael R. Hampton in 1971 and was the beloved mother of two children, Jennifer M. (Ralph) Hampton-Elliott and Michael B. (Stacie) Hampton. She was known most for her motherly instincts to everyone she met, and her love and devotion to family and friends. She is survived by her parents, her children, her grandmother, Margaret Wendtland, four grandchildren, Alec Michael, Tyler Michael, Breanna Michelle and Lucas Paul Hampton; two brothers, Arthur G. Aldrich Jr. and Charles F. (Christine) Aldrich and two sisters, Patricia A. Aldrich-Hurni and Colleen Y. (Scott) Aldrich-Westerman.

Column of the Day: Law enforcement more prepared since Sept. 11
Having just observed the Sept. 11 anniversary, I have been asked a lot this month about what have we learned from this event and whether law enforcement have become more prepared. The universal answer to this question is yes.

Letter: Nease band says 'thanks'
Editor: The Nease Band's plight to find funding to allow the band to travel with the Nease Football team to the recent showdown in Hoover, Ala., was well-documented in the media. Through the generosity of the Ponte Vedra community and local corporations and through the hard work of our band kids, we were able to raise the funds we needed for the trip. It was an amazing experience for these students! Thank you!

Letter: Katrina; government did too little, too late
Editor: In the letter published in The Record Sept. 4, the writer was correct, up to a point.

Letter: Real Christians?
Editor: In response to a recent letter "The American Taliban," here is just a short list of those who do not fit into the writer's wonderful and lacking definition of "Real" Christians: Jesus Of Nazareth (AKA God), Peter, Paul, James, John, Matthew, Mark, Luke, Timothy, Thomas, Andrew; all the First, Second and Third Century founders of the Church, Martin Luther, D.L. Moody, Martin Luther King Jr., Mother Theresa, Pope John Paul II, Pope Benedict, Billy Graham, Corrie TenBoom (who saved Jewish men and woman and children and lost her family to the Nazi's during World War II).

Here's the skinny on rising health costs
All of us feel the pinch of out-of-control health care costs. It's not just in the doctor bills we pay. It's reflected in the cost of our health insurance and our prescriptions.

Perspective: When FEMA met Katrina, disaster ensued
As New Orleans slowly drains and the search for survivors continues, many are asking: Could President Bush possibly have picked anyone less qualified than Michael D. Brown to run the Federal Emergency Management Agency?

Letter: Katrina: Three national dangers
Editor: I simply want to reinforce what a recent letter writer said in his letter "The American Taliban" published Sept. 3rd.

Our country's very own perfect storms
"In peace and prosperity states and individuals have better sentiments, because they do not find themselves suddenly confronted with imperious necessities;

Letter: Katrina: White House whitewash
Editor: The $3 billion U.S. dollars donated yearly to build a Jewish state in occupied Palestine is a fraud of biblical proportions. American money is needed in America now more than ever.

Editorial: They grow up so fast
The relationship between school administrators and their students must be a lot like that of parents and their kids -- but on a more difficult scale.

Editorial: Around the World
Read excerpts from editorials around the world on the weeks most-discussed topics.

Perspective: Around the world
Asahi Shimbun, Toyko, on election results:

Bridge is dedicated in honor of Michael Gannon
When Michael Gannon comes back to St. Augustine as he often does, he now has a special bridge at the Mission of Nombre de Dios.

Lozier installed at Cathedral pastor
The Rev. Tim Lozier was installed as pastor of the Cathedral-Basilica of St. Augustine on Aug. 28, the feast day of its patron saint, also patron saint of the Diocese of St. Augustine and the city of St. Augustine.

Hospice remembrance service Thursday
A Hospice service of remembrance continues from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Thursday at Anastasia Baptist Church, 1650 A1A S.

Lighthouse youth say the revolution has begun
Recently the student ministry at Lighthouse Church of God decided they were no longer going to allow their Goliaths laugh at them, no more would they follow the cries of a lost generati

Episcopal diocese lends helping hand to Florida victims of '04 hurricanes
Episcopal Relief and Development has provided $91,200 in grants to the Diocese of Florida to help 14 families, two parishes, Camp Weed and agricultural workers in the diocese to recover from the damage causes by the 2004 hurricanes.

Local Religion Notes
Read an overview of religious events happening throughout St. Johns County in the coming days.

Churches urged to offer prayers for Habitat
Area churches have been asked to unite in prayer Sunday for the Habitat for Humanity program.

Risky rebirth
VAN LEAR, Ky. -- In a scene from days of old, the Rev. Ted Dawson stood waist-deep in an eastern Kentucky creek waiting to dip two new converts beneath the surface in a traditional Appalachian baptismal service.

International Briefs
Katrina God's punishment

Greek festival set for October
The Eighth Annual Greek Festival hosted by Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church will be held from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Oct. 7 and 8 at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, A1A South.

Give back what you stole from your employer and pray for forgiveness
Q: A few years ago, I stole some money from my company, and they never knew it was even gone. But six months ago I became a Christian, and now I'm wondering if I need to do something to make this right. What do you think? I don't want to lose my job. -- T.G.

Special events at CPL
"Creating Loving Relationships" is the theme of the Rev. Elizabeth Clair's talk at 10 a.m. Sunday. This is part of a month-long series titled "Love In Action." Food and conversation follow the service.

Global warming UU topic; 'What's New' forum also set
"Global Warming: An Ethical Response" is the topic at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, at the Unitarian-Universalist Fellowship.

Calvary Assembly changes its name to Bridge of Life
After nearly 30 years in the community, a small church has finally decided to spread its wings.

Column: Clemens adds to his greatness at crucial time
HOUSTON -- Brett Favre lighting up Monday night with four touchdown passes less than 24 hours after his father, Irving, died.

Fantasy forecast
Record sports writer Hays Carlyon breaks down this week's NFL fantasy hits and misses:

WEEK 4 GAMES
NEASE (1-1) at FLEMING ISLAND (1-1)

County's smallest programs FSDB, St. Joseph, relish perfect start
The story of the 2005 season could go any number of ways.

Baker gets shot at redemption
GAINESVILLE -- Florida receiver Dallas Baker sat on the metal bench with a white towel draped over his head and stared at the ground.

With sadness, Clemens pitches Astros past Marlins
HOUSTON -- Roger Clemens dug his spikes into the dirt and stared momentarily at the ground before throwing his first pitch. He knew his mother would have wanted him on the mound.

Young 'Noles making mark early in season
TALLAHASSEE -- It has taken only two games for Florida State's youth brigade to make its mark, including a pair of redshirt freshmen at quarterback and a true freshman who leads the team in punt return yardage.

Phillies club Braves; Jones hits 50th HR
PHILADELPHIA -- Reserve infielder Ramon Martinez hit his first career grand slam, leading the Philadelphia Phillies to a 12-4 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Wednesday night.

PIGSKIN EXTRA
Rivals by proximity only, this game always draws a healthy, lively crowd from both schools. So far, the atmosphere has been the treat of the series because the games have never resembled being competitive.

Both Leaks at Florida will be of major concern for Tennessee on Saturday
GAINESVILLE -- C.J. Leak doesn't have a defined role at Florida. It's not too different from his three years at Tennessee.

Today on TV
Friday, Sept. 16

The Roundup
NEW YORK -- Florida State and Miami will again open their seasons against each other on Labor Day in 2006, but ESPN will be televising the game in primetime instead of ABC, which has carried the game the past two seasons.

Still Going Strong
JACKSONVILLE -- Jimmy Smith feels older every day, mostly because his youthful Jacksonville teammates constantly tease him about his age.

Toms rushed to hospital at 84 Lumber Classic
FARMINGTON, Pa. -- Shaun Micheel could be forgiven as a potentially great round turned into a very good one at the 84 Lumber Classic. Once playing partner David Toms was rushed to a hospital with a racing pulse, Micheel had a lot more on his mind than golf.

Richt still looking for balance in Georgia's offense
ATHENS, Ga. -- With No. 7 Georgia's first two games examined as a whole, its offense would not seem to be a cause for concern.

Pivotal weekend for Sunshine State powers
The state of football in Florida will become much clearer Saturday.

Buccaneers preparing for tough Bills defense
TAMPA, Fla. -- Much more was expected from Minnesota's upgraded defense last week. On spec, the Vikings were supposed to better in 2005.

Nease volleyball team knocks off menendez in three
In a series long-since dominated by the Falcons, the Panthers won their third consecutive match dating back to last season on Wednesday night. Nease won 25-20, 20-25, 25-21, 25-12 in a battle of two of the top-ranked teams in Class 4A. Prior to the last three Nease wins, Menendez had won every meeting.

LOCAL QUICK PITCHES
Pre-sale SAHS-Menendez football tickets today

Today on TV
Thursday, Sept. 15

Kansas City trips up White Sox again
KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- John Buck hit a two-run double to key Kansas City's four-run seventh inning, and the Royals beat Chicago 7-5 on Thursday to cut the White Sox's lead over idle Cleveland in the AL Central to 41/2 games.

Miss Do-It-All
The year was a little fuzzy, but Dawn Madden remembered the player.

LOCAL EVENTS
FRIDAY, SEPT. 16

Local Quick Pitches
Pre-sale tickets for SAHS-Menendez football game

Bartram trail boys win county golf title
The Bartram Trail boys golf team captured their second straight St. Johns County title Wednesday.

The Roundup
BALI, Indonesia (AP) -- Top-seeded Lindsay Davenport began her bid for a fourth title this season by beating Rika Fujiwara of Japan 6-3, 6-2 to reach the quarterfinals of the Wismilak International on Wednesday.

Meyer's offense gets first real test against Tennessee
GAINESVILLE -- Can Urban Meyer's spread offense be successful in the Southeastern Conference?

Local Events
GOLF: St. Augustine at Clay, 3:30 p.m.; Flagler Palm Coast vs. Father Lopez (at Daytona Municipal Golf Course), 3:30 p.m.; Menendez (girls) at Middleburg, 3:30 p.m.

FWC meetings give public a chance to voice their opinions
he Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission has published a summery of its proposed rule changes for the 2006-2007 hunting and fishing seasons.

Loomis leaves Gordon's team to join Petty Enterprises
CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Robbie Loomis stepped down as Jeff Gordon's crew chief Wednesday, four days after the team failed to make NASCAR's Chase for the championship.

Report cites officer error in shooting
JACKSONVILLE (AP) -- An internal Jacksonville Sheriff's Office investigation into the shootings of two men at a gas station prompted a recommendation that the first officer on the scene be fired for incompetence.

Former Cuban political prisoner sues Castro for $50 million, alleging torture
MIAMI (AP) -- A former political prisoner in Cuba, who says he was repeatedly tortured with drugs and electric shocks, sued Fidel Castro's government Thursday for $50 million in damages in a case aimed partly at exposing what Castro opponents call his brutality toward dissidents.

Clerk charged with urinating in soda bottle
DELTONA (AP) -- A convenience store clerk was charged Thursday with felony tampering after allegedly urinating in a bottle of soda that was later drunk by a customer who became violently sick.

Gov. Bush orders DCF to resume required visits
TALLAHASSEE -- Gov. Jeb Bush told the Department of Children & Families to rescind a gasoline-saving measure that temporarily suspended required monthly visits by social workers to many of the state's nearly 50,000 foster children.

Gov. Bush against constitutional requirement for anti-smoking spending
TALLAHASSEE -- Gov. Jeb Bush said Thursday he is opposed to a proposed citizens initiative that would earmark millions from Florida's settlement with the tobacco industry for youth smoking prevention programs.

Sponsors promise clarified Lunsford Act
TALLAHASSEE -- Lawmakers plan to amend a law named for Jessica Lunsford, a 9-year-old girl who was allegedly kidnapped and slain by a convicted sex offender, after receiving complaints it could keep legitimate workers and others from school properties.

No charges filed in accidental death
TALLAHASSEE (AP) -- Former Tallahassee mayor and commissioner Penny Herman won't face criminal charges for backing over her elderly neighbor, police said.

Van carrying inmates struck
MIAMI (AP)-- Nine federal inmates and two U.S. Marshals were taken to area hospitals Thursday after their van was forced off Interstate 95 and rolled at least twice -- an incident allegedly caused by a hit-and-run driver.

Officials look at ways to find 31,000 Florida teachers
ORLANDO -- State education officials are devising ways to recruit the 31,000 new teachers Florida will need for the 2006-07 school year to fill vacancies and help local districts meet requirements to lower the number of students per class.

Cocoa Beach celebrates 40 years since debut of 'I Dream of Jeannie'
COCOA BEACH -- This city has been linked to "I Dream of Jeannie" ever since a jingle in the opening of the TV show's first season in 1965 told how a rash but comely genie followed Capt. Tony Nelson "back to Cocoa Beach, a mythical town in a mythical state called Florida."

Afghan candidates make final appeal to voters
KABUL, Afghanistan -- Candidates in minivans with bullhorns wove through Kabul's chaotic traffic Thursday making final pitches for legislative elections seen as a key move toward stability after a quarter-century of war.

Israeli court upholds nation's right to build barrier
JERUSALEM -- The Israeli Supreme Court on Thursday upheld the nation's right to build a separation barrier on land inside the West Bank, though it ordered the government to reconfigure a section because it left five Palestinian villages isolated.

Smugglers sneak weapons into Gaza after Israeli soldiers withdraw
RAFAH, Gaza Strip -- Palestinian gunrunners smuggl

World Report: U.S. refuses North Korean nuclear reactor demand
BEIJING -- North Korea insisted Wednesday it should get a nuclear reactor to generate electricity in exchange for abandoning atomic weapons development, but the main U.S. envoy at disarmament talks said Washington and its partners have no intention of meeting the demand.

Wife of former Yugoslav president absent at trial
BELGRADE, Serbia-Montenegro -- A judge ordered the arrest Thursday of the wife of former Yugoslav President Slobodan Milosevic for failing to attend her corruption trial in Belgrade.

Bomb attacks continue in Iraq; two-day toll rises to 190
BAGHDAD, Iraq -- Insurgents believed to be allied to Abu Musab al-Zarqawi's group al-Qaida in Iraq kept up bombings in the capital on Thursday, launching strikes that brought the two-day death toll here to more than 190.

Explosions destroy Mexican fireworks market
TULTEPEC, Mexico -- A fire engulfed Mexico's most famous fireworks market Thursday, setting off a chain of explosions in a town northeast of the nation's capital that destroyed hundreds of open-air stands just ahead of Independence Day celebrations.

Iranian president takes defiant stance
UNITED NATIONS -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, making his first trip to the United States, introduced himself to the U.S. media Thursday morning, displaying a dash of defiance at U.S. charges over Iran's nuclear program and a warning that the era of big-power dominance in international relations has ended.

Egypt struggles to control Gaza border
RAFAH, Egypt (AP) -- Palestinians blasted holes in an Israeli-built wall and overwhelmed Egyptian troops on the Gaza border to flow by the hundreds into Egypt on Thursday, foiling attempts to impose control after days of unhindered crossings.

Al-Qaida bombings in Baghdad kill at least 160
BAGHDAD, Iraq -- A man in the small van called out to the day laborers shortly after dawn in Oruba Square, saying he had work for them. When they approached, a witness said, the man set off his explosives.

Hunger strike at Guantanamo grows
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico -- A hunger strike at the U.S. prison for terror suspects in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, has grown to its largest point since detainees began their latest protest more than a month ago, a military official said Thursday.

Annan urges summit leaders to restore U.N.'s credibility
UNITED NATIONS -- After a year of mounting criticism, Secretary-General Kofi Annan defended the United Nations on Wednesday and urged global leaders to restore the organization's credibility by adopting broad reforms needed for the world to act together to tackle poverty, terrorism and conflict.

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