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Today's News

  • District Champs

    Playing against a much improved Suwannee Bulldog team, the Williston Red Devils had to reach down deep after a slow start to down the Bulldogs 67-53, cinching the district title.

    The Bulldogs were able to keep the game close in the first quarter with their 3-point shooting as the first quarter ended with the Red Devils holding a 19-17 lead.

    The Red Devils stepped up their defense in the second quarter and the Bulldogs were able to cash in at the foul line to keep the game in reach as the Red Devils held a 37-28 lead.

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  • Sheriff's Reports

    The Levy County Sheriff’s Office reports the following arrests:

    Tommy Lee Green, 19, of Inglis, disorderly conduct, released on own recognizance.

    Jesse Kenneth Thomas, 28, of Bronson, possession of more than 20 grams of marijuana.

    Jesse Schonborn, 26, of Chiefland, domestic battery, simple assault, released on own recognizance.

    Anthony William Meeks, 19, of North Miami, four counts of violation of probation as drug offender, no bond.

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  • Letters to the editor

    To the editor:

    Isn’t it a shame that we live in a community that tolerates double standards?

    A select number are trained to uphold the law. We elect a leader of that group of dedicated men and women to serve and protect our lives and property.

    We are expected to give these individuals courtesy and respect and in return we are to anticipate a safe environment for our family and our children.

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  • Celebrate Florida Literacy “Month” by reading a good book

    “Naïve righteousness is a real turn off. Bible bigots give Western scripture a bad name.”

     

    Last week Florida celebrated Literacy Week. For those of you who missed the statewide promotion to remember to read, fear not. I, Warren Parkin a literate, am declaring February Florida Literacy Month. I know that February also marks national Black History Month. The two celebrations are not incompatible. In fact, they compliment each other. Thus, it is a good time to recommend some good books. 

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  • To tax or not to tax: A Social Security question

    When it comes to Social Security benefits, you may be wondering who must pay taxes on them and who does not. Let’s look at the numbers.

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  • Denise Arlene Kurth

    Denise Arlene Kurth, 54, died after a brave battle with cancer Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010 at the West Marion Community Hospital.

    She was born in Waukesha, Wis. to Arthur and Geraldine Maass. She lived in Greenfield, Wic. until moving to Williston in 1978.

    She was a member of the Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church. She worked as a homemaker as well as being her husband’s right hand in the family business, Kurth Electric.

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  • Community Happenings

    Friday, Feb. 12

    St John the Evangelist Church in Williston will hold a Southern Fish Fry Feb. 12 from 5-7 p.m . a the church on Hwy. 27, Chiefland.

    Tickets are $6 for adults and $4 for children under 7 years old and are available at the door.

    The mean consists of fish, french fries, cole slaw, hush puppies, grits, baked beans, dessert, coffee and tea.

    Sunday, Feb. 14

    Genealogy and History Society

    The Levy County Genealogy and History Society will meet Sunday, Feb. 14 at 2 p.m. at the Levy County Quilt Museum.

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  • Red Devils take first game in district tourney

    The 2-23 Williston Red Devil Boys Basketball team opened up the District playoffs on Tuesday night at Santa Fe, playing from the fifth seed position.

    The Red Devils wasted little time as they jumped out to a quick 20-0 lead on their way to a 91-54 scalping of the Ft. White Indians.

    “I would like to think our team is playing with a sense of urgency,” said Red Devil Head Coach Steve Faulkner following the game.

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  • FOL hosts story in time for Valentine's Day

    Gita Poldema Barker shares her love story in the wake of WWII with the Friends of the Williston Library Feb. 11 at 7 p.m. The story of her life, love, loss and new beginning has been told in a book The Long Walk Home.

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  • Bats on Fire Golf Tourney is Feb. 6

    Williston High School baseball team will sponsor the Second Annual Bats on Fire Golf Tournament Saturday, Feb. 6 ay Williston Highlands Golf and Country Club.

    Registration begins at 7:30 a.m., followed by a shotgun start at 8 a.m.

    The tournament is a three-man scamble and is $45 per person or $135 per team; lunch is included.

    If you are interested in participating or want to sponsor a hole for $75, call Molly White at 558-4286.

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