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Features: Levy County History
May 27th, 2002

Features: Climbing Above
May 22nd, 2002

Features: Zen Corner
May 22nd, 2002

Features: Cedar Key School Annual Athletic Awards
May 21st, 2002

Features: Food Pantry Gains Momentum
May 21st, 2002

Features: Levy County History
May 18th, 2002

Features: Baccalaureate Service
May 17th, 2002

Features: Rev. David Binkley to Speak
May 15th, 2002

Features: Weekend Fishing Report
May 14th, 2002

Features: Cedar Key History Article (Complete)
May 14th, 2002

Features: Bread of Heaven
May 14th, 2002

Features: Zen Corner
May 14th, 2002

Features: Interview with James McCain
May 10th, 2002

Features: Churches of Cedar Key Regular Events
May 8th, 2002

Features: Representatives of Cedar Key Organizations Express Concern About Food For The Needy
May 8th, 2002

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Interview with Grady McLeod

Interview with Grady McLeod

Sarah Campbell

Name: Grady McLeod

Age: Older than dirt

Occupation: Retired

CKN: How Long Have You Lived in Cedar Key?

GM: I was born here. I left here physically to earn a living. However, I never left Cedar Key in my state of mind.

CKN: What Do You Like Most About Living in Cedar Key?

GM: I love living in the same town I was born in. I like having many friends, both old and new. The pace of life is so nice. Most people are friendly and courteous. It`s just nice!

CKN: How Has Cedar Key Changed Over the Years?

GM: I think it has changed from a small fishing village to a very desirable water property .It has also changed from local families, generation after generation to retirees and clammers.

CKN: What Do You See as Cedar Key`s Biggest Problem ?

GM: I believe Cedar Key has many challenges. Land management, development; parking, traffic flow, and preservation of historical sites are among them. I think the island has two specific problems. First of all, traffic flow around the school needs to be managed better than it is now. Secondly, the marina and the parking area around it needs to be managed so that the city and the dock businesses could both benefit.

CKN: If You Were Forced to Move From Cedar Key, Where Would You Move?

GM: To a nursing home.

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