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LIONS LOGO BEST ONECEDAR KEY LIONS CLUB INDUCTS NEW OFFICERS AND BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR 2025-2026
2025 April 9

Cedar Key, FL – In a ceremony marked by tradition, community spirit, and appreciation, the Cedar Key Lions Club formally inducted its newly elected officers and board of directors during a celebratory three course dinner held on April 8th at the Historic Island Hotel. The induction ceremony was officiated by Past District Governor (PDG) Bobby Wright, who was warmly welcomed by outgoing President Steve Rosenthal.

President Rosenthal expressed heartfelt gratitude to PDG Wright, both for conducting the ceremony and for his outstanding leadership during his term as District Governor—particularly in providing critical Florida Lions support to Cedar Key in the wake of two devastating hurricanes.

PDG Wright officially welcomed the incoming board members, taking time to recognize each individual and review the responsibilities of their respective roles. The 2025–2026 officers and board of directors, whose term will officially begin on July 1, 2025, are as follows:
• President: Robert Belair
• 1st Vice President: Bob Piscura
• 2nd Vice President: Jeff Paulsen
• Secretary: Greg Martin
• Treasurer: Faye Sanders
• Director and Membership Chair: Sherry Sicking
• Immediate Past President: Steve Rosenthal
• Director: Susan Rosenthal

In a moving conclusion to the evening, PDG Wright presented the prestigious Lions International President’s Certificate of Appreciation to Lions Steve Rosenthal, Susan Rosenthal, Bob Piscura, Robert Belair, Greg Martin, Donna Bushnell, and Faye Sanders. The award from the Lions International President honors individuals who have demonstrated exceptional commitment and service to the mission of Lions International during the current Lions year.

The Cedar Key Lions Club extends its congratulations to the incoming board and thanks the outgoing members for their dedicated service to the community.
2025 Cedar Key Lions Board
Above Photo: Incoming Board members: Jeff Paulsen- 2nd Vice President, Donna Bushnell -Director, Bob Piscura 1st Vice President, Greg Martin - Secretary, visiting PDG Bobby Wright, Bob Belair - President, Steve Rosenthal - Immediate Past President, Susan Rosenthal - Director, Faye Sanders - Treasurer. Not in picture: Sherry Sicking, Director, membership.
 
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FOOD PANTRY  TO CELEBRATE PERMANENT HOME 2025
2025 February 8 and 28
 
NOTE THE CHANGE OF DATE...
FROM MARCH 2 TO APRIL 13
 
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 LCSO

  ARREST REPORT
2025 April 7
 
DISCLAIMER
The information provided below comes from the Levy County Sheriff’s Office Jail Media Report.
The photographs and commentaries regarding the allegations against the persons identified herein
are copied from the report verbatim, without any editorial comment or revision by this newspaper.
 
 
 
   
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GRANT FOR THE CEDAR KEY LIBRARY
2025 April 4

In February Peg Hall arranged for Barzella Papa and Lesley Banis, staff of the Community Foundation of North Central Florida, to visit Cedar Key and to meet with local non-profit leaders. As president of the Friends of the Cedar Key Library I was given the opportunity to speak with Barzella and Lesley about our library. Jamie McCain, director of public works for Cedar Key, was able to open the library so we could show the Foundation staff our beautiful space and our current needs.

Later, we learned that the library was missing about 50 chairs, needed for gatherings in the upstairs meeting room. I called Lesley and asked if the Foundation would consider a grant request to purchase chairs. Soon, I received the news that the Foundation graciously provided money for the chairs.

Then, in March, Jamie located additional chairs for the library events. I contacted Lesley and received permission to use the grant for other needs in the library. We plan to purchase computer stations for the community-access computers as well as a counter for the community information center.

The Friends of the Cedar Key Library are very grateful for Peg's effort on our behalf and the Community Foundation of North Central Florida's interest in extending their outreach to Cedar Key.
 
 
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AFFORDABLE HOUSING MEETING
IN BRONSON
2025 APRIL 4
                                 
 
WHAT?
A REGULAR MEETING OF LEVY  COUNTY AFFORDABLE HOUSING ADVISORY COUNCIL, Chaired by Gussie Boatwright
 
 
  WHERE? 
Levy County Government Complex 
310 School Street  Cafeteria Bronson FL 32621
 
AGENDA?
 
WHY?
The AHAC’s mission is “to promote sufficient housing by reviewing established policies, procedures, ordinances, land development regulations, and recommending specific actions and initiatives to the Levy Board County Commissioners.” AHAC intends to continue conducting its meetings in various municipalities around the county in coming months. They visited Cedar Key last month.


WHEN?
Wednesday, APRIL 9, 2025
10 am to 11:15 am 
 
 
THE PUBLIC IS INVITED.
 
 
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 LCSO

  ARREST REPORT
2025 March 31
 
DISCLAIMER
The information provided below comes from the Levy County Sheriff’s Office Jail Media Report.
The photographs and commentaries regarding the allegations against the persons identified herein
are copied from the report verbatim, without any editorial comment or revision by this newspaper.
 
 
 
   
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 LCSO

  ARREST REPORT
2025 March 24
 
DISCLAIMER
The information provided below comes from the Levy County Sheriff’s Office Jail Media Report.
The photographs and commentaries regarding the allegations against the persons identified herein
are copied from the report verbatim, without any editorial comment or revision by this newspaper.
 
 
 
   
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GREAT NEWS, MORE STEAMERS
2025 March 18
 
The Cedar Key Historic Preservation Board met on Tuesday March
18, 2025, at 10 am at City Hall. On the agenda was the construction
of a new Steamers Restaurant building to be located on First Street.
The agenda read: “Property owner, Dennis Gill, requested a
Certificate of Appropriateness to construct a new multi-story
commercial building/restaurant within the historic district to be
located at 409 First Street.”
 
The building will be located on the site now occupied by the
hardware store and adjacent parking area.
 
The Historic Board’s discussion made manifest that the proposed
construction would consist of: an open ground floor with details to be
decided later; a second floor restaurant; and a roofed, open third
floor with 42 inch high railings, the details of which would be
determined later.
 
This construction seems among the first thoughtfully resilient Cedar
Key endeavors to gain traction to restore Cedar Key’s business
community.
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CKWC WOMANS CLUBCEDAR KEY WOMAN'S CLUB PRESENTS ITS SPRING MARKET
2025 March 19
 
 
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 LCSO

  ARREST REPORT
2025 March 17
 
DISCLAIMER
The information provided below comes from the Levy County Sheriff’s Office Jail Media Report.
The photographs and commentaries regarding the allegations against the persons identified herein
are copied from the report verbatim, without any editorial comment or revision by this newspaper.
 
 
 
   
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 HEARTS FILL EMPTY BOWLS ON 
SAINT PATRIK'S DAY
2025 March 11
 
 
AT THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
MARCH 15, 2025
11 AM TO 2 PM  
 
 
 
 
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Friends of the Cedar Key Library Presents:
 

PATCHOULI & TERRA GUITARRA CONCERT 
 
 
 
 
on Thursday, March 20 at 6pm
 
a free concert
 
upstairs at the Cedar Key Library.


 
 
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 LCSO

  ARREST REPORT
2025 March 10 
DISCLAIMER
The information provided below comes from the Levy County Sheriff’s Office Jail Media Report.
The photographs and commentaries regarding the allegations against the persons identified herein
are copied from the report verbatim, without any editorial comment or revision by this newspaper.
 
 
 
   
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CEDAR KEY SCHOOL
March 22
FUNDRAISING BAR B Q DINNER
2025 March 8
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LIONS HELP FOOD PANTRY, 
COULD USE YOUR HELP, TOO 
 
2025 March 8
25 food pantry lenten poster
 
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Cedar Key Bottlenose Dolphins
Please join us for a talk on our local dolphins
by Dr Stefanie Gazda.
 
Cedar Key Library
Upstairs at 10 am
Saturday, March 8
 
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 EMPTY BOWLS ON 
SAINT PATRICK'S DAY
2025 March 6
 
 
AT THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
MARCH 15, 2025
11 AM TO 2 PM  
 
 
 
 
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july 22 know candidate image2025 CEDAR KEY ELECTIONS...
DELL WEIBLE,   
JIM WORTHAM  
 
WHAT?
 Contenders for a seat on the
Cedar Key City Commission, 
incumbent Jim Wortham and contender Dell Weible,
will present their platforms and answer your questions.
 
WHEN? 
Wednesay, March 12, 2025
 
TIME?
4 pm until 5 pm
 
WHERE?
City Hall

july 22 know candidate image2025 CEDAR KEY ELECTIONS...
STEVE ROSENTHAL, SUE COLSON 
 
WHAT?
 Contenders for a seat on the
Cedar Key Water and Sewer District board,
incumbent Steve Rosenthal and contender Sue Colson,
will present their platforms and answer your questions.
 
WHEN? 
Wednesay, March 5, 2025
 
TIME?
4 pm until 5 pm
 
WHERE?
City Hall

 LCSO

  ARREST REPORT
2025 February 224
 
DISCLAIMER
The information provided below comes from the Levy County Sheriff’s Office Jail Media Report.
The photographs and commentaries regarding the allegations against the persons identified herein
are copied from the report verbatim, without any editorial comment or revision by this newspaper.
 
 
 
   
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CKHS LOGO CKHS Logo NewHISTORICAL SOCIETY 
 
16 February 2025    
EXCITING UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE LUTTERLOH MUSEUM BUILDING!
Even though the Andrews House and grounds are still undergoing significant repairs, we are delighted to announce that the Lutterloh Building will be the venue for several exciting events in the coming months. We invite you to participate in these special gatherings as we celebrate and preserve the rich history and resilience of Cedar Key.
Save These Important Dates:.

February: "Month of Memberships" has begun! The museum's Lutterloh Building will be open every Saturday from February 8th to February 23rd, from 12 PM to 2 PM. Enjoy refreshments while members and those interested in joining have the chance to renew their memberships. The public is also welcome to come and learn about Cedar Key history from the museum director, Anna Hodges.
Saturday, March 8th, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM: Get ready for our Annual Membership Meeting and Potluck Dinner! We are excited to gather with our members and invited guests, for an evening filled with delicious food, enjoyable company, and important updates about the museum's future. We encourage everyone to bring their favorite side dish and their ideas to share as well. During the event, members will vote to install new board members and witness the unveiling of a fantastic new exhibit featuring Cedar Key Native American artifacts, generously donated by Randy Beckham. Members and Invited Guests Only!
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We look forward to seeing you at these upcoming events! Please RSVP a few days prior to any event to reserve seating.

To stay updated on the Museum’s progress please revisit our website, www.cedarkeyhistory.org.
 
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 LCSO

  ARREST REPORT
2025 February 18 
 
DISCLAIMER
The information provided below comes from the Levy County Sheriff’s Office Jail Media Report.
The photographs and commentaries regarding the allegations against the persons identified herein
are copied from the report verbatim, without any editorial comment or revision by this newspaper.
 
 
 
   
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july 22 know candidate image2025 CEDAR KEY ELECTIONS...
ANDREA DENNISON, MEL BECKHAM
 
WHAT?
 Contenders for Sat Five on the Cedar Key City Commission, Andrea Dennison and Mel Beckham, will
present their platforms and answer your questions.
 
WHEN? 
Wednesay, February 26, 2025
 
TIME?
4 pm until 5 pm
 
WHERE?
City Hall

 
CKHS LOGO CKHS Logo NewHISTORICAL SOCIETY 
 
16 February 2025    
EXCITING UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE LUTTERLOH MUSEUM BUILDING!
Even though the Andrews House and grounds are still undergoing significant repairs, we are delighted to announce that the Lutterloh Building will be the venue for several exciting events in the coming months. We invite you to participate in these special gatherings as we celebrate and preserve the rich history and resilience of Cedar Key.
Save These Important Dates:.

February: "Month of Memberships" has begun! The museum's Lutterloh Building will be open every Saturday from February 8th to February 23rd, from 12 PM to 2 PM. Enjoy refreshments while members and those interested in joining have the chance to renew their memberships. The public is also welcome to come and learn about Cedar Key history from the museum director, Anna Hodges.
February 22nd, 2 PM - 4 PM: Don’t miss an engaging talk by Parks Wilson on the maritime legacy of the Stapleton family, highlighting the journey of his great-great-grandfather, Francis Stapleton, who emigrated from Georgia to Florida in the 1830s. Francis piloted vessels Cedar Key waters and married the daughter of an English captain, while his son, Robert William Stapleton, continued the family tradition by piloting vessels with just a compass. This is a great opportunity to explore the rich history and resilience of the Stapleton family and Cedar Key!
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CEDAR KEY ELECTIONS...
DO COME, DO LISTEN
 
WHAT?
Incumbent Jolie Davis and Contender Susan Rosenthal will
present their platforms and answer your questions.
 
WHEN? 
Wednesay, February 19, 2025
 
TIME?
4 pm until 5 pm
 
 
WHERE?
City Hall
 

WHY?
Cedar Key’s 2025 elections involve three open seats for the Cedar Key City Commission and one open seat for the Cedar Key Water and Sewer District.
 
Each Wednesday, at City Hall, at 4 pm, a one-hour presentation will feature the incumbent and the contender for an open seat.

Please, come, hear their platforms, and ask questions of the candidates.

The full schedule follows.
February 19… Susan Rosenthal, Jolie Davis
February 26…Andrea Dennison, Mel Beckham
March 5… Steve Rosenthal, Se Colson for Water Board seat
March 12…Dell Weible, Jim Wortham
 
Sponsored by the Cedar Key News
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COLUMNIST ROQUEMORE'S  CORNER
 2025  February 14
 
  Cedar Key resident and Cedar Key Beacon columnist Susan Engle Roquemore has compiled her writings into two wonderfully and cleverly titled books:
Turn Left at the Big Osprey Nest and
Water Under the Number 4 Bridge: A Memoir of the Beacon Years (1988-1993)
FEB 19 ROQUEMORE IMAGE BOOK
These books are currently sold at:
the Cedar Key Chamber of Commerce Welcome Center,
the Cedar Key Historical Society Museum,
the Florida’s Nature Coast Conservancy events,
and the Woman’s Club.
These organizations receive the book’s full sales price.
For your reading pleasure and enjoyment of an incisive, often humorous
view of Cedar Key two decades ago, Ms. Roquemore and the Cedar Key News intend to publish selected articles monthly.
Cedar Key News hopes you enjoy the articles. If you do, and should you purchase one or both books, the above non-profit organizations will certainly appreciate the effort. 
 
 A MEMORY OF WOODSTOCK II
(From A Little Trail Romance, Susan & David Roquemore 2022)
 
With our travel trailer in tow we pull into Woodland Valley Campground in the Catskill Mountains of New York. We both have missed our mountains all year and crave a little hiking with ups and downs. Smoke is in the air; this will be a woodsy experience, a return to trail memories. Time for lunch since we have checked into the campground early. I think a picnic lunch on a mountainside is indicated.