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Title: The Caloosa belle
Physical Description: Newspaper
Language: English
Publisher: S.H. Stalls
Place of Publication: LaBelle Fla
Creation Date: March 9, 2006
Publication Date: 1972-
Frequency: weekly
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Newspapers -- Hendry County (Fla.)   ( lcsh )
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Spatial Coverage: United States -- Florida -- Hendry -- LaBelle
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Dates or Sequential Designation: Vol. 49, no. 18 (Sept. 7, 1972)-
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At A Glance
SLaBelle man dies on, SR0


Hendry suffers
fatality of 2006

On Feb. 27 a LaBelle man
died in a fatal crash on SR 80 at
Hawks Preserve Drive west in
west Lee County. Danny William
Balliet was transported to South-
west Regional Medical Center.
According to the Florida
Highway Patrol, Mr. Balliet was
driving a 1987 Mack dump truck
eastbound on SR 80 approach-


ing the entrance to Hawks Pre-
serve when for unknown rea-
sons his vehicle drifted onto the
eastbound (south) shoulder and
crossed both lanes of Hawks
Preserve Drive. He then contin-
ued southeasterly, striking a
street/stop sign, into an adjacent
field and struck'a Sprint tele-
phone junction box. He contin-
ued traveling east; then north,
crossed the eastbound (south)
ditch and came to a final rest
facing north. The driver was not


wearing a seatbelt It is believed
the crash is the direct result of a
medical emergency.
Hendry County counted its
first fatality of 2006 on March 2
when a 66-year-old Meadville,
Pa.,, woman died in a crash on
CR 833 12 miles \\esl of Clewis-
ton.
The crash occurred at 2:14
p.m.
According to FHP, a 2002
Dodge pick up truck, driven by
Victor Josue Torres, age 23, of


Clewiston and a 1996 Honda
motorcycle were both north-
bound on CR 833. Mr. Torres
changed lanes to pass the
motorcycle, drnen by 65-\ear-
old Gary Froelicher of Meadville,
Pa., when a large bird flew up
from the shoulder of the road
into his path. Mr. Torres veered
to the right, which caused the
right front of his truckto collide
with the rear of the motorcycle.
The bike then traveled onto the
east grass shoulder, into a road


side drainage dilch anr
airborne It struck the ame
ditch bank with its. uSite
riage and overturned ar
times, ejecting both th1al
and passenger, Nell, A. Frt~
er, expired at Lee Memoria\
pital. Mr Froelicher \%as
transported to Lee Memorin
critical 'condition. Neither
Torres nor his passenger, .
year-old Michael L. ArroSo, w
injured. Both were wearing se
belts at the time of the crash.
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LaBelle's 2006 Relay for Life


Reiko Chow
Don't miss classical
music event
Southwest Florida Sym-
phony Concertmaster and vio-
linist Reiko Chow and friends
will put on the fourth annual
concert Sunday, March 12, at
LaBelle Hiih School. Concert
time is 2 p.m. Joining the pro-
fessionals on stage will be LHS
musicians Nick Proverbs and
Anna Martinson.
Please reserve your tickets
early. Call Dr. Chow's office at
675-4450 or LHS at 674-4120
for tickets. Tickets are $15
each; makes checks p-ayable
to LaBelle High School.

Annual library
meeting March 14
The Barron Liir.r', Board
of Directors inr iles \ou to
attend the annual meeting
Tuesday, March 14, at 7p.in.
Reports will be given by the
Board of Directors and by the
Friends of the Library. Refresh-
ments will follow.
Your continued support,
both financially and other-
wise, remains very important
to the success of the library.
The Friends of the Library
workshop group is actively
involved in fund raising. You
can continue to support the
library by becoming a 'Friends
of the Library' member and
with your tax-deduictible
donation. A donation o:t $5 or
more will entitle you to vote at
the annual meeting.

Monday is
make up day
Monday, March 13, 2006 is
a Hurricane Make-up. day for
all Hendry County schools. All
students, faculty and staff will
follow the regular school bell
schedule.

Vision Hendry will
be at the John Boy
The second round of the
Vision Hendry County 2015
meetings will be held tonight,
March 9, at John Boy Auditori-
um in Clewiston at 6 p.m.
Public input is invited. Where
do you want to see Hendry
County is the year 2015? Lots
of ideas were passed at the
first meetings, now the oppor-
tunity to see what is
important to the citizens will
be presented. The final meet-
ing will be on April 13 in
LaBelle.


Index
Classifieds .......15-18
Editorial ............ 4
Speak Out .......... .4
Social News ......... .5
Sports ..............6
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Caloosa Belle/Donna Meister
From left: Susan Hill, relay co-chairman and Mary Risley, team leader and sponsor Mary
Risley. .

You can 'Give Cancer the Boot'


By Donna Meister
Relay for Life is an overnight
team event, held at the LaBelle
High School Football field start-
ing at 3:00pm Saturday, March
11th and continuing all night
until 9 a.m. Sunday, March 12th.
The 18 hour Relay is the final
step for LaBelle teams to raise
funds for cancer research. At the
Relay, team members take turns
to keep their Spirit Sticks mov-
ing, while a festive atmosphere
is created with entertainment,
food and lots of FUN! Highlights
include the Cancer Survivors'
Walk (first lap of the Relay at 3
pm) and the Luminaria Candle-
light Ceremony at 8 p.m. when
ALL lights are turned off. The
candles glow to celebrate lives
of survivors and honor loved
ones who have lost their battle
to cancer. Luminaria's may be
obtained on site for any dona-
tion to the American Cancer
Society almost up until the
official ceremony.
Ok, that's the official version,
now here's the real Scoop: Vol-
unteers, who happen to be your
family, friends, and neighbors
are using this as an excuse for
getting together to have fun,
meet new friends, get fit, and
make a difference. Think of it as
an 18 Hour Party Under The Sun
and Stars: we'll have tents,
entertainment, our local
dancers, Bounce house, games
and activities, great food for


Range willbe



open to public

By Patty Brant nance and all operations there
The sheriff's gun range will Representing Sheriff Ronnie
be open to civilian shooting Lee, Nick Smith explained that
S enthusiasts. However, the the sheriff intends to be open to
opportunities for civilians to accommodate public, but
shootwill be limited. artss to begin operations
At their Feb. 28 meeting, the slowly, taking a survey as to
r county commissioners directed who \\ill be using the facility
the sheriff to have Saturday and when. He sited a new Lee
hours at the gun range, County facility. He said atten-
although those hours have yet dance was strong at first, but
to be determined. However, began to dwindle. Mr. Smith
there are no Sunday hours for said the facility would open to
ihe public to shoot to limit accommodate civilian gun
Si- enthusiasts as needed, The
i i I i ili ifi it il i' ; t ge pr iff-had wanted to open the
'hill I 1 11,ange for only twvo Saturdays a


et
and trap machines located at
the gun range. Members of the
Caloosa Sports Shooters Gun
Club owned the equipment,
and the group had been volurn-
tarily maintaining the range
and running it for civilian
shooting enthusiasts. The new
contract gives the sheriff's
office responsibility for mainte-


month. .
Commissioner '
McCarthy again voc.>
belief that the range,'
available to the puOl ~\
Saturday. He argued tih
not reasonable to e.xpt.
pie to remember which '\
days the range would be op
See Range Page 2-


School bus top



issue: safety


Submitted to the Caloosa Belle/Mary Risley
Gail Pelletier, Susan Hill and Ida Lofton Kirby prepare to
serve a special lunch to some very special people care-
givers for cancer patients.,


the entire family. It will end on
Sunday, March 12th With The.
Famous Rotary Pancake Break-
fast which they are providing
FREE to all Relay participants
and Cancer survivors and their
caregivers. (Cancer survivors
and caregivers may obtain their
tickets for breakfast at the Sur-
vivor Tent on the field before or
after the Opening Ceremony)


Breakfast will begin for the pub-
lic at 7 a.m. for $4. The Relay will
be capped off with a Sun Rise
service beginning at 7:30 with
singing praises.
Everyone is invited, so put us
on your calendar. Come and
visit or come and stay. .Whatev-
er you do Make A Difference.
For more information contact
Susan Hill at 863-675-4242 or
Mary Risley at 863-675-0885.


By Patty Brant
It may be a mad rush to get
your children on the school
bus, but off they.go every
morning; then they arrive
home safe and sound that
afternoon. It's regular as clock-
work and parents everywhere
depend on this service as part
of their regular routine. Once
the children are safely on the
bus, parents turn to the rest of
their day, secure in the knowl-
edge that their children are in
good hands the school bus
driver's.
Driving a busload of school
children... what a responsibili-
ty.
Still, not everyone on the
road is as cognizant of school
bus safety as the bus drivers.
Every day bus drivers navigate
their big yellow vehicles
crammed with sleepy and


excited children through high-
ways ,and two-lane roads
alongside what seems like
stampeding herds of semis,
dump trucks, RVs,.pick up
trucks, cars and motorcycles,
.Besides keeping 60-some ener-
getic youngsters under control,
bus drivers have to rivet their
attention to road obstacles and
other drivers who, unfortunate-
ly, are often preoccupied by
other things. That big yellow
bus with the octagonal red
STOP arm protruding from its
side is just another hitch in their
day, another obstacle to get
around.
That is one of school bus
drivers' biggest complaints -
other drivers not stopping
when they're attempting to
load or unload children. The

See Safety Page 2


Learn artistic color, form


Art is everywhere. Some peo-
ple are just really good at picking
it out. And they have a way of
interpreting their vision, then
delivering it to others.
Helga. Flower is such a per-
son. Seasoned artists and new-
comers alike are invited to a
workshop she is planning in,
LaBelle.
Born in Czechoslovakia in
1939, her childhood was any-
thing but what might be thought
of as artistic. Her family was
forced out of the country to Ger-
many. She still remembers the
sound of bombs overhead. Her
parents died in World War II and
she went to live with an older
sister, then in a convent till she
was 18 years old. At three years


of age, art became her survival,
but she says her art "blos-
somed" in the US.
For the past 35 years, Helga
has put on art workshops, teach-
ing others her techniques and
imparting her love for splashing
canvas with color. She teaches
beginner, intermediate and mas-
ters classes all over the country.
In the summers she lives and
works in Sault Ste. Marie, Michi-
gan; Clewiston is fortunate to
have her and her husband as
winter residents.
Helga describes her style as
loose and free not technical
drawing. Her canvases are not
like photographs, but rather
interpretations of the natural
world "from the heart."


Although they are somewhat
impressionistic, she points out
that you can definitely see the
subject matter. She uses
abstract, colorful shapes in com-
bination with realism. Her
approach is: if you love some-
thing, paint it, and she paints
"everything" except portraits
and wildlife close ups.
Helga says the top questions
she gets from her students are:
how do I loosen up; how do I
find my style; how do I sell a
painting?
Acclaimed California water-
colorist Robert E. Wood, who
passed away several years ago,
was Helga's friend and mentor.
See Art -Page 2


Submitted tt the Caloosa Belle/Helga Flower
Imagine this lovely scene in shades of watery blue, yellow and
pink. This is one of artist Helga Flower's still life watercolors.
You can meet Helga and learn from her at a special painting
workshop at the end of the month.


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2 Caloosa Belle, Thursday, March 9, 2006
p/


Range
SContinued From Page 1,
Mr. Smith countered thet the
schedule would be submitted to
the newspaper arid indicated that
the sheriff wants to work with the
gun club.
Ed Kuntz, president of the
Caloosa Sporis Shooters Gun
Club, said later he doesn't under-
stand why an administrator could
not be appointed toset a schedule
for the range, particularly since the
gun club was Willing to handle it
for free. That way the range could
be open five days a week. The
club also supplied its own insur-
ance, he added. He said the coun-
ty "made a mistake" the range
could be profitable arid self suffi-
cient rather than costing money
for the sheriff's office to handle it.
The'ranige will be open to the
public on Wednesdays from 8:30
a.m. till 1 p.m. Saturday hours
have yet to be determined. Mr.


Safety
Continued From Page 1
bus pulls to the side of the road as
far as possible and the red STOP
arm is extended. That's when
other vehicles on both sides of the
road (except on divided high-
ways) should come to a complete
stop. It's the law.
'However, bus drivers complain
that many drivers just don't seem
to take it seriously. Too many driv-
ers are in a hurry to get where
they're going at the expense of
what they may know are good
drivingrules.
A ten-year veteran bus driver
agreed that drivers not stopping for
the extended stop is the biggest
problem for bus drivers, saying
that "drivers don't take us serious-
ly."
A second year bus driver said of
other drivers: "I want these people
to look and see what they're
doing." She has three:daily runs
starting with LaBelle Middle
School, LaBelle High School, then
on to Country Oaks Elementary.'


Art
Continued From Page 1
She said his freedom of expres-
tjwrand color combinations
attracted her to his art and she
learned much from him. He
showed her that you can do any-
thing there are no boundaries in
art.
Her workshops are very popu-
lar for all artistic levels, but she


Kuntz will be handling the public
skeet and trap shooting. He said
the range could be very useful to
Scouts and Cadets, as well as
other youth groups, and that he
would like to see competitive
shooting become available.
Mr. Smith has referred to the
range as a "work in progress,"
adding that the sheriff wants to
encourage the gun club. He said a
representative from the sheriff's
office will be at the range at all
times when civilians are shooting.
Construction
payment
The board came to an agree-
ment on the manner of paying
Hammer Construction for Hurri-
cane Wilma repairs. Clerk of
Courts Barbara Butler had refused
to pay bills submitted in advance,
which is the company's standard
billing practice. At the Feb. 28
commission meeting,
owner/president Norm Newell
explained his accounting proce-


One of her main complaints is
drivers who do not stop when a
school bus is pulled over with its
yellow light flashing, getting ready
to extend the stop arm. This
includes oncoming traffic, which
also must stop. She said recently
one driver even went through the
stop arm right in the school zone
at Country Oaks. It was 6:45 a.m.
January 30. The driver was also
exceeding the 15 m.p.h. school
zone speed limit.
Another driver cited a car pass-
ing the school bus on Eucalpytus
Blvd. The bus was traveling at the
35 m.p.h. speed limit at the time.
The vehicle passed the bus from
behind, forcing the driver to brake
and pull to the edge of road,
almost into a ditch. '
It's not an unusual occurrence,
bus drivers will tell you. It happens
on a regular basis and with differ-
ent drivers.
Oftentimes other drivers just
don't exercise common courtesy.
Not long ago, on early on her run,
one bus driver made her turn from
Cowboy Way south onto SR 29,
but a semi also headed south did
not stop at the intersection. The


feels it's most important to have
fun when learning to paint.
L.E.S. art teacher Jill Strickland
attended one of Helga's work-
shops in Clewiston and was so
impressed she got the artist to
come share her techniques with
LaBelle artists as well. The LaBelle
workshop is scheduled for Friday,
March 31, Saturday, April 1, and
Sunday, April 2. If you're interested
and would like more information,
you can call Jill Strickland at 612-
9891 or Tina Sargent at 675-4537.


dures, adding that he has worked
that way for over 30 years.
A representative from the
county's self-insured pool,. Public
Risk Management, said they've
had a lot of experience with Ham-
mer Construction and never had a
bad experience with them.
However, Commissioners Dar-
rell Harris and Kevin McCarthy
were dubious and PRM said the
company will pay any way the
commission wants them to.
In the end, the board voted to
revise the contract, release
advances (with documentation)
to insurance carrier Gallagher Bas-
sett, which would then pay Ham-
mer Construction. The construc-
tion company would also have to
provide notice of commencement
per site.
Government
Center
Moving county offices into the
old K-Mart in Clewiston the new
Government Center should


bus driver pulled over as far as she
could to let the truck pass, but the
truck driver just continued along-
side the bus. The bus driver blew
her horn for him to go on, which
the semi driver eventually did, but
not before making a rude gesture
to the bus driver.
One bus driver complains
about dump trucks "barreling"
down on them. Bus drivers have
even had to skip stops because
they did not feel they could safely
stop and deposit the children with
other vehicles encroaching at a
fast clip. .
The LaBelle side has 27 school
buses and two ESE vans. The old-
est bus in the fleet is a 1989. Each is
required by state law to be inspect-
ed every 30 days.
Transportation 'Supervisor
Cheryl Jameson also drives a bus
herself when necessary. She said
school bus drivers must pass a 40-
hour training course to be
employed by HCSB 20 hours in
the classroom, 20 hours of road
training. Currently, Hendry County
has approximately 30 full and part
time drivers.
HCSB mechanic Jeff Perry said


commence shortly. The tax collec-
tor, clerk of courts, elections and
property appraiser's offices were
to be ready for occupancy in sev-
eral days.
The lease rate, however, has
increased because the largest por-
tion will not be workable for the
sheriff. There are some other
minor issues, and the court sec-
tion is on hold temporarily while
staff searches for other potential
space. The sheriff's office will
lease space on a month-to-month
basis
In other business:
The board approved concep-
tual drawings of a site plan for a
mosquito control ground spraying
operation, Road & Bridge facility.
The site is located near the Port
LaBelle sewer plant. The board
also saw a conceptual site plan for
a future sheriff's office, fire depart-
ment and/or Emergency Opera-
tions Center near the PLBU sewer
plant.
This month Lucretia Strick-


Hendry County inspects its school
buses every 20-25 days a mini-
mum of two to three-and-a-half
hour examination. According to
the National Highway Traffic Safe-
ty Administration, school buses
are the safest form of transporta-
tion in the world, Jeff points out.
Jeff, who's been with Hendry's
school system for a total of about
20.years, said for the 2004-05 term,
Hendry County School District had
a ridership of 4,738 students. The
buses covered approximately
694,000 total route miles; plus
106,400 extra curricular miles for
the 2004-2005 school year. Despite
all those students and all those
miles covered annually, he can
recall only one bad wreck involv-
ing a school bus and just one fatali-
ty a little girl in Clewiston was
struck alongside US 27 as she dis-
embarked from her bus in,2000.
Still, this county's school bus trans-
portation's exemplary safety rating
is due in large part, according to
Assistant Superintendent Scott
Cooper, to the efforts of Hendry
County's school bus drivers.


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Artist Helga Flower


land is getting* 60 new ballot
machines which must be inspect-
ed, software added and stored in
air conditioning. Although she
said she has attempted to get
space for them since last summer,
County Administrator Lester Baird
said he's been waiting on a space
study. Chairman Darrell Harris
directed staff to work it out as
soon as possible.
The board approved a final
plat for Sky Valley, an 82 lot, 112


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single family residential unit devel-
opment off US 27 and also
approved rezoning of Alva Ven-
tures, on SR 80W, to C3 for sale of
RV travel trailers.
The board moved the second
meeting of this month to 4 p.m.
Monday, March 27, at the court-
house in LaBelle.
The next regular meeting of the
county commission will be 4 p.m.
Tuesday, March 14, at the Clewis-
ton City Hall.


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Game


breeders


raided
An investigation into an ille-
gal game rooster breeding
facility by the Hendry County
Sheriff's Office Criminal Inves-
tigations Division led to the
issuance of a search warrant
for 775 North Trebol in Montu-
ra Estates by Judge James D.
Sloan. Sheriff Ronnie Lee
reports that the warrant was
served at approximately 3 p.m.
on Saturday, March 4, by com-
bined forces of the Hendry
County Sheriff's Office, Florida
Agricultural Crimes Task Force
with members from Collier,
Lee, Polk and Sarasota coun-
ties participating and Florida
Fish and Wildlife Commission
officers and led to the arrest of
15 people including one juve-
nile.
During the raid, officers dis-
covered 160 live game fighting
roosters, three dead game
fighting roosters, 39 hens used
for breeding, fighting spurs
used to attach to the leg area
on the birds for fighting pur-
poses, syringes, bottled nar-
cotics, glue bindings and carry-
ing cases for illegal care of
fighting game birds and an
excess of two ounces of
cocaine (one ounce or more of
cocaine qualifies as traffick-
ing).
The following were arrested
and charged with Promoting,
Staging, Betting or Being in.
Attendance of the Fighting of
Game Roosters: Ivan Diaz age
35 of Hialeah, Roberto
Espinosa, age 52 of Yonkers,
N.Y, Wilfredo Espinosa age 35
of Pembroke Pines, Jose Ran-
dal Garcia age 34 of Hialeah
Gardens, Juan 'alentin Gonza-
lez age 42, Alexi.Sanchez Her-
nandez age 39 of Montura,
Jose Rafael Jose Machado age
56 of Hialeah, German Montes
age 37 of Miami, Lazaro Pena
age 41 of Hialeah, Alejandro
Perez age 37 of Miami, Martin
Perez age 54Montura, Reynal-
do Perez age 63 of Montura,
Ruben Rodriquez age 41 of
Montura:. -Humberto ,Tledo
age 33 of Clewiston, Arnelio-
Zambrana age 48 of Montura.
Additionally, Humberto Toledo
was also charged with Posses-
sion of Cocaine and placed
under a $17,500 bond, Reynal-
do Perez was also charged with
Trafficking in Cocaine and
placed under a $100,000 bond.
Bonds were set at $7,500 each
for the others that were arrest-
ed.
Perez stated that the roost-
ers were being raised and
trained for fighting and were to
be sent to Puerto Rico for fight-
ing events.


FWC: two found with gators


In Hendry County on Sat.,
Feb.' 25, a Florida wildlife officer
observed a vehicle with a light
shining from the driver's side
window. The officer stopped the
vehicle to find a violation differ-
ent from what he had anticipat-
ed. The two people inside the


vehicle were not in possession of
a firearm and had been only illu-
minating some hogs on the side
of the road.
Further investigation revealed
they were from out of state and
actively collecting reptiles. Two,
hatchling size American alliga-


tors and an eastern diamond-
back rattlesnake were found in
their possession. The two were
issued citations for possession of
these reptiles without a permit.
and the reptiles were released
back into the wild.


Obituaries


Thomas E Pifer
Thomas F. Pifer of LaBelle died
February 23, 2006, at Cape Coral
Hospital. He was born in Pennsyl-
vania in 1929. He served in the
SArmy in Korea and was an avid
fisherman.
He is survived by his wife,
Carmela; and his children, Jeannie
Byers, Sue Wilburn, Thomas Joe
Pifer and Raymond Pifer. He also
leaves behind 11 grandchildren
and three great-grandchildren. He
was preceded in death by his first
wife, Betty Lou.
A memorial service will be held
at Aqua Isles Park on Sunday,
March 12.
Dennis H. Self
Dennis H. Self, 67, of Ft. Myers,
formerly of LaBelle, died Febraury
2, 2006. He was born August 7,
1938, in Cullman, Alabama,
He is survived by his children:
Dennis R. Self, Janet Minerich and
Andrea Williams of Punta Gorda;
eight grandchildren; brother:
James Self; and sisters: Nona Tim-
mons, Ethelene Howard and Glen-
daWehrmann.
Graveside services were held
March 3 at Ft. Myers Memorial Gar-
dens Cemetery. Visitation was at Ft.
Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral
Home.


Williams Jr., Dennis Williams;
daughters: Betty A. Heninger,
Sandi F. Hunter, Bonnie S. White-
head; brothers: Owen Williams
and Johnny Williams; sister: Tump
Sloan; 16 grandchildren and 14
great-grandchildren. He was. pre-
ceded in death by his wife: Mary L.
Williams, daughter, Kathy Lee
Niehaus and grandsons: Kyle
Matthew Williams and Jeremy
Hunter.
Funeral services were held
March 4 at Akin-Davis Funeral
Home, in LaBelle with Rev. Johnny
Jarriel officiating. Interment fol-
lowed at Fort Denaud Cemetery.
Arrangements by Akin-Davis
Funeral Home LaBelle.
Dannie William Balliet
Dannie William Balliet 60, of
LaBelle, passed away Monday Feb-
ruary 27, 2006, at 2:30 p.m.. at
Southwest Florida Regional Med-
ical Center, Fort Myers from an.
accident. William was born in
Dade City on August 28, 1945, to
the late John and AgneS Balliet..
William came to LaBelle in
1959 where he has resided for the
last 47 years. He was employed by
Alderman Land Clearing of
LaBelle.
William leaves behind his com-
panion: Dorothy Riddle and her
daughter, Patricia Riddle: son:
r)n1D i Wi7lli;nm Bnlliat Tr J f J T.n0p.


ijn n. y VvuamaeII all iet, JI. i Jasper;
Judith M. brother: John Balliet of LaBelle;
Eckerfield (Meyer) four sisters, Gloria Seay of LaBelle,
E e Lottie Prosser of Lakeland, Mary
Judith Eckerfield was born on Torres of Louisana and Betty Miller
October 26, 1950. Judy lost her bat- of California.
tle with cancer at her residence on Funeral Services were held at 2
February21,2006. p.m. on March 3, 2006. at Akin-
Judy is survived by her mother: Davis Funeral Home with Pastor
Dolores Greiner of Pittsburg, Penn; Marsha Edgar officiating and inter-
husband: Donald Eckerfield of ment followed at Fort Denaud
Jacksonville; children: Rebecca Cemetery.
(Gilbert) Meador of Lehigh Acres,
Deanne Beasley (Carl) of Dothan, Carole Jean Williams
Ala., Lawrence Meyer, III of Pitts- Carole Jean Williams, age 64, of
burg,. Penn., Ashley Giron (Marce- LaBelle, passed away March 4,
lo) of Orange Park; grandsons: 2006, in Cape Coral. She was born
Codyand Corey Beasey and Travis 2819 i
Meyer; brothers: Fredrick GreinerJan28,1942, in Bloomfield, Ia. She
of Sanford, Edward Greiper and was a member of American
Ronald of Pittsburg, Robert Greiner Legion Post #130 in LaBelle. She
of Mesquite, Texas, and -John was aformerresident.ofNorthford,
SGreinerof Deland .....
She was laid to rest at Arlington Survivors
Park Cemetery on February 26. include her
She will be deeply missed by all. husband: Steve
Williams;
Dwight Harris daughters:
Maryann Ivie
Williams, Sr. (Brock Blair) of
Dwight Harris Williams, Sr., age Hillsboro, Or.,
79, of LaBelle, formerly of Loxa- Carla Com-
hatchee, passed away February 27, pagna (Albert) role Jean
2006, in West Palm Beach. He was of West Haven, Williams
born Aug. 29, 1926, in Statesville, Conn., .Angela
NC, to Byrd O. Williams and Dora Saporito of Delray Beach, Dana
(Souther) Williams. He served in Casey (Thomas) of Milford, Conn.;
the Navy. step-daughter: Jeanne Williams of
Survivors include sons: Ken- Williamsburg, VA; step-son: Jason
neth W. Williams, Dwight H. Williams of East Haven; sister:


Dorothy Evans (Whit Mauzy) of
Tulsa, OK; grandchildren: Saman-
tha, Joshua and Joseph Blair, Olivia
Campagna, NIco Saporito, Deklin,
Jenna Casey and Abby Casey and
Joseph Williams; two ,nephews
and one niece.
She was preceded in death by
her parents, Carl L. And Olga Ann
Kinney and granddaughter
Michaela Jane Blair.
Funeral services were held
March 8 at Our Lady Queen Of
Heaven Catholic Church in LaBelle
with Father Chester Domaszewicz
officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations can
be made to American Cancer Soci-
ety.
Cremation Arrangements by
Akin-Davis Funeral Home LaBelle.

Perry M.
"Peavine"Ballard
Perry M. "Peavine" Ballard, age
73, of LaBelle, passed away Febru-
ary 9, 2006, in Ft. Myers. He was
born December 4, 1932, in Ft.
Denaud to Fait Ballard and Zora
(Browning) Ballard. He grew up in
LaBelle and worked as a brid-
getender for many years and also a
construction manager in Marco
Island. He was a member of
Church of God-LaBelle, the Ameri-
can Legion and Veterans of Foreign
Wars. Perry was a veteran of the
U.S. Navy.
Survivors include his wife Jew-
ell Lee (Hall) Ballard; son, Perry M.
Ballard II (Bonny) of LaBelle;
daughters: Earline Helton (C.W) of
LaBelle and Joanne Phillips (Rod-
ney) of Inverness; sisters: Dorothy
Hull of Alva, Verna Lee Lewis of
Ackworth,, Ga., Loretta Easterly of
Ocala, Jackie Young and Gail
Sanchez, both of Ft. Myers and
Delores Gibson of Georgia; broth-
ers: Hiram, Ballard of LaBelle and
Robert D. Ballard of Naples; ten
grandchildren and. 17 great-grand-
children.
Funeral services were held Feb.
14 at Church of God-LaBelle with
Pastor.Curtis Rhodan and Pastor
John McGregor officiating. !Intern-
rnent was at Ft Denaud Cemetery.
Arrangements were by Akin-
Davis Funeral Home, LaBelle.


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Letter


Support a friend
Dear Friends,
You may have heard that Julie
Craichy Wilkins was in a motorcy-
cle accident last Friday night. She
is in critical condition at Lee
Memorial SICU with injuries that
will take a long time to heal. Esti-
tdles are at least a month in the
/'hospital and a long and labored
rehabilitation.
We all know how much Julie
loves LaBelle. Most of her life has
been dedicated to the.communi-
ty. Her condition prohibits visits
and calls tight now, however, one
day, and \ve hope that day is
soon; she \\ill be awake and able
to read. What a wonderful heal-
ing tool if she had letters from her
friends, neighbors, coworkers,
business associates, and acquain-
tances telling her how much we
love her, miss her, how much the
community needs her, and how
we are all praying for her recov-
ery.


So, this letter writing campaign
(you can do a card if you like) has.
begun. Please do your best to add
value to Julie's recovery. Let her
know your thoughts and prayers
are with her. Drop off your letter at
the Hendry County Economic
Development Council office; we
are in the Chamber of Commerce
building, 125 E. Hickpochee Ave.,
LaBelle or you may want to mail
the letter to her mother, Sherri
Craichy, 441 First Ave., LaBelle
33935. We will collect as long as
letters come in and they will be
delivered for "her eves only" as
soon as she is able to accept
them.
When you receive thisrequest,
please pass it to those in your
address book who you think
would like to contribute. We
need to get the request sent
throughout LaBelle and we
appreciate your participation.
Thank you and God bless you,
Janice Groves


Community Calendar


Friday, March 10
American Legion Fish Fry: 5-7
p.m. Legion Post 130, Highway 80
VP :10100 Aux.: Friday meal,
S$6, 5-? pn., post home on SR
29S.
AA: Step 11 Meditation Meet-
ing 7 p.m. Episcopal Church of
the Good Shepherd,
Collingswood & Eucalyptus, Port
LaBelle, open meeting
Bingo! Our Lady Queen of
Heaven Catholic Church, Early
bird 6:45, Regular at 7 p.m. NO
Smoking

Sunday, March 12
AA: 7 p.m. Port LaBelle, Epis-
copal Church of the Good Shep-
herd, Collingswood & Eucalyptus,
Port LaBelle, open discussion

Monday, March 13
AARP Chapter Meeting: 1 p.m.
Dallas Townsend Agricultural
Center, Pratt Boulevard
Weight Watchers: Weigh in
and registration at 5:30 p.m.,
meeting at 6 p.m., First Christian
Church, Social Hall, 138 Ford
Avenue.
Bingo: 6:30 p.m. American
Legion Hall, Hwy. 80W
Chamber of Commerce: board
meeting, 6:30 p.m.
Pioneer Homeowners Assoc.:
7 p.m. Pioneer Community Cen-


OLQH Women's Guild: 7 p.m.
Parish Hall
Moose Lodge #2398:8 p.m.
Narcotics Anonymous: 8 p.m.
Episcopal Church of the Good
Shepherd, Collingswood & Euca-
lyptus, Port LaBelle, open meet-
ing

Tuesday, March 14
Kiwanis Club: 7 a.m., Flora
and Ella's, Hwy. 80
Hobby Class: 9:00-11:00 a.m.,
Woman's Club, Hwy. 80W
Rotary Club: Boo Boo's
Restaurant, noon
PLB Garden Club: noon at the
extension office, Pratt Blvd.
Teen Center: Hendry County
Health Dept., 325 Pratt Blvd., 3-7
p.m.
School Board: 5:30 p.m.
Clewiston sub-office
F&AM: lodge on Jaycee/Lions
Blvd., 7:30 p.m.
County Commission: 6:30
p.m. Clewiston
SAL: 7 p.m.
Woman's Club: 7 p.m.
LaBelle Masonic Lodge #379
F&AM: 7:30 p.m. 180
Jaycee/Lions Blvd.
AA: 12 Step/Big Book study
group, 8 p.m. First Christian
Church, Ford Avenue, open meet-
ing


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Guest Commentary


How not to be 'Stressed in Hendry'


One of the advantages of my
former life was exposure to many
geographical areas, lifestyles,
nationalities, cultures and remedial
as well as informational seminars.
This lifestyle covering over 60
years of interfacing with and man-
aging other people's education
and work ethics gave me a life long
appreciation for how stress can be
such a debilitating factor in life.
Over the span of those 60 years
with three major wars, multitudes
of climatic catastrophes and count-
less personal tragedies, I recall a
seminar at the University of Syra-
cuse on "Stress Management" as if
it was yesterday.
The lecturer, when explaining
stress management, raised a glass
of water asking how heavy was it?
The answers ranged from 30g-
500g, to which he stated that the
absolute weight didn't matter.
What matters is how long you
try to hold it aloft. Holding it for a
minute is inconsequential, but


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holding it for an hour develops an
aching arm and hand. While hold-
ing it for a day results in a 911 call.
His point was that in every case
the weight is the same, but the
longer it is held, the heavier it
becomes.
The same is true of stress. The
longer you hold onto it, sooner or
later, as the stress builds, heavier
and heavier, it will overwhelm you.
Like the glass of water, you have to
learn to set it aside for a while,
before picking it up again. Once
refreshed, you can carry on, having
laid the stress aside for awhile.
Whatever the source of the
stress, you must leave it behind,
take a stress break; it will be there
tomorrow when you can again
deal with it.
Life is short, relax and enjoy it


and try a few of these proven stress
management suggestions.
"Accept that some days you're
the pigeon and some days the stat-
ue."
"Always keep your words soft
and sweet, just in case you have to
eat them."
"Drive carefully, it's not only
cars that can be recalled by their
maker."
"If you lend someone $20 and
never see that person again, it was
probablyworth it."
"Never buy a car you can't
push."
"Never put both feet in your
mouth at once or you won't have a
leg to stand, on." "Birthdays are
good for you. The more you have,
the longer you live."
."Some mistakes are too much
fun to only make once."
"A truly happy person is one
who can enjoy the scenery on a
detour."
"You may be only one person in


the world, but you may also be the
world to one person."
As the world grows smaller and
smaller due to globalization, the
internet, economic imbalances,
the erosion of religious, family and
moral standards, stress will
abound and flourish. So what's to
do?
According to my stress lecturer,
he suggested that we could take a
lesson from a box of crayons.
"Some are sharp, some are
pretty and some are dull. Some
have weird names and all are dif-
ferent colors, but they all have to
live in the same box."
Maybe once you learn to put
down that glass and take a stress
break, you too, can make life more
colorful?
Color it done!
Respectfully,
T.W.Bill Neville
(Hendry County
Citizen and Taxpayer)


Guest Commentary


Glades: Of landfills and PT. Barnum


I just read recently in a local
newspaper about a trip the Mayor
of Moore Haven took that was
reported as a fact finding mission.
I commend him fortaking the
time to do so. Not many of our
elected officials would take such
an undertaking 'without some
ulterior, self gratifying motive. The
article left the impression that a
landfill was a great idea and a
money maker. I did not take a trip
to Jesup, Georgia, where this
regional landfill exists, however I
did visit Wayne County, Georgia,
via Internet.
I was not nearly as impressed
by what I found. I found that
Screven, Georgia, is where the
landfill is located. That is about 13
miles from the largest city in
Wayne County, that.being Jesup,
with a current population of
about 9,700 persons. There are
three cities in Wayne County.
Jesup is the largest. Screven is the
second largestwith a current pop-
ulation of about 749 persons and
Odum is the third city with a pop-
ulation of about 443 persons.
There are no other cities in Wayne
County.
It was interesting to note that
the article said the regional landfill
was about 10 or 11 years old. The
population of Screven Georgia
dropped from about 819 persons
to the current level of about 746
during that period of time. The
average property value in the City
of Screven is around forty thou-
sand dollars. The landfill appears
to be less than two miles from the
center of the City of Screven on
the map from the Internet. The
following statistics were taken
from the Internet.
Screven compared to Georgia
state average:
Median household income
below state average.
Median house value signifi-
cantly below state average.
Black race population per-
centage abovestate average.
Hispanic race population
percentage significantly below
state average.
Median age above state
average.
Foreign-born population.
percentage significantly below
state average..
Renting percentage below
state average.
Number of college students
below state average.
Percentage of population
with a bachelor's degree or high-
er significantly below state aver-
age.
Population density signifi-
cantly below state average for
cities.
These statistics do not appear
to be very impressive and a case
could be made that would indi-
cate that the regional landfill did
not do much for the economy or


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the educational system.
On another subject. The State
of Georgia is well known for the
abundance of the "red clay" that
is very evident as you drive
through the state. Kaolin is the
scientific name for the clay in
Georgia and it happens to be arel-
atively high grade of cla\ as com-
pared to some of the other clay
mining states across the country.
It has many uses like lining ponds
and lakes (and landfills) because
it compacts very well and does
not allow great amounts of water
to percolate through.
Florida is not a state where
very much clay is even found.
Florida is sand. Sand allows water
to percolate at an extremely high
rate, so high that if you had a
pond dug in sand your water level
would be the ground water table
level. It would rise and fall as the
wet and dry seasons come and
go. Sand may trap some particles
as the water flows through it but it
will not prevent dissolved; salts or
nutrients from passing through.
When you cover a landfill with
clay, the rain water cannot pene-
trate into the debris in the landfill.
When you cover a landfill with
sand the rain water can and does
penetrate the decaying and rot-
ting debris and it picks up the
nutrients'and pollutants and pass-
es them along to wherever the
water goes to through the sand.
Having said that, there was
about 20 years ago a landfill called
Minisport near Miami. Miami hap-
pens to be near a body of water
called Biscayne Bay. There were
some pollution problems in the
bay and in an attempt to find out
where the pollution (nutrients,
etc.) came from a series of moni-
tor wells were drilled at various
distances from the landfill going
toward Biscayne Bay. Samples
were taken from the wells at
depths of about 5 feet, 15 feet and
30 feet. Some tracers were also
put into the landfill so the trail
could be followed to see where it
went. There were a number of
surprises. There was very little
pollution found in the 5 foot and
the 30 foot depths. There were
large amounts found in the 15
foot level and the tracers showed
up in Biscayne Bay. It was also
found that the majority of the pol-
lution came immediately after
large rainfall events and very little
at any other time.
EPA forced the closure of the
landfill long before the expected
life of the landfill. Nothing has
been built on the land since the
closure. Miami just about this
time last year appropriated $50
million to attempt to clean up a


Thank You


Caregivers
are special people
The, American Cancer Soci-
ety's Survivor/Caregiver Lun-
cheon in conjunction with the
LaBelle Relay for Life was held on
Sunday, March 5. It was a great
success due to the help of so
many. Thank you to Duda, who
furnished the pork dressed, ready
for Jr. Cox (a survivor) and Jim
Mace who barbecued it to perfec-
tion. The Woman's Club was a
grand host. Carol Shelton provid-
ed the PA system and entertained
us with her theme song as she's
fought cancer. Steve MacDonald
was our pianist. Kristin Green
designed the program and Phil
Pelletier was everywhere, helping
with everything. Thank you to the
American Cancer Society's Shan-
non Garrison and Chris DeBolt,
who shared information about
help available here in LaBelle,


plus Committee Chairmen Mary
Risley and Susan Hill and Team
Captain Kristin Green. And a big
thank you to all who attended and
provided such great covered dish-
es and helped with the clean-up.
NikkiYeager, Survivor/Care-
giver Chairman
A Special Thank-you
Southwest would like to thank
the following for their help in
making our award winning float
for the swamp cabbage parade:
Perkins Trucking, Noel Gutierrez,
Frank Gutierrez, Melinda Gutier-
rez, Judy Martin, Billy Cueller, JC
sod and Land clearing, Cheryl
Marsh and all the other parents
who came to help us decorate
our float.
Thank you very much. With-
out your time and dedication we
would not have had such a beau-
tiful float.
from Southwest Universe


very small portion of the landfill
so some building can be done on
that portion. That is twenty years
after the landfill \\ as closed down.
To Glades County that would
amount to about ten years of prof-
it from an the lanill n th tubes
and that is only the beginning. In a
eltv nice \\ai i think \\Wste Man-
agement was tr\ing'to tell our
commissioners that our current
landfill is a liability and not an
asset. The\ \\ranted to close d\wr nr
our landfill and build a transfer


station. Our "grandstanding"
commissioner took care of that
and now he wants to be reward-
ed with another term as a county
commissioner.
We had a guy named P. T. Bar-
num from Philly and one of the
comments attributed to him was
"there is a sucker born every
minute." With the described
glowing words to those that
heard them maybe the Republic
representative felt like P. T. Bar-
num in disguise?


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Question of the week: You competed in this year's
Swamp Cabbage Pageant in the Princess division. If you
could do it all over again, what would you do differently?

Caloosa Belle/Donna Meister
Mallory Allen said, "A
more difficult question
during. the interview
would have been more
challenging for me. I
really liked the 1960s
theme. The opening
j number was very easy to
learn."


Jenny Milligan said, "I
would have stood up a little
straighter. I had a lot of fun
and I would definitely do it
again next year."


Callie Burley said, "I could
have more involved with
my speech about Bob
Dylan. The pageant was a
lot of fun and I would do it
again."


Kaleigh Woodard said, "I
would practice more on my
music and speaking in
front of a crowd is what I
would do differently. Enter-
ing pageants has helped
me not be as shy in front of
people and also with my
people skills."


Amber Furman said, I
wouldn't change a thing. I
would do it all over again
and I can't wait until next
year."


Toni Tolar said, "No, I would
not change a thing. I
enjoyed the pageant and I
would do it again next
year."







Caloosa Belle, Thursday, March 9,2006



Coker: Freeze damages sugar crop


This year's crop was already
badly damaged from Hurricane
Wilma, with more than 25 per-
cent losses due to the storm.
"We got hammered by the
hurricane and then got ham-
mered again by the freeze. It is
going to be a very difficult year for
the Company financially as the
expenses of making hurricane
repairs continue to mount and
our sugar production continues to
drop," said Robert Coker, Senior
Vice President.
"This is shaping up to be the
worst year in our 75 years of being
in business," Coker said.
U.S. Sugar's entire cane crop
was subjected to below freezing
temperatures for durations of up
to 6.75 hours with temperatures
dropping as low as 24.6 degrees
for extended periods of time in
some areas. Immediately follow-
ing the freeze, we conducted ini-
tial damage assessments and
adjusted our harvest schedule to
target fields based on historical
knowledge of the varieties and
areas most susceptible to freeze
damage.
It generally takes a week or so
following a freeze event to deter-
mine the extent of the damage to
the crop.-When the cane stalk
freezes, water in the stalk
expands, damaging the tissue or
inner cells of the stalk. This tissue
damage inhibits cane's natural
defenses to bacteria and the dete-
rioration process is accelerated. It
.takes. approximately a week for
the bacteria to colonize and the
crop to start showing signs of
damage.
This field by field assessment
was completed this week. "We
have 1.4 million tons of cane left
to harvest. Fifty percent of that
cane was frozen." We have
revised our harvest schedule in an
effort to minimize further losses
due to deterioration of the frozen
cane. Our goal is to harvest this
cane within the next three
weeks," he said.
In addition to sugar losses in
the freeze-damaged mature cane,
75-85 percent of the young plant


cane or regrowth cane was burnt
back to the ground by the freezing.
temperatures. It must essentially
re-start the growth process. All
growth that had occurred since
planting or harvesting was'lost,
and the next year's crop, for all
intents and purposes is all at the
same stage in the growth process.
This will complicate our cultiva-
tion program in that the entire
crop will require the same atten-
tion simultaneously. This will sig-
nificantly add to our costs as serv-
ices will need to be done all at the


same time and not spread out
over the growing season.
The next step is to evaluate ter-
minal bud damage on the recent-
ly planted cane. The terminal bud
is what drives plant growth. As
much as 3000 acres of plant cane
may have dead terminal
buds. Each field will be evaluated
on an ongoing basis from this
point forward.
"As the season winds down,
we expect to see further reduc-
tions in cane tonnage and sugar
yield," Coker said.


"Florida sugar farmers are not
used to asking for a hand out,"
Coker said, "but we have asked
Congress to consider some level
of financial assistance to help us
get through -these very difficult
times."
"Our growers, our employees,
our suppliers and our rural com-
munities all have suffered tremen-
dously as a result of Hurricane
Wilma. Anything Congress can
do to help get people back on
their feet will be appreciated,"
Coker said.


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Subminea to the Caloosa Belle:Debbie DeVisme
"Women Who Made a Difference"
The ladies at Grace Baptist Church in Port LaBelle have recently completed a Ladies
Bible Study entitled Ladies Who Made a Difference, life lessons from the Bible. The 20
week course was facilitated by Debbie DeVisme who congratulates the ladies on making
a difference. Back left: Wanda Williams, Sue Ellen Ryl-Kuchar, Brenda Collins, Elora Kerr,
Bea Waters, Agnes Samuels, Charity Rolle and Debbie Devisme. Front left: Susanna Fer-
nandez, LaShay DeVisme, Brianna DeVisme, Tia Williams, Allie Loux. Not pictured, Ruth
Callin.


INT Wedding


Submitted to the Caloosa Belle/HC Food Service
Maria Eugia, Maria Castaneda, Ruth Roman, LHS

Food Service


workers earn diplomas
Hendry County School Board went back and received their
Food Service employees are not high school diploma while still
uneducated people; they are working. The food service pro-
very dedicated to their job and to gram is very proud of each one
the children of Hendry County, of its employees earning diplo-
after all, if it were not for the stu-
dents of Hendry County none of mas.
the Hendry County School Board
Employees would 'have a job!
Some of these employees have
gone a step further to better
themselves; on their own they


Submitted to the Caloosa Belle/Nasheryl Rhone
Rev. and Mrs. Vernon L. Rhone


Terrell, Rhone repeat wedding
vows
Nasheryl Terrell became the
bride of Rev. Vernon L. Rhone on
Feb. 11, 2006, in Fort Myers. The
ceremony was performed by
Evangelist Debra Sturgis of Bread
of Life Temple.
The bride wore a full length
traditional gown and carried
lavender and white roses. She
was given in marriage by her son,
Clayton Major, Jr. Melva Tuneeka


Thomas was the maid of honor
and Kierra Smaller was the flow-
ergirl. A reception was held at
American Legion Post 38.
The bride graduated from
LaBelle High School in 1987 and
is employed as a patient accounts
supervisor for Eye Centers of
Florida. The groom is a native of
Virginia and is employed as a
Shop Goodwill.com clerk. The
newlyweds are making their
home in Fort Myers.


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Top female SCF runner
The SCF overall top female runner was Linsey Ulrich of
Lehigh Acres with a time of 19:35.
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Submitted By Sonja Crawford
Top rabbit raisers, from left: Kris Rivas, Darian Woodard
and Allyson Woodard.


Hare raising fun at


the LaBelle Youth Show


The LaBelle Youth Livestock
Rabbit Show, sponsored by Mr.
Owen Lockey, Attorney at Law,
was held on Monday, March
13, with Nancy Alien serving as
the office rabbit judge.
In the Rabbit Division: Dari-
an Woodard captured the Best
in Show trophy with his Rex
female name Buttercup.
Kaleigh Woodard exhibited the
Best Opposite with her Dwarf
male named Smores.
Kaleigh Woodard received
first place in the Senior Fitting
and Grooming division with
Aishia Seymour in second
place. In the Junior Fitting and
Grooming division, Allyson
Woodard captured first place
with Darian Woodard second
place and Kris Rivas in third
place.
Wyatt Corbitt 1 blue rib-
bon; Jordan Hackman 1 blue
ribbon; Alexis Miller 1 blue
ribbon; Melanie Miller 1 blue
ribbon; Priscilla Marante -.1


blue ribbon and 1 red ribbon;
Edward Rivas 1 blue ribbon;
Virginia Rivas 1 blue ribbon;
Kris Rivas 1 blue ribbon;
Aishia Seymour 1 blue ribbon;
Amatullah Seymour- 1 blue rib-
bon; Cassidy Willis 1 blue rib-
bon; Allyson Woodard 1 blue
ribbon; Darian Woodard 3
blue ribbons; Kaleigh
Woodard 2 blue ribbons; Brit-
neyWoosley- 4 blue ribbons.
Winning the Herdsman
Award in the small animal divi-
sion was Kaleigh Woodard in
first place in the senior division
with Aishia Seymour in second
place. The Herdsman Award in
the junior division was Darian
Woodard irf first with Stephen
Woosley in second place and
Allyson Woodard in third place.
The participants in the small
animal show were from the
Pioneer Small Animal 4-H Club
or the LaBelle Small Animal 4-
H Club.


By Roger Alexander
The Cowgirls softball team
won a pair of games this week by
scoring 44 runs while giving up
just six. With the victories they ran
their record to 7-0 on the season.
In their first outing they faced
South Fort Myers and jumped out
to an early 12-0 lead after two
innings. This allowed Coach Mar-
roquin to play some other girls
and see how they would respond.
One of those players was
pitcher Stephanie Pack. Playing
behind Amanda Atun doesn't give
you much of an opportunity to
play, so when she got the chance
she showed the coaches what she
could do.
She faced a total of 13 batters
in three innings and allowed just
two hits while walking one batter
and striking out three. She gave
up just one run in the win. This
was the first time this season
someone other than Atun got the
victory.
Meanwhile the Cowgirl
offense tattooed the opposing
pitchers for 16 hits while scoring
their 22 runs. Heather Raulerson
headed the attack as she had two
hits, a triple and a home run,
while scoring three times and
bringing in another two with her
bat.
A lot of girls got to bat in this
game-and although the veterans
did most of the damage, some of
the younger girls got in on the
action. Tiffany and Brittany
Roberts each had hits as well as
EricaVanhougton. ./
In their next outing it was
much of the same as Atun pitched
early and then gave the game over
to a younger pitcher. Atun did the
damage early as she pitched the
first three innings while giving up
just one hit against the 12 batters
she faced.
From there things were hand-
ed over to Jacy Sealy, who benefit-
ed greatly from the offense.
Although she struggled, a little,
facing 14 batters in two innings,
she did manage to strike out five
batters while giving up just two
hits..
The bats were consistent for
the first three innings as the Cow-
girls scored three runs in the first
and third and another in the sec-
ond. It seemed then that they real-
ly came alive when they saw their
pitcher having a little trouble
because they scored nine in the
fourth and five in the fifth to close
out the game 22-5.
Dani Blake, Vanessa Ostolaza
and Heather Raulerson had the
big bats that night as they each
connected for four hits and a total
of 12 RBIs. Blake had two triples


Southwest


makes


state final
On March 4 the Southwest
Universe All-Star Cheerleaders
traveled to S. Ft. Myers to compete
in the FCDA qualifier. All of the
children were very nervous but
did extremely
well. Southwest's Twinkle
Starz took second place in the
cheer competition.
The Astroidz, Cometz and
Planetz took first place in the
cheer competition. The dance
team, the Orbitz, took second.
Logann White took first with her
individual tumbling pass.
After all the competitions thus
far this year all of the teams have
qualified for the State Champi-
onship Competition which will be
held in April.


Submitted to the Caloosa .
Belle/Raymond Marroquin
From top: Vanessa Ostolaza,
Tiffany Terrell, Shayla Wilson
and Jacy Sealey having a
few laughs at the Cypress.
Lake game.


on the evening while Raulerson
scored four runs of her o\\n
Brittany Roberts saw some
action again and hit safely three
times out of four. Shayla Wilson
also had a hit, as did Lacy McCall.
The team will have two games
this week as they host both. First
they will play tonight against Des-
oto County and then Estero
comes in tto lown tomorrow
night. Both games will be at 7
p.m.
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Caloosa Belle, Thursday, March 9,2006


More SCF fun


Caloosa Belle/Donna Meister
Patti Opdycke invites you to stop in and give your taste buds
a real treat. Offerings include; gourmet coffees, cappuccino,
caramel macchiato, caf6' au lait, hot or iced latte, espresso,
frozen fruit smoothies, delicious desserts, breakfast delights
and lunches at the Bridge Street Coffee and Tea Company.


Coffee shop has a


new owner/proprietor


Caloosa Belle/Patty Brant
Exile band hit just the right chord with the Swamp Cab-
bage Festival crowd in Barren Park Saturday, Feb. 25.
Three of the band members had a little fun doing a dance
and enjoying the kids who parked themselves up on the
gazebo steps to see and hear better.


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By Donna Meister
After doing a beautiful major
remodeling job and running the
Bridge Street Coffee and Tea
Company for about a year, Jim
and Jenny Sabella decided to sell
the business. Jenny felt that she
could not devote enough time to
their two young daughters and at
the same time, do the community
a service by having the shop open
for enough hours throughout the
week.
New owner Patti Opdycke has
extended the shop hours, open-
ing by 6:30 a.m. during the week
and they are open at 7 a.m. on
weekends, staying open until at
least 2 p.m 'ish'. The Bridge Street
Coffee Shop is the perfect place to
go to for breakfast before church
or lunch after church. Weekend
"breakfasts will now include bis-
cuits and gravy as well as Belgian
waffles
She has expanded the menu to
include more lunch choices. In
addition to the delectable hearty
soups such as loaded baked pota-
to, and Maine lobster or shrimp
bisque, and more. Paninis (simi-
lar to a giant hot pocket filled with
lots of provolone, mozzarella,
cappocola ham, pepperoni and
salami served with marinara
sauce on the side) and also hot
toasted Cuban sandwiches are
again back on the menu. Chick-
en, egg, tuna and seafood salad
sandwiches are favorite top sell-
ers..Plans are in the works to also
include personal pan pizzas, sal-
ads, baked potatoes and Weight
Watcher type lunches..
Planning has started to include


an "open mike" night with musi-
cal jam sessions, a teen night,
Bridge and Scrabble Club nights
and a family board game night.
The shop is available as well for
special groups and meetings such
as book clubs, private parties,
bridal and baby showers, you
name it! Call Patti at 674-0101 to
reserve an evening.
Patti's goal is to cater to the
local community and she has
introduced Frequent Buyer Cards.
She has also decreased most of
the menu prices. Satisfaction is
guaranteed, as customer service
and serving a quality product is of
utmost of importance to Patti.
Special requests are also honored
and she is always open to new
suggestions. Patti is very enthusi-
astic and willing to please.
An Air Force wife, mother of
three sons and surrogate mother
of two more children, Patti has
lived all around the world includ-
ing; Korea, the United Kingdom,
Germany and Japan. She has now.
discovered this unique little town
of LaBelle and is thrilled to be
here. Being quite the interesting
character is an understatement.
Take a break and visit the
Bridge Street Coffee and Tea
Company on Fort Thompson
Avenue. Order yourself a "to die
for treat", relax, take in the ambi-
ence of this distinctive shop and
meet Patti. Enjoy conversation
with this special lady about her
deep sea scuba diving adven-
tures, her experiences and travels
from around, the world, and her
second job with the United States
Surgeon General's Office as a
Management Consultant.


Meat goat production


workshop planned


The UF/IFAS Cooperative
Extension Service in collabora-
tion with the Florida Meat Goat
Association (FMGA) and the Divi-
sion of Animal Industry of the
Florida Department of Agriculture
will be holding a Meat Goat Pro-
duction Workshop on Saturday,
March 11, at the Dallas B.
Townsend Ag Center in LaBelle,
1085 Pratt Blvd) from 9 a.m.-
noon. The program will consist of
the USDA sponsored National
Animal Identification (NAIS) pro-
gram and the voluntary Scrapie-
Free Flock Certification Program
(SFCP). Not only will NAIS and
SFCP be discussed in great detail,
other information will be present-
ed such as general goat manage-
ment, selection and management
of.goat pastures as well as hands
on training with goats. The work-
shop is free, but you are required
'to pre-register. For more informa-
tion, feel free to contact the
UF/IFAS Hendry County Exten-
sion Office by phone at (863)674-
4092 or (863)983-1598 or by e-


mail at sycr@ifas.ufl.edu.
Small farms livestock produc-
tion Conference II The UF/IFAS
South Florida Beef Forage Group
will be holding a Small farms live-
stock production Conference II
on March 18, 2006, at the Dallas
B. Townsend Ag Center beginning
at 8:30 a.m. This advance confer-
ence for goat, cattle and horse
owners is designed to give pro-
ducers on a few acres a better
understanding of weed pasture
problems and control; selection
of foundation animals; body con-
dition scoring for health, nutrition
and reproduction; the National
Animal ID system and record
keeping; sound vaccination as
well as other production practices
and techniques to assist in being
as productive and economically
efficient as possible. The registra-
tion fee is $20. For more informa-
tion, feel free to contact the
UF/IFAS Hendry County Exten-
sion Office by phone at (863)674-
4092 or (863)983-1598 or by e-
mail at sycr@ifas.ufl.edu.


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Festival. The winner.was Venice Michel from Naples. The
Woman's Club would like to thank all the people who
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CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION. prestigious oak l m !InE maintained with
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NEW LISTING IN LEHIGH ACRES This 4Bedroom2Bath 2BEDROOM/1BATH HOUSE in LaBelle. Being sold "As Is."
home has 2,288 sq. ft.on a large overzied lot that is fenced in. Asking $125,000.
Home has many extras Call for an appointment today. Asking ACRAGE HOR SL
$298,900. NEW LISTING IN PIONEERI 3Bedroom/2Bath, large dou-
3BEDROOM2BATH, 2 CAR DETACHED GARAGE in blewide mobile home on fenced in 2.5 acres. Dual fireplace,
LaBelle. Home has tile throughout, fenced in backyard and walk-in cosets, outside buildings. Asking $199,900.
screened lanai. Asking $195,000. 2.5 ACRES in Pioneer Plantation. $79,000.
JUST LISTED IN LEHIGH ACRES. Home has 1,900 sq ft with 'TFSLE
2 master bedrooms. Home is currency used as a 42. Has many 2 LOTS in Moore Haven. $50,000 each.,
upgrades and a fenced in backyard. This home is a must see. LOT IN Lake Placid. $29,000.
SP $ ge3BedroomBath, argarageplus BUILDABLE CANAL FRONT LOT in lake Placid. Asking
den. Off Bishop Circle. Asking $185,000. $55,00
3BEDROOM/2BATH 1 CAR GARAGE in Port LaBelle. Tile BUSINESS LOT on Fordson Avenue with old blk building
through out house, updated appliances and new kitchen cabi- sold As Is" Asking $40,000.
nets. REDUCED $179,900. 'ls a PORT Us eU
OFF MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. BLVD. 3Bedroom/lBath 2 LOTS in Moore Haven. $45,000 each.
CBS home with carport. New Upgrades! Priced at $129,900. LOT IN UNIT 1 on Herclues Rd. Asking $51,000.
LOCATED IN LEHIGH ACRES 3Bedroomv2Bath, 2 car LOT IN UNIT7. Asking $47,000.
garage built in 2001 and in excellent condition. Home over LOT IN UNIT 7. Asking $45,000.
looks canal and located in a great area dose to Ft. Myers but LOT ON Sandelwood. Asking $42,000 each.
out enough for peace and quiet. Asking $230,000. KENT CT. near middleschool. Asking $52,000.
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825 E. Cowboy Way Suite 105
LaBelle, FL 33935
nsI (The Wallace Plaza)

863-675-5923
Mary Diaz Lie. Real Estate Broker
(561) 385-3282
Yamile Carreno Sales Associate OS TA A
(786) 255-8096J 1 A
Abigail Soto Sales Associate E A
(863) 599-1218 REALTY
We will help your Real Estate dream come true
RESIDENTIAL 1/4 LOT in Unit 1 on greenbelt.
3/1 IN PORT LABELLE in great $411900.
condition on canal. $165,000. PIONEER PLANTATION
3/2 SINGLE MOBILE HOME on 2.5 ACRE LOT on Hendry Isles
3.33 acres in Pioneer Blvd in Pioneer, cleared with
Plantation for $170,000. culvert, temp. light pole, par-
BRAND NEW 3/2/2 in Port tially fenced. $137,000.
LaBelle .Unit 1 with family 2.5 ACRE CORNER LOT,
room and more. $242,000. Pioneer on 9th St. $83,900.
NICE INVESTMENT 2/1 mobile 2.5 ACRES on Pioneer 18th St.
home in the city off $79,900
Tropicana St. $72,000. Make MONTURA
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PORT LABELLE LOTS Olive St. $49,900.
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greenbelt, fenced, electric, 13.34 ACRES OF CITRUS
water, no restrictions close to GROVES on Sears Rd.
middle school. $235,000. $377,000.
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greehbelt in Unit 2 $42,900. and bay doors. Both build-
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Almanacs


Call for prayer
at 675-7785
Prayers for healing by Jesus of
mind, body, spirit or relationships
are available any time .24/7 from
the LaBelle chapter of the Order
of St. Luke the Physician (OSL) by
calling and anonymously leaving
your request. Unless you ask, and
leave a number, there will not be
return call.

Attention
nature Lovers
Put on your work gloves and
come to Bob Mason Park, Sunday,
March 12, at 2 p.m. to help spread
wood chips in preparation for
planting native bromeliads. Many
hands will make light work -
make it a family affair. Five gallon
buckets will be available for the


bucket brigade. Questions? Call
Terri 675-2392 of the LaBelle Gar-
den Club.

Port LaBelle
POA to meet
Eucalyptus Village POA Unit 4
will hold its monthly meeting on
Thursday, March 9, promptly at 6,
p.m. in POA meeting room, 4051
NE Eucalyptus Blvd. All interested
property owners and tenants are
welcome. For more information
please call Susan at 675-4168.

Help for overeaters
Overeaters Anonymous meets
at 5:30 p.m., Episcopal Church of
the Good Shepherd, 1098
Collingswood Pkwy. at Eucalyp-
tus (a right turn off of Rt. 80 one
mile east of LaBelle). Open dis-
cussion. For information, call


Sharon 675-2920.

Are you a victim
of elder abuse?
Are you or someone you know
60-plus and being hurt or exploit-
ed? To report call: 1-800-96-
Abuse.

Help for alcoholics
Alcoholics Anonymous and
AL-ANON meet at 8 p.m. at the
First Christian Church, at the cor-
ner of Ford and Lee Streets. Open
discussion. Phone 675-1366.

Coalition for Eco-
Recreation to meet
Everyone is invited to the
monthly meeting of the Coalition
for Eco-Recreation on Saturday,
March 11, at 11 a.m. at Margaret


England's home, 380 Riverview
Drive. For information call 674-
0695.

Audubon Society
will meet on March 13
Hendry/Glades Audubon will
meet Monday, March 13, at 7 p.
m. at the Cooperative Extension,
Dallas Townsend Building 1085
Pratt Blvd. Guests and members
are invited to the meeting and to
participate in free birding tours to
STA5 south of Clewiston on
March 18, April 8 and April 22. To'
carpool to STA5. meet at the
LaBelle McDonald's at 7 a.m. and
Clewiston McDonald's at 7:45
a.m. on tour days. For information
call: Margaret England (863) 674-
0695 sta5birding@earthlink.net'
or Steve Buczynski (863) 902-
0856.


Widows meet
for lunch
The Widows Support Group
will meet at the Fortune Cookie
Restaurant on Thursday, March 16,
at 11:30 for lunch. All widows are
welcome.


show on Saturday, March 11, at 11
a.m. Everyone welcome. The fash-
ion show starts at 11 a.m. and
lunch will be served at noon for a
$6 donation. Lunch will include
baked chicken, green bean casse-
role, potato wedges and sherbet. A
10 percent discount will be given
on all purchases.


American Legion hosts Horse found
breakfast buffet inMontura


The American Legion Auxiliary,
Hwy. 80, will serve a breakfast buf-
fet on'Sunday, March 19, from 8-11
a.m. Donations for adult meal,
$5.50; children under 6, $2.50.

Fashion show
atLegion
Past President's Parlay of the
American Legion Aux. Post 130 is
having a luncheon and fashion


A horse has been found in the
Montura Estates area. Please call
the Hendry Sheriff's office at 674-
4630 and identify.

Class of 1996
reunion coming up
It's reunion time for the LaBelle
High School Class of 1996. Please
contact Jamie Grainger at 675-4799
or 612-0643 before 6 p.m.


Bank of America






Shirley Imhoff Willis
SMortgage Loan Officer
Consumer Real Estate
STel: 239.415.6302
S800.854.5783 ext 6302
Fax: 239.415.6311
shirley.willis@bankofamerica.com

LaBelle native, Shirley will
do all she can to help you
get the best mortgage around!

ASK ME ABOUT OUR SPECIAL
LOAN PROGRAMS FOR TEACHERS,
MEDICAL WORKERS, LAW ENFORCEMENT,
AND FIREFIGHTERS


580 S. Main St.
LaBelle, FL 33935
.863

675-1973
Ifyou are thinking of buying
or selling, give us a call!

CHECK US OUT ONLINE AT
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more ways than one. Fast action wins! $114,900.
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ALWAYS A GREAT DEAL!


2.22 ACRES FOR SALE
,.~.' Port LaBelle Unit 9
with city water & elec-
tricity. fenced, high &
dry w/shed, close .to
Middle school. No
Restrictions
Owner/Broker 56188235,000

Owner/Broker 561-385-3282


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Real Estate Corp.


crick, from this, the nicest, most well kept
2.5 acre "get-a-way' in all of Pioneer
Plantation. Seller's motivated....don't let
this opportunity pass you by. $134,900.
* 2BR/2B manufactured.home on .25+/-
acresUllI IrERHlol B RW flRlC br a
first time buyer or investor. Only $54,900.
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INGI This 2.5+/- acre mini estate makes relax-
ing easy with a 3BR/2B manufactured home.
Featuring ceramic tile, textured walls & spa-
cious kitchen. Only $179,900.
STired of the Circus? No clowning around
about the calm you'll enjoy in this spacious
3BR/2B MH on cleared 2.5 +/- acres. WOW!
Be sure to check out the huge horse barn
and workshop. Box stalls, feed room, large
workshop. Lower your blood pressure!
$189,900.
* STOP DREAMING AND START
LIVINGI This 2.5+/- acre mini estate makes
relaxing easy with a 3BR/2B manufactured home.
Featuring ceramic tile, textured walls & spacious
kitchen. Only $179,900.
S3BR/2B manufactured home on 2.5+/-
acreislJBE~~ ft .,B. S es, a
huge master suite, ceramic tile, buit in cab-
inets and much more. Only $175,000. "
* 3BR/2B manufactured home in
and fenced corner lot. Listed at only
$155,900.
* You can hear the birds chirp...the crickets


* Location of a Lifetime! Generations will file
past well-traveled location of this 8+/- acres
on SR 80 in Alva. Over 1,000 ft. of road
frontage and 3 existing entrances off of SR 80.
Cleared with well and electric. Time's on your
side in this investment! $2,750,000.
* The opportunities are endless! Bring your
investment dollars here. 30 beautiful-acres with
Hwv 27 frontage. Next to water plant. Property
was cleared except for the majestic Live Oaks.
Bring your ideas and see! $750,000.
* 2+/- acres on Ft. Center Ave. in LaBelle.
erty.n oy country oving on-y minutes from
town. Only $119,900.
* 1.84+/- acre located off Jacks Branch Rd.
in Muse. This property has lots of oaks,
lines and palm trees. Perfect for the nature
over. Priced at only $95,000.
* Genuine Country Feel! Days gone by are
back! Relive the best on this private and
secluded 2+/- acres. Fresh air special!
$93,900.
* Call for prices on all our Montura Listings!
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* Hard to find double lot in growing Port
LaBelle Unit 102. $119,800.
* Drop dead gorgeous! If you're looking for


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.-unher L,.: ned in the *.uihj itrer E'.Rln.-'nr
S/D in LaBelle. This .37+/- acre is truly a
dream o:nie t tr u Or.nl', $8.900.
* .29+/- acre in the Belmont S/D. Priced to
sell @ only $72,900. Possible seller
financing.
* 2 Lehigh Acre lots zoned for duplex.
Great investment property! Only $67,000
each
1 ,.,.rer l i in PF rr LaBell.. Uni 102 ,ic.I.I
t..r ,:.u re.'. -, :r,'ie $56 .900.
* Corner lot in Unit 102 w/large oak.
Berjiiful lot for your dream 'home.
$54,900.
* Triple lot in Unit 6. $49,900 each
* Double lot in Unit 9. $49,900 each.
* Beautiful wooded 1+/- acre homesites!
Outside LaBelle limits but only minutes
from town! Just off E Road. Don't miss own-
ing acreage cose to LaBelle. $46,900.
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Loaded with possibilities! 2 steel buildings
with over 5,800 sq ft of work area on 1+/-
acre. Zoned for Heavy Industrail use.
Currently is fully rented out to 3 businesses.
Listed at only $525,000.
SPrime 20+/- acre potential commercial parcel
located near West Glades. Elementary in Muse
and just minutes away from downtown LaBelle.
$3.50 per square foot.
1.18+/- acres zoned C-1 commercial just
South of LaBelle with 175+/- feet of frontage on
SR29 and frontage on Luckey Street. Asking
$450,000.
* Investor's dream! By purchasing this
commercial corner lot with 3BR/2B mobile
home for rental income could multiply your
investment! Grab this site now! $165,000.
* Beautiful .25+/- acre corner lot in down-
town LaBelle w/great potential. Currently
zoned for duplex or single family w/a possi-
bility of rezoning to Business. $119,900.


V 863 675 4550
loria 281 S. Bridge Street LaBelle
Ql: Rodney Murray
RI W S Li,. Real Estate Broker
state co. Associates: Seth Howard. Phil Lewis, Tamra
Franco, Jim Coddington & Kyndel Murray

3BR/2Bath recently renovated. Located in town on nice lot
w/trees. $239,500.
5BR/3Bath really nice manufactured home on 5 beauti-
ful acres in Muse on Cypress Ave. $425,000.
3BR/e 116
horse -iE JRintl1 ce.i
$695,000.
61.25 acres. Improved pastures & fenced. Only
$11,000 per acre.
68 acM Dgjg ..
per ~ ~a. DWIL
Well maintained 4BR/2Bath home on beautifully land-
scaped lot. With in town convenience. Deep well irriga-
tion and large workshop, screened room and gazebo.
PRICE REDUCED! $349,900.
3BR/2Bath CBS hp ~eith shop. Located in nice
neighborhood, sits LJutIt beautiful oaks. Walking
distance to elementary school and local stores. $225,000.






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TerONY BARNS PROFESSIONAL SALES ASSOCIATE
Tony Barnes is a resident of LaBelle but has been an employee of U.S. Sugar in
Clewiston for many years. Tony has many contacts within the area and has family and
friends ii different aspects of the real estate industry. He is a great contact person and
an excellent Realtor who will go that extra mile or two, if necessary....to make sure
his clients are satisfied and will continue to do business with him.

700 S. Main Street LaBelle, FL

863-675-4500
www.SOLAND.com


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I WATERFRONT
Riverfront 5 Acres with 215+/- feet of frontage. High elevation
reveals spectacular views. $995,000


and granite countertops, all windows have wood casing sur-
rounds, a brick fireplace, and wood floors throughout finish the
look $549,900
2 Acre Deed Restricted Homesite in Oak Haven Estates. Oak tilled
and backs up to beautiful sunsets over the water. $350,000
HOMES


2 Story Home close to town iust off Ft. Denaud Rd This amazing
3Bed.2Ba home has it all location, charm, Master suite with
police. screened room ana more $299,900


brush has been cleared, oaks remain Great buy at $125,000.
Oversized homesite conveniently located In the city with easy
access to SR 80. 75 Acres manicured and ready for your dream
home Lots of oaks and maples. $105,000.
Port LaBelle Lots on the north side of 80, close to new develop-
ment area & marina Priced from $49,000 to $57,900. Call for
inventory list. Over 60 sites to pick trom.
Seller Financing Available with 250o down to qualified buyer.
Port LaBelle 1/4 ac lot on the norht side of Hwy. 80. Many new
homes under construction in the immediate area. Asking
$42,800.
INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL
Prime Corer with over 500 It. on Cowboy Way and 520 ft. on Elm
St Currently Zoned Light Industrial with the new plan allowing
for heavy industrial as well 6 7 acre location directly across Irom
the State Allorneys Offices & close to the the LaBelle Airport.
$3,064,466.


More than Meets the Eyel Hard to lind home on deed resriclied
acreage tucked neatly away yet seconas Irom SR 80 Backs up
1- a prisilne relenlion lake wilrt amazing sunsels. Low mainte-
nance CBS.Stucco exterior with ali the aetails of a well designed
ccounlry home on the inside Features include Iray ceilings nte-
nor doors ail custom built, custom cabinets with tile backsplash


cBe qe4al(ty Co.
Office: 863-675-4547
Terri Banky Broker Cell: 863-673-4970
Shary Weckwerth Cell: 863-673-6498
Now online at www.bellerealty.com
LEADING THE WAY!


Well Built Cedar 3Bed;2Ba Home in popular river community ol
Caloosa Estates on a half acre hillside Lovely oversized deck
out back lor relaxing or entertaining $295,000.
Mobile on 1/2 acre soulh ol LaBelle with lots of paving and a
26x53 pole barn $92,500.
LOTS AND LAND
Development Potential 25 acres plus on FI Denaud Rd. Pair up
with available waleriront (priced Independently) lor an upscale
residential project $150,000 per acre.
5 Acres on Hwy 78. ltf .oft|in4L l potential income from
existing lease $165.0.o U U- ....
5 Beautiful Oak Laden Acres located East of LaBelle Qulel
County Living lor only $160,000.
Over Half an acre in the city. Complete with fence and culvert.


Light Industrial 4.65Ac with 2400 Sq, Ft Steel Bldg Excellent road
access just outside the city limits Could be spll under current
zoning $850,000.
Heavv Industrial Site lust soulh ol the city limits Industrial Loop
S'D Easy access to bolh SR 80 and Hwy 29 Cleared. filled and
culvert in $299,000
Profitable Towing Business established with many revolving
accounts & approved by all Ihe malor motor clubs. Currently
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* $595,900 3BD/2BA home on 2.34+/- acres in
Naples. Home features a pole barn, screen lanai, secu-
rity system, dual fireplace, eat-in kitchen and a Murphy
Bed just to name a few of the many extras this home
has to offer! Owner/Agent bring any serious offer.
* $550,000 PRICE REDUCEDI 4BD/3BA home on
1+/- acre. Home has vaulted and coffer ceilings, a
sound proof studio, moveable island in kitchen and an
above ground pool just to name a few of the luxuries
that this beautiful home offers.
- $259,900 3BD/1BA home with a lot of extras! The
home features new paint on the interior and exterior, a
paved driveway, well kept lawn with a fenced in back yard
and much more!
* $155,000- 2BD/1BAspadous home, features a com-
pletely fenced in yard and an above ground pool.
MOBILE HOMES:
* REDUCED TO $850,000 Mini ranch in Alva. This
3BD/2BA mobile home sits on 10+/- acres and includes
barns, ponds & much morel
* $475,000 Spacious 3BD/3BA mobile home in Muse
sits on 5+/- acres. This spacious home features an addi-
tion with it's own entrance and much more. The proper-
ty has a pond with an island and bridge, an above ground
pool, 2 barns and more.
* $300,000 3BD/1BA mobile home in Muse which
rests on 5+/- acres features a new well and roof.


Property is also fenced with a shed and pond.
* $139,400 to $151,900 There are (4) available
3BD/2BA manufactured homes and (1) available
4BD/2BA manufactured home available in the El Rio
Subdivision. All homes are on .50+/- acre. New and
still under construction! Call fro completelon date.
* $120,500 3BD/2BA manufactured home located
in the Moore Haven Yacht Club. This home is brand
new and under construction! This is the time to invest!
Call now for completion date.
* $113,900 2BD/2BA New and still under con-
structio a Ioore
Haven ft f 'way or
winter home. Call now for completion date.
* $112,500 2BD/2BA New Construction in the
Moore Haven Yacht Club. The Moore Haven Yacht
Club is a 55+/- "ownership" park. Call today for com-
pletion date!
* PRICE REDUCED $110,000 2BD/1BA mobile
home on 2.5+/- acres in Clewiston. Enjoy peaceful
country living year round or as a weekend getaway!
* $78,900 3BD/2BA mobile home in Ortona. The
mobile home is partially furnished. The lot is sur-
rounded in beautiful palm.and oak trees.
* JUST REDUCED $64,900- 3BD/2BA manufac-
tured home on .20+/- acres.
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* $1,500,000 Hwvy 27 frontage. Currently Auto


Salvage yard.
S$1,025,600 51+/- acres, secluded, lots of trees,
fronts on two roads, owner will divide.
* $988,025 Warehouse & office on 1.38+/- acre.
One of a kind Auto Salvage yard. Organized with clean
bill of health.
* PRICE REDUCED $900,000 45+/- Hard to find
acres adjoining Babcock property in Muse. Paved road
access.
* $650,000 2+/- acre in the heart of Alva on busy
SR 80.
* PRICE REDUCED $450,000 Build your dream
country home on these 4.4+/- acres. Great location!
Close to LaBelle, Alva & Fort Myers!
* $349,000 5.76+/- acres on a tropical setting in
Moore Haven. Property features all sorts of exotic fruit
trees and plants. Pole barn and 1930's home are locat-
ed on the property,. Home is to be sold "as is."
* $272,000- 10+/- acres with pines, a pond and
shed.
* $98,900 2.5+/- acres. Cleared in Montura. There is a
single wide mobile home included with the property. The
mobile home is to be sold "as is."
HOMESITES:
* $25,500 $72,900 Call for more information
about 3 available lots in Fordson Park. The lots have
been nicely maintained and are close to everything in
LaBelle.
* $29,900 $34,900 Mobile home lots available in
55 and older Community located in Moore Haven
Yacht Club. Call for more information.
CALL FOR AVAILABLE HOMESITE
IN PORT LABELLE. MONTURA
AND LEHIGH ACRES
RENTALS:
* $950/Monthly 3BD/2Ba home in Ortona.


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863-675-2718
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SPECTACULAR RIVERFRONT ESTATE


SITE with over 200 feet of waterfront and
already separated into 2 lots. The fabulous
view is naturally pristine across and up the
river from this 'Point" on both the main river
and the "Old River", which features 60 feet of
protected dockage. There is NO "Corps
Setback" on either lot, which may allow houses
and / or pools unusually close to River.
Beautiful area of upscale homes within blocks
of central LaBelle. $1,500,000
3BR/2.5BA CUSTOM ESTATE HOME
located on 3/1 acre corner lot in exclusive
Caloosa Harbor. The Interior of this open
floor plan features custom lighting, built
in desks, new carpet throughout, formal
dining room, entertainment room and
remote controlled security system. The
exterior features a well manicured/land-
scaped lawn and heated pool w/ waterfall.
This gorgeous home is a must see!
$618,900


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GORGEOUS RIVERFRONT! This 1.04
acre lot is wooded and located on County
Road 78. Build your dream home on this
parcel and enjoy endless views of the
Caloosahatchee River. Price Reduced
REDUCED! $499,000.
4BR/2BA SPACIOUS FAMILY HOME
features large kitchen, new a/c, upgraded
appliances, jet tub and above ground
pool. $179,500
CREEK FRONT HOME W/ RIVER
ACCESS! 2BR/2BA CBS home on
Pollywog Creek. Located in Caloosa
Estates S/D this home offers creek and
river views. Home's upgrades include new
porcelain tile throughout, new maple
kitchen cabinets and new roof. Master
bedroom and living room have sliding
glass doors which open up to shaded patio
and overlook creek. Private dock and
access to the Caloosahatchee River.
Priced to Sell- $299,900 Owner will con-
sider all reasonable offers! UNDER
CONTRACT


Marilyn Sears Licensed Real Estate Broker
Sales Associates Nancy Hendrickson, Margaret Whatley,
Yvonne Doll, Consuelo Tarin Lopez, Suzanne Sherrod
Judy Cross McClure and Receptionist Emily Curtis


WANT A GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD, a
well maintained home w/ private back
yard? This one is for you. A must see, this
home features new galvalume roof, ceram-
ic tile, new carpet, bonus room, landscap-
ing w/ separate well, hurricane shutters
and of course beautiful oaks. $274,500
WATERFRONT HOMES/LOTS
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCA-
TIONIll This 3 +/- acre peninsula has
over 700' of Caloosahatchee River
frontage with Hwy. 29 access. Zoned C-2
your possibilities are endless! $3,900,000
BEAUTIFUL RIVERVIEWS FROM
THIS 88+/- FOOT waterfront homesite
on dredged river oxbow w/ private dock in
place. Homesite is located approx. 75 ft.
from the main river in an area of nice
homes. $499,000
GORGEOUS RIVERFRONT! This 1.04
acre lot is wooded and located on County
Road 78. Build your dream home on this
parcel and enjoy endless views of the
Caloosahatchee River. Price Reduced
$525,000
BEAUTIFUL CREEKFRONT
HOMESITE! Build your dream home on
this .84 + acre lot on Pollywog Creek in a
beautiful riverfront community. Property
provides beautiful oaks, access to the
Caloosahatchee River and some river
view. Price Reduced $179,900
HOMES IN LABELLE
GRAND COUNTRY LIVING LOCAT-
ED IN THE HEART OF LABELLE!
Enjoy the open porches and breezy bal-
cony of this 4,000+/- sq. ft. home. A one


of a kind must see from the old bead-
board walls to the formal living + dining
room, the new pool, Jacuzzi tub and wood
carved Pub. Completely renovated plus a
new addition in 2005, home offers Hardi-
board siding, Trex decking, new roof, new
windows and floors, security system and
much more. $509,900
MOVE IN READY! Newly remodeled
3BR/2BA home located in the city on 1/
acre lot. New carpet, flooring andinteri-
or paint and spacious master bedroom
$185,000
2BR/1BA HOME IN LABELLE- needs
TLC. This( )] jpe Is covered in
gorgeous homesites -." Ht -,,t ,l R-2. Just
Reduced $145,000.
HOMES
FAMILY READY! This 3BR/2BA spacious
.CBS home features split floor plan and
large family room. $195,000
THIS IMMACULATE MANUFAC-
TURED HOME is situated on shaded
oversized lot in town and completely
fenced. Home features vaulted ceilings,
split floor plan, kitchen with pantry and
breakfast island. Front and back porches
are great for outdoor entertaining and
enjoyment. $149,900
MOVE IN READY! This 2 Br / 2 Ba
immaculate I eV'rtially fur-
nished, in | l f pplances.
Features 18- .daT g through-
out, vinyl room enclosure and lovely shad-
ed back yard. $142,500
4BR/2BA MANUFACTURED HOME!
This home provides the ultimate in priva-
cy on almost one acre. Spacious home,
vaulted ceilings and large master bed-
room and bath w/ garden tub. $149,900
3BR/2BA DOUBLEWIDE MOBILE
HOME on I acre. Home features vaulted
ceilings, large living room and split floor
plan. Fenced back yard, barn and scat-
tered oaks. $148,000
OAK COVERED /2 ACRE PROPERTY
with 2BR/1BA mobile home, very private,
screened deck and partially fenced yard,
located east of LaBelle. $1,000 Seller
Bonus $129,900


HOMES ON ACREAGE
3BR/1BA CBS HOME ON 8.8+/- ACRES
fronting on paved road approx. 3 miles
from town. Property is fenced & cross
fenced w/ gorgeous oaks and horse stable.
$490,000.
3.18 +/- ACRES W/1BR/1.5BA
COTTAGE style home located in Port
LaBelle Ranchettes, one of LaBelle's most
desirable communities. Situated at the
end of a cul de sac provides a peaceful &
private setting. Cathedral ceilings, ceram-
ic tile throughout, open floor plan and
wrap around porch. $469,900
2.46 +/- OAK COVERED ACRES
w/4BR/3.5BA Creek front home in a quiet
neighborhood. This home offers 3 master
suites and 226' of creek frontage. Large
28' x 40' storage building offers loft, elec-
tric, water and RV hook up. $315,000
ACREAGE/LOTS
2.5 +/- ACRES, stocked pond, partially
fenced, unique oak grove and ready to
build. Great location on CR 78 approx. 2
miles from town. Seller motivated!
$199,000
10 ACRE PARCEL located off Hwy 74
(Bermont Road) in Charlotte County.
Property zoned agricultural. Price
Reduced $129,900
BEAUTIFUL OAK COVERED CITY OF
LABELLE LOT. Located in established
neighborhood. Build your home on this
.45 acre lot. Price Reduced $79,900
BEAUTIFUL 100' X 185' RESIDEN-
TIAL HOMESITE w/beautiful oaks locat-
ed in the city of LaBelle and ready to
build! $89,900
OVERSIZED .64 ACRE WQODED resi-
dential homesite located in the city.
$89,000
RESIDENTIAL LOTI Shady .30 acre lot
w/ well, septic and 2 culverts for driveway.
Zoned for home or mobile home.
Reduced to $42,500
NICE ONE ACRE RESIDENTIAL LOT
w/ some trees located in Montura Ranch
Estates. $49,000 UNDER CONTRACT
COMMERCIAL/BUSINESS
PRIME LOCATION Business zoned
property located in Downtown LaBelle.
Perfectly situated on the corner of (Hwy


29) Bridge Street aid Park Avenue thi
property has endless possibilities. "Old
Historical Florida-Style two story build-
ing, 1,846 sq. ft. w/ 122' frontage on
Bridge Street and a "Quaint Old-Florida
Cracker-Style" office fronting on Park
Avenue. $1,200,000
WHAT A GREAT OPPORTUNITY!
Historic commercial building w/ 3 com-
pletely renovated rental units.
Renovations include new roof, 2 new a/c
units, stucco, paint, resurfaced parking
and more. Located in a high traffic area
surrounded by offices, restaurants and
businesses. $550,000
REDUCED PRICE $350,000!!!
RENOVATED BUILDING!! READY
FOR YOUR BUSINESS!!! Need a place
to locate your business. This is it! Highly
visable, only 180 ft. East of Bridge Street.
Totally remodeled building situated on
.31 acre lot fronting on.Washington Ave.
across from bank drive thru. Property is
175' deep which leaves room for future
expansion. Renovations include all new
crown molding, ceramic tile, siding,
plumbing, electric and A/C.
BUSINESS ZONEDI This 2 Br / 1 Ba
home is situated on a high traffic road in
the city.Just 2 blocks north of Hwy 80 and
1 block east of Bridge Street and sur-
rounded by local banks and businesses.
Price reduced $215,000
INDUSTRIAL
INDUSTRIAL-INDUSTRIAL-
INDUSTRIAL! This 1.12 acre parcel fea-
tures easy access off of two paved roads
and a currently occupied steel building w/
over 5,400 sq. ft. PRICED TO SELL AT
$525,000.
4.14 ACRES ZONED INDUSTRIAL.
Property features 80' x 100' hangar plus
1998 3BR/2BA 2,200 sq. ft. doublewide
mobile home. Great investment... Great
Location $1,500,000
INDUSTRIAL PROPERTY! Excellent
investment opportunity w/ 277' frontage
on Hwy 29. 1.59+/- acres on corner of
Hwy 29 and N. Industrial Loop Road, 3
steel buildings- (Warehouse-3,80 sq. ft.;
shop 1,600 sq. ft.; office building 2,520
sq. ft.) all currently leased. $1,300,000


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Shelly O'Bannon with Reserve Champion hog.


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Jacey Sealey with her Grand Champion hog.


Hobbs Crockett won senior
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Cory Taylor won junior
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Feathers and fun at livestock show


By Sonja Crawford
In the Pee Wee Poultry Divi-
sion receiving blue ribbons were
Aleigh Hackman, Jordan Hack-
man, Alexis Miller, Melanie Miller
and Marshall Platt.
-In the Jr./Sr. Poultry Division
receiving blue ribbons : Chrissy
Mansell (2), Jayna Mansell (2),
Pricilla Marante (1), Sierra Raso
(4), Britney Woosley (2), Stephen
Woosley (1). Receiving red rib-
bons: Priscilla Marante (1) and
Stephen Woosley (1). Overall in
the Poultry Division, the Best of
Show was awarded to Britney
Woosley with her Frizzle.and the
Best Opposite was captured by
Sierra Raso with her Black Breast-
ed Dutch.


In the Jr/Sr Turkey Division
receiving blue ribbons: Matt Platt
(1), Rebecca Singleton (1), and
Stephen Woosley (2). Overall in
the Turke\ Division, Stephen
Woosley took Best of Show with
his Royal Palm and the Best
Opposite was Stephen's Burbon
Red.
In the Jr/Sr Water Fowl Divi-
sion receiving blue ribbons (num-
ber of blue ribbons): Priscilla
Marante (2) and Stephen
Woosley (1). Receiving red rib-
bons: Stephen Woosley (1). In the
Overall Water Fowl Division;
Priscilla Marante took the Best of
Show with her Male Peking and
her Female Peking captured the
Best Opposite.


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Submitted to the Caloosa Belle/JuaOIm pasKvan
Liz Moreno of Injury Prevention at Lee Memorial Children's
Hospital, fitted Alexa with a new helmet to go along with the
shiny new bike she won donated by the Children's Hospital.


Five-year-old Francesca
Haskins was thrilled with her
new IPOD that she won at
the Children's Fair, courtesy
of Ana Rivera and the His-
panic Outreach Program of
Hendry Glades Behavioral
Health.


Annual Children's Fair: fun for all


LaBelle Elementary School
cafeteria tables were loaded
with information, refreshments
and fun activities for both chil-
dren and parents this last Satur-
day. Judith Paskvan, Program
Manager with Healthy Families
of Hendry/Glades Counties was
happy to acknowledge that the
LaBelle Elementary School and
Principal Sue Schaffer has been
most accommodating these four
years allowing all the agencies
within the Family Service Net-
work of Hendry/Glades United
Way to set up their Children's
Fair in the school cafeteria.
Over 200 children and adults
participated in this year's annual
event. Hearing and vision
screenings were also offered.
Bike helmets were professional-
ly fitted and given away to over
60 individuals, courtesy of the
Children's Hospital. Children


were treated to several free
books to take home and enjoy.
Over 50 door prizes were given
away during the four hour event.
The LaBelle Fire Department
brought a fire truck for the chil-
dren to explore. Also on hand
were the Hendry County Canine
Unit, EMS and ambulance dis-
plays.
The phone numbers below
are for your convenience. Please
take time to find out what servic-
es are in your area.
SAqui en la Esuela Primaria de
LaBelle encontrara? mesas con,
informaci6n y actividades para
usted y sus hijos. Los numerous
siguientes son utiles. Por favor
toma tiempo para averiguar
cuales servicios estan en su area.
Organization Contact num-
bers.
Hendry County Health
Department, 674-4041, 983-


1408, Healthy Families, 674-4041
x 149 983-3311 x 525, Healthy
Start, 674-4041 x 131, 983-1408 x
522 United Way-211, 675-8383
or 211, Child Care of SW Florida,
239-278-1002, School Health,
983-1408 x 522, FDLRS Child
Find -Parenting Services Heart-
land, 674-4565, Family Health
Centers Outreach Department,
239-850-2458, Opening Doors
Program, 674-4041 x 138, RCMA
- Redlands Christian Migrant
Association, 674-4652, Hendry
Glades Project Hope, 674-4050,
983-1423, Lee Memorial Chil-
dren's Hospital Injury Prevention
Program, 239-432-4491, Heart To
Heart, 674-4056 x 127, Make A
Wish, 239-992-9474, Abuse
Counseling & Treatment (ACT)
674-1811, Early Reading First,
239-939-2193, Early Learning
Coalition, 239-267-4105, Project
Hope, 863-581-4945.


Learn about autism


and toilet training
The Center for Autism and cphilbro@fgcu.edu. CARD-USF
Related Disabilities-University of provides program services for
South Florida (CARD-USF) will individuals with autism, dual
present "Toilet Training," from 4 sensory impairments and relat-
to 6 p.m., Wednesday, March 15 ed disabilities, families, profes-
at Redlands Christian Migrant signals and peers.
Association (RCMA), 551 West
Cowboy Way, La Belle. The pro- al
gram is designed for the parents
and caregivers of young children
with autism spectrum disorders
and related disabilities between
the ages of 2 and 7 years.
The workshop provides the
fundamentals of toilet training
including strategies for young
children with special needs who
appear reluctant to participate.
CARD-USF training are
offered in Lee County as a free Fiberglass Shingles Meta
public service. Pre-registration is Roof Overs Coatings o
required on or before March 13.
Call (239) 590-7771 or e-mail S Li Ca
registration information to State CeTied Roofing Co
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239.694.7537
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334-6712
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Remodeling & Additions
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1454 Madison Ave- Immnolkaee, FL
For appointments cali 239-658-3000
walk-ns Welcome
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Appointments Are Necessary
Please Call 239-657-6363


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863/S75-640Q
Fax 863/612-0250
Cell: 239/246-3094
Mark Schoenwald.
Certified Estate Specialst
UZ 88 M2 3171


World Class
Barber Shop
4 Barbers
Late Nights Thurs 9- 8
216 S. Main Street Unit 3
LaBelle, FL
863-674-1775


t CHRIST
THE KING
Lutheran Church
1362 Thigpen Road
LaBelle, FL
9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship
The Lords Supper 1", 3" & 5 Sundays
Bible Stdy Sundays at 10:15 am.
hereeveray rtisSomebody- andJesus isord
863-675-2733
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239
466-8605
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283 South Bridge St
LaBelle, FL 33935
(863) 674-1122
Hours
Monday thru Wednesday
9 a.m. to 7.p.m.
Thursday and Friday
9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Smart Tan Accredited Salon


IGLESIA BAUTISTA
NUEVO TESTAMENT
300 Davis St. En la esquina de Bryan Ave.
Domingo: Servido 10:00 am.
Studio Biblico 6:00 p.m.
Mattes: Servido 7:30 p.m.
Paster Ben Millican
863-674-0837
Iglesia: 674-0838
Ciro C.:571-0377
Todos estan invitados
a nuestra nueva Iglesia




LABELLE
V ELECTRIC
Serving LaBele Since 19/9
Industrial
Commercial
Residential
State Certified & Insured
863-673-2463
239-370-7954


CANCER CAN BE EXPENSIVE
OUR CANCER POLICY ISN'T!
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Agent
Senior Liberty Undenvriter NSAA Qualifier
LUTC Graduate LUTC Fellow
Liberty National /A
Life Insurance Company j
2035 McGregor Blvd Ft. Myers. FL 33903
(239) 334-2491
(863) 517-0386 (CELL)


PEI'S TRACTOR
SERVICES
Bush hogging, mowing/grading,
land clearing or other jobs?
239-728-6629



Osceola Concrete
SServices LLC
Colored Stamped Concrete
Lanais, Drives, Walks
Interior, Exterior, Acd Staining
Concrete Repair and Resealing

863-674-9073
863-843-0333
Licensed and Insured


340 N. BRIDGE STREET
LABELLE, FL
863-674-0003
Jackson River Where
Quality is Done in Style


STATE FARM


INSURANCE

Rena I. Dipofi
13 Missouri St. Suite A
LaBelle, FL
(863) 675-1880
Like a good neighbor.
State Farm is there.*


BRandil's

Garage, Inc.
.Y*r Loal ACDdCeCarCarmtCacar
863-675-1032
737 S. Bridge St.

just North of Lagfor Ford



LEIRrEmR- CARPET
& TILE OUTLET
Wholesale flooring warehouse
1050 COMMERCE DR
I.aXrw.rP FL
Easofth4 way stop at Cowboy lay
Makc arighronto Commerc Drive
863-675-8575
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675-7045

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1060 Hwy 29 S. LaBelle
863-675-0717
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MAINTENANCE!
CELL:
863-673-4091,
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Dana Howard
Weekley.
American
Legion Post 130
699 Hwy 80 West
LaBelle, FL









NEW HOME CONSTRUCTION
p)863-612-0070
f) 863-612-0080
825 E Cowboy Way Suite 108
LaBelle FL 33935


HANDYMAN
CARPET CLEANING
TREE & LAWN MAINTAINENCE
CALL (863) 675-7297
FREE Estimates
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Sherrie L. Easterly LMT,
#41201
70 Yeomans Ave
PEO. Box 2135
LaBelle, FL 33975
Stress Relief Alone Can Improve
Your Vitality & State of Mind


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Financial Advisor
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14 Caloosa Belle, Thursday, March 9, 2006


COES Students of the
Month for January


Submitted to the Caloosa Belle/COES
First Row, Kindergarten, from left: Fernanda Ibarra, Ger-
ardo Rivo-Leal, Diana Espinoza, Joshua Miller, Michelle
Pardo, Dustin Sanchez, Easton Robinson, Corbin
Kohutek. Second row, first grade: Yasmin Lopez, Sergio
Jimenez, Lupita Guillen, Lizbeth Paniagua, Brianna
Briones, Ernesto Alvarez, Angelica Jimenez. Third row,
second grade: Mayreli Garcia, Janely Jaimes, Cesar Gal-
legos, Cruz Hernandez, Ana Arreola, Kayla Wilkes.


First row, third grade: Fernando Resendiz, Juan Lopez,
David Herrera, Isaac Santillian, Tania Santiago, Kassan-
dra Melgoza, Omar Espinoza. Second row, fourth grade:
Alfredo Mar, Ricarrdo Moreno, Jasmine Jimenez, Robert
Koff, Maria Coria. Third row, fifth grade: Jose Bedolla,
Meagan Young, Eduardo Gonzalez, Ryan Hellard, Page
Purvis, Omar Lora. Not pictured Dawson McLain, Arman-
do Mosqueda.


Las Noticias en Espanol


Evento Musical
La music es el lenguaje univer-
sal y los amantes de ella la sienten
fuerte y clara cada vez que Reiko
Niya-Chow y sus talentosos ami-
gos traen sus especialidades musi-
cales al concerto que daran en La
Belle el domingo 12 de marzo alas
2 de la tarde en el auditorio de La
Preparatoria.
La concertista principal de La
,Sinfonica del Suroeste Floridiano y
vilonista Reiko, traera al violinist
Danut Muresan, Rachel Cox en la
viola, llie Curteanu y Hideki Sunaga
en el bajo; Ademas de los musicos
profesionales estaran los musicos
de La Preparatoria Nick Proverbs y
Anna Martinson.
No se pierda este sensational
concerto de music clasica. Reiko
ha sido una violinist professional
desde hace:20 anos. Ella y su
esposo el doctor Kai Fu Chow le
han dado a LaBelle el regalo extra-
ordinario de la music.
Reserve sus tiquetes temprano
en la oficina del doctor Chow. Tele-
fono: 675-4450. Tambien puede
llamar a La Preparatoria: 674-4120.
Resultado
De Encuesta
El Condado de Hendry tiene
417 personas sin vivienda, los
numerous se doblaron en el 2006
porque en el 2005 se contaron 225.
De cierta manera los numerous son
buenos para darle mejores servi-
cios a estas personas, entire mas
suben los numerous mas suben los
fondos monetarios. La mayoria se
debe a la destruction que hizo el
huracan Wilma de acuerdo al
informed que dio Glenn Price, quien
ha estado al frente de esta situation,
desde que se creo La Coalision dd
La Gente sin Vivienda en Hendry
hace various anos.
Mas noticias nuevas: posible-
mente con los fondos que se
reciban se construira un centro de
refugio para los que no tienen


casa. La Pastora Marsha Edgar de
la iglesia Libertad de Alabar, es la
president nueva de La Coalision,
Su iglesia dara el primer paso para
que este proyecto se haga realidad
algun dia, ella dijo que se puede
usar la mitad de su propiedad para
usarlo como un refugio.
Treinta voluntarios contaron las
417 personas que viven en el
bosque, carros, y detras de edifi-
cios..De esos 417 contados 95 son
de Clewiston y el resto es de La
Belle. De ahora en adelante sera
mas facil contar las personas sin
vivienda porque se usara un sis-
tema electronic que sera usado
por las siguientes organizaciones
que tienen licencia: El Ejercito de
Salvacion, Camino Unido (United
Way) y la Iglesia Libertad de Alabar.
La Coalicion esta esperando recibir
$450.000 para dar servicios. Cada
persona que fue entrevistada
durante la encuesta recibio un
paquete de higiene con informa-
cion de varies servicios.Los volun-
tarios se dieron cuenta.que para
cada persona habia una historic.
Arlene Bettencourt de Camino
Unido fue a contar los que no
lienen casa con su cunada y su hijo
y dos nietos gemelos.EI grupo lue
de casa en casa para ret lsar las
areas de los bosques y despues
fueron al Parque Barron para
comer almuerzo, alli vieron a un
hombre que se asusto much
cuando ellos le pidieron hablar son
el y quedo muy agradecido cuando
ellos le dieron parte de su almuer-
zo. Por las 4:00 pm el grupo estaba
list para irse cuando les dijeron
que en el bosque habian unas
families en unas trails. Esta gente
no tiene ningun .servicio como
agua o electrecidad, tenian un
infante de tres meses. Arlene les
dejo algunos articulos para el bebe
y les recomendo que fueran al pro-
grama Puertas Abiertas del Centro
de Salud.
El clima estaba perfect ese dia,
el mundo no es perfect pero
nosostros tenemos un trabajo,


salario fijo y un lugar para vivir. 417
y otros mas que no se contaron no
tienen estos lujos. Arlene Betten-
court y sus nietos hacen cada sem-
ana sopa de pollo para los desvali-
dos que no tienen donde vivir. El
dia en que vieron la miseria y


WELCOME


pobreza de los desvalidos cambio
su punto de vista de la vida. Tal vez
eso es lo que muchos de nosotros
necesitamos. A veces nos que-
jamos y no nos damos cuenta de
las bendiciones que tenemos
mientras que otros no tiene nada.


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NEW CHURCH

IN PORT LABELLE
The
COMMUNITY FAITH
FELLOWSHIP CHURCH


will be holding services at 8:45 a.m.
each Sunday in their building
at the corner of Eucalyptus and
Beechwood Circle in Port LaBelle.
If you enjoy singing, fellowship and
preaching from the Bible,
plan to join us there
Refreshments available before service:


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863-675-2122
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B 8637995- 500
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ALAN KELLY
MORTGAGE
Kelly Barnes
Principal Mortgage Broker
825 Cowboy Way, Suite 110
LaBelle, FL 33935
Office: (863) 674-0091
Pax: (863) 674-0095 '
Cell: (239) 707-4404
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Lic, Real Estate Broker
Office: 863-612-0551
Fax: 863-612-0553
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REAL ESTATE
97 Park Ave.
LaBelle, FL 33935
"Across From Barron Park"
863-675-2718
www.labellerlverside.com
e-mal: labelleriverside@earthlink.net
PI MLS' Marilyn Sear
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Realtor
BUS: 863-675-3726
Cell: 863-843-0406
"-'- Bankston
S' Realty


SBC
FINANCE
Licensed Florida Broker Business.
100% Financing Available
49 N. Industrial Loop Rd, LaBelle
863-675-3275
9-5 Mon Friday
Special Appointments Available
HaNamos Espaiol

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S Plumbing Inc.
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625-0898
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STEAK, SEAFOOD & PASTA
700 W. LEEIAND HEIGHTS BLVD.
SUrITE 103
LEHIGH ACRES, FL
239.369.8883


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HOT OR COLD PRESSURE CLEAN
LICENSED & INSURED
CALL
NATHAN (863) 673-2360
ERIC (239) 253-7491
OFMCE: (863) 675-5055




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180 N. Bridge St. LaBelle, FL
(863) 675-6788
1-888-675-6762
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Realty &
Mortgage, Inc.


450 Hwy 80 W.
LaBelle, FL
674-0101



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Wednesday through Saturday
5 p.m. 11 p.m.
HAPPY HOUR 5 p.m. 7 p.m.
1 OxBow DRIVE
LABELLE, FL
863.675.4411


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located in
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100 N. Main St.
LaBelle, FL 33935
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OFFICE:
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CELL:
863-673-4970
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74 N. BRIDGE ST
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863-612-0002
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238 N. Bridge St. LaBelle, F
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TREE SERVICE
High Risk Trees
Trimming & Removal
Stump Grinding
Land Clearing
Excavator Work
Prompt Free Estimates
Licensed and Insured
863-675-3955
(35 Years Experience)


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433 W. Hwy. 80 (863) 675-1616
Sales Rentals Property Management
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Real Estate Corp
580 S. Main St. LaBelle, FL
863-675-1973
e-mail: newhorizons-re@earthlink.net
If you are thinking of buying
or selling, give Ns call!
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M*-tA Utc Real state Broker
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TREE SERVICE
Licensed and Insured
863-675-0403


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Auction, 469+/- acres, divid-
ed, 2 prime farms, partially
irrigated, Sylvania, GA, Sat-
urday, March 25, 10:00 a.m.
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2 homes plus personal prop-
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JEWELRY, at the Frost proof
Sports Complex, on 2/28,
Call to identify
(863)635-6677
PIT BULL, in Pioneer, Must
give description to claim.
(863)675-5872


BLACK LAB, 7 mo's old w/
white star on chest. "Max"
Missing from 747 S. Bridge.
$100 Reward. (863)673-0387
BLACK MALE CAT, W/Cataract
in right. Flat face, Older. An-
swers to Mikey. Mar. 1st,
Treasure Island Area
(863)697-9974 REWARD!!!
CAT- missing since 3/3, large
friendly- orange cat, Reward
(941)524-8932
CHIHUAHUA, Male, Please re-
turn "TJ". Black & White/tan on
face. Pioneer-17th St./Tampa
Ave. Reward. 863-983-7702
DACHSHUND brown & red,
miniature, friendly, Bass-
wood entrance/Sunoco store
on 98N. (863)467-6996.
ENGLISH BULLDOG- missing
in Clemonsville area, brindle
color (863)304-2590


CATAHOULA MIX -2 yrs, (M),
neutered, Partially trained.
Good w/Kids & dogs. Free to
Good Home! 863-673-2757
FIREWOOD- seasoned oak,
cut up, approx 20", will help
load (863)763-6203


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Free Puppies to good home
only. (863)674-0965
FREE SATELLITE TV SYSTEM,
4 receivers + 1 dish. Free
Installation. 877-833-6360
GRATIS! Sistema de TV via
satellite. Instalacion incluida!
1-877-833-6360
RABBITS (2), adult, Free to
good home. (863)357-2274.
SOLID WHITE CAT, Spayed
and declawed to good home.
Includes carrying cage and
accessories. (863)763-7022
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BARNYARD
SALE
LaBelle, Sat. & Sun. Mar 11th
& 12th, 2pm-4pm, Circle Y &
Passier Saddles, & Much
More! Call for a List &
Directions.(863)675-2106



LaBelle, Sat., March 11th,
8am-2pm, 463 E. Lincoln Ave.
Home Made Country Furniture,
Vintage Dishes, Crafts &
Misc. Household Items.
LAS FAMILIES de ECMHSP
estaran teniendo una yarda
el domingo 12 de Marzo co-
menzando a las 8:00 de la
manana hasta ? habra algo
para todos. Se Ilevara acabo
en el 300 W. Cowboy Way
en LaBelle, FL. Estamos
aceptando donaciones.
Gracias,
Las families de ECMHSP
Palm & Pines Annual
Multi-Family Yard Sale
Felda, Sat., March 11th,
8am-?, 1225 Hwy. 29 South
Something for everyone!
Lots of parking in rear.
Don't Miss It, See You There!!!
YARD
SALE

SATURDAY 3/11
1756 78 West
8 a.m.- ?
Lots of Stuff & Bake Sale


Spring Craft Show, Barren
Park, Sat., Mar. 11, 2006,
8:30am til 3pm, Artists and
Grafters Welcome. Call Cobie
517-0369


IUGara.e/
Yard Saes


THE FAMILIES OF ECMHSP
will be having a Giant Yard
Sale, Sunday, March 12th
from 8: am til ?, Something
for everyone. It will be locat-
ed at 300 W. Cowboy Way in
the parking lot. We are ac-
cepting all types of donations
Thank You
ECMHSP families


LIVE IN COMPANION- for eld-
erly man, Compensation.
Outside employment also
permitted. (863)763-9697
Tall Guy, Secure, Stable. To
meet Attractive Gal or Friends
for Dining, Traveling, etc.
Lets meet! (863)946-3123


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tionships? Buy and Read
DIANETICS by L. Ron Hub-
bard Call (813)872-0722 or
send $8.00 to Dianetics,
3102 N. Habana Ave., Tam-
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Employment


Employment -
Full-Time 205
Employment -
Medical 210
Employment -
Part-Time 215
Employment
Wanted 220
Job Information 225
Job Training 227
Sales 230



ALICO INC is now hiring
for the following positions
Citrus Canker Inspectors
Equipment Operators
Please apply at our main office
640 S. Main Street
LaBelle, FL 33935
or fax resume to:
863-675-6928
Alico Inc is a DFWP and EOE
AMERICA'S DRIVING ACADE-
MY Start your driving career!
Offering courses in CDL A &
B. One tuition fee! Many pay-
ment options! No registration
fee! (888)808-5947 in-
fo@americasdrivingacade-
my.com.
BACKHOE/HEAVY
EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Experience and clean driving
record a must. Good pay with
bonus plan. (863)885-2445
CDL DRIVER NEEDED
Must have had CDL 2yrs.
Good Pay. Call Greg.
(863)673-6132


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UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA Research Cen-
ter, Immokalee, FL. Agricultural Assistant
Position. High School Diploma and citrus
grove experience required. Salary $9.50/hr Drug Freer
with benefits. Farm work in university citrus Class A CDL. Excell
grove and off station mechanical harvesting 401K, Paid Vacatio
site to maintain trees. Collect data on tree & Bonm
growth, fruit production, and equipment
performance. Operation of tractor and im- Appl1
elements, chain saw ad hand tools. Call 5701 Ft. Dei
Kris Sytsma 239-658-3400. AA/EA/EEO Gulfcoast P-
or call 863-
Builders Choice Supply DRIVER/FORKLIFT OP
Looking for CDL Needed at Ben Hill Griffin Liq.
class B or better Driver- NOW HIRING QUALI- Fert operation. Must have
for deliveries. FIED DRIVERS for Central CDL with HAZMAT & Tanker
Call 863-674-9900 Florida Local & National OTR endorsement as well as
positions. Food grade tanker, warehouse exp. Excellent
Drivers- Flatbed, Reefer & no hazmat, no pumps, great benefits pkg offered.
OTR. Recent Average benefits, competitive pay & EOE/DFW. Contact 863-
$1.27-1.47 per mile, No Ex- new equipment. Need 2 635-2251/239-707-0004 or
perience? On the Road years experience. Call By- hr(bhoriffin.com
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DRIVER NEEDED CDL Class
B drivers license required.
Must have clean driving
record. Good benefits pack-
age. Drug Free Workplace.
Call (239)657-3168 and ask
for David Carreno or apply in
person at:
United Agri Products
116 Jerome Dr. Immokalee, FL


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Accounting ivianager
Supervises the maintenance of the general ledger for their
assigned entity / area and for the production of related fi-
nancial statements. Responsible for oversight of one or
more functions including but not limited to sales /
accounts receivable, accounts payable, production ac-
counting and reporting, cost accounting, fixed assets and
budgeting. Serves as a financial resource to a specific
segment of the organization (i.e. groves, processing,
sales and fruit procurement). Must be able to back up oth-
er areas as needed.
Email your resume or brief summary of experience to
mnelson@ussugar.com
Fax:. 863-902-3168
United States Sugar Corporation is one of America's larg-
est diversified, privately held agribusiness firms. We are
employee owned.and have excellent benefits including out-
standing Medical & Dental plans.
All successful applicants will be drug tested and.a
background check will be given o US Sugar is an Equal
Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce
Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.

CLEWISTON CHILD CARE
CENTER DIRECTOR

Harlem Academy Child Care Center is
seeking an experienced Center Director.
BS/BA degree required with experience
in all aspects of center operations. Send
resume to R.S. 4315 Metro Pkwy. Fort
Myers, FL 33916, FAX 239-278-3031.
E-mail BobS@ccswfl.org.
EOE Drug Free Workplace


CITY OF LARE-I.IR
THE CITY OF LABELLE IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
WITH COMPUTER EXPERIENCE PREFERRED IN GEN-
ERAL ACCOUNTING, ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLES,
EXCEL PROGRAM AND SOME WORD PROCESSING.
APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL MARCH 17,
2006 MUST HAVE A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR
GED.
APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE AT LABELLE CITY HALL
BETWEEN 8:30 A.M. TO 5:00 PM. MONDAY THRU FRI-
DAY LOCATED AT 481 HICKPOCHEE AVENUE WEST,
POST OFFICE 458, LABELLE, FLORIDA 33975
The City of LaBelle is an Equal Opportunity Employer

NOTICE
The City of LaBelle is accepting applications until
5:00 PMon March 17, 2006 for a water and
wastewater plant trainee operator. Applications
must have a high school diploma or GED with a
valid drivers license.
Applications are available at the LaBelle City Hall,
481 Hickpochee Ave, between the hours of 8:30
AM and 5:00 PM, Monday thru Friday
The City of LaBelle is an Equal Opportunity Employer
and a Drug Free Workplace.


HELP WANTED
Applications are being accepted for. a
Customer Billing Representative in the
City of LaBelle Utility Department. This
position requires strong clerical and peo-
ple skills. Involves high volume of com-
puter work. Full time with benefits.
Applications can be obtained from the
Personnel Department at City Hall.
Deadline for submission is March 17,
2006.
The City of LaBelle is an Equal Opportunity Employer


Lee County Solid Waste Division
Has openings for the following positions:
Driver, Class "A" CDL with Airbrake endorsement- 3
positions and Equipment Operator-1 position
For additional information and online application go to:
www.lee-countv.com/humanresources and click on the job list
or call (239)335-2245.
Lee County is an EOE / At-will / Veterans Preference employer.


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Are you interested in developing a career with a fast growing company?
Are you energetic, hard working, and do you enjoy people?
Are you looking for an opportunity to learn new skills
while using your existing skills?
The Seminole Casino in Immokalee is offering opportunities to join our
team of professionals in the departments of:
SECURITY
STAD
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POKER
Our positions require a minimum of a High School diploma or GED and
relevant work experience. Must have the ability to communicate fluently in
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notch customer service skills. We provide excellent pay and benefits,
training, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement.
CATCH THE EXCITEMENT!
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Immediate restaurant management
openings in Lake Placid, Moore
Haven, LaBelle, Clewiston and
Okeechobee. We are a franchise with
27 restaurants throughout South
Florida and are hiring energetic,
honest, and responsible individuals.
We offer:
-Excellent Salaries
-Medical and Life Insurance
-Dental Insurance
401K Savings Plan
-Paid Vacations
-Advancement Opportunities
-Training Program

For an interview please call:
863-983-4224
or mail your resume in confidence to:
Pauline Alvarez
Southern Management Corporation
1014 W. Sugarland Hwy.
Clewiston, FL 33440


HELP WANTED
Custodian. Must be able to work evenings. Must have a valid
driver license.

Forklift Operator/Assistant atthe Recycling & Hazardous
Waste Collection Center in LaBelle. CDL license preferred.

Mechanic I. Basic mechanic knowledge, experience as an au-
tomotive service worker or mechanic's helper preferred.
Mechanic II. Graduate from an approved course in heavy &
diesel mechanics, threeyears experience.
Both Mechanic positions require class B driver's license. Must
have a High School Diploma or GED. Both located in Clewiston.
GSI Coordinator forthe LaBelle office. Must have Bachelor of
Science from an accredited college or university in computer
science, geography, or related field with considerable experi-
ence in the use of geographic information systems or 8yrs
equivalent experience.
These positions are full time with medical benefits, retirement,
sick and vacation leave.
These positions will be open until filled. Job descriptions &
applications can be obtained in the Satellite Office in Clewiston
and the Courthouse in LaBelle in the HR Department.
Vet Pref. EEO. Drug free. Applicants needing assistance in the
application process should contact the Hendry County Com-
missioners HR Department.


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I yr exp in an environ svcs related setting. Ability to perform cleaning
functions to maintain a sanitary, safe, & order environment.
Phone: 863-902-3079 or FaX resume to: 863-983-0805
Drug Free Workplace EOE




Charlotte County citrus grove is seeking a
mechanic with tools and valid Class B
Florida drivers license. Must have expe-
rience with farm/grove equipment die-
sel engines and hydraulics a plus. We
provide a good working environment,
competitive wages and benefits. Appli-
cants may call for appointment or apply
in person at:




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Class "A" Semi Driver needed.
Driver needed to haul com-
pany fruit, cattle and equip-,
ment. Willing to haul in
Hendry County and Polk
County areas. Straight lime.
$9.50/hour. Full time em-
ployment with paid holidays
and vacation. Must nave
clean record, speak and urn-
derstand English Apply al
Tri-Britton, Inc. Grove sie lo-
cated on Coun-y Road 832
Keri Road) in Hendry
County or call
239-860-9085 M-F. 9OOAM
to 5:00PM.
Drivers CDL A. Special Or-
ientation Pay for Experienced
Drivers! Home Weekends'
Great Pay & Benefits! Pjid
Training for School Grads!
Cypress Truck Lines, Inc.
www.cypressltuck.com
(888)808-5846.
DUMP TRUCK DRIVER
Expenence pretereo. Clean
driving record a musl Good
pay wim bonus plan
1863)885-2445
DUMP TRUCK DRIVERS
Must be experienced &
have clean driving record. New.
equipment Excellent pay with
sign on bonus. 863-675-0523
or 863-517-0506
Earn Up to $550 WEEKLY
Working through the govern-
ment. PT No Eoerience Call
Today!! (800l488-2921 Ask
.for Department i.
EXPERIENCED PLUMBER
(863)675-1155
EXPERIENCED SHINGLE
LAYERS WANTED: Must have
own tools and work vehicle.
863-675-4025
Feed Mill Manager Needed
Benefits available. Experience
in production, dispatch,
troubleshooting and employee
management a plus. Salary
based upon qualifications
and experience. Apply at
Syfrett Feed Company
3079 NW 8th Street
Okeechobee
(863)763-5586
FORESTRY EQUIPMENT
OPERATORS
2 yrs experience
Maintenance knowledge
Work through out
the region
40.0 + hr week
Competitive salary
& benefit package
DWWP EOE
Forestry Resources
Vegetation Management
4353 Michigan Link
Ft. Myers, FL
Fax 239-334-2952
Email:
pconrad@gomulch.com
F/T to P/T Supervisors and
Cleaning Techs, Dependable,
transportation a must. Call
(239)910-0785, or fax
(239)458-5063
GROVE LABORERS/
TRACTOR OPERATORS
Duties include all aspects of
Grove/Farm labor and opera-
tion of various farm equip-
ment. Full time, year round
employment. Paid holidays
and vacation. Must speak
some English and have own
transportation. Apply at Tri-
Britton, Inc. Grove site locat-
ed on County Road 832 (Keri
Road) in Hendry County or
call 239-860-9085 M-F,
9:00AM to 5:PM.
LIVE ON RANCH
Mature experienced Book-
keeper. Must have valid
drivers lic.& furnish refs.
Day 863- 634-7552/
Night 863-763-5321
"NOW HIRING 2006" AVER-
AGE POSTAL EMPLOYEE
EARNS $57,000/YR Mini-
mum Starting Pay $18.00/hr.
Benefits/Paid Training and
Vacations No Experience
Needed (800)584-1775 Ref
#P4901.
One All Around Helper to help
maintain shop and help with
various types of agricultural
work. This position will in-
clude keeping shop straight
and neat, filling in where
needed in all grove/ranch ac-
tivities. Must speak some
English and have own trans-
portation. Full time, year
round employment with paid
holidays and vacation. Apply
at Tri-Britton, Inc. Grove site
located on County Road 832
(Keri Road) in Hendry
county or call
239-860-9085 M-F, 9:00AM.
to 5:00PM, .
SENECESITA CHOFER
para dump truck.
Junior Trucking
863-673-1591 or 674-4719


Glades County
Board of County Commissioners
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

ACCOUNT CLERK I
HOURLY RANGE: $10.68- $16.02
EXCELLENT BENEFITS: Healthcare, State Retirement, annual
leave, sick leave, holidays and educational incentives.
MAJOR DUTIES: Answer phones,handle public inquiries,
data entry, process accounts payable and payroll.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Applicant must have
good typing skills with special emphasis on office organization
and file management. Applicant must be capable of operating
customary office machines and be knowledgeable in Microsoft
Works, Word and Excel. Applicant must present a neat and
professional appearance and possess good communication
skills. Applicant must be able to handle difficult situations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equiva-
lent, and one year clerical experience.
JOB LOCATION: Glades County Courthouse
WORK SCHEDULE: 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Monday -Friday
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION: Glades County Application, and
valid Florida Drivers License.
SUBMIT APPLICATION TO: Clerk of Circuit Court
500 Avenue J Suite 102
RO. Box 10
Moore Haven, FL 33471
(863)946-6010
Glades County is a drug-free, non smoking workplace



Mechanics and Welders

$20.06 per HR
Mechanics
5+ years ol experience as a journeyman level mechan-
ic with the ability to install, maintain, troubleshoot and
repair industrial equipment such as pumps, motors,
conveying systems, hydraulics, turbines, gear boxes
and related equipment.

Welders
Perform welding on various types of steel structures,
pressurized vessels and pressurized piping. Able to
weld wih mig and tig. Ability to use a plasma cutter, air
arc and acetylene torch.
Fax: 863-902-3168
Email: Jdooley@ussugar.com
Employment Office on WC Owen in Clewiston
US Sugar is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed
to a diverse workforce. Women and minorities are en-
couraged to apply. We maintain a drug-free workplace
and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing
1

FAMILY HOME CARE
A Medicare Certified
Home Health Agency has immediate openings
for experienced professionals.

DIRECTOR OF NURSING
FL RN License
Clinical & Management experience.
SMARKETER / INTAKE COORDINATOR
PHYSICAL THERAPY Full Time / Part Time
(Per Diem also available). .." : "-
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY: Per Diem ---
SPEECH THERAPY: Per Diem
CNA/HOME HEALTH AIDE:
Full Time / Part Time. Offers excellent benefits.
(Per Diem positions also available).

For consideration,
please fax your resume to (863)983-9883
ATTN: Human Resources
Tel.# (863) 983-3700
License #299991018



ELicensed

Practical

Nurse

The Seminole Tribe of Florida has an
opening for an LPN at our Health
Clinic at our Big Cypress Reservation.
Provide ambulatory Nursing services,
Phone triage, Administer meds,
therapeutic treatments & diagnostic
testing. Assist w/transport. Home
visits. Active FL LPN lic. required.
Current BLS certification .
Resume to:
galtman(semtribe.com
or fax to: (954)967-3477

Details at: www.semtribe.com
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Drug Free Work Place
Class A CDL. Excellent Benefits & Pay
401K, Paid Vacation, Paid Insurance
& Bonuses.

Apply at:
S 5701 Ft. Denaud Road

_W or call 863-675-4410


Drug Free Work Place
Excellent Benefits & Pay
401K, Paid Vacation, Paid Insurance
& Bonuses.

Apply at:
5701 Ft. Denaud Road
Gulfcoast Citrus Harvesting, Inc.
or call 863-675-4410


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Want to be independent and
set your own hours? Work
from your home office with
no floor time requirements?
We are seeking self-directed,
motivated agents in Hendry
County. Call Margaret at
Margaret Birdsong Realty, Inc.
866-768-2895!


SCALE OPERATOR &
PLANT PERSONNEL
Now being hired at
Ortona Sand Company
Call (863)675-1454

TIRE MAN WANTED: For Full
Time Shop & Service Truck.
Must have CDL License &
clean record. (239)707-2311


Southern

land.

FULL TIME BOOKKEEPER
For local real estate company.
Fast paced and flexible environment.
Must have 3+ yrs. of accounting
experience from g/l, payroll, job costing,
reporting, etc. A self starter and
team player are a necessity! Excel
computer exp. req. and Peachtree
and/or Quickbooks would be beneficial.
Please fax your resume to 863.675.8568
or email: bonnie@soland.com and
reference: BOOKKEEPER POSITION.





Charlotte County citrus grove is seeking a
Grove Supervisor. Must have experience
in citrus production and a valid Class B
Florida drivers license. Management ex-
perience a plus. We provide a good work-
ing environment, competitive wages and
benefits. Applicants may call for ap-
pointment or apply in person at:








ENVIRONMENTAL
SALES MANAGER
For Forestry Resources Vegetation
Management Inc

Degree in Environmental or related field A+
Proposing/contracling jobs, Excellent interpersonal
& communication skills. Competitive salary
& benefit package.
DFWP EOE
Fax 239-334-2952
4353 Michigan Link, Ft Myers
Email: pconrad@gomulch.com


SECURITY OFFICER
Needed for Packing company
in Immokalee, FL.
Applicant must have a clear
criminal background, and able
to travel out of state for three
to six months out of the year.
Drug & Alcohol free
workplace. Please apply at:
807 E. Main St.,
Immokalee, FL34142
SECURITY OFFICERS
Positions in LaBelle
Full & Part time
2nd & 3rd Shift
Will Train
Weiser Security
S1-877-229,2647 .
BB9500015 EEO
Truck Driver Wanted with
CDL B, w/Hazmat Endorse-
ment for Felda area. Clean
driving record. Drug Back-
round Check. Call Steve
863-674-1800.
WANTED- Real Estate Sign
Installer, Contact Trace at
C21 Sunbelt (863)673-6533


Reach For the Stars Claim
Your $2,000 Signing Bonus!
And Elevate the Quality of
Life of Everyone You See!
Here are the Top "10" Rea-
Ssons Why Our Sales Reps
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Health Benefits 9. Weekly
Pay 8. No Slow Seasons 7.
Management Opportunities
6. Inflation Proof Product 5.
Recognized Household
Name 4. 2-3 Pre-Set.Quality
Appts. Daily 3. Interested Hot
Prospects 2. High as $50
per Completed Presentation
1st 90 Days 1. $2,000 Sign-
ing Bonus. Here's
$243,864.41 in "50" Weekly
Comm. Checks Paid to Our
High Earners in "2005"
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b6086.83, S5823.25,
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S5378.50, S5373.15,
S5365.70, b5288.05,
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S4815.03, S4808.71,
S4733.24, .4663.08,
4661.61, S4661.57,
4604.93, S4547 00,
S4395.50 4387.75,
S4387.13, 4293.64,
S4273.48, S4246.54,
S4239.96, S4237.70,
b4194.40, S4193.59,
S4152.49, 14148.29,
54139.60, S4112.01,
14084.87, 4054.40,
S4024.24, $3964.28. To
Claim Your $2,000 Signing
Bonus Free Info & Program
Details Call Catherine McFar-
land at: (888)563-3188.

Financial



Business
Opportunities 305
Money Lenders 310
Tax Preparation 315




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WE BUY MORTGAGES. Are
you collecting payments on
a mortgage? Why wait years
for payments? Call
(800)282-1251.-

Services
II

Babysitting 405
Child Care Needed 410
Child Care Offered415
Instruction 420
Services Offered425
Insurance 430
Medical Services435



HOUSE PLANS
Accurately & Economically
prepared. Engineering
approval available.
(863)675-7926


CHILD CARE AVAILABLE
in my LaBelle Home
Ages 21 mths. to 4 yrs.
$50. Week & $50 dep.,
Breakfast, Lunch & Snacks
include. Hrs. 6:30am-5:30pm
References Available. Call Ms.
Debbie @ (863)675-4568.
Reg.#R08HE4838


HOUSE
CLEANING J i


(239)850-3639

How do you find a job In
today's competitive
market? In the employ-
ment section of the clas-
slfleds


JOB OPENINGS

FT MAINTENANCE TECH II needed for busy community
health center. Must have a High School diploma or GED.
Clean criminal background check and drivers license re-.
quired. Fax resume to 239-658-3078 or call 239-658-3020
for application.
FT FINANCIAL COUNSELOR needed for busy community
center. Must have a High School diploma or GED. Must be
bi-lingual (English/Spanish). Must beself motivated and able
to work independently, medical mariager and/or health care
experience a plus. Fax resumes to 239-658-3078 or call
239-658-3020 for application.
PT HOUSE KEEPER needed for busy community center.
Must have High School diploma or GED. Must be able to
work evenings and independently. Fax resume to
239-658-3078 or call 239-658-3020 for application.
FT HIM TECHNICIAN needed for busy community center.
Must have a High School diploma or GED. Fax resume to
239-658-3078 or call 239-658-3020 for application.
FT RN/LPN needed for busy community center. Must be li-
censed, new grads welcome. Bi-lingual preferred. Fax re-
sumeto 239-658-3078, email to jltaylor@collier.org or call
239-658-3020 for application'
FT NURSE MANAGER needed for busy Women's Health De-
partment in community rural health center. Experience pre-
ferred but will train right candidate. Excellent benefit
package. Competitive pay. Fax resume to 239-658-3078,
e-mail to jltaylor@collier.org or call 239-658-3020 for appli-
cation.
JoAnn Taylor, Human Resource Tech
Collier Health Services Inc
Phone # 239-658-3020
Fax # 239-658-3078


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upgrades, sylems Ibuil,
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1863i675-166l
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ARRESTED? All Criminja 0-
iErirse Feloniis Mdmririeiari-
iior, Sa31 e o Federal
Charges. PjPrl Promiontr
DLii irailii T]nkelc, Bond
ReduCiionr PRlvATE ATTOR-
NE'S STATEWIDE 24
HOURS A-A-A ATTORNEY'
REFERRAL SERVICE
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DIVORCES275-$350'COVERS
children, Pi( Only :one ";g-
naiure reQuired' 'E iludes
govt. lees! Call weekdayS
(800)462-2000, ext.600.
8am-7pm) Alta Divorce,
LLC. Established 1977.


WE BUY ALUMINUM, ALL
KINDS Copper & Brass.
Closed Sunday. Call first
863-675-8760, 257-0879


The most important
20 minutes of your day is
the time spent reading
with your child from
birth to age nine.




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Higgin's Tree Service
25 years experience. Free
estimates. Lic. & insured.
Call 863-675-3955.


Merchandise



Air Conditioners 505
Antiques 510
Appliances 515
Appliance Parts 520
Beauty Supplies 525
Bicycles 530
Books & Magazines535
Building Materials54O
Business Equipment 545
Carpets'Rugs 550
Children's Items 555
China. Glassware, Etc. 560
Clothing 565
Coins/Stamps 570
Collectibles 575
Computer/Video 580
Crafts/Supplies 585
Cruises 590
Drapes. Linens & Fabrics 595
Fireplace Fixture 600
Firewood 605
Furniture 610
Furs 615
Health & Reducing
Equipment 620
Heating Equipment/
Supplies 625
Household Items 630
Jewelry 635
Lamps/Lights 640
Luggage 645
Medical Items 650
Miscellaneous 655
Musical Instruments 660
Office Supplies/
Equipment 665
Pets/Supplies/
Services 670
,Photography 675
Plumbing Supplies 680
Pools & Supplies 685
Restaurant
Equipment 690
Satellite 695
Sewing Machines 700
Sporting Goods 705
Stereo Equipment 710
Television/Radio 715
Tickets 720
Tools 725
Toys & Games 730
VCRs 735
Wanted to Buy 740




AIR COND.- SPT portable,
7500 btu, vent kit, $250
918-914-0908 OR
918)914-0979


CAST IRON KITCHEN SINK-
with faucet, $25
(863)763-6901
CEDAR CHESTS Antique, (2),
approx. 47"L x 19"W x 22"
H', $350/neg. for both.
(863)634-2863.
DISHES- 8pc setting, w/sq
bread plates, rose pattern,
.made in England/Sheraton
Johnson Bros. $300
(863)634-9620 Okee area


CONVECTION OVEN- Sharp,
Like new. Large capacity.
$200. (239)324-2386
RANGE- Whirlpool, electric,
self cleaning, $125
(863)675-0969
REFRIGERATOR Kenmore 14
cf, Frost free. glass sliding
shelves, 18 mo old, $200
863)635-5826 Frostproof
REFRIGERATOR- Whirlpool,
Works good. $50 or best of-
fer. (863)467-6317
ROTISSERIE OVEN, George
Foreman, like new, $40.
(863)675-2207
SLEEPER SOFA, Light green
stripe, Oak coffee table, Lazy
Boy recliner ,rose color.
$100. will sep 863-467-6317
WASHER & DRYER- Kenmore,
large capacity, white, $275
or best offer (863)357-1560
WASHER OR DRYER
$100 each, 1 yr warranty
large capacity,
(239)694-0778.
WASHER- small capacity,
works great, $50
(561)248-7327


TANNING BED- 28 bulb,
Standing booth, Tanning Hut,
Good cond. $1200 or best
offer 863-467-1788 Eves
TANNING.BED, Sunquest Pro
16S. Good condition. $600.
(863)467-1788 / 634-9119



BOOKS- 13 by O. Henry, print-
ed 1912,1913,1917,1919,
good shape, worth $200 sell
for $25 neg (863)675-3032


Empoyen








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I -'-IIIr-


BUILDING SALE! "Rock Bot-
tom Prices!" 20x30 Now
$4100. 25x40 $6200. 30x50
$9,800. 40x80 $18,400. Ex-
tensive range of sizes and
models. Ends/accessories
optional. Pioneer
(800)668-5422.



ALUM WINDOWS- new, 53
1/8 x 50 5/8, asking $350
(239)770-6855
FENCING: Heavy Duty, New.
All parts enough for at least
400 ft.. $2000
(863)673-4787
METAL DOOR, Exterior,
3'X6'9". $10. (863)467-1777
METAL ROOFING SAVE $$$
Buy Direct From Manufactur-
er. 20 colors in stock with all
Accessories. Quick turn
around! Delivery Available
Toll Free (888)393-0335.
NEW SINK- base, faucet, ask-
ing $90 (863)675-1634 after
6pm
PIPE-1 1/4", black plastic, 90
ft roll. $20 (863)763-6901
SCREEN DOOR, 36x80, Heavy
Duty, White, Aluminum. Good
condition. Needs rescreening.
$25. (863)763-1997 BHR
SHINGLES- 9 bundles, 25 yr
antique silver,.23 bundles 30
yr antique silver, $453 for all
(239)464-1987
USED PLYWOOD- 50 pcs
2'x8', 3/4" & 50 pcs 3'x2',
3/4 $300 For all.
(239)770-6855
WINDOW, Aluminum, Rough
Opening. 14"x40", Double
hung. Frosted glass. $8. Buck
Head Ridge. (863)763-1997


POOH STROLLER, Car seat
combo, & Pooh infant swing
$150. Will separate.
(863)673-2696


PAGEANT DRESS- Lirnie giris
Pastel green sequins Size
4 $45. Call (863)763-5918
leave message
PROM DRESSES Precious
formal, Alyce, Joli, Size
small $125 will sep.
(863)635-6677


BEATLE MEMORABILIA, Sat-
urday Evening Post Maga-
zine, 3/21/64, Beatles on
cover, $25. (863)675-5981
CLOCK O'Douls, 14" dia.,
Swall, electric, neon lite, '92
series, running & exc.
$100/neg. (863)465-9470
CLOCK Schlitz Beer; neon
lite, self standing, electric,
40+ yrs, running & exc.
$100/neg. (863)465-9470,.,
ELVIS RECORD & SOUVENIR
COLLECTION: Appro, 4.4 yr
old Raie ilem;m, iOuu io) or
best offer.. 863-824-3358
FOOTBALL & BASEBALL
CARDS(3-400 Racing &
Comic. late 80s early 90s
Exc. cond. $400 neg.
863)763-8943



COMPUTER-Dell, Win Xp, lots
of games & software,
CDRW/DVD, 256MB Ram,
$225 (239)728-3454 Iv msg
COMPUTER DESK- Large,
Good condition. $75.
(863)467-2545
COMPUTER- Gateway, com-
plete all books, disks & print-
er. $300 or trade for a pistol
(772)461-8822
WEB TV- computer w/2
keybrd, cordless ph & ans
mach, $125 (863)902-0257
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BR SUITE- 5pc, pine, no bed-
ding, $250 (863)467-2659
BR SUITE- full size, w/pillow
top mattress, $250 Avail to
see Thur Mar 2nd 1-4pm
(863)357-5881.
CRIB/DRESSER SET, Child-
craft, matching, brand new,
$550. set. (863)673-5167
DINETTE SET- table, leaf & 4
capt. chairs, mauve, good
condition, $100
(863)467-9054 Okeechobee
DR TABLE- with 4 chairs,
lass top, Italian marble base
60 (863)824-3319
FUTON BUNK BEDS- Black
metal, With mattresses, Al-
most new. $200.
863-532-9667
FUTON, like new, wood and
wrought iron base w/6 inch
mattress $200 neg.
(863)467-2063
KING BED SET- complete, 14"
pillow top mattress, dark
wood headboard, good cond
$150 (863)635-5457
LEATHER COUCH- Ivory, 7',
Excellent condition $550.
(863)357-6660 Leave mes-
sage
LOVESEAT, Micro Fiber, Fern
Green. 2 months old. $175.
Will deliver for $200.
(239)340-8503
ROCKER RECLINER- bur-
gundy, good cond., $60
(863)467-5477
SECTIONAL SOFA, $900 OR
BEST OFFER (863)763-3617
SOFA & TABLE W/4 CHAIRS-
$600 for all will sell separate
(863)763-3617
SOFA- Rita's- floral, $200,
Avail to see Thur Mar 2nd
1-4pm (863)357-5881.
SWIVEL ROCKERS- 2, Excel-
lent condition. $80. Will sep-
arate 863-532-9667
TABLE with four chairs, very
good cond., maple wood and
Iron, $500 or best offer.
(561)449-6410


GOLF CLUBS- complete,
matched set, metal woods,
irons, bag,putter, $135.
(863)946-3123
GOLF TRAVEL BAG, hard vi-
nyl, by Flight Master, for car-
rying golf clubs on planes,
trains, $100 neg.
(863)357-3294 .


MODEL 510 Remington, Tar-
get Master, 22 cal., very
ood cond. collectors gun
150 (863)467-8578
REMINGTON 7MM MAGNUM,
with scope 3x9, $400.
(863)634-6597
RIFLE- Marlin, 22 mag, bolt
action, SS, lamanated stock,
w/Simmons 4-12x40 scope,
$350 (863)763-4961
SMITH & WESSON- Highway
Patrolman model 28/2. 357
mag, 4" bbl. Reblued, pitting
under. $400.937-215-0307



BOW FLEX POWER PRO-
w/leg press & vertical pull
down bar, $800 or best offer
(863)467-8814 Jackie
NORDIC TRAC- Ski machine,
With digital read out $100.
(863)697-1431
PROFORM ELLIPTICAL
TRAINER- Very good condi-
tion. $150. (561)248-7327



PATIO FURNITURE- Set of 6
chairs w/cushions. $25. You
pick up.(863)675-8141.


Electric scooter, red, brand
new $1200 (863)763-7573
LIFT CHAIR- Like new condi-
tion. Also reclines $425. or
best offer (863)467-4328
MEDICAL CHAIR- Jet One,
Like new, used 1 month.
$400. (239)324-2386
MEDICAL SCRUBS 6 Pairs.
size medium. $60.
(863)763-8742.
MOBILITY 3 Wheel Scooter,
like new, perfect cond., very
nice, less than 1 yr. old,
$650. (863)675-3251
WHEELCHAIR- Folds, Good
condition. $75.
(863)467-2267
WHEELCHAIRS, good shape
oversized, new, $250.
863-357-8788, leave phone
#.
WHEELCHAIRS, regular adult
size $175. 863-357-8788,
leave phone #.


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nancial aid if qualify.
(866)858-2121 www.onli-
netidewatertech.com.
HUNT ELK, Red Stag, White-
tail, Buffalo, Wild Boar. Our
season: now-3/31/06. Guar-
anteed license, $5.00 tro-
phy in two days. No-
Game/No-Pay policy. Days
314)209-9800; evenings
314)293-0610.
LEATHER JACKET- New,
Black Mustang racing jacket.
Size 2XL, $100.
(863)675-0550
Pressure Washer, Honda,
13hp, (1) long & (1) short
wand, $500.(863)634-2730



Electric organ, Lowry &
bench. Excellent cond. Estate
sale Must sell $50
(239)822-3134
KIMBALL ORGAN, Entertainer
III, $500. (863)675-1422
ORGAN- Good deal, elec,
bench, instructions, sheet
music, Cost $4000 sacrifice
$700 (863)635-4076

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FAX REFILL 2 pack of PC
202RF, paid $50,-asking
$35/neg. (863)634-3783.
PAPER SHREDDER -
CCS/7000 Achiever Cross-
cut, new $250, now $125.
(863)634-2863.


BABY MINI POT BELLY PIGS
$50 each. Call Debbie
(863)983-7702
CANARY- red frosted female,
$80 (863)357-3639
CHIHUAHUA, puppy, Shots
current, Health Cert. $300.
(863)675-3729 or
863)675-2541
DACHSHUNDS PUPPIES, AKC
8 wks. old, all Females
w/health certificates. $350
each. (863)467-7288
DUTCH RABBITS, (3), 2 fe-
male, 1 male, good breed-
ers, $15 for all.
(863)675-5981



Water Heater System, tank-
less, heats water instantly &
easy to install, saves money
on your electric!!! For more
information, please call
863-675-4272.


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HEDDON FISHING LURE- Old-
er, Vintage, Good shape.
$25. (863)946-3123
Texas Hunter Auto Feeder,
-holds approx. 50 Ibs., $150.
(863)634-2730



BIG SCREEN TV 54", Sony,
like new, asking $650.
(954)931-9946.
COLOR TV- 13", cable ready
$40 (863)635-5457 or
(863)528-0477
TV- '03 Sanyo, 32", with new
entertainment center asking
$300 (863)357-2233 Okee
area


CUT OFF SAW- Black & Deck-
er, 9", Extra 9" blades, Excel-
lent condition $75. Or best
offer.
EXTENSION LADDER, 18' fi-
berglass, new, $90 cash
(863)675-4970 leave mes-
sage
HONDA MIXER ENGINE 8hp,
for concrete mixer. $450
(863)228-3483
JIG SAWS (2) Black & Decker,
both for $25 or will sell sep-
arate, (863)467-7953
MECHANICS CREEPER- plas-
tic, exc cond., half price, $17
cash (863)675-4970 leave
message
SCROLL SAW-, Sears, 16",
Excellent condition. $50. or
best offer. (410)228-7137



DIRT DEVIL- Vision upright,
bagless, w/attachments
12am, $50 (918)914-0908
or (918)914-0979
WmntrdToBu0l7


ENCLOSED CAR HAULER-
8 1/2 x 20 or 24 ft.
(863)675-0358
WANTED: FL ART
A.E. Backus, J. Hutchinson
H. Newton, G. Buckner, E.
Buckner, L. Roberts, A. Hair,
R A. McClendon, S. Newton,
BIG $$ (772)562-5567
Wanted to Buy: Lincoln Wheat
Cents and Old Coins. Single
coins, accumulations, entire
collections. Littleton Coin
Company Since 1945. Call
(800)581-2646, e-mail coin-
buy@littletoncoin.com.
Mention code B8K720.
WANTING TO BUY Cedar or
Cypress logs, Will pick up.
Please call Larry
(518)469-0990

Agriculture.

U II l

Christmas Trees 745
Farm. Equipment 805
Farm Feed/Products 810
Farm Miscellaneous 815
Farm Produce 820
Farm Services
Offered 825
Farm Supplies/
Services Wanted 830
Fertilizer 835
Horses 840
Landscaping
Supplies 845
Lawn & Garden 850
Livestock 855
Poultry/Supplies 860
Seeds/Plants/
Flowers 865



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TRACTOR TIRES- 2, New, Kel-
ly Springfield 480/80R46,
Radial Powermark $1100.
(239)657-2312


BAREBACK PAD Red fleece,
slightly used, good cond.,
$20. (772)263-1178.
HORSE- Palomino gelding
10yr old, 15.2 hands $1000.
863-763-3253
MISS BETTY'S TACK- con-
tents of trailer sale, at The
LaBelle Arena Horse Show
on March 11th, everything at
10% off. 3pm til closing. Will
hold saddles on layaway de-
posit.
Miss Betty's Tack
2240 Howard Rd
LaBelle (863)675-3032
QUARTER HORSE-
Mare,13yrs old $1500 firm.
(863)675-0058
SADDLE Handcrafted leather,
exc. cond., dark walnut fin-
ish, $300/firm.
(863)357-2274.
TOE STOPPERS (2), fits any
size/style stirrup, used 2x's.
Paid $80, asking $40.
(772)263-1178.


Rider Mower good for pull-
ing small garden trailer $25
(863)467-0171
RIDING LAWN MOWER, John
Deere, 17hp, 42" cut, under
250 hrs., $1100 or best of-
fer. (863)697-8831
RIDING MOWER Yard King,
12 HP, rear bagger, needs
engine work. $40.
(863)467-8124.
RIDING MOWER- Craftsman,
14 1/2 hp, 42" cut, Rear
bagger. Exc. shape $550.
863-467-6025
RIDING MOWER- new Crafts-
man, 42" cut, 2 hours, ask-
ing $1000 or trade for golf
cart (863)467-4735


CALVES all kinds, healthy,
shots, wormed, will deliver,
$200 & up. Cows avail.
$350 & up. (863)235-0829.
Okeechobee Livestock
Market Sales every
Mon. 12pm & every
Tues. 11am. 763-3127


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LABELLE- 2br, iba, for 2
people, $750/mo, includes
waterlights, cable, No pets,
(863)612-5037


ORTONA- Near river, Unfurn,
3br, 2ba, garage, AC, heat
canal, oaks, orange trees,
$950/mo, Lstsec
248)939-1447
772559-7840
jnagel932()aolcom


LaBelle- 5 Acres- corner lot,
Crescent Ave SW & Fay St.
(305)812-2008



FORT KNOX
SELF STORAGE
New Ig. units avail., air
conditioned & non-air,
each unit alarmed, area
fenced & well lighted,
space for boats trailers,
RV & Lrucks. Manager on-
site, 1025 Commerce Dr,
LaBelle. 863-675-1025.
LABELLE RENT-A-SPACE -
Cowboy Way & Kennedy
Blvd. 5'x10' $42.80 mo. incl
tax. 8'x10' $53.50 mo. incl.
tax. 10'x10' $58.85 mo. incl.
tax 8'x20'20' $85.60 mo.
incl. tax 24 hr access $25
reiurnanDle key deposit.
863-675-2392.



DESTIN, FLORIDA. Directly on
the Water, NEW Boutique
Hotel. Harbor Beach, Pool.
Steps to Finest Restaurants.
Minutes to Gulf, Golf, Shop-
ping. Introductory Rate.
www.innondestinharbor.com
(800)874-0470.


Real Estate



Business Places -
Sale 1005
Commercial
Property Sale 1010
Condos/
Townhouses SaletOi5
Farms Sale .1020
Houses Sale 1025
Hunting Property'1030
Investment
Property- Sale 1035
Land Sale 1040
Lots Sale 1045
Open House 1050
Out of State
Property Sale 1055
Property Inspetionl100
Real Estate Wanted1065
Resort Property ,
Sale 1070
Warehouse Space 1075
Waterfront Property 1080




ST. PETERSBURG CONDOS <
Resident Owned, 55+, No
Rentals or Pets, Many Ac-
tivities/Amenities. 1 Bed-
room from $65,900; 2
Bedroom from $89,900. Call
Elaine King, Panache Realty,
727) 525-901 8,
727)321-5028.
Houses -Sale 1025


CUSTOM HOME: 4600 sq. ft.
on approx. 3/4 of an acre. Ca-
loosa Cove Sub Div. w/custom
upgrades & appl. Former
Home of Spann Homes Devel-
oper. 779,000 863-612-4860
LABELLE- 266 5th Ave, 3br,
2ba, on canal, new floors &
landscaping, $215,000
(863)673-5282 or
Ichapman1985ayahoo.com
LABELLE- 3br, 2ba, den,
screen porch w/vinyl win-
dows, security system, all
on a beautiful oak filled lot In
Laural Oaks Subdivision. Call
863)675-0101 or
863)673-6183 for Infor.
Shown by appt. only.
LaBELLE- Single family home,
corner lot, Shawnee Ave/No-
ble Rd. $149,900. For Sale By
Owner (305)812-2008
MONTURA, 3br, 2ba, New
Home. 1 + ac. Owner financ-
ing. (863)675-6129
PORT LaBelle: Unit 4, 4/2,
Newly renovated, near schls.,
Priced to sell @ $175,000.
Call owner: 863-673-5071.

Riverfront Home
LaBelle
Dock/Lift Boathouse
2BR/2BA
Appraised $675,000
Quick Sale Price
$599,000
Owner financing,
Will trade for
acreage.
305-481-1316 or
863-234-1814.


PALM CORN PLANT 5 1/2'
tall in 7 gallon pot. Expen-
sive, but asking $50.
(863)763-0625.

Rentals



Apartments 0S6
Business PlaceOs 1
Commercial -
Property 1 -
Condos/ ..
Townhouses Ropt92
Farm Property -
Rent t s
House Rent 9jS
Land -Rent :
Resort Propetty- -,
Rent :46
Roommate
Rooms to Rent
Storage Spac -
Rent : 9Od'


NC MOUNTAINS 10.51 acres
on mountain top in gated
community, view, trees, wa-
terfall & large public lake
nearby, paved private ac-
cess, $119,500 owner
(866)789-8535
www.NC77.com,
NEW TO MARKET DEEP WA-
TER LOTS Beautifully situat-
ed on 50 acres with 2,800
feet of magnificent frontage
on Battery Creek In Beaufort,
SC. Offering deep waterfront
dockable, tidal creek and pri-
vacy wooded lots starting
from $59,900 Call
(877)929-2837.
Shop from a gift catalog
that's updated regularly:
the c1lasifieds.


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Shoreside
Realty &
Mortgage, Inc.
Please stop by450 Hwy 80W
863.674.0101 2396946664
Jim Wiersma Lie. Broker

4 ACRE ESTATE WITH 2
HOMES 1 HOME WITH A
POOL A GREAT BUY AT
$950,000. OR CAN BE SEP-
ARATE.
COMMERICAL BUILDING
AND LOT ALREADY A CON-
VEINCE STORE. CALL FOR
DETAILS.
2/2 POOL HOME ON 2+
ACRES GREAT LOCATION
NESTLED AMONG THE
OAKS. A GREAT BUY AT
$415,000.
12 ACRES WITH LARGE
HOME AND BARN, WORK
SHOP A GRAND PLACE
JUST REDUCED
$1,195,000.
5+ ACRES WITH LARGE 4/2
MANUFACTURED HOME
CALL FOR DETAILS
$329,900
2 ACRES WITH NICE 3/2
MANUFACTURED HOME,
POLE BARN AND GREEN
HOUSE. A GREAT BUY AT
$215,900.

illI M llRihigt flfH
MOORE HAVEN 33471
TOP LOCATION -
Will Divide
City block next to court-
house, government center,
high school, 500 feet on US
#27, Ideal for Bank, Fast
Food, Law, Medical, Retail,
Realtor, Insurance, etc.
Call owner- Pat




PIONEER- 2.5 acres Clean,
Fenced (786)402-6278
Port LaBelle, 2 vacant bldg.
or investment lots- 80x125,
Moss Circle or Hob Court.
New homes on steet, phone,
elec., water. Owner may con-
sider financing. Your choice
$39,900 (941)924-5120 or
email rabj64@yahoo.com
Port LaBelle: Unit 7,
Block 2221. Lot 32,14 acre.
7024 Patriot Circle.
New Homes on street.
$46,900. By Owner.
Cail J. Taylor 914-293-7097


OPEN HOUSE
New Home For Sale By Owner
Port Lebelle, Mar. 4th & 5th
lpm-4pm. 3br, 2ba w/den.
7048 fide Circle, $179,900;
863-843-0333



ASHEVILLE, NC AREA
ACREAGE Private, gated
mountain community with
over 4 miles of rIverfront. 1
to 8+ acres from the $60s.
Incredible views Custom
community lodge with
mountain spas, riverwalk.
Call (866)292-5762. Bear
River Lodge.
BEAUTIFUL NORTH CAROLI-
NA. WINTER SEASON IS
HERE MUST SEE THE
BEAUTIFUL PEACEFUL
MOUNTAINS OF WESTERN
SNC MOUNTAINS. Homes,
Cabins, Acreage & Invest-
ments. Cherokee Mountain
Realty GMAC Real Estate,
Murphy www.cherokee-
mountainrealty.com Call for
Free Brochure
(800)841-5868.
INVESTMENT or RECREA-
TIONAL Properties in the
BEAUTIFUL STATE OF
GEORGIA. Contact Peach-
State at (866)300-7653 or
Visit our Property For Sale
Section at www.rubuyin-
grealestate.com GAL 2550.
Lakefront and Lakeview Prop-
erties Nestled in the hills of
Tennessee on the shores of
pristine Norris Lake. Call
lakeside Realty at
(423)626-5820 Or visit
www.lakeslderealty-tn.com.
Large Mtn. Land Bargains,,
High Elevation. Adjoins Pris-
tine State Forest, 20+ AC to
350 AC. Sweeping Mtn.
Views, Streams. www.llve-
inwv.com.
LOOKING TO OWN LAND? In-
vest In rural acreage
throughout Amerca; coastal,
mountain, waterfront proper-
ties. 20 to 200 acres. FREE,
monthly Special Land Re-
ports: www.land-want-
ed.com/sw.
MOUNTAINS OF NORTH GA.
The Very Best of Riverfront,
Lakefront, Acreage Tracts,
Building Parcels From 1 to
195 Acres Direct From Own-
ers (706)276-7773.
MURPHY, NORTH CAROLINA
AAH COOL SUMMERS MILD
WINTERS Affordable Homes
& Mountain Cabins Land
CALL FOR FREE BROCHURE
(877)837-2288 EXIT REAL-
TY MOUNTAIN VIEW PROP-
E R T I E S
www.exltmurphy.com.


NORTH FLORIDA LAND & HOMES
J.W. HILL AND ASSOCIATES
1-888-821-0894 1-877-358-8300
jwhillandassociates@yahoo.com

LAND
53.41 acres MOL of industrial prop in
Columbia Cty #47930 $3,204,600.
39 acres MOL with DWMH in
Suwannee Cty #47588 $470,000.
120 acres MOL in Suwannee Cty
#49265 $1,200,000.
30 acres MOL in Hwy Frontage in
Madison Cty #46383 $6000,00.
50 acres MOL in Madison Cty. #47041
$750,000.
HOMES
3BR/1.5BA in Hamilton Cty #48731
$225,000.
3BR/2BA with 5 acres MOL in
Suwannee Cty #49769 $159,900.
5BR/3BA on 229 acres MOLin
Suwanee Cty #49092 $3,499,000.
COMMERCIAL
Business for sale in Deland, FL
#45376 $495,000.
Business for sale on 3 acres MOL in
Madison County #46984 $850,000.
Business on 2 acres MOL in Lafayette
County #41969 $150,000.
Business for sale in Madison County
#48870 $625,000.

PLUS MANY MORE....


CITY OF LABELLE / BELMONT AREA

2 LOTS 100' X 130' Deep each on Citrus St. off 2nd
Ave; Nice quiet area with Orange Groves off your
rear deck. oned R-1-A.

5-7 LOTS 560 ft on Water Canel off Belmont-~ntfl%
.Ave. Jn.the.City of LaBelle with a wonderful water
front lot, How good is that? Zoned R-2

Call 239-825-1920 for more information on these
Great Properties.


North Carolina Cool Mountain
Air, Views & Streams,
Homes, Cabins & Acreage.
FREE BROCHURE
(800)642-5333. Realty Of
Murphy 317 Peachtree St.
Murphy, N.C. 28906.
www.realtyofmurphy.com.
North Carolina Gated Lake-
front Community 1.5 acres
plus, 90 miles of shoreline.
ever before offered with
20% pre-development dis-
counts, 90% financing. Call
(800)709-5253.
TENNESSEE MOUNTAIN
ACREAGE Gated mountain
community bordering a large
lake. Spectacular views.
Community boat ramp, pri-
vate boat slips. Between
Chattanooga & Knoxville.
Call today (866)292-5769.
Gates of theRiver.
TN WATERFRONT MOUNTAIN
PROPERTY Scenic home-
sites surrounding Lake Bark-
ley. t to 6 acre view sites &
5 to 40 acre privacy sites
from the $40's. 90 min to
Nashville. Grand opening of
Phase II coming soon Call
(866)339-4966.
WATERFRONT 2 acres +/-
$159,900. Gorgeous
acreage, great views, pristine
shoreline & deep boatable
water Near Bath NC. Enjoy
access to ICW, Sound, At-
lantic. Paved road, under-
ground utilities, well water,
septic approved. Excellent fi-
nancing. By appointment on-
ly. Call now (800)732-6601
x1497.
WATERFRONT BARGAINS
Lake Access from
$202/monthl* Direct Lake-
front starting at $99,9001
ONE DAY ONLY LAND SALE
SATURDAY, MARCH 25,
2006 Just 20 minutes from
Augusta, GA Excellent fi-
nancing available Call today
for an early appontmentl
(888)LAKE-SALE x1030
Based on purchase price of
$39,900 w/ 10% down, fixed
rate of 6.75% for 5 yrs,
15-year term w/balloon pay-
ment due at the end of 5 yrs.
Terms and rates subject to
change without notice. Void
where prohibited by law.
Waterfront Land Salel Direct
Waterfront Parcels from only
$9,9001 2 acres dockable
with Log Cabin Pkg. from
$89,90014.5 acres dockable
waterfront only $99,9001 All
properties are new to the
market Call toll-free
(866)770-5263 ext. 8.
Western New Mexico- 20
Acres Starting at $39,990
Scenic region, Views, trees,
rolling hills, wildlife. Family
retreat, hunting property or
year round home. Power,
100% financing. NALC
(866)365-2825.


TODAY TURN YOUR
VACANT LAND
INTO BIG $$$$
I will buy your vacant lot or
land for cash. Close in week.
Hendry? Glades? Anywhere?
Call Randy 863-673-5071 or
561-441-2800
WANTED: 4 Bdrm., House or
MoBile Home. Reasonable
monthly rent. Call anytime.
(863)843-0211





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Mobile Homes Sale 2020




LaBelle- 3br, on 1/3 acre,
w/oaks, AC, W/D, $675/mo,
(863)675-0104
PIONEER PLANTATIONS- 3/2
dbl wide, Ig porch, 40 acres,
$800/mo, 1st. Lst &
sec,(954)437-3044

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Fleetwood, '92, 66x14, exc.
cond., furnished, Aqua Isles.'
(937)336-2855
HENRY COUNTY- 1995 Palm
Harbor Masterpiece, 28x52,
3/2, open floor plan, Zone 3
wind storm, appliance, exc
cond, orig owner, buyer
pays moving. $32,900
(863)675-1490
LABELLE- mobile home, 0.45
acre corner lot, pond,
$135,900 (863)673-2754
Owner/Realtor
MOBILE HOME 50x12, fur-
nished, 36x10 FI Room, patio,
deck, 157 Meadow Lot camp-
ground Ortona, $14,000 neg.


Recreation



Boats 3005
Canmers/RVs 3010
Jet Skis 3015
Marine Accessories 3020
arineo Mlscellane.os 3025
Motorcyles 3030
Sport Vehcles/ATVs 3035



BAiLINER CAPRI-'86, 85hp,
$2300. or best offer.
(863)634-2582
BOAT, 17 Ft., Completely
remodeled, 135 hp Mariner,
Bimini Top. Sold with trailer
$2200. Neg. (863)673-4405
BOAT MOTOR- older model
Johnson 10hp, starts & runs
great, Bargain $295
(863)635-3465
CAPE CRAFT '93, 18 Ft. Flats
Boat w/'93 Evinrude, 115 hp,
Tandem galvanized trailer.
Fresh Water Boat w/ platform
& pole. 194 hrs. $6100
862-268-0817 /268-1941
FIBERGLASS BOAT- 18', Cen-
ter console, 50hp, 4 stroke
Mere. Alum. trlr $9000.
514-710-0094 5pm-8pm.
HYDRO SPORT 1998, 18 Ft.,
Center Console, 115 Johnson,
New electronics. Tandem
Trailer. $9800. 863-610-1674
LIGHTNING- 16'.9" w/trolling
motor 110 Evinrude, Rebuilt
'05, less than 15hrs. Ready
to gol $3200. 765-617-7861
PONTOON- 30', Redone deck,
Carpet, seats, Bimini, camo
gray, 60hp Johnson Runs
good. Needs carb work, no
trailer $3500 neg.
(863)673-2480


ALUMASCAPE '04- 34ft, 2
slides, 3 awnings, 2 TV's,
furnace, AC, day/hight
shades, Queen bed, W/D,
chest freezer, fold out bay
window, dinette, $26,000
(863)983-7907
CENTURY, '80, 30' needs lit-
tle bit of work, good shape,
$1000. (863)357-3981
eves.
Pace Arrow 34ft 1983, 80k
miles, fully equipped, leveling
jiLi juiut iuned t7500
7 72i59?7-615?' .
(954)801-6F15



BOAT-MOTOR- 6 Mercury.
150 with all controls to trade
for a P/U Truck of equal val-
ue. (863)357-2773
OUTBOARD MOTOR- 20hp
Evinrude, zero hours, just re-
built, 20" shaft, $1000
(863)228-3483
SURF & BOAT POLES- Sever-
al, $165. or best offer
(302)875-2350


GSXR750 '04- great shape,
garage kept $6500
(863)634-8828/763-4132
jrissomebeach@earthlink.net
HONDA MOTORCYCLE
CM400, '81, needs work,
brand new light & tire to be
put on $200. (863)983-7457
HONDA MOTORCYCLE
CM400, '81, needs work,
brand new light & tire to be
put on $200. (863)983-7457



GO CART- 6hp, 2 seater, older
model, $250 (863)674-0539
LaBelle area.


Do-It-Yourself Ideas



Hammock Frame
Here's the perfect do-it-yourself project to kick-off
the warm-weather season. This hammock frame will
make a great retreat on the patio, next to the pool, in
the yard or wherever it's used.
Straightforward construction and mostly straight
cuts make building the frame a breeze. Simply mea-
sure, cut, assemble, add a hammock and relax.
Designed to fit a standard-size hammock, the
completed hammock frame measures 16 feet long by
4 feet wide.
The plan includes complete step-by-step instruc-
tions with photos, construction diagrams and a mate-
rials list and cutting schedule.
Hammock Frame plan (No. 868) ... $9.95
Outdoor Furniture Package (No. C94)
Four other projects ... $25.95
Catalog (pictures hundreds of projects) ... $2.00
Please add $3.00 s&h (except catalog-only orders)
To order, circle item(s), Please be sure to
clip & send w/ check to: include your name,
U-Bild Features address and the name of
15241 Stagg St. this newspaper. Allow
Van Nuys, CA 91405 1-2 weeks for delivery.
Or call (800) 82-U-BILD
u-bild.com
MaY Money Back Guarantee


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vistas of pristine .
natural habitat

Offered in combinable 40-60ac Tracts for discerning
homeowners or weekend nature enthusiasts.
Only eleven of these exceptional tracts available.



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CALOOSA MOBILE
HOMES


212 acres on Case Road with
New 2006 4 Bdrm 3 Bath,
2,255 sq. ft; energy saver w/
2"x6" sidewalls, beautiful inside
& out w/lots of special touches.
Fenced and landscaped, $249,900.

Beautiful 12acre lot w/home in
Horseshoe Acres, 4 Bdrm 2 Bath
28'x60' on cul-de-sac, large open
kitchen, ceramic tile floors,
central a/c. Plenty of room on lot
for garden or workshop. Very
convenient location off Hwy 80
between Clewiston & LaBelle
$94,900


Felda these homes are ready
for immediate occupancy. All
homes are on large 1/2 acre lots.
New 2005-3 Bdrm 2 Bath,
28'x60', $99,900. Special
Feature: Family Room
with Fireplace


Special Deal: 3Bdrm 2Bath
28'x40' $89,900


Crescent Acres 2 locations:
new home & land. 3 Bdrm 2 Bath
$62,500 & 2 Bdrm 2 Bath, $59,900

Call or come by:
600 E. Cowboy Way
In LaBelle. 863-675-4300 or
toll free 866-368-4300


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GO KART Scorpion, 2 seater,
roll bars, great shape, $800
firm. (863)634-8828 days or
(863)763-4132 eve's.
GO-CART, 6.5hp, Silver Fox 2
seater, lyr old. Paid $1600.
Like new condition. $750.
(863)381-3521


HOLIDAY RAMBLER Travel
Trlr '99- 27ft, 1 slide out,
$14,000 (863)675-3259


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BUICK SKYLARK, '87, runs
$900 or best offer
(863)801-1407 or
(863)801-1408
CADILLAC '83- new tires, AC,
18 mpg, runs exc., $1200 or
best offer (863)467-1229 or
(863)634-4256


CHEVY CAVALIER- '97, 5
spd, looks good, runs good,
many new parts, $1700.
(863)763-5178
CHEVY MALIBU CLASSIC-
'05, Fuly loaded, 4 cyl, Good
on gas, Auto, 17K, Burgundy
w/tan int. $1000. down &
take over payments if $288.
permo.(863)6753665
CHRYSLER TOWN & COUN-
TRY '98, 62K mls. Good con-
dition. 1 Owner. Book=6850
Asking $6000.863-467-1301
Complete mobile car detailing
equipment $1500
(863)697-1903
CROWN VICTORIA 1990 ask-
ing $600 Call Beverly
(56)755-0239
UNC TOWNCAR '92- 4dr ex-
ecutive, all power, 120K,
runs great, tires & brakes ok
$2500 (937)631-4601
MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS
LS 1991, exc. condition,
white, 4 dr., mag wheels,
$2400. (863)675-1891.
OLDS CUTLASS SUPREME
'91- 85K, run & looks great,
$1800 or best offer
(863)697-8731
OLDS DELTA 88 ROYALE '84-
asking $300 or best offer
(863)824-3319
Satmm SL2'95,5 spd, ac, cd,
new clutch, pw, moon roof,
runs & looks good, $1400 Call
(863)824-0561/447-5171


AUTO WANTED:
Lookingto buy Antique Car/
Convertible/Truck.Please call
(954)561-2776


DUMP TRUCK: 1991 Ford
L-9000, Tri-axle, aluminum
bed, 74,000 miles, Excellent
condition.(863)885-2445



BRONCO II '89 perfect en-
gine, rebuilt trans, 0 miles,
needs paint but no rust, $1750
firm. (863)805-8789
Jeep Wrangler Sport '98, 4.0L
4WD Auto, Red, Tan Hardtop,
Loaded! Gar. keptExc. Cond.
$9900. neg. 863-697-1972
SUBARU SW-'89, 4x4, Very
Clean, New tires. $1000.
(863)214-1286


GOLF CART, '94 Club Car,
lights, curtains, charger, high
speed, exc. cond., $1650.
(772)332-6623
GOLF CART- 94 Easy Go, top
2 seats, elec, no charger,
$1995 neg (863)675-1472
GOLF CART- 98 ClubCar, gas,
top, new seat, low hrs,
$1995 (863)675-1472
GOLF CART- Club Car, 48V
elec, w/batt charger, also
roof, $1300 (863)763-8714


BEDLINER for full size Ford
Pick up Truck, excel. $200
or best offer (863)763-6747.
Bog Guard for 2002 Ford
F150, brand new, never
used, still packaged from
factory. 863-675-4272
DIESEL ENGINE, Completely
rebuilt. Includes transmis-
sion. Steel. $1000.
(561)992-8692/449-1355


DRIVE ON RAMP- you must.
remove and haul $175
(863)467-4328
Exhaust System, used, taken
off a 2000 Camaro Z28. For
more information call
863-675-4272.
HITCH, Class IIl-IV with ball
mount, fits '91-'94 Ford Ex-
plorer, $50. (863)675-3251
HONDA ACURA 4 LUG RIMS-
4) with new tires, $300
(863)675-2627
HYDRAULIC TRUCK CAP- fits
8ft bed, $500
863)357-0607 or
863)697-1417
ROD & MAIN BEARINGS-
New, .10 over for 40L Jeep
straight 6 $25.
(863)467-6696
Tires & Rims, (4), used, taken
off a '02 Ford F150,4x4,
less than 1,000 mi., perfect
cond. 863-675-4272.
TOPPER- white fiberglass, fits
01-i'3 F150 Super Crew PU,
like new, $900
(863)465-1706 Bill


CHEVY PICKUP 86 Custom
tin, A/C, 37K, new D/T.
$3500. (772)360-5067.
DODGE RAM-'84, 6 cyl, Auto,
Great gas, Cold air. 75k oig
miles. $1800 863-7633451
F350 1994, 4 door crew cab,
white, automatic, bedliner,
$5,000/or best offer.
(772)360-5067.
NERF BARS, Westin, Black,
came off Dodge, will fit long
or short wheel base, exc.
cond. $200. (850)251-8817 %


TONNEAU COVER- For Dodge
6' box, Black $150.
(863)675-4525
TOYOTA- '85, 2WD, 4 cyl,
5spd, A/C, Stereo, Bedliner,
Tool box, Extra clean $2500.
(863)632-9166


JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LA-
REDO 1995- red, auto,
$4500 (863)763-7573


CAR DOLLEY good condi-
tion, $450 firm
(863)763-4617
CAR HAULER: $2000.
(863)697-2434
CAR HAULER- 80' X 15', all
steel, alum ramps, shock re-
sistant lights, $800
(863)675-0358
UTILITY TRAILER, 19', open
w/rails, HD, dual axle, 1 yr.,
holds 1 car & 2 motorbikes,
$1750. (561)909-7367


CHEVY ASTRO VAN 6 7 pas-
senger, 195K. All power. Out-
standing maintenance. Top
cond. $3895. (863)675-7350
CHEVY VAN,92, 135k mi.;
clean, $1800 or best offer.
(863)675-1422
DODGE- '84,15 Passenger, 1
ton, Nice seats $1800
(863)673-0782
ECONOLINE 150 MACH 111-
'97,7 passenger, White, Like
new cond. 94k, $5000.
(863)467-1682
Honda Odyssey Van, '97, 7
pass., good mi., pw, a/c,
sunroof, very good cond.,
$7000. (239)503-0339


NOTCETOBIDOBS
Notceis her gben that the DistictSchool eoad o H ry Courity Rrida awi
receir tbiulti 3:00 pjn. on Wedesday Mac15206 atheHendry County
School Boards Ftane OceO at lich ins hey wil be opened.
kem1tbe 25 FootBeach camber Ce BoadSalocalt
ConreitosalE I m to be soNd "as is", "awhie is no warraees or guaartees
are ressedrinpied.
Pacetfrecrtofb~bl Al bids shall be delivered to he Hendry County School
DsL~ i Finance Office, 111 Cury Shee LaBele. Faida or aed to Hend
Cot Sdod D ct f cea Office. O Box 1980. LaBee. Fhida 339-75.
TeotflSafa Cash, Cashies Check, or money order payable to the Hendry
Coay Schd Distambt taner 2:0 P Friday March 17. 2006 delivered t
the tnrbyCov' Scd.eid i e OnOfic 0ra
ObtainmBiOocunens: Bidders may obtain bid documents at e Heiy Ceount
School District Finance Office. 111 Curry Street, LaBelle, Florida,
(63)674-4100
Al dsmiet be m se l c a sealed enelope pldy rmaked on te outside -SAIL
BOATr1N". lScr d Dlit of Henry Corty reservesthie right to rejed any ande
al bids receive adtowaive anyandal iregiaties in regadteeto.
endryCou ySdoiBoard
John Ay.JChairman
119565 CBGSa 6


Public notices
Mlji riIeis


NOnCEOFPUBLICSALE
HENDRYTOWING & RECOVERY CORP
Sgles Notce of Feosure of Lien and
intent to sell these vehicles on
03/242006,10:0 an at 720 S.Main
St Bay G., LaBele.FL 33935. psu-
at subsection 71378 of the rHdda
Stuts. HENiY U WIG & RECOV-
ERY CORP rseestre t idgi to accept
or cranyamraorallids.
1FRALSU1TA1071a87
199SFORD
119227CB3a06


he most important
20 minutes of oir day
is lthe ime spent red-
ing wth your child from
bidh to age nine.


HENDRYmCOUNTYSCHOOL DISTRICT
NOTCE OFPROPOSED RULE
SUIBM D Br: ScottCooper DAlE:3/14/06
SUBJECTAREA:254 bInuconal Highly QIied-tHOUSSE
EECtUWE SUMMARY OF PURPOSE The proposed rule eslaltshes the poky for
higy quaied istctioal persuaneL
CITATION OF LEGAL AITHOR1Y. 1001.41, 001.43, 101222 1012.3, 101227.
1012.42 ES, 6A-.0503(3) SA. and No Cl Left Behind Act of 2001, PL
107.110
CITAION OF SPECIFC LEGAL REERENCE 1001A1.1001.43.1012.22,1012.23.
1012-27.1012.42 ES, 6A-1.0503(3) SBA. and No CEld Let Betind Act of
2001, L107.110.
FULL TEI A copy f rthe ful tn hed o t posed rule may be obtained, wisout
cost, atte Officef eS t often Selos.
EXECImVESUMXMARI The proposed noe estalishes the poey for hitfy qWpaied
insrectinalpersonnel
STAIEMHET OF REGULATORY COSIS: The proposed pcy revision wl aeate no
addiarnaldisrid economic bipact h eess of $100.00 ecep for te costs of
pgin"anid eibmes
LOCATION OF MEETING, IME AND DATE Heandyf Coury School Board Meeting
Room 475 E Osceola Aeire, Clewiston FL at 530 pom or as soon threafler
as the maier may be heard on Machl14.2006.
otice: Any person who wishesto provide te Schel Boand ih nfeomaon -
gardig tite sleet of estinated r9granoy costs, or t ixide sia POPOSa for a
lowercostregriatory alenmaliraie ast doso in W gw lii 21 daysaater pb6-
cainiofisnoatice.
Hafle: i- reues td i and nFt deemed necessary by te Agency Head.a
j .-
Ruc teveopneit Wa wlno beheld a at ane and date to be aetfi-sed n


of Schils, in wrin wIe 21 days adler plhalten of ts tce. ihe reres
shall speciy how te person reesrg te opubic hearing wold be atlecled by
the proposed rumlehe School Board, upe n appreciate renest sal e affect
ed persnan p to present ideOneronda 3 arest on tir48 h us ider
coasiderafon.
Notice: Ikpeclin ad copying of allB mitaten marials crrstittng pubtic coatds
sub rted to tIe agency regarding draft rules may be ob led by riluest rn rit-
ing.totihes perintenentetSchools.
Notce rue edoel Bad iTa recogrse any material *tidch miry be pdialy no-
trad tid a to nxpete ma mito Ie record a ihe ne iinamg proceeaig. The
S&A&l Biard ra nacporremate rial by reiefence rdo ire F.oposed ride
Hofice: hywu reed m 3cicoianodalion in order to paeatcpale no ha prcs. plese
rotby ihrtmiW Comerm ire Seaoden trti Schools at (863) 674-4642 or 31
me Her-ory Couty Couramurie, LB e k Atnda S' in3 a 1 eal 48 ean pmna I
ire acernj or *oirkup
Nbc Ir s1 Sero. l board aipt io proposed rl one or cerffid copy 1 ole oe-
Iised cuirr lle ele d a Are Orioneit e SeuremuIari nicl Schools purisuail ti
12'0 543J(1). FS
11603u=ca223.12.9 l83(06


GCSO busts marijuana growhouse


On Monday, February 27, a
search warrant was obtained by
Detective Steve Harris, Glades
County Sheriff's Office, for a resi-
dence just north of Moore Haven.
At approximately 9:37 p.m., the
search warrant was executed by
members of the Glades County
Sheriff's Office with the assis-
tance of the Okeechobee County
Narcotics Task Force.
After the search warrant was
read to the residents, detectives
found several rooms that were
being used in an elaborate
indoor grow operation. Various
rooms were setup for stages of
growing and drying of marijua-
na. In all, 170 marijuana plants
valued by FDLE at $1,000 each
and 180 pounds of marijuana val-
ued at $3,000 per pound was
seized along with lights, air con--
ditioning units, pots, soil and var-
ious related items to the grow
operation.
SheriffWhiddon, who accom-


panied the entry team, was
extremely pleased with the
seizure and has made the contin-
ued commitment to the residents
of Glades County that drugs will
not be tolerated at any level.
"This is the second large grow
seizure within a year and I'm
sure there's more out there,"
Sheriff Whiddon stated, "it's only
a matter of time until we catch
them. Due to the investigation
continuing I can't release the sus-
pects namess, however, war-
rants for these suspects are now
being drawn up by Detective
Harris and they will be brought
to answer charges for cultivation
and trafficking of marijuana.
Sheriff Whiddon wants the
citizens of the Glades County to
know if they have information on
any type of crime that they can
contact his office at 863-946-1600
and speak with a, detective. All
information will be kept strictly
.confidential. ,


Submitted to me caloosa Belle/GCSO
Glades County Sheriff Stuart Whiddon announced that his
agency has seized a marijuana grow house operation just
North of Moore Haven worth an estimated $700,000.


Prescription help is now available


The Partnership for Prescrip-
tion Assistance is a nationwide
program bringing together Amer-
ica's biopharmaceutical research
companies, health care
providers, patient advocacy
organizations, and community
groups to help qualifying patients
who lack prescription coverage
get the medicines they need
through the public or private pro-
gram that's right for them.
The Partnership for Prescrip-
tion Assistance of Florida is the
state chapter of this unprecedent-
ed nationwide initiative.
Through a toll free number
and user-friendly Web site, the
Partnership for Prescription Assis-
tance offers a single point of
access to more than 475 public
and private patient assistance


programs, including more than
180 programs offered by pharma-
ceutical companies. Many
patients are eligible for public
programs based on their age or
income. Some patients in need
qualify for private programs that
offer prescription medicines for
free or nearly free. The mission of
the Partnership for Prescription
Assistance is to increase aware-
ness of these programs and
boost enrollment of those
who are eligible.
Many people have difficulty
affording health care, including
prescription medicines. Though
qualifications vary by program, a
number of patient assistance pro-
grams provide help to patients
who lack prescription drug cover-
age and earn less than 200% of


the federal poverty level (approxi-
mately $19,000 for an individual
or $31,000 for family of three).*
More than 29 million people in
the United States make less than
200 percent of the federal poverty
level and are uninsured.
In Florida, more than 2.2 mil-
lion people make less than 200
percent of the federal poverty
level and are uninsured.
Patients will be directed to the
public or private program that's
right for them. The Partnership
for Prescription Assistance of
Florida helps patients who lack
prescription drug coverage:
Enroll in more than 475
patient assistance programs.
Access more than 2,500 medi-
cines for free or nearly free.
Learn how to contact govern-


ment programs for which they
may qualify, such as Medicaid,
Medicare, or the State Children's
Health Insurance Program.
Finding the right program can
be complicated. That's why this
initiative is making the process
much easier for patients by offer-
ing a single toll-free number 1-
888-4PPA-NOW (1-888-477-
2669) and Web site
(www.pparx.org)
Trained specialists to help
identify programs and help fill
out forms
Assistance at the call center in
English and Spanish and
approximately 150 other lan-
guages. Qualifications vary by
programs. Income levels vary by
state.


Submitted to the Caloosa Belle/Jean Backes

Pet photo of the week
Pudge the cat gets the upper bunk when the three Back-
es' dogs come in to take their afternoon nap everyday at
1 p.m. Girl, Spot and Lady share the bottom bunk. The
foursome are the beloved pets of Sonny and Jean Back-
es in Muse. If you would like to submit a pet photo for
consideration for publication in the Caloosa Belle,
please e-mail a 5 inch jpeg digital photo with a high res-
olution to: Donna Meister at cbnewsrm@strato.net, or
drop off a photo to the Caloosa Belle, or mail to the
Caloosa Belle, P.O. Box 518, LaBelle, FL. 33975. Photos
may be picked up at the Caloosa Belle office during
working hours. We need your name, phone number (in
case we have any questions), pets name, age, breed of
pet and a caption. We are looking for something silly, fun,
unusual or thought provoking. Sorry, we are not just
looking for really cute animal photos and definitely noth-
ing cruel or harmful. No pictures printed on your home
computer can be accepted.


FGCU founding collegiate high school


Florida Gulf Coast University
announces the founding of the
FGCU Collegiate High School, an
early admissions program
designed for high achieving stu-
dents who want to pursue
careers in mathematics, science
or education.
The FGCU Collegiate High
School will accept approximate-
ly 20 to 30 high achieving stu-
dents from the five-county
region based on an admission


process, which includes tran-
scripts, letters of recommenda-
tion, SAT or ACT scores, essays
and interviews. Applications are
being accepted through Friday,
March 31.
Aimed at high school juniors
and seniors, students attend
FGCU full time with University
students. Students enroll in
classes that meet the require-
ments for both high school
diplomas and college freshman


and sophomore years, and
should expect a rigorous aca-
demic schedule. At the end of
the two year program, students
will have earned high school
diplomas and up to two years of
college credit or an Associate of
Arts degree.
Students currently enrolled in
public school do not pay tuition
or books at FGCU Collegiate
High School. Additionally, stu-
dents shorten the amount of


time needed to obtain a degree.
Transportation is not provided.
The goal of the FGCU Colle-
giate High School is to more
closely link high school to the
postsecondary years for students
who are academically and
socially ready. The effort is also
in response to the demands
from economic and workforce
development for more graduates
in the fields of mathematics, sci-
ence and education.


Training is open for Hendry caregivers


FGCU Florida Institute of Gov-
ernment, for managers and
employees from both the private
and public sectors is presenting
"Getting and Managing Federal
and State Grants," a half-day
workshop from the Florida Insti-
tute of Government. The seminar


helps participants successfully
write a grant proposal for federal
or state funding, and learn how to
handle paperwork after receiving
funding. The workshop covers
grant-writing guidelines specific
to government grants, reporting
for government grants and fiscal


management. Shelley Roberston
is instructor. The workshop will
be 1-4:30 p.m., Friday, March 31,
at the Student Union 214. Learn
how to: find grants in the CFDA
and the Federal Register; analyze
chances of success; develop a
project notebook, evaluation


requirements for federal funding,
audit requirements, project
reporting and fiscal guidelines;
hear from panel discussion how
to improve chances for success
with grants. The cost is $59. Con-
tact Joanne Hartke at (239) 590-
7815 or jhartke@fgcu.edu


FGCU to present workshop on grants


If you are the full-time care-
giver for a loved one, you are
invited to attend FREE caregiver
training and education classes in
Hendry County during the
month of March.
The CARE Program, Care-
givers Assistance and Regional
Education is a collaborative out-
reach effort between-The State
of Florida Department of Elder


Affairs, Area Agency on Aging
for Southwest Florida, Inc. Lee
Memorial Health System, Hope
of Southwest Florida, Alvin A.
Dubin Alzheimer's Resource
Center, Senior Solutions of
Southwest Florida, Faith in
Action. Personal care, caregiver
feelings, roles and responsibili-
ties, end of life issues and com-
munity resources are just a few


of the topics to be discussed.
Classes are twice a week for
two consecutive weeks, with
each class lasting three hours.
Classes will be held at the L.J.
Nobles Senior Center of LaBelle.
Don't miss this opportunity to
come together and learn with
other caregivers how to better
care for your loved one, as well
as how to better care for your-


self.
Call Toll-free 1-866-232-0921
or call L.J. Nobles Senior Center
at: 863-993-7088.
You must call immediately in
order to get registered for CARE
Classes Class dates and times:
March 21, 23, 28 and 30 at L.J.
Nobles Senior Center, 475 East
Cowboy Way, LaBelle from 1-4
p.m.


Submitted to the Caloosa Belle/Nerita King

Matriarch of the family
Thelma King Brown, 93, moved to Immokalee in 1941.
Born on November 5, 1912, she still enjoys working in her
flower garden roses and phlox are her favorites. Five
generations of her family continue to live in the
Immokalee-LaBelle area. They are: daughters Nell Dupree
and Estelle White; grandchildren: Ann Sheehy, Debbie
Gonzalez, Nancy Asbel, Jeannie Lynch; great-grandchil-
dren: Greg Winters, Amie Raulerson, Christa Hewitt, Nikki
White, Stephanie Carlton and Daniel Lynch; great-great-
grandchildren: Cody Winters, Shylin McNair, Hugh White,
Joshua White, Logan Carlton and Ashton Lynch.


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