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Livestock show pictures 9 Page 12 1: :: : : ,F A l.0 iL F OR A D C 3 2 2. -'I. SNA FP L.IFRY IDA HI 1 t CI PGF iNESV ; L..I....E FL 326N 1.-70 7 E Delivering Western henary county s viwa uince 1922 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. : : \ - 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 See Page 2 for information about how to contact the newspaper. newszap.com Community Links. Individual Voices. 8 116510 0 1 11111 8 16510 0001 9 1 -- --- --- --- 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. ' 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. Check us out online www.newszap.com 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 To Reach Us Maldall Addres. PO Box i518 UBeUe FL 33.?5 Ph- sic, Addre 22 Fr Thcr-.p.psrn A.e Phone 1863) 675 2541 Fa.x 186o T'5 144-9 \'ebite .'-m;- nre..:-ap om labelle To Submit News 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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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. 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I'd like to personally congratulate all of the bitter fans of that sweet little gal that portrayed Minnie Pearl for their opinions in the March 2 edition of the Speak Out column. You should all give yourselves a pat on the back. It must take a lot of guts to knowingly, yet indirectly, com- plain to an entire community for that young lady. What's worse is that the 40th Swamp Cabbage Queen has had nothing but good things to. say about all of the contestants before and after the pageant and crown-over. On another note, for the complaints about the talent scoring, it is almost half of the scoring criteria, otherwise it wouldn't be part of the show. Public issues forums Join the discussion of important issues at newszap.com. Topics include: *LaBelle issues: http://www.newszapforums.com/forum56 *Hendry County issues: http://www.newszapforums.com/forum54 Go to newszap.com, click on your community and then on "community forums and links." 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 CALOOSA BELLE Our Purpose... 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Vice President r-:F-cl anrd ccrripassCon. of Florida Operations For More Information See Tom Byrd At Your Service On Page 2 Executive Editor Katrina Elsken 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 '4s your world Get Involved 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 Its your world IGet Involved 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? -i - .. -,.,: y .'., *.. .. ": *" .- "* :":' .. : "" '" [I' '.:. ."' .- O ..'P T != I i: 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. \ CHRIST THE LINr Lutheran Chuach 1362 Thigpen Road LaBelle, IL 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship The Lords Supper 1st, 3rd 5th Sundays Bible Study Sundays at 10:15 a.m. Where everybody is Somebody and Jesus is Lord 863-675-2733 N.RiverRd.(Hwy7) ' e-mail: ctklc@strato.net All Aspects of Orthopaedic Surgery Mini Hip and Knee Replacement Hand Surgery Sports Injuries Arthroscopic Surgery 2 Convenient Locations LaBelle Office 450 S. Main St. Ste 1 LaBelle. FL 33935 (863) 675-2283 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. Lehigh Acres Office 1328 Homestead Rd. N Lehigh Acres, FL 33936 S(239) 368-8080 i.I .?d. . L Mattress Sale FREE LOCAL DELIVERY & OLD MATTRESS REMOVAL Queen Size Set $499.95 660 Coil Plush Extra-Firm All Sizes at Comparable Values CKS\ Jackson River R.. Home Furnishings & Decor S*At the Foot of the Bridge 340 North Bridge Street 863-674-0003 LaBelle What are your Neighbors Saying? Opinion, Page 4 Merida Edith -i - Leos, Hopkins, Betty Richardson and Mae LMS UES Williams, CHS AIN'T IT NIFTY, JACK IS 50! . We Love You " Happy Birthday! ----";;iidai '"'' ... i! - / 6 SPORTS Caloosa Belle, Thursday, March 9, 2006 Cowgirls perfect with 7-0 standing :... ... .. .:; -...'.. ... .. '. . -,-A t " L r:.-v, A . Submined to tne Caloosa Belle/Anne Friedman Top female SCF runner The SCF overall top female runner was Linsey Ulrich of Lehigh Acres with a time of 19:35. +, 3 ', "' ' The SCF oveall top femle runner ws Lne liho Lehig Ace ih ieof1:5 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. r -------- - -. SPORTS FANS! I I BET I YOU I YOU I I DIDN'T " KNOW I I I Brought to you by + Lori Langford The Daytona 500 in February kicks off the NASCAR season every year. It's not only the first race in the quest for the Nextel Cup, it's one of the premiere events in all of racing. 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'New Construction, Investment, & Speculative Homes Ava ilable! tOnsite Lot Acquisition Specialist to Help with all of your Real Estate Needs! -kp 3 ia1 II TRSwmTM _ 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. IFIANCEI Licensed Florida Broker Business 100% Financing Available Full Doc or Stated Loans Refinances Cash Outs Purchases Easy Qualification & Loan Requirements SSingle Family Homes Manufactured Homes 49 N. Industrial Loop Rd. LaBelle 863-675-3275 9-5 Mon Friday Special Appointments Available Hablamos Espaiol Grand Opening! Open Daily: 11 am I Opm I 0% OFF 239-369-8883 Entire Bill rmu-i pr.scnt c.upun Beer ine il .. Cuconma C)v ilelo 700 W. Leeland Heights Blvd. Suite 103 Lehigh Acres 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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REAL ESTATE BROKER ASSOCIATES: EDITH HACKMANN SCOTT HACKMANN AND T M SPENCER 675-0500 REALTY RorALr coroMI AVAIABLE home sits on a J l t.di tliSc lot under the CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION. prestigious oak l m !InE maintained with HOM FOtn Se updated appliances and a new roof Asking $135,000. 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. IN PORT IABELLE This 3Bedroom/2Bath/1 Car garage N.E. TRADEWINDCIRCLE. $51,900. With deals like these.. Why are you still paying rent?? 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 offers. 2 SIDE BY SIDE 1.25 acres on PORT LABELLE LOTS Olive St. $49,900. 2.22 ACRES IN UNIT 9 on GROVES greenbelt, fenced, electric, 13.34 ACRES OF CITRUS water, no restrictions close to GROVES on Sears Rd. middle school. $235,000. $377,000. 2 ACRES in beautiful COMMERCIAL Oakhaven Subdivisionr with TWO BRAND NEW STEEL pond for $230,000. BUILDINGS each measuring NICE OVERSIZED corner lot on over 9,000 sq. ft. with office greehbelt in Unit 2 $42,900. and bay doors. Both build- NICE OVERSIZED corner lot in ings for $1,775,000. Make Unit 1 $59,900. OffersI Hablamos Espafiol 6 WHERE DREAh NTTR END i.uii Lii I i1l .,biA l .-ul l'. v .j fjc' IIi. ll ..2 'p 0: Ik. 1 -, lil f im p im.-ciR ii.,,r T f P: Ir j I I] h ,. II', I 'L..ii... I 'k u : I Id-. .4 I~ .' 'I b- 0rfqn 1..ir ilti" -..l i..]t. j.9. rdl OF ~EtALO~Al--lECEE RVER is 'i'' w u1 1. 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Ri'". 11l INVESTMENTS OUT OF COUNTY! ic l I i? .-., lc. I ''l jii d.i. I -t I i. I 1 11q 1 p i . $5.Oh)O.IJOI) SHERRI DENNING L n l Rt I R L I .t ,,. I' " ii.. I h ii..'- I.... I'' ''''ii Ii. i. h h .. 1 r .II i l I: Ill u : I1! 111 11.. 1.. I A ., ttsc' .j9 ,b 9i C vJJ6r~r~ '."~'I:i/-lj& :J -I j k - I h .. I CIi II.-.. 180 N. Bridge St. LaBelle, FL (863) 675-6788 1-888-675-6762 www.heritagelandco.com Se Habla Espafiol DuNN, A K NE Lic. RE.-L. ESTATr Br.--'rii Ais'OClATE.: Tr.l-:, Ar-i.:.Id Eer.... jl' c. E '. crl, C uct.- P.ar-, *' :ill .- '.' I.. : ...i. &. K sr, Ctecir C h- rlr.ni -.'... ',l,:.- I lji-,i, .-.r , L u : C 'r r i n : i i l o. 4 j r ,r I "R .11 |.|. "... : i ." "" II.. I , u ru I- | J, .. : ... LN. l I I. I jl .... .. II I .I ,, I II I.. ,l ii ,,o t, iit. i R R i d ,, iA C [F R I] -.1`,11 i .f (, d4,1 11'"'11 i ,,,f.-' .lh I -I '..'" ,',l i '1 ', |. ii, .. h l' i, ., .. i i..-i , p rrIir ,',~',,1 I:- 'l. Il ,11ii CR H I I I I J ,1 11 -. 1 N. .2h, C.:R TbES ,- ., ,Ih: 2 ACi RE -S IN' 'l' I. .I ,, i ,,- .. .n -,it..' hI r,.,,T '.-, 1 ,-.J i-,,-. .9. 0.. ... 5 (OM TIN:R;N: S.II I .. ,. .-, E -, t ." ,i ," .: .. I I,, ,,, ..a. .I ,1 I.. If h k,'. f %, ,-, r.., I. ., 1 1 1 h 1 1, ,,, I, ,,, h ', ll. 0 I' .o ,,- ,,, h'9 L, ,,h .. ,,I .r l, ',;lf:llll,11.,i ,1M per u..e 125 it- ICRE HOMlEIlff ON P Til .it ,. N 1.28 A(RES .,. i. r ;*. ,,,ut $ ,thi IL.. k..:c, i ul-l I NiLAR. -N-H I[? i s i. .... .. -.. ,-.. I,1. .,, 1,, ,, i -, ,:, r.,r .- 1 -.1i .I I, .l ,,J l,||,,,,T hJ, REtRId'[ F M ifl. Cli. I 1 l ... .l..I. .... nij 10 ailuuo Dtal l, I Iiuiouay, Ivar nioin vuu 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 www.newhorizons-re.com Se Habla Espanol IF: IIfA~ fL 931' OviA 1. ,-l aMe, * '>:n-U i: un Fri r IF I it rl lrii IluiJ b.i-- it Ihr': ~-, r lJJ[,jl :.iP 2B hl,.m :.7,f 5, ji.-: f f :.l r i i ::1 j i l nrd Plinc ,', ri ne, fircpl :,:, i : .Juper lar- rk: .il-, rf p rlr, ii jiiir, Li, 'i uL: o ,t.e rh,; i.:,- ;].= I I i j, p3 -jijL ,, :,u ,,'. ,1 11 1.) ,,:, t r,:, e 5-9,900. * .' IB B. s I-r. n I.... e, d n l'.ibelie .:,r- " J ,: u i i,- .j I.. or t.l-,J E-3. r e f .' h i p ,- e I .tr- include new berber carpet, ceramic tile, all nr' .--1;,-,I.' .,d m .:hi more. Priced to sell. J ,-.., i 19,900. '-.:li o:. happen here. 3BR!1B MJ.,n,,,-, 'p,:,.i % ri -.iounded by New * ion..,Iru':,,,i'' I. ii You can clean up in more ways than one. Fast action wins! $114,900. SCute remodeled home on a 1/2 lot! This little 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 i New Horizons 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. .ii ..B t. .. s j .. * STOP DREAMING AND START IV- 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! -- ..... " * Hard to find double lot in growing Port LaBelle Unit 102. $119,800. * Drop dead gorgeous! If you're looking for th iJr, [ i "n r, i', t lTrr ~'.. ujr I, h : t lF'.: I .n .-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. mIE~saZ-S^tSsjaiS~, iaa-_ g S.. 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. Southern land 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 ,- ---- v,.-,- .--- ,.. -- ---ln. -~ .-.I .--- ---------......- -'- -----V--~~lp-p 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 servicing LaBelle and the surrounding area with a clean & rell- able service record. 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Affordably Priced to sell.....$244,000 GREAT DEALS! JUST FOR YOU hR EALTYv GROUP Of Southwest Florida, Inc. Cell: 239-872-7665 MBs,. Bus: 239-495-2402 Matt Flemi ng Realtor E-Mail: mattflemingl@comcast.net Commercial Land Residential RESIDENTIAL LOTS Lot 1- 6.13 acres @ $459,750 JACK'S BRANCH ESTATES offers 4 executive Lot 2 6.20 acres @ $465,000 estate lots located off of CR 78 in the Fort Lot .J.-i, .I;: .;i63.500 Denaud area. Surrounded by proposed future Lot j. ; .00,500 residential developments make this an ideal l I rij ci lt i e thiri the city limits. Beautiful OkL, $95,000 place to builyourestatehomeandbringyour 2.5ac. w/river access. Frontage on CR 78. horses or invest in the future. Live among the Come build that dream home, $250,000. gated communities with no Home Owner or Owner/Agent Community Develop District fees. Lots 3 and 4 Looking to build, representing a local have creek frontage, builder, please call for details . 21 offices throughout Southwest Florida! HORSESHOE ACRES 4BR/4.5BA concrete block, 22+ oak filled acre ranch. High and dry, great horse ranch, beautiful, quiet & peaceful setting. $1,300,000. 601LB205054878 WATERWAY ESTATE ON 1.14 HISTORIC FORT DENAUD - Historic Fort Denaud This STORM SAFE 3/2 home is an Award winning design from the Florida Energy Center. Has a 1,994 sq ft WORKSHOP! $959,000. 601LB200619297 ,: ,: I-* ,. : .:. |"* ",,,' '^ RIVER VIEW HOME Completely furnished home includes 35' Damon Motor coach, Mercedes SBenz, Jeep Grand Cherokee and a 18' Wellcraft boat! $614,900. 601LB200532001 LABELLE AND MUSE Ideal home for you and your horses. 10.28 beautiful acres, fenced, cross-fenced, exceptional pas- ture, spring-fed pond. $599,900. 601LB200606019 SERIOUS BOATERS NEEDED - Deepwater Canal with direct access to intercoastel waterway. 2 docks w/110-220 60amp. Boats up to 60ft. RV hookup. $595,000. 601LB100181. = !' ':" ., .1}:-! .i .; ., 15 ACRE FARM Enjoy Florida sunsets reflecting from your pond on this lovely 15 acres farm. Definitely a must see. $479,900. 601LB200537108 wV a 863-675-0898 OFC C PERSONAL ATTENTION WORLDWIDE INTERNET MARKETING NIKKI YEAGER, Sales Associate PAUL ROSER, Broker Nikki@NikkiYeagerRoser.com Paul@PaulRosep.com 239/564-2005 cell 239/564-2002 Thiinking Aout Wfhere you'Comne 'Up ithi Tie on F-or ", Nfew 'fome?. CUSTOM BUILT -.- "3/2 ." With Alarm Includes .... Ceramic Tile Alarm & your choice of window Dressing/ Appliances Up to 5K closing cost paid by Seller 'War/iold Xeal Estare 7 HOMES RENTALS LOTS ACREAGE L. 1150 Lee Blvd. Ste. 1B Lehigh Acres, FL 33936 239 368 3200 www.marigoldrealestate.net REAL ESTATt PtUYt 'S GUIDE BOATERS PARADISE! LOCATED IN MOORE HAVEN - Riverfront 4/3 single family, large screen patio w/spa to river side, 55+ Community, 20'X6' dock w/electric & water. $350,000. 601LB200613029 2004 LEHIGH ACRES DUPLEX - Excellent condition! Cathedral ceilings, Eat-in Kitchen, Inside laundry. Each side has 3 bed- rooms, 2 baths and a garage. $315,000. 601LB200523767. i. .,i i .. l p. NICE STARTER HOME! .45 acres lot This house has a newer roof, remodeled bath rooms, and wonderful open fireplace and breeze way. $185,000. 601LB200521881 Cap.Cral-* ortMyrs- Pn sad ,Lhih-BrtSoe-, SEstero*- -.SonCalo6-L~ele- ape PutaGoda5 Chrltt0Hrbr 5*-or C 555 6 DepCrek- Mrok-Vnc Riverfront Pool Home with 1,944 sq ft workshop on 1.14 acres. Intercoastal Waterway protected Oxbow, NO Corps Easement! 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, den, family room, screened lanai and pool area. Many STORM SAFE features, first quality construction, super energy effi- cient, solar heated pool used to heat and cool the house. Award winning design from the Florida Energy Center Priced under appraised value, asking $959,000. MLS 200619297 Gulf Access Lot NW Cape Coral, minutes to Matlacha Pass, seller is motivated! offered at $394,000. Port LaBelle unit 2 Oversized corner lot with beautiful oak trees, close to schools and town offered at $58,850. Whether your buying or selling, we can hqlp! Stop in and get your FREE Map ,J . I-4----U Zrhe kring (ROup -274 N Bridge St LaBelle,FL 33935 863-612-0002 Home ... Builders Building Communities, One Quality Home at a Time! Homes Startinq in the Low 200's We have "move-in ready" homes available now 9 Mavw 6od Cir, Madison II, 31212 9024 Mavwood Cir, Cvpress II, 3/212. .'"*b6h3i n Cir,. Macanolia. 4/2/2 5005 Pike Lane. Madison II, 312/2 9016 Lamkin Cir, Madison II, 3/212 5009 Pinetree Ln, Cypress II, 312/2 6008 Acorn Cir, Maqnolia, 41/22 5012 Pinetree Cir, Cypress II, 312/2 7035 Beaver Cir, Madison II. 3/2/2 .'6045-~Rah Cir, Madison, 312/2 3045 June Cir, Maanolia, 4/2/2 All Homes Include % acre home site, wood cabinets, upgraded tile, landscaping, full kitchen appliance package and much more! Vacant lots Available! One New Home Rental Leftl 3/2/2 $1200.00 Mo. Visit Our Model Center - 2480 East State Road 80 Open M-F, 8-5:30 ard Sat & Sun 8-5:30 Call 863-612-0551, or Toll Free, 866-224-8392 www.chlhomebuilders.com CGC061254 i 2 S t L e 3 863-675-8868 RAAls R C'wt B hik. HOMES * $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. SAC$1AG e * $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. SERIVERSIDE REAL ESTATE Corner of Hwy. 80 & 25 South Riverview LaBelle, FL 863-675-2718 www.labelleriverside.com E-mail realestate@labelleriverside.com FEATURES OF THE WEEK 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 Se Habla Espafiol 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 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 -" 12 Caloosa Belle, Thursday, March 9,2006 Young champions Sports Shorts Little League signups, coaches needed Pick up a Little League registra- tion form at all local schools. Any- one interested in coaching please call Picky Bass at 673-1940 or any board member for an application. For additional information please Shelly O'Bannon with Reserve Champion hog. uaioosa uellederrlLynn ivierrit Jacey Sealey with her Grand Champion hog. Hobbs Crockett won senior showmanship. Cory Taylor won junior showmanship. contact Bubbie Owens at 239-229- 4188. LL Majors umpires needed The LaBelle Little League Majors are in need of umpires. If you are interested please call Den- nis Edgar at 673-0783 days. DOUBLE YOUR INVESTMENT IN ONLY 1 YEAR! Builders Lots Available in the Fastest Growing Areas in Florida BEDROOM DINING ROOM SUITES SUITES LIVINGROOM ODDS SUITES 5 ENDS I i 1454 Madison Ave. Imrnokalee ; E., :. I UaIojusB pellieJerrnLynn iierrinu -i- -* ~A--- & - Steven Woosley with his Best of Show and Best Opposite Priscilla Marante with her Best of Show and her Best Oppo- Turkeys. site Peking Ducks 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. NEW PATIENTS ACCEPTED! Nuevos pacientes son acceptado! Services: Family Medicine, Women's Health. Pediatrics. Internal Medicine, Dental. Outreach and Education, Laboratory, Radiology, Pharmacy For an appointment Call (239) 658-3000 Walk-in's Welcome Sp r,-:',i Er-hllh Cr.-.-:,l, ,[. Kj. ilr,.:.t. l Sr.,:.l: c, S 1,. |. hl. 11.I ,. h.I i ,,. .I' Ir u1 i r I ..' i i '. 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Pot ,'our personal The contained listings ej annouir"ernenii ir-r- ne:ge:; onc open from Independent's ' itiml'n: liri fror ,ojr Bulletin E'B ord for Flori:dao re.'..paperi distributed nriIjun'll ,. re Jenis to 31 c 00 homes. Canarl Point Pohokee Belle Glade South Bov Clei..i..n t.\_oore HIo.en Ortona t. \use North LoBelle Feldci LoBelle Imrnokolee Pioneer Plantation Buckhleoa: Picige Okeechobee Bosinger Frostproof ,1. ;Ta 4's ~z_`'fi-li II~~1PP~9"III~Pilll I~I~ -- fa ~" ~ i~is lCI --- MMURA AA Bl""If ; 7 ~CI~I~F~BWdBi~T~ ~iR~i~.~+ls~*RI1IIU~11~lsB~l-~:~m. ~.~ar~~aL(I~--r~~--------- ~----r~C Pr re i '; Mlarlrr- f. fether .~.. ~t~a I Caloosa Belle, Thursday, March 9,2006 1I 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 !I i~n iOE I www.newszap.com RAYMOND JAMES FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. Mes lr NASBD'IPC I am pleased to announce the opening of my new office. * Equities Life Insurance * Bonds Long Term Care * Annuities Mutual Funds * RJ Bank: Mortgages, Re-Finance, CD's, Loans Raymond James Financial Services 14421 Metropolis Ave. Suite 104 Fort MyersFL 33912 239.694.7537 1.866.549.7537 Tofl Free 239.931.7537 Fax Stephen.Ridgely@RaymondJames.com Looking for something Unique? Find it in the Classifieds Pages 15-18 Statewide Palms, Inc. 863 675 4844 LANGFORD 851 S. Main St LaBelle, HF (863) 675-1686 rYall Spoken Here! EXTREME CLEANS, INC. Construction Commercial Residential - 863 675-0810 239 334-6712 We're AIe : ahoi e It:e r.' Waldron Contracting Co. State Certified Building Contractor CBC1253652 863 Cst 673-6362 Custom Homes Commercial Buildings Remodeling & Additions Rick & Brad Waldron Narl fiffr ( .l2' 1 , 1454 Madison Ave- Immnolkaee, FL For appointments cali 239-658-3000 walk-ns Welcome IMMOKCALEE FAMILY CARE CENTER 1502 Lake I Rd limm.ini;ec. F Appointments Are Necessary Please Call 239-657-6363 aRAIJAUCTION IPANY 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 e-mail: ctklc@strato.net LABELLE COuNSELING CENTER Irowoluil1 l arr,ie Fe L t e m n r i ri.,:l ,. n fC j n, tRI t, L Medicaid & MedicarejCS, AERP, LiT Cht 94 HallSt LaBelle 863-675-6776 SOLAR SOLUTIONS 239 466-8605 CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATES CLASSIC CONCEPTS HAIR AND TANNING SALON 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! EDDIE GATES 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 Largest In-Stock Selection OFFICE: (f3s) 675-7045 IC. #CC-C0370It '"SBRVXCE k Our MostInportantPmduct BEDDING 1060 Hwy 29 S. LaBelle 863-675-0717 www .whit urninsmmapiIndapineesxom MOLINA'S SOD AND LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE! CELL: 863-673-4091, licensed and insured S I .0S2 W -.tml., Clmit9 ppraT);l1 'llY; (G) 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 visit nm on th web at wwva hiil.Omr.com Se Habla Espam1 (863) 885-1500 (CELL) Sherrie L. Easterly LMT, #41201 70 Yeomans Ave PEO. Box 2135 LaBelle, FL 33975 Stress Relief Alone Can Improve Your Vitality & State of Mind Stephen E. Ridgely Financial Advisor Trust Specialist jow.m.- lot - I L -~ L I I oil I I I 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. NORTHERN BACK rI ENUa Randy's Garage, Inc. 675-1032 737 S. Bridge St. LaBelle oustNonrhofLaYofiord) -9 -off "-'-------- 9 b f---- 10O 100ff .30ff O... q 0ffi A/C Work O. Oil Change Brake Work .h------------- coup Ofs -- ----e e---- b this coupon OfJfersfexpi re331/06 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: A Warran Grant,. Minister / 863-675-2122 c .l0 b4ove acud deva Marine, Inc. 18631675-7711 6 FU LIC#H35re'-SlP Can Leave Your Friends Behind. For Rates. References & a Service COSTAMAR Wer.thel'bep vaourfeat Estate dSeam came frwe. 825 E. Cowboy Way Suite 105 1Fr ate. 1RrFL 33935 Th1e H'. Plaza) a ll 863 675-5923 233 N. BRIDGE ST q cogrNep you r elkisl dr &Wamome gT 825 E. Cowbo y O? ay B S ute'WS t 863 675-500 o ut oht Ll I 233 N. 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Auctions 105 Car Pool 110 Share a ride 115 Card of Thanks 120 In Memoriam 125 Found 130 Lost 135 Give Away 140 Garage/Yard Sale 145 Personals 150 Special Notices 155 900 Numbers 160 Auction, 469+/- acres, divid- ed, 2 prime farms, partially irrigated, Sylvania, GA, Sat- urday, March 25, 10:00 a.m. Rowell Auctions, Inc. (800)323-8388 1O%BPF GAL U-C002594 www.rowel- lauctions.com. Estate Auction, 21+/- acres, 2 homes plus personal prop- erty, James M. Wise estate. Friday, March 24, 2 p.m. Rowell Auctions, Inc. (800)323-8388 10%BP, GAL AU-C002594 www.rowel- lauctions.com. * LAND AUCTION 200 Props Must be Sold! Low Down / E-Z Financing Free Catalog ( 8 0 0 ) 9 3 7 1 6 0 3 WWW.LANDAUCTION.COM 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 UI ..aag Yard Sl~jes 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 Shop here first! The classified ads 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 Is Stress Ruining Your Rela- 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- pa FL 33607. 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. 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FREE ESTIMATES I Melal Roofs Re-Pools Roof Repair Pole Barns Vinyl Sidino Solfit 8 Fac I Office (863) 675-7045 Need Faster Internet? 1 lI-ir~ir i 'Ir-I:" IC: :-- i i l-,l-_-,',-,,- I ,i ': 3 l,_llil.- ) SFast Affordable Available Secure I SkyTalk ,8 866-639-8754 SILL I :i ,I I ,- - SII l h'''l '' i "l I 1' 1 ,,,I ............. h , .,,i I II '1 11 1 i f1i .~,: ~11 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 Training Available. num Transport for your op- (800)771-6318 www.pri- portunity today. Find It faster. Sell it soon- meinc.com. (800)741-7950. er In the classified Vork Place ent Benefits & Pay n, Paid Insurance uses. yat: naud Road ducts, Inc. 675-4410 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 Emlymn FullTime 020 Emlymn ,Ful Tme 205 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. lAnounceI enls Merchandise Mobile Homes Employment | financial aiII l -py U---------- ,- F&,;W More Papers Mean More Readers! Reach more readers when you run -- your ad in several papers in our newspaper network. / 1-877-353-2 SOur newspaper network consists of eight papers- one For Legal Ads: daily and seven weeklies. An ad run in all these newspapers will lega@ods@ne reach more than 164,000 readers*! /ForlI ther Advertising: Call Today For Details! ,s. * Sources: Pulse Research Market Survey; Simmons Market Research; INI Market Research Center 1 V Mon-FrI J Rules for placing FREE ads! n To n ua,,lif v ,hr ad Automobiles Services Real Estate Public Ntices I.I... I ..I YARD SALE' Place Your YARD SALE ad today! Get FREE signs and inventory sheets! Call Classifieds 877-353-2424 DEADLINES I I I I Jia _ iJ; ~i;~ji' ""-"f~` *' .*:ldi;k~ i I }" "ira ' .-/ . o' LI 16 Caloosa Belle, Thursday, March 9, 2006 Full TimeBB ISjrfl^ Employment FlTime Eimpoime Full Tim Eimpoyen Full Tim Employment Ful ime I I IF Emlymn IIploymIn t CAREER OPPORTUNITIES! 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 RESTAURANT HOUSEKEEPING 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 English, be available to work flexible hours and weekends, and have top notch customer service skills. We provide excellent pay and benefits, training, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement. CATCH THE EXCITEMENT! Send Resume or apply in person to: HR Recruiter, Seminole Casino Immokalee 506 S. 1st St., Immokalee, FL 34142 Fax 239-658-8289 Phone: 1-800-218-0007 ext. 286 www.theseminolecasino.com ,MANAGEMENT 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. LPN I or II (FT.PT, Perdlem) rFL L IfN 1,&: I, il-i li- k-,1i 10 &:,,l I'I:.bl, J, hO , Suppon & Full Time- REGISTERED NURSE FL wit, i ll. I ,l li ,'j W rnvr ij Radiologic Technologist/Mammog.apher WFlrT reg lih I FI L,er,.: Fj.T.ilir ,'U, MQ',A izjr,,lIij., MT,-i-, ,u .,-pl,,i: Q \ l',,,,;iui . Full lime/Pan Imne/Al Home- TRANSCRIPTIONIST 3+ '> cb In h.,;, il1l. i arr:r plli',X .f E lleri j.i-iiM'a i. .11, i ,d ih.: atl iii iI' ude, li Nl' Tuliip d,.le (Lc iS c.eli'aild l i .v": .ll ,, a. ' pt'r MnirMuL Full time- CI/Radlologlc Tech 8-30 am 5 p.m I0.30 am. lo 7p.m .FT r.: ,i f J ..j 111: 2, yea," .- p (.,': r.l i .e:.".' e,,Cellerl|l .r. : lll: 11 t;jl V .) indqp l3.d i irl, p .i ,'i T jii ,d uiieral kija0Irjph| Full IUme-Medical Technologist 5 ,r, MIld T (Lhv fL Ir. Heilog i i hH j m,.. h . hic,,,b,,i,:l.: e, tr.l,:, MI TI ,SCF') ?r Per diem- Housekeeper MuIl haI I ..1 r.. ., h') p, l ca. l r u p l3,(d ',d jll [,,'.A I. h ,u. Full 11ne/per diem-food Service Aide Pre. O 'p i,-i p l,.,-il1 i ':1 up ,rtf. MNd!l ti.e ., t '.i. J Ill I,', h,:," j. "m. Tlj U ,,f'. I lf iiii i' ,i' :'IT.. 'l| Part time- Floor Tech 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: 530 1.Benio t oa 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 I 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 REAL ESTATE AGENTS 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 Love Us! 10. Company Paid 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" b7203.22, S6457.35, b6086.83, S5823.25, b5716.49, S5521.42, S5493.00, S5482.26, S5421.31, S5394.27, S5378.50, S5373.15, S5365.70, b5288.05, S5261.10, S5259.07, o5229.19, u5118.12, S5080.90, u5069.42, S5018.81, S5012.17, ou4901.32, S4884.47, 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 #1 Corporate/Sports Apparel Franchise Full Training and Support. No Exp. Needed. Fi- nancing avail. Call (800)727-6720. www.Em- broidMe.com. ALL CASH CANDY ROUTE Do you earn $800/day? 30 Ma- chines, Free Candy All for $9,995. (888)629-9968 802000033. CALL US: We will not be undersold! NOTICE Independent Newspapers will never accept any advertise- ment that is illegal or con- sidered fraudulent. In all cases of questionable val- ue, such as promises of guaranteed income from work-at-home programs if it sounds too good to be true; chances are that it is. If you have questions or doubts about any ad on these pages, we advise that before responding or send- ing money ahead of time, you check with the Better Business Bureau at 772-878-2010 for previous complaints. Some 800 and 900 telephone numbers may require an extra charge, as well as long distance toll costs. We will do our best to alert our reader of these charges in the ads, but occasionally we may not be aware of the charges. Therefore, if you call a number out of your area, use caution. Vending Route: Snack, Soda, Juice, Water, All Brands. Great Equipment & Support. Full Line. Financing Available w/$7,500 Down. (877) 843-8726 (BO#2002-037). WIN FEMA/FEDERAL CON- TRACTS! Our GOVERNMENT REGISTRATION STARTER KIT makes it easy to become a government vendor. Every- thing you need to get started $29.95. Visit us at www.offi- cialfemacontracts.com or (800)549-1515. 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 COMPUTER APPLICATIONS TUTOR Tulor;rig in Woid, E'i: l. Power Point.r Ace.. in youl r hornie Will dti',]n i ,prjd sineeli Cijll ynrn a 1863Fb 5 -04 COMPUTER SERVICE Irouuie snioong, sei-up. upgrades, sylems Ibuil, lulorin Win.95 98 2000 ME '.R licenseie Cal Gary 863-675-7925 SALLY MAE DISC JOCKEY Music( lor 3al oC 3aici'iS wedJinrg,, pjrtes Quircearnerjs 675-1625. GONZALEZ LAWN/LANDSCAPING Ali': do ri-iiiyman iol:D 1863i675-166l 186316);.3638 ARRESTED? 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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 C~aloosa Belle, I Iursay, ImaIcn v, euI 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 ^Furniure 061 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 #. "CHRIST IS ALL." If you have Christ, you have everything. Wilhoul Je;.'; Chrr; i vIu hrve j DSluiliv limningg Reaj 3. Ile-Onariging boo'k ai WWW.CHRIST-IS-ALL.US CRUISE- 7 NIGHTS. EASTERNr CARIBBEAn Brjnd new riip iiilin rl I Irom Fi LaduijPri1a3 jovember 2:l06- Mrr.h 2007 Fofrn l.4-99 port la.e: includlel witri FREE BUS' 18i001,41-1770 www illa- 0ijr0rirveil :0m ARC E,- EARN DEGREE oinine Irorm rn.jre 'M- edcail BuIril.3s, 'Pdrjieajl 'Compuiers 'Cnrrmnal JuSici .Jobi.l FlJ mlien CLrmpulp r pr:vidtil Fi. 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 n 0665 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. I-HRusesm -i 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 -Ii~ 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 i 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. lvi:ouie iioerC II 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 Mobile HomeLots 2005 .Moshlll omes-Lotb 205 Mobile Hoap Parts 2010 Mobile Homes- Rent 2015 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 I, RfADIPEA NEWSPAPER MAKES YOU A MOR INFORMED AND INTERESTING PERSON. w a der newmpopl r Wmds aOnRMoropoputarl Moble HAome Sale 2020 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 Eagle's Nest Estates A secluded, private . offering beautiful (. , 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. WAIS 11SI A 772-468-8306 "'m/ "'ea/r Srm c,-- -nnr ~ nn ila nm 11Mflil 14(r~frn 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 I Houses Sak M-11- Tl,. iroriow RAmri-h Q 900A iviouiie Home I Huse al I Land Sale Land Salel I L ts- al Lot -Sale 04 Caloosa Belle, Thursday, March 9,2006 Pbic Noice 5 I P b ic o i I PublcNitic 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 kurobliles Frl Iii ~ 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. I Pbi o ice W |