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- H GLADES COUNTY 500 At a Glance We want your news! The Glades County Democ- rat welcomes news from the community. Post your news events, photos and opinions online alt ww.newszap.com., To contact us, email to gcd- news-..'newszap.com or call toll free 1-866-399-5253. For more information, see the At Your Service Box on page 4. Virus means no horses here As a precautionary meas- ure due to the current equine herpes outbreak, the South Florida Water Management District (SFWVMD) is temporar- il. prohibiting all equine uses at DuPuis Management Area and Hickory Hammock Wildlile Management Area until further notice Effective immediately, trail riding, off- trail riding and overnight boarding of horses are all restricted on these particular properties. SFWMD's actions are consistent with advice and direction provided by officials responsible for monitoring and controlling the highli-con- tagious virus. All other public uses con- tinue to be available and are unaffected by the equine restrictions. The DuPuis Man- agement Area is located in western Martin Count\; Hicko- rn Hammock is im Highlands County. For more information call the SFWM D's Recreational Hotlineat l1-866-133-6312. Glades Republican Group to meet The Glades Counts Repub- lican Group will hold their next meeting on Wednesday, Jan 10. 2007 at 7 p.m. at the Moore Haven Library. For more information, please call LS63) .73-0452. Free Bread provided, Free Bread provided by the fine folks at the, New Hope independent Baptist Church locatedd at 6.3 Yaun RQoad in Moore Haven. This will be every Saturday from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. or when the bread is gone. Hard to believe, but the bread is free! Alzheimer's support group Beginning on Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2007, and Tuesday, Jan. 16, at 2 p m., the Alzheimer's support group will meet regularly on the first and third Tuesday of each month. For more information, please call Palm Terrace of Clewiston at (863) 983-5123. Winter Fest planned The Buckhead Ridge Vol- unteer Fire Department will. have a Winter Fest on Jan. 27. There will be a bake sale, arts and crafts sale and a Corvette car show. Barbeque pork sandwiches will be sold. More plans are being made and it will take place at the Volunteer Fire Depart- ment off of C.R. 78. Lake Level La 12.12 !, i feet above sea level Index Classifieds . .18-22 Obituaries . . .2 Opinion . . .4 School . . . .9 See Page 4 for information about how to contact the newspaper. newszap.com Community Links. Individual Voices. a 16510 00022 1 Christmas decoration winners City council awards prize money at meeting By Nena Bolan Glades County Democrat MOORE HAVEN Taking its cue that Christmas is here. Moore Haven did something special for the folks \ ho decked out their homes in holiday cheer. Prize money wvas awarded to Christmas decoration winners at the city council meeting on Dec. 19. There were two cate- gories this year. One was for residences and the second %was for businesses. The city-wide contest really brightened up the hometown this year. In the past, the contest was only for residences but this year a category for businesses was added. This increased the spirit of competition and many tedious and crafty man hours were spent on original decora- lions. Contestants made classic Santa themes or traditional nativity scenes. TheN used strands of lights and wooden cutouts that are painted or stained. Some used inflatable characters and globes. See Christmas Page 12 Careful planning: Community decorates INI/Nena Bolan There were three winners in the resident category for the city's Christmas decoration con- test. Marvin Brown, left, accepts second place award for his wife Patricia; and Frances Bryant accepts her third place award. First place winner, Alvora Chilous, was not present at the city council meeting of Dec. 19. press at park nearly complete -' INI/Nena Bolan Many residents and businesses put forth an extra effort during the Christmas decora- tion contest. A night time tour is well worth it. These snowmen are at the florist shop behind the Burger King. Alvora Chilous won the first Place resident category of the i. .'city wide I .: ~Christmas dec- S-. : oration con- ., ,test. Many fig- ', 'ures adorn the nativity scene and her pink house is bright- ened up with Slights. Drive by 'A.her house on 14Avenue B dur- v ing the evening. Ahern's BP Station won first place in the business category of the city wide Christmas dec- oration con- test. Even the public phones were spruced up for the occasion! Renovated ball parks nearly complete By Nena Bolan Glades County Democrat MOORE HPVEN On Dec. 19. the city council dis- cussed the ball parks which are being renovated in Moore Haven. The city, Glades Coun- ty and the school district worked together on the proi- ect, which is nearing comple- tion. The three fields comprising the project will be fully lighted according to the National High School Athletic Associa- lion standards. The restrooms at the ball parks \\ill also be remodeled with ceramic tile and a real door instead ol a chair link gate, which is currently at the facility. The fields have not only been planned lor baseball and softball, but for othei team sports as %well and are likely to becorne an attraction for See Parks -Page 12 Agape Academy will accept new students Individual learning program is faith based By Nena Bolan Glades County Democrat MOORE HAVEN Agape Christian Academy opened its doors in August 2005 and now has an enrollment of 32 in twelve grades. Individual learning pro- grams are set up at the academy for all grades. The Academy is still accept- ing new students. Agape Mis- sionary Church sponsors the lit- tle school at 307 U.S. 27. The church is also known by the Spanish name of Centro Misionero Agape. Edgar Figueroa Jr. is the direc- tor of the school, which was once located in Clewiston and known as Clewiston Christian Academy. He said his father had been looking for an opportunity to open a faith-based school. When they learned that the See School-Page 12 Community toy give-away Dec. 22 GCSO sponsors donations to children By Nena Bolan Glades County Democrat MOORE HAVEN The Doyle Conner Building was the scene of a community toy give-away spon- sored by the Glades County Sher- iff's Office. A few days before Christmas, the event showed off just how spirited the sheriff's office can be. There was no shortage of charity and goodwill at last week's event. On Dec. 22, toys were donat- ed to children from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. with the sheriff's office reporting a successful event. Recently, Sheriff Stuart Whid- don's office received many gifts and cash donations totaling approximately $4,000 from local contributors and other partners. Six hundred pairs of children's. shoes were also given to the Sher- iff's give-away program and went to many deserving children and families throughout the Glades County area. Many officers assisted with the program, and several GCSO employees went shopping to get toys for various age groups. Sheriff Whiddon and the entire Glades County Sheriff's Office are very grateful for all donations and thank their con- tributors this holiday season. Submitted photo Santa helped give away toys and shoes at the Doyle Conner Building in Moore Haven. Children were eager to talk to him at the GCSO community toy give-away program on December 22. Moore Haven, Fla. Thursday, December 28, 2006 SFWMD adopts army platoons for Christmas The Okeechobee Service Center of the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) has been keeping the local post office extremely busy these last few weeks. During a staff mei'"tinn, in October, several non-profit organizations were nominated for the offices' annu- al holiday gilt drive. Allison Murphy, a Staff Regu- lation Professional with the Dis trict for more than 6 years, head- ed the recipient search. An mverwhdlming majority of the staff decided to support soldiers overseas. After research on the internet, Murphy found a web- site that clearly lists items our service men and women are requesting. Two platoons were located with soldiers from. Florida. A Medical Company stationed in Afghanistan has six men, one being from Fort Walton Beach and seven females. The other pla- toon stationed in Iraq has six males, one being from Gainesville. Through word of mouth, Dis- trict staff, Audubon of Florida, local businesses, 4-H groups and community members have donated enough items to fill over 40 boxes packed with goodies. The packages have included den- tal hygiene products from local dentist Dr. Wright, telephone call- ing cards, skin-care products, snack foods from 4-H clubs and holiday cards from area school children in Okeechobee and Vero Beach. "I was very happy about the outpouring of support from- the community during the holi- days," said Benita Whalen, Okee- chobee Service Center Director. Generous cash donations have been made to allow for additional telephone calling cards to be purchased as well as covering any unmet needs. or expenses. Okeechobee's very own Melissa Ritter donated nine- teen compact discs of her original recordings, one for each soldier. Every female and male soldier received their own personal-care box that included essential living Don't wait for this Christmas to be nice Submitted photo/mRMC Hospital hires new CFO Joe Denno has joined the administrative staff of Hendry Regional Medical Center as the new Chief Financial Officer. Joe and his wife, Susan, have moved to Florida from New Hampshire. They have three grown children and five grand- children (who reside primarily in New England one son lives in Denver, Colo.). Joe Denno has many years of health- care finance experience (30 to be exact). Please welcome Joe and Susan Denno to Hendry Regional Medical Center. Area Church News in Brief First Christian announces schedule First Christian Church in Clewis- ton announces the following schedule for the month of Decem- ber: Dec. 16, 6 p.m. Christmas ")ingle Bells' Haride: Dec. 17, 11 a.m Message: "Howv God Fooled Satan at Christmas.", 7 p.m. Mes- sage: "Christ, the perfect stan- dard."; Dec. 20 6 p.m. Annual church Christmas banquet: Dec. 24 11 am. -Annual church Christmas program, directed by Mary Faith Barton, 7 p.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight carol service; Dec. 27 7 p.m. Hope service 2007; Dec. 31 11 a.m. Message: "Purpose in thy heart," 7-12 p.m. Watch night serv- ice. The public is cordially invited to attend these services. Friday Night Lights CLEWISTON Evangel Church Assembly of God Outreach Center is open from 7 until 10 p.m. every Friday to all 7-12 grade stu- dents in our community. Activities available include basketball; three Play Station 2 units, music, and games. Snack bar with great prizes is open each night. Servicio en Espanol CLEWISTON -First Methodist Church of Clewiston is starting a Hispanic Worship Service Sunday e% e\nings at 7 p.m. Son tuds bien- venidos. Everyone is welcome! Call Rev. Perez at (863) 677-3190 with questions. CREW needs volunteers The Community Rebuilding Ecumenical \\Workforce (CREW) of Hendry and Glades Counties is seeking volunteers to assist resi- dents with repairs and continued clean up efforts in the aftermath of HurricaneWilma. Carpenters, Electricians, Plumbers, drywall installers and. other trade skills are needed, as. well as, anyone willing to lend a hand! For more information, come by our office at 121 Central Ave. rear entrance or email CREWhead- quarters@aol.com or phone (863) 983-2390. Wh\ do we have to wait till Christmas to be nice to one another? Are we just too busy to help cach other out at other times of the year, or is it just not in our vision? When we are too bus\ we don't sec Ithe needs. We are walking in that fog that we call our live O. Our attention is focused only on what we see within that immediate vicinity This is when we arc. having to race to put out fires that are tak- ing over our homes and our schedules. No wonder \we can't see the needs of others; those raging infernos are about to devour e erything around you. Several years ago I was just like you! My % hole da\ consisted of going ftom one fire to the next and sometimes lumping right out the trying pan into the fire. Ili is so hard to get out of thiF chaotic mess. We don't know hrio to put out all the fires at once. This is %-hat we think we have to do. But it is not what works. We have been surviving onf a steady flow of adrenalin pump- ing through our bodies. This adrenalin has been our drug of choice. \Ve don't kno,\ how to function unless x\\e ale racing to put out yet another fire. If some- how \\e did manage to extin- guish all the fires at once we would not know what do to with ourselves. This is wvny I preach taking BabySteps! BabySteps work' One little habit %:ill help you to eliminate a potential fire starter. As you build your simple little habits into a routine; you are going to be so surprised that your stress level has decreased and you don't seem to be in that tizzy all the time anymore. It doesn't happen all at once. Our bodies would rebel if we quit, our adrenalin junkie habit cold turkey. Establishing one habit at a time slowly decreases our dependency on that drug of choice. I never dreamed that I could function without being stressed out. I took great pride in working better under pressure. Boy was I wrong! As I look back now, I can see that most of what I did was thrown together and not done with any planning. You could say I was flying by the seat of my pants. I don't have to live this way any longer. My routines keep me sane. I am not walking in a fog and I can see clearly what needs to be done. I can also see someone else's needs It is such a joy to be able to Play It Forward at a moment's notice. It brings a smile to my face and puts a song of love in my heart for my fellow man. s At this time of year being nice is brought to our attention. We watch the holiday movies on tel- evision and hear about random acts of kindness. Last week in Indiana at a Starbucks drive thru window, 140 people paid for the person behind them in line. This went on for three hours. Jusl yesterday my friend, Eric Dodge told me about a song he was working on as a gift, for the troops. His lead guitarist, Jim Sevy wrote a song to lift the spir- its of our troops and their fami- lies. Eric recorded it and put it as a free download on his website, wwwv.EricDodge.com. The song is called "I Pledge". All they wanted to do was brighten the day ofp oe soldier Today Eric got an email from a soldier thanking him for the song. It made his day. What have you done toda. to brighten someone's day? How have you used your talents to bless the world? If you say, "I don't have time!" Then look at the fires that you are constantly fighting. These fires are keeping you locked in chaos. Simple rou- tines will open up your schedule for the good things of life! For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her Web site and join her free mentoring group at www.FlyLady.net or her book, "Sink Reflections," published by Bantam and her ne%\ book, Body Clutter. Copy- right 2006; Marla Cilley; Used by permission in this publication. Obituaries Owen "Dean" Mohney Owen "Dean" Mohney, 61, of Blue Cypress RV Park, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, Dec. 18, 2006 following a lengthy illness at Good Samaritan Hospital in West Palm Beach. He was born July 16, 1945, in Kellersburg, Pa. He was a mem- ber of First United Methodist Church of Pahokee. He was a very active volunteer fireman for Rimersburg Hose Company in Rimersburg, Pa. and served as Fire Chief for five years. He moved to Pahokee in 1979 where he worked for U.S. Sugar until he retired in 1998 after 19 years of service. He was an avid fisherman and hunter and loved four wheel- ing with his grandchildren, who were his reason for living. He is preceded in death by his father, Donald H. Mohney; his mother, Hulda P. Mohney; his brother, Donald V Mohney and his sister, Mary L. Adams. He is survived by his two loving children, David P. (Maleeria) Mohney of Okeechobee and Amy L. (Dwayne) Kelly of St. Mary's, Ga.; six "punkinhead" grandchil- Sdren, Holly R. Mohney of San Antonio, Texas, David 0., Amber D., Ashli J., Alyssa L. Mohney of Okeechobee, and Dylan A. Kelly of St. Mary's, Ga. He is also survived by his broth- er, Gary S. (Sue) Mohney of Tem- pleton, Pa.; a sister-in-law, Sue Mohney of Hawthorne, Pa. and five nephews and four nieces. Visitation was held on Thurs- day, Dec. 21, with services held on Friday, Dec. 22, at First United Methodist Church located at 491 E. Main Street, Pahokee. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Florida United Methodist Children's Home at 51 Main Street, Enterprise, FL 32725. All arrangements were under the direction of Glades Funeral Chapel of Belle Glade. items. Both platoons received an assortment of holiday cheer including homemade cookies, eggnog and movies. The Okeechobee Service Cen- ter started shipping prior to Thanksgiving and will continue into January. Although the list of the recipients is small compared to the number of troops away from home for the holidays, the heart-felt generosity of this com- munity has been an amazing show of appreciation to our sol- diers and the work they do. If these selected platoons are re-deployed, the Army Chaplain distributes all the items accord- ingly. The platoon in Iraq is scheduled to return to their home base in August of 2007 and the Afghanistan platoon is scheduled to return in July of 2007. For a list of items and how you can donate, please go to: wwwv.troopcarepackage.com. I Save money on your favorite grocery items. Go to newszap.com to download and print coupons online! I neWSzap.COm Community Links. Individual Voices L -- ------------- ------- ------- --- Granite or Bronze / Flat or Upright "' FOREVERGLADES " 1500 AIRPORT ROAD BELLE GLADE, FL Best Prices / Best Service " S Payment Plans / 25 Years Experience State Licensed Memorial Tribute .Remember a loved one 'r who has departed with a special l Memorial Tribute in this newspaper. : -:a ,L. Your tribute can be published following the memorial services, or to commemorate an anniversary ofyour loved one's birth or passing. You can add a photograph of your loaed one, lines from a poem or scripture, and special art or borders -- and we'll make sure it all comes together attractively and tastefully Visit www2.newszap.com/memorals for sample ads and an online order form, or call 1-866-379-6397 toll free. 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Rogers, M.D. Tim lonnides, M.D. IMohs Surgery Diseases of Skin, Hair & Nails See A Board Certified Dermatologist Everytime *edcre umn6 adEmlyesMuul cepe- Serving the communities south of Lake Okeechobee Thursday, Decemb6r 28, 2006 qda" 57" go. Thursday, December 28, 2006 Serving the communities south of Lake Okeechobee Caloosahatchee needs fresh lake water WEST PALM BEACH The South Florida Water Management District SFWMD) will request that the Army Corps of Engineers (COE) make an environmental release of freshwater from Lake Okeechobee to the Caloosahatchee River and Estuary amid concerns over saltwa- ter intrusion and the health of the Upper Caloosahatchee Estuary. The proposed low-volume releases are scheduled to take place over the next 30 days. This influx of additional freshwater is expected to help reduce salinity levels and pro- tect tape grass in the upper estuary. Current salinity levels at the Ft. Myers Yacht Basin have exceeded the monthly average target of 10 parts per thousand (ppt) estab- lished by minimum flows and lev- els guidelines, which were devel- oped to protect tape grass upstream of Fort Myers A minimum flow and level for the Caloosahatchee River was adopted by the SFWMD in 2001 identifying the point at which signif- icant harm to the estuary ecosys- tem would occur due to increased salinities. A recovery strategy to achieve the minimum flow and level identifies the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP) projects, such as the C-43 reservoir, as the future primary source of freshwater for the estu- ary. It is recognized, however, that prior to implementation of these CERP projects the minimum flow and level would be violated on a periodic basis during dry periods. In the short term, the SFWMD will on a monthly basis consider the need for providing freshwater from Lake Okeechobee while balancing the needs of all of the various water users and natural systems that depend on the lake for water. Tape grass is submerged aquat- ic vegetation that provides food and habitat for numerous organisms including finfish, crabs and shell- fish. Acting in the same capacity as downstream seagrass in its func- tion and importance, tape grass also can provide numerous water quality' and water clarity benefits because it absorbs nutrients and reduces suspended solids in the water, particularly near shore. Water managers routinely monitor tape grass because it is a key indica- tor of water quality and the overall health of the upper estuary. "The South Florida Water Man- agement District is sensitive to water supply issues as well as to the biological requirements of the local plant life, and .we believe these, releases are the best option to pro-. tect the tape grass upstream, where we find the most coverage," said Alice J. Carlson, member of the SFWMD governing board. "When water is available, the District makes releases from Lake Okee- chobee to meet the demands of the environment. Given the current water shortage in the Lake Okee- chobee Service Area, this is no easy decision; however, we believe the proposed plan appropriately bal- ances both our water supply needs and the needs of the estuary." The SFWMD will conduct enhanced sampling and monitor- ing along the Caloosahatchee River and Estuary to track salinity and water quality improvements associ- ated with these releases over the next month. The release schedule would be modified according to new data as it is received. The Lake releases. would be reduced or ceased if basin rainfall runoff occurs and exceeds recommended lake releas- es. At the end of the 30 days. District water managers and the District governing board will evaluate the monitoring information and the prevailing water availability condi- tions to determine the need for any further action. As of December 11, 2006, the 30 day moving average salinity along the Caloosahatchee River at the Fort Myers Yacht Basin was 15 ppt. Tape grass stops growing and begins to define when salinity persists above 10 ppt. No significant discharge from the Franklin Lock and Dam (S-79) structure has taken place since Oct 4, 2006, and the current release plan accounts for anticipated rain events that may influence salinity levels and water quality over the next 30 days. The proposed releas- es from the Lake would be in such low volumes that water managers project no significant water quality change at the mouth of the Caloosahatchee Estuar, (Shell Point), rather only within the mid to upper estuary. Ho% ever, the District can not predict water quality changes due to increased S-79 inflows related to possible rainfall runoff during the next month. An additional benefit anticipated from these releases is lower chlo- ride levels near intakes for the Lee County Water Treatment Plant, located just upstream of the S-79 structure. Water managers antici- pate the releases will reduce chlo- rides or at minimum keep them, from climbing to an undesirable' range. FPL selects corridor for power lines JUNO BEACH Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) announced it has chosen a pre- ferred corridor for new trans- mission lines to carry electricity generated by the proposed FPL Glades Power Park (FGPP), an advanced technology coal power plant. FGPP is needed to meet the growing demand for electricity by FPL customers throughout Florida. "Consideration of local interests was an integral part of the evaluation process. After careful evaluation that included community input, we have selected a path that appropri- ately balances land use, envi- ronmental, engineering and economic concerns," said Grover Whidden, area external affairs manager for FPL. FPL will build the transmis- sion lines to connect the FGPP to the proposed Hendry Sub- station in northern Hendry County, and from there to the electrical grid in southern Hendry County. The preferred corridor generally takes the fol- lowing path from the site of the FPL Glades Power Park (approximately 5 miles north- west of Moore Haven): Exits the FGPP site just west of center along the south- ern boundary Due south at a width of 0.5 mile for approximately two and a half miles to US Highway 27; West at a width of 0.25 mile along US Highway 27 for less than a mile to SR 78; Southwest along SR 78 at a width of 0.25 mile for approx- imately two miles south ol US Highway 27; South at a general width of 0.5 mile along existing canals, property lines, and an existing power line for approxi- mately two miles and expand- ing to 4,500 feet wide when crossing and on the south side of the Caloosahatchee River; East at a width of 4,000 feet paralleling SR 80 and southeast at a width of 0.5 mile south of Lake Hicpochee for approximately six miles to a point two miles west of US Highway 27- : ,' South at a width of 0.5 mile along property lines for approximately five miles expand- ing to a width of one mile just north of the existing FPL 230 kilo- volt (kV) and 138 kV right-of-way (ROW); East for approximately three miles at a width of 5,000 feet straddling this existing FPL ROW and reducing to 1,500 feet wide for six and a half miles to include the FPL ROW and land to the north (at some point along this segment the Hendry Substation will be located); South at a width of one mile along a cross country alignment centered on section lines; South at width of 0.5 mile along the east side of CR 835 for approximately ten miles: South at a width of one mile wide centered on CR 835 for approximately two miles; South at a width of 0.5 mile along the east side of CR835 con- tinuing straight onto the existing FPL 500 kV line ROW A color version of this map is available on our web site at www.FPL.com'gladespower. In determining the preferred corridor for the 500 kV transmis- sion lines, FPL studied objective data collected during several months and from meetings with local government and state agen- cies, as well as community-pro- vided information that included: Responses to phone surveys of approximately 600 residents in Glades and Hendry counties. Open house events, in Moore Haven, Clewiston, and LaBelle, attended by more than 200 community members where comment cards %were collected from attendees. e E-mail and telephone com- munications Meetings with property own- ers Feedback from community presentations As a result, the preferred corri- dor was chosen because: It is collocated, in part, with existing transmission lines. e It has relatively few homes adjacent to the new lines. It avoids schools and school sites. It crosses the Caloosahatch- ee RiKer at an existing electric util- The preferred corridor for the new transmission lines general- ly takes the following path from the site of the FPL Glades Power Park (approximately 5 miles northwest of Moore Haven) ity crossing. It avoids large area of envi- ronmentally sensitive lands. The line can be built along this route for a reasonable cost. As part of the application for the FPL Glades Power Park, FPL has applied to the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) through the Power Plant Siting Act for certification of a corridor of variable width generally following the path identified. The corridor will be wider than the final ROW to provide for flexibility for FPL to work with the property owners along the route. Before it can be built the line must be approved by Florida's Governor and Cabinet as part of the overall FPL Glades Power Park project. The plant will be an advanced technology coal power plant with a capacity to generate 1,960 megawatts of elec- tricity. That's enough power to serve 650,000 Florida homes. Those interested in following the project or contacting FPL can do so by: Visiting www.FPL.conm'gladespower Calling 1-888-256-2206 Sending an e-mail to FPL_Gladespowerpark(@i'FPL.com STANtOiIN MOBILE HOMES Quality Homes at Discounted Prices! Homes From the Low $50's. Turn Key Packages Available. Family Owned Since 1981. -s JACOBSEN FJ~LE.TO7Dfl HOMES ScotBilt jw o r Clewiston 1312W.SugrlandHwy 863-983-8106 , LaBelle 231rW WfofdeeAA* 863-675-6622- Punta Gorda 5041 Duncan Rd 941.505-0041 Public meeting set for new Herbert Hoover dike plan JACKSONVILLE, Fla. The U.S:. Army Corps of Engineers (COE), Jacksonville District, has opened a public comment period concerning major rehabilitation of, the Herbert Hoover Dike (HHD), specifically the modified design of Reaches 2 and 3 including toe ditch repair work within these reaches. A Notice of Intent to prepare a Supplement Environmental Impact Statement (SEIS i for Reaches 2 and 3 to the 1999 Draft Environmental impact Statement was published in the Federal Register Aug. 9, 2006. The COE received public com- ments Aug. 10 through Sept. 9, 2006. A new 45-day comment peri- od ends Feb. 5,2007. The purpose of the document is to assess the environmental impacts for the toe ditch fills and the new design for the rehabilitation of Reach 2' and 3. This has potential impact for residents in Hendry, Glades and Palm Beach counties. To review the document, go to http://planning.saj.usace.army.m il/envdocs/envdocsb.htm. To submit comments, mail to: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Attn: Nancy Allen, Planning Division, 701 San Marco Blvd., Jack- sonville, Florida 32207 or submit by e-mail to: HHDEISCom- ments(',usace.army.mil. The COE will host an open house and public meeting at the John Boy Auditorium in Clewiston Wednesday, Jan. 10, at 6:30 p.m. The meeting portion begins at 7 p.m. The Auditorium is located at 1200 WC Owen Avenue. The COE will present information on the proposed dike rehabilitation and the draft SEIS. The Jacksonville .District announced a new design approach for the dike rehabilitation in Octo- ber. The COE is currently w working to expedite the redesign and resume construction on the first of eight reaches in the rehabilitation project. Construction initially started in December 2005, but was placed on temporary hold until new design elements could be incorporated. 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Groups oppose huge coal plant near Everglades TALLAHASSEE Florida Power & Light (FPL) filed their permit application with the Flori- da Department of Environmental * Protection's Siting Coordination Office today seeking approval for construction of a huge coal-fired power plant near Lake Okee- chobee and the Everglades. In response, clean energy and envi- ronmental advocates joined forces to send a clear message to -FPL and Florida decision makers that the proposal will be met with stiff opposition. "It makes absolutely no sense for FPL to put a huge coal burn- ing plant on the border of the Everglades while the state spends billions of dollars to pro- tect this national treasure," Dr. Stephen Smith, executive direc- tor of the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy, said. "This coal burning plant will be a major source of mercury, a heavy metal toxin, as well as global warming pollution, causing seri- ous problems for the Ever- glades." Today, FPL filed the paper- work that will begin the approval process for a 1,960 mega-watt coal-powvered facility to be locat- ed five miles north of Moore Haven, in Glades County. "This is the wrong power plant, in the wrong place, at the wrong time. To build a coal-fired power plant that will spew toxic mercury, smog, soot and global warming pollutants on the edge of the Everglades and the world's largest ecosystem restoration project without first looking to meet Florida's energy needs with energy efficiency programs, is a dirty and danger- ous proposition, and should be rejected by the Governor and Cabinet," Holly Binris, field director with Environment Flori- da, said. In November 2005 local homeowners in St. Lucie County teamed up with clean energy advocates to hand FPL an. unprecedented five to zero defeat before the St. Lucie Coun- ty Commission on their proposal to build a similar power plant in that county. The expected increase in mercury and global warming pollution, FPL's failure to consider cleaner alternatives like energy efficiency and coal gasification, along with a rejec- tion of the heavy-handed tactics used by FPL to pressure local cit- izens were all given as reasons for the unanimous vote. FPL has now moved the pro- posal inland to Glades County, which has a population of approximately 11,000 and increased the size of the facility but is still unwilling to consider cleaner technologies. According to the U.S. Envi- ronmental Protection Agency, "The Everglades and other south Florida ecosystems already are stressed by the pressures of human development. Global warming will add additional .stresses, such as higher water levels, increased salinity, and warmer water temperatures." The proposed FPL facility will be one of the United States' largest new sources of carbon dioxide, sending over 13 million tons of carbon dioxide (C021 into the air annually. "Knowing all we know about the impacts of CO02 emissions, building a coal plant without regard for carbon capture is a giant step in the wrong direc- tion," Susan Glickman, Natural Resources Defense Council's Florida consultant, said. "The cit- izens of Florida deserve a better option than dirty coal and global warming." Signaling what appears to be a bias toward coal generation, FPL sought and received an exemption from the Florida Pub- lic Service Commission (PSC) for the requirement to seek alter- native plans on how to meet the energy demand through an open request for proposals (RFPs) process. FPL must file a "need determination" before May 1, 2007 or the PSC could revoke the wavier to the RFP requirement. . Advocates continue to raise the issue that FPL supports regressive policies made by the PSC that if removed would allow stronger conservation and effi- ciency measures to be imple- mented, thereby decreasing the demand for more electrical gen- eration. For example the "RIM Test" screens out valuable ener- gy efficiency programs if they lessen profits for FPL. "Fishing and hunting are part of life for tolks in Glades County and across the region. Impacts from: mercury and climate change on game and fish are well documented and will only be exacerbated by this power plant," Ann Vanek-Dasovitch of the Florida Wildlife Federation board of directors said. "What's worse is that local folks don't get the electricity although they will have to deal with the direct impacts to their health, loss of their way of life and close con- nection to the land." Advocates. plan to ask the incoming governor to review the state policy on building coal plants and to seek ways to increase energy efficiency and cleaner alternatives. SGhdle mun INfOcrt Our Purpose... The Glades County Democrat is published by Independent Newspapers of Florida. 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IceS riyil, Pr,.-.rd,r Ed Dii'. V'ice Proirdem .)f Fk-rid,. peratior-i Trm Byrd EhuleE-IxKouaE4Er. Florida Press Associations Guest Commentary 'Setting the record straight' on the power plant By Tracy Whirls Executive Director Glades County Economic Development Council Much has been made of the manner in which the FPL Glades Power Park site approval announcement was made, with various environmentalists decrying the lack of publicity surrounding the Sept. 12, Glades County Board of County Commissioners meeting when the site submission was announced and the BOCC passed a resolution in support of the project. As someone who assisted FPL consultants in gathering input on the project, I can say that dozens of City, county and school officials as well as many community and busi- ness leaders were briefed before the project was announced to determine the level of local sup- port. The vast majority of those briefed expressed overwhelming support for the project then and continue to believe now, that the proposed FPL Glades Power Park is the best thing that's happened in the county's history. So all of the righteous indigna-- tion expressed by a handful of envi- ronmentalists decrying the lack of public input as they try to stir up opposition to the project strikes us as self-aggrandizing. As someone who attended the Sept. 12, BOCC meeting when the Commission approved their resolu- tion in support of the project, I can tell you that the majority of folks in that room knew about the announcement before hand, although the applause that broke out when the resolution was approved was spontaneous. I can also tell you that in exit polling of people who attended the Open Houses concerning the proj- ect in Moore Haven, Clewiston and LaBelle, roughly 80 percent of those attending support the proj- ect; perhaps 15 percent had con- cerns, and those who were con- cerned were concerned about the proposed site of transmission lines needed to transport power from the site to the statewide grid, not about the plant itself. Given the degree of support for the project, most Glades County residents had adopted the attitude that the project was fait accompli. This silent majority has believed that they could comfortably sit back as long as Glades County offi- cials remain firm in their support of the project, as long as FPL remains committed to the proposed site, as long as various state officials reviewing the project continue to push for "dean coal" technology as a means of diversifying Florida's pow er supply and as long as those agencies reviewing the project rec- ognize that the project's advanced technology (which exceeds state and EPA standards for controlling emissions) is a giant step forward. In the race to provide power to the second fastest growing state in the nation, the silent majority waits for the process to be completed, confi- dent that ground breaking on the Glades Power Park would begin on schedule in 2008. And so they've watched the hand wringing in a bemused sort of wvay, as the folks who've stepped out to protest the project turn out to be the very people least informed about it. / And then we began to notice a trend. The only people getting much ink are the opponents to the project. And so it becomes time to set the record straight. I would venture to say that less than five percent of the population of Glades and Hendry Cbunty opposes the project, despite efforts by the Sierra Club and others to drum up local opposition. ILalso think that opposition to the plant will decrease as more folks learn the facts about the project, which conservatively is expected to gener- ate 30 percent less emissions than EPA standards and is in no way comparable to the outmoded coal- fired plants portrayed in the propa- ganda piece Kilowvatt Ours oppo- nents ,are using to stir up opposition. Now that the transmission line route has been announced and the site permit application has been submitted to the Department of Environmental Protection, I hope that those who genuinely are con- cerned about the project will take the time to learn the facts. Letters to the Editor Power park 'spin' questioned The FPL Glades Power Park res- olution was added to the agenda of the Glades County Board of County Commissioners of 9 12 06 at the lime of the meeting and introduced as follows according to the min- utes of that meeting: "Chairman Jones reported that Mr. Taylor or' Mr. Hilton was going to make a siz- able announcement at this time " Nobody but those present for other reasons were able to com- ment. I assume there was a good reason for rushing it that Tuesday morning, perhaps they just got the news? But %wait, also from the min- utes: "Chairman Jones commend- ed Mr. Hilton and Mr. Taylor for keeping the Board apprised of this for the last several months." Oh, and, "Commissioner Giesler stated that it has been hard to keep their mouths shut the past eight months but after today he is going out and start hollering. He stated he appreciates everything Mr. Hilton and Mr. Taylor did. Com- missioner Giesler told Florida Power & Light that he ,%'as sure they would get whatever they needed from Glades County." Doesn't the area around Lake 0) (already an ecotourism destina- tion, part of the headwaters of the Everglades, midway between the Brighton and Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservations, and populat- ed with impoverished, disenfran- chised people whose children already spend much of the sugar burning season in the asthma clin- ics) deserve the chance to learn the true story and make decisions accordingly? Attending FPL sales pitches is not enough; the spin has been developed by Wragg & Casas, an expensive Public Relations firm, and is full of blurry graphs that even Grover W\\hidden was unable to clarify for me at the Cle%%iston Chamber meeting. The Commissioners insist that we skeptics wait until the permit applications are in before we make any judgments about the potential harm, yet they seemed able to make a decision with large region- al impacts without it. How smart Butch Jones, Paul Beck, Russell Echols, Alvin Ward and Bob Geisler must be! This week I spoke at the Glades Commission meeting during which Butch Jones tried to bury the St. Lucie letter in agenda," then "forgot skipped over the pub item on the agenda and one of the coi helped him get back o I don't know aboul but I really need to pro ily some holiday spirit lion with the Commis disregard for their con my unwillingness to let them further ins dren's future is cutting that. On a positive not low\ -energy LED lights add some sparkle ti without creating a s power grid that might need for a new coal plant. Problems with the "consent their pet uipers, pythons, and alliga- " that he had tors. Just last week, an Ohio man Alic comment made the news when he was . The public strangled to death by his 14-foot- mmissioners long boa constrictor. n track. These animals are often bought l anyoneyou, on a whim and are as quickly dis- )videmyfam- posed of when their specialized . My indigna- needs become burdensome. sion's blatant Snakes, iguanas and other animals stituents, and who have become "inconvenient" sit back and are tossed out like trash; many lan- ult our chil- guish in fear, hunger and thirst g heavily into before dying or being killed. Others wreak havoc on local ecosystems: le, I did buy Officials say that Burmese pythons, s yesterday to released in Florida's Everglades by o my house owners who no longer wanted train on the them, are putting native animals at hit trigger the risk. -fired power Please, for your sake and theirs. don't succumb to the temptation RhondaRoff of purchasing exotic animals. Our Clewiston nation's animal shelters are filled to the brim vith millions of dogs and cats who are dying for a good home. xot itc aullIsU After reading the headlines, it's surprising that anyone continues to buy, sell, or keep exotic and dan- gerous animals as "pets." People all over the country have been seri- ously injured-some fatally-by Jennifer O'Connor Captive Exotic Animal Campaign Writer People for the Elhical Treatment of Animals 501 Front St Norfolk. VA 23510 Hendry Glades Audubon Society sets calendar STA5 Birding ingfesoival.conm rHendry-Glades Audubon Meet- Tours --2007 ings for Guests, Students, and Jan. 13, Jan. 27 (Highlands Members: Audubon), Feb. 3 (Lake Region 7 p.m. second Monday of the Audubon and John J. Lopinot's month from September thru May Photography Class), Feb. 17 (SW LaBelle: (Dallas Townsend FL Audubon arid' Peace River Building) December, February, Auduboni, March 10, Apr. 14, Apr. March and May I LaBellei LaBelle 28, May 12 City Hall Commission Chambers Sl January or Clewiston (Army CORP Big 0 Birding of Engineers,Cle\\iston Headquar- Festival ters) , Festival tersDirections: Dallas Townsend March 31:STA5 Birding and Bus Building 1085 Pratt Blvd., LaBelle, Tour 2:00-5:00 p.m. Florida . To register for the March31 tour December 11 (LaBelle: Dallas contact the Big 0 Birding Festival Townsend) Speaker: Nancy Dale, registrar at http://www.bigobird- Ph.D, "Where the Swallow-Tailed Community News Want a job in Construction? Take advantage of a job train- ing opportunity provided by the Education Center of Southwest Florida, Inc. (ECSWF) for con- struction trades ranging from carpentry and plastic pipe to blueprints and masonry. Classes begin in October.and space is limited. Flyers and applications are available at the Glades Coun- ty Economic Development Council (EDC) Office in the Doyle Conner Building in Moore Haven or the ECSWF office in LaBelle. Applications can be faxed to the EDC at (863) 946- 0777 or directly to the Education Center at (863)-675-6800. For more information, contact Sonny Hughes, (863) 675-6800. Florida Native Plant Society meetings The Florida Native Plant Soci- ety meeting will be held on the first Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Agri-Civic Center at 4509 George Boulevard in Sebring in conference room number three. For more infor- mation, call Roy Stewart at: (863) 632-0914. Local Weather Forecast Weather forecast for Glades County from the National Weather Service Lakeport and surrounding area Thursday: Partly cloudy, with a high near 76. North winds will be at 5 mph becoming east. Thursday night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 59. East winds will be around 5 mph. Extended Forecast Friday: Partly cloudy, with a high near 80. A 20 percent chance of showers is possible with east winds between 9 and 11 mph. Friday night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 64. East winds will be between 8 and 10 mph. Saturday: Partly cloudy, with a high near 81. South winds will be around 11 mph with a 30 percent chance of showers and thun- derstorms. Saturday night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63 and a 30 per- cent chance of showers. Sunday* Mostly cloudy, with a high near 76. A 30 percent chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms is possible. Sunday night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 58 and a slight chance of showers. Monday New Year's Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 72. Kite Soars" History of Glades Coun- ty . January 8 ILaBelle: LaBelle City Commission Chambers): Reed Bowman, Ph.D. Archbold Biologi- cal Station "The Ecology and Con- servation of Scrub and the Florida Scrub-Jay" Feburary 12 (LaBelle:Dallas Townsend) Taldi VWalter, Alaska Field Coordinator National Audubon Society "Birds and Vistas of Wild Alaska" March 12 (LaBelle:Dallas Townsend) Mark Renz "Florida Through Native Eyes"', April 9 (Clewiston) Meet at US Army Corps of Engineers Clewis- ton Office Speaker: Bob Mqnta- naro "Ospreys of Pelican Island National Preserve Directions: 525 Ridgelawn Road Clewiston, Florida It you are travel- ing East on HWY 27... Travel all the way through Clewiston, if you hit Sonny's BBQ you've gone to far... Traveling East you will see Kelly Tractor on the northside of the HWY Shortly after Kellv Tractor you will cross a bridge over the Industri- al Canal Take your next left which will be between Jolly Roger Marina and Ridgelawn Cemetery After the Marina property take a left through the chain link gate and the meeting room will be directly in front ol you. May 14 (LaBelle: Dallas Townsend) Dr Jerry Jackson HENDRY GLADES AUDUBON SOCIETY 380 Riverview Drive, LaBelle, FL 33935 phone: 863-674-0695n (FGCU) "Ivory-billed Woodpecker: Florida connections to the "HENDRY GLADES AUDUBON SOCIETY, 380 Riverview Drive, LaBelle, FL 33935, phone: 863-674- 0695 Lord God Bird." Contact the Hendry Glades Audubon Society at http://www.orgsites.com/fl/hgaud ubon Glades County Democrat Published by Independent Newspaper, Inc. Serving Glades County Since 1923 To Reach Us Address: RO. 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He is being held without bond. e Janicka C. Thomas, 27, of Northwest 15th Street, Belle Glade, was arrested on Dec. 18, by PBSO on a warrant charging him with aggravated battery using .a deadly weapon; aggra- vated stalking ,- following, harassing, cyberstalking after injunction. He was released into a supervised release program. Onel Joseph, 40, of South- west C Place Avenue, Belle Glade, was arrested on Dec. 19, by PBSO and charged with rob- bery with a weapon. He was released on a surety bond and supervised release. Michael Eugene Slaughter, 31, of Southwest Third Street, Belle Glade, was arrested on Dec. 19, by PBSO on a warrant charging him with selling cocaine within 1,000 ft of a place of worship or business, possession of cocaine with intent to sell. Latoya N. Federick, 21, of Southwest Avenue E, Belle Glade, was arrested on Dec 19, Crime Stoppers The Palm Beach County Sher- seeking assis- lance from the public in locat- ing the follo~w- ing %% anted 1uoi- . tive. Albert Lee Polk. age 19, isa black male With black hair and Albert Lee brown eves. He Polk is 5 feet I1 inch- es and weighs approximately 1 -45 pounds. He has a scar on his left arm. He has preliousiy worked in security and his last knoTwn address is Levee Road in South Ba\. He is wanted on violation of pro- bation possession of cocaine:.' Anyone with informationon the whereabouts of this "wanted fugi- tive" is asked to call the Crime Stop- pers at 1-(800)-458-TIPS (8477) or online at: www.crimestoppersp- bc.comrn by PBSO and charged with counterfeiting of public record; fraud swindle obtain proper- ty under $20,000, larceny theft is $300 or more but less than $5,000. She was released into a supervised release program. Erskine M. Sargeant, 62, of Southwest Second Street, Belle Glade, was arrested on Dec. 20, by PBSO and charged with traf- fic offense; DUI alcohol or drugs - first offense; felony driving under the influence (enhanced) fourth or subsequent offense; driving while license perma- nently revoked. He was released on his own recognizance. Walter Machado, 57, of South Main Street, Belle Glade, was arrested on Dec. 20, by Department of transportation and charged w ith fraud pos- session and displaN of blank, forged or stolen driver's license or ID and operating a motor vehicle Without a valid driver's license No bond %as set. Patricia Ann Slappy, 19, of Southwest A\enue F, Belle Glade, was arrested on Dec. 20, by PBSO on a % arrant charging her with selling cocaine % within 1,000 teet of a place of worshipp or business. No bond was set. o* Markevious Chandler, 16, of Belle Glade, \vas arrested on Dec. 20, by PBSO on a warrant charging him wiih aimed rob- bery of a structure or con- veyance; smash and grab grand theft and grand theft of a vehi- cle. No bond was set. Froncir A. Moise, 23, of Glades Glenn Drive, Belle Glade, w\as arrested on Dec. 20, by PBSO on a warrant charging him with violation of probation burglary of a structure or con- veyance No bond \vas set. Tara Ann Gordon, South- east Fourth Street, Belle Glade, was arrested by PBSO on awar- I am in need of Hendry and Glades County auto tags with the prefix of 49 and 60 before 1958. -FOR MUSEUM COLLECTION- Also in need of Florida County porcelain or metal auto tags dated 1911-17, paying $500 $1000 each depending on condition. Also Florida tags dated 1918-1943 Jeff Francis 727-345-6627 _4 ,_,_ email: gobucsl3@aol.com www.floridalicenseplates.com RO. Box 41381 St. Petersburg, FL 33743 rant charging her with selling cocaine within 1,000 feet of a place of worship or business. No bond was set. Willie J. Hamilton, 22, of Northwest 11th Street, Belle Glade, was arrested on Dec. 21, by PBSO on a warrant charging. him with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. He is being held without bond. Anthony Burden, 26, of Southwest Avenue E, Belle Glade, was arrested on Dec. 22, by PBSO on a warrant charging him with burglary with assault or battery; aggravated battery using a deadly weapon and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon without intent to kill He is being held on no bond. Caeser Lloyd Sims, 58, of Southwest Avenue C Place. Belle Glade, was arrested on Dec. 23, by PBSO and charged with domestic battery. He was released into a supervised release program. James Kenneth Simms, 29, of Southwest Avenue D, Belle Glade, was arrested on Dec 23, by PBSO and charged with aggravated battery using a dead- ly \\eapon.No bond \ as set Tekisha F. Gary, 27, of Southwest Avenue E, Belle Glade, was arrested on Dec. 23, by PBSO on a warrant charging her w ith aggravated assault with a deadly weapon without intent to kill and battery. She was later released on a surety bond. SAlonsoL. Hernandez, 31, of Duda Road, Belle Glade, was arrested on Dec. 25, by PBSO and charged \with domestic bat- tery. No bond wvas set. Ramiro Castillo, 29, of Isla Avenue, Belle Glade, was arrest- ed on Dec. 26, by PBSO on a warrant charging him with fail- ure to appear for felony offense; failure to appear toi arraign- ment- possession of cocaine. Pahokee 2 *Jeremy Emmanuel Jackson, 24, of Cypress Avenue, Pahokee, was arrested on Dec. 19, by PBSO and charged with posses- sion of marijuana over 20 grams and producing or manufactur- ing marijuana within 1,000 feet of a place of worship or busi- ness. No bond was set. Tamiesha J. Little, 31, of Homeplace, Pahokee, was arrested on Dec. 23, by PBSO on a warrant charging her with aggravated battery using a dead- Iv weapon and domestic battery causing bodily harm. She was released into a supervised release program. South Bay Diaka D. Daniels, 32, of Southwest Sixth Avenue, South Bay, was arrested on Dec. 19, by PBSO and charged with forgery of or altering public records - fraud swindle to obtain prop- erty under $20,000: larceny theft of more than $300 less than $5,000. e Johnny Lee Laster. 26, of Seventh Avenue, South Bay, was arrested on Dec. 20, by West Palm Beach Police Department and charged with possession of cocaine and possession of mari- juana not more than 20 grams. No bond was set. Jennifer G. Watkins, 22, of Southwest Ninth Avenue, South Bay, was arrested on Dec. 21, by PBSO and charged with burgla- ry of a dwelling unarmed and larceny theft. No bond was set. James Watts, 35, of South- west 12th Avenue, South Bay, was arrested on Dec. 23, by PBSO and charged with burgla- r\ of an occupied dwelling - unarmed. No bond was set. Patriotic poster This patriotic poster is dedicated to Ms. Chilous' nephew, Staff Sgt. Atkinson Walker who is in Iraq. He is with the 260th CSP of the U.S. Army. Her great nephew, petty offi- cer Samuel A. Thomas, is in the Middle East supporting Taylor Operations. He is in the U.S. Navy. Police search for storage robbery suspects CLEWISTON On Dec. 15, officers with the Clewiston Police Department responded to the 600 Block of East Alveredez U-Lock it storage reference armed robbery at approximately 10:18 p:n. According to the victims, two males surprised them coming from an adjacent alleyway with guns drawn. The victims stated that they demanded money and jewelry. The suspects were able to obtain some personnel items from the victims and left from the alley way towards Obsipo Avenue. A thin black male approxi- mately 6 feet tall with short dreads, wearing a red shirt and a thin black male approximately 5 feet 3 inches to 5 feet 4 inches wearing a light colored sweat- shirt with a hood attached to it were described by victims. Suspects were possibly seen leaving the area in a smaller two- door vehicle, unknown make or model. One subject may have been seen in the area a week prior to the robbery. Anyone with information is asked to please contact the Clewiston Police Department or Det. Van D'Huynslager at (863) 983-1474. S.R. 15/U.S.441 in Pahokee opened to motorists PALM BEACH The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) announced that S.R. 15/US 441, just north of Hooker Highway to State Market Road was reopened to motorists at noon on Friday, Dec. 22. 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PLEASE FEE DEALER FOR SPECIFIC CERTIFICATIONS ART F.OR ILLUSTRATION PLIRPOSES ONLY ATUR ATI;R1 Serving the communities south of Lake Okeechobee Thursday, December 28, 2006 lilkl"W 'HINJILIM I ~W pp Amm" I] I M lill ,=A 111111111111 I M -t Tli]Uljwd; 0 TI ri-I a I. r7m Im Thursday, December 28, 2006 Serving the communities south of Lake Okeechobee EDUCATION 9 Submitted photos/West Glades Elementary Some of the eighth grade winners taking the top prizes included, (from left to right) Rebec- ca Fletcher, Larisa Rivera and Paul Luckey who received the top prize for his winning inven- tion creating a working model of a hand that can grasp things at a distance. Seventh grader, Kelsey Corwin (left) along with fifth graders, Josh Rimes and Cynthia Fred- erick took top honors for their scientific creativity. West Glades hosts its first Science Fair MUSE On Dec. 7, West Glades School had its first ever Science Fair. There were over 70 projects in the science and inven- tion categories and it was a huge success. The projects are still on display for viewing in the new middle school. The hosts for fair were science instructors Tom Gaskins Ill and Sandy Yerk; judg- ing the event were the Honorable Joe Flint (Glades County Clerk of Court), Dr. Susan Cooper of LaBelle High School, Sonny Mow- bray (wildlife biologist) and the following teachers and staff who volunteered: Doreen Backes, Debra Davis, Cara Austin, Vicki McDougald, Donna Brittain and Susan Prow ant. The five top projects were cre- ated by eighth graders Rebecca Fletcher, daughter of Jennifer and Shawn Fletcher, Larisa Rivera, daughter of Marisa and Eliud Rivera, seventh grader Kelsey Cowin, daughter of Don and Paul Cowin, and fifth graders Josh Rimes, son of Sabrina and Josh Rimes and Cynthia Frederick, daughter of Brandy Hill and \Willie Avery. The winning invention was created by Paul Luckey, son of Stella and Larry Luckev, II. Rebecca was working with the carbonation from soda and how it can'can't fill up a balloon. Rebec- ca's project was titled Bubbles, Fizzles and Gas. Kelsey was working in micro- biology, finding out how different molds would grow, her work was supervised and her growthh" was only allowed to grow within a sealed Petri dish. Her project was titled "does the 5 second rule real- I work?" Cyndi was working with buoy- ancy, she created various sized boats to see how the different shapes and sizes affect their abili- ty to float. She measured their buoyancy with the number of coins the boats would hold. Josh was %working with rock- ets. He wanted to know if differ- ent masses can affect their flight. His father works as a firefighter with the Port Authority at the Southwest Florida International Airport and he has an interest in flight. Larisa was working with petu- nias She was looking at phototro- pism and how light vs. dark affects their growth rates and flowering abilities. Paul came up %with his idea because his house keeps gellting overrun with snakes and the entire family is terrified of them He created a working model of a hand that can grasp things at a distance, this wa, no one would have to get anywhere near the snakes to remove them. All students are residents of Muse All of the top projects and their researchers creators will be moving on to the Thomas Alha Edison Regional Science & Inven- lion Fair this coming spring. The Regional Fair and State Fair this year are both being hosted in Fort Myers. A big thanks goes to all of those who participated and those hard working souls that put this together and helped judge the event. I Go to newszap.c.om to I I download and print I I coupons online! I CUSTOM METAL BUILDINGS 130 mph pricing w" - zux2.ox mrnoassaaor Vertical Roof (2:12 Pitch) 1 Roll-up Door, 2 Gable Vents $10,947** School News in Brief SAC meeting scheduled The School Advisory Council of Moore Haven Junior-Senior High School will hold its regular monthly meeting on Monday, Jan. 8, 2007 at 7 p.m. in the media center., Help your child succeed in school "PASSport to Success" is a series of six sessions with par- ents or guardians, to help them with their children and their school work. Parents will learn how to pick a place to do hrome- work, set aside time, listen to their children, help then get ready to take a test, take notes, and much more. The PASSport to Success series will be held every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. beginning Jan. 17, and end- ing Feb. 21, at the Glades County' School District Board Room in Moore Haven, 400 10th Street S.WV : - Call (863) 674-4565 or 1800) 316-7057 to reserve your seat. Scholarship renewal applications available The JJ Wiggins Memorial Trust first time and renewal scholarships for spring 2006 are now. available. They may be picked up at J.J. Wiggins Youth Center or in the Moore Haven Jr. Sr. High School guidance office. Deadline for application is Dec. 29. Call (863) 946-3400, (863) 946-0811, or (239) 229-0246 for details. MHHS warns of advertising scam Moore Haven Junior-Senior High School would like to notify the Moore Haven community that advertising for football schedule posters is being sold by All-Star Publishing under the auspices of supporting our school. This company is not ,, ffJ,,.j't r .in working w ith our school, nor do we receive any profit from the sale of these ads. If \our busi- ness or church would like to purchase an ad to support foot- ball at our school, we would encourage you to purchase one to appear in the program that is given out at games. The profits from the sale of these ads go directly to support the athletes. Please do not purchase any ads offered by a non-local company without checking with us first to verify the validity of the offer. Thank \ou for all the support you do give to our school. Funds for MHHS What if Moore Haven Junior Senior High School earned a penny ever time you searched the Internet? Well, now we can! GoodSearch.com is a new search engine that donates half its revenue, about a penny per search, to the charities its users designate. You use it just as you would any search engine, and it's powered by Yahoo!, so you get great results. Just go to www goodsearch.com and be sure to enter Moore Haven Junior Senior High School as the charity you \\'ant to support. Just 500 of us searching four times a day will raise about $7,300 in a year without anyone spending a dime! And, be sure to spread the word[i You can also download the GoodSearch toolbar by visiting http:, www\v.goodsearch.com to olbar JR-SR High needs substitute teachers Moore Haven Jr.-Sr. High School is in need of substitutes for the current school year. Application packets are avail- able in the front office. For more information, please call Lori Bond from 7:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., at (863) 946-0811, (863) 983-9600, (863) .675-7715 or (863) 467-7722. Scholarship applicants wanted If you know of a young per- son pursuing a college degree with the goal of working in Flori- da's fruit and vegetable industry, please let that student know about the Syngenta Crop Protec- tion Scholarship. The $1.000 scholarship will be awarded at FFVA's 63rd Annual Convention. To learn how to apply, contact Martha Tucker at (321) 214-5200( or via email at martha.tucker@laffra.corn. MHHS Class Reunion The MHHS Class of '86 is hav- ing their 20 year reunion on Homecoming Weekend this ,year. Planners are inviting the Class of '87 and Class of '88 to join us, as well. They are in need of assistance in locating and notifying all members of the above classes. The initial plan is to have a tailgate type get- together the night of the Home- corning Game and, on the fol- lowing day, have a BBQ for the family at the City Park or a simi- lar location. Anyone interested in assisting may contact David Lee at dlee-1967@skyeone.com or (863) 946-2512. School Board meetings set Regular meetings will now take place on the second Thurs- day at 6 p.m. and the fourth Thursday at 9 p.m. in the Glades County School Board meeting room, 400 10th Street S.W., Moore Haven. Accountability Reports The 2006 NCLB Public Accountability Reports for Glades County Schools, Moore Haven Elementary, West Glades School, and Moore Haven Junior-Senior High are available on the district and school Web sites (http://glades.edgate.org). Copies of the reports are also available at the district office and the administrative office at each school. GED classes set The Glades County School District is offering GED prep classes at Moore Haven High School, Room 26-003, for adults who wish to obtain their GED. Classes are Tuesday and Thurs day nights from 6 until 8 p.m. You may register the night of the classes. If you have any ques- tions you may call Scott Bass at 1863) 946-0202 ext. 13. Children's advocates needed The Guardian Ad :Litem (GAL) Program needs volun- teers to represent the best inter- ests of abused, abandoned and neglected children before the court, social service agencies and the community. No special educational degree is required. Guardians need to be someone with common sense, good judg- ment and a commitment to helping a child. Attendance at three training sessions held in Fort Myers is required. Please contact Kelie, Hedrick at: (239) 461-4360 or (800) 269-6210 for more information, and to reserve your space for training. Stop the violence meetings announced The Hendry and Glades Domestic and Sexual Violence Council's mission is to increase community awareness about domestic and sexual violence and victim safety by providing services, referrals and education relating to the affects of domes- tic/sexual violence in our com- munity. The meetings rotate between LaBelle, Clewiston and Moore Haven. To get involved in the council or for information about meeting dates and times, please call Abuse Council and Treatment, Inc.'s Rural Exten- sion (REACT): (863) 674-1811, 8:30 a.rn.-5 p.m. [o speak with an advocate. 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South Florida Ford Dealers 2006 F-150 STX fr I Serving the communities south of Lake Okeechobee Thursday, December 28, 2006- it Serving the communities south of Lake Okeechobee Thursday, December 28, 2006 - nuLlIriTTIw Save money on your favorite grocery items. Go to newszap.com to download and I print coupon Sonline! I newszap.com Community Links. Individual Voices Li---------- i I iM,/Nena Boan Vice Mayor Dave McGee, left, presents the business awards for the Christmas decoration contest. Ahern's BP Station won first place, center left; Riverside Medical Center won second place, center right; and Everglades Realty won third place, right. Christmas Continued Fromn Page 1 Whether painstakingly hand- crafted or lovingly store-bought, the decorations were beautiful this year. Residents still have time to drive through town and get a good look before these cre- ations are taken down after the New Year. The first place winner in the Parks Continued From Page 1 sports fans in the area. The city will provide mainte- nance for the fields, which have been planted with Bermuda grass to improve the field's aes- thetics. The sod is ideal for team sports and needs a specially designed rotary mower. So faI, the funds gathered for the project have been designal- ed for improvement only, which has proven to, be somewhat diffi- residences category, for a $ 150 prize, was Alvora Chilous; sec- ond place winner of $100 was Patricia Brown, and third place winner of $75 was Frances Bryant. The business category's first place winner of $150 was Ahern's BP Station; second place winner of $100 was River- side Medical Center, and third place winner of $75 was Ever- glades Realty. cult for commissioners worried about maintaining the site. The specially designed rotary mower is more expensive than standard mowers, but will need fewer maintenance repairs and replacement parts, according to city representatives. Since renovation funds are for improvement, the city will look for other sources to fund the purchase of the mower. It could possibly cost up to $24,000. Staff Writer Nena Bolan can be reachedatnenabolan@yahoo.com. INI/Nena Bolan The Agape Christian Academy is at 307 U.S. 27. They have elementary and secondary grades. Bus transportation to Clewiston and Montura is provided. School Continued From Page 1 Cle.-"islon Chiistian Academ\ oas closing down, they decided to re- open and operate it in Moore Haven. His lather, Edgar Figueroa Sr., is also pastor of Agape Missionary Church. The students are taught the Accelerated Christian Education course mhlich has been us~_d worldwide loi 35 years. Each student has an indl\ idual program, or actiM it\ packet. The pace is based on his or her skill level. Four instructors ,ive one-on- one help to each student The po- gram uses the traditional education ol malh, reading, writing, science and social studies Students are also expected to pro ide community sei\ice. Recently, the studenLs took a trip to a Clewiston nursing home and offered fellowship to the sick and aged. The students also sang Christmas carols. Edgar Figueroa Ji is currently pursuing a graduate degree in the- ologI flom \\:anei institute in Col- orado. He is actively ini olved in the faith based school and said, "We are Li.ininr g t:oi the future and eter- nit " Agape Christian Academ\ is open Monda\ through Ftiday from . a rm to 3 p.m Transportation is provided to students who live in Montura and Clewiston. Weekly chapel service is encouraged every Wednesday. Tuition is an average of $2,-100 a year. Theie is also an adult program on Tuesday and Thursday nights Foi more information on the school, or for any questions, con- tact Edgaj Figueroa Jr. at (863) 946- 1894 Unlimited Hours One 9 Full Year! FREE 247 Live Technlcal Support lInl ,rt Il ii a yrtir'j ; y r t-yi' y 1i\I a 10 -n'ail rjdfi e it Sr-am Prclm.'ojimn '' I im a.i Pai- nFV 'atl l mfri:& ( Surf up to6X fast ) -- UvK P3 aniv P - Sign Up OnlinrI! www.LocalNet.com ,8* Call lod 7 & Saw .............. ....... Community News Narcotics Anonymous meets Narcotics Anonymous meets Monda.s at 7 p.m. for open discus- sion meeting at Buck Head Ridge Christian Church, .3 Linda Road, Buckhead Ridge. For more infor- mation please call i863,) 634-4780. Hurricane help available Help is still available for Hurri- cane Wilma victims from our local Community Rebuilding Ecumeni- cal Workforce (CREW) but you must regislet again! Community Rebuilding Ecu- menical Workforce (CREW) is a caring network of Hendry and Glades Counties' civic, social, serv- ice, and faith-based groups, agen- cies, anid organizations, along with concerned individuals and busi- nesses, torm ied to address the phys- ical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the community in the restoration and rebuilding of their lives and homes in times of a natural or man- made disaster. CREW will provide collabora- tive leadership and advocacy in meeting the needs for revitalizing and improving the quality of life for the most vulnerable in the commu- nity. For more information, ques- tions, or to schedule an appoint- ment, please call of visit: CREW Headquarters, First United Methodist Church, 352 W Arcade Avenue, Clewiston, phone (863) 983-4316 (John 3:16) or email CREWheadquarters@aol.com. MHHS Class Reunion planned The MHHS Class of '86 is having its 20 year reunion on Homecom- ing Weekend this year. Organizers are inviting the Class of '87 and Class of '88 to join the fun, as well. Reunion planners are in need of assistance in locating and notifying all members of the above classes. The initial plan is to have a tailgate type get-together the night of the Homecoming Game and, on the following day, have a BBQ for the family at the City Park or a similar location. Anyone interested in assisting may contact David Lee at dlee- 1967ii,' skveone.com or (863) 946-2512. CREW needs volunteers The Community Rebuilding Ecumenical Workforce (CREW) of Hendry and Glades Counties is seeking volunteers to assist resi- dents with repairs and continued clean up efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Wilma. Carpenters, Electricians, Plumbers, drywall installers and other trade skills are needed, as well as, anyone willing to lend a hand. For more information, come by our office at 121 Central Ave. rear entrance or email CREWhead- quarters@(aaol.com or phone (863) 9832390. CREW seeks donations The Community Rebuilding Ecumenical Workforce (CREWi of Hendry and Glades Counties is seeking donations of building materials and supplies, including lumber, nails and drywall, to assist residents wilh repairs and contin- ued clean up efforts in the after- math of Hurricane Wilma. Dona- tions, including monetary' contributions, are tax deductible. For more information, come byvour office at 121 Central Ave. rear entrance or email CREWheadquar- lers@aol.com or phone (863) 983- 2390. Free services offered to help elders Center for Independent Living will be doing outreach on a regular basis at the Moore Haven, Clewis- ton, and LaBelle sites between the hours of noon to 2:30 p.m. You can contact Tera or Linda at the Center for Independent Living at (941) 766-8333 in Charlotte County to find out the days that they will be available in those areas. Economic Council Meetings planned The Glades County Economic Development Council normally meets the first Monda\ of the month at 6:15 p m. in the conter - ence room at Glades Electric Coop- erative. If you aie riot a member, please contact the EDC about join- ing. if you are a member, please plan to attend the mrneetings As the Main Street effort and other initia- tives move forward, we will need a host of knowledgeable volunteers to serve on various committees and wve encourage your participa- tion. VFW Post #9528 hours posted The VF\\ Post #952S is located at 2002 Hwv 78 West in Buckhead Ridge For mrnore inform mation call (863) 467-2..82 Post hours are- from noon until -S p.m. jail' Wednesday is Ladies Aix\iliaiy din-, ner from 5.30 7 p.m., and the cost is $5. Even Thursday. i.he post has bar bingo at 12:45 p m. Lunch will be available. Every Friday a steak dinner with baked poilato. csalod and rolls are served Horn 5:?.0 7 p.m. with a $9 donation Danciny imrnediatelm follows the- dnei All games and special e\ ents air- shown on three televisions. The game room has a regulation-size pool table. Post rmeetings are held on the second and fourth Saturdar of the month, beginning at 10 i m. Commander Albert (Cranl: is ca,:Il- ableat 863 1467-28.2.. VFWPost #10539 hours posted The VFW will be open Monday through Wednesday 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Thursday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.-11 p.m., or later; and Sunday, 1 8 p.m. Happy hour is from 4 6 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Dinner is served at, 5 p.m. Tuesday evenings. Bar bingo starts at 12:45 p.m. Wednesday. Lunch will be available. Singles darts every Wednesday, 7 p.m. Cafeteria is open from 5 8 p.m., Thursday nights. Friday at 7 p.m. there will be live music and dancing. On Sat- urday, hotdogs with kraut are served at noon. Saturday dart dou- bles at 7 p.m. Diabetes Awareness courses offered Hendry County Health Depart- merit Headr to Heait Program and Sernio Connections are olfering an eight -ieek Diabeles Class at 2 p.m each Wednesda\ at the Nobles Senior Center Classes include the diabetic diet, under- standing carb-counting, eve and fool care, and the ABC('s of dia- - betes (the A1C test, Blood Pres- sure, and Cholesterol). All diabet- ics, long term or newly diagnosed, aje welcomeme. Seminole reenactment festival scheduled Seminole Tribe of Florida will present a reenactment of the Sec- ond Seminole War at the Big Cypiess Shootout at Billie Smwamp Satan located between Fort Laud- erdale and Naples, on the Big Cypress Reservation. Friday, Feb. 2; thri,ugh Sun. Feb 2. For more iiir lrnation, contact Cindy Malin at (954)966-6300, ext. 1488 or L'ri- lin r,' n-trite.com . Addliction recovery help offered At NARCONON ARROWHEAD we have the answers to addiction reco ery, call us at .iSOl 46._1-693.3 or log *:onto our \e.\b site at wwv..stopaddiction com. Addiction recovery help available Narconon reminds parents that during the summer months, chil- dren are more apt to let boredom set in and drugs and alcohol can work into their lives. To help your child this summer, learn to recog- nize the signs of drug and alcohol addiction and get the help they need. If you or someone you know is struggling with an addiction, call Narconon. NARCONON offers free addiction counseling, assess- ments, and referrals to rehabilita- tion centers nationwide by calling 1 (800) 468-6933 or logging onto www.stopaddiction.com. Ted Schiff, M.D. and the professional staff at Water's Edge Dermatology will treat you with all the care and expertise you expect. Adult and Pediatric Dermatology Diseases of the Shin, Hair and Nails Surgery of the Shin, Shin Cancer Treatment MOHS Shin Cancer Surgery New patients are welcome Medicare and most insurance accepted. Touching the Glades one family Attend Church this Sunday 10:00 AM Nursery provided 370 Holiday Isle Blvd www.newharvest.net P & Kam Pernm Applying for Disability? You CAN ask for the LOCAL doctor! Specializing in: Depression Panic Attacks Pain Memory Anxiety PTSD Personality Disorder Learning Disorder Adjusting to Physical Disability Offices in Clew\ iston and Belle Glade Call Dr. Brucc Borkosky, Psy.D. Licensed Psychologist 800-514-0832 Th/, diiiabilitn pet audit .;L--, . TOUCHDOWNr =1 BREAKFAST, 10% OFF 2 Pancaes, 2 eggs, 2 bacon Breakfast, strips and 2 sausage links I Lunch or 1 Dinner I Must Present Coupon * SNot valid w/any other I W11f I6 offer Exp 12/31/06 .. . 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Fad diets most often .fail because even if the dieter Joses weight, as soon as he or 'she goes back to his or her nor- mrnal eating habits, the weight :comes back. To lose \\ eight and keep it off, some health. lifestyle changes ,are necessary Some easy ones: - Walk Promise yourself that you \\ill walk at least a mile with Katrina Eisken every day. Find a route that you can measure, some place ihat will be pleasant to walk and con- venient. Pick a time of day that will work best for you, and try to make it a regular habit. Walking is a great form of exercise because you don't need any spe- cial equipment. You don't have to join a gym. Just put one foot in front of the other and keep going. After you have mastered walking a mile a day without get- ting tired, try to go a little farther. You might find it easier to walk regularly if you have a walking buddy to remind you. Taking a dog for a nice long walk is a good way to get regular exercise, and to make your dog happy at the same time. Drink water. Get a sports bottle and fill it with water in the morning and sip on it all day. That is an easy way to keep track of how much water you drink. Ideally, most adults need eight glasses (64 ounces) of water a day. Well intentioned people often try to drink eight ounces at a time, and that makes them feel too full. If the water is in easy reach, you may find it is an easy habit to take a sip every now and then. You might be surprised at how much you can drink during a day. Eat a healthy breakfast. Peo- ple who want to lose weight often make a big mistake by skip- ping meals. Skipping meals just slows down. your metabolism and makes it harder to lose balanced diet every day. So you weight. Keeping your blood might be missing some vitamins. sugar level steady all day will There are a lot of different types increase your energy and help of vitamin supplements avail- you stay trim. Of course "eat able. Ask your doctor to recom- breakfast" does not mean a daily mend the best vitamin supple- meal of pancakes, eggs and mentforyou. sausage. A health) breakfast Eat salt water fish twice a menu might include whole grain week. Fish is high in omega- cereal. fruit and coffee; or.one three fatty acids, which are cru- egg with whole grain toast and cial for good brain function. juice, oatmeal cooked with fruit, _.That's why some people say that with a glass of milk; a bagel with fish is "brain food." If you don't cream cheese, tea and juice -you like fish, you can also find the get the idea. My regular breakfast healthy omega-three fatty acids is a bowl of whole grain cereal in walnuts, eggs or in supple- with a banana sliced on top, juice ments. and tea (iced tea after all we are eGet your rest. Most adults in Florida). It's easy' to make and need at least seven to eight easy to clean up. hours sleep each night. Some If you don't always eat need more. Recent studies have right, take a supplemental vita- shown that people who don't min. I believe that vitamins and get enough sleep have a harder other nutrients are most easily time losing \\eight. absorbed into our bodies from Check with your doctor foods. However, I also know that before making an\ changes in it's not so easy to eat a healthy, your diet or exercise program. Every person is different. A diet that worked for your friend may not be right for you. Your doctor should know your health history and what prescriptions drugs you are taking before recom- mending a diet plan. Just because someone else's doctor prescribed a certain diet for that person, this does not mean the same diet is safe for you. Some extreme diets are administered under a doctor's care because a person is dangerously obese and must lose weight to reduce the strain on his heart. That same diet might be fatal for a person who tries it without a doctor's supervision. Before making any changes to your diet or exercise program, consultyour doctor. This is espe- cially important if you are on any prescription medications. Some drugs interact badly with foods that would otherwise be consid- ered "healthy." 'Drop Red Gorgeous' winter strawberries in season As Florida's strawberry season n moves into full production. shop- pers throughout North Amnerica are brightening their cold \\inter das with this delicious and colorful treat from the Sunshine State. The Flornda Strat bern Growers Association is teaming up w ith gro- cers to promote the state's signa- ture berr\ through its new "Drop Red Gorgeous" campaign that embodies the idea that "\ou are % hat you eat \\al-Mart and other retailers are featuring fresh Florida strawberries and the eye-catching "Drop Red Gorgeous" point-of-sale signage in their produce sections from now through February The marketing campaign touts the nutritional benefits of Florida straw- berries, which are low in calories and free of sodiun-m and fat, and packed with vitamin C, potassiutn. fiber, folic acid, and pouwe fiul, dis- ease ligriting antioxidants. "The strawberr\ is America's mo.:'st p.opulai ber-rv." Florida Agri- culture Commiissioncei Charles H. Bronson said "People know it's delicious, tbu the good news is it is also one of our most nutritious food choices." Plant City, is the "Winter Stra - berry Capital of the World," and from December through February, Florida strawberries dominate the Li S market. Florida is the nation's second largest producer of straw- berries, with eastern Hillsborough County the center of Florida's straw- berry production. Substantial com- rnercial acreage can also be found in Alachua, Pasco, and Polk coun- ties. Florida's strawberry farmers receive about $129 million in cash receipts annually for their harvest. Wal-Mart is promoting Florida strawberries in conjunction with its "Salute to America's Farmers," a year-long program to spotlight the retailer's commitment to purchase from localgrowers for distribution to stores in their areas in support of locally grown agricultural products. Commissioner Bronson offered the following strawberry buying tips for shoppers: Look for strawberries that are fully and deeply red. Be sure the color has spread from one end of the berry to the other. Don't choose a berry with white or green spots in hopes it %%ill ripen up on your win- dowsill; straw% berries stop ripening as soon as they are picked. If you can touch the berries, check to see that they are firm but not hard. The calyx, the strawberry's leafy cap, should be fresh and green. Don't wash strawberries until you are ready to eat them. Refriger- ate strawberries if you're not going to eat them within a day or two. "There's no reason to wait for a special occasion to add Florida strawberries to your shopping list," Mr. Bronson said. "This winter, take advantage of the abundance of fresh berries by including them in everything from desserts and breakfast treats, to snacks and savory dishes." Celebration Strawberry Mousse 1 1.3 cups Florida strawberries quartered (from 6 oz) 1 tablespoon sugar I teaspoon fresh lemon juice 3 4 teaspoon unflavored gelatin (from I envelope i I 1 2tablespoons,,ater 1.3 cup well-chilled heay cream 3 butter cookies, coarsely crushed (I/4 cup) Mash I cup quartered strawber- ries with sugar and lemon juice in a bowl using a fork. Cut remaining strawberries into I 4-inch dice and reserve. Sprinkle gelatin evenly over water in a ,ery small saucepan and let stand I minute to soften then, warm over low heat, stirring until gelatin is dissolved. Stir gelatin mixture into mashed straw- berries. Set bowl in a larger bowl of ice and cold water and stir fre- quently until a spoonful of gelatin mixture holds its shape briefly before dissolving back into mix- ture, about 5 minutes. Beat cream in another bowl I with a whisk until it just holds stiff peaks. Fold I 2 cup whipped cream into gelatin mix- ture then, fold in I 4 cup diced strawberries (reserve remainder for topping). Spoon one-third of strawberry mousse into a glass and ,or[f us atith - South Lak sprinkle evenly \ith half of cookie crumbs, then top with half of remaining mousse and all of remaining cookie crumbs Top with remaining mousse, whipped cream, and strawberries, then chill until set, about 30 minutes. Yield: Makes I serving. "Drop Red Gorgeous" Strawberry Tiramisu 1 I 2 pounds Florida stralber- ries 1 1.4 cups Florida strawberry preserves 1..3 cup plus 4 tablespoons orange liqueur 1/3 cup Florida orange juice 1 pound Italian mascarpone cheese, room temperature 1 I 3 cups chilled heavy whip- ping cream I 3cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 52 about crisp ladyfingers Whisk preserves, I 3 cup orange liquor, and orange juice in 2-cup measuring cup. Place mas- carpone cheese and 2 tablespoons orange liquor in large bowl; fold just to blend. Using a whisk beat cream, sugar, 'anilla, and remain- ing 2 tablespoons orange liquor in another large bow\ I to solt peaks. Stir 1/4 of whipped cream mixture into mascarpone mixture to light- en Fold in remaining whipped cream a small amount at a lime. Slice half of strawberries Spread I 2 cup preserve mixture over bot- tom of 3-quart serving dish or a 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish. Arrange enough ladlfingers o\er stra\% berry mixture to coer bot- tom of dish. Spoon 3,- cup pre- ser'e mixture over ladyfingers, then spread 2 1 2 cups mascar- pone mixture on top. Arrange 2 cups sliced strawberries over mas- carpone mixture. Repeat layering with remaining lady fingers, pre- serve mixture, and mascarpone mixture. Cover \\ith plastic and chill at least 8 hours overnight Slice remaining strawberries. Arrange o\ er tiramisu and serve. For more "Fresh from Florida" recipes, visit \\w\\.Florida-Agri culture.com. Thinking .bout Where you'lfCome Ul With Tfi 3 i" money For A New 3fAme? 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Broad Cir. $1 100o/mth QB39922 9016 Le n 3 $22 $229,900o Serving the communities south of Lake Okeechobee Thursday, December 28, 2006 I r-,unonwOod W Kwq* Ck M $2UM Investigation continues into horse virus outbreak TALLAHASSEE Florida Agriculture and Consumer Ser- vices Commissioner Charles H. Bronson says the Department's Division of Animal Industry is continuing the investigation into the presence of Equine Her- pesvirus type 1 (EHV-1) in sever- al areas of the state including Wellington, Jupiter and the Ocala area. EHV-1 can be a serious dis- ease of horses and the virus can spread through the air .from the respiratory route of affected hors- es. Transmission can also occur through contaminated equip- ment, clothing and hands. There is no record of a human health threat from the virus. So far, seven horses have tested positive for the virus through lab tests. All confirmed cases are under quarantine. Here is a chronology of events: Five horses imported from Europe were brought to Florida from the New York animal import station, a quarantine station for imported horses; three more hors- es were picked up en route in Huntington, N.Y, and one in Dar- lington; Maryland. When the truck arrived on Nov. 29, in Wellington, one of the horses from the import station was ill. That horse is now recovering. but two horses that were stabled with the index horse at the origi- nal facility became ill and died. A lab test on one of those horses confirmed EHV-1. The facility, JN and Company, is currently under state quarantine and the horses are being closely monitored. No horses are allowed to enter or leave the premises. The Maryland horse had been transported to another Wellington location, Southfields Training facili- ty and died on December 2. While no lab test was done, because of its exposure to the disease, the South- fields facility voluntarily restricted all movement of horses. Late today, a lab test confirmed a posi- tive case within that facility at the Palm Beach Equine Sports Complex, which is part of the Southfields Training facility. There is a second suspect case there awaiting lab test confir- mation. The Department is also placing this facility under quaran- -tine. A horse that was exposed to the virus during the shipment into Florida was treated at the Palm Beach Equine Clinic and is believed to have been a possible link to the horse in Ocala, which was at the clinic at the same time. The Ocala horse has tested positive for EHV-I and was transported to Ready, aim shoot! Was the fish almost as big as your boat? Did you catch it with one arm tied behind your back? Blindfolded? How about you send us a picture to go along with that fish story? The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is calling on anglers to send us your favorite photo- graphs for the second City Fish- er photo tournament. We'll accept photos of ... just about anything fishing-related. The categories will be determined "I can hardly wait to see the entries, which will give us a glimpse of the fun people have fishing in South Flori- da, as well as the vari- ety of fish they catch." John Cimbaro, fisheries biologist based on the variety of entries be legally caught by hook and received. Parents and outdoor line in the fresh waters of Palm mentors, take note..This year, Beach, Broward or Miami-Dade we are adding a special catego- counties between Oct. 1, 2006 ry called "First Fish" for begin- and Feb. 28, 2007. Use of bait is ning anglers of any age. The fish allowed. Entries must be doesn't have to be big or of any received by February 28, 2007 in particular species. If it's your (or time to be published in The City your kid's) first, send it in! Fisher, issue 29. Photos should "I can hardly wait to see the include a good side view of the entries, which will give us a fish as well as a "body shot" of glimpse of the fun people have the angler and fish together. fishing in South Florida, as well Submitted photos may be pub- as the variety of fish they lished will anglers' names. catch," said fisheries biologist Please include your name, John Cimbaro, editor of The address, telephone number, fish City Fisher freshwater angling species, length, weight, and newsletter. location of catch. Submit your Last year's contest prompted digital or hard-copy photos to some impressive entries, includ- John Cimbaro at john.cim- ing one that was confirmed as baro@mvfwc.com or send an lGFAworld record. them to John Cimbaro; Florida "But you don't have to catch Fish and Wildlife Conservation a big one to enter and win," Mr. Commission; 8535 Northlake Cimbaro said. Boulevard ; West Palm Beach, "The tournament is just FL 33412 Prizes will consist of about having fun and catching frame-worthy certificates and fish." FWVC literature. For tips on how A few past entries can be seen to shoot photographs of fish, see at http://floridafisheries.com. the last page of the City Fisher offices/cityfish/CITFSH25.pdf. online at http:,.. floridafisheries. All fish photographed must com/offices'cityfish CITFSH27.pdf Ocala on Dec. 11. The horse was ill when it arrived and was immedi- ately isolated from all other horses at the Ocala location, Tuxedo Farms. The horse continues to be isolated and a portion of that facility is also under quarantine. The Palm Beach Equine Clinic indicated it. is contacting the own- ers of all horses that were there at the same time as the index horse to make them aware of the situation and find out if any of the horses are exhibiting any signs of EHV-1. So far the Department has received no: reports of any other horses that were at the clinic showing disease signs. A horse at Pinehurst Stables, in Jupiter, has also been reported with neurological symptoms of the disease and a sample has been submitted for a lab test. The Division of Animal Industry is %working closely with veterinari- ans and equine facilities in :the impacted locations to monitor the animals and assist with testing. Owners with sick horses should contact their private veterinarian to examine and treat their horses. Veterinarians suspecting EHV-l with neurological signs are advised to contact state officials and follow protocols for collecting and sub- mitting appropriate samples for laboratory diagnosis. Horse owners in the impacted areas are being asked to follow biosecurity measures until the virus is controlled. The measures are: Have temperatures taken a minimum of twice daily, with a temperature log being maintained on each horse. Horses with fevers 101.9,or 1 degree above their nor- mal temperature should be report- ed to the stable's veterinarian. The horse should be isolated and EHV- 1 samples should be taken by the stableveterinarian. Limiting admittance of people into the barn area to only neces- sary personnel. When entering or exiting a stable or barn, use foot baths to disinfect outer footwear and wash hands. Washing hands with soap and water or using a dry disinfec- tant after handling each horse. Minimize the use of shared equipment. Equipment such as water buckets, lead ropes, groom- ing equipment, etc., should not be shared between horses. These items should be labeled as belong- ing to an individual horse. Other equipment such as twitches, shov- els, forks and bits should be disin- fected daily and between each use. Care should be taken when tilling water buckets and feed troughs. Danger of wildfires worsens today TALLAHASSEE Florida Agri- culture and Consumer Services Commissioner Charles H. Bron- son is asking people to be very careful with all outdoor fires this holiday season. Florida has received below- normal amounts of precipitation through the fall months, and the freezing temperatures in the northern part of the state have left much of our wildlands vulnerable to wildfire," Mr. Bronson said "The fieeze-diied vegetation will only add to the already accumulat- ed debris that is still scattered across Florida from the 2004 and 2005 hurricane seasons." Relative humidity below 35 per- cent, lack of rainfall for two weeks or longer, and strong, dry winds are all components that create extreme fire danger. "Any fire that starts during these weatherr conditions could get out of control and spread quickly," said Mr. Bronson, who encourages the public to follow these tips: Report any suspicious fire by calling911. Never leave any fire unat- tended. Clear an area down to bare soil around campfires and warm- ing fires. Do not burn yard waste dur- ing dry, windy conditions. Keep your home safe from fires by clearing leaves from the roof and gutters and by removing dead vegetation within 30 feet of your home. It is also important to trim trees "What Impressed me the most was the staff's friendliness and willingness to help." L -- patient survey response J We Invite you to take a closer look at Glades General Hospital. We continue to provide quality healthcare, courteous and attentive staff right here at home, but to serve you even better, we have made a few changes: * In our newly renovated Endoscopic Suite within our surgery department, endoscopic procedures are performed with state-of-the- art equipment. Glades General Hospital's Surgery Department is designed and staffed to handle procedures ranging from minor outpatient surgeryy .to 1ia.ijor, smne-di.,-.,dmit surgery in our three, fully- equipped surgical suites. * Glades General Hospital has recently purchased new diagnostic equipment which plays a vital role in diagnosing and treating illnesses and managing patients' care from door to discharge. These state-of-the-art technology updates include: electronic medication dispensing system *. electronic nurIng/physiciati documentation system GE light-speed CT scanner electronic patient tracking system tilinlie-' r.,dl1~I g,1 y system wireless, bedside registration and nursing documentation system 3-D Ultrasound * All of these updates and improvements have been made with our community in mind to make Glades General Hospital your source for quality healthcare for you and your faunily, right here at home, Take a closer look at Glades General Hospital... you'll b ....... . L ADES GENERAL HOSPITAL and limbs within 15 feet of your chimney and make sure that wou have a properly working spark arrester on your chimney. Mr. Bronson is recommending that Floridians contact their local Division of Forestry office for more information on fire prevention tips and burning regulations., orvisit the Division of Forestry's wveb site at hllp:. ww%1w.l1dof.com During the months of Septem- ber through December. Florida had 478 wildfires that burned 3,052 acres. The number of wildfires and acres burned is up from the five- year average of 330 fires %which burned 1,635 acres during the same period over the previous five years. Since January 1, 4,596 Florida wild- fires have been caused by humans. Neither the hose nor the feed should not be shared between scoop should have contact with an horses. individual horse's bucket or Any additional biosecurity trough. precautions the stable veterinarian Multi-dose oral medications or stable manager recommend. 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NEW YEAR'S EVE DINNER DECEMBER 31, 2006 SERVING FROM 5PM 9PM ENTREES FILET MIGNON WITH LOBSTER TAIL $26.95 ROAST PRIME RIB AU JUS $16.95 16 OZ. PEPPER CRUSTED SIRLOIN $18.95 8 OZ. SIRLOIN WITH GULF SHRIMP SKEWER SERVED ON A BED OF RICE PILAF $22.95 PISTACHIO CRUSTED SALMON WITH LEMON DILL SAUCE $18.95 All Entrees Are Served With A Salad Of Fresh Bady Greens With A Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing, Herb Roasted Potatoes, Fresh Steamed Vegetables, Rolls & Butter. Each Guest Receives A Complimentary Glass Of Champagne. 561-996-6571 1201 South Main Street Belle Glade, Florida 33430 Thursday, December 28, 2006 Serving the communities south of Lake Okeechobee Thursday, December 28, 2006 Serving the communities south of Lake Okeechobee SPORTS 15 Local kids climb tennis ranks CLEWISTON Local Area resi- dent tennis players are making their presence felt in the Florida USTA tournaments. Both Jessica Irey and Melanie Allen of Clewiston have gained a State ranking by winning in tennis tournaments held throughout the state over the past few months. Melanie Allen, daugh- ter of Tim and Rhonda is currently ranked number 80 in the state. Melanie had a successful fall as she was a winner in three events and runner up in two other tournaments in the ten and under division. Former ETSU collegiate player, Jessica Irey, won her latest two prize money tournaments held at the Nunez Racket Club in Aventura and the Lake Cane Tennis Center in Orlando. Her current ranking in the adult open level in Florida is 22. Jes- sica's brother, Joshua Irey, current- ly on the team at Mississippi State, had a successful fall in doubles defeating some top teams in the country. He and his doubles part- ner defeated Alabama giving MSU the point needed to win the match. Competitive tennis is on the rise in Clewiston. Along with Melanie at the Junior level are upcoming stars, Lindsay Martin, Dusty Catala, and Anessa Leyva who are currently training and preparing for the up and com- ing USTA tournament held the first of February here in Clewiston. At the adult level, Clewiston also has Tim Allen, Val Leyva and Robert Rodriquez playing the NTRP and Open divisions around the south- ern part of the state. **** Melanie just won another tournament in Delray over the Dec. 16 and 17, weekend. Submitted pholo Clewiston fought hard against Labelle wrestlers in matches held on Wednesday, Dec. 6, to keep them one step ahead and pulling out a win for the Tigers. Tigers pin LaBelle team 42-30 CLEWISTON Clewiston's wrestlers took on Labelle at LHS on Wednesday, Dec. 6. Leading oft for the Tigers wvas Bryan Bacallao at 112, w\ho %%on his match b' fall in the first period over Broom ol Labelle Next in line for the Tigers was Brandon Caulkins at 125. Brandon struggled early on to get his offense going and found himself losing his match by decision to Timms of Labelle. At 130, Mason Cole of Clewis- ton faced off against two-time state placer Colin Sparks. Cole was dominant on his feet finding the first two takedowns fairly easily, but rientluh.l\ founrid liin.melf in- a sticky situation with Sparks gaining a reversal and then the pin in the second period. At 135, Jared Bacallao of Clewislon hal a hard time gaining control over the Labelle %rTestler and e\eniuall\ \as pinned At this point things looked pretty bad for Clewiston. But starting at 140, Joe. Cordova was ready to get things started. Cordova %Nent straight to work and pinned his opponent in the first period. James Cammeratla a freshman at 145 helped out Clew.istonr b\ sav- ing some points James managed to ;eep Irom giving up the pin against his opponent and save the Tigers' thiee poirits Benjamin Rosario at 152 pulled out the win for the Tigers catching his opponent on his back early in the first period and receiving a pin, The next match was at 215. Jamar Boykin \[iestied up a "eight class' for the Tigers and pinned his oppo- nent after a hadd fought victory., 103-Labelle forfeit-6 points Labelle; 112- Bryan Bacallao Clewiston pin-6 points Cleviston; 119-Labelle forfeit-6 points Labelle; 125 Labelle decision-3 points Labelle; 130 Labelle pin-6 points Labelle; 135 Labelle pin-6 points Labelle; 140 Joev Cordova Clewis- ton pin-6 points Clew islon ; 145 Labelle decision-3 points Labelle; 152 Benjamin Rosario Clexvislonri pin-6 points Clewiston: 160 Damar- ian Allen Clewiston forleit-6 points Cle\\istcn; 171 no match- no points gained; 189 Alton Edmond Clewistonri forfeil-6 points Cle\\is- ton; 215 Jarnar Bo% kin Clewistonr pin-6 points Cle\\iston, Hk\T Adam Trevino Clewiston forfeitl-i points Cle\vision Final score- Cleiston 42. Labelle 30 Hendry Speedway in action HENDRY COUNTY The new Hendry County Speedway will open the New Year with races beginning on Jan. 13, 2007 with Mini-Stocks, Bombers, Pure Stock, Street-Stock late models. -Events for Jan. 20 will include a demolition derby in addition to stock cars with a winning prize of $500. The Jan. 27, races will include mini-mods, bombers, stock cars and late models. February races will start the month off with bombers and stock cars with the winner of the 40 laps taking home a $1,500 prize on Feb. 3. Bombers, mini- stocks, street stocks and late models %\ill run on Feb. 10, with a $2,500 prize at the end of 50 laps. The Feb. 17, races will again run street stocks, mini-mods, bombers and sportsman vehi- cles for a $1,500 prize at the end _ofthe 30 lap race. All races start at 6:30 p.m. with gates opening at 2 p.m. The speedway is located 5 miles south of Moore Haven, 9 miles west of Clewiston on High- way 27. Look for the Cantina on the west side of the road. Admission prices for drivers and spectators are: Car/Driver: $28; Pit Entry fees: $25, Golf cars/four-wheelers and extra vehicles entering pit area: $15, Grand Stand admission General Admission: $15, Seniors 55 + and students: $12 and children under 10: just $5. All races and event are subject to change. Please check the Web site at: http: w\\\w.newhendry' speedway.com frequently bor updates, or call i863 198m3-DIRT .3478) for additional information. Sports Briefs Coast Guard makes house calls LAKE OKEECHOBEE Did you know the Li.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary makes house calls? They will come to your home to discuss the required safety equip- nient needed on your boat. This service is free. 'ou \\ill receive a cordial, informative, and confi- dential boat inspection. A vessel safety check decal will be placed on boats that meet all the require- ments. Call (863) 467-3085 to arrange a boat check. Save money on your favorite grocery items. 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Thanks to the late Twila Valen- tine, INI Florida has transcripts of interviews with the senior citizens of the 1980s who were part of the pioneer days in the Lake Okee- chobee area. For those readers who know well the old stories and the new theories, here is one story- again. Wilburn Lawson talked to Twila about that storm. "I was in Okeechobee. I was working in the Peoples Bank of Okeechobee at the time. The hurri- cane was terrible. - Just to go back, the hurricane of 1926 blew all the water away from Okeechobee and to Moore Haven and it was covered in water. "In the '28 hurricane it blew all the water all over Okeechobee, South Bay, Belle Glade and every-. thing on this side of the lake and it was terrible. The water came up as far as the city limits of Okeechobee. (Just about where Southwest Twenty-First Street is now.) It blew houses off the lake and people were washed so far away and it took months and months to find them. I went down with some friends right after the hurricane and there was nothing left standing any- where except for one concrete block building in Belle Glade." Here is a story Twila took down in an interview on Septem-. ber 18, 1988, sixty years after that terrible storm. "Olive and Robert Tombs Light- sey were the parents of 12 children, six boys and sL\ girls. They had lived LAKE OKEECHOBEE AREA,FLORIDA. LIMITS OF EXTENSIVE FLOOD DAMAGE. i926 AND 1928 HURRICANES SCALE fIN MILES .m ..--. A ... .. Submitted graphic The areas around Lake Okeechobee damaged by the savage hurricane of 1928 are shown on this map. The Lightseys of Okeechobee lived at the top of the lake on the western edge of Eagle Bay. The towns at the south side of the lake were nearly wiped off the map., / only a short time in the home Robert had built for his large family on the western edge of Eagle Bay. In 1928, Eagle Bay extended along most of the distance from just west of the Lakeshore curve to about a mile east of the Kissimmee River. The new Lighlsey home w\as locat- ed on a ridge at the edge of Eagle Bay a mile or so east of the Kissim- mee Ri er. Also residing in the same area were the families of James and Monroe Lightse). The storm of 1928 altered all their lives fore\ er. Olive Lightsey was 91 yeais old when she was interviewed in 1982. The terror and horrible memories of these few hours was still vivid in her mind even then. "It had been bad all day, but not as bad as it was going to be. Just thunder and lightning. It was at night and my husband had build a little house we could put the veg- etables and canned goods in. 'We finally saw that we were going to have to leave it (the main house). The storm was getting so strong and we knew the wind was going to blow it away. And we made for that little house that he had built out there. I had a son and he was just about three weeks old. I had him in my arms. I come through the house, grabbing what I could save and I grabbed a sheet off the bed and wrapped him up and went on out to this barn.' Twila said that in an interview with Mary Lightsey Veasey she recalled that the baby was born about July 25th of that year, which would have made him about six weeks old at the time of the storm, not three weeks old as Mrs. Lightsey said. "We got out there and we went in E\ ery one of the children was in except one of them and she got in later. There \\'as stairs and a lot of the children got up there. It w\as just raining and pouring and mn son, De\\ard climbed up in a tree and spent most of the night there and he survived Apparently, at some point, the building turned ovei and Mary, who was only si.\ years old at the time, recalls that her Uncle James put her and her sister, Opal, up on a stove and the water came up on them. She is not sure how high, but it might ha\ e been waist high on tht mr "It %\as dark when we went in and iit \as still dark -, hen \\e came out. Just as w\e came out of that lit- tle old house, there was a big tree standing iight outside close to the door. And it fell down. We all sat on that log the best we could. I had my little baby and I had him in my arms all the time we were sitting on that log. I had to hold him up high to keep the waves from washing him from out of my arms, of course, the rain wasn't as bad as it had been, but wind was still going and the water was high. This was after the worst part was over. My daughter, Adell, was holding my husband's brother's baby who was about three months old, it was cry- ing and we had a time. It got so rough she dropped it and we lost it. The waster was deep and it just swept everything back. It was an awful night and I hope there is never another one." "Then it finally slacked down and my husband and his brother, James got into a boat and paddled over to where my sisters lived. He came back in another boat and picked the rest of us and we spend the rest of the night at their house." So, Floridians have different feelings about summer storms. A biggish storm never comes, but someone doesn't say, "Do you remember the storm that..." INI/Nena Bolan Red, white and blue Santa Santa wears his patriotic colors in the aftermath of his busy delivery schedule. Sometimes he can be seen at the intersection of Sixth Street and Avenue C. in Moore Haven. ;....7~ Uffw~~Hn you need a service, calla ro starting as low as $12.50 per week, per block. | rIfyou would like a Call A Pro ad lease call us at 863-983-9148 " or e-mail us at southlakeads@newszap.comi to place your ad! SUNRISE : : -" .. S' eating SerLices (863) 675.2878 .hMN'moN Conn DowOI Gu SW. 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Fire Rescue Volunteers gathered smoke detectors and supplies. P.B.C. Fire Rescue volunteers, Brandon Langenwalter (left) and Gilbert DeLeon (right) install a new smoke detector in Alberta Davis' home Saturday, Dec. 9. Fire rescue volunteers promote home fire safety ,By Nina G. Wills On Saturday, Dec. 9, the local Palm Beach County Fire Rescue Volunteers of the western division distributed smoke detectors and talked with local residents about fire safety. Eight volunteer firefigitlis of the western division went to Lake Breeze Trailer Park, near Rardin Park and made house visits r... the ninet~ -f,:uir trailers The ,':olunimer firefighters were also accompanied by two Sheriff Explorers who acted as Spanish translators. .The nev. smoke deleclors trE p.id for b\a fd!' :d.A pil.ra -, The Fire: Deparltrerit receives the grant money to purchase smoke detectors which are installed in lo-minco:re housing and the homes of the elderly. "We like to take one reighbor- hood at a time and blitz it. In three to four hours, our volunteers can cover the entire area," said Battal- ion Chief Kevin Rattey, chief of Palm Beach County's. Volunteer Fire Department Alberta Davis and Pamela Collins were busy decorating their home with Christmas lights when volunteers Brandon Langenwalter and Gilbert DeLeon stopped by. RB.C. Fire Rescue volunteers, Brandon Langenwalter (left) and Gilbert DeLeon (right) install a new smoke detector in Alberta Davis" home Saturday, Dec. 9. They eagerly allowed the vol- unteers to enter their home and' ieplac'.: lh-i, old smoke detec- l,:is The pr ocedure took less than five minutes. Alberta Davis said, "It is really nice that they are stopping by tb check on us. It shows that people really do care, I now feel safer in mI h,:,rne." Volunteers also showed resi- dents how to replace the batteries and reminded them ':,rio ltit the smoke detector ,riii alter tip.lacing the batteries. The holiday season is an impor- tant time of year to remind local residents about fire safety., Too often, residents leave ':,i jning ca.n- dles and space heaters unattended and a fire starts. If there are no properly func- tioning smoke detectors in a home, lives are put in jeopardy: RB.C. Fire Rescue volunteers, Joseph Sampson (left) and Brandon Langenwalter (right) gather more supplies and smoke detectors to install in local homes Dec. 9. The smoke detector installation 500 units are distributed and program is done throughout install-ideachyear. Palm Beach County and 400 to This program makes citizens aware of the dangers of smoke inhalation and educates citizens on fire safety. Chief Rattey believes that this' program allows the Fire Department to go on the offensive to prevent future fires. "It's a shame that people do not realize that these five dollar smoke detectors can save a life," said Chief Rattey. 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Douglass Fertilizer is a Drug Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. OLDCASTLE LAWN & GARDEN Moore Haven Florida Office Asst. Needed Computer and Organization Skills will be a plus. This po- sition will be working with dispatch and truck scales. Call for more info: Janette Martin 863-946-1027 Post Office Now Hiring. Avg. Pay $20/hour or $57K annu- ally including Federal Bene- fits and OT. (800)709-9754 USWA Ref #P5799 Ex- am/Fee Req. How do you find a job In today's competitive market? In the employ- ment section of the clas- sifieds The GEO Group, Inc. A worldwide leader in privatized corrections BENEFITS INCLUDE: HEALTH, DENTAL, VISION, LIFE, DEPENDENT LIFE INSURANCE & 401K RETIREMENT NOW HIRING 33 Correctional Officer's For Facility Expansion MOORE HAVEN CORRECTIONAL FACILITY 1990 East SR 78 NW Moore Haven, FL 33471 Phone: 868-946-2420 Fax: 863-946-2487 Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V S-PRESCHOOL TEACHER- Immokalee Indian SReservation High School Diploma & C.D.A. credential, 45 hours DCF training. Ability to meet the County's licensing agent requirement. Ability to secure and maintain a FL Class D License with a "P" (passenger) endorsement. Fax resume to (954)967-3477 Find It faster. Sell it soon- Find it faster. SeH It soon- Findt aster. Se It soon- er in the classflefds er In the classilfeds er in the classilines Empoyen Full Tim r cAwmHTVcnr The Seminole Casino in Immokalee is seeking fun, energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join the area's HOTTEST entertainment venue immediately Quality individuals seeking CAREER OPPORTUNITIES and ADVANCEMENT are encouraged to apply TODAY Pick YOUR career and embark on a new adventure Cage Cashier Cocktail Server Count Team Member Dining Room Host/Hostess Dining Room Server . Dishwasher ,. - SLine Cook iLJ ,; -.L Players' Club Representative Poker Brush Prep Cook Security Officer TAD/Gaming Machine Customer Service Representative TAD/Gaming Machine Technician We are also seeking candidates for these management positions: Public Space Supervisor TAD/Gaming Machine Floor Supervisor -Benefits available for ALL employees www.theseminolecasino.com 7, Apply in person TODAY! 506 S. 1st St. Immokalee, FL 1-800-218-0007 The Seminole Casino is a Drug-free Workplace IMUE r- I .v -wr .11%7 -'I'M.. -1 - ek . -. / *k Thrursday, Decemberi 28,206- I' I. ~ u~ I Employment- Flail Tlimeira1B- Emplymen Empl FumnnffaiT I t - Eumployment Ful Tme 02051g Employen Ful Tme 20 Empoyen -lime - Iues UjUl Engineer in Training or Professional Engineer Hendry County is seeking an entry level engineer with a Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or a related degree, to assist the Hendry County Engineer in the design and planning of roadways, hydraulic systems, water and sewage systems, storm water and drainage facilities, irrigation and water conservation projects and other engineering projects. The minimum requirements include a Bachelor's Degree in civil; agricultural, rural, .or related field of engineering; knowledge of CAD and GIS software. Call 863- 675-5222 for a complete position announcement. Applications, job description aind requirements can be obtained from the Personnel Department located in the Courthouse Square, 165 South Lee Street In LaBelle or at the Hendry County Sub Office In Clewiston. Salary range between $36,920 $60,000 depending on qualifications. Veterans' preference as outlined in the Florida Statutes; Hendry County Is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug/Smoke Free Work Place. Applicants with dsabilitles or needing assistance in the application or hiring process should contact the Human Resource Department This position will be open until filled. Bridge Tender/LaBe le Airport- The person selected forthis position will be res onsible for inspecting mechanical, electrical devices on the bridge & maintain a look out for boats. Also assist pilots, answer radio, check fuel facilities and fill out appropriate daily forms. Knowledge of boats, boating procedures, & bridge controls preferred. Must have a clean FlRoridaDrivers License. Mechanic I. Basic mechanic knowledge, experience as an automotive service worker or Mechanic's helper preferred. Mechanic II. Graduate from an approved course in heavy & diesel mechanics, three years experience. Both Mechanic positions require class B drivers license. Must have a High School .Diploma or GED. Both located in Clewiston. Highway Maintenance Technician II. Maintains hignways. municipal and rural roads, and rights-ot-ways in safe condition. Knowledge in use of standard equipment and hand tools used in field. Must nave a clean, valid Florida Commercial Drivers license, Class B or higher with air Drake endorsement Heavy Equipment Onerator L This is skilled work in the operation of public works equipment Must nave two years experience in the operation ol highway cons truction and maintenance equipment similar to that o01 assignment or any equivalent combination el training and expenence Maintenance Technician II- Semi skilled manual work involving various maintenance construction. & plumbing tasks. Requires plumbing experience. possessiori ot a valid Flonda drivers license with acceptable driving record. Must nave a Hign Scrhool Diploima or its equivalent. GIS Coordinator for the LaBelle office. Must rave Bachelor ot Science from an accredited college or university in computer science, geography, or related field with considerable experience in n e use or geographic information systems or 8yrs equivalent experience. Annual Salary is between $45,000-$50.000. Electrical Inspector Must have 8 yrs. experience with a licensed contractor. Tne positions are full lime with medical benefits, retirement. sick arid vacation leave. These positions will be open until filled. Job descnption & applications can be obtained in the Satellite Ohice in Clewisioni and tme Courthouse Square in LaBelle in tne HR Deparimenl. Vet Pret. EEO Drug tree. Applicants needing assistance in Ithe application process should contact the Hendry County Commissioners HR department TEACHER; & ASSISTANT Immokalee Indian Reservation High School diploma/GED C.D.A. credential or willingness to gain. Valid Florida CDL, class D with P endorsement. Computer skills preferred. Experience working with children. Apply in person @C Immokalee Field Office/Preschool 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 LPN I or 11 fferalema i i I | I iI, cc,v 11 w C i llvs.,v, i. lwlt,I le I rduil Full imet- El IRll R SiaUuptriisot 2 nidlca R9 l|..iSip.cnisito V.I h1 ,1 -itR. i a d iIp a s Im s ir, I tiI i wfv.ri, '.it:ALS PA, I Per Olcm. C.N.A or t N.A Menilor Tech Mui I,,, 1 jil. C P i q C1'idl .,l rip .,n.,lluiint rlh,i.h, ,iL l,,n Fdll lnmoLPN or C ,A. IiAfCt) M. i i',"i P 1 I.'. ll' l l i j' J 0 l( ,,d ji 'J- n10 Full time RN Nurse Mai er Speci Care |ER. 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Phone: 863-902-3079 or Fax resume to: 863-983-0805 Drug Free Workplace EOE Buying a cap? Look In the Looking fop a place to classifleds. Selling a hang your hat? Look no car? Look In the cldass- frthe thanM t elansl- nflds. fe110 . TIMEKEEPER: Needed lor a produce packinghouse. Duties include. answering phones, record keeping, keeping Irack 01 employees lirre. Must be able to travel. Hourly + Benefits. Please call Maria Jimenez @657-4421 or Apply @ 807 E Min St.. lmmrri ilee TREEHOUSE LEARNING CENTER Has sevral open.;rgs coming soon. F/ for pre-K leacners, musi nave current CDA, speak Engiisn iand be enrolled or seeking college credit classes in Early Childhood. Fax or mail resume to: Tree House Learning Center 1309 N.W. Ave L Belle Glade, FL 33430 561-993-3800 561-993-3807 FAX We've raised pay for Florida regional drivers! Home every weekend! Home during the week! Strong consistent freight! 95% no touch! Pre- planned freight! $.43 per mile HEARTLAND EXPRESS (800)441-4953 www.heart- landexpress.com. OAK BROOK OF LABELLE Now Hiring RN's, LPN's, CNA's Housekeeping CALOOSA BELLE is looking for an U - Part time time with somewhat flexible hours The ideal candidate will be self-motivated with an outgoing personality, more than average computer skills, bilingual a plus, understanding of digital photog- raphy and reliable transportation. The Caloosa Belle offers a unique work environment where employees are trusted and empowered. e-mail resume to: jkasten@strato.net Gee The GEO Group, Inc. A worldwide leader in privatized corrections' BENEFITS INCLUDE: HEALTH, DENTAL, VISION. LIFE, DEPENDENT LIFE INSURANCE & 401K RETIREMENT CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS RECREATION SPECIALIST VOCATIONAL INSTRUCTOR (PC Support) SUBSTANCE ABUSE INSTRUCTOR LIEUTENANT SERGEANT COOK SUPERVISOR MOORE HAVEN CORRECTIONAL FACILITY 1990 East SR 78NW Moore Haven, FL 33471 Phone: 868-946-2420 Fax: 863-946-2487 Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V The Seminole Tribe of Florida has openings at our Big Cypress Reservation Health Clinic: LPN: Provide ambulatory Nursing services. Phone triage. Administer meds, therapeutic treatments. diagnose testing. Assist w/transport. Home visits. Active FL LPN license required. Current BLS cer- tification. Medical Social Worker: Coord. medical care with clinic & outside providers. Provide assessment & prevention services. Provide counseling regarding medical care. MS degree in Social Work, Psych, Menal Health, or Family Therapy or Bachelors w/ minimum 2 years exp. Minimum l yr. clinical exp. w/dual diagnosis patients (Chemical Dependency! Mental Health). Community Health Rep.: Home Health for pa- tients., transport, assist in clinic, vitals, draw blood. HS diploma & previous health care exp. re- quired. Valid FL Drivers License required. for all. Resume to galtman(Psemtribe.com or fax 954-967-3477. Details @ www.semtribe.com FINANCE DEPARTMENT Has one (1) position available for METER READER $9.50 an hour with benefits The City of South Bay is accepting applications for a Meter Reader. The class will be responsible for read- ing, connecting/disconnecting, installing or repairing meters, repair of water and sewer lines and answ. customers questions. This position must be able to operate moderate equipment. Must have a high school diploma or GED. Must have a valid Florida's Drivers Lic. Background checks and drug screenings will be required is part of the application process. Veteran's preference. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Apply at the City of South Bay, Human Res. Dept. 335 SW 2nd Ave. South Bay, FL 33493 Fax resume to (561)996-7950 Email to parchmentarasouthbaycity.com The City of South Bay is an Equal Opportunity Employer ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER GAS/CONVENIENCE STORE Big Cypress Reservation Minimum 1 yr. supervisory experience. Food sales experience a plus. Excellent communication & computer skills. Good leadership skills, positive attitude. Flexible hours, FL Drivers Lic. High School Diploma or GED. Excellent Benefits incl. medical, dental & 401K, food & fuel allowance. Salary based on exp. Fax resume to (954) 967-3477 -Jo Infrmaion 022 o-b inomation^^ DAILY WORK DAILY PAY ALL TYPES OF WORK AVAILABLE LABOR (4 FINDERS 202 E Sup.rland Hwy (A-,.so m Clenur- Ir) (863) 902-9494 NOTICE Independent Newspapers will never accept any advertise- ment thai is illegal or con- sidered fraudulent. In all cases of questionable val- ue, such as promises ol guaranteed income from work-at-home programs if it sounds loo good to be true, chances are that it is. If you have questions or doubts aboul 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. Services Babysitting 405 ChHd Care Needed410 Child Care Offered415 Instruction 420 Services Offered 425 Insurance 430 Medical Services435 DELIVER OUR PRECIOUS CARGO: Be a Hrindy County School Board Bus Driver. Contact the Trdrispor ialon iDepl. at 863-674-4115 or Cheryl Jameson at jamesonc@ hendV y k 12 I us CHIPPER CHOPPER LAWN SERVICES Free Estimates SCallTravis at ,863i2l4-8052 NEW SELF STORAGE 46 units 7x15, 8x15,10x15, 10x30,12x30,15x25. Full electric, secure on Commereio St. 350ft. from Clewiston Police Dept. 863-983-6663, 863-983-2808, after hrs. 863-983-8979 Apply at: 250 Broward Ave LaBelle,FL 33935 [ STORE MANAGER Gas/Convenience Store EOE Big Cypress Reservation Financial Business Opportunities 305 Money Lenders 310 Tax Preparation 315 ALL CASH CANDY ROUTE Do you earn $800/day? 30 Ma- chines, Free Candy All for $9,995. (888)629-9968 B02000033. CALL US: We will not be undersold! Earn some extra cash. Sel your used Items In the classflieds High School Diploma, Associates Degree preferred. Minimum of 1 year retail experience. Excellent communication skills. 2 years supervisory/management experience. Flexible hours, FL driver's license. Pay based on experience, with benefits. Fax resume to 954-967-3477 SHOP MECHANIC King Ranch-Florida has an immediate opening for a Shop Mechanic. Requires experience repairing farm equipment and implements, diesel engines, A/C, electrical and hydraulic systems. Must have own tools. 50+ hrs. per week. Salary based on experience. Complete benefit package including medical, dental, life insurance, retirement, 401 (k), vacation, holidays and sick pay. Drug-free workplace/EOE. For an application, please call (561)996-7257 The most important 20 minutes of your day is the time spent reading with your child from birth to age nine. Merchandise Air Conditioners 505 Antiques 510 Appliances 515 Appliance Parts 520 Beauty Supplies 525 Bicycles 530 Books & Magazines535 Building Materials540 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 s Games 730 VCRs 735 Wanted to Buy 740 AC W/HEAT- Central package unit. 3.5 ton. York, never in- stalled $1550 15611447-6538 ANTIQUE TOYS- Over 100 'ieirs :,1, F. i en,.ire, ar i,600 will oar.31P 363-16,--l':'5 DISHWASHER, white 3 years old, Top of the Line, $50 (863)674-0281 DISHWASHER- White, Works very well. $50. (863)357-7136 FLAVOR WAVE OVEN: Very good condition. As Seen On TV. $50. (863)675-3401 MICROWAVE- Hot Point, Good condition. $15. (863)467-4567 SHOW TIME ROTISSERIE & Bar-B-Que: As Seen On TV: Very good. $50. or 863-675-3401 LaBelle area, STOVE- GE Electric, 30" self cleaning, white, like new, used 6 month's, New $450 asking $185 (863)467-2040 STOVE- Hotpoint, like new, $125(863)612-5457 BICYCLE- Men's 21 speed. Good condition. $35. (863)763-0634 DISCOVERING STATISTICS- College book, 2nd edition, great condition, $80 (863)763-3334 :B ildng 'STEEL BUILDING CLEARANCE SPECIALS...M manufacturer direct at substantially dis- counted prices. Withstand high wind and heavy snow. Limited quantities. For SPE- CIALS, call Pioneer. 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I I/2BA $149.000 from $199.900 Davdsonm Rd 2 ac NEC Li"iit iih 3BR. 211A Harlem $85K I i ..In.' 4 "iJ. tII 4BR, 2BA New Home 3BR.2BA Harlem 85K Resuintial i09.900 iii F,,r $329,000 MOBILE HOMES Watercress Farmnn 15 .... 3BR. 2BA Royal P.im Montura 3BR/2BA Ploner Plantation L $249.,000 DWMH 1.25 acres Woodlands SD 2 lots ,,ji REDUCED to $105.000 Y'qds L2 REIM 2BR, 2BA, 2 story Mntura 2/2 SWMH d 35,0each Ilki:$_ 1 _a I $140, 000 n r Ci, ..... ;,,i.'. ,,j Home on Taft Blvd. with +2.5 acres 570.000 223 na:-es P ncer $L9. .,i _ 2.5 acres. 5225.000 3BR, 2BA DWMH Pioner 7 kL, 556.500 ich eI I I' I . 4BR, 2BA $340,000 +5 acres. $214,900 Ptonee-r 11 lotr toeo N i , 3BR. 2BA Pool w. 8.7 4BR 2BA. Doublewide c52.5000 ecich ... . CalNow For a Shon i!.n acres $729,900 N COMMERCIAL N .j CIS c-i'n. . Condo Bass Capital VACANT LAND r $169,000 Montura 1 25 acre lots Sn4f f + ..i 3BR. IBA Corner Lot avail. Call for Listings. 100 ares $2.5m 3BR. IBA Corner Lot ,, $179900 Cbi, et Shop 48 q.ft 2BR. BA,l ith guest- Flaghole 2.41 acres bmet Sho 00psq.ft. house & pool $299.900 $135I000 Apt. $200.001) ... '&, n .1('I A n jA F ro m -._4IL I_ II W .t ;I 4It IB I -( d^^Wl~nj C ! clwr T*TmAv ewLrairnriS I I 51Freal *Bmuud40acr3vrilp ra.in Thngeki Ave. 5 u-to dA m M'H. 2 c,'vtr in i9,U.ou"IJ S 120 O0fl Hr%.',. -2 10, E-. It2 as43 PRrd .od L25Aam j75&627 HmnClA, 6 05 Hwy 27 H'.'irr12 ,.A'Pa Np ., ; 6N~l ''BementiuCelar .n lU ror ;inve'-d,mkrW. ang,s aridom Ca I'.''SOLD- *5 wes4 2aT1RE DUCED FOP QuICK SALE $I iI(U.I *lueen Aver. 5 .1cf-NIll15OiR? *13707 Center Ave. Ii(', 3, 1 S m)1) 11-1' - 10 Acres im inpf-)%F-J p.), iurE neair Hv,-, l.;V .25 acrei, 7 .H;, .% .. -30 acres pl l o nr'.~iF"l'.,' ne- 863-946-3900 ': US Hwy. 27. Moore Haven evy A. Davis t,. v. ... h 'VERGLADES *-. R REALTY, INC. BON TIA %.RINt.S .1. ~ ~ ~ ~ i I LA'., I-I NB 'ORE HAVEN IF 1. ii it-I.' ri, I'ii. I ,ii 1 '1 .11i-. r 1 II , 'k1 t T Mi Ii, tINI TURAI.1 ,1. oo - ar i h h in. -ioj a I I --o CLEWISTON -3 BR- .1 EA MNf "Lrg ZSr,-r E':rr.- 4 Mke-an Uf BP. I BA H i c rnei 1,, Ar- A R~ .u.-l 1,i 1. 3 Bk2 BA IMEi{.vLi,.a~pf.rii -4BR.-)BA NMH iitl.add 1,hC iBP 2BA CBS Henc.ni T S'jril-in~ud Fri d W, 61ill Al $I2 3BSR.2BA on D, dwxRd Ha -4 BR. 3 BA Wwer(.froimt uilnc. Oir LWA.pr patio. & momrr I3PR 15BA 4.arpirH...... M 'llo c I .I~l'l 4 1,. -.,DR 2 5BAR,4.&arCpnI. LrC *1BE, i BA H.11.n,. F,1'=r.,!,z v Ir 1 111' l31o" OCrth S *.BI' -. BA NH. Ridpddi IRd MOORE RAVEN,' LAKEPOW 2 CBS VuplI%- ) BR I BA? IM Oard-, $2 29 Qflid. fr 601. Lrl..IN' w 2, r.1H .fl, Lrpg .Ad 1I,-,r'Hr Nlcht cub 1 !V h. I'U IIMI tL-LLE BEAUTIFUL NORTH CAROLI- NA MUST SEE BEAUTIFUL 8 COLORFUL FALL FOLI- AGE! WESTERN NC MOUN- TAINS Homes, Cabins, Acreage & INVESTMENTS. Cherokee Mounlain Really GMAC Real Estate, Murphy. cherokeemouniairlrealry.com Call lor Iree Drocnure (800)841.5868. DIVORCE$275-S350*COVERS children. etlc Only one sig- ralure requirelO' Evcudes govl lees' Call weekdays 800)462-2000, ext 600. 8am-6pm) Alta Divorce, LLC. Established 1977. Great Florida Real Estate Auc- tion 38+ properties at auc- tion Many selling absolute, regardless of price. Houses, Condos, Farms, Acreage, Commercial, Health Food Store, Marina, Building lots, Duplexes! All to be sold Jan 13th-Jan. 17th. Visit www.CampenAuctions.com for details or call Ben Camp- en Auctioneers 352)505-0560 or 866)633-4460 Lic RE Bro- ker AU201 AB2118. Gulf front lots $595k. Homes starting mid $300k. New master planned ocean front community on beautiful Mustang Island, near Corpus Christi, TX. www.cinnamon- shore.com, (866)891-5163. NC Gated Lakefront Commu- nity. Pleasantly mild climate 1.5 acres, 90 miles of shore- line. Never offered before with 20% pre-development discounts, 90% financing. Call (800)709-5253. NO STATE INCOME TAX! Low property taxes, Four Sea- sons, Southern Hospitality, Tennessee Lakefronts start- ing under $100,000 Views Properties from $25,000 Lakeside Realty (888)291-5253 www.lake- siderealty-tn.com (1248). NORTH CAROLINA MOUN- TAINS 3.5 acres on the- headwaters of Valley River! Drive & house pad cleared. High elevation. $119,500. valleytownrealty@.veri- zon.net (800)632-2212 val- leytownrealty.com TAX DEED TITLE INSURANCE WITHOUT A QUIET TITLE ACTION FASTER & CHEAP- ER Dave Schumacher, Presi- dent, Tax Title Services (949)798-1180 www.taxtit- leservices.com TRANSFER PUMP- New, 2", Extra motor & pump. $200. (863)697-9704 WOLFF TANNING BEDS Buy Direct and Save! Full Body units from $22 a month! FREE Color Catalog CALL TODAY! (800)842-1305 www.np.etstan.com. Join aH the people who say, "I sold Rhi the des- rstllas." "" Agriculture WYOMING RANCH DISPER- WEB TV- |21 fleiw, in bO.. SAL 35 acres $49,900 75 Magnavo. Plus. Sony |1) . acres 1.95 900: Snow- Ma.gnrvo, Cla-si: $75 will 1 l, 509 capped mountain views. Sur- .:1 separate I b -3 ).63-2-.7 - rounded by govt land. Abun- dant wildlife. Recreational Christmas Trees 745 paradise. Low taxes. EZ Farm Equipment 805 ierms Call Ulah Ranches, CHAINSAW- Poulani Pro. -1 Farm Feed/Products 810 LLC (888154l-52b3. 2ch PAINSAW-ou d Fue Farm Miscellaneous 815 .(. c 18" 2 PiCk-up rod Fuel Farm Produce 820 ,Mfsfl Tanks, w.' hand pump $39tq Farm Services : will separate 15 m)951-8767 Offered 825 u GENERATOR- Briggs & Siral- Farm Supplies/ ton, 550;850 10 rip, new. Services Wanted 830 BASS GUITAR, Fender ja3z. $325 (5611951-81a6 Fertilizer 835 Marcus Miller Sianaiure Horses 840 model, Like new $5s5 GENERATOR, Powerbess. Landscaping (863)357-7406 poriable 5500 w,,in 7350 Supplies 845 GUITAR- JOHNSON Acoustic, R$790 (863169S ra37 L avestnk 855 Black, excellent tone, seldom $790.(86369Poultry/Supplies 860 used, like new, soft case, One man's trash Is anoth- Seeds/Plants 860 $95(863)6349316 er man's treasure. Turn Flowers 865 YAMAHA PIANO -Upright, your trash to treasure very good cond., $300 with an ad In the classi- (863)675-4212 fleds.s APPALOOSA GELDING, white, BABY MINI POT BELLY PIGS COLOR GAME BOY- with 12 years old. Shots up to date. BABY MINI POT BELLY PIGS adapters, lights w/magnifier For intermediate rider. $900 $50(863)983-7702 6 games $100 (863)763-0367/801-9494 BOSTON TERRIER PUPS- (4) (863)763-3551 FILLY- 6 me old. Registered Males, ready Feb. 1st for SLOT MACHINE- takes tokens, Quarter Horse, Running bred, Valentines Day, Parents on electric, asking $275 like Gray, Very gentle. $600. Premises, Will have shots new, (863)467-8683 (863)763-6968/634-0253 and Cert., Taking Deposit's, $300 each (863)697-2936 TMX ELMO, brand new, still in HORSE TRAILER- '91, Hart, 3 box, never opened, $70. stalls, small tac room in CAT- Siamese Lynx Point (863)467-5299 back. Large stock room. paws. Male. 3 mo. $500. TMX ELMO! New 10 th Anni- $2000. (863)201-3492 (863)357-3369 versary Edition, in box. LEATHER SADDLE- 16" soft CKC PEKINGESE PUPS- 6 wks $130. (561)818-1352 seat, brand new $275 or old on Christmas, 3 white, 3 _. k best offer (863)467-7295 beige all shots, beautiful $450-$600 (863)983-7211 COCKATIEL, $30 ,..- (863)467-5709 DACHSHUNDS- w/papers, 7 months old, $300 (863)634-2479 anytime. 11 w JACK RUSSEL PUPS- (3),CKC A lo4tra reg., call for details READIWNGA FREE (863)634-3457 NEWSPAPER On Line Ad Service MIN. PINSCHER PUPPIES, 8 e Buy -Sell-Trade weeks. CKC Reg. Shots & makes you o more informed e l health papers. $400 each. and interesting person. No 863-467-1304 '(863)634-1062 wonder newspaper readers www.okeechobee-horse-trader.com PIT BULL PUPS (9): 3 male, 6 are mre mo ccessfell LSae Tn.he Grea er female. Mother is registered. Available wk after Christmas. $300 each. 863-763-1001. wja sai ly jl CASH PAID FOR Used DishLAWNMOWER- Snapper, Rid- Network (NOT DIRECT TV) LAWNMOWER- Snapper, Rid- POOL TABLE, 8" Regulation, Satellite boxes (not dishes). ing, Runs but needs battery $300PL TABLE, 8 Regulation, Highest Price Paid. Have $150(863)517-1574 $300(863)357-3240 model number ready when RIDING MOWER- Murray, POOL TABLE, Slate w/acces- calling. Toll Free 14hp, 2 cyl, 42" deck, many sories- $450 or best offer. (866)642-5181 x1134. new parts, w/new utility cart, (863)467-6088 NEW COIN COLLECTOR want- $500 (863)763-3551 R -ing to add to my collection. Please call to sell coins & Grab a bargain from your Im I0 paper money 239-693-4891 neighbor's garage, SHOT GUN, Automatic or dou- attic, basement or clos- CAR STEREO SYSTEM, ble barrel, 16 or 20 gauge et In today's classifeds. (2) 12" subwoofers, 1200w, Please call (561)261-0766 box, 1800w amp, $600 or P e ( 6 best offer (239)503-5020 WANTED: FLORIDA ART A.E. Backus, J. Hutchinson How fast can your car H. Newton, G. Buckner, E. Okeechobee Livestock go? It can go even faster Buckner, L. Roberts, A. Hair, Market Sales when you sellit In the R A. McClendon, S. Newton, Every Monday-12pm & every cinaswiet, BIG $$ (772)562-5567 Tuesday-11am. 763-3127 Rentals Real stae MOORE HAVEN 33471 g -gRN* TOP LOCATION- Will Divide Apartments 905 Business Places Cirv block reNiT lo Curt- Business Places 910 Sale 1005 riouije.igoverrnmien criter, Commercial Commercial rign shol I500 feel oil U Property 915 Property Sale 1010 #27 Ideal for Bank, Fast Condos/ Condos/ Food, Law. Medical. Retail. Townhouses Rent920 Townhouses Sale1015 Realtor. Insurance, elc. Farm Property Farms Sale 1020 Rent 925 Houses Sale 1025 Lill owner- FPal House Rent 930 Hunting Property 1030 Land Rent 935 Investment . Resort Property Property Sale 1035 Rent 945 Land Sale 1040 la -RS e 0 Roommate 950 Lots Sale 1045 Rooms to Rent 955 Open House 1050 Storage Space Out of State HIGHLAND CD.. 20 a,:r Rent 960 Property- Sale 1055 lencei + ;ujr'.2ti M.'H f Property Inspection 1060 La, i135 000 per acre For Real Estate Wanted 1065 rire inrcalioll 305.8F,.5'552 Re rt Property -1070 "LAND AUCTION' 300 Props Warehouse Space 1075 [iJ ,i e' Sold' Low Down, AVAILABLE NOW, C,,Tirnr.:ul Waterfront Property 1080 i (10) -16( Fl 0 w CaLAN1 space lor [rent lIoGaLell11-AUCTION.com NRLL Clewiston. Approx800sf area, ..East:AB2509, Bul- Hwy27frontage. Acrossfrom B i Pziuk:AU3448, John- Clewiston Inn. Second space ston : AeU 344-9, tentatively available by Mauk:AU3447. February, 2007. For info call TANNING BED BUSINESS 239-229-2199 or 2 Beds, 1 Booth PRICED TO SELL. Reduced 40 863-675-0692. Established w/Large clientele. Acres @ $5500/ac. Building Inventory included, new bulbs. Lots (All Sizes) to Large us- I It $15,000 or best offer. Motivat- Acreage Owner Financing ed Seller. (863)885-1718 (800)294-2313 Ext.1385 A BUCKHEADRIDGE- Bar Sales Inc. 7 days LAKE ACCESS: It's never too late to find 7am-7pm Waterfront, LG. 3 BR, 2 BA the perfect gift. Look for w/Sea Wall. 863-634-5236 It In the lassinillds. HOUSES & TRAILER LOTS -s-I MONTURA, 11/4 acre lot, For Rent, Near Clewiston, with septic tank, well, power Dr.L.E.Thompson,Jr. $0 DOWN HOMES Gov't & pole,31'widebyO103' long (754)224-0364 Bank ForeclosuresI Low or concrete pad. High & dry. IMMOKALEE, 3BR, 2BA, near no down No credit OKI Call $60,000 firm,(863)902-0047 Lake Trafford, Call Andrea Now[ (800)749-2905. after5pm for more information. BANK FORECLOSURESI PORT LABELLE, 1A acre lot, (239)657-2779 Homes from $10,0001 1-3 cleared and readytobuild. I bedroom available Re-pos, $42,950. Owner financing. REO's, HUD, FHA, etc. These 10% down & $258/mo. homes must sell! Listings (863)599-1439 call (800)425-1620 ext 4237.O oS Homes from $10,000! 1-3 bedroom available! Re-pos, VIRGINIA MOUNTAINS Large REO's, HUD, FHA, etc. These 5 acre tract along very wide (3)1100 sq. ft. homes must sell! Listings trout stream with private ele- Office Spaces call (800)425-1620 ext vated homesite, secluded, 4237. great view, trees, nearby riv- Available April 2007 er, $59,500 owner Available April 2007 UCKHEAD RIDGE (866)789-8535. (2 blocks from Ready to move in! Glades General Hospital) Spacious 3/2 w/lake access. Owner financing avail. Mn $185,000. (863)634-5236 LaBelle 3/3 Down Town, Near . Courthouse. Lg. rooms, Top i , Area $209K or Annual Lease $1800 Owner. 863-675-1107 The classiteds are the Mobile Home -Lots 2005 most successful sales- PALM HARBOR Factory Liqui- Mobile Home Parts 2010 person In town. nation Sale. 2006 Models Mobile Homes Rent 2015 Must Go! Modular, Mobile& R t Ne e e I Stilt Homes. 0% DOWN Mobil Homes- Sale 2020 When You Own Your Own Land!! Call for FREE Color ,.l . LOOKING TO RENT: 2-3 Bdrm. Brochure. (800)622-2832. House in the NE part of Clewiston. I am a non smoker PORT LaBelle: 4/2 Upgrades w/no pets. Would like a nice, galore! Lg. Rooms, Lg. Yard. LAKEPORT AREA neat, clean & quiet home. Call Near School. Price to sell. Mike @ (754)224-1913 $179,500., or Annual Lease 2BR, No pets. $450. mike.jones@barnard-inc.com $1800. Owner 863-673-5071 mo. (863)227-4417 vis estate 5-' E. Sugarl~ied Hwy.. Clewisturir (863) 983-8559 Cbn-Ic El. Gutab Li, Peal Eme Baituri'j ia l fli-1 ~I''& 1I'4rel A SdrIna '063121843,14 Lpfitl 0M'IL , -2BR"IBA 1HLa.Lpr.~rtahi dre-t i.1 Po,' I L*er '0 A' t R" ib.-aIl Ii te5'109010 rifer' I BR,'IBA Spo nsmansVi7ag. ;. I.'1 55+ Cr.r.mnuinitv SK0 000i 120.,)t *"3 BD' 2 BA 20'i9 CBS H,.mr, MNlc re r'nlt I.-, I Ha -r, t$190.00O L,.od WX 'PIONEER / LADECA / FLAGPOLE 're.n S *.3 BD,2 BA MN-H. beutif 5 ac lot. 180,1Jl0 In-* afrpat,(p.unt 1I 7t St. SI'6,90l) aand,',-p 3BD 1BA MH 5 a,] w Lrgi,a ks. pF l- P, lru li *A-A run, fin'! T"ft BlI'd 1 a a'c.h i i.,'1.iiO0 3BD,2BA MIH. $132.5C.) l t DrIl *0',:r Anwi ,i' Pnvnte.Vo'nXIled 4 se d :i.. ^ .BD"2A MH. LrA cpr. srrvthd. 12&5.00) S ACREAGE, LAND & LOTS '. ID, *r,, .'1 ,' oa tllt i P r' L B ll, fri r t .r.465. il0 *Hl.ri.nh C o 10. 1 & I.) AC nh' .14+.,.j.j. pbrcei ; tarting at f.2.3 500 per ,- t a ".. I *1 'AL. ir, Hnr.,e.hWi Acire h lr liS.O0f0 ) 50 l1 ,li iear FInrd! .3 a Oak lil11, ion.t 55K Aat f a.nlt -'r ac., i1 22 ac MNH I,.1 inr C'Ii;iron I.r -26.5001 RT MONTURA A 1.25 :ac 1 -. aauilibl ,.tfnrting ,,t $25,0L'i SLrg4 BR,2 BA MH 5)i3Oi000 4 4-BD 2;BA iJ-H I 7 ; rd, St M tDii ,a a. W "H. I I r1: at%. 1 r, '.o'0 ""--^ 1<,--'.- "l ..2 4._ -'" :-."--..44A : ... o. S1601 1 .ai .. -. -_-- -. - CLEWISTON COUNTRY ACRES Modular/Floor Plans. From $79,900 & up,, 3/4/51R, 2/3BA, acre & 1/4 available or use your land as down payment. Financing available. Recreation Boats 3005 Campers/RVs 3010 Jet Skiis 3015 Marine Accessories 3020 Marine Miscellaneous 3025 Motorcycles 3030 Sport Vehicles.- ATVs 3035 AIR BOAT- 12', 2 seater with trailer. No motor. $350. or best offer. (863)357-1038 ALUMINUM, V Bottom, 14', Smokercraft w/like new trail- re & 18hp Tohatsu motor. $1850(863)763-4680 BOATERS PROJECT, Too much to list. $2500 (863)824-6781 anytime BOW RIDER, 17ft., w/70hp Johnson, trailer. $750 (863)447-0270 PONTOON BOAT, 24', 60hp Evinrude, $1900 (863)763-9998 RANGER- 14', 50hp Johnson. Trailer included Great gift. $1400. or best offer. 239-233-0413 RANGER 354V 1992, 150 hp Evinrude XP SS Prop., Com- plete rebuild w/less than 75 hrs. 36 v. motor guide, 3 bank charger, tournament rigged. Ranger trailer w/new wheels & tires. Cover. Always garaged. Excellent condition. $10,000. (561)262-0493 promax13@adelphia.net SAILBOAT- 22.8', Sails & 9.9 motor w/swing kill. 3 sails w/spinker & pole. $1900. or best offer. (863)467-7336 SEA KAYAKS- 2, 17', Pursuit & Kodiak, $900. Will separ- ate. (863)357-7406 TRI-HULL, 15ft., 55 hp John- son Motor, $1000 or best offer (863)357-0406 or (863)697-2998 Shop from a gift catalog that's updated regulaly: the classlfleds. COACHMAN CATALINA LITE 200136.5 Ft., Front Bedroom, bunk beds in rear, jackknife couch & slide out. $10,000. (863)467-2309 or email ourbear@earthlink.net MOTOR HOME: Argosy, 1978, air stream product, 28-ft long, AC, fridge, and more. $6000.561-261-0766 RIALTA '99- 23mpg, non smoke, 1 owner, 40K miles, tow pkg, $35,000 (863)674-0898 TRAVEL TRAILER- '95, 26ft., 5th Wheel, Exc. cond. Very clean, $3000 863-763-7727 or 772-263-1803 ROYALS INTER'L- 40, 2 slide outs. Rear kit. Corian tops.. New carpet/blinds, $14 500. (828)890-3202 or 691-2425 YAMAHA WAVERUNNERd 1993 with trailer. Runs good. $1000 (863)467-5299 ANCHORS, Fenders, ;'outrig-. gers, $50 for all or will sep- arate. (863)674-0281 DIRT BIKE- '02 Honda XR80R, Excellent condition. $1000. Firm. (863)634-2475 HONDA 2004 Arrow Shadow 750: Windshield, Low mileage, premium bags, garaged. Ex- tra's. $4,400. (863)983-9585 HONDA CR85R '06- very good condition, runs great, $2200 or best offer (863)599-0788 KAWASAKI KZ1000 '82- Runs and looks real good. Asking $2500 or best offer (863)634-3344 YAMAHA 750 Special 1979, Dry Shaft, Runs great. $600 Lost title. (863)467-2609 af- ter 3pm I Houses Sale I Houses Sale I Houses Sale I Houses Sale I Houses Sale I Houses Sale Houses Sale I Serving the communities south of Lake Okeechobee Thursday, December 28, 2006 I Il IrIO v- f bVV 28I.. 2e tut fe-- __ 1 * '. r .,.... .-._ r-.-.. Smith/Willi Glenn A. Smith GRI 863-983-3508 I)Home site Lot!! In Clewiston, Euild 2)Moore Haven Spacious 4br,'2ba Mo C IA I frfin Ui I 4Zjt.7WA791 10 ii S 4 1,11100 M|LS_#ZUUb/bI 19 3)Talapia Farm Production sold out th Call Glenn for details MLSf: 200645 4)Montura 3.75 acres only 109,900 5)Farm Labor Camp PermittegALE) Pf 6)4 Bedroom Home on .25 acie Ren $174,900 MLS#200683471 7)3br/2ba CBS home on I/3 acre. Ne MLS0200650646 Our New Address 8)New Listing!! 4/2 MH on 7.5 acres 9)Easy Life S/D Remodeled 3/2 Mobil As Of January 2007 Call for appointment $85,000 MLS# IO)Montura Ranch 3/2 Mobile Home on 1 700 West Sugarland Hwy II)REDUCEDI! Must See -1/2 Mobile i Clewiston, FL 33440 115,000.000 MLS# 200644944 Clewiston, FL 33440 12)Seminole Manor Spacious NEW 3/2 Mc Concomemensando enero 2007 Producing 3,1 and 2.1 dl Comensando enero, 2007 MLS# 200661 385 Las Oficinas de 14)Two Acres Davidson Rd. $165.0 Sugar Realty, Inc. 15)15 Acres Cleared Pastuie land Fe Sugar e ynaccess to Clewiston or Labelle $42! sera en: 16)Need Space 5bd/2ba Home on 1 Sugar Suites 17)Nursery 20 Acres Palm trees & much 700 West Sugarland Hwy. 18) Midstate 3 Bedroom Spacious Ho 700 West Sugarand Hwy. Vacan Clewiston, FL 33440 9511 Ridgdill Rd 535k .370 N. 2.3 ac Sik -417 Redish Cir Come And See Us! 365 N. Lindero -$42K Walker/Wood Team Sam J. Ashley P. Walker Wood GRI 863-677-1013 863-228-1132 CLEWISTON - Fish from your backyard! Fabulous new lakefron listing sits on 28 acres w,' oer 1 700i sq h. This 3hd home oflers a new roof. and nea carporr. all fenced. Precd to ;ell z appraised value 51-I74.9K -New Home! 3bd 2ba' 'ar gar. CBS Home, I,670sq it on i012 Texas Ave. $165.500J 3/2 DWMH. 611 Orange Rd. off.?red '.4 $89,900 *3.13 acres land w.' singlewidc. Cleared w/, great cdil fo gardener nursery close to lake and town. Property has unlimited potential I201"'. *Just Listed! 3bd/2ba on Eastside of town S1 59,250.00 FLAGHOLE -2.5 acres on Flaghole Rd. 584,900.00 - Back on Market! Fabulous 3bd/2ba for only S 14i0,9iL- Call tnxd, /for yOui appL - 126 BADE 3jB3WffNGIac LAKEPORT 1 little piece of Heaven! 775 County Rd.'?l toop NE Beauliful 2 story home .% spiral ilar..ase ;voud fl.7ers. Brg ba.cL'arJ w boar 3:ce'S -., rhe kulf & direct access to Lake "C Home on one acre among oak Hammocks. Reduced to $475K MQ'_U.RA . S105 Pinelake Ave the best I .-41 ac lake front lot in Montura ,' $77,900 SIaJELialfS *Back on the Market' 860 South Live Oak2/1 wXt.L- .420 South Lindero $33.900 Lago 5199,990 545 S. Brida St. S28K Dolce $209,990 -Vacant land in Harleml .19 acre lots Call t1 s Ind,% -Vacant land in Port LaBellel $39,500 I'm Moie Inliornation PiOEQiR PLANTATION 4150 Pioneer 1 7th St 2.5 Ac 565K 3 Flamingos missing from 5205 Pioneer 22nd St. 5 Ac 51 30K Sugar Really. PORTLABEL J Call if you have Information. Brand Newt CBS homes now available in Port LaBelle - lots staring a) 29.9K with no credit check Call for more information -- ,, ~ ams Team Charmaine A. SarahA Montgomery Williams 863-697-0189 863-228-6867 I Se abk Espaiol your dream home today!' 30k New Listing! 3bd/2ba/2 car garage bile home with large front porch. Beautiful brand new home with granite count .eQJ tiled through through the end of the year. out located orSW.cres. This is through he end of he year. your chance to move to the country 00 ML# 200686347 249,000.00 00 ML 200847 Back On The Market Newly painted QDJf6$lenn for detallsMLS#.. 200658473 Inside and out this 3bd/lba home is modeled, New Roof, A Must See'!! located in Harlem. Plenty of room to grow. Priced to sell ., 574.900.00 w roof, paint, & fenced. $207,000 I List, Show, and Sell in Pioneer" Fenced Only $230,000 Montura Ranch Estates le Home. New roof, carpet. Ml.bieorHQIs : 200661385 3bd/2ba Doublewide MH on 2.5 25 ac. $99,900 MLS#: 200668993 acres, paved road, comer lot, fenced. Hornme of Merit on 1.25 Acres. Only New roof, new paint, new carpet Only $169,900.00 bile Home MLS# 200682271 $125,000 iplex located on Haiti Ave. $150,000 425 S. Verda $29,900 263 Hunting Club $42,000 00.00 MLS# 200693222 770 S. Shetland $39,900 nced and cross-fenced. Convenient 735 S. Palm 539.000 '5,000 MLS#: 200652207 325 N. Nogal St. 1.25 ac. 539.900 25 Acres. Only $295,000 New Listing! 4bd,'2ba'lcar garage. i more. 1650.000 MLS# 200693196 metal roof. leaded glass entry, fire me $85,000.00 place, bay window, garage door i LOIS opener, ceramic tile & carpet. arch Oliveo 42K .660 N Nogal- S27K %says to living room & dining room, SbUk 529 Kedish Lir 535K french doors to patio. Perfect for - Port I abelle Lots 30k families who love to entertain. 5264.9K Great LocationI 3bd/2ba,'2 car garage, brick veneer, fenced back- 5ard. new roof, storage sheds. Wlcnderful famil- home. 5279,900.00 MH on 1.25 acres in Montura Ranch Estates $98,900 5 Acres in Pioneer potential for great home site S149.3K 5 acres in LaDeca $95K Montura Ranch Estates 363 Appaloosa vwe. (Paved road) 538K 830 S Orange t5 39 9K 735 N. FrqcLmlX7.9K 120 130 S. Coral (2.S Acres) S75K Sky Valley Lots: Starting at 564K CALL ME FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION HOMES, INVESTMENT, OR RESIDENCE Charges H. Kehm III 305-968-2242 I. Commercial Listing Successful Business & Property with over 10,000 sq ft. of Buildings on 'IY acres wi 175' directly on Sugarland Hwy. Priced Reduced to $875K 2. Industrial Property Hurricane Proof Concrete Buildng/L.andscaped' Parking S250K 3. Industrial Lot industrial zoning Reduced to 579.900 for Quick Sale 4. Commercial Lot Need a commercially zoned lot for your business Great Bus at $09.9K wtch owner financing 5. New Residential Ustingt R2 zoned 3bd'lba w/ a ibd!elba Mother in Lw Detached Roorn $158,900 Exceptiomal Value 6. Over 557 Own you own home for less than $49.9K Sportsman's Village 7. Beautiful 2.5 acre wooded home site In Pioneer Plantation. Just Reduced to 574K w/ possible owner financing 8 New ListingI Port LaBelle Beautiful lot $45K Offers Welcome 9. Mobile home lot in Harlem $21 K 10. 720 Jasmine St. I.Sacre tot located in Montura Ranch Estates only 131.8K I 1. 730 Jasmine St. I .Sacre lot locat- ed in Montura Ranch Estates only S31.8K 12. Residential Lot in Port LaBelle offered at $29.9K for Quick Salet Maribel Gonzalez 561-722-7347 Pssssssttt. Have you heard about this improved Sb/i2ba home on .23 acres on Oblspo Ave? It's a beauty with new kitchen cabinets, new roof, and tiled through out. Pass it on. Only $199,900.00 Owner wants Out! It's as simple as that. The owner of this 3bd/1 ba home wants to sell now' Don't be the second caller because it's priced to move fast at S144,900.00 Looking for vacant land? Well bnng your horses because Ive got 1.25 acres tracts available now in Montura Ranch Estates. OCve me a call today A Lot to Love The perfect .re for your future. This lot is located in Port LaBelle and the landscaping is courtesy of mother nature. It's ready for you at 529.500 Get pleasure from this beautiful 3BD/2 BA Mobile home on 2.0i Acres. Enjoy the peacefulness this property has to offer. Property is fenced on North and east side. New deck on the rear of property will be completed soon. Only 7I 75 ,000.00 I .,--; " Your New Beginning Can Start Now!i a Your new beginning can start here In this Squart 3BDI,.5B, home on .25 acre in Clemtsion. The knchen has beautiful cai- netry, counter tops and tiled flooring. Listed .' $130,900 00 E Cathy S. Garcia 863-2284798 REDUCEDU BacL..Oj'Tf. Market. Make Time To Come NrI|I Ifiisl This 3bd 2ba home is beiVM*at Sl 19,950 PLEASE FIND TIME TO COME & ENJOY the beauty of t W cious home on 5 acres of gorg~l 41prlng your fam- ily and Just f _-HJ, cefulness this home In the 'tajff" ,.a to offer. This property also has a small citrus grove that also has its own Irrigation. Feature Listing Here is a cozy 2bed 2 bath home on three lots you won't be able to live with out, with a great location. Price Adjustment- 5179.900 with a $1,000 allowance for appliances, Call me for an appt to see this adorable home. Call Me For All Your Real Estate Needs! 1. Pioneer Plantation Beautiful wood Enrique frame home on 2.5 acres. New AC. Acosta Floors, & Roof $259,000.00 U' 3 f A i,..e C 2. A New Beginning Spacious 3bd/2ba 305-506-5876O 2005 DWMH securitysystem equipped .S iabl ElpBiel on 1.25 acres with beautiful pines. $ 44,900.00 MLSPT 200672747 3. Montura Ranch 4bd DWMH. Split floor plan, his/her sinks in master. large porch, & much more. Motivated seller asking $149,900.00 ML.# 20066133 4. New Listing! Brick home on two city lots with 3bd. Asking only 5189,900.00 MLS# 200686099 5. Need Shed Space? Montura 3bd/2ba DWMH on paved corner lot. Home recently remodeled. Won't last long with 2 sheds. $139,900.00 MLS# 200656790 6. Executive Home Move in condition w/ 5bds, 2 AC units, 2 water heat,'rs, tile throughout, working chimorey. large screen patio, new roof & much more. Motivated Seller asking $5549,900.00 7. Mother-in-Law Suite R2 zoning 3bd CBS home w, I bd suite. Offered for only $158,900.00 ML.v 20066021 3 8. Secluded DWMH on 1.25 acres. Split floor plan, master bath contains large garden tub w/ separate shower, property fenced w/ additional fencing for animals. Next to canal. S124,900.00 Y.anitijdi.n1d 5 455 N. Hacienda $50,000.00 T1 130 N. Arboleda 1.09 acres 6) South Bay NW 2nd St. S39,900 S30,000.00 2) 136 Montura Ave. 1 25 acres 7) 420 Fronda $42,000.00 $39,900 81 155 Estribo $45,000.00 3) 569 Hunting Club Ave. 1.25 9) LaBelle 28 acres asking acres $55,000 00 S901000.00 4) 740 750 S. Palm St. 2.5 acres 580K $980,000.00 FREE APPRAISAL Call for Details 1 00 W S. Ber er d.(- css S -tln~r ATI I 'I .s l DII"I ffiA M 1 1Ntbi Ntc 00*PbcNtie 50 GO CART, 1 Seater, 5 hp, Briggs & Stratton, Runs good. Nice Christmas Gift! $350. (863)801-3890, GO CART, Large, runs & looks Good. New $1200, asking 600 (863)467-8849 GO CART- runs, $300 (863)634-7706 HONDA "03, 4 wheeler, re- con., 250 ES, excellent cond., $1800 (863)467-1717 Automobiles | Automobiles 4005 Autos Wanted 4010 Classic Cars 4015 Commercial Trucks 4020 Construction Equipment 4025 Foreign Cars 4030 Four Wheel Drive 4035 Heavy Duty Trucks 4040 Parts Repairs 4045 Pickup Trucks 4050 Sport Utility 4055 Tractor Trailers 4060 Utility Trailers 4065 Vans 4070 $500 POLICE IMPOUNDS Cars from $5001 Tax Repos, US Marshall and IRS sales! Cars, Trucks, SUV's, Toyo- ta's, Honda's, Chevy's & more! For Listings Call (800)425-1730 x2384. CHEVY CAVALIER'S- For parts 1-'95 Good trans. & body & 1-96 Good motor. $300. for both. (239)867-1558 DODGE NEON '95, 4 door, au- to., a/c, 4 cyl., good on gas, new tires, needs minor work. $750 neg. (863)634-8506 DODGE STRATUS '98: Every- thing works! $2000 or best offer. 863-612-5558. FORD ESCORT ZX2 '99- 5 speed, new AC, runs good, white w/gray interior, $1800 neg. (863)805-2822 FORD MUSTANG- '88, Good shape. Runs good. $2500. (863)634-1746 MR2 1988, Hard to find. Fun car! Sunroof, manual, white, great mileage, FM/CD, Good shape. $1500 (561)924-2208 SATURN 2000: 'AC, runs great. Asking $3000 or will trade for small truck. 863-342-3551 FORD F150 '79, 351 motor, C6 Holley, flowmasters, lots of new parts. $2500 firm. (863)634-3055 JEEP GRAND WAGONEER 1991, 4x4, Good for work. Approx. 80K org. mls. $1200 or best offer. 863-675-4079 FORD- '86, F350, Diesel , parts, truck, $800 (561)951-8767 King Pin Locks w/ keys (2), to lock down trailers. Also an- tennas for radios (2). $100 for all. 772-812-3300 PICKUP TOOLBOX: Fits Dodge Dakota '94 '04. Black UWS diamond plate. $100 neg. 863-763-0852.. SUBWOOFER & AMP: 12" Rockford sub in box. Alpine 320 watt 5 channel amp. $200 neg. 863-801-1683. SUPERCHIP #3714- Fits '03 Dodge Hemi 5.7. $150. Call Jess(863)634-5020 TIRES & RIMS- 4, New, LT275/65R20 on 20" Spoke rims. Fits Fords & GM's $950, (863)357-1784 or 634-2454 TIRES(4): 355x65x18, Nitto Terra Graplers, still have abt 25% tread, equiv to 36" tire. $100. 863-763-7075 TIRES(6): 35x1250x16.5, Su- per Swamper TSL Radials, 4 w/ good tread, 2 spares. $300 neg. 863-634-1890. TONNEAU COVER, Fiberglass, gray, fits '02 current Dodge Ram short bed. $700 Call Heather (863)697-0328 TOOLBOX, Aluminum, for small truck. $75 (863)357-5754 TRAILER HITCH- Off a Buick Century. Good condition. $75. (863)357-1580 TRANSMISSION: '97 Chevy S10, w/ 4.3 engine. Will de- liver from Ft Pierce to WPB area. $500.863-763-2389. READING A NEWSPAPER MAKES YOU A MORE INFORMED AND INfERESTING PERSON. 4B o w.ond e, Psopa, dn amn ore populuil CHEVROLET P/U 1993: Great work truck. $1400. For more info call 863-357-5906. CHEVY- '83, 1 ton Dually, Au- tomatic, w/hydraulic lift dump bed. $1000. or trade. (863)634-7706 CHEVY '83, /2Ton, 350 auto., 2wd, new motor, only 36K mi. Must see! $1100 neg. (863)763-0852 CHEVY PICK UP '93: Dually, white, clean, 2 door, custom, big block/ auto. $6500. 863-674-0898 DODGE RAM 2500- '05, 4 x 4 Quad Cab, diesel, auto, load- ed w/ leather, 100 K Warran- ty $29,500 (863)697-0424 FORD F150- '90, no A/C, $1200 (863)763-5422 or (863)610-0412 UTILITY TRAILER- 6x9, home- made, new condition (new floor, paint, lights, etc). $550 or best offer (863)763-3735 CHEVY VANDURA 1991 w/TV & VCR, White w/blue trim. Asking $2250. neg. (863)763-2345/304-2289 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SPORT 1998, Runs good. Rebuilt engine & trans. $2300 (239)495-0052 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER '95, Excellent cond. Ice cold a/c, p/w, p/l, new battery, 158k, $2000 (863)697-6680 rgIllb nuAlblg Public Notice 5005 State Public - Legal Notice 5500 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR HENRY COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No., 06-182.CP IN RE: ESTATE OF LORETTA W. LAY, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Loret- ta W. Lay, deceased, whose date of death was September 30, 2006, is pending in the Circuit Court for Hendry County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P.O. Box 1760, LaBelle, FL 33975-1760. The names and addresses of the personal repre- sentative and the personal representa- tive's attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM, 'All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or de- mands against decedent's estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SEC- TION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PRO- BATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENTS DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is December 14,2006. Attorney for Personal Representative: /s/ MaryVlasak Snell MARY VLASAK SNELL Florida Bar No.516988 PAVESE LAW FIRM RO. Drawer 1507 Fort Myers, Florida 33902 . Telephone: (239) 334-2195 Personal Representative: s/L Cathem Bailey L CATHERN AILEY 6230 Woodmere Blvd. Montgomery, AL 36117 181383 CGS12/21,28/06 NOTICE AUCTION on Friday, December 29,2006 at 9:00 a.m. at 1233 N.W. Avenue L, Belle Glade, Florida Property of Carolyn Rolle: TV, Window, AC, stereo, tires, carpet, Mattress/Box spring with rails, dresser, table & misc. items 181361 CGS 12/21,28/06 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 20TH JUDICIAL CiACUiT IN ANDO FOR HENRY COUNTY FLORIDA PROBAtE DIVISION Flire N .lber. 1006-1~ 10CP IN RE: ESTATE OF EDWIN DARKNESS TODD, JR., Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Edwin Harkness Todd, Jr.; deceased, whose date of death was October 17, 2006; Is pending in the Circuit Court for Hendry County, Florida, Probate Divi- sion, File Number 2006-180-CP; the address of which is 25 E. Hickpooch- ee Avenue, LaBelle, FL 33935. The names and addresses of the person- al representative and the personal rep- resentative's attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedeit and other persons, who. have claims or demands against decedent's estate, including unmatured, contingent or unlquidated claims, and who have been served a copy of this notice, must file their .claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICA- TION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY 30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons who have claims or de- mands against the decedent's estate, Including unmatured, contingent or un- liquidated claims, must file their claims with this court. WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE :'1 Tht FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS I O CiE. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTAND- ING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEN- DENTS DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. FIRST DATE OF PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE IS DECEMBER 28,2006. Attornes for Personal Representative Ivan Solari, Attorney Florida Bar No.: 108383 800 Brickell Avenue, Suite 904 Miami, Flodrida 33131 Telephone: (305)423-3820 Personal Representative: Diana L. Perez, Personal Representative 1221 SW122 Avenue Apt 302 Miami, Florida 33184 182765 CGS 12/28/061/4/07 NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE CENTRAL COUNTY WATER CONTROL DISTRICT You are hereby notified that the Regular Meeting of the Board of Supervisors of the Central County Water Control Dis- trict will be held on Tuesday, January 2,2006 at 7p.m t the Montura Club- house, Montura Ranch Estates, State Road 833, Clewlston, Florida. The pur- pose of this meeting is to transact any and all business which may. come be- fore the Board. Iti person decides to appeal the decision of the Board of Su- pervisors with respect to any matter considered at the public meeting or hearing herein referred he or she may need to insure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record Includes the testimony and evi- dance upon which the appeals based. NOTICE DATE CHANGE. 181369 CN 11/16,23/06 : HENDRYCOLUNf SCHOOL DISiRiCT NTOICE OF PROPOSED RULE SUBMITTED BY: R. Scott Cooper DATE: 1/23/07 SUBJECT AREA: 219 Non-Instructional Experience Increments and Employment Status E', .IIi *:E : M if.1A :, 01, f'uF Oi';l inr,. ,oi .,:,''i Prul rir'I:, -. irn, ,:i,h.:t for ,i" i.'i .o.rr.o j l i,,i'i e. erl n. F h ic .il'": Y d'ii A ,iTpl'h)inri .Ij1 CITATION OF LEGAL AUTHORITY: 1012.23, 1012,66, 1001,42, 1001.43, 1012.34, and 1012.40 F.S. CITATION OF SPECIFIC LEGAL REFERENCE: 1012.23, 1012.66, 1001,42, 1001.43, 1012.34, and 1012.40F. ES. FULL TEXT: a : Ir iv t'.-pI l it lull i- i t ir .'. l] -ul- ,Ti iv ,sti f i ..iy. without cost, atthe Onm rru 01 ,up0,1-orilutiur u1uuiu. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The proposed rules establishes the policy for non-Instruc- tional experience increments and employment status. .liEm1i I im f t"I LULATiC6 'T. Tv irl', n., (,,,1.t o .i.,,' i l 1" ., 1'h l III' i j ,ril 0l 1' 1:qIJ]fi0'.i :: LOCATION OF MEETING, TIME AND DATE: Hendry County School Board Meeting Room, 25 E. Hickpochee Avenue, LaBelle, FL at 5:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard on January 23, 2007. Notice: Any person who wishes to provide the School Board with information re- garding the statement of estimated regulatory costs, or to provide a proposal for a lower cost regulatory alternative must do soin writing within 21 days after publicaf- ton of this notice. Notice: If requested In writing and not deemed unnessary by the Agency Head, a Rule Development Workshop will be held at a time and date to be advertised In the future. Noice: The procedure for obtaining a public hearing on this proposed rule is to re- quest, n writing, o hearing. The request shall be submitted to the Superintendent of Schools, In wdig, within 21 days after publications of this notice. The request shall specify how theperson requesting the public hearing would be affected by the pro- posed rule. The School Board, upon appropriate request, shall give affected persons an opportunity to present evidence and argument on the issues under consideration. Notice: Inspection and copying of all written materials constituting public records submitted to the agency regarding draft rules may be obtained by request, In writing, to the Superinte of Schools. Notice: The School Board may recognize any material which may be judicially no- ticed and to incorporate them Into the record of the rule making proceeding. The School Board may incorporate material by reference into the proposed rule. Notice: If you need an accommodation in order to participate in this process, please notify Thomas W. Conner, the Superintendent of Schools at (863) 674-4642 or at the Hendry County Courthouse, LaBelle, Florida 33935 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting or workshop. Notice: If the School Board adopts the proposed rule, one certified copy of the pro- posed rule shall be filed in the Office of the Superintendent of School pursuant to 120.54(3)e), E.S. 181789 CO 1/11/07 CGS 12/28/061/4,11/07 MEETING NOTICE of the Southwest Florida Workforce Development Board Region 24 Date: January 10, 2007 Time: 3:30 p.m. Place: Career and Sertvice Cienhers of louiriweisi Florr0 a 4150 Ford Street Extension Fort Myers, Florida 33916 Information: Benita Richards, Administrative Services Manager 239-225-2500 Ext. 15240 182782 CGS 12/28/06 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR DRINKING WATER South Shore Water Association, Inc. Has Levels of Haloacetlc Acids and Trihalomethanes Above Drinking Water Standards Our water system recently violated a drinking water standard. Although this Is not an emergency, as our customers, you have a right to know what happened, what you should do, and what we are doing to correct thi situation. We routinely monitor for the presence of drinking water contaminants, Testing re- sults we received for the last tour quarters show that our system exceeds the stan- dard or maximum contaminant level (MCL), for Haloacetic Acids (HAAS's). The current running annual average HAA5 Concentration is 64.46 micrograms per Iter. Rule 62-550, Florida Administrative Code, Identifies the MCL for HAA5s as 60. We routinely monitor for the presence of drinking water contaminants. Testing re- sults we received for the last four quarters show that our system exceeds the stan- dard or maximum contaminant level (MCL), for Trihalomethanes (THMs). The current running annual average THMS Concentration is 105.15 micrograms per liter. Rule 62-550, Florida Administrative Code, Identifies the MCL for THM as 80. What should I do? You do not need to use and alternative (e.g., bottled) water supply. However, If you have specific health concerns, consult your doctor. Whet does this mean? This is not an immediate risk. if it had been, you would have been notified immedi- ately. Some people who drink water containing haloaceic acids (HAA5) and Triha- lomethanes (THM) in excess of the MCL over many years may have an Increased risk of cancer. Recent research results suggest a possible connection between high levels of HAA5s and pregnancy problems. Therefore, women of childbearing age may wish to seek alteative water sources. What happened? What Is being done? We purchase our water from te Clewstion Water Treatment Plant; their results are in compliance with the rule. Their current annual running average s 22.10. In April, 2006 our laboratory analysis measured our HAA5s at 285.90 and the Clewiston Wa- ter Treatent Plant results were 28.6 sampled just four days after South Shore Wa- ter Association. Our current result for fourth quarter taken November 10, 2006 Is 15.8 HAA5 and 31.85 THMs. South Shore Water Association feels that the high results recorded in April, 2006 is an abnormality and is not founded by our previous results or our current test results. Due to the high result recorded In April, 2006, South Shore Water Association will be out of compliance for the next two quarters the rule requires that notification Is ei- ther mailed or delivered by hand upon each occurrence. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Chris CarrOll at 863-983-2323 OR CONTACT THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION POTABLE WATER COMPLIANCE/ENFORCEMENT SECTION AT 239-332-6975. Please share this Information with all the other people who drink this water, espe- cially those who may not have received this notice directly (for example people in apartments, trailer parks, campgrounds and businesses). You can do this by posting the notice in a public place or distributing copies by hand or mail. State Water System ID#: 4503331 (Eastern Hendry County and Palm Beach Countya Distributed: December 28.200 183260 CGS 12/28/06 MEETING NOTICE Program and Planning Committee of the Southwest Florida Workforce Development Board Region 24 Date: January 10, 2007 Time: 2p.m. Place: Career and Service Centers of Southwest Florida 4150 Ford Street Extension Fort Myers, Florida 33916 Information: Mary Anne Zurn, Planning and Grants Division Director 239-225-2500 Ext. 15229 182787 CGS 12/28/06 Shop hoper flrst The classified ads Find It faster. Sll it soon- er In the classifloed *T .1- --? I- C fa 6- 6 ~- I Houses Sale I Houses Sal I Houses Sale I Houses Sale I Houses - - Frupertie .. .... ..... .i:i 'i: .. a, " .- .m a. ; -..- I Houses Sale I Houses Sale Serving the communities south of Lake Okeechobee Thursdav. December 28,2006 - :. ./.. I Lill Serving the communities south of Lake Okeechobee Thursday, December 28, 2006 a I Ii IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR DRINKING WATER South Shore Water Asbociation, Inc. Ann Alrqladdn Has Levels of Haloacatic Acids AbnoveGushing Water Standards OLir *vt.- citrlp-r C.11 RUJUI -d .33 a3r01lO19 wxe rndslm aoAllirmougf Iris is nut an .3,.ljj 5i (V.).T'rb3, vounRie. 3 rf, tso know v,3slt happ.3.3vd rwhat youth l11.3l'1 d~ .31 wri r~rarc ,3rlrj i t,.3a lu0 laojinr. vIairo.el it for triy p -ielce of a000109 ng 01 let owivhiami Tes Tting re- 3uktuwe r,1jtdior at .iiIour1quia.3lesow tria 531l our istar5tr1exceeds ito oton- dataofOr ,rJ.mlr, !,,r3mnf i 3I MCL) lort(tallacelic Addus iHAA~s) The ':uarm rno fT.9 ulli it e1aJ. 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Consuegra 9204 KIng Palm Drive TampaFL 33619-1328' Tel (813) 915-8660 Fax (813) 915-0559 Attorney for Plaintiff 181555CGS 12/21,28/06 The most important 20 minutes of your day Is the time spent reading with your child from birth to age nine. The true reason why Jesus did come By Jackie Miller Minister First Christian Church Matthew 1:21 "And thou shalt call His name Jesus: for He shall save His people from their sins." When the Archangel Gabriel broke the silence which had separated Heaven and Earth for 400 years, it was to bring the electrifying news of the birth of a child whose name was to be called "Jesus," The choice of names was not accidental for it was explained that He would save His people from their sins. The passing centuries had conferred upon this child such honor as has been given to no other in all human history. Each time we write a day, we are paying honor to him in terms of whose birth all time is now measured! The calen- dar bends around the manger of Bethlehem. Before His birth is known as "B.C." (Before Christ); after His birth is known as "A.D." a Latin term meaning "In the Year of Our Lord"). If you travel the world over you will be impressed with His influence in Art, Literature, and Architecture, all of which has drawn on "Him" as a chief source of inspiration. When one walks into the Westmin- ster Abbey, or the Great Cathe- dral of Notre Dame, or many such buildings, one is impressed anew with the tremendous impact which "He" has had on the minds of men. Armies have marched in His name and although their efforts have been misguided, they left no question as to the tremendous influence He has had, even in the most material of affairs. Empires have risen and fallen as a result of their relationship to principles which "He" established, in an effort to do "Him" honor. There is no way to estimate properly events which have occurred in the world as we know it because 2,000 years ago there was born one who was designated "Jesus, the. Savior." But it is not merely in terms of outward and practical changes that the influence of Jesus can be seen upon the world. Although we live in a time in which His ideals and principles are sadly neglected, the fact remains that man's sense of values must be forev- er different because He lived. Until He came, little attention was paid to the worth of each individual person. The lives of all men were mere pawns in the power struggle of those who ruled over them. The world into which He came paid little attention to the posi- tion occupied by the woman, the crowning glory of God's creation. By consent of the centuries she had been left to servitude with none of the honor which God attached to her. It was Jesus who lifted her up and offered her that position of influence and use- fulness which every Christian wife and mother now occupy. The ideas of man concerning the attainment of greatness could no longer include mere financial gain, power, social position or any other measure which men had traditionally used to determine success. There is no way to estimate the changes which Jesus pro- duced in the sense of values of the world because of His life. And, yet, it was not for any of this that my Lord came. If there were no more to be accomplished than He should be memorialized in Art, Litera- ture and Architecture. If the tragic consequences of war and power seeking in His name were all that were to be accomplished by His life on earth-Jesus would have been better off to have stayed in Heaven! Let me give you some valid and scriptural reasons why Jesus came: 1.) He came to prove that Satan is a liar when he whis- pers that "Everyone is going to sin anyhow." There are times when we are tempted to excuse our mistakes or justify our decisions which seem to: offer advantages other than spiritual by listening to the explanation that "Nobody can expect to live perfectly and sin doesn't really- matter any- how." Jesus. came to make it. clear that sin matters so much that God was willing to send Him from Heaven to Earth! When Satan had prevailed with men, and sin had sepa- rated us from God, there was no way by which this tragedy could be overcome except by the sacrifice of one who was sinless! We cannot convince ourselves that sin doesn't mat- ter when wve remember that sin drove Jesus from heaven to live upon this earth and to die for our sins! 2.) Jesus came to make us know that it is not true that everybody is expected to sin. Jesus lived above sin and was not guilty for a single mistake. This was surely not because He was not tempted, for we are told, "He was tempted in all points like as we are, yet without sin." (Heb. 4:15). 3.) He came to demon- strate the Power of Truth. The Truth of Resurrection trans- formed His Apostles from fearful, confused, bewildered men to fearless proclaimers of His eternal truth. Jesus said, "And ye shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free" (John 8:32). He also said, I am the Truth," (John 14:6). 4.1 Jesus came to us that money, position, and military might are not the means for victory. It is especially true in this hectic world in which we live, bombarded on every side by materialism and tempted always to seek success in its terms, that we must remem- ber that Jesus won victory without any such thing! He said, "The foxes have holes and the fowls of the air have nests, but the Son of Man hath not where to lay His head." When the disciples spoke of their desire for "Power," Jesus talked to them about "serv- ice." 5.) Jesus came to earth to emphasize the necessity of submission to the Father's Will! Again and again, Jesus said the reason why he did what He did was because, "It was His Father's Will." 6.) Jesus came to prove that you "win" by "losing." Who would ever decide that the way to change the world was to die? Who would ever suppose that without money, power, or armies He could have a more lasting effect on the affairs of men than all oth- ers who have ever lived put: together? 7.) The Greatest Reason why Jesus came to earth is He came to define and demon- strate Love. Love to Him was not merely an emotional feel. ing, which is usually our defi- nition. Love to Jesus meant helping the sick, feeding the hungry, comforting the dis- tressed, reaching out to the lit- tle children, giving Himself in service to all those He met. Love to Him meant, "Seeking the Highest Good." 8.) Jesus came to be my Savior. It was not because of any honor which He needed, nor anything which was to be accomplished in His behalf, but rather because unless He came there was no Hope for me and you! Jesus was the sinlesss sacrifice" required by the Heavenly Father. 9.) He came that we might be led to the same experi- ences that He knew on earth. The Apostle Peter said. "Jesus left us an example that vwe should follow in His steps." This must be the continued purpose for which w.ve live, to make ourselves over accord- ing to the example which He left and the Teaching which He gave so that those who know us may see Christ in us-The Hope of Glory! If we expect Him to say "Well Done" to us in judgment, then we must "Do Well"! I close this article with this song from the past. If Jesus Had Not Come If Jesus had not come, how dark had been the night! The Wisemen, sadly dumb, had seen no starry light! The shepherds on the hill had heard no angel song! The bells in silence chill, no joyous peal hand rung. If Jesus had not come, no freedom had the slave: No woman's happy home, no hand a child to save; The people in the gloom had one eternal night; Death met them at the tomb, no resurrection light! If Jesus had not come, no great physician kind, Had brought a healing balm, a vision for the blind! No soul with Demon torn had found a sure release! The hopeless and forlorn had found no way to peace! If Jesus had not come, how blank the sacred page! The poet had no song, and silent were the sage! No artist to adorn our wor- ship with delight; No coral Psalm had borne his praises day or night. If Jesus had not come, how sad had been our fate! Of judgment sore the sum-for all our sin and hate! No loving God of Grace- His precious Son had giv'n No hope to see His face; no joy to meet in Heaven! But Jesus came' He came to earth, and men beheld his manger birth The Shepherds heard the Angels sing, the wise pro- claimed Him Lord and King, He died, He rose, and by His blood, we, too, become the sons of God! We preach the Gospel in His name, for Jesus came, yes, Jesus came! Understanding truth and consequences By Pastor John Hicks First United Methodist Church, Clewiston Over the last month, the state of Oregon has been in the news because of two stories that touched the hearts of our nation. One story is the account of how the Kim family lost their a way in the Oregon wilderness, John survived for Hicks nine days, were rescued, save for the father who had set out to find help. After the family had been rescued and the body of James Kim recovered, authorities learned that the gate which would have prevented them from taking that road into the wilderness had been vandal- ized. But for the actions of those vandals, James Kim might be alive today. The other story was closed a week ago when the search for missing climbers on Mt. Hood was called off. Our hearts and prayers go out to the families of Kelly James, Brian Hall, and Jerry Cooke. These stories have moved me to consider why \ve take risks and why we miss or fail to respond to many warning signs, and then have to suffer the consequences of our actions. James Kim missed a turn off and took an exit which put his family on a road they trav- eled for miles, passing at least three large yellow warning signs that the road ahead might be blocked with snow. They came to a fork in the road and must not have seen the sign that pointed left for the Oregon coast. They turned right onto a logging road that normally would have been blocked at that time of year. Vandals had cut the lock and opened the gate. The road was treacherous, covered with snow and ice, and so haz- ardous that a CNN satellite truck operator, retracing the journey, refused to go on. The family drove for 15 miles on that road before getting stuck in the snow. They stayed there for nine days before James Kim decided to set out for help. While he was gone, the family was found. Two days later they found his body. It's likely that the person or persons who cut the lock never imagined that their little action could have horrible consequences. James, Hall, and Cooke did not share much in (he way of professional interests, but they did connect as fellow Chris- tians and passionate mountain climbers. They planned and prepared and even left notes when they set out on Dec. 8, for what was supposed to be a two day climb. But something went terribly wrong. Kelly James had a dislocated shoul- der, possibly from a fall. Apparently, his two compan- ions had gone downhill for help. As I1 write this, they have not been found. The Kims may not have seen warning signs about the snow ahead The three hikers may not have realized the intensity of the storm that was brewing. But that's often the case with many of us. We often fail to sense, or "smell" the danger ahead, or if we see warning signs, ignore them. All actions result in conse- quences, and ultimately we have to face the conse- quences that may emerge as a. result of our choices and behavior, whether we see the signs or not. Even our good actions dan have unintended, negative consequences. James Kim felt he needed to do something for his family Brian Hall and Jerry Cooke felt thev needed to do something for their friend. The consequences of their deci- sions and actions did not have a fairytale ending. In the Scrip- tures, we are told. "Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends." (John 15:13) This they did. The important question is not whether we always make the right decision, but in the consequences of our decisions and actions, can wve stand with faithinlegrity, honor, and strength? The truth is: With God we can "Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I fear no evil: for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff - they comfort me." (Psalm 23.41) "I can do everything through Him who gives me strength." (Philippians 4:13) Florida's job market continues growth Florida's labor market sta- tistics for November 2006 based on the latest nation- wide data showed Florida had the fastest job growth rate and lowest unemployment rate of the ten most populous states. Florida's unemployment rate continued to be below the national average. Florida's Unemployment (Seasonally Adjusted) Florida's November 2006 unemployment rate was 3.3 percent, 0.2 percentage point higher than the October 2006 rate of 3.1 percent. The rate was down 0.2 percentage point from 3.5 percent a year ago. Out of a civilian labor force of 9,118,000, there were 8,818,000 employed and 301,000 unemployed Floridi- ans. Florida's November 2006 rate was 1.2 percentage points lower than the national rate of 4.5 percent. Florida's unemployment rate has been below the national average since mid- 2002. Florida's Nonagricultural employment by industry (Sea- sonallyAdjusted) In November 2006, Flori- da's nonagricultural employ- ment expanded by 2.7 per- cent over the year, totaling 8,126,200 jobs. In compari- son, nonagricultural employ- ment grew nationally at a rate of 1.3 percent. Florida's job growth rate has slowed most of this year primarily due to slower growth in construc- tion. Florida added 211,400 jobs since November 2005. Professional, and business services and leisure and hos- pitality accounted- for 42.3 percent of the new jobs in the state over the year. Note: All data are subject to revision due to .late report- ing from participants and the annual benchmarking process. An equal, opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. All voice tele- phone numbers on this docu- ment may be reached by per- sons using TTY/TDD equipment via the Florida Relay Service at 711. The next Florida Employ- ment and Unemployment release will be on Jan. 19, 2007 at 10 a.m. Florida's Nonagricultural employment by industry (Not Seasonally Adjusted) Florida's total nonagri- cultural employment has expanded steadily since Sep- tember 2002.. In November 2006, there were 8,181,300 nonagricultural jobs, an increase of 2.7 percent (+212,600 jobs) over the year. Most of Florida's major indus- try sectors added jobs over the year, except manufactur- ing and information which lost 4,200 jobs and 800 jobs, respectively. An overview of some of Florida's major industry sectors is below. Professional and busi- ness services led Florida's industry sectors in employ- ment growth over the year, adding 58,600 jobs (+4.3 per- cent). Employment services (+22,200 jobs, +4.6 percent) continued to lead job growth within this industry sector. Leisure and hospitality, gaining the second highest number of new jobs, contin- ued to exhibit steady over-the- year job gains (+31,000 jobs, +3.5 percent). This industry had positive growth since mid-2002. Most of the job gains were in food services and drinking places (+22,400 jobs, +3.9 percent). Construction had the fastest annual job growth rate (+5.0 percent) and added the third highest number of new. jobs (+29,700 jobs) among Florida's major industries. The growth rate in construc- tion peaked in late 2004 at 12.8 percent. The education and health services sector ranked fourth and grew by 28,600 jobs (+3.0 percent) over the year. Health care and social assistance added the most jobs (+24,800 jobs, +3.0 per- cent) in this industry sector. The strongest growth within health care and social assis- tance was in .ambulatory health care services (+9,800 jobs, +2.9 percent). Health care and social assistance has been growing steadily since 1999., The trade, transportation and utilities industry ranked fifth in adding the most jobs in the state. The industry contin- ued to exhibit growth over the year it+27,500 jobs, + 1.7 per- cent), with 42.5 percent of the job gains in wholesale trade (+11,700 jobs, +3.4 percent). Clothing and accessory stores (+7,900 jobs, +7.4 percent) was the fastest growing sub- sector in this industry. Manufacturing and infor- mation were the only major industries that declined over the year, losing 4,200 and 800 jobs, respectively (-1.0 per- cent and -0.5 percent). Manu- facturing job losses in the durable goods sector (-200 jobs, -0.1 percent) accompa- nied losses in the nondurable goods sector (-4,000 jobs, -3.0 percent). Most of the increas- es in manufacturing were in machinery manufacturing (+1,300 jobs, +5.0 percent). Information job losses were based primarily in telecom- munications (-1,600 jobs, -2.5 percent). Local Area Unemployment Statistics (Not Seasonally Adjusted) In November 2006, Wal- ton County had the state's lowest unemployment rate (2.2 percent), followed by Alachua, Okaloosa, and Wakulla counties (2.5 percent each). Monroe County was the next lowest (2.6 percent). w*Madison County, at 8.0 percent, had the highest unemployment rate in Florida in November, followed by Hendry County (6.4 percent) and Hamilton County (4.8 percent). Madison County's high unemployment rate was due to the continuing effects of a layoff in manufacturing. The counties having the largest over-the-year declines in unemployment rates were Hendry (-1.2 percentage points); Monroe (-0.8 percent- age point); and Franklin and Hardee (-0.6 percentage point each). An equal number of counties in Florida showed declines and increases in their unemployment rates over the year. Twenty-nine increased, twenty-nine decreased, and nine counties were unchanged. Area Nonagricultural employment by industry (Not Seasonally Adjusted) The Miami-Ft. Laud- erdale-Miami Beach Metro- politan Statistical Area (MSA) led the state in over the-year employment gains (+51,200 jobs, +2.1 percent) in November 2006, followed by the Orlando-Kissimmee MSA (+39,800 jobs, +3.7 percent) and the Tampa-St. Petersburg- Clearwater MSA (+20,800 jobs, + 1.6 percent). The com- bined employment growth in these three MSAs accounted for over half of the total job growth for the state. Public Notice 75 051 1 7o Thursday, December 28, 2006 Serving the communities south of Lake Okeechobee |