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Animal Refuge Gets Grant ...Story 11A Childhood Memories Of July 4th Trouble .Story 2B Canker In 4 Groves Here S..Story 1C The 105th Year, No. 29 3 Sections, 32 Pages Herald-Advocate Hardee County's Hometown Coverage A ~' 46b Plus S.de lax., Thursday, June 30, 2005 New School Costs Up By $6 Million By CYNTHIA KRAHL Of The Herald-Advocate More like an earthquake than a hurricane, the aftershocks of Charley are still being felt in Hardee County. One of them came last Thursday night as the School Board met in an hour-long workshop session to learn completion of the new K-8 school will cost $6 million more than originally anticipated., But, like aftershocks, this one was predicted and expected. When the School Board approved the project in November of last year, it was warned that about $5 million more would be needed to cover structure and fin, fishing excesses and design and management fees, according to rep- resentatives of Peter R. Brown Construction Inc. In fact, those same representa- tives told the five board members that they already "had investigated" the possibility of the Hardee County School District receiving an award of additional funding from the state's Special Facilities Commission, which, so far, has approved only $34.5 million for the new school: At the time that presentation was made to the School Board, the cost of the school was $35.8 million. Peter Brown cited rising steel, con- crete and petroleum prices along with supply and demand following Hurricane Charley and its three successors for the difference. Then, Peter Brown cautioned the board to expect $5 million more. See SCHOOL 2A 2 Hardee Schools Earn 'A' Grades SPHOTO BY BRETT JARNAGIN What to do if you fall in the pool! Little Hunter Davis gets a hand jumping off the diving board and safely swimming out of the water. The final summer swim lesson session is July 5-15. Children 18 months to 14 years can learn personal safety and water survival skills. For more information, call Recreation Complex director Carl Coleman at 773-3872. Get Ready Fo July4th Fvor By BRETT JARNAGIN ForThe Herald-Advocate Sta ing home for Independence :, Da\? If so, there will-be'a wide ariet\ of acti cities. from barrel racing to softball. to help you celebrate July 4th. Beginning at 11" a.m the National Barrel Horse Association will be having barrel races open to Sanyone \ hoj wshes to enter. There are youth and Open (an6 age) di i- sions i" ith an extra $1.000 added to the %% winners' pot. There is no admis- sion fee. .The racing will last all afternoon and well into the evening hours. perhaps 8 or 9 p.m.. said Linda Jones of Wauchula. \%ho just hap- pens to be the Florida director for NBHA. If folks gethungry, barbe-. cue dinners \% ill be sold in the arena exhibition hall in the afternoon. Barbecue rib or chicken dinners will be a available also at the Wauchula Elks Lodge. 318 W. Main Street. from I I a.m. to 7 p.m. (eat-in or carry-out). The Bowling Green Youth Baseball League has planned activ- ities for the community. Hearing that there would be no other recre- ational activities, a committee as formed to turn the softball All-Star game into family fun. The softball is for teen-agers and adults. anyone 15 years old and up. There will also be \ after games and acti'itie for children, a tee-ball game and a fund-raising cook-out. Simply drop by Pyatt Park off West Main Street for afternoon fun. For more information, call 375-9935. Nothing makes the 4th of July special like fireworks, do. The Wauchula City Commission and See FIREWORKS 2A By CYNTHIA KRAHL ,Qf The Herald-Ad.,.:.: le ... .. .... .. Report cards are in for Hardee County schools and, with the exception of one, all pretty much held their own or even improved despite the missed -classroom time and other challenges of the 2004 hurricane season.. Bowling Green. Elementary School, however, fell from a B to a D. SHardee Junior High slidfrom a B to a C. "They missed keeping their B by eight points," Schools Superintendent Dennis Jones said. "The state doesn't give a C-plus, but that's actually what it was." ,Two schools bettered, their marks: Hardee Senior High went from a D up to a C, and Wauchula Elementary boosted its B to an A. North Wauchula retained its A, the 'first district school ever to achieve an A two years in a row, and Zolfo Springs Elementary kept its B. So, that gave the county a report card showing two A's, one B, two ,C's and one D. Last year. there was one A, four B's and one D. , Jones said the district is appeal- ing Bowling Green's low grade. He explained that schools under- go enrollment counts by the state in both October and February of each school year. Several matters, including funding, are tied to these student counts. Because of Hardee's high migrant population, it, however, is the only district in the state allowed an additional count, in December of each year. "'The FCAT rules say in order for a student to count (in Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test scoring), he has to be in that school for both the October and February (enrollment) counts," Jones said. Hardee's scores, however, included the students who were not in class here in October. "The state, for whatever reason, and we're in disagreement with them, has chosen to count our See GRADES 2A REMOVING an Ge 15 Years In Shooting By CYNTHIA KRAHL defense lawyer Paul Petruzzi. Or TheHerald-Advocale A man w.hco shot one victim in the chest but missed harming another has been sentenced to 15 vears in state prison. Circuit Judge \Wm Bruce Smith imposed .that penalty in Hardee Circuit Court on Santos Maldonido Jr., 23. of 203 Keeton Road. Wauchula. follow ing a negotiated plea agreement between Assistant State Attoiney Gene l alpas arind Maldonado had been charged with attempted first-degree murder.'" attempted second-degree murder, shooting into an occupied vehicle. possession of a firearm by a con- .icted felon and habitual driving while license suspended in the Feb. '21, 2004, incident. He 'could have faced life in prison %But in exchange for a guilty plea See SHOOTING 2A Maldonado WEATHER 2AM UM. IB. Bam 0/ -22- 5 74 0.02 06/23. 84 71 0.06 06/24 88 71 0.78 06/25 83 71 0.00 06o/2sg 72 0.00 .,6/27 93 74 0.00 r6s/28 9 74 0.17 EUAL- Rainfel to 06o14105 31.14 Same period last year 7 217.1 Anmul average 53.99 SSoiuroi Unlv. of Fla Ona ftasenrch Cnter INDEX Classifieds.....................6A SCourthouse Report........4C Crime Blotter..................11B Hardee Living.................6B Information Roundup....2A Obits 4B Deadline Friday For Wauchula Candidates By JOAN SEAMAN Of The Herald-Advocate Tomorrow iFriday) is the last chance for someone to apply for a vacant Wauchula City Commission seat. Noon is the deadline for appli- cants to fill the at-large commission seat vacated June 13 by the resigna- tion of long-time Commissioner John Ba\ter. who is mo' ing out the county. and-lost his residency for the commission seat. Al its July 11 meeting, the com- mission \will rank applicants and choose one to fill Baxter's seat until the next regular primary election in September, 2006. Then city voters will select their candidate of choice to finish out Baxter's unexpired term, which runs until November, 2008.. - Earlier this week, Willie Gilliard, Sue Baker and Frank Notar had submitted their applications for the position to City Clerk Clarissa "Crissy" Abbott. Other interested. parties should provide written noti- fication, including residency infor- mation, a statement of qualifica- tions and why the person wants to serve as a city commissioner. Applications should be taken to Abbott at the city administrative office, 126 S. Seventh Ave., Wauchula. PHOTO BY BRETTJARNAGIN An American Environmental Contractors crew begins clearing out debris dredged from the creek along Lisa Drive just off Hanchey Road west of Wauchula. It is one of 15 sites in the county's $547,800 stream restoration project aiming to clear out streams and tributaries last year's hrri- canes choked with debris, halting flow to the Peace River or Charlie,. Payne and Horse creeks. Areas surrounding the streams have backed up with even more water due to recent heavy rains. Over several weeks, crews will continue to remove debris to get the water flowing normally. HIGH DIVE! BLOCKADES I a I " ., '' ?ri. :.p" 2A The Herald-Advocate, June 30, 2005 P. Thld- y :oc d4Z i**li^ty's Home 91 "" : 'E R. KE a .' Publisher/Editor '. CYNTHIA M..KRAHL . Managing Editor' . JOAN M. SEAMAN '' RALPHIHRRISON Sports Edito / Proti nager BESS A. STALUNG NOEYDESANTIAGO. Hardee Livirg Edito&' ":;;t Asst Proda cUt Manager "= : :. ; ,' '-- -" U5.S. S hventh, A' '.Phone: -355 o a y -, CI .by' The He te :J'.O.B :x-38. -,.-.?.M- .-. :...u"r.- ^ . i.$:.,,-. -..c.P.?dic.al.Pteage pr...-it.;S.:Posi Office. Wau ..ht .FL .33873 : Sct ha' 6 ltdS 6;. Ir.--$28;2y s5-S4 d b': 'PFloida ;."Hcmt ' .'$4.e :, on$6 ,W'H de.teL ing-MoMday 5 ..6. a-S20; yr, -$37; 2.y.-$72 G raIlNe*q- Mo ay' 5 p.m. OutrfSt :e | 6 .- The Herald-Advocate welcome te to d r on iteropubli in st.'Lette rs .t~i~trehh 'an -, ' --' ;: -.. . sPr ss rle-ases pc6mun e aremw welcome. Sirsions should be typed, u- Tble-spaced andfadhareto th above deadlines.All items are subject to editing. 'S "- M i : ...* .* :r/ : . Kelly's Column By Jim The hurricanes last summer caused fish populations to fall in Peace River and some feeder creeks due to low oxygen levels caused by large amounts of organic materials which used up much of the oxygen. DO is known as Dissolved Oxygen, freely available in water to sustain the lives of fish and other aquatic organisms. BOD. is Biological Oxygen Demand, the amount of dissolved oxygen needed by aerobic decomposers to break down the organic materials in a given volume of water at a certain temperature over a specified time peri- od. Hypoxia is defined is waters with dissolved oxygen concentrations of less than 2 parts per million, the level generallylaccepted as the minimum required for most marine life to survive and reproduce. This information is courtesy of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Charlotte Harbor National Estuary Program. It look Horse Creek and Charlie Creek two months and Peace River three months after the hurricanes to return to a normal DO (dissolved oxy- gen) level. Hypoxia caused quite a few fish to be killed. The DO in Peace River sank to 0.51 in Zolfo Springs and 0.58 in Wauchula. Charlie Creek DO level was 0.42 at Gardner Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officers have said it may take several years for fish populations toreturn to normal in Peace River. S I would like to see some fish restocking occur to speed up the process. Last year 35 Floridians lost their lives as a direct result of hurricanes Charley, Frances, Ivan and Jeanne while many more died indirectly such as carbon monoxide poisoning and clean-up related activities, said Daniel SNoah. warning coordination meteorologist with the National Weather Service Office in Ruskin. SCharley hit on Friday, Aug. 13; Frances, Sept. 4; Ivan, Sept. 16; and Jeanne. Sept. 25. It was a tough time to go through in this area of Florida, as the eye of SCharley went right through Hardee and the eyes of Frances and Jeanne went through Polk County, just north of Hardee. The official hurricane season is June I through Nov. 30. How many of us wish we could fast-forward to Nov. 30? S Charley had maximum \winds of 150 mph, Frances 145 mph. Jeanne 120 mph. and Ivan, 165 mph. At landfall, however, Charley was the strongest hurricane at Category 4, Ivan and Jeanne were Category 3, and SFrances a Category 2. Category I is 74 to 95 mph; 2, 96 to 110 mph; 3, 111 to 130 mph; 4, 131 to 155 mph; and 5, over 155 mph. Hurricanes begin to weaken at land- fall. U.S. damage by Charley was estimated $14 billion; Frances. $8.9 bil- lion; Ivan. $14.2 billion; and Jeanne, $6.9 billion. Santa Rosa County is one of the few Florida counties that is "dry" regarding alcohol sales. They may have a wet/dry election soon. Up until 1947 Hardee County was wet. An election was.held in 1947 :and the county then went "dry" by 230 votes. On march 8, 1977, another wet/dry election was held in Hardee, and' Sthe dry side won by a vote margin of 2.354 to 1,550. Another wet/d'r election was held on Dec. 12. 2000. Hardee voted to Sgo wet by a score of 2,021 to 1,479. At the time Hardee was one of seven SFlorida dry counties. S Jeff Eason headed up the drive for Hardee to go v.et, believing it would' Lead to increased economic growth in the future: SIt certainly appears going wet has not been a bad thing for Hardee County. The county is getting some more taxes, and cases of drunk driving have not gone up. They have gone down. Alcohol remains a serious scourge to those who abuse it. causing acci- -'dents, changes in behavior, and liver and brain damage. *iIEI..*IA II '. 'fftf A--f CotiluWUed Fm Continued From 1A Hardee County Commission invite everyone to come out and see the 2005 Independence Day fireworks display at Pioneer Park at SR 64 and U. S. 17, Zolfo Springs. "It will begin at 9 p.m. and will last about 45 minutes," says Carmen Soles, manager of the Hardee County Animal Refuge, who has been in charge of the fire- works display for about five years. "This year there will be no enter- tainment because the hurricanes destroyed the stage at the pavilion, but we invite the people of the county to come and enjoy the show," added Soles. Come early. Boy Scout Troop #813 will be selling BBQ quarter chicken dinners, along with' coleslaw, baked beans, bread and drink for $5 from 4 to 8 p.m. for $5 at the park's Recreation Building. Hot dogs will also be available. "But, feel free to bring your own coolers, if you want to bring food from home," said Soles. And, as a reminder, leave person- al fireworks and sparklers at home as they are not allowed in the park. This and other park rules, such as 'No Alcohol' will be forced by offi- cers of the Hardee County Sheriff's Office. Cotc h ,.- .ldI Ii cate December students," he continued. "That count is on Dec. 10 and, con- ceivably, a student could have come in on Dec. 9. That mean the teacher only has two months to work with that student. "Yet," he went on, "the state is holding us accountable for those students and the state is going against the rules as we read them." He said over 90 such students have been identified in Bowling Green Elementary's FCAT grade. The district has contacted the governor, Education Commissioner John Winn, K-12 Chancellor Jim Warford and the Department of Education's data division in waging its appeal, Jones said. "There were bright spots in the midst of that D," the superintendent added. "For instance, fourth-grade reading for last year showed 51 percent at Level 3 or above, and this year that number is 60 per- cent." Jones also noted a fifth- grade improvement from 40 to 44 percent. "You have to look behind the raw score to see the picture is not all black," he said. Jones also noted that state, in denying FCAT waivers for districts severely impacted by last year's hurricanes, offered the, ability to apply for a "hurricane appeal." That, too, holds true for Bowling Green Elementary, especially, he said. "Out of the six districts in the Heartland school consortium, which includes 50 schools, Bowling Green has the highest per- centage of students receiving free or reduced lunches and the highest percentage. of minority students," Parents Of 2006 Seniors Meet A project Graduation 2006 meeting will be held Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Peace Valley Lutheran Church at 1643 Stenstrom Rd., Wauchula. All parents of Class of 2006 seniors are encouraged to attend and to help make plans for Project Graduation 2006. For more information, contact Kathleen Roehm at 773-5097 or Cindy Hand at 735-0779. School Waiver Deadline Soon All parents requesting that their child attend an elementary school outside their zoned area must.complete a waiver each year. The final waiver deadline for the 2005-2006 school year is July 11th at noon. Waivers are granted only on specific criteria and space avail- able basis, and can be complet- ed at the Hardee County School Board Office, 1009 U.S. 17 North, Wauchula. Contractor Seminar Offered South Florida Community College, along, with the University of Florida, will hold a Certified Contractors Continu- ing Education Seminar on Thursday, July "21 and Wednesday, July 22, 8 a m.- 5 p.m., at the SFCC Citrus Center, Highlands Campus, Avon Park. This program is designed for builders, architects, inspectors, and interior designers. Participants may register for 4-14 CEHs,'and can attend one- - day, two-days, or partial days to fulfill CEH requirements. The fee for the two-day, 14-4 CEH .program is $275. To register or for further information, 'contact. Lorrie Key, coordinator at, ext. 7268 at 773-2252. Holiday Changes Garbage Routes Because of the July 4th holi- day, the county landfill will be closed on Monday and garbage pickup will be changed. Bowling Green and Hardee County Disposal will move Monday's collection to Tuesday, and Tuesday's to Wednesday. Hardee County Disposal will ,also have yard pickup next Wednesday. Wauchula will still have trucks running on Monday, and Zolfo Springs will also have its regular schedule. Deadlines Early For July 4th The Herald-Advocate will be .closed on Monday in recogni- tion of Independence Day. Because of this, deadlines will Sbe'earlier. All sports, general news items, Hardee Living and corre- spondent columns are due tomorrow (Friday) by 5 p.m. Ad deadlines remain unchanged.. Jones said. "They were particular- ly affected by the hurricanes, the student population at Bowling Green, because they are largely poor. "They had nothing to start with," he continued, "and the storms took away what little they had. Those students were particularly suscepti- ble to the effects of the hurricanes. Switching to Hardee Senior High's improvement from a D to a C, Jones said, "I'm very happy about that. That staff worked very hard with the students in the lower quartile." He said struggling stu- dents were targeted to receive the additional help they needed. As for the junior high, Jones noted the school was a B two years . in a row, and may have suffered from "some normal fluctuation." Still, data will be examined, he said. The superintendent applauded Zblfo Springs Elementary for keep- ing its B. "Considering the kind of year we had, to be able to maintain your score from last year is an accomplishment," he said. Jones gave accolades to Wauchula Elementary for its top mark of A, and congratulated North Wauchula Elementary for staying an A school. * SHOOTING Continued From 1A to the second-degree felony charge of shooting into an occupied vehi- cle and acceptance of a 15-year prison term, the state agreed to drop the remaining counts against Maldonado., Immediately after telling the judge that he had gone over the content of the written plea agree- ment with his client, Petruzzi turned, to Maldonado and asked, "Do you need'to talk to me about anything else before you sign this?" "I ain't signing it," Maldonado Replied. "Really?" a surprised Petruzzi asked. Smith intervened. "Do you need me to pass this so you can talk with your client?" the judge asked. "Yes, sir, that would be nice," Petruzzi said. Maldonado returned at the end of the docket. Smith began, "You are in court today with several very serious counts. Through the efforts of your attorney and negoti- aitions "\ ith the state. if you plead to count three the state will be willing not to prosecute the remaining counts. The plea calls for you to be sentenced to 15 years in Florida State Prison." Then he asked Maldonado, "Do you hj\e inN thing to say?" "I ain't got nothing to say," Maldonado responded.:' With that, Smith harided down the prison -term. Hardee County Sheriff's Office spokesman Maj. Claude Harris Jr. -said, at the time of M1Ialdonado'\. ;irre,t,. ilat Maldonado \' as meeting with Carlos Zapata and David -Spencer at 1 in the morning at the A&M Grocery at Se'en-NMle Point in Wauchula. SSpencer and Zapata remained in their pickup. \ ith Zapata,: the pas- senger, rolling down the window and talking % ith Maldonado. Hjrris said. l MNaldinrado. he alleged, shoved a gun through the window and pointed it at ZapataW,shead. Zapata pushed the gun away as Spencer sped off, the major said. Maldonado fired two shots, one striking Zapata in the upper chest .and the other hitting cab support post. Spencer was not injured. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Don't Know Where To Turn For Help? CALL THE CRISIS LINE 1 (800) 500-1119 ABOUT... .Hardee Living Hardee Living prints your news on people, clubs and organizations, including meeting, summaries, births, children's and senior citi- zens', birthdays, engage- ments, weddings, silver or golden anniversaries, church events and military assignments. Forms are available at our office. For engagements and weddings, a photo should be included.;, Publication is free of charge. Coverage of wed- dings over three months old will be limited to a photo and brief announcement. Deadline is 5 p.m. on Monday. So, like aftershocks, Schools Superintendent Dennis Jones and his administrative staff developed a plan to deal with it. That plan was presented to, and approved by, the board Thursday night. Jones began by explaining the effects last year's hurricanes had on the project, which was conceived in 2003. "Some subs (contractors) lost their businesses and others withdrew their bids because they knew they could get more money." Construction costs have soared since the hurricanes. He said the district tried to win a special appropriation from the Legislature, but the matter was not addressed by session's end. The district's next option is to go back to the Special Facilities Commission to ask for more money. "We are on their agenda for August," Jones told the board. "We have some confidence they will agree it was not anybody's fault," he continued. "It was not something anyone could foresee." The new dollar figure needed to complete the.project: $5.8 million. But even if the Special Facilities Commission agrees as expected, their approval must go to the next session of the Legislature and then be appropriated by it, meaning no cash would actually come to. Hardee County until August of 2006 the same month the school is set to open. Rather than delay the project, Jones asked Finance Director Greg Harrelson to tell the board about a state law which allows the district to apply for a line of credit with a bank, drawing on it as needed to keep bills current and the project on track. Then, when the state appro- priation comes in, it will go to pay off the interim loan amount. A representative of Ford & Associates, a financial firm widely used by other school districts, then addressed the board. "I'm glad to be here," he said. "I'm-sorry you need me to be here." Then he added, "You are not alone: Concrete and steel prices raised 20 to 30 percent last year." It was noted that no new school districts will be approaching the Special Facilities Commission for money this coming year, only for- mer recipients who need additional cash to complete their already- approved projects. And, Hardee County's was origi- nally ranked number one in need out of all the earlier requests. Ford explained that a $6 million line of credit will allow the district to use only whatever part of that amount it needs before the extra state cash arrives. "You don't bor- row what you don't need. You pay interest and principal only when you draw down on it." . He said if the board gave its authorization, the district would solicit bids for a line of credit both with local banks and national insti- tutions, searching for the best inter- est rate. If the district gets the added money from the Special Facilities Commission as expected, the new school will be entirely paid for in three years. If not, the district's own capital outlay fund's and race- track monies will be used to repay the principal and interest used in the line of credit within five years. Deputy Schools Superintendent Rocky Kitchens told the board the new $5.8 million supplement cov- ers a variety of items, including such unexpected ones at $150,000 for a turn lane on Keeton Road required by the Department of Transportation in addition to the one on U.S. 17, nearly $98,000 to redesign the electrical systems because Progress Energy refused to provide two transformers instead of one, $41,000 because the county is requiring a water meter on a fire line, over $58,000 to save protected turkey oaks on the site, $875,000 for full communications and $108,000 for perimeter fencing the architect left out of the original design. Then there is nearly $2 million in furniture, fixtures and equipment, which the board knew in November was not included in the price, and additional design fees. "I emphasize to you this is not a crisis," Jones told the board at the workshop,, adding, "nor is it a bad situation. It is a circumstance that has occurred and we have a plan to handle it." Jones said the $5.8 million more the district will ask of the state is the final figure. "I'm only going back to ask for more money once," he maintained. The total amount will not change again, he said. Jones pointed out the new school -is now a $41.6 million facility that will cost the district just $7.2 mil- lion. The line of credit will carry the district until the expected state sup- plement comes in, "so the project doesn't come to a halt," Jones said. "We're opening in August of 2006!" He added, "There can't be any- one in the state of Florida who doesn't understand that the prices of materials and labor escalated fol- lowing the hurricanes. And that holds true whether you are putting a new roof on your house or build- ing a new school." As for the board, knowing of this problem in November and of the Special Facilities Commission's likelihood of giving the district more money, the plan to seek an interim line of credit was unani- mously approved in regular ses- sion. The Lake Region Of DeSoto County By SPESSARD STONE For The Herald-Advocate To the casual observer, passing through that section of DeSoto County known as the sand hills, the land would appear to possess little value in an agricultural way. There are high sandhills dotted with many lakes. The sand on the surface is coarse and white and a farmer who loves black dirt would shake his head and pass.on. The fact is, this soil is rich in fertility, but the rains here washed the top of the soil and carried the color- ing matter down several inches through the coarse sand. Taking the subsoil analysis shows it to be possessed of more available plant food than can be found in the best of the pine land and especially adapted for orange culture. The hills vary in height from 25 feet above the surface of the lakes to 100 feet above. The lakes form an area of several acres across to 12 miles across. These lakes are very deep and are supplied by underground streams; they are always, warm and, in a cold snap of several days duration, will so temper the surrounding conditions as to make a killing frost almost impos- sible. These lakes are more properly large pools and, as stated above, are sup- plied by underground streams. In the process of forming the basins, the water was under such pressure as to build up high sand ridges all round a center, the water overflowing the edges and gradually building up until the pressure inside burst through the side walls, leaving the basin like a huge, rather irregular horse shoe. This water is like an artesian well in passing through various stratas absorbed and carrying also mechanically something of whatever it came in contact with. One of these stratas was red clay; the sand hills have a great percentage of this after getting some inches below the surface. The fertility of the soil is evidenced by the fact that everything that bears fruit loads heavily every year. The flavor of all vegetables and fruits is good and quality sound. The sand being loose, irrigation is needed, which is an easy problem. Fish of the finest quality are abundant and game is plentiful, but the dense oak and hickory hammocks are a safe retreat for deer and turkey and, in most cases, the hunter who gets his deer earns his supper. -While this section does not seem to be wholly exempt from malaria, cases of it are very rare and no local cause for sickness can be found. It is the health resort for the entire country south of Bartow and is being rapid- ly dotted with homes. Some orange groves are just beginning to bear and the fruit shows to be fine quality. Pineapples and guavas do well. It is especially fine for poultry raising. Parties who have settled here think a good deal of their places and near- ly all are improving them and expect to make permanent homes. Messrs. Lastinger, Johnson, Boyd, Towns and Singleton are the oldest, settlers, locating in the order named, and they can tell some rich experi- ences of pioneer life, as well as some thrilling adventures with wildcats, bears and panthers. Rattlesnakes are rarely ever seen, but the few found are very large. Many bird of bright plumage are found and are a delight to those who love the beautiful in all forms. Edited by Spessard Stone from the article by Capt. J.J. Singleton in The Tampa Morning Tribune of Sunday, January 10, 1909. The region is now Highlands County. GRADES Continued From 1A SCHOOL Continued From 1A June 30, 2005, The Herald-Advocate 3A TEENS INTERVIEW ELDERS WORKING ON THE FARM FROM DAWN By ASHLEY SCONYERS Special To The Herald-Advocate Way back in 1938, my grandpa, Charles Sconyers, was born on Nov. 9 at Coffee City, Ala. He is now 66 years old. He told me what life was like through his eyes. Life was very different than it is today. Grandpa had to do his chores every morning when he woke up, which was milk two cows before daybreak. Then, he went to work and worked until it was dark by doing things like clicking cotton, pulling corn and cutting stove and fire wood. And before he could go in, he had to feed the mules, milk the cows and cut more wood. When it was time to sit down and eat their family meals, everyone sat down and no one complained about not liking the food. They were grateful for what they got. Grandpa told me that you never had a day when you didn't have something to do. On the weekends, he had to pick peas, corn and tomatoes, and his mom canned food. Grandpatold me that the teachers didn't Sconyers take anything off of the students. The kids were never disrespectful, so they never talked back to their elders. The teacher gave homework every night, no matter what. Grandpa told me that the prices back then were cheaper than today's prices. But they didn't make as much money back then as we do today. Grandpa remembers when bread was only 10 cents, and now it costs almost $2. Movies used to cost 10 cents and candy was only five cents. He did have Cokes to drink for only 10 cents. The place to hand out was at the swim- ming hole. Grandpa didn't live in town. He never even saw town until the age of 15, so he couldn't go trick-or-treating. He lived in the country and the nearest house was three to four miles away. But they did carve pumpkins. He remembers his first car real well. It was a 1948 Dodge. He only had to pay $200 for it. He was very proud of his first car. Grandpa didn't start dating until he was 16 years old. Back then, the place to go on a date was the movies, because that was all there was. Grandpa did have a curfew. He had to be home before dark. And back then, kids had respect for their elders and their property. Grandpa and his parents moved to Florida at Panama City. He came to.Florida the first time because his parents brought him. The second time he came just because To DUSK he wanted to come. I also asked what toys he played with : back then. He played with a coaster wagon. He would take the wagon to the top of a hill and go down. Grandpa and his friends would play games like baseball and soft- ball, which were popular games back then. Grandpa had no television, so he had to find other things to do. He enjoyed listen- ing to the Grand 01' Opry on the radio. Back then, you never heard of crime. I asked my grandpa if he held a job. He worked on a farni, but when he grew up he held a lot of jobs. Grandpa's favorite time with his parents was going fishing. They loved fishing, which is why that was his favorite memory with his parents. Even today, whenever he can, he still goes fishing. My grandpa has become very special to me, and he has always been there for me. Teens Interview Elders comes from a class assignment given to ninth graders at Hardee Senior High. Selected interviews are published here as an encouragement to the students and for the enjoyment of our readers. Legislature Adds 2 Circuit Judges -I XV ... By JOAN SEAMAN Of The Herald-Advocate The addition of a pair of judges for the Tenth Judicial Circuit may ,. be a boon to Hardee County. Recently created by the Florida Legislature, the two new circuit judge positions will be assigned within the Tenth Judicial Circuit, which includes Hardee, Highlands and Polk Counties. Hardee County presently has one full-time circuit judge, who hears all felony, civil, mental health, fam- ily, probate, juvenile delinquency and juvenile dependency matters. Applicants for the new circuit judgeships must have been mem- i bers of The Florida Bar for the pre- ceding five years, must be regis- I it. tered to vote in Florida and must reside in the Tenth Judicial Circuit at the time the successful applicants are sworn into office. Applications are being accepted now; They may be obtained from Nominating Commission Chair- man Donald H. Wilson Jr. or in word processing format at http:w.ww.flabar.org; Wilson can be reached at Boswell and Dunlap LLP, 245 South Central Ave. (P.O. Drawer 30), Bartow, Fl. 33830, by internet at: dhw@bosdun.com or phone at 863-533-7117 (Fax 533- 7412). Othdr members of the Tenth Judicial Nominating Commission are vice-chairman G. Gregory King of' Winter Haven; Sylvia Blackmon-Roberts, Mitchell D. Franks, John K. Stargel and Janet M. Stuart of,Lakeland; Judy Lee Brown, Sebring, Deborah Lee Oates, Bartow and Billy R. Ready of Auburndale. The original and nine copies of the completed application are to be sent to Wilson,, who must receive them by 5 p.m on Friday, July 22. Commission interviews, are tenta- tively set for Tuesday, Aug. 9, in Bartow. Gov. Jeb Bush has requested the commission to submit a panel of qualified applicants for the two available positions by Friday, Aug. 19. ."Copyrighted Material Syndicated Content Available from Commercial News Providers" S-^. -' -i --- -- V S121: .- w - _ i c 4A The Herald-Advocate, June 30, 2005 TOWN CLERK'S LAST DAY I :'/5 AS. * & CI' 4, c5 Memory Lane On Friday, June 24, Zolfo Springs Town Clerk Jack Logan ended 12 years of service to the town. In July he will become purchas- ing director for Hardee County. From left are assistant town clerk Linda Roberson, who has been working for the town since June 1993, Jack Logan, and Mayor Marilyn Aker. PHOTOS BY JIM KELLY Rev. George Neel, chairman of the Zolfo Springs Town Council, visits with Zolfo Springs Mayor Marilyn Aker on Friday. He is from Owensboro, Ky., and has been pastor of the First United Methodist Church in Zolfo Springs since 2002. Freda's Foibles By Freda B. Douglas Please take this gentle reminder. Do you have relatives, family or friends in either a hospital or nursing home? Remember to send them a card if you have an address for them, visit them if they are close enough. Whatever the reason or cause, always keep them in your prayers. All the medicine in the world can't do for your loyed ones what the prayers of man) can accomplish. This anonymous piece appeared in my chiirch newsletter. I chose to share it with my readers because of the message of humility it portrays. Enjoy! MY CUP HAS OVERFLOWED rist.' Ive never made a fortune and it's probably too late now. k of But I don't worry about that much. I'm happy anyhow. ori- As I go along life's way, I'm reaping better than I sowed. I'm drinking from my saucer, 'Cause my cup has overflowed. iwn Haven't got a lot of riches and the going gets tough. iese I've got loving ones all around me and that makes me rich enough. rers I thank God for His blessings and mercies He's bestowed. uke I'm drinking from my saucer, 'Cause my cup has overflowed. oad I remember times when things went wrong, my faith wore somewhat out thin. But all at once the dark clouds broke and the sun peeped through again. ugh So, Lord, help me not to gripe about the tough rows I have hoed. d to .: I'm drinking from my saucer, 'Cause my cup has overflowed. )xer If God gives me strength and courage when the ways grow steep and ing rough, vith I'll not ask for other blessings, I'm already blessed enough. S$1 And may I never be too busy to help others bear their loads. ,his Then I'll keep drinking from-my saucer, 'Cause my cup has over- flowed. the will As we think about the teacups and saucers we have received, let us be ori- reminded of the loving God who takes care of us. the Remember, God loves you and you, and so do I. L Signed Penny By Penny Johnson Q&A With A Biblical Perspective .* UNWORTHY TO BE FORGIVEN Q: In the,church that I .attend there is hardly ever any outward emotion displayed. We sit very quietly and listen to the Word being taught. Although I am spiritually growing I feel I want more. There are times I just want to raise my hands. I love my church and respect l all that it stands for but is it ok to raise my hands and worship? Signed, Not Sure S A: Yes. it is ok to want more of God. We are likenewborn babies when `: we first get sa. ed. We are spoon fed the Word, we are drinking the milk, we .rely on others to praN for us. But, for real spiritual growth you haveto learn to eat the meat. read the Word for yourself and rely on your own prayers to Reach God. What you are experiencing is a growing spurt and that is a good thing. S We have to respect the church we attend and we should never do any- Notice: The June 23. 2005 bid advertisement for Oak Street Park is hereby retracted due to required amendment. Please find below the corrected ver- Ssion. Advertisement For Bids SCity of Wauchula 126 South 7th Avenue Wauchula, FL 33873 Separate sealed BIDS are requested by the City of Wauchula for the construction of the improvements proposed for the Oak Street Park. The project consists of the following, but not necessarily limited to, work involved to renovate and improve the existing Oak Street Park .: In Wauchula, Florida. Work includes selected demolition, asphalt Sparking areas with wheel stops, concrete apron, concrete curbing, concrete sidewalks, basketball court, modifications to existing rest- room facilities (ADA compliance), fencing, site furnishings, irriga- tion, and landscaping as further defined by the drawings. Bids will be received by Office of the City Clerk at the office of City Hall at the address listed above until 2:00 pm, (Standard Time) Friday, July 15, 2005, and then at said office publicly opened and Spread aloud. SA pre-bid conference has been scheduled for Wednesday, July 6,, 2005 at 10:00 am to be held at 126 South 7th Avenue. SThe CONTRACT DOCUMENTS may be examined at the following locations: *; Copies of the CONTRACT DOCUMENTS may be obtained at the City of Wauchula 126 South 7th Avenue Wauchula, Florida Kimley-Horn & Associates 2601 Cattlemen Road, Suite 500 Sarasota, Florida 34232 office of the Engineer, Kimley-Horn & Associates. Inc., located at 2601 Cattleman Road, Suite 500, Sarasota, Florida upon payment of S75.00 for each set. The City Commission reserves the right to waive irregular- ties and to reject any and all bids. 6:30c thing'out of order. I'm not sure how your denomination worships Chi But I understand that sometimes it's hard to keep quiet when you thin all Christ has done for you. We have a reason to celebrate. We are vict ous and free through His death on the cross. In Luke 19:36-40 tells us of a story where Jesus came riding into to on a donkey the people began to spread their coats out on the road (th coats, represented royalty). When they reached a certain spot the follow began to shout and sing unto the Lord, The Pharisees said, "Teacher, reb' >our fillo'% ers." Jesus replied. "If they keep quiet, the stones along the r \ would burst into cheers!" If we fail to praise Jesus than a stone will cry in our place. Jesus desires our worship and praise. Romans' 8:37 "In all these things we are more than conquerors thrto Him that loved us." Let me share '%ith you how this verse was explain me. IF this doesn't excite )ou then you need to check your pulse. A be goes out and trains, exercises, works hard and prepares for the upcom match. The day finally comes. He gets into the boxing ring and fights w all his might. He w"ins the title, defeating the champion. He's handed a million check as his prize. He signs the back of it, gives the check to wife and now she is MORE than a conqueror. See, Jesus paid the price, he took the beatings, he took the sin, mocking, the spitting, the abuse.so we didn't have to. Although we have persecution and trials, the Bible makes that clear we are still vict( ous. See, I've read the back of the book and I've read how in the end enemy will be destroyed and Christians will be the winner. So, you have a reason to want to praise Him. You have a reason to c ebrate and raise your hands to heaven in worship. There are number Scriptures in the Bible that are related to lifting holy hands. It's a type worship. Start at home praising Jesus, lifting up your hands and worshiping I- in spirit and in truth. Let God minister to your heart and allow you to gr in Him through your worship. Then, as you get comfortable with it, try j slipping your hands up in church quietly reverencing your church or Hey, who knows someone else may be waiting on you to move out before long others may join this type of worship. Jesus is worthy of worship. Everyone worships Him differently and in their own way. can't judge others. David danced before the Ark. Miriam worshiped wit dance and musical instruments. Everyone has a different way of express their love for God. 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For a free brochure about "" - e'"Heart the ABCs of diabetes, ConrDiabetes call 1-800-438-5383 BC eiUets or visit www.ndep.nih.gov. y *- mloodPrours .*- Chileaierel A message from the National Diabetes Education Program, sponsored by the National Institutes of Health ondithe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention For more information contact: The Hardee County Health Department at (863) 773-4161 6:30c PHOTC, fULiBtTTEO B, THE L IREtCE SEE FAMILY Ve Ora Moseley became the bride of Herman Clinton "Andy" Hurst on Easter Sunday 1929. Daughter Peggy Smith, now of Sebring, reflects, "Daddy had a temper, but he put it to use as a boxer. He would fight in Tampa and other places, and won most of the fights, fighting for money to help support his fam- ily. He also worked at the Four-Way Service Station in Wauchula, and this is where he met Mother as she walked home from school. Theirs was a hard life, young marrieds with nothing and in the Depression." However, the couple began their family: Geraldine, "who would kill anyone who called her anything but Jerry," says Peggy, who was the middle daughter, followed by Dorothy. "in 1941 we moved far, far away - to Fort Meade. Daddy was an insurance man, and mother was the ultimate homemaker. She made all our clothes, canned vegetables and gave home perms," remembers Peggy. "We moved back to Wauchula in 1949 and Daddy bought the Gulf Oil Bulk Agency. He was known as Mr. Gulf Dealer, and he and Mother worked there together until Daddy had two heart attacks and had to retire." Active members of Wauchula's First Baptist Church, "this was the nucleus of their lives," says Peggy. "Daddy called Mother Jeannie' after the TV show 'I Dream of Jeannie.' He said he knew she was more beautiful than Jeannie and could always work those miracles Jeannie did. On May 16, 1990, as Mother was rushing him to the emergency room, Daddy died (at the age of 84) of a heart attack with his head on Mother's shoul- der so perfect. On May 26, 1998. Mother (86) died after a fun-filled day of shopping with a friend - again perfect. They had a true love story and left us all with 'perfect' memories." SHARE YOUR OLD PHOTOS WITH US! Take readers on a walk down Memory Lane by sharing your pholos Irom Hardee County's past. Bring your submissions to the newspa- per office at 115 S. Seventh Ave or mail to The Herald-Advocate, P.O. Box 338, Wauchula., FL 33873. Photos will be returned. .. ..' ... .. : ... .. .,. r, .. ,. .. := ... June 30, 2005, The Herald-Advocate 5A Time isrunnin to pay what we pay! Time is running out for you to pay what we pay! 2005 CHEVY IMPALA LS SAVE Stk#050B1G $6,740_ - Leather, XM Radio, CDI WAS $27,410 GMS PRICE $21,870 DEMO DISCOUNT $1,200 NOW $20,67000* 2005 CHEVY 1500 REG. CAB 2005 CHEVY SUBURBAN Z-71 4X4 SAVE *-*mo ^ 0V Stk#05117G $12,80 Sunroof, DV! WAS $50,655 GMS PRICE $39,875 DEMO DISCOUNT $2,000 NOW $37,87500* 2005 CHEVY IMPALA 2005 CHEVY TAHOE SAVE $109 9 O00 Stk#05194G $ O939--Leather, Off Road Pkg.! WAS $42,285 GMS PRICE $32,846 DEMO DISCOUNT $1,500 NOW $31,34600* 2005 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER 2005 CHEVY SSR SAVE ' $7 006 Le Stkoa5224G $79,006 Leather, Loaded! WAS GMS PRICE DEMO DISCOUNT $46,840 $42,334 $2,500 NOW $39,8340 2005 CHEVY SILVERADO EXT CAB ms- Vr-- -A SAVE "- $5,201 30 MSRP $19,055 EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT PRICING SAVE $4,9552 Stk 053929 $4,9552-5 MSRP $23,260 EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT PRICING SSAVE SAVE $5,4375s $6,32247 Stk#05390G MSRP $28,775 MSRP $30,685 EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT PRICING EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT PRICING ! 2005 CHEVY SILVERADO SLS 2500 HD EXT CAB SSAVE. -$8,080-51 MSRP $33,802 EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT PRICING 2005 CHEVY COLORADO REG. CAB SAVE $3,208~' MSRP $15,730 EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT PRICING I 1995 Chrysler I I LeBaron Convertible I 2000 GMC Jimmy Ib lI 1997 Dodge Ram 1500 SLT IGTC" PowerWindows & Locks,ilt Wheel, Cruise Control, Low Miles, LocalTrade Only $2,988 2005 Chevy Malibu Power Windows & Locks, CD, Factory Warranty Only $11,988 V6, Auto, Power Windows & Locks, Tilt, Cruise Only $5,988 Power Windows/Locks, Tilt/Cruise, Two Tone Paint, Trailer Package. Only $6,988 I 2000 Dodge Duranao RIT 4x4 I mayignumiu,uwa, LCWaiIeI, CD & Cassette, alloys, Loaded Only $13,988 I *All prices are after all rebates and donot include taxes, license + $399:95 delivery fee. * Special Financing in lieu of rebate. Dealership not responsible for typographical errors. Pictures for illustration purposes only. A' F~TTFP iTfl FRk~~ VL~ !~ ~;i:f:~g~~ ~L' !~ ~ ii ~1 ~ 'Hi ir U 1 J.I .. i USED CARS USED CARS o USED CARS 7 . I .- molo 6.L."m I koi Millf A INTF 6A The Herald-Advocate, June 30, 2005 -The ABOUT... Classifieds DEADLINE ....Tuesday noon RATES ..........Minimum of $3.75 for 10 words. Each additional word is 20 cents. Ads in all capitals are 32 cents per word. Headlines are $2 a line. Blind ad box numbers are $3 extra:. BILLING........Ads mist be pre-paid. CLASSIFICATIONS: Agriculture Appliances Automobile Boats Furniture Help Wanted Houses Livestock Mobile Homes Notices Pets , Plants/Produce SReal Estate SRecreational Vehicles SRentals i :. : Services I Lost & Found Wanted Miscellaneous Yard Sales ... : .;::.:, ', "; ..: ,.,:- ... ,: : ' $500 Reward 2 1/2 year old boy looking for his hog dog. Lost on June 9 in Ona/New Zion area. Curr & Bird Dog black male with white on chest and feet and white tipped tail. 735-1959 c6-23 30c Classifieds Agriculture L DIESEL INJECTION REPAIRS, pumps, starting at $195., injectors, turbos, misc. tractor repairs, clutches, engine rebuilds. 863-385-5596 9:2-12:29;05p 2000 HONDA CIVIC EX Coupe, silver, moonroof, cold A/C, great gas mileage, $8,250. 863-533-6717 after 6 p.m. 6:30p 98 FORD RANGER 4x4, good condi- tion, $5,000 cash OBO. 781-6560. 6:30p '98 FORD RANGER, 4x4, extended cab, V-6, automatic, good air, 81,000 original miles, $6,000 OBO. 781-3091. 6:30c DIESEL INJECTION REPAIRS. See Agriculture. 9:2-12:29,'05p I have never taken any exercise except sleeping and resting. S--Mark Twain DEMOLITION Tree & Stump Removal Parker Fill Dirt Local Contractor (863) 735-2415 S9:16tfc HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING FOR EMPLOYMENT Bulldozers, Backhoes, Loaders, Dump Trucks, Graders, Scrapers. Excavators Next Class: July llth -National Certification -Financial Assistance -Job Placement 800-383-7364 A.sociated Training Ser, ices S% w.atin-schools com c16 30c HOSPICE OPPORTUNITIES Satisfying Challenges, Countless Rewards, Good Shepherd Hospice The following positions are available in Highlands and Hardee Counties: RNs Per Diem, Weekends RN needed to triage visits to home patients. Flexible schedul- ing available, day or evening shifts! LPNs -Per Diem. 4p-12a LPNs needed for 8-hour continu- ous care shifts at the bedside providing one-on-one care to patient and families in nursing home, home and/or ALF setting. Interested candidates should send resume to: Human Resources, fax (863) 687- 6977 or call (863) 682-0027. EOE, DWFP cl6:30c Ecace River Electric Cooperative, Intc 4 a P.O. Box l]IO*Wauchul,r TI.33173*(863177341-16.rax (863)77.731-3737r .prcoorE SJob Opportunity S Dispatcher Pay Range $16.13 $18.34 Peace River Electric Cooperative, Inc. is seeking a full-time electric utility dispatcher. This position is in a 24-hour a day 7 days a week shift-changing department. This highly responsible position requires excel- lent customer service skills for interaction with managers, employees, consumers and the public. The job also requires some computer skills including but not limited to: Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel. This position requires excellent decision making skills and the chosen candidate must be detail orientated. The chosen candidate must also be able to accurately and quickly perform multiple duties during shifts and emergency situations. Potential candidates must have a High School Diploma or equivalent, a valid drivers license and dependable transportation. If you are interested in the position listed above, please pick up an application at any of our district offices, or download an application from our website at www.preco.org. We are looking to hire right away, so don't hesitate to apply. If you have any questions regarding the positions, salary or benefits, please con- tact Barry Terrell at 863-773-4116 x4691 or by email at barry.terrell@preco.org. Peace River Electric Nondiscrimination Statement Peace River Electric Cooperative, Inc. (PRECo) prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activi- ties on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orien- tation, and marital or family status. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of commu- nication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact Peace River Electric Cooperative, Inc., Human Resources at (863) 773-4116. To file a complaint of discrimination write Peace River Electric Cooperative, Inc., Director of Human Resources, P.O. Box 1310. 1499TJ.S. Highwa. 17 North or by telephone at (863) 773-4116 x4691. PRECo -is an equal opportunity provider and employer. Peace River Electric Cooperativ4, inc. is a.Drug Free Workplace. All Selected candidates are subject to a pre-employment physical,. drug test and background check as a condition of employment. C17,-c DRIVER Delivery truck for ornamen- tal nursery. Class D CDL required. Apply at Peace River Growers, 3521 N. Nursery Road, Zolfo Springs, FL. EOE. 6:30-7:7c CAREGIVER wanted part-time for man in wheelchair. 773-2275. 6:30-7:14p JACK-OF-ALL-TRADES wanted for trailer park. Must have own tools and vehicle. (863) 698-4908. 6:30-7:7p MATURE, EXPERIENCED bookkeeper. Good job for the right qualified per- son. (863) 634-7552. 6s30-7:29c BUSY CARDIOLOGY OFFICE seeking experienced medical office worker. Computer experience a must. Fax resume to: (863) 491-5634. 6:30c CAREGIVER for elderly or disabled. Experienced with references. Days, nights or weekends. 773-3267. 6:30-7:28p FULL-TIME LIVE IN position in lovely all female group home in Arcadia. Experience working with mentally challenged individuals a plus. ALSO part time Supported employment position available in Wauchula area. Contact Daniel at 990-7475 or Robin at 990-7472 for more info. 6:30c UDIVORCE DIVORCE BANKRUPTCY $69 863-314-0846 (non-lawyer)1 We Buy AM-SOUTH REALTY :(,.63) 773-21 22 i ' TRUCK DRIVER NEEDED. Must have Class B CDL with tanker, airbrakes and hazmat endorsements and clean driving record. Excellent benefits. Drug free workplace. Call 863-773- 3187, M-F, 7 a.m.- 5 p.m. for more information. 6:23-7:14c FULL-TIME HOUSEKEEPER, some weekends. Duties would include care of two-year-old child, cleaning, iron- ing a must. 863-443-1099. 6:16-7:14p BOOKKEEPER/Office Manager for busy manufacturer in Sebring. Fax resume to (239) 566-3994. 6:2-30p RIGGERS OR LAMINATORS for boat manufacturer. Experienced. Sebring area. Call (863) 385-3501. 6:2-30p NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Notice is hereby given that on 7/20/05 at 10:30 a.m. the following vehicles will be sold for towing and storage charges: Year: 94 Make: Buick Model: 4D VIN# 1G4CW52L7R1600341 Sale to be held at ROBERTS TOWING, 377 Old Dixie Hwy, Bowling Green, FL 33834. 863-375-4068 ROBERTS TOWING 377 Old Dixie Hwy. reserves the right to bid. cl6:30O PEOPLE to work in our warehouse, plant, and CDLdrivers. Jobs have great benefits package. Hous Monday-Friday. Drivers home every night. We are a drug-free workplace. Apply in person at Florida Fertilizer. 5:5tfc; ALL AROUND CARPENTER with reli-, able transportation & tools. For infor- mation please call Staton Inc. @ 863- 375-3113 or 863-781-4460 12:23tfc $1,000 SIGNING BONUS; BULK truck drivers and service personnel. Coker Fuel, Inc., 231 W. Main St., Wauchula 2:24tfc 3/BR, 1/BA concrete block home on 2- lots. New roof, tile flooring, new cen- tral air/heat, new appliances, fenced in backyard, nice neighborhood. Serious inquiries only. NO FINANC- ING. $140K, 212 Riverside Drive. Call (863) 224-0147 for Carla Smith. 6:16-7:21p -,THE '-N D EuI AM-SOUTH REALTY vAKINI; Fi Al Br7I'lxl F, RAI. EA.,N AIr ladrrdenJrIN Ijss,,j 311,1 0ptrm1 Mealiest lI WP ot 1 Ban Jr R i N (nnura 24-Hour Emergency Towing Lowest Possible Rates Fast, Reliable Service i* Hill's Auto World U.S Hwv. 17 Bowling Green c15:19tfc 702 SOUTH 6TH AVENUE WAUCHULA, FL 33873 WE HAV BI:~j:UhYERS.wvrvWH CALL9U5TO A M (863) 773-2122 FAX (863) 773-2173 AFTER HOURS CALL: Gary Delatorre. Broker 863-832-0508 Jerry Carlton, Associate 375-2887 Richard Dasher, Associate 773-0575 Elva Whidden. Associate 773-5797 Dane Hendry, Associate 381-2769 DANE HENDRY U U Office hours 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM PRICED TO SELL FAST! This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on CHARMING TWO BEDROOM, 1 BATH concrete block large lot was built in 2001. Only $79,900 home in quiet neighborhood. Remodeled and ready for ... new family. $89,900. BEAUTIFUL SHADED LOT on North Ohio Avenue with -- 12x60 mobile home in very good condition. Only A GREAT LOCATION for this 1994 MH on 10 Acres of $49,900 i land Just inside Manatee County. Beautiful oak forest ------ new well and serene surroundings. $249,900 SECLUDED 24 ACRES, cabbage palms, oaks and other natural Florida flora and fauna. Perfect for weekend NEW LISTING COMMERCIAL LOT WAUCHULA north- camping. $6,500 per acre. bound Hwy 17 frontage and access from southbound ------via city street. $245,000 LARGE LOT corner of Main and Hwy 17 in Bowling Green. $200,000 HIGHWAY 17 FRONTAGE In Bowling Green. 80 x 118 lot. HIGHWAY 66 FRONTAGE. Zolfo Springs lot. $40.000 $25,000. Member of the Wauchula Board of Realtors and the Multiple Listing Service. WE SELL HUD HOMES, CALL US FOR LISTINGS 6 30 NOW RENTING! THE PALMS APTS. ATTENTION FARM WORKERS 2&3 Bedroom Apartments Located at: 701 La Playa DrQive , Office Hours:;NAon-Fri, 9:QO0AM 5:00 PM"l Monthly rent from $447 + utilities Occupancy restricted to households with one family member receiving 50% or more of their gross annual income from farm labor activities. For Rental Info & Applications The Palms at 863-773-3809 (TDD# 1-800-955-8771) Equal Housing Opportunity. iAHORA ARQUILANDO! ATENCION TRABAJADORES DE FINCA THE PALMS APARTMENTS 3 y 4 cuarto Localizado en: 701 La Playa Drive Horas de Oficina: Lunes y Viernes de 9:00 AM 5:00 PM Mensualidades de renta comenzando de $447 + utilidades Apartamentos designados para los encapacitados y desabilitados. Intalarse es restrict a un miembro de familiar que reciban el 50o o mas de Ingreso grueso annual en actividades de labor en agriculture. Para information de renta o solicitudes Llame, The Palms al: 863-773-3809 (TDD# 1-800-955-8771) Iqual Oportunidades de Viviendas c16a. Don't get stuck in your driveway! "- Prepare for the hurricane season with our quality '' pebble rock * -'. --- ----- ----.--.------ Eu. r i l; Ii June Special I -Per Load I SM------------------- .1 Rimes Son Agri-Services, Inc. Quality gravel rock for driveways, parking lots, etc. IT'S BETTER THAN SHELL! (863) 781-0412 cl6:9-30c . ~. [SOLDI -- :. i Agnet 158*l-7l~761,,:- Shawn Rimes,, I I I iill -- June 30, 2005, The HeraldzAdvocate 7A The Classifieds AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC Position Number: 10387 Work Hours: 7:00am 5:30pm Monday Thursday Bi-Weekly Salary Range: $801.93 $1171.19 **NO TOOLS REQUIRED** This position will perform skilled work in the repair, overhaul- ing, disassembling and replacement of gasoline or diesel engines, transmissions and brakes. Skilled in changing and balancing tires of all sizes. Skilled in repairing/replacing pis- tons, rods, gears, valves and bearings. Required to have CDL Class A License or Permit. Apply on-line via the People First (1-877-562-7287) by com- pleting a State of Florida online job application at www.myflorida.com by 5pm EST closing date or call 863-993- 4634. CLOSING DATE: 7/14/05 CL6:30,7:7C What's the #1 reason to sell your house to Billy Hill? He Pays Ca$h! Country Manor Apartments 315 State Road 62 Bowling Green, Florida 33834 S-, - We are a 120 unit apartment property, 48 units are designated for people working in the Farm Industry. At this time we have 2 and 3 bedroom vacancies for imme- diate move-ins for qualified applicants that work in the Farm industry, and we are taking applications for upcoming vacancies for non-farmer worker units. To qualify, you must meet our resident qualification criteria. We have dishwashers, stoves, washer/dry hook-ups, and washer/dryer rentals (limited quantities), carpeting, ceramic tile floors, large closest, and the 2/3 bedroom apartments offer 2 full bathrooms. We have a car-care area. a large playground. volleyball area, beautifully landscaped grounds. gazebo with gnlls, ample parking, and we are a gated community. For more information regarding your new home, please contact us at Country Manor Apartments (S63) 773-6640 or fax us at (863) 773-6679. Monday through Friday 10:00 to 6:00 Equal Housing Opportunity AL AMBER T REALTY INC. I " FOR SALE: (4) COOPER Discoverer STT radial 31-10.50-15 mudder tires, great treads, $350 OBO. (863) 767- 1895. 6:30p TRUMPET with case, $125 OBO. 767- 1895. 6:30p NEW INTERAM .357 Magnum, $400. 773-0670, 832-1940. 6:30p TENNIS PLAYER, 3.5 rating, looking for singles, doubles matches. Can sub. Wauchula and surrounding areas. 863-781-0342. 6:30-7:7p JOHN DEERE power unit, 4 cyl turbo, 150 hr., diesel engine, $5,000. Call Jack 863-735-1995. 6:23-30p BOX OF Cow collection for $40. Call 735-1918. 6:9-7:7p 0- I 3 AWNINGS, 82" wide; 2 cultured mar- ble 5' counter tops with molded sinks; 5' bathroom vanity, white; 4-1/2' long fiberglass shower stall; 5' wide louvre bifold doors; 2 toilets; 6 sets fluted door casings; set of 3 pre-formed con- crete steps; and window a/c unit 115V (13,000 BTUs) Call 735-2418. 5500 PORTER CABLE generator for sale used 3 times, $550; portable dishwasher with butcher block top, $300 OBO. Please call 781-2920. 6:30p 2003 McPheron burner, 30' nozzle length, John Deere diesel engine, $8,000. Ask for Jack 863-735-1995. 6:23-30p CAROL'S REALTY 1534 YANCYSTREET S PORT CHARLOTTE, FL. 33952 ****** WAUCHULA 1074 DOWNING CIRCLE OPEN HOUSE Saturday"& Sunday ' 12pm 3pm 3 BEDROOMS 2 BATHROOMS FLORIDA ROOM (12X20) UTILITY ROOM AND STORAGE (10X12) CENTRAL HEAT & AIR BUILT IN 1986 CARPORT FENCED YARD (2 LOTS) DOUBLE WIDE MODULAR HOME (2280 SQ FT) INCLUDES ALL FURNITURE ASKING $79,900.00 JAMES COLLIE OFFICE CELL CELL FAX. 6:30C 1-941-627-2769 1-941-628-7835 1-863-412-8932 1-941-627-1741 LIC. ASSOCIATE EQUAL mOUSIM OPPORTUNITY DRUM PEDAL, DW 5002, double bass pedal, top of-the-line, paid $350, sell- ing for $200. James, 375-4797 1:6tfc MOBILE HOME 12x50 in good condi- tion and two window air cond. ready to be moved. Phone 863-773-6692. 6:30p SKYLINE PARK MODELS for sale Models located at Little Charlie Creek RV Park, 1850 Heard Bridge Road, Wauchula, FL 33873. For more infor- mation call (863) 781-9241, Wayne or (863) 773-3161, Cindy. 6:2-8:25c PERSONAL PROPERTY of Karen Williams, Mary Alderman, Pamela' Davis, Janice Farabeb, Krysia Schofield will be sold to public pur- suant to warehouseman's lien: clothes, toys, tools, household items. Said sale will be at Bowling Green Storage, 5020 Hwy 17 N. Bowling Green, Florida at 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 19, 2005. 6:30-7:7E Don't Be Left Out! HARDEE LIVING DEADLINE IS MONDAY AT 5 P.M. Realtor 1 t 220 N. 6th Avenlue TN Wauchula, Florida 33873 (863) 773-3337 Fax: (863) 773-0144 www.floresrealty.net SPECIAL OF THE WEEK ***Prime Property 11 acres 2 Great Homesites close to Wauchula on Webb Road. Fenced and power nearby. Asking 220,000.00. Local Small Restaurant Business Opportunity Motivated Seller, Excellent Location well established and great income potential. Call us for more information. 25 Acres, Soothing and Relaxing Atmosphere Nice Shady Oaks sur- round this 3BR/2BA home with a creek nearby. Most of the acreage is in a low producing citrus grove. Also comes with a single-wide mobile home that is used as a rental. Being Offered at $400,000. Investment Property Rental Income Opportunity 7 apartment unit for sale. Call for details. Asking $180,000. Well Maintained Nice Clean 1988 Double-Wide Mobile Home Located East of Bartow on Hwy 60. Make this your starter home. Asking $55,000. New Land Listing 51.45 AC grove/natural woodlands 8" Well with Diesel Pump, Zoned F-R. $15,000.00 per acre. Great Opportuhity Take a look at these 2 recently, remodeled CB homes in Wauchula. Call us today for details. Sizzling! New Lot Listing Large Vacant Lot in Bowling Green. Asking $17,900. Cool! Nice Shady Corner Lot 3 BR/1BA Frame Home Located in Wauchula. Asking $60,000. Renters, Be Homeowners Call us about these 2 affordable homes located in Wauchula, Great Investment Opportunity. WON'T LAST LONG!! Brand New Mobile Home - 3BR/2BA Mobile Home with Central Air & Heat located in Bowling Green on spacious lot. MOVE RIGHT IN!!!!!! $69,900.00. Hot! New Land Listing 7.43 Acres Vacant Land, Located inWauchula. Asking $97,500. Duplex in Bowling Green Nice 4BR/2BA duplex on corner lot, close to elementary school & church. Asking $69,000. Noey Flores John Freeman Carolyn Jackson Amanda Mishoe Steve Lanier ** Whether you're buying or selling. The profes- sionals at Flores & Flores, Inc. will be happy to assist you. Let one of our associates help make your Real Estate dreams come true.** WE BUY HOUSES FAST CLOSINGS Contact After Hours O.R. (Tony) Flords, Broker, tony@floresrealty.net Oralia D. Flores, Broker, oralla@floresrealty.net After hours............863-773-2840 Lawrence A. Roberts..................(863) 773-9256 Noey Adam Flores (863) 781-4585 John Freeman (863) 773-6141 Carolyn Jackson (863) 781-3643 Amanda Mishoe (863) 781-3587 Steve Lanier (863) 559-9392 cl6:3 .. .. .I I I I I I ' 402 South 6th Avenue Wauchula, FL 33873 Bus. (863) 773-0007 DORIS S. LAMBERT, G.R.I., Broker Fax: (863) 773-0038 Delois Johnson KENNETH A. LAMBERT, Broker E-mail:lambertdl@earthlink.net BUi'ERS AVAILABLE! WE NEED YOUR LISTINGS -CONTACT US TODAY!. /ON'T.LAST LONG! 3B/IBth. lovely home. well GREAT LOCATION for construction! Lot has a 960 maintained, recently updated, irrigation for plants, con- square foot home, 2B/IBth, some hurricane damage. enient location. $125.000 $45,000. LUMMER'S HERE! Enjo) this lonely in ground pool COMMERCIAL LOT! Idea location on Highway 17 long with this 3B/1.5Bth. CB home, new roof, new tiled North. SEE TODAY! $450,000 oors, new double paned windows. nice workshop, con- 2B/1.5Bth Mobile home on secluded 17 acres; plenty of eniently located. $165,000 wildlife including, turkey, deer, and hogs. $175,000 EE THIS PARK MODEL D/% MN/H on nicely land- HIGHWAY 17 SOUTH COMMERCIAL BUILDING raped corner lot; 2B/2Bth, 1656 square feet, some fur- presently used for two separate businesses: 2810 square iture included in sale. $85,000. feel; face brick, new roof: paied parking. Call for estled in Losely Oak Hammock, this 3B/2Bth home details! $275,000. ith 2500 square feet of living, is perfectly situated on lis 155 acre tract that is fenced, has 4" well, 3 aces with HOUSE IN TOWN! 2B/IBth home, approx. 1200 overhead irrigation. Call for details. square feet of living. $45,000. excellent Opportunity to purchase this 38 acre tract of Close to Manatee 5.49 acres, cleared, fenced, and small proved pasture that is fenced, small pond, shell road pond. $95,000. onstage; located at the Hardee/Manatee Line. Contact HUNTER'S PARADISE! See this 40 acre tract with plenty of wildlife; small creek: property can be divid- ed. $420,000 SERVICE YOU CAN COUNT ON ASSOCIATE: DELOIS JOHNSON...............773-9743 S5 J ASSOCIATE: MICHAELADAIS ...........781-2413 ASSOCIATE: MICKEY COLDING.................781-1698 REALTOR ASSOCIATE: DAVID McCLINTOCK..........781-1226 2 1 3 t' .al Citrus Removal Land Clearing backhoe Work Fond Digging Ditch Cleaning DrivewaSs, etc. References provided upon requests. Shawn Rimes (863) 781-0412 Agnet 158*17*9761 cl6:9-30c Quick Closings! Call today! 781-1062 SI al no %eii SE ni w : a thi Em rrI usI u I , II ) ,. ruo-rrn r,- v r-~-- -... n . ~ .~m~- U a 6:23tfc IS~~cS~c 8A The Herald-Advocate, June 30, 2005 -The 600 West College Drive Avon Park, FL 33825 (863) 453-6661 Fax (863) 453-2437 SOUTH FLORIDA www.sfcc.cc.fl.us COMMUNITY COLLEGE ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION TECHNOLOGY INSTRUC- TORS South Florida Community College is seeking part- time instructors to teach classes in DeSoto County begin- ning in August, 2005. Daytime classes covering fundamen- tal topics meet at DeSoto High School from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday thru Friday. Hourly rate: $16.07 (approx. 35 hr/wk.) Evening classes cover special topics (such as Safe Work Practices, First aid and Rescue, Trucks and Excavation Equipment, and Pole Line Equipment) and are held at SFCC's DeSoto Campus. Per credit rate: $374.40. Associate's degree in Electrical Distribution and related occupational experience required. (Extensive occupational experience may substitute for degree requirement.) Apply in Human Resources, Building I (Avon Park) or at any SFCC Campus. (863) 453-6661, Ext. 7132. EA/EO. 5:23.30c 107 W. Main Street TopySee \Wauchuia, FL 33873 REAL ESTATE 773-5994 NEW LISTING Ask me about a 10 acre parcel close to Wauchula. NEW LISTING You must see this beautiful older home in Wauchula. 4Br/2Bth. Frame with vinyl siding. Completely remodeled, New Metal roof. Designed with Mother-In-Law Apt, Assisted living group.home or 2 apts. Call for app. $187,000. Large acreage recreational property, Call for info. Approx. 10 acres in Golfview. For $75,000 We Have Buyers! We Need Listings! We have several buyers interested in your house even if it needs repairing. Call us with your info. Topsy See, broker Vanette See, associate s*,oce Check out more listings at Or email us at: wtw.ourhomesite.comlrwauchularealtors theseegroup@earthlink.net CAREER OPPORTUNITIES OUR NEW STARTING RATE PAY IS $9.00 PER HOUR Florida Institute for Neuroldgical Rehabilitation, Inc., is currently accepting applications for the following positions: TEACHER/PRINCIPAL BS/Education or related field Sand a current Florida Professional Educator's Certificate required. Ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2-4 years experience in Alternative Education and following I.E.P.s. All candidates must have strong leadership and S, _'organizational skills, be a team player, and a dedication to enriching the lives of special children. R.S.A.'s Weekend shift or part-time. HS Diploma or* G.E.D. $9.00 per hour starting rate. C.N.A.'S 2", 3" and Weekend shifts available. Current Florida Licensure & HS Diploma or GED required, expe- rience preferred. C.N.A.'s start at $9.50. RN B Shift-Full time. Current Florida License BS or AS required. $28 32 per hour. THERAPISTS PT, OT & SLP part-timd positions, Sat. & Sun., 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Competitive salary. Current FL Licensure is required. FINR offers an excellent benefit package, is an EOE and a ; Drug Free Workplace. If you are interested in joining a fast growing company, please stop by 1962 Vandolah Rd., Wauchula, FL to fill out an application, fax resume to 863-773-2041 or e-mail to hrinfo@finr.net. : s -Y: Great commercial development site on Highway 17. Call Joe Smith for price. location and details! Over 1 1/3 acre residential building site iery close to Wauchula, schools, and recreation complex! Paved road frontage! Well. electric and permit for sep- tic tank! Offered at $49,500! CONTRACT PENDING! Hardee County: 150 acres pasture with county road frontage. Flowing creek, several farm wells and cow pens! Offered at $11.500 per acre. 4.5 acres South of Wauchula; improved with pond, well and septic! Would make beautiful home site! Listed for $90,000! Ask for Ben Gibson. 10.07 ac. improved pasture, deep watering hole, small farm well, Good home site and suitable for horses. Offered at $10,500 per acre! CONTRACT PENDING Build your new home! 20 ac. on South Bailey Road close to Wauchula! Citrus grove w/microjet irrigation and diesel power unit! Listed for $12,000 per acre. Three 5-ac. tracts on Parnell Road. Good home sites on paved road! Listed for $20,000 per acre! 15 ac. Hamlin grove paved road frontage. 6" diameter deep well with elec- tric submersible pump. Only $13,000 per acre! CONTRACT PENDING! COMMIERCIAL PROPERTY! Large corner parcel on new Northbound US 17! Cleared and ready to build! Listed at $245,000! 118 acres development property on US'98 near US 27. Presently in good quality citrus grove. Offered by bid only! 24,000 SF commercial lot at corner of Heard Bridge Road and Townisend Street, just I block East of Northbound US 17! Just $45,000! PLEASE CALL US IF YOU HAVE PROPERTY TO SELL James V. See, Jr., Broker James V. See, Sr., Broker Sales Associates (after hours) Mary Rollins Ben Gibson Joseph F. Smith (863) 773-9673 (941) 737-2800 (863) 781-1851 Robert Jones Brian Pohl (863) 781-1423 (863) 773-6563 We are a member of the Wauchula Board of Realtors and S Multiple Listing Service, and can service other Realtors' listings. l 1e"3rc Classified.s WE ARE LOOKING for good homes for 4 mixed breed dogs, 4 cats and 1 kitten. Please contact All Creatures at 773-9215. 6:23-30c ADOPT A PET! If you have lost a pet or are looking for a new one, the City of Wauchula invites you to come and see if you can find the pet you're look- ing for. The Wauchula Animal Control is located at 685 Airport Road. Please call 773-3265 or more information. tfc-dh ATTENTION! State Statutes 828.29 requires that all cats and dogs sold in Florida be at least 8 weeks old, have an official health certificate, have nec- essary shots and be free of parasites. tfc-dh 1983 COUNTRY CAMPER 30', 2 AC, generator, 454, full size refrigerator, sleeps 6, $9,000. 781-3613 or 767- 1280. 6:30-7:28p Help Wanted: Part time after school person needed to detail, wash, clean, and do other miscellaneous things around car lot. Come in person we are located at, 201 S. 6th Ave in Wauchula. (863) 773-5959. EOE/DFWP 6:23tfc Help Wanted: General labor needed. Construction/Mechanical knowledge a+. Valid driverslicense needed. Call (863) 773-2213 for application and appointment. EOE D.FWP cl6:2tfc Area Family Support Specialist for the Arcadia area. It does take a village, be part of ours. Family Support Specialist to work in collaboration with community organizations providing social services and empower- ment opportunities to low income rural families. Masters Degree/Bachelor's Degree preferred. Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred, but not required. Must be able to work flexible hours and have reliable transporta- tion. Experience planning and coordinating home visits, parent involvement, and community partnership initia- tives a plus. Strong written and verbal communication, public speaking, and training skills required. Other skills: flexibility, motivation, creativity, critical thinker,. energetic, and visionary are needed for this position. Ability to work independently is'needed. A competitive salary is negotiable. Apply or send resume to ATTN: Sharon Fox at the. Arcadia Office at 241 S. Orange Ave., Arcadia, FL 34266 or e-mail sharon(arcma.org by July 11,2005. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not dis- criminate on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age or national origin, religion, or disabili- ties. cl6:30c azalea apartments SA(w accepting applications 2, 3, & 4 Bedroom Apts.* Handicap units available.* S Rental rates beginning at $443 * (plus electric, ableand phone) Rental assistance available for qualified applicants * 860 Pleasant Way Bowling Green, FL (863) 375-4138 monday Miday 9 a.m. 5p.m. Equal Housing Opportunity c6:16-7:21c NEW ft USED TIRES Billy Ayers Tire Technician HOURS Mo., Fri. 8-6 at. 8-12 #1 Tag Team in Town! Come give usa try! Donna Eures Secretary 116 REA Rd. Wauchula (across from Wal-Mart) ISe Habla Espanoll T oPayroll Temporary or Federal and State Permanent As oflia Taxes 1PVlM LDeposits Personnel and L SOLUTIONS Tax Reports Payroll Services personnel Services Worker's Comp Payroll Services FICA Year End W2's CONTACT: ROBBY ALBRITTON 116 W. Orange St., Wauchula (863) 773-9225 10:21tfc Short Time Job Bankruptcy Repo Slow Pay Just met our easy requimrents and you a condtlionlly APPROVED* NO MONEY DOWN Low month pay t Compitrva Rates Not Buy OHue-Py Hue EtXtd Credit Lata ModI l Ca & Trcks. Call now for your adit approval on our 24 hr. tol hMa HOTUNE 1-0004L40 you muMeet m our a X or a. Wn sr. In-n a an iuty r.qukrrnft. CASEWORKERS Kids Hope United provides support services for abused and neglected children and their fam- ilies for several Central Florida counties. We have caseworker positions available in our Sebring, Wauchula and Mulberry locations. If you have a Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related field we will train you if you are selected. Minimum training salary is $31,620. Salary range for caseworkers is $31,620 -38,760. We will consider non-related degrees if you have related experience. If you have current cer- tification as a Child Protection Professional, we want to talk to you. Competitive salary and complete benefit pack- age if offered, with an excellent paid time off benefit. KHU is a drug free workplace and com- mitted to Equal Employment Opportunities. Please forward resume with salary history to floridajobs@kidshopeunited.org or fax to (407) 386-3499. cl6:16,23,30c S .(863) 773-2128 uI REALTORS JOE L. DAVIS REALTOR JOE L. DAVIS, JR. JOHN H. O'NEAL Sandy Larrison See more listings at www.joeldavis.com REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS NEW LISTING! Great location for this 3 BR, 2 bath CB home on 7 acs. Dbl paved road frontage close to town. $225,000! wo s d nelb rt n4 lh 3 Historical home in Wauchula. 5 BR, 4 bath, CB home on 3 ac. lot. Hardwood floors, fireplace and fountain. Many other fea- tures. Call today to make your appointment. $299,000! 19.83 acs. on Alderman Rd, Ft. Green. Would make a nice homesite. $15,000/ac! These 5 & 10 ac. tracts are located in western Hardee Co. There are only a few lots left with lake view and there are deed restrictions. If you want peaceful living, this is the spot. Take part and locate your busi- ness in this growing commercial area! 450' on North Florida Ave. Zoned commercial. $360,000! 20 acs. in Ft. Green area. Grove with home. 3BR, 1 bath with pool. Call today. $15,000/a&c. Frontage oh Hwy 17 N. South of new Suncoast Schools Credit Union. Approximately '3.5 acs. with 2 homes and 1 office. $1,000,000! Outstanding home in Knollwood. 5 BR, 3.5 bath, for- mal living & dining, extra large family room w/fireplace, game room, and heated pool w/hot tub. $305,000! 20 ac. pasture on paved road. Listed for $310,000! 4 B ,ba tory with Ce cove p nic ar_ a J Situa4 d. 2+ wo acres. $195,000! RELAX & ENJOY! This beau- tiful, wooded 52 ac. tract in SW Hardee Co has easy access with dble road frontage. $780,000! Excellent secluded. homesite at end of county road in Sweetwater. Currently in E&M citrus grove. $15,500/ac! 3,432 SF, 3 BR, 3 bath, brick h o 'ts on a 7 ed, gh, dr r ved lsturen icdes 11 app - ances, s- t we s, & septic tanks. $380,000! Ideal nursery site! 9.5 ac. homesite, near Lake Letta and Highlands Ridge N Golf Course. Enjoy golfing, fishing and other water recre- ation in beautiful Sebring, Florida. Call for more details! BEAUTIFUL HOMIESITES! 5 ac. tracts in eastern Hardee Co. on paved road. Listed for $17,500/ac! 60 acs. on county rd currently in citrus grove with deep well. $12,000/ac, WILL DIVIDE! 10 lt. Green on M diC chR. Gat Commercial 34.5 acs. on north bound Hwy 17, over 1,800 feet of frontage. Buy all or in part. Call today for details! 52.87 ac. grove in Highlands C.*rth of Lorila, 33 in le a rs.in am -s in e irr atio diesel o s. 475,000! REAI TOR ASSOCIATES AFTER HOURS KENNY SANDERS..........781-0153 RICK KNIGHT................77.-2472 MONICA REAS..............773-9609 DAVID ROYAL...........781-3490 SANDY LARRISON....... 832-01.O NULKE NICHOLSON U.S. HIGHWAY 17 SOUTH, WAUCHULA, FL 33873 Cl6:30c -Fast & Friendly Service- WW'BU ,_r Semni -T:Lres 'T-ai e--T xe ! Thank you for your business! 863-773-0777 863-773-0727 I I-~I I TAT \ June 30, 2005, The Herald-Advocate 9A The Classifieds- CLOSING OUT! Must be sold! Complete stock of plants, citrus trees, Miscellaneous supplies. Voogd Growers. 9 am to dark. 773-4853. 6:9-7:7 FLOWER NURSERY with 3 BD, 2Bth trailer and addition 19 cots U.S. 17 Hwy frontage, Bowling Green. Ph. 863-375-2380. 6:23-7:21 p Ren-l WAREHOUSES, SEVERAL DIFFER- ENT Sizes. Jack Ullrich Warehouses. 773-6448. 6:30c AFFORDABLE 2 or 3 bedroom mobile homes, $350 and up, plus deposit. Family Park. No Pets. 773-3275. 6:30-7:28p 3 BR, 1.5 bath mobile home. (863) 453-3400 daytime or (863) 399-3333. 6:30-7:7p 2 BR/1 BA, Zolfo Springs. Deposit and 1st month required. (863) 735-2073: 6:30p 3 BR HOUSE. 773-0881. 6:30c 4 BR/2 Bath trailer. ALSO apartments available. 773-6667. 6:30c 1 B/R very nice efficiency Apt., com- pletely furnished. 150 channel satel- lite TV. One Person Only. No Pets. Shared washer and dryer. $600 month - $300 security deposit, includes util- ities 863-375-4424. 6:30-7:7p PILKINGTON TREE SERVICE INC Bobcat forvieo Troo Trimming Complete Troo Removal *FREE ESTIMATES* (863) 781-2089 ianvad a' Insured C14 :2tfc Aecpt M/C a Viga Nursery positions available now. SGeneral help and person experienced in spraying or willing to learn at our Zolfo Springs location. Supervisor position available at our Ft. Meade location. Applicant must have a S-' ''::alid ID & Social Security. All positions are full time. Apply in person at Sunshine Foliage World 2060 Steve Roberts Special Zolfo Springs, FL Local Intornot Sarvieo Only 99.95! 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(863) 773- 3275 (863) 698-4908. 6:30-7:7p 3 BR, 1 1/2 BA, Wauchula, available July 1st. First, Last and Security required. 781-0982. 6:2-30p ATTENTION! The Federal Fair Housing Act Prohibits advertising any preference or limitation based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or the intention to make such a prefer- ence or limitation. Familial status. includes children under 18 living with parents or guardians and pregnant women. tfc-dh FRANK'S LAWN CARE, free esti- mates. Commercial, residential. Licensed-insured. 781-7360. 6:30-9:1 p TRACTOR, MOWER & DISC for hire. Free estimates. 863-735-0140 leave message. 6:23-7:21 p WE BUY JUNK cars! U-hau Carl's Recycling 767-0400. M&R Lawncare, mowing, going. Call 773-4698 or 773- D.C. PHONE SERVICE. Residential and small business installation & repair. Specializing in mobile homes, 35 years experience. 863-773-9179. 5:19-8:25p FARRIER work. We trim horses. 863- 781-1449. 4:28ftc ul. rye haul. B SEE SOUND 6:16-8:18p Pro-Audio for any event. 773-6375. bush hog- 4:4-8:4p -6372. 6:2-30 CENTRAL PUMP & IRRIGATION, INC., (863) 773-6259. Services include aer- ators, house pumps, new installation & repair on yard systems. 5:26tfc KENNY HARRIS PRESSURE cleaning & painting. Commercial & residential. Licensed and insured. (863) 735- 8863, (863) 381-0874. 5:19-7:28p GUL CETRL HDRLIS9,NC .DEALER RECOMMENDED *TEST FACILITIES ON SITE *STATEWIDE PICK UP & DELIVERY CAT Komatsu Deere Kawasaki Hitachi Kobelco Volvo Case Linkbelt Rexroth Sundstrand Poclain Linde Staffa c6:2-6:30p LES LASKY 1-800-276-0891 Cell 813-220-9170 Fax 727-845-5754 New Port Richey, FL Roofing Foremen, Roofing Laborers, Sheet Metal Foremen, Sheet Metal Laborers Growing commercial/industrial roofing contractor on west coast of FL. Experienced only. Great benefits including 401k/profit sharing/vacation. Steady year-round work. References required. Apply online at www.sutterroofing.com or, fax resume to 813-868-0500 Attn: Scott Wilson cl6:30-7:28p "On The Job- RESCHKE CONSTRUCTION, INC. State Certified Building and Roofing Contractor Residential Remodeling Zolfo Springs, Florida (863) 735-0660 (863) 832-0409 HELP WANTED Positions needed for year-round middle and high school in girl's juvenile justice program in Bowling Green. $31,000 with 50 paid days off annually and excellent benefits. Certified Teachers. Please indicate area of certification when applying. ESE/Transition Specialist. ESE certified required. Duties include writing IEPs, testing students, scheduling students, substituting for absent teachers, etc. Fax resume to T. Williams at 863-993-1772 or e-mail to HSAINCHR@aol.com. EOE/DFWP cl6:30c Phone: (863) 735-1623 cie 30c 5105 N. Hwy 17 Bowling Green Any old hillbilly can change a tire, but we sell tires for less 1 Sand we prove it! Bo changes all types N 1 of tires... Car, Semi, Trailer, CUSTOMER BEWARE! etc. We are licensed and Insured! BReg #MV"40e25 BoEspino Mn Sat Auto Technician 9:00 5:00 ,.cl6:23tfc WE REPAIR MOST AMERICAN CARS FULL TIME MECHANIC 375-4461 JIM'S PAINTING SERVICE. House and mobile home repair. Interior and exte- rior. Mobile top coating, pressure washing, free estimates, Lic. & Ins. #218, 767-9650. 11:6tfc AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP. Every Wednesday night at 6:30 p.m. Located at the SFCC Annex, Room #105, Hwy. 17 North, Wauchula. 735-2511. tfc-nc IS ALCOHOL CAUSING a problem? Call Alchoholics Anonymous in Hardee County at 735-3109. Several weekly meetings, tfc *** PUMP TROUBLE? CALL ULLRICH'S PITCHER PUMP For complete sales, service and installation, call (863) 773-6448. 7:18tfc ATTENTION! State Statutes 489-119 Section 5 Paragraph B and Hardee County Ordinance 87-09 Section 10 Paragraph D require all ads for any construction-related service to carry the contractor's license number. tfc-dh OSTOMY, COLOSTOMY, AND ideosto- my supplies now in stock at Pete's Pharmacy. tfc DO YOU HAVE a problem with drugs? Narcotics Anonymous meets Monday nights 7:30 p.m. at St. Michael's Catholic Church, Heard Bridge Rd., Wauchula and Friday and Saturday nights 7 p.m. at First Methodist Church, Corner of Grape & Church St., Bowling Green. 7:18tfc LET US PICK up junk cars out of your yard. Will buy old farm tractors. Crooms- 773-0637. 2:24tfc JT PAINTING & Pressure Cleaning. Free estimates. (888) 689-8188 11:18-6:29p PARKER FILL DIRT, tree removal, stump removal, dragline, track hoe, land clearing, shell, clay, top soil, loader, bulldozer, dump trucks. 735- 2415. 9:9tfc Able Body Labor is seeking an experienced driver to operate our company bus. Will transport employees to various jobsites in the Wauchula area. MUST have a valid Florida drivers license, CDL B w/passenger endorsement. Selected applicant will be subject to DOT physical/preemployment drug screen. This is a F/T split shift position with benefits. 1123 US HWY 17 S Wauchula / Ph# 863-767-1000. cl6:30c CAROL'S] 1534 YAN' wp *, RO'' PORT CHR 33952 ****** WAUCHULA REALTY CY STREET ARLOTTE, FL. 417 NORTH 9TH 4 BEDROOMS 2 BATHROOMS NICE CORNER LOT 1738 SQ FT COULD BE USED AS A DUPLEX ASKING $62,500 JAMES COLLIE OFFICE 1-941-627-2769 CELL CELL FAX 1-941-628-7835 1-863-412-8932 1-941-627-1741 LIC. ASSOCIATE 6:30C 7' 5 DRIVER NEEDED need ca We Buy site built or manufactured homes, vacant lots, acreage! $5 million worth of buying power! Just a phone call away! 863-661-7308 Mr. B. 7 days a week. 6:30c Tee service' FREE ESTIMATES 767-0934 c,6916230p 781-2783 3 Rental houses in Ona. Current rental income $900 per month. $70,000. Beautiful wooded 5 acres, like new DW/MH, 3/2, Central H/A, 5138 Deer Run Road. $120,000. 15 Acres Rhynn Road currently in grove. Well & Irrigation system & drain tile. $12,000 per acre. 1.06 acres, zoned C-2. Just east of new Northbound U.S. 17. Excellent potential for warehouses or light manufacturing. Priced to sell. $70,000. 421 Grape St. BG 3/1, central H/A, CB $65,000. 170 College Lane, 2BR 1 Bth Central H/A. Large wooded lot $69,500. 2 parcels, 1-5 ac. Grove 2 wells, corner of Steve Roberts and Greenleaf. And 22 acres MOL Grove, deep well, corner of Barlow Rd. and S.R. 64E. W/MH. 50 acres more or less close to town. Frontage on 2 paved roads. $9,500 per acre. I Il Willis Duct Cleaning II Id ,I Wr- L.--I I I John Rc.chkc Bill Reschke : CCC-0459251 License CBC- 124301 cl4:21tfc (DWU924 0 10A The Herald-Advocate, June 30, 2005 ----- ^- HOT TUB, holds 5-6 people, 773-4204 or 781-4414. 6:30p SMALL COLOR PRINTER. 781-6695. 6:30dh FRI./SAT., 8-?, 4676 County Road 663- N, Fort Green. Lots of misc., tools. 6:30p SATURDAY ONLY, 120 N. 1st Ave. Clothes, furniture, etc. 6:30p SATURDAY, 7 am-?, 3426 Marion St., Zolfo (off of Hwy 66). Electric stove with hood system, love seat, sink, counter top, go-cart, clothes, and toys. 6:30p 2 FAMILY YARD SALE. Sat., 8 am. 623 Bostick Rd., Bowling Green. Turn on Bostick Rd. (Torrey Oaks Golf Course). 1 mile on left. r 6:30p SATURDAY, 8-?, 216 N. 8th Ave.,'Apt. 1. Furniture, clothes, household items.. 6:30p SATURDAY, 8-2, 319 S. 9th Ave;, Wauchula. Clothing, toys, house- wares, small appliances, furniture, etc. 6:30p SATURDAY, 8-?, 1350 SR64E, Zolfo Springs. Children's clothes, adult clothes, toys, furniture and lots more. 6:30p SATURDAY, 8-12, 417 S. 11th Ave., Wauchula. Clothes, baseball cards. 6:30p An angry man opens his mouth and shuts up his eyes. A man is not old until regrets take the place of dreams. -John Barrymore HARDEE COUNTY KIDS NEED HARDEE COUNTY HELP! Ease a dependent child's way through the court sys- tem. Volunteer to be a Guardian Ad Litem. 773-2505 (If office unattended, please leave message.) I [ Potentail Up to $38,000 1st Year! LOCAL DRIVING: HOME EVERYDAY Small 888-CTL JOBS (888-285-5627) 1136ental Upto $8,00 TELLER WANTED Ideal candidate is courteous, enthusiastic, sales oriented and computer literate. Excellent salary & benefit package. Apply in person: Big Lake National Bank 202 N. 6th Ave., Wauchula EOE DFW 630.77c HELP WANTED Program Assistant needed for school located in juvenile justice facility near Arcadia. Enrolls, sched- ules, and withdraws students using the DeSoto School Board computerized student information system. Performs clerical duties. 12-month full-time employ- ment. Requires high school diploma. $20,000 plus excellent benefits. Please fax resume to Carol Duncan at 863-993-4521 or e-mail to carol.duncan (desoto.kl2.flIus EOE/DFWP cl6:3 'HELP WANTED SUNRISE COMMUNITY-LAND OF OPPORTUNITY * Working with adults with developmental disabilities SDepenedable, 18 years old, high school diploma, valid driver's license. * Fulfilling work environment * 3 shifts available Advancement opportunities/Tuition reimbursement SHealth Insurance/403B * Annual raises, referral bonus Paid vacation, sick, holiday We look forward to hearing from you. Please call Betty at 863-773-3985 or Robert at 863-767-1691. EOE/DFWP cl6:9-30c i VOCA of Florida Direct staff positions available in Wauchula group homes. High school diploma or GED and valid drivers license (in good standings) required. Experience providing services to persons with developmental disabilities pre- ferred. Apply in person at 114 West Carlton; Wauchula, Florida, 863-773-0434 EOE M/F/V/D 6:23-7:28c ZOMBIES TERRORIZE MOVIEGOERS FOR 37 YEARS "Land of the Dead," which opened June 21, is director George Romero's fourth.flick about ravenous zombies wandering around like, well, zombies and consuming human flesh like Roseann gobbling jumbo bags of buttered popcorn. "Day of the Dead," 1985, was the third "dead" film, following 1975's "Dawn of the Dead." In these three you get to see the guts-strewn, blood- soaked silver screen in all its stomach-turning, living-colored glory. But the first dead film, the one that started it all, was in black and white. Released in 1968, "Night of the Living Dead," made for a measly $114,00, earned $12 million domestically, $20 million worldwide and has become a cult classic. Movie buffs and film critics rave about the use of light, shadows, sound the myriad techniques.and tricks Romero used that still set "Night of the Living Dead" light years apart from most horror flicks. All I know is it scared the socks off me. In 1968, when it came out, I was a student at South Florida Junior col- lege when classes were held in vacant rooms above businesses along Main Street, west of the movie theater, in old downtown Avon Park. Worried about a Friday morning modern math exam, Thursday afternoon I cornered Sthe teacher, Mr. Coxcroft, in his office and picked his brain for hours. About six o'clock he claimed he had to go home. Despondent and confused, not understanding modern math concepts much more than I had three months ago when the class began, I got my text- book, gathered up my piles of papers and turned to the door. "Well," I said, "I guess I'll go home and study all night. Maybe I'll get it before daylight." Hoped he'd feel sorry for me. He shook his head. "Don't do it, Ballard. Relax, go to a movie; don't even think about math anymore until you sit down to take the test tomor- row. You'll do all right." I doubted I'd do all right, but I really didn't believe studying all night would help any, either and it might do more harm than good. I'd worked harder in that class than in all my other classes put together. Mr. Coxcroft was right: If I didn't know enough to pass the exam now, I never would. I walked a few blocks to the theater to see what was playing. "Night of the Living Dead," the poster said. Living dead? Sounded silly. Maybe I'd I NOTICE OF SALE JULY 1, 2005 11:00 A.M. Personal property in the following units will be sold to the highest bidder to satisfy rental liens in accor- dance with Florida Statute Section 83.801 83.809. Contents may include household items, clothing, closed cartons, etc. The sell will take place at Convenient Mini Storage, 5106 U.S. Highway 17 N., Bowling Green, FL on July 1, 2005 at 11:00 A.M. Unit #13 Jesus Rodriguez Unit #25 Alicia Perez Unit #35 Peggy Hassell Unit #37 Abandoned' cl6:16-30c HELP WANTED TOWN CLERK: The Town Council of Zolfo Springs will accept applications for the position of Town Clerk. The position requires experience in local government administra- tion, graduation from an accredited four (4) year college, univer- sity, or international Institute of Municipal Clerk's Career Training Program, or an equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Any candidate must be capable of being bonded in excess of $100,000. Computer experience is a must. Successful applicant will be required to attend all Council meetings as well as being active on several committees. Must maintain effective and pleasant work- ing relations with other employees, town officials and the general public. Must be of good character and skilled in duties required by the position.. Applications- may be picked up at the Town Clerk's office at the Town Hall, 3210 US Highway 17 South. Zolfo Springs, FL 33890. The position will remain open until filled. The Town Council reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications, The Town of Zolfo Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Marilyn Aker, Mayor Attest: Jack Logan cl6:23,30c : Town Clerk Circle The Date! COMMUNITY CALENDAR DEADLINE IS MONDAY AT 5 PM. watch TV, or just hang out and see what was happening. A bunch of guys and I shared a big house down by the high school,. not far from the theater. No one was home. I showered, had a cold drink, headed back to the theater. Bought a bag of popcorn and a Coke, sat near the rear on the right. Funny how clearly I remember that. I remember, too, the opening scene, the brother and sister in the graveyard. Something about the light, the shadows; the sound, the way the leaves moved on the trees. So strange, surreal, creepy. I lost my appetite way before the basement scene where the little zom- bie girl is caught munching mommy's arm. By the end of the film, I revert- ed from a semi-mature, big-time college boy to a trembling child terrified of the dark. I hoped someone was home. No one was. It was -so dark. I sat in the car for a long time. Dashed inside, turned on every light in the house. Got the pistol I'd borrowed for Mr. Huey's demonstration speech, pocketed it. Wished I had some shells. Sat at the kitchen table, tried to read. Couldn't concentrate. Drank a beer. Didn't help. Kept seeing that little zombie girl. Eating mommy's arm. Couldn't shake the awful image out of my head. That night I began more fully to understand and appreciate the power of mind. Totally aware of the irrationality of my fear (it was only a movie!), I could not escape it. Finally my roommate and friend, Kim, slouched in with a couple of girls. Grinned. "Hey, man, what's up?" "Not much." I yawned. "Just wasted two bucks on a boring movie." I might have been a scaredy-cat, but I was cool. Pulled a "C" in modem math. Never saw the color "dead" flicks. Black and white was good enough for me. Comments or questions? E-mail Chip Ballard at chipkyle746-@earth- link.net. Make The Winning Score! SPORTS NEWS DEADLINE IS MONDAY AT NOON SLE BODY HELP WANTED MANAGER needed for Able Body Labor's Wauchula team. Company specializes in servicing the construction, hospitality, light industrial and special events market. Duties include dis- patching workers to job sites, setting-up new accounts, making service calls to clients, recruiting temps, etc. Ability to work flex- ible hours to include weekends a MUST. Competitive salary, bonus & benefits pkg. (863) 767-1000 E-mail resume to: region17jobs()ablebody.net or fax to 863-767-5387 c16:30c T NT FILL_ PI T. INC Dirt, Sand, Shell, Washout, Citrus Tree Removal, Land Clearing. 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Some of the refuge's fences and the 1,000-foot boardwalk were the most heavily damaged, and some were repaired out of necessity. But, it is obvious that there is still a lot more work to be done at the refuge and around the park. Danny Weeks, county director of Building and Grounds said Tuesday that cleaning around Boy Scout Island off Rock Lake and other camping areas also needs to be done. "When will largely depend on those who are cutting and plant- refuge Still Closed ing trees," Weeks said, noting that there in canoes and waders to pick the state Department of Agriculture up all the limbs and trash that had grant is for two years. fallen in. "We hope to get the refuge open "We were extremely lucky to in the next month or two," he con- come out as well as we did; it could eluded. By August 13, it will be a have been a lot worse. We have year since devasting Hurricane many people to thank for helping Charley raced through the county, clean up. The campers who came causing widespread destruction. down from the North really helped The first concern was the safety us out with the clean-up. We could. of the animals at the refuge, most not have done it without them and brought there because they were no thank them very much," said a -longer able to live in the wild and grateful Soles. needed a protected environment. A lot of help also came from Patti "All of the animals were complete- Ragan at the Center for Great Apes, ly fine during the storms, and we said Soles. Since the county only had to move a few to higher refuge's coolers were put out of ground as a precaution," said commission, food for the animals Carmen Soles, a veterinary techni- spoiled. Ragan's, whose center in cian who is the refuge manager, the Lemon Grove area survived As the flood waters rose in the well, gave as much extra food as American alligator exhibit, a few she could, continued Soles. had to be relocated because they "As soon as we can get rid of the were too used to a human feeding overhanging limbs that pose a them. "That was definitely the threat to people on the boardwalk, hardest part," said Soles, laughing we can finally reopen the refuge to at the memory. "We had to get out the public," concluded Soles. Sertoma Golf Tour Stops At Torrey Oaks PHO&TS-BY-MI/-AL r'ELL Brenton McClenithan, Justin Painter, WIT. Redding and Kyle Braxton await to start their morning on the first hole. Redding went on to win the 17-18 year old age group with a one under par 35. .. ..... ... ......... PHOTO BYBRETTJARNAGIN Hardee County Animal Refuge manager Carmen Soles points some of the broken trees which are all over the refuge. A state grant will help get them removed, as soon as contractors can get start- ed. Meanwhile, limbs over the boardwalk and other damage has kept the refuge from opening. See story inside. Jake Crews, Ben Krause and Brek McClenithan in the 13-14 division get ready to walk to their next shots. Krause finished-the day tied for second with a 44 on the front nine. Financial Solutions By Patrick M. Lange Licensed Financial Advisor Kaleb Saunders tries to blast a good drive on the second tee box. Will Kragse, 16, prepares for his shot on the fourth hole. S.... . .: JhAett See taps in a short putt as his dad Jack looks on. Jhett ended up taking second place in the six to eight year old divi- sion. Gemi Saunders placed fourth ABOUT ... Classifieds DEADLINE ....Tuesday noon RATES ..........Minimum of $3.75 for 10 words. Each additional word is 20 cents. Ads in all capitals are 32 cents per word. Headlines are $2 a line. Blind ad box numbers are $3 extra. BILLING....A...Ads must be pre-paid. CLASSIFICATIONS: Agriculture Appliances Automobile Boats Furniture Help Wanted Houses Livestock Lost & Found Miscellaneous Mobile Homes Notices Pets Plants/Produce Real Estate Recreational Vehicles Rentals Services Wanted Yard Sales THE UNMARRIED PENALTY More than 86 million adults in America are unmarried, comprising half of all households, 42 percent of employees and 35 percent of voters. Yet unmarried Americans face significant unmarried financial disadvantages, according to the American Association for Single People and the Lesbian & Gay Immigration Rights Task Force. Following are some of the "penalties' you could be facing if you are single or if you and your partner are not legal-. ly wed. *Higher Unemployment Unemployment for unmarried people with children under 18 was 9.1 percent in 2002. It was only 3.8 percent for mar- ried workers with kids. *Fewer Job Benefits Companies subsidize benefits for employees' spouses and kids. Unmarried workers are not compensated in another form to make up the difference. Furthermore, benefits for spouses are tax-free, \ while domestic partner benefits are taxed, if they exist. *No Social Security Spouse Benefits Surviving spouses can collect hal f of a deceased worker's benefits, whereas domestic partners cannot col- lect anything. In addition, Social Security benefits, which in some cases can be tapped by a surviving spouse, are essentially untouchable by a surviving domestic partner. *Higher. Taxes, No Estate-Tax Breaks and Transfer Taxes - Unmarned partners can't file joint returns and receive smaller capital-gains breaks when they sell their homes. Married people can leave spouses every- thing, ta\-free. But estates of unmarried couples worth more than $1.5 mil- lion are taxed at 18 to 48 percent. Furthermore, transfers of property to a spouse are not taxable, while transfers to domestic partners are. *Fewer Family Discounts Most country clubs, health clubs and auto clubs allow a spouse to join free or to take advantage of a discount. Unmarried partners must pay for two memberships and cannot use family discounts. *No Victim's. Rights Protection If a drunk driver kills a married person, the surviving spouse can sue for wrongful death. Unmarried surviv- ing partners have no legal recourse whatsoever. *Credit and Housing Discrimination Unmarried joint applicants are sometimes offered credit on less favorable terms than their married counterparts. Many states do.not ban marital status discrimination in rental housing, allowing landlords to refuse to rent to unmarried tenants. *Lack of Citizenship Rights Fifteen countries recognize same-sex couples for immigration. However, U.S. citizens in relationships with same- sex foreigners cannot sponsor their partners. When it comes to these and other important financial issues, your best course of action is to seek the advice of a professional financial advisor. Whether you are married or not, by working with your advisor, you can cre- ate and implement a comprehensive financial plan specific to your needs and the benefits available to you. YOU Can Appear nr.. ; . AS* Pi .. . Are you a poet? how Your.work' o published int newspaper t "POI" a weekly ft h relies aolely on reader subsilesstou must beour 1w Itfi work, written by you, not Someon0. w. To appear In tW.tr re, send your poet- ry, name: and 'tle t rVslden, ce, i, ~qiIplat The' Heral Advocate, P.O. BOt 338,1 Wii idia, FL 0 38 O 6 a 7713.0657. '''~'r. II :( ~., .'.. ' I ' 12A The Herald-Advocate, June 30, 2005 Hotel Receives Highest Award The Best Western Heritage Inn and Suites midway between Wauchula and Bowling Green has received a special award. The Best Western Director's Deal Me Out! By Marjorie Roberts Hardee Drug Abuse Prevention Coalition Knowledge is power! Facts ard knowledge are strong tools necessary for building a community in which people enjoy living, working and rais- ing families. In our fast-paced society, it is a difficult task to stay informed on a wide variety of topics that affect our daily lives. One topic in particular touches the lives of everyone in our society in one way or another. That topic is substance abuse. The Hardee County Drug Abuse Prevention Coalition was formed a lit-: tle over a year ago in an effort to raise awareness and help the community stay informed on trends of substance abuse and 'ways to work toward a countywide standard of healthy lifestyles. A coalition should have participants from all segments of the commu- nity, including parents, youth and representatives from media, business, law enforcement, social services, service organizations, the faith community, recreation, senior citizens and the medical. The Hardee coalition is small yet, due to the fact that it is so new. Currently the coalition includes George Kelly from the schools, Dale Johnson representing the County Commission, Frank Yodonis from Wauchula State Bank, Errick Snelling and Karen Patton from Tri-County Human Services, Kathryn Doddridge from Florida Hospital and myself, from The Drug Prevention Resource Center. The coalition meets the second Tuesday of every month in the confer- ence room of the Hardee County Health Department at 8 a.m. Topics on our meeting agendas include coordination with prevention efforts in the schools, planning for community awareness and developing plans to sup- port community activities that promote healthy choices. Meetings are open to anyone who would like to attend. Parents need to know the facts so they can talk with the their children about the dangers of substance abuse, from the gateway drugs such as alco- hol to illicit drugs such as cocaine. and methamphetamine. Employers and coworkers need to know the signs and symptoms of alcoholism and abuse of other substances. They, as well, need to have a plan for helping an employee or coworker access the services needed to help him overcome his problem., How does the use, of substances that are harmful to a person become normalized in our society? A good example is evident in a relatively new product, manufactured by food. companies in Amsterdam and Germany, which has begun to show up across our country. Chronic (Kronici Candy is packaged like a lollipop, with images of bright green marijuana leaves. :It is sold like marijuana in "nickel bags" in smoke stores, convenience stores, gas stations and over the Internet nation- wide. The company and product names useppt-related slang commonly associated with marijuana, including "Acapulco Gold" and "Sticky Icky Skunk." Although this product does not contain THC, which is the addictive chemical in marijuana that produces the high, the sales of products such as this promote the normalization of the actual drug. Products such as Chronic S(Kronic) Candy give the false impression that marijuana is fun and safe, serving as a gateway product for future marijuana use, Future articles in this column will provide facts on substance abuse, along with coalition plans and activities. By JOAN SEAMAN Of The Herald-Advocate The latest jewel in Hardee County's crown is also prized in the corporate world. award for outstanding quality stan- dards is reserved for those interna- tional hotels with a cleanliness and maintenance score of 950 points or m6re out of a possible 1,000. Inspector Brian Larsen said the local hotel "was one of the most beautiful Best Westerns" he had seen. "It is an upscale, beautiful property." Triple A has given it a three-dia- mond rating, the best possible for a hotel without a restaurant. Hotels must meet Best Western's requirements for design and high customer service scores to qualify for the distinctive award. "The Director's Award is an important symbol of success," says co-owner Lavon Cobb. "This award confirms the Best Western Heritage Inn and Suites' commit- ment to providing quality accom- modations for our guests. Our entire team has worked hard to achieve this level of success." The first national brand hotel in the county, Best Western opened at a ribbon-cutting on March 17, in time for annual Sebring Inter- Telling The Truth. By J. Adam Shanks Preacher A ALL-TIME LOW REACHES AN ALL-TIME HIGH What a depressing statistic that has come out. The number of people infected with the Human Immuno-deficiency Virus. (HIV) has reached an all-time high. It is staggering that so many have this virus that eventually leads to AIDS, a word.dreaded in our culture. It is unfortunate that so many are going to be suffering with depleted white.blood cell counts, those cells which counteract simple diseases like the common cold and flu. Every day will be a struggle for these people that are infected. They will suffer with the physical difficulties of life that those uninfected can easily overcome; they will suffer with the humiliation of a dreaded disease and the outcast look that is commonly given by those uninformed to those who carry communi- cable diseases. The more depressing statistic is the way that this disease has become so commonly spread. According to a report by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, 77% of the people who.have contracted this disease have done so through sexual activity (http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/8203052). This disease tends to spread through the activity that should not be taking place in the first plape, The Bible says that, "marriage is honorable among all, and the bed undefiled; but fornicators' and adulterers God will judge" (Hebrews 13:4). God intended that sex be shared only by those who are in the committed relationship of marriage. Nowhere else does He allow sexu- al activity to be shared, enjoyed, or experimented with! Right here in Hardee County, we have been statistically labeled as the county with the highest teen pregnancy rate in the state of Florida. If HIV and AIDS are not a problem here yet, with this type of activity, it will be the hotel features six kinds of rooms, now at regular room rates. The standard queen rooms are at $89 a night, with the larger Queen Deluxe rooms at $99 per night. The 10 King Suites are $99 a night and the Jacuzzi-Honeymoon suite is $119. There is a room with both king and queen beds and a kitch- enette at $129 a night. Finally, also at $129 a night, there is an Executive Suite with a kitchen/sitting area, a separate bed- room and a board room area com- plete with a conference table equipped with high speed internet and telephone ports, Some of the rooms are equipped to meet the Americans With Disability Act requirements or needs of the hearing impaired. The lobby/breakfast area has a double-sided fireplace. A compli- mentary breakfast, which includes Belgian waffles, is served. There is free high speed internet throughout the hotel and pool area. The heated swimming pool has an adjacent outdoor Jacuzzi, there is a fitness center that overlooks the pool area, and there are microwaves/refrigera- tors, blow dryers, coffee makers and irons/ironing boards in all the guest rooms. A banquet room seats up to 100 people. Lavon and Linda Cobb joined with the South Meade Mine land management branch of Cargill Crop Nutrition Inc. to form the Wauchula Hotel Investments Inc. to own and operate the hotel. Cargill has since merged with IMC Phosphates to form Mosaic, which continued the company mission to enrich the community where the company works and help develop its long-term future., For more information, or to make reservations, the Best Western Heritage, Inns and Suites can be contacted at 773-2378. soon. Our teens should be thinking about the consequences of their actions. Our adults should be making them aware of them. We tend to give the teen-agers a hard time about this upsetting statistic but reality says they are learning this behavior from somewhere. We adults are guilty of allowing it and sometimes, with some adults, even promoting it! What are we doing about it? What are we dong that is teaching'them that these things are ok? Maybe, we need to look at ourselves ,before \xe start pointing out the mistakes in our teen-agers (Matthew 7:3-5). Let's look at the reality of a sexually adventurous life and realize that HIV and AIDS are the end result of not following God's plan. God gives us laws and guidance for our protection. Let's learn to list to the Creator! I'm Telling the Truth! J. Adam Shanks is minister of the Church of Christ in Wauchula. He can be e-mailed at wearewe@earthlink.net SMALL YQUR PRINTING NEEDS IN ONE CONVENIENT LOCATION! national Speedway race customers. An official Open House was held on April 21, allowing area residents to stroll through the spacious lobby and peer into some of its 48 rooms. Located at 2727 U.S. 17 North, A4..... COURTESY PHOTO Excited at its spring grand opening were (from left) hotel co-owner Lavon Cobb; Parker Keen of Mosaic, a co-owner; general manager Becky Miller; co-owner Linda Cobb; Charlie Watts, a Dallas Cowboys receiver who was the guest speaker; and Best Western representative Randy Shuert. The Herald-Advocate (USPS 578-780) Thursday June 30, 2005 The group worked to undo all of Charley's damage. A. World Changer applies a fresh coat of paint to the house. Students Change This Part Of The World By SHAYLA BRYAN Herald-Advocate Intern World Changers has left its mark on Hardee County. Some 250 high-school students chose to give up part of their sum- mer and instead' work to help the elderly, disabled and people in need. Based at First Baptist Church of Avon Park, groups worked in both Hardee and Highlands coun- ties doing a variety' of home- improvement and cleanup tasks that included painting, landscaping and repairing roofs. World Changers is a program of the North American Mission Board Sof the Southern Baptist Conven- fion. Locally, it partnered with the Orange Blossom Association, the Office of Community Development in both counties and Rebuilding Together. Additionally, many local church- es supported this project. The students arrived on a Saturday and left the following :Saturday. They were divided into teams and each team had a local church sponsor. This meant that the group would attend church there on Sunday, and the church would brine them lunch each day, drinks, tools and whatever they needed to Sget the job done. The day of.a World Changer Begins early, with breakfast around 6:15 a.m. They usually arrive at thel jobsite by 7 or 7:30. The groups iake a lunch break and continue :working until 3:30, which is when :they head back to their base site. :Upon their return, they have dinner, followed by church time and devo- tionals There were six groups that did work around Hardee County the week of June 13-18..A total of 50 youth and 16 adults labored in love to repair eight homes here. A few of the homes World Changers visited had already received some attention from tho Mennonite volunteers. However, there were some small jobs that still needed to be done at those loca- tions. And some homeowners weren't as fortunate and had seen no repairs made to their homes at all, like Anne Taylor of 701 Green St. in Wauchula. Doug Hill, of Zolfo Springs, was the crew chief of the project at Taylor's residence. He oversaw all that went on with his group. Ten kids from Alabama, Georgia and Pensacola, one support member and Hill worked side-by-side to make a difference in someone's life. "It's a marvelous thing. I wish everyone could do it and more often than just once a year," Hill said. This was Hill's first time working with the World Changers, and it was a rewarding experience for him. The students painted the house and took on the daunting task of cleaning up the front and back yards and gardens. Some of them even went and bought flowers with their own money to spruce up her gardens. Taylor said, "I am in awe. They've done a very good job. I know it was a tedious one." Nothing had been done to her home and yard since Hurricane Charley hit. She still had been look- ing for someone to help her straighten it all out. She has been living at Green Street since 1978, and is a retired elementary school teacher. She had.neyer heard of the group, but was extremely grateful for what it did for her. "Between Hardee and Highlands counties, 32 homes were repaired," Micah Hendrickson said. Hendrickson is the grant coordi- nator and public information offi- cer for the Office of Community Development. He served as the supervisor for the World Changers' activity within the county. He had.never been involved with the group, but he said, "It was an absolutely wonderful group of kids to work with." The World Changers had been to Highlands County before, but this was its first visit'here. "We are in the process right now of working out for them to come next year. The need is here," Hendiickson added. PHOTOS BY SHAYLA BRYAN Resident Anne Taylor and crew chief Doug Hill look on as repairs are being made. He said that this year was some- what of a trial run, and when it returns next year World Changers will do more extensive repairs. This summer, more than 25,000 students nationwide will participate in 93 community service projects throughout the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. "These students are showing the true heart of America," said Jim Burton, director of World Changers. "I think that people across the country will be touched by their spirit and hard work," he concluded. 2003 FORD F-150 SUPER CREW XLT, V8, auto., air, pw/pl, tilt/cruise, CD. Stk. #10740A $20,995 2004 CHEV. SILVERADO HD REG. CAB 4X4 6.0 V8, auto., air, tilt/cruise. Stk. #3342A $21,995 2000 FORD EXPLORER 4-DOOR XLT V6, A.T., air, pw/pl, tilt/cruise. Stk. #10537A $8,995 2003 CHEV. SILVERADO 2500 HD CREWCAB LS 4X4 6.0 V8, auto., air, leather, pw/pl, tilt/cruise, CD. Stk. #11110A $23,995 2003 CHEV. SILVERADO REG. CAB 4X4 SPORTSIDE V8, A.T., air, tilt, cruise. Stk. #3342A $16,995 2003 CHEVROLET 1500 HD CREW CAB 4X4 6.0, V8, auto., air, pw/pl, tilt/cruise, CD. 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All prices are plus tax, tag and $149.95 dealer fee. 6:19c Our selection of trucks, prices and customer service makes it worth the drive to Bob Elliott's Greenwood Chevrolet! - I I I .1 -----~ m I 2B The Herald-Advocate, June 30, 2005 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 10TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR HARDEE COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 05-CA-139 BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. PLAINTIFF VS. THE UNKNOWN SPOUSE, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHER PARTIES CLAIMING AN INTEREST BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST THE ESTATE OF RALPH E. ZIGLAR, JR. A/K/A RALPH EMORY ZIGLAR, JR., DECEASED; MARY L. ZIGLAR A/K/A MARY LOUISE ZIGLAR; CITIFINANCIAL EQUITY SERVICES, INC., F/K/A COMMERCIAL CREDIT CONSUMER SERVICES, INC.; ROSE- MARY RITCHEL; JOHN DOE AND JANE DOE AS UNKNOWN TENANTS IN POSSESSION, DEFENDANTS) / NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pur- suant to a Summary Final Judgement of Forclosure dated 6-1, 2005 entered in Civil Case No. 05-CA-139 of the Circuit Court of the 10TH Judicial Cir- cuit in and for HARDEE County, WAUCHULA, Florida, I will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at THE NORTH FRONT DOOR at the HARDEE County Courthouse located at 417 WEST MAIN STREET in WAUCHULA, Florida, at 11:00 a.m. on the 20 day of July, 2005 the following described property at set forth in said Summary Final Judgement, to-wit: TRACT 1 : THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED LAND, SITUATE AND BEING IN THE COUN- TY OF HARDEE, STATE OF FLORIDA, TO WIT: THE EAST 40 FEET OF LOT 4 AND THE WEST 20 FEET OF LOT 5, VISTA DEL SOL SUBDIVISION TRACT i THE WEST 15 FEET OF THE EAST 30 FEET OF LOT 5, VISTA DEL SOL SUB- DIVISION, A SUBDIVISION IN HARD- EE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AS PER PLAT BOOK 3, PAGE 19, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF HARDEE COUNTY, FLORIDA. : Dated this 1 day of June, 2005. SB. Hugh Bradley CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT By: Connie Coker Deputy Clerk IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERI- CANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, per- sons with disabilities needing a spe- Scial accommodation should contact COURT ADMINISTRATION, at the HARDEE County Courthouse at 863- 773-9853, 1-800-955-8771 (TDD) OR 1-800-955-8770, via Florida Relay Service. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT C TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCU AND FOR HARDEE COU STATE OF FLORIDA JUVENILE DIVISION S CASE NO. 252004D IN THE INTEREST OF: ., OBD. : 12/16/96: DOB; 12/16/96 6:30.7:7c )F THE IIT IN INTY, )P000065 Child. / SUMMONS AND NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION ALLEGING DEPENDENCY THE STATE OF FLORIDA TO: JOSE IBARRA Father of D.I., a white female child born on December 16, 1996 YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that a petition under oath has been filed by the Department of Children and Families in the above styled Court, which seeks the dependency of your child: D.I. ' a white female child born on December 16, 1996 and you are hereby COMMANDED to personally appear before the HON- ORABLE Bob Doyel, Circuit Judge, on August 4, 2005, at 10:30 a.m., at the HARDEE COUNTY COURT- HOUSE, 417 WEST MAIN STREET, WAUCHULA, FLORIDA, for an ARRAIGNMENT HEARING in this matter. YOUR FAILURE TO APPEAR IN PERSON WILL BE TREATED AS YOUR CONSENT TO THE ADJUDICA- TION OF THIS CHILD AS DEPEN- DENT AND MAY ULTIMATELY RESULT IN THE LOSS OF CUSTODY OF THIS CHILD. YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO HAVE AN ATTORNEY REPRESENT YOU IN THIS MATTER. IF YOU CANNOT AFFORD AN ATTORNEY, YOU MUST BE PRESENT AND REQUEST THAT THE COURT APPOINT AN ATTOR- NEY FOR YOU IF YOU WANT ONE. Iin accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons with disabilities needing a special accom- modation to participate In this pro- .ceeding should contact the Individual or agency sending the notice at 1014 South 6th Avenue, Wauchula, FL 33873, telephone (863) 773-3227, not later than seven days prior to the pro- ceeding. If hearing Impaired, (TDD) 1- 800-955-8771, or voice (V) 1-800-955- 8779, via Florida Relay Service. DATED THIS 17th day of June, 2005. B. HUGH BRADLEY, CLERK K. Weed as his Deputy Clerk 6:23-7:14c Circle The Date! COMMUNITY CALENDAR DEADLINE IS MONDAY AT 5 PM. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR HARDEE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO. 252005DR000351 Jose Antonio Delacruz Yolanda Delacruz, Petitioner and Dioncio Rebollar, / Respondent NOTICE OF ACTION TO: Dioncio Rebollar Address Unknown YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Joint Petition for Adoption by Step- parent, whose address is unknown on or before July 29, 2005, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at PO Drawer 1749, or 417 W. Main St., Room #202, Wauchula, FL 33873, before service on Petitioner or imme- diately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition. Copies of all court documents In this case, including orders, are avail- able at the Clerk of the Circuit Court's office. You may review these docu-. ments upon request. You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court's office notified of your current address. (You may file Notice of Current Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed to tohe address on record at the clerk's office. WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings. Dated this 24th day of June, 2005. B.Hugh Bradley, Clerk of Court By:Edwina Murphy/D.C. '"f you are a person with a disability, who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceed- ing, you are entitled at no cost to you,, to the provision or certain assistance.. Please contact the Office of the Court Administrator, (863) 534-4690, within two (2) working days of your receipt of this (describe notice); if you are hearing or voice impaired, call TDD (863) 534-7777 or Florida Relay Service 711." .7 6 30.7210 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR HARDEE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO: 25-2005CA-000154 MIDFLORIDA FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, Plaintiff, v. JAMES A BOYETTE; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF JAMES A BOYETTE; WAUCHULA STATE BANK; GREENWOOD TRUST COMPANY; DONNA BOYETTE; TENANT #1; TENANT #2; and ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, AND UNDER, AND AGAINST THE HEREIN-NAMED DEFENDANTS WHO ARE NOT KNOWN TO BE DEAD OR ALIVE, WHETHER SAID UNKNOWN PARTIES MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST AS SPOUSES, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, OR OTHER CLAIMANTS, Defendants. / NOTICE OF SALE Notice is herby given that pursuant to a Summary Judgment in Foreclosure entered in the above- entitled cause in the Circuit Court of Hardee County, Florida, the real prop- erty described as: LOTS 21 AND 22, BLOCK "F" RIVERVIEW HEIGHTS SUBDIVI- SION, UNIT NO. 2, a subdivision in Hardee County, Florida, as per Plat Book 3, Page 16, of the Public Records of Hardee County, Florida. will be sold at public sale, to the high- est and best bidder for cash, at the Hardee County Courthouse. 417 West Main Street. Wauchula. Hardee County. Florida. at 11:00 a.m., on July 20, 2005.: : ' Witness my hand and seal this 21 day of June, 2005. B. HUGH BRADLEY, CLERK Clerk of the Court By.Conn As Depi If you are a person with a who needs any accommod order to participate in this ing, you are entitled, at no you, to the provision of certa tance. Please contact the ( the Court Administrator, (81 4690, within two (2) working your receipt of this Notice of II yuu ,w hrnihiy ui vJh.w h call TDD (863) 534-7777 or Relay Service (800) 955-8770 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT C TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT STATE OF FLORIDA IN AND FOR HARDEE CO FLORIDA CIRCUIT CIVIL CASE NO. 25-2004-CA-00 WACHOVIA BANK, NATIONAL CIATION, f/kla First Union Bank, P .Plaintiff, V. KELVIN KEITH SCHAUER a/k/a KELVIN K. SCHAUER; et al. Defendants) / NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY .GIVEN pur- suant to a Summary Final Judgement of Forclosure dated June 20, 2005 entered in Civil Case No. 25-2004-CA- 000700 of the Circuit Court for HARDEE County, Florida, I will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at the' South Front Door of the HARDEE County Courthouse, 412 West Orange Street, Wauchula, Florida, at 11:00 a.m. on the 20 day of July, 2005 the following described property as set forth in said Summary Final Judgement: Commence at the Northeast cor- ner of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 3, Township 35 South, Range 26 East, Hardee County,, Florida; thence South 01 18' 35" West a distance of 819.64 feet; thence South 68" 08' 25" West a distance of 130.00 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence contin- ue South 68" 08' 25" West a dis- tance of 1079.59 feet to a point on the Northerly Right of Way Line of SR #66; thence South 49" 05' 53" East along said Northerly Right of Way Line a distance of 1443.05 feet; thence North 01 18' 35" East a distance of 961.02 feet; thence West a distance of 119.53 feet; thence North 01 18' 35" East, a distance of 386.16 feet to the Point of Beginning. (a/k/a Lot 1 and Lot 2, KELVIN SCHAUER- SUBDIVISION, Plat Book B3, Page 2) Together with that certain dou- blewide mobile home described as 1999 HOMES OF MERIT FLHML3B142819523A and FLHML 3B142819523B permanently affixed to Lot 1, KELVIN SCHAUER SUBDIVISION, Plat Book B3, Page 2, and that certain doublewide mobile home described as 1999 HOMES OF MERIT FLHMLCY144920746A and FLHMLCY144920746B, per- manently affixed to Lot 2, KELVIN SCHAUER SUBDIVISION, Plat Book B3, .Page 2. TOGETHER WITH all the improve- ments now or hereafter erected on the property, and all ease- ments, rights, appurtenances, rents, royalties, mineral, oil and gas rights and profits. water rights /and stock and all fixtures now or Thereafter attached to the property. WITNESS my hand and the seal of this Court on June 21, 2005. In. accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons with dis- abilities needing a special accom- modiation to participate should con- tact the individual or agency sending notice no later than seven days prior to the proceeding. If hearing impaired, (TDD) OR 1-800-955-8770, via Florida Relay Service. B. Hugh Bradley Clerk of the Circuit and County Court By: Connie Coker Deputy Clerk 6:30.7:7c IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF' FLORIDA IN AND FOR HARDEE COUNTY CASE NO. 252005CA000340 STEVEN P HANEY AND WIFE, BETTY JO HANEY, Plaintiffs, VS. MICHAEL W. CLOUD, also known as MIKE CLOUD, if alive or if dead, and his unknown spouse, heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors, and all other parties claiming by, through, under or against him; and FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION, Defendants, / NOTICE OF ACTION TO THE DEFENDANTS: MICHAEL W. CLOUD, ALSO KNOWN AS MIKE CLOUD, if alive or if dead, and his unknown spouse, heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors, and all other par- ties claiming by, through, under or against him Residence Unknown YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action as been filed against you to quiet title on the following described property in Hardee'County, Florida. Begin at the SW corner of E 1/2 of NE 1/4 of SE 1/4, run East 170 feet to Point of Beginning; thence East 170 feet; thence North 1000 feet; thence West 170 feet; thence South 1000 feet to Point of Beginning, Section 29. Township 33 South, Range 25 East, Hardee County, Florida. ie Coker ity Clerk and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any. to disability JOHN W. H. BURTON of Burton & nation in Burton, P. A., Post Office Drawer 1729. proceed- Wauchula, Florida 33873, on or before cost to the 29 of July, 2005, and file the origi- in assis- nal with the Clerk of the Court either Office of before service on Plaintiffs' attorney 63) 534- or immediately thereafter, or a default days of will be entered against you for the earning; relief demanded in the complaint or .pdheid, b r Florida petition. WITNESS my hand and seal of this 630,7:7c Coirt 'on this 21 day of June, 2005 )F THE B. HUGH BRADLEY OF THE Clerk of Courts By: Connie Coker UNTDeputy Clerk 6:30,7:7c I0700 kL ASSO- National THERE IS HELP! Spouse Abuse Crisis Line 1 (800) 500-1119 tfc-dh IgIe From I TIh e I Pa st I Firecracker Flight By C.J. MOUSER For The Herald-Advocate The weather in July of 1969 was hot and as dry as old bones and ashes. There is something about such weather that makes the signals in the brain fire in a random and sometimes impulsive manner, and when you're 9 years old and bored out of your mind, double that. I was hanging'out with' the usual-group- of neighborhood misfits when we stumbled * onto a twin row of Black Cat firecrackers left over from the Fourth of July celebra- tion. This discovery itself didn't provoke much excitement, but the fact that we had access to them with no parental supervision was just too good to be true. After much discussion over whether to light them one by one or set off the lead fuse and.let them go off in a five-second round of strident explosive glory, we settled on the latter. "Who can get matches?" someone asked. "Who can't?" someone else responded sarcastically Back then almost all adults smoked ... every one we knew, at least.. Five minutes later I was crouched in a vacant lot in the middle of the neighbor- hood with a book of matches. I lit one and the flame sprang out from a fog of spent sulfur. There wasn't a breath of a breeze, so I didn't even bother to try and protect the tiny flame. I just held it to the gray fuse until it began to hiss and sizzle in that way that warns you to step back 'cause things are fixin' to happen. And, boy, did they ever. The firecrackers worked magnificently - the noise was enough to raise the dead. What we hadn't counted orfnwas the fact that the old dry Johnson grass that made up about 90 percent of the vacant lot was going to catch fire. Every jaw dropped as ,the flames in the grass crept out in an ever- i~'idening circle. The wind, which had been absent the entire summer, it seemed, chose that moment to rear up and blow with all its* might. There we were in our standard summer- time uniforms: cut-offs, T-shirts and bare feet. Despite the fact that we had no shoes, we promptly tried to do the right thing and stamp out the fire as best we could, but the fire crept on, gobbling up dried weeds and grasses ... feeding. It didn't take us long to figure out that HARDEE COUNTY KIDS NEED HARDEE COUNTY HELP! Ease a dependent child's way through the court sys- tem. Volunteer to be a Guardian Ad Litem. 773-2505 (If office unattended, please leave message.) we were in over our heads, so we did what we usually did when we had bitten off more than we could chew: We disappeared like smoke in a wind tunnel. My chosen route of escape took me through the back yard of a neighbor's house. I flew around the corner of the house, tripped over a lawn chair skin- ning both knees in the process but regained my feet and took off again. I was Halfway across the blck yard when I dis- covered, with a certain amount of wonder, that I was treading thin air. The ground had simply dropped out from under me. I was magically suspended over an open septic tank, wishing suddenly and intensely that I had taken the time to learn how to fly. Rudimentary knowledge of the laws of gravity tells me now that only a millisecond passed from the point I realized that I was floating until I fell, but at the time it seemed like I hung there forever hover- ing like a hummingbird long enough for several questions to pass through my.mind. "How deep is that?" "How bad is this going to hurt?" "And what exactly is that smell?" Naturally, I got the answers to all those questions in due time. The neighbor barely spared me a glance 'as he rushed out of the house, grabbed the water hose and set about putting out the fire. Once that was done, he offered me the business end of a yard rake and hauled me out of my miserable swimming hole. I cried all the way home, which was only half a block, and stood there dutifully while Mama sprayed me off with the water hose and made me undress in the garage. We didn't get away with a dang thing. The neighbor put two and two together and had me and one of the other kids cold. And once we were nabbed and the inquisi- tion started, we systematically sold the oth- ers down the river without a second thought. We got our rear ends torn up, sat through what seemed like hours of lectures about the dangers of playing with fire, and suf- fered through assorted other retributions. But no punishment even came close to what happened to me on my mad dash, and still today I can hear firecrackers go off in the distance and a cold chill will creep up my spine. Go To The Head Of The Class! SCHOOL NEWS DEADLINE IS THURSDAY AT 5 PM. YOU Can Appear In... .:: Poet's Place Are you a poet? Let us show itl Your work could be published in this newspaper in "Poet's Place," a weekly feature which relies sokley on reader submissions. Poems must be your own original work, written by you, not someone else. To appeal In this feature, send your poet- ry, name and town of residence to: Poet's Place, The Hermld- Advocate, P.O. Box 338, Wauchula, FL 33873 or fax 773-0657. June 30, 2005, The Herald-Advocate 3B St. Michael's Takes Season Title By JOAN SEAMAN Of The Herald-Advocate The regular season of the 2005 Men's Church Softball League ended last week. St. Michael's Catholic Church claimed the-season title as the sea- son officially ended on Monday evening. p The single-elimination post-sea- son tournament began on Thursday evening. By evening's end, only three teams were left, St. Michael's, Christian Heritage and* Wauchula First Baptist. St. Michael's ended the regular season with an 11-1 record, fol- lowed by First Baptist at 8-4 and Christian Heritage at 7-5. Behind them were St. Alfoiso's Chapel, Bowling Green Baptist, Northside Baptist and First Christian. In last Monday's season finale on Field 4, Bowling Green nipped First Christian 15-14. Leadoff batter Austin Helms doubled twice and Paul Roberts, Bryan Cook and Kyle Harler each also doubled. Roberts was a perfect four-for-four, and scored three runs. Helms, Darrin Braxton and Hank Butler had twin tallies and Jason Pohl, Jeremy Goodwyn, Bryan Cook, Craig Cook, Caleb Cook and Harler had single scores. James Blum homered and dou- bled three times for First Christian. He finished with five hits, a half dozen RBIs and triple tallies. Todd Rodgers used three hits and. an error for four scores. Travis McClenithan added three hits and three runs. Dusty Massey scored twice and Brian Smith and Justin Hines each added a run. Meanwhile, on Field 3, St. Michael's won the opener 19-7 over Northside. Daniel Barnett tripled, and dou- bled and Francisco Rodriguez dou- bled twice ,for St. Michael's. Barnett and Ray Rivas were each triple-score batters. Rodriguez went four-for-five. Brent Gilliard, Tomas Trevino and Robert Navarro each added three hits. Brad Dixon combined a double, single and fielder's choice into a trio of scores for Northside. Greg Summers homered and singled twice. He, Mike Carte, Mike. Choate and Mike Gantt each came around to score once. First Baptist won the late game 25-16 over St. Alfonso's. West Palmer homered twice, col- lecting six RBIs for'First Baptist. Efran Schrader doubled twice and Bill Alexy, Brian-Alexy and Dale Carlton each banged four hits. Brian Alexy came home every time he got on base, Jay Belflower had three scores and Gerry Lindsey, Mark McGee, Palmer, Carlton, Kellon Durrance and Schrader added dual tallies. Pickup player Blum homered twice and tripled for St. Alfonso's. He scored three runs, and Lincoln Arreola, Felix Figueroa, Brian Smith and Austin ,Helms each added a pair of runs. The tournament began on Thursday evening. On Field 3, the early game was a 15-7 win for St. Alfonso over Bowling Green., ,: With hurricane forecasters saying the 2005 hurricane season is slated to be an active one, most Floridians are heeding the warnings and mak- ing plans to prepare for the worst but hope for a much less active storm season. The member-owned Peace River Electric Cooperative (PRECo), which h serves in 10 counties in the State of Florida, is ready at a moment's notice to go into action to take care of their members' electric power needs, should the 2005 storm season pro\ e forecasters to.be right. PRECo prepares year-round to deal with all types'of emergencies that might impact their members' elec- trical system. Its comprehensive emergency response plan is ready to b'e placed into 'action at any time. Hurricane season runs through No\. 30th; hbwe\er, the typical summertime storms can make an electrical system vulnerable when lightning strikes or heavy winds damage equipment, which could result in power outages or blinks. PRECo tries to mitigate these out- ages by installing protective equip- ment on its electric system: howev- er,, when a severe storm moves through the area, outages can and do happen.- When a powYer outage occurs, the safety of PRECo members and employees is ,always the number one priority, along with restoring electric sern ice to as many members' as quickly as possible. During times of \k idespreid outages, for example during a hurricane. PRECo \\ill restore electric service to critical areas, such as hospitals and emer- gency facilities who need to have power to assist with storm-related issues. PRECo then concentrates its efforts on restoring power to as many of,its members as quickly as possible. To assist in expediting power restoration to members, PRECo has just installed a new state-of-the-art 24-hour toll-free outage response reporting telephone number that is ready to answer calls during both low- and high-volume outages, making calls much more conve- nient and efficient for PRECo mem- bers. That number is 1-877-282- 3656. This new outage response tele- phone system uses the member's telephone number to locate the ser- vice location and identify the out- age area. To help minimize the out- age response time, PRECo mem- bers are. urged to keep their tele- phone numbers up to date with the cooperative and notify it if their telephone number changes. Peace River Electric Cooperative exists to serve their members' elec- tric needs and is prepared at any time during the year to take care of any situation that may present itself. For more about PRECo, please visit 'their website at www.preco.- org. Members and visitors will find many useful informational materi- als ranging from storm preparation to convenient payment options for members to pay their bills on-line. Sales &8 Sen ice Nethorking Repairs Upgrades Millers Discount Computers :... -. Custom-built & :. :, Used Computers! ' Stratonet 3:31fc 7329 Hw. -17 N. Moi.-Fri. Office: (863) 767-6066 Wauchula, FL 33873 9-5 Fax: (863) 767-6086 Frankie s S116 Carlton Street, Wauchula Sb7735665 0 .. 245 Hwy. 17 N., Bowling Green 375-9988 SWednesday, June 29 S-Karaoke- -Miz Edna o Our Karaoke Contest-Continues! - -j S, Thursday, .une30 ';. : Ladies Night: - t Drink Specials / 0 I ~Friday & Saturday 0 TJuly 1&2 0 D.A.N.G.E.R. Band - Independence Day Party ' Sunday, July 3 - .'l0 D.A.N.G.E.R Band /A7 S& more! - i 6 Sam Arreola homered and sin- gled for twin scores for St. Alfonso. Glen Bergens, Todd Rodgers and Claudio Arreola each doubled. Claudio Arreola came around to score three runs, and Calvin Brutus, Sam Arreola, Lincoln Arreola, Tracy Carpenter and Ralph Arce each put two runs on the board. Kyle Harler and Wally Helms each homered for Bowling Green. Braxton tripled and Butler doubled. Wally Helms was the only twin- tally batter. Austin Helms, Braxton, Bryan Cook, Harler and J. J. Johnston each scored once. In the Field 3 late game, St. Michael's inched past St. Alfonso 16-14. Gilliard and Rodriguez each homered for St. Michael's. Rivas doubled twice, and Rodrigiuez, Barnett, Navarro and Mario Trevino each doubled. Gilliard, Rodriguez, Rivas and Barnett cir- cled the bases three times apiece andTrevino added two runs. Brutus and Claudio Arreola each homered for St. Alfonso. Arreola also doubled, as did Lincoln Arreola and Carpenter. Claudio Arreola was the only triple-score batter, with Glen Bergins, Rodgers and Brutus each with twin tallies. On Field 4, Christian Heritage won 17-8 over Northside in the 6:45 game: Willie Dickerson smacked a pair of homers and Donald Kersey and Scotty Whitener each added solo shots. Dickerson, Whitener, Trent Skinner and Richard Cummings each came around to cross home plate three times. Donnie Hooks had twin. scores and Harold Smith, Tony Smith and Kersey each put a ru on the board. Fpr 'Northside, Summers and TravisWiggins each homered. Each scored twice, with Rob Davis, Keith Weems, Choate and Robert Hinerman chipping in with a run each. In the night's final game, First Baptist downed First Christian 21- 6. McGee and Ches Graham each homered and Palmer doubled for' First Baptist. McGee and Brian Alexy came around to score three times apiece. Palmer, Bill Alexy, Carlton, Michael Kelly and Graham each added- a pair of scores. Blum and Justin Battles each homered for First Christian. Pickup player Dickerson got on base all three times he came to bat. Brian Smith had twin tallies, and Dickerson, Blum, Battles and Joseph Johnston added a run apiece. WHAT A SNAKE! 'I PHOTO BY MICHAEL KELLY Pictured above is a 10-foot-long python that was killed off of Vandolah Road in Larry Davis' orange grove last Thursday. The snake was trying to attack a citrus hedger being run by Dale Roberts of Wauchula. Roberts lowered the blade to kill the snake. It is believed to be a domestic snake that was released or escaped from captivity. It seemed to be surviving well in the wild, hav- ing a small animal about the size of a rabbit in its stomach. The snake is held by Derek, D.K. and Dalton Davis all of Wauchula. : I. -- ,-,.-: -.~ '..~i i:' : Ne oe- rce- urned-oSnSer a month for 1 year. Taxes and surcharges apply. One-year term agreement required. After one year, pay $29.99 a month. $50 online rebate covers S49.99 activation fee. Spring Now you can enjoy High-speed Internet at a price that was worth the wait. 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Without,at least a high school education, they face a lifetime struggle of low pay, reduced oppor- tunity and poor health. But it is dif- ficult for them to find the time and motivation to return to school." Musick urges states to be aggres- sive in offering adult education. "The cost of their underachieve- ment, both economic and personal, far outweighs the cost of giving them a second chance. No state can LUCY RIMES Lucy Rimes, 73, of Zolfo Springs, died Sunday, June 26, 2005 in Sebring. Born Feb. 8, 1932, in Colquitt, Ga., she had lived in Hardee County all of her life. She was a homemaker and a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Howard Rimes; mother, Frances Keen of Tampa; four sons, Jerry Rimes and wife Louann, Donald Rimes and wife Bertha and Richard Rimes, all of Wauchula, and Nicky Rimes and wife Rosalita of Summer Field; two daughters, Debbie Munoz and husband Max and Linda Rimes, all of Wauchula; two brothers, Charles Flint and wife Bonnie of Gibsonton and Richard Flint-of South Dakota; two sisters, Betty Fowler of Sebring and Kathy Scholl and husband Joe of Tampa; 18 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren. Services were at 10. a.m. Wednesday, June 29 at,Oak Grove Baptist Church with the Rev.. Jim Davis officiating. Burial, was ,in Oak Grove Cemetery. Visitation was Tuesday, June 28, 6-8 p.m., at Robarts Family Garden Chapel, Wauchula . Robarts Family Funeral Home Wauchula REMY H. FIEGEL SR. Remy H. Fiegel Sr., 94, of Wauchula, died Wednesday, June 22, .2005, at Florida Hospital, Wauchula. Born Aug. 26. 1910. in Chicago, S Ill., he moved to Hardee County two years ago from Lakeport. He grew up in'DeSoto County and was a retired carpenter with the State of Florida. Survivors include two sons; -Remy H. Fiegel Jr. of Tinton Falls, N.J., and Larry G. Fiegel of Wauchula. Robarts Family Funeral Home Wauchula It is better to sleep on things beforehand than lie awake about them afterward. 9m Sovtng vUewoiy REMY H. FIEGEL SR. Remy H. Fiegel. Srl '94. of- Wauchula, died Wednesday. June 22, 2005, at Florida Hospital, Wauchula. Born Aug. 26, 1910, in" Chicago. Ill., he moved to Hardee County two years ago from Lakeport. He grew up in DeSolo County and was a retired carpenter with the State. of Florida.' Survivors, include two sons. Remy H. Fiegel Jr. of Tinton Falls, N.J., and Larry G. Fiegel of Wauchula. FUNERAL HOME, INC. S 529 W. Main Street Wauchula Provided as a courtesy of SRobarts Family Funeral Home At 4oving jAeMo0Ay BARBARA GAIL GUERRERO RESENDIZ Barbara atil Guerrero Resendiz, 56, of Wauchula, died Tuesday, June 21, 2005. at Hardee Manor Care Center. Born Aug. 18. ,1948, in Nashville, Tenn., she moved to Hardee County over 40 years ago from Tennessee. She was a homemaker. Survivors include her husband, Lucio; three children, Gail Wilson of Goodletsvilie, Tenn.,' Reba Wilson of Ml. Juliet, Tenn., and Roy Wilson Jr. of Nash ille, Tenn.; file brothers and sisters, George Price of Houston, Texas, Nancy Clark and John Price, both of Murfreesboro. Tenn., and Robert- Gentry and Robin Centers, both of Lafayette, Tenn.; and special friend, Brigitte McQuaig of Zolfo Springs. . FUNERAL HOME, INC. 529 W. Main Street SWauchula Provided as a courtesy of Roberts Family Funeral Home BARBARA GAIL GUERRERO RESENDIZ Barbara Gail Guerrero Resendiz, 56, of Wauchula, died Tuesday, June 21, 2005, at Hardee Manor Care Center. Born Aug. 18, 1948, in Nashville, Tenn., she moved to Hardee County over 40 years ago from Tennessee. She was a homemaker. Survivors include her husband, Lucio; three children, Gail Wilson of Goodletsville, Tenn., Reba Wilson of Mt. Juliet, Tenn., and Roy Wilson Jr. of Nashville, Tenn.; five brothers and sisters, George Price of Houston, Texas, Nancy Clark and John Price, both of Murfreesboro, Tenn., and Robert Gentry and Robin Centers, both of Lafayette, Tenn.; and special friend, Brigitte McQuaig of Zolfo' Springs. Robarts Family Funeral Home Wauchula A just law is a man-made code that squares with the moral law or the law of Cod. An unjust law is a code that is out of harmony with the moral law. -Martin Luther King Jr. 3n ^ovi/pg J'icoitg LUCY RIMES Lucy Rimes, 73, of Zolfo Springs, died Sunday, June 26, 2005 in Sebring. Born Feb. 8, 1932, in Colquitt, Ga., she had lived in Hardee County all of her life. She was a homemaker and a member of: Oak.Grove Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband. Howard Rimes; mother, Frances Keen. of Tampa; four sons, Jerry Rimes and wife Louann, Donald Rimes and wife Bertha and Richard Rimes, all of Wauchula,, and Nicky Rimes, and wife Rosalita of Summer Field; two daughters. Debbie Munoz and husband Max and Linda Rimes. all of Wauchula; two brothers, Charles Flint and wife Bonnie of Gibsonton and Richard Flint of South Dakota; two sisters. Betty Fowler of Sebring and Kathy. School and husband Joe of Tampa; 18 grandchildren; and numerous greal-grandchildren. - Services were at 10 a.m. Wednesday. June 29 at Oak Grove Baptist Church with the Rev. Jim /Dalis officiating. Burial wkas in Oak Grove. Cemetery. Visitation ; as Tuesday, June 28, 6-8 p.m., at Robarts Family Garden Chapel, Wauchula. FUNERAL HOME, INC. , 529 W. Main Street Wauchula Provided as a courtesy of Robarts Family Funeral Home Obituaries school system. 'The center is on West Main Street in Wauchula. In Southern states, only one out of 100 adults ages 25 to 44 without high school credentials earned a GED in 2002, reports the U.S. Census Bureau and American Council on Education. In Hardee County in 2000 among adults 25 to 44 some 25 to 56 per- cent did not complete high schro'oT, reported the U.S. Census Bureau. Friendly Billy Hill School Dropout Makes It Big afford to write off its undereducat- ed young adults." Gov. Kathleen Babineaux Blanco of Louisiana's Adult Learning Task Force said, "If we are going to move our families out of poverty and into good-paying jobs, then education is the key to open the doors." Cheryl King, Kentucky's adult education leader, said adult educa- tion can build "a sense of achieve- ment and hope for the future" for young working adults. Musick said, "If your state actively helps these young adults achieve higher education creden- tials, they will have more econom- ic opportunity and achieve greater success. Equally important, their children will be less likely to drop out of high school." He said, "Benefits of education to personal income and employ- ment are steady and consistent for all workers. As one Southern gov- ernor put if forcefully, 'Education 'pays.' "Adults without a high school diploma earn only about half of what those with an associate's degree earn and 39 percent of what those with a bachelor's degree earn. A college graduate's average salary is more than twice that of a high school dropout, and the gap is growing." A 2002 U.S. Census Bureau report indicated the median earn- ings of U.S. adults 18 and older, counting full and part-time work- ers, was $15,600 for no high school, $22,500 for high school diploma or GED; $24,000 for some college; $30,400 for associate's degree; and $40,400 for bachelor's degree. In addition, Musick said, "Unemployment is four times high- er 8 percent among those without a high school diploma, compared with 2 percent for those with a bachelor's degree." Better health also comes with a better education in general terms, he indicated. "Low levels of education also are tied to high health care costs for individuals and society, according to research sponsored by the United. Health Foundation." The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports "college graduates are healthier and more health-conscious than the popula- tion as a whole, saving states bil- lions of dollars in health care costs. "Death rates from lung cancer are nearly three times higher for adults without a high school diplo-' ma than for those with at least some college. The rate of HIV infection is nearly five times higher for adults who did not complete high, school than for those with some college. Pregnant women who did not complete high school are far less likely to receive prenatal care than those who did." Music noted, "Clearly, poor education and ill health are adevas- tating combination for individuals and families, but their conse- quences also play put in society as a whole." Better education also translates into better citizenship, he said. '"Participation of adults in the publitli fe of thenation is vital to a democracy, and better-educated' adults participate more fully. About 42 percent of adults over the age of 18 reported in a U.S. Census Bureau survey that they voted in 2002. The voting rate among adults with less than a high school diplo- ma was drastically lower less than 22 percent. Better-educated citizens also pay more in taxes. In 2003, households headed byadults who never attend- ;ed college equalled 47 percent of all U.S. households, yet they gener- ated; only 25 percent of all federal income taxes, according, to researchers at Postsecondar. Education Opportunity. In contrast. those headed by individuals with bachelor's degrees made up 27 per- cent of all households anid paid 51 percent .of all federal individual income taxes. Two out of three young adults in prison are high school dropouts, reports the research organization Jobs for the Future. Dennis Jones, Hardee County superintendents of schools, said a lot of adult education is "gravitat- ing to community colleges, by state design." Jerry Kapusta is director of adult education for the Hardee County By JIM KELLY Of The Herald-Advocate He dropped out of school in Wauchula after the sixth grade and started picking fruit to help the family. The youngster could pick 10 to 12 tubs of oranges a day. A tub has 10 boxes. He later ran a harvesting crew for his father. At age 25 he started selling used cars, being taught by the late James T. Dunson in Wauchula Hills. Dunson also taught the young man about real estate, buying properties and renting them or selling, keep- ing the interest. Today "Friendly" Billy Hill, 47, is a self-made multi-millionaire. Hill and his wife .Janice have three daughters, Cierra, 13, Nicky, 14, and Billy Jo, 28. His daughters from a previous marriage are Betty Skipper, 29, and Donna Eures, 30. Hill owns used car businesses in Wauchula and Wauchula Hills, a flea market on U.S. 17 in Bowling Green, a car auction in Wauchula Hills, Billy Bob's Tires, about 50 houses, and prime commercial real estate in Hardee County along U.S. 17. Over the years he has bought about 100 houses and sold or rent- ed them. He owns about 48 houses in Hardee, one in Fort Meade and one in Michigan. "They don't make no more land. I bought hoping and thinking it would go up in value." Hill owns highway property across from First National Bank of Wauchula and across from Winn- Dixie, plus about 8 1/2 acres at U.S. 17 and SR62 where the old Hill's Midway Restaurant used to be. "I estimateI have close to $3 million worth of property on Highway 17." James Sellers, a Realtor and director of First National Bank of Wauchula, said 'Billy Hill has been successful for three reasons: "He always paid his debts and kept his credit in good condition. His men- tor was Jim Dunson, who took Bill under his wing and put him in busi- ness. Billy was smart enough to lis- ten to this man and heed his advice. Third, Jim Dunson taught Billy to invest in real estate." Seflers sold the Hills their first home when the family moved to Hardee County in the 1960s. Hill said he:borrows money from First National Bank, Wauchula State Bank and Mid-Florida Credit Union. He is thankful for the banks and credit union. Dunson taught Hill when he sold a house on credit to have the inter- est payable to him. Hill sells hous- es at 10 percent, interest on the unpaid balance. Hill. who last week sold 10 apart- ments in Wauchula, said, "We made our money on OPM other people's money." ill does not personally believe in. buying a new car. He drives a 2001 Ford F-150 crew cab with 130,000 miles and-his wife drives a 2001 Ford Excursion with 150,000 miles on the odometer, He keeps about 150 cars on his used car lots. Hill, sells vehicles from 1997 through 2001 models, generally for less than $10,000. He soon plans to start selling ,late model cars and trucks. Billy's father, K.D. Hill, lives in Lake Dale. He was a citrus and vegetable harvester. "He now fish- es four days a week and does the flea market two days." 'My dad raised us up to pay our bills. He worked hard for what he got and taught us the same. If you don't keep your credit good, it is hard to get anything and when you do, you pay dearly." Hill's philosophy on life for young people includes, "There is no reason in the world a man should be broke if he wants to work. My money came from work, not wealth. I used to work at the used car lot from 8:30 a.m. to about 3 p.m., then go to an auto auction, tow the cars back and get home at 1 a.m." He says managing money is important. "Buy a $40,000 vehicle, and it will be worth $10,000 in five years. That's a $30,000 loss, plus the interest. If you buy a used vehi- cle, you have that $6,000 a year to put into schooling. I have never owned a new vehicle in my life." Hill uses two local businesses to Work on his cars and trucks, Lang's Auto Repair and Heartland Auto Clinic. "As far as I know, we sell mor eused cars than anyone in the coun- ty." Bill Crews, board.chairman of 1\auchila SiItate Bank, said, "Billy Hill is a a good customer, a good' businessman and a savvy trader." Charles Heath, a retired Realtor, said, "You can't make that kind of money working 40 hours a week. You can't get ahead paying too much for what you buy." Hill, who enjoys fishing, said he is ready to start slowing down. "The last 15 year were hard. Now I am on top and can roll." Does Billy Hill want to go back to -school and get his high school diploma? "Sometimes I think, do I need it?" His favorite subject was math. He said an old friend, a college graduate, came by but had no job. Hill wants to "make my kids and grandkids happy. My girls are on the honor roll. I want them to go to college." He credits his success to charg- ing no interest on cars, selling on time, being born and reared here, and taking care of customers. He has found out that making car and real estate deals "is not about the money. It's the challenge. James Dunson said the same thing." Hill has repossessed cars and later sold the customers another car. "Buy her, pay here. When we repossess a car, a friend is a friend, and business, is business. I don't hold it against them. They are good people who just had some back luck. Slow credit does not mean bad people." Hill's description of himself? "A working man ~ without an education iijna sIall tow n Like Wauchula can succeed. I know my cars and real estate." Dennis Jones, Hardee County superintendent of schools, :said, "Billy Hill is an exception, compa- rable to a kid who wants toplay pro ball. Only a,tiny percentage of the population achieves this. The tried and true method is to be armed with an education." '. One could Say Billy Hill has been a success in life'for a man who did .not go to school long' enough to even be considered a high school dropout. ; SEX: Female AGE: Young Adult i COLOR: Tan SIZE: 20 pounds Adoption fees are $45 and include a rabies vaccination, spaying or neutering of the animal, a physical exam, flea treatment and lots of other goodies for your new fam- ily member. At the present time, the kennel is open by appointment. Contact 773- 2320 if you are interested in any of the other animals that desperately need a lov- ing home. The kennel's location is 685 Airport Road, Wauchula (at the county land- fill). Due to our continued growth FUNERAL HOMES '* i -4 '**-i A 0 0 0 If you are a caring person who likes to help other people Robarts Family Funeral Home is accepting applications for the following positions: * Drivers * Funeral Home Attendants 773-9773 'The Caring Place" tfc PHOTO BY JIM KELLY Billy Hill has learned the used car and real estate business. ~h_ I 1 ~bd;a~a~ ~jPrm~u i; i.. 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GMC Jimmy SLS Sale Price 11,984 or$179 PER Sale Price 15,984 2469Ed Sale Pce26,984 Snoof 49 000 Mil Mlril,8oNl9TH E Sale Price 451,984r 249EN Sale Price $26,9o 8420 Chevrolet Silverado fany To Choose at Simlar Savings Many To Cnoose at lSi arSavings MONTH Afany To Cnooseat SimilarSayvngs,, E t L M rA, Aii 1, 6 OLU 000 i C "el t E s 2003 Dodge 1500 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS "4200 i Chevrolt Express 3500 2005 Cadillac Deville oSLT a Hern,a20.O00 Mvso Sale Price 13,484 or2ale Price 16,484 or 239ER Sale Price 29,984 2002 Mercury Marquis LS aMONTH $any4Tolr CoseMayTahosiSMONTH Many To Choose at Similar Savings Leather 27,000 Miles Many To Choose at Similar Savings Many To Choose atSimilar Savings 1996 Buick LeSabre Sa 2005 Buick LeSabre ~ i .w2005 Chevrolet Trail Blazer 2005 Chrysler 300C Hemi Limited Edition 500Miles ,.,,,,,.2005 Buick Leabe R Prie15'984or249" SalePrice39 1998 Cadillac DeVille Sale Price s13,984 or 229 PER ISale Price15,984 or 249ER Sale Price 31,984 or $49Leaher59 MWles any To Choose at Similar Savings Many To Choose a S Sa gs Many To oose at Similar Savings 25,000 Miles ~ I E ,l;YoufflayW (i .1 1 I OF VA YWI Y I. . ii I! ~i6 t I II 6B The Herald-Advocate, June 30, 2005 Hardee Living &.Ewa. Debbie Morgan & Walter Stark Wed In Arcadia The National Guard Armory in Arcadia was the setting for the June 18 wedding uniting Deborah Kay Morgan and Walter James Stark. The bride is the daughter of the late Russell and Inez Johnson. Parents of the groom are James and Jenise Stark of Arcadia. Notary Dawn Stark officiated the four o'clock wedding. The bride w\as gien in marriage by her grandson, Jacob Lewis. Becky Westberry was the maid of honor, and the bride's daughters, Paula Lewis and Jennifer Morgan, were her bridesmaids. Aubrey Stark, niece of the groom, was flower girl. Jace Stark of Ona served as his brother's best man. Groomsmen were Derrick Boone and Paul SJohnson, nephews of the bride. Morgan Lewis, grandson of the bride, was the ring bearer. The couple reside in Ona. Mr. & Mrs. Eric Quinton Mushrush Couple Wed At Pioneer Park -The Pavilion at Pioneer Park was the setting for the Sunday, May 22, afternoon'wedding uniting Liberty Lozano and Eric Quinton Mushrush. The bride .is the daughter of Prudencio Lozano and Margarita Hernandez of Bowling Green. and parents of the groom are Perry and Donna Nlushrush of Zolfo Springs The bride was gi\en in marriage by the father of the groom. Alicia Plans for her marriage to Michael Scott Pretty, son of William and Shirley Pretty of Lakeland. hase been announced by Kara Leigh Change. of Gaines ille, daughter of Tim and Pegg .Chaney of COURTESYPHOTO Macedo served as maid of honor. and bridesmaids were Jerica Mushrush. Kerr\ Mlushrush. El ira Ser' in and Emmy Watkins. Seriini as best man was Perr. Steven Mushrush II. Groomsmen %\ere Jonathan Braddock. Kevis White. Robbie Mushrush and Luis Nuerta. The bride is a graduate of Fort lMeade Middle-Senior High School. and the groom is a graduate of Hardee High School Wauchula. The couple %will be married in a priCate ceremony on Juiv 9 aboard the StarLite Maiest\ at Clear\warer Beach. LOOKING FOR THE PERFECT TAN? GET- IT Hlir p., , '128 E. Main St. Bowling Green, FL 375-3750 (North Hwy 17., turn right at first red light.) soc6"9-30c Nails K. ,b ...- : Tues. Fri. 9:30-7:00 Sat. 9:30-5:00 Sun. Appt. Avail. (Norte Carretera 17.. double a la derecha en la luz) Your Land is Worth DeAnna Louise Edwards became the bride of Robert Gene Mullin.s Jr. in a private afternoon ceremony on June 7 in Seymour, Ind. The bride is the daughter of Debbie' Edwards of Wauchula and Dasid and Twonia Edwards of" Monticello. Parents of the groom are Polls Mullins of Freetown. Ind , and the late Robert Gene Mullins Sr. Clifford Party Honors Ethan Beyer Little Ethan Chance Be\er. son of Da\ id and Wnddy Bever. celebrated his first birthday on May 14 at the home of his aunt. Deanna Edwards. The honoree and his guests enjoyed hamburgers, hot dogs. chips, baked beans and birthday cake In addition to his parents and aunt, others helping him celebrate w'ere, his uncle, aunt and cousin. Donny. Patricia and Landon Ne\wman; Rob Mullins; Jason and Lea Nichols; grandmother. Debbie Edwards: Kathy Mabe: great- erandfather. Edward Beyer: grand- father. David Beyer of Sr. Petersburg; An~ynette Brown of Sebring: Gayle and Lauren Gainous; and Alan, Melanie. Tyler and Taylor Mosele)i plus other family members and friends. 9' IIb Ethan Beyer MESSAGE CHANGED DAILY' Call in DAILY for a short Bible message. 6 30C The couple reside in "Zolfo Springs. ,.The bride is a graduate of Hardee SHigh School and is employed at Vandolah Power Co., LLC, Wauchula. A native of Indiana, where he graduated from high school, the groom is currently employed by Seaboard Supply in Hardee County. On Saturday at 7 p.m.. Victory Praise Center %will host a gospel sing featuring "Streets of Gold" and the "Faith Singers." The public is m fitted to attend. The church is located at 132 E. Main St.. Boiling Green. This Sunda'. Crews-ille Bethel Baptist Church will be celebrating homecoming. and the public is united. The Gulf State Quartet will be a part of the song service \w which %\ ill begin at 10:30 a.m.. with the regu- lar %worship service beginning at I1. There %will be no SundaN school Dinner-on-the-grounds will fol- lo\w, and the da \ % ill conclude % with a mini-conLert by the quartet Daniel Beckham & Elizabeth Barton Elizabeth Barton & Daniel Beckham Are Engaged Bart and Susan Barton of Wauchula have announced the engagement of their daughter,. Elizabeth Leigh, to Daniel Walter. Beckham of Wauchula. son of Alan and Angela Ackley of Sebring. The bride-elect is a 2003 gradu- ate of Hardee High School and is currently a student at South Florida Community College pursuing a Bryce Barton Celebrates First Birthday Little Bryce Barton celebrated his first birthday on Father's Day 'with a parts at the Sea Flame Restaurant in Winter Hasen. He turned one-vear-old on June 19. He is the son of Elizabeth Barton. grandson of Bart and Susan Barton of Wauchula and great-grandson of Paul and Loretta H, man of Aubmrn- dale and Aris and Dolores Barton of Winter Ha\en Numerous family members and friends helped the honoree cele- brate the occasion. degree in secondary education. The prospective groom is a 2002 graduate of Hardee High School and is also attending South Florida Community College were he is pur- suing a degree in secondary educa- tion. He is also employed as a cor- rections officer at the Hardee County Correctional Institution. Plans are being made for a sum- mer 2006 wedding. Bryce Barton People who say they sleep like a baby usually don't have one. -Leo J. Burke 4TH OF JULY BB SMonday, July 4 11 am 7 pm Eat-In or Carry Out Rib Dinners* V Wauchula Elks Lodge 318 W. Main St. dI~ 6:30c soc6:30c Local Couple Wed In In diana Kara Chaney Tells Wedding Plans ., 9 dresses & Talons Cabellera Y Talones C i ., M- iss .C .... ,o -. y- China Roz Missy Chicken Dinners* $6 *Includes coleslaw, baked beans & rolls e S.- I' I,. I 1-i *1 Vj 4": K CALL KEN SANDERS (863) 781-0153 JOE L. DAVIS, INC. REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS 234 S. 6"AVENUE WAUCHULA, FL 33873 ~Y* r, s .-- "-'l:-~a! 7 sJq__* ~ Irii 6: .i .~ June 30, 2005, The Herald-Advocate 7B JUNIOR EXHIBITOR COURTESY PHOTOS R. Roy Petteway recently participated in the Florida Junior Angus Association's Field Day in Fanning Springs. He is presi- dent of the junior organization and is pictured in top photo (right) with his reserve grand champion bred and owned heifer' PCC Nova's New Day 0416. The middle picture shows him with the reserve grand champion owned cow/calf pair Rainbow Barbara 547R151WS with his assistant Courtney Carnahan of Lecanto. In the bottom picture, the 18 year old is shown with Reserve grand champion bred and owned cow/calf pair PCC' New Design Valencia 0203, assisted by Johnathan Lewis of Lithia. Petteway has been showing cattle, for at least five years. He is the son of Roy and Wendy Petteway. " jennifer Basev MISSION-MINDED Receives 7a i pi AA Degree of Last month, Jennifer Basey of Wauchula received an associate's ' degree from the College of - Culinary Arts at the Florida campus -- of Johnson & Wales University. She graduated with honors. She is the daughter of Steve and Ann Basey of Wauchula and the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Carl . Basey of Lakeland, Lawrence Whidden of Wauchula and the late r. Carolyn Whidden. The 19-year-old is a 2003 gradu- ate of Hardee High School and . plans to attend Florida International University to hospitality/manage- ment. This summer she has been employed at Callaway Gardens in Pine Mountain, Ga., working in oF.. i g il"re food preparation and carving. COURTESY PHOTO The Girls in Action of Fort Green Baptist Church recently attended a mini-missions camp at their church June 23-25. Upon arrival, the girls were assigned to one of two groups, the Lotties'or the Annies, named for missionaries Lottie Moon and Annie Armstrong. They participated in activities such as taking gift baskets to the senior adults of the church, playing bingo with the residents of Hardee Manor Care Center, Bible study, crafts, swimming, volleyball and more. Campers pictured (from left) are Kaitlyn Laker, Makayla Chancey, Norma Alejandro, Nicole Franks, Brooke Samuels, .. n Rebeka Brown, Amber Franks and Courtney Alexander. Open to all girls in the first through sixth grade, G.A.s meet at Fort Green Baptist Church, 2875 Baptist Church Rd., every Wednesday at 7 -' "p.m. SFCCAdds CURIOSITY CORNER SFCC Alddlss Jennifer Basey SRise & Shine ': By Ted Simonson *" .A WALK WITH THE MASTER i' Once in a dream. I \as walking with the Master. It \was glorious to be going somewhere on an important assignment \with Him. My friends watched me go n wonder. S As we w walked along, I.chattered about this and that and presently Noticed the grow ing steepness of the incline under our feet. A glance at my fellow traveler showed that"He had:no concern. He merely quickened His pace. S Then the skies ahead grew dark and I heard the ominous roll of thun- der. Still the Master strode ahead into the grow ing gloom, and I fell behind. Did He notice the coming storm? Did He know how fearful and tired I was? "Lord, I need you'" I shouted, but He seemed not to hear. I noticed all 'my friends had disappeared. I seemed to be alone even though I could still see, far ahead, the purposeful figure of the Lord marching on. What to do? Turn back? But I knew I couldn't return to past experiences, however gen- uine or precious. I recalled verses of scripture and all seemed dead. SEver thing seemed dark and confused. That's when I heard the devil's mocking laughter. -'What are 'ou going to do how ?" he jeered. "Well. I'm going on." I replied... S"On to where?" . S "God knows! It's enough that He knows!" :- "Fool'" he shouted. "You can't keep up with Him, and you are a fool to. try! You'll perish'" For a moment I was s wa\ed b\ his biting words. I felt so tired and alone. I could hardly lift one foot after another. Then words tumbled out of Sme that I didn't know v~'ere there. "Fool I ma\ be" I shouted back. "and I may perish, too. God knows I'm no great.addition to His kingdom. But I'd rather perish following Jesus than give you any satisfaction! I'm not going back! I'm going on in spite of Everythingg" S At that moment, I .-uddenly sa\w the Lord. He wasn't way up ahead of Sme on the mountain path. He was right beside me. I felt His arm around my' 4%ist, lifting, encouraging, strengthening.- T' And the devil? Just as suddenly he was gone. Then, in the thickening gloom. I saw that we were far from alone. Strong figures surrounded us, Marched on \ ith us like a conquering army. Who were they? Angels and all : the saints of old marching with us! No\w I could hear them singing, and it w\as a triumphant song that echoed over mountain ranges and into the distant heaven. How could I have gi en an\ credence to the devil's argument. I thought with chagrin. How could I ha'e e\en taken the time to answer him? Then I woke up! The lightning rod was invented by Benjamin Franklin at his resie Sdepce in Philadelphia in 1749. He later gave the first demonstration of the relationship between lightning and electricity in 1752. A Daily Thought THURSDAY You are My witnesses, says the Lord, and My servants, chosen to know and to believe Me and to understand that I alone am God. There is no other god; there never was and never will be. I am the Lord and there is no other.Savior. Isaiah 43:10b, 11a (TLB) FRIDAY But grow in grace and the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To Him be glory now and for all eternity. II Peter 3:18 (NEB) SATURDAY I trust in God's love. My heart is happy because He has saved me. I sing to the Lord because He has taken care'of me. Psalms 13:5-6 (NCV) SUNDAY For all that may be known of God my men lies plain before their eyes: indeed, God Himself has disclosed it to men. His invisible attributes, His everlast- ing power and deity, have been visible ever since the world began, to the eye of reason, in the things He has made. Romans 1:20 (NEB) MONDAY Many are the plans in a man's heart, but it is the Lord's pur- poses that prevail. Proverbs 19:21 (NIV) TUESDAY Thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, that He is our Father, and the source of all mercy and comfort. II Corinthians 1:3 (PME) WEDNESDAY Yours, 0 Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the majesty and the splendor, for everything in heaven and. earth is Yours. .,.. Chronicles 29:11 (NIV)) All verses are excerpted from The Holy Bible: (KJV) King James Version; (NCV) New Century Version; (NEB) New English Bible; (NIV) New International Version; (RSV) Revised Standard Version; (PME) Phillips Modern English, and (TLB) The Living Bible. Argument, as usually managed, is the worst sort of conversa-. tion, as in books it is generally the worst sort of reading. -Jonathan Swift DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SDon't Know Where To Turn For Help? CALL THE CRISIS LINE 1 (800) 500-1119 ToAg Program By SHAYLA BRYAN Herald-Advocate Intern . South Florida Community College continues to expand its programs to meet the community's needs. It has recently added two new college-credit certificate programs and a two-year degree specializa- tion in landscape and horticulture. The 30-hour Landscape and Horticulture Technician certificate program will prepare students for employment as landscape and groundskeeping supervisors, horti- culture technicians and production and nursery supervisors. The 18-hour Landscape and Horticulture Professional certifi- cate program is fi' those' vh are 'interested in being a nursery, farm or ranch worker. Both of these programs include such courses as "Irtroduction to Horticulture," "Soils and Fertili- zation," "Principles of Agribusi- ness Management" and "Turfgrass Management." No placement testing is required to enter these certificate programs. Additionally, if a student decides to continue his studies, the courses in these programs will fulfillsome of the requirements of a two-year associate degree in applied science. SFCC has offered agn-business and citrus specializations to its AAS degrees. It has now included a landscape and horticulture special- ization. This is a 64-hour degree program that prepares students to work as nursery, landscape and golf-course managers as well as landscape designers. To find out more about these and other agriculture programs at SFCC. contact Kim Riley at (863) 784-7432 or visit the SFCC Web site at www.southflorida.edi. 10 HOURS A MONTH! That's all it takes to speak up for a child. Volunteerto be a Guardian Ad Litem. 773-2505 (If office unattended, please leave message.) ABOUT... Obituaries Obituaries are published free of charge as a public service, but must be submit- ted through a funeral home. 'A one-column photo of the 'deceased may be added for $15. S Obituaries contain the name, age, place of resi- *dence, date of death, occu- pation, memberships, immediate survivors and funeral arrangements; The list of survivors may include the' names of a spouse, par- ents, siblings, children and children's spouses and grandchildren, and the num- ber of great-grandchildren. If there are no immediate survivors, consideration of other relationships may be given.. PHOTO BY BRETT JARNAGIN While traveling southbound on U.S. 17, you may have seen this strange sign and wondered.what exactly "Moppin' Sauce" is. The kind folks at Hardee Ranch Supply Inc. will gladly tell you that it is a new grilling sauce" from Everglades. You may also wonder how a product fit for human consumption ended up at a ranch supply store. "One of the owners is a fishing buddy of mine," says Randy Gough -f Hardee Ranch Supply Inc. "It's been in our store for about two to three weeks, and it's really kicked off," he adds. Moppin' Sauce has been out in stores on a trial run for about three months now, being sold by local stores and 13 Wal-Marts in South Florida. This new sauce combines the sweet Florida taste with the tangy mustard and vinegar taste of the Carolinas, says Leigh Ann Wynn, marketing director at Everglades Foods Inc., whose headquarters are just down the road in Sebring. NOTICE REQUEST FOR VARIANCE All interested persons are hereby notified that June Kelley is requesting a variance from the Land Development Code to reduce the side setback from 10' to 7' for the purpose of building a house on a portion of her property located at 815 S. Florida Avenue. The property is legally described as: S 81 FT OF LOTS 22, 23 & 24 INC BLK A OF J E WAR- LICK'S ADD The proposed request will be considered by the Wauchula Planning and Zoning Board on Monday, July 18, 2005 at 6:00 p.m. and the Wauchula City Commission on Monday, August 8, 2005 at 6:00 p.m., at the City Commission Chambers, 225 E. Main Street, Wauchula, Florida. Any interested persons) will be heard at these meetings. If any person decides to appeal any decision made by the Board or Commission with respect to this request for which he will need a verbatim record of the proceedings, he will need to ensure that such verbatim record is made. CITY OF WAUCHULA s/David B. Royal Mayor, City Commission ATTEST: s/Crissy Abbott City Clerk PROPOSED VARIANCE Nt I l EDDY STREET 6:30c 8B The Herald-Advocate, June 30, 2005 Local GOP Welcomes U.S. Rep. Putnam Nearly 100 people, attended: a said Florida will elect another ibcal Republican Party ,dinner held Republican as governor in 2006. S aturday night at the Best Western She said current U.S. Sen. "Billy. 'otel, with U.S. Rep. Adam Nelson is not doing his job. Let's rutnam as guest speaker. retire him and let him go back to SBrevard County and pretend to be ', Local GOP head Erica Scheips- an astronaut." He is a Democrat. ineier said there are 3,027 regis- Jordan said she was glad to be in ibred Republican voters in Hardee' Wakulla. She soon apologized for county, and over 70% of Hardee confusing the name with Wauchula... countyy voters cast their ballot for Jordan criticized the Florida 1eorge Bush's re-election in 2004. Democratic Party for failing to pay SThe invocation was given by $90,000 in federal payroll and (liff Ables. Social Security taxes in 2003, with SCarol Jean Jordan, chairperson of .interest and fines from the Internal S e Florida GOP, said the Florida Revenue Service pushing the total louse of Representatives gained to $200,000. iree new Republicans in the 2004 She said the Florida Republican election and the Florida Senate Party ended the year 2004 in the 6OP majority vwhs maintained. black, paid off the new building in republican Mel Martinez was Tallahassee in. February and has elected as a U.S. senator. Jordan' raised $5 million in 2005. IA ' A .S. Rep. Putnam said the Republican Party represents the core values of most Americans such as faith, family, work ethic and traditional Biblical view of marriage. I . ii. State Rep. Denise Grimsley of Highlands County. introduced the guest speaker, but said she was leaving immediately because of having tickets to see the rock group Three Dog Night. Putnam said Florida is. a diverse state and the GOP is strong in the urban and rural areas. "This is the 11th year of a Republican majority in Washington and the seventh;year of a Republican governor in Florida. Putnam posed the question: "As a mature party are we still worthy of your support?" Putnam said in the last 10 years welfare rolls are down 60%. Crim- inals 10 years ago were serving one-third of their timee, He said by the year 2040, Social Security will be insolvent unless reform measures are taken.. Today's iigh school graduates will be retir- ing in 2050. The U.S. foreign policy includes "no weapons of mass destruction in- the hands of crazy people." President Bush and the GOP have made great progress in international human rights, he said. Putnam,said'it took 13 years after the War of Independence for; the first U.S. Constitution to be passed. Progress has been made in Iraq, "still a dangerous place," but "the Iraqi people are vested in the out- come. Insurgents are killing more Iraqis, than Americans," Putnam said the death tax is the biggest threat to American agricul- ture due to rising land prices. The GOP wants to abolish the death tax, he said. SHe said the national Democratic Party "has not supported the people who made it strong. They lost their fundamental trust of the jndivid- ual." Putnam said currently tough issues include Social., Security., health care, Iraq and thle United Nations. He, like Jordan,'criticized the Florida Democratic Party of failing to pay payroll. and Social Security taxes and running tip a $200.000 bill ith the IRS. Putnam said he was "proud of our president and his presence on the world stage." Putnam was with President Bush on 'Sept 1I', 2001, at Booker: Elementary School in Sarasota when the terrorist attacks occurred in New York City, the Pentagon and Pennsylvania. Putnam flew with the president aboard Air Force One which landed at Baton Rouge, La. The president then flew to Nebraska, and Putnam flew on to Wa ishington. D.C.,. aboard the set'n0d Air Force Oh Within three weeks anthrax started hitting the U.S. mail system. Enjoying Republican Party Dinner at the Best Western Hotel (from left) are Lavon and Linda Cobb, local GOP chair Erica Scheipsmeier and Rep. Putnam. PHOTOS BY JIM KELLY Lex and Alma Albritton, State Rep. Denise Grimsley and U.S. Rep. Adam Putnam (left to right) pose during June 25 dinner. " ,, V d ? Brindle BoxerWith Copper Collar For Arthritis, ; Lost May 29th In Arcadia. Hyper, But' Very Loving And Gentle. NEEDS MEDICATION PLEASE CALL 863-990-0407.' SNo Questions Asked. Ssod6:30p 'I YI U Can Appear In .. ' Poet's Place Aryou a poet? Let us show it1 Your work could be published in this :wspaper In "Pdet's-Place," a weekly feature which reHes solely on rfeaider submissions. Poems must be your own original work, written by you, not someone else. To appear In this feature, send your poet- ry, name and town of residence to: Poet's Place, The Herald- Advocate, RO. Box 338, Wauchula, FL33873 or fax 773-0657. Merrill Lynch Mario A. Trevino, Jr. Thomas Trevino Financial Advisor Financial Advisor Merrill Lynch Presentation Every Wednesday Don Jose Mexican Restaurant Sebring Start time 7:00 p;m. Complimentary Dinner Limited Seating For reservations and directions call Mario or Thomas Trevino 1-800-937-0259 or (863) 382-3000 soc:2t ABOUT ... Hardee Living Hardee Living prints your news on people, clubs and organizations, including meeting summaries, births, children's and senior citi- zens' birthdays, engage- ments, weddings; silver or golden anniversaries, church events and military assignments. Forms are available at our office. For engagements and weddings, a photo ,should be included. Publication is free of charge. Coverage of wed- dings over three months old will be limited to a photo and brief announcement. Deadline is 5 p.m. on Monday. New 3/2 D-Wides Now Only $37.9'00, Turn Key 'On Your Lot ONE BLUE, NO PINKS Robert Woods and TracN Vance, Wauchula, an eight pound eight. ounce son, Ty William Woods, born June 25, 2005, Highlands Regional Medical Center, Sebring. Maternal grandparents are Charles Vance and Anna Thompson. Paternal grand- parents are John Woods and Betty Tumbleston. Do not regret growing older. It is a privilege denied to many. Dl School Board member Joe Jones and fertilizer company owner Edgar Davis were among the nearly 100 people who attended prime rib dinner catered by the Wauchula Elks Lodge. A Safe Place DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CRISIS LINE 1 (800) 500-1119 End The Abuse! We buy lots & Acreage and Block or Frame Homes/Forclosure. 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Services Westley Turner Turner Furniture Paul Samuels, Mosaic Scott Henderson Scott Henderson Services Jimmy Parker Parker Farms Allen Widener Benchcrest Shooters Supply David Conerly Conerly Tank & Welding Greg Gordon Heartland Grower's Supply Miles Albritton Albritton's & Son Citrus Care Robert Ray Smith Hardee Livestock Market Max Ulirich Ullrich's Pitcher Pump George L. Wadsworth Sr. George L. Wadsworth Jr. Farm Bureau. Insurance Joel Pate Joel Pate Custom Spreader Serv. Fredrick M. Knight, PA. Joe L, Davis, Inc. Wayne Conerly Wauchula Abstract & Title Doug Knight Josh Mckibben 4-MAC Farms Mike Giddens Bowen Brothers Lavon Cobb L. Cobb Construction John Nicholson Nicholson Mowing Reese Welch Lou's Hydraulic Sales & Services Tim Oldham Tim's Filldirt & Shell 0t - 4N 6:30p DP~f~DIW Hardee County Suncoast Spurs' Chapter of The National Wild Turkey Federation would like to thank all our 2005 Sponsors. June 30, 2005, The Herald-Advocate 9B t I mm Ir b f ~III~~~~~W -.01 r mo r 10B The Hera!d-Advocate, June 30, 2005 Little League All-Stars In Action ~la" re -- 9- p~s~- I~sir~~ Sponsored by Mosaic Mining, the Juniors baseball team starts play at Lake Bonny Park in south Lakeland at 8:30 p.m. .on July 5 against Bartow. In first row (from left to right) are Skylar Alden, Tony Martinez, Brek McClenithan, Conner Davis,, Tyler Cobb, Ben Krause and Carson Davis; in back, manager Jerry Albritton, Patrick Turner, Tyler Robertson, Kyle Ward, Logan Thomas, Josh Rodgers and coach Don Rodgers; not in photo, coach Shane Forrester. Each of the Juniors softball girls earned atrophy for their participation. They lost their opening game over the weekend, and were to return to Lakeland Monday evening, weather permitting. S Kneeling (from I tt) are Kayla Owens, Lea Levesque. Stephanie Perry. Kaitlin Chason and Jessica Abbott: 'n bieck:'coaeh Dennis. Powell, Amaris Gar a, Chelsea Owens Miranda Powell. Emily Adams. Krystin Robettson and- Katie Jernigan: noHn' photo, manager Patrick'Mahoney, coach Ronnie Abbott and Shelby Durrance. The Majors (ages 11-12) All-Stars play at Bartow, starting at 6 p.m. on July'6. Kneeling (left to right) are Malik Tatis, Vince Grimsley, Taylor Barlow, Jacob Altman, Justin Knight and Dawson Crawford; standing manager Brian Knight, Wintz Terrell, Jacob Mayer, Justin Fones, Lincoln Saunders, Kalan Royal and coach Todd Bolin; not pictured, Murrell Winter and coaches Van Crawford and Jamie Fones. Sponsored by the Van Fleet Airport Group, the Majors girls put up a good fight in their weekend games, going to eight innings in a 20-19 loss late Sunday afternoon. In first row (from left) are Kate Krause, Courtney Buckley, Taylor Bolin and Paige Massey; in back. Courtney Chason. 'Krista Turner, Sabrina Hernandez and Amanda McNabb; missing from picture& are coaches Alan Hines and Doug Knight and Amber Hines, Emily Williams, Cassidy Knight and&Madisoi Johnston. LL Minors All-Stars Do Well COURTESY PHOTOS Hardee's young squad of Minors (ages 9-10)AIIl-Stars had only one returnee from last year's squad and found the competition at Lakeland quite tough. Sponsored:by CF Industries, the team included (in front, from left) Kolton, Mills, Will Bennett, Kristopher Johnson, Jacob Bolin, Tyler Hewett and Reed Woods, in back coach West Palmer, Luke Palmer, Kramer Royal, Wyatt Maddox, Kyle Schrank, Austin Judah and manager Todd Bolin; missing is Armando Alamia ",*",-:NOTICE OF ZONING MEETING The Zolfo Springs Zoning Board of Adjustments will meet on Mbnday, July 11, 2005, at 6:00 P.M. in Council Chambers Sat Town Hall, 3210 U.S. Highway 17 South in Zolfo Springs, Florida to consider the following zoning request: A request from Marty Wohl to annex 16 acres as shown on the attached map into the Town of Zolfo Springs for S ;: :. :' the purpose of establishing a small Industrial park. Mr. SWohl wishes to have this parcel zon'ed as I-L (Light S, Industrial). 'All interested parties may appear, at the meeting and be heard with respect to the proposals. Any person who may wish to appeal any decision' made at this meeting with respect to any matter considered there- in. will need a verbatim record of the meeting for that appeal, and it is solely the responsibility of that person to ensure that such verbatim record is made and includes testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. .. ., Marilyn Aker, Mayor Attest: Linda Roberson, Interim Town Clerk By JOAN SEAMAN Of The; Hera!d-Advocate .One of the youngest teams in the' 9-10 District All-Star competition, with only one returnee from last year's squad, the Hardee Minors played two hard games last week- end. They lost 13-5 to Lakeland City Tangerine on Saturday and returned on Sunday to battle Auburndale in a 7-3 loss. Representing Hardee were Reed Woods, Kristopher Johnson, Jacob Bolin, Luke Palmer, Kramer Royal, Kolton Mills, Will Bennett, Kyle Schrank, Tyler Hewett, Wyatt Maddox, Austin Judah and Armando Alamia. Their coaches were Todd Bolin and West Palmer of the season-winning Florida Fuel Yankees. In Saturday's game, Lakeland Tangerine was the visiting squad and opened with twin tallies on a hit and pair of errors. In Hardee's first at-bat, Palmer and Johnson both singled up the middle and, advanced to second and third on a passed ball, but were left stranded when the third out occurred. Lakeland put another pair of runs on the board in the top of the sec- ond inning, a double, pair of errors and single bringing runners home. Hardee picked up its first score when Hewett singled,-stole second, was pushed to third by Alamia and Royal, and raced home on a passed ball. It was 4-1. Lakeland added twin scores again in the third inning. A couple of errors and a walk set up the scores. Bennett singled to right cen- ter for Hardee but was stranded. It was another set of tallies for Lakeland in inning four. Woods got aboard for Hardee, but was out try- ing to come home. In inning five, Lakeland cashed in another pair of scores on walks and a hit. Hardee got another tally When leadoff batter Royal singled to right field and went to second on the fielder's error. Palmer beat out an infield hit and Royal raced home in the aftermath. Lakeland got its final trio of runs in the top of the sixth on a walk, pair of singles and a double. Hardee rallied for three runs. Schrank drew :" wa'lkJH.,ett as safe oi ri error Sged. Shrank and Hewett came gled. Schrank and Hewett came home and Woods was out stretch- ing for home. Royal followed with a hit to left field to score Maddox with the final run of the game. Hardee returned to Peterson Park in Lakeland on Sunday to take on Auburndale, which was the visiting squad. Auburndale left the bases stacked in the top of the first when Maddox struck out ,two batters, leaving their teammates stranded. Hardee went down in order. In the second stanza, two Auburndale runners were left aboard. Hardee left Bolin on base after he had walked and stole sec- ond. In inning three, a couple of walks and fielder's choice allowed Hunter Grant to come home for Auburndale. Maddox singled and pinch-runner Alamia scored for Hardee, helped by a Schrank sacri- fice, Royal .bunt single and error on F R A11E3AST C a Johnson hit. It was 1-1. Auburndale broke the tie in the top of the fourth with a trip of tal- lies on errors, a walk and singles by, Baron Williams arid Tyler Bonniza;. It was 4-1. Hardee was limited to a solo score. Hewett drew a walk and, raced home on an error on a: Maddox hit. It was 4-2. Auburndale got that run back in the top of the fifth. Dylan Myers singled. After Maddox struck out two batters, Williams singled to score Myers. Maddox struck out: the next batter. Hardee left Royal; on base after he walked, stole 'sec-: ond and went to third on'a fly-out, Auburndale added a final pair of scores in the top of the sixth on,.a walk, single and double. Hardee tried to rally. Hewett led off with a single, stole second and ran home on an error. The Auburndale pitch- er knuckled down, struck out two batters and got another to ground out to end the game. For the week ended June 23, 2005: At the Florida Livestock Auctions, receipts totaled 9,125 compared to last week 7,814 and 8,694 a year ago. According to the Florida Federal- State Livestock Market News Service: slaughter cows and bulls were steady, feeder steers and heifers unevenly steady. Feeder Steers: Feeder Heifers: W' Medium & Large Frame No. 1-2: 200-300 lbs., 160.00-214.00; 300-400 lbs., 132.00-178.00; and 400-500 lbs., 119.00-143.00. 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If you have any ques- tions about these changes, please call Comcast at (888) COM- CAST. 6:30c I / : I During the past week, sheriff's deputies and city police officers investigated the following incidents and made the following arrests: COUNTY June 27, Bobby Dwayne Ackley, 38, of East Broward Street, Bowling Green, was arrested by Dep. Eric Thompson and charged with domestic battery, possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of marijuana. June 26, Ramon Naranjo Sr., 60, 3015 Hickory St., Zolfo Springs, was arrested by Dep. Paul Johnson and charged with violation of condi- tional release. June 26, Dale Clinton Miller, 24, of 4554 Apache Trail, Wauchula, was arrested by Dep. Eric Thomspon and charged with domestic battery. June 25, Helmut Ivan Gomez, 25, of 10122 Majestic Palm Circle; Riverview, was arrested by Dep. James Adler and charged with disorderly Intoxication. June 25, a fight on Makowski Road was reported. June 24, Ellis Hodges, 30, of 3707 Ninth Ave. West, Zolfo Springs, was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on pick-up orders charging him with four counts of non-support. June 24, Bryan Anthony Albert, 25, of 1223 Hickory Lane, Fort Meade, was arrested by Sgt. Kevin White on a capias alleging failure to pay a fine on a conviction for unlawful distribution of nitrous oxide: June 24, David Rivera, 38, of 8545 Chinook Road, Zolfo Springs, was arrested.by Dep. Joe Marble on a capias charging him with domestic bat- tery. June 24, Marco Antonio Calvillo, 15, of 5121 Dixiana Drive, Bowling Green, was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on pick-up orders alleging failure to appear in court on charges of trespass and violation of probation (origi- nal charges domestic violence aggravated battery, aggravated battery and two counts battery). June 24, Manuel Cisneros III, 17, of 6427 Long Oak Court, Lakeland was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on pick-up orders alleging failure to appear in court on charges of aggravated assault and trespass. June 24, a 16-year-old Bowling Green boy was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on a pick-up order alleging failure to appear in court on a charge of assault. June 23, Joyce Ann Rivers, 24, of 381 Sally Place, was arrested by Dep. Jamie Wright on a warrant charging her with violation of probation (original charge possession of cocaine). June 23,.Eduardo Rivera, 21, of 1243 Polk Road, Wauchula, was Arrested by the countywide Drug Task Force and charged with trafficking Sin methamphetamine, possession of methamphetamine with intent to sell, operating a nuisance drug house and transporting drug paraphernalia. At the jail Sgt. Barry Schnable detained him on warrants charging him with vio- lation of probation (original charges possession of drug paraphernalia, obstruction of a search warrant and criminal mischief). S June 23, Nancy Marie Kabacinski, 28, of 3121 Martin Drive; was arrested by Dep. Julie Bridges on warrants charging her with violation of probation (original charges six counts obtaining property by worthless. Checkk. June 23, thefts on SR 64 East, Center Hill Road and Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, a residential burglary on Peace River Woods Drive and :criminal mischief on College.Lane were reported. June 22, Richard McCumber, 18, of 3531 S. Palmetto St., Zolfo Springs, was arrested by Assistant State Attorney Candace Preston on a' charge of criminal mischief. June 22, John Erick Tucker, 40, of 817 E. Main St., Wauchula, was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on capaises charging him with scheme to __defraud and grand theft. June 22, Casey Nicole telham, 15, of 1565 Old Bradenton Road, Wauchula, was arrested bN Dep. Joe Marble on a pick-up order charging hier with possession of a weapon on school grounds. ,June 22, a vehicle-stolen on Ralph Smith Road, residential burglary on SR 64 West, burglary of a conveyance on Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, business burglary on U. S. 17 North and criminal mischief on Martin Luther King Jr. AVenue were reported. June 21, Lonnie Will Jordan, 39, of 414 Magnolia Blvd., Wauchula, was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on capiases charging him with violation of probation (original charges possession of drug paraphernalia and pos- session of marijuana). June 21, Jeffery Ronald Goolsby, 40, of 1387 U. S. 17 SW, Arcadia, was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on a pick-up order charging him with non- support. 2005 SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS FOR HARDEE COUNTY COMMISSION AND r APPOINTED BOARDS *Meetinas to be held in County Commission Chambers, Room 102 Courthouse Annex. 412 W. Orange Street. Wauchula, Florida unless otherwise noted BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Regular meetings every other Thursday at 8:30 a.m. MONTH OF July 14t" &.28'h Regular meeting Friday, July 22"" Planning Session at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, July 28th BCC Zoning at 8:35 a.m. July 4t Independence Day County Offices Closed July 18" 22nd Budget Workshops at 8:30 a.m. PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD meets first Thursday night of each month at 6:00 p.m. " MONTH OF July.- 7th CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY LICENSING BOARD Meets on the second Monday night of each month at 6:00 p.m. in Conference Room 202, 412 W. Orange St. MONTH OF July 11 COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD Meets first Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m. Public Works Day Room, 205 Hanchev Road MONTH OF July 1 th " LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD I Meetings called as needed at Library in Annex II MONTH OF July No meeting scheduled. HOUSING AUTHORITY Meets at 701 LaPlava Drive, Wauchula MONTH OF July 12th at 1:30 p.m. HEALTH CARE TASK FORCE Meetings called as needed MONTH OF July 12"th at 12 Noon HARDEE COUNTY INDIGENT HEALTH CARE BOARD Meetings held at 5:30 p.m. MONTH OF July -26t' INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (IDA) meets second Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. MONTHOF July- 12" HEARTLAND WATER ALLIANCE MONTH OF July No meeting scheduled MINING AD HOC MEETING Usually meet fourth Wednesday at 8:00 a.m. MONTH OF July-27th This is a Disabled-Accessible facility. Any disabled person needing to make special arrangements should contact the County Commissioner's office at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the public meeting. This notice is published in compliance with Florida Statutes 286.0105. SInterested parties may appear at the public meeting and be heard. If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the members, with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing, he will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. Gordon R. Norris, Chairman 06:30 June 21, Carl Zapata, 40, of 1812 Dishong Road, Wauchula, by Dep. Joe Marble on failure to pay a fine on a charge of possession of drug para- phernalia. June 21, Darryl Ross Mathis, 43, of 4108 U. S. 17 North, Bowling Green, was arrested by Sgt. Barry Schnable on warrants charging him with violation of probation (original charges tampering with physical evidence, resisting an officer with violence and possession of methamphetamine). June 21, a residential burglary of Rigdon Road, criminal mischief on SR 62, vehicles stolen on Ralph Smith and Farrell roads, a theft on U. S. 17 North, and a fight on Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue were reported. June 20, Victor Flores-Avalos, 25, of 337 Yetter Road, Wauchula, was arrested by Sgt. David Drake and Florida Highway Patrol Tpr. Larry McClellan on a capias charging him with domestic battery. June 20, Joshua Robert Rangel, 22, of 2319 Seiple Road, Avon Park, was arrested by corrections Ofc. Pat Cassick on a Michigan warrant alleged unlawful possession of a motor vehicle. June 20, Juan Aranda, 34, General Delivery, Wauchula, was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on a capais alleging failure to pay a fine on a convic- tion for disorderly intoxication. June 20, Shawn Jean Mitchell, 19, of 4816 Church Ave., Wauchula, was'arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on a capais alleging failure to pay a fine on a conviction for disorderly conduct. June 20, Maurice Leonard Williams, 31, of 3104 Park Ridge Drive, Tallahassee, was arrested by corrections Dep. Earl Harrison on a Leon County warrant charging him with grand theft auto. June 20, criminal mischief on U. S. 17 South, a theft on East Main Street and a vehicle stolen on Quail Road were reported. WAUCHULA June 25, a 15-year-old Wauchula youth was arrested by Sgt. Chris Baty and charged with battery. June 25, fights on U. S. 17 South and Carlton Street were reported. June 24, Rocky Lee Cisneros, 22, of 3466 Hickory St., Zolfo Springs, was arrested by Ofc. Justin Wyatt and charged with driving with knowledge of a suspended license. June 23, a residential burglary on Bell Street was reported. June 22, Thomas Lee Stettler, 29, P. 0. Box 442, Zolfo Springs, was arrested by Ofc. Gabe Garza and charged with battery. He was detained on a capias charging him with domestic battery and Highlands County warrant alleging failure to pay a fine on a conviction for violation of game fish rules. At the jail, Probation Ofc. Jeff Brindlinger also charged him with vio- lation of community control-house arrest (original charges possession of methamphetamine and resisting arrest without violence). June 22, a fight on Eason Drive and criminal mischief on U. S. 17 North were reported. June 21, Dustin Dewayne Rimes, 24, of 3218 John Holt Road, Wauchula, was arrested by Det. Sgt. David Stimson and charged with grand theft auto. June 21, Rushin Dealasalaam Ellison, 26, of 667 Sally Place, Wauchula, was arrested by Sgt. Chris Baty and sheriff's Dep. Joe Marble on a warrant charging him with violation of probation (original charge felony'battery). June 21, a vehicle stolen on Griffin Road and a theft on Polk Road were reported. June 20, criminal mischief on U. S. 17 South, a theft on Downing Circle and a tag stolen on Eason Road were reported. BOWLING.GREEN June 24, a theft on Church Avenue was reported. June 23, a vehicle stolen on First Street was reported. ASColon & Lopez PA AGGRESSIVE REPRESENTATION Photographer Hours: 10am- Photographer will be available these Thursday, June 30 through Mond Wauchula (Hwy. 17 NO SUBJECT FEES OR ADDITIONAL CHARGES $3 88 package price poid a p .- ,- ., : ,i i -i ,: Up to ie addition S: i 18 must be accomp S- *.' -' "f" ., ,i, : : :. i -iceofavalableback No Sitting Fees! No Hidden Costs! 7pm e days only: ay, July 4 South) holography Pose for odvertised pockoge our l poses taken For custom collection wih no lonied by o porent) Sizes approximate. kgraund, o ome group Imliations opply. AG F" AWarp~ r June 30,2005, The Herald-Advocate 11B June 22, Heather Lynn Robinson, 18, of 1404 Southern Ave., Lakeland; Cierra Lee Benafield, 18, P. O. Box 369, Bowling Green; Angelice Renee Brasher, 16, P. O. Box 369, Bowling Green; and Shadai Monique Simmons, 13, and Amanda Maria Shultz, 15, both of 4705 U.S. 17 North, Bowling Green, was arrested by Ofc. Jereme Bridges. Robinson, Benafield and Brasher were charged with inciting a riot, Simmons was charged with obstruction of justice and Shultz was charged with false fire alarm and prevention of fire safety equipment. June 21, a 13-year-old Bowling Green youth was arrested by Ofc. Daniel Arnold and charged with domestic battery. June 20, Leon Anthony Kilpatrick, 40, of 722 Ninth St. East, Bradenton, was arrested by Ofc. Daniel Arnold and charged with driving with knowledge of a suspended license. He was detained on. a Manatee County warrant charging him with violation of probation (original charge possession of marijuana), and a capias alleging failure to appear in court on a charge of driving while license suspended. ZOLFO SPRINGS June 24, a theft on Suwanee Street was reported. June 21, a.business burglary was reported. June 20, criminal mischief on Wilbur C. King Blvd. was reported. On The Agenda HARDEE COUNTY COMMISSION The Hardee County Commission will hold its regular session today (Thursday) beginning at 8:30 a.m. in Room 102, Courthouse Annex I, 412 W. Orange St., Wauchula. The following is a synopsis of agenda topics that may be of public interest. Times are approximate except for advertised public hearings. --Minor subdivision plat approval process, Mike Cassidy, 8:35 a.m. -Update on Tri-County Services, Robert Rihn, 9 am. -Scheduling a public hearing on the solid waste collection and dispos- al assessments, Janice Williamson, 9:15 a.m. -Application for Fire-Safety grant, Mike Choate, 9:30 a.m. This agenda is provided as a public service ofThe Herald-Advocate and the Hardee County Commission for those who may wish to plan to attend. 408 ast C9lad &siMet, Waucduda S Lessons. Instmruehts,'Accessories, SKindermusic, & ltanO Tuning Piano, Guitar, Drums, all sl B Band Instruments r (863) POP TUNE 6:3tfc TREATING THE SNAKE BITES By: Dr. Ross A. Hendry , DVM Dr. Hendry with Zeus Anyone who has lived in Florida for 30 years or more and spent any time in the woods has probably encountered one of this state's most unpleasant creatures, the diamondback rattlesnake. I remember in 1967 1 went to Matthews Animal Hospital in Arcadia to apply for an internship and spent two weeks there. During that time Dr. W.W. Mathews and Dr. Frank Gutteridge treated 13 snake bite cases in 13 days. It wasn't uncommon to have two or three snake bites on any given weekend or when there were a lot of bird hunters. I also remember a Labrador retriever that had been bitten 11 times over the years and he actually reached the point where the snake venom was no longer toxic to him because he developed his own antibodies. Occasionally snakes will bite more than one dog and last week we had such an emergency involving two Boston Terriers and a Doberman. One Boston Terrier was bitten twice on the head and forearm, the other Boston Terrier was bitten once on the head and the Doberman was bitten onthe nose. The fang marks were at least half an inch apart and all three dogs were swelling rapidly by the time they arrived at the clinic. We started two vials of antivenin on the dog with multiple bites and gave him steroids, IV fluids and antibiotics, but he died about an hour and a half later even after receiving antivenin. The second Boston Terrier died five days later from liver and kidney failure. The Doberman recovered even though his nose swelled up severely that evening. He was dramatically better the next morning. This was unusual because we have only treated three snake bite cases since we opened Pet Care Center five years ago, in part, because so much of the rattlesnake's habitat has been destroyed. I guess every cowboy has a story about rattlesnakes and it was always the custom of the Florida cracker cowboys if they ran across a snake in the woods they would whip it with:a cow whip to stun it then cut off its head with a pocket knife. We have a colorful story in our family about my Uncle King Kong Smith when he was just a kid living out in the Lemon Grove community. Kong had a little six-foot cow whip he carried with him wherever he went. It seems Grandmother found him out behind the smokehouse where he had whipped a rattlesnake, like the cracker cowboys and he was stand- ing there with his barefoot on the snake's neck sawing on its head with a dull pocket knife. The story goes that Grandmother drop-kicked Kong about 10 feet past the snake, then she killed the snake and whipped Kong. The real dilemma when we treat snake bites is the cost of the antivenin which is $625 a vial. This treatment requires a big commitment on the part of the owner because it can easily cost $2,500 or more to treat snake bites. However, Red Rock Biologics, a company in California, recently developed a vaccine that is effective in all the North American rat- tlesnakes including pigmy rattlesnakes. The vaccine itself doesn't work on the venom. It works on what is known as the humoral immune response (specifically IgG) in the dog. These antibodies are able to bind to and neutralize various compo- nents in the venom and prevent their activity. This is not instantaneous, but does occur within 10 to 30 minutes, so a dog will often start to swell from the venom, then theeswelling slows, stops and regresses on its own. There are valuable bird dogs, hog dogs; cow dogs and bloodhounds that.could be saved with this new vaccine so we have ordered a case of it and the vaccine will be available at our clinic soon. The vaccine is given as a two-dose sequence with one month between injections. 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TAGC. rELE NOT INCLADEO. 72 UmaNT.s p, 7.9% ArP RI0 APPROVED CRED.. #5U03010 I.' 1031 US 17 N., Wauchula (1 b k s h of Wala 1031 US 17 N., Wauchula (1 block south of Wal-Mart) J I ,,- "- 1 . .0 I ( ' 77-3 4'1.... .,L, , i r F 1'h , The Herald-Advocate IUSPS 57S-7.01 Thursday, June 30, 2005 t.i i . LI k,,I PAGE ONE 161IS citrus diseases and how to identity canker. Graham encourages grow- ers to inspect their own groves and report suspicious finds to the state eradication program. Hardee grow- ers should call Keith Richards at 1- 863-314-5900. The area canker office is at 3397 U.S. 27 South in Avon Park. The citrus canker state toll-free helpline is 1-800-282- 5153. Barbara Carlton, executive direc- tor of the Peace River Valley Citrus Growers AssociAtion (PRVCGA), MAN CHARGED "Man Charged" Picture on the front page at large! Another case Not knowing how long I might even face! Years I don't know But, I guess, in this life you reap what you sow! Gotta pay Once again I've chosen the hard way! So much time just to be thinking, Reminisce, everything starts to sink in! And the ones you least expect Turn their backs and neglect! Part of life Bad things happen when you ain't living right! Everyone puts theirselves where they want to be Whether it's jail or somewhere else even "Free" Heath B. Sanchez Hardee Countyhail PUBLISH YOUR ORIGINAL POETRY! Poet's Place is a feature which relies solely on reader input. Only your original work may be submitted. Send your poetry to. Poet's Place, The Herald-Advocate. P.O. Box 338, Wauchula, FL 33873. FREE MEAL COUPON The Quilter's Inn 106 South 4' Avenue Wauchula, FL 33873 (863) 767-8989 Bring Coupon & 3 Friends for .ONE MEAL FREE - MONDAY thru FRIDAY BREAKFAST OR LUNCH 7AM-3PM , 6 23-7 14p By JIM KELLY Of The Herald-Advocate About 40 local citrus growers heard a report on citrus canker Thursday morning at the Wauchula Elks Lodge. The speaker was plant patholo- gist Dr. Jim Graham who special- izes in citrus canker. He is with the Lake Alfred station of the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences. He explained various types of on tree stems. Graham also described other cit- rus foliage diseases such as bacter- ial greasy spot. melanose. citrus bacterial spot. citrus scab. anthrac- nose and alternaiia. '* "Acanker lesion is raised on both sides." Gro\e surveys should be done when the leaves are dry. "Do not collect samples of leaves. Flag the area and call the canker number." said Graham. who said the bactena thrive in wet conditions. SWhen a new outbreak is found, , all the trees within a 1.900-foot radius hae to uprooted and burned. A 3,800-fool .radius has to be inspected every 30 days for nine months, then every 90 days for two years. . Areas within five .miles are checked twice a year for two years. Varieties most susceptible to Scanker are grapefruit, followed by early oranges. "We have a zero tolerance .for canker in citrus nurseries," said Mark Estes-of the siate Di\ ision of SPPlant Industry in Winter Haven. Growers should decontaminate themselves each time they touch a canker-infested tree. "Use Gators, ", Wednesdays -' -- June 8- July6 - Cash Anyone Prizes!" can S- __-. -enter! I'1 'N 1st place winners from each week will go head-to head for a fiLAI) FINALE SHOW DOW Saturday, July 9 Veekly Winners Grand Finale Winners ontet Ist $25 st $500 on 2nd- $15 2nd- $300 1. Must Be 21. 3rd $200 2. Not open to employees of 4th $100 the Country Club. 5th $50 3. Contestants can not be paid entertainers. f- 4. $10 entry fee needs to be paid \ \e C O ry C//,, between 7pm 8:15pm each S6 Wednesday. Call 375-9988 for more Information. 245 Hwy 17 N., Bowling Green 6:30c said there have been four 'cauker' finds in Hardee County: 1. The Rosetta site in the Ona area, traced to a Ben Hill Griffin' nursery in Highlands County. 2. The Dr. Causey grove in the Zolfo Springs area, traced to the Hickory Branch citrus nursery in Highlands County. 3. A grove east of Wauchula owned by Emerson Jones. Source unknown. 4. A grove east of Wauchula owned by Tom Watkins, a few miles from the Jones grove. Source unknown. Carlton said those are the known cases in Hardee and said 886 acres of groves will have to be destroyed. That number will go up as surveys are continuing on the Watkins grove. Dr. Graham said canker is a bac-. teria that can be spread for miles by a hurricane. The growers' meeting was hosted by Florida Citrus Mutual and PRVCGA. Leaf miners create wounds in cit- rus leaves and create easy openings for the canker bacteria. In Argentina citrus growers have been able to slow the spread of canker by using windbreaks and copper. "Wind-blown rain drives citrus canker. There are no windbreaks in Florida," said Dr. Graham. "Frequent use of copper without windbreaks was not effective." Leaves can show lesions, which are raised on both sides, in two to three weeks. The lesions can grow in two to three months to the size of a pencil eraser. Leaf miners have been a problem in Florida since 1993-94. Tractors and trucks can also dam- age citrus leaves, creating wounds that canker bacteria can enter. Lesions on fruit can get to the size of a dime or nickel. "If you see unusual leaf drop or fruit drop. a closer look for canker is warranted. Grapefruit trees are the most susceptible to canker." Canker bacteria can li\e for years Youl not pickups in.groves, so the trees are not touched. Get a second opin- ion from another grower if you sus- pect canker." Graham said, "There is no cure for this bacterial disease. Younger trees are most susceptible. Copper is the best way to help suppress it." He s4id canker flared up in Florida in 1912-14 and was effec- tively eradicated by 1930. In 1995 canker was discovered in the Miami area. "Canker can cause a small lesion in seven to ten days. It does not live in the soil. The bacteria if dry dies within 24 hours but lives 72 hours or more on damp or wet areas. Canker only affects citrus trees." Mike Carlton, director of produc- tion and labor for Florida Citrus Mutual, said the U.S. Congress since 1999 has compensated grow- ers for their losses to canker. "'They have been 1 1/2 years late. I recom- mend canker insurance.", Carlton said he felt canker losses will continue to be covered but said Congress has to vote for the fund- ing. Barbara Carlton said only three ,percent of the Florida citrus indus- try has been impacted by canker. Graham said there is a shortage of state w workers to inspect groves. A decontamination solution to kill canker bacteria is one ounce of household bleach to one gallon of water. Casey Pace of Florida Citrus Mutual said $30 million for canker reimbursement was approved, by Congress a year ago and will be allocated soon to growers. Growers are currently filling out applica-, tions for funding. Florida Citrus Mutual in March 2005 requested another $75 million in canker reimbursement for Congress, to approve and that amount w ill not be enough, he said. The standard reimbursement has been $26 a tree plus about $29 a tree for lost income, totalling about $55 a tree for growers to get who have to destroy) their trees because of canker. State plant pathologist Dr. Jim Graham spoke to local citrus growers Thursday about citrus canker. rree 15 u Think... / Canker Found In 4 Hardee Groves PHOTO BY JIM KELLY Barbara Carlton, executive director of the Peace River Valley Citrus Growers Association, points to citrus canker finds on a map. At right is Mark Estes of the state Division of Plant Industry. lBachelor's Master's Ph.D. Degrees Available In Business Administration Bachelor's & Master's Elementary Education Bachelor's Public Administration Bachelor's Educational Leadership Master's & Ph.D. Reading Education Master's Guidance & Mental Health Counseling Master's INFORMATION SESSION Thursday, July 7, 2005 5:30-7:30 p.m. SS 5FCC University Center sCc* 600 West College Drive SOUTH FLORIDA Avoh Park, Florida COMMUNITY COLLEGE Meet with an Advisor! Get your questions answered Complete Admissions & Financial Aid Ixfuoriation Participating Institutions Barry University University of South Florida Webber International University Webster University 6:30c Call 784-7408 for information VY L. h. / 2C The Herald-Advocate, June 30, 2005 Schedule Of Weekly Services- Printed as a Public Service by The Herald-Advocate Wauchula, Florida Deadline: Thursday 5 p.m. BOWLING GREEN APOSTOLIC LIGHTHOUSE UNITED PENTACOSTAL CHURCH 310 Orange St. 375-3100 Sunday Morning...................10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening 6:00 p.m. Tuesday Prayer Meeting ..........7:00 p.m. Thursday Service......................7:30 p.m. S CHESTER GROVE MB CHURCH 708 W. Grape St. 375-3353 Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 8:00 a.m. Sun. Eve. Worship 1st & 3rd ............... 4:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. Tues. Prayer/Bible Study..........6:00 p.m. CHRISTIAN BIBLE FELLOWSHIP Hwy. 17 South Sunday School 9:30 a.m. S Morning Worship....................10:30 a.m. Evening Worship .........:...........6:30 p.m. Wed. Discipleship ....................6:30 p.m. S Thurs. Mens Prayer ................6:00 a.m. Thurs. Ladies Bible Study........5:30 p.m. i CHURCH OF GOD Hwy 17 and Ratliff Rd. 375-22311 S. 375-3100 Sunday School 7 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship .................11:00 a.m., Evening Worship..................... 6:30 p.m. Wednesday 7:30 p.m. COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Main & W. Centra. Sunday AM Worship................10:30 a.m Sunday Evening 6:00 p.m: Wed. Prayer Meeting .............7:00 p.m. FAITH ASSEMBLY OF GOD 4937 Hwy. 17 N. 375-4206 Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship. ...............11:00 a.m. Disciples Train & Choirs .........5:30 p.m. Evening Worship 6:30 p.m Wednesday Prayer .. ..... 7.00 pm M FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Boiling Green S. Hwy. 17 -375-2253 . Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ........1100a.m. S Sunday Evening .. .......6:30 p.m. Wednesday Prayer ...................6:30 p.m. FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Grape & Church Streets 375-2340 Sunday School : 9:45 am: Morning Worship .............1..1:..100 a.m. Youth Fellowship.....................5:00 p.m. Evening Worship ....................6:00 p.m. Wed. Bible Study .............y........7:00 p.m. FORT GREEN BAPTIST CHURCH Baptist Church Road 773-9013 S. Sunday School .......9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 -00 a.m. ,r Sunday E\ening .. 6-00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer 7-00 pm HOLY CHILD SPANISH CATHOLIC MISSION Misa Eispanol Sunday ..........7:00 p4n. IGLESIA DEL DIOS VIVO 105 Dixiana St. 375-3370 Domingo Ser\ De redicacion 11.00 p m. S Manes Esrudio Biblico 700 p m Miercoles Estudior Juvenil 7-00 p m Jueves Serv; De Predicacion 7 00 p m. IMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH S210 E. Broward St. 3t5-4228 or 773-9019 Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.. .I 100 a m Evening Worship.... .. 7:00 p m. Wednesday Prayer ..7:00p.m SMACEDONIA PRIMITIVE S BAPTIST CHURCH 607 Pahlmetto S. Church School 9:30 a.m. Morning Service................ .. :00 a.m. Evening Service .7:00 p.m. -Wed Bible Study/Prayer Ser. 700 p m. Communion-2nd Sun Eening 6 00 p m MT. PISGPAH BAPTIST CHURCH 6210 Mt. Pisgah Rd. 375-4409 ;, j' Sunday School 9:45 a.m. S Morning Worship :.......:........1.1:00 a.m. S Disciples Training ..... 5:00 p m. SEvening Worship 7:00 p m. Wednesday Prayer Time .700 pm. OPEN DOOR FULL GOSPEL PRAISE CENTER E.Broward:St. Sunday School ..... 1000am Sunday Sertice ..... 6"00 p m ' Wednesday Service .................7:30 p.m.- BOWLING GRE] PRIMERA MISSION BAUTI Murray Road off Hwy. 17 37. Domingos Escuela Dom...........9:4 Servicio de Adoracion ............11:0 Servicio de Predicacion ............5:0( Miercoles Servico ..................6:31 VICTORY PRAISE CENT 128 E. Main St. Sunday School 10:0 Morning Worship .................... 11:0 Sunday Night Service ..............7:0( Mid-Week Bible Study, Thurs. 7:30 ONA LIMESTONE BAPTIST CHU 4868 Keystone Aye. Sunday School 9:4 Morning Worship ....................11:0 Bible Study 6:0( Evening Worship ................... 7:00 Wednesday Prayer ...................7:0( NEW ELIM INDEPENDENT BAPTIS Badger Loop Lane 773-44 Sunday School 9:4: WorshipService...... ........... 11:0( Sunday Night Worship..............6:04 Wednesday Prayer Time............7:0 NEW ZION BAPTIST CHUI 202 Sidney Roberts Road Sunday School 10:0 Morning Worship ...................11:0 Disciples Training .................6:0 Evening Worship ............6:3( Wednesday Prayer................7:0 ONA BAPTIST CHURCH 131 Bear Lane 773-2540 Sunday School 10:0 Morning Worship .............. .11:0 Evening Worship ....... 6:0 Wednesday Prayer .......... 7:0 UNION BAPTIST CHUR< 5076 Lily Church Rd. 494-5 Sunday School 9:4 Morning Worship ... ......11:0 Disciples Training ............:........5:0 Evening Worship ...............7:00 Wednesday Prayer Time... 7 0 WAUCHULA APOSTOLIC ASSEMBI New York Ave. and Apostoli Sunday School ... ........10:1 Evening Service ............ 5 Tuesday Service ............ ....7-( Wednesday Service .................7:( BETHEL MISSIONARY CH 405 S. Florida Ave. Sunday Morning Service ........10:( Sunday Evening Worship 1I.( .. Wed Nighl Serice &-Worship 7- Sarurday Prayer .. 7: CHARLIE CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH 6885 State Road 64 East 77, Sunday School. .. .. ....0. Morning Worship .......... .1: Evening Worship ....i.............7:0 Wed. Evening Worship ............7:0 CHURCH OF CHRIST 201 S. Florida Ave. & Orang 773-9678 Bible Study ... 10-( Worship Service ........ I 11-0 Wednesday.. ......... 7.0 CHURCH OF CHRIST Will Duke.Road 7, 73-2249 Sunday Morning Worship ... 9:3 Sunday Bible Class ......... 11 3 Sunday Evening Worship.. ....6:0 Wed Night Bible Class ........7:0 Men's Leadership & Training Clas 2nd Sunday of Month. .. 4.0 CHURCH OF GOD Martin Luther King Blvi 767-0199 CHURCH OF GOD OF THE FIRST BORN 807 S.8thAve. 773-4576 C'lRCH OF JESUS CHR OF LATTER-DAY SAINT S i 630 Hanchey Rd. 773-35: Sacrament Meeting .....:..........9:0 Sunday School 10:0 Priesthood ... 11-0 COMMUNITY LIGHTHOI 903 Summit St. 735-868 Sunday School ... .... 10.0 Sunday Morning ........ .11-0 Sunday Night ... ..... .... 60 Wednesday Nighl ......... 731 ENDTIME CROSSROAD MIN S 501 N. 9th & Georgia St. 773 SSunday School .......... 10:0 Morning Service. ... ...11:31 Evening Service ............7.30 Wed. Bible St. & Yth. Gath. ....7:3 Fri Night (Holy Ghost Night). 7.3( The following merchants urge you to attend your chosen house of worship r this Sabbath 6 Ea c F Q- Donnis & Kathy Barber Hwy. 66 East (863) 735-04 P.O. Box 780 Zblfo Springs. 16-- -s P WAUCHULA FAITH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH STA. 114 N. 7th Ave. 773-2105 5-2295 Sunday School 10:00 a.m. 5 a.m. Sunday Worship ................. ....11:00 a.m. 0 a.m. Sunday Worship 6:00 p.m. Sp.m. Wednesday Supper....................6:15 p.m. D p.m. Wednesday Youth Fellowship ..6:50 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study ...........7:00 p.m. ER. CHURCH OF NAZARENE 0 a.m. 511 W. Palmetto St. 767-8909 0 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Op.m. Morning Service......................11:00 a.m. 0 p.m. Evening Worship ......................5:00 p.m. Thursday Service ...................7:00 p.m. FAITH TEMPLE CHURCH OF GOD 701 N. 7th Ave 773-3800 JRCH Praise & Worship.................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Service 5:00 p.m. 5 a.m. Wednesday Night Service ........7:00 p.m. 0 a.m. ) p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 0 p.m. 1570 W. Main St. 773-4182 0 p.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ....................11:00 a.m. Evening Worship ...................6:30 p.m. T FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 175 MISSION BAUTISTA 5 a.m. 713 E. Bay St. 773-4722 0 a.m. Escuela Dominical .....:..............9:45 a.m. 0 p.m. Servicio de Adoracion ............11:00 a.m. 0 p.m Predicacion 11:30 a.m. RCH Estudio Biblie, Miercoles ........7:30 a.m. 1am. FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 0 a.m. 1121 W. Louisianq St. 773-9243 0 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sp-m. Worship Service ...................... 10:45 a.m. 0 p.m. Wed. Youth Meeting ......6:30- 8:00 p.m. D0 p.m Wednesday Service ......:...........6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study ..6:30- 7:00 p.m. 0 FIRST CHURCH OF 0 a.m. THE NAZARENE 0 a.m. 511 W. Palmetto St. 0 p.m Sunday School 10:00 a.m. 00 pm Morning Service........... ..........11:00 a.m. Evening Worship ..................6:00 p.m. CH Wednesday Prayer ...................7:00 p.m. 5622 FIRST MISSIONARY 5 a.m. BAPTIST CHURCH 0 a.m. 1347 Martin Luther King Ave. 0 p.m. 773-6556 0 p.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. 00p m Morning Service............:......11 :00 a.m Evening Worship'. 6 00 p m Tues. Youth Ministry;Meeting/ Bible Study 6:00 p.m. Y Wed. Prayer/Bible Study .........7:00 p.m. ie Rd. FIRST UNITED 00 a.m. METHODIST CHURCH 00 p.m. 207 N. SeventhAve. 773-0657 00 p m. Early Worship 9:00 a.m. 00 p.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. URCH Tradtional Worship................11:00 a.m. Evening Service 5:00 p.m. 30 a.m. Wednesday Activities................6:00 p.m. 30-a~m:-- '''" 00-p:m .- FLORIDA'S FIRST ASSEMBLY 00 p-m. OF GOD CHURCH Now Meeting at Nofthside Baptist Church 912 N. EIGHTH AVE. 773-9386. 3-3447 Sunday Morning Service'..........8:30 a.m. 00 a.m Evening Worship .....................6:00 p.m. 0 a m Tuesday.Youth Ministry............7:00 p.m. 0 p.m. Adult Tuesday Service ...........7:00 p.m. 0 p.m. THE GOSPEL TABERNACLE g Pentecostal ge St. 810 W. Tennessee St. -773,3753 a Mornin Service :'* '.I-00 a m. X0 a.m. "1 Eenmg Worship .6 00 p.m 0 a.m. Wednesday Ser ice 7-00 p m 10p.m. HEARTLAND r COMMUNITY CHURCH 1262 W. Main St. 767-6500 Coffee & Donuts 9 00 a m 30am Sunday School .. 9-30 a.m. 0Oam. Worship 1030a.m. 0 p m. Wed Night Dinner .. ..6 00 pm O pm. Wed Bodybuilders Adult Cl. ss Crossroads & Lighthouse Min. 7:00 p.m.' 0 p.m.. .. IGLESIADE DIOS PENTECOSTAL, M.I. S903 E. Summit St. (863) 452-6693 Pastor: Reinaldo Ortiz lanes 7 30 9-00 p.m. Viemes 7:30 9:00 p.m. Domingo I 100 a.m 1:00 p:m. IST 'ILESIA ADVENTISTA DEI S SEPTIMO DIA 32 : Old Bradenton Road O a.m. ",' 767-1010 Sa.m. EHOVAH'S WITNESSES ENGLISH 0am. 155 Altman Road 1131 JSE Sunday Morning.....................10:00 a.m. I ."' Tuesday E ening .7 30 p.m. 0 a m.' ". Thurtisday Evening ........ .....:..7:3Di..In , D a.m. JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES -;SPANISH 0p.mt. Sunday E\ening 400pm Sp.m Monday Eening. ..... 7-30 p.m. 'ISTRY. Wednesday' Esening 7 30pm . -3470 LAKE DALE BAPTIST CHURCH 3 am. 3102 Heard Bridge Road 773-6622 0 a.m Sunday School 9 45 a m. P. m'" Morning Sen ice II 00'm 3pm EBening Worship ,. 600 p.m 0 p.m Wednesday Prayer .: "7-00'p.t. .* .[ .' -~" !,NEW'BEGINNING CHURCH Cobrner of 7th Ave. & Palmetto St. 735-0555 NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH ; .1999 State Road 64 East Sunday School 9:45 a.m. SMorning Ser ice. II O0 a.mn. Li.. Church Training 5 15 p.ni. Evening Worship ..:.......:..;.:....6:30 p.m' i Wednesday Prayer .'. 7:00 p.m. 70 FL EN WAUCHULA NEW MT. ZION A.M.E. CHURCH 10 Martin Luther King Ave. 767-0023 Morn. Worship (1st & 3r Sun.) 8:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship .................... 11:00 a.m. 2nd Sunday Youth Service........4:00 p.m. Allen Christian Endeavor ........4:00 p.m. Wed. & Fri. Bible Study ..........7:00 p.m. NORTHSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH 912 N. 8th Ave. 773-6947 Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ....................11:00 a.m. Discipleship Training................6:00 p.m. Evening Worship ......................7:00 p.m. Wednesday Supper..................5:30 p:m. Wednesday Prayer ...............6:45 p.m. OAK GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH 4350 W. Main St. 735-0321 Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ....................11:00 a.m. Evening Worship ...............:......6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study ............6:30 p.m. PEACE VALLEY LUTHERAN CHURCH 1643 Stenstrom Road 773-2858 Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. Sunday Fellowship..:...............11:00 a.m. Weight Watchers meet Thursday ......................5:00 p.m. PROGRESSIVE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 149 Manley Road East Main- 773-5814 Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ................ :..1 0 a.m. Wed. Evening Prayer ..............7:00 p.m. RIVERVIEW HEIGHTS MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 1321 S.R. 636 East 773-3344 Radio Program WZZS Sundays9 00 a m Sunday School .. .. 10 00 am Morning Worship II 00 a.m Evening Worship ....................6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer .................7:00 p.m. SOUL HARVEST MINISTRY 1337 Hwy. 17 South, Wauchula Sunday School. .. 0oa m Morning Worship I 00 a m Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Service .............7:00 p.m, ST. ANN'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 204 N. 9th Ave. 773-6418 Sunday 9:00 a.m. Holy Days ST. MICHAEL'S CATHOLIC CHURCH 408 Heard Bridge Road 773-4089 Saturday Mass (English) .........,5:00 p.m. i (Spanish) ............7:30 p.m. Sunday (English) .....................9:00 a.m. (Spanish) .................... 10:30 a.m. (Creole) 1:00 p.m. Daily Mass in English ..............8:30 a.m. Sr .. -- SEVENTFt AY '" . ADVENTIST CHURCH 205 S. 11th Ave. 773-9927 Sabbath School 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship .................11:00 a.m. Tues. Prayer Meeting...............7:00 p.m. SOUTHSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH 505 S. 10th Ave. 773-4368 Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ....................11:00 a.m. Evening Worship ......................6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer ...... .........7:00p.i. . SPIRIT WIND TABERNACLE 1652 Old Bradenton Road 773-2946 Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 a.n' Evening Worship ........ 6:00 p.m.' Wednesday Worship......... ,,7;30 p.m i Friday Worship. ............. 7:30 pm. TABERNACLE OF PRAISE & JOY 116 Orange St. Sunday School ..... .. 10:00 a.m. , Morning Worship ......'. 11:30 a.m. Evening Worship ... ....... 7:00 p:m. Tues Bible Stdy.,& Child Train.7:00 p.m. Friday Prayer'Service ........ 7:00 p.m. WAUCHULmA CHURCH OF GOD 1543 MNartin Luther King Jr.Ave. 773-0199 Sunday School .. .,10 :00 a.m. Morning Worship .......... 11:15 a.m. Evening Worship ... ... .6:00 p.ti. Wed. Night,Fam. Training ..... 7:30 p.m. Thurs. Youth'Bible Study ..... 7:00 p.m. Friday Nighl Worship ....... 7:30 p.m." ,, WAUCHULA HILLS '"-'..BAPTIST CHURCH ";.**; i 615 Rainey Blvd. 773-4010 773-3683 Sunday School . ..... .9:45 a.m.,. Morning Worship ....... 11: i00 a.m. Church Training ............ 6:00 p.m.. Evening Worship ....... ."... 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer ...'.,....:.7:00 p.m. WAUCHULA HILLS HARVEST TEMIIPLE ASSEMBLY OF GOD. S..:. .. ,210 A nderson " Sunday School ......... 10:00 a.m. Church .. .. ...... ......10:00 a.m. Youth Ser ce '............. 6:00'p.m. Evening Service ......... 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Service ......... 7:30 p.m. WAUCHULA HILLS SPANISH CHURCH OF GOD ';'"' 1000 Stansfield Rd. SSunday School. ... .. 10:00.a.i.,t Evening Worship ......... 7:30 p.m. Tuesday Prayer ............ 7:30 p.m. Thursday Worship .......... 7:30 p.m. Saturday Worship........ ...7:30 p.m. WAUCHULA WAUCHULA REVIVAL CENTER (Full Gospel) 501 N. 9th Ave. Sunday School ..... ....... 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship .......... 11:00 a.m. Youth & Child. Church....... 6:00 p.m. Evening Worship ......... .7:00 p.m. Wed. Bible Study ........ 7:00 p.m. Men's Fri. Prayer ........... 7:00 p.m. WAUCHULA WORSHIP CENTER 102 N. 6th Ave. (Earnest Plaza) 773-2929 Sunday Service............ 10:30 a.m. Evening Service .... ........ 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Service .......... 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Youth Service..... 7:00 p.m. ZOLFO SPRINGS CHARLIE CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH 6885 State Road 64 East 773-3447 Sunday School ............ 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship .... ..... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship ......... 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Worship ......... 7:00 p.m. CHRISTIAN HERITAGE 64 E. & School House Road Church 735-8585 Parsonage 735-0443 Sunday School ......... .. 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship .......... 10:30 a.m. Children's Church.......... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship ........... 6:00 p.m. Wed. Youth & F.T.H. ........ 7:00 p.m. COMMUNITY WESLEYAN CHURCH Gardner Sunday School ........ ..10:00 a.m. Morning Worship ... ...... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship ......... .. 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Service.......... 7:00 p.m. CREWSVILLE BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH 8251-Crewsville Road' Church 735-0871 Pastor 773-6657 Sunday School ........... 9:45 am. Morning Worship .. ....... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship .......... 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer ........7:00 p.m.. EVANGELISTIC HOLINESS CHURCH INC. Corner of 6th and Hickory Sunday School ........... 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship .......... 11:00 a:m. Evening Worship .... :..... 7:00 p.m. Wednesday..... .......... 7:30 p.m. FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of 6th & Suwanee 735-0114 Bible Study. .............. 10:00 a.m. Worship Service ........... 11:00 a.m. GARDNER BAPTIST CHURCH South H,. 17 494-5456 , Sunday School ..... i) 1X a.m. Morning Worship .......... 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Prayer ....: ......7:00 p.m. MARANATHA BAPTIST CHURCH Corner of Steve Roberts Special & Oxendire Rds. 735-2524 735-1851 Sunday School......... .... .10:00 a.m. VWorship .. . ... ... 1:00a.m. Evening ......... ....... 6:00 p.m. Wed. Bible & Prayer.Meet... 7:00 p.m. PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF GOD FAITH TEMPLE Oak Street Sunday Worship ....... 10:00 a.m; Evening Worship .......... 7:00 p.m.' Tuesday W6rship ......... 7:30 p.m. Thursday Worship: .......7:30 p.m. Saturday Worship '.. :,..7:30 p.m. PRIMITIVEE BAPTIST CHURCH Pioneer Park 2nd Sunday: . .. .. 10:30 a.m. Evening Service : : ..'. .-6:30 p.m. 5th Sunday.. ..: 6:00 p:m. 0 C u -- - 2 20 E l CL E Cl Q, b.- ~'* - *C YOU Can Appear In .,; kids korner Hey, kidd. How would you lke your work o be printed in the paper? Draw us a picture, write us a poem, make up a story or tell us a joke. If you're sending us a drawing, use pnols.or markers, not crayons. And lave the lined notebook paper for homework, not your artwork. Then print your name and age, your parents names and' the town where you ive on the back. Get mom or dad to bring it.to our office or purot In the mall to: kids komesan TeHerald-Advocate, P.O. Box 338, Wauchula, FL 33873. ' ZOLFO SPRINGS REALITY RANCH COWBOY CHURCH 2-1/2 Miles east of Zolfo Springs on Hwy. 66 863-735-8600 Sunday School. ............. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship .......... 11:00 a.m. Last Friday of Each Month Cowboy Fellowship ............... 7-9 p.m. ST. PAUL'S MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 3676 U.S. Hwy. 17 South 735-0636 Sunday School ............. 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship..... ....... 11 a.m. Wed. Prayer Service.... ...... 7:00 p.m. SAN ALFONSO MISSION 3027 Schoolhouse Lane 773-5889 Domingo, Misa en Espanol... 10:30 a.m.. Confesiones .............. 10:00 a.m. Doctrina ................. 11:30 a.m. SPANISH MISSION 735-8025 Escuela Dominica ........ i 10:00 a.m. Servicio ................. 11:00 a.m. Pioneer Club............... 6:30 p.m.' Servicio de la Noche. ........ 7:00 p.m. Mierecoles Merienda ...... 6:00 p.m. Servicio ................ 8:00 p.m. Sabado Liga de Jovenes ...... 5:00 p.m.. ZOLFO BAPTIST CHURCH 311 E. 4th Ave. 735-1200 Sunday School ............ 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship .......... 11:00 a.m. Training Union............. 5:00 p.m. Evening Worship ........... 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer .......... 7:30 p.m. (^UAeina ^u/ l~ri- y^ I :'' -3 June 30, 2005, The Herald-Advocate 3C Tocal Marine Makes Rain Doesn't Stop Ladies Softball By SHAYLA BRYAN Herald-Advocate Intern Iraq is a familiar place for one local man. Cpl. Mark Avery, a member of the 2nd Battalion 5th Marines, has been there on two combat tours. Avery is the son of Michael and Sandra Dallett, now of Tallahassee. He was born and raised in Wauchula and graduated from Hardee High School in 2001. He enlisted immediately after high school, and two days follow- ing graduation began his first day of a three-month-long boot caunp in Parris Island, S.C. "First and foremost, I wanted to serve my country," Avery said. He also mentioned that he "wanted a real challenge arid to see other parts of the world." His first stay in Iraq was from Jan. 31 to Aug. 7, 2003. He was there for the March 8 invasion of Iraq. In fact, his unit was one of the first Marine units to complete the invasion trek from Kuwait on into Iraq. In the last three months of his stay, the men conducted humanitar- ian operations in southern Iraq that Benefited the country's people. Right after returning, he immedi- ately began training to go back into a combat environment. Avery's second tour of Iraq was from Aug. 31, 2004, to Feb. 18, 2005. He was stationed at Ar'Ramadi; which is in the Ali Amabar province. SThere, Avery. erved as assistant convoy corps commander. Specifically, his unit provided logistical support to the interior units. Logistics involves the plan- ning and execution of the move- ment of people, equipment. food, etc. They also worked to combat insurgents by finding and putting terrorists to justice. According to Avery, oftentimes in the Marine Corps one person has to take on many different roles. : ,His unit is the most decorated battalion in the Marine Corps. Avery said; "It's an honor to serve in the 2nd Battalion 5th Marines.'" Avery is currently in the middle of a 30-day leave and is home visit- ing family and friends. He will be returning to Camp Pendleton,: Calif., where he is now stationed. he then will attend recruiter school in San Diego, which will last about seven weeks. After graduating in August, he will begin working as a recruiter. He hopes to be stationed in Florida, but nothing is for certain and he could be stationed anywhere. As a recruiter, it will be his responsibili- ty to go to schools and into the sur- rounding communities to recruit eligible applicants. The thought of facing difficult challenges and his drive to achieve pushed him to pursue this different position. He also looks forward to meeting new people. His rank is corporal, which he picked up meritoriously June 2, 2004. He will pick up the rank of sergeant in August, upon gradua- tion from recruiter school. An important thing he wants peo- ple to understand is that certain places in Iraq are very safe and, there, the war on terror is at bay. But there are other places that still aren't so safe. However, it's just a matter of time, Avery feels, until this conflict dies down. His unit was not onl .there to engage in combat, but also to help in rebuilding the country. It built schools, repaired buildings, created a police force and provided jobs, basically working to reinstate a sense of community. Avery's awards include: Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal,, Combat Action Ribbon, Presidential Unit Citation, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Medal, Iraqi Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expedi- tionary Medal, Terrorism Service Medal, two Sea Service Ribbons and a Certificate of Commend- ation. Avery! appreciates all th& thoughts, letters and prayers from the community. He also is glad for the support of his wife, Kimberly, and son Mark II, who will be 4 in August. Attention, Readers! Soon we will be publishing a special dairy issue, and we need your help! C o make this issue extrt spinal , Swee neeD the following ; i airy-telate items {fro you: 2 Tours In Iraq -io n mA A- iie 1 y ana 1-.e-- Dillon, Ann Talley and Micnelle Wiggins. Holt and Dillon were the only two-hit gals. , In the nightcap, First Methodist flew past First Christian 17-1. Joy Gilliard homered and Elene Salas tripled and doubled for First Methodist. Debbie Gulliver chipped in with a double. Crystal Gulliver, Jamie Salas, Dusti Taylor .,mob-Wm- %.OF Imw lllp"W c - and Gilliard came around to score three times each. Melissa Albritton stroked a pair of hits, including a double for First Christian, picking up an RBI by scoring Stanford for the lone tally of the evening. Albritton, Camillo, Bates, Liz Lenhart, Dalton, Shannon, Linda Rogers and Kathy were stranded on the'base paths. By JOAN SEAMAN Of The Herald-Advocate Three weeks into the season, the 2005 Women's Church Softball League hasn't missed a game yet. Periodic thunderstorms haven't deterred the ladies as they march through the schedule. At the end of last week Wauchula First Methodist was still the only undefeated squad, carrying a 4-0 record. Wauchula First Baptist and St. Michael's Catholic are each at 3-1. Trailing are Christian Heritage, Bowling Green Baptist and First Christian. In last Monday's early game, St. Michael's nipped Christian Heritage 16-12. For St. Michael's, Lori Dees stroked a trio of doubles among her five hits. She also scored all five times she got on base. Janice dou- bled twice and Glenda Eures had four RBIs on three hits. Jennifer Roberts rounded the bases three times for Christian Heritage. Loretta Smith had twin hits, a double and single, and a pair of RBIs. Ashton Shoffner chipped in with a pair of scores and Vanessa Smith, Christine Mardo, Loretta Smith, Brittany Edmondson, Cindy Brown, Whitney Smith and Donna Smith each crossed home once. The Monday nightcap wasalso a thriller, as Bowling Green edged First Christian 9-7. Erica Dalton doubled twice among her three hits for Bowling Green. Connie and Amy each also. doubled. Hannah, Amy and Selena each scored twice and Dalton, Kaylee and Katie each came home once. Tara Bates had triple tallies for First Christian, going three-for- three for a perfect night at the plate. Staci Stanford and Tamara Camillo put a pair of runs each on the board and Loretta Starnes added another. On Thursday, First Baptist won the opener 19-4 over Christian Heritage. Melanie. Henderson, Melissa Eldridge, Kelly Denney and pickup player Virginia Jackson each dou- bled for First Baptist. Henderson scored four times on three hits and a fielder's choice, picking up three RBIs. Leadoffbatter Robin Macias had twin hits and RBIs. Kimberly Holt doubled for Christian Heritage, which started swell with a quartet of first inning scores by Vanessa Smith, Jan Legal Holiday Notice rW e will be closed Monday, July 4, 2005 in observance of Independence Day Please transact your business with us with that in mind. FIRST NATIONAL BANK SOF WAUCHULA 6:30c *,., ,^ L T "." Grand Re-Opening! 773-0587 ,773-0587 773-0587 WANTIT. Si OWN IT. SI LO QUIRES. TE LOLLEVAMNS. TESBDE STED.- Io,. I 1. tVrninys 2. Ihotos 3. Recipes 4. Stories/A rtides rWaritten 6y you America's First Choice ... Over 2,800 Stores Strong! La opcin #1 de Anmenca. iMas de 2.800 liendas lo respaldanr I^^^^S~~Bff yKi(Lb%~~~j~: Please drop these off to us at SThe Herald-Advocate 115 S. 7th Ave., Wauchula (863) 773-3255 For more information please contact: Jim Kelly, Amy Brown, Nancy Davis, Michael Kelly ^^63Aoc Wauchula Plaza 1026 S: 6th Ave, Wauchula 773-0587 773-0587 , 773- 6-30C j1 r ~, 414 N. BreVard, Hwy 17 N. Fountain Plaza 585774 COURTESY PHOTO Marine Mark Avery has spent a month-long leave in Hardee SCounty with friends and family. 5Salute to ./ "t^ , , /l !i9 Summer 2 o 0 5 Arcadia Podiatry Dr. Anthony Spinella Dr. Doug Finkel & Dr. Mary Bogen Complete Foot Care Including: *Ingrown Nails *Heel Pain *Bunions *Hammer Toes *X-ray On Site Board Certified in Foot Surgery Medicare Assignment Accepted 494-3478 6:30 ~ ~! )I^ ~ssi~ii 9 4C The Herald-Advocate, June 30, 2005 Courthouse Report COUNTY COURT The following marriage licens- es were issued recently in the office of the county court:' Robert Lee McAbee, 44, 'Bowling Green, and Stephanie Robinson Estep, 33, Bowling Green. Stephen: Earl Statn,' 33. Wauchula, and Rachal Elizabeth Spence, 31, Wauchula. Billy Ray Johnson, 24, Wauchula,' and Kendra Ashley Floyd, 19, Wauchula. The following small claims :cases were disposed of recently in county court: I Advenlist Health System Sunbelt Inc. d/b/a Florida Hospital Heartland vs. Jerald Lane, judg- ment. Bill's Muffler & Brake Service S Inc. vs. Don Weishaupt. dismissed. Credigy Receivables Inc. vs. Gretchen D. Pearson, default judg- ment Asset Acceptance LLC vs. Alan Southwell. default judgment. Suncoast Schools-Federal Credit Union vs. Sissy Ann Camacho. judgment. Ford Motor Credit Co. vs Jerry Lewis and Gwen Y. Gross. judg- ment The following misdemeanor cases were disposed of recently in county court: Anthony Scott Esquivel. retail Theft. probation six months, $315 fine and court costs. $50 investiga- tive costs, $16.85 restitution. 15 hours community service. Alberto Gallardo. resisting arrest without force. $420 fine and court costs. $50 investigative costs; dis- orderly intoxication and failure to obey a law officer, adjudication w withheld, same sentence. Dimas Vasquez Guardiola. domestic battery, 120 davs in jail with credit for time served (CTS). $667 fine and court costs. $100 public defender fees. Michael Harry Mohn. disorderly intoxication. four days CTS. $190 fine and court costs and $60 inves- tigati\e costs placed on lien. Adam Sambrano Ornelas. pos- session of drug paraphernalia, 60 days. $315 fine and court costs, $100 public defender fees. $100 investigative costs. $100 drug test fees. Andrew Judson Blanchard Jr.. domestic battery. 12 months proba- tion. 26-week batters intervention class, no weapons or firearms, no violent contact with victim. $667 fine and court costs. $100 public defender fees. $50 investigative costs. Ruben Elisondo, domestic bat- tery. one year in jail-suspended, probation one year. 26-week batters intervention class, no contact with victim. $667 fine and court costs, $50 investigative costs: violation of probation (original charges battery and assault), probation revoked, 105 days CTS. 'Roberto Gutierrez, criminal mis- chief, 35 days CTS, 190 court costs placed on lien, restitution to be set. Michelle Denise Marrero, petit theft. 60 days CTS, probation one year, stay out of store, $315 fine "and court costs, $100 public defender fees, $50 investigative -costs. SAlfredo Martinez Jr., domestic battery, estreated bond. Mary Jane Macias. violation of probation (original charge domestic battery), probation revoked, rein- state probation with condition of 60 days CTS. 12-week domestic vio- lence class, no alcohol or bars, no contact with victim. alcohol abuse evaluation and treatment, $60 investigative costs added to out- standing fines and fees. Joe Anthony Valdez, violation of probation (original charge battery). - probation revoked, 120 days CTS (concurrent with felony sentence outstanding fines and fees placed on lien. Justin Ashley Raulerson, posses- sion of drug paraphernalia, not prosecuted. Juan Avilez-Cruz. possession of alcohol by a person under 21. adju- dication withheld. $90 court costs. Gary Emerson McLeod. resisting arrest without force, ISO days icon- current), $190 court costs. William Robert Jones, posses- sion of marijuana and obstruction of a search warrant, adjudication withheld. probation 12 months. random drug tests. $315 fine and court costs. The following criminal cases were disposed of recently in county court. Dispositions are based on Florida Statutes, dri- ving record and facts concerning the case. Juan Avilez-Cruz, DUI, 12 months probation. license suspend- ed six months, alcohol abuse evalu- ation and treatment. DUI school, $885 fine and court costs. $100 public defender fees. 50 hours com- munity service: reckless driving, probation six months. $210 fine and court costs. Shane Eugene Barrington. dri- ving while license suspended (DWLS). $330 fine and court costs. Danny Delgado. DWLS, $227.50 fine and court costs. $100 public defender fees. Gary Emerson McLeod, DWLS and violation of probation (original charge DWLS'. probation revoked, 180 days CTS. $330 fine and court costs and $100 public defender fees added to outstanding fines and fees. Jesus Santiago Rojas. DUI, pro- bation 12 months, license suspend- ed six months. DUI school, $662.50 fine and court costs, $100 public defender fees. 60 hours com- munity service; no valid license, probation six months, $125 court costs. $50 investigative costs. Christopher Darnel Torres, DUI. probation 12 months, license sus- pended 12 months, ignition inter- lock six months. DUI school. $885 Be A Headliner! HARDEE LIVING DEADLINE IS MONDAY AT 5 PM. PUBLIC NOTICE The PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD meeting as the Hardee County Planning Agency will hold a public hearing on Thursday, July 07, 2005, 6:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter in the Board of County Commissioners Board Room 412 W. Orange St., Courthouse Annex, Rm. 102 Wauchula, Florida for the following request: Agenda No. 05-24 Terraventures, LLC by and through its Authorized Representative requests approval of a Rezone of 259MOL acres from A-1 (Agriculture) to F-R (Farm-Residential) for the development of single-family dwellings. On or abt Parnell Rd. 22 3427 0000 037200000 99MOL ac that part of NE1/4 of SW1/4 lying N &,E of graded rd.& NWI/4 of SE1l4 & NE1/4 of SEC114 LESS Com SE corn of N1/2 of S1/2 of Sec run N 89deg59min36sec W 2851.10 ft for POB N 89deg59min36sec W178.30 ft toW/ly R/W County rd N 34deg55min56sec W along r/W 611:45 ft S 88degl9min36sec E 586 ft S 00deg00min24sec 566.18ft to POB S22. T34S. R27E AND 2334270000025200000 160MOL ac SW1/4 S23 T34S 27E Roger Conley, Chairman, Planning/Zoning Board PUBLIC NOTICE The BQARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS will hold a Public Hearing to: receive;recommendations from the Planning/Zoning-Board on Thursday, July 14, 2005, 8:35 A.M. or as soon thereafter 412 W. Orange St. 'Courthouse Annex Room i02, Wauchula, FL for Agenda No. 05-24 - Gordon R. Norris, Chairman, Board of County Commissioners This is a Disabled-Accessible facility. Any disabled person needing to make special arrangements should contact the Building/Zoning Department at least two (2) working days prior'to the public hearing. This Pubjic.Notice is published ih accordance with.the Hardee County Land Development Code. Copies of the documents relating to these proposals are available for public inspection during weekdays between the hours of 8:30 AM. and 3:00 P.M. at the Zoning Department, 401 West Main Street, Wauchula, Florida. All interested.persons shall have the right to be heard. in rendering any decision t BiiaBdi shallrexispojyinfieestimon tlhatLs relevant and matelal. Although minutes of th0 Pdbli Hea1ings will, ib recoiidd, anyone wishing to appeal any decision made at the public hearings will need to ensure a verbatim record of the proceedings Is made by a court reporter. 06:23,30c fine and court costs, 50 hours com- munity service. Ricky Dean Willliams, DUI and DWLS, probation 12 months, license suspended six months, DUI school, $885 fine and' court costs, 50 hours community service. Timothy Merle Wolf Jr., DWLS, 20 days CTS, $330 fine and court costs placed on lien. Jose Guadalupe Zavala, DUI and no valid license, probation 12 months, license suspended six months, tag impounded 10 days, DUI school, $662.50 fine and court costs on first charge, $125 court costs on second, $100 public defender fees. 50 hours community service. Samuel Antonio Fabila, three counts DWLS, 10 days on first charge, 20 days on each of the other. $330 fine and court costs, $100 public defender fees. Bryant Alonzo Herrin. DUI DUI Smith property damage and three counts leaving the scene of an acci- dent with property damage, proba- tion one year, license suspended one year, random drug screens, no alcohol or bars, $662.50 fine and court costs, $50 investigative costs. 50 hours community service. Adam Sambrano Ornelas, DWLS and attaching tag not assigned, 60 days (concurrent with misdemeanor sentence), $330 fine and court costs. Kathryn Denise Sisum, DWLS, $330 fine and court costs, $40 pub- lic defender fee. Melhin Lewis, DWLS, 10 days in jail. $205 court costs, $40 public defender fee. Kris Sivertson. DWLS, 60 days, $330 fine and court costs. Tina Marie Spicciati, contempt of court (original charge DUI). 120 days CTS. Rene Cisneros. DWLS, dis- missed. Roman Martinez, DWLS, 30 days--10 suspended if obtain valid license. $330 fine and court costs. Leonardo Palacios, DWLS, 30 days-suspended, $330 fine and court costs. Dimas Vasquez Guardiola, viola- tion of probation (original charges DUI and DWLS), probation revoked, 120 days (concurrent to other sentences). CIRCUIT COURT The following civil actions were filed recently in the office of the circuit court: Felicitas S. Sanchez and DOR vs. Justino Macedo. petition for child support. 1301 Holding LLS vs. Jones Cattle and Citrus LLC and William "Bill" and Sandy Duncan, dam- ages. Damisha Carlton vs. Christopher Carlton, petition for injunction for protection. Erica Trevino vs. Christopher Carmona, petition for injunction for protection. Southwest Florida Water Management District vs. Carl Douglas Jr.. petition to enforce con- sent order. Ruby Olvera vs. Adolfo A. Salazar Jr.. petition for injunction for protection. Steven P. and B. J. Haney vs. Michael Cloud et al, damages. Darrell S. and Lisa Y. Johnston vs. Dale and Linda Miller, dam- - ages. Nicholson Supply Co. Inc. vs. Harrison Construction LLC and Roger M. Harrison II, damages. The following decisions on civil cases pending in the circuit court were handed recently by the cir- cuit court judge: Sylvia J. Walton and the state Department of Revenue (DOR) vs. Isaac D. Smith, child support order. Michelle Vermilye and William Clinton Vermilye. amended divorce order. Joseph J. Nolan vs. First Hardee Holding Corp. d/b/a First National Bank of Wauchula. corrected order. MidFlorida Federal Credit Union vs. James A. Boyette and Donna Boyetlle et al. judgment of mort- gage foreclosure. Richard Vernon Brown and Patti L. Brown, divorce. Myra Beth Crowden and William Bruce Crowden,.order. Wachovia Bank National Association vs. Kelvin Keith Schauer et al, judgment of mort- gage foreclosure. Stacey L. Linsdey and Kelvin D. Lindsey, divorce. The following felony criminal cases were disposed of last week by the circuit judge. Defendants have been adjudicated guilty unless .noted otherwise., When adjudication iis withheld, it is pending successful completion of probation. Sentences are pur- suant to an investigative report by and the recommendation of the..state .probation office and also stale sentencig guidelines. Final discretion is left'to the judge. Robert Bryan Ward, resisting an officer with violence and domestic battery, adjUidii cti"t withheld,-pro-. batifori-tw6 yaedr' $4'5'court costs, 50 hours community service; aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer with a weapon, not prosecuted. Edward Hernandez, violation of probatic (original charge posses- sion of rijuana with intent to sell), probation revoked, new 18- month term community control- house arrest, with same other con- ditions. Kevin Michael Browning, viola- tion of probation (original charges two counts sexual battery), proba- tion revoked, 15 years Florida State Prison, outstanding fines and fees due within one year of release. Shaun Timothy Casey, violation of probation (original charges three counts forgery, felony fleeing to elude a police officer, uttering a forged instrument and grand theft), violation affidavit withdrawn, pro- bation restored with same condt- tions. Jose Alejandro Lazo. felony bat- tery-reduced to lesser simple bat- tery, probation one year, no contact with victim. 5667 fine and court costs. Casey Lee McCall, felony flee- ing to elude a police officerproba- tion six months, license suspended one year, $500 fine, $415 court costs. 50 hours community service. Michael Rosales, violation of probation (original charges five counts grand theft), probation revoked, 15 months Florida State Prison, outstanding fines and fees due one year from release. Santos Alamia Jr.. violation of probation (original charge uttering a forged instrument), probation revoked, two years community control with same other conditions. Dario Chanay, battery on a law enforcement officer, not prosecut- ed, transferred to county court with filing of misdemeanor charges. Cynthia Marie Dickey, violation of probation (original charge pos- session of methamphetamine), pro- bation revoked. 18 months commu- nity control, license suspended two years, placement in inpatient treat- ment program. same other condi- tions. Juan Antonio Escobedo Jr.. resisting an officer with violence and disorderly intoxication, not prosecuted, transferred to county court with filing of misdemeanor charges. Samuel Antonio Fabila. forgery. uttering a forged instrument, grand theft and violation of probation (original charges burglary of a dwelling and uttering a forged instrument), probation revoked. 18 months community control. $500 fine, $415'court costs, $115 public defended fees and $587.86 restitu- tion added to outstanding fines and fees. Ronald Hache, possession of cocaine and DUI, 120 days in jail CTS, evaluation and treatment, DUI school, license suspended two years, tag impounded 30 days, 50 hours community service. Angel Espinoza Hernandez, pos- session of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia, adjudication withheld, 18 months drug offender probation, evaluation and treatment, no alcohol or drugs or contact with people with drugs, make valid effort to get license, $415 court costs,. $115 public defender fees, 50 hours community service. Bryant Alonzo Herrin, violation of probation (original charges two counts grand theft, burglary of a structure and dealing in stolen property), probation revoked, two years community control with out- patient treatment and same other conditions. Florence Lorraine Huffman, two counts petit theft, Tiot prosecuted, transferred to county court with fil- ing of misdemeanor charges; two counts dealing in stolen property. not prosecuted. Pao Tue Lee. iolation of proba- tion (original charge possession of cocaine), probation revoked, 18 months community control with condition of in-patient treatment, remain in jail until a bed available. Scott Michael McLeod. violation of probation (original charges two counts possession of methampheta- mine, possession of a firearm by a felon and driving while license sus- pended). probation revoked, two years community control with con- dition of inpatient treatment. remain in jail until a bed available. Christopher Shannon Reas. felony battery, two years communi- ty control, evaluation and treat- ment, anger management class, no - contact with victim. $500 fine. $415 court costs. $115 public defender fees Nicholas Arnold Schock, posse- sion of drug paraphernalia, one year drug offender probation, no drugs or association with people who do drugs, warrantless search and seizure. evaluation and treat- ment, curfew, $190 court costs. $115 public defender fees: posses- sion of cocaine and possession of alcohol by a person under 21. not prosecuted. Derrick Smalls. possession of cocaine and violation of probation (original charge possession of cocaine), probation revoked, license suspended two years, drug offender conditions continued, $415 court costs, $115 public defender fees and 100 hours com- munity service added to outstand- ing fines and fees. Lawrence Smith, grand theft,, burglary and violation of probation (original charges burglary of struc- ture and grand theft of a firearm), probation revoked, one year in jail CTS, $500 fine, $415 court costs: and $75 public defender fees added to outstanding fines and fees due. within one year of release. Juan Jose Tamayo, possession of: methamphetamine, 12 months pro- bation, license suspended two years, evaluation and treatment, no alcohol or drugs, curfew, $100 fine, $415 court costs, $75 public defender fee. The following real estate trans-- actions of $10,000 or more were filed recently in the office of the clerk of court: William R. Waters Jr. to Juan F.? Ruiz, $300.000. Tami J. Saunders to William and: Kristen Albritton, $91,000. Junior M. Archer, Ste\en M Carpenter and Noev A. Flores to. Joe J. Leija, $84,500. Malone D. Jr. and Judy G. Himrod to Aaron E. and Jessica A. Presley, $377,500. Gary W. Sheffield. Glenda Jones and Karen Hart to Harold C. Howze Jr., $97.000. Jacobson Auction Co. Inc to Gary Jr. and Donna E. Roberts. $242,000. Elmer and Patricia Shackelford to Amarilys and Osnaldo Paula. $50.000. SalmaYounes and Brandon E. Bryan to Carolyn F. Ableman. $320,000. James D. Hill to Jose L. Montoya and Stephanie A. Esquivel, $74,900. Jacobson Auction Co. Inc. to John R. Rea Jr., $140.000. Gray Epps Jr. and Belva Lee Vance as trustees to James E. and. Laura Singleton. $85.000. Jacobson Auction Co. Inc. to Rajumari Sethi, $120,000. John A. Stephens Jr. and Manuel Lopez to Benjamin K. Norris, $120.000. Manuel and Shelley K. Lopez to Benjamin K. Norris, $154,000. William and Hilda Perry to Alberto Sosa, $23,000. The Hardee County Board of County Commissioners along with the City of Wauchula proudly present the 2005 independence Day Fireworks Display Fireworks will begin at 9:00 p.m. S::- Located at: ir Hardee County Pioneer Park, : . SR 64 & Hwy.17 l 'ly Zolfo Springs, F.. FL ry Boy Scout Troop #813 will be Selling BBQ quarter chicken dinners including cole slaw, baked beans, bread and drink for $5.00 from 4:00p.m.-8:oop.m. at the parks Recreation Building. SHot Dogs will also be available. No Personal Fireworks or Sparklers will be allowed in the park All park rules will be enforced by the Hardee Co. Sheriffs office. 6 23,30" -,/ -. ; ,,. , I June 30, 2005, The Herald-Advocate 5C E9. $5,000 CASH BACK $2,500 MORE THAN CHEVY TRAILBLAZER** 0% TAPR FOR60 MONTHS PLUS S2,000 TOTAL CASH BACK*** 2005 FORD EXPLORER CASH BACK 2,000 MORE THAN CHEVYTAHOE** U 0% WAPR i FOR 60 MONTHS PLUS $2,000 TOTAL CASH BACK*** 2005 FORD EXPEDITION .~2AI ~L. 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For cash back, Bonus Cash and APR, take new retail delivery from dealer stock by 7/5/05. *""$22,840 MSRP on 2005 Ford Five Hundred SE. Average of prices after $1,300 total'casRh back based on a shopping survey of Orlando Region dealers. Some prices higher, some lower. Taxes, title and registration fees extra. See dealer for their price. For cash back, take new retail delivery from dealer stock by 7:5/05 Residency restrictions apply See dealer for details. *Buy or lease a new Ford truck iRanger. F-150. Super Duty) and get your choice ofa premium package from The Hone6 2 (Outdoor Living Package. Power Package. Storage Package, or Outdoor Mainlenance Package up to an $870.00 value is based on Storage Pa.ckage M S R.P. plus shipping and handling), or a $500 Gift Cird fro!i The Home Depot. TaKe new retail delivery from dealer stock by 8/01.05. See dealer for complete details. The Home Depot and The Home Depot logo are registered Irademarks .it Homer TLC. Inc. 'I,, J - * 2005 FORD FIVE HUNDRED SE '' 1 ": I .i '' "~ ~, ~:r"li i: ..i .ir ~: :.: / >--i .Cli 6C The Herald-Advocate, June 30, 2005 I know of a place where the water is like glass, the snowy sands dance, and the fish play hide and seek among submerged forests. Where you can float on gentle currents and feel as though you are flying over flowing water-filled skies of aqua blue. A place where the water is so cold and the scenery so beautiful, that you are left breathless. A place that will beckon to you, even once you have returned home. It seems this river learns your name, and whispers for your return. RAINBOW SPRINGS Rainbow Springs State Park, near Ocala, was named for the brilliant bluish-colored spring waters of the Rainbow River. Interestingly, the State Park and campgrounds are in separate locations. The campground is about six miles from the state park, but the park is only about a one-mile paddle from the camping area. Reminiscent of a KOA, and previously privately owned, the camp- ground is now part of the Florida Park Service. There is a small visitor's center, modem restrooms, and a heated swimming pool. The entry station offers grocery items, souvenirs,.snacks, ice and ice cream bars. Campsites include water and electric hookups, and some have sewer connections! Divided into an upper and lower section, there are restrooms on both sides. The upper area is a converted grassy field, closely located to the pool, laundry facilities, playground and visitor's center. The lowei sec- As your locks begin to grow, You wonder, "Where is Wanda, Oh no!" I have a brand new place you see, It's green and oh, so lovely. 13t So come and let me meet you there, i SI'll take care of your hair and nail care. 13t 13t I would like to invite all myfriends and S" customers 11 To come see me at my new home: 13t 1 Wanda's Hair and Nail Designs 1 175 Manley Road i 13t Wauchula I 863-773-3801 S. 6:23,30c -Legal HoIiday Notice We will be closed Monday, July 4, 2005 in observance of Independence Day Pa r " Please transact your business with Sus with that in mind. WAUCHULA STATE BANK -. :Wauchula, Bowling Green, ard 1Zofo Springs t o"1 '.- :1, 6:30c tion is mostly dirt base, under trees and close to the river. Your, personal preferences will determine which to choose, and all amenities are within a short walk to both. Future plans to revamp sites with vegetation barriers will improve on the lack of privacy, but this isn't really a bother since the river will swallow most of your daylight hours. A' canoe/kayak outfitter is conveniently located at the base of the camping area, which hugs the edge of the river. Bring your own gear or rent theirs. There is a small fishing and swimming area, with concrete steps to help the hesitant enter the icy water. This is fun to experience and also to watch, but beware the sometimes-offensive language that springs from the lips of the uninitiated. Guard little ears carefully! Our vacation began with a blissful 45-minute paddle, suitable even for a novice, up the wide, crystal clear river to the headspring. The Rainbow River spawns from a spring that gushes an average of 462 million gallons a day! The water is breathtaking, both in view and temperature. At a cool 70-odd degrees, it will chill and thrill you all at the same time! While pad- dling, you'll see fish, turtles, gently waving vegetation and slabs of lime- stone below, to a depth of about 20 feet! In portions where there is a lack of vegetation, the water is a. shocking shade of aqua blue. Gliding along, you'll view beautiful homes on one side, and "The REAL Florida" on the other. We saw anhingas, several species of turtles and river otters, and heard that a small gator was swimming downstream. The numbing coolness of the water made us wonder, and we never did see him. Local teens jumping out of treetops into the deep pools of the river assured us that at night the Rainbow was full of gators. When you arrive at the headsprings, the river swells to twice its size. Paddle in and dock your canoe so you can visit the state park. Once popular privately owned attraction dating back to the 1930s, it is now state protected. Winding, historic brick-paved paths, garden-like vegetation and cascading waterfalls reminded us of a more mountainous version of Cypress Gardens in Winter Haven. Gazebos are tucked into shady ledges, offering relaxing views of tall waterfalls. Reflecting pools, and tiny streams flow under several of the walkways. Deep shade and bright green ferns are accessorized by colorful ornamentals. There's also a great gift shop, nice snack bar, picnic pavilions and beautiful views of the headsprings. A large, grassy hillside is perfect for picnickers basking in the sun after an invigorating swim. The large sky-blue headspring-pool appears to be just a few feet deep. Upon further inspection, or should I say, immersion, we realized.that it was at least six feet deep. Due to the depth and cold tem- peratures, we quickly decided that the reasonably priced "fun noodles" flotation devices at the gift shop would be a good purchase. Our daughter is .an accomplished swimmer and insisted that she didn't need it, but the cold water quickly fatigued her. The, noodles helped keep our numbed bodies afloat as we made our way back to the entry platform. Lifeguards were on duty the weekend we visited, but I'd recommend that you either bring or purchase these upon arriving at the park. Inflatable float devices are not per- mitted, so leave those blow-up items at home. Soon we paddled back down the river and did some snorkeling. Getting into the water became easier as theweek went on. Whether this was due to warmer air temperatures or a psychological adjustment, I really can't say. What I can tell you is that the water, fish and limestone are stunning. We loved seeing the "boii ng" sand pools on the river bottom as the spring water bubbled up. Chasing fish around submerged tree roots was fun, especially when you would see turtles too. Floating out to where the river bottom plum- mets, you can see perfectly clear to depths of 20 feet or so. Here and there, rocky caves gush even colder- water. Once our daughter was too chilled to snorkel anymore we headed back to the campground for a swim in the pool. When the pool closed at 7 p.m., we grilled steaks and enjoyed dinner by firelight. As darkness fell, the wood- Letter To Editor Gossiping About Others' Sins Harms Our Spiritual Walk Dear Editor: Do you know what an epiphany is ? For me it's when God turns a light bulb on in my head and illu- minates what is keeping me from getting.close to Him. Several weeks ago I was busily talking about someone who was causing me frustration when an epiphany happened. Our sins, my sins, are no, less equal to another person's sins: I use the term sins to include all transgressions, that we 'feel are wrpng behaviors or wrong actions taken by someone. When we open our hearts to speak about: a person's forgiven sins'from the past or sins even now, we are not forgiven or our own sins anymore (Matthew 6:15).' Why? Because, all sins being equal, the former adilteress/adulterer can't fairly tell things about a former, thief, and a former fornicator can't speak evil against a forgiven nur- derer (Matthew 18:21-35) (Luke 6:37) (John 8:7-11). I know we all like to be careful but no one knows our hearts but God, and we certainly do not know anybody else's heart. You may have even genuinely, felt it was must- know information. To inform an uninvolved person about another person's past encom- passes the belief that God was unable to forgive the other person. That in turn casts a shadow of doubt on whether we ourselves are forgiven. We can't be more forgiv- SCHOOL BOARD OF HARDEE COUNTY, FLORIDA / 1009 North 6m Avenue. '- .- Wauchula. Florida 33873 (863) 773- 9058 ext. . RENTAL PROPERTY NEEDED FOR TEACHERS NTA eR TY D ORT 'Citizens of Hardee County: The Florida Constitution's Class Size Reduction Amendment is requiring us to hire more classroom teachers each year. Our district staff has been able to recruit many potential teachers who would love to teach in Hardee County. However, we may lose some of these teachers to other counties because we have very few places for these fine teachers to live. The future of our community depends upon us attracting and retaining quality teachers for our children. If you would be interested 'in renting to a Hardee County school teacher this next school year, please contact me personally at 773-9058 ext 1. Your continued help and support would be greatly appreciated. SSincerely, . ~~ ~ i ".n .'^^ / it1 ,, Pennis Jones Superintendent of Schools 615o.7'rC ' en than someone else. : We add slander thid gossip to our list of transgressions while we are busily talking about actions that belong to somebody else's life. I've heard.it expressed before, and I've recently started diligently trying this: the more we pray for someone the less likely we are to criticize. SI'm a work in progress like everyone else. So why am I admit- ting to God's accusation to ime in w writing? I want to let \ou know that. God has great plans for our lives. What a shame it is that we could kno%\ingly throw them away by assuming that God loves another person less than he loves us. We seem- to assume to believe we deserve to,be forgiven more than others are, anrd, as we think and feel this way, we drift farther from God and his protections. I'm here to say that God. says don't destroy your relationship with Christ by dredging up some- one else's sins, that ou know of or maybe have only heard of When, :we. have, unforgiving hearts our own sins aren't that far removed. C.R. Faulkner Wauchula COURTESY PHOTO Kimber and Dorothy Harris "hang out" on the Rainbow River. ed edge of the campground became lit by perhaps millions of blinking green lights. The fireflies stayed close to the tree line, but we managed to catch a few in ajar to enjoy. All too soon, it was time to let them go and get back on the road to home. Wanting to go? Rainbow Springs State Park is located three miles north of Dunnellon on the east side of U.S. 41. Contact the state park at (352) 465-8555 or view : the website at www.FloridaStateParks.org. The gift shop is very nice and offers souvenirs, gifts, guidebooks, and children's items. The snack bar offers heat-and-eat sandwiches, pizza, snacks, ice cream, cold drinks and more. Both are run by the Friends of Rainbow Springs, a Citizen Support Organization. Hours are subject to change from those posted, so call ahead or be prepared just in case. Helpful hint: "Fun noodles" cost about $3 each. Credit and debit cards are accepted in the gift shop, but not the adjacent snack bar, so be sure to bring some cash for eats and drinks-after swiinming you'll want both! Rainbow Springs campground is located on S.W. 180th Avenue Road about two miles north of County Road 484 and two miles south of State Road 40. For reservations, call 800-326-3521 or go online at; www.ReserveAmerica.com. Dragonfly Watersports -(outfitter located at base of campground, on the river) (352) 489-3046. Rentals and sales of canoes, kayaks, tubes, and inflatable boats Paddling accessories, supplies, etc. Helpful hints: No disposable containers (plastic soda/drink bottles, food wrappers, baggies; etc.) of any kind are allowed on the river, so bring appropriate con- tainers for any food, drinks, medications, etc. that you intend to take with you. Be A Headliner! D HARDEE LIVING DEADLINE IS MONDAY AT 5 P.M. PREVENGAMOS LA DIABETES... Prso Si usted tiene sobrepeso, corre riesgo de tener diabetes tipo 2. La diabetes tipo 2 es una enfermedad grave, pero usted puede evitarla o retardarla. Pierda un poco de peso. Haga 30 minutes de ejercicio umoderado 5 'ias S a la semana. Coma alimentos saludables. STome el primer paso. Hable con su doctor. Para obtener mis informaci6n, Ilame al 1-800-438-5383 o visit www.ndep.nih.gov en Interniet. 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Meade Area 7 73 -4101 www.wellsinasurance.com ~3~-~c3! ~LI ~L I 3 24ric June 30, 2005, The Herald-Advocate 7C This week in history, as researched and compiled by Bess Allen Stallings from the archival pages of The Florida Advocate, the Hardee County Herald and The Herald-Advocate of... 50 YEARS AGO Robert Gibson, manager of the Community Ice and Storage Co., was installed as president of the Hardee County Junior Chamber of Commerce at a dinner-dance meet- ing Tuesday night. Gibson and the other officers installed for the coming year were installed by James Cowart, vice president of Florida's Sixth District. Others installed were: Robert Ray Smith, first vice president; Bedford Prescott, second vice president; J.W. Perdue, secretary; and Millard ' Brock, treasurer. Directors installed to serve were Kay Silverman, Eugene Lanier and Gene Brock. The installation ceremony fol- lowed a dinner served the Jaycees and their ladies at the Wauchula Cafeteria in the Wauchula Hotel. Following the installation ceremo- ny, the group adjourned to the Hardee Memorial Youth Center where dancing was enjoyed to the music of Jimmy Eller and his Highlanders. From the "Methodist Church Notes" column: -Mr. and Mrs. Harry Metheny, with the aid of Mr. Mitchell Hope, gave the youth of the church a chicken barbecue at their home north of Wauchula Thursday evening. All attending reported a very fine evening of fellowship. -The walls are going up on the new parsonage on Illinois Avenue and also the youth wing, back of the church. Mr. Turner Himrod, con- tractor, and his fine staff of workers will speed the work to completion of which the church members will be proud. -It should not be long before the old parsonage on Seventh Avenue can be moved and the ground work for the new Fello\wship Hall can be started. These projects will cost something like $70,000.00 and will be an asset to the church and community. There will be.a cemetery work- ing at the Fort Green Methodist Cemetery;.on Saturday, July 2nd. Everyone rhat has loved ones there are .urged to come and help clean the cemetery up. From the "Local Paragraphs" col- umn: -Mr. and Mrs. O.B. Stansell and children, Linda Lou and Buddy, and Mrs. Georgia McAleer will leave Sunday for Bradenton Beach for a vacation. They will have as their guests Mrs. Stansell's brother, M.J. Bradley and Mrs. Bradley of Atlanta, Ga. -Mrs. Dorothy Chambless and son, Raymond, returned home Wednesday from a several weeks trip which covered 8,000 miles. They were joined in Little Rock, Ark., by their relatives, Mr. and Mrs. C.E. Stewart. They toured 19 Western states and Vancouver, Canada. Enroute home they stopped in West, Miss., for a visit with Mr. and Mrs. Fred Craft. -Mrs. Odessa Crawford has had as guests for a couple of weeks her daughter and son-in-law, Dr. and Mrs. R.A. Rogers and their daugh- ter, Linda Gail Barlow, of Wilmington, Del., and another daughter, Mrs. Francis J. Keeler and children, Carol and Terry of Glenburnie, Md. -Thomas Carlton, Denny Crews, William Reynolds Allen and Kenneth Stanton left Thursday for a Key Club Summer Camp at Congo, Ill. -Dr. Stanley Reeves left Monday for Bowling Green, Ky., to visit his mother, who is 91 years old. Mrs. Reeves is visiting her rel- atives in Georgia. -Clarence Bowman, principal of the Warwick (Ga.) High School, is spending the summer at his home here. -Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell Hope and children, Michele, Keith and Mary, are spending their vacation at Lake Placid. -Mrs. F.L. Revell and Mrs. Dwight Prince visited Mrs. Hattie Revell, who is a patient in St. Joseph's Hospital in Tampa Wednesday. -Miss Joanne Revell and Miss Annette Wilkerson are visiting Miss Revell's relatives, Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Abbott and family of Savannah, Ga., for a few days. -Mr. and Mrs. Robert Pierce and daughters, Miss Bobbie and Mrs. Jackie See, returned home Tuesday from Goldsboro, N.C., where they visited relatives for two weeks. 25 YEARS AGO After considering the matter for a month, Gov. Bob Graham finally chose Lewis Pace to fill out the unexpired term of Brian Pappas' school board position until the-fall election. Pace said he was officially noti- fied of the appointment by one of the governor's aides Tuesday morn- ing. Pace, 53, a grove owner, citrus buyer and manager of Popash Citrus Harvesters, said he was "real honored and pleased to be appoint- ed." Mrs. Virginia Bond (pictured on Page One) is now certified as a dis- aster preparedness coordinator for Hardee County. She recently attended an Emergency Manage- ment Career Development Program prepared by FEMA Region IV and Valdosta State College Regional Training Support Program. Also pictured on Page One are a couple of enterprising young ladies, Erica Carson and Lee Jones, who served ice cold lemonade to hot and thirsty Main Street shoppers during the sweltering heat last Tuesday. Patronizers paid 25 cents per cup for their refreshing drink. (Photo by Bess Stallings) The "Firecracker Special" Tabloid inserted in this week's paper was the result of an idea of Sports Editor Luther Colbert. The tabloid has programs of Independence Day activities'at the three municipalities, Bowling Green, Wauchula and Zolfo Springs. Mr. and Mrs. Otto B. Grimes (pictured)celebrated their 61st anniversary on Sunday, June 1. The day began with 10 family members attending services togeth- er at the First Baptist Church in Wauchula where the Rev. Herschel Creasman recognized the honor couple and their family. Family pic- tures were taken after the services and the family journeyed to Bartow for dinner at John's Restaurant. Children of the couple are Mrs. Frank (Faye) Hariusch of Bowling 'Green, Mrs. Elna Moore of Wauchula; Mrs. Carl (Era Nell) Henson of Alexandria, Va.; Miss Mary Kathryn Grimes of Arcadia; Murry Grimes of Wauchula; Fred Grimes of Morristown, Tenn.; and Lt. Ray Grimes with the Florida Highway Patraolin Miami. Miss Pamela Ann Spears was on the Dean's List for the spring quar- I a Bc We ter at Florida State University. Pam is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Spears of Wauchula. The Senior Citizens met at the Zolfo Springs Civic Center for a covered dish luncheon at noon on June 9. The newly elected officers were introduced. They are Mrs. Zelma McDaniels, president; Mrs. Eula Brummett, vice-president; Mrs. Lois Sloane, secretary; Mrs. Lora Brewer, treasurer; Mrs. Lillian Boyette, chaplain; Paul Nobles, hospitality; and Mrs. Gladys Fulkerson, publicity and historian. From "Golfin' 'N Fishin'" by Ben Whitaker: John Terrell and Jerry Kapusta were first-place winners in the smoker on June 24. Paul McGrady and Joe Davis finished second. Closest to the pin on No. 4, Maurice Gilliard and on No. 8 John Terrell. The team of Doyle Carlton III, Harold Licht, Dewey Whidden and James Wells were-the winners in the pro-am on June 25. Individual win- ners, A-Bruce Thompson, B-J.B. Belflower, C-Harold Licht adn D- James Wells. Closest to the pin on No. 8, J.B. Belflower. The winning team in the scramble on June 26, B.J. Lewelling, Hollis Coker and Jeff Alday. This team won after a three-hole playoff in the dark. Closest to the pin on No. 4, Bobby Cooper and on No. 8, Bill Crews. 10 YEARS AGO Tentative plans to build a new fire station at the industrial park site off U.S. 17 north of Wauchula drew unanimous approval of county commissioners last week. "It's the long-term plan we need," said Chief David Sloan, head of the county's fire and rescue department presently housed at 104 N. Fourth Ave. in Wauchula, just north of the City Hall. The county took over fire service from the city on Oct. 1, 1987, and merged it with the county ambu- lance department, which had been quartered on Hanchey Road. Building there now would present a lot of problems. It promises to be the biggest birthday bash ever thrown in Hardee County. It happens on Tuesday, July 4th, as residents pause from the work-a- day would to celebrate the birth of a nation along with the birth of this state. July 4th is, of course, Independence Day, but it also marks local observance of the Florida Sesquicentennial, the state's 150th year. A huge dual celebration is planned. Pictured on Page One at Pioneer Park, where the event will be held, are organizers Warren May Jr., Ray McClellan and Ted Hite. They are planning for the deployment of a grand fireworks display. The Florida Department of Transportation during May and early June did extensive work in clearing and cleaning the old rail- road right-of-way within the Wauchula city limits. Wauchula Mayor Henry Graham requested the work be done. (He is pictured looking at the recently- cleaned right-of-way on the south end of Wauchula.) Wauchula Police Chief Joe Brock said the work will reduce crime in the area. From "Fort Green News" by Mrs. Tom Cooper: -John Mark and Amy (Davis) Brown are the proud parents of a lit- tle girl born June 21, 1995, in Bartow Hospital. Her name is Rebeka Rain. -Sylvia Hovind and Rilla Silverman visited Rilla's mother in Bartow Sunday afternoon. Then they visited Mildred Abbott in the Lakeland hospital. -Charles and Lynda Abbott and children and grandchildren enjoyed a week's vacation on Lake Placid. 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Offer not available for certificate renedals Deposits are insured up to 1100.000 through NCUA You .11 ha" the option at 36 months to bump up your dividends to the prevailing rate of a MIDFLORIDA 60-month certificate for remainder of the initial certificate term however this is solely your respo.ns.bility and you ;ill not be notified of the 3f-mc.nth optional bump up date. You will have thirty (30) days from the thirty-sixth (36th) month anniversary of your certificate to request your interest rate adjustment A 55 00 minimum savings account is required for membership with MIDFLORIDA Federal Credit Union. Fees may reduce earnings. This offer is not open to institutional investments. 6:16c -- recently returned from a 15 day vacation overseas. Judy and Gayle flew to Copenhagen, Denmark, and met Jan, who lives in Raleigh, N.C., where she is on the staff at North Carolina State University. While she attended a seed confer- ence, one of the highlights of Judy ; and Gayle's walking tour of the city was visiting the gravesite of the Danish author, Hans Christian. Andersen. The trio then took the ferry over to Sweden to continue on to Osolo, Norway, and on to Lillehammer, the site of the 1994 Olympics. Their tour included touring the fjords. -Jim, Bess and Meredith Stallings traveled to DeLand on Friday for two days of meetings., Jim and Bess serve on the board of,, trustees for Stetson University's Alumni Association. On Friday evening they visited with former Wauchula resident, Patricia Rowell, daughter of Max and Marybelle Campbell. Patricia's husband, Lee, also serves on Stetson's Alumni Board. He is an administrator with the Orange County School System. -"Three weeks down and three to go" Those are the thoughts of teenager Doug Bass as he recuper- ates from back surgery on June 3 at , Tampa General Hospital. Doug, who is "doomed" to be a patient at least three more weeks, is ' the son of Wayne and Roselind . Bass of Wauchula. He would appre- 'i ciate letters, cards and phone calls while he is away from home. ~. n .r. ri ~-C~ 1 it~ :6+ 8C The Herald-Advocate, June 30, 2005 U ; i . A Trusted Family Name Since 1906 Dennis and Deborah Robarts, Owners Peace River Growers -Wllol esale Nursery Donnis Barber (863) 735-0470 3521 N. Nursery Rd. Wats: 1-800-533-1363 Zolfo Springs PIONEER MEDICAL CENTER & STAFF Wishing :yo u Safe and Happy 4th ofj uly! 515 Carlton St., Wauchula 773-6606 The Hardee County Board of County Commissioners along with the City of Wauchula proudly present the 2005 Independence Day Fireworks Display Fireworks will begin at 9:00 p.m. Located at: ,'i^ Hardee County Pioneer Park I SR 64 &Hwy. 17 Zolfo Springs, Fl. Boy Scout Troop #813 will be selling BBQ quarter chicken dinners including Scole slaw, baked beans, bread and drink for $5.00 from 4:00p.m.-8:op.m. at the parks Recreation Building. Hot Dogs will also be available. No Personal Fireworks or Sparklers will be allowed in the park. All park rules will be enforced by the Hardee Co. Sheriffs office. With pride and grati- tude, brave we salute the men and women of Hardee County cur- rently serving in our Armed Forces. As you continue to defend lib- erty, freedom and jus- tice far from home, our prayers are with } and gratitude Ir\I AIL ERIICA Syv .A 4 ,/i Wishing every American a safe and happy Independence Day! Brant Funeral Chapel 404 W. Palmetto St. Wauchula 773-9451 S- America ~ nd the men and women who serve to protect us all! Hill's Auto world owlin Green 4Quick Lube Everybody Needs a Whopper on the 4th! Hwy. 17 South, Wauchula 4 FLORIDA HOSPITAL Visit our web site at www.fhhd.org FUNERAL HOMES Central Pump ^ and Irrigation, Inc. Computer Designed ( I\ Irrigation Systems for Yards, SGroves and Row Crops Repairs for House Pumps to Larger Turbines & Irrigation Supplies Ronald Henderson S2318 E. Main St., Wauchula, FL 33873 773-6259 Celebate reed - I I ------= I I ~L II I = s, -I ~d;z~t~ 9 (a , U4- |