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e-Season -go ae Herald-Advocate Hardee County's Hometown Coverage 105th Year, No. 36 3 Sections, Pages 32 Thursday, August 18, 2005 -e4 r Stadium Wil Be Ready For First Home Game By JOAN SEAMAN Of The Herald-Advocate Wildcat Stadium has a new look, with fresh painting and-a new logo. Expected to be ready for the first home game of the season on Sept. 2 against Fort Meade, the stadium is getting final renovations this week. A few minor things may take a bit longer, due to backlogged orders. In a letter to Deputy Schools Superintendent Rocky Kitchens last week (see copy), engineer Oris L. Voigtmann said, "In our profes- sional opinion, the stadium is as structurally sound as it was before the hurricane damage." . Voigtmann told the School Board in' December, "Contrary to rumor or misinformation going around, the concrete stadium did not move. It stood up quite well from such a high-velocity hurricane." He said the concrete bleachers had lasted over 35 years since the stadium was completed Nov. 28, 1968. The concrete seating is of the same durability as the Dallas-Fort Worth Stadium build in 1958 and the Raymond James Stadium in Tampa. "It's one of the best built stadiums I've seen." .Voigtmann said there were only two areas of damage, primarily caused by the large light standard which was blown over into the upper rows of seats in the reserved. section. Some weld plates were See STADIUM 2A PHOTO BY RALFH HARRISON Freshly painted Wildcat Stadium sports new design on its logo as the Cats get ready to rumble in first home game against Fort Meade on Sept. 2. $7 Million Hurricane Grant To Aid Moderate-Income Residents fBy JOAN SEAMAN -.Of The Herald-Advocate ,,Hurricane recovery dollars keep rolling in;, this time it's $7 million to repair or replace housing. Janet Gilliard, director of the Community Development Office (CDO), presented the special new $7 million program to the Hardee Counts Commission last week for its approval, which was unanimous. I Hurricane Housing Reco\ery (HHR) dollars can be used for extremely low income (ELI) to moderate income households, based on the. county's average median income of $37,600. Of the $7 million, $5.9 million is designat- ed for use of all income levels, while $1.184 million can only be used for ELI homeowners. Gilliard said a Hurricane Housing Work Group was formed by Gov. Jeb Bush last fall to review long-term housing needs and make recommendations for a one-time grant. Money for it was included in the 2005-06 state budget. The work group decided local communities can best decide how to use HHR monies and recom- . mended the money be allocated according to need. Hardee ranked second (74.10 percent) to DeSoto County (64.30, %) of total housing damage. Of the 5,570 units damaged 'in Hardee County, 61.70 percent, or 3,741 single-family homes were dam- aged. Multi-family homes had 193 units damaged, 36.5 percent of such homes. Manufactured homes damaged were 1,626, 77.40 per- cent, highest of the six-county southwest Florida group, which also included. Okeechobee, Charlotte, Polk and Highlands counties. Eligibility for the grant monies is according to income and number of people in the household. Income levels begin with ELI at 30 percent of median income, $9,100 for one See HURRICANE 3A Molestation Alleged FATAL COLLISION By CYNTHIA KRAHL Arturo Trevino Castillo. of 780 Of The Herald-Advocate Martin Luther King. Jr. Ave., A 30-year-old Wauchula man has appeared in Hardee Circuit Court been accused of molesting a 10- for arraignment. on Tuesday. He year-old child. pleaded not guilty to' the first- degree felony charge of lewd . molestation. Castillo is being represented byW See ALLEGED 2A No Election A. 01 By JIM KELLY , Of The Herald-Advocate There will not be a city election 'in Bowling Green on Sept. 27 because only two candidates filed Sto run for the two City Commission Castillo seats available. City Commission member Perry Knight, who is also mayor, will', WEATR. automatically be on the commis-. WEATHER :', f fG '_ dRt sion for another three years because .'. fS..'.".-. ,'74 al of no opposition. ' 't ... as ,75 o.o4. Randy Mink, a former City 2. ,.,.. ,.6 0o.oo Commission member and mayor, 08/ ... 95 74 oo ill also be awarded a three-year !.,0"*4. '., 7 o seat on the commission due to no o061 s94. 7- o.01 .'iS 5 76'. .1 opponent. Incumbent Woody X.Bg -Ratunei l 08/os6-45a43 Caligan decided not to run for re- s. ...-i pere st yearM 35.63 election. '1 1 nu. Average 3.6 Qualifying for the planned elec- f.e ..u,,. ,., ....- oMR..nM C9uc tion was all last week at the City ,Hall. ^ INDEX The new term of office begins in Classifieds 6B October. A pair of vehicles collided Community Calendar. 7A Qualifying fees for office were Gonzales, 44, of 1818 Reil SCourthouse Renort..... $28. Commission members are Angela Marina Newman, 1 Courhousim e eport ........ 6C paid $150 a month. Franza Jr. said Gonzales f SCrime Blotter.................11A The commission meets the sec- pickup truck overturned at SHardee Living.................2B nd Tuesday of every month at 7 Fire-Rescue personnel ar Information Roundup....3A p.m. at City Hall. Other commis- address, and Richard Nici Obits 4A sion members are Fern, Gibson, was treated and released, School Lunch Menus....4B David' Durastanti and Richard Gonzales died at the scene S : Barone. Memorial services will beJ PHOTO BY RALPH HARRISON d just off Center Hill Road late Monday afternoon. According to Florida Highway Patrol reports, Isidro 1 Road, Wauchula, was driving a 2002 Ford pickup north on Center Hill Road shortly before 5 p.m. when 9, of 4627 Alderman Road, Bowling Green, was driving west on CR 664 in a 1999 Plymouth. Tpr. Joseph ailed to stop at a stop sign and, entered the intersection directly in the path of Newman's vehicle. The nd ejected its driver, while the Plymouth came to rest on the north shoulder of CR 664. Hardee County e shown extricating Newman and her passengers, Jose Luis Aguilar, 18, also of the Alderman Road iols, 22, of 5112 Minor Ave., .Bowling Green. All three were airlifted to Tampa General Hospital. Aguilar while Newman was listed in serious condition and Nichols in critical condition on Tuesday evening. ie. He became the sixth fatality on Hardee County roads this year. He leaves a wife and two daughters. held at First Baptist Church of Bowling Green tomorrow (Friday) at 7 p.m. '4 "- Story: The Woman ho .Taungh lano :. .C.JMouser 9A The I I A .0 105th Year, No. 36 3 Sections, Pages 32 I - ( ') TH 2A The Herald-Advocate, August 18, 2005 The Herald-Advocate Hardee County's Hometown Coverage JAMES R. KELLY Publisher/Editor CYNTHIA M. KRAHL Managing Editor JOAN M. SEAMAN Sports Editor BESS A. STALLINGS Hardee Living Editor ,115 S. Seventh Ave. P.O. Box 338 . Wauchula, FL 33873 RALPHH HARRISON Production Manager NOEY DE SANTIAGO Asst. Production Manager Phone: (863) 773-3255 Fax: (863) 773-0657 Published weekly on Thursday at Wauchula, Florida. by The. Herald-Advocate Publishing Co.. Inc.-Periodical Postage paid at U.S. Post Office, Wauchula. FL 33873 .(USPS 578-780), "Postmaster." send address changes to: The Herald-Advocate, P.O. Box 338. Wauchala. FL 33873. DEADLINES: . Schools Thrsday 5 p.m. SI. SportS Monday noon Hardee Living -'Monday 5 p-m. General New Monday 5 p.m. S Ads Tuesday noon J LETTERS: "The Herald-Advocate welcomes letters to the-editor on matters of public interesL Letters should be brief, and must be written in good taste, signed and include a daytime pbon6. number. SUBMISSIONS: Press releases on community matters are welcome. Submissions should be typed, dou- ble-spaced and adhere to the above deadlines. All items are subject to editing. Stump The Swami By John Szeligo Well, Football Fans, it is time to look at the ACC. Last year, all the hype was on the FSU and Miami battle for supremacy. Shockingly, Virginia Tech, the former fourth-place finisher in the Big East, slipped in and wonthe conference title over the previous national contenders. Will FSU and Miami see a return to normalcy in 2005 ? The ACC will see the addition of Boston College in 2005. The move enables an ACC Title Game between the Atlantic Division and the Coastal Division. Bringing in Boston College also adds the highlight footage of Doug Flutie's "Miracle Pass" to the ACC promotional films. However, that is about the extent of its football heritage The Eagles addition %was sup- posed to capture the Boston TV market. The fact is BC plays in another diminutive 40,000-seat stadium and its fans could fill a Boston Market Restaurant quicker than the TV market for ACC executi es Travel cost alone will further handicap the Eagles from flourishing in their, new home. Wonder how Chowder and BBQ will go together? Another issue in the ACC is that degrading image of Chief Osceola sticking the spear at Doak. That image is so insulting and demeaning to Native Americans that the NCAA has banned the outrage. Please, NCAA, get a life. Schools with graduation rates lower than sea level, boosters ille- gally engaged %with programs, a real solution to choosing a football cham- pion and other issues of "lesser" importance are overlooked while the NCAA thinks political correctness is necessary. One of the tribal leaders said it best recently. "It's another example of white men deciding what is best for Indians". Of course, the NCAA didn't ask the Seminole Natign or it would have received the same answer as alwa s. The Serrnibles are not offended and support FSU in the controvers.N After numerous petitions and outcr\ in the press,. the NCAA is re-exaluating us decision at this writ- ing. . Now let's look at the 2005 ACC race . Atlantic Di vision 1. Florida State --- The Noles are rebuilding as %well as reloading in 05. Onl. 11 starters return. The defense should keep FSU in any game until the offense catches up. The running game could be the best in the ACC with Booker. and Washington. Look for a 9-2 or S-3 2005 in Tally 2 Clemson --- Tommy Bo\wden hopes to challenge his dad for a spot in the inaugural ACC Championship game. He brought in a new offensive coordinator from Toledo to jump-start the Tigers' offense Senior Charlie Whttehurst has over 5,000 career passing yards while leading the offense. He hopes to be the first Clemson QB to go 4-0 against ri'al South Carolina. Are \ou listening Coach Spurrier? S-3 in Death Valley this year 3. N. C. State --- The Wolfpack slipped in 04 after losing Philip Rikers but 05 should see an upsw, ing. The defense is loaded and new defensive coordinator Steve Dunlap. of West Virginia fame, inherits the ACC's best defensive line. A strong running game \w ill overshadow the pass on offense. Chuck Amato should see his Pack win 6 or 7 games and return to a bow I in 2005. 4. Boston College --- Fourth place is a spot the Eagles know well after a long residence in that spot in the Big East for most of their tenure They do return 15 starters from 2004. led bN DE Mathias Kmwanuka. a pro prospect. An eas\ ACC schedule \wih winnable games against North Carolina and Wake Forest may give the Eagles a si\-w\ in season and anoth- er minor bou1l. 5. Maryland --- The Terps are a hard one to call in 2005: 13 starters return but QB is a big question mark. This team could win as little as two games or as many as six. Regardless. the shine is off Ralph Friedgen who won 31 games in his first three \ears. 6. Wake Forest --- Yes, the Demon Deacons under Jim Grobe are bet- ter than years past. However. a three-win season would be a good year. 16 starters return to lead the team but a tough schedule w tth FSU. Nebraska and Miami \\ ll undo them. Coastal Di ivsion 1. Miami --- Larry Coker's Canes failed to win 10 games for the first time since 1999 last year. FSU. Clemson and Virginia Tech are all on the road. Those are called landmine games. If the Canes can sweep the land- mines. especially with a young QB. a return to 10 wins is likely. The defense allowed only 17 ppg in 2004 and all 11 starters from the last fi\e games return. This team should w in between 9 and 11 games. 2. Virginia Tech --- The Hokies won the ACC in 2004. Gone is All- Everything QB Bryan Randall. The Hokies are putting all the chips on Michael Vicks' little brother Marcus to replace him. That is a dangerous gamble considering the QB's past and his alleged six-foot frame.' VPI does have a wealth of talent to overcome most opponents on its schedule. They avoid FSU and Clemson and host Miami. A trip to \Vest Virginia should result in another loss. The hokies have not scored an offensive touchdown in three Nears against the Mountaineers. A 9-2 season looks in store for the Hokies or Gobblers of VPI. 3. Virginia --- Al Groh has 14 starters back from a team that finished 8-4 in 2004. The Cavs play Miami. FSU and rival Virginia Tech. There is enough talent to w in six or seven games in 2005 and return to a bowl game. 4. Georgia Tech --- The Yellow Jackets are similar to Virginia. They return a lot of players from a seven-win season but ha\e a strong schedule; S Miami and Clemson in conference and SEC powers Auburn and Georgia out Qf conference \would give any coach the shakes. This team should win no less than four or more than six games in 2005. 5. North Carolina'--- Here is another 2004 bowl team returning 16 starters and could win as many games in 2005. The schedule is not kind to the Heels, however. Virginia Tech, Louis tile, Miami and Utah make it unattractive for easy wins although great for fans to watch. The Tar Heels will slip below .500 in 2005. 6. Duke --- What can you say?' Basketball season is anxiously await- ed. Mark September 17th on your Duke calendars. The Blue Devils play VMI, their only probable victory. SUBSCRIPTIONS: Hardee County 6 months $16; 1 yr. $28; 2 yrs. $54 Florida -. 6 months $20: 1 yr. $37: 2 yrs. $72. Out of' Slate 6 months S24, I yr. $44:2 yrs, $86 -'1 fondling the 10-year-old on two occasions within the past couple months, Harris said. He was jailed later that same day, at about 11:30 p.m. The secret of good cooking is, 'first, having a love of it... If you're convinced that cooking is drudgery, you're never going to be good at it, and you might as well warm up something Far from home and craving hometown news? Subscriptions can be frozen. mailed out of county or out of state. See rates in the masthead on 2A ---James Beard the rest came from donations, explained Kitchens. Mosaic Inc. donated a large steel storage building, with an extra 12x50-foot storage building moved from another school location for use by the track team for its equip- ment. "Supply and demand, for home and commercial construction has delayed some of the concrete, materials and labor. We did all the essential work at the schools to get them ready. Classrooms came first but since then the priority has been on the stadium. There's still some- thing to be done at each of the schools, but they are 80 percent done. We will finish up the rest as quickly as we can," Kitchens con- tinued. . "I feel confident the stadium will be ready for the first home game," concluded Kitchens. s wl rrol broken. "There are no other cracks or damaged areas in the entire sta- dium," said the engineer, who rec- ommended restoring the stadium rather than building another, saying an aluminum seating stadium would cost more and not be as durable. Kitchens made his almost-daily visit to the stadium late last week, pointing out the changes made and yet to be made. ''The biggest problem has been getting concrete, the finishing crew and concrete pump all scheduled at the same time," he said. Workmen were busy cementing the entry ramp to the handicapped seating which is near completion. This cement seating area is overlaid with a smoother cap which will allow a handicapped person and compan- ion to sit in the first row on both the right arid left side bleachers. They fully meet all Americans With Disabilities (ADA) requirements,' said Kitchens. Removing the bottom rows of stands for the handicapped seating allowed them to be used to replace the broken ones in the top of the reserved section. "There's no rea- son to be scared of it. It is just as good as it ever was," said Kitchens. The bleachers are constructed in the Cambra method. Looking at the seating from a distance, it seems to be arched. There are "cracks", or spaces between each section (as there always have been). This allows the bleachers to "expand." It's designed that way to flatten when loaded, Kitchens explained. The six old light poles have been replaced with four Musco 80-foot poles. "The lights should be opera- tional by next week," Kitchens said. Almost all of the perimeter fenc- ing was damaged. CF Industries volunteered to remove the old fenc- ing so 3-D Fencing could install new, There will be wire fencing around the field. There is a five- rweek delay in delivery, and it may not be up by the first game, Kitchens relayed. In and around the stands, there will be vinyl fencing, with alu- minum handrails. "The field is in better shape than last year. We didn't have varsity, junior varsity and youth football or soccer using it. We did put in a new sprinkler system," he said. Two new lights are on the visi- tors side of the stadium. They will have to again use portable toilets. ; The new concession stand/bath- rooms will not be done this year. ' Work on it will begin as soon as all football is over. It will have restrooms and concession at each end, serving the \ visitors and home crowd separately. ' Meanwhile, the visitors and home folks will use the concession stand under the bleachers. Home folks will also use'the old bath- rooms. Steel framing for the new score- board has been installed. A new sign, again bearing the names of the donors, Wauchula State Bank and Joe L. Davis, %\ ill be completed late .this week, said Kitchens. The Steve Durrance field house has been rebuilt, to double its for- *mer size. There are separate lock- er/meeting areas for the varsity and junior varsity The former JV lock- er room under the stands has been converted into a weight room. Insurance paid about $40.000 and ALLEGED Continued From 1A Mel McKinley of Ihe Public Defender's Office. Circuit Judge Robert L. Doyel set his next court date for Sept. 6. Meanwhile, Castillo is being held in the Hardee County Jail without bond. If ultimately convicted of the crime as charged, Caslillo would face a maximum penalty of 30 years in state prison and/or a $10,000 fine. According to an arrest report filed by Det. Sgt. John Shivers of the Hardee County Sheriff's Office. the alleged molestation came to light on July 29 while the child and her family were at a business office on U.S. 17. The child told some- one there, he said. The little girl said she had been "touched." Sheriff's Office spokesman Maj. Claude Harris Jr. said a suspect was named, and Shivers went to talk to the man. Castillo allegedly admitted to Sincerely, LONG ASSOCIATES ENG ERS/AR~C TECTS, INC. Oris L. oigtman E Florida Registration #17270, Vice President OLV/mg STADIUM Continued From 1A ; ;*'l ^^ t H----- '~ .R l i ''----~---\-: 11 Reserved seating has been repaired, moving planks to upper section from lower ones and mak- ing room for special handicapped section. Steve Durrance Field House has been rebuilt to double its previous size, accommodating both varsity and junior varsity squads. August 11, 2005 Mr. Rocky Kitchens, Deputy Superintendent Hardee County Public Schools P.O. Drawer 1678 : ..* Wauchula, FL 33873 RE: HARDEE HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL STADIUM REPAIR Dear Mr. Kitchenss, As pet our telephone conversation of last week, because of the handicap improvements made to the stadium which allowed us to remove eight of the existing prestressed seating units and thereby make it possible to replace the three hurricane damaged seating units with identical units, we no longer feel that it is necessary to conduct a load test of the repaired area. In our professional opinion, the stadium is as structurally sound as it was before the hurricane damage. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. August 18, 2005, The Herald-Advocate 3A HURRICANE Continued From 1A HKell/y's Column l By Jim S. L. Frisbie IV, publisher of the Polk County Democrat in Bartow, has seen the phosphate industry change a lot of Polk County during the last 40 years or so. He wrote last week that a few decades ago there were over a dozen phosphate companies digging up phosphate rock in Polk County and pro- cessing it into fertilizers and other products. Over the years there were mergers and some companies ran out of phosphate reserves to mine. By the end of 2005 Mosaic will be the only major phosphate company. operating in Polk. U. S. Agri-Chemicals Corp. (USAC), owned by the Chinese company Sinochem, plans to close its phosphoric acid plant in Fort Meade and its Bartow plant, which produces dry fertilizer. USAC in recent years had not been mining any phosphate but has been purchasing about two million tons a year from IMC and processing it into fertilizer. The agreement could have lasted until 2014 but IMC had the right to terminate the pact early. IMC planned to end the agreement in October 2007. USAC could not extend the deadline in talks with Mosaic, a new com- pany formed by combining IMC and Cargill Fertilizer, and the deal will now end in December 2005. Mosaic has enough phosphate reserves to operate its plants in Polk County for about 30 years, Frisbie wrote. The tentative agreement, subject to approval by the boards of Mosaic and USAC, includes Mosaic paying USAC $84 million, another $10. mil- lion to USAC to settle a price claim on phosphate, $38 million in Mosaic stock to USAC for assets that include land and unmined ore, and Mosaic not being responsible for closure issues of USAC, such as gypsum stacks. In Hardee County there are only two major phosphate players left -- SMosaic and CF. Twenty years ago. there were several phosphate companies buying land here. The industry is moving south into Hardee County as Polk's reserves are mined. . Eighty years ago Helen Keller, a famous blind person, challenged Lions International to become "Knights of the Blind." Lions adopted the challenge to fight against blindness. In the last 15 years Lions International has-restored sight to 4.6 million people suffering with cataract blindness, prevented blindness in 24 million more, and provided eye-care services for under-served people in 88 coun- tries, said Dr. Tae-Sup Lee, past international president and chairperson of Campaign SightFirst II, which seeks to raise $150 million. Sight-First I funded 724 projects, provided 65 million treatments for river blindness, built or expanded 258 eye hospitals, provided equipment upgrades for 300 eye care centers, expanded 6 training facilities, trained 13,886 ophthalmologists, ophthalmic nurses and allied health workers, and disbursed $175 million in grants. * The Wauchula Lions Club has been in operation over 50 years, meets every Thursday noon at the local VFW center on Hanchey Road in SWauchula, and has helped do its part in the fight against blindness and poor vision. Having good vision is a blessing that can be taken for granted. The Hardee Wildcat \ arsity football team will play its fall kickoff clas- sic Friday at 7:30 at Lake Region High School south of Winter Haven. The first regular season game is Aug 26 at Cape Coral Mariner west of Fort Myers. The first home game is September 2 against state Class A Champion Fort Meade. Hardee is in Class 3-A, and district games are against Sebring, Avon person to $17,150 for a family of eight. The highest category is mid- dle income, up to 120 percent of the median income. That is $36,36,0 for one person up to $68,640 for a fam- ily of eight. Gilliard said there have been 283 applications since last August. Of these, 58 on homeowner repair/replacement and 90 for rental/purchase assistance .have already been helped. Delays in the remainder are because of contractor or materials shortage. She encour- ages many more to apply as these monies can be used within the cities as well as the unincorporated areas of the county. The monies can be used for reha- bilitation or replacement of a Audition Now For 'My Fair Lady' The Hardee County Players Inc. will be holding open audi- tions for its upcoming produc- tion of "My Fair Lady." Auditions are Saturday from 9 to 11 a.m.;. Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m.; and Monday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. All are at the historic Wauchula City Hall Auditorium, 225 E. Main St. The players need to fill 25 speaking parts (19 of them singing) along with a chorus, a dance ensemble, non-speaking parts and a pit orchestra. Everyone auditioning for a speaking-part will read from the script. Singers need to prepare a song and bring sheet music. For more information, call 767- 1220. house, purchase assistance, self- help, disaster recovery, rental secu- rity and utility deposits and multi- family rental rehabilitation. Each category has criteria and restric- tions. One of the most-needed at this time may be rental or purchase assistance, as people in trailers sup- plied by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) have until'February to move out of them, or purchase them and move them to their own location. These funds cannot be used for purchase of trailers, only houses, said Gilliard. "The applicant is the driving force. It's gap financing, supple- menting an applicant's- insurance, FEMA or bank loans. It will cover only what is needed-to get into ade- quate housing which meets all cur- rent health, fire, safety and building codes, said Gillliard. For the rehabilitation/replace- ment housing program, there are liens placed against homes, which must be occupied by the owner. These liens are forgiven as the per- son remains in the home and main- tains it. After 10 years, half of the lien is forgiven. After 20 years, it is totally cleared. If homeowners die, move or sell the home, they could be responsible to repay some portion of the lien. For the rental utility and security deposit and multi-family rental rehabilitation, there is no repayment or lien responsibility. For more information, or to make an application, call the CDO at 773-6349 or drop by the office on the second floor (Room 201) of the Hardee County Courthouse Annex I, 412 W. Orange St., Wauchula Young eagles don't have feath- ers that match their parents' until they are about four years old. Park and DeSoto.. Hardee High has a 32-game regular season winning streak. Henscratch Farms Vineyard and Winery is hosting its 5th annual har- 'vest festival Saturday from 7 to'1 to kick off the grape season. There will be LU-pick grapes, petting zoo, pony rides, square dancing, family games, food and pie-eating contests, plus a Bluegrass band. Admission is $2. The farm is at 980 Henscratch Road in Lake Placid. There is a small but growing interest in growing grapes in Hardee County. Grapes are a health) fruit. , We protect the American way of life. We believe in national values like service, duty, and commitment. And when the nation called to us, we served with honor and dignity. Help us to guard our country and to serve in our neighborhoods nationwide. Learn leadership, discipline, and the career skills that matter to America's future. Now is the time to step forward. Join the proud ranks of the Army National Guard. 1-800-GO-GUARD www.1-800-GO-GUARD.com We'll be kicking off our 2005 2006 Awana program in just a couple of weeks. The goal of Awana is to reach boys and girls with the gospel of Christ and train them to serve Him. Thisis the end result but the method is FUN! If you're looking for an exciting & rewarding way to get your children involved AWANA is the way. Through scripture memory, handbook time, game time, & council time your child will be excited about learning the Word of God. Classes are divided by age groups: CUBBIES (ages 3 & 4), SPARKS (K-2), & T & T (grades 3-6) (Club year runs September 2005 -,August 206J6.) ,Please plan to join us for an.exciting year., SWednesday Nights SBeginning September 7, 2005 S:OO p.m. b:00 p.m. (Prop-Off at 5:45 p.m.) Kick-Off Festival I Registration Nightl A August 31, 2005 S: 6:00 8:00 p.m.M '. PLEASE PLAN TO COME FOR lS RREGISTRATION ANb LOTS OF FUN! ?all The Awana program will be free this year i 1 for everyone who is registered Please call 375-2253 S S for more inrformatioon or to request regisrat.rlon forms. . PARENTS: You must accompany your child/children .to this event. Also, Liability Forms will need to be notarized there will be notaries available at this time. First Baptist Church 4531 US Hwy 17 N, Bowling Green, FL 8:18,25C :- : Sali's Sandwich Shoppe 103 E. Main Street Wauchula Still offering the same menu... m ...but beginning Tuesday, August 30, 200 ' we will become < Restaurant Serving delicious Mexican dishes! Fajitas Bistec Ranchero (steak) * Enchiladas Tacos Tortas Tostadas * Delivery Available* 773-2211 or 773-5726 Hours: Monday Saturday, 7 am 8 pm SClosed Sundays Sali's Sandwich Shoppe S103 E. Main Street Wauchula Les esta ofreciendo el mismo menu... .....y empezando el Martes 30 de Agosto cambiaremos nuestro nombre a e erma, Restaurant 4 Deliciosa comida Mexicana como! Fajitas Bistec Ranchero * Enchiladas Tacos Tortas Tostadas * Y Mucho Mas! 773-2211 or 773-5726 Horario: Lunes Sabado, 7 am 8 pm I cerrado los Domingos B I- r '1 tk- il~ 4A The Herald-Advocate, August 18, 2005 Obituaries ROSA JUDAH CAREY Rosa Judah Carey, 56, of Bowling Green, died Friday, Aug. 12, 2005, in Lakeland. Born Dec. 19, 1948, in Wauchula, she had lived in Hardee County since 2000, moving from Bradenton. She was a church clerk and a member of Bethlehem Primitive Baptist Church. She had worked at Wal-Mart for three years and was a graduate of Hardee High School. She was preceded in death by her father, William P. Judah and one son, Michael Shane Neads. Survivors include her husband, Mark of Bowling Green; mother, Rosa Lee Judah of Wauchula; one son, Wayne Neadi of Bowling Green; two brothers, John T. "Buddy" Judah of Wauchula and John W. "Billy" Judah and wife Sheri of Zolfo Springs; and grand- children, Kyle Neads and Shane, David and Natalie Neads. Services were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16 at Robarts Family Garden Chapel, Wauchula, with Elder Buddy Judah and Elder Ben Roberts officiating. Burial was in Bowling Green Cemetery. Visitation was Monday, Aug. 15, 6- 8 p.m. Robarts Family Funeral Home Wauchula JOSEFINA RODRIGUEZ Josefina Rodriguez, 75, of Bowling Green, died Thursday, Aug. 11, 2005, at home. Born March 19, .1930, in Shreveport, La., she moved to Hardee County in 1965 from Michigan. She was a homemaker and a member of the Apostolic Church on Apostolic Way in Wauchula. .Survivors include five sons and daughters-in-law, Felix Jr. and Ofelia Rodriguez of Michigan, Profirio and Maria Rodriguez and Eusevio and Diana Rodfiguez, all of -Texas, David and Melva Rodriguez and Jesus and Cathy Rodriguez, all of Wauchula: ten daughters and sons-in-lja Olivia and Cecilio Navarro of Texas, Josie Salas of Bowling Green, Maria and Vincent Gutierrez of Texas, Christina Garcia of Kansas, Paula and Guiermo de la Cruz of Bowling Green, Estella and Elias Valdez of Zolfo Springs, Delilah Rodriguez of Kansas, Belinda Balderas of Texas, and Ester Rodriguez and Rosa Rodriguez, both of Kansas; four brothers, Solomon Alamia and Juan Alamia of, Georgia, Santos Alamia of Bowling Green, and Jessie Alamia .of Michigan; 531,. grandchildren; and 35 great- grandchildren. Services were at 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 15, at Robarts Family Garden Chapel, Wauchula, with burial in Wauchula Cemetery. Visitation was Sunday, Aug. 14, 6-8 p.m. FUNERAL HOME, INC. 529 W. Main Street Wauchula Provided as a courtesy of Robarts Famhily Funeral Home LYNDA B. SOLNER Lynda B. Solner, 76, of Wauchula, died Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2005, at her residence. Born Aug. 20, 1928, in Ontario, Canada, she moved to Wauchula 13 years ago from there. She was an office manager for Broy Engineer- ing and a member of Wauchula's First Assembly of God and the Wauchula Moose Lodge. Survivors include her husband, Randall Solner; one daughter, Catherine Parr of Penticton, B.C.; iwo sons, Rody Parr of Downview, Ontario, and Raymond Parr of Guelph, Ontario; three sisters, Carol Eliott, Gladys Cook and Brenda Brockman, all of Kingston, Ontario; -four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Friday, Aug. 12, at 2 p.m. at McLean Funeral Home, Fort Meade. McLean Funeral Home Fort Meade ISIDRO GONZALES Isidro Gonzales, 44, of Wauchula died Saturday, Aug. 13, 2005, in Wauchula. Born Feb. 19, 1961, in Luling, Texas, he had been a long-time res- ident of Wauchula. He was a site merchandiser for Neal Commun- ities in Bradenton and was a mem- ber'of the First Baptist Church of Bowling Green. He was preceded in death by his mother, Antonia Banda Morales. Survivors are his wife, Alicia B. Gonzales; two daughters, Andrea M. Gonzales and Christina A. Gonzales, both of Wauchula; his father, Cecilio Gonzales of Wauchula; two brothers, Ramon Gonzales and Cecilio Gonzales Jr., both of Wauchula; one sister, Sylvia Gonzales of Winter Haven;, and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held Friday, Aug. 19, at 7 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Bowling Green. Steele's Family Funeral Services Winter Haven What creature can fly straight up like a helicopter? Hmmm...a hummingbird. MACROPIO CORNELWp HERNANIEZ Macropio Cornelio Hernandez, 71, of Zolfo Springs, died Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2005, in Auburndale. Born July 20, 1934, in Mexico, he moved to Hardee County five years ago. He was a Christian and a farm worker. Survivors .include his wife, Maria of San Miguel, Oaxaca, Mexico, and four sisters, Julia Hernandez of Zolfo Springs and , Fra-nbisca _Hernandez. Juana' Hernandez ahnd Tomasita Hernandez, all of Mexico. Services were held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Auig.. 17, at Robarts Family Garden Chapel, Wauchula,. with burial in Friendship Cemetery. Visitation was Tuesday, Aug. 16, 6-8 p.m FUNERAL HOME, INC. 529 W. Main Street Wauchula Provided as a courtesy of Robarts Family Funeral Home Deborah & Dennis Robarts. Owner MACROPIO CORNELIO HERNANDEZ Macropio Cornelio Hernandez, 71, of Zolfo Springs, died Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2005, in Auburndale. Born July 20, 1934, in Mexico, he moved to Hardee County five years ago. He was a farm worker. Survivors include his wife, Maria of San Miguel, Oaxaca, Mexico, and four sisters, Julia Hernandez of Zolfo Springs and Francisca Hernandez, Juana Hernandez and Tomasita Hernandez, all of Mexico. Services were held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 17, at Robarts Family Garden Chapel, Wauchula, with burial in Friendship Cemetery. Visitation was Tuesday, Aug. 16, 6- 8 p.m. Robarts Family Funeral Home Wauchula ROBERT "BOBBY" LEE CLANTON Robert "Bobby" Lee Clanton, 57, of Fort Meade, died Monday, Aug. 15, 2005, at Lakeland Regional Medical Center. He was born October 24, 1947. Survivors are his father and mother, R.L. and Rena Belle Clanton of Fort Meade; one son William "Billy" Lee Clanton; one daughter, Delia Dawn Clanton Fotheringham; two stepsons, Garrett Burroughs and David Lee Burroughs; three brothers, Raymond William Clanton, Lacey Newton Clanton and David Andrew Clanton; one sister, Frances Poole; three grandchildren; and seven step-grandchildren. The family will receive friends today (Thursday), Aug. 18, 10-11 a.m., with the service immediately following at Moody-Brant Funeral Chapel in Fort Meade. Moody-Brant Funeral Chapel Fort Meade JOSEFINA RODRIGUEZ Josefina Rodriguez, 75, of Bowling Green, died Thursday, Aug. 11, 2005, at home. Born March 19, 1930, in Shreveport, La., she moved to Hardee County in 1965 from Michigan. She was a homemaker ,and a member of the Apostolic Church on Apostolic Way ,in Wauchula. Survivors include five sons and daughters-in-law, Felix Jr. and Ofelia Rodriguez of Michigan, Profirio and Maria Rodriguez and Eusevio and Diana Rodriguez, all of Texas, David and Melva Rodriguez and Jesus and Cjithh. Rodriguez, all of Wauchula; ien daughters and sons-in-lai Olivi'a and Cecilio Navarro of Texas, Josie Salas of Bowling Green, Maria and Vincent Gutierrez of Texas; Christina Garcia of Kansas, Paula and Guiermo de la Cruz of Bowling Green, Estella and Elias Valdez of, Zolfo Springs, Delilah Rodriguez of, Kansas, Belinda Balderas of Texas, and Ester Rodriguez and Rosa Rodriguez, both of Kansas; four brothers, Solomon Alamia and Juan Alamia of Georgia, Santos Alamia of Bowling Green, and Jessie Alamia of Michigan; 53 .grandchildren; and 35 great-grand- children. Services were at 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 15, at Robarts Family Garden Chapel, Wauchula, with burial in Wauchula Cemetery. Visitation was Sunday, Aug. 14, 6- 8 p.m. Robarts Family Funeral Home Wauchula A Safe Place DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CRISIS LINE 1 (800)500-1119 End The Abuse! A Trusted Family Name Since 1906 529 West Main Street, Wauchula 773-9773 Hardee County Schools Off To A Great Start This Year By SHAYLA BRYAN Herald-Advocate Intern First days are always the tough- est. But, remarkably, the first day for Hardee County schools went very smoothly. Bowling Green Elementary reports that it had a "great first day." Principal David Durastanti said that it' was possibly his best first day in his 24 years of adminis- tration. He didn't see any teary eyes among the younger students and it didn't rain. Last year, he said it rained the first three days of school, but this opening Wednesday there wasn't a cloud in the sky. BGE was 561 students strong. The junior high was set to see quite a few changes. Mae Robinson, principal at Hardee Junior High, said that staff and stu- dents were glad to get started and, so far, they are making a. smooth transition from block scheduling to the eight-period day. Robinson attributes the successful first day to the staff's excellent planning. In fact, the school has even got- ten a head start and has already begun testing students' reading lev- els. Robinson said that, in a way, she's sad this was the last "first day" at the current junior-high site, but she gets very excited when she thinks about the possibilities for growth and expansion at the new facility now under construction and set to open in August of 2006. She describes having mixed feelings because this school is very special. Hardee High School Principal Mike Wilkinson said that he was very happy with how the first days went. About 1,085 students were there to start school. "It will take a little time for stu- dents and' teachers to adjust to the new schedule," he said. "But every- thing went really smoothly," he added. Wilkinson said that since school has started, even more students have expressed an interest in the new Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps program. However, the school has had to limit the number enrolled to about 150, as any more students would require another instructor and the school hasn't budgeted fr.r.th:t , During the pfi.t fe d.;, JROTC cadets hav -;been fitted for their uniforms. He also mentioned that JROTC's color guard will be at the first home football game to pre- sent the colors. Jan Beckley, principal at Zolfo Springs Elementary, felt that it was a great first day and a great begin- ning to the school year. She said all the teachers were well prepared -and the students showed up ready to work. For the most part, students were welcomed back to a campus where i 0L(n IMN kewo ROSA JUDAH CAREY Rosa Judah Carey, 56, of Bbwling Green, died Friday, Aug. 12, 2005, in Lakeland. Born Dec. 19, 1948, in Wauchula, she had lived in Hardee County since 2000, mov- ing from Bradenton. She was a church clerk and a member of Bethlehem Primitive Baptists Church. She had wVorked at Wal- Mart for three years and was a graduate of Hardee High School. She >was preceded in death by her father, William P. Judah and one son, Michael Shane Neads. Survivors include her hus- band, Mark 'f Bowling Green; mother, Rosa Lee Judah of Wauchula; one sonl, Wayne Neads of Bowling Green;. two brothers, John T. "Buddy" Judah of Wauchula and John W. "Billy" Juidah and wife Sheri of Zolfo Springs; and grandchildren, Kyle Neads who is the son of Shane, and Shane, David and Natalie Neads, the children of.Wayne. Services were held'at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16 at Robarts Family Garden Chapel, Wauchula, with Elder Buddy Judah and Elder Ben Roberts officiating. Burial was in Bowling Green Cemetery. Visitation was Monday, Aug. 15, 6-8 p.m. FUNERAL HOME, INC. 529 W. Main Street Wauchula Provided as a courtesy of Robarts Family Funeral Home nearly all repairs had been complet- ed. The media center is up and running, and the only repairs that remain are replacing fencing and covered walkways. Beckley and ZSE's staff have entered this year with high expecta- tions for its 572 children. Principal Sonja Bennett from North Wauchula Elementary said she was pleasantly surprised at how well it went on her first day as prin- cipal. She added that the kids were excited to be back and the staff was ready to greet them. There were 581 students in classrooms at NWES on the first day. Wauchula Elementary School's preparation for the school year paid off, Principal Michele Polk said. Everything ran efficiently. She said that the students are ready to come back once it's time, and that the teachers worked really hard to get ready for them. She has also been impressed with the performance of WES's new teachers, who she said seem to be a perfect fit for their team. Schools Superintendent Dennis Jones surveyed all th~e schools and proclaimed the first day a success. "We measure success on the first day by if we bring them safely to school, feed them .and get them home safely. And we did that," Jones said. He spoke with each of the schools' administrators and all the comments he received were very positive, he reported. The coun- ty's new staff members also were very positive about their first-day experience. There were a few routine prob- lems like younger students getting on the wrong bus or missing the bus, but everything was taken care of, Jones said, adding that there is absolutely no reason not to be opti- mistic -about this year. Well, here we are Year One A.C. (After Charley). I'm sure each and every one of you -- like me and my family -- has a personal experience from last year that you identify with. Perhaps it was that moment before the storm when we realized we were directly in its path. Maybe it was a moment during the onslaught of wind and rain that fixes your memory. Or better still, the moment we emerged from the devastation to realize, no matter what was damaged, we had each other and we had sur- vived. Whatever your moment was, I'm sure it is unique to youand yours so I won't trivialize the experience by adding "my own 'two cents." Could It Happen Here? With the London bombings still fresh in our minds, this month is going to focus on domestic security. Even though matters of domestic security and law enforcement are best left to trained professionals, there are many things you can do to take an active part in preventing acts of domestic, terrorism. During the week of Aug. 1-5 there were two bomb threats reported to the State Warning Point, so there are always reasons to remain careful and observant of our surroundings. Unlike most natural disasters, such as hurricanes or floods,' there will likely be little or no warning for a terrorist act. I Known terrorist activity is routinely monitored in Florida and through- out the United States by law enforcement agencies specially trained to deal with terrorists and their actions. Because the best thing you and your family can do is prepare, below is a list of additional supplies you should put in your family disaster pre- paredness kit: VSet up an improvised safe room, preferably in a windowless interior room in your home. -Maintain a supply of duct tape, plastic sheeting or garbage bags to seal around doors and windows. 4 Determine escape routes from your home and establish a meeting place such as a public building or designated area established by' the local government. In the event you are a victim of a terrorist act, remember these impor- tant safety tips: Explosion: V/Leave the premises quickly and calmly. /If you are trapped in debris, cover your mouth' with a piece of cloth and rap on a pipe or wall so rescuers can hear you. Shouting can lead to inhalation of dust or other particulate debris. x/Assist victims only if they are not trapped and it is safe for you to do so. Untrained persons can become victims themselves should the building collapse. Wait for trained rescuers. Bio-Chemical Agents: 4You will be instructed by authorities to either seek shelter and seal the premises or evacuate immediately. 4Turn off AC and/or ventilation units immediately. Suspicious Packages: VLeave the package alone. Do not touch it or move the item(s). 4Leave the vicinity immediately. . 4 Instruct all who have had contact with the package to wash their hands with soap and water. 4Call 911. 4/Collect information on all persons who have been exposed (name, birthday, any ill effects reported, etc.). Even though Hardee County doesn't have many "high value" targets such as large military installations, shopping malls or stadiums, we should be prepared for potential acts of domestic terrorism just as we would for a, flood or hurricane. .For more information, visit www.floridadisaster.org or www.red-. cross.org. ," Recovery By The Numbers One number that is getting bigger is the number of potential shelter spaces in Hardee County. As part of the Shelter Retrofit Grant program, hut- ricane screenis are going to be installed on the media center at.Zolfo Springs, Elementary School. Unfortunately, they won't be in by the end of this hurt ticane season but by June 1, 2006, we can add that building to our shelt r list, creating that much more space to shelter the public should it be needed - Are You Ready? ;, The county and all three municipalities have adopted the National Incident Management System. NIMS (every government program has atn acronym) is a system that standardizes the way governments prepare for anti respond to domestic disasters, regardless of size, scope or complexity.. Emergency management has revised our Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP) to reflect the incorporation of NIMS. It is our intent to use this system to improve the way we deal with nat-' ural and man-made disasters on the local level. Your EOC staff and volu, teers will train on this system in the coming weeks so we can be ready if, necessary. Answering The Call The Hardee County Chapter of the American Red Cross is always loolk- ing for volunteers. They do a lot of "behind the scenes" work in Hardie" County that, unless you've needed them, you might not know about. F6r. instance, your home has been severely damaged by fire and you have , nowhere to stay for the night. Red Cross volunteers can assist you with i overnight lodging, food vouchers and other types of post-disaster assistance: To do this, the Red Cross needs your help. If you would like to become a Red Cross volunteer, contact Rhoda McCoy at 773-9097. Tip Of The Month Those flashing red lights in your rearview mirror mean yield the right t of way to the approaching emergency vehicle. Move to the right-hand side as safely as possible and let it pass. After all, it could be going to your house. Increasingly Preferred SBecaluse we care... &T4 FUNERAL HOMES ~L5 19C Oda?&~2 August 18, 2005, The Herald-Advocate 5A 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 Pictured on Page One are Scouts S.L. Frisbie of Bartow and Terry Warren and Mike Crews both of Wauchula, checking their equip- iment shortly before leaving for the Eighth Boy Scout World Jamboree in Canada. (The Scouts are wearing their uniforms.) Rev. Otis Garland, pastor of the First Baptist, Church, and Mrs. Garland are expected to return today from'a five week tour of Europe and the Holy Land. In their absence, "the Garlands have been sorely missed by their church and their many friends in Wauchula. In order, to welcome them home, and express apprecia- tion for their devoted service to the community, the church has planned a reception immediately following the evening worship service Sunday night inthe church social hall. Not only members of the church, but all friends of the Garlands throughout the city are cordially invited to be present and welcome them home. An emergency call has been made by Principal George Blanton ,of Wauchula Elementary School for substitute or part-time teachers for the lower grades. Applicants with some college work are preferred but others with experience or otherwise qualified are urged-to immediately contact Mr. Blanton with a view toward performing this necessary service foriour children. . It was announced today by Mac L. Polstoti, manager, of the Hardee Theatre, a stage .show will be an extra added treat for the patrons attending the theatre Tuesday, August 23rd, for one day only in person at 9:00 p.m. The stage production features the "Florida Playboys" in their version of "Jamboree" Florida style. All talent used in the production are boys from in and around Hardee County. The City of Wauchula came into the limelight in a recent issue of the St. Petersburg Times with a large picture of Main Street and other features of the city and surrounding area, with emphasis being given the agricultural aspects of the county. Population figures and other statis- tics of interest were included in the extensive publicity given the city by its neighboring newspaper. Thank you, St. Petersburg Times. From the "Local Paragraphs" column: -Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Grainger are in Columbia, S. C. this week attending a meeting of Brandenton Production Credit Association of Florida. -Mrs. Mildred Dunn, Mrs. Gayle Harman and Miss Kate Hadsell returned Sunday from Naples where they played for the State B.P.W.C. board meeting. -Dr. and Mrs. William Howard and children spent the weekend in Arcadia as the guests of Mrs. Howard's parents Dr. and Mrs. J. M. Morques. -Mr. and Mrs. Albert Lane and children, Miss Joan and Jimmy, have returned from Monticello, Ga., where they were guests of Mr. Lanes, mother for several days. -Mrs. Rose Posey and daugh- ters, Miss Ruth and Gayle, of Bradenton, were visitors in Wauchula Sunday. They were accompanied over by Misses Ann Janes and Sharon Taylor, who had WEATHER SUMMARY REPORT Rainfall was sporadic during the week of Aug. 8-14. Rainfall for the 'week ranged from less than a quarter inch in Fort Pierce, Umatilla and Lake Alfred to over three inches in Hastings and Tallahassee. Many stations in the central to northern peninsula reported from one to one and a half inch- es of rain. Average temperatures were mostly in the mid-80s, a degree or two above normal. High temperatures around the state were all in the low to mid-90s, with Orlando reaching a high of 96 and Tallahassee reaching a high of 95. Low temperatures were 70s across the state. FIELD CROPS REPORT ,Peanut growers took advantage of a break in the rains to get into the 'fields to apply fungicide. Almost 75 percent of the peanut crop was rated good or excellent, although some white mold and tomato spotted wilt virus is showing up. All peanut plants have pegged. Hay production was report- ed below normal in some areas. Rainfall amounts have been varied, result- ing in some areas being top wet and some areas too dry. In some localities, rains have continued to delay pest control activities. Topsoil and subsoil moisture supplies were reported mostly adequate or surplus, with a few reports of short supplies. VEGETABLE REPORT Growers in central and southern counties are beginning some field prepa- ration activities and checking irrigation systems. Limited tomato planting has begun.in southern Hillsborough.County. LIVESTOCK REPORT In the panhandle, the pasture condition is fair to excellent, with most pas- ture in good condition with excellent growing conditions. Inrk the northern areas, armyworms are causing some damage. The pasture condition is poor to excellent, with most pasture in fair condition due to drought. In the cen- tral areas, the pasture condition is poor to excellent, with most pasture in good condition. In the southwest, the pasture condition is poor to excellent, with most pasture in poor to fair condition due to flooding. Statewide, the cattle condition is poor to excellent, with most in good condition. FRUIT REPORT citrus: A cool front, along with rainfall at the beginning of the week, cooled down the temperatures slightly in the western and central citrus pro- ducing counties. By the middle of the week, temperatures were back into the mid to upper 90s in all areas, with Lake Alfred and Sebring recording temperatures at over 96 degrees. Groves in the southern counties still have excess water ,in the grove middles and on secondary roads. Overall, trees look good, with field workers reporting slightly larger than golfball-size fruit on oranges and baseball-size fruit on grapefruit. been their guests of sever.., days. -D. L. Noblett returned Thursday from several week's visit in Double Springs, Ala. -Rev. E. C. Earnest, former pas- tor of the New Hope Baptist church who now lives in Charlotte Harbor, was a visitor in Wauchula Thursday. -Mrs. Fred Priem left Monday from Tampa by Eastern Airlines for Elkhart, Ind., where she will join her husband who has been attend- ing the Elk's Convention in Philadelphia, Pa. They will return -S A Daily Thought THURSDAY The Lord builds His upper rooms above the skies; He sets their foundations on the earth. He calls for the waters of the sea and pours them out on the land. The Lord is His name. Amos 9:6 (NCV) FRIDAY' Come now, you who say, "Today or tomorrow we will go into such and such a town, and spend a year there and trade and' get gain;" whereas you do not know about tomorrow. What is your life: For you are a mist that appears for a little time and then vanishes. James 4:13-14 (RSV) SATURDAY Nehemiah said, "For today is a sacred day before the Lord your God. It is a time to celebrate with a hearty meal, and to send presents to those in need, for the joy of the Lord is your strength." Nehemiah 8:10 (TLB) SUNDAY It is our aim, therefore, to please Him (Christ), whether we are at home or away. For everyone of us will have to stand before Christ our judge, and we shall be rewarded for what we did when we lived in our bodies, whether it was good or bad. II Corinthians 5:9-10 (PME) MONDAY But I trust in You, O"Lord. I say, . "Yod are my Gbod. My times are in Your hands. Psalm 31:14-15a (NIV) TUESDAY Jesus said, "In very truth, any- one who gives heed to what I say, and puts his trust in Him who sent Me, has hold of eternal life, ahd does not come up for judgment, but has already passed from death unto life." John 15:24 (NEB) WEDNESDAY Hannah prayed, "The Lord sends death, and He brings life. He sends people to the grave, and He raises them to life again. The Lord makes some people poor and others He makes rich. He makes some people hum- ble, and others He makes great." I Samuel 2:6-7 (NCV) 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. I Way Bac k When I home together. 25 YEARS AGO The Board of County Commissioners, during a budget workshop on Tuesday, asked County Engineer Harry Lampe if he would consider being Hardee County's first county administrator. Lampe (Pictured on Page one), 52, has been the county Engineer since February 1978. Commissioner Maurice Hender- son told Lampe, "I think you're doing us a real good job. You're a real asset to the county, and we've always been able to work real well together. The creation of a county adminis- trator position would be a major decision by the commissioners. Pictured on Page One are the junior high cheerleaders who won the top award and three ribbons at the International Cheerleader Foundation Camp. Shown are Lyn Davis, captain, Nancy Bond, Beverly Keene and Lynn Carson. Although the Hardee girls were the youngest at the camp, they won the Randy Neil Award for Excellence (the top award given) and three ribbons in the following categories; super spirit, effort and improvement and excellence. Spencer Roberts is shown on Page One demonstrating the "Super Cooker" grill recently purchased, by Mississippi Chemical Corp. The grill, which will cook up to 200 hamburgers at one time, is available free of charge to civic clubs, churches and family groups. Jim Murray (pictured) of Bowling Green, who is employed by the Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission, graduated July 25 from the Wildlife Law Enforcement Academy after receiv- ing 500 classroom hours of instruc-. tion. Murray will be assigned to Glades County. From "Kelly's Column" by Jim: -Wauchula banker Bill Crews has made the news again, this time by landing his twin-engine Cessna at Wauchula Airport without lower- ing the landing gear. Bill should take note that August 19 is National Aviation Day. -Wauchula insuranceman Jim Altman is recuperating from a motorcycle mishap. Another Wauchula insurance industrialist, Clyde Ratliff Jr., will soon build a new building. The 1980's will also likely see new headquarters built for the First Baptist church of Wauchula and English Chevrolet Co. Bobby Durrance, 9, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Durrance of Bowling Green, won this trophy over the weekend by catching an 18-lb. 4-oz. dolphin in the 4th Annual Fort Pierce Deep Sea Jamboree. (He is pictured.) He caught the dolphin in the Atlantic Ocean on a squid. Bobby's uncle, Jeffri Durrance, placed sixth overall with a 21-lb. 14-oz. dolphin. The Hardee County School Board recently ratified a new salary schedule for the school district, giv- ing themselves a 78.6 percent raise. When contacted after the meet- ing, Superintendent John Terrell said that his salary and that of the school board was set by the State Legislature. The new pay raise increases board members salaries to within a few hundred dollars of what the county commissioners are paid. Transportation "Director Grady Albritton is pictured demonstrating the automatic lift on the most Recently purchased bus for handi- capped students. 10 YEARS AGO It's official! It took effect Monday night! , The city of Wauchula's "Minimum Maintenance Standard" ordinance was unanimously approved by a roll call vote of coun- cil members on-Monday evening. Now, it is against the law to not maintain your property, including paint, windows, roofs, chimneys, gutters and down spouts and any fences, lighting devices and retain- ing walls as well. Failure to keep at least a pre- sentable appearance, or allowing dilapidated conditions which depress adjoining property values and create blight, could result in fines and a lien against your proper- ty. The public works office, and City Administrator Jerry Conerly, have the responsibility to follow up on all complaints of buildings suspected of failing, to meet the minimum maintenance standards. Today (Thursday) is the day adult education day and evening classes - w w W W W W W W W W W W W W ~ V V V ~V' rV r .~. A ~. .~. A. A. A. A A AA. ~V44 44 Welcomes Christal Gorden and Pricella Ybarra ) PBack Row: Libby Johnson, Cissy Rickett, Melany Milby Front Row: Christal Gordon and Priscella Ybarra 215 E. Orange St. Wauchula (South west corner of the Post Office) 767-6063 S*Hair *Nails *Pedicures *Tanning *Waxing Hours: Mpnday-Friday 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday by appointment soc 8:1ac iAALLLLL I, j& A, A, mw w w wdkw w --w w w w I i i & A & k TF ,A begin. Evening classes will no longer to be held at Hardee Junior High School Morning classes, at 8 a.m., and evening classes, at 6 p.m., will all be at the Family Resource Center on West Main Street, just west of the junior high school campus. Parents and students who will attend Hardeee Junior High School beginning today (Thursday) are reminded of a change in the dress code. No caps or hats will be allowed at school during school hours, accord- ing to the rules for the 1995-96 school year. Two 50-year-old pictures are shown showing how Victory Over Japan Night was celebrated in Hardee County. One picture shows the telephone office in Wauchula. One lady has her hand on the fire siren switch. It blew for hours on that night. The other photo shows young- sters pulling the bell at the First Baptist Church of Wauchula. Volunteers kept the bell ringing for hours. One of the boys pulling the rope to the bell is Reuben Moore's son, said John McDonald of Winter Haven who submitted the pictures. "No one complained about the noise. It was a joyous night," said McDonald. Pictured is Solomon's Castle which has brought international spotlight to Hardee County. It enters its 23rd year as a county landmark. Also shown is its creator Howard Solomon who is standing by his newest project at the castle, the Boat in the Moat Restaurant, designed after Columbus' sailing ship, the Santa Maria. The 17-year winning record is on the line for Hardee head football coach Bob Martin (pictured) in 1995. Martin starts his 18th and final season at Hardee Senior High School next week when the Wildcats clash with the DeSoto Bulldogs in a pre-season classic in Arcadia. Martin said recently this will be his last year at the helm of a team which has not had a losing .season under his leadership. A combination of health prob- lems "and just getting older" led him to decide that it was time to hand the reins over, "to give some- one else a chance." h A 6A The Herald-Advocate, August 18, 2005 CHRYSE- 'L IER 2005 CHRYSLER 300C HEMI. Loaded! C H R Y S L E R ONLY IN A J E E P nOD3E D 0 D G E Was..........$37,940 Employee Discount ..$32,520 . Factory Rebate ....$1,500 English 'IP Discount..$1,500 NOW $29,520"* E OIMPLOY PRICING I-I 5r'S L I ONLY IN A P"""'I Jeep 2005 JEEP WRANGLER Au NEW 2006 DODGE CHARGER RT NowINSTOCK! Was.......... $23,975 ,_ Employee Pricing Discount..$21,675 - Factory . Rebate....$500 NOW $21,175** 2005 DODGE DURANGO slkDulAir Employee Pdrcing Discount.. 526,21 I Factory -- Rebate .....$3,500 NOW $22,711"* 2005 DODGE NEON re l*-. B lip. r,. spoiler zz "aS s?1=?=.-'-.-- Was.......... $19,095 Employee | 6 Pricing Discount..$17,588 ' factory Rebate.....$ 1,500 NOW $16,088** 2005 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE w'I ,=C R*- . l^ipiHBLi'io DO C (@ "--# x Was..........$16,940 Was..................... $25,595 Z Was............. $29,920 S Employee Employee Employee Pricing g--- Primg Pricing Discount..$15,428 Discount............. $23,218 Discount.....$27,070 Factory --7 Factory Rebate.... $1,500 '' ENGLISH Rebate .....$2,000 ENGLISH DISCOUNT... $2,750 DISCOUNT ..$3,100 NOW $13,428" NOW $18,968* NOW $23,970"* *All prices are after all rebates and do not include taxes, license + $399.95 delivery fee. Special Financing in lieu of rebate. Dealership not responsible for typographical errors. Pictures for illustration purposes only. 2005 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO Thw ........... $3 ,440 Employee Pricing ^--- Discount.....$28,856 -.. Rebate ........ $2,000 ENGLISH,, DISCOUNT.. $1,000 It '' *- *"'y^- NOW $25,856** 2005 DODGE DAKOTA SLT CLUB CAB sa'osac_ Auto..VC Employee ~ . Dlscount..$21,268 / -- Factory 1 -,,':'-, Rebate .....$2,500 v, r, English Discount..$1,000 NOW $17,768*" 2005 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE si5; Tc ^^ FullPoler. :1 I : : : a na-wa en ia- 7-444- 81-73474 IS ana S Ifo USED CAR 2003 Pontiac 2002 Dodge 2001 Ford 2001 G Aztek Ram 1500 Quad Cab Focus 4 Door LX Focus All Power Equipment. CD Player, SLY Vs AIfP..r Equ,pinrnt iaBe >l,n Tr,,-i, Loadea with Power Equipment SLE. V6, Power W Local Trade, Alloys PFrkig 5 ,CSl Local Trade. Great on Gas. loys. CD'Slereo. Only $11,988 Only $18,988 Only $5,988 Only$ B LOWOUT MC Jimmy 2002 Mercury 2002 Ford 2003 Chevy S-10 4 Door LX Mountaineer F-150 Super Cab Windows S LociE.'a'l' ai.,3rd SE, Le.ilher Alloys, Lrt Alloys, Pcer W.rdow Lo:s. Cab Auto.StereoCD. Alloys Till Cruise Control Running Boards, CD,Traller Package CD. Till Cruise Great on Gas $10,988 Only $14,588 Only $13,988 Only $12,588 BAD CREDIT NO CREDIT REPOSESSION Call Joe Mullins at 773-4744 1999 Dodge Ram 1500 SLT Quad. is, Auto P,., ir EqupT'.i,',l, 51.reol CD, Trailer Package, Bed Liner, Alloys, Extra Clean Only $11,988 c-' &t H "Most Dependable on the Road" CHECK OUT T 0 L E T C H E V CV CHMIEVROLET ,-,Chevrolet - t'I I He I here HE EXTRA SAVINGS WITH OUR ENGLISH "How Do W Do DIS OUNTS! 2005CHE SUBURBAN Z71 200 EVYAVALANCHE Z-71 2005CHEVY TAHOE Z-7f1 2005 7.CHEVY. SUBURBAN/ Z71 ",. 19 M1fl05117G -, -. iiM&1Ink L3-NLoa ded ,. U N R - L was $50,655 Employee Discount Price... $42,875" S Factory Rebate $3,000 ENGLISH DEMO DISCOUNT ....... $2,000 -C--- .... -- nW / / H 2005CHEVY 1500 EXT.CAB L E- StiN52OC wL as $29 Employee Discount Price... $25,2 E Factory Rebate $3 ENGLISH DEMO DISCOUNT....... $1 -: N0W ?IN ) 1 *" ^'- MA S HOW DO WE DO IT! I HOW WE Di Was $41,690 Employee Discount Price... $35,369" Factory Rebate $3,000 ENGLISH DISCOUNT.............. $2,000 ---_Q N0W $30,365ff** ;' \/-/ NOW',* i13 ", 2005 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LT. . s -tSo-S -- FilldPi DO HOW ) Ir. WED SDO 1 '! HOW D 0 IT. W i:"I WE DO I Was $42,285 I Employee Discount Price... $35,846" Factory Rebate $3,000 ENGLISH DEMO DISCOUNT....... $2,000 NOW $3OM6' 2005 CHEVY EQUINOX LS Sk 536?G N DO HOW D HOW DO IT! WE DO ITi Was $27,410 Employee Discount Price. $24,37o a Factory Rebate $2,000 ENGLISH DEMO DISCOUNT .......$2,000 2005 CHEVY SSR Si5224GS hawwwl-f Was W,710 Was $30,975 Employee I 298" Employee Discount Price... $27,207- Was $22,430 Factory Ret ,000 Factory Rebate $2,500 Employee Discount Price...... $20,204 ENGLISH DIS ,500 ENGLISH DEMO DISCOUNT....... $2,500 Factory Rebate $500 7*A c-l n NO W s0'* --O els NOWSl l i i *All prices are after all rebates and do not include taxes, license + $399.95 delivery fee. Special Financing in lieu of rebate. Dealership not responsible for typographical errors. Pictures for illustration purposes only. HOW DO WE DO IT! $46,840 I Discount Price... $42,334'9 bate $2,000 COUNT............. $2,500 8:1 8c 8-16-05 152646 I .1 min I I i jII M 1A7 -- I iEl A I ,i i -IF ENGLISH . DEMO ' DISCOUNT ...$5,337 NOW $28,998* 2005 JEEP LIBERTY LIMITED Was ............... $24,510 - Employee Discount....... $22,252 * Factory Rebate .......... $2,000 ENGLISH . DISCOUNT ....$1,000 NOW $19,252"* 2005 DODGE 2500 SLT QUAD CAB sa ,,, DIESEL, Full Power 2005 CHEVY IMPALA LS, s ,e t ,b i-, C H E V R 0 L E T C H E V R 0 L E T C H E V R Og, L E T m Emmommmm 0 II I . HE R Y S ^ L E R ONLY IN A E p D 70 SD G 8-16-05 1 4 E m i yl Im HOW D WE DO I `r August 18, 2005, The Herald-Advocate 7A TRIM Notices In Mail By JOAN SEAMAN Of The Herald-Advocate Area residents should have received their annual proposed tax Notices. Property Appraiser Kathy i Crawford and her staff mailed TRIM notices to all property own- ers in the county last week. These are not the tax bills which will come out in November. Any property owner who has not received a TRIM notice should contact the Property Appraiser's Office at 773-2196 or stop by her office in Courthouse Annex II at the intersection of Oak Street and U. S. 17 South. The TRuth In Millage forms sim- ply tell residents what they can expect when they receive their tax notices, tells them of public budget ' :0REAL 7 i7I EESTE *41-I klE.L I': D'OF JCHI'i ;.f: TNE D5 ~ i ErSE R-jl:I WI:AiJCHL'Jt-) F; 338773 hearings on proposed taxes, and how to appeal them. When the bills are received they will include non-ad valorem assess- ments for solid waste and fire. Those in the municipalities pay the solid waste (garbage) on their utili- ty bills and will have only the fire protection assessment on their tax bills in November. Solid waste assessments may NOTICE OF PROPOSED PROPERTY TAXES DO NOT PAY THIS IS NOT A BILL The taxing authorities which levy property taxes against your property will soon hold Public Hearings to adopt budgets and tax rates for the next year. The purpose of these Public Hearings Is to receive opinions from the general public and to answer questions on the proposed tax change and budget PriorToTaldng Final Action. Each taxing authority may Amend or Alter Its proposals at the hearing. AC Wi i2 OF NW ,1/4 OF SEii"/'4 501F'223 586P165 632F200(PRECO:, c'77F40C2RD/Mi/AiGREE Your property Your taxes this year if proposed A public hearing on the proposed taxes Your taxes this year If no Taxing Authority taxes last year budget change is made and budget will be held: budget change Is made , County V, 6..'S. T-' 5 6 P. SEPT 15 T CC C-iHMBERS 926.97 S"" ""-412 W ORANGE ST RM 102 WAUCHULA Public Schools: ByStateLaw Bad,,O 35 '2 .-s 5:(10)'i SEPT S HJH i'EDIA CENTER 577.29 By Local Board '... ']: E96.587 200 S. FLORIDA AVE. WAUCHULA 288.49 Water Management -,7 District ~.~e- 5.39 5:01Pil SEFPT 13 TAMPFA SERVICE OFF . ct 760 US HrWY 301i N TAMPA FL S ,:si-iAS N i., .'::7 5:C1 SEfT 1.3 TAFHP SE:iE: OFF :17.96 76,01 US HWY 35)i TAMNPAt Independent Special Districts* SVoter Approved* 6 ,, 42..0 5-30PI' SEFT 12 BOCC CHAMLBERS 4a.OS Debt Payments 2 W ORANGE ST RM 102 WAUCHULA Total Property Taxes 1 9."2. 19 p C9 189 5- COLUMN 1* COLUMN 2* COLUMN 3" Your property value tMalet Vaue Asssed Value Exem oa Taxab Value S- 1-7.E 9 .17, C5,000' 9S, . You property value * SEE REVEh5E SIDE FOR EXPLANATIONS IFYOUFEELTHEMARKETVALUEOFYOURPROPERTYIS NACCURATEORDOESNOTREFLECTFAIRMARKETVALUE.CONTACTYOURCOUNTYPROPERTY APPRAISER AT - .IFTHE PbPERTYAPPRAISEESOFFICE ISUNABLETEfl'A U6 MAY.FILEAF I S MWITHTHE VALUE ADJUSTMENTSOAF 1 FORMS ARE AVAILABLE FROM THE COUNTY PROPERTYAPPRAISER AND MUST BE FILED ON OR BEFORE: 0 --(D4 . YOURFINALTAX BILLMAYCONTAIN NON-ADVALOREMASSESSMEtpSWHICHMAY NOTSBEREFLECTEDONTHISNOTICESUCHASASSESSMENTS FOR ROADS,DRANAGE,GARBAEFIREUGHnNG. DR474 WATER. SEWER, OR OTHER GOVERNMENTAL SERVICES AND FACIUTIES WHICH MAYBE LEVIED BY YOUR COUNTY. CITY. ORANY SPECIAL DISTRICT. 01/02 change for those in the unincorpo- rated areas of the county served by Hardee County Disposal System, which was awarded the franchise several years ago. The current assessment of $154 a year is broken down into $70 dis- posal and $84 collection. After a public hearing on Tuesday, Aug. 30 at 6 p.m., the County Commission may increase the collection cost to $86.30. The annual assessment would then be $156.30 per year. Fire assessments have been $108. There has been discussion on increasing this or adding a second assessment for emergency or res- cue costs. The County Commission has not made a decision, nor sched- uled a public hearing on the matter. Overall, taxes will hold pretty steadily on millage rates, but increase because the same millage brings in more money this year than last because of property values differences. "This year has been a unique year. Our office has been faced with balancing the increases in property values driven by econom- ics with the decreases in property values resulting from the hurri- canes," said Crawford. "Property owners that received no significant structural damage should expect to experience some increase in the value of their prop- erty. Florida Statutes and guidelines set by the state Department of Revenue require that the values placed on property must be in. accordance with values dictated by the market. As land values increase and the cost of construction increases, the result to the (taxing) equation is increases in overall property values explained Crawford. The TRIM notices tell residents what their taxes were last year, what they will be in the coming year if budgets are approved and what they would have been (called tie roll-back rate) if public officials had set taxes to raise only the same amount of money as last year. (In the county, the proposed millage is the same as last year, 8.7064. The roll-back rate is 8.618. "The taxes to be paid are broken down among each taxing authority. If property owners have any ques- tions regarding the values imposed on their property, they should first contact the Property Appraiser's Office. If we are unable to resolve the matter, the property owner may file a petition with the Value Adjust Board (three commissioners and two School Board members) before the Sept. 6 deadline," said TAX/BUDGET HEARINGS Sept. 8 School Board (final) 5:01 p.m. Sept. 12 Indigent Helath Care Board .5:30 p.m. Zolfo Springs 7:00 p.m. Sept. 13 Water Management (Tampa) 5:01 p.m. Wauchula 6:00 p.m. Bowling Green 6:30 p.m. Sept. 19 Bowling Green 5:15 p.m. Sept. 26 County Commission 5:01 p.m. Sept. 27 Water Board (Brooksville) 6:00 p.m. Indigent Health Care Board 5:30 p.m. Wauchula 6:00 p.m. Crawford. Appeals will be heard the following week and must be based on specific factor, not just a reluctance to pay taxes. Crawford also explained one other tax situation. "In evaluating ways to assist the agricultural industry for the damage received from the hurricanes, we determined that keeping the values in line with the values of 2004 would be most beneficial to the property owner. With the exception of citrus, all ag classification values remained the same as they were in the previous year. "All citrus values are derived by evaluating a five-year average for each category of citrus. In a year where economics dictate an increase in all land values, our county applied no increase to the base land rate for citrus. The base rate that is currently applied to all citrus land, regardless of produc- tion levels, is $1,200 per acre-the additional per acre value is based on income received for each cate- gory .of citrus," concluded Crawford. Public hearings on each govern- ment's budget are set for September, except for the School Board, which has already had it first public hearing. Its final public hearing is set for 5:01 p.m. on Sept. 8. The Indigent Health Care Board's first public hearing is 5:30 p.m. on Sept. 12, Its millage decreases each year because the tax for paying hospital costs for county residents treated at Florida Hospital-Wauchula is limited, by ordinance, to a maximum of $550,000 per year. With more resi- dences and businesses in the coun- ty, each homeowner's share is a lit- tle less. The second public hearing is Sept. 27 at 5:30 p.m. Zolfo Springs will also have its first public hearing on Sept. 12, but at 7 p.m. A date for the final public hearing has not yet been scheduled. On Sept. 13, there are four public hearings. At 5:01 pm., the Southwest Florida Water Management District will hold its first public hearing on the district and basin board bud- gets. Peace River Basin Board, which includes Hardee County, and the district board are not changing millage. A second public hearing is Sept. 27 in the agency's Brooksville office at 5:01 p.m. On Sept. 13, there will also be, Wauchula, County Commission and Bowling Green public hear- ings. Wauchula will meet again on Sept. 27, at 6 p.m. The county's second public hearing is Sept. 6 at 6 p.m. Bowling Green's second hear- ing is on Sept. 19 at 5:15 p.m. THURSDAY, AUG. 25 VHardee County Commis- sion, regular meeting, Room 102, Courthouse Annex I, 412 W. Orange St., Wauchula, 8:30 a.m. VVHardee County School Board, regular meeting, Hardee Junior High School Media Center, 200 S. Florida Ave., Wauchula, 5 p.m. Wish I had time for just one more bowl of chili. A The Herald-Advocate, August 18, 2005 8 Welcome Sight At Home At School On Vacation Wherever You Are! 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Date: I Subscription From To 3 Name Mailing Address Shone I ,, ,:.,,.d I THE HERALD-ADVOCATE i:,, P.O B o x 3 3 8 1/ N .115 S. 7thAve. i i Wauchula, FL 33873 (863) 773-3255 Smm m m m mmm mm m m mmmm SUBSCRIPTION RATES In County: 6 Months $16.00; 1 Year $28.00; 2 Years $54.00 Out of County: 6 Months $20.00; 1 Year $37.00; 2 Years $72.00 Out of State: 6 Months $24.00; 1 Year $44.00; 2 Years $86.00 Always A : I ~ August 18, 2005, The Herald-Advocate 9A By C.J. MOUSER For The Herald-Advocate 'I was 10 years old, a dedicated tomboy and budding wrestler when my mother decided that I was going to learn to play the piano. We didn't even own a piano, so- daily practice was out of the question. But that didn't stop my mother from setting up ,weekly lessons with a teacher in the neigh- borhood, since she viewed playing the piano as my first step toward becoming "a lady." Naturally, under the circumstances, the lessons felt like a punishment. So it was with a certain amount of irritation one fall afternoon that I walked the six-blocks to the address my mother had printed on an index card she had given me; along with $3 to ;pay for the lesson. The little house sat way back off the .street at the end of a gravel path. It was lit- erally buried in flowering bushes and trees., I had passed this house every day for four ..years on my way to and from school, but had no idea who lived in it. It was one of a 'few "mystery" houses in the neighborhood and the subject of much childhood gossip .and speculation. * I knocked and waited, clutching the ,card, which also had the day and time of my weekly lessons and my name printed on .it; just in case I forgot who I was, I could just hand over the card. Good ol' Mom. Lessons were on Wednesdays at 4. .There was no beginning or ending date,' .which made the whole thing feel like a sen- 'tence with no conclusion ... no possibility :of parole or time off for good behavior. I stood there for what seemed an eterni- ty and had almost decided that I had :escaped the two-hour-long torture session .when there was a shuffling sound from deep inside the house. I waited, my shoes -crunching the gravel each time I moved,:, .grasping the card with my mother's hand- :writing on it ... my only connection to the ;world at the other end of the path where the 'sun still shined. A figure emerged from the gloom inside, 'the house, and paused just out of reach of my eager eyes. "Hello?" I inquired timidly, my nose mere inches from the screen door and the dusty wire mesh that helped to conceal the mystifying figure. "Vat you vant?" came the reply. "I don't vant no cookies, yah'?" "I'm ... I'm supposed to take piano lessons," I said, blushing. Had, I come to the wrong house? I quickly checked the address on the card. It matched the little brass numbers that were tacked on the side of the front door. No. I was at the right place, all right. There was an agonizingly long silence before the voice came again. "Oh, yah. Yah, dis is right. You come inzide," the voice said, and then the shuf- fling repeated, only tis time in the other direction. I swallowed around a lump in my throat and reached for the handle to the screen door. Where had my mother sent me? The place was a dungeon! Did she even know who lived in the house? Maybe it was all an .elaborate trap. Maybe it was some kind of phony-piano-teaching, kid-stealing crime ring and I was the next victim! The screen door opened with a horrify- ing screech as the rusty spring screamed out a reluctant alarm. I stepped into what I assumed was known as a mud room; a place to pause and remove a dripping rain- coat or muddy shoes, but looked more like' the back of a seldom used closet. Newspapers, magazines, assorted boxes and paper bags filled with unidentifiable con- tents lined both walls, leaving only a path- way which Ifollowed hesitantly. At the end of the mud room \xas the liv- ing room. I was astonished'to find that this room also'was crammed full of boxes and bags and \%as as dark and dreary as King Tut's tomb. Left to my own devices, I fol- lowed the only path that was available, through a gloomy kitchen and down a long hallway, until eventually I encountered the only room in the house into which the sun- shine wI'as encouraged to come. Against one \\all sat a baby grand piano. above which dust motes danced and in front of which was a daint y little upholstered stool with a ridiculous six-inch red silk f fringe dangling from the seat cushion. Near the piano in a tattered old recliner sat the woman who I assumed had been attached to the voice at the door. "Come here," she demanded. I crossed the room and stood before her chair, and for the first time \ve had a good look at each- other. Her clothing was layered: a loose- fitting blouse over a light flowered skirt that stopped somewhere between her knees and feet. Under that, a shift of some sort, i and over it, a light sweater. On her feet were sensible old lady shoes into which her sagging stockings p'iddled. "Give me your hands." she demanded. The grandfather clock down the hall chose that moment to herald the hour of 4 o'clock. The first gong of the chime caused me to jump like I'd been shot. "You are not afraid of me," the old lady , said matter-of-factly, and something in her watery blue eyes made it true. "Ahh, yes." she said as she examined. my hands. "Your mother is a wise woman. You haf piano-playing fingers." "I do?" I, too, examined my-hands. Volleyball Starts Tuesday By JOAN SEAMAN - Of The Herald-Advocate Lady Wildcat Volleyball begins at home on Tuesday. 'Coach Ken. Leupold is excited about his volleyball squads which open at home against DeSoto, per-, haps the toughest challenge in the Class 4A, District 10 competition. Other district opponents 'are .Avon Park,' Sarasota Booker, 'Palmetto, Sebring and Braden iRiver, a new school at Bradenton ;taking students from Southeast and 'Lakewood Ranch. None of these :will be easy opponents. Hardee also plays non-district ;matches against Lake Placid, 'Bartow, Frostproof and Lakeland 'Christian, again challenges to over- come. Seniors Micaela Hall, Santresa ;Harris and Heather McKinney will :lead the varsity squad. Hall and 'Harris play right side specialist, .with Harris also a defensive spe- .cialist. McKinney is an outside hit- ter. The varsity juniors are setters fDanielle Hines and transfer student ,Bethany Lang, who will also play %:hitter, -along with D. K. Davis. ,Madison Graham and Sarah -.Mahoney are middle blockers/hit- ters. Jahna Davis is a defensive spe- . cialist. I The only sophomore on the var- .ty is Marissa Hall, who will also be a defensive specialist. The junior varsity will be, anchored by junior Juliann Davis, a setter. Sophs are Jerrica Grimsley, Kimberly Holt. Gloria Solis. : Amber Steedley and Megan White. 'The JV freshmen are Laura ;C-alvillo, Christy Davis, Jessica o Gon.iales, Hannah Marshall, .Kristen Robertson and Kembdr Townsend. Two players are injured and may not play immediately. For the varsi- tv, it is Hines,.with Townsend side- lined by an ankle sprain. "The girls are improving quite a bit. doing' everything better than last year's squad." said Leupold. %who %will be assisted by his wife Barbara and son Jonathan, both trained in the sport. The 20-match season has a cou- pie of three-match weeks, with at least one at home. It all leads up to the district playoffs at DeSoto the week of Oct. 18th. Come out and support the 2iris as the\ meet the challenging season head on. Games start at 6 p.m. with the junior varsity in action. Varsity play starts about 7:30, in the best of five games format. 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JVNarsity JVNarsity JVNarsity Varsity Only Varsity Only Home Away Away Home Away Away Home Home Away Away Home Home Away Home Home Away Away Home Away Home 6:00/7:30 6:00/7:30 6:00/7:00 6:0017:30 6:00/7:30 6:00/7:30 6:00/7:00 6:00/7:00 6:00/7:30 6:00/7:30 6:00/7:30 6:00/7:30 6:30/7:30 6:00/7:30 6:00/7:30 6:00/7:00 6:00/7:00 6:00/7:30 6:00/7:30 6:00/7:30 De Soto TBA lament at Lakeland ** District matches "See the long, delicate fingers? You vill tongue in chef do veil." My Twin" acr "Cool," I replied automatically, consis- When I an tent with the slang of the period, and the the first thing old lady frowned. parked in the "You play now," she said, picking up a How could M small basket at her feet which held assorted for another ct balls of colorful yam and two knitting nee- I had long dles. entry, so I yar "I don't know how to play anything," I behind my ba protested. living room v "Of course you do," she argued. "If you across from e play only one note, you haf made music." but I instantly I sat down on the prissy little stool, and daughter, wh< my right index finger automatically found tos throughout middle C. that the man "This is the beginning," the old lady she spoke ab( said. Then she smiled at me for the first "Who are time. I couldn't During that first lesson I learned about that something the notes of the scale and the.naries for "Oh," the them. By the. time I left for home at 6 girl who take o'clock, I knew how to play "Twinkle, She had n Twinkle, Little Star." I walked home feeling looked nothir like a budding Liberace. "Come an I also had learned that my teacher's I stayed w name was "Mizz Hannah" and that she had sighed and sc played the piano for her income in hands. Germany. I learned-that the boxes and bags "I have a that lined the walls were filled with news- birthday." papers and magazines that announced past Confusion performances and extolled her \ irtues as 'a and I was sur master pianist, I learned that her husband get that much had died years before, and I learned that she Miss Han was 81 years old. But most importantly to room and put her, I learned that her birthday was exactly "My motl the same day as mine, which seemed to Monday morn bring her no end of joy. "She did? "Ve are 1tins, yah?" "Yes. She She went on and on about the fact that ing. we were born the same day, albeit 70-some The man years apart. alarmed. I ha "'This makes us the same, vether you say In grief and s so or not!" she insisted, even though I had in my eyes an not argued with her ... openly. h "'We had My lessons went on with Miss Hannah pidly, and the for sex eral months. I learned the notes "I know. EGBDF. kneeled down ; "You remember Every Good Boy Does' "She thought Fine. Then you vill not forget!" two together. I learned the notes FACE, and where potential. " they were on the piano. She taught me I handed h chords and tempo and several simple songs. another word She taught me rhythm and proper place- screen door s ment of my piano-playingfingers. And over time. I walk time, she taught me to be Very fond of her. my cheeks. So much so that I began to look forward to To this da the elaborate birthday celebration she had that I don't tl planned for our upcoming birthday. bepame the p "I vill make a cake, yah? And on tha~t"' anticipated, t day you vill play a new song for me, and I bought a pia :vill have a surprise for you for a job vell from house tw done!" against the w "I \\anna buy Miss Hannah a birthday When I lc card," I announced to my mother, three see fingers th days prior to my next lesson and our birth- 'raised child day, which by coincidence fell on a gers that hay Wednesday that year. mundane anc any other fin "I think." my mother said as mothers I don't se tend to do when money is tight. "that a card more, for wit made by you would be much more special." died to be I guess in the end she wiis right. I Over the invested at least two hours into meticulous- and the height ly drawing a piano and a little stool corn lowered cons plete \\ith red fringe. I drew an old lady get the time with blue eyes in layered clothing holding a me feel that birthday cake, and the sun streaming in reach, and w through the window behind her. And then. the sky %was I Acres For Industry By CYNTHIA KRAHL Of The Herald-Advocate , The tiny town of Zolfo Springs did last week %what it has wanted to do for a very., ery long time. . It grew. '. Acting on the recommendation of its Zoning Board, the Zolfo Springs Town Council unanimous- ly approved the annexation of 17.04 acres into the municipal lim-- its. In a public hearing before the vote, no objections were heard. Zoning Director Tom Homack. presented the proposal to the coun- cil, noting the request came from Marty Wohl of CTM Investments. Wohl wanted the parcel annexed into the town and zoned I-L for light industrial. The land sits on SR 66 between Garza and Farrell roads and across from acreage owned by the town and used for its sewage treatment facility. . From the audience, Terrin McKelvey-Green asked if Wohl's plans for the property would create jobs in the town. Wohl responded that he plans to develop an industrial park of one-: acre lots. "So, yes, it would create jobs in the town of Zolfo Springs," he said. Hornack noted that the change to the town's Comprehensive Land Use Plan must now be approved by the state Department of Community Affairs., In other action. last Monday night, the council: 'heard Mayor Marilyn Aker, report that the town is using day- labor crews to fill potholes on town streets. The work is done daily, she. said, and started with. the east end of town. Work on the west side begins this week. agreed to seek prices for updat- ed sound equipment, at the recom- mendation of town attorney Gerald Buhr, who noted meetings must be recorded for audible playback.' agreed to advertise for bids for ek, wrote "Happy Birthday To oss the front. rived at Miss Hannah's house, I noticed was the strange car driveway. I was disappointed. iss Hannah schedule a lesson child on our birthday? ; since stopped knocking for nked open the door, the card ack, and made my way to the here a man and a woman sat ach other. I had never met her, y recognized Miss Hannah's om I had seen in framed pho- tt the house. And I suspected was Miss Hannah's son, whom out on occasion. you?" the man demanded. speak, but I knew instantly g was terribly wrong. daughter said. "It's the little s the lessons." o trace of an accent and ig like her mother. d sit down, sweetie." 'here I was, and the man rubbed his face with both lesson," I said. "We have a n had tied my tongue in knots prised that I had managed to h out. nah's daughter crossed the t her hand on my shoulder. her went into the hospital ning, honey." passed away early, this morn- began to sob, and I was d never seen a man cry before. ympathy, big tears welled up id I began to cry, too. a birthday," I said again, stu- woman smiled at me warmly. She told me about you." She n and looked me in the eyes. it was fate.that brought you She thought you had great her the card, and without I left the way I had come, the creeching at-me for the last_ d home, tears streaming down y, not a single birthday passes link of Miss Hannah, I never iano virtuoso that.she had- )ut I eventually went out and no that has moved with me house, and sits there now 'all gathering dust. ok down at my hands now, I Lat type, fingers that have,. en and kneaded bread and fin- e engaged in a multitude of I routine activities, much like gers. e piano-playing fingers,any- h Miss Hannah that dream ,replaced with other dreams. years, the quality of dreams it of the stars I reach for have i'derably. Yet I will never for- and the old woman who made all I had to do was stretch and ith my piano-playing fingers. he limit. - an auditor. ' heard a report from Emergency SManagement Director Rich Shepard on the National Incident Management System for creating a national standard for emergency response. heard that the Police Depart- ment issued $29,115.50 in traffic citations for the month of July, of 'which the town should receive 56 percent at a later date. It was also noted that the most recent collec- tion from the Clerk's Office amounted to $7,520.10. replaced former town clerk Jack Logan on various committees with new Town Clerk Mary Jane Tindell. The changeover places her on committees for transporta- tion,finance, safety, the charter and planning and development. Don't Be Left Out! HARDEE LIVING DEADLINE IS MONDAY AT 5 P.M. YOU Can Appear In... Memory Lane Do you have any old photographs of Hardee County people, places or events you would, be willing to share with our readers? Perhaps your second-grade class, a Main Street scene, family picnic from long ago, canoeing down the Peace River or washing your first car? You can take readers on a walk down Memory Lane by allowing us to print your photo frm Hardee County's past. You will be credited with the submission, and your photo wil be returned. To appear In this feature, sehd the photo along with your name to: Memory Lane, The Herald-Advocate, P.O. Box 338, Wauchula, FL 33873 or stop by the newspaper office at 115 S. Seventh Ave. In Wauchula. October Monday 3 Bartow Tuesday 4 Heartland Christian Thursday 6 Palmetto** Monday 10 Frostproof Tuesday 11 Lake Placid Mon-Fri 18-21 District Saturday 30 Regionals November Thur-Sat 4-6 State Tour 10A The Herald-Advocate, August 18, 2005 Bowling Green Thanks Parker Farms For Hurricane Help By JIM KELLY Of The Herald-Advocate The Bowling Green City Commission on Tuesday, Aug. 9, , gave thanks to Jimmy Parker and Parker Farms for help during and after last seasons' hurricanes. Mayor Perry Knight had a plaque. -lws too*' low a a sosof seC.L0 and said he would deliver it to Parker, who could not attend the meeting. "Mr. Parker gave us use of the packing house, his employees, and forklifts. He handed out ice. He provided an invaluable service at a time of need," said the mayor. 0) 0 0) I wa > Or *0* LM 0~ a. 3. z E E 0.. 0 S The commission approved sever- al home improvement projects in the city for residents through a CDBG housing grant administered by David Fox. Also approved was some paperwork for a $2.25 million grant to the city through the Department of Community Affairs. The commission approved a 'national Incident Management System recommended by Rich Shepard, county emergency opera- tions manager. This will enable the city to help and be helped and par- ticipate in federal emergency plan- ning funds. Charles Fulse said the road he lives along has severe drainage problems. "I have never had water stand in front of my house. There are mosquitoes, snakes and frogs." Fulse said the drainage problem began with the work on U. S. 17. He lives on Mason-Dixon. Commissioner David Durastanti said a garbage truck got stuck by his house due to recent rains. "The area is low. DOT or SWFWMD needs to drain water into U. S. 17." Mayor Knight told Fulse. Knight said he and city manager David Elbertson 'will look into the matter and call agencies for help. Lester Fulse said he has killed 12 water moccasins near his house, that a culvert is stopped up, and grass is grown up in a nearby lot. He lives on Myrick. The Mayor said he would meet with Fulse the next morning to review the situation. "Water was standing in my yard for the first time since 1977," said Knight. Charles Fulse asked for an update on progress for the commu- nity park. David Fox said Chastain-Skilman engineer have just been hired and will draw up specifications to improve the park under a $200,000 state grant. One resident asked if the city could spray for mosquitoes. Randy Mink was given approval to have a concert at the old train depot, which is under operations of the local historical commission headed by Jackie Gibson. "Bowing Green used to have the strawberry festival. Now it is in Plant City," said Mink. Gibson asked if the city could help financially with repairs and improvements to the train depot. More insurance is needed. The gut- ter and security system need repair. A fence and roofover are needed for the caboose donated by CSX and restored by Mosaic. Historical society membership is $12. The depot theme is for a museum, said Gibson. The society usually meets the first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. at the depot.. Prices for equipment at the parks may be presented next month by the recreation committee. The first reading was approved to renew Central Florida Regional Planning Council to prepare the five-year comprehensive plan. The commission approved get- ting bids on two small parcels totalling .94 acre off County Line Road on Bookertee Avenue. Dee Williams-Tatis asked for a city survey of a city-owned 19-acre site on West Main Street past Avion Palms. She wants the city to donate the property as 50 houses of vari- ous sizes can be built for low, mod- erate and market-based income groups. She asked if the city could be a partner in the project or spon- sor the project to help achieve more housing for needy people. City attorney Gerald Buhr said the city cannot give away property to private investors. He 'suggested going out for bids to get the best value. The mayor said Dee Williams-Tatis provided no site plan or other needed information. She also asked that sewer and water impact fees be waived. The fees are $900. Buhr said the fees should be $2,700. Durastanti said the city has limit- ed sewer and water capacity and should not expend, it all On one housing project. The mayor suggested a workshop session to find out more informa- tion. "We need some decent homes.in Bowling Green. There are a lot of people needing homes. That is my concern" said William-Tatis. She said a strip mall is proposed at U.S. 17 and Jones Street that would include a deli, laundromat and two business sites. The mayor and city manager will meet with her representatives. The commission discussed a sex- ual predator ordinance that would ban predators and sexual offenders from moving to within 2,500 feet of schools, churches and daycare cen- ters. A Bowling Green ordinance could be based on one in Miami Beach, said Buhr. Such an ordi- nance would virtually ban new sex- ual predators and sexual offenders from moving into the city. Drug Probe Nets 3 More Suspects By CYNTHIA KRAHL Of The Herald-Advocate Three more suspected drug deal- ers have been charged following a covert narcotics investigation that. 'X began in March. Col. Arnold Lanier of the Hardee County Sheriff's Office, a spokesman for the Inter-Agency Drug Task Force, said the arrests "are rolling in" and that "more can be expected" as a result of the probe. Two arrests were announced last week, and three more this week. P Christopher John Albritton, 24, Albriton who listed an address of 535 ro Prescott Road, Zolfo Springs, was 1/16th of methamphetamine to a arrested on Thursday of last week confidential informant. Both of the and charged with two counts each alleged transactions took place at possession of methamphetamine 627 Green St. in Wauchula, the within 1,000 feet of a church, sale colonel said. of methamphetamine within 1,000 And on Wednesday of last week, feet of a church, operating a nui- mother-daughter Tammy Wilson- sance drug house and possession of Smith Friel and Kathy Rae Friel drug paraphernalia, were jailed. Lanier said the charges stein 'Tarnmm Friel, 37, of 412 N. from two separate, incidnts,- Ninth Ave., Wauchu la, was charged alleged to have occurred on June 13 with drug trafficking, possession of and June 15. In them, Albritton is methamphetamine within 1,000 accused of selling 1.7 grams and feet of a convenience store and pos- E- a- I Friel, K Fiel, T Friel, K Friel, T session of methamphetamine. Lanier alleged that on July .7, Tammy Friel threw 23 grams of methamphetamine into a bathroom at 627 Green St. and then ran into a bedroom as Drug Task Force offi- cers executed a search warrant at the residence. Kathy Friel, of 3373 John Holt Road, Ona, was charged with two counts each possession of metham- phetamine within 1,000 feet of a convenience store and of public housing, sale of methamphetamine within 1,000.feet of each and deliv- ery of drug paraphernalia. She allegedly sold one gram of meth to a confidential informant at the Federal Emergency Manage- ment Agency's temporary trailer park on Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue on July 26, and five grams again on Aug. 10 near a conve- nience store. None of the suspects; have met their bond amounts, and remained in jail this Wednesday pending trial. Need to know a deadline? See the masthead appearing on 2A each week. It lists deadlines for articles and advertisements. 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 rnust 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 - S 'I h *r , ':'' t 1 PHOTO SUBMITTED BY ROWLAND SHACKELFORD ' The 1938 senior class members of Wauchula High School are pictured on the steps of the Hardee County Courthouse. None of those pictured have been identified, however, the four seated in front are the class officers and the adults pictured on either side on the first step are the class sponsors. The courthouse was the chosen place for class pictures over the years. It has recently undergone some major renova- tions, but the familiar steps remain. SHARE YOUR OLD PHOTOS WITH US! Take readers on a walk down Memory Lane by sharing your photos from 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. ."- .< .' :'.. .. -z...,,, '. t:. .', ,' .l,,,, -#. '- .' ." .. ':-*,..'.. ..-. ". .,.. w SS S r -. .fl'~ay~tbt.,sflC Sra4 .r.fl.taCsr Memory Lane .' ,. -- =z:;:::z=1* --- .~~ , m- m August 18, 2005, The Herald-Advocate 11A During the past week, sheriff's deputies and city police officers investigated the following incidents and made the following arrests: COUNTY Aug. 14, Guadalupe Ybarra, 38, of 1820 Oak Wood Loop, Bartow, was arrested by Dep. Mixon Trammell and Bartow Ofc. Baine on Polk County warrants charging aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer, posses- sion of methamphetamine, aggravated fleeing to elude police officers, pos- session of marijuana, battery on a p "e dog, possession of narcotic para- phernalia and habitual driving while license suspended. Aug. 14, a residential burglary at Lockmiller Road and a vehicle stolen on Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue were reported. Aug. 13, Jose Luis Campos, 28, of 1156 Downing Circle, Wauchula, was arrested by Dep. Todd Souther and Florida Highway Patrol Tpr. S.D. McKinney and charged with leaving the scene of an accident with proper- ty damage, resisting arrest without violence.and driving with knowledge of a suspended license. Aug. 13, Steven Michael Hall, 43, of 402 Walker Road, Avon Park, was arrested by Dep. Todd Southers on capiases alleging failure to appear in court on failure to pay fines on convictions for battery and violation of an injunction for protection. Aug. 13, criminal mischief on Airport Road was reported. Aug. 12, criminal mischief on Peace River-Woods Drive, burglary of a conveyance on Corncrib Road and a fight on Petteway Road were report- ed. Aug. 11, Ernest Warren, 52, of 1840 Fourth St. NW, Winter Haven, was arrested by Sgt. David Drake on a warrant alleging violation of proba- tion (original charge petit theft). Aug. 11, Josephine Garza,.34, of 855 Pleasant Way, Bowling Green, was arrested by Dep. Paul Johnson on a warrant alleging violation of pro- bation (original charge felony battery). Aug. 11, Christopher John Albritton, 24, of 535 Prescott Road, Zolfo -Springs, was arrested by the countywide Drug Task Force and charged with two counts of possession of methamphetamine within 1,000 feet of a church, two counts of sale of methamphetamine within 1,000 feet of a r church, two counts operating a nuisance drug house, possession of drug paraphernalia and delivery of drug paraphernalia. S Aug. 11, Roland Lopez Arguijo, 48, of 1684 Carlton St., Zolfo Springs, was arrested by, Dep. Mark McCoy and charged with possession of Methamphetamine arid possession of drug paraphernalia,. Aug. 11, a 17-year-old Wauchula youth was arrested by Dep. Manuel Zuniga. and charged with domestic violence battery. Aug. 11, criminal mischief at Lost.Acres Drive and Martin Luther King :.-:Jr. Avenue, a theft on Sumner Road and a stolen vehicle were reported. Aug. 10, Tammy Friel Wilson-Smith, 37, of 412 N. Ninth Ave., Wauchula. wvas arrested by the Drug Task Force and charged with drug traf- f ticking, possession of methamphetamine with intent to sell within 1,000 'feet of a convenience store and possession of methamphetamine. Aug. 10, Kathy Ray Friel, 20, of 3373 John Holt Road, Ona, was ,. arrested by the Drug Task Force and charged with possession of metham- phetamine within 1,000 feet of a convenience store, sale of methampheta- mine within 1,000 feet of a convenience store, two counts delivery of drug, paraphernalia, possession of methamphetamine within 1,000 feet of public housing and sale of methamphetamine within 1,000 feet of public housing. : Aug. 10, Marcos Hernandez, ofHuss Street, Wauchula, was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on a charge of violation of probation (original charge carrying a concealed weapon). Aug. 10, Santos Luna, 27, of 4632 Pine Ave., Bowling Green, was arrested by the Drug Task Force and charged with felony fleeing to elude a police officer. Aug. 10, Roberto Zurita, 19, of 4802 Epps Ave., Bowling Green, was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on charges of violation of probation (original charge DUI and no valid-lieense). -; Aug. 10, Mario Alonzo Rodriguez. 26, of 4407 Beachwood Road, Bowling Green, was arrested by Sgt. Lyle Hart on a capias alleging failure to pay a fine on a conviction for trespass). Aug. 10, residential burglaries on Heard Bridge Road and Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, thefts at Prescott and Popash Roads and fight on North Road were reported. Aug. 9, James Raymond Richardson, 18, of 1867 Kazen Road, Wauchula, was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on three counts fraudulent use REQUESTS FOR PROPOSALS The Town of Zolfo Springs invites qualified CPA firms to provide a statement of their qualifications to perform audit services for the City. Copies of the RFP may be obtained from Mary Jane Tindell, Town Clerk at 863-735-0405. 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Harper and charged with entering a park in a non-designated area and evasion of park fees. Aug. 9, Brandon Scott Poucher, 20, of 219 N. Eighth Ave., Wauchula, was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on charges of violation of probation (orig- inal charges aggravated battery on a pregnant woman, grand theft auto and possession of methamphetamine). Aug. 9, Armando Hinojosa, 27, of 979 Steve Roberts Special, Zolfo Springs, was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on a charge of interfering with child custody. Aug. 9, Manuel Zamarripa, 24, of 105 Constitution Lane, Frostproof, was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on a warrant charging him with violation of probation (original charge felony attempting to flee to elude a police offi- cer). Aug. 9, Daniel Ross Pelham, 21, of 1565 Old Bradenton Road, Wauchula, was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on a warrant alleging failure to appear in court on a charge of grand theft. Aug. 9, Ignacio Avila Albarran, 29, P. 0. Box 2258, Lake Placid, was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on a warrant alleging failure to appear in court on a charge of fleeing to elude a police officer. Aug. 9, Jorge David Torres-Villanueva, 17, of 315 SR 62, Wauchula, was arrested by Sgt. Kevin White and charged with aggravated battery. Aug. 9, a 16-year-old Zolfo Springs youth was arrested by-Dep. Julie Bridges and charged with trespassing. He was detained on Highlands County warrants charging him with attempted fleeing to elude a police offi- cer, resisting arrest without violence, no valid license and reckless driving. Aug. 9, a residential burglary on Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, thefts on Hogan and-South-roads and Tuskegee Street, criminal mischief on Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue and a vehicle stolen on U. S. 17 North were reported. Aug. 8, Troy Coleman Dickey, 31, of 944 Buttonwood Drive, Wauchula, was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on a warrant charging him with violation of community control-house arrest (original charge possession of methamphetamine with intent to sell). Aug. 8, Ralph Cabrera, 39, of 510 W. Plaza, Tampa, was arrested by Parole Ofc. Russell Odham on a charge of violation of parole. Aug. 8, criminal mischief on Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, and thefts on Hammock Road and West Main Street were reported. WAUCHULA Aug. 14, Douglas Joyner, 32, of 157 Will Duke Road, Wauchula, Was arrested by Ofc. Angie Hill and charged with trespass after warning. Aug. 12, Cipriano Herrera-Andres, 35. of 4463 E. Main St., Wauchula, was arrested by Sgt. John Eason and charged with DUI. Aug. 12, a tag. stolen on U. S. 17 South was reported. Aug. 11, Masharie LaQuentes Herbert, 30, of 1657 Cactus Ave., Wauchula, was arrested by Det. Sgt. David Stimson and charged with tres- pass. . Aug. 11, a residential burglary on W. Main Street was reported. Aug. 9, a residential burglary on'Hawaiian Drive was reported. Aug. 8, Michael Harry Mohn, 61, of 404 N. Seventh Ave., Wauchula, was arrested by Sgt. John Eason and charged with disorderly intoxication, assault and resisting arrest without violence. Aug. 8, a residential burglary on South Ninth Avenue, criminal mis- 'chief on South Ninth Avenue and a theft on East Bay Street were reported. BOWLING GREEN Aug. 10, Larry Lee Camacho, 25. of 715 Avon St., Bowling Green, was arrested by Sgt. Robert Ehrenkaufer and charged with domestic assault. Aug. 9, a vehicle stolen on Grove Street was reported. . Aug. 8, Hugo Salazar, 24, General Delivery, Bowling Green, was arrested by Ofc. Jereme Bridges and charged with DUI and no valid license. .. ZOLFO SPRINGS Aug. 13, Enrique Rick Gonzalez, 48, of 3112 Magnolia St., Zolfo Springs, was arrested- by Ofc. Warren Brittingham and charged with sale/delivery of marijuana, and sale/delivery of marijuana within 1,000 feet of a school. , Aug. 13, Robert Breland, 18, of Wauchula Garden Apts., Wauchula, was arrested by Ofc. Warren Brittingham and sheriff's Sgt. Kevin White on charges of possession of a firearm during commission of a crime, carrying a concealed weapon. opening display of a firearm or weapon, aggravated assault, driving with knowledge of a suspended license, leaving the scene of an accident with property damage, possession of a firearm by a convict- ed felon, resisting arrest without violence. He was detained on warrants alleging failure to appear in court on charges of no valid license and pretri- al on a charge of aggravated battery.. - Aug. 12, a 17-year-old Arcadia youth was arrested by Ofc. Warren Brittingham and charged with possession of marijuana. " Aug. 10, Steve Allen Martin, 47, of 3614 Michigan Ave., Sebring, was arrested by Ofc. Warren Brittingham on a Highlands County warrant charg- irng him with violation of probation (original charge DUI). Every improvement in commu- nication makes the bore more terrible. -Frank Moore Colby INVITATION TO BID BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS HARDEE COUNTY, FLORIDA The Board of County Commissioners, Hardee County, Florida, hereinafter referred to as "County" is soliciting bids from qualified, licensed communi- cations firms to lease an area, approximately 60' x 60', In the southwest quad- rant of the area known as Hardee Park to locate and construct a communi- cations tower. Sealed BIDS will be received at: Hardee County Purchasing Office Attn: Jack Logan, Purchasing Director , 205 Hanchey Road ; Wauchula, FL 33873 ' until Monday 2:00 P.M., local time, September 12,2005, at which time they will be publicly opened by the County Purchasing Director or designee and read aloud. Any BIDS received after the time specified will not be accepted. Each vendor responing to this Invitation to Bid is to provide a complete and detailed manufacturer's specifications, documentation on all components specified and pricing as specified herein. Bid documents may be obtained from the Hardee County Purchasing Office, 205 Hanchey Road, Wauchula, Florida 33873, or by faxing a request to (863) 773-0322. BIDDERS shall confine their bids to the project in its entirety. Partial BIDS will not be considered. Bids submitted by FAX or other electronic media will NOT be accepted under any circumstances. Late bids will NOT be accepted and will be returned to the bidder. -. An original BID (clearly markedas-the "ORIGINAl") with two (2) copies must be sealed and tle outside of the envelope must be marked: SEALED BID - LOCATE AND CONSTRUCT COMMUNICATIONS TOWER IN HARDEE PARK. Bid will be awarded by the Board of County Commissioners at 9:00 A.M.. Thursday. 9/22/05. The County reserves the right to: waive Informalities and/or Irregularities In any BID, delete any portion of the project; extend the project within the limits of the work involved which in its Judgement Is in the best Interest of the County. The County reserves the right to reject any or all bld(s). The-County may postpone the award for a period of time which shall not extend beyond sixty (60) calander days from the Bid opening date. Gordon R. Norris, Chairman Board of County Commissioners, Hardee County, Florida: '' '* 8"18c .: ,. .: .'8 :.18c Well, football gets under way again on Friday evening, in the presea- son game at Lake Region, at Eagle Lake. Take U. S. 17 north and stay on it, proceeding toward Winter Haven. Go all the way through Eagle Lake. When you reach the final stop light at the end of town, turn right and fol- low the Thunder Road signs into Thunder Stadium. The Cats are ready to go; they've been practicing since Aug. 1 under the new regulations of the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA). The preseason game is against:Lake Region, a Class 4A, District 12 school in with Winter Haven, Armwood-Sefner and Auburndale, all tough competition. Hardee head coach Derren Bryan, in his fifth year at the helm of the Cats, is preparing them for a physical game against the bigger, and possi- bly stronger, Thunder, coached by Randy Myers. Hardee's first regular season game is at Cape Coral Mariner, off 1-75 South past Fort Myers. The first home game is Sept. 2, against defending 2A state champion Fort Meade. The rest of the schedule includes teams in a higher classification or ones with, an outstanding record, like St. Petersburg Catholic in the fourth game of the season. Also, because of FHSAA rules mandating that district opponents play on the sixth, eighth and 10th games of the season, Hardee had to schedule Sebring, Avon Park and DeSoto games accordingly. This will be the first year that DeSoto is not the final game of the season. It will, however, be Senior Night. Homecoming will be at the Oct. 21 home game against Haines City. Wildcat Stadium should be ready for the Cats' first home game. Jerry Kapusta, who coordinates sale of football paraphernalia and tickets, reminds those that purchased season or reserve tickets last year that they need to trade them in for 2005 tickets. ' Also caps and T-shirts, at $8 each, are on sale at Hanchey's Carpets, 110 E. Main St., Wauchula, or by calling Kapusta at 773-3173 (work) or 773-4845 (home). JV Football starts with an Aug. 25 game at Port Charlotte. There are only two home games on the JV schedule, many teams unwilling to put the junior Cats on the schedule because of their success in past games. Junior High football begins Sept. 20 at home against Avon Park. There are new coaches this year. Gregg White will be head coach and be assisted by a pair of former Wildcats, Rashad Faison and Hacam Shweil. We do not know when Youth Football starts. Signups ended Aug. 12. As soon as we have information, we will share it with you. Other fall sports are also getting under way. Girls volleyball will start on Aug. 23, at home against DeSoto, a formidable opponent with many players who play year-round. Boys golf opens at Sebring on Aug. 22. The girls team starts at the home Torrey Oaks course on Aug. 23 against George Jenkins High. Golf, cross country and swimming/diving schedules are not available yet. They are slated to start in early 'September. Junior high softball begins Sept. 12 at Sebring. Coaches are Patrick Mahoney and Beth Sasser. Women's Church League finished up its post-season tournament last ' Thursday, with Wauchula First Methodist sweeping to victory in the cham- pionship game. The Men's Community League will see further delay in get- ting started, while cement for the new dugouts is poured and settling. As soon as we have a starting date, we will let you know. Finally, there's a wonderful opportunity to honor the late Walter Bailey and support research for a cure for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis(ALS), better known as Lou Gehrig's disease. To help out, stop by State Farm Insurance at the intersection of Oak Street and U. S. 17 South and pick up one or several $17 tickets for the Sept. 10 Tampa Bay Devil Rays game. Nine dollars of each ticket sale is being donated to the ALS Florida Association. Walter's son, Michael will throw out the first pitch of the game. Everyone who purchases a ticket at the State Farm office will receive the benefit ticket and a T-shirt to wear during that special game. Let's fill up most of the 3,000 seats designated for the benefit. Information from community and school athletic events is always welcome. Please call The Herald-Advocate (773-3255) or e-mail me at news heral- dadvocate@earthlink.net with news for this biweekly column. The sports news deadline is noon Mondays. News will be included as soon as tire and space allows. HARDEE COUNTY KIDS NEED HARDEE COUNTY HELP! Ease a dependent child's way through the court system. Volunteer to be a Guardian Ad Litem. 773-2505 (If office unattended, please leave message.) BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS HARDER COUNTY, FLORIDA REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Hardee County Board of County Commissioners is soliciting pro- posals for: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TO PROVIDE PRIVATIZATION OF THE HARDEE COUNTY PROBATION DEPARTMENT The Hardee County Board of County Commissioners, hereinafter referred to as "County", will receive proposals at: SHardee County Purchasing Office Attn: Jack Logan, Purchasing Director S2' 05 Hanchey Road S Wauchula, Florida, 33738 until Monday. September 12. 2005 at 2:00 P. M. Local time, at which time they will be publically opened by the County Purchasing Director or designee and read aloud. Bidder is responsible for the delivery of its proposal and/or letters of intent. Those received after the specified day and time will not be opened. . Hardee County proposes to award a contract for Privatizing the Management of the Hardee County Probation Department. Hardee County will accept, review and evaluate proposals and may require verbal presentations prior to final selection. The selection process shall be open to the public and records main- .. tained in accordance with Florida Statute 287.0955, Consultants Negotiation Act. Consultants shall submit one original (clearly marked as the ("ORIGINAL") with five (5) copies of their proposal. Proposal is scheduled to be awarded by the Board of County Commissioners at 9:00 A. M., Thursday, 9/22/05. HARDEE COUNTY INDEPENDENT INDIGENT HEALTH CARE SPECIAL DISTRICT BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The Hardee County Independent Indigent Health Care Special District Board will hold their regular August meeting on Tuesday, August 23rd at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Courthouse Annex Commission Chambers, 412 West Orange Street, Room 102, Wauchula, Florida 33873. For -more information, please call the Office of Management and Budget at 863-773-3199. 8 18c Hardee County is an equal opportunity employer. The County reserves the right to reject any or all proposalss, and may post- pone the award for a period of time which shall not extend beyond thirty (30) calendar days from the proposal opening date. Late proposals will NOT be accepted. Gordon R. Norris, Chairman Board of County Commissioners, .8:18 Hardee County, Florida 12A The Herald-Advocate, August 18, 2005 CF, CHIRP Helping Restore House For Wauchula Family By JIM KELLY Of The Herald-Advocate CF Industries and CHIRP are helping restore a hurricane-dam- aged home in Wauchula for the Kevin Sumner family. Sumner, an employee with Roberts Funeral Home, lost part of his left leg on July 2, 2005, from surgery due to diabetes. He is being fitted for a new lower leg this .week and hopes to be back to work in a few weeks. The family's old home at Summit. and Tulane near the county jail in Wauchula was ruined by the hurri- canes last year. In December 2004 Sumner pur- chased a hurricane-hit home for $30,000 on North Seventh Avenue two lots north of Louisiana Ave. in Wauchula. The house needed major repairs. Coming to help were CHIRP (Christians Helping In the Recovery Process) and CF. The Mennonites finished the handi- capped ramp. CF provided new doors, finished the porch railing, paid for rewiring, new windows, ceiling fans, replacement boards, removing the old fireplace, trim- ming the large oak tree, and hauling off debris. CF is hiring some of the work tq , be done by contractors including TNT Reclamation. On Friday, Aug. 19, CF will have the house painted as part of the Day of6 Caring. The First Baptist Church of ,/ Temple Terrace near Tampa will help finish up the roofing and other work, said CHIRP director Jimmy SMorse, pastor of Northside Baptist Church. He said United Way is a . big supporter of CHIRP. . "Restoring this house is a com- . munity project," said Rev. Morse. . "All labor and materials are donat - ed." Sumner has been off work since ." ' February due to diabetes. His wife ." . Marti is employed with Hays' PHOTO BY JM KELLY Transport. Their daughter Naomi, HHT YJI EL Tr19, lives at homers. Their daughter Naomi Helping restore hurricane-damaged home in Wauchula are, from left, Dale Martin, Chris Knight, oth19, lives at home. They have two1, Ronald Moye and Jack Moseley, all of CF; Adam Torres, supervisor for TNT Reclamation; and and Julia Arapian, 27. workers Jose Lopez, Simon Ruiz and Jamie Rosales. P-IHIOU Y JIM tKLLY Kevin Sumner (left) visits with Rev. Jimmy Morse. Walk-A-Thon Aug. 20 Will Help Habitat For Humanity Hardee Homes, which operates five group homes in Hardee County, is sponsoring a walk-a-thon Saturday from 9 a.m. until noon at Pioneer Park in Zolfo Springs to benefit- Habitat for Humanity, said owner Angie Hines. I There will be a lemonade and Gatorade stand operated by Miss Hardee County, Nikki Graham. Hardee Homes serves 33 adults of ages 18 to 74. Checks made out to Habitat for Humanity can be sent to Hardee Homes, 408 S. 6th Ave., Wauchula. For more information call Angie .Hines at 773-6162 or Pan Warren at 773-0579. In Business By Shayla Bryan ANTIQUES & MORE A little over a year after ha\ ing its space completely destroyed by Hurricane Charley, one business has gotten a fresh start. What was formerly Once Upon A Time has now reopened as Jolie's Gift Boutique & Antiques Mall. It shares the building at 130 W. Main St. with the florist shop, Main Street Market. Jolie's, just as Once Upon A Time did, rents space in its store to local vendors. Currently, five different vendors are represented in Jolie's. Unique items can be found there including antiques, gifts, estate and silver jewelry and children's toys. Extensive repairs had to be made to this building's interior before the business could open. Some exterior repairs remain, like painting and replacing the awnings. The. former location, however the historic Wauchula Feed Store was leveled following the hurricane. Owner Patty Shackelford Brown and manager Liz Pace "look forward to seeing old friends and meeting new ones." Drop in Tuesday through Friday 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., or Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Jolie's can be reached at 773-2400. An official grand opening will be held at a later date, possibly some- time in October. PHOTO BY SHAYLA BRYAN Shelves at Jolie's are lined with all sorts of interesting antiques and collectibles. A DIFFERENT TUNE The Zolfo Springs-based radio station 106.9 is bringing'a new sound to the Heartland. It began-when General Manager Bryan Hollenbaugh joined the Heartland Broadcasting Corp. in mid-July. Soon after, "The Bull" was launched. The station will begin broadcasting Hardee Wildcat football games. This season, almost half of the games will be aired. "We are trying to create a radio station that is geared toward this area," Hollenbaugh said. The station is playing a wider variety of country music that he describes as fun and upbeat. "The Bull" will focus on what's important to Hardee and DeSoto coun- ties' and keep the public informed about local events and activities. The sta- tion looks to become more involved in the community, as well. Hollenbaugh has over 20 years of radio experience. He got his start while he was serving in the Air Force with the Armed Forces Radio & Television Network. Since then he has managed stations in New Mexico, Nevada, Key West and the Virgin Islands. Heartland Broadcasting's other station, La Zeta 105.3, will see very few changes. Listeners can expect the same quality music and will see the station doing more to connect with its Hispanic audience. Il I I II The Herald-Advocate (USPS 578-780) Thursday, August 18, 2005 PAGE ONE Lozano Now Ranked Number 1 Wildcat Climb Starts Friday By JOAN SEAMAN Of The Herald-Advocate Hardee's superior young boxer Daniel Lozano is ranked best in the world. Lozano, son of Daniel and Sylvia Lozano of Bowling Green, recently returned from the Ringside World Championships held Aug. 2-6 in Kansas City. ' He was ranked second after' tak- ing the silver medal in the Junior Olympics Nationals, losing only to Robert Rodriguez of Colorado. Lozano, who had lost twice to Rodriguez, won the decision in their first-round bout in Kansas City. He went on to get the decision win from Angel Maldonado, whom he had also faced and beaten in the Junior Olympics. On the third day in the 101- pound division matchups, Lozano tangled with Ricardo Esquivel, and again took the decision, and the championship belt. With all his victories, Lozano, 15, has back-to-back world cham- pionships, last year at 95 pounds., This year, he moved up to 101' pounds. In his eight-year amateur, career, Lozano had molded a 53-7 record., He benefited from a 10-day trip to Michigan in late July; a manda- tory session for boxers selected to COURTESY PHOTO Toting championship belts is becoming a habit for Bowling Green teen Daniel Lozano. represent United States in the upcoming Pan-Am games, which could bring another world title to the dedicated local'boxer. At Marquette, boxers learned the international scoring point system. Lozano also got to spar with top boxers in various weight cate- gories, 101, 106, 110, and 119. 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For more information call the County Manager's office at 863/773-9430. 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. SThis notice is published in compliance with Florida Statutes 286.0105. Interested 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. Lexton H. Albritton, Jr. County Manager' o08:18s who had won 30 bouts by TKO (technical knockout), a hard fighter, with a strong right hand. "I just had to be faster and get my shots in first," said Lozano. The 119-pound fighter "ran a lot and I had to try to cut off the ring to get to him. Three days after his trip to Michigan, Lozano headed to Kansas City. Lozano has a busy time ahead this fall. He's had 16 bouts so. far' this year and lost only two. He came back from his loss at the Junior Olympics final to beat'his taller nemesis in the Ringside championships. Rodriguez came in at 5'9", against Lozano, ,who is only 5'3". "I worked with my dad (his coach Daniel Lozanoi on how to get inside his reach advantage I had to jab and counterpunch,, slip in fast and get my shot off before his." In September. Lozano will travel to Me\ic.' Cit\ w ith the USA team for the Pan-Am world -ch.impi- onships. In October, it's a trip to Oxnard, Calif., for the National PA.. Police Athlete League) cham- pionships, where he will probably face the three fighters he fought against in Kansas City early this, month -.. .. Lozano. who turns 16 on No% '12, remains confident He thanks Roy and Stephanie Salazar for tak- ing him to Kansas City. They also took their son, 10-year-old Ruben Ozuna. One of the smallest fighters in' his .70-pound division, Ozuna faced the eventual champion Julian Rodriguez in the opening round' and lost the decision .When Lozano turns 17 in 2006, he will fight in the Open division. facing any opponent from age 17 and up, a challenge he expects to prepare him for the 2008 Olympics where he hopes to represent. America. By JOAN SEAMAN Of The Herald-Advocate The Hardee Wildcats begin the 12-week trek through the 2005 football season on Friday. The 7:30 p.m. pre-season game in Eagle Lake, against the Class 4A Thunder "will be a good test for us," said sixth-year Hardee head coach Derren Bryan. To get to the game, follow U. S. 17 north toward Winter Haven. After going through Eagle Lake, turn at the stoplight on Thunder Road and follow the signs into Thunder Stadium. The 46 Wildcats on this year's roster includes 18 seniors, 21 juniors and seven sophs, who will follow the direction of Bryan and his assistant coaches, most of whom have been with him since he took over the top position in 2000. John Sharp is defensive coordinator and also handles the wide receivers. Steve Rewis supervises the offen- sive line and defensive backs. Dale Carlton directs the offensive back- field and inside linebackers. Jason Clark is over the tight ends, offen- sive tackles and 'defensive ends. Lee Thomas works with the defen- sive line and assists with offensive linemen. * After an intrasquad scrimmage last Friday, Bryan named his start- ing lineups for this Friday's game. The starting offensive line will be left tackle 6-3, 230-pound senior Jeremy Kelly; left guard 6', 175- pound junior Jake Benavides; cen- ter 6.', 190-pound senior Daniel Moore; right guard 6', 305-pound junior Haceem Schweil; and right tackle 5'10",. 291-pound senior Justin English. The tight end is 6', 175-pound senior Justin Woods. The Z or slot receiver is 6'2, 170-pound. junior Jermaine King. Three players will rotate in the X or split end position, 5'10", 170-pound junior Lisnell Youyoute, 5-9", 160-pound senior Thelinor "Lino" Jena, and 5'9", 160-pound junior Chris Rich. In the 'backfield wilJ be junior quarterback Weston Palmer, along with senior fullback Brad Gilliard and senior tailback Marc Hodges. The defensive starting team .'.ill hae Jefe olf the same players Defensive ends are senior' Pierre Lazarre- and junior Johnny Ray Harris, and defensive, tackles. 6'1" junior Ramon Hernandez and 5'10" senior Gilbert Randall. , The inside linebackers are junior Ricky X"iggins and senior Jose. Salvador.. Outside linebackers are senior Jackson Frenot and junior Briant Shumard. The .cornerbacks are senior Jackson Mosley and junior Chris Rich. The safety is m:ophomore Terry Redden Jena and Palmer will rotate in these positions as well. Others. on the roster are seniors Art Briones, Justin Altman, Ryan Roehm, Derek Sconyers and Bobby Bandy, along with juniors Will Krause, Josh Mayer, Tacory Daniels, Michael Carpenter, Andrew.Cisneros, Andrew Rangel, Eric Cobb, Reggie Grizzard, Jorge Lopez, Kyle Parrish, Cameron Durham and kicker Pablo Anselmo. The remaining sophomores are Jimmy Cimeus, Mark St. Fort, Onell Virgile, Jayquan Gandy and Ronnie Bandy. Bryan and staff expect a battle against the heavier 35-man Thunder squad, which plays in 4A- District 12 with Winter Haven, Armwood-Sefner and Auburndale. "We expect them to run the ball hard and we're going to do the same. We will have to deal with them by not missing on any funda- mentals. I expect it to be a great challenge for us," concluded Bryan. Guess God is the onlu One there is when it seems no one cares And life's not fair but wrong And hope is the onl thing you're holding on. Time seems so long plus far awaq From te night 'til the da. 5o depressed can't help but pr, then uou start to remember im, The One who died for those sins up on the cross Fluspaid the cost. Come to ht; no longer ost. Heath 5anchz Hardee Countq Jail 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. Johnson-'s Landscaping & eauti fic atiron Supplies Red Mulch $20 a yard plus tax. We also sell white rock, sand, dirt, ipinebark, cypress blend. Delivery is available. (863) 581-1889 Located at Hwy 17 & 6140 8.1 24p QUESTION: Why is it so important that someone with diabetes get their eyes examined? ANSWER: Everyone with diabetes should have a dilated eye examination at least once a year. About 45% of diabetics have some form of diabetic retinopathy. Diabetes is the leading cause of blindness in working people. People with severe diabetic retinopathy can reduce their risk of blindness by 95% with timely treatment and follow up care. Eye Exams-Medical and Surgical Management of Ocular Disorders C.N. TIMMERMAN, O.D. OPTICAL RONALD 0. SEVIGNY, O.D. 410 S. 6th Ave Wauchula (across from Burger King). 773-3322 773-3322U COS8NDMOT AORMEICLACEPE DAVID M. LOEWY, M.D. 8:18c 2B The Herald-Advocate, August 18, 2005 Hardee The family of James and Lora Brewer of Wauchula is helping them celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Aug. 20 With a reception in the fellowship hall of the First United Methodist Church in Wauchula. Friends and relatives of the cou- ple are invited to call between the Hours of 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. : The Brewers were married on Aug. 13, 1955, in Coleman County, Ala., and moved to Hardee County the following year where he was a Living Shirley Huddleston & Wilbur Cobb To Wed Saturday Wilber Cobb and Shirley Huddleston of Wauchula have announced their engagement and upcoming marriage. The couple will be married Saturday, Aug. 20, at Riverview vowiB*"~A= grove worker and she was a home- maker. The couple have four children, Martha Vandiver of Wauchula and husband Johnny, Bobby Brewer of Wauchula and wife Susan, Pete Brewer of Arcadia and wife Laura Ann and Missy Massey of Wauchula. Completing the family tree are six grandchildren, Leslie Brewer of Arcadia and Kelly and Bradley Brewer, Dusty and Paige Massey and Cody' Vandiver, all *of Wauchula. Don't Be Left Out! . HARDEE LIVING DEADLINE IS MONDAY AT 5 P.M. HOMECOMING Sunday, August 28 New Elim Independent Baptist Church Guest Preacher: REV. BOB HOLDER Morning Worship 11 a.m. Dinner on the grounds following. Special Singing in the afternoon. Everyone invited. Wilber Cobb & Shirley Huddleston 10 HOURS A MONTH! That's all it takes to speak up for a child. Volunteer to be a Guardian Ad Litem. 773-2505 (if office unattended, please leave message.) ,' I I 92nd BIRTHDAY Heights Baptist Church in Wauchula. Friends and relatives of the cou- ple are invited to the ceremony which will begin at four o'clock in the afternoon. ,~ 40'"l '0 ". 7/ / " COURTESY PHOTO Friends and family members of Josephine Steffens gathered on July 18 to celebrate her 92nd birthday with a dinner hosted by daughter and son-in-law, Sherry and Tim Miller. Guests included grandson, Austin Stoner; sister, Helen Parker; Jimmy and Carol Parker; Faye Shackelford; and Rev. and Mrs. James W. Miller. Birthday wishes and fond memories from the past were shared, with a special prayer led by Pastor Miller. Homecoming will be held Sunday, 'Aug. 28, at New Elim Independent Baptist Church. The Rev. Bob Holder will be the guest speaker for the morning wor- ship service which will begin at 11. Dinner-on-the-grounds will follow, and there will be special music irt the afternoon. The public is invited to share with the' congregation in this cele- bration. '" : " The First Baptist Church of Bowling'Green will soon begin its 2005-2006 Awana program for youngsters from age 3 through.the sixth grade. The Wednesday night program willbegin on Sept. 7. with registra- tion during the kick-off festival planned for Aug. 31, 6-8 p.m. There will be classes for ages 3- 4, and grades K-2 and 3-6 from September until next August. ' For more information, call the church at 375-2253. The church is located at 4531' U.S. 17 N. COURTESY PHOTO Ten young ladies spent part of their summer learning to twirl the baton. Jennifer Crawford, a former Hardee High School majorette, held classes two days a week, teaching basic twirls. On July 30 the girls treated their families and friends to an end- of-the-summer show of what they had learned, complete with a routine to the Shrek 2 song 'Accidently in Love." Everyone enjoyed hamburgers and hot dogs afterwards. Pictured above are the, girls who participated. They are (front row, from left), Shelby Zeiglar, Emily Patarini and Elizabeth Weeks; second row, Danielle Weeks and Claudia Klein; third row, Emily Ashkenase, Morgan Crews, Miss Jennifer and Emily Bennett; back row, Katie Smith and Caroline Durrance. *tntiu n, 1emorof o/h.ean Warcli 26, / 944-Af1i 16,2004 If I be the first of us to die, let grief not blacken long your sky. Be bold Net modest in sour grie\ing. there is a change but not a lea ing. For just as death is a part of life, the dead li\e on forever in the living. And all the gathered riches of our journey. the moments shared, the mysteries explored. The steady layering of intimacy stored, the things'made us laugh or weep or wing The jo.i of sunlit snow or first unfurling of the spring. The wordless language of look and touch. the knowing, each giving and each taking. These are not flowers that fade. nor trees that fall and crumble. nor are they stone. For even stone cannot the wind and rain withstand And mighty mountain peaks in time reduce to sand. What we were. we are. What we had. \we have. A conjoined past imperishabl. present. So when \ou walk the woods where once %we walked together And scan in \ain the dappled bank beside you for m\ shadow. Or pause where \e alw\aNs did upon'the hill to gaze across the land. And spotting none, feel sorrow start to steal upon you. Be still. Close your eyes. Breathe. Listen for my footfall in \our heart. I am not gone but merely w alk within you. Auinror Unknown It has been a year since we lost our precious husband. Daddy, and PaPa Dean. We want to thank all of our wonderful family, friends, neighbors, brothers and sisters in Christ and the community as a whole for the support, love and prayers of which we were the benefi- ciary. One might have expected people to rally around after Dean's death, but the out- pouring of comfort we continue to receive overwhelms us. Thank you for all the kind words and for those who couldn't speak, thank you for the smile or touch that made us know what you wanted to sa\. Thank you so very much, for caring for our family. 9'1renda Ct,!s 9(od and bc5annqn 9 oberLson and f/amt. S11 '-Pd am j 1', Sobnson and fanil L I Come to the4- H Open House & Enrollment Event Thursday, August 18 3:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Civic Center Auditorium S N* See what new projects are available Learn about new special interest programs, events and judging teams For more information call your club leader or the 4-H office at 773-2164 The Florida Cooperative Extension Service programs are available to all without regards to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin or handicapping conditions soc8:18c James & Lora Brewer Couple To Celebrate 50th Anniversary Saturday -I I -I I... + ,_ -I August 18, 2005, The tlerald-Advocate 3B THE BIG APPLE PLANNING A TRIP? COURTESY PHOTO New York City was the destination this summer for these 2005 Hardee Senior High graduates and their moms. The days were filled with shopping, sightseeing, shopping, eating, tours and more shopping. On Saturday they enjoyed "Phantom of the Opera" and dinner at Sardi's. Pictured above (from left) are Dustie Davis, daughter of Larry and Kim Davis; Erica Durrance, daughter of Kelly and Elizabeth Durrance; Nikki Graham, daughter of Rocky and Renee Graham; Rebecca St. Romain, daughter of Dwight and Tricia St. Romain; Kathryn Pace, daughter of Al and Mary Nell Pace; and Teri Painter, daughter of Gary Painter and Teresa Hall. Rise & Shine By Ted Simonson GUIDANCE FROM ABOVE Happiness is following God all day long and yielding over and over to His gentle leading...Turn left here. Now right. Stop. Wait. Do the next thing. Help that person. Give, and don't count the cost. Choose not to be frustrated, impatient or angry. Choose instead to be kind and at rest. Why? Because it pleases your Beloved. He wants you to be free from the entanglements of sin so that you can enjoy His companionship without interruption. Victory over sin is not a solitary moral achievement. It is simply refus- ing anything that threatens your fellowship with God. The alien thing does- n't have to be "bad". In: fact, it can be something many would consider "go od". But you sense that somehow it is incompatible. Since both you and God want the same thing, there is no reason to tolerate an obstacle. . You don't even have to understand why something troubles you. Hand :it over to Him. Leave it with Him. He will take care of it. Keep yourself ready for your next assignment. S It is. so important to keep a quiet heart and a clean conscience, being sensitive to His gentle leading. Sometimes God shouts in our pain, but most often He speaks softly in a morning sunrise, a Bible verse, in the counsel of. a friend. I don't think Hea'.en is a place completely different from our everyday life on earth. It's just finer and lo\ elier Our fellowship with)the Lord will be complete: No interruptions, not even that of night and day. We must remember that God is not a machine tabulating our actions and automatically dispensing blessings and curses., The Bible says He "'\earns'" \ er us He "\ earns" for a close personal relationship. Computers are wonderful contraptons,but the\ don't "--\earn". Dolls don't either. A 4-'.ear old hugging her dolls witifully observed,"I lore them but the\ ne'er lcoe me back!" Doesn't this remind ou of some people' God loves them over and over but the\ ne er "love Him back". What a shame! Not only could they live their \ejr-r in happiness. They could find out the reason they were cre- ated! ARMANDO ALVARADO JR. U. S. .Army Pfc: Armando. Alvarado Jr. has been visiting fami- ly and friends in Hardeer County while on leave, after seven months i in Iraq. He returned to the states on Aug. 8, and is scheduled to return to Iraq Aug. 22. . 'The 2004 graduate of Hardee High School is married to Rachel Laso Alvarado who resides in Wauchula while her husband is serving overseas. Alvarado, 21, is the son of Armando and Marie E. Alvarado of Bowling Green. (Big Lake National Bank A ijOI t(YI SAN GIII AtlioN LENDER - Big Lake National Bank ....where financing your home is made easy. Talk to our Mortgage Specialist Paulette "Alex" Alexander Over 20 yrs. 'experience Free pre-qualificarion .All credit welcome Construction, purchase and refinance loan products Fixed and adjustable rates available Interest only loans 100%.Financing available Stated income loans Cash-out refinancing Financing available for older mobile homes Want to know more? Call Paulette "Alex" Alexander. (800) 589-1657 ex( 1702 Two locations near you... 202 N. Sixth Avenue 1601 E. Oak Street Wauchula, FL 33873 Arcadia. 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Pictured following the noon meeting at the Panda Restaurant (from left) are Dick Maenpaa, Matheny, Joyce Maenpaa and Charles Matheny. The Maenpaas recently returned from a trip to Alaska. Local UF Student Named To National Dean's List Vicente Jr. 2-Year-Old Celebrates Birthday At Pioneer Park Little Vicente Cabrera Jr. turned two years old on Aug. 12 and the ;next day celebrated with a party at' the Pioneer Park Pavilion. Helping him celebrate with "The Incredibles" party were his grand- parents, Arturo and Margarita Cabrera and Elena Patino, all of Wauchula, and David and Nora Poblano of Royal Palm Beach. He is the son of Vicente and Jinn\ Cabrera. Family Practice of Fort Meade, , Primary care for ]Donald the entire fam- Geldart, MD ily, including- -Sunaina physical & pre- Khurana, MD ventive care [IDick Kennedy, PA Most major forms of Insurance accepted Tel: 863-285-322 13 W. Broadway Now accepting new Fort Meade 33841 patients -, , 8:18-9:1c Kari Noblett, a junior at the University of Florida, has received recognition by the National Dean's List. Each year, one half of one per- cent of the nation's college students are selected by their deans or other faculty members for this award. This summer, Noblett worked as a producer and on-air host for. Classic, 89 & Nature Coast, a Florida Public Radio station based. on the campus. She plans to pursue a master's degree in telecommunications-news and hopes to one day work, as a sports commentator. She graduated cum laude from' South Florida Community College ,in' 2004, where she was a member of Phi Theta Kappa, and is a 2003 honor graduate of Hardee High School. Don't Forget.. S13th Annual , After-Hours Sale Thursday, August 18th 5:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 30% OFF Store Merchandise ,C 106 N. 6th Ave, Wauchula 773-6565 MONDAY MONDAY NITE MENS 7:00 P.M. MEETING AUG. 22 STARTS AUG. 29 TUESDAY EARLY BIRDS (LADIES) 1:00 A.M. MEETING AUG. 13 STARTS AUG. 16 GUYS & DOLLS, (MEN & WOMEN) 7:00 PM. MEETING AUG. 23 STARTS AUG. 30 WEDNESDAY WEDNESDAY NITE MENS 7:30 PM . MEETING AUG. 24 STARTS AUG. 31 THURSDAY NITE OWLS (LADIES) 6:30 P.M. MEETING AUG. 11 STARTS AUG. 18 FRIDAY T.G.I.F. (MEN & WOMEN) 7:30 PRM. MEETING AUG. 12 .STARTS AUG. 19 I c a l J an f r m re i fo 73 -6 91 BOWL-OF-FUN LANES 943 SOUTH 6TH AVE., WAUCHULA 773-6391 BOWLING*DARTS*BILLIARDS*GAMES*SNACKBAR*SPORTS BAR*KARAOKE " I ,' Noblett Circle The Date! COMMUNITY CALENDAR DEADLINE IS MONDAY AT 5 PM. Fall ,Leagues Forming Now! SATURDAY JUNIORS AGES 6-11, JUNIORS AGES 12 & UP 10:00 A.M. - REG. AUG. 27 STARTS SEPT. 10 SUNDAY VEGAS MIXED LEAGUE (MEN & WOMEN) 1st PLACE TEAM WINS A TRIP TO LAS VEGAS 7:00 PM. MEETING AUG. 28 STARTS SEPT. 11 Military News I 4B The Herald-Advocate, August 18, 2005 ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS MONDAY Breakfast: Cereal, Donut, Juice,Yogurt, Milk Lunch: Chicken Fryz or Sau- sage on a Bun (Salad Tray, Pinto Beans, Applesauce, Juice, Roll) and Milk TUESDAY Breakfast: Cereal, Cinnamon Toast, Oatmeal, Applesauce, Milk Lunch: Deli Turkey Sandwich or Cheeseburger on a Bun (Salad Tray, Whole Kernel Corn, Peanut Butter Cookies, Juice Bar) and Milk WEDNESDAY Breakfast: Cereal, Waffle, Syrup, Baked Ham, Pineapple Chunks, Milk Lunch: Corndog or Hamburg- er Gravy (Salad Tray, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Juice, Roll) and Milk THURSDAY Breakfast: Cereal, Cheese Grits, Buttered Toast, Juice, Milk Lunch: Cheese Pizza or Lasagna (Salad Tray, Garden Peas, Pears, Juice, Roll) and Milk FRIDAY Breakfast: Cereal, Danish, Peaches, Juice, Milk Lunch: Tacos or Stacked Ham Sandwich (Salad Tray, Potato Rounds, Juice, Jell-O) and Milk JUNIOR HIGH MONDAY Breakfast: Cereal, Donut, Yogurt, Juice, Milk Lunch: Chicken Fryz or Sausage Sandwich or Repperoni Pizza (Tossed Salad, Pinto Beans & Ham, Cole Slaw, Applesauce, Juice, Roll) and Milk TUESDAY Breakfast: Cereal, Buttered Toast, Oatmeal, Applesauce, Milk Lunch: Cheese Pizza or Deli Turkey Sandwich or Cheese- burger on a Bun (Lettuce & Tomato, Juice Bar, Whole Kernel Corn, Peanut Butter Cookies) and Milk Pepperoni Pizza or Corndog (Tossed Salad, Green Beans, Mashed Potatoes, Cucumber & Tomato Salad, Juice, Fruit Snack, Roll) and Milk THURSDAY Breakfast: Cereal, Cheese Grits, Buttered Toast, Juice, Milk Lunch: Cheese Pizza or Toasted Cheese w/HB Egg or Lasagna (Tossed Salad, Garden Peas, Waldorf Salad, Pears, Juice, Roll) and Milk FRIDAY Breakfast: Cereal, Danish, Peaches, Juice, Milk Lunch: Tacos or Pepperoni Pizza or Stacked Ham Sandwich (Lettuce & Tomato, Potato Rounds, Mixed Fruit, Jell-O, Juice) and Milk SENIOR HIGH MONDAY Breakfast: Cereal, Donut, Yogurt, Juice, Milk WEDNESDAY Lunch: Sausage Link on a Bun Breakfast: 'Cereal, Waffle, (Tossed Salad, Macaroni & Syrup, Baked Ham, Pineapple Cheese, Steamed Cabbage, Chunks, Milk Squash, Juice, Applesauce) and Lunch: Hamburger Gravy or Milk TUESDAY Breakfast: Cereal, Cinnamon Toast, Oatmeal, Applesauce, Milk Lunch: Deli Turkey Sandwich (Tossed Salad, Potato Rounds, Corn, Cucumber & Tomato Salad, Peanut Butter Cookies, Juice Bar) and Milk WEDNESDAY Breakfast: Cereal, Waffles, Syrup, Pineapple Chunks, Milk Lunch: Hamburger Gravy (Tossed Salad, Mashed Pota- toes, Green Beans, Fruit Snacks, Roll, Juice) and Milk THURSDAY Breakfast: Cereal, Cheese Grits, Buttered Toast, Juice, Milk Lunch: Lasagna (Tossed Salad, Veggie Cup, Garden Peas, Pears, Waldorf Salad, Roll, Juice) and Milk FRIDAY Breakfast: Cereal, Danish, Peaches, Juice, Milk Lunch: Taco (Tossed Salad, Mexican Rice, Refried Beans w/Cheese, Jell-O w/Fruit, Juice) and Milk NwAr TWO BLUES, NO PINKS Christopher and Samantha Parks, Atlanta, Ga., a six pound ten ounce son, George Allen, born July 23, 2005, Northside Hospital, Atlanta. Mrs. Parks is the former Samantha Brown. Maternal grandparents are Roy A. Brown and Sandra Brush Brown, both of Wauchula. Paternal grandparents are Virginia Parks of New York and the late George Parks. Steve and Andrea Johnson, Bowling Green, a seven pound thir- teen ounce son, Bryson James "B.J.", born July 18, 2005, Lakeland Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Johnson is the former Andrea Handley. Maternal grandparents are Steve and Ruby Handley of Avon Park. Maternal great-grand- parents are Nolan and Margaret Handley of Lake Hamilton. Paternal grandparents are Dale and Sarah Johnson of Wauchula. Paternal great-grandmother is Hazel Johnson of Bowling Green. At the Florida Livestock Auctions, receipts totaled 9,965 compared to last week 10,722 and 13,453 a year ago. According to the Florida Federal- State Livestock Market News Service: slaughter cows and bulls were steady, feeder steers and heifers were mostly steady. Feeder Steers: Feeder Heifers: Medium & Large Frame No. 1-2: 200-300 lbs., 160.00-220.00; 300-400 lbs., 122.00-165.00; and 400-500 lbs., 108.00-135.00. Medium & Large Frame No. 1-2: 200-300 lbs., 140.00-200.00; 300-400 lbs., 112.00-149.00; and 400-500 lbs.,' 105.00-130.00. Ra I BREED: Laborador Retriever Mix SEX: Female SAGE: 1 YearOld -NAME: Chance This is a FREE adoption. The dog has a valid rabies vaccination & the previous owner has paid the adoption fee. Adoption fees are $45 and include a rabies vaccination and spaying or neutering of the animal. Conlac 773-2320 if you are inleresed in adopting any cats or dog, that desp rate0l neyd a oving' home. The kennel location is 685 7% :-port Road. lauehula 'alt ht count~ landilli.'A "All your lawn needs" It's what we do. * Top notch complete lawn maintenance * Landscape installation and design * Irrigation repair and installation Now Taking New Customers (863) 781-6793., 7:28-8:18p SThe / - "*245 Hwy. 17 N., Bowling Green.* 375-9988 ,- - Weresday, Thursday, - Aug. 17 Aug. 18 - I Karaoke Ladies Night * w. i Drink Spectals I Iwith - r Miz Edna Karaoke with - M Miz Edna 00 Edna 0 Friday & Saturday, Aug. 19 &20 , 0 South Bound Band o 0r *8:18c ILOIAIVSOC ARKE FLORIDA MARKETS AT A GLANCE For the week ended August 11, 2005: August 18, 2005, The Herald-Advocate 5B CROWN FORD'S EMPLOYEE PRICING DIFFERENCE Friendly, No Pressure, No Hassle Atmoshphere With 25 Dealerships, across the country, we need your trade in! Top Dollar Paid! Our huge Coast to Coast financial network can get you financed when other dealers can ! 2005 Explorer 4 Door, XLT MSRP $33,295 Employee Pricing $24,958 You Save $8,697 STK # 5U63003 2005 Five Hundred Sedan MSRP $22.795 Employee Pricing $19,982 You Save $2,903 STK # 5P23009 2005 F-150 Regular Cab, MSRP $21,120 Employee Pricing $14.995 You Save $6,125 STK # 5F12306 2005 Freestar Van MSRP $28,100 Employee Pricing $18,635 You Save $9,465 STK # 5A51001 2005 Crown Vic MSRP $25,360 Employee Pricing $19,990 You Save $5,370 3TK # 5P73003 2005 Explorer Sport Trac MSRP $29.935 Employee Pricing $23,998 You Save $5,937 STK # 5U67109 2005 Eddie Bauer Expedition MSRP $42.535 Employee Pricing $31,698, You Save $10,567 STK # 5U17043 2006 F-250 Regular Cab' MSRP $26,495 Employee Pricing $22,685 You Save $3,810 STK # 6F20024 2006 Super Dulies at Employee Price' 2005 -F150 Supercrew 4x4 Lariat MSRP $39,200 Employee Pricing $29,927 You Save $9,273 STK # 5W14331 2005 Focus MSRP $16,820 Employee Pricing $12,828 You Save $3,992 STK # 5P31026 Used Car Deals The Competition Can Only Dream About! Ford Mustang Beautiful Charcoal Metallic with Chrome Wheels, Automatic, sK # $274/Month and under 15,000 miles. 5W21199M Zero Down 15, 2003 Ford F150 j 'b ' Supercab Loaded Lariat with Leather, Stepside Box, Chrome-Tech Wheels. smT $323/Month $18,995 5U67126A Zero Down rOlg 1999 Uncoln 7 Continental Loaded with all the Lincoln Luxury Features. sTK $9,995 507018 2002 Chrysler P T C ru ise r I,, Custom Interior, Brilliant Maroon Metallic Paint, Rear Spoiler, A Real Beauty! sT, $199/Month $11,595 506011 Zero Down 2004 Fscape e Graphics Pckg, 72 Mo. Financing, Great Payment. Extra Clean! ST, $259/Month $14,995, 507015 Zero Down 2002 Ford Windstar O STK $210O/Month 5KO1011A Zero Down 2004 Explorer Sport Trac STK# $339/Month o0?01 Zero Down LX model with Power Windows, Locks, and Mirrors, Third Row Seating, CD player, Extra Clean. $11,998 Like New with only 17,000 miles. XLT Model with Power Windows, Locks, and Mirrors, Deep Tinted Glass, Chrome Running Boards. Bed Liner. $19,999 ,- w I o ppi ntmet6neessay. S3c1 IlabkJ.i e/ m 'F-t Meadew , Se IHabla Espanol -62- W E "74113 :"The Pricehlmaker" 1031 US 17 N., Wauchula (1 block south of Wal-Mart) zofo.Wrnas SALES HOURS: MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 9:00 TO 7:00 FRIDAY 9:00 * SATURDAY 9:00 TO 5:00 1. 2. 3. Low ric TO 6.:00 6B The 1Herald-Advocate, August 18, 2005 The Classifieds 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 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 SWanted Yard Sales CarolTomblin CAROL'S Owre POOL SERVICE .10 Years Experience ~ Certified & Insured I "" Office: 863-452-6026 rCell: 863-449-1806 P.O. Box 974 Avon Park, FL 33826 cl4:28tfc TEE NUMBER TO KNW V I 24-Hour Emergency Towing Lowest PossibleRates Fast, Reliable Service SHill's Auto World U.S. Hwy. 17 Bowling Green Beautifully restored vintage home for sale. Main house has 2 BR, 2 baths, hardwood floors, gas fireplace, recessed lighting, 10' ceilings. Kitchen appli- ances included. New roof in 2002, new thermnil windows in main house. Central heat and air. Unique circular screened porch, large screened lanai. Includes guest quarters or one BR, 1 bath apartment. Double garage! Orlered at $265,000! ON LAKE PLACID! Beautiful lake home at 3275 Placid View Drive. Fully furnished 2 BR. 2BA\ in main house, I BR, 1 B.A in guest quarters. 2 CHIIAC unils. Security system. New Smithbilt shed. . Approximately 27 ac. on paved road near Wauchula with paved road frontage. Zoned FR-1I Development potential! Listed at $19,500 per acre! Greal commercial development site on Highwa. 17. Cail Joe Smithfor price. location and details! Hardee County: 150+ acres pasture with count) road frontage. Flowing creek, several farm wells and cow pens! Offered at $11,500 per acre. Three 5-ac. tracts on Parnell Road. Good home sites on paved road! Listed for $20,000 per acre! COMMERCIAL PROPERTY! Large corner parcel on new Northbound US 17! Cleared and ready to build! Listed at $245,000! 24,000+ SF commercial lot at corner of Heard Bridge Road and Townsend Street, just 1 block East of Northbound US 17! Just $45,000! 3 bedroom, 2 bath cedar and cypress home in family oriented neighborhood. All appliances included. New roof. Offered in "AS IS" condition. Listed for $99,500 firm. 2,060 ac. SR 70 Manatee County ranch/development property. Two small houses, packinghouse with cold storage. Offered by bid! Call for details. 122+ acres development property on US 98 near US 27. Presently in good quality citrus grove. Offered at $16,000 per acre! 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 (863) 773-9673 Robert Jones (863) 781-1423 Ben Gibson (941) 737-2800 Brian PohlI (863) 773-6563 Joseph F. Smith (863) 781-1851 John H. Gross (863) 273-1017 Bruce E. Shackelford (941) 725-1358 1S We are a member of the Wauchula Board of Realtors and m S Multiple Listing Service, and can service other Realtors' listings. I1 R*Ilse ONE 1998 PERKINS DIESEL Grove pump, 250 HP, 235 Tach hours, excel- lent condition. $8,500 OBO. 773-9122. 8:18-25p DIESEL INJECTION REPAIRS, pumps, starting at $195., injectors, turbos, misc. tractor repairs, clutches, engine rebuilds. 863-385-5596 9:2-12:29;05p - BUILT IN DISHWASHER, 6 weeks old, $75. New microwave used twice, $50. 863-735-0139. 8:18-25p '84 3/4 TON CHEVY truck, $2,000 OBO. 781-9651. 8:18-25c 1994 SUBARU LEGACY SW, 2.2 LGX, fair condition, needs minor repairs, $600. 767-0291 after 4 p.m. 8:18p MOVING MUST SELL. 1985 GMC, 4 door, dually truck, air, 454 engine; 1988 Buick Regal, good body, good engine; 20' inboard/outboard with trailer. Take all for $3,100. 773-6755. 8:18-25p 1981 FORD F100, longbed pickup truck, straight 6 motor, $650 OBO. Call Alex 781-4174. 8:18-25p Lone star Cons tr xc ti on Corp_ General Contractor Lic.# RG291103615 Locally owned and operated Office 863-773-4779 Fax 863-773-9865 J Buy Here No Credit Pay Here Refused SCome in forf 4 rthe best deals Billy Jo $4,000 TO $6,000 monthly PL^EASOS' Join a national effort to assist in the enrollment of the new part D prescription drug plan for retirees on Medicare. Duties include education and distribution of part D materi- als. You will work in pharma- cies and senior centers in your local area. , Training is provided. Call today to secure full info. 863-385-0707. : l cl8:11,18c Country Manor Apartments 315 State Road 62 Bowling Green, Florida 33834 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 grills, ample parking, and we are a gated community. For more information regarding your new home, please contact us at Country Manor Apartments (863) 773-6640 or fax us at (863) 773-6679. Monday through Friday 10:00 to 6:00 Equal Housing Opportunity .. .i..c A -^ H 1995 MAZDA, MX-6, 2 door, 4 cylinder, $2,100 OBO. Call Alex 781-4174. 8:18-25p 1997 DODGE, 4X4, 250 D4 CAT off road, 18 yd truck, new hitch for 5th wheel with ball. 735-1333. 8:18p '89 FORD EXTENDED cab, 4x4, auto., V8, air, $4,000 OBO. 767-6468. 8:11-18p A -fi DIESEL INJECTION REPAIRS. See Agriculture. 9:2-12:29,'05p SE BAYLINER FISH & SKI boat, 50 HP outboard, $2,000 FIRM. 863-735-0139. 8:18-25p Short Time Job Bankruptcy Raepo Slow Pay Just moet our easy requlamana and you are condlttootly APPROVED* NO MONEY DOWN *Low monthly payments Competiative Rataes Not Buy Here-Pl Here Established Credit Late Model Car & Trucka. Cll now for your cradt approve on our 24 hr. toM free HOTUNE 140-838061 'vbu must maet our lender's crdtsadrs noean qiyrqieet 0.. :es .6 0~ A U EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT Pay rate: $11.10 $14.57 Wanted for the Hardee County Office of Community Development. Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with Department Heads, employees and the-. public. Considerable knowledge of office practices and procedures and considerable ability to make inde- pendent decisions. Must have extensive experience in organizational skills, office environment in business English and be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint. Must have a High School Diploma or GED. Bilingual preferred. Complete job description and application forms posted on County web. site: www.hardeecounty.net. Applications accepted in the Human Resource Dept. 205 Hanchey Road, Wauchula, Florida 33873, (863) 773-2161, until 5:00 p.m., August 25, 2005. EOE- F/M/V c'8:18c 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. $15,000 per acre. 6 lots, 2 good building sites, frontage on 2 streets, Bowling Green, $12,000. 8 lots, 200x100, Dade Street Bowling Green $12,000. 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. And 22 acres MOL Gi-ove, 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. $15,000 per acre. , 1 ac. wooded lot Golfview $22,500. Large frame home, 3 BR, 1 bath, 4428 Central Ave., Bowling Green. $72,500. We Buy Houses /^' 'L^ ^"x o you- own an /unwanted house .......,and need to sell Sait quickly? Is your home vacant B ." l or in need of repairs? Are you facing Foreclosure? I a. Relocating? ivorce? '" Bad tenants? *,Have no equity? L For more information call: Fernando Morales at 781-2541 cl8:4-18p 4. A. It, '4 A It, 91 91 9,,' ,, August 18, 2005, The Herald-Advocate 7B The D & H Construction Excavation and Paving Contractors Over 30 Years Experience SClearina * Earthwork , Building Pads * Shell Roads & Driveways * Ashphalf Pavinq (Roadi, Drivewavi & Parkinelots) * Concrete Pavin qDrivewavs &idewalls) * Underground Utilities (Sewer Storm Drainae) * Asphalf Seal Coating Nextel Cell (863) 201-0091 Direct Connect 157*139*4891 Archie Davis Owner WIAN NT IN) SSavvy, driven marketing whiz 106.9 The Bull, the Heartland's new country station, is expanding it's marketing team in Hardee, DeSoto and Charlotte Counties. Valid driver's license and transportation a must. To set up an appointment, call Ron Brown at 863/494-4111. Resumes may be emailed to ron@bull.fm Heartland Broadcasting Corporation is an Equal Opportunily Employer 8 "11.18.25c 220 N. 6th Avenue OPP4N I Wauchula, Florida 33873 (863) 773-3337 Fax: (863) 773-0144 www.floresrealty.net SPECIAL OF THE WEEK "" NEWER CB HOME IN ZOLFO SPRINGS 3 BR/2 BA Central Air & Heat on Nice Corner Lot. Call for your appointment today! Asking $125,000. Good Homesile 5= Acres paied road frontage, approximately 2 miles west of town. Don't Let this Deal Pass You By! Asking $110.000. New Listing (3) 5.85 Acre Tracts and (1) 17.95 Acre Tract on 62 W\esl of US Hvy 17. Good Land ideal for Residential. Asking $21.900 an acre. Listing in Downing Circle Buyer wanted for this Brand New 2006 Manufactured Home. 3BR/2BA Central Air & Heal. Stoie & Refrigerator. NiMoe in Read). Asking $74,500. Newer Mobile Home on 1 AC - Very well maintained and out in the Country. 3BR/2BA 2001 Mobile Home with Central Air & Heat. Located in Ft. Meade. CALL TODAY! Asking $92.500. Large Corner Lot 3BR/2BA large Frame Home within 11auchula city with lots of potential. Asking $280.000. Grab it Now!! 12 acres zoned A- 1 & are all fenced in 5,000 sq. ft. Barn consists of several horse sta- bles. Located 5 miles south west of Arcadia in DeSoto County. Call us today!!! Being offlTered at $390,000. \\est Hardee County 8.23 Acres with restrictions off Kazen Road Greal ror New Home Construction, Close to town. Asking $123,500. BIG House. BIG Yard That's what )ou will find in this 4BR/2BA Frame home located in Wauchula south of Main Street. New ceramic tile and carpet recently installed and new shingle roof. Asking $74.900. Cool off this Summer in this 6BR/3BA Spacious Family Home in Knollwood with Inground Pool, extra lot, ceramic tile throughout and so much more. Great Home for a growing family. Being offered at Noey Flores John Freeman Amanda Ilishoe Stere Lanier **.-Whether you're buying or selling. The pro- fessionals at Flores & Flores, Inc. will be happy to assistt you. Let one of our associates help mal~ your Real Estate dreams come true.** WE BUY HOUSES FAST CLOSINGS Contact After Hours O.R. (Tony) Flores, Broker, tony@floresrealty.net Oralia D. Flores, Broker, oralia@floresrealty.net 'After hours............863-773-2840 Lawrence A. Roberts..............(863) 773-9256 S Noey Adam Flores (863):781-4585 John Freeman (863) 773-6141 Amanda Mishoe (863) 781-3587 Steve Lanier (863) 559-9392 8:18c Classifieds 18' BOWRIDER w/125 O.B. and trailer. Runs good. Need interior and cable, $800. 3.0 outdrive for 6 cylinder, $250. Aluminum trailer 17', $300. 773-3513., 8:18p FURNITURE SALE! Sofa $100, love seat $50, coffee table, 2 end tables, 2 lamps $100, sofa table $50, dining room table w/4 chairs $150. 773-6818. 8:18p WOOD DINING table with 6 chairs $100 good condition. 863-773-2508. 8:18p DRIVER DELIVERY truck for orna- mental nursery. Class D CDL required. Apply Peace River Growers, 3521 N. Nursery Road, Zolfo Springs, $9.00 per hour. EOE. 8:18-25c CARPENTER NEEDED to frame new house. 781-4903. 8:18p I~ue Birg*,(83. 781-353D I Nice 4BR 3 Bth C.B. home in nice area. 4230 S.F. Studio apt attached. Hardwood floors. Irrigated pond. Stable neighborhood. $249,900. *5.23 wooded acres with electric pole, well, septic tank, great home site, nice area. Main road. $74,900. *Nice 3 BR 2 BA home built in 2000, large corner lot. Good starter. home. $84,500. *205 Acres available in Manatee County. Buyer can divide into smaller tracts. 20 minutes from 1-75. $22,000/acre. *Other acreage available in 10,20, or 40 acre tracts call for details. *10 or 15 ac tract in nice area. Great homesite, $12,000 per acre. *10 acre tract cleared and ready for homesite $140,000. LOTS NOW AVAILABLE! 1 acre and 2.5 acre tracts available for building sites. WATCH FOR NEW 84 HOME DEVELOPMENT in Wauchula-Deed restricted, Close to high school. Homes starting from $155,000. Call today for info. Cash! Cash! Cathf Billy Hill wants your house No commission fees! Quick closings! Now buying houses and land for Cash! Cash! Cdsh! ,. :"___.' "^ ^_. '. cl8:18Hc Family Services Coordinator (2 positions) ECMHSP is now accepting applications for Family Services Coordinator in a Migrant Head Start Program. Responsible for the on-going recruitment and enrollment of center children and for the implementation of Social Services and Parent Involvement areas of the program. Also assists in assessing that health and disability services are provided. Preferred: Associate's degree in Human Services, Social Work or related field and two years expe- rience working with children and families, or Family Development Credential or equivalent and 3 years experience working with chil- dren and families and active enrollment in an Associate's degree program in a Human Services field. Experience in community services Billingual (Sp/Eng or Creole/Eng). Accepted: High School Diploma/GED and five years, experience working with chil- dren and families. Experience in community services. Family Development Credential or equivalent or active enrollment in an Associate's degree program within one year. Starting salary $10.34-$10.86 per hour. Personal Leave and employer-matched retirement plan, Closing Date: .8/29/05. Send resume/letter of interest or apply, at 5115 Mason Dixon Ave. Bowling Green, Fl 33834 Tel 863-375-2101, EOE, ADA License# C14HA001. Anuncio para el puesto de coordinator de servicios para la familiar ECMHSP esta aceptando solicitudes de empleo para el puesto de coordinator de servicios para la familiar. Sera responsible por el reclutamiento e inscripcion de los ninos, la implementation de servicios sociales y la participation de los padres en el program. Ayudar a evaluar que los servicios de salud y discapacidad sean proveidos. Se prefiere: Titulo de asociado en Servicios Humanos, Trabajo Social, o en una.area relacionada, y que tenga dos anos de experiencia trabajando con ninos y families, o cre- dencial de Desarrollo de Familia o en una area relacionada y que tenga tres anos de experiencia trabajando con ninos y families y estar matrrculado para obtener un titulo de asociado en Servicios Humanos. Experiencia trabajando en servicios para la comu- nidad. Biligue (espanol/ingles o criollo/ingles). Se acepta: Diploma de escuela secundaria o GED y cinco anos de experi- encia trabajando con ninos y families. Experiencia trabajando en servicios para la comunidad. La credencial de Desarrollo de Familia o credencial equivalent o estar matriculado para obten- er un titulo de axociado antes de cumplir el primer ano de empleo. El salario injcial es entire $10.34-$10.86 por hora. Se ofrece permiso personal, permiso por enfermedad y beneficio de retire con contribution del empleador. La fecha final para entre- gar la solicitud es: 8/29/05, envie su curriculo y su carta de interest o su solicitud de empleo a: 5115 Mason Dixon Ave. Bowling Green, FL 33834. Telefono 863-375-2101, EOE, ADA, licencia # C1 4HA0001 cl8:18,25c DOCTOR'S OFFICE needs FT person for front office. Must be bilingual. Previous medical experience pre- ferred. Good working atmosphere, benefits. Mon.-Friday position. Send resume to Doctor's office, attn. Office Manager, 322 South 6th Avenue, Wauchula. 8:11-18c $1,000 SIGNING BONUS; BULK truck drivers and service personnel. Coker Fuel, Inc., 231 W. Main St., Wauchula 2:24tfc AUTO RESTORATION DEPOT experi- enced paint and body person only. Must have ,minimum 5 years experi- ence. Full or part time. Apply In per- son 122 S. 8th Ave. 8:11-9:1 p HOUSEKEEPER needed, live on estate. Call (863) 634-7552 or (863) 763-5321. 7:28tfc PERSON FOR GENERAL repair and maintenance of trucks, trailers, trac- tors and general farm machinery. Welding and fabrication a plus..Wages negotiable depending on experience. Apply at Buckhorn Nursery, 475 Lambert Rd., Zolfo Springs. 863-773- 6662. ,8:18c MECHANICS $1000 sign-on for experienced Competitive wages! Good benefits. Trainees welcome. Tampa, Port Manatee, Auburndale. Commer-cial Carrier Corp. 877-967- 5222. 8:11-18p FLEXIBLE HOURS P/T/F/T at growing CPA Firm. Opening for staff accoun- tant/bookeeper. Pay based on educ/exp. Send resume by fax 773- .0049 or email robinjed@strato.net. 8:11-18p dzalea apartments Now accepting applications! 2, 3. & 4 Bedroom pts. * Handicap units available * Rental rates beginning at $443 * (plus electric, cable and phone) *Rental assistance available for qualified applicants * 860 Pleasant Way Bowling Green, FL (863) 375-4138 Monday Friday 9 a.m. 5 p.m. Equal Housing Opportunity c17:14-8:18c 5105 N. Hwy 17 Bowling Green OU TIE AREONSAE VEYDY Any old hillbilly can change a tire, b'ut we sell tires for less and we prove it! Bo Espino Auto Technician Bo changes all types of tires... Car, Semi, Trailer,' etc. Open: Mon-Sat _.J 8:00 5:00 r ^*^. ,- CUSTOMER BEWARE! We are licensed and insured! Reg #MV-40625 S cl6:23tfc - says .. I n't 1.1 WE REPAIR MOST AMERICAN CARS FULL TIME MECHANIC &~~s 375-4461 am, Assistant Teacher ECMHSP is now accepting applications for Assistant Teacher to work with children ages 6 wks to 5 years in a Migrant Head Start Program. Responsible for assisting in the provision of develop- mentally appropriate activities and care for Head Start children under the guidance and direction of the Teacher. Position sup- ported by the Early Childhood Education Specialist. Preferred: CDA for working with appropriate age group (Infant/Toddler or Pre-school), 2 years experience, and active enrollment in Associates degree program. Bilingual (Spa/Eng or Creole/Eng)., Accepted: High School Diplbma/GED and CDA Credential for: working with appropriate age group (Infant/Toddler or Pre-school). and two years experience working with young children. Starting; salary $8.58-$9.01 per hour. Personal Leave and employer- matched retirement plan. Closing date: 8/29/05. Send resume/let- ter of interest or apply at: 5115 Mason Dixon Ave. Bowling Green. FL 33834, Tel. 863-375-2101, EOE, ADA, License #C14HA0001. Anuncio de empleo para el puesto de asistente de maestro ECMHSP esta aceptando solicitudes de empleo para el puesto de asistente de maestro para trabajar con ninos entire las edades: de 6 semanas a 5 anos de edad en un program de Migrant Head: Start. Tendra la responsabilidad de ayudar en la implementacionr de las actividades apropiadas para el desarrollo infantil y ayudar en el cuidado de los ninos de Head Start bajo la guia y direction, del maestro del salon de clase. El puesto esta apoyado por la, especialista de education de la ninez temprana. Se prefiere: La credencial CDA para trabajar con el grupo de ninos de la edad: apropiada (bebes/ninos pequenos o preescolares) y dos anos de experiencia. Ademas, debe estar activatmente matriculado en una' program para obtener su titulo asociado. Bilingue (espanol/ingles o criollo/ingles). Se acepta: Diploma de escuela secundaria/GED y la CDA para trabajar con el grupo de ninos de la edad apropiada (bebes/ninos pequenos o preescolares) y dos, anos de experiencia trabajando con ninos pequenos. El salario. inicial es entire $8.58-$9.01 por hora. Se ofrece permiso personal, permiso por enfermedad, y beneficios de retiro contribution del empleador. La ultima fecha para entregar la solicitud es: 8/19/05, envie su curriculo/su carta de interest o su solicitud de empleo a: 5115 Mason Dixon Ave. Bowling Green, FL 33834, Tel 863-375- 2101, EOE, ADA, Licencia # C14HA0001 c18:18,25c cl8:18,25c A. 781-1062 Call Today stimates ' ,-s ... The NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION You are hereby notified that Wauchula State Bank will sell the vehicles described below "As Is" to the highest bidder for cash, free of prior liens, to satis- fy legal obligations. 1984 Olds 4D Id.#1G3AY69Y5E9723841 2004 Chry 4D Id.#1C3EL56R04N323641 2001 GMC UT ld.#1GKCS13WX12175430 Contact Linda or Shannon for details at Wauchula State Bank 863-773-4151. The sale will be held on Friday August 26, 2005 at 10:00 am at the Wauchula State Bank parking lot located at 106 East Main Street, Wauchula, FL. c8:18,25c 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@kidshopeuriited.org or fax to (407) 386-3499. cl8:4-25c Classifieds POSITIONS AVAILABLE IMMEDIATE- LY: Cashier, stock, and daily cleaning persons. Full or part-time, Duette Country Store. Intersection of SR62 & CR39, Manatee County. Call Lenora at (941) 776-1097. 7:21tfc 3 BR/ 1 B, 2 car garage, in Ft. Meade, like new, $87,000. (863) 781-2541. 8:11-18p 3 BR/2 BA, 2 car garage, 1 1/3 acre, 2 wells, septic, Altman Road. 863-699- 9200 863-559-6751. 8:4-9:1 p We Buy Houses! 'k $Cash$ Call Juan Delatorre at (863) 773-0016 (863) 781-1128 Marc Anthony, Juan& Aaron cl8:4tfc HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING FOR EMPLOYMENT Bulldozers, Backhoes, Loaders, 'Dump Trucks, Graders, Scrapers, Excavators Next Class: August 22nd National Certification Financial Assistance - Job Placement Assistance 800-383-7364 Associated Training Services www.atsn-schools.com cl8:18c6 - __ CHEVROLET CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP Automotive Sales Positions Now Available!. We have immediate openings in our sales department. Looking for hard working career minded people, with a will to succeed. Successful candidate must possess: Professional Great Personality Honest Sales Driven We offer salary plus commission and a benefits package: Health Life 401 K Bonus Plan Paid Vacation A good cook is like a sorceress who dispenses happiness. DIVORCE BANKRUPTCY $69 863-314-0846 (non-lawyer)1 You Have The Power At Suburban Propane, we have been satisfying the needs of our 750,000 customers for over 75 years. We are currently I looking for a: DELIVERY ROUTE SALESPERSON The successful candidate will be responsible for providing safe, reliable, prompt and courteous delivery of propane gas to private and commercial accounts. Qualifications include a High School diploma or equivalent with prior propane gas deliv- ery experience preferred., Must possess a CDL with i clean driving record. We are looking for a strong team player with excellent customer service skills who is able to adjust to a changing work schedule with after hours emergency call-outs. Some heavy lifting is required. You will be rewarded with a competitive salary, bonus and benefits package. Please for- ward your resume and salary requirements to: Suburban Propane 518 S. 6th St. Wauchula, FL 33873 As part of our hiring process, background checks and pre-employment drug tests are performed. www.suburbanpropane.com EOE/AA/M/F/D/V c17:28tfc ROOSTERS, LAYING hens, 4 pygmy goats, and eggs (750 dz.) 863-735- 0139. 8:18-25p WANTED PYGMY or dwarf pygmy nanny goat. 781-9472. 8:18-25p 2001 YAMAHA, 4x4, 4-wheeler, alu- minum rims w/new tires, $2,500 OBO. 773-3513. 8:18p OPENING SOON! DRUM PEDAL, DW 5002, double bass pedal, top of-the-line, paid $350, sell- ing for $200. James, 375-4797. 1:6tfc FOR SALE: 1999 Homes of Merit dou- ble wide. 28'x60'. Excellent condition, 3BR/2Bath, den, fireplace, large living room, garden tub. Must be moved. $58,000. Call 863-767-4620. 8:18-25p NOW HIRING Full and part time waiters and waitresses. Must be 21 years and over. Must have at least 1 year experience. For more information please contact Natalie Pearson 773-4485 from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm. Also hiring full time busers. cl8:11-9:1c clB:11,18c * * * * USDA " Committed to the future of rurtd commultme. Cargill Juice Job Fair Wednesday, August 24 9 am Noon 1 pm 4 pm COME MEET THE TEAM at 1552 Sun Pure Road Avon Park Bring your resume, complete an application on site and be interviewed on the spot. We are seeking motivated team players with great attitudes and strong work ethics to complete our production force in Frostproof and Avon Park locations. Previous manufacturing or citrus pro- cessing experience is helpful. Mechanical aptitude and computer skills are a plus. If you are seeking an outstanding opportunity to work for a great company, don't miss this chance to apply. We offer good pay and great benefit package including Health/Dental/Life, 401-k, Pension, tuition reimbursement. Interested candidates may also apply at One Stop Career Centers in Lakeland, Winter Haven or Sebring. Fax resumes to 863-635-8125 or call 863-635-8054 for more information. DFWP/EOE. c18Ise L AMBER R REALTY INC. " 402 South 6th Avenue(863) 773-0007 Wauchula, FL 33873 Bus. (863) 773-0007 DORIS S. LAMBERT, G.R.I., Broker Fax: (863) 773-0038 Doris Lambert KENNETH A. LAMBERT, Broker E-mail:lambertdl@earthlink.net BUYERS AVAILABLE! WE NEED YOUR-LISTINGS -CONTACT US TODAY! HIGHWAY 62 FRONTAGE 5 acre tracts excellent building sites. $100,000. NATIVE FLORIDA! 40 Acres plus 3B/2B, C/B ranch style home, large oak trees, pond, road frontage, plenty of wildlife, close to town! $340,000. Recently updated, lovely frame home, 3B/1 Bth, well maintained, irrigation for plants, convenient location. $125,000. Secluded 17 acres and 2B/1.5 Bth M/H; plenty of wildlife including turkey, deer, and hogs. $175,000, COMMERCIAL LOT! Ideal location on Highway 17 North. SEE TODAY! ZONED COMMERCIAL! This lot has great potential; presently has a 2B/lBth home, approx. 1200 square feet. Listed at $75,000. 110 Acres of native grasses, two 4" wells, 2000 feet of paved road frontage, beautiful live oaks, approx. 5 acres native woods, gentle slope to property; perfect home- sites. $15,000 per acre. SEE THIS PARK MODEL D/W M/H on nicely land- scaped corner lot; 2B/2Bth, 1656 square feet, some fur- niture included in sale. $85,000. LOCATED AT THE HARDEE/MANATEE LINE- Excellent Opportunity to purchase this 38 acre tract of improved pasture that is fenced, small pond, shell road frontage; $570,000. Close to Manatee 5.49 acres, cleared, fenced, and small pond. $95,000. Minutes from Town! See this 40 acre tract, fronts on two roads, bahia grass; multiple homesites. $12,500 per acre. A total of 27.5 acres will sell as 7.5 acre tract and 20 acre tract or total tract; plenty of wildlife, convenient location; excellent homesites. Call for information. HIGHWAY 17 SOUTH COMMERCIAL BUILDING, presently used for two separate businesses; 2810 square feet; face brick, new roof; paved parking. Call for details! $275,000. "I SERVICE YOU CAN COUNT ON L=J~ ASSOCIATE: ASSOCIATE: ASSOCIATE: ASSOCIATE: ASSOCIATE: DELOIS JOHNSON.............773-9743 MICHAEL ADAMS .............781-2413 MIKEY COLDING...............781-1698 DAVID McCLINTOCK..........781-1226 CHARLOTTE TERRELL......781-6971 REALTOR 8:18c Citrus Removal Land Clearing backhoe Work Fond Digging Ditch Cleaning. Drivewags ebble Rock, etc. ~ s1~NOW VAILABLE 1 F ill ir,& eom oi Shawn Rimes (863) 781-0412 Agnet 158*17*9761 References Provided Upon Requests 1 BR or 2 BR Apartments Available for 62+ or Disabled Forest Glade Apartments 700 E. Townsend St. Wauchula, FL 863-773-0592 On-Site Managers Central Heat/Air Wall To Wall Carpet Storage Room Office Hours 1:00 pm 5:00 pm I - -- -I MMMMM sLL cl8:8tfc August 18, 2005, The Herald-Advocate 9B The Classifieds WE DO IT AL ...and we AL WA Y do it forL E3 $S ! Billy Ayers Tire Technician I~il Bob's i HOURS Mon. Fri. 8-6 Sat. 8-12 ISe Habla Espanoll REALTOR Ienn3 Sanders See more listings at REAL ESTATE NEW LISTING! Country living at its best! Bring the cows. 22.5 acs. complete with outstanding 3 BR, :2 bath modular home with caged pool & large screened lanai. Beautiful hard- wood cabinets with granite countertops, fireplace & new landscaping. $625,000! NEW LISTING! 5 acs. in east- ern Hardee Co. Has plenty of trees and lots of wildlife. $70,280! 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. Nice home in Knollwood. Approximately) 3000 total sf. Very comfortable home with 4BR. 2 bath. 2.5 car garage. Beautiful oaks, high and dry. $230,000! Take part and locate your busi- ness in this growing commercial area! 450' on North Florida Ave. Zoned commercial. $360,000! 5 BR, 2 bath MH on 5 acs. With 1860 SF living area. $130,000! Great location for your com- mercial business ... right on US Hwy 17! 2044 total SF gives plenty of room! $95,000. 34.4 ac. Valencia grove with red & green jets. Good produc- er. $18,000/ac! 863-773-0777 863-773-0727 (a L IS - TIRES lew and Used ires ires! / Donna Eures Secretary 116 REA Rd. Wauchula cross from Wal-Mart) MIT c, t:18tic (863) 773-2128 i REALTORSS JOE L. DAVIS JOE L. DAVIS, JR. JOHN H. O'NEAL - www.joeldavis.com INVESTMENTS Frontage on Hwy 17 N. South of new Suncoast Schools Credit Union. Approximately 3.5 acs. with 2 homes and 1 office. $1,000.000! RELAX & ENJOY! This beau- tiful, wooded 52 ac. tract in SW Hardee Co has easy access 0 ith dble road frontage. $780,000! Two wooded 1 ac. tracts in the Inverness area. Two minutes from boat landing to the Withlacootchee. One tract has well, septic & electric plus fill for l our home. $60,000! 20 ac. Hamlin groie approx. 2.5 miles east of Wauchula Paved rd frontage. $320.000! REDUCED: Sellers motivated! Outstanding home in Knollwood. 5 BR, 3 1/2 bath, formal living & dining, extra large family room fireplace, game room, and heated pool w/hot tub. Now $290.000! 20 acs. in Ft. Green area. Grove with home. 3BR, 1 bath with pool. Call toda . $15.000/ac. Secluded 2000 MH on 15 acs. sith 3BR. 2 bath, 1809sf liing area. 3855 total sf. Includes large concrete, covered patio/carport, shed, and dog pens. Reduced to $295,000! 38 ac. grove with county rd frontage in SW Hardee Co. $550,000! Commercial 34.5 acs. on north bound Hwi 17, over 1,800 feet of frontage. Bu. all or in part. Call today for details! CLATES AFTER HOVRS. DIDROYALL 781-.M90, SANDY LARRISON.. .&12-0I.M0 .. MKE.MclFOCSOiN ,.' BEAUTIFUL 1996 Hi-Line park model w/Florida room & laundry room addi- tion, large utility shed. Includes wash- er & dryer. Paid $25,000 plus $11,000 for additions will sell for $11,000 cash. 285-8502 or 245-9519. 8:18-9:15p 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 SHIH-TZU puppies, adorable & cud- dly, ACA certified. Now taking deposits. Call 781-1160. 8:18p 11I S icl BEAGLES FOR HUNTING one five year old registered male; one seven year old registered female and four eight month old young dogs, $600 for all 773-0547. 8:11-25p 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-dhi 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 "On The Jot RESCHKE CONSTRUCTION, INC. State Certified Building and Roofing Contractor Residential Remodeling Zolfo Springs, Florida (863) 735-0660 (863) 832-0409 John Resclike Bill Reschke Help Wanted Southeast Modular Mfg. South has an immediate opening for all phases of modular construction. Experienced Welders, framers, trim carpenters, plumbers and electricians. Competitive pay, benefits arid 401K. Apply in person 1340 Highway 17 North Wauchula, Florida 33873 EOE/Drug Free Workplace cI8:18c CCC-045925 License CBC-12430 Julie Hancoci (863) 781-4903 , Email:jhancock@ strato.net www.cfreal.com Teresa Hancock Gonzalz .................Broker/Owner gonzosellshomes@ aol.com Julie Deane Hancock ................. Realtor/Associate jhancock@strato.net I .Memb'erof Florida and National Association of Realtors and Greater Tampa'Association of Realtors. EuQLousING BRADENTON BEACH The best of everything. Full gulf view, partial view of the bay, pool, tennis court, dock with boat slips and miles of beach. This com- plex stretches from Gulf to bay and has everything you could want for that perfect vacation home or home Period. Newly updated and decorat- ed in that Tommy Bahama island style-. Kitchen has new granite A coun- ters, new maple cabinets and all new stainless steel appliances. Guests love it so 'much that they book their vacations a year in advance just to save their time slot, Some furnishings are included and others are negotiable. $575,000 Thinking of listing your home? Call us for fast results! 5% commission Due ONLY at closing FREE Buyers Service c8:18c THERE IS HELP! Spouse Abuse Crisis Line 1 (800) 500-1119 We Buy .HwU ses! AM-SbUTH REALTY ( 63) 773-2122,, S' ,. : ( ',. . DEMOLITION Tree & Stump Removal Parker Fill Dirt Local Contractor (863) 735-2415 cl9:16tfc D 0 SAM-SOUTH REALTY AKINA G REAL ESTATE REAL EASY. ' An Independently Owned and Operated Member of Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation FREE: Approximately 1 year old, male, blonde, dachshund and cur mix and female guinea pig w/cage. 767-0911. 8:18nc COCKER SPANIEL puppies, 9 weeks old, AKC registered. Call Frankie 735- 2382. 8:18p HAPPY JACK skin balm: treat 'hot spots'. Stop painful scratchifig & gnawing without steroids on dogs & cats. TSC Stores (773-3456) www.happyjackinc.com. 8:18-9:8c FOR SALE Beach condo full gulf view, partial bay view, $575,000. Call Julie Hancock Central Fla. Real Estate Investments, Inc. 781-4903. 8:18p 5 ACRES, great homesite, fenced, Ag- well, $75,000. 863-781-2493. 8:11-9:8p 10 ACRES. Two mobile homes on ; property. 773-5878 call for price. 8:18p 1 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 2 BR mobile home, AC furnished,' recently remodeled, $475 monthly,' $450 deposit. No Pets! 2 references- required. 773-0926. 8:18c. Now Hiring for Fall Stock & Cashiers Must be flexible with hours & days! Apply in person at Kash n Karry 1113 US Hwy 17 So. Wauchula ci8:11,18c 77 WELDER HOME = GYM LIKE NEW $150 773-6081 cl:8:18p S REMODELED! OW RE-OPEN! Sr. I Tea 9arkel Hwy. 17 Every Friday, Saturday, Sunday RESTROOMS WATER ELECTRIC 781-1062 c4:21tfc 600 West College, Drive Avon Park, FL 33825 (863)453-6661 FAX (863)784-7497 E-MAIL: jobs@southflorida.edu www.southflorida. edu COORDINATOR OF COMMUNITY RELATIONS Full-time, year-round position to provide professional support in the Community Relations and Marketing Office for external and internal public relations. Energetic team player needed who is responsible for designing all print adver- tising, brochures, and newsletters. Exceptional computer skills, particularly in desktop publishing (PageMaker, Quark, and PhotoShop) and word processing, required. Ability needed to meet deadlines, to be flexible, and to perform high quality multi-tasks. Will coordinate a variety of public relations, advertising, and marketing projects as assigned. Act as staff photographer. Requires Bachelor's degree in marketing, public relations, graphic-arts, journalism, or related field and, at least two years of directly related experience. Extensive experience in graphics design may substitute for. the degree requirement or experience. Starting annual salary: $25,000 $30,000. Full-time employee benefits include retirement, health and life insurance, vacation and sick leave. Deadline 5:00 p.m., Thurs., Aug. 18, 2005. Application forms are available in Human Resources, Building I (Highlands Campus), on SFCC's Web site, or at any SFCC campus/center. SFCC IS AN EQUAL ACCESS/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY INSTITUTION c118:11-18c SOUTH FLORIDA COMMUNITY COLLEGE 702 SOUTH 6TH AVENUE WAUCHULA, FL 33873 "ary Delatorre Broker (863) 773-2122 FAX (863) 773-2173 AFTER HOURS CALL: Donna Steffens, Associate 781-3627 Jerry Carlton, Associate 375-2887 Richard Dasher, Associate 773-0575 Dane Hendry, Associate 381-2769 Richard Dasher 0 . Office hours 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM ,3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH, fenced yard, large outbuilding. CHARMING TWO BEDROOM, 1 BATH concrete block $95,000. home in quiet neighborhood. Remodeled and ready for ------ new family. $89,900. NEWLY REMODELED HOME, great location, new appli- --- ances, fixtures and more. $129,900. BUILD YOUR OWN HOME IN THIS WOODED 5 ACRE ------ TRACT $152,000. HIGHWAY 66 FRONTAGE. Zolfo Springs lot. $40,000 SERENE SURROUNDINGS 3 bedroom, 2 bath MH on 8 acres. Large barn and more. $195,000. SECLUDED 24 ACRES, cabbage palms, oaks and other ------ natural Florida flora and fauna. Perfect for weekend LARGE LOT corner of Main and Hwy 17 in Bowling camping. $6,500 per acre. Green. $200,000. Member of the Wauchula Board of Realtors and the Multiple Listing Service. Look for us at Mid-FloridaHomes.com WE SELL HUD HOMES, CALL US FOR LISTINGS 8:18c Come give us a try! [SOLDJ ~ cl4:21tfc 10B The Herald-Advocate, August 18, 2005 -The Clas sifieds MOVE IN SPECIAL 2 bedroom mobile home for rent. From $100 weekly up. Plus deposit. No pets. Quiet family park. Call today 863-767-0841 or 1- 863-698-4910. 7:21-9:22p CITRUS VALLEY MOBILE HOME PARK is now accepting applications for 2 bedroom mobile homes from $350 monthly and deposit. No pets, nice family park. Call 1-863-698-4910 or 1-863-698-4908. Under new man- agement. 7:21-9:1 p NICE CLEAN furnished efficiency apartment for one person only. AC/Heat, utilities furnished. $100 per week. First and last weeks rent, dam- age deposit and references required. 773-9793. 8:18p NEED HELP with your elderly? 'Part- time or weekend. 773-3972. 8:18-9:1c EXTERIOR HOUSE PAINTING by pro- fessional. Reasonable rates (863) 245-0064 or (941) 518-9476. 8:11 p MIKE'S LAWN CARE SERVICE. Residential and commercial. Free estimates. 773-6656. 8:11-9:8p PINEDA LAWN CARE. Any size job. 773-9315. 7:28-8:25p M&R LAWNCARE mowing, bush hog- ging. Call 773-4698 or 773-6372. 7:14-9:15p PUMP TROUBLE? CALL ULLRICH'S PITCHER PUMP For complete sales, service and installation, call (863) 773-6448. 7:18tfc TN T FILL PIZT, INC Dirt, Sand, Shell, Washout, Citrus Tree Removal, Land Clearing. Building House Pads and Driveways 3721 E Main St Tim Parrish Wauchula F (863) 781-3342 33873 Nextel Office 158*17*31234 (863) 773-9446 S(863) 773-9446 We Accept Most Major Credit Cards UI Temporary or Permanent Personnel and Payroll Services SOLUTIONS Personnel Services CONTACT: Payroll SFederal and State Taxes Deposits Tax Reports Worker's Comp FICA Year End W2's ROBBY ALBRITTON 116 W. Orange St., Wauchula (863) 773-9225 10:21tc PILKINGTON TREE SERVICE INC. Bobcat rvice Tree Trimming Complete Tree Removal *FREE ESTIMATES* (803)781-2089 licensed a Insured S cl4:21tfc Accept M/C Visa 107 W. Main Street I n TopsySee wauchula, FL 33873 REAL ESTATE 773-5994 NEW LISTING: 15 acres, Lemon Grove Area, $15,000 per acre. r NEW LISTING: 2.10 acres parcel in Pioneer Acres, $30,000. Approx. 10 acres in Golfview. For $75,000 Large acreage available. Call for info. NEW LI mst aets be tifu lder home in Wauchula. 4Br/2B a. n ii Y jing'olitey remodeled, New Metal roof. t tt-i AA p3 sted living group home or 2ap &I0ppJ_, NEW LISTING 10 acre parcel located on NManley Rd. We Have Buyers! We Need Listings! Topsy See, broker Vanette See, associate Check out more stings at www.ourhomesite.comiwauchulareallors Or email us at: theseegroup@earthlink.net a c8.: ALUMINUM CONSTRUCTION, roof- overs, screen rooms, carports, pool cages, rescreening'. Harold Howze Construction. 735-1158. RR0050181. 7:14-9:15p FRANK'S LAWN CARE, free esti- mates. Commercial, residential. Licensed-insured. 781-7360., 6:30-9:1 p CENTRAL PUMP & IRRIGATION, INC., (863) 773-6259. Services include aer- ators, house pumps, new installation & repair on yard systems. 5:26tfc D.C. PHONE SERVICE. Residential and small business installation & repair. Specializing in mobile homes, 35 years experience. 863-773-9179. 5:19-8:25p 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 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. LET US PICK up junk cars out of your yard. Will buy old farm tractors. Crooms- 773-0637. 2:24tfc PARKER FILL DIRT, tree removal, stump removal, dragline, track hoe, land clearing, shell, clay, top soil, loader, bulldozer, dump trucks. 735- 2415. 9:9tfc 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 cairy the contractor's license number. tfc-dh OSTOMY, COLOSTOMY, AND ideosto- my supplies now in stock at Pete's Pharmacy. tfc .6 a. GIANT YARD SALE: Fri. & Sat. 7:30 a.m. All sizes men's women's, babies clothes,, furniture, appliances, and much more! 1265 Knollwood Circle, Wauchula. 8:18p FRIDAY & SATURDAY: 4676 County Road 663 N., Ft. Green area, 8:00-? Tools, dresser, night stand, storage cabinet, lots of misc. 8:18p YARD SALE: Fri. & Sat. 7-7, 119 S. 8th Ave. Lots of Stuff. 8:18p FRIDAY/SATURDAY, 9-?, 933 Heard Bridge Rd., Rain or shine! 8:18p HUGE SALE! Saturday, 8-7, 4636 Bryan Ave., Bowling Green.' Name brand clothes for boys, girls, adults, nice furniture, dishes, more 8:18c BIGGEST YARD SALE ever seen on J&J parking lot. Something for every- one. Everything cheap. All day Friday sale will be Sept. 2. 8:18-25c QUEEN BEDS $25 set. Fri./Sat. Edna's Parking Lot. 8:18-25c SATURDAY, 7-?, 3129 Hanusch Rd. behind Torrey Oaks Golf Course. Follow signs. 3 Family! 8:18p SATURDAY, 7:30-?, 753 Old Bradenton Rd. Multi-family! Household items. 8:18p FRIDAY/SATURDAY, 8-5, 214 S. 10th Ave., Wauchula. Lawn mower, big screen TV, pull trailer, etc. 773-6697. 8:18p NELSON GONZALEZ CUSTOM BLUEPRINTS NEW OR EXISTING REMODEL DESIGN REONT oaVATION RESIDENTIAL*COMMERCIAL PHONE: (863) 832-0149 SITE DESIGN FAX: (863) 735-0147 - HELP WANTED No Place Like Home, Inc. looking for highly motivated respon- sible, and caring people to work With Developmentally Disabled adults and children. You Must Have a High School Diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years Related Work History. Full & Part time positions, evenings, nights & week- end shifts only. Qualified Applicants please, stop by 955 Altman. Road, Wauchula to fill out an application or call (863) 767-6006. cl8::1 -9:1p AJ',s Tree Service -~ if I / Su mer+-et W"e, t a +U r e s,, a r e,,,ffOT,: but our prices are sti 40,000 actual miles C2001 Chevy Cavalier S Dan Hill I Tax, tag.& title not inclu C2001 Ford v^ Escape jj 2000 Pontiac IGrand Prix COOL 2002 Oldsmobile SAlero 2000 Ford Focus BUY PAY . .HERE! r A. HER E! , No.lnterest Charge A T HER Ei ! No Finance Charge Jimmy Hill U.S. Hwy. 17 S" is 375-4441 Bowling Gree ided. Hill's Auto World is 375-4441' I(across from Presto) not responsible for typographical errors cl8:18c We Will Not Be Under Bid TREE TRIMMING CUTTING CLEAN-UR ETC. Free Estimates (863) 767-0934 Cell: (863) 781-2783 Insured cl7:28-8:25o A community is like a ship; everyone ought to be prepared to take the helm. 2001 1998 Sebring Expedition convertible local-owner 2001 2001 Dodge Ford short wheel XLT Lariat base crewcab r ---------- -' Coupon ~ $500 OFF any vehicle on the lot! Must bring in coupon. L ----------------------J BACK-TO-SCHOOL SPENDING The beginning of school is one of the biggest spending times of the : year. Families are faced with buying school clothes and classroom supplies for their children. Teachers are often faced with not only buying school clothes arid supplies for their children, but for themselves and their own classrooms as well. It is burdensome to the family budget and quite convenient and easy to over-extend credit buying, only to face the bills over the coming months, which lead into the holiday season, which is another heavy spending peri- od. So, what to do? The Institute of Consumer Financial Education has 10 tips for helping families avoid heavy debt during this time of year. My hope is that these ideas will help keep your family spending plan healthy! Try these tips for getting better value when doing your remaining back-to- school shopping. 1. Make a list of what is needed by category; for example, clothing, books, sports, music, etc. 2. Start watching for store sale flyers, flea markets, garage sales, clear- ance sales, etc. 3. Establish a spending plan and timetable for purchases over several weeks or months. 4. Comparison shop with at least five different sources for the best val- ues. 5. Consider not buying all the needed clothing initially, because it may all need replacing at the same time. Spread out these purchases over many weeks. Allow some flexibility so as to take advantage of sales and true bar- gains. 6. Avoid using credit cads to spend income not yet earned. They are too expensive and users either pay interest or an annual fee, or both, for the convenience. Some credit card companies routinely promote indiscriminate spending, which so often can result in overspending. 7. When it comes to trendy items for school clothes or school supplies, encourage children to become independent and not "go-with-the-flow," demanding all of the latest fads from the summer's hottest movies, for example. Fads often lose their steam after school starts because nearly every other child has them. 8. If you have more than one school-aged child in your house, you may want to consider setting aside money each month of the year for this expense to avoid having to divert money away from other expenses. Good money managers follow this practice. 9. Use layaway plans for clothing, supplies, etc. whenever possible and practical. 10. Purchase previously used textbooks, lab tools and supplies, etc. when possible. For more information about mending spending, visit tlhe ICFE's Web page at www.icfe:info., Avoid being a victim to the forces of credit spend- ing, and keep your family's budget healthy this school year! Also, call the Hardee County Extension Service at 773-2164 for more information on developing a spending plan. 10 HOURS A MONTH! That's all it takes to speak up for a child. Volunteer to be a Guardian Ad Litem. 773-2505 (If office unattended, please leave message.) SOUTH FLORIDA COMMUNITY COLLEGE MESSAGE CHANGED DAILY! Get comfortable with God's Word. 8:18c 600 West College Drive Avon Park, FL 33825 (863) 453-6661 Fax (863) 784-7497 e-mail: jobs@southflorida.edu www.southflorlda.edu SPECIALIZED MAINTENANCE: SECURITY & FIRE ALARMS Full-time year round position responsible for fire and security alarm system maintenance and trouble-shooting. Experience or training on Simplex alarm systems and fire sprinkler systems required. At least two years of related full-time experience preferred. Position involves moderately heavy manual work. Hourly rate: $9.49 to $10.22, plus comprehensive benefits package including retirement, medical and life insurance, vacation and sick leave. Deadline: 5 p.m., Friday, August 26, 2005. Application forms are available in Human Resources, Building I (Highlands Campus), on SFCC's Web site, or at any SFCC cam- pus/center. EQUAL ACCESS/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/VETERAN'S PREFERENCE cl8:18,25c 20 19e9 on e2000 1998 Ford Mustang laget lte c IRanger convertible deaersintI2000 .1999 couty!Pontiac Dodge Grand Prix Caravan 2000 1998 Dodge Che vyw ill beat Neon Blazer We will beat 68,000 Mi. 4 dr. amnhnbdv' 2000 2000 Chevy Ford Cavalier Taurus deal! Hade @a C, Wauchula 505 N. 6th Ave. (across from First National Bank) 773-6667 Wauchula Hills Corner of Hwy 17 & Rea Rd. 773-2011 Hardee County's Best Sales Team! Billy Hill Rosemary Owner Wauchula Team Ruby Maria Wauchula Team Wauchula Team .We are a working team. All vehicles are Buy Here! Pay Here! We ealthebet a d w ols -alet a rst- 11818 _ -r rl I Friendly n 0) August 18, 2005, The Herald-Advocate 11B IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR HARDEE COUNTY, FLORIDA FAMILY LAW DIVISION. CASE NO.: 2001 DR-000440 IN RE: THE MATTER OF: CARLOS ALEMAN Petitioner/Father, vs. WENDY TOLEDO, Respondent/Mother. / NOTICE OF ACTION FOR CHILD CUSTODY. PATERNITY AND OTHER RELATED RELIEF TO: WENDY TOLEDO 1819 Alamo Ave. Wauchula, FL 33873 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 CARLOS ALEMAN, Petitioner, c/o Wendy K. McGinnis, Esquire, whose (address is Post Office Box 130, Bartow, FL 33830-0130 on or before I thirty (30) days from the date of this publication, and file the original with the Clerk of this Court, at Post Office ,Box 1749, Wauchula, FL 33873 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a Default may be entered against you ;for the relief demanded in the peti- tion. 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 For 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit 'will be mailed to the address on record at the Clerk's office. WARNING: Rule 12,285, Florida SFamily Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanc- tions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings. Dated: August 4, 2005 CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT B. Hugh Bradley SBy: Connie Coker Deputy Clerk 8:11-9:1c IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND, FOR HARDEE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO. 25 2005 CA 000 429 --LAMBERT PROPERTIES, INC. Plaintiff, vs. ... HERMAN JOHN WALTER HUENEKE AS SUCCESSOR ! TRUSTEE UNDER HEARTY ACRES TRUST DATED JULY 6, 1994. HERMAN JOHN WALTER HUENEKE, INDIVIDUALLY AND THE UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES OF THE HEARTY ACRES TRUST DATED, JULY 6, 1994, AND ALL OTHER PARTIES CLAIMING BY, -THROUGH AND UNDER OR AGAINST THE BENEFICIARIES, Defendants. / NOTICE OF ACTION TO: Herman John Walter Hueneke as Successor Trustee under Hearty Acres Trust 'Dated July 6, 1994, Herman- John Walter Hueneke, .:Individually iand the:' Unknown Beneficiaries of the Hearty Acres Trust Dated, July 6, 1994, and All Other Parties Claiming By, Through .and under or Against the Beneficiaries, address unknown. YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for Quiet Title on the following prop- erty in HARDEE County, Florida: Begin at a point 33.00 feet South 00 21' 52" West of the NE corner of the East 1/2 of NW S1/4 of NE 1/4 of Section 30, Township 34 South, Range 26 East, thence South 00 21' :52" West along East line of said ; East 1/2 of NW 1/4 of NE 1/4, S660.00 .feet; thence -North 89* 25' 28" West parallel, to North line of said East 1/2 NW.1/4 of NE 1/4, 664.11 feet; thence North 00' 24' 19" East along West line of said East 1/2 of NW 1/4 of NE 1/4 660.00 feet; thence South 89 25'28" East parallel to North line of said E 1/2 of NW 1/4 of NE 1/4, 664.04 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to a public road ease- ment of East 25 feet. N1: has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on JEFF J. MCKIBBEN, Plaintiff's attorney. whose address is Post Office Box 1748, Wauchula, Florida 33873, with thirty (30) days after the first publica- tion of this notice, and file the original with the Clerk of this Court either before service on Plaintiff's attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you ;. for the relief demanded inhthe Com- , plaint. WITNESS my hand and seal of this Court on 3 day of August, 2005 S'B. HUGH BRADLEY As Clerk of the Court By: Connie Coker As Deputy Clerk If 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 of certain assis- ' tance. Please contact the Office of -: the Court Administrator, 863-534- '* 4690, within two (2) working days of your receipt of this Instrument: If you are hearing -or voice impaired, call TDD 863-534-7777 or Florida Relay Service,80b-955-8770. 8:11-9:1c 8:11-9;1C IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR HARDEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File # 25-2005-CP-000090 * IN RE: ESTATE OF PETRA PEREZ JAIMES Deceased. I NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the Estate of Petra Perez Jaimes, deceased, whose date of death was September 21, 2002; is pending in the Circuit Court for Hardee County, Florida, Probate Division; File Number 25- 2005-CP-000090, the address of which is P.O. Drawer 1749, Wauchula, FL 33873. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative's attor- ney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other 'persons, who have claims or demands against decedent's estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, and who have been served a copy of this notice, must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DUE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decendent and other persons who have claims or demands against the decendent's estate, including unmatured, contin- gent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN THREE' (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT'S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLI- CATION OF THIS NOTICE IS: AUGUST 11, 2005. Personal Representative: Santana M. Rodgriguez 284 Griffin Road Wauchula, FL 33873 Attorneys for Personal Representive: RICHARD E. LARSEN, ESQ. LARSEN & ASSOCIATES, RA. 55 E. Pine Street Orlando, Florida 32801 (407) 841-6555 Florida Bar Number: 0794066 8:11-18c IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF FLORIDA IN AND FOR HARDEE COUNTY CASE NO. 252005CA000432 DENNIS M. CARRICO and CATHERINE B. CARRICO husband and wife Plaintiffs, vs. WILLIAM K. MATETZSCHK and MARGIE N. MATETZSCHK, his wife, if alive or if dead, and their unknown spouses, heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors, and all other parties claiming by, through, under or against them; and BEVERLY A. HERNANDEZ and RICHARD A. HERNANDEZ. her hus- band, Defendants, / NOTICE OF ACTION ) TO THE DEFENDANTS: WILLIAM K. MATETZSCHK MARGIE N. MATET- ZSCHK, his wife, if alive pr if dead, and their unknown spouses, heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors, and all other parties claiming, by, through, under or against them 3575 S. Side Blvd. Jacksonville. FL 32216 Last Known Address BEVERLY A. HERNANDEZ RICHARD A. HERNANDEZ 54 Oak Ridge Circle Lake Placid, FL 33852 Last Known Address YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action has been filed against you to quiet title on the following described prop- erty in Hardee County, Florida. Lot 71 of the Oaks of Hardee County, an unrecorded subdivi- sion in Hardee County, Flqrida, more particularly described as: A boundary survey of Lot 71 of The Oaks, an unrecorded subdivision lying in Sections 11, 14 and 15, Township 36 South, Range 25 East, Hardee County. Florida, described as follows: Assuming the North line of said Section 15 to bea N 89'49'21" W: thence commence at the NW corner of said Section 14; thence S 5813'47" E, 531.05 feet; thence S 0026'19" W, 120.00 feet; thence S 89052'38" E, 3020.00 feet; thence N 0026'19" E, 733.00 feet; thence N 8952'38" W, 110.00 feet; thence N 0026'19" E, 822.00 feet to the P.O.B.; thence continue N 0026'19" E, 270.00 feet; thence N 8952'38" W, 810.00 feet; thence S 0026'19" W, 270.00 feet; thence S 8952'38"\E, 810.00 feet to the P.O.B.; subject to a road easement over the North 30.00 feet and over the West 30.00 feet thereof. and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to JOHN W. H. BURTON of Burton & Burton, RP. A.. Post Office Drawer 1729, Wauchula, Florida 33873, on or before the 9th day of September, 2005, and file the original with the Clerk of the Court either before service on Plaintiffs', attorney or immediately thereafter, or a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint or petition. WITNESS my hand and seal of this Court on this 4th day of August, 2005. B. HUGH BRADLEY .Clerk of Courts, By: Connie Coker Deputy Clerk : 8:11-9:1c By LAUREN RAULERSON For The Herald-Advocate Most Hardee County residents are aware of the fact, that hundreds of youngsters are involved in local 4-H clubs, if only due to the strong smell of pigs, cows and poultry from the Cattleman's arena during the Hardee County Fair in late February. However, many residents includ- ing some 4-H members, are not aware of how large the 4-H pro- gram is and everything it has to offer. Today (Thursday) is 4-H open house. It will be held at the Hardee County Agri-Civic Center on Altman Road from 3-7 p.m. for anyone who is interested in seeing what 4-H has to offer. The 4-H County Extension Office is also available to answer any questions at 773-2164. The 4-H program's purpose is to build leadership skills, responsibil- ity, loyalty and service into the leaders of tomorrow. The 4-H motto is "Learning by Doing" . Most 4-H members in Hardee County choose to do a project on raising an animal such as a pig, steer, chicken, rabbit, -etc. By car- ing for an animal a great deal of responsibility is learned. At the County Fair, the 4-H members sell their animals and receive money that can be put towards college, a vehicle or other expense. This project is an example of "Learning by Doing", and as it teaches the 4-H members, it also rewards them for the skills they have learned and mastered. While this particular project is extremely beneficial, 4-H offers numerous projects such as this one to teach other vital skills. The terms .4-H Congress, Legislature, consecutive boards and county, district and state coun- cil are foreign to most Hardee County 4-H'ers. These opportuni- ties are available to 4-H seniors. A senior is anyone who is 13 by Sept. 1 of the new 4-H year. County events are held every year in Hardee County for youth interested, in a variety of activities. Public speaking, demonstrations, clothes design, modeling, instru- ment playing, singing, speeches and many other projects are dis- played every year at county events. The 4-H'ers compete against one an, t.ligr in sepa-iate categories. and the winners advance to district events. District events are held in one of the counties in the local .district, which is District 10. District events IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR HARDEE COUNTY, STATE OF FLORIDA JUVENILE DIVISION CASE NO. 252004DP000065 IN THE INTEREST OF: i n DOB: 12/16/96 Child. I SUMMONS AND NOTICE OP 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 HION- ORABLE Robert L. Doyel, Circuit Judge, on September 22, 2005, at 9:00 a.m., at the HARDEE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 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. In 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 5th day of August, 2005. , B. HUGH BRADLEY, CLERK C. Nava .as his Deputy Clerk 8:18-9:8c are similar to county events except on a larger scale. Competitions are held for each category and the win- ners for each category advance to 4-H State Congress. Congress is held annually at the University of Florida in Gainesville at the end of July: While competi- tions are held here, Congress is much different than county or dis- trict events. Florida's 4-H'ers stay in the University of Florida's dor- mitories all week and participate in a variety of workshops as well as service and recreational activities. Youth from across the state join to make friends, gain. experience and learn skills to make them better leaders. While Hardee County is small, its 4-H program is huge! Still, only four local 4-H members attend 4-H State Congress this year. One of the four was Catherine Polk. "I attended a Web Internet workshop at Congress and I thought it was really interesting. I never thought 4-H would have such a variety of opportunities" Catherine says. Catherine also performed at the Performing Arts Center, playing the piano in: front of the entire 4-H Congress. "I was amazed at what a big production the 4-H program put on," she,says. Living in a small community like Hardee County, meeting new peo- ple is not an everyday occurrence. State 4-H Congress puts 4-H'ers in an environment with hundreds of new people. This new environment especially teaches small-town youth communication and people skills which are vital once kids leave this sheltering community. Leadership and public speaking skills are also taught in various ways at Congress. Another 4-H state event is 4-H Legislature. It is held in Tallahassee at the House of Representatives. 4-H'ers have the opportunity to participate in the legislative process and pass mock. bills as well as attend workshops and serve on committees. This 'year, one local 4-H'er attended 4-H Legislature, Roy Petteway. "It's never smart to stay in the same pond. It was good to get out of my comfort zone and meet new people." Roy says, "Most kids who attend "Legislature" didn't show animals. They were in the 4-H program because of state events like Legislature. It really showed me there is more to 4-H than what I thought." There are also 4-H consecutive boards, where 4-H'ers sit on com- mittees and plan upcoming 4-H events. They play a part in the future 4-H year, and while having to learn how to work with others successfully, they also learn how to become successful leaders. These events aie all great learn- ing opportunities, but some may be reluctant to attend these state events because of the distance and the amount of time away from home. However, there also are local leadership opportunities such as serving on the county council. Each county has a 4-H president, vice president, etc. These positions obviously teach great leadership skills and play a large role in the county's 4-H program. In the same way every county has 4-H officers, each district has officers as well. This year's district officers for District 10 are President Jamie Burnham from Okeechobee County, Vice Pre- sident Sarah Dumont from High- lands County, Secretary Lauren Raulerson from Hardee County, Treasurer Rachel .Barber from Highlands County, Reporter/His- 'torian Kelly Buckanan from Okeechobee County, Parliment- arian 'Rachel Rock from Okee- chobee County and Chaplain Kayla Patton from DeSoto County. Holding a district office allows them to meet new people and plan the 4-H year for hundreds of 4- H'ers in the area. These officers will work to better the district's 4-H program as a whole and promote the state 4-H events. The 4-H organization offers so much more than what the commu- nity sees every year at the Hardee County Fair. The agriculture aspect of 4-H has taught Hardee County's youth necessary skills in becoming respected men and women for the past several years, but it is time for Hardee County 4-H'ers to see the variety of opportunities 4-H has to offer in addition to its great agricul- tural program. Each 4-H'er pledges to think clear, be loyal, strive to be healthy and serve their club, community, county and world. They follow a motto to "learn by doing," and all these 4-H opportunities allow all of these things in great measure. 408 l ast l}laui Stued 'auacuda, Lessons, Instruments, Accessories, t '' Kindermusic, & Piano Tuning Piano, Guitar, Drums, all Band Instruments * (863) POP- TUNE 6:30tfc 4-H: Learning By Doing nery Tours Tasting COUNTRY STORE SL LI Tues-Sat. 9-5 Sun 12-4 863-699-2060 980 Henscratch Road Lake Placid, Florida ..i www.henscratchf arms.com iNo IN THE ViNiARD SAT. AUi. 6 SA IN THE VlSNH D RI. 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With Wauchula First Baptist opt- irg not to play in the tourney, there were only five teams and four games necessary to decide the championship. Wauchula First Methodist drew a bye on the first evening and won two games last Thursday to become champions. The tournament started Monday, Aug. 8, with a game between Bowling Green Baptist and Christian Heritage, which won the nail-biter 14-12. For Christian Heritage, it was Kimberly Holt and Loretta Smith smacking doubles. Mindy Chap- man, Valerie Smith and Christine Mardo each had four hits. Vanessa Smith and Mardo each circled the bases three times. Thank You I thank you for my pants, But not for the ants. I thank you for my hat, But not for the bats. I thank you for friends, And for my kins. I thank you for my school, 'Cause now I'm not a fool. I thank you for my house, And that I'm not a mouse. I thank you for my certificates, They prove I'm not an idiot. I thank you for the cars, But not for the bars. I thank you for the trees, And I'm glad that you made me. The End By Mesqua Fields, age 11, daughter of Joesph H. Fields, Fort Green KIDS! YOUR WORK COULD BE PRINTED HERE! "kid's korner" is a weekly feature whicn relies solely on reader input. Children 12 and under may send Iheir pencil or ink drawings, snon stories, poems, rid- dies or jokes for consideration DO NOT USE NOTEBOOK PAPER OR LINED PAPER. Please include ime name, age. parents names and place of resi- dence on each entry, printed legibly Items must be the child's ORIGINAL work Submissions cannot be returned Send to kid's korner, The Herald- Advocate. P.O. Box 338. Wauchula. FL 33873. For Bowling Green, it was Erica Dalton stroking a pair of doubles and Kirbi adding another. Sharon had a perfect night with four hits for four at-bats. Amy added three scores, Erica two and Tina, Summer, Connie, Kirbi, Sharon, Amanda, Selena and Kristine each one run. Others playing this year have been Kali, Tiffany, Chelsea, Brandi, Hannah, Angie, Brittany, Raleigh and Lori. The Monday late game was a long heartbreaker for St. Michael's Catholic, which lost 29-27 to First Christian. For First Christian Tammy Camilo hit a triple, double and three singles in almost hitting for the cycle. Melissa Albritton and Staci Stanford each also had five hits. All three scored five runs. Tara Bates chipped in with four scores and Loretta Starnes and Erica Eisenhower had twin tallies and Linda Rogers and pickup player Mindy Chapman had one apiece. Virginia Jackson drilled a triple, double and three singles for a half dozen RBIs for St. Michael's. She and Angel each came around to cross home plate five times. 'Erica had four hits and four scores. Denise, Crystal and Roxanne each 'added three runs. Other players for St. Michael have been Amy, Sarai, Lori Dees, Sami Jo Morgan, Wanda Stettler, Glenda Eures, Gloria Floes, Marvina, Linda R. Ashley, Mary, Josie, Ciara, Janice and Paloma. In the Thursday early game, First Methodist outlasted Christian Heritage 11-2. Elene Salas homered and dou- bled for four RBIs for First Methodist. Joy Gilliard tripled and Mary Morgan and Jamie Salas each doubled. Meagan Smith, Jamie Salas and Dusti Taylor came around to score twice apiece. Morgan, Gilliard, Elene Salas, Heather Heine and Stephanie Gugle added solo scores. For Christian Heritage. Kimberly Holt and Valerie Smith were the only players to cross home plate. Ann 'Talley. Jennifer Roberts. Donna Smith. Sandra Holt, Loretta Srfiith, Christine Nlardo and Nichelle Wiggins all were stranded on the bases. .Others pla. ing for Heritage this season are Dakota Swain, Vanessa Smith, Whitne Smith, Ashton Shoffner, Mindy Chapman, Brittany Edmonton, Brittany McMillan, Jan Dillon, Cindy Brown and Dana Shoffner. The championship game between First Christian and First Methodist was next. The Methodist women won this one 30-2, putting a resounding finish to their season. Elene Salas tripled and both Morgan and Gilliard hit doubles. Jamie Salas had five hits and was safe on an error, putting six runs on the board. Crystal Bledsoe also had five hits. Morgan, Gilliard and Elene Salas each rounded the bases four times. Bledsoe, and Dusti Taylor each added a trio of scores, Smith two runs and Debbie Gulliver, Gugle and Kristian Taylor each one tally. Others playing for the Methodists this season have been Tammy Perrine, Lori Knight, Diane Brummitt, Aimee Dellepere, Sue Varrecchio and Lori B. For First Christian, Camilo and Eisenhower were the only batters to get all the way home. Albritton had the only extra-base hit, a double. Camillo led with four hits for four at-bats, and Starnes had twin hits. Others playing for First Christian this year we re Stanford, Bates, Rogers, Linda Strickland, Liz Lenhart, Sabrina Barber, Kim Cason and Chelsea Whaley. First Baptist did not play in the tournament. Their players during the year included Robin Macias, Shari Knight, Melissa Eldridge, Melinda Nickerson, Celia Pate, Danielle Turner, Kristie Gough, Kaila Nix, Maratha Ann Weems, Kelli Denney, Emily Eldridge, Melanie Henderson and Stephanie. L(VL~t&J.(ntl~agSs ~k v~7t A * You can't lose... with Relationship Checking * No monthly fee when you qualify * Free Custom Checks * Free Online Banking * Free Online Bill Payment * Free E-Statement * Earns Dividends * Free Traveler's Checks * Free Cashier's Checks * Free Money Orders * Free ATM Transactions at MIDFLORIDA and Publix Presto ATMs * Free Courtesy Pay Overdraft with no fee NSFs Bonus! $100 cash with your hew Relationship Checking Account '/ EM IDFLORID/ Wauchula 1490 Hwy. 17 N. / Tower-Lakeland 129 S. 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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. Morning Worship.... ..........10:30 a.m.. Evening Worship ....................6:30 p.m. Wed. Discipleship ..................6:30 p.m. Thurs. Mens Prayer. ..... 600 a.m. Thurs. Ladies Bible Study 5 30 p.m. CHURCH OF GOD H: w 17 and Ratliff Rd. 375-22311 375-3100 Sunday School 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. - Sunda.i AM Worship .. 10-30 am Sunday Evening 600pm We'd Prayer Meeung 7 00 p m FAITH ASSEMBLY OF GOD 4937 Hwy. 17 N. 375.4206 Sunday School.. 9 45 a m. Morning Worshp ... II 00 a m Disciples Train & Choirs 5-30 p.m Evening Worship ... 6-30 p m Wednesday Pra.er .7-00 p m FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Bowling Green S. Hwy. 17.-375-2253 Sunday School ... .. 9-45 a m S Morning Worship .. 11I 00 a m Sunday Eening .6 30 pm \\ednesda) Prayer 6 31) pm FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Grape & Church Streets 375-2340 Sunday School ..9 45 a m Morning Worshup....... 11I 00 a m. Youth Fellowship ..... .5.00 p.m Evening Worship 600pm Wed Bible Stud ... 7:00 p m FORT GREEN BAPTIST CHURCH Baptist Church Road 773-9013 Sunday School ........ 9 45 am Morning Worship .11.00 a m Sunday Evening .. ..600 pm Wedn~da3y Prayer 7 00 p m HOLY CHILD SPANISH CATHOLIC MISSION Misa I Espanol) Sunday .7 00 p.m IGLESIA DEL DIOS VIVO 105 Dixiana St. 375-3370 Dormingo Serv De Predicacion II 00 p m Martes Estudio Biblico .... 7.00 p m. S iercoles Estudior Juverul 7.00 p m. Jueves Serv. De Predicacion 7 00 p m IMMAANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH 210 E. Broward St. 375-4228 or 773-9019 Sunday School .. .. . Morning Worship Evening Worship ....... Wednesday Prayer....... .9 45 a m 11:00 am. .7-00 p m .700pm MACEDONIA PRIMITIVE BAPTIST CHURCH 607 Palmetto St. Church School ..... ..930 a m Morning Serv ice 11 00 a m Evening Service .....700pm Wed Bible'Study/Prayer Ser 7 00 p m. Communion-2rid Son Evening 6:00 p m MT. PISGAH BAPTIST CHURCH 6210 Mt. Pisgah Rd. 375-4409 Sunday School .. .. .. 9:45 a m Morning Worship ....... .11.00 a m Disciples Training ... 5.00 p m Evening Worship ... .7-00 p m Wednesday Prayer Time .. 7-00 p m OPEN DOOR FULL GOSPEL PRAISE CENTER E. Broward St. Sunday School..... 1000 a.m Sunday Service ........ 6.00 p.m. Wednesday Service ..... .. 7'30 p.m. BOWLING GREEN PRIMERA MISSION BAUTISTA Murray Road off Hwy. 17 375-2295 *Domingos Escuela Dom...........9:45 a.m. Servicio de Adoracion ............11:00 a.m; Servicio de Predicacion ............5:00 p.m. Miercoles Servico ...................6:30 p.m. VICTORY PRAISE CENTER 128 E. Main St. Sunday School ... ... .10-00 a.m. Morning Worship II 00 a.m. Sunday Night Service ...........7:00 p.m. Mid-Week Bible Study, Thurs. 7:30 pim. ONA LIMESTONE BAPTIST CHURCH 4868 Keystone Ave. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ...................11:00 a.m. Bible Study 6:00 p.m. Evening Worship ...........7:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer ..................7:00 p.m. NEW ELIM INDEPENDENT BAPTIST Badger Loop Lane 773-4475 Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service......................11:00 a.m. Sunday Night Worship .600pm Wednesday Prayer Time 7.00 p m NEW ZION BAPTIST CHURCH 202 Sidney Roberts Road Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship .................11:00 a.m. Disciples Training 600 p m Evening W.orship 630 pm Wednesday Prayer. 7-00 p m ONA BAPTIST CHURCH 131 Bear Lane 773-2540 Sunday School 1000am Morning Worship 11I 00 a m Evening Worshiup .600 pm. Wednesday Prayer 7 00 pm UNION BAPTIST CHURCH 5076 Lily Church Rd. 494-5622 . Sunday School 1000am Morning Worship I I 00 a m Evening Worship 0 00 p.m Wednesday Prayer Time 7 00 pm WAUCHULA APOSTOLIC ASSEMBLY New York Ave. and Apostolic Rd. Sunday School .. 1000 a.m Evening Serice 500pm Tuesday Service. .. 700pm Wednesday Service 700 p.m BETHEL MISSIONARY CHURCH 405 S. Florida Ave. Sunday Morning Service 10-00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship .11-00 a m.- . Wed .Night Sern.ice & Worshlp 700 p m . -Saturday Prayer ........... .7.00 p.m CHARLIE CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH 6885 State Road 64 East 773-3447 Sunday School. .1000am. Morning Worship ... I 1:00 a.m Evening Worship .... ..7:00 p m. Wed. Evening Worship .... 7 00 p m. CHURCH OF CHRIST 201 S. Florida Ave. & Orange St. 773-9678 Bible Stud 1000a.m WVorship Service 11-00 am Wednesday ............... 7:00 p m. CHURCH OF CHRIST Will Duke Road 773-2249 Sunday Morning Worship 9.30 a.m Sunday Bible Class 11-30 am. Sunday Evening Worship...... 6 00 p m. Wed Night Bible Class ... ..7 00 p m Men's Leadership & Training Class - 2nd Sunday of Month 4 00 p m CHURCH OF GOD NMartin Luther King Blvd. 767-0199 CHURCH OF GOD OF THE FIRST BORN 807 S. 8th Ave. 773-4576 CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS 630 Hanchey Rd. 773-3532 Sacrament Meeting 900a.m. Sunday School 10-00 a.m Priesthood .. .11 -00 a.m. COMMUNITY LIGHTHOUSE 903 Summit St. 735-8681 Sunday School ... 10:00 a.m Sunday Morning ..... ..I :00 a.m. Sunday Night ... .. .. 6 00 p m. Wednesday Night .7.30p.m. ENDTIME CROSSROAD MINISTRY 501 N. 9th & Georgia St. 773-3470 Sunday School. I1000am. Morning Sernice .. 11I 30 am. Evening Service ......... ..7:30 p.m Wed. Bible St. & Yth Gath. ..7.30 p.m. Fri. Night (Holy Ghost Night) 7 30 p m. The, following merchants urge you to attend your chosen house of worship this Sabbath ---------------- .... .... --.. EP aaE cLc \ r E O(4ET'Zi Wholesale Nursery Doiilis & Kathy Barber (863) 735-0470 Hwy. 66 East (863) 735-0470 P.O. Box 780 Zolfo Springs, FL WAUCHULA FAITH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH' 114 N. 7th Ave. 773-2105 Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship ....................11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 6:00 p.m., Wednesday Supper..... .............6:!15 p.m. Wednesday Youth Fellowship ..6:50 p.m. . Wednesday Bible Study............7:00 p.m. CHURCH OF NAZARENE 511 W. Palmetto St. 767-8909 Sunday School .. 1000a.m. Moming Service II 1 00a.m. Evening Worship 5 00 p.m. Thursday Service ....................7:00 p.m. FAITH TEMPLE CHURCH OF GOD 701 N.7th Ave 773-3800 Praise & Worship ...................10:30 a.m. Evening Service 5:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Service ........7:00 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 1570 W. Main St. 773-4182 Sunday School .. 9 45 a.m. Moming Worship I -00 a.m. Evening Worship 6-30p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH MISSION BAUTISTA 713 E. Bay St. 773-4722 Escuela Dominical ................9:45 a.m. Servicio de Adoracion ............11:00 a.m. Predicacion 11:30 a.m. Estudio Biblie, Miercoles ........7:30 a.m. FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 1121 W. Louisiana St. 773-9243 Sunday School 9-30 a m Worship Service 1045 a m Wed Youth Meeting ......6:30- 8:00 p.m., Wednesday Service 6 00 p m Wednesday Bible Study 6 30- 7 00 pm FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 511 W. Palmetto St. Sunday School Morning Service Evening Worship Wednesday Prayer . . 1000am 11) 00 a m II 00 am 6 00 pm 7 00 pm FIRST MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 1347 Martin Luther King Ave.' S 773-6556 :'Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Morning Ser' ice. I 00 a m Evening Worship 600 p m Tues Youth Ministry Meeting/ Bible Study 6 00 p m Wed Prayer/Bible Study 7 00 p m FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 207 N. Seventh Ave. 773-0657 Early Worship .. ...... .9.00 a.m. Sunday School .. 9 45a.m. Traduonal Worship ..... 11.00 a.m. Evening Service ........ 5-00 p.m. Wednesday Activities.... 6 00p.m.' : FLORIDA'S FIRST ASSEMBLY- OFGOD'CHURCH - Now Meeting at Northside Baptist Church 912 N. EIGHTH AVE. 773-9386 Sunday Morning Service .....8-30 a m Evening Worship ........... 6:00 p.m Tuesday Youth Ministry... 7:00 p m Adult Tuesday Service ..7-00 p m THE GOSPEL TABERNACLE Pentecostal 810 W. Tennessee St. 773-3753 Morning Ser% ice. ..10:00am Evening Worship ...... 6 00 p m Wednesday Service .........7-00 p.m HEARTLAND COMMUNITY CHURCH ' 1262 W. Main St. 767-6500 Coffee & Donuts ...... ..9-00 a m Sunday Schpol ... ....9-30 a.m Worslup ....... ..1030 am Wed Night Dinner....... 6 00pm Wed Bodybuilders Adult Cl. Crossroads & Lighthouse Mmn 7 00 p m IGLESL ODE DIOS PENTECOSTAL, M.I. 903 E. Summit St. (863) 452-6693 Pastor: Reinaldc Ortiz Martes ... ... 7.30 9 00 p m. Viernes 7-30 9:00 pm Domingo 11 00 am 1.00pm IGLESIA ADVENTISTA DEL SEPTIMO DIA Old Bradenton Road 767-1010 JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES ENGLISH 155 Altman Road 1131 ' Sunday Morning .... ...10.00 a m Tuesday Evening .........7 30 p.m Thursday Evening .7 30 p m JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES SPANISH Sunday Evening............ .4 00 p.m Monday Evening... .. 7:30 p.m Wednesday Evening...... .. 7:30 p m LAKE DALE BAPTIST CHURCH 3102 Heard Bridge Road 773-6622' Sunday School ... '.9 45.a m Morning Service .... .. 11 00 a m.. Evening Worship ..... 6 00 p m Wednesday Prayer.. .. ... ..7-00 p m NEW BEGINNING CHURCH Corner of 7th Ate. & Palmetto St. 735-0555 NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH .1999 State Road 64 East Sunday School' .... 9 45 a m. Morning Service ......... 11 00 a m Church Training. .. 5.15 p m. Evening Worship .. .... 6 30 p m Wednesday Prayer ....... 7 00 p m WAUCH1LA 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...................... 11:00 a.m. Wed. Evening Prayer.........7:0 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 a.m. Morning Worship 11 00 a m. Evening W'orhip 6 (0) p m Wednesday Prjaer 00 p m SOUL HARVEST MINISTRY 1337 Hwy. 17 South, Wauchula Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship ..................11:00 a.m. Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Service ..................7:00 p.m. ST. ANN'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 204 N. 91h Ate. 773-6418 Sunday 9-00 a.m. Holy Days ST.l MICH-EL'S CATHOLIC CHURCH 408 Heard Bridge Road 773-4089 Saturday Mass (English) ..........5:00 p.m. (Spanish) ...........7:30 p.m. Sunday ) English i ......................9:00 a.m. iSpanishi ...... .............10:30 a.m. (Creole) 1:00p.m. Dail Mass min English 8 30 arft. ' -SEVENTIPIAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 205 S. llth Ave.-773-9927 Sabbath School ... 930am Morning Worship I 1 00 a m Tues Prayer Meeting 7 00 p m. SOUTHSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH '505 S. 10th Ave. 773-4368 Sunday School 9 45 am Morning Worship 1I t00 m m Evening orshlup 6 00 p m Wednesday Prayer 7 00pm . SPIRIT WIND TABERNACLE 1652 Old Bradenton Road S773-2946 Sunday Morning Worship 10 30 am Evening worship p ...... 6 00 p m. %Wednesday Worship .'..-. 7:30 p.m. Friday Worship .. 7-3)pm p ' TABERNACLE OF PRAISE & JOY 116 Orange SI Sunday School 10 00 am Morning Worship 11 30 a m Evening Worship 7 00 p mi Tues Bible Sid% & Child Train 7 00 pm Friday Prayer Service 7 00 p m WAUCHULA CHURCH OF GOD. 1543 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. 773-0199 Sunday School .. . .. ,10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11-15 am. Evening Worship 6 00 pm Wed Night Fam Training 7 30 p m Thurs Youth Bible Study '7:00 pi:n. ' Friday Night Worship.. 7:30 p.m. S WAUCHULA HILLS BAPTIST CHURCH 615 Rainey Blid. 773-4010 773-3683 Sunday School ...... .".. 9 .15 a mi Morning \Worship II 00 a m. Church Training 6 00 pm: Evening Worship 7 00 p m Wednesday Prayer 7 00 p m WAUCHiULA HILLS HARVEST'. TEMPLE ASSEMBLY OF GOD 210 Anderson ,Sunday School 'i 1000 am : Church 1000 a m Youth Service .. 6 00 pm m Evening Serv ice 7 00 p nm. Wednesday Serv ice 7 30 p m. WAUCHULA HILLS SPANISH CHURCH OF GOD 1000 Stansfield Rd. Sunday School 1000 a m Evening Worship .7 31 p.m. Tuesday Prayer 7 30 p m Thursday Worship 7 30 p m Saturday Worship 7 30 p m YOU Can Appear In... S kids korner Hey, kldsl How would;you like.your work to be printed in the paper? Drawus. a plcire, write us a poem, make up a story or tell us a joke. if you're Sendling us,a drawing, use-pencils or markers, not crayons. And ltavtihe lined notebook paper for homework, not your artwork. Then= print your name and age, your parents names and the town wt.er yyoulive on thelback, Get mom or.dad to bring It to our office 'or liAt Ft n the mall to: kids kprner, The Herald-Advocate, P.O. Box 386, Wauchula, FL 33873. 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 ..........10:00 a.m. Evening Service ..... ...... .6:00 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. WCdnesda, Service .......... 7:00 p.m. CREWSVILLE BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH 8251 Crewsville Road Church 735-0871 Pastor 773-6657 Sunday School ...... ...... 9:45 a.m.' 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 am. E.erning \Worsrip ........ .. 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 Hwy. 17 494-5456 Sunday School ........... .10:00 a m Morning Worship ..... ... 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Prayer ... ......7:00p.m. IARANATIHA BAPTIST CHURCH Corner or Stee Roberts Special &,Oxendine Rds. 735-2524 735-1851 Sunday School ..... ..... 10:00 a.m. Worship .............. ...11:00 a.m. Evening .. .. . . 6:00 p.m. Wed Bible&. Prayer Meet 7:00 p.m. : PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF GOD FAITH TEMPLE ~. O : ak Street . Sunday Worship ...........10100 a.m. Evening Worship ............ 7:00p.m. Tuesday Worshitup ........ 7:30 p.m. Thursday Worship .........7:30p:;m Saturday Worship .........7:30 p.m. PRIMITIVE BAPTIST CHURCH Pioneer Park 2nd Sunday ..... 10:30 a.m. Evening Service ..6:30 p.m. 5th Sunday 600 p m 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... 1.0:30 a.m. Confesiones ........... .. 10:00 a.m. Doctrina ..... ...... . 11:30 a.m. SPANISH MISSION 735-8025 Escuela Dominica ... ...... 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 ...... 5:00p.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. V Ua~n ^ l/ O* dw A GIN. 0'- P E 002 0(U) 0 0 - o- - .lw GI M dip ,w ai slow do- 40 I fyou ha e ever attempted to build or repair something, you know that without the proper tools, your enthusiasm can quickly turn into frustration. You need tools that you can depend on. In a sense. God needs dependable tools also. Aren't we His tools? He can work through us to build and repair His kingdom. He can depend on usifwe open our hearts and hase faith in Him. Faith is the foundation of God's house, a strong foundation to build upon. Love and forgivenessare important building blocks: reflecting God's perfect love and forgiveness to others can bring them hope. When we shine with the love ofGod, it is reflected onto everyone we meet. "Don't \ ou kn ow that you yourselves are God's temple and that God's.Spirit lives in you?" (1 '3 Corinthians 3:16) Invite a friend S to church this week. As His tools, we can build His house, the church, by bringing others to Him, that they may experience the'peace and hope and love that is found there. With the Spirit ofGod dwelling in us, we can build and repair God's kingdom on earth G o' ...one soul at'a time. TLFL J, I' I. I BoomI SUNDY fONDA TUSDA WEDESDY THRSDY FIDAY SATRDA SScrotures Selected by The American Bible Society Copyright 2005, Keister-Wiiams Newspaper Services, P.O. Box 8187, Chaflotteswille, VA 22906, www iwriews corn I I August 18, 2005, The Herald-Advocate 3C ARDE WILDCA 'We've Got Spirit, Yes We Do!' Stop in & register for a Wildcat T-Shirt or cap! Drawings will be every home game. AWE o,,GoCatsb .T Nicholson 225 E. Oak Street Su"o l C 773-3148 "%t^-_ FBP SUPPORT OUlR WILDCATS! BRANT FUNERAL CHAPEL Troy Brant, Owner 404 W. Palmetto St. 773-9451 Email: brantfuneralchapel@earthlink.net Website: brantfuneralservices.com FBP Wildcat Hdt Drawing! Stop by & Register before EACH Friday Haree Signs Plus Tees We Personalize, your T-Shirts Polo Shirts Hats ' Backpacks Coffe Mugs Key Chains ... and lots more 104 Carlton St. Wauchula 773-2542 FBP S& Q Choose any 2 Favorites: $ Medium 1-Topping Pizza Oven Baked Sub 10 Howie Wings Large Chef Salad Baked Pasta .$, 375-.19 .Exp. ./ 3.1 0 -.' 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'Valid thru December 31, 2005 4C The Herald-Advocate, August 18, 2005 AI 200 Spirit Ss X'1ti/ WiCu .ia yi Sos;cra* ': Spotlight l O ' C Co Catain :c Caytain Co Captain Coaches: Derren Bryan, John Sharp, Steve Rewis, Dale Carlton, Jason Clark and Lee Thomas It b We'r wayoutin fon oIth cmptiion:ghe'i coesogvig youia a a ao Welcome Back Wildcats! A ~.7I7~ : -CR SChevrolety ^^^^^R N e A^^ ^^ ^^ 'i i"* ;^ ''- '' .1 1 --i EVROLET "Most Dependable Longest-Lasting Trucks orn the Rofd" LORIDAoS HEARTLAND 140 HV[I Y 17 SO~I'UTH BOUND W] '~AUCHU :LAJ.773-4744 888773-4744 rSe m 'i- no" f fbp: Hardee Football 2005 Roster Ht.. 5'9" 5'6" 5'10" 6'0" 5'9" 5'8" 5'10" 6'0" 6'2" 5'10" 6'4" 5'10" 5'9" 6'4" 5'10" 5'9" 9,1,, 5'10"1 6'0"9 5'10", 6'0" 5'6" 5'9" 5'7" 5'8" 6'0" 5'10" 5'9"0 S6'0" 6'1" 6'0" 5'10" 6'3" 6'2" 6'0" 5'11" 6'2" 5'9" 6'0" 5'6" 6'2" 6'2" 6'3" 5'8" 6'1" Pos. SITB TB/OLB FL/OLB TB CB OLB WR QB/OLB DE QB/DB WR WR/OLB RB/WR TE/DE RB/LB WR/DB TE/DE FB/LB RB/DE RB/LB FB/LB FB/LB C FB/LB OLB/DL C OL/DL DL DL OL DL DL OL OL OL OL OL WR/DB TE/LB K FL/OLB TE/DE DE DL DL Wt. 150 140 170 180 155 160 170 170 195 160 165 170 175 220 155 140 160 180 175 170 220 155 170 175 165 190 180 170 180 175 250 190 230 275 305 291 265 160 175 140 170 170 180 165 -230 Grade 10 10 12 12 12 11 11 11 .11 11 10 11 11 12 11 12 10 11 10 11 12 11 11 12 12 12 12 11 11 11 11 12 12 11 11 12 11 12 12 11 11 12 12 10 11 I ,~;;;~i~;3~~3d~.a~E~6~iB~B~a~B~~ Name Terry Redden Jimmy Cimeus Jackson Frenot Marc Hodges Jackson Mosely Briant Shumard Lisnell Youyoute Will Krause Johnny Ray Harris Weston Palmer Marc St. Forte Josh Mayer Chris Rich Pierre Lazarre Tacory Daniels Art Briones Onell Virgile Michael Carpenter Jaquan Gandy Ricky Wiggins- Brad Gilliard Andrew Cisneros Andrew Rangel Jose Salvadore Justin Altman Daniel Moore Garrett Randall Eric Cobb Reggie Grizzard Jacob Benavides Jorge Lopez Ryan Roehm Jeremy Kelly Kyle Parrish Haceem Schweil Justin English Cameron Durham Thelinor Jena Justin Woods Pablo Anselmo Jermaine King Derek Sconyers Bobby Bandy Ronnie Bandy Ramon Hernandez I August 18, 2005, The Herald-Advocate 5C Lake Region Thunder 2005 Roster Name Chris Williamson Sean Beckford Herby Delius Nathan Osbourne .Matt Hopkins Brandon Bird Jasqn Smith Marcus Hill Terry Sullivan Richard Taylor Ashiy Thacker Larry Zealley John Ritch Travis Beckwith Josh McCormick Daniel Sherman Lance Zealley Cory VanHardenberg Reggie Moore Daniel Clayton Josh White Garrett Pearn Bill Beaver Sam Najac Kyle Sheehan Matt Harrison Justin Burke Billy Gillean Garrett Beckwith Nic Miller Adam Sullivan Ron Stewart John Bass Getro Metelus Josh Rosser Pos. 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CONTEST RULES * Contest closed to all Herald-Advocate employees and families. * In the event of a tie, the winner will be picked by a random drawing. * If no one picks the exact score, the closest score wins. * Official entries only. NO PHOTOCOPIES WILL BE ACCEPTED! Winners will be picked Monday morning, notified by phone Monday afternoon and announced in next week's paper. FILL OUT COMPLETELY AND CLIP OUT! Away HOME Away Away Away HOME August 19 Name Address VARSITY GAMES START AT 7 RM. No. 2 3 7 8 '9 10 12 15 21 22 26 28 29 30 32 34 44 45 52 53 56 58 62- 63 65 70 71 74 75 76 78 79 81 84 88 Hardee Lake Region Day Phone # DEADLINE FOR ENTRY: Friday, August 19, 5p.m. Fill out entry form and return it to: The Herald-Advocate 115 S. Seventh Ave., Wauchula FBP j:"., -AIi Fill fill" HARDEE COUNTY'S TWO WINNING TEAMS THE HARDEE HG WILDCATS The Crown Ford Sales, Service & Parts Team FOR EVERY TOUCHDOWN SCORED BY OUR WILDCATS THIS SEASON, CROWN FORD WILL DONATE $50 TO THE HARDEE HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC FUND! LOWEST FORD PRICES ANYWHERE, GUARANTEED! HARDEE COUNTY'S NICEST AND FRESHEST SUPPLY OF PRE-OWNED CARS AND TRUCKS CROWN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP'S COAST TO COAST FINANCIAL NETWORK CAN GET YOU FINANCED WHEN OTHER DEALERS CAN'T NO CREDIT APPLICATION REFUSED Is -L _1 ', - Mike Mathis General Manager Jim Miller. General Sales Manager Lyndia Quiritana, Business Manager Dave Hall Omar Medina Russell Smith Angle Garza Tommy Jackson Sales Consultant Office Staf- .- FREE WASH AND VAC WITH ANY SERVICE WORK PERFORMED HARDEE COUNTY'S MOST ADVANCED DIAGNOSTIC REPAIR SERVICE EQUIPMENT *NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY FOR OIL CHANGES *. ' Joe Pipino P'A , Service Manager Rodney Johnson & Steve Luke Certified Parts Professionals .(jfv _Ann Flynn Service Advisor Mike Lanero, Doug Moon, Chuck Taylor, Ken Stout & Chris Gibson Ford Factory Trained Technicians Chrissle Wenderle, Sonia Rodriguez, Jack Hirschauer, Cathy Villegas 1 031 US 17 N., Wauchula (1 block south of Wal-Mart) SALES HOURS: MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 9:00 TO 7:00 FRIDAY 9:00 TO 6:00 SATURDAY 9:00 TO 5.00 . Head Cach: odSmt Asitn Coaches:Todd Boin, anDuk-ad arr Wit I VARSITY 6C The Herald-Advocate, August 18, 2005 i _ Notice of Sheriffs Sale Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Writ of Execution issued in the County Court of Polk County, Flbrida, on the 14" day of May 2001, in the cause wherein Brown Citrus Systems, Inc. (Hardee County Land, LLC) was plaintiff and Pasco Processing LLC, a'Florida limited liability company was the defendant, now known as Four'Seasons Processing LLC, a Florida limited liability company, being case # GCG-01- 0301, in the said court. I, Loran Cogburn, Sheriff of Hardee County, Florida have levied upon all the right, title and interest of the defendantss, in and to the following described real property, to wit: Parcel 1 Legal Description Parcel ID Number 22-34-25-0000-02460-0000 Parcel Address: 2325 South 5th Avenue, Wauchula, FL The North 663.36 feet of the following described parcel: All that portion of the NE % of NW % lying North and East of Highway 17, LESS Railroad Right of Way and LESS that portion conveyed to Hardee County in Official Records Book 481, page 680 of the Public Records of Hardee County, Florida, all being in Section 22, Township 34 South, Range 25 East, Hardee County, Florida. ALSO LESS AND EXCEPT that portion conveyed to the State of Florida Department of-Transportation in that certain Special Warranty Deed recorded December 14, 2001 in Official Records Book 620, page 547 of the, Public Records of Hardee County, Florida; being more fully described as that portion of the NW % of Section 22, Township 34 South, Range 25 East, in Hardee County, Florida, being described as follows: commence at the NE comer of said .NW %; Thence along the North line of said NW %, South 89*45'20" West, a distance of 304.865 meters (1,000.21 feet) to the survey base line of the former CSX Railroad; Thence departing said North line, South 04028'46" East, along said survey base line, a distance of 87.326 meters (286.50 feet); Thence departing said survey base line, South 85"31'14" West, 18.288 meters (60.00 feet) to the existing Westerly right of way line of said former CSX Railroad (per Section 06010- 2801) for a Point of Beginning; Thence along said existing Westerly right of way line South 04*28'46" East, a distance of 113.981 meters (373.95 feet); Thence departing said existing Westerly right of way line, South 89044'59" West, a distance of 96.657 meters (317.12 feet); Thence North 00*18'21" West, a distance of 98.011 meters (321.56 feet); Thence South 88"01'16" East, ,a distance' of 8.794 meters (28.85 feet); Thence North 77*55'06" East, a distance of 19.995 meters (65.60 feet); Thence North 82506'30" East. a distance of 32.956 meters (108.12 feet);: Thence North 79*02'14" East, a distance of 18.912 meters (62.05-feet); Thence North 62*46'34" East, a distance of 9.751 meters (31.99 feet) to the Point of Beginning. Containing 9644.7 square meters (2.383 acres). ALSO LESS AND EXCEPT that portion conveyed to the State of Florida Department of Transportation in that certain Special Warranty Deed recorded December 14, 2001 in Official Records Book 620, page 547 of the Public Records pf Hardee County, -Florida; being more fully described as that portion of .the NW Y of Section 22, Township 34 South, Range 25 East, In Hardee County, Florida, being described as follows: commence at the NE comer of said NW 1/4; Thence along the North line of said NW %, South 89645'20" West, a distance of 304.865 meters (1,000.21 feet) to the survey base line of the former CSX Railroad; Thence along said survey base line, South 04*28'46" East, -a distance of 9.153 meters (30.03 feet); Thence departing said survey base line, South 89*45'20" West, a distance of 18.338 meters (60.17 feet) to an intersection with the existing Westerly right of way line of said former CSX Railroad (per section 06010-2801) and the .South line of a 60 foot road nght of way (per Official Records Book 481, Page 680 and Official Records Book 532. Page 682, Public Records of Hardee County, Florida) for a Point of Beginning, Thence along said existing Westerly right of way line, South 04'28'46" East, a distance of 75,686 meters (248.31 feet): Thence departing said- existing Westerly right of way line, North 0727'21" West, a distance of 50.068 meters (164.26 feet), Thence North 06'39'20" West. a distance of 25.970 meters (85.20 feet) to said South line of a 60 foot road right of way; Thence along said South line, North 89n45'20" East, a distance of 3.597 meters (11.80 feet) to the Point f Beginning.' Containing 144.8 square meters (1,559 square feet). . Parcel 2-Lenal Description Parcel ID Number 1 45-34-25-0000-03890-0000 . Parcel Address: 2230 South th Avenue, Wauchula, FL Begin at a concrete monument at the NW comer of the East V2 of the SW % of the SW % of Section 15, Township 34 South, Range 25, East, Hardee County, Florida; Thence South along West line of said tract, 200.00 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence East and parallel to North line of said tract, 852.82 feet to West right of way of abandoned railroad (Old S.C.L. Railroad); Thence South 04'03'47" East along said West right of way 1145.27 feet to a point on the South line of said Section 15, Thence North 89'4942' West along said South line, 864 96 feet to a point on the Easterly rignt-of-way line of U.S..No. 17; Thence North 37"45'40' West along said right of way, 112.70 feet to a point 6n.iie West line of said East Y2 of SW % of SW 4; Thence North along said West line. 1050.70 feet to Point of Beginning, less and except the South 30 feet thereof. LESS AND EXCEPT that portion conveyed to Hardee County in that certain Quit Claim Deed recorded September 16, 1999 in Official Records Book 576, page 708 of the Public Records of Hardee County, Flonda. . ALSO LESS AND EXCEPT that portion conveyed to the State of Flonda Department of Transportation in that certain Special Warranty .Deed recorded December 14, 2001 in 'Official Records Book 620, page'. 551 of the Public Records of Hardee County, Florida; being more fully described as that portion of the SW 'A of Section 15,' Township 34 South, Range 25 East in Hardee County, Florida, being descnbed as follows, commence at the SW comer of said Section 15: Thence along the South line of said Section 15, North 89'45'20" East, a distance of 204.328 meters (670.37 feet) to the survey base line of State Road 35 (U.S 17); Thence along said survey base line North 38'23'54" West. a distance of 2 881 meters (9.45 feet); Thence departing said survey :base line, North 00'25'10" West, 24.766 meters (81 25 feet) lo the existing Easterly right of way line of State " Road 35 (per section 0601-PROJ 1044) for a Point of Beginning: : Thence continue North 00'25'10" West. a distance of 9.929 meters (32.58 feet) to the beginning of a curve concave Northeasterly: Thence along the arc of said curve to the left, having a radius of 856.712 meters (2,810.73 feet), a central angle of 00'19'36", an arc length of 4 885 meters (16 03 feet), the chord for which bears South 38'14'22" East to the end of said curve; Thence South 38023'54" East, a distance, of 9.613 meters (31.54 feet): Thence North 83039'26" West, a: distance of 8.582 meters (28.16 feet) to the Existing Easterly right of way line of said State Road 35; Thence along said existing easterly right of way line, North 38023'54" West a T e r distance of 0.631 meters (2.07 feet) to the .Point of 'Beginning. Containing 46.1 square meters (496 square feet). ALSO LESS AND EXCEPT that portion conveyed to the State of Florida Department of Transportation in that certain Special Warranty . Deed recorded December 14, 2001 in Official Records Book 620, .page 551 of the Public Records of Hardee County, Florida; being more fully described as that portion of the SW % of Section 15, Township 34 South. Range 25 East in Hardee County. Florida, being ,, described as follows: commence at the SE comer of said SW ".; Thence along the South line of said SW South 89"45'20" West. a distance of 304.865 meters (1,000.21 feel) to the survey base line of the former CSX Railroad; Thence along said survey base line, North 04'28'46' West, a distance of 9.187 meters (30.14 feet); Thence departing survey base line. South 89"45'20" West, a distance of -. 18.338 meters (60.16 feet) to the existing Westeriy right of way line of the former CSX Railroad (per Section 06010-2801) for a Point of Beginning. Thence continue South 89'4520' West, a distance of 4.298 meters (14 10 feet); Thence North 06'39'20" West, distance of 55.700 meters (182.74 feet); Thence North 03a5424" West. a '' ' distance of 50.002 meters (164.05 feet). Thence North 05'10'01 .. - West, a distance of 50.004 meters (164.05 feet); Thence North . 0558'07" West, a distance of 50.017 meters (164.10 feet); Thence : . North 03 20'02" West, a distance of 50.010 meters (104.07 feet); Thence North 0435'38" West, a distance of 50.000 meters (164.04 Feett. Thence North 01"23'18" West, a distance of 28.756 meters (94.34 feet); Thence North 8944'23" East, a distance of 5.365 meters (17 60 feet) to said existing Westerly right of way line; Thence South 0428'46" East, a distance of 334.297 meters (1,096.77 feet) to the Point of Beginning. Containing 2155.7 square meters (23,204 square feet). ALSO LESS AND EXCEPT that portion conveyed to the State of Flonda Department of Transportation in that certain Special Warranty Deed recorded December 14, 2001 in Official Records Book 620, . page 555 of the Public Records of Hardee County. Florida; being more fully descnbed as that portion of the SW % of Section 15, Township 34 South, Range 25 East in Hardee County, Florida. being described as follows: commence at the SE comer of said SW %; '. - Thence along the South line of said SW %. South 89'45'20" West, a distance of 304.865 meters (1,000.21 feet) to the survey base line of. the former CSX Railroad; Thence along said survey base line. North 04*28'46" West, a distance of 9.187 meters (30.14 feet); Thence departing said survey base line along the North line of a 60 foot road, - right of way (per Official Records Book 481, Page 680 and Official Records Book 532, Page 682, Public Records of Hardee County, Flonda) and the Easterly extension thereof, South 89*45'20" West a distance of 22.636 meters (74.26 feet) for a Point of Beginning; Thence continue along said North line South 89'45'20" West a ' Courthouse Report7 COUNTY COURT The following marriage licens- es were issued recently in the office of the county court: Daniel Sanford Cole, 23, Hollywood, and Kristine M. Cardoza, 20, Sebring. Biock Alan Grantham, 24, Zolfo Springs, and Jessi Danielle Welch, 22, Zolfo Springs. Robert Earl Gilbreath Jr., 32, Wauchula, and Gina Renee Carigman, 41, Wauchula. Jerry Wayne Lovett, 63, Wauchula, and Shirley Ann Lovett, 58, Wauchula. , Jose Lucio Ramirez-Moran, 20, Wauchula, and Jessica Nicolosa Fernandez, 18, Wauchula. Rito Melendez, 19, Bowling Green, and Anahi Paola Leal Colin, 17, Zolfo Springs. The following small class case was disposed of recently in coun- ty court: Chancy's Used Cars vs. Harriet S. Powell, possession, of property. There was no misdemeanor or criminal traffic court last week as it was trial week. CIRCUIT COURT The following civil actions. were filed recently in the office of the circuit court: Sherri Powell vs. Paul Davis, petition for injunction for. protec- tion. James E. Paugh and Glenda D. Paugh, divorce. Linda Dianna Faye Lopez and the state Department' of Revenue (DOR) vs. Jose B. Lop'ez Sr., peti- tion for, child support. Mary Jane Tindell vs. Christopher Mark Tindell, petition for injunction for protection. The following decisions on civil cases pending in the circuit court were handed down recently by the circuit court judge: Alocyndor Jones vs. Ninfa C. Davis and Direct General Insurance Co., voluntary dismissal. Elivoria Santiago and DOR vs. Pedro Velasco, amended child sup- port order. Ninfa Gomez and DOR vs. Timothy Troy Page, voluntary dis- Inside Out By Chip Ballard I \; ~ You see these teeth that I ain't got. and these kntots on my bald head? I eiiaraoitee eyo. boys. I didn't get 'em there a-lyin 'home in the bed. I hope min) words \on i make you mud: I don 'i ami to make you sore. Sju ist tri in i'to t he 'pfid. 'cause I've been down that road before. Hank Wilhaims Sr. THE ROAD ALREADY TRAVELED A few nights following the second terrorist attack in London, an American news broadcast showed security officers checking bags of pas- sengers boarding subways in New York City. Near the end of the broadcast a lady with a microphone peered into the camera and purred in a mollify- ing tone, "Officials' assure us there is no racial profiling happening here. Searches are completely random." To prove her point, the camera moved to three Middle Eastern men, in their early 20s, who, stepped right on through as security officers checked the purse of a white-haired old woman leaning on a walker. Another cam- era captured another security officer detaining a young boy handsomely attired in a Boy Scout uniform.. Even though we saw this scene over and over in airports after Sept. 11, I was once again struck dumb (or dumber) not only by the immense silli- ness of this charade but also the great potential danger to which it leaves us wide open. When wee-are:100 percent certain the carriers.of an infection are rats. Swhv are we detaining gerbils?.Wh\ are w-e playing politics with fanatics who think nothing of flying jumbo jets iino'tall buildings, blowing up buis- loads of women and children and sawing the heads off innocent civilians?. There are those x ho would d have.us believe the whole sorry mess is somehow our fault. Last October in Britain, BBC delivered a three-part TV series arguirig that terrorism is vastly exaggerated. The series claimed al- Qaeda barely exists, at all, except as an idea that uses religious violence to achieve its ends. Although e'idence'shows the terrorists are interested in acquiring nuclear weapons to use against our cities (assuming they aren't already in possession of them), a writer for the New York Review of Books insists the real weapons of mass destruction are world poverty and envi- ronmental abuse. But %world poverty is rarely mentioned by terrorists and those known to be in\ol'ed have all been well fed. It never ceases to amaze me that ,so many lefties not only blame America for the acts of terrorists, but also actually try to impede efforts to protect ourselves from their attacks. On the liberal talk radio network, Air America, it %was suggested that riders on New York subways carry as many bags as possible to confuse and irritate the cops. The New York Civil Liberties Unidn opposes all bag searches, and the ACLU still opposes pas- senger screening at airports. While Maor Michael Bloomberg and Police Commissioner Ray Kelly are adamant that officers will not engage in racial profiling, a voice of rea- son echoes dimly, faintly, like a breath of fresh air, through the labyrinthine New York subway systems; State Assemblyman Dov Hikind, a Democrat from Brooklyn, dared to suggest that police should be focusing on those who fit the terrorist profile. "They all look a certain way," Hikind said. ,"It's all very nice to be politically correct here, but we're talking about terror- ism." Republican City Councilman James Oddo commended Hikind for, "rushing headlong against the strong undertow of political correctness." Said Oddo, "The reality is that there is a group of people who want to kill us and destroy our wayof life. Young Arab. fundamentalists are the indi- viduals undertaking these acts of terror, and we should keep those facts prominently in our minds and eyes as we attempt to secure our populace," But'the New York Police Department responded that racial profiling is ..illegal, -of doubtful effectiveness and against department policy." And Ma',or Bloomberg reiterated that it is against the law.and doesn't work. "I'm against it for fairness reasons, and we're not going to do it." . value the freedom we enjoy in America as much as anyone; but I understand that, in time of war, extraordinary measures are sometimes called for. And make no mistake about it, we are at war. But the enemy is not vwhite-haired old women and Boy Scouts. That these individuals are detained and searched as 3oung Arab males pass unmolested ought to make every American with a whit of common sense cringe. Comments or questions? E-mail Chip Ballard at chipkyle746-@earth- link.net. : distance of 229 957 meters (754 45 feet); Thence North 51*05'10" - West a distance of 21.603 meters (70.88 feet), Thence North 83*39'26" West a distance of 18.111 meters (59.42 feet); Thence North 88'00'00" East a distance of 163.725 meters (537.15 feet). Thence North 00"14'40" West a distance of 11.977 meters (39.29 feet); Thence North 89"15'34" East a distance of 85.461 meters -': (280 38 feet); Thence North 79'44'47 East a distance of 11.784 meters (38.66 feet). Thence South 06*39'20" East a distance of 35.724 meters (117.20 feet) to the Point of Beginning. Containing 5902 4 square meters (1.459 acres). and %ill offer tie same for sale at public auction as the Haider County SherifTs Office maumn entrance ? located at 900 E Suminu Si Wauchula. Floridi on the 0' day of September 2005 at 10 00am or as soon Thereafter as possible I %ill officer for sale all the said defendari's. Four Seasons Processing LLC formerly known asi PAIco Processing LLC. nsihl tite and inleiesi in aforesaid real property at public auction and Aill sell the sarr.e. subject to all prior liens, taxe., encumbrances and judgments. if any to the highest bidder for CASH The proceeds to be applied as fai as m:y be IO the payment of cosis and the sausfacnon of the aboae-descnbed ewecunon "In accordance with the American Disabilities Act, persons with disabilities needing a special accommodation to participate in this proceeding should:contact Hardee County SheriffOffice 900' E, Summit St.L, Wauchula, Florida at 863-773-0304 ' not laer than seven days priorto the proceeding. If hearing impaired, (TDD)'1-800-955-8771, or Voice (V) 1-800-955.8770, via Florida Relay Service." Dated July 12, 2005 J. Loran Cogburn Sheriff of Hardee County By Sgt. Barbara Faircloth Depty Sheriff 7:28-8:18c --% missal of petition for child support. The state Department of Children and Families and DOR v9. Mildred Michelle Jerdan, voluntary dismissal of petition for child sup- port. Florida Seed Co. Inc. vs. Florida Fresh Farms Co. vs. Harris Moran Seed Co., judgment in favor of Florida Seed Co. Inc. and Florida Fresh Farms Co. Marcy Iris Santos Garcia and DOR vs. Arturo Garcia Jr., volun- tary dismissal of petition for child support. Carlos Aleman vs. Wendy Toledo, child support order abated. Arthur Carpenter vs. State of Florida, motion for reconsideration denied. Rajeeni Faulk vs. William Carlton, dismissal of injunction for protection. Darlene King vs. Carl King, dis- missal of injunction for protection. Larry C. Elrod and Alice Ann Elrod, amended divorce order. Katrina Lynn Krell and DOR vs. Karl Damon Krell, voluntary dis- missal of petition for child support. Sardh Lee Lazo and Jose Alex Lazo, divorce. Carrie Elizabeth Meade and DOR vs. Kristopher Alan Rey- nolds, voluntary dismissal of peti- tion for child support. There was no felony criminal court last week as it was trial week. The following real estate trans- actions of $10,000 or more were filed recently in the office of the clerk of court: Clay G. Chancey and Kimberly A. Chancey as trustees to Citra Lee Partnership, $330,000. * Eleanor Allen, William B. Beeson Jr. and James M. Beeson to Golden Nuggets By Lorraine and John Gillespie Alpha & Omega Freedom Ministries of Wauchula I had heard of You only by the hearing of the ear, but now my spiritual eye sees You. Therefore, I loathe (my words) and abhor myself and repent in dust and ashes. -Job 42:5,6 Most people want nothing to do with the book of Job, but there are some interesting things in it, the oldest book of the Bible. Job loved God very much. He would not give up on Him even though he lost all his children and everything he owned. The only thing he still had was a very angry wife. Even though he loved God by what he heard, it brought him to repen- tance when he saw Him with his spiritual eN es. When our spiritual eyes are opened, we realize we really didn't know Godi before'and'how blind we were. We hate the thoughts we had and words we spoke that showed we didn't know what we were talking about. When Job repented. God dealt with the friends who were giving words to Job that did not reflect God. God had them go to Job for prayer. They were obedient, Job prayed for his friends and God accepted his prayer for them so they would be forgiven. God then blessed Job with twice as much as he had before. A Golden Nugget would be to ask God to open our spiritual eyes so we can really see Him. Bureau of Child Nutritilon Programs Child Care Food Program NEWS RELEASE (NON-PRICING PROGRAMS) EBa Coat Mieran Hed Sta Prmic .Osaiztdon- Nm Addorem asmo es participation in the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Child Care Food Program. Meals will be available at no separate charge to enrolled eligible children at the centers) listed below. Parents/guardians of children eligible for free and reduced-price meals must complete an application, Eligibility information includes the number and names of all household member, social security number of the adult household member signing the application or an indication that this household member does not have one, total monthly household income or Food Stamp case number or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families case number, and the signature ofan adult household member. Name ofCenter (s) Address BowIninm TC MireUIn Ha~d St Coelm 511i5M-. Di.-o Ae Bo-li- GOr- FL 33834 Fort .Mead.e uu Comer 107 61St u aS EF ron Mce adeL 3384 Wauchula Min-am Head Stan anter 604 Martin Luthr Kin Blrd" Wauchula.'FL 33873 Income Eligibililty Guidelines for 2005-2006 Household Size Free Meals Reduced-Price Meals Annual Monthly Bi- Monthly Annual Monthly Bi-Monthly 1 12,441 1,037 519 17,705 1.476 738 2 16,679 1,390 695 23,736 1,978 989 3 20,917 1,744 872 29,767 2,841 1,241 4 / 25,155 2,097 1,049 35,798 2,984 1,492 5 29,393. 2.450 1,225 41,829 3.486 1,743 6 33.631 2.803 1,402 47,860 3,989 1,995 7 37,869 3,156 1,578 53,891 4,491 2,246 8 42,107 3,509 1,755 59,922 4,994 2,497 For eachadd'l member, add: +4,238 +354 +177 +6,031. +503 +252 Children from families whose income is at or below the levels shown are eligible for free and reduced-price meals. Households aic required to report increase in household income of over 550 per month or $600 per year and increases or decreases in household size. Tbe policy statement for free and reduced price meals is on file aS the child care center and may be reviewed by any interested party. To the operation of the Child Care Food Program, no child will be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, national origin, age or disability. If any member of the household believes he/she has been discriminated against, then he/she should write to the Secretary of Agriculture, Washington, D.C. 20250. 8:18nc Lonestar Construction Corp., $55,000. Deutsche Bank National Trust Co as trustee to Madelyn Osceola Caldwell, $54,000. A. Ray and Loca L. Spears to Patrick and Carmelle Casimir, $130,000. Hammock Land & Cattle Co. Inc. as trustees to Today Is The Day Inc., $160,000. Scott Eugene and Danelle Marie Turner to Regional Properties Inc. $284,500. Billy Ancel Wingate and Cindrea Camellia Wingate to Jose A. Vasquez., $10,000. Marie D. Esquivel to Jimmie Roger and Barbara Parisi Haley, $50,000. Pedro Cati to Odelme Lopez and Marie Del Carmen Lopez, $100,000. Randy S. and Stacy A. Crews to Matthew Scott and Chrystal Michelle Ham, $70,000. Mary E. Park to Lawrence Smith Jr. and Patricia Smith, $30,000. William H. Hahn to Juan Carlos Anton and Jose Antonio Martihez, $68,000. Raul Juarez to Pete and Justina E. Byers, $30,000. Victor Juarez to Mark and Amanda Juarez Hernandez, $40,000. Elmer and Patricia Shackelford to Tami J. Saunders, $50,000. Scott W. Price to Rogelio Leal Carranco and Carl Q. Carranco, $50,000. Kevin and Patrice L. Lipke Watson to Peace River Irrevocable Trust, $60,000. Oasis of Zolfo Springs Inc. to T.R. Hopkins Co., $550,000. A. Ray and Loca L. Spears to Richard D. Perez, $60,000. Harold and Nancy C. Sanchez to Willis R. Smith Jr., $14,300. I I L. I August 18, 2005, The Herald-Advocate 7C Freda's Foibles By Freda B. Douglas I think it is safe to say 98% of what I print hard copies off my computer is to do with my Internet business. Every once in a while I find a writing that touches my heart and then I make a hard copy for my personal collec- tion. Such is the anonymous piece I copy for your pleasure and contem- plation. The piece is call quite simply] ,. THE Q(.JLT As I faced my Maker at the last Judgment, I knelt before the Lord along with the other souls. Before each of us laid our lives, like the squares of a quilt, in many piles An angel sat before each of us sewing quilt squares together into tapestries that represented our lives. As my angle took each piece of cloth off the pile, I noticed how ragged and empty each of my squares was They were filled with giant holes. Each square was labeled with a part of my life that had been difficult the challenges and temptations I was faced with in every day life. I saw hardships I had endured which were the largest holes of all. I glanced around. No one else had such squares. Other than a tiny hole .here and there, the other tapestries were filled with rich colors and bright hues of worldly fortune. I gazed upon my own life and was disheartened My angel was sewing the ragged pieces of cloth together, S threadbare and empty. Finally, the time came when each life was to be displayed. held up to the light...the scrutiny of truth. The others arose, each in turn, holding up their tapestries So filled their lives had been. My angel looked upon me, and nodded for me to arise. My gaze dropped to the ground in shame. I hadn't had all the earthly fortunes. *I had had love in my life, and laughter. But there had also been trials of illness and death, and false accusations that took me from my world as I knew it. I had to start over many times. I often struggled with the temptation to quit, only somehow to muster the strength to pick up and begin again. I had spent many nights on my knees in prayer, asking for help and guidance in my life. I had often been held up to ridicule, which I endured painfully, each offering it up to the Fatheer in hopes that I would not melt within my skin beneath the critical gaze of those who unfairly judged me. And now I had to face the truth. My life was what it was, and I had to accept it for what it had been. I arose and slowly lifted the combined squares of my life to the light. . An awe-filled gasp filled the air. I gazed around at the others who stared at me with eyes wide Then I looked upon the tapestry before me. Light flooded the many holes, creating an image. The face of Christ. Our Lord then stood before me, with warmth and love in His eyes., , He said, "E\er time you gave over your life to Me, it became My life. My hardships, My struggles. each point of light in your life is when you stepped aside and let Me shine through, until there was more of Me than there was of You" For God so loved the world that He gave up His only begotten Son. This proves how much he loves you and me. Think on these things. 10 HOURS A MONTH! That's all it takes to speak up for a child. Volunteer to be a Guardian Ad Litem. I 773-2505 (If office unattended, please leave message.) CITY OF WAUCHULA PUBLIC NOTICE The City of Wauchula will be flushing fire hydrants the week of August 22, 2005. It is possible that you may experience low water pressure at times but should not be more than just a few minutes. Also it is possible that you may experience turbid or discolored water, in that event please let your water run for a few minutes and this should clear up. For any questions or problems that may arise due to this pro- cedure, Please contact us at 863-773-6686. 8 iac HARDEECOUNTY NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING The Hardee County Office of Community Development will hold a workshop to discuss the Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program for the proposed Hardee Park Improvement Project on Monday August 29, 2005 at 5:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Office of Community Development, 412 West Orange Street, Room 201, Wauchula, Florida. For more information, please contact Janet Gilliard, Director of Community Development and General Services, at 863- 773-6349. Oak Hills Pollination & Honey Dedicated to meeting Your pollination needs Hive Rental Larry Williams Owner 3799 Oak Hills Ranch Rd Zolfo Springs. FL (863) 735-1383 .t c' .1 8 1898p LetnAbitn out aae 8 Letter To Editor Tampa Bay Devil Rays To Honor Walter Bailey, ALS Dear Jim, Staff, and Hardee County Friends, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis is a progressive disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. Motor neurons reach from the brain to the spinal cord and from the spinal cord to the body. In ALS victims, these motor neurons die and the ability to initiate and control niuscle movement is lost. ALS patients often become para- lyzed in the later stages of the dis- ease. Throughout this entire dis- ease the mind is not affected and remains alert. My husband, your friend, and State Farm Insurance agent was a victim of ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. He struggled very bravely with this horrible dis- ease, but lost his fight June 14th. We first noticed that -Walter was limping shortly after hurricane Charley. After several months of intense testing at the Watson Clinic with no results, we chose to journey to Rochester, Minnesota, and the Mayo Clinic. We were planning onp a diagnosis treatment and cure. The Ma'o Clinic was wonderful. and our doctor was the one of the foremost ALS specialists in the United States., He, very compas- sionately, diagnosed Walter with ALS and sent us home to Wauchula with, no treatment or successful drug regiment. We were told that the treatment of ALS has not advanced much since Lou Gehrig suffered in the 1940's But, we were also told that the Mayo Clinic and other research hospitals are on the cutting edge of a cure. Join The Club! HARDEE LIVING DEADLINE IS MONDAY AT 5 P.M. 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 Obtanes -contain 'the name, age, place of resi- de~nce, 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. I I. * Each year 2,500 new cases of ALS aire diagnosed in the United States. At any given time, 30,000 people are struggling with this dis- ease. Being that ALS is a some- what rare disease, large drug com- panies and research hospitals are not able to spend millions to save thousands. Therefore, most of the funding for ALS research is provid- ed by fundraisers, business and pri- vate donation. The Tampa Bay Devil Rays have. been committed to supporting ALS research' for several years. Walter loved baseball and was a charter Devil Rays season ticket holder. On Saturday, September 10th, the State Farm Insurance Company of Florida will partner with the Florida Chapter of the--ALS Association and the host Tampa Bay Devil Rays to raise money and awareness for ALS and pay tribute tp Walter. It will be a great nightof fun and fund raising. Our family will participate in the pregame ceremony with Michael throwing out the first pitch and welcoming our friends. There will ~Q~q also be a videotaped message from Walter on the videotron screen. The ticket prices are $17, with $9 of each ticket sale being donated to the ALS Association of Florida. Also, everyone who purchases a ticket will receive a T-shirt to wear during the game. (It is very impor- tant to purchase your tickets at Walter's State Farm office, 305 N. 6th Avenue. This will insure that you receive an ALS benefit ticket and T-shirt. Please help us make this event a huge success and fill all of our 3,000 outfield seats with Wauchula and State Farm friends. We want to do our part to help find a cure for this disease, as well as remember Walter. Sincerely. Evelyn, Michael, Jenny and Amy Bailey Wauchula .... II - COURTESY PHOTO The Walter Bailey Family encourages friends to support ALS research by purchasing $17 tickets for Sept. 10. Tampa Bay Devil Ray baseball game. Tickets can be bought at State Farm Insurance office in Wauchula. FALL LEAGUE SCHEDULES MONDAY MONDAY NITE MENS 7:00 P.M. MEETING AUG. 22 STARTS AUG. 29 TUoESAY EARLY BIRDS (LADIES) 1:00 A.M. MEETING AUG. 13 STARTS AUG. 16 GUYS & DOLLS (MEN & WOMEN) 7:00 P.M. MEETING AUG. 23' STARTS AUG. 30 WEDNESDAY WEDNESDAY NITE MENS 7:30 RM. MEETING AUG. 24 SSTARTS AUG. 31 THURSDAY NITE OWLS (LADIES) 6:30 RP.M . MEETING AUG. 11 STARTS AUG. 18 FRIDAY T.G.I.F. (MEN & WOMEN) 7:30 PM . MEETING AUG. 12 STARTS AUG. 19 / SATURDAY JUNIORS AGES 6-11 JUNIORS AGES 12 & UP 10:00 A.M. - REG. AUG. 27 STARTS SEPT. 10 SUNDAY VEGAS MIXED LEAGUE (MEN & WOMEN) 1st PLACE TEAM WINS A TRIP TO LAS VEGAS 7:00 P.M. MEETING AUG. 28 STARTS SEPT. 11 6 0 S 943 SOUTH 6TH AVE., :.. '" ,- WAUCHULA ---- .. .... 773-6391 -... ... BOWLING*DARTS*BILLIARDS*GAMES*SNACKBAR*SPORTS BAR*KARAOKE I_ I Wauchula's First United Methodist Church Announces a Pictorial Directory For 1Members and Friends of the Church Appointments for portraits are available: Friday, August 26th from 2 PM to 8:30 PM and k *.k'' *. 1; '' L* ; .; ; ,r k :k;. a n d : * Saturday, August 27th from 10 AM to 5 PM When it comes to our family, we dont want anyone left out of the picture. Free 8x10 and free directory for participating families. -Immediate viewing of video proofs -It takes less than an hour -Specially priced portrait packages -All major credit cards accepted by Olan Milli photographers To make ybur portrait appointment: Come by 207 N 7th Ave or Call the church office. _- Tel. 773-4267 8:18c Lexton Albritton, County Manager 818c a 8C The Herald-Advocate, August 18, 2005 SHORT LESSON O N I,, r - who can join our credit union. (How'E 4 It's that simple. for m Plus, If you I Membership at Sunc anyone who works, join. & Which means lots advantage of lower rates c and no-fee services like fr them, give us a call at 8oc Suncoast WHERE SMI *Unexpired government photo I YOU. s that for short?) live in Hardee County, you're eligible oast Schools Federal Credit Union. worships or attends school here can of people in Hardee County are taking f loans, higher earnings on deposits c -.-. Scheckpe ing. If you'd like to be tone of )-999-5887 or visit joinsuncoast.org. *. -. ... ..1' .ihe)in Ferdee highera Canrei Uon elgits . Dist chrequire AFdddetoa li e d to Umone 'lcmnayeeesr. Au,' .-, A ~ :- I |