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FILE PHOTO
Two fishermen enjoy the solitude of a quiet morning at Hardee Lakes Park, which will be busy on Saturday at the Grand Opening.
Admission is free and there are activities to suit everyone.

tfHard ee Lakes Hosts Grand Opening

Fishing Clinic Will Feature Bass Star Bill Dance

By CYNTHIA KRAHL
Of The Herald-Advocate
With barely an exception,
Hardee County third graders have
shown great gains on state stan-
dardized testing.
In fact, local youngsters closely
shadow their statewide peers in
reading and have overtaken them in
mathematics.
So show the Florida Compre-
hensive Assessment Test scores
released on Monday by Gov. Jeb
Bush and Education Commissioner
John Winn.
While the state's reading average
is 75, Hardee's is 73. The 'state
math average is 72, and Hardee's is
74.
'This is very very good news," a
jubilant Schools Superintendent
Dennis Jones said late Monday.
"This is good for our students and
good for our teachers, because I
know how very hard they all have
worked."
And in commending teachers,
Jones explained the accolades, go

beyond the third-grade classroom.
"The K-2 teachers lay the ground-
work for the third-grade teachers,"
he said, "and the fourth- and fifth-
grade teachers lend their expertise
to the third-grade teachers."
Together, that spells success.
"The scores show us we have
very hardworking teachers," Jones
pronounced.
Close scrutiny of test results
from past years led to the progress
of the current year, he noted.
"A couple years ago we began
paying very very close attention to
the numbers and to data analysis,"
Jones described. Small areas of
weaknesses were identified. "We
took that data analysis and the
information that yields, and we
worked on professional develop-
ment and effective instructional
strategies.
"And it's all starting to bear
fruit," he continued.
Concluded Jones, "It's all the.
teachers, because they're the ones
See FCAT 2A

By JOAN SEAMAN
Of The Herald-Advocate
Ho, Hum, another dull Saturday,
what can we do?
Not a problem this week. Pack
the kids and head out to Hardee
Lakes Park for the grand opening.
There's free admission, free food,
special guests and a lot of activities
at the 1,200-acre park. Most of the
events are from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The big exception is the adult
fishing tournament, Boaters will be
assigned to pne of the four lakes in
the property. There will be prizes
for catch-n-release bass, biggest
bass and largest catfish caught in
bank fishing. Registration begins at
5:30 a.m. Fishing is from 6 a.m. to
1:15 p.m.
Also starting a bit early is the
fourth annual kids fishing tourna-
ment, hosted by the Florida Council
on Crime & Delinquency Chapter
34. That fishing is from 8 a.m. to
noon.
It all happens at the park. To get
there, go west on SR 62, turn north
on CR 663 and turn on Ollie
Roberts Road or take John Gill
Road, which becomes Ollie
Roberts Road. The park entrance is
off Ollie Roberts Road.
Other activities for the day will
center around a 40x80 tent near
Lake 1. There will be more than
adequate parking and trams will
carry people around the huge park

to see the four-lake passive recre-
ation park of wetlands and wood-
lands which are home to many
native species of animals and
plants, and available for primitive
camping, hiking, birdwatching and
similar activities.
One of the special treats
Saturday is a fishing clinic with
Bill Dance, professional bass fish-
ing "superstar," who has written
books, has had a top television
show for 40 years, writes a month-
ly magazine column and has fished
in the best lakes all over the world.
Bruce Stanton of Pradco, the
largest artificial fishing lure com,

pany in the nation, will accompany
Dance.
For the youngsters of all ages,
there will be the net-covered butter-
fly experience, an alligator alley
display of the small creatures, K-9
puppies from Hardee Correctional
Institution, a nature walk and bird-
ing, information booths, fossil fun
zone, tours and prizes.
At 11 a.m., there will be a rib-
bon-cutting ceremony with county
officials and those from Mosaic
Phosphates, whose reclamation
from phosphate mining provided
the park for public recreation.

Mining was completed in 1989,
with the two norther lakes created
in 1985-86 and all four lakes con-
toured, wetlands and uplands plant-
ed. There is a full-time park man-
ager now and the park will be open
four days a week, Friday through
Monday. Bathhouses and restrooms
are in, some trails are available. In
the plans are more trails for horse-
back riding and hiking, board-
walks, a pavilion and an outdoor
classroom area.
For a lot of activity and fun,
don't sit home Saturday. Come visit
Hardee County's "secret" attraction
and enjoy the day.

A-Team Takes State Title

By JOAN SEAMAN
Of The Herald-Advocate
For the second time in three
years, a Hardee County team has
brought home a state championship
trophy.
The Hardee High Academic
Team returned from Orlando with
the top team and individual tro-
phies for winning Division 3 in the
Commissioner's Academic Chal-
lenge.
Captain Brett Jarnagin and
Jackson Frenot, both seniors, led
the attack as Hardee "outdistanced

their competition to earn a first-
place ranking in the first round.
Hardee easily led with 192 points,
followed by Taylor with 159,
Jackson at 151, Sumter at 115 and
Union with 95.
Others joining in the Hardee vic-
tory were juniors Kane Cortez,
Jared 'Arnold and Blake Stagg,
sophomore Jake Barone, student
assistant soph Zakk McClellan and
coaches Peggy Saddler and Peter
Preston.
Frenot had the honor to be cho-
sen among the top six players in the

state selected for Team Florida.
Saddler was named an assistant
coach. Both will be at Disney's
Contemporary Resort June 8-14
for the Panasonic Academic
Challenge.
See A-TEAM 2A

Expulsions Reach 1.8

By CYNTHIA KRAHL
Of The Herald-Advocate
A student who had marijuana in
her pocket and two others who
pushed, a. teacher have been ex-
pelled.
That recent action by the Hardee
County School Board brings the
total number of expulsions for the
2005-06 academic year up to 18,
double the previous year.
For 2004-05, the number was
nine. And it had appeared to repre-
sent a downward trend in school
expulsions. For 2002-03, the total
was 14. In 2003-04, it was 12.
With three fewer again in '04-05,
the pattern of decline in the need
for that severest of punishment
became apparent.
But '05-06 ended it.
A 13-year-old girl at Hardee
Junior High School became the
16th youngster removed from
mainstream classes for 2005-06.
Her expulsion stemmed from an

incident on March 24.
Deputy Superintendent Greg
Dick said School Board members
were told at a private expulsion
hearing that school authorities were
tipped off to the marijuana by
another student.
When Dean of Students Gregg
White called the eighth grader to
the office, she admitted having
marijuana with her, and pulled a
small bag of the drug from her
pants pocket.
Dick said the girl was present at
'the hearing with her mother and
father. The mother said the girl was
"holding" the marijuana for a high-
school student. The girl admitted to.
making a poor decision and to suc-
cumbing to peer pressure.
Further, board members were
told the 13-year-old's parents had
her tested for drug use following
the incident, with negative results.
Dick added that witnesses at the
See EXPULSIONS 2A

Frenot A Classic!

By JOAN SEAMAN
Of The Herald-Advocate
What do you do for an encore?
A Hardee High senior had the
weekend of a lifetime when cho-
sen among six in the
state to represent
Florida. He also
was chosen
Prom King in
S'i,, absentia, the
'. first time this
has happened at
( the school.
l Prom Queen
Vaillij on
Louisjeune under-
stood his absence.

Jackson Frenot was not only a
member of the state division 3
championship A-Team, but was
selected to Team Florida, the top
six players in the state. A-Team
coach Peggy Saddler was chosen
as an assistant coach for Team
Florida and will also spend the
week of June 8-14 in Orlando for
the Panasonic Academic
Challenge where Florida will
challenge top players from other
states.
Each member of the Hardee
team which went to the
Commissioner's Academic Chal-
lenge last weekend and brought
See FRENOT 2A

The Hardee County Academic Team stands proudly after being presented with its Florida High
School Activities Association medallions and trophy. Coach Peggy Saddler holds the first place
trophy high In celebration. Top inset shows scoreboard.

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Hardee County's Hometown Coverage
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S" Publisher/Editor
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Letter To The Editor

Florida Town Of Christmas

Stays Decorated All Year

Dear Editor,
Two weeks ago my beloved sis-
ter passed away in a wonderful
town called Christmas, Florida. So
many people have asked me where
in the heck is that.
It is a small town, smaller than
Zolfo Springs. It has two conve-
nient stores and a post office and
cemetery.
The town is decorated all year
long. There is a tall decorated tree
with a manger. The post office has
a Santa, and at Christmas they
stamp your mail with a Christmas
tree.

FCi
Continued
making it happen in the class-
room."
The classrooms at Bowling
Green Elementary School, in par-
ticular, won praise from the super-
intendent. The percentage of third
graders at that school who read at
Level 3 or above went from 48 in
2005 to 72 in 2006. The state con-
siders Level 3 "proficient."'
For math, the numbers were
equally impressive, from 43 per-
cent.in 2005 to the.current 64.
One' school, Wauchula Elemen-
tary, trampled state scores in both
reading and math, Jones pointed
out. Reading results went from 63
to 80, well above the state's 75, and
math did the same with 2005's 65
rising to a 79 to top the state's 72.
Zolfo Springs Elementary was
the local star innmath, with an 80 in
2005 and an 81 for 2006, well
above that state 72. For reading,
Zolfo Springs third graders upped
their 58 percentage to 71.
North Wauchula also beat the
state's math score, going from last
year's 65 to this year's 74.'
Reading slipped a bit, from,73 to
71.
In all, three of Hardee's four ele-
mentaries beat the state math score,
and one topped the reading score.

Christmas is not on most maps,
but it is before you get to Titusville
on Route 50.
I never saw one police car or fire
truck. I was told they came 12
miles from.Union Springs.
My sister was laid to rest in
Christmas Cemetery which is very
small. We walked from the chapel
behind a hearse a couple of steps to
her resting place.
Anyone out there know of anoth-
er interesting place? Please write in
and let us know about it. God bless.
Millie Freeman
Wauchula'

IT
From 1A
"We're very happy about these
scores because they show a contin-
uing upward trend in achieve-
ment," Jones said. "But, obviously,
we're not satisfied. We still have a
small percentage of students who
are not achieving at the desired
level."
Third-grade proficiency is neces-
sary to be promoted to fourth grade.
Students who did not reach the
Level 3 mark will be offered reme-
diation, summer school, and anoth-
er test, Jones said.
The state also allows six "good
cause" exemptions to the rule, per-
mitting promotion for some non-
English-speaking or disabled
youngsters, and for those who
demonstrate proficiency via other
methods.
That work still remains.
"After we take a day off to cele-
brate, we will be back at it hard,"
Jones said. There will behelp for
those who need it, and there will be
analysis of all the newly released
data.
"We have been steadily gaining
on the state over the years, and this
is the closest we have ever gotten,"
Jones noted, adding, "We're confi-
Adent we will beat the state next
year!",

Fabled Fenway Park in Boston, home of baseball's Red Sox since
1912, also served as home field for the NFL's Boston Redskins (1933-
36) and AFL's Boston Patriots (1963-68).

COURTESY PHOTOS
The 2006 varsity academic team: (seated from left) Jake Barone and Jackson Frenot, (back from.
left) Jared Arnold, Brett Jarnagin, Blake Stagg, Zakk McClellan and Kane Cortez.

Jackson Frenot shakes hand with Commissioner's Academic
Challenge director Peggy Harrod after it was announced that he
had made Team Florida (the six highest scorers in each of the
three divisions) which will represent the state in the Panasonic
Academic Challenge.

Men, Women
Plan Softball
Planning meetings for the
upcoming Ladies Church
Softball League and Men's City
League have been scheduled.
The women's meeting is next
Thursday, May 11 at 6 p.m. at
the ball field.
The Men's League meeting is
the following Tuesday, May 16,
also at 6 p.m. at the Recreation
Complex fields just north of the
high school on Altman Road.
For further information, see Carl
Coleman on Tuesday or
Thursday nights at the current
games.

NWES Hosts
Academic Fair
North Wauchula Elementary
School invites the community to
"come see what our students
have been working on." There
will be displays in art, literature
and science.
The school fair will be next
Friday, May 12 from 8 a.m. to 2
p.m. at the school, 1120 N.
Florida Ave., Wauchula. Art and
literature displays will be in the
media center and science pro-
jects are in the cafeteria.

Hospice To Train
Area Volunteers
Volunteers who can give two-
to-four hours each week are
welcome at Good Shepherd
Hospice, which provides a five-
day training session for those
interested.
The training will be May 15-
16, 22-23 and 30 from 12:30 to
4:30 p.m. at the hospice offices,
4418 Sun 'N Lake Blvd,
Sebring. Light refreshments will
be served. For more informa-
tion, or to enroll, contact Kristin
Harmon at 863-314-8037

Health Fair
On Saturday
A community health fair with
free blood pressure checks and
information on a variety of
health care will be available
Saturday. There will be food,
music and free horseback rides.
Children are welcome.
The fair, hosted by the
Tabernacle of Praise and Joy
Church, will be held from 10
a.m. to 4 p.m. at 1570 Martin
Luther King Jr. Ave., Wauchula.
'For more information, call
Denise Everett at 773-3989. .

EXPULSIONS
S Continued.ltom fM.'
hearing, including'some telhers,
described the girl as a good student,
conscientious and polite.
He explained that the Code of
Student Conduct allows for an
expulsion to be reduced to 10 days
of out-of-school suspension if the
parents and student agree to ran-
dom alcohol and drug screening.
That option, however, may be exer-
cised only. once during a student's
entire school career.
Schools Superintendent Dennis
Jones' recomminendation was for an
expulsion for the remainder of this
school year and the first semester
of the next.,
The board fell in between.
Dick said board members gave
consideration to witness testimony,
the girl's apology and cooperation
and the fact that this was her first
offense. They opted to expel her
only for the remainder of this
semester.
She may attend Pioneer Career
Academy, the district's alternative
school in Zolfo Springs, if she
meets three conditions: an assess-
ment by Tri-County' Addictions,
completion of its recommendations
and submission to random screen-
ing.
Expulsion No. 17 involved a 13-
year-old seventh grader at the
junior high.
He was present at the hearing
with his mother, Dick said.
Board members were told that
before the start of classes on March
16, the boy became loud and abu-
sive and obscene on the sidewalk at
the north' campus.
When the teacher on duty asked
the-boy to stop, he spouted obscen-
ities and pushed the teacher. He
also pushed an administrator who
arrived at the scene, Dick said.
The board expelled the boy for
the remainder of this year and the
first semester of 2006-07. He may
attend Pioneer Career Academy
upon enrollment and completion of
an anger management program.
Student No. 18 is an eighth-
grade 15-year-old boy who was
already attending Pioneer Career
Academy.
He and his grandfather were pre-
sent for the expulsion hearing.
Dick said that on March 16, the
boy was fighting with another stu-
dent. When teachers separated the
two, taking one to the office, the
15-year-old pushed past an em-
ployee and ran after them. At the
office, he pushed a secretary to the
ground and punched a door as he
made his way to the other student
and began striking him again.
He was expelled for the remain-
der of this year and the first semes-
ter of the next.

FRENOT
Continued From 1A
home the top trophy has some spe-
cial focus. For Frenot, it is litera-
ture.
"Mr. Pace (teacher Al Pace) got
me started reading the Classics in
eighth grade and I was hooked,"
says Frenot, who will join five
players from Florida Panhandle
schools on Team Florida. Is he inti-
mated by the other team members
from magnet schools?
"No, I expect to carry my own
weight, because of my literature
background and geography knowl-
edge," says Frenot modestly. Coach
Peter Preston is more enthusiastic.
"He answered a question on Greek
playwrights to get us match points.
Then, he was really excited."
In Florida academic competition,
points are awarded for correct
answers and deducted for wrong
answers. "You have to be sure you
know the answer, or lose your team
points," said Frenot, who was also
instrumental in the Hardee A-Team
placing second at the huge Monte
Verde competition and fourth at the
University of Florida tournament.
Both tourneys mix all classes of
schools and include a lot of private
Sand .magnet schools. .
"He's been our leading score all
this year, and last," said Saddler of
her top member.
Along with classmate and cap-
tain Brett Jarnagin, Frenot is
enrolled in four Advanced
Placement classes this semester, art
history, English literature,
American Government and chem-
istry. His favorite, Mrs. Merilyn
Strickland's English class, says
Frenot, who loves the Classics and
poetry and can quote long passages.
"It just sticks with me'."
He handles winning the state
championship matter-of-factly,
declining to wear the gold medal he
received. He had hoped to also win
one in football. "I would have been
just as proud of that," says the play-
er who played safety or other
defensive backfield positions.
At college he hopes to resume his.
\ interest in track, which he stopped
his sophomore year due to con-
flicts with A-Team practices and
tournaments. He probably will
attend the University of North
Florida in Jacksonville, although he
also visited with Randolph Macon
in Virginia and Wesley in Dover,
Delaware.
His next goal is attending the
national academic championships
in Chicago June 2-4 with his team-
mates. "Our talents are complimen-
tary. I expect that we will do well,"
concludes Frenot, anxious to get to
his English class.

Michael A. Guido
R & ~Metter, Geogia
It was announced that the devil
would offer his tools for sale.
He attractively displayed De-
ceit, Envy, Hatred, Lust and
Malice. But a harmless-looking,
more expensive, and much-worn
tool was laid to one side.
"Why?" asked a follower.
"That's Discouragement," said
the devil. "It's priced higher
because it's more useful. I can
get inside a man's heart with it
when I can't get near him with the
others."
Discouragement... it's ingrati-
tude for God's goodness and
indifference to God's power.
If you look up trustfully into the
face of God, you won't break
down tragically in the face of
despair.

A-TEAM |
Continued From lA '
At the awards ceremony o0
Saturday night, the keynote speaker
was Lakeland's ..Hazel Hales
Florida's longest-serving teacher
who will retire at the end of thi
school year.
The Hardee A-Team is also invi
ed to the high school national to
nament called the Nation
Academic Quiz Tournamet
(NAQT) in Chicago June 2-4,
funding can be arranged.
Saddler said Tuesday that th
best part of the state tournament
was the comments she constantly6
heard about the Hardee team. "Yo
have the nicest kids; your kids ail
more cohesive, they interact witA
other players, the judges, the
coaches so well."
Other teams, including DeSotl
and Highlands, would gather
around when they were playing t
cheer Hardee on. Hardee A-Teat
alumni Lindsay and Kelly Baron
Matt Thompson, Paul Hefelfing$
and last year's captain Micha<
Miller attended and encourage
the current team at the awards cer<
mony, teams normally 'get a pei
functory round of applause, bt
Hardee got a resounding cheer, sai
Saddler.
The tournament rounds have fol'
players from each team compete.
There are 20 five-point questions,.
20 10-point questions and 15 quesr-
tions worth 25 points.. Buzzing in
with the wrong answer means Is-
ing the points the team would have -
gained.
Random questions come in ladi
guage arts, mathematics, science,
social studies, the fine arts, world
languages (Spanish and Frenchl,
the humanities and technology. !
Jarnagin, who has been on the A
team all four years at Hardee, said
he and Frenot were the only tw
seniors on the team. Both of theli
take Advanced Placement art histr
ry, English literature, U. S.
Government and Chemistry.
When the team won state i
2004, he was a sophomore "just
being one of the team." This year
felt different. "It was a good feeling
for the senior year. I felt I earned ft
(a championship medal) this year.'
In 2004, the team went to the
nationals in Houston, where now
longtime Jeopardy winner Ken
Jennings was one of the readers.
While in Chicago this year, there
will be Jeopardy Teen Tournament
tryouts and Frenot and Jarnagin
may try out. "We're as good as
anybody, you never know." -
: NaLonal competition format-.iS
less structured than the Florida
tournament and includes cultural
trivia (movies and music) as well at
the strong academics. Many cont
testants will be from magnet
schools such as Maggie Walter o
Thomas Jefferson.
And, what do some of th<
younger players do to prepare
They read a lot, look through text
books. Each has specific strengths
Stagg and Kane in science, Arnol
and Barone in history, Cortez anc
McClellan in *literature. Baron
wants to race cars, McClella
major in culinary arts and Amok
be a history teacher.
The state competition began in
1986, but Hardee did not enter until
1988. Since then, the local A-teani
has won twice, been state runner-ulS
four times, placed third twice, fiftIi
twice, sixth twice and a semifinalist
Only twice. |
The future of the team is in goo'
hands. A trip to nationals would 2
give them even more experience.
you can help, contact Saddler
Preston at the high school (7731
3181), or any team member.

THURSDAY, MAY 4
VHardee County Commis-
sion, regular meeting, Room1
102, Courthouse Annex I, 41
W. Orange St., Wauchula, 8:30
a.m.
VHardee County Schoo
Board, special meeting ons
school zones, media center
Hardee Junior High School, 200
S. Florida Ave., Wauchula, 5
p.m.

TUESDAY, MAY 9
VHomeless Coalition of,

Hardee County, monthly meet-.
ing, 113 N. Seventh Ave.,j
Wauchula, 1:30 p.m.

THURSDAY, MAY 11
*Early Learning Coalition oft
Florida's Heartland, Hardee
County Advisory Board meeting,!
Suite 100, 324 N. 6th Ave. (U. S.'
17 South), Wauchula, 4:30 p.m.;
VHardee County School>
Board, regular meeting, media
center, Hardee Junior High1
School, 200 S. Florida Ave.,,
Wauchula, 5 p.m.

Love is friendship set to music.@
-E. Joseph Crossmaunn

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Robertson Farms Host Music Fest

Susan Robertson sang God Bless America. Her husband Wilbur Jack See is shown operating the sound system for the musical
*iald the event is held to show family gratitude to Hardee County.. event.

These Percheron horses came from North Carolina and were
used to pull logs out of the woods.

Racers, Pride Lead Ponytails

PHOTOS BY JIM KELLY
Oirst Baptist Church of Bowling Green men's quartet sang Friday, April 28, at watermelon barn of
Robertson Farms located three miles south of SR 66 on Johnston Road. Bruce Durrance at right
is on the keyboard. Others from left are Mark Croy, Jeff Cook and Mark Sellers.

Loule Pella takes children on a horse-drawn wagon ride.

By JOAN SEAMAN
Of The Herald-Advocate
A pair of teams in the 2006 Dixie
Youth Ponytails softball division
are battling it out.
The CGC AgriManagement
Pride and Peace River Growers
Racers are running just about neck-
and-neck in the girls 10 to 12 divi-
sion of Hardee County Youth
Sports. The Racers have a slight
advantage with a 5-1 record, while
the Pride are at 4-2. Behind them
are the Central Pump and Irrigation
Dragons and the Gourley Plastering
Wahoos.
Previous reporting on this divi-
sion had some errors because at the
time the score reverted to a previ-
ous inning if not completed within
the time limit. That changed the
standings as noted above.
In action last Monday, the Racers
downed the Dragons 16-8.
For the Racers, it was both Kayla
Knight and Sabrina Hernandez
smacking home runs. Hailey
Andrews was the only three-score
batter. Kate Thomas, Cassidy
Knight, Kayla Knight and Sierra
Coronado were twin-tally batters
and Brooke Knight, Hernandez,
Katelyn Hines and Savannah Selph
crossed home plate once each.
For the Dragons, it was balanced
scoring with Kendall Gough,
Courtney Parks, Elvira Servin,
Angelica Flores, Megan Hartmnan,
Amber Hemandez, Brooke Conley
and Alexan Maddox each putting a,
run in the book.
On Tuesday night, the Pride won
over the Wahoos 14-7.
Kaitlyne Rowe circled the bases
three times for the Pride. Kelsey
Powell, B*rea Farrer, Penny
McGuire and Summer Sisum made
two trips to home plate and
Amanda McNabb, Kayla Powell
and Brittany Dunlap came around
to home plate once each.
Kate Krause homered to lead the
Wahoos. She was one of seven
Wahoos to cross home plate. The
others were Arissa Camel, Brooke
Samuels, Taylor Bolin, Samantha
Schnable, Holly Hughes and Sarah
Albritton.
There were two games last
Thursday night. In the early game,
the Racers beat the Wahoos 17-7.
Cassidy Knight and Thomas
rounded the bases three times for
the Racers. Gemi Saunders, Kayla
Knight, Caryssa Johnson and Kate
Smith chipped in with twin tallies

and Brooke Knight, Selph and
Hernandez added one run each.
Leadoff batter Camel came
around to cross home plate three
times for the Wahoos. Adding solo
scores were Samuels, Carleigh
Coleman, Holly Hughes, Emily
Hughes and Alex Ullrich.
In the late game, the week's
finale, the Pride outscored the
Dragons 12-4.
A McNabb homer was the big

blow for the Pride, one of her twin
hits. Kayla Powell was the only
player to get home twice. Ashley
Trone, Rowe, Farrer, McNabb,
Kelsey Powell, Sisum, Emma
Marshall, Dunlap and Kayla Garay
each added a run.
Servin homered and was safe on
a fielder's choice to score twice for
the/ Dragons. Gough and Parks
added the other runs.

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Obituaries

WILLIAM LEE "BILLY"
SMITH
William Lee "Billy" Smith, 68,
of Wauchula, died Friday, April 27,
2006, in Orlando.
Born Jan. 15, 1938 in Wauchula
to William L. and Ruby North
Smith, he was a member of the
Heartland Flying Club, and a mem-
ber of the National Honor Guard.
Survivors are his wife, Barbara
Smith; one son, William "Bubba"
Smith and wife Ami of Wauchula;
two daughters, Lynn Smith Ward of
Greensboro and Kim Smith Mann
of Sebring; six grandchildren,
Candy Ward Lemieux and Katie
Ward Phillips of Chattahoochee,
Jamie Ward of Telogia, Robbie
Smith of Wauchula, and Benji
Benchina and Brandon Benchina
both of Sebring; four great-grand-
children, Kayla and Dustin
Lemieux, Gage Phillips and Emory
Watson.
The family received friends
Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Brant
Funeral Chapel. Funeral services
were on Tuesday, May 2, at 11 a.m.
at Brant Funeral Chapel with burial
at Wauchula Cemetery.
Brant Funeral Chapel
Wauchula

CLEO HENDERSON GORDY
Cleo Henderson Gordy, 95, of
Wauchula died Monday, May 1,
2006.
She attended the Church of
Christ.
Sh6 was preceded in death by
husband, Joseph C. Gordy; parents,
Mr. and Mrs. Seth Henderson; six-
brothers and three sisters.
She is survived by several nieces
and nephews.
Services will be held today
(Thursday), May 4 at Brant Funeral
Chapel with visitation one hour
prior. Interment will be private.
Brant Funeral Chapel
Wauchula

EILEEN M. KILBORN
Eileen M. Kilbourn, 70, of
Bowling Green, died Thursday,
April 27, 2006, at Bartow Regional
Medical Center.
Born Nov. 14, 1935 in Cass City,
Mich., she moved to Bowling
Green 27 years ago. She was a
housewife and a protestant.
Survivors are her husband Fred
Kilboutrn f Bowling Green.
No services are planned.
McLean Funeral Home
Fort Meade

DONALD F.
FORD
Donald F. Ford, 82, of Union
Springs, N.Y., died April 28,
2006 in Avon Park.
He had been a winter resident
of Orange Blossom RV Park in
Bowling Green since 1986. Born
Feb. 15, 1924, in Victory, N.Y.,
he had lived in Union Springs
since 1951. He attended Fleming
Fed-erated Church in Fleming,
N.Y and loved to bowl and golf.
He was a tractor-trailer driver, a
member of Local 117 Teamsters
Union in Syracuse, N.Y, for 35
years, and ran the family farm.
Survivors include his wife,
Jean Beyor Ford; one son, Robert
Ford and wife Ethel of Lafayette,
N.Y., two daughters, Donna
Gilfus of Union Springs, N.Y.
and Bonnie Ford and Ed Feek of
Union Springs, N.Y.; one sister-
in-law, Hilda Beyor of Sennett,
N.Y.; 10 grandchildren, Rhonda
and Randy Ford, Christopher
Jorgensen, Donald Ford, Ben-
jamin, Scott, and Danielle Gilfus,
and Joshua, Aaron, and Sarah
Gilfus; and several nieces and
nephews and cousins.
Friends and family are invited
to his memorial service which
will be held on Saturday, May 13
at 10 a.m. at Fleming Federated
Church.

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EDSEL R. HOWZE
Edsel R. Howze, 81, of
Wauchula, died Saturday, April 29,
2006, in Wauchula.
Born March 8, 1925 to Luke and
Ethel Lowe in Hardee County, he
was a lifelong resident of Hardee
County, a member of Zolfo Springs
United Methodist Church, the
owner of Ed's Gun Shop in Zolfo
Springs for many years and served
in the Navy during WWII.
He is survived by his wife of 53
years Betty Howze; two daughters,
Jeannie Makowski and husband
Mike of Wauchula, and Jennifer
Ward and husband Brad of Zolfo
Springs; one grandson, Christopher
Boyette; one granddaughter,
Brandy McCardle and husband Jon
of Dillsboro, N.C.; and two great-
grandchildren, Abi and Hannah
McCardle and several nieces.
Family received friends on
Tuesday, May 2 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Services were held Wednesday,
May 3, at 4 p.m. in the Chapel of
Friendship Church. Burial was in
Friendship Cemetery.
Brant Funeral Chapel
Wauchula

NEWTON B. HAGINS
Newton B. Hagins, 54, of
Bowling Green, died Saturday,
April 29, 2006, in Bradenton.
Born Nov. 11, 1951, in Bartow,
he moved to this area 24 years ago
from Germany. He was a dragline
operator for Mosaic Phosphates,
and a member and deacon of
Chester Grove Missionary Baptist
Church, Bowling Green.
Survivors include his wifeAlene
Hagins of Bowling 'qreen,"Three
sons Ronnie Baker hd Andrew
White, both of Bowling Green, and
Anthony White of Tampa; mother
Mattie J. Turner of Jacksonville
Beach; adopted mother Mable
Lovelace of Bartow; grandmother
Pinky Jones of Jacksonville Beach;
four brothers Dale Turner of Texas,
Rudy Hagins of Atlanta, Ga.,
Lavon Hagins of Bartow and
Kenneth Hagins of Bridgeport,
Conn.; three sisters Marie Hend-
rickson of Henderson, Nev., Robin
Powe of Jacksonville Beach and
Stephanie J. Turner of Jacksonville;
and one grandchild.
Visitation is tomorrow, Friday,
May 5, 2006, from 3 .to 5 p.m. at
Williams Funeral Home in Bartow
and 6 to 8 p.m. at Chester Grove
Baptist Church in Bowling Green.
Funeral services will be Saturday at
1 p.m. at First Baptist Church of
Bowling Green.
Williams Funeral Home .
Bartow

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THOMAS LAMAR
"MARTY" PELHAM
Thomas Lamar Marty"
Pelhamn 43, of Arcadia, died
Wednesday, April 26, 2006,
He was born Sept. 7, 1962 in
Arcadia.
He is survived by two daugh-
ters, Dawn Pelham and Gary and
Chrissy Pelham and Shawn; one
son, Jason (Richie). Pelham; one
brother, Stevie Pelham; two sis-
ters, Cindy Marshall and Jerry
and Tammy (Kim) Pelham; and
six grandchildren.
Visitation was 6-8 Friday, April
28 at Robarts Funeral Home.
Services were 10 a.m. Saturday,
April 29 at Oak Hill Baptist
Church with the Rev. Terry
Hudson officiating. Burial fol-
lowed in Gardner Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please make
donations for the services of
Thomas "Marty" Pelham by call-
ing Debbie Vickers at Sun Trust
Bank (863) 494-3119.

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JOHNNIE BAILEY
Johnnie Bailey, 64, of Bartow,
died Tuesday, April 25, 2006, at
Lakeland Regional Medical Center.
Born Feb. 12, 1942 in Fort
Meade, she was a lifelong resident
of the Fort Meade-Bartow area. She
worked in the school cafeteria and
was of the Pentecostal faith.
She wa' preceded in death by
one daughter, Susan Bryant Hop-
kins.
Survivors include husband Larry
G. Bailey of Bartow; two daugh-
ters, Patricia Ann Silvey of Naples
and Deborah Kay Rheiner of Lake
Wales; two stepsons, Gene Bailey
of Wauchula and Robert Bailey of
Lake Wales; one stepdaughter
Nadine Luna of Lake Wales; three
sisters, Vera Pendley and Brenda
"Tiny" Richardson, both of Fort
Meade, and Linda "Red" Barnes of
Bartow; three brothers, Frankie
Brown of Zolfo Springs, Glen
Brown of Sebring and Robert
Brown of Fort Meade; 13 grand-
childen and six great-grandchil-
dren.
Visitation was Thursday, April
27, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral
home. Funeral services were Friday
at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with
the Rev. Larry D. Barrentine offici-
ating. Interment followed in Ever-
green Cemetery in Fort Meade.
McLean Funeral Home
Fort Meade

DONALD F. FORD
Donald F. Ford, 82, of Union
Springs, N.Y., died April 28, 2006
in Avon Park.
He had been a winter resident of
Orange Blossom RV Park in
Bowling Green since 1986.. Born
Feb. 15, 1924, in Victory, N.Y., he
had lived in Union Springs since
1951. He attended Fleming Fed-
erated Church in Fleming, N.Y. He
was a tractor-trailer driver, a mem-
ber of Local 117 Teamsters Union
in Syracuse, N.Y., for 35 years, and
ran the family farm.
Survivors include his wife, Jean
Beyor Ford; one son, Robert Ford
and wife Ethel of Lafayette, N.Y.,
two daughters, Donna Gilfus of
Union Springs, N.Y. and Bonnie
Ford and Ed Feek of Union
Springs, N.Y.; one sister-in-law,
Hilda Beyor of Sennett, N.Y.; 10
grandchildren, Rhonda and Randy
Ford, Christopher Jorgensen,
Donald Ford, Benjamin, Scott, and
Danielle Gilfus, and Joshua, Aaron,
and Sarah Gilfus; and several
nieces and nephews and. cousins.
Friends and family are invited to
his memorial service which will be
held on Saturday, May 13 ;at 10
a.m. at Fleming Federated Church.
Robarts Family Funeral Home
Wauchula

TOMAS LOBATO
Tomas Lobato, 69, died April 28,
2006, at his home in Wauchula.
Born in Mexico on Sept. 22,
1936, he came here from Sd.
Juarez, Mexico 33 years ago.
He is survived by his wife
Consuelo S. Lobato; six sons,
Ismael Lobato, Jose Antonio
Lobato, Tomas Lobato, Miguel
Lobato, Hector Lobato and Martin
Lobato; three daughters, Norma
Turner, Veronica Castanon and Lisa
Lobato; 20 grandchildren; and two
great-grandchildren.
Family received friends,
Tuesday, May 2, 6-8 p.m., at Brant
Funeral Chapel, Mass was held on
Wednesday, May 3, at 4 p.m. with
burial following in Wauchula
Cemetery. ,
Brant Funeral Chapel *
Wauchula

ALVIN O. STANKEVITZ
Alvin O. Stankevitz, 87, of Zolfo
Springs, died Saturday, April 29,
2006 at home.
Born in Beaver, Wis., he had
been a resident of Zolfo Springs
since 1986, coming from Key West.
He was a welder and served in the
U. S. Army during World War II.
Survivors include friends, Mr.
and Mrs. Alvin Stewart of Zolfo
Springs.
Interment will be at Florida
National Cemetery in Bushnell.
In lieu of flowers, memorial con-
tributions may be sent to the Good
Shepherd Hospice of Highlands
and Hardee counties.
Stephenson-Nelson
Funeral Home
Avon Park

PERNELL TURNER

Pernell Tufrner, 88, of Fort
Meade, died Friday, April 28, 2006
at Auburndale.
Born July 23, 1917 in Georgia,
he resided in Fort Meade for 15
years, moving from Bowling
Green. He was a member and dea-
con at Beulah Missionary Baptist
Church of Fort Meade. He was a
dairyman.
Survivors include his caregiver
Dora M. Johnson.
Funeral services were Wednes-
day, May 3, 2006, at 2 p.m. at
Beulah Missionary Baptist Church
in Fort Meade.
Williams Funeral Home
Fort Meade

THOMAS LAMAR "MARTY"
PELHAM
Thomas Lamar "Marty" Pelham,
43, of Arcadia, died Wednesday,
April 2f 2006,
He was born Sept. 7, 1962 in
Arcadia.
He is survived by two daughters,
Dawn Pelham and Gary and
Chrissy Pelham and Shawn; one
son, Jason (Richie) Pelham; one
brother, Stevie Pelham; two sisters,
Cindy Marshall and Jerry and
Tammy (Kim) Pelham; and six
grandchildren.
Visitation was 6-8 Friday, April
28 at Robarts Funeral Home.
Services were 10 a.m. Saturday,
April 29 at Oak Hill Baptist Church
with the Rev. Terry Hudson offici-
ating. Burial followed in Gardner
Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers please make
donations for the services of
Thomas "Marty" Pelham by calling
Debbie Vickers at Sun Trust Bank
(863) 494-3119.
Robarts Funeral Home
Arcadia

TERRY N. EBERSOLE
Terry N. Ebersole, 63, of Fort
Green, died May 1, 2006 at home.
He was born July 23, 1942 in
Altoona, Pa. and had been a resi-
dent of Hardee County for 10 years,
coming from Norristown, Pa. He
retired in 2005 as a heavy equip-
ment operator for Hardee County.
Survivors include his wife
Peggy; one son, Terry L. Ebersole
and wife Renee of Plymouth
Meeting, Pa.; one daughter, Tammy
Ebersole of Warminster, Pa.; one
brother, Tom and wife Maryann
Ebersole of State College, Pa.; one
sister, Nancy and husband John
Knootz of Elizabethtown, Pa.; and
three grandchildren.
Memorials may be made to Good
Shepherd Hospice or the American
Cancer Society. Services are pend-
ing.
Robarts Family Funeral Home
Wauchula

WAYMAN H. WALKER
Wayman H. Walker, 81, of
Wauchula, died Saturday, April 29,
2006 in Lake Placid.
Born Sept. 11, 1924 in Fort
Meade to Marvin B. Walker and
Edith Irene Best Walker. He moved
here in 2003 and attended
Northside Baptist Church.
He is survived by three brothers,
Frank Walker of Frostproof,
Richard Walker of Parrish, and
Marvin Walker Jr. of Duette; three
sisters, Mildred Carlton of Duette;
Grace Taylor 6of 'Arcadia 'and
Maggie Timmons of Wauchula; and
several nieces and nephews.
Family received friends on
Tuesday, May 2 from 1 to 2 p.m.
with services immediately follow-
ing at 2 p.m. at Brant Funeral
Chapel. Burial was at Welcome
Cemetery in Fort Meade.
Brant Funeral Chapel
Wauchula

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RESTHAVEN'S ANGELS

COURTESY PHOTO
The Zolfo Springs Elementary School Student Council held a
food drive at Christmastime and donated over 400 food items to
Resthaven, a local retirement home. Fifth-grade representative,
Sid Crews and Student Council sponsor Kay Crews delivered
the food to Resthaven Manager Maura Adams. Sid Crews and
Adams are pictured above with a few Resthaven residents. i

Attitudes On Ag
By Bill Hodge
Retired Farmer & Rancher

HOMEOWNER'S INSURANCE Urvaksh Karkaria in The
Times-Union wrote: "You know there's a problem when Florida's insure
of last resort is about to become its biggest. amidst a pull-back by private
insurance carriers smarting from two years of balance-sheet-blasting hurri,
canes, state-run Citizens Property Insurance Corp. is becoming the only
option for homeowners insurance for many Floridians.
"Citizens covers about 800,000 policies statewide, including about:
10,800 homeowners, renters and condo owners in Northeast Florida. The
company, which charges the highest rates, has recently been writing about.
40,000 new policies a month for homeowners who can't find coverage ii
the private market. State Farm, the state's No. 1 carrier, wrote 30,000 nev,
policies all of last year.
"Citizens' growth, industry observers contend, is a sign of an unhealthy.
private market and a tax on all Floridians who have homeowners insurance
That's more than just panic-mongering: Citizens, by law, is allowed to pass
its losses to private carriers through an assessment. Private insurers pass th
increase on to policyholders' pockets through higher premiums.
"The state-run insurer incurred $2.4 billion in losses from the 20
season and assessed $516 million on private insurers. That assessment, f
instance, tacked an additional $68 to a policy with a $1,000 annual premi-
um this year. Losses from the 2005 storms are expected to exceed $2 bil-
lion, which could trigger a $1.3 billion assessment on the private market.
'That assessment is expected to boost homeowners premiums for all
Floridians by a statewide average of about 11 percent in 2007, said Jeff
Grady, president of the Florida Association of Insurance Agents.
"As insurance premiums ratchet up, so has the chatter in the political
hallways of Tallahassee. Insurance reform is among the marquee issues in
the 2006 legislative session, which kicked off March 7.
'You have Nationwide not writing, Allstate not writing (new poli-
cies),' said Craig Dewhurst, a State Farm insurance agent. 'We're. on
restriction on what we can write. I am seeing more and more of my peers
getting licenses to sell Citizens.'" ...
The above article on insurance for Floridians points to a problem th4
may only get worse. The Florida Legislature is tackling this problem in il
current session. What will come out of its discussion, one can only guess.
However, with- hurricane season predictions in the forecast, our insurance
situation in Florida will probably not improve.

PROPERTY RIGHTS There is lot of discussion in the LegislaturF
over eminent domain because of last year's Supreme Court decision th,
extended the use of eminent domain for private economic development
beyond that previously used. It gave state and local entities power to targo
any private property for condemnation. Let us hope the Legislature car
come up with a way to offset the court decision that will protect our private
property rights.

FARM TO FUEL Florida Agriculture Commissioner Charle
Bronson's Farm to Fuel initiative has been well received by the Legislatur1
this year. Farm to Fuel promotes the use and production of renewable en
gy sources often called "biofuels" which can be grown in Florid
thus benefiting the nation by a reduced dependency on foreign fuels ang
also supporting a new market for our state's agricultural industry.
SB 1388 by Sen. Rod Smith, D-Gainesville, and HB 7075 by the
House Ag Committee establish a grants program and also an advisory courr-
cil to assist in the development of this technology. The state budget includes
$5 million to fund the grants program. .

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EASTER BUNNIES

COLORING CONTEST WINNERS

COURTESY PHOTO
McDonald's was recently showered with Easter decorations by Zolfo Springs Elementary's own
Easter Bunnies. The Student Council members provided the decorations and were rewarded with
Happy Meals. They will be decorating McDonald's year-round. Student Council members are:
Mercedes Cisneros, Michelle DeLaTorre, Julie Yang, Christina Sustania, Kaylee Myers, Sid Crews,
Kenia Villeva and Cody Dayfort. McDonald's representatives were: manager Bobby Ridley, assis-
tant manager Mindy Davis and Kim Stewart.

'Mosaic Closures Cost 700 Jobs

By JOAN SEAMAN
Of The Herald-Advocate
Roughly 20 percent of Mosaic
Phosphates employees are losing
their jobs.
The Tuesday announcement of

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE
TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF
FLORIDA, IN AND FOR
HARDEE COUNTY
CASE NO.: 252006CP000038
IN RE: THE ESTATE OF
.GUY DONALD McQUAIDE, deceased.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of,
,GUY DONALD McQUAIDE, deceased,
,whose date of death was December
.15, 2005, and whose social security
' number is 267-30-7761, is pending in
"'the Circuit Court for Hardee County,
'Florida, Probate Division, the address
of which is Post Office Drawer 1749,
Wauchula, Florida 33873. The name
and address of the Personal
Representative and the Personal
Representative's Attorney are set
forth below.
I All creditors of the decedent and
'6thr" persons'" having' claims' or
tfemratls' agaiI'st tecedebefitafe';"te
including unmatured, contingent or
unliquidated claims, on whom a copy
*of this notice is served must file their
claims with this Court WITHIN THE
LATER OF THREE MONTHS AFTER
THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICA-
TION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY
DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE
OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON
THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent
and persons having claims or
demands against the decedent's
estate must file their claims with this
court WITHIN THREE MONTHS
AFTER THE`DATE OF THE FIRST
PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WITH-
IN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH
733.702 OF'THE FLORIDA PROBATE
CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME
PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY
CLAIM FILED JWO (2) YEARS OR
MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT'S
DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of the first publication of
this Notice is May 4, 2006.
Personal Representative:
JENNIFER L. McQUAIDE
529 S. Parsons Avenue, Apt. 1111
Brandon, FL 33511
Attorney for Personal Representative:
John W..H. Burton, of-
BURTON & BURTON, RA.
Post Office Drawer 1729
Wauchula, FL 33873 .
(863) 773-3241
Florida'Bar Number: 0650137

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restructuring, which will indefinite-
ly close three Polk facilities and lay
off 700 employee from Hardee
County and other Central Florida
areas, will not affect other mines or
phosphate fertilizer plants.
"This does not change our other
operations," said Dave Townsend,
Florida media representative for
Mosaic. Four other mines and three
fertilizer manufacturing plants will
continue in operation, using
reserves from the Fort Green mine,
which is closing along with the
South Pierce and Green Bay fertil-
izer production plants.
These three are among the most
costly of the Mosaic holdings in
Florida. Mines at South Fort
Meade, Hookers Prairie, Hopewell
and Four Comers, (which includes
the newly acquired Wingate mine),
will continue in operation as will,
the Big Bend facility, land manage-
ment office in Wauchula and other
support operations for the compa-
ny's mining and manufacturing
business. Two other manufacturing
plants in Louisiana will also stay
,open'..
Streamlining the Florida facili-
ties will reduce the cost structure
and barely impact revenue. About
$10 million last year, it should be

about $9.3 million this year as
reserves are used, said Townsend.
About 3,000 Florida employees or
positions will continue.
Townsend said it is hard to pin-
point specific numbers and loca-
tions because of the union contract
which gives employees with
seniority the- option to move to an
available job for which they quali-
fy. *Although Green Bay is non-
union, its employees will have the
same options, said Townsend.
"This strategic decision will dra-
matically strengthen the operating
effectiveness of our ongoing phos-
phates business, which will include
nine facilities in Florida and
Louisiana, and immediately
enhance Mosaic's cost competitive-
ness," said Fritz Corrigan, Mosaic
president and chief executive offi-
cer.
Mosaic was formed in 2004 from
the merger of IMC Global and
Cargill Crop Nutrition. It owns
thousands of acres in central
Florida, including the 22,000-acre
Fort Green-Ona mine and its
planifed expansion which was hotly
contested. AX, settlement with
Charlotte County on mining in and
around the Horse Creek watershed
is being finalized.

FLORIDA MARKETS AT A GLANCE

For the week ended April 27, 2006:

At the Florida Livestock Auctions, receipts totaled 5,606 compared to
last week 5,876 and 8,030 a year ago. According to the Florida Federal-
State Livestock Market News Service: compared to last week, slaughter
cows and bulls were steady to 1.00 higher, feeder steers and heifers were
2.00 to 4.00 lower.

Feeder Steers:

Feeder Heifers:

Medium & Large Frame No. 1-2:
200-300 lbs., 130.00-195.00;
300-400 lbs., 116.00-147.50; and
400-500 lbs., 106.00-129.00.

Medium & Large Frame No. 1-2:
200-300 lbs., 125.00-170.00; '
300-40,0 lbs., 110.00-136.00; and
400-500 lbs., 98.00-119.00

PHOTO BY MICHAEL ELL'
Winners of the 2006 Herald-Advocate Easter Coloring Contest were given their prizes on Monday.
They were awarded cash prizes from $10-$25. The 3- and 4-year-old winners are (from front left)
first place, Jonathan Carnley; not pictured, second place, Elaina McClenithan; and third place,
Bryce Rucker; (middle row) 5- and 6-year-old winners, first place, Alexis Neel; tied for second
place, Lianna Albritton and Mackenzie Loughran; and third place, Roman Almaguer; (back row)
7- and 8-year-old winners, first place, Omar Saldivar; second place, Larry-Ancel Wingate; and
third place, Sarah Nicholson.

COLLEGE BOUND

PHOTO BY CYNTHIA KRAHL
These four sixth graders and their families signed contracts with the Take Stock In Children pro-
gram at last week's meeting of the Hardee County School Board. If they fulfill the terms of their
contracts, the youngsters will have earned full four-year scholarships to Florida schools, two at
South Florida Community College and two at the university of their choice. But first, the young-
sters must maintain a C or above average, have no discipline referrals throughout their second-
ary education 'years, must remain drug-free, have no run-ins with law enforcement and must reg-
ularly meet with their mentors. Currently, there are 27 local students signed up for the program,
which boasts a 96 percent success rate. Schools Superintendent Dennis Jones (left) and student
advocate Irene Castenon (far right) are shown with contract signe's (from .left) Lady Renee
Paningbatan, whose mentor is Castenon; Kao Lee Lor, who is mentored by Joann McCray; Janet
Guido, whose mentor is Teresa Gaitan; and Gregory Garza, mentored by Francisco Guadalupe.

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Signed Penny
By Penny Johnson
Q&A With A Biblical Perspective

Telling The Truth...
By J. Adam Shanks
Preacher

*Sports Sense
& Nonsense
By Joan Seaman

What an exciting pair of sophomores! Postenea "Tina" Louisjeune and
Andrea "Drea" Parkinson both brought home medals from Saturday's Class
2A track and field championships. Congratulations to both girls and their
coaches Don Trew, Rod Smith, Rob Beatty, Louann Trew and James
Carpenter who prepared them well, as well as the other members of the
boys and girls track teams. The boys took the district team championship
and the girls had several district champions as well.

Speaking of achievements, congratulations are due to another type of
champion, the only Hardee team to ever have a state championship trophy,
their second in three years. The Hardee A-Team won Division 3 of the
Florida Commissioner's Academic Challenge over 14 over teams. The team
of seniors Jackson Frenot and Brett Jarnagin, juniors Jared Arnold, Kane
Cortez and Blake Stagg, and sophs Jake Barone and Zakk McClellan qual-
ifies for the nationals in Chicago in early June, if funding can be obtained.

After a stellar 20-win season, Hardee baseball ran into a snag at the
District 11 tournament and lost out on the first round. With many of the
players returning, look for an even better season in 2007.

It's time to turn the view to spring football. Football drills began in
earnest on Monday. Hardee barely has three weeks to prepare for the May
19 spring home game against Lake Wales on May 19. Mark your calendars
and "be there or be square," as the old saying goes.

Also coming up quickly is the May 12 main event boxing match for
local lightweight Edner "Cherry Bomb" Cherry at the A La Carte Pavilion
in Tampa. Putting his NABA title belt on the line, Cherry is "excited and
ready" for the upcoming match which will be televised on ESPN 2.

While Men's Church League softball is past the halfway mark of the
season, there .is planning for the Ladies Church and Men's City leagues.
The ladies will meet at 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 11 at the Recreation
Complex ball fields. The City league will have a planning meeting on May
16 at 6 p.m. at the ball fields.

Young ladies, plan your summer to include volleyball camps at South
Florida Community College under its head coach, and former Lady
Wildcat, Kim Crawford.
The 6th grade session is July 17 and 18, the seventh and eighth graders
July 19-21, the 9th and 10 graders July 24-26 and the 11th and 12th graders
July 26-28. Coaches are welcome to attend, too. The first session is $50 and
all others are $75. The training includes drills and instruction morning,
afternoon and/or evenings. Deadline for registration .is July 14. For more
information, call 773-3352, ext.. 7037.

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 time and
space allows.

Outta' The Woods
By Tony Young
Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission

SPECIAL-OPPORTUNITY HUNTS -
If you haven't been seeing the quantity or quality of game you'd like,
you may want to consider applying for a special-opportunity hunt.
For the past nine years, the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation
Commission has offered these unique fall-season hunts for deer, wild hog
and released quail on the state's best public hunting lands. Maybe it's time
you looked into getting in on the action, and experience the hunt of a life-
time.
tmThese extraordinary hunts offer large tracts of land with an abundance
of game and low hunting pressure. All deer hunts allow you to take only
mature bucks with one antler having at least four points. Hunters also can
take does if they apply for, and draw, an antlerless deer permit. This prac-
tice of quality deer management offers hunters excellent chances of taking
quality bucks and the opportunity to take a doe on public land. There is no
size or bag limit on hog hunts.
These special-opportunity deer and wild hog hunts take place on Fort
Drum (Indian River County), Lake Panasoffkee (Sumter County), Triple N
Ranch (Osceola County) and Green Swamp West Unit (Pasco County)
wildlife management areas.
Fort Drum has several gun hunts on its 20,858 acres, each one costing
only $50, should you get drawn. Besides taking 11 deer, hunters bagged 33
hogs there last year.
Lake Panasoffkee offers both archery and general gun hunts on the
8,676-acre tract. Hunters harvested 23 deer and 47 hogs there last season.
Triple N Ranch has two general gun deer hunts, and 32 deer were taken
off the 10,894 acres last year, 10 being quality bucks. What's impressive is
the fact it took hunters only an average of six days to bag a deer during the
seven-day hunts.
Green Swamp West Unit is where James Stovall took the state's high-
est-scoring deer on record: a 25-point, non-typical which netted a 206
Boone and Crockett score He took the trophy buck in 1999 after getting
drawn for the special-opportunity bow hunt. The area offers archery and
gun hunts on 34,335 acres. Last year, hunters bagged 52 deer, and more
than half were nice bucks. One-hundred eighty-eight hogs were taken from
there as well.
The FWC also has week-long released-quail hunts on Blackwater Carr
Unit in Santa Rosa County. With these hunts, you must bring and release
your own pen-raised quail. There is just one $100-permit available for each
of the 16 weeks, and if you're lucky enough to draw one, you and up to
three of your friends will have the entire 590 acres to yourselves.
If you'd like to apply for any of these great hunts, the first thing you'll'
need to do is get a "2006-07 Special-Opportunity Fall Hunt Worksheet,"
available at FWC offices and at MyFWC.com/hunting.
Beginning at 10 a.m. this coming Tuesday, you can submit your com-
pleted application at MyFWC.com/license or at your county tax collector's
office. The application period runs through midnight June 14.
These coveted permits are selected by random drawing, and you may
apply for as many hunts and dates as you like in order to increase your
chances of being selected. You must'include a $5 nonrefundable fee for
each hunt you apply for, though hunters are limited to drawing only one
permit per hunt.
On or before June 28, you will receive, by mail, a special-opportunity
permit invoice if you are selected, or a rejection notice if you are not. You
have until July 15 to pay the cost of the selected hunt if you get drawn, and
you may do so at any license agent or tax collector's office, or at
MyFWC.com/license.
Special-opportunity hunt permits are transferable by simply giving the
permit to another person. Permit holders under age 16, or those who are cer-
tified mobility-impaired, may have a nonhunting assistant accompany them
during all special-opportunity hunts.
Whether still hunting all by yourself or dog hunting with family and
friends for deer, hogs or released quail if you're looking for a premium
hunting experience, the FWC's special-opportunity fall hunts are just what
the doctor ordered.
Tony Young is a media relations coordinator for the FWC's Division of
Hunting and Game Management. You can reach him with questions about
hunting at Tony.Young@FWC.com.

Cats are a mysterious kind of folk. There is more passing in their
minds than we are aware of.
-Sir Walter Scott

TO ASK OR NOT TO ASK?
Q: I've been hurt by church so many times that it's hard for me to
go back. It just seems that every preacher is self centered and every
Christian is judgmental. I would love to find a good church and settle
down but I've been hurt so many times that it's hard to trust again?
Signed, Hurt
A: I think you need to get your eye off of man and on God. there is no
perfect person or perfect church anywhere. If you're waiting for perfection
before you attend church, you'll never find it. If you look hard enough,
you'll find mistakes in everything and everyone. Quit looking so hard for
the imperfections in people and begin looking at the perfection in God. This
is the reason Jesus died on the cross in man's place. I think you're expect-
ing too much out of the church and the pastor.
Im iot dismissing your pain. I can totally relate to being hurt. I agree
it's more painful to be let down by a church member than anyone else. But,
that's because we expect more out of Christians. We go to church looking
for people who are loving and kind and sometimes people just don't come
across like that. But, don't judge the whole church because of one person.
Don't let one rotten apple spoil the whole batch.
I recently heard a story about a preacher who was full of pride. He
insisted on everyone calling him reverend at all times. He had placed him-
self on a pedestal and wanted nothing less than the title "reverend." So, one
day he was walking down the road when he came across three little boys
and a dog. He asked the boys what they were doing. They replied, "Lying."
The reverend needed a further explanation. One boys said we found this
stray dog and we all want him. So, we came up with a game and the one
who tells the biggest lie gets the dog. The reverend said, "I have never, ever
heard of such in all my life. I have never told a lie." The boys all looked at
each other and smiling they turned to the reverend and said, "All right,
Reverend, you get the dog."
No one is perfect and being a pastor has to be one of the hardest jobs
anyone can ever do. You live in a glass house and you're expected to be,
-available at all times and have all the answers. Pastors are expected to be
flawless. But, the truth is they are only human.
I think every pastor should be respected and appreciated because
they've taken on a lot of responsibility. But, people want to be critics and
point fingers when they don't agree with their pastor.. Learn to trust God
and pray for your pastor daily. He is the one with a great big bull's eye on
him, receiving fiery darts of the devil. If he forgets to call, visit or shake
your hand don't take it personally. Love him in spite of his humanism. That
man is standing in the gap between God and man and interceding on your
behalf. He's spending his time in prayer and in the Word so he can guide
and lead the church. People don't see the huge job a pastor does. They only
see the small things he fails to do.
Church abuse is the worst kind of abuse. It's painful and lasting. But,
you must rise above the pain and learn to forgive. Shake off the dust from
your feet and move on. Let me encourage you to try again.
The devil would love to keep you out of God's house. Don't let him
win by separating yourself from the fellowship. God's word and worship
you get from church. Rise above the abuse find you a good God-fear-
ing,Word-based church and root yourself where you can bloom. You will
have to stand before God one day for your life's story and those in fault will
have to answer for themselves. There is only one just judge and His eyes
are open to everything. Nothing is hidden that He can't see.
Signed Penny
For answers with a biblical perspective, send your questions to Signed
Penny, P.O. Box 2604, Wauchula, FL 33873, or e-mail penny5@earth-
link.net.

After Thoughts
By C.J. Mouser

STUCK BEHIND A SCHOOL BUS
I'm one of those anal-retentive people who can't stand to be late. In
fact, if I know I can't reach a particular destination on time, I'd just as soon
not go.
Every morning is a challenge as I try to do everything I must do in
order to leave the house in a timely fashion so I don't have to rush. Yet every
morning I end up rushing. I pull up in front of the high school to drop my
daughter off, and that's where I first realize that not only am I rushing me,
Im rushing her.
"Got your lunch money?"
"Yes," gathering back pack and assorted belongings.
"OK." ,
That taken care of, I send her a little message with my eyes.
"I'm hurrying!" she snaps.
"I know," I say calmly, all the while in my mind I'm screaming, "Get
out, get out, get out!" My mom-ness kicks in just in time, and what I say
instead is, "Ilove you .. have a good day."
From there I mentally proceed to verbally abuse everyone I come in
contact with until I reach my destination: the slow car that pulls out in front
of me; the man at the four-way stop who misses his turn to go, leaving me
stuck behind him; the trash truck; the city maintenance vehicles; the cat that
crosses the road.
Then there's the school bus. A school bus can pull out in front of me
when I'm in a rush, and it's like the cold finger of death runs up my spine.
"No! No, no no!"
It's too late. The bus is there in front of me. I know I am doomed to at
least three or four stops before it's over with.
I try to think of things other than this obstruction. No amount of dis-
traction, though, will make me not notice when the bus pauses for that extra
few seconds before closing the door and moving on.
This morning the unthinkable happened. A school bus pulled out in
front of me right after I left the high school, and before I had time to ade-
quately feel sorry for myself, another pulled out in front of that one..
"Criminy!" I shouted. (Of course I didn't say "criminy." Use your
imagination.)
I had already been organizing my day in my mind after a trash truck
slowed me down, so I had nothing left to distract myself with, and I knew
things were going to get ugly. I turned the radio on and then turned it off.
Drummed my fingers on the steering wheel, tapped my foot. Looked left,
looked right, straight ahead and cursed that blasted bus and the one before
it. Great big yellow whales is what they were, bent on making me late.
Stop, go, stop ... go.
I felt eyes on me. It was a little girl in the back seat of the bus in front
of me. I imagine she was sitting there wondering why I looked so flustered
and who in the world I was talking to.
My frustration began to wilt under her intense scrutiny. She squinted at
me through the glare of the early morning sun. We gazed at each other for
several moments, me running late, irritable, frustrated and she, safe and
secure in the knowledge that there was someone fully in charge of her daily
transportation issues, getting her where she needed to go when she needed
to be there. As if she cared. For her, every day is an adventure, filled with
promise and learning and new experiences.
I refused to humor her. I looked everywhere but at her, but each time I
looked back she was staring. My eyes met hers, she raised her hand and
wiggled her fingers at me and grinned at me with such a gap-toothed grin
that no one, and I mean no one, could resist smiling back.
So I did.
Then I waggled my fingers back at her. We shared a moment, that lit-
tle girl and me. And while I'm sure she enjoyed it, I'd be willing to bet that
it didn't have quite the same impact for her as it did for me.
She forced me to acknowledge what I knew in the back of my mind all
along: the bus was not out to get me, it was simply doing what it had been
designed to do transport precious cargo.
I know that I will still rush, still run behind, still cuss under my breath
... but a part ofrme hopes that the next time I get stuck behind a school bus,
the consolation prize will be a smile and a wave from a cute little kid.

FOUR SONS' GIFTS
Here is a funny little story:
Four brothers left home for college. They became successful doctors,
and lawyers and prospered.
Some years later, they chatted after having dinner together. T. hey dis-
cussed the gifts they had recently sent to their widowed elderly mother who;
lived far away in another city.
The first said, "I had a big house built for Mama."
The second said, "I had a $100,000 theater built in the house."
The third said, "I had my Mercedes dealer deliver her an SL600 with a.
chauffeur."
The fourth said, "Listen to this. You know how Mama loved reading the:
Bible. You also know she can't read anymore because she can't see very,
well. I met this preacher who told me about a parrot that can recite the entire
Bible. It took 20 preachers 12 years to teach him. I had to pledge to con-
tribute $100,000 a year for 20 years to the church. Let me tell you, it was.
worth it! All Mama has to do is name a chapter and verse and the parrot will:
recite it."
The other brothers were impressed.
After the holidays Mama sent out her Thank You notes. She wrote:.,
"John, the house you built is so huge. I live in only one room, but I have to.
clean the whole house. Thanks anyway."
"Tom, you gave me an expensive theater with Dolby sound. It could
hold 50 people, but all my friends are dead. I've lost my hearing and I'm
nearly blind. I'll never use it. Thank you for the gesture just the same."
"Bill, I am too old to travel. I stay home, I have my groceries delivered,
so I never use the Mercedes. The thought was good. Thanks."
"Dearest Bob, you were the only son to have the good sense to give a
little thought to your gift. The chicken was delicious."

It is amazing how fancy we Americans have become. We live in the
"Land of the Free," where nothing is free and prices are going up! And
despite the price of materialism, it grows more rampant every day.
Everywhere you look, you will see an advertisement. You cannot drive
down the street without seeing a billboard, turn on TV without seeing a
commercial, or read a magazine without full-page ads on material goods.
Just try going one whole day without seeing one ad!
And the fancier it is, the better. At least that is what we are told and that
is what we buy.
Honestly, it really is the simple things that make us happier. Paul told
Timothy, "godliness with contentment is great gain" (1 Timothy 6:6). If we
want true happiness, we must be godly in our spiritual lives, and be content
with our physical lives! We must be like the woman in the story above:
happy with the simple things. Like it is said, the more you have, the more
you have to take care of!
I'll add to that, the less you have, the more time you have to do those
things that really matter, like spend time with family, spend time with God,.
and spend time becoming godlier! I'm Telling the Truth!
J. Adam Shanks is minister of the Church of Christ in Wauchula. He can be>
e-mailed at wearewe@earthlink.net -

Light One Candle
By Dennis Heaney
President Of The Christophers

AMERICANS WORK TOO MINY HOURS : .
Some years ago, a friend of mine asked her niece why she insisted on;
listening to her stereo at top volume. The teenager's reply: "Because that's:
how loud it can go."
i I was reminded of that while watching a recent "60 Minutes" program on.
CBS, which had a segment about American workers who now work more:
hours than those in virtually any other country. For professionals and cor-,
porate managers especially, the standard is likely to be 60 to 80 hours a
week or more. The reason? Basically, because we can.
Today's technology offers the potential for communications with peo-
ple and information sources 24 hours a day, seven days a week. One entre-
preneur who was interviewed said, "I can check e-mails and I can have a
conversation on the telephone. I can have a conversation via IM (Instant
Messaging). And I can.keep half an ear on. a conversation with a person (in
the same room)."
His wife, equally "wired" to her work, admits, "The downside, howev-.'
er, is that oftentimes we really don't have substantive conversations when
we come home. We will be sitting on our couch, each doing work. It would
be nice to have a conversation and really be concentrating and listening to'
each other. But we've got one eye on our computers."
If this couple were unusual, I'd just shake my head and say, "Different
strokes for different folks." But they aren't Whether from personal choice-'
or company pressure, a great many men and women are doing the same
thing. What's really going on here?
In 1968, The Christophers published a News Note called "A Fast:
Changing World And You," which quoted a Stanford University professor
who said, "The principal problem is not technological. We have a commu-
nications revolution on our hands, and we haven't had much time to learn
about it."
Apparently, we still haven't learned.
While some of us may feel overwhelmed by the rapid scientific and,
technological changes of our age, others are more than willing to go along'
for the ride. I have the feeling that for some people who take pride in being
workaholics, it might be easier to stay busy with work than to deal with the
sometimes messy realities of their relationships as well as the deepest needs.
and desires of their own hearts.
While I freely admit to having a computer and cell phone and to work-
ing more than 40 hours a week, I also believe in the necessity of balancing
our lives.
Family and friends should never be an afterthought. And we should-:
have time to spare for doing our bit for our community, and church, for some
fun just kicking back and relaxing and, yes, for talking to the people around.
us. We also need time for reflection.
By the way, that same "60 Minutes" show also mentioned that the;
United States is not first, but fifth, in productivity. Maybe too much work is
taking its toll.
Then there's the story of the little boy who went into a fishing equip-..
ment store to buy bait. He asked, "Mister, how many worms do I get for a
quarter?"
The man replied, "Son, don't worry. I'll do right by you. Life's too short
to be counting worms."
It is indeed.
For a free copy "Slow Down: Strategies For Living In A Fast-Paced
World," write: The Christophers, 12 E. 48th St., New York, NY 10017; or e-,
mail: mail@christophers.org.

A powerful male gorilla may weigh as much as 450 pounds.

GOOD GOLF!

To Your Health!
By Erin E. Hess
Hardee County Health Department

PHOTO BY CYNTHIA KRAHL
The Hardee County School Board was presented with a big
check literally at its meeting last Thursday night. The
money represents the proceeds from the annual Mosaic Golf
Tournament, and goes toward the athletic program and some
scholarships at Hardee Senior High School. In its 26th year, the
event raised $40,000 for the school. Shown at the presentation
are (from left) Schools Superintendent Dennis Jones, Athletic
Director Val Patarini, Mosaic's Paul Samuels and Principal Mike
Wilkinson.

Step Outdoors
With Michael Kelly

I went cat fishing Saturday night with Jackson Webb in Peace River.
The water levels are really starting to get low. We began fishing about dusk,
and it started off slow. After about 30 minutes we started getting some bites.
We ended up catching about eight catfish, with Jackson catching one that
weighted about five pounds. The rest were pretty small.
Because the water is so low the fish are congregated in the deeper
holes. Local anglers are reporting some nice catches of bass, bream and cat-
fish. The hardest part is getting to where the fish are. It is virtually impos-
sible to take a motorized boat in the river right now, and even with a canoe
you will have to get out and drag it in many places.
Before we started fishing I noticed just how low the water has gotten
in the river. In some places the river is only a few inches deep, and the bot-
tom is still littered with debris from the 2004 hurricanes. I could see tires,
pieces of tin roofs, a cooler, shoes and a refrigerator lying on the bottom of
the river. Some people throw their garbage in the river, not realizing what
it does to the ecosystem. Peace River flows into Charlotte Harbor and then
into the Gulf of Mexico.
Charlotte Harbor is a very important estuary for all sorts of marine life,
and biologists there are concerned about the water coming out of Peace
River. The river's headwaters are in Polk County. The river starts out of
Lake Hancock east of Bartow. A few years ago a sinkhole developed in the
river bed between Bartow and Fort Meade. During periods of low water
levels the river flows down into this sinkhole, cutting off the flow of the
river.
As of now there are parts of the river bed in Polk County that are com-
pletely dry because of the lack of rainfall. When the river completely stops
fltowing it causes 'small pools W~ h after to forih''The fish that get trapped 4n
them usually die from a lack of oxygen if the water doesn't rise soon.
Peace River is a wonderful natural resource for Hardee County. Many
people visit our county because of the river. It is a very popular destination
for people wanting to canoe. Many fossil hunters also come here every year
to sift through the bottom of the river in hopes of finding remnants of a past
geological age. It also offers some very good fishing at certain times.
During the high water periods snook, tarpon and other typically saltwater
fish come upriver from Charlotte Harbor.
In the future I hope people will become more aware of the importance
of Peace River and will take better care of it.

Freda's Foibles
1By Freda B. Douglas

A story for your reading enjoyment. This is Part 1.
umn next week for Part 2.

A WHAT IS MISSING?
There was a driving rain as she pulled up to the front of his apartment
house. She hastily donned her rain scarf, grabbed the bag of groceries sit-
ting on the passenger seat beside her, and ran toward the front door. She
knew he was sleeping, after pulling a double shift at the fire department.
She planned to fix dinner before she'woke him.'
After unlocking the door to his apartment with the key he had given
.her, she entered and set the groceries on the hall table while she hung up her
raincoat, released her rain scarf, and shook her flaxen curls out.
Something seemed ominously out of order. While she expected him to
be asleep, the apartment had an empty feeling. Maybe he wasn't home from
work after all. She carried the groceries into the kitchen and, as she set the
bag down on the counter, her eyes scanned the table and saw what looked
like a note. She noticed it was addressed to her, and had a sinking feeling
as she opened it.
"Dear Liz," the note read, "I have gone out looking for the orangutan.
Will be home when I find him." It was signed "Love, Jeff."
Liz knew that Jeff had a friend called Josiah who had a pet orangutan.
Had the pet gotten away from Josiah? Why was Jeff looking for him? Were
Jeff and Josiah looking for it together, or had each one gone separately? She
was in the living room now. No sense fixing any dinner now since there was
no one to share it.
Liz was deep in thought, wracking her brain. Where would a lost
orangutan go on such a miserable wet night? Suddenly she remembered the
Peaceful Valley Large Animal Shelter. Maybe it could give her a clue.
She hastened to the telephone, where she scanned the telephone book
looking for the shelter's number. As she dialed the number she anxiously
waited for an answer. Finally a voice said, "Peaceful Valley Large Animal
Shelter. How may I help you?"
Liz gave her name and then answered with, "I need some information,
if you would be so kind."
S"What is it you'd like to know?"
"My boyfriend's friend has a pet orangutan that has gotten out, and I
was wondering if you might know of a logical place he might have gone to?
Po they favor a particular kind of place? Is he liable to catch cold out in this
weather?"
"First of all, no, he isn't liable to catch cold. In their natural habitat in
the rain forest they are accustomed to inclement weather. As for where he
right have gone, do you know anybody who might have a female of the
species?"
"No, I don't. Do you have any females of the species in your shelter?"
"Why yes, now that you mention it. We had a female delivered just two
days ago."
"Is she in heat?"
""1 don't know, but I can find out and call you back."

MAY IS NATIONAL ARTHRITIS MONTH
Arthritis is one of the most prevalent chronic health problems and the
nations, leading cause of disability among Americans over age 15.
While often spoken of as if it were a single disease, arthritis refers to
over 100 different types of rheumatic diseases and conditions that affect
joints, surrounding tissues, and other connective tissues such as ligaments
and tendons. They collectively affect nearly 70 million adults and 300,000
children in America alone.
The more commonly known types are: osteoarthritis, rheumatoid
arthritis, lyme disease, scleroderma, gout, ankylosing spondylitis, systemic
lupus erythematosus, fibromyalgia.
Common warning signs of arthritis include swelling in one or more
joint(s), morning stiffness lasting 30 minutes or longer, joint pain or ten-
derness that is constant or that comes and goes, not being able to move a
joint in the normal way, redness or warmth in a joint, weight loss, fever, or
weakness and joint pain that can't be explained.
Early diagnosis and preventive medical care can help reduce the
impact of arthritis, anid various medications can improve long-term out-
comes in certain kinds of arthritis. You may think that exercise and arthri-
tis do not go together. If so, you are mistaken. For many years it was said
that if you had arthritis you should not exercise because it would damage
your joints. Now, however, research has shown that exercise is an essential
tool in managing your arthritis.
Regular moderate exercise offers a whole host of benefits to people'
with arthritis. Mainly, exercise reduces joint pain and stiffness, builds
strong muscle around the joints, and increases flexibility and endurance.
But it also helps promote overall health and fitness by giving you more.
1 energy, helping you sleep better, controlling your weight, decreasing
depression, and giving you more self-esteem. Furthermore, exercise can
help stave off other health problems such as osteoporosis and heart disease.
Starting an exercise program can seem like a daunting proposition. The
important thing to remember is to start slow and make it fun. It is always
good to start with flexibility exercises, which are basically stretching exer-
cises that will improve your range of motion and help you perform daily
activities. Once you feel comfortable, you can move on to weight training
and endurance exercises such as bicycling.
You may be reluctant to exercise because you are in such pain. If this
is the case, you may want to start with a water exercise program. In the
water your body's buoyancy reduces stress on your hips, knees and spine.
An exercise program can include anything from walking around the
block, taking a yoga class or playing a round of golf.
Whatever exercise program you decide on, you should always consult
with your doctor before starting out.
Two other types of health professionals who can help you develop an
exercise program that fits your specific needs are a physical or occupation-
al therapist. A physical therapist can show you the proper techniques and
precautions when performing certain types of exercise. An occupational
therapist can show you how to perform daily activities without putting
additional stress on your joints, and can provide you with splints or assis-
tive devices that can make working out more comfortable.

On The Agenda

HARDEE COUNTY COMMISSION
The Hardee County Commission will hold its regular session today
(Thursday) beginning at 8:30 a.m. in Room 102, Courthouse Annex I,
412 W. Orange St., Wauchula. The following is a synopsis of agenda
topi at m, be of public interest Times are approximate except for
advertised p,,ic hearings.
Proclamation of Older American Month, 8:35 a.m.
Jail renovation proposal, Danny Weeks, 9 a.m. .
Road issues and truck purchase, J.R.. Prestridge, 9:15 a.m.
Ratification of Hardee County Firefighters contract, 9:45 a.m.
This agenda is provided as a public service of The Herald-
Advocate and the Hardee County Commission for those who may wish
to plan to attend.

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WEATHER SUMMARY
Scattered storms brought significant rains to some Panhandle areas and
just sprinkles elsewhere during the week of April 24 through 30. Nearly
three inches of rain fell in Jay. Monticello recorded about an inch for the
week while Alachua, Brooksville, Carrabelle, Citra, Live Oak, MacClenny,
Marianna and West Palm Beach reported from a quarter to a half inch
falling. Elsewhere, only a tenth inch of rain or less fell. Temperatures in the
major cities averaged three to four degrees above normal for the week.
Daytime highs were mostly in the 80s with several localities reporting at
least one high in the 90s. Nighttime lows were in the 50s, 60s and 70s with
Alachua, Live Oak, MacClenny and Jacksonville reporting at least.one low
in the 40s. A cold front crossing the State at the very end of the week caused
most temperatures to plunge below normal.
FIELD CROPS
Rainfall at the end of the week aided germination and growth. of
peanuts and cotton, however planting has been very slow due to the dry
soil. Peanuts are 5 percent planted compared with 4 percent by this date last
year and the five-year average of 10 percent. Topsoil moisture supplies are
rated;short to mostly adequate in the Panhandle and very short to mostly
short in the extreme northern Peninsula, including the Big Bend area.
Elsewhere, topsoil moisture is mostly very short with scattered areas of
short and adequate supplies. Subsoil moisture supplies are short to mostly
adequate in the Panhandle, very short to mostly short in the extreme north-
ern Peninsula, very short to short in north central Peninsula localities, and
mostly adequate with scattered areas of short and very short supplies in
southern Peninsula areas. Holmes County reported some areas with surplus
moisture supplies. Statewide, surplus moisture supplies were less than half
a percent.

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VEGETABLES
Mostly clear conditions allowed harvesting to proceed at a normal
pace. Okra cutting gained momentum in Dade County. Cabbage cutting
slowed seasonally. Hot temperatures affected the quality of leafy greens,
such as endive, escarole, lettuce and parsley with harvest winding down.
Other vegetables and noncitrus fruit marketed during the week included
beans, blueberries, celery, sweet corn, cucumbers, eggplant, peppers, pota-
toes, radishes, squash, tomatoes and watermelons.

LIVESTOCK AND PASTURES
In the Panhandle, pasture condition ranges from poor to excellent with
most pasture in fair condition. The condition of small grains for grazing is
declining. Permanent pastures are looking much better due to rains and
warm weather. In the North, pasture is in poor condition. Grass is not grow-
ing very well due to drought. Hay feeding is active. Cattle condition is
mostly poor. In the central area, pasture condition is very poor to fair. In the
southwest, pasture condition is poor to fair with most in fair condition due
to drought. Statewide, cattle condition varies from poor to good with most
in fair condition.

CITRUS:
Conditions were very warm and dry across the citrus belt for the first
half of the week. During the last. half, cooler weather arrived along with
traces of rain. The most precipitation recorded in the southern citrus area
was less than a quarter of an inch. Growers are continuing to irrigate to
keep trees and the new crop in good condition. Generally, groves with drip
irrigation look good with many showing new growth and varying amounts
of new fruit that is making adequate progress. Caretakers have been busy
hedging after harvest, spraying, mowing, and applying final applications of
pesticides before the end of April. Many growers are beginning to apply
copper based sprays to control citrus canker. Valencia harvest reached over
five million boxes the past several weeks. Labor shortages due to pickers
moving to other crops and possible immigration labor reform issues may
cause harvest to suffer during subsequent weeks. Grapefruit harvest has
slowed significantly the last two weeks with the majority going to process-
ing. Only one processing plant will accept grapefruit after this week. Honey
tangerine utilization dropped below one hundred fifty thousand boxes a
week, being picked primarily for the fresh market, while Temple harvest is
almost over for the season.

In thousands of 1-3/5 bushel boxes
Valencia 4,585 5,153 4,781
Grapefruit 582 368 188
Honey Tangerines 162 127 132
Temples 5 3 1

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Track Duo Medal At State

By JOAN SEAMAN
Of The Herald-Advocate
Just sophomores, a pair of
Hardee High-athletes brought home
medals from the Class 2A state
championships.
Postenea "Titia" Louisjeune and
Andrea "Drea" Parkinson had 'a
fairly successful outing at Satur-
day's huge meet at Wolfson High in
Jacksonville.
Accompanying them were class
mates Gloria Solis and Fayetta
"Candy" Prine, who will probably
make the trip on their own next
year and were eager to see the type
of competition there is at the state
meet.
Also on hand were head coaches
Don Trew and Rod Smith and
assistant coaches Louann Trew,
James Carpenter and Rob Beatty,
who have joined forces in prepar-
ing the track teams for the variety
of events they encounter during the
season, at districts where the
Hardee boys won the champi-
onship, and at regionals.
Only Louisjeune and Parkinson
survived the regional competition
to advance to state this year,
although several other tracksters
came close, including Solis and
Prine.
Eight boys and three girls have
been invited to the prestigious
Golden South Invitational to be
held in Orlando on June 3. For the
girls, it ;is Parkinson, Louisjeune
and Gloria Solis; for the boys, it is
juniors Jose Gutierrez, Francisco
"Paco" Lozano and Lisnell You-
youte, and sophs Jayquan Gandy,
MarWin Simmons, Pete Solis,
Jimmy Cimeus and Jean Frenot.
Before that meet, they have the
opportunity to warm up in the May
26-28 BAYTAF Invitational in
Tampa.
At state; Hardee girls were
among those from 50 schools in the
Class 2A competition, over a third
of them private schools, such as
Tallahassee FSU, Jacksonville
Episcopal, Pope John Paul II,
Bishop Kenny of Jacksonville,
Chaminade College Prep, Bishop
Moore, Bolles and Archbishop
Edward A. McCardle, among the
top dozen winners.
With just two competitors,
1Hardee tied for 34th among the 50
schools. Had the Hardee boys
advanced, they would have been
among 54 schools in the state
championships.
Both Louisjeune and Parkinson
qualified for the triple jump at state.
Louisjeune, in only her first year at
track placed fifth, with a leap of
35.575 feet. "It wasn't her best
jump of the year, but it's always

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good to medal your first time at the
big show," commented head coach
Don Trew.
Parkinson had difficulty with a
fierce tail wind "causing her prob-
lems and came up well short of her
normal triple jump," said Trew of
Parkinson's 10th place finish at
34.175 feet. There were 16 girls in
that event.
Parkinson also competed in
the 100-meter hurdles, setting a new
school record with a time of 15.93
in the preliminaries. She ran that
before the preliminaries of the 300-
meter hurdles, and finished the
finals at 16:37, good enough for an
eighth-place medal.
In the 300-meter hurdles, her
best event, Parkinson had an excel-
lent chance to medal, seeded high
with a 47.65. In the prelims she
came out of the curve in third posi-
tion, with the top three automatical-
ly qualifying for the finals.
However, as she approached the
finish, she had Loutishia Hall of
top-ranked Immokalee in her sights
running in the number two position.
Hall had "edged Parkinson to the
tape all year and Drea.was gaining
on her. Usually, we coach them to
stride and save it for the finals
when they clearly are going to
qualify. But this temptation was too
great and Drea wanted to run her
down. At they approached the last
hurdle, it was evident Drea would
catch Hall and finish second, but
with the strong t4il wind pushing
her as she approached the last hur-
dle, she realized her steps were off.
As she made the adjustment to
clear that last hurdle, she tripped
and fell and did not finish.
"The emotion may have gotten
the better of her because this was
the one area she was pretty much
assured a medal. She ran pretty flat
in her 100-meter hurdle final, run-
ning a 16,2," reported Trew. Hall, a
junior, finished second in the finals.
The track girls lose only Santresa
Harris, Joia Jones and Blanca Ruiz
and Vanessa Hollon to graduation.
For the boys team, Arturo Briones,
Thelinor "Lino" Jena and Pierre
Lazarre are lost to graduation.
Expected back for the girls are
juniors Cynthia Briseno, Lori
Castillo, Mandy Cornelius, Mari-
cela Galvan, Erica Hernandez,
Melissa Hollon, Christina Jena and
Ashley Kershner, sophs Alexus
Greene, Nancy Ramirez, Prine,
Gloria Solis, Parkinson and
Louisjeune, and frosh Daisy
Escoto, Elizabeth Miller, Nancy
Ramirez, Lucy Ruiz and Candis
Thomas.
Boys expected to return are
juniors Pablo Anselmo, Lucas
Chaney, Jermaine King, Devon
Lampley, Trey Small, Youyoute,
Lozano and Gutierrez, sophs
Demetrios Coney, Josh Jackson,
Terry Reddin, Olnel Virgile, Pete

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Hardee

Living

Joshua Gerstorff To

Wed Connie Krueger

Thomas and Elizabeth Harris of
Wauchula announce the engage-
ment of their son, Joshua Ari
Gerstorff of Wauchula, to Connie
Vanessa Krueger of Wauchula,
daughter of Keith Krueger of
Wauchula and Josefa Krueger of
Romeoville, Ill.
The prospective groom will grad-
uate from the University of South
Florida in Tampa in December with
a bachelor's degree in history, when

he will begin teaching full-time
while pursuing his master's degree
in English.
The bride-elect will graduate on
May 5, 2007, from the University of
South Florida with a bachelor's
degree in communication "sciences
and disorders. She will continue
full-time studies for a master's
degree in deaf education.
A wedding date will beset next
year after both of their graduations.

COURTESY PHOTO
Rob Crews II and Robin Crews share college experiences.

Siblings College Grads

COURTESY PHOTO
Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Lane

Diane Hodges &

Jimmy Lane Wed

Diane Hodges became the bride
of Jimmy Lane on Monday, April
17, at a private ceremony with their
children Ashley and Jimmy Lane Jr.
The bridge is from Zolfo Springs,
while the groom, usually a Zolfo
Springs resident, was home on
leave from duty in Iraq with the
Army National Guard. He returned
to Iraq on April 26.
The bride is a 1985 graduate of

Connie Krueger & Joshua Gerstorff

Hardee High School. She is current-
ly employed at the DeSoto Juvenile
Correctional Facility in Arcadia.
The groom is a 1995 graduate of
Hardee High School who was
employed at the Avon Park
Bombing Range before his tour of
duty.
The couple plan a honeymoon
cruise of the Bahamas when he
returns from overseas duty.

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Briana Arguelles turned 8 years
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She celebrated on April 15 at 2
p.m. with a party at Lake Verona in
Avon Park. The theme for the party
was 4 Princesses.
Guests were served fajitas, rice,
potato salad and a special cake,
enjoyed fun with games and ended
the party at 6 p.m with breaking a
pinata.
Helping her celebrate were her
parents Gabriel Jr. and Danielle
Arguelles.
Joining in the festivities were
grandmother Maria Gutierrez of
Avon Park, uncles Tony Gutierrez
and his family, C. Angel Guiterrez
and family, and Joe Guiterrez and
family and the Tijerina and Juarez
families. With adults and children
there were 60 family members and
friends attending.

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TWO BLUES, NO PINK
Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Valdiviez,
Bowling Green, a six pound 13
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'*A eil 10., iO brida Holpital,
SeV rmig."Mlrs." Va'iez is 't e 'or-
mer Janie Herriandez. Maternal
grandparents are Rachel Castillo
and the late Pablo Hernandez.
Paternal grandparents are Jose and
Peggy Valdiviez of Wauchula.
Juan Ramon Maldonado and
Mya Torres, Wauchula, a seven
pound 11 ounce son, Juan Ramon
Jr., born' April 16, 2006, Manatee
Memorial Hospital, Bradenton.
Maternal grandparents are Juan and
Maria Cisneros of Arcadia.
Paternal grandparents are Andrew
and Lydia Garcia of Wauchula.

Don't Be'Fashionably' Late!"
HARDEE LIVING DEADLINE
IS THURSDAY AT 5 P.M.

Robin Crews and brother Rob
Crews II are recent college grau-
ates.
The native Hardee Countians are
the children of Robert Sr. and Gaila
Crews of Wauchula. The family his-
tory goes back many generations in
this area.
Robin is entering the Peace
Corps and currently studying
Hausa, the native language of
Niger, Africa where she will contin-
ue her volunteer duties teaching
agriculture. Local friends who
would enjoy corresponding with
her may write to her at Robin

Crews, PCV, Corps de la Paix, BP
641, Zinder, Niger, West Africa.
Robin recently graduated from
New College of Sarasota with a
double degree in linguistics and lit-
erature. She speaks fluent Spanish
and German and some classical
Greek. She plans to complete grad-
uate work when her Peace Corps
term has ended.
Rob will graduate from South
Florida- Community College Auto
Body Collision/Repair program in
ceremonies May 9 at 7 p.m. His
future plans include normal and
custom painting of vehicles with
emphasis on quality.

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The Hardee Senior High School Key Club will soon
be losing a valuable and dear friend. Richard
Nicholson will be leaving his post as the club's
Kiwanis advisor. Recently, Nicholson accepted :
.position in the United States Government Foreign
Service Program and will be leaving for training.
7 Once training is completed, Nicholson will be
moving.to an assigned country to serve in their U.S.
' Embassy. -
-RIhard has been a part of the Hardee High Key
Club for seven years and has served it with
distinction. We at the HHS Key Club would like to
thank him for his outstanding service and
commitment to the Club. Though he will be greatly.
,missed, we wish him and.his-familyrthie best of luck
on thier future endeavors.
With the departure of Richard, we would like.o
welcome the new addition to ourLKey-Ctu uamily.,
Steve Johnsonfwill-be-jofig the club as its new
Kiwanis Advisor. We are excited as we look to the:
future.,
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Kendral Smith,
daughter of
Lori & Johnnie,
first place winner of the
Kindergarten Spelling
Bee at North Wauchula
Elementary.

We would like to thank God and everyone who worked with
her. A special thank you to her great teacher, Mrs. Kay
Knight, who worked very hard with her. Thank you to New
Hope Baptist Church for giving her a great start.

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COMPUTER EXPERT SPEAKS

QUILT MEMORIES

PHOTO BY JIM KELLY
John Gibney, network administrator for city of Wauchula, spoke to the Wauchula Lions Club on
Thursday, April 20, about computers. From left are Woody McCombs, Lionette member and Miss
Hardee County Rebecca Durrance, Lionette President Randi Sasser, and John Gibney.

Mabel Boone

Commemorates 90 Years

A special day of recognition and
a celebratory dinner out marked the
90th birthday Monday of Wauchula
resident Mabel Boone.
Boone was born on May 1, 1916,
2 in War, W. Va. She has lived in
Hardee County for 55 of her years.

A homemaker, she has one son,
who is deceased, and one grandson,
Danny Cheraz of Arcadia.
She and husband Clifford Boone
will be married 31 years this June
13th.

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A Daily Thought
THURSDAY
Job answered (his wife), "You
are talking like a foolish woman.
Should we take only the good
things from God and not trou-
ble?"
Job 2:10 (NCV)
FRIDAY
If any of you falls short on wis-
dom, he should ask God for it
and it will be given him; for God
is a generous giver who neither
refuses nor reproaches anyone.
But he must ask in faith, without
a doubt in his mind.
James 1:5-6a (NEB)
SATURDAY
God's a safe-h use for the bat-
tered, a sanctuary ,during bad
times. The moment you arrive,
you relax; you're never sorry you
knocked.
Psalm 9:9-10 (ME)
SUNDAY
The Lord will rescue me from
every evil and save me for His
heavenly kingdom. To Him be
the glory for ever and ever.
Amen.
II Timothy 4:18 (RSV)

MONDAY
Yet there is one ray of hope; The
Lord's compassion never ends.
It is only the Lord's mercies that
have kept us from complete
destruction. Great is His faithful-
ness. His lovingkindness begins
afresh every day.
Lamentations 3:21-22(TLB)
TUESDAY
After all, God can give you
everything that you need, so that
you may always have sufficient
both for yourselves and for giv-
ing away to other people.
II Corinthians 9:8 (PME)
WEDNESDAY
Even a child is known by his
actions, by whether his conduct
is pure and right.
Proverbs 20:11(NIV)
All verses are. excerpted from The
Holy Bible: (KJV) King James
Version; (ME) The Message;
(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.

COURTESY PHOTO
A Hardee High graduate of the Class of 1965 will take many memories with him after winning a
quilt designed and personalized for him by Vera Smith of Frostproof. Donated as a door prize by
Tom Wood of Wood's World in Wauchula, the quilt was won by Dwayne and Betty Shiver, now of
Orangefield, Texas, at the HHS 40th reunion on New Year's Eve. The couple is a long-distance
trucking team who enjoy traveling the country and seeing the sights. They are noted for the inter-
esting postcards they send from all over the country. They enjoy hearing from their Hardee
County friends at their home address: R 0. Box 360, Orangefield, TX 77639.

NATURE FEST

PHOTO BY JIM KELLY
Janet Hendry and Erica Scheipsmeier spoke to the Hardee Rotary Club April 19 about the upcom-
ing Nature Fest at Hardee Lakes Park on May 6. This will be the grand opening of the park, spon-
sored by the Hardee County Commission. The park is over 1,200 acres and has four lakes rang-
'ingxfrom 47 to 133 acres. There will be a free lunch, tours, fishing, a butterfly exhibit and more.
From left are Hendry, Vanessa Hernandez, Scheipsmeier, and club president Frank Vasquez.

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Dear Parents:

Did you realize that drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death to young children,
and that over seven thousand drownings occur each year in the United States alone.
The Hardee County Community Recreation Center presents an opportunity for your child to learn
personal safety and water survival skills in a closely supervised environment and just in time for
summer vacation. Our program is totally committed to teaching swimming skills to individuals
from the age of 18 months to 16 years of age. We ensure the finest in aquatic programming by
maintaining a trained and qualified staff.
Class registration will be held at the Complex Pool on the following dates and times. Be sure to
sign up early to guarantee the class and time you desire. Cost for each registration is $45.00.
REGISTRATION DATES:
Saturday, May 13, 2006 from 1pm to 5pm
Friday, May 19, 2006 from 4pm to 8pm
Session I June 5 June 16 (Mon thru Fri) 9am to 10am
Session II June 19 June 30 (Mon thru Fri) 10am to 11 am
Session III July 3 July 14 (Mon thru Fri) 11am to 12pm
NOTE: POOL CLOSES JULY 4th

POOL HOURS ARE:
|17z a lu" U vJ Saturdays 1pm to 5pm

Sunday

2pm to 5pm

Monday 1pm to 3pm; 3pm to 5pm and 7pm to 9pm
Tuesday 1pm to 3pm; 3pm to 5pm and 7pm to 9pm

Wednesday
Thursday
Friday

1pm to 3pm and 3pm to 5pm
1pm to 3pm; 3pm to 5pm and 7pm to 9pm
1pm to 3pm; 3pm to 5pm and 7pm to 9pm

Estimados Padres:
Saban ustedes que la segunda.causa de muerte accidental a los ninos es ahogarse? Cada afio mas
de siete mil nifios se ahogan en los Estados Unidos.
El Centre de Recreacion de la Comunidad en el Condado de Hardee le ofrece una oportunidad a
su nino para que qprenda la tecnica para maneharse en el agua y mantenerse seguro, en un ambi-
ente bien supervisado y a tiempo para las vacaciones del verano. Nuestro program esta totalmente
cometido a la ensenanza de la nataci6n a individuos desde la edad de 18 meses hasta los 16 anos
Aseguramos lo mejor en program acuAtico manteniendo un equipo de personal bien entenado y
competent.
La registraci6n para las classes de natacion seran en el Complex Pool en los siguientas dias y horas.
Asegurese de registrarse temprano para garantizar la clase y hora que usted desea. El costo para
cada registraci6n es $45.00.
Fech de Registracion:
Sabado, Mayo 13, 2006 de 1:00pm a 5pm
Viernes, Mayo 19, 2006 de 4:00pm a 8:00pm

SESION I Junio 4 Junio 16 (Lunes a Viemes)
SESION II Junio 19 Junio 30 (Lunes a Viernes)
SESION III Julio 3 Julio 14 (Lunes a Viernes)
*FAVOR DE ANOTAR QUE NO HABRA CLASSES JULIO 4.

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Saturday, May 6

11 a.m. 7 pm.

Eat ^fIn o TkeOu

Birthday Dance

7 p.m.

Elk's Lodge
318 W. Main St., Wauchula
773-9656

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CELEBRATION DONATION

Farm Credit Held Annual Meeting April 20

COURTESY PHOTO
A $500 check from Paul Moul of Aaron's Sales & Lease in Bartow
made it possible for the Redlands Christian Migrant Association
in Wauchula to hold its area F2 annual End-Of-The-Year
Celebration for parents, children and staff. Sharon Martin,
migrant program coordinator, accepts the much-needed check.

Rise & Shine
By Ted Simonson

HOLY LIVING
Living a holy life is an idea so foreign today that it seldom rises to the
level of discussion. Mostly it is relegated to the Middle Ages, where many
thought it could be achieved in monasteries via complete separation from
the world and non-stop prayers.
That God is holy, there is pretty general agreement. What is found
offensive today is the idea that ordinary people can live anywhere close to
it.
What happens too often is this: Christianity is reduced to a set of rules.
Then, in application, these rules are scaled down to accommodate what peo-
ple consider to be plausible, possible and convenient.
There is another problem: Individualism is worshiped with such fervor
in our culture that the idea of doing the will of another is thought to be a
form of slavery, and something to,be avoided at all costs.
The Apostle Paul, however, boasted that he was bond slave of Jesus
Christ. His idea of a holy life was belonging to Christ. His idea of a holy life
was belonging to Christ. 'Ye are not your own" he wrote the Corinthians,
"Ye were brought with a price, therefore glorify God in your body, and in
your spirit, which are God's (I Corinthians 6:20).
This frustrates some people. "Who can live this way?" they ask.
"Always on the strain. Always trying to think and act the way we think a
Christian should! And what about failure? Who can attain such a high stan-
dard and then keep it?"
Ask such a question of a person in love.
Ask Mary Magdelene, who wept alone in that long-ago garden. The
Lord she worshiped was gone. He'd been crucified, and that's why at first
she couldn't recognize the One who stood before her. All she could say was,
"They have taken away my Lord and I know not where they have laid him."
* Until He spoke her name. Then she knew. Then her heart was fully sat-
isfied.
Sentiment won't bring a person to this point. Hard work won't do it,
even work for a good cause. Prayer, by itself, won't do it. Somehow a man
or woman must come to the end of the best humanity has to offer and
find, standing there, the best that Heaven can give!
A holy life is simply seeking each day to walk with this resurrected-
Christ, to live under His direction and with His approval.

EVThe Victory Praise Center located at

The Victory Praise Center located at

132 East Main

Street in

Bowling

Green will be hosting a revival with
Brother James Altman & the Glory
Road, Singers on May 5th, 6th &
7th. Please come and join us in this
Holy Ghost revival, as we pray for
everyone to get a Holy Ghost
blessing and revival in their spirit.

Services will begin at 7pm

on May 5th & 6th,
and at 6pm on May 7th.

By JIM KELLY
Of The Herald-Advocate
Farm Credit of Southwest
Florida held its annual stockholders
meeting and dinner Thursday, April
20, at the Hardee Agri-Civic
Center.
The guest speaker was Lou
Heckler of Gainesville. He said
three keys to making people "shine
like stars" are to be engaged and
connected to each other, to be good
communicators and to "be passion-
ate about life.
Board chairman Kayo Welles IV
said Farm Credit of Southwest
Florida .is giving members refund
checks of $7.1 million this year
fromn their loan interest paid. For
the last seven years he said Farm
Credit has returned about 35 per-
cent of interest paid annually back
to the borrower members.
Jimmy Knight, president and
CEO, said Farm Credit seeks to be
the "lender of choice" for agricul-
tural and home mortgage loans.
Tonya Dubberly sang the Star
Spangled Banner.

Three incumbent directors were
re-elected to the board. They were
John Alexander, John Roy Gough
and Joan Smoak Jr. Other candi-
dates were Dick Crockett, Rick
Turner Jr. and Harold E. McClellan
Jr.
Guest speaker Heckler said at
age 8 he saw U.S. President Dwight
Eisenhower. "He looked like an
ordinary man. I learned then you
can look ordinary and do extraordi-
nary things."
Vice chairman Walter Farr
announced the election results.
For the past 10 years ending in
2005 Farm Credit patronage
refunds of loan interest paid has
been 38 percent, 37.5, 36.8, 29.3,
32.7, 30.2, 28.8, 29.5, 38.6 and
35.1 percent.
Loan volume in 2000 was $476
million, which has risen in succes-
sive years to $551 million, $608
million, $635 million, $639 mil-
lion, and $1.1 billion.
Net income during those years
beginning with 2000 has been
$6.51 million, $5.48 million, $4.8a

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR
HARDEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
CASE NO.: 252006CA000222
IN RE: FORFEITURE OF
$191.00 U.S..CURRENCY /
NOTICE OF ACTION
TO: JORGE MACEDO AND ALL
OTHERS CLAIMING AN INTEREST IN
OR TO THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED
BELOW.
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action
for forfeiture of the following-
described personal property in
Hardee County, Florida:
$191.00 U.S. CURRENCY
has been filed against you by
Petitioner, THE CITY OF WAUCHULA,
FLORIDA, POLICE DEPARTMENT, and
you are required to serve a copy of
your written defenses, if any, on
Kenneth B. Evers, Petitioner's
Attorney, whose address is Post
Office Drawer 1308, Wauchula,
Florida 33873-1308, on or before June
2, 2006, and file the original with the
Clerk of this Court either before serv-
ice on Petitioner's Attorney or imme-
diately thereafter; otherwise a default
will be entered against you for the
relief demanded in the petition.
Dated on April 26, 2006.
B. HUGH BRADLEY
As Clerk of the Court
By: Connie Coker
As Deputy Clerk
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If two men agree on everything,
you may be sure that one of
them is doing the thinking.
-Lyndon B. Johnson

million, $4.46 million, $6.0 million
and $7.15 million.
Asset quality in those years has
been 99.27 percent, 96.23 percent,
98.85 percent, 99.31 percent, 99.51
percent, and 99.42 percent.
For the year 2005 Farm Credit of
Southwest Florida had total assets
of $290.7 million, total liabilities of
$238.9 million, and members' equi-
ty of $51.8 million.
Total interest income in 2005
was. $15.9 million, interest expense
was $9.5 million, net interest
income was $6.4 million, other
income was $5.7 million, expenses
were $4.9 million, and net income
was $7.1 million.
The percent of interest paid by
members refunded in 2005 were
cash, 12.3 percent; allocated equity,
22.8 percent; and total, 35.1 per-
cent.
A major new emphasis of Farm
Credit is for home mortgage loans,
said Knight.

victory raise Contr is hosting
a Weekend re\ivaFrseries. Brother
James Altman and the Glory Road
Singers will lead the services at 7
p.m. Friday and Saturday and 6
p.m. on Sunday.
Everyone is invited to the church
at 132 E. Main St., Bowling Green,
to join in "this Holy Ghost Revival,
to get a blessing and revival in their
spirits.".
Courage is of no value unless
accompanied by justice; yet if
all men became just, there
would be no need for courage.
-Agesilaus II

PHOTO BY JIM KELLY
Tonya Dubberly of Wauchula sang the Star Spangled Banner.

If you have made a mistake, cut your losses as quickly as possible.'
-Bernard M. Baruch'

CASH
$$ REWARD $$
Last Seen: East Bay Street, Wauchula
-7 on Tues., April 11th
Purebred Red Nosed Pitbull
(about 5 mons. old), w/white spot on his
S" nose, green eyes.
Call Virginia at 781-5276
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Look Who 's Coming To

106 N. 6th Avenue 0 Wauchula, FL 33873
773-6565

6miljq

on Thursday,

,5daughler, ~9V~allory

9Vayg 41h

3 pm ( pm
a5s she introduces her new oSummer line
of Iil a jewelry.

1efresbments will be zeroed
ring in this ad to receive an additional
15% off an individual Emihil Ray item.

Eoin us in welcoming

From left are director John Smoak Jr., speaker Lou Heckler, director John Roy Gough, and direc-
tor John Alexander.

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May 4, 2006, The Herald-Advocate 5B

Bowling Green Elementary Held Career Day April 21

PHOTOS BY JIM KELLY
Miles Judah, owner of Pete's Pharmacy, and wife Suzanne
explains how prescription drugs are handled.

Mike lanero, auto service technician with Crown Ford, explains
job.

Wayne Faulkner of W.F. Tree Service shows tools of the trade.

Lt. David Carrier is shown
booth.

with Hardee County Sheriff's Office

Local attorney Candace Preston and real estate agency co-
owner Oralia Flores explain jobs to third, fourth and fifth grade
students who attended Career Day.

Scott Hardcastle of State Farm describes the insurance busi-
ness.

Arcadia Podiatry
Dr. Anthony Spinella
Dr. Doug Finkel
& Dr. Mary Bogen
Complete Foot Care Including:
*Ingrown Nails -Heel Pain
* Bunions Hammer Toes
*X-ray On Site

414 N. Brevard, Hwy 17 N
Fountain Plaza
W5774

Board Certified in Foot Surgery
Medicare Assignment Accepted
494-3478

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GARDEN

James Carpenter explained U.S. Army Reserve program. His
was one of about 27 work/job stations at Career Day at Bowling
Green Elementary School.

Linda Valdez discusses hair dresser/beauty shop operation.

I -WWauchula State Bank

Cheryl Gibson of Wauchula State Bank's Bowling Green office
explains banking jobs.

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Dirt, Sand, Shell, Citrus Tree Removal, Land Clearing,
Building House Pads and Driveways
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Wauchula FL 33873 (863) 781-3342
Office (863) 773-9446 Nextel
Fax (863) 773-3599 158*17*31234
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^ presents

8thAmnual i

Spring Cne 2006

Tuesday, May 9, 2006

First Baptist Church of Wauchula

Instrumental Performance 5-6 PM

Piano/Vocal Performance 7-8 PM

Free! Fun for the whole family!
Students of all ages will be performing on
piano, guitar, violin, and wind instruments.
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P#- Corner of 7th & Hogan
(Behind Panda Restaurant)

SOD
BY THE PIECE, PALLET OR HALF PALLET
Bahia $.75 per piece
Floratam $1.00 per piece
Classic (Shade Tolerant) $1.25 per piece
Also: Red Mulch Cypress Mulch Topsoil *
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Mon. thru Fri. 12:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m.
Sat. 8:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Sun.CLOSED

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REAL ESTATE 773-5994

New Listing: Beautiful 4BR/2BA Double Wide MH on 11/4 AC. Porch
built across back. This is a must see $136,500.
Beautiful homesite. You can hide away in this approx. 24 acres of
wooded property with creek and Oak hammock. Fenced and cross
fenced. $20,000 acre.
Very lovely h oe in Suset Park 3 BR/2BA. Ap 2049 sq. ft. Ready to
move into. iX)OflW iDt lelgrlc3 i egt ihLrhood.
$185,000.
Approximately 40 acres. Call for information n.
10 acres prime property close to Wauchula. $23,000 Reduced to
$21,500 per acre.
3BR/1BA. Ver o "D l CgWae C 4apt 4 -es, vinyl sid-
ing with metal'QU o '1

We Have Buyers!

We Need Listings!

Topsy See, broker Vanette See, associate
Or email us at: TSEEREALESTATE@yahoo.com 5:4c

Very motivated sellers! 3 BR/2 BA cedar home on approximately 1.52 acres
within 1 mile of town. Beautiful home with many upgrades. Recently
repainted. Country living close to town. Only $285,000.
215 acres of grove, 37 wooded acres and two 3BR/2BA homes each on 6
acres of cleared land. The possibilities are endless for this 264 acres!! Call
our office for details!
13.83 acres of grove and house. This great property comes with an
adorable 1 or 2 bedroom, 1 1/2BA frame house and pole barns. Don't wait
to see this, call Tanya Dubberly today. Asking only $375,000.
3,242 ac. of prime development property located in Manatee County, with
3.7 miles of paved road frontage and over 3 miles along the Myakka River.
This property already has two single family homes, equipment barns, cow
pens and six wells with diesel power units! Will sell in 2 tracts! Call Bruce
Shackelford for details!
2,060 ac SR 70 Manatee County ranch/development property. Over 85%
uplands. Two small houses, packinghouse with cold storage. Call Ben
Gibson for details.
83 ac. close to golf course and town. Frontage on two County roads.
Currently zoned FR-1. $20,000 per acre.
4.8 Acres close to town. Beautiful homesite located in a new subdivision.
Don't miss a chance to own the last parcel available in this area. Now only'
$91,000.
Good home sites on paved road! Three 5-ac. tracts on Parnell Road. Listed
for $19,500 per acre!
37 acres in Polk County Approximately 700 feet on Lake Lizzie. 2400
feet of paved road frontage and 30 acres of citrus. One 8" well and one 6"
well. Asking $1,100,000.

Highlands County! We have listings! Call John Gross for more information!
WE WANT YOUR LISTINGS!
CALL OUR OFFICE TODAY!
www.jimseerealty.com
James V. See, Jr., Broker James V. See, Sr., Broker

Sales Associates
12 (after hours)
Mary Rollins (863) 781-9495 Robert Jones (863) 781-1423
Ben Gibson (941) 737-2800 John H. Gross (863) 273-1017
Joseph F. Smith (863) 781-1851 Tanya Dubberly (863) 781-3069
Bruce E. Shackelford (941) 725-1358
We are a member of the Wauchula Board of Realtors and Multiple Listing
Service, and can service other Realtors' listings. c15:4c

HORSE QUALITY HAY, square bales,
$3.75. 781-0124 or 735-1375.
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2 KENMORE UPRIGHT freezers, $50
ea.; 2 microwaves, $20 ea.; utility
fridge, $35. 781-4435. 5:4p

DODGE RAM 2001, 5.9, 4x4, quad
cab, 80,000 miles, $11,500. '99 CHEVY
S-10 Blazer, 4-door, V6, auto, loaded,
92,000 miles, $5,550. 767-6468.
4:27-5:4p
2003 SUZUKI BANDIT, still new, only
550 miles, includes jacket & helmet,
$5,000. Call Al @ 863-773-4653 or
863-773-4168. 4:13-5:11 p

509 Peace Dr., 2/1. H/A, nice lot. $80,000.
15 acre grove, irrigated, tiled, Rhyme Road, $300,000.
319 SE 7th St., Ft. Meade, large lot, 3/2 with air, like new, $165,000.
421 Grape St. BG 3/1, central H/A, CB $65,000.
309 Illinois Ave. Large frame home. 4/2. Large lot. $67,500.
1 acre in Ona with 1/2 zoned C-1 includes 3 rental houses at $900 per
month. $140,000.
Vacant corner lot. 62x175, located on West Main St.,-Wauchula. In the
downtown Historical district, building ready. $175,000.
Commercial lot, 75x169, with rental home in Ona $69,500.
5 acres Prime location. Vandolah Rd and Dink Albritton Rd. $110,000.
22 acres MOL Grove, deep well, corner of Barlow Rd. and S.R. 64E.
WIMH.

18.9 ac. rt. ureen, ..-2 zLoning, rwy oz frontage, irame nome inci., $5uu,uu.
Whistler Woods 3.87 ac. homesite, oaks, deed restricted, small private
secluded community. $116,500
Commercial Aubumdale-3.69 ac. with 35,800 sq. ft. bldg.with new metal
roof. Visible from Havendale Blvd., large paved parking area. $1.5 million.
Commercial 4 Lots Hwy 17 $225,000. Bowling Green.
37 ac.- 1/2 pasture, 1/2 Hamlin on Swingle, micro irrigation. $14,000 per ac.
160 ac. total. 120 ac. citrus and 40 ac. in oak woods. 2 wells w/microjet. Lots of
road fmtg. $14,000 per ac.
40 ac. I Ei t, teatI a ountertop in

57 ac. totl. 38'.c citrus w/2wells, microjei and 19 ac. in woods $14,000 per ac.
75 ac. total w/55 ac. citrus, deep well, microjet, Ft. Green area, $1,000,000.
21 ac. citrus, mostly Valencia, well w/irrig. Ft. Green area, $15,000 per ac.
40 ac. citrus, well, microjet, Sweetwater area, hard road frontage, can divide,
$21,000 per ac.
106 ac. on Hwy 64, over 2750 ft. of frontage, Lemon Grove area, deep well,
2 frame houses, $3,180,000. c15:4c

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(863) 773-212
REALTORS
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JOE L. DAVIS,.
EALTOR JOHN H. O'NE)

Rick Knight
See more listings at www.joeldavis.com
REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS

2 BR, iomein
Charlie eE ttl'Appliances
included.,4A l IU nl g
4 BR, 2 bath home in Golfview with
2457 living SF. New A/C, 1 yr old
roof, in ground screened pool, land-
scaped yard, and appliances.
$250,000!
20 ac. Hamlin grove between Avon
Park & Wauchula. Mostly young
trees, increasing in production with
micro-jet irrigation. $260,000!
Serene beautiful homesites in the
country await you! One 5 ac. par-
cel is cleared & pasture, listed for
$99,000. An adjacent 9.47 ac. par-
cel has a small lake (complete with
ducks) and 4" diameter well, listed
for $189,000. Seller will consider
assistance with buyer closing costs.
3 BR, 2 bath, CB home with 1876
SF on 2.5 cleared acs. Security sys-
tem, all appliances, large yard shed
included. $195,000!
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 your home.$60,000!
Beautiful 10 ac. homesite, pasture,
woods on paved road. $180,000!
18 acs. prime development. South
side of Bowling Green. Future land
use is Highway Mixed Use.
$622,000!

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pool o IcsJ, Ft rel 1 area.
Being suid as is C3MT today.
$135,000!
Ready for your new home! Three
5 acre tracts in western Hardee
Co. Asking $100,000 each! Make
your offer today. Owners motivat-
ed!
Take part and locate your business
in this growing commercial area!
450' on North Florida Ave. Zoned
commercial. $360,000!
20 acs. in western Hardee Co.
Beautiful homesite with a lake view.
$220,000. Deed Restrictions.
Experience native Florida with this
23 ac. parcel east of Zolfo Springs!
Road frontage on three sides and
plenty of trees make this property
attractive. Only $276,000!
Older n I in MRichula.
Renta s- .c8- E l Ave.
$50,000!
3 BR, 1 bath CB home in Wauchula
on Orange St. Convenient location.
$120,000!
CB home. 4 BR, 2 bath on Saunders
St in Wauchula. $99,000!
Older alelvithBMT roof in
Wauch l ilLa dfl~ 312 N
9th Ave. $45,000!

REALTOR ASSOCIATES AFTER HOURS
S..........781-0153 DAVID ROYAL................781
............773-2472 SANDY LARRISON.........832
............773-9609 MIKE NICHOLSON

U.S. HIGHWAY 17 SOUTH, WAUCHULA, FL 33873

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'96 PLYYMOUTH Breeze,, 4-door,
black, 5-speed, $2,400. 245-6952, 7
p.m. 9 p.m. 5:4p
4 TIRES P195/70R14 w/rims, $250
OBO. 781-0846. 5:4p

'04 WAVERUNNER 800, $7,000 trailer
included. (863) 287-7270. 5:4p
14 FOOT ALUMINUM boat with drive
on trailer, $450. 773-6497. 4:27-5:4p

GROVE CARE WORKER wanted. Must
have driver's license and vehicle,
good work attitude. Gas allowance
and payed vacation. Call Mark @ 781-
0384. 4:27-5:4c
PERSON FOR GENERAL repair and
maintenance of trucks, trailers, trac-
tors and general farm machinery.
Fabrication a plus. Wages negotiable
depending on experience. Apply at
Buckhorn Nursery, 475 Lambert Rd.,
Zolfo Springs. (863) 773-6662.
4:27-5:4c

Childcare Coordinator Must have 40-hour
Childcare state mandated course, CPR & First Aid, & exp
working w/children in large group setting. Free Y
Membership. Apply in person to the Hardee County
YMCA, 610 W. Orange St., Wauchula 33873 or call
863-773-6445. EOE/Drug Free Workplace c05:4c

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COMMITTED TO YOUR MORTGAGE NEEDS
RUTH "RUTHY" CRESPO
MORTGAGE BROKER
R.CRESPO@REFLECTIONMORTGAGE.COM
CELL(863)245-1112 OFFICE(239)573-4223 FAX(239)573-4336
1617 SANTA BARBARA BLVD.
CAPE CORAL, FL 33991
RONDA SMITH & ASSOCIATES
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Realtor

220 N. 6th Avenue
Wauchula, Florida 33873
(863) 773-3337 Fax: (863) 773-0144 .
www.floresrealty.net John Freeman

SPECIAL OF THE WEEK
REDUCED 2BR/1BA, 1,024 sq. ft. heated,
Central Air & Heat in Wauchula with nice privacy
fence. Good starter home. Asking $115,000.00.

Duplex in Zolfo Springs Great
investment opportunity, 4BR/2BA
total & Central Air & Heat. Asking
$138,000.
Move Back to the Country -
3BR/2BA 2005 Doublewide Mobile
Home on 5 Acres in Zolfo Springs.
Large front & back porch, pond,
horse stalls and a small workshop.
Call our office today for all the
details. Being Offered At:
$179,900.00.
Great Home for a Great Price -
Nice home for a large family 4BR +
Den/2BA, 1,892 sq. ft. heated with
in ground pool, 2 sheds, open area
in rear, some private and chainlink
fencing on 2.5 Acres. 1/3 mile
from Lake Hendry. Located 6 miles
east of Ft. Meade, Florida.
MLS#183867 $249,000.
Spacious Home + Acreage -
3BR/2BA, 2 Car Garage Large
Home with large pole barn and a
fishing pond. New Carpet & New
Paint. Plenty of room for enjoying
a country lifestyle within a bike
ride to town. MSL#184963 Asking
$485,000.
New Lisiting Brand New 2006
Doublewide 3BR/2BA, Fireplace,
Very Nice Kitchen Cabinets and
Countertops, Big back yard with
oak trees on paved road. Call us for
all the details.
Brand New Home on Beautiful
Land 3BR/2BA, 2,000 sq. ft. of
living area, Central Air & Heat,
Fireplace, Beautiful Kitchen with
plenty of cabinet and counter
space. Home is on 4.81 acres with
two ponds, Great country setting.
Home is still under construction.
Call today for more details. Asking
$332,500.00.
REDUCED Wauchula Hills
Special 3BR/2BA 2002 DW,
Spacious kitchen with skylight,
covered carport. Home has been
well maintained and is ready for
new owners. $79,00.00.

Beautiful Family Home -
3BR/2BA 2 Story brick home in
Riverview. This home is in immac-
ulate condition and ready for it's
new owners. Screened back and
front porch, 1,966 sq. ft. of living
area. Being offered at $179,900.00.
MLS#178258

Great Possibilities 9.5 Acres in
Bowling Green with an older frame
home 1BR/1BA and a singlewide
3BR/2BA. Use it as an investment
for now and build your dream
home later. MLS#183008 Asking
$225,000.00.
Nice 2002 DW 3BR/2BA, 1,296
sq. ft. on 1 AC in Fort Green.
Asking $96,000.
Spacious Home 3BR/2BA CB
home with 2 efficiencies great for
live in mom, dad or college student.
Each efficiency has a bedroom,
bath, kitchen, living area and AC.
What more could you ask for.
Home is on large corner lot with
well maintained landscaping.
MLS#179845 Asking $250,000.
Quiet Country Setting Good
Starter Mobile Home or
Investment 2BR/2BA 1992
Singlewide Mobile Home on 1
Acres could also be a great future
homesite. Call for more details.
$65,000.00.
120 Acres Premium Grove and
Pasture Land Property located
in southeastern Hardee County.
Great homesite or ranch location.
Improved land all fenced in with
well maintained drainage. Being
offered at $2,415,740.00.
146 Acres for $5,500 An Acre -
Beautiful land in Ft. Meade near
Lake Buffin area.
Come and Take a Look at this
Beautiful Property 3BR/2BA
CB home with approximately
2,200 sq. ft. of living area and a 2
car garage. Located just west of
Wauchula on 10 acres. Close to
schools, shopping and downtown.
Home has new roof, new insula-
tion, new stucco and fresh paint.
Take a look at it today call for your
appointment. Asking $469,900.
REDUCED Old Florida at it's Best
- Spacious secluded home located
off Murphy Road in South Western
Hardee County. 7.5 acres sur-
rounded by Florida Native wood-
lands, Stock Pond, several out-
buildings and uniquely built dog
pens. This is definitely a MUST
SEE TO APPRECIATE. ALL
THIS FOR ONLY $379,900.00.
Land Listing in Zolfo Springs 5
acres fronting Sasser Road with
pond. Great for residential con-
struction or mobile home.
REDUCED $89,000.00.

* Whether you're buying or selling. The professionals at Flores &
Flores, Inc. will be happy to assist you. Let one of our associates
help make your Real Estate Dreams come true. *

*AII of our properties are on our website at www.floresrealty.net

WE BUY LOTS ANYWHERE IN
HARDEE COUNTY TOP PRICE CASH.
QUICK CLOSINGS.
.,., WE BUY HOUSES FAST CLOSINGS
Contact After Hours
O.R. (Tony) Flores, Broker, tony@floresrealty.net
Oralia D. Flores, Broker, orallia@floresrealty.net
After hours 863-773-2840
Noey Adam Flores (863) 781-4585 John Freeman (863) 773-614'
Amanda Mishoe (863) 781-3587 Steve Lanier (863) 559-9392
Lisa Douglas (863) 781-3247 Jessie Sambrano (863) 245-6891
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Classifieds

-HEARTLAND AREA 175 acres of
grove. Looking for an experienced
grove manager willing to make day to
day decisions as well as working in
the grove. Knowledge of running and
maintaining equipment is a must.
Working hours are 40 to 50 a week.
Salary according to experience. Must
have valid drivers license. EOP/DFWP.
Send resume to The Herald-Advocate,
Box K, P.O. Box 338, Wauchula, FL
33873. 5:4tfc

HELP WANTED: PART-TIME with retail
merchandiser, large greeting card
company is seeking merchandiser for
local Wauchula area, 10-15 daytime
hours/week, $7.50/hour, please visit
website www.hiringedge.com or call
1-800-373-3636, voice mail 99034. Job
code: 116315. 4:28-5:4p
EXPERIENCED CARPENTER, compet-
itive pay, full time. (863) 832-0508.
5:4c

BOOKKEEPER FT needed for 79 bed skilled nursing
facility. Must be computer.literate and have prior bookkeeping
experience. Medicare and Medicaid billing experience a must.
Apply in person or fax resume to:
Hardee Manor Care Center
401 Orange Place
Wauchula, FL 33873
PH: 863-773-3231 Fax: 863-773-0959 cl5:4c

HELP WANTED
Bowling Green Youth Academy is currently seeking
Direct Care Workers to provide supervision of
female youth 12-18 years of age.
Salary is based on experience.
Applications are available at the facility
or you can send a resume to
PO Box 369 Bowling Green, FL 33834.
(863) 375-2000 ext. 221
Fax (863) 375-9929 cl4:27-5:18c

SECRETARY NEEDED: 4 days a week,
some computer skills. Apply at Auto
Restoration Depot, 122 S. 8th Ave.,
Wauchula, M-F, 8 a.m. 5 p.m. 5:4p
PERSON WITH good communication
skills, computer skills, some book-
keeping knowledge, and overall great
personality! Bilingual a+, must be
willing to work on Saturday every
other week. Please send resume to:
P.O. Box 873, Wauchula, FL 33873.
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SUBWAY NOW HIRING Must be
available anytime. Apply Monday thru
Friday, 8 a.m. -11 a.m., 2 p.m. 4 p.m.
Ask for Dee. 4:27-5:4c
DRIVER DELIVERY truck for orna-
mental nursery, $12 per hour, CDL.
Apply at Peace River Growers, 3521
N. Nursery Rd., Zolfo Springs.
4:27-5:4c
WOMAN TO WORK with developmen-
tally disabled women. 767-0374.
5:4-11p

BOOKKEEPER POSITION
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE ACCOUNTS PAYABLE,
PAYROLL

Knowledge of Peach Tree a plus!
Excellent Salary & Benefits package

Fax resume to 863-735-0355
Attn: Samantha
5:4,11p

Help Wanted
Need
packinghouse
laborers.
Call Martin at:
863-767-9673 >
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CNA's NEEDED 40 hr/wk. Mon.-Fri.
8:00 to 4:30. Must have dependable
transportation. Mileage reimburse-
ment and other benefits available.
Apply at HOPE of Hardee County, 310
N. 8th Ave., Wauchula. 773-2022. EOE,
DFWP. 3:16-5:18c
SE NECESITA una persona para tra-,
bajar en el cuidado de huerta. Se
exige tender licencia de manejar,
Vehiculo; y buena actitud. Se pagara
salario de gas y vacaciones pagodas.
Por favor de lamar a Mark 781-0384.
4:27-5:4c
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

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE
1996 PONT
VIN: 1G2NE12T3TM524801
8:00A.M., MAY 18,2006
CLIFF'S WRECKER SERVICE
1071 HWY. 17 N WAUCHULA, FL
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RECEPTIONIST/OPTICIAN/TECH
needed for medical office in
Wauchula. Looking for energetic,
dependable, detail oriented person.
Bilingual a plus. Please mail resume
to: P.O. Box 1648, Avon Park, FL 33825
or fax 863-452-1462. Attn: Personnel.
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BEAUTIFUL 3 BR/2 BA CB home in
great neighborhood. Built in 2001 with
a large screened porch on an acre lot.
Includes appliances and a bonus stor-
age shed, $199,000. Call for appoint-
ment. 863-781-2875. 5:4p
4 BR/2.5 Bth. block in town, close to
schools, completely remodeled, tile
and lamante with new 7 person
jacuzzi. 767-1889 or 781-0601.
4:6-5:4p

2 QUARTER HORSES; 3 adult cows; 1
adult bull; 1 adolescent bull; 3 calves.
245-9773 or 245-9165. 5:4p

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Perfect location close to lton off Popash Road! 2,514 total SF, 3 BR, 2 bath, open split floor plan,
cathedral ceiling in great room, CBS/stucco home on 5 beautiful acres! Lots of old oaks! Established
grass and partially fenced for horse or cattle. Deed restricted. Shown by appointment only. Call Mary
Rollins to see! Listed at just $310,000!
JIM SEE REALTY, INC.
REALTOR
r 206 N. 6TH"AVENUE 1
WAUCHULA, FL 33873
Day (863) 773-0060 Night (863) 781-9495
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REALTY INC.
402 South 6th Avenue
Wauchula, FL 33873

OWNER VERY MOTIVATED! 2677 sq. ft. stucco
home, recently renovated; 3B/2Bth, inside utility,
and fireplace, perfect location for walking to school
and shopping. Make an offer today!
MAKE AN OFFER on this 4B/1.5Bth home, inside util-
ity, garage; located in family neighborhood. Listed at
$160,000.
OWNER MOTIVATED! 17 Acres and lovely 3B/2Bth
Brick home; beautiful ceramic tile floors, fireplace,
large kitchen and much more; entrance has satellite
gate and alarm system. $465,000.
MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE! This home is move-in
ready, 3B/2Bth 1838 sq. ft. home featuring
carpet/ceramic tile floors, some furniture included in
sale; nice yard with automatic sprinkler system; new
roof; metal storage and boat sheds. $175,000.
GREAT LOCATION WITH PLENTY OF SPACE!!
4B/2Bth home on 2.5 lots, 3397 sq. ft., 2 fireplaces, large
rooms including family, dining, living and 2 utility
rooms; 12x15 workshop with electricity. Make an
appointment to see! $250,000.
LOCATION! LOCATION! Just outside of town this 3
or possible 4B/2Bth C/B home is situated on .9 acre in
great neighborhood; new kitchen dining room, living
room, family room with wood burning fireplace.
$265,000.
MAKE AN OFFER TODAY! Close to town but in the
country, 3B/lBth, C/B home on 1 acre. Listed at
$115,000.
A PERFECT PLACE! 15 Acres just outside of town
with 3B/2Bth CB home, plus a large, vinyl siding, 80x80
barn with 4 horse stalls, 2 roll up doors, 2 pole barns,
property is fenced and has many extras Call today to
see! $450,000.
WESTERN HARDEE 15 acres cleared pasture with
small barn and 3B/1Bth home; large oaks, paved road
frontage. $400,000.

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SERVICE YOU (
DORIS S. LAMBERT, G.R.I., Broker
ASSOCIATE: DELOIS JOHNSON.............773-9743
ASSOCIATE: MIKEY COLDING..............781-1698
ASSOCIATE: CHARLOTTE TERRELL...781-6971

Bus. (863) 773-0007
Fax: (863) 773-0038
www.lambertrealty.net

Doris Lambert
WHAT A STEAL! 3B/1Bth home in Ft. Meade Area, *
inside utility and storage, fenced back yard, sprinkler
system; located in great neighborhood. $105,000.
LOOKING FOR VALUE? This 3B/2Bth home comes
with some furniture, 12x20 concrete floored workshop
with electricity and water, nice lot with plenty of fruit
trees. See today! $126,000.
NEW LISTING! 2B/1Bth M/H; 1320 sq.ft., central
IH/A, inside utility, screened porch, patio; outside stor-
age. $58,000.
PEACE RIVER ACCESS! 2B/1Bth M/H, recently
remodeled, located on nice, large lot; storage shed.
Listed at $50,000.
PASTURE LAND 6 ACRES, road frontage; large
oaks, fruit trees, one acre pond and 4" well; beautiful
homesite or weekend retreat! $110,000.
GREAT HOMESITES! 15 acres in beautiful location.
Call for details. $17,500 per acre.
EXCELLENT PASTURELAND! 20.3 acres, two ponds,
fenced and cross fenced. Call for details!
40 Acres of native pasture; paved road frontage; nice
scattered oaks. $800,000.
PERFECT FOR INVESTORS! 120 acres located in
eastern Hardee County. Call today for details.
10 Acres in Duette Area; property is fenced and has an
8" well. Call for details.
GREAT LOCATION FOR BUILDING! 4 Acres with 2
wells, electrical hookup, septic tank, fenced on 3 sides -
ready for new construction or mobile home. $90,000.
JUST LISTED IDEAL HOMESITES! One 5 acre
tract @ $90,000 and One 9.50 acre tract @ $171,000
high and dry; on county maintained road; two 2" wells.
Western Hardee County 5 acres cleared with 6" well;
convenient location. $100,000.
Commercial lot, Highway 17, busy location. $75,000.
STATE ROAD 66 Commercial corner lot and 1200 sq.
ft. building. Listed at $175,000.
4 ACRES OF COMMERCIAL property plus suite of
offices, fruit scales, outdoor workshop/shed, fenced;
located just outside of city limits. $198,500.
LOCATE YOUR BUSINESS on HIGHWAY 62; 10
Acres with road frontage Zoned 1-2; office space and
service shop. Call for details!
CAN COUNT ON --
KENNETH A. LAMBERT, Broker
ASSOCIATE: MICHAEL ADAMS ......781-2413
ASSOCIATE: DAVID McCLINTOCK.781-1226
ASSOCIATE: RHODA McCOY............781-7230 REALTOR
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14' YOUNG two horse slant dressing
room, $3,500. 18' car hauler/flatbed,
$1,850. 767-6468. 4:27-5:4p
WANTED: PASTURE for 4 horses-
lease rent. 30-40 acres with water
supply, shade, good fencing. Can
share with cattle/horses. Well
behaved, won't damage property/-
fence. Not big eaters. 941-223-8863 or
941-223-8862. 4:27-5:25p

ANGUS BULL 3/4 grown, redish pur-
ple, tag #34, N. Nursery Rd., Zolfo
Springs. 863-227-227-2264. 4:6-5:4p

STORAGE LOT will store your mobile
homes, RVs, trailers. 767-8822. 2:9tfc

6 4x12 EMERSON utility trailers,
$900, call 773-6169 after 5. Two cast
iron candle holders floor model. 5:4p
55 GALLON FISH TANK with cabinet
stand with matching canopy top, very
nice, $350. Also Lincoln electric
welder $350. Call anytime (863) 245-
1636. 5:4p
BUSINESS FOR SALE: Brite-Way
Sandblasting, 185 John Deere com-
pressor, 600 lb. pot, air cond. hood, all
hoses, ready to blast and paint. 10
years of contacts in Hardee,
Highlands and DeSoto. Great busi-
ness and income for young man. Will
train new owner, $10,000. Call 863-
781-2457. 5:4p
DRYER, $50; Little Tyke's desk, $20;
baby swing, $10. 863-781-5063. 5:4p
ALUMINUM PANS 9 ft. for carports.
Windowed room, 8x12 will take down
for you. 767-8822. 4:27-5:4c

MOVING SALE: Several propane
tanks, 30 Ib, 7.5 gallons; less than one.
year. old, $50 each. (863) 781-7798,
(863) 781-7296. ALSO misc. RV items.
4:27-5:4p
ANTIQUE SALE Booth 24 at Jolies
on Main 30% of all items. 4:6-5:4p
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE
Notice is hereby given that on 05/15/06
at 10:30 am the following vehicles will
be sold for towing and storage charges:
Year:94 Make: CHEV Model: 2D
VIN#: 1G1JC144XR7298875. Sale to
be held at: ROBERTS TOWING 377 OLD
DIXIE Hwy BOWLING GREEN, FL. 33834.
Roberts Towing reserves the right to
bid. cl5:4c

2005 3 BEDROOM, 2 bath, 16x80 ft.
detached garage, inground pool
15x30 ft., $82,000. 735-0411 or 781-
4959. 5:4p

STAFFORDSHIRE BULL Terrier pup-
pies, short/stocky, fawn & brindle,
AKC registered, parents on premises.
(863) 781-6590. 5:4-6:1 p
BABY DUCKS, $3; Bunnies, $9; female
American Bulldog, $25. 781-6785.
5:4p
FOUND: Small female Cur, brown &
white w/white head. 735-0479. 5:4nc
FREE KITTEN. 767-8822. 4:27-5:4c

Help Wanted
C.N.A.'s FT OR PT (3-11 PM or 11 PM 7 AM ONLY)
Caring, dependable and reliable C.N.A.'s needed
for a 79 bed SNF. If you fit this profile and enjoy
working with the elderly, COME JOIN THE
HARDEE MANOR HEALTHCARE TEAM.
NEW NURSING MANAGEMENT.
Apply in person or call
Hardee Manor Healthcare Center
401 Orange Place
:. W Wauchula, FL 33873
PH: 863-773-3231
Fax: 863-773-0959 ,,:c

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.
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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.
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It is not only fine feathers that
make fine birds.
Administrative
CLERK
Full-Time, Mon-Fri
Provide support to mental
health professionals at either
of our correctional facilities
located in Arcadia or Bowling
Green.
*Must have basic computer &
clerical skills.
*Excellent pay & benefits
including 28 paid days
off/year plus 6 paid holidays.
Call Cathy @ 800-566-1291.
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BEAGLES one female, three males,
vet checked, 10 wks. old, tri-color.
Call Hugh 445-3330. 4:20-5:18p
WE ARE LOOKING for go6d homes
for 2 mixed breed puppies: adoption,
Includes 1st shots & worming, $10-
each. Contact All Creatures Animal"
Hospital: 773-9215 or stop by and see.
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Servicios Miscelaneos-Misc. Services
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501 N. 7th Ave./P.O. Box 565 426 S. Brevard Ave.
Wauchula, FL 33873 Arcadia, FL 34266
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Affordable Health & Life Insurance
Affordable Rates Your Choice of Doctors
No Pre-Certification and Hospitals
Requirements Choice of Deductibles
24-hour on-and-off-the Family Coverage
job coverage
Alliance For Affordable Services

Carol Jackson
Field Service Rep. ID # 122502

Billy Ayers
Tire Technician

Cell: 941-815-5169 5
Home: 941-625-8587 1

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 and 401-K.
Apply in person 1340 Highway 17 North
Wauchula, FL 33873
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FAX (863) 773-2173

Donna Steffens, Associate 781
Jerry Carlton, Associate 375
Richard Dasher, Associate 773
Dane Hendry, Associate 381

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WHAT'S MY LINE? I'm an affordable 2-bedroom/I-bath
home in Bowling Green. The price has been reduced to
$62,000. For true identity, call 773-2122.
LOVE THAT TRAFFIC! Commercial property with
frontage on Hwy. 17. The city Is growing in the direction
of Dixie Hwy. Make your best call yet! $275,000.
DOGGONE GOOD DEAL! This 3-bedroom/2-bath home
Includes a yard for a dog to run and a privacy fence,
plus a large, screened front porch. All this for a pet
friendly price of just $179,900. Call for more frisky facts!
THREE-BEDROOM/ONE-BATh HOME. It is located in
Bowling Green. It has a new roof and an enticing price
of $77,900.
NOTHING SPARED. Best of everything has gone into
this compelling 3-bedroom/2-bath home in Knollwood.
This immaculate home has tile floors, a large family
room, and a large yard to go with it. Only thing missing
is you and your family! Call to complete the picture!
$225,000.
TWO BEDROOM/ONE BATH HOME. Comes with 2.5
acres. Call 773-2122 for more details. $200,000.
DO YOU NEED LAND? I have a 6.6-acre tract that is just
right for you! $105,000.

WE LOVE YOU MOM! And we know youti love this invit-'
ing 20-acres. It also includes an older mobilehome. The
scenery consists of oak trees to hang your hammock
and relax. There's more! Call for more details! $375,000.
BUSINESS NEWS COVER STORY Did'ya hear about this
family restaurant. The restaurant comes fully furnished
and the goodwill. Don't miss out on this business oppori'
unity! $325,000.
NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY If you've never bought a
home, this 2-bedroom/2-bath mobile home is the one to:
buy! The mobile home is located on two lots. Terms,:
price, and location all say call 773-2122 how! $110,000.
PRICE REDUCED! 4-bedroom/2-bath home on 5,acres.
Owner is motivated to sell! Buy it now for only $175,000.
GREEN ACRES INDEED! There's room enough to grow
and then some with this 5-acre 'tract. It could be a -home
site or a small pasture or whatever you want. Plan some-
thing big! $80,000.
COMPLETELY REMODELED. 3-bedroom/2-bath home.
$144,900.
COMMERCIAL LOT IN THE CITY. Great location within
the city limits in Zolfo Springs. 100 x 155. Act fast!
$35,000.

working career minded people,
with a will to succeed.

Candidates must possess the qualities of:
Professionalism
Great Personality
Honesty
Self-motivation

We offer salary plus commission
and a benefits package:
*Health Life*
*401 K*Bonus Plan*Paid Vacation*

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See Kevin Hanchey or Mark Faye

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MOM WILL NEVER FORGET THIS MOTHER'S DAY
If you buy her a 5-acre tract. She could build her an elegant home to relax in.
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Citrus Removal Land Clearing
backhoe Work
Pond Digging Ditch Cleaning
Drivewas P pebble Rock, etc.

Shawn Rimes
(863) 781-0412
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Office Ph: 375-3113

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Classifieds

SPRING LANDSCAPING SALE: Pine
bark nuggets, $14 per cubic yard; red
mulch, $18 per cubic yard. Pickup
truck load minimum. All prices F.O.B.
Florida Fence Post Company, Ona,
FL. 863-735-1361. 5:4-25c

FARM FRESH EGGS 228 Airport Rd.,
Wauchula. 773-3168. 5:4-11 p

OWNER WILL FINANCE Lots DeSoto
County and North Port. No credit
check and no bank needed. (941) 358-
5325. 5:4-18p
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY, 3309 Hwy.
17 N., BG. 1.76 ac., 4 units, $398,900
OBO. Call Ruthy (863) 245-1112.
5:4-6:1 p
DESOTO COUNTY 5 acres on paved
roads, $150,000. HARDEE COUNTY -
1' acre on SR 64, $39,900. www.land-
callnow.com 1-941-778-7980/7565.
4:27-6:15c
DESOTO COUNTY 80 acres will split.
$20,000 per acre. www.landcall-
now.com 1-941-778-7980/7565.
4:27-6:15c
TWO 1/4 acre lots, Charlie Creek
MHP, $15,000 each, 781-3004.
4:27-5:25p
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR
SALE: 4 units, 1.76 acres, corner Hwy
17 and Old Dixie Hwy., BG, $375,000.
Call Ruthy (863) 245-1112. 4:20-5:18p

35'FLEETWOOD PROWLER 767-8822.
4:20tfc

'96 FLEETWOOD TERRY fifth wheel,
32.5', sleeps six, AC/Heat, lots of stor-
age, full service kitchen and bath,
ADCO cover. Must see. $11,500 OBO.
735-0063. 5:4p

RV FOR SALE 767-8822. 3:2tfc

WAREHOUSES, SEVERAL DIFFER-
ENT sizes. Jack Ullrich Warehouses.
773-6448. 5:4c
2 BR/ 1 B APARTMENT, $650 month,
1st, last plus deposit required. 773-
0100. 5:4tfc
OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE: 1,000 sq.
feet. Brand new office with highway
frontage will be available for rent this
summer. Call 781-4068 for more infor-
mation. 5:4c
MENTALLY CHALLENGED female
needs room mate. Must be female and
can do own personal hygiene.
Inquire: Roommate, P.O. Box 1829,
Wauchula, FL 33873. 4:13-5:11p
COMMERCIAL, manufacturing, indus-
trial, offices, many locations, parking.
773-6616 773-2179 370-2393.
4:13-5:11p
6 BEDROOM Apts., Espanol 773-2179
or 370-2393, English 773-6616, $450
week. 4:13-5:11 p
3 BED/ 2 BATH mobile $700 mo. +
deposit. No pets, close to schools.
Citrus Valley Mobile Home Pk. 863-
698-4910. 4:13-5:11 p
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE
1995 SATURN
VIN: 1G8ZH5286SZ238122
8:00A.M., MAY 18, 2006
CLIFF'S WRECKER SERVICE
1071 HWY. 17 N WAUCHULA, FL
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DREDGE OPERATOR needed F/T for SMR
Aggregates mining company to run dredge and
pump systems to feed shell plant. Must be capa-
ble of maintain 300 TPH and feed to Shell Plant.
Email resumes to human.resources@smr-
ranch.com attn. HR, or apply in person at 6215
Lorraine Road, Bradenton, 34202.
EOE Drug Free c15:4c

o RE-OPEN

EveryTriday, saturday,
Sunday
*Restrooms
*Water
*.Electric

Bowling Green Flea market

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ADULT PARK Crystal Lake. We have
RVs for sale and rent. Some can be
moved. 767-8822. 3:16tfc
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

B SEE
SOUND
PRO-AUDIO for any event. 773-6375.
www.bseesound.com. 2:16-5:25p
C&P CONSTRUCTION. Demolition, fill
dirt, tree removal, stump removal,
dragline, track hoe, land clearing,
shell, clay, top soil, loader, bulldozer,
dump trucks. 735-2415. 1:19tfc
CENTRAL PUMP & IRRIGATION, INC.,
(863) 773-6259. Services include aer-
ators, house pumps, new installation
& repair on yard systems. 5:26tfc
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. dh
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NEED A WELL OR HAVE PUMP
TROUBLE? CALL
ULLRICH'S PITCHER PUMP
For complete well, sales, service and
installation, call (863) 773-6448.
7:18tfc

PAINTING AND WALLPAPERING,
spraying, pressure washing, free esti-
mates, texturislrig ceilings. Don
Johnson 773-3168. 5:4-11 p
D.C. PHONE SERVICE Residential
and small business Installation and
repair. Specializing In mobile homes,
computer wiring, 35 years experience.
773-9179. 4:27-6:29p
BABYSITTING IN MY home. Lots of
experience. Mon. Sat., 6:30 a.m. -
6:30 p.m. 375-9995. 4:27-5:4p
DISCING, MOWING, hauling, tractor
service. 781-3141, 735-0140 leave
message. 4:13-5:18p
ALUMINUM CONSTRUCTION Car-
ports, screen rooms, additions, pool
cages. Harold Howze Construction.
735-1158. 4:6-6:22p
LAWN CARE & LANDSCAPE service.
Commercial and residential, insured,
locally owned and operated. Free
Estimates. Call My Florida Landscape
Service 863-832-2102. 4:6-6:8p
HANDYMAN FREE ESTIMATES.
Remodeling, decks, flooring, tile,
doors, windows. No job too small!
David Newcomb & Son. Lic.#0967.
David Sr., (863) 781-6479; David Jr.,
(863) 781-3139; home, (863) 375-
2526. Call anytime. 5:4-6:1p
LET US PICK up junk cars out of your
yard. Will buy old farm tractors.
Crooms- 773-0637. 2:24tfc
DO YOU HAVE a problem with drugs?
Narcotics Anonymous meets Monday
nights 7 p.m. at St. Michael's
Catholic Church, Heard Bridge Rd.,
Wauchula and Tuesday, Friday and
Saturday nights 7 p.m. at First
Methodist Church, Corner of Grape &
Church St., Bowling Green.
7:18tfcdh
NOBLE LAWNS high quality service at
affordable prices. 781-3559. 4:6-5:4p

SHF.I P WANTED
SALES ASSOCIATE Expanding Bus & RV
Dealer in DeSoto County seeking full-time sales
professional. Excellent salary and commission.
Fax resume to 863-993-1601 or
email debbie(horizoncoach.com c15:4,1

TWH CONSTRUCTION, INC.

Ter 4Harrison Owner/President
(86,3781-2283[ Nextel ID# 161*132695*5

PO Box 356, Wauchula, FL 33873
Office (863) 381-1726
Fax (863) 773-0643
twhconstructioninctOyahoo.com

RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL
Marmac Const LC# CB-C038892 c15:4-25p

OSTOMY, COLOSTOMY, AND ideosto-
my supplies now in stock at Pete's
Pharmacy. tfc
ATTENTION! State Statutes 489-119
Section 5 Paragraph B and Hardee
County Ordinance 87-09 Section 10
Paragraph D require all ads for any
construction-related service to carry
the contractor's license number.
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STRUCTURED LAWNCARE and land-
scaping. Licensed and insured, com-
mercial and residential, new landscap-
ing, relandscaping. Call Jesse
DeBoom C-863-781-2753 or H-863-
735-0590. 2:23-5:25p

FRIDAY/SATURDAY 501 N. 7th Ave.,
Wauchula. New & used items. 5:4p
3-FAMILY: Saturday, 322 Park Drive,
Riverview Heights. 5:4p
413 EDDIE ST., Sat. & Sun., 9-?
Everything must go. .5:4p
FRI., SAT., SUN. 8-?, Seminole Trail
off of Cracker Lane off of East Main
St., Old 64. Bikes, lawnmowers, tiller,
fishing poles, some tools, computer
desk, hog trailer & trap, 1986 Ford
truck, $500 OBO and lots of misc.
773-9037. 5:4p

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WE HAVE refrigerators, gas stoves,
electric washers, dryers, freezers,
metal bunkbed, twin on top, full on
bottom, king & queen beds, dressers,
chests at Edna's Place. 4:20tfc
4 FAMILY YARD SALE.- Saturday, 7
a.m. ??, 289 Georgetown Loop,
Wauchula. 5:4p
THURS. FRI. SAT.: 4-family.
Something for everyone. Also Avon
products. Corner of Chester &,
Franklin Streets, Bowling Green. 5:4p
FRIDAY, 631 E. Bay St., Wauchula, 8-4.
Roto-tiller, cultivator, boat, dolly, air
conditioner, chairs, clothing, etc. 5:4p
4-FAMILY: Saturday, 209 Riverside Dr.,
Wauchula. Clothes, baby items, lots
more. 5:4p
FRIDAY, 8:30 -?, 1240 Mockingbird
Rd., Wauchula in Village of Charlie
Creek, off SR 64E, turn at Charlie
Creek Church. Lots of goodies! 5:4p
SATURDAY 9-?, 3928 E. Main St.,
Wauchula. 1/305 & 1/250 motors,
Chevy Picker, 10' boat & trolling
motor. Lots of misc. 5:4p
SATURDAY ONLY 702 Louisiana St.,
Wauchula. Tools, canning pressure
cooker and accessories, kitchen
appliances, baby crib, shoes, toys,
infant furniture, baby clothes-name
brand, washer and dryer. 5:4p

General help and person
Experienced in spraying
or willing to learn at our
Zolfo Springs location.
Applicant must have a valid ID & Social Security.
All positions are full time.
Apply in person at:
Sunshine Foliage World
2060 Steve Roberts Special
Zolfo Springs, FL
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HELP WANTED
Bowling Green Youth Academy is looking for a
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) to serve as
the programs Clinical Director for 52 female youth.
Applicants having experience providing mental health
and substance abuse treatment services to youth in a
residential setting is preferred. Competitive salary and
, benefit package is available. Bowling Green Youth
Academy is also looking for a Bachelor level therapist
to provide mental health services to the female youth
in our program. All individuals interested should con-
tact Patricia Wheeler at 863-375-2000 ext. 221.
The program is located at
4705 US Highway 17 N
Bowling Green, Florida 33834
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ALL OCVII TOWN

Breakdown anywhere in town and we'll be there in a hurry!

Call us for 24-hour Emergency Service.

1-863-375-4441
Jimmy Hill Dan Hill
(863) 781-3090 (863) 781-3091
24-Hour Emergency Towing Lowest Possible Rates Fast, Reliable Service

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SFast Closings

Jimmy Hill

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(863) 781-1062

Billy Hill

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*$1,000 Bonus if
Billy Buys your
house!
* Billy pays all Closing
Costs!
*Close in as little
as 7 days!
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COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL RESIDENTIAL

Land Clearing *
Pond Excavation *
Dirt Hauling / Grade Work *
Citrus Tree Removal *
Demolition *
Site Prep

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DAVID MILLS, OWNER
Established 1972 cl4:27tfc

Open:
Mon Sat
8:00 5:00
375-4461

Bo Espino
Auto Technician

* We repair most
American cars
* Full time mechanic
* We are license
and Insured!
Reg #MV-40625

* Florida Institute For
Neurologic Rehabilitation, Inc. (FINR),
located in Wauchula, FL is dedicated to the rehabilitation
of survivors of brain and spinal cord injuries. We are cur-
rently accepting applications for the following positions.
All interested candidates must be at least 18 years of age
& have a minimum of a HS Diploma/GED.
THERAPISTS PT/PTA/OT/COTA Current FL
licensure & experience is required. Part time and Full
Time positions available.
C.N.A. Current FL licensure and experience required.
B, C, w/end shifts.
SWITCHBOARD- Answer and direct all incoming &
outgoing calls. One year switchboard & clerical experience
preferred.
UTILITY SERVICE WORKER- Electrical, plumb-
ing & tile work. Prefer 3-5 yrs experience.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECH- Trash removal, supply
deliveries & misc. cleaning duties.
RESIDENTIAL SERVICES ASSISTANT-
Provide direct care to clients. Must be patient, reliable &
trustworthy. C shift & weekends available. No previous
experience necessary.
FINR offers an excellent benefit package, is an EOE and a
DFWP. If you are interested in joining a fast growing com-
pany, please stop by 1962 Vandolah Rd. to fill out an appli-
cation, fax resume to 863-773-2041, or e-mail to annet-
tedhr @finr.net. cl5:4tfc

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The

Lonestar

General Contractor
Lic.# RG291103615
Locally owned and operated

Office 863-773-4779 Fax 863-773-9865

AlTypes Roofing HARDEE ROOFING INC.
Repairs
Reroof 863-773-0377
Metal
Shingles 1071 S. FI. Ave
Flat Fl. St. Lic. no. CCC1326969
Licensed & Insured
Serving Hardee, DeSoto, &
Polk Counties for 12 years. 33-6:
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BUSINESS SEEKS RECEPTIONIST
for busy office.

Lamar Gilliard
Home: (863) 735-0490 c14:28tfc

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Mobile: (941) 456-6507

"On The Jok

RESCHKE CONSTRUCTION, INC.
State Certified Building and Roofing Contractor
Residential Remodeling
Zolfo Springs, Florida
(863) 735-0660 (863) 832-0409
John Reschke CCC-045925
Bill Reschke c14:21tfc License CBC-12430

Temporary or
Permanent
Personnel and
Payroll Services

Payroll
Federal and State
Taxes
Deposits
Tax Reports
Worker's Comp
FICA
Year End W2's

CAROL'S
POOL
SERVICE
-10 Years Experience-
Certified & Insured
Office: 863-452-6026
Cell: 863-449-1806

Classifieds

None Hurt In School Bus Crash

According to a Florida Highway
Patrol report, the incident happened
last Wednesday, April 26, about
7:15 a.m. at SR 64 and Lockmiller
Road when bus driver Sylvia M.
Elbertson, 56, of Wauchula,
stopped at the intersection, then
pulled into the path of the west-
bound 2006 Ford pickup'driven by
Donald F. Will, 70, of Avon Park.
The driver of the bus did not see
the pickup due to the heavy fog in
the area, said the report of investi-
gating Tpr. Rene Benavidez. As a
result, the driver of the pickup col-
lided into the left side of the bus.
Elbertson continued to drive south-

bound after the impact and safely
parked on Ferrell Road. The pickup
also ended up facing south on
Ferrell Road.
Elbertson was charged with fail-
ure to yield the right of way. Both
the 1999 THMS school bus and
pickup received about $10,000
damages.
"Thank God no one was hurt. We
can fix the bus and truck, that's
inconsequential," said Dick.
He described Elbertson as "a
two-year driver with an excellent
record,' very good, very depend-
able."

He added, "On mornings when
the fog is so bad you can't see
headlights 100 feet away, it's our
policy to get to a safe spot off the
road and wait, not take chances. If
necessary, we will call parents and
tell them there will be delays. She
had opened the door and checked
several times. There were other fac-
tors beside the fog," said Daggett.
He said according to the transporta-
tion driver safety plan, corrective
action includes additional training
to review and refresh the driver's
knowledge of school bus policies
and someone will ride with her to
check that she applies it

By JOAN SEAMAN
Of The Herald-Advocate
Over two dozen' students
escaped serious injury in last
week's accident involving a Hardee
County school bus.
"The bus did what it was
designed to do, protect the kids,"
said Dick Daggett, director of
transportation for Hardee County
schools.
"The underside took the abuse
and protected the kids. They were
jostled a little, but they ride up
higher with high, compartmental-
ized seats that absorb the impact.
The 15-foot sections on the under-
side folded and took care of it."
continued Daggett.

NEW FURNITURE
FOR LESS!
Lamps $17, 100-Barstools .$39 up,
50-Desks $97 up, 3 Pc Dropleaf dinette
$197, 50-table and 4 chairs $397 up,
200-Recliners $297 up,
50-2 Pc Sofa & Loveseat sets $687 up,
50-TV Ent. Centers $167 up, 2 Pc
Queen Bed Set $297 up, 50-4Pc bed-
room sets $387'up, 3 Pc Livingroom
tables $97 up,
100-Headboards $79 up.
HIGHPOINT
FURNITURE
OUTLET STORE
2346 U.S. 27 North Sebring Florida
Next to Lowes & across
from Home Depot dl4:20tfe

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AM-SOUTH REALtY

UNIT SECRETARY
Full Time, OB Dept.,
bilingual Spanish required.

Human Resources
DeSoto Memorial Hospital
900 N. Robert Ave.
Arcadia, Fl. 34266
OR
www.dmh.org
and look under Careers
OR
Fax Resumes to: 863-494-8400
E-mail: hr@dmh.org
Phone Number: 863-494-8405

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The front of the 2006 Ford pickup was badly damaged in collision with school bus last.
Wednesday.

Public confidence in the
integrity of the government is
indispensable to faith in democ-
racy; and when we lose faith in
the system, we have lost faith
in everything we fight and
spend for.
-Adlai E. Stevenson Jr.

DIVORCE
BANKRUPTCY

$69

863-314-0846
(non-lawyer) :

Short Time Job Bankruptcy Repo Slow Pay
Just meet our easy requirements and you are conditionally
APPROVED!* NO MONEY DOWN
*Low monthly payments Competitive Rates Not Buy Here-Pay Here
Established Credit Late Model Cars & Trucks. Call now for your credit approval on our 24 hr. toll free
HOTLINE 1-800-535-6061
You must meet our lender's credit standards. Income and equity requirements apply.

AJ's Tree Service
We Will Not Be Under Bid
\kNLV4 TREE TRIMMING
CUTTING CLEAN-UP, ETC.
,Free Estimates
el (863) 767-0934
SCell: (863) 781-2783
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE
Notice is hereby given that on 05/15/06
at 10:30 am the following vehicles will
be sold for towing and storage charges:
Year: 86 Make: DODGE Model: SW
VIN#: 3B4GD12TXGM643752. Sale to
be held at: ROBERTS TOWING 377 OLD
DIXIE HwY BOWLING GREEN, FL. 33834.
Roberts Towing reserves the right to
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE
Notice is hereby given that on 05/20/06
at 10:30 am the following vehicles will
be sold for towing and storage charges:
Year: 88 Make: DODGE Model: SW
VIN#: 2B4HB21W1.lK157352. Sale to
be held at: ROBERTS TOWING 377 OLD
DIXIE HWY BOWLING GREEN. FL. 33834.
ROBERTS TOWING reserves the right
to bid. cIS:4c

WE BUY HOUSES-

Do you own an unwanted house
and need to sell it quickly?

$ is your house vacant or in need of repairs?
Are you facing foreclosure? Relocating?
Divorce? Bad tenants? Have no equity? $

Need Cash Quick?
We are not real estate agents or brokers. We are real estate investors
purchasing 3 or 5 houses per month and want to buy more.
We can make your payments vanish and solve your problems. You will g';'L
a quick sale with no hassles and your worries will be behind you.
vve-Du"ouses In-all areas, all conditions and price ranges. We even
handle all the paperwork so that you can sell when you need to.

To find out more information about
FIVI & SJC Properly Inves ments, LLC. Call:
Fernando Morales at (863) 781-2541
5 4-5 25p

LOCAL

Experience in computers and general office.
Bilingual a plus.
Send resume to:

Box A
P.O. Box 338, Wauchula, FL 33873

Shell

GILLIARD FILL DIRT INC.

Fill Dirt

COURTESY PHOTO
The underside of the 1999 bus absorbed the brunt of the impact and protected the children as it
is designed to do.

P LABOR
SOLUTIONS
Personnel Services

CONTACT:

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ROBBY ALBRITTON 116 W. Orange St., Wauchula
(863) 773-9225 ,.,

PARKER FILL DIRT
DEMOLITION
* Fill Dirt Tree Removal Stump Removal *
Dragline Track Hoe Land Clearing *
Shell Clay Top Soil Bulldozer *
Dump Trucks *
(863) 735-2415 C1:f

GENERAL MAINTENANCE MECHANIC
Pay rate: $23,673.74(11.38) $31,061.99(14.93)
Wanted for the Hardee County Buildings and Grounds
Department. Must have carpentry experience and knowledge
of the building trades. Ability to work from blueprints, sketch-
es, etc.
Must have High School Diploma or GED.
Complete job description and Application forms posted on
County website: www.hardeecounty.net
Applications accepted in the Human Resource Department,
205 Hanchey Road, Wauchula, FL 33873, Phone:(863) 773-
2161, Fax:(863) 773-2154. Position open until filled. EOE-
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TEENS INTERVIEW ELDERS

BACK THEN, SCHOOL

LUNCHES COST 5 CENTS'

By DEBRA STANLEY
Special To The Herald-Advocate ..-,
My interview is with Wayne "ws.
Q: How did Florida look wien you
were younger?
A: There where lots of trees, more dirt
roads, less stores, and only lain roads.
Q: Where did you go to school?
A: Lawtey High in Bradford County.
Q: How did you get to and from
-school?
A: I had to walk to and from school.
Q: How much did you pay for food?
A: I carried lunches for a long time, then
later had to pay five cents.
Q: What did you do when you where
my age?

A: Worked at the school picking up trash
and stuff.
Q: What was your favorite thing to do?
A: I loved to go fishing and spend time
with friends.
Q: How did you make a living?
A: Working on farms and working for the
school.
Q: How much money did you make
while working?
A: Five dollars a day.
Q: Did you like school?
A: No, I was more into girls than any-
thing.
Q: What was your favorite thing to do,
while you were in school?
A: Play football, baseball, any type of

Dixie Youth Games Close

By JOAN SEAMAN
Of The Herald-Advocate
A pair of one-run games were
among the close encounters last

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE
TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND
FOR HARDEE COUNTY,
FLORIDA
CASE NO. 25-2006-CA-0001 13
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,
RURAL HOUSING SERVICE, USDA,
f/k/a FARMERS HOME ADMINISTRA-
TION,
Plaintiff,
v.
BERNICE WHITE; UNKNOWN
:SPOUSE OF BERNICE WHITE; THE
UNKNOWN HEIRS, GRANTEES,
DEVISEES, LIENORS, TRUSTEES,
AND CREDITORS OF KATIE KING,
DECEASED, AND ALL CLAIMANTS,
,PERSONS OR PARTIES, NATURAL
,OR CORPORATE, AND WHOSE
*EXACT LEGAL STATUS IS
UNKNOWN, CLAIMING BY,
THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST
KATIE KING, DECEASED, OR ANY OF
THE 'HEREIN NAMED OR
DESCRIBED DEFENDANTS OR PAR-
TIES CLAIMING TO HAVE ANY
RIGHT, TITLE OR INTEREST IN AND
TO THE PROPERTY HEREIN
DESCRIBED; ELIZABETH REED; __
UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF ELIZBETH
REED; BERTHA: JONES; -
UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF BERTHA
JONES; BETTY SELLING; _.__
UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF BETTY
SELLING; HENRY MCIVERY; __
UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF HENRY
MCIVERY; JEROME V. SELLING;
RALPH W. SELLING; and all
unknown parties claiming by,
through, under or against the herein
named Defendants, who are not
known to be dead or alive, whether
said unknown parties claim as heirs,
devisees, "grantees, assignees,
ilenors, creditors, trustees, spouses,
or other claimants; TENANT #1
and/or TENANT #2, the parties
Intended to account for the person or
persons in possession; CAPITAL
RESOURCE GROUP, LLC.
Defendant(s). /
NOTICE OF ACTION
TO: THE UNKNOWN. HEIRS,
GRANTEES, DEVISEES, LIENORS,
TRUSTEES, AND CREDITORS OF
KATIE KING, DECEASED, AND ALL
CLAIMANTS, PERSONS OR PAR-
TIES, NATURAL OR CORPORATE,
AND WHOSE EXACT LEGAL STATUS
IS UNKNOWN, CLAIMING BY,
THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST
KATIE KING, DECEASED, OR ANY OF
:THE HEREIN NAMED OR
DESCRIBED DEFENDANTS OR PAR-
TIES CLAIMING TO HAVE ANY
RIGHT, TITLE OR INTEREST IN AND
TO THE PROPERTY HEREIN
DESCRIBED
Current Residence Unknown, but
whose last known address was:
UNKNOWN
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action
to foreclose a mortgage on the fol-
lowing property in HARDEE County,
Florlda, to-wit:
" LOTS 11, 12 AND 13, OF
BLOCK 2, OF THE LEWIS &
BALDWIN ADDITION TO THE
TOWN OF BOWLING GREEN,
SFLORIDA; AS PER PLAT
RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 2,
PAGES 2-40
:,has been filed against you and you
:,are required to serve a copy of your
written defenses, If any, to it on DOU-
GLAS C. ZAHM, P.A., Plaintiff's attor-
.ney, whose address Is 18830 U.S.
ifghway 19 North, Suite 300,
,Clearwater, Florida 33764, on or
before'May 26, 2006 or within thirty
-(3b) days after the first publication of
;this Notice of Action, and file the orig-
;isnalwlth the Clerk of this Court at P.O.
6:aeher 1749, Wauchula, FL 33873,
efther before service on Plaintiff's
attorney or immediately thereafter;
,otherwise, a default will be entered
.against you for the relief demanded In
:the complaint petition.
: WITNESS my hand and seal of the
Court on this 21 day of April, 2006.
B. Hugh Bradley
Clerk of the Circuit Court
;, :By: Connie Coker
Deputy Clerk
;' 4:27,5:4c

week in the 2006 Dixie Youth
games.
Formerly called the Majors, the
Dixie Youth is ages 10-12.
Presently leading the six-team divi-
sion is the Nicholson Supply Co.
Reds, undefeated at 7-0.
The Joe L. Davis Braves follow
with a 5-2 record after being
upended by the Countryside
Growers Devil Rays. The All
Creatures Animal Hospital Yan-
kees, the Devil Rays, Chapman
Fruit Co. Athletics "A's" and
Florida Fuel Mets complete the
standings.
Last Monday, the Reds shut
down the A's 5-0.
A Jeremy Rowe double was the
only long-ball hit for the Reds but
Rowe 'handled 'the pitching and
retired a half dozen A's on strike-
outs. For the Reds, leadoff batter
Dalton Hewitt and Malik Tatis cir-
cled the bases twice. Rowe added
the additional tally. Colton Mills,
Tatis and Reed Woods were all
'stranded.
Pitcher Murrell Winter had a
good night for the A's, also striking
out a dozen batters. Left on base for
the A's despite strong hits were
Daniel Miller, Dalton Rabon, Cole
Choate and Matthew Grace.- Also
left standing were Winter, Austin
Carey, Justin Forrester and Michael
Grace.
On Tuesday evening there was a
double-header. On field 1, the
Devil Rays downed the Braves 5-4.
Leadoff batter Deonte Evans
raced home on an in-the-park
homer and scored after being hit by
a pitch for two of Devil Rays runs.
Carter Lambert also scored twice.
Wintz Terrell added the final score
when he doubled in the fifth inning.
Left on base were Tommy Redding,

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE
TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF
FLORIDA, IN AND FOR
HARDEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
PROBATE
FILE NO.: 252006CP000037
IN RE: THE ESTATE OF MANUEL
MEDRANO. /
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the Estate of,
MANUEL MEDRANO, Case Number
25 2006 CP 000037, is pending in the
Circuit Court for Hardee County,
Florida, Probate Division, the address
of which, is 417 West Main Street,
Wauchula, Florida 33873. The name
and address of the Personal
Representative and the Personal
Representative's Attorney are set
forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and
other persons having claims or
demands against decedent's estate,
including unmatured, contingent or
unliquidated claims, on whom a copy
of this notice Is served must file their
claims with this Court WITHIN THE
LATER OF THREE MONTHS AFTER
THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICA-
TION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY
DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE
OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON
THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent
and persons having claims or
demands against the decedent's
estate Including unmatured, contin-
gent or unliquidated claims must file
their claims with this court WITHIN
THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE,
OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF
THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE
FOREVER BARRED.
The date of the first publication of this
Notice is April 27, 2006.
Personal Representative:
Josephine Medrano
Post Office Box 1392
Wauchula FL 33873
Attorney for Petitioners:
JEFF J. McKIBBEN, ESQ.
Post Office Box 1748
Wauchula, FL 33873
Telephone: (863) 773-4449
Florida Bar Number: 168879
4:27,5:4c

Dylan Farr and Justin Rickett.
The Braves got single scores,
from Dawson Crawford. Virice
Grimsley, Chase Revell and
Andrew Lee. Left on the basepaths
were Grimsley, Luke Palmer and
Kramer Royal.
Meanwhile, on Field 2, the
Yankees mashed the Mets. 12-2.
Armando Alamia homered and
singled and scored twice for the
Yanks. Other twin-tally batters
were Jake Altman, Tanner Gough
and Jesse Zuniga. Codie Dean,
Dustin Scheel and Wilson Bembry
added a run each. Mason Gough
singled and walked but was strand-
ed twice. Austin Judah, Garrett
Mimbs, Dean, Zuniga and' Altman
were left on base.
On Thursday evening, the Reds
rushed past the Rays 12-2.
For the Reds, Hewitt, Justin
Bromley, Tatis and Rowe also
stroked doubles. Hewitt had three
hits and walked and scored three
times. Mills and Tatis chipped in,
with twin tallies and Bromley,
Rowe, John Chason, Steve Crews
and Elijah Loughran came around
to cross home once each -
For the Devil Rays, Terrell hit the
only extra-base hit, a double. Evans
and Matt Lake were the only Rays
to circle the bases. Lambert and
Redding hits helped out.
The week ended with another
double-header. On Field 1, the
Yankees barely escaped the A's 3-2.
Altman was safe on an error and
scored on hits by Zuniga and Dean
in the first inning for the Yanks,
Mason Gough walked, stole second,
and scored in the second stanza and
Mimbs singled and raced home on
an error in the fourth inning. He
also doubled in the sixth inning but
was stranded, as was Bembry,.
Dean, Zuniga and Tanner Gough.
Austin Carey and Forrester
scored for the A's in a second-
inning series which temporarily
tied the game. Left on base were
Daniel Miller, Winter, Jared
Jernigan and Willie Godwin.
The Field 2 finale was a run-;
away for the Braves in beating the,
Mets 12-1.
Will Bennett tripled and
Crawford doubled twice for the
Braves. Revell also doubled.
Leadoff batter Knight came around
to score three times on three hits.
Crawford and Grimsley each also.
had three hits, but scored twice
apiece. Palmer came home twice
and Royal and Will Owens added
solo scores.
Tyler Cloud was the only Met to
get all the way home, hits by .Kris
Johnson, Albritton and Eric Klein
.went for naught and Reas, Kalob
Benton, Kris Thompson and Shawn
Holmes were left on base.

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sports.
Q: How long did you have to stay in
school per day?
A: From 8:45 to 3:45.
Q: What did they do to you if you got
in trouble in school?
A: Beat you or called home.
Q: How many jobs did you have?
A: Three.
Q: Where would you have like to
worked?
A: For Florida Power, and did.
Q: What did you want to become?
- A: I wanted to be a doctor.
Q: What was your favorite subject in
school?
A: Math, because I loved to work out
things.
Q: Did you enjoy sports?

May 4, 2006, The Herald-Advocate 11B

A: Playing sports (any type).
Q: What did you do to help out your

(Lookin' Back

family?
A: Worked and help take care of the fam-
ily.
Q: How long have you lived in Florida?
A: Sixty-one years.
Q: What do you love most about
Florida?
A: The weather, family and memories.
Teens Interview Elders comes from a class
assignment given to ninth graders at
Hardee Senior High. Selected interviews
are published here as an encouragement to
the students and for the enjoyment of our
readers.

NOTICE

REQUEST FOR ANNEXATION

All interested persons are hereby notified that Procorp Southeast, L.L.C., as agent for the Stine Family
Partnership, LTD, Joseph K. Lopez, Sr. Family Partnership and Edward S. Schontag, Jr., is requesting
annexation, with rezone, of property into the City of Wauchula's city limits for the purpose of building
single-family residences. They are requesting a Zoning Classification of R-1A (Single Family
Residential The Zoning Maximum Density is 4 units per acre, Minimum Lot Size is 11,250 square feet,
Minimum Lot Width is'80, and Minimum Floor Area is 1,000 square feet. The yard setbacks are: Front
- 25', Side 10', Back 40' per zoning lot) with a FLUM (Future Land Use Map) designation of Single
Family Residential. The property is legally described as:

PARCEL ONE:
A PART OF THE NORTH /2 OF SOUTHWEST OF SECTION 5, TOWNSHIP 34
SOUTH, RANGE 25 EAST, HARDEE COUNTY, FLORIDA, BEING DESCRIBED AS
FOLLOWS: COMMENCE AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE NORTH V OF
THE SOUTHWEST /4 OF SAID SECTION 5 AND RUN NORTH 89 31'54" EAST
AND ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID NORTH / A DISTANCE OF 1322.00
FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; CONTINUE THENCE NORTH 89 31'54"
EAST AND ALONG THE SAME LINE A DISTANCE OF 507.52 FEET TO A POINT,
SAID POINT BEING 814.48 FEET SOUTH 89 31'54" WEST OF THE NORTHEAST
CORNER OF SAID NORTH V2; THENCE SOUTH 00 14'40" WEST A DISTANCE OF
743.61 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 42'07" EAST A DISTANCE OF 248.64 FEET;
THENCE SOUTH 00 01'25" WEST A DISTANCE OF 252.91 FEET; THENCE
SOUTH 26 42'02" EAST A DISTANCE OF 72.86 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 00 36'30"
WEST A DISTANCE OF 254.23 FEET TO A POINT ON THE SOUTH BOUNDARY
OF SAID NORTH /2; THENCE SOUTH 89 30'49" WEST ALONG SAID SOUTH
BOUNDARY A DISTANCE OF 771.30 FEET; THENCE NORTH 00 30'17" WEST A
DISTANCE OF 1319.56 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. SUBJECT TO-
ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY AND SUBJECT TO A DRAINAGE EASEMENT BEING
DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: THE SOUTH 12.00 FEET OF THE EAST 530.00 FEET
OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED PROPERTY; AND LESS AND EXCEPT A PART OF
THE NORTH V OF THE SOUTHWEST /4 OF SECTION 5, TOWNSHIP 34 SOUTH,
RANGE 25 EAST, HARDEE COUNTY, FLORIDA, BEING DESCRIBED AS
FOLLOWS: COMMENCE AT. THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID NORTH /
AND RUN SOUTH 89 31'54" WEST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID NORTH
/2, 814.48 FEET FOR A POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUE SOUTH 89
31'54" WEST AND ALONG THE SAME LINE, 208.71 FEET; THENCE
SOUTH 00 14'40" WEST, 208.71 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89 31'54" EAST, 208.71
FEET;. THENCE: NORTH 00 14'40" EAST, 208.71 FEET TO THE POINT OF
BEGINNING; ALL BEINp SUWJECT=TO ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY.

THE EAST 330.50 FEET OF THE WEST 1322.00 FEET OF THE NORTH V2 OF THE
SOUTHWEST OF SECTION 5, TOWNSHIP 34 SOUTH, RANGE 25 EAST,
HARDEE COUNTY, FLORIDA. SUBJECT TO ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY.
PROPERTY ID: 05-34-25-0000-03750-0000
PARCEL TWO:
THE NORTH V. OF THE SOUTHWEST V4 OF THE SOUTHWEST OF SECTION 5,
TOWNSHIP 34 SOUTH, RANGE 25 EAST, HARDEE COUNTY, FLORIDA.
PROPERTY ID: 05-34-25-0000-03410-0000

PARCEL THREE:
THE SOUTHWEST OF THE SOUTHEAST A OF THE SOUTHWEST LESS
THAT PORTION LYING SOUTH AND EAST OF HIGHWAY 64A, SECTION 5,
TOWNSHIP 34 SOUTH, RANGE 25 EAST, HARDEE COUNTY, FLORIDA.
AND
THE SOUTH OF THE SOUTHWEST /4 OF THE SOUTHWEST SECTION 5,
TOWNSHIP 34 SOUTH, RANGE 25 EAST, HARDEE COUNTY. FLORIDA.
PROPERTY ID: 05-34-25-0000-03270-0000

The proposed request will be considered by the Wauchula Planning and Zoning Board on Monday, May
15, 2006 at 5:30 p.m., and the Wauchula City Commission on Monday, June 12, 2006 at 6:00 p.m., at
the Commission Chambers, 225 E. Main Street, Wauchula, Florida. Any interested persons) will be
heard at these meetings. If any person decides to appeal any decision made by the Board or
Commission with respect to this request for which he will need a verbatim record of the proceedings, he
will need to ensure that such verbatim record is made.

CITY OF WAUCHULA
s/David B. Royal
Mayor, City Commission

ATTEST:
s/Clarissa Abbott
City Clerk

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Crowd Attends PRECo Meeting

More than 1,500 people from 10
Central Florida counties attended
Peace River Electric Cooperative's
66th annual meeting in March 18 at
PRECo Park in Wauchula.
The annual meeting is an impor-
tant yearly event in which all mem-
bers are invited to attend and partic-
ipate in the business of their electric
cooperative.
The park was filled with educa-
ional booths and activities as well
as free hot dogs, nachos, kettle
Corn, ice cream and soft drinks. The
inembers enjoyed over 1,900 hot
dogs, 60 pounds of nachos, and
over 2,000 cups of soft-serve ice
cream during the day of picture-per-
fect weather. A children's play area,

including an inflatable slide and a
rock climbing wall, were available
to entertain the younger crowd.
At the official business meeting,
called to order at 1 p.m., members
were informed by General Manager
Bill Mulcay that the cooperative is
financially sound and ready to meet
future challenges. He also
explained to the members that
PRECo is in the top 25 of the
fastest-growing electric coopera-
tives in the nation. In addition,
Mulcay's announcement that mem-
bers could expect a rate reduction in
the near future was met with enthu-
siastic applause.
Also during the official business
meeting, Andy Jackson, the cooper-
ative's attorney, formally seated

newly re-elected members of the
Board of Directors: Maurice
Henderson, District 5, Wauchula
East; Sam Rawls, District 2,
Wauchula West; and Harold
Schatschneider, District 8, Ellenton.
They will serve three-year terms.
At the conclusion of the business
meeting 200 door prizes, including
three vacation packages, chainsaws,
appliances, power tools and much
more, were awarded to members by
a drawing.
PRECo serves over 30,000 mem-
ber/consumers in Brevard, DeSoto,
Hardee, Highlands, Hillsborough,
Indian River, Manatee, Osceola,
Polk and Sarasota Counties through
more than 3,000 miles of power
lines.

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ager Bill Mulcay addresses the crowd, with the Board of Directors behind him.

Few Changes In Sports Series

IBy JOAN SEAMAN
.iOf The Herald-Advocate
Most of the fall and winter sports
next season will be mirror images
Sof this year.
When the Florida High School
Athletic Association (FHSAA)
updated its assignments for the
2006-07 school year, Hardee High
School retained most of its familiar
opponents. In many cases, the
2005-06 schedule will just flip-flop
home and away contests for the
new school year which starts in
August.
Following is a recap of the latest
information, with only a few
changes where new schools are
opening or the total number of stu-
,dents in a certain sport have
changed the district assignments.

FOOTBALL
Hardee will remain among the 79
schools in Class 3A with popula-
tions from 1067 to 1707 students.
The-Cats will be in Region 3, which
is comprised of districts 9-12.
Hardee is in the four-school
District 12, along with familiar
opponents Avon Park, DeSoto and
Sebring. Should Hardee have a fifth
year of 10-0 football, a first-round
playoff opponent would come from
District 11 which is Sarasota
Booker, Tampa Jesuit, Palmetto
,and Tampa Robinson.

CROSS COUNTRY
As of the April 5 update, boys
and girls cross country has been
assigned to Class 2A, Region 3,
District 5 which has 18 schools.
Piardee runners will compete
against others from a variety of
Public and private schools, Avon
,Park, Bartow, Clearwater Central.
S *

Catholic, Frostproof, Haines City,
Tampa Holy Names (girls only),
Tampa Jesuit (boys only), Lake
Wales, Lennard-a new school in
Ruskin, Lithia Newsome, Daven-
port Ridge, Tampa Robinson, St.
Petersburg Catholic, Sebring,
Spoto-a new school at Riverview
and Tampa Catholic.

GOLF
As always, golf boys and girls
face an uphill challenge of other-
public schools and the private "golf
academies" which focus on the
sport.
In the next school year, accord-
ing to the April 12 update, Hardee
will be in Class 1A, Region 6,
District 16. Opponents will include
local schools, Avon Park, DeSoto
and Lake Placid, but also includes
Bradenton Braden River, Braden-
ton Christian (boys only), Sarasota
Cardinal Mooney, Sarasota Out-
Of-Door Academy (boys), Braden-
ton St. Stephens and Sarasota
Christian (boys).

SWIMMING AND DIVING
The fellows and gals on the swim
teams will find most usual oppo-
nents in Class IA, Region- 2,
District 5. All with Hardee in the
12-school district are Winter Haven
All Saints' Academy, Avon Park,
Frostproof, Haines City, Winter
Haven Christian (only girls), Lake
Placid, Lake Wales, Lakeland
Christian, Mulberry, Davenport
Ridge and Lakeland Santa Fe
_ Catholic.

VOLLEYBALL
The final fall sport in which
Hardee participates is girls volley-

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girls weightlifting, which has only
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BOWLING GREEN

APOSTOLIC LIGHTHOUSE
UNITED PENTACOSTAL CHURCH
310 Orange St.
375-3100
Sunday Morning...................... 10:00 a.m.
Sunday Evening 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday Prayer Meeting ..........7:00 p.m.
Thursday Service ....................7:30 p.m.

CHESTER GROVE MB CHURCH
708 W. Grape St. 375-3353
Sunday School 9:30 a.m.
ISunday Worship 8:00 a.m.
Sun. Eve. Worship 1st & 3rd ................
4:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m.
Tues. Prayer/Bible Study ..........6:00 p.m.

CHRISTIAN BIBLE FELLOWSHIP
Hwy. 17 South
Sunday School 9:30 a.m.
Morning Worship ..................10:30 a.m.
Evening Worship ....................6:30 p.m.
Wed. Discipleship ..................6:30 p.m.
Thurs. Mens Prayer ..............6:00 a.m.
Thurs. Ladies Bible Study ........5:30 p.m.

CHURCH OF GOD
Hwy 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.
Sunday AM Worship ................10-30 a.m
Sunday Evening 6:00 p.m.
Wed. Prayer Meeting.................7:00 p.m.

FAITH ASSEMBLY OF GOD
4937 Hwy, 17 N. 375-4206
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship .................11:00 a.m.
Disciples Train & Choirs..........5:30 p.m.
Evening Worship 6:30 p.m
Wednesday Prayer ................7:00 p.m.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
Bowling Green
S. Hwy. 17 375-2253
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship ..................11:00 a.m.
Sunday Evening 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer ..................6:30 p.m

FIRST UNITED
METHODIST CHURCH
Grape-& Church Streets 375-2340
Sunday School ...... 9.45 a.m.
Morning Worship ... .. 1100a.m.
Youth Fellowship 5:00 pm.
Evening Worship ....................6:00 p.m.
Wed. Bible Study ....................7:00 p.m.

FORT GREEN BAPTIST CHURCH
Baptist Church Road 773-9013
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship ..................11:00 a.m.
Sunday Evening 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer ...........7... 00 p.m
HOLY CHILD '
SPANISH CATHOLIC MISSION
Misa (Espanol) Sunday .........7:00p.m.

IGLESIA DEL DIOS VIVO
105 Dixiana St. 375-3370
Domingo Serv. De'PredicacionI 1:00 p.m.
Martes Estudio Biblico ............7:00 p.m.
Miercoles Estudior Juvenil ......7:00 p.m.
Jueves Serv. De Predicacion ....7:00 p.m.

IMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH
210 E.-Broward St. 3754228 or
773-9019
Sunday'School 9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship .................11:00 a.m.
Evening Worship ............. ........7:00 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer......................7:00 p.m

MACEDONIA PRIMITIVE
BAPTIST CHURCH
607 Palmetto St.
Church School 9:30 a.m.
Morning Service....................11:00 a.m.
Evening Service 7:00 p.m.
Wed. Bible Study/Prayer Ser. ..7:00 p.m.
Communion-2nd Sun. 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 ....................7:00p.m.
Wednesday Prayer Time ..........7:00 p.m.

OPEN DOOR FULL GOSPEL
PRAISE CENTER
E. Broward St.
Sunday School 10:00 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 ..................11:00 a.m.
Sunday Night Service ..............7:00 p.m.
Mid-Week Bible Study, Thurs. 7:30 p.m.

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.n.
Worship Service ....................11:00 a.m.
Sunday Night Worship..............6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer Time............7:00 p.m
NEW ZION BAPTIST CHURCH
202 Sidney Roberts Road
Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
Morning Worship ..................1:00 a.m.
Disciples Training ....................6:00 p.m.
Evening Worship ................6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer....................6:00 p.m

ONA BAPTIST CHURCH
131 Bear Lane 773-2540
Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
Morning Worship ................. 11:00 a.m.
Wednesday Prayer................... 7:00 p.m

UNION BAPTIST CHURCH
5076 Lily Church Rd. 494-5622
Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
Morning Worship ....................1:00 a.m.
Evening Worship ....................6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer Time ............7:00 p.m

WAUCHULA

APOSTOLIC ASSEMBLY
New York Ave. and Apostolic Rd.
Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
Evening Service 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday Service 7:00'p.m.
Wednesday Service ................7:00 p.m.

CHARLIE CREEK
BAPTIST CHURCH
S -6885 State Road 64 East 77t.447
Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
Morning Worship ......... .. 1:06a.nm.
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 Study 10:00 a.m.
Worship Service ..................11:00 a.m..
Wednesday 7:00 p.m.
CHURCH OF CHRIST
Will Duke Road
773.2249
SSunday Morning Worship .......:9:30 a.m.
Sunday Bible Class ..............11:30 a.m.
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
Martin 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 ..................9:00 a.m.
Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
Priesthood 11:00 a.m.
COMMUNITY LIGHTHOUSE
903 Simminit St. 735-86811
Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
Sunday Morning....................11:00 a.m.
Sunday Night 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Night... .......7:30 p.m.
ENDTIME CROSSROAD MINISTRY
501 N. 9th & Georgia St. 773-3470
Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
Morning Service...................11:30 a.m.
Evening Service ...................7:30 p.m.
Wed. Bible St. & Yth. Gath ....7:30 p.m.
Fri. Night (Holy Ghost Night)..7:30 p.m.

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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 10:00 a.m.
Morning Service.................... 11:00 a.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.
Morning Worship ..................11:00 a.m.
Evening Worship .................... 6:00 p.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...................... 10:45 a.m.
Wed. Youth Meeting ......6:30- 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday Service ................6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Bible Study ..6:30- 7:00 p.m.
FIRST CHURCH OF
THE NAZARENE
511 W. Palmetto St.
Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
Morning Service..............11:00 a.m.
Evening Worship ..... .............6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer ..................7:00 p.m.,
FIRST MISSIONARY
BAPTIST CHURCH
1347 Martin Luther King Ave.
773-6556
Sunday School 9:30 a.m.
Morning Service ...... ......11:00 a.m.
Evening Worship ......................6:00 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 9:45 a.m.
Traditional Worship................11:00 a.m.
Evening Service 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday Activities................6:00 p.m.

FLORIDA'S FIRST ASSEMBLN'V
OF GOD CHURCH ,
1397 South Florida Avenue,- 773-9386.
Sunday School 9:00 a.m.
Sunday Morning Worship ......10:45 a.m.
Evening Worship ....................6:00 p.m.
Tuesday Youth Service ............7:00 p.m.
Wednesday Family Ministries...7:00 p.m.

THE GOSPEL TABERNACLE
Pentecostal
810 W. Tennessee St. 773-3753
Morning Service....................10:00 a.m.
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 School 9:30 a.m.
Worship 10:30 a.m.
Wed. Night Dinner.................6:00 p.m
Wed. Bodybuilders Adult Cl.
Crossroads & Lighthouse Min. 7:00 pfn,' :

IGLESIA DE DIOS
PENTECOSTAL, M.I.
903 E. Summit St. (863) 452-6693
Pastor: Reinaldo Ortiz
Martes 7:30 9:00'rp i.
Viernes 7:30 9:00 p.m.
Domingo..............11:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m.

IGLESIA ADVENTISTA DEL
SEPTIMO DIA
Old Bradenton Road
767-1010
JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES ENGLISH P
155 Altman Road -1131 '
Sunday Morning............ 10:00 a.n .
Tuesday Evening ......................7:30 p.m.
Thursday Evening ................7:30 p.9m. .
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 Ave. & 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.

WAUCHULA

NEW MT. ZION A.M.E. CHURCH
10 Martin Luther King Ave. 767-0023
Morn. Worship (1st & 3r Sun.) 8:00 a.m.
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship ..................11:00 a.m.
2nd Sunday Youth Service........4:00 p.m.
Allen Christian Endeavor-.......4:00 p.m.
Wed. & Fri. Bible Study ..........7:00 p.m.

NORTHSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH
912 N. 8th Ave. 773-6947
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship ....................11:00 a.m.
Discipleship Training................6:00 p.m.
Evening Worship ................7:00 p.m.
Wednesday Supper ..........5:30 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer ....................6:45 p.m.
OAK GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH
4350 W. Main St. 735-0321
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship ..................11:00 a.m.
Evening Worship ....................6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Bible Study............6:30 p.m.
PEACE VALLEY LUTHERAN
CHURCH
1643 Stenstrom Road 773-2858
Sunday Service 10:00 a.m.
Sunday Fellowship..................11:00 a.m.
Weight Watchers
meet Thursday ...................5:00 p.m.

PROGRESSIVE MISSIONARY
BAPTIST CHURCH
149 Manley Road East Main 773-5814
Sunday School 9:130 a.m.
Worship Service......................I 1:00 a.m.
Wed. Evening Prayer ..........7:00 p.m.

RIVERVIEW HEIGHTS MISSIONARY
BAPTIST CHURCH
1321 S.R. 636 East 773-3344
Radio Program WZZS Sundays9;00 a.m.
Sunday School 10;00 a.m.
Morning Worship ....................11:00 a.m.
Evening Worship ....................6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer .:..................7:00 p.m.

SOUL HARVEST MINISTRY
1337 Hwy. 17 Southi 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. 9th Ave. 773-6418
Sunday 9:00 a.m.
Holy Days

ST. MICHAEL'S
CATHOLIC CHURCH
408 Heard Bridge Road 773-4089
Saturday Mass (English) ..........5:00 p.m.
(Spanish) ............7:30 p.m.
Sunday (Spanish)..............:.......7:00 a.m.
(English) 8:30 a.m.
(Spanish) ................. 11:00 a.m.
(Creole) !-0 'Oii"
IDaily Mass in Eii gislI,.l .. .8: 0'a.n
SEVENTH DAY
ADVENTIST CHURCH
205 S. 11th Ave. 773-9927
Sabbath School 9:30 a.m.
Morning Worship ..................11:00 a.m.
Tues. Prayer Meeting................7:00 p.m.
SOUTHSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH
505 S. 10th Ave. 773-4368
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
' Mominng'Worship ...................11:00 a.m.
Evening Worship ......................6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer ............7:00 p.m.

SPIRIT WIND TABERNACLE
1652 Old Bradenton Road
773-2946
Sunday Morning Worship ... 10:30 a.m.
Evening Worship ........... 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Worship ......... 7:30 p.m.
Friday Worship....... ... 7:30 p.m.
TABERNACLE OF PRAISE & JOY
4 l, 116 Orange StL,,.
Sunday School ...... .... 10:00 a.m.
Morning Worship .. ..11:30 a.m.
,o Evening Worship :. ...... 7:00 p.m.
Tues. il1i $St. & Child Train.7:00 p.m.
Friday Prayer service., .... 7:00 p.m.

WAUCHUILA CHURCH OF GOD
1543 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave.
'A" 773-0199
Sunday School ............. 10:00 a.m.
Morning Worship .......... 11:15 a.m.
Evening Wrthlup ........... 6:00 p.m.
SWed. Night Fam. Training .... 7:30 p.m.
Thurs. Youth Bible Study .., .,7:00 p.m.
Friday Night Worship... 7:30 p.h.

WAUCHULA HILLS HARVEST
TEMPLE ASSEMBLY OF GOD
210 Anderson
Sunday School ...........10:00 a.m.
Church . . . .. ...10:00 a.m.
Youth Service. . . ... .. 6:00 p.m.
SEvening Service .. .... .. .... 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday Service......'.. 7:30 p.m.

WAUCHULA HILLS
SPANISH CHURCH OF GOD
1000 Stansfield Rd.
Sunday School ... ........ .10:00 a.m.
Evening Worship. .......... 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday Prayer ............. 7:30 p.m.
Thursday Worship ......... 7:30 p.m.
Saturday Worship......... 7:30 p.m.

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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 .......... 11:00 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 Childcare 735-8586
Morning Worship .......... 10:00 a.m.
Children's Church .......... 10:00 a.m.
Evening Worship ........... 6:00 p.m.
Wed. Youth & F.T.H. ........ 7:00 p.m.

COMMUNITY WESLEYAN CHURCH
Gardner
Sunday School ............ 10:00 a.m.
Morning Worship .......... 11:00 a.m.
Evening Worship ........... 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday Service. ......... 7:00 p.m.

CREWSVILLE BETHEL
BAPTIST CHURCH
8251 Crewsville Road
Church 735-0871 Pastor 773-6657
Sunday School ...........9:45 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 a.m.
Evening Worship ........... 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday............. 7:30 p.m.

FIRST UNITED
METHODIST CHURCH
Corner of 6th & Suw.anee 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 .......... 7:00 p.m.

MARANATHA BAPTIST CHURCH
Corner of Steve 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
Oak Street
Sunday Worship ......... 10:00 a.m.
Evening Worship .'........... 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday Worship ........... 7:30 p.m.
Thursday Worship .......... 7:30 p.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 :'. .. ....... 6:00 p.m.
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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.......I....... 9:30 a.m.,
Morning Worship ....... ... 11 a.m.
Wed. Prayer Service....... .. 7:00 p.m.,

SAN ALFONSO MISSION
3027 Schoolhouse Lane 773-5889
Domingo, Misa en Espanol... 10:30 a.m.
Confesiones ........ ...... 10:00 a.m.
'Doctrina ...... .. 11i30 a.m.

SPANISH MISSION
735-8025
Escuela Dominica .. ,.. ;....;.. 10:00 a.m-i.
Servicio ... ... .. .,..... 11:00 a.m.
Pioneer Club. . .. 6:30 p.m.,
Servicio de la Noche......... 7:00 p.m.
Mierecoles Merienda ........ 6 00 p.m.
Servicio ...........'. .... .. 8:00 p.m;
Sabado Liga de Jovenes 5:00 p.m.

ZOLFO BAPTIST'CHURCH
311 E. 4th Ave. 735-1200
Sunday School ............ 10:00 a.m.
Morning Worship .r.. :..... 11:00 a.m.
Training Union.. .... ... 5:00 pm. ,
Evening Worship ..,....... 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer ........ .. 7,:0 p.m.

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Iri London a nuri left the coin-
vent to become a lion tamer. Bdt
-every Christian should be a lion
tamer.
The Bible says, "Be careful,
watch out for the attacks from the
devil, your great enemy. He prowls
around like a hungry; roaring liori,
looking for some victim to tear
apart." '
Jesus believed in he devil. He
was tempted by him, but He tri;
umphed over him, and so can
you.
How? The Bible says, "Submit
yourselves to1 Godi Resist the
devil, and he will flee from you"
The 'devil dan'"tonstrain, if you
don't consent. Turn your life over
to the Lord, and don't assist the
devil-resist him! .
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Spring is in the air! As the days become warmer and longer, we
begin working in our yards, cleaning out flowerbeds that have
lain dormant through the long winter months, and putting in new
plantings.'.
Inside our homes we begin cleaning windows, doors and floors.
Drapes and carpet undergo professional cleaning. New paint goes
on the wall. For some, even the silver gets polished, Its spring !
But as we spring-dean our houses and yards, le4t! not forget,,
our inner selves. Spring is also a time when we have celebrated
several of our most "holy" religious holidays. It's equally as
important for us to take careful inventory of ourselves, so we, too
can be better prepared for worship and service.
Prayer, fasting, meditation and worship are good "tools" for
spring-cleaning our own selves. "Let us draw near to God...
having our hearts sprinkled to cleanse us..." (Hebrew'10:-2)
Visit your chosen house of worship this spring andbe cleansed
and renewed

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During the past week, sheriff's deputies and city police officers
investigated the following incidents and made the following arrests:
COUNTY
April 30, David Lamar Lewis, 40, of 5760 SW 120th Ave., Webster,
was arrested by Dep. Todd Souther and charged with DUI.
April 30, Elzra White, 57, of 512 Fairfax Dr, Wauchula, was arrested
by Dep. Williams on IDeSoto County warrants charging him with two
counts of non-support.
April 30, Alexander Jackson Jr., 23, of 780 Martin Luther King Jr.
Ave., Wauchula, was arrested by Dep. Paul Johnson and charged with
*domestic violence battery.
April 30, a residential burglary on Broward Street, and thefts on Steve
Roberts Special, Snell Street and U.S. 17 North were reported.
April.29, Roman Martinez Jr., 22, of 2055 Alamo Dr, Bowling Green,
was arrested by Sgt. Sylvia Estes and charged with possession of a firearm
by a convicted felon.
April 29, Kevin Dwayne Maxwell, 19, of 126 College Lane, Bowling
Green, was arrested by Dep. Manuel Zuniga on a warrant charging him
with violation of probation (original charge grand theft).
April 29, a burglary on Old Bowling Green Road, and criminal mis-
chief on Polk Road and U.S. 17 North were reported.
April 28, Lee Vaughn Jackson, 28, 2017 E. Giddens Ave., Tampa, was
arrested by Dep. Manuel Zuniga and charged with grand theft.
April 28, James Robert Frost, 55, of 2614 Kurlue Drive, Zolfo
Springs, was arrested by the countywide Drug Task Force (DTF) and
charged with unlawful possession of listed chemicals.
S April28, Angela Renee Luna, 36, and Manuel Antonio Formosa, 36,
both'of 1094 Boyd Cowart Road, Wauchula, were arrested by Dep..Mark
McCoy. She was charged with giving a false name to a law enforcement
officer and driving with knowledge of a suspended license and he was
detained on a Highlands County warrant alleging failure to appear in court
on a charge of issuing or obtaining property on false information.
April 128, thefts on Rigdon Road and North Florida Avenue were
reported.
April 27, William Maxcy Gough, 31, of 329 River Chase Circle,
Wauchula, was arrested by Dep. Todd Souther on a capias alleging viola-
tion bf a domestic violence injunction for protection.
April 27, Nathan Henry Morgan, 25, of 3208 Purdue Road, Wauchula,
. was arrested by Dep. David Drake on a charge of criminal mischief..
April 27, Christopher Jermaine Pace, 23, P.O. Box 158, Lowell, was
arrested by Dep. David Drake and charged with introduction of contraband
into a detention facility.
April 27, residential burglaries on Hanchey Road and Martin Luther
King JR. Avenue and thefts on Park Drive and Steve Roberts Special were
reported.
April 26, Tammy Wilson-Smith Friel, 38, of 416 N. Ninth Ave.,
Wauchula, was arrested by DTF and charged with possession of metham-
phetamineand possession of drug paraphernalia.
April 26, Rayfield Alonzo Rodriguez, 49, of 4846 Sally Blvd, Bowling
Green, was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on warrants charging him with vio-
lation of probation (original charges DUI, driving while license suspended
and refusal to submit to DUI testing).
April 26, Christopher Andrew Stone, 30, of 743 Sandpiper Drive,
,Wauchula,,was arrested by DTF and charged with trafficking in metham-
phetamine,.possession of methamphetamine with intent to sell, operating a
-nuisance drug 'house and possession of drug paraphernalia. He was detained
-on charges of violation of community control-house arrest (original
:charges possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug parapher-
.nalia).
April 26, Charles Anthony Ellsworth, 38, of 1265 SW Lexington
Place, Arcadia, was arrested by Dep. David Drake on an amended warrant
adbiag mg,hin h hon-suppE- .
April 26, Albert Sanchez, 22, of '007 Troublesome Ave., Bowling
-1Green, was arrested by -Dep. Joe Marble on a warrant charging him with
t1violation of probation (original charge domestic battery).
n April 26, thefts on CR 665, Williams Avenue and U.S. 17 North and
criminal mischief were reported.
April 25, Guadalupe Maldonado, 19, of 2150 Stansfield Road,
SWauchula, was arrested by Dep. Paul Johnson on a warrant charging him
with violation of probation' (original charge possession of methampheta-
mine with intent to sell). Y; ,
,, April 25, JamesKyle Qakley, 19, of 1378 Wilkerson Road, Bowling
Green, was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on a warrant charging him With
violation of probation (original charge possession of methamphetamine).
April 25, grand theft. 6n Airport,Road, criminal mischief on West
toiunty Line Road and a tag stolen on Rigdon Road were reported:.
April 24, Gina Diana Doty, 39, of 1949 Peace River Woods, Wauchula,
jiwas4arrested by Sgtf Everett Lovett on a capias alleging failure to appear in
,Sourt on aqhqrge of-possession of alprazolam.
<* April.24, a residential burglary on Mowatt Street, a burglary on
McEwen Road andicriminal mischief on U.S. '17 North were reported.
it :' WAUCHULA
e9. April 30,'Amanda Leigh Griffin, 28, of 713 E. Oak St., Wauchula, was
arrested by Ofc. KyleBerminghamb on capiases charging here with giving a
false name to a law enforcement officer and resisting arrest without vio-
lence force.
SApril 29, Seledonio Mendoza Trinidad, 26, of 4011 Virginia Trail,
I.West Palm, was arrested by-Sgt. Thomas Harris on a charge of failure to
return from furlough (original charges grand theft, two counts forgery, flee-
ing to elude an officer and three counts driving while license suspended).
April 29, a 13-year-old Wauchula youth was arrested by O.fc. Chris
SLeConte charged with domestic battery and detained on warrants alleging
violation of probation (original charges domestic battery, two counts theft
. and petit theft). .
April '29, criminal mischief'on Il linois Avenue was reported.
:.April 28,.Kage Eiton Smith, 23, of 605 Grove St., Bowling Gireen, was

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arrested by Ofc. Kevin Brock, charged with possession of marijuana and
possession of drug paraphernalia and detained on a warrant alleging viola-
tion of probation (original charge driving while license suspended).
April 28, a theft on South 10th Avenue was reported.
April 27, thefts on Sprrow Road and U.S. 17 South and criminal mis-
chief on South Eighth Avenue were reported.
April 26, Adam Sambrano Ornelas, 28, and Antonio Sambrano
Ornelas, 32, both of 4117 Captiva St., Bowling Green, were arrested by
Ofc. Kyle Bermingham. Adam Omelas was charged with dri,'ing while
license suspended and detained on warrant alleging two counts of non-sup-
port and capiases alleging failure to pay fines on convictions for possession
of drug paraphernalia and driving while license suspended. Antonio
Ornelas, was held on a capias alleging non-support.
April 26, a theft on West Main Street was reported.
April 25, Jose Angel Garza, 28, of 321 N. Florida Ave., Wauchula, was
arrested, by Ofc. Chris LeConte and charged with burglary and grand theft.
April 25, a business burglary on U.S. 17 South, burglary of a con-
veyance on Louisiana Street and a tag stolen on North Fourth Avenue were
reported.
April 24, criminal mischief on Townsend Street was reported.
BOWLING GREEN
April 30, Johnnie Garcia, 28, of 512 W. Jones St., Bowling Green, and

Pride Lead

Dixie Belles

By JOAN SEAMAN
Of The Herald-Advocate
The Hardee Signs Plus Tees
Pride are dominating the three
squads in the Dixie League division
(ages 13-15).
The Pride is undefeated with a 4-
0 record, having beaten both the
State Farm Racers and Crown Ford
Wahoos. The Racers are in second
place with a 2-2 record.
Play in this three-team division
formerly known as juniors division
is limited to two evenings per
week. On Mondays there is one
game on the George Heine fields
off South Florida Avenue behind
Farr Field in Wauchula. On
Thursday's there is a double-head-
er, games at 5:30 and 7:30 p.m.
In last week's Monday game, the
Racers nipped the Wahoos 18-14.
For the Racers, Kristina Garcia,
Kayla Owens, Hannah Jacobs,
Breanna Nellis, Megan Henderson
and Lola Rivera each circled the
bases twice. Vanessa Garza,
Desarea Newcomb, Harley Frank-
lin, Jessica Abbott, Lenoria Shoff-
ner and Emily Starratt had solo
scores.
For the Wahoos, it was Courtney
Buckley with trips around the
base,)()paths. Kristen 'Bergens,
Lind Rossmai, Chelsea Steedley
and Nikki Beck each put twin tal-
lies on the board. Michele Beck and
Jessica Sisum added a run each.
The Pride won a double-header
on Thursday. In the opening game,
the Pride defeated the Racers 10-2.
Amaris Garza, Chelsea Harris
and Kaitlyn Chason made two'trips
around the bases, with :Chason
banging a triple and single to help
her cause. Amber Hines, Taylor
Hulsey, Halley Marshall and Sierra
Gee chipped in with a run apiece.
Garcia was the orily Racer to
score, putting both 'iuns on the
board for her squad. Henderson,

Starratt, Garza, Owens, Shoffner
and Abbott were all stranded on the
basepaths.
In the Thursday nightcap the
Pride downed the Wahoos 22-2.
Kaitlyn Chason, Harris and
Garza were all triple-tally batters
for the Pride. Hines, Hulsey,
Powell, Gee and Marisa Shivers
came home twice each and
Marshall, Franklin Courtney
Chason added a run each.
Bergens and Sisum were the only
Wahoos to get all the way home.
Buckley was stranded twice and
Rossman, Nikki Beck, Ashley'
Albritton and Stephanie Peterson
were each left on base once.

'I .

Eradio G. Cerna, 24, of 902 Alabama St., Bowling Green, were arrested by
Ofc. Daniel Arnold and each charged with three counts aggravated assault
with a firearm. Garcia was also charged' with discharge .of a firearm in pub-
lic, and detained on a capias alleging violation of probation (original charge
possession of methamphetamine).
April 29, Cesar Eduardo Rios, 24, of Bowling, Green, was arrested by
Capt. Brett Dowden and charged with disorderly conduct.
April 29, a 14-year-old Bowling Green youth was arrested by Ofc.
Daniel Arnold on a charge of violation of probation (original charge pos-
session of alcohol by a minor under 21.
April 28, Julio Guzman Gomez, 34, of 1510 Georgia St., Bartow, was
arrested by Chief John Scheel and charged with- possession of metham-
phetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia.
April 28, Benjamin Willis Sanders, 19, of Cliett Ave., Bowling Green,
was arrested by Capt. Brett Dowden and charged with. two counts domestic
battery and possession of cocaine.
April 28, Amy Louise Waters, 32, of 5935 Rich Road, Bowling Green,
was arrested by Capt. Brett Dowden on Polk County warrants charging her
with violation of probation (original charges two counts possession of drug
paraphernalia).
April 28, a fight on Jones Street was reported.
April 27, Luis Guadalupe Gomez, 19, of 426 Lee St., Bowling Green,
was arrested by Ofc. Jereme Bridges on warrants charging 'him with bur-
glary and grand theft and a capias alleging failure to pay a fine for convic-
tion for driving while license suspended).
April 26, Jose Jose Parisio, 25, of 5110 Minor Ave., Bowling Green,
was arrested by Sgt. Robert Ehrenkaufer and charged with disorderly intox-
ication.
April 26, criminal mischief on West Banana Street was reported.

April 25, a theft on Pleasant Way was reported.
ZOLFO SPRINGS
April 29, a residential burglary on Redbird Lane was reported.
April 27, a theft on West Fifth Street was reported.
April 25, Stephanie Denise McCullough, 33, of 3043 Stiwannee St.,
Zolfo Springs, was arrested by Ofc. Ricky Selph arid charged with child
abuse.
April 25, Lindsey Jade McCullough, 13, of 3043 Suwannee St., Zolfo
Springs, Zolfo Springs, was arrested by Ofc. Ricky Selph and charged withA
aggravated assault.

If you wish in this world to
advance, your merits you're
bound to enhance; You must stir
it and stump it, and blow your
own trumpet, or trust me, you
haven't a chance.
-W. S. Gilbert

Much talking is the cause of
danger. Silence is ,the means of
avoiding misfortune. The talk-
ative parrot is shut up in a cage.
Other birds, without speech, fly
freely about.
-Saskya Pandita

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COLTON'S FIRST GOBBLER
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Colton Mills, 11, son of David and Amy Mills of Wauchula, harvested his first turkey this past sea-
son. His gobbler had a 10 and a quarter-inch beard. Colton (left) doubled up to kill a gobbler
along with his father David, who is employed by Wood Haven Custom Calls. Their hunt can be
seen on the new DVD Springtime Victory's sold in Cabelas. This hunt and some of the others were
filmed in Hardee County.

Pae From The PasI tE~

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

WANTS TO KNOW IF YOU .
NEED A HOME
APPOINTMENTS NOW BEING SCHEDULED FOR INTER-
: rVIEWS!

The Three Qualifying Guidelines:

1 NEED-

a. current housing is inadequate

I ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
MONDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, Donut, Bagel,
Juice, Milk
Lunch: Chicken & Rice or
Pepperoni Pizza (Salad Tray,
Garden Peas, Peaches, Juice, Roll)
and Milk
TUESDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, Sausage
Sandwich, Juice, Milk
Lunch: Oven Fried Chicken or
Rib-B-Que on Bun (Salad Tray,
Savory Rice, Pears, Juice, Roll) and
Milk
WEDNESDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, Cheese Pizza,
Pears, Milk
Lunch: Burrito or Hamburger on a
Bun (Salad Tray, Potato Rounds,
Baked Beans, Pineapple Crisp,
Juice) and Milk
THURSDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, French Toast,
Sausage, Juice, Milk
Lunch: Cheese Pizza or Lasagna
(Salad Tray, Green Beans, Pears,
Juice, Rolls) and Milk
FRIDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, Muffin, Mixed
Fruit, Milk
Lunch: Pizza Pocket or Combo
Sub (Salad Tray, Whole Kernel Corn,

Strawberries & Peaches, Juice) and
Milk
JUNIOR HIGH
MONDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, Donut, Bagel,
Juice, Milk
Lunch: Chicken & Rice or Tuna
Salad w/Crackers or Pepperoni
Pizza (Tossed Salad, Garden Peas,
Buttered Carrots, Cole Slaw,,
Peaches, Juice,.Roll) and Milk
TUESDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, Sausage Patty
Sandwich, Juice, Milk
Lunch: Oven Fried Chicken or
Rib-B-Que or Cheese Pizza (Tossed
Salad, Carrot-Raisin Salad, Savory
Rice, Pears, Juice, Roll) and Milk
WEDNESDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, Cheese Pizza,
Pears, Milk
Lunch: Burrito or Hamburger on a
Bun w/Dill or Pepperoni Pizza
(Lettuce & Tomato, Potato rounds,
Baked Beans, Pineapple Crisp,
Juice) and Milk
THURSDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, French Toast,
Sausage Patty, Juice, Milk
Lunch: Cheese Pizza or'Toasted
Cheese Sandwich w/HB Egg or
Lasagna (Tossed Salad, Green
Beans, Waldorf Salad, Pears, Juice,
Roll) and Milk
FRIDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, Blueberry
Muffin, Fruit Cocktail, Milk
Lunch: Meatloaf or Taco Hot
:ocket or Combo Sub (Lettuce &

Tomato, Whole Kernel Corn,
Steamed Cabbage, Strawberries &
Peaches, Juice) and Milk
SENIOR HIGH I
MONDAY'
Breakfast: Cereal, Donut, Bagel,
Juice, Milk
Lunch: Chicken & Rice (Tossed
Salad, Turnip Greens, Juice,
Peaches, Beets, ;Cornbread, Black-
Eyed Peas) and Milk
TUESDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, Sausage Patty
Sandwich, Juice, Milk
Lunch: Fried Chicken (Tossed
Salad, Savory Rice, Mixed Veget-
ables, Squash, Pears, Juice, Roll)
and Milk
WEDNESDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, Cheese Pizza,
Pears, Milk
Lunch: Burrito (Tossed Salad,
Mexican Rice, Mexicali Corn, Pinto
Beans and Ham, Juice, Fruit
Cocktail) and Milk
THURSDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, French Toast,
Sausage, JUice, Milk
Lunch: Lasagna (Tossed -alad,
Carrots, Veggie Cup, Garden Peas,
Jell-O w/Fruit, Waldorf Salad, Roll,
Juice) and Milk
FRIDAY
Breakfast:. Cereal, Blueberry
Muffin, Fruit Cocktail, Milk
Lunch: Pepperoni Pizza Hot
Pocket (Tossed Salad, Garden Peas,
Squash, Ranger Cookies, Juice,
Roll), and Milk .

b. unable to obtain bank financing

2. ABILITY TO PAY -

a. must have enough income to make mortgage pay-

ments and meet family needs

3. WILLINGNESS TO PARTNER -

a. your family must volunteer 400 hours of "sweat equi-

ty" work before you can occupy a Habitat home.

TO START THE APPLICATION PROCESS:
Call Habatit for Humanity between 9 a.m. and 12 noon at
773-0579
1) your name
2) phone number and
3) say "for application information"

Habitat For Humanity of Hardee County Inc
663 S 6th Ave
Wauchula FL 33873,
Spanish Interpreter available on request.

Habitacion para la Humanidad
Quiere saber si usted ..
LNecesita un Hogar?

Ya se estan fiaciendo citas para entrevistasf

Para cualificar se necesita lo siguiente:
1. NECESIDAD-
a. su present hogar esta insuficiente
b.,no a podido obtener prestamos de un banco

2. PODER PAGAR -
a. deber tener suficientes ingresos para hacer
pagos del nuevo hogar y tambien poder con
las necesidades de la familiar
3. DAR CONSENTIMIENTO DE SER ASOCIADO
CON LA HABITACION PARA LA HUMANIDAD -
a, su familiar va necesitar trabajar 400 horas vol-
untariamente en "sweat equity" antes que
pueda ocupar el hogar de la Habitacion para
la Humanidad.

PARA EMPEZAR EL PROCESS DE LA APLICACION:
Llame la oficina de Habitacion para la Humanidad al
numero: 773-0579
Si la maquina contest cuando Ilame, por favor deje:
.1) su nombre
2) su numero do telefono,
3) y diga "etoy Ilamando acerca de
la information de la aplicacion".

Habitat For Humanity of Hardee County Inc
663 S 6th Ave
Wauchula FL 33873
Spanish Interpreter available on request.

A room without books is like a body without a soul.
-G. K. Chesterton

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COUNTY COURT
The following marriage licens-
es were issued recently in the
office of the county court:
David Naranjo, 24, Wauchula,
and Lyndsay Marie Smith, 28,
Bowling Green.
Chuhu T. Xiong, 53, Wauchula,
and Maiyeng Vue, 25, Wauchula.

The following small claims
cases were disposed of recently
by the county judge:
Monogram Credit Card Bank of
Georgia vs. Rebecca J. Briones,
voluntary dismissal.

Loran Cogburn,
Hardee County vs.
Toledo and Alejan
order authorizing d
animals seized.
Discover Bank vs
order approving stipi
tlement.
Discover Bank vs.
voluntary dismissal
Wauchula State
Thomas W. Lanham,
Florida Farm Bur
Co. a/s/o Ralph Pfug
Ann Hernandez, judge
Asset Acceptanc

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that ILFNE N&JON KLASFELD, CO TRUSTEES
OF THE JON KLASFELD TRUST DATED 5/14/1996, the holder of the following
certificate has filed said certificate for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate
number and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which
it was assessed are as follows:
CERTIFICATE NO. 70 YEAR OF ISSUANCE 1998
Description of Property: 'y' :'
Lot 5, Block 16. Town of One, Section 33. Tow nship 34 South, Range 24 East. Hardee
County Florida.
SUBJECT TO COVENANT, RESERVATIONS, RESTRICTIONS AND EASE-
MENTS OF RECORD, RECORDED IN THE OFFICIAL RECORDS OF HARD-
EE COUNTY, FLORIDA. .
AS RECORDED IN BOOK: 336 PAGE: 722 .
'Name in which assessed: ROBERT & BELL LOOS
Said property being in the County of HARDEE, State of Florida.
Unless such certificate shall be redeemed according 19 law the properl'v described
in such certificate shall-be sold lo the 1Wigbe' bidder at tbe toi'lIhouse dpor Iqaltc
at 417 West Main Street, Wauchula, Fl 33873'on the 31st lay of MAY, 2006. at 'l;00
a.m.

Dated this 20th day of APRIl 2006.
B. Hugh Bradley
,Clerk of Circuit Court
Hardee County, Florida
AD NO.41 '. .' *
By: LAURA L. BARKER'
-Deputy Clerk

, '"* '

SGuadalupe .&-'Florps, stipulation
for settlement approved.

The following misdemeanor
Sheriff of cases were disposed of recently in
Juan Carlos county court. ,
idro Mendez, Barbara Ann Bradley, 'petit theft
destruction of amended to retail theft, adjudi-
cation withheld, probation six
Jerald Dunn, months, no contact with business,
elation for set- $315 fine and court costs, $60 pub-
lic defender fee, $90 investigative
James Daniel, cQStS.
.. i Ricky Lee Fulk, domestic
Bank vs. assault, transferred to pretrial inter-
judgment. mention (PTI) program.
eau Insurance Willie Lee Grey, petit theft -
h vs. Deborah amended to retail theft, probation
ment. six' months, stay away from busi-
e LLC vs. ness, $315 ,fine and court costs,
$100 public defender fees, $90
investigative costs.
from the cen- Alberto Lopez Lopez, possession
of' deer during .closed season,
estreated bond.
Catarino Moreno, ,domestic ;bat-
tery, probation' six.'months, four-
AT *5 RM.- hour domestic violence class, n9
contact with victim, $667,fine and
court costs, $50 investigative costs.
.Travis B. Pitts, loitering and
K prowling, not prosecuted.
Henry Anthony, Royal, domestic
battery, transferred to,PTI program.
1,Jqhn Clift n Royal Jr., .domestic
OR 0 battery, transferred to PTI program.
.Abel Garrido, giving false name
to., law enforcement officer, proba-
ood tion one year, complete defensive
Good driving class $315 fine, and court
thru costs, $100 public defender fees,
$60. investigative; costs, 10 hours
51/30 community.service (concurrent)..
W:. illie Jahefis Lee Jr.; domestic
battery, 12, m nths. probation, 26-
week batters intervention class,
$667 fine and court costs, $100
PA public defender fees, $60 investiga-
IO N tive costs. *
Rick Rambo :'McCumber, 'con-
tributirrg to the delin4iiency .of a
minor and possession-of drug para-
pherna'lid, adjudication -withheld,
.a '12 months probation, random drug
screens, 'warrantless 'search: and
57 seizure, $190 court costs, 50; hours
community service (concurrent);
giving a false name, to a law
enforcement officer, not prosecut-
ed r : '
:Robert Jene-McMahan, domestic
assault, not prosecuted.

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The.following criminal traffic
cases were disposed of recently in
county court. Dispositions are
based on Florida: Statutes, dri-
ving record and facts concerning
the case.
Rick Rambo McCumber,' DUI,
.probation .12 months;' license sus-
pended-six months; ignition inter-
lock, no alcohol or bars,: $885 fine
and court costs, $100 public
defender fees, $60 investigative
costs, 50 hours community service,
.'(concurrent); driving while license
suspended (DWLS), not prosecut-
ed.
Shermaine Rashay Baker,
DWLS and no registration certifi-
cate, 10 days in jail suspended
with payment of fines and court.
costs, $33.0 fine and court costs.
'JoseMaria Becerta, DWLS, 10
Says --- suspended,' $30 fine and"
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Christopher George Bigelow,
leaving, the; scene o.f .an. accident
i th..ihprperl,' damage."' adjirdication
.vk thehdb 16 purs community ser-
Vice. "'
Isaias Carrillo-Estrada., DWLS,
10 days suspended,, $330 fine
and court costs. .' ; '
Janie H. Castillo, DWLS, $330
.fine .and court costs.
-'iemando Cha.oji, ,lUI, proba-
tpi. 12 mbnth's. li rise' suspended'
si\ months, tag impound 10 days,
alcohol abuse evaluation and treat-
Sment, no 'bars or alcohol., tndom
'drtig screens, $662.50 fine .and
cotirt costs $60 investigative costs,
50 hours community service.
S sP. d'isay tPrie.. DWLS;. 10'
ay s 'i. sp'ehdea, '$33 'fine and
court costs.
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adjudication withheld, $205 court
costs.
James Merwyn Scott, DUI, pro-
bation one year, license suspended
six months, 10 days tag impound,
DUI school, evaluation and treat-
ment, no alcohol or bars, $662.50
fine and court costs, $50 investiga-
tive costs, 50 hours community ser-
vice.
Panuncio Reyes-Sanjuan, DUI
with property damage, two counts
DUI with personal injury and no
valid license with property damage,
estreated bonds.

CIRCUIT COURT
The following civil actions
were filed recently in the office of
the circuit court:
Julian Dixon vs. Florida Parole
Commission, petition for review of
inmate status.
Stacy Gough vs. William Maxcy
Gough, petition -for injunction for
protection.
Gary Delatorre vs. Alejandro
Garcia et al, petition to foreclose
mortgage.
Stephanie Valdez and Anthony
Valdez Sr., divorce.
-Amalia Martinez Garcia and
Jenaro Garcia, divorce.
Lylia Hernandez o/b/6 minor
child vs. Kayla Morales, petition
for injunction for protection.
Kristen Albritton and Joshua
Albritton,. divorce.
Demesio Flores Rodriguez and
Maria C. Rodriguez, divorce.
Kayla Morales vs. Lylia
Hernandez o/b/o minor child, peti-
tion for injunction for protection.
'Ralph A. Crawford and Sharon J.
Crawford, divorce.
Robert Earl Doster vs. James V.
Crosby and the state Department of
Corrections, petition for review of
inmate status.
Ivery T. Jackson Casso -and the
state.' Department of Revenue
(DOR) vs. Rudy N. Casso Jr., peti-
tion for a' child support order.
Rochenel Enelus and Adiana
Enelus Alfred, divorce.

The following decisions on civil
cases pending in the circuit court
were handed down recently by
the circuit court judge:
Donnis Alvis Barber and
Kathleen Dowling Barber, dis-
missed.
Cynthia Douglas vs. Dwight
Douglas Jr., order on enforcement
of child support order.
Amber Harrison and DOR vs.
Michael Vaughn, withdrawal of
petition for contempt order for non-
support.
Alice Kitchens. and Rocky
iKitchens, amendiel divorf6ettleL
ment agreement'., ,k w "q'
Manuel A. Formoso vs. Tessa A.
Love, child support order terminat-
ed.
David and Ruth Ann Soles vs.
Wallace A. Neel et al, motion to
dismiss case denied.
Daisy Juanita Richardson and
DOR vs, Vernon. Lee Richardson
Jr., voluntary dismissal of petition
for, child support contempt order.
:Joann'e Albach vs. Gary Bayes,
case made inactive due to m6veout
of state. .
':.Deutsche Bank National Trust
Co. as trustee vs. Nathaniel R.
Braddock et al, dismissed.
Judy Diana McQuaig and DOR
vs. Eric Andrew Woods, child sup-
port order.:
Sandy Jean Staton and DOR vs.
Timothy Paul Staton, order consol-
i dating child support cases.
Audrey Haynes vs. Johnny
Harris, cancel child support order.
,a., Amanda McKinney vs. William
'i"McKinney III, cancel child support
arrearages.
Jessica Nolden vs. Henry A.
Royal, injunction for protection.
Bruce Judah vs. Samantha
Peiper, voluntary dismissal of
injunction for protection.
S Mary L. Gonzalez and DOR vs.
SMaria C. Martinez, close child sup-

port order and set arrearages.
Cynthia Gene Fairless and DOR
vs. Richard Denis Rivera, child
support order.
Carol Donahue Gargus and DOR
vs. Robert James Johnston, amend-
ed child support order.
Virginia Robbin Snyder and
DOR vs. Efrain Joel Garza, child
support order.
Isabel C. Izaguirre and DOR vs.
Jennifer Hurtado, child support
order.
Alocyndor Jones vs. Ninfa C.
Davis and Direct General Insurance
Co., dismissed.
Crystal, Bird and DOR vs. Carl
Kaltofen, child support order.
Barbara Chavez vs. William
Gough, child support terminated.
Conseco Finance Servicing
Corp. vs. Robert D. Elan et al, peti-
tion amended.

The following felony criminal
cases were disposed of last week
by the circuit judge. Defendants
have been adjudicated guilty
unless noted otherwise. When
adjudication is withheld, it is
pending successful completion of
probation. Sentences are pur-
suant to an investigative report
by and the recommendation of.
the state probation office and
also state sentencing guidelines.
Final discretion is left to the
judge.
Juan Jose Alcantar, violation of
community control house arrest
(original charges possession of
methamphetamine and possession
of drug paraphernalia), violation
affidavit withdrawn, community
control terminated.
Jesus Lopez Jr., two counts pos-
session of methamphetamine, two
counts possession of drug para-
phernalia, possession of marijuana,
uttering a forged instrument and
aggravated battery, estreated bonds.
Ruben R. Perez, violation of pro-
bation (original charge possession
of a concealed firearm), probation
revoked, one year one day Florida
State Prison with credit for time
served (CTS) and concurrent with
Polk County sentence, outstanding
fines and fees placed on lien; viola-
tion of probation (original charge
driving while license suspended),
time served.
Francisco Martinez Rodriguez,
lewd molestation amended to
child abuse, adjudication withheld,
probation five years, no contact
with victim or children under 18,
$100 fine, $395 court costs.
Ester Reas, arson, not prosecut-
ed.
Joe Arthur Byers, violation of
community control (original charge
felony driving while license sus-
pended), violation affidavit with-
drawn, resume community control.
Santos Contreras, possession of
methamphetamine and possession.
of drug paraphernalia, 30 days in
jail CTS and concurrent, $100 fine,
$395 court costs and $115 public
defender fees placed on lien; pos-
session of drug paraphernalia, not
prosecuted, transferred to county
court with filing of misdemeanor
charge; possession of methamphet-
amine, not prosecuted. .
Kathleen Cuthbertson, violation'
of probation (original charges.
grand theft and five counts uttering
a forged instrument), probation
revoked, two years community :
control with same.other conditions.
Laneatha Lanet'Daily, aggravat-
ed battery of a pregnant. woman,
not prosecuted. "
Shannron Allen Gentry, felony
fleeing to elude a law enforcement
officer with active lights and siren
and driving while license suspend-
ed, not prosecuted, transferred to
county court with filing of criminal
traffic charges.
Robert Lee Mendoza, felony dri-
ving while license suspended, not
prosecuted, transferred to county
traffic court. *'
John Clifton Royal Jr., grand

'HARDEE COUNTY
PUBLIC NOTICE

The Hardee County Board of County Commissioners
adopted Ordinances Nos. 02-17 and 04-01, which
authorize a financial hardship exception to the solid'
waste disposal and fire rescue portions of the special

assessment fees. Property owners qualifying for this
exception will receive a refund or a credit in the
amount of the current tax year's approved non-ad
valorem taxes toward the special assessment fees for
solid waste disposal and fire rescue assessment fees.

If you are interested in applying for this exception, 0
if you have any questions pertaining to this issue,
please contact the Office of Management and Budget

at 863/773-3199. Applications will be accepted until
May 31, 2006.

Clifton N. Timmerman, Chairman
Board of County Commissioners
Hardee County, FJoflda 4:27,5:4,5:11,5.18,5 25c'

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theft, not prosecuted.
Robert Trevino Jr., violation of
probation (original charge posses-
sion of methamphetamine), proba-
tion revoked, 225 days in jail CTS,
license suspended two years, out-
standing fines and fees placed on
lien; violation of probation (origi,
nal charges possession of drug
paraphernalia and resisting arrest
without force, time served; pos-
session of methamphetamine and
possession of drug paraphernalia,
not prosecuted. I "'
Mabel Arlene Workman, posses-
sion of marijuana with intent to
sell, possession of marijuana and
possession of drug paraphernalia,
adjudication withheld,, 18 months
drug offender probation, curfew;
warrantless search and seizure, no
alcohol or drugs, random drug
screens, evaluation and treatment
$100 fine, $395 court costs, 50
hours community service.
Christopher Jermain Pace,
motion for post-conviction relief on
15-year sentence on charge of viqi
lation of probation (original
charges possession of cocaine with
intent to sell, possession of mari-
juana with intent to sell and resist-
ing an officer without violence),
motion granted, violation of proba.
tion hearing.rescheduled. -
Valentin Bermudez Patino, .pos.
session of cocaine, not prosecuted,
successfully completed drug pretri-
al intervention program.
Bradley Joe Galvan, possession
of a controlled substance, possesy-
sion of marijuana and possession of
drug paraphernalia, not prosecuted
Billy Shane Rudd, habitual dri-
ving while license revoked and
possession of drug paraphernalia;
not prosecuted, Okeechobee
County will handle charges. ;

The following real estate
transactions of $10,000 or more
were filed recently in the office of
the clerk of court: -
Realty Investors of LaBelle Inc.
to Lesley Lyle Stenico, $14,000.
Gertrude F. Smith to Harold
Shelton, $20,000.
Eugene L. Sr. and Betty C.
Alderman and Sara Alderman Polkc
to Linda Deadena Calvillo,
$18,500.
Ray and Vicki S. Eures Wells to
Ruben Bautista, $27,722.
Chris E. and Kathy M. Fulkersoh
to Rolando Lantigua, $220,000. 'l
Jesus Angel and Elena T. Aguilar
Patino to Sandra Hernandez,
$95,000.
Robert C. and Robin E. Abbott
and Arthur B. Avery Jr. to Bee Vang
and Chai Lor, $95,000.
'::-RQoiert C. ,and Robin E& Abbott
and AuthurB. Avery Jr. to William
H. Yang and Joua Vang, $95,000. I
James Lamar Cumbee to James
Lamar Cumbee and Kelly Cumbee,
$43,000.
Robert C. and Robin E. Abbott
and Arthur B. Avery Jr. to Kalink
and Kahamkou Vorasane, $95,000.
Chad Anderson and Travis
Wiggins to Homer Earl II and Jame
Carlton Gaskins, $140,000.
Margrete Buettner to Stine
FaM1ly Partnership LTD, $450,000.
Carl L. Jr. and Mary Jane Sisum
to'Nicolas and Leticia Miranda,
$150,000.
James Dennis Sr. and Emily E.
Sasser to John P. and Candace W.
Bozeman, $90,000.
Vasilios P. Diakomihalis to Frank
Vasquez Inc., $150,000.
Timothy, >. Vacha to Ernest
Exenidin4f'ene Exendine, Frank E.
Exendine 'and Jackie Exendine,
$15,000.
Robert H.-and Kathryn J. Ford to
Homes of Wauchula Inc., $67,000.
Roberta Ragan to Martin M.
Wohl, $12,000.
Taylor Enterprises Inc. to Mark
P. Smythe, $190,000.
Michael K. Nicholson to Patricia
Elabed, $95,000.
Minnie Lou Mathis Wells to
Rafik Ahmad Abdelhalim, $75,000.

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May 4, 2006, The Herald-Advocate 7C

WaTy BackWhen

-:This week in history, as
researched from the archival
pages of The Florida Advocate,
the Hardee County Herald and
The Herald-Advocate of...

Three errors, a passed ball and
Terrell's two-run single accounted
for four runs in the bottom of the
third. Dan Hunter struck out seven,
allowed only two hits and walked
three in winning his eighth straight
-.'+ ^- .. .....^i ,-., -i_^_ _

S 75 YEARS AGO victory without a aereat.
Cary A. Hardee Plans To Entel -
Race In 1932: Former governor Ole Hoss Sale Set For May 26:
Cary A. Hardee, of Live Oak, wilr-The Kiwanis Club's annual "Ole
enter the race for governor in 1932. aPHoss" Auction for the benefit of
This word was given to the underprivileged children and other
Advocate this week by Max club activities will be held on the
Hardee, of Wauchula, who is cousin church lot at Sixth and Main on
to the former governor. Saturday evening, May 26.
SHardee County, which was This is an annual event, and the
formed in 1921, was named in funds received from the sale are
honor of Gov. Hardee, who was used by the club for child welfare
chief executive from 1920-1924. work including tonsil operations,
deIntal uwnrk .ev.lase annd ndum.r-

Kiwanis To Gather In Miami
Next Week: Kiwanians of the
United States and Canada will gath-
er in Miami this weekend for the
annual convention of Kiwanis
International, which will be held
May 3-7.
This is the first time Kiwanis
International has ever held a con-
vention in Florida, and more than
5,000 Kiwanians are expected to
attend. Every member of the local
club has registered.
,' Elementary School Graduation
Tonight: Gradation exercises of the
Wauchula elementary school will
take place tonight in the City Hall
Auditorium; when 54 boys and girls
will receive certificates promoting
them to the high school.
SThis .completes the eight-month
term. The exercises will begin. at 8
p.m. and Col. S.D. Williams, coun-
ty attorney, will be delivering the
graduation address.
50 YEARS AGO
Army Plans New Wauchula
Armory: The House Appropriations
Committee has been told that the
Army plans to construct a new
reserve armory in Wauchula this
year beginning on July 1.
Congressman Haley was told that
the Army has asked Congress for
$68,000 for construction of the new
Wauchula armory, which would be
equipped for the training of 100
reservists. A date has not been set
for completion, but the new armory
will be under way soon.
'Cats Win First Round Game In
SWEC Tournament: The Hardee
Wildcats began the 1956 SWFC
Baseball Tournament -at- .artbw
Monday night: by troundig the
Lake Wales Highlanders 10-0 in an
abbreviated five-inning game.

ous other needs of Hardee County
children. The club will appreciate
donations for the auction such as
goods, tools, furniture, clothing or
shoes.
25 YEARS AGO
Adopted Burros At New Home
On Peace Valley Ranch: Six wild
burros from San Diego, Calif., have
found homes in Hardee County
under the "Adopt-A-Horse or
Burro" program. Peace Valley
Ranch owner Ed Rogers adopted
one of the jennies, Jack Hennig
adopted a jenny, and Bill Rogers
adopted three jennles and a jack.
The charge for adopting a burro is
$120 each, which covers the
expense of catching them, trans-
porting them to their new homes
and a health certificate. Ed Rogers
says the main reason he adopted
one was to keep it from being
destroyed.
Pot Trial Near End For 2 Men:
The trial of two more men in the
Gardner pot- smuggling conspiracy
is nearing a close this week. Charles
R. Smalley and John A. Moore are
being tried in Polk County Circuit
Court by Judge Oliver L. Green Jr.
on charges of racketeering and con-
spiracy.
The prosecution claims that
Moore was an off-loader on several
of the smuggling flights and
Smalley helped to set up six land-
ings in Okeechobee and the one
which failed in Gardner. The two
are among 29 defendants charged
with smuggling $50 million worth
of marijuana into Florida on 12
flights since 1975.
"Pictured' on the front page of the
May 7, 1981, issue of The Herald-
Advocate is a house covered in ani-
mal bones. It is one of the locations

First Baptist Upends St. Michael's

for filming the movie "Hole In The
Wall" by the Horse Creek
Production Co.
The producer of the film refused
to give out any interviews or release
the names of any of the cast mem-
bers for the movie until filming is
completed, near July 4. All location
sites and filming are behind locked
gates. In keeping with the secrecy
desired by the producer, the loca-
tion of the house is not being
revealed.
10 YEARS AGO
Wauchula Offers 'Amnesty' To
Spring Cleaners: For the second
year, the city of Wauchula will hold
an Amnesty Month, allowing resi-
dents to put all manner of trash,
debris, old appliances and whatnot
curbside during May without cost.
For the entire month of May, res-
idents are encouraged to clean out
their garages and sheds, trim their
trees and bushes and check out their
closets and shelves. The goal is to.
help remove unsightly and
unhealthy debris, spruce up the
appearance of the community and
make Wauchula a prettier place to
live.
Doc's Day Promises Much Fun!:
Have you ever wanted to "walk
with the animals and talk with the
animals" as the old song goes?
Well, "'Doc's Day of Animal Play"
on Saturday may give you that feel-
ing.
How about a little Monkey
Business, Raccoon In The Trash or
Flamingo Ring Toss? These and.
about 20 other fun games will be
among the booths and stops along'
the circuit set up at the east end of
Pioneer Park from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.,
The fundraiser is in honor of the
late Dr. Harold E. Henderson,
beloved Wauchula veterinarian and
doctor to the two dozen animals
housed at the little zoo in Pioneer
Park.
Pictured on the front page of the
May 2, 1996, issue of The Herald-
Advocate is Wauchula City Clerk
Mavis Best, who is watching Mayor
Henry Graham administer the oath
of office to her interim replacement,
Jenna Lach.
Best, who gave 33 years the
city with the last 25 as elected clerk,
announced her retirement earlier
this year. Monday was her last day,
Lach takes over temporarily until
the: position, is filled in November
elections. Best goes on to new pur-
suits, forsaking audits and agendas
for grandchildren and gardening.

By JOAN SEAtAN
Of The Herald-Advocate
The, top. trio of teams played
upset softball lastiweek. .
As'"a result, there are now no
undefeated teams in the 2006
Men's Church Softblall League.
Watichula First Baptit avenged its
earlier loss, to St. Michael's
Catholic and knocked it from the
ranks of the 'unbeaten. Christian,
Heritage,. ;however, turned the
tables earlier in the Week and beat
First Baptist.
The standings just past the mid-
dle of the season thus have St.
Michael's with a slim lead with its
7-1 record. First Baptist and
Christian Heritage are each at 6-2.
Trailing them are Bowling Green
Baptist, First Christian and St.
Alfonso's Chapel.
Many of the teams flexed their"
muscles in wins last week. In
Tuesday's early game on Field 3,
St. Michael's defeated Bowling
Green 25-10.
SCalvin Brutus smacked L pair of
three-run homers and pair of dou-
bles for seven RBls for St.
Michael's. Rodger Brutus and Josh
McKibben had one apiece. Leadoff
batter Felix Salinas also had four
hits and collected five- RBIs.
.Thomas Trevino joined Rodger
Brutus with Three trips around the
bases, while son Calvin afnd Mike
Carte each took fouk.
Lewis Martin homered and dou-
bled for five RBIs for Bowling
Green. Paul Roberts, Wally Helms,
Jonathan Allison and Byron Allison
each scored twice and Jason Evans
chipped in with apair of hits.
The Field 3 nightcap was a
thriller, with Christian Heritage
nipping First Baptist 9-7.
Scotty Whitener was the only
triple-tally batter for Heritage.
Harold Smith, Willie Dickerson
and Daniel Kline added a pair of
scores apiece. Three hits by Wayne
Parrish helped moved them along.
Daniel Barnett was .the, only,
twin-tally batter for First Baptist.,
West Palmer, Mark' Mciee and
Gerry Lindsey joined himn with two,
hits apiece. Kell0n Durrance tripled
and scored. Todd Rogers, Jerry
Albritton, Michael Kellfy. and
Lindsey scored one run each.
Meanwhile, on Field 4's only
game, First Christian outlasted St.
Alfonso's 19-15. ,
A triple by Joseph Johnston and
doubles by Eddie, Darin Canary'
and Josh Albritton were the only
long ball hits for First Christian.
They each circled the bases twice,
as did Chris Knight, Dusty Massey,
Tommy Hartman and Kevin
Rickett.

Abel Hernandez, Bryan Smith,
'Lee V., Ivan Figueroa and Alex
each doubled for St. Alfonso's. Jose
Gomez, Alex, Lee and Smith came
around to cross home plate twice
apiece.
The Thursday Field 4 game was
another close encounter for St.
Alfonso's, which took it on the chin
in a 12-10 loss to Bowling Green.
Hank Butler homered, Jonathan
Allison tripled and Roberts doubled
twice for Bowling Green. Bryan
Coomer, Allison, Ian Trott, Mike
and Roberts stroked three hits
apiece. Martin, Butler, Roberts and
Coomer scored twice apiece.
Eddie Strange slapped a pair of
doubles and a single for St.
Alfonso's. Lee V. had three hits and
four RBIs and leadoff batter Sergio
Zamora put four runs on the board.
Strange added three more and
Smith, Sam Rivera and Gomez
each put one more in the book.
The 6:45 game on Field 3 was
the battle between First Baptist and
St. Michael's which had won the
earlier tussle 21-17. First Baptist
basked in the 12-9 win this time
around.
For the Baptists, Efran Schrader'
tripled and doubled, McGee and
Barnett each doubled trice and Jay
Belflower, Rogers and Bob
SNorman each also doubled.

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NOTICE To PATIENTS
Family Practice of Fort Meade will be closing effective
April 30, 2006.

Beginning May 1, Dr. Geldart, Dr. Khurana and Mr.
Kennedy will see patients at Family Practice Center of
Avon Park, Pioneer Medical Center in Wauchula and
Heartland Occupational Health in Sebring. Patients
desiring to remain under the medical care of Dr.
Geldart, Dr. Khurana and Mr. Kennedy may request
that their medical records be forwarded to their new
practice locations. Others may request their medical
records before the closing date mentioned above.
After April 30, patient medical records will be
transferred to Florida. Physicians Medical Group
Heartland Division's administrative office at 4421 Sun
N Lake Boulevard, Suite D in Sebring, Florida 33872.
Dr. Donald Geldart, Dr. Sunaina Khurana, Physician
Assistant Dick Kennedy and the entire staff extend
thanks and gratitude to patients for their support.
Family Practice of Fort Meade
13 West Broadway
".u Fort Meade, FL 33841
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Lindsey, McGee, Belflower and
Schrader were two-score batters.
For the Catholics, McKibben
smacked the only homer and
Salinas and Ruben Rivas each dou-
bled. Rivas and Carte came home
twice each and Salinas, McKibben,
Roger and Calvin Brutus and Ray
Rivas touched home once each.
In the 8:15 game, Christian
Heritage handled First Christian
13-10.
Jarrod Tisko and Dickerson
tripled and Eric Russell, Harold
Smith, Dickerson, Johnny
Gonzales and Tony Smith each
doubled for Heritage. Harold Smith
was the only triple-score batter.
Russell, Whitener and Bob G. were
all twin-tally batters. Whitener had
a four-for-five night at the plate.
Leadoff batter Eddie tripled and
Alan Tubbs, Justin Battles and
Tony each doubled twice for First
Christian. Johnston and Battles
were the only two-score batters.
Massey, Tubbs, Rickett, Albritton,
Tony and Eddie each touched home
once.
If you can't sleep, then get up
and do something instead of
lying there worrying. It's the
worry that gets you, not the lack
of sleep.
-Dale Carnegie

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8C The Herald-Advocate, May 4, 2006

HOW THE PROGRAM WORKS
The Crime Stoppers program is designed to protect the iden-
tity of the caller. WE DO NOT WANT YOUR NAME, JUST YOUR
INFORMATION. When you report a tip using the Crime
Stoppers toll free number, you will be assigned a special iden-
tifier code.
Once your information has been received, the Crime
Stoppers staff notifies the appropriate law enforcement
agency. If your information leads to an arrest or the recovery of
stolen property, you may become eligible for a cash reward.
The Crime Stoppers Board of Directors makes the final deci-
sion on the reward amount.
Because your anonymity,is guaranteed, it is very important
for you to retain the assigned identifier code in order to be able
to collect the cash reward. You will be given instruction on how
to collect the money.

PROCEDURES FOR CALLING IN A TIP
To anonymously report Information for an unsolved case call toll free
1-800-226-TIPS (8477) and report your informatoin to the Crime Stoppers
staff member.
You will receive a special identifier code. This code is your only link to
the Crime Stoppers.
You will be asked to check back with Crime Stoppers and give your
code to find out if your information led to the arrest or the recovery of
stolen property.

WHY DO WE NEED CRIME STOPPERS
CRIME STOPPERS is based on the principle "Someone other than the
criminal has information that can solve a crime."
CRIME STOPPERS was created to combat the three major problems
faced by Law Enforcement in generating that information:
Fear of REPRISAL
Reluctance to get INVOLVED.
An attitude of APATHY.
CRIME STOPPERS resolves these problems by offering anonymity to
people, who provide information about crimes. Paying rewards whent the
information supplied leads to a Felony arrest or a Felony Warrantissued.
Your information can help solve a crime. It could be something you've
sden, heard, or found. It may be a name, a physical

description, or a license number. CRIME STOPPERS
is truly a community undertaking, with tthe flow of
information between the public, and the police, vital to
its success. You can pass along details of local crimi-
nal activity without ever revealing your identity. And in
doing so contribute towards a safer living environ-
ment.

WHO BENEFITS
The Community Citizens are involved. Crimes are
solved. Stolen Property is recovered. Narcotics are
confiscated. Criminals are placed behind bars.

DISCLAIMER
As of Monday, May 1, the fugitives featured in this
section were assumed uncaptured as verified by var-
ious law enforcement databases. Crime Stoppers and
The Herald-Advocate assumes no responsibility for
those featured who were not wanted by law enforce-
ment at the time of publication:

NAME: Alamia, Samuel
RIS: White/Male
DOB: 06-30-72
HGT: 5'06 WGT: 200
HAIR: Black EYES: Brown
CHARGES: VOP: D.W.L.S.R. X4
ADDRESS: Dianna Drive'
Bowling Green, FL

NAME: Gomez, Luis
R/S: White/Male
DOB: 05-03-86
HGT: 5'10 WGT: 160
HAIR: Black EYES: Brown
CHARGES: Burglary Grand Theft
ADDRESS: 4220 Maple Ave
Bowling Green, FL ,

NAME: Skitka, Charles
RIS: White/Male
DOB: 06-07-72
HGT: 6'03 WGT: 270
HAIR: Grey EYES: Hazel
CHARGES: Non-Support
ADDRESS: 2686 SR 64 East
Wauchula, FL

NAME: Calderon, Francisco
R/S: White/Male
DOB: 06-11-77
HGT: 5'07 WGT: 163
HAIR: Black EYES: Brown
CHARGES: VOP: Possession of
Marijuana
ADDRESS: 2394 Osprey Lane
Wauchula, EE

NAME: Lara, Ramiro
R/S: White/Male
DOB: 01-30-88
HGT: 5'05 WGT: 130
HAIR: Black EYES: Brown
CHARGES: Burglary of a Coveyance
ADDRESS: 2400 Hutchins Rd #44
Ft. Meade, FL

NAME: Spiker, Justin
R/S: White/Male
DOB: 04-07-82
HGT: 5'11 WGT: 265
HAIR: Brown EYES: Brown
CHARGES: VOCC:,Possession of
Methamphetamine
ADDRESS: 5233 HWY 98 North
Lakeland, FL

NAME: Chapman, Christy
R/S: White/Female
DOB: 05-24-77
HGT: 5'03 WGT: 120
HAIR: Brown/Blonde
EYES: Brown
CHARGES: FTA: Pretrial
ADDRESS: 5017 Willow Ave
Bowling Green, FL

NAME: Lee, Kenneth
R/S: White/Male
DOB: 08-20-56
HGT: 5'06 WGT: 160
HAIR: Brown EYES: Blue
CHARGES: VOP: Fleeing to Elude
ADDRESS: 28009 Wesley Chapel BLVD
Wesley Chapel, FL

NAME: Timmons, Malcolm
R/S: Black/Male
DOB: 03-01-83
HGT: 6'02 WGT: 185
HAIR: Black EYES: Brown
CHARGES: VOP: Possession of
Methamphetamine
ADDRESS: Unknown

NAME: Daniel, Tyshun
R/S: Black/Male
DOB: 11-12-85
HGT: 5'11 WGT: 155
HAIR: Brown EYES: Brown
CHARGES: Sale of Cocaine within
1000 feet of a church
ADDRESS: 744 Chamberlain BLVD
Wauchula, FL

NAME: Moore, Annie
R/S: Black/Female
DOB: 04-30-67
HGT: 5'06 WGT: 215
HAIR: Black EYES: Brown
CHARGES: Non-Support
ADDRESS: 603 West Bacon Street
Perry, FL

NAME: Torres, Veronica
R/S: White/Female
DOB: 06-23-85
HGT: 5'01 WGT: 125
HAIR: Black EYES: Brown
CHARGES: FTA: D.W.L.S.R.
ADDRESS: 3222 East Main Street
Wauchula, FL

NAME: Friel, Kathy Ray
R/S: White/Female
DOB: 03-20-85
HGT: 5'03 WGT: 125
HAIR: Brown EYES: Brown
CHARGES: FTA: Possession of
Met amphetamine
ADDRESS: 3373 John Holt Road
Wauchula, FL

NAME: Shaw, Joseph
R/S: White/Male
DOB: 06-10-65
HGT: 5'02 WGT: 120
HAIR: Brown EYES: Blue
CHARGES: FTPF: Burglary,
Grand Theft
ADDRESS: 1237 Mott Rd
Wauchula, FL

NAME: Zapata, Carl
R/S: White/Male
DOB: 05-10-65
HGT: 6'02 WGT: 210
HAIR: Black/Grey
EYES: Brown
CHARGES: Battery
ADDRESS: Lang's Trailer Park #4
Wauchula, FL

NAME: TrinjidSeledonio
R/S: Wh ale
DOB: '-80
HGT: 7 WGT: 160
HAIH lack EYES: Brown
CHARGES: Failure to show
for sentence
ADDRESS: 213 Park Drive
Wauchula, FL

Report A Crime. Remain
M

Anonymous. Rec eive Cash

Reward.

Supplied by the Florida Attorney General's Crime

Stopper Trust Fund

	Section A: Main
	Section B
	Section B: Hardee Living
	Section B: The Classifieds
	Section B continued
	Section C