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106th Year, No. 35
3 Sections, 32 Pages

Herald-Advocate

SHardee County's Hometown Coverage
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y CYNTHIA KRAHL
The Herald-Advocate
Hardee Senior High School was
ne of 11 schools statewide to win
an appeal of its school grade.
F Twenty-two had applied.
i The state Department of Edu-
cation announced the results of
pending school-grade appeals on
Friday. Two schools moved to a B,
seven to a C and two to a D,
Education Commissioner John L.
Winn said.
'Hardee Senior High's "grade"
went from an I, for incomplete, to a
C.
Winn credited "quality data man-
agement" on local levels for the
successful appeals. "I applaud the
school districts for their improved
data management," he said.
"Transparency and understandabili-
:ty are critical to the success of our
accountability system."
Schools Superintendent Dennis
'Jones had- joined Hardee Senior
-High: School's administrators in
.asserting from the start that the
school had earned a C, and that the
I designation was in error.
The state had contended that the
high school had administered the
Florida Comprehensive Assess-
ment Test to only 88 percent of its
students. According to state stan-
dards, for a school to earn any
:grade lip to a B, it must give the
FCAT to 90 percent of its eligible
:enrollment. To achieve an A, the
percentage rises to 95.
SWhen the high school received
an I, local officials were baffled.
"We believe we have the docu-
mentation to prove we tested 96
Percentt" Jones said when the orig-
inal school grades were announced.
Further, he said the high school
had garnered 343 points on a grad-
ing scale of 320 to 380 for a C. That
score of 343, in fact, was up from
the previous year's total of 331.
"It was a modest gain," Jones
laid on Tuesday of the 343 points,
voting he received a letter from the
department of Education on Mon-
#ay advising that the school had
ton its appeal and would be ranked
it a C.
I "Though modest, it was a gain,
and we look forward to making
continued gains this year," Jones
'1dded.
j' Of the I, the superintendent
remarked, "We were pretty sure all
Along it was just a glitch. We had to
provide the DOE with the data to
Prove that by getting all the docu-
pientation, putting an appeal
together and sending it off to
Tallahassee."
SJones said the glitch occurred
&ee HIGH SCHOOL 2A

ew School Offers Public Tour

IT'S ALL RIGHT!

By JOAN SEAMAN
Of The Herald-Advocate
Do you want to see what a $41
million school looks like?
On Tuesday, from 6:30 to 8:30
p.m., the new K-8 school will be
open for the public's view.
"We gave students and parents
first crack at it," said Schools
Superintendent Dennis Jones be-
tween Open House this week at the
Hardee Junior High School and
Hilltop Elementary School. "We
are equally excited to open it up to
the public."
Folks wanting to see the new
school at 2401 U.S. 17 North
should use the main entrance off
U.S. 17 across from the Colonial
Arms Motel.
Jones said," A lot of parents have
attended the open house at the
schools this week." Parents and
children coming to the Hilltop
Elementary opening waited patient-
ly in line.
Hilltop Principal Tracy Nix was
upbeat despite the distractions
around her. "It's been amazing. It

was definitely worth all the time
invested in planning this. I'm excit-
ed about the vision people had four
years ago. Like birthing a baby, it's
come into being. You anticipate it,
prepare for it, but there's nothing
like seeing the beauty of it when it
came.
"We're ready. The school will be
open Tuesday to anyone yet to see
the campus. We're very willing to
show people this resource the com-
munity will get benefit. I think they
will be impressed. It's such a safe
environment."
The two-part school totaling
about 285,000 square feet is amply
set apart for each group. For
instance, there is a folding center
wall in the cafeteria separating the
elementary and junior high stu-
dents. The library has a brightly
decorated children's reading room,
a 34-laptop research lab and TV
studio.
The auditorium seats 700 and the
gymnasium can hold 2,000 in the
bleachers. Upon entering the main
See PUBLIC TOUR 3A

No New Trial For

SConvicted Trucker

Judge Denies Meus Motion

PHOTO BY RALPH HARRISON
Amanda Mendez consoles her kindergarten son Shaddal Santellan-Mendez as she settles him
into the class of Julianna Hensley for his first day of school at Hilltop Elementary. The seven
Hardee schools opened on Wednesday morning amidst a flurry of activity straining the endurance
of parents, students, teachers and staff all trying to get each student in his appropriate class. See
inside for more pictures.

County Taxes, Assessments Rise

Millage Rate Up

By JOAN SEAMAN
Of The Herald-Advocate
Property taxes may go up to 9.0 mills next year.
A story by this newspaper last week erroneously
said there would be no ad valorem, or property tax,
increase next year. Actually, an increase from the cur-
rent 8.706 to 9.0 mills was approved by the Hardee
County Commission at its July 27 budget workshop.
The change would raise property taxes 29.36 cents
per $1,000 of assessed value menus the homestead
and other exemptions. Instead of $8.706 per $1,000 it
would be $9 per $1,000.
The proposed 9.0 mills could stay during two pub-
lic budget hearings on Sept. 14 and Sept. 26., or
return to the current millage.
The tentative $72 million county budget is a com-
bination of taxes (property, gas, severance and oth-
ers), fines and fees, carryover of loans and Federal
Emergency Management Agency reimbursements,
about $3.5 million in a variety of state and federal
grants and allocations, and a pair of special assess-
ments, which are also being increased (see compan-
ion article).
County Manager Lex Albritton also corrected other
information in the recent erroneous article.
The vote approving the possible property tax
increase was 4-1, but was in favor of the 9.0 mills, not
nixing it as previously misreported. Commissioners
See MILLAGE 3A

Fire, Garbage Up
By JOAN SEAMAN
Of The Herald-Advocate
The county's special assessments are growing.
Effective Oct. 1, the start of the new fiscal year, the
assessments for fire control and solid waste (landfill
and garbage collection) are increasing a combined
total of $16.75 per year.
The two-part solid waste assessment will increase
$3.75 per year to $160.05. The increase is only on the
collection portion of the assessment which is includ-
ed on the tax bills of residents in the unincorporated
parts of the county. The disposal portion of the bill is
unchanged at $70. The collection cost increase is due
to higher fuel and route costs.
Residents in the municipalities do not pay the solid
waste assessment, but those same costs are passed on
through the municipal garbage collection/disposal
costs of $18-$19 month included on their utility bills.
The fire control assessment, which goes to every
homeowner, is from $108 to $121 per year, increase
of $13. The commercial rate also increases. For a
building up to 5,000 square feet, the increase is from
$426 to $479; for 5,0001 to 9,999 square feet, it goes
from $608 to $684; and over 10,000 square feet it
rises from $1,216 to $1368.
Commissioners discussed further changes for the
2007-08 fiscal year, breaking down the commercial
assessment into smaller packages, say 1-2,500 square'
See GARBAGE 3A

By CYNTHIA KRAHL
Of The Herald-Advocate
A truck driver sentenced to 15
years in prison following a fatal
crash has lost his bid for a new trial.
Circuit Judge Robert L. Doyel
issued an order on Monday denying
a motion filed by defense lawyer
John H. Trevena seeking to vacate
Jean-Claude Meus' conviction and
sentence.
Meus, 42, of Sebring, was found
guilty of two counts of vehicular
homicide in August of 2003 by a
jury in Hardee Circuit Court. The
trial centered on the May 2001
deaths of mother Nona Moore, 40,
and daughter Lindsey Moore, 8.
Prosecutors said Meus was over his
allowed driving hours and fell
asleep at the wheel.
At a September 2003 sentencing
hearing, Circuit Judge Charles B.
Curry imposed a 15-year prison
term, somewhat below the state
sentencing guidelines which called
for at least 18-1/2 years.
Meus' appeal to the 2nd District

Court of Appeal in Lakeland was
denied in January of 2005.
Following that, Tampa lawyer
Daniel F. Daly filed a motion seek-
ing a new sentencing hearing, say-
ing he had new testimony from
Moore's two sisters. Curry granted
the hearing, but denied any change
in Meus' sentence.
Trevena, of Largo, took on the
case, and filed his motion in
December of 2005.
In it, he alleged four errors
occurred in Meus' case: juror mis-
conduct, ineffective assistance of
counsel, prosecutorial misconduct
and withheld evidence.
Doyel denied all four.
As to juror misconduct, Trevena
alleged Meus did not get a fair trial
because jurors based their verdict
on the fact there were deaths, rather
than on proof of the charges. He
pointed to a television interview of
one of the jurors.
In his order, Doyel said such a
claim must be raised on direct'
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Meus Doyel

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By JIM KELLY City commissioners receive $150 a
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The qualifying period for two Candidates must be city residents
open seats on the Bowling Green for at least six months, be 18 years
City Commission is this week. of age or older, and be a registered
As of late Tuesday afternoon, voter.
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Durastanti and Richard Barone had commission in September 2005 to
filed papers seeking re-election. fill the unexpired term of Woody
Other city residents seeking elec- Caligan. He is employed by the
tion to the two city posts have to phosphate industry.
qualify by 4 p.m. Friday, reported Durastanti has been a commis-
City Clerk Pam Northup. sioner for several terms and is the
The terms are for three years. principal of Bowling Green
The election would be held Sept. Elementary School.
26. Qualifying packets are available
The cost to run for office is $28. at City Hall, 104 E. Main St.

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PHOTOS BY RALPH HARRISON
The main office at Hilltop Elementary School was jammed as parents waited to take children to their assigned room.

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Appeal, not in a Circuit Court
motion. Further, the judge said the
Only item submitted to substantiate
Trevena's claim was a videotape of
the Fox 13 news report. That video,
She wrote, seems to show "that this
matter has been sensationalized by
the broadcast media, at least with
regard to issues of racial prejudice
-: and disproportionality in sentenc-
ing."
In.the second claim, ineffective
counsel, Trevena asserted trial
lawyer J. Russell "Rusty" Franklin
of Bartow failed to present witness-
es and evidence that would have
,helped Meus, failed to challenge a
juror who "high-fived" another
juror when she was selected to
Serve, failed to object to a faulty.
crash-scene diagram and failed to
object to the prosecution's question
as to whether 55 mph was an
appropriate speed at the Seven-
Mile Point ifitersection.
S Doyel said the office manager
who couldtilve"iW 'stified "would
only have been able to say Meus
was at her business, not that he
,: slept; that there was no record of
any "high-five" ever being given;
that the trooper himself testified at
trial that the diagram was not to
scale; and that the trooper was a
qualified expert when he said that
S60 mph was not an appropriate
speed "just before a stop sign."
S As to claim three's allegation of
prosecutorial misconduct in plea
negotiations, Doyel noted that
Meus exercised his right to proceed
to trial and Trevena failed to show
how actions during plea negotia-
tions hindered Meus' ability to pre-
sent his case and defend himself at
S trial.
Lastly, to claim four of withheld
Evidence, Doyel said he agreed
With the state's contention that it's
Failure to advise Franklin of a pos-
Ssible witness who might have pro-
S vided favorable testimony would
not have changed the outcome of
the trial. The witness in question

did not see the crash and would
only have been able to say Meus
was "alert" following the crash and
to give his opinion of how the crash
occurred.
In completing his order of denial,
Doyel noted Meus has 30 days to
appeal to the 2nd DCA.

HIGH SCHOOL
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when 11th and 12th graders, who
had already taken and passed the
FCAT, were incorrectly coded as
10th graders. "We feel it occurred
at the state's end of the school-
grade calculation process, but we're
just glad the error was discovered,
corrected and that Hardee Senior
High School has been given the
points it has earned.
".. We're happy to have thit restii,
and have this behind us," the supg
iritendent concludedd_ "

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It's hard to tell If mother or child is more reluctant to part as Ltzi
Flores, daughter of Victor and Juana Flores, arrives at Connie
Montgomery's kindergarten class.

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believe we have printed an
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report it. We will review the
information, and if we find it
needs correction or clarifica-
tion, we will do so here.
To make a report, call
Managing Editor Cynthia
Krahl at 773-3255.

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Some of the older students wait to learn where their assigned classes are.

But Not
Forgotten!
0 uMciOncsey
In 1785, Benjamin Franklin constructed a
pair of spectacles that enabled him to read
and see from a distance. That creation
became known as bifocals.
In 1789, Fletcher Christian led an uprising <
of the H.M.S Bounty's crew against its
captain, William Bligh, setting Bligh and 18
others adrift in the open sea. Placed in a
managerial position twice more during his
career, Bligh encountered mutinies at each
of his posts.
In 1935, theparking meter was invented. In 1761, Dr. Percival Pott studied why chimney
sweeps contracted cancer more often than
People in other professions. He concluded that
smoking tobacco was also correlated to cancer.

Art teacher Gretchen Mason and son William share smiles as he
goes to the kindergarten class of Kristie Gough.
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office, a person chooses to go to
the right for the junior high desk or
left for the elementary.
On the north side is the junior
high campus, with classrooms in
the 600s to 900s for various classes
in the sixth through eighth grades.
In'the interior corridor are the spe-
cialized classes for home econom-
ics, shop and the like.
The south side of the campus is

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Dale Johnson, Gordon Norris, Bobby Ray Smith and
Minor Bryant approved it while Commission
Chairman Nick Timmerman voted against the ad val-
orem tax increase because he felt it would deter busi-
nesses from coming to the county.
Albritton said it was also incorrectly noted that a
pending Vandolah Power Co. appeal of its tax assess-
ment would prevent filling key positions such as a
director of planning. Albritton said he has already
hired Nicholas Statsko to begin as planning director
on Aug. :14.
Not budgeting for that tax revenue does limit what
capital projects, such as buildings and roads, which
can be done next year, said Albritton.
Futher, he explained that impact fees are not
included in the proposed 2006-07 budget because the
commission has not yet settled on how much and how
to assess them. Impact fees are the additional costs
developers pay on their projects for the expenses, or
impacts; they cause, such as the need for more roads,

fire, solid waste, library, schools and other services.
Albritton said that he and the budget department
had honed expenses to a bare minimum. No ad val-
orem taxes are used in the Road and Bridge
Department budget. The only road projects done in
recent years have been those funded mostly by state
Department of Transportation small county grants
with a small portion paid by the county.
"But, we have to make up for underbudgeting
things such as equipment and roads for several years.
Things are getting worse and worse, graders need
replacement, roads need to be upgraded. We cannot
put off these costs indefinitely."
The Herald-Advocate regrets any misunderstandings
its misinformation caused. Publisher Jim Kelly and
news writer Joan Seaman were on vacation and
unable to attend the July 27 meeting. The Herald-
Advocate strives for accuracy and apologizes for its
errors.

the 100s to 400s for the kinder-
garten through fifth graders.
Between the campuses are the
divided cafeteria, auditorium and
gymnasium.
Planned since 2002, bids for the
new two-in-one school were
opened in 2004 and construction
began later that year. Planned for
about 1,650 students, it will be

nearly at capacity within the first
few days or weeks, said Jones.
"What we planned four years ago is
now being filled. The state doesn't
include planning for growth in its
system." The state funded about 75
percent of the cost of the school.

For a look-see, stop by Tuesday
evening and get your impression of
the newest school facility.

Vote

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For School Board District 5

"Committed to the

Safety and Success

of our Children"

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feet and similar divisions.
They agreed to also look at the size of buildings.
One parcel with one owner and several outparcels and
multiple firewalls could certainly demand more tank-
age and firemen that a smaller business.
On the solid waste assessment under which 4,600
homes are now served instead of the 2,500 a year or
so ago, there is normally a limit of one can two times
per week. But if the homeowner misses one pickup
and puts out double the next time, they make every
effort to accommodate them, said Hardee County
Disposal Inc., which has the franchise for garbage
collection in the unincorporated parts of the county.
Hardee Disposal has also contracted for junk pick-
up, which it does on Fridays, if they are called by
noon on the previous day. Junk can include white
goods (refrigerators, stoves, washing machines) as
well as toilets, furniture, clean scrap metal and junked
lawn mowers from which the gas and oil has been
removed (see attached notice).
It does not include any materials which should be
taken to the quarterly Household Hazardous Waste
collection days at the county landfill, nor tires, televi-
sions and VCRs, or liquids.
While talking about the fire control assessments,
commissioners bogged down on the issue of pole
barns and vacant lots. About 15 percent or $300,000
or the fire budget is paid out of the General Budget
because it is vacant land or non-profit or government

buildings.
Commissioner Minor Bryant said it depends if the
pole barn is steel or has a metal roof and whether
what is stored in it is flammable.
Albritton said it is impossible to police the barns if
they are vacant or not, and the fee should be based on
the capability of the barn to be a fire hazard, not if it
actually is or not. The county cannot be in the posi-
tion of questioning anyone's integrity, he added.
Commissioner Dale Johnson asked if an owner
installed a $1,400 sprinkler system could he then
decline fire protection. Again, the answer was that
costs would be assessed on the potential. Dairy barns
have methane and electrical connections which can
result in fires, even if the cows are only brought in
twice daily to milk.
Using the classification in the Property Appraiser's
Office of industrial or commercial would help assess
the about-3,800 pole barns and 68 steel buildings and
accessories. What about pump sheds and Quonset
huts, another commissioner asked.
Bryant again noted the possibility or capability for
fires. "It's like passing the fire/waste/ambulance cost
to the RV park owner, no matter how many are there
at any one time. If they have a problem, they want
service. It's for the availability of fire service to
them."
Commissioners decided to study that issue further
for next year.

Elect

Teresa M. Craw ford

School Board

District III

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Obituaries

MARK CARLTON PALMER
Mark Carlton Palmer, 45, died
Thursday, Aug. 3, 2006, in Avon
Park.
Born in Wauchula, he was a life-
long resident of Avon Park and was
the owner/operator of Mark Palmer
Electric Inc. He served on the
South Florida Community College
Vo-Tech Advisory Board and was a
member of the Board of Directors
of Riverside National Bank. A racer
for Sports Club of America, he was
also former president of Highland
County Seminole Boosters Club,
an avid golfer and member of
Pinecrest Golf Club, and youth
baseball and softball coach. He was
a Baptist.
Survivors include his wife Patty
Palmer of Avon Park; son Bobby
Palmer and daughter Logan
Palmer, both of Avon Park; mother
Mary Carlton Palmer of Avon Park;
father Robert Palmer and wife
Nancy of Avon Park; four brothers,
John Palmer and David Palmer,
both of Avon Park, and Mike Boley
and Sanford R. Boley Jr., both of
Sebring; and two sisters, Beth
Vickers of Sebring and Robin
Johnson of Clearwater.
Funeral services were Monday,
Aug. 7, at 3 p.m. in the First
Baptist Church of Avon Park with
Dr. Vernon Harkey and Pastor
Andrew Katsanis officiating. Burial
followed in Bougainvillea Ceme-
tery. Visitation was Sunday from 4
to 8 p.m. at the funeral.
Memorial contributions may be
made to Youth for Christ, First
Baptist Memorial Fund or the Mark
Palmer Semilole Scholarship Fund
at any Highlands Independent
Bank.
Stephenson-Nelson
Funeral Home
Avon Park

OPAL ANN ADAMS
Opal Ann Adams, 77, of Zolfo
Springs, died Friday, Aug. 4, 2006
at her home.
She was a homemaker and gar-
dener.
She was preceded in death by her
husband David in 2004.
She is survived by her family and
many friends.
Services were on Wednesday,
Aug. 9, 2006 at 3 p.m. at the Brant
Funeral Chapel in Wauchula.
Friends visited on Wednesday from
2 p.m. until .the. time of services.
Burial was in Fort Green Methodist
.Church Cemetery.
Brant Funeral Chapel
Wauchula

HOLLISOVERTON
DANIELS
Hollis Overton Daniels, 85, of
Arcadia died Tuesday, Aug. 01,
2006.
Born Feb. 11, 1921 in Wauchula,
he worked as a heavy equipment
operator, and served in the U.S.
Army during WWII. He was a
member of Brownville Baptist
Church.
He is survived by his wife
Florence of Arcadia; one son,
Arthur "Tim" (Cheryl) Daniels of
Arcadia; three daughters, Sara
"Susie" Best of Sarasota, Linda
Alessi of Sarasota and Jennifer
(David) Carroll; seven grandchil-
dren; and two great-grandchildren.
Visitation was 10 a.m. Saturday,
Aug. 5, at Oak Hill Baptist Church
in Bunker-Lansing with services
starting at 11 a.m., with the Rev.
Terry Hudson officiating. Burial
was Aug. 7 at Florida National
Cemetery in Bushnell.
Robarts Funeral Home
Arcadia
Spanish explorers named the
state of California after a treasure
island in a popular Spanish tale.

Pesticide Class
Set For Tuesday
A pesticide handler training
session is set for Tuesday from
3 to 4:30 p.m. at the Hardee
County Extension Service
Office, 507 Civic Center Dr. in
Wauchula. The class will cover
the required information con-
tained in the Worker Protection
Standards.
Agricultural employers are
mandated to train all individuals
prior to handling or applying
pesticides, working on equip-
ment which has contained pesti-
cides, or coming into contact
with plants that have had pesti-
cides applied to them within the
past 30 days.
This class can meet the train-
ing requirements for any agricul-
tural operation. To register, call
773-2164. The fee is $2 per per-
son.

Youth Learn Of
Law Enforcement
There will be a meeting of the
youth law enforcement Explorer
Post No. 400 on Monday at 5
p.m. at the Sheriff's Office, 900
Summit, St.,Wauchula.
All youth interested in a law
enforcement career are wel-
come. For more information, call
Dep. Maria Hall at 773-0304,
ext. 204.

Keeping Kids Safe
Class Aug. 22
Early registration is needed
for a free class on car seat safe-
ty for parents of children in the
Early Learning Coalition pro-
gram. The one-hour class
taught by the Florida Highway
Patrol will provide hands-on
instruction on proper installa-
tion.
The class will be held at 6:30
p.m.on Aug. 22 at the Early
Coalition office, 324 N. Sixth
Ave. (U.S. 17 South), Wau-
chula. Call 767-1002 to make a
reservation. Convertible child
seats will be available for $10
for parents in need of a new,
replaced or recalled seat.

Voluntary Pre-K
Still Enrolling
There is still time to enroll a
child for the 540-hour free 0ol-
untary Pre-Kindergarten pro-
gram. To apply, stop by or call
(767-1002) the Early Learning
Coalition of Florida's Heartland
office at 324 N. Sixth Ave. (U.S.
17 South), Wauchula.
There is still space available in
classes at Island of Adventure,
804 Chamberlailn Blvd., Wau-
chula; Florida Little Folks
Learning Center-Kids Academy,
403 W. Main St., Bowling
Green, and Rivers Family
Daycare Home, Wauchula.

SFCC Class For
Spanish Drivers
Early registration is needed
for the Basic Driver Improve-
ment Course in Spanish sched-
uled for Saturday, Aug. 19 from
9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at South Florida
Community College.
The course will be held at the
SFCC Hardee Campus, 2698
U.S. 17 N., Bowling Green. For
more information, contact the
Hardee Center at 773-2252,
ext. 7392 or 7153.

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Nutrition Notes

DO YOU GET ENOUGH VITAMIN B-12
Most Americans don't worry about vitamin B-12. Health experts once
thought that only strict vegetarians were likely to have a shortage. As long
as basic blood counts didn't show any anemia, even these people were con-
sidered safe. Now research shows that vitamin B-12 may be a concern for
many more people.
Vitamin B-12 is the shorthand term for a group of substances called
cobalamins. Cyanocobalamin is the major form in supplements. We need
this vitamin for healthy nerve and blood cells and the production of DNA.
Researchers are also studying its role in brain function. It is possible that it
could help prevent Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.
Strict vegetarians those who avoid meat, poultry, fish and dairy
products are among those most likely to lack vitamin B-12, because ani-
mal foods are the primary sources. Plant foods like cereal, soy products,
nutritional yeast and meat substitutes (for example, veggie burgers) only
provide the vitamin if they are fortified with it.
According to surveys, most Americans do meet the recommended
dietary allowance (RDA) of 2.4 micrograms (mcg) of vitamin B-12 per day.
The average consumption ranges from 2.9 to 5.1 mcg. However, if people
cut back on animal foods, as they should, to eat a mostly plant-based diet
that will lower their cancer risk, careless choices could leave them short.
Two modest servings of poultry, lean meat, or seafood plus two cups
of lowfat, skim, or nonfat milk or yogurt allow a person to meet this RDA.
But if you skip dairy products and have only a moderate serving of meat at
one meal, you could fall short without including fortified cereal or soy
products in your daily choices. Falling below the RDA occasionally isn't a
problem for most adults, because the body can store enough to cover days
with a low intake for several years. Children need less vitamin B-12, too,
but their ability to store less means that they can develop health problems
more quickly with an inadequate diet.
Now, a new concern about vitamin B-12 has arisen. It seems that adults
over the age of 50 may have a reduced ability to absorb it. Eating sufficient
amounts of animal foods daily won't help these people. Since acids in our
stomachs' digestive juices release the bonds that bind vitamin B-12 to pro-
tein in food, we need enough of these acids for proper absorption. As we
get older, however, we secrete less digestive acids. Studies suggest that 10
to 43 percent of people over the age of 50 may lack the acids to release vit-
amin B-12 from protein so it can be absorbed. To meet the RDA of 2.4 mcg,
people over 50 are encouraged to take a multivitamin supplement, or eat
fortified foods, where vitamin B-12 is not bound to protein.
Others who may have trouble absorbing this vitamin are people with
digestive disorders such as Crohn's and celiac disease, those who have had
substantial portions of their stomach or lower intestine removed, and those
who take certain medications for gastroesophageal reflux (GERD), ulcers,
or diabetes. Individuals who have had gastric surgery for weight control
may also be at risk.
Although it was thought that a simple test for anemia would show a
lack of vitamin B-12 before any other damage could occur, health experts
no longer agree. A high intake of folate from fortified grains can hide the
changes in red blood cells that show a lack of vitamin B-12. Studies also
indicate that nerve and brain changes can occur without blood cell varia-
tions.
If you are at risk of not getting enough vitamin B-12 either because
of your food choices or your inability to absorb it you should discuss the
matter with your doctor. To be on the safe side, you could undergo tests that
measure the function of vitamin B-12 through blood levels of homocysteine
or methylmalonic acid' (MMA). Or you could have a test that measures
blood levels of vitamin B-12 using updated standards.
WHEN EXERCISE IS A BATTLE
We are surrounded by messages about the importance of physical
Activity. So why do so many of us have such trouble starting or sticking
with a plan to be more active? Behavioral researchers and therapists report
that for some people it reflects over-committed time schedules or not under-
standing exercise's benefits. But others experience "a conscious or uncon-

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President Lincoln received
many requests for pardons for
soldiers who were sentenced to
die. Each appeal was almost
always accompanied by letters
from famous men.
One day he received an appeal
for a pardon without any testimo-
nial. "Has this man no friends?"
asked the President.
"No, sir," came the answer.
"Then," said Mr. Lincoln, "I'll be
his friend."
"Look all around you, find
someone in need, help somebody
today. Though it be little-a
neighborly deed-help somebody
today."
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If exercise has become a punishment for excess weight or overeating,
it is hard to find joy in it. This is a real concern, because research now
points to exercise as one of the best steps we can take to stay healthy.
Keeping active can lower risk of cancer, heart disease and diabetes;
lessen the burden. of stress and depression; and perhaps even prolong
healthy brain function. Yet less than one-third of American adults exereis-
es regularly.
Some people need to hear how important exercise really is in order to
make it more of a priority. Yet for others, each time they hear about why I
they "should" get more active, it becomes harder to do so. White sees two:
general patterns: Unconscious Resistance applies to someone who sets
goals, starts a program, and then sabotages it and quits. Active Refusal)
applies to someone who experiences anxiety or resentment when exercise
is recommended.
For those with exercise resistance, physical activity may bring memo-
ries of feeling like a "klutz" because they were always picked last for
teams. Dayle Hayes, MS, RD, President of Nutrition for the Future, notes
that people who have tried (and often hated) treadmills, exercise bikes, gym,
memberships and aerobics videos often have a "block" about trying andr
failing again. Or exercise may have become a punishment for excess weight
or overeating. Being embarrassed also leads to resistance, especially for-
very large individuals. For some, body movement brings memories ranging )
from discomfort at being ogled as they exercised to those of serious sexual
abuse.
Depending on how strongly entrenched the exercise resistance, some [
people may be able to recognize it on their own and consciously re-think
how they approach exercise. Others may need individual or group therapy I
to reflect on the roots of their aversion to exercise and to formulate a new;
approach. Experts emphasize that people need to understand and validate
the reasons for their resistance before they can move on.
The key, these experts agree, is-to restore physical activity to its status (
as play, removing the rules and pressures related to how fast, how long and
how far. We need to focus on the joy of movement and the increased ener-
gy we feel when active. While exercise indeed does affect weight, when we (
mentally tie it to weight control, the fun tends to disappear. For some pedo-
ple, even talking about the health benefits of exercise is enough to turn it
from fun to drudgery.
For those who have been exercise resistant and feel ready.to try a iew I
approach, the best ways to become more comfortable with movement are
fun, unstructured, non-competitive activities. .

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In the controversial literary work, "Uncle Tom's Cabin" by Harriet
Beecher Stowe, there is a character called Evangeline St. Clare. She is
better known by the name Little Eva.

Kelly's Column
By Jim

For former Wauchula residents Roger Jaudon and Dorothy Ann (Dot)
Pearson love bloomed for them on the Suwannee River in Florida in June
2006 and flowered on the Cumberland River in Tennessee in July.
Roger, 68, lives in Nashville, Tenn., where he is a country music pro-
ducer and songwriter and owns a furniture warehouse.
Dpt, a widow, lives in Avon Park and takes excellent care of her health
walking, working out and swimming and has a positive outlook on life.
They are planning to be married Sept. 16, 2006, in a private ceremony
at the home of Peggy Cooper Branch in Lake Placid.
Roger and Dot have known each other for decades. For a short time she
worked for the Jaudon's Stores For Homes he owned and operated in
Wauchula. She then worked for many years with the school system.
Roger was president of the Hardee Jaycees and had his cousin Mel
Tillis and band perform at the Wauchula City Hall in a country music
extravaganza.
Roger's father H.L. Jaudon used to own the Western Auto store in
Wauchula, and his mother Lila owned and operated Lila's Sewing Center.
Roger has lived in Nashville 34 years and has two grown children.
Dot, a Plant City native, was married to Russell Pearson for 50 years
until his death in mid-2003. The couple lived in Wauchula for over 30 years
and raised three children.
Russell Pearson sold tractors in Wauchula for his uncle Norris Pass
who had the Ford dealership. He later worked many years as manager of the
Kaplan Industries consignment cattle feed lot in Bartow and the Kaplan
ranch near Fort Meade.
Roger contacted Dot to offer condolesences on the passing of her hus-
band. Dot called Roger about a year ago to offer sympathy for the passing
\f his mother.
In June 2006 they took a boat trip on the Suwannee River and fell in
lIve. Dot told Roger before getting on the boat she was not looking for a
h band.
\"I had a nice life at Crystal Lake Club development in Avon Park and
had several good friends who were also widows. I was not looking to get
mar ed again."
an Juty 24, 2006, Roger and Dot were having a dinner cruise aboard
the plddlewheel boat General Jackson on the Cumberland River in
Naslille," Tenn. Roger told the show's emcee beforehand about a plan to
S.n'themiddle of the show the emcee said there had been a drawing for
a free weekend trip and winning table was No. 22. "That's our table," Dot
tbld Roger. The emcee called Roger up on stage before about 400 patrons.
Roger then asked Dot to come forward and then asked her hand in mar-
riage.
Dot was so surprised and accepted the ring. The crowd erupted in
applause.
,. Roger later asked Dot, "Did you ever say yes?" Dot said, "I think I
did."
SOne common interest they share is watching football games and root-
ing for the Florida Gators.,
After the Sept. 16 marriage, the couple plans to divide their time
between Nashville and Avon Park.

Romantic dinner cruise in Nashville, Tenn.

Dot accepts the ring.

COURTESY PHOTOS
Roger Jaudon and Dot Pearson pMan marriage Sept. 16.

Roger pops the question.

A mother asked her son, "Did
you enjoy Sunday School?"
"Yes, ma'am," he answered.
"Do you like your teacher?"
"I sure do," he said. "But she
must be the grandmother of
Jesus."
"What makes you think so?"
she asked.
"Because," he answered, "she's
always talking lovingly about
Him."
Do you talk so lovingly about
our Lord that others think you're a
relative of His?
The Bible says, "Go into all the
world and preach the Good News
to everyone, everywhere."
That's the will of our heavenly
Father. And our Lord said,
"Whoever does the will of My
Father in heaven is My brother
and sister and mother."

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An interim rule amending re-
quirement for the movement of
fresh fruit from Florida was
announced Aug. 1 by the U.S.
Department of Agriculture's
(USDA) Animal Plant Health
Inspection Service. The need for the

interim rule arose after the Jan. .10,
2006, announcement that the eradi-
cation of citrus canker was no
longer possible in Florida, leading
to a new science-based approach for
managing the disease.
"I commend the USDA for pro-

GOOD CATCH!

COURTESY PHOTO
Matt George, son of Steve and Judith George of Bowling Green
and a sophomore at Hardee High School, went to the second
Florida Bass Federation Junior State Championship on July 16
at East Lake Toho, part of the Kissimmee.Chain of Lakes.
'Pictured (from left) are Ren6 Edie, Youth Director of the'Florida
Bass Federation, George, and. Bob Kostrzewa, President of the
Florida Bass Federation. George placed 11th out of the 40
anglers from throughout the state who competed in the winner-
take-all event. Age divisions were 11-14 and 15-18. Each division
winner received an all-expenses paid trip to represent Florida at
the FLW Junior Championship July 30 Aug;- 2 In Birmingham,
'Ala, George is President of the Lakeland Junior Hawg Hunters,
a youth bass fishing club open to 11-18 year olds.,

viding an avenue for Florida citrus
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This iinirim rule provides the
greatest level of certainty to safe-
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By Tony Young
Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission

BEFORE SEASON OPENS, TAKE SAFETY CLASS
With the dog-days of summer upon us, it's hard to think about hunting.
But if you're between 16 and 30 and haven't yet taken the state's hunter
safety class, now's just the time to think about it. Many of these classes,
offered statewide, fill up fast during hunting season as people scramble to
get certified. Summer months offer smaller class sizes.
: Everyone 16 or older and born after May 31, 1975, must complete the
Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission's hunter safety require-
ment before they can buy a Florida hunting license.
7This year, there's an exception: A new law approved by the Florida
Legislature and signed by the governor allows individuals to hunt under the
supervision of a licensed hunter, 21 years old or older, without having to
cfnplete the state's hunter safety certification.
S It's called the"Hunter Safety Mentoring Exemption," and enables those
,persons to purchase a Florida hunting license and hunt for a one-year trial
basis. It's designed to encourage experienced hunters to teach novice
hunters about our sport and as great incentive for getting more people to
give hunting a try. Individuals taking advantage of this "try-before-you-
buy" approach would have to pass a hunter safety class to be eligible to
hunt the following year.
If you're a youngster and already hunt, I suggest you go ahead and take
a hunter safety class before you turn 16. Of course, until then you may hunt
under adult supervision.
You can register for a hunter safety class by going to
MyFWC.com/huntersafety or by contacting your nearest FWC regional
office. Also, there are two versions for your convenience.
SThere's the traditional course, which is 12 hours of classroom instruc-
tioilus a four-hour "field day," or you can opt for taking the online or CD-
ROM version at home. But, you'll still have to sign up for the "skills day"
part.\% ,I
The traditional course is offered during four weekdays or on a
Saturd~ /Sunday. If you take it during the week, each session is three hours
and offered after normal working hours. On the weekend, you'll spend
eight hours Saturday and four hours Sunday morning in the classroom.
The reminder of Sunday you'll move over to the shooting range to com-
plete your certification.
The first thing you'll learn about taking the traditional class is Florida's
many hunting laws. An FWC law enforcement officer gives this introduc-
tion. Volunteer hunter safety instructors teach the remaining curriculum.
You'll be taught ethics, hunter responsibility, parts of firearms (includ-
ing a muzzleloader), various hunting lingo and the proper way to shoot.
You'll discover the differences between various bullets, calibers and
gauges;'how to identify game animals; and learn wildlife conservation and
best management practices for native species. In addition, you'll find out
about outdoor survival techniques and learn how to administer First Aid in
the field. Archery and fundamentals of bowhunting also are taught.
In your last hour in the classroom, you'll be given a standardized test
of true-or- false and multiple-choice questions. All you need to do is score
80 percent or better and-then you get to move outside to the shooting range
for the field day portion.
This part takes about four hours. During that time you'll get to shoot
clay pigeons with a shotgun, practice your archery skills and target practice
with a .22-caliber rifle. You'll also receive a muzzleloader demonstration,
where you'll have the chance to shoot one if you'd like. All guns, bows, tar-
gets and ammo are provided all you have to do is take aim.
After you complete the field day, you'll be given your hunter safety
,card. At that point you can purchase your very first Florida hunting license
and get ready for opening day.
If you choose to take the hunter safety class online or by CD-ROM,
you'll learn all of the above-mentioned material and be given a practice test
to prepare you for the last segment, the skills day.
Saturday skill days take about five hours to complete. You'll learn
much of what is taught during the traditional course, including hunting laws
and.ethics, ho to safely, hl .r .rms, wlen to-takea shot and where to
take.~.i.pThen you'll get g'Opi t.pn,'the range and be given the same stan-
" dardized test: A score of 80 or better gets you your card.
Register today to take a hunter safety class, 'cause the 2006-07 hunting
season is just around the corer. Remember: safe hunting is no accident!
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Signed Penny
By Penny Johnson
Q&A With A Biblical Perspective

THE POTTERS WHEEL
Q: My whole life I thought I knew what I wanted to do. I had set
goals and did everything in my power to reach them. Then a few years
ago I had surgery. This made my dream a little harder to reach. Still I
pressed forward. Then once again I had surgery. I still felt if I worked
hard and believed, my goal wasn't unreachable. Then this summer I
had yet another surgery, and this time the doctor has all but said my
dream isover. What do I do with my life? I don't have a clue what
direction to take. Why did God allow my dreams to be crushed?
Signed, Crushed Dreams
A: First of all, God has a master plan for your life. Before you were
born God had already laid out that plan. "Before I formed thee in the belly
I knew thee; and before thou comest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee
...," Jeremiah 1:5. I want you to understand that God has set goals for your
life, longer than you have. He knew your strengths and your weaknesses
before you were even born. He is not in the business of crushing your
dreams, but doing everything He can to bring forth His perfect will in your
-life.
Sometimes along life's journey we get damaged by the heartaches and
disappointments that come. When this happens, God has to put us on the
potter's wheel and recreate us. "Go down to the shop where clay pots and
jars are made. I will speak to you while you are there. So I did as he told
me and found the potter working at his wheel. But the jar he was making
did not turn out as he had hoped, so the potter squashed the jar into a lump
of clay and started again," Jeremiah 18:2-4 (LT).
It is God's will to see you grow in the most perfect way possible. God
will accept no less than perfect for your life. Even if that means starting
over with your goals, dreams and vision by squashing you back down and
creating another beautiful piece of pottery out of your life.
Count it all a privilege when God takes time to stop and take notice of
your life. God must see something so special in you that He is putting you
back on the potter's wheel. Rest assured that when He is finished you will
see His way is the best way.
This process isn't easy and is very painful. It requires surrendering all
your goals and dreams to the Lord. It requires God creating something
totally different with your life. But as you spin on that wheel, His very hand
is forming and shaping you into a vessel of honor. When He is finished, you
.will have greater joy than your first goal would have ever brought you.
Trust the Lord. Surrender your whole life into His hand, for He is the
pcjter and we are the clay.
Y For those who are reading this and feel your life is too messed up to

ever be worthy enough for God to love, just know that He loves you just as
you are. And if you will put your life in His hand, He can create the most
beautiful vessel ever thought possible. No one is ever too far gone for God
to love. Once you ask Him into your life, He wipes your slate clean and life
begins new from that moment on.
I encourage more people to send me questions or even prayer requests.
Please put Signed Penny in the subject line when e-mailing me. If these
columns have touched you, please let me know.
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.

SNOW
The curtain rose on Jack Frost's first powdery spread.
Indian Summer's hazy warmth then forced three
weeks of standstill and Jack fled.
His triumphant return, transforming the waiting world
into glittering crystallinity,
A subsequent drab and naked existence with mount-
ing chill and receding amenity.
Suddenly every crevice is purged by a darting,
droning wind.
Rain. At first clear, and then a murky blend.
Drops thicken to white particles and swirl in the gale,
gradually losing height.
Flakes grow larger and fall faster until the chartreuse
ground glistens white.
Dying foliage and somber uncertainty, covered with an
ever-thickening layer of purity,
Giving cubical and orderly appearance and
a feeling of security.
This entrancing, white display, relieving burdens and
fears of inability,
Renewed plunge into life with an unweighted mind
and newly found tranquillity.

Belton Dominick
Temple Terrace
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SPIRITUAL HEALTH
Recently I had a medical exam. Two people came to my house and took
my blood and other samples, made measurements and asked a whole bunch
of personal questions. As they left, I felt confident that I was in good health.
I felt good. I'm not any bigger than my peers. I figured that there was noth-
ing wrong with me at all.
Well, I received the report of my "stats" yesterday, and I found out that
I am not doing quite as well as I thought I was. Overall I am doing pretty
well, but I'have found out that I have high cholesterol. I don't really know
why I am surprised. My mother has high cholesterol, so it just follows rea-
son that I would inherit such a trait.
I thought that I was a picture of health, but I was fooled!
Spiritually speaking, there are many people who are so fooled about
their spiritual health. Many people who worship on Sunday are dying spiri-
tually for the rest of the week. They present a beautiful picture of devotion
to Christ when they really don't even know who Christ is!
o aad as totbe:unaware of yQl pIbysical stat, it is even worse: o
not understand how you are doing spiritually. ,
We get ourselves trapped in this lie because we compare ourselves to
our peers. We might think, ."Well, I know I :am doing better than Joe Snow
in the pew in front of me. He has tons of problems!" This is dangerous
thinking. Instead of comparing ourselves to others, we need to compare our-
selves to the ultimate picture of spiritual health, Jesus Christ!
In comparison to our Savior, we are all destitute and sick. We are all lost
in sin compared to the One who had no sin. We are all in ieed of a spiritu-
ai physician. And, luckily, we have one.
Jesus Himself said to the Jewish Pharisees, "The ones who are whole
do not need a physician, but the ones who are sick" (Matthew 9:12). Jesus
not only is our example of spiritual health, he is the only One who can heal
us from the sickness of sin and make us whole again. Jesus came for the
sick, and that we are!
Like my misunderstanding of my physical health, are .you aware of,
your spiritual health? Are you in need of a Savior? Of the Great Physician?
Of spiritual healing?
And once He makes you well, you must continue to work on your spir-
itual health. My cholesterol is going.to go down with hard work and a
healthy diet. Spiritual sickness goes away by the grace and mercy of God,,
hard spiritual obedience, and a healthy diet of God's Word!
We have no reason not to be in good spiritual health with such a great
Physician! I'm Telling the Truth!

KEEP

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WEATHER SUMMARY
Scattered rains in the Panhandle helped ease dry conditions during the
week of July 31 through August 6. Rainfall ranged from traces at West Palm
Beach to over three and half inches at Pensacola. Quincy received over
three inches of rain for the week, while Jay and Marianna recorded over
two inches of rain. Elsewhere, rainfall totals ranged from a quarter of an
inch to over an inch. Temperatures in major cities hovered around normal
to one degree below normal in Pensacola. Hot daytime temperatures were
in the lower to upper 90s. Pleasant evening lows were in the-upper 60s and
lower 70s.
FIELD CROPS
In Santa Rosa County, peanuts are just beginning to peg in areas that
have received rains. Cotton yields have been significantly reduced by the
drought in Santa Rosa. Hay.conditions continue to worsen for some grow-
ers in the Panhandle with a significant portion of the crop rated in poor con-
dition as well in poor quality. Peanuts in Jackson County continue to suffer
despite the recent showers. The damage is too significant to reverse. Peanut
yields have been reduced due to drought conditions. Peanuts are 95 percent
pegged compared with 99 percent last year and the fiveyear average of 97
percent pegged by this date. Soil moisture supplies across the Panhandle
and northern Peninsula are rated mostly short to adequate with some spots
of very short supplies. Topsoil moisture across the central and southern
Peninsula is rated short to adequate. Marion County soil moisture supplies
are rated short to surplus.
Moisturoil Subsoil
S week week year week | Iwtik Year
SPercent
Very short 2 5 1 9 10 0
Short, 53 30 7 53 50 8
Adequate 44 64 60 37 39 57
Surplus 1 1 32 1 1 35
VEGETABLES
Favorable weather conditions allowed growers to continue ground
preparations for fall crop planting. Okra harvesting remains active in Dade
County. Growers marketed light supplies of grape tomatoes.
LIVESTOCK AND PASTURES
In the Panhandle, pasture condition is very poor to good. Length of the.
drought has severely lowered the pasture condition in this area. In
Washington County, a reduced hay crop is expected and calf weaning
weights are poor from short grass and hot temperatures. In the north and
Big Bend areas, pasture condition is mostly poor to fair due to prolonged
drought. Pasture in the central area is fair to excellent. In the southwest,;
pasture condition ranges from poor to good as weather has been drier.
Statewide, cattle condition ranges from poor to excellent. The cattle in the
Panhandle and north are in poor to good condition and those in the central
and south are in fair to good condition.

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Percent
Verypoor 0 0 3 5
Poor 3 10 25 5
Fair 63 55 45 30
Good 31 30 24 55
Excellent 3 5 3 5
CITRUS'
Slow moving afternoon showers has affected all citrus producing
areas. Areas in the center of the State had totals of about one inch of rain
for the week. The east coast recorded the least rain at one quarter of an inch.
Hot temperatures prevailed in most localities with daytime highs averaging
in the mid to high 90s. Lake Alfred reported one daytime high at over 97
degrees. Nighttime lows were in the high 60s and low 70s. Growers con-
tinue. ~ imugaue.htJle r4n..n.l hplot.wea.ther ip .odgro,keepthe new
cropWd neirowvth on the trees, in good .orldition. F(wizi-zes are sttI
being reported as variable, with early and mid oranges larger than golf-.ball
size and grapefruit better than baseball size. Many smaller sizes are also
being found on healthy trees. Activity in the groves includes applications of
summer oils, cleaning ditches, fertilizing, mowing and irrigation.

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prior to the start of training.
Good Shepherd Hospice also
offers other volunteer opportunities,
such as supplying office support,
working at Life's Treasures, the
organization's thrift store, staffing
special events, and providing mas-
sage therapy or hair styling ser-
vices.
To register or for more informa-
tion on volunteering, please contact
Kristin Harmon at 863-314-8037.
Good Shepherd Hospice em-
braces its mission to make the most
of life by relieving the suffering of
patients and their families affected
by life-limiting illnesses or end-of-
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Driver Licenses And Vehicles

The following is a list of dates
and locations that Florida Highway
Patrol Troopers in Hardee and
DeSoto counties may conduct
Driver License/Vehicle Inspection
during the month of August, 2006.
Week of Aug. 11-17: Griffin Rd.,
1/4 mile south of SR 636; SR 72,
1.5 mile southwest of SR 70; Old
Carlstrom Field Road, 1.2 mile east
of Arcadia; and Steve Roberts
Special, 1/4 mile east of SR 64.
Week of Aug. 18-24: West Main
Street and Oak Grove; SR 31, 8
miles south of Arcadia;
Hillsborough Avenue, 1/2 mile
south of Arcadia; and West Main
Street, 1 mile west of Wauchula.
Week of Aug. 25-31: Lake
Branch Road, Bowling Green City

Limits; 'SR 64 and Ona, CR 760 in
Nocatee;.and Masters Ave., 1/2 mile
north of Livingston St.
Recognizing the danger present-
ed to the public by defective vehicle
equipment, troopers will concen-
trate their efforts on vehicles being
operated with defects such as bad
brakes, worn tires and defective
lighting equipment. In addition,
attention will be directed to drivers
who would violate the driver
license laws of Florida.
The Patrol has found these
checkpoints to be an effective
means of enforcing the equipment
and driver license laws of Florida
while insuring the protection of all
motorists.

Letter To The Editor

Message To Thief: Please

Return Our Generator

Dear Editor,
This is an open letter to the heart-
less thief who stole my generator
from my carport.
You have no idea how long we
scrimped and saved to get enough
mnnev tn finally hnv a "generatnr

do not, the chances are you will be
caught. I have the best detective in
the county working on my case.
The chance of you being caught
is very large, so please return my
generator.

I want to tell you two things: 1. If Your truly
you return my generator, I will not TrumanBoyette
press charges against you. 2. If you Zol8 o Springs
Zolfo Springs
Some people like my advice so much that they frame it upon the
wall instead of using it.
-Gordon R. Dickson

Volunteers are the heart of Good
Shepherd Hospice, and the organi-
zation is seeking compassionate
individuals who desire to help hos-
pice patients and their families.
Volunteers provide companionship
for terminally ill patients and
respite care for their caregivers.
Good Shepherd will hold a free
volunteer training class on three
consecutive Tuesdays, starting
September 5. The sessions run from
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will be held at
the Good Shepherd Hospice Sun
Room, 3003 Herring Ave., Sebring.
Registration, a completed appli-
cation and a pre-training meeting
with a Good Shepherd Hospice vol-
unteer coordinator are required

8A The Herald-Advocate, August 10, 2006

Volunteers Are Needed For

Good Shepherd Hospice

hospice that serves Polk, Hardee
and Highlands counties.
Community bereavement pro-
grams offered by Good Shepherd
Hospice are funded in part by
United Way of Central Florida. For
more information, visit the website
at goodshepherdhospice.org.

THURSDAY. AUG. 10
VHardee County School
Board, regular meeting, former
Junior High Media Center, 200
S. Florida Ave., Wauchula, 5
p.m.
VHardee County Players,
audition for "Fiddler On The
Roof," Wauchula City Hall Audi-
torium, 225 E. Main St., Wau-
chula, 6:30 p.m. (For informa-
tion, call 767-1220)
SATURDAY, AUG. 12
iHardee County Players,
audition for "Fiddler On The
Roof," Wauchula City Hall
Auditorium, 225 E. Main St.,
Wauchula, 10 a.m.

TUESDAY, AUG. 15
VHardee County Coalition
For The Homeless, monthly
meeting, 113 N. Seventh Ave.,
Wauchula, noon (bring bag
lunch).
*Hardee County Democratic
Committee open meeting,
Panda Restaurant, 806 S. Sixth
Ave. (U.S. 17 South), Wau-
chula, 5:30 p.m.
THURSDAY, AUG. 17
VHardee County Commis-
sion, regular and zoning meet-
ing, Room 102, Courthouse
Annex I, 412 W. Orange St.,
Wauchla, 8:30 a.m.
VEarly Learning Coalition of
Florida's Heartland, Hardee
Advisory Board Meeting, Suite
100, 324 N. Sixth Ave. (U.S. 17
South), Wauchula, 3 p.m.

Hardee Volleyball Schedule
2006

By JOAN SEAMAN
Of The Herald-Advocate
The earliest Hardee High School
sport to start this fall is volleyball.
The varsity and junior varsity
squads get going Tuesday with a
trip to Bartow. The JV plays at 6
p.m. and the varsity about 7:30.
Coach Ken Leupold, in his fourth
year leading the Lady Wildcats,
may have more height than ever,
giving his girls the opportunity to
battle for the Class 4A-District 10
crown more effectively.
Other teams in the widely spaced
district which' spreads over five
counties are Avon Park, Sebring,
DeSoto, Braden River, Palmetto
and Sarasota Booker. Besides play-
ing each of these teams twice,
Leupold has also scheduled a cou-
ple of tournaments and games
against other teams to give Hardee
even more experience as it hosts
the district tournament Oct. 16-19.
After road games Tuesday at
Bartow and Aug. 22 at DeSoto,
Hardee comes home on Aug. 24 to
host Booker, then goes back on the
road, alternating a four-game home
streak with road games, including a
three-game run and pair of tourna-
ments as the season winds down.
The final games are at home Oct.
10 against the visiting Lady
Bulldogs of Frostproof.
Leupold has an healthy combina-
tion of senior leadership and under-
class enthusiasm for his varsity
squad. Most of the senior quintet of
D.K. Davis, Madison Graham,
Danielle Hines, Bethany Lang and
Sarah Mahoney played summer
ball which included three trips to
Auburndale, Bartow twice, Haines
City twice, George Jenkins, Lake
Gibson, Winter Haven and Lake
Region, where Hardee will be in
tournament Sept. 22-23.
Others on the varsity are juniors
Marissa Hall, Amber Steedley and
Megan White and sophs Krystin
Robertson and Kember Townsend.
Leupold also has a large JV
squad, with new juniors Postnea
Louisjeune and Esmeralda Mar-
tinez, sophs Hannah Marshall and
Naomi Alvarado, and freshmen
Ariel Hernandez, Halley Marshall,
Alejandra Rodriguez, Katie
Rogers, Marisa Shivers, Dana
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CITY OF WAUCHULA
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

The City of Wauchula, City Commission will hold a Budget
Workshop on Tuesday, August 15, 2006 at 6:00 P.M. The
Workshop will be held at the Commission Chambers located
at 225 E. Main St. Wauchula, FL 33873
The above listed facility is a disabled-assisted facility. Any,
person needing to make special arrangements, please notify
the Office of the City Clerk at 863-773-3131. 8:10
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In Busines
By Brett Jarnagin

ROOSTERS CHANGES HANDS Robert Ballard, local owner of
Roosters, has recently sold his business, a Zolfo Springs landmark.
For 12 years Ballard owned the restaurant, located at the corner of SR
66 and Schoolhouse Road, and built up quite a loyal fan base. However, the
business fell on hard times and he decided it was time to sell.
"I know the customers don't like it, but I can't help it that business
went bad," said Ballard.
The new owners are George Filax and Nektarius Besiris, who are orig-
inally from Greece; They moved to Zolfo Springs from Cleveland, Ohio,
where they had lived for several years.
This will be the fourth restaurant that Filax has owned and operated.
Filax said that the location and cozy atmosphere of the building were
what made him want to purchase it. The restaurant is currently undergoing
renovation, and will open sometime around early September.
"There will be a clean atmosphere, good food and a quiet environment
to eat," he said.
The new owners are still working out a menu, but they will definitely
be serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Southern cooking will still be
served, and Filax said that he was eager to try out his recipe for barbecue.
ribs.
The new name for the restaurant has not been set in stone, but the Betsy
Ross Diner is the most likely choice.
LOCKED OUT? No problem. Richard Bennett and his wife,
Lindsey, have opened a locksmithing business called Bennett's Lock &
Security.
The business is strictly mobile, and Bennett is on call 24 hours a day,
seven days a week.
"If you get locked out of your house at 2 a.m., you can just give me a
call," Bennett said.
Bennett is from Belle Glade and has 14-1/2 years of experience under
his belt. Seven and a half of these are with the Palm Beach County School
Board, where he helped service 178 schools. The other seven years come
from his own business in St. Augustine.
In December, the Bennetts moved to Wauchula, since Lindsey is orig-
inally from here, and opened the locksmithing business.
As of now, Bennett is commercial and residential, and does not cover
vehicles. However, he said that maybe in a year he would start doing vehi-
cles.
As a locksmith, Bennet can open and re-key locks and can set up a
master system with one key that can open every lock. He said that he
learned this from working with the school system.
New business or management? Remodeling or relocating? Call Brett
Jarnagin at 773-3255 with your business news.

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

S 75 YEARS AGO
,Land Bank Has Sold 461 Farms
i'lis Y'ar: As evidence of the fact
jtat faims are selling again and that
:t'e market for farm real estate has
'iinprd9ed, R.J. Taylor, vice-presi-
,dent and secretary of the Federal
dand Bank of Columbia, which
takess long-term first farm mort-
gage loans to farmers of this state,
Gborgia and the Carolinas, stated at
the meeting of officers, directors
6id borrowers of the National Farm
,Loan Associations of this and
;adjoining counties sold 461 farms
during the first six months of the
i.year.
'This is nearly three times the
,number of farms sold during a like
"period in 1930, and we expect that
the record for the last six months of
,this year'will even exceed that of
Ithe first half," said Mr. Taylor.

i Royal Theater Books "Trader
'Horn" Next: At last, Wauchulans
twill get an opportunity to see the
famous, motion picture which
they've.read so much about recent-
ly, for "Trader Horn," that picture,
as been booked for showing at the
Royal Theater here on Sunday,
Monday and Tuesday. The picture
rwas filmed by the biggest picture
expedition that ever went into
Africa, and that took with it the first
sound recording apparatus to ever
invade the Dark Continent.
There, were many thrills in that
, 2;0000mile trip, in which a safari
i ~iseveial hundred and a small army
of autos and trucks invaded spots
never before photographed. The
cameramen crept upon lions, leop-
ards, rhinoceri, crocodiles and other

"IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE
TENITHJUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF THE
STATE OF FLORIDA, IN AND FOR
i HARDEE COUNTY
CIVIL DIVISION
CASE NO. 2006-CA-289
CITIFINANbIAL SERVICES, INC.,
SAN OKLAHOMA CORPORATION,
I'ATTORNEY-IN-FACT FOR
S WASHINGTON MUTUAL

FINANCE, LLC, A DELAWARE
LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY,
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Vs.
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MARY ALICE TUCKER F/K/A AND FOR HARDEE COUNTY,
ARY ALICE BROWN; THE STATE OF FLORIDA
KNOWNN SPOUSE OF MARY JUVENILE DIVISION
LICE BROWN;. DANNY TUCKER;
L INCLUDING ANY CASE NO. 252006DP000184
UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF SAID
EFENNT(S), IF REMARRIED, IN THE INTEREST OF:
ND-IFbiDECEASED, THE HK
RESPECTIVE UNKNOWN HEIRS, '" H.K
EVSEES, GRANTEES, DOB: 12/10/02
SIGNEES, CREDITORS, LIENORS, CHILD. /
ND TRUSTEES, AND ALL OTHER
PERSONS CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, SUMMONS AND NOTICE OF
,DER OR AGAINST THE NAMED HEARING ON PETITION
SDEFENDANT(S); UNKNOWN FOR TERMINATION OF, PARENTAL
'TENANT #1; UNKNOWN RIGHTS
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'' Defbndant(s). :THE STATE OF FLORIDA TO:
S. *

S NOTICE OF SALE
..-Notice is hereby given that, pur-
,.aant to a.Final Summary Judgment
:Of Foreclosure entered in the above-
,yled cause, in the Circuit Court of
I'ardee County, Florida, I will sell the
qPoperty situate in Hardee County,
gorida, described as:
LOT 8, IN WHEELER FARMS.
-4 ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF
BOWLING GREEN. AS
': SHOWN BY MAP OR PLAT
THEREOF RECORDED IN
THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK
OF CIRCUIT COURT IN AND
FOR HARDEE *COUNTY,
FLORIDA, IN PLAT BOOK 3,
PAGE 38.
A/K/A
:;- 4822 Sally Blvd.
Bowling Green, FL 33834
Su6blidc sale, to the highest and best
,Ider, for cash, At the North Front
0or in the Hardee County
urthouse, 417 WEST MAIN
STREET, WAUCHULA, FL 33873 at
(o00 a.m., on August 30, 2006.
DATED THIS 7 DAY OF AUG., 2006
tqAny person claiming an interest In
trl surplus from the sale, if any, other
tti n the property owner as of the
dite of the lis pendens, must file a
cllim Within 60 days after the sale.
'"Witness, my hand and seal of this
(lurt on the 7th day of Aug., 2006.
B. Hugh Bradley
CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT
By: Connie Coker
Deputy Clerk
INSTRUMENT PREPARED BY:
fces of Daniel C. Consuegra
king Palm Drive
la, FL 33619-1328
Attorneys for Plaintiff
Iq accordance with the American with
Disabilities Act of 1990, persons
needing a special accommodation to
participate in this proceeding should
contact the ASA Coordinator no later
thin seven (7) days prior to the pro-
ceedings. If hearing impaired, please
qal (800) 955-9771, (TDD) or (800)
9,5-8770, (voice), via Florida Relay
,Service. 8:10-17c

denizens of the jungles, and actual-
ly placed microphones to catch
their voices. It was a dangerous
task, and once a rhino charged and
was dropped only a few feet of the
camera.

Demands For Frog Legs Exceeds
Local Supply: More orders for frog
legs are being received that can be
filled, according to local froggers
who this week shipped out only 14
barrels of the hoppers. The ship-
ments during the week ending yes-
terday brought total shipments
since the last of June to 135 barrels,
roughly 13,500 pounds.
Catches have been off for the last
10 days or two weeks, but the
change of the moon indicates an
increase may be expected. One firm
reported it received 400 pounds
Wednesday, the heaviest day's
receipts in several days. Dry weath-
er has hurt the frog business too,
froggers say, and more rain is need-
ed to help increase the supply by
making the croakers easier to find.

50 YEARS AGO
'Shiner' Removal Asked By
USDA: Florida Citrus Mutual, the
State Plant Board and the United
states Department of Agriculture
have joined in a recommendation
calling for the removal of "shiners"
or other ripened fruit and the
removal .of all "drops" except in
control areas to all citrus growers as
an immediate protection against the
Mediterranean fruit fly.
SImportation of the resolution as a
protection against the "fly" is
stressed by the joining together of
the three groups to impress growers
of citrus that these things must be
done to lower the incidence of
infestation. The joint resolution
appears in the current issue of
Mutual's weekly membership bul-
letin.

Football Drills Start Aug. 20:
Football practice for the 1956
Hardee High gridders will get under
way the morning of Aug. 20.when
two-a-day drills in shorts will
begin, according to Chuck
Williams, head coach. The prospec-
tive gridders, both "A" and "B"
squad hopefuls, are to report Friday,
Aug. 17, at 10 a.m. at the county
health office for physical. A meet-
ing will be held at the high school

FEDLE PEREZ
Father of K. H., a white male child
born on December 10, 2002
YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that
a petition for termination of parental
rights under oath has been filed by
the/. Department of. Children and
Families in the above styled Court,.
for the termination of your parental
rights to the above named child:
K.H.
a 'white male child
born on December 10, 2002
and you are hereby COMMANDED to
personally: appear before the Circuit
Court Judge, on September 21, 2006,
at 1:30 p.m., at the HARDEE COUNTY
COURTHOUSE, 417 WEST MAIN
STREET, WAUCHULA, FLORIDA, for
an ADVISORY HEARING in this mat-
ter.
YOU MUST PERSONALLY APPEAR
ON THE DAY AND TIME SPECIFIED
OR YOU WILL LOSE ALL RIGHTS AS
A PARENT TO THE CHILD NAMED IN
THE PETITION FOR TERMINATION
SOF PARENTAL RIGHTS ATTACHED.
YOUR FAILURE TO PERSONALLY
APPEAR WILL BE DEEMED TO BE
YOUR CONSENT TO THE TERMINA-
TION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS TO THE
CHILD NAMED IN THE PETITION
FOR TERMINATION OF PARENTAL
RIGHTS.
YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO HAVE
AN ATTORNEY REPRESENT YOU IN
THIS MATTER. IF YOU CANNOT
AFFORd AN ATTORNEY, YOU MUST
BE PR SENT AND REQUEST THAT
THE COURT APPOINT AN ATTOR-
NEY FOR YOU IF YOU WANT ONE.
ith Disabilities Act, persons with
liabilities needing a special accom-
modation to participate in this pro-
ceeding should contact the Individual
or agency sending the notice at 1014
South 6th Avenue, Wauchula, FL
33873, telephone (863) 773-9746, not
later than seven days prior to the pro-
- ceeding. If hearing impaired, (TDD) 1-
800-955-8771, or voice (V) 1-800-955-.
8779, via Florida Relay Service.
DATED THIS 31st day of July, 2006.
B. HUGH BRADLEY, CLERK
C. Nava
as his Deputy Clerk
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on Friday at 7 p.m.
Coach Williams will be assisted
with the "A" squad this year by
Chick Pollock, who will coach the
linemen. Pollock handled the B
squad last year. Handling the "B"
squad this year will be Dunning
,Terrell, whose principal coaching
duty is basketball. Coaches Will-
iams and Pollock have a big job
ahead trying to mold a representa-
tive 11 from the remainder of last
year's mediocre team.

Basketball Tourney Big Success:
The recreation-sponsored basket-
ball tourney came to a close Friday
night with Team E as the tourney
champs. The taller and more experi-
enced E boys, Ivan Mills, Norman
Nickerson and Duck Smith, defeat-
ed Team B. Buddy Baggot, Pat
Counts and Terry Warren, in a hotly
contested two-out-of-three game
sets.
In the first game Counts and
Warren bombarded the basket and it
looked like an easy night as the first
game ended 20 to 8 in favor of
Team B. The second game was a
very close game as the experienced
and cool Ivan Mills guided his team
to a 20 to 18 victory. In the final set
Team E was the aggressor and
emerged with a 20 15 win. The
participators say, "Let's have anoth-
er one next week!"

25 YEARS AGO
Mrs. Conner Is Unusual Woman:
Anna V. Conner, 86, after 50 years
as an agent for Prudential Insurance
Company is still winning awards
from the company for her sales abil-
ity. After being told by doctors she
would never walk again, Mrs.
Conner proved them wrong by
walking onto the stage in Toronto,
Canada, to be honored for over $1
million in sales during the past year.
Mrs. Conner doesn't consider
that an unusual accomplishment
since she says, "I have always sold
over a million dollars worth of
insurance each year for the entire 50
years. Several times I have sold
over $2 million worth in one year.
Three years ago I sold over two mil-
lion dollars worth." After having
two vertebrae crushed during a
surgery about three years ago, doc-
tors said she would never walk
again. "They didn't know me," she
says.

Ben Norris'Wins GABI Toirna-
ment: Ben Norris of Hardee County
was the winrie~df ihe..,GaCdiniet'
Athletic BenefitInterational Golf
Tournament over the weekend at

Little Cypress of Zolfo Springs.
Norris broke out of a cluster'of five
golfers, who seemed to be having
their name carved on the beautiful
GABI trophy. Norris made the turn
on the final nine, even par for the
day and one over for the tourney.
Jim Youmans, another Hardee
County Golfer, was the leader at
that point with a one under and at
one time led by three strokes over
the field. Norris on the back nine
"caught on fire" as he birdied num-
ber one and then built a three-stroke
lead of his own with a string of
three birdies on holes four, five and
six.

Two Warrants Issued For
Negron's Arrest: Warrants have
been issued for automobile dealer
Victor Negron, who left Wauchula
over two weeks ago and has not
been heard from since. Authorities
charged with serving the warrants
still do not know his whereabouts.
One warrant charges Negron with
disposal of mortgaged property

FIRST REDFISH
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Justin Newman, 8, caught his
first redfish last Saturday In
the Boca Grande area while
fishing with his grandparents,
Chuck and Kay Huddleston.
They were fishing with live
shrimp. Justin is the son of
Wayne and Lisa Newman of
Wauchula.

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Rainfall for the month of July observation of weather data has
1996 was measured at 1.87 inches been studied at the station for the
at the University of Florida's Cattle last 54 years. And July, traditionally
Research and Education Center the second wettest month of the
located near Ona well below nor- year, did not live up to its title this
mal. Collection of rainfall and year.

under lien and the other with two
counts of grand theft
The first warrant pertains to the
agreement he had with Glenn B.
Slaughter to purchase the furniture,
automobile equipment and automo-
bile parts in the building he was
leasing from Slaughter. Under the
terms of agreement, Negron gave
Slaughter a down payment and a
promissory note toward the pur-
chase of the furniture, equipment
and parts and put up the property as
collateral.

10 YEARS AGO
Former Inmate Sues Sheriff's
Office: A former inmate at the
Hardee County Jail issuing the
Sheriff's Office over an injury he
suffered while playing ball in the
recreation yard here. Acting as his
own attorney, Warren Taylor of Fort
Meade. is seeking, damages in the
amount of $600,000 and a punitive
award for $1.8 million. Also named
as a defendant in the civil action is
the city of Wauchula where the jail
is located.
Taylor alleges that on May 31,
1994, while detained in the jail
pending trial, he tore ligaments 'in
his right ankle playing volleyball,
requiring surgery. Taylor describes
the volleyball court in his written
pleading as a "solid concrete area
filled with ruts and holes." It was
landing in a rut, he alleges, that
injured his ankle. As a result, he
claims he has "lasting complica-
tions which impeded his normal
way of life."

Murder Cases Progress: Two
murder cases pending in Hardee
Circuit Court are progressing
toward trial. Antonio Arellano, 40,
formerly of Bowling Green, plead-
ed not guilty Tuesday to charges of
first-degree murder and aggravated
assault with a deadly weapon in the
Feb. 20 slaying of 36-year-old Jose
Valenzuela.
And depositions are nearly com-
pleted in the case of Michael Ford
II, 21, of Bowling Green, who is
accused of first-degree murder,
attempted first-degree murder, two
counts of armed kidnapping and
two counts of armed robbery in the
New Year's Day 1995 stabbings of
two migrant farm workers.

July The.Driest On Record Here!:
Does this summer seem hotter than
most? Maybe that's because cool-
ing rains, usually a constant, have
been rather elusive this year. In fact,
this past July was the driest on
record. Hardee County received the
least amount of rain for the month
since official recording began in
1942.
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Continued from last week:
MENDING YOUR MARRIAGE PART 3
9. Do not be selfish. What each of you has belongs to both of you in
a marriage. You should share the burden of your budget. If you do not work
outside the home, then you should do the majority of the work around the
home. Your mate works hard to make ends meet and you need to share the
responsibility.
10. Do not be easily angered. Before you speak, think about what
you are about to say. How will it affect your mate? Grow up! Don't be eas-
ily offended. Don't let the sun go down on your wrath.
I .' Do not keep records of perceived wrongs against you' Again, you
must forgive your mate in order to have a good.marriage. If it is something
you feel is affecting your marriage, you may talk to your mate, but do not
beat your mate over the head aboutthe subject, and allow your mate to talk
to you about the perceived/or real problem.
12. Love protects. Your mate needs protection from the world. They
need protection from evil.
13. Love always hopes for the best in your marriage. If both of you
wish the best and speak blessings over your marriage, it will blossom. A
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Magnolia Manor was the scene of "Back To School For The Community,"
hosted by Katrina Blandin and Marilyn Browdy Morris on Saturday. A total
of 200 bookbags were handed out to children, 20 free haircuts given and 15
emergency-care cards notarized, all while parents and children enjoyed hot
dogs, hamburgers, pizza, popcorn and cold drinks. Participants included p
the Early Childhood Coalition, the Hardee County Health Department, .
Hlardee County Fire-Rescue, South Florida Community College, Exceptional
Student Education and Kylia Carwell of Devereux Kids. There were also
Information tables for the Emergency Operations Center and the Supervisor
of.Elections Office. On hand for the event were Schools Superintendent
Dennis Jones, School Board members Jan Platt and Gina Neuhofer and
candidates Teresa Crawford, Kim Hanshaw and Paul Samuels. Sponsors
Included Kash n' Karry, McDonald's, Wal-Mart, Burger King, Cat's Corner,-
Cooper's Flowers, Family Dollar, Winn-Dixie, Cato, State Farm, Beall's,
Bidcock, Royal's, First Missionary Baptist Church, New Mt. Zion, Miracle
Temple, Pizza Hut, Subway, Peace River Electric, Davone Sirmans, Wilma,
Clark, Innovations Car Club, Del's Hair Salon, the County Commission, and
Virginia Belcher and volunteers Jerry Rich, Doris Hinson, Shauntee Hines,
Sherry Morris, Verconia Brown, Kanisha Blandin, Daishia Blandin, Erik
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ByJOAN SEAMAN
Of The Herald-Advocate
< What kind of contributions
shouldd the municipalities makeq-
ti6wrd the central dispatch system.:
, n preliminary discussion at last
weik's meeting, the Hardee County
Commission decided to set an
evening workshop with representa-
ti&ves of Bowling Green, Wauchula
aiaf Zolfo S rings, the Sheriff's
Office and Fire-Rescue Department
officials. At press time that meeting
hadn't been scheduled.
. County Manager Lex Albritton
presented the issue in the absence
of commission Chairman Nick
Tiiimerman who had requested

such a meeting be set.
Albritton said in discussion of
the Sheriff's Office request for five
more staff for central dispatch
some information has come to
light. According to the operating
costs for the next fiscal year, a
breakdown of calls for services
shows financial responsibility
could be better shared.
The total estimated dispatch bud-
get for 2006-07 is. $586,280. The
largest percentage of calls received
are for the Sheriff's Office person-
nel, with 44.56 percent or about
$261,246 of the proposed budget.
Next is the Wauchula Police
Department, with 27.73 percent of
$162,575 of the budget. Bowling

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Green police calls come in at 9.81
percent, equal to $57,514 and Zolfo
Springs police are at 7.14 percent
or $41,860.
The remaining calls have been
for Hardee County Fire-Rescue,
accidents or illness calls making up
10.75 percent of $63,084. A pro-
posal underway would move these
calls to a contract with Polk
County which is taking the lead in
going to a regional system which
would reduce redundancy and
overlap. Many times each county
has to assist another under its mutu-
al service interlocal agreements.
Commissioners felt more input
was needed from. each of 'the
municipalities and decided on an
evening meeting to enable more to
attend.

In other action, the commission:
discussed planning for school
opening. Commissioner Gordon
Norris asked about crossing guards
and other preparations for the
Wauchula Hills area. "I want the
students to get back and forth safe-
ly."
Albritton said solar lights have
been ordered for the area. The side-
walk will not be done on schedule,
but the signage will be in place.
The Sheriff's OffiCe is working out
the crossing guard schedule, at
Keeton Road. Two walkways were
painted in error and have to
removed and/or changed as they
are not according to state
Department of Transportation regu-
lations.
"It will take a week or two to
adjust the traffic pattern and see
how many students south of Rainey
Boulevard actually walk. Students
will not keep to sidewalks, but will
take the route which best suits
them," said Albritton.
discussed the Peace River
Basin Board meeting on Aug. 4.
Liaison Bryant was unable to
attend and his alternate Smith
couldn't go either. Norris volun-
teered to go. Local Mosaic employ-
ee Paul Samuels is a member of the
Basin Board of Directors.
approved a pair of resolutions
increasing assessments. The solid
waste assessment goes up $3.75 per
year and the fire control assessment
is up $13 per year for residential
clients and proportionately in-
creased on commercial rates. (see
related story on page 1A).

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By MICHAEL KELLY
For The Herald-Advocate
Wauchula resident Buford Long
tas recently received two presti-
,ious recognition. Long was
inducted into the Polk County
ports Hall of Fame and was also
iamed the 52nd greatest all-time
University of Florida Gator.
SLong was raised in Lake Wales
nd played four sports for the
|Highlanders. He played football,
baseball basketball and ran track
or the school, earning him 16 var-
ity letters by the time he graduat-
Long earned the State of Florida
sports Writer's Award for the best
ill-around athlete in 1947 and
Gain in 1948.
After high school Long contin-
ied his sports career at the Univer-
ity of Florida. Long remembers
here were only about 4,000 stu-
ents at the university when he
attended, compared to over 10
times that amount today. While a
ator he earned letters in football,
baseball and track. Long is the last
rson to earn a letter for three dif-
erent sports in the same season
om The University of Florida.
while at UF Long roomed with fel-
ow football player Jackie Papas,
ho still remains one of his closest
friends.

hula's Buford Long Receives High Honors

Long, nicknamed "Bookie," was
most noted for what he did on the
football field, where he was a three-
year letterman. He was known for
being very valuable on both sides
of the ball but particularly on
offense. In 1951 he averaged 6.9
yards per play. In 1952 he set a
Gator football record for the most
rushing touchdowns in a single sea-
son at 14. He still shares this record
today with Gator great and the
NFL's all-time leading rusher
Emmit Smith. As a senior Long
was named to the All-SEC
(Southeastern Conference) team.
He finished his collegiate career
with 25 touchdowns for a total of
150 points, which still ranks as the
13th highest total in UF History.
In 1953 NFL draftee Long was
selected in the fifth round by the
New York Giants. As a Giant Long
played on both sides of the ball,
spending time at halfback, defen-
sive back and end. During his rook-
ie season Long was second on the
team in interceptions, earning him
the honor of being named the
Giants rookie of the year. During
his three-year NFL career with the
Giants Long had 52 rushes for 164
yards and one touchdown along
with 33 receptions for 462 yards
and four touchdowns. During his

collegiate and pro career Long
played alongside such staars as
Frank Gifford, Roosevelt Brown,
Tom Landry, Rick Casares and
Dick Moline.
Long has since been inducted
into the University of Florida
Athletic Hall of Fame and the

Georgia-Florida Hall of Fame. He
has also received the Billy Chase
Memorial Award, given to an out-
standing Polk County Gator.
After his football career Long
moved to Wauchula. He went into
business for himself selling Massey
Ferguson tractors on the corner of

U.S. 17 and Carlton Street until
1985, when he closed the business.
Since then Long and his wife
Sammie own some orange groves
which keeps them busy. Long sees
the outlook for the citrus industry
to be pretty good as long as it can
overcome the battle with citrus

canker.
Long still loves his Gators. He
was a charter member in the Bull
Gator club, which is the highest
level of athletic boosters. He has
not missed a season since the group
was formed about 25 years ago. As
a Bull Gator, Long gets the oppor-
tunity to meet with the coaches sev-
eral times throughout the year.
When asked what he thinks of the
Head Coach Urbin Meyer, Long
had nothing but praise. "I really
like him. I think he will be able to
turn that program back into the way
it was when Steve Spurrier was
there."
Unfortunately, during the last
year Long was diagnosed with can-
cer. His cancer started in his phar-
ynx. Long and his wife spent five
weeks in Seattle so he could under-
go neuron radiation treatment.
Since then the cancer has spread
into other areas and Long now goes
for chemotherapy at the Moffitt
Cancer Center in Tampa. Sammie
said her husband is fighting hard
and has been taking the treatments
fairly well.

Vote VO

Glenn Bergens

Hardee County School Board
District 4

1. Dedicated to the future of ALL Children.
2. Dedicated to seek available grant funding to
benefit our children.
3. Dedicated to seeking equal treatment for ALL
Children. -
4. Dedicated to seeking equal treatment for ALL
school employees.
5. Concerned for: The SAFETY of our children frc
the bus stop to the classroom!

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eir days at the University of Florida.
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Long pauses for a pose before the pro season.

Buford Long takes a break
during a game.

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A well-chosen word has often
sufficed to stop a flying army,.
to change defeat into victory
and to save an empire.
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Mr. & Mrs. Yogy Lozano

April Buckley &,Ygy

Lozano Exchange Vows

April Michelle Buckley of Wau-
chula became the bride of Yogy Lee ,
Lozano of Zolfo Springs on Satur-
day, June 17, in a ceremony at the
Wauchula home of the bride's
grandparents, Bruce and Jeanette
Perrine.
The bride is the daughter of
Tammy Perrine of Port St. Lucie
arid Robert Buckley of Wauchula.
The, groom is the son of Maggie,
Chavez of Zolfo Springs and
Raymond Lozano of Zolfo Springs.
Officiating at the four o'clock in
the afternoon ceremony was Willie.
Gilliard.
The bride was given in marriage
by her father. The couple stood
beneath a white wicker arch deco-
rated with greenery to, exchange
vbws as guests seated in 100 white
chairs looked on.
The bride wore a strapless silk
and chiffon beaded floor-length
gown. She carried a bouquet of
white daisies with lavender, honey-
dew and coral ribbon interlaced
among the flowers.
Attending to the bride were maid
of honor Erica Apolinar and brides-
maids Jamie Buckley and Stephanie
Humphrey. The maid of honor wore
a lavender strapless knee-length
beaded chiffon dress. The brides-

maids wore colors of honeydew
coral. They carried small bouql
of daisies with ribbons match
their dresses.
Nia Mendoza, Alissa Garcia
Sierra Lozano also attended to
couple's wedding needs.
Serving as best man was Mig
Martinez. Groomsmen were Ju5
lRawls, Sieven Naarianjo."Gab
Mendoza, Jeremy Mendoza and
bride and groom's son, Jos
Lozano.
Following the ceremony, a w
ding reception was held at the A
Civic Center in Wauchuila. Th
were white tiered cakes with but
cream icing and a canopy stairs
of white daisies.
Assisting with hospitalities w
Bess Stallings, Kevin and .
Smith and Bruce and Jeani
Perrine, all of Wauchula.
Following a honeymoon
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a degree in radiology.
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Rise & Shine
By Ted Simonson
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
Welcome to the Information Age! Thanks to the Internet, youcganave
a ton of information in your lap in seconds, most of it useless.
I serve as an online counselor for a Christian Web site. Most of the
requests for help I receive are about God. Why did God allow this? What
does God think about that? How does one get in touch with God?
Over and over, people will not go to their Bibles for answers. And when
they do, they don't like what they read there. I often wonder: If they were
given the answers to all their questions, how much better off would they be?
Are the Ten Commandments hard to understand? Yet people disobey
these commands repeatedly while seeking answers to a thousand unrelated:
questions. :' : '. .. ,. .
Essentially people do not need more information. They need to get
busy using he information they already have.
"Verily I say unto you: whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God
as a little child, he shall not enter therein" (Mark 10f15)..How much does a
little child know? Little children are not remarkable for superior wisdom but
for simple belief.
Jesus actually used questions to make His listeners think and to chal-
lenge them to choose the.truth. Here are a few examples:
1.) "And why do you worry about clothes?" (Matthew 6:28)
2.) "Do you believe that I am able to do this?" (Matthew 9:28)
3.) "Who do you say that I am?" (Matthew 16:15)
4.), "Which of you, intending to build a tower, sitteth not down first and
counteth the cost, whether he have sufficient to finish it?" (Luke 14:28)
Perhaps the most famous interview in the Bible occurred when
Nicodemus came to Jesus by night and ran headfirst into this statement by
the Master: "Except a man be born again, he shall not see the Kingdom of
God" (John 3:3).
Nicodemus replied, "How can a man be born when he is old?"
A fair question. May we all be wise enough to ask it?
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Mr. & Mrs. Kyle Oakley

Heather Thornton &

Kyle Oakley Marry

Heather Michelle Thornton be-
came the bride of James Kyle
Oakley on Saturday, June 17, at
Pioneer Park in Zolfo Springs..
The bride is the daughter of Larry
and Holly Thornton of Wauchula.
The groom is the son of Melody and
Mark Fields of Bowling Green and
Jim and Kaye Oakley of Bradenton.
Officiating at the six o'clock
evening ceremony in the Nicker-
son-Ullrich Pavilion was Vickie
Juarez. Nuptial music was provided
by Adam Newman.
The bride was given in marriage
by. her parents. She wore a white
strapless A-line floor-length gown
adorned with sequins. A tiara head-
piece and single-layer veil were
graced with sequins, asI well She
carried a bouquet of ,silk white
roses, lavender roses and assorted
lavender flowers. :
Serving as maid of honor was
Jeinifer Nicole Castillo of Woi-
chula, sister of the bnde. She wore
a two-piece lavender floor-length
dress and carried a bouquet to
match the bride's.
Flower'girl ws Summer Fields,
sister of the groom, who wore a
strapless floor-length gown. Miles
Yates, the couple's son, served, as.

ring bearer in a black tuxedo.
Best ,man was Daniel Cook of
Wauchula. Groomsmen included
Blake Alteri of Winter Haven and
Josh Porter of Avon Park.
The bride's mother wore a two-
piece lavender dress with sequins,
graced with a lavender corsage. The
groom's mother wore a lavender
floral tea-length dress adorned with
a lavender.corsage.
Following the exchange of vows,
a wedding reception was held in the
pavilion. A three-tiered cake was
decoratedtiwith--lavender -flowers-
and draped with ivy. Tables held
lavender flowers, lavender and
white candles and silver wedding
bells.
The bride changed into a, royal
blue tea-length dress with spaghetti
straps and matching royal blue high
heels for the -wedding tiip to
Alabama.
SFollowing their honeymoon, thp
couple are at home in Bowling
.lGreen.
SThe bride attended Hardee Senior
High School and is' homemaker.
The groom is a 2004 graduate of
Hardee Senior High School, and is
currently employed at Belflowers
Floor Direct.

THANK YOU
WE WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS OUR
THANKS AND APPRECIATION TO ALL
OUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS THAT SENT
FLOWERS, CARDS, PRAYERS, FOOD OR
MONEY DURING OUR RECENT LOSS OF
OUR BELOVED HUSBAND AND FATHER
LESLIE CARLTON.
THE FAMILY OF LESLIE CARLTON.
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sincere and heartfelt gratitude for all the cards,
meals and prayers offered for me during my recent
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Party Honors

1-Year-Old
Little Jayla Cabrera turned one
year old on Aug. 4 and was given a
party on Aug. 5 at Pioneer Park.
For her first birthday, the theme
was Butterflies and Flowers. She is
the daughter of Jessica Rickett and
Joel Cabrera, who provided the
hamburgers, hot dogs, fajitas, chips
and drinks, along with the "My
First Birthday" cake.
Several relatives and friends
dropped by to share in the occasion.

Powers Rangers

Party Honors

Mickie Cruz
Michael Hunter "Mikie" Cruz,
son of Mike and Nicole Cruz,
turned five years old on Aug. 2, but
had an early party on July 29 to cel-
ebrate the occasion.
Power Rangers was the theme for
the party hosted by his parents, who
prepared hamburgers, hot dogs,
potato salad, chips and, of course, a
Power Rangers cake.
Among those joining Mikie were
his grandparents, Rudy and Virginia
Cruz of Wauchula; great-grandpar-
ents Hazel and Billy Nicholson of
Bowling Green; sister Jill Cruz of
Alabarfia; cousin Justin Cruz of
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Caleb McCoy YOUTH TRIP

Turns 6
Caleb McCoy was six years old
on July 17, but waited until July 22
for a party at Bowl-Of-Fun Lanes.
The party, with an Army theme,
was hosted by parents Mark McCoy
and Jessica McCoy.
Family and friends came to share
the special occasion and Caleb's
birthday cake and ice cream.

Jayla

Wauchula; aunt and uncle Norma
and James Cruz of Wauchula; and
friends Aaron and A.B. Delatorre,
Riley Boyett and D.J. Navarro, all
of Wauchula.

Caleb

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COURTESY PHOTO
Sponsored by Youth on Missions, several youth and youth leaders from First Baptist Church of
Zolfo Springs left July 17 and returned July 23 from a mission trip to the First Baptist Church of
Weaverville, N.C. They were part of a group of 130 youth involved in some kind of mission work
this summer. Their "new bus" performed well and they are excited to plan a similar trip to
Weaverville next summer.

1-Year-Old

Celebrates
Haylee Joy Magee turned one
year old on Aug. 4 and celebrated
on Aug. 5 with a birthday party at
her home.
Theme of the party, hosted by her
parents David W. Jr. and Kim L.
Magee, was Strawberry Shortcake.
Many family and friends stopped
by to enjoy the cake and ice cream
with the little girl.
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ONE BLUE, ONE PINK
Mr. and Mrs. Reson Holt, Louis-
ville, Ky., a six pound 12 ounce
son, Luk Aeron, born May 7, 2006,
Norton Suburban Hospital, Louis-
ville, Ky. Mrs. Holt is the former
Aislynn Calves. Maternal grand-
parents are Bobby and Chela
Calves of Zolfo Springs. Maternal
great-grandparents are Ondina
Calves of Zolfo Springs and
Danner and Mercedes Rodriguez of
Old Hickory, Tenn. Paternal grand-
parents are Reson and Sandra Holt,
of Wauchula. Paternal great-grand-
parents are Lawrence and Joyce
Tallant and Bonny Holt, all of
Wauchula. Paternal: great-great-
grandmother is Lillie Belle Holt of
Zolfo Springs.
Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Stone,
Wauchula, a six pound four ounce
daughter, Chesnie Lynae, born June
24, 2006, 'Highlands Regional
Medical Center, Sebring, Mrs.
Stone's is the former Mary Fowler.
Paternal grandparents are Hershel
and Debbie Stone of Wauchula.
Paternal great-grandmother is
Doris Whitehead of Wauchula.

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WWII VETS TO TOUR ITALY
The annual reunion tour of the
Fifth Army veterans of World War
II Italian Campaign, their families
and friends are welcome to join the
visit to Rome, Anzio, Cassino,
Nettuno, Pisa, Florence, Futa Pass,
Bologna, Venice and American mil-
itary cemeteries there.
Veterans who battled Nazi forces
from 1943 to 1945 will visit Italy
for 10 days from May 7-18, 2007. It
will be a nostalgic tour of cities,
towns and places where battles
were fought and many died.
Anyone interested in joining this
tour should call Sy Canton, for-
merly of the 752nd Tank Battalion-
5th Army, at 561-865-8495 or write
to him at 5121 B Nesting Way,
Delray Beach, Fl. 33484.;

Northside Baptist Church will
have a special speaker at its Sunday
services;-
Ron Coram will speak at both the
11 a.m. and 6 p.m. services at the
church at, 912 N. Eighth Ave.,
Wauchula. Everyone is invited.
Faith Temple Ministries will
host a 'Back 2 School Bash on
Saturday at the athletic field off
West Main Street behind the old
Hardee Junior High School.
From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. there will
be free school supplies, food such
as hot dogs, face painting, a moon
jump, cake walk and music. An
adult must accompany the child.
For more information, call the
church at 773-3800.

Call in DAILY for a
short Bible message.

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COURTESY PHOTOS
Construction supervisors led Collegiate Challenge volunteers in
prayer at the start of every work day. Student volunteers from St.'
Francis University, Pa., arrived Feb. 26 and stayed until March 5.
Bluffton University, Ohio, students worked March 5 through 12.

Teamwork is the key to building Habitat houses, as well as
friendships. Students from Indiana University joined the
Collegiate Challenge on March 12-19.

Volunteers from Western Kentucky University donned work
gloves March 19-26.

Pounding nails March 26-April 1 were students from the
University of Northern Alabama.

KEEP

Gina

Neuhofer
School Board
District 3
As an educator and active volunteer
in our schools I am able to lend my
formal and hands-on classroom
experiences to making Board
decisions.
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Habitat Happenings
By Julie Durrance,,.,
The dog days of summer are here and, although the heat is on, work is
prdgressing on our fifth Habitat home. Dedicated volunteers and future
Habitat homeowners are helping improve lives, one house at a time.
Over spring break, we were blessed with some super volunteers from
Habitat For Humanity's Collegiate Challenge. Our affiliate was one of 111
in the Southern region to host collegiate groups. According to HFH
International, this year's spring break Collegiate Challenge included 472
schools and churches, and 223 HFH campus chapters from across the
nation.
A total of 10,345 college students participated in the challenge, and
donated approximately $1,124,755 to HFH affiliates. It is wonderful to
know there are young people out there willing to give so generously to sup-
port Habitat For Humanity.
The following collegiate work groups came to our Hardee County affil-
iate: from St. Francis University, Pa., Becca, Jode, Bob, Alex, Justine,
Fawne, Diana, Andrew, Chris an Deborah pounded nails the week of Feb.
26-March 5.
Bluffton University, Ohio, students Rachel Cooley, Annie Brady,
Jennifer Roehrle, Alli Marinelli, Ashlee Dawson, Sarah Billings, Stephanie
Yoder, Megan Stratford, Kendra Bermosk and Nick Hollis joined us March
5-12.
Indiana University sent Shannon Cullerton, Stephanie Wolfe,
Stephanie Estes, Laura Stevens, Angela Wuehn, Liz Wolfe, Mark Foster,
Jessica Donaldson, Kelly Robertson, Jill Kays, Nate Jarvis, Evan Merida,
Rachel Tuttle and Amber Hoefling to lend their hands March 12-19.
Student builders from Western Kentucky University worked March 19-
26, and included Dana Adams, Juan Burbage, Mindy Johnson, Devin

Moran, Rebecca Grover, Christina Pollings, Amy Kaiser, Emily Kaiser and
Wade Jackson.
Our final collegiate group came March 26-April 1 from the University
of Northern Alabama. They included Alan Balch, Sabrina Balch, Michaella
Manning, Joel Nafe, Stefanie Haeffele, Teri Wakefield, Shina Southard,
Megan McClellan, Jackson Jolly, Victoria Carmon and Jennifer Butler.
These hard-working students were also joined by some great construc-
tion supervisors from the Care-a-Vanners and Ramblers groups: Bob and
Carolyn Eissler, Kim and Terri Kramer, Rick and Eleanor Payne and Frank.
Reality Ranch provided housing for our college groups. Randy
Johnson and his wife are always willing to provide a place for out-of-town
Habitat volunteers to stay. Members of Wauchula Methodist, Bowling
Green Methodist and Peace Valley Lutheran churches and the Kiwanis,
Lions, and Rotary clubs provided lunches, snacks and the always-needed
bottled water.
Finally Vandolah Power Co. donated $60,000 to help build this house.
The company also treated each college work group to an appreciation din-
ner, tour and thank-you gifts. Vandolah Power continues to support our mis-
sion through its own team of electricians and workers, who donate their
time and skills on our houses.
As always, Habitat welcomes your support through prayer, donations
or volunteering at the work site. Put your faith into action and call our vol-
unteer coordinator, Sherron Jensen, at 773-0579 or 773-6602 and tell her
you'd like to help.
Habitat needs you!

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feminine form of Andrew. Belgian-born Hepburn changed the n to a u
to become Audrey.
Training is everything. The peach was once a bitter alhond; cau-
liflower is nothing but cabbage with a college education.
-Mark Twain

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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
Aug. 7, Gilbert Luna, 36, of 4632 Pine Ave., Bowling Green, was
arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on a charge of non-support and detained him
for failure to appear in court on a charge of possession of drug parapher-
nalia.

Aug. 6, Jdrry Wayne Stephenson, 51, of 3804 Hoyt Ave., Sebring, and
Michelle Lynn Gallimore, 37, P.O. Box 7926, Sebring, were arrested by
Sgt. Eric Thompson and each charged with possession of methampheta-
mine and possession of drug paraphernalia.
Aug. 6, fights on Snell Street and on Will Duke Road were reported.

Aug. 5, Tony Edward Ward, 15, of 4126 Chester Ave., Bowling Green,
was arrested by Sgt. Lyle Hart and charged with two counts grand theft and
burglary of a structure.
Aug. 5, a burglary on Dink AlbrittonRoad and a fight on Rodeo Drive
were reported.

Aug. 4, Jordy Lee Mendoza, 21, of 3551 S. Poplar St., Zolfo Springs,
was arrested by the countywide Drug Task Force and charged with pur-
chase of marijuana, tampering with evidence and possession of drug para-
phernalia.
Aug. 4, Maria Anna Montoya, 25, of 1123 Lincoln St., Wauchula, was
arrested by Sgt. Lyle Hart on a capias charging her with non-support.
Aug. 4, a residential burglary on Peterson Street and thefts on
Vandolah Road and on West Main Street were reported.

Aug. 3, Rushin Dealasalaam Ellison, 28, of 667 Sally Place, Wauchula,
was arrested by the Drug Task Force and charged with resisting arrest with-
out violence and driving with knowledge of a suspended license.
Aug. 3, Joni Michelle Strahan, 27, of 426 Magnolia Blvd., Wauchula,
was arrested by Dep. Mixon Trammell and charged with making a false 911
call and failure to obey a lawful command.
Aug. 3, thefts on Altman Road and on U.S. 17 North were reported.

Aug. 2, Carl Zapata, 41, of 1370 U.S. 17 North, Fort Meade, was
arrested by Dep. David Drake on capiases charging him with battery and
failure o appear in court on a charge of battery.
Aug. 2, burglary of a conveyance on Lincoln Street, thefts on
Methodist Church Road and U.S. 17 North and criminal mischief on
Chamberlain Boulevard were reported.

Aug. 1, Samuel Arreola, 19, of 1703 Oden Road, Wauchula, was
arrested by Dep. David Drake on a capias charging him with non-support.
Aug. 1, a theft on U.S. 17 North and criminal mischief on South
Florida Avenue were reported.

July 31, Shanoh Marie Armstrong, 29, of 229 Angeles Road, Debary,
was arrested by Dep. David Drake on an amended warrant charging her
with violation of probation (original charge uttering a forged instrument).
July 31, Wesley Antonio Hendry, 18, of 225 Johnson St., Eatonville,
was arrested by Dep. David Drake on warrants charging him with violation
of probation (original chliges sale or delivery of cocaine and carrying a
concealed weapon).
July 31, Bobby Joe Coughlin, 27, P.O. Box 1303, Zolfo Springs, was
arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on capiases alleging failure to appear in court
on charges of purchase of marijuana and possession of marijuana.
July 31, Sherita Ann Baggett, 52, of 903 Booker Ave., 'hring, was
arrested by Dep. Manuel Zuniga on warrants alleging failure to appear in
court on charges of burglary of a structure and petit theft.
July 31, Fidencio Alexander Salazar, 21, of 1852 Petteway Road,
Wauchula, was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on warrants charging him with
possession of methamphetamine, possession of a controlled substance
without a prescription and possession of drug paraphernalia.
July 31, burglary of a conveyance on Old Bradenton Road, a theft on
Ratliff Road and vehicles stolen at David Court and at Lincoln Street were
reported.

WAUCHULA
Aug. 6, Mildred Beatrice Dempsey, 64, of 1114 Downing Circle,
Wauchula, was arrested by Ofc. Chris LeConte and charged with domestic
violence battery.
Aug. 6, a theft on U.S. 17 South was reported.

Aug. 5, Ricky Wayne Rogers, 45, General Delivery, Wauchula, was
arrested by Ofc. Kyle Bermingham and charged with violation of the open
container ordinance.

Aug. 4, Inez Kimsey McClain, 68, of Shaman Road North, Port
Charlotte, was arrested by Ofc. Chris LeConte on a Collier County warrant
charging her with issuing a worthless check.

Aug. 3, Filberto Santiago Guendulay, 26, of 735 Sandpiper Road,
Wauchula, was arrested by Ofc. Robert Spencer on a warrant charging him
with violation of probation (original charge domestic battery).

Aug. 2, Pamela Marie McQuaig, 30, of 2598 Gregory Lane, Wauchula,
and Christopher Omar Trevino, 27, of 3525 Poplar St., Zolfo Springs, were
arrested by Sgt. John Eason and each charged with possession of drug para-
phernalia. Trevino was also charged with possession of marijuana.
Aug. 2, Kevin Dwayne Maxwell, 19, of 126 College Lane, Zolfo
Springs, was arrested by Ofc. Matthew Whatley on a charge of violation of
probation (original charge grand theft).

Aug. 1, Clint Morgan Albritton, 29, was arrested by Ofc. Chris
LeConte on warrants charging him with uttering a forged check and grand
theft.
Aug. 1, James Bojas Hernandez, 52, of 294 Stephen Road, Wauchula,
was arrested by Ofc. Chris LeConte and charged with DUI.
Aug. 1, a theft on West Main Street was reported.

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For School Board District 5

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( Hardee County Education Foundation Scholarships
Class of 2006 Deadline Approaching
Dear HHS Class of 2006 Graduates:
This letter is a reminder that Friday, September 1, 2006, is the deadline to apply for our Foundation's
scholarship money.
While you and your fellow class members were in elementary school, the Hardee County Education
Foundation sponsored a fundraising event that gives you an opportunity for some additional scholarship
money as you further your education after high school. This money was raised by parents, community
members, and local businesses. As the Class of 2006, you are the second group of graduating seniors who
will receive the benefits from this money.
To receive the money that was raised and invested requires that you must have:
1. graduated from Hardee Senior High School with the Class of 2006,
2. attended the Hardee County School System for 8 years or more. They do not have to be in
consecutive years, and
3. now be pursuing a college, trade, or technical school education after high school.
Unfortunately, if you do not meet all three of these requirements then you will not be eligible for these
funds. After September 1, all the available money will be divided equally among the seniors who do qualify.
hn an effort to process your application, complete and return the following information. You must
include your acceptance letter or proof of acceptance and an invoice from viour aPeleed

institution verifying your eligibility.

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Sincerely,

Jim See
President
Hardee County Education Foundation, Inc.
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IStudent Name:
iStudent Social Security Number:
ITelephone Number:

Name of Post Secondary Institution:
IComplete Address of Institution's Business or Financial Aid Office:

Telephone Number of Financial Aid Office:
Return by mail to:
Debra Daggett, contact person
Hardee Education Foundation, Inc.

P.O. Box 1678
Wauchula, FL 33873
Sor return in person to the Hardee County School Board Office
I All completed applications must be received on or before September 1, 2006
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All requests will be processed after September 1, 2006. Funds will be disbursed only after all eligibility is
verified. Those students already submitting completed applications are:

Altman, Justin
Basey, James
Benavides, Jarrett
Burrus, Christie
DeSantiago, Rita

Garza, Marcus
Gicker, Joseph
Hall, Micaela
Jamagin, Brett
Mahoney, Rebekah

McClenithan, Brenton
Minegar, Michael
Moore, Daniel
Olliff, Walter
Reyes, Evelyn

Sanders, Jessie
Sanders, Kevin
Shackelford, William
Sosa, David
Thomas, Courtney

Timmons, Ashley
Weed, Jessica

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July 31, James George Erickson, 41, of 814 S. 10th Ave., Wauchula,
was arrested by Sgt. Thomas Harris and charged with possession of
methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia.

BOWLING GREEN
Aug. 5, Patrisio Patrick Tovar, 21, of 726 S. Poplar Ave., Fort Meade,
was arrested by Capt. Brett Dowden and charged with aggravated domestic
stalking.

Aug. 4, Dominique Anita Hughes, 18, of 418 E. Virginia Ave., Punta
Gorda, Krystal Lynn Staffieri, 15, of 4224 Michigan Ave., Fort Myers, and
Michelle Marie Stanis, 14, of 720 E. Parker St., Lakeland, were arrested by
Ofc. Daniel Arnold and each charged with battery on a-detention detainee.
Aug. 4, criminal mischief on Sally Blvd. was reported.

Aug. 3, Willie Lee Howard, 55, of 320 S. French Ave., Fort Meade,
was arrested by Chief John Scheel and charged with possession of cocaine
and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Aug. 2, Debbie Carol Kersey, 40, of 105 E. Main St., Bowling Green,
was arrested by Ofc. Jereme Bridges and charged with domestic assault,
domestic battery, resisting arrest without force and corruption by threat.
Aug. 2, Robert Sherrill Ward, 25, of 2713 Allsup Terrance, North Port,
was arrested by Sgt. Edward Coronado and charged with possession of a
controlled substance, possession of marijuana, possession of drug para-
phernalia and attaching a tag not assigned.
Aug. 2, Collis Samond Morris, 17, of 833 Pleasant Way, Bowling
Green, was arrested by Sgt. Edward Coronado on a Polk County warrant
charging him with violation of probation (original charge burglary of a con-
veyance).

July 31, criminal mischief on West Banana Street and on Pleasant
Way was reported.

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Aug. 2, burglary of a business on Finch Lane was reported.

July 31, a residential burglary on Brantwood Drive and a business bur-
glary on Schoolhouse Road were reported.

NOTICE OF MEETING
The Hardee County Economic Development District Board,
(Dependent District Board) will hold a meeting on Thursday,
August 15, 2006, at 8:30 a.m. in the County Commission
Chambers, 412 West Orange Street, Room 102, Wauchula.
For more information call the County Manager's office at
863/773-9430.
This is a Disabled-Accessible facility. Any disabled person need-
ing to make special arrangements should contact the County
Commissioner's office at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the
public meeting.
This notice is published in compliance with Florida Statutes
286.0105.
Interested parties may appear at the public meeting and be
heard. If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the
members, with respect to any matter considered at such meeting
or hearing, he/she will need a; record of the proceedings, and
that, for such, purpose, he/she may need to ensure that a verba-
tim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes the
testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
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DIESEL INJECTION REPAIRS, pumps,
starting at $195, injectors, turbos,
misc. tractor repairs, clutches, engine
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MAKING; REAI. EsTrATI R:Al. EASY
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-702 SOUTH 6TH AVENUE
D WAUCHULA, FL 33873

Gary Delatorre Broker i
(863) 773-2122
FAX (863) 773-2173

Donna Steffens, Associate
Jerry Carlton, Associate
Richard Dasher, Associate
Dane Hendry, Associate

781-3627
375-2887
773-0575
381-2769

Richard Dasher

Office hours 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM

FREE HOME? Of course not! But the next best thing Is
the exciting value you'll Discover in this 2-bedroom/l-
bath home located In Bowling Green. Reduced to
$50,000 say hello to ownership.
REDUCED TO 5168,000! 2005 manufactured home with
3 bedrooms and 2 baths on completely fenced 5 acres
w/pond and 12 Inch well. Comes with a Ford 1700 DIesel
Farm Tractor! Located on Nursery Rd. off of Hwy 66.
IF YOU LOVE TO BE OUTDOORS! Watch out! It's easy to
become a wild fan of landscapIng at this Inviting 20
acres. It also Includes an older mobile home. The
scenery consists of oak trees to hang your hammock
and relax. See what the commotion's about! There's
morel Call for more details $375,000.
CHARLIE CREEK MOBILE HOME PARK 2BR/2BA mobile
home $45,000. Must see to appreciate CALL DONNA.
DISCOVER A HAPPY CHILDHOOD. For your Kids!
Spacious 3-bedroom, 2-Bath doublewlde mobile home
on 16 1/2 acres located on Golden Oaks Road. See a
real family Investment! Only $190000 Call nowl
WHAT'S MY LINE? I'm affordable! This roomy 3-bed-
room/2-bath family home located In Knollwood has tile
floors, and a large yard to go with It. Priced at only
$220,000. For true Identity, call Richard.
THE SOUND OF NATUREI Crickets sing and the oak
trees whisper In gentle setting of this 6.5 ac of wood-
ed parcel. New Home site cleared. Brand new fencing,
deep well, pump, and power. $179,000 Escape nowl Call
Dane.
NICE NEIGHBORHOOD! 5 acre tract on Stenstrom Rd.
Zoned R-3, 18-20 lots. Close to Hardee Senior High
School. Call Dane REDUCED to $175,000.
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY. On 1.5 ac 285 hwy
frontage. Great location for new business or storage
units. Invest Now! $275,000. Call Donna with an offer.

5-ACRES! Near Peace River may have river access,
Includes a 1973 mobile home only $85,000 Wow!! Call
Richard now or sooner!
PRICE, PRICE, PRICE! Simply put, This 3-bedroom/2bath
home has a large screened front porch and a privacy
fence. To notice more closely. Call today! $159,900.
2-BEDROOM, 1-BATH. You'll always feel good about your
purchase of this 2 bedroom 1 bath home on 2.5 acres
close to town. For only $200,000. Seeing is knowing you
chose right! Call Richard at 773-2122.
ITS NOT HOW MUCH YOU HAVE... It's how you use it!

Leverage into home ownership with this 2001 3-bedroom
2 bath Manufactured home on .88 acres. Priced great
for only $140,000 with motivated seller! Discover your
potential Call today
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY! Possible Owner Financing!
Profitable restaurant located In Fort Meade on Hwy 17 In
a great location, plenty of parking, fully furnished and
ready for new ownership Is a steady Income producer!
Owner very motivated to sell. $225,000 Call Donna WITH
YOUR BEST OFFER!
NEEDS SOME ATTENTION! 3BR/2BA manufactured
home on 6 ac. For $72,500. Call today.
2/5 AC- WOODED TRACT Located In Golden Oaks on
Deer Run Dr. only $72,000. And 5-acres on Tall Oaks Trail.
$80,000.
HIGHWAY 66. Commercial lot In Zolfo Springs. 100x155.
Call today $35,000.
CALL TODAYI!! LET US MARKET YOUR PROPERTY WE
HAVE QUALIFIED BUYERS READY AND WAITING TO
PURCHASE.

FEATURES OF THE WEEK!
- 8.78 Acres on the corner of Nursery Rd. and Hwy 66. Look for the signs.
Call Donna! $158,000.
- 3 BR/2 Ba 2004 mobile home located with large lot in Bowling Green priced to sell!
$74,900. ...
- Great Building location 7.5 Acres with lots of oak trees only $150,000 call Richard.
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FMC GROVE SPEED SPRAYER, excel-
lent working order. GMC engine just
serviced plus spray oil trailer, $7,800
OBO. 781-0384. 8:10-17c

A/C ROOM UNITS (2) 1-110 and 1-220;
both work good, $75 each OBO. 781-
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ADMISSIONS
REPRESENTATIVE

Good Shepherd Hospice is
currently seeking an
Admissions Representative to
build community relationships
and educate the medical
community in Highlands and
Hardee Counties regarding
hospice services. Requires at
,least 3 years previous experi-
ence as a healthchre market-
ing/sales professional (phar-
maceutical and/or home
health sales preferred).
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Base salary plus incentives
(bilingual incentives apply).
Our team members receive a
competitive salary and out-
standing benefits package,
including 28 days of paid time
off your first year, tuition reim-
bursement, retirement plan,
mileage and much more!

For consideration,
please call
(800) 464-3994;
fax resumes to
(863) 687-6977
or apply online at
www.LPHcareers.com
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'99 WINDSTAR VAN, one owner. 773-
6756. 8:10p
2004 FOUR DOOR CHEVY 2500 HD
Duromax, 50,000 miles, $25,000. (863)
781-9651. 8:10-17c'

'89 FORD F150 pickup, crew cab, 4xd
5.0, AC, gooseneck and tag-a-ion
hitch, many new parts, tires, brakes
great shape. First $3,500 OBO. 86:
464-0917. 8:3-17

LPN WANTED
$35,36000 $38,89600
The Hardee County Sheriff's Office is taking applications for a
full time LPN. You must have never been convicted of a felony
or a misdemeanor, be willing to be fingerprinted, pass a drug
test and work shifts including some nights and weekends.
Applications may be obtained and returned at the Sheriff's
office, 900 East Summit Street, Wauchula, FL. If other arrange-
ments are necessary, call (863) 773-0304 ext. 211. Deadline for
submitting applications is August 14, 2006. EOE. c8i:3,10c

CITY OF WAUCHULA
Maintenance Technician I
Accepting applications for the position of
Maintenance Technician I.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following g.i
Other duties may be assigned.
*Builds, repairs, and installs counters, cabinets, benches,
partitions, floors, doors, building framework, and trim.
*Forms and finishes concrete slabs and surfaces.
*Installs glass in windows, doors and partitions.
*Replaces damaged ceiling tile, floor tile, and wall coverings.
*Builds cabinets and other wooden equipment in carpenter
shop or on the job, as required.
*Installs items such as window shades, venetian blinds, and
curtain rods, wall fans, and door locks.
Knowledge:
Must have strong working knowledge of all relevant carpentry
tools and equipment; strong working knowledge of building
codes and correct construction techniques. Knowledge of'
safety rules and equipment associated with building trades.
Certificates and Licenses:
Must be in possession of valid Florida driver's license.
Applications may be obtained at the City Hall office:
Payroll Department
City of Wauchula
126 S. 7th Ave.
Wauchula, FL 33873
FAX: (863) 773-6376
Position closes 8/11/06. Drug Free Work Place, Veterans'
Preference, and Equal Opportunity Employer. ce:oc

Realtor
220 N. 6th Avenue Wauchula, Florida 33873
(863) 77393337 Fax: (863) 773.0144
O.R. (Tony) Flores, Broker, tony@floresrealty.net
Oralia D. Flores, Broker, oralia@floresrealty.net
www.floresrealty. net

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A good place to start 3BR/2B 1994 CB Holithe
& heat with 1,164 sq. ft Homie IS within Wauehula ci
and shopping. Very well maintained. Being offterd at

Home for Sale in Golfview-3BR/2BA single fam- Doublewide Mobile Home in Bowling Green-
ily home with 3,204 sq. ft. total with basement 3BR/2BA 2004 Mobile Home with 1,512 sq. ft.
which can be used as a game room or storage total, central air & heat. Call today $92,500.
area. Wood flooring throughout and lots more. 2.5 Acres in Zolfo Springs onMurphy Road for
Asking $199,500 MLS: 187839. 2 Acres olfo S ngs M phy Road for
Great Starter or Investment Home-2BR/1BA, $60,000.
1989 CB Home with 1,104 sq. ft. in Sebring on Home in Riverview-2BR/1BA fully renovated
80x125 lot. Close to medical facilities, shopping interior CB home with central air & heat on
and restaurants. $125,000-MLS 182829. 100x125 fenced lot. Asking $130,000.
Very Spacious-3BR/2BA, 2 Car Carport, 2,400 Brand New and Just Reduced-2006
total sq. ft. Mobile Home just out of town with lots Doublewide 3BR/2BA, Fireplace, Very Nice
of outside storage on 1 Acre. $130,000. Kitchen Cabinets and Countertops, Big back
Priced to Sell-3BR/2BA 1989 CB home with cen- yard with oak trees on paved road. Reduced to
tral air & heat on large lot with privacy fence. $89,000. Call us for all the details.
Nice cabinetry in kitchen and well maintained. Completely Remodeled-3BR/2BA, Central Air
Home is across street from Zolfo Springs & Heat 2002 Doublewide Mobile Home in
Elementary. Being Offered At $129,000. Downing Circle. Being offered at $77,500.
If you are looking for acreage in Zolfo SpringsU-Pick-We have several tracts of land in Fort
come take a look at this 5 acres high and dry, no
wetlands with 338 sq. ft. road frontage on Steve Meade on W. Lake Buffum Road Call today for
Roberts Special. Asking $108,000. details.
Brand New Home in Wauchula-3BR/2BA, Premium Home Sites! Three 5 acre tracts (FR-
Central Air & Heat, 1,272 sq. ft. and 1 car car- Zoning) located 2 miels south of Wauchula off
port. This home is conveniently located on a cor- Johns Road. Property is cleared and good paved
ner lot close to schools, Clinics, Hospital,
Restaurants and Shopping. $137,500. road frontage. Reduced to $25,900 per acre.
WE BUY HOMES & LOTS ANYWHERE IN
HARDEE COUNTY TOP PRICE CASH. QUICK CLOSINGS.
Contact After Hours
Noey Adam Flores (863) 781-4585 John Freeman (863) 781-4084
Amanda Mishoe (863) 781-3587 Steve Lanier (863) 559-9392
Lisa Douglas (863) 781-3247 Jessie Sambrano (863) 245-6891
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2 CRAFTMATIC BEDS, twins, work
well, good condition, must sell. 735-
1611. 8:10p
BEDROOM: very clean spring, mat-
tress & bed frame, night stand, stor-
age bench and 5-drawer chest. LIV-
ING ROOM furniture: glass top/brass
base coffee table & matching end
table, brass floor lamp with built-in
glass table, (2) white-oak tables with
shelves and cabinet storage. 375-
2263. 8:10p

HELP WANTED
DETENTION DEPUTY
$33,0000 $38,11000
The Hardee County Sheriff's Office is seeking Florida
Certified Correction Officers. Applicants must pos-
sess a current certification in Corrections and meet
the requirements set forth by the Florida Department
of Law Enforcement Training and Standards
Commission. Applicants must successfully complete
the personnel selection process set forth by the
Sheriff's Office.
Applications may be obtained and returned to the
Sheriff's Office at 900 E. Summit St., Wauchula, FL,
from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
If other accommodations are necessary, call the
Sheriff's Office, 863-773-0304 to make arrangements.
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1534 YANCY STREET

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33952

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2904 (SAL fifWPDING9,000
417 N. 9th St. 5/2 $80,000
3863 Fussell Rd. 2/1 CBS 2.5 Acres

::. $98,QWL.. Q
244 P etwayAve. Brand New Mobile
2/2 $79,900

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****** ZOLFO SPRINGS ******

1260 Mo iaiaP~f~'fGCreek) 3/2
New AC $58,000
****** MOBILE HOMES ******
935 Fernleaf Dr. $30,000
945 Buttonwood Dr. $25,000
934 Evergreen Dr. $29,900 Jl

JAMES COLLIE L]
OFFICE: 1-941-627-2769
CELL: 1-941-628-7835
CELL: 1-863-412-8932
FAX: 1-941-627-1741

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206 North 6th AvenUe, Wauchula, FL 33873
Office (863)773-0060 Evening (863)773-4774
wwwjimseerealty.com
James V. See, Jr., Broker James V. See, Sr., Broker

SCONTRACT PENDING!Recently remodeled home on 1.1 acres.
3 BR/2BA, new flooring and cabinets. 3 car garage! Asking $228,000
Build your dream house! 4.8 Acre deed restricted homesite. Large oak
4.8 Acres. Beautiful homesite close to town. Good elevation.
Deed restricted. Now only $91,000.
Bring your horses or cows! 5 ac. partially fenced. 2,514 total SF, 3 BR, 2
bath, open floor plan, CBS/stucco home. Close to town.
Deed restricted. Call Mary Rollins to see! $294,100!
13.83* acres of grove and house. This great property comes with an
adorable 1 or 2 bedroom, 11/2 BA frame house and pole barns.
Asking only $350,000.
ONLY ONE 1 Acre tract REMAINING in a new development area.
Deed restricted. Asking $37,500.
MONEY MAKER!
Gorgeous 45 acre grove 7 miles east of town.
Great price at only $15,000 per acre!
5-ac. tracts on Parnell Road. Listed for $19,500 per acre!
l 83 ac. close to golf course and town. Frontage on two County roads.
Currently zoned FR-1. $20,000 per acre.
1,800 ac. will divide. Starting at $12,500 per acre.
442.6 acres in Polk County. Grove, woods and pasture.
Fruit prices are rising!
264 acres! 5 miles east of town. Includes grove and two houses.
Great investment! Call for details!
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Joseph F. Smith
Robert Jones
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Realtor Associates
(863)781-9495 Ben Gibson
(863)781-1851 Bruce E. Schackelford
(863)781-1423 John H. Gross
(863)781-3069 Jerry Conerly

(941)737-2800
(941)725-1358 r
(863)273-1017
(863) 445-0662 8:o0c

Classifieds

PERMANENT PART-TIME HELP Must
be able to type plus be able to do
other newspaper related jobs. Apply
at The Herald-Advocate, 115 S.
Seventh Ave., Wauchula. No phone
calls lease. 8:10-31dh

JANITOR/MAINTENANCE MAN for
local church. Part-time. Experience is
preferred. Pay is based upon experi-
ence. Please call the church office at
773-9243 for more information and to
set up an interview. 8:10c

CITY OF WAUCHULA
Accepting application for the Sanitation department.
General manual labor working on and off Sanitation
trucks. High school diploma or GED equivalency desir-
able, but not required. Requires valid Florida driver's
license.. Apply at 126 S. 7th Ave., Wauchula.'
City of Wauchula is an Equal Opportunity Employer
and a Drug Free Workplace.
Closing date 8/11/2006 @ 5:00PM.
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New Listing: 10 Ac. parcel. Fenced & Cross fenced has small country house
needs complete remodeling inside. $220,000.
New Listing: Very nice 2BR/2B DW Mobile Home sits on 1/2 ac. lot. 22x32
garage w/1/2 bath. Also screened patio. New roof in 05.-Appliances including
washer & dryer. Mostly furnished. $95,000.
New Listing: Wow this 3 BR-2B CB home is ready for new owners New
roof, new central air & heat. House completely remodeled inside & out All you
have to do is movie in. $175,000.
1eiBfil'tfiec 6 .Yoirli ine "away in this approx. 25 acres of woodim
property with creek and Oak hammock. Call for inore information. *
We Have Buyersl! We Need Ustings!
I Bror Vanette See, RealtoruAssoclate|
Topsy See, Broker Cindy Hand, Realtor Associate
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WHERE A JOB CAN BECOME A CAREER

Florida Institute For
Neurologic Rehabilitation, Inc. (FINR),
FINR IS EXPANDING!! Located in Wauchula, we now
have the following new positions available. Applicants
must be at least 18 yrs of age & have a minimum of a HS
Diploma/GED.

DIRECTOR OF RESIDENTIAL SVCS SIL -
BA or BS/Health Related Field or EMT certified is pre-
ferred. CNA license with/5 yrs supervisory exp. req'd.
RESIDENTIAL SHIFT SUPERVISOR BA or
CNA pref. Supervisory exp. req'd.

RN Night shift for our Skilled Medical Rehab Center.
Current License, assessment skills & dependability a must.
ADULT ED ASST AA degree and previous exp
w/brain injury residential care preferred. Para professional
Cert. pref.
BEHAVIOR ANALYST BCABA or BCBA req'd.
Must have an active Board Certification in the state of FL.
Prefer 3-5 yrs. exp.
TEACHER- Pediatric School. ESE k-12 pref. BS or
BA/Education or related field w/2-5 yrs. exp.
THERAPISTS-PT/PTA/OT/COTA- Current FL
licensure & exp. req. PT & FT positions avail.
HES ADMIN ASST. Assist Nursing staff w/appts.,
filing & central supply inventory. Must have good typing
skills & previous medical office exp.

CASE MANAGER BA in Rehab related field or
licensed nurse w/min of 2 yrs exp in a healthcare setting.

C.N.A.- Current FL licensure & exp req. B, C, w/end
shifts.
COOK 2 yrs. exp. req'd. Certification in Food Mgmt a
plus.

UTILITY SERVICE TECH- Must be HVAC certi-
fied w/2-5 yrs. experience.
ENVIRONMENTAL SVCS TECH Laundry/
Housekeeping. Exp. pref'd., will train.

RESIDENTIAL SERVICES ASST- Provide direct
care to clients. C shift & weekends avail. No exp required.

Apply at 1962 Vandolah Rd., fax resume to 863-773-2041,
or e-mail to annettedhr@finr.net. EOE/DFWP c8:o1tfc

LPN NEEDED for new business. Day
position, great benefits, competitive
pay. Send resume to: 119 W. Bay St.,
Wauchula, Attn: Terry. 8:3-1 Oc
P/T HELP NEEDED for medical office.
Flexible hours, great for a student or
semi-retired person. Apply at doctor's
office, 117 W. Bay St., Wauchula.
8:3-1 Oc

HIGHLY MOTIVATED Individual need-
ed for full-time legal secretary posI-
tion with busy law practice. Needs to
be able to work independently In a
one person office located In
Wauchula. Excellent computer and
communication skills are requlreds
Send resume to: Box B, P.O. Box 338,
Wauchula, FL 33873. 8:10c

2000 MONTE CARLO, $5,000 cash.
773-2088. 8:10c
2001 KIA RIO, 39,000 actual miles,
$3,000 cash. 773-2088. 8:10c
2003 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR, 59K
miles, 2 WD, fully loaded, navigation,
CD, PW rear gate, PW running boards,
sunroof, tinted windows, A/C & heated
seats, DVD w/cordless headsets, mint
condition, $24,500 OBO. 863-781-
0233. 8:10p

1996 CROWNLINE 21 foot bowrider,
4.3, V6 engine w/Volvo outdrive, low
hours, with trailer, $7,900 OBO. 863-
781-0233. 8:10p

For Rent Mountain cabin, Bryson City, N.C. Sleeps 4 to 5. Alarka area,
secluded, $500/week. Bring toothbrush. Call Bart
37 ac.- 1/2 pasture, 1/2 Hamlin on Swingle, micro irrigation. $14,000 per ac.
65 Acres Citrus 1/2 Hamlin, 1/2 Valencia. Good producer good micro system.
Commercial 4 Lots Hwy 17 $225,000. Bowling Green.
18.9 ac. Ft. Green, C-2 Zoning, Hwy 62 Frontage, frame home incl., $500,000.
160 ac.-120 ac. citrus/40 ac.woods. 2 wells w/jets. Lots ofrd. fmtg. $14,000/ac.
House in Bowling Green. 4BR/2Bth on Big lot. $160,000.
57 ac. total. 38 ac citrus w/2wells, microjet and 19 ac. in woods $14,000 per ac.
5 ac;. ooded, paved road, close in, 160'x1320',.$18,000 per ac.
75 ac. total w/55 ac. citrus, deep well, microjet, Ft. Green area, $1,000,000.
40 ac. citrus, well, microjet, hard road frntg., can divide, $21,000 per ac.
5 ac.' Ft Green area, view'of phosphate lake, $21,000 per ac.

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NC.. REALTORS
(863) 773-2128

REALTORS
JOE L. DAVIS
REALTOR JOE L. DAVIS, JR.
JOHN H. O'NEAL
John O'Neal
See more listings at www.joeldavis.com
REALESTATE INVESTMENTS

1EW LISTING! 65 ac. grove in
Duthwest Hardee Co. 25 acs.-
'alencia, 40 acs.-E&M. 12" well.
plenty of wildlife. $900,000!
ust what you are looking for! This
beautifully maintained 2 BR, 2 bath,
II in Brookside Bluff includes all
appliances, golf cart and some fur-
iture! $80,000! Adjacent to "The
fluffs" 18- hole championship golf
course. ... '
'wo-story,5 BR, 3.5 bath, 2460 SF
tome on 10 ac. with pasture,
voods & fishing pond. All appli-
nces included. A 4-stall, 30'x50'
building and carport/storage also
nciuded. $475,000!
'his 3 BR, 2 bath, 2 story home with
,rap around porches sits on beauti-
ul Peace River, close to town.
includes 5 acs. with board fences
nd guest house. Many other extras,
all for details. $450,000!
SBR, 2 bath home in Golfview with
457 living SF. New A/C, 1 yr old
oof, in ground screened pool, land-
caped yard, and appliances.
i250,000!
10 ac. Hamlin grove between Avon
'ark & Wauchula. Mostly young
rees, increasing in production with
nicro-jet irrigation. $260,000!
Iwo Wooded 1 ac. tracts in the
nverness area. Two minutes from
)oat landing to the Withlacootchee.
)ne tract has well, septic & electric
ilus fill for your home. $60,000!

PRICE REDUCED! Frontage on
paved county road east of
Wauchula. Excellent 10 ac. home
site with septic and well in place.
Now $12,500/ac!

Ire Mod I o c
Ready for your new home! Three 5
acre tracts in western Hardee Co.
Asking $100,000 each! Make your
offer today. Owners motivated!
Take part and locate your business
in this growing commercial area!
450' on North Florida Ave. Zoned
commercial. $360,000!
27 ac. Hamlin grove. Eastern
Hardee Co. $15,000/ac!
Two 6 ac. tracts in southern
Hardee Co. $96,000 each. Beautiful
pasture, fenced and deed restricted.
One tract has small lake. Buy all 12
acs., no deed restrictions for
$180,000!
300 ac. grove, Desoto Co. Hamlin
on Cleo, Valencia on Swingle.
$5,000,000!
Ten 5-6 ac. tracts. Friendship area
of Hardee Co. Owner financing.
Some deed restrictions. $125,000
each!
Attractive, striking 4 BR, 2.5 bath
home with 3,152 SF on 1 ac. in
Golfview Subdivision. Amenities
include gas fireplace, central vacu-
um, dual A/C units, in ground pool,
utility shed. Listed for $350,000!

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1, 2, 5, 10, 20 Acre Tracts Available. Call for information.
20 beautiful acres, homesite, investment, pasture. Minutes from Wauchula,
great location $15,500. per.acre.
20 Acres producing citrus grove. 2300' 3BR/1.5 Ba block Home in West
Hardee. Great out buildings 2 wells, production records available. $487,900.
Briarwood: Beautiful 3/2 on 1/2 ac. Den, formal sitting room, 10' ceilings,
open floor plan, 2 car garage. Deed restricted, stable area. $349,900.
67 ac. beautiful woods and pasture. Can be divided into 2 parcels. Within
1/2 Mi. of College, Best Western and Projected growth area. 600' from Peace
River $15,000 per ac. d8:l0c

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SECRETARY/RECEPTIONIST must
have experience & computer skills.
Mail resume to: P.O. Box 1344,
Wauchula, FL 33873. 8:3tfc
SECURITY OFFICERS NEEDED -
Class D school available. 800-615-
6430 EOE. 8:10-17c

HELP WANTED: General labo
ed. Construction Mechanical
edge a+. Valid drivers license
ed. Call (863) 773-2213 for app
and appointment. EOE/DFWP

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FOR SALE BY OWNER: 14X66 mobile
home and lot, Charlie Creek Estates.
New A/C, partially furnished, $62,000.
(863) 494-0980. 8:10-17p

Livestock

knowl- 1 1/2 YEAR BULL, Brahma/Angus,
a need- $800; 1 8 year old bull, St. Lucy,
location $1,500; 11 year old female quarter
horse, good for riding, $500. (863)
6:22tfc 245-9773. 8:10p

Classifieds

OCALA ANGUS, 6 months, heifer,
$450. (863) 781-2493. 8:3-10p

ROTOTILLER 6 HP BRIGGS, only
used once, brand new, $500. (863)
445-0134. 8:10-17p
21 HP JOHN DEERE lawn tractor, low
hours, year old, $2,000. 245-6565.
7:13-8:1 Op

2 & 3 BEDROOM MOBILE homes from
$450/month and up, plus deposit, no
pets, quiet family park, close to ele-
mentary school in Wauchula. Call
today (863) 698-4910. 7:27-8:17c

P.. o 38Wachl, L337

Help Wanted
Person with good communication skills, computer and book-
keeping knowledge,-and overall great personality! Bilingual A+,
Must be willing to work on Saturday every other week. Please call
us at 773-5959 for an application. Or send us a resume to:
Wauchula Auto Mart
P.O. Box 1284

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Wauchula, FL 33873

HELP WANTED

Permanent part-time help.
Must be able to type plus be able to do
other newspaper related jobs.
Must be dependable. Year round employment.
Apply at:

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115 S. Seventh Ave., Wauchula.
No phone calls.

Country Manor Apartments
315 State Road 62
Bowling Green, Florida 33834

SPECIAL
FREE First Months Rent for August
for Farmworkers(Nursery, Citrus, Dairy, etc.) families.
Pick up an application at Country Manor
We are a 120 unit apartment property. 48 units are des-
ignated for people working in the Farm Industry. At this
time we have 2 bedroom vacancies for immediate
move-ins for qualified applicants that work in the
Farm industry, and we are taking applications for
upcoming vacancies for non-farmer worker units. To
qualify, you must meet our resident qualification criteria.
We have dishwashers, stoves, washer/dry hook-ups, and
washer/dryer rentals (limited quantities), carpeting,
ceramic tile floors, large closets, and the 2/3 bedroom
apartments offer 2 full bathrooms. We have a car-care
area, a large playground, volleyball area, beautifully land-
scaped grounds, gazebo with grills, ample parking, and we
are a gated community. For more information regarding
your new home, please contact us at:
Country Manor Apartments
(863) 773-6640 or fax us at (863) 773-6679.
Monday through Friday 10:00 to 6:00
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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 sts $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 SebringFlorida
Next to Lowes & across
from Home Depot d4:20trc

935 FERNLEAF DR., $30,000; 945
Buttonwood Dr., $25,500; 934
Evergreen Dr., $29,900. Riverview
Subdivision. (941) 627-2769 or (863)
412-8932. 6:29tfc

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REALTY INC.
402 South 6th Avenue
Wauchula, FL 33873
COUNTRY LIVING! This 3B/2Bth, concrete block
homes is situated on 16 acres close to town and schools;
new windows and roof; A/C less than 6 years old; nice
oak trees, some citrus trees; C/B workshop. $350,000.
THIS IS A MUST SEE! Executive 4B/2Bth, 2671 sq. ft.,
cook's delight kitchen, new roof, nice yard and all in a
family neighborhood. Listed at $205,000.
NEW LISTING! See this neat, well kept 2 or 3B/1Bth
CB home located within walking distance of schools,
doctors and hospital; new shingle roof, double paned
windows, partially fenced, nice yard and 24x50 work-
shop with 2 roll up doors. $159,000.
INVESTMENT PROPERTY! Two houses located on
this Highway 64 road frontage property; one has
4B/1Bth the other has 2B/1Bth; property could be used
as rentals or store fronts; located in Ona, zoned C-2.
$175,000.
GET READY FOR SCHOOL! You can walk to school
from this 2677 sq. ft. stucco home, recently renovated;
3B/2Bth, inside utility, fireplace. Make an offer today!
WAUCHULA HERITAGE HOME! Two story,
5B/2Bth, oak wood floors, brick fireplace, many more
amenities, located on 5 lots on corner in desirable loca-
tion; double carport, detached garage, 2 central A/C,
sprinkler system; lovely, mature trees. $250,000.
Now is the time to buy this 15 Acres plus 3B/1Bth, CB
home! Located just outside of town; metal barn; nice
oak trees. Make an offer today!
NEED SPACE? This 4B/2Bth home on 2.5 lots has 3397
sq. ft., 2 fireplaces, spacious rooms including family,
dining, living and 2 utility rooms; 12x15 workshop with
electricity. $250,000.
DON'T MISS OUT! Excellent location for this beauti-
ful country home on 2.5 acres; Mexican tile floors; mod-
ern kitchen; open floor plan; 4 B/2Bths. $375,000.
INVEST IN THIS large 3B/1Bth home located in quiet
neighborhood; yard with large oaks ; plus apartment
studio apartment in back. $100,000.
RECENT PRICE REDUCTION on this 4B/1.5Bth
home, inside utility, garage; located in family neighbor-
hood. Listed at $150,000.

PERSONAL PROPERTY of David
Masten will be sold pursuant to ware-
houseman's lien: clothes, toys, tools,
household Items. Said sale will be at
Bowling Green Storage, 5020 Hwy. 17
N., Bowling Green, Florida at 9:00
a.m. on Aug. 28, 2006. 8:10-17p
PERSONAL PROPERTY of Roy Myrie /
Sarah Gidden will be sold pursuant to
warehouseman's lien: clothes, toys,
tools, household items. Said sale will
be at B&J Mini-Storage, 210 N. 3rd
Ave., Wauchula, Florida on Aug. 28,
2006. at 10:00 am. 8:10-17p

DACHSUND PUPPY, $250;
Yorkle/Dachsund mix, $200, OBO.
Cash Onlyl 767-0458. 8:10p

TREADS!

Fast & Friendly Wewon't b
Service Undersold

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Bus. (863) 773-0007
Fax: (863) 773-0038
www.lambertrealty.net
Charlotte Terrell
WINTER VISITORS OR SMALL FAMILY look no
farther! 3B/2Bth D/W home comes with some furni-
ture, 12x20 concrete floored workshop with electricity
and water, nice lot with plenty of fruit trees. See today!
$126,000.
2B/lBth M/H, located on nice, large lot; storage shed.
Listed at $50,000.
6 ACRES, road frontage; large oaks, fruit trees, one
acre pond and 4" well; beautiful homesite or weekend
retreat! $110,000.
40 Acres of native pasture; paved road frontage; nice
scattered oaks. Call for more information.
120 acres of beautiful, high and dry land; located in
eastern Hardee County; development potential; good
hunting. Call today for details.
SIX ACRES! Well, septic, and electricity already in
place on this 6 acre tract; beautiful, large oaks, small
creek runs through the west part of property; perfect
building site. $200,000.
10 Acres in Duette Area; property is fenced and has an
12" well. Call for details.
NEED A PLACE TO BUILD? This 4 Acre tract with 2
wells, electrical hookup, septic tank, fenced on 3 sides -
is ready for new construction or mobile home. $90,000.
IDEAL HOMESITES! One 5 acre tract @ $90,000 and
One 9.50 acre tract @ $171,000 high and dry; on coun-
ty 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.
Commercial corner lot; 90x1139, high and dry ready
for building. PRICE JUST REDUCED! $200,000.
4 ACRES OF COMMERCIAL property plus suite of
offices, fruit scales, outdoor workshop/shed, fenced;
located just outside of city limits. $198,500.

SERVICE YOU CAN COUNT ON

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DORIS S. LAMBERT, G.R.I., Broker
ASSOCIATE: DELOIS JOHNSON.............773-9743
ASSOCIATE: MIKEY COLDING ..............781-1698
ASSOCIATE: CHARLOTTE TERRELL...781-6971
ASSOCIATE: CAROL JACKSON.............991-1255

KENNETH A. LAMBERT, Broker
ASSOCIATE: MICHAEL ADAMS ......781-2413
ASSOCIATE: DAVID McCLINTOCK.781-1226
ASSOCIATE: RHODA McCOY...........781-7230
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Lambert

Realty Inc.

welcomes

Carol

Jackson

Sto their staff.

CONTACT CAROL FOR ALL
YOU R R EAL E STATE E DS
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402 South 6' Avenue Wauchula
773-0007 or 991-1255
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SHETLAND PONY, all tack, $300 OBO.
781-2097. 8:10p
GET 8-MONTH PROTECTION from
flea/tick Infestation. Ask for the Happy
Jack Novation protective band
with patented release. TSC Stores
(773-3456). (www.e-stitch.com)
7:27-8:17c
ADOPT A PETI 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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ATTENTIONI 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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GOLDEN RETRIEVER, male, 9 months
old, with shots and papers, $550. 773-
4110. 8:10-17p
LEOPARD CUR puppies, 4 months,
free. Cell 954-445-4354. Home 773-
5910. 8:10nc
BLACK LAB MIX puppies, 5 females, 3
males, $20 ea. to good home. 863-
445-0016. 8:10p
BOXER MIX PUPPIES free to good
homes, beautiful colors! 941-256-
4757. 8:10p

5 ACRES IN REPUBLIC Groves for
sale. Call (863) 767-1407 (after 6 p.m.)
8:10-31p
LOT FOR SALE. Briarwood Estates.
Price reduced. $43,000. Build your
dream home. 781-0601. 7:27-8:24p

5105 N. Hwy 17 Bowling Green
OURTIRES AREONALEEVERYDAY

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

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

Bo Espino
l Auto Technician

Citrus Removal Land Clearing
backhoe Work
Pond Digging Ditch Cleaning
Driveway s ebbl, Rock, etc.
*NOW AVAI A .

_ Shawn Rimes
(863) 781-0412

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the name

you can trust. ..

Billy Hill

781-1062

Buying Houses
B Reliable
illy Hill Dependable
Honest

M. C M.C. 2000 Realty
505 W. Interlake Blvd.
f Lake Placid, Fl. 33852

Located in nice neighborhood in Wauchula and close to
. Schools and shopping. 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath, c/b, with new
roof, tile, carpet, and Dupont wood floors. Spacious mas-
ter bedroom-with French doors leading to porch and spa.
Fenced back yard with central irrigation throughout.
SMLS#185685 $189,000.
9 BUYING, SELLING, RELOCATING

CALL
Steve Shumard
Realtor
863-781-6103
steve(),mchoy.com

Classifieds

(3) 1-ACRE TRACTS, deed restricted,
off Altman Road, $35,000 each. 863-
781-2525. 8:10-9:7p
WAUCHULA: 3 BR/ 2B -2904 Golfview
Dr., $129,000; 5 BR/ 2 B 417 N. 9th
St., $80,000; 2 BR/1 B CBS, 2.5 acres
- 3863 Fussell Rd., $98,000; 2 BR/ 2 B
- 2044 Petteway Ave., $79,900. ZOLFO
SPRINGS: 3 BR/ 2 B 1260
Mockingbird (Charley Creek), new
a/c, $58,000. (941) 627-2769 (863)
412-8932. 7:27tfc
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.
6:22-8:10c

FOR SALE 1 ACRE ZONED, home or
M.H. 1 mile east of Ona, HWY 64. 863-
781-7051. 7:27-8:24p
FOR SALE BY OWNER: (3) 1.25 acre
lots @ Cracker Lane, Wauchula. If'
interested please call 863-445-0444.
8:10-17p
CHURCH AND LOT, 190x100 in Ona.
863-699-2845. 8:10Op
DESOTO COUNTY 80 acres will split.
$20,000 per acre. www.landcall-
now.com 1-941-778-7980/7565.
6:22-8:1 0c

It does not require many words
to speak the truth.

College Books1
used

Arts & Culture (Humanities I) $40
Vol. One Second Edition
Invitation to Psychology Third Edition $30
Physical Geology Earth Revealed $25
Financial Accounting Fourth Edition $30
Algebra for College Students $30
Intermediate & College Algebra
Soil Science & Management Fourth Edition$25
Contemporary Marketing 2005 $25
781-9628 375-4797 ci83,10dh

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES SPECIALIST
Salary: $36,683.62(17.64)-$48,132.08(23.14)
Wanted for the Hardee County Planning Department. Performs
technical work relating to computer data development, and com-
puter software and hardware maintenance. Update, trou-
bleshoot, and repair client/server software and hardware prob-
lems. Monitor wireless LAN/WAN for problems, test for security
violations, and update and expand the system as necessary.
Performs other general computer-based operations and services.
Knowledge in data backup, maintenance, recovery, and
export/import procedures and experience with, Window
98/2000/XP operating systems. (5)Five-years of professional
experience interfacing and interacting in a business environment,
equivalent professional ;training or relevant college degree.
Complete job description posted on County website: www.hard-
eecounty.net. Applications accepted in the Human CResource
-Department,..2Q5_ Haqh.ey Road,,Wauchuja, FL 33873.,.Phonei
(863)"773-2191 Fax:-(863) 773-2154. Position is open untill filled
EOE- F/M/ c18:10-17c

WE Pay CasH

FOR HOUSES

IA(D LAND

Office Ph: 375-3113

Mobile Ph: 781-4460

BILL STATON
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CROWN FORD SERVICE SPECIALS
The Works Fuel Saver Package $39.95
Proper vehicle maintenance is key to maximum fuel efficiency! Genuine
Motorcraft Premium Synthetic Blend Oil and filter change Rotate and
inspect four tires Inspect brake system Test battery Check air and cabin air
filters Check belts and hoses Top off all, fluids.
Up to six quarts of Motocraft oil. Taxes and diesel vehicles extra. Disposal
fees not included in some locations. See Service Advisor for details.
Offer valid with coupon. Expires: 6/30/06.

A/C SYSTEM CHECK $29.95
Includes performance test, leak inspection and check of belts and hoses.
Refrigerant extra. See service advisor for details.
ALM SE5RVICEO WORE ANRMCUODELS
Sarjii 'a-S& WASM ANMD VAC.
WE SERVICE MOST MAKES AND MODELS.

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2005 COACHMAN CAMPER, like new,
30', $13,000.773-3171. 7:20-27c

2 BEDROOM TRAILER, ZS, $400
month. 773-9345. 8:10p
2 BR / 1 BTH DUPLEX in Wauchula,
nice neighborhood. 863-781-3570.
7:20-27c
ADULT PARK Crystal Lake. We have
RVs for sale and rent. Some can be
moved. 767-8822. 3:16tfc

FURNISHED OFFICE SPACE for rent.
773-3111. 8:10c
3 BR/ 1 BA, CENTRAL air/heat, very
nicely 863-735-2626. 8:10c
3 BR / 2 Bth, big yard, close to new
school and Wal-Mart, first month and
deposit, $800/month. 781-4216.
7:20-8:17p
PARK MODEL, 1 bedroom, central
H/A, furnished, $600 mo/$600
deposit. No smoking. Golf course on
3 sides. 1/2 mile from university. 863-
244-9331. 8:10-17p

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Pay rate: $23,673.74(11.38) $31,061.99(14.93)
Wanted for the Hardee County Office of Management & Budget
Department. Ability to establish and maintain working relation-
ships with Department Heads, employees and the public. Con-
siderable knowledge of office practices and procedures and con-
siderable ability to make independent decisions. Must have
extensive experience in organizational skills, office environment
in business English and proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and
Powerpoint.
Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
Complete job description and application forms posted on
County web site: www.hardeecounty.net.
Please submit applications to the Human Resource Department,
205 Hanchey Road, Wauchula, FL 33873, Phone: (863) 773-
2161, Fax: (863) 773-2154. Open until filled.
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
HARDEE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
CAREER SERVICE POSITION
EMPLOYMENT WITH BENEFITS
COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER
Hardee County Health Department is seeking a community
health worker for its Diabetes Prevention and Control
Program. This is a Grant Funded Career Service position.
This is a highly responsible position providing outreach and
education to diabetics and prediabetics. Candidate should
have strong communication skills in both English and
Spanish.
If you meet these requirements and are interested, apply
online at the People First Website @ www.myflorida.com or
call 1-877-562-7287.
Fingerprinting Required
EEO/AA/VP Employer
For additional information call 863-773-4161
Erin Hess
S Ap.lications accepted through August 18, 200.6 c18:lo

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NOW RENTING!
THE PALMS APTS.
ATTENTION FARM WORKERS
4 Bedroom Apartments unfurnished
Located at: 701 La Playa Drive
Office Hours: Mon Fri, 9:00 AM 5:00 PM
Monthly rent from $570 + utilities
Occupancy restricted to households with one family
member receiving 50% or more of their gross annual
income from farm labor activities.
For Rental Info & Applications
The Palms at 863-773-3809
(TDD #1-800-955-8771)
Equal Housing Opportunity

AHORA ARQUILANDO!
ATENCION TRABAJADORES DE FINCA
THE PALMS APARTMENTS
4 cuarto unfurnished
Localizado en: 701 La Plays Drive
Horas de Oficina: Lunes y Viernes de 9:00 AM 5:00 PM
Mensualidades de renta comenzando de $570 + utilidades
Apartamentos designados pars los encapacitados y
desabilitados.
Intalarse es restrict a un miembro de familiar que reciban
el 50% o mas de
Ingreso grueso annual en actividades de labor en
agriculture.

Pars information de rents o solicitudes
Llame, The Palms al: 863-773-3809
(TDD #1-800-955-8771)
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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
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HOSPICE
OPPORTUNITIES
Join the Good Shepherd
Hospice team and provide
quality, end of life care to
our patients and their fami-
lies.
RN, CASE MANAGER
Full-Time
Provide direct care to patients
and families in a home or a nurs-
ing home setting.
RN, CASE MANAGER
Full-Time
Provide direct care to patients
and families in a home setting.
Wauchula office.
TEAM SECRETARY
Full-Time
Responsible for administrative
support to the clinical team and
answer multi-line phones. Must
be proficient in Microsoft Word
and Excel.
HOMEMAKER
Provide service in the homes of
patients and families such as
dusting, vacuuming, dishes, light
meal preparation and picking up
prescriptions. 20 hours per week.
MASTER OF SOCIAL
WORK
Conduct assessments and pro-
vide various psychosocial servic-
es to patients and their families
facing end of life issues. 20 hours
per week.
CHAPLAIN
Part-Time
Provide spiritual care and guid-
ance to patients and families of
all cultures and denominations.
Must have a Master's in Divinity.
For consideration, pleasdiecll
(800) 464-3994;1fax resumes to
(863) 687-6977 or apply online
at www.LPHcareers.com.
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VERY NICE EFFIC. APT. 1 BR, fully
furnished, CH/A, shared washer and
dryer. No pets. $600/mo., $300 securi-
ty deposit. Includes utilities. 863-375-
4424. 8:10-17p
WAREHOUSES, SEVERAL DIFFER-
ENT sizes. Jack Ullrich Warehouses.
773-6448. 8:10O

JIM'S LAWN SERVICE specializing
In cleaning beds, trimming hedges
and trees, handyman. 863-767-0439.
8:10-9:7p
DAVIDS HANDYMAN SERVICE INC.
handyman with 20 years experience
in home repair and general mainte-
nance. No Job Too Small. Comp. #
06-357 and insurance. Free
Estimates. 781-6479 781-6482.
7:20-8:17p

DIVORCE
BANKRUPTCY

$69

863-314-0846
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Come WorkWith
a WinningTeam!
We are seeking individuals
for our new location at
108 Carlton St., Wauchula.
Sales Service *
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BRITE-WAY SANDBLASTING farm
and ranch equipment, tractor restor-
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(863) 781-2457. 8:10-9:7p
BUSH HOG MOWING, very lowest
possible price. (941) 730-8180 leave
message. 8:3-31 p
BABYSITTING IN MY HOME, learn
and play. "Reasonable" Mon. Sat.
6:30 5:30. 375-9995. 8:3-1 Op
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
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TROUBLE? CALL
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For complete well, sales, service and
Installation, call (863) 773-6448.
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Paragraph D require all ads for any
construction-related service to carry
the contractor's license number.
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OSTOMY, COLOSTOMY, AND ideosto-
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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.
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dragline, track hoe, land clearing,
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Vision ware, pyrex, small appliances,
Tupperware, utensils, shoes, Shame-
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tles, XXLG to 3X ladies clothes, crafts,
loveseat, throws & lots more, very
good condition, low priced. 773-9497.
8:10p
1336 LISA DR., Wauchula. Lots of
clothes, under $3, knick-knacks, etc.
Friday/Saturday, 7-? 8:10p
SATURDAY, 8-2, 4350 Starke Ave.,
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8:10p
SATURDAY, 8 a.m. -?, Corner of Elm
and 7th, ZS, lots of kids clothes,
Spanish movies. 8:10p
THURS. FRI., 7-12, 2324 Gebhart
Rd., Wauchula. TVs, clothes, table
with four chairs and more. 8:10p
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ies. You all come you hear, off Heard
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FRI./SAT., 8-?, 802 West Main. Baby,
children, maternity clothes, baby
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Golfview Drive, Zolfo. Lots of misc.
8:10p
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so shop this week with that in mindl
Kid's t-shirts for school and jeans,
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girl's blouses, $1.00. THIS WEEKEND
ONLY! Edna's Place. 7:27tfc

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reach, perform standard nursing skills. Computer literate, good oral and
written communication skills, travel to other centers. LPN with valid FL
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years experience, computer literate, good oral and written communica-
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Inside Out
By Chip Ballard

CLOSE SHAVE
As Horace Willoughby shaved for the board meeting of the Unified
First Self-Righteous Riverside Church of the Redeemer, he was careful that
his'eyes did not meet the eyes in the mirror. He did not like what he saw in
the eyes in the mirror. This was not e- *...ught that ever crossed his con-
scious mind, but rather a vague tug he telt on some visceral level he did not
understand, nor did he want to understand.
Self-examination was an indulgence Horace Willoughby did not
indulge in. He had attempted it once and gotten a glimpse of a very nasty
fellow, and he'd promptly dismissed the quest of self-discovery as sissy and
non-productive.
: The thumb and forefinger of Willoughby's left hand pinched his nose
and pulled upward as he shaved underneath it. He inadvertently glimpsed
his half-closed eyelids and lashes; but his concentration was such that the
spot he was shaving was all that registered.
: No one could deny his power of concentration, Willoughby reflected
on'a conscious level, puffing himself up as the thought entered his head. He
could add long strings of numbers in his head faster than lesser men could
do on calculators. He could figure interest on mortgage loans in seconds.
-Horace Willoughby was a wizard when it came to figures and finances.
That's what had iade him rich before he was 30, and why he felt justified
condescending to inferior men who worked for paltry paychecks.
SLike that sorry excuse for a man his son had become. Forty years old
and still working for Whatever laughable salary it was they paid school

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teachers. Well, nobody could blame him for the fact that his only son was a
failure who'd quit college his junior year. Six months later at the supper
table when the wife hpd told him the boy had decided to go back,
Willoughby had barked, "That's his bidness!"
Willoughby had told the boy to go into banking or accounting, some-
where where the money was, and stay away from that silly school teaching,
which was OK for women, but certainly nothing no real man would ever
do. The boy hadn't listened and now he'd made his bed and by God he
could sleep in it, or die in it for all Willoughby cared. He'd be hanged if the
little loser would ever see a cent of his fortune.
Not only did the boy have no business sense, he had no manners.
Yesterday he'd dropped in when he and the wife were watching Perry
Mason on the TV. Willoughby had not moved his eyes from the picture or
acknowledged the boy's presence in any way in hopes he'd sit down and
shut up. He sat down by the wife on the sofa and, sure enough, it wasn't
five minutes before he hauled off and, right in the middle of Mason's cross-
examination, mumbled something about the weather. Willoughby 'let that
go, but a few minutes later when the boy leaned over and whispered some-
thing to his mother, he'd snatched up the remote and turned the volume up
loud, very loud. The smart-aleck kid just smiled and stuck his thumb up,
indicating he wanted it louder.
Infuriated, Willoughby leaned toward the boy and narrowed his eyes
into slits that spat fire and shot flashes of cold hatred. Willoughby roared,
"Do I come over to your house and run my mouth when you're watching' the
TV?"
The boy replied, "You never come over to my house, period." The
insolence of that remark even if it was the truth so fanned
Willoughby's fury that he began to sputter. His face flushed crimson. He
got up and clomped out of the room.
The boy glanced at his mother. He hated it that it was she who bore the
brunt .of Willoughby's rage and self-righteous rants. He wondered how a
man so miserable and mean could prosper so and be a pillar of the com-
munity. He guessed the magic word was money, and also that those who
sang his praises only ever saw his public mask, never his home face.
A memory came to him of his grandmother and him sitting on the front
porch of her house. Willoughby had appeared, snatched the boy up out of
his little rocking chair and shook him so hard he'd wet his pants. "What did
I tell you? Did I tell you to come over here and sit on your rear? Time is
money and you're rockin' it away! Now you get your tail over yonder and
pull up, them dog fennels and put them boards back in the garage, like I told.
you to. If it ain't done when I get back, you'll get this!" He whipped his
thick leather belt out of his trousers and slapped it down hard on the rock-
ing chair, making a sharp "Whap!"
The boy started to cry. The man grabbed his arm and yanked so hard
the boy thought it would come off. The man hissed, "You start that blasted
blubberin', you'll get it twice as bad!"
When the man was gone the boy's grandmother was crying, too. She
took him in her arms and said, "There, there." And then, "That's the mean-
est man I ever saw. I hope some day you get big enough to just knock him
down!" It was only thing the boy ever heard the gentle woman say that
remotely suggested violence.
Finishing up his shave Willoughby nicked his chin. He dried his face
and stuck a piece of toilet tissue to the cut. As he dressed he thought about
the board meeting and how badly his church needed him. Without him there
was no telling what kind of blunders the board might make.
Willoughby glanced at his reflection in the mirror and almost met his'
gaze, but averted his eyes just in time. It was so much easier and less con-
fusing to go on hating his pathetic son than to look into his own eyes and,
possibly, hate himself.
Self-hatred was a concept foreign to Willoughby's conscious aware-
ness, an abstraction held at bay by pride in the rich man who gave gener-
ously to his church. Soon he'd be inside his church chairing the board meet-
ing and telling jokes less risqu6, of course, than the ones he told outside
of church and laughing at his wit.
He hurried through the house and out the door. In his car he looked in
the rear-view mirror and plucked the tissue from his chin and drove down
the block to the church house unaware of the gob of shaving cream in his
ear
Chip Ballard welcomes comments at chipkyle746@earthlink.net.
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FLORIDA MARKETS AT A GLANCE
For the week ended August 3, 2006:
At the Florida Livestock Auctions, receipts totaled 9,273 compared to
9,610 last week and 10,722 a year ago. According to the Florida Federal-
State Livestock Market News Service: compared to last week, slaughter
cows were mostly steady, feeder steers and heifers steady to 1.00 higher.

Feeder Steers:

Feeder Heifers:

Medium & Large Frame No. 1-2:
200-300 lbs., 130.00-180.00;
300-400 lbs., 114.00-145.00; and
400-500 lbs., 105.00-128.00.
Medium & Large Frame No. 1-2:
200-300 lbs., 122.00-170.00;
300-400 lbs., 103.00-137.50; and
400-500 lbs., 98.00-115.00

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Freda's Foibles
By Freda B. Douglas

What is momentous about Aug. 10? I was adopted 67 years ago today,
that's what.
Although the following e-mail was written, by a Xango product dis-
tributor, I am quoting it, with permission, because I feel there is something
good, even maybe a snippet, that will give a shot in the arm to most any-
body, regardless of their profession or job, or retirement. Enjoy!
.'Take Charge of Your Life,' by Barbara Williams, Xango Premier
Select.
"I create my life while others allow life to happen to them. I want you
to know if I can do it, you can do it. I know you've heard this before.
However, it is true! I am a grandmother, I am a single parent of a single par-
ent, I have a special needs daughter and I am raising my granddaughter
alone. No one placed people in my organization. I was never given spon-
sorships or placements. You, too, can do it!
"I started Xango with zero, contemplating bankruptcy. I create my life
and so can you. When I decided, I decided. I took total and complete charge
of my life. This was March 2005, and things changed. I became Premier in
13 months after I decided to be serious and go to work.
"When you put your eyes on the prize, the obstacles will disappear.
Keep your eyes on the rize. Decide and go to work and do it. You deserve
to have the very best!
"Thoughts lead to Feelings, feelings lead to Action, action leads to
Results.
"You control the thoughts you think and how to preserve the world
around you. Just do it! Success is a decision. Decide today and take charge.
Be a change agent. Get in the game and stay in the game. Anything worth
having is worth working for. Stop thinking and start doing.
"Now, many people say the best investment in the world is real estate.
Nay, nay, I say. The: best investment is in you, your presence, your future,
your fortune. Start investing time and money into you! You deserve it.
Investing in yourself is something no one can ever take from you.
"Most people during times of chaos, problems, challenges and drama.
will quit the business or stop working, stop recruiting. However, just like
having children you need to treat your business. When you have children,
they need to be fed every day not every other day. You feed your children
three times a day no matter what. If you have a funeral, you still feed your
children. If your car breaks down, you still feed your children. No matter
what the chaos is, you will always feed your children..
"Treat your business like one of your children and feed your business
daily and you will have a healthy business. You must continue to recruit,
create and produce in your enterprise on a consistent daily basis. Do this
and watch your business soar!
"To go from ordinary to extraordinary is as simple as a choice. It's your
dance. Dance your dance; don't lose the chance to dance. Excellence is
everything along the way. Success is a journey not a destination. Enjoy the
process, enjoy your business marathon. There is lots of room at the top; the
air is very clear at the summit.
"I don't know what I don't know. Socrates said I know that I know
nothing. Embrace your journey of learning and growing. Invest in yourself.
Do personal growth on a daily basis. No one man can know all that the uni-
verse offers. New information and ideas are coming into existence at warp,
speed, faster than the speed of light.
"Embrace your dance, love the music and orchestrate your lifestyle.
Rewrite your story, rewrite your blueprint. Create on paper the life you
want to live. Write as if you already have it.
"A man can have all the knowledge that exists in all the libraries of the
world but until he becomes a positive thinker, master of his thinking, he
will never become master of his .fate. It's your journey, design your
roadmap, travel your path. Energy is everything.
a"Become a people magnet, a connector, a conduit. Thrive! Stop, look
arid listen.,'"' -
"Your time is here. Go from ordinary to extraordinary. The choice is
yours. Success is a decision, so make it with precision. See your greatness
with your eyes closed and create on the physical plain of reality all that you
know you can be and deserve to be. What you see you can be, shut your
eyes and dream. Have a vision, write your script, the script of your play in
life.
"Grab a pen, grab some paper and design your life, write your story!
Spread your wings and soar! To the top, to the top, your rock, your rock.
Live in your excellence!"
A mind that has been stretched will never return to its original dimen-
sion.
Remember, God loves you, and you, and so do I.
The only way to have a friend is to be one.
-Ralph Waldo Emerson

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Hardee County Fire-Rescue now has a new way to supply water to places where fire hydrants are unavailable. These pools are
called dump tanks. "The tanks hold typically 2,500 to 3,000 gallons of water," said Assistant Fire Chief Dan Harshburger. The col-
lapsible pools are used to keep water continually flowing during a fire. When a tanker's water is emptied into the portable pool, it
can then go back to get more water. Meanwhile, firefighters have a ready supply to tap Into as they battle the blaze.

Cherry Title Bout On ESPN II

By JOAN SEAMAN
Of The Herald-Advocate
Local boxer Edner Cherry went
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^I4URSDAY- -
SAs for God, His way is perfect;
-The Word of the Lord is true. He
shields all' who hide behind
Him. Our Lord alone is God; we
have no other Savior. God is my
strong fortress. He has made
ime safe.
SII Samuels 22:31-33 (TLB)
[FRIDAY
He (Jesus) reflects the glory of
God and bears the very stamp of
His nature, upholding the uni-
verse by His Word of power.
Hebrews 1:3 (RSV)
SATURDAY
Remember that I (God) com-
manded you to be strong and
brave. Don't be afraid, because
the Lord your God will be with
you everywhere you go.
Joshua 1:9 (NCV)

SUNDAY
:Don't worry about anything
whatever, tell God every detail of
your needs in earnest and
.thankful prayer, and the peace
iof God, which transcends
,human understanding, will keep
Constant guard over your hearts
;and minds as they rest in Christ
Jesus.
Philippians 4:6-7 (PME)
MONDAY
God is gracious it is He who
makes things right, our most
compassionate God. God takes
the side of the helpless; 'hen I
'was at the end of my rope, He
saved me.
Psalm 116:5-6 (ME)
TUESDAY
Do not repay wrong with wrong,
or abuse with abuse; on the,
contrary, retaliate with blessing,
for a blessing is the inheritance
to which you have been called.
I Peter 3:9 (NEB)

WEDNESDAY
Seek the Lord while He may be
'found; call on Him while He is
near. Let the wicked forsake His
way and the evil man his
thoughts. Let him tum to the
Lord, and He will have mercy on
Him, and to our God, for He will
freely pardon.
Isaiah 55:6 (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) Re-
vised Standard Version; (PME)
Phillips Modern English; and (TLB)
The Living Bible.

ago.
He's preparing for the Friday
Night Fights to be seen on ESPN II
this Friday night in a title bout for
the vacant NABF (North American
Boxing Federation) lightweight
belt.
Cherry, who turned 24 on July
21, will take on an older and more
experienced fighter, a usual occur-
rence for Cherry, who has tackled
the best.
Daniel Alicea, 33 carries a
record of 30 wins, five losses and
twb draws with 22 KOs. H6 is
5'81/2", just slightly taller than the'
5'8" Cherry, who brings a 20-win,
four-loss, two-draw record into the
main event at the Mountaineer
Race Track in Chester, Va. Cherry
has nine KOs.
He will also put up his NABA
(North American Boxing Associa-
tion) belt for Friday night's fight.
That belt has to be defended about
every three or four months. Cherry
also holds,the WBC (World Boxing
Council) Caribbean Federation and
NBA (National Boxing Associ-

ation) intercontinental lightweight
belts.
In May, Cherry successfully de-
fended his belt with an llth round
TKO of the previously unbeaten
Monty Meza-Clay, who carried a
19-0 record with a dozen KOs.
Earlier this year Cherry lost a
tough 12-round decision in El Paso,
Texas in spite of knocking down
Jose Armiando Santa-Cruz for the
first time in his 23-fight career. In
January, his first fight back after an
eight-month injury layoff, Cherry
dispboed of Marcd Aiigel Perez in
1:02 of the first round;-adding a
loss to the bofer's 22-8 record.
Training under Peter-Fernandez
at Starfight Productions 'n Tampa,
Cherry has increased from four- to
eight- to 12-round bouts With con-
stant improvement. Before his
sparripg injury to his right hand,
Cherry hqd consistently challenged
more experienced fighters, result-
ing in his three belts, winning 14
consecutive fights before losing a
split 2-1 decision against Fort
Lauderdale pro Ricky Quiles in a

Cherry
Miami Bout. Quiles had a 36-6-3
record. Cherry also took a split
decision in a 12-rounder over Jaime
Rangel of Columbja, who had a 30-
5-1 record.
And, so it goes, tougher and
tougher' opponents and more and
more exposure. Take the opportuni-
ty to watch the Wauchula boxer on
Friday night. Because it is the main
event, it will probably start about
10:30 or 11 p.m.

By JOAN SEAMAN
Of The Herald-Advocate
' His high school state record is
just not enough.
Since he broke the Florida High
School Athletic Association
(FSHAA) record in the bench press
in 2002 and took the silver medal,
Stephen Judah of Wauchula, has
gone to heavier heights.
The 2002 Hardee High graduate
has used his state 169-pound bench
press achievement as a springboard
to even greater achievements. Now
in the U.S. Air Force at Mountain
Home, Idaho, Judah went to
Portland, Ore. on July 15 where he
excelled in the Men's Junior
Division (ages 20-25) Bench Press
Championships. Now competing at
181 pounds, the husky serviceman
set the World Bench Press record
by lifting 515 pounds. That also
broke the national record for his
class.
The son of Sonny Judah and
Karen Doyle, both of Fort Meade,
Stephen Judah will be home this
weekend to compete in Orlando on
Saturday, hoping to break his own
national and world record.
Currently, the 22-year-old holds
eight titles, all accumulated since
2002. After setting the state high
school record in the bench press
and narrowly losing the gold medal

Judah
to Fort Meade's Jimmy Barfield,
Judah went on later that year to set
the 165-pound Teen Florida Bench
Press record.
Bulking up, he broke the 181-
pound Teen Florida Bench Press
record in 2003. Continuing at 181
pounds, Judah has successively set
the Junior Florida Bench Press
record, the Junior Idaho Bench
Press record, USA Power Lifting
National bench press record and the
Florida State Raw Bench Press
record before his recent national
and world titles.
There is no snooze button on a
cat who wants breakfast.
-Author Unknown

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2C The Herald-Advocate, August 10, 2006

-Schedule Of e ly Services

.... BOWLING GREEN WAUCHULA' f

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.
Sunday Worship 8:00 a.m.
Sun. Eve. Worship 1st & 3rd ..............
4:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m.
Tues. Prayer/Bible Study..........6:00 p.m.

CHRISTIAN BIBLE FELLOWSHIP
Hwy. 17 South
Sunday School 9:30 a.m.
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.
DisciplesTrain & 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 ...................1:00 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 .................. 11:00 a.m.
Youth Fellowship ....................5:00 p.m.
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 ....................1:00 a.m.
Sunday Evening 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer ...................7:00 p.m

HOLY CHILD
SPANISH CATHOLIC MISSION
Misa (Espanol).Sunday ............7:00 p.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. 375-4228 or
773-9019
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship ......... ...... 1:00-a.m.
Evening Worship ....... .7.00 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer.......... .....7 00 p.m

MACEDONIA PR 'V
BAPTIST CHURCH
607 Palmetto St.
Church School 9:30a.m.
Morning Service .. ....... ...11 00 a.m.
Evening Service.. ........ .700 p.m.
Wed Bible Study/Prayer Ser. 7 00.p.m.
Communion-2nd San Evening 6 00p.m.

MT. PISGAH BAPTIST CHURCH
6210 Mt. Pisgah Rd.- 375-4409
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship ....................11:00 a.m.
Disciples Training ....................5:00 p.m.
Evening Worship ....................7:00 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer Time ..........7:00 p.m.

OPEN DOOR FULL GOSPEL
PRAISE CENTER
E. Broward St.
Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
Sunday Service 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Service ..................7:30 p.m.

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. Limestone Comm.
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship ...................11:00 a.m.
Evening Worship ...................6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer ....................7:00 p.m.

NEW ELIM
INDEPENDENT BAPTIST
Badger Loop Lane 773-4475
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Worship Service ......................11:00 a.m.
Sunday Night Worship..............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 ..................11:00 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....................11:00 a.m.
Evening Worship ......................6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer Time ............7:00 p.m

NWAjUCHULA
APOSTOLIC ASSEMBLY
Martin Luther King and Apostolic Rd.
Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
English Service ................11:30 a.m.
General Worship Service..........1:30 p.m.
Tuesday Prayer 7:00 p.m
Wednesday Service....................7:00 p.m

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 ....'..;...00 ifas
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
Sunday 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 SummitSt..- 735-8681
Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
Sunday Morning................11:00 a.m.
Sunday Night 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Night ,................. 7:30p.m.
ENDTIME CROSSROAD MINISTRY
501 N. 9th & Georgia St. 773-3470
Sunday School 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.

FAITH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
114 N. 7th Ave. 773-2105
Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
Sunday Worship .................... 11:09 .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.

The following merchants

urge you to attend

your chosen house of worship

this Sabbath

EPaaO
Wholesale Nursery

Donnis & Kathy Barber
Hwy. 66 East (863) 735-0470
P.O. Box 780 ... Zolfo Springs, FL

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 ............I11:00 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 fm.
FIRST MISSIONARY .
BAPTIST CHURCH
1347 Martin Luther King Ave.
773-6556
Sunday School 9:30 a.m.
Morning Service............ ....... ..1:00 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.-065 :'
Early Worship 9:00 a.m.
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Traditional Worship.................. :00 a..
Evening Service 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday Activities..............6:00 p.m.

FLORIDA'S FIRST ASSEMBLY
OF GOD CHURCH
1397 South Florida Avenue 773-9386.
Sunday School t '9:00 aim..
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 TA .R"N.w &I'..
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.rii
Worship 10:30 a mr
Wed. Night Dinner......... ........6:00 p.m.i
Wed. Bodybuilders Adult Cl.
Crossroads & Lighthouse Min. 7 00 p m

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

IGLESIA ADVENTISTA DEL
SEPTIMO DLA
Old Bradenton Road--
767-1010
JEHOVAH'S ~ WITNESSES -.ENGL[H
S 155 Altman Road nl1 '.
Sunday Morning 1000~m.
Tuesday Evening .... 7 30'pm.
Thursday E\ening .... 7 30 p.m
JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES SPAl*lH
Sunday Evening ..........4 00 p.m
Monday Evening 7:30 p:m.',
Wednesday Evening.. 730 p:m
LAKE DALE BAPTIST CHURCH
3102 Heard Bridge Road 773-6622
Sunday School 9.45 a m
Morning Sern ie 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 '

SWAUCHULA -:
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 ..........t.......7:00 p.m.
NEW MT. ZION A.M.E. CHURCH
10 Martin Luther King Ave. 767-0023
Morn. Worship (1st & 3r Sun.)'8:00 a.m.
SSunday School' '' :9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship'.:............I 1:00 a.m.
;2nd Sunday Youth Service.:......4:00 p.m.
Allen Christian Endeavor .......:4:00 p.m.
Wed. &,Fri. Bible Study t.........:00 p.m.

NORTHSIPE BAPTIST CHURCH
912 N. $th Ave. 773-6947
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship .........,....11:00 a.m.
Diicipleship Training................6:00 p.m.
Evening Worship'.....................7:00 p.m.
'Wediiesday Supper...:.............5:30 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer ..;....,......:...6:45 p.m.
OAK GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH
4350 Main St.'- 135-0321
Sunday Sclool 9:45 a.m.
:Mbrning Worship:........i1...:00 a.m.
Evening Worship .;....:..'.....6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Bible Study............6:30 p.m.
PEACE VALLEY LUTHERAN
'CHURCH
1643 Stinstrom Road 7173-2858
Sunday Service t ''' 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' S'cobol 9:30 a.m.
Worship Service .................11:00 a.m.
:Wed.. Evening:Prayeri......:.........7:00 p.m.

RIVERVIEW HEIGHTS MISSIONARY
BAPTIST CHURCH
1321 S.R. 636 East 773-3344
Radio Program WZZS Sundaysp:00 a.m.
Sunday School 00 a.m.
: Morning Worship I, I 00 a.m.
SeiingWodrslip..:... ....... :00 pm.
WeSi sday Praye'r :..............:..7:00,p.m.

; SOUL HARVEST MINISTRY
1337 Hwy. 17 South, Wauchula
Sundaysichool. 10.00am'
NiorningWorship ... .. I! 00 am
Evening Service :... :00 p m
WIVednesday Sezvice'.. ... 700 pm

SST. ANN'S'EPISCOPAL CHURCH
204 N. 9th Ave. 773-6418
SSunday 9:00 a.m.
Holy Days

SEVENTH DAY
ADVENTIST CHURCH
205 S. 11th Ave. 773-9927
Sabbath School, 30 a m
,'Morning Worship' .. 11.00 a m
,Tues. Prayer MeItring' 700 p m
SOUTHSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH
S 505 S.~1th Ave. -'7,3-4368
SSunday School ...................... 45 a.m.
S Morning Worshup ....................11:00 a.m.
' Everig Worship .' .6 00 lip.m.
\veddesdai Pra-er : 7 00 p.m.

SPIRIT WIND TABERNACLE
S 16g52 OldBradentop,J~pad ....
S. 773-2946 i
ISundayMmir g' Wofship 10 30 a m
Evening Worship ............ 6:00 p.m.
SWednisdaly.WdA'hip.. :. .:7: 30 p.m
iday Worship ............. 7:30 p.m.
1" TABERNACLE OF PRAISE & JOY
116 Orange St.
i.inday School ............ 10:00 a.m.
Morning Worship .......... 11:30 a.m.
evening Worship ........... 7:0,.p.m.
bes, Bible Stdy. & Child Train.7:00 I.m.
iday Prayer Service........ 7:00 p.m.

WAUCHULA CHURCH OF GOD
1543 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave.
773-0199
6nday School ........ .. .. 10 00 a m
coming Worship ....... 11.15 a.m.
Evening Worship ........... 6:00 p.m.
Wed. Night Fam. Training .'. 7:30 P.m: '
urs. Youth Bible Study ... .7:00 p.m.
Fiday Night Worship........ 7:30 p.m.
i
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WAUCHULA-

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.
Evening 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.
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 & FT.H......... 7:00 p.m.

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

CREWSVILLE BETHEL
BAPTIST CHURCH
8251 Crewsville Road
Church 735-0871 Pastor 773-6657
Sunday School ......... ...9:45 a.m.
Mnmino Wnrshin 11:00 a.m.

FIRST UNITED
METHODIST CHURCH
Corner of 6th & Suwanee 735-0114
.Bible Study............... 10:00 a.m.
Worship Service .......... .11:00 a.m.
GARDNER BAPTIST CHURCH
South Hwy. 17 494-5456
Sunday School ............ 10:00 a.m.
Morning Worship .......... 11:00 a.m.
Wednesday Prayer .......... 7:00 p.m.

' MARANATHA BAPTIST CHURCH
Corner of Steve Roberts Special
& Oxendine Rds. 735-2524 735-1851
SSunday School ........... 10:00 a.m.
Wbrship ..I.............. 11:00 a.m.
: Evening .. ..........6:00 p.m.
Wed. Bible & Prayer Meet.... 7:00 p.m.

ZOLFO SPRINGS

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.

REALITY RANCH COWBOY
CHURCH
2-1/2 Miles east of
Zolfo Springs on Hwy. 66
863-735-8600
Sunday School............. 9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship .......... 11:00 a.m.
Last Friday of Each Month Cowboy
Fellowship ......... ....... 7-9 p.m.

ST. PAUL'S MISSIONARY
BAPTIST CHURCH
3676 U.S. Hwy. 17 South 735-0636
Sunday School ............. 9:30 a.m.
Morning Worship..... ....... 11 a.m.
Wed. Prayer Service......... 7:00 p.m.

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

SPANISH MISSION
735-8025
Escuela Dominica ...... 10:00 a.m.:
Servicio .......... ..... 1100 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.n
Sabado Liga de Jovenes ...... 5:00 p.m.:

ZOLFO BAPTIST CHURCH
311 E. 4th Ave. 735-1200
Sunday School ............ 10:00 a.m.,
Morning Worship .......... 11:00 a.m."
Training Union.............. 5:00 p.m.:
Evening Worship ..........6:00 p.m.'
Wednesday Prayer ..........7:30 p.m.,

One day, when John Wesley
was preaching, the town bull.
shouted, "We've had Christianiy
for more than 1700 years. What's
it ever done? We're in just as big b
mess now as we've ever been."V
Wesley looked at the big man
with a dirty face and said, "Don't
you know that we've had water for
much longer than that, but you've
still got a dirty face. You've got tp
use something before it works." '
God has given you a, measure
of faith. For it to be beneficial, it
must be used.

W hat do we do when we reach an intersection and have to
make a turn, and we're not sure which way to go? We
have to make a choice, pick a direction. Sometimes a
situation seems to have no good resolution...no decision seems like
the right one. Indecision will confront us at many turns in our
lives; what can we do?
In every situation there is something we can do, no matter hoi
perplexing the circumstances. We can ask God. He can set us free
from those paralyzing feelings of fear and frustration. James 1:5
assures us, "If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God."
This week, as you worship God...act! Tell God of your
dilemma, invoking His unwavering wisdom. You need not struggle
with which way to turn. You can move forward with faith, in
God's loving care.

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Locals Bandy, Weis Named

"National Cancer Ambassadors

Nancy Bandy and Ken Weis have
been named ambassadors to repre-
sent Hardee County in the Nation-
r. wide Cancer Advocacy Event.
Bandy and Weis, both of
Wauchula, will be attending a
n nationwide event called Celebration
" on the Hill 2006. It will be held in
n Washington, D.C., on Sept. 19-20
Sto engage members of Congress in
Sthe fight against cancer.
"Before I was diagnosed with
cancer, I lost my grandmother to
ovarian cancer. So, when I was
r diagnosed, I thought it would be the
r end for me," said Bandy. "However,
SI am one of the lucky ones. They
were able to get all of mine with
surgery and with yearly checkups. I
have been cancer free now for
seven years.
"I have, however, had more fam-
n ily diagnosed with cancer since that
timeme" she added. "My son-in-law,
aunt, sister-in-law as well as I have
numerouss friends that have been
diagnosed. So, I know how impor-
tant the funding is to help find a
cure for this dreaded disease. We
need to fight for the funding, and I
Snow that making a stand on the
.Hill will be one of the greatest
events that I can join to show my
support and my determination to
stop this disease."
S Bandy and Weis will be among
i 10,000 fellow "Celebration Am-
bassadors," cancer survivors and
volunteers from every congression-

al district in the country. The event
is being hosted by the American
Cancer Society Cancer Action
Network.
"From the time I was diagnosed,
I started traditional treatment for
my type of cancer," Weis comment-
ed. "After completion of the chemo,
I found out that the cancer was
back. Next, I went through two dif-
ferent clinical trials. After comple-
tion, I was told they did not work.
"Now I have started a new jour-
ney by having a stem-cell replace-
ment. At the present, I am waiting
for the doctors to tell me that it
worked," continued Weis. "Be-
tween my treatments, I volunteer at
my local American Cancer Society
volunteer resource room in whatev-
er needs to be done. It is my goal to
continue to fundraise and let my
voice be heard until a cure has been
found."
During their trip, the American
Cancer Society will also be unveil-
ing a national monument to cancer
patients, survivors and loved ones,
called the Wall of Hope. It will tem-
porarily reside on the National Mall
in Washington, D.C.
"The Wall of Hope will allow
those touched by cancer to voice
their desire that Congress and the
White House make cancer a budget
priority," Bandy said. "By memori-
alizing those who have succumbed
to cancer and celebrating those who

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have beaten the disease, we hope to
personalize the nationwide war on
cancer and the policy solutions that
will help win it."
The Wall of Hope will serve as a
visual focal point of Celebration on
the Hill 2006. Participants will
share stories about how their lives
have been touched by cancer.
During Celebration on the Hill
2006, ambassadors will meet with
lawmakers to demand that
Congress make cancer a national
priority by boosting the, federal
commitment to cancer research and
programs.
Ambassadors will work to reduce
cancer's unequal burden on the
underserved by asking Congress to
reauthorize and expand the Centers
for Disease Control & Prevention's
National Breast and Cervical
Cancer Early Detection Program.
First held in 2002, Celebration on
the Hill is being organized under
the sponsorship of the American
Cancer Society Cancer Action
Network. Celebration on the Hill
2006 will harness the mass power
found in 4,750 communities across
the country that hold Relay For Life
events.
Between now and Sept. 19-20,
Bandy and Weis will be signing up
American Cancer Society Caner
Action Network members, and are

asking for support in their mass
campaign efforts.
The American Cancer Society is
partnering with American Cancer
Society Cancer Action Network, its
sister advocacy organization, to
eliminate cancer as a major public
health problem. For more informa-
tion, call toll free 1-800-ACS-2345
or visit www.cancer.org.
Perhaps the most valuable
result of all education is the abil-
ity to make yourself do the thing
you have to do, when it ought
to be done, whether you like it
or not.
--Thomas H. Huxley

THURSDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, Oatmeal, Cin-
namon Toast, Applesauce, Milk
Lunch: Pig in a Blanket or
Chicken Fryz (Salad Tray, Fresh
Potatoes, Pears, Jell-O, Roll) and
Milk
FRIDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, Scrambled
Eggs w/Cheese, Buttered Toast,
Juice, Milk
Lunch: Sloppy Joe on a Bun or
Fish Sandwich (Salad Tray, Potato
Rounds, Broccoli, Applesauce,
Juice) and Milk
MONDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, Donut, Bagel,
Juice, Milk
Lunch: Chicken & Rice or Pepper.
oni 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 a 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, Cherry Crisp, Juice)
and Milk
THURSDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, French Toast,
Sausage, Juice, Milk
Lunch: Cheese Pizza or Lasagna
(Salad Tray, Green Beans, Pine-
apple Chunks, Juice, Roll) and Milk
FRIDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, Blueberry
Muffin, Mixed Fruit, Milk
Lunch: Pizza Pocket or Combo
Sub (Salad Tray, Whole Kernel Corn,
Strawberries & Peaches, Juice) and
Milk

THURSDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, Oatmeal,
Buttered Toast, Applesauce, Milk
.Lunch: Pig in a Blanket or
Chicken Fryz or Cheese Pizza

(Tossed Salad, Fresh Potatoes,
Cucumber & Tomato Salad, Jell-O,
Pears, Roll) and Milk
FRIDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, Scrambled
Eggs w/Cheese & Ham, Buttered
Toast, Juice, Milk
Lunch: Sloppy Joe on a Bun or
Pepperoni Pizza or Fish Sandwich
(Lettuce & Tomato, Broccoli,
Applesauce, Juice, Whole Kernel
Corn) and Milk
MONDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, Donut, Bagel,
Juice, Milk
Lunch: Chicken & Rice or Tuna
Salad w/Crackers or Pepperoni
Pizza (Tossed Salad, Garden Peas,
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, Savory Rice, Pears, Carrot-
Raisin Salad) and Milk

WEDNESDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, Cheese Pizza,
Pears, Milk
Lunch: Hamburger on a Bun
w/Dill or Pepperoni Pizza or-Burrito
(Lettuce & Tomato, Potato Rounds,
Baked Beans, Juice, Cherry Crisp)
and Milk

THURSDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, French Toast,
Sausage Patty, Juice, Milk
Lunch: Cheese Pizza or Lasagna
(Tossed Salad, Green Beans,
Waldorf Salad, Pineapple Chunks,
Juice, Roll) and Milk

FRIDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, Blueberry
Muffin, Honey Bun, Fruit Cocktail,
Milk
Lunch: Meatloaf or Pepperoni Hot
Pocket or Combo Sub (Lettuce &
Tomato, Whole Kernel Corn,
Steamed Cabbage, Cornbread,

Strawberries & Peaches, Juice) and
Milk

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THURSDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, Oatmeal,
Cinnamon Toast, Applesauce, Milk
Lunch: Chicken Fryz (Tossed
Salad, Potato Salad, Baked Beans,
Cole Slaw, Roll, Rosy Pear Dessert,
Juice) and Milk
FRIDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, Scrambled
Eggs, Buttered Toast, Juice, Milk
Lunch: Fish Sandwich (Tossed
Salad, Potato Rounds, Broccoli,
Applesauce) and Milk
MONDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, Donut, Juice,
Milk
Lunch: Chicken & Rice (Tossed
Salad, Turnip Greens, Juice,
Peaches, Beets, Black-Eyed Peas,
Cornbread) and Milk
TUESDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, Sausage Patty
Sandwich, Juice, Milk
Lunch: BBQ Chicken on a Bun
(Tossed Salad, Potato Rounds,
Garden Peas, Juice, Pears) and Milk

WEDNESDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, Cheese Pizza,
Pears, Milk
Lunch: Country Fried Steak
(Tossed Salad, Rice, Mixed
Vegetables, Cherry Crisp, Rolls) and
Milk
THURSDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, French Toast,
Sausage, Juice, Milk
Lunch: Lasagna (Tossed Salad,
Garden Beans, Pineapple Chunks,
Waldorf Salad, Roll, Juice) and Milk
FRIDAY
Breakfast: Cereal, Breakfast
Stick, Fruit Cocktail, Milk
Lunch: Hot Pocket, Pepperoni
Pizza (Tossed Salad, Corn, Baked
Potato, Strawberries &Peaches,
Juice) and Milk

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Family Fiddle

Fuels A Passion

By C.J. MOUSER
For The Herald-Advocate
Where most people have a family Bible,
quilt or other item that has been passed
down from generation to generation, Jim
McLaughlin of Wauchula has a family fid-
dle.
In his adult years, McLaughlin enjoyed
visiting drinking establishments and playing
his fiddle for the enjoyment of the patrons.
It was during these relaxed performances
that he began to worry about the well-being
of the family fiddle.
"It was a rough environment, so I started
shopping around so that I could buy one to
take with me and keep the old family fiddle
safe at home," he explains. "But I found out
I couldn't afford to buy one ... they
weren't cheap."
It was this discovery that led
SMcLaughlin to use the family fiddle as a
pattern to make himself a fiddle. That was
in 1989. Since then, McLaughlin has made
several more fiddles or violins, two guitars
and a cello with a front fashioned out of
Appalachian red cedar.
Jack Of All Trades
McLaughlin, who was born in Ohib and
came to Flprida in 1998, has been a truck
:driver, machinist, mechanic and coal miner.
He has a deep interest in violins, or fiddles:,
how and when they were made, and who
made them and where.
Among his collection is a little red violin
that has an interesting story attached to it:
"Years ago, two men were remodeling a
:theater in Philadelphia," he begins, ias he
cradles the little violin in his hands.
"During construction they took down a wall
and behind the wall was a sealed dressing
room. Inside the room were two violins.
One man took one, and the other took the
second one home and gave it to his sister.:
She hung it on her living-room wall for
years, and then one day it fell off of the
wall and broke. "She threw it away," he
continues. "It was taken out of the trash and
several years later found its way to me.I
repaired it and play it occasionally. It has a

Jim McLaughlin has made violins, guitars and
'a cello, in the little shop at the back of his
Wauchuia home.
beautiful tone."

A History With Wood
McLaughlin's family has always worked
around wood, which gave him a little
insight into how to fashion the stringed
instruments that he hand carves in his little
shop off the back of his home.
"There's a lot involved in making a fid-
dle or a violin," McLaughlin says. "I can
make one in about 100 hours, some take
longer, 'some not as long." When asked the
difference between a violin and a fiddle, he
responds with a broad grin:
"The only difference is a violin has
strings, and a fiddle has strangs. Other than
that, there is basically no difference."
Fiddling Around
What started out as an attempt to protect
-"'.. pie1f family history has-lite-d int a
passi6NTor McLaughlin.

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Craftsman Jim McLauahlin of Wauchula shows the fine construction and beautiful wood of one

of his musical creations.
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN
A FIDDLE AND A VIOLIN
People will pay to hear a fiddle.
A fiddle gets out of the case more often.
A violin costs $1,000 more.
Fiddles don't play with a horn section
or timpani.
A violin's strings are changed when they sound
dull, a fiddles when they break.
Last but not least; "The difference between a
violin and a fiddle is the number
of teeth of the one who's playing it."
Source: www.flyinfiddler.com

"My first fiddle Wasn't the greatest,"
McLaughlin notes, "but for a first attempt it
wasn't bad, either."
Since that first fiddle 16 years ago,
McLaughlin has turned out fiddles that
have been played in the Grand 01' Opry,
and by a guest musician during an Eagles
concert in Orlando.
..: .:; "Myoyfidd4l are -nrloor sale,"
.z- McLaughmliflys,"I 'I-'6tldn't know how
much to ask for them, but I have given
some away," he admits, apparently remem-
bering the days when he needed a fiddle but
could not afford one.

Slowing Down

McLaughlin is currently in the process ofr
building yet another violin, and while it is
sure to possess the same quality in crafts-
manship, he confesses that he is slowing
down a bit.
"I had open-heart surgery not too long
ago," he says, holding the body of his latest'
project and explaining the meticulous care
needed when lining up the different parts of
the construction. "It changes you," he adds
with a frown. "The doctors will tell you that,:
you come out of it as good as new, but I've
talked to other people who have had it
done, and you're just not the same after-
ward."
McLaughlin will still do minor repairs
on instruments for friends and still loves to
play music.
He will pick up any one of the instru-
ments he has made and play it, but laughs
when he cautions that his hearing is no
longer good enough to tell him if he's doing i
a good job of it .>. o't"jut making rack-
et." 6 -
C.J. Mouser is a Hardee County resident and
self-syndicated columnist. She writes about
everyday life growing up in Texas and raising
kids and livestock in rural Florida. Visit her We
site at www.cjmousercom or e-mail her iaj
cjmouserinfla@yahoo.com.

NOTICE

PROPOSED REZONES
All interested persons are hereby notified that the City of Wauchula is requesting a P-
1 (Professional/Neighborhpod Commercial) rezoning and Future Land Use of Single
Family Residential and Commercial for the indicated properties (see map). The lots
in parcel #04-34-25-0260-00034-0013 and parcel #04-34-25-0260-00034-0015 are
currently zoned R-l (Single Family Residential). The lots in parcel #04-34-25-0260-
00034-0011 are currently zoned C-1 (Commercial).

The proposed rezone will be considered by the Planning and Zoning Board at it's
regular meeting on Monday, August 21, 2006 at 5:30 p.m. and the Wauchula City
Commission at it's regular meeting on Monday, September 11, 2006 at 6:00 p.m., at
the Commission Chambers, 225 E Main St, Suite 105, 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

ATTEST:
s/Clarissa Abbott
City Clerk

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COUNTY COURT
The following marriage licens-
es were issued recently in the
; office of the county court:
Ruperto Martinez, 27, Zolfo
.Springs, and Elisa Ysasi, 23, Zolfo
SSprings.
Toribio Ramirez Jr., 19, Bowling
Green, and Lizette Christina
SLozano, 18, Bowling Green.
David Allen West, 51, Arcadia,
and Alice Tootle Frazier, 51,
SArcadia.

S:; The following small claims
cases were disposed of recently
Sby the county judge:
Hill's Auto World vs. Christo-
pher M. Niersmann, default judg-
ment.
James David Hill vs. Laurie A.
Turner, judgment for eviction.

The following misdemeanor
cases were disposed of recently in
county court:
Mark Anderson, trespass, adjudi-
cation withheld, probation six
months, stay off property, $315 fine
and court costs, $50 investigative
costs.
Joshua Lynden Hall, trespass,
.adjudication withheld, probation
six months, stay off property, $315
;.-: fine and court costs, $50 investiga-
: ive costs.
Francisco .Joe Barbosa, petit
theft, adjudication withheld, proba-
tion six months, $315 fine and
court costs, $50 investigative costs,
10 hours community service.
Christopher James Jeffery, petit
theft, adjudication withheld, proba-
tion six months, $315 fine -and
court costs, $50 investigative costs,
10 hours community service.
John Jacob Miller Jr., trespass,
Adjudication withheld, probation
six months, stay off property, $315
fine and court costs, $50 investiga-
Stive costs.
Roberto Gomez Molina, petit
theft, adjudication withheld, proba-
tion six months, $315 fine and
court costs, $50 investigative costs,
10 hours community service.
George Henry Overhuls, tres-
pass, adjudication withheld, proba-
tion six months, stay off property,
$315 fine and court costs, $50
investigative costs.
Berkley Robert Ray Platt,
domestic battery, 90 days sus-
pended, 12 months probation, 12-
week domestic violence class, alco-
hol abuse evaluation and treatment,
no alcohol or bars, no violent con-
tact wit yicti,. $542 ffie n.n
court costs, $1i0 public defender
fees, $50 investigative costs;
Sdomestic- battery, adjudication

Courthouse Report

not prosecuted, cases pending in the circuit court
Willie James Lee Jr., violation of were handed down recently by
probation (original charge domestic the circuit court judge:
battery), probation revoked, $120 Olivia Castaneda vs. Alfredo
days concurrent with child support Castaneda Jr., dismissal of tempo-
violation, unpaid fines and fees. rary injunction for protection.
placed on lien... .. .lCheryl. LouujiLtoytte Staton.
S..... -and DOR vs. JamesArhur Boyette,
The following criminal traffic child support order.
cases were disposed of recently in Patricia Bias and DOR vs. Jose

withheld, probation 12 months,
same conditions, $542 fine and
court costs, $50 investigative costs.
Kenneth Lee Coughlin, domestic
battery, 180 days suspended,
probation 12 months, alcohol abuse
evaluation and treatment, no con-
tact with victim, mental health
evaluation, no alcohol or bars, $667
fine and court costs, $100 public
defender fees; violation of proba-
tion (original charges domestic bat-
tery and resisting arrest without
force), probation revoked, 60 days
in jail with credit for time served
(CTS); domestic battery, not prose-
cuted.
Melissa N. Green, resisting arrest
without force, 60 days in jail, CTS
and concurrent with prison sen-
tence, $315 fine and court costs
placed on lien; disorderly conduct,
not prosecuted.
Sharon Denise Griffin, posses-
sion of drug paraphernalia, resist-
ing arrest without force and viola-
tion of probation (original charges
possession of drug paraphernalia
and resisting arrest without force),
90 days in jail on each of first two
charges, $315 fine and court costs
added to outstanding fines and fees
and placed on lien.
Mary Jane Macias, domestic bat-
tery, 12 months probation, alcohol
abuse evaluation and treatment,
four-hour domestic violence class,
mental health evaluation, random
drug screens, warrrantless search
and seizure, $667 fine and court
costs, $100 public defender fees;
resisting an officer without vio-
lence, 12 months probation with
same conditions, $315 fine and
court costs; violation of a domestic
violence injunction for protection
and petit theft, not proseucted.
Julian V. Montoyo Jr., petit theft,
adjudication withheld, $50 restitu-
tion, $315 fine and court costs and
$100 public defender fees placed
on lien.
Tyjuan Terrel Williams, petit
theft, adjudication withheld, $315
fine and court costs and $100 pub-
lic defender fees placed on lien.
Alberto Rodriguez, violation of
open container ordinance, adjudi-
cation withheld, $190 court costs,
$40 public defender fee.
Adam Jimenez, domestic battery,

county court. Dispositions are
based on Florida Statues, driving
record and facts concerning the
case.
Javohn Camel, driving while
license suspended (DWLS), adjudi-
cation withheld, 60 days in jail -
suspended if obtained valid license,
$330 fine and court costs.
Celia Galvan Johnson, DWLS,
60 days suspended, $330 fine
and court costs.
Alejandro Toledo, DWLS, adju-
dication withheld, 16 hours com-
munity service.
Sharon Denise Griffin, DWLS,
90 days (concurrent with misde-
meanor sentence), $330 fine and
court costs placed on lien.
Daniel J. O'Shea, DUI -
amended to reckless driving with
alcohol :a factor, probation six
months, no alcohol or bars, alcohol
abuse evaluation and training, DUI
school, $622.50 fine and court
costs, 10 hours community service
or $10 per hour.
CIRCUIT COURT
The following civil actions were
filed recently in the office of the
circuit court:
Jose A. Ibanez and Emily Ibanez
vs. Rachel N. Geiger, damages.
Lippert Components Inc. vs.
Custom Craft Modulars Inc., dam-
ages.
Marivella Saldivar on behalf of,
minor child vs. Marco Huerta, peti-
tion for injunction for protection.
Xe Vang'and Hue Vang vs.
Kenneth Ewell Thompson and
Milton Hart, damages.
David Ty Lee vs. Marco Huerta,
petition for injunction for protec-
tion.
Kirk 0. Soares vs. Cox Pest Con-
trol Inc. and Roger A. McCrary,
damages.
Kathleen Dowling Barber and
Donnis Alvin Barber, divorce.
Mid South Extrusion vs. Moore
Farms Inc., damages.
The state Department of Children
and Families and state Department
of Revenue (DOR) vs. Santana
Martinez, petition for child support.
Maria H. Caritellano-Sosa and
DOR vs. Blanca E. Sanchez, peti-
tion for child support.
Angie E. Vasquez and DOR vs.
Marcelino D. Vasquez, interstate
petition for child support.
The following decisions on civil

Moreno, arrearage amount and
payment schedule set.
Lorie A. Brown and DOR vs.
William E. Brown, arrearage
amount and payment schedule set.
Jeremiah Johnson vs. Gary
Gammad, denial of petition for
review of inmate situation.
Kimberly Stewart and DOR vs.
Jerry Daniels, arrearage amount
and payment schedule set.
Krysia Jane Schofield and DOR
vs. David Juarez, voluntary dis-
missal.
Crystal L. Wilson and DOR vs.
Christopher Hearns, arrearage
amount and payment schedule set.,
Tomas Zuniga vs. Melissa M.
Zuniga, temporary injunction for
protection dismissed.
Melissa Zuniga vs. Tomas
Zuniga, injunction for protection.
Kendra N. Lymon vs. Thomas J.
Cox, injunction for protection.
Maraivella Saldivar on behalf of
minor child vs. Marco Huerta,,dis-
missal of temporary injunction for
protection.
Maria Valdiviez and DOR vs.
Esteban Valdiviez, arrearage
amount and payment schedule set.
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: recommendationn of
the state probation office and
also state sentencing guidelines.
Final discretion is. left to the.
judge.
Joanie Valdez Garcia, violation
of probation (original charges pos-
session of methamphetamine with
intent to sell and neglect of child),
probation revoked, sentence rein-
stated as community control -
house arrest with same other condi-
tons.
Ellis Steve Hodges Jr., battery
and fleeing to elude a police officer,
probation extended one year to
allow payment of restitution, fines
and court costs placed on lien.
Alexander Jackson Jr., posses-
sion of cocaine,, fleeing:to elude a
police officer and driving while
license suspended, bonds estreated.
Tommy Kilpatrick, sale or deliv-
ery of marijuana within 1,000 feet
of a school, church or business, one
year Florida State Prison, license
suspended two years, $495 fine and
court costs and $140 public defend-
er fees placed on lien; possession of
drug paraphernalia time served;
sale or, delivery 01".mariuana with-
in Eo0 feet f a schopl c o
business and possession of drug
paraphernalia, not prosecuted.

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Bary William Sutphin Jr., three
counts possession of methampheta-
mine, thtee counts possession of
drug paraphernalia, possession of
marijuana with intent to sell and
possession of alcohol by a person
under 21, not prosecuted, trans-
ferred to county curt with filing of
misdemeanor charges.
Tyjuan Terrel Williams, robbery
and shooting into a building or
vehicle, three years Florida State
Prison, $495 fine and court costs
and $140 public defender fees
placed on lien; discharging a
firearm in public, time served.
Bradley Eugene Yake, violation
of probation (original charge pos-
session of marijuana), probation
reinstated with same conditions.
Lisa Marie Mainello, violation of
probation (original charge purchase
of cocaine), probation revoked,
new two-year drug offender proba-
tion with same conditions.
Adalberto Sotello, two counts
:aggravated battery with a deadly
weapon -- amended to lesser
charge battery, one year probation
on each charge, consecutive, 26-
week batters' intervention class, no
contact with victim, alcohol abuse
evaluation and treatment, $495 fine
and court costs; three counts aggra-
vated 'battery with a deadly
weapon, not prosecuted.
.Jesus Villegas, petition to.review,
sentence (original charges posses-
Ssioni of cocaine andc possession of
marijuana), current community
'control amended to probation with:
same other terms.

Tihe following real estate trans-
actions of $10,000 or more were
filed recently in the office of the'

clerk of court:
Joe L. Davis and Patricia M.
"Davis as trustee to William H. Jr.
and Pamnela H. Lovett, $156,800.
Cristy McCullough to Harvey M.
and Peggy Ann Bissell, $160,000.
Ray V. and Alice J. Grimes to
William H. Jr. and Pamela H.
Lovett, $75,000.
Frederick M. Knight to William
H. Jr. and Pamela H. Lovett,
$160,000.
Richard C. and Judith H.
Nicholson to Odalys Gonzalez and
Antonio Parieto, $450,000.
Manuel and Ruth Garza to Jose
A. Flores and Amy Flores, $23,500.
Roberto Estrada Flores Jr. to
Desiderio G. and Maria R.
Gonzalez and Javier and Maria V.
Garcia, $150,000.
Guillermo E. Barzolo to Billy R.
Sr. and Karen S. Hall, $70,000.
Nicholson Supply Co. Inc. to
Penelope R. and Charles C.
Nicholson as trustees, $35,500.
PSM Investments Inc. to Ami
and OrnaAmrani, $130,000.
Linda Curry and Betty Jeane
Curry to Claranell Heiedia,
$49,000.
.James G. and Frances V.
Sampson to Jerald A. and Carol A.
Brush, $251,000.
Lauren A. Hall, Hallmark
Business Consultants Inc. to Alicia
Esquivel and Luis Manuel
Calderon-Garcia.

Mankind have a great aversion
to intellectual labor; but even
.supposing knowledge to be eas-
ily attainable, more people
would be content to be ignorant
than would take even a little
trouble to acquire it.

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Better To The PubliC

Keith And Nancy Weems

Are Thankful For Support

Dear Family, Friends and kind
Acquaintances:
Too many days have slipped
away without us acknowledging
-our thanks. A few months ago, my
daughter came to me and asked if I
would mind, or if Keith would
mind, having a fund raiser. I imme-
diately told her I didn't think that
was a good idea. I did not want
people to feel we were begging for
help, and I was not comfortable
with the attention. She rejected my
answer and went to her brother
Keith "Keefer" to get his help.
God truly blessed them, and us
with the Benefit "BBQ, auction and

rodeo". Within approximately 2-3
weeks all the plans came together
smoothly and though my children
did a lot of work, there were many
who helped them make July 15 a
total success and a surprise to
Keith. People were contacted that
we had not seen in 30+ years. What
a wonderful reunion.
Family traveled from south
Florida, Lake Placid, North
Carolina and Alabama to share in
the benefit for Keith.
The BBQ sold out, the auction
was supported by wonderful items
bringing in wonderful proceeds,
and most people seemed to really

enjoy the well organized rodeo that
Followed.
I think the best part, however,
was the love shown for my hus-
Sband. He is a good man who loves
his God, his family and his friends
very much. Evidence of the love
shared was in the prayers offered
up on his behalf. (I have never
before enjoyed a rodeo beginning
and ending with a talk with our
Father).
When we moved here 32 years
ago I remember there was a 'bene-
fit day' for a family and as a person
from Miami. I was amazed at the
community here with such love and
kindness. Now I benefit from the
same. Thank you!
For those of you who contributed
money and items for auction, we
thank you.
For those of you who contributed
valuable time, we thank you.

OFFICIAL NONPARTISAN PRIMARY BALLOT
HARDEE COUNTY, FLORIDA SEPTEMBER 5, 2006
OFFICIAL SIN PARTIDO PRIMARIA BALOTA
CONDADO HARDEE, FLORIDA SEPTIEMBRE 5, 2006

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For those of you who contributed
advertisement, we thank you.
For those of you who worked the
BBQ, cooking and serving, we
thank you.
For those of you who set up in
the arena, we thank you.
For those of you who worked the
rodeo, stock, judging, pick-up men
and clowns, we thank you.
For those of you who sponsored
events, chute gates, etc., we thank
you.
For those of you who took pic-
tures/videos, we thank you.
For those of you who did the
announcing, secretary-ing and
music, we thank you.
For those who loaned the 4-
wheelers and horse for the grand
entry and spent weeks teaching my
granddaughter to ride in order to
carry the flag we thank you.
For those of you who drove
many miles to attend and share
your love, we thank you.
For those of you who sold
"slushies," we thank 'you.
For our family, friends and
acquaintances we pray God's bless-
ing on you. To our children we
want to give a special thank you.
;Kelly and Keefer you did a won-
derful thing. You blessed us all and
we are so very proud of you both.
Some of you may be wondering
'the status of Keith at present. He is
maintaining a positive attitude. He
is not able to use his arms now for
the most part and eating and speak-
'ing is not always easy. But we are
continuing to pray for God to show
us his mercies and begin a rejuve-
nation of the nerves and muscles in.
his neck and arms.
We have been able to order a new
bed and soon a lift recliner, in addi-
tion to pay for someone to stay
with Keith during the day. This was
made possible by your kindness
and generosity.
Since words are all I have to give
back to any of you. I hope my
words from Keith and I together
will suffice until you are better paid
by our Father in Heaven.
God Bless, and keep praying!
Keith and Nancy Weems
Wauchula

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Light One Candle
By Dennis Heaney
President Of The Christophers

READY, WILLING & ABLE
Every now and then I come across something that makes so much
sense, I wonder why no one ever thought of it before. Or even more to the
point, why I've never thought of it before.
-)e that as it may, I'm ready to celebrate Ready, Willing & Able as a
good idea and then some. A perfect idea, in fact, and the Best thing is that
it fits in so well with the Christopher ideal of making a difference in the
world. "Ready, Willing & Able" does just that, believe me.
I first read about Ready, Willing & Able early this year in The New
York Times, where a feature story by Conrad Mulcahy told about a man
whose future was intricately tied to the association. His name was Cortez
Jackson, and he had found out about this organization, run by the Doe Fund,
that emphasizes self-sufficiency to homeless men and women.
Jackson came to Ready, Willing & Able the hard way. He dealt drugs,
became an addict himself and, in the words of the Times, "lurched between
prison terms and homelessness for almost 20 years." At the age of 48, he
said, "I made a conscious decision that I needed to get my life together."
That's where Ready, Willing & Able came in.
As a subsequent fund-raising letter explained, Ready, Willing & Able is
an organization that offers homeless men the life-saving opportunity of paid
work, along with safe and comfortable housing and an array of education-
al, vocational and social services. For six to nine months, the letter said,
each Ready, Willing & Able "man in blue" works 35 hours a week, sweep-
ing and bagging trash. For this he earns $7 to $7.75 per hour. Anyone who
accepts the opportunity becomes one of 600 men participating in the pro-
gram, which sees to it that over 150 miles of New York City streets and side-
walks are cleaned every day. In the course of it, the city gets a sprucing up
and the workers gain the skills and work habits they need to succeed in the
mainstream workforce.
That's the rationale behind it, and that's exactly what Cortez Jackson
subscribed to with a vengeance.
"As much dirt as I've done in New York City," he said, "it's about time
I pick up a little. It's more than a bunch of guys just sweeping the streets.
The feeling you get having this blue suit on, it's deep."
Some might think it a menial job, but, in the words of the Times story,
for Cortez Jackson it's a path to redemption. He found out about Ready,
Willing & Able while he was still in prison where he managed, finally,
to quit drugs and after his release became part of the "men in blue" work-
force.
George T. McDonald, founder and president of Ready, Willing & Able,
described the thrill of watching some 250 of the men "graduate" from the
program last spring, having attained a full-time job, a place to stay and; a life
free of drugs and alcohol. "This is an enormous accomplishment," hp
wrote, "when you consider they once slept on the very streets they cleaned.!'
Other than "I wish I'd thought of that," there's not much left to say.
Ready, Willing & Able says it all.
For a free copy of "Positive Attitude, Positive Choices," write: The
Christophers, 12 East 48th Street, New York, NY 10017; or e-mail:
mail@christophers.org.

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HARDEE COUNTY, FLORIDA SEPTEMBER 5, 2006
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Men's Leagiue Nears End Methodists Take Won

By JOAN SEAMAN
Of The Herald-Advocate
-With just a couple of games on
the schedule and two evenings of
. rainouts, the Men's Community
Softball League is about finished
,with its season..
In Field 3 games last week, three
out of four were decided by just
.one run. One of those tight games
upended the previously unbeaten
Regulators.
.Last Tuesday's early game was a
22-21 victory for Robert Flores &
'Sons over The Krew as interdivi-
sion play continued.
Dale Roberts led Flores with a
pair of doubles and a single to
round the bases three times. Eddie
Strange and Julian Garcia each had
four hits and put three runs apiece
on the board. Raul Garcia, Marty
Gainous and Felix Salinas each
also touched home three times.
For The Krew, leadoff batter
-Weston Johnson homered and
Robbie Bond homered twice out of
his three hits. Hank Butler was the
only four-hit batter and Jose Carrilo
and Ches Graham each also had
three hits. Johnson and Butler were
triple-tally batters.

In the Tuesday late game,
Nicholson's Supply Co. crushed
the previously undefeated Regula-
tors 27-12.
Matt Gilliard homered three
times, including a grand slam, and
singled twice for Nicholson's, pick-
ing up 13 RBIs. Tony Roan had
eight RBIs on a double and four
singles. Lester also had five hits
and came around to score all five
times he got on base. Nate Lee and
Brent Gilliard each doubled twice.
Ron Yeager countered with a pair
of homers for the Regulators, one a
grand slam, and a total of seven
RBIs. John Corbin tripled and dou-
bled and Blake Albritton doubled
twice. Todd McKinnish; Richard
Torres, Yeager and Kent Stephens
were all two-score batters.
Thursday's 6:45 game on Field 3
was another 'nail-biter, with the
Regulators edging past Peace River
Electric Co. (PRECo) 16-15.
Yeager hit for the cycle for The
Regulators, with a homer, triple,
double and single for four scores
and five RBIs. Todd Rogers also
homered'and McKinnish and
Torres stroked doubles. They each
rounded the bases three times.

For PRECo, it was leadoff batter
Brian Alexy with a pair of solo
homers sandwiched around back-
to-back singles. Billy Alexy was
also a four-hit batter and J.R.
Gough, Darrell Henderson and
Daniel Barnett added three hits
each. Henderson came home each
time he got on base.
The Field 3 8:15 game was
another close encounter, with
Nicholson's just getting past
Gomez Tree /Debris Removal 6-5.
Steve Barber and Matt Gilliard
each tripled and Brad Gilliard and
Lee each doubled for Nicholson's.
Lamar Gilliard and Matt Gilliard
each stroked three hits.
Alex, Solis socked a ,two-run
homer in the first inning for
Gomez, givingthe team a tempo-
rary lead which Nicholson's tied in
the home half of the inning. Sam
Rivera and Rigo Briseno each dou-
bled. Ram Briseno had three hits.
Justin Altman, James Cruz and
Manuel Rivera added solo scores.

The world is full of willing peq-
ple, some willing to work, the
rest willing to let them.
-Robert Frost

STATE OF FLORIDA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
NOTICE OF DRAFT PERMIT

The Department of Environmental Protection giyes notice of its preparation of a draft industrial wastewater
permit for V & W Farms, Inc. The dairy site encompasses 1410 acres on the south side of State Road 64 about four
miles west of Avon Park, Florida. The dairy will have an annual average total mature dairy cow population of 2000
dairy cows consisting of about 1580 lactating cows, 30 pot/cripple cows, 350 dry cows, and 40 springers. There will
also be approximately 450 heifers, 86 calves, and 200 beefcattle on the dairy on an annual average basis. Flush
water from the freestall and feed barns flows to one.oftwo primary waste storage ponds (WSP1 and WSP2). The
milk parlor is flushed with freshwater. WSP1 and WSP2 gravity flow to a third waste storage pond (WSP3). The
flush water used in the freestall and feed barns is recycled water from WSP3. Approximately 208,000 gallons per
day of net effluent flow to the WSPs has to be pumped to five sprayfields on-site on an as needed basis. Solids
cleaned from the waste storage ponds and cooling pond paddocks are temporarily stored on surrounding land that
drains back to the ponds. The solids will either be taken by a commercial solids handling company or will be used
by a third party for land application at agronomic rates. All non-contact roof runoff is diverted away from the
wastewater system. The facility is located at Latitude: 270 35' 04" N, Longitude: 810 35' 47" W on 8798 Highway
64 East, Wauchula, Florida in Hardee County.

Any interested person may submit written comments on the draft permit of the Department or may submit a
written request for a public meeting to Industrial Wastewater Program, Southwest District Office, 13051 North
Telecom Parkway, Temple Terrace, Florida 33637-0926 in accordance with rule 62-620.555 of the Florida
Administrative Code. The comments or request for a public meeting must contain the information set forth below
and must be received in the Southwest within 30 days of publication of this notice. Failure to submit comments or
request a public meeting within this time period shall constitute a waiver of any right such person may have to submit
comments or request a public meeting under Rule 62-620.555, Florida Administrative Code.

The comments or request for a public meeting must contain the following information:
(a) The commenter's name, address, and telephone number, the applicant's name and address, the Department
Permit File Number and the county in which the project is proposed;
(b) A statement of how and when notice ofihe Departrhentaction ofoproposed.action'wvas r.ved. e:.:
c) ASgtat e .ctste Departmenit should consider in making the fiha'dddision; qa'h :
(d) A statent of whichru or statutes require reversal or modification of tle Departiitt acton orproposed
action; and
(e) If desired, a request that a public meeting be scheduled including a statement of the nature of the issues
proposed to be raised at the meeting. However, the Department may not always grant a request for a public meeting.
Therefore, written comments should be submitted within 30 days of publication of this notice, even if a public
meeting is requested.

If a public meeting is scheduled the public comment period is extended until the close of the public meeting. If
a public meeting is held ary person may submit oral or written statements and data at the meeting on the Department
proposed action. As a result of significant public comment the Department final action may be different from the
position taken by it in this draft permit.

The permit application file and supporting data are available for public inspection during normal business
hours, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except legal holidays, at Southwest District Office, 13051
North Telecom Parkway, Temple Terrace, Florida 33637-0926, Tel. (813) 632-7600. 8:10C

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE
AND PUBLIC PRE-ELECTION TEST
OF VOTE TABULATING EQUIPMENT
The Hardee County Canvassing Board will bonvene at the office of the Supervisor
of Elections, 315 N. 6th Ave. Suite 110 Wauchula, Florida, at 10:00 A.M. on
Wednesday August 16, 2006. The Board is convening for the pre-election testing
of the early voting ballot tabulating equipment, absentee ballot tabulating
equipment and pre-election 'testing of precinct tabulating equipment to be used in
the September 5; 2006 Primary Election. Early voting will begin at 9:00 A.M. on
August 21, 2006.
In accordance with the Sunshine Law of Florida, this meeting will be open to the
public.
NOTE: Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, states that if a person decides to
appeal any decision by a board, agency, or commission with respect to any matter
considered at a meeting or hearing, he or she will need a record of the
proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a
verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony
and evidence upon which the appeal-is to be based.
Jeffery Ussery
Supervisor of Elections

AVISO P(JBLICO DE LA REUNION
Y PRUEBA PRE-ELECTION PLBLICA
DEL EQUIPO DE TABULACI6N DEL VOTO
El Tablero de Solicitaci6n de Votos del Condado de Hardee convocara en la
oficina del Supervisor de las Elecciones, 315 N. 6to Ave. apartamento 110,
Wauchula Florida, a las10:00 de la mariana. El Jueves, De Agosto El 16 De 2006.
El tablero esta convocando para la prueba del equipo de pre-eleccion de
tabulaci6n de votaci6n temprano de la balota, el equipo de tabulaci6n de. la balota
de ausente y la prueba pre-election del equipo de tabulaci6n del recinto que se
utilizard en la elecci6n primaria de septiembre del 5. La votaci6n temprana
comenzar6 al las 9:00 de la mariana de Agosto el 21 de 2006.
De acuerdo con la ley de la sol de la Florida, esta reunion estarA abierta al
pOblico.
NOTA: La secci6n 286.0105, estatutos de la Florida, indica que si una persona
decide abrogar cualquier decision de un tablero, de una agencia, o de una
comisi6n con respect a cualquier material considerada en una reunion o una
audiencia, 61 o ella necesitarb un expediente de los procedimientos, y que, para
tal prop6sito, 61 o ella pueda necesitar asegurarse de que in extenso los
procedimientos este anotada, que el expediente incluye el testiimonio y la
evidencia sobre los cuales la soplica debe ser basada.
Jeffery Ussery
El Supervisor de Elecciones 8:10c

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NOTICl OF PUBLIC HEARING

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a public'hearing will be held and thereafter Ordinance Number
2006-19 will be presented to the City Commission for approval upon the first reading at City Hall, 225
East Main Street, Wauchula, Florida 33873, on the 14,day of August, 2006, at 6:00 P.M. A copy of the
proposed Ordinance can be obtained from the office of the City Clerk, 126 South Seventh Avenue,
Wauchula, Florida 33873. Any person may appear and be heard with respect to the proposed Ordinance.
The proposed Ordinance is entitled as follows:

ORDINANCE 2006-19

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WAUCHULA, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS
ELEMENT OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN OF THE CITY OF WAUCHULA,
FLORIDA, BY SPECIFICALLY ADOPTING THE ANNUAL UPDATE TO THE 5-
YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN; PROVIDING FOR TRANSMISSION
OF SAID AMENDMENT TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AFFAIRS FOR NOTIFICATION ,PURPOSES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.

Pursuant to Section 286.0107, Florida Statutes, as amended, the City Commission hereby
advises that if any interested person decides to appeal any decision made by the City Commission
with respect to any matter considered at the proceedings, he will need a record of the proceeding and
that, for such purposes, he may need to insure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made,
which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The City Commission of the City of Wauchula, Florida, does not discriminate upon the basis
of any individual's disability status. This non-discriminatory policy involves every as~pet of the'
Commission's functions, including ones access to, participation, 'employment or treatment in its
programs or activities. Anyone requiring reasonable accommodation as provided for in the
Americans with Disabilities Act or Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, should contact the City Clerk at
(863) 773-3131.

s/ Clarissa ABBOTT
CLARISSA ABB.OTT City Clerk
City of Wauchula

Clifford M. Ables, II, Esquire
Attorney for City of Wauphu .la
Clifford M. Ables,. I, P.A, ,
202 West Main Street
Suite 103
Wauchula, Florida 33873

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S' -. NOTICE

:'REQUEST FOR SPECIAL EXCEPTION
All interested persons are hereby notified that Roy A. Brown is requesting a Special Exception from
the Land Development Code to operate a bar with pool tables, located on his property at 701 S. 6th
Avenue, Wauchula, Florida. The property is legally described as:
.45 ACBEG NECOR SE1/4 OF NE1/4 & RUN S 0 DEG 31M OOS W ALONG E LINE 132 FT
THEN S,89 DEG 57 MIN 00 SEC W 133.17 FT TO A PT ON E R/W LINE OF US HWY 17 N
11 DEG 33M OOS W ALONG SAIDiR/W'134.70 FT TO A PT ON N LINE OF SE1/4 OF NE1/4
N 89 DEG 57M 00S E ALONG N LINE 161 334FT TO POB 9 34S 25E
The Wauchula Planning and Zoning Board will consider the proposed request on Monday, August
21, 2006 at 5:30 p.m. at the Commission Chambers, 225 E. Main Street, Suite 105, Wauchula,:
Florida. Any interested persons) will be heard at this'meeting. If any person decides to appeal any
decision made by the Board 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

By JOAN SEAMAN which alsb' got three hits from
Of The Herald-Advocate Shelby Durrance. Leadoff batter
As. the! 2006 Women's Church Morgan Norris and Davenport were
Softball League wound down its the only twin-tally batters. Tammy
regular season last week, one team Norris, Krystin Robertson, 'Beth
stood above the rest. Radford and Shannyn Robertson
Wauchula,, First Methodist was had solo scores.
the only unbeaten team as the sea- :In the 81:5 game, New Vision
son ended with. make-up games. downed St. Alfonso's 18-12.
With all of its games completed, Ann Talley went three-for-four
the Methodist ladies had a 9-0 for New Vision, circling the bases'
record.. all four times she got on base.
Behind them are St. Michael's Angel Ussery doubled twice and
Catholic, Bowling Green Baptist, Vanessa Smith put three scores on
New Vision Worship Center, First the board. Heather St. John, Loretta
Christian, New Hope Baptist.,and Smith, Kimberly Holt and Ussery
St. Alfonso's Chapel. I. each.crossed home plate twice.
Last week began with Tuesday's :, For St. Alfonso's, Kristina Garcia
6:45 game between New Hope and and. Susana Montanez each had
St. Michael's, which prevailed 25- three hits. Garcia, Cynthia Briseno,
8. pickup player Morgan Norris and
Both Sami Jo Morgan and Montanez each had twin tallies.
Stephanie Roberts hit for the cycle Francisca .Olvera, Denise Mont-
for St. Michael's, smacking a:, anez, Erica Hernandez and Norris
homer, triple, double and single and each doubled..
collecting eight RBIs. Glenda In last Thursday's early game,
Eures topped the team with five' :'Bowling Green shut down St.
runs, and Amy. Franks joined Altoilso's 16-0.
Morgan and Roberts with four A-Amanda Fender picked up five
apiece. RBIs in bringing teammates' home
Regan Davenport socked' t ,',forr Bowlingig Green. Erica Dalton
homer and double for New Hope, had a trio of hits and scores. Lori

10, 2006, The Herald-Advocate 7C

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Bromley, Carolyn .Davis, Sharon
Noel and Fender each put two runs
on the board.
Kristina Garcia's three hits for
St. Alfonso's went for naught as she
was stranded. Leadoff batter Lucy
Garcia had a pair of hits. Gloria
Solis, Erica Hernandez, Maggie
Olvera, Maria Arroyo and Briseno
were all also left standing on base.
In the week's finiale, Thursday's
nightcap, New Hope cruised past
First Christian: 19-3.
Lori Barbaree doubled and' sin-
gled twice for New Hope to put
three 'runs on the broad. Morgan
Norris chipped in with a pair of
doubles and a single for three more
scores. Melissa Cride and Linda
Roberson each also had a trio of
tallies.
Leadoff batter Janeen Gibson,
Tara Bates and Staci Stanford each
had twin hits for First Christian. All
the team's runs were scored in the
third, inning, when Bates, Judy
Shumard and Stacy Gough came
around to touch home plate.
The post-season single-elimina-
tion tournament is under way this
week.

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