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Community News Tax collector office worker honored for quality work See page 3

Omni Middle School students earn medals at leadership conference

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Harbor Branch labs memorialize coral reef research supporters See page 4 Lake Worth man charged with trying to shoot ex-girlfriend

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Survey ranks Palm Beach County first in ditital technology

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Business Boca Hospital using robotic patient positioning system for safety, accuracy

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of the Week “Stone is heavy and sand a burden, but a fool’s provocation is heavier than both. Prov.27-3

Paul Triviabits By Paul Paquet

When country rocker Gram Parsons died of a drug overdose, his hippie friends literally stole his body from LAX and tried to cremate it in Joshua Tree, Calif. The amateur cremation went badly, the hippies were eventually arrested, and whatever was left of Parsons was buried in Louisiana. A cop with a sense of humor called it “Gram Theft Parsons,” which is pretty clever. Who was supposed to sing on U2’s “Love Rescue Me,” only to bail for a Traveling Wilburies tour? A) Bob Dylan B) Allen Ginsberg C) BB King D) Luciano Pavarotti Previous answer: U2 wanted Dylan to sing for them.

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Boca Police Safety Tip Q: My neighbor’s dog barks at all hours of the night. Is there anything I can do about it? A: Section 10-60 of the Boca Raton Municipal code states that it is unlawful to keep or maintain any dog, cat, bird or other animal that habitually howls, barks, meows, or squawks. The city will investigate and enforce this law if the complainant provides sworn affidavits by 2 unrelated residents living in separate dwellings in close vicinity or one sworn affidavit of complaint accompanied by time/date stamped video footage of active violations. Crime and safety questions are answered by officers from the Crime Prevention Unit. For more information, visit www.BocaPolice.com

Boca Raton Police Blotter AGGRAVATED BATTERY 07/29/2011 23:01 WEST CAMINO REAL A man told police that another man hit him in the face with a window wiper during an argument. BURGLARY TO BUSINESS 07/30/2011 21:04 NW 1ST AVENUE A man reported seeing an unknown offender(s) remove construction materials from a fenced yard. The offender(s) gained entry through a hole that had been cut in a chain link fence. The victim has not been located as of yet. The incident occurred between 7/29 (1800 hrs) and 7/30(2100 hrs). BURGLARY/ THEFT FROM AUTO 07/29/2011 17:10 WEST GLADES ROAD On 07/29/11 between 0900-1700 hrs., unknown person/s entered a locked SUV by punching the lock and removed a car stereo valued at approximately $500. The vehicle was parked on the east side of the Cheesecake Factory restaurant. OTHER THEFT 07/30/2011 17:17 6000 WEST GLADES ROAD The complainant stated that his iPhone was taken when he and his wife were inside Perfumania at the Town Center mall. An unknown female may have taken the phone while inside the store. POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA 07/30/2011 Michael Gunn, 30, was arrested for possession of marijuana less than 20 grams, DUI and driving with license suspended following a traffic stop. Gunn was taken to the county jail.

Thank God it’s free fridays for felines Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control is calling all cat lovers. Every Friday during August will be TGIFFF: “Thank God It’s Free Fridays for Felines!” To celebrate this glorious day of the week and their many feline friends, the shelter is offering a fantastic adoption promotion for the month. The first 10 felines to be adopted every Friday are FREE! The standard adoption fee for any cat or kitten is $54, and your new best friend will be spayed/neutered, microchipped and current on vaccinations. You will also receive a free bag of Science Diet cat food and a follow-up health care certificate worth $500. Animal Care and Control always has an amazing assortment of wonderful cats and kittens, all beautiful and all in need of forever homes. Decide to adopt one or even two during the month of August! Adoption Hours: Monday – Friday 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m Sunday 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Stop by to meet your purrrfect match and help celebrate TGIFFF! Animal Care and Control is located at 7100 Belvedere Road, West Palm Beach, 33411. Visit www.pbcgov. com/animal for more information or to see a listing of all animals available for adoption.

Robert Sharon Chorale offers vocal auditions each Tuesday evening WEST PALM BEACH – Do you enjoy singing a variety of great music? If so, the Robert Sharon Chorale invites you to join an outstanding group of 65 singers representing many communities throughout Palm Beach County. Past Chorale performances included blends of classical works, ethnic selections, seasonal favorites and Broadway tunes. Vocal auditions are held Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Chorale’s rehearsal site, located at the First Pres-

byterian Church at 301 South Olive Ave., West Palm Beach. All singers are invited to audition. Male voices are especially welcome. Choral members recently returned from a highly acclaimed performance tour in Austria and Slovakia. Concerts were presented in major cathedrals and palaces in Salzburg and Vienna, with an invitational presentation for the Embassy of the United States in Bratislava, Slovakia.

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New case manager added to staff Omni Middle School students earn of Ruth Rales Center medals at leadership conference

BOCA RATON -- Audrey A. Anspach, MSW, joined the staff of Ruth Rales Jewish Family Service (JFS) to provide case management for families with dependent children. This new component expands the JFS array of services for families and children, which address financial, physical, mental health, social and other needs. “We are extremely grateful to the Viner Family Foundation and Hands on Tzedakah, whose generosity has greatly enhanced our capacity to help families in crisis,” said Beth Levine, JFS Director of Administration. “So many families who come to us for help at their weakest point will benefit from having a case manager assist with gathering information, ac-

cessing resources, navigating through the system and getting counseling.” “As the economy continued to take its toll on families and children, it became critical for JFS to provide them with more comprehensive help,” said Danielle N. Hartman, JFS President and CEO. “Ruth Rales Jewish Family Service has always strived to recognize and meet the needs of the community. With our new case management services, families in crisis will receive the guidance and support they need to get back on their feet.” Anspach’s experience spans inpatient and outpatient mental health counseling, chemical dependency care, crisis intervention and stabilization, hospice care, and a social work intern-

ship at Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando. She completed her MSW in 2009 at the University of Central Florida, where she held a Provost’s Graduate Fellowship. She received her BA in Psychology Summa Cum Laude from Florida Atlantic University. For more information about case management and crisis assistance for families at Ruth Rales Jewish Family Service, contact Beth Levine at 561-8523334 or bethl@rrjfs.org. Since 1979, Ruth Rales Jewish Family Service has been providing help in South Palm Beach County through a comprehensive range of programs and services that support people of all ages and beliefs, including local Holocaust survivors.

Tax collector office worker honored for quality work Palm Beach County Tax Collector Anne M. Gannon has announced employee Elden “Pat” Bradley’s appointment as a Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award Examiner. In that role, Bradley is responsible for reviewing and evaluating applications worldwide. He is a 27-year veteran of the Tax Collector’s Agency, where he is the Operations Compliance Officer. Bradley evaluates all operation processes for the agency and develops recommendations for improvements to meet service excellence standards. “Pat’s achievement is a great boost for organizational excellence,” said Gannon. “Pat had already served

as a Florida Sterling Council examiner. The Baldrige Performance Excellence Program is focused on assisting and recognizing organizations to achieve performance excellence. It’s a great fit.” Gannon’s agency has undergone extensive changes since implementing the 2010 legislative mandate to take over issuing driver licenses and state identification cards from the DMV. “The legislative transfer came with the Homeland Security Real ID requirements. The combination of taking on this new service plus Real ID dramatically increased the volume of business transactions in our small offices. The volume has impacted every facet of our business,” said Gannon.

“I added an Operations Compliance Officer to study processes and help us adjust to rapid changes in our daily operations. The Baldrige Performance Excellence Program is an important tool to help guide our efforts to improve operations to better serve our customers.

BOCA RATON - Leah Brand, Adrianna Estigarribia, Marco Estrella, Forbes Decubellis, Emily Littman, Joseph Littman, Kerigan McCoy Lee Oester, Kitana Thomas, Sarah Bagnall, Christien Vargas, and Kelli McCourt, all of Omni Middle School of Boca Raton, recently participated in STAR Events (Students Taking Action with Recognition) at the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America’s 2011 National Leadership Conference. Leah Brand, Adrianna Estigarribia, Emily Littman, and Joseph Littman received gold medals in Chapter Showcase, demonstrating that the Omni Middle School FCCLA Chapter completed all 10 areas of required activities, including community service, leadership, membership development, etc. Lee Oester received a silver medal in Nutrition and Wellness for significantly improving his diet and fitness activities; Marco Estrella and Kerigan McCoy received bronze med-

als in Focus on Children for their adoption of an elementary school providing books, school supplies, and holiday gifts to under privileged children; Kitana Thomas received a bronze medal in Community Service Manual for raising funds to send a child with Muscular Dystrophy to camp and Forbes Decubellis received a bronze medal in Recycle and Redesign for the creation of a new handbag designed entirely out of recycled materials. These students were selected to represent the state of Florida in the competitions after advacing from the local, regional, and state levels to STAR Events at the national level. There are 28 national STAR Events available to FCCLA students with 3,500 students across the country that competed at the national level. Their medals were presented at a recognition session honoring all participants at the Anaheim Convention Center July 14. More than 6,300 members, advisers, alumni, and guests

from across the nation attended the meeting. Throughout the year, FCCLA members tackle issues such as teen violence prevention, traffic safety, family issues, career exploration, and much more. FCCLA encourages community service and builds leadership skills. Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), is a national student organization that helps young men and women become leaders and addresses important personal, family, work, and societal issues through Family and Consumer Sciences education. FCCLA: The Ultimate Leadership Experience is unique among youth organizations because its programs are planned and run by members. It is the only career and technical inschool student organization with the family as its central focus. Participation in national programs and chapter activities helps members become strong leaders in their families, careers, and communities.

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Get ready to revel! Boca Harbor Branch labs memorialize Bacchanal dates announced

BOCA RATON -Cheers! The Boca Bacchanal Winefest Weekend, the Boca Raton Historical Society’s largest fundraiser, is scheduled for March 2325, 2012. The 10th Anniversary edition of the wine and food event will feature: vintner dinners Friday, March, 23. The dinners are held in private residences in the Boca Raton area, bringing together the talents of internationally celebrated chefs and vintners. They are held at 7 p.m. The Bacchanal Bash will be held Saturday, March 24 – Patrons can

savor food and wine specialties created with the encore participation of the vintner dinner chefs and vintners. Sip and dine at a reception featuring their by- the- bite signature dishes followed by a multicourse feast prepared by Boca Raton Resort & Club Executive Chef Andrew Roenbeck. These begin at 6 p.m. The Grand Tasting will be held Sunday, March 25. The weekend concludes at Mizner Park Amphitheatre with a delicious variety of food and wine on the tented green showcasing the specialties of 30 outstanding local chefs

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and over 140 wines from scores of top vintners. Shop for herbs, produce, specialty oils and foods in “The Marketplace.” It runs from noon to 3 p.m. For tickets and information call 561-395-6766 Extension 101 or visit www.bocabacchanal.com

Yvonne S. Boice joins dancing ‘Stars’ in Ballroom Battle

Yvonne S. Boice with dance instructor, Patrick Alonsagay

BOCA RATON -- Local business owner and philanthropist Yvonne S. Boice will dance in Boca’s Ballroom Battle Friday, August 19 at 6 p.m. at the Boca Raton Resort & Club. The competition raises funds for the George Snow Scholarship Fund. Boice, owner of The Shoppes at Village Pointe and Fugazy International Travel, has been training for the competition for months at Fred Astaire Dance Studios in Royal

Palm Place. Other community leaders who’ll trip the light fantastic include Rafael Cabrera, Jay DiPietro, Ingrid Fulmer, Ralph Mesa, Jackie Reeves, Pat Thomas and Bryan Tindell. The winner will take home the “Mirror Ball” trophy. “I’m excited to be dancing in Boca’s Ballroom Battle. It raises money for a great cause and it will be a really fun evening!” Boice said. For more information or to reserve a seat to at-

BOCA RATON -- Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute at Florida Atlantic University recently named three laboratories in memory of John and Andreija Robertson. The labs, which will be located in the new Marine Science Building, will house the Robertson Coral Reef Research and Conservation Program. The Robertson coral reef program was made possible by a $1 million gift in 2004 from the Banbury Fund, formally led by William Robertson, John’s brother. The Banbury Fund is a philanthropic foundation established by Charles and Marie Robertson and is now led by Katherine Robertson-Ernst, John’s sister. The Robertson brothers became involved with Harbor Branch in 1999. They were particularly interested in supporting coral reef research, due to the noticeable decline in coral reefs in the Florida Keys. It was this interest that inspired

Harbor Branch to use the Banbury gift to fund its coral reef program. “This program is a testament to the vision of Bill Robertson and his family,” said Dennis Hanisak, Ph.D., director of Harbor Branch’s Center of Marine Ecosystem Health. “The support of the Banbury Fund has been instrumental to building a worldclass research program and enabling a number of truly important conservation initiatives.” The Robertson Program is dedicated to understanding and preventing losses in shallow and deep water coral communities that result from both natural and man-made causes. Robert-

tend Boca’s Ballroom Battle, visit www.scholarship. org. Boice currently serves as a board member of the Trust of the National Endowment of the Humanities. In addition, she has given of her time and talents to such organizations as the Palm Beach State College Foundation Board, the Lynn University Board, the Palm Beach International Film Festival Board, the Boca Raton Historical Society Board, the World Trade Center

and YMCA of South Palm Beach County. She is also an appointee to the Palm Beach County Film and Television Commission and the Convention and Visitors Bureau. She has also amassed a number of other honors locally and worldwide. Boice is married to attorney and World Trade Center founder, Al Zucaro. Her daughter, Lauren, is an attorney living in the Boston area with her husband, astrophysicist, Dr. Randall Knowles Smith.

son Program funds also allowed Harbor Branch to hire two biological scientists whose expertise has significantly increased the productivity of the coral reef program. The Robertson funds are making a significant difference at Harbor Branch,” said Margaret Leinen, Ph.D., executive director of Harbor Branch. “Our researchers are identifying and protecting previously unknown deep water coral reefs and developing new ways of assessing coral health. We also are able to foster the development of new scientists who will devote their careers to this important research.”

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Question of the week: Tropical Storm Emily is on the way! Are you prepared? If so, how? If not, why not? Marianne Mirrione: “Yes, I went out shopping for water. I bought nonperishable foods like tuna, peanut butter, and canned beans. I have my storm shutters ready to put up. I have enough medication in the house. I bought extra dog food and batteries. I have cash in the house if needed and a full tank of gas.”

David Wilson: “No, have not done anything. I do not really think it will affect us.” Kyle Proffit: “I'm not ready because I don't think it will affect me while I’m in college…” Yaacov Heller: “I’m just watching the news and getting ready. I have boards in the storage room and screws to put them into place. I have lots of water. I’ve got my battery operated light and radio. I’m ready!” This is our new column in which you can go on facebook to participate. Every week we will post a question and all you need to do is reply to the question and we will select the best ones to be on the paper. The ones that are chosen to be on the paper will win TWO Free tickets to Lion Country Safari. Go to www.facebook. com/bocaratontribune to see the question!

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EDITORIAL By Dale King

Our dear friend Jeannette has crossed the Rainbow Bridge I got home about noon Monday. As I fiddled through my keys outside the door, I could hear my dog, Peanut, inside. His yelps and barks meant he knew I was there. When I opened the door, he came bounding down the stairs and onto the arm of the couch. I leaned over and took him in my arms. I hugged him a little harder that day. I was very happy he was there – and he seemed to share the feeling. I had just arrived home from the funeral of Jeannette Christos, a wonderful friend to my wife and me; a selfless woman who gave her life to save the lives of neglected, abused and abandoned animals. Jeannette Christos founded Tri County Humane Society 20 years ago. The organization that serves Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade counties has been located in the former Boca Raton city animal shelter since 2001. Tri County is different

from most shelters. Animals there are not euthanized as a matter of course. It is a “no kill” shelter – as Jeannette demanded it be -- and that is why my wife and I are longtime supporters. It’s hard to believe the woman with what appeared to be boundless energy is gone. At age 67, she succumbed to cancer – quickly, I’m told. I guess it is true. I can still find emails from Jeannette from as recently as June. Peanut, did not come from Tri County, but we believe he may have been a puppy mill dog – something Jeannette hated. A few years ago, she brought in more than 30 dogs from a puppy mill in Missouri that was closed down. And after Hurricane Katrina, she and Tri County workers went to New Orleans to save the animals left behind when their owners died or were removed from the area. I remember seeing one of the dogs. He had a worn leather collar around his

neck with the name of his owner on it. It’s said that his master did not survive the disaster. We brought Peanut to the shelter many times to mingle with the other dogs. We tried to help in small ways – donating food, toys, blankets, towels and other necessities. I remember covering the City Council meetings a few years ago when a group of people tried to remove Jeannette as head of Tri County. They were viciously critical of the way she ran the facility, but, in the end, Deputy City Manager George Brown found the shelter had done no wrong. Even Jeannette admitted Tri County is not a beautiful place. And yes, Jeannette was gruff. Everyone who knew her said she had a temper. But it could not hide the goodness in her heart. The tough veneer was just her way of protecting the dogs and cats that came through her door.

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And they came in broken and battered, burned and often near death. She saved thousands. Jeannette was one of the busiest people I have met. But when our adorable Maltese Medessa died a few years ago, Jeannette retrieved her at the animal hospital, put her in a small casket and allowed mourners time to reflect in the parlor of the house behind the animal cemetery next to Tri County. Medessa is now at rest in that sanctuary. When a pet dies, it’s said that he or she crosses “the Rainbow Bridge” to their heavenly eternity. At the funeral, Jeannette’s friend, Diane Laverdure, read a tribute saying that Jeannette has crossed the Rainbow Bridge “to be with your four-legged friends. Rest assured that your legacy will live on in the hearts and souls of every animal that will receive a chance to live and be loved because of you.”

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THOUGHTS FROM THE PUBLISHER By Douglas Heizer

Would you like to be ‘watchdogs’ for Boca Raton Tribune People here at the Boca Raton Tribune are always coming up with new ideas. And that’s great. Here are a few things that came up during a recent conversation with the staff. The Boca Tribune has always tried hard to serve the community well, and we enjoy featuring the positive side of what’s going on in the government, schools and neighborhoods. But we can’t keep track of everything. We know there must be problems that need to be addressed. And not all of them get reported to the proper authorities. We want everyone out there to be our eyes and ears. We’re not trying to pick on the city, we just want to give people a forum for posting concerns. If you see something you feel needs addressing, send it to watchdog@bocaratontribune. com and we’ll check it out. As it happens, a new resident of Boca Woods emailed me the other day asking about why there are no sidewalks along the median of Palmetto

Park Road in a section of West Boca near his home. He also feels the landscaping needs some improvements. I suspect it’s because Palmetto Park is partly a county road and partly a city road. We’ll check it out. Also, we’re creating a forum to give the public an opportunity to “speak out.” In fact, we’re called it “Speak Out.” Anyone with something so say is asked to post it on our Facebook page. No subjects are forbidden, but please make your comments in good taste. In the Food Department Changes are going to be made in the way food reviews and done and published here at the Boca Raton Tribune. We want to commend Marc Kent for his fine work providing tasty tidbits about some of the local eateries. But after a few more of his reviews are published, this practice will stop. There are some surprises coming in the food department that we can’t yet divulge. I can say one thing, though. Rather than publish full restaurant reviews, we are going to feature one dish

per week. One edition might have a variety of minireviews about chicken parmesan. Another week, we’ll delve into the calamari. Fish and chips, spaghetti and meatballs, even snapper and mahi-mahi are foods for thought. We continue to work with Lillo Teodosi, owner (with his wife, Gina) of Caruso Ristorante on SE Mizner Boulevard, for an upcoming column by the well-established chef. Lillo will soon be writing a culinary column for the Tribune. If you’ve ever eaten at Caruso’s, you’ know the quality of the food and the great taste Lillo brings to his creations. Lillo will be also be conducting cooking classes at the restaurant. Those who loved the food at Caruso’s will get a chance to learn from the master himself. Those who take the class will watch Lillo prepare a meal, then they will follow his lead and they can take their dish home to enjoy with the family. Keep an eye on the Tribune for more information about these new features.

POSITIVE LIVING By Dr. Synesio Lyra, Jr.

Impacting persons one at a time!

The issues which ultimately impact individual lives, are not necessarily sensational experiences, the most expensive items given, nor that which involves much public display. Instead, they entail meaningful, simple acts of kindness silently performed for the benefit of other people. Every single day, an important ingredient of my prayers, is the request: “Dear God, help me positively to touch someone today, by word or deed!” Repeatedly He grants me that petition by making me more alert to a variety of situations around me, showing me the way on how best to respond to each. Our most significant task on earth is to make a difference for good! There is no greater joy than to end each day and look back, recognizing some good done, some word of cheer conveyed, or any other tangible means of making another life better, in some way. It may come through a

smile we inspire, a cheer we offer, a word we say, or a small gift we provide! In my roles as a public speaker, I address several groups weekly. Quite often, these are pre-planned and scheduled, while at other occasions these are more spontaneously given. Yet, in either case I attempt always to provide positive reminders and encouraging thoughts as genuine uplifts to people. I’m often amazed at how little it takes to impact another person if we are proper in all our ways, choosing our words carefully as the vehicles which can best make an indelible difference in those who see and hear me. My caring agenda has no hidden issues nor motives! In stores and restaurants, as well as at other public establishments, workers often meet with uncaring and uncouth persons, who deal with them unkindly. We can make a vital difference by restoring their sense of personal

worth through the tenderness with which we approach them, by the kind words we use toward them, by our positive posture in meeting them. All this must stem from a loving heart, attuned to the pulsations of God’s own heart. What we say or do should spring from sincere motives or that will make no difference whatsoever. It can never represent flattery, for that can easily be uncovered and promptly discarded! Ultimately, unless one speaks the language of love to one’s neighbor, all else is of no avail. Individually and collectively, members of society should strive to meet the real, emotional malnourishment prevalent in the world today! Never put off an act of genuine caring, for tomorrow you may be unable to fulfill it. Translate the good intentions of your heart into sincere, impacting deeds for the benefit of others!

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Soroptimist group of PB gets grant Boca Raton Tribune launches traffic safety awareness effort for human trafficking education

Cathy Iho, left, treasurer for Soroptimist International of the Palm Beaches, Inc. with Sophia Perialas-Grady, president of organization. WEST PALM BEACH -Soroptimist International of the Palm Beaches was chosen to receive a 2011-2112 Soroptimist Club Grant for Women and Girls in the amount of $4,500 to be used to support the Project UNITE project. Seventy eight proposals were received and only 28 projects received funding. The club will use this grant to publish sex trafficking brochures in English, Spanish and Creole. The brochures will be distributed to the general public, the courthouse, jails and homeless shelters.

Officials said there are no concrete statistics on how many people have been trafficked in Palm Beach County. However, the United Nations estimates that 700,000 to four million women and children are trafficked around the world for purposes of forced prostitution, labor and other forms of exploitation every year. Trafficking is estimated to be a $7 billion dollar annual business. Victims of trafficking are subjected to gross human rights violations including rape, tor-

ture, forced abortions, starvation and threats of torturing or murdering family members. Florida has the characteristics that attract and promote an environment for human trafficking: migrants, agriculture, location, transient traffic. In support of its commitment to end violence against women, the group will use the grant to work in cooperation with the Chi Zeta Zeta Chapter and the Human Trafficking Coalition of the Palm Beaches to educate Palm Beach County on how to identify a trafficking victim, address the demand side of trafficking, legislation, needs of the victims and community response. Soroptimist is an international organization for business and professional women who work to improve the lives of women and girls, in local communities and throughout the world. Almost 95,000 Soroptimists in about 120 countries and territories contribute time and financial support to community– based and international projects that benefit women and girls. For more information on this topic, contact Sophia PerialasGrady at 561-313-8779 or Sheila Acevedo at 561-.625-4102.

Black Hat Diamond Divas attend luncheon at Cucina Mio The Black Hat Diamond Divas attended a wonderful luncheon at Cucina Mio in Delray Beach where 21 ladies enjoyed a delicious lunch. Diva Leader Charlotte Beasley welcomed new members, Robin Trompeter, Dianne De Wolfe, Enid Atwater, and potential new members, Dini Heizer, Gilda Schneider and Ivanette ? The Black Hat Diamond Divas was started two years ago by six former Broadway Ziegfield of Florida ladies including,Charlotte Beasley, Flossy Keesley, Jara Miller who sadly passed

away last month, Jane Osborne, Betsy Wickard and Marion Kirkpatrick. The group has now grown to over 40 members. The

Diva's will be celebrating their Second Anniversary on Friday, August 12th at Old Calypso restaurantin Delray Beach followed

BOCA RATON – Next time you’re behind the wheel of your car, check to see if you’re wearing your seat belt. Are you operating at the appropriate speed? Are you trying to text? Have you just had a few alcoholic drinks? In light of response to a Boca Raton Tribune column about a double-fatal accident in Coconut Creek, we are launching a campaign to raise awareness among drivers. And that includes everyone, from those in a small car to truck drivers, motorcyclists and operators of 18-wheelers. Highway safety is a must – and you must never let yourself be distracted. Last month, Tribune Publisher Douglas Heizer wrote a column about an accident that killed motorcyclist David Da Silva, 18, of Boca Raton and Edward Joseph, 27, of Deerfield Beach, who was operating a pickup truck. While Heizer honed in on Da Silva, who was a family friend, the column was not intended to slight Joseph or his family, who are also grieving the loss. As part of the follow-up to this accident, the Tribune received an email from Stephanie L. Gioletti, legislative aide to State Rep. Irv Slosberg. It said: “I am writing on behalf of Representative Slosberg. After reading your ‘Tragedy on the

highway has personal touchfor second time’ in The Boca Raton Tribune, Representative Slosberg wanted to thank you for discussing the dangers on the roadways as this has become his life’s mission.” “Representative Slosberg’s mission for road safety began when his daughter Dori, age 14, was killed in a reckless automobile accident leaving his other twin daughter, Emily in a coma. Since then, Representative Slosberg has made it his life’s mission to educate the public on road safety and the unforgiving dangers that lurk on the roadways.” Gioletti hopes more articles can be printed in the future. Motorcyclist Joel Brito also emailed us about the accident that took two lives that day in Coconut Creek. Joel says: “I look at this and I thank

God every day because I'm alive... I've been there, luckily I didn’t die. I didn’t know him (Da Silva). I’m a rider too and I love bikes. I’ve got to say something to all the riders out there... always respect the machine; once you think you are too good at it, you’re gone. And obey the law, if a cop stops you, stop and face the consequences, that’s the best option. David Da Silva, hope you rest in peace!!!” We also contacted Coconut Creek Police and talked with spokeswoman Brandi DelVecchio who said that Da Silva was heading north on Lyons Road just after 3 a.m. when it was involved in a collision with the Ford F-150 driven by Joseph. Both died at the scene. She said the collision is still under investigation.

by a boat tour aboard the Lady Atlantic in Delray Beach. The purpose of the group is to Dress Up in Elegant Black and go

out to some of the best restaurants in Palm Beach, Boca Raton,and Delray Beach. A lovely group of ladies from political and

society levels are now part of the group.If you are interested in joining our group email bobchar7@ aol.com

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Birthday Celebration of Mary Mc Pherson, Charlotte Beasley and Birthday Girl Dianne Schellig when it is your birthday you switch black colors to white...

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Anonymous tip leads Boca detectives to burglary suspect BOCA RATON – An anonymous tip led Boca Raton police to a suspect in a burglary reported July 14 at a residence on East Camino Real. Police spokeswoman Sandra Boonenberg said the tipster identified Jeffrey Cooper, 48, of Boynton Beach, as the burglar. The informant also provided information about Cooper’s living arrangement, what kind of car he was driving, and that Cooper had allegedly attended an estate sale at the home he was to enter. Cooper has been charged with grand theft

and burglary. Boonenberg said police were called to the home on East Camino Real by the victim who said the place was entered. The intruder, he said, smashed out glass door panes and emptied his safe deposit box of cash and jewelry. After police received the tip about Cooper on July 18, Boonenberg said, detectives ran a computer check on him and discovered he had an extensive criminal history, a suspended driver’s license and an outstanding warrant out of Orange County for DUI.

Survey ranks Palm Beach County first in digital technology

The 2011 Digital Counties Survey, in partnership with the National Association of Counties (NACo), recently awarded Palm Beach County top ranking among all counties with populations of 500,000 Jeffrey Cooper and more. The county ascended Boca police arrested the suspect several days later to the number one spot and recovered the victim’s after ranking third naproperty. tionally in 2010. The annual survey focuses on the results achieved through the use of technology, both in terms of operating efand bruises but no serious injuries, ran out of the house and ficiencies and realizing called Boca Raton Police. strategic objectives. Detectives investigating the The county’s internal crime conducted a thorough investigation. Evidence from the IT staff has focused on crime scene, including DNA from a latex glove, was pro- building intelligent, pacessed along with several other perless systems to autoitems. mate and streamline key Although the detective’s initial investigation did not pro- business processes. Palm duce any viable leads, Boonen- Beach County mainberg said, the latex glove and other items were sent to the tains a strong Internet PBSO Crime Lab for DNA presence by offering nuanalysis. merous Web-based applications for accessing services and transacting

Alleged burglar linked to two year old crime through DNA BOCA RATON– Police detectives recently arrested a suspect who was linked to a two-year-old burglary through DNA. Public Information Officer Sandra Boonenberg said that on June 28, detectives received a letter from the CODIS (Combined DNA Index System) Administrator for the Palm Beach County Sheriff ’s Office. The letter stated that the DNA from the latex glove was identified as matching convicted offender Bradley Begens, 23, of Boca Raton. A warrant was filed with

the Palm Beach County State Attorney’s Office and on July 25, Begens was arrested and charged with burglary with assault and battery. Boonenberg said Begens was linked to a break Sept. 24, 2009 into a home on SE Mizner Boulevard. Police said the homeowner left his house to run a quick errand. When he returned 35 minutes later he discovered an unknown male in his house. The suspect attacked the homeowner and the two fought until the victim could get away. The man, who suffered cuts

business with county departments and agencies. Software applications referenced in the survey include ePZB (planning, zoning and building), ePermits (land development), WebEOC (emergency management), e911 (emergency dispatch), LEX (law enforcement data sharing), HRIS (human services) and myGeoNav (GIS). The survey also references the county’s success in promoting the concept of an open access public network. Numerous government, education and nonprofit organizations are connected to the county fiber optic network which provides Internet service via the Florida LambdaRail. The county has interlocal agreements with municipalities, the School District of Palm Beach County, Florida Atlantic University, Palm Beach

State College, the South Florida Water Management District and many other public sector agencies. The county website, www.pbcgov.com, maintained by the Public Affairs Department, earned a 2011 Sunny Award from Sunshine Review for making government information easily available to citizens. The website also received an A+ rating, placing Palm Beach County in the top 100 out of more than 6,000 government websites reviewed. The Sunny Awards recognize government websites that exceed standards aimed at encouraging open government. The Palm Beach County Ethics Initiative also earned a 2010 NACo Achievement Award for serving as an outstanding example of promoting transparency in government.

Facilities at Sugar Sand Park closing for maintenance BOCA RATON – The Sugar Sand Park playground, carousel and all pavilions will be

closed for maintenance from Aug. 15 through Sept. 2, 2011. The Community Center and Field

House will remain open during regular business hours.

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Find ‘the ultimate’ in luxury at Broken Sound in Boca Raton

BOCA RATON -- The Broken Sound Country Club is the ultimate. Winning numerous awards for its well-planned design and landscaping, Broken Sound is an exceptional community for seasonal or year-round living. Broken Sound has more than 1,600 villas, townhomes, and custom single-family homes and they are situated across the beautiful 1,000 acres broken up into 27 quaint villages. Broken Sound is

known to have some of the finest homes in South Florida. Each home adorns its own architectural design and boasts an estimated 1,600 to 10,000 square feet of comfortable living area. On an average, 65 percent of individuals reside at Broken Sound year round. Residents can enjoy the countless community amenities boasting of a recently renovated clubhouse, fitness center, outdoor dining facilities, 25 ten-

nis courts, social events, and challenging golf course (memberships are mandatory). Lt. Gov. Jennifer Carroll, along with local officials, recently marked the opening of the expanded Broken Sound Club. In her remarks, Carroll recognized the club as a model that demonstrates that green initiatives and environmental stewardship can go hand in hand with successful business operations. The club’s $10.5

million expansion provided a significant boost to past two years, with more than 100 tradesmen and professionals employed on the project. Broken Sound Club’s Board of Governors and management have made environmental enhancement and corporate responsibility central to their business model since launching “green” initiatives three years ago, according to John Crean, CCM, general manager, considered by some as an advocate for

resource efficiency and environmental stewardship within the Club Managers Association of America. Broken Sound Coun-

try Club was started in 1986 and is located on the north side of Yamato Road at St. Andrews Boulevard.

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Developer plans $1B worth of investments in Boca Raton By Center Realty Associates BOCA RATON-Glenn Gromann, President/Member of 1750/ Center Realty Associates/Prestige International Realty, has announced plans to invest approximately $1 billion in redevelopment projects in the city of Boca Raton. After completion of the successful "The Milan at Town Center" office project, Gromann sought foreign and other investors to complete a mixed use project to be prospectively known as "The Fountains at Town Center" on nearby property. The Milan project houses the Florida headquarters of Comerica Bank, and is also home to CBIZ Goldstein Lewin, the local arm of the national accounting and professional services firm. Plans for a high-end Miami-style club called "Sofia at Milan" which Gromann wants to create with local chef Angelo Morinelli are also proceeding with financing commitments in place. The Sofia at Milan is a unique concept and the only use of its kind currently approved in the City. "Expect some celebrity involvement," says Gromann. The mixed use "Foun-

tains" project at Town Center is expected to be between 250,000 and 500,000 square feet and run in the $250 million to $450 million range. The project is slated to include high-end retail, boutique hotel, multiple restaurant uses, banks, specialty office and both rental and condo residential uses. "Whoever is not currently in the Town Center area is going to want to be involved in this project. The best thing about this project is that I am not really competing with anyone in the area. I am bringing new and specialty uses which complement the existing infrastructure and provide a value-added benefit and draw to the existing office and retail components,” said Gromann. He added: “The proposed residential space in this pedestrian friendly project will add density and customers for all of the local businesses. The smart tenants are already lining up for space," cites Gromann. Boca Raton was a natural choice and not a difficult sell for investors, he said. “This is one of the best managed cities in the country. The mayor and City Council work well together and with the City Manager's office, and the city's staff, is some of the best around. The

Community Redevelopment Agency has done a fantastic job with the downtown area," stated Gromann who sits as the chairman of the Downtown Boca Raton Advisory Committee. An internationally recognized locale, "Boca always recovers faster after an economic downturn and property values and rental rates are typically some the highest in South Florida. We have just gone through one of the most cataclysmic real estate downturns in history yet the City of Boca has kept taxes low and credit ratings high,” he said. Along with the Sofia club, Gromann is currently looking to build two or three boutique hotels under a national franchise both in downtown Boca and on Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach. "We are in the right climate for well-planned development in Boca; those who do not move quickly are going to miss out. As we say in the downtown 'It's happening!'" notes Gromann.

Stonebridge Golf and Country Club names employee of month BOCA RATON -Stonebridge Golf and Country Club, Boca Raton, has announced that its employee of the month for June is Nada Savu. Nada has been with Stonebridge for over five years and is an integral part of the food and beverage team. Nada has been married to her husband John for 11 years and is a proud mother of two boys. She has developed close relationships while at Stonebridge with members and staff. The Stonebridge family

is lucky and proud to have a dedicated employee who takes so much pleasure in providing great service.

The club is located at 10343 Stonebridge Boulevard, Boca Raton.

Boca real estate firm expands into Naples market By PRWIRE BOCA RATON -- Boca Executive Realty announced that it will be opening a new real estate office in Naples, Florida. The Naples office is located on the grounds of the Naples Bay Resort. “The Naples real estate market represents a tremendous opportunity for Boca Executive Realty to expand is brand throughout the state of Florida,” said Zev Freidus, founder and president of Boca Executive Realty. The Naples office of Boca Executive Realty is the 5th office location for this 5-year-old company which

began in 2005 in Boca Raton but quickly expanded, opening branch offices in Broward County, Northern Palm Beach County, The Treasure Coast and now Naples. The company is poised to reach over $300 million in annual sales this year, and the Naples market has the potential to add another $100- $200 million in annual sales for the company, officials said. In addition to Naples, this office will also represent homes in Fort Myers, Bonita Springs and surrounding southwest Florida communities. The company’s strength

is in online marketing and has leveraged technology to provide a value proposition to home sellers and Realtors. With two thirds of the company sales being generated by buyer representation, sellers have a better chance of finding a buyer for their home when they list with Boca Executive Realty, especially in this market when buyers are hard to come by. And with the majority of the company’s revenue originating from its online lead generation system, Realtors can reasonably expect to double their business when affiliating with the company.

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Tastemakers event makes tasteful return to Mizner Park

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BOCA RATON – It’s back on the menu: Mizner Park’s third annual Tastemakers event will be held in September, and everyone is invited to enjoy a “priceless” dining experience at 11 of downtown Boca Raton’s

finest restaurants for only $30. Tastemakers invites guests to enjoy a twonight progressive tasting and cocktail pairings party at participating Mizner Park restaurants and specialty shops on September 13 & 14, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. The VIP tickets – which are now on sale – are good for one tasting and pairing at each restaurant. Guests may choose to visit all restaurants in one evening or to make it a two-night affair, strolling Plaza Real and enjoying activities along the way. The ticket also

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is good for three months of exclusive Mizner Park dining promotions through October 31. Tastemakers at Mizner Park VIP tickets can be purchased online at www.miznerpark. com or at participating Tastemaker restaurants, which include longtime favorites and new additions to Boca Raton’s premier shopping and dining destination: Max’s Grille, RACKS Downtown Eatery & Tavern, KAPOW! Noodle Bar, Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Uncle Julio’s Fine Mexican Food ,Villagio, Spice & Tea Exchange, The Dubliner, Truluck’s Seafood-Steak-Cr ab House, Spin Ultra Lounge and Orange Leaf Self Serve Frozen Yogurt. This year’s event coincides with the debut of Mizner Park’s newest restaurant, KAPOW! Noodle Bar, featuring a menu highlighted

by noodle bowls with recipes culled from Vietnamese, Korean and Chinese cuisines. “We anticipate a sell out and advise people to purchase tickets early so they can enjoy the full Tastemakers experience. That includes three months of Tastemakers specials,” said Beth Hendrick, Mizner Park marketing manager. The specials include Villagio’s two-for-one cocktails with entrée purchase, Uncle Julio’s complimentary dessert sampler with entrée purchase, and Truluck’s complimentary famous four-layer carrot cake slice with entrée purchase. “We invite patrons to return often to enjoy our special offer throughout the three months,” said Ed Tanner, general manager of Truluck’s. Uncle Julio’s General Manager Jay Wolfson said, “Tastemakers is great for ‘foodies’ and

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Three and a half stars “Cowboys and Aliens” Neither Fish nor Fowl When I did an advance on “Cowboys and Aliens” for Atlantic Ave magazine earlier this summer, I thought to myself this could be daringly brilliant or really dumb. The answer lies somewhere in between. This Steven Spielberg production looks great, has a dynamite cast and a script that both honors and spoofs the movie. Western traditions, but it gets headed off at the pass once those darn aliens start jumping around. Steely, blue-eyed James Bond actor Daniel Craig looks good in a cowboy outfit, and does some convincing choreography as badass gold-robber Jake Lonergun. Harrison Ford is more grizzled than ever as his nemesis, Col. Woodrow Dolarhyde, and Olivia Wilde is stunningly

lovely as the obligatory babe, Ella Swenson. Ella has a very special secret in this tall tale adapted by director Jon Favreau from the 2006 graphic novel by Scott Mitchell Rosenberg. “Graphic novel” is just a nicer way of saying comic book. Like “Super 8’ earlier this summer, “Cowboys and Aliens” goes off the rails- way off the rails- and off a cliff. The advance screening crowd seemed to enjoy it and even applauded after the grand finale, but they didn’t pay for tickets. This movie will please neither fans of Westerns nor alien monster movie fanciers. I guess that leaves fanboys (the film debuted last week at ComicCon). We’ll see if there are enough of them for this film to earn back its production costs. One and a half stars

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West Boca Chamber of Commerce Women In Business Luncheon BOCA RATON – The West Boca Chamber of Commerce held its Women in Business Luncheon July 20 at the Boca Greens Countr Club in Boca Raton. The discussion focused on social media and “How to Beat Out Your Competition.” Members heard a presentation by Erin Glass, founder of Erin Glass Limited, a consulting firm focused on online marketing strategies.

Chrissy Piazza of Remax Advantage Plus and Attorney Madeline Evans-Ervin.

Social Media Specialist and Speaker Erin Glass with Maureen Koehler of Arch Financial.

Dr. Abby Ehrman-Klayman with Stacey Silbiger of City National Bank.

Susan Goldberg, Carol Chalemian, Dale MacCutcheon and Barbara Socher.

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Ceilings and other political issues Editor’s note: This column was written during the debate about raising the debt ceiling, I have always been taught that a popcorn ceiling is in bad taste (and so is a drop ceiling). But now it seems that a debt ceiling is even worse. You can’t call in a good handyman (or a contractor) and you can’t find a good decorator to change the height (or color) of it either. It seems that the country is mired in a ceiling debacle. Call it ceilingArmageddon, but this talk about the height of one’s inner domicile is making everyone crazy. “We’re going to lose credit ratings and credibility in the eyes of the world,” the doomsayers are yelling. The political landscape is even more dire. The Republicans don’t want to raise the ceiling (maybe it’s bad for their art collections) and the Democrats want to raise the ceiling to fit their needs (perhaps they are a shorter group). And regular people are just as perplexed. Some of us are adamant about ceiling limits and others are like me, just sanguine about the whole thing. Like a dysfunctional family, everyone is fighting over ceiling height. I don’t know

about you, but in my family we fought over things that mattered, like why the chicken is overcooked and why does the kitchen look like a cyclone hit it. I say stop all this fighting and bickering and just call in a good contractor. That way everyone can pick the ceiling height they want. Some can have loft ceilings (that are high) others can have drop ceilings (like my mom’s condo) and still others can just take off the ceiling and get a mosquito net. Otherwise we’re all going to need the help of Dr. Phil. And with Oprah throwing in the towel, we don’t even have the goddess of goodness to lull us into a faux sense of security (and make us feel loved). So what are we going to do? There is one option that seems to be getting gravitas from Washington insiders, and it’s called a clean debt ceiling. I’m not sure what that means (perhaps they called in my cleaning girl Jeannette) but the group “Rebuild the Dream” is sending a message to Congress that they must pass a clean debt ceiling now.” Apparently the clean ceiling issue is gaining popularity because Representative Peter Welch just got 139 Democratic repre-

sentatives to support the cleaner one. I always say that cleanliness is Godliness and you don’t need Dr. Phil to tell you that. I’m still not sure why everyone is going bonkers over the current ceiling height – it’s been raised 74 times in the past. Perhaps all the clean-up (and falling plaster) has everyone in a tizzy. You can only raise a ceiling so many times before it starts looking like Joan River’s face. But the consequences for not raising the ceiling are getting dire. Money Magazine said, “Ultimately, if lawmakers fail to raise the ceiling this year, they will have two choices, both awful.” This is not good for the people, or for the government. Neither is the fact that Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner said that if lawmakers don't get it together by Aug. 2, the United States will no longer be able to pay its bills. Mr. Geithner is one smart man. He is right, how can you pay your bills (or watch TV for that matter) if you don’t have a proper ceiling. All you need is one rainy day and everything (including your bills) will get ruined. You don’t have to be a member of Congress to figure that out. It’s just a matter of common sense.

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BUSINESS BITS LAKE WORTH -- Palm Beach State College will begin offering its Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program in January to help registered nurses By Gerald J. Sherman with associate degrees boost their training. An information session will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. Aug. 25 in Room 129 in the Natural Science building on the Lake Worth campus, 4200 Congress Ave. This marks the third bachelor’s degree program at the college which began offering its first bachelor’s degree, a asked relate to how they • In my experience conBachelor of Applied Science in Supervision and ManI asked a prospective at it as another means you feel about your current ads ducting focus groups, I agement, in fall 2009. Earlier zthis year, it added the client what business she can use to evaluate your B.A.S. in Information Management. was in. She complained current services and fu- or planned ads, services find that a successful focus

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Boca Hospital using robotic patient positioning system for safety, accuracy BOCA RATON\ – The Eugene M. & Christine E. Lynn Cancer Institute at Boca Raton Regional Hospital is now utilizing the CIVCO Protura™ 6D robotic couch. This new, robotic patient-positioning system enhances safety, precision and accuracy for patients undergoing high precision Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy and Stereotactic Radiosurgery while also increasing the efficiency of a treatment session. Patients receiving these types of therapies are treated on a table with a gantry that rotates around them, delivering the radiation in a manner that attacks the precise configuration of a tumor from all planes and angles. Like a ship at sea, the gantry has elements of pitch, roll and yaw that allow it to deliver the radiation beam most effectively while sparing surrounding anatomy. Controlling these three elements is critically important to successful outcomes and patient safety. Prior to robotic patient positioning, a treatment plan would be calibrated

and therapy initiated. If adjustments were needed, the treatment session would be stopped, new calculations would be entered and therapy resumed. Tim Williams, MD, medical director of Radiation Oncology at the cancer center, said robotic positioning allows for automatic correction in pitch, roll and rotation and adds a new level of precision in treatment setup for SBRT and SRS procedures. “At least 50 percent of our patients will have a correction in one of these dimensions, and in our program, having a full six degrees of alignment correction is essential for delivering these treatments safely and accurately,” he said. Maximizing the efficiency of the treatment session from both a clinical and patient convenience perspective is the distinct benefit of robotic positioning. “The 6D table has provided us with more accurate positioning during patients' setup, hence more confidence in the precision on delivered treatments," said Charles Shang, MS, B.MED, D.ABR, director

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speaker at a breakfast Thursday, Aug. 11 from 7:45 to 9 a.m. at The Country Club at Boca Raton, 6200 Boca Del Mar Drive, Boca Raton. She will talk on the “State of the City;” For the West Boca Chamber, RSVP by email at info@westbocachamber. com or call 561-482-9333 For the Greater Boca Raton Chamber, purchase tickets online at www. bocaratonchamber.com/ events.

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By: Pastor Miguel Angelo Jr.

DIVORCE FLORIDA STYLE By Mike Gora

The Family Today, have a happy family that looks abnormal to some, but this is the original divine plan, it’s God’s idea, in Eden, He did not design a perfect family, but a happy family in a perfect place! Gen.1: 27.28. "The Place" has changed, the Earth became imperfect, but God's design for the family has not changed: happiness! The family is one of the key pillars of our lives! How to be happy when everything around us is confused? How could one remain beautiful and interested in your spouse if we are surrounded by temptations? Like having quality time with your offspring when your life is increasingly full of occupations? How to educate your children "by the lord teachings" could parents follow this path? How to teach them what is right, when the world outside of your

door shows them the opposite? What to do to preserve the spiritual and moral integrity of your family? Who should we listen to and which advice to take to have total peace and prosperity at home? What God has prepared for my family here on Earth and in this country? Listen: Do not let anything convince you that God does not have the best on this land for your family! Isaiah 1:19 Don’t believe it! Take ownership on god’s proposal. Our family is part of a kingdom that the Bible calls a steadfast, I said today: Our family is out of the statistics of failure and is under the plans and Promises of the Lord! gen.12: 3 Interestingly, three of the verses.1 7 God made promises to Abraham, seven (per-

fection) - Victory for the family! Isaiah 61:7,9 It is the fulfillment of the promises made to Abraham! I want to give you 8 hints on how to be and live happily with your family: 1) Be a good friend of your family! 2) Believe that you are able to love and help your family! 3) Take responsibility for the well-being of your family! 4) Do not just take care of your family, but dedicate yourself to it! 5) Be transparent with your family and true! 6) Make adjustments, they never end! 7) Always forgive! 8) Do not be afraid to show them love! I heard someone say, "People don’t understand how important family is and how short life is! Make your family life a rewarding experience!

Re-elect no one I am sitting in my PJs in front of my computer at 5 a.m. on Saturday morning, July 30, 2011 wondering whether or not my “fortune” relied upon for eventual retirement will have disappeared by next Saturday morning. Many of you are in the same position. At least this time we all know exactly who to blame. No, it’s not the “Wall Street Barons” or banks, or brokerage houses, or even Bernie, it’s the jerks that we elected last year or two years before that. Instead of electing intelligent men and women who put the future of the

United States of America ahead of their own personal political aspirations and personal wealth, we have elected two separate groups of scalawags and snake oil salesman who are all willing to make plans which all begin, “Well, first we’ll crash the bus.” We have Representatives and Senators who believe that communications include only shouting, and not listening, who believe compromise is weakness, and who believe that frightening every adult in the United States with a brain is a good idea. Our Representatives

and Senators, who must have never read Animal Farm or Gulliver’s Travels, force us all to live the worst part of those two satiric novels. We have Representatives and Senators who have no idea of the wishes, hopes, dreams, and aspirations of the people they govern and to whom they are responsible. “My way or the highway” is their motto, greed is their creed, and hubris is a word in the dictionary. There is only one solution to the epidemic of stupidity we are faced with: Re-elect no one.

Michael H. Gora wrote this column at the height of the debate over raising the debt ceiling.

With 10 years of ministry, Miguel Angelo Jr. is the Pastor of Cristo Vive Church, which was founded in Brazil, by his father, The Apostle Miguel Angelo. Miguel Jr. is an Author with seven books, an international preacher, preaching on the radio, TV and satellites, spreading the Gospel around the World and recently founded a Church in Boca Raton, Florida. Support your community newspaper - Patronize The Boca Raton Tribune Advertisers. Let them know you saw their Ads in the Boca Tribune.

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BOCA RATON — South Florida based National Deli celebrated “National Hot Dog Month” by visiting The Boca Raton Tribune offices July 28th with their sampling truck to give away free hot dogs with mustard to hungry employees and visitors. Publisher Douglas Heizer, Managing Editor Dale King and Online Editor Pedro Heizer were among the first in line to try one of the quarter-pound dogs. The National Deli frank is the official sports arena hot dog and the Official Hot Dog of the Bank Atlantic Center, the Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, Florida; Roger Dean Stadium, home to Florida Marlins’ and St. Louis Cardinals’ spring

Hot dog eaters are, from let, Pedro Heizer. training games; and in the most famous arena of all, New York City’s Madison Square Garden. The hot dogs are available at Publix and also at Char-Hut locations. Char-Hut donated a portion of sales of every Na-

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The Strikers had 10 days before their match against FC Edmonton to heal up and rest for the reminder of the season. Before Saturday, Coach Daryl Shores said “Hopefully the layoff heals some of our wounds. Guys were able to take a bit of a break and recharge our batteries. It was good to get away a little bit and now we all know the importance of the game Saturday night.” Having more than 7 days between games is not new for the Strikers. In the two times before Saturday this has happened, the Strikers have been undefeated in each game, winning one and having a draw in another. Now they can add another win… Facing the FC Edmonton for the 2nd time this season, and first time since the inaugural game of the season, the Strikers hosted FC Edmonton and their orange and white jerseys worn by the 1982 Edmonton Drillers of the old NASL. The starting lineup was different, most noticeable was moving Brain Shriver from right wing to a striker in their formation, “To be honest I’ve played forward my whole club career and in college and I feel comfort-

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able.” Scoring two goals, Shriver comfortable level was noticeable. An early one in the 14th minute and another in the 75minute, Shriver’s speed and quickness gives him an advantage against defenders. During his 2nd goal, who took a defender one on one and with his first step, blew by him, and ripped a shot top corner in front of the goalie. "Shriver was active tonight and we were able to finish our chances," said Shore. "Bryan Arguez did a great job in the middle tonight. Having Gerson Mayen back from Chivas USA is an added bonus. Walter Restrepo and Mike Palacio were good tonight as well." Another difference in the lineup was Walter Restrepo, his first game action this season. He had been practicing

with the team all year, but with injuries to the team, the loan out of Paulinho LePetit, Lennon Celestino leaving back to his native country of Brazil, and the suspension of Eduardo Coudet, Restrepo was needed. “Almost a whole year without playing 90 minutes, it was kinda hard, different style of soccer [from Colombia] but I’m adapting and getting my stamina back.” Overall, the Strikers looked much quicker and faster. Abe Thompson, the new captain of the team had a goal for his own in the 29th minute and had the assist to Brain Shriver in the first goal of the game. The win is important, with only 10 games reminding now in the season, FC Edmonton is a potential playoff opponent. The Fort Lauderdale Strikers face the league leading Carolina Railhawks, Saturday, August 6 at 7:30p.m. If you can’t make the games, all Strikers matches are streamed live online at STRIKERS. com. You can also follow the game live on Facebook and Twitter by following @ FTLStrikers.

When (or if) the 2011 NBA lockout ends, there may be something similar to the NFL rush to sign free agents. It’s possible that the season could be shortened or begins in a rush to where teams would have limited time to sign free agents without missing games with them. Our hope is that the NBA will be settled and ready for play in October. Realistically, that won’t happen, but we still have hope. 1. Michael Redd If the HEAT were able to sign Michael Redd to something similar to a Jerry Stackhouse contract (minimum and non-guaranteed) then they should do it.Redd has experience playing with team USA alongside the big three, and he is a veteran. Redd would be the perfect combo guard off the bench along with Mike Miller. He wouldn’t have to play heavy minutes, but would be there to give Wade a longer break throughout the regular season. He’s capable of lighting it up, and if he can stay healthy would be that fire power off the bench Miami desperately needs. Redd

would solidify the backcourt bench with Cole, and Miller alongside him. 2. Eddy Curry *This is under two assumptions: 1) that Dalembert, Nene, Tyson Chandler, and Oden are signed for way more than Miami can offer, and 2) that Curry is in or near Pat Riley conditioning level. I know, I know. This is a risk. But Eddy Curry has some upside. He is a big! And I don’t just mean he is fat, but he’s a 7-footer with some touch. Trust me, if Pat Riley is going to sign somebody with this type of reputation then he knows where he stands. Curry won’t have to play massive minutes with Joel here, but he could be a piece that helps. I think back to Game 6 of the Finals where Miami is fighting back against Dallas on their last stand and they give up like 3 offensive rebounds in one possession. Curry would be a big body to box out, and he won’t bobble the ball like Joel. He will have some weaknesses, but I think it’s a risk Miami can take to fill out it’s roster. The dude has to be hungry to prove

people wrong, right? 3. Earl Watson It’d be nice to have a veteran point guard behind Chalmers and Cole that isn’t hungry to take their spot. Watson has been around long enough and good enough to teach them a few things. He could teach them how to stay hungry and be a good teammate. Plus, there is always the possibility of one of them getting hurt, or with Spo’s rotation just be completely tossed out for a while. A third point guard would be a good option here. Watson is quick, maybe he could stick with Barea. 4. Mike Dunleavy Mike has made his money, and could give up PT to be with a winner. Dunleavy has had injuries, but here he would be a frequent DNP when everyone is healthy. He is a combo player that can play the 2-3-4 in Miami’s sets. He hit’s the three and can dribble. If he’s willing to sign for cheap, he could fill a roster spot. He won’t come easy though, he’s been a consistent starter in this league.

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Two former Owl football players sign with NFL Two Florida Atlantic University football players signed contracts as undrafted free agents with an NFL team; the free agency signing period began at 10 a.m. Tuesday morning. Lester Jean and Michael Lockley who have signed both played for FAU last season and were big contributors to the program. Coming out of Miami, FL, wide receiver Lester Jean signed with the Houston Texans. Jean is the third alltime receiving leader for FAU. Over his four years he played in 50 games with 146 receptions, 1,992 receiving yards and 15 touchdowns. In 2010 alone Jean hauled in 64 catches for a total of 988 yards and had a career long touchdown

reception for 80 yards. Michael Lockley is a linebacker from Orlando, FL who led the team his senior year in tackles. Lockley played in all 12 games for the Owls and recorded 120 total tackles on the 2010 season. He also recorded two sacks, two forced fumbles and four blocked kicks in his final season at FAU. Lockley signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Lockley and Jean will look to compete for positions on the two teams. The former Owls will have to battle for spots when the teams reduce their roster size twice before the regular season begins. NFL teams will reduce numbers from 90 to 75 on August 30 and then from 75 players to 53 players by September 3

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By Chad Beattie BOCA RATON, Fla. – Nationally-ranked teams and South Region opponents litter the 2011 Lynn University women’s soccer schedule as announced on Tuesday. The Fighting Knights will pack in 15 games this season with seven being played in the friendly confines of the McCusker Sports Complex. “This is an extremely competitive schedule for us and one that I think will make us better throughout the year,” said thirdyear head coach Chip Dutchik. “Our out of conference opponents are very tough, which puts us in a great position to be successful in the ultra-competitive Sunshine State Conference.” Opening on the road for the first two weeks of the season, the Blue & White pit their talent against Armstrong Atlantic State to begin the season. The Pirates reached the NCAA Tournament in 2010 and closed out the season ranked No. 11 in the nation after posting an 114-4 record. Lynn then battles

another NCAA tournament opponent, Belmont Abbey, in a neutral site game in Winter Park, Fla. Week two doesn’t become any easier for Lynn as it travels to Memphis, Tenn., for a pair of South Region match-ups. The Knights’ first game goes against host Christian Brothers with the second contest versus North Alabama. Lynn faces additional non-conference opponents at home against Flagler and Palm Beach Atlantic. Sunshine State Conference play begins for LU on September 23 when it travels to Florida Southern. On September 25, the Blue & White take on Eckerd in their first SSC home match.

Following its meeting with PBA on September 29, Lynn hits the road for three contests against Saint Leo, Rollins and Tampa before closing out the regular season on a three-game home stand versus Nova Southeastern, No. 4 Florida Tech and long-time rival Barry. The Fighting Knights Network will provide live video for all home conference matches and audio for most of the season. To find the full schedule of broadcast women’s soccer games, click on the GameCentral logo on the right of the page. Click on the link below to see the full schedule of Lynn women’s soccer matches.

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