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With Schools Closed, Parents Scramble To Adapt To A New Normal

School students across Palm Beach County, the State of Florida and the nation had an unexpected week off from school — and due to the COVID-19 coronavirus emergency, students are likely to be home for quite some time. However, while students will be away from school, that doesn’t mean there will be no school. Page 3

Lox Groves Council Suspends Nonessential Meetings To Fight Virus

The Loxahatchee Groves Town Council approved a resolution Tuesday, March 17 restricting non-essential meetings and authorizing the town manager to declare a local state of emergency to help combat the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. Page 4

Family, friends and supporters of Wellington Elementary School enjoyed the familiar tunes of Annie Jr. on Tuesday, March 10 and Thursday, March 12 as performed by the young, talented voices of the school’s Fine Arts Academy Musical Theater Group. Dozens of children performed in the show, including (above) Brooke Diogo as Annie and Aleeah Riedel as dog Sandy. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 20 PHOTO BY MEREDITH BUROW/TOWN-CRIER

Marge Herzog Unseats Dave DeMarois In Groves Election

Binks Forest Students Shine In Performances Of ‘Aladdin Kids’ Show

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report Former Loxahatchee Groves Councilwoman Marge Herzog defeated incumbent Vice Mayor Dave DeMarois in the race for Loxahatchee Groves Town Council Seat 5 on Tuesday, March 17. Herzog took the seat with 335

Marge Herzog works the polling location on Election Day. PHOTO BY RON BUKLEY/TOWN-CRIER

Wellington Defeats Lake Worth 15-0 In Girls Flag Football

The Wellington High School girls flag football team defeated Lake Worth High School 15-0 on Thursday, March 12 to remain unbeaten in Palm Beach County at 4-0, 4-3 overall. What’s even more impressive is that the Wellington defense posted its fourth shutout on the season. Page 19 DEPARTMENT INDEX NEWS...............................3 - 18 NEWS BRIEFS......................... 7 SCHOOLS........................... 8 - 9 BUSINESS............................. 15 COLUMNS............................. 16 SPORTS................................. 19 CLASSIFIEDS................ 21 - 22 Visit Us On The Web At WWW.GOTOWNCRIER.COM

votes (57.5 percent), while DeMarois garnered 248 votes (42.5 percent), according to unofficial returns from the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections Office. All three referendum questions passed easily. Ballot Question 1 cleaning up the town charter passed 439 (73.2 percent) to 161 (26.8 percent). Question 2 limiting the appointed mayor’s position to two consecutive one-year terms passed 500 (82.6 percent) to 105 (17.36 percent). Question 3 limiting council members to serving two consecutive three-year terms unless there is a minimum break of one election cycle passed 482 (83.7 percent) to 94 (16.3 percent). Herzog credits her victory to an election strategy she used, calling voting residents in Loxahatchee Groves and asking them to vote and call five other voters asking them to vote as well. “The residents were asked to take a challenge from me. My challenge was that I would call every registered voter on the list that has contact information,” she

said, adding that she told them that she was not asking for a donation, but asking them to reach out to five of their friends and make sure they vote. “I said, hopefully, that they would vote for me. I think the difference in the count was significantly similar to the people who I reached out to. I think it was the residents who made this happen.” She noted that there were 1,666 names on the list of voting residents, but not all had working contact numbers. “It was difficult to reach every one of those, but there was a significant number. People were coming up to me at the election place and they were saying, ‘Which one of you is Marge? I have never had anyone call and ask to speak to me about how I can give you input for the job that you’re taking on.’ That made me feel good. People did return the call when I asked them to call back, and I dialogued with several of them for quite a while.” Herzog said that in the election, she defeated an old line of power in Loxahatchee Groves that has See HERZOG, page 4

Wellington Fights Virus With Closings Cancellations, And Online Operations

By Callie Sharkey Town-Crier Staff Report As people hear phrases like “do the five” and “social distancing,” the information and instructions for self-care during the COVID-19 virus emergency can be overwhelming. The Village of Wellington is working hard to bring consistent and relevant information to the community during this stressful time. This has included daily videos with village updates distributed through social media channels and a constantly updated information page at www.wellingtonfl.gov/ coronavirus. “Gov. DeSantis has issued an executive order telling restaurants to limit customer entry to 50 percent of capacity and stagger and limit seating to ensure parties are separated by a distance of at least 6 feet,” Planning, Zoning & Building Director Tim Stillings said in a public service announcement released on Wednesday, March 18. “We encourage restaurants to continue and expand takeout and delivery services, screen all employees and prohibit entry for employees who answer ‘yes’ to a series of health and travel questions. All bars and nightclubs throughout the state will be closed for the next 30 days.” The purpose of social distancing is to “flatten the curve,” or reduce the number of COVID-19 cases to an amount that will not overwhelm local healthcare services. Data from across the globe has shown that large groups lead to widespread cases of infection, as many carriers have no symptoms during much of the time they are contagious. Wellington is aware of the hardships that the pandemic is bringing to local small businesses. “There are options for assistance available

to businesses that are now facing a marked decline in clientele as a result of these social distancing measures,” Stillings said. Businesses are encouraged to visit www.floridadisaster.biz to complete the survey in place to help the state asses the sectors of greatest need during this time. This web site also links to the emergency bridge loan program in place for small businesses in Florida. The recommendation is that no groups of more than 10 people gather in any one location. For this reason, many Wellington events and programs have been canceled or postponed until further notice. Canceled events include the Bacon & Bourbon Festival, A Day for Autism Picnic, the Egg Hunt and Earth Day celebrations. As of March 19, all indoor and outdoor programs through recreation services are canceled. The Wellington Amphitheater, Wellington Aquatics Complex, Scott’s Place Playground, Tiger Shark Cove Park, Village Park and Wellington Park playgrounds are also closed. Senior events and programming are also canceled. Peaceful Waters Sanctuary is closed, but the Wellington Environmental Preserve remains open from dawn to dusk, as is the Wellington Dog Park. The Wellington Tennis Center and neighborhood parks are still open, dawn to dusk, but residents are encouraged to practice social distancing when visiting those areas. The pro shop at the tennis center is closed. Wellington Regional Medical Center also remains proactive, providing a list of tips and facts about the virus. Prevention of the virus remains the most common advice, and WRMC joins the Centers for See WELLINGTON, page 18

BUCK OFF CHALLENGE

ITID Closes Facilities To Public, Cancels Regular Board Meeting By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Wednesday, March 18 meeting of the Indian Trail Improvement District Board of Supervisors was canceled over concerns of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. ITID has also canceled all other meetings involving large groups of people, and closed parks and other facilities. The ITID office was also closed on Wednesday due to the pandemic. “We’re just waiting to hear from the governor if we can have virtual meetings where we can use virtual tools to meet online and have the public attend that way, but we do not have it right now, so until we get that, we’re not going to meet,”

ITID President Betty Argue told the Town-Crier. The district closed its parks last week amid COVID-19 concerns, and the Acreage Athletic League has canceled all games and practice activities until further notice. The district has canceled all events and use of ITID facilities. “We essentially shut down that possibility of spread through the community through events and different things like that,” Argue said. “Our staff has taken special steps in terms of making sure that they’re following CDC guidelines at all times. Staff is being taught the steps that need to be taken to stay safe, and all facilities that are still in use have been sterilized.

“We decided to cancel the board meeting until we have further direction,” Argue said. “We do have other district matters to attend to in order to keep things moving, but they’re not so critical that we need to put anybody at risk of potentially getting sick. We would like to go to a virtual online meeting format, if the governor will approve waiving the statutory requirement of having a quorum physically present at a meeting.” She noted that there are many internet and teleconference meeting platforms available that public meetings are not allowed to utilize, even under unusual conditions. “Unfortunately, right now the statute does not contemplate that See ITID, page 18

The third annual Buck Off Challenge was an awe-inspiring success, raising a record amount of money to benefit Southeast Florida Honor Flight. The mechanical bull-riding Buck Off Challenge was held Friday, March 13 at the Wellington National Golf Club before an appreciative crowd that raised more than $38,000 for the Stuart-based nonprofit. Shown above, Patrick Waldrop takes his turn on the bull. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 5 PHOTO BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Virus Danger Leads RPB Council To Make Tough Calls By Denis Eirikis Town-Crier Staff Report The Royal Palm Beach Village Council faced a tough leadership question at a special emergency meeting held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, March 12 to discuss the village’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The sole item on the agenda was whether or not to postpone a major seafood festival scheduled to begin in less than 48 hours. Workers were already setting up staging for the Royal Palm Beach Seafood Festival at the time of the meeting. The village had been promoting the event, and scores of vendors and perhaps thousands of residents and visitors were scheduled to gather and mingle at Royal

Palm Beach Commons Park. The outside vendor running the event wanted to proceed as planned. Since the council had approved the festival, the only legal way to postpone it was for the council to vote to postpone it. At the time of the meeting, the federal government had not yet issued clear guidelines with bans on public gatherings that became in effect only days later. Mixed signals were still coming from Washington, D.C., regarding the scope of the threat. In his opening remarks, Village Manager Ray Liggins, a professional engineer by training, briefed the council on his alarming findings regarding the spread of the disease in other countries and said

that this type of rapid distribution is projected for the United States. He went on to describe the ways the disease is spread and explained to the council the now familiar desire to “flatten the curve” so large numbers of residents don’t all get sick at the same time and flood local hospitals. Clearly alarmed at the threat to public health, Liggins asked the council to take action. “At this point, the Centers for Disease Control has issued a suggestion that large events, exactly like ours, be postponed,” he said. Mayor Fred Pinto said that he hoped that clear direction would be issued soon by the governor’s office. “Since we scheduled this special

meeting, Gov. Ron DeSantis has issued a press release that I would like to read,” Pinto said. He then quoted the governor as saying, “I am recommending municipalities and private organizations strongly consider limiting or postponing mass gatherings.” Councilman Jeff Hmara asked whether the village had received any guidelines from the Palm Beach County Health Department. Liggins replied in the negative. A discussion then took place regarding which other regional events, by that time, had been canceled or greenlighted to proceed. Absent definitive guidelines, the council was faced with the leadership dilemma whether to postpone the event. On one hand,

workers were already setting up booths and stages, and everyone knew postponement would hurt the various vendors and businesses involved. On the other hand, images from China and Italy, where the pandemic is more advanced, made clear that no one wanted to see this type of human disaster happen at local hospitals. “We have to consider that this event, even if we allow it to go on, it might be a business failure anyway for the vendors,” Vice Mayor Jan Rodusky said. “Will anyone show up?” Councilwoman Selena Samios, who attended the meeting by telephone, felt that members of the public should decide for themSee ROYAL PALM, page 4

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Schools Closed, Parents Scramble To Adapt To A New Normal

Palm Beach County School Superintendent Dr. Donald Fennoy speaks at a press conference on Wednesday.

By Meredith Burow Town-Crier Staff Report School students across Palm Beach County, the State of Florida and the nation had an unexpected week off from school — and due to the COVID-19 coronavirus emergency, students are likely to be home for quite some time. However, while students will be away from school, that doesn’t mean there will be no school. In a press conference Wednesday, March 18, Palm Beach County School District Superintendent Dr. Donald Fennoy announced that schools would be closed until at least April 15. However, Fennoy and the school district’s senior leadership detailed plans to roll out remote instruction via computer, internet

and television by the end of March. Parents can find details of the “District Instructional Continuity Support Plan” on the “Coronavirus Information” page at www. palmbeachschools.org. While students were to have March 23 through March 27 off for Spring Break, this new development has left parents with no other choice than to homeschool their children for weeks, if not months. Along with the many challenges that follow this new reality, families are also struggling to navigate the stormy seas of “social distancing,” self-quarantines and business closures. Acreage resident Laura Cooper — a mother of four children under 10 and co-owner of two small businesses — is accustomed to the

challenges of everyday motherhood. Now, with her two schoolage daughters stuck at home and calls to social distancing on high alert, Cooper has contracted another type of illness: cabin fever. “It wouldn’t be so bad if we weren’t just stuck in the house the whole time,” Cooper said. “It’s going to be really difficult until we get into a groove.” Cooper has always limited her children’s screen time, but said that she has found herself having to rely on the tablet to occupy her toddler so she can continue working and helping her older children complete their studies. “You kind of have to go with the flow and do the best that you can do, because that’s all there is to do,” Cooper said. “I think that

as the weeks go on, it’ll get easier because you’ll form a routine.” Despite these early challenges that many parents are facing, Cheryl Trzasko, the chair and president of Palm Beach County Homeschoolers Inc., said homeschooling may end up working in their favor. “Many who start homeschooling because of a crisis find their kids learn more and enjoy it more,” Trzasko said. “Many stick with homeschooling long-term.” Jenny Heyman, a Wellington resident and homeschool mother of five boys, sympathizes with parents like Cooper, who are doing all they can to adjust to their new role as teachers. “I don’t know if I would have See SCHOOLS, page 7

NEW ‘BUDDY BENCH’ DEDICATED AT ELBRIDGE GALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Elbridge Gale Elementary School was the proud recipient of a new “Buddy Bench” on Friday, March 13 sponsored by real estate company Chris Allen Homes. Loverly Sheridan, director of the Buddy Ambassadors program and author of Be a Buddy, Not a Bully, was on hand for the presentation. Sheridan’s goal is to educate kids on the importance of compassion. The Buddy Bench will be used to promote kindness and inclusivity in the school. The program will be supported by student Buddy Ambassadors.

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Luz Heine fixes a Buddy Ambassador pin to Michaella Apraku-Mensah’s jacket.

Mason Lalla, Olivia Labaut, Michaella Apraku-Mensah and Owen Saint Juste.

Luz Heine and Loverly Sheridan with Elbridge Gale student Buddy Ambassadors.

Luz Heine, Chris Heine and Jeff Hirsch of sponsor Chris Allen Homes.

Loverly Sheridan and Luz Heine demonstrate how to use the Buddy Bench.

Luz Heine and Buddy Ambassadors Director Loverly Sheridan unveil the new Buddy Bench.

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Groves Council Suspends Nonessential Meetings To Fight Virus

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Loxahatchee Groves Town Council approved a resolution Tuesday, March 17 restricting non-essential meetings and authorizing the town manager to declare a local state of emergency to help combat the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. The resolution authorized the town manager to suspend, cancel or reschedule nonessential public meetings; limit public access to town facilities and services; provide for employment matters including but not limited to scheduling and alternative staffing models to serve the town’s needs; canceling outside events and activities; and other items required for the efficient and safe operations of town business. Councilwoman Laura Danowski asked Town Manager Jamie Titcomb what was on his list of cancellations and how he would go about rescheduling them when it was possible. Titcomb said he would follow mandates that come down from national, state and county authorities, which are changing daily. “However, the projected impact in the near future would be to cancel advisory committee meetings,

to cancel any public events that we’re partnering with or working with any other agency or entity in the town, including public gatherings on campus or off campus,” he said. “It would be in my current mindset that at the next regularly scheduled meeting, which would be the council meeting on April 7, to revisit town operations and town meetings… in view of where the state, national and county directives are at that time.” Titcomb said he participated in several conference calls with city managers and emergency management agencies over the past several days. “We’re obviously monitoring both the governor’s emergency declarations as well as the president’s, and they are changing as conditions in the region change, so we just want to be queued up and ready to react to the safety and well-being of the citizens and the staff of the town,” he said. Mayor Robert Shorr asked how a declared state of emergency would end. “Do we look at it in April and say, ‘OK, this is still applicable,’ and extend it for another month at that point?” he asked. Titcomb said it would be his intention to bring back an updated

review of the status of the emergency at the April 7 meeting. “If conditions in general have improved, and we feel there is less or no longer a threat, we could act accordingly,” he said. “If, conversely, other entities of governmental directives have come down making it more severe, we would introduce those issues to you as well.” The main thing to address, he said, was the congregating of people, which is highly ill-advised, and daily operations of the town as far as people coming in and out of the office. “We would likely consider business by appointment, business by either teleconference or phone, or prearranged considerations, so as to not expose anybody,” he said. “As you probably know, the school district is locked down for two weeks plus. There are state and federal policies in place to address employment and leave and all those kinds of things that are going to be backfilled by those levels of government, but we’re going to need some flexibility on the front end.” Shorr asked logistically if the council would need to pass a resolution that would cancel the emergency resolution. Town At-

torney Brian Shutt said that would be his thought. “At the point in time when this is no longer needed, then we would come forward with a resolution essentially rescinding this resolution, and everything would go back to status quo,” Shutt said. Titcomb assured council members that he would keep them apprised of conditions and return the town to normal operating procedures as soon as possible. “This is basically just giving me the authority to logistically… do what’s necessary to comply with the county, state and national emergency declarations,” Titcomb said. Danowski asked Titcomb if he would post a letter on the town web site explaining the procedures being put in place, and he said he would do that, adding that there are already COVID-19 posts and related links on the web site. “There will be an impact to the public,” he said. “The most obvious may be services by appointment or services through web meetings or teleconference meetings where we don’t want large groups of people together at once.” He added that he had no intention of shutting down the town’s

offices, but they are focusing on isolating people. “Fortunately, in this building, we have separate offices,” he said. “We have some flexible scheduling where we can have people come and go and do things that will allow us to get the town work done, including telecommuting and things like that, because many of our systems are cloud based or remotely accessible.” This means that employees might be able to work from home if it becomes necessary. Shorr asked about provisions for cleaning town hall. “You are in a position where the front desk is isolated, so they can stay back if somebody comes in,” he said. Titcomb said town staff came in on Friday to clean extensively and organize to minimize document and materials sharing. Shorr said his concern was with custodial staff that comes in and cleans. “We have a company that we pay to come in and clean, right?” he asked. Titcomb said they come in once a week, and Town Clerk Lakisha Burch said staff wipes down counters and restrooms with disinfectant on a regular basis. “We asked the cleaning crews to

come twice before this happened because of other cleaning issues and we haven’t gotten a response, so we may be looking to get a new cleaning service,” Burch said. Titcomb said there was no hysteria involved in the proposed resolution, but it was a way to deal with the COVID-19 issue effectively. “Under our charter, it takes three days just to call a special meeting, so if there was some sort of directive or emergency that occurred in a time frame more quickly than that, we want to be able to react to that,” he said, adding that if conditions deteriorate, it may be necessary to hold the April 7 meeting without an audience and stream it online. “We might have you show up and spread you out a little bit to take the actions necessary, but it may be televised with no live audience,” he said. “We’re trying to keep the practical options open, because much of what we’re dealing with is being mandated from emergency management, the health department, and the state and federal mandates that are coming forward.” Councilwoman Phillis Maniglia made a motion to approve the resolution, which carried 5-0.

Wellington Zoners Approve Village’s 10-Year Water Supply Plan

By Callie Sharkey Town-Crier Staff Report There was only one item on the agenda of Wellington’s Planning, Zoning & Adjustment Board on Wednesday, March 11 — the review and approval of the village’s Water Supply Facilities 10-Year Work Plan. In preparation for the future, Wellington’s Utilities Department submitted its 10-year work plan to the board, which gave its unanimous support. The meeting began with an introduction of new Planning, Zoning & Building Director Tim Stillings, who took the position after Bob Basehart was promoted to a new position as director of sustainability and regulatory affairs. “I’m happy to be here and look forward to working with all of you going forward,” said Stillings,

who has worked for the village in the past. Planner Branden Miller gave a succinct presentation to the board on the ordinance, after which Utilities Director Shannon LaRocque was present to address any questions. Overall, the work plan includes the projected needs for Wellington’s water usage through the year 2040, addressed the expected need for all public services and facilities, and explores alternative water supply projects, water conservation and reuse programs. “When I got here, one of our main focuses was to secure our water supply through our buildout projection, and that took us three years,” LaRocque explained. “We couldn’t do the 10-year water supply plan until we knew we had our water resources secured. For-

tunately, we were able to secure sufficient aquifer water through the district. We have secured freshwater through the build-out. That’s a great win for the village.” LaRocque continued to explain that the original plan involved securing water from the Floridan Aquifer, which is salty and far more expensive to prepare for use. She went on to describe how utilities tend to plan out 10 to 20 years because the infrastructure projects are expensive. The plan includes bringing in residents currently on septic and well water into the system, but that is not necessarily a mandatory requirement. The board asked for clarification of the process of bringing an area, such as Paddock Park, into the public water use system. “Let’s say you had 200 residents

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Signs, such as this one at Our Lady Queen of Peace Cemetery, remind visitors to prioritize fighting the COVID-19 virus.

continued from page 1 maintained control in the past. “The old guard, as they are called,” she said. However, she was happy to have had a clean campaign. At the start, she told DeMarois that she intended to run a clean campaign and hoped that he would, too. “I didn’t send out anything derogatory, and I don’t think he did,” she said. Herzog had a meeting scheduled with Town Manager Jamie Titcomb on Thursday to go over pre-installation requirements, including the Sunshine Law and other topics new council members must be familiar with. “We’ll keep our five-foot

in a neighborhood. If 50 percent plus one agrees to buy in, then you would take it to the Wellington Village Council. Ultimately, it would be the council’s decision to move forward,” LaRocque said. “Then we would initiate a study to determine what the costs are… and then we would present that to the residents.” LaRocque said these projects are usually community driven, and her staff is available to visit an area and discuss the benefits of connecting to the municipal water system. One significant plus is fire protection, which in turn typically reduces the cost of insurance. Another point is to improve the health and safety of a community’s water source. Neither water or sewer connection are mandated, nor are they expected to be in the future. The

only requirement is that once a water main fronts a property, the Florida Department of Health requires that property connects. For septic to sewer conversion, both resident and council support are needed. LaRocque made it clear that existing customers do not pay for the switch, but instead individual assessments are made. The work plan complies with all current Florida statutes and was put together over an 18-month period following the South Florida Water Management District’s approval of the regional water supply plan. Board Member Maureen Martinez had questions regarding the projections for water usage in the future, specifically in regard to residents currently using private wells. LaRocque noted that in addition to Wellington, the increase

in demand comes from new nearby developments. She added that residents using private wells are not motivated to curb their water usage but are still pulling from the same aquifer as village water. “Wellington has always gotten water from the surficial aquifer. The concern was would there be enough for us to meet build out demands,” she said. “Through engineering, science and modeling, we were able to demonstrate to the water management district that there is enough water in Wellington for us to supply.” Projects to control water consumption in Wellington include the existing water reuse system and behavioral changes in residents due to drought education. There were no public comments before or during the meeting regarding the work plan.

distance,” she said, referring to COVID-19 coronavirus advisories. “We did a Facetime talk today.” Council service is not new to Herzog, but it has been more than a decade since her last stint on the board. Her presence on the council will mean a slight change in the balance of power, although three sitting members — Mayor Robert Shorr and councilwomen Laura Danowski and Lisa El-Ramey — who were elected simultaneously last year, seem to speak for the council on most matters. “There is some sympathy in the topics and where the topics will be voted on, and I think there is an allegiance of some sort,” Herzog said. She would like the council to address some topics she feels have been discussed but never acted on; or voted on but never executed. “I’d like to find out from Jamie

what are some of the things that were voted on in the past and are still sitting on the shelf waiting to be processed,” Herzog said. “Some of the things required money and some just required action. Some of the stuff, like the Okeechobee Blvd. crosswalk, I know it’s supposed to happen soon. I’d like to see these overlays [for Okeechobee Blvd.] get moved as quick as possible. I think that has been dragging on. I’ve heard of that for years now and no action has been taken. We’ve got to do something to protect ourselves.” Herzog said she was initially concerned what impact the absentee, provisional ballots and early voting would have in a town where a few votes could make a big difference, but her margin of victory was large enough that it was not significant. “The lead was long enough that it really wasn’t going to have

an impact,” she said. “I am just looking forward to working with Jamie because he’s a dynamic manager, and I know his heart is in doing what is needed and best for Loxahatchee Groves, and that is what’s most important to me.” Herzog noted that said she knew Titcomb from when he was executive director of the Palm Beach County League of Cities and she was a councilwoman sitting on the first council when the town incorporated. “He encouraged me to be on the league of cities board for small towns, and I enjoyed serving on that,” she said. Herzog was also part of the town’s incorporation committee, where Titcomb was helpful in maneuvering through the complicated process in Tallahassee for the town to incorporate.

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continued from page 1 selves. “I think whether the public attends the seafood festival or not ought to be up to the individual,” she said. The meeting ended with a vote of 4-1 to postpone the festival, with Samios dissenting. Within days after that decision, new state and federal guidelines were issued, which prohibit mass gatherings like the seafood festival because of their threat to public health. Royal Palm Beach’s response to COVID-19 remains proactive and fluid. The village has posted a special “Coronavirus Update” page at www.royalpalmbeach.com. The page contains handy links to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention web site and Palm Beach County’s page about “What you need to know about COVID-19.”

At press time, village positions posted on the web site are as follows: • All organized indoor activities at village facilities are canceled. • All upcoming 5K events are canceled. • The Royal Palm Beach Green Market has been suspended. • Pavilion rentals and outdoor activities will continue for now. • Village essential services and functions will continue without interruption at their normal scheduled time. The village is encouraging residents, permit-seekers and others to use the village web site and telephone instead of visiting village hall. The “Coronavirus Update” page has handy links how to do this. “The decisions we make each day is our attempt to minimize a rapid escalation of the outbreak through the community,” Liggins told the Town-Crier. “We are continuing to monitor the CDC and will modify our requirements as the situation unfolds.”

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Buck Off Challenge Event Benefits Southeast Florida Honor Flight The third annual Buck Off Challenge was an awe-inspiring success, raising a record amount of money to benefit Southeast Florida Honor Flight. The mechanical bull-riding Buck Off Challenge was held Friday, March 13 at the Wellington National Golf Club before an appreciative crowd that raised more than $38,000 for the Stuart-based nonprofit. Each flight costs more than $100,000 to bring 80 veter-

Harry Rawlings won the raffle.

Lena Butzer takes her ride on the bull.

ans to Washington, D.C., free of charge. Southeast Florida Honor Flight normally transports World War II, Korean War and Vietnam War veterans to Washington, D.C., to visit the memorials built to honor their service and sacrifices four times per year. The next two trips that were scheduled for April and May 2020 have been delayed until the fall because of the COVID-19 health crisis.

Judges Spero Georgedakis, Ryan Beckett, Carmin Yannotta and Ladel Betts.

The Bucking Confused team of Jonathan Williams, Chris Ewanouski, Savannah Embly and Jessica Fan took second place.

Katie Willner rides the bull backward.

The Real Bucking Deal won its third consecutive championship with a total of 397 out of a possible 400 points. Thirteen-year-old Trent Ferrier earned a perfect 100 score to lead the Real Bucking Deal and was helped by superb performances from 8-year-old Avery Mills, her father Donnie, and his father, Andrey. Team Professional Bank dressed as fighter pilots to form the Danger Zone and earned the

Participants under age 15 received medals.

Most Entertaining Team prize. Celebrity judges were former NFL running back Ladell Betts, entrepreneur Spero Georgedakis of Good Greek Moving & Storage and prominent real estate brokerage owner Ryan Beckett. But the biggest celebrity and crowd favorite among the judges was 95-year-old World War II veteran and American hero Carmin Yannotta of West Palm Beach, who survived D-Day and the Battle of

the Bulge. The audience cheered extra loud encouragement for the youngsters under 6 years old, who participated and added another layer of cuteness to the cause. The main sponsors were philanthropists Sanjiv Sharma and Nadine Allen, Southeast Florida Honor Flight Chair Janet Hoose of Fuel Facility Management, Professional Bank and Carolex Stables. Other major sponsors included Carl Schachter with

Southeast Florida Honor Flight board members Phil Galdys, Janet Hoose, Kathy Sreenan, Denise Rousseau, Eric Stein, Robyn Frohling and Charlene Owens.

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The Real Bucking Deal Team of Andry Ferrier, Trent Ferreir, Donnie Mills and Avery Mills took first place.

The Savage Team of Patrick Waldrop, Jessica Fan, Lena Butzer and Matthew Waldrop.

The Stable Geniuses team of Malik Hogan, Robert Reyers, Mark Murphy and Lynnsay Sexton.

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By Meredith Burow Town-Crier Staff Report There are two new real estate agents serving the Wellington area this month now that Randy and Leslie Pfeiffer of Pfeiffer Financial Services Inc. have decided to transfer their decades of financial wisdom to the business of home discovery. Along with their previous work and knowledge in financial services, investments, retirement and estate planning, the Pfeiffers believe their commitment to listen to their clients and seek their specific wants and needs promises favorable results. “Listening enables us to find what they’re looking for,” said Randy Pfeiffer, a longtime member of the Wellington Rotary Club. “It

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continued from page 3 ever thought I could homeschool if I had to start with all five at once,” Heyman said. “I got to get my feet wet in kindergarten, where there’s no pressure. So, I do really feel for people who all of a sudden have all this responsibility.” As Heyman has been a fulltime, homeschool mom since her now 16-year-old was able to enroll, she offered some personal tips for those parents who have been, in her words, “thrown into the deep end.” “I think that one thing that par-

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may not be on the market today, but it might be tomorrow or the next day. We’re going to keep looking.” As residents of Palm Beach County for more than 25 years, the Pfeiffers believe their knowledge of the community will be advantageous to their clients. “We know the characteristics of the neighborhoods and what’s important to people — the schools, the community involvement, the business opportunities available, the social opportunities,” said Leslie Pfeiffer, who is also an accomplished artist and member of the Wellington Art Society. “And then the great Florida lifestyle. We live in paradise.” Their previous tagline was, “Your future is our business,” conveying a mindset of care for

the well-being of their clients. With their new tagline of “Home is where memories are made,” the Pfeiffers hope to add to that ideal a message of sensitivity to their clients’ desire for a home that’s fine-tailored to them. “Using our knowledge and experience, we help people achieve their goals, giving them excellent service, our knowledge and solutions,” Leslie said. “We like to work with people every step of the way and encourage people to understand that home is where memories are made.” The Pfeiffers will be working with Coldwell Banker Realty. If you would like to contact them to discuss your real estate needs, call (561) 632-3677 or visit www. lesliepfeiffer.cbintouch.com.

ents probably are feeling like they need to do is to take up the whole amount of hours that their kids would have been in school,” Heyman said. “I would say to realize how much more you’re probably accomplishing in a couple of hours than they would be doing in a day.” Because of the smaller “classroom” size, children whose parents are available to work with them can take advantage of the one-onone attention they may be lacking in traditional schooling. “When we’re talking about elementary kids, how long is it going to take? The recommendation is that you read for at least 20 minutes a day,” Heyman explained. “So then, let’s say you do math for 30 minutes, you do writing for 20 or 30 minutes. You’ve got your major bases covered there,

and you’ve barely even hit an hour and a half.” Heyman also encouraged parents to not be afraid to think outside the box, as there are multiple educational resources out there, such as healthy, engaging and informative YouTube channels. “It doesn’t all have to be the kind of traditional things and ways that they would have learned in school,” Heyman explained, “but it doesn’t mean they’re not learning.” Heyman also suggested joining some of the homeschool groups on Facebook to find resources and help from those who have done it before. “I think that the people who are in those groups right now are the kinds of people who are more than happy to point people in the

Randy and Leslie Pfeiffer have begun new careers in real estate.

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right direction and help people get started,” Heyman said. In the past, the Heymans also engaged in a week of non-traditional schooling in which the children learned some everyday life skills that they wouldn’t typically learn in school. “One year, when we were just kind of getting burnt out of school, we took a week and we called it ‘elective week’ or something,” Heyman said. “They each got to pick two things that they wanted to do, and one of them did pick cooking. So, he learned how to make scrambled eggs and chicken breast during the week.” Kim Gentry, a Loxahatchee resident and mother of four, raised her children in homeschool and shared similar advice. “Research a topic your child

is interested in learning,” Gentry said. “Work on a project. Cook or bake. Have fun working on some life skills.” Gentry also encouraged parents to use this time to enjoy their children. “Be the parent first before the teacher,” Gentry said. “Spend time together, read together, listen to music together.” But whatever form of education you choose for your children, Heyman encouraged parents to find a routine that’s tailor-made for them. “That’s my biggest advice. Keep trying things until you find something that really fits your personality and your temperament,” Heyman said. “Because there’s so many different ways you can make it work.”

The school district’s Wednesday press conference detailed a variety of ways that schooling will continue in Palm Beach County, allowing teachers and principals leeway to determine which way works best for them. Parents and students should expect to begin getting lessons and work assignments from their regular teachers the week of March 30 — on a computer screen or television right in your own home. “We are all in this together, and we will all get through this together,” Fennoy said. “It’s not life’s challenges that define us; it’s how we overcome those challenges.” To follow updates on educational changes during this time, visit www.palmbeachschools.org/ coronavirus.

STUDENTS AT BINKS FOREST SHINE IN PERFORMANCES OF ‘ALADDIN KIDS’

On Thursday, March 12, students from Binks Forest Elementary School performed the musical Disney’s Aladdin Kids featuring children in grades three through five. The students worked hard on the show and did a fabulous job after working for seven months leading up to the performance. Aladdin was made possible due to the leadership of teachers Kathy Zangen and Claudine Ashley, along with many parent volunteers. PHOTOS BY ERIN DAVISSON/TOWN-CRIER

Teachers Claudine Ashley and Kathy Zangen led the student performers.

The cast of Aladdin gathers for a group photo.

Aladdin meets the Genie in the Cave of Wonders.

Jafar and Iago plot to take power.

The cast worked months to perfect the show.

Parents and friends enjoy the show.

NEWS BRIEFS 211 HelpLine Can Assist Callers With COVID-19 Info

211 HelpLine staff members have been fielding numerous calls from people looking for information and resources regarding the COVID-19 Coronavirus. 211 has been monitoring information from the Center for Disease Control (CDC), the Florida Department of Health and local officials. Because so much differing information is being disseminated across all media platforms, it is understandable that people can become confused and overwhelmed. “We want our community to know that we are here for them during this challenging time, to provide information as well as comfort and support,” said Sharon L’Herrou, president/CEO of 211 Palm Beach/Treasure Coast. “We are here even if a person is feeling anxious and overwhelmed and just wants to talk.” 211 is also a resource that partnering agencies can refer to as the virus becomes more impactful. If someone is experiencing symptoms, medical profession-

als have also recommended using telehealth (also known as telemedicine) if an individual or family’s insurance carrier provides this option. The online doctor can make the determination if an emergency room visit is necessary or if isolation is recommended. Some medical facilities may be offering free telehealth during this time. People experiencing symptoms can also call the Florida Health Department at (866) 779-6121 to be triaged. Because of limited availability of tests, people who think they may have been exposed can self-quarantine and follow recommended precautions. In general, pay particular attention to the elderly and those individuals who may have weakened immune systems. Try to limit exposure to others or to the general public. Stock supplies as you would for hurricane preparation to minimize trips out into the community, which may help keep loved ones safe. Most health experts agree that simple hygiene tips like sneezing into a tissue or an elbow, as well as thoroughly washing hands and not your touching eyes, nose or face, can go a long way in keeping individuals, families and the community safe.

Dial 2-1-1 or text your zip code to TXT211 (898211) for more information. Calls to 211 are free, confidential and available 24/7. If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or thoughts of suicide, dial 2-1-1. If requested, a mobile crisis response team can be dispatched.

Women’s Group Cancels April 5 Fashion Show

The board of directors of the Women of the Western Communities has decided to cancel its annual fashion show, auction and brunch scheduled for Sunday, April 5 due to the ongoing COVID-19 health situation. The group hopes to keep its scheduled May 7 meeting, but will make a final decision on that at a later date. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/ womenofthewesterncommunities.

Library System Offering Free Temporary E-Cards

The Palm Beach County Library

System is offering free temporary e-cards for those who do not have a library card and are unable or reluctant to visit a branch to help limit the spread of the COVID-19 virus. Members are encouraged to use the available virtual services. Visit www.pbclibrary.org/coronavirus-virtual-library to sign up for the e-card and get access to the following: • E-books (cloudLibrary, cloudLibrary Express, Hoopla, OverDrive): A large collection of fiction and nonfiction for all interests. • Audiobooks (cloudLibrary, cloudLibrary Express, Hoopla): Enjoy listening to a book on your computer or mobile device. • Magazines (Flipster): 66 titles of full-page, full-color magazines to view on your computer or mobile device. • Music (Hoopla and Freegal): Stream or download music from your favorite artists. • E-movies and e-TV Shows (Hoopla): Download or stream movies and TV shows to view on your computer or mobile device. Library officials also encourage residents to use the following online research resources: • Career Transitions for career guidance. • Learning Express for online

learning and skills test. • Tutor.com for homework help and career assistance. • Value Line & Morning Star to track investments. • Consumer Reports for product information. • MedLine Plus for information about medical conditions, diseases and wellness. • Legal Forms to create a will and other legal documents. • Tech Talk for tips and tricks in technology and communication. Learn more at www.pbclibrary. org.

Children’s Mental Health Bill Passes Legislature

Florida’s students now have access to additional resources and services to support their mental health needs. With the passage of HB 945: Children’s Mental Health, sponsored by State Rep. David Silvers (D-District 87), Florida’s schools will be better equipped to support students facing mental health issues. Silvers filed the bill with input from the Department of Children

& Families and the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Public Safety Commission. The bill focuses on three areas: mobile response teams, the coordination of children’s system of care and crisis stabilization services. The bill was sponsored by State Sen. Bobby Powell (DDistrict 30) in the Florida Senate. “We have a responsibility to ensure our schools, teachers, administrators and others have access to the support and services needed for children and youth in our schools struggling with mental and behavioral health challenges,” Silvers said. “The goal of this bill is to protect children from additional trauma like the use of the Baker Act while also providing a safe, caring environment for children as well as their classmates and teachers.” The bill allows for school districts to utilize mobile response units and crisis stabilization services as a first line of assistance to children needing mental health care. Additionally, the bill will further ensure that parents and guardians will have access to mobile crisis providers and will create a model protocol for school districts to utilize. The bill now heads to Gov. Ron DeSantis to be signed into law.

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WELLINGTON COLLEGIATE ACADEMY HOSTS BRAIN AWARENESS WEEK EVENT

The Wellington Collegiate Academy held a Brain Fair to celebrate Brain Awareness Week on Friday, March 13 in the center court of the original Wellington Mall. Students were honored for their brain posters and brain-related art. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Students gather with Dr. Gabby Mancini.

Gianna Prieske, Cheyenne Brown, Chanel Hainline, Joshua Lawson, Quinn Weisenbacher and James Hamilton with their brain artwork.

Dr. Gabby Mancini with art honorees Anna Weisenbacher, Gianna Prieske and Cheyenne Brown.

Eighth grader Brianne Hoth.

Seventh grader Jacob Zymet.

Jennifer Weese feels inside a box to try to identify what the brain feels like.

Kayly Sotomayor looks over a puzzle of the brain.

Seventh grader Anastasiya Kappes.

Seventh grader Anna Weisebacher.

Seventh grader Gianna Prieske.

Seventh grader Joshua Lawson.

Sixth grader Matthew LaValley.

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Summer camp at Berean Christian School is not only packed with fun but will encourage individual confidence, teamwork and fitness. Campers will enjoy different educational activities, field trips, sports and so much more. Berean offers a full day schedule from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for grades K5 through 8, and extended care is available. Register before May 1 to receive an early bird discount. For more information, contact Michelle Metzler at bcscamp@bereanwpb.org or call (561) 798-9300.

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Eighth grader Quinn Weisenbacher.

The Armory Art Center will offer its Summer Art Experience this summer. Junior artists in grades 1 through 5 will have fun making art with the Armory’s creative weekly themes. Teens in grades 6 through 12 can choose from inspiring media choices, including drawing, painting, photography, animation, ceramics, jewelry, graffiti and more. All instructors have cleared the Palm Beach County background check. The Armory Art Center provides a safe and enriching environment for your young artist. The program runs June 1 through Aug. 7, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Armory Art Center is located at 811 Park Place in West Palm Beach. For more info., call (561) 832-1776 or visit www.armoryart.org/youthartcamps.

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Dr. Gabby Mancini with honorable mentions Brianne Hoth, Matthew LaValley and Anastasiya Kappes.

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STUDENTS AT H.L. JOHNSON THANK TROOPS AND VETERANS

Students from the Green Club and the Safety Patrol at H.L. Johnson Elementary School recently celebrated Valentine’s Day by recycling occasion cards and fashioning them into hearts. They wrote heartfelt letters and Valentine’s wishes to troops in Afghanistan. Some veterans received these precious cards on Valentine’s Day when they visited the office at H.L. Johnson. There were also cards given out to local veterans at a nursing home.

Examples of the recycled cards formed into hearts. Students from the Green Club and the Safety Patrol with their creations.

Oxbridge Academy Moves To Online Learning Amid COVID-19 Concerns

DR. SEUSS WEEK AT GOLDEN GROVE

In cooperation with community efforts to curb the spread of COVID-19, the Oxbridge Academy announced that it will close the school, effective Sunday, March 15, and will reopen no earlier than April 6. Students, however, continued their classes online beginning Monday, March 16. There are no reported cases of COVID-19 at Oxbridge Academy, nor with anyone associated with the school’s community. “We have been closely tracking

Golden Grove Elementar y School recently participated in its second annual Dr. Seuss Week Celebration. Each day, the classes focused on a different Dr. Seuss book. Dressing up was encouraged and enjoyed. The week started with crazy hats and ended as dressing as what you want to be when you grow up. As Dr. Seuss said, “The more that you read, the more things you’ll know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.”

COVID-19 since January and have been preparing to take alternative measures for remote learning to protect our students, faculty, staff and the greater community,” Oxbridge Head of School Ralph Maurer said. “We feel strongly that this is the right action to implement in order to help prevent and mitigate the impact of COVID-19.” Oxbridge faculty have been trained to deliver online classes and will be delivering interactive lessons in a live virtual classroom

environment five days a week. Spring break is still scheduled for March 23 to March 30. Online classes will resume on March 31. The Oxbridge Academy is a private college preparatory high school, serving grades 9 through 12. Oxbridge’s mission is to provide a challenging, dynamic education. The school is located at 3151 N. Military Trail in West Palm Beach. For more information, visit www.oapb.org or call (561) 972-9600.

Florida Virtual School Offers Teacher Training For Online Learning At the direction of Gov. Ron DeSantis, Florida Virtual School (FLVS) has partnered with the Florida Department of Education to offer all school districts student support and teacher professional development tailored to the online learning environment. Florida is in a constant state of preparation to respond to COVID-19. As a precautionary measure, FLVS is offering virtual teacher training to accommodate Florida school districts that wish to train their teachers in the FLVS online platform in the event teachers need to temporarily move to an online environment. The training course, Virtual Teacher Training for COVID-19, will be offered online, with FLVS live support.

The Florida Department of Education has an immediate goal of training an additional 10,000 teachers statewide. Superintendents who are interested in offering their teachers the Virtual Teacher Training for COVID-19 should work with their county virtual principals to provide a list of teachers to FLVS through www.flvs.net/FLVSTeacherTraining. The Florida Department of Education is also offering $200 stipends to teachers, strategically identified in partnership with Florida’s school district superintendents, when those teachers complete the training. Superintendents will determine which teachers will be eligible for the

training, and this training may also qualify for teacher professional development. The six-hour course is designed to be self-guided, with the opportunity to attend live online lessons to learn the training material, ask questions and collaborate with others. The robust course features four modules that cover key components of teaching in an online environment using FLVS curriculum and platforms. Topic areas include FLVS best practices for teaching online, FLVS technology systems and FLVS procedures. FLVS trainers, who will be available throughout the course to answer questions, will conduct a skill assessment at the end of the course.

Teachers who complete the training successfully can apply the new skills to teach at their district’s county virtual schools that are an existing FLVS franchise. FLVS franchise schools use FLVS digital curriculum, learning management system and student information system. “As a precautionary measure, we will be fully prepared to help students stay on track with their education. FLVS is prepared to partner with Florida school districts to train thousands of Florida teachers with our online training course in order to quickly support all the school districts with additional resources,” said Dr. Louis Algaze, president and CEO of FLVS.

summer. Each two-week session has a theme, such as Indian Days, Circus Days and Medieval Days. Casperey Stables has a weekly swim party and ends each session with a horse show and family barbecue. To learn more about the camp, located at 2330 D Road in Loxahatchee Groves, call (561) 792-4990 or visit www.caspereystables.com.

Florida Commissioner of Education Richard Corcoran said that it is critical for everyone to work together to ensure that students have the least disruption to their education. “A critical component of preparation is to ensure Florida teachers and school leaders are supported and given opportunities to continue providing a high-quality education, should the need arise,” Corcoran said. “I want to thank Dr. Algaze and his team for stepping up to the plate and proactively offering statewide support to our teachers and school district leadership.” In addition to teacher training, FLVS is increasing its server capacity, within its existing re-

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Gift your children with a lifetime of fun, adventure and exploration this summer at the FAU Pine Jog Environmental Education Center’s Summer Day Camp. Campers will experience a balance of environmental education, arts, culture, sports and outdoor fun. Camp runs Monday through Friday, June 1 through July 31, from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., for campers ages 5 to 12 years. For more information, contact Director Wendy Diazgranados at (561) 656-5430 or wdiazgra@fau.edu, or visit www.pinejog.fau.edu. Know an aspiring scientist? The Loggerhead Marinelife Center’s Junior Marine Biologist Summer Camps give children ages 6 to 17 a hands-on opportunity to explore Florida’s coastal ecosystems, partake in science activities and learn about fun ways to protect the oceans. Sessions include Ocean Adventures, Conservation Kids, Sea Turtle Savers and Field Experiences (ages 14 to 17) with activities like snorkeling, kayaking and more. Camps run Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Late pickup is available for an additional fee. Visit www.marinelife.org/camp for more information.

sources, to accommodate up to 400,000 new full-time students by the end of April, including quickly adding capacity for FLVS to serve 120,000 new full-time students by the end of March. This added capacity will serve students through either existing county virtual school partnerships established through FLVS franchises or directly through FLVS. Florida Virtual School is a fully accredited, statewide public school district offering more than 190 courses to students in Kindergarten through grade 12. Its certified teachers use a variety of personalized instructional programs to create individualized educational plans for every student. To learn more, visit www.flvs.net.

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WELLINGTON SENIORS CLUB ENJOYS LUNCH AND A HORSE SHOW AT PBIEC

Wellington Seniors Club members gathered for lunch on Wednesday, March 11 at Palm Beach International Equestrian Center. After a delicious buffet lunch, seniors enjoyed watching the horse and riders jump. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Hariett Offerman, Selma Waters, Hala Bunce, Chris Wodka, Lucille Rockley and Susan Odell.

Sal Torrisi, Mary Rowe, Jenifer Brito, Hilde Wanklyn and Frank Anderson.

Marie Coleman addresses members.

Mary and Roger Hansen with Robert and Janice Downs.

James Bastian, Ed and Helen Fasnacht, Jane Bastian and Fran Suess.

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CJR Fine Arts held a fundraiser for Brooke USA on Thursday, March 12 at the store in Royal Palm Beach. Brooke USA alleviates the suffering of working equines and people who depend on them in places such as Central America, the Caribbean, Africa, Asia and Middle East. Brooke USA also participates in disaster relief here in the United States. Several artists were on hand to discuss their artwork and donated a portion of their sales to Brooke USA. Learn more at www.brookeusa.org. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

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Mall At Wellington Green Will Remain Open With Reduced Hours

(Above) Carson Kressley, Erin Stein, Lilly Leas Ferreira and Kelley Dunn. (Right) Dress for Success Palm Beaches Executive Director Mary Hart, Volunteer of the Year Henny Santo and DFSPB Founder Diane Wilde.

Dress For Success Palm Beaches Honors Lilly Pulitzer With ‘Style Icon’ Award

The legacy of Lilly Pulitzer was honored with the “Style Icon” award presented by Dress for Success Palm Beaches at the nonprofit’s seventh annual Style for Hope fundraising luncheon held March 6 at the Kravis Center. Lilly Leas Ferreira, Pulitzer’s namesake granddaughter, accepted the award. She recalled anecdotes and reminiscences of her grandmother during an onstage interview that also included Erin Stein, senior print designer with the Lilly Pulitzer company, plus TV celebrity and fashion guru Carson Kressley, who added insights about the impact of Pulitzer on fashion, culture and history. WPTV Channel 5 news anchor Kelley Dunn emceed the program and moderated the conversation in front of more than 600 guests. It’s estimated that the event raised more than $100,000, significantly surpassing previous years. “In choosing to present the Style Icon award posthumously to Lilly

Pulitzer, it’s not just because of all she accomplished in her business life, it’s also recognizing the joy and uplifting confidence her fashions bring to those wearing her label. She was empowered, and she paid it forward, empowering so many others,” Dunn said. A celebration of DFSPB’s 10th anniversary was another highlight of the event, and Diane Wilde, who founded the local chapter and is the former executive director, joined the current executive director, Mary Hart, in honoring longtime volunteer Henny Santo. A standing ovation was given to client speaker Olive Ford. The 30-year-old had completed one of DFSPB’s job readiness programs, and she shared the emotionally charged story of how she has emerged from a cycle of abuse at the hands of her parents throughout childhood, and subsequently in her relationships with men. She revealed that her breaking point was learning that her young son

had been abused by one of her boyfriends. Ford credits her caseworkers at Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse (AVDA) and therapists at HomeSafe with helping her overcome the trauma, and the agencies ultimately referred her to Dress for Success, which further helped restore her self-esteem and selfworth. Soon after, she snagged an entry level position at Amazon, where she remained for 18 months, but at the luncheon, she proudly announced that she was starting a new position at NYU-Langone Health’s call center in Boynton Beach, where she had been offered an even better compensation package. “I was broken,” Ford said. “But I’ve found the kind of caring and nurturing I needed to be revived… to survive… and to thrive. My story continues to unfold, but I’m more confident and self-aware than ever before. Dress for Success is my hero.”

For her appearance, Ford was treated to a session with Kressley, who personally styled her wardrobe for the occasion, making selections from the donated headto-toe apparel at the Dress for Success boutique in Palm Springs. “I have always known that clothes are a powerful tool,” Kressley said. “The right ones can instantly give you the confidence to rule the world. I loved being able to help Olive find that confidence. That is literally dressing for success.” Dress for Success is an international not-for-profit organization that empowers women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire and the development tools. The local affiliate opened its doors in April 2010 and has assisted nearly 6,000 women through job readiness courses and its defining wardrobing program. Learn more at https://palmbeaches. dressforsuccess.org.

Barrett-Jackson Postpones 2020 Palm Beach Auction

Following the recommendation of county and state officials in Florida, executives with Barrett-Jackson have announced that the company will postpone its 18th annual Palm Beach Auction, scheduled for April 16-18 at the South Florida Fairgrounds. The decision was made due to the uncertainty of the current public health crisis and to safeguard auction customers, sponsors and guests from the potential spread of COVID-19. “While every indication shows that our bidders, consignors and sponsors were behind our efforts to hold our auction, we’ve decided

to follow the advice of the Florida governor and exercise an abundance of caution at this time,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “Our decision to postpone the auction was made to protect the public’s safety and health.” Barrett-Jackson’s No Reserve Palm Beach Auction is in its 18th year and hosts more than 60,000 guests annually. Last year, the company celebrated its largest three-day Palm Beach Auction with a record number of collector vehicles, nearly 1,500 bidders and total auction sales exceeding $31.2 million. This year’s auction was

on track to continue that success. The Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach Auction is expected to be rescheduled for Oct. 15-17. Current ticket holders can have their tickets transferred to the new event dates. Full refunds will be also available. Details for transfers and refunds will be communicated directly to ticket holders. “This is truly an unprecedented challenge in our country’s history, and one we take very seriously,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “That’s why in the coming weeks, we’ll continue to work closely with local governments and health officials as we

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plan for future auctions.” Barrett-Jackson’s remaining 2020 auctions, including the Northeast Auction at Mohegan Sun in Connecticut from June 24-27 and the Las Vegas Auction at the Mandalay Bay Casino & Resort from Sept. 10-12 are currently set to be held as scheduled. Established in 1971, Barrett-Jackson is the leader in collector car and automotive lifestyle events, which include authentic automobilia auctions and the sale of high-profile estates and private collections. For more information, visit www.barrett-jackson.com or call (480) 421-6694.

As the rapidly evolving news of the COVID-19 outbreak continues, the Mall at Wellington Green is continuing to make informed decisions based on state and national guidelines, as well as advice from local health authorities, with the health and well-being of customers, tenants, employees and communities the top priority. While mass gatherings have been canceled, spaces where people are constantly moving, such as airports, shopping malls, grocery stores or similar spaces, remain open per public guidelines. However, the Mall at Wellington Green reduced its hours beginning

Tuesday, March 17 until further notice. The temporary hours are Monday through Saturday from noon to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Shoppers should check with individual stores, restaurants and any exterior-facing tenants at the center, as they may have varying hours. Additionally, all center events have been canceled through at least Tuesday, March 31. The Mall at Wellington Green is located at 10300 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 2000, in Wellington. For more information, visit www. shopwellingtongreen.com.

B-12 Store Offers New Ways To Boost Immune System

The B-12 store is now offering B-12 shots, Vitamin C and immune-boosting cocktails and IVs easily affordable and available in the Mall at Wellington Green. The B-12 Store an alternative resource for people looking to increase their vitamin levels and boost their immunity. The store offers a wide range of FDA-approved vitamin injections for boosting immunity, overall wellness, increasing energy, weight loss and detoxing. The B-12 Store has recently begun offering IV nutrient therapy for clients as well. The B-12 Store, located at 10300 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 213, upstairs in the mall next to JC Penney, is a quick and affordable option for people who would like to increase their vitamin levels in

cold and flu season, as well as the current coronavirus outbreak. The B-12 Store takes a holistic and preventative approach to health for people of all ages. The experts there understand that health issues can be confusing, especially with the coronavirus outbreak, so the team of licensed nurses will work with you to answer any questions you have. They believe healthy habits start early and will offer helpful advice., tools and tips to help you stay well. All of the B-12 Store’s physicians and nurses are board-certified and licensed. No appointment is necessary, so feel free to call or drop in today. For more information, visit www.theb12stores.com or call the Wellington location at (561) 513-6919.

Palm Beach Zoo Has Closed To The Public Temporarily

The Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society has been a vital part of the area community for more than 50 years. It takes its social responsibility to inspire, educate and provide a nearby escape to nature very seriously. Out of an abundance of caution for the community, visitors, staff, volunteers and animals, and based on the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, the Florida Department of Health, Gov. Ron DeSantis and the

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On our last road trip, I gave my husband Mark several quizzes. It helps keep him awake while he drives and, in the process, I learn stuff about him. Mostly, I learn that he and I disagree on almost everything. Having arrived at our destination, you’d think things would have settled down, but this week we are at odds again, this time over the coronavirus. He says he is “refusing to politicize this” and I say it is so political. It is! In just one week in March — this last week — and from various (mostly sketchy) sources, I heard that: a) Tom Hanks and his wife are both experiencing symptoms of the virus, b) President Trump has “fixed every-

e) The “hysteria” should die down by the beginning of April, f) The virus is “a manmade virus released in China to bring them to their knees, thereby manipulating the stock market,” g) The virus is meant to target Baby Boomers, h) The borders between states are about to be closed and, i) Neither Tom Hanks nor his wife are experiencing any symptoms. Sigh. I’m just a simple person. A simple person with a college degree who cannot understand what is going on but, because I was in college during the Vietnam era,

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regarding the government, I don’t even know where to turn for these answers. Television is out. I am so stupid that I don’t even believe in “fake” news. I believed everything Walter Cronkite said and, if the talking heads of today weren’t competing so mightily for ratings, awards and fame, I would believe them, too. I might believe Ellen DeGeneres. With several TV shows, an income-producing wife and an absolutely amazing design/ construction business, she has my trust. She doesn’t have much to lose by telling the truth. So, I’m putting it directly to you, Ms. DeGeneres. When is Tom Hanks next appearing on your show? That will tell me everything I need to know.

‘The Hunt’ Is A Film That Probably Should Not Have Been Made

The Hunt is a movie that probably never should have been made. It is a politicized version of the old short story The Most Dangerous Game by Richard Connell, but designed to offend just about everyone. Filled with political violence, it is a kind of Rorschach test of politically vile sentiments. It is easy to find someone to hate. The basic notion is that a group of rich, left-leaning “elites,” led by Athena (Hilary Swank) choose a group of “deplorables,” transport them to a field and start hunting them down. Of course, the elites have every advantage. First of all, the hunted, characterized as “right-wing nuts,” all of them shown as vile and stupid, have no idea what is happening at first. That makes killing them, almost always from ambush, sort of easy. The right-wingers, who are quick to blame the “Deep State,” have also been presented as people who like to kill endangered

the “deplorables” return the favor. There is killing galore, or to put it simply, lots of gore. It is actually far more fun to read reviews of the film than actually see it — unless, of course, you are a fan of slasher movies. Movie critics from the left see the film as merely a manifestation of right-wing paranoia. Of course, those wise souls who get their information from MSNBC are too evolved to even think about this violence. But those more conservative point out the stereotyping of those selected to be victims. The movie seems to revel in this tribe-building. Those on the left feel they are far smarter than those on the right and, smugly, really believe that killing them makes the world a better place for all of us. Their world is that of Thanos, of Avengers fame: Kill half the universe and the others will live in paradise. And those on the right live in The Hunger

‘I’ On CULTURE By Leonard Wechsler species, so the elites look on the killings as simple justice. But there is a ringer in there. For some reason, Crystal (Betty Gilpin) has been included in the hunted group. She is actually apolitical. She is also more than a bit sociopathic, but she is the “Rainsford” character from the early short story; an expert at hunting. And she turns the tables, calmly, coolly killing the elites. That, as you might expect, ruins their fun. They clearly prefer to do unto those they dislike and certainly not have

Games: the elites despise the rest of us and push us down so they can move up. The real truth is that, as Gandhi pointed out, in “an eye for an eye” world, everyone is blind. One of the glories of democracy is that those who lose are not the enemy but the opposition. When you lose an election, you congratulate the winner and plan to win the next one. If, instead, it seems that you conspire to invalidate that election, resentment builds. In Britain, for example, the elitists blocked Brexit for four years after the public voted for it, despite the fact that they had promised to support it. Films like this one only promote the wildest views, which is not a great idea at a time of crisis. That does not mean that this wrong-headed movie has been made badly. That would be too easy. Director Craig Zobel keeps up the tension level quite well. You might want to nap and

miss a real mess, but this is a bit too well made. The cast is surprisingly good, even though many of the roles turn out to be not more than cameos as people die. The one performer that really stands out is Gilpin. Her Crystal is probably the most nuanced character, even if she is a sociopath. But her really good work leaves us someone to at least root for. No matter how well done, it is hard to get behind morons and bigots… on both sides. Please avoid this one. Even more, do not see it when it hits On Demand, which could happen very soon. At a time when we really need to work together to overcome a nasty virus, this is far worse than a distraction. And, unfortunately, this may wind up being the last movie I’ll see for a while. That same virus is causing the postponement of many of the films that fill up the theaters. So let’s all hope that it is over soon, and we can get back to normal life, with very few casualties.

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Darragh Kenny Goes Out With A Bang As WEF Season Ends Early Ireland’s Darragh Kenny scored a victory in the $137,000 Horseware Ireland Grand Prix CSI3* on Saturday, March 14, to conclude a banner season at the Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington. WEF ended two weeks early due to the ongoing threat from COVID-19. Canadian course designer Michel Vaillancourt built a track for 45 starters with 12 advancing to the tie-breaking jump-off. Returning near the end of the jump-off round, Kenny and Scarlett du Sart Z, owned by Vlock Show Stables LLC, broke the timers in 33.54 seconds to claim the lead and bump Israel’s Sydney Shulman into the runner-up position. Shulman and J-Boston S.E, a horse she owns together with her mother Jill, posted a time of 33.96 seconds. “I’ve been very lucky. I had a good winter, and all the horses went very well,” said Kenny of his season at WEF. “I had a great

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continued from page 1 or allow that,” Argue said. “There is a legal opinion that we could meet under emergency circumstances that way, and we believe that through a virtual environment, we could still get community input, comments and comply with the Sunshine Law, but where we wouldn’t be able to meet it is that if you’re having a completely virtual meeting, you cannot have a quorum physically present at a meeting location.” She added that virtual meeting

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feeling coming into this winter because I have an incredible group of horses, and I’m very lucky that I have those horses.” Kenny got the ride on Scarlett du Sart Z, a 10-year-old Zangersheide mare, during the horse’s seven-year-old year. He has high hopes for the mare’s future. “This is a mare that Teddy Vlock and his owner bought for me, and we’ve been slowly producing her. She’s really starting to turn a corner, and I think she’s an incredibly talented horse that will end up jumping at the highest level,” he said. Shulman celebrated three months of hard work on Saturday after picking up the ride on J-Boston S.E in December. Her normal ride is slightly more unconventional, so it took her some time to get comfortable with the new mount. “He is as normal and lovely as can be, but my other horses are a little more wild, so it was harder

for me to get used to him,” she said. “He’s absolutely great. Ilan Bluman was doing him in a couple bigger classes in the fall when I saw him. He caught our eye and we’ve gotten to know each other very well.” Of her season at WEF, which included the overall title in the Hermes Under 25 Grand Prix Series, Shulman said, “I’m very happy. This season was great. I think all four of my horses finished in the top three of an FEI class this circuit. That’s amazing, and I’m thrilled with that. It was a great winter, and I am very thankful to my team at Back Country Farm, my sponsors and John Roche. It takes a huge village to make sure the horses stay happy, sound, and keep me where I’m supposed to be.” Rounding out the podium, Spencer Smith finished third riding Theodore Manciais, owned by Torrey Pines & Ashland Farm.

platforms can be used for other projects, such as inter-staff meetings, where they don’t have to meet in person, and hosting public workshops to get community input on projects that are underway or planned. “Those are opportunities, provided we get the approval from the governor, so we’re just waiting,” Argue said. “Things are changing minute by minute, hour by hour, so who knows?” ITID has a comprehensive list of precautions to be taken to reduce the spread of COVID-19 available at www.indiantrail.com/about-us/ covid-19-get-educated. Indian Trail is closing its facilities to public entry. Residents will still be able to call (561) 793-0874,

e-mail info@indiantrail.com or visit www.indiantrail.com for information, questions, permits and other requests. District operations and construction projects will continue as long as staff remains healthy. Anyone interacting with a district employee is requested to keep at least a 6-foot distance. Anyone who has questions regarding a project or maintenance work is asked to call or e-mail the main office. All special events, athletics and rentals have been postponed or canceled until further notice. All ITID parks and the Hamlin House community center are closed to public entry.

especially after going to the bathroom, before eating, and after blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing. • If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with 60 to 95 percent alcohol. • Routinely clean frequently touched surfaces and objects. • Stay home when you are sick, particularly with any respiratory disease symptoms. The CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear a facemask to protect themselves from respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19. You should only wear a mask if a healthcare professional recommends it or if

you have the virus and are showing symptoms. For up-to-date information regarding available services, testing and visitation at WRMC, visit www.wellingtonregional.com. If you are in medical distress, call 911. Wellington residents are encouraged to regularly check the village web site for the latest information on available services and facility operations. For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/ coronavirus. Wellington’s main switchboard at (561) 791-4000 and the senior call center at (561) 791-4726 are also available for non-medical-related questions.

Together they stopped the clock at 34.87 seconds. “He’s a horse that I’ve had for a few years now and he’s been very successful for me,” said Smith, who is a Wellington local and had his whole family cheering him on from the stands. “It’s a nice thing to get a good result at home. This horse has done a lot for me. I thought we had a good round the first round, but we left a little bit of a window and these guys are so fast that they beat you if you do that.” Placing fourth, and earning the Martha Jolicoeur Leading Lady Rider Award for Week 10, Beezie Madden piloted Garant, owned by Abigail Wexner, to a time of 34.94 seconds. Flo Norris capped the top five riding Con Pleasure 5 in 36.62 seconds for owner Cisca Norris. WEF SEASON CUT SHORT In response to the threat of COVID-19 and recommendations

from the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) and the Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI), Equestrian Sport Productions made the difficult decision to cancel the final two weeks of the Winter Equestrian Festival and the Adequan Global Dressage Festival following the close of competition on Sunday, March 15. “At the current time, the threat is relatively low, but after consulting with the USEF and the FEI, we have decided to cancel the final two weeks of competition in an effort to protect all involved with the competition and production at Palm Beach International Equestrian Center,” ESP President Michael Stone said. “We encourage all members of the equestrian community to operate with an abundance of caution as we all work through this situation.” For more information, visit www.pbiec.com.

Ireland’s Darragh Kenny rides Scarlett du Sart Z to victory.

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For those with school-age students at home, Comcast has created new educational collections for all grade levels in partnership with Common Sense Media. Just say “education” into your X1 or Flex voice remote. To help keep customers informed, Comcast has also created a collection of the most current news and information on Coronavirus. Just say “Coronavirus” into your X1 or Flex voice remote. 24x7 Network Monitoring: Underpinning these efforts, Comcast’s technology and engineering teams will continue to work tirelessly to support network operations. The company engineers its network capacity to handle spikes and shifts in usage patterns, and continuously test, monitor and enhance its systems and network to ensure they are ready to support customer usage. Engineers and technicians staff network operations centers 24/7 to ensure network performance and reliability. Comcast is monitoring network usage and watching the load on the network both nationally and locally, and to date it is performing well. For updates from Comcast related to COVID-19, visit www.comcastcorporation.com/COVID-19.

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Wellington Defeats Lake Worth 15-0 In Girls Flag Football

By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington High School girls flag football team defeated Lake Worth High School 15-0 on Thursday, March 12 to remain unbeaten in Palm Beach County at 4-0, 4-3 overall. What’s even more impressive is that the Wellington defense posted its fourth shutout on the season.

The Wolverines took most of the first half to generate any offense and scored on a 15-yard pass on the last play of the first half. Quarterback Erin Raymond found Alex Wantlin in the end zone for the score. The Wolverines led going into the half 6-0. Raymond led the Wolverines offensively with accurate passes through the second half, but the

Wolverines settled for just one more touchdown, despite being on the goal line twice in the fourth quarter and coming up empty. The Wolverines’ second touchdown came in the third quarter, when Raymond connected with Wantlin again on a 32-yard pass over the middle to extend the Wellington lead to 13-0. The Trojans were not able to

remedy their offensive mishaps, with several mishandled pitches and dropped passes. The Wolverines appeared that they would capitalize on the Lake Worth troubles and drove to the goal line before being stopped by a motivated Trojan defense. With only two minutes remaining, Lake Worth needed a big play to close the deficit. Wellington’s

defense stormed the end zone with Wantlin pressuring the Trojan quarterback, getting the pull for a Wolverine safety. Leading 15-0, the Wolverines got the ball back on offense. Raymond found receiver Eryn Wioncek on a short pass, likely to run out the clock, but Wioncek avoided the pull and raced to the goal line, where she was stopped

before time expired. Wellington was scheduled to face the Broncos at Palm Beach Central High School on March 17, but the Florida Department of Education has recommended that all Florida schools have an extended spring break to slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus. All scholastic athletic events have been postponed.

Receiver Alex Wantlin avoids the pull and runs for a 32-yard Wolverine touchdown.

Wellington quarterback Erin Raymond throws a pass down field.

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La Indiana, Las Monjitas Notch Wins; USPA Suspends Polo Season

The second day of quarterfinal play in the 2020 USPA Gold Cup on Sunday, March 15 featured two exciting matches as La Indiana narrowly defeated Dutta Corp 1110, while Gauntlet of Polo hopefuls Las Monjitas continued their run, defeating Patagones 12-10 at the International Polo Club Palm Beach. Unfortunately, they were the final Gold Cup matches for a while now that the United States Polo Association has temporarily suspended the season. LA INDIANA VS. DUTTA CORP A foul-ridden match between Dutta Corp and La Indiana saw just six of the 21 goals scored from the field, with Polito Pieres going head-to-head against Facundo and Mariano Obregon from the penalty line. In a game decided by the narrowest of margins, including a missed penalty attempt on the last play of the game, La Indiana escaped with the victory behind strong penalty shooting from Pieres, while three missed

penalties for Dutta Corp ultimately proved to be the difference in the 11-10 defeat. Two fouls in quick succession to begin the game awarded a penalty goal to each team, leaving the two teams tied until Polito Pieres took advantage of a knock-in to give La Indiana the 2-1 lead after the opening chukker. Despite not scoring a field goal in the first two chukkers, Dutta Corp kept pace with La Indiana, scoring two penalty goals off the mallet of Facundo Obregon. In a chukker with eight fouls, La Indiana responded with two penalty goals of their own to maintain the slim one-goal lead. Matching each other stride for stride, La Indiana and Dutta Corp continued to trade goals, with Michael Bickford and Santiago Gomez Romero contributing from the field to hold a 6-5 advantage at halftime. The start-and-stop pace carried into the second half, with La Indiana taking advantage of the extra opportunities from the penalty line. Finishing with accuracy,

Polito Pieres pushed La Indiana’s offense forward, converting all four penalty attempts in the second half. Improved discipline from La Indiana limited Dutta Corp’s chances, forcing them to generate offense from the field with a balanced attack that saw one goal each from all four players. Holding a two-goal lead entering the final chukker, a penalty 3 conversion for Pieres seemed to secure the victory, but Dutta Corp stormed back. Lucas Diaz Alberdi and Facundo Obregon brought Dutta Corp back within one as they received a foul in the final seconds. On a penalty 4 attempt to send the game into overtime, Mariano Obregon hit it wide, giving La Indiana the exciting 11-10 victory and the third spot in the semifinals. LAS MONJITAS VS. PATAGONES With one spot remaining in the semifinals, Las Monjitas and Patagones battled to advance on he U.S. Polo Assn. Field 1. A strong start from Las Monjitas from both

the field and the penalty line gave them a commanding advantage, with Bautista Panelo, playing in place of the injured Mackenzie Weisz, making a significant impact with four goals in the game. A late run for a Patagones team that saw all four players score at least two goals wasn’t enough to overcome the early deficit, falling 12-10 to Las Monjitas. Following up a shot off the post, Panelo opened the scoring for Las Monjitas to give them the early lead. A fast-paced first chukker saw end-to-end action as the teams traded goals, finished by a field goal from David Stirling to give Las Monjitas the slim 3-2 lead. A dominant second chukker saw Las Monjitas get a stronghold on the game, with Francisco Elizalde and David Stirling effectively using their defense and quick passing to keep Patagones pinned in their own half. A 3-0 chukker in favor of Las Monjitas gave them the 6-2 lead, but they weren’t done there, finishing a run of five

unanswered goals on a penalty 2 conversion from Stirling to begin the third chukker. Back-to-back goals from Elizalde to finish the half highlighted Las Monjitas’ dominant play to lead Patagones 9-3 at halftime. Focused on chipping away at the lead, Patagones found its footing in the fourth chukker, beginning a run of four goals, led by the play of Gonzalo Avendano. Carrying their stretch into the fifth chukker, Patagones brought the deficit to just two goals, leaving Las Monjitas’ lead in doubt. A goal from Elizalde to finish the fifth chukker proved to be crucial for Las Monjitas, pushing its lead back to three and providing breathing room entering the final chukker. Highlighting his impact on the game, Panelo secured the victory on his fourth goal, sending Las Monjitas into the semifinals with the 12-10 win. USPA SUSPENDS ALL POLO DUE TO ONGOING COVID-19 CONCERNS Due to rising health concerns

related to the COVID-19 pandemic, and recommendations made by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) to cease all gatherings of more than 10 people, the United States Polo Association (USPA) has made the difficult decision to suspend all USPA tournaments and events, including the ongoing Gauntlet of Polo and the U.S. Open Women’s Polo Championship for at least the next two weeks. The USPA thanks polo fans for their patience and understanding as the association prioritizes the health and safety of players, teams and their organizations, umpires, partners, staff and everyone who helps put on polo events. The USPA will continue to monitor the COVID-19 situation closely and will notify the polo community if a different course of action is deemed necessary. For more updates, visit www.uspolo.org. For updates regarding the International Polo Club Palm Beach, visit www. internationalpoloclub.com.

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WELLINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FINE ARTS STUDENTS STAGE ‘ANNIE JR.’

Family, friends and supporters of Wellington Elementary School enjoyed the familiar tunes of Annie Jr. on Tuesday, March 10 and Thursday, March 12 as performed by the young, talented voices of the school’s Fine Arts Academy Musical Theater Group. Dozens of children performed in the show, including Brooke Diogo as Annie, Addie Garcia as Miss Hannigan and Logan Dunham as Oliver Warbucks.

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2/2 GARDEN VILLA — Screened patio/courtyard. New Kitchen/Bathroom/Appliances/Fans. Central Wellington Location. $1,500 Monthly. 561-346-8016

D R I V E WAY S — F r e e e s t i m a t e s A & M ASPHALT SEAL COATING commercial and residential. Patching potholes, striping, repair existing asphalt & save money all work guaranteed. Lic.& Ins. 100045062 561-667-7716

SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED 4 BED 2 BATH HOME — nestled on a quiet circle in Wellington’s desirable Sugar Pond Manor neighborhood, this four-bedroom, two-bathroom, split floor plan, home is ready to be enjoyed by you and yours. It’s perfect for entertaining with double, sliding, glass doors leading directly from the heart of the home onto the expansive lanai and sundeck. Additionally, this home boasts brand new, impact windows and impact-rated garage door; a screen enclosure; updated kitchen and bathrooms with stainless appliances and granite; and hard surface flooring throughout. Other noteworthy features include: vaulted ceilings, massive great room, CBS construction, fenced side yard with shed, fenced back yard, sprinkler system, bonus driveway, front porch, and gutters. Call Realtor Matthew J. Tarantino, MBA, Coldwell Banker, 561.315.1323 www.4salebymatthew.com

Employment Opportunities

Electrical Contractor SINGER ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING, INC. — Electrical work you can trust at an affordable price, Fully Licensed and Insured. EC#13007941 561-425-5409

Home Improvement ANMAR CO.— James’ All Around Handyman Service. Excellent craftsman Old time values. Once you’ve had me! You’ll have me back! Lic. Ins. Certified Residential Contractor CRC1327426 561-248-8528

Irrigation/Landscape Lighting IRRIGATION MAINTENANCE/REPAIRS — wet testing, pump replacement,landscaping and pest control-trapping. Call 561-7234684 Oasis Irrigation & Landscape Lighting

Painting JOHN PERGOLIZZI PAINTING INC. — Interior/Exterior - Repaint specialist, pressure cleaning, popcorn ceiling, drywall repair & roof painting. Family owned/ owner operator. Free Est. 798-4964 Lic. #U18473

Elementary Teacher Wanted

Plumbing

LOOKING FOR A CERTIFIED ELEMENTARY TEACHER — to tutor your child? Private Tutoring available. Laura 561-324-6488

POO-MAN — Pumping, plumbing, & drain cleaning. For all your septic & plumbing needs! Let the Poo Crew come to you. 561-318-8416

Town-Crier Classifieds Call 561-793-7606

Roofing ROBERT G. HARTMANN ROOFING — Specializing in repairs. Free estimates, Bonded,insured. Lic. #CCC 058317 Ph: 561-790-0763.

NEIL O’NEAL JR. ROOFING — Roofing & Reroofing. Family owned and operated. Residential/ Commercial. Wood Replacement, Roof Coatings, Solar Vents, Skylights & Roof Ventilation. 561-6564945 Lic. & Insured CCC1330208.Free Estimates

Screening J O H N ’ S S C R E E N R E PA I R S E R V I C E — Pool & patio re-screening. Stay tight,wrinkle-free,guaranteed! CRC1329708 call u s 7 9 8 - 3 1 3 2 . w w w. p o o l s c r e e n r e p a i r. c o m

Real Estate For Sale Attention Manhattan Homeowners! ATTENTION MANHATTAN HOMEOWNERS! — Contact us anytime, 24/7 for professional orchestration of home repairs & Maintenance, housechecking and more! 347.244.2228 or www.katyhine.com

Fictitious Name Notices Legal Notice No. 667 Notice Under Fictitious Name Florida Statute 865.09 Public notice is hereby given that the undersigned desires to engage in business under the fictitious name of:

Septic Service

AESTHETIC & FAMILY DENTISTRY OF WELLINGTON

DANNY’S SEPTIC SERVICE — 561-689-1555 Commercial/Residential Septic Tank and Grease Trap Pumping *Drain Fields *Lift Stations *Drain Cleaning w w w. D a n n y s - S e p t i c . c o m L i c # S R O 111 6 9 6

12788 Forest Hill Blvd, Suite 2001 Wellington, FL 33414

Sprinkler Systems AQUATIC SPRINKLER, LLC — Complete repair of all types of systems. Owner Operated. Michael Office: 561-964-6004 Cell: 561236-8595 Lic.#U17871 Bonded & Ins. Serving the Western Communities Since 1990

Wallpapering PAPERHANGING BY DEBI — Professional Installation,Removal. Repair of Paper. Neat, Clean & Reliable. Quality work with a woman’s touch. 30 years experience. No Job too big or too small. Lic. & Ins. References available. 561-795-5263

Seeking Employment HOME HEALTH AIDE AVAILABLE — Experienced Home Health Aide seeks new position. Flexible hours, full time, day or night. I am a Licensed CNA who has worked as a home health aide and also as a nanny. I have many years of experience taking care of the elderly at home. Price negotiable, references provided upon request. Call Pat at (561) 294-1423.

Town-Crier Classifieds Get Results Place Your Ad Here Call 561-793-7606

Located at:

County of Palm Beach, Florida and intends to register said name with the Division of Corporations State of Florida, forthwith

Dr. Steve Miller

Date: 3-20-20

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St. Jude’s Novena May the Sacred Heart of Jesus

be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us. St.Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, help of the hopeless, pray for us. Say this prayer 9 times a day by the 8th day, your prayer will be answered. It has never been known to fail. Publication must be promised. Thank you, St Jude for granting my petition.

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HERE’S MY CARD Residential Commercial

Knockdown Textures Interior - Exterior Carpentry Repairs

W.H. BROWN,LLC PAINTING

Free Estimates

Lic. #U-16274 Bonded Insured Wallpaper Removal

Ph: (561) 649-5086 Cell: (561) 313-0409

Drywall Repairs

B. ELLIS ENTERPRISES, INC.

Irrigation Repairs

$65.00 1st Hour - $40.00 Hour After Commercial & Residential

Ben Ellis President Office 561.798.1477 Mobile 561.722.5424

U2597 CGC015908 8620 Wendy Lane E. West Palm Beach, FL 33411

B. ELLIS ENTERPRISES, INC.

Irrigation Installation

Mary Schiltz Realtor®

$3,499.00 on 1 1/4 Acre Lots

Free Estimates On All New Systems

Commercial & Residential Ben Ellis President U2597 CGC015908 Office 561.798.1477 8620 Wendy Lane E. West Palm Beach, FL 33411 Mobile 561.722.5424

SERVICES:

• Electric Panel Upgrades • Landscape Lighting • Generator Installation • Recessed Lighting • Troubleshooting

Cell:

Thomas McDevitt, Master Electrician P 561.798.2355 F 561.784.9401

(561) 635-8477

Email:

admin@twmcdevittelectric.com LIC# EC13007161

MarySchiltz@bellsouth.net

EACH ERA OFFICE IS INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

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The Wellington Community Foundation, Inc. is a charitable organization committed to benefiting the residents of Wellington by supporting and improving their quality of life.

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Turning 65 years old? A Naturally Occurring Retirement Community

Please Join Us for our

5th Annual Luncheon Friday, April 17th Wanderers Club

If you’ve got questions,

Auction 11 a.m. • Luncheon 12 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

I’ve got answers.

Tino Negri, CAEd.

This year’s keynote speaker is

Tino Negri, CAEd.

Tino will be talking about Finding Joy in the Journey.

Emcee is Tim Byrd from True Oldies 95.9 FM and 106.9 FM.

Let’s talk about it!

Tickets are $65 per person and sponsorships are available:

Maggie Zeller Office (561) 517-8048 Moble (561) 715-9262 medicaremaggie@gmail.com

Tim Byrd www.WellingtonCares.Org/Events Are you a Wellington resident 65 or older who requires non-medical assistance? We Help Wellington Seniors For Free. Call 561-568-8818 or visit www.WellingtonCaresOrg.com

By calling this number, you agree to speak with an independent health insurance agent about Medicare Advantage products. Medicare has neither reviewed nor endorsed this information. This is an advertisement.

Wellington Cares, is a 50 I ( c) 3 community based not-for-profit organization committed to coordinating volunteers of all ages serving in a time exchange format to enable persons age 65 or older who require assistance to remain in their home with the support of the Wellington community residents and local organizations.

THE ACCIDENT NETWORK

Experienced in Auto & Personal Injury Accidents

ONE CALL DOES IT ALL! Joe Nasuti

President/Grandfather

561-309-4406 Abbie Nasuti Bleam Vice President/Granddaughter

561-281-4784 TheAccidentNetwork@gmail.com | Division of JTN Medical Marketing Did you know you are entitled to up to $10,000.00 in medical treatment, even if you are the cause of the accident, under Florida’s Personal Injury Protection Law.

WE WILL MEET OR BEAT ANY OTHER LIQUOR STORE’S LOCALLY ADVERTISED PRICES! Offer valid only when presenting local competitors print ad

Wellington

Also Visit Us At Our

Stuart Location

13860 Wellington Trace

5899 Southeast Fed. Hwy D-1

(The Courtyard Shops) Right Next Door To Publix

(Coves Center)

561-429-3569

772-283-9900

SCOTCH/WHISKEY

VODKA Svedka Vodka ............................. $20.99 Three Olives Vodka ..................... $24.99 Skyy Vodka ................................ $19.99 Platinum Vodka .......................... $15.99 Pinnacle Vodka (Regular) ............. $18.99 Pinnacle Vodka (All Flavors) ......... $19.99 Tito’s Vodka ............................... $32.99 Ketel One Vodka ........................ $39.99 Stoli Vodka ................................. $29.99 Ciroc Vodka ............................... $29.99 Chopin Vodka ............................ $27.99 Skol Vodka ................................ $13.99 Grey Goose Vodka....................... $24.99 Grey Goose Vodka....................... $49.99 Absolute Vodka .......................... $26.99

1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 750ML 750ML 1.75L 750ML 1.75L 1.75L

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Seagrams Gin ............................. $19.99 Beefeater Gin ............................ $26.99 Tanqueray Gin ............................. $35.99 Bombay Sapphire Gin .................. $35.99

1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L

TEQUILA

Jose Cuervo................................ $33.99 Sauza Tequila (Light/Dark) ......... $22.99 Patron Silver .............................. $42.99 Partido Blanco Tequila ................ $35.99

1.75L 1.75L 750ML 750ML

LIQUORS Bailey’s Irish Cream .................... $22.99 Kahlua ....................................... $35.99

750ML 1.75L

Dewars Scotch Whisky ...............$28.99 J.W. Red Label Scotch ................$33.99 Chivas Regal ..............................$49.99 Clan MacGregor Rare Blended ....$19.99 J&B Scotch ................................$35.99 Ballentine’s Scotch ....................$29.99 Seagram’s VO.............................$24.99 Jameson’s Irish Whiskey .............$46.99 Courvoisier VS Cognac................$19.99 Crown Royal (Regular) ................$39.99 Canadian Club ............................$17.99 Glenlivet 12 yrs. .........................$79.99 Jim Beam (All Flavors) ................$14.99

1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L

White Label

$28.99

1.75L

1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 750ML 1.75L

Bacardi Rum Light/Dark

$17.99

1.75L

1.75L 1.75L 750ML

RUM Captain Morgan Rum .................. $22.99 Bacardi Rum (Light & Dark) ........ $17.99 Brugal Anejo Rum ....................... $30.99 Appleton Rum............................. $25.99 Ron Rico (Light & Dark) ............. $16.99 Mount Gay Rum .......................... $39.99 Don Q Rum (Light & Dark) .......... $21.99 Sailor Jerry Rum ......................... $26.99 Malibu Rum ............................... $22.99 Admiral Nelson 80 Rum .............. $16.99 Cruzan Rum (Light & Dark) ........ $22.99 Ron Zacapa Rum ....................... $42.99

Dewars

1.75L 1.75L

Grey Goose Vodka

$24.99 750ML $49.99 1.75L

1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L

Patron Silver Tequila $42.99 750ML

1.75L 1.75L 1.75L

These prices good with this ad only. Good thru 3/31/2020. Photos are for illustrative purposes only. We are not responsible for Typographical errors.

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In response to the threat of the coronavirus (COVID-19), Equestrian Sport Productions has made the difficult decision to cancel the remaining two weeks of the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) and AdequanÂŽ Global Dressage Festival (AGDF). The venue remains closed to the public, but hopes to reopen once deemed safe for future competition.

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