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Stewart tabbed as next city administrator By STEVE BAUER ArcAdiAn AssistAnt Editor A united Arcadia City Council wasted little time voting unanimously to offer the permanent administrator position to Terry Stewart during a special meeting Friday. The council has been working with Senior Advisors coordinator Kurt Bressner since January to re-advertise for the administrator position, with
an initial pool of 37 applicants narrowed down to four finalists. The council held in-person interviews and also hosted a public meet-and-greet TERRY STEWART over a two-day period last week, and each candidate also had an extensive tour of the city and its facilities.
Stewart has worked in city administration since 1994, serving as interim city administrator in Pembroke Pines, Fla., from 1994-2002, followed by nine years as Cape Coral’s city manager and another four as manager for Fort Myers Beach. He most recently served as interim city administrator for Delray Beach. During his interview, Stewart explained although his career arc details experience in
increasingly larger cities, the Arcadia administrator job intrigued him because of the unique challenges it presents. “It’s in my blood; this is something I love to do. I want to have an opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives,” he said. “I want to be in a place where I have an opportunity to make a difference, and I see that here in Arcadia. Our nation was built on communities just like this.”
Stewart described himself as a “hands off” type of manager, adding one of his talents is to identify talented staff and ensure they have the right environment to be successful in their work. “My management philosophy has an acronym — MBWA — which stands for management by walking around,” he said. “I’m not one to sit in my office; I want
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Summer camp will offer healthcare careers experience By ASHLEY COONE
Links to success Have you ever wondered what it might be like to be a doctor, a nurse, or an X-ray technician? Do you think you might be interested in a career in the medical field some day? Well, if you are a middle school or high school student, you can learn a lot about health careers this summer. Links to Success and DeSoto Memorial Hospital have partnered to provide middle and high school students in DeSoto County an opportunity to experience careers in healthcare. Funded through a grant from Gulf Coast South Area Health Education Center, the summer program will accept t10 students who excel in math and science and have a desire to pursue healthcare careers after high school graduation. Students will have the unique opportunity to have hands-on experience in a variety of healthcare careers, many of which are based at DeSoto Memorial Hospital. “We are excited about this opportunity to educate youth in the community who desire to pursue careers
in healthcare,” saide DMH CEO Vince Sica.” “Hopefully, they will pursue these careers post-graduation and return to work and live here in DeSoto. The camp will last for one week in July and students will experience careers in dentistry, emergency medical technician, veterinarian services, nursing, community health issues and much more. “We are so grateful for the support of our local hospital and AHEC to provide this experience for DeSoto County students,” said Ashlesy Coone, a founder of Links to Success. “Healthcare careers are abundant and we will open these students’ eyes and minds to the many opportunities out there.” GSAHEC offers funding to community-based youth serving organizations and academic institutions to develop and implement Health Careers Summer Camps in Charlotte, DeSoto, Manatee and Sarasota counties. An essential component of GSAHEC’s student programs involves the recruitment of students from under-served, rural and inner-city communities and under-represented populations into primary care health fields, including medicine, nursing, and other health professions.
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in under-served areas. Applications for the program are available at local schools and at www. links2success.org. Applications must be completed and returned by June 1.
DeSoto’s A-Team competes in “Mr. Shoe” academic tourney By ANDREW HAGEN
DeSoto Co. SChoolS The Suncoast Credit Union, in coordination with the DeSoto County Education Foundation, contributed $1,500 in scholarships to the winners of this year’s John Schudel Memorial
Academic Team Tournament, held May 9 at DeSoto County High School. This event was held in memory of DCHS English teacher John C. Schudel, a former Academic Team coach, who passed in 2010. During his time with Academic Team, “Mr. Shoe” led the team to win the State Championship three times
and also led Team Florida to win the Nationals in 1999. Andrew Hagen, DCHS teacher and DeSoto A-Team Coach, said, “There is no better way to preserve Mr. Shoe’s memory than by getting out the buzzers and playing a few rounds. It was a great success. I’m so thankful for
all the volunteers this year. The next Shoe-morial is tentatively scheduled for Dec. 5.” A total of eight teams from the following schools attended: Bishop Verot (Lee), Palmetto Ridge (Collier),
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COMMUNITY NEWS BRIEF On March 30, members of the Arcadia Modern Woodmen Chapter 16497 gathered at 245 Columbia Avenue to plant a magnolia, a live oak and a Hong Kong orchid. The project was part of the Plant A Tree Program, a nationwide program introduced by Modern Woodmen in 2004. “This program allows Modern Woodmen members to give the community a lasting gift,” said Jane Powers, leader of the local Modern Woodmen Chapter 16497. “The name Modern Woodmen honors the pioneer woodmen who cleared the forests to build homes and secure futures for their families,” Powers said. “Modern Woodmen offers financial services to
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| OUR VIEW: CITY | FINALLY GOT IT RIGHT
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hat a trip! We’ve been on a long road for more than half a year to find a new city administrator. It was back in October when Tom Slaughter, the former administrator, was first accused of allegedly using his city-issued debit card for his own personal purchases. City Finance Director Beth Carsten was named Interim Administrator and asked to take the wheel. In January, City Council authorized a request for help from the Senior Advisers (formerly known as the Range Riders). That’s when Kurt Bressner stepped up to serve as navigator, guiding council through the process of crafting a job description, placing ads, reviewing applications and winnowing the field down to the top five. Finally, on Friday, after two days of interviews and an opportunity for the public to talk with the candidates one-onone, the end of the journey was in sight. Council picked Terry Stewart as the one they want for the next City Administrator, and now all that remains is to negotiate the terms of the agreement. We have to commend council for using the Senior Advisers in this process. We believe it made a huge difference in the quality and experience of applicants the city received this time around. Although the last time (the time when Slaughter was ultimately picked) there were some good candidates, overall this batch of hopefuls was a notch above. With Bressner’s help in wording the job description, placing the ad and reviewing the applicants, the process ran much more smoothly and more professionally. The last two times an administrator was hired, council short-circuited the process by not following through, instead choosing to hire the person named as the interim. Both Judy Jankowski and Tom Slaughter were supposed to be holding down the fort as council looked for a new administrator. Neither had been a city administrators before, and neither had anywhere near the kind of experience and knowledge this new crop of candidates had. Even though Bressner’s assistance was at no cost to the city, Arcadia did pay more than $6,000 in extensive background checks for the finalists, and also footed the bill to have the candidates travel to the city and stay at a local hotel for two days of interviews, tours and public meetings. It’s all money well spent in our view, and what a difference it made. No matter how good someone may look on paper, there is just no substitute for being able to talk with him face to face, and being able to size up demeanor, poise and personality. Further evidence that this time, council got it right, was that Stewart was chosen by unanimous vote. That’s a good sign he’s starting out with the support of all
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know Memorial Day is a few days off yet, but there’s no time like the present to be thankful for what this day means to us as Americans. The flags may not be flying yet, but our American spirit should always be unfurled, especially with all that is going on in the world today. On this special day each year, the last Monday in May, we pause to recognize service men and women killed in war. It’s so much more than simply a day to be off from work and concentrating only on what you’ll be putting on the barbecue grill. And it’s not about what’s being screamed on television commercials about Memorial Day sales. How could buying a new mattress or even a new car bring honor to those who died for our country and our freedom? It’s a time to reflect on those who gave much more than any one of us who are alive at this moment have given thus far. For it was their lives that bought the freedoms we all enjoy. I’m well aware that not every family in this country has lost a member to wars past and present. But as American brothers and sisters of all colors, creeds and origins, we have lost countless thousands since the founding of this country. The red blood that flows in us all is that same red blood shed on battlefields both here and on foreign soil, and the tears shed for them that
five on the dais. We commend the residents who took time to attend the interviews and/or the evening meet-and-greet. We’re sorry more people didn’t take advantage of that opportunity, because those who did were able to tell the candidates what their biggest issues are and get a feel for how they might be addressed.
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dampened the earth where they lay are all of our tears, really. Each man and woman killed wanted to live. Each had family waiting, hoping or praying they’d make it back home safely. And each rose to the call of their country and drew their last breath amid the horrors of war, far from those they’d left behind. Such has been this thing called war — rising to claim lives for decades and centuries. Sadly, freedom could not be a one-time purchase. Instead, it is a debt that continues to call for payments, claiming the lives of loved ones, generation after generation. Generations of soldiers are buried here and there across this free nation of ours, as well as in other lands where they laid down their lives. Many are yet unaccounted for. To not acknowledge and honor them would be saying that their sacrifice meant nothing. I am proud that we as Americans do remember them. The road should be pretty straight and smooth from here, and we look forward to Terry Stewart coming on board. He has a lot of solid experience on issues similar to those facing Arcadia, and we feel much more confident handing the wheel over to him. Finally, many thanks to Beth Carsten for her dedication, skill and
The ranks of those who died for us continue to grow even today. And when I look out across a cemetery and see so many small American flags placed among the granite and marble markers, it’s a humbling feeling. Those soldiers have come home to rest from the toils of war. Thankfully, I’ve yet to see one of their flags burned or stomped on by someone who would dishonor them. We can’t personally thank those who died fighting for what they believed was right, but we can take the time to thank their family members who were left behind to mourn. Memorial Day will find them remembering those loved ones and the void in their lives and we can at least let them know we care. With that, I’ll leave you with something that sums it up pretty good, a portion of President Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address: “It is rather for us to be here dedicated to the great task remaining before us — that from these honored dead we take increased devotion to that cause for which they gave the last full measure of devotion — that we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain — that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom — and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth.” determination as she steered the city along the road for the past several months. She did a superior job representing the city, working on some tough issues and advancing the city’s interests. And she did it all with a smile and an extraordinary dose of devotion and responsibility. Thanks, Beth, for getting us home safely.
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Therapy dog eases angst, provides canine comfort By SUSAN E. HOFFMAN ArcAdiAn Editor Meet Onyx. She’s a 10-year-old black Giant Schnauzer, with a laid-back personality and friendly disposition. Onyx is an official Therapy Dog, and she’s also certified for Disaster Stress Relief. Brad Sutherland and his wife, Terry, own Onyx. Both come from a law enforcement background from MiamiDade, and were familiar with the use of dogs in traumatic situations. They felt Onyx had the right personality for this type of work. “We went through Therapy Dog International,” Brad said. “They have a test the dog has to pass in order to be certified as a Therapy Dog.” The test includes walking down a hallway crowded with people, being required to sit and stay, and remaining calm around people on crutches or in wheelchairs. Studies have shown anxiety can be reduced when people pet and talk to animals. Both patients and their families waiting anxiously on their loved ones appreciate the calming effect of visiting with a friendly dog. When the Sutherlands retired, they moved to DeSoto County. “We just love it here,” Brad said. They made arrangements for Onyx to continue her role providing canine comfort. Sutherland now takes Onyx to visit at emergency rooms at Bayfront Hospital in Port Charlotte, as well as pre-op and the surgery waiting room. They go for visits at the Douglas
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Onyx, a 10-year-old Giant Schnauzer, is a certified Therapy Dog and is also certified for Disaster Stress Therapy. Jacobson State Veterans Home in Port Charlotte, and in DeSoto County Onyx visits at DeSoto Health and Rehab. (DeSoto Memorial Hospital does not presently allow certified therapy dogs.) She also makes appearances at Book Buddies, held the first Saturday of every month at the DeSoto Public Library, when children read to dogs. Children who may be too anxious to read aloud in school or in front of family members seem to lose those fears and hangups as they read stories to canine companions. Onyx also passed the test for Disaster Stress Relief, a special type of pet therapy for situations such as tornadoes and hurricanes. Therapy Dog International (through which Onyx is certified) says that
“holding or petting an animal will release strain and tension, lower blood pressure, and possibly relieve a person of depression and loneliness.” In situations which are frightening, sad or distressing, a calm dog may be just what’s needed. Sutherland said he took Onyx to Alabama recently after they experienced severe tornadoes. “She helped comfort a boy who had lost his own dog in the storm.” Terry Sutherland does all of Onyx’s grooming. She has also created a custom wardrobe for Onyx including bandannas and vests embroidered with her name and picture. In her 8-year career, Onyx has made more than 225 official visits. For more information on Therapy Dogs, visit http://www.tdi-dog.org.
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• The Project Graduation Committee will meet at 6 p.m. May 21 at the DeSoto Co. Extension Office, 2150 NE Roan St. Volunteers should bring driver’s licenses for a background check. For details, call Elba Lipe at 990-0213 or 993-9770. The 8th annual Project Graduation Celebration is from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. at the high school gym, following graduation on June 5. • The Arcadia Housing Authority Board of Directors meets at 12:15 p.m. May 21 at AHA’s office, 7 Booker T. Washington Road. Call 494-4343 for details. • May 21, Habitat for Humanity will have a Groundbreaking Ceremony for Angela Whidden at 5:30 p.m., at 4846 SE Apache Dr. • The Peace River Valley Citrus Growers Association will hold its Spring Grower Round Table on May 21 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Bobby Krause’s Barn, 2503 Ralph Johns Road in Wauchula. A panel of five growers will discuss several topics, from water quality to nutritional programs. Lunch is provided. Call 494-0061 to RSVP or for more information. • Peace River Audubon Society holds its general meeting May 21, starting at 6:30 p.m. at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Church, 1532 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte. Members Slide Show is May 21. Everyone is welcome to bring in a slide show (up to 5 min.). For details, call Jim Knoy at 303 868 8337. • The All Faiths Food Bank will distribute free food to those in need on the third Thursday of each month, from 9 a.m. to noon, at the 7th Day Adventist Church, 2865 SE Ami Drive. • The regular meeting of the Arcadian Housing Authority Board of Commissioners is held at 12:15 p.m. on the third Thursday of every month at the Arcadia Housing Authority, 7 Booker T Washington Road. Call 494-4343 for details. • DeSoto Cares, a community group dedicated to searching out homelessness needs and solutions, meets on the third
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Thursday at 5:15 p.m. at the Arcadia Housing Authority Conference Room. For details, call Rev. Ted Hanus at 993-3435. • USDA Commodities Distribution takes place at Seventh Day Adventist Church, 2867 Ami Drive, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. You qualify if you receive Medicaid, Supplemental Social Security Income (SSI), Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF), Food Stamps, or are eligible based on income. Recipients must fill out a form each time to demonstrate qualification. USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. • The DeSoto Amateur Radio Club meets at 7 p.m. on the third Thursday of every month at the DeSoto County Emergency Operations Center, 2200 Roan St., Arcadia. Anyone interested may attend. Talk in for the meetings is at 147.180+ DARC repeater. • Family Safety Alliance for DeSoto, Manatee and Sarasota counties, sponsored by Department of Children and Families, meets at 4 p.m. third Thursdays monthly at Lakewood Ranch Northern Trust Bank’s community room, 6320 Venture Drive, Lakewood Ranch. For information, call Kerri Gibson at 941-316-6129. • DeSoto County Historical Society Research Library is open in the Ingraham Seed House, 120 W. Whidden Street: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursdays (except for the second Thursday of the month), and second and fourth Saturdays, and by appointment. • The John Morgan Ingraham House museum, 300 N. Monroe Ave., is open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursdays, except the second Thursday, and second and fourth Saturdays,. • The All Faiths Food Bank distributes free food 9 a.m. to noon every Thursday at Trinity United Methodist Church, 304 W. Oak St. •Friendship Center, 219 W. Oak St. for crafts, 9:30-11 a.m. Lunch available with a 48-hr. advance notice; call 494-5965. • The All Faiths Food Bank distributes free food 6-10 a.m. Monday through Friday at the Center for the Needy, 161 S. Orange St. • Relaxation Yoga Class is canceled this week. Class resumes May 28. • DeSoto County Library story time is at 3 p.m. at 125 N. Hillsborough Ave., Arcadia. Call 993-4851 for more information. • Temple Beth El – North Port Jewish Center, 33840 South Biscayne Drive, North Port,hosts an American Contract Bridge League every Thursday, at 1 p.m. at the temple. The cost is $6 per session. We will be participating in “The Common Game.”For reservations call Shelli Wetherson at 941-497-7184. • Cocaine Anonymous meetings are held every Thursday from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church.
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For information, call Curtis Clark at 244-2884 or Sandra Elmore at 352-476-8520. • Faith Mission provides free lunches for anyone in need, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 1109 S.E. 9th St., Arcadia. Donations gratefully accepted. • Alcoholics Anonymous Second Tradition meets at 8 p.m. at St. Edmund’s Episcopal Church, 327 W. Hickory St. • Prescription Assistance is at the DeSoto County Health Department Clinic Location: 1031 E. Oak St., Arcadia. Call to make an appointment or for more information, call 491-7580 ext. 256.
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• Deaconess and Women workshop, 9 a.m. to noon, May 22, at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, 304 West Myrtle St. For more information, call Deaconess Karri Greene at 863-993-1248. • The Sprout Route of All Faiths Food Bank comes to Arcadia Housing Authority on the second and fourth Friday of each month, 10-11:30 a.m., on May 22, June 12 and June 26. • The All Faiths Food Bank distributes free food 6-10 a.m. Monday through Friday at the Center for the Needy, 161 S. Orange St. • Arcadia Quilt Club meets from 9-11:30 a.m. Fridays at the Palace Dance Hall, 1627 N.E. Floridian Circle, Arcadia. •Friendship Center, 219 W. Oak St. Low impact exercises from 9:30-10 a.m.followed by Bingo from 10-11 a.m. Lunch available with a 48-hr. advance notice; call 494-5965. • iPads and eBooks - Instruction and assistance with questions about using your digital devices at 3 p.m. every Friday at the DeSoto Public Library. • Walk & Talk: gentle exercise and conversation at 4 p.m. every Friday at the DeSoto Public Library. • Square Dancing classes are held at the Palace Square Dance Hall, 1627 N.E. Floridian Circle, from 7-9 p.m. every Friday. Robert at 813-601-1834 or Mary at 941-380-5336 494-2749 for information. • Faith Mission provides free lunches for anyone in need, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 1109 S.E. 9th St., Arcadia. Donations gratefully accepted. • Sabbath service begins at 7:30 p.m. at Temple Beth El, 3840 S. Biscayne Dr., North Port. Oneg Shabbat follows.
SATURDAY
• The Hazel McKinney Missionary Society of Ivey Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church invites the community to its Annual Night in White Program, at 5 p.m. May 23. The guest speaker will be Rev. Ella Edwards of Allen Temple AME Church, Lake Wales, a truly appointed woman of God, a dynamic preacher and teacher. • Peace River Audubon Society plans a kayak trip on Prairie Creek in Punta Gorda on May 23. Meet at Hathaway Park on Washington Loop Road at 7:30 a.m. Car pool to Prairie Creek 1.5 mi away. Bring sunscreen, water, lunch, your own kayak and PFD and be able to swim. For more information, call Mike Krzyzkowski at 244-2652. • The Antique Fair takes place in downtown Arcadia on the fourth Saturday of every month starting at 8 a.m. Dozens of dealers line the sidewalks on and around West Oak St. For information, visit www.ArcadiaFLantiques.com; to inquire about booth space, call 993-5105. • The John Morgan Ingraham House museum, 300 N. Monroe Ave., is open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the fourth Saturday of the month. • The NAACP meets at 6 p.m. every fourth Saturday of the month at Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church, 319 S. Lee Ave. • Fit DeSoto meets the fourth Saturday of the month for a free exercise class and run/walk at Morgan Park. High energy and fun! Arrive by 10 a.m. in workout clothes, running shoes with a towel and water. Children must be accompanied by an adult. • DeSoto County Library children’s movies are offered at 10:30 a.m. at 125 N. Hillsborough Ave. every Saturday. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Call 993-4851 for more information. • The Palace Promenaders meet for square and round dance from 7-9 p.m. every Saturday at the Palace Square Dance Hall, 1627 N.E. Floridian Circle. Art Miller, caller, and Jennie Martin, cueing. Call Jennie at 494-2749 or Mary at 941-380-5336 for information. • Sabbath service begins at 9:30 a.m. at Temple Beth El, 3840 S. Biscayne Dr., North Port. Kiddush will follow.
SUNDAY
• Volunteers needed for the Friendship Center open Monday through Friday, 9 .am. – 4 p.m. Call 494-5965 if you have 4 hrs/week to share. Positions available for receptionists (morning or afternoon), help serving meals, help with activities, special talents, and more. • Alcoholics Anonymous Serenity Group meets at Grace Lutheran Church, W. Oak St. (State Road 70) at 8 p.m. Sunday.
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• Memorial Day is observed today, a Federal holiday. Government and business offices are closed. • The 59th annual British Memorial Service, a tribute to 23 British student pilots from World War II who died while learning to fly in Florida, will be held at 10 a.m. May 23 at Oak Ridge Cemetery, in the “British Plot.” Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Arcadia, the service draws participants from various British clubs from all over Southwest Florida. • The annual Memorial Day tribute to veterans will take
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• To raise funds for the renovation of the JimSpace playground, a fundraiser has started in which you can purchase a picket in the picket fence that will surround the tot play area. For $40, your picket can be engraved with one line, up to 18 characters and spaces. Up to 380 pickets will be sold. You can put your family name, the name of a loved one, or an organization. For details call 863-494-2220 ext. 5236. • The Center for the Needy is desperately in need of essential supplies such as clothing, food, personal hygiene goods, household items, and cash donations. Call 444-0499 for information or pickup. • Veterans — For free transportation to VA clinics, call 993-9670 for an appointment. • Faith Mission provides free lunches for anyone in need 1109 S.E. 9th St., Arcadia. They are in need of cash donations to help pay for utility bills and other expenses.
place at 11 a.m. May 23 at the front steps of the DeSoto County Courthouse. • Third Annual Memorial Day 5-D Barrel Race, $5,000 added, sponsored by Arcadia Rodeo. May 24-25. Exhibition 3-6 p.m. Sunday May 24 and 7:30-8:30 a.m. Monday, and show 9 a.m. Monday. At Arcadia Rodeo Arena. Visit http://arcadiarodeo.com/event/3rd-annual-memorial-day-barrel-race/
TUESDAY
• Habitat for Humanity’s monthly class will be held May 26 at 6 p.m. at SunTrust Bank, second floor, on the topic of Basic Home Maintenance, by Jane Breylinger and Bryon Jewell. Free and open to the public. Light refreshments served. • DeSoto County Commission Board meets at 3 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. in room 103, County Administration Building, 201 E. Oak St., Arcadia. • DeSoto County School Board meets at 5:30 p.m. every second and fourth Tuesday in the School Board meeting room, 530 La Solona Ave., Arcadia. • The All Faiths Food Bank distributes free food 6-10 a.m. Monday through Friday at the Center for the Needy, 161 S. Orange St. • Peggy Simmons Van Vlack will sell and sign copies of her books -- Memoirs of a Medium Vol. I (Hello, I still Love You) and Vol. II (Magic Beauty, Magic Island) -- from noon to 3 p.m. every Tuesday at Cliptomania, at the corner of W Magnolia St. and S. Polk Ave. Copies of her books can also be borrowed from the library. • The All Faiths Food Bank distributes free food 9 a.m. to noon every Tuesday at Trinity United Methodist Church, 304 W. Oak St. • Freedom Fellowship Christian Ministries Support Group meets at 7 p.m. Tuesday at 1528 N.E. Turner Ave. •Friendship Center, 219 W. Oak St. Join us for Movie of the Week, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Lunch available with a 48-hr. advance notice; call 494-5965. • Every Tuesday night, line dance class at the Palace Dance Hall (17N). Beginners welcome. $3 donation. For more info, call Jennie Martin at 494-2749. • Weight Watchers meets every Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church, 1509 E. Oak St. For details visit www. weightwatchers.com and “find a meeting” or call 800-651-6000. • Faith Mission provides free lunches for anyone in need, at 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 1109 S.E. 9th St. Donations gratefully accepted. • DeSoto County Library holds story time at 3 p.m. Tuesdays at 125 N. Hillsborough Ave., Arcadia. Call 993-4851 for more information. • The Peace River Woodcarvers meet from 9 a.m. to noon every Tuesday, at the Speer Center, U.S. Highway 17 North, Arcadia. For information, contact Bill or Mary Morse at 207-418-4687. • Alcoholics Anonymous Second Tradition meets at 8 p.m. at St. Edmund’s Episcopal Church, 327 W. Hickory St. • Prescription Assistance is at the DeSoto County Health Department Clinic Location: 1031 E. Oak St., Arcadia. Call to make an appointment or for more information, call 491-7580 ext. 256.
WEDNESDAY
• Suncoast Community Blood Bank is open from noon to 6 p.m. today at 710 N. Brevard Ave. (U.S. 17 North), Arcadia. For more information, call 993-9366. • The All Faiths Food Bank distributes free food 6-10 a.m. Monday through Friday at the Center for the Needy, 161 S. Orange St. • The All Faiths Food Bank distributes free meals every Wednesday 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, 304 W. Oak St. •Friendship Center, 219 W. Oak St. Low impact exercises from 9:30-10 a.m. followed by dicussion of Healthy Eating and Recipe Sharing from 10-11 a.m. Lunch available with a 48-hr. advance notice; call 494-5965. • Hour of Power Prayer time is held at noon at Freedom Fellowship Christian Ministries, 1528 N.E. Turner Ave. • AA “Brown Bagger” meetings are offered every Wednesday at noon at Trinity United Methodist Church, 304 W. Oak St.
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Regina James, Deloris O’Neal, and Larry and Bernadette Flemming are please to announce the engagement of their children, Veronica Flemming and Richard Stewart. Veronica is the daughter of Deloris O’Neal and Larry Flemming, and Richard is the son of Regina James and the late Morris Stewart. Both bride and groom are Arcadia natives. Veronica graduated from DeSoto County High School in 1987. She earned an Associate degree from South Florida State College, and continued her education, earning a law degree from Nova Southeastern University in 2006.Recently she also earned her license as a freight broker at Valencia College to help the groom in his business. Veronica is a co-director for one of the largest supermarkets in the world with over 17 years of experience. Richard is a 1982 graduate of DeSoto County High School. Shortly after graduation, he joined the U.S. Army, retiring after 23 years in 2005 as a Staff Sergeant. He took over his stepfather’s trucking business and is now the owner/operator of Stewart Trucking. An outdoor wedding is planned for 6 p.m. on Friday, May 22 at the Arcadia Golf Course, with the reception to be held in the ballroom
Literacy Council receives $500 grant The DeSoto County Literacy Council has received a $500 grant from Volunteers Adult Literacy Florida targeting selected intermediate level learners enrolled in the School District of DeSoto County’s Career and Workforce Division at the Family Service Center. The grant will involve academics using Common Core materials and vocational guidance provided through the Career Choices Program offered by the Adult PHOTO PROVIDED BY ANSON RAYMOND Education Division. The goal of the grant is to improve academic, workplace literacy skills, vocational readiness, employability skills, and increase chances of employment for selected Adult Basic Education students along with academic progress on English preparation for the GED with Common Core.
Woman reads essay for Literacy Coalition following the ceremony. The couple offers heartfelt thanks to the Matron of Honor, Xenia Flemming-Patterson of North Port, Best Man Anthony McQueen of Hinesville, Ga., facilitators/decorators Morrissa Stewart and Pat Jones, Tammy Jackson catering services, Kizzy Walker, makeup artist of Lakeland, and Macmuzic Production by RJ Mc of Tampa, along with soloist Mario Bing, Glen Gordon Jr. as reception DJ, and Elder Willie Brooks of St. Petersburg, presiding over the ceremony.
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Thank you Thank you, Fussells Meats, K&J Produce and Walmart for the donations for the DeSoto Habitat for Humanity Volunteer Appreciation Bar B Cue. And a huge thank you to Bob and Ernie who are here on the job site every day. Ana Magana, a student in the School District of DeSoto County’s Career and Work Force Division at the Family Service Center, was one of 10 students from throughout Florida selected by the Florida Literacy Coalition to read essays they submitted to the FLC last fall. Ana read her essay at the Coalition’s annual conference in Orlando on April 29, Adult Learner Day. Ana is pictured with her daughter Annie.
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One minor injury in Tuesday wreck The Florida Highway Patrol reported a single-vehicle wreck in which an 18-year-old Arcadia woman suffered minor injuries. According to FHP, Alexandra Reed was driving a 2008 Suzuki four-door vehicle in the area of State Road 31 and County Road 760A around 5 p.m. when, for unknown reasons, the vehicle rolled over. The DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests: • Shane Boomhower, 28, Punta Gorda. Charge: violation of probation. Bond: none. • Tiffany Lynn Holbine, 25, North Port. Charges: possession of less than 20 grams of marijuana and possession or use of drug equipment. Bond: $240. • Brittany Nicole Howard, 27, Park Place, Arcadia. Charge: battery. Bond: $750. • Herbert Junior Sanchez, 28, 1500 block of N.W. Magnolia Terrace, Arcadia. Charge: possession or use of drug equipment. Bond: $120. • Andrea Lee Thacker, 41, 700 block of N. Lee Ave., Arcadia. Charges: two counts of sale of methamphetamine within 1,000 ft. of prohibited location and possession or use of drug equipment. Bond: $40,240. • Adam Keith Torres, 27, 1600 block of S.W. Brannan Drive, Arcadia. Charge: possession of less than 20 grams of marijuana. Bond: $120. • Joseph Mark Waller, 29, Daytona Beach, Fla. Charges: three counts of smuggling contraband (intoxicating beverage) into prison. Bond: $22,500. • Justin Wayne Wilhite, 31, Punta Gorda. Charge: violation of probation. Bond: none. • Shane Joseph Little, 27, 100 block
Charges: contempt of court and kidnap or false imprisonment of adult or child under 13. Bond: $55,000. • Joseph Burton Nair, 53, 5300 block of S.W. Welles Ave., Arcadia. Charge: violation of probation. Bond: none. The information for Police Beat is gathered from police, sheriff’s • Lonnie Ray Nair, 48, 53, 5300 block office, Florida Highway Patrol, jail and fire records. Not every arrest of S.W. Welles Ave., Arcadia. Charges: leads to a conviction and guilt or innocence is determined by the aggravated battery and felony battery. court system. Bond: none. • Jammarius Altervon Bing, 25, Lake of E. Cypress St., Arcadia. Charge: outPlacid. Charge: fraudulent illegal use of-county warrant. Bond: $650. of credit cards more than twice in six • Richard Earl Evans, 38, 2400 block of S.W. Sunflower St., Arcadia. Charge: months to obtain more than $100. Bond: $1,000. violation of probation. Bond: none. • Justin Blake Felty, 33, 2300 block • Guadelupe Jose Lopez, 68, no of S.E. Cessna Drive, Arcadia. Charge: address, Arcadia. Charges: disorderly battery. Bond: $750. public intoxication and trespass on • Austin Levi Game, 22, 4500 block property. Bond: $370. • Sherriana Ronika Nicklow, 28, 1000 of S.W. Horseshoe Terrace, Arcadia. Charge: driving while license is block of S.W. Golden Ave., Arcadia. suspended. Bond: $120. Charge: violation of probation. Bond: • Elissier Joseph, 31, Immokalee. none. Charge: unarmed burglary of an occu• Tarshekia Lasha Francois, 26, 700 pied conveyance. Bond: $10,000. block of N. 7th Ave., Arcadia. Charge: • Gavino Arzos Lopez, 21, 2nd Ave., grand theft between $300-$5,000. Arcadia. Charge: resisting or obstructBond: $1,000. ing an officer without violence. Bond: • Julia Barrera Pineda, 28, 500 block $750. of Clark Lane, Arcadia. Charges: • Amado Olvera Mendieta, 41, 1500 possession of a controlled substance without a prescription and possession block of N.E. Lincoln St., Arcadia. Charge: driving while license is more or use of drug equipment. Bond: than 4 months expired. Bond: $120. $1,120. • Latricia Ann Brown, 27, 2600 block • Fulvia Belamirna Rodriguez, 53, 1800 block of DeSoto Landing, Arcadia. of S.W. Lois Ave., Arcadia. Charge: neglect of child without great harm. Charge: retail theft. Bond: $120. Bond: none. • Terry Allen Schenk, 43, Punta • Austin Lee Durie, 27, first block Gorda. Charge: out-of-county warrant. Bond: $950. • Beverly Barrera, 40, 3500 block of 1st Ave., Arcadia. Charge: violation of probation. Bond: $785. • Joshua Aaron Bennett, 30, S.W. U.S. Highway 17, Arcadia. Charge: violation of probation. Bond: none. • Andres Hernandez Juarez, 46, 1500 block of S.E. Airport Road, Arcadia. By CRAIG S. GARRETT ArcAdiAn correspondent
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2015 Once again, it is time for us to honor our DeSoto County High School graduates. We at The Arcadian are preparing for our annual graduation keepsake edition. It will be filled with all the senior pictures, congratulations from local businesses and loved ones, as well as many other pages filled with memories for the seniors and their families to have as their own keepsake.
of S. Monroe Ave., Arcadia. Charges: unarmed burglary of unoccupied conveyance and grand theft between $300-$5,000. Bond: $6,000. • Micheal Anthony Evans, 52, Wauchula. Charge: aggravated battery causing bodily harm or disability. Bond: none. • Pedro Ramirez, 35, 3rd Ave., Arcadia. Charge: disorderly public intoxication. Bond: $120. • James Earl Martin, 54, 200 block of Providence St., Arcadia. Charge: petty theft between $100-$300. Bond: $120. The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests: • Shane Joseph Little, 27, 100 block of E. Cypress St., Arcadia. Charge: violation of probation. Bond: $650. • Adam Lee Crider, 30, 12400 block of S.W. Lexington Place, Arcadia. Charge: criminal mischief with $200-$1,000 damage and two counts of violation of condition of pretrial release. Bond: none. The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrest: • Joshua Busche, 27, 9000 block of S.W. Raccoon Trail, Arcadia. Charge: possession of less than 20 grams of marijuana, possession or use of drug equipment, giving false ID to officer and violation of probation. Bond: $3,000. — Compiled by Susan E. Hoffman
Ending pain: Chiropractor offers relief in as little as one visit
Robert Alfini’s career in medicine started with a journey to end pain. He trained in judo as a youngster and back pain was part of the learning. A cousin recommended a chiropractor. Sure enough, the healing art worked. “Right away,” Alfini said, “I felt better. I mean, there was some stiffness the next day, but I suddenly felt completely better. I remember thinking I can do this, I can help others.” Today that repaired man with an absolutely straight posture is Dr. Robert B. Alfini, an Arcadian chiropractor practicing 15 years in the city. He is helping those with pulling, lifting, twisting and stress injuries. Getting hurt can be caused by changing a tire, moving a heavy bed, shoving a refrigerator in place, driving a golf ball or swinging a ball bat, chores, recreation and professional tasks that cause an uh-oh moment. Injuries can date to childhood, a bad fall tucked away and forgotten. There’s even evidence that stress causes the body to contort. It is also about more serious injuries
such as from car accidents or falling. Or having a 1,000-pound animal sitting in your lap. Arcadian Mindy McClelland was suddenly clinging to her frightened horse, falling backward as the horse on its rear legs collapsed. The horse sat and then rolled on McClelland’s hips, a terrible panic resulting in an upper leg fracture. As it healed from being pancaked, her body compensated, shifting her hips and pelvis, and in her lower spine, Alfini said. To be comfortable, her body took the shape of a straightened paperclip. The involuntary shifting allowed the leg to heal but caused a malformed alignment, which placed McClelland in sharp pain. In desperation, she turned to Alfini. Because her injury was extreme, she’s visited the office at 440 N. Brevard a dozen times. And she follows with visits to her surgeon, to ensure the bone is healing properly. A tune-up or annual visit to a chiropractor is often enough to work out the kinks and alignment issues an average person may suffer. “It has been absolutely amazing,”
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This section will appear in the Arcadian on June 11th. If you would like to have a picture or pictures of your senior and a personal message to them in our special edition, call today at 863-494-2434 for pricing and to reserve your spot.
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Chiropractor Dr. Robert Alfini, right, and his receptionist, Judy Rowley, can help relieve the pains his patients suffer from stress, injury, or day-to-day living and aging.
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| OBITUARIES Frank Robert Bauer
William Henry Smith
Frank Robert Bauer, 71, of Punta Gorda, Fla., passed away Saturday, May 9, 2015, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born Sept. 30, 1943, in Chicago, Ill. Frank moved to Southwest Florida in 2007, after spending more than 40 years raising his family in Neshkoro, Wis., and Wautoma, Wis. Frank retired after 44 years as a switch technician with CenturyLink Telephone Company. He was a “do-it-yourself” guy who could fix or build practically anything. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing, and was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Punta Gorda. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Rose; daughters, Shelley Legried of Wisconsin, Jennifer (Travis) Brown of Florida, and Lynette (Kerry) Yoakum of Virginia; son, Steven (Marisa) Bauer of Florida (Steven is the assistant editor of The Arcadian); sister, Jean Hill of Nevada; eight grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his father, Raymond; mother, Josephine; brothers, George, Jim, Don and Ray; and sisters, Pat and Carol. An open memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 23, 2015, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Punta Gorda. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the family or Tidewell Hospice. The Bauer family would like to give a special thanks to Dr. Chris Lobo and his assistant, Julie, for their wonderful care and guidance as Frank battled his illness; and to all the doctors, nurses and caretakers at Tidewell Hospice in Englewood, Fla., who lovingly cared for him during his final days.
William Henry “Bill” Smith, 77, passed away Sunday, May 10, 2015, at his home in North Fort Myers, Fla. He was born Oct. 15, 1937, in Arcadia, Fla., the only child of Herman and Verona Smith. Bill grew up in Arcadia, and attended the local schools. At 16, he joined the Florida National Guard. After graduation from DeSoto County High School, he was discharged from the Guard and joined the United States Marine Corps, where he served at various bases for three years. He then joined the U.S. Army, graduating officer candidate school in the top 5 percent of his class and designated a “distinguished military graduate.” Bill was in the Vietnam War from 1969 to 1970, as the signal officer of an artillery battalion. He was awarded two Bronze Stars, the Army Commendation Medal, the Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry with Palm, the Vietnam Campaign Ribbon with three stars, and the Vietnam Service Medal. During his other services, he received the Meritorious Service Medal, two Army Commendation Medals, and the Army and Marine Corps Good Conduct Medals. Bill retired from the Army in 1982, with 25 years of active service, plus his National Guard Service. He was always proud of his military service, and being one of the many men from Arcadia who served their country with distinction. Bill was a member of the Masonic Lodge for 40 years. He is survived by his loving wife, Karen; children, William Scott Smith and Leigh Ann Smith; and grandchildren, Jeffrey, Dylan and Summer Smith. Never forget, Once a Marine, Always a Marine, Semper Fi. Burial was on Monday, May 18, 2015, at Sarasota National Cemetery, Sarasota, Fla., with Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bill’s name may be made to your local humane society. Bill’s family would like to thank the Doctors and staff of Complex Care Hospital at Ridgelake in Sarasota for their tremendous compassion, help and care during Bill’s stay.
Anita J. Popluhar of Arcadia, Florida passed away on Feb. 28, 2015 at the age of 72. Anita was born July 28, 1942 to the later Gerald and Eleanor Balcomb. She is survived by her husband, Stephen Popluhar; her brother, Larry Balcomb; daughters Shari June, Atina Capello, and Judi Lee; and sons Doug Popluhar, Stephen Popluhar, Wayne Popluhar and David Popluhar; 19 grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on June 13, 2015 at Fyler Community Church on Fyler Road, Kirkville, New York.
First Christian First Baptist Church Church of Arcadia Celebrative Worship Challenging Bible Study Connection With People
1006 N. Brevard Ave. Loving God, Connecting with People, Expanding His Kingdom
34 El Verano Ave.
(863) 558-0982
Sunday School 9:30am 9:30 - Sunday School Morning Worship 10:30am Sunday School/Life Groups 10:45 - Morning Worship Evening Worship 6:00pm 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM 6:00 - Evening Worship Wednesday Prayer Mtg. Family Wednesdays 6:00 Contemporary Worship 6:00pm AWANA & YOUTH 10:45 AM - Noon Where the Bible is preached 863-494-4345 863-494-3622 www.cbcarcadia.org www.firstbaptistarcadia.com & Christ is King!
FIRST Fort Ogden PRESBYTERIAN United Methodist Church CHURCH 6923 SW River St. 209 West Hickory Street 863.494.3881
Mission: Sunday School 9:00am “Take Jesus with you Adult Sunday - Worship 10:00am wherever you go” (Nursery Children’s Church Provided) Worship: 9:45am Sunday School 11:00am Traditional Worship Casual, Family Oriented
Grace Lutheran Church 1004 W. Oak Street
Rev. Mark Steinke
Interim Pastor Adult Sunday School 8:45 AM Mondays - A.A. & Al-Anon 7:30pm Wednesday - Youth & Children Sunday Worship 10:00 AM Ministry 5:30pm - 7pm All Welcome! & Bible Study - 6:30pm
Kings Way Heritage Baptist Church Baptist Church 27 N. Polk Ave., Arcadia, FL Where the Book and the Blood are Believed and Taught.
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“The Home of DeSoto (941) 915-1961 Sunday School - 10:00 am Christian School” Sunday Morning - 11:00am Sunday School - 10am KJV 1611 Sunday Morning Worship 11am Sun. Evening Service 6pm Wed. Evening Service 7pm
Rev. 20:15 - And whosoever was not found written in the book of life was cast into the lake of fire.
North See Your Church in this Hillsborough Baptist Church spot (253 N. Hillsborough Ave.) Pastor Ellis Cross For Only 863-494-3455 $8 weekly!
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June Robertson June Robertson, 83, of Arcadia, Fla., died Friday, May 8, 2015, at Sarasota Memorial Hospital in Sarasota, Fla. She was born July 20, 1931, in Miami, Fla. June had been a resident of DeSoto County, Fla., since 1975, coming from Pine Island, Fla. She was of the Baptist faith. June was a member of the American Legion, and was retired from the United States Army, where she had served as a communications specialist. She is survived by her sisters-in-law, Susie Robertson of Bokeelia, Fla., and Elizabeth Robertson of Brandon, Fla.; and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Keith and William H. Robertson. Memorial services, along with Military Honors, will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 21, 2015, at “the old homestead,” 4570 S.W. Addison Ave., Arcadia. Arrangements are by Robarts Family Funeral Home, Wauchula, Fla.
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Episcopal Church 327 W. Hickory St. (70 W at Manatee)
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Trinity United Methodist Church
“To know Christ and to make Him known” 304 W. Oak Street • 494-2543
Sunday Morning Worship Starting at 9:30 am Sunday School 10:45 am Sun. 4:30 p.m. UMYF Wed. 6:30 pm Bible Study Nursery Available Pastor Jim Wade View Service at:
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emorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, was first celebrated on May 30, 1868 on an order from General John Logan. In 1882, the name was changed to Memorial Day. Surprisingly, this day to honor loved ones who have died and share in patriotic services didn’t become a national holiday until 1971. Originally a day set aside to honor those who gave their lives fighting for freedom, Memorial Day has now become a special time for remembering all who have died and for decorating their graves. Memorial Day has its roots in the fierce and costly battle at Gettysburg, where thousands from both the Union and Confederate armies perished during the Civil War. Most associate President Abraham Lincoln with this historic battle because of his brief but enduring “Gettysburg Address,” which is repeated in memorials across the nation on this day we
Roger Campbell stop to remember. But is all this remembering good for us? Does it enrich us or push us into pits of remorse? Is there a Biblical call for such national looking back? The answer lies in a command given by Joseph, one the Patriarchs of Israel, who in his youth was sold into slavery by his envious brothers. Then things got worse. Joseph’s master’s wife tried to seduce him while her prosperous husband was away on a business trip. Talk about sexual harassment on the job! When Joseph refused the immoral
advances of this temptress and ran from her, she caught a piece of his clothing and used it as evidence for a trumped up rape charge, causing him to be thrown into prison. Still, in that dark place, Joseph remained faithful, believing God would ultimately bring good out of his dismal circumstances. While in prison, Joseph interpreted a dream for Pharaoh’s former butler. When the butler was released and regained his job, he recommended Joseph as one who could tell the king the meaning of a troubling dream; one that predicted seven good years ahead for Egypt followed by seven years of famine. Pharaoh was so impressed by Joseph’s wisdom, insights and his walk with God that he made him his top man. Joseph’s prayers were answered beyond his wildest dreams … but in God’s time. Joseph died at the ripe old age of 110 years and was buried in Egypt but his final request was to finally be
transported home (Genesis 50:25). He foresaw the coming miracle of Israel’s escape from slavery and asked that they carry him with them as a reminder of God’s faithfulness to him during dark days and in securing their freedom. He believed remembering would enrich their lives and build their faith so left a lasting legacy about focusing on the work of God in his life. Like the rest of us, Joseph wasn’t perfect, but it’s unlikely that those who carried him on their shoulders as they headed home gave any thought to whatever faults they may have known about in him. Instead, it’s likely they focused on his faith. And as we pause to remember those who’ve traveled home ahead of us, we’ll be enriched by following their example. — Roger Campbell was an author, a broadcaster and columnist who was a pastor for 22 years. Email rcministry@ ameritech.net.
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setting limits without waging war; avoiding power struggles; guiding kids to own and solve Recently, several local parents their problems; and teaching completed a program called kids to complete chores without Parenting the Love and Logic Way, reminders and without pay. a Title I sponsored course. This Parents who attended said was a seven-week program, direct- the skills they learned had an ed by the DeSoto County School immediate influence on their District’s Parent Involvement family dynamics in a positive Specialist, Davida Goldman. manner and they encourage She guided parents through other parents looking to two hours a week of provided sharpen their skills to attend. course material that instilled Future classes and other parent parenting skills such as: putting involvement activity night an end to arguing, back talk, information will be available and begging; teaching responthrough the community portal sibility without losing their love; at www.desotoschools.com
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Front row, from left: Guadalupe Lopez Correa, Rosa Sanchez and daughter Rosemary Sanchez, Ilda Alvarado, Rafaela Parada, Sara Olvera, Jacqueline Segura, Rocio Alvarez, Beatriz Menendez. Back row, from left: Irma Correa, Odilia Olguin, Alicia DelaCruz, Maria Nuevo, Maribel Castellano, Maria Perez, Reyna Atonio, Shanna Tucker, Davida Goldman.
Emergency Operations gearing up for hurricane season By SUSAN E. HOFFMAN ArcAdiAn Editor
county Facilities Management, DeSoto Memorial Hospital, the Probation office and the Red Cross, along with the With hurricane season just around recently trained Community Emergency the corner, the DeSoto County Response Team. Emergency Operations Center held Emergency Manager Doug Christ exan exercise Monday with the county plained that the Emergency Operations departments and other organizations Center is the coordinating agency, and that respond during emergencies. each office and organization will have Among those represented were DeSoto assignments to perform during an County Fire Rescue, DeSoto County emergency. Sheriff’s Office, DeSoto School District, “Our EOC was established in 1976,”
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Christ said. “Each Florida County has one, and emergency staff can go and help other counties when necessary, because they all have similar procedures.” EOC coordinates resources, including staffing, supplies such as water and food, and services such as debris removal. “It cost $27 million for debris removal in DeSoto County after Hurricane Charley,” Christ said. In order to qualify for reimbursement from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the county must carefully document every step and every expense. First, Christ explained, the EOC has to request the Board of County Commissioners to declare a state of emergency. “Before (Hurricane) Isaac,” Christ said, ARCADIAN PHOTOS BY SUSAN E. HOFFMAN “it looked like it would come this way, Emercency Operations Director Doug Christ, and over the weekend we had to make standing before the iconic photo of Arcadia’s a decision whether to close schools water tower crumpled by Hurrican Charley,
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County first responders, including Fire Rescue, the Sheriff, hospital and other offices, met Monday for an overview on emergency response in DeSoto County, led by Emergency Operations Director Doug Christ. A free seminar to prepare residents for hurricane season is scheduled for June 2.
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Post Office delivers food to those in need Members of the DeSoto County Senior Friendship program, “Grandparents Raising Grandchildren,” turned out in full force to help with the Mail Carrier Food Drive. They are: Diane Day, Hattie Brown, Dianetta Bing, Cynthia Washington, Nadine Evans and Josepa Smith.
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Steve Fleming and Angie O’Leary help Lorna Johnson load the truck to take food to the American Legion to sort. Lorna is the Postmaster of the Fort Ogden and Nocatee post offices and Detail Supervisor of the Arcadia Post Office.
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and government offices on Monday. By Friday it looked like it would hit us, and Saturday, and even Sunday morning. Then it turned, and there was no need to close schools and offices but by that time, the decision had been made and it
A portion of the food collected during the Postal Carriers Food Drive, lined up at the American Legion building ready for distribution.
couldn’t be changed.” During Charley, the EOC operated in the Commissioners’ hearing room. Since then, the county has built a new facility on the grounds of the Turner Center which meets all the state and national specifications for an emergency center. DeSoto may also have to prepare in case of an emergency, such as a hurricane or tornado, that affects
Ronald Kocher and Jackie Tucker, representing the American Legion and its Auxiliary, have been co-chairmen of the Mail Carrier Food Drive for 16 years. coastal communities and drives people inland looking for shelter. Even if no specific emergency conditions are occurring within DeSoto, the county may still have to deal with evacuees, directing traffic and possibly even providing shelter. The annual DeSoto County Hurricane Seminar will take place on June 2 at the Turner Agri-Civic Center, 2250 N.E. Roan St. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; EOC
Director Doug Christ will speak at 6 p.m. and WINK-TV Meteorologist Jim Farrell will speak at 7 p.m. on the hurricane outlook for 2015. There will also be displays and handouts from several local agencies, offices and organizations, with helpful tips on how to prepare yourself in the event of an emergency. The seminar is free and open to the public. Light refreshments and beverages will be available for purchase.
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The fruit with a festival — watermelon
Colleen Spangler can’t get enough of that cool DeSoto treat.
Florida Watermelon Queen Kelli Wilder won the over-12 watermelon-eating contest.
Carol Manwell was one of several vendors with interesting handicrafts displayed for sale, along with food vendors and activities for families.
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Victoria Avila is crowned the 2015 DeSoto County Watermelon Queen.
This is what it’s all about ... watermelon! Florida ranks first among the states in watermelon production value. It’s a $112 million annual business here, according to the state.
Lillian Graves is delighted to ride a pretty white pony while Steven Graves keeps a steady hand to make sure she doesn’t fall.
You can do it! Friends urge on contestants in the watermelon-eating contest. It’s a messy business but a sure way to get your fill of the sweet fruit.
Divas plan Savannah trip By SUSAN E. HOFFMAN ArcAdiAn Editor
Noah Wiley has his own crafts booth set up, featuring watermelon designs on some of his wares.
The city of Savannah, Georgia, draws tourists all year round because of its renowned Victorian architecture, its place in history, and its well known Southern charm. Founded in 1751, it was a strategic seaport in both the Revolutionary and Civil wars. The city includes several historic districts and parks, and is also noted as the birthplace of Juliette Gordon Low, who founded the Girls Scouts of America. Many people know it as the setting for the best-seller book, Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil, later made into a movie, and several of the key locations from the story can be seen, such as the Mercer-Williams House and Club One, the home of Lady Chablis. The Savvy Sensational Divas of DeSoto are planning a fall trip to Savannah to see the sights. The trip is set for Sept. 15-18, and includes travel there and back by deluxe motor coach, hotel accommodations, professionally guided tours of several of the highlights, and five meals. The cost is $489 per person (double), or $589 (single). Arrangements are through Trinity
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The Savvy Sensational Divas plan a trip to the charming city of Savannah, Georgia in September and spots are still open for the 4-day, 3-night venture. VIP Travel, www.trinityviptravel.com. Reservations are being accepted now; to reserve your spot, call Karen at 863993-2466. A $100 deposit is required to hold your spot.
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STEWART FROM PAGE 1 to be an active participant in helping my staff deal with any issues they are facing, and to offer any support I can to ensure a positive result. The same goes for working with city residents on specific complaints they might have.” Stewart added although his job is to carry out the wishes of the city council, he is not afraid to recommend what he considers the best option available. “It’s your show, not mine,” he said. “But I will recommend what I believe is the best direction to take on a particular issue. I may not tell you what you want to hear, but I will tell you what you need to hear.” When asked for his philosophy on issues such as infrastructure and economic development, Stewart responded that he is a strong believer in revenue diversity, particularly in ensuring that a municipality doesn’t rely too heavily on property taxes for the bulk of its general revenue. He noted that during his tenure in Cape Coral, 63 percent of the city’s revenue was based on property taxes. When the economic downturn hit in 2007, the city lost 53 percent of that revenue in the first year of the recession, and 51 percent the following year. To counter such extreme losses, he says items such as a public safety service taxes can help soften the blow to a city’s revenue during weak economic times. He also said he’s not opposed to securing bonds to improve the quality of life for city residents. “Sometimes it’s in a city’s best interests to use debt to improve the conditions in a community,” he said. “It needs to be carefully thought out, but when done right it can be a very effective approach.” Prior to becoming involved in city administration, Stewart served as a fire chief for the city of Lauderdale Lakes, Fla., and then assistant fire chief for Pembroke Pines. He said although he misses his time in public safety, there are comparisons between the two jobs. “In both positions you’re putting out fires — they just happen to be different types,” he joked.
A clearcut choice for council During the interview process, each council member was asked to assign
Dale Brown, left, the council’s No. 2 choice for the City Administrator position, talks with George Chase of Friends of Arcadia Airport during the Thursday evening “meet-and-greet.”
RELIEF FROM PAGE 8 McClelland said. “Dr. Alfini isolated the problem, and quickly. I am so happy I found him.” Not everyone, of course, is a candidate for chiropractic care. Serious health issues from car accidents, spinal injuries or degenerative disease may require a board-certified physician, medication, and even surgery. Even so, many auto injuries involving the spine and neuromuscular system can be treated by a chiropractor. For the rest of us, aches and kinks are part of living. Everyone gets them, from kids through seniors. In fact,
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Former Cape Coral and Fort Myers Beach city manager, Terry Stewart, was chosen by City Council on Friday for the Arcadia City Administrator position. Council directed staff to begin negotiations on an agreement with Stewart. a number grade from 1-5 (5 being the highest) in areas ranging from enthusiasm and communication to preparation and technical skills. Stewart easily outpaced the other candidates with a final score of 38.8, which was three points higher than the second-place finalist. While discussing the candidates with Bressner, each council member offered insight into why they believed Stewart was the best fit for the job. “I thought he was right on with what I’m looking for,” Mayor Judy WertzStrickland said. “Mr. Bressner, the first time we spoke I told you I was hoping you’d bring us a rock star. I believe you’ve done just that.” One area that particularly resonated with Wertz-Strickland was Stewart’s philosophy on mentoring employees. “He’s done a good job in his past experience handling employees, and I really like that he is in favor of mentoring individuals,” she said. “I have a problem when a manager won’t work with an employee who maybe isn’t quite where they need to be in terms of job performance. He’s also very knowledgeable about budgeting, infrastructure projects, and has proven he can step up to the role of being a leader.” Councilman Joe Fink admitted Stewart wasn’t his first choice because of concerns that his experience working in large cities such as Cape Coral wouldn’t transfer well to a smaller community like Arcadia, but said Stewart’s interview changed his mind. “He won me over, actually,” Fink said. “When I saw someone who was coming from such a large city like Cape Coral, I didn’t believe it would be a good fit for us. But after explaining why he would be comfortable here in addition to his past accomplishments, I came away very impressed.” Council members Susan Coker and Delshay Turner agreed with the rest of the council, adding they were impressed with his past accomplishments and his ideas for the future direction of the city. “Mr. Stewart made a statement
during one point in the interview where he mentioned this was a pivotal time for the growth and development of our city, and that really hit the nail on the head for me,” Coker said. “I was very impressed with him.” The only council member who didn’t have Stewart as a top pick was Deputy Mayor Alice Frierson, who ranked finalist Dale Brown as her favorite for the position. Frierson did add, however, that she was impressed with Stewart’s answers in the interview, and that she wouldn’t have a problem voting in favor of him for the position. “He was clearly the best interview and he excels in public relations, which is something that would benefit this city greatly,” she said. “I preferred Mr. Brown because I feel he has more experience in the particular issues this city is faced with.” Bressner agreed with the council that Stewart’s interview, coupled with his positive private interactions with council members and the public during the meet-and-greet and tour, made him a strong candidate for the job. “Any of your finalists would be a great choice, but he was clearly your top pick, and I think he would work well here with all of you and members of the community,” he said. Three council members had Brown as their No. 2 choice for the position, but after reviewing the council’s score sheets Bressner said a less impressive
Alfini recommends regular visits. Once beyond the friendly greeting of receptionist Judy Rowley, Alfini will ask questions. He has an interesting practice, in that many patients regularly return. The relationship allows information to flow more freely. Most of us don’t know our medical doctor that well. Our bodies malfunction most likely because we’ve slipped, twisted or lifted poorly. We may not know that we’ve hurt ourselves, Alfini said, or have long forgotten a childhood push or slip, a bad jump, something that caused our bodies to misalign. The most common reasons for injuries are auto accidents, he said. His job is to re-educate or retrain the neuromuscular system, either through adjustment or therapy.
He treats police officers, equipment operators, tradesmen, those with high stress or laborers. A teacher, for instance, will suffer neck, shoulder and lower back issues, mostly from the hunching stress of the job. It’s no surprise the symptoms will lessen in summer months, Alfini said. Seniors are vulnerable to injuries because connective muscles and tendons lose elasticity as the body’s lubricants and moisture dry in advancing years. Exercise, a healthy weight, weight training and regular visits to his office keep seniors loose, limber and productive. Robert Alfini graduated from the National College in Illinois, today the National University of Health Sciences. His training and his years in practice
interview pushed his final numbers down. “I will say that (Brown) lost some ground in his interview,” Bressner said. “He certainly has the qualifications, but he struggled at times to offer clarity on some of the questions you as a council asked him.” Current Avon Park administrator Julian Deleon was Fink’s and Coker’s second choice, although several council members were concerned about what they felt was a very strict management style. After further discussion about the council’s choice for its backup candidate, Coker moved for the city to offer the administrator position to Stewart, which was approved unanimously. Bressner then recommended the council nominate a backup candidate in case negotiations with Stewart are unsuccessful, and the council voted 3-2 to select Brown (Fink and Coker dissented). Interim City Administrator Beth Carsten noted during the council’s regular meeting Tuesday that negotiations with Stewart had begun, but did not give a timetable when a final agreement might be approved by the council.
Regular business During Tuesday’s meeting, Carsten told the council that confusing language in the city airport’s minimum standards requires clarification from the Federal Aviation Administration over whether a monopoly could occur if the city contracts certain property out to a fixed based operator. Carsten said that she, City Attorney T.J. Wohl and Hanson Professional Service’s Mike Moon are scheduled to meet with FAA representatives next Wednesday in Orlando to clarify the document’s language. Once the matter is cleared up, she said staff should have a lease agreement with Eagle Vistas LLC to present to council at its next meeting for the company to become the airport’s next FBO. In other news, Marshall Matt Anderson said an anonymous donor gave the Arcadia Police Department $50,000 for the purchase of two new patrol vehicles. He added the APD was also in discussions with the DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office for the donation of one of DCSO’s vehicles to help replace an aging APD cruiser.
Senior Adviser Kurt Bressner, left, greets Terry Stewart and his wife, Vivian Stewart, during the Thursday evening meetand-greet.
have taught Alfini that the body’s organs, nervous system, muscles and bone are interconnected, that issues here could be caused by things over there. He is intuitive, bird-dogging the little clues patients in pain signal with an involuntary grimace or wince, contorting to ease the pain. Treatment is often a quick adjustment, painless and productive. “It’s nice to help erase pain,” Alfini said. “I learned that in the very beginning.” Alfini Chiropractic is at 440 N. Brevard, Arcadia. One-time adjustments are $50, $60 for therapy. Office hours are from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. For more information or an appointment, call 863-993-3560.
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SUCCESSFUL SEASON The DeSoto 11U club volleyball team finished a busy season after competing in a tournament at Charlotte High.
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Dawgs prepare for spring game By STEVE KNAPP
ArcAdiAn SportS Writer The DeSoto County spring football game will be at Fort Meade next Thursday, May 28 at 7 p.m. With just a month of practice before the game, the Bulldog coaching staff is spending part of every Wednesday at practice working
Kendal Stewart smiles as if he’s enjoying the tire flipping drill while his partner Jon Shea Reed seems to be struggling with the tire. Behind them is linebacker Stefan “Thumpa” Williams, who appears to be scratching his head in bewilderment.
on team building. It’s a young team and the way to bond is to learn to work together. The coaches have devised a series of games that award points to five teams according to how they place. The members of the winning team will autograph an outdated helmet and have it displayed in the weight room as the “Top Dawgs of Spring 2015.” There have been many unusual games testing the players strength and agility. Last week the teams worked ARCADIAN PHOTOS BY STEVE KNAPP, to see which one could flip a tire the sbigdaddyknapp@aol.com farthest in an allotted amount of time. They also had pull-ups, as each team Bulldogs’ Head Coach Matt Egloff shows the Alex Ochoa works at a pull-up and gets member did one and then rotated to linemen how to tackle and grab the jersey help from his teammate. It was a quick and the back of the line. while they lift the ball carrier. exhausting drill for the players. The players were given individual instruction by the coaches according to which positions they might be playing. Of course there were the dreaded wind sprints that tired out the players under the blazing sun. The practice then ended with some seven-on-seven drills. The spring games are not taken too seriously but provide the opportunity to see how next season’s squad matches up with other teams. Spring practice gets the players into shape and they learn the techniques they need to know
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Coach Jamar Jones shows the defensive backs how to back peddle and cut in one of the drills at practice.
DeSoto line coach Richard Koonce shows his linemen how to push and then slide past an opponent.
Quay Fudge goes up and stretches out for a one-handed catch during one of the drills.
Oscar “The Cuban Assassin” Alfonso keeps his eyes on the ball as he hauls in a pass at spring practice.
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The winners of the tire flipping drill stand on their tire in victory.
As the practice nears its end, the players all have to do wind sprints.
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Bulldog 5K raises funds for DeSoto sports By STEVE KNAPP
ArcAdiAn SportS Writer Last Saturday nearly three dozen runners were at Morgan Park for the first Bulldog 5K run/walk. All the money raised went directly into the athletic fund for Bulldog sports. Jarrett Zolkos, DeSoto County athletic director and organizer of the event said, “We didn’t have much time to put it all together this year but we had a nice turnout. Next year we will get sponsors so more money can go into the sports fund.”
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All of the runners who received trophies and medals gather for a photo after the awards presentation.
Darrel Nicklow, former star at DeSoto County High School and currently a coach for the Bulldogs, finished first in his age group at the Bulldog 5K run/walk on May 16.
DeSoto County varsity volleyball coach Laura White finishes just one second behind Briseida Garcia of Arcadia.
Trophy winners included Indira Casa, Marti Stetter, Tanner Williams, Phil Nissen and Leslie Bickett.
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11U volleyball team ends season By STEVE KNAPP
ArcAdiAn SportS Writer The DeSoto County 11U volleyball team played in a tournament at Charlotte High School recently. They have played in eight tournaments this season and won multiple medals and gained experience at Regionals from
the Disney tournament. The team is coached by Sara Walker with Wendy Walker, Taylor Hezlitt and Lacy Hancock as assistant coaches. There are eight “Walkers” on the team who are all cousins. There are two fifth graders, a set of twins who are in the third grade and a set of twins who are in the fourth grade.
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Castalyn Allshouse makes a diving effort to come up with the ball on a pass from her teammate in the volleyball tournament held at Charlotte High School.
The 11U volleyball team from DeSoto participated in the tournament held at Charlotte High School on April 18. Front row: Jenna Walker, Caroline Walker, Brooke Walker and Aubrey Walker. Back row: Wendy Walker, Cameron Turner, Castalyn Allshouse, Grace Egloff, Taylor Shaver, Taylor Walker, Morgan Walker and Sara Walker.
Aubrey Walker gets in position to pass the ball for the DeSoto 11U club volleyball team. The DeSoto volleyball club sent three teams to the tournament at Charlotte high School.
DESOTO COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR WARNS: Watch out for “Look-Alike” tag renewal websites. Some websites that appear to be government -sponsored are not and could result in extra fees.
Grace Egloff and Jenna Walker watch as their teammate serves the ball in the volleyball club tournament on April 18 at Charlotte High School.
BE AWARE: When you are renewing your vehicle registration online, be very cautious for the third-party companies and their excessive, unnecessary fees. Private companies are collecting fees from customers when they renew their vehicle registrations online. Some websites are charging up to $30 or more in additional fees over what you would pay on the State of Florida website. These third-party websites are appearing first on your search engines. You may think you are on the correct State of Florida website when you are not because they look very similar. Just remember you have several way to renew - in the office, by mail or online. If you decide to go on line to renew go to www.desotocountytaxcollector.com then go to “Services”, highlighted at the top of the page, and then to “Tag Renewal Online”. I have had several innocent customers renew online thinking that they were on the correct website. The Desoto County Tax Collector’s Office is not affiliated with these independent websites and there is no need to pay extra fees for this service. If you have about questions please contact Kathryn Hill, Desoto County Tax Collector, at 863-993-4861
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DAWGS FROM PAGE 14 when the season starts this fall. The new players get to learn the terminology of the coaches and the plays. It’s a fun month of drills as the team gets ready for their game against the Miners.
Shawn Campbell was one of the players working at the quarterback position in the sevenon-seven drills.
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Caleb “Juss Fly” Blackwood can’t quite catch up to this pass as it falls just off his fingertips. Stefan “Thumpa” Williams listens to the coach during the sevenon-seven drill. Williams should be a strong force at linebacker as he enters his senior season.
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FUNDS FROM PAGE 15 Runners came from as far away as Cape Coral, Fort Myers and Lehigh Acres. They ranged in age from 8 to 70 years old. Marti Stetter is a veteran runner and the wife of the Zoomers Running Club president. She said, “This was a very nice course, I enjoy running on a course that winds rather than a straight course.” Stetter was the first female to complete the course, finishing one minute, 28 seconds behind Tanner Williams. Williams is a sophomore at DeSoto County and is planning on running cross country this fall for the Bulldogs. Besides Williams, Keirstyn Barrera, Leticia Tenoria, Kaylyn Castro and Zach Dalton also ran the course. They are all students at DeSoto County High School. Six Bulldog coaches ran the course inARCADIAN PHOTOS BY STEVE KNAPP, sbigdaddyknapp@aol.com cluding Mitchell Johnson, Julie Chidsey, Cynthia Barrera, Matt Egloff, Laura White Several DeSoto County High School students got in the front of the pack as they prepared to start the race at Morgan Park on May 16. and Darrel Nicklow. Kelli Wilder, the 2015 Florida Watermelon Queen, was in attendance slicing — what else — watermelon for the runners when they finished the course. Wilder is a Junior at Florida Gulf Coast University and is a former student at DeSoto County High School.
DeSoto County students who ran in the Bulldog 5K run/walk were Keirstyn Barrera, Tanner Williams, Leticia Tenorio, Zach Dalton and Kaylyn Castro.
Jarrett Zolkos gives the runners instructions and information about the course just before the 8 a.m. start at the inaugural Bulldog 5K run/walk.
DeSoto County head football coach Matt Egloff looks like he is asking for water after just 10 yards into the race. Egloff finished second in his age group behind another Bulldog coach, Darrel Nicklow.
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Keirstyn Barrera was first in her age group, DeSoto County sophomore Tanner Williams was while her mother Cynthia was third in her age the first to cross the finish line with a time of group. Keirstyn said, “All I wanted to do was 22 minutes, 49 seconds. beat my mom.” She did by six seconds.
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Bird of the Month: Summer Tanager By ElEanor Marr Spring is a magical time in Florida as this is the time that migrating passerines (warblers, orioles, tanagers, thrushes etc.) are coming through from their winter homes in the Caribbean, Central and South America. Most have molted into breeding plumage, making them not only look their best but also easier to identify. They seem to come in waves, making landfall just ahead of a major storm from the southwest, or blown down during one. Exhausted from their ordeal, they rest and feed for a few days before heading on to their final destinations. One day you might find so many that you don’t know where to look first. In a day or two they will be gone, and you may have to wait for the next wave to come. Some of the migrants stick around longer, and some even spend the summers here. One of the migrants you can find in our area is the Summer Tanger, Piranga
rubra. Most of them are heading to their breeding grounds in the southern states, including northern Florida. Only slightly smaller than a cardinal, and not too different in coloration, the male is bright red with slightly darker wings. It can show a hint of a crest, but nothing like the crest of a male cardinal, and none of the black on the face. The female is dull greenish with patches of dull orange. Both have bills that are stouter than other tanagers, but again, nothing like the conical bill of the cardinal. Look for Summer Tanagers in groves of blooming trees or in mixed forests, especially near the coast. Trees such as oaks will not have obvious flowers, but the reproductive parts are there and attract insects, food for the migrants. Gulf Coast birding hotspots such as the Lighthouse area on Sanibel, or Fort DeSoto are great for migrants after a storm, as is Pinecroft Park in Sarasota. The Englewood area has more migrants than other areas locally, but
The male Summer Tanager is nearly the same brilliant red as a cardinal, but lacks the head crest and none of the black on the face.
The female Summer Tanager is not nearly as flashy as the male, with dull greenish plumage. Tanagers may fly through our area, with other songbirds, on their way from their wintering grounds to their breeding territories further north.
don’t ignore parks such as Audubon Pennington, or Kiwanis Park or Hathaway Park in Charlotte County. The migrants can be found inland, but
not in such large numbers, and you have to search for them. And while you’re looking, check out the migrating warblers and thrushes as well.
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Railroads: Charlotte Harbor and Northern Railway By CAROL MAHLER
DeSoto Co. HiStoriCal SoCiety Pebble phosphate had been discovered in Peace River in 1881, and by the time DeSoto County was established in 1887, the first mining companies were in business. Workers
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dug pebble phosphate from the riverbed, and it was transported by short rail lines and the river. By 1900, mining companies began excavating phosphate rock in Polk County, and in 1907, the Charlotte Harbor and Northern Railway was built to haul phosphate to ships at the deep-water port in Boca Grande. In 1894, Joseph Hull (the community of Hull is his namesake) formed the Peace River Phosphate Mining Company (PRPMC) by consolidating four mining operations. Its railroad ran from Arcadia to Liverpool (named for the hometown British port of its founder, John Cross). In 1899, Peter B. Bradley served as vice-president and director of the American Agricultural Chemical Company (AACC), the new corporation formed from the merger of 22 fertilizer companies. Under Bradley’s direction, AACC began purchasing stock in the PRPMC, and by 1902, it controlled the company and the short-line railroad. In 1905, Bradley bought the state charter for the Alafia, Manatee, and Gulf Railroad Company, incorporated in 1897, with a planned route from Plant City to Charlotte Harbor via Arcadia. He changed the name to the Charlotte Harbor and Northern Railway (CH&N). When he spoke to the DeSoto County Historical Society, Historian Ed Uhland said, “The workers called it the ‘Cold, Hungry, and Naked,’
because they were so poorly paid that they were cold and hungry, and their children ran around naked.” Bradley hired Louis Fouts to build the railroad, and develop Gasparilla Island as a resort town. Fouts started on the island and the two-mile trestle to the mainland. The trestle had two swing-bridges over two separate passes. Frances Pooser remembers that her uncle helped build the trestle where workers used diving suits with helmets similar to the ones used by the sponge divers of Tarpon Springs. Crossing the Myakka River also required an extended trestle and swing bridge. On June 30, 1907, the tracks were completed from Boca Grande to Fort Ogden where they joined with the PRPMC line to Arcadia. By August, a regular schedule of trains was established between Arcadia and Boca Grande. In 1909, repair shops and a roundhouse were constructed in Arcadia on the shore of Peace River. Two years later, the phosphate docks were completed at South Boca Grande, and by 1913, the line was extended to Pierce, where the phosphate rock was dried prior to shipment. That year, a creosote plant was built at Hull to treat timbers needed for the railroad. The CH&N crossed Peace River north of today’s Morgan Park and continued south along the river, turning east alongside Pine Street. Then the tracks turned south to Fort Ogden, where it curved west and crossed the river on present-day River Street and then circled south, forming the southern boundary of the present-day R. V. Griffin Reserve. The CH&N also hauled citrus and vegetables from packing houses in Fort Ogden and Arcadia. The passenger depot was built in 1908 on Monroe Avenue. It was on a spur line, so trains backed into the station. The curve of twin rails is still evident at the site now owned by Smith’s Ranch and Garden. In 1928, after three years of waiting for the Interstate Commerce Commission to approve the sale, the Seaboard Air Line Railroad (SAL) bought the CH&N and built a new depot on the tracks near DeSoto
A timetable for the CH&N Railway, a copy of a photograph of Engine #28 in front of the paint shop built in 1909 on the shore of Peace River in Arcadia, and a signal light on loan from Bob and Shelley Baumann are part of the exhibit. County’s Morgan Park. All that remains of the Spanish-Mediterraneanstyle train station is the concrete slab. By 1930, the old passenger depot was converted to a vegetable packing house. To compete with its rival, the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad, the SAL built tracks to Fort Myers and Naples, starting about two miles north of Fort Ogden. Some of the right-of-way in Lee and Charlotte Counties is now a linear park through the Rails-toTrails Conservancy program: the Cape Haze Pioneer Trail and the John Yarborough Linear Park. Perhaps the line in DeSoto County will be used for that purpose as well. Leo Pooser — father of Frances, Jack, and Mike — worked for the CH&N and later for SAL. Families of trainmen received “passes” that allowed them free travel, and using these passes, Frances remembers visiting relatives in Florida and as far away as Washington, D.C. Those railroad passes, historic photographs and other railroad memorabilia are on display in the DeSoto County Historical Society’s exhibit on DeSoto County’s Major Railroads in the DeSoto County Law Library in the Richard F. Schminke Conference Room of the DeSoto County Library, 125 N. Hillsborough Ave. The exhibit is open during regular library hours.
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THERESA M. MAY, DECEASED Whose residence(s) is/are unknown YOU ARE HEREBY required to file your answer or written defenses, if any, in the above proceeding with the Clerk of this Court, and to serve a copy thereof upon the plaintiff’s attorney, Law Offices of Daniel C. Consuegra, 9204 King Palm Drive, Tampa, FL 33619-1328, telephone (813) 915-8660, facsimile (813) 915-0559, within thirty days of the first publication of this Notice , the nature of this proceeding being a suit for fore closure of mortgage against the following described property, to wit: LOT 59 AND LOT 58, LESS THE WESTERLY 37.5 FEET OF SAID LOT 58, BLOCK 1, LAKE SUZY ESTATES, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 9, PAGES 23 THROUGH 23B, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF DESOTO COUNTY, FLORIDA. If you fail to file your response or answer, if any, in the above proceeding with the Clerk of this Court, and to serve a copy thereof upon the plaintiff’s attorney, Law Offices of Daniel C. Consuegra, 9204 King Palm Dr., Tampa, Florida 33619-1328, telephone (813) 915-8660, facsimile (813) 915-0559, within thirty days of the first publication of this Notice, a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint or petition. DATED at DESOTO County this 6th day of May, 2015. Clerk of the Circuit Court By /s/ B. Wynn Deputy Clerk If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the DeSoto County Clerk’s Office, 115 East Oak Street, Arcadia, Florida 34266, (863)993-4876, at least seven (7) days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time be fore the scheduled appearance is less than seven (7) days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. Published 5/21/15 & 5/28/15 107236 3182752
CHRISTOPHER ZAGER, and RICHARD CERNOCH, Trustee of the Richard Cernoch Revocable Trust dated the 14th day of November 2006, Defendants. NOTICE OF ACTION TO: CHRISTOPHER ZAGER (Address Unknown) YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to quiet title to the following described real property in Desoto County, Florida: Lots 11 and 12, SUBDIVISION OF SOUTH END OF BLOCK NO 48, ORIGINAL SURVEY OF ARCADIA, FLORIDA, according to the map or plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 2, Page 79, Public Records of De Soto County, Florida. Property Address: 121 E. Pine St., Arcadia, FL has been filed against you, and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Adam J. Knight, Esq., attorney for Plaintiff, whose address is 400 North Ashley Dr., Suite 1500, Tampa, Florida 33602, on or before 30 days from the first date of publication and to file the original with the Clerk of this Court either before service on Plaintiff’s attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. The action was instituted in the Twelfth Judicial Circuit Court for Desoto County in the State of Florida and is styled as follows: SOUTHAMPTON PROPERTIES, LLC, a Florida Limited Liability Company, Plaintiffs, v. CHRISTOPHER ZAGER and RICHARD CERNOCH, TRUSTEE OF THE RICHARD CERNOCH REVOCABLE TRUST DATED THE 14TH DAY OF NOVEMBER 2006, Defendants. DATED on April 29, 2015. Clerk of the Court By:/s/ B. Wynn As Deputy Clerk Published 5/7/15, 5/14/15, 5/21/15, 5/28/15 379454 3176941
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Notice Under Fictitious Name Law Pursuant to Section 865.09, Florida Statutes NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of All Civil Site, located at 2818 SW Boll Weevil Rd, the County of DeSoto, in the City of Arcadia, Florida 34266 intends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations of the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida. Dated at Arcadia, Florida, this 20th day of May, 2015. /s/ A.L.L. Transport and Leasing Inc. PUBLISHED 5/21/15 131159 3182823 Notice Under Fictitious Name Law Pursuant to Section 865.09, Florida Statutes NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of Mow D’ Lawn, located at 3231 NE Appaloosa St, the County of DeSoto, in the City of Arcadia, Florida 34266 intends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations of the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida. Dated at Arcadia, Florida, this 20th day of May, 2015. /s/ Bogart Service, Inc. PUBLISHED 5/21/15 131159 3182759
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR DESOTO COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 142015CP000037CPAXMA Division Twelfth IN RE: ESTATE OF Mildred S. Smith Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS (Summary Administration) TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS OR DEMANDS AGAINST THE ABOVE ESTATE: You are hereby notified than an Order of Summary Administration has been entered in the estate of Mildred S. Smith, File Number deceased, 142015CP000037CPAXMA; by the Circuit Court for DeSoto County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 115 East Oak Street, Arcadia, Florida 34266; that the decedent's date of death was October 12, 2014; that the total valu e of e th e stat e is $24,705.00 and that the name s and addresses of those to
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whom it has been assigned by such order are: Name Address Mary Spivey Sheila Metty Wara Ryan Dixie Cunningham John R. Smith, III 7609 Secluded Acres, Apex, N.C. 27502 385 N. Olive Street, Monticello, FL 32344 22 N. Johnson Ave., Arcadia, FL 34266 4315 Pratt Ave., Grand Blanc, MI 48439 1068 S.E. Maple Drive, Arcadia, FL 34266 ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE NOTIFIED THAT: All creditors of the estate of the decedent and persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent other than those for whom provision for full payment was made in the Order of Summary Administration must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE. ALL CLAIMS AND DEMANDS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY OTHER APPLICABLE TIME PERIOD, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT'S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this Notice is May 14, 2015 Attorney for Person Giving Notice: Eugene E. Waldron, Jr. Primary Service E-Mail: Service@eewj.com Second Service E-Mail: Ewaldron@eewj.com Florida Bar No. 0794971 Eugene E. Waldron, Jr., P.A. 124 N. Brevard Avenue Arcadia, Florida 34266 Telephone: (863) 494-4323 Person Giving Notice: Mary Spivey 7609 Secluded Acres Apex, North Carolina 27502 Sheila Metty 385 N. Olive Street Monticello, Florida 32344 Wara Ryan f/k/a, Wara Albaugh 22 North Johnson Avenue Arcadia, Florida 34266 Dixie Cunningham 4315 Pratt Avenue Grand Blanc, Michigan 484399114 John R. Smith, III 1068 S.E. Maple Street Arcadia, Florida 34266
N.A. is the Plaintiff, and CHERYL A. SIGMON; RICHARD A. SIGMON; UNKNOWN TENANT #1 N/K/A STEVE BALDWIN; UNKNOWN TENANT #2 N/K/A LEONA BALDWIN; ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, UNDER AND AGAINST THE HEREIN NAMED INDIVIDUAL DEFENDANT(S) WHO ARE NOT KNOWN TO BE DEAD OR ALIVE, WHETHER SAID UNKNOWN PARTIES MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST AS SPOUSES, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, OR OTHER CLAIMANTS are Defendants. The clerk of the court, Mitzie W. McGavic will sell to the highest bidder for cash at the Desoto County Courthouse, 115 Oak Street, Arcadia, FL 34266 on June 4, 2015 at 11:00 AM, the following described real property as set forth in said Final Summary Judgment, to wit: THE WEST 1/2 OF LOT 16, PEACEFUL ACRES, AN UNRECORDED PLAT OF DESOTO COUNTY, FLORIDA, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS: THE WEST 1/2 OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 29, TOWNSHIP 37 SOUTH, RANGE 24 EAST. SUBJECT TO A 15 FOOT EASEMENT ALONG THE WEST SIDE FOR ROAD, DRAINAGE AND UTILITIES. ALSO AND INCLUDING: A PORTION OF THE EAST 1/2 OF LOT 16, PEACEFUL ACRES, AN UNRECORDED PLAT ALSO BEING DESCRIBED AS: THE NORTH 66 FEET OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 29, TOWNSHIP 37 SOUTH, RANGE 24 EAST. SUBJECT TO A 33 FOOT ROAD EASEMENT ALONG THE EAST SIDE FOR ROAD, DRAINAGE AND UTILITIES. TOGETHER WITH A MOBILE HOME DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: & FLHMBFP114344686A FLHMBFP114344686B ANY PERSON CLAIMING AN INTEREST IN THE SURPLUS FROM THE SALE, IF ANY, OTHER THAN THE PROPERTY OWNER AS OF THE DATE OF THE LIS PENDENS MUST FILE A CLAIM WITHIN 60 DAYS AFTER THE SALE. WITNESS my hand and the seal of the court on April 24, 2015 CLERK OF THE COURT Mitzie W. McGavic IMPORTANT If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the DeSoto County Clerk’s Office, 115 East Oak Street, Arcadia, Florida 34266, (863)993-4876, at least seven (7) days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than seven (7) days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. Published 5/21/15 & 5/28/15 334261 3182546
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR DESOTO COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2014CA000506AXMA HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2006-OP2, Plaintiff, vs. BRENDA P. SMITH AKA BRENDA SMITH; FRANJO ENTERPRISES, INC. , Defendant(s). NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated January 13, 2015, d an entere d in 2014CA000506AXMA of the Circuit Court of the TWELFTH Judicial Circuit in and for DeSoto County, Florida, wherein HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2006-OP2 is the Plaintiff and BRENDA P. SMITH AKA BRENDA SMITH; FRANJO ENTERPRISES, INC. are the Defendant(s). Mitzie McGavic as the Clerk of the Circuit Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at the South Door 115 E. Oak Street, Arcadia, FL 34266, at 11:00 AM, on May 26, 2015, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: LOT 13, LESS THE WEST 13 FEET OF THE SOUTH 58 FEET THEREOF, BLOCK G, J.W. WHIDDENS ADDITION TO ARCADIA, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT, IN AND FOR DESOTO COUNTY, FLORIDA, IN PLAT BOOK 1, PAGE 66, AND RE-RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK C-5, PAGE 55. Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale. Dated this 6 day of May, 2015. Mitzie McGavic As Clerk of the Court By: B. Wynn As Deputy Clerk IMPORTANT If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in a court proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance: Please contact DeSoto County Jury Office, 115 East Oak Street, Arcadia, Florida 34266. Telephone: (863) 993-4876. At least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days;If you are hearing or voice impaired, please call 711. Published 5/14/15 & 5/21/15 331723 3179047
RESCHEDULED SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN Pursuant to an Order Rescheduling Foreclosure Sale dated April 23, 2015, and entered in Case No. 2013CA0374 of the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit in and for DeSoto County, Florida in which JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, is the Plaintiff and Jose E. Cendejas, Tenant # 1 n/k/a Bianca Delafuente, are defendants, the DeSoto County Clerk of the Circuit Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash the DeSoto County Courthouse, 115 Oak Street, Arcadia, 34266; FL www.desotoclerk.com, DeSoto County, Florida at 11:00AM on the 9th day of June, 2015, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment of Foreclosure: LOT 18, BLOCK “E”, FOREST PINE ESTATES, AS PER MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT, IN AND FOR DESOTO COUNTY, FLORIDA, IN PLAT BOOK 9, PAGE 20. 1761 SE PLUM DR ARCADIA FL 34266-7471 Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale , if any, other than the property owne r as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale. Dated in Hillsborough County, Florida this 8th day of May, 2015. __/s/_Erik Del’Etoile _____ Erik Del’Etoile, Esq. FL Bar # 71675 Albertelli Law Attorney for Plaintiff P.O. Box 23028 Tampa, FL 33623 (813) 221-4743 (813) 221-9171 facsimile eService: servealaw@albertellilaw.com JR- 020322F01 If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the DeSoto County Court's ADA Coordinator at 115 E. Oak Street, Arcadia, Florida 34266, (863)993-4876 at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time be fore the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. To file re sponse ple ase contact DeSoto County Clerk of Court, 115 E. Oak Street, Room 101, Arcadia, FL 34266, Tel: (863) 993-4876; Fax: (863) 9934669. Published 5/14/15 & 5/21/15 272484 3179567
to continue providing obstetrical services at DeSoto Memorial Hospital. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons with disabilities requiring special accommodations to participate should contact Andrea Griffis-Carson at (863) 494-8402 or by fax at (863) 494-8400. Any person wishing to appeal any decision made by this Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting, must ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record must include the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. Published 5/21/15 248477 3180336
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR DESOTO COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 13-CA-347 WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., Plaintiff, VS. CHERYL A. SIGMON; RICHARD A. SIGMON; et al., Defendant(s). NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 45 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sale will be made pursuant to an Order or Final Summary Judgment. Final Judgment was awarded on February 23, 2015 in Civil Case No. 13-CA-347, of the Circuit Court of the TWELFTH Judicial Circuit in and for Desoto County, Florida, wherein, WELLS FARGO BANK, ff C
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR DESOTO COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL ACTION CASE NO.: 2013CA0374 DIVISION: JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs. CENDEJAS, JOSE E. et al, Defendant(s). NOTICE OF RESCHEDULED SALE
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3130 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR DESOTO COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 14-CA-646 HECTOR MUNOZ and MARIA GUADALUPE MUNOZ, Plaintiffs, vs. ARTEMIO MANUEL and UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF ARTEMIO MANUEL, Defendants. CLERK’S NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO F.S. CHAPTER 45 NOTICE IS GIVEN that pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated May 7, 2015 in the above-styled cause, I will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at the South Door of the DeSoto County Courthouse, Arcadia, Florida at 11:00 a.m. on July 9, 2015, the following de scribed property located in DeSoto County, Florida: THE EAST 59 1/2 FEET OF THE SOUTH 15 FEET OF LOT 5 AND THE EAST 59 1/2 FEET OF LOT 6, BLOCK 6, GIBSON AND SMITH'S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF ARCADIA, as per map or plat thereof recorded in the Office of the Cle rk of the Circuit Court in and for DeSoto County, Florida in Plat Book 1, Page 94 and Plat Book C-5, Page 53. ANY PERSON CLAIMING AN INTEREST IN THE SURPLUS FROM THE SALE, IF ANY, OTHER THAN THE PROPERTY OWNER AS OF THE DATE OF THE LIS PENDENS MUST FILE A CLAIM WITHIN 60 DAYS AFTER THE SALE. Dated this 7 day of May, 2015. MITZIE W. MCGAVIC Clerk of Court By: B. Wynn As Deputy Clerk Published 05/14/15 & 05/21/15 258159 3180483
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DESOTO COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE THE DESOTO COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT Public Notice is hereby given that the DeSoto County Hospital District Board of Directors and the DeSoto Memorial Hospital Subagency Board of Directors, at its regular meeting on Thursday, June 25, 2015 at 5:30 p.m. in the McSwain Room of DeSoto Memorial Hospital, 900 N. Robert Avenue, Arcadia, Florida, shall consider whether or not it is in the best interest of the hospital i idi b i l
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3132 T.J. PEPPER’S ADDITION IN THE NW1/4 OF THE SE1/4 OF SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 37 SOUTH, RANGE 24 EAST; THENCE N 21 DEGREES E AND PARALLEL TO ORANGE AVENUE, 46.75 FEET; THENCE N 69 DEGREES W AND PARALLEL TO SOUTH BOUNDARY OF SAID LOT 13, 71 FEET TO A POINT THENCE S 21 DEGREES W AND PARALLEL TO ORANGE AVENUE, 46.75 FEET; THENCE S 69 DEGREES E ALONG SOUTH BOUNDARY OF SAID LOT 13, 71 FEET TO POINT OF BEGINNING, DESOTO COUNTY, FLORIDA, AS PER MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR DESOTO COUNTY, FLORIDA, IN PLAT BOOK 6, PAGE 32. AND BEGIN AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 13, BLOCK 3, T.J. PEPPER’S ADDITION IN THE NW1/4 OF THE SE1/4 OF SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 37 SOUTH, RANGE 24 EAST; THENCE 90 DEGREE ANGLE TO EAST, 71 FEET; THENCE N 21 DEGREES E AND PARALLEL TO ORANGE AVENUE, 46.75 FEET; THENCE N 69 DEGREES W IN LOT 5, BLOCK 9, WALDRON’S ADDITION, 71 FEET TO EAST SIDE OF ORANGE AVENUE; THENCE S 21 DEGREES W AND PARALLEL TO ORANGE AVENUE, 46.75 FEET TO POINT OF BEGINNING, DESOTO COUNTY, FLORIDA, AS PER MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR DESOTO COUNTY, FLORIDA, IN PLAT BOOK 6, PAGE 32. Names in which assessed: TRUE HOLINESS CHURCH 3800 N NEBRASKA AVE TAMPA, FL 33603 All of said property being in the County of DeSoto, State of Florida. Unless such certificate shall be redeemed according to law, the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highe st bidde r at the South Courthouse Door on JUNE 24, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. Dated this 12TH DAY OF MAY, 2015. MITZIE W. McGAVIC CLERK OF COURT DESOTO COUNTY, FLORIDA By: CRYSTAL HENDERSON, Deputy Clerk Publication Dates 05/21/15, 05/28/15, 06/04/15, 06/11/15 112132 3180228
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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED Notice is hereby given that STANTON S SCOTT JR the holder of the following certificate has filed said certificate for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 617 Issuance Date: MAY 30, 2008 Tax Deed File Number 15-04-TD Description of Property: BEGIN AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 13, BLOCK 3, T J PEPPER’S ADDITION IN THE
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CALENDAR FROM PAGE 6 • Alcoholics Anonymous Serenity-Big Book meets at 8 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, W. Oak St. (State Road 70). • “Art for Kids” is at 3 p.m. every Wednesday in the DeSoto County Library’s children’s wing. This free program, sponsored by the DeSoto County Arts and Humanities Council, is for elementary school-aged children. • Prescription Assistance is at the DeSoto County Health Department Clinic Location: 1031 E. Oak St., Arcadia. Call to make an appointment or for more information, call 491-7580 ext. 256.
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• 4-H Tropicana Speech Contest is May 28 at the Turner Center. • May 28, Thurs 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sierra Club Lower Peace River Paddle and Bird Watching with Master Naturalist Rick Fried to bird rookery, observing at a respectful distance. Lunch at Nav-A-Gator. Participants must provide own watercraft, pfd, lunch money and be able to swim. Free to the public. Donations to Sierra Club are gratefully accepted. Reservations required: 941 637-8805. • The All Faiths Food Bank will distribute free food for those in need on the fourth Thursday of every month, from 9-11 a.m. at Mt. Olive CME, 7683 S.W. Hull Ave. Jan. 22, Feb. 26, Mar. 26, Apr. 23. • Caregiver support group meets at 1:30 p.m. at DeSoto Memorial Home Health Care at DeSoto Memorial Hospital Medical Plaza, 1006 N. Mills Ave., Arcadia. For more information, call DeSoto Memorial Home Health Care at 494-8432 or Hospice of Southwest Florida at 993-0662. • The Family Safety Alliance meeting for DeSoto, Manatee and Sarasota counties is held the fourth Thursday of every month at 4 p.m. at the McClure Center, 4215 Concept Court, Lakewood Ranch. For information, call 941-316-6009. • Free blood pressure screenings administered by DeSoto Memorial Home Health at the Friendship Center, 219 W. Oak
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Thelma Katherine Dorminey Thelma Katherine “Kathy” Dorminey, 69, passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2015, in Arcadia, Fla. She was born April 28, 1946, in Arcadia, to Olan and Katherine (nee Grey) Knowles. Kathy was a lifetime resident of Arcadia. She was of the Baptist faith, and attended First Baptist Church of Fort Ogden, Fla. Kathy was a very loving mother, grandmother and sister, and will be sorely missed by all. She enjoyed cooking for her family, and gatherings with the children. The favorite music Kathy enjoyed listening to was “The King,” Elvis Presley. She is survived by her sons, Donald (Anna) Ellsworth of Indonesia, Charles (Jimmi) Ellsworth of North Dakota, and John (Marlana) Ellsworth of North Port, Fla.; daughter, Kristi (Jesse) Stilwell of Arcadia; Christi (Guy), whom she raised, of Arcadia; brother, Mitchell (Linda) Albritton of Arcadia; 13 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lewis “Earl” Dorminey; parents; and grandson, Charles Ellsworth Jr. Memorial services and a celebration of Kathy’s life were held Wednesday, May 20, 2015, at First Baptist Church of Fort Ogden, with the Rev. Charlie Watts officiating. Online condolences may be made at www.ponger kaysgrady.com. Arrangements are by Ponger-KaysGrady Funeral Homes, Arcadia.
Steven Gary Rackmill Steven Gary “Steve” Rackmill, 71, of Arcadia, Fla., passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2015, in Arcadia. He was born June 15, 1943, in New Brunswick, N.J. Steve moved to Arcadia 18 years ago. He was a professional framer, owning and operating his own framing shop in Arcadia. In his youth, Steve was a commercial pilot. He
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11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 1109 S.E. 9th St., Arcadia. Donations • Prescription Assistance is at the DeSoto County Health St., every 2nd & 4th Thursday from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Department Clinic Location: 1031 E. Oak St., Arcadia. Call to • AA Second Tradition Anniversary Night is the last Thursday gratefully accepted. • Alcoholics Anonymous Second Tradition meets at 8 p.m. make an appointment or for more information, call 491-7580 of the month at 6 p.m. at St. Edmund’s Episcopal Church, 327 at St. Edmund’s Episcopal Church, 327 W. Hickory St. ext. 256. W. Hickory St. Potluck/barbeque before the meeting. • AA Second Tradition Anniversary Night is the last Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at St. Edmund’s Episcopal Church, 327 W. Hickory St. Open speaker. • DeSoto County Historical Society Research Library is open in the Ingraham Seed House, 120 W. Whidden Street: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursdays (except for the second Thursday of the month), and second and fourth Saturdays, and by appointment. • The John Morgan Ingraham House museum, 300 N. Monroe Ave., is open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursdays. • The All Faiths Food Bank distributes free food9 a.m. to noon every Thursday at Trinity United Methodist Church, 304 W. Oak St. •Friendship Center, 219 W. Oak St. for crafts, 9:30-11 a.m. Lunch available with a 48-hr. advance notice; call 494-5965. • The All Faiths Food Bank distributes free food 6-10 a.m. Monday through Friday at the Center for the Needy, 161 S. Orange St. • Relaxation Yoga Class every Thursday, 5 p.m. Sign-in 4:50 p.m. Enjoy an hour of serenity focused on breathing, gentle yoga poses, peaceful stretching and quiet relaxation. Held in the Health Dept. conference room, 34 S. Baldwin Ave. Drop-in $7/class, 8-class package $40 ($5 per class). Bring your own mat. For more information, call Christine at 244-1925. • DeSoto County Library story time is at 3 p.m. at 125 N. Hillsborough Ave., Arcadia. Call 993-4851 for more information. • Temple Beth El – North Port Jewish Center, 33840 South Biscayne Drive, North Port,hosts an American Contract Bridge League every Thursday, at 1 p.m. at the temple. The cost is $6 per session. We will be participating in “The Common Game.”For reservations call Shelli Wetherson at 941-497-7184. • Cocaine Anonymous meetings are held every Thursday PHOTO PROVIDED from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church. Boy Scouts of Troop 39 are installing 60 grave markers at Joshua Creek Cemetery at 60 For information, call Curtis Clark at 244-2884 or Sandra Elmore graves which are presently unmarked. They are digging holes to place PVC pipe, and on May at 352-476-8520. 30 they will be placing concrete to install the markers. • Faith Mission provides free lunches for anyone in need,
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owned his own plane, flying cargo into Alaska. After surviving two successful unscheduled landings, Steve decided to abandon the cargo business for other less-hazardous pursuits. He was a professional car racer for a brief period in the Poconos in Pennsylvania. Steve was an avid NASCAR fan, and also enjoyed fishing, baseball (as a Marlins and Tampa Rays fan), and tinkering with electronics. He was an active member of the Church of the Nazarene in Arcadia. Steve drove the church bus for Sunday school and other functions. He is survived by his beloved wife of 17 years, Carolyn Joy Rackmill of Arcadia; sons, Ben (Rebecca) Warthen of Lehigh Acres, Fla., David (Misty) Warthen of Cape Coral, Fla., Trey (Michelle) Elrod of Harrisburg, Fla., Scott (Beatriz) Elrod and Michael “Mike” (Rene’); daughter, Robin Balzer of Missouri; and eight grandchildren. Steve was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Vivian Schraf Rackmill. Visitation was held Wednesday, May 20, 2015, at the chapel of Ponger-KaysGrady Funeral Home, Arcadia. Burial followed at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Arcadia, with the Rev. Stanton officiating. Online condolences may be made at www.ponger kaysgrady.com. Arrangements are by Ponger-KaysGrady Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Arcadia.
George W. Dunn George W. Dunn, 86, of Arcadia, Fla., passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2015. He was born Sept. 12, 1928, in Moffat Township, Mich., to Willard and Mary (nee Mathe) Dunn. In 1951, George married the ever-so-beautiful Lydia Ann Garrity, and they began a family. He worked as a Dairy Farmer most of his life in Michigan, but, after moving to Florida in 1973, he and his brother, John, owned and operated an orange grove. George had a strong work ethic, just one of the many qualities that he was proud to pass on to his children, along with compassion and empathy. Others came first. Cleanliness was also of importance, perhaps something
learned from working in the dairy business. Although George didn’t have much free time, he did enjoy deer hunting, and was quite a marksman. He was an avid bowler in earlier years, earning him many trophies. In the late 1940s, George played baseball for the Northeastern Men’s Baseball League and Sterlings Independent Basketball League. He was a volunteer fireman while in Alger, Mich., and a man of the Methodist faith who watched church every Sunday on television. George loved spending quality time with his family, and his presence among us will be deeply missed. He is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Lydia Dunn of Arcadia; sons, Robert George (Brenda) Dunn and Jack (Denise) Dunn, both of Alger, and Calvin Dunn of Rockledge, Fla.; daughters, Joyce (Tim) Collins, Lois (Larry) Hilton and JoAnn Taylor, all of Arcadia; brothers, John Dunn of The Villages, Fla., James Dunn of West Branch, Mich., and Earnie Dunn of Alger; sisters, Wanda McTaggert of Sterling, Mich., and Gracie DeHaan of Marco Island, Fla; 18 grandchildren; and 25 great-grandchildren. George was preceded in death by his parents; and his sister, Katie Osborne. A gathering for family and friends and the service all were held Saturday, May 16, 2015, at Ponger-Kays-Grady Funeral Home in Arcadia, with Dave Kniss officiating. Online condolences may be made at www.pongerkaysgrady.com. Arrangements were by Ponger-KaysGrady Funeral Homes, Arcadia.
Karen Lee Bonagua Karen Lee (nee Dolley) Bonagua, 63, of Arcadia, Fla., passed away Saturday, May 9, 2015, in Arcadia. She was born March 11, 1952, in Detroit, Mich. Karen moved to Arcadia in 1988 from Fort Myers, Fla. She was an office manager in the medical industry. Karen enjoyed artistic painting; she was also an excellent cook, and enjoyed participating in synchronized swimming. She was, above all, an excellent mom and grandma. Karen was a member of St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Arcadia. She is survived by her daughter,
Molly (Toby Hooks) McQueary of Arcadia; mother, Leona Grasser; brother, David Dolley of Michigan; three sisters, Paulie DeWolf, Susan Burgess and Jeanie Dolley, all of Michigan; and two grandchildren, Patrick and Madeline Hooks. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Patrick McQueary, in August 1999; father, Lee Dolley; and son, Matthew McQueary. Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 23, 2015, at the chapel of Ponger-Kays-Grady Funeral Home, 50 N. Hillsborough Ave., Arcadia. Online condolences can be made at www.pongerkaysgrady.com. Arrangements are by Ponger-KaysGrady Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Arcadia.
George L. Lennartz George L. Lennartz, 86, of Lake Suzy, Fla., passed away Saturday, May 16, 2015, at Signature Nursing Facility. He was born Sept. 16, 1928, in Chicago, Ill. Mr. Lennartz was a World War II veteran, serving in the Army and Navy Reserve. He then joined the Chicago Police Department, working as a Detective, until he was disabled with a back injury and retired to Port Charlotte, Fla., in 1980. In 1984, Mr. Lennartz returned to Law Enforcement, working with the CCSO as a Court Bailiff for 10 years. He was very involved in the FOP and the Retired Police Association, until he became ill. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Eileen (nee Horan); son, Martin (partner, Nancy Bardawil) Lennartz of Chicago; and daughter, Mary (Richard) Bates of Fanning Springs, Fla. He was preceded in death by his mother, Margaret Lennartz. A Mass will be held at 11:30 a.m. Friday, May 29, 2015, at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Port Charlotte, with a small gathering of family and friends to follow at FOP Lodge 66 in Charlotte Harbor, Fla. Memorial donations may be made to Tidewell Hospice Inc., 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34238; or The Alzheimer’s Association, 14010 Roosevelt Blvd., Suite 709, Clearwater, FL 33762.
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DeSoto B Team, from left: Emily Beard (sophomore); Daniella Villafuerte (sophomore); Ricardo Arreguin (freshman); Wei Lin (senior).
FROM PAGE 2 Lemon Bay (Charlotte), Santa Fe (Polk), Clewiston (Hendry) and DeSoto. The overall team standing: 1st — Santa Fe High School 2nd — Bishop Verot 3rd — DeSoto A-Team Santa Fe and Bishop Verot both qualified for the P.A.C.E. Nationals in Reston, VA, in June. Thanks to our volunteers and sponsors: Suncoast Credit Union, Martha Jo Markey (DeSoto County Education Foundation), John Worthington (photographer), readers Larry Bailey , Anna Springer, Sergio Villafuerte, Michelle Dick, scorekeepers Dana Holloman, Stefan Von Werder, Meredith Shattuck, and Pat Schudel, Mike Mizell (chef), Riley Mizell (co-chef), Cynthia Mizell (accounting), Sheldon Shine (head custodian), Marilyn Lutton (Coach DeSoto B team) and Carolyn Crews (DeSoto Co-Coach).
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