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Hillsborough County Schools is making massive cuts, as the district battles to stop the financial bleeding, Superintendent Addison Davis told members of the North Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce, during a Zoom business meeting.

The superintendent detailed the rollercoaster ride the district has been on — adjusting to challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, and dealing with significant financial problems.

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Davis joined the district on March 2, just weeks before the district shifted to remote learning for the remainder of the school year because of a shutdown imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Then, when the 2020-2021 school year began, there was the controversy over whether schools should be required to offer brick-and-mortar for students, or online options only.

To retain state funding, the district was required to offer a brick-and-mortar option at every campus. It also offered parents the ability to choose an online option.

Davis said about 122,000 students are in brick-and-mortar classrooms and about 95,000 students are learning remotely. Some remote learners are assigned to specific classes, while others are enrolled in a more flexible virtual learning program.

The pandemic also has required the district to spend money on personal protective equipment, and has increased sanitation and cleaning costs for district schools and facilities.

“We have spent close to $14 (million) to See SCHOOLS, page 11A

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Law enforcement agencies nationwide have come under scrutiny, amid calls for reform to police practices, and redirecting funds toward mental health programming and support.

Some area agencies — such as the Pasco Sheriff’s Office and the St. Petersburg Police Department —already incorporate social workers and specialized mental health units, in responding to nonviolent calls for service.

Those two programs were outlined during an Oct. 12 webinar panel discussion called,“The Evolving Movement to Engage and Protect Our Community.”

The discussion was hosted by Saint Leo University and FIRST, which stands for Florida’s Forensics Institute for Research Security & Tactics.

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Poll official Brenda Kurrack directs voters to voting booths inside the Land O' Lakes Recreational Complex, at 3032 Collier Parkway.

The Pasco Sheriff’s Office’s Behavioral Health Intervention Team (BHIT), which began operating last June, seeks to match people who need services, with the services they need.

The unit includes 12 detectives, two sergeants, a captain and a full-time civilian analyst (and two therapy dogs) working in

partnership with local hospitals and mental health facilities, to conduct frequent visitations and welfare checks.

They help expedite referrals for behavioral health resources and criminal justice diversion programs for the county’s Baker Act repeats and other “high utilizers.”

Each BHIT detective has a caseload of 20 to 25 individuals they’re tasked to keep tabs on, and help with needed assistance and resources.

“We’ve literally given them the 250 most challenging people in Pasco County,” Pasco Sheriff’s Office Future Operations Bureau Chief Phil Kapusta said, referring to the program.

Before BHIT was implemented, one “high utilizer” had called the county’s 911 line 138 times in a single year.

The individual has since been assigned a BHIT detective, who is tasked with responding and speaking directly with that individual.

During the past year, that individual has made no calls to 911, Kapusta said. Instead, the person frequently calls the detective’s work number when he needs help.

“A lot of the times that were 911 calls, he just wanted somebody to talk to,” Kapusta said. Instead of responding to those 138 calls, the agency can respond to more urgent calls, he added.

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contact with every nonfatal overdose victim within 24 hours of an incident.

Only about a third of those victims have expressed interest in rehabilitation services, Kapusta said, as most either refuse to speak to the unit or refuse to admit to having a drug problem.

But, 53 people, so far, have willingly gone into rehab as a result of BHIT’s intervention, Kapusta said.

“It’s a drop in the bucket to the overall drug epidemic,” he said, “but those are 53 people — it’s somebody’s mother, brother, See POLICING, page 11A

Dr. Michael Craven, left, recently sold his Land O’ Lakes chiropractic practice to Dr. Michael McClure.

Dr. Craven Says Goodbye AFTER 42 YEARS OF CHIROPRACTIC CARE After 42 years of providing chiropractic care to families in Land O’ Lakes, Lutz and the surrounding areas, Dr. Michael Craven has sold his practice. He and his wife, Linda, are planning a months-long, bucket-list journey next summer with their two dogs, traveling out West in their Fifth Wheel RV. “As much as we hate saying goodbye to our patients and community, Linda and I are ready,” said Dr. Craven, who turned 67 in September.

“We are looking forward to spending more time with our grandchildren and visiting extended family out of state.

Plus, we’re planning on buying that mountain cabin in the woods we’ve always dreamed about.”

For the past few weeks Dr. Craven has been introducing patients to the new owner of his practice — Dr. Michael McClure, who has relocated to the area from Pittsburgh.

“When I met Dr. McClure, I knew almost immediately that he was a perfect fit,” said Dr. Craven. “His medical experience and philosophy, and how he sincerely cares for patients like they are members of his family, were exactly what I was looking for in a doctor to take over my practice.”

Buying a practice like Craven Chiropractic was a longtime dream for Dr. McClure and his wife, Julie. The couple had been wanting to move from Pittsburgh to Florida for several years, to be closer to Dr. McClure’s parents who live in Spring Hill and to get away from the cold.

After talking to Dr. Craven, Dr. McClure quickly surmised the strengths of Craven Chiropractic. “And, the more I got to know Dr. Craven, the more I was amazed at how much we had in common – he was almost a mirror image of myself,” he said.

Like Dr. Craven, Dr. McClure is upbeat, high energy, and deeply listens and cares for his patients. “I feel completely confident turning my patients over to him,” said Dr. Craven.

Remaining at the practice as office manager is Lori Rivera, who Dr. Craven describes as the best office manager he has ever worked with.

“Lori is a huge help to patients with their insurance claims, appointment scheduling and making them feel welcome,” he said.

SAYING GOODBYE “When you sell your business, it’s not like you’re selling your house. It’s more like hiring a babysitter, because you are entrusting the person to care for the people very important to you,” said Dr. Craven.

“I could not think of a better chiropractor to take my place than Dr. McClure. He not only delivers a great adjustment, but his style and personality are very similar to mine. He is someone who I know will treat you as a friend, and not just a patient,” Dr. Craven wrote his patients when announcing his retirement.

Reminiscing about his professional life, Dr. Craven shares that after graduating from Palmer College of

Chiropractic Medicine in 1977, he worked in a group practice in Tampa for five years before opening his solo practice in Land O’ Lakes in 1983.

His prior office was in the Village Lakes Shopping Plaza, where he built his practice serving families in Lutz, Land O’Lakes and Wesley Chapel. In 2008, the Cravens built a new office designed specifically for the needs of a modern chiropractic center, just north of the Land O’ Lakes Post Office.

“It’s been so much fun and rewarding to see kids and grandchildren of previous patients, who became my patients. We even have a few fourth generations,” said Dr. Craven.

Asked what is the biggest change he has seen since he started practicing, he quickly responds the Internet.

“Because of Google searches, patients are much more informed today and come prepared with many questions,” Dr. Craven said. “There has also been lots of changes in documentation that consumes so much of a doctor’s time. I am glad to be done with all the regulations, documentation and paperwork.”

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“By far, laser therapy. In the last seven years, we’ve seen incredible results with laser therapy in pain reduction, stimulating healing and reducing inflammation at the cellular level. It’s the most dramatic improvement I’ve seen in 42 years of practice,” he said.

The couple plans to settle not far from their daughter, Kristin, and three grandsons who live in Dahlonega, Georgia. Two of the boys are in middle school and play football — games their grandparents have only seen once.

The Cravens have two other children — son Michael, a mechanical engineer in Oviedo, and daughter Lacey in Tampa, a mother of three and foster parent. The Cravens have six grandchildren who have always been an important focus in their lives It is apparent that retiring was not an easy decision for Dr. Craven, who loves being a chiropractor today as much as he did when he first started out.

“It has been tremendously rewarding to enjoy what you do and put down such deep roots in a community,” said Dr. Craven. “Knowing our practice has helped many people and made a difference in their lives has been very fulfilling. It will be difficult to leave a community that has given so much to me and my family.”

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ABOUT DR. MCCLURE Dr. McClure and his wife, Julie, almost made the move to Florida three years ago, and actually explored Land O’ Lakes back then and loved the community, but could not find a practice that fit with their goals.

“It was actually my mother who saw the listing for Craven Chiropractic. When she called me about the opportunity, I said to my wife, ‘Oh My God, Julie, there is a practice in Land O’ Lakes that seems perfect for us.’”

Dr. McClure wanted a single-chiropractor office that he could expand into new areas, including weight loss and sports injuries. He has a CCSP Certification in sport injuries, and in 2009-2010 was a staff chiropractor for the PGA Tour in New York State. With his varied background, Dr. McClure is changing the name of the practice to Lakes Chiropractic and Wellness.

Dr. McClure comes from a large practice in Pittsburgh with two offices and five chiropractors, where he was a majority partner for the past 17 years. “While I loved my practice and patients in Pittsburgh, I wanted to be out on my own.”

He made the decision to focus on finding a Florida practice to buy this past spring during a snowstorm. “I’ll never forget the day because it was Cinque de Mayo — May 5, and I was so tired of the snow and cold,” said Dr. McClure.

Once he connected with Dr. Craven, things moved quickly, and the McClure family relocated to Land O’ Lakes this summer, buying a home in Lakeshore Ranch, a subdivision less than 10 minutes from his new office on U.S. 41 in Black Lake Professional Office Park.

The McClures quickly got their children involved in local sports —7-year-old Camden is a goalie for the Tampa Bay Crunch youth hockey team in Wesley Chapel, and 9-year-old Daniella competes at Florida Elite Swimming Club in Land O’ Lakes.

The past few months have been a whirlwind for the McClure family as they get settled.

“The community has been so welcoming and we are thrilled to be here,” said Dr. McClure. “It’s exciting to be starting a new chapter in our lives — both professionally and personally.”

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How local hospitals have responded to COVID-19

By Kevin Weiss kweiss@lakerlutznews.com

Just like COVID-19 has done with so many other industries, hospital and medical care systems also have needed to bob and weave, since the entire world changed around March.

AdventHealth Zephyrhills and AdventHealth Dade City president/CEO Amanda Maggard outlined the medical community’s COVID-10 response — and what the future may hold for the pair of East Pasco hospitals that are part of one of the nation’s largest nonprofit health care systems.

“It has definitely been an interesting year, hasn’t it? 2020 is a year I don’t think we’ll soon forget,” Maggard said, as the opening speaker at the Zephyrhills Economic Summit, held on Oct. 14.

The hospital administrator detailed many of the initial challenges when COVID-19 cases spiked in March, during the event organized by the Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce, and convened at Zephyrhills City Hall.

A major issue involved procuring as much personal protective equipment (PPE) as possible.

“We have had a lot of PPE to serve, but COVID really escalated the amount and types of PPE that we needed,” the hospital executive said.

As a result, the hospital supply chain system has been forever altered. Now, it emphasizes partnerships on domestically produced PPE, while moving away from a just-in-time delivery model for such equipment and inventory, she explained.

In short, the pandemic offered “lessons learned” on how health care conglomerates handle and manage workforce, products, equipment and so on.

“We will never go back to operating our supply chain the way we did before COVID,” said Maggard, who’s had her role since 2017.“We have much more of an inventory across our system today than we did before, and that will stay.”

Since the pandemic touched down in the spring, hospitals have stopped many elective surgeries and procedures, including outpatient physical therapy.

Instead of laying off those employees, workers were re-deployed in any and every way possible. Some tasks included handling temperature checks, child care services, cafeteria and nutritional services, and even organizing fun activities for other team members, Maggard said.

“I’m so proud of the work that our team has done during this time,” she added.

Local hospitals are “continuing to learn and apply the latest clinical, evidence-based best practices, so we’re taking lessons from all of AdventHealth and around the country, and trying to apply those to make sure that we’re giving the best possible care to patients with COVID,” the hospital CEO said.

For example, the hospital is using Remdesivir, convalescent plasma therapy and “a number of other treatments, as we continue to learn and evolve,” Maggard said.

Remdesivir is a broad-spectrum antiviral medication; convalescent plasma therapy in-

will that have in the coming 12 to 24 to 26 months?,” Maggard said.

Another looming question is how the hospital system’s financial losses amid the pandemic — due to postponing elective surgeries and decreased emergency room visits — will impact available capital in coming years. As a nonprofit, Maggard explained such capital would otherwise would be reinvested into the facilities for operating room expansions and technology and equipment upgrades to adequately serve in a growing community, such as East Pasco.

“There have been a number COURTESY OF ADVENTHEALTH ZEPHYRHILLS of financial losses,” Maggard Hospital staffers have had to be utilized in different ways amid the COVID-19 pandemic, as elective sursaid, “and that is something that geries and procedures were postponed for months. we’re struggling with right now, is (how) our financial imvolves using blood from people who’ve re- chose to delay care. pact due to COVID is going to restrict the covered from an illness to help others The same goes for routine screenings, amount of capital we have available in these recover. primary care visits and procedures, such as coming years,” she said.

Best practices to attack and treat COVID- colonoscopies, she added.

Perhaps one of the positive develop19 have likewise involved ongoing learning “My concern long-term with COVID is ments in result of the pandemic is the because it began and still remains a relative not just the immediate impact of COVID, increased accessibility and availability of unknown virus to the medical industry, but what is going to be the impact of health telehealth services for physicians, primary Maggard said. of folks around our country and around the care and even specialists.

“We’ve been learning new things every world over the next few years, when we Telehealth is the distribution of health-reday, and every week and every month,” she may have started to put off that routine care lated services and information via electronic said, adding “guidance has changed, as the because we’re afraid to go be seen,” said information and telecommunication techscience has changed and evolved.”

Maggard. nologies, allowing for long-distance patient The entire AdventHealth system actively “Don’t put your health care on hold.We and clinician contact, care, advice, remonitors the volumes of COVID-19 cases want to continue to be here and not see minders, education, intervention, throughout its various hospitals. The your long-term health suffer because of not monitoring, and remote admissions. “biggest surge” of cases was seen in mid- getting some of the screenings or preventaSimply, it allows patients to virtually see a July, Maggard said, adding: “It’s declined tive care that you may need today. physician or specialist without having to since then, (but) we saw a little bump up re“If you’re experiencing any of those physically visit a hospital or medical office. cently.” symptoms, you want to get into the hospiTelehealth, Maggard said, is “really, truly a Going forward, the hospital system is tal. We want to assure people that we are a positive thing in health care that could incontinuing its myriad health and safety pro- safe place to be, we have a number of pre- crease access for a number of folks.” tocols — such as markers on the floor to cautions in place to keep you safe, and we “That’s actually one of the really great remind people to maintain six feet of social don’t want you to delay that care.” things that has come out of COVID,” distance; temperature checks and screening Another related question is how newly Maggard said. “The number of guidelines everyone who enters the facilities every jobless people will get their needed preven- and allowances that came out from CMS day; requiring masks; and regular deep tative services if they’ve been laid off and (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) cleanings throughout entire facilities, as well therefore lose their employer-sponsored are allowing more telehealth than we were as other measures. health insurance. able to do before, and we get reimbursed All patients who are COVID-19 positive, “With the impact to the economy and for that. I hope that’s something that stays or suspected of being positive, are kept in a the number of jobs being lost, what impact out of COVID.” separate space — away from other patients — “to try to keep everyone safe,” she said.

LONG-TERM HEALTH CARE CONSEQUENCES

A noteworthy consequence of the pandemic, Maggard said, is how many people have delayed routine or more serious health care issues — largely out of fear of going out to a public hospital or medical facility.

Between March and April, emergency rooms saw a 30% to 40% reduction in visits pertaining to heart attacks and strokes, Maggard said.

“The truth is, people were still having the same amount of heart attacks and strokes, but they were waiting and not coming to the ER,” Maggard said.

Because of those fear-driven consumer behavior changes, people who recently have been coming back to the hospital have more serious clinical issues, because they

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Hillsborough County’s annual Hiking Spree, to encourage residents to exercise and explore the outdoors, started on Nov. 1.The trail list features 25 trails at 20 locations throughout the county. Participants can complete at least eight trails between now and March 31, and earn a patch, a medallion for a walking stick, or a dog bandana. One of the hikes can be at a location of the participant’s choice that is not on the list.To register, visit EventBrite.com.

The Pasco County Library Cooperative will offer a virtual staff-pick favorite side dish video on Nov. 9 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., just in time for Thanksgiving.To see the video, visit Facebook.com/hughembrylibrary or Facebook.com/newriverlibrary.

BATH BOMB CRAFT

The Pasco County Library Cooperative will host a virtual craft video on Nov. 10 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., on how to make a fun, easy bath bomb.Visit Facebook.com/hughembrylibrary or Facebook.com/newriverlibrary.

PANTRY FOOD DRIVE

The Helping Hands Food Pantry of Wesley Chapel’s Food & Fund Drive will run through Nov. 30.Total Air Solutions, 1015 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., in Tampa, will be a drop-off point. Items needed the most include peanut butter and jelly; macaroni and cheese; spaghetti sauce; boxed pasta; rice; beans; soup; canned vegetables; canned fruit; and cereal. For information and other food donation locations, call (813) 2472665, or visit TotalAirFl.com.

SPORTS COAST BEER LAUNCH

Florida’s Sports Coast will launch an exclusive beer (Sports Coast Pilsner), brewed by Escape Brewing Company, on Nov. 5 from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., at Widow Fletcher’s in New Port Richey.Visitors can meet the co-owners of Escape Brewing and take part in giveaways. Must be age 21 and older to partake in the beer.

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The Orange Blossom Garden Club of Lutz will host a cutting/little bitty plant or potted baby plant exchange on Nov. 11 at 10 a.m., at the Lutz Library park/Lutz Civic Center, 98 First Ave. The exchange will take place adhering to social distancing guidelines. Participants must wear a face mask and bring plastic bags to take plants home.

For more information or directions, please visit Facebook.com/OrangeBlossomGardenClubOfLutz, or call (813) 949-1301.

REEF FUNDRAISER

Gill Dawg Tiki Bar & Grill, 5419 Treadway Drive in New Port Richey, will host a fundraising auction for the Green Diver Initiative (MAUIGreenDiver.org), a 501C3 nonprofit organization that has partnered with the Pasco County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources division to deploy an artificial reef at Pasco County Reef Site 4.

The event will take place Nov. 7 from noon to 8 p.m. For information, email mlewis@greendiver.org.

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St.Anthony The Abbott Catholic Church, 20428 Cortez Blvd., in Brooksville, will host an All Saints Fall Festival on Nov. 7.The festival will be open from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., and square dancing from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

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Live Oak Theatre will present “Adventures in Wonderland” Nov. 5 through Nov. 8, at the Carol and Frank Morsani Center for the Arts, 21030 Cortez Blvd., in Brooksville. Seats are $15 for adults, and $8 for children ages 13 and younger, when accompanied by an adult.There are evening shows at 7:30 p.m., as well as weekend matinees at 2:30 p.m.

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Families can take part in a Strolling Saturday in downtown Dade City on Nov. 7. Most shops are open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and there are more than 20 locally owned restaurants, with many offering outdoor seating, and open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. In the area, which is near Seventh Street and Meridian Avenue, visitors can explore bookstores, fashion boutiques, shops with vintage clothing, jewelry and accessories, shabby chic and antique furniture, unique home décor and signage, handmade jewelry and gifts, art galleries, children toys and clothing, outdoor gear and bicycles, a pet boutique, wine shop, and chocolate shop. Strolling Saturdays is sponsored by the Dade City Merchants Association and the City of Dade City.

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The Creative Arts Theatre Company will present a virtual “Sidekicks:An Original Show” on Nov. 13 at 6:30 p.m., Nov. 19 at 11 a.m., and Nov. 23 at 2 p.m., for ages 5 and older.The audience will get to choose which way the story goes.There will be a Q&A session after the performance.

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Pasco County is the only one of Florida’s 67 counties without a permanent law enforcement memorial, so efforts led by Attorney Craig LaPorte and other volunteers have been ongoing to raise enough money to build one. Pasco County Commissioner Ron Oakley also has been involved in the fundraising efforts.

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When the COVID-19 pandemic slammed the brakes on the local economy, Pasco County Tax Collector Mike Fasano thought it would mean that he’d be able to return about half of the money that he typically returns to the county each year.

But, it turned out that the tax collector’s offices were able to continue operations — with adaptations, and last week, Fasano presented a check topping $3 million, more than double what he expected.

“God bless my staff; we were able to keep things going, even though we had to close our lobbies.We still continued to provide service,” Fasano said.“I will also tell you that we’re No. 1 in the state, and continue to be, in giving out concealed weapons permits.”

He praised the work of County Administrator Dan Biles.

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“We’re able to give people tickets so they can wait in their cars, and they are texted when their numbers come up. And, Dan has been outstanding in making sure that happened, and we appreciate that,” Fasano said.

Fasano presented a check for $3,457,000 to the county, of which he requested $305,000 to renovate a building in San Antonio to house his office’s department that oversees printing and mailing of tax notices, registration renewals and other materials.

“With that said, we’re asking that from that $3,457,000 — $305,000 be put to the side,” Fasano said, to pay that contractor.

“You can keep $3.1 million. I want $305,000,” Fasano said.

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By the time that readers pick up this week’s copy of The Laker/Lutz News on Nov. 4, the nation may know who won the presidential election — or not. It will depend on whether it’s a razor-thin result, or a landslide.

But, based on ballots cast by mail, or at early voting sites — there’s no doubt that this election motivated people to get out and vote.

Election officials in both Pasco and Hillsborough counties said operations went smoothly during early voting and that turnout was high.

“Pre-Election Day turnout was 60% of our entire voter roll and far surpassed the Pre-Election Day turnout from 2016,” said Pasco County Supervisor of Elections Brian Corley, via email.

“We expect a strong election day turnout and to far exceed 2016 General Election turnout.”

Corley added that the county had the greatest number of days and locations for early voting in Pasco's history.

He also said “voters were very pleased with the precautions we took to ensure a safe environment.”

The supervisor said that he appreciates the county’s poll workers, who continually step up to serve voters.

He also thanks the patience of voters, as his office administers “the most scrutinized election, during a pandemic.”

In Hillsborough County, the vote totals for early voting and Vote by Mail are already approaching the total voter turnout for 2016, said Gerri Kramer, director of communications for Hillsborough County Supervisor of Elections Craig Latimer’s office.

Vote by Mail drop-off tents — used for the first time this year at Early Voting sites and offices —proved to be very popular with voters.

To find out the latest turnout numbers, go to VoteHillsborough.org or PascoVotes.com.

Towing companies must clear crash debris in Pasco

By B.C. Manion bcmanion@lakerlutznews.com

Companies that remove vehicles from the scene of an accident in Pasco County must be sure to clear away the crash debris, too.

That’s the word from the Pasco County Commission, which adopted an ordinance to that effect during the board’s Oct. 20 meeting.

Commissioner Mike Wells had called for the local ordinance in the spring, to ensure that towing companies do a thorough job when clearing accident scenes.

County Attorney Jeffrey Steinsnyder said the ordinance came to commissioners several months ago, but was delayed because of the pandemic.

“It basically mirrors state law, but gives us some teeth with towing companies that fail to clean up the scene of an accident,” Steinsnyder said.

Wells told the county attorney:“I’m glad it

has finally made it back to us.”

The ordinance says that the board “recognizes that its streets and intersections are littered with debris from accidents and that this debris creates dangerous conditions for other persons using the roads.”

It also requires that:“Any person removing a wrecked or damaged vehicle from a street, road, or highway shall remove and lawfully dispose of any glass, debris, or other injurious substance dropped upon the highway from such vehicle.”

The ordinance aims to hold tow-truck drivers to the standards that state law requires.

In calling for the ordinance earlier this year,Wells said he didn’t think every hauler is guilty of leaving debris in the road, but he wanted to increase the level of accountability.

The ordinance was adopted without public comment, on a 4-0 vote, with Commissioner Kathryn Starkey absent.

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PAYING FOR COLLEGE

The Hillsborough County Public Library Cooperative will offer these free online programs: • Nov. 5 at 6:30 p.m.: How to Pay for College.This workshop is for families with students planning for a higher education, and includes an overview of the Bright Futures Scholarship Program and financial aid. • Nov. 12 at 6:30 p.m.: Choosing the Best Financial Fit for Your Family.This program, for teens and adults, will offer tools to help find the best fit based on a student’s aspirations and budget.

Register for the online programs through the calendar feature at HCPLC.org.

SMALL BUSINESS WEBINAR

Saint Leo University will present a free webinar to aid small businesses on Nov. 5 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The webinar is entitled, “Business Reimagined: Set Your Course for Survival with the 13-Week Cash Flow Model.�

Presenters will be Dr. C’Lamt Ho, assistant professor of accounting at Saint Leo University, and Dr. Ruediger Mueller, president and senior partner of TCMI Inc. The program will focus on cash flow and why it is more important than profit or loss in difficult times. It will walk participants step-by-step through the construction of a cash flow model that can be used to monitor cash , as well as requirements for the near and intermediate future.

Participants also can learn how to budget tight cash resources, how to survive on existing cash and projected cash streams, when to seek additional funding, and how to obtain financing.

The 13-Week Cash Flow model is one of the most popular and commonly used tools of turnaround- and restructuring-experts today.

Small businesses and the community can attend online at tinyurl.com/y5qjpae5.

TWO GOOD SOLES A SUCCESS

The fifth annual Two Good Soles Shoes and Socks Drive yielded more than 7,500 pairs of shoes and socks for kids in Pasco County schools.

A drive-thru donation event took place

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on Oct. 27 at Wendell Krinn Technical High School in New Port Richey.

This year’s drive resulted in 1,746 pairs of shoes and 5,773 pairs of donated socks.

Since 2016,Two Good Soles has collected 9,314 pairs of shoes and 30,510 pairs of socks, which social workers distribute to Pasco students.

NEW GOVERNANCE MODEL

The Board of Trustees at Saint Leo University made a decision on Oct. 23 to no longer recognize the United Faculty of Florida Union at the school and approved the creation of a new, shared governance model, according to a Saint Leo University news release.

In keeping with the university’s Catholic Benedictine identity, the board made the decision in the spirit of helping the university maintain its strong valuesbased community, innovate, and be more agile in the fast-moving world of higher education, the release said. “The time has come to chart a new path at Saint Leo University,� said Jeffrey Senese, university president.“We are excited about having the faculty side-by-side with us to make important decisions about academic standards, working conditions, compensation and benefits, and strategic planning.�

Under the shared governance, the university will have a guiding Faculty Handbook and will create a new faculty body with various committees, based on the interest and needs of the elected faculty and administration members.

Each committee will utilize the shared experiences of the faculty and administration to ensure equal representation.

REACH-OUT PROGRAM

The Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) College Reach-Out Program (CROP) is accepting applications.

The PHSC CROP is a state-sponsored educational program established by the legislature to increase the number of lowincome, educationally disadvantaged students in grades six to 12 who, upon high school graduation, are admitted to and successfully complete postsecondary education.The PHSC program serves students in Hernando and Pasco counties, and involves academic enrichment, social/behavior workshops, field trips and university residential visits.

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Additional program criteria includes: students who would benefit from structured motivational programs; prospective first-generation college students; and students meeting a minimum of one, preferably two, in each category of the guidelines listed below. • Academic: Low GPA and FSA scores, dropout prevention, grade retention, expulsions and high absenteeism • Economic: Reduced or free lunch eli-

gible; wages participant; public assistance recipient An application for CROP is online at Equity-services.phsc.edu/programs. Click on the “Pre-Collegiate� link.

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Position cuts in Hillsborough County Schools

$15 million initially to start the school year out, related to buying the necessary PPE, whether it’s gloves, masks, hand sanitizers, Hillsborough County Schools has another cleaning equipment and technology, nounced these cuts: to ensure every one of our common areas, • 424 vacant positions that will not be every one of our classrooms were protected filled for the 2020-2021 academic year for every one of our learners.

• 246 positions (Teachers hired prior to “And, that’s a reoccurring costs that we Aug. 14, will not lose their jobs, but may don’t get additional funding for, and it’s costbe reassigned to a different role at their ing us close to $4 million to $5 million a school or to another school) month to continue that PPE, to make certain • Fewer than 60 teachers hired on temthat we have sanitation stations, not only porary contracts after Aug. 14 through our common areas, but also within • 150 district level staff every one of our classrooms,” Davis said.

The superintendent also pointed out the The district also is scrutinizing its contracts need to cut staffing because of district and will selectively abandon those that deficits. are not deemed to support the district’s “We’re $72 million in the hole,” Davis critical missions. said.

Enrollment has dropped by 3,079 stuSource: Hillsborough County Schools dents, which could result in a requirement to give money back to the State Department of Education, unless state officials hold the sessions, such as the one with the North district harmless, Davis said.

Tampa Bay Chamber on Oct. 22.

The school system already has cut hunHe told those listening that the district’s dreds of positions and is identifying others. top three priorities are student achieveIt has a long ways to go to bring staffing ment, fiscal responsibility and community into alignment with the district’s allocation engagement. model, he said.

He said the district is planning a lunch“We’ve identified over 3,000 eon in November in an attempt positions that were overstaffed at to recruit students to boost enour schools,” Davis said. rollment.

The district has already cut Davis also fielded questions hundreds of employees, includduring the Zoom session. ing some brand-new teachers In response to a question that were hired on temporary about masks, Davis said he excontracts, after Aug. 14. pects them to be required until “It breaks my heart, and I at least January. know it’s disruptive,” he said.

A question also came up The actions are necessary to about when parents and volunprotect the payroll for the disteers will be allowed on campus. trict’s 24,000 employees — Addison Davis Davis said the district has rewhich amounts to $66 million, stricted access to campus to every two weeks. reduce potential spread of “We’re in a bad spot, but we’re going to COVID-19. stand strong, and we’re going to lead The district leader said he looks forward through it,” he said. to the day when those restrictions can be eased.

STAFFING IS JUST ONE ISSUE “We’ve got to get back to a point where Besides cutting personnel, the district is we’re having some normalcy,” he said, where scrutinizing its vendors and its contracts. “we can have volunteers on our campuses The district is “going to selectively aban- — those who want to reach out and do don contracts and exit them, if they’re not mentorships. mission critical,” Davis said.

“That’s going to really help us.”

It plans to put a freeze on consultants.

Another question came up regarding The district has been “consultant-rich, how the district’s experience with COVIDprogram-rich” but ”results-poor,” the superin- 19 cases compared to what it had expected. tendent said.

“We thought we would be a tremendous “We’re ranked 40th out of 67 in the state super spreader when we opened and have of Florida. We have the title for having the to shut down wings, classrooms and most D and F schools in Florida, as well. schools.And, it wasn’t the case.

“So, we have a lot of work — not only “What we did see — and are seeing — from a fiscal perspective, but we have a lot is that individuals are going to parties, going of work with what we’re going to do to im- to events, coming to school when they prove the overall health on the instructional don’t feel well, when they have symptoms side of the work.

— that’s creating the positive cases in our “So now, more than ever, we’ve got to schools,” Davis said. find ways to reset our priorities,” Davis said.

“In one of our high schools, we had to The school chief said the pandemic has quarantine 260 kids last week because they hampered his efforts to “connect with con- went to a party. Four of them came back to stituents” through town hall sessions. school, they’re in classes — they moved — The town halls are needed, he said, “to and we quarantined 260 kids. talk and share about the current status we “This is where we have to reclaim the are in, and why we are having to make some dinner table and talk about core values, and hard decisions as an organization.” talk about expectations,” said Davis, whose While unable to connect personally with daughter had to be quarantined from community groups, Davis is doing Zoom school, and he had to be quarantined, too.

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That unit also works with the county’s homeless coalition and the St. Vincent De Paul Society to assist the homeless population. Often, besides lacking housing, they also have substance abuse or mental illness issues.

The unit helps connect them with stable living environments and resources to work through other issues, with the goal of helping to “get them to where they’re contributing members of society,” said Kapusta.

SOCIAL WORKERS RESPOND TO CALLS

In St. Petersburg, the St. Petersburg Police Department plans to integrate about 25 social workers into its agency by January, in an initiative it calls its Community Assistant Liaison (CAL) program.

St. Petersburg Police Chief Anthony Holloway explained that social workers gradually will be phased into the department’s operations and 911 response.

The agency’s social workers initially will ride with a uniformed officer to nonviolent or non-criminal mental health calls, then eventually they will respond to those calls themselves, without police assistance.

Instances where social workers might be dispatched include drug overdoses, mental health crises, unarmed suicide threats, disorderly or truant juveniles, panhandling, homeless complaints and so on.A police officer, however, always will be dispatched to a violent or life-threatening situation.

The CAL program also incorporates more law enforcement de-escalation police training organized by mental health professionals and regular follow-ups with those individuals facing a mental health or social crisis from the agency’s staffed social workers “to make sure that person is getting the care that they need,” Holloway said.

Holloway said the program has been long-needed, considering the agency isn’t really equipped to effectively handle every type of mental health crisis.

Underscoring the point: Of the agency’s 575 sworn officers, about 30% have fewer than five years’ experience on the force, he said.

“We feel like this will be very helpful for us and very beneficial to our officers,” Holloway said.“The law enforcement officers have been dealing with this for years and years, but it’s time for us to put professionals out there so we can deal with people that are going through a mental crisis, so we can be able to help them.”

Holloway said the agency received about 12,000 calls last year where it would’ve been deemed appropriate to send a social worker out to a scene, rather than a uniformed officer.

“A lot of calls we saw were a lot of people going through those mental issues, where really they didn’t need a police officer, they needed someone to help them navigate through a system, and that’s what CAL is really about,” Holloway sad.“There is nothing criminal about it, it’s just someone that needs help.”

WORKING TOGETHER FOR BETTER OUTCOMES Such collaboration models between social workers and police has garnered support from clinicians and academia alike.

“It’s really reassuring to hear so many wonderful initiatives going on in the state, and the progress that’s being made,” said Jim Cowser, a licensed clinical social worker with the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation, a national addiction treatment and advocacy organization headquartered in Minnesota.

Cowser reasoned, police ultimately see cost reductions via such initiatives, as they’re not forced to deploy expensive resources to a scene where it’s not warranted.

Additionally, it also may reduce the need for arrests and reduce crime directly, by connecting a troubled individual with services, opposed to taking them into custody. He noted there’s “a significant relationship” between the motives or behaviors related to arrests and mental health and substance abuse issues.

By working together and cross-training with social workers, law enforcement agencies are “able to go out and more effectively handle a situation, and so all parties involved are better off,” he explained.

Dr. Lisa Rapp-McCall is a professor in Saint Leo’s Graduate Social Work Department and a research associate in the Maribeth Durst Applied Research Institute.

She likewise summarized the benefits on having police and social workers team under the same roof, in some form or fashion.

“We’re all on the same page with regards to wanting everyone to stay safe,” RappMcCall said.“We want to steer people with mental health problems into that system, as opposed to the criminal justice system, where it’s costly and not always as helpful to them.

“I think that social workers and police have already been working with the same individuals, just in different places, so why not harness our professional skillsets and work together to make this a little bit better system?”

Rapp-McCall detailed how law enforcement can use methods to involve social workers, in addition to co-responding and de-escalation training models.

Some agencies nationwide have called on social workers to accompany officers when they deliver death notifications.

Others have leveraged them to attend court services with victims to provide comfort and support. Another opportunity is utilizing social workers for community outreach, whether it’s hosting public seminars on opioid use, human trafficking, parenting skills and so on.

Rapp-McCall’s shared findings from research and interviews on police departments incorporating social workers, too.

Results showed a decrease in injuries, involuntary hospitalization, detentions, arrests, and time on calls, which she said “all helped reduce costs of the entire criminal justice system, as well as the agency.”

Additionally, implemented police-social worker models led to an increased engagement in services for citizens involved, and an improved view of law enforcement by citizens. Also, Rapp-McCall noted law enforcement “overwhelmingly” found social workers to be helpful in agency operations.

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uffering from pandemic-induced cabin fever? Perhaps some fresh air and outdoor exercise in a local park or preserve can clear the homebound blues.

Maybe it’s best to take a hike.

While so much has changed in this unusual year, at least one thing remains on track: Hillsborough County’s fifth annual Hiking Spree.

Sponsored by the county’s parks and recreation department, the adventure challenge encourages people to exercise, explore the outdoors, and experience nature through numerous parks and preserves.

This year’s trail list features 25 trails at 20 locations throughout the county.

Here’s how the spree works: Complete at least eight trails between November and March 31 and earn a patch, a medallion for a walking stick, or a dog bandana. One of the hikes can be at a location of the participant’s choice that is not on the list of 20 locations.

Participants may hike on their own, or in a group setting with friends and family.

Some sites have entrance and parking fees.

Hikers may repeat any trail twice for credit, as long as the hikes occur on different dates.

Hiking Spree trails are designed to offer something for everyone, from hiking rookies to seasoned outdoor enthusiasts. Hikes are rated from easy to moderate to strenuous.

Lengths range from less than a mile to 7miles long — such as the paved loop road at Thonotosassa’s Flatwoods Conservation Park.

Environmentally diverse sites are spread throughout the county and range from neighborhood parks such as Carrollwood Village Park, to large preserves with multiple habitats like the 1,100-acre Lake Dan Nature Preserve in Odessa.

Also, for the first time, this year’s trail list includes two state parks – Alafia River State Park and Little Manatee River State Park, in Lithia and Wimauma, respectively.

A total of seven of the 2021 Hiking Spree parks and preserves fall within The Laker/Lutz News coverage area: Carrollwood Village Neighborhood Park, Peterson Road Park, Lettuce Lake Conservation Park, Lake Rogers Conservation Park, Lake Dan Nature Preserve and Cypress Creek Nature Preserve.

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LOCAL COMMITMENTS • Carrollwood Day School senior tight end Michael Trigg verbally committed to play collegiate football at Division I FBS University of Southern California (USC), in Los Angeles.

Trigg, who is 6-foot-4 and weighs 230 pounds, is a consen- Carrollwood Day sus four-star prospect School senior tight rated among the na- end Michael Trigg tion’s top football recruits for the 2021 class.The tight end has registered 29 receptions for 581 yards and five scores through six games this season.

Trigg chose USC among nearly 50 scholarship offers. Also a highly regarded basketball standout at shooting guard, he’s received multiple offers from Division I programs allowing him to play on both the gridiron and hardwood.

• Carrollwood Day School 6-foot-2 senior forward Aryana Dixon verbally committed to play collegiate women’s basketball at Division I University of Vermont, in Burlington. Dixon last season tallied 10.2 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.0 steals, 1.2 assists and 1.1 blocks per game, for a Patriots team that won the Class 3A state championship and finished with a 27-2 mark.

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Lettuce Lake Conservation Park is included in this year’s Hiking Spree. It is one of 21 parks and 24 trails people are encouraged to try out this fall and winter.

cause they have so much to offer.

That includes Lettuce Lake, one of the county’s most popular parks, at 6920 East Fletcher Ave., in Tampa.

More than half of the park’s property lies in the natural flood plain of the Hillsborough River, consisting of a hardwood swamp forest. The remainder of the park consists of hardwood hammocks and pine flatwoods plant communities.

Within the park is a 1.25-mile paved exercise trail and 3,500-foot boardwalk with an observation tower that provides scenic views of the Hillsborough River and an opportunity to see all sorts of wildlife, from wading birds and songbirds, to even alligators.

Another favorite is the 1.25-mile Singing Bluffs Trail at Edward Medard Conservation Park, 95256 South County Road 39, in Plant City.The trail is noted for unique and elevation changes due to some old phosphate mines, alongside plenty of wildlife to admire from afar.

Since its creation in 2016, the Hiking Spree program has grown in popularity each year, now drawing thousands of participants. The five-monthlong achievement window spanning fall and winter is timed to take advantage of the cooler, drier weather and to coincide with prime bird-watching times.

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When hiking, it’s important to bring the following items: • Correct trail map for your destination • A compass or GPS • Plenty of drinking water • Appropriate shoes • Sun protection

HOSPICE GOLF TOURNAMENT

The fifth annual Hospice Open golf tournament is scheduled for Nov. 6 at Lake Jovita Golf & Country Club, 12900 Lake Jovita Blvd., in Dade City.

Registration begins at 8 a.m., with a 9:30 a.m. shotgun start.

The tournament is a four-ball scramble format. Various playing opportunities and sponsorships remain available. Lunch and an awards ceremony will follow the tournament.

Proceeds from the event will benefit Chapters Health Foundation, which provides hospice, palliative care and home health services.

For more information, contact Andrea Arflack at (813) 871-8431 or ArflackA@chaptershealth.org.

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY REOPENS RECREATION CENTERS

Hillsborough County is reopening recreation centers and programming at its parks, in what it states is an ongoing effort to carefully and methodically restore services to residents.

The county closed its recreation centers in late March because of concerns over COVID-19.

The decision to reopen staffed recreation centers and restart recreation programming was made after consultation with health officials, emergency managers, and Hillsborough County Parks & Recreation staff, according to a press release from the county.

Parks & Recreation is taking several steps in an effort to ensure residents’ safety.

Programs will be at reduced capacity, and the recreation centers will undergo additional cleaning. All staff and rec center

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Parks officials also recommend that novices first gain experience at a neighborhood park, and then progress to the conservation parks and nature preserves.

The neighborhood parks and recreation centers are generally short, paved trails with water and facilities, unless otherwise noted.

Conservation park trails provide more of a nature experience than your typical neighborhood park trail.Though some are paved, most are primitive trails that traverse a variety of natural habitats ranging from upland pine flatwoods, to wetland swamps, to bottomland forests. Most of the conservation parks have amenities, such as running water, restrooms, playgrounds and manicured pathways.

Nature preserve trails, meanwhile, take the nature experience up several notches — almost as if you’re briefly leaving civilization for a hike. On a nature preserve, development is kept to a minimum to protect natural areas and wildlife. Nature preserve trailheads have small, unpaved parking lots, a fence with a walk-through entrance, and a small kiosk with trail information. They do not have restrooms or running water. Moreover, trails are unpaved, longer with fewer trail markers, and have rougher terrain.

What’s helpful, though, is nature preserves do feature trail markings, or blazes, usually colored in red, blue or yellow.These paint markings located on posts or trees will help guide you in the proper direction. So, if you come to an intersection, look for a blaze for what direction to hike. It’s recommended to always carry a map when hiking a nature preserve.

Participants are encouraged to post photos from their hikes using the hashtag #TakeAHikeHC. Visit HCFLGov.net/hikingspree for information and to register.

Neighborhood Parks and Recreation Centers — short, paved trails with water and facilities • Wortham Neighborhood Park, Riverview: Bluestem Trail (1.4 miles), Sand Pine Trail (1.7 miles) • Carrollwood Village Neighborhood Park, Tampa: Laurel Oak Fitness Trail (1 mile) • Peterson Road Park, Odessa: Upper Tampa Bay Trail (2.4 miles) • Lucy Dell Community Pond, Tampa: Boardwalk Fitness Trail (0.5 mile) • Seffner CommUNITY Park & Garden, Seffner: Hickory Fitness Trail (0.75 mile) • FishHawk Sports Complex, Tampa: Pandion Fitness Trail (2 miles) • Ruskin Neighborhood Park, Ruskin: Quiet Pines Fitness Trail (1.2 miles) Conservation Parks — Mid-range, well-maintained paths and trails • Lettuce Lake Conservation Park, Tampa: Hammock Run (1.25 miles), Boardwalk (0.75 mile) • Edward Medard Conservation Park, Plant City: Singing Bluffs (1 mile), Levee Trail (2.64 miles) • Lake Rogers Conservation Park, Odessa: Lakeside Trail (1.8 miles) • Flatwoods Conservation Park, Thonotosassa: The Big Loop In The Woods (7 miles) • Upper Tampa Bay Conservation Park, Tampa: Bobcat Trail (0.5 mile), Otter Trail (0.7 miles), Eagle Trail (0.3 mile) Nature Preserves — No facilities, subject to daily conditions • Apollo Beach Nature Preserve, Apollo Beach: Beach Dune Trail (0.2 mile) • Lake Dan Nature Preserve, Odessa: West Spur Trail (4.8 miles) • Bell Creek Nature Preserve, Riverview: Pine Lily Loop (3.7 miles) • Cypress Creek Nature Preserve, Tampa: Two Loops Trail (3.4 miles) • Golden Aster Nature Preserve, Gibsonton: Blue Lake Trail (3.3 miles) • Blackwater Creek Nature Preserve, Plant City: Creekview Trail (4.4 miles) Florida State Parks • Alafia River State Park, Lithia: Old Agrico Hiking Trail (1 mile) • Little Manatee River State Park, Wimauma: North Hiking Trail (6.5 miles)

users will have temperature checks upon arrival.Those using the recreation centers are advised to practice social distancing and wear a face covering when that is not possible; an exemption is made for players actively participating on a playing field or court.

The reopening aligns with Hillsborough County’s overall efforts to gradually restore services based on the data and input of public health experts.

For more information, visit tinyurl.com/y6r4u6q5, or call (813) 7445595.

LAND O’ LAKES TENNIS CLINICS

The Land O’ Lakes Recreation Center, 3032 Collier Parkway in Land O’ Lakes, is offering a series of youth and adult tennis clinics on Mondays and Tuesdays afternoons, through December.

Lessons are offered separately for children ages 8 to 12, middle/high school-age students, and adults.They also will be organized by beginner, advanced beginner and intermediate-level players.

Clinics are taught by Karen Turman, a local United States Professional Tennis Association instructor. Cost is $40 for a fourweek session. Racquets are available to use if needed.

For more information, contact Karen Turman at (813) 468-1047 or kturman@pasco.k12.fl.us.

YOUTH FOOTBALL GAMES TO RESUME IN HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY

Youth football leagues can now apply to Hillsborough County for permission to resume games and tournaments at county parks.

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lowed to use county fields for non-contact practices and conditioning, but contact practices and games and tournaments have not been permitted since late March due to COVID-19 concerns.

To receive permission to resume games and contact practices on county-maintained fields, each league can now submit a plan that must be approved by Hillsborough County Parks & Recreation.

The plans must outline the social distancing, sanitation, scheduling and other measures the leagues will use to assure the safety of players, volunteers and fans. Safety requirements include temperature checks for all players, spectators, coaches and staff.

Such plans can be submitted for review to PRK-Fields@HCFLGov.net. Parks officials will review the plans and respond to the league with changes or approval.

County leaders recently decided to allow the resumption of contact practices, games and tournaments for youth football after extensive consultation with local health officials, emergency managers, Parks & Recreation staff, and others.

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A participant of the Halloween day parade for David Castle burns rubber on the pavement outside of the young boy’s Odessa home. Those taking part were encouraged to dress as superheroes and to do smoke shows — because those are some of the 8year-old’s favorite things.

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n many ways, David Castle is a typical 8-year-old boy.

He loves superheroes, WWE, Fortnight, motorcycles, fast cars and fishing.

But, unlike most boys his age, he’s been undergoing cancer treatments for the better part of a year.

Last October, he was diagnosed with a Stage 4 Wilms tumor in his right kidney.

After 46 weeks of aggressive treatment — including the removal of his right kidney, he recently was diagnosed with two new cancerous tumors in his right lung.

A ministry outreach group called Bringing the SON Light, organized a massive Halloween parade — including 250 to 350 vehicles.The ministry, based in Spring Hill, also organized a barbecue fundraiser to benefit David and his family.

Las Insportables Tampa Bay, Crystal Harley-Davidson, KW Morrow Electric Inc., were other sponsors, too.

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ed exotic sports cars, motorcycles, 4-by-4s and emergency vehicles from Pasco Fire Rescue, Lealman and Tarpon Springs.

They rolled by and packed David’s street, in the Ashley Lakes subdivision, in Odessa.

Many of those taking part dressed up as David’s favorite superheroes, and gave the 8year-old gifts and cards.

Parade participants performed, too, burning their rubber tires on the asphalt to provide a smoke show for David.

The boy was obviously delighted.

After the parade, there was a big barbecue fundraiser, with proceeds benefiting David’s family.

David’s mother, Tammy Miller, was thrilled by the outpouring of generosity for her son and her family.

It has been a challenging year, and more challenges lie ahead.

But, on Halloween, David was one happy boy — surrounded by his favorite things, in a community that clearly cares.

If you would like to help, a GoFundMe account has been set up for David and his family. The link is GoFundMe.com/f/ btqze-help-the-fight-for-david.

Eight-year-old David Castle waves at the fleet of passing Pasco County Fire Rescue vehicles that kicked off the Halloween Day parade that was organized just for him. As she stands behind him, his mother, Tammy Miller, is overcome with emotion as rescue vehicles drive by.

A steady stream of motorcycles, sports cars, emergency vehicles, and 4-by-4s, made their way to the Odessa community of Ashley Lakes — giving 8-year-old David Castle, a supersized Halloween parade. An estimated 250 to 300 vehicles joined in to treat the young cancer patient to a special day.

Dale Stutz, of St. Petersburg, receives a hug from 8-year-old David Castle. Stutz, who dressed as Thor for the Halloween event, is the president of a local chapter of the Christian Motorcyclists Association.

Tammy Miller — who is David Castle’s mother — can’t hide her excitement, as her son shows her one of the toys he received during the parade. The flatbed of a pickup truck was packed with toys for the 8-year-old.

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Sydney is a 4-year-old Australian shepherd that loves her family, her tennis ball, and swimming in her pool. Sydney was adopted while her family was stationed at Fort Stewart in Georgia. She now resides in Lutz with the Cahill family – Nicole, Darby, Patrick and Colin.

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ZooTampa announced that its baby Indian rhino will be sharing its name with Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ tight end Rob Gronkowski, also known as ‘Gronk.’ The announcement came from Gronkowski himself, via video chat, to help welcome baby Gronk to the Tampa Bay area. ZooTampa celebrated by hosting a baby shower at the Indian Rhino habitat. The shower included football ice cakes, a Bucs-themed boomer ball, Bucs decorations, and a watermelon Gronk Smash.

PET PAWS BLUEFISH REGULATIONS

The recreational daily bag limit as of Oct. 26 will be three fish per person along the Atlantic coast from Nassau through Miami-Dade counties, according to a Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) news release.

The FWC regulations for bluefish do not extend into federal waters of the Atlantic.

Bluefish from Maine through the Atlantic coast of Florida make up a single population.A federal stock assessment in 2019 found that this Atlantic population of bluefish is overfished.

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NORTH TAMPA BAY CHAMBER AWARD FINALISTS

The North Tampa Bay Chamber’s Annual Celebrating Excellence Awards honors businesses in the region, recognizing the people and companies that have demonstrated a unique vision, innovation, and best practices.

COVID-19 has affected businesses across the region in various ways, causing them to adjust their models and find innovative ways to respond to the challenges.

The chamber also has adapted its Annual Celebrating Excellence Awards.This year the awards ceremony will be on Nov. 12, a virtual event that will be fully streaming with live remotes, live feeds and a celebratory toast.

The awards being presented are based on the chamber’s four core values.

Here are the finalists in each category: Excellence in Collaboration Award: B3 Medical, SVB Tennis,Avalon Park Group Excellence in Inclusivity Award: New Tampa YMCA,Vistra Communications, PascoHernando State College-Porter Campus

Excellence in Innovation Award: Complete IT, Classical Prep, Pinot’s Palette Excellence in Integrity Award: Bubba’s 33,The Laker/Lutz News, Scotch Institute of Ear, Nose & Throat, Premier Community Healthcare In addition to the Core Value awards, some individuals will be honored with Community Hero awards.

The event begins with a red carpet at 6:30 p.m., followed the program at 7 p.m.

Cocktail attire is encouraged, and there will be a celebratory toast.

To find out more about the awards and how to register for the event, visit NorthTampaBayChamber.com.

BISOU BEAUTY BAR RIBBON CUTTING

Bisou Beauty Bar, at 25591 Sierra Center Blvd., in Lutz, will have a ribbon cutting on Nov. 5 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. There will be a giveaway, promotions and refreshments to celebrate the business’ six-month anniversary.

18TH ANNUAL ‘CATCH THE BUZZ’ SPELLING BEE

It’s not too late to offer your support for the 18th annual “Catch the Buzz” spelling bee.The virtual event is set for Nov. 6 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The annual event helps raise awareness and funding for Take Stock in Children.

For information about the event, email the Greater Pasco Chamber at Chamber@GreaterPasco.com, or call (727) 842-7651 or (813) 909-2722.

Agnostos is friendly & sweet Agnostos loves to be petted and scratched. He will move his head around to get under your hand, to urge you to pet him. Agnostos will purr while you scratch his chin. This cute 7-year-old would be an excellent companion.

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2020 community award winners display their trophies after the Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce Annual Community Awards and Membership Banquet that was held recently.

From left are Bob Winters, Winters Park; Jasmine Wilkins and Patty Sarne, San Antonio Citizens Federal Credit Union; Susan Frimmel, AdventHealth Zephyrhills; Kurt Browning and Allen Altman, Pasco County Schools; Steve Bahorski, Zephyrhills Brewing Company; Melonie Monson, Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce; and, Kevin Bahr, Bahr’s Propane Gas & AC.

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Fondue has a big personality Fondue is a 3-year-old pup on the smaller side at about 35 pounds, with the sweetest thousand-watt smile. Her ideal home would be with a family who can help her brush up on her pet life skills. Fondue is super sweet, quick on the uptake, and eager to please. She does not appear to have lived as an indoor pet life prior to coming to the shelter. This “diamond in the ruff” will shine brightest in a home as the queen of her castle, with no other pets. Fondue is so darn cute that she's more than enough as a one and only.

If you would like to adopt Agnostos or Fondue, be sure to visit Pasco County Animal Services at 19640 Dogpatch Lane in Land O’ Lakes. The adoption center is open Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 6:30 p.m. All adoption fees include spay/neuter, microchip and vaccines. For more information, email adoptionpartners@pascocountyfl.net.

The Greater Zephyrhills Chamber recently presented its 2020 business and community awards.

The winners are: • Small Business of the Year: Zephyrhills Brewing Company • Large Business of the Year: AdventHealth Zephyrhills • The Diamond Award: Pasco County Schools • Citizen of the Year: Kevin Bahr • Chamber Member of the Year: San Antonio Citizens Federal Credit Union • Alice Hall Award:The Winters Family The chamber’s board for 2020-2021 also was installed at the event.

The 2020-2021 officers are: Dr. Randy Stovall, Pasco-Hernando State College provost emeritus: Chairman Vicky Jones, Palm Tree Acres Mobile Home Community:Vice Chairwoman John Scott, Gulf Coast Financial Strategies:Treasurer

Dr. Edwin Goolsby, PHSC East Campus provost: Secretary The 2020-2021 directors are: Sam Abrahani, Memco Properties Shane Barker,Vitis Realty Kathy Britton, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Amy Chappell, CenterState Bank Dino Defilippis, Staples Dennis Harmeson, Zephyrhills Wesley Chapel Ministerial Association Alex Hulbert, Dewberry Amanda Maggard,AdventHealth Zephyrhills / Dade City Dean Smith, Health Markets Kevin Sullivan, Pipas Law Group Sam Turgeon, Sunlight Realty & Zephyrhills Executive Offices David West, Make a Difference Jasmine Wilkins, San Antonio Citizens Federal Credit Union For more information, contact Melonie Monson, CEO of the Zephyrhills chamber, at director@zephyrhillschamber.org.

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MEDICARE SESSIONS Learn about BayCarePlus Medicare Advantage during “Safe and Smart Small Group Meetings,” limited to 10 attendees.

Social distancing and masks will be required.

Participants can learn about the new BayCarePlus Signature plan for 2021.

• Nov. 5 at noon, 3 p.m., and 6 p.m.: Fairfield Inn & Suites, 2650 Lajuana Blvd., Wiregrass Room,Wesley Chapel • Nov. 20 at noon, 3 p.m., and 6 p.m.: Spring Hill Suites, 16615 Bexley Village Drive, Denham-Drexel Room, Land O’ Lakes Also, online webinars are scheduled for Nov. 5 at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.; and on Nov. 7 at 10 a.m. and noon.

For a free information kit, call (866) 5087148.

For more information, please visit BayCarePlusQuestions.org.

SUICIDE PREVENTION WALK

Connerton, 21100 Fountain Garden Way in Land O’ Lakes, will offer a satellite Walk to Fight Suicide on Nov. 7 at 10 a.m., joining the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to raise awareness of the issue.

Those who are interested in joining the “Out of the Darkness” walk should meet at Connerton’s Crossvine/Rose Cottage. The Connerton course will cover approximately 3 miles.

Registration is online at tinyurl.com/yxoarbma.

URINARY INCONTINENCE

A virtual health talk on “Secrets to Complete Control: Urinary Incontinence” will be offered on Nov. 10 at noon, on both the AdventHealth Dade City and AdventHealth Zephyrhills Facebook pages.

The guest speaker will be Dr. John Ferlita, board certified in obstetrics and gynecology, specializing in urogynecology.

To register, call (877) 534-3108, or visit AHZephyrhills.com.

ADOLESCENT OUTPATIENT PROGRAM

Medical Center of Trinity’s Behavioral Health Center has opened an Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program, for ages 13 to 17.

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Gov. Ron DeSantis has enacted into law HB1135, which authorizes the creation of a specialty license plate to promote the need for lifesaving organ and tissue donors. The specialty plate was requested by Donate Life Florida, a nonprofit coalition of Florida’s organ, eye and tissue donor programs. The legislation requires Donate Life Florida to presell 3,000 vouchers toward the purchase of a new license plate within a 24-month timeframe, before production can begin. Donate Life Florida has launched a virtual campaign to bring awareness and promote the new specialty plate. Sales of the vouchers started on Oct. 16. The cost of the specialty plate is $25, plus $8 in state and local fees. Residents can schedule an appointment at their local tax collector or driver license office to purchase the voucher. For information on the plate or to register to become an organ donor, visit DonateLifeFLorida.org.

The program includes 12 hours of therapeutic group activities per week on a variety of topics, including personal triggers, cravings, family issues and depression/anxiety.

It also offers: • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy • Co-Occurring Diagnosis Therapy • Expressive Therapy • Educational Group Therapy • Medication Management • Family Systems Therapy And, treatment for: • Psychiatric Disorders/Co-Occurring Disorders • Crisis Situations • Depression and/or Anxiety • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder • Grief/Loss Issues • Relational Conflict • Mood Swings • Inability to Sleep • Trouble Focusing or Completing Tasks • Difficulties at work/school “With our new Outpatient Services for adolescents, we have more opportunities to ensure our community receives the care they need, when and where they need it,” said Kevin Sullivan, director of behavioral health services, in a Medical Center of Trinity news release.

“It is our hope that teenagers who are not sure which path to take, will choose the

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In recognition of National Hospice & Palliative Care Month, the team at Gulfside Healthcare Services will present a virtual panel webinar,“Hospice or Palliative Care: What’s the Difference?” on Nov. 13 at noon, through Zoom and Facebook.

The hour-long presentation will include information from a panel that includes a physician, nurse, chaplain, social worker and ARNP. The community also will have a chance to ask questions.

For information, visit Gulfside.org/webinars.

BE A SHINE VOLUNTEER

The SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) Program is a statewide volunteer program that offers seniors, adults with disabilities, and their caregivers, free, unbiased counseling on Medicare, prescription drugs and other health insurance matters.

The SHINE SMP (Senior Medicare Patrol) Program educates beneficiaries on how to protect, detect and report suspected Medicare fraud, waste and abuse.

Individual volunteers complete professional training by the Florida Department of

Elder Affairs and the local Area Agency on Aging; serve the community by educating others on an individual basis and through outreach events; and, gain knowledge about Medicare to benefit themselves and loved ones.

In order to participate, a volunteer application and online orientation must be completed.

To learn more, call (727) 217-8111, or visit FloridaShine.org and click on the Join Our Team link.

The Laker/Lutz News likes to keep our readers informed about available classes, seminars, lectures and events regarding health and wellness issues.

Hospitals, doctors, individual practitioners and anyone related to the health care industry can submit information, at least two weeks in advance, to be considered for publication. Photos of events, recognitions and so on, also are welcome.

Submissions should include who, what, where, when, cost, contact information, identifications for individuals in a photo (unless it is a large group), and a photo credit. This information should be emailed to news@lakerlutznews.com.

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