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Hooters coming to Land O’ Lakes? No By Michael Hinman mhinman@lakerlutznews.com
Could it be a little wishful thinking? Drivers heading north on Land O’ Lakes Boulevard saw a surprise announcement on the sign that once shared dinner specials at the old Mosquito Grill & Bar: the long-rumored Hooters chain was coming to that location next year. The problem, however, is it’s not true.At least for now. “I’ve called it one of Land O’ Lakes’ biggest urban legends,” said Meredith Kleker, executive director of the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce.“All I’ve ever heard about that is rumors, and we’ve been hearing them for years.” In fact, Hooters was rumored to be com-
ing to Land O’ Lakes in 2012 when Rapscallions was still open at 4422 Land O’ Lakes Blvd. The owner of the restaurant, however, told an online publication at the time that it wasn’t true, nor were reports that Rapscallions was closing. Rapscallions did indeed close a short time later, but Hooters didn’t swoop in to take over the lakeside property. Mosquito Grill & Bar opened there instead. That restaurant shut down last spring, once again opening the rumor floodgates that included the Atlanta-based chain. And since Centennial Bank claimed ownership of the 2 acres of land that covers the two lakeside lots along U.S. 41, the sign announcing the new Hooters was even more See HOOTERS, page 7A
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Retired woman writes a new chapter in life By B.C. Manion bcmanion@lakerlutznews.com
After spending a career in the high-pressure arena of hospital risk management, Linda Pollock retired a couple of years ago and promptly immersed herself into a new full-time endeavor. The Land O’ Lakes woman, who turns 70 this month, often devotes 10 hours or more a day B.C. MANION/STAFF PHOTO to writing. She finished her first book, a Linda Pollock, who writes under the name Linda J. Pifer, memoir called “Ohio Girl,” in holds two of her finished works.
2013. Just a few weeks ago, she published a novel called “Windows,” which is available through print-by-demand on Amazon. She’s also done the writing for “Daniel Smith,” a second novel that continues the story she began in “Windows.” But she still needs to edit “Daniel Smith” before she can publish it. Then, she expects to follow that with “Copper Swift,” which will either round out the trilogy, or set the stage for a fourth book in the series. She’s aiming for a 2015 release date for “Daniel Smith,” and a 2016 publication date for “Copper Swift.” See CHAPTER, page 7A
Hospital, hospice honors veterans with pinning ceremony The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report
Two-dozen veterans received an American flag pin and many expressions of gratitude from those who attended a Veterans Day celebration and pinning ceremony at Bayfront Health Dade City. The event, hosted by both the hospital and Gulfside Hospice & Pasco Palliative Care, honored each veteran in attendance Nov. 11 by name, as well as their years of service in the various U.S. military branches. Each received a pin as well as a personalized certificate of recognition. In honor of National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, Gulfside also distributed free copies of a living will document to those at the event, followed by lunch and cupcakes. Gulfside participates in the We Honor Veterans Program, serving more than 350 veterans since joining the program. Gulfside is trying to grow the program in Pasco
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Rabies alert in Land O’ Lakes after raccoon attacks dog The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report
The Florida Department of Health in Pasco County has issued a rabies alert in the Land O’ Lakes area, after an infected raccoon attacked a family dog. The dog, officials said, was vaccinated, although the raccoon did test positive for rabies.That has compelled them to issue the warning that rabies is present in the wild animal population, and domestic animals are at risk if not vaccinated. Residents are asked to maintain a heightened awareness that rabies is active in the county, and while the health department has issued an alert for a specific area, they said the entire county should remain vigilant against the disease. The current alert will run into the beginning of January and includes an area of Land O’ Lakes bordered by U.S. 41 on the east, Falling Rock and Lake Vienna drives in the south, Marchmont Boulevard in the west, and Mitchell Lane and Champions Avenue in the north. An animal with rabies can infect other wild or domestic animals that have not been vaccinated against rabies. All domestic animals should be vaccinated against rabies, and all wildlife contact should be avoided, health officials said. That includes raccoons, bats, foxes, skunks, otters, bobcats and coyotes specifically. Rabies is a disease of the nervous system and is fatal to warm-blooded animals and humans. The only treatment for human
exposure is rabies-specific immune globulin and rabies immunization. Appropriate treatment started soon after the exposure will protect an exposed person from the disease. Residents and visitors are advised to take the following precautions: • Keep rabies vaccinations up to date for all pets. • Keep pets under direct supervision so they do not come into contact with wild animals. If a wild animal bites a pet, seek veterinary assistance for the animal immediately. • Do not handle, feed, or unintentionally attract wild animals with open garbage cans or litter. • Never adopt wild animals or bring them into your home. • Teach children never to handle unfamiliar animals — wild or domestic — even if they appear friendly. • Prevent bats from entering living quarters or occupied spaces in homes, churches, schools and other similar areas, where they might come in contact with people and pets. • If an animal bites a person, seek care promptly.Wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water. Go to a family doctor or hospital for immediate medical attention. • For bites and scratches, contact Pasco County Animal Services at (813) 929-1212, and reach out to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission at (863) 648-3203 for concerns about wild animals.
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Beef O’Brady’s puts comedy on the menu By Michael Murillo mmurillo@lakerlutznews.com
There’s going to be some extra laughter in Land O’ Lakes. Beef O’Brady’s, 7040 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., is hosting another comedy night on Nov. 21.The now-regular event, which features a different professional headliner each month, is part of a continuing series after a couple successful trial runs in September and October. The restaurant already offers trivia nights and music acts, but restaurant general manager Mike Connor wanted to offer an additional unique entertainment option to his patrons. “There’s nobody else who has a comedy show in the area,” he said.“We just thought this was something different.” After being contacted by a comedy club that also books local shows, the Beef O’Brady’s started featuring the comedy nights in their outside patio area, which seats around 60. Good initial reactions from customers at the first two shows — featuring comedians Pete Dearaujo and Pat Duax — have led to continuing the event on a regular basis. The show begins at 9 p.m., and a later start means the topics can be more adult-oriented. But Connor is making sure it won’t be dirty — the comedians are told to avoid the most offensive words, and not curse just for shock value. “Dropping an f-bomb every other word is not funny,” he said. His own preferences lean toward the style of Jerry Seinfeld or Robin Williams, and thinks the audience will appreciate adult humor that isn’t vulgar. Mike Rivera, November’s headliner, fits that mold.A teacher in Pinellas County with more than 25 years of stand-up comedy experience, Rivera was recognized in 2013 by ABC’s “The View” as the winner of its America’s Most Hilarious Teacher contest. His energetic style and comfortable stage presence impressed the show’s hosts, and he beat competitors from around the country to claim the title.
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Cole Bros. Circus of the Stars will perform Nov. 19 and Nov. 20 at Lakeland Sun ‘n Fun, 4175 Medulla Road. Performances are at 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., both days.Advance tickets start at $16.Admission is free for children younger than 13. For information and tickets, call (800) 796-5672, or visit GoToTheCircus.com.
WRHS HOSTS BOOK FAIR, FUNDRAISER
The art department at Wiregrass Ranch High School will host a book fair and fundraiser at Barnes & Noble at The Shops at Wiregrass in Wesley Chapel Nov. 20 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The event will include drama improvisations, music ensembles, a balloon artist, face painting, free gift-wrapping, storytelling and raffles.To support the school online, visit BN.com/bookfairs Nov. 20-23 and use the code 114653098 at checkout.
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Gulfside Hospice is hosting a volunteer orientation Nov. 21 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Lutz Thrift Shoppe, 1930 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., for all new shop volunteers in Central Pasco.Volunteers must be at least 15 years old.To make a reservation, call Tracey Thompson at (813) 780-1235.
MASONIC LODGE FISH FRY
J.F. Swartsel Masonic Lodge, 3109 Lutz Lake Fern Road in Lutz, will host its monthly fish fry Nov. 21 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.The cost is $10 for eat-in, and $8 for carryout.
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The Pasco Arts Council will present “Selected Florida Wildflowers,” by photographer Anne-Marie Prokopiak at the Pasco County Government Center, 8731 Citizens Drive in New Port Richey, through Nov. 21. Prints of the photos will be available for purchase. For information, call (727) 8457322.
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The Pasco County Historical Society will meet Nov. 21 at 7 p.m., at American Legion Hall Post 15, 37745 Church Ave., in Dade City.The guest speaker will be Val Elder. Guests should bring a covered-dish dinner to share before the program, as well as cutlery, disposable plates and a beverage. For information, call Glen Thompson at (352) 567-7449.
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its annual production of the contemporary nutcracker “Goin’ Nuts!” Nov. 22 at 3 p.m., at the University of South Florida’s Theatre 1, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., in Tampa.The show features the music of Duke Ellington and is filled with dance, humor, sarcasm, and a twist to a holiday classic.Tickets are $25 for adults, and $20 for students and seniors. Children younger than 3 are free. For information, call (813) 979-2222, or visit CollectiveSoles.org.
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ME Hobbies, 1904 Oak Grove Blvd., in Lutz, is a drop-off location for Toys For Tots. Donate any new, unwrapped toy in the drop box and receive a 10 percent off coupon for ME Hobbies. Toys will be accepted through mid-December. For information, call Michelle Karpoich at (813) 803-0386, or email michelle@mehobbies.com. Homeowners’Association will host its 12th annual VillageFest Nov. 22 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Carrollwood Village Soccer Fields, 13420 South Village Drive.The event will feature live music, arts and crafts, gifts, plants, animals for adoption, beer and wine, activities for kids, and more than 125 vendors. Guests can park at the Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road, for $2. No coolers are allowed.The event is rain or shine. Pets are welcome. For information, call (813) 842-7066, or visit CarrollwoodVillage.com.
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Barnes & Noble at The Shops at Wiregrass in Wesley Chapel will host author Amy Christine Parker Nov. 22 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., for a book signing. Parker is the author of the teen novels “Gated” and “Astray.” For information, visit BN.com/discoveryweekend.
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The Children’s Outreach Program Effort will host a bike ride, motorcycle show and walk Nov. 25 at 2 p.m., at Wesley Chapel District Park, 7727 Boyette Road.There will be entertainment, an auction, food, prizes and live music. Students can earn community hours. For information or to register, call (352) 457-4075.
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HOPE CHURCH FESTIVAL
Hope Church, 5107 W. Lutz Lake Fern Road in Lutz, will host a fall festival Nov. 22 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.There will be food, hayrides, face painting, family pictures, games and a chili-cooking contest.Admission is free. For information, email churchlady@hope4tampa.com.
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WIREGRASS WOBBLE
The 2014 Wiregrass Wobble Turkey Trot 5K and Fun Run will be Nov. 27 at The Shops at Wiregrass in Wesley Chapel.The 5-kilometer run starts at 7:30 a.m., followed by the 1mile fun run at 8:15 a.m.The registration fee is $30.The proceeds will benefit New Tampa YMCA, Feeding America Tampa Bay and the Rotary Club of New Tampa.To register, visit WiregrassWobbleTurkeyTrot.com.
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Central Pasco County is set to get its first Kauffman Tire location with plans to build a 7,600-square-foot location on vacant land along Wesley Chapel Boulevard. Developers are eyeing a 2.3-acre parcel around the area of 28225 Wesley Chapel Boulevard, next to the Walgreens near where Wesley Chapel Boulevard connects with the northern portion of Bruce B. Downs Boulevard. The land was purchased for $350,000 in June 2012 by 54 & 581 LLC, and it appears to have never been developed. It changed hands a few times since 1998, according to Pasco County property records, including a $790,000 transfer in 2005 at the height of the housing boom. The current landowner is affiliated with Mitchell Rice and Michael Leeds, part of the ownership team of RMC Property Group in Tampa.
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John Weaver, who works with the corporate office of the Atlanta-based company, is spearheading the project with Sarah Case of Gadd Case & Associates of Lakeland as property manager. It would be the second Kauffman Tire location in Pasco, the first opening on Little Road in New Port Richey. However, this new location wouldn’t be too far from the Kauffman Tire at 17325 Dona Michelle Drive in New Tampa, located less than 10 miles to the south. Kauffman Tire started in Ohio in 1936, according to the company’s website, but didn’t begin to expand until the late 1960s, primarily in the south. Kauffman Tire now has 55 locations throughout Florida and Georgia, and 14 wholesale distribution centers in seven states. The company is meeting with Pasco County officials for the first time Nov. 25, and no timeline is available yet on when construction might begin.
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HOOTERS, from page 1A believable. There are plans for the land, and there is even a potential buyer working to get it under contract, but it’s not for Hooters, said Bill Nye, a commercial real estate broker in Wesley Chapel. “There is definitely not a Hooters going in there,” Nye said, although he said it was far too early to give details on what might go there instead. Nye’s name came into the mix after he called Pasco County officials three weeks ago asking about the property, according to Ruthann Dattoli of the county’s planning and development department. His questions centered around county requirements that might come into place if a developer decided to raze the 42-year-old building, or simply remodel it. Nye also mentioned that the neighboring residential lot to the north could be turned into a parking lot, Dattoli said. It would be difficult for a restaurant chain to build something new on the land, Nye said, because its lakeside location has far different environmental requirements than what existed in the 1970s.
CHAPTER, from page 1A Pollock, who publishes under her maiden name, Linda J. Pifer, always has loved to write. “I had an English lit teacher when I was in high school that just really encouraged me to use the gift,” Pollock said.“He really was my inspiration, when I was a kid.” Initially, she studied nursing and planned to pursue that as a career. “That’s what girls did then,” she said. It didn’t take her long to discover that nursing wasn’t her true calling, so she enlisted in the U.S. Navy.After her stint there, she went into retail work. Later, she began working for hospitals — first, as an administrative clerk, and then later in risk management. She finished her career doing just that for the former University Community Hospital, now Florida Hospital Tampa. Over the years, Pollock wrote articles for hospital newsletters. She penned her first nationally circulated work in 2003, a piece about her uncle called “The Cloverfinder” that was published in Country Magazine. After she retired, Pollock turned her attention to telling the story of growing up in Ohio, surrounded by her family. She culled through hundreds of photographs to accompany her memoir that details her life and her recollections about her grandpar-
Anyone purchasing the 2 acres of land bordering Bell Lake would likely have to use the 42year-old structure. Environmental regulations are much more stringent now than they were in the 1970s, land developers say, meaning a new location would have to be located a good distance from the lake shore.
“It’s going to be almost impossible to tear that building down and put another one there,” said Nye, the owner of Nye Commercial Advisors.“There are some stringent setbacks to adhere to, and the county is not going to bend very much on them.” Centennial foreclosed on a $900,000 mortgage on the property owed by C of Pasco Inc., last month, which purchased the property in 2010. At the time, it was the home of Rapscallions, which was featured in a 2011 episode of the former Travel Channel
program “Man v. Food,” hosted by Adam Richman. An ownership group associated with Rapscallions purchased the property in 2005 for just under $1 million, and continued to operate the restaurant there even after selling to C of Pasco in 2010. Mosquito struggled to follow Rapscallions despite plans to completely remodel the location.Yet, no matter who takes over that land, it’s a prime piece of real estate, said the chamber’s Kleker said.
“If you look at that location, it’s a good location,” she said. “And it’s not too close to other stores.” It’s also not far from Ukulele Brand’s, which has a lakeside restaurant on the other side of Land O’ Lakes Boulevard.Yet, even if a new restaurant goes into the Mosquito spot, Kleker feels there’s still plenty of business to go around. “I don’t think it would hurt Uke’s at all,” she said.“It’s good to have a thriving business in our community. And while we love our small businesses, we still love all businesses that can thrive here.” A spokeswoman for Hooters of America Inc., and the related original company Hooters Inc. — which both own Hooters restaurants in the immediate area — told The Laker/Lutz News Monday there were no plans to open a Hooters in Land O’ Lakes. That would leave the closest Hooters restaurant in Port Richey, which is owned by Hooters Inc., the original Hooters company that owns a handful of locations in the Tampa Bay area, as well as Chicago and New York City.The closest Hooters owned by the much-larger Atlanta-based Hooters of America, is the Bruce B. Downs Boulevard restaurant near Florida Hospital Tampa.
ents, great aunts, uncles and other family members on both sides of the Pifer,Wanamaker and Guerin families. Her first novel “Windows” focuses on a Florida woman whose husband has died from cancer. The main character, Sarah Sandlin, is obsessed with genealogy, and uses it as a way to hide from life. “She wants to let go of her grief,” but she can’t, the author said. Eventually, Sarah receives a letter from one of her husband’s friends who wants her to come to the United Kingdom to research his family’s genealogy. She agrees, which leads to a story that Pollock describes as both romance and genealogical mystery. As Sarah uncovers secrets hidden in the old estate house, a New Zealand connection emerges which leads to the next novel,“Daniel Smith.” That novel tells the story of Daniel Smith, who travels to New Zealand from Scotland with his wife on a masted ship in 1843. Pollock’s novels draw heavily This is Linda Pollock when she was 2, growing up in Ohio. She was from her imagination, but also in- known then as Linda J. Pifer, which is the name she uses for her volve considerable research. She published works.
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also been The Land O’ Lakes area has new VA the VA, and they Paul Rizzo. “We met with a possible location for a they said the shared as it’s in central Pasco. However, turned us down, because only built for clinic, since remains on the radar simply building was unsafe. It was east Pasco also in ” one floor, but it’s three floors. the available land out there to have the because of something Despite that, Rizzo wants case VA officials decide to build new clinic there. Hospital is new. create as “I still say that Community But getting out that way might could use,” he as simply going to the James one of the best places that we for 50 years many problems Center in Tampa, some say. said.“It’s been standing there Medical VA Haley we They say already exists near Florida now, so how is that unsafe? of the building Plus, a clinic need a complete overhaul 7A complete a page is need really VETERANS, we costly. See what Hospital there, but “We tried to get Community the VA.” one veteran, overhaul of about seven years ago,” said
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and parts of valves from steam engines, boilers. rakes, shovels, flywheels, and history of As Harden talked about the painted he Odessa, Lutz and Land O’ Lakes, heydays. the mill vivid pictures of life during cruiser,” “They would send the timber woods in the Harden said.“He would go out cutting to and mark pine that was worth would get you Then mill. the to back bring go out there. the logging crews that would especial“A lot of the lumber businesses, you would see ly the smaller ones, the ones 41, in Lutz and out here, just north on (U.S.) out of the Land O’ Lakes, and operating 41. They of forests to the east and west skid the logs might have mules that would up.There would out, and they’d bring them be like portable sawmills.” people took After the mills were gone, said. Many of up citrus farming, Harden succumbed to those groves have since or residential blight, disease, winter freezes
railroad To a casual observer, the rusted of steel may vate lands. that he ties, old bits of metal, and scraps He has a waterproof detector carted off to a seem like stuff that should be takes to the beach. detecting, he junkyard. When Harden’s not actively bits of rusted and swap But for Tom Harden, these enjoys going to flea markets collection. gone by. items to add to his metal unearth stories of days of the West meets to find which decoHarden, who is president He has a penchant for signs, can pick up a He State Archeological Society, and buildings in his backyard. you about the rate fences from the artifacts at looking rusted railroad spike and tell enjoys down tracks in also trains that used to rumble harvested past. development. finds is a hisLutz and Odessa, carrying lumber the scent One of his most treasured Subdivisions now stand where the air. of the Dowling Mill in from those communities. — taken toric photograph of orange blossoms once perfumedof discovHe can hold old metal buttons and re- Odessa, at the northeast corner of Gunn joy box” — so exHarden enjoys sharing the from a wooden “treasure and State Road 54. He was detecting. the dungarees Highway said ery that can accompany metal count how they popped off he ran across that, Harden detect, I alwere buried cited when was “When people go out and of mill workers, and over time, off a flat- he would have paid $100 for it. But it iron.You never show can ways tell them,‘Dig up the negotiate to He and he managed beneath the soil. find,’” Harden he estimates priced at $35 know what you’re going to tened shotgun shell casing that 1870s. that down to $25. look at old railroad spikes, the said. in treasure hunting Tom Harden can interest was fired somewhere around to find life trip what up Harden’s special a spins blades and conjure It doesn’t even take With these metal props, Harden king began when he was a wee lad, and his fasci- bolts and ground, Harden times before they was interesting objects in the must have been like in the began early, too. tales about the days when lumber central Pasco nation for history South Carolina,” he said, a rusted and were in full use. added. in northern Hillsborough and plant in the “I grew up in “When you’re planting the in Civil War history. tomacounties. have here place steeped hoeing the row to plant the life during when it was all ground or “A lot of the railroads that we towns,” Metal detecting came into his you’re going to plant — rascal on the top and then, logging with that. toes, or whatever that old iron object and centennial, which was comwould serve a lot of the ready, they would press clothes of his knowl- the Civil War’s you might turn up the late 1950s to early ” Harden said, crediting much is this? Where did it come books memorated from That was really labor intensive. ‘What history into local wonder, to getting to area were the attention edge about lot of people But, he noted,“People paid MacManus and 1960s. A objects from the war, and have the fabrics from?’” written by Elizabeth Riegler more about those details. They didn’t Harden also searching for Anyone who wants to know her daughter, Susan MacManus. History of Harden joined in. ” is welcome to come to a “The Harden that we have today. “You will metal detecting credits accounts shared in Harden said. When he’s out with his detector, He grabbed a trio of ax heads: or ” a local history club meeting to find out more, ” finds a piece of jewelry Keystone, Odessa and Citrus, open to anyone who has an find these in the logging camps. “You’ll find a longtime occasionally club’s an of Binder, “The C. Henry remnants by finds book edited ” some coins. He also But that’s not the only place. he said.“Guys, gals, children. old people had to interest,” — such as rusted parts of civic activist. come for a them elsewhere because hunting for earlier time life. He encourages people to Harden has spent decades and other stuff of everyday Harden said.“They didn’t get hooked. that unlock the machinery visit. Like him, they may just old rusted chop their wood,” we have today.” treasures and finding clues For instance, Harden has some have the utilities that who settled “It’s fun,” Harden said. stoves, one up and explained how stories of men and women He has covers from old wood families here, irons. He picked up the stove and set that here, worked here, had their here, too. they would “heat and moved on or were buried
Last season the Wesley Chapel Wildcats lost all of their games. They were shut out four times or and only scored seven points In year. more in two contests all by at half of their games, they lost least 30 points. at But in the locker room and practice, no heads are hanging. going Players aren’t dejected or there’s through the motions. In fact, enthusiasm and optimism of plenty as they prepare for a new season. Tico And while head coach have Hernandez would loved to not registered some wins, he’s last effort team’s his of ashamed year. our “The scoreboard didn’t go great way, but there are a lot of said things that we did do,” his secHernandez, now entering head ond year as the school’s up, coach. Participation “numbers Those kids behaving, academics up. MICHAEL MURILLO/STAFF PHOTO that we Chapel’s fortunes are some important things to help turn around Wesley and Ryan Robinson are expected take pride in.” belts, Scott Edwards, left, As a result, the Wesley Chapel With another year of experience under their and High School administration in 2014. team parents have supported a proon Hernandez’s efforts to build Ryan Robinson, who plays WESLEY CHAPEL 2014 Wildcats Schedule that returngram with a strong foundation. 10/10 — Sunlake to the offensive line, said WILDCATS 8/29 — at Zephyrhills Off-field production is important du- ing so many linemen from last 10/17 — at River Ridge coaching 9/5 — Lecanto differHernandez. In addition to his year also will make a big — Anclote 0-10 10/25 with YEAR: works Pasco LAST — he 9/12 ties at Wesley Chapel, believes that it’s up to 10/31 — Gulf of not graduat- ence. He 0-5 in district play 9/19 — at Hudson students who are in danger his teammates on the 7 11/7 — at Wiregrass Ranch on the path to him and Sixth place in Class 5A-District 10/3 — Ridgewood ing, and helps them get back line to step up and create opporearning a diploma. the offense. improved re- tunities for you KEY RETURNING PLAYERS But he also wants to see “We play the biggest role if another year Scott Edwards, quarterback isn’t any easisults on the field, and feels that take a step ask me,” Robinson said.“Without line, defensive line and their non-district schedule like Pasco team Ryan Robinson, offensive of experience will help his this happens.” against schools should have us, none of about the er, with matchups forward in 2014. The team Hernandez also feels good and Sunlake. returning, incoach bePLAYER TO WATCH While they gave up a lot of around seven offensive starters Despite the challenges, the tight end, four offensive team’s defense. games, he said those numTre McKitty, wide receiver, cluding their quarterback and building a strong program and points in some they’re lieves on defensive lineman his team has the whole story. Mistakes linemen. looks forward to seeing how that consis- bers don’t tell challenges him“I love his excitement. He through a winHernandez believes having teams scores and other menyounger kid, but translate into a offense, special put the defense in difficult progressed since struggling things turn self every day. He’s still a tency in the huddle will tal miscues often less season last year. However have the like he’s unit. to he looks (6-foot-4, 225 pounds) contributed to some lopsided more efficient and effective out, Hernandez feels privileged a boost as situations, and — Coach ready for college right now.” Their confidence should get work with the team, play a Scott Edwards defeats. will have opportunity to Tico Hernandez part of the game well. Returning quarterback He has confidence the Wildcats the team role in their growth and be credits their coach for keeping through a good showing on that side of the ball. headed he enjoys. said. calm and focused as they struggled While there’s a lot of optimism good “I love it. I’m blessed,” Hernandez the team feels got coaches a difficult season in 2013. kids. We’re atti- into the season — “Every day I’m thankful. I’ve played since they were little “I think it was coach Hernandez’about about their participation in seven-on-seven in each other, the administra- blessed every day to be able to come out believe who attitude willis positive nobody support’s this summer — tude. He’s got a really great opportuniis fantastic and community that helps us competition here with great health. It’s a predictions about the tion the whole season, and I think the state of Florida.” that last ing to make concrete up. have ty to play football in kids these out,” Edwards said. He believessome com- upcoming season. Hernandez acknowledges that game a “We play 7, with year’s experience coupled lot of talent in Class 5A-District game this year. there’s a petition will help him up his
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PASCO LEGISLATIVE DELEGATION TO MEET The Pasco County Legislative Delegation will meet Dec. 3 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., at Sunlake High School, 3023 Sunlake Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes. This will give the local delegation a chance to show support for various measures proposed for the upcoming legislative session early next year.All local bill proposals need to be accompanied by a resolution from the local government supporting it, according to a release. Public testimony is welcome. Those wishing to address the delegation need to complete a speaker request form, available online at tinyurl.com/PascoLD. All speakers should bring six copies of all handout materials for distribution to the delegation members, or deliver them to the office of state Sen. John Legg before 5 p.m., on Dec. 1. For information, email Jim Browne at browne.jim@flsenate.gov, or call (813) 9099919.
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Pasco County residents can take part in recycling household waste and electronics at the next collection event set for Nov. 22 at the West Pasco Government Center on Little Road in New Port Richey. “This is a great opportunity to clean out your garage, and clear out your excess paints, gasoline, or any hazardous waste,” said Charley Ryburn of Pasco County Utilities, in a release.“Many people don’t realize that there are hazardous materials in television sets, and must be disposed of properly.This is a convenient, inexpensive way of properly disposing of these items.” Collection will take place Nov. 22 from 8 a.m. to noon. It’s free to Pasco County residents, however, there is a $5 charge for each television, computer monitor, computer tower and laptop computer. There is a $10 charge for televisions that exceed 36 inches. For information, visit online at PascoCountyUtilities.com, or call (727) 8478041.
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Pasco County Public Transportation has started the process of notifying bus riders that bus benches at stops throughout unincorporated Pasco County are being removed and replaced. Metropolitan Systems Inc. will do the work, removing all the old benches by Nov. 30, according to a release. In their place, new benches will be installed that are com-
pliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act.They also are expected to improve safety, security and accessibility for PCPT riders, officials said. Bus shelters will not be impacted during this transition, and riders can call PCPT to determined where the closest shelter is to them. “There may be some inconvenience from some of our riders,” said PCPT director Mike Carroll, in a release.“The new benches will be more accessible and convenient for those with disabilities. Unfortunately, in some cases, benches will have to be removed where the benches cannot comply with federal regulations.” Once the benches are removed, it will take up to 90 days for the company to get necessary permits, and to start work. However, new benches should be in place by the end of spring. For information, visit RidePCPT.com, or call (813) 235-6073.
SHERIFF’S OFFICE TO HELP SCHOOLS
The Pasco County Sheriff’s Office is offering a four-hour training program to administrators and staff members at area schools in December, with the hopes of curbing some of the violence and safety issues at other schools around the nation. The Dec. 15 event will begin at 8:30 a.m., at Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School, 13651 Hays Road in Spring Hill. It will include discussion of topics like the emergency management cycle, multi-hazard planning for schools, threat and vulnerability assessments, crime prevention through environmental design, mass notification concepts, grant resources, and facilitating drills and exercises. The cost of the training is free, and is open to “anyone involved in the safety and care of our students,” according to a sheriff’s office flier. Those interested in taking part can register by contacting Cpl. Donald Fly at dfly@pascosheriff.org.
BILIRAKIS INCLUDES PASCO IN DRUG TRAFFICKING PROGRAM
U.S. Rep. Gus Bilirakis has successfully petitioned Pasco County’s entry into the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Program. HIDTA, as it’s more commonly called, is a federal grant program that provides resources and funds to local law enforcement entities and other authorities in specially designated areas of the United States to address drug trafficking. Being a part of the program, Bilirakis said, means law enforcement officials in the county will have access to funds and resources that will allow them to combat prescription drug abuse and drug trafficking.
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GENERAL CANCER SUPPORT
Florida Cancer Affiliates will host a general cancer support group meeting Nov. 26 at 6 p.m., at its New Port Richey center, 5500 Little Road. For information, call (727) 808-4818.
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The Crisis Center of Tampa Bay has a toll-free help line to provide emotional support and resource referral to veterans in a five-county area. The service covers Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk and Manatee counties. The hotline is staffed by veterans. Any veteran needing help or information can call (844) 693-5838 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. After-hours and weekend calls will be answered by crisis specialists in the Crisis Center’s 2-1-1 call center.
The Medical Center of Trinity, 9330 State Road 54, will host a support group for anyone whose life is affected by Huntington’s disease Nov. 20 at 6:30 p.m. To find out more, please call Nina Qualters at (727) 236-3578, or email her at npappasqualters@gmail.com.
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Throughout the month of November, Gulfside Hospice & Pasco Palliative Care will offer free copies of Five Wishes, an easy-touse tool with advance directives and planning information, while supplies last. Copies can be picked up at any of the Gulfside thrift shops. There is a limit of one per person. Spanish versions are available by calling Gulfside Hospice. For information, call Kirsty Churchill at (727) 845-5707, or email info@ghppc.org.
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The National Alliance on Mental Illness Pasco County recognizes community members who have gone above and beyond to help those with mental illness and their families. This year’s award recipients were: • Crisis Intervention Team Officer of the Year: Curtis Adams, Pasco County sheriff’s deputy • Provider of the Year: Kim Treanor, BayCare • Advocate of the Year: Rick Barrett, NAMI member • Media Award for East Pasco: Heather Grzelka, Madeira Public Relations • Media Award for West Pasco: Rose Marie Seiber, Seiber Graphics • Humanitarian of the Year: Nancy Chancey, former head of ER nursing at Tampa General Hospital • Legislator of the Year, Bob Dillinger, public defender
LODGE OFFERS TOPS PROGRAM
J.F. Swartsel Lodge, 3309 Lutz Lake Fern Road in Lutz, offers the TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) program every Wednesday. Weigh-in is at 9 a.m., following by a meeting at 9:45 a.m. For information, call Mary Clark at (813) 908-3587.
CELEBRATE RECOVERY FROM ADDICTIONS
Victorious Life Church, 6224 Old Pasco Road in Wesley Chapel, offers a Celebrate Recovery group on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. The group is a recovery resource for healing from addictions. Participants will discuss hurts, hang-ups and habits. For information, call (813) 973-2230.
SENIOR HEALTH FAIR
The Alzheimer’s Family Organization will host a Senior Health Fair and Yard Sale Nov. 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Forest Glen Lodge, 7435 Plathe Road in New Port Richey. For information, call Lynn Hecht at (727) 309-6535.
ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVER SUPPORT
The Alzheimer’s Association hosts a meeting at the Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, the first Wednesday of each month at 11 a.m. The group is for caregivers who have a loved one with dementia. For information, call Phyllis Bross at (813) 996-1361, or email pebross@verizon.net.
MYOTONIC DYSTROPHY GROUP
The Tampa Myotonic Dystrophy Support Group will meet Nov. 22 at 1 p.m., at Temple Elijah, 21021 State Road 54 in Lutz. Dr. Laura Ranum will discuss the latest research, trials and therapies for this common form of muscular dystrophy in adults. To find out more, please call Elizabeth Melendez at (813) 949-9917, or email monroejjje@aol.com.
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If Thanksgiving is all about sharing time together while enjoying a holiday meals with all of the trimmings, the Benedictine Sisters of Florida and Saint Anthony of Padua parish want to help make that happen for people unable to prepare their own meal, would otherwise dine alone, or do not have the means to make it happen. Putting on the traditional feast and inviting others to share it has been a tradition for 19 years. The “Food, Fun, Faith and Fellowship” dinner is free, and takes place on Thanksgiving afternoon Nov. 27. The meal includes turkey, stuffing, salad, mashed potatoes and pie. Making the mashed potatoes is a gargantuan chore. It involves peeling 100 pounds of potatoes and then preparing them with Sister Donna DeWitt’s closely guarded recipe. Members of the Saint Anthony Women’s Club get into the act, too, baking pies and making other desserts to top off the holiday meal. Dinner is served from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., in the parish center behind Saint Anthony Church, 32848 Massachusetts Ave., in San Antonio. Those who are homebound or who need transportation can call to schedule delivery of a meal, or to get a ride to enjoy the
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Early interception sets tone for Sunlake playoff win By Michael Hinman mhinman@lakerlutznews.com
The Vanguard Knights had a long bus trip from Ocala to Pasco County to face the Sunlake Seahawks. And they weren’t going to leave without an upset in the first round of the Class 6A high school playoffs. Darryn Lake fell on the ball on the Knights’ own 37yard-line following the kickoff, giving Vanguard great field position to start the game. But just eight seconds later, senior cornerback Mosi Davis would change everything. In the very first snap of the 2014 playoffs between Sunlake and Vanguard, Knights quarterback N’Kosi Perry immediately tested the Seahawks’ defense with a long pass downfield. Davis, however, read the pass the entire way, and was there on FRED BELLET/PHOTO his own 28-yard line to interSunlake High School head football coach Bill Browning looks on with concern as his team trailed cept the ball and set the tone for a 24-6 first round Sunlake Zephyrhills 22-7 in the final game of the season. However, his Seahawks recovered quickly in the first round of the playoffs, defeating Vanguard 24-6. win on Friday. Sunlake (9-2) dominated the ground with 280 yards and three touch- Vanguard’s 1-yard line. However, senior run- more chances to score, Vanguard head downs. The Knights, on the other hand, ning back Nathan Johnson just couldn’t cross coach Edwin Farmer opted for a fake pointwere powerful in the air. Perry recovered the end zone, forcing the Seahawks to settle after kick, but could only watch as Rashard quickly from his first-pass interception to on an 18-yard field goal from senior Chris Laiz was stopped just inches from the goalcomplete 17-of-29 passes for 189 yards and Wilkinson to give Sunlake an early 3-0 lead. line, preventing a two-point conversion. a touchdown. Perry’s defense, however, limBoth teams would trade three-and-outs The Knights never really had a chance ited Sunlake to just a Chris Wilkinson field right after that, with Perry breaking that after that. Sunlake consistently moved the goal early in the first quarter off two inter- cycle late in the first by moving to his pass- ball and burned clock, staying on the ceptions. ing game. He converted a third-and-20 with ground as much as possible. They added “We’ll enjoy this one, but we better not just 23 seconds left with a 50-yard pass to touchdowns along the way as well, includbe satisfied,” Sunlake head coach Bill Lake. And after running 5 more yards him- ing a 46-yard mad dash by Davis that put the Browning said after the game.“Everyone in self, Perry found Lake one more time 14 Seahawks up 10-6 less than a minute after the playoffs is good.” yards away, this time in the end zone, to give Vanguard took the lead. After Davis’ game-starting interception, Vanguard a 6-3 lead to start the second. Naejaun Jackson tacked on two touchthe Seahawks took 12 plays to reach Knowing they may not get too many downs of his own, the first on a 7-yard
Suwannee completes playoff comeback Sometimes football really is a game of inches. A critical fourth-down stop late in the game left the Zephyrhills Bulldogs inches short of a first down and a potential 34-29
victory against Suwannee High School in their Nov. 14 Class 5A football playoff game. Instead, the Suwannee Bulldogs took over and scored a quick touchdown, and added another moments later when Zephyrhills
fumbled the kickoff. As a result, Suwannee won the game, 4234. It was a disappointing ending for Zephyrhills, who led 24-9 at halftime on the road in their first playoff game in eight years.
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7A-7 FOOTBALL STANDINGS Team W L T ySickles 7 3 0 Gaither 7 3 0 Freedom 6 4 0 zTampa Bay Tech 5 5 0 Steinbrenner 3 6 1 Wiregrass Ranch 4 6 0
PF 258 245 166 187 174 192
PA 187 167 128 250 199 268
6A-6 FOOTBALL STANDINGS Team W L T ySunlake 8 2 0 zMitchell 6 4 0 Springstead 6 4 0 Land O’ Lakes 4 6 0 Fivay 2 8 0
PF 267 229 131 275 219
PA 62 196 95 269 322
5A-7 FOOTBALL STANDINGS Team W L T yRiver Ridge 9 1 0 zGulf 8 2 0 Hudson 6 4 0 Wesley Chapel 2 8 0 Ridgewood 2 8 0 Anclote 0 10 0
PF 336 330 288 151 157 113
PA 143 275 273 309 317 351
5A-6 FOOTBALL STANDINGS Team W L T ySouth Sumter 10 0 0 zZephyrhills 8 2 0 Pasco 6 4 0 Nature Coast Tech 6 4 0 Central 2 8 0 Hernando 3 6 0 Weeki Wachee 1 9 0
PF 404 388 255 282 92 155 126
PA 79 196 165 184 303 243 361
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WEDNESDAY, NOV. 12 Girls Basketball Steinbrenner 40, Riverview 36 Boys Soccer Pasco 8, Anclote 0 Sickles 2, Freedom 2 Steinbrenner 6, Durant 2 Sunlake 4, Wesley Chapel 0 Wiregrass Ranch 3, Land O’ Lakes 0
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THURSDAY, NOV. 13 Girls Basketball Land O' Lakes 56, Fivay 31 Boys Soccer Steinbrenner 2, Plant 2 Wiregrass Ranch 3, Gaither 0 Girls Soccer Land O’ Lakes 8, Lecanto 0
FRIDAY, NOV. 14 Football Lakewood 31, Gulf 27 Gainesville 24, Mitchell 17 South Sumter 16, North Marion 12 Sickles 9, Plant City 7 Tampa Bay Tech 42, Durant 25 River Ridge 29, Tarpon Spring 28 Sunlake 24, Vanguard 6 Suwannee 42, Zephyrhills 34 Boys Soccer Sunlake 6, Fivay 1 WEDNESDAY, NOV. 19 Boys Soccer Anclote at Wiregrass Ranch, 7:30 p.m. Sunlake at Pasco, 7:30 p.m. Girls Soccer River Ridge at Wiregrass Ranch, 7:45 p.m. THURSDAY, NOV. 20 Boys Soccer Freedom at Plant, 6 p.m. Steinbrenner at Sickles, 6 p.m. Girls Soccer Freedom at Plant, 9 p.m. Steinbrenner at Sickles, 8 p.m. FRIDAY, NOV. 21 Football Lakewood at River Ridge, 7:30 p.m. Sickles at Tampa Bay Tech, 7:30 p.m. Sunlake at Gainesville, 7:30 p.m. Suwannee at South Sumter, 7:30 p.m. Boys Basketball Steinbrenner at Wiregrass Ranch, 6:30 p.m.
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COLLEGE SIGNINGS FOR LOCAL ATHLETES
Three successful high school athletes are taking the next steps in their careers at NCAA Division I schools. Nikki Carroll, a senior at Tampa Catholic High School, signed a letter of intent to attend the University of South Florida on an athletic scholarship. Carroll is the back-toback state champion in pole vaulting for Class 2A, and signed her letter in a ceremony at her school Nov. 12. That same day, Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School senior Alyssa Mathis signed a letter of intent to play volleyball for San Diego State University in California. She had more than 1,000 kills in her high school career — including 320 as a senior — and added 270 blocks to her resume. Taylor Emery, a standout point guard for the Freedom High School girls basketball team, will continue her athletic career with a scholarship from Tulane University in Louisiana. Emery is known not just for her basketball skills, but her writing skills as well. She penned a tribute song for schoolmate Jordan Harris, who passed away after a battle with cancer, and sold the song on Apple’s iTunes store to raise money for the family. The senior signed her letter of intent on Nov. 13 at the New Tampa YMCA.
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The Tri-County Tennis League is looking for individuals, teams and facilities to begin league play. It will include age divisions from 40s and older. League play also will feature ratings-
Vanguard 6 0 0 0 — 6 Sunlake 3 14 7 0 — 24 Sunlake statistics
RUSHING: Nathan Johnson 20-102, Dayton Feiden 8-64, Mosi Davis 1-46, Naejaun Jackson 5-26, Logan Wolfe 4-25, Terrence Jackson 1-7. PASSING: Dayton Feiden 4-5-0-63. RECEIVING: Terrence Jackson 1-37, Nick Valdes 2-33, A.J. McClendon 1-4. QB SACKS: Austin Yeloushan 1.5, Dylan Franklin 1, Spencer Jarvis 1, Will Alvarez 1, Kalon Gipson 0.5. INTERCEPTIONS: Mosi Davis 1, Dylan Stanton 1
scamper late in the first, and the second a 6yard end zone run in the third. Johnson led the rushing attack with 102 yards, while quarterback Dayton Feiden added 64 yards of his own. Feiden spent very little time in the air, finishing 4-of-6 for 63 yards with no touchdowns, and no interceptions. Lake led all Knights receivers with 108 yards and a touchdown, while Justin Watkins picked up 38 yards on three catches. The Seahawks’ defense, however, sacked Perry five times in the game, costing Vanguard 22 yards. Sunlake now heads on the road this week to face Gainesville, which outlasted Mitchell 24-17 in the first round. And like Vanguard before it, Sunlake has experience against what is expected to be a tough Hurricanes team that is far better than its 65 record might indicate. “We played Gainesville before, so we know what to expect,” Browning said, citing the 17-14 loss to the Hurricanes last year that knocked Sunlake out of the playoffs in the first round. And how will the Seahawks prepare? “We’ll just keep believing in ourselves,” Browning said,“and work hard.”
Suwannee advances to take on South Sumter, who stands undefeated at 11-0 after running the table in Zephyrhills’ District 6, and getting past North Marion High School 16-12 in their opening playoff game. Zephyrhills finishes their successful season with an 8-3 record, snapped a playoff drought, and nearly pulled off a big win in their return to postseason action.
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T-SHIRTS SUPPORT CROSS-COUNTRY COACH
“I Run For Keppel”T-shirts are available to help support Land O’ Lakes High School cross-country coach Kris Keppel, who is battling pancreatic cancer. The shirts are $15 each, with all proceeds going to Keppel. For information or to make a donation, call (813) 406-5730, or email carolyn011jr@hotmail.com or kbdehaas@aol.com.
SPORT ACTIVITIES AVAILABLE FOR SENIORS
Senior Sports is seeking players older than 60 for a number of regular co-ed sporting events, including Slo-Pitch softball for fall and winter competition. Senior Sports has participants who play golf every Wednesday and bowling every Thursday. It also has added tennis and indoor volleyball. For information, call Walt Bockmiller at (813) 527-8211.
GIRLS SOFTBALL REGISTRATION OPEN
Lutz Leaguerettes, a slow-pitch softball league for girls ages 6-18, is now accepting registrations for its spring schedule. They play at the Oscar Cooler Sports Complex, 766 Lutz Lake Fern Road. The fee is $180 through Dec. 1. For information, visit LutzSoftball.com.
SOCCER LEAGUE REGISTRATION OPEN
The Greater Tampa Bay Football Club is now accepting registrations for its fall and winter soccer league. To register, visit GTBFC.com.
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During the open ceremonies of the recently Marine Corps Birthday Ball, as members of the Chamberlain High School Junior ROTC presented the colors, Michael and Ann Mather of Altamonte Springs recite the Pledge of Allegiance. They were guests of their son-in-law, U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Garrett Pardue, and their daughter, Meagan Pardue of Land O’ Lakes.
Guest speaker U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Mark ‘Droopy’ Clark, a native of South Dakota and Minnesota, is accompanied to the recent Marine Corps Birthday Ball with his wife, Lisa.
Retired U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Mike Bradford was the guest of honor at the annual Marine Corps Birthday Ball. He’s currently in charge of the Marine’s Junior ROTC program at Chamberlain High School in Tampa.
Mary Snyder-Moreno, left, and her U.S. Marine Corps veteran husband David Moreno of Tampa, recite the Pledge of Allegiance during the opening ceremony of the second annual Marine Corps Birthday Ball at Harbor Terrace Restaurant. ON PAGE 1A: Chamberlain High School Marine Junior ROTC member Cheyenne Alderman joins others to march in and come to a halt during the presentation of the colors at the second annual Marine Corps Birthday Ball at Harbor Terrace Restaurant.
The POW/MIA table setting is reserved to honor those missing in action, or held prisoner. During the Marine Forever Veterans Group’s Marine Corps Birthday Ball, the table was set for three, with an empty chair representing a Marine who was missing.
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The holiday season can mean new routines, new décor and new foods in the home. While these temporary changes can be exciting for people, they can be hazardous to pets. “The extended holiday season is no excuse to take a vacation from being a great pet parent,” said Jeff Werber Hollywood’s Vet to the Stars. Keeping dogs happy and healthy this holiday season is easy, Werber said. He shares some seasonal tips: • Keep curious pets focused — Most pets will be curious about the tinsel, ornaments and ribbons of the season. Since most decorations are not pet-friendly, keep them beyond reach and take necessary precautions, and keep pets focused on something they truly enjoy. If a dog begs at the table every night, chances are they’ll beg at the holiday dinner table. With new people over and different kinds of food falling to the floor, it’ll be important to prevent distractions during dinner. Use healthy treats as a training tool to keep dogs away from guests’ dinner plates. • Give recognizable gifts — A whopping 85 percent of pet parents buy their
dogs a holiday present, according to the 2014 Greenies: Dog Owners Survey. In order for pets to be as thrilled about the stocking as their owner, give them the same treat before the holiday, so that it’s more familiar, and better received. Also this year, consider giving a gift that promotes good health. While nearly half of all dog owners have turned away from a kiss from a dog because of its bad breath, more than a quarter say they don’t brush their dog’s teeth at all. And bad breath isn’t just unpleasant. It can be a sign of poor dental health or dental disease. Consider giving dogs a dental chew that carries the Veterinary Oral Health Council Seal of Acceptance for control of plaque and tartar. • Give pets extra love — During the holidays, routines will likely change. Dogs will be able to tell, but not know why. So while out shopping or attending a holiday party, pets might be missing out on their usual attention. Show pets some love by setting time aside for daily playtime, or an extra walk. Or give them their favorite treat. The holidays are all about sharing time with friends and family. In the shuffle, don’t forget your beloved pet. - StatePoint
Abandoned no more Someone left Misty and Rocket in a South Tampa alleyway, but both were rescued by a lady who brought them, and a few other abandoned cats, into work. The veterinarian says they are sick and cannot be with other cats, but they don’t act sick at all, playing with toys and with people. They even play with cat-friendly dogs.
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PET PAWS ADOPTION FEES WAIVED FOR DOGS
Pasco County’s animal shelter is over capacity with dogs, and is looking for more families to help adopt. Because of that, Pasco County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on selected animals for the remainder of November. Dogs that have been abandoned by their owners, as well as stray dogs, continue to drive up intake numbers at animal shelters across Florida. Animal intake seems to be
the highest during summer months, and then tapers off toward the fall and winter months. But this year, the animal shelter hasn’t experienced that trend. The shelter is now open Tuesdays through Saturdays from noon to 6:30 p.m., and closed Sundays and Mondays. It’s located at 19460 Dogpatch Lane in Land O’ Lakes. For more information, call (813) 9291212, or visit PascoCountyFl.net.
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NEW CRUISEONE FRANCHISE IN LUTZ Edward Scott of Lutz is opening a CruiseOne franchise locally. The home-based company offers cruise and land vacation packages. Scott is now part of the World Travel Holdings family of brands, one of the leading travel retail networks in the world. Scott is available Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., or online at CruiseOne.com/Escott. For information, call (813) 995-0937.
RIBBON CUTTING AT CODY’S
Members of local chambers of commerce helped the new Cody’s Original Roadhouse restaurant at 27405 Wesley Chapel Blvd., cut the ribbon to welcome customers Nov. 18. The location is open Monday through Thursday from 3 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m., and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. For information, visit their website at CodysOriginalRoadhouse.com.
FORMER CHAMBER DIRECTOR EMERITUS DIES
Friends and family gathered last week to remember Rebecca “Nanna” Harper, a former director emeritus for the Greater Dade City Chamber of Commerce, who died Nov. 10. She was 79. Harper spent 20 years with Teco, and served as the cooperative business education program contact for the utility at Pasco High School. She also was the former presi-
Construction employers added 12,000 jobs in October, and unemployment in that sector fell to its lowest levels since 2006, according to a new report from Associated General Contractors of America. The construction employment gains, along with rising wages and weekly hours, are consistent with survey results from the group that more firms are having a tough time finding enough qualified workers to fill available positions. Construction employment totaled just under 6.1 million in October, the highest since May 2009, with a 12-month gain of 231,000 jobs, or 3.9 percent. Residential building and specialty trade contractors added a combined 8,000 employees since September, and 130,600 over 12 months — a jump of 6 percent. Non-residential contractors — building, specialty trades, and heavy and civil engineering — experienced an overall gain of 2,600 employees for the month, and just under 100,000 over the past year. “The construction industry has made an impressive contribution to the nation’s unemployment gains this year,” said Stephen Sandherr, the association’s chief executive, in a release.“But those gains are in jeopardy unless schools, colleges and training programs can refill a pool of talent that is rapidly drying up.”
AIRPORTS OFFER NEW FLIGHT DESTINATIONS
Beginning next September, Tampa International Airport will begin five-day-aweek nonstop air service to Frankfurt, Germany, through Lufthansa. It’s the first airport on Florida’s west coast to offer the service. Frankfurt is the largest of Lufthansa’s five
hubs, offering connections to more than 145 destinations in Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East. The 11-hour flight will leave daily from Tampa at 5:20 p.m., arriving in Germany at 8:45 a.m. the following day. The plane will offer a little less than 300 seats, including some in the business class that can transform into beds. A little closer to home, Allegiant announced it would offer five new nonstop domestic flights to five cities out of St. Pete/Clearwater Airport.They include new routes to Pittsburgh; Indianapolis; Richmond, Virginia; Hagerstown, Maryland; and Omaha, Nebraska. Most of those flights will begin the weekend of Feb. 11, with Hagerstown and Omaha following in late February and early March next year.
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The Catholic Business Networking group is looking for Catholic business owners, employees and supporters interested in joining it for regular meetings every Tuesday from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m., at Our Lady of the Rosary Church, 2348 Collier Parkway, Land O’ Lakes. The group has annual dues of $60, and there is a minimum attendance requirement of two meetings per month. For information, call (813) 833-4737, or visit CBNTampa.com.
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