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Molly Flanagan, 14, sets up her slap shot at the groundbreaking ceremony for the largest ice and sports complex in the southeastern United States.

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The traditional gear of hard hats and shovels gave way to hockey sticks and the whack of slap shots at the groundbreaking ceremony for the largest ice and sports complex in the southeastern United States.

The 150,000-square-foot sports facility in Wesley Chapel is expected to become a

major tourism draw.

Roughly 100 people attended the Feb. 24 groundbreaking festivities to celebrate the $20 million project.

The facility is expected to be popular with youth hockey leagues and to attract international hockey tournaments. But other sports including figure skating, basketball, soccer, lacrosse and even curling will be possible in a chameleon-like facility that can accommodate

a variety of playing fields and sports.

It’s a dream come true for Canadian-born Gordie Zimmermann, managing partner of Z Mitch LLC and former general manager at the Ice Sports Forum in Brandon. He and business partner George Mitchell are the project’s developers.

“I really love hockey,” Zimmermann said.

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Putting his best foot forward Stephen Levin is state podiatry president

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When Stephen Levin was younger, he wanted to be an architect. He even studied it in college.

But then, his career path changed.

“I didn’t get into the architecture program,” Levin said.“I was studying architecture as an undergraduate, and it didn’t work out.”

Eventually, he found a way to study a different kind of arch. He went into medicine, and became a podiatrist.

The 44-year-old has been a podiatrist for 16 years.

In addition to having a successful practice, New Tampa Foot & Ankle, the Wesley Chapel resident has been elected the 2015 president of the Florida Podiatric Medical Association.

“It feels good,” Levin said of being named as the organization’s leader.

“It’s definitely something I never thought I’d do, but its definitely nice to be here and to be involved in that part,” Levin said.

As president, Levin said he’d like to focus on increasing membership and adding younger members to the roster.

The FPMA has around 1,000 active podiatrists in its membership, as well as past members and others who have reasons to join.

But to those outside the organization, Levin would like to spread the word that a podiatrist can do more than the general

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Dr. Stephen Levin has plenty of models, but the podiatrist enjoys treating his real-life patients at New Tampa Foot & Ankle on Foggy Creek Road in Wesley Chapel. He recently was selected to be president of the Florida Podiatric Medical Association.

public probably realizes.

“Some people don’t know the full scope of what we do. That’s probably the biggest thing we have to overcome.

“What does a podiatrist do?” he continued. “It’s not just going to get your corns taken care of,” he said.

Podiatrists handle problems and care issues related to the foot, ankle and other areas just below the knee.

They can help treat sports injuries, provide diabetic care, and address other forms of trauma, as well as routine foot care.

Different communities have different medical needs, Levin said.

A community that is overwhelmingly populated by seniors means a podiatrist serving that area will see the same types of patients and problems every day. That might get a bit boring day-in and day-out, but he doesn’t have that problem in Wesley Chapel. His patients run the spectrum from toddlers to seniors, and that means he sees a variety of podiatric problems.

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From cow pasture to four-lane road?

By B.C. Manion

The question is how to pay for it.

There are plans to extend State Road 56 from Meadow Pointe Boulevard to U.S. 301, When motorists get to the end of State but those plans call only for a two-lane road, Road 56 at Meadow Pointe Boulevard, and even that road is contingent upon sethey’ll see cows grazing in an open pasture. curing land from adjacent landowners to But Zephyrhills leaders are pushing for make it happen. an entirely new view for that plot of land.

Zephyrhills leaders made it clear that a They envision it as the start of the first two-lane road falls short of their expectafour-lane road to lead into their community. tions.

And, they’re turning up the heat on state “This city deserves a four-lane highway lawmakers and county officials to try to coming into our city,” said Charles Proctor, make that happen. who serves on the Zephyrhills City Council They presented their case at a town hall and has had a business in the city for more meeting on Feb. 23 with State Rep. Danny than two decades.

Burgess and State Sen. John Legg.

He said the community has been promThe four-lane extension of State Road 56 ised a four-lane road for years, and that from Meadow Pointe Boulevard in Wiregrass residents have been under the impression Ranch to U.S. 301 in Zephyrhills could serve that they were finally going to get one, in as a catalyst for new business, and would State Road 56. make it easier for people to come and go It’s time for action, city leaders said. from Zephyrhills. It also could serve as an“We need to get serious. We need to find other hurricane evacuation route, according See ROAD, page7A to city and business leaders.

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A cow pasture sits at the end of State Road 56 in Wiregrass Ranch, but advocates of economic growth in Zephyrhills want to transform that pasture into the beginning of a four-lane road to U.S. 301 in Zephyrhills.

Eagle Scout’s gazebo Crabby Floyd: worker project benefits church Awithharda quick wit

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Eighteen-year-old Robert Sturm has been a scout most of his life.

He became a Tiger Scout when he was 5 and has been involved in scouting ever since.

He’s also attended First United Methodist Church COURTESY OF THE STURM FAMILY of Land O’ Lakes since he Robert’s project not only helps the church, it helped him earn was quite young, too.

In fact, the church his Eagle Scout designation. His Eagle Court of Honor was held formed his first scout last year at First United Methodist Church of Land O’ Lakes. packs and troops.

So, when it came time to choose an Eagle As he looks at the completed gazebo, he’s Scout project, an important part of qualify- reminded of the hard work and challenges ing for the highest rank in the Boy Scouts of he faced along the way.

America, it was pretty easy to decide to comThe paving was especially difficult, he rebine the two together. called, because the gazebo had to have a “I’ve been going there my whole life,” level and strong foundation.

Sturm said about the church. “And they supWith its paver-stone floor, tin roof and port our troop, too, so it’s nice to be able to wooden construction, the gazebo was built give back to them.” to last well into the future.

With help from around a dozen people, So, in addition to recalling the challenges, Sturm managed a project to create a gazebo Sturm feels the sense of pride that comes for the church, located at 6209 Land O’ Lakes from knowing that he’s created something Blvd. for his church that enhances the property The idea was to create a place where and helps people enjoy their time there. church members and their families can enjoy The church is happy, too, not only to have the comforts of a covered outdoor area. something new and useful, but to know it After a few months of work, the gazebo came courtesy of a longtime member. was finished last summer, and Sturm became “I’ve been at the church for 22 years, but an Eagle Scout later that year. His Eagle Court on staff for 10. I remember Robbie before he of Honor was held at the church. was born,” joked Bob Swan, facilities managTaking the lead on that kind of project er at First UMC of Land O’ Lakes. takes more than just pointing fingers and The church gets occasional Eagle Scout sketching out plans. project requests, and wasn’t surprised that First, Sturm contacted the church Sturm wanted to give back. trustees and worked with them on what The gazebo is getting good use, Swan they’d like to have. added. It serves as a meeting place on Once they decided on a gazebo struc- Sunday mornings and throughout the week. ture, there was the issue of money: Building And, the church is still finding more uses for a quality, outside structure that can survive it as time goes on. the elements isn’t cheap. Sturm had to raise Now that the work is completed, Swan is around $1,300 to make it happen, and tradi- impressed by the quality of the work. tional fundraising methods weren’t going to “I think it went real well. He had a good raise a lot of money quickly. plan,” Swan said, adding that Sturm had some So instead, he started buying and selling capable advisors and helpers along the way. used items to make a quick profit.

“It came out as it was planned,” Swan So, he and his friends began hitting up said. garage sales, looking for good deals.

Sturm might not have planned to gain ex“After we bought stuff at garage sales perience for college out of the project, but pretty cheap, we could turn it around and he’s finding the lessons he learned building the gazebo are serving him in higher educamake money off that.”

A good day of searching could result in tion, too. some pretty good bargains: A two-dollar inThe fundraising experience has proved vestment in a tent turned into $60. valuable, as he learns about marketing, the At the end of one garage sale, someone college freshman said. Organizing a group gave him and a friend a T-shirt press for free. project and getting everyone focused on the His cut of the resulting sale netted $200 to- same goal also has everyday applications in ward his project. the world of business, he said.

Beyond those practical benefits of the exAfter few months of getting up at 7 a.m., to go bargain hunting for tools, video games perience, Sturm said there’s a feeling of and whatever else he could find, he had the satisfaction that comes from creating somemoney necessary to build the gazebo. thing worthwhile.

Now that the project is finished, when he “It feels really good to actually have a fincomes home for a visit from his classes at ished project and have people be able to go the University of Central Florida, Sturm can sit in it and use it,” he said. see his and his helpers’ handiwork.

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Memorial service for Floyd DeForest 7 p.m., March 5 at Loyless Funeral Home, 5310 Land O’ Lakes Blvd.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Floyd DeForest’s memory to Gulfside Hospice.

“God needed another crabber, so he called out for Crabby Floyd.”

“You knew where Floyd stood,” Ortiz So reads the first sentence of “Crabby” said.

Floyd DeForest’s obituary, published on the He also was involved in the community. website of Loyless Funeral Home in Land O’ He was on the boards for both Land O’ Lakes.

Lakes Police Athletic League football and the DeForest, 63 of Lutz, died Feb. 20, after a Land O’ Lakes Little League and volunteered battle with cancer. for the Land O’ Lakes High School Girls’ He was a commercial fisherman, but Softball team. after the net bans went into effect, he be“We became friends when we coached came a crabber, said Richard Ortiz, a football together,” said Cary Williams, noting long-time friend of DeForest. that was 22 years ago.

“He was such a vibrant man,” Ortiz said.

The men and their families became “He’s the first person I met when I close, sharing holidays together. moved up here,” said Ortiz, who has lived in Williams and DeForest used to fish and the area for about 20 hunt together, too. years.

DeForest was the kind of “As soon as I moved person who would go out into the house, he came in the middle of the night to over and introduced help someone who was out himself, and we reon the water having boat mained friends from problems, Williams said. that day on,” Ortiz said.

“He was the type of guy DeForest used to you could count on,” refer to himself as “a Williams said. round man,” Ortiz “He was a very conservaadded. “He’d say, ‘This littive man,” Williams added, tle round man can and he was politically inmove.’ ” volved.

That was true, Ortiz “He would take the time continued. to call state, federal and local “If I had to sit down politicians and them his and pick the hardest opinion,” Williams said. working person I’ve Chris Carollo, who owns COURTESY OF LOYLESS FUNERAL HOME known, it would have to Shadow Solutions Firearms ‘Crabby’ Floyd DeForest was a be Floyd,” Ortiz said. in Lutz, said DeForest used When Ortiz went out hard-working crabber, who loved to come hang out at his gun in the morning to pick his family, served his community shop to shoot the breeze up his newspaper, he’d and enjoyed sharing his opinions with other patrons. see DeForest pulling out about politics.

“He loved to tell old stoof the driveway with his ries,” Carollo said. truck and his boat.

He also was very helpful.

“I’d see him leaving before sun up, and In fact, when Carollo was getting ready I’d see him coming (home) after sundown. to open his business, DeForest pitched in to It’d be cold out. It’d be hot out. It’d be bad help paint the walls. weather. If he could go, he’d go.

Friends honored DeForest in posts in an “For all of the time I ever knew that man, electronic guestbook created by Loyless I can say that I never, ever, ever heard him Funeral Home. They praised DeForest’s complain about his job,” Ortiz said. work ethic, his devotion to family and his “He enjoyed life,” said Lorraine DeForest, coaching.

Crabby Floyd’s wife of 42 years. “He always One post also mentions his contribution considered himself so fortunate because he to providing “tasty memories” for thousands worked at a job that he loved.” of families.

DeForest was widely known as a crabBesides his wife, Lorraine, DeForest is surber. vived by his son, Floyd R.; his daughter, “Everybody knew what he did,” Ortiz Candace; his mother, Elba; his brother, Rick said. “People would come up and knock on and his wife, Loretta; nephews, a great niece his door and ask for crab.” and other family members and friends.

Often, DeForest would stop and chat Ortiz said DeForest is the kind of man with Ortiz, as he headed out to work or on who deserved to be remembered. his way home.

“There are people out there that do “He was a very outgoing, jovial guy. He al- things every day, and they don’t go out lookways had a joke for you,” Ortiz said. “He was ing for credit, and they don’t go looking for very quick-witted. Very bright, too. He stayed accolades. That’s just them. That’s the kind of up on politics.” guy that Floyd was,” Ortiz said.

DeForest had plenty of opinions and was “I’m going to miss him terribly. I already always ready to share them. miss seeing him,” Ortiz said.

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Skydive City had planned to be part of a quest to help some wounded warriors make tandem jumps, but fog scrubbed the planned jump on Feb. 25.

Skydive City, in conjunction with the U.S. Special Operations Command, Adaptive Sports Project and the help of the SOCOM Parachute Team, about a dozen amputees were expected on a tandem skydive.

The idea was to take four or five veterans up at a time, with jumps expected to wrap up by noon.

But a stubborn fog would not burn off, so the jumps had to be scrubbed.

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Members from the U.S. Special Operations Command, from MacDill Air Force Base, Department of Defense civilian support team memb ers and the veterans themselves all got together for a group shot in front of the main office at Skydive City.

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Micah Hitchcock is silhouetted against the foggy airfield and Skydive City's Twin Otter shuttle plane that takes skydivers up to various heights over the Zephyrhills jump zone.

MacDill Air Force Base public affairs photojournalist Brittany Liddon was hoping to document the participating veterans and active duty special operations forces in the tandem skydiving tryouts at Skydive City.

Those planning to make the jump waited to see if the fog would burn off, but it didn’t.

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Curious George Bike Day

The Friends of the Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, is looking for new members and for gently used books. Books can be donated at the library Tuesday through Saturday. New member applications also can be filled out at the library.The group meets the third Wednesday of the month at 2:45 p.m., in the library conference room. For information, call (813) 929-1214.

Starkey Wilderness Park, 10500 Wilderness Park Blvd., in New Port Richey, will host Curious George Bike Day March 7 from 9 a.m. to noon. The event is free and is for 3- to 6-year-olds and their families.

Kids can bring their tricycle, bicycle or big wheel to ride with Curious George.

Free bicycle helmets will be handed out, while supplies last.

Other activities include a bicycle rodeo, healthy recipe demonstrations, photo opportunities, free books, inflatable WWW.VISITPASCO.NET games, hayrides, crafts and more. There will be a special performance by Silly Sam the Music Man. For information, call (727) 861-3033, or visit PascoCountyFl.net/parksandrecreation.

‘ZOOMINATIONS’ NOW AT THE ZOO

The Lowry Park Zoo, 1101 W. Sligh Ave., in Tampa, is presenting “Zoominations,” a Chinese lantern festival of lights, through May 31, opening at 6 p.m.There will be 30 scenes representing traditional Chinese dragons and folklore, and larger-than-life replicas of zoo animals. Chinese acrobats will perform and there will be an artisan market. For information and tickets, visit LowryParkZoo.com.

LENTEN SERIES

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 20735 Leonard Road in Lutz, is hosting a series of Lenten meditations and worship on Wednesdays at 7 p.m.All are welcome. On March 4, the theme will be “The Posture of Prayer for Self.” On March 11, it will be “The Posture of Prayer for Others.” On March 18, “The Posture of Thanksgiving” and on March 25,“The Posture of Trust.” For more information, call (813) 949-7173, or email htlutzoffice@verizon.net.

SAN ANTONIO GARDEN CLUB

The Founders’ Garden Club of San Antonio is having a membership drive and will meet March 5 at 9 a.m., at San Antonio City Hall, 32819 Pennsylvania Ave., in the Commission Room. For information, call (352) 424-1616.

THURSDAY MUSICALE CONCERT

Thursday Musicale will present a concert March 5 at 2 p.m., at Trinity Presbyterian Church of Seven Springs, 8928 Cypress Lake Blvd., in New Port Richey.

The concert will include spring music and Broadway musicals.

Donations will be accepted to benefit a scholarship program for graduating high school seniors who are pursuing musical careers. For information, call (727) 8073023.

RETIRED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES MEETING

The North Tampa Chapter of the National Active Retired Federal Employees Association will meet March 6 at Piccadilly Cafeteria, 11810 N. Dale Mabry Highway in Tampa. Guests can go through the buffet line at 11 a.m., and pay for their own lunch.

The meeting starts at 11:30 a.m. For information, call Dave Galgani at (813) 9495738.

STAR WARS MUSIC AND MORE

Raymond James Pops will present “John Williams: Star Wars & More” March 6 at 8 p.m., at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. MacInnes Place in Tampa.The program will feature music from “Superman,”“Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone,”“E.T.” and more.Tickets start at $15. For information, call (813) 2297827.

HORSEBACK RIDE, FESTIVAL

The United States Navy Band, featuring the concert band and Sea Chanters chorus, will perform March 5 at 7:30 p.m., at Hernando High School gymnasium, 700 Bell Ave., in Brooksville.The program will include a variety of music including marches, patriotic selections, opera, Broadway and contemporary music.Admission is free. For information, visit NavyBand.navy.mil/national_tour.shtml.

FOOD TRUCKS IN LUTZ

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The Lutz First Friday Food Truck Rally will be on March 6 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Lutz Preparatory School, 17951 N. U.S. 41 in Lutz.The event, sponsored by the Lutz Citizens Coalition, features food, music and a chance to gather with neighbors and friends.

COMMUNITY FUN DAY

The Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce will host a Community Fun Day and Business Expo March 6 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., and March 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Land O’ Lakes Recreation Complex, 3032 Collier Parkway.There will be fun and games for kids, food trucks, door prizes and local entertainment. For information, call (813) 909-2722, or visit CentralPascoChamber.com.

CHURCH LENTEN FISH FRY

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The Pasco County Extension Office will offer a free “Wake Up Your Landscape from Winter’s Nap” seminar March 7 at 9 a.m., at Clayton Hall, 36702 State Road 52 in Dade City. Guests can learn how to prune colddamaged plants, how to apply fertilizer, and how much water to add to your landscape.

For information, call (352) 518-0156.

ART CLUB SHOW

The Zephyrhills Art Club will host its annual art show March 7 from noon to 5 p.m., and March 8 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., at First Christian Church, 6040 Eighth St., in Zephyrhills.All art on display will be original works with some available for sale.

Guests can vote for Best of Show.Admission is free.

CHURCH FLEA MARKET

The Vida Community Church, 17743 Hunting Bow Circle in Lutz, will host the Vida Flea Market March 7 from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Proceeds will benefit the Pro-Mission Funds. For information, call (813) 474-6376.

LEISURE DAYS CRAFT SALE

Leisure Days RV Resort in Zephyrhills will host a craft sale March 7 starting at 8 a.m.

There also will be a white elephant table, a Chinese auction, baked goods, and a quilt drawing. Leisure Days is located on Morris Bridge Road, just off State Road 54.

FOUNDERS’ DAY PARADE

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The 105th Founders’ Day celebration parade in Zephyrhills will be March 7 at 10 a.m.The theme is “Women: Making a Difference.” For information, call (813) 7801414, or email info@mainstreetzephyrhills.org.

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The Richey Region Antique Automobile Club of America will host Autos for Autism March 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., in downtown Tarpon Springs on Tarpon Avenue.The event, to benefit area autism programs, will include vendors, food, street performers, live bands, shopping, and a car show. Preregistration for the car show is $15, or $20 the day of the show. For information, call (727) 992-4486, or visit AACARicheyRegion.com.

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The Zephyrhills Art Club will host a workshop with Chinese artist Lian Quan Zhen March 12 and March 13 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at First Christian Church, 6040 Eighth St., in Zephyrhills. Zhen is known for watercolor techniques. For information, call (813) 782-2723.

DRAWING WORKSHOPS IN HOLIDAY

The Pasco Fine Art Council will present two drawing workshops: • March 13 from 9:30 a.m. to noon: Drawing Natural Perspective • April 13 from 9:30 a.m. to noon: Life Drawing The council is located at 5744 Moog Road in Holiday.To register, call (727) 845-7322 or visit PascoArts.org.

‘JUNK IN YOUR TRUNK’ 2348 Collier Parkway in Land O’ Lakes, will host its annual fish fry every Friday during Lent from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Dinner costs $8 for adults and $4 for children, and includes fried or baked fish, macaroni and cheese, vegetables, coleslaw, bread and a drink.A fish sandwich also will be available. Dessert is an extra cost. Meals are dine-in or carryout.The next fish fry is March 6.

The annual Ride For Hospice & Paulie Palooza will be March 7 at Skydive City, 4241 Sky Dive Lane in Zephyrhills.The gates for the horseback ride open at 8:30 a.m., and the ride begins at 10 a.m.All riders must bring their own horse.The festival begins at 10 a.m., costs $5, and includes an all-day festival, live music, vendors, silent auction and drawings. Food will be available for purchase.All proceeds benefit Gulfside Hospice. For registration and information, call (727) 992-8992, or visit RideForHospice.net.

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The Heroes Memorial Foundation will host a concert to benefit the family of Charles Kondek, the Tarpon Springs officer killed this past December, March 8 at 5 p.m., at Tarpon Springs High School, 1411 Gulf Road.There will be performances by Bertie Higgins,The Bellamy Brothers, and the Tarpon Springs High School Jazz Ensemble.

Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at www.GoHeroes.us/store.

Zephyr Lodge 198 Free and Accepted Masons will host a pig roast March 8 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the lodge at the corner of North Avenue and 12th Street in Zephyrhills.The cost is $8 per person for eat-in or carryout.Tickets are available from lodge members or at the door. For information, call Cliff McDuffie at (813) 782-0877, or email zgator@verizon.net.

The St. Mary Women’s Council will host its annual “Junk in Your Trunk” parking lot sale March 14 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., at St. Mary Catholic Church, 15520 North Blvd., in Tampa. Spaces are being reserved now for $15 each. Preregistration is required.The council also is accepting donations. For information, contact Debbie Dolan at Tylerda1@verizon.net, Debbie Kipp at Debkipp@tampabay.rr.com, or visit StMaryTampa.org.

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Congregation Kol Ami, 3919 Moran Road in Tampa, needs sprucing up.The Chai Guys will meet March 15 at 9 a.m., to power wash, clean up and beautify Kol Ami. Participants should bring rakes, air blowers, power washers or just muscle. For information, call Mitchell Weiss at (813) 962-6338.

GOODWILL BOOK DRIVE

Goodwill’s BookWorks children’s literacy program is hosting a book drive through March 15. Residents of Hillsborough and Pasco counties are asked to donate children’s books in good condition.To donate books, attach a note indicating “For BookWorks,” and drop them off at any Goodwill-Suncoast store or donation site.

For locations, visit Goodwill-Suncoast.org.

ADULT WATERCOLOR CLASSES

Pasco County Parks and Recreation is offering ongoing adult watercolor classes at the Land O’ Lakes Community Center, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd.The classes are for ages 18 and older, for beginners and experts.The cost is $10 per class. For a list of needed materials, and dates and times, call (813) 929-1229.

SQUARE DANCING LESSONS

The Glen Haven Western Square Dance Club will host dance lessons on Mondays from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., at the Glen Haven clubhouse, 37251 Chancey Road in Zephyrhills.Walt Lougee will call beginner level lessons first, followed by plus level lessons. For information, call (813) 7825742.

WEEKLY BINGO AT FOP LODGE

The Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 29, 21735 YMCA Camp Road in Land O’ Lakes, will host bingo every Tuesday at 6 p.m., for ages 18 and older. Doors open at 4 p.m.The lodge is located at the corner of U.S. 41 and Bell Lake Road. For information, call (813) 928-2294.

MARINE FOREVER GROUP MEETS The Marine Forever Veterans Group meets every Monday at 6:30 p.m., at Beef O’ Brady’s, 21539 Village Lakes Shopping Center Drive in Land O’ Lakes.All active duty, retired and veteran marines and spouses are invited. For information, visit Marine4Ever.com.

Suitcases & Duffle Bags for Foster Care of Pasco County The Laker/Lutz News, together with Rotary of Wesley Chapel, is collecting new or gently used suitcases or duffle bags to give to foster children in Pasco County.

Often when a child is moved from one placement to another, he or she is given a plastic trash bag to transport their belongings. This project provides children with something of their own during this stressful time.

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Waiting for the green flag to start his run, James Cable, of Lutz, prepares to put the pedal to the metal in the simulator of NASCAR driver Tony Stewart’s car.

NASCAR driver’s car makes local stop

The collection will take place at Community Fun Day Business Expo 2015 on March 6th (4 to 7 p.m) & 7th (9 to 3 p.m.) at the Land O' Lakes Recreation Complex located at 3032 Collier Parkway in Land O' Lakes.

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Spectators had a chance to find out how it feels to drive a racecar when NASCAR driver Tony Stewart’s Chevy SS made a stop at the Bay Breeze Car Wash & Lube, 24124 State Road 54 in Lutz.

People had a chance to try out their racing skills because the car is actually a simulator.

(WHILE SUPPLIES LAST) Those curious about their own race driving skills could test them out at a simulator for driving on the Daytona track. The simulator for Tony Stewart's car was set up in front of Bay Breeze Car Wash & Lube at 24124 State Road 54 in Lutz. It gave people a chance to see how well they could drive at speeds of up to 200 mph.

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Saint Leo University’s Veteran Student Services and Student Veterans of America will host Forward March, a dinner for students, faculty, and staff who are veterans or are serving in the military, reservists, or ROTC, from 5 to 7 p.m.,Thursday, March 12.

The dinner will be in the GreenfelderDenlinger Boardroom in the Student Community Center.

Community members who are veterans, active duty, or reservists, and who are interested in learning more about Saint Leo’s programs for veterans and military, also may attend.

Forward March will provide information about programs and support services offered by the Office of Veteran Student Services.

Guest speakers from Saint Leo

University’s Career Services, Counseling Services, Registrar’s Office, Student Services and the Department of Veterans Affairs will discuss veteran educational benefit programs, employment opportunities, counseling services and student success.

Information about upcoming free veteran support retreats also will be shared.

The dinner is intended to be a time for camaraderie and networking with fellow warriors past, present and future.

Veteran-themed prizes and gear will be given away to some of the lucky attendees.

Dinner will be free, but participants must RSVP to vss@saintleo.com before Friday, March 6, so organizers can plan the appropriate amount of food.

For more information, contact Tedd “Gunny” Weiser, interim director of Veteran Student Services, at (352) 588-8234, or email vss@saintleo.edu.

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Unlicensed contractors in Pasco face arrests

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Pasco County is cracking down on unlicensed contractors who leave residents on the hook for shoddy work, or who take the money and run without doing the job.

County officials and the Pasco Sheriff’s Office joined forces in October to launch a pilot program aimed at protecting consumers from unscrupulous contractors.

Licensed contractors also lobbied for tougher actions against competitors who don’t follow the rules, county officials said.

“Unlicensed contractors in Pasco County now risk felony charges in certain cases, as well as traditional financial penalties,” said Pasco County Commissioner Kathryn Starkey, speaking at a press conference to announce the pilot program. “When (licensed contractors) do things right, it’s not fair to compete with unlicensed contractors who undercut them and deliver an unsafe product.”

The county and sheriff’s office average 20 to 25 complaints a month, said Ainsley Caldwell, the county’s unlicensed contractor project manager.

Previously, a county building inspector would be pulled from regular duties and assigned to investigate complaints, Caldwell said.“Now we have a team that is dedicated full-time.”

That team is made up of Caldwell and a building inspector, code inspector and a detective from the sheriff’s economic crimes unit.

The Pasco county attorney’s office and the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation are assisting, too.

The pilot program, which has been approved to operate this fiscal year, has a $500,000 budget.

Investigations are often complaint-driven, but not always.

“We drive through neighborhoods and do spot checks,” Caldwell said.

Other building and code inspectors pass on information to the team about possible scams and the sheriff’s detective is advised as well, he said.

In many cases, county inspectors issue citations to contractors suspected of doing

unlicensed work.

Caldwell said cases are heard by judges who can levy fines, require restitution and, in some cases, impose jail sentences.

The sheriff’s economic crimes unit staged a sting operation in November that led to the arrest of 11 men who were charged with workmen’s compensation fraud and unlicensed construction services.

Both are felonies.

Between October and December 2014, there were 13 misdemeanor arrests and 11 felony arrests, said Shawn Rozankowski, a detective with the Pasco sheriff’s office.

Since January, there have been 10 misdemeanor and 10 felony arrests, he said.

Besides protecting consumers from shoddy work, the program aims to educate residents about the risks involved in hiring unlicensed contractors.

The education efforts include speaking at neighborhood association meetings and developing an informational brochure.

It may seem cheaper to hire an unlicensed contractor, but it can prove to be very costly, Caldwell said. “(People) are not aware they are hooking themselves up to significant liability issues,” Caldwell said.

If the unlicensed contractor falls off a ladder, for example, the person who hired him can be sued or be held responsible for medical bills, Caldwell said.

And, if building inspections done at a later date uncover work that was done without permits, the owner could face substantial penalties for “after-the-fact” permits, Caldwell said.

Other costs could result from having to repair work that wasn’t done properly.

There can be other risks as well.

Among the 11 men arrested in the sting operation, seven had prior criminal records including motor vehicle theft, forgery and domestic battery, county officials said.

To verify building permits and licensed contractors, visit the county’s website, PascoCountyFl.net and click on the appropriate links.

To find out more, or to report an unlicensed contractor (reports can be made anonymously), call (727) 847-2411, ext.

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A new building in Dade City will combine the city’s City Hall and its police station.

This is the entrance to the new combined City Hall and police station building on a structure that will begin construction on March 6.

Dade City combines city hall and police station

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The historic City Hall building in Dade City began its life in the mid-1920s as a hotel that never was completed.

It found new life in the 1940s as a Depression-era work project and became the hub of city government for decades.

But in 2013, a wrecking ball demolished the aging structure.

“It was old and obsolete,” said Gordon Onderdonk, Dade City’s public works director. “We looked at the cost of renovation. It wasn’t feasible to use the building.”

A groundbreaking is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. on March 6 for a modern, 21,000square-foot building on the same ground where the old City Hall structure stood for so long at Fifth Street and Meridian Avenue.

In its re-invented life, the building will be home to Dade City’s City Hall and its police station.

The idea of locating both government entities at one address isn’t unusual, said architect Lisa Wannemacher, principal at St. Petersburg-based Wannemacher Jensen Architects.

“Multi-use is trending,” she said.

Community centers, for example, often are used for multiple uses and are intergenerational, as well, with space dedicated to seniors and children under one roof, Wannemacher said.

Dade City officials saw benefits of having City Hall and the police department share one building.

“They were able to take advantage of economy of scale…and make the building more efficient, which translates into saving money,” Wannemacher said.

By spring 2016, city employees who

were relocated to a City Hall annex and the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Depot on U.S. 98 at U.S. 301 will settle into their new offices. The city’s police department will move from its current location on Pasco Avenue into an upgraded headquarters separated from City Hall by a covered courtyard plaza.

“It’s great for the city, great for the community,” said Dade City Police Chief Ray Velboom.“It’s long overdue.”

He said he anticipates the new facility will help the department when applying in the future for accreditation from the national Commission of Accreditation of Law Enforcement Agencies Inc. The police station will have interview rooms, holding cells, a booking area, a special area for the K-9 unit and a conference room. The station has those things now, but the building and technology will be newer and upgraded,Velboom said.

“We’ll be making the most of what we have,” he said.

City council has not decided the fate of the existing police station, Onderdonk said.

The $5.9 million construction budget will be paid will be paid from the city’s reserve funds and the countywide Penny for Pasco program.

Residents also will notice a new feature at City Commission meetings.

A projection screen will make it easier for them to follow what is happening, especially during public hearings on zoning matters, Onderdonk.

The new building also will have a power backup system for emergencies.

The main goal of the project was to consolidate city departments under one roof rather than having them scattered at different offices. “It’s not efficient for residents,” Onderdonk said.

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“Wesley Chapel’s a great community because it’s more diverse. It’s not just the elderly. It’s families, it’s everybody, and this practice that I have is great because I see the whole realm of everything,” Levin said.

“That’s why I love it. It really makes it very interesting.” Levin has a second office in south Tampa, but he works at his Wesley Chapel location.

While he’s reached a high point in the Florida FPMA, there are other opportunities at the national level.The next step would be to serve on the delegation that represents Florida at the national meeting. From there it’s a matter of following the path at that level. It’s something he would consider in the future, he said.

For now he’s happy keeping busy at his office.The office sees between 35 patients to 40 patients per day and schedules elective surgeries on a few days each month.

His wife, Diane, is a nurse and serves as practice administrator when she’s not teaching. And when Levin’s not on the job, he might be coaching his son, Sam, in soccer, or watching his daughter, Sarah, perform gymnastics. His stepson, David, also plays saxophone for Wharton High School.

While his original career plans shifted, Levin’s certainly not lamenting the switch that has brought him so much success over the years.

“I don’t know what I would do other than this, to be honest,” he said.“I wouldn’t do anything else.”

ROAD, from page 1A a way. We can find it. It’s time,” said Vonnie Mikkelsen, executive director of the Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce.

“These folks deserve a little bit of attention,” added Mikkelsen, who also is involved in the Zephyrhills Economic Development Coalition, made up by Pasco Economic Development Council, the Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce, the City of Zephyrhills, the Zephyrhills Municipal Airport, Main Street and businesses of Zephyrhills.

A four-lane road into the city, providing a connection with Interstate 75, is vital, leaders said.

It’s a wise investment for the region, Mikkelsen said.

It will help Zephyrhills make the most of its target market opportunities in the aviation industry, distribution, manufacturing and small business, she said.

Paying for the project is a major stumbling block.

Debbie Hunt, transportation development director for the Florida Department of Transportation, said there’s no money in the state’s budget to build a four-lane extension of State Road 56.

“DOT never intended or expected to build at any time in the near future. So, the fact that it was able to be advanced and we are doing the two lanes is exceptional. It allows traffic from Zephyrhills to be able to get over to the interstate, when it is completed.

“The additional lanes will be based on development, as it occurs.There is not an intention from the DOT to fund (lanes) three and four,” Hunt said.

If four-laning State Road 56 is funded, the money would need to come from not doing some other project that’s on Pasco County’s list, she said.

“There’s only so much money to go around,” Hunt said.

One option that’s been proposed calls for building all four lanes, with the state paying for all four lanes initially and developers repaying the state for lanes three and four.

Dr. Stephen Levin, recently named president of the Florida Podiatric Medical Association, has a few suggestions for keeping your feet in tip-top shape 1. Always wear shoes. It might be tempting to go barefoot in Florida, but there are fire ants and snakes outside, and tile or concrete inside. That provides little support and can cause problems.

Also, choose better protection than regular flip flops. They simply don’t provide the kind of support that other types of shoes can. Running shoes and work shoes with thicker, rubber soles are better for your feet.

Be sure to use “more cushion, more shock absorption, more overall support for your foot,” Levin advises.

2. Be careful with treadmills. They make you run at something other than your normal pace. Instead, consider other ways to walk or run.

“Asphalt’s probably the most forgiving of what we have,” Levin said. “Or a padded track inside, like at a gym.”

Elliptical and rowing machines are also good exercise options.

3. Don’t wait when you have a problem. Waiting to see if it goes away on its own can make healing and recovery a longer process. Deal with foot pain and other issues before they become harder to manage.

“The sooner you can catch it, chances are you can get rid of it faster,” Levin said.

That approach might work, Legg said, but he added he’s not aware of a current way, under the state’s statutes, that could be achieved.

“If we could find a statutory way to loan them the money that they would pay back, that may be an opportunity,” Legg said.

Legg agreed with Hunt that even the two-lane road from Meadow Pointe Boulevard to U.S. 301 had not been envisioned before former Speaker of the House Will Weatherford became involved in advocating for East Pasco’s transportation needs.

“Some of these things were not even on the map, but we had a Speaker of the House that kind of helped this area, helped carve an opportunity to get two lanes,” Legg said.

Legg and Burgess both pledged to keep pushing for a way to get the four-lane project done.

“We’re trying to use whatever kind of leverage we can to push those projects faster, to accelerate them,” Legg said.“The political process is trying to force opportunities.”

Former Mayor Cliff McDuffie said the most effective way to get action is to speak up.

“We need to be more politically involved to make sure your voice is heard. Don’t sit here in Zephyrhills and cry. Go to (Pasco) County Commission and cry,” McDuffie said.

“You have to show up. If you don’t show up, shut up,” McDuffie said.

Both Legg and Burgess said they understand the important role that transportation plays in economic growth.

“Pasco County is booming and (State Road) 56 is obviously just imperative,” Burgess said.“It’s a big piece of that puzzle in attracting future business owners, corporate opportunities and connecting them to our infrastructure and our resources in Zephyrhills, such as our airport, what an asset.”

Legg agreed:“The transportation, in my mind, is really going to shape the growth, or the lack of growth, or the type of growth that this community would like to have in the next 10 to 20 years.

“If this is the avenue that you want to go down, we will put our backs to the plow and try to make that happen,” Legg said.

The new ice and sports complex in Wesley Chapel will open in fall 2015.

ICE, from page 1A “We saw a lack of ice in the area. Kids can’t practice enough.”

The as-yet unnamed facility will open in fall 2015 at 3173 Cypress Ridge Blvd., off Interstate 75 at the State Road 56 interchange in Wesley Chapel.

It will have four full-size rinks including one Olympic-size hockey rink. There also will be a removable ice rink pad that can be converted for multiple uses including nonsports activities such as dog shows and graduation ceremonies.

Florida Hospital officials announced a 10year partnership with the ice and sports complex. The hospital, which purchased naming rights for the complex, will provide educational programs on sports performance and injury prevention.

Zimmermann and the hospital are sponsoring a contest to name the ice and sports complex. Suggestions can be made through March 10 at WesleyChapelIceCenter.com.

Molly Flanagan, 14, and her sister, Abby Flanagan, 11, can’t wait for the new ice rink to open.They play for the Lady Vipers hockey team and practice at a rink in Oldsmar.

“It’s good to be able to be close to an ice rink,” said Molly.“It’s going to be a good facility.”

And, she can hone skills that might one day land her a spot on the U.S. Olympics women’s hockey team.“It would be a dream come true,” she said.

Abby Flanagan revels in the physical nature of the game and breaking down stereotypes.“It’s doing what people say we (girls) can’t do,” she said.“They think it’s a man’s sport. I like showing we girls can do what a man does.”

The sisters have received instruction from Anne Schleper, a silver medalist on the

U.S. women’s hockey team in 2014.

Schleper, 25, is preparing for world championships next month in Sweden.

The complex could become an optional training site for athletes of all ages and all levels of play, potentially from all over the country, Schleper said.

“It’s going to be a great facility for us to use,” she said.

She grew up in Minnesota but lives now in Pasco County.To some a warm weather state might seem an unlikely choice for ice hockey training, but Schleper said, “The hockey fan base is huge here.They are dedicated fans.”

The Tampa Bay Lightning organization plans to use the facility for some of its “on ice” programs including clinics and camps for youth and young adults.

“We look forward to working with the ice complex in growing the game of hockey across the Tampa Bay region,” said Jay Feaster, executive director of the Lightning’s community hockey development.

Jeff Novotny, immediate past president of the Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce, has a personal reason to welcome the arrival of the ice and sports complex. His 13-year-old daughter, Madison, plays for the Lady Vipers.

Recently, a hockey tournament in Tampa drew 66 teams that had to play at four different locations. Almost 40 percent were from outside the Tampa Bay area, and Novotny said some teams had to stay at hotels at great distances from the game sites.

The complex will allow consolidation of locations and where people stay, giving Pasco County’s economy a boost, he said.

“They need hotels and restaurants,” he added.“People have to fill up with gas and find things to do at night for entertainment.

It’s a dream engine for giving people something to do. It’s all related to the economy.”

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Celebrating the loquat – Florida’s urban fruit The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report

This year, the festival includes a new event: an open mic literary session, feaEcology Florida, Friendship Farms & turing short creative literary works on Fare, and the Market Off Main is preparand about loquats. ing to host the second annual Florida The literary event will use an open mic Loquat Festival on format for readings of poetry and short April 4 from 9 prose taking the loquat as a.m. until 2 subject or central p.m., at the image.

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• When you have limited your search, Hillsborough County Consumer make an appointment with the leasing ofProtection, a department of Hillsborough fice and ask to see the exact apartment or County, offers these tips to help renters pro- home offered for rent. Do not visit a model tect themselves. apartment because it may not accurately reIf you are getting ready to rent a home or flect the condition of the unit being leased. apartment, here are some tips to keep in If the landlord refuses to show you the unit mind: up for lease, it may be a signal you should • Before renting a home or apartment, consider leasing elsewhere. talk with the current renters or neighbors • Be sure to write down any damage you to see if they can tell you about whether re- observe during your inspection. Take photos pairs are made in a timely manner. If the to document it. Be sure that damages, as current renters or neighbors are unhappy, well as repairs, are added in writing to the you may want to reconsider. lease before you sign it and move in.

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MIDDLE SCHOOL ESSAY CONTEST

Pasco County Tax Collector Mike Fasano is accepting entries for the Constitutional Officers Essay Contest until 5 p.m. March 31.

The contest is for middle school students in sixth grade to eighth grade. Students of Pasco’s public/charter, private and home schools can participate.

The essay should be 500 words or less and answer the question, “Do you think taxes are important? If so, why? If not, why not?”

Each entry must include the student’s name, school, grade and contact information.

SAINT LEO TO HOST FLORIDA Students in public/charter schools ACADEMY OF SCIENCES MEETING should submit their essays to their principal, Saint Leo University, 33701 State Road 52 who will then forward them to the tax colin St. Leo, will host the Florida Academy of lector’s office.

Sciences 2015 Annual Meeting March 20 Students in nonpublic schools can send and March 21. their essays to Greg Giordano, director of Florida college faculty and other special- customer relations, Pasco County Tax ists from the social sciences, biological Collector’s Office, 8731 Citizens Drive, sciences, physical sciences, science educa- Room 120, New Port Richey FL 34654. tion community, and the fields of The winner will be announced on April engineering, computing and mathematics, 13 and will receive an iPad mini. meet to present research findings and to inFor information, call Greg Giordano at teract with peers.

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COURTESY OF THE GREATER ZEPHYRHILLS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Student Citizens recognized for February

The Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce honored the February Student Citizens during a special ceremony. Each month, one student from nine area schools is selected for exemplary effort, achievement and contribution to their school, family and community.

Students recognized were, from left, Kara Burnap, Chester Taylor Elementary School; Matthew Barba, Woodland Elementary School; Sarah Juergens, West Zephyrhills Elementary School; Alexandra Wilder, Zephyrhills High School; Ayden Popour, Stewart Middle School; Joseph Atanasio, Hope Learning Academy; and Genesis Perez, Heritage Academy. Also recognized, but not pictured, were Aimah Isaac, East Pasco Adventist Academy; and Nathan Rozell, The Broach School.

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Help elderly people avoid hospital stays The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report

Nearly half of older adults — 47 percent — put their health at risk by waiting too long to seek medical attention, according to a survey of nurses who work primarily with senior citizens.

The survey, conducted by Home Instead Inc., also revealed that 49 percent of all hospitalizations of senior citizens could be avoided if proper preventative steps are taken.

The nurses surveyed said family members play a critical role in keeping their aging loved ones out of the hospital.

The most important actions family members can take include: • Making the senior citizen’s home free of hazards • Ensuring their aging loved one takes preventative health measures • Encouraging them to use assistive equipment • Checking in on them • Monitoring medications • Attending doctor’s visits • Assessing their ability to balance

• Making sure they are safe to drive To help families minimize the major risk factors, The Home Instead Senior Care® office that serves East Pasco County is offering the Five Ways to Prevent Senior Hospitalizations guide.

The free guide was developed with Dr. Carolyn Clevenger, incoming president of the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association. It includes information about common risk factors and the steps that families can take to help ensure a healthy lifestyle.

Home Instead Senior Care also has produced a series of videos to help families assess their aging loved one’s balance – something that could prevent falls and fallrelated problems. Also available is a risk meter designed to help families understand other potential threats.

To obtain a copy of the free Five Ways to Prevent Senior Hospitalizations guide, call Home Instead Senior Care at (813) 9917524.

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INFANT CPR COURSE

The obstetrics program at Medical Center of Trinity, 9330 State Road 54, will offer a Family and Friends Infant CPR class March 7 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Participants will learn the skills of the American Heart Association Course.

The cost is $15 per person, or $25 for two.

For information and reservations, call (727) 834-5630.

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The Heart Institute at Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point will present a series of Tuesday Tutorials with complimentary lunch at the Rao Musunuru Conference Center, 14100 Yosemite Drive in Hudson.

All programs begin at noon. Upcoming tutorials are: • March 10: When do you need open Send health news to heart surgery and what kind? news@lakerlutznews.com • March 17: Life after heart attack, open AGING AGENCY SEEKING heart surgery and stroke SUPPORT FOR • March 24: What to do when ulcers and NOMINATIONS COMMUNICATION DEFICITS The Area Agency on Aging of Pasco- wounds don’t heal The Medical Center of Trinity, 9330 State Pinellas Inc., is seeking nominations for the For information and reservations, call Road 54, will host a biweekly communica- first Patricia J. Bell Achievements in Aging (727) 869-5498. tion deficits support group.

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The group aims to assist individuals sufThe award is in honor of the memory of SEMINAR ON SHOULDER PAIN fering from communication deficits as a Patricia J. Bell, a longtime advocate in the The Health & Wellness Center at Florida result of a cerebral vascular accident or aging field.

Hospital Wesley Chapel, 2700 Healing Way, other neurological disorder.

Nominees should demonstrate signifi- will present a seminar on shoulder pain Caregivers and spouses are welcome to attend. cant contributions in the field of aging in March 10 at noon.

Upcoming meetings are March 5 and Pasco and/or Pinellas counties.

The guest speaker will be orthopedic March 19 at 3 p.m.

Nominations will be accepted until surgeon Dr. Christopher Baker.

For information, call (727) 834-4445.

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The topics will include the latest options The winner will be recognized during a to remedy shoulder pain, including a live GULFSIDE HOSPICE luncheon April 24 at Ruth Eckerd Hall in demonstration of an ultrasound on the ORIENTATIONS Clearwater. shoulder.

Gulfside Hospice is hosting these upFor information and nomination forms, A free lunch will be provided. coming orientations for new volunteers: visit AgingCareFL.org/patricia-j-bell-award, For information and reservations, call • March 5 and March 6 from 8:30 a.m. to or call Helen King at (727) 570-9696, (813) 929-5432.

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The Health & Wellness Center at Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel, 2700 Healing Way, will host a vegetarian cooking demonstration March 10 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Executive chef Jerry Dzialo and registered dietitian Denise Doman will prepare vegetarian dishes for guests to sample, and discuss a healthy plant-based menu.

The cost is $5 for wellness center members, and $10 for non-members.

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HEART CLUB MEETS EVERY TUESDAY

The Florida Hospital Zephyrhills Heart Club meets every Tuesday at 11:30 a.m., in the Wellness Center conference room, 7050 Gall Blvd., in Zephyrhills.

The group features bingo, food demonstrations and guest speakers on heart topics.

For information, call (813) 779-6484.

FREE WEIGHT LOSS SEMINAR

Paradise Palms Chiropractic & Spa, 19011 N. Dale Mabry Highway in Lutz, will host a free weight loss seminar March 11 at 6 p.m.

The guest speaker will be Jason Walsh.

Guests can try samples of the spa’s ITG diet foods.

To make a reservation, call (813) 9481781.

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First Christian Church, 6040 Eighth St., in Zephyrhills, will host a multiple sclerosis support group the first Thursday of every month at 1 p.m., in Fellowship Hall.

Refreshments will be served.

The group also hosts a social event the third Thursday of every month.

For information and to RSVP, call (813) 782-9306 or (813) 788-9931.

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From left, Lynn Needs, program director for Salvation Army Domestic Violence Programs; Ashleigh Gardner, customer service representative for Pasco Tax Collector; Greg Giordano, director of customer relations for Pasco Tax Collector; and Captain Ken Fagin of the Salvation Army.

Salvation Army’s program receives check The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report

Pasco Tax Collector Mike Fasano announced that the January donation drive on behalf of the Salvation Army Domestic Violence Program resulted in $1,650 in donations from the communities making up Pasco County.

Tax collector offices throughout Pasco County accepted donations to support the Salvation Army Domestic Violence Program throughout the month of January.

“Pasco County suffers because of domestic violence,” said Lynn Needs, program director for Salvation Army Domestic Violence Programs, in a release.

“Behind closed doors, it is a hidden secret that many families in Pasco County face. Thank you, to the staff and customers of the Pasco County Tax Collector’s Office.

Your generous donations will make a difference to those we serve,” Needs said.

The Salvation Army Domestic Violence Program provides a host of services to vic-

tims in Pasco County.

Its services include emergency food and clothing, safety planning, emergency shelter, a 24-hour crisis Hotline, support groups for women and children, crisis intervention, personal and legal advocacy, 911 Cell Phone Program, and assistance with victims compensation/relocation.

“Our office is proud to support the Salvation Army and its efforts to assist victims of domestic violence,” Pasco Tax Collector Mike Fasano said, in a release.

“Countless lives have been touched by the heartfelt efforts of the staff and volunteers of the Salvation Army’s Domestic Violence Program. It was an honor for our dedicated staff to work with a very generous community to raise these funds for the Salvation Army. I thank each and every person who visited one of our offices and made a donation to this worthy cause. Without your kindness these contributions would not have been possible,” Fasano said.

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By Mike Matthew Special to The Laker / Lutz News

Family Medical Centers wants to know you as a person rather than just symptoms in need of treatment. They have offices in Trinity and Port Richey staffed by caring doctors with extensive experience.

Dr. Darren T. Morris is the family physician in charge of their new office in Trinity. He brings with him 14 years of wide-ranging medical expertise including family medicine, urgent care, sports medicine and emergency room care. He also worked three years for the U.S. Border Patrol in South Carolina as their chief medical officer.

“I’ve done a ton of injury care,” says Dr. Morris, “including workplace accidents, sports injuries, along with all the traumas and injuries incurred by officers working for the U.S. Border Patrol.”

Dr. Morris received his undergraduate degree in biochemistry from the College of Charleston in South Carolina and his Doctorate of Medicine from the Medical University of South Carolina in 1997. His residency in family medicine was completed in 2000 at the Medical University of South Carolina, Muse Family Medicine Program.

“I want to emphasize that we’re doctors you can talk to,” says Dr. Morris.

“We take the time to listen to our

patients. We provide a very personal and professional service.”

He’s been a staff physician, emergency room physician, assistant emergency room director, and a medical director at the Department of Homeland Security.

He enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, kayaking and biking.

His father was a pilot in the Air Force. He grew up on bases all over the world. After graduating from high school, he moved to South Carolina where his family was originally from.

He practiced medicine there for seven years before moving to Lutz in 2007, where he worked for a number of private practices.

Family Medical Centers is a traditional family care practice. They can address a wide variety of your medical needs for patients from ages 2 to 100.

Many staff members are fluent in English and Spanish.

The doctors offer comprehensive care and specialize in auto accident injuries.

They perform school sports physicals, work-related physicals, drug testing and blood screening. They work with local chiropractors, orthopedic surgeons and have a good network of specialists and attorneys that they work with.

Family Medical Centers accepts walk-ins, new patients and most insurances. They are also available for walkin urgent care.

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Coach of the year, again

By Michael Murillo

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Pasco-Hernando State College volleyball coach Kim Whitney has been named Coach of the Year.

While that’s an impressive accomplishment, it’s not a surprising one.

In fact, it happens all the time.

The National Volleyball Coaches Association named Whitney the Two-Year College Northeast-Southeast Regional Coach of the Year for 2014. They did the same thing in 2011.And in 2010, and in 2006, too.

She was named the District P Division II Volleyball Coach of the Year in 2014 as well, just like in 2011 and 2010. Going back in her career, the Suncoast Conference named her Coach of the Year in 2005 and 2007, and District H Division I Volleyball gave her the same honor in 2004 and 2005.

Then, there was the time she was named Coach of the Tournament for the National Junior College Athletic Association Division II national volleyball tournament. PHSC won the national championship that year.

With a career record of 316-119 at the school, 11 straight regional tournament appearances and five national tournament appearances, it might be more newsworthy if she didn’t win a Coach of the Year award from somebody. Everybody thinks she deserves frequent praise and recognition.

Everybody, that is, except the coach herself.

“For me, it’s strange to take an award for what your team accomplished,” Whitney said. When a team does well, it tends to follow that the coach will be seen as doing an exemplary job.

Her most recent team reached the NJCAA Division II national tournament and finished eighth in the country despite having 11 freshmen on the team.

But with several accolades throughout her 11-year tenure at PHSC, it’s not one team or one tournament run that’s getting her recognized for outstanding coaching.

She attributes those accomplishments to getting better organized and prepared for success over her career.

“The planning part of it, the organizing part of it, the managing part of it — over the years I think that’s something I’ve gotten

COURTESY PASCO-HERNANDO STATE COLLEGE

Volleyball coach Kim Whitney, right, gets help from assistants Brian Kachurak, Chris Vergnaud and Kristen Wimer on game days an d throughout the season. But it all starts with the coach, who has captured yet another Coach of the Year award.

better at, and I just know what it’s going to take,” she said.

Whitney, 37, knows what it takes both as a coach and as a player. She played for the United States Women’s National Volleyball Team, as well as professional stints in the U.S. and Spain. That experience has helped her coaching career, she said. Being around great players and teammates and competing at a high level provided a blueprint for how the teams she coaches should perform.

Having a coach whose teams perform at a high level year-in and year-out is a valuable asset to Steve Winterling, the college’s athletic director.

“It makes my job a lot easier,” Winterling said. “She’s a very organized person. She’s a good team player, and I depend on her a lot because she’s also my assistant athletic director.”

Whitney is a talented recruiter, Winterling said. She is able to size up her team’s needs each year and find the talent necessary to keep them competitive. That’s a particularly important skill at a two-year college, which naturally has a lot of turnover from year to year. Good recruiting is essential for a coach to remain successful over the long term.

Whitney’s accomplishments also motivate her fellow coaches.

Winterling coaches the team’s successful baseball program, and has fallen behind the volleyball team in national tournament appearances.

“She went back again (to the tournament), so I’ve got to play catch-up,” he joked.

There’s a good chance Whitney will be keeping the pressure on with more tournament appearances. Her team will have a good mix of experienced sophomores and

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Tampa Bay Tech at Freedom, 7 p.m.

Fivay at Wiregrass Ranch, 7:30 p.m.

Gulf at Wesley Chapel, 8 p.m.

FEB. 26 Baseball Wiregrass Ranch 6, Mitchell 3 Wesley Chapel 6, Hudson 0 Zephyrhills 9, Anclote 0 Freedom 5, Steinbrenner 3 Softball Anclote 3, Wesley Chapel 0 Land O' Lakes 9, Pasco 3 Freedom 9, Steinbrenner 2

MARCH 6 Baseball Wesley Chapel at Central, 7 p.m.

Dunedin at Land O' Lakes, 7 p.m.

Gulf at Sunlake, 7 p.m.

Pasco at Nature Coast Tech, 7 p.m.

Softball Central at Wesley Chapel, 7 p.m.

Nature Coast Tech at Pasco, 7 p.m.

Steinbrenner at The Villages Charter, 7 p.m.

FEB. 27 Baseball Wesley Chapel 2, Pasco 1 Nature Coast Tech 2, Zephyrhills 1 Tarpon Springs 7, Sunlake 4 Robinson 5, Freedom 3 Softball Land O' Lakes 10, Wiregrass Ranch 7 Pasco 15, Wesley Chapel 0 Sunlake 6, Weeki Wachee 1 Nature Coast Tech 5, Zephyrhills 4 Freedom 5, Robinson 2

MARCH 7 Baseball Freedom vs. Jefferson, 7 p.m.

MARCH 9 Baseball Freedom vs. Strawberry Crest, 4 p.m.

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Zephyrhills at Mitchell, 8 p.m.

MARCH 4 Baseball Wharton at Steinbrenner, 7 p.m.

IMG Academy Grey at Sunlake, 6:30 p.m.

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MARCH 5 Baseball Fivay at Wesley Chapel, 7 p.m.

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Tampa Bay Tech at Freedom, 7 p.m.

Softball Berkeley Prep at Land O' Lakes, 7 p.m.

Pasco at Sunlake, 8 p.m.

MARCH 10 Baseball Wesley Chapel at Zephyrhills, 7 p.m.

Land O' Lakes at Gulf, 7 p.m.

Sunlake at River Ridge, 7 p.m.

Pasco at Hernando, 7 p.m.

Steinbrenner at Jesuit, 7 p.m.

Freedom vs. Robinson, 4 p.m.

Softball Zephyrhills at Wesley Chapel Land O' Lakes at Anclote, 6 p.m.

Fivay at Sunlake, 8 p.m.

Hernando at Pasco, 7 p.m.

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JUNIOR TENNIS OPEN MARCH 7-8

A United States Tennis Association-sanctioned junior tournament will be held March 7 and March 8 at Lake Padgett Estates, 4533 Savanah Drive, Land O’ Lakes.

The event will feature competition for boys and girls in both singles and doubles formats.

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FOUNDERS’ DAY 5K MARCH 7

The Founders’ Day 5K race and 1-mile fun run will be March 7 at the Zephyrhills Depot Museum (Train Depot), 39110 South Ave., in Zephyrhills. Proceeds will benefit the Thomas Promise Foundation, which provides needy children with backpacks, food and school-related items.

Early registration ends March 5. The cost to run the 5K is $25 and the 1-mile event is $20. Each goes up by $5 for same-day registration. The 5K begins at 8 a.m., and the 1-mile fun run is at 9 a.m.

For information and to register, visit FoundersDayRace.com.

incoming freshmen, along with a high level of expectations to continue the success of the program. For Whitney, it’s the players that will determine that success.

“You have to have the right people to make that work. I’ve been very fortunate to have athletes who are able to buy into that system and to do well with the way that we run things here,”Whitney said.

With the way she runs things at PHSC, there might be another opportunity in the future.

Winterling sees a time when the assistant athletic director might not have the word “assistant” in her title.

“I’m trying to throw more stuff at her (in assistant athletic director duties) where she could one day, after I do retire (become the director),” Winterling said. “She would be a great replacement for the college.”

Rushe Middle School wins championship Rushe Middle School won the Eastside Conference Championship with a 7-1 record. Their only loss was a two-point defeat to Weightman Middle School.

Players included Nell Santiago, Francis Santiago, Joshua Bent, Justin Lucena, Mathew McDonald, Jordon Golden, Albert Lared, PJ Steuber, Chris Reiss, David Hammond, Chance Coleman and Darren Dudley. The coaches were Peter Dinovo and Kenneth McDonald. and Wiregrass Ranch High School.

It begins at 8:30 a.m., and includes a 5K run and 1-mile family fun run.

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AVAST GOLF TOURNEY MARCH 14

The Amputee Veterans of America Support Team will host its seventh annual golf tournament March 14 at Cheval Golf and Country Club, 4312 Cheval Blvd., in Lutz.

The event begins with registration at 11 a.m., opening ceremonies with a color guard LONG RUN AT THE RANCH MARCH 7 at noon, and a shotgun start at 1:15 p.m.

The ninth annual Long Run at the Ranch Sponsorships are available, including will be March 7 at Long Middle School, 2025 sign, individual and team sponsorships.

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LOL Christian players earn all-star status Eight students from Land O’ Lakes Christian School were chosen for this season’s Florida Christian Conference all-star basketball teams.

For varsity boys, Caleb Kravitz earned allstar designation. For varsity girls, Sophia de

la Rosa, Lindsey Mengel and Bethany Greene received the honor. And for junior varsity boys, Dave Nichols, Bryce Hoynoski, Caleb Noseworthy, Paul Wei and Emmanuel Durojaiye were named to their respective team.

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AUTOFEST IS CAR LOVER’S DELIGHT C The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report

ar enthusiasts could get their fill of vintage models, original parts, posters and signs at the Zephyrhills Winter

AutoFest.

The festival celebrated the automobile in all of its glory, offering a visual feast for young and old, and giving people a chance to add to their vintage collection.

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This 1926 restored Peerless got the attention of David Bush, left, of Brandon and Makenzie Cebollero, 10, right, her dad, Joseph Cebollero of Brandon and a friend, Russell Mathis of Zephyrhills, who is obscured in this photo. They take a look inside to view the interior of the historic vehicle, which was produced only from 1900 to 1932. The classic car is the work of Brando and Joanne Pistorius of Pistorius Collectible Autos of Odessa. The couple restored the classic after acquiring it from a private owner’s garage in Valparaiso, Indiana.

Lucky Parks of Bravo Motors International, in Lakeland, heads for his truck as he gets ready to transport vehicles on closing day of the Zephyrhills Winter AutoFest. He and his boss, Will Cruz, also of Lakeland, were preparing to load up cars on to their trucks for car owners who use their service.

The front end of a 1958 Chevrolet Corvette awaits a new owner as it sits along the roadway of the gigantic swap meet at the Zephyrhills Winter AutoFest. The front end belongs to Mark Massengill who brought it and all his Corvette parts from Atlanta.

Looking over the parts is Tony and Diane Goss, left, and Elloise and John Miller of Bartow.

A whitewall tire of a 1950 Ford encircles a highly polished chrome hubcap on one of the many cars at the Zephyrhills Winter AutoFest.

Steve Hoard of The Bumper Boyz finished loading the old trade-in chrome bumpers, which car restorers brought in, for newly restored ones the company brought from Los Angeles, California. A huge 18-wheel truck brimmed chrome bumpers, new and old. The next stop for them is an auto show in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

Bob Haas is not a backseat driver. It just looks that way as he sat with his 1964 Comet, which he said he “tweaked” and added an air conditioning unit. Haas, who is a winter resident from Michigan, lives in Palmetto and bought the car four years ago. He was waiting for a prospective buyer to pay the $16,500 price he wants for it.

ON PAGE 1A:Toy cars and trucks are stuck in a traffic jam on Wilson Irvine’s display table. The Sarasota man said he unearthed an old trunk of toys, which was loaded with the high-priced collectibles. Typically, toys like these are purchased by people who own the real thing, but Irving said many collectors of old toys stopped by his table, too. Irvine said he sold hundreds of the little toys during the Zephyrhills Winter AutoFest.

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The Hillsborough County’s Pet Resource Center, the county’s animal shelter and the First Place for Pets, invites the community for family friendly fun and shamrock specials during the First Saturday Celebration on March 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the facility at 440 N. Falkenburg Road in Tampa.

The St. Patrick’s Day-themed event will offer green refreshments and giveaways, exhibitors, a bounce house, food trucks, and adoption specials on Heart o’ Gold Dogs and St. Pat’s Cats.

All fees include spaying/neutering, vaccinations, county license tag, and microchip with free chip registration.

With spring break for Hillsborough County

public schools just around the corner, First Saturday Celebration is an opportunity to help pets adjust to new surroundings while family members are at home and not in school.

Hillsborough County’s Pet Resource Center is often the first place to receive the community’s lost and surrendered animals, and the shelter hopes to be the first place adopters come to select a new pet.

The facility is open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., for adoptions, lost pet searches, and county pet license tags.

For more information on pet adoptions or First Saturday Celebrations, contact Hillsborough County’s Pet Resource Center at (813) 744-5660, or visit their website at HillsboroughCounty.org/Pets.

Keeping your dog healthy The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report

There are some foods your dog should never eat, according the website WebMd.com.

To help keep Fido and Ginger healthy, be sure they avoid: • Alcohol: Even small amounts can be dangerous. Also, be sure to keep household items that contain alcohol, such as mouthwash, in a safe place.

• Avocados: Avocados and their leaves contain a toxin called persin that can be harmful to dogs and other pets.

• Bones: Bones from chicken, roasts, and other meats can cause your dog to choke while eating them. Bones also can break into sharp pieces that can cause cuts, bleeding and infection inside your dog.

• Bread dough: After a dog eats bread dough, it can cause gas that can lead to a stomach becoming twisted or torn. Rising bread dough also produces alcohol, which

dogs should avoid.

• Caffeinated drinks: These can poison your dogs.

• Chocolate: Chocolate contains caffeine and a related chemical called theobromine that is also harmful to dogs. Darker chocolates, including cocoa powder, contain more theobromine per ounce than milk chocolate. Eating just a half-ounce of baking chocolate could be deadly for a 5-pound dog.

• Garlic and onions: These contain a chemical that breaks down into a substance that damages the red blood cells of dogs. A 10-pound dog could die from eating just half an onion.

• Xylitol: This is used as a sweetener in gum, candy, many other foods and drinks, and toothpaste. In dogs, this ingredient can cause insulin to soar. This causes their blood sugar to drop steeply. Xylitol can also cause liver damage.

This guy loves to go on walks Skinner is a 6-year-old lab/beagle mix. He is very relaxed, likes other dogs, and loves to go on walks.

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WOW, Women of Wesley Chapel, will meet for a networking breakfast March 6 from 7:45 a.m. to 9 a.m., at the Health & Wellness Center of Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel. The meeting will be in the second floor conference room.

The guest speaker will be Katherine M. Johnson, president of Pasco-Hernando State College, who is retiring this summer.

WOW meets on the first Friday of each month. Come experience networking, education, women supporting women, and professional growth.

The 2015 annual dues of $10 (for chamber women only) will be payable at the meeting by cash or check. No credit cards accepted. Guests may attend twice a year without charge.

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Steve Morey of the Tampa Hillsborough County Economic Development Corporation will be the keynote speaker at the Rotary Club of Lutz on March 10. He will discuss present and future growth in Hillsborough County.

The club meets at 7 a.m., every Tuesday, at the Heritage Harbor Golf & Country Club at 19502 Heritage Harbor Parkway in Lutz.

The meeting and breakfast is $10. Guests and new members are welcome.

For information, call Doug Andrews at (813) 857-7089.

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David Weekley Homes will host a ribboncutting for a model home in Union Park March 10 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., at 32242 Watoga Loop in Wesley Chapel.

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Women-n-Charge, a women’s networking group, will meet March 6 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., at Pebble Creek Country Club, 10550 Regents Park Drive in Tampa.

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The Rotary Club of Wesley Chapel Noon needs sponsors for the third annual EAST PASCO NETWORKING “BEE Part of the Buzz” adult spelling bee.

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Country Club, 10641 Old Tampa Bay Drive Networking begins at 8 a.m., with the in San Antonio. Teams compete in three meeting starting at 8:30 a.m. rounds with words progressing in spelling Pasco County Sheriff Chris Nocco is the difficulty from easy to intermediate to difguest speaker on March 10. ficult.

For information, call Nils Lenz at Spectators cheer on their favorite (813) 782-9491, or you can email him at teams in a fun event that helps raise funds nilslenz@gmail.com. for the Pasco Education Foundation.

Donations range from $1,500 for a Queen CAREER FAIRS Bee sponsorship to $150 for a four-person Rasmussen College will host its Spring team.

Career Fair March 5 from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 For information, email Erin Meyer at p.m., at the college’s Land O’Lakes campus erin@gatorcleaningsolutions.com. at 18600 Fernview St. Students, alumni and residents will be NETFEST GATHERING able to speak with hiring managers of local The Pasco Economic Development companies and learn about resources to aid Council is hosting its 13th annual NetFest, in job searches. which is short for Networking Festival, Rasmussen College also will host a March 5 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Starkey Career Fair March 4 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Ranch on State Road 54 in Odessa. its New Port Richey campus at 8661 The event is a casual night of food, Citizens Drive. drink and music — and a great chance to For information about the Land O’ Lakes network. event, call (813) 435-3601.

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The Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce is launching a new event this year called the 2015 Community Fun Day and Business Expo.

The event, open to everyone, will spotlight businesses and service providers in the northern area of Hillsborough and the central area of Pasco counties.

There will be fun and games for kids, live entertainment, door prizes and a food truck rally.

The event’s theme is “Keeping It Local — Moving our Businesses Forward.”

The two-day event, free to the public, will be March 6 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., and March 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. It will be at the Land O’ Lakes Recreation Complex, 3032 Collier Parkway in Land O’ Lakes.

Sponsorships and booth spaces are available.

Visit CentralPascoChamber.com for an application.

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Business Link, a monthly small business gathering hosted by the San Antonio Citizens Federal Credit Union, meets the second Wednesday of each month beginning at 7:30 a.m.

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For locations, details and to reserve a seat, email rgaddis@sacfcu.org, or call (352) 5882732, ext. 1237.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

The Greater Dade City Chamber of Commerce is looking for some volunteers to help with the chamber event season.

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