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Nocco: Pay hikes needed to retain staff By Kathy Steele
the budget approved by commissioners last year. Pasco County Sheriff Chris Nocco says Other increases in he needs a $5.4 million increase in his annu- Nocco’s budget inal budget to provide better pay and benefits clude $475,000 for — both to recruit new employees and to body cameras and keep veterans from leaving for higher pay- $254,000 for aircraft ing jobs. maintenance. Sheriff Chris Nocco “It’s a morale issue,” Nocco told Pasco The argument that County commissioners at a June 2 work- Pasco is losing officers tired of low pay isn’t shop in New Port Richey. new. Nocco has issued the warning in past The sheriff’s office is on pace to set a years. record for 50 resignations this year, largely He came to this year’s budget workshop due to low compensation, Nocco said. armed with fresh data and a salary survey to His 2016 budget request is about $104 back up his claims. million in total, about 6.7 percent higher than “We didn’t just cry wolf,” said Nocco.
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“The problem is growing.” The salary of a Tampa police officer is more than $48,000 a year, and in Pinellas it is more than $45,000, based on information gleaned from agency websites as part of a salary survey done by Tallahassee-based Evergreen Solutions. Pasco deputies make just under $40,000 a year. Some counties, including Pinellas, also use the incentive of a signing bonus to attract staff. Evergreen Solutions reviewed salaries paid by 13 of 16 peer law enforcement agencies in the state. Pasco was at the bottom in salary compensation, and gives no See NOCCO, page 9A
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Laura Hauser waged a valiant war against cancer for six years, but lost the battle in the early morning hours of June 8. The disease started in her colon but had spread all over her body, including her liver, lungs, spine and brain, said Stephanie Hardy, a family friend for the past four years. Laura had undergone more than 70 rounds of chemotherapy and multiple surgeries, Hardy said. Laura is survived by her husband, Richard; her son, Noah, 14; and her daughter, Tatum, 12. Laura had been to Seattle for treatment but had returned to Wesley Chapel to attend Noah’s eighth-grade graduation and Tatum’s dance recitals. She made it to the graduation, but wasn’t able to go to the recitals. She was able to watch one — that was livestreamed — from her bed. The family had thought that potential treatment in Seattle offered Laura her best hope and she had planned to return there, but she died at home, under the care of hospice. Laura’s battle was personal, but she wasn’t alone.
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Laura and Tatum Hauser at Contempo School of Dance. The dance moms there have made dinners for the Hauser families and had fundraisers to help support the family.
Her fight inspired family, friends, colleagues and strangers to step forward to show their support. This coming weekend, an event is taking place at Harvester United Methodist Church in Land O’ Lakes to help the Hauser family with expenses. That fundraiser will go on as planned, Hardy said. The family also will be helped by a
GoFundMe account, established by Pamela Maurer Fay on May 23, which attracted hundreds of donations and sentiments of support. “You are strong and you are loved. Find strength in the amount of people who wish to help your beautiful family. You are in our prayers,” Rick and Susan Coder wrote, when See HAUSER, page 9A
‘I’m always up for a challenge,’ teacher says By B.C. Manion
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As students head off for summer vacation, Becky Cicione will simply be changing her teaching venue. The Connerton Elementary School teacher will spend her summer teaching in Pasco County Schools’ science camp for children at Title 1 schools. “When I do my work in the summertime, it’s an outdoor science camp that’s enhanced by iPads. It’s held through district. We go to different locations. “Every week, I have a new school. I spend four days with those kids,” she said, doing hands-on experiments. When she’s not teaching the summer classes, though, she teaches fifth-graders at Connerton Elementary School in Land O’ Lakes. Her favorite age group is between 9 and 14, she said. “That’s the age group where they start to B.C. MANION/STAFF PHOTOS develop their real personalities,” she said. She enjoys trying to teach them crucial in- Becky Cicione helps Alice Clark as she tries to get her electronic device to work. Meanwhile, formation as they begin to exhibit “that teen Matthew Graves tries to work through a mathematics problem. Students at Connerton are attitude,” she said. “I’m always up for a chal- allowed to bring their own electronic devices, with a parent’s permission, Cicione said. lenge.” She also enjoys using technology in her response to her questions. She can use the the Florida State Fairgrounds. classroom to help students learn. information she gleans to provide immediCicione doesn’t know who nominated her for the Shine Award, but she was She doesn’t use technology every day be- ate support when students need it. The teacher thinks that her use of tech- pleased by the recognition. cause the school doesn’t have enough equipment to make that happen, but she nology may have contributed to her The Governor presents medals to the rerecognition by Gov. Rick Scott and the cipients throughout the year, to show sees its value. During a recent mathematics class, for in- Florida Cabinet during a spring meeting at appreciation for Florida’s exceptional teachers and for their commitment to improving stance, Cicione posed a number of questions, the state’s education system. which students worked out on iPads, which Cicione said someone from the state had been checked out for the class. Except for some technical glitches, the Department of Education called Connerton students worked quickly through a series of Principal Aimee Boltz informing her that problems. Cicione had been nominated and asking if Cicione projected the work and the anthe teacher was a worthy candidate. swers on a board, so students could see the “My principal (Aimee Boltz) goes, results. ‘Absolutely,’ ” Cicione said. At the same time, the computers tracked “She called me right away. She said, ‘You the students’ work — giving the teacher a would not believe this. You have been nomitool she can use to help her pinpoint which A collection of gifts and other items in nated for the Shine award.’ ” students are struggling, as well as to see Becky Cicione’s classroom help convey the Then the principal announced it over teacher’s enthusiasm for teaching, especial- the school intercom. who is staying on pace or excelling. She used an app called NearPod that al- ly the plate that reads, ‘Teaching is the proSee TEACHER, page9A lows her to see and save each child’s fession that creates all others.’
Celebrating a half-century of dance By Kathy Steele
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Blackwood Dance Studio presents The Sally Blackwood was just meant to Wizard of Oz 50th Anniversary Recital and dance. Reunion Party And at age 79, she is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Blackwood Studios When: Recital at 7 p.m., June 12 and 13; in Dade City with a recital of “The Wizard of reunion party, 2 p.m. on June 14 Oz”. Where: The recital is at Wesley Chapel The journey down the yellow brick road Center for Performing Arts. The reunion is a tradition begun in 1965 and has been party is at Dan Cannon Auditorium at the repeated every decade since. Pasco County Fairgrounds in Dade City. “It is our signature piece,” said Blackwood who teaches up to five hours a day. Cost: Recital tickets are $15 per person The faces of many of her students have a For information, call (352) 567-5919 familiar look, because often they are the children or grandchildren of students she taught in the past. “We really are a studio family,” Blackwood But fate and love intervened. said. Her high school sweetheart, James Her own family is where her passion for “Woody” Blackwood, had returned to dance began. Lakeland from Germany after three years of Her father’s orchestra traveled through military service. He wanted to see her one Florida at the height of the swing band more time. craze in the 1940s. Ben Atwood and his mu“I was going to go home for a week,” she sical troupe played the swanky Vinoy Hotel said. “I never went back. I’ve never regretin St. Petersburg. Her mother, Genevieve ted it.” Atwood, played violin in the orchestra. It Ballet with a professional company takes FRED BELLET/PHOTO was a love match. drive and ambition. Blackwood would find her own love Besides, she said, “I’m not a competitive Amidst the backdrop of Studio A's stained glass window Sally Blackwood watches her students rehearse for the upcoming 'Wizard of Oz' production. match, too. But first there would be a child- person for myself.” hood of uninhibited movement. Though the couple was living in She traveled with her parents to military Lakeland, Blackwood began driving to Dade Cheryl Hauff is part of the studio family and music from 1975 will be used. bases as they entertained troops during City once a week to teach 19 dance stu- and in charge of making costumes for more The play isn’t a re-creation of the familWorld War II. She was 5 years old when the dents. than a decade. Her daughter is a former stu- iar movie with Judy Garland, though bits of Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor. Enrollment grew and it made sense in dent. familiar songs are used as performers move They were part of the vaudeville circuit, 1966 to relocate the family. “Everyone just becomes family,” she said. scenery around between scenes. playing one night in Jacksonville and anoth“We had so many coming back,” she said. “It gives girls (and boys) something to do. L. Frank Baum wrote more than a dozen er in Avon Park. Her hometown was “I’d have to come back four times a week.” They advance and progress.” Oz books and Blackwood dips into many of Lakeland, Florida. They bought a house on Meridian Ballet is the foundation. them for the story line. “They did everything they could to help Avenue in downtown Dade City where “Nobody has ever gotten a system better There are no flying monkeys. That the war effort. I was like their mascot,” they raised their daughters, Mary Ann and to train bodies,” Blackwood said. “That’s would be too scary, she said. Blackwood said.“I made up dances.” Glenda. A kindergarten teacher whose why we really stress ballet.” Instead the witches have crows. She did a “little samba” to the song daughter was in Blackwood’s dance class It teaches control, stamina, body place“We chose music to fit the characters,” “Down South American Way.” Or whatever offered to build a facility next to the house ment, and how to move smoothly and Blackwood said.“So, it can be classical.” which she would use during the day. It was gracefully. she’d seen in the movies. On June 14, there will be a reunion of “If they never dance (again), the posture Blackwood and her extended dance family A Lakeland teacher spotted her and told Blackwood’s dance studio in the afternoon they get from ballet is so healthy and beau- through the years. At least one former stuher parents their young daughter had to and evening. Woody Blackwood, who died in 2001, tiful,” she said. “It also teaches them respect dent is coming from California. take lessons, and join her dance troupe. But a 50-year reunion doesn’t mean Another teacher, Mary Fariday, told a operated an antiques shop in another for music and for themselves.” house, adjacent to the studio. Her studio offers 66 classes a week in Blackwood is planning to retire any time teenage Blackwood to go to New York. “He did everything for us,” said his wife. ballet, tap, jazz, modern dance and acrobat- soon. “Ballet was my big love,” she said. “I hope I’ll have enough sense to know “(Fariday) took me under her wings and “He’d make dinner for me. He built scenery. ics. Blackwood has seven teachers He was good with the kids.” including her daughter, Mary Ann when I’m not doing a good job,” she said. “I taught me everything.” The antique shop is now a two-story Blackwood, who also is the studio’s chore- still have patience.” At age 20, she auditioned for the legPlans are under way for a trip to Europe endary Robert Joffrey, founder of the Joffrey maze of costumes collected through the ographer. She seems somehow to know instinc- where some of her students will perform in Ballet School, then based in New York. He years. Square-dancer skirts in a rainbow of selected her to tour with a troupe that colors hang along the walls. Racks and tively how to orchestrate the movements of Germany and Austria. And she has three would perform at colleges and universities. racks of gowns, tutus, leotards, fancy dress dozens of children, Haupff said. “She is girls who are going to a Joffrey-sponsored Blackwood is modest about the accom- shirts, vests, bangles and beads, laces, a box amazing,” she added. summer camp in Miami. “The Wizard of Oz” will have two perplishment, pointing out she is barely 5 feet. of yellow polka dot bikinis, and the odd Teaching is where her heart is. “He was a short man,” she said. “He liked piece of stage scenery are showbiz cornu- formances on June 12 and 13. An old “This way you’re sharing everything. copia. “reel-to-reel” tape recording of the narrative That’s the way I like it,” Blackwood said. short dancers.”
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In keeping with a natural herd structure, Alake and calf have begun introductions to the other rhinos and Grevy’s zebras that share their habitat, zoo officials say. While the birth is welcome news for the managed population, record numbers of rhinos were killed by poachers in South Africa last year. Despite increased protection efforts, the number of rhinos killed by poachers jumped 21 percent to 1,215. The current poaching crisis is driven by the growing demand for rhino horn in Southeast Asia where horn, made out of keratin -- the same material found in human hair and nails -- is wrongly believed to have medicinal properties. The white rhinoceros has two horns at the end of its muzzle, the most prominent in the front. Unlike Indian rhinos, white rhinos use their horns for defense. Females use their horns to protect their young, while males use them to battle each other. Adult white rhinos can reach weights of about 5,000 pounds, with most calves estimated to weigh between 80 to 140 pounds, according to the news release.
It may not be a royal, but the newest baby at Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo is being treated like a princess. A southern white rhinoceros was born on May 21 to “Alake,” an animal that originally lived in the Phinda Reserve in Africa, according to a news release from Lowry Park Zoo officials. The newborn marks the fourth successful southern white rhino birth and the seventh rhino born in the Zoo’s history, officials say. COURTESY OF SAINT LEO UNIVERSITY Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo is part of the Patricia ‘Trish’ Parrish has been elected as vice president of the Catholic Foundation Board Association of Zoos and Aquariums Rhino of Trustees. Parrish is an assistant vice president at Saint Leo University. Taxon Advisory Group, which includes the southern white rhino Species Survival Plan. The plan is designed to support conservation of select wildlife species at risk of extinction. The newborn introduces new The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report Besides being a member of the School DNA into the genetics of the managed popof Education and Social Services (SESS) fac- ulation in North America. Patricia “Trish” Parrish, an assistant vice ulty, she has served Saint Leo as the director The zoo is currently home to a herd of president at Saint Leo University has been of program approval for its education pro- five southern white rhinos: three adult feelected as vice president of the Catholic grams, and associate dean of the SESS. males from the Phinda Reserve in Africa, Foundation Board of Trustees, according to a The Catholic Foundation supports the one adult male, and the newborn. news release from Saint Leo University. work of the Diocese of St. Petersburg. Parrish is the vice president of academic One of the foundation’s primary focuses affairs and regional accreditation officer at is raising funds for tuition assistance for Saint Leo University. children attending Catholic schools in the She initially was invited to serve on the diocese. It has been serving people of the Catholic Foundation Board in October diocese since 1997. 2013, an appointment that lasts for three In her role as vice president of the years, the news release states. board, her primary responsibility is to assist The appointment can be renewed at the in advancing the work of the board, espediscretion of the Most Reverend Robert N. cially between meetings should the Lynch, bishop of the Diocese of Saint executive committee be required to make Petersburg. decisions outside a formal board meeting. Parrish joined Saint Leo in 2001 as the in“Our mission is to secure gifts, provide ternship coordinator in the undergraduate donor services, and manage financial reDepartment of Education. She is a professor sources which benefit people assisted by of education and has taught elementary ed- all parish and diocesan ministries,” Parrish ucation, educational leadership and said, in the release. COURTESY OF LOWRY PARK ZOO exceptional student education courses. “This work is very rewarding, and it is A southern white rhinoceros strolls with its mom, ‘Alake,’ at the Lowry Park Zoo in Tampa. Parrish also is active in teacher education an honor and privilege for me to support While zoo officials rejoiced at the baby rhino’s birth, record numbers of rhinos were killed advocacy and policy at the state and nation- the work of Christ in the diocese,” she by poachers in South Africa last year, according to a news release from Tampa’s Lowry Park added. al levels, according to the release. Zoo.
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Pasco County is on the move. With the slice of ceremonial scissors, county officials cut the ribbon on the new 50,000-square-foot Utilities Administration Building, located at 19420 Central Boulevard, off U.S. 41. On June 19, more than 200 employees in the utilities department will move from New Port Richey to Land O’ Lakes. And, the facility is scheduled to open to the public on June 23. The hours will be Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The cross-county move recognizes the accelerating growth in the northern and eastern areas of Pasco, with State Road 54 and State Road 56 prime targets for residential and commercial development. New housing construction is also heating up on U.S. 41, in the vicinity of the new utilities building. “We’re trying to get closer to the new COURTESY OF PASCO COUNTY customers,” said County Administrator The new 50,000-square-foot Utilities Administration Building recently opened on Central Boulevard, off U.S. 41 in Land O’ Lakes. More than Michele Baker. “We have got to move more of our services. This building is the begin- 200 employees are transferring from an office in New Port Richey to Land O’ Lakes. ning of trying to provide more services closer to where people are.” building that will stand the test of time and The county utility department provides be here for a long time.” water and sewer services and reclaimed Business owners and residents in Land water as well as solid waste, recycling and O’ Lakes see long-range benefits to the area. hazardous waste disposal. “We’re obviously very proud of our comAbout 30 people attended the ribbon munity,” said Mary Lynn Gorsline, incoming cutting including Baker, Chairman Ted president of the Central Pasco Chamber of Schrader, Commissioners Kathryn Starkey Commerce. “It will help spur growth we’re and Mike Moore and former County looking for, positive growth.” Administrator John Gallagher. New restaurants or gift shops are potenRepresentatives of the architectural firm tial new businesses that could come to the FleischmanGarcia and contractors northern end of State Road 54. Construction Technology Group also attend“It will start to change the northern area KATHY STEELE/STAFF PHOTO ed. of Land O’ Lakes,” she said. The two-story building has a soaring atriThere also are other business-related Pasco County Chairman Ted Schrader, left, and Commissioner Mike Moore, right, unveil a plaque commemorating the dedication of Pasco County’s new Utilities Administration um in the lobby, a customer service center benefits as well. on the first floor, a drive-thru window, con“I think it’s wonderful,” said Terri Dusek, Building. ference rooms, a training room and offices the honorary mayor of Land O’ Lakes. “As a for the utilities service staff members. Realtor, it’s going to make it more convenWhile most employees will transfer to For about 20 to 30 employees who live The facility will be a backup location for ient for buyers and sellers to change over the Land O’ Lakes office, Kennedy said a in and around New Port Richey, the longer the county’s emergency operations center. utilities. The centralized part of it is excep- small number of customer service represen- distance to work is an issue. But Kennedy A national review panel also certified tional.” tatives will remain in New Port Richey. They said the county is exploring options to prothat the building meets Silver LEED stanThe vision for the facility emerged in will serve mainly walk-in customers, he said. vide some kind of carpooling or ride share. dards based on its energy efficiency and 2003 and was ready to go five years later. An office also is maintained in Dade City. And, he said some employees transferred environmental design. But, by then, construction costs were off the It’s not clear how many walk-in cus- to job openings in other departments closer Schrader described the grand opening as chart, said Bruce Kennedy, assistant county tomers will frequent the new facility. to home. a historic occasion. administrator for the Utilities Service “It’s going to be interesting what that deThe department essentially ran out of “Pasco is typically a thrifty county,” he Branch. mand is,” said Kennedy. room nearly a decade ago due to staff said. That coincided with a flattened econoThe county is encouraging more cus- growth, Kennedy said. Some employees But more than a decade ago, it was clear my and a slow recovery. tomers to conduct business online. were deployed to different locations, but he to some in Pasco government that change It wasn’t until 2012, when the Pasco Kennedy said that would include signing up said, “This allows us to get our group of peowas on the way. 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DONATE CLOTHES TO HAITI MISSION
Cindy Oelke of Lutz is preparing for her third visit to Haiti and is asking for donations of new or slightly used boys and girls clothing, sizes 2 to 16, as well as shoes for children ages 2 to 16. Oelke has helped build four schools and five orphanages in Haiti. For more information on how to help, call Cindy Oelke at (813) 963-7541.
WINE TEACH AND TASTE
Time for Wine will host Australia:Wines from Down Under on June 10 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Dash of Salt ‘n Pepper, 10353 Cross Creek Blvd., in New Tampa.The teach and taste event costs $15 per person, or $20 at the door (without a reservation). For information, call (813) 664-1430 or (813) 376-6689.
Lutz author book signing Gobby Kuhn, a 90-year-old resident at Horizon Bay Lutz, will have a book signing to celebrate her first published work, an autobiography titled “Gobby,” June 16 at 3 p.m., at Horizon Bay, 4514 Chapman Road in Lutz. The book recounts her experiences growing up during the depression and World War II, as well as her tales of hiking the Appalachian Trail, and more. For information, call Kelly Foley at (813) 909-9679.
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Pond, 38130 Pretty Pond Road in Zephyrhills.The guest speaker will be former Pasco County Commissioner Michael Cox on the topic of charter government. Light refreshments will be served. For information, call Fern Williams at (813) 838-0767.
HEROES EVENT AT LUTZ CENTER
The Lutz Branch Library will present Heroes:The Event of the Summer at the Lutz Community Center, 98 First Ave., N.W., June 16 at 2 p.m.There will be magic, music, balloon artistry and a puppet-filled adventure of storybook heroes, heroes of innovation and discovery, and modern-day heroes.The event is for grades kindergarten through fifth grade.Admission is free. For information, call (813) 273-3652, or visit HCPLC.org.
CHARITY FASHION SHOW
Bob Evans, 16314 N. Dale Mabry Highway in Tampa, is hosting a community fundraiser June 7 to June 13 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., to benefit the Baldomero Lopez State Veterans Nursing Home in Land O’ Lakes. Bob Evans will donate 15 percent of all sales to the home. Flyers can be picked up at the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce, 2810 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., Land O’ Lakes. For information, call John Mitchell at (813) 996-0840.
CARES GREETING CARD CLASS
Community Aging & Retirement Services will offer greeting card classes June 11, June 19 and June 25, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., at Commons on Pretty Pond, 38130 Pretty Pond Road in Zephyrhills. Participants should bring adhesive and paper snips. Other supplies will be provided.The cost is $10 per class. For information and reservations, call (352) 2060277.
SENIOR CENTER PRESENTATIONS
The Lutz Senior Center, 112 First Ave., N.W., will offer these upcoming activities: • June 11 at 11:15 a.m.,The History of the Flag • June 12 at 1:30 p.m., Personal Life Discussion (sharing memories of special occasions) For information, call (813) 264-3804.
SMART DRIVER COURSE
The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will offer the AARP Smart Driver class for drivers ages 50 and older on June 11 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Insurance companies may offer a discount for completing the class.The certificate is valid for three years.The cost for AARP members is $15, and $20 for non-members. For information, call Bev Cogdill at (813) 9073908.
SPOTLIGHT ON PASCO
Gulfside Hospice & Pasco Palliative Care is hosting its Spotlight on Pasco event June 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Gulf View Square, 9409 U.S. 19 in Port Richey.The event
The Alzheimer’s Family Organization will host its annual Alberta’s Fashion Show June 16 at the Heritage Springs Country Club, 11345 Robert Trent Jones Parkway in Trinity.There also will be raffles, auctions and vendor tables.Tickets are $30 each, with a discount for a table of 10. For information, call (727) 848-8888. focuses on family and community, and will feature vendors, door prizes, live entertainment and more. For information, call Scherei Hart at (727) 992-7449.
PACA MEETING
The Pasco Alliance of Community Associations will meet June 11 at 7 p.m., at the Land O’ Lakes Community Center, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd.The guest speakers will be attorney Ann Hathorn and Mike Jenkins of the Pasco County Sheriff’s Office. For information, call Ron Litts at (813) 475-4561.
BLACKWOOD STUDIOS TURNS 50
Blackwood Studios will host its 50th Anniversary Recital & Reunion Party with a recital of The Wizard of Oz June 12 and June 13 at the Wesley Chapel Center for Performing Arts, and an anniversary celebration June 14 at the Dan Cannon Auditorium at the Pasco County Fairgrounds in Dade City. For information, call (352) 5675919, or visit BlackwoodStudiosDance.com.
CHILD ADOPTION EDUCATION DAY
Old McMicky’s Farm, 9612 Crescent Drive in Odessa, will host Tampa Bay Child Adoption Education Day June 13 at 2 p.m., an event that is expected to be held annually.Those looking to start or expand their family can learn about the adoption process from area agencies and organizations, and hear from current adoptive parents and children. Admission is free.To register, visit OldMcMickys.com.
BROADWAY CHORUS PERFORMANCE
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NEW TECHNOLOGIES DEBUT AT MOSI
The Museum of Science & Industry, 4801 E. Fowler Ave., in Tampa, will offer a driverless vehicle, drone and robot experience starting June 13 at 10 a.m., as part of its newest exhibit “Innovate.”Visitors will get to view autonomous vehicle technology, drones and robots in a hands-on, interactive way.The exhibit will continue through the summer and is included in the admission price. For information, visit MOSI.org.
DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM
The AARP Smart Driver Course will be offered at the Meadow Pointe Community Center, 28245 County Line Road in Wesley Chapel, on June 15 at 9:30 a.m.The cost is $15 for AARP members, and $20 for nonmembers. For information and to register, call Dennis Smith at (813) 994-9832.
IDLEWILD VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Exciting Idlewild Baptist Church, 18333 Exciting Idlewild Blvd., in Lutz, will host a vacation Bible school called Journey Off the Map June 15 to June 19 from 9 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.Admission is free. Optional Tshirts are $6. For information, call (813) 264-1515, ext. 461.
EAST PASCO DEMOCRATIC CLUB The East Pasco Democratic Club will meet June 15 at 7 p.m., at Commons on Pretty
FREE KIDS SHOWS AT COBB
Cobb Grove 16 Theatre, 6333 Wesley Grove Blvd., in Wesley Chapel, will offer free summer kids’ shows every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 10 a.m., starting with “Planet 51” and “The Muppets Take Manhattan” on June 16, June 17 and June 18. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. Large groups, schools and camps are invited. For information, call (813) 948-5444.
YOUTH ART WORKSHOPS
The Pasco Fine Arts Council will offer summer youth art workshops for ages 7 to 9, 10 to12 and 13 to 15.Workshops will be Tuesdays,Wednesdays and Thursdays June 16 to July 23.The council is located at 5744 Moog Road in Holiday. For information and class times, visit PascoArts.org, or call (727) 845-7322.
WOMEN & MONEY WORKSHOP
The Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce will host a free Women & Money workshop June 16 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., at The Vine Restaurant & Wine Bar, 17667 N. Dale Mabry Highway in Lutz. For information and to RSVP by June 12, call (813) 9966100.
COMEDY WORKSHOP
The Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave., in Tampa, will present Community Through Comedy, an interactive and fun comedy workshop with comedienne Robin Savage, June 17 at 7 p.m. Guests can learn types of comedy, the structure of jokes, and basic skills, principles and techniques used by stand-up comics.Admission is free.The workshop is for adults only. For information, call (813) 273-3652, or visit HCPLC.org.
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Renovations wrapping up at Land O’ Lakes park By Michael Murillo
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The $2.4 million renovation project at Land O’ Lakes Community Park, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., is just about completed. It features new fields, a playground, a concession stand and restrooms. There’s even a walking trail for walkers and joggers that goes around the park. But there’s another improvement that gets Mike Walcott, a recreation supervisor for Pasco County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources, really excited. The parking. “I think the thing a lot of people are going to like is the paved parking,” Walcott said. “Because when you park in a dirt lot in the middle of July and you have those storms come rolling though, it creates a mess.” Walcott has endured the mess associated with dirt lots long enough to know how bad it can be. He’s been with the county parks department for 15 years, with about eight of them at Land O’ Lakes Community Park. Small improvements can make a big difference, and they can enhance the experience of visiting the park. And, with all the bigger improvements ready to be unveiled to the public, he expects a lot more visitors in the future. The improved fields are good for the park’s existing users like their adult softball league and Police Athletic League youth football. The latter will now have their home games at the park, instead of just using it as a practice facility. In addition, the park now has a special event area that will be a gathering place for a variety of community events. Walcott sees movies in the park, a farmer’s market
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and company picnics as just some of the possible uses. The annual Swampfest event, which was canceled last year due to a conflict with the park’s renovation schedule, is also back on for this November. And with a potential addition in the future, the possibilities are even greater. “We’re looking forward to possibly a stage being put out into the park, so we’ll be able to do concerts,”Walcott said. That project is being spearheaded by the Heritage Park Foundation. And the group’s president, Sandy Graves, believes it would be an artistic feather in the park’s cap. “I think it will complete that park,” Graves said. The plan includes a structure that takes up around 2,000 square feet with a back room, electrical hookup and wide steps for people to bring up instruments or other Work is wrapping up on the $2.4 million project to improve Land O’ Lakes Community Park. bulky equipment. The foundation would like to collaborate with local government to help raise funds the county’s first STEAM magnet school, its hear about its progress. Walcott gets resifor the project, which could exceed proximity to the park invites a natural shar- dents coming by every day asking about $150,000. For now, foundation members are ing of facilities. STEAM stands for science, project updates and wanting to see how raising money on their own, as they try to technology, engineering, arts and mathemat- things are going. And he’s pleased to report find a government partnership that works ics. that some facets of the park will be available for everybody. They’ll be able to share event space, within the next couple of weeks, and the While the park will continue to thrive as parking, basketball courts and other facili- fields are being prepared for use in the coma destination for local teams, Graves sees ties. ing months. Soon residents will be able to more opportunities for the park as a local That collaboration, as well as the existing enjoy the new amenities, like the walking hub of community activity. renovations and potential future improve- trail, concession stand and event area. “Sports is just one facet,” she said. “I think ments, means the park will continue to And the parking, of course. it’s good for the community to have a cen- maximize its resources. At just 16 acres, it’s “It sounds ridiculous that I keep going tral gathering space where it can have the not a large park, but the new layout will use back to the paved parking. But oh my goodfestivals that bring a community together.” the area efficiently. ness, that was the biggest thing. Just getting Meanwhile, the Land O’ Lakes “I think they came up with a great multi- stuck in the mud,” Walcott said. “I know Community Park is taking advantage of an- use community park,” Walcott said. “As far as when people come out here and get a good other construction project to enhance the size that we have here, I think every- look at the place, they’re really going to like users’ experience. When Sanders Memorial one’s going to get something out of it.” it. They’re really going to enjoy being out Elementary School reopens later this year as For now, it seems like everyone wants to here.”
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for the Pathways to Engineering Program at the 2015-2016 school year. Middleton High School and support the The county is investing $325,000 to help training platform needs of the Welding secure manufacturing simulation training Technologies Program at Hillsborough, equipment, pending the school board’s apJefferson and Tampa Bay Tech high schools. proval. Enhancements include a new machining The county’s Economic Development program at Armwood High School and an department administers the Hillsborough Industrial Maintenance and Repair Program County Manufacturing Academy. at Brewster Technical College. The program uses a hands-on approach The partnership will potentially begin in to leverage the expertise, network and re-
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A family of realtors here to serve your family By Mike Matthew Special to The Laker / Lutz News Debi Bolusi and Ernest Van Glahn are two award-winning realtors in the Exit Prime Realty family serving Land O’ Lakes and neighboring communities. Debi received her first Exit Award for Excellence in Customer Service in 2014. Ernie won the 2014 Sales Person of the year award and was voted the Most Valuable Player for the brokerage. Both Ernest and Debi have been awarded Agent of the Month multiple times in 2014. Debi moved to Odessa three years ago from New York. She started out with ReMax, but left when Exit Prime Realty contacted her. “We have a great family of realtors here,” says Debi. “I’m glad I made the switch.” Ernie is a retired New York City Officer from the New York City Police Department. He rose through the ranks quickly to the rank of Captain. He retired after 20 years. He served as a Commanding Officer when he retired. He moved to Florida and has lived in Land O’ Lakes for the last eleven years. “My niche is working with our nation’s heros,” says Van Glahn. He is a Military Relocation Professional. He works with members of the military, law enforcement, fire fighters, EMT’s, and school employees. He is also an Employee Benefits Director for a non-profit organization, “Hero Home Source.” Ernie gives back part of his commission to these heroes at closing for their service to our nation and community. “Prospective clients should ask about our 59Day Guarantee,” says Ernie. “If we don’t sell your home in 59 days, we’ll pay you $1,000 at closing. Give us a call to find out the details. There are some conditions that must be met, of course.” “This is a great time to sell your home,” says Debi. “It’s a seller’s market. The existing home inventory is low. Many sellers are receiving their asking price or more.” There is also a great deal of new home construction going on in the Land O’ Lakes and Wesley Chapel area. State Road 54 is being widened to accommodate the growth. There are
also a number of new shopping centers on the books. More schools will need to be built to accommodate the growth. Ask about their guaranteed sales program for new construction. Qualified buyers may have their existing rental lease bought out as part of the settlement on a new home. Debi and Ernie have solid relationships with area lenders. They work hard to get you the very best financing. They also work with people who’ve had credit problems in the past, helping to get their credit repaired, so they’ll be able to obtain financing. “A number of zero-down financing programs are available,” says Debi. “Right now the USDA is offering 100 percent financing for many areas in Pasco County. Interest rates are still low. We’re also not seeing as many foreclosures as there were two years ago. The market is good.” Debi and Ernie want to make the sale and purchase process as stress-free as possible. “We deal with all the stress, so our clients don’t have to,” says Debi. “One thing we always recommend is a home inspection,” says Ernest. “It’s the best two to three hundred dollars you can spend on a home purchase. You don’t want any surprises after closing that could have easily been resolved or avoided prior to the sale.” “There are numerous types of technologies we use to get your home sold,” says Debi. “Exit Realty is the technology leader. Other brokerages simply do not have these technologies.” Ernie and Debi works closely with relocation buyers from locations all over the country. They are able to assist these buyers with the sale of their existing homes, even those that are located in other states. Debi is Short Sale Certified. Ernie was the first employee in the Land O’ Lakes office when it opened in August two years ago. Now they have fifty agents. The real estate market is booming. Anyone considering a career in real estate should give Debi or Ernie a call. The company provides a great deal of training and support to their agents. “We also do a lot of local charity works such as the Jason Ackerman Foundation, which helps children who’ve lost a parent,” says Debi.
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Pasco-Hernando State College will have an information session on its bachelor of science in nursing degree on June 15 at 6 p.m., at its West Campus, 10320 Ridge Road in New Port Richey. The online BSN program provides additional management, leadership, theory and research training to licensed registered nurses. Advisors and program faculty will provide information on admission requirements and prerequisite courses, available at all five PHSC campuses. Admission is free. To RSVP, please visit PHSC.edu/rsvp. Interested students must apply for admission no later than July 24 to be considered for the August class. For more information, visit PHSC.edu/BSN.
STUDENT CITIZENS RECOGNIZED
The Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce recognized Student Citizens during a ceremony on May 19. Each month, one student from nine area schools is selected for exemplary effort, achievement and contribution to their school, family and community. The students honored were Aaron McHenry, Woodland Elementary School; Devin Echevarria, Chester Taylor Elementary; Victoria Pelfrey, Stewart Middle; Devon Bingham, Heritage Academy; Madison Reidenbach, Zephyrhills High; Roxana Guerra, West Zephyrhills Elementary; Priscylla Peek, East Pasco Adventist Academy; Josie Putney,The Broach School; and Savanna Sanders, Hope Ranch Learning Academy.
FREE SUMMER VPK PROGRAM
Primrose School at Collier Parkway, 23021 Weeks Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes, is offering a free summer voluntary pre-kindergarten program for eligible families and their children. The program is for those who have not yet used their VPK voucher. Applications are being accepted. Classes begin on June 15 and run through Aug. 10. VPK hours will be from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., with an hour of rest at 12:30 p.m. For information, call Angella Hart at (813) 242-7800.
AREA STUDENTS EARN DEGREES
Lauren Reid, of Wesley Chapel, graduated from the University of Kansas with a bachelor’s degree of fine arts, visual arts. Matthew Coakley, of Lutz, graduated from Florida Gulf Coast University with a bachelor of art degree from the College of Education. Samuel Garfunkel, of Lutz, graduated from Florida Gulf Coast University with a bachelor of science degree from the College of Arts and Sciences.
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Pasco-Hernando State College will host retirement receptions for president Katherine Johnson at each of its five campuses.The upcoming farewell receptions are: • June 17 at 9 a.m., New Port Richey campus, 10230 Ridge Road • June 17 at 12:30 p.m., Brooksville campus, 11415 Ponce de Leon Blvd. • June 17 at 4 p.m., Spring Hill campus, 450 Beverly Court • June 18 at 9 a.m., Dade City campus, 36727 Blanton Road • June 18 at 12:30 p.m., Porter Campus at Wiregrass Ranch, 2727 Mansfield Blvd. • June 18 at 4 p.m., New Port Richey campus, 10230 Ridge Road For information, visit PHSC.edu/calendar.
Pasco County Tax Collector Mike Fasano announced that $1,081.68 was raised at the five tax collector offices in Pasco County during the month of March for Take Stock in Children. Take Stock in Children’s mission is to provide a comprehensive program combining the elements of scholarships, mentors and hope to help break the cycle of poverty through education. The money raised will be used for a sixhour ACT prep class and ACT prep workbooks for the 30 program scholars that will enter 11th grade in 2016.
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Pasco-Hernando State College will offer academic career-themed summer camps for middle and early high school students. Each camp will run for four half-days, Monday through Thursday, at the East Campus in Dade City, 36727 Blanton Road. • Fine Arts Career Camp: June 22 to June 25 from 9 a.m. to noon • STEAM Career Camp: July 13 to July 16 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. • Fire Science Career Camp: July 27 to July 30 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Each camp session is limited to 15 students. Additional camps are available at the West Campus in New Port Richey. For information and costs, or to register, visit PHSC.edu/summercamp, or call (727) 816-3256.
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budget for the sheriff’s office by 12 percent, from page 1A including an additional $7.2 million for fisBenefit for the cal 2015, according to county budget Hauser family signing bonuses. records. Those records also reveal that the making their donation. WHERE: Harvester United Methodist At Nocco’s request, the survey focused sheriff’s office’s budget represents more After learning of Laura’s death, Pasco Church, 2432 Collier Parkway in Land O’ on the local market area of Pinellas and than 40 percent of total ad valorem expen- County Schools tweeted out a message: Lakes. Hillsborough counties, and the cities of St. ditures from the county’s general fund. “Rest in peace, Laura Hauser. A great educaPetersburg and Tampa. Nocco acknowledged the commission’s tor, mom, wife and friend to many. You will WHEN: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., June 13 Evergreen Solutions is recommending a support for past requests.“We know if there be missed.” WHAT: Garage sales, vendors, concesthree-year phased-in step pay plan to pro- was more money in the pot, our numbers Laura worked at Wesley Chapel sions, 50/50 raffle, raffle items from vendors, vide incremental increases linked to an would go up,” he said. “ I think a lot of peo- Elementary School before her illness caused bounce house, slide, dunk tank, snow employee’s job description. The requested ple are seeing the need. The Tampa Bay her to leave the job. cones and popcorn. $5.4 million would cover the first year’s market in law enforcement is very competiWhile she was working there in 2012, Vendor spaces are 10-by-10 and cost cost of salaries and benefits. tive. But, you have been supportive. There is she received the award for School-Related $25, payable to Penny Foote. Each paid Commissioners are in the midst of re- no doubt about it.” Personnel of the Year for Pasco County vendor is also requested to bring an item viewing budget proposals from all county Commissioner Mike Moore appeared Schools. The distinction goes to a noninfor the raffle valued at $20 or higher. departments. generally favorable toward Nocco’s request. structional employee who makes All raffles will be done at end of event, and Data on revenues will be provided by Based on the sheriff’s data, he calculated outstanding contributions. winners do not have to be present to win. the tax collector’s office on July 1. A final that the county has spent close to $5 milAt the time of the award, Laura’s title was budget won’t be approved until September, lion in training costs for officers who later media and technology assistant, but both All of the proceeds will go to help the with two budget hearings in the interim. left for better paying jobs. her colleagues and her boss said her influHauser family. Laura Hauser lost her six“We know we have challenges ahead of Better retention of employees would be ence was far broader. year battle to cancer on Monday, but the us,” said Chairman Ted Schrader. cost efficient, he added. She was the campus photographer. She benefit will go on. Pasco doesn’t have the tax base to pay “We’re growing by leaps and bounds,” handled lunch duty. She shelved books and For more information, call Penny Foote, for everything it needs, he said. Moore said. “It’s not just about big versus checked them out. She had a photography event coordinator at (813) 996-6959 or While everyone supports public safety, small (counties) anymore. It’s who’s grow- club for kids, put together the school’s year(813) 309-9993. Schrader was skeptical of the proposed pay ing the fastest.” book and helped teachers with technical plan and its impact on future budget rePreliminary numbers from the tax collec- issues. quests. “Where does it stop?” he said. tor are looking good, said Commissioner Principal John Abernathy, deThe economic downturn in the econo- Kathryn Starkey. “We’ll have an even better scribed her this way: “Laura is my that began in 2008 has strained next year.” hands-down the most reliable, the Pasco’s coffers. Many departments, includBut she said challenges remain. most efficient, the most depending libraries and parks, took hits in recent “We are filling up with people who able, the most sincere person that years. don’t have a lot of money to pay for every- I can say that I’ve run across in a Since 2013, the county has boosted the thing we want to do,” Starkey said. really long time. “In terms of the lives that I would say that Laura has touched – I couldn’t even put a number to it. She’s a very passionate person herself, and I think she brings that passion to everything she does. Dancer moms at Contempo School of Dance have proIt’s who she is.” vided immense support to the family of Laura Hauser, Even more impressive was a woman who battled cancer for six years. She passed Laura’s unbridled enthusiasm, de- away at 2:05 a.m., Monday. spite chemotherapy treatments for her cancer, colleagues said. Laura has been unable to work for some the studio. time, but Richard works three part-time The dance moms also got together and Becky Cicione moves about her fifth-grade classroom at Connerton Elementary School, jobs, in addition to being a firefighter and made dinner for the family for three helping students who are struggling with technical glitches or academic concepts during a paramedic for Hillsborough County Fire months, Richard said. recent mathematics class. Rescue. “Strangers would come up and say, ‘Oh, Colleagues and friends from the elemenhere’s a lasagna.’ I heard about your wife.” she’s been able to find ways to help make it from page 1A tary school have continued to show their The support has been both tangible and easier for her students. “I do a lot of small group. I do a lot of support for the family. Recently, Iris intangible. Barcelona and Christopher Gorman coordi“One day, everybody she knew wore “My kids start cheering and jumping up one-on-one,” she said. and down.” Cicione said. She also pairs kids up as study buddies, nated WCES Makes a Splash Water Day for blue. Hundreds of people,” Richard said. Mrs. Hauser. The cancer has caused enormous pain When Cicione returned to the school to help each other. Rudy Dorough and Kristi Traver Dorough and sorrow for Laura and her family, but with the medal, her students were excited, “Kids learn well from each other. In they also have experienced the incredible the teacher said. order to learn better yourself, teaching it donated the water slide for the event. Donations were accepted that day to kindness of others, Richard said. “The kids wanted to see it. They wanted kind of reinforces those concepts.” Laura’s cancer did not define her, her to touch it. They were like, ‘Mrs. Cicione, you But she’s also mindful that some children benefit the Hausers. Friends from the Contempo School of husband said. It galvanized her determinahave to hang it up.’ ” are ahead of the curve and need more chalDance in Lutz also have been in the family’s tion and demonstrated her strength. She told her students: “This is for you lenging work. “You don’t really appreciate life, until guys because I’m here, for you.” When she encounters that, she gives corner. They raised money by selling refresh- you face down the barrel of death,” he said. Now in her fifth year of teaching, those students more difficult work and Services for Hauser, who was 40 when Cicione said the award was a shock. while they’re busy with that, she’ll use time ments and T-shirts, said Hardy, whose daughter has danced with Tatum Hauser at she died, are pending. “I kept thinking to myself, ‘I’m so young. to give struggling students additional help. I just turned 28.’ ” “It’s a balancing act. Every group of kids, Many of the other recipients, she said, it’s different,” she said. had been teaching for decades. As much as she enjoys teaching, there’s a At Connerton, she teaches mathematics job she would like even more. and science to fifth-graders. She’d love to give teachers the technoloShe thoroughly enjoys her job. gy support they need, she said. “I just love kids. I love working with “When things break down, we need it them. They take you for who you are. They fixed right away. I’m very tech savvy. I love love you no matter what, and all they want to fix things,” she said. is love,” Cicione said. She’d also love to teach teachers how to She recalls beginning to develop a love use technology and to tap into all of the for math during second grade. ways it can help to enrich lessons. Exam and (D0150) Her teacher was amazing, she said. “If you don’t have someone to show you “He just was so kind. He made math so the way, you’re kind of lost,” she said. 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Access Health Care, 5350 Spring Hill Drive in Spring Hill, will present a lecture titled Change Your Perspective to Improve Your Day on June 11 at 5:15 p.m. The lecture will cover what you need to do to lift yourself up and feel good about everything in your life. Guests should wear comfortable clothing to perform exercises. For information, call (352) 688-8116.
CHATTERBOXES MEETING
The Medical Center of Trinity, 9330 State Road 54, will host a Chatterboxes group meeting June 11 at 3 p.m., for individuals with communication deficits. The group aims to assist individuals with deficits as a result of a cerebral vascular accident or other neurological disorder. For information, call (727) 834-4445.
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Sertoma Speech & Hearing Foundation of Florida will offer free hearing aid batteries, while supplies last, June 12 from 10 a.m. to noon at its New Port Richey office, 4443 Rowan Road. The common sizes being offered are 10, 13, and 312 and 675. For information, call (727) 834-5479.
The obstetrics program at the Medical Center of Trinity, 9330 State Road 54, will have an infant CPR class June 13 at 9 a.m. This is a two-hour American Heart Association course.The cost is $15 per person, or $25 for two. For information and reservations, call (727) 834-5630.
MEN’S HEALTH SEMINAR
Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel will host a men’s health seminar June 16 from10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at its Wellness Plaza. There will be a lecture on pulmonary disease at 10 a.m., gastrointestinal endoscopy at 11:15 a.m., and prostate cancer screenings at 12:30 p.m. Lunch will be provided.To register, call (813) 929-5432.
One of the groups will start June 16 on Tuesdays at 2 p.m., at Gulfside’s Bereavement and Community Outreach Center, 6230 Lafayette St., in New Port Richey. For information, call Kelly Cavagnetto at (813) 431-3348. In central Pasco, a new group starts July 15 on Wednesdays at 4 p.m., at Harvester United Methodist Church, 2432 Collier Parkway in Land O’ Lakes. For information, call Pearl Lamourt at (727) 992-4231.
SLEEP APNEA SEMINAR
The Medical Center of Trinity, 9330 State Road 54, will have a sleep apnea seminar June 17 at noon. Topics will include the causes, diagnosis and treatment options. A complimentary lunch will be served. Admission is free. For information and reservations, call (727) 834-5630.
CARDIOVASCULAR IMAGING SEMINAR
Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point will have a Tuesday Tutorial on June 16 at noon. The topic will be Therapy & Rehabilitation: Stroke Rehab. The session will take place at the Rao Musunuru MD Conference Center, 14100 Yosemite Drive in Hudson. A complimentary lunch will be served. For information and reservations, call (727) 869-5498.
Oak Hill Hospital will present Advances in Cardiovascular Imaging on June 17 at 5:30 p.m., at Silverthorn Country Club, 4550 Golf Club Lane in Brooksville. Dr. Guarav Mathur, board certified in cardiology, internal medicine and nuclear cardiology, will discuss the advances in cardiovascular imaging, including using the cardiac PET scan to detect coronary artery disease. There will be a question and answer session. Admission is free. A complimentary meal will be served. For information and reservations, call (352) 597-6333. To register online, visit OakHillHospital.com/ForYourHealth.
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EARN WHILE YOU LEARN AT PREGNANCY CENTER
The Oasis Pregnancy Center, 3632 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes, offers an Earn While You Learn program for expectant mothers. Participants can earn points while learning about pregnancy, baby care, parenting and more, and then spend the points in the center’s store to purchase things from bibs to cribs. For information, call (813) 406-4965.
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Florida Hospital Zephyrhills, 6050 Gall Blvd., needs volunteers to help its staff and doctors. Volunteer positions cover a variety of areas including clerical/administrative services, escorting, kitchen duties, gift shop and patient services. Volunteers must be at least 16 years old. Time commitments begin at one four-hour shift each week. Applications are available at the hospital’s volunteer office, the main information desk, or online at FloridaHospital.com/Zephyrhills/volunteer. For information, call (813) 779-6256.
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When transitioning to an assisted living and memory care community, The Commons on Pretty Pond in Zephyrhills is the perfect community. “It is our goal to make the transition from home to our community meaningful and worry free.” Keaton Hobbs, Community Outreach Director at The Commons explains. “The quality of life our residents enjoy is at the core of our mission. Research shows that activity, both physical and mental can improve the overall quality of life. Our goal is to create a whole person wellness attitude and change how we think and act in relation to our residents. “Aging Gracefully” is not a program but rather the embodiment of an attitude about the quality of life we provide our residents. It is the platform upon which family members and staff alike participate to present those attributes that will allow our residents to rediscover the joy available in life.” Keaton explained. To keep residents active, The Commons offers an activity program that engages the mind, energizes the body and nurtures the spirit. Activities include: health & wellness programs, fitness & exercise classes, craft classes, puzzles, memory games, card games, social events, spiritual and cultural programming and exciting and fun outings. Other thoughtfully designed common spaces meant to be enjoyed include a beauty salon, library and billiards room. Additionally, The Commons provides transportation for shopping and doctors’ appointments. Keaton explains that many of their residents enjoy volunteering and giving back to
the community. Residents have organized fundraisers for causes such as Breast Cancer Awareness and Wounded Warriors. Other residents enjoy making jewelry to sell in The Commons’ store. A year ago, The Commons added a Memory Care Village designed specifically for seniors with Alzheimer’s Disease and/or other memory loss not typically associated with the normal aging process. Twenty-one apartments are dedicated specifically to Memory Care, which provides our residents with separate living and dining areas, as well as an enclosed outdoor courtyard. In the Village, our associates and residents spend their days “Reflecting on past accomplishments, Rejoicing in the moment and Renewing spirits each day!” Keaton said. All 132 apartments at The Commons on Pretty Pond are licensed for assisted living and offer various levels of care. The monthto-month rent includes 3 meals per day, weekly housekeeping, laundry services, activities and entertainment, transportation and utilities. The Commons has a variety of floor plans, including studio, one-bedroom and two- bedroom apartments. People who want to experience The Commons, but would like to try it first, can stay in an apartment for a few days. “This allows potential residents to decide if The Commons is a good fit for them,” said Keaton. “The staff at The Commons on Pretty Pond are dedicated to improving the lives of their residents every day,” said Keaton. “Our goal is to help make the transition into assisted living (or memory care) enjoyable with a goal of becoming healthier.”
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PHSC baseball stops just shy of World Series By Michael Murillo
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Last year, the Pasco-Hernando State College baseball team reached the World Series for the first time in the program’s 23year existence. This year, the team fell just short of making back-to-back trips. PHSC reached the National Junior College Athletic Association Division II Southeast District championship game last month at its tournament in Martinsville, Virginia. The third-ranked Conquistadors faced off against the top-ranked Catawba Valley Community College Red Hawks. A win would have meant a tie-breaking rematch with the same team, with the winner earning a berth in the NJCAA DII World Series. PHSC battled back from an early 5-0 deficit to cut the lead to 5-3, but couldn’t keep up with Catawba Valley and fell, 13-3. They had lost to the same team by a 3-2 margin earlier in the tournament. The Red Hawks would go on to finish third in the World Series, in Enid, Oklahoma, while PHSC went home. But barely missing another World Series trip, while disappointing, doesn’t diminish what the team accomplished in coach Steve Winterling’s eyes. “Besides just falling short of the World Series, I couldn’t have been happier with the way the guys played and fought all year,” he said. They fought with defensive skills more than anything else,Winterling explained. In some years, hot bats that compensate for average pitching define a team. This season, the Conquistadors weren’t knocking everything out of the park, but their pitching and defense were strong and kept them in many games. Some statistics tell the story: PHSC recorded a school-record .972 fielding percentage, and committed just 51 errors all season. Some years they’ve had twice as many errors, and the fielding percentage is normally a good 18 points lower or more. While they didn’t have their strongest offensive year, Winterling said there’s no question which type of team he’d rather
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PHSC is losing a lot of players from this year’s successful team, but coach Steve Winterling is excited about his returning players, including Jordan Ding.
When Pasco-Hernando State College’s baseball team takes to the field next season, Jordan Feist will be expected to continue the strong defensive play that defined this year’s team.
have. season was simply a tune-up for the tourna“I’d definitely take what we had this year. ment. There was a concern that the players It was a pleasure watching young kids pick would ease up and not take the games as seit up, throw it over and make plays,” he said. riously, Winterling admitted, but they “This club made the routine play, they remained focused and played hard despite turned double plays, they ran balls down. It facing tough competition. was fun to watch them play and not worry Besides playing far into the tournament, if the ball was hit.” the team also traveled far during the tournaEven when opponents hit the ball, it usu- ment: What began in Kinston, North ally wasn’t enough to win the game. PHSC Carolina was completed more than 160 finished 32-15 on the year and had little miles away in Martinsville. trouble qualifying for the Southeast District Tropical Storm Ana forced the games to Tournament, which required a .500 or bet- be moved. ter record during the regular season. The The team had to scramble to find lodgteam started the year 11-3, and a particularly ing, and ended up staying in multiple hotels strong nine-game win streak in March saw over the course of the tournament. PHSC score 75 runs while recording five “That was an amazing trip,” Winterling shutouts. said.“Definitely one not to forget.” Their record became just one of a handNow that they’re back home, Winterling ful of 30-win seasons the team has logged in isn’t wasting any time getting ready for next their 24 years, and is better than last year’s season. He recently signed a catcher from World Series team. Indianapolis and is working on bolstering Once the team qualified, the rest of the the pitching staff.
Those players will be needed, considering PHSC will only have eight returning players plus a red shirt pitcher as holdovers. With around two dozen players making up a typical team, that means a lot of new faces. Despite losing three of the team’s strongest pitchers, Winterling feels good about next season. Some of the returning players are part of that stingy defense, and he identified Jordan Ding and Jordan Feist as part of a successful left infield that will be intact next season. The coach believes they’ll form the nucleus of a team ready to extend the team’s successful streak. And while he already has his sights set on the school’s 25th baseball season, Winterling is proud of what the team accomplished in Season 24. “We just had a good group of guys. it was all about winning and playing well,” Winterling said.
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GAITHER BASKETBALL CAMPS THROUGHOUT JUNE Gaither High School basketball camps will continue to run throughout the month of June at the school’s campus, 16200 N. Dale Mabry Highway in Tampa. The camps are for girls and boys grades two through eight and will run Monday through Thursday of each week from 8:30 a.m. until noon, beginning on June 15, June 22 and June 29. The cost is $100 for one week, and $90 for each additional week. For information, contact basketball coach Dwayne Olinger at (813) 975-7340, ext. 563, or dwayne.olinger@sdhc.k12.fl.us.
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They played for successful teams at Pasco-Hernando State College. Now they’ll do the same for other schools. Jordan Bickett wrapped up a successful two-year volleyball career at PHSC; the team went 39-8 in her sophomore campaign, including a trip to the National Junior College Activities Association Division II national volleyball tournament. The Lady Quistas finished eighth, the second-best finish in school history. She’s signed on to continue her volleyball career at Georgia Regents University Augusta, and that team made a little history of its own last season. The Jaguars finished 27-9 and entered their first Division II Southeast Regional tournament as the fourth seed, before falling to the eventual regional champion. Bickett’s PHSC coach, Kim Whitney, and GRU Augusta’s coach, Sharon Quarles, both won Coach of the Year honors in their PHOTO COURTESY OF PASCO-HERNANDO STATE COLLEGE most recent campaigns. Volleyball coach Kim Whitney and baseball coach Steve Winterling stand behind their In baseball, Chris McCormick got a student athletes as they sign on to play at the next level. Seated from left, Jordan Bickett taste of World Series play in his freshman will play for Georgia Regents University Augusta, while Chris McCormick will take the year when the Conquistadors reached field for the University of Tampa. their first-ever National Junior College Athletic Association Division II World with a better record that they had during another Division II World Series title last Series, where they finished fourth. This their World Series run. month. That championship goes with the past season they fell just shy of another He’ll join a team that’s no stranger to one they earned in 2013, and five others berth, but eclipsed 30 wins and finished World Series play: The Spartans just won in the program’s history.
Members of the Steinbrenner High School football team will be participating in a couple of youth football camps this month. The South Pasco Predators camp will run June 15 through June 19 at the Land O’ Lakes Recreation Complex, 3032 Collier Parkway in Land O’ Lakes. The Lutz Chiefs camp will run June 22 through June 26 at Oscar Cooler Park, 770 W. Lutz Lake Fern Road in Tampa. Both camps will run from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., each day. Each camp costs $100 in ad- Washington D.C., to see memorials of the vance, or $125 the day they begin. Each wars in which they participated. participant will receive a T-shirt and a certifiThe event costs $50 per person and becate of completion. gins in a two-man scramble format with For information and to preregister, visit registration at 7 a.m., and a shotgun start at WarriorFootballCamp.net. 8 a.m. For information, call Patrick Maguire at (813) 625-5680 or (813) 888-6613. HONOR FLIGHT GOLF
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middle school camp, which includes incoming ninth-graders, began June 8 and runs until July 15, on Mondays and Wednesdays, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The high school camp began June 9 and runs until July 16, on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Camps will be closed June 29 through July 3. The cost is $75 and teaches conditionTOURNAMENT JULY 25 Sons of the American Legion Squadron WRESTLING CAMP AT ing, training, drills and skill development. 152 will sponsor a golf tournament benefit- STEINBRENNER GAITHER VOLLEYBALL CAMPS For information, call (813) 975-7340, ext. ing Honor Flight of West Central Florida. It Steinbrenner High School, 5575 W. Lutz Gaither High School began its 2015 535, or email Gaither volleyball coach Tim will take place July 25 at the Silver Dollar Lake Fern Road, will have multiple sessions Cowboy Volleyball Camps this month. The Boylan at tim.boylan@sdhc.k12.fl.us. Golf & Trap Club, 12711 Silver Dollar Drive of its wrestling camp this summer. in Odessa. The camp is designed to teach amaSEND SPORTS NEWS TO MMURILLO@LAKERLUTZNEWS.COM Honor Flight sends military veterans to teur wrestling for athletes at all levels,
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Ingredients derived from the purple coneflower have been widely used in folk remedies for generations and are still used for medicinal purposes today.
You’ve heard of banana plants, but have you ever heard of thousand finger bananas? You can see that and other types of banana plants at the Florida Botanical Gardens.
There are a number of small gardens at the Florida Botanical Gardens, including a butterfly garden, an herb garden, a native garden, a tropical fruit garden and a cottage garden, to name some.
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Clusters of bromeliads offer a glimpse of the beauty of nature’s handiwork at the Florida Botanical Gardens in Largo.
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Sophia Phillips, a student at Sand Pine Elementary School, spotted this woodpecker on her dad’s van and snapped a picture. This North American pileated woodpecker, about the size of a crow, eats mainly insects and sometimes fruits, nuts and berries.
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The Hispanic Business Leaders of Pasco Hernando Hispanic Chamber of Commerce will host a mixer June 10 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at Wesley Chapel Nissan, at 18519 State Road 54 in Wesley Chapel. This is a joint event with Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce. For information, call Hispanic Business Leaders at (813) 435-1499 or Central Pasco chamber at (813) 909-2722.
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