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Hockey complex to open in spring By Kathy Steele

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An anticipated opening for the Florida Hospital Center Ice complex will be delayed until spring 2016, largely due to a slower than expected wait on permitting. Gordie Zimmermann, a partner in Z Mitch, said he expects construction to resume in the next weeks, with a scheduled completion in the first quarter of 2016. “We’re in good shape,” Zimmermann said. Initially, the opening for the sports complex, at 3173 Cypress Ridge Blvd., had been announced for the fall, potentially at the same time as the Tampa Premium Outlets. The outlet mall will open on Oct. 29. Both facilities are off State Road 56 at the Interstate 75 interchange. A groundbreaking for the sports complex took place in March. The pre-construction work including underCOURTESY OF FLORIDA HOSPITAL CENTER ICE ground utilities has been completed. But, Hockey fans watch from the sidelines in this interior rendering of Florida Hospital Center the site has been inactive for several See HOCKEY, page 13A

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Traffic jams caused tempers to flare and poor weather kept balloons from launching during the third annual Festival of Flight at the Tampa North Flight Center. Scores of motorists complained via the festival’s Facebook page about being stuck in traffic for hours. Some said they were turned away from the venue because there was no place to park. Others said they gave up and voiced irritation for being inconvenienced. Numerous posts criticized event organizers for failing to secure enough parking, for not having law enforcement to direct traffic and for not letting people know early enough when events were cancelled. The Friday Night Balloon Glow was held,

but balloon launches scheduled on Saturday and Sunday mornings were cancelled because of the weather. Some activities also were able to go on, but much of the event was a washout. Jessica Warren, festival director for Festival of Flight, said “We are reconsidering all of our options.” That includes, whether to stage the event again. “Everybody says it was disorganized,” Warren said, but months of hard work and planning went into the event. Parking was arranged for 20 acres on Compark 75, which is next to Tampa North Flight Center. Warren and her husband mowed the field to prepare it for parking. Fifty-six volunteers were also secured to help with parking, she said. See FLIGHT, page 13A

Suicide prevention can begin with small gestures By B.C. Manion

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Betsey Westuba delivered a powerful message about suicide prevention last week at Pasco-Hernando State College’s Porter Campus at Wiregrass Ranch. To help illustrate the impact of suicide, she brought along a banner covered with 2,892 yellow ribbons. Each ribbon represented an individual who died by suicide in Florida during 2013. The ribbons reflect only the people who died — not the scores of people left behind to cope with the aftermath. Westuba’s talk touched on the warning signs of suicide and the difficulty people B.C. MANION/STAFF PHOTO often have in grappling with a loss caused by the suicide of a loved one. She provided The yellow ribbons on this banner, next to Betsey Westuba, represent lives lost to suicide. information about where to turn for help.

Westuba knows firsthand how it feels to have a loved one die by suicide because that’s how her brother died. It is common for survivors to experience guilt and to question why the death occurred, she said. Survivors may find it helpful to seek professional counseling or join a survivors’ support group, she added. There are actions that people can take to help prevent suicide, said Westuba, who is region six director for the Florida Suicide Prevention Coalition. People may feel helpless, but small gestures often can help someone who is considering suicide to choose a different path, she said. Westuba addressed steps people can See SUICIDE, page 13A

Author unearths details of Wesley Chapel’s past By B.C. Manion

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Today’s community of Wesley Chapel is a bustling place with The Shops at Wiregrass, Pasco-Hernando State College’s Porter Campus at Wiregrass Ranch and Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel, to name just a few community landmarks. Motorists stream down State Road 54 and State Road 56 and Bruce B. Downs Boulevard and there are new subdivisions, restaurants and businesses popping up. But not much is generally known about the history of this place which had settlements dating back to the 1840s. A book being written by local historian, Madonna Wise, will shed light on that early history. Wise has been meeting with descendants of families that have deep roots in the Wesley Chapel community and she’ll be sharing photographs and anecdotes in an upcoming book to be published by Arcadia Publishing, out of South Carolina. Wise has written similar books about Zephyrhills and Dade City for the publishing company. She expects the Wesley Chapel book will be released in early 2016. It will likely be about 220 pages and will contain at least 180 photographs, she said. It will have chapters about the area’s pioneers, its ranches, economy and community institutions. Tracing the history of Wesley Chapel has

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A group of Wesley Chapel natives gathered in what was once considered to be downtown Wesley Chapel on Aug. 10, to discuss local history with Madonna Wise. Shown here are Roy Burnside, former mayor of Zephyrhills, Madonna Wise, Bill Smith, Sue Boyette and Frank A. Scott, Sr. of the First Baptist Church of Wesley Chapel.

been challenging because the community, unlike Zephyrhills and Dade City, has no city government or nucleus of old town buildings to help reveal its past, Wise said. But she has found a wealth of information through families who still live in the area and who have vivid recollections of the community long before Interstate 75 sliced through it and developments, such as the Saddle Brook Resort, began to be built. Wise said she relied on her background in genealogy to help her track down families to interview. By using those reCOURTESY OF CLETIA PIERCE sources, she found Marco Edward Stanley, John Boyette, born in 1875, is shown with his wife, Blanche, and of Gainesville, who children, Johnnie, William, Ruby and Vera. arranged for Wise to interview his mother, Lillie Sapp Stanley, a deep roots in the community still live there. “Everybody is related to everybody,” Wise 95-year-old, who still lives here. “She (Lillie) lived in the area on a ranch. said, mentioning the Coopers, the Stanleys, She knew everyone,” said Wise, who met the Hills, the Smiths, the Barnes, the COURTESY OF SUE BOYETTE with her and other members of the Stanley Boyettes and others. Gwen Wells Ellerbee and Esther Burnside “There is this close nucleus of families. family. Boyette are washing clothes in this 1941 As she conducted her research,Wise said They really deeply care for each other. They photo taken at a location off of Ellerbee Road. she discovered that many families with know all about the cousins. Who moved here.Who moved there,”Wise said. David Brown, a descendant of the Barnes family, told Wise: “We cared about each other. If you didn’t show up for church one Sunday, somebody would come check on you.” Much like in Dade City, Wise said, one in813-254-2500 terview led to another. 2029 Osprey Lane, Suite B, Lutz, FL 33549 Marco Stanley encouraged Wise to talk to NewLeafChiroLLC.com his cousin, Bill Smith. “So they set up a meeting for me to talk • Headaches • Back Aches • Sciatica • Neck Pain to Bill,” she said. “Bill’s sister is 92. Her name • Sports Injury • Occupation Injury • Auto Accident is Ruth Smith Adams. She’s still sharp as a tack.” We gladly accept most Health Insurances Affordable rates and flexible payment plans available for non-insured individuals “Bill says to me on the phone, bring Hours of operation: Monday – Thursday 10am – 6pm, Friday 10am – 5pm (Other hours available by appointment) butcher block paper,”Wise said. To his knowledge, nobody had ever drawn a map of the settlements. Wise’s book will have that map. “We’re talking 1900. It’s not right at the beginning because the settlements started THE PATIENT AND ANY OTHER PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR PAYMENT HAS A RIGHT TO REFUSE TO PAY, CANCEL PAYMENT, OR BE REIMBURSED FOR PAYMENT FOR ANY OTHER SERVICE, EXAMINATION, OR TREATMENT THAT IS PERFORMED AS A RESULT OF AND WITHIN 72 HOURS OF in the 1840s,” she said. RESPONDING TO THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR THE FREE, DISCOUNTED FEE, OR REDUCED FEE SERVICE, EXAMINATION, OR TREATMENT.

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Malinda Jane Gillett Stanley, born in 1892, was a midwife in Wesley Chapel. She’s from one of the families featured in a book about Wesley Chapel currently being researched by Madonna Wise, a local historian.

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This 1946 photo of the first Wells General Store at the corner of Boyette Road and State Road 54, shows Bobby Wells, son of

“They told me where to draw,” said Wise, noting they worked on the map for about four hours and have revised it since. “It shows where early families lived, including Ped Tucker and Thomas Boyette and Jacob Godwin, she said. “And then they would tell me things like, ‘This is where we held the rodeo. And this is where the old log school was before the Wesley Chapel school. And this is where we went swimming,’ ” she said. Wise conducted 15 interviews, each lasting four to five hours, or more. During those chats, she also found out about some of the area’s clandestine activities, including moonshiners and gator hunters. Tracking down the area’s history has been fun and interesting,Wise said.

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See the Bolts for free at Fan Fest Sept. 20 On the Cheap By Michael Murillo

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an are always excited when a professional sports team gears up for another season. There’s excitement, optimism, and a desire to be part of the action. Fans can’t wait for the games to start. I’m not talking about the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this time. Don’t get me wrong. This is definitely a football town, and fans have been waiting months to see the Bucs back in action. But their season started last weekend. No, I’m talking about the Tampa Bay Lightning. We’re a football town, but we’re a hockey town, too. (Technically, Detroit is known as “Hockeytown” due to its Red Wings and the team’s storied and successful history in the National Hockey League. But let’s be honest: Our city is nicer, it has better weather, and we have the better team right now. So we’re also a hockey town). Anyway, the Lightning’s season starts in less than a month, with preseason just a few days away. To celebrate, the team is holding its annual Fan Fest on Sept. 20 for ticket-holders, well-wishers and anyone who supports the Bolts. And it’s free, which is why you’re seeing it here in On the Cheap. You might wonder why the hockey season is starting when it feels like they just

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stopped playing. That’s because the Lightning kept winning through the playoffs. Instead of heading home when the regular season ended in April, they played all the way until the middle of June, when they lost in the Stanley Cup Finals. Fans were

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Thousands of fans come to Fan Fest each year to watch scrimmages and hear interviews with players and executives.

proud of how they played, but they’re also hungry to see another stellar season. So you can expect a good turnout at Fan Fest. The Lightning hasn’t released all the details for the event yet, but we know what to expect based on previous events. It will be held at the team’s home at Amalie Arena, 401 Channelside Drive in Tampa beginning at 11 a.m. Thousands of fans attended last year’s Fan Fest, and it should be the same again this year, if not bigger. We do know that there will be three player scrimmages and two autograph/photo sessions. Fans can also take photos with the Prince of Wales trophy, which is given to the Eastern Conference champions each year.There’s always a Kids’ Zone, with games, face painting, balloon animals and other activities. Throw in a used equipment sale and executive and player interviews, and you have everything a fan could want except an actual game. It’s a great chance to interact with other fans, get an early look at the team in action and prepare for what should be another successful season. As with most professional sports teams,

seeing the Lightning during the season isn’t cheap. Tickets, parking and concessions all add up fast, and that’s if you can even get a ticket in the first place. But Fan Fest is free, parking is discounted (it was $5 last year), and concessions are cheaper, as well. There will be food trucks parked outside, too. If you support the Lightning, it’s a fun way to kick off the new season. And since Fan Fest is free and open to the public, you can show your support whether you’re a season ticket holder or have never been to a game. There is one thing though: You have to have a ticket to get in. To get your ticket, go to Lightning.NHL.com and click on “Lightning Launch Weekend.” You can get tickets for Fan Fest and also find out about the Lightning Live event. That’s on Friday, Sept. 18 outside the arena, and will include live music and giveaways. So enjoy a free weekend of fun, get ready for the regular season and put your wallet on ice. Get it? Ice? Okay. No more jokes. Have fun and Go Bolts!

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PRIVACY RIGHTS PROGRAM

Saint Leo University, 33701 State Road 52 in St. Leo, will observe Constitution Day with an interactive program on privacy rights on Sept. 16 at 6 p.m., in Kirk Hall. Guests can find out if their cellphones are secure, participate in a Constitution Day contest, and hear a debate regarding the right to privacy. Food will be available.Admission and parking are free. For information, contact Heather Parker at (352) 588-7894, or email heather.parker02@saintleo.edu.

LIBRARY SEEKING ‘FRIENDS’

The Friends of the Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, is looking for new members.The group meets the third Wednesday of every month at 2:45 p.m. Meetings will resume the third Wednesday in September.Those interested in joining can fill out an application at the library.The group also is seeking donations of gently used books for the October book sale. Books can be left with any librarian Tuesday through Saturday. For information, call (813) 929-1214.

KNITTING/CROCHETING GROUP

The Threads of Compassion, a ladies knitting and crocheting group, meets at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 15520 North Blvd., in Tampa, on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.The group makes blankets and caps to donate to cancer patients at local hospitals. For information, call Kathy Morse at (813) 9625766, or Pat Martin at (813) 948-3513.

SCAVENGER HUNT

Sydney Has a Sister will host a scavenger hunt Sept. 26 at Gaspar’s Grotto, 1805 E. Seventh Ave., in Tampa. There will be a pre-party with complimentary drinks and appetizers, a scavenger hunt throughout Ybor City, a silent auction, food and after-party. Pre-party registration starts at 4 p.m., followed by the hunt at 5 p.m., and the after-party at 7 p.m. A single entry is $40. Team entries are available, and can range from two to six people. There will be cash prizes for first, second and third place. For information, call (813) 2930406. To register, visit SydneyHasASister.com.

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COASTAL CLEANUP

The annual “Coastal & Waterways Cleanup for Central Pasco” will be Sept. 19 from 8 a.m. to noon, at the SunTrust Bank on State Road 54 in Lutz. There will be door prizes and complimentary lunch provided by Hungry Harry’s Family Bar-B-Que. For information or to sign up, call (727) 861-5141.

LEARN WATERCOLOR

Bob McAnespie, member of the National Watercolor Society and the Florida Watercolor Society, will offer watercolor classes at the Land O’ Lakes Recreation Complex, 3032 Collier Parkway,Thursdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Beginners are invited. The cost is $10 per lesson.There will be a supply list in the lobby. For information, call (813) 388-2766.

TRANSPORTATION FEEDBACK

Go Hillsborough will host these upcoming meetings for citizen feedback and input on specific neighborhood projects: • Sept. 17, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd. • Oct. 5, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave., in Tampa To RSVP, visit GoHillsborough.org.

PANCAKE POW WOW

Rosecastle of Zephyrhills, 37411 Eiland Blvd., in Zephyrhills, hosts a Pancake Pow Wow every third Thursday of the month, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.The pow wow is an educational series on health topics with coffee and a continental breakfast. Admission is free and open to the public. For information and to RSVP, call (8913) 7838100.

CONFERENCE ON INNER HEALING

St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 13312 Cain Road in Tampa, will host a Conference on Inner Healing Sept. 18 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., and Sept. 19 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.The guest speaker will be Sharon Lewis, founder of Amazing Love Healing Ministry, on the topic of “Restoring the Soul.”There will be worship, large group teachings and small group prayer. Lunch will be provided on Saturday.Admission is free, but online registration is required at StMarksTampa.org. For information, email Marcia Allison at m.allison0408@gmail.com.

DRIVE 4 UR COMMUNITY

Jarrett Ford Dade City and Noon Rotary Club will host a test drive fundraising event Sept. 18 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., at Jarrett Ford, 38300 Dick Jarrett Way. Ford Motor Co., will donate $20 per test drive to a local charity. There will be free hot dogs, hamburgers and drinks. For information, call (352) 567-6711.

ROTARY CLUB KICKOFF

The Land O’ Lakes Rotary Club kickoff party will be Sept. 18 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the Lake Padgett Bistro, 4533 Savanah Way in Land O’ Lakes.There will be prizes, raffles, auctions, and food and drinks. For information and to RSVP, call Sandy Graves at (813) 817-3011, or email sgraves253@msn.com.

HISTORICAL SOCIETY PROGRAM

The Pasco County Historical Society will meet Sept. 18 at 7 p.m., at the Pioneer Florida Museum & Village, 15602 Pioneer Museum Road in Dade City.The guest speaker will be Imani D.Asukile on the topic of southern history and college tours.There will be a covered dish dinner before the program. Bring cutlery, disposable plates and a beverage. For information, call Glen Thompson at (352) 567-7449.

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Save the Manatee Club produces outreach material to raise public awareness about boating and manatee safety.The material includes banners, shoreline property signs, weatherproof boat decals and waterway cards that feature protection tips in four languages.The free materials can be obtained by contacting Save the Manatee Club by email at education@savethemanatee.org, by regular mail at 500 N. Maitland Ave., Maitland, Florida, 32751, or by calling toll free (800) 432-5646.

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TASTE OF HONEY AT USF

The Botanical Gardens at the University of South Florida, 12210 USF Pine Drive in Tampa, will host a “Taste of Honey” event Sept. 19 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.There will be more than 100 exotic and unusual honeys from around the world, including honey produced at the USF gardens.There also will be live music, a chance to win a door prize, and honey-inspired food samples.Tickets are $20 each. For information, call (813) 9742329.

All five Gulfside Hospice thrift shops are collecting toiletry items through Sept. 24, for homeless and at-risk veterans. Items needed include toothpaste and toothbrushes, flashlights, batteries, shampoo, soap, deodorant, reading glasses and more. Gallonsize Ziploc bags also are needed to package and distribute supplies.The items will be given out at the One Community Now Stand Down event in October. For information and shop locations, visit GHPPC.org, or call (800) 561-4883.

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Club Mom of Lutz/Land O’ Lakes will host an open house at the Land O’ Lakes Recreation Complex, 3032 Collier Parkway, Sept. 18 from 10 a.m. to noon. Moms can learn about the club, have a snack, make a fall-themed craft with their kids, and enter to win giveaways from local businesses. Club members attend local public events, have play dates at local parks, and have Mom’s Night Out. For information, visit Meetup.com/MomsClub. Spirit People Intertribal Family will host the Back to Odessa Pow Wow Sept. 18, Sept. 19 and Sept. 20, at 2317 Gunn Highway, in Odessa.The cost is $4 per person at the gate. Children younger than 12 are free.A family or carload limit of five people is $8.All veterans and active service members are free with ID.There will be storytelling, drumming, dancing, raffles, 50/50, and educational events. Gates open each day at 10 a.m. Guests should bring a lawn chair or blanket. For vendor information, call (727) 277-4770 or (727) 269-1476. For general information, call (727) 514-4795.

OLD LUTZ SCHOOL WORK DAY

The Old Lutz School, 18819 U.S. 41, will host a work day Sept. 19 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Volunteers are needed for general cleaning, and mulching and planting in the community garden.Teens can earn service hours.A Christmas planning meeting will take place at 11 a.m. For information, call Suzin Carr at (813) 453-5256 or Ben Nevel at (813) 310-8709.

GULFPORT ART WALK

The Gulfport Merchants Association will host a “Gulfport Art Walk” every third Saturday from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., rain or shine, along 3129 S. Beach Blvd., in Gulfport. The next walk is Sept. 19 and will include wood crafts, sculpture, painted glass, homemade candles, shell crafts, clay art, upcycled items, pet products and more. There will be musical entertainment. Admission is free.The event is pet and family friendly.Vendor application information can be found at SIKpromotions.com. For information, call (727) 322-5217.

COMMUNITY IN UNITY FUNDRAISER

The annual Community in Unity Fundraising Event will be Sept. 19 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at New Beginnings Family Church, 18935 Michigan Lane in Spring Hill, off U.S. 41 just north of State Road 52.This is an indoor event with free gift bags for the first 50 guests, vendors, church rummage sale, food trucks, entertainment, raffle prizes, car seat checks, bounce house and the Blood One donation bus. Proceeds will go to the outreach programs at New Beginnings.

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The Kiwanis Club of Brooksville Ridge’s event “Taste of the Fields” will be Sept. 19 from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., at Lakeside Ranch, 19297 Ayers Road in Brooksville. Tickets are $50 for a multi-course plated meal, live music, fellowship and more. For information and tickets, call (352) 442-5132.

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Sunrise of Pasco’s Community Action Team will host its annual “Happy Peace Post Project” on Sept. 19 during the Fresh Market at Wiregrass, at The Shops at Wiregrass, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.The project seeks to engage community members in creating a peaceful Pasco by asking them what they can do to bring peace to the community.Activities include a guest appearance by Lola the Peace Pug. For information, call (352) 5213358.

CHURCH GRAND OPENING

Savanna Church, 30052 State Road 54 in Wesley Chapel, will host a grand opening Sept. 20 at 10 a.m.The church is located inside Brickhouse Cardio at Freedom Plaza, 2 miles east of Walmart. For information, visit SavannaChurch.com.

RECYCLE YOUR TIRES

The Utilities Branch and Keep Pasco Beautiful are teaming up for a BOGO (Bring one, get one) tire event at West Pasco Resource Recovery Facility, 14606 Hays Road in Spring Hill on Sept. 20. From 7 a.m. to 11 a.m., for each tire a resident pays to dispose of, Keep Pasco Beautiful will pay for a second tire, up to 10 tires per vehicle in total. For information, call Charley Ryburn at (727) 484-3059, ext. 6896, or Kristen King at (727) 856-7252.

CONSERVATIVE CLUB MEETING

The Conservative Club of East Pasco will meet Sept. 21 at the Women’s Club of Zephyrhills, 38549 Fifth Ave., in Zephyrhills. The guest speaker will be Mark Warren, senior pastor of Richland Baptist Church. For information, contact Nils Lenz at (813) 7829491 or nilslenz@gmail.com.

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New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd., will host “Minecraft: Swords, Creepers and Blocks” on Sept. 21 at 3:30 p.m. Guests can make a full-size Minecraft sword, design a keychain using beads, and take a picture with a Minecraft backdrop. The event is for sixth- through eighthgraders.Admission is free. For information, call (813) 273-3652, or visit HCPLC.org.

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The Tampa Orchid Club will meet Sept. 22 at 10 a.m., at Northdale Recreation Center, 15550 Spring Pine Drive in Tampa.The guest speaker will be Philip Hamilton of Bredren Orchids on the topic of Phalaenopsis orchids and their hybrids. Doors open at 9:30 a.m.There will be orchids for sale, a bloom table for questions and answers, and a silent auction. For information, call Jim Hawk at (813) 920-4434.

The Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road in Tampa, will host an interactive theatrical performance of “The Three Little Circus Pigs” on Sept. 25 at 7 p.m.Tickets are $7 for center members, $8 for general admission, and $28 for a family four-pack. For information and tickets, call (813) 922-8167, or visit CarrollwoodCenter.org.

COMPOSTING SEMINAR

Morningstar Fishermen, 33336 Old Saint Joe Road in Dade City, will have a compost seminar Sept. 25 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Guests can learn how to compost in bins. Admission is free. For information and to RSVP, call (352) 523-2722.

KIDDUSH LUNCHEON

Congregation Kol Ami, 3919 Moran Road in Tampa, will host a Kiddush luncheon Sept. 26 following its 9:30 a.m. Shabbat services. The luncheon is free, but non-members are asked to RSVP by calling (813) 962-6338.

WELLNESS CENTER OPENING

The New Leaf Chiropractic Wellness Center, 2029 Osprey Lane, Suite B, in Lutz, will host a Grand Opening & Health Fair Sept. 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.There will be a blood drive from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., catered food and drinks, raffles and giveaways, free health screenings, product samples, a presentation on health and nutrition, entertainment, and a fundraiser for Tampa Leadership & Philanthropy for local veterans. For information, call (813) 254-2500.

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Belle of the Ball Project will provide homecoming dresses and accessories to low income girls who need them.The distribution will be on Sept. 26, Oct. 10 and Oct. 24 at its new location, 1210 Holt Ave., in Clearwater.The hours will be 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. No appointment is needed.A donation of $1 to $5 will be accepted, but is not necessary. For information, call (727) 3864502.

ZEPHYRHILLS ARTSY FARMERS MARKET

The Zephyrhills Artsy Farmers Market takes place the fourth Saturday of the month at Zephyr Park, 38116 Fifth Ave., in Zephyrhills, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.Vendors sell produce, plants and flowers, specialty foods, cheeses, bakery items, jellies and jams, honey, nuts, coffee, ethnic foods and more.There also will be local art, and the market is dog friendly.Vendor applications can be found at SimplyEventsFl.com. For vendor and event information, call Erika Blake (727) 674-1464, or email Simplyeventsfl@yahoo.com.

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The best use for a proposed 100-acre Wiregrass Sports Park is an indoor, multi-use complex, according to a study done by Chicago-based Johnson Consulting Co. A few outdoor playing fields should be built, the consultants say, but they conclude that indoor sports such as basketball, volleyball, wrestling, cheerleading and martial arts are the most profitable wave of the future. The study cites other municipalities with success in similar ventures including Gatlinburg, Tennessee; Round Rock, Texas; and Foley, Alabama. Indoor facilities operate year-round, and successful ones typically are unique to their geographic area, the study found. Pasco County commissioners will discuss the study, and the county’s options for developing the parkland, at their Sept. 22 meeting. The land for the park is part of more than 200 acres donated to the county by the Porter family, and is located near The Shops at Wiregrass. Several Pasco County commissioners reported at their Sept. 8 meeting that J.D. Porter has raised questions about the study. There are concerns, they said, about future residential development on Wiregrass Ranch property and the need for open space for new residents. “I think they were counting on this field being available,” said Pasco County Commissioner Ted Schrader. J.D. Porter could not be reached for comment. “I don’t think they (the Porter family) feel like they are in the loop,” said Pasco County Commissioner Mike Moore. “I think people are really anxious to see what’s going to happen.” Pasco County Administrator Michele Baker said the study, as well as details on the history of the parkland, is part of the up-

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All work can either be submitted in person or via mail. For complete rules and information, call (727) 834-4868, or send an email to MedicalCenterTrinity@hcahealthcare.com.

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Rasmussen College recently launched a Future Nurses of Florida scholarship in an effort to help address the shortage of nurses across the nation. The scholarship is immediately available for new students enrolling in the Practical Nursing Diploma program at Rasmussen College. To receive the full award, students must enroll full-time at the Land O’ Lakes/East Pasco,Tampa/Brandon, Ocala or Fort Myers campus. To learn more about the scholarship, visit Rasmussen.edu and click on the Tuition link for scholarship opportunities.

The Autism Foundation of Tampa Bay will Pasco-Hernando State College will host host its annual Autism Conference on Sept. these upcoming College Nights for prospec- 26 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at Shriners tive students in the Pasco County area. Hospital for Children Tampa, 12502 USF Pine • Sept. 16 at the New Port Richey Drive in Tampa. The theme is campus, 10230 Ridge Road, from 6 p.m. to “Empowerment Through Education.” 8 p.m. Guest speakers will cover current trends • Sept. 17 at Nature Coast Technical High in autism, including treatment, education, School in Brooksville, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. transition, guardianship, special needs trust Representatives from the state college, and more. and other public colleges, private colleges, Foundation members are free. The cost universities, educational institutions and the for non-members is $25. military, will participate. For information and to RSVP, email Admission is free. For information, call info@autismfoundationoftampabay.org. (855) 669-7472.

ESSAY CONTEST

Pasco County Clerk & Comptroller Paula O’ Neil’s office is seeking entries for its annual Constitutional Essay Contest. All Pasco County fifth-graders are eligible. Students may be enrolled in a public or private school. Homeschoolers also are invited to participate. Each essay should be no longer than 300 words, responding to the question “Why is the United State Constitution important?” Submissions will be judged on the understanding of the issue, clarity, presentation, grammar and spelling. Submissions must include the writer’s name, age, grade, school, school address, contact telephone, and parent email address.The winner will be notified by telephone. Each essay should be the sole product of

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Glenda Barr Lopez of Land O’ Lakes was accepted into the Eastern Music Festival summer study program at Guilford College in Greensboro, North Carolina, a five-week competitive high school and college training program in orchestral, piano, conducting, guitar and choral performance. Lopez was selected out of more than 550 applicants to receive one out of 181 positions in the EMF Young Artists Orchestras. The program allows students to study under the guidance of private teachers and internationally recognized conductors Gerard Schwarz, Grant Cooper and Eric Garcia. For information about the Young Artists Orchestras, you can visit EasternMusicFestival.org/study/orchestra.

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Starting the school year on a positive note Pasco High School, 36850 State Road 52 in Dade City, opened its doors the first day of the school year with positivity. The school club TAD, together with members of the Student Council, wrote positive messages all over campus to greet students. Sticky notes of positivity and welcome were placed on nearly every locker in the school.

YOUTH ART CONTEST

The Medical Center of Trinity is hosting its annual “Expression of Thanks” youth art contest for students in kindergarten through 12th grade.The contest runs through Sept. 30. Students are invited to celebrate the service of all U.S. military veterans through artwork, poetry or an essay. Each participant will receive a certificate of recognition. First place winners in each grade level will receive a $25 gift card. The grand prize winner will get a choice of either a bicycle or an iPod Nano.

MANUFACTURING DAY OCT. 2

Join CareerSource Pasco Hernando and Pasco-Hernando State College for National Manufacturing Day on Oct. 2 by touring local manufacturers. For tour locations and times being offered, call CareerSource at (352) 200-3020, or contact PHSC at (727) 816-3227 or burnham@phsc.edu.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE CLASS

Tampa Bay Presbyterian Church, 19911 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., in Tampa, will host an English as a Second Language (ESL) class on Tuesday mornings from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The class uses several ESL and Bible study resources.The only fee is $40 for books. Participants can practice conversational English in a fun and relaxed environment. For information, call Heather Tomasello at (813) 753-8567.

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The Medical Center of Trinity, 9330 State Road 54, will host a Chatterboxes support group for individuals with communication deficits on Sept. 17 at 3 p.m. The group aims to assist individuals suffering from communication deficits as a result of a cerebral vascular accident or other neurological disorder. Caregivers and spouses are encouraged to attend. For information, call (727) 834-4445.

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Florida Cancer Affiliates will offer a Manto-Man prostate cancer support group Sept. 17 at 5 p.m., at its Trinity center, 3611 Little Road. Topics of discussion will include the importance of early detection, signs and symptoms, prognosis, disease stages, incontinence, impotence, treatment options and the latest research. Refreshments will be served. Reservations are required. For information, call (727) 808-4818. Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point and CARES Health & Wellness will host a fall prevention and tai chi expo called “Moving for Better Balance” on Sept. 19 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., at the Rao Musunuru MD Conference Center, 14100 Yosemite Drive in Hudson.

Oasis Pregnancy Care Centers will host its annual “Legacy of Life Celebration” on Oct. 1 at Spartan Manor, 6121 Massachusetts Ave., in New Port Richey. Doors open at 6 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m., and a program at 7:15 p.m. The guest speaker is Mike G. Williams, comedian, speaker and writer.Williams will talk about his personal adoption story, and the rescue and adoption of his son. Individual tickets are $50, or two for $75. Sponsorships are available. For information, call (813) 4064965, or visit HeartsForOasis.org.

The tai chi class is designed to help seniors who have balance and/or mobility concerns. There also will be free blood pressure screenings and health resource information. Admission is free.A complimentary breakfast will be served. For information and reservations, call (727) 869-5498.

FAMILY HEALTH HISTORY SEMINAR

The Health & Wellness Center at Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel, 2700 Healing Way, will offer a seminar called “The Skeletons in Your Closet” on Sept. 22 at noon. Dr. Belinda Gavino will discuss the simple questions you can ask your family members to determine your risks for certain diseases or conditions. A free lunch will be provided. Reservations are required. For information, call (813) 929-5432.

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The New Leaf Chiropractic Wellness Center, 2029 Osprey Lane, Suite B, in Lutz, will host a Grand Opening & Health Fair Sept. 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be a blood drive from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., catered food and drinks, raffles and giveaways, free health screenings, product samples, a presentation on health and nutrition, entertainment, and a fundraiser for Tampa Leadership & Philanthropy for local veterans. For information, call (813) 254-2500.

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FLIGHT, from page 1A But festivalgoers began showing up four hours before the event on Friday afternoon and volunteers had not arrived to direct parking. To make matters worse, some people disregarded directions by volunteers and parked in areas and wound up blocking off areas that were intended for additional parking, Warren said. Some Facebook posts recommended that a remote parking arrangement be made with shuttles to ferry people to the festival for a fee. Warren said that was done, with five shuttle buses and three golf carts giving people rides from the adjacent Compark 75 parking area to the venue. She said the Pasco County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office came to help with parking and officers were hired to help for the rest of the event. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We knew the popularity had grown,â&#x20AC;? Warren said. But she said, organizers did not expect so many people to show up at the same time. Despite the criticism, there were some positive Facebook posts, particularly about the beauty of the balloon glow. Warren did not see the balloon glow. â&#x20AC;&#x153; I was directing traffic,â&#x20AC;? she said.

Tom Huntington of Warbirds America gives passenger, Adam Silva of Tampa, a post flight briefing after experiencing his first AT-6 trainer flight.

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The Wesley Chapel Wildcats didn’t win any varsity games in 2013. They won just two last season and they’ve started this year with a couple of losses. But Tico Hernandez, the team’s head coach, said you’re missing the point if you judge the team based only on its record. “We talk about ‘building men for others.’ That’s our slogan. These guys are going to be husbands and daddys and teachers and journalists and preachers in the community,” Hernandez said. “Here’s a great opportunity for us to instill our values on what we think a young man should be like in our society.” The coach is taking advantage of that opportunity by emphasizing the acronym R.A.I.S.E. (respect, accountability, integrity, self control and excellence) in what players do on and off the field. That means focusing on class work, exhibiting mature behavior and being of service to others. To that end, a number of his players will be going to elementary schools around Wesley Chapel to mentor and read. And Hernandez said his door is always open if parents want to talk to him about issues with any of his athletes off the field. Hernandez is looking for progress on the field, too. Even though the win column has been less active than he’d like, there are still enough positives to keep the coach optimistic. A 14-7 loss to Land O’ Lakes High School during the opening week of the season was disappointing, but also a sign of progress since it was so close, Hernandez said. They didn’t win, but the fact that the

(all games at 7:30 p.m.) Sept. 18 at Ridgewood Sept. 25 vs. Gulf Oct. 2 vs. Fivay Oct. 9 at Hudson Oct. 16 at Anclote Oct. 23 vs. Zephyrhills Oct. 30 vs. River Ridge

Wesley Chapel head coach Tico Hernandez isn’t just trying to build a successful football program. He’s trying to build character in his players.

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Junior quarterback Jacob Thomas is happy to be playing on the field for the Wildcats after sitting out a season due to athletic transfer policies.

Wildcats had a chance to tie or take the lead with a minute left in the game against a highly respected opponent demonstrates that they’re getting closer to where they want to be. The coach also is happy with the team’s future prospects. Junior Jacob Thomas had to sit out a year after transferring from Land O’ Lakes, but now the quarterback is ready to lead the team. And Hernandez thinks he has what it takes to keep playing after he graduates. “With his ability and what he does in the classroom, he’s going have a chance to play on Saturdays, and we’re trying to help him get to that level,” Hernandez said.

As a quarterback, Thomas would love to be airing it out and taking off for extra yards and making highlight reels every drive. But he’s smart enough to know that winning football games isn’t about being flashy, but working within the team’s abilities and taking advantage of opportunities when they arise on the field. “It’s really just adjusting to what the defense is giving us,” Thomas said. “If they’re giving us the short routes, then we take them. If they’re giving us the deep routes, then we take that. If they’re giving us the run game, then we take the run game.” Now that he’s finally playing for the Wildcats, the 6-foot-4, 183-pound quarter-

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SEPT. 4 FOOTBALL Sunlake 44, Zephyrhills 41 River Ridge 19, Land O' Lakes 7 Pasco 48, Gulf 6 Steinbrenner 31, Blake 0 Wiregrass Ranch 46, Wesley Chapel 3 Wharton 30, Robinson 18

SUNLAKE TOPS ZEPHYRHILLS IN EARLY-SEASON CLASH

Two playoff teams from last year faced off on Sept. 4, and the game lived up to the hype. In the end, the Sunlake Seahawks edged past the Zephyrhills Bulldogs, 44-41. While Zephyrhills might be disappointed to come up short in a high-scoring affair, both teams have reasons to feel good about their season and their future. The Bulldogs’ junior running back, Antwione Sims, scored four touchdowns in the contest with around 300 yards on the ground, while junior Justin Hall paced the Seahawks with nearly 250 passing yards and three touchdown passes. Sunlake not only got the best of the Bulldogs to earn the win this year, they avenged a 22-7 loss to Zephyrhills last season. Since that game, Zephyrhills had a bye last weekend and currently sits at 1-1. Sunlake went on to defeat Wiregrass Ranch 31-7 on Sept. 11 to moves to 3-0.

YMCA TURKEY TROT NOV. 26

The New Tampa Family YMCA will hold its third annual Wiregrass Wobble Turkey Trot on Nov. 26 at The Shops at Wiregrass, 28211 Paseo Drive in Wesley Chapel. The event begins at 7:30 a.m. with a timed 5K around the location. A one-mile run/walk around the mall will begin at 8:15 a.m. Runners will receive a gift and a shirt. There will also be prizes for the top finishers, music and refreshments until 10 a.m. The cost is $20 for the 5K, if registered by Sept. 30 and $20 for the one-mile event. For information and to register, visit WiregrassWobbleTurkeyTrot.com or call Brian Brink at (813) 428-6945.

DIABETES 5K RUN/WALK OCT. 25

Florida Hospital Zephyrhills, 7050 Gall Blvd., will host a 5K run/walk on Oct. 25. The event is designed to raise awareness about diabetes and about the hospital’s efforts to help patients manage it. Registration begins at the hospital’s campus at 7 a.m., with the 5K scheduled to begin at 8 a.m. The cost is $30 per person. To register, visit RunForZephyrhills.org. For information about the hospital’s diabetes education program, call (813) 715-6683.

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back will also be a leader on the field. Watching his team lose close games last year and not being able to help was tough, he said. Long practices and grueling drills are a challenge, but Thomas wouldn’t have it any other way. “I love coming out here every single day after school. We practice for three hours a day. It’s fun,” Thomas said. “It’s part of the football life.” The football life is enjoyable for Hernandez as well. He has a young team — out of 75 players in the program, they’ll only lose about nine players to graduation after the season — and they’re buying into his system. The coach works hard and the players work hard, and everyone believes that the results will be seen on the scoreboard in due time. Until then, they’ll stay focused on and off the field, and enjoy the process of getting better week-by-week. “I love these guys. I love this school, and the community,” Hernandez said. “I’m lucky every day to be here.”

SEPT. 8 VOLLEYBALL Sunlake 3, Springstead 0 Wesley Chapel 3, Wiregrass Ranch 0 Mitchell 3, Land O' Lakes 0 Fivay 3, Zephyrhills 0

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At left, Logan Miller was a NJCAA All-American for PHSC and led the team in kills on the volleyball court. At right, Melina Staengle earned NJCAA Defensive Player of the Week last season and logged more than 300 kills.

Two Lady Quistas now playing Division I As Pasco-Hernando State College goes through another volleyball season, two of their better players are still recording kills on the court. They’re just doing it for a different team. Logan Miller and Melina Staengle have both graduated from PHSC and are now suiting up for Chicago State University in

Illinois, a Division I NCAA program. Miller, a National Junior College Athletic Association All-American, was team captain and led the Conquistadors with more than 500 kills last season. Staengle had more than 300 kills of her own and earned NJCAA Defensive Player of the Week honors last season.

room and field instruction, as well as weight room training. 7 Tool wants to start a 10U travel ball program this year, with an additional program each successive year. It currently has training sessions by appointment at Wesley Chapel District Park, 7727 Boyette Road, and at the Land O’ Lakes Recreation Complex, 3032 Collier Parkway. For information, call 813-693-1830, or visit 7ToolBaseball.com.

tournament on Oct. 5 at the Lake Jovita Golf & Country Club, 12900 Lake Jovita Blvd., in Dade City. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m., with a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. The cost is $125 per golfer, or $500 for a foursome. Golf, cart, lunch, contests, prizes and drawings are included. Sponsorships also are available. For information, contact Jarrod Scharber at (352) 567-4690 or jarrod@wallerandscharber.com.

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The Knights of Columbus, Council 8104, will host its Autumn Golf Classic on Sept. 27 at the Bay Palms Golf Complex at MacDill Air Force Base, 1803 Golf Course Ave., in Tampa. The event benefits Knights of Columbus charities. Registration begins at 11:30 a.m., with a shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. The cost is $75 per person. For information, contact Mike Ford at (813) 909-9271, or visit KnightsLOL.org.

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Sydney Has A Sister, a charity that raises scholarship money for students who have a sibling with autism, will have its second annual golf tournament on Oct. 17 at Northdale Golf & Tennis Club, 4417 Northdale Blvd., in Tampa. The four-man scramble begins with check-in at noon and a shotgun start at 1 p.m. The cost is $85 per player, and includes a goodie bag, contests, prizes and a free round of golf at the club. Sponsorships are available. For information, visit SydneyHasASister.com.

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SEPT. 9 VOLLEYBALL Sunlake 3, Wesley Chapel 0 Steinbrenner 3, Sickles 0 Wharton 3, Wiregrass Ranch 0 SEPT. 10 VOLLEYBALL Gulf 3, Land O' Lakes 2 River Ridge 3, Pasco 1 Freedom 3, Leto, 0 SEPT. 11 FOOTBALL Sunlake 31, Wiregrass Ranch 7 Land O' Lakes 25, Anclote 0 Pasco 54, Wesley Chapel 0 Steinbrenner 21, Chamberlain 10 Alonso 14, Freedom 0 Wharton 16, Tampa Bay Tech 14 VOLLEYBALL Deland 2, Pasco 0 (Tournament) SEPT. 16 VOLLEYBALL Steinbrenner at Gaither, 7:30 p.m. Wiregrass Ranch at Leto, 7:30 p.m. Sickles at Freedom, 7:30 p.m. Wharton at Plant, 7:30 p.m. SEPT. 17 VOLLEYBALL Mitchell at Wiregrass Ranch, 7:30 p.m. Land O' Lakes at Wesley Chapel, 7:30 p.m. River Ridge at Zephyrhills, 7:30 p.m. Ridgewood at Pasco, 7 p.m. SEPT. 18 FOOTBALL Land O' Lakes at Sunlake, 7:30 p.m. Zephyrhills at Gulf, 7:30 p.m. Pasco at North Marion, 7:30 p.m. Riverview at Steinbrenner, 7:30 p.m. Wiregrass Ranch at Sickles, 7:30 p.m. Wesley Chapel at Ridgewood, 7:30 p.m. Freedom at Spoto, 7:30 p.m. Gaither at Wharton, 7:30 p.m. SEPT. 21 VOLLEYBALL Gulf at Wiregrass Ranch, 7:30 p.m. Freedom at Tampa Prep, 6 p.m. SEPT. 22 VOLLEYBALL Land O' Lakes at Sunlake, 6 p.m. Wiregrass Ranch at Fivay, 7:30 p.m. Wesley Chapel at Academy at the Lakes, 7 p.m. Brooks Debartolo Collegiate at Pasco, 7 p.m.

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Sal DiMartino,92, was a medic during World War II and is a current member of the Marine Corp League’s Sgt. Maj. Michael Curtin Detachment 1124.

Meagan Sammons of Zephyrhills and her son, Heath Sammons,11, a Boys Scout with Troop 2 watched the American flag billowing in the wind as it flew at half-staff to honor those who died on 9/11.

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Solemn service marks 9/11 By Kathy Steele

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ept. 11, 2001 is a day people remember for the ordinary details of life — and then the shattering horror of two hijacked planes flying into the World Trade Center in New York. Hijacked planes also struck the Pentagon building, and crashed into a field in Shanksville, Pennsylvania. Those acts of terror cost 2,606 people their lives in the Twin Towers. Another 246 died in the four planes, including 19 terrorists.And 125 people died at the Pentagon. On the 14th anniversary of 9/11, communities across the nation held thousands of memorial services to honor the victims who died — including first responders, who risked and lost their lives to save others. About 50 people gathered at Zephyr Park in Zephyrhills for a solemn ceremony — “We Remember: 9/11 Memorial Service.” The Marine Corps League, Sgt. Maj. Michael Curtin, Detachment 1124 sponsored the event. Curtin was a first responder with the New York City Police Department who died while saving lives at the World Trade Center. “An attack of this magnitude, it calls for heroes, doesn’t it?” said Zephyrhills Mayor Gene Whitfield. “It calls for people to step up and go in where no else wants to go. These folks that went in these towers were heroes.” Whitfield recalled that 9/11 was not Curtin’s first encounter with terrorism. In 1993, Curtin was with the NYPD’s first response team at the first World Trade Center bombing. Two years later, Curtin went with a team of New York police officers to Oklahoma

after Timothy McVeigh’s bomb exploded at the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building. “His history of service has said it all,” Whitfield said. After a moment of silence, an honor guard fired a 21-gun salute, and 82-year-old Jerry Morel blew taps on the bugle. Everyone can recall memories of a day that began with the steady thrum of normalcy. Zephyrhills’ resident Meaghan Sammons drove to a local home improvement store to buy roof nails requested by her job supervisor. When she got back, everyone was gathered around a television. Her first thoughts were of her father who drove a delivery truck near the World Trade Center. “I tried to call him and I couldn’t get him,” she said. “You are numb. It didn’t hit right away, until you saw the second building coming down VFW Post 8154 Honor Guard bugler Jerry Morel, 82, sounds taps during Zephyrhills’ ‘We Remember: and the aftermath.” She finally reached her father 9/11 Memorial Service.’ who had left the area before the attack. he stood on a mound of rubble at the Twin he said. “That was when you were dedicated Sammons brought her 11-year-old son Towers, he said. to your fellow man.” Heath to the memorial service. He wore his “Let’s remember that in the midst of all Rod Rehrig Sr., recalls being at work at Boy Scout uniform. this, we all united. That’s what’s best about his real estate office when he saw the She wanted to honor the day and share in the American spirit,” Burgess said. “We saw events unfold, also on television. a moment of unity. And she said, “If history is so much love and compassion…It shouldn’t “It was really sad,” said Rehrig, who is the not taught to younger generations, it will re- take such tragedy to pull us together as a commandant for Detachment #1124 of the peat itself. I hope this never repeats itself.” country.” Marine Corps League. “All those lives wastState Rep. Danny Burgess was in the 10th World War II veteran Sal DiMartino, 92, ed.” grade on 9/11. served in the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Marines. But the memorial service can offer sol“This is very real. This is very raw,” he He got a call from his daughter in California ace, he said. said. on 9/11, telling him to turn on his televi“I think we have a little more peace of But the day after, Sept. 12, also should be sion. mind. We’re doing something out of respect remembered, especially the moment when People need to bring back the spirit that for those who died. It strengthens people,” President George W. Bush called for unity as brought the nation together in World War II, Rehrig said.

Veteran Bill Hansberger of American Legion Post 118, left, wipes his eyes at the memorial service at Zephyr Park honoring the victims of 9/11. Next to him are fellow post members, George Hansen, Keith Holz and Gil Shepard, far right, of the Marine Corp League’s Sgt. Maj. Michael S. Curtin Detachment 1124.

United States Navy veteran Dwight Sewell of Zephyrhills bows his head during a prayer for those who perished in the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center. Standing right, is Frances O’Kane of Dade City.

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Pasco Animal Services Tail Wagon will make these upcoming adoption stops: • Sept. 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Tractor Supply, 8447 State Road 54, New Port Richey • Sept. 25 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., at PetSmart, 6001 Wesley Grove Blvd., Wesley Chapel For information, call Pasco Animal Services at (813) 929-1212.

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The GFWC Lutz-Land O’Lakes Woman’s Club is sponsoring Bow Wow Bingo at the Land O’ Lakes Winery, 3901 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., Sept. 24 from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. The proceeds will help purchase a puppy to be enrolled in Canine Companions for Independence for training as an assistance/companion helpmate. Admission is $10. There will be bingo, prizes and opportunity baskets. Light finger foods will be provided. Wine and beverages will be available for purchase. For information, call (813) 240-9321.

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The Gulfside Center for Hospice Care, 5760 Dean Dairy Road in Zephyrhills, will offer pet loss support groups, from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., on Sept. 24 and Oct. 29. The new group is being offered in conjunction with Gulfside’s Pet Peace of Mind program, which keeps pets and people together during hospice care. For information about the pet loss group, call Shelley Schneider at (727) 484-7995.

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St. Clement’s Episcopal Church, 706 W. 113th Ave., in Tampa, will host its annual Blessing of the Animals Celebration on Oct. 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.The animal service will be at noon. The celebration is like a small country fair with horseback rides, animal rescue groups, pet snapshots, face painting, games and prizes, vendors, plant sale, author signings, youth booth, arts and crafts, and food.Vendor spaces are available for $25. Vendor applications are available at StClement.net, by calling (813) 932-6204, or by emailing stclement@verizon.net. For information, call Kit Ingalls at (352) 588-5020.

Still full of pep Frank is a lab/shepherd mix, and is a very endearing older gentleman. Frank’s exact age is unknown, but don’t let the gray around his muzzle fool you. He has quite a bit of pep in his step and can still play a pretty impressive game of fetch. Come meet this big guy.

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Bank of America hosted a ribbon cutting on Sept. 2 for a new branch office at 28580 State Road 54 in Wesley Chapel. The branch opened on Aug. 3. Bank representatives presented a $500 check to Arts in Motion, a nonprofit community youth theater and arts education organization.

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Ashton Woods and David Weekley had groundbreakings for model homes at the master-planned community of Asturia.

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David Weekley will feature homes from the builder’s Cottage, Garden, Lake Manor and Park Series. The first model home is scheduled for completion by November, with construction on the remaining three model homes slated to begin this fall. A community center in Asturia also is under construction and will open in 2016. The mixed-use, master-planned community will feature parks, trails, playgrounds, picnic areas, a fitness center and a resort-style swimming pool. Hines currently is marketing the community to developers, retailers and others for shops, offices and multifamily sites. For information, please visit AsturiaFlorida.com, AshtonWoods.com, DavidWeekleyHomes.com, or Hines.com.

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