The Laker-Wesley Chapel/New Tampa-October 7, 2020

The LAKER

ee r F

WESLEY CHAPEL/NEW TAMPA EDITION

LAKERLUTZNEWS.COM

Auto Accident?

Slip and Fall?

FREE CONSULTATION

Pasco Extension gets a new home

By B.C. Manion bcmanion@lakerlutznews.com

Pasco County Extension is operating out of a new building at the Pasco County Fairgrounds.

The organization, which operates under a partnership between the University of Florida/Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences and Pasco County, also has adapted its programming to provide services during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dr.Whitney Elmore, director of UF/IFAS Pasco County Extension, recently provided a

No Fees Or Costs Unless You Win HOLLIDAY KARATINOS LAW FIRM, P.L.

O C TO B E R 7 , 2 0 2 0

tour of the new office to a reporter from The Laker/Lutz News.

The 6,400-square-foot facility is a massive upgrade from the Extension’s old office. It features a large, open classroom area — with the potential of adding a sliding wall, to convert the space into two rooms. It also has a small kitchenette and several offices.

“It’s a fantastic new opportunity, not only for the team, but for the citizens — to be able to come here and enjoy it — a very functional space,” Elmore said.

The new office, which opened in June, was about five years in the making.

It was constructed through a $1.1-million state grant combined with $244,000 in funding from Pasco County and $197,000 from the Pasco County Fair Association.The fair association applied for the state grant, which required local matching funds.

“Now, we have this nice, new facility that really meets our needs, and again, is an excellent educational facility,” Elmore said.

Though the doors are open, people aren’t streaming in yet — as Extension takes precautions to prevent the spread of See EXTENSION, page 11A

HelpingInjuredPeople.com Call Attorney

JIM HOLLIDAY 813-868-1887 “I Will Aggressively Fight To Protect Your Legal Rights” 18920 N. Dale Mabry Hwy Ste 101 Lutz, FL (Corner of Sunlake & Dale Mabry)

Walk-Ins Welcome

COURTESY OF LEXINGTON OAKS

Lexington Oaks Golf Club, in Wesley Chapel

Getting into the swing of things

ESSENTIAL BUSINESS WE’RE OPEN following COVID-19 precautions

FREE

AC DISINFECTION & FOGGING

LK/LZ

COVID-19

Air Conditioning • Plumbing • Electrical

COURTESY OF SADDLEBROOK RESORT & SPA

Saddlebrook Golf Club, in Wesley Chapel

Golfers within The Laker/Lutz News coverage area have plenty of choices for golf courses, stretching from Lutz to Zephyrhills. Some have rolling hills. Some are more challenging than others. Some offer plentiful wildlife sightings. To learn about the individual courses, please turn to Sports, on page 12A.

With $39.95 Tune-up, $190 value Must present coupon. Cannot be combined.

Pasco County plans to hire two lobbyists

FREE SERVICE CALL

LK/LZ

One per visit. Exp. 10/31/20. While supplies last.

With Repair M-F 8AM-8PM Must present coupon. Cannot be combined.

One per visit. Exp. 10/31/20.

2012-2019

CAC1816647 CFC1428982 EC0001103

Same-Day Service Free 2nd Opinion* Free Estimates** 24/7 Emergency **Free estimates for new A/C, water heater, water treatment, whole home generators, whole home repipe and electrical panel upgrade. *Free second opinion with written diagnosis from another company.

By B.C. Manion bcmanion@lakerlutznews.com

CORNERSTONEPROS.COM

Peckham, a graduate of Kent State University, worked minor-league hockey in Rochester, New York, then with the NHL’s Hartford Whalers before joining the Lightning in 1995-1996. Peckham and his family — wife Vickie and their two sons — settled into Calusa Trace in 1996 and have lived on a lake at Wellington Manor for the past 13 years.

Lutz feels like home.

“When we got to the Tampa Bay area, everything seemed to be growing out in this direction,’’ Peckham said.“It seemed like a convenient place to be, and it turned out to be a great decision. Everything about it suggested a great family area — kids playing in the neighborhood and riding their bikes to school — and we have loved being here.

“There has been growth, maybe too much growth in the minds of some people, but it has brought a lot of conveniences. I’m so glad we chose this area because we have made a lot of memories and now I’m looking forward to what’s to come.’’

Peckham might still be involved with some special events with the Lightning and he could play a role with the franchise’s alumni player group. For the most part, though, he’s looking forward to picking up even more rounds of golf, his beloved pastime, and maybe discovering some new hobbies.

Either way, he’s ready for a change of pace.

“When you start in minor-league hockey, you’re doing broadcasting, sales, public relations, working about 80 hours a week in season, but it’s a wonderful learning experience,’’ Peckham said.“In the NHL, there’s the constant travel. I’ve ridden a lot of buses and planes.

The Pasco County Commission has directed County Administrator Dan Biles to take steps necessary to prepare to hire two lobbyists to represent the county’s interests.

One lobbyist would pursue federal dollars, while the other would focus on funding opportunities at the state level.

Commissioner Kathryn Starkey raised the issue at the board’s Sept. 21 meeting.

She had mentioned the need for it in the past and brought it back again.

“Frankly, I think we’re shooting ourselves in the foot by not having an outside lobbyist,” Starkey said. “I’ve talked to commissioners in other counties and we might be the only county this size, I think we would be the only county this size, that doesn’t have at least one outside lobbyist.

The other ones have multiple.”

She said it’s especially important “at a time when money is going to be even tighter in Tallahassee,” and added,“we need to be looking out for the best interest of our citizens.”

Hiring a lobbyist, she said, “is going to bring back dividends to the county.”

She thinks the county can do better than it did last year, in terms of obtaining state funding for local projects.

“I think Ralph (Lair, the county’s lobbyist) does a great job, but there is a difference between an internal lobbyist and an external lobbyist, and we are better served, if we have both,” Starkey said.

Commissioner Jack Mariano agreed. He thinks the county is in a good position to attract funding for projects in the coming year, but said the county needs to have a strong advocate in Tallahassee.

He recommended bringing Shawn Foster, from Sunrise Consulting Group, back to represent the county.

“I think we should bring him back on. If he only gets one thing for us, we’re way ahead of the game,” Mariano said.

It’s important to have someone working on the county’s behalf up in Tallahassee.

“You’ve got to be up there.You’ve got to be in their face.You’ve got to be pushing to get these things through,” Mariano said.

Commissioner Mike Wells agreed.“The school board has their internal person and their external person.They work great together as a team. And, in the past, Shawn (Foster) has worked great for us as a team.”

See BROADCAST, page 11A

See LOBBYISTS, page 11A

813-990-0561 COURTESY OF FOX SPORTS SUN

Rick Peckham, left, and his Lightning broadcast partner, Brian Engblom.

Reflecting on a storied broadcast career with the Tampa Bay Lightning

By Joey Johnston Special to The Laker/Lutz News

KNOW YOUR HISTORY INSIDE, PAGE 1B

B

He’s the enduring voice you think about when watching the Tampa Bay Lightning on television. He’s the unflappable personality who always knows the right words, when to be serious, when to be dramatic, when to explain the situation and when to add a dash of humor.

Now, it’s time to put down the microphone, slow down a bit, count his blessings after 42 years in broadcasting and enjoy his life in Lutz.

It was Rick Peckham’s plan all along to call it quits after this past season with the Lightning, where he served as the television play-by-play announcer for 25 seasons.

Who knew he would have this kind of exit?

The National Hockey League season was halted in March by COVID-19, then resumed in August at the Canadian virus-bubble cities of Toronto and Edmonton. Peckham’s last official call — Brayden Point’s overtime game-winner at the clinching Game 5 against Columbus in the Eastern Conference first-round series — was working off a video screen from an Amalie Arena studio.

When NBC’s national team picked up the remainder of playoff coverage and the Lightning clinched the franchise’s second Stanley Cup championship, Peckham was exchanging high-fives with his postgameshow broadcast partners at Amalie, then on the air to provide perspective. And, when Lightning players returned to Tampa for the championship celebration, it was Peckham who emceed the proceedings at Raymond James Stadium.

“All of it was truly amazing and I consider myself so fortunate to have been a part of it all,’’ said Peckham, 65.

George g , 65 dance mo oves

Yo Y ou’re more than your age e. Yo You’re a whole e person with so much more to see and do. That’s why Cigna Medicare e Advantage pllans make it easier and more affordable e to be at your best. Get all the coverage of Original Medicare plus added benefits such as: • $0 monthly premium • $0 primary care physician visits • $0 specialist visits • $0 medical and $0 pharmacy deductibles • Dental services with a $2000 allowance, go to the licensed dentist of your choice* • Fitness program, hearing and vision services

Get your free Medicare Advantage Guide today y..

There’s no obligation. Visit GetCignaMedicare.com or call 1-855-263-0989 (TTY 711).

All Cigna products and ser vices are provided exclusively by or through operating subsidiaries of Cigna Corporation. The Cigna name, logos, and other Cigna markks are owned by Cigna Intellectual Proper ty, Inc. Cigna complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability or sex. Cigna cumple con las leyes federales de derechos civiles aplicables y no dicrimina por motivos de raza, color, nacionalidad, edad, discapacidad o sexo. *Y Yoou can use any liceensed dental provider who is eligible g under Medicare. English g : AT ATTENTION: If you speak Engglish, language g g assistance ser vices, free of charge g , are available to yyou. Call 1- 888 -284- 0268 (TT Y 711). Spanish: ATENCIÓN: Si habla español, tiene a su disposición ser vicios gratuitos de asistencia lingüística. Llame al 1- 888 -284- 0268 (TT Y 711). Chinese: 注意：如果您使用繁體中文，您可 AT 以免費獲得語言援助服務。請致電 1- 888 -284- 0268 (TT Y 711). Yo You must reside in the plan ser vice area. Cigna is contracted with Medicare for PDP plans, HMO and PPO plans in select states, and with select State Medicaid programs. Enrollment in Cigna depends on contract renewal. Free guide without the obligation to enroll. © 2020 Cigna 950897 Y0036_ 21_ 87072_ M

2A

October 7, 2020

www.LakerLutzNews.com

Chambers in East Pasco considering merger

By B.C. Manion bcmanion@lakerlutznews.com

Chambers of commerce representing the business communities in Zephyrhills and Dade City are beginning to explore the possibility of merging into a single chamber.

The boards for the Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Dade City Chamber of Commerce have approved the formation of a task force to look into the logistics and possible benefits of merging the two organizations.

Melonie Monson, the CEO of the Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce, and John Moors, executive director of the Greater Dade City Chamber of Commerce, recently told The Laker/Lutz News that it is unclear how long it will be before a merger, if one occurs, will happen.

“All we’re looking at is the opportunity to be able to put options on the table,” Moors said.

The idea of a merger is not new.

He explained why combining forces is being considered. “(The) No. 1 reason is that we feel that a larger chamber — in my perspective, in any case — would better represent businesses in the eastern Pasco area,” Moors said.

“With the influx of residential, we know that commercial is following that, that this area continues to grow and spread, as we’ve seen in Wesley Chapel.We’re not suggesting that’s a great thing.We’re not suggesting it’s not,” he said.

However, Moors added: “We would be better prepared as a chamber, to service our business members, if we were somewhat prepared for that growth.”

Monson noted: “We’ve seen successful mergers of other chambers in Pasco County and the strength that that can bring in numbers. So, we felt that this was the opportune time, to look at this more closely right now.”

She also noted that impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic have affected the timing of the discussion.

“With all that everyone is going through, due to the pandemic, we felt that it was time to revisit it,” Monson said.

The task force will be made up of people from both communities, representing businesses and larger organizations.

The task force will look at such things as: “What are the benefits of this? Will it strengthen each community? Will it strengthen each chamber? Will it expand advocacy?” Monson said.

The task force also will consider potential obstacles, as well as how to preserve the identities of each community, if a merger occurs, she added.

It also will explore:“Is this something we need to do?” she added.

Zephyrhills is among the largest municipalities in the county, if not the largest municipality, and Dade City is the county seat, Monson said.

Does it make sense to join forces to come together with one voice for advocacy and economic development, she asked.

Once the task force completes its due diligence, it will bring a recommendation to the boards.

Input from members will be sought, too, she said.

Moors said he has no speculation of the future structure of the chamber because that would come out of the task force.

“There’s really nothing for sure.All we’re really doing is forming a task force and looking at the combination, and at what best practices there might be, in a joint chamber,” he said.

One question that will be asked is:“What should the focus of the organization be?”

Moors said.

The effort is being made to make sure the chambers are doing the best they can to remain sustainable and continue serving their members, he said.

Besides creating a more powerful voice, by merging memberships, there also might be a reduction in overhead, both chamber leaders said.

“There’s an economy of scale,” Moors said.“If there’s an opportunity to be able to maximize their economies of scale, then in most cases, businesses will do that. It’s only good fiduciary responsibility,” Moors said.

“Primarily, people join a chamber of commerce because they want to network and they want to interact with people of like minds, from a business perspective.

And, they want to have a voice in initiatives that are moving forward in their area both from a political point of view and from business associations, and that sort of thing,” Moors said.

Work is expected to get started on naming a task force and studying the issues, Monson said.

It’s hard to say how quickly that work will be done, the recommendations will be made and whether the chambers will decide to move forward with a merger — or drop the idea.

A merger between the Zephyrhills and Dade City chambers would be the third merger of its type among Pasco County chambers.

The North Tampa Bay Chamber is made up of chambers that previously represented Wesley Chapel, New Tampa, Trinity and Odessa.

The Greater Pasco Chamber of Commerce resulted from a merger between the West Pasco and Central Pasco chambers.

Mom and Pops may get help with landscaping costs

By B.C. Manion bcmanion@lakerlutznews.com

Pasco County commissioners recently directed the county’s staff to find a way to ease the burden of landscaping costs for small businesses, when they redevelop.

Commissioner Ron Oakley raised the issue, noting that a small Dade City restaurant wants to add a porch, but found itself facing expensive county landscaping requirements.

“They have no place for people to wait.

It’s a small restaurant. If the restaurant is at full capacity, there’s no place for people to wait, so that’s part of why they were going to do like a porch, or something, out in front of it, so people would have a place to sit and wait to have breakfast or lunch,” Oakley said.

The commissioner added: “It seems like the cost of upgrading their landscape is just very, very expensive, and makes it prohibitive.”

Oakley said he’s not advocating that the restaurant do nothing, but that the requirements be less extensive and thus less expensive.

“When you take into consideration — a Mom and Pop restaurant — if that landscaping is going to cost them $40,000 or $50,000, they’re forever trying to earn that money, just to stay open.

“So many of them are having a hard time, now, so we need to look at that,” Oakley said. “Some of these businesses, right now, are closing down.They just can’t make it. It’s a shame.”

Commissioners Jack Mariano and Mike Wells said they’ve also noticed the problem.

“I agree with Commissioner Oakley,” Mariano said. “That (landscaping requirement) is causing a problem. I think it has really hurt redevelopment along (U.S.) 19.”

Mariano suggested using funds from the county’s tree mitigation fund to provide an incentive for landscape improvements.

Commissioner Kathryn Starkey concurred:“I like Commissioner Mariano’s idea of maybe helping them more. We don’t know the facts, here. I want to make sure that they know that right off the bat, there’s $10,000 that we can help them with their landscaping, Commissioner Oakley.

“But, let’s look to see if there’s some way

we can help them more.We don’t want it to be a disincentive and not let these businesses expand,” Starkey said.

On the other hand, Starkey said she doesn’t want things to go back to the way they were when an entire site was covered with a building and parking, without landscaping.

County Administrator Dan Biles said “landscaping reimbursement out of the tree fund is capped at $10,000.We could look at increasing the cap. I think that cap has been there for a while. Inflation happens to landscaping, like everything else.”

Biles said he believes the fund now has more than $1 million.

“We could look at maybe bumping that cap up, to cover some more of these costs.

Let’s take a look at that,” Biles said.

Commission Chairman Mike Moore said he’d like a more detailed discussion of what triggers the landscaping improvements and more information about landscaping reimbursements from the tree mitigation fund, when Biles bring the issue back to the board.

Wells said he can think of two projects in his district where exceptions were made and they received reimbursements exceeding the cap, with the board’s approval.

“I think if you’re not adding to the square footage, it shouldn’t necessarily trigger it. That’s why we matched these folks with the funding,”Wells said.

“It’s tough for these businesses, not only now, but for the last several years. We need to help them to expand, move, hire more people and so forth.”

Mariano also would like to see if the process could be set up for the landscaping companies to be paid directly by the county, instead of having the business owner pay the landscaper and then be reimbursed for their payment.

“A lot of them can’t float that,” he said.

“I think most of your landscaping companies would probably be comfortable to work that way,” Mariano added.“We’ve just got to be flexible.”

Biles said he will take a look at increasing the cap for reimbursements, and at streamlining the process to get approvals more quickly — and then will bring it back to the board.

The LAKER / Lutz NEWS

LUTZ, ODESSA, LAND O’ LAKES, WESLEY CHAPEL, NEW TAMPA, ZEPHYRHILLS, DADE CITY Serving Pasco since 1981 / Serving Lutz since 1964 PUBLISHER & OWNER: DIANE KORTUS, dkortus@lakerlutznews.com EDITORIAL

SALES

DESIGN

B.C. MANION, Editor bcmanion@lakerlutznews.com

TERRI WILLIAMSON, Sr. Acct. Mgr. twilliamson@lakerlutznews.com

MATTHEW MISTRETTA, Art Director mmistretta@lakerlutznews.com

KEVIN WEISS, Staff Writer kweiss@lakerlutznews.com

CAROLYN BENNETT, Customer Service cbennett@lakerlutznews.com

STEFANIE BURLINGAME, Graphic Designer sburlingame@lakerlutznews.com

KATHY STEELE, Staff Writer ssteele@lakerlutznews.com

KELLI CARMACK, Marketing Asst. kcarmack@lakerlutznews.com

ACCOUNTING

MARY RATHMAN, Editorial Assistant mrathman@lakerlutznews.com

KENNEDY MURDOCK, Marketing Asst. kmurdock@lakerlutznews.com

MARY EBERHARD meberhard@lakerlutznews.com

LOCATION: 3632 Land O' Lakes Blvd. Suite 102 • Land O’ Lakes, FL 34639 MAIL: P. O. Box 479 • Lutz, FL 33548 PHONE/FAX: ph: 813.909.2800 • fax: 813.909.2802 IT SUPPORT: STEVE MISTRETTA

WEBSITE: www.lakerlutznews.com FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/lakerlutznews TWITTER: www.twitter.com/lakerlutznews EMAIL: news@lakerlutznews.com • sales@lakerlutznews.com

SUBSCRIPTIONS: Mail subscriptions are sold to cover postage cost: $40/3 months, $80/6 months, $160/12 months.

DELIVERY PROBLEMS: If you do not receive your paper, or want to stop home delivery, call 813-948-5237. Or go to www.lakerlutznews.com, select Circulation request and complete “Opt Out” form.

ADDITIONAL COPIES: A listing of boxes and business locations is on our home page at www.lakerlutznews.com.

EDITORIAL SUBMISSIONS: Suggestions for stories and news coverage are welcome. Please send ideas to news@lakerlutznews.com, or call our newsroom at 813-909-2800.

ADVERTISING ERRORS: Publisher is not responsible for errors in advertising beyond the space cost for the first insertion, or for the validity of claims made by advertisers.

Advertising and editorial content ©2019 by Manatee Media Inc. Reproduction in whole or in part is forbidden without prior written permission from the publisher.

Dental Implants • Wisdom Teeth Non­surgical and Surgical Cosmetic Procedures

25% off Implants

Self Pay Patients Only

$565 VALUE

MUST PRESENT COUPON. RESTRICTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS MAY APPLLY Y.

F FREE CT SCAN R STRICTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS APPLLY RE Y.

for exxtraction and sedation SKIN TIGHTENING $1,900 $ , of all 4 wisdom teeth $300 off ANY PROCEDURE

SA AVVINGS OF UP TO $1,000. RESTRICTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS MAY APPLLYY.

RESTRICTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS MA AY Y APPLLY Y.

CALL US TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT F O R A GENUINE AND HONEST TREA ATTMENT REC OMMENDA ATT ION! Dr. Andrés Guerra

813­609­4486

4675 Van Dyke Rd. Lutz 33558

oralsurgeryandimplantspecialists.com

That car drivving down the street playing musiic loud ud enough h to rattle rat every window indow w on your blocck?

Tos oss them m this ad.

F FREE HEARIN NG CHECKS th his month at JC C Audiology!

Call 813-9449-1331 too schedule an appointment (TTurn your music down d first, tho)

AUDIOLOGY & HEARING AIDS 1 1519 Dale Mabry Hwyy.., Suite 105, Lutz, FL

Not a chain. Not a big box store. Just J a locally-owned small business th hat celebrates our 2,700th patient thiis year!

Check out our 5-Star reviews at a

www.jc-audiologyy..com m www.LakerLutzNews.com

October 7, 2020

3A

What’s Happening

Your Community Calendar • Submit 2 weeks in advance to: news@lakerlutznews.com • All listings free of charge

ART ONLINE & IN PERSON

The Pasco Fine Arts Council is now open for classes, both online and at the center.

For safety, the center is sanitized, class sizes are reduced to just eight students, and everyone is required to wear a face mask.

Visit PascoArts.org for a printable class schedule and to sign up. Or, call (727) 5457322 for information on classes in watercolor, oil, acrylic, drawing and pottery.

VIRTUAL HORROR FEST

The Tampa Theatre will present “A Virtual Nightmare on Franklin Street” through the month of October.

• Oct. 9 at 7:30 p.m.: “Phantom of the Opera,” a 1925 silent film with live musical accompaniment.There also will be a popcorn pickup at the theater’s marquee from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

• Oct. 15 to Oct. 18: Phantasmagoria XI “Plague Tales,” a main stage installment of five literary tales of terror, horrific folk stories, legends and myths. Cast members will live-stream a Q&A on Oct. 17.A portion of the proceeds will benefit Heart Gallery of Tampa.

• Oct. 16 at 9 p.m.: “Immortal Island” (2011), plus a live post-show Q&A with Tampa-based filmmaker/director Robert Sterrett.

For information and tickets, call (813) 2748286 or (813) 274-8981.The theater also will offer private 75-minute ghost tours from Oct. 1 to Oct. 30, by appointment only.To book a tour, email Jill Witecki at jill@tampatheatre.org.

SHAKESPEARE ON THE GREEN

Live Oak Theatre will present “The Bard Unleashed,” the first in its “Shakespeare on the Green” series, on select days in October, starting Oct. 9, at the Carol and Frank Morsani Center for the Arts, 21030 Cortez Blvd., in Brooksville. Seats are $25 for adults, and $10 for kids age 13 and younger when accompanied by an adult. For tickets and information, visit LiveOakTheatre.square.site/, email liveoakboxoffice@gmail.com, or call (352) 593-0027.

CHALK IT UP!

Share “The Case of the Missing Chalk Drawings” on Oct. 10 at 2 p.m., and make your own sidewalk chalk on the Land O’ Lakes Library’s Facebook page.Visit Facebook.com/LandOLakesLibrary.Also, check out the outside sidewalk chalk activities at the library itself, 2818 Collier Parkway. For information, call (813) 9291214.

SCARECROW FESTIVAL

The annual Scarecrow Festival at the Pioneer Florida Museum and Village, 15602 Pioneer Museum Road in Dade City, is scheduled for Oct. 10 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Guests can take part in “Make Your Own Scarecrow,” with Scare-sitting Services available.The event also will include a Maskoween Costume Contest (four age groups), arts and crafts, vendors, a pumpkin patch, pumpkin painting, rock painting, pony rides, food trucks, a petting zoo and carnival games. Blaise Bubble Magic will perform at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., and Soccer Dogs will perform every hour (times will be posted).Admission is $5. Children younger than age 5 are free.Visit PioneerFloridaMuseum.org for information and updates.

Drive-thru Halloween

The Land O’ Lakes Recreation Complex, 3032 Collier Parkway, will host a free “Drive-thru Halloween Spectacular” on Oct. 10 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., for children age 10 and younger.

Staff and sponsors will hand out candy, arts and crafts, and other treats. Costumes are encouraged. The drive will start at the front entrance by the tennis courts, stopping at stations and looping around the back of the park before exiting. For information and sponsorships, call (813) 929-1220.

MOSI trick-or-treat

The Museum of Science & Industry (MOSI), 4801 E. Fowler Ave., in Tampa, will host a sensoryfriendly trick-or-treating event on Oct. 10 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. MOSI will set up a low-stress environment of lights and sounds, and guests can trick-or-treat throughout the museum.

Children can meet MOSI’s astronaut, Moonbase Mike, and have some organic, glutenfree, dye-free treats. Trick-or-treat is free for MOSI members, and $5 in advance for non-members or $8 at the door. Guests that attend this “Day of Discovery” can stay for standard operating hours that start at 10 a.m. For information and tickets, visit the Mosi.org “Event” link.

ELKS LODGE BINGO

Elks Lodge No. 2731, at 6851 Wire Road in Zephyrhills, offers Thursday bingo. Doors open at 4 p.m., and bingo is played from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Refreshments are served.The lodge also now offers Sunday Matinee bingo games.The next one is on Oct. 11.

Doors open at 11 a.m., and bingo is played from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Both days have monetary and door prizes. For information, call the lodge at (813) 782-4604.

LANDSCAPING TRAINING

The University Area CDC (Community Development Corporation) will offer free landscaping training on Oct. 13 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at its community center, 14013 N. 22nd St., in Tampa, for adults.Two programs will be offered for certification: Green Industries Best Practices Management and Urban Landscape Commercial Fertilizer (limited certification). Registration is required by contacting Josie Rocco at (813) 558-5212, ext. 208, or jrocco@uacdc.org.

EVENING WITH AN AUTHOR

The Hillsborough County Public Library Cooperative will host “Written by…with Author Silvia Moreno-Garcia” on Oct. 14 at 6:30 p.m., for teens and adults.This New York Times best-selling author crafts Latinx stories in a genre-defying mix that includes everything from gothic horror to sci-fi, fantasy, thriller, and historical fiction.The presentation will be followed by a live

The Pioneer Florida Museum & Village, 15602 Pioneer Museum Road in Dade City, will host a celebration of classic rock pioneers on Oct. 18 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., featuring classic rock by J2.There will be food and cold treats. Guests should bring a lawn chair. No pets, no coolers or smoking.

Gates open at 3 p.m.The event is wheelchair accessible.Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for students. Parking is free.

For information, visit EventBrite.com.

The Dade City Garden Club will host a “Planting Seeds, Growing Friends and Community” plant sale on Oct. 24 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the club, 13630 Fifth St., in Dade City.There will be plants propagated by club members, a selection of pesticidefree butterfly plants, and information on the Monarch Butterfly Haven project.The garden club’s Monarch City USA collectible ornament also will be available for sale.All sales will be cash or check only. Social distancing and masks are required to attend.

Pasco County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources will host a Trunk or Treat Halloween Bash on Oct. 24 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the Wesley Chapel District Park, 7727 Boyette Road in Wesley Chapel. Families can drive through and visit a series of decorated trunks, while collecting candy from various vendors. Children can wear costumes. The event is recommended for ages 12 and younger. For information, call (352) 521-4182.

The Shabby Shack, 4312 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes, will host a flea market every Saturday in October.The shack offers furniture, tools, collectibles, art, jewelry, garden décor, memorabilia, general home products, antiques and more. For information, call (813) 838-1871.

ROCK PIONEERS

PLANT SALE

Trunk or Treat

FLEA MARKET

multiple décor styles, DIY workshops and paint demos, food vendors and live music.

The DIY Make-N-Take stations will be open at noon, while supplies last. For more information, please visit TheShopsAtWiregrass.com.

SPOOKTACULAR

Q&A. Register online through the calendar at HCPLC.org.

COMPUTER RECYCLING

The University Area CDC (Community Development Corporation) and eSmart Recycling will host an electronic recycling drive on Oct. 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 .m., at 14013 N. 22nd St., in Tampa.The organizations are joining forces to help local children and families gain access to computers to support virtual learning needs. Donors are asked to bring unwanted laptops, computers and other electronic items. Donated equipment can be new or used, working or not working. eSmart will destroy hard drives, scrub personal information, refurbish and reload computers with original Microsoft licenses.

For larger items, specialized pickups, and questions, contact eSmart Recycling at (813) 501-7768 or info@esmartrecylcing.com, or visit eSmartRecycling.com/community.

HOLIDAY BAZAAR

The Forest Hills Presbyterian Church, 709 W. Linebaugh Ave., will host its 21st annual Holiday Bazaar. Craft items will be available at the outdoor bazaar on Oct. 17 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the church.That event also will include an Antique Attic with china and collectibles, jewelry, books and more.

Guests can purchase a barbecue take-out lunch. Proceeds from the bazaar are returned to the community with grants to nonprofit organizations. For information, call (813) 932-6149.

DÉCOR MARKET

The Shops at Wiregrass, 28211 Paseo Drive in Wesley Chapel, will host a Chic Décor & Artisan Market on Oct. 18 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.The event will feature local artisans,

Avalon Park Wesley Chapel, 33613 State Road 54 in Wesley Chapel, will host a free Spooktacular on Oct. 24 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., with costume parades, haunted houses, music, trick-or-treating, prizes and food. For more information, please visit AvalonParkWesleyChapel.com.

HALLOWEEN BOAT PARADE

The National Pediatric Cancer Foundation and Friends of the Riverwalk will present a Halloween Boat Parade on Oct. 24 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., along the Tampa Riverwalk.

Boats will be decorated in displays of lights, with crews in full costumes.

HARVEST FEST

St. James United Methodist Church, 16202 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., in Tampa, will host its annual Harvest Fest on Oct. 25 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.The event will feature live music, a kids’ zone, food trucks and a vendor market. For more information, please visit StJamesTampa.org/harvestfest.

SCOUT SESSION

Boy Scouts of America will host a free Scouting Virtual Information Session on Oct. 28 at 7 p.m., on Zoom, for boys and girls ages kindergarten through 12th grade.

To attend, visit tinyurl.com/y2jq5ped, Zoom meeting ID: 886 9537 7613. For more information, contact Jeremy Twachtman at (863) 224-4230 or send an email to Jeremy.Twachtman@scouting.org.

VIRTUAL HALLOWEEN

Gulfside Hospice will host a “Be a Hero Virtual Halloween Party” on Oct. 30 at 6:30 p.m. Dress up as your favorite hero and join an hour of fun with a costume contest, trivia, prizes and entertainment.Tickets are $10 and all proceeds will benefit Gulfside Hospice, and its patients and families. For information, contact Leesa Fryer at (727) 845-5707 or leesa.fryer@gulfside.org.

WE ARE OP PEN AS AN ES SSENTIAL BUSINE ESS TO SER RV VE E YOU!

T

F FREE

AC DISSINFECTION & FOGGGING

With $39.95 Tune-up, $190 value

$50 OFF

Must present coupon. Cannot be combined. WATER AT HEAATTER One per visit. Exp. 10/31/20. While supplies last. REPLACEMENT

FREE SERVVICE CALL With Reppair M-F 8AM-8PM

we can keep th he exposure risk low.

We promisee to put your wellbeing We first and thank you fo for trusting us. W Wee encourage you to call or email us with an nyy questions or o concerns as we navigate these challlenges togetherr..

Must present coupon.

Cannot be combined.

One per visit.

Exp. 10/31/20.

Must present couupon. Cannot be combined.

One per vvisit. Exp. 10/31/20.

ESSENTIAL BUSINESS WE’RE OPEN

With kindest re Wi regar r rd ds,

COVID-19

he Cornerstone Pros team cares about your comffo ort,, so we are pleased we can keep our business open as an essential serrvvice to continue to serve you.. For the welffaare of our customers and employees— our fa family, lyy,, we are elevating our protocols fo for saffeety and cleanliness to help prevent the spread of CO OV VID-19.

We’re sharing this inffo We ormation so you can fe feel comffo ortable rellyying on us to protect your home’s indoor air, heating,, cooling,, electrical and plumbing systems while you need them more than ever beffo ore.

The technicians,, installer s and sales support staffff on our crews will be fo following enhanced saffeety procedures and using kits to protect themselves and your fa famillyy while they’re in your home. They are limiting ph hyysical contact to keep you safe, fe, so please do not be off fffeended when they stand fa farrther aw awaayy and don’t shake hands. We ar e limiting person-to-person contact Fortunatellyy, mo contact. most ost of our worrkk is perffo or med outside or in remote areas of your hom me so that, along with our extra saffeetty measures,

Dana Spears, Spears Prresident Cornerstone Pros Air Conditioning,, Plumbing & Electrical Serrvvices

Always Safety First at Corne erstone Prro os

following COVID-19 precautions

8 813-990-0561 www w..C Cor nerstonePros.com m Lic: #CFC1428982 #CAC1816647 #EC0001103 Bonded • Innsured Ang gie’s List Winner 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 & 2019

4A

October 7, 2020

www.LakerLutzNews.com

POLITICAL AGENDA REPUBLICAN WOMEN’S GROUP ENDORSES TRUMP

The Florida Federation of Republican Women has announced its support for the reelection of President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence in the 2020 Presidential Election.The women's political group also endorsed that ticket during the 2016 presidential election, according to a news release from the organization.

RANDY MAGGARD ENDORSEMENTS

Randy Maggard is running for reelection in District 38 of the Florida House of Representatives. His campaign has announced the following endorsements: • The West Central Florida Chapter of the Florida Police Benevolent Association • Pasco County Schools Superintendent Kurt Browning • Richard Corcoran, former speaker of the Florida House and current state education commissioner

EAST PASCO DEMOCRAT CLUB

The East Pasco Democratic Club will meet remotely, via Zoom, at Oct. 19, at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will feature supporting the Democratic candidates locally and nationally. All members and friends of the Democratic Party are invited to attend.

Email eastpascodems@ gmail.com, or call (813) 383-8315 for details. Socializing begins at 6 p.m., followed by the meeting.

DEMOCRAT CLUB MEETING SET

The Central Pasco Democratic Club will meet Oct. 21 at 6:45 p.m., remotely on Zoom.The meeting will feature supporting the Democratic candidates locally and nationally. All members and friends of the Democratic Party are invited to attend.

Email aardis@tampabay.rr.com, or call (813) 383-8315 for details. Socializing begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by the meeting.

KATHY LEWIS ENDORSEMENTS

Kathy Lewis is running for the District 20 seat in the State Senate. She has received these endorsements, according to her campaign: • Tracey Kagan, Democratic candidate for the Florida House • Florida State Sen.Victor “Vic” M.Torres, Jr.

POLLING PLACE CHANGES IN PASCO

Pasco County Supervisor of Elections Brian Corley announced the following polling place changes for precincts 15 and 55, for the 2020 General Election.

New locations • Precinct 15: Cornerstone Community Church, 5708 Trouble Creek Road, New Port Richey, 34652 • Precinct 55: Zephyr Shores Estates POA Clubhouse, 35143 State Road 54 W., Zephyrhills, Florida 33541 Former locations Precinct 15: Ashbury United Methodist Church, 4204 Thys Road, New Port Richey Precinct 55: Crystal Lakes Clubhouse, Zephyrhills, Florida 33541

VISIT OUR WEBSIT TE OR CALL TO PLACE YOUR R ORDER!

813-803-7207 • WW WW.PAR A TYLIQUORSUP PERSTORE.COM Locally to your house in 1 hour or less. No minimum order o . $5 delivery fee.

SAMPLE BALLOTS

WINE

Pasco County will mail sample ballots to voters on Oct. 9.Voters who have requested vote-by-mail do not receive sample ballots.

Bogle Phantom Red 750ml

Portlandia Pinot Noir 750ml

Broadside Cabernet Sauvignon 750ml

SOME VOTE-BY-MAIL REMINDERS

$13.98

$11.98

$8.98

*Must present coupon. Limit 2 ottles per customer. Exp. 10/13/20.

*Must present coupon. Limit 2 bottles per customer. Exp. 10/13/20.

*Must present coupon. Limit 2 ottles per customer. Exp. 10/13/20.

Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc 750ml

Wente Morning Fog Chardonnay 750ml

Raeburn Chardonnay 750ml

$10.98

$8.48

$11.98

The Hillsborough County Supervisor of Elections’ Office provides these Vote By Mail reminders, on its website: • Don’t forget to sign your Vote By Mail envelope before returning it.

• Make sure you have a current signature on file with your Supervisor of Elections Office.You can update your signature by completing a printed or online voter registration application. (An online application will add your most recent Florida Driver License or Florida State ID signature to your voter record.)

• Be consistent when signing your mail ballot return envelope. Signatures are compared to those on file with the elections office.

• You may mail your ballot back or drop it off at your local elections offices or Early Voting sites (during Early Voting).

• Check with your local elections office for more information on drop-off locations.

• If you mail the ballot back, make sure to allow plenty of time for it to be received.

It's a good idea to allow at least a week for your mailed ballot to reach your elections office. If your ballot isn’t in your county’s elections office by 7 p.m., Election Day, it will not be counted.

Political Agenda runs only during election years. It gives candidates a place to announce they are seeking political office. It lets voters know of upcoming Meet the Candidate nights or political forums. It is a place where political clubs can announce upcoming meetings, and it will include news that is pertinent to voters for upcoming elections. It will not include political fundraising events.

Please submit items for consideration at least two weeks prior to the desired publication date. Send submissions to news@lakerlutznews.com.

*Must present coupon. Limit 2 ottles per customer. Exp. 10/13/20.

LIQUOR

1.75 LT

JACK DANIELS BLACK $

1.75 LT

3498

15% OFF O ANY CIGAR PUR RCHASE

NO FURTTHER DISCOUNT ALLOWED ON ANY PRODUCT THA ATT ENDS IN 8.

COUPONS CAN NOT BE USED ON ANY PRODUCT THA ATT ENDS IN 8.

1.75 LT

DON JULIO ANEJO

CROWN ROYAL

$

8998

$

3698

WE MA AT TCH CURREN NT LIQUOR & WIN NE ADS!

HOU UR RS OF RS OF OPERATION: OP O PE ER RA R ATION ON N:: MON MO ON N - THURS THU UR RS 9AM RS 9AM 9A AM TO TO 10PM 10 1 0P 0 PM P M HOURS FRI RI & SAT SA S AT 9AM 9A 9A AM M TO TO 12AM 12AM 2A 2A AM M • SUN SUN 11AM 11A AM M TO TO 10PM 10P PM M FRI

2410 lANd lANd o’ o’ lAKes lAKes blVd blVd • lANd lANd o’ o’ lAKes, lAKes, fl fl 2410 on the the corner corner of of sr sr 54 54 and and us us 41 41 on

WWW WW WW.P .PART TY YLIQU YL QUORS RSUPER RS ST S TORE ORE. E.COM WWW.PARTYLIQUORSUPERSTORE.COM

813-803-7207 813-803-7207 Prices good through 10/13/20. Not resPoNsib ble for misPriNts.

w o r c e r a c S tival Fes PRESENTS

“It’ lik ke your hometown “It’s diner g grew up and went tto the city.”

*Must present coupon. Limit 2 ottles per customer. Exp. 10/13/20.

*Must present coupon. Limit 2 ttles per customer. Exp. 10/13/20..

Saturrdayy,, October 10 9 aa.m. - 5 p.m.

NO PETSED. ALLOrW vice ) (Se only lls l anima

DINING ROOMS ARE OPEN!

N cooleor foo s, beverd or allowaeges d.

Orrder online or call in! o 813-345-8495 2295 52 SR 54, Lutz

MASKOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST

(At Collier Parkway)

7:00am to 2:30pm daily

ke ekes.com Age groups and times are: 9:30 a.m. - Infants to 2 yyrs 12:05 p.m. - Ages 3-4, 2:05 p.m. - Ages 5-7, 3:00 p.m. - Ages 8-10 PRIZES WILL BE AW AWARDED!

SAME DAY EMERGENCYY DENT TAL • Arts & Crafts/Vendors • Pumpkin Patch • Pumpkin Painting • Rock Painting • Pony Rides • Petting Zoo • Carnival Games

Providing ALL DENTAL CARE A Safely Adhering to COVID V -19 Guidelines

IMPLANT SPECIAL

Concessions will offer hot dogs, burgers, and grilled chicken.

Dew Cafe will serve Chicken & Ye Yellow Rice with black beans.

Wear a face mask, bring your hand sanitizer, sanitizer and social distance!

If you are sick or have been exposed, please stay home! #COVIDStopsWithMe

5 ADMISSION

$

$899

SOLUTIONS Thrift Store

SINGLE IMPLANT

UNDER 5 FREE

REG. $1800

Vendor applications are available on our website at: www.pioneerfloridamuseuum.org

FREE 2ND OPINIONS & CONSULLTATIONS

More COVID info: https://www.pascocountyfl.net/ or https://cdc.gov

(813) 780-1403

1 mile north of downtown Dade City off US Hwy 301 at 15602 Piooneer Museum Road 33523

6153 Fort King Road Zephyrhills, FL 33542

www.ArtisticTeeth.com

OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE

352-567-02662 www.pioneerfloridamus eum.org www.LakerLutzNews.com

October 7, 2020

5A

FOOD DELIVERY!

GET THE UBER EATS AND SLICE APPS! KIDS EAT FREE ALL DAY MONDAY Dine in only. One child per adult.

TUESDAY, THURSDAY AND SUNDAY

WEDNESDAY AND SUNDAY

MONDAY AND WEDNESDAY

$5.99 $10.95 $8.95 SPAGHETTI OR ZITI with one topping

21501 Village Lakes Center Land O’ Lakes, FL 34639

(813) 949-7484 PizzaVillaLOL.com

LASAGNA GREEK STYLE CHICKEN

$10.95 with salad

ANY GREEK $2.00 OFF * ENTREE Baked Chicken, Stuffed Pepper & Tomato, Gyro, Briam, Mousaka, Dolmades, Spanakopita, Souvlaki, Large Greek Salad w/Potato Salad *Cannot be combined with other offers. One coupon per ticket/table. Expires 10/31/20.

D i n e i n - Ta k e O u T - D r i v e T h r u - C aT e r i n g

read der M MONTH of the

Shantel M Meyers

Shantel Meyers, of L Lutz, is an ultrasound technologist for 20 years, and the Vi Vice-Pressident of the GFWC We Wesley Chapel Wo Woman’s Club. he Laker/Lutz paper for many years," says “I’ve been reading th Shantel, "I like reading eeverything in the paper but my two favorite parts are events in the arrea and reading about what people are doing for their community. Reeading about other readership club members, and what they are doing g allows me to see the continued care people have.” band, Patrick, together have three adult Shantel and her husb children, and one grandd daughter. When she’s not working, Shantel enjoys making ccrafts.

The LAKER/L /L Lutz utz NEEWS WS

reade der #

SHIP P

club u

Sign up for free at:

www w..lakerlutznews.com

Staff training closes county offices on Oct. 12 The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report

Pasco County Offices will be closed on Oct. 12, for a staff development day.

The staff development day allows county staff to take part in training and activities intended to help the county improve services for members of the public and the communities it serves.

Here’s a list of departments affected: • All Pasco County Libraries • Pasco County Parks, Recreation, and Natural Resources’ offices, recreation complexes and community centers • Pasco County Public Transportation administrative offices will be closed to walk-in customers.

• The Pasco County Animal Services Administration Office, Adoption Center, Intake/Reclaim Shelter and Field Services will be closed.

Here’s a list of services/facilities that are

not affected: • Parks and beaches will stay open to the public from dawn to dusk.

• Pasco County Public Transportation (PCPT) will provide service on all fixed routes and paratransit. Phone lines to the department also will be open.

• Pasco County Public Transportation administrative offices will be closed to walk-in customers.

• An Animal Control Officer will be available for emergencies only.

• The Pasco County Resource Recovery Facility, West Pasco Class III, and the East Pasco Transfer Station will be open to the public and Pasco County licensed commercial haulers.

These closures also do not apply to Pasco County government Constitutional Offices, including the courts.

All county government offices will return to normal hours on Oct. 13.

Conveyor Consulting and Rubber Company expands The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report

Conveyor Consulting and Rubber Company in Pasco County, which opened in Pasco County in 2014, is constructing two new facilities at One Pasco Center, near Interstate 75 and State Road 52.

The company is investing $2 million to construct a 20,000-square-foot building and a 12,000-square-foot building at One Pasco Center business park, according to an announcement from Pasco Economic Council Inc. The expansion also includes new manufacturing capabilities for conveyor parts and systems.

“Our company continues to grow, and we are expanding to meet the demand of our clients.Adding to our capabilities to include manufacturing is very exciting,” Ron Fernandes, president of Conveyor Consulting and Rubber Company, said in a release.

“I really appreciate the Pasco EDC and Pasco County staff helping us keep the momentum going by expediting permitting and offering us mobility fee waivers. They

are committed to helping businesses grow in Pasco,” he said.

Fernandes looked at numerous locations; however, he found One Pasco Center to have the direct access to major highways he needed to quickly and efficiently distribute to his clients, and provide easy access for business-to-business sales, the release adds.

“I want to congratulate Ron Fernandes and his team on their expansion. The I-75 and SR 52 interchange is rapidly developing, and I think he will find it the perfect fit,” Pasco County Commissioner Ron Oakley said, in the release.

Bill Cronin, president/CEO of Pasco EDC also weighed in:“The Pasco EDC is always excited to help our current businesses expand and find ways to grow in Pasco County.

“Our road network in Pasco provides a unique transportation network across the county and region. Conveyor Consulting and Rubber Company chose their location because it provides them with quick access for distribution. I am thrilled they were able to remain here and continue to grow with us.”

Now Open in Lutz!

23020 State Road 54, Lutz, 33549 8133-406-5259 11am – 9pm Everyday!

CATERI T NG AV VAILABLE. A

TUESDAY SPE ECIAL FULL RACK

$115 15.99 99

ED PORK BUY 1 PULLE SANDWICH & 2 SIDES & GET ORK SANDWICH 1 PULLED PO

FREE E

Not valid with any other offers. ff Va V alid at a Lutz location only.

Expires 10/31/20.

LAKER52318

iÌ Þ ÕÀ i` V> >À Õ> > V>À` v>ÃÌ] i>ÃÞ > ` V v `i Ì >

Áß w ÝjÁ ? a MÖaÄ ?Áj Ý ?Ü? ?M ju Á Ö? ? ÍÁj? ÜjÁ Ôåå Ý W a Í Ä * * 8 /9 ¨ ," 9 Í?Í ~ W a Í Ä± 2 j Í jÁ W WÄ Ýj ?Üj ÜjÁ Ôå ß j ? Á Ä ¾ j Þ ¬ j Á j W j Ý Í j a W ? ? Á Ö ? ? Ý j Ý Ý ? Í ÄÍÁ? Ä j ¬ Ý Í WjÁÍ? W a Í Ä F Ýj WjÁÍ wß ß Ö j ww Wj Ü Ä Í±

> v À vÀii iÛ> Õ>Ì n£Î ÇxÈ ää £

iÀÌ v i` >À Õ> > VÌ ÀðV Ó " / " -

­ÇÓÇ® Îx£ ää £

6A

October 7, 2020

www.LakerLutzNews.com

­n£Î® ÇxÈ ää £

ɭȡȡƤȡȄǐȡ

1,"* // 9 ¨ //,"* 9 ¨

, ¨ - * E / -",

,- ¨ */- ¨ *, -- " ? a ? ß Í jÁ Ý ajM

Soaking in a Stanley Cup win The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report

Mary, David and Kimberly Eberhard joined the ‘Distant Thunder’ on Sept. 28 to cheer on the Tampa Bay Lightning during Game 6 of the Stanley Cup playoffs. When the Lightning defeated the Dallas Stars, Kimberly declared the win was an early present for her, since her birthday was the next day. In fact, Kim is such a big fan of the Bolts that her best friend, Ashley Cretcher, arranged a surprise visit by Thunderbug, the

team’s mascot, to Kim’s school on her birthday. Plus, Kim joined in festivities when the Bolts returned to Tampa by riding on the Sticks of Fire boat and joining her parents at the celebration at Raymond James stadium.

The Eberhards aren’t wearing masks in these photos, but once the photos were taken they put their masks back on to protect themselves and others from COVID-19.

The Eberhards are from Wesley Chapel, and Mary is in charge of accounting at The Laker/Lutz News.

COURTESY OF SHANNON LAWSON

These Tampa Bay Lightning fans were ready to do their part to cheer on the Bolts, in their bid to defeat the Dallas Stars, to bring home hockey’s biggest prize. From left: David Eberhard, Mary Eberhard, Galit Blum, Josh Richmond, Andrew Miller, Kimberly Eberhard, Carol Raper and Michael Raper.

THESE ARE TRYING TIMES It is more important than ever to have a plan for yourself and your estate. We can help you plan for the future and make sure your family is protected.

Call Babatola Durojaiye today. His mission is to help you plan ahead with wills, trusts and estate planning. It may cost less than you think and would help give you peace of mind in these times.

813-996-1895 COURTESY OF GALIT BLUM

Mary, David and Kimberly Eberhard pose with an inflatable Stanley Cup, soaking in the joy of the moment, after the Tampa Bay Lightning capture the real Stanley Cup by defeating the Dallas Stars.

IT DOESN’T MAAT ATTER

Durojaiyelaw

3632 Land O’Lakes Blvd, #105-7 • Land O’Lakes, FL 34639 WWW.DUROJAIYELAW.COM The hiring of a lawyer is an important decision that should not be based solely upon advertisements.

Before you decide, ask us to send you FREE written information about our qualifications and experience.

www.lakerlu utznews.com

how you get it, wh here you re ead it, or wh ho you read d it with.

JUST ENJO OY ITT! During these challeng ging times, we remain open and dedicated to safelyy ser ving our cancer patie ents.

Your trre eatmen nt.

Ou urr Jo ourn ur u ney y..

Yo Y ou don’t plan for a cancer diagnosis. Yo You begin to worr y about your family, friends, work and health. Florida Canccer Specialist s will be by your side — throughout the journey. Our doc tors and nurses provide personalized, targeted treatment and clinical exper tise so you can have peace of mind. And with world- class care that ’s close to home, we’re always here to help.

NEWLY LY Y DIA AG GNOSED CANCER N R PA AT TIENTS

SEEN WITHIN

During Breast Cancer nce er Awareness Month, and beyond, we’ll give you the strength to move for ward — ever y step of the way.

HOURS* HO AC CC CESS TO

Caring for patients at our six Pasco Count y locations.

Radiation Oncologists: Sawsan G. Bishay, MD L arr y Gandle, MD 6 Û > À v w ]

Ar thurr Joseph Mat zkowit z, MD Gerald H. Sokol, MD, MSc, FCP

NA AT TIONAL

CLINIC CA AL TRIALS

Medical Oncologists: Jorge Ayub, MD Ayman Barakat, MD Mamta T. Choksi, MD Uday Dandamudi, MD Eva Gupta, MD Gajanan A . Kulkar ni, MD

Kapisthalam S. Kumar, MD, FACP Shilen Patel, MD Ramya Pinnamaneni, MD Joseph M. Sennabaum, MD David Wenk, MD Gail Lynn Shaw Wright, MD, FACP P,, FCCP

FLCancer.com

**A All req uired pa per wor k mu s t be provid ed at time of reffe e r r a l.

www.LakerLutzNews.com

October 7, 2020

7A

• Alexa Dusch, Mitchell High • Alexis Fernandez, Land O’ Lakes High • Kelsey Kadlub, Pasco High • Kaylei Koschman,Wesley Chapel High • Kayla Mys,Wesley Chapel High • Emma Rogers, Mitchell High

Send school news to news@lakerlutznews.com

SCHOLARSHIP AMERICA

PASCO SCHOOLS AWARD

Pasco County Schools has been awarded the EVERFI 2020 Champion District Seal, which recognizes districts that demonstrate an exemplary commitment to whole-child education.

Pasco won the award for its support of financial education, mental health, digital safety, substance abuse prevention, STEM and other initiatives that benefit students, according to a Pasco County Schools news release.

“We are honored to earn this recognition because we believe that teaching the whole child has a positive impact on students’ health and well-being, helping them succeed in college, career and life,” Kurt Browning, Pasco County superintendent of schools, said in the release.

“Educators in Pasco County are having a profound impact on students that goes well beyond their time in our school system,” Browning said.

EVERFI is a digital education organization focused on helping educators address the most challenging issues affecting students and society, including financial literacy, socialemotional learning, health and wellness, inclusion, and college and career readiness.

Each year, the organization honors school districts that demonstrate a dedication to equity and the well-being of all students.

To learn more, visit EVERFI.com/k12/champion-seal/.

NEW INITIATIVE PARTNERSHIP

PICK PICK O OFF T THE HE PA P PATCH AT A TCH Pumpkin Pumpkin Decorating Decorating C Contest ontest

Fred K. Marchman Technical College is joining forces with the Florida Department of Education for a new workforce education initiative aimed at raising awareness of short-term career and technical education programs.

“Get There Florida” highlights the benefits of the programs available locally in Pasco County and to all Floridians statewide.

Career and technical education, often referred to as CTE, is a critical component in preparing individuals for occupations important to Florida’s economic development, especially during this time of economic challenges.

Programs are organized into 17 career paths and are geared toward middle school, high school, district technical school, and Florida College System students.

At Marchman Technical College, students can enroll in an in-demand, high-quality workforce program, move quickly and gain critical skills needed in East Central Florida, Region IV essential and emerging industries.

Programs include, but are not limited to: automotive service technology, cosmetology, electricity, patient care technician, and welding technology.

For more on program offerings, visit FKMTC.edu.

To learn about the CTE and workforce training programs available at state and technical colleges, visit GetThereFL.com.

STUDENT-ATHLETE FINALISTS

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT: OCTOBER 28TH

Carve, paint or decorate a pu umpkin for your chance to WIN A PRIZE PACK* to Main Event in Wesley Cha apel.

Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA) Tampa Bay has named seven Pasco County Schools student-athletes as finalists in its TripleImpact Competitor Scholarship.

The PCA aims to show student-athletes how to use their athletic platform to benefit others.

Selected finalists participate in a year-long program, to gain professional skills by meeting with business leaders and mentors; completing phone, video and personal interviews; promoting their school or club athletic team; and giving back to their communities with volunteer service to parks and recreation centers.

Winners will be selected in the spring as recipients of the Triple-Impact Competitor Scholarship Award, presented by Sagicor Life Insurance Company.

Each of the seven students has the opportunity to earn $2,000 toward college expenses.

The student-athlete finalists are: • Taylor Denney, Land O’ Lakes High School

Scholarship America, a nonprofit scholarship and education support organization, is accepting applications through Oct. 15, for the 2021 Scholarship America Dream Award.

The program is open to any college student with financial need, who has overcome barriers and has successfully completed at least one year toward their college education.

The scholarships are inclusive of all types of students, from diverse backgrounds, seeking a two-year or four-year degree.

The scholarships are renewable and increase in amount each year.

Scholarship America has awarded more than $2.3 million to 108 students, with scholarships ranging from $5,000 to $15,000 based on financial need.

Eligible students can apply online at LearnMore.scholarsapply.org/dreamaward/.

Upon application, students also will be notified about additional scholarship programs that they may be eligible for.

PROGRAM OPTIONS

Upcoming dates for events related to Pasco County Schools’ Pasco Pathways/Innovative Programs and School Choice options available for students: • Nov. 16 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.:Virtual Pasco Pathways Expo (west side) • Nov. 19 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.:Virtual Pasco Pathways Expo (east side) • Jan. 7 to Jan. 21: Pasco Pathways Application Window • Feb. 19 to Feb. 28: Secondary Notification and Acceptance Window • March 12 to March 26: Elementary Notification and Acceptance Window For more information, visit Pasco.k12.fl.us/ed_choice.

TECHHIRE SCHOLARSHIPS

CareerSource Tampa Bay and the TechHire program are offering scholarships to students who want to receive entry-level certification for information technology and health care related fields.

The TechHire scholarships will cover 100% tuition for qualified programs.

The classes are accelerated programs for ages 17 to 29 in the Tampa Bay area, to help students discover and learn technology skills that are in demand by local businesses.

Scholarship coverage includes tuition, lab and certification fees, and amounts range from $100 to more than $3,000, depending on the program and funding availability.

For a list of covered IT and health care training programs, please visit tinyurl.com/y2p2vdgf.

Students who qualify will be contacted by a TechHire administrator who will assist in the application process.

INTERNET & WIFI OFFER

Charter Communications Inc., has relaunched its Remote Education Offer to provide free Spectrum internet and WiFi access for 60 days to households with kindergarteners through 12th- graders, college students and/or educators.

The promotion is available for customers that live in a Spectrum market and do not currently have Spectrum internet services.

To enroll, call (844) 310-1198, and a free installation kit will be provided.

The Laker/Lutz News likes to keep our readers informed about news from our local schools, including upcoming events, photos of events, recognitions and so on.

Submissions need to include who, what, where, when, contact information, identifications for individuals in a photo (unless it is a large group), and a photo credit.

Please send your information two weeks prior to desired publication date, and email it to news@lakerlutznews.com. If you would like The Laker/Lutz News to consider coverage of an event, send a request to the same email.

w.Amici-Pizza.com • 813-973-9734 26602 Wes ley Ch hapel Blvd • Lut z

We’ll have two winnerrs: FAN FAVORITE and COMPANY Y CHOICE To enter, sub b i your pumpkin bmit kin photo to kcarmack@lak kerlutznews.com or o scan the QR code to t fill out the entrry form. *Each Main Event Prize Paack includes: 1 Family of Four ALL ACCESS

wristbands with bowlin ng (shoes included), laser tag, gravity $125 Value ropes, billiards AND a 30 3 min game card for the arccade! for EACH Must be a local resident inn either Land O’ Lakes, Winner L t Odessa, Lutz, Od Wesley l Ch Chapel,l San S Antonio A t i , Zeph Z hyrhills hill or D Dade City

The LAKER / Lutz NEWS

MON-THURS • DINE IN ONLLY Y

$5 off $25 Must mention coupons when ordering!

8A

October 7, 2020

www.LakerLutzNews.com

2 Medium Cheese Pizzas & Garlic Knotts

North Tampa Bay Chamber members.

Go to NorthTampaBayChamber.com, for more information.

IN-PERSON BROCHURE EXCHANGE

Send business news to news@lakerlutznews.com

LIVE2LEAD 2020

Pick up ideas, get inspired and learn from widely known presenters with a broad range of experiences at the Live2Lead 2020 program on Oct. 9 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Wiregrass Sports Campus of Pasco County, 3021 Sports Coast Way in Wesley Chapel.

Speakers are John Maxwell, a leadership expert and best-selling author; Kat Cole, COO and president, FOCUS Brands; Steve Harvey, comedian, businessman, show host and entertainer; and Alan Mulally, former CEO Boeing Commercial Airplanes and former CEO and president, Ford Motor Company.

Tickets are available for in person and virtual attendance. Tickets cost $85, $75, $65 and $55, with discounts available for

The Greater Pasco Chamber of Commerce is hosting an in-person brochure exchange networking event/exchange on Oct. 8 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Hungry Harry’s, 3116 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes, out by the Lake House.This will be an outdoor event, with social distancing.You can place your order, pick it up and meet the group at the tables by the Lake House. The event is sponsored by Architectural Signage & Printing. Call (727) 842-7651, if you plan to attend.

YOGASIX NEW TAMPA OPENING

YogaSix New Tampa announced its grand opening, with a series of special activities, food, music, vendors, giveaways and discounts.The business is at 8602 Hunters Village Road in Tampa. For more information, call (813) 499-9503.

FARRELL’S EXTREME BODYSHAPING RIBBON CUTTING

Farrell’s Extreme Bodyshaping announced its ribbon cutting on Oct. 3, with a complimentary protein snack, Reign SINCE 1946

Franklin Jewelers

Energy drinks, a studio tour, class demo and a chance to meet the owners.

There also was a drawing for a free 10week membership package.The business is at 19651 Bruce B. Downs, Suite E6, in Tampa. Those visiting the business are asked to wear a mask and help to maintain social distancing. To find out more, call (813) 600-3742.

JOB FAIR

CareerSource Tampa Bay and Commissioner Sandra Murman are presenting the ninth annual Hillsborough County Job Fair on Oct. 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

About 50 employers with a variety of positions are expected to participate.

This year, the job fair will be conducted in a virtual format.

For more information, call Maginda Montero at CareerSource Tampa Bay at (813) 532-7539, or email monterom@careersourcetampabay.com.

To download a flyer for the event, go to bit.ly/2ZWpDYs.

URGENTVET OPENS ODESSA LOCATION

UrgentVet has expanded its presence in the Tampa Bay area by opening a clinic at 12307 State Road 54 in Odessa.

The clinic, which opened on Oct. 1, is UrgentVet’s third location in the Tampa Bay

• LAWN & ORNAMENTTA TAL PEST CONTROL • TERMITE T CONTROL • HOUSEHOLD PESTT CONTROL • AQU A ATTIC WEED W CONTROL

813-909-4888 2153 Collier Parkway • Land O’ Lakes www.FranklinJeweler.net

352-567 7-2395

MON-FRI 10AM-6PM • SATURDAY 11AM-5PM CLOSED SUNDAYS

Step up YOUR GAME THIS

Season!

area, according to a news release.

Officially named UrgentVet-New Port Richey, the clinic, at the intersection of State Road 54 and Trinity Boulevard, offers easy access from New Port Richey, Odessa, Land O’ Lakes,Wesley Chapel and throughout northern Hillsborough County.

Its physical location is at the entrance to the Starkey Ranch master-planned development, making it particularly accessible for residents of the booming community.

“Pasco County has some of the fastestgrowing neighborhoods in all of Tampa Bay, and we’re excited to open a clinic right in the heart of that growth,” Dr. Jim Dobies, founder of UrgentVet, said in a release.“We feel that this new site allows us to serve a huge population of pet parents who may never have had access to a clinic like ours before.”

The new clinic is UrgentVet’s fifth nationally. It also has clinics in Westchase and Brandon.

All UrgentVet clinics have adopted new processes to ensure the safety of both pet parents and employees, in light of COVID19, the release says.

UrgentVet-New Port Richey will be open from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m., Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday and Sunday; and noon to 8 p.m., on holidays.

To find out more, go to UrgentVet.com.

GIA & EGL Diamonds Available

Jeweler on Premises Laser Welder Repairs!

Let us fix your eyeglasses & much more

Lay Away & Gift Certificates Available

We Pay Top Dollar for Gold & Diamonds!

EXPERT WATCH & JEWELRY REPAIR

When the inevitable is near... ...we are here in your time of need.

O RD OR RD DE E ER R ON O N LI NE NE AT AUSS SIEGRILL. R COM

FRE ESH,, FA AST • CEMETERY • FUNERALL HOME • MAUSOLEUM • O ON-SITE CREMATOR T Y

HAND D-CR CRA AFTED WE’RE OPEN FOR DINE-IN, DRIVE--T THRU, PICK-UP P,, & DELIVERY

CALL TO O SCHEDULE A FREE CONSULTA C TATION T AN ND TOUR 12609 Memorial Drive, Trinity r y, FL 34655

TRINIT TY 813-9 920-4241 MEMORIAL GARDENS

www.Trinit r tyMemorial.com

SUNDAY - THURSDAY: 11 AM M - 10 PM FRIDA AY Y & SATURDAY: 11 AM - 11 PM

DE ELIVERY AVAILABLE E WITH

@A AUSSIEGRILLBYOUTBACK

Russell Adams Realty, Inc. 2502 Land O’ Lakes Blvd.

Corner of Carson Rd. & US 41

949-3603 • www.russelladamsrealty.com

Bringing experience in real estate over 40 years!

VACANT PROPERTY BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME in Land O' Lakes' coveted Lake Padgett Estates. Great Location, beautiful wooded lot. Ski Lake Access and horse riding stables. NO DEED RESTRICTIONS! Call Cody at 813-909-0712

&

HUDSON Vacant building lot located in a community.

Ballantrae Pro ofessional Park 17718 Hunting Bow Circle Lutz, FL 33558

Se even Oaks 2241 Gre een Hedges Way Wesley Chapel, C FL 33544

Phone: 813-973-1033 www.SpeechTherapyT p pyTa ampa pa.com

• Speech and Occupational TeleTherapy • HIP PAA Comp pliant for Security • Online – No Software to Install • Interactive • Child and Th herapist Control Apps, Whiteboard, and Docume ents

Private boat ramp for residence. Canal goes directly to the Gulf of Mexico through Sea Pines Channel. No bridges. Near the New Sunwest Park. Call Ava Rossler at 727-992-4974.

WOODED BEAUTY BELL LAKE & ALPINE in Land O Lakes. Come build your dream estate or family compound. Great Location, beautiful wooded lot.

Almost 3 acres. NO DEED RESTRICTIONS! City water available. Property can be subdivided into two lots.

Build on one and sell the other. $299,900 Call Cody at 813-909-0712 SPRING HILL - 31.28 Acres on Bowman Rd Your dream home is waiting to be built! Bring your horses and cows! Plenty of room for all your dreams. Close to Suncoast Parkway. Call Cody at 813-909-0712 DADE CITY LAKE LOT Over 1 acre building lot on beautiful and peaceful Lake Pasadena. Located in the rolling hills of Dade City, this level building lot could be the perfect place for your dream home. There is a covered sitting area on the dock, so bring your fishing pole and/or favorite beverage and enjoy the sunsets.

Power pole and water. Call Cody at 813-909-0712

HOMES FOR SALE ANGUS VALLEY – WESLEY CHAPEL 3/2 SW Mobile home on 1.53 acres in growing Wesley Chapel. 3 minutes from 1-75 and Tampa Premium Outlets.

Great investment. NO CDD or RESTRICTIONS! Owner financing available. Call Irving Hernandez at 813-843-6026

LAND O LAKES Perfect getaway retreat just north of Tampa! 2 bedroom, 2 bath A Frame on beautiful West Lake Ellis. Relax on in your Florida room and gaze on the beautiful water lilies or gather your friends to water ski or fish for a great the weekend getaway. If you want more excitement, this retreat is located in Land O Lakes not far from dining, shopping and entertainment. Call Cody Adams at 813-909-0712 ZEPHRYHILLS One of the last 5 acre homes sites in the area. 3/1 1389 Sq Ft Future land use R-9. 330 Feet of Road front. Large detached Garage / Barn.

Call Cody Adams at 813-909-0712 SOLANO BAY TOWNHOUSE off Waters in Tampa.

Lovely 3/2.5 townhouse in a convenient location. It’s close to everything, great shopping within a mile of the Veterans Expressway. PAINTED 1 YEAR AGO, ALL APPLIANCES INCLUDING WASHER AND DRYER. BRAND NEW!! Laminated floor in great room and new ceramic tile in covered and screened porch with a pond view. GRANITE COUNTER TOP, CERAMIC TILE AND LOT OF CABINETS IN KITCHEN. Good sized bedroom upstairs and laundry room. Gated community, pool and lots of parking for your guests.

HOA fee includes maintenance of exterior, grounds, pool, cable TV and trash collection. Make this dream townhouse yours today! Call Irving Hernandez at 813-843-6026

LAKE LOTS WEEKI WACHEE Beautiful WATERFRONT property!

Build here and watch the sunset over the water right from your own piece of paradise. Call Stacy Robinson at 813-842-3077 INVERNESS Beautiful lake front property. Community of nice homes on the lake. Large oak trees on property. Close to shopping in Inverness! Call Ava Rossler at 727-992-4974

STOP AND VISIT OUR OFFICE…AGENTS ON DUTY! www.LakerLutzNews.com

October 7, 2020

9A

Meett Conviv va. a The e Expertttss in Senior Prim m mary Carre.

For more than 50 years, the physicians who came before us set the standard off excellence in helping seniors live – and age – well.

TO DA AY Y, WE ARE CONVIVA VA A CARE CENTERS, A PHYSICIAN-LED PRIMARY CARE PRACTICE. We currently operate 90+ Care Centers across two states We employ 300 primary care and specialist physicians We care for more than 150,000 patients With our Care T Te eam approach, we develop a personalized plan for each individual patient

Everything we have learned about caring for seniors helps us keep our patients healthy and safe through this current challenge – and whatever comes next.

To learn more about Conviva, To

call (844) 906–0278 or visit MeetConviva.com We W e accept a variety off Medicare Advantage plans. p

Now more than everr,, we believe the most important part of Aging W We ell is Staying g We Well.

Follow us on Facebook @ConvivaCareCenters

10A

October 7, 2020

www.LakerLutzNews.com

Follow us on In nstagram @ConvivaCare

EXTENSION, from page 1A

LOBBYISTS, from page 1A

COVID-19, following UF/IFAS and Pasco County protocols.

Like other operations throughout Florida, the Extension office closed when Florida went on lockdown.

Then, Extension pivoted.

“We went virtual, quickly. It’s not a surprise, because that’s what Extension is, anywhere — we adjust, we’re flexible, we’re adaptable.

“Honestly, I can’t be prouder of this team. I’m not surprised, but I can’t be prouder of the team.

“They just, literally overnight, said,‘OK, we’re not in person — which has been the standard for 100 years for Extension — we’re going to make the best of this, we’re going to adjust and we put everything on line.

“So, they just picked up and ran with it,” she said.

Even those who were not particularly comfortable with technology made the switch.

“They knew this is what had to be done.

There was not one complaint. There was not one grumble from this team,” Elmore said.

The staff stays focused.

“We are very mission-oriented. We have servant’s hearts.The public needed us in so many ways, and that shifted some, especially with what we call ‘pandemic’ gardening.

“The horticulture questions went through the roof, with people working in our community gardens. Our community gardens employees were considered essential because that’s food systems related and those continued on, not missing a beat.

“We set up dozens of online learning opportunities. We partnered with the Pasco EDC, the Sheriff’s Office, you name it, to offer a wide variety of learning opportunities,” Elmore said.

The efforts received a tremendous response.

“Just our social media engagement went up about 4,000%, in a month,” the Extension services director said.

“We had people from other countries that were tuning in. Definitely, other parts of the state. They learned about us and they also learned about Pasco County,” she said.

Extension and the Pasco Economic Development Council Inc., also work together at a facility, called the One Stop Shop, on Lock Street in Dade City.The facility has a commercial kitchen and Pasco EDC offers programs aimed at helping entrepreneurs to establish businesses, and to help existing businesses thrive.

“We had people wanting to come from Miami to use our commercial space, at our One Stop Shop, because of some of the

Starkey also noted that both Hillsborough and Pinellas counties received “$10s of millions” from Washington D.C., this year.

Starkey made a motion to hire a lobbyist.

Wells asked if the motion includes hiring a federal lobbyist, as well as a state lobbyist.

Starkey replied: “I would love that. We are really missing out.We never would have got that Ridge Road project without that (lobbyist) help. I agree that we should have a federal lobbyist help us with this whole coastal effort.”

But, Commission Chairman Mike Moore asked:“On the federal side, what was our return on investment. How many bills were passed on our behalf? How much funding did we receive from the group we had previously hired on, as federal lobbyists?”

Starkey countered:“We have to be smart about what we ask for, and we haven’t used our lobbyists right. ‘Cuz we haven’t had a project, besides our Ridge Road one, that we went up there and asked them for.

Although I did ask for help in changing some of the labor laws, and we did get that.

“Even Martin County, the little Martin County over there, they have two lobbying firms in Washington.They bring back millions and millions of dollars.We have to be more savvy about what we’re asking for. I think there’s transportation money. I think

Nobody N beats a s soNNy’s deal!

B.C. MANION

Whitney Elmore enjoys her new office at UF/IFAS Extension Pasco County. She said most programming is being done online now, but things will change once the threat from COVID-19 subsides.

learning opportunities. It put a spotlight on Pasco County, and not just on Extension,” Elmore said.

Concerns about COVID-19 have caused a significant reduction of in-person classes and events.

“We do have some very small, in-person, teaching events. Those typically revolve around people needing to get a license, a certification, to continue or get new employment,” she said.

Some changes made to remain safe during COVID-19 will become permanent.

“At the end of the day, it’s been in a lot of ways, very beneficial,” she said.

Online programs are not only safer, they’re more convenient, Elmore said.

Extension has introduced new programming, which Elmore expects to continue on — even after in-person activities pick up.

“It opened up lines of creativity and collaboration, across program areas that we never really explored before, that just make sense now,” Elmore said.

Despite valuable changes that have resulted from COVID-19, there have terrible consequences, too, Elmore said.

“There are tremendous negatives to what has transpired. Economics. Jobs.

People getting sick and dying.

“We have experienced that loss in our Extension family. Dorothy Moore, she was one of our master gardeners. She passed away in July, in Dade City.

“That was a hard hit for us. Emotionally, that took a toll,” she said, plus it required Extension staffers who had been in contact with Moore to quarantine for 14 days.

BROADCAST, from page 1A “You leave after the game and you’re doing a lot of unpacking at 1:30 in the morning at a hotel. In your 30s, it’s cool. In your 40s, it’s OK. By your 50s, you’re getting tired of it. In your 60s, you’re not sure if you can keep doing it. So being at home will be just fine with me. I was fortunate to see about all I needed to see and meet some great people along the way.’’

Peckham, admittedly a creature of routine who’s accustomed to a hockey schedule, said the COVID-19 shutdown opened his eyes even more to the beauty of the Lutz area.

“The funny thing is, when hockey season is roaring along, you’re so busy that sometimes you don’t realize how fortunate you are to be in Florida,’’ Peckham said. “When the game’s weren’t being played, we could get outside and the weather was just gorgeous. I took full advantage of playing golf.

Other than that, we coped the best we could, and it was great that the season was able to be finished.’’

Peckham said he’ll forever be grateful for the circumstances of his final call. It was an

OPEN & COOVID SAFE

exciting game, a dramatic overtime winner from Point, and a swirl of gratitude and emotions from others that overwhelmed him.

“It was an announcer’s dream,’’ Peckham said.“To have a game like that, a clean gamewinner and an exciting finish, it could not have worked out more perfectly.There were emotions for me, sure, but overall, I tried to approach it like any other game.’’

That approach has served Peckham well for decades.

“You always tried to be honest, accurate, under control, but you always wanted to be aware of the reaction of the fans,’’ Peckham said.“The fans here really care.They’ve gone through a lot to be recognized as a hockey market. They got to win the Stanley Cup in 2004 and they’ve been so close in recent years, then they got another one.

“All of those things go into how you present the game. I’ve been fortunate to have a great situation and lots of stability. Jeff Vinik (Lightning owner) and everyone in the organization make you proud to work for the Tampa Bay Lightning. Everything has been done in a first-class manner.The way it happened for me, I couldn’t write a story and have it end any better.’’

APPLIANCES • BEDDING • CENTRAL AIR

U USA MA ADE

APPLIANCE ES

IN-STOCK K

59999

$

69999

$

4999

$

21 cu. ft.

TOP MOUNT

there’s possibly this dredge money. We should look at what other counties have done and mimic that,” Starkey said.

“We have to have a plan. We have to have an ask and then we have to go work it. And, we can’t expect it in a year or two, but you have to build those relationships,” Starkey added.

Wells asked if Starkey wanted to use a solicitation procedure to fill the positions.

County Attorney Jeffrey Steinsnyder said that the county didn’t have the option to bypass that process.

Mariano asked if the board could extend Foster’s former contract.

“You can’t just go with Mr. Foster. It has to go out for bid,” Steinsnyder said, adding that Foster’s contract had long since expired and could not be resuscitated.

Commissioner Ron Oakley asked where the funding would come from, for the two positions.

County Administrator Dan Biles said:“I don’t know.This discussion is new to me.

“There’s not funding for either one in the budget. If the board wants to do that, we obviously will amend the budget to add money into the budget to do that, and then we will do the solicitation process for both contracts,” Biles said.

Moore said he thinks there is money available for the positions this year from funding that was returned to the county, that would cover the positions for this year — without dipping into reserves. But that would be for this year only.

30” STTA AINLESS STEEL GAS RANGE

3 30” SMOOTH H TOP STA ST AINLES SS STEEL RA ANGE

REFRIGERA ATTOR

READ DYY NOW FOR PICKUP OR DELIVVER RYY! TAKE IT HOME TTO TA ODA DAYY!

99

FFGF3051TS

WFE320M0JS W

FFTR2021TW

24” DISHWASSHERS Starting at

299

$ Visit our Heart ooff V the Home Showrooom.

Over 25 Kitchen Displlays!

CENTRAL AIR

SALES & SERVICE E

9 99

#WET4027HW

18 cu. ft.

TTO OP FREEZER REFRIGERA

52999

$

IF IT’S NOT N GREEN, GREEN IT’S NO OT REAL!

ELECTRIC STTA ACKED LAUNDRY CENTER

$

ories eggcess too!!

12999999

TOP BRANDS S

$

& MORE! Wee come to yourr W home and measure

4 FREE Just Contact Us!!

2779999

MATTRESS T

SA ALE!

44-PIECE CAST IRON BLACK KITCHEN SUITE

• 25 cu.. ft. Sidebyy-Side b Refrigerator with Exterior Ice and Wa W ater and Soft MSS25C4MGK MMV4206HK Freeze Bin MER8800HK MDB7959SHK • 30-Inch Wide Electric Range with Tr True Con C vection ti • 2.0 Cu. Ft.. OverThe-Ranggee Microwa wa avve with Interior Cooking Rack • TToop Control Powerful

*See See Store S for Details

Go G Ques sti s? lets t on n l in .

JUST 30 MINUUTES FROM WESLEY CHAPEL C AND LAND O’’ LAKES APPLIANCES • BEDDING • CENTRRAL AIR We accept Visa, MC, Discover yy,, W We Weells e FFaargo

10651 HWYY.. 301 SOUTH S • DADE CITY • WWW.SONNYSAPPLIANCES.NET • 352-5567-6224 M-F 9 AM – 5 PM • SAATT 9 AM – 4 PM • CLOSED SSUNDAAYYS TO BE WITH FAMIL FA LYY

Fo F ollow us on instagram

www.LakerLutzNews.com

October 7, 2020

11A

Community Sports Your Neighborhood Sports Source

Hitting the links? Check these local golf courses

By Kevin Weiss kweiss@lakerlutznews.com

A

s we flip the calendar to October and corresponding cooler outdoor temperatures, it makes make an ideal time to dust off those golf clubs, iron your polo shirts and hit the links again in the morning or afternoon. Another reason: it’s also one of the more socially distanced sports or recreation activities at the ready. (Just watch out for those incoming snowbirds.)

Locally, there’s more than 20 courses spanning Odessa, Lutz and New Tampa, and all the way through East Pasco. Each presents a unique quality, from Scottish links to Floridastyle with wide open fairways and water hazards, to some with rolling hills reminiscent of North Carolina-esque layouts.

Some courses are longer than others, some more expensive and exclusive, but there’s seemingly something for anyone, whether a novice or scratch golfer.

With that, here’s a closer look at the local golf courses to check out in The Laker/Lutz News coverage area.

COURTESY OF THE GROVES GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB

The Groves Golf and Country Club, in Land O’ Lakes

COURTESY OF LAKE JOVITA GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

Lake Jovita Golf & Country Club, in Dade City

COURTESY OF LEXINGTON OAKS

Lexington Oaks Golf Club, in Wesley Chapel

COURTESY OF SADDLEBROOK RESORT & SPA COURTESY OF PLANTATION PALMS CLUB

Plantation Palms Golf Club, in Land O’ Lakes

Saddlebrook Golf Club, in Wesley Chapel

COURTESY OF SCOTLAND YARDS GOLF CLUB

Scotland Yards Golf Club, in Dade City

PASCO COUNTY GOLF COURSES The Groves Golf and Country Club: 7924 Melogold Circle, Land O’ Lakes, 18 holes, par 65 SKINNY: The Groves promotes itself as “the longest short course in Florida” suited for golfers of all skills levels. Designed by professional golfer and sportscaster Gary Koch, the 4,019-yard course surrounding 200 acres of conservation wetlands features holes ranging from 105 yards to 375 yards. Greens are well-bunkered with winding fairways flanked by trees and water. Course also features an aqua range and full-sized putting green.

Lake Jovita Golf and Country Club: 12900 Lake Jovita Blvd., Dade City,Two 18hole courses, both par 72 SKINNY: The semi-private Lake Jovita features two 18-hole championship courses, the North and South, which Golf Digest magazine once called,“one of the best kept secrets in Central Florida.” Unlike much of Florida, rolling hills and elevation changes provide for scenic views of the surrounding oaks, lakes and ponds. Both courses play a bit longer, tapping out at 7,226 yards and 7,153 yards, respectively. Lake Jovita also is home to the Saint Leo University men’s and women’s golf teams, and has played host to many college tournaments and charity scrambles.

Lexington Oaks Golf Club: 26133 Lexington Oaks Blvd.,Wesley Chapel, 18 holes, par 72 SKINNY: The 6,646-yard course traverses through woods, marshland and waters, requiring players to avoid bunkers on elevated, massive greens — including a 62-yard wide surface on the 18th hole.Three of its par 3s are handicapped as the toughest holes on the course — including the 233-yard second hole, carryover water on a two-tiered green.

Links of Lake Bernadette: 5430 Links Lane, Zephyrhills, 18 holes, par 71 SKINNY: The semi-private club was designed, built and previously owned by former golf Dean Refram, who also designed the original Saddlebrook.The 6,400-yard course is regarded for rolling fairways, towering pines, and playable for golfers of all ages and skills levels. Golf Digest once rated it as the “Best Overall Value” in Tampa Bay. Plantation Palms Golf Club: 23253 Plantation Palms Blvd., Land O’ Lakes, 18 holes, par 72 SKINNY: The 6,831-yard course presents a difficult layout, with water hazards on all but one hole en route to rolling, elevated greens. Property also features a lighted driving range and 18-holf miniature golf course.

Saddlebrook Resort: 5700 Saddlebrook Way,Wesley ChapelTwo 18-hole courses, par 70 and par 71 SKINNY: The renowned Saddlebrook Resort features two 18-hole courses — Palmer Course, Saddlebrook Course — which incorporate rolling fairways and well-maintained greens, along wilderness areas full of cypress, pine and palm trees. Other frills also stand out — including a 16-acre golf training center and professional golf instruction utilizing state-of-the-art swing technology through Trackman, SAM Balance Lab ad SAMPuttLab. The facility is home to Saddlebrook Preparatory School, which has groomed many elite-level junior golfers, including Australian-born Karl Vilips, one of the world’s top-ranked amateurs now competing at Stanford University.

12A

October 7, 2020

COURTESY OF TAMPA BAY GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB COURTESY OF SILVERADO GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB

Silverado Golf and Country Club, in Zephyrhills

COURTESY OF HERITAGE HARBOR GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB

Heritage Harbor Gold and Country Club, in Lutz

Saint Leo Abbey Golf Course: 33640 State Road 52 W., Saint Leo, 18 holes, par 71 SKINNY: The manageable 5,659-yard public course with a slope rating of 105 is convenient and affordable for Saint Leo University students and faculty, located directly across the road from the main campus.

Scotland Yards: 9424 U.S. 301 S., Dade City, 18 holes, par 72 SKINNY: The 6,661-yard course plays into its namesake — a traditional links-style layout reminiscent of courses played in England and Scotland.Though relatively few water hazards, many pot bunkers are strategically located throughout.

Silverado Golf and Country Club: 36841 Clubhouse Drive, Zephyrhills, 18 holes, par 72 SKINNY: The semi-private 6,671-yard layout is accented by 100-year-old oaks shading the course’s clubhouse and fairways. It also is home to a variety of Florida wildlife like sandhill cranes, red-tail hawks, egrets, grey squirrels, ducks, geese and even foxes. The club features a full practice area including grass driving range, chipping and bunker areas, plus a 3,000-square-foot practice putting green.

Southport Springs: 3509 Southport Springs Parkway, Zephyrhills, 18 holes, par 69 SKINNY: The nearly 5,000-yard course prides itself on being a quick round and accommodating senior golfers, but still testing low handicappers because of narrow fairways and small greens.

Tampa Bay Golf and Country Club: 10641 Old Tampa Bay Drive, San Antonio, 18 holes, par 71; 9-hole executive, par 27 SKINNY: The 6,210-yard Scottish linksstyle courses requires golfers to steer narrow tree-lined fairways and water hazards on all 18 holes. It’s been labeled a “shot-maker’s course,” whereby accuracy and skilled iron play are a must for respectable scores.

Fairways are made up of 419 Bermuda turf while putting surfaces are made of TifEagle Bermuda grass. Novices not quite up to the task are welcome to try the club’s 9-hole, par3 executive course.

Zephyrhills City Golf Course: 39248 B Ave., Zephyrhills, 18 holes, par 68 SKINNY: The 5,054-yard layout has a 70.0 course rating and a slope rating of 113. Since opening in the 1970s, it’s been a local favorite —approachable for beginners, yet offering advanced players an opportunity for a quick round. Lakes and streams play throughout the course, along with the occasional bunker strategically placed out.

www.LakerLutzNews.com

Tampa Bay Golf and Country Club, in San Antonio

COURTESY OF HUNTER’S GREEN COUNTRY CLUB

Hunter’s Green Country Club, in New Tampa

COURTESY OF TAMPA PALMS GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

COURTESY OF THE EAGLES GOLF CLUB

The Eagles Golf Club, in Odessa

COURTESY OF PEBBLE CREEK GOLF CLUB

Pebble Creek Golf Club, in New Tampa

COURTESY OF TPC TAMPA BAY

Tampa Palms Golf & Country Club, in New Tampa

TPC Tampa Bay, in Lutz

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY GOLF COURSES

Northdale Golf & Tennis Club: 4417 Northdale Blvd.,Tampa, 18 hole, par 72 SKINNY: The 6,824-yard course presents a Florida-style layout with wide-open fairways, and large, inviting greens. Natural surroundings are highlighted by cypress trees and spring-fed lakes.

The Club at Cheval: 4312 Cheval Blvd., Lutz, 18 hole, par 71 SKINNY: The semi-private, 7,005-yard layout is one of the area’s more ballyhooed courses, running through 860 acres of development property. Shot-making is critical, as the course features water hazards on every hole and 108 bunkers total. Its signature hole is a par-3 17th, where water short of the green wraps around the left side to the back of the landing surface.

The Eagles Golf Club: 16101 Nine Eagles Drive, Odessa,Two 18-hole courses, both par 72 SKINNY: Features two 18-hole golf courses surrounded by more than 30 lakes, ponds and canals. The 6,604-yard Forest Course requires accuracy, thanks to contoured fairways and well-protected greens.

Meanwhile, the lengthier 7,101-yard Lakes Course is aptly named, as water comes into play on nearly every hole, and plays more like a traditional Florida course with a generous driving area.

Heritage Harbor Golf and Country Club: 19502 Heritage Harbor Parkway, Lutz 18 holes, par 72 SKINNY: The 6,900-yard public course offers its fair share of water and marshes to cross. One appreciative feature the club markets is homes don’t crowd fairways — as only five holes out of 18 have housing on both sides. During a round, you’re bound to spot hawks, ospreys, loons, ibis, herons and kingfishers. It’s also one of the newer courses locally, built in 1999.

Hunter’s Green Golf Club: 18101 Longwater Run Drive,Tampa, 18 holes, par 72 SKINNY: The 7,059-yard course — designed by Tom Fazio, one of the most well-known golf course architects of all time — is sculpted from existing pine flatwoods and wetlands, giving it a picturesque element.

The course in 2017 was renovated with new TiFEagle Bermuda greens on all 18 holes and practice areas. Additional sand bunkers also were recently constructed throughout the entire course, bringing more of a challenge.

Pebble Creek Golf Club: 10550 Regents Park Drive,Tampa, 18 hole, par 71 SKINNY: The 6,436-yard course is set on a secluded layout with moss-draped grandfather oaks and water on 16 holes.There’s all sorts of wildlife, from alligators to sandhill cranes.

Elevated greens are another noted feature.

Silver Dollar Golf Club: 12711 Silver Dollar Drive, Odessa,Three 9-hole courses, par 35, par 36, and par 37 SKINNY: Silver Dollar’s three 9-hole championship-length courses (Gator, Panther, Bobcat) can be played individually or consecutively, each featuring a wide variety of fairways, bunkers and water features flanked by stately trees.The course also boasts one of the better practice facilities, including a full driving range, two putting greens, pitching and chipping green with sand trap, and three practice holes.

Measures a long of 6,489 yards when the Gator and Panther courses are paired together.

Tampa Palms Golf & Country Club: 5811 Tampa Palms Blvd.,Tampa, 18 hole, par 72 SKINNY: The 7,004-yard private course sits on an Audubon sanctuary and claims to test golfers of all skill levels, as water hazards come into play on 10 holes and bunkers, strategically placed throughout. Its signature par-3 17th hole requires a tee shot over an expansive body of water to a green abutting two left side bunkers.

The course is the former home of the Senior PGA Tour’s GTE Suncoast Classic Tournament.

TPC Tampa Bay: 5300 W. Lutz Lake Fern Road, Lutz, 18-hole, par 71 SKINNY: Consistently ranking among the top-rated courses in all of Florida, the PGA Tour-built 6,898-yard course winds through natural wetlands, cypress heads and lagoons.

The course presents its share of difficulties with a slew of uneven lies and water found on 15 holes. It’s played host of the PGA Tour Champions event for 21 years running.

The LAKER / Lutz NEWS INSIDE: Directories, Classifieds, Games & More

B

O C TO B E R 7 , 2 0 2 0

The Dade City Banner chronicled local news Archives of The Dade City Banner provide a wealth of information about the area’s history. Margaret Bazzell was Pasco County’s first female newspaper publisher.

Knowing Your History

By Doug Sanders Special to The Laker/Lutz News

B

y the time Katharine Graham became publisher of the Washington Post in 1963, Margaret Bazzell had already been the publisher for The Dade City Banner for 20 years.

Both women became owners of their family owned newspapers upon the deaths of their husbands.

Succeeding in a male-dominated industry, Graham was the first female publisher of a major American newspaper. Her paper’s coverage of the Watergate scandal eventually led to the resignation of President Richard Nixon in 1974.

Bazzell became the first female publisher in Pasco County during World War II. Her COURTESY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA DIGITAL COLLECTIONS husband died when he was just 42.

The National Guard was brought in to protect dozens of homes and businesses damaged by a tornado, as reported by The Dade City Banner The newspaper reported the death on April 2, 1959. under the headline — “H. S. Bazzell died suddenly Sunday p.m.,” spelled out in all capital letters.

An account, published Jan. 22, 1943, said in part: “When an employee is called upon to chronicle the passing of his employer and intimate friend it borders on the impossible.”

Prior to the Banner’s first publication on July 25, 1913, it chose a name that was briefly considered for Pasco County in 1887.

Volume 1, number 1 of the Banner was a COURTESY OF DAVID WARD COURTESY OF FIVAY.ORG “well-edited and well-ap- This old post card shows the offices of The Dade City Banner sometime in the This undated photograph shows the new Edwinola Hotel near downtown Dade pearing paper,” observed early 1920s. The newspaper’s staff is pictured on the front steps, while a comCity. Opening on March 8, 1912, it made front page news published in the first its first editor John pany car is shown on the right. edition of The Dade City Banner on July 25, 1913.

Tippen.

Published on the with princess lace. She carried a shower Glen Thompson, a member of the Friends of Banner’s front page was a picture of “the KEEPING A FINGER bouquet of lilies of the valley and stephan- the Hugh Embry Library in Dade City. beautiful Edwinola Hotel.” It was completed ON THE PULSE ON PASCO “The Banner was the newspaper of otis, centered with a white orchid.” the previous year at a cost of about $50,000.

Following seven years of work on issues With no door-to-door delivery, “sub- printed from 1913 to 1923, these copies The structure was described this way in record for legal advertisements. Hard news the Banner:“It is a fire-proof concrete build- was generated at the Pasco County scribers got the paper in the mail (and) were sent to the University of Florida. Also those who were in the military could learn shipped out were Banners found in a dumping of three stories, containing 32 guest Courthouse or city hall,”Woodcock recalls.

It was convenient that the Coleman and all about what was happening back home ster, and others stored in archival boxes at rooms, all of which are located on the second and third floors, the first floor being Ferguson Funeral Home was located on the by having the paper mailed to them,” accord- city hall. opposite side of Seventh Street from the ing to the Fivay.org website. used for office, parlor and a dining room.”

According to Angelo Liranzo, the library’s That included local sports coverage by manager, copies of The Dade City Banner In a notice to its readers and advertisers Banner.

“Their ambulances were called to emer- Gerald Newton, who was hired by the were digitized from 1914 to 1971 at a cost in 1915, the Banner promised “to conduct a clean, wholesome newspaper, which will gencies, and a check with the front office Banner in 1965 while still a 23-year-old stu- of approximately $15,000. would reveal the location and severity of the dent at Southeastern Bible College in give in every instance a fair deal to all.”

While the digital files are all PDF, the origFor much of the Banner’s history, that incident,” explains Woodcock, who grew up Lakeland. inal papers still survive.

“I was once warned about being too public pledge was followed by Margaret in Lacoochee and later retired as a staff reThey chronicle news including construcporter with The Tampa Tribune. wordy with some of my articles,” Newton tion of the new Evans bulk orange juice Bazzell.

Readers especially enjoyed the Society posted on his Facebook page for Feb. 23, concentrate facilities south of Dade City in During her time as owner and publisher until 1968, Margaret Bazzell would see her Page by editor Catherine H. McIntosh.This 2020.

1957, and the closing of the Cummer & Sons section of the Banner was filled with articles The 1979 Dade City Little League state Cypress Company in 1959. son, Harley S. Bazzell Jr., become editor.

She also hired her daughter-in-law about children’s birthday parties, families en- championship and the 1992 Pasco Pirate But, the stories of generations of families Roszlyn “Ro” Bazzell (who died earlier this tertaining out-of-town guests, and weddings state title were covered during his 47-year are the primary history that is preserved, in year); Harold Taylor, as typesetter; and that were not complete without full descrip- career that spanned three newspapers fol- part, on the pages of The Dade City Banner.

William R. Branas, as advertising manager. tions of the dresses worn by the brides. lowing the Banner, as well as sports director The records are not clear, but sometime Calling itself “Pasco County’s Leading Typical was the following published on for radio station WDCF in Dade City, and as a between 1973 and 1974, The Dade City Newspaper,” the Banner became a daily and June 30, 1952:“Given in marriage by her fa- coach and teacher for Pasco County Schools. Banner changed its name to The Pasco News would eventually cover all of East and ther, the bride (Miss Vivian Bailey) wore a Nearly 3,000 issues of The Dade City under new management.

Central Pasco County, including the towns gown of candlelight satin with the full skirt Banner are part of the digital collections on of Blanton, Dade City, Land O’ Lakes, terminating in a cathedral train.An overskirt file at the University of Florida.

Doug Sanders has a penchant for unRichland, Ridge Manor, San Antonio,Trilby, of princess lace was a feature of the gown, Preserving the newspaper began with ef- earthing interesting stories about local Gator (Wesley Chapel) and Zephyrhills. which was fashioned with a basque bodice, forts by the Pasco County Genealogy Society history. His sleuthing skills have been devel“We lived within walking distance of our with jewel neckline and long fitted sleeves in 2000. oped through his experiences in newspaper jobs,” former reporter Nell Moody with points over the hands. Her fingertip veil “They thought it would be a good idea to and government work. If you have an idea Woodcock recalls on the Pasco County his- of illusion fell from a Queen of Scots cap, start indexing the births, deaths and mar- for a future history column, contact Doug tory website Fivay.org. caught with orange blossoms, and appliqued riages in The Dade City Banner,” explains at interstar1@juno.com.

“I book ked online with InQu I ickER.” Nancy & Sydney

LOCAL WILDLIFE SPONSOR:

Facebook.com/ChuysTampa

813-948-2211

25750 Sierra Center Blvd.

Lutz, FL 33559

www.Chuys.com

Waiting for prey Marisol Fontanez got up close and personal at the Blue Jay Mobile Home Park in Dade City, with this colorful dragonfly. Dragonflies are expert fliers. They can fly straight up and down, and hover like a helicopter.

Sadie is a great family member

Sadie is 6 1/2 years old and is very caring and loving. She has a great personality, but is spoiled. She loves pulling all of her toys out and sunbathing in the Florida sun (whether it be through the window or laying on the screened patio). If you mention a walk, you better be ready to go because Sadie loves walks and becomes sad if she can’t go. Sadie hogs all the covers and pillows, and loves tummy rubs. Sadie’s family rescued her from a shelter when she was about 6 months old. She lives with Remy and Jennifer Burgunder in Land O’ Lakes.

PET OF THE WEEK FAMILIES RECEIVE A $30 GIFT CARD TO CHUY’S TEX MEX. Send us a picture and information on your favorite pet!

Write a short paragraph about why your pet is special along with a photo and mail to: Pet of the Week, c/o The Laker, P.O. Box 479, Lutz, FL 33548 or email to mrathman@lakerlutznews.com, ATTN: Pet of the Week PLEASE NOTE: OWNERS NAME AND ADDRESS MUST BE INCLUDED FOR YOUR PET TO BE CONSIDERED FOR PUBLICATION.

An easy commute Marisol Fontanez also snapped this photo of a dragonfly hitching a ride atop a turtle, at the Blue Jay Mobile Home Park in Dade City.

A U N IIQU Q U E & P LEAS QU L E A S U RAB R A B LE LE

• Full Service Restaurant & Pub

D DINING EXPERIENCE EXP PERIENCE

• Lottery System for Tee Times • NEW Champion Turf Greens • NEW Bunker Renovation

10641 Old Tampa Bay Drive, San Antonio w ww.tampabgcc.com/annual-golf-pass

AUTHEN NTIC MEXICAN CUIS SINE

Open Evveryday 11am--10pm for Carryo yout, Dellivvery & Door Dash

2020 ANNUAL GOLF PASSES • MULTI-LEVEL PASSES AVAILABLE

38361 Co Rd 54, Zephyrhills s • (813) 355-3627 • www.plaza amexicobarandgrill.com

PLATINUM

WE SL S LEY C HAPE H EL L JUS U ST 20 MINU UT TE S AWA WAY

Unlimited Green Fees • 7 Days a Week Anytime Full Access to Club Tournaments

$77.99 & Up Lu Lunch Men nu • 11am-2:30pm • 30 Ittems to choose from

B UY 1 G ET 1 1//2 OF F LU NC H M E N U ON L LU LY Y • 11A AM-2:30P M

$5 OF F

ANY P U RC HAS H E $25 OR MORE

PLAZA MEXICO Restaurant Bar & Grill

PLAZA MEXICO O Restaurant Bar & Grill

able, per visit.

With this coupon. One coupon per ta Lunches must be purchased in the same transaction.

Not valid with other offers. Offer exp pires 10/31/20.

With this coupon. One coupon per table, per visit.

Not valid with other offers or with the purchase of alcoh hol. Offer expires 10/31/20.

NEW! DROP OEFF CAR

NEW LOCATION

GOLD

SILVER

Unlimited Green Fees Mon – Fri • After 1 pm Sat & Sun • Anytime

Unlimited Green Fees on Par 3 Course

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL SETH VANHALL.

352-588-9265

NON-TOXIC FLEA AND TICK SOLUTIONS that won’t harm your Pet!

IN WESLEY CHAPEL!

INDOOR-OUTDOOR RUNS WITH A/C • DAYCARE • LODGING • TRAINING

Low cost spay/neuter, vaccines and wellness clinic

1100 % O FF OFF

CCOMPLETELY OMPLETELY N NEW EW PPLAY LAY YYARDS ARDS WITH AASTRO STRO TURF! TURF! WITH

EXP. 9/30/20

WE’RE WE’RE YYOUR OUR DOG’S DOG’S FAVORITE VVACATION ACATION SSPOT! POT! FAVORITE

ANY SERVICE

• Quality Pet Care • Satisfaction Guaranteed • Reliable and Trustworthy Caretakers

ONLY

$2598 + FREE Shipping

813-995-2275 • 10125 L AND O’ L AKES BL LV VD.

NEW Grooming Salon Now Open!

HOURS: 9:30am – 2pm • Monday – Thursday www.plannedpethoodwc.com • 813-524-6400 33931 State Road 54 • Wesley Chapel, FL 33543

BUY 3 WEEKS, GET 1 FREE* IN THE ALL NEW PETCETERA DIRECTORY!

CALL RIGHT MEOW!

(813) 909-2800 The LAKER / Lutz NEWS

SPay & nEutEr clinic:

Order now at PuraNaturalsPet.com/MBAE or call 1-888-988-9571 7ZLMZ 1\MU 86@@@ IVL UMV\QWV KWLM 5*)- NWZ \PQ[ [XMKQIT W‫ ٺ‬MZ ONLY $25.98 plus FREE Shipping Satisfaction completely guaranteed

Treating gy your p petts like our own.

Ava ila

contact us for appointment: (includes pre-anesthetic exam, anesthesia, pain & antibiotic pre-medication)

24/ ble 7

Cat Neuter: $40 • Cat Spay: $50 • Dog Neuter: $50-$95* • Dog Spay: $60-$120* *Based on weight PETS SHOULD BE HEALTHY & NOT PREGNANT. MUST BE CURRENT ON RABIES & DHPP/FVRCP VACCINES.

Economic vaccinE clinic: (813)

949-4416

21515 VILLAGE LAKES SHOPPING CENTER

LAND O’LAKES MONDAY-FRIDAY 8 AM - 6 PM SATURDAY 8 AM - 2 PM

Now hosted once a month by appointment only, visit our website for available dates and details.

• • • • • •

rabies 1 yr $15.00 Feline leukemia 2 yr $25.00 Feline distemper combo 3 yr $35.00 rabies 3 yr $30.00 canine distemper combo 3 yr $35.00 Bordetella/Kennel cough $18.00

OPEN FOR WELLNESS & MEDICAL CARE Following Strict covid-19 Protocol: • Home delivery available for medications and food • Owners stay outside in their vehicle • Reserved parking available • Live video available during your pet's exam

FAMIL A LY Y-OWNED & OPERATED

(813) 78 88-3065

www w.FaithfulFriend dsCremation.com

U Dirty Dog PEt GRoomiNG

813-948-2400 Cats Welcome

DUE TO HIGH CALL VOLUME, PLEASE TEXT US AT 813-803-2441 www.gentlecarepethospital.com • Facebook.com/gentlecare Pet Hospital 2B

October 7, 2020

www.LakerLutzNews.com

19025 US HWY 41 N • Lutz

FREE Nail Grind with any groom

PET PAWS Be ‘BearWise’ this fall The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is reminding residents to help protect both people and bears by securing garbage and other items that might attract these animals to a yard or neighborhood.

According to an FWC news release, in the fall, Florida black bears prepare for winter by consuming extra calories to pack on fat. During this time, bears require around 20,000 calories a day and will eat anything that is convenient.

Food from garbage cans provide bears with more calories in a shorter amount of time than foraging in the woods.

Find out how to help bears remain wild and keep them away from your home by visiting MyFWC.com/Bear and clicking on the “Learn More” button. To view “how-to” videos and information on securing attractants, click on the “Brochures and Videos” section.

It is illegal in Florida to intentionally feed bears or leave out food or garbage that will attract bears and cause human-bear conflicts.

If you see or suspect that someone is feeding or attracting bears, call the FWC Wildlife Alert Hotline at (888) 404-3922.

HUNTING TREE-STAND SAFETY

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) offers tips on tree-stand safety during hunting season. Use these simple precautions when

hunting from an elevated platform: • Use a full-body safety harness every time a tree stand is used, with a rope safety line and a prusik knot to stay connected to the tree. All equipment, including an unloaded firearm, should be pulled into the stand using a haul line. Ladder stands are safer than other types of stands, using the same safety precautions as a tree stand.

• Wear nonslip boots, and clean mud and other debris off boots before climbing.

Always keep three points of contact with a ladder while climbing up or down.And, use a haul line to pull gear up, so hands are free for climbing.

• Check tree stand, and ladder stand straps and chains, every season and before each use for signs of wear, fatigue and cracks, or for loose or missing nuts and bolts. Use manufacturer-approved replacement parts.

• Install climbing aids or steps above the stand when using a lock-on stand, so you are stepping down onto the seating platform.

• Keep the tether distance between you and tree as short as possible, to minimize distance in case of a fall.The strap or rope around the tree the hunter is connected to should always be above the head.

• Keep a cellphone or signaling device and suspension relief device within easy reach, in case of a fall.And, make sure a rescue plan is in place before a hunt.

Visit tinyurl.com/y57mwozs for a free tree-stand safety course.

SPAGHETTI OR SHELLS

DAILY LUNCH SPECIAL

and 1 topping

OR Spaghetti, Salad & Drink

$5.99 $9.99

Small Pizza, Salad & Drink

Tues, Wed and Sun

DELIVERY DELIVERY THRU THRU DOOR DOOR DASH DASH ••• ••• DINE-IN DINE-IN TAKE TAKE OUT OUT ORDER ORDER ONLINE ONLINE ••• ••• PICKUP PICKUP WINDOW WINDOW WHERE WHERE AVAILABLE AVAILABLE

LAND O’ LAKES 813-996-1211 DADE CITY 352-567-1414 ZEPHYRHILLS 813-779-1999

FOLLOWING GUIDELINES FOR DINE-IN

ACCEPTING NEW RESIDENTS IN PERSON TOURS NOW AV AVAILABLE A

2 YEAR CK RATE LO LE! B A AVAIL briella to Call Ga your in schedule h! r & lunc rson tou pers

6677 -6

813-508

Assisted Living vs. Staying at Home When seniors have oppor tunities for socializzation, healthy eating g and exercise, their q quality y of life and overall well being increase dramatically.

Duckie is a fabulous feline

Duckie is a 3-year-old longhaired female with beautiful yellow-green eyes and a stunning coat. She can be seen looking down from high perches in the shelter’s cat room or lounging cozily in her blankets in her bed.

Pyke loves a good stroll

Pyke is a 3-year-old brindle boy who loves going on walks. His bright amber eyes light up on a stroll. This goofy grinning guy would love to find his forever home. Slow introductions are advised when Pyke meets new friends and family.

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

For more information, email adoptionpartners@pascocountyfl.net.

Victiim of the COVID--19 Economy?

Are You A

B Bankrupt cy maayy be your best option.

STTO S OP HAR RA ASSING CALLS, WAGE GARNISHMENTS, PROPERTY SEIZURES, BAN NK LEVIES

ASSISTED LIVING

STTAYYING AT HOME

Nutrition Beach House offers three expertly prepared meals served daily in a beautiful and spacious dining room. room Relieved of grocery shopping, cooking and clean up, our residents can engage in lively conversation with friends while enjoying nutritionally balanced, delicious dishes.

Nutrition Preparing fresh meals, especially when cookingg and shopping for just one or two peop people le is often a cumbersome endeavor. Less nutritious meals, which are often more easily accessible, often become the norm and can lead to health deterioration.

Home Upkeep Courteous, efficient housekeeping and laundry services are provided weekly.

We provide prompt maintenance of all your residence and community needs.

Home Upkeep For older adults, the responsibilities of home upkeep and maintenance can be daunting.

Never mind, the day-to-day laundry and housekeeping responsibilities.

Care Availability Beach House has highly trained caregiving staff and nurses available 24 hours a dayy, 7 days a week. Emergency call systems are in every apartment.

Care Availability Although in home care can be hired, the cost is often not affordable. In case of emergencies, most seniors do not have assistance immediately available.

The health, safety and comfort of our residents and teams is our top priority. We carefully follow the rapidly changing situation and are proactive in our efforts to continue to maintain a coronavirus free community.

Call today to learn more. (813) 508-6677.

Knowledggeable – 2,000 bankkruptcy cases Personal – work directly with tthe attorney, y, not a paraleggaal Close By – Just 20 minutes from Wesley Chapel FREE BANKRUPTCY EV VA ALUA ATION Personal and Business

ATTORNEY O ROBERT C. BURNETTE 813-7 788-6800 • rcburne ettepa@gmail.com 5710 Gall G Boulevard, Suite C • ZZephyrhills, FL 33542

30070 State Road 56 | Wesley Chapel | Florida 33543 AL#13147

BeachHouseWiregrass.com com

The LAKER / Lutz NEWS WORD SEARCH & SUDOKU ANNOTATION ANTHOLOGY APPENDIX ATLAS BARCODE BIBLIOGRAPHY BIOGRAPHY BROWSE

CALL NUMBER CARREL CHECKOUT CIRCULATE CITATION COPYRIGHT DATABASE DOWNLOAD

FOLIO HOLDINGS INDEX JOURNAL LOAN PERIODICALS RETURN VOLUME

SEE SOLUTIONS, PAGE 7B

To solve a SUDOKU, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes.

The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!

www.LakerLutzNews.com

October 7, 2020

3B

Fall Facial cial Rejuvenation ej venatio tio ion (Surgical Surgical and nd Non-Surgical on-Surgical Approaches) p p r oa c h e s )

unch & Learn earn Lunch

with: Manik S. Bedi, M.D.

TTrriple Board Certified Surgeon • Mediccal Director, TTaampa Surgical Arts

COMPLIMENT TA ARY SEMINAR

10AM 1 • Satur da ay y,, Oct. 24th 17751 Gunn Highway •O Odessa, FL 33556 RSVP REQUIRED due to o limited seating Hors d'Oeuvres and refreshm ments will be ser ved Masks are rre equired for guests g and staff

813-6 694-7242

way • Odessa, FL 33556 17751 Gunn Highw www.tampasurgicalarts.com

Ne ew, low rates right arround the cornerr..

Ardeshir K Khorsandian Ins Agy Adi Khorsandian, Agent 20752 Center Oak Drive Tampa, FL 33647 Bus: 813 -991 - 4111

Here’s the deal, Lutz. State Farm® has new, lower auto rates right in your neighborhood.

Save more cash with the real deal.

Call me today for a quote.

Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.®

State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company Bloomington o , IL 20 0114 5

Health

&

Wellness Send health news to news@lakerlutznews.com

HEALTH LIBRARY

Due to the temporary suspension of all classes, BayCare offers a Health Library online for those interested in finding health and wellness resources, and medical information.

The library includes a variety of topics for a variety of reasons, such as: Drug Interaction Checker; Vitamins, Herbs and Supplements; HealthNav; and, a Health Encyclopedia that contains information on thousands of conditions and treatments.

Podcasts and quizzes also can be found through the library link.

The information provided in the library is “not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice,” according to BayCare’s website.

For information, visit BayCare.org/health-library.

RAPID COVID TESTING

AdventHealth Centra Care has doubled its weekly rapid testing capacity for COVID-19.

The rapid antigen test is run in-house, with results back in 15 minutes.

The tests are now available at Centra Care locations.

The increase in testing capacity will allow Centra Care to conduct more than 20,000 tests per week, which averages to about 100 tests per day, at select locations.

Anyone who wants to be tested should make an online reservation, at Centracare.adventhealth.com/urgent-care/covid-19-testing, to be evaluated by a Centra Care provider.

CHARITY OF THE MONTH

World-Class Vision

The Florida Breast Cancer Foundation will be the featured charity of the month at the Pasco County Tax Collector’s Office.

The foundation’s main objectives are to advocate on behalf of patients, education the public on all aspects of breast cancer, and to provide funds for research seeking new treatments and ultimately a cure for breast cancer.

Individuals can choose to trade in a regular license plate for the “End Breast Cancer” specialty tag, with an automobile registration renewal.

Customers also can purchase the tag for newly registered vehicles, or use the voluntary check-off box on their registration form and donate directly.

All five tax collector office locations also will accept cash donations on behalf of the Florida Breast Cancer Foundation.

For information, contact Greg Giordano, assistant tax collector, at (727) 847-8179, or visit PascoTaxes.com.

MEDICARE SEMINAR

The Area Agency on Aging of PascoPinellas will host a Zoom meeting on Oct. 8 at 10 a.m., to discuss the Medicare Part D Drug Plan.

Advance registration is required. Contact Geralyn Fortney at (727) 570-9696, ext. 273, or Geralyn.fortney@aaapp.org, for more information.

WALK AND TALK

Jeffrey Wipfli, MD CATARACT SURGEON

St. Luke’s world-class eyecare clinic is just around the corner in the Tampa-Carrollwood area. Renowned cataract specialist, Dr. Jeffrey Wipfli is ready to handle your cataract concerns!

NAMI Pasco (National Alliance on Mental Illness) will host a “Walk and Talk” at 8 a.m., on Oct. 11, Oct. 18 and Oct. 25, at Zephyr Park, 38116 Fifth Ave., in Zephyrhills.

Visit NAMI Pasco on Facebook for additional walks and information.

HEALTHY COOKING

AdventHealth Wesley Chapel will offer a free virtual fall healthy cooking demo on Oct. 13 from noon to 7 p.m.

The hospital’s chef, Edgardo EscribanoAlicea, and dietician Jenn Spitzer will prepare a pan-seared salmon over sunset arugula and spinach with a white balsamic reduction, finished off with a pumpkin mousse for dessert.

Participants will receive the recipe for the dish prior to the date of the cooking demo.

For information, call (813) 929-5000, or email AHWC.marketing@adventhealth.com.

BENEFIT FOOD TRUCK RALLY

13303 N. Dale Mabry Highway | Tampa, FL 33618

Terlep Chiropractic, 8466 Northcliffe Blvd., in Spring Hill, will host a “Spine & Dine Food Truck Rally” on Oct. 17 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., to benefit People Helping People of Hernando County.

The event will include fried food, barbecue food, mac and cheese, burgers, desserts, non-alcoholic drinks, and more.

There also will be games for kids, and music.

Guests who bring in a few nonperishable food items for the pantry will receive free Xrays, exams, and a new patient consult.

Existing patients who donate will receive their next visit for free.

This outdoor event will have social distancing guidelines in place.

For information, call (352) 666-2222.

VIRTUAL FUNDRAISER

We comply with all CDC COVID-19 guidelines

Call Today! 813-333-9544 or visit us at StLukesEye.com

4B

October 7, 2020

www.LakerLutzNews.com

The Lighthouse for the Visually Impaired and Blind (LVIB) will host a virtual fundraiser, “Donating in the Light,” on Oct. 20 at 6 p.m.

The event is designed to raise awareness about vision impairment and funds for services benefiting visually impaired residents of Pasco, Hernando and Citrus counties.

The fundraiser will include recognition of sponsors and donors; a speech by one of the LVIB clients on how donations help; and

prize drawings.

For log-in information and a list of prizes, visit LVIB.org/events/donating-in-the-light.

Every donation of $50 or more will earn a chance to win one (or more) of several prizes.

To donate, use the NOW button online at LVIB.org, or call (727) 815-0303.

All donations must be received by Oct. 17.

ALZHEIMER’S WALK

The Alzheimer’s Association will host its annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Oct. 24.

This year, the association is encouraging participants to walk as individuals or in small groups, on sidewalks, tracks and trails across Pasco County.

New features have been added to the Walk to End Alzheimer’s mobile app, to create an opportunity for the community to connect.

Participants can use the app and the new “Walk Mainstage” to track steps and distance, follow a virtual walk path, manage Facebook fundraisers, and access information and resources from the association and walk sponsors to help individuals and families affected by the disease.

A new audio track also will be available to encourage participants along the way.

There still will be an Opening Ceremony, broadcast at 9 a.m., featuring local speakers and a presentation of Promise Flowers to honor the personal reasons participants join together to fight Alzheimer’s and other dementia.

For details, updates and to register, visit ALZ.org/walk.

LUNCH & LEARN

Tampa Surgical Arts, 17751 Gunn Highway in Odessa, will host a complimentary Fall Facial Rejuvenation Lunch & Learn on Oct. 24 at 10 a.m. Hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be served.

An RSVP is required due to limited seating. For information, call (813) 694-7242.

TEMPORARY VISITOR POLICY

Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point, 14000 Fivay Road in Hudson, has instituted a Temporary Visitor Policy, in order to protect patients, visitors, physicians and caregivers from the spread of the coronavirus.

Visiting hours are from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., seven days a week.

• Inpatient Units: One visitor per patient is permitted. No visitors will be allowed in the Coronavirus Units.

• Emergency Room: One visitor per patient in the ER. • Patients Undergoing Procedures: One visitor allowed per patient.Visitor must remain in the designated waiting area. If the patient is admitted, the visitor can visit with the patient after the patient is admitted to a room.

• Anyone younger than the age of 18 will not be considered for visitation, unless they are the parent of a hospitalized child.

• Hospital cafeteria: Visitors are not allowed.

For more information, please visit BayonetPointHospital.com.

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

The Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point Weight Management Center will host monthly Weight Management Support Group meetings on the fourth Wednesday of every month, at 6 p.m.

The group is free and meets at the Rao Musunuru M.D. Conference Center, 14100 Yosemite Drive in Hudson.

Attendees must be screened, and are required to wear a mask and follow social distancing guidelines.

For more information and to register, please call (727) 869-5498, or visit BayonetPointHospital.com.

ZUMBA FOR HEALTH

Zumba for Women will resume at the Karl & DiMarco North Dance Studio, 19022 Geraci Road in Lutz, every Monday and Friday, at 10:30 a.m.

No other classes will be going on at the same time, so contact with others will be limited.The dance studio is prepped and taped for social distancing.

Classes are $5 each.

For more information, please email dance911@gmail.com.

HIV/HEP C TESTING

The Florida Department of Health in Pasco County has resumed free rapid HIV and Hepatitis C testing on Wednesdays and Thursdays, at 10841 Little Road in New Port Richey.

Results from rapid tests will be available in 20 minutes.

For information on HIV from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), visit CDC.gov/hiv/default.html.

For more on Hepatitis C from the CDC, visit CDC.gov/hepatitis/hcv/index.htm.

Testing is available by appointment only.

Call (727) 619-0260.

The Laker/Lutz News likes to keep our readers informed about available classes, seminars, lectures and events regarding health and wellness issues. Hospitals, doctors, individual practitioners and anyone related to the health care industry can submit information, at least two weeks in advance, to be considered for publication.

Photos of events, recognitions and so on, also are welcome. Submissions should include who, what, where, when, cost, contact information, identifications for individuals in a photo (unless it is a large group), and a photo credit. This information should be emailed to news@lakerlutznews.com.

MEDICARE ELIGIBLES

Arre you Paying A P i g

TO OO MUC CH CH

for your y M di Med dica d are S pp Sup ple eme e ent?

$0 Monthly Premiums on Most Plans

$0 or Low Copayss for Tier 1 Prescriptio ons

WA WAYS W AYS TO ENROLL: ENRO OLL OLL: 1

Call us u today

2

Atten nd a Seminar

$0 Copays p y for PCP Visits

Visio on, Hearing and De ental $GP GƂV U

Transportation p for PlanCovered Services

FREE E

bl

3

Log into i a Webiinar

Please Call

1-866-701-3185 1 866 701 3185 5* TTY 711 www.youroptimumhealthcare.com * Please call between Oct 1st and Dec 7th 2020 Optimum HealthCare, Inc. is an HMO with a Medicare contract and a contract with the t state Medicaid program. Enrollment in Optimum HealthCare, Inc. depends on contract renewal. For accommodattion of persons with special neeeds at meetings call 1-866-245 1-86 -5360 (TTY: 711). Every year, Medicare evaluates plans based on a 5-star rating system. Optimum HealthCare, Inc. complies with applicabble Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. Optimum HealthCare,, Inc. cumple con las leyes fedeerales de derechos civiles aplicaables y no discrimina por motivos de raza, color, nacionalidad, edad, discapacidad o sexo. Optimum p HealthCare,, Inc. konfòm ak lwa sou dwa sivil Federal ki aplikab p yo y e li ppa fè diskriminasyon y sou baz ras,, koulè, peyi orijin, laj, enfimite oswa sèks. Español (Spanish): ATENCIÓN: Ó Si habla español, tiene a su disposición servicios gratuitos de assistencia lingüística. Llame al 1-866-2 45-5360 (TTY: 711). Kreyòl Ayisyen (French Creole): ATANSYON: Si w pale Kreyòl Ayisyen, gen sèvis èd pou lang ki disponib gratis pou ou. Rele 1-866-245-5360 (TTY: 711).

H5594_21NP_Upload_M www.LakerLutzNews.com

October 7, 2020

5B

Best in Small Business 813-909-2800 • classifieds@lakerlutznews.com ALUMIN NUM

AIR CONDITIONING

CLEANING SERVICE

STEVE’S ALUMINUM & SCREENING, LLC “Fo For ALL Y Yoourr Scre reening Nee e ds.””

• Pool Enclosures • Sunrooms • Screen Rooms • Glass Rooms • Rescreening

$20% OFF

Frree Esti timate tes • Lice censed ed & Insure red

727-847-6216

First Time Cleaning Must present coupon. Not to be combined with any other offers.

CLEANING * 20% onffing

Julia Kerzner

a first clestomers

Owner

*new cu

813-401-1633 jbabes101@gmail.com

Cleaning done by Owner • Satisfaction Guaranteed • Free Estimates • No Contracts Required • Bonded 35 yrs experience • Open 24hrs/7 Days a week • Licensed & Insured

Bella Casa Cleaning Service

KERZNER KLEANING Leaving houses klean and esh

Commercial & Residental Cleaning

Licensed, bonded, and insured Guaranteed satisfied

advertising Lady L

WORKS

CLEANING SERVICE SERVING TAMPA BAY AREA, LUTZ, LAND O’ LAKES & WESLEY CHAPEL

Repairing water damaged ceilings & walls.

Retexturing, Popcorn removal, Room Additions.

Cracks, holes, plaster, stucco repair & PAINTING.

MOVE-INS OR OUTS WEEKLY & BI-WEEKLY 30+ YEARS EXPERIENCE

Construction & Yard Debris, Appliances & Furniture, House Clutter & Hoarder Houses

FREE ESTIMATES • AFFORDABLE, QUALITY WORK

RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL

Call Ron 813-784-5999

10% OFF FOR NEW CLIENTS

813-909-2800

Residential & Commercial

NOT A HANDYMAN

8 1 3 - 2 6 3 -7 9 6 6

TheLAKER / LutzNEWS

JUNK REMOVAL

DRYWALL SPECIALIST

FREE ESTIMATES

in Best in Small Business

727.485.5736

DRYWALL SPECIALIST

CLEANING SERVICE

Ask about the REFER A FRIEND program!

YOU NAME IT, WE'LL REMOVE IT!

Now Accepting Credit Cards • State Certified SCC131149699 • We Keep Appointments

PEST CONTROL

More Neighborhoods

Proud to be locally owned & operated

More Customers Best in Small Business Directory

70,000 READERS

Green Pest Control

Rodent Management

Residential

Termite Prevention

Commercial

Entry Point Repair Services

Wildlife Trapping

Lawn & Shrub Care

Ads begin at just $50/wk

The LAKER / Lutz NEWS

$10 Off $25 Off YOUR 1ST REMOVAL

A FULL LOAD!

*Not to be combined with any other discount or coupon

*Not to be combined with any other discount or coupon

Call today for a free estimate! 727-401-9535 www.facebook.com/JunkJunkiesLLC #KeepingItClean

(813) 909-2800

First Green Certified Indoor Pest Control Service FREE! UP TO $150.00 VALUE* AY OD

It's Time to Go GREEN L

UR YO

TO GROW

PLUMBING

BUSINESS

T

L CA *SOME RESTRICTIONS APPLY

www.nvirotect.com PLUMBING

ANYTIME PLUMBING OF CENTRAL FLORIDA, INC. Pasco/Hillsborough (813)

792-2264 • Pinellas (727) 822-1742

Certified Backflow Testing, Repair & Replacement 24 /7/365 • No Overtime • Flat Rate Pricing • Re-Pipes Hydro-Jetting • Sewer Replacement • Slab Leak Repair Drain Cleaning & Repairs • Sewer Inspection

$ FREE ESTIMATES www.PlumbingAnytime.com Lic # CFC1425923 • Bonded/Insured

75 off 30 off $

ANY WATER HEATER INSTALLATION

ANY REPAIR with this ad

One time use, can not be combined with other coupons.

Expires 10/31/20

PRINTER REP PA AIR

Print D Doctor MD REPAIR R & MAINTENANCE 813 3--748-4354

ROOFING www.eliteroofingservices.com

got roof?

Commercial/Industrial/Residential Lic# CCC1325569

COMMER RCIA AL SERVICES

• Printerss, Copiers, & Fax Machines • On-site diagnostics d and repair • Service contracts • Rem man nufactured toner cartridges • Inv I ven ntory management • TTech h support available

SPECIALIZING IN ALL TYPES OF ROOFING

ROOFING

CARL MARTIN

ROOFING

FREE NO OBLIGATION ESTIMATE

(813) 630-0800

GET NOTICED in Best in Small Business TheLAKER / LutzNEWS

813-909-2800

SCREENING

PRESSURE WASHING

PRESSURE WASHING PAVER CLEANING/SEALING

& EXTERIOR HOME SANITIZING! Tampa Bay Pro

PRESSURE WASHING, LLC

FREE

ESTIMATES! LICENSED & INSURED • RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL

$

69

EXPIRES 10/31/20

TREE SERVICE FREE

ESTIMATES

FREE

Estimates

FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED SINCE 1972

Guaranteed Roof Repairs

813-977-0066

Certified Arborist • Lic & Work Comp Insured

TREE REMOVAL • TREE TRIMMING • STUMP GRINDING

813-265-3224

Support your local small businesses!

October 7, 2020

UP TO 1000 SQ.FT.

813-892-0738

licensed • bonded • insured CCC 1325565

specializing in reroofs & repairs

6B

DRIVEWAY & SIDEWALKS

www.LakerLutzNews.com

Classifieds 813-909-2800 • classifieds@lakerlutznews.com

GARAGE / YARD SALES

GARAGE / YARD SALES

LAKE PADGETT ESTATES

Connerton’s

A COMMUNITY OF OVER 1,000 HOMES!

COMMUNITY WIDE

COMMUNITY

YARD SALE

Saturday, Oct 10th

8AM START! Follow signs from S.R. 54 and Collier Parkway

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17TH 8AM- 1PM

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE

We will provide a map listing of all registered garage sales. Please stop by the Clubhouse to pick one up or request one via email. Remember to practice social distancing and please wear a mask.

21100 Fountain Garden Way Land O’ Lakes, FL 34637 (813) 996-5800 activities@myconnerton.com

POST JOB HERE ADVERTISE with

The Laker/ Lutz News

LEGAL NOTICES Fictitious Name Notice Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the name

“Casa Seta� intend to register the name with the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Pasco County, Florida.

Maria Garcia - 100% OWNEr 5036 rushbrook rd. Land O’ Lakes, FL 34638

HOMES FOR SALE

'!-% 0!'% !.37%23

New and Used homes available in Arbor Oaks, a 55+ community located in beautiful Zephyrhills.

Limited Time 50% lot rent for 1 year with new home purchase Newby Realty 941-479-2849

GENERAL EMPLOYMENT

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Immediate HIRE! PART TIME & FULL TIME POSITIONS

LIEN SALE NOTICE

Professional House Cleaner to join our friendly cleaning company, serving Land O' Lakes, Lutz, Wesley Chapel & New Tampa. ••• Must have Prior experience, be reliable, & having own transportation is a MUST!

Notice is hereby given that StoreRight Self Storage VI will sell the contents of the following self storage units by public auction to satisfy their liens against these tenants, in accordance with the Florida Self-Storage Facility Act. The auction will take place at this location on

Tuesday, October 20th, 2020 AT 11:30AM.

Call Linda at 813-263-7966

Units are believed to contain household goods, unless otherwise listed.

StoreRight Self Storage

FOR SALE

111 Crystal Grove Blvd – Lutz, FL 33548 Phone: 813-567-8100

PERFECTLY

DO NOT CALL STORE!!

TENTEDEDEDERLICIOU&S

Troy Bailey (301) Peter Serano (1005) Auction is cash only. All purchased items are sold as is, where is and must be removed within 24 hours. Sale is subject to cancellation in the event of a settlement with the tenant.

GUARAN

GET THE OMAHA STEAKS CLASSIC

INTRODUCTORY PRICE:

12999

$

4 (5 oz.) Butcher’s Cut Filet Mignons 8 (4 oz.) Boneless Pork Chops 4 Boneless Chicken Breasts (1 lb. pkg.)

4 (4 oz.) Omaha Steaks Burgers 8 (3 oz.) Gourmet Jumbo Franks 4 (3.8 oz.) Individual Scalloped Potatoes 4 (4 oz.) Caramel Apple Tartlets Omaha Steaks Seasoning Packet $296.87* separately

REALTY SERVICE

OLGA AMAYA PLUS 4 MORE BURGERS

Your Community Realtor

& 4 MORE

E CHICKEN BREASTS FRE

*Savings shown over aggregated single item base price. Limit 2 pkgs. Free gifts must ship with #64185 Standard S&H will be added.

Expires 10/31/20. Š2020 Omaha Steaks, Inc.

* CERTIFIED IN * SHORT SALES & FORECLOSURES * BILINGUAL * LOOKING FOR BUYERS AND SELLERSÂ

ORDER NOW! 1.813.755.1790 ask for 64185AFK

786-458-5624

www.OmahaSteaks.com/meals335

MEDICAL / DENTAL

Fictitious name notice? Job to post?

Room for rent? Obituary?

Garage or yard sale?

Equal Housing Opportunity.

STOP TAKING PILLS Get Your Medical Marijuana Card fast & easy!

Contact us for a FREE EVALUATION

Get the word out in The Laker/Lutz News!

Call 813-909-2800

National Classified Ads from the NANI Network - To Place Ads, Call 1-877-203-2327 CARS/TRUCKS WANTED!!! 2002 and Newer!

Any Condition. Running or Not. Competitive Offer! Free Towing! We’re Nationwide! Call Now: 1-888-416-2330.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

VIAGRA and CIALIS USERS! 100 Generic Pills SPECIAL $99.00 FREE Shipping! 100% guaranteed. 24/7 CALL NOW! 888-445-5928 Hablamos Espanol -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

CASH FOR CARS: We Buy Any Condition Vehicle, 2002 and Newer. Nationwide Free Pick Up! Call Now: 1-800-864-5960.

Boy Scout compensation fund - Anyone inappropriately touched by a Scout leader deserves justice & compensation! Victims may be eligible for significant cash settlement.

Time is limited. 833-729-0164 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Generac generators. Weather is increasingly unpredictable. Be prepared for power outages. Free 7-yr ext warranty. Schedule free in-home assessment 1-844-334-8353. Special financing if qualified.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Train online to do medical billing! Become a Medical Office Professional at CTI! Get trained & certified to work in months! 888-572-6790.

(M-F 8-6 ET) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Hearing aids! Bogo free! High-quality rechargeable Nano hearing aids priced 90% less than competitors. Nearly invisible! 45-day money back guarantee! 833-669-5806 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Thinking about installing a new shower?

American Standard makes it easy. Free design consult.1-888-674-3005 today to see how to save $1,000 on installation or visit www.newshowerdeal.com/display -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Attention homeowners! You can protect your appliances & systems. For just a little more than a $1.00/day. Call now for 1st month free, $75.00 /off 1st year. 1-855-514-1183 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Eliminate gutter cleaning forever! LeafFilter, most advanced debris-blocking protection.

Schedule free estimate. 15% off Purchase.

10% Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-855995-2490 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Dental insurance - Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Covers 350 procedures.

Real insurance - not a discount plan. Get your free dental info kit! 1-888-623-3036 www.dental50plus.com/58 #6258 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Protect your home w/home security monitored

by ADT. Starting at $27.99/mo. Get free equipment bundle including keypad, motion sensor, wireless door & windows sensors.

833-719-1073

Life Alert. One press of a button sends help fast, 24/7! At home & on the go. Mobile Pendant w/GPS. Free first aid kit with subscription. 877-537-8817 free brochure.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

AT&T Internet. Starting at $40/month w/12-mo agmt. 1 TB of data/mo. Ask how to bundle & SAVE! Geo & svc restrictions apply. 1-888796-8850 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Directv Now. No Satellite. $40/mo 65 Channels. Stream news, live events, sports & on demand titles. No contract/commitment. 1866-825-6523 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Attention oxygen therapy users! Inogen One G4 is capable of full 24/7 oxygen delivery.

Only 2.8 pounds. Free info kit. Call 877-9299587 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Dish TV $59.99 190 channels + $14.95 high speed internet.

Free Install, smart HD DVR & voice remote.

Restrictions apply. 1-833-872-2545.

Call Now! 813-756-0091 or visit cmmdr.com

- FEATURED AD THIS WEEK -

Generac Generators Weather is increasingly unpredictable. Be prepared for power outages. Free 7-yr ext warranty. Schedule free in-home assessment...

1-844-334-8353 Special financing if qualified!

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

New authors wanted! Page Publishing will help self-publish your book. Free author submission kit! Limited offer! 866-951-7214 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Computer & IT training program! Train to become Computer & Help Desk Professional!

Grants & scholarships for qualified applicants on certain programs.

888-449-1713 (M-F 8-6 ET) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

AUTOMOBILES A-1 DONA AT TE Y YO OUR CAR FOR BREAST CANCER! Help United Br B east Foundation education,, pprevention & support programs.. FFA AST FREE PICKUP - 24 HR RESPONSE - T TA AX DEDUCTION 1-855-758-6966 (t) CASH FOR CARS! W Wee buy all cars!

Junk,, high-end,, totaled – it doesn’t matter! Get free towing and same daayy cash!

NEWER MODELS too! Call 1-833-2380340 (t) DONA AT TE Y YO OUR CAR OR TRUCK TO T O HERIT TA AGE FOR THE BLIND. Free 3 Daayy V Vaacation, T Taax Deductible, Free To T owing, All Paperwork T Taakkeen Care Of. CALL 1-855-972-5518 (m) Donate your car, r,, truck or van.. Help ZIXIVERW ½RH NSFW SV WXEVX E FYWMRIWW 'EPP Patriotic Hearts Foundation.. Fast,, FREE pick-up. Max tax-deduction.. Operators are standing by! Call 1-833-909-0926 (m)

FINANCIAL %XXIRXMSR EPP LSQIS[RIVW MR NISTEVH] of Foreclosure? W Wee can help stop your home from foreclosure. The Foreclosure Defense helpline can help saavve your home. The Call is absolutely free. 1-844250-5850 (t) The COVID crisis has cost us all WSQIXLMRK 1ER] LEEZZI PSWX NSFW ERH ½RERGMEP WIGYVMX]] ,EEZZI / -R (IFX# Credit Cards.. Medical Bills.. Car Loans.

Call NA AT TIONAL DEBT RELIEF! W Wee can help! Get a FREE debt relief quote:: Call 1-877-316-7129 (m)

Wesley Financial Group, LLC. Timeshare We 'ERGIPPEXMSR )\TIVXW 3ZIV in timeshare debt and ffeees caancelled in 2019.. Get free informational package and learn how to get rid of your timeshare! Free consultationss.. Over 450 positive reviews.. Call 844-4055-1099 (m) / SV QSVI MR XE\ HIFX# +IX = =S SYV Taax Problems Resolved ASAP T P! Stop Penalties,, Interest and Tax Lieens.. Call Anthem Tax Services todaayy for a FREE Consultation 1-877-636-06311 (m)

FOR SALE GENERAC Standby Generators. ors. The weather is increasingly unpredictable dictable.

Be prepared fo for power outages. ges.. FREE ]IEV I\XIRHIH [EVVERXX]] ZEPYI Schedule your FREE in-home assessment today.. Call 1-855-708-4101.. SSpecial ½RERGMRK JSV UYEPM½IH GYWXSQIVW Q Thinking about installing a neew shower?

American Standard makes it easy. FREE HIWMKR GSRWYPXEXMSR )RNS] ]SYV WLS[IV again! Call 1-844-230-0741 todaayy to see LS[ ]SY GER WEEZZI SR MRWXEPPEXMSR or visit www.newshowerdeal.com/ žQIHME Q

HEAL LT TH & MEDICAL DENT TA AL INSURANCE from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Coverage for 350 plus procedures.. Real dental MRWYVERGI ¯ 238 NYWX E HMWGSYRX TPER D Don’’t wait! it! C Callll now!! G Gett your FREE Dental Information Kit with all the details! 1-833-424-6043 www.dental50plus.com/cpf #6258 (m) Haavving men’s health issues? Thanks to science, ED can be optional. T Trry HIMS. Connect with a medical proffeessional online. If approved,, your prescribed medication is delivered to your door. r.. FREE SRPMRI ZMWMX LXXT LMQWRS[ GSQ žE Q

HEARING AIDS!! Buy one/get one FREE! High-quality rechargeable Nano hearing aids priced 90% less than competitors.. Nearly invisible! 45-daayy money back guarantee! 1-877-378-1415 (t)

Become a published author! PublicaXMSRW WSPH EX EPP QENSV WIGYPEV WTIGMEPty Christian bookstores.. CALL Christian Faith Publishing for your FREE author submission kit.. 1-844-293-6611 (m)

Liffee Alert.. One press of a button sends help FAST, T,, 24/7! At home and on the go.

Mobile Pendant with GPS.. FREE First Aid Kit (with subscription.) CALL 877354-1492 FREE Brochure. (m)

Become a Published Authorr.. W Wee want to Read Y Yo our Book! Dorrance Publishing-T Trrusted by Authors Since 1920.

Book manuscript submissions currently being reviewed.. Comprehensive Serr-vices:: Consultation,, Production,, Promotion and Distribution.. Call for your Free Author`s Guide 1-844-218-1247 or visit LXXT HSVVERGIMRJJS S GSQ žSVMHE Q

Lung Cancer? And Age 60+? Y Yo ou and =S = SYV *EQMP] 1EE]] &I )RXMXPIH XS 7MKRM½cant Cash A Aw ward.. Call 1-855-635-9214 for Information.. No Risk.. No Money Out of Pocket. ke . (t) Portable Oxygen Concentrator Maayy Be Covered by Medicare! Reclaim independence and mobility with the compact design and long-lasting battery of Inogen One. Free information kit! Call 855-397-7056 (m) Recently Diagnosed w/Lung Cancer or Mesothelioma? Exposed to Asbestos Pre1980 at Work Wo or Naavvy? Y Yo You ou Maayy Be EntiXPIH XS E 7MKRM½GERX 'EWL % %[ [EVH 7QSOMRK History Okaayy! Call 1-8888-789-0415 (t) Staayy in your home longerr with an Amerr-ican Standard W Waalk-In Baathtub. Receive YT XS SJJJJ MRGPYHMRK E JVII XSMPIX and a liffeetime warranty on o the tub and installation! Call us at 1-8877-583-3563 or visit www.walkintubquotte.com/cpf (m) :-%+6% '-%0-7 TMPPW JSV TMPPW JSV *6)) WLMTTMRK 1SRI] back guaranteed! 1-855--457-9751 (t) W Wee ha havve Clinics Cli i STA TA AT TEW WIDE.. Medical 1EVMNYERE 'PMRMGW GEPP XSHEE]] 'EPP 420-0421

MISCELLANEOU US %8 % 8 8 -RXIVRIX 7XEVXMRK EX QSRXL w/12-mo agmt.. Includes 1 TB of data per month.. Get More For Y Yo our High-Speed Internet Thing. Ask us how to bundle and SA AV VE! Geo & svc restrictions applyy..

Call us todaayy 1-877-568-5045.. (m)

(-7, 2IX[SVO JJS SV 'LERRIPW &PE^MRK *EWX -RXIVRIX QS (where aavvailable.) Switch & Get a FREE :MWE +MJJXX 'EVH *6)) : :S SMGI 6IQSXI FREE HD DVR. DV . FREE Streaming on ALL Devices.. Call todaayy! 1-855-895-7245 (m) (-7, 8: *SV 'LERRIPW ,MKL 7TIIH -RXIVRIX *VII -RWXEPlation,, Smart HD DVR Included,, Free Vo V oice Remote. Some restrictions apply.

1-855-340-3064 (t) Earthlink High Speed Internet. As 0S[ %W QSRXL JSV XLI ½VWX 3 months.) Reliable High Speed Fiber Optic T Teechnology.. Stream Videos,, Music and More! Call Earthlink T To odaayy 1-877929-1176 (m) Eliminate gutter cleaning ffo orever! LeafFilter, r,, the most advanced debris-blocking gutter protection.. Schedule a FREE LeafFilter estimate todaayy. 15% off Entire Purchase. 10% Senior & Military Discounts.. Call 1-866-287-4769 (m) +IX = =S SYV 1IHMGEP 1EVMNYERE 'EVH 7XST in for a sample of DBD Bud.. Stop taking dangerous pain and Anxiety Pills with To T oxic side effects.. 1-833-420-0421 High-Speed Internet.W Wee instantly comTEVI WTIIH TVMGMRK EEZZEMPEFMPMX] XS ½RH the best ser vice for your needs.. Starting

EX QSRXL 5YMGOP] GSQTEVI offfeers from top p providers.. Call 1-855956-3567 (m)) HughesNet Satellite Internet - 25mbps WXEVXMRK EX QS +IX 1SVI (EXE FREE Off-Peakk Data.. FFA AST download speeds. WiFi built in! FREE Standard Installation ffo or lease customers! Limited Time, Call 1-8555-485-4101 (m) 2IIH -67 6IPMIJ / / +IX *VIWL 7XEVX SV *SVKMZIRIWW 'EPP 1-855-908-244 40 Mondaayy through Fridaayy 7AM-5PM PST T (t) SERIOUSLLY Y IN NJURED in an AUTO %''-()28# 0IX YW ½KLX JSV ]SY 3YV network has recovered millions for clients! Call todaaayy for a FREE consultation!

1-866-384-097 71 (t)

SERVICES S/Miscellaneous COMPUTER ISSUES? GEEKS ON SITE provides FREE diagnosis REMOTELLY Y 24/7 SER RV VICE DURING COVID19.

2S LSQI ZMWMX RIGIWWEV] 3** with coupon 8 86407! Restrictions apply.

1-855-993-417 72) (t) Need Help witth Family Laaw w? Can’t %JJJJSVH E 6IXEMRIV# LXXTW [[[ e familycourtdirect.com/?netw ork=1 Low Yo ou Go Cost Legal Serrvices - Paayy As Y %W PS[ EW +IX 0IKEP ,IPT Now! Call 1-844-415-4092 Mon-Fri 7am to 4pm PSST (t)

Too plaace an ad that T will reach w 2.8 million readers in Floorida,, call the Florida M Media Association

352-2 237-3409

www.LakerLutzNews.com

October 7, 2020

7B

3D Mammo os in 30 M Min nut n uttes tess These days, it’ss no ot unusual tto put off th hings on yourr “to-do” h list. Getting a mam m mmogram m issn’t so ometh hing you sho ould delay.

AdventHealth pro po ovides 3D m mamm mogram ms in 30 min m nu n utes for jussst $30 with easy onlline booking g, and d we’re taking extra xt a precautions to keep you safe when you visit. Take T tiime for you.. *$30 self-pay rate requires th hat yo h ou sche edule your ap e ppointmen nt with an AdventHe ealth facility betw ween September 11, 2020 2 and d October 31, 2020 for a mamm mogram. Fo m or full detailsss, visit o

ScheduleYou urMammoTo o oday.com oday com

8B

October 7, 2020

www.LakerLutzNews.com

$

30 0

screening mamm mos in September and October