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Election 2018: Five Big Questions By Dr. Susan A. MacManus Special to The Laker/Lutz News

Many Floridians will be relieved to see Election 2018 come to an end—no more negative TV ads, no more flashy mailers, and no more robocalls or texts begging us to vote. But, after

the polls close, many of us will want to know the answers to these five intriguing questions: Were the polls right in Florida? They were not in predicting the outcome of the 2016 presidential contest between Democrat Hillary Clinton and Republican Donald Trump. Nor did they predict that Andrew Gillum would capture the Democratic nomination for governor in the August 2018 primary.A lesson learned from these earlier miscues is that poll results

should not deter you from voting because they cannot predict turnout or capture lastminute surges of support. Were this year’s races for the U.S. Senate and Governor as close as previous races? The margin-of-victory for the winner of the last four major elections (the 2010 and 2014 gubernatorial races and the 2012 and 2016 presidential elections) has been 1 percent. But, will it be as close this See ELECTION, page 11A

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Fall is in the air, at Wesley Chapel festival Whether they were collecting goodies through Trunk-or-Treating, enjoying carnival rides, picking out the perfect pumpkin or competing in a costume contest, there were plenty of chances for fun at the 14th annual Wesley Chapel Fall Festival, on Oct. 27 and Oct. 28 at The Grove at Wesley Chapel, 6105 Wesley Grove Blvd. The event also featured local vendors, food trucks, a pet parade and a petting zoo. And, the weather cooperated, too. Above, dressed as a little monkey for Halloween, two-year-old Logan Allgood, of Dade City, excitedly looks at his mother as he picks out his perfect pumpkin at the Scrub-A-Dub Bin Cleaning pumpkin patch.

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Early numbers reveal voters are engaged for midterms By B.C. Manion bcmanion@lakerlutznews.com

Early numbers reveal that Pasco County voters are enthusiastic about midterm elections, said Pasco County Supervisor of Elections Brian Corley. “Voters are definitely more engaged this time, for a midterm, than we’ve seen in some time,” he said. “As we approach the general (election), it’s a very, very long ballot, with a lot of amendments on it, but so far, I’ve got to tell you, the turnout has been phenomenal,” Corley said in an Oct. 29 interview. While Election Day is Nov. 6, many voters are choosing to vote early, he said. Pasco has already surpassed the total Vote By Mail ballots cast in the 2014 general, which was slightly more than 46,000, and it is already over 52,480. “We’re not done, obviously. So, that’s going to be up substantially,” he said. Corley also noted that early voting has

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Described as having ‘no fear’ by her parents, 12-year-old Alyssa Fagan, of Wesley Chapel, ‘free falls’ from the 20-foot platform of the ‘Stunt Jump’ attraction to the giant air cushion below. Eleven-year-olds Mariela Lastres, of Dade City, on platform left, and her friend, Jayleigh Hutchins, of Dade City, center, watch as they work up the courage to take the next jump. The worker for Frank’s Jump-N-Fun, Doug Berdan, is on the right.

With the aid of her father Rich, 1-year-old Madigan Munkwitz, of Wesley Chapel, pets a gray donkey named ‘Minnie Mouse’ at the A. Thomas Pony Rides and Petting Zoo tent. Madigan’s mother, Rachael, says the family loves fall festivals and supporting kidfriendly events, especially when they’re within the local community.

Proposed Constitutional amendments The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report

There are 12 proposed amendments to Florida’s Constitution on the 2018 ballot. There were 13, but one was removed by the Florida Supreme Court.

HERE’S WHAT VOTERS WILL BE DECIDING: Number 1: Increased Homestead Property Tax Exemption Proposing an amendment to the State Constitution to increase the homestead exemption by exempting the assessed valuation of homestead property greater than $100,000 and up to $125,000 for all levies other than school district levies. The amendment shall take effect Jan. 1, 2019. Number 2: Limitations on Property Tax Assessments Proposing an amendment to the State Constitution to permanently retain provisions currently in effect, which limit property tax assessment increases on specified nonhomestead real property, except for school district taxes, to 10 percent each year. If approved, the amendment removes the scheduled repeal of such provisions in 2019 and shall take effect Jan. 1, 2019. Number 3: Voter Control of Gambling in Florida This amendment ensures that Florida voters shall have the exclusive right to decide

whether to authorize casino gambling by requiring that in order for casino gambling to be authorized under Florida law, it must be approved by Florida voters pursuant to Article XI, Section 3 of the Florida Constitution.Affects articles X and XI. Defines casino gambling and clarifies that this amendment does not conflict with federal law regarding state/tribal compacts. Number 4: Voting Restoration Amendment This amendment restores the voting rights of Floridians with felony convictions after they complete all terms of their sentence, including parole or probation.The amendment would not apply to those convicted of murder or sexual offenses, who would continue to be permanently barred from voting, unless the Governor and Cabinet vote to restore their voting rights on a case-by-case basis. Number 5: Supermajority Vote Required to Impose, Authorize or Raise State Taxes or Fees Prohibits the legislature from imposing, authorizing or raising a state tax or fee, except through legislation approved by a two-thirds vote of each house of the legislature in a bill containing no other subject.This proposal does not authorize a state tax or fee otherwise prohibited by the Constitution and does not apply to fees or taxes imposed or authorized to be imposed by a county, municipality, school board or special district.

Number 6: Rights of Crime Victims; Judges Creates constitutional rights for victims of crime; requires courts to facilitate victims’ rights; authorizes victims to enforce their rights throughout criminal and juvenile justice processes. Requires judges and hearing officers to independently interpret statutes and rules rather than deferring to government agency’s interpretation. Raises mandatory retirement age of state justices and judges from seventy to seventy-five years; deletes authorization to complete judicial term if one-half of term has been served by retirement age. Number 7: First Responder and Military Member Survivor Benefits; Public Colleges and Universities Grants mandatory payment of death benefits and waiver of certain educational expenses to qualifying survivors of certain first responders and military members who die performing official duties. Requires supermajority votes by university trustees and state university system board of governors to raise or impose all legislatively authorized fees if law requires approval by those bodies. Establishes existing state college system as constitutional entity; provides governance structure. Number 8: By order of the Florida Supreme Court of Florida, Revision 8 was removed from the ballot. See AMENDMENTS, page 11A

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Wesley Chapel Episcopal Church makes ‘house calls’ By B.C. Manion

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When the Rev.Adrienne Hymes was considering ways to reach out into the community surrounding the new Wesley Chapel Episcopal Church, she hit upon an idea that literally involves making house calls. She has made herself available, by appointment, to visit a house or apartment — or business or other gathering space, for that matter, to lead a ceremony to bless the space. Recently, she visited the home of Pete and Sharon Soto, of Wesley Chapel, and read from scriptural text, as she and those gathered took part in a rite aimed at welcoming and acknowledging God’s presence, and asking for blessing and protection. The couple, their daughter, and some friends and neighbors joined in reading passages, at certain points in the rite. Hymes used salt and a blessing, seeking to turn ordinary tap water into holy water — used to bless every room in the home. Salt is used for purification, she explained. And, near the home’s front door, Hymes recited a pray, which said in part:“Almighty and everlasting God, grant to this home, the grace of your presence, that you may be known to be the inhabitant of this dwelling and a defender of this household.” As she and the others made their way throughout the home, she sought blessings for each room. In the bedroom, for instance, Hymes prayed:“Guide us, waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping, that awake we may watch with Christ and asleep, we may rest in peace.” Others attending the ceremony were Jeri Jeffries, Maggie Thomas, Christine O’Donnell, Karen Bauer and Michelle Flemming, the Sotos’ daughter. “As we go on our spiritual journey, and our deeper relationship with God, we started to realize that we need extra protection,” Sharon Soto said. “We lived 30 years in the other house and we didn’t get it done, so when the opportunity came up for this house, we couldn’t pass it up,” Pete Soto said. “That was just like a God-sent message.” The Sotos moved to Wesley Chapel a couple of years ago.

New church begins Sunday services WHAT: Wesley Chapel Episcopal Church is beginning to offer a Sunday morning service WHERE: 3758 Maryweather Lane, Wesley Chapel WHEN: Nov. 4 at 8 a.m. (This will be the new church’s first Sunday service, which it plans to offer each week at 8 a.m.) DETAILS: Besides offering a Sunday service, the church also offers home blessings and other activities aimed at promoting spiritual development. INFO: Visit WCEpiscopalChurch.org, or call (813) 418-1281.

“We were ready to downsize to a smaller home, and we have a daughter, a son-in-law and two grandsons that live in Wesley Chapel. “It’s not that we don’t feel the presence of God here, we already do. It just is kind of an affirmation, I guess,” Sharon Soto said. Hymes said besides blessing homes, she’s available — by appointment — to bless other spaces, too. “More and more, as people are pushed into very determined sacred and secular spaces, I think it’s important to remind people that showing up where they live, work and play, and saying,‘You know what, all of it is sacred,’ ” she said. “Ritual is so important for us to memorialize different milestones in our lives. One of those would be that now, we have a new home, or we have a home that we now want to make sure that is adequately blessed, particularly if you’re a religious person,” Hymes said. “It’s one way for the church to say,‘We’re new here,’ but we also want to be able to bless you in whatever way that we can. Interacting with people, not just on the street corner, or the place where we’re shopping — but to be able to go into their home, is a very intimate space. And, I think that connects with people on a very different level.” If you’d like to schedule an appointment, email Hymes at ahymes@episcopalswfl.org.

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BIBLE STUDIES

Cypress Creek Church, 1854 Oak Grove Drive in Lutz, will offer these Bible studies: • For men: every Wednesday for seven weeks, from 10:30 a.m. to noon.The Cypress Creek Men will study the DVD series,“Goliath Must Fall:Winning the Battle Against Your Giants.”To sign up, call (813) 210-1563. • For women: every Wednesday for 13 weeks, from 10:30 a.m. to noon.The Women at the Well will study the Cross of Christ.To sign up, call (813) 948-8860. Both Bible studies will provide child care. There is a book fee. For information, visit CypressCreekChurch.org.

Nutcracker event Cobb Grove 16 Theatres, 6333 Wesley Grove Blvd., in Wesley Chapel, will host “Nuttin but Nutcrackers” Nov. 3 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be a nutcracker hunt, a nutcracker painting activity, a photo opportunity, and the showing of the Disney film,“The Nutcracker and the Four Realms.”

event aims to teach safe driving habits to teens, parents and mature drivers. Mature drivers (age 55 and older) can take to the course from 10 a.m. to noon; and teens (ages 15 to 19) are scheduled from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. For information, call Kayla Levasseur at (813) 974-8931.

STRAZ LIVE!

Straz Live! in the Park will take place Nov. 4 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, 600 N.Ashley Drive in Tampa.Activities start at 2 p.m., and the concert will be from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.This is a family friendly event, which includes an afternoon picnic, a concert in the park, and a block party featuring live entertainment of popular Broadway tunes, opera arias and a surprise guest or two. Guests can pack a cooler, chairs and blankets.There will be food trucks on site.

The cost is $22 per child. For information, call Demene Benjamin at (813) 948-5444.

HALLOWEEN PARTY

The Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave., in Carrollwood, will host “A Scary Good Time Halloween Party” Oct. 31 at 6 p.m., for children and teens.There will be festive crafts, a spook-tacular movie, and candy. For information, call (813) 2733652.

GARDEN CLUB

The Turning Point Church, 14312 17th St., in Dade City, will host its seventh annual “Blessings & Treats” fall festival on Oct. 31 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.There will be music, bounce houses, a photo station, face painting, a cupcake walk, hay ride, snacks and candy.

The Orange Blossom Garden Club of Lutz will meet Nov. 7 at Harriet Vaughan’s home, 17310 Willow Bend Place in Lutz. Participants that would like to carpool from the Lutz Civic Center, 98 First Ave., N.W., should meet at the center at 9:40 a.m.The guest speaker will be from the Tampa Bay Orchid Society. Bring a canned good for the food bank and a plant/cutting for a plant exchange. For information, call (813) 949-1301, or leave a message on their Facebook page.

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The Wesley Chapel Republican Club will meet Nov. 8 at 6:30 p.m., at Lexus of Wesley Chapel, 5350 Eagleston Blvd.The guest speaker will be Walter Andrusyszyn, a USF adjunct professor and a specialist in Mideast and local politics.Admission is free.There will be coffee and homemade desserts. For information, contact Peter Cracciolo at (813) 360-9813 or peterzbear@aol.com.

Saint Leo University, 33701 U.S. 52 in St. Leo, will host “A Musical Evening of Jazz Standards” with Gabriel Hernandez’s Jazz Trio, featuring musicians from Cuba and Puerto Rico, Nov. 1 at 7 p.m.Admission is free. No reservations required. Parking will be available on site. For information, contact Megan Orendorf at (352) 5888401 or Jennifer.orendorf@saintleo.edu.

ROSECASTLE CRAFT FAIR

Rosecastle of Zephyrhills (Assisted Living & Memory Care), 37411 Eiland Blvd., will host a craft fair Nov. 1 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.There will be handmade crafts and local vendors. For information, call (813) 783-8100.

LECTURE ON THE LAWN

Starkey Ranch District Park, 11880 Lake Blanche Drive in Odessa, will present “Lectures on the Lawn” Nov. 2 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.The feature will be “The Forgotten Coast,” a documentary on Florida’s wildlife corridor and watershed ecosystem.There also will be live music, locally brewed beer for purchase (or bring your own with ID), and a food truck. Guests should bring a lawn chair or blanket, and a picnic if they want to. For information, call Parks, Recreations & Natural Resources at (813) 929-2760.

WOMAN’S CLUB

The Woman’s Club of Zephyrhills will meet Nov. 2 at noon, at its clubhouse, 38545 Fifth Ave., in Zephyrhills.The guest speaker will be Vicky Linn, owner of Living Food Bakery & Café, on the topic of healthy organic eating and cooking with herbs. Samples of breads and bakery items will be available. Light refreshments will be served. For information, call (813) 4045789.

SWAMPFEST

The 10th annual Swampfest will take place Nov. 2, Nov. 3 and Nov. 4 at Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd.A special midway preview will be on Nov. 1 from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.There will be 24 rides, a beer garden, entertainment, food and more.To purchase tickets online, locations of ticket sales, schedule of events, booth information, directions and more, visit LOLSwampfest.com.

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VETERANS FAIR

The Pasco County Veterans Resource Fair and “Remembering Florida’s Fallen” exhibit will be at the Pasco County Fairgrounds, Higgins Hall, 36722 State Road 52 in Dade City, Nov. 3 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.The exhibit ribbon cutting will take place at 10 a.m. For information, contact Lori Krinkey at (813) 929-1200 or lkrinkey@pascocountyfl.net.

AUDUBON SOCIETY

p.m., at Starkey Ranch, 11880 Lake Blanche Drive in Odessa.There will be numerous vehicles for kids of all ages to explore, including military, police, fire, construction, buses and an airboat.The Kid Zone will have inflatables, crafts, face painting, games and more.There also will be live music, demonstrations from public safety agencies, and food vendors. Admission is free. Parking is $5. For information, visit TouchATruck2018.com.

The West Pasco Audubon Society will meet Nov. 3 at J.B. Starkey Wilderness Park, 10500 Wilderness Road in New Port Richey. Rick Buckman, of Pasco Parks, will present “Wild Life in J.B. Starkey Park” from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.There also will be an introduction to birding class. For information, email J. Mike Kell at jmike65@gmail.com.

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UF/IFAS Pasco County Cooperative Extension Service will offer “Learn & Grow Volunteer Days,” starting Nov. 3 from 9 a.m. to noon, at the Pasco County Farmden & Community Garden, 15029 14th St., in Dade City. Participants can take part in a hands-on gardening experience, including weeding, harvesting, planting and fertilizing; and can also learn how to identify and control vegetable crop disease and pests.The sessions are free, and on the first Saturday of each month.To register, visit bit.ly/learn_grow.

TOUCH-A-TRUCK

The Medical Center of Trinity will sponsor “Touch-A-Truck” Nov. 3 from 10 a.m. to 2

The Zephyrhills Seafood Festival will take place Nov. 3 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., at Zephyr Park, 38116 Fifth Ave.There will be multiple seafood vendors, arts and crafts vendors, and a designated play area. Admission is free.A portion of proceeds will be donated to charity. For information, visit GoPartyLive.com/zephyrhillsseafoodfestival.

The Friends of the Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will host its Fall Book Sale on Nov. 9 and Nov. 10 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For a sneak preview, guests can visit on Nov. 8 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., for the cost of $5. For information, call (813) 929-1214.

SMART DRIVING COURSE

The AARP Smart Driving Course will be offered Nov. 9 at the Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway. Upon completion, seniors will get a certificate entitling them to a discount on their auto insurance for three years. Preregistration is required.To RSVP, call Bev Cogdill at (813) 907-3908.

MOVIE IN THE PARK

The Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce will present a Movie in the Park,“Edward Scissorhands,” on Nov. 9 at 7 p.m., at Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd.Admission is free. Concessions will be available.

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The Land O’ Lakes Church of God, 8337 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., will celebrate its 80th anniversary/ homecoming Nov. 4 at 10:30 a.m.After a service, the Mark V Quartet will perform, followed by a potluck dinner.The church was originally established as the Drexel Church of God in 1938. For information, call Yvonne Skipper at (813) 493-8284.

Atonement Lutheran Church, 29617 State Road 54 in Wesley Chapel, will host a fundraiser for the Helping Hands Pantry on Nov. 10 from 8 a.m. to noon. Local vendors, and crafts and treasure tables, are needed to participate in a pancake breakfast to help the pantry stock its shelves.The cost for the breakfast is $5 per person. Kids age 5 and younger are free. For information, call (813) 973-2211, or visit HelpingHandsOfWesleyChapel.com.

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The Pasco County Fairgrounds will soon see a swarm of ‘bugs’ outside – Volkswagen Beetles, that is. The Florida Bug Jam is open to spectators on Nov. 10, beginning at 11 a.m., and on Nov. 11, beginning at 9 a.m. More than 700 Volkswagens are expected to be there, with owners convening from across the globe, said Randy Yoho, event promoter. Only about 7 percent of the participants hail from Pasco County. There will be live performances on stage, contests, and vendors offering food. On Nov. 10, a five-stop, 40-mile poker run around Dade City will begin at the fairgrounds with a start time between 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. From 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., drivers can engage in “Bugs on the Track,” where they take their Volkswagens for a spin around the Dade City Motocross Track. A long line of Bugs will be showcased in the VW Parade, traveling from the fairgrounds to downtown Dade City at 2 p.m. Aside from food, swap vendors also will be available on Nov. 11 to trade car parts with customers.

Florida Bug Jam WHERE: Pasco County Fairgrounds, 36722 State Road 52 in Dade City WHEN: Open to spectators on Nov. 10, starting at 11 a.m., and Nov. 11, starting at 9 a.m. COST: $10 for those age 11 and older; ages 10 and younger are free, but asked to bring a canned food donation DETAILS: Volkswagen Beetle enthusiasts from around the world congregate to race, sell and trade. INFO: Randy Yoho at (352) 588-4697 or FloridaBugJam.com.

Also on Sunday, there will be a car show at 9 a.m., to display the various models, and more than two dozen Volkswagens will be on sale. Parking is a $5 fee and admission is $10 per day or $15 for both days. Children age 10 and younger are free, but are encouraged to bring a can of food to help supply The Thomas Promise Foundation. For those staying overnight, camping is available on the premises. Car show registration online is $30 and at the event, if available, for $45.

General Obligation Bond Issues The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report

Pasco County is asking voters to approve four general obligation bond issues during the Nov. 6 general election. The bonds would be repaid over a 30year period through additional charges on tax bills.The charge will appear on the bills as “voter approved debt service.” These are the four different bonds, and the estimated annual charge on a home assessed at $100,000.

JAIL EXPANSION

Bond: $132,150,000 Average annual impact on taxpayer: $16.75 Details: Currently, taxpayers pay $2 million to house inmates outside of Pasco County because the county’s jail has reached capacity.The bond issue would pay for a jail expansion.

FIRE SERVICE

Bond: $70,200,000 Average annual impact on taxpayer: $8.89 Details: The county would build four new fire stations in areas that don’t have any fire

stations and replace five outdated stations. It also would add 10 new emergency vehicles and would construct a new Fire Rescue Training Facility.

PARKS

Bond: $20,200,000 Average annual impact on taxpayer: $2.55 Details: Projects would be done at all district, wilderness and neighborhood parks. Existing athletic facilities would be improved. Recreational complexes, community centers and aquatic centers would be renovated.

LIBRARIES

Bond: $18,600,000 Average annual impact on taxpayer: $2.35 Details: The county’s libraries were built in or before the 1980s.The bond issue would be used to upgrade and remodel library branches. If all four bond issues pass, the total average annual impact on taxpayers owning a home assessed at $100,000 would be $30.54.

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The Medical Center of Trinity, 9330 State Road 54, will present “When Your Plumbing Leaks” Nov. 2 at noon, in the conference rooms, off the front lobby. Dr. David DiPiazza, urology, will discuss the signs, symptoms and treatment for urinary incontinence, overactive bladder and dropped bladder. Register by calling (727) 834-5630.

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Florida Hospital Zephyrhills, 7050 Gall Blvd., will offer “Reversing Insulin Resistance: Patients Have a Right to Know” on Nov. 2 at noon, in the Cypress Room. Dr.Ana Negron will discuss interventions that can prevent, manage and perhaps reverse Type 2 diabetes. Negron is a bilingual, board-certified family physician who practices in Pennsylvania. To make a reservation, call (813) 7796476.

BREAST-FEEDING CLASS

St. Joseph’s Hospital-North, 4211 Van Dyke Road in Lutz, will offer a breast-feeding class Nov. 3 from 9 a.m. to noon, in Garden Classroom A. Topics will include latching and positioning, the benefits of immediate skin-to-skin contact, newborn hunger signs, tips for returning to work, breast-feeding lifestyles, and when to call a health care provider or lactation consultant for help. The cost is $25, which covers the expectant mom and her support person. To register, call (813) 443-2046.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

The Medical Center of Trinity, 9330 State Road 54, will offer these community events: • Nov. 3 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Childbirth Super Prep • Nov. 7 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.: Breastfeeding Course • Nov. 12 at 5 p.m.:Tour of Obstetrics • Nov. 19 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.: Newborn Care Class • Nov. 28 at 6 p.m.: Infant CPR Reservations are required. For information and to RSVP, call (727) 834-5630, or visit MedicalCenterTrinity.com.

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.

BREAST HEALTH

Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel will present a Breast Health Series lecture, “Take Control,” Nov. 5 at 5 p.m., at Inspiration Place,Wellness Plaza, third floor. Dr. Nicole Figueredo, breast surgery, will discuss ways to decrease the risk of breast cancer, and the current recommendations for breast cancer prevention. To make a reservation, call (813) 9295432, or visit FHWesleyChapel.org/Events.

MORTON PLANT GROUPS

Morton Plant North Bay Hospital, 6600 Madison St., in New Port Richey, will offer these groups: • Nov. 5 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.: CPAP/BI PAP Clinic, in the Sleep Disorders Center • Nov. 6 at 10 a.m.: Ostomy Support Group, in Meeting Rooms 2 and 3 • Nov. 7 from 10 a.m. to noon: COPD Screenings, in the Medical Arts Building, Suite 304 • Nov. 7 at 4 p.m.: Positive Puffers Lung Health Support Group, in the Bekesh Meeting Room Admission is free. For information, call (727) 953-6877, or visit BayCareEvents.org.

PREPARED CHILDBIRTH

St. Joseph’s Hospital-North, 4211 Van Dyke Road in Lutz, will offer a prepared childbirth class Nov. 6 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., in Garden Classroom A. This is a two-session class that includes an in-depth look at the third trimester, labor, breathing, relaxation, birthing and postpartum concerns. The cost is $50. To register, call (813) 443-2046.

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diseases Nov. 6 at noon, in the fourth-floor classroom. Dr. Martin Britos-Bay and Dr. Monica Belinda Bueso, both of internal medicine, pulmonary disease, will discuss the symptoms and treatment options for respiratory illness and diseases. A light lunch will be provided. To RSVP, call (813) 929-5432, or visit FHWesleyChapel.org/events.

MOBILITY AND AGE

Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel will offer a lecture on mobility and age Nov. 6 at 6:30 p.m., in the Wellness Plaza, second-floor classroom. Participants can learn simple exercises to improve balance, strength and endurance. To make a reservation, call (813) 9295432, or visit FHWesleyChapel.org/events.

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The CREATION Health Wellness Center, 38233 Daughtery Road, Education Room, in Zephyrhills, will offer a lecture on diabetes and skin care Nov. 7 at 3 p.m. Individuals diagnosed with diabetes have a much higher risk of skin problems ranging from rashes and blisters to fungal and bacterial infections. Dr. Florence Nappi, dermatologist, will discuss how to keep skin as healthy as possible and answer questions. To make a reservation, call (813) 7156683.

HEART FAILURE SEMINAR

The Medical Center of Trinity will present “Turning Heart Failure Into a Heart Success” Nov. 7 at noon, at 9330 State Road 54, Conference Rooms A and B. Dr. Rias Ali will discuss how to recognize heart failure signs and symptoms, understanding what heart failure is, current treatments, diet tips and how to stay active. To register, call (727) 834-5630.

MASSAGE BENEFITS

Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel will present “The Benefits of Massage Therapy” Nov. 7 at 5 p.m., at Inspiration Place, Wellness Plaza, third floor. April Pellicane, licensed massage therapist, will discuss different massage services, techniques and the health benefits of massage therapy.

Preregistration is required by calling (813) 929-5432, or by visiting FHWesleyChapel.org/events.

MEDICARE INFORMATION

Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, 2348 Collier Parkway in Land O’ Lakes, will host several Medicare seminars. Seminars in English will be Nov. 7 and Nov 28. All educational sessions will be at 7:15 p.m., in Immaculata Hall.There will be a seminar in Spanish on Nov. 14. Tools and resources will be available and discussed. If you turned 65 years old, are a veteran, moved to a new zip code, have been diagnosed with a chronic condition, or received a plan change notification, please attend. Light food and drinks will be provided. For information, email Don Lesher at don@insurhub.biz.

STRENGTH AND BALANCE

Silver Sneakers flex strength and balance classes take place on Wednesdays at 9 a.m., and on Fridays at 10:30 a.m., at The Groves Golf and Country Club Civic Center in Land O’ Lakes. These are low-impact classes for men and women designed to improve flexibility and balance, which can help prevent falls, broken hips and more. The classes are free for Silver Sneakers members. Non-members pay $5 per session. For information, contact Tom Marbell at (352) 409-2984 or Trainwithtomm@gmail.com.

EXPANSION OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT

Premier Community Health Center in Pasco County will receive $285,000 to expand its scope of services and offer integrated substance use disorder and mental health services treatment. Of these funds, $110,000 will be used to hire personnel, and $175,000 will be allocated for renovation of facilities at its Zephyrhills substance abuse/mental health treatment center. Patients from throughout Pasco County will be able to access substance use and mental health services at this location. The grant was funded through the Fiscal Year 2018 Omnibus spending bill.

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LITERACY NIGHT

Wiregrass Elementary School in Wesley Chapel hosted a “Fall Into Literacy Night” that featured student-developed literacy projects, such as poems and stories; reading resources for parents, guest authors and story time sessions; an art show; and, a pair of musical concerts with performances by the school’s second and fifth-grade students. Wiregrass Elementary was aiming to build on the success of its STEAM night last spring.

MOORE-MICKENS SOCIAL

The Moore-Mickens Alumni Association (Classes of 1940-1972) will host a “Blue & Gold Social” Nov. 10 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., at the Moore-Mickens Educations & Vocational Center, 38301 Martin Luther King Blvd., in Dade City. There will be games, prizes, food and dancing.The cost is $15. For information, call The Greater Dade City Chamber of Commerce at (352) 5673769.

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Saint Leo University, 3370 State Road 52 in St. Leo, will host an open house Nov. 10 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., for students of all ages. Check-in and breakfast will be available from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m., in the Student Community Center. Check-in and late registration will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., by the clock tower at the Student Activities Building. There will be a presentation by Saint Leo’s Office of Admissions at 8:30 a.m. Guests can learn about the school’s academic programs through faculty visits, resource fairs, and academic presentations and demonstrations. Visitors also can tour the campus, talk to current students, learn about clubs and organizations, meet with financial aid representatives and more. Lunch also will be provided. Admission is free. To register, visit SaintLeo.edu/open-house. For information about the event, call (352) 588-828.

Saint Leo University is looking for middle schoolers to participate in the American Mathematics Competition 8, on Nov. 13.The contest was developed by the Mathematical Association of America, and is free. The purpose of the competition is to encourage students to develop positive attitudes about mathematics and analytical thinking by having them apply classroom learning to a 25-question, multiple-choice exam. Students have 40 minutes to complete the questions. Learn more about the subject matter at MAA.org/math-competitions/amc-8. Saint Leo will accommodate 30 students and mathematics faculty will monitor the contest. Students are asked to arrive by 5:45 p.m., and go directly to Selby Auditorium in Lewis Hall.The test starts promptly at 6 p.m. Advance registration is required. Parents should email Dr. Kevin Murphy at kevin.murphy@ saintleo.edu to reserve a spot, and include the phrase “AMC 8” in the subject line. Or, parents also can call (352) 588-7192.

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Pasco County Schools is a Florida Healthy School District Gold award level winner, for the first time. The district will hold the Gold award designation through 2020. Superintendent of Schools Kurt Browning thanked the members of the district’s School Health Advisory Committee, which provides advocacy for school health, and identifies needs and opportunities to maximize community resources. The committee advises the Pasco County School Board on health education and initiated the district’s no-smoking policy, among other initiatives. The Pasco County district earned the Silver award in 2016, and has been recognized as a health school district consistently since 2012. To earn the Gold award, Pasco County Schools demonstrated high scores in all areas, as follows: • 94 percent: Health School Environment • 93 percent: Employee Wellness • 90 percent: Health Services • 86 percent: District Infrastructure • 84 percent: Physical Education • 82 percent: Counseling Psychological and Social Services • 80 percent: Health Education

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ELECTION, from page 1A year considering the state’s changing demographic makeup, particularly an increase in younger voters and Hispanics? These two groups lean more Democratic in their voting patterns, but traditionally have lower turnout rates in midterm elections. Did Florida voters vote a straight party line for the five statewide races (U.S. Senator, Governor, Attorney General, Chief Financial Officer, Commissioner of Agriculture and Consumer Services) or split their votes between Democrats and Republicans? Of greatest interest is whether the winners in the contests for the U.S. Senate and Governor will be from different political parties. Heading into this election, Democrats hold the U.S. Senate seat and Republicans the Governor’s Mansion. Some who believe there will be a big blue wave (Democrats winning a lot more offices) predict a majority of Florida voters will vote a straight party line. Others believe that a party split is more likely due to the growing number of Floridians registered as No Party Affiliation (NPA) who tend to vote for the candidate rather than the party. Did the turnout rate go up, especially among younger voters? The turnout rate in the 2014 midterm general election was 51 percent. Many are projecting it may be higher this year based on an uptick in turnout in the August primary (18 percent to 27 percent) and surveys showing greater voter interest this year, particularly in the governor’s race.The two gubernatorial candidates (Democrat Andrew Gillum and Republican Ron DeSantis) sharply differ in

their ideologies and policy preferences.The state’s changing age demographics have led some analysts to project that younger voters may determine the winner. The three youngest generations (Generation X, the Millennials, and Generation Z) now make up 52 percent of the state’s registered voters. Traditionally, however, the turnout rate of younger voters lags far behind that of older voters, especially in midterm elections. How many of the 12 amendments passed? This is one of the longest ballots Floridians will have to wade through in many years, and these 12 amendments come at the end of the ballot. For an amendment to be adopted, 60 percent of those voting on it must vote “Yes.” Many of this year’s proposed amendments are confusing. Some have three or four parts (bundled amendments placed on the ballot by the Constitutional Revision Commission).Voters have been bombarded with TV ads and mailers, often presenting conflicting messages about the content and impact of an amendment, especially Amendment 3 (gambling). The big question is, how many voters will vote “No” on those that are confusing or seem like they should not be in the constitution (vaping)? Also, how many voters will simply skip them—an action known as “rolloff”? The bottom line is this: This year’s midterm election is one of the most interesting in years not only to Floridians but to the nation. Dr. Susan A. MacManus is a Distinguished University Professor Emerita from the University of South Florida. She lives in Land O’ Lakes and is recognized nationally for her knowledge of Florida politics.

MIDTERMS, from page 1A been expanded in Pasco County because there was an obvious need. “With early voting, we’re right now, as I’m talking to you, at a little more than 26,000 and the total early votes cast in the 2014 general was 32,000,” he said. Corley also offered assurances that there are plans in place to address any security issues — cyber or physical — that could arise. “We have worked very closely with Sheriff (Chris) Nocco and his people, along with the county’s emergency management folks,” he said. He told voters:“Make sure your address is up to date. Study the amendments ahead of time, so you’ll know ahead of time, yes or no.” Whatever method voters choose — whether voting early or on Election Day, they have plenty of decisions to make.

They’ll be deciding on races and issues, ranging from who will be Florida’s representatives in Congress, to who will occupy the state’s governor’s mansion, to who will make local decisions affecting everything from job creation, to road congestion, to the quality of local schools. Pasco and Hillsborough voters also will decide the outcome of 12 constitutional amendments or revisions. In Pasco, voters also will decide the fate of four general obligation issues to pay for a jail expansion, additional fire protection, enhanced libraries and enhanced parks. The bonds would be repaid through increased property taxes. In Hillsborough, voters will vote on a referendum to raise the local sales tax to support transportation improvements; and, another referendum to raise the local sales tax to support air conditioning and other capital improvements in public schools.

KEY RACES FEDERAL U.S. SENATE: Rick Scott vs. Bill Nelson U.S. REP. DISTRICT 12: Gus Bilirakis vs. Chris Hunter

STATE GOVERNOR: Ron DeSantis vs. Andrew Gillum ATTORNEY GENERAL: Ashley Moody vs. Sean Shaw CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER: Jimmy Petronis vs. Jeremy Ring COMMISSIONER OF AGRICULTURE: Matt Caldwell vs. Nicole ‘Nikki’ Fried STATE SENATE DISTRICT 20: Kathy Lewis vs. Tom Lee STATE SENATE DISTRICT 10: Michael Cottrell vs. Wilton Simpson STATE REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT 37: Tammy Garcia vs. Ardian Zika STATE REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT 38: Danny Burgess vs. David “TK” Hayes STATE REPRESENTATIVE, DISTRICT 64: James Grant vs. Jessica Harrington

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AMENDMENTS, from page 1A Number 9: Prohibits Offshore Oil and Gas Drilling; Prohibits Vaping in Enclosed Indoor Workplaces Prohibits drilling for the exploration or extraction of oil and natural gas beneath all state-owned waters between the mean high water line and the state’s outermost territorial boundaries. Adds use of vaporgenerating electronic devices to current prohibition of tobacco smoking in enclosed indoor workplaces with exceptions; permits more restrictive local vapor ordinances. Number 10: State and Local Government Structure and Operation Requires legislature to retain department of veterans’ affairs. Ensures election of sheriffs, property appraisers, supervisors of elections, tax collectors and clerks of court in all counties; removes county charters’ ability to abolish, change term, transfer duties or eliminate election of these offices. Changes annual legislative session commencement date in even-numbered years from March to January; removes legislature’s authorization to fix another date. Creates office of domestic security and counterterrorism within department of law enforcement.

Number 11: Property Rights; Removal of Obsolete Provision; Criminal Statutes Removes discriminatory language related to real property rights. Removes obsolete language repealed by voters. Deletes provision that amendment of a criminal statute will not affect prosecution or penalties for a crime committed before the amendment; retains current provision allowing prosecution of a crime committed before the repeal of a criminal statute. Number 12: Lobbying and Abuse of Office by Public Officers. Expands current restrictions on lobbying for compensation by former public officers; creates restrictions on lobbying for compensation by serving public officers and former justices and judges; provides exceptions; prohibits abuse of a public position by public officers and employees to obtain a personal benefit. Number 13: Ends Dog Racing Phases out commercial dog racing in connection with wagering by 2020. Other gaming activities are not affected. To review the entire text of the proposed amendments and revisions, visit PascoVotes.org, and click on the appropriate link.

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HILLSBOROUGH HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY COMMISSION DISTRICT 5: Victor Crist vs. Mariella Smith DISTRICT 7: Todd Marks vs. Kimberly Overman HILLSBOROUGH SCHOOL BOARD DISTRICT 1: William Henry Person vs. Steve Cona DISTRICT 6: Karen Perez vs. Henry “Shake” Washington SHERIFF: Chad Chronister vs. Gary Pruitt

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Pasco schools receive Special Olympics honor By Kevin Weiss

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and O’ Lakes High School’s Unified Special Olympics program received international attention more than three years ago, when its coed soccer team won the bronze medal at the 2015 Special Olympics World Games in Los Angeles. Now, the school’s Unified program has earned another prestigious honor — 2018 Special Olympics National Banner Unified Champion School. The designation, based on the 2017-2018 school year, means Land O’ Lakes met 10 standards of excellence set forth by Special Olympics International. These standards focus on four key areas: Unified Sports, Inclusive Youth Leadership, Whole School Engagement and sustainability for the program. Land O’ Lakes was one of just 13 schools in Florida — and 132 schools nationally — to receive the designation. New Port Richey’s Longleaf Elementary School and Seven Springs Middle School also were named Unified Champion Schools. The Unified Special Olympics sports program pairs special needs athletes with nondisabled peers, called partners.Together, these athletes and partners compete yearround against other unified programs in sports, such as basketball, soccer, swimming, golf, and others. According to Special Olympics Florida’s website, the Unified program enables Special Olympics athletes to not only learn and play new sports, but also experience meaningful inclusion. Each athlete is ensured of playing a valued role on the team. The teams also provide a forum for positive social interaction. All participants are of similar age and ability, and unified teams are designed to provide training and competition opportunities that meaningfully challenge and involve all athletes. Special Olympics sports rules, moreover, make sure that everyone has “a fair and enjoyable competitive experience.” The national honor brings satisfaction to Vicky King, who’s coached Special Olympics programming at Land O’ Lakes for more than 30 years. “It means that we’ve done a lot,” King said,“and, we have a student body and community that is very involved, because it’s all about inclusion and acceptance everywhere, not just in athletics, but just as a school and a community.” According to King, the Land O’ Lakes Unified program last year featured more than 20 coed athletes and nearly 40 partners, representing a solid participation rate based on the school’s ESE (Exceptional Student Education) population. For the 2018-2019 academic school year, the Pasco County school district relocated its special education unit —and Unified program— to Sunlake High School. Before the transfer, King estimates the Unified program was installed at Land O’ Lakes sometime in the early 2000s, after the school had a traditional Special Olympics sports program. King noted the Unified program did

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PASCO COUNTY ALL-STAR GAME The fourth annual Pasco County All-Star Football Game, presented by the Pasco Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Maus Nissan, is set for Dec. 7 at 7 p.m., at Sunlake Field, 3023 Sunlake Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes. The game features some of the top senior players representing every high school in Pasco County.Tickets are $10; parking is $5. For information, visit PascoAllStarGame.com.

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wonders for involvement between the school’s students with special needs and the rest of the student body.“If you look at some Special Olympics athletes in some places, they’re singled out, they’re not included; but when our athletes were here, they were just other kids,” King said.

CLUB KEEPS STUDENTS INVOLVED WITH SPECIAL OLYMPICS While Land O’ Lakes no longer has its own Unified teams, the school still remains active in Unified sports programming.The school has an organization called the Student Council for Exceptional Children (CEC), which numbers about 90 students who volunteer at local Special Olympics events and/or become Unified partners. Through the club, Land O’ Lakes sophomore Courtney Eckel became a Unified partner. She also volunteers with other Unified sports, as a scorekeeper in flag football and a lane assistant in bowling. Courtney wanted to follow in the footsteps of her older sister, Haley Eckel, who’s volunteered for Special Olympics for several years and was a Unified partner on the Land O’ Lakes soccer team that went to the World Games. (Haley is also a former standout varsity soccer player at Land O’ Lakes and now a sophomore midfielder at Florida Southern College.) The involvement has proven rewarding for Courtney. “It’s really great,” she said of being a partner.“It’s so nice to see (the athletes) when they can do something good and score, and see the excitement on their face and know that they can do whatever they want to, and, it’s nice to play with them and help them achieve their goals.” Courtney, too, believes Unified programming has been beneficial for promoting acceptance among all students. “I think it’s really important because it keeps everyone included,” she said.“It teaches people how to be inclusive, even if someone’s not special needs. Just teaching how to include everyone and almost be like more understanding and respectful to everyone and their needs.” activities with food and beverages on Ford Thunder Alley and in Amalie Arena. For information, visit NHL.com/lightning/community/bolt-run, or email boltrun@amaliearena.com.

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE Registration is open for Evov Sports’Youth 7-on-7 Flag Football league. The 10-week league runs from Jan. 15 to March 17, with a single elimination playoff for top teams.There will be a league for boys ages 6 to 14, as well as an all-girls league for ages 6 to 17. Practices and games will take place at a local school around the Lutz area. Registration is available online at EvovSports.com. For information, contact Rex Desvaristes at info@evovsports.com or (321) 710-6379.

BOLT RUN The 18th annual Florida Hospital Bolt Run is set for Nov. 17 at 7:30 a.m., at Amalie Arena, 401 Channelside Drive in Tampa. The race, organized by the Lightning Foundation and the Tampa Bay Lightning, will consist of a 5-mile, 5K and a Family Fun Run/Walk. Cost is $65 for the 5-mile and 5K races, or $45 Family Fun Run/Walk. Each registered participant will receive a ticket to one select Tampa Bay Lightning home game; a finisher’s medal; a commemorative Bolt Run T-shirt; and, pre/post-race

PICKLEBALL GAMES The Land O’ Lakes Recreation Complex, 3032 Collier Parkway, Land O’ Lakes, is offering pickleball games every Tuesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. All ages are encouraged to play. Paddles and balls are provided. For information, email Bob Matthews at bobmatthews60@gmail.com.

SHARE THE LOVE GOLF TOURNAMENT The first annual Share the Love golf tournament is set for Nov. 2 at Northdale Golf &

King noted many Unified partners and volunteers develop bonds and tight-knit relationships with the athletes, adding that many continue as Special Olympics volunteers and participants through adulthood. “It becomes just like a way of life,” said King, who still remains in touch with many of the athletes even after they’ve graduated from Land O’ Lakes. In addition to the bonds they form, King noted that many local Unified athletes excel in their sport — regardless of intellectual or developmental disabilities. King put it this way:“Sometimes the developmental delay is only academic. It has nothing to do with your physical capabilities, so a lot of our athletes are awesome athletes, so that’s why a lot of times on the field we’ll get called for player domination, rather than partner domination. Everything’s supposed to be equal, but we have some really good athletic partners and good athletes, so it makes a great combination.” In all her years working in Special Olympics, King’s favorite memory comes as no surprise — the 2015 trip to Los Angeles. “World Games was the best event — opening ceremonies and just the whole experience,” King said. “When we were out there, everyone just wanted to take pictures with us.”

MAKING PASCO PROUD Pasco County has about 1,100 athletes and 500 Unified volunteers participating in more than a dozen sports, according to Special Olympics-Pasco co-director Val Lundin. Having a trio of Pasco schools earn national recognition for their Unified programs is a testament to the commitment of those athletes, volunteers and coaches, she said. “We’re very proud.We’re proud of all our athletes and our coaches,” said Lundin, who’s been involved with Special Olympics for more than 35 years, oversees the county’s Unified programs. “It amazes me — Pasco County’s pretty small in comparison to many of the counties around the state, yet when we take our Tennis Club, 4417 Northdale Blvd., in Tampa. Check-in for the four-person scramble begins at 11:30 a.m., with a 1 p.m. shotgun start. The tournament will also feature prizes, raffles, food and drinks, and a silent auction. Proceeds from the event will benefit Alegria’s Kickin’ for Kids, a 501(c)3 nonprofit that provides new athletic-style school shoes to disadvantaged children throughout the Tampa Bay area. For information or to register, visit KreweOfAlegria.com.

BUDDY RUN 5K SET NOV. 4 The eighth annual Buddy Run 5K is set for Nov. 4 at 8 a.m., at Trout Creek Park, 12550 Morris Bridge Road in Tampa. Cost is $35 after Oct. 17 and $40 on day of event. Awards will be given for overall and masters male and female winners. Proceeds from the event benefit Buddy Baseball, a noncompetitive league for boys and girls with special needs; and, Congregation Beth Am, a Reform Jewish congregation serving North Hillsborough and East Pasco. To register, visit BuddyRun5k.org. For more information, email BuddyRunDirector@gmail.com.

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• Unified Sports is offered in at least two seasons throughout the school year. • Unified Sports participation occurs regularly over the course of each sport season or school term and includes competition. • An adult coach for each sport has received training on Special Olympics Unified Sports. • Unified Sports is officially recognized by the school in a similar style as other athletics and activities. • A Unified Club or student group offers leadership opportunities and training for students with and without intellectual disabilities. • The inclusive club meets at least once per month throughout the school year. • The inclusive club has an adult liaison and is officially recognized by the school in a similar style as other clubs. • At least two whole-school engagement activities are implemented per school year. • Students with and without disabilities are involved with planning and leading the awareness activities. • The school is currently self-sustainable or has a plan in place to sustain the three components into the future. These 10 standards of excellence were developed by a national panel of leaders in education and Special Olympics. A school meeting the standards is eligible to receive national banner recognition.

(state games) delegations, we’re always in the top five, as far as the amount of athletes, so we’re up there competing with the Orange and Miami-Dade (counties), which I think reflects well upon our program here. We’re obviously doing something right.” Lundin also heaped plenty of praise towards King, who she said helps set the standard for many other Unified school programs in the county. King was named Special Olympics Florida Coach of the Year in 2015. In addition to dedicating her time toward Special Olympics, King is one of the state’s top varsity girls soccer coaches — guiding Land O’ Lakes to the state semifinals the last three years and winning a state title in 2003. “There’s not enough you can say about Vicky,” Lundin said. “She’s just an amazing coach. She’s an amazing person. She just has a way about her that can bring the best out in her athletes and her partners. It’s just a reflection upon her and her club — the CEC club is one of the largest in the county. It takes a lot of time and work, and on top of it, she’s one of the top varsity soccer coaches in the county. She’s tireless, and she works hard. She believes in the program and her students, and it shows every day.”

ALZHEIMER’S CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT The 18th annual Alzheimer’s Family Organization Tampa Bay Charity golf tournament is set for Nov. 10 at 9:30 a.m., at Crescent Oaks Country Club, 3300 Crescent Oaks Blvd., in Tarpon Springs. Cost is $75 for player. It includes 18 holes of golf, golf cart rental on day of event, and breakfast and lunch. For information, visit AlzheimersFamily.org/golftournament.

FLAPJACK 5K The 25th annual Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce Flapjack 5K and 1-mile run/walk is set for Dec. 8 at Connerton, 21100 Fountain Garden Way in Land O’ Lakes. Start time is 8 a.m., for the 5K and 8:45 a.m., for the 1-mile run/walk. Cost for the 5K is $25 for adults and $17 for students in grades K-12; the 1-mile run/walk is $15. All runners receive a T-shirt and medal. Top finishers in all age groups win a trophy. A flapjack breakfast also will be served after each race. It is free to runners and available to non-runners for a $5 donation. To register, visit tinyurl.com/y8a8rvxr. Vendor and various sponsorship opportunities remain available. For more information, email office@centralpascochamber.com.

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Keeping a piece of Dade City history alive By B.C. Manion bcmanion@lakerlutznews.com

hen Jo and Bob Larkin bought the R.D. Sistrunk House at the corner of 14th Street and Church Avenue, they knew they were buying a property with a rich history — that required a lot of work. “We renovated the house completely,” said Jo Larkin, who has a title company and previously owned an antiques shop. Her husband, Bob, who is a builder, said it was the most extensive renovation project he’s ever tackled. “It had plaster walls inside, and so we gutted all of the walls and ceilings. “The only thing that was left from before we started remodeling was the frame walls, the siding and the flooring. “We took out all of the electrical and all of the plumbing, anything in there except, for the structure,” Bob said. The couple purchased the Sistrunk House in 2004 from Earl McKinney, a man they’d known all of their lives. “Earl was not well,” Jo said.“One of the reasons that we got the house, truly, is because Earl had been over to see me, when I had the bed and breakfast (The Lark Inn, next door), and he couldn’t believe what Bob and I had done. “He said,‘I never had the money to do to this house, what I wanted to do.” He asked Jo: ‘Do you think you and Bob would take this on?’ When Bob gutted the Sistrunk House, he found out where a lot of the original stuff had been located, Jo said.“He put it back originally, the way it was.” There’s original glass in a window looking onto Church Avenue, and in the beveled glass front door. Much of the lighting is original, too. There’s only been four owners since the house was built in the early 1890s. First, there was Laura Inglis, of Iowa; then Dr. Sistrunk, a beloved Dade City physician, and his family. Earl McKinney bought it in the early ’70s, and then the Larkins. During the restoration, a library was created by enclosing a porch; a reading room was made by enclosing a gazebo; and a carport was converted into a kitchen. Upstairs, Bob created new spaces, too. “You have to understand, there were no bathrooms or closets when we got this. So, what Bob did, was — he bumped out the walls, and he added a closet and he added a bathroom,” Jo said. The list of work done during the renovation goes on and on. After giving the home new life, the couple loaded it up with interesting items. “This is the fun part of doing houses,” Jo said.“You can tell I had an antique store.”

Dade City Garden Club annual ornament The Dade City Garden Club’s annual ornament this year features The R.D. Sistrunk House, which is located at the corner of 14th Street and Church Avenue. The two-story wood-frame house, at 37441 Church Ave., was the home of one of Dade City’s prominent pioneer doctors, Dr. Robert Don Sistrunk. Originally, it was a plain two-story square box, finished by Laura Inglis, from Iowa, in the early 1890s. Doctor Sistrunk and his bride, Frances Bedgood, moved to the Church Street home in 1906. They remodeled it extensively in 1910, enlarging it, and adding porches and arts and crafts-style columns. They lived in the house the rest of their lives. Earl McKinney bought the house in the early 1970s. He added porches, gazebos, and replaced the arts and crafts columns. When McKinney’s health was deteriorating, he approached Bob and Jo Larkin about buying the house and restoring it. The Larkins bought the house in 2003 and began renovations in 2005. The ornament commemorating the Sistrunk House is available for $22, by check only, from the Greater Dade City Chamber.

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This sunny reading room is an enclosed porch that used to be a gazebo.

Jo Larkin enjoys talking about the transformation of the home at 14th Street and Church Avenue, known historically as The Sistrunk House. It is featured as this year’s Dade City Garden Club ornament.

The dining room table was built using the legs from a square grand piano. There’s a piece of furniture known as a “Larkin Side by Side,’ which was available from the Larkin Soap Company. The soap company gave out stamps with soap purchases, which customers saved to buy items from a catalog. There are conversation pieces throughout the 4,000-square-foot home, which has 13 rooms, including three bedrooms and three baths. Jo is thrilled that her home was selected to be featured as the Dade City Garden Club’s annual ornament. She buys the ornament every year.“In fact, all of my sisters, who have moved away, I buy for them and ship it to them because they all want it. Bob’s sister, too. It’s a great gift. It just reminds you of home, so many great things. “I think it’s such a shame that Earl died and could not see what has happened with the home.That kind of thing would have just made his day. “If anybody was in love with his home, it was Earl. He really was obsessed with it. “He was a real character. “He was interesting to talk to, but you never knew what Earl was going to say, and you never knew what was embellishment and what was the truth.” The couple has the house on the market now, as they plan the next phase of their lives. “It’ll take the right person. It’ll take someone who wants to be part of Dade City,” she said.

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This is a stained glass piece Bob had made for the 14th Street door transom to match the original stained glass in the front window on Church Avenue.

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Kilo is on Instagram Kilo is 2 ½ years old. He was diagnosed with parvo when he was just 3 months old, and the veterinarian thought he might not survive. He did pull through and is now a healthy, magnificent creature. Kilo enjoys belly rubs, walks down River Walk Tampa, and meeting new people. He has his own Instagram page @ Kilo.z, where he posts most of his hobbies. Kilo’s proud owner is Duke Zamora, of Dade City.

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Mick is a handsome 2 ½-year-old pup that arrived at the shelter as a stray in August. If you are looking for a photogenic friend to take selfies with, this is your man.

If you would like to adopt Alfred or Mick, 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.

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face contact permitted among dogs. • One handler per pet is required. • Be sure to bring poop bags. • Be sure to bring water. For information, call Animal Services at (813) 929-1212.

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If you have pet news about adoptions, walks or other events for pet owners and their pets, you can let us know by sending us an email. We just need the basics: who, what, when, where and why. The information should be submitted two weeks prior to the desired publication date.We also need a contact name and number, in case we have questions. There is no guarantee of publication, but we consider each item we receive. If you’d like to make a submission, send it to news@lakerlutznews.com. Readers can now find Pets of the Week and Local Wildlife photos on our website at LakerLutznews.com, under the Pets/Wildlife link.

Portion of Equestrian Trail temporarily closed The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report

A portion of the Starkey Park Equestrian Trail is closed, while a project is done by Tampa Bay Water to improve water levels and ecological function at Bonnet Lake. Construction crews will install a 12-inch pipe to divert water from Grassy Prairie to Bonnet Lake.While that work is done, a portion of the trail will be closed to keep trail users safe. The trail will remain open to the north

and south of the construction area, and will be accessible to trail users. Signs will be placed at trail closure locations with a map to help trail users navigate the closure area. The closed portion is expected to reopen in February 2019. Residents can follow the project’s progress by monitoring Tampa Bay Water’s Twitter and Facebook feeds for updates. For specific concerns or questions, call the construction hotline at (866) 463-6426.

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Orchestra brings the beat back to Land O’ Lakes It was a beautiful evening for the ‘Brass with a Beat’ concert by the brass and percussion ensemble of The Florida Orchestra, on Oct. 27. More than 500 people enjoyed the free event at Heritage Park in Land O’ Lakes. Pictured here, Vic Anthony, of Land O’ Lakes, and Buddy, his 12-year-old beagle, are immersed in the music.

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Two ducks come up to the home of Sharon Thompson, in Wesley Chapel, every day to be fed. They are not shy when it comes to begging for food. The Muscovy ducks have sharp claws for perching in trees, but are mostly seen in slow, goose-like flight at dawn and dusk.

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Women-n-Charge meets at 11:30 a.m., on the first Friday of each month, at the Plantation Palms Golf Club, 23253 Plantation Palms Blvd., Land O’ Lakes. The cost is $15 for members and $18 for guests who RSVP by Monday prior to the meeting. Tuesday and after, the cost is $20 for members and $23 for guests. To RSVP, visit Women-n-charge.com/meetings/. For information, call (813) 600-9848.

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The 2018 annual Economic Development Summit is set for Nov. 1 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Pasco-Hernando State College’s Porter Campus, 2727 Mansfield Blvd., in Wesley Chapel. Numerous panelists will discuss the economic opportunities in health care, education, tourism and hospitality, and the overall business development environment. For tickets or more information, call (813) 994-8534.

Two Sisters DIY Workshop, 2020 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., Suite 4, in Lutz, will host a Boss Babe Network Night on Nov. 6 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., to give women professionals and entrepreneurs a chance to make connections and referrals. Bring plenty of business cards. Each person attending should bring a product, gift card, or small gift basket (no coupons) to go toward a raffle. Food and beverages will be provided. The group meets the first Tuesday of each month. For information, call (813) 586-3521.

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The North Tampa Bay Chamber’s “Celebrating Excellence in Business” awards celebration is planned for Nov. 8 at Hyatt Place Wesley Chapel in the Sierra Conference Center.The event begins with a cocktail hour at 6:30 p.m., and the awards program at 7:30 p.m. The cost is $65 per person or $520 per corporate table of eight. There is a cash bar, and the dress is business or cocktail attire. For more information or to register, visit NorthTampaBayChamber.com.

Pasco County Supervisor of Elections Brian Corley is scheduled to be the guest speaker at the East Pasco Networking Group meeting on Nov. 13. The group meets at 7:30 a.m., at IHOP in Dade City, 13100 US 301 in Dade City. For more information, call Nils Lenz at (813) 782-9491.

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GENERAL OBLIG GA ATTION BONDS Sheriff • Fire Rescue • Parks • Libraries

In Novembe er, Pasco Co ounty voters will have gation an oppor tunity to vote on four separate general oblig bond questions to fund imp provements in our Coun nty. If approved, all money will be spent righ ht here in Pasco County y.

Vote By Vo B Mail begins Octob ber 9 Early V Vo oting begins Octobe er 24

Election Day: Novembe er 6, 201 18

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Parks

Libraries

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This bond will save taxpayers money and keep us safer by expanding the jail to allow more inmates to be housed in Pasco County instead of sending them to neighboring counties.

This bond will enhance Fire Rescue operations by constructing four new fire stations and replacing five outdated fire stations in various locations throughout the County; adding ten new emergency vehicles, and constructing a new training g facility y to p provide County Firefighters advanced training.

This bond will fund projects in various locations across the County to beautify public areas, enhance parks and renovate and improve existing athletic facilities.

This bond will remodel and upgrade all seven librar y branches across the County to best meet the needs of residents including technology updates and connectivity improvements.

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