Lutz/Land O' Lakes/Odessa - Vol. 4, Issue 7, July 2013 by Tampa Bay News & Lifestyles Magazine

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Vol. 4, Issue 7, July 2013

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The Business & Dining Magazine Directly Mailed To 20,000 Homes In Odessa, Lutz & Land O’ Lakes Areas This Independent Community News, Business & Dining Guide Is Directly Mailed Once Each Month To: Ashley Lakes, Ballantrae, Belle Meade, Calusa Trace, Canterbury, Cheval, Citrus Greens, Concord Station, Devonwood, Dolce Vita on Lake Keystone, Echo Lake, Farmington Village, Fern Glenn, Grey Hawk at Lake Polo, Heritage Harbor, Ivy Lake Estates, Keystone Groves, Keystone Manors, Keystone Reserve, Keystone Shores, Lake Charles, Lake Church, Lake Parker Estates, Lakeside Grove Estates, Northlake Village, Northbridge at Lake Pretty, Northton Groves, Oakstead, Orange Blossom Creek, Reflections, Steeple Chase, Stillwater, Stonegate, Suncoast Crossings, Suncoast Meadows, Swan Cove, The Eagles, Van Dyke Estates, Van Dyke Farms, Villa Rosa, Wyndham Lakes By Marcy Sanford

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Central Pasco COC Awards...3 Calendar.............................4-5 News Briefs........................6-7 Dr. Wayne Adams..................8 Vallarta’s Restaurante.....10-11 Grout Busters................12-13 Wireless Zone®..............14-15 Florida Wellness & Rehab..16-17 ALS Conference.............18-19 Salon Lofts.....................22-23

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A smile can say a thousand words; whether a friendly, silent greeting to a stranger, a nod to something funny, a brave way to face a fear, or a way to let someone know you will love them forever – smiles capture the best of our

emotions. A beautiful smile also can give you a confidence boost like no other. Albert Family Orthodontics in Trinity and Palm Harbor is dedicated to making patients of all ages smile at every visit through professional, personalized attention and by creating dazzling smiles using the latest in or-

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thodontic technology. Offering a fun, relaxing atmosphere and always treating guests with superior service, Albert Family Orthodontics gives its patients a lot to smile about! Jeremy M. Albert, DMD, MS, owner of Albert Family Orthodontics, truly does love making his patients smile before, after and during treatment! The offices are decked out with the latest games and gadgets and Dr. Albert has contests with the best prizes! Prizes that make both kids and adults grin! Like the upcoming concert ticket giveaways – Justin Bieber, Maroon Five (Adam Levine!) with Kelly Clarkson. “Orthodontics is such a unique dental treatment – it’s a natural healthy process of improving teeth position but to be done properly, that takes time to achieve the best results for our patients,” says Dr. Albert.

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Gives Patients A Lot to Smile About!

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FromChamber The Editor Kim Thomas The Central Pasco of Commerce Announces Award Winners The Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce held its Annual Awards & Installation banquet on June 13th at Heritage Harbor Golf & Country Club. The organization celebrated its 38th year promoting businesses and the Central Pasco / Northern Hillsborough areas. The chamber recognized Kris Keppel for his service to the chamber and community through the Flapjack 5k, a fun, family, fitness event which will be celebrating its 20th anniversary this December. Retiring board members Lorraine Lane of Lane Business Consulting and Donna Piscitelli of First American Mortgage Group, Inc. were also commended for their service. Retiring President Gary Loman was presented with a plaque and gavel of appreciation. The Board of Directors for 20132014, elected by the membership, was installed at the banquet by Paula O’ Neil, Ph.D. Pasco County Clerk & Comptroller. The 2013-2014 Board of Directors are: Gary Loman, Ras-

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mussen College Past President; Dr. Jorge Santana, 1 Source Chiropractic & Physical Medicine Center; Maureen Moore, Saint Leo University; Rhonda Buckley, American Home Title of Land O’ Lakes, Inc.; Rocky Contreras, Knowledge Points Tutoring; Carla Collier, All Smiles Tampa Bay; Larry Delucenay, Madhatter Utility, Inc., 1978-2013; Ann Marie Brown Ann Marie Brown, E.A.: Jim Charos, 54 U-Store Self Storage; Kurt Conover, Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point; Larry Giannone, Christian Brothers Automotive; Robin Perez, MIDFLORIDA Credit Union – Treasurer; Mary Lynn Gorsline, Copperstone Executive Suites & Office Space – Secretary; Charlene Ierna, Ierna’s Heating & Cooling, Inc. –

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President Elect; and Dennis Esber, Point To Point Printing, LLC – President. Attendees at the banquet chose “Notable” Award Winners during the evening. Winners of Notable Awards are: Helping Hand––Cheryl Herman, Lifevantage; Pit-Bull––April Saland, A.L. Saland Insurance Solutions, Inc.; Happy Camper––April Saland, A.L. Saland Insurance Solutions, Inc. See “CPCOC” on page 20.

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Community Calendar

Local NASCAR Teen to Host Car Show & Fundraiser Sun., July 21, Noon––Baldwin Racing, Inc. of Oldsmar and East Lake High School graduate Dalton Baldwin will be hosting “Rods & Racers Reaching Out for Breast Cancer” Car Show & Fundraiser. The event will held at Bright House Field in Clearwater on July 21, 2013 and will feature a car show outside including our NASCAR Whelen Southern Modified Tour race car as well as a fundraiser with silent and live auction inside at Frenchy’s Tiki Bar. Awards and Auctions will begin at 3 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 on the day of the show. Tickets will also include admission to

the Clearwater Threshers game at 6 p.m. (vs. Jupiter Hammerheads) along with hot dog, chips and a soda. There will be a fireworks display following the game. The Baldwin family lives and works in Oldsmar, and are very active in the community with Oldsmar Cares, and are members of the Upper Tampa Bay and Dunedin Chambers of Commerce. Michelle Baldwin says, “We feel strongly about giving back to our community and hope to encourage others to do the same.” Baldwin Racing extends a Special Thanks to the Pink Diamond Sponsors – Main Street Automotive, Clearwater Threshers & Advance Auto Parts; Special Thanks to the Pink Jewel Sponsors – Focal Point Coaching Excellence, Stanton Cronin Law Group, United Business Park and Mary Kay; and Thank You to the Auction for Pink Sponsors – Sea World, Tampa Bay Rays, Westchase, Courtyard by Marriot, Big Cat Rescue, StarLite Cruises, Wild About Cars, Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo, Chi Chi Rodriguez Golf Club, Perfectly Bare Laser

Therapy, The Living Room, M.D. Aesthetics, Chili’s, Palm Harbor Dermatology, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunedin Smokehouse and South Beach Tanning Co. Summertime Bash & Cornhole Tournament at Imagine School Sat., July 27, 1:30 – 5:30 PM–– Imagine School of Land O’ Lakes, located at 2940 Sunlake Blvd., and The Fellowship of Christian Athletes, a notfor-profit organization, will host a big “Summertime Bash” featuring a Cornhole Tournament (two-person teams, Round Robin), contemporary Christian music, prizes and giveaways, as well as a dinner and awards ceremony and a guest speaker. Cost is $20 per player. For more information, contact Bob Durham, Area Director FCA, at bdurham@fca.org or call (813) 784-4410. GRH’s Thrift Shoppes Holds Back to School Supply Drive for Kiwanis Mon., July 8 – Fri., Aug. 3––Pasco County schools might not start until Aug. 19, but it’s already time to start thinking

about back to school supplies for needy students in our area. From July 8 to August 3, Gulfside Regional Hospice Thrift Shoppes are collecting school supplies for the Kiwanis Club of Greater West Pasco. Anyone who donates to the drive will receive 25% off a single item (sale items and furniture excluded) up to a week after donating their items at any Gulfside Thrift Shoppe location. School supplies needed include: backpacks for both younger and older children; colored pencils; crayons; erasers; folders; glue sticks; markers; pencil case; pencils; scissors; yellow pencils. Donations accepted Mon. – Sat., 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at all Gulfside Regional Hospice Thrift Shoppe locations including the Lutz Thrift Shoppe at 1930 Land O’Lakes Blvd in the Harbour Village Shopping Plaza (813-909-0485) and the New Port Richey Thrift Shoppe at 6117 SR 54 in Elfers Shopping Plaza (727-842-7262). School supplies collected will be distributed to needy children in Pasco County through the Kiwanis Club of Greater West Pasco. For more info about the school supply drive, call any GRH Thrift Shoppes or visit grhospice.org.

NAMI Support Group Meetings The Pasco County Chapter of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) offers two types of support group meetings monthly; one for family and friends of those with mental illness and one for those living with mental illness (including, but not limited to, OCD, depression, bi-polar, schizophrenia, multiple personalities and more). Call 727-9929653 or visit www.namipasco.org for more information. NAMI Family & Friends Support 2nd & 4th Mon., 7:30–9 PM –– Medical Center of Trinity West Campus in Conference Room C, 5637 Marine Pkwy. in New Port Richey. 1st & 3rd Thurs., 6:30–8 PM––First United Methodist Church of Hudson, 13123 US Hwy 19 in Hudson 1st & 3rd Tues., 7–8:30 PM–– Branch of Christ Storefront Cypress View Square Shopping Complex Wesley Chapel, 27223 SR 56 in Wesley Chapel NAMI Connections (Recovery support group for those living with mental illness) Every Tues., 7–8:30 PM––NAMI Pasco Office (in Jallo Plaza), 6480 Land O’ Lakes Blvd. in Land O’Lakes Every Wed., 7–8:30 PM––Medical Center of Trinity Center West Campus

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Conference Room C, 5637 Marine Pkwy. in New Port Richey.

NarAnon Family Groups Meetings Nar-Anon is a worldwide fellowship for those affected by someone else’s addiction. For more information visit Naranonfl.org or call the Help Line at 1-888-947-8885. Local weekly meetings are as follows: Tuesdays, 7 PM––Hope Church, 5107 Lutz Lake Fern Rd. in Lutz; *Narateen at same location, day and time Thursdays, 7 PM––Our Lady of the Rosary Church, 2348 Collier Pkwy. (Immaculata Hall - Rm. E - Back Entrance) Saturdays, 10 AM––United Methodist Church, 207 Buckingham Ave. in Oldsmar Wednesdays, 8 PM––Asbury United Methodist Church, 4204 Thys Rd. in New Port Richey Mondays, 7 PM––Turning Point, Mary Martha Bldg., 6227 Sheldon Rd. in Tampa Thursdays, 7 PM––Christ the King Church, 821 S. Dale Mabry (Two Story Bldg. across parking lot, Rm 203) Tuesdays, 6:45 PM––All Saints Church, 1700 Keystone Rd. in Tarpon Springs; *New NARATEEN meeting (same day, time and location, different room)

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Community News Briefs Volunteer to be a Star in “Dancing With Our Stars” Event! The Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce is seeking volunteer stars to participate in 2013 Dancing With Our Stars, a fabulous and fun event for the entire community! Last year, Dancing With Our Stars showcased the talent of 16 business “stars,” 10 local dance instructors, and brought attention to local businesses throughout the Tampa Bay area and, through the online auction, from around the United States. Hundreds turned out for last year’s amazing performance October 20, 2012. This year Dancing With Our Stars will be held the evening of Saturday September 21. The community, chamber members, and volunteers all benefit from this great event! “Stars” and their sponsors have the opportunity to promote their business, the professionals have the opportunity to bring attention to their work and studios, the community votes and enjoys the show; all while having fun, bringing the community together, and supporting local programs!

Do you have a hidden desire to dance like “Donald Driver,” the 2012 Dancing with the Stars winner? The chamber is looking for volunteers to help behind the scenes and for “stars” that will be trained by dance professionals to perform a short routine. This is a great way to bring attention and exposure to your business and services. The Overall Star winner will be based on monetary votes; the star that raises the most money to benefit the chamber and its programs wins. A portion of the proceeds also benefits the Arts in our community. There are several other awards as well: Most Entertaining, Best Costume, and People’s Choice to name a few. This is the perfect opportunity to network with new people, get in shape, have fun and benefit your business and community! Please join in helping make this event a success! We look forward to meeting and hearing your ideas. The Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce is a not for profit organization whose dedicated business and community

partners work toward improving the general welfare in the Central Pasco / Northern Hillsborough area so that its citizens and all areas of its business community shall prosper. For more information contact the Central Pasco Chamber office at: 813-909-2722 or email office@CentralPascoChamber.com. Gulfside Regional Hospice Holds Hittin’ the Road For Hospice More than 225 motorcycle enthusiasts took part in Gulfside’s inaugural Hittin’ the Road for Hospice poker run on June 22. The event started at Gulfside’s New Port Richey Thrift Shoppe, and included stops at SKY Powersports West in Port Richey, VFW Post #4283 in Dade City, Gulfside’s Zephyrhills Thrift Shoppe and ended at Quail Hollow Golf and Country Club in Wesley Chapel. At each stop, participants selected cards to try and make the best poker hand. David Koczak, from New Port Richey, won $500 for his Ace High Flush, while Franki Brown, from Bay Pines, won for the worst hand of eight high. An award was also given to the club with the most members in attendance – the Patriotic Riders. Thank you to all of the partici-

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GRH staff members with members of the EMS Angels Motorcycle Club of Pasco County, made up of area healthcare professionals Photo courtesy of GRH Volunteer Keth Luke pants of the inaugural Hittin’ the Road for Hospice,” said Linda Ward, president and CEO of Gulfside Regional Hospice. “It was spectacular to see all of the motorcycles together before Hittin’ the Road and to know what their support means for Gulfside’s patients and their families.” After the scenic cruise through Pasco County, riders enjoyed a celebration at the final stop, which included music emceed by DJ Patti, a performance by the band Ultra-Cool, a bike show presented by Born to Ride Magazine, vendors, prizes and much more.

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More than $8,000 was raised by the event with proceeds from Hittin’ the Road for Hospice benefiting Gulfside Regional Hospice to support patient care and bereavement programs for Pasco County residents. Sponsors for the event include: •Classic–The Fran Haasch Law Group •Chopper–Golden Eagles Motorcycle Club •Cruiser–AAA Auto Club Group, Norm & Sons Tire & Auto Repair and SKY Powersports West •Media Sponsor–Tampa Bay Times

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Plans are already underway for the second annual Hittin’ the Road for Hospice next year. For more information, call 800-561-4883 or visit hittintheroadforhospice.org. Gulfside Regional Hospice, established as a nonprofit corporation in Pasco County in 1988 and initially licensed in 1989, serves more than 375 patients daily. GRH employs over 250 professionals and has more than 550 volunteers, and is the only hospice that serves Pasco County exclusively. For more information about Gulfside Regional Hospice, call 800-561-4883 or visit www.GRHospice.org .

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GETTING READY FOR THE SAT, ACT, AND BRIGHT FUTURES By Dr. Wayne Adams, Former Dean and Full Professor of a Graduate School of Business Dr. Wayne Adams has degrees and advanced studies from Harvard, Yale, and Vanderbilt. He is one of the leading tutors in the country. Fewer subjects are closer to parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; hearts than finding the best college education for their students at an affordable price. The Bright Futures program has been especially helpful. Unfortunately, the major increases in SAT and ACT score qualification requirements for Bright Futures this year will eliminate about 60% to 70% of applicants in 2013-2014 who would have been eligible last year. In addition, SAT and ACT scores are more critical today for college admission and for academic, athletic, music, and other scholarships. What are these standardized, national examinations? The SAT consists of Writing (Essay and Grammar), Reading, and Mathematics, with a maximum composite score of 2400. The ACT core consists of English (Grammar), Mathematics, Reading, and Science, with a maximum composite score of 36. Each exam is given multiple times in fall and in spring. Some key observations! Having tutored high school students for five years across the country with thousands of hours of face-to-face experience including general students and all types of athletes: Most students are poorly prepared for these examinations, especially in the areas of essays, grammar, critical thinking so vital in reading, advanced techniques

for math, and overall test strategy. As one example, when I ensure students know all the vocabulary words in an SAT Reading section before starting, their correct answers jump around 50%! Reading the long passage sections on each exam before looking at the questions is, for most students, a waste of time. Time is not your friend on these exams. If you know how to approach the math, it can be greatly simplified. For example, recently I tutored a 7th grader who had not had algebra or geometry, and he scored almost 600 on the math section of the actual exam. His composite on the actual SAT Exam for Writing, Reading, and Math was 1780, a 500 point gain from his baseline.

Current teaching techniques are ineffective. For example, how can a teacher really know what an individual student needs without baseline testing, identifying the areas to be strengthened, and shaping each program around what each student needs for their maximum improvement? Students do not learn by listening; students learn by doing under expert guidance for individual learning styles. Students need to prepare early to do their best on these exams. I often tutor freshmen, sophomores, and juniors as they prepare for the big exam. And with the SAT, you can use the highest scores, present the composite to a college, and they will not know these scores came from different exams. On the ACT, you can miss a question without penalty, so guess at them all. Do not do this on the SAT. About Dr. Adams: His students have been admitted to Harvard, Yale, Cornell, Columbia, UF, FSU, USF,

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UCF, USC, UCLA, LSU, Ohio State, U Kansas, Boston College, Northeastern, Music Conservatories, and many other outstanding universities, often with academic, athletic, and music/performance scholarships. He has tutored students from Berkley, Central Catholic, Clearwater, Countryside, Dunedin, East Lake, Mitchell, Palm Harbor (regular and IB), and Tarpon Springs High Schools. In addition, he tutors students in California, Texas, and Michigan via SKYPE. Dr. Adams can be reached at 727-253-0639 or email at wwa0811@gmail.com.

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Vallarta’s Restaurante Mexicano

A Local Favorite for Authentic Mexican Fare By Marcy Sanford Vallarta’s Restaurante Mexicano located on State Road 54 in the Northpointe Village is a festive restaurant with great food and drinks at a great price. Vallarta’s started in Atlanta, Georgia, in 1972 under the name “El Toro” Mexican Restaurant. As the years passed the employees of El Toro decided that the food was too good to keep locally and decided to branch out and open new locations in states across the southeast including Tennessee, Virginia, Alabama, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Florida. Vallarta’s Mexican Restaurant opened its first Tampa location in Temple Terrace in 1989 and has since grown to five locations throughout the Tampa area. Locally owned and operated, the Lutz Vallarta’s location has been a favorite of residents in the area since it first opened. One taste of their fresh,

scrumptious salsa and crispy, salty tortilla chips and it’s easy to see why they’ve been voted “Best of Pasco” in a restaurant poll.

Great Food

Vallarta’s uses only the freshest ingredients to make their Mexican specialties like Molcajete – a delicious combination of steak, chicken, and shrimp. Molcajete is cooked with onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, mushrooms, and squash and layered with Vallarta’s famous cheese and ranchero sauce. Another favorite is Carne Asada - tender grilled steak seasoned with Vallarta’s special blend of south of the border spices. No matter what you’re in the mood for, Vallarta’s has a great selection of Mexican specialties and classics. In addition to specialty dinners Vallarta’s has all of your traditional favorites including quesadillas, burritos, enchiladas, tamales, tostadas, tacos,

and more. And the best part is all the delicious dishes are available in a wide variety of combinations. There is truly something for everyone in your party with plenty of pork, steak, chicken, seafood, and vegetarian dishes to choose from. One of my favorites is their yummy grilled quesadillas filled with melted cheese and juicy shrimp, but you can also choose to get succulent steak tips, flavorful mushrooms and roasted tomatoes, tender chicken or choose a combination of several delicious fillings. Another favorite at Vallarta’s is their tacos prepared with your favorite fillings including the tantalizing chicken and bacon tacos.

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With more than 60 dinner options on their menu, you are sure to find something you’ll like at Vallarta’s. In fact, you’ll probably find many favorites.

Great Drinks

When you go to Vallarta’s you definitely have to try one of their famous margaritas. Served frozen or onthe-rocks, their margaritas are the perfect refreshing beverage to go with

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Vallarta’s make you feel like you’re on vacation in a tropical paradise. On Friday nights they even have a Mariachi band to entertain diners.

Great Specials

The reasonable everyday prices at Vallarta’s mean the whole family can eat an excellent meal without spending a lot of money any day of the week but Vallarta’s also has specials throughout the week to make dinner or lunch an even better deal. Happy Hour is everyday from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays and Tuesday are $1

taco night from 5 p.m. to close. Wednesday and Thursday nights are $3 burritos from 5 p.m. to close. All specials are dine-in only. Vallarta’s is located in the Northpointe Village at 22948 State Road 54 in Lutz. The restaurant is open: Sun., 12 p.m. – 9 p.m.; Mon. – Thurs., 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.; and 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. on Fri. & Sat. Find more information online at www.MyVallartas.com. No reservations are required. Takeout is available; call (813) 949-6565 to place your to-go order.

Vallarta’s menu is vast with delicious, authentic fare at great prices that allow you to take the whole family out for Mexican - lunch or dinner! your tasty Mexican lunch or dinner. Vallarta’s also has a great selection of Mexican and domestic beers, wines, and sangria.

Great Atmosphere

Whether you want to enjoy a nice cool evening on their patio or escape the day’s heat inside in the air condi-

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tioning, Vallarta’s provides the perfect atmosphere for socializing with friends and family while enjoying a delicious dinner. The covered patio overlooks a relaxing fountain and lovely green lawn. Inside, are plenty of comfortable booths and plenty of tables perfect for large families or groups of friends. The colorful wall decorations throughout

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Complete Tile Joint Cleaning and Color Restoration By Katie Thomas For many, our homes are our greatest investments and we take pride in caring for and maintaining our sanctuaries. I love walking into my own home when it is clean and looking its best, so I can let out a big sigh, “I’m home.” Sometimes elbow grease just isn’t enough and it’s time to call a professional to keep your home looking fantastic, clean and aesthetically appealing; Grout Busters is your go-to pro if you want to make your tile floors look like new again. Grout Busters, a Tampa based

business, is family owned and operated by David Smith and his son Travis Smith. David opened Grout Busters in 1992, as the first business of its kind in Florida. David says, “In the early 1990s, I decided to take a chance and do something different. I thought of grout restoration. There were a lot of homes at the time that had tile, but no businesses at the time that could clean and restore grout.” As a pioneer in tile joint cleaning and color restoration, David has expert knowledge on what works best and what products and sources are no good. Grout Busters started with a great product and has mastered the

craft of complete cleaning, color restoration and protection of grout/tile in residential or commercial buildings. Celebrating 20 years in business, Grout Busters has gained quality experience that has allowed for business expansion and growth. With over eight operative offices in the Southeast, Grout Busters is A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau and offers customers solid, reliable work that always has a fantastic end result. David says, “We stand behind everything that we do. Our longevity in this business

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is a testament to our work ethic. We are proud that we have satisfied thousands of customers and we plan on keeping it up for years to come.” With a goal to always satisfy customers and provide the best service with high-end product that works, Grout Busters keeps happy customers. Kathryn Robertson hired Grout Busters to seal the grout in all the main areas of her home in 2004. She says, “The work that Grout Busters did has lasted all this time. They came into our new home and matched the color of the grout perfectly to what we had installed. If someone spills something, it cleans right up and does not stain the grout. The grout has stayed clean and still looks brand new. I have recommended them to my parents and other people because they did a great job and because the floor has looked great for so long.” Grout Facts and Cleaning Techniques Grout Busters focuses on getting your floors looking back to new and protecting them for years to come.

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Since grout is a porous substance it is subject to staining by mop water, spills and other contaminants that can happen on an everyday basis. The Grout Buster system for cleaning and sealing will protect your grout from staining and have you amazed at the beautiful end result. When working with new tile floors, Grout Busters recommends applying the Grout Buster system sealant three weeks after tile/grout installation, providing your floors with the benefits of beauty and durability. When cleaning and adding a sealant solution to an existing home that needs a boost in looks and cleanliness, Grout Busters utilizes their reliable color-pigmented, water-born epoxy grout sealant. This sealant is chemically engineered to penetrate and form a high strength bond to non-sanded, sanded and epoxy tile grout. Grout Busters has a color pallet in 44 standard color choices and has the means to match all of the grout industry’s leading grout manufacturers’ color offerings. Many grout cleaning businesses use steam cleaning to work on grout, but the Tile and Stone Association of America reports that steam can be far too aggressive and cause damage to tile and grout – the chemicals used for steam cleaning are harsh and can modify the color of your grout. “We do things the old-fashioned way, the way we always have. We first clean everything on our hands and knees, getting into the corners and scarifying (sanding) stains. Steam cleaning does not get into the hard to reach places and because they do not use the sealant we use, it will just get dirty again after a couple months,” says David. “Our grout sealer has a tint that matches the original color of your grout and protects the grout underneath. The process is all done by hand to ensure that it is done right.” David adds, “Our sealer is the best and strongest that the tile industry has to offer.” The sealant Grout Neighborhood News & Lifestyles

Busters uses locks out odors and stains from penetrating into the porous surface, which reduces your overall maintenance time spent cleaning your floor and allows for a beautiful, fresh new look that will brighten your home. David and Travis take pride in their business and consider themselves experts in grout cleaning, whether residential/commercial flooring or bathrooms; the Smiths have got your grout locked in. Offering single-item service allows Grout Busters to offer the best quality service imaginable. Dan Beltram has had many of his homes serviced by Grout Busters and he says, “I’ve used Grout Busters over five times and I would not think of using another company. When I buy new houses, the first thing I do is have David come over and seal the grout before we begin any work, this way I know my flooring is completely protected. I have been so pleased with his work that I have flown him to Montana and Georgia to work on my houses there. The flooring always looks better than new and every time I see the finished product I am shocked, WOW!” Grout Busters offers free estimates and is licensed and insured. You will be happy you called Grout Busters when you see the fabulous work they perform. Their work ethic, knowledge and expertise as pioneers of the grout cleaning industry make them a leader in cleaning and sealing techniques. For your free estimate, call David at (813) 546- 1547 or email david@groutbusters.com. Visit www.GroutBusters.com for more information and you can find Grout Busters on Facebook. Grout Busters offers licensing opportunities for motivated individuals; find business opportunities on the Grout Buster website.

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Wireless Zone® –– Your Local Verizon Premium Wireless Retailer By Katie Thomas When your cellular phone meets its end, you need to get reconnected fast! There is no need to drive far. Located in Odessa, just off of State Road 54, you will find the latest in Verizon technology from a friendly, helpful and attentive staff. Wireless Zone® of the Trinity/Odessa area is a Verizon Premium Wireless Retailer store, and provides the area with top-of-the-line products in a setting that has a hometown feel and customer-first service. Whether you are looking to upgrade your wireless device, put together a new plan or even update your Internet to Verizon Fios, Wireless Zone® has all of your needs covered. Wireless Zone® is the largest independent Verizon Wireless franchise in the U.S. and provides customers with an excellent array of choices, both in plans and cellular devices, to meet all of your mobile phone needs. Wireless Zone® began in 1988 during the dawn of the wireless age. The company was started by Russ Weldon as “The Car Phone Store” and from the moment it opened, Russ knew

that it was going to be a growing business as long as he stuck to keeping winning customer service as an integral part of business. Russ wanted his business to give back to the community, provide the newest technology and offer quality customer service; he set himself apart from big box stores. During the boom of the cellular and technological advances, The Car Phone Store thrived exponentially and became Wireless Zone® in 1999 in order to better convey the products sold. Now Wireless Zone® serves the cellular needs of local communities in over 400 stores located in the U.S. From car phones to the first cellular to smart phones with the best 4G data to be found, Wireless Zone® has been at the forefront of changes in wireless technology over the past 25 years. Today you can find all the latest cellular/wireless phones, GPS navigation, wireless accessories, Verizon FIOS High Speed Fiber Optic Network, Wireless Data Devices and prepaid cellular services at your local

Trinity/Odessa Wireless Zone®. New Owners & Management Committed to Customers I met with Trinity/Odessa Wireless Zone® manager Geoff Kranich to learn more about the Wireless Zone® mission and services offered. New Wireless Zone® owners took over the location about eight months ago as a corporately ran store, and Geoff and the crew are enthusiastic about helping their customers and showing them that their needs are important. Wireless Zone® customers rave about the customer service. Customer Ryan Bullard says, “This has to be by far the friendliest and most knowledgeable group of people I have ever dealt with.” “We are rebuilding business and

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Manager Geoff Kranich working towards building our rapport within the community,” says Geoff. “We want to provide a hometown feel with all the perks of having corporate backing.” The new and improved Wireless Zone® in Trinity has a mission to be a part of the community, give stellar customer service and talk to customers on a personal basis. You will never be just another number at Wireless Zone® in Odessa – each team member in the store wants to build a personal relationship with you, know your name and help you in every way they can.

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and/or theft. When you stop in to ask about their warranties, take a few minutes to play with the new Galaxy S4. This super awesome phone has the newest droid features on the market. In fact, Neighborhood News & Lifestyles’ tech-savvy webmaster Ashley – a (former) die-hard iPhone user – just switched to the Galaxy, which fast became her new favorite!

Geoff has an extensive background in customer service; he trains his team in a way that reflects his own beliefs in serving the customer. He explains, “I want our customers to be on a first name basis with us. If they ever feel like popping in and saying hello, they should feel more than welcome to do so. I want this store to be a well-known business that locals respect and feel comfortable calling their own personal wireless retailer.”The friendly team at Wireless Zone® in Trinity/Odessa will help you find what you’re looking for, showing you choices and Geoff says he and his team will never try to sell

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you on something you don’t need. “We want to provide customers with honest service,” says Geoff. “We do not focus on up-charging, we focus on getting you fitted with what you want!” At Wireless Zone® in Trinity/Odessa, they promise you’ll receive the best treatment around! Maybe you want the latest, jawdropping technology on the market – no problem at Wireless Zone®! Your local store has the new Galaxy S4 and all the other top brand phones you love with the accessories to match. Wireless Zone® also offers a Global Warranty which will cover you in situations involving phone damage

A Company That Gives Back Wireless Zone® is committed to giving back to the community and charitable organizations in as many ways possible. Wireless Zone® is involved in the local Relay for Life race. Geoff’s niece’s local softball team raises money for travel by handing out $25 gift cards to the Wireless Zone®, which customers can use when they come at the store to fund a local charitable organization of their choice. Wireless Zone® Foundation for Giving, Inc. is a charitable organization exempt from federal income taxation under 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service Code. The Wireless Zone® Foundation supports the following organizations year round and raises funds to enrich the members within the programs listed: Children’s Tumor Founda-

tion, Center for Infant & Child Loss, Tourette Syndrome Alliance, United Hospice of Rockland County, Autism Speaks, Inc., Hunter’s Hope, Veterans Leadership Program of Western PA and Feeding America. Utilizing Wireless Zone® allows you to receive wonderful customer service and top products, while feeling good that a percentage of your purchase is going to a good cause. Find out what customers are saying about your local Wireless Zone®. You can find customer reviews and posts on Facebook, just type in “Wireless Zone Trinity Odessa” and when you “like” their Facebook page you will receive a $10 coupon good for accessories in the store. Wireless Zone® continually offers discounts, special rates and ways to help you save money, so make sure you keep updated through Facebook! Wireless Zone® is located at 11140 Cargo Ct., just off of S.R. 54 in Odessa. Hours are Mon.– Sat., 9 a.m.–8 p.m. and 11 a.m.– 5 p.m. on Sun. For more information, please call (727) 3729663 or visit facebook.com/Wireless Zone Trinity Odessa. Find corporate information at wirelesszone.com.

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Florida Wellness & Rehab Combines Family Medical Care & Chiropractic Care! By Julie Kanehl Many people run from one doctor’s appointment to the next, seeing one physician for a sore throat, and say, a chiropractor for their back. At Florida Wellness & Rehab, patients get the best of both worlds, which can be especially helpful when you know that these experienced doctors really enjoy putting their heads together and putting their patients first. One of the things they are most proud of is their unique approach to medicine, “combining skill and expertise that spans the entire wellness spectrum.” Florida Wellness & Rehab’s Trinity office is located at 1820 Wellness Lane in Building 4 of the Trinity Professional Center, which is at the corner of Little Road and Mitchell Boulevard. Now offering two other locations, one in downtown Tampa on Franklin Street, and the other in Zephyrhills, Florida Wellness & Rehab is popular with patients be-

cause they can be treated both medically and holistically all in one place. The Florida Wellness & Rehab Center is a group of physicians from all walks of medical life who can now offer patients a range of services including family medicine, chiropractic medicine, medical acupuncture, massage therapy and physical therapy. The wellness approach is a holistic approach to medicine that is gaining popularity with people all over the world who are tired of treating everything with medication when the side effects can be as bad as the problem. A wellness approach is different because its aim is to treat the whole person from the inside out, first holistically and then medically where necessary, keeping in mind the whole body. For example, a migraine is often treated with medicine, but chiropractic care and acupuncture can help patients who suffer from migraines, even severe bouts of it, without the need for any medication at all. Another example is that while a

Back (L-R): Stephen Unger, D.C., Ricky Quintana, Marsha Rugg Front (L-R): Yanira Unger, Carmen Santana, Carol S. Browne, D.O. & Kathy Meadows traditional doctor may treat high blood pressure with a medication, the doctors at Florida Wellness &

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Rehab will take a closer look as to what is causing the high blood pressure in the first place. Practitioners

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who focus on wellness care look deeper and help patients actually help themselves! Stephen Unger, D.C. is a prominent chiropractor in the area, and he has always had a passion for fusing family medicine with chiropractic wellness and care. Dr. Unger previously had a Chiropractic Center off of Duck Slough called Unger Chiropractic, where he and experienced Chiropractor, Brandon Delle Chiaie, D.C., took a holistic and individualized approach to Chiropractic Care with their patients. Now, at The Florida Wellness & Rehab Center, Drs. Unger and Della Chiaie have joined with two other Chiropractors, Edward Leonard, D.C. and Holly M. Ridge, D.C., as well as family care physicians Carol Browne, D.O, and Tanya Gold, M.D. Spanning the three locations, these doctors are able to help their patients from one end of the spectrum to the other, and consult with each other whenever necessary. Dr. Unger says, “We now have Chiropractic care, Physical Therapy and a family medical practice all in one.” Dr. Carol S. Browne has an extensive resume and background as a

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physician and academic physician, teaching other osteopathic doctors her techniques. Offering full service primary care, Dr. Browne can help patients with everything from the common cold to long-term medical conditions. She says, “Our philosophy is to provide quality care that is patient-centered. We see our patients as individuals.” Florida Wellness & Rehab is a state-of-the-art facility that has “inhouse” technology like x-rays, laboratories, physical therapy rooms and even diagnostic ultrasound. Together with their three Licensed Massage Therapists, Susan Lyons, Kasse Hays and Sean Gill, this entire group of professionals treats each patient with the goal of improving your health all around, fusing nutrition, wellness, spine alignment and medical care to help you be the most healthy YOU possible. Why Florida Wellness & Rehab Works for Patients Sometimes people say, “I don’t need a chiropractor, I haven’t been in a car accident!” While it’s true that Chiropractic Care is proven to be highly effective in treating those of us who have been in a car accident,

chiropractic care is a whole lot more than a snap and a pop fix. Chiropractic Care is the second largest primary health care profession in the United States, and it’s growing because more and more patients are beginning to appreciate the balance and harmony that comes with being a patient. From jaw pain and neck pain to knee pain, sciatica, scoliosis, headaches and injuries caused by everything from sports to general aging, an experienced Chiropractor can truly change your life. That said, sometimes after an injury, it may take a group of doctors to diagnose you. After my car accident, I went to a lot of different doctors, and none of them seemed to know what the other one was doing for a while. Patients who come to Florida Wellness & Rehab can avoid that problem altogether. Dr. Unger says, “Sometimes I see a patient who has come to me right after a car accident, and I can tell right away that they need to see a medical doctor. When this happens, it’s nice to be able to just let them know that they have to see Dr. Browne, and that we will be able to continue their care together as a team.” He adds, “Recently, while I

was working with a patient, I found that his blood pressure was extremely high and I was able to get him to Dr. Browne right away. In this way, we are able to give our patients the best possible care without having to send them back out into the world with more questions.” The best part, in my own opinion, about Florida Wellness & Rehab is that they don’t just give you a prescription and send you out the door, these physicians walk you through physical therapy; they adjust your neck, your back, your body. Their hands-on approach is personal and effective, and it makes a world of difference. Dr. Browne says, “Our philosophy is to be a cultural authority for evidence-based alternative care.” Florida Wellness and Rehab’s Trinity office is located at 1820 Wellness Lane in Building 4 of the Trinity Professional Center. The facility is open Mon. – Fri., 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Florida Wellness & Rehab also has offices in Tampa and Zephyrhills. For more information or to make an appointment, call (727) 264-8888 or visit them online at www.floridawell.com.

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ALS Association’s National ALS Advocacy Day & Public Policy Conference By Alexis Selby This past month nearly 2,000 people with Lou Gehrig’s Disease, family, friends and other advocates, including Cheval resident Gary Dassatti, gathered in Washington, D.C. during ALS Awareness Month for The ALS Association’s National ALS Advocacy Day and Public Policy Conference. While in Washington Gary, among with other ALS advocates, met with aides in 4 Congressmen's offices (Representatives Hastings, Rooney, Posey and Bilirakis) as well as with aides for Senator Nelson and Senator Rubio. Gary says, “We were basically seeing if they were aware of what ALS is and asked for continued monetary support from the House and Senate for the ALS Registry (where data is entered by current living pALS (people suffering with ALS) to try to help find a commonality so that a cause may be found. Currently we have no idea what causes ALS, only that Military per-

sonnel are twice as likely to contract this horrible disease. We were also asking for continued monetary support for the ALS Research Program at the Department of Defense; this is very necessary, especially with the Military connection to ALS.” Another individual who attended the conference’s Rally Dinner was Baltimore Raven O.J, Brigance, who has been living with ALS since May 2007 and has been a leading voice in the fight against the disease. It’s Brigance’s first time attending the conference, and it’s the first time they are having a rally to open the festivities. Former New Orleans Saints safety Steve Gleason, who, like Brigance, is also battling ALS, joined via Skype. The ALS Association hosted this three-day conference in order to empower individuals from across the country with the tools to advocate for policies specifically designed to accelerate the development of treatments for ALS. “During the 3 days, we heard

Cheval resident Gary Dassatti (far right) with ALS FL Chapter Board Member Warren Nelson and Senator Bill Nelson’s aide Kerry Allen. speeches from prominent Scientists and Research Doctors on various issues regarding our cause,” says Gary. “We don't know any more now than

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FL Chapter of ALS is to help with patient care.” O.J., who served as one of the keynote speakers during the dinner, addressed the conference’s attendees and discussed the transformative roles of adversity and resiliency for those battling this disease. Using his computer generated voice he said, “We possess an eternal flame that will burn brightly until we see a cure for ALS realized.” The Ravens’ senior advisor to player development also shared his story at the opening of the 2013 National ALS Advocacy Day and Public Policy Conference. “The fight against ALS has existed for over a hundred years with no cure,” says Brigance. “There is a need for greater awareness, along with funding for research and patient services. My encouragement will remind us of the root of resiliency, which permeates our cause. We will not stop until we find a cure.” While there are many causes to support, Brigance feels ALS is often overlooked when compared to cancer and other more well-known afflictions. Brigance recently visited the ALS Therapy Development Institute in Boston to tour their facilities and

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was “excited by the prospects on the horizon.” But a cure can’t be found fast enough in his eyes, he said. He is hoping funding and procedures can be fast-tracked. “My hope is Congress will recognize the devastation of ALS and will champion our cause,” says Brigance. “There are countless researchers looking to unlock the mysteries of ALS. Unfortunately, people are dying in the prime of their lives because the answer isn’t coming quick enough.” Kim Hanna, President and CEO of the ALS Association Florida Chapter, says, “Only through your efforts can we help to achieve O.J.’s and our vision – a world without ALS.” To become an ALS Advocate so that you can lend your voice to help increase government funding for ALS research and advance policies that will impact everyone touched by this horrific disease please visit their website at WebFl.alsa.org. ALS advocates are critical to ensuring that lawmakers understand the urgency of finding treatments and a cure for Lou Gehrig's Disease!

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“CPCOC” Continued from page 3 The following members and businesses received awards: Ambassador of the Year – Rene Van Hout, LOL Transport & Moving, Inc.; Large Business of the Year – Pizza Villa; Small Business of the Year – Copperstone Executive Suites & Office Space; New Business of the Year – Christian Brothers Automotive; Non-Profit of the Year – Oasis Pregnancy Care

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Centers; President’s Awards – Carla Collier of All Smiles Tampa Bay and Rocky Contreras of Knowledge Points Tutoring; Chamber Member of the Year – Rene Van Hout of LOL Transport & Moving, Inc. The Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce Extends Thank You to its Sponsors Corporate Sponsors: Suncoast Roofers, LLC and Tampa Bay Times; Entertainment Sponsors: McFarlanes Appliance Center and

Larry Giannone of Christian Brothers Automotive accepts New Business of the Year award

Darla with Crew Entertainment; Cocktail Sponsor: Centennial Bank; and Table Sponsors: Ierna’s Heating & Cooling, Medical Center of Trinity, MIDFLORIDA Credit Union, Regional Medical Center Bayonet Pointe, 54 UStore, Copperstone Executive Suites & Office Space, Saint Leo University, Rasmussen College, and Christian Brothers Automotive. These businesses deserve great thanks for helping make the banquet a success!

Notable Helping Hand award winner Cheryl Herman and President Loman

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Entrepreneurial Style – Four Stylists Find Their Place at Salon Lofts Stylists Photos by lilfrecklefacephotography.com When I visited Salon Lofts on Tampa Road in Oldsmar to meet four stylists who are opening up their own Lofts there, I was very impressed with the swanky feel of the space – as if you’ve steeped off a side street in Manhattan to a quiet, upscale salon and spa. The four ambitious, young stylists that I spoke with – Katy Yeager, Melissa McGrade, Cicely McKee and Heather Winder – were attracted not just by the great décor and premium products offered at Salon Lofts; they also loved the way the company encourages entrepreneurship by providing them with a range of online tools and a personalized marketing platform where they can grow their own business, and easily manage their schedules online where it is a breeze for clients to log on and set an appointment. Katy Yeager – in Loft 2 – is an Aveda Institute graduate and has been doing hair in the area for eight years. Katy continued on with her education after

graduation from cosmetology school is certified to teach in-salon training. “I love the concept of Salon Lofts,” says Katy. “Changing into this atmosphere has made every one of us happier. It has reignited our passion.” Katy is passionate about both cuts and color, and many of her clients come to her for her great blonde highlights. With far more than 14,000 hours behind the chair, Katy pays incredible attention to detail, and is dedicated to providing a standard of service that is unrivaled starting with a detailed consultation to cater to each guest’s specific needs. Katy treats clients to a scalp massage and a hot towel treatment. “There would be no greater compliment than the opportunity to service you and gain your trust as your hair specialist.” - Katy Yeager Heather Winder – Loft 4 – has worked in the salon business for 14 years. “I’ve spent my whole career at Aveda,” says Heather. “This is my first big move

but I wanted to create a more personable space for my clients.” The Salon Lofts ambiance is perfect for Heather and her clients, with its beautifully appointed loft space, personalized by Heather and her friend and fellow Loft buddy, Cicely McKee. “I love being able to have my own business without tons of overhead. Salon Lofts provides a lot of support for us.” Heather loves making her clients’ locks shine with beauty and is very passionate about natural-looking color and classic style. Cicely McKee – Loft 4 – has been a hairstylist with Aveda for 17 years. Cicely started doing hair in high school and went to Dunedin High School’s cosmetology program before attending the Aveda Institute. “I love my coworkers,” says Cicely, who shares Loft 4 with stylist Heather Winder. “We are excited to be independent stylists and small business owners.” Salon Lofts allows each stylist to use their favorite product line. Cicely uses Davines, and says, “It

is a great product line and I love that it is an all-women company.” Cicely loves doing both cuts and color and particularly loves doing color with foil. “My goal is to provide a professional and friendly environment for my clientele,” says Cicely. “It is extremely important to me that every guest is relaxed and comfortable. I love my career and trying new things.” Melissa McGrade – Loft 3 – is also an Aveda Institute trained hairstylist. “I have been in the hair industry for 12 successful years,” says Melissa. “I found my passion for hair up in Michigan where I attended and graduated from the Aveda Institute. I enjoy my craft and creativity when it comes to enhancing a person overall color and style. Cutting comes naturally to me and I love both cuts and color. It is fun making people look pretty and the results are immediate, which is what I like. I love what my work brings to a person’s attitude and self-confidence. We are in the

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“Liberty Pest” Continued from page 1 customers,” says Mark. “Many times that includes going a step beyond the pest control application. We have had cases where we’ve cut back tree limbs, because we know if they had been left as is, the ants would keep coming into the house; we have even cleaned a vacuum cleaner for an elderly client so we could help vacuum up dead roaches for her.” John is able to go the extra mile for his clients because in addition to being the owner of Liberty Pest Management, he and Mark personally handle all pest control cases. “Many times, pest control companies will instruct their technicians to strictly follow a company provided check-list of treatment protocols when performing treatments to your home or business,” cautions John. “When you call Liberty Pest Management, either Mark or myself come to your house and inspect the issue to determine the best way to go about treating it. We provide a thorough assessment of your home and property. Our goal is to look for signs of infestation and to check your home’s structural integrity so we can

properly provide the best solution. We treat your home as our own and tailor our treatment plans for each individual family. Our personalized treatment plans include an evaluation of your home and its’ history, your pest problem, and your desired outcome.” Green Pest Control Applying pest management products and materials to a home must be done with the utmost of care, and in addition to taking continuing education courses to ensure they are up-todate on the very best means of pest control, Mark and John also have extensive training in eco-friendly methods and offer a wide selection of products to keep your family members safe and healthy. The treatment techniques and products used by Liberty Pest Control are the most current, effective, and environmentally friendly “GREEN” treatment methods, thus guaranteeing the safety of your pets and children, and any other house occupants. Loyal customer Jim says, “Liberty Pest Management came out after we had an ant invasion. Within days, the ants were gone. We also signed up for a recurring quarterly maintenance program to keep the bugs gone. They are

Liberty Pest Management owner John Korte has seen and solved nearly every pest situation that affects the Central Florida area. very nice people to work with and they always call the day before they come.” Another benefit to John and Mark’s attention to customer service is their ability and willingness to help customers whenever a problem occurs. “We have many people who call or text us on the weekends with an issue or question,” says Mark. “They are usually very surprised when we get back to them that same day.” “Everything has been great,” writes Gwen, another Liberty Pest Management customer. “Liberty Pest Management is absolutely wonderful.

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They take care of my rental properties and any new properties I purchase. They respond quickly and overall, do a fantastic job. I highly recommend Liberty Pest Management.” Quarterly Pest Prevention Program Tackle those unwanted pests with Liberty Pest Management’s Quarterly Pest Prevention Program. Designed to keep pests out, the reoccurring treatments are kept under control with a several step process that covers both interior and exterior areas. The initial quarterly treatment consists of a comprehensive interior and exterior appli-

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cation. Then, quarterly maintenance treatments are applied exclusively to the exterior, eliminating overexposure to products/materials being applied inside the home, thus protecting the interior. This provides the customer with two distinct advantages – convenience and safety. The quarterly treatment rate begins at $60.00 per quarter and varies depending on your home’s square footage. All of Liberty Pest Management’s treatments include an unlimited, no additional charge re-treatment warranty for the interior of your home. “They are the most professional pest treatment company I have ever encountered,” says Christy. “They take their job seriously and also treat their clients with the utmost respect and courtesy. The treatments were guaranteed and if I ever saw bugs between quarterly treatments, they would come

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out right away and re-treat.” Liberty Pest Management treats the infestation of ants, roaches, silverfish, spiders, earwigs, scorpions, wasps and hornets, fleas, ticks and rodents. In addition, they can also service homes with in-wall pest tube systems. They are A Rated by the Better Business Bureau and received a Super Service Award from Angie’s List in 2012. Don’t let a pest infestation disrupt your life. Take control of your home and call Liberty Pest Management today, and get rid of those nasty creepy crawlies once and for all! Liberty Pest Management services North Pinellas, South Pasco, and all Hillsborough County. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call (813) 961-2627 or visit their web page at www.MyLibertyPest.com.

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“Albert Ortho” Continued from page 1 “So having a comfortable relationship with your orthodontic office and doctor is crucial as this is not a one or two visit process. We make treatment as enjoyable as possible for our patients individually. Done properly by an orthodontic specialist, orthodontics is a life-time investment that can achieve amazing results but requires experienced personal care.” A local graduate of East Lake High School, Dr. Albert really enjoys practicing in the area he grew up in and where he is now raising his own family. He is a specialist in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics. A graduate (with honors) of The University of Florida’s College of Dentistry, he also completed his Orthodontic Residency, received his Orthodontics Certificate, and earned his Master’s of Science Degree from UF. Proudly serving communities throughout Pasco and Pinellas Counties, Albert Family Orthodontics offers a friendly, professional staff and a warmly decorated offices equipped with state-of-the-art orthodontic treatment technology, digital imaging

and memory foam dental chairs that are super comfortable for patients. Dr. Albert provides conveniences that many other offices don’t have, from self-check-in options and free Wi-Fi, to freshly brewed Keurig Coffee and freshly baked Otis Spunkmeyer chocolate chip cookies. Enjoy watching a movie or the news on one of the large flat-screen televisions while relaxing in one of the comfortable seating areas or get moving and play some XBOX Kinect! The latest addition to their entertainment areas is iPad kiosks, loaded with the latest apps and movies.. all just a touch screen away! Albert Family Orthodontics caters to patients, parents and all guests in a way that exceeds expectations. Dawn R. says, “My daughter is a patient at the Palm Harbor location and we absolutely love it! Dr. Albert and his staff are professional and very friendly. The staff really treats the children like little adults. I often go back with my daughter during her appointments and I can hear the staff talking with the other patients and you can tell they really care and get to know the patients. I have not ever had an appointment where I had to sit and wait because the office was backed

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manent teeth come in. Preparing parents ahead of time allows for a significantly smoother transition into braces and everyone involved can be informed of the process all the way around. The majority of patients that come in to Dr. Albert are monitored at no charge until they are teens and ready to receive alignment. Both regular metal braces and “clear” braces are offered at Albert Family Orthodontics, along with In-

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visalign. Dr. Albert is an Elite Preferred Provider of Invisalign, a series of clear computer-generated “aligners” to invisibly fix smiles. This revolutionary treatment system is available for adults and teens. “We take great pride in helping our patients achieve the smile and bite they always wanted, with the orthodontic treatment system – either braces or Invisalign – that is best for them,” said Dr. Albert. As an orthodontic specialist, Dr. Albert is properly and uniquely trained in the mechanics of healthy tooth movement and feels very comfortable using his experience and expertise to treat the most complex cases possible with Invisalign. Fun Contests & Great Community Effort This summer, Albert Family Orthodontics is hosting their 2nd annual “Summer of Music and Smiles” contest! Patients will get the opportunity to win four free tickets to two of the hottest summer concert tours coming to Tampa. Last year’s giveaway was four tickets to One Direction, which to a lot of the girls was hard to beat, but Dr. Albert aims to please! He said, “This year we are giving away Justin

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Bieber tickets but I also wanted to offer something that adults would get excited about too and I included a contest to win Maroon 5 and Kelly Clarkson tickets. We have a lot of adult patients, too; 30 percent of my patients are adults.” Dr. Albert says, “Social media has become a great platform to run our patient contests through. We have really started using our Facebook page a lot to have a fun interaction with patients and let everyone know about our upcoming events and contests.” Charitable involvement with his local community has always been a priority for Dr. Albert. He is a member and Paul Harris fellow of the Rotary Club of Trinity, whose mission is supporting local children’s charities. Every year, Albert Family Orthodontics hosts a “Candy Buy Back” after Halloween, where sweets are donated to troops stationed overseas. Albert Family Orthodontics also participates in Toys for Tots through the Salvation Army every holiday season. Last year, Albert Family Orthodontics held a ‘Making a Change’ contest for local schools and was able to give $1000 to J. W. Mitchell High School and $250 each to Ozona Ele-

mentary and Madeira Beach Fundamental. “We listed all of the schools in the area that my patients go to,” says Dr. Albert. “The top 3 schools with the most likes on our Facebook page were entered into a random drawing for the top prize. Even though my offices are in Trinity and Palm Harbor, my patients come from all over and the Madeira Beach parents were really competitive.” Dr. Albert truly seems to enjoy interacting with patients and families outside of his office and is always looking for fun ways to show his appreciation. A patient appreciation party is even held every year at Astro Skate where patients get to skate for free and enjoy some fun times! You will always be treated with professional care and the latest and greatest in orthodontics. Take it from his satisfied patients, Dr. Albert does not disappoint! One patient writes, “Our family absolutely loves Jeremy Albert and his staff! He has such a wonderful and friendly demeanor with us and with our children. His office is beautiful and super clean with cool video games for the kids to play on while they wait. The actual patient rarely has to wait

over five minutes before they're seen, but the video games are great for the siblings who have to come along to the appointments. There's also Wi-Fi access and great coffee for the parents to access. His staff always greets you with a smile and are so pleasant to work with. I know one of his patients, who is my daughter's best friend, won “best smile” in the yearbook this year.” Get the right orthodontic treatment for your family at Albert Family Orthodontics! You will assuredly enjoy the treatment you receive and all the fun events Dr. Albert has planned for summer and years to come! Albert Family Orthodontics is located in Trinity at Trinity Professional Place, 1806 Short Branch Drive, Suite #102, and in Palm Harbor at 2445 Tampa Road, Suite A. Both locations are open Mon. – Fri., 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. The offices can be reached at (727) 376-2770 (Trinity) and (727) 781-7475 (Palm Harbor) or visit online at www.albertfamilyortho.com where you will find more information. “Like” Albert Family Orthodontics on Facebook to receive upcoming event and contest information!

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