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September 2010
John Moore Supply Drive Supports Local Education By Adam Porter, EIC, NOKP John Moore believes in education. When one of the big brands in his industry offers a continuing education class or informational seminar, he makes certain his staff is signed up. “Mohawk offers several university-accredited courses [to learn more about their products and the industry] and we’ve all gone to them.” Not even the boss is exempt. “I still do installs from time to time, so if I have the chance to learn more, I’m there.” But this commitment to education does not end for Moore when he locks up at the office. “The flooring business is my family’s lifetime trade,” says Moore, who joined his father and brother in the flooring industry in the 1970’s. “But education is a personal passion of mine. There is a direct connection between education and success in all endeavors. So, all of us need to stand by and stand with our teachers and school administrators. There
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is no better way to enrich your community than to support your local schools. Public or private, they can all use our help.” That is why John Moore Floor Covering is partnering with the News of Kings Point to sponsor the “Still in School” supply drive benefitting the teachers and students at nearby Ruskin Elementary school. On August 24th Principal Lisa Amos, AP
SCC Concert to Benefit Wounded Warriors By NOKP Staff If you appreciate great music and our matchless military, be sure to mark Thursday, October 7th, 2010 on your calendar. That evening, the combined Military Veteran organizations, Patriotic groups and Service organizations here in Sun City Center will be presenting a musical extravaganza and variety show to benefit the Wounded Warrior Project. The show, which will begin promptly at 7:00 p.m. in the Sun City Center Community Hall, will feature Lily Marlane, famous for her signature show “Broadway to the Met.” Lily will showcase her magnificent voice and tremendous range with selections from ballads, musicals and opera. Joining Ms. Marlane will be versatile entertainer, Lotarr Bergeest, winner of the Metropolitan Opera Auditions and veteran Carnegie Hall performer. Mr. Bergeest is known far and wide for his “Broadway’s Best Show.” Not only will he and Lily perform separately, they will join each other for some truly incredible duets. Robert “Bob” Boyd and the 42nd Street
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Orchestra will accompany the singers. Bob has performed as a pianist and conductor with renowned stars such as Dianne Carroll, Robert Goulet, Shirley Jones, Connie Haines, and Jane Russell. State Senator Ronda Storms will serve as Master of Ceremonies for the main program. The event will begin with a military tribute by various sponsoring organizations followed by introductions of VIPs in attendance. It is also expected that some “Wounded Warriors” from James A. Haley Veterans Hospital will attend as special guests. Proceeds from this fabulous show will be equally divided between the Wounded Warrior Project and the James A. Haley Veterans Hospital Adaptive Sports & Fitness Program. Both of these wonderful programs depend entirely on public donations. The tremendous Musical Variety SSC Concert Continued on Page 9
Ismael Lebron and the faculty of Ruskin Elementary welcomed nearly 1,000 kids. Most of these kids came with backpacks full of supplies in hand. Some did not. Either way, the supply closets that are chock full in September are all-too-often bare by the time the first quarter ends. Some may ask: “how does this happen.” Well, at one point or another, most of us have been
on one end or the other of that equation. We all remember what it was like lugging home that backpack with the broken strap, knowing mom was going to “kill us.” We were certain that thermos would fit inside that lunchbox – and now the box just won’t close at all! We had our pencil until math class when that kid borrowed it and forgot to give it back. Our spare #2 was sharpened all the way down, and we chewed the eraser off another. That box of tissues lasted until the change of seasons brought allergies on the wind. Then there was that pen that bled ink all over our nice white shirt. What’s a kid to do! Well, either mom or dad had the cash to replace the item or we went back the next day “without.” Who buys supplies for the kids who would otherwise go without? Teachers, of course. With October just around the corner and twenty-seven more weeks of school after that, who else will supply those supplies?” Come Together Continued on Page 2
Paratrooper’s Mom “Fights” for Life Riverview
Submitted by Lorraine Pinette Cindy-Lou Wood, 41-year-old resident of South County, was attacked May 7th while visiting her daughter and first grandchild in Tennessee. She has since had four hospitalizations, including two brain surgeries; the long-term results of which cannot be estimated for months, perhaps even years. Ms. Wood was an accountant in South County and in Tennessee, known by many through her work with H&R Block and private clients from Brandon to the Manatee County line. She is the daughter of Penny Fletcher, South County news reporter and columnist in the area for more than 35 years, who is currently taking care of her at her home and trying to pay the bills for both families. Ms. Wood was struck in the back of the head with a crowbar by an alleged methamphetamine user, a violent and senseless crime of opportunity for money. This comes at a time directly following the injury of Ms. Wood’s son, Sgt. Michael James Tardie, a paratrooper in Special Forces, COP Blackhawk in Afghanistan. Events are being planned as part of an effort to assist, including a dinner, auction, entertainment and raffles being planned by a small group of Summerfield and Sun City residents. The main event will be Saturday, Sept. 11, at 6 PM at the Elks Club, Ruskin, FL. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Donations of items for auction and event sponsors and ticket-sellers are also needed. For information, contact Jeanie Irwin 813.927.2677 or jkirwin@hotmail.com or Pat Smit 813.677.8352.
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