VOL. 28, NO. 25 The Area’s Premium Community Paper 316 NW 5th St. Okeechobee, FL 34972
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COMMMUNITY NOTICES
BUSINESS SERVICES
GENERAL MERCHANDISE
REAL ESTATE
RENTALS
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DIRECTV WITH HUGHESNET — High speed internet & TV bundles. Call now for FREE installation. Florida TotalCom 888-801-8853 Se habla espanol
WORK ALL DAY — too tired to clean? Let me clean for you. Call me 401-741-0557 (Okeechobee area)
2 LAWN TRACTOR KOHLER MOTORS — 19 HP $200.00 & 23 HP $300.00. Full size headboard, $30.00. Call 863-801-6919
DING-A-LING DELI — Business for sale, only independent Boars Head deli in Okeechobee, terms available. Call 863-5852454 leave message.
RV SITE — in Blue Cypress, lot 163, shed, w/d, golf course & pool, $350.00 per month. Call 772-284-5512
FULL SIZE POOL TABLE — new cloth, sticks & balls. Call 850-598-4694
GREAT INCOME PROPERTY — Treasure Island, multi-family lot on wide canal, direct access to Lake Okeechobee. Fantastic property. 3 homes/1-3/3, 2,200 sq. ft. 2-garage w/ efficiency, 3-1/1 plus large cement dock. Owner wants offers now! Call Michele Sutton direct 954-3303976, C21A+Realty
2/2 TOWNHOUSE in King’s Bay, $750.00 per month. Pool, clubhouse & quiet location, 1st, last & security. Call Steve 561-436-1000
DONATIONS NEEDED — Tax deductible. Items needed for Okeechobee Rehab Facility’s Thrift Store. We can pick-up if needed. Please help our disabled adults in our community. Call Sid Estrada 863-610-0515 or Bryant Culpepper 863801-4097. Your support is greatly appreciated. FOSTER GRANDPARENTS — if you would like information about becoming a Foster Grandparent to mentor young children in school, please call Sonia 772-828-1064 OKEECHOBEE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH — Discovery Youth Program, 7pm-8pm, on Wednesday’s. For more information call 863-763-3681
WANTED TO B U Y CASH FOR CARS — any condition, no title needed. Call 863-268JUNK or 863-268-5865 WANTED: — We buy estates, tools, house items, and furniture 863-6978906 or 863-634-7311
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MONKEY MAN TREE SERVICE — trimming, removing. Tall trees, big jobs, small jobs. Will do it all. Available 7 days a week. Licensed & insured. Commercial or residential. Call 863-484-2054 RICK’S DO ALL SERVICES — screen enclosure repair & screen replacement. Senior citizen discount. No job too small, I do it all. Call 863261-3645 LIC. #1500 RICK’S DO ALL SERVICES — pressure washing, tree trimming, canal & bank clearing. Call 863261-3645. LIC. # 1500 RICK’S DO ALL SERVICES — pump repair & water treatments, $50.00 service call, 24 hour service. Call 863261-3645. LIC #1500 NEED HIGH SPEED INTERNET? — get HughesNet Internet and Unlimited Phone Bundles starting at $69.99, call today! Free installation. Florida TotalCom 888-8018853 Se habla espanol GOLF CART BATTERIES — repairs, parts, service, and charger repairs. Will buy unwanted carts & chargers. Call Dan’s Golf Cart Repairs: 863-6100479 or 863-763-8318 TO ADVERTISE IN THE PENNYSAVER CALL 863-763-7283
P RO S H O P
TRAILER — for hauling up to 16 ft. material, 4 ft. 10 in. wide, 2 spare tires, $375.00 obo. Call 863-467-2589 USED TIRES — Action Auto Salvage, 2266 NW 42nd Ave., 863-7632141. Mon.-Fri. 8am5pm. Sat. 9am-4pm CASH FOR CARS — any condition. No title needed. (863)268JUNK or (863)268-5865 C O N C A N N O N FLOORING — carpet, sheet vinyl & planks, laminate flooring, restretches, repairs & installation service. 126 SE Park St. 863-8240884 or 863-801-3767
AUTOMOBILES 1996 JEEP CHEROKEE — 4-door, 4 cyl., new tires, runs good, $2500.00 OBO. Call 850-598-4694
BOATS 16FT. BASS TRACKER — boat & trailer, 35 HP Mercury, $2300.00. Call 863-467-4230
MOTORCYCLES 2005 HD ROADKING — 35,000 miles, $9,500.00. 2006 HD Heritage Soft Tail 22,000 miles, $9500.00. Call 863-467-8292 1987 HD ELECTROGLIDE — all stock, crash bars, lots of chrome, new SS, rebuilt engine, $4,800.00/offer. Call 863-467-6472
3/2 POOL HOME ON 5 ACRES 1800 square ft. dwmh, two car detached carport, 5 beautiful landscape fenced acres. Over 100 Oak trees, in-ground swimming pool, work sheds & pond southeast side of Okeechobee great for commuters. Mint condition. Large open kitchen w/newer GE profile appliances, stables & tack. Owner motivated, must-see. Make offer. Open house on Sat. 11am-4pm. Call Brian direct for best value Remax properties, 561-702-8885
GARAGE SALES HOSPICE YARD SALE — Wed. & Thurs. Aug. 6th & 7th, 8am-12pm, new & used items, clothing, furniture & collectables. 411 SE 4th St. 863-467-2321. Donations accepted daily WANTED: We buy estates, tool, house items, and furniture 863-6978906 or 863-634-7311 TO ADVERTISE IN THE PENNYSAVER CALL 863-763-7283
3/2 LAKE ACCESS — CBS home, newly remodeled, $960.00 per month includes lawn maintenance. Call 863610-1276 LOOKING TO RENT — 2/1 CBS home, must have vehicle coverage. Call 863-228-7263
3/2 VERY NICE HOME on ¼ acre, private location, no pets, 311 SE 8th Dr. $900.00 per month Call 786-253-5072 2/2 TAYLOR CREEK — huge Florida room, shed & dock, $700.00 per month Call 850-598-4694 1/1 RV — in waterfront park, $450.00 per month, includes electric & water. Call 863-467-1530 569 NE 31st TERR. — 2/2 MH, across from Bill’s Mini Mart, C/A/H, $650.00 per month, $600.00 security. Call 863-801-6161 2/2 HOME — in King’s Bay, $725.00 per month. Call 863-467-0234 TIRED OF STAYING IN THE MOTEL 1 & 2 bedroom rentals available. Tastefully furnished, includes all utilities, electric, water, satellite, lawn care & pest control. All you need are your personal items & your fishing poles. Weekly or monthly, long or short term. Starting at $200.00 per week. Call 863-467-4371
PARK MODEL AVAILABLE — in Ancient Oaks. Cute & cozy, Florida room & extra living room. Call 863-763-2889 UNFURNISHED LARGE 3/2canal front, CBS , covered boat house, fenced yard, carport, large den, nicely equipped kitchen, eat at bar, dining room, walk-in closet, garden tub & more, 1st & security. Call 863-467-4371
2/1 MH — on 2 acres, fenced, $450.00 per month, 1st & last. Call 954-554-2255. 1124 NW 102nd St. HUGHESNET GEN4 — is available in your area! Call now to find out about internet, phone & TV bundles!! Florida TotalCom 888-8018853 Se habla espanol LOOKING FOR HIGH SPEED INTERNET? — Get HughesNet Gen4 TODAY! Starting at $49.99. Free installation!! Call Now!! Florida TotalCom 888-8018853 Se habla espanol 2/1 MH IN TOWN — 1st, last, security, $450.00 per month, no pets. Call 863-763-6232 1 & 3 BEDROOM — CBS homes for rent, no smokers & no pets. Call 863-697-6547 1,300 SQ. FT. OF COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE — $1100.00 per month, water included, triple net 1 year lease. Call 863-610-0618 2008 14X40 PARK MODEL — large covered dock on the water, 1/1 $725.00 per month, includes utilities. 2 BEDROOM COTTAGE— $650.00 per month, utilities included, semi-commercial. Call 863-4674576 or 772-349-8049 2/2 CBS — 5 acres, secluded, Ft. Drum, fenced, horse ready, 1st, last & security. Job & personal references required. Call 772-216-1669 4/2 HOUSE — for rent in quiet neighborhood, carport, references required, $1000.00 per month + 1st, last & security. Call 863-532-8524
CBS 2/1 — C/A/H, garage, large yard, close to schools & hospital, $800.00 per month + security. Call 863-634-4548 BEAUTIFUL SAMANTHA’S GARDEN APARTMENT — 2/2, w/d, $800.00 per month + $500.00 security, 1 year lease. Call 863-467-9250 or 863-634-5780 NICELY FURNISHED 2/1 DUPLEX
w/d, huge living room, nice sized bedrooms & closets, screen room, large yard, waterfront. Long or short term, with or without utilities. Call 863-467-4371
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Our objective is to minister together by providing fresh produce to families at a fair reasonable price as we continue to teach and support the men in this ministry to give back to our community. By joining the co-op you are helping to support our ministry.
Golgotha Ministries, Inc. Produce Co-Op A Co-Op and Produce Store! Amish Made Jellies, Pickles, Spices
Morgan Lumpkin 863-634-7051 Cindy Enfinger 863-634-7624
and Rubs available. Store Hours Tuesday 10:00 - 5:00 Wednesday 10:00 - 5:00 Thursday 9:00 - 6:00 Friday 9:00 - 5:30 Saturday 9:00 - 1:00
Membership is not required but ask about becoming a member to take advantage of our weekly bag specials
128 S.E. Park Street • Okeechobee, FL 34974
Upcoming Blood Drives Fri., June 20 – Walgreens, 2 – 7
The blood mobile will be in Okeechobee this month.
Sun., June 22 – More 2 Life Ministries, 9:30 – 1:30 Mon., June 23 – Walgreens, 1 – 6
Tues., June 24 – Raulerson Hospital Parking Lot, 1 – 6 Fri., June 27 – Harbor Community Bank, 12 – 5
A half hour of your time can save 3 lives; make June your month to give blood.
Fri., June 27 – Publix, 1 – 6 Sat., June 28 – Wal Mart, 11 – 4 Sun., June 29 – Wal Mart, 11 - 4
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Okeechobee Main Street Clip Board
Chamber of Commerce Calendar of Events
By Sharie Turgeon, Executive Director
Okeechobee Main Street, Inc.
Mark the following date in your calendar.
55 S. Parrott Ave 34972 Phone: 863-357-MAIN • www.okeechobeemainstreet.org •
On June 19, 2014 the Chamber of Commerce of Okeechobee County will hold its Quarterly Business Exchange Luncheon from 11:45 AM- 1:00 PM at Indian River State College. Our Speaker Rosie Taylor is an online marketing nerd and founder of Rosiemedia, a firm that helps organizations create a well-rounded online presence for steady growth. Rosie’s uses expressive ideas backed by technical know-how to create WordPress websites and inbound marketing strategies for organizations ready to expand. Previously she worked at the City of Aventura as a Communications Specialist and helped them become one of the first cities to use social media in Miami Dade County, Florida. Rosie holds a bachelor’s degree in Business & Information Systems and CIW Certification as a Webmaster. She presents live workshops all over South Florida and is an active SCORE volunteer. In her spare time, she breaks violin strings while learning how to play it.
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You’re invited to the 5th Annual State of the Region on June 20, 2014. Held at the Indian River State College S.T.E.M Building “S” Auditorium (500 NW California Blvd. Port St. Lucie, FL 34986).This informative morning will provide you with: An overview of targeted industry, update you on the state of Florida, Provide a successful expansion story, and finish up with some closing remarks. Check-in starts at 8:30 AM and you must pre-register and the cost is $10.00.
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Inaugural Business of the Year Award, The Chamber of Commerce of Okeechobee would like to announce the “Inaugural Business of the Year Award! “Make sure to check your email and mail, we will be sending out NOMINATION forms for the awards. SELF NOMINATION IS ENCOURAGED!!
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Chamber Ambassador Program, The Ambassador Program consists of enthusiastic volunteers from the Chamber membership who donate their time to help build member commitment and raise community awareness of Chamber activities and benefits. In doing so, the Ambassadors grow professionally and personally by building business relationships within the community. The program is ideal if you have a desire to:
New Main Street Business Members: K9 Resque Inc, Applebees and Okeechobee Moneysaver Opening Reception for the Highwaymen Exhibit, a tribute to Robert Butler June 19 5-7 PM Thank you to KOA, Geechee Mon's, Nutmeg's and Jersey Mike's for a very successful mixer Thursday June 12. Great food and company!4 K9 Resque presents Okeechobee's very own Pet food pantry, it is called Kibbles Kitchen, our motto: Where no animals go hungry" We help those who qualify as low income, senior citizens or disabled Vets and homeless owners with animals. We also help in times of disasters, with pet survival kits. All those looking for more info can call us at863-824-5373 or email kibbleskitchen@gmail.com for more information. Keeping pets at home is our goal! Join us at the Brahma Bull Restaurant on Sunday, Feb. 15 for Father's Day Dinner. We have our full menu available along with the following specials: 11 oz. Prime rib with Baked potato & salad for $16.99, Black & Blue Pasta with salad for $12.99 and Either fish or chicken Florentine with salad for $12.99 Dad's receive their choice of an appetizer (Spinach Dip, Seafood Stuffed Mushrooms or any of our regular menu appetizers) for a dessert (Strawberry Shortcake or Candy Bar Pie). We have Father's Day special drink (Bloody Mary made from scratch) for $1.50 each. Join us on Friday nights from 9:00 PM to 12:00 for our "Oldies Night". There is some great music from 20 years ago and we are sure they will bring back some memories. The Hide Out is located at 12044 East State Road 78, Lake Port, inside North Lake Estates. We will be celebrating dad's this father day with honoring dad with a twenty percent discount off any entree June 14th and also any entree for dad on the 15th, excluding buffet. You'll have a chance to win a BBQ basket & Gift Certificates! We will have extend hours 11 to 5 P.M. Buffet including dessert and drink for $12. and after 2 we will have open menu! Fathers Day June 15, 2014 at the Hide Out! Located 12044 East State Road 78, Lake Port, FL 33471, Phone 863-946-0050. Entegra Roof Tile - Now Hiring Production Line Specialist and Industrial Machine Operator - Several roles available with different levels of complexity and pay. Apply at Entegra Roof Tile 1289 NE 9th Ave. or call 863-467-0042 ext 1267. Medical Reserve Corps - Free Brace for the Storm workshop. June 16th 7-9 PM via the internet. You may register online at http://www.bereadyflorida.org/index.php?option=com_civicrm&task=civicrm/event/ info&reset=1&id=130. For more information contact Brian Sell at the Health Department 863-462-5865. Applebee's flapjack fundraiser - support for the OHS Band. Tickets are $10 - the "enjoy a short stack for a tall cause" event is June 21st from 8-10 AM. Looking forward to seeing you there. Children's Home Society is having an Adoption Orientation. The session will be at the Early Learning Coalition of St Lucie County 804 S. 6th St. Ft Pierce on Thursday June 26 beginning at 5:15 PM. To RSVP or for more information contact our CHS Adoption Information Line at 772-429-2001.
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Become more active in the local business environment Raise awareness of your business or organization Give back to your community
Each year, the program accepts up to 10 individuals to serve as Ambassadors for the following calendar year. If you are accepted into the program, you will receive training on the skills and responsibilities necessary to succeed in the program. Getting involved with the Ambassador Program is one of the first steps you can take to become more involved with the Chamber. Leadership Okeechobee Class of 2015 is now taking applications. The purpose of the Leadership Okeechobee Program is to cultivate leadership through education, exposure to the community, and interaction between class members. Our ultimate goal is to prepare students for a personal journey along the wonderful and rewarding path to community service. The following are our program objectives: To prepare future/potential leaders to meet the challenges ahead for Okeechobee; You will explore critical issues via a series of seminars and related activities; You will interact with key decision-makers, local leaders and representatives of local government to gain a better understanding of the forces which impact your community as a whole. The key to preserving and enhancing the quality of life is a well-informed citizen. If you are interested in being considered for the class, you may pick an application from the Chamber of Commerce or you may go to the Chamber’s website (www.okeechobeebusiness.com) and select Leadership Okeechobee under Chamber Programs on the home page to download the application. Contact: Mariah Parriott, Administration (863)467-6246; info@okeechobeebusiness.com
We encourage you to check out our community calendar at www.okeechobeebusiness.com for more events as they come available in the community and in the Chamber. Please remember to RSVP for each of the above events to reserve your spot. If you are interested in SPONSORING any of the Chamber events please contact Mariah @ 467-6246, Antoinette @ 561-718-0536 Or antoinette@okeechobeebusiness.com
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