09.05.13 Plant City Times & Observer

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+ Plant City wins awards

Plant City brought home plenty of hardware Aug. 13, from the 2013 Florida Rural Water Association’s Annual Conference.

Isaac Bostic, of the Utilities Operations Division, won the FRWA’s award for 2013 Wastewater Plant Operator of the Year.

Paul Cockrell, of the Utilities Maintenance Division, was named the FRWA 2013 Distribution Operator of the Year.

Plant City’s drinking water system was named the organization’s 2013 Medium Public Water System of the Year.

FREE • THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2013

Three Plant City families unite for cancer fight.

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Dolphins family unites for longtime president

For the past 19 years, Buddy Bennett has given to his Plant City Dolphins family. This weekend, following his cancer diagnosis, Bennett’s family will give back to him on Buddy Bennett Appreciation Day. It was one of the scariest days of his life.

“I just went in for a normal colonoscopy and found out I had colon cancer,” says Buddy Bennett, 55, of that day last February.

Almost immediately, Bennett started biweekly chemotherapy treatments. He requested doctors schedule

the treatments early in the week. That way, he could be with his Plant City Dolphins family on Saturdays.

Bennett has served on the Dolphins board for 19 years — 18 as president of the youth football and cheerleading organization. His involvement dates back to 1984, when his oldest daughter, Ericka, started cheering. His other

daughter, Kimberly, stopped cheering for the Dolphins in 1997, two years after Bennett took over as president.

And although he had no family ties to the organization for many years, Bennett remained involved. The Dolphins are his family.

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Matt Mauney

Buddy Bennett first became involved with the Plant City Dolphins in 1984. He hasn’t stopped since.

SCHOOL SPIRIT

by Matt Mauney | Associate Editor

PCHS to host tailgate parties

+ Lions Club tees off 2013 tourney

The Plant City Lions Club currently is seeking sponsors for its 2013 Lions Club Golf Tournament.

The tournament will begin with registration at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 11, at Walden Lake Golf & Country Club, 2001 Clubhouse Drive, Plant City. Shotgun start will be at 1 p.m.

Sponsorships are available in a wide range of price points.

For more information, contact Dave Davenport, tournament chair, at kinematic11@yahoo.com.

+ Garden Club kicks off season

The Plant City Garden Club will kick off its fall season with its first meeting at 9:45 a.m.

Monday, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 402 W. English St. Committee chairmen will be sharing their projects and activities for the year. The public is welcome.

For more information, call (813) 661-3963.

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This week’s winner is

Jessica Legg

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Families and Raider fans can enjoy bounce houses, face painting, games and more before each home game this season.

STAR TREATMENT by Michael Eng | Managing Editor Photos by Michael Eng

Rising country music star Easton Corbin is a former FFA student.

THAT’S GONNA LEAVE A MEMORY FFA students from throughout Plant City joined others from throughout the state Aug. 30, for a special concert by rising country music star Easton Corbin Aug. 30, at the Florida State Fairgrounds.

Students from Durant, Plant City and Strawberry Crest high schools, Simmons Career Centerr, and Marshall, Tomlin and

Turkey Creek middle schools were among the 800 students in the audience. Corbin, a former FFA student himself, performed as part of the “Year of the Farmer” initiative, which has contributed $1 million to the FFA. Corbin is a native of Gilchrist County.

For more photos, visit Plant CityObserver.com.

SEE TAILGATE / PAGE 4 Tomlin FFA students Sabrina Stanford, Zoe Festa and Mackenzie Steele enjoyed the show.

debunked by Michael Eng | Editor

Online rumors of kidnapping ring unfounded The suspicion that door-to-door salespeople in Plant City were part of a human-trafficking operation is the latest instance of rumor that has affected cities throughout the nation.

Plant City resident Allison DelValle said she felt immediately uneasy when the young Eastern European salesman showed up, unannounced, at her door last week.

DelValle lives off a private road in the rural Cork area,

where door-to-door salespeople are an anomaly.

“There’s nothing out here,” she said. “It’s peaceful out here, and we know most of our neighbors. We know immediately if a vehicle doesn’t belong.”

The salesman, whose name tag read, “Mardo Soo,” told DelValle he was from Estonia and that he was selling children’s books.

“Whatever you’re selling, I’m not buying,” DelValle told Soo. However, he was persistent,

DelValle said, and unusually interested in which of DelValle’s neighbors also had children. DelValle reiterated she wasn’t interested and told him she did not know about her

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When Ben Dawson was driving through Georgia with his family on a Friday night last fall, he had a revelation.

His son, Sawyer, a junior defensive standout for the Plant City High football team, noticed smoke filling the sky from a nearby parking lot as they traveled up Interstate 75, in south Georgia.

“I remember him saying, ‘Look at that, Dad,’” Ben Dawson said.

It wasn’t a fire but rather a tailgate for high school football at Lowndes High in Valdosta, Ga. The parking lot was packed with fans.

Smoke was billowing from

PLANT CITY VS. WHARTON TAILGATE WHEN: 5 p.m. Sept. 6 WHERE: PCHS parking lot; 1 Raider Place, Plant City INFORMATION: Fans are encouraged to bring grills and cookout before the games and bring their entire family. Activities include bounce houses, face paining and games.

SOCIAL: The Plant City High football team is on social media. Follow them on Twitter (@Raider_ Football) and like Plant City High School Raider Football on Facebook.

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Obituaries.....................9

Opinion ........................6

Sports.........................11

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COMMUNITYCALENDAR THURSDAY, SEPT. 5 Ribbon Cutting: OnPoint IT Solutions — takes place from 11 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 5, at 106 S. Evers St., Plant City. For more, visit plantcity.org.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 6 Casey Stidham — performance will be from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 6, at Keel & Curley Winery, 5210 W. Thonotosassa Road, Plant City.

(813) 752-9100.

Plant City High School Tailgate — takes place at 5 p.m. Friday Sept. 6, in the PCHS parking lot; 1 Raider Place, Plant City.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 7 Bike Fest — takes place from 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, at 102 N. Palmer St., Plant City.

For more, visit plantcity.org.

Historic Walking Tour — takes place at 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, beginning at the Train Depot. Angie Davis, (813) 210-1611.

Rafael & Company — performance will be from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, at Keel & Curley Winery, 5210 Thonotosassa Road, Plant City.

(813) 752-9100.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 8 Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University — classes begin at 1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 8, at Hope Lutheran Church, 2001 N. Park Road, Plant City. Since its inception in 1994, FPU has helped more than 1.5 million families positively change their financial future. For more information or to register, call Linda Miller, (813) 752-4622.

Evidences for Faith — This lecture series will take place Sept. 8 to 13, at Plant City Church of Christ, 315 N. Wilder Road. Speaker Ferrell Jenkins will speak on a variety of topics. Lectures will take place at

10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 8, and at 7:30 p.m. Sept.

9 through 13. For more, call (813) 752-2771.

MONDAY, SEPT. 9 Florida Speech and Hearing — Free phones will be available from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Monday, Sept. 9, at Bruton Memorial Library, 302 W. McLendon St. Jennifer Carmack, (863) 686-3189 or jcarmack@cfshc.org.

Master Gardening Program: “Winter Warriors — Cold Hardy Champions for Zone 9” — takes place from 7 to 8 p.m. Monday, Sept. 9, at Bruton Memorial Library, 302 W. McLendon St., Plant City. Gardener Nannette O’Hara will be the guest speaker. The program is sponsored by the Master Gardener Division of the Hillsborough County Extension Service. Attendees are encouraged to bring a plant for the plant exchange. (813) 757-9215.

Weight Loss Surgery Information Sessions — takes place from 5:30 to 6:30 Monday, Sept. 9 and Sept. 23, at the Ed and Myrtle Lou Swindle Medical Arts Center, 1601 W. Timberlane Drive, Plant City.

Learn more about the advantages of the adjustable gastric band and sleeve gastrectomy procedures and see if surgical weight loss is an option for you.

(813) 644-6720.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 10 GFWC Woman’s Club of Plant City — meets at 11 a.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 10, at the clubhouse, 1110 N. Wheeler St. Members should bring school supplies for a local elementary school. Upcoming events will include an ice cream social for potential new members at 2 p.m. Sept. 17.

Morning Book Discussion — takes place from 11 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Sept. 10, at Bruton Memorial Library, 302 W. McLendon St. The book will

To publicize your event in our Community Calendar, please send by mail: 110 E. Reynolds St., Suite 100-A, Plant City, FL 33563; or by email: meng@plantcityobserver.com. Photos are welcome. Deadline is noon Thursday.

Bruton Memorial Library, 302 W. McLendon St., Plant City.

Patrons may bring a saved copy of their résumé on a flash drive.

(813) 757-9215.

be “I’d Know You Anywhere”

by Laura Lippman. (813) 7579215.

Tomlin Travelers — takes place at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10, at Bruton Memorial Library, 302 W. McLendon St. (813) 7579215.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 21 Good Cookie 5K — takes place at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept.

21, at Courier Field, 703 N. Wheeler St., Plant City. To register, visit active.com/running/plant-city-fl/good-cookie5k-2013.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 11 Contact Breakfast — takes place from 7:30 to 9 a.m.

Wednesday Sept. 11, at the Florida Strawberry Festival Evelyn and Batista Madonia Sr. Agricultural Show Center, 2301 W. Oak Ave., Plant City.

The sponsor is CF Industries.

For more, visit plantcity.org.

Knit 1, Purl 2 — takes place from 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 11, at Bruton Memorial Library, 302 W. McLendon St., Plant City.

(813) 757-9215.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 12 Ladies Night Out — “Operation: Know Your Surgeon” — takes place from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 12, in the Community Conference Room at South Florida Baptist Hospital, 301 N. Alexander St., Plant City. Join a round-table, ask-asurgeon discussion on minimally invasive and robotic procedures featuring six of the hospital’s top surgeons. Specialties covered will include general surgery, breast, gynecology, spine, cardiology, radiology and orthopedics.

(813) 644-6720.

Plant City Black Heritage Board Meeting — takes place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 12, at Bruton Memorial Library, 302 W. McLendon St. Sharon Moody (813) 453-7134 or sharonmoody91@yahoo.com.

Polaris — This introductory class on the library’s catalog system takes place from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 12, at Bruton Memorial Library, 302 W. McLendon St., Plant City. (813) 757-9215.

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MONDAY, SEPT. 23

Freedomfest — This six-night event begins with a free cookout dinner at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 8, at the Florida Strawberry Festival, 2207 W. Oak Ave., Plant City. The family-friendly event continues through Sept. 13, with different events each night. For more, search Facebook for “Plant City Freedomfest.” To donate to Freedomfest, call Daniel McGehee, (251) 753-7900.

Backyard Chickens 101 — takes place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Monday, Sept. 23, at Bruton Memorial Library, 302 W. McLendon St., Plant City. Nicole Pinson, from the Hillsborough County Cooperative Extension, will answer questions about keeping chickens in your backyard, as well as talk about county and local ordinances for keeping chickens. (813) 757-9215.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 13 Elder Law Seminar — takes place from 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 13, at Bruton Memorial Library, 302 W. McLendon St., Plant City. Greg Scott, of Sean W. Scott Law Offices, will speak. (813) 7579215.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 14 Sonshine Opry Gospel Music Festival — takes place from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept.

14, at the Florida Strawberry Festival, 2508 W. Oak Ave. The stage will rock with local churches and performers kicking up southern gospel and bluegrass. Evening concert showcases the talents of Tommy Cash, singing a tribute to his brother, Johnny. Lineup also includes Dennis Lee and more. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children ages 4-14. For more, visit sonshineopry.com.

Tampa Bay Chihuahua Club — meets from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14, at Bruton Memorial Library, 302 W. McLendon St., Plant City.

Roxanne Aldridge, twooakschin@yahoo.com.

MONDAY, SEPT. 16 Cake-Decorating Demonstration — takes place from 7 to 8 p.m.

Monday, Sept. 16, at Bruton Memorial Library, 302 W. McLendon St., Plant City. (813) 757-9215.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 17 Evening Book Discussion — takes place from 7 to 8 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 17, at Bruton Memorial Library, 302 W. McLendon St., Plant City. The book will be “The Dressmaker of Khair Khana” by Gail T. Lemmon. (813) 757-9215.

Flower-Arranging Demonstration — All A Bloom Florist’s Darcy Stottlemyer will present this seminar from 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17, at Bruton Memorial Library, 302 W. McLendon St., Plant City. (813) 757-9215.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 19 Job Searching on the Internet — takes place from 3 to 3:30 p.m. Thursday Sept. 19, at

TUESDAY, SEPT. 24 Crochet Basics — takes place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24, at Bruton Memorial Library, 302 W. McLendon St., Plant City. Patrons are asked to bring a crochet hook with them.

Yarn will be provided. (813) 757-9215.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 28 Family Childbirth Center Education Programs Childbirth Class en Español — takes place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 28, in the Community Conference Room at South Florida Baptist Hospital, 301 N. Alexander St., Plant City. This class helps expectant mothers become informed, active participants in the childbirth process. Participants should plan to attend no later than early in their seventh month of pregnancy.

An “I Expect” Delivery Planning Guide is included with the class. $20; registration required. (813) 644-6720.

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Madison’s Mission helps family devastated by fire When Madison Brewer learned one of her classmates at Bailey Elementary lost his home in a fire, she had to help.

Yolanda Plaza never expected to get the phone call she received Aug. 22, while at work.

A frantic neighbor was on the line.

Yolanda’s house was on fire.

“She wanted someone to tell her it wasn’t true, that is was a joke,” interpreter Elda Romero said.

But, it wasn’t a joke. When Plaza got to her house, firefighters were battling the flames.

A friend who was staying at the house, along with Yolanda’s dog, were able to escape.

But, the house was in ruins. The living room, kitchen and one of four bedrooms all were charred completely.

Yolanda’s 5-year-old son, Jesus Jimenez, arrived home from a long day of school at Bailey Elementary, just after the fire was extinguished. When he got off the school bus, he saw the commotion of firefighters. He immediately started calling for his mother.

“He looked very confused,” Plaza said. “He was sad. He was very sad.”

Jesus asked about all their clothes and his dog.

“We’re OK,” Plaza said. “Everything else will be OK.” The house off U.S. 92 still has a hole in the roof as evidence of the blaze, which was started by a gas leak. Yolanda and her husband were renting the house. The owners told her they were going to raze it, forcing the family to search for a new home.

And, thanks to Madison Brewer, Plant City’s pint-sized fundraising princess, that task is complete. Madison, a fellow Bailey student, learned of the fire and sprang into action. Utilizing her own organization, Madison’s Mission, she raised $380 and a $50 Publix gift card in just two weeks.

Yolanda and her husband used $300 of the money to put a deposit down on a new apartment. They chose the apartment as a temporary residence, so Jesus still could attend Bailey.

“I wanted to give them money, so they could buy stuff,” Madison said.

“Every project we do, we always run it through her,” her mother, Deanna Brewer, said. “She wanted to do it.”

Madison founded Madison’s Mission about a year ago and used empty milk jugs to raise money for a variety of causes. To date, she has raised money for a Thanksgiving dinner for one family and Christmas presents for others.

For Jesus’ family, Madison took to Facebook to contact potential donors. She’s also collected clothing and blankets.

“She does it all on her own,” said Bailey ELL resource teacher Chris Silva. “She’s an amazing kid. She’s old beyond her years to want to help her friends and those in need.”

Silva isn’t without recognition, either.

“Ms. Silva, too, has been helping a lot,” said Romero, also an ELL paraprofessional teacher at Bailey. “When she heard about it she said, ‘You’re going to be my interpreter and helper.’

We went to the store and bought food and clothes.”

Although the family has a temporary apartment, Yolanda said she hopes to find a permanent home. They forever will remember their Bailey family’s support.

“It has helped me a lot,” Yolanda said. “And Jesus is very happy. He feels very loved at this school.”

Contact Amber Jurgensen at ajurgensen@ plantcityobserver.com.

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Yolanda Plaza and her son, Jesus Jimenez, right, said they feel blessed following the work of Madison Brewer and her mother, Deanna, left.

FAITH by Amber Jurgensen | Associate Editor

Freedomfest to come to Plant City Organizers still need donations from local churches and businesses.

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William Thomas first presented his idea for the Junior CSI Program to Plant City Police Chief Steve Singletary about two months ago. The program begins Sept. 26.

Police department donates $1,000 to youth CSI program The Junior CSI Program, organized by the Improvement League of Plant City, will give Plant City kids a chance to learn about forensic science.

After more than 35 years in law enforcement, William Thomas has noticed a disturbing trend. Many of his applicants can’t pass their background checks.

Thomas works as a forensic latent print examiner for the Polk County Sheriff’s Office. Recently, a young woman applied for a position in his department.

She seemed like a perfect fit — a master’s degree in forensic science, ambitious.

But, after her background check, she didn’t make the cut.

“So many people go to college with this baggage they created,” Thomas said.

“Sometimes, you’ve got to make decisions about that you’re going to do. You have to ignore peer pressure.”

Because of the trend, Thomas wanted to make a difference. Partnering with the Improvement League of Plant City, Thomas devised a Junior CSI Program that would expose youth to forensic science and keep them off the streets.

After Thomas presented the idea to the Plant City Police Department, Police Chief Steven Singletary urged the city commission to allow the department to fund the project.

On Aug. 22, Singletary presented Thomas with a $1,000 check to go toward purchasing 10 forensic kits. The kits come with a variety of equipment, including fingerprint-lifting tapes, fingerprint hinge lifters and fingerprint magnifiers.

ABOUT WILLIAM THOMAS

Like many of the youths he is about to teach, William Thomas didn’t know he was interested in forensic science at first. It was a co-worker who told Thomas about the specialty.

Thomas had nine years of law enforcement experience before he entered in 1978, the Department of Defense Forensic Latent Print Training Program.

“That’s why I want to introduce these kids to it,” Thomas said.

Thomas also holds a bachelor’s degree in criminology and a minor in psychology.

The funding comes from the Law Enforcement Trust Fund, which uses money obtained from drug seizures, felonies and other crimes. The department has to spend 15% of the total amount over $15,000 on community projects or help programs.

In the past, former police chief Bill McDaniel chose the Boys and Girls Club of America.

Singletary said he deals with candidates failing background checks often.

“I didn’t think there was any better idea than this,” Singletary said to Thomas when presenting the check. “Hope-

fully, youngsters grow up to be just like you and have a successful career.”

Thomas also was inspired by a youth football and cheer league he runs, the Plant City Eagles. Many of the children involved in the league come from struggling families.

“I wanted to get those kids involved,” Thomas said.

Thomas is so passionate about the project that he is even using some of his own money to buy reference material and other equipment. He will be teaching the class, as well.

The Improvement League is donating the use of the Bing Rooming House for the group to meet on Mondays, beginning Sept. 26. The program will run until the end of the school year.

Courses will be designed to follow training from the Forensic Latent Print Training Program of the International Association for Identification. The training will include lectures, testing and practical exercises. In addition to meetings, the group also will go on field trips to labs and police stations.

The program is offered at no cost to participants.

For this year, 10 students, from ninth through 11th grade, will be selected for the class. Thomas hopes to grow that number in the future. Singletary hopes to keep donating to the program.

Anyone interested in applying for the class can visit improvementleague. com.

Contact Amber Jurgensen at ajurgensen@plantcityobserver.com.

NEWSBRIEFS

solidation. Nierman’s first day at Winter Haven was Aug. 30.

South Florida Baptist Hospital will host a farewell reception for outgoing President Steve Nierman from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20, in the 2 North Administrative Conference Room at the hospital, 301 N.

Following the completion and opening of Mendonsa Road, Plant City soon will begin a project to add a sidewalk on the south side of the road.

The sidewalk project has a 70-day construction schedule, once work commences.

+ Hospital to host farewell reception

Alexander St., Plant City.

Nierman is leaving the Plant City hospital to serve as president for Winter Haven Hospital.

The transfer comes after Winter Haven Hospital and Tampa Bay area-based BayCare Health System completed all of the steps needed to implement a planned con-

+ Work to begin on Mendonsa sidewalk

The city funded the majority of the road reconstruction, and the Florida Department of Transportation funded the sidewalk project.

+ City officials to host workshops

The City of Plant City will host special workshops for the Midtown District and Historic District Design Standards at 4 p.m. Monday, Sept. 9, at City Hall, 302 W. Reynolds St.

A week full of family fun, food and free giveaways floats onto the Florida Strawberry Festival grounds Sept. 8 through 13.

Called Freedomfest, the event is organized by Revival Ministries International, under Dr. Rodney Howard-Browne and Crusades for Christ Tent Ministry under Joe Anderson.

“We want to be a blessing to the city, a blessing to the people,” coordinator Daniel McGehee said.

McGehee has organized various Freedomfest events throughout Florida and Alabama. The evangelist has been working with similar events for about eight years.

The goal of Freedomfest is to offer meals, free giveaways and assistance to those in need while sharing the Christian faith.

On opening night, the event will feature a free cookout for about 3,000 guests. There also will be an American-themed night to celebrate veterans and educate those on their constitutional rights. A kids’ night is scheduled for Sept.

11, during which children will be given free toys, electronics and more.

For the adults, there will be a bill-pay assistance raffle, college scholarships, grocery gift cards, food giveaways and even a car giveaway.

Most of the donations come from within the city. Freedomfest organizers contact local businesses and churches for donations. So far, only one Plant City church has pledge to help and only about four businesses.

“We need help with donations,” McGehee said. “We want people who have a heart to do something nice for their city.”

Freedomfest has been around for about two years and has visited several cities throughout the South. Steven Hulburt, a Plant City native, also helped organize the event.

“It’s been all over Florida and Georgia,” Hulburt said. “We’ve seen a huge impact on crime.

SCHEDULE

All events take place at the Florida Strawberry Festival, 2107 W. Oak Ave., Plant City.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 8

EVENT: Opening night TIME: 6 p.m.

DETAILS: Free cookout dinner

MONDAY, SEPT. 9

EVENT: American night TIME: 6:30 p.m.

DETAILS: Learn about U.S. history and honor veterans.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 10

EVENT: Free grocery giveaway TIME: 6:30 p.m.

DETAILS: Register to get free groceries and gift cards.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 11

EVENT: Kids’ night TIME: 6:30 p.m.

DETAILS: Giveaways of toys and electronics

THURSDAY, SEPT. 12

EVENT: College scholarship giveaways TIME: 6:30 p.m.

DETAILS: Register for about $100,000 in scholarships.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 13

EVENT: Car giveaway TIME: 6:30 p.m.

DETAILS: In addition to guest speaker, Daniel McGehee, there will be a car giveaway.

To donate to Freedomfest, call Daniel McGehee at (251) 753-7900.

We just want to give back.”

Contact Amber Jurgensen at ajurgensen@plantcityobserver. com.

ABOUT DANIEL MCGEHEE

Evangelist Daniel McGehee will be a guest speaker during the last night of Freedom Fest. After serving in the U.S. Air Force, McGehee went on to obtain a master’s degree in education, from the University of South Alabama. As a public school teacher, he heard the calling to become an evangelist.

In 2003, McGehee resigned from teaching and answered the call to full-time ministry. He was licensed as a Southern Baptist minister in 2004, in Mobile, Ala. He became an associate pastor at a non-denominational church in Mobile, where he also was licensed and ordained.

McGehee was introduced to the Revs. Rodney and Adonica Howard-Browne through a Chronicles of Revival broadcast aired in January 2007, on CTN. McGehee began to follow the ministry by attending meetings in Fort Walton Beach, Tampa, New Orleans and Baton Rouge.

McGehee and his wife, Shellie, moved in August 2008, in Tampa, to attend the River Bible Institute and to support the vision of Revival Ministries International. McGehee was licensed in 2009 and ordained in 2011 by the Rev. Rodney Howard-Browne and now serves as the outreach pastor for The River at Tampa Bay Church and as an instructor in the River Bible Institute.

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Shortly after the incident, Allison DelValle took to the Internet, and her search returned some frightening reports of Russian or Eastern European salespeople going door-todoor as part of a human-trafficking ring. And, as Soo and several other salespeople worked through other communities in Plant City last week, including Walden Lake, those reports ran rampant on social media, garnering dozens of posts and hundreds of comments warning friends and family members of these men and women.

But, you can’t believe everything you read on Facebook.

Soo and the other salespeople were

TAILGATE / PAGE 1 parking lot grills, and kids were running around throwing footballs. It was a scene the Dawsons usually saw on college football Saturdays.

“I thought that it must be something special going on, like a special event,” he said.

But, as the Dawson family continued their journey to property they own in the Peach State, they saw more of the same: high schools with college game day atmospheres. They saw whole towns practically shut down for business owners to go support the home team.

“We turned on the radio, and there were FM stations broadcasting high school games,” Dawson said. “All you get here is music and talk shows.”

Seeing what a Friday night under the lights could be like, Dawson started thinking of ways to bring that to Plant City.

“If they do it in Georgia, we thought, ‘Why can’t we do it in Florida or in Plant City, even?’” he said.

After meeting and planning with the PCHS Touchdown Club, Dawson decided to bring tailgating to Raider home games this fall. There will be a tailgate for every PCHS home game this season, complete with bounce houses and face painting for kids and grilling out and socializing for parents and other fans. Aside from the $5 charge for game parking, the tailgates will be free, and any-

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working for Southwestern Advantage, a Nashville-based company that sells an educational learning system. The company has been in business since 1855 and utilizes a college-student workforce in the summer to peddle its wares throughout the country.

The students are able to earn money and leadership experience through Southwestern Advantage, and about 1,000 of them come from colleges in Europe.

The misunderstanding in Plant City is nearly identical to similar instances that took place throughout the country this summer. According to Southwestern Advantage Director of Communications Trey Campbell, the vicious rumor began about eight weeks ago in Tulsa, Okla. Similar reports also were made in Missouri, South Dakota, Arizona, New Mexico and Texas.

Campbell said the rumors made it extremely difficult for the students to

one attending is encouraged to bring their families, grills and plenty of school spirit.

“Once the word starts spreading around, it will grow,” Dawson said. “I’m not sure it will ever get to the level that you see in Georgia or Texas, where some cities just have one school, but we think it can be successful.”

The tailgates also will give fans a dining option before games.

“There are only a few restaurants in town that are open after games,” Dawson said. “This way, you can get to the stadium early, get fed and then go enjoy the game.”

The test run of the tailgate in May for the annual Orange and White Game saw a good turnout, but Dawson believes the home opener against Wharton this Friday could bring a solid group of tailgaters.

Ben’s wife, Diane, also is helping out with organizing the tailgates. Their daughters, Mackenzie and Kendall — both standout softball players at PCHS who went on to successful careers at Eckerd College and Alabama, respectively — help out with social media efforts.

“We invite anyone that has time on Friday afternoon to come out early around 5 p.m. and have a good time and associate with other town people,” Ben Dawson said. “This is all about having fun and supporting our Raiders.”

Contact Matt Mauney at mmauney@plantcityobserver.com.

complete their summer work.

“We’ve never had this problem before, in 146 years,” he said. “This summer, really, was the tipping point on social media.”

Campbell said his company’s student workforce, and especially its employees from outside of the United States, complete a variety of training programs before they enter the field. International students such as Soo receive training on American culture and the American school system. Moreover, if local municipalities require it, they introduce themselves to local law enforcement and obtain a peddler’s license before hitting the streets. International students stay with host families in the area in which they work.

Every Southwestern Advantage rep is required to wear a name tag, and the company’s website includes a search function through which residents can verify a sale rep’s identity.

DOLPHINS / PAGE 1 They are a part of his life.

After news spread of his diagnosis, his Dolphins family wanted to put something together for their beloved president.

This Saturday, after the five age divisions of the Dolphins take on the Brandon Broncos, the organization will host Buddy Bennett Appreciation Day. As many as 500 people are expected to attend the free event, including past and present coaches and players.

FOCUS ON THE GOOD

Bennett has seen a large show of support from his community and his Dolphins family.

“People come up and just sit with me in the hospital,” Bennett says. “We just have a lot of support from board members, non-board members and coaches. They’ve helped me through a lot of it.”

Other than some fatigue a few days following the treatments, Bennett hasn’t suffered any of the more grueling symptoms from chemotherapy.

“I was in pretty good health leading into it, so I think that was a positive,” he says. “It will hopefully pay off in the end.”

Bennett’s brother-in-law, Buck Chapman, goes with Bennett to all of his treatment sessions.

“He gives to everybody else and is out there on that field almost every day, so I just try to be here and help him,” Chapman says.

Chapman says the idea of an

The search reveals Soo was, indeed, a sales rep for the company. According to his bio, Soo has worked for the company for four years and is a civil engineering student at the Tallinn University of Technology, in Estonia.

“In my experience, people who don’t know who (our salespeople are) are the people who didn’t give them a chance to talk,” Campbell said.

“Within two minutes, they should know exactly who they are and what they are doing.”

The DelValles’ next-door neighbor, Valedemar Muniz, said Soo drove too fast and aggressively into his driveway, when he arrived to make his sales pitch. With a 4-month-old baby in the home, Muniz and his wife already were exhausted and sleepdeprived. However, Muniz said Soo’s sales tactics made him uneasy.

“He was very persistent, and I even told him, ‘You feel like a threat to me,’” Muniz said. “After a while, I said, ‘I am

appreciation day came up several years ago.

“This isn’t about him being sick; it’s about giving back for everything he has given through the years,” Chapman says. “He’s like a brother to me, as well as my best friend, all wrapped up in one.”

Michelle Diem, vice president of the Dolphins, has served on the board with Bennett for a decade.

“He’s just a phenomenal man who has given up a lot to be out there,” she says. “I’ve worked with him for 10 years, and I still don’t know everything that he does. He’s worked with thousands of kids, and many come back from college and as adults and now have kids playing for the Dolphins.”

The Sept. 7 appreciation day will feature free family fun, including bounce houses and a dunk tank, at which players can dunk their coaches. Area businesses are donated their services, including Johnson’s Barbecue, which will be providing food for the event. A 50/50 raffle and a silent auction also will take place, with all money raised going to Bennett’s medical expenses.

“This night is to not focus on the bad, but focus on the good,” Diem says.

BEHIND SCENES

Some may think the toughest part of operating a youth football and cheer organization takes place during the season, but it’s offseason preparations that make the operation work.

“A lot of people think that

sorry, but you need to leave.’”

Campbell said following this summer’s experiences, Southwestern Advantage will reevaluate its operations.

“We’ll be looking at everything — our training, our presentation, our sales tactics,” he said. “We will be looking at this issue and seeing how it can be prevented.

“I’ve taken calls about the students, and I’ve helped calm fears,” Campbell said. “I talked to a family that told me they were taking turns sleeping so they could watch the house at night. ... There’s panic, and a lot of times, it’s in their own minds.”

The Eastern European students completed their work in the field Aug. 30, and returned to Nashville last weekend for a farewell dinner, before heading back to their native countries.

Contact Michael Eng at meng@ plantcityobserver.com.

BUDDY BENNETT APPRECIATION DAY WHEN: Sept. 7. Festivities begin after all games have been played (about 6 p.m.)

WHERE: Otis M. Andrews Sports Complex, 2602 E. Cherry St., Plant City DETAILS: An appreciation day for longtime Plant City Dolphins president Buddy Bennett, who was diagnosed with colon caner in February. It is open to past and present participants and family members of the Dolphins organization, as well as other youth football and cheer organizations in the surrounding areas. This is a free event that will feature bounce houses, food, a deejay, a silent auction and raffles.

Any money raised beyond the cost of the event will be given to Buddy and his wife, Pam, to help with medical expenses.

INFORMATION: Vice President Michelle Diem, mdiempc@gmail.com once the season is over and we have our banquet and give out the trophies, that we’ll start back up six or eight months later, but that’s not the case,” Bennett says.

As president, Bennett is involved with the day-to-day operations year-round.

“Any time you’re involved with a youth sports organization, you’re going to have parents who are not satisfied with stuff,” he says. “Sometimes, it’s a little difficult to deal with, but as leaders and board members and coaches, we resolve all those problems and get it worked out where everybody is satisfied.”

The Dolphins buy new uniforms, complete with players’ names, each season, giving the young players a keepsake of their time in the organization.

This year, the Dolphins spent about $13,000 on new cheerleading uniforms.

“If the kids look good, (then) they feel good about playing,” Bennett says. “A lot of kids that have ever played before. If you give them a good uniform to play in, they’ll feel like maybe they’re a better player than what they are.”

The Dolphins organization

launched in 1975 and regularly attracts about 250 youth football players and cheerleaders each season. The football teams have found plenty of success on the field, accomplishments Bennett attributes to great coaching.

“We have some coaches who have been with us for 12 to 15 years,” he says. “These coaches not only help these kids become better football players, (but also) they help them become leaders.”

As with most non-profits, volunteers are the keys to the Dolphins’ success. These come in the form of coaches and parents, who volunteer their time to work concession stands or run a fundraiser.

All funding the Dolphins receive either comes from registration fees, fundraising or sponsors. Although the city owns the Otis M. Andrews Complex, the Dolphins own and operate a building on the property, after moving to the complex from the Florida Strawberry Festival grounds.

FAMILY TIES

After years of not having any family involvement, two of Bennett’s four grandchildren now participate in the Dolphins program.

Bennett’s oldest grandson, Colton, 10, has been playing for five years.

His only granddaughter cheers for the Dolphins, and his two daughters help out with fundraising and take photos on game days.

Bennett says he will continue serving the organization as long as he is able.

After his diagnosis, he has lived by a quote from “Good Morning America” co-host Robin Roberts, who has had her battle with cancer well documented. When accepting the Arthur Ashe Courage Award at this year’s ESPY’s on ESPN, Roberts said, “When fear knocks, let faith answer the door.”

“I just have to have faith that the Lord and my doctors will look after me,” Bennett says.

“I’ve always heard the saying that you are never promised tomorrow. I’ve always tried to live life that way and maintain a good life.”

Contact Matt Mauney at mmauney@plantcityobserver. com.

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COPS

MANATEE

The following information was gathered from incident and arrest reports obtained from the Plant City Police Department.

AUG. 16

CASH POOR

400 block of North Alexander Street. Vehicle Burglary. The victim stated a briefcase containing $150 cash and an HP laptop were taken from his vehicle sometime during his work day. There was damage to the lock on one of the vehicle’s doors.

ASLEEP AT THE WHEEL

Intersection of North Alexander Street and West Lowry Avenue. DUI. The suspect was arrested for driving under the influence, after he was found asleep behind the wheel of his vehicle, which was stopped in the middle of the roadway.

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CORNER AUG. 20

HOT MERCHANDISE

2200 block of North Park Road. Theft.

An unknown black male stole a display containing 50 cigarette lighters from the store. The clerk was able to get the tag number from the suspect’s vehicle. An officer responded to the address where the vehicle was registered and made contact with the suspect. The display containing the lighters was in plain sight on the floorboard between the suspect’s feet. The suspect was also in possession of 3.6 grams of marijuana. He was arrested and transported to Orient Road Jail.

SOUND FAMILIAR?

Intersection of James L. Redman Parkway and West Alexander Street. DUI. The suspect was arrested for driving under the influence after he was found asleep behind the wheel while stopped at the red light.

BRICK BASHED

200 block of East Baker Street. Attempted Business Burglary. An officer responded to the business, in reference to an alarm. Upon arrival, the officer discovered a garage door on the south side of the business had been rammed. A glass door on the west side also was broken, and there was a large brick lying on the showroom floor. A business representative responded, but nothing was discovered as missing.

AUG. 17

YEP, YET ANOTHER ONE

2710 block of Turkey Creek Road. DUI. An officer made contact with the driver of a black Ford truck, after seeing the truck on the side of the road occupied and running. The driver was lying on the steering wheel. Barton appeared to be intoxicated and was administered field sobriety exercises, which she was unable to perform.

AUG. 18

DRUNK AND DRAMATIC

300 block of Alexander Street. Disorderly Intoxication. The suspect was very intoxicated and was disturbing the people awaiting medical treatment in the waiting room. All efforts to locate a family member to care were exhausted. She was arrested.

BAD DATE

600 block of Coronet Street. Armed Carjacking.

An officer responded in reference to a gunshot heard in the area. Additional information was received that a male was knocking on the door of a home on the 600 block of Coronet Street. The officer arrived on scene and made contact with the victim of a carjacking. The victim had been talking to a black female on Facebook. He picked the female up, and they went out. He said when he arrived back at the home to drop her off, he was approached by two males, who had their faces covered. The males produced an unknown gun and removed him from the car. One male got into the driver’s seat, and the other told the victim to walk toward Alabama Street. The victim said he walked toward Alabama Street and then pushed the male and ran. The victim said he heard a shot as he was running. The victim said the male who was walking with him jumped into the car, and both males sped off eastbound on Alabama Street. The vehicle taken was a white 2000 Toyota Celica. There is a Haitian flag hanging from the rearview mirror and a “Full Sail University” parking permit.

AUG. 19

THAT SHOULDN’T BE HARD TO SPOT

2100 block of North Park Road. Stolen Vehicle. Unknown suspect(s) stole a gray 2006 halfton GMC extended cab truck with “Mark Cook Builders” printed in orange and blue lettering on the sides. The keys were left in the truck.

GONE STEALIN’

2600 block of James L. Redman Parkway. Retail Theft. The suspect concealed a fishing reel worth $41.96 on his person and exited the store.

WHAT A GUY

Intersection of South Collins and West Ball streets. Driving While License Suspended or Re-

voked. An officer conducted a traffic stop on a 2004 Pontiac for a window-tint violation. The driver had 14 suspensions on his FL driver’s license, as well as had four Polk County warrants for unpaid child support.

AUG. 20

NICOTINE FIENDS

2700 block of Paul Buchman Highway. Business Burglary. Officers responded to an alarm call and discovered the burglary. Two unidentified suspects entered the store by breaking the Plexiglas on the front door and stole 15 cartons of cigarettes and $50 in coins. The suspects fled in a newer model small car, possibly a Toyota Corolla.

SENSELESS ACT

600 block of South Collins Street. Business Burglary/Arson. An unknown suspect(s) removed the metal bars from a window of the storage building. Once inside, the suspect(s) set a fire inside the building. The victim responded and estimated the damage to be between $50,000 to $100,000.

MISSING JEWELS

900 block of Pinedale Drive. Residential Burglary. The victim reported that someone stole 16 pieces of assorted jewelry from the home. The jewelry is valued at $10,000. The jewelry was last seen on Aug. 1. There were no signs of forced entry to the residence.

AUG. 21

TIME AND MONEY

4110 block of Barret Avenue. Residential Burglary. Between the hours of 0800 and 1200, unknown suspect(s) broke his back sliding glass door to gain access to the home. The suspect(s) stole men’s watches and coins, totaling about $550.

I’LL TAKE THIS ONE

2200 block of West Reynolds Street. Stolen Vehicle. The suspect failed to return a gray 2006 Dodge Charger to the car dealer. The suspect was told he could not test drive the car, because he only had an ID card and not a valid driver’s license. However, he took the car, anyway.

OVERNIGHT HEIST

4000 block of Airport Road. Grand Theft. Unknown suspect(s) stole four galvanized pipes, valued at $750, and one Honda generator, valued at $1,750, from the business.

NO WAY TO TREAT A LADY

10 block of South Gordon Street. Domestic Battery. The victim stated her husband punched her in the head during an argument. The husband was not located for arrest, because of a delay in the report. A criminal report affidavit was completed for domestic battery.

TRUE COLORS

2000 block of Palmetto Avenue. Domestic Battery. The victim stated her husband hit her and pinned her down on the bed during an argument. A roommate who witnessed the incident attempted to intervene. The suspect produced a knife and threatened to stab him. The suspect also threatened his wife during the investigation and tried to forbid her from writing a statement for police.

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Newspaper Mercer: Redevelopment will save welcomes Walden Lake’s golf course amenity fitness columnist

Editor’s note: Personal trainer Jessica Tucker is the Plant City Times & Observer’s newest contributing columnist. Each month, she will share tips on healthy eating, exercise and more.

Wow, you’re good at this stuff. you should do it for a living!

Those words, spoken to me nearly four years ago, changed my life and set me on an unexpected career path that has led to the establishment of my personal training business in Plant City.

A little about me: I have been an athlete since I was a child. Some of my fondest childhood memories include playing baseball with the kids on the street, climbing trees and playing pickup basketball games with the neighbors. In juJESSICA nior high, I was the only girl TUCKER in the local YMCA basketball league for two consecutive seasons. I spent much of my free time skating and biking. Then, in college, I discovered a love for weightlifting.

The first eight years of my professional career were spent as a radio deejay, and I loved it. I’m a performer at heart and have never been shy.

Then, four years ago, changes in the economy and the radio industry found me unable to support myself in my chosen field. I began working nights at a hospital, trying to decide what to do next. That’s when an old friend confided in me that, his weight had reached a shocking high when he stepped on the scale that morning. He remembered I was a “health nut,” so he asked me if I could give him advice on how to drop some weight.

I gave him some suggestions and pointers. After a few weeks, he began to lose a few pounds and felt healthier than he had in a long time. It was then that he said the fateful words I mentioned.

I already had a passion for health and fitness and had worked with trainers before, but I had never considered becoming one. I began researching personal training certifications and schools and chose to attend the National Personal Training Institute.

There, my passion for fitness really began to blossom. It was a grueling course, and I studied everything from anatomy and physiology to kinesiology and nutrition. I obtained countless hours of hands-on personal-training experience, with many types of people. In the end, I graduated at the top of my class, with job offers from several different gyms throughout Tampa Bay. Instead, I chose to work at a facility in Orlando.

During my tenure there, I spent many more hours studying nutrition and working with clients of all ages and fitness levels, several of whom became wonderful friends.

I came to realize that being a good personal trainer required more than simply developing exercise programs and monitoring the progress of my clients. It required investing in their lives. As a personal trainer, I become their coach, their cheerleader and their confidant. If someone needs a drill sergeant to keep them motivated, I become that, as well.

My parents live in Plant City, so recently I decided to move closer to them and build my business in this smaller, more familyoriented community. I founded Tampa Total Health and Fitness shortly after graduating from NPTI but decided it was time for me to reach out and begin helping the people around me who desire to make their personal health and fitness goals a priority.

I love sharing my passion for health, nutrition and exercise with others. Each month, in the Plant City Times & Observer, I look forward to sharing information on a myriad of related topics. In the meantime, if you have any issues you would like me to address or have an interest in beginning or continuing your journey to fitness, feel free to contact me.

I look forward to talking to you next month!

Jessica Tucker is a strength and conditioning coach, personal trainer, nutrition adviser and founder of Tampa Total Health and Fitness. For more information, email her at tampatotalhealthandfitness@gmail. com.

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Seven years ago, a group of local investors put in most of their life savings, mortgaged their houses, borrowed millions and put in years of unpaid work to buy and operate Walden Lake Golf & Country Club, which had been for sale for more than three years, with no one else interested in owning it.

But, these investors believed the community — both in and out of Walden Lake — would support the club. In the beginning, they did, but then the recession hit, and participation began to drop. These six families of investors continued to believe in the business through the worst economic times in this country’s recent history. They continued to put money and time into it, in the hopes of one day the economy would turn around, and the business would become profitable.

They endured a business Chapter 11 bankruptcy but could not escape the damage to their personal credit and the ability to buy a house or anything else.

They repeatedly asked for the community for help but received the answer that we cannot help, because our bylaws restrict us, similar bylaws that other communities around the country had amended to help save the golf courses that bordered their homes.

We understand that not all homeowners who buy houses adjoining a golf course play golf or even want to socialize at the golf club. We know this, because less than 10% of the houses bordering the 36 holes of Walden Lake Golf and Country Club currently are or have ever been members of the club. This is common in a lot of golf courses, and it is why hundreds of golf courses are failing every year.

But, we have sustained and now are fortunate enough to have made it to a time that a part of the economy — the housing market — is coming back. We also are fortunate enough that we have enough property to sell some of it to save the rest, to give rebirth to a part of the golf property that can prosper with the renovations planned and the revenue the new members from the new residents will provide. It will give the community a place they can be proud of — a place

to visit and meet friends in beautiful surroundings, a golf course to which golfers will be proud to bring their friends, families and associates to play a round. We see whole families in the community enjoying the enhanced amenities that come with this project. We see the possibility to turn this around and make our partners’ families whole again — to recover from a place from which no one thought was possible.

Now, as we try to make this happen, we get bombarded with demands and threats from people who, for the past five years, did not care enough to even patronage the club for any reason. You hear, “I would have been a member, or I was thinking of being a member ...”

But now, when their neighboring course is shut down, because of a lack of play, and when a revenue-producing plan is being formulated, they are up in arms.

“How dare you plan on using your property the best way you see fit. We bought our property because of the golf course.” They also say in their actions: “But don’t expect us to support the golf course. Just expect us to complain when it is not up to our standards, or, in this case, when you want to sell it for development.”

We understand their expectations were that when they bought

the house on the golf course, it would always be there. But, we also had expectations that when we bought the golf course, the residents on the golf courses would be members. Unfortunately, in the end, we were both disappointed. Their solution is for us to let someone else give it a try, take millions in losses, ruin our families’ finances, whatever it takes. “Just don’t change our view out of our back yard.” It may not be their exact words, but that is how we interpret it.

In closing, I would like to say our group of partners is diversified — a married couple who own their own business, single parents, grandparents, lots of business experiences in and out of golf and even some with military service in their past. We are all proud Americans, who believe in our rights of life, liberty, the pursuit of happiness and the rights to own property. We appreciate the men and women who serve this country and protect those rights that give us the ability to pursue what we see as the best use of our property.

We don’t ask for or expect any special treatment. All we ask for is our rights afforded to us by this great country in which we are proud to live.

Steve Mercer managing partner Visions Golf LLC Walden Lake Golf & Country Club

RUMOR VERSUS FACT 1. We are closing all 36 holes of golf and, therefore, are taking away from Walden Lake the “golf course community” tag.

FALSE. We have never considered closing all 36 holes, and our plans have always been to enhance the golf that remains to a point that Walden Lake will have a premium golf experience and the community distinction of the same.

2. We are putting retail or commercial parcels on the property.

FALSE. Our plans only consist of single-family and multi-family communities, the majority of which is single family.

3. We have applied and received zoning from Hillsborough County.

FALSE. First, we never dealt with the county on this project.

Second, the county has no jurisdiction in this matter. It is a process with the City of Plant City only, and we have not filed with the city or any other government agency in relation to this project as of today.

4. There is a restriction on the property concerning zoning and level of care of the property.

FALSE. That restriction has been released by a federal trustee and no longer affects the property.

PERMACULTURE LIVING

Community garden kicks off fall season TOUR THE GARDEN

The Plant City Commons Community Garden will host a guided tour this weekend.

WHEN: 9:30 a.m.

Saturday, Sept. 7 WHERE: 309 N. Carey St.

MISSION STATEMENT The Plant City Commons Community Garden is formed for neighbors to help neighbors. We are committed to developing programs of education and practical application of permaculture ethics: • Care for the earth • Care for the people • Share the surplus All neighbors of like spirit are welcome.

Well it’s that time of year again. It’s Our own Plant City Commons still steaming outside, and the more Community Garden is just about exotic summer edibles are mature as ready to kick off its second full year the calendar informs us gardeners of involvement in the Plant City to start preparing for the fall growing community. season. Extract the seed packets that The first year saw volunteers have been hibernating in the fridge totally transform the front and side and sort through the varietlawns, at 309 N. Carey St., ies of squash, beans, lettuce, into a substantial demontomatoes, spinach, kale and stration garden. Permawhatever other favorites have culture principles were been saved for this much anemployed to create more ticipated re-bonding with our than 30 garden beds, which garden beds. There is still time are providing fresh produce to order new varieties of herifor both private individutage or heirloom seeds to add als and local organizations to our existing stock (or visit who serve the neighborBOB herbalist Willow LaMonte, in hood. Educational movies were presented, and a book ABBENZELLER Valrico, or Scotty’s Produce at the Lakeland farmers market). study of “Gaia’s Garden” September is a wonderful month began (and continues the third Wednesday of each month at Bruton to both direct seed into our garMemorial Library, 302 W. McLendon den beds and to start seedlings in trays for October planting into the St., Plant City). A local artist creground. ated a garden “angel,” an instrucYes, and then there is the magniftional seminar brought people from icent, microbe and humus rich soil Tampa and Lakeland to share how upon which we rely to stimulate to more effectively garden organically, and a Food Day 2012 gathering our seeds and nourish our young was hosted with live music, food and plants. The community garden beds were astoundingly productive informative speeches. last year. It’s now time to top off This garden is on the move!

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the beds and re-mulch to keep our environment fertile.

AN INVITATION

The Plant City Commons Community Garden is run completely by volunteers to serve our greater community.

If you have ever thought about beginning a home garden and want to expand your knowledge of organic methods you are invited to come out and visit the community garden.

How can the garden group more effectively serve the needs of Plant City? We hope you, your family, your friends get to know this lovely garden.

We will host a guided tour of the garden at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, at 309 N. Carey St. This is the perfect time to come out and get to know more about this growing community resource. Please join us!

Bob Abbenzeller is a permaculture designer and volunteer at Plant City Commons Community Garden. The garden is on Facebook; search for “Plant City Commons.” For more, contact Abbenzeller at pcpermaculture@gmail.com or call (813) 489-5520.

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+ Warriors at Heart

Local military support club Warriors at Heart needs members to help volunteer at upcoming events.

The group organizes many events in the Tampa Bay area, including upcoming races coming up. The Run for the Fallen will be held Sept. 7 and 8, in Tampa. Members of Warriors at Heart volunteer for both days.

The club also is putting together a team for a race Oct. 19, in Dade City.

Warriors at Heart needs at least 10 volunteers to sign up. For every volunteer, the team raises $25.

Warriors at Heart was started by Sharon Flowers and her younger cousin, Megan Flowers, 10. They wanted to help veterans and active duty servicemen in need. In addition to the races, the club has joined Wreaths Across America and also is raising money for the Special Olympics.

For more information or sign up for the races, visit facebook.com/groups/ warriorsatheart/ or email Sharon at Sharon sharonflowers2002@yahoo.com.

+ Relay for Life

The first committee meeting for Relay for Life will be at 6 p.m. Sept.

9, at Turkey Creek First Baptist Church, 4915 W. Trapnell Road.

Committee members need to bring a dish to share as part of the potluck dinner.

Committee members will celebrate the successes of the 2013 Relay event, plan the 2014 kickoff event and receive a schedule of future events.

The meeting is open to any current committee members and those who want to join the committee.

There still are many open positions.

For more information, contact Linda Herman at lindaherman@mac.com.

+ Greater Plant City Chamber of Commerce

Reservations for the upcoming Contact Breakfast are due by 4:30 p.m. Sept. 6.

The breakfast will be held at 7:15 a.m. Sept. 11, at the Florida Strawberry Festival Expo Hall, 2301 W. Oak Ave. The guest speaker will be Holly Wade, the senior emergency planner for Hillsborough County Fire Rescue in the office of emergency management.

Remember to bring business cards for a drawing for the business spotlight interview in the next Chamber Connections newsletter.

For more information, or to register, call (813) 7543707.

+ GFWC Woman’s Club of Plant City

GFWC Woman’s Club of Plant City will meet at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10, at the clubhouse, 1110 N. Wheeler St. Members should bring school supplies for a local elementary school.

Amber Jurgensen

A new friendship has inspired the Pierce, Boyd and Harrell families to join forces in their fight against pediatric cancer. From left: Morgan Pierce, Cheri and Haley Boyd, Emily Pierce, and Shannon and Natalie Harrell.

fight of their lives by Amber Jurgensen | Associate Editor

STRENGTH IN NUMBERS

Three Plant City girls have made headlines for their individual battles with pediatric cancer. Now, their mothers are organizing an event to raise money for research.

Morgan Pierce, 10, eagerly invites Haley Boyd, 6, and Natalie Harrell, 8, into her home. The three girls hardly notice each other’s short hair or bald heads. Instead, they gush over floral sequins headbands and a green beanie.

It was a cancer-related play date — something the girls have grown accustomed to during their treatments and fight for survival. The girls’ diagnoses have brought them together in a unique sisterhood.

And now, they are inspiring their mothers — Emily Pierce, Cheri Boyd and Shannon Harrell — to organize a fundraising event this month, in Plant City.

“We’re just trying to save the baldies,” Shannon says.

“They have so much life left to live.”

The Good Cookie 5K will take place 7:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, in Historic Downtown Plant City. The route will take runners through the historic district, and at the finish line, participants will enjoy music, raffle prizes, a bounce house and more.

Pierce organized Plant City’s first Good Cookie 5K last year and raised more than $3,000 for Cookies for Kids’ Cancer, an organization that raises money for pediatric cancer research.

This year, with the help of Shannon, Cheri and others, she expects to top that total.

Still three weeks before the event, the mothers already have raised $2,000 for Cookies for Kids’ Cancer.

Federal funding for childhood cancer research is predominantly allocated

GOOD COOKIE 5K

WHEN: 7:30 a.m. Sept. 21 WHERE: Courier Field, 703 N. Wheeler St., Plant City REGISTRATION: active. com/running/plant-city-fl/ good-cookie-5k-2013

COOKIES FOR KIDS’ CANCER Founded in 2008

by Gretchen and Larry Witt, Cookies for Kids’ Cancer raises funds for pediatric cancer research. When the Witts’ 2-year-old, Liam, was diagnosed in 2007, with neuroblastoma, his parents were shocked to learn of the lack of effective treatments for pediatric cancers due to lack of funding. With the help of 250 volunteers, Gretchen baked and sold 96,000 cookies, raising more than $400,000 for research.

For more information, visit cookiesforkidscancer.org.

through the National Cancer Institute. The funds are distributed to scientists working at labs, often at children’s hospitals, the Children’s Oncology Group to fund clinical trials and to labs within the NCI. In 2007, the NCI reported that the funding for childhood cancer research was about $180 million. However,

the amount allocated to other cancers was much more.

For example, $572.4 million was allocated to breast cancer research that same year.

Emily, Cheri and Shannon were propelled into action by the lack of funding.

“It just shocked me how many federal dollars don’t go toward what we’re fighting,” Shannon says. “The money is not spread evenly through all types (of cancer).”

Cancer is the No. 1 cause of disease-related death in children. Childhood cancer is not a single disease but rather many different types that fall into 12 major categories.

Common adult cancers are extremely rare in children, yet many cancers are almost exclusively found in children.

Shannon and Cheri first got involved in the 5K last year, when they signed up to run. After Emily saw they had signed up, she asked if they would like to help.

They both agreed.

“These moms have really, really stepped up,” Emily says. “They’ve been contacting people anyway they can — all in the midst of treatment.”

Since then, they have been busy promoting the 5K through email, social media and flyers.

“It’s hard,” Cheri says. “It’s time-consuming, but it’s worth it to me.”

“I wanted my friends to know that it was Emily doing it,” Shannon says. “That it wasn’t put on by a big organization. It’s somebody we know.”

Contact Amber Jurgensen at ajurgensen@plantcityobserver.com.

HALEY BOYD For two weeks, then-3-year-old Haley had a recurring suspicious fever between 5 and 7 p.m. Her mother knew it was out of the ordinary. When she started to get nausea along with the fever, Cheri took her to the doctor.

The doctor told her it was just a virus and to keep her hydrated.

“I told them there was something wrong with my baby and that they were going to draw blood,” Cheri says. “I can always tell when something’s wrong with this one. I hate it. It scares me.”

Haley was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. She endured two-and-one-half years of treatment, then she relapsed just months after treatment stopped.

Last November, she also had a bone marrow transplant.

“There’s no such word as ‘cure,’ as far as our doctors are concerned,” Cheri says. “But we hope to hear it, someday.”

NATALIE HARRELL Natalie’s cancer can’t crush her spirit. The All-Star cheerleader for Plant City’s Dance Carousel is still as peppy as ever.

It was during a cheer competition when friends started noticing that something was wrong with their beloved teammate. She was tired and didn’t want to warm up.

But her family had known something was off for months. Natalie had ended up in the hospital with the flu and mono.

Eventually, doctors finally discovered a golf ball-sized tumor attached to her brain. She was scheduled for brain surgery the next morning after discovery. Her family didn’t know if she would wake up from surgery knowing who they were — or even who she was.

However, after beginning the procedure, surgeons discovered they couldn’t remove the tumor. Instead, Natalie has had to endure chemotherapy treatments.

Now, Natalie has just finished her last radiation treatment. There still are remnants of the tumor left. Later this month, the family will go in for a craniospinal MRI to determine the next course of treatment.

MORGAN PIERCE It’s been more than four years since Morgan has been diagnosed with cancer. At 5, Morgan complained of hip pain. Her doctor thought she just had a jarred hip joint. But a bone scan revealed every mother’s worst nightmare; an unknown mass in her abdomen.

Morgan was diagnosed with stagefour neuroblastoma, a type of cancer that affects the sympathetic nervous system and is found primarily in children under 10 years old. Sympathetic nervous system tumors account for 7.8% of all cancers among children younger than 15.

Since then, Morgan has undergone surgery to remove the tumor and numerous chemotherapy treatments. She currently has no evidence of the disease. But, this is the fourth time she has been NED. Morgan is undergoing hu3fa antibody therapy monthly, in New York. Cookies for Kids’ Cancer helped fund the trial.

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by Michael Eng | Editor

Michael Eng

The Walden Lake home, which has five bedrooms, three baths, a pool and 2,916 square feet of living area, sold for $312,000.

Walden Lake home tops August real-estate sales A home in Walden Lake was the top residential real-estate transaction in August.

The home at 2107 Clubhouse Drive sold for $312,000. Built in 1997, it has five bedrooms, three baths, a pool and 2,916 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $107.00.

ALEXANDER WOODS

The townhouse at 258 Alexander Woods Drive sold for $95,000. Built in 2007, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,497 square feet of living area.

The price per square foot is $63.46.

The townhouse at 185 Alexander Woods Drive sold for $107,000. Built in 2013, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,695 square feet of living area.

The price per square foot is $63.13.

CAMP T F ADDITION

The home at 1809 Camp Court sold for $67,890 (REO/ bank owned). Built in 1987, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,205 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $56.34.

COUNTRY HILLS

The home at 4649 Copper Lane sold for $107,000 (REO/ bank owned). Built in 2000, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,296 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $82.56.

CYPRESS RESERVE

The home at 4806 Tomco Drive sold for $295,000. Built in 2002, it has four bedrooms, two-and-one-half baths and 2,743 square feet of living area.

The price per square foot is $107.55.

DREW

The home at 122 W. Drew St. sold for $35,000 (short sale).

Built in 1953, it has two bedrooms, one bath and 1,064 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $32.89.

EUNICE ESTATES

The home at 306 Lisa Ann Court sold for $91,200 (short sale). Built in 2006, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,428 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $63.87.

The home at 202 Lisa Ann Court sold for $125,000 (REO/ bank owned). Built in 2007, it has four bedrooms, two baths and 1,883 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $66.38.

GILCHRIST HEIGHTS

The home at 1109 N. Pennsylvania Ave. sold for $76,602.

Built in 1958, it has three bedrooms, one bath and 1,152 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $66.49.

MONTHLY SNAPSHOT High Sale Price: $312,000 Low Sale Price: $22,900 Average Sale Price: $124,753 Median Sale Price: $102,500 Total Sales: $6,736,667 Short Sales: 11 REO/Bank Owned: 12

two baths and 1,113 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $67.30.

HOOKS PLACE

The home at 2310 S. Forbes Road sold for $150,000. Built in 1960, it has three bedrooms, two baths, a pool and 1,806 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $83.06.

KENTWOOD PARK

The condominium at 2302 Maki Road, No. 37, sold for $22,900 (short sale). Built in 1987, it has two bedrooms, one-and-one-half baths and 896 square feet of living area.

The price per square foot is $25.56.

The condominium at 2302 Maki Road, No. 77, sold for $38,000. Built in 1987, it has two bedrooms, one-and-onehalf baths and 920 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $41.30.

The condominium at 2302 Maki Road, No. 20, sold for $43,500 (REO/bank owned).

Built in 1987, it has two bedrooms, one-and-one-half baths and 896 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $48.55.

MADISON PARK

The home at 905 W. Madison St. sold for $25,000 (short sale). Built in 1989, it has three bedrooms, one bath and 1,584 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $15.78.

MIDWAY GROVES

The home at 3905 Charlie Taylor Road sold for $120,000.

Built in 2003, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,972 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $60.85.

The home at 3909 Charlie Taylor Road sold for $247,950.

Built in 2006, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 2,046 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $121.19.

MULRENNAN ESTATES

The home at 1401 Buell Court sold for $290,000. Built in 1983, it has four bedrooms, two baths and 2,654 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $109.27.

OAKVIEW ESTATES

The home at 7045 Dormany Loop sold for $45,000 (REO/ bank owned). Built in 1987, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,440 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $31.25.

The home at 3003 N. Pineway Drive sold for $24,800 (REO/ bank owned). Built in 1978, it has two bedrooms, one bath and 1,208 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $20.53.

The home at 2010 E. Willow Drive sold for $35,800 (short sale). Built in 1979, it has four bedrooms, two baths and 1,332 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $26.88.

The home at 2010 Love Oak Drive sold for $62,900 (REO/ bank owned). Built in 1979, it has two bedrooms, one bath and 1,091 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $57.65.

HILLSBORO PARK

NORTH GIBSON TERRACE

GILCHRIST SUBDIVISION

The home at 807 E. Calhoun St. sold for $60,000. Built in 1952, it has three bedrooms, one bath and 1,400 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $42.86.

HALLMAN ESTATES

The home at 1703 N. Orange St. sold for $74,900. Built in 1992, it has three bedrooms,

The home at 1508 E. Cherry St. sold for $27,725 (REO/bank owned). Built in 1952, it has

three bedrooms, one bath and 1,455 square feet of living area.

The price per square foot is $19.05.

OAK HILL

The home at 1312 N. Franklin St. sold for $82,000 (short sale). Built in 2003, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,265 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $64.82.

OAK POINTE

The home at 1106 Oak Pointe Place sold for $128,000. Built in 1999, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,226 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $104.40.

PLANT CITY

The home at 6202 Thonotosassa Road sold for $40,000 (short sale). Built in 1955, it has two bedrooms, one bath and 952 square feet of living area.

The price per square foot is $42.02.

The home at 4908 Sam Gay Road sold for $58,000 (REO/ bank owned). Built in 1960, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,862 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $31.15.

The home at 1902 E. Linda St. sold for $85,000. Built in 1964, it has three bedrooms, oneand-one-half baths and 1,170 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $72.65.

The home at 3320 Keene Road sold for $115,000. Built in 1959, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,519 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $75.71.

The home at 309 E. Hunter Road sold for $198,000. Built in 2006, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,680 square feet of living area, as well as a nineacre lot. The price per square foot is $117.85.

The home at 5530 Varn Road sold for $225,000. Built in 2004, it has three bedrooms, twoand-one-half baths and 2,148 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $104.75.

The home at 4205 W. Keysville Road sold for $240,000 (REO/ bank owned). Built in 2006, it has four bedrooms, fourand-one-half baths and 3,190 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $75.24.

The home at 2807 Bruton Road sold for $280,000. Built in 1997, it has five bedrooms, two baths, a pool and 2,845 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $98.42.

The home at 5309 Fulwood Drive sold for $287,000. Built in 2002, it has four bedrooms, two baths and 2,328 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $123.50.

The home at 2514 Leaning Pine Lane sold for $295,000.

Built in 1988, it has four bedrooms, three baths and 2,862 square feet of living area.

The price per square foot is $103.07.

The home at 1706 Williams Road sold for $191,000 (short sale). Built in 1989, it has three bedrooms, two-and-one-half baths and 2,687 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $71.08.

PLANT CITY WARREN’S SURVEY

The home at 304 S. Franklin St. sold for $98,000. Built in 2001, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,301 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $75.33.

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OBSERVEROBITUARIES Samuel Graham Austin

Samuel Graham Austin, 79, of Plant City, died Aug. 27, 2013, at South Florida Baptist Hospital.

Born April 28, 1934, in Tampa, he was the son of the late Gordon Carolyn Graham Austin. He was the beloved husband for more than 54 years, of Annette Dell, who survives.

Mr. Austin enjoyed flower gardening and collecting coins.

He was a big fan of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

He worked for Raybro and C.E.D. Electric. He was a graduate of Plant City High School and a lifelong resident of Plant City. He served from 1954 to 1956, in the U.S. Army.

Survivors also include nieces, Jeannie Fletcher, Sheri and Lisa Tiedgen, Jayden Polk and Madisyn Lloyd; and nephews, Gordon Austin, Tom Tiedgen, David, Christopher and Philip Fletcher.

Online condolences may be made at haughtfuneralhome. com.

Diane Lynn Cawley

Diane Lynn Cawley, 47, of Dade City, died Aug. 23, 2013.

Born Feb. 26, 1966, in Atlantis, she was the daughter of the late Waverly Cawley Jr. She was a clerk for the Department of Transportation, of the Baptist faith and enjoyed reading and beading.

She is survived by her mother, Nonda Hofmeister Cawley; sons, Eric, Shawn and Alex Pfundheller; daughter, Heather Pfundheller; and sister, Marleen Annette Cawley.

Online condolences may be made at haughtfuneralhome. com.

Eleanor Lorraine Cothron

Eleanor Lorraine Cothron, 83, died Aug. 30, 2013, in Plant City.

She was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church of Plant City.

She is survived by five sons, Hayward Cothron (Gail), Gary Cothron (Chere), Kenneth Cothron (Melinda), Mike Cothron

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(Dorie) and Allen Cothron; three brothers, Willard Sheffield (Reba), Solomon Sheffield (Sue) and Edwin Sheffield (Shirley); Faye Sutton (Carlos); 11 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.

Online condolences may be made at wellsmemorial.com.

William “Bill” E. Dicks

William “Bill” E. Dicks, 93, of Plant City, died Aug. 26, 2013.

He was a retired truck driver for Publix Supermarkets and enjoyed fishing and gardening.

For the last seven years, he resided with his son, in Belleview.

He is survived by his children, Marvin Dicks, Shirley Adams (Russell) and Debbie Childers; seven grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Hazel; parents; one brother, and three sisters.

Online condolences may be made at hopewellfuneral.com.

Robert H. “Bud” McClellan

Robert H. “Bud” McClellan, 90, of Plant City, died Aug 19, 2013.

He was born June 29, 1923, in Ranger, W. Va. He was a veteran of U.S. Army and an avid coal miner. In 1958, he and his wife, Doris, became born-again Christians and were instrumental in organizing several churches, including the Bristolville Freewill Baptist Church, in Northeast Ohio.

The McClellans moved in 1995, to Plant City, where they became members of the Calvary Freewill Baptist Church. He was a church deacon for more than 50 years and enjoyed all aspects of church work, including listening to good old-fashioned preaching and singing.

He is survived by children, Rodger McClellan (Kathy) and Teddy Craddock (Lee); grandchildren, Rhonda Helmeth (Edward), Robert McClellan (Melissa), Tammi Campis (Juan), Russell McClellan, Jason Craddock (Miranda), Dan Christ-

lieb (Jen), Jeremy Craddock (Brandy), Marion Yale (Donna) and Michael Yale (Marie); 17 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; sisters-in-laws, Bonnie Burks and Helen McClellan; and many other loving nieces, nephews, family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Doris; parents, James and Suzi McClellan; stepmother, Verb McClellan; children, Sandy McClellan and Sue Christlieb; grandson, Paul Christlieb; and siblings, Ballard, Denver, Glen, Armilda, Marie, Truby and Butch.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Calvary Freewill Baptist Building Fund, 3539 E. Trapnell Road, Plant City, FL. 33566.

Online condolences may be made at hopewellfuneral.com.

Ann McCullers McDonald

Ann McCullers McDonald, 79, of Plant City, died Sept. 1, 2013, due to complications from a stroke.

Before retirement, she was a teacher’s aide for 34 years, at Springhead Elementary School, in Plant City, and was a lifelong resident of the Springhead area. She loved being a member of Plant City’s First Baptist Church and enjoyed spending time with her large family.

She is survived by her loving husband of 63 years, Charles J. McDonald; sons, Blake McDonald and Dennis McDonald (Beth); siblings, Betty Alfonso (George) and Curtis McCullers (Phyllis); grandchildren, Jennifer Howard (Steven), Heather McDonald (Dennis Carroll), Miranda McDonald-King (Dan), Jessica McDonald (Andrew May), Michael McDonald (Ashley), Ashley McDonaldShowalter (Robert), Matthew McDonald (Anna) and Scott Bonds; seven great-grandchildren; three nieces; three nephews; five great-nieces; and seven great-nephews.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Thelma Snell-

grove-McCullers; father, Ernest McCullers; and siblings Geraldine Thomas, and Ernest McCullers Jr. Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of Ann’s life at 11 a.m. Friday, Sept.

6, at Plant City’s First Baptist Church, where the family will receive friends at 10 a.m.

Online condolences may be made at hopewellfuneral.com.

Caroline Lily Stafford

Caroline Lily Stafford, 72, died Aug. 23, 2013, at Lakeland Regional Medical Center.

Born March 10, 1941, in Goshen, N.Y., she was the daughter of the late Samuel Amodio and Dorothy Storm Amodio. She was the wife of the late John Stafford Sr. Mrs. Stafford was a homemaker, who enjoyed fishing, woodcrafting and was a locksmith and animal trainer.

Survivors include sons, John Jr., Scott, Glen, Jeffrey, and Timothy Stafford; daughters, Jackie Goode and Ellen Manning; brother, Danny Amodio; nine grandchildren; and five greatgrandchildren.

Online condolences may be made to the family at haughtfuneralhome.com.

Martha Lee Tew

Martha Lee Tew, 75, of Plant City, died Aug. 24, 2013, at home.

Born April 13, 1938, in Brevard, N.C. she was the daughter of the late Arthur Banther and Essie Scott Banther. She was the wife of the late Morris Tew. Survivors include a son, James Prince; daughters, Ann Hoxit, Mary Ford and Yolanda Sutliff; and one grandchild.

She was predeceased by son, Robert Prince; and daughter, Glenda Hoxit.

Online condolences may be made at haughtfuneralhome. com.

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SOUTH PLANT CITY FARMS

The home at 1405 Sparkman Road sold for $43,700 (REO/ bank owned). Built in 1962, it has three bedrooms, one bath and 1,402 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $31.17.

The home at 1301 Clarkwood Drive sold for $51,000 (short sale). Built in 1979, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,344 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $37.95.

SUGAR CREEK

The home at 506 Sugar Creek

Drive sold for $117,000. Built in 1994, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,472 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $79.48.

TRASKS ADDITION

The home at 1205 N. Shannon Ave. sold for $34,500. Built in 1920, it has three bedrooms, one bath and 999 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $34.53.

WALDEN LAKE

The home at 3315 Silvermoon Drive sold for $132,000.

Built in 1996, it has four bedrooms, three baths, a pool and 2,171 square feet of living area.

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The price per square foot is $60.80.

The home at 4124 Barret Ave. sold for $170,000 (REO/ bank owned). Built in 1989, it has four bedrooms, twoand-one-half baths, a pool and 2,314 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $73.47.

The home at 1736 Brookstone Way sold for $170,000.

Built in 2001, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,871 square feet of living area.

The price per square foot is $90.86.

The home at 2804 Spring Meadow Drive sold for $185,000. Built in 2000, it has

four bedrooms, two-and-onehalf baths and 2,635 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $70.21.

The home at 2902 Spring Hammock Drive sold for $214,500. Built in 2000, it has four bedrooms, three baths and 2,161 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $99.26.

The home at 1903 Carriage Court sold for $220,000. Built in 1988, it has four bedrooms, two baths, a pool and 1,987 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $110.72.

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Greenwood Valley Drive sold for $98,000. Built in 2008, it has three bedrooms, two-and-onehalf baths and 1,649 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $59.43.

WASHINGTON PARK

The home at 1007 N. Johnson St. sold for $65,000 (short sale). Built in 1966, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,172 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $55.46.

WILDER PARK

The home at 2913 Wilder Creek Circle sold for $153,400.

Built in 1993, it has three bed-

rooms, two baths and 1,622 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $94.57.

WOODFIELD VILLAGE

The home at 1401 Redbud Circle sold for $149,900. Built in 1985, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,572 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $95.36.

WOODARD’S MANOR

The home at 1204 Pamela Sue Court sold for $30,000.

Built in 1986, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,645 square feet of living area.

The price per square foot is $18.24.

Sports

YOUTH | HIGH SCHOOL | GOLF | SENIORS | COMMUNITY | TENNIS

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK Durant High alum Alix Hooker returns with college team. 12 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2013

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SIDELINES TRACK AND FIELD

+ FHSAA condenses finals

The Florida High School Athletic Association announced the University of North Florida will continue to host the track and field finals through 2015, with a condensed format.

The finals for all four classifications, held over two weekends in May, now will be one weekend, with two classifications competing each day. The organization said the new format will attract larger crowds.

This year’s finals will be May 2 to 3, 2014.

The districts and regions remain the same, as well as the qualification standards to advance to state. Classes 1A and 2A will have a week off before the state meet.

sparkle effect by Matt Mauney | Associate Editor

Plant City cheerleaders soar with program for special-needs students Plant City High is one of two schools in Hillsborough County approved for The Sparkle Effect program, which allows students with special needs to be a part of the cheerleading team.

The Plant City High cheerleading squad will have extra spirit when they take the sidelines Sept. 6, at the Raiders’ home opener.

Plant City is one of only two schools in Hillsborough County to have The Sparkle Effect program, an organization that empowers teens nationwide to include students with disabilities in school-based cheerleading and dance programs.

The Sparkle Effect stresses an inclusive environment in which students with special needs are included as members of the squad and not as a separate team. The PCHS varsity cheer squad will cheer with The

Sparkle Effect cheerleaders for the first quarter of every home football game this fall.

Varsity cheerleader Sara Girling submitted to her guidance counselor a proposal to launch the program at PCHS. Part of the submission was to request a grant to pay for uniforms for the girls. A $500 grant was approved by The Sparkle Effect, which the PCHS varsity cheer team matched. The Plant City Lions Club and Plant City Rotary Club also contributed money to fund the program.

“It’s an amazing program, and, so far, it’s been great,” PCHS cheer

coach and special education teacher Karen Snapp said.

ONE OF THE GIRLS

For Leslie Carlisle, who is orthopedically impaired, the program is about allowing her to fit in and feel included.

“It makes me feel more normal and just like one of the girls,” Carlisle said.

Though Carlisle can’t walk, she is still able to participate in her favorite part of cheering — stunting. During the first practice with The Sparkle Ef-

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WHARTON AT PLANT CITY | 7:30 P.M. SEPT. 6

+ City, Optimist Club to host tourney

YMCA

+ YMCA offering free weekends

All Tampa YMCA facilities, including the Plant City Family YMCA, 1507 YMCA Place, will open their doors for free every weekend (Friday through Sunday) this month, in honor of National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month.

The community is invited to bring the family to participate in fun, healthy activities and programs while learning more about Nemours Health & Prevention Service’s 5-2-1-Almost None formula.

To learn more about the Tampa Y’s childhood obesity prevention programs, contact Maureen Chiodini, Maureen.Chiodini@ TampaYMCA.org or (813) 224-9622, Ext. 278.

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GAME OF THE WEEK

GOLF

The 19th Annual Plant City Optimist Club / Plant City Recreation & Parks Department Golf Tournament will be held Saturday, Sept. 14, on the Lakes Course at Walden Lake Golf & Country Club.

Registration begins at 11 a.m., and the four-person scramble format shotgun start will be at 1 p.m.

Funds raised by the Plant City Optimist Club benefit youth programs offered by the Recreation & Parks Department and the club.

The $70-per-player entry fee includes 18 holes of golf, cart, range balls, one on-the-course beverage ticket, meal and awards. Prizes for contests such as a putting contest, two long drive holes and two closest to the pin holes will be awarded as well as great door prizes distributed to those with wining raffle tickets purchased at the event.

Hole sponsorships still are available. Registration forms are available from any Plant City Optimist Club member, from the front desk at the Recreation & Parks Department administrative office, 1904 S. Park Road (813-659-4255) and online at the PCRPD website, plantcitygov.com.

For more information, contact Walt Arnold, walt34@gmail.com or (813) 752-1602, or Jeb Hicks, jebmar80@verizon. net or (813) 659-1052.

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A wheelchair wasn’t stopping Leslie Carlisle from taking part in this stunt.

by Matt Mauney | Associate Editor

Matt Mauney

In his first regular season start at quarterback, Landon Galloway passed for 187 yards and a touchdown and rushed for 82 yards and two scores.

LEARNING

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Helping break in a new offense, Plant City High’s defense put on a show last week and hopes to have another strong showing against Wharton this week.

The takeaway from Plant City High’s season-opening win against Steinbrenner is no surprise to head coach Wayne Ward: He has playmakers on both sides of the ball.

Despite some miscues and penalties, the Raiders had a solid showing with its new up-tempo offense, racking up more than 350 yards.

Although there were lulls at times, with quarterback Landon Galloway checking to the sideline for play calls, the offense was more productive than last year. The Raiders were around plus-15 in the amount of plays compared to the 2012 season opener, according to Ward.

“That’s tremendous compared to where we were last year,” Ward said. “I give all the credit to the coaches in getting these kids prepared to run this offense.”

Even more impressive was the display of defense. The Raiders held Steinbrenner in the teens in total net yards.

Plant City will open its 2013 home schedule Friday against Wharton, a team coming off a blowout win over Spoto.

LIMITING MISTAKES

Although there were plenty of bright spots for the offense, there were areas where Ward will like to see improvement, especially in turnovers, an area Ward stressed before the

season. The Raiders turned the ball over three times against Steinbrenner.

“Regardless of what offense you’re in, if you’re tuning the ball over, it’s not going to be very successful,” Ward said.

In his first regular season start as a quarterback, Galloway completed 15-of-29 passes for 187 yards and a touchdown, while running for 82 yards and two scores.

Galloway, a senior, played receiver last year and is committed to the University of Central Florida as a tight end/ receiver.

“It’s different,” Galloway said about playing quarter-

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Soph., RB Day battled injuries as a freshman with the Raiders but made his presence known in his sophomore season opener against Steinbrenner, rushing for 76 yards and a score on 22 carries.

Day split carries in the backfield with Hassan Bailey, a senior who made the switch from defense in the offseason. Bailey had a strong showing at running back in this year’s spring game.

With Wharton possessing a 3-4 okie front, Plant City could have a chance to showcase its backfield.

Tough schedule a benefit for Durant

We’re just one week into the high school football season, and Durant already has as many losses as they did all of last season.

The Cougars won’t be having another undefeated regular season, after their lopsided 48-6 loss to Armwood Aug. 30, at home. It’s a fact that won’t surprise anyone familiar with Durant’s 2013 schedule, which could be the toughest in the state.

Sure, starting off the season against a perennial powerhouse such as Armwood isn’t MATT ideal, but it will MAUNEY at least give Durant a taste of what to expect with a nondistrict schedule that includes games at Sickles (this week), Newsome and Hillsborough, as well as home games against Tampa Bay Tech and Gaither.

With the new Class 7A District 8 — Plant City, Strawberry Crest, Brandon and East Bay — it is possible for Durant to win the district and host a regional quarterfinal with a 4-6 or even a 3-7 record.

All games matter. Coaches won’t tell you any differently, but it’s the district games that truly are crucial.

With the non-district schedule Durant has to face, the district match-ups seem less intimidating. Also, if the Cougars can navigate trough the district with one of the two best records, they once again will find themselves in the playoffs, even without a goose egg in the loss column.

If this happens, they will be better prepared than last season, when they didn’t know the taste of defeat. After a game at Sickles, all of Durant’s remaining non-district games will be against 2012 playoff teams. Sickles missed the cut last year, despite a 7-3 regular season and a 4-2 record in the same district as Hillsborough and Armwood.

Durant’s Week 3 opponent is Tampa Bay Tech, a team the Cougars defeated in the region quarterfinals last fall. On Oct. 11, they will head to Newsome to face a Wolves team that handed Durant its first and only loss of 2012 in the region semifinals. The Cougars won the regular-season meeting.

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ATHLETE OF THE WEEK by Matt Mauney | Associate Editor

ALIX HOOKER While balancing school, work and playing a college sport, Anderson University (S.C.) volleyball player Alix Hooker doesn’t get to come home to Plant City often. Hooker was a standout in volleyball and softball at Plant City High School and also was voted Homecoming queen during her time as a Raider. The libero will open her junior season in a tournament at the Florida Southern Classic Sept. 6-7, in Lakeland.

What is you favorite aspect about volleyball?

I like the community aspect of being on a team sport. Just connecting together and the unity of the team. I also like the fast pace of the game.

Are you excited about coming back home to play?

When I found out it was on the schedule, I was extremely excited. Two of my teammates are also from Florida, so we’re all excited to be back closer to home. It should be a really cool experience.

How often do you get to come back to Plant City?

Only on holidays. I’ve been back the past two Thanksgivings and Christmas and on Spring Break.

Those are the few times I get to come home. My school is great, and I love the community, so I feel at home here, as well.

Do you have any plans while you’re here, other than the tournament?

The whole team is going to get to come to my house and have dinner. Also, the day before we come back, after the tournament, we’re going to the beach as a team.

What is the biggest difference between high school and college volleyball?

I guess a lot of it. When I grew up in Plant City playing, volleyball wasn’t as big as it is now. I guess I’d say that it’s just at a higher level in college

and more intense and a higher priority.

What has been your favorite moment since playing in college?

The biggest thing for me was this summer working at a FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) volleyball camp, in California. It changed my emphasis in finding more joy in volleyball. When you play a college sport, you do it because you’re good at it, or do it because you love it. It’s allowed me to truly enjoy it and gain confidence through that. I’ve also grown a lot through college and this summer.

What are some of your fondest memories from high school?

I don’t think there were any specific moments. Junior year was when I realized that I had a passion for volleyball and wanted to pursue it to college. I also played softball, but I saw that (volleyball) was more than just a sport for me and was a part of who I am.

What do you miss most about Plant City?

Obviously, my family and friends, but I honestly feel that I’m at the best school for growth and for starting a new life. It’s helped me not be homesick as much.

Outside of volleyball and school, do you have any hobbies?

I am on the leadership team for FCA for my team and also work in the admissions office at my school. So, I’m pretty busy, but I like to be involved on campus.

What is your major and what do you want to do with it?

I am an education major, and I plan to teach high school history and probably coach.

GOTW / PAGE 11 back. “Getting the ball every play is nice, but it’s more pressure. It’s not that hard to adjust to, and I’m just kind of taking it as I go.”

Galloway was responsible for all three turnovers (two fumbles and an interception), but Ward believes he will continue to get a better feel for the new offense as the season progresses.

“Landon is a very cerebral guy,” he said. “We’re slowly releasing and delegating more responsibility to him each week.”

In addition to the three turnovers, Plant City helped Steinbrenner out with 15 penalties for 135 yards.

“That’s something that, regardless of what team you play, if you have a 135 yards of penalties, it’s going to be very detrimental,” Ward said.

Ward also addressed special teams, which had some early-season mishaps. The Raiders missed a PAT, after Antwan Thompson caught a 33-yard pass from Landon Galloway in the first quarter. PCHS tried for two-point conversions on its next two scores, failing to covert on either attempt. Other than a 34-yard field goal set up by a PCHS turnover, Steinbrenner’s only other score of the game came on a 83-yard punt return from Kezio Snelling in the second quarter.

“We’ve made some changes on special teams, and I think those changes will help us moving forward,” Ward said.

FIGHTING FATIGUE

With penalties and turnovers killing drives, the Plant City defense earned its stripes in the season opener, making stop after stop, and then turning right around and doing it again before they had a chance to catch their breath.

“It’s reassuring to have a defense like that,” Ward said. “These kids put in so much work out there on the field. We put them in situations like that on the field in practice, so it’s not like it’s foreign to them.”

Plant City did pull out a couple of tricks to get some more snaps offensively and, in turn, help give the defense a breather, including an onside kick after a score in the second half.

Steinbrenner was playing through injuries, including missing its starting quarterback and running back.

“They were going in a few men down,” Ward said of Steinbrenner. “That was a young kid in there at quarterback, so you don’t want to put too much on him.”

LESSON LEARNED

Plant City took a valuable lesson from its game with Jefferson in the preseason classic.

Senior quarterback Dieondre Porter accounted for five of the Dragons’ touchdowns in the 48-26 win.

Although Wharton quarterback Chase Litton won’t put up the rushing stats of Porter, he has the ability to get big plays through the air. Litton threw three first-half touchdowns in Wharton’s 38-0 blowout of Spoto last week. The senior finished 13-of-21 for 111 yards, before being rested with the game well in hand.

“He’s well-seasoned,” Ward said of Litton. “For us and our defense, I think that it’s a challenge for them to play up to the caliber of quarterback like him. We just have to make plays. Dieondre

OTHER AREA ACTION SPOTO AT STRAWBERRY CREST

LAST WEEK: Strawberry Crest fell to Bloomingdale 23-12, while Spoto was shut out 38-0 by Wharton.

NOTES: A seesaw battle with four lead changes turned into an exchange of punts in the second half, during which Bloomingdale scored the only points in a season-opening win against Strawberry Crest last week.

Nine of the game’s 12 punts came during the second half. That’s also when the Bulls rallied from a 12-10 deficit on Isaiah McIntyre’s 29-yard sideline pass to Doug Sandberg and 16-yard run up the middle in the waning minutes.

Strawberry Crest QB Tristan Hyde finished 15-of-36 for 219 yards and two touchdowns, including one to his brother, Josh, and a 21-yard strike to Farron Rainford.

The Chargers welcome in a Spoto team that couldn’t get anything going against Wharton last week in a lopsided loss.

DURANT AT SICKLES

LAST WEEK: Durant fell to Armwood 48-6, while Sickles defeated Robinson 35-14 on the road.

NOTES: The Cougars gave up 255 yards on the ground to Armwood in the season opener.

Fullback Craig Carrington finished with 93 yards on 14 carries, while Greg Newton had 70 yards on nine carries.

Even backup tailback Alfonso Thorton had a 59-yard touchdown run.

The Hawks also scored two defensive touchdowns off Durant — a 25-yard Kyle Gibson interception return and 10-yard Jordan Griffin fumble return — in a 53-second span in the third quarter to take a 34-0 lead.

John Hendricks, a transfer from Newsome, gave Durant its only score of the game on a 20-yard run with nine minutes to play and the game well out of reach.

The Cougars now hit the road to take on a Sickles team that also had an impressive running game last week, racking up 347 yards in a win at Robinson.

QB Issac Holder rushed for 113 yards and three scores and threw for a touchdown in the win. Ray Ray McCloud III led Sickles with 201 rushing yards on 32 carries and a touchdown.

Porter did some things against us, and I think that we learned a lot from playing Jefferson.

I think that will better prepare us for playing Wharton.”

The Wharton defense never let Spoto past the Wharton 47, while recovering a fumble and picking off three passes, including a 26-yard interception return for a touchdown by Jeremy Jefferson.

Wharton runs a 3-4 okie front and an oddman front, while mixing in a 4-3 at times.

“What we have to do is take what they give us and build from there,” offensive coordinator Charles Lindsey said.

Contact Matt Mauney at mmauney@plantcityobserver.com.

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SWIMMING by Matt Mauney | Associate Editor

Strawberry Crest’s Alonzo Biala won the 100 butterfly.

Plant City, Crest dive into season Strawberry Crest High hosted an early-season swim meet with Plant City and Freedom Sept. 3, at the Plant City Family YMCA. Strawberry Crest’s next meet will be the City Relays Sept. 7, at Bobby Hicks Pool, 4120 W. Mango Ave., Tampa.

The two area teams enter

this season after a successful 2012 campaign. Plant City sent three swimmers to regionals last fall — senior Kelsey Frey (now at North Florida), junior Bailey Bowden and freshman Parker Smith. Bowden returns for her senior season after winning the 200 free and the 500 free at the Class 3A Dis-

Virginia Gibbs performed well in the 100 butterfly for Strawberry Crest.

SPARKLE / PAGE 11 fect cheerleaders Aug. 26, Carlisle used her chair as a pillar for a pyramid stunt with PCHS varsity cheerleaders.

“It’s good for the girls, because it builds their character and lets them live out their dream,” Snapp said.

Snapp has six students participating with the program. All have ranging disabilities.

“Our special-needs cheerleaders just eat it up, and I think that’s the important thing — just to bring smiles to their faces,” Snapp said.

The program has been rewarding for the varsity cheerleaders, as well.

“When I found out about it, I was just really excited that they get the opportunity to do this,” said senior Kelly Drake. “They deserve an opportunity to do anything that anyone else can.”

Drake even got to practice sign language to communicate with one of the girls. It was the first time she got to use the sign language she had learned to interact with someone who is deaf.

“It just lit up my day, seeing how their day was made and how much they appreciate being able to do this,” Drake said after the first weekly practice. “It was just great seeing how happy they were.”

MAUNEY / PAGE 11 Of Durant’s district opponents, none advanced to the postseason last year. In fact, no team even had a winning record, with Plant City, Strawberry Crest and East Bay all finishing with 4-6 marks.

With a new season comes new players and new opportunities for teams to improve on last year’s showings, but Durant has the advantage of recent success.

Although another undefeated season seemed farfetched, a 42-point loss wasn’t what the Cougar faithful had in mind as kickoff to the 2013 season. Still, there should be no panic in the air around the cow pastures that surround the school off Turkey Creek road.

Although it may not seem that way now,

trict 4 meet last year.

Strawberry Crest sent four relay teams and six individuals to regionals after their performances at the Class 2A District 8 meet.

Standouts Virginia Gibbs, Cole Wisecarver, Alonzo Biala and Zach Kitzis all return this season for the Chargers.

Standout Bailey Bowden returns for her senior year with Plant City.

FUTURE GROWTH

With a large special-needs student base, Snapp felt that the program was a good fit at PCHS. “The parents are just so thankful and so appreciative that the girls can just be included,” Snapp said. “There’s not a whole lot of extracurricular activities for special-needs students.”

The school has a “Best Buddies” program that acts as a big brother/big sister program for special-needs students and student volunteers, but The Sparkle Effect allows the students to participate in a popular extracurricular activity, and do it in front of students, faculty and the Plant City community at Friday night football games.

Snapp would like to see the program continue to grow in the school district but also would like to see an exhibition of The Sparkle Effect programs to coincide with Plant City’s annual nineway competition cheer event in January.

“I’d just like to see it grow all over the county,” she said. “Maybe one day we can have a Sparkle Effect competition within our other competitions.”

“Every girl wants to be a cheerleader,” Snapp said. “A lot of these parents might not have thought that it was possible, but this proves that it is.”

Contact Matt Mauney at mmauney@plantcityobserver.com.

Durant is in a solid position to “three-peat” as district champions. Other teams in the district certainly will have something to say about it, especially an improved Strawberry Crest program and a Plant City team that was the only area team to pick up a “W” last week, but Durant fans shouldn’t feel discouraged.

Playing a playoff schedule in the regular season could be a blessing in disguise. Not only will it better prepare the Cougars for their four crucial district match-ups, but also it will leave no surprises should they make it back to the postseason.

Durant’s record this year could end up looking very different than a year ago, but if it leads to a deeper run into the playoffs, I’m sure players, coaches and fans will gladly accept the trade-off.

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