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People of all ages from around the SEMINOLE — The number of positive cases of corona- PALM HARBOR — A nursing facility in north Pinel- county are showing what it means to virus at a Seminole nursing facility continues to rise. las County has reported 13 residents and eight staff Freedom Square executive director Michael Mason an- members have tested positive for coronavirus. be a good neighbor by helping out in a nounced Monday that 41 residents have tested positive St. Mark Village in Palm Harbor is the latest facility variety of ways. 12A for the virus and 77 have tested negatively. Additionally, to see a sharp rise in COVID-19 cases within the last 21 employees have tested positive and 37 have tested week, according to an email exchange between the What’s open? negative. county administrator’s ofﬁ ce and county commission- “Discussions are also underway with local, state, and ers Monday. Find out what Pinellas County events federal leaders about the offer to provide additional testing Photo by CHRIS GEORGE “Families are being contacted by the facility and our are canceled or facilities are closed to all employees and symptomatic residents for COVID-19 Freedom Square executive director Michael Mason EMS team is being deployed to assist in the transfer of and for how long. 4A on the Freedom Square campus,” Mason said in a press announced Monday that 41 of the facility’s residents the patients to local hospitals,” the Monday afternoon and patients and 21 employees have tested positive See SQUARE, page 4A See ST. MARK, page 4A Clearwater for the virus. The four Scientologist members of the Downtown Development Board PANDEMIC TAKES TOLL ON FAMILIES, BUSINESSES pleaded with the City Council to not let Pinellas County a new council member join them on

the board. Their pleas didn’t work. 10A « Schools to stay closed Losses Madeira Beach City leaders and residents say speeding boaters have been causing piling up a safety hazard to people and wildlife. So, they are taking action. 11A for travel Pinellas Park Deputies arrested a 36-year-old industry St. Pete man April 16 for operating a nonessential business in violation of The Pinellas School Board said virtual learning was going well. It’s a good thing, too, Photos by, from top to bottom, Empty hotels, airport terminals the safer-at-home order. 11A because the governor announced this past week that schools will remain closed for the PCS, CHRIS rest of the year. In-person graduations could still happen in June or July, though. 8A HENDERSON and a sign that virus has hit it hard

Also Online CHRIS GEORGE « By SUZETTE PORTER Visit TBNweekly.com for plenty more Beaches to stay closed Tampa Bay Newspapers from around Pinellas and updates about the coronavirus crisis, including: Hotel bookings have plummeted in Pinellas County. The ﬂ ight status page at St. Pete-Clearwater International Air- port shows a list of cancellations — ar- rivals and departures. The coronavirus is having a huge negative effect on one of the county’s most important industries. Travel nationwide experienced a rather dramatic nosedive beginning in mid- March, according to a report posted on Visit St. Pete/Clearwater’s website. After a lengthy discussion and listening to public comments for more than two hours, county leaders Many travelers began canceling and agreed to keep local safer-at-home restrictions as written for now, which means beaches and public postponing their trips due to the ongo- Schools v. vaping pools will remain closed. 4A ing threat from the pandemic. St. Pete-Clearwater International Air-

port, call letters PIE, reported the ﬁ rst Citing the need to protect the safety of « students, the Pinellas County School flight cancellations due to COVID-19 Wallets to start to open concerns during the week of March 16. Board approved a request to initiate For the ﬁ rst time in years, passenger a lawsuit against manufacturers, numbers declined, decreasing by 38% distributors and sellers of electronic in March. Local hotels, motels and resorts re- cigarettes and vaping products. main open; however, bookings are way down. And, the governor signed an ex- E-edition ecutive order closing all Airbnb-type vacation rentals. Want to share the paper with family Information from STR Inc., formerly or friends? Visit known as Smith Travel Research, post- The shows must go on Ruth Eckerd Hall beginning to reschedule some of its shows. … Page 3B. ed on VSPC’s partner website, provides Since you’re stuck TBNweekly.com at home, it’s time to break out the books statistics on the year-over-year change Our entertainment editor has put together a list of novels about rebuilding civilization. … Page 1B.

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Also Inside The Good The Bad Pinellas County begins to form City of Clearwater working on Largo leaders agree to move United States as of April 12. Demand electronic version Number of cases and deaths not hit negative numbers on March 1 and Public transit a plan that could provide up $4 million program that could forward with a grant program Citing a lack of ridership, the slowing Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority of this week’s suspended service on its downtown • County issues ‘safer at home’ order St. Petersburg Looper and South • Schools to stay closed until May 1 Clearwater Beach Jolley Trolley effective. 4A By SUZETTE PORTER dropped to a negative 77% in Florida on Tampa Bay Newspapers

Cancellations As of press time March 31, Pinellas County’s coronavirus virus to $4,000 to individuals and provide as much as $5,000 to that could provide as many as cases were up Find out what Pinellas County to 144, according to information released events are canceled or facilities are by the Florida Department of Health.

DOH announced the death « « of a 58-year- closed and for how long. 4A old male Sunday night, paper that you Finding a way to keep people fed. bringing the county’s death toll to fi ve. March 29. Business 2A TBN DOH Pinellas report- weekly.com Local restaurants face a daunting ed Saturday morning Online challenge of trying to keep their that three county residents had died due to For the latest the coronavirus. Two of doors open after being forced to numbers from the dead are males, age families and up to $5,000 to small businesses and $2,500 358 small businesses with a close their dining rooms. 9A the Department 52 and 64, and the third of Health, vis was an 83-year-old fe- it Kindness TBNweekly.com More cases male. No additional information was readily available. Losses in hotel revenue as of March A second case of COVID-19 The county’s first death attributed to can download is linked to a South Pasadena COVID-19 was reported on March 24. A also proves to be 67-year-old man in Pinellas died March 23. condominium complex. 7A The case was not travel-related and DOH says the man did not have contact with a Opinion confi rmed case. According to the latest report, 127 3A 2A 3A of the cases in Pinellas small businesses. to fi rms that help them. $1,000 grant. are in Florida residents Our Pinellas County editor, and 17 ar e non-residents. Forty-fi ve were Suzette Porter, says you should hospitalized. Eighty-three cases were men heed offi cials’ Contagious warnings because staying inside could help save a See PINELLAS, page 4A life. 6A or share. Much of Pinellas County may be under some degree of self-isolation, but The Ugly Dear TBN Readers that doesn’t mean those who are in need are alone. That’s the message See TRAVEL, page 4A many residents have sent out to fi rst responders, health care workers, We want to thank all of you for your Pinellas is loyal readership and patronage. All of us at Tampa Bay Newspapers (TBN) struggling businesses and at-risk seniors this past week. are proud to publish one of the best and largest groups of weekly commu- running low nity papers in the country. As we continue into these unprecedented times, we all are facing a mul- titude of challenges that have on supplies already impacted our daily lives. This is certainly no differ ent for the over 100 fin e Seeking out donations of personal folks who produce, print and deliver our papers. protective equipment from public Although we are hoping to maintain our print schedule, please understand By SUZETTE PORTER that schedule could be temporarily dis- Tam pa Bay Newspapers rupted at any time. Health risks to our

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She said the city received agree that $2,500 might not make Those professional service firms Also, they must demonstrate a Such an agreement would be or- $492,000 in CDBG funds through a difference. to eligible businesses, would also receive $2,500. loss of income due to COVID-19, chestrated and managed by Amplify the CARES Act, but they could only “If this $2,500 is going to be the to those that aid them The program would also provide have a business tax receipt, and be Clearwater, Tampa Bay Black Busi- be used for the administrative fees difference between being able to re- a 10% administrative fee to select locally and independently operat- ness Investment Corp., or Prospera to agencies and providers. open or stay open and not, I’m not agencies, such as the city’s cham- All of that, however, only totals sure of the longevity of that busi- By CHRIS GEORGE ed, so no corporate-run franchises Florida, an economic development ber of commerce, Amplify Clear- $800,000. ness anyhow,” Hamilton said. Tampa Bay Newspapers would qualify. nonprofit organization specialized water, which would partner small Eligible types of businesses in providing bilingual assistance to “There’s a $3.2 million funding Hibbard echoed that concern. businesses with the professional gap that needs to be resolved before “My concern also is that we give CLEARWATER — Clearwater is would include: restaurants, bars, Hispanic entrepreneurs. service fi rms and oversee their ar- a program such as this could be $2,500 to a company that is ... looking to join some other Pinel- retail or personal service business- Each member of the council rangement. adopted,” she said. going to fail regardless,” he said. las County cities seeking to throw es, such as hair and beauty salons, agreed that they liked the frame- “It (the program) would provide Mayor Frank Hibbard said the “I want to make certain that we’re small businesses affected by the spas, tattoo parlors; personal care work of the program, but they these small businesses with the shortfall is something that has to keeping people who are on the cusp COVID-19 pandemic a lifeline in services, such as child, disabled wanted to learn more about fund- funds needed for overhead expens- be factored into the council’s deci- still going.” the form of a grant. or elderly care services or funeral ing sources before giving it the es,” Sanderson told city councilors sion-making, pointing out that the Hibbard said he would like to see Denise Sanderson, director of services; laundry services; cleaning green light. April 16. “It would provide them with city can’t just print more money the program refi ned, but hopes the the city’s Economic Development services, pet care services, personal “I like the foundation of this pro- the professional guidance and sup- like the federal government. council will make a fi nal decision at and Housing Department, laid out and household goods repairs and gram, but the devil is going to be in port necessary to mitigate the long- “I think the other thing that we its next meeting May 7. the broad strokes of a $4 million maintenance; fi tness centers and choosing the paint color and win- term impacts of COVID-19, would always have to remember is when By that time, he said he hopes program that would provide as gyms; event spaces and services; dow decorations,” Council member generate economic activity for service we pay for one thing, it means we the city will have more informa- many as 700 eligible small busi- and travel agencies. 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Ron De- a long way for small businesses, step toward developing programs uals would be an extension of the Burton said similar programs separate municipal programs. Santis forced bars and restau- believe me,” said Brown, owner of to provide fi nancial assistance to existing Adult Emergency Finan- are in the works in St. Petersburg, Commissioner Karen Seel want- rants to close their dining rooms Main Street Chiropractic. “I think individuals and families hard hit cial Assistance Program. It would Largo and Tarpon Springs. ed to know about the parameters last month, Largo businesses came if we can do something like that to by the effects of the coronavirus. help those most in need who have He said about 6,500 businesses of the programs. For example, to the city for help. When another every single business that we have Commissioners unanimously lost income due to unemployment in the county could qualify. For would people or businesses al- order from the state and Pinellas in the city that is 50 (employees) approved a resolution April 16 di- or other COVID-19 related factors. more information on ways busi- ready receiving unemployment or County later forced all nonessential or less, it would do a lot for these recting staff to develop programs The plan is to provide up to nesses can receive help, visit pced. other fi nancial support due to the businesses to close their doors to businesses. And it would be easy. for individuals and businesses, $4,000 to adults and families for org. CARES Act be eligible. halt the spread of the coronavirus, Finding the money part might not and allow the county administra- one-time assistance to pay neces- The Department of Treasury Burton said no details had been even more came to the city looking be easy.” tor to sign a certifi cation form to sary expenses, such as rent and had not released information on fi nalized. He said any restrictions for relief. Brydon said the 358 businesses submit to the U.S. Department of utilities; however, the guidelines how the county would be able to on funding would likely be part of Economic Development Manager were identifi ed because they were Treasury to receive payments from haven’t been developed yet. use CARES Act money as of April the federal guidelines. Teresa Brydon said staff did what it classified as a restaurant, bar, the coronavirus relief fund. Burton said current plans call 16. 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Nine tests were inconclusive and TBNweekly.com until further notice. work session to extend the local state of emer- cases of COVID-19 in Pinellas County. results were pending for 60. DOH said The death toll remains at 16. 5.7% of test results were coming back • Belleair Bluffs City Hall is closed to public access. City staff will gency another seven days from April 17-24. Online remain available by phone or email. And after a lengthy discussion and listening Statewide, the cumulative number as positive. of cases increased to 27,058 with 823 DOH provided updated and revised • The 20th annual Monopoly Night fundraiser scheduled for to public comments for almost 2.5 hours, com- For the latest Saturday, May 9, at the Belleair Country Club has been postponed. missioners agreed to keep local safer-at-home deaths. Cases in the United States to- numbers from information on the city of residence taled 782,159 with 41,816 deaths. Glob- for 565 of the cases in Pinellas on • The LPGA’s Pelican Women’s Championship at Pelican Golf Club in restrictions as written. the Department Belleair has been rescheduled for November. Beaches and public pools will remain closed. ally, nearly 2.5 million cases have been of Health, visit Monday night. St. Petersburg has the reported with 169,794 deaths. most with 166 cases, 104 are Clearwa- • The Belleair Women’s Republican Political Committee Fashion Sheriff Bob Gualtieri and County Administrator TBNweekly.com Show, which was originally planned for April and then rescheduled Barry Burton will continue to work with local Cases were split 49% for men and ter residents, 75 from Largo, 70 from 51% for women. Ages range from 1-101. The Seminole, 39 from Palm Harbor, 28 from Tarpon for May, has once again been postponed. Offi cers have not yet decided businesses that believe they should be consid- whether to cancel the fundraiser or set a new date for the fall. ered essential. median age was 55. DOH reported that 79% of Springs, 18 from Dunedin, 17 from Pinellas Park, The discussion on the possibility of opening the cases were in white people, 13% were black, eight each from Clearwater Beach and Safety local beaches and pools at condominiums began 6% were other and 3% were unknown. According Harbor, seven from Oldsmar, four from Indian Clearwater during an emergency commission meeting on to ethnicity report, 86% were non-Hispanic, 9% Rocks Beach, three each from Belleair, Gulfport • The 2020 Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival scheduled for April has been April 13. During the public comment period, one were Hispanic and 5% were unknown. and Madeira Beach, two each from Bay Pines, canceled. resident wanted more talks on opening condo- Local hospitals reported almost 42% available Belleair Beach, Belleair Bluffs and Kenneth City, • The Clearwater Marine Aquarium is closed until further notice. minium pools and another objected to the beach bed capacity on Monday night with nearly 34% and one each from North Redington Beach, • The Municipal Services Building at 100 S. Myrtle Ave. is closed closures. capacity for adult ICU beds. As of Monday night, Crystal Beach, Treasure Island and South Pas- to the public, but the front lobby is open. Those who are dropping off Commissioner Kathleen Peters said she 10,683 people had been tested for the coronavi- adena. plans for permits can do so in the front lobby. Those who are stopping agreed with those who wanted to open the pools by to pay utility bills can do so at the front-glass windows, or they may use the drive-through or payment dropbox. and the beaches. She said people understood Not yet time to ease up through “same-day, point of contact diagnosis.” the dangers of COVID-19 and were being re- And the county has to make sure that hospi- • All recreation centers, pools, the Aging Well Center, and all Burton showed charts of projections for hos- programs targeted toward the senior population (Silver Sneakers and sponsible. She said opening pools at condomini- pital capacity to handle COVID-19 cases from tals and fi rst responders are properly equipped ums would provide opportunities for exercise, to treat patients requiring hospitalizations with- Enhance Fitness) are closed until further notice. April 7 that are markedly improved by April 15, • The following city events have been canceled: which was good for people with arthritis and out resorting to crisis measures. which he said were signs that the safer-at-home - Operation Shred and Drug Take-Back program — April 25 other physical concerns. She pressed fellow orders were working. He went over the steps necessary to begin commissioners to vote on the matter. - Clearwater’s Arbor Day & Tree Giveaway event — April 25 Still Pinellas has not yet reached the peak of easing restrictions. Commissioner Dave Eggers agreed there was - The Children’s Day/Dia del Nino festival previously planned for cases, he said. His presentation showed a pro- First, the governor’s executive order would “some merit” to Peters’ request. But he was con- April 25. It will take place as part of the Holiday Extravaganza festival jected peak on April 26. However, Department need to be revoked or modifi ed before the county cerned about people coming from other areas. in downtown in December. of Health in Pinellas County Director Dr. Ulyee could reconsider and perhaps modify the local He suggested that leaving the parking lots closed • All Clearwater library branches are closed to the public. Choe said the new models released from the safer-at-home order. would be necessary. He said he wanted to talk to • The Pier 60 Bait House and the fi shing pier are closed until further University of Washington April 16 revised the The county would need to confi rm that cases the sheriff and the county’s municipal partners. notice. The portion of the pier from Pier 60 concessions to the Bait peak date to May 3. were declining, and testing and hospital capac- House will remain open until further notice. By Thursday, Peters was the only commis- ity were adequate. He said “conditions on the sioner that showed support for opening the Burton’s presentation showed that cases of • Clearwater tennis courts remain open. coronavirus were expected to return to low levels ground” needed to be the determining factors. Many of the parks and dog parks remain open. Crest Lake Park and beaches and pools. But, she deferred to the Lastly, the county needs to be prepared to others when the vote was taken to extend the by the beginning of June, but that is still depen- Moccasin Lake Nature Park, however, are closed. dent on the exact date of the peak. reinstate former orders and even impose addi- local state of emergency with no changes in re- tional restrictions if the number of cases begins strictions. Peters said it looked as if the county had Indian Rocks Beach reached its peak of cases on March 30. Burton to rise, testing isn’t adequate and hospitals begin She still believes that pools at smaller condo- to have a problem with capacity. City Hall is closed to the public. The Indian Rocks Beach Library is minium complexes should be allowed to open. explained that the peak wasn’t calculated on also closed and related programs canceled. She said it was important to condo residents, new cases but was instead the total number of • IRB Action 2000 has canceled its Service Saturday on April 25. The especially seniors who need to exercise. She also cases, which was still increasing. Getting back to normal May Mixer/Historical Tour launch scheduled for May 16 is also being said she understood the reasons it wasn’t yet “Modeling is tricky,” Choe said. Commissioners wanted to know what staff postponed. time to open the beaches. He said health experts look at multiple models was doing to plan for better times. and curves to make projections. He also said Gualtieri said there are thousands of public Burton said staff was working on a framework Largo pools in Pinellas. COVID-19 had to be considered at a regional and needed to communicate with the munici- • Through the end of April, the city of Largo will be canceling all “It has to be all or nothing,” he said, add- level. palities. Testing is still an issue. In Pinellas only 1% of “We have ideas, but it is too early to roll them programs, classes, and public meetings in addition to postponing city ing that he didn’t want to create the percep- events. All performances at the Central Park Performing Arts Center tion of unfairness by opening condo and HOA the population has been tested. Although work out,” he said. continues to ramp up testing, kits are still not Peters asked if there was a team working on have been canceled. Hold on to registrations and tickets and the city pools while keeping hotel and other public pools will try to reschedule events in the near future. available. an exit plan. closed. • City facilities, including City Hall, playgrounds, recreation centers, Burton said before the county could begin to Burton said staff was working on plans, adding He agreed that some people would use their the Golf Course and the Largo Public Library, are closed to the public. make changes in its policies, Pinellas needed to that the county needed to be part of a larger state pools for exercise. City parks remain open. get to a point where a sustained reduction in strategy to consider when taking on local specifi cs. “Others think chugging a Budweiser and par- • Largo Central Railroad Club has canceled all public train runs at cases had occurred for at least 14 days, which is Eggers requested that time be devoted to all tying is exercise,” he said. Largo Central Park until further notice. His opinion is that the county has decided the incubation period for coronavirus. future meetings to discuss the latest plans and • The Brides for the Arts Wedding Expo has been rescheduled for to “go down this path” and needed to follow it Testing capacity needs to be available so all actions so the public and commissioners were Sunday, Oct. 11, noon to 3 p.m., at Central Park Performing Arts Center. through. those with COVID-19 symptoms can be tested kept aware. • Heritage Village is closed and has canceled all public meetings.

Madeira Beach TRAVEL, from page 1A • The city of Madeira Beach has canceled all events until further notice. City facilities, including the Recreation Center, are also closed to 1 were $35 million increasing to $365 million the public. by March 29. Vacation rental bookings had de- • The Old Salt Fishing Foundation’s 27th annual Spring King of the clined by 90% in April. Beach — Kingfi sh Tournament has been rescheduled for May 28-30. Mackenzie Comerer, senior media relations manager for VSPC, confi rmed that the booking rates at local hotels were following the same Pinellas Park trends. Exact figures aren’t known. VSPC is • Pinellas Park City Hall, the Barbara S. Ponce Library and working on a model and forecasting for the local Recreation Centers are closed. The city has canceled all events through area to provide more details. at least April 30, including: Projections from STR Inc. on potential impact • The Florida Suncoast Tiny Home Festival has been rescheduled for to the annual revenue in the St. Petersburg/ Dec. 19-20. Clearwater area were based on how long COVID- Photo by JAMES BORCHUCK 19 remains a threat. If everything returns to The check-in counters at St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport are mostly empty these Redington Beach normal by May, revenue losses were estimated days due to a decline in travel. Allegiant is still operating on a reduced fl ight schedule. Santa’s Angels Havana Nights Charity event has been rescheduled at 35%, and 45%, if the problem persists into for Oct. 10 at Friendship Park. June; 56%, if coronavirus continues through and billions in federal, state and local taxes. Michele Routh, public relations director for July; and 62% if people don’t start booking PIE, said the airport had no plans to furlough Seminole rooms by August. Airports experience declines direct employees; however, some of the airport’s • The city of Seminole and chamber have canceled events until This is bad news for local hoteliers and col- According to Airline Data Inc., the number of tenant businesses had. She had no information further notice. Event sponsors and participants will be notified lections of the Tourist Development tax, aka bed airline seats scheduled to fl y from non-Florida on how many. The airport has frozen four posi- regarding refunds or other promotional possibilities, according to the tax, which pay for VSPC’s operations, as well as domestic or international airports to Florida tions it had been in the process of fi ling. Greater Seminole Area Chamber of Commerce. marketing of elite events, capital projects and airports has decreased signifi cantly. Projections PIE was one of three Pinellas County airports • The April program of the Seminole Historical Society has been beach nourishment. show that domestic seats could be down as recently awarded CARES Act grants from the canceled. The most recent report on the county’s bed much as 60% from April 12-May 11 and inter- U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Avi- tax is from February, and all was well. The coun- national seats as much as 81%. ation Administration to help support operations. ty brought in more than $7.6 million, which St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport is St. Pete Beach “The outbreak of coronavirus is having an City Hall is closed to the public. All programs, fitness classes, was nearly 19% more than the same month last impact the likes of which we’ve never seen in the slated to receive $8.7 million and $30,000 each year. From October-February, collections totaled has been awarded to Clearwater Airpark and Al- childcare activities and events at the St. Pete Beach Community Center, travel industry. Even as a domestic carrier, to Aquatic Center and Public Library have been suspended until further nearly $26 million, 16% more than the same pe- bert Whitted Airport in St. Petersburg. have zero demand across almost every commu- notice. riod last year. The county’s fi scal year runs from nity we serve is truly unsettling,” said Maurice The money can be used for airport capital October-September. J. Gallagher Jr., Allegiant chairman and CEO expenditures, airport operating expenses, in- It will still be another month before bed tax in an April 14 press release. “With the situation cluding payroll and utilities, and airport debt Treasure Island fi gures for March are known. changing daily, we are taking proactive steps to payments, according to a press release. • City Hall is closed to the public. Staff can take phone calls until Oxford Economics, a leading global forecast- ensure operations continue, protect the liveli- PIE has closed its economy parking lots. The 4:30 p.m. The Community Improvement Department can accept ing fi rm, recently released an analysis that said hoods of our team members, and put us in the long-term parking lot is open. Customer transpor- applications and plans via electronic submittal or at the drop-off box the travel industry’s losses would “far exceed best possible position to serve our customers tation to the economy lot will be provided by Unit- at City Hall. Public parks, the Rosselli Park dog park, boat ramps and any other sector.” when demand for travel returns.” ed Taxi with free vouchers provided by the airport. the city marina will remain open. The Community Center, Gulf Beaches “This (coronavirus) is seven times the impact Allegiant is PIE’s primary air carrier and is Information is posted in the baggage claim areas. Public Library, Sunset Beach Pavilion, Gulf Front Park and Rosselli of 9/11,” Oxford’s expert said. still operating on a reduced fl ight schedule. PIE’s Market 361 is open for departing passengers Park restrooms are closed. Beach Pavilion shaded picnic area is closed Oxford’s report covers transportation, lodging, other carriers, Sunwing Airlines Canadian ser- in Gates 2-6 for “grab and go” food, beverages, to gatherings. Public beach access is closed but the Central Beach Trail recreation, amusement, retail and food services. It vice and Sun Country charters to Beau Rivage news and gifts. All other concessions are closed. is open. projects that billions will be lost in revenue from Resort and Casino have suspended operations Customers should contact rental car agencies • Treasure Bay Golf and Tennis and all city playgrounds are closed decreased spending, along with thousands of jobs until future notice. for operating hours. until further notice.

SQUARE, from page 1A partment of Health in Pinellas County has Facilities with cases LARGO, from page 3A Brydon said possible funding agreed to formally work with us to develop sources could be the West Bay release. “Currently, testing has been made more aggressive mitigation strategies,” he On Saturday, Gov. Ron DeSantis allowed the might be too late for some of Drive Community Redevelopment available to all employees at various testing said. Department of Health to release the list of these businesses,” he said. Agency, Community Development locations in our area.” The announcement comes following last long-term care facilities that had or have positive St. Petersburg’s Fighting Block Grants, or revenue from the As of Sunday, there were still 29 tests week’s crisis at the facility, where three cases of COVID-19 in staff and residents from Chance Fund provides $5,000 Community Standards’ foreclo- pending for residents and patients and 93 patients died as a result of coronavirus March 2 through April 21, which include the following grants to locally owned business- sure program. tests pending for employees. and 95 residents were evacuated to local ones in Pinellas: es with as many as 25 employees “We truly don’t know how Mason went on to say that the Depart- hospitals. • Bay Tree Center and $500 to eligible individuals. much funds that we’ll have avail- ment of Health is expected to work closely The deceased patients — a 74-year-old • Belleair Health Care Center “Their program seemed to be a able, so we’ll have to think about with the facility to develop mitigation strat- man on April 11, and two on April 17, a • Consulate Health Care of Safety Harbor little bit less convoluted,” he said. that and be able to work around egies. 66-year-old man and an 84-year-old • Consulate Health Care of St. Petersburg The city of Tarpon Springs it,” she said. “The highly contagious nature of COVID- woman — were residents at Seminole Pa- • Freedom Square Rehabilitation & Nursing Services has taken the same path, offer- Now that staff has a number 19 has proven to be an incredible challenge vilion. • Heron House of Largo ing $1,000 grants to public-facing to shoot for, Brydon said they for health care facilities across the country, In a previous statement, Mason said a • Highland Pines Rehabilitation Center would explore the options and and we are pleased the Florida State De- resident fi rst tested positive on April 9. businesses in the city limits that • Inn at Lake Seminole Square have fewer than 50 employees. Its bring details back to the commis- • Lakeside Oaks Care Center program, however, would not in- sion Tuesday, April 21, which was • ManorCare Health Services Dunedin clude national chains, franchises after this paper’s press time. De- for assistance and guidance in this battle pending on the funding source, ST. MARK, from page 1A • Masonic Home of Florida or nonprofi ts. against Covid-19,” a statement on the facil- Brydon said she thinks staff • Morton Plant Rehabilitation Center Brydon added that Pinellas email said. “As with the Seminole situation, ity’s website said. “The Village has been in could have the program up and • Palm Garden of Clearwater County Economic Development teams will continue to monitor and assist contact with the Governor’s offi ce request- • Palm Garden of Largo running by the end of next week. the facility with PPE and infection control ing a National Guard strike team to test is also in the process of formu- “I think the sooner the better, • Pinellas Point Nursing and Rehab Center lating its own countywide grant practices.” residents and team members who live and • Regal Palms obviously,” Brown said. “A lot of program, but it’s still preliminary. According to the facility’s CEO, Doug work in the skilled nursing facility, and also • Seminole Pavilion Rehabilitation & Nursing Services people that have applied for feder- Fresh, seven residents were expected to be to provide PPE for our caregivers.” • South Heritage Health & Rehabilitation Center al help are still waiting. If they are transported from the 80-bed nursing facili- The nursing facility is among 20 long- • St. Mark Assisted Living Center Finding funding waiting for the county to fi nish up ty on Monday afternoon. term care facilities in Pinellas County that • St. Mark Village Where the city of Largo would their program, it’s going to be a lit- “St. Mark Village proactively reached have or have had patients with the coro- • Tierra Pines Center get as much as $358,000 is still tle while probably. I would like to out to the county and state this weekend navirus. unclear. be the fi rst one to help them out.” Tampa Bay Newspapers, April 23, 2020 5A 6A Tampa Bay Newspapers, April 23, 2020

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PCS, from page 8A a week to comply with guidelines He said the fi nance department from the Centers of Disease Control was looking at all expenditures to “great success stories and forms of and Prevention that recommends try to fi nd ways to save money. innovation.” that people stay home as much as “We’re going to be coming into Divorce: How to Avoid Costly Housing He gave an example of the or- possible. potentially diffi cult fi nancial times,” chestra band instructor at Largo Each Wednesday, families will be he said, adding that it was import- High School fi nding a way to put 56 able to get six days of food for each ant to make sure students and Mistakes When Assets are Divided individuals together to perform one child. Herbic said caregivers should teachers have what they need while Pinellas County -Divorce is rarely easy and questions, but there will almost certainly be symphony. plan ahead to get that much food at staying “fiscally responsible as often means a lot of diffi cult decisions. One of some fi nancial repercussions to your decision “The innovation that’s taking once. Visit https://www.pcsb.org/ much as we can.” the most important decisions is what to do about process. What can you afford? Can you manage place is just unbelievable,” he said. Page/32853 for a list of distribution Grego said preparations also the house. the old house on your new budget? Is refi nancing sites. have begun for different types of summer programs. In the midst of the heavy emotional and possible? Or is it better to sell and buy? How Meal distribution “We’re preparing for anything fi nancial turmoil, what you need most is much house can you buy on your new budget? One of the biggest problems of Financial matters and everything possible,” he said. some non-emotional, straightforward, specifi c To help you know what questions you should closing down schools was continu- Grego said one of the most fre- “But without a doubt, we want to information and answers. Once you know how ask and how to arrive at the right answer for your ing to provide meals for students quent questions from staff is, “Are keep our employees and our stu- a divorce affects your home, your mortgage and specifi c situation, a FREE special report has been in need. we going to get paid?” dents safe.” taxes, critical decisions are easier. Neutral, third prepared by industry experts entitled “Divorce: Clint Herbic, associate superin- Kevin Smith, associate super- Cook praised Grego and his staff party information can help you make logical, What You Need to Know About Your House, tendent for Operational Services, intendent of Finance & Business for the work they’ve done, as well said the district had originally Services, said although most of the rather than emotional, decisions. Your Mortgage and Taxes”. as students and parents and the Probably the fi rst decision is whether you want To hear a brief recorded message about how to opened nine distribution sites. He work being done by his staff is oc- entire community for stepping up said staff had monitored how many curring remotely, payroll services and making digital learning a suc- to continue living in the house. Will the familiar order your FREE copy of this report call toll-free meals had been given out each day are continuing. 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By CHRIS GEORGE “You have a majority Tampa Bay Newspapers of Scientologists CLEARWATER — The four Sci- now on the board. entologist members of the city’s Downtown Development Board If Scientology is didn’t mince words April 16 in the problem, are sharing their views about new Scientologists the Council member Mark Bunker and his bid to join them on the answer? And I body. think the answer Paris Marfopoulos, chairman of should be yes. They the elected seven-member board whose purpose is to promote and should be trying advance downtown revitalization, to work to make a went as far as to call Bunker a “professional bigot” for his an- better situation for ti-Scientology platform and what everyone downtown he said was years of harassment. so they feel City Attorney Pam Akin also pointed out April 13 during the comfortable coming council’s work session that Bun- downtown.” ker is not allowed within 10 feet of members of the church be- — City Councilman cause of a long-term injunction, Mark Bunker which could cause logistical issues. only interest in downtown is to Nevertheless, the City Council further his anti-Scientology agen- said its newest member deserves da and to enable his continuing a chance to prove he can cooper- harassment of Scientologists.” ate, and unanimously voted April Council member Hoyt Hamil- 16 to appoint him to the board ton said this was a “damned if as an ex-officio, or non-voting, we do and damned if we don’t” member. scenario for the council, but he However, he’ll also have a wanted to give Bunker and the chaperone of sorts, as Mayor members of DDB the chance to Frank Hibbard said he would be show that they can work together. sitting right beside him, taking However, he said he would over the role that was previously quickly remove him if he became held by Council member David a distraction. Letters to the Editor Allbritton. Councilors added that “You won an election with 27% they wouldn’t hesitate to remove of the vote,” Hamilton told Bun- General Eisenhower these trying times. I am a retired fi rst responder Laboratory Professionals Week and a good time him if he causes problems. ker. “That means 73% of the peo- and my daughter followed in my footsteps. I to refl ect on the hard work and dedication these “I’m always happy to talk to ple didn’t vote for you. So you do vs. President Trump know what she is dealing with to an extent. They skilled clinicians deliver to our patients every any Scientologist anytime any- not have a mandate to move for- Trump and his sycophants are now trying are the part of society who has no choice but day, every week, every year. While you may not where,” Bunker said. “L. Ron ward with personal agendas by to blame his failure to act faster to combat the face this pandemic head on. always see us, we care deeply about you, your Hubbard himself said commu- any stretch of the imagination.” virus on everyone but Trump! Mark Farling health, and the health of our community. nication is the universal sol- Marfopoulos doubted that such Great men accept the blame for their failures Seminole During this diffi cult time, I can assure you vent. And I don’t believe I’m this cooperation would be possible. and weak men blame others. “Some have suggested we now that across the country, pathologists, laboratory crazed, wild person that they de- The following is the statement that need to be reasonable and (give professionals, and public health experts are pict me as.” Eisenhower was going to release if the Time to turn to God him) a chance that he can par- Is it just me, or does it feel like we’re all working together, with determined dedication, to Bunker said he would like to Normandy invasion failed. start a communication with the ticipate on the board in good “Our landings in the Cherbourg-Havre area living in a Cecil B. DeMille movie of biblical deliver tests to communities in need. We will get faith,” he said. “There’s no evi- proportions? The country, indeed the world, through this — together. church and would not be afraid have failed to gain a satisfactory foothold and to seek out answers about its dence whatsoever that he’s capa- I have withdrawn the troops. My decision to has “gone to hell in a hand-basket.” The villain Dr. Nicole D. Riddle ble of this or has any intention seems to be the COVID-19 virus! Or is it? Tampa plans for downtown. attack at this time and place was based upon In October, the Tampa Bay of doing so. It’s inconceivable to the best information available. The troops, Our best and brightest politicians, scientists, me that knowing these facts, the and medical people can’t agree on much. Let Times reported that people and the air and the Navy did all that bravery and firms linked to the church had City Council would approve such devotion to duty could do. If any blame or fault alone provide the answers and leadership our YOUR VOICE an appointment and place him nation needs. spent more than $100 million to attaches to the attempt it is mine alone.” purchase nearly 100 properties in proximity to myself. The work Can anyone imagine Trump saying this under After many days of “self-quarantine,” I’m We are proud to offer a forum downtown. of the DDB simply could not pro- any circumstances. thinking that we should try something different. ceed in the very disruptive and Now would be a really good time to get down to our readers. Please type letters to the “You have a majority now of Randell Hafner Scientologists now on the board,” antagonistic presence of this in- on our knees and pray to God for forgiveness, editor (or print legibly) and include Seminole he said. “If Scientology is the dividual.” mercy, and guidance to heal ourselves and our your name, town of residence, phone While campaigning, new Coun- country. It certainly can’t hurt. Let’s do this problem, are Scientologists the It’s time to start number and signature and mail to answer? And I think the answer cil member Kathleen Beckman before our plight turns into “Groundhog Day.” said Scientology’s impact on Robert Brand Tampa Bay Newspapers, 9911 Seminole should be yes. They should be opening up economy trying to work to make a better downtown was a big concern for Re: “Don’t let all of our sacrifi ces be for nothing” Hudson Blvd., Seminole, FL 33772. Please do situation for everyone downtown residents, so she thought Bunker (April 16) not use all capital letters. Emails should so they feel comfortable coming might be the right man for the I am currently retired and have to admit Giving love to lab workers include town of residence and telephone downtown.” job, adding he might allay suspi- that I haven’t been as fi nancially affected by Until the COVID-19 outbreak, most people number and be sent to cgeorge@ Joining Marfopoulos, owner of cions if he reports that the board this crisis as most citizens. My inconveniences never gave much thought to laboratory testing. TBNweekly.com. We will not print the the One Stoppe Shoppe on Cleve- is functioning properly. are nothing compared to citizens that have When your doctor says, “we’ll send it to the lab,” land Street, to implore the council “I do think we need to look at lost jobs or businesses. I don’t need to suffer naturally you expect you’ll get timely, accurate letter writer’s phone number. to deny Bunker’s request were the fact that he was elected, it to know that other people are. I cannot even test results. But this year’s pandemic spotlights Here are some guidelines for letters: fellow Scientologists and current was a large part of his platform imagine this happening to my family when that what occurs in the laboratory to deliver and former members of the board and I think people want to see we were starting out and struggling to get those results is quite complex. • Letters are printed on a fi rst-come, Keanan Kintzel, owner of Buz- what he can do to improve down- by. Our government and hospitals are much As a pathologist here in Tampa, I am the fi rst-served basis. They may be edited zazz Business Solutions; real es- town and to improve our relation- better prepared to handle this pandemic than doctor who specializes in laboratory medicine. to correct grammar, spelling and factual tate developers Shahab Emrani ship with the primary landowner when it started. We have to start opening Pathologists lead dedicated teams of highly errors. They also may be edited for and Raymond Cassano; and Stu in downtown,” she said. up our economy to save our businesses and trained medical laboratory professionals that clarity. Sjouwerman, founder and CEO of Hibbard said he had reserva- jobs. There will be loss of life and sickness for deliver your test results. In fact, laboratory tests • Please keep letters to editor to 350 KnowBe4 Inc. tions, but also thinks Bunker de- certain. There will also be loss of life if we don’t inform and impact 70% of the decisions made “This man should not be on the serves a chance to prove he can open up our economy. regarding your care and the care of patients words. Longer letters may be cut due to same committee with us,” Cassano help the city build a better rela- God bless those most affected and all the fi rst nationwide space limitations. said. “There’s four Scientologists tionship with the church. responders who are diligently working during This year, April 19-25 is National Medical on the board. This guy is vehe- “Scientology is here in this mently and strongly anti-Scientol- community,” Hibbard said. “I ogy. He makes no bones about it. think we need to have a better 9911 Seminole Blvd., Seminole, FL 33772 He says that, so if you want a DDB relationship than we’ve had in the meeting where we’re arguing with past. 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Fink, AKA “Dean” passed away on April about waves from speeding boaters partment out there enforcing it,” Madeira Beach waters, you are op- 11, 2020 in St. Petersburg, FL. at the age of to designating most causing damage to their property. Hendricks said. erating at a low speed and creating 94 years. John was born in Lawton, OK on of its waterways “The boats continually fly a low-wake throughout the city,” October 09, 1925 and had lived in Redington through, sometimes only a few feet she said. Shores since 1962. He was a WWII Vet minimum wake zones off our docks, making it impossi- Hurdles to clear If the FWC approves the chang- ble to swim, kayak or any other The new rules aren’t in place es, Hendricks and Commissioner who served from 1945 until his retirement in By CHRIS GEORGE slow activity without being scared yet, though. The amendment to the Helen Price said the next challenge 1965 and saw action in the Pacifi c. John was Tampa Bay Newspapers of being ran over,” resident Jerry marine speed zone ordinance still would be education and enforce- a member of the following organizations: needs to be approved a second time Bridges of John’s Pass Avenue ment. Holiday Isles Elks Lodge, Madeira Beach, the Gulf Beach Lodge, MADEIRA BEACH — City lead- by the commission and then by the wrote in an email that was read to Hendricks said residents used to #291 where he was a Master Mason and had just received his 40 ers have a message to boaters commissioners during their virtual Florida Fish and Wildlife Conser- be able to purchase no-wake zone speeding through Madeira Beach’s meeting. “I actually had my rod vation Commission, which controls signs from the city and post them year pin, Tang Base of the United States Submarine Veterans, waterways: slow down. and reel taken out of my hand by all boating safety regulations on at their docks, and he would like to United States Submarine Veterans, and Tin Can Sailors. John Commissioners reinforced that a boat the other day that came state waterways. offer that again. served Redington Shores as the Chairman of the Board of message April 14 when they unan- through and did not see me fi sh- The city had already passed a “It’s going to be hard for the city Adjustments for many years and seemed to know everyone in resolution urging FWC to slow the imously signed off on an ordinance ing.” to go around and put up pilings town! He is survived by his daughter Darla Newman of Oregon, that would designate most of the Mayor John Hendricks, who is speed outside the main channel on and put up signs, but I bought a waterways within the city as min- a boater, said he agrees with peo- Crystal Island to minimum wake couple of those signs myself and I’d his son Dallas Fink of California, eight grandchildren and ten imum wake zones. The only ex- ple like Bridges who say changes (30 mph). City staff then discussed like to see us offer that to the res- great-grandchildren. He is remembered by his family and many ceptions would be state-regulated must be made to protect proper- the request with FWC offi cials, who idents of Madeira Beach,” he said. friends as a vibrant, upbeat, and happy person who made friends channels at John’s Pass and the ty, residents and wildlife, such as recommended the city streamline wherever he went. We will miss him terribly. Services will be Intracoastal Waterway, and no- manatees. its ordinance, said Community De- Chris George is the executive postponed in the light of current Covid-19 restrictions, but will be wake zones, which would remain “Not only do we need to pass velopment Director Linda Portal. editor of Tampa Bay Newspapers. in place. this, but we need to get all these “It actually makes the ordinance He can be reached at cgeorge@ announced at a later date. We imagine God saying, “You did well The move comes after many res- canals to where they’re no wake, a lot simpler to use and it’s a lot tbnweekly.com. son, I think I’ll put you on steady” Police Beat Deputies arrest Pinellas Park business owner for alleged violation of safer-at-home order PINELLAS PARK — Pinellas County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a CHURCH AND TEMPLE DIRECTORY 36-year-old St. Petersburg man about 6:10 p.m. April 16 for operating a Tell the Public about Your Services • call 727-397-5563 nonessential business in violation of the safer-at-home order. SB Galen Trent Wood, owner of Kitchen Table Games, 9600 66th St. N., Suite E in Pinellas Park, was booked into the county jail on one charge of operating a nonessential business FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST SCIENTIST and one charge of traveling to operate a nonessential Welcome Home business. Bail was set at $500. He was released on 6245 Seminole Blvd., (Alt. 19), Seminole cash bond at 1:33 a.m. April 17. 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Those unable to donate food but still interested ing neighbor effort,” said John Ashby, A2K president. into packs of two, labeled with a sticker from the girls, A communitywide food drive will be held Saturday, in supporting RCS can mail a check to Anona and “And we are excited, too, that Indian Shores has asked and handled with gloves and extreme caution through- April 25. Donation boxes will be placed at the write “RCS FOOD” in the memo line. for our assistance setting up a similar program for out the process. following Indian Rocks Beach restaurants: On March 8, volunteers, staff, and community mem- their community.” A bulk shipment of masks went to condo residents • 18 on the Rocks, 2405 Gulf Blvd. bers from Anona United Methodist Church packed over “The nonprofi ts in IRB have done incredible work in in Belleair, with each doorstep in the Residential Prop- • Guppy’s on the Beach, 1701 Gulf Blvd. 25,000 meals for RCS. our community, offering family events, beautifi cation erty Development and Pelican Place condos receiving • Slyce Pizza Bar, 311 Gulf Blvd. To learn more about Anona United Methodist and preservation programs over the past 20 years,” two masks. • PJs Oyster Bar, 415 Second St. Church, visit www.anona.com/welcome/. To learn said Kennedy. “They have really stepped up to help the The recipients were identifi ed as older and more like- • TJ’s Italian Café, 1515 Gulf Blvd. more about RCS, visit rcspinellas.org. community during this time of crisis, with volunteers ly to be at-risk for the virus. For those who would rather not leave their home, dedicating their skills, time and efforts to support our Masks were also donated to the RPD guard station, volunteers from the Indian Rocks Homeowners Volunteers going strong with community. IRB is a special place with special people. the Pinellas County court system, the Arc of Tampa Association will be picking up donated items Together we are stronger and making a difference.” Bay, local medical offi ces, and local businesses such between 2 and 5 p.m. Items should be left in a bag Indian Rocks Beach programs For more information on the Shop and Drop for as Belleair Market and Belleair Coffee. Several hundred by the mailbox. Pick up will be in IRB only. INDIAN ROCKS BEACH — When Indian Rocks IRB Seniors program, call 727-293-1664 or visit www. masks were also allocated to the Belleair Police Depart- Some needed items include peanut butter, jelly, Beach Mayor Cookie Kennedy saw a need for residents, irbaction2000.com. ment for distribution to residents in-need and to the jam, canned vegetables, canned meat and fi sh, canned she knew who to call. recreation department for inclusion in Belleair’s Com- soup, canned fruit, pasta, pasta sauce, cereal, oatmeal, Kennedy assembled leaders from three local non- munity Outreach Program for grocery delivery. rice, and dry pet food. profi ts: IRB Action 2000 Inc., IRB Homeowners Associ- While the Singers did reach out to local hospitals ation and the Rotary Club. She asked for volunteers to and fi rst responders, those organizations were not in Anona United Methodist Church create a community support initiative. need of this type of mask at the time. The fi rst step was to create a one-page list of re- to host Pop the Trunk event sources. This included local, state and national re- LARGO — In an effort to collect food donations sources for the latest information on COVID-19. The Dunedin Cares Inc. for RCS, Pop the Trunk will take place Saturday, list also included local hotline numbers, grocery and working to feed families May 9, 9 a.m. to noon, at Anona United Methodist pharmaceutical information and local restaurant take- DUNEDIN — Dunedin Cares Inc. in Dunedin contin- Church, 13233 Indian Rocks Road, Largo. out hours. ues to hand out food Thursdays from 10 a.m. to noon Anona United Methodist is asking its congregation The second step was focused on IRB’s most vulnera- at 1630 Pinehurst Drive in Dunedin. and local community members to fi ll their trunks with ble residents — those 60 and older with no family sup- “Typically, we help about 25 to 30 families on any nonperishable, high protein food donations for RCS, a port. An initiative called Shop and Drop for IRB Seniors given weekday,” said Kristina Garcia, who serves as premier community-based agency providing help and was quickly created. A postcard was mailed to all IRB secretary in the organization’s board of directors. “Cur- hope to people in need. Donors can visit the church residents explaining the program. rently, we are in the triple digits. We give away meats, during the event and follow the signs to a drive-in and The Shop and Drop for IRB Seniors program, staffed breads, fruits, milk, cheese, desserts and personal drop-off food donation area. Donors should remain by HOA and A2K volunteers, went live March 31. In products as well — to help keep families in our Pinellas community going.” in their car and “pop the trunk” so that Anona volun- the fi rst week, the program received 16 inquiries. 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And to meet the anticipated increase in summer need when when they learned they could acquire a bulk order of children — who normally receive free or reduced rate surgical masks through their father’s work, the girls lunches in public schools — will be on summer va- formulated a plan. cation. The food pantry needs peanut butter, jelly, The sisters are Kylie Singer, 23, recently graduated canned tuna, canned chicken, oatmeal, cereal, pan- from Florida State University and is now gaining clini- cake mix, maple syrup, mac and cheese and canned cal experience in dermatology before starting physician spaghetti. The food pantry discourages the donation of assistant school; Kendall Singer, 20, is a current ad- bulk containers. vertising major and entrepreneurship minor at Florida The challenge runs through May 15. 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Photo courtesy of GREENWICH ENTERTAINMENT Adina Cohen, Naomi Hample and Judith Lowry of the Argosy Bookstore discuss the business in “The Booksellers.”

If D.W. Young’s new documentary ‘The Booksellers’ was a book, you wouldn’t want to put it down

hen I was a kid, The viewer learns about some bookseller, has killed the hunt. every Friday of Manhattan’s most famous “The Booksellers” acknowledges evening my bookshops, including the Stand these struggles, but maintains an parents would and the Argosy Book Store. Young Reel Time Lee Clark Zumpe optimistic view throughout. That visit Haslam’s goes over key fi gures in the history optimism is best expressed by Book Store — that venerable old of the fi eld, from A.S.W. Rosenbach, W Rebecca Romney. business on Central Avenue in St. who popularized the collecting of Right now, brick-and-mortar Petersburg — and I would wander American literature and who was business since 1989 and deals bookstores in the Tampa Bay area off down the seemingly endless known as “the terror of the auction in general antiquarian stock with are closed due to the COVID-19 aisles and gaze up in wonder at room” at Sotheby’s, to Madeleine specialties in natural history, pandemic. Under the governor’s the towers of dusty tomes stacked B. Stern and Leona Rostenberg, paleontology, decorative arts and executive order and Pinellas to the ceiling. I was certain that who unearthed Louisa May Alcott’s trade catalogs. His devotion to every book ever published must pseudonymous career as A. M. County’s order, all non-essential the trade is evident. It is a trait Photo courtesy of RUTH ECKERD HALL have passed through that building Barnard, a successful writer of businesses are closed. That list of he shares with all the others: an Ruth Eckerd Hall welcomes Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons in at some point. Whether I was sensational romance fi ction. non-essential businesses includes admiration of the power of the March 2021. browsing titles in the children’s But Young’s documentary printed word and of the universe of bookstores. That means that I area, digging through stacks of doesn’t just dwell in the shadow- ideas that can be condensed into can’t visit Haslam’s and walk down ragged comic books or perusing haunted corridors of bookstores and extracted from a book. those familiar aisles of books. I FRANKIE VALLI lurid sci-fi pulp magazine covers, I and the dealer booths at the New But what is the future of books? can’t check to see if the bookstore felt a curious mix of contentment York International Antiquarian According to one of the on Madeira Way survived the CLEARWATER — Pop music icon Frankie Valli and the Four Sea- and exhilaration. Book Fair. He visits individual interviewees, the number of recent road closure during the sons will return next year to Clearwater for two shows at Ruth Eckerd At least, that’s how I remember collectors in their homes and bookstores in New York City went construction of a new condo. I can’t Hall, 1111 McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater. it. apartments and revels in their from 368 in the 1950s down to 79 visit Books at Park Place in its new The performances will take place Thursday and Friday, March 25 Those frequent visits to Haslam’s accumulated treasures. in recent years. home in Gulfport. and 26, at 8 p.m. These shows were rescheduled due to the pandemic. spawned a lifelong love of books “The world is divided between Young’s documentary addresses Tickets purchased for the concerts originally scheduled for Friday and — not just reading books, but That’s OK, though: I have people who collect things and many of the reasons why used Saturday, April 3 and 4, will be honored on the new dates. Tickets collecting them … possessing them shelves full of books that I can read people who don’t know what bookstores are struggling. One is starting at $63.25 are on sale now. Call 727-791-7400 or visit www. … being surrounded by them. And or re-read. That’ll keep me busy … the hell these people are doing the need for instant gratifi cation. rutheckerdhall.com. not just traditional books: I can for a little while. collecting things,” says one Today’s average book buyer The original Jersey boy himself, Frankie Valli is a true American leg- also trace my love of comic books “The Booksellers” opened commentator in the fi rst fi ve generally knows what book they end. His career with the Four Seasons, as well as his solo success, has back to Haslam’s. minutes of the documentary. intend to purchase before they nationwide on April 17 as part of “The Booksellers,” a new Greenwich Entertainment’s virtual spawned countless hit singles, with unforgettable tunes such as “Sher- Unless you understand the approach the bookseller, whether ry,” “Walk Like a Man,” “Rag Doll,” “December ‘63 (Oh What A Night),” documentary by D.W. Young, cinema initiative. Greenwich is impulse, these book collectors may they are shopping online or at a “Can’t Take My Eyes Off Of You” and “Grease.” In 2015, “Big Girls speaks volumes about the evolving seem a bit deranged, but only in brick-and-mortar establishment. partnering with movie theaters world of book collecting. It offers Don’t Cry” was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. Valli’s songs the most charming manner. They aren’t interested in browsing that are currently closed because have been omnipresent in other iconic movies such as “The Deer Hunt- a thorough overview of New York Likewise, choosing antiquarian titles and they aren’t seeking of coronavirus precautions so City’s book world, detailing more er,” “Dirty Dancing,” “Mrs. Doubtfi re,” “Conspiracy Theory” and “The books as a profession may seem an recommendations. And they their customers can still watch Wanderers.” As many as 200 artists have done cover versions of Valli’s than a century of history and unwise course of action to one not defi nitely aren’t the kind of people “The Booksellers” and patrons can providing contrasting opinions “Can’t Take My Eyes Off Of You,” from Nancy Wilson’s jazz treatment to already enamored with the lifestyle. who crawl around on the fl oor, support their local theater during about its future. It features a Lauryn Hill’s hip-hop makeover. During a casual group discussion dig through stacks of books and this diffi cult time. procession of characters in the Valli’s long-lasting career has also led to the overwhelming success near the end of the documentary, are genuinely delighted at fi nding In the Tampa Bay area, viewers of the Broadway musical “Jersey Boys,” which chronicles the incredible form of booksellers and book several of the participating something they aren’t actually collectors, each with their own can watch “The Booksellers” and career of Valli and the Four Seasons and features all of their greatest booksellers have no trouble coming seeking — because they didn’t have part of the proceeds go to hits. The “Jersey Boys” juggernaut has now been seen by more than 26 eccentricities. The commentators up with a list of reasons not to know it existed. Tampa Theater. To do so, visit million people worldwide, won four Tony Awards including Best Musi- include Fran Lebowitz, author go into the business: the scarcity And then there’s the internet. www.booksellersmovie.com, click cal in 2006. It is the 15th-longest running show in Broadway history. and public speaker; Gay Talese, of the product, low demand and “It’s become ruined by the Valli and the Four Seasons have sold more than 175 million re- journalist and bestselling author; the requirements of being both internet,” said one bookseller in on “Watch at Home” and then enter cords worldwide. The band is made up of Robby Robinson, music Adina Cohen, Naomi Hample and a psychologist and salesperson the fi lm. “It’s great for collectors your location and select Tampa director and keyboard player; Landon Beard, singer and dancer; Brian Judith Lowry, the three sisters of to close a deal are among the that the internet exists. They fi nd Theatre. Brigham, singer and dancer; Todd Fournier, singer and dancer; Bran- the Argosy Book Store; Rebecca arguments. books that they spent decades don Brigham, singer and dancer; Craig Pilo, drums; John Menzano, Romney, who is go-to expert on “What else would you rather trying to fi nd unsuccessfully in the Lee Clark Zumpe is entertainment bass; John Schroeder, guitar; Rick Keller, sax, keyboards and percus- “Pawn Stars” and a rare book do?” said Dave Bergman, described past at the touch of a key. But, to editor at Tampa Bay Newspapers sion; and Robbie Angelucci, guitar. They continue to tour throughout dealer at Type Punch Matrix; in the production notes as the be a surviving used bookseller is … and an author of short fi ction the United States and abroad to packed houses receiving nightly stand- Adam Weinberger, another “Pawn “smallest dealer with the biggest almost impossible.” appearing in select anthologies and Stars” regular and an intrepid book ing ovations from thrilled fans of multiple generations. books.” Bergman has been in The internet, says another magazines. hunter; and Nicholas Lowry, an appraiser for “Antiques Roadshow” Great Food Fun & Cocktails and president of Swann Auction Galleries.

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Many states certify, cation and compassion. Vet techs recognized and approved by the cancels rest of season bers of the medical com- register or license vet techs, while can draw blood, place catheters, American Veterinary Medical Asso- munity. While it is easy others do not recognize them at assist in surgery, manage anesthe- ciation. In Canada, a person may ST. PETERSBURG — In accordance with health and government N to think of nurses in the all. This can make it challenging sia, and administer medications. need to have a secondary school guidelines, the Florida Orchestra announced April 20 that it will cancel traditional health care setting — for veterinary technicians, who are Vet techs are not allowed to pre- diploma with prerequisite cours- the rest of its concerts through the end of the season in May to fi ght the administering to adults and chil- highly educated, credentialed and scribe medications, make diagno- es in English, biology, chemistry, spread of the coronavirus in Tampa Bay. dren in need — nursing disciplines skilled, to fi nd consistent work and ses or perform surgeries. and mathematics. He or she should “This decision is not what anybody wanted, but it’s clear this step is extend beyond human health care. earn the recognition they deserve. Vet techs work in private veteri- complete a two-year program in an- necessary for the safety of everyone,” said Mark Cantrell, TFO president Veterinary technicians, who are According to Ginny Nystrom, pres- nary offi ces, animal hospitals, zoos, imal health technology, accredited and CEO. “Make no mistake, TFO is more committed than ever to keep- petitioning to change their title to ident of the Tennessee Veterinary and labs. According to the United by the Canadian Veterinary Medical ing the music and our mission going any way we can. We miss perform- veterinary nurses, care for animals Technicians Association, vet techs States Bureau of Labor Statistics, Association. ing for our community immensely. When the time is right, nothing will in much the same way that nurses “dedicate themselves to assisting the demand for veterinary nurses Vet techs may be required have more power and inspiration than the Florida Orchestra to bring us care for people. animals and society by providing was expected to increase by 52 per- to pass an exam before they can together again.” In 2015, the National Associa- care and service for animals, alle- cent between the years 2010 and work. On-the-job volunteer hours Last week the orchestra launched TFO at Home, a robust online tion of Veterinary Technicians in viating suffering, and promoting 2020. can additionally provide a potential series of every way the orchestra is keeping the music going, all in one America initiated a conversation public health.” Nystrom attests that Vet techs require the right edu- vet tech with invaluable experience online at FloridaOrchestra.org/tfo-at-home. about changing the title of veter- vet techs are to animals what tradi- cational background and creden- and also may be a component of TFO’s Board of Directors previously voted to pay TFO’s musicians and inary technicians to “veterinary tional nurses are to people. tials. Credentials vary depending licensure. staff through the end of the season to keep the orchestra strong. TFO’s nurse” and establishing a national The animal welfare resource Vet- on where a person lives, but gener- Veterinary techs provide care full-time musicians are part of the fabric of this community, and TFO is licensure process similar to that street says that vet techs play a ally speaking a candidate must be to animals much in the same way committed to ensuring that their livelihood withstands this global crisis. used for registered nurses. As of vital role in the well-being of pets. 18 years of age or older. One typi- nurses tend to the human popu- Without ticket revenue, which accounts for about 40 percent of TFO’s 2018, 12 states did not specify Vet techs’ responsibilities vary, and cally enrolls in an accredited veter- lation, showcasing not only their operating budget, the orchestra is relying solely on contributions to sup- duties that veterinary technicians their responsibilities require dedi- inary technology training program intellect but also their compassion. port its mission. Ticketholders can provide immediate relief by donating the value of their unused tickets back to the orchestra at FloridaOrches- tra.org/donate-your-tickets. Contributions of any amount can be made at FloridaOrchestra.org/donate. Coronavirus concerns have forced the cancellation of concerts since Pets of the Week March 20. The following concerts are canceled, most at TFO’s main venues: Straz Center in Tampa, Mahaffey Theater in St. Petersburg and Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater: Anny Stella April 22-23: Once Upon a Concert Coffee concert Anny is thought to Ready for fun April 24: Livin’ Thing: The Music of The Electric Light Orchestra Rock be a doxie wire hair in the sun with concert April 25-26: Prohibition Raymond James Pops concert terrier mix. She is just Stella? This pretty, May 1-3: Beethoven’s Fifth: Darkness to Light Masterworks concert 7 years young and young, medium- May 3: Woodson Chamber Series: Cello and Piano Duo a giant 12 pounds. size female hound May 7: Made in America Coffee concert Life hasn’t always mix was found in May 9-10: Free Pops in the Park concerts at Coachman Park in Clear- been kind to Anny, Georgia as a stray. water and Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park in Tampa but she is looking for She is learning May 13: Free Happy Hour Concert at Armature Works better tomorrows. leash manners May 14: From Russia with Love Coffee concert She is current on but also needs May 15-16: Superhero Soundtracks Pops concert her shots, spayed, to be able to run May 22-24: Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 4 Masterworks concert had a dental exam in a fenced-in May 30-31: Play Me a Story Family Concerts with extractions and backyard. She is Because the coronavirus crisis has forced the cancellation of more is on heartworm very sweet but concerts than anticipated, the Florida Orchestra is updating its policy prevention. Anny is with her shyness for unused tickets. having a great time will need a patient It is the Florida Orchestra’s hope that patrons will consider donat- exploring her new adopter who can ing their unused tickets back to TFO to aid in ongoing operations. To foster home. She has give her time and ensure that patrons’ unused tickets are allocated properly, they will a positive reaction love. She is spayed, microchipped, and up to date on vaccines and need to fi ll out and submit a form online at fl oridaorchestra.org/do to human males and preventatives. To learn more about adopting Stella, visit her Fluff nate-your-tickets to indicate their preference. All ticketholders are asked has an easy, take it or leave it attitude about other dogs. To fi ll out an Animal Rescue page online at www.fl uffanimalrescue.org/stella-s- to submit the form, even if they have contacted the TFO Ticket Center application, visit www.viprescue.org. page-f. previously. The deadline is June 1. If no action is taken, the value of the tickets will revert back to TFO in the form of a tax-deductible donation. For assistance and questions, patrons should email the Ticket Cen- ter at ticketcenter@fl oridaorchestra.org. Those who purchased tickets through the venue should contact their sales center directly. For more Eli Mandy information, visit FloridaOrchestra.org. Eli is a handsome dog Looking for a kitty that who was found as a loves to talk? Mandy stray. He is 5 years old can carry on quite a and his adoption price conversation. She adores No Time Like the Present is $85. The Humane humans and rubs against PRE-NEED CREMATION PLAN Society of Pinellas is still visitors for attention. (all inclusive) learning about Eli. For This tortoiseshell girl information, visit www. has a strong personality $ $ humanesocietyofpinellas. and will be best suited 99 down • 50 per month org. Email Adoptions@ as the only feline in her HumanePinellas.org to household. She has been 0% interest meet Eli. completely vetted and Limited Time Offer microchipped. Meet Mandy at Save Our 727 418-1003 Strays’ Cat Haven in Pinellas Park where, as 042320 PRE-NEED Specialist their mascot, she roams freely. 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Dog open for those wanting to adopt a homeless animal during this pandemic. kennels at the county’s animal shelter were completely empty as of April The interest in fostering and adopting a pet is stronger than before, with 13. lines forming outside the shelter on some days. Just this past week, over Vaccines FREE “For the fi rst time in years at Pinellas County Animal Services, our dog For new patients with this ad and rest of annual. 150 animals found their forever homes across the Tampa Bay area. adoption program is completely adopted out,” said Doug Brightwell, Ani- Expires May 30, 2020 Normally hosting free public programs, the Humane Society of Tampa mal Services director. “That’s thanks to the community and the hard work Bay has turned to social media — namely through its Facebook page — as of our volunteers and our staff.” Call For Details part of its community outreach efforts. These efforts include: Scores of citizens have stepped up to adopt a new furry friend to keep • Monday morning dog trainer sessions — Monday mornings, a dog 727-596-9156 them company as the county and state remain under a safer-at-home trainer does a Facebook Live with several dogs, giving people tips on how order. Pet adoption services are considered an essential business under Gov. Ron DeSantis’ executive order. to train a dog. As more dogs come into the shelter in the coming days, Brightwell • Critter Camp — The camp, which teaches kids how to take care of an- encourages more residents to consider adoptions. 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