FSB Lawsuit Heads to Court Tuesday the Abuse Alleged at Florida and Okeechobee in the 1940S, ’50S and ’60S

Vol. 101 No. 23 Sunday, February 21, 2010 75¢ Plus tax FSB lawsuit heads to court Tuesday The Abuse alleged at Florida and Okeechobee in the 1940s, ’50s and ’60s. School for Boys during Defendants in the case include YMS hosts cowboy 1940s, ’50s and ’60s the state’s Department of Agricul- Literacy Week ture, Department of Children and By Eric Kopp Family Services, Department of way Juvenile Justice and the Depart- ... Page 8 Okeechobee News ment of Corrections. Also named ... see Attorneys representing over as defendants are Troy Tidwell and 400 men in a class action lawsuit Robert E. Curry, two men who are Index page 9 against the state will head to court accused of beating and molesting in Leon County Tuesday, Feb. 23, to Classiﬁ eds ...... 14-15 boys in the Marianna school. learn the fate of that action. Mr. Tidwell, who is now over 80 Community Events ...... 6 The men all claim to be vic- Crossword ...... 15 years of age, lives in Marianna. It’s tims of sadistic beatings and sex- not known if Mr. Curry is still alive. Obituaries ...... 6 ual abuse at the state-run Florida Opinion ...... 4 School for Boys in both Marianna See FSB — Page 2 Speak Out ...... 4 Sports ...... 9,13,16 Weather ...... 4 Lake Levels 13.50 feet Last Year: 13.04 feet 6SRQVRUHG%\

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that point. If it’s dismissed at trial level the FSB chance of it being reversed is slim to none,” he said. Continued From Page 1 Another point that worries Mr. Hoag is the age of his clients. The state already won one legal battle “A claims bill could take several years,” when it was granted a change of venue on he said. “We’ve already lost one of them (a Dec. 11, 2009, which moved the case from client recently died). So, what about their Pinellas to Leon County. survivors? A lot of emotional baggage these Greg Hoag, a St. Petersburg attorney who men have carried has been subjected onto is one of the lawyers representing the men, their wives and children. Unfortunately, their said in a phone interview that Tuesday’s claims die with them. So, we’re trying to ex- hearing will deal with motions made by the pedite things. state to dismiss the suit. It’s not known if the “If we proceed with the claims bill, we’ll Second Judicial Circuit Court will issue a rul- bring that to the attention of the legislature,” ing then or at a later date. he added. While Mr. Hoag feels successful argu- Mr. Hoag said from its inception this case ments against those motions to dismiss— “has been something we’ve never really which include statute of limitations and dealt with before” because it not only has a immunity—can be presented, there is one legal aspect but a political aspect, as well. case on the books that will go against his “If it gets dismissed next week it will be clients. That case is known as Bradsheers vs. on a legal technicality and not the merits of Florida Department of Highway Safety and the case. It will have nothing to do with the Motor Vehicles. fact that these men were physically or sexu- “Bradsheers is unfavorable to our posi- ally abused,” he said. tion,” he said. “The basic premise is that you Mr. Hoag said the case will be argued can’t recover monetary damages for damag- Tuesday by Tampa attorney Raymond T. El- es to constitutional rights. That goes against ligett. what we’re trying to accomplish. In our situ- ation there are no other means of relief, be- In her bill, Sen. Joyner asks that money cause the men are no longer in school.” be appropriated from the state’s general Another factor that has Mr. Hoag and his revenue fund to the Department of Juvenile fellow attorneys concerned is what to do if Justice for the victims who were abused at their case is dismissed and how that dismiss- the two schools. While no dollar amount al will affect a claims bill fi led by State Sena- was mentioned, the bill did specify that fees tor Arthenia Joyner (D-Tampa) on July 31, for attorneys and lobbyists be limited to 25 2009. Senate Bill 48 (SB-48) basically states percent of the awarded amount. that the men who were victims of abuse, tor- While in these schools, boys between the ture and sodomy should be compensated by ages of 8 and 16 were beaten with leather the state. straps, sodomized and sometimes killed. However, explained Mr. Hoag, the claims At the Okeechobee school, located on bill has been held in abeyance because it U.S. 441 N., the suit claims white boys were failed to meet a state senate rule that says all taken to a room called “the library” while judicial remedies must be exhausted before black boys were taken to the “adjustment a claims bill is fi led. room.” In Marianna, the boys were all taken “It’s always a measure of last resort,” he to a small white concrete block building said. “The question we now have is, if all dubbed “The White House.” claims are dismissed next week does that When “taken down”—a term boys mean we then need to appeal the judge’s used that referred to their being taken to order for dismissal and how far do we go? The White House—boys were told to lay Or, does that mean we just proceed with the on an iron bed covered with a 1-inch thick claims bill? It’s an interesting issue.” cotton mattress. A similar bed was used in Mr. Hoag said if the case is dismissed Okeechobee. Tuesday, his team will have 10 days to ap- The boys were then told to bite into a peal. So, he continued, what if they miss that pillow, hold onto an iron railing at the head 10-day window? Would the claims bill then of the bed and told not to yell or scream or be denied because they hadn’t exhausted all their beating with a large leather strap would of their legal remedies? continue. In some cases, other boys were He said no one has been able to answer brought into the room to hold a boy down. that question. Often times, the boys were beaten to the “If we don’t have an answer next week, point that their clothes became embedded I think we need to go ahead and appeal it at into their fl esh. and vendors for that process. When opera- tional, the plant will require 15 to 20 employ- PLANT ees. Continued From Page 1 The one-step fermentation process used by LS9 produces UltraClean Diesel that re- step for LS9.” duces carbon emissions by 85 percent. Other Mr. Ballesteros was in town recently con- fermentation processes to produce fuel from ferring with Brian Cartland of the Business feedstocks require more than one step. Thus Development Board of Okeechobee and the LS9 process is simpler and cheaper. Ul- John Gurney of Worforce Solutions on plans traClean Diesel meets or exceeds American for the new industry. Society for Testing and Materials standards Mr. Ballesteros said Okeechobee was for on-road use in the United States. chosen because of the sugar cane grown The company is currently producing sig- around here and the available labor force. nifi cant amounts of UltraClean Diesel at a pi- Also the leased facility already has fermen- lot plant in California. The Okeechobee facil- tation tanks that can be easily retrofi tted to ity will be the fi nal development step before LS9 specifi cations. The retrofi t process will moving to full-scale commercial production. require 30 to 50 workers. Mr. Ballesteros said It will also allow LS9 to experiment with us- LS9 is committed to using local contractors ing other feedstocks to produce fuel. February 21, 2010 Okeechobee News 3

The New Alleged burglar held on $100,000 bond Assisted Living By Eric Kopp let. When he and his friend entered the home 24 Hour Care by Blue Heron Okeechobee News they reportedly saw Murphy An Okeechobee man has been arrested with two plastic bags in his Susan Stegkemper, Golf Club and accused of committing a brazen daylight hands. When the two men Registered Nurse Weekdays $20 burglary after he was reportedly seen in the confronted the shirtless Mur- Weekends $25 It’s home. Michael Alton Murphy, 21, Okeecho- phy he dropped the bags and • Reasonable Rates Before 8 am More Fun bee, was arrested Feb. 16 on a felony charge ran out a back door, stated After 2 pm of burglary of an occupied dwelling. He was the report. As Murphy ran • TLC in Very Nice Here! booked into the Okeechobee County Jail un- away with his back exposed, Family Home $5 OFF Replay $10 der a bond of $100,000. According to a report Michael A. the victim reportedly told the Murphy • 1 Opening NOW by Deputy Mark Shireman, of the Okeechobee deputy that he saw a black for Patient/Resident Home of the Fishing/GolfTournament County Sheriff’s Offi ce (OCSO), Murphy alleg- handgun tucked into the waistband of the in- • References & Wednesday RV Park Battle edly entered the victim’s home and stole $750 truder’s pants. Although deputies searched for Furnished in cash. That money, said the report, was the the alleged perpetrator of the Feb. 3 burglary th victim’s rent money. they were unable to fi nd him. Deputy Shire- 1925 SE 9 Ave. Okeechobee Deputy Shireman said the victim and a man obtained an arrest warrant and Murphy 863-763-2334 friend had left the home but returned after was located and placed under arrest Tuesday 863-467-1651 the victim realized he had forgotten his wal- by OCSO Deputy Matthew Crawford. Detective: woman got pills from dentists OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC By Eric Kopp tors. The detective said she would see a den- The Tobacco-Free Initiative Okeechobee News tist every couple of days. of Okeechobee “She saw 36 different doctors and used An Okeechobee woman has been ar- 11 different pharmacies from Oct. 8, 2008, rested and charged with seeing as many as Will hold its monthly meeting to discuss and work on issues relating to to Nov. 9, 2009. Twenty-three of those doc- 36 different doctors to get pain pills, said a tobacco prevention and education in the community local detective. Cassie Claire Bell, 25, S.R. 78 tors were emergency room doctors -- both W., was arrested Friday, Feb. 12, and charged locally and across the state,” the detective Wednesday, February 24, March 31, April 28, May 26, with six counts of obtain- said. “She received a total of 1,166 schedule June 23, 2010 ing or attempting to obtain II and schedule III pain pills from all over the a controlled substance by state of Florida.” According to the detective, Hampton Inn Conference Room fraud. She was booked into four of the six counts fi led against Bell came 1200 NE Park Street (next to the Post Office) the Okeechobee County Jail from her going to local dentists and doctors. She was getting percocet, vicodin and lortab, 4:00pm - 5:00pm under a bond of $30,000. To confirm attendance, please call 863-462-5781 Bell, said a detective with added the detective. He said this investigation the Okeechobee Narcotics Cassie C. took about three months to complete. He Building the foundation for a healthy future for the residents of Okeechobee County Task Force, primarily got her Bell said visiting dentists to obtain pain killers is pills from dentists and emergency room doc- not all that unusual. “It’s not uncommon. I’ve had a couple do that,” said the investigator. Your Hometown Hospice of Okeechobee, Inc. Okeechobee’s Most Wanted 100 Target Fun Shoot 2010

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The munity name and your local or state look at us now! fi rst African-American President, The New doctors here don’t want to deal with you, Public Forum. There, you can create Orleans Saints are Super Bowl Champs, especially if you have no insurance. The Yes! Another February is here and that new topics or comment on existing means celebrations of Black History Month dreams are to still come true in America. topics. What follows is a sampling of pain clinics just want your money and don’t really care about your pain. They charge ex- are sprinkled everywhere in America, pro- Sunday Morning Church Services are still some of the discussions currently tak- foundly at Colored, Negro, African-Ameri- the most segregated day in America. Envi- ing place. Thanks for participating! orbitant amounts of money for the visit and then make you buy the medications you can, Black churches. Alright, Just look at us sion in the southern churches we still pray, need from them, instead of going to the drug now! We are Colored, Negro, African-Amer- sing and shout treating the Colored, Negro, Festivals and fairs store where they are cheaper. So where do ican, Blacks who should always make time African-American, Blacks right is what I am • I have been reading about the parade you go? What is the answer? They scare the to praise God. Advanced from slavery time, talking about. Go far in this journey called and festival being a failure from no support. hell out of real doctors and close pain clin- to Showtime and some ended up making LIFE! Hey....Just Look at Us Now! We have had three bad experiences in the ics. If they had chronic pain themselves they Brenda Scott past with the parades. First. They stopped time, ok! Helped build and socialized Ameri- would help those who need it. Also it doesn’t Poet, Playwright and Author having Shriners with their little cars and mo- ca; recognized laughter to be a friend amidst help that there are persons out there who our tears. Never stop talking about everyday Former Track Coach/Teacher/Col- tor cycles. Second. We wanted to get hot lege Adjunct dogs and cokes while waiting for the parade. ruin it for real people who have chronic pain events people, places, things! by selling them illegally but then again where Introduced fashion trends/hairstyles to Security Guard, Substitute Teacher/ The food stand was in Park #3. We bought Volunteer the hot dogs and the man said he didn’t does a person go who needs pain medica- the world. Enjoy celebrating Christmas, Eas- have any soft drinks because the Chamber tion? It is a big circle but the state need to ter, Fourth of July, cook-outs and family re- of Commerce was the only place to buy soft address the problem of how to help those in unions and our holidays. Okeechobee Forecast need and arrest those who abuse. drinks. They were set up in #2 park. Third. Dr. King had a dream. Do Colored, Ne- Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 76. We were standing a block from the stop light Slow drivers gro, African-American, Blacks know what North northeast wind 5 to 10 mph becoming on Route 70 watching the Cracker Cowboys Dear Northern friends, I hope you’re en- that dream meant? A key towards a door of east southeast. when the police stopped them in front of us joying your visit. But remember you are just success, a better chance in life, a will, a way, Tonight: A 20 percent chance of showers. and escorted them from the parade. When I that a “visitor.” We the permanent residents somehow, some day, rise up my people Mostly cloudy, with a low around 54. Southeast asked why they made them leave the parade of the area are not on vacation. We have jobs don’t give up, stand up and give hope, spread wind around 5 mph. they told me to keep anyone from getting and responsibilities and nothing hinders traf- love, not hate and despair. In other words, hurt. We had moved here from the north and fi c more than going under the speed limit. Extended Forecast I had never heard of a Cracker Cowboy or I am not asking anyone to speed, I just im- Monday: A 40 percent chance of showers seen one. They were a very interesting group plore you to do the speed limit, especially on of men, with a lot of history behind them as and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high 78 West! Freedom Outreach I found out later. After all of this, we have near 76. South southeast wind between 5 and 10 mph. never come up town for another parade. Volunteer boards Fishing Tournaments Monday Night: A slight chance of show- • I was so disappointed that we could not • I believe anyone who steps up to be in ers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 55. South- fi nd Seminole pumpkin bread at the Speck- the public limelight or hold a public offi ce as The next Freedom Outreach Fishing west wind between 5 and 10 mph. Chance of led Perch Festival this year. We looked in all an elected or appointed offi cial or as a volun- precipitation is 20%. three parks but did not see any vendors who Tournament series III will be held on the teer needs to have a tough exterior and the following dates: Feb. 28, March 28, April Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near had it. I can only guess there was another fes- ability to be smacked verbally and keep on 25, May 30, June 27, July 25 and Aug. 29 77. West northwest wind between 5 and 10 tival somewhere that the Seminoles thought smiling. mph. would draw a bigger crowd. with an $80 entry fee. The $80 cash en- Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low • I think the Legion should have kept their Too fat to fl y try fee for each tournament in the series around 54. North northwest wind around 5 free fair one week. For the fi rst 40 plus years • I saw on TV this morning where a man includes the Big Fish Pot and the Classic mph. it was one week and that worked great. In Wednesday: A 30 percent chance of show- 2005 they decided to make it longer and have was kicked off an airplane because they said Fund, with a 70 percent payback. The fi - he was too fat to fl y. The airplane seats in nal event, the Classic, will be held Sept. ers. Partly cloudy, with a high near 74. North- two weekends. I think that makes people just east wind 5 to 10 mph becoming southeast. put off going, thinking they will go the sec- the economy class are 17 inches wide and if 26. To qualify for the classic, you must ond weekend, and then when the weather you can’t fi t in there with the armrests down, have fi shed at least four prior events from turns bad they don’t go at all. I also think they then they make you pay for a second seat. Is Lotteries 17 inches a fair size? Seems to me the airlines February to August. The classic will be a did better when they used to hand out the one-day event with a $120 cash entry fee. discount coupons for the rides at the local are trying to cram people in like sardines. Florida Lottery — Here are the num- businesses. • I am a small person, but how many All tournaments are held at Scott Driver bers selected Thursday in the Florida Lot- • I had no idea the Free Fair was in town. in my family would fi t those guidelines? Me park from safe light until 2 p.m. with Tay- tery: Cash 3: 4-7-2; Play 4: 3-3-0-6; Fanta- I live out in the county and many weeks, I and only me, and I am thinking, how many lor Creek as the alternate in case of low sy 5: 4-16-19-20-33; Mega Money: 2-3-8-23 don’t have a reason to go through town. friends ... maybe 5 out of 100? water. Please register early. To get an en- MB 11; Florida Lotto: 23-34-42-44-47-53 X They should have advertised more. 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February 21, 2010 Okeechobee News 5 Refl ections from the pulpit Love notes for the Church charity, a church with high emphasis on humble, serving, loyal, faithful, peaceful, and Ah, but in the mind of Christ! Supernatu- spiritual gifts and sensual worship—and rife self-giving. Such is the gift of the Spirit. This ral peace, salvifi c productivity, sanctifying with confl ict as a result. So they were mired is the mind of Christ. Here there is love and charity! It is categorically impossible to be in Rev. Loy Mershimer in ego games, religious toxicity, false spiri- concord—perfect charity and perfect unity. the mind of Christ and have confl ict. For in Pastor, Okeechobee Presbyterian church tuality in the name of Christ… lacking true Jesus prayed, “Father, may they be one, even the mind of Christ, we are one, even as He is “Love is patient, love is kind. It does not love. as we are one…” One in truth, one in char- One. Alleluia! When we experience love like envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is Think of this for a moment: have you ity, one in love! this, when we participate in it, we are home: not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily ever known someone to leave the church Imagine for a moment a circle of light, home away from heavenly Home. We are angered, it keeps no record of wrongs...” 1 over confl ict, ego games, or self-expression shining from the cross of Christ—there, in safe. We are protected. We are at peace— Cor. 13:4ff issues? Sadly, most of us know someone the center, this circle of light: the mind of and the kingdom comes. We often hear these incredible words at burned by “toxic faith.” Christ. When we are plugged in to this mind “He that loves not knows not God for God weddings, and rightfully so. For it is an in- The church was never meant to be that of Christ, there is unity, there is humility, is love,” said John. And this love is one. credible expression of love. Yet this was not way. It is intended for love—divine love. there is service—even in church of very dif- Love is patient, love is kind. It does not written for a wedding—it was written to a In God’s pattern, love fl ows as humble ferent people there is perfection of charity, envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is church. servanthood. “Let this mind be in you which perfection of unity in this mind of Christ. not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily This beautiful passage of love is intended was also in Christ Jesus: who, being very na- However, when individuals unplug from the angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love as the pattern for the church. And it was ture God, did not consider equality with God mind of Christ, confl ict is the inevitable re- does not delight in evil but rejoices with the written to a people in confl ict! The context something to be grasped, but made himself sult. Personal ego or agenda becomes most truth. It always protects, always trusts, al- is a very troubled Corinthian church smit- nothing, taking the very nature of a servant” important; our own perspective becomes ways hopes, always perseveres. Love never ten with ego and self-expression, a church [Philippians 2:5]. the standard: Spiritual war, fractured church, fails. that claimed to be spiritual but lacked divine That is what the kingdom looks like: lack of peace. Welcome to love, welcome home! Community Calendar Tourney benefi ts Kids’ Day Taylor Creek Bass Club is pleased to Sunday Tuesday Grief and Loss Support Group meets sponsor their Eighth annual “Kid’s Day” every Tuesday at 10 a.m. at the Hospice benefi t bass tournament. The tourna- A.A. meeting from 7:30 until 8:30 p.m. at Okeechobee Shrine Club will hold a Building located at 411 S.E. Fourth St. in ment will launch from Okee-Tantie park the Church of Our Saviour, 200 N.W. Third Spaghetti Dinner every Tuesday night with Okeechobee. Everyone is welcome. For in- ramp at safe light on Saturday, Feb. 27. St. It will be an open step meeting. serving to begin at 4 until 7 p.m. for a do- formation, contact Enid Boutrin at 863-467- Weigh-in will be at 3 p.m. Entry forms A.A. open 12 step meeting from 7:30 un- nation of $5. Music will be from 5 until 8 2321. are available at several local tackle shops, p.m. The Shrine Club is located at 1855 S.W. til 8:30 p.m. at the Church of Our Savior, 200 Family History Center meets from 1 businesses and restaurants, or by contact- 53rd St. (Hwy 78 W.). For more information, N.W. Third St. until 5 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of ing Bill Seitz at 863-763-2926. The two- please call 863-763-3378. Latter Day Saints, 310 S.W. Sixth St. Anyone man team entry fee of $110, including Monday Community Gospel Sing will be held interested in fi nding who your ancestors are fi rst and second “Big Fish,” can be paid every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Seventh Day is welcome to attend. For information, call in cash at the ramp on the morning of the A.A. Grapevine open meetings will be Christian Church, next door to Douglas Chi- The Family History Center at 863-763-6510 tournament. held at 6:30 p.m. every Monday at Okeecho- ropractic and Fitness Center. The pubic is or Richard Smith at 863-261-5706 for special bee Presbyterian Church, 312 N. Parrot Ave. invited to participate. appointments. ACCIDENT LAW OFFICES OF Foster Parent Orientation will be GALs need volunteers Widows and Widowers support group hosted by the Hibiscus Children’s Center The Guardian ad Litem Program has vol- meets at Tuesdays at 7:30 a.m. for break- on the last Monday of every month from 6 unteer opportunities for caring persons to fast at the Clock Restaurant, 1111 S. Parrott until 7 p.m. The orientation is for those inter- advocate for neglected, abused and aban- Ave., for breakfast. For information, Darlene doned children. Volunteers meet on the last ested in fostering or adopting in Okeecho- Phanco, 863-467-5351, leave message. Tuesday of the month at 0 a.m. at Gizmo’s bee County. This meeting requires no RSVP The Gathering Church Overcomers and is a question/answer forum. It will be at on Hwy. 441 in the Publix Plaza. Civil Air Patrol set to meet Group meets at 7:30 p.m. in the fellowship Accident Victims... the IRCC Okeechobee Campus, 2229 N.W. hall, 1735 S.W. 24th Ave. This is a men’s only Ninth Ave. For information, call the Foster The Civil Air Patrol meets each Tues- day evening at the Okeechobee Airport T- meeting. For information, call Earl at 863- Care Program at 1-800-403-9311. 763-0139. Call Us First! Artful Appliquers is a recently formed Hanger #1, meetings start at 7:30 p.m. For information please call Capt. Joe Papasso Bible study at the Living Word of Faith chapter in Okeechobee. This chapter meets 561-252-0916 or Lt. Greg Gernat 863-697- Church, 1902 S. Parrott Ave., at 7 p.m. Infor- at the Turtle Cove Clubhouse, 10 Linda Road, 9915 The Lighthouse Refuge Support Group mal and informative discussions bring many • Tractor Trailer Crashes Okeechobee on Mondays from 10 a.m. until is for women who are hurting, homeless Bible truths to life. Everyone is invited. 3 p.m. Turn left at the Moose Lodge and go or been abused. They meet on the fi rst and Compulsive overeaters are invited to a • Auto Crashes around the curve just past the church. Bring third Tuesday of every month at First Bap- weekly meeting. Overeaters Anonymous a lunch and join us for a fun day of applique. tist Church, 401 S.W. Fourth St., and on the (OA) meets at the Okeechobee Presbyterian • Motorcycle Crashes Everyone is welcome. For more information second and fourth Tuesday of every month Church, 312 N. Parrott Avenue on Tuesdays, please contact Chapter leader Karen Graves from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. at the Red Cross, 6 until 7 p.m. (Use 4th Street entrance.) • Wrongful Death at 863-763-6952. 323 N. Parrott Ave. For more information Overeaters Annonymous is not a diet club. A.A. meeting will be held from noon to call Donna Dean at 863-801-9201 or 863- The only requirement for membership is a 1 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 357-4447. desire to stop eating compulsively. For more 200 N.W. Second St. This will be an open Rotary Club of Okeechobee meets information call Loretta at 863-763-7165 or FREE Consultation 863-697-0206. meeting. each Tuesday at noon at Golden Corral Res- Se Habla Español A.A. meeting will be held from noon to VFW #10539 Ladies Auxiliary lunch taurant, 700 S. Parrott Ave. The meetings are open to the public. For information, contact 1 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, and bingo will start at noon at the Post, 3912 Maureen Budjinski at 863-484-0110. 200 N.W. Second St. This will be an open U.S. 441 S.E. Auxiliary members and their Phones answered Al-Ateen - meeting will be held at the meeting. guests are invited. Please R.S.V.P. to 863-763- Church of Our Saviour, 200 N.W. Third St., Haven of Rest Church, 2947 S.W. Third 24 Hours, 7 days-a-week! 2308. at 8 p.m. For more information, please call Terr., holds meetings for persons with alco- Okeechobee Senior Singers meet at Amy at 863-763-8531 or Dan 561-662-2799. hol and drug related problems at 6 p.m. For 114 N. Parrott Avenue 9:30 a.m. at the Okeechobee Presbyterian Al-Anon meeting will be held at the New Beginnings Narcotics Anony- Church, 312 North Parrott Ave. Everyone Church of Our Savior, 200 N.W. Third St., at mous meets at The Gathering Church, 735 Okeechobee, FL 34972 who enjoys singing is invited. For informa- 8 p.m. SW 24th Ave, at 7 p.m. in the youth build- tion or to schedule an appearance for your A.A. Closed discussion meeting from 8 ing behind the church. For information, call 467-7100 organization or group, contact Marge Skin- until 9 p.m. at the Church of Our Savior, 200 Monika at 801-3244 or Rocy at 610-0975. in- ner at 863-532-0449. N.W. Third St. formation call 863-357-3053. www.crashinjuries.com 6 Okeechobee News February 21, 2010 Obituaries Community Events Obituaries should be submitted to Robert D. Albritton Jr., 82 Elizabeth L. Underhill, 82 the Okeechobee News by e-mailing WEST PALM BEACH — Robert D. Albritton Jr., Dine with the Doctor program OKEECHOBEE — Elizabeth L. Underhill, [email protected]. Customers may also died Thursday, February 18, 2010, in Atlantis. He Raulerson Hospital continues the popu- passed away Thursday, February 18, 2010, in request photos and links to online guest was 82. lar “Dine with the Doctor” on Feb. 23, in Okeechobee. She was 82. books. A link to the obituaries is available at He was born in Punta Gorda, and lived in Fort the North Dining Room of Raulerson Hospi- She was born February 1, 1928 in Okeecho- www.newszap.com. Pierce for 28 years. tal. Dine with the Doctor is a medical lecture bee, to Rev. Van and He lived in Okeecho- series held on the last Tuesday of the month. Gertrude Lightsey. bee for 15 years be- Dinner service begins at 5:00 pm followed She was a home- Thurlo Baker Smith, 74 OKEECHOBEE — Thurlo Baker Smith, passed fore moving to West by the presentation. Our guest speaker will maker of the Baptist Palm Beach for the be Dr. Albert R. Bravo who is board certifi ed faith. She enjoyed away Wednesday, February 17, 2010, in Rauler- last seven years. in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. crafts, sewing, read- son Hospital. He was 74. He was an auto- Dinner tickets are $5, the lecture is FREE. To ing, spending time Born August 14, 1935 in Shingleton, Mich. to Deward and Eva motive mechanic R.S.V.P. or for more information please call with friends and Marnie Lauter at 863-824-2702. family and her re- Smith, he worked 37 and an avid sports cent cruises. years with Buick- fan. General Motors until Mrs. Underhill was He was preceded Rodeo Queen Contest open he retired in 1991. in death by his par- preceded in death He came to Okee- Okeechobee County Cattlewomen’s As- by her husband, Joe ents, Robert and Lu- chobee from Mt. cille Albritton; sister, Maxine Davis; daughter, sociation presents: Miss Rodeo Okeechobee Underhill; her parents, Rev. Van and Gertrude Morris, Mich. in Rodeo Queen Contest. The categories are: Lightsey; brothers, Lloyd and Johnnie; and sis- Lisa Albritton; and grandson, Drew Flynn. 1977. Mr. Smith was He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Vergie Miss Rodeo Okeechobee- Ages (19-24), Miss ter, Joyce. a member of VAW Teen Rodeo Okeechobee- Ages (13-18), She is survived by three daughters, Connie Ab- Albritton of West Palm Beach; his daughters, 599, Masonic Lodge Terry Greeley, Betty Flynn, Kitty Fletcher, Lynn Miss Rodeo Okeechobee Princess (10-12), ney, Carolyn Myers (Leon) and Kim Markham 535 in Michigan, Miss Rodeo Okeechobee Sweetheart (7-9), (Lowry), all of Okeechobee; son, Jody Underhill Favorite and Debra Ebner; his grandchildren, Shriner, and Moose Robert, Roger and Randy Greeley, Van and Deadline & Orientation March 1, at 6 p.m. of West Palm Beach; sister, Barbara Ann Wei- Lodge 2417 in Buck- UF/IFAS Extension Offi ce 452 Hwy 98 North. nard of Stuart; brother, Macky Lightsey of Okee- Sherry Flynn, Sabrina Haake, Alisa Karr, Chele head Ridge. Taylor, Christie Pietrosante-Hubbard, Jimmy Fa- Contest March 4, at 5:30 p.m. Cattlemen’s chobee; 11 grandchildren; and 20 ½ great- Mr. Smith is survived by his wife of 56 years, vorite, Karri Jacobs and Brenden and Ashton Arena Hwy 441 North. Please see contest grandchildren. Gloria J. Smith of Okeechobee; three daughters, Ebner; great-grandchildren, Katie, Stephen and rules for age restrictions, all criteria and Gathering will be 6 p.m. until memorial servic- Janelle (Charles) Gray of Hamilton, Ohio, Terry entry fees & form. Available at: Eli’s West- es at 7 p.m. Monday, February 22, 2010, at First (Tom) Adams of Byron, Mich. and Jolynn Elle- Miya Greeley, Connor and Van A. Flynn, and Jordan Moss, Michael Fletcher, Grayson and ern Wear. For Questions or Electronic Copy Baptist Church, with Pastor Randy Huckabee of- man of Mt. Morris, Mich.; two sons, Thurlo (Pa- Email or Call: Okeechobeecattlewomen@ fi ciating. Fletcher Karr, Teagan and George Haake, Sydnei tricia) Smith and Thomas Smith, both of Mt. ymail.com 863-801-5258 or 863-763-6575. Memorials may be made to the Hamrick Morris, Mich.; 10 grandchildren; nine great- Favorite, Nicholas and Ashlynn Hubbard and Home, P.O. Box 1548, Okeechobee, FL 34973. grandchildren; brother, Deward (Shirley) Smith Royce Hughes; and sisters, Jeanette Russell and All arrangements are entrusted to the loving of Mt. Morris, Mich.; and two sisters, Alta (Earl) Mary Walden. Community Collaborative care of Bass Okeechobee Funeral Home and Wisenbaugh of Okeechobee and Sue (Bob) Friends may call from 9 to 10 a.m. Tuesday, Crematory, 205 N.E. 2nd St., Okeechobee. Huddy of Flint, Mich. February 23, 2010, at Haisley Funeral Home. Council meeting set Friends may sign the guestbook at www.bas- Celebration of life will be 12:30 p.m. until 3 The Funeral Service will follow at 10 a.m., with The Community Collaborative Council of sokeechobeefh.com. p.m. Monday, February 22, 2010, at the Moose Rev. Craig Bridgers offi ciating. Burial will be at the Okeechobee Shared Services Network Lodge 2417 in Buckhead Ridge. Hillcrest Memorial Gardens following the ser- will conduct their monthly meeting on Tues- Memorials may be made to any charity in Mr. vice. day, Feb. 23, at 10 a.m. in the board room Smith’s name. Those unable to attend may sign the guest of the Okeechobee School Board Offi ce. Billie Ray Anderson, 58 All arrangements are entrusted to the loving register at www.haisleyfuneralhome.com. The purpose of the meeting is to allow the OKEECHOBEE — Billie Ray Anderson, passed care of Bass Okeechobee Funeral Home and community to identify issues, collaborate away Monday, February 15, 2010. He was 58. Crematory, 205 N.E. 2nd St., Okeechobee. and share information regarding services for He was born April 20,1951 in Hattiesburg, Friends may sign the guestbook at www.bas- children and their families. Miss. and moved to Okeechobee when he was sokeechobeefh.com. a small child. He was the son of George Ander- son and Louise Holly. Billie made his living EVERLASTING MEMORIALS as a farmer and was a veteran of the U.S. Army AND MONUMENTS, INC. and served in Vietnam. Billie was preceded in death by his partner in Locally owned and operated by Darin & Kathy MacNeill life, Sherre Clark; his brother, Glen Anderson; 24 years in the funeral service industry his father, George Anderson; and his grand- mother. Survivors include mother, Lousie Holly Griffi n Specializing in the Treatment of Skin Cancer of Maggie Valley, N.C.; daughters, Billie Mae Kessler (Eric) of Okeechobee, Patricia Saye Lea- BOARD CERTIFIED BY THE vell (Dany) of Clarksville,Tenn., Linda Marie Al- AMERICAN BOARD OF DERMATOLOGY len (Tiffton) of Okeechobee, Melissa Lynn Specializing in Granite, Bronze, Grave War ffl e (Blaine) of Paris, Tenn., Teresa Gayle Coverings, Resettings, Cleanings & ALL your Memorilization needs. Give us a call Watson (Tommy) of Paris, Tenn., and Jessique FELLOW OF THE & allow us to help you create an AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR MOHS SURGERY Wolfe (JD) of Okeechobee; two stepsons, Everlasting Memorial Chuck Coleman of Okeechobee and Scottie 4001 SEBRING PARKWAY Clark (Christy) of Florida; sisters, Judy Miller of Okeechobee Maggie Valley, N.C. and Linda Ryan of Maggie SEBRING • 863-414-1005 Valley, N.C.; brothers, Tim Anderson (Stepha- 863-467-9555 nie) of Columbis, Miss. and Pat Anderson of Okeechobee; 30 grandchildren; 11 great-grand- Vero Beach children; and 13 nieces and nephews. There will be a celebration of his life 4 p.m. Sign guestbooks at 772-778-7782 February 21, 2010, at the Brahma Bull Restau- http://www.legacy.com rant. We welcome any family and friends that www.tcdermatology.com Jonathan Sanders, M.D., J.D. wish to stop by and celebrate his life with us. February 21, 2010 Okeechobee News 7 Okeechobee Livestock Market Report

February 15 & 16, 2010 Bulls Hfrs 4 26 1000-1500 $63.00 $70.00 Bulls 13 28 Cows 1500-2000 $66.00 $77.00 Yrlngs 21 76 Breaking $59.00 $67.00 Monday Tuesday Total 600 1061 Cutter $53.00 $65.00 Calves 422 537 Canner $43.00 $53.00 Cows 138 379 Med #1 Steers Hfrs Str 2 15 170-200 137-150 0-0 Sales: 200-250 132-142 110-120 250-300 125-139 100-122 Monday at 12 p.m. 300-350 118-131 101-113 350-400 115-129 100-112 Tuesday at 11 a.m. 400-450 109-120 100-112 450-500 103-115 96-114 550-600 100-96 92-106 Okeechobee 600-650 90-105 86-101 Livestock Market Med #2 Steers Hfrs 150-200 U.S. 98 North, Okeechobee 80-115 200-250 110-145 80-107 (863) 763-3127 250-300 110-132 85-113 300-350 107-126 95-104 350-400 107-120 95-101 400-450 103-115 85-94 The Law Office of Small #1 250-300 130-137 108-112 Gerald Lefebvre 300-350 115-126 0-0 “Compare my experience and 350-400 credentials to any other attorney’s” 91-100 450-500 110-112 86-91 Special to the Okeechobee News/Karen Humphrey Prices took a good jump this week, lots of demand. Feeder steers and heifers $5-7 high- Champion judges er, slaughter cows and bulls $3-5 higher. Don’t The “Chobee Cattle Kids” 4-H Livestock Judging Team placed fourth in the know if this will hold out, but it looks good preliminary, State Livestock Judging competition at the Florida State Fair. for the next few weeks. Weather out west is Their team will advance to compete in the State competition which will be a major factor. One Nine topped the market held at the University of Florida, on March 20. Team Members: Marshall with a high of $1.60 bought by Curt Wilson. Johnson, Jessica Humphrey (sixth Place High Individual), Allyson Trimble Lightsey Cattle topped the cow market with a and Joshua Lea. Also pictured are 4-H Club Leaders, Jamie Humphrey and high of $68, bought by Central. Don’t forget, Robbie Johnson. We do preg - ck cows on Mondays. Jeff www.accidentattorneyoffice.com

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During the week of Jan. 25-29, Yearling who had won throughout the week’s Middle School participated in Celebrate Lit- games were invited to a party held in the eracy Week. The purpose of the week was library. Each student was given a baggie to remind students of the importance of to fi ll with trail mix items that went from literacy in everyday life. chocolate and nuts to cereal and banana Throughout the week in the cafeteria chips. Students circulated through the li- a Teachers as Readers Contest was held brary fi lling their bags with their choices. where students had to match their teacher’s picture to his or her favorite book of all time. In addition, each day during SURF (Supervised Uninterrupted Reading Fun) students and teachers alike took part in literacy activities. Beginning on Monday, students had to brainstorm as many book titles as they could in our media center. Mr. Swogger, Mrs. Tedders and Ms. Queen’s SURF classes did an exceptional job and earned class treats. On Tuesday, the students performed a reader’s theater of The Stagecoach wherein a story of the old west was narrated by the teacher and students were chosen to “act” out char- acters such as a screaming woman and a creaky stagecoach. Sound effects were in full force across Yearling’s halls. On Wednesday, Mr. Brewer led the students in a quick write that was inspired by one of his favorite books, “All I Need to Special to the Okeechobee News Know I Learned in Kindergarten.” Thurs- Kevin Coleman acts out a character day’s SURF activity brought shouts of from a story. BINGO as students looked to make a Y on their literacy bingo card. Questions for the BINGO ranged from popular authors in our library to call numbers to fi nd books in our library. The culminating activity took place on Friday with a “Trail Mix” party. Students American Standard Heating & Air Conditioning high-efficiency systems may help you use less energy every month, and reduce your carbon emissions. All without sacrificing comfort. They’re so energy efficient, in fact, that you may be eligible for an energy tax credit of up to $1,500 when your install one. Your local independent American Standard Heating & Air Conditioning dealer can tell you more.

Special to the Okeechobee News Yearling Middle School students enjoyed making their own trail mix during a party in the school library, celebrating their successful completion Jake Albert gets into the spirit of a Cel- of Celebrate Literacy Week. ebrate Literacy Week activity. February 21, 2010 Okeechobee News 9

WEDDING Ropers Gathering continues traditions BRANDI JOINER & By Charles M. Murphy Bailey, who is billed as the man with the KEITH GOODBREAD Okeechobee News fastest whip, Mike Bainten, a world record holder in knife throwing, and Charlie Keys, randi Jane Joiner and Keith Alan Crowds continue to grow larger for the who holds the world record for the largest Goodbread were wed at Peace annual Ropers Gathering held at Gordie rope loop, some 114 feet and fi ve inches. Peer’s ranch in Okeechobee. BLutheran Church on November Michael Jordan, who is a mechanic in The long weekend is actually a reunion 7th, 2009, Pastor John Hirst officiating. Philadelphia, Pa., and west Texas native, The Bride was escorted by the couples for many wild west and cowboy enthusiasts said he has been in awe of the talent at the as the faces get familiar. Many of the visitors roper’s gathering. He son, Caleb Goodbread and given away swear by what they learn, and return time himself won a world in marriage by her mother, Tammie and time again. championship in Lee, of Okeechobee. The groom is There are men who hold records in the tomahawk throws. the son of Joy and Jack Kidwell of Guinness Book of World Records, and even His effort was mea- old Hollywood stars. Okeechobee, and the late George sured at 87 feet. A. Goodbread of Okeechobee. The Mr. Peer himself spent a career in the en- “This event is just tertainment business and loves to organize Matron of honor was Cindy Dimsey, a great time. As long cousin of the bride. Maid of honor was the event each year. He teaches the tricks as we have these peo- he’s learned with ropes, knives, and shares ple here, that want to Juliet Ward, dear friend of the bride. stories about his experiences. carry on the tradition, The bridesmaids were Savannah Joiner Bruce Brannon, who lives in Pike Road, the west will never and Sarah Joiner, sisters of the bride Ala., has a wild west show with his wife die,” he said. and Cristen Hilliard, cousin of the bride. Vernelle. He specializes in trick and fancy Another entertain- The Groomsmen were Brad Goodbread roping, cowboy poetry and the bull whip. er Donn Crothers of Even with his skills and knowledge, he ad- and Mark Goodbread, brothers of the SW Ranches, said he groom, Matt Mercer, Scott Weaver and mits he learns something new at Gordie works with cowboy Peers Cowboy School house. re-enactments, fairs, Steve Ward, all longtime friends of the “What a hoot. For a guy that has totally festivals and private groom. The flowergirls were Jayden merged into the cowboy life, this is like cow- parties. He said he is Dimsey, daughter of Cindy and Kiel boy Disney land. I’m so thankful that Gordie amazed at how much Dimsey and Remington Weaver, daugh- continues to put all the work into this,” he he has learned this ter of Kelly and Scott Weaver. The ring said. He got involved in the rope, whip and week. “This is a great Cow Patty, aka bearer was Conner Goodbread, son knife throwing contests. event. I’m learning a Mr. Brannon taught art in public school Char Hoogheem, of the bride and groom. Following the lot. There’s a lot of ceremony the couple enjoyed a lavish for 33 years. He always wanted to be a cow- things I didn’t know,” gives the whip boy and when he retired he began his Wild he added. contest a try. reception with family and friends at West show, “My job is to play cowboy and the Goodbread Ranch. The couple is paint pictures. I wouldn’t trade jobs with back at home in Okeechobee, follow- anyone. I thank God that he saved this des- ing their honeymoon in the Bahamas. sert for the end. I’ve never been happier.” He admits that kids today barely know what cowboys are. Back in the 50s when he was a kid, cowboy was king. He said most 2 Senior Dinners kids just grow out of liking cowboys, but he 1111 S. Parrott Ave, from senior menu just got worse. $11.59 Richard Hinson of Zephyrhills said he Okeechobee learned a lot about knife throwing and rop- Includes Soup or Salad Ice ing. He said he learned a lot from the class- 863-467-2224 Cream or Pudding es. “One minute I throw a good one and the Anytime next I can’t hit the target at all. A couple of 7 Days a Week inches means a lot in knife throwing.” FRIDAY & SATURDAY Bill Leighton, a dead ringer for Buffalo Bill, is also an entertainer. He is a teller of tall Weekday Breakfast Specials 4PM - 11PM $ 89 tales, showman, horseman, rifl eman, and is 1. Touchdown Breakfast 4 All You Can Eat an instructor in the use of whips, bull whips, 2 Eggs, 2 bacon, 2 links, 2 pancakes $ 99 and even a stage combat swordsman. 2. French Toast Combo $489 Fish or Shrimp 9 He puts on shows for churches, commu- Served with Fries and Cole Slaw nity organizations, and parties. He learned 2 eggs, 2 links, 2 bacon $ 89 Shrimp Fest the art of the quick draw from Bob Munden 3. Diced Ham Scramble 4 $ 99 Okeechobee News/Charles Murphy Land ‘N Sea 9 in Butte, Mont. Munden holds the world Choice of Potato, grits or pancake $ 99 record for the fastest draw for a 1873 Colt. (left) Donn Crothers practices on a 4. Breakfast Croissant $489 Shrimp Scampi 7 Shrimp Ceasar Salad $799 He basically drew a weapon 3-4 times faster long 44 foot bull whip at the Ropers with Potato $ 99 $ 89 Sweet ‘N Sour Shrimp 7 than the human eye blink. Leighton said the Gathering. (right) Richard Hinson of 5. Strawberry Pancakes 4 $ 99 draw is too fast for fi lm and would be of no Zephyrhills tries his hand at knife and whipped cream Sweet Alfredo 7 use in Hollywood. throwing at the Ropers Gathering. 6. Bagel with cream cheese $489 All Special served with 2 sides. Soup or Salad, Other top entertainers included John fruit cup, and coffee and complimentary pudding or ice cream SATURDAY & SUNDAY SPECIALS SERVED 7 DAYS • 6 AM - 11 PM 1. Any Regular Omelette with Potato, Toast or Pancake 1. N.Y. Strip Steak 2. County Fried Steak $ 39 2. Veal Parmigiana with Spaghetti with 2 eggs, Potato & Toast 6 3. Chicken and Shrimp 4. Grilled Mahi Mahi Weekday Lunch Specials 5. Hearty Homemade Meatloaf 6. Shrimp Alfredo over pasta 1. Bistro Ham ‘N Cheese All Special served with 2 sides. Soup or Salad, 2.Turkey Reuben Sandwich and complimentary pudding or ice cream 3. Patty Melt $ 99 2 Dinners - $ 59 4. Philly Cheese Steak 5 Okeechobee News/Charles Murphy Your Choice 18 5. Golden Fish Fillet Sandwich Gordie Peer (left) hands out advice in rope tricks to Doug Smith. (right photo) For the Price of one! Michael Jordan competes in a bull whip contest at the Ropers Gathering. All served with fries or onion rings 10 Okeechobee News February 21, 2010

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Okeechobee News/Eric Kopp School bus involved in accident Seminole Elementary School principal Brian Greseth (far left) talked with school bus driver Karen McGee (left) after her bus was inadvertently involved in a motor vehicle crash Friday afternoon. According to Deputy Adrian Rogers, of the Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Ofﬁ ce (OCSO), a car driven by 86-year- old Robert Holder of Sebring attempted a left turn onto N.W. 18th St. from the northbound lane of U.S. 98 N. The deputy said Mr. Holder turned into the path of a Chevrolet Blazer being driven by Stephen Sorensen, 20, of Okeechobee. The force of the impact pushed the two vehicles against the front bumper of the school bus as it was stopped at a stop sign. None of the eight children aboard the Seminole Elementary bus were injured. Deputy Rogers said Mr. Holder was cited for turning left in front of approaching trafﬁ c.

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Okeechobee News/Diana Whitehall eacoa Kiwanis Club donates food to S st is a On Feb. 4, Okeechobee Kiwanis Club members from left to right, Rev. Bruce ing b Simpson, Jim Cole, Ray Worley welcomed guest speaker, Jerry Ellsworth, and h re with her was Director of the Okeechobee Presbyterian Church Food Pantry, itc e Pastor Loy Mershimer and Kiwanis Club President, Jim Vensel, and club mem- ze ber Dowling Watford. A few of the Kiwanis Club members wore their football w . attire for the Club’s Annual “Souper Bowl of Caring,” an annual NFL spon- S sored event. The food, 250 pounds, was collected as well as $158 in cash from the Kiwanis Club members for the Okeechobee Presbyterian Church Food Pantry. Ms. Ellsworth said their Food Pantry served 3,422 families or 12,285 With deep community roots, and friendly individuals in 2009 in Okeechobee County, a large increase from 2008. The Okeechobee Presbyterian Church Food Pantry currently has 25 volunteers branches, we off er service you should who work from 9 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. expect from a local bank.

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Members of the LLI come together in of Writing with the Okeechobee Writers •Gary Hoffman taught school for twenty- learning environments that encourage 708 N. Parrott Avenue League,” March 2 and 9, from 1-3 p.m. at fi ve years. He has published over 200 short participation on a shared topic of interest. 863-467-5599 the Williamson Center located on the IRSC stories and won or placed in many contests. Among peers, group leaders may begin with Dixon Hendry Campus in Okeechobee. Cost He has recently moved to Okeechobee a presentation or point of view and engage Hours: for this series is $30. where he is working on a mystery novel. the group in lively discussion. Facilitators are Mon.-Fri. 8:00 - 5:30 This exciting series has a panel of talented •Glenn Nilson, a former sociology pro- all members and have enjoyed a variety of Sat. 8:00 - 12:00 peer leaders. Jan Day and her writing league fessor, writes short stories and novels and careers, interests and hobbies that they are colleagues Lesley Diehl, Carroll Head, Gary was a runner-up in the 2009 Sleuthfest Short eager to share. The Lifelong Learning Insti- Hoffman, Glen Nilson and Betty Williamson Story Contest. An outdoorsman, he uses tute provides a wide range of offerings at DRIVE IN are all published authors and will provide a his experiences from motorcycle riding and IRSC campuses in Fort Pierce, Vero Beach, NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED panel discussion/workshop on the writing camping in his work. Stuart, Port St. Lucie and Okeechobee. process and publishing. 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I 311 NE 2nd Street • Okeechobee Okeechobee News to have a decided home court advantage for also thank all KING'S BAY2BD, her matches this year. of the basket- 2BA, 2 STORY Katie Walker is the only senior on this Walker is also happy with how she has ball players for TOWNHOUSE year’s Okeechobee High School girls tennis coming out to Roof, Water squad. Normally a lack of veterans might improved her game in the off season, “I’ve worked out a bunch this year and have hit help the boys heater & Painted spell trouble for a team, but Walker knows in '05, A/C in '02. the ball well. I think practice is going well. My team. I thank Nicely main- this team is in good shape. my parents for Walker, who had an excellent year in sin- serve and ground strokes have improved and tained. Privacy their support fenced entrance gles last year, has been joined by a couple of are much better than last year.” After high school Walker will attend Lib- and everyone courtyard. See talented freshmen this year who could take King's Bay from erty University in Lynchburg, Va. In April who made it Okeechobee girls tennis to the next level. possible to this water view & fishin’ on S & E sides. Laundry in the she will try out for the college cheerleading unit. Investor or Homebuyer $62,750 “I think my senior season will go extreme- have tennis Katie Walker, senior, ly well. There is a lot of talent out here. Sam squad. For now she will remain focused on Okeechobee tennis. “I’m very excited. I’d like this year,” she plays for the OHS girls Call Jeri 863-634-6056 Rivero and Heather Lanning are awesome. said. tennis team. I’m looking forward to playing with them this to thank Coach Van Camp for coming back year,” she said. Walker won’t have to carry the load by her- ALWAYS self and can slot in the middle of the singles brackets where she should shine and pick up SAVING a lot of wins for her team. She also hopes to BUYERS be a good role model for the younger girls. MONEY! “A lot of responsibility comes with being the only senior on the team. I hope to be a “A LITTLE SLICE OF COUNTRY” person that they can look up to,” she added. BUYER BROKERAGE “TURN KEY READY” “GONE FISHING” “WHAT A DEAL” Three players graduated from last years’ squad Kari Berger, Alisha Wilcox and Shaina CO. OF OKEECHOBEE Ragamat so Walker will be counted on in that BILL F. STEGKEMPER, leadership role. Still she marvels at how good CRS, GRI, APPRAISER Nice sized enclosed porch. Split 2Br/2Ba DWMH on fenced mani- 1970 SWMH w/2 Br/2Ba, fully fur- Very nice DWMH on Captive the young freshmen are. She said they play all floor plan. Breakfast bar in kitchen. cured acre+ detached garage/work- nished on the water, w/seawall & boat Lake in Taylor Creek Isles. New year round and are committed to the game. With an open floor plan. Large shop, new kitchen flooring and like house, Lake O accessable. Also, floors. Very large master suite rooms throughout. This is beautiful. new furniture and window treatments. rentable cottage w/1Br/1Ba, boat house and bathroom. Separate family “I envy them. They are just awesome ten- (863) 763-2334 • (863) 801-9497 CELL MLS#203709 $89,900 Call Marcia MLS#203068 REDUCED $74,500 & garage. MLS#203411 $80,000 Call room. MLS#203389 $85,000 Call nis players. They are absolutely amazing. P.O. Box 1074, Okeechobee FL, 34973 Barber 863-634-1229 Call Kathy Godwin 863-634-7547 Jerry Patent 863-610-7006 Sheryl Byrd 863-634-3572 They will do well for the team this year,” she 1039 S.E. Everglades Blvd • Okeechobee said. Walker’s parents are Steve and Michelle Walker. She said she doesn’t have to worry Patricia Louise Goolsby, David Hazellief • 863-610-1553 Betty Hazellief • 863-610-0144 about having support from the community. Licensed Real Estate Broker She said her entire family, including her grand Sharon Prevatt • 863-634-7069 Dee Reeder • 863-610-2485 FULL SERVICE 634-5588 REALTOR [email protected] (863) 763-2104 Tennis teams lose FOR THESE LISTINGS, CALL VICKI ANDERSON 863-634-4106. WATERFRONT - CANAL OFF Se Habla RIM CANAL - well kept and main- to Martin County tained 3/2 Frame with Stucco Español REDUCED home with many new amenities. By Charles M. Murphy Furnished. It has a boat house. MLS #202762, $104,900 CALL FOR A LIST OF FORECLOSURES Okeechobee News 2/2 SWMH with large Florida Room. 2 The season opener for Okeechobee High Car Carport, Lg Shed with concrete floor, 1012-H: 4/2 CBS home 2001-M: Taylor Creek School may have been their toughest match Bdrm 2 has its own bathroom with con- in town conveniently MH. New skirting, of the year. necting door to Master Bdrm. Solid close to everything on a wooden dock, Two wood cabinets throughout. FULLY FUR- large Lot. Chain link Okeechobee lost to Martin County, 6-1 in NISHED!! MLS #203643, $57,900 sheds, furnished, new fenced. Call today for appliances, screened boys tennis action, and 7-0 in girls tennis ac- $115,000 $62,000 MLS 3/2 DWMH on a corner lot. electric fire- further info. porch. tion in Stuart. place. Very spacious and open. Huge PRIICE REDUCED MLS# 203380 NEW LIISTIING #203697 The boys were swept in the singles living room and nice sized utility room REDUCED Small boat slip. Waterfront deck. 1 car 4004-H: matches but did manage a doubles victory Buckhead 5000-H: 2-Story 5 carport attached. TURN KEY - FUR- Ridge Lake Access behind the team of Austin Willard and Jona- NISHED MLS #203273, $89,900. Bedrooms 2 Bath home home on a large cul- than Hudoff. They defeated Robert Hyland de-sac Lot with a lot located on a little over ½ WELL KEPT MOBILE HOME. and Ahuja Keshav, 6-0, 6-1. Corner of potentials. Water acre. On HWY 441 lot. 2 huge screen porches. Spacious on both sides, partial Zach Fowler lost in straight sets 6-1 and workshop w/sink, bathroom and fridge. South. $99,650 MLS seawall. $89,000 6-2 to Will Davenport. Willard was able to Upgraded electrical in 2005. Concrete MLS #202218 #203524 foundation with tie downs. Office/Den PRIICE REDUCED win three games in his straight set loss to Ian area. MLS #203135, $69,900. Sigalow. 5009-H: 3/2 home on 5024-M: Mobile home OLDER MOBILE HOME Coach Bryan Van Camp said Martin with a lot of 4.65+/- acres. Needs on 1+/-acre with Pole possibilities. Needs some TLC. County has had a strong boys team for a Additional 1/1 efficiency in back yard. some work. Screen Barn, shed, partial long time. Their coach earned his 200th vic- Fish cleaning station on water. It has a porch. Located in fenced on paved nice workshop with plenty of space. tory of his coaching career in this match. MLS #203642, $64,900. Edwards Subdivision street. $50,000 MLS The girls squad ran up against the defend- FORECLOSURE (NW 172nd CT) $54,500 #202873 ing state champion Lady Tigers who have CBS DUPLEX each side 1/1, waterfront, dock, electric boat lift, fish clean- won 30 consecutive matches. Okeechobee ing station, deck, shed w/elec 12x12, www.century21okeechobee.com • Email: [email protected] lost all of the singles matches. sprinkler sys, seawall, gutters, concrete walkway. Large rooms and walk in clos- The tennis teams host John Carroll on ets. MLS #203644, $84,000. Tuesday and Fort Pierce Central next Thurs- 1200 S. Parrott Ave. day at 3:30 p.m. at the Okeechobee Sports 863-763-5588 • 21442 E. SR 78, BHR Complex. Across Kissimmee River next to Fire Station & Glades County Building. 14 Okeechobee News February 21, 2010

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8622 150th Court North BANK REPO’S Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418 MOVE TO YOUR LAND WILLIAM J. WALLACE, P.A. The following individuals were arrested on felony • Anthony Todd Summers, 27, N.E. Fourth Ave., Mobile Home Angels For more listings, Attorney for Personal Representative 115 NW 11th Avenue or driving under the infl uence (DUI) charges by the Okeechobee, was arrested Feb. 18 by Offi cer Ryan Hol- 561-721-2230 go to Okeechobee, Florida 34972 Telephone: 863-467-4671 Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Offi ce (OCSO), the royd on an Okeechobee County warrant charging him www.newszap.com Florida Bar No.: 778125 LAKEPORT - Furnished 346865 ON 2/21,28/10 Okeechobee City Police Department (OCPD), the Flor- with attempting to obtain a controlled substance by 35’ mobile home, ,match- ida Highway Patrol (FHP), the Florida Fish and Wildlife ing sun porch, loads of Public Notice fraud (six counts). His bond was set at $15,000. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR Conservation Commission (FWC) or the Department of cupboards, $15,000, Lot OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, FLORIDA • Lawrence Williams Johnson III, 22, N.E. 72nd Cir- fee $170 monthly. Stack IN THE CIRCUIT COUR PROBATE DIVISION Corrections (DOC). Washer/Dryer. Glass OF THE NINETEENTH JUDICIAL File No. 2009CP235 cle, Okeechobee, was arrested Feb. 18 by the Okeecho- CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR • Emilio Borja-Nunez, 37, N.W. 23rd Ave., Okeecho- doors, at 31 Lakebreeze OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, IN RE: ESTATE OF bee Narcotics Task Force on a felony charge of posses- Park. (705)340-1446 FLORIDA CLINTON G. MAY, JR. bee, was arrested Feb. 18 by Deputy Dale Hardy on an PROBATE DIVISION Deceased. sion of marijuana over 20 grams and a misdemeanor File No. 2009-CP-126 Okeechobee County warrant charging him with driving MH ON CANAL - 2br, NOTICE TO CREDITORS charge of possession of drug paraphernalia. His bond IN RE: ESTATE OF: under the infl uence with prior convictions. His bond 1ba, screened porch KENNETH W. SCHWERTEGER The administration of the estate of w/windows, shed, cen- Deceased CLINTON G. MAY, JR., deceased, was set at $6,000. whose date of death was June 19, was set at $2,500. tral a/c, furnished, Pi- NOTICE TO CREDITORS 2009, is pending in the Circuit Court This column lists arrests and not convictions, unless rates Cove, Lot 30, for Okeechobee County, Florida, Pro- • Christopher S. Singleton, 28, S.E. 22nd Court, The administration of the estate bate Division, the address of which is Okeechobee, was arrested Feb. 18 by Deputy John Hazy otherwise stated. Anyone listed here who is later found 9861 Hwy of KENNETH W. SCHWERTFEGER, 312 Northwest 3rd Street, Okeecho- 78 W, $16,000 deceased, whose date of death was bee, Florida 34972. The names and on an Okeechobee County warrant charging him with innocent or has had the charges against them dropped (863)467-9913 October 9, 2008, and whose Social addresses of the personal represen- security number is 561-84-0561, is tative and the personal representa- is welcome to inform this newspaper. The information the Circuit Court for Okeechobee, tive’s attorney are set forth below. violation of probation - dealing in stolen property (two OKEECHOBEE- 1981 Florida, Probate Division, File No.: All creditors of the decedent and 2009-CP-126; the address of is Pro- other persons having claims or de- counts). He is being held without bond. will be confi rmed and printed. dbl wide on water, porch, bate Division, 312 N.W. 3rd Street, mands against decedent’s estate on lg edition, boathouse, Okeechobee, Florida 34972. The whom a copy of this notice is re- names and addresses of the personal quired to be served must fi le their $100,000 (863)763-0474 representative and the personal rep- claims with this court WITHIN THE Crossword Puzzle resentative’s attorney are set forth LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE REDUCED! 62x24’, below. TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION All creditors of the decedent and OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER a w Edited by Rich Norris and Joyce Nichols Lewis 3bd/2ba MH on 2 water- other persons having claims or de- THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY front lots, seawall, lake mands against decedent’s estate, in- OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. d o ACROSS DOWN 36 UN delegate 49 Rogue cluding unmatured, contingent or All other creditors of the decedent access, boathouse. 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By Laura Sternberg 05/13/09 (c)2009 Tribune Media Services, Inc. 16 Okeechobee News February 21, 2010 Cattlemen’s spring rodeo set for March 13-14 The Okeechobee County Cattlemen’s As- shock of 7,200 volts, that nearly burned his County Cattlemen’s Association, Cowboy’s, okeechobeecattlemansassociation.com. sociation will hold their Annual Spring PRCA fi ngers off, John fell 25 feet to his death. He Eli’s Western Wear, Dodge, Riverside Bank, The Okeechobee County Fair starts on Rodeo at the Agri-Civic Center, March 13 and was given CPR and brought back to life. John Seacoast National Bank and Professional Friday, March 12, also presented at the Agri 14 at the Agri-Civic Center. Entrance will be and Judy Payne are responsible for what is Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA). Civic Center. For more information on the on Hwy. 710. now the most sought after gang in the rodeo For ticket information, call Eli’s West- fair, please contact Main Street at 863-763- Mutton Bustin’ for the cowkids will begin world today. He is a nine time, Professional ern Wear at 863-763-2984 or visit: www. MAIN (6246). at 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 13 and Sunday, Rodeo Cowboy Association (PRCA) “Spe- March 14. All cowkids from ages 3-5 can en- cialty Act of the Year.” ter to win a shiny western belt buckle. Ad- Rodeo tickets may be purchased in advance registration is required. Please call the vance at Eli’s Western Wear, 907 NW Park Okeechobee Livestock Market at 863-763- Street, Okeechobee or at the gate. Premier 3127 to register. tickets are $18 in advance and $20 at the The Okeechobee County Cattlemen’s gate. Children under 12 are $10 in advance rodeo will show contestants competing to and $12 at the gate. Reserved seating tick- win cash prizes and points toward a circuit championship. The Okeechobee rodeo has ets are $12 in advance and $15 at the gate. a well-deserved reputation of being the Reserved seating tickets for children 12 and “wildest rodeo east of the Mississippi!” under are $6 in advance and $8 at the gate. Visitors from many areas of South Florida Sponsors for the 2010 Spring Rodeo in- are expected in attendance to observe tra- clude Presenting Sponsor Marcum & Associ- ditional rodeo events such as; calf roping, ates; and, supporting sponsors Okeechobee saddle bronc, steer wrestling, bareback riding, team roping, ladies’ barrel racing and the favorite of all, bull riding. “We are proud to host two annual PRCA Rodeos every year right here in Okeecho- bee,” says Dudley Kirton, Cattlemen’s Asso- ciation President. This year’s rodeo will bring some of the nations top cowboys to show their talents and compete. Participants come from all over the United States and Canada to compete for their titles. Jerry Todd will return to Okeechobee to serve as Master of Ceremonies for the 2009 Spring Rodeo. Todd travels with wife Candi and son Kyle. Candi entertains the crowd with her talents of background music and Kyle serves as rodeo clown during the Muttin’ Bustin’ event. Jerry Todd was awarded announcer of the year for WPRA in 2004, World’s Toughest Bulls and Broncs Special to the Okeechobee News Announcer in 2005 and 4L Rodeo Company Called the One-Armed Bandit and Com- Mossy Oak Series announcer from 2004- pany, this nine-time PRCA “Specialty 2006. Act of the Year,” will appear in March at Special showing by the “One Armed Ban- the Okeechobee County Cattlemen’s dit and Company.” After a severe electrical Annual Spring Rodeo.

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