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Friday-Saturday, August 19-20, 2011 www.newssun.com Volume 92/Number 98 | 50 cents Inside Teachers Lawsuit filed 20 fingers, 20 toes, a lot of love Arcadia man sues told not HCSO alleging false arrest, to ‘friend’ imprisonment students PAGE 6A Forecast New rules on social networks put in place

By CHRISTOPHER TUFFLEY A couple of afternoon [email protected] thunderstorms SEBRING — Adapting High Low policy to fit changing tech- nology, over the summer the school district tightened its 93 76 rules concerning social net- Complete Forecast working sites for personal PAGE 10A use. Effective as of now, Online “school board employees are Photo by www.kapturedbykatara.com prohibited from inviting any Swaddled in an American flag, twins Hayden Olivia and Carter Mac get some love from mom Alicia Jetton on Wednesday morning at Florida Hospital in Sebring. Jetton’s husband, Pfc. Joshua Jetton, was killed in combat in students, or any minors who Afghanistan in June. See the story, page 2A. are not relatives, to be ‘friends’ through an Internet site or accepting such invita- Question: Does the tions from students or county need Phase III minors.” “Socializing with students of the Sebring who are not relatives, outside Parkway? 21-year-old shot to of school on social network- ing websites, chat rooms, blogs, and other websites, Yes including but not limited to MySpace, Facebook, and 52.2% Twitter,” is also prohibited. death during argument All electronic communica- tion with students should be By SCOTT DRESSEL listed as 12:04 a.m. on Thursday. hospital, Thursday being treated for a professional and formal, not [email protected] Fletcher was transported to gunshot wound to the leg. The SPD is overly casual and never inap- No SEBRING — An argument in front Highlands Regional Medical Center investigating the cause of that injury. propriate. of 418 Martin Luther King Jr. where he was pro- Carr said investigators were trying Employees are prohibited Boulevard just after midnight on nounced dead. to determine what the argument was from using electronic com- 47.8% Thursday left one man dead and A witness to the about. munications to criticize, dis- another one potentially facing murder shooting fled the Downs, who had not been booked parage or ridicule students, charges. scene, Carr said, and as of press time, has a lengthy book- staff or the district. Total votes: 92 According to Cmdr. Steve Carr of Downs allegedly fired ing sheet at The point of the new rules, Next question: the Sebring Police Department, Earl shots at the fleeing www.highlandssheriff.com/, the last said John McClure, school James Downs, 27, and Clinton witness. Downs then arrest being on March 18 when he was board attorney, is to protect Downs Should teachers be Anthony Fletcher Jr., 21, both of fled the scene, but was booked for battery on an officer/fire- children from possible preda- allowed to interact Sebring, got into an argument. During later caught by Highlands County fighter/EMT, resisting an officer with tors. with students through the argument, Carr said, Downs pulled Sheriff’s Office deputies in Parkcrest violence, possession of cocaine, pos- Former school board mem- social networks like out a gun and shot Fletcher in the Terrace at 1:27 a.m. session of drug equipment and evi- Facebook? head. The time of the incident was Downs was in custody, but at the dence tampering. See RULES, page 6A Make your voice heard at www.newssun.com Board, union at odds over Manager Obituaries Sheila Uccellini Age 64, of Brunswick, evaluation system approval interviews N.Y. and Marco Island By CHRISTOPHER TUFFLEY Obituaries, Page 6A [email protected] today in AP SEBRING — There was a By CHRISTOPHER TUFFLEY Index moment of tension at Tuesday’s [email protected] Classifieds 7A school board meeting, brought AVON PARK — City council members Community Briefs 2A about by the stress of meeting will interview the three candidates for city Community Calendar 8B mandated deadlines. manager today starting at 9 a.m. Dear Abby 9B The district must have its new The event has been advertised as a special Editorial & Opinion 3A teacher evaluation system council meeting and takes place at council approved by the Florida Healthy Living 5B chambers at 123 E. Pine St. It is open to the Department of Education by the Lottery Numbers 2A public. end of September, but getting All three candidates have a graduate Movie Review/Times 9B that approval has been a chal- degree. All three have municipal manage- Religion 6B lenge. The state has required con- ment experience. Two are unknown, one has Sports On TV 2B stant changes and adjustments worked for the city since Sept. 28, 2009. throughout the entire process. An Lillie Latimore, city manager of Pahokee approval for one aspect, for and president of Innovative Business example, had only been received News-Sun photo by CHRISTOPHER TUFFLEY School board attorney John McClure (right) explains the collective Strategies Inc., is scheduled to be inter- Monday afternoon. As a result www.twitter.com/thenewssun bargaining process during a discussion of the new teacher evalua- viewed first. the district has been hard pressed tion system. Teachers have to approve it. Board member Ronnie Julian Deleon, Avon Park’s director of to keep to the schedule. Jackson listens. public works and utilities and interim city Worried about the deadline, manager, is scheduled to appear before the district staff wanted the school council at 11 a.m. www.facebook.com/newssun board to go ahead and approve County Educational Association president Steve Picklesimer Following a lunch break, the third candi- the new system Tuesday night. — the teachers’ union — has to asked. date, Kenneth Fields, is scheduled for his The difficulty is that teacher vote its approval first. “It’s as complete as we can interview at 2 p.m. Fields’ last position was evaluation systems are a contrac- “Why pass this when there are village manager of the Village of 0790994 01001 tual item, meaning the Highlands still negotiations to come?” union See NEW, page 4A Islamorada. Phone ... 385-6155 Fax ... 385-2453 Online: www.newssun.com

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Page 2A News-Sun ࡗ Friday, August 19, 2011 www.newssun.com Decades of Change Jetton welcomes twins at Blessed Beginnings

Special to the News-Sun ounces and was 18.5 inches SEBRING – Twenty fin- in length. Hayden gers, 20 toes, plenty of Olivia was born one Stand work heaven knows. minute later at 8:42 p.m. The Jetton twins arrived She weighed 5 pounds, ahead of schedule on Aug. 15 ounces and was 18 inch- by them 15, bringing great joy to the es in length. family and mom Alicia. Maternal grandmother is During a deadly, tragic Carter came first weigh- Denise Moore of Sebring. summer in Afghanistan, ing 5 pounds, 3 ounces at Paternal grandparents are where we stand on the A lot of changes have hap- 8:41 p.m. with his sister Rick Jetton of Lake Placid war politically is irrele- pened in Avon Park since Hayden following one and Amanda Prabhakaran the 1930s, and the histori- vant. All that matters is cal display Decades of minute later and weighing 5 of Mooresville, Ind. standing beside our Change provides a oral rep- pounds, 15 ounces. Women’s Wellness troops and their families resentation of some of those Mom Alicia is feeling Center obstetrician and as they shoulder the heav- changes. doubly blessed. family friend Dr. Guinevere iest burdens of America’s “I just want to thank the Bullard delivered the twins. longest war. Government Heartland community for “As I said when I first Cpl. Zachary Mills, 22, providing such loving sup- saw them, ‘Oh, Alicia, is an ordnance technician Center display port during this difficult they're perfect.’ May God with Marine Attack and exciting time in our continue to watch over you, Squadron 513, stationed features oral lives,” said proud mother the twins and your family.” in Kandahar. His job is to history of AP Alicia Jetton. Jetton, who is the widow arm Harriers, the ground- News-Sun photos by KATARA SIMMONS “Thanks to all the dona- of Pfc. Joshua Jetton, is one breaking military jets Lifelong Avon Park resident and community activist tions of diapers, toys, for- of the first mothers to deliv- By ED BALDRIDGE capable of lifting off ver- Beatrice Peterson is featured in the exhibit Decades of mula and gift cards, I can er at the new Jarrett Family [email protected] tically without forward Change on display until December in the Sebring just focus on loving my Blessed Beginnings SEBRING — Throughout Government Center. speed. new two bundles of joy.” Birthing Center at Florida upcoming month, the It was 6:30 a.m. Carter Mac was born at Hospital in Sebring. Government Center Lobby Kandahar time when Cpl. 8:41 p.m. Pfc. Jetton was killed will play host to a display comments of the residents,” and Robert Wilson Jr. The Mills spoke via satellite He weighed 5 pounds, 3 June 20 in Afghanistan. featuring the oral history of said Elaine Levey, director of White residents included phone to The Unknown Avon Park. the Avon Park Depot Robert Barben, Roberta Soldiers, and the tempera- The display is part of a Museum, who created the Flowers, Jean Jordan and ture outside a hangar lengthy project called display at the Government David Lanier. where the Marine usually Decades of Change captured Center in conjunction with Working on the oral histo- works was already creep- Sebring man hit the recollections of four the Highlands County ry project were Larry Levey, ing toward 100 degrees. black and four white lifelong Preservation Commission. then-president of the society, When asked how he residents of the City of “It opened my eyes to a who headed up the effort; copes with doing a diffi- by garbage truck Charm. world I wasn’t familiar with.” Charlotte Pressler, Ph.D., cult job amid unrelenting According to a press “It was thought provok- professor of English and his- heat similar to conditions release from the Highlands ing,” said Else Johnson, a tory and director of the Wednesday inside a furnace, he County Historical Society, visitor to the Government Honors Program at SFCC; shrugged off the question. By ED BALDRIDGE “The current display at the Center on Monday who was Mollie Doctrow, MOFAC The driver of the garbage “I just drink a lot of [email protected] Government Center offers waiting on a friend to pay for curator; and Maxine Floyd, a truck did not see Bellamy in water, I guess,” the SEBRING — A Sebring some answers to the ques- their registration at the tax 1953 graduate of E.O. the early morning darkness, Orlando native told The man remains in critical con- tion, ‘What was life like in a collector’s office just down Douglas High School in and Bellamy was not wear- Unknown Soldiers. “I’m small, sleepy, Central Florida the hall. Sebring (the only such dition after being struck by ing any reflective clothing normally stationed out in community back in the “I had a few minutes and I school for blacks in this a garbage truck on or lights of any kind and Yuma (Az.), so this is not 1940s, ’50s and ’60s?’” just wandered by and started area). A retired educator, she Wednesday. was improperly walking in bad at all.” The orations were gathered reading the quotes. It really moved back to Avon Park According to the report the roadway. Mills was fully aware by the Avon Park Historical tells the history, and some of and is now a board member from Florida Highway The front left of the of the risks involved Society and South Florida the quotes are really interest- of the historical society. Patrol trooper Patrick J. garbage truck driven by when he joined the mili- Community College and ing,” Johnson said. The Government Center Roberts, David A. Bellamy, Phillip Lee Vitelli, 52, of tary in January 2008. originally placed on display The four black residents exhibit, located at 601 S. 53 was hit at 5:24 a.m. Sebring struck Bellamy and More than three and a at the Museum of Florida Art interviewed were Bishop Commerce in Sebring, runs while he was walking just knocked him down. half years later, he is and Culture. Thomas Brown Sr., Wilma through the end of south of Youth Care Lane Bellamy came to rest in deployed to one of the “I was intrigued by the Conner, Beatrice Peterson December. on South Highlands the northbound lane facing world’s most dangerous Avenue. west and the garbage truck regions. As the wars in The report states that only traveled a few more Afghanistan and Iraq both COMMUNITY BRIEFS Bellamy was walking south feet before stopping. continue, the proud on South Highlands in the No charges are pending Marine said he has no Highlands County Events at local The Lake Placid Moose middle of the road. that the time of the report, regrets about his decision NAACP to host lodges, posts Lodge 2374 will host the The garbage truck was according to Roberts, and to enlist. following events this week: traveling north on South Bellamy was taken to “I basically wanted to Freedom Fund AVON PARK Highlands when it struck Highlands Regional better myself,” Mills Dinner The Combat Veterans Bellamy. Medical Center. explained, “and I thought Memorial VFW Post 9853 in Continued on page 6A LAKE PLACID – This the military would be the Avon Park will host the fol- year’s Freedom Fund right way to serve your lowing events this week: Awards Dinner, sponsored country. I think that’s a Friday, August 19 - Fish Aug. 17 1 8 15 44 46 47 x:2 by the Highlands County very important thing, and shrimp dinner for $7 Lottery Next jackpot $2 million especially during these Branch of NAACP, takes served from 5-7 p.m. Music place at 6:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 13 4 21 28 37 41 44 x:3 times.” by Big Freddie from 5-8 Center Aug. 10 8 36 46 47 48 52 x:4 With this summer shap- Sept. 3, at the Elks Lodge in p.m. Lake Placid (behind Winn- ing up to be the deadliest Saturday, August 20 - Aug. 17 5 11 19 23 26 Aug. 17 (n) 2085 of the entire Afghanistan Dixie). Karaoke by Peg and Perry Aug. 16 15 16 18 22 36 Aug. 17 (d) 5420 conflict, which has lasted Key note speaker is Dr. from 5-8 p.m. Bar menu Aug. 15 4 20 26 30 34 Aug. 16 (n) 7221 almost a decade, Mills Jessie Jackson, superintend- served from 4-7 p.m. Aug. 14 4 7 8 10 35 Aug. 16 (d) 8630 said spirits in the war ent of the Lake Wales For more information, call zone are in fact very Charter Schools. 452-9853. Aug. 16 5 8 30 44 16 Aug. 17 (n) 569 high. The event, which is open Aug. 12 10 12 15 28 1 Aug. 17 (d) 885 “Morale is good,” he to the public, also includes The public is invited to Aug. 9 8 32 36 37 15 Aug. 16 (n) 508 Aug. 5 said. “Once you get recognition of former presi- play bunco at the Highlands 17 21 22 24 20 Aug. 16 (d) 021 (Marines) in gear, it moti- dents of Highlands County Shrine Club, 2604 SR 17 NAACP. Aug. 17 18 28 31 48 52 PB: 37 PP: 4 Note: Cash 3 and Play 4 drawings vates them to work hard.” South on Tuesday at 11:30 are twice per day: (d) is the Capt. Pete Hegseth is Tickets are available for a a.m. The event is open to Next jackpot $37 million daytime drawing, (n) is the an Army National donation of $35 each, or a new or experienced players. Aug. 13 9 12 35 50 58 PB: 4 PP: 2 nighttime drawing. Guardsman currently table for eight for $280 (this Cost is $2/person. Phone Aug. 10 11 18 36 41 46 PB: 38 PP: 4 PB: Power Ball PP: Power Play deployed to Kabul, where includes one membership 471-2425 for information. he is an instructor at a and a logo in the souvenir pub block; 5.542"; 4.5"; Black; publishers block; 0 0 0 0 8 0 3 4 counterinsurgency train- journal). Space for business LAKE PLACID ing center. The soldier, advertising and/or a personal The Veterans of Foreign who has also deployed to ad in the journal is also Wars 3880 Lake Placid, will Iraq, said he becomes available. host the following events exasperated when media For more information, call this week: pundits inside air-condi- Al Hinson at 399-2243; Bea Saturday - Ladies tioned newsrooms suggest Peterson, 453-7482; Pat Auxiliary bingo 2 p.m. that because of increased Sholtz, 382-3405; or Jackie Prime rib dinner (get tickets risk, the military is tired Haynes, 531-1544. For sou- early please). Music with or unwilling to fight. venir ads, call Arnold Tony 5:30-7 p.m. Men’s “This ‘talk’ is a com- Wilson at 446-3018. Auxiliary bingo 2 p.m. Corn plete misnomer,” Capt. Deadline for tickets and ads hole game 5 p.m. Hegseth said in an email is Aug. 25. For details, call 699-5444. from Afghanistan to The Unknown Soldiers. POSHE DAY SALON; 3.639"; 2"; Black; **internet “Troops are here because included**; 0 0 0 1 1 1 5 4 they want to be here, and we believe in what we’re doing.” Hegseth, 31, knows first-hand about the strains of multiple deployments. Coupled with the visible and invis-

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If President Obama really ing the 1980s. The government boards moving some of their opera- 2227 U.S. 27 South • Sebring, FL 33870 • 863-385-6155 wants to get the U.S. econo- act produced 92 seeking to dictate tions to a new location NEWSROOM ADVERTISING my going again, he could months of healthy to corporations and because .a labor union ROMONA WASHINGTON VICKIE JONES do worse than to study the economic growth business where opposed the move on the Ext. 518 results of my Dad’s 1981 — the longest peri- they can and can- grounds that it freed Publisher/Executive Editor [email protected] Ext. 515 Economic Recovery Act, od of peacetime in not locate their employees from the grip of [email protected] which boosted the economy the post WWII various operations, Big Labor bosses. CIRCULATION by leaps and bounds. period. as we’ve seen in The Obama administra- Take the matter of jobs, Under my Dad, the case of Seattle- tion has displayed outright TONY MCCOWAN for example. Thanks to the marginal tax rates based Boeing’s hostility toward Boeing, SCOTT DRESSEL Ext. 522 Making [email protected] 1981 act, an astounding 20 were cut from a top decision to open a using the NLRB to harass Editor million new jobs were cre- rate of 70 percent Sense plant in South the company as it attempts Ext. 516 Michael [email protected] ated. Moreover, inflation to a mere 28 per- Carolina, a right- to operate free of govern- Reagan BUSINESS OFFICE dropped from 13.5 percent cent, while rev- to-work state. ment interference. Too bad DAN HOEHNE in 1980 to a mere 4.1 per- enues to the U.S. govern- Incredibly, the National my Dad isn’t around to curb Sports Editor JANET EMERSON cent by 1988, and unem- ment from all taxes nearly Labor Relations Board the power of an out-of-con- Ext. 528 Ext. 596 [email protected] ployment fell from 7.6 per- doubled — increasing from (NLRB) is trying to block trol government agency [email protected] cent to 5.5 percent. roughly $500 billion to an that move, claiming that it slavishly bowing to the dic- Moreover, the net worth astronomical $1.1 trillion in is based solely on the status tates of a powerful labor of families earning between 1990. of that state as a right-to- union, and not the workers TODAY’S EDITORIAL $20,000 and $50,000 annu- Such stellar economic work state, putting the gov- it pretends to represent. ally grew by 27 percent. At growth was the result of my ernment in league with Big the same time, the real Dad’s economic policies, Labor, which hates giving Michael Reagan is the son of gross national product which were rooted in his workers their rights to work President Ronald Reagan, a The fine art of jumped by 26 percent and belief in the ability of the as they see fit and wants to political consultant, and the the prime interest rate was American people to make prevent the move. author of ‘The New Reagan slashed by half — from the right decisions concern- Ronald Reagan would Revolution’ (St. Martin’s Press, interviewing 21.5 percent in January ing their nation’s economic have been appalled by that 2011). He is the founder and 1981 to 10 percent in activity. Contrast that with outrage. When faced with a chairman of The Reagan Group special good say, “We need to stabilize August 1988. the Obama administration’s similar attempt by a labor and president of The Reagan morning to revenue,” and stop there. The amount of individual quasi-Marxist policies, union to twist the rules gov- Legacy Foundation. Visit his all you You need to ask — How? tax revenues rose from $244 which seek to make erning the behavior of air website at www.reagan.com/, or A What is the plan? billion in 1980 to $446 bil- Washington the center of traffic controllers, my Dad e-mail comments to members of the Questions of character lion in 1989. Moreover, the nation’s economic activ- simply fired them all and [email protected]/. Avon Park City matter too, of course. total tax revenues jumped ity. replaced them. He would Guest columns are the opinion Council. We know Please ask Deleon if he grew by almost 100 percent, This results in aberra- have defied any attempt to of the writer, not necessarily you have a busy regrets an official letter that rising by 99.4 percent dur- tions, such as non-elected prevent a company from those of the News-Sun Buddy Whitlock, then presi- day before you, dent of the Sebring City what with three Council, wrote in August of prospective city 2008 and sent to Michael managers to inter- Wright, the county adminis- trator. In it, Whitlock deemed view. Deleon’s behavior “ an inter- First, we are glad that you ference with city/county all decided to interview inter- business and both improper im city manager Julian and unethical.” Deleon, even though that Of course, you all might hadn’t been your original give Deleon bonus points for plan. We can understand why what he did to get the City of his interview might be con- Sebring so angry — from one sidered superfluous. After all, perspective, we have to kind as he has pointed out himself, of admire his stealth our- he is a known quantity, and selves. has a track record with the Whitlock said that while city. Sebring was negotiating an But, the interviewing interlocal agreement with the process is simply too impor- county to provide water and tant to blow off, which is sewer services to a project why we thank you for chang- being constructed by ing your minds. Advanced Developers, Not only is an interview Deleon “apparently the perfect time for you to approached” the company make your will known, but offering the same utility serv- you can discuss priorities, ices through Sun ’N Lake. policies and set out expecta- We hope you ask Deleon if tions. Whitlock was accurate when TODAY’S LETTERS We hope you take a he wrote, “ ... Sun ’N Lake moment to remember that staff prepared an alternate Back to school at 89 I prayed to God for help in finding “signed the North American Free you are hiring an individual Interlocal Agreement, a way to bring some joy and happiness Trade Agreement (NAFTA),” the 2000 Editor: who will be working on received approval from their back into my mother’s life. He Platform says. Republican legislators My mother, Magdalen Stahl, who behalf of the people — not Board of Supervisors, pre- answered. I soon found myself con- are praised for passing the Caribbean just celebrated her 89th birthday, is just yourselves; that both you pared engineering cost esti- tacting St. Catherine Parish and asking Basin Initiative. A Republican admin- excited about next week. She will and city staff answer at all mates and had numerous e- them what was involved in becoming istration committed to NAFTA can once again be back in the classroom times to the voter. mails and other communica- a Catechist. I thought it would be bring about “hemispheric free trade.” teaching second grade Catechism to We understand why it tions with County staff and great to teach the children about Jesus The 2004 Platform credits the Bush the children of St. Catherine Parish in won’t be easy to keep an Commissioners. All of this and to have my mother assist me (I Administration for completed free Sebring. She said, “I’m getting older. open mind. was between August 5th — also was a teacher for emotionally dis- I hope it’s a small class of around 35 trade agreements with 12 countries, In many ways, Deleon has 7th, 2008, the date of the next turbed children). What started off as to 40 children!” including Chile, Costa Rica, El certainly been an asset to Board of Commissioners just a feeling of going in an endless My mother’s passion truly is teach- Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Avon Park. He re-organized meeting.” This meant the circle of frustration ended up giving ing. She started at the age of 9 when Nicaragua, the Dominican Republic the utilities and public works county had to choose my mother new life, new hope, and neighborhood children would gather and also Jordan and Morocco. The department, lowering rates; between Sebring and Sun ’N new happiness. Last year we worked in the back yard of her Milwaukee, Platform expresses support for and showed leadership as Lake, and went with the lat- together with kindergarten students Wis., home to learn from little Miss President Bush’s plan for a Middle interim city manager by cut- ter, hence the letter. and this school year we will work Maggie. After several months, aston- East Free Trade Area by 2013. ting costs and annexing prop- Deleon certainly shows he with the second-graders as they pre- ished parents would come to her The average American consumer erties to broaden the tax base. is efficient and focused, able pare to make their First Communion. house to thank her for all their chil- saves $2,000 a year because of free Given that the other two can- to close a deal. This year my mother looks forward dren had been learning. From there trade agreements, we are told. There’s didates for city manager are But here’s the thing, he with much excitement of being she went on to Milwaukee State no word on how much the American unknown, it will be difficult won in a way that created immersed in teaching her new class. Teacher’s College and started teaching worker loses. for you to remain unbiased problems, made enemies and Attending the monthly “Into the night classes to the foreign born adults The 2008 Republican Platform — especially as it seems left a bad taste. Fields” meetings, the seminars in while her husband, my dad, cared for favors “mutually beneficial trade clear to us that you and Making a city work is not a Sarasota, and even a spring retreat. me and my four brothers. During her agreements” with Latin America. Deleon have a comfortable game. It takes more than cun- She is alive again. college years and in her internship as Union bosses and Capitol Hill working relationship. ning. It takes cooperation and She is happy to be “going back to a teacher she had to teach in a variety Democrats are blamed for blocking a Second, we hope that you a soul. school.” of environments. The one room free trade agreement with Columbia. take the interview process Please ask Deleon if he JoMarie Grinkiewicz school house, schools in the poor sec- The Platform talks about “China’s full seriously and don’t ask ever thinks in terms of actual Sebring tions, the rich and elite. Only the integration into the global economy.” superficial questions and people living their lives, and strong would survive, and she was “Greater international trade” means don’t accept vague answers. if he cares at all for Global Republicans truly the strongest. more jobs and higher wages, we are For example, we expect Highlands County as a In 1956 my parents moved to Editor: told. Foreign markets are an opportu- you to draw out specifics whole. Hialeah, Fla., and it wasn’t long Many blame the Obama nity for small business. Agriculture from the candidates. And while you’re at it, ask before my mother was once again in Administration for the loss of jobs can face problems caused by “turbu- It isn’t enough for one to yourselves. the classroom. This time it was second caused by the global economy. They lence in global markets,” the Platform grade students at Immaculate obviously haven’t read the Republican admits. Conception school. It was here she Platforms for 2000, 2004 and 2008 Senator Marco Rubio is fully on EDITORIAL PAGE POLICY would remain for the next 25 years lately. board. According to his website, until her retirement with the Diocese The 2000 Republican Platform has Rubio “supports free trade agreements Make sure to sign your letter and include your address of Miami. the heading “Trade: The Force of with Columbia, Panama and South and phone number. Anonymous letters will be automati- After the death of my father on July Economic Freedom” and complains of Korea.” cally rejected. Please keep your letters to a maximum of 12, 2009 (my mother’s birthday), my the “counterproductive vestiges of Though unhelpful, Rep. Tom 400 words. Letters of local concern take priority. Send mom became more and more protectionism.” The benefits of free Rooney has a different stance. your letter to 2227 U.S. 27 South, Sebring, FL 33870; depressed, sad, and lonely. The love trade are “enormous” and will be According to ontheissues.org, drop it off at the same address; fax 385-1954; or e-mail of her life was now gone and she was “incalculable.” The Platform advo- Rooney’s stand on free trade is “No [email protected]. To make sure the editorial pages with us only in body – her heart, cates a free trade area of the Americas Stance On Record.” Rep. Dennis Ross aren’t dominated by the same writers, letters are limited to mind, and soul was with my dad. She and attacks President Clinton for fail- holds the seat formerly held by Adam two per month and a guest column can be submitted once felt she no longer had any reason to ing to accomplish this. Putnam. Again, Rep. Ross’ position is every three months. Opinions expressed in letters or live. Until that all changed last “Republican Presidents fought off “No Stance On Record.” columns are solely the opinion of that author and not nec- February with the lovely parishioners protectionist pressure,” “started to Dale L. Gillis essarily the opinion of the News-Sun. of St. Catherine Church. enlarge free trade arrangements” and Sebring

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By ED BALDRIDGE keep the “budget in balance.” the sheriff’s memo and proposed raises to employees and approxi- [email protected] Sheriff Susan Benton stated that cuts. mately $286,000 was proposed for SEBRING — County commis- she had different numbers, and her “We don’t have the authority to contributions to the dispatcher’s sioners told representatives from budget was approximately determine where the money is retirement program. the Highlands County Sheriff’s $24,413,000. spent,” said Stewart. “I don’t know if that is a wise Office that they would not tell them After some jousting with Board “With the million or so she is giv- decision in these economic times,” where to make cuts, but they still Chair Barbara Stewart at last ing back this year and the few hun- Elwell said. Helms wanted the sheriff’s budget trimmed week’s meeting, Sheriff Susan Benton dred thousand or so we are going to Stewart was moving on with the $1.73 million. Benton sent a memo to county staff sheriff’s budget, and directed her shuffle over, this current year there agenda when Helms asked for clari- County Administrator Ricky asking for a decision on proposed department to get to the number is a possibility to make cuts and not fication if the issue needed to be on Helms informed the public that his cuts of close to $1.006 million in Helms quoted. effect services,” Commissioner Don next week’s agenda. staff estimated a $22,681,611 cap specific programs and personnel. “That recommendation has not Elwell said. The board decided to stick to the on the sheriff’s portion of the budg- The board balked at approving changed,” Helms told the commis- In the proposed budget from the $22,681,611 sheriff’s budget with- et and that number was needed to specific line-by-line cuts to the sion as he declined to comment on sheriff, $250,419 was set aside for out a formal vote.

New evaluation system approval proving to be difficult problem Continued from page 1A What can we do to make this mutually bene- get,” said Vivianne Waldron, director of ficial? I want to be able to move forward, but Human Services, urging the board to go the deck is always stacked against us. We just ahead. “We have to get this all ready by Sept. want to follow the rules.” 30.” Board members asked school board attor- One of her biggest concerns is that union ney John McClure for his advice. members won’t be meeting until Sept. 2, and “We have a very difficult situation here,” that leaves almost no time. The district would he said. “It pains me to say this, but we are lose more than $2 million in Race To The Top where we’re at. You could call it an unfair funding if it doesn’t meet the deadline, she labor practice. I don’t make the rules, I just said. tell you the rules.” “It’s an unfair labor practice,” Picklesimer The board withheld approval of the teacher said. “I can’t say it any stronger than that. It evaluation system pending the union’s negoti- is not my intent to have a ‘gotcha’ moment. ation.

MARTIAL ARTS (pp); 3.639"; 3"; Black; ff main top News-Sun photo by KATARA SIMMONS Albin “Big Al” Pelski of Toby the Clown Foundation makes balloon sculptures Thursday Specialty rhp only pg 3 or 5; 0 0 0 1 0 6 8 2 during the 12th Annual Boys and Girls Club of Sebring. license plate sales on decline Back to School Bash TAMPA — Sales of spe- cialty license plates in Florida are on the decline. Records show 1.4 million gets students ready specialty plates were sold in 2010, compared to 1.6 mil- By SAMANTHA GHOLAR ents sound advice on health lion the year before. [email protected] care with an emphasis on Just two of the top 60 SEBRING — The sixth dental care. plates saw an increase: “In annual Back to School Bash “We have toothbrushes, God We Trust,” which sold was held Thursday morning pamphlets and information more than 6,000 in 2010, and at the Highlands County about the clinics in the the Miami Heat plate, which Boys and Girls Club. The county. This is a list of par- sold 21,600. bash, headed by the ents...they sign up and we The economy and fewer NEWS-SUN Washington Heights give them a call about registered vehicles are among The news is just a click away! Concerned Citizens Group appointments and other possible factors. www.newssun.com along with the Florida info,” said one health Sportsmen Association, was a welcomed event for the department employee. HODGES UNIVERSITY; 5.542"; 10.5"; Black plus three; process, p/u 8/7/11; 0 0 0 1 0 9 0 8 upcoming school year. One Sebring police offi- Hundreds of kids and par- cer was informing students ents turned out for the event. and parents about bicycle Volunteers Carla Bullock safety. The officer also and Vann Crumity were busy offered pamphlets, coloring tearing off raffle tickets for sheets and information on students around noon News-Sun photo by being a safe pedestrian and Thursday. KATARA SIMMONS cyclist. Reflectors, “Right now we are giving Marquielle Tory sorts bracelets and lights were through his backpack away tickets for prizes. We handed out to students at are all out of backpacks and Tuesday during the Back to School Bash at the Boys the station. school supplies, but we have and Girls Club of Sebring. The Sebring Fire gift cards so that they can go More than 160 backpacks Department gave a demon- purchase things they might were given away during the stration of a safety routine need,” said Crumity. free event. and displayed their tools The volunteers gave out and items to the students. more than 160 backpacks Davis was busy giving hair Thursday morning, but it cuts to young boys inside The students whose raffle simply was not enough to the Boys and Girls Club numbers were called were help everyone. building. Several boys were awarded various gift cards The event also offered seated on the stage waiting and certificates including a various services to get the for their turn in the chair. K-Mart gift card, Chili’s students back to school in The Highlands County and Outback gift certifi- tip-top shape. Health Department was cates, as well as free hair Licensed barber Dennis present as well, giving par- service certificates.

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ROAD SHOW ESTATE BUYERS; 5.542"; 21.5"; Black plus three; process, Influx of working-age 8/14,17,19; 0 0 0 1 0 9 9 8 adults fuels state’s growth By MIKE SCHNEIDER County, a lot of those condos Broward County, known for Associated Press have had a pretty good piece its “condo canyons” of ORLANDO — Working- of turnover in the last 10 retirees, as it did in Pinellas age adults made up Florida’s years. There are a lot of peo- County, whose retiree popu- fastest-growing age group in ple who are younger who are lation was given the the past decade, according to living in places that before Hollywood treatment in the census data released you would have expected not 1985 movie “Cocoon.” Thursday, helping push the to see anybody under the age Florida’s seniors flocked to Sunshine State down several of 75.” new retiree destinations in rungs in the ranking of states From 2000 to 2010, work- the state, such as The with the nation’s oldest popu- ing-age residents grew by Villages in Sumter County, lation. more than a fifth, while north of Orlando, and new The figures show that resi- Florida’s seniors, 65 years golf communities in north- dents ages 18 to 64 propelled and older, grew by only a east Florida near Florida’s growth in boom sixth. Floridians under age 18 Jacksonville. counties on the periphery of rose by less than a tenth. Richard and Catherine major metro areas — places The influx of working-age Conti owned a condo in Boca such as Osceola County out- adults helped push Florida Raton that they used for side Orlando, St. Johns and down the rankings of states vacations away from their Flagler counties near with the oldest population. home in Rhode Island. But Jacksonville and Pasco Florida now has the fifth- when they wanted to retire County outside St. highest median age, 40.7, full time in 2001, they decid- Petersburg — at least until trailing Maine, Vermont, ed to live in The Villages. the boom ended in a housing West Virginia and New They were lured by the bust at the end of the decade. Hampshire. It had the sec- chance to play nonstop golf, At the same time, tradi- ond-highest a decade ago, but they also found that the tional retiree havens such as and two decades ago it had dollar went a lot further in Broward and Pinellas coun- the highest median age. central Florida than it did in ties lost seniors and gained Monroe County, home to South Florida. working-age adults. Gulf the Florida Keys, was “It’s more expensive there Coast counties with large Florida’s only county that than here,” said Catherine numbers of retirees, such as lost working-age adults. It Conti, 70. “I didn’t want to Hernando and Pasco coun- also had about a fifth fewer go into debt or anything. I ties, saw their concentration residents under the age of 18 wanted to have a nice retire- of seniors diluted with the than it did a decade ago, but ment.” arrival of younger residents. it gained in senior residents. For female retirees in “There have been a lot Traditional retiree havens Florida, the dating pool more young people moving such as Broward County, improved over the past in,” said Jeff Johnson, AARP home to Fort Lauderdale, and decade. The average number Florida interim state director. Pinellas County, home to St. of males for every 100 “Some of the big Broward Petersburg, even lost seniors females over age 65 in condos, which are sort of during the decade. The work- Florida went from 76.5 to stereotypical of Broward ing-age population rose in 80.2.

Courtesy photo Lance Cpl. Peter E. Clary, at left under aircraft, a Moscow, Idaho, native; Lance Cpl. Kyle M. Rowe, a Troy, Ohio, native; and Cpl. Zachary G. Mills, an Orlando, native, all Marine Attack Squadron 513 ordnance technicians, disarm one of the squadron’s AV-8B Harriers before it returns to the docking area at Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan, on June 6. Stand by our soldiers Continued from page 2A sion in Afghanistan doesn’t wrote. “He sees me on the mean this summer has been computer, lunges for the ible wounds of war, these easy. screen, and says ‘Dada.’ issues are very serious con- “Yes, it’s tough,” the sol- “It melts my heart and cerns for U.S. troops, veter- dier wrote. “And yes, it’s reminds me why I’m doing ans and military families. But according to Hegseth, hard to be away from fami- this,” the soldier continued. challenges should not be ly.” “(It’s) for them and for the mistaken for weariness. Before Hegseth’s latest simple joys that all “We’re not ‘tired,’” combat deployment, the sol- Americans cherish.” Hegseth, the former execu- dier and his wife welcomed At this hour, as more flag- tive director of Vets for their first child, a son who is draped caskets come home Freedom, an organization now 13 months old. Hegseth from the battlefield, our committed to victory in said he misses his little boy brave men and women in Afghanistan and Iraq, wrote. tremendously and worries uniform are standing guard “We’re savvy, committed, about his wife, who must around the world. No matter war-tested, and more experi- spend a year raising their how difficult, we must set enced than ever. America’s child on her own. aside our differences and military today is the greatest Yet because of his soul stand by them, even from fighting force the world has mate’s support and strength, half a world away. ever seen, and the only way as well as the opportunity to we will ‘break’ our military see his son via Skype, To find out more about Tom is if we don’t give it the Hegseth remembers what he Sileo or to read features by other resources it needs to fight is fighting for. Creators Syndicate writers and and support it needs to win.” “I’m able to talk to her cartoonists, visit the Creators Hegseth’s steadfast belief regularly and see my little Syndicate website at www.cre- in America’s post-9/11 mis- son grow up,” Hegseth ators.com.

Report of oil sheen in Gulf

Associated Press sheen — a shiny coating that floats on the LONDON — A new oil sheen was spotted surface of the water which generally comes in the Gulf of Mexico, although energy com- from leaked or spilled oil — but had conclud- pany BP said Thursday the discovery had ed “that it couldn’t have been from anything nothing to do with its operations and was far of ours.” from the site of its disaster-hit Macondo well. A statement from BP PLC placed the site of A spokesman for another company the sheen near two abandoned exploration involved in investigating the sheen said he well sites in the Green Canyon Block in the believed it had already dissipated since being Gulf of Mexico, although its size and exact first spotted last week. location wasn’t disclosed. BP spokesman Daren Beaudo said his com- The Green Canyon Block — a huge square- pany had sent several remotely controlled shaped area of water south of Louisiana — is mini-submersibles into the water over the south and west of the Mississippi Canyon weekend to investigate the source of the Block where the Macondo well blew up.

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1000 1050 Legals 1050 Legals 1050 Legals 1050 Legals 1050 Legals Announcements dova Street, Lake Placid, Florida 33852 and is DeSoto Campus, 2251 NE Turner Ave. Ronald A. Jones RIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT more fully described as: Arcadia, FL 4276 Sturgeon Drive FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT Lot 1, Block 449, Leisure Lakes Section Seven- Sebring, FL 33870 BARRED. IN AND FOR HIGHLANDS COUNTY, FLORIDA teen, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Wednesday, February 22, 2012 NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION Legals BREED & NUNNALLEE, P.A. Plat Book 9, Page(s) 15, Public Records of High- Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m. Attorneys for Personal Representative: FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) CASE NO. 09-000508-GCS 1050 YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT'S DATE lands County, Florida. Lake Placid Center, 500 Interlake Blvd. 325 NORTH COMMERCE AVENUE BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, L.P. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT 5. The Defendant is required to file written de- Lake Placid, FL SEBRING, FL 33870 OF DEATH IS BARRED. F/K/A COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, OF THE 10TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT fenses with the Clerk of the Court and to serve a Telephone: (863) 382-3154 The date of first publication of this Notice is L.P., OF FLORIDA, IN AND FOR HIGHLANDS COUNTY copy within thirty (30) days after the first publica- Wednesday, March 28, 2012 By: /s/ Thomas L. Nunnallee August 12, 2011. Plaintiff, Case #: GCS 11-452 tion of this Notice on Lynn A. Brauer, Esq., An- Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m. Florida Bar No. 0062162 Personal Representative: vs. Judge: J. David Langford thony & Partners, LLC, 201 N. Franklin Street, Highlands Campus, 600 W. College Dr., E-mail Address: [email protected] /s/ John J. Drost BRYAN G. HOFFMAN, et. al. BROWN & BRWON INVESTMENTS, LLC Suite 2800, Tampa, Florida 33602, attorney for Avon Park, FL August 19, 26, 2011 1944 Highlands Blvd Defendant(s) Plaintiff(s), the Plaintiff, Highlands Independent Bank. Avon Park, Florida 33825 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE -vs.- DATED on August 5, 2011. Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Attorney for Personal Representative: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final IN THE CIRCUIT COURT JIMMIE JOHNSON, CHARLENE HORNES, CAR- BOB GERMAINE Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m. /s/ David F. Lanier Judgment of Foreclosure dated August 3, 2011, HIGHLANDS COUNTY, FLORIDA MINA L. MESSNER, and FORREST H. HILTON, As Clerk of the Court Highlands Campus, 600 W. College Dr., E-Mail Address: [email protected] and entered in Case No. 09-000508-GCS of the PROBATE DIVISION Personal Representative of the Estate of Lois W. By: /s/ Toni Kopp Avon Park, FL Florida Bar No. 045399 Circuit Court of the TENTH Judicial Circuit in and FILE NO. PC 11-350 Bagwell, deceased. As Deputy Clerk DAVID F. LANIER for Highlands County, Florida, wherein BAC HOME IN RE: ESTATE OF Defendant(s) August 19, 26, 2011 Wednesday, May 23, 2012 P.O. Box 400 LOANS SERVICING, L.P. F/K/A COUNTRYWIDE JACK E. HIBBLER, SR., NOTICE OF ACTION - PROPERTY Budget Workshop - 4:00 p.m. Avon Park, Florida 33826-0400 HOME LOANS SERVICING, L.P., is a Plaintiff and Deceased. TO: Jimmie Johnosn Highlands Campus, 600 W. College Dr., Telephone: (863)453-4457 BRYAN G. HOFFMAN, NIN P. HOFFMAN, UN- IN THE CIRCUIT COURT NOTICE TO CREDITORS 812 S. Florida Ave. Avon Park, FL August 12, 19, 2011 KNOWN TENANTS are the Defendants. Robert OF THE 10TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT The administration of the estate of JACK E. Avon Park, FL 33825 Germaine as The Clerk of the Circuit Court will sell IN AND FOR HIGHLANDS COUNTY, FLORIDA HIBBLER, deceased, whose date of death was STATE OF FLORIDA CASE NO. 28-2011-CA-000433 Wednesday, May 23, 2012 to the highest and best bidder for cash in the Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m. July 13, 2011, and whose social security number DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION JURY ASSEMBLY ROOM, BASEMENT, 430 SOUTH METLIFE HOME LOANS, A DIVISION OF METLIFE is 278-24-4648, is pending in the Circuit Court NOTICE OF DRAFT PERMIT Charlene Hornes BANK, N.A., Highlands Campus, 600 W. College Dr., COMMERCE AVENUE, SEBRING, FL 33870 AT 812 S. Florida Ave. Avon Park, FL for Highlands County, Florida, Probate Division, The Florida Department of Environmental Pro- 11:00 A.M. on September 6, 2011, the following Plaintiff, the address of which is 590 S. Commerce Ave- tection (FDEP) gives notice of its preparation of a Avon Park, FL 33825 vs. described property as set forth in said Final Judg- or if any of the aforesaid persons is dead, then his Wednesday, June 27, 2012 nue, Sebring, FL 33870. The names and ad- draft permit for Triple G Dairy, to be issued to ment, to wit: DORIS H. TRAVIS, et al., dresses of the personal representative and the Goolsbys Incorporated. The proposed permit or her unknown heirs, devisees, legatees or grant- Defendants. Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m. LOT 5383 AND LOT 5384, AVON PARK ees; and any and all other persons or parties Hardee Campus, 2968 US Hwy 17 N personal representative's attorney are set forth authorizes the operation of the waste manage- LAKES, UNIT NO. 17, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT NOTICE OF ACTION below. ment system in accordance with the approved claiming by, though, under or against them; and TO: Bowling Green, FL THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 5, PAGE 10, all claimants, persons or parties, natural or corpo- All creditors of the decedent and other persons Nutrient Management Plan, which also limits the OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF HIGHLANDS DORIS H. TRAVIS AND UNKNOWN SPOUSE having claims or demands against decedent's es- herd size and management practices. The permit rate, or whose exact legal status, if known, claim- OF DORIS H. TRAVIS if alive, and/or dead his Wednesday, July 25, 2012 COUNTY, FLORIDA. ing under any of the above named or interest in Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m. tate on whom a copy of this notice is required to will also provide coverage under the National Pol- Any person claiming an interest in the surplus (their) unknown heirs, devisees, legatees or grant- be served must file their claims with this court lutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), as and to the lands hereinafter described. ees and all persons or parties claiming by, DeSoto Campus, 2251 NE Turner Ave. from the sale, if any, other than the property YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that an Action to Arcadia, FL WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE delegated to the state by the U.S. Environmental owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a through, under or against him (them). TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NO- Protection Agency. The dairy is located at 1275 Quiet Title for the following described property in Residence is unknown. General Subject Matter to Be Considered: Items claim within 60 days after the sale. Highlands County, Florida, to wit: of interest to the District Board of Trustees, in- TICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE Triple G Road, Sebring, Florida 33870. An Admin- Dated this 3rd day of August, 2011. YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an Action for fore- OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. istrative Order (No. AO-11-008-IW-28-SED) will Lot 16, Block H, TOWN OF AVON PARK, Section closure of a mortgage on the following property in cluding but not limited to, personnel matters, pol- Robert Germaine 22, Township 33 South, Range 28 East, accord- icy matters, business affairs, academic and stu- All other creditors of the decedent and other also be issued concurrent with the permit. The Or- As Clerk of the Court HIGHLANDS County, Florida: persons having claims or demands against dece- der requires a ground water investigation to deter- ing to the Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 1, LOT 8845 AND 8846, AVON PARK LAKES dent affairs, curriculum, grants, agreements, pur- By: /s/ Annette E. Daff Page 58, Public Records of Highlands County, chasing/construction, fee changes, monthly finan- dent's estate must file their claims with this court mine if there is excessive seepage from the La- As Deputy Clerk UNIT NO. 27, AS PER PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE goon/Waste Storage Pond. The Department has Florida. IN PLAT BOOK 5, PAGE 27, OF THE PUBLIC RE- cial report, and other routine business. A copy of Dated this 3rd day of August, 2011. Parcel ID Number A 22-33-28-010-00H0-0160 the Agenda may be obtained by contacting the FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. assigned permit application file number IMPORTANT CORDS OF HIGHLANDS COUNTY, FLORIDA. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PE- FLA136590-003-IW4A to the project. has been filed against you and you are required to has been filed against you and you are required to President's office at (863)784-7110. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities serve a copy of your written defenses, if any to it, IF A PERSON DECIDES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION RIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE Any interested person may submit written Act, IF YOU ARE A PERSON WITH A DISABILITY serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER comments on the draft permit of the Department on the Plaintiff(s) attorney, whose name and ad- on SPEAR AND HOFFMAN, P.A., Attorneys, whose MADE BY THE DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES WHO NEEDS ANY ACCOMMODATION IN ORDER dress is: David F. Lanier, Esq., P.O. Box 400, WITH RESPECT TO ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT BARRED. or may submit a written request for a public meet- TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS PROCEEDING, YOU ARE address is 9700 South Dixie Highway, Suite 610, NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET ing to Bradley Akers, FDEP Southeast District, Avon Park, Florida 33826-0400, and file the origi- Miami, Florida 33156, (305) 670-2299, within 30 THIS MEETING, THAT PERSON WILL NEED A RE- ENTITLED, AT NO COST TO YOU, TO THE PROVI- nal with the Clerk of the above styled Court on or CORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS, AND MAY NEED TO FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS 400 North Congress Avenue, Suite 200, West SION OF CERTAIN ASSISTANCE. PLEASE CON- days after the first publication of the notice, and to OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT'S DATE OF Palm Beach, FL 33401, in accordance with rule before September 20, 2011, otherwise a judg- file the original with the Clerk of this Court either ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE TACT THE OFFICE OF THE COURT ADMINISTRA- ment may be entered against you for the relief de- PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, WHICH RECORD IN- DEATH IS BARRED. 62-620.555 of the Florida Administrative Code. TOR(863)534-4690, WITHIN TWO (2) WORKING before service on SPEAR AND HOFFMAN, P.A., at- The date of first publication of this Notice is The comments or request for a public meeting manded in the Complaint. torneys or immediately thereafter; otherwise a de- CLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON DAYS OF YOUR RECEIPT OF THIS NOTICE OF WITNESS my hand and the seal of said Court WHICH THE APPEAL IS TO BE BASED. August 19, 2011. must contain the information set forth below and FORECLOSURE SALE; IF YOU ARE HEARING OR fault will be entered against you for the relief de- Personal Representative: must be received in the Office within 30 days of on August 9, 2011. manded in the Complaint or Petition. August 17, 19, 2011 VOICE IMPAIRED, CALL TDD (863)534-7777 OR ROBERT W. GERMAINE /s/ JACK E. HIBBLER, JR. publication of this notice. Failure to submit com- FLORIDA RELAY SERVICE) 711. WITNESS my hand and seal of this Court on IN THE CIRCUIT COURT Clerk of said Circuit Court 1010 Exeter Road ments or request a public meeting within this time August 19, 26, 2011 this 8 day of AUGUST, 2011. FOR HIGHLANDS COUNTY, FLORIDA By: /s/ Priscilla Michalak Whitehall, OH 43213 period shall constitute a waiver of any right such ROBERT W. GERMAINE, CLERK PROBATE DIVISION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT Deputy Clerk Attorney for Personal Representative:s person may have to submit comments or request As Clerk of the Court FILE NO. PC 11-344 IN AND FOR HIGHLANDS COUNTY, FLORIDA August 12, 19, 26; September 2, 2011 /s/ ROBERT E. LIVINGSTON a public meeting under Rule 62-620.555, Florida By: /s/ Annette E. Daff IN RE: ESTATE OF Florida Bar No. 0031259 Administrative Code. CIVIL DIVISION As Deputy Clerk CASE NO.: 10-000433-GCS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT HOWARD EDWARD JONES 445 S. Commerce Avenue The comments or request for a public meeting August 19, 26, 2011 a/k/a EDWARD JONES Sebring, FL 33870 must contain the following information: DEUTSCHE BANK NAATIONAL TRUST COMPANY OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT AS TRUSTEE FOR THE HOLDERS OF GSAMP IN AND FOR HIGHLANDS COUNTY, FLORIDA NOTICE OF MEETING DATES a/k/a H.E. JONES Telephone: (863)385-5156 (a) The commenter's name, address, and Deceased. August 19, 26, 2011 telephone number, the applicant's name and ad- TRUST 2004-AR1, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CIVIL DIVISION SOUTH FLORIDA COMMUNITY COLLEGE CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-AR1 Case No.: 502011CA245XXXXMB DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES NOTICE TO CREDITORS dress, the Department Permit File Number and the IN THE CIRCUIT COURT Plaintiff, HIGHLANDS INDEPENDENT BANK, The regular monthly meetings, planning work- The administration of the estate of Howard Ed- county in which the project is proposed; FOR HIGHLANDS COUNTY, FLORIDA vs. Plaintiff, shop, and budget workshop of the South Florida ward Jones a/k/a Edward Jones a/k/a H.E. Jones, (b) A statement of how and when notice of the PROBATE DIVISION BEN MAGNO; JOVITA MAGNO; , AND ALL UN- vs. Community College District Board of Trustees will deceased, whose date of death was February Department action or proposed action was re- FILE NO. PC 11-336 KNOWN PARTIES CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, UN- MICHELLE FOGG and JEFF FOGG be held, with the general public invited, as listed 4th, 2011, is pending in the Circuit Court for ceived; IN RE: ESTATE OF DER, AND AGAINST THE HEREIN NAMED Defendants. below: Highlands Court, Florida, Probate Division, the ad- (c) A statement of the facts the Department LEONARD WALTER RISING INDIVIDUAL DEFENDANT(S) WHO ARE NOT NOTICE OF ACTION Wednesday, August 24, 2011 dress of which is 590 South Commerce Avenue, should consider in making the final decision; a.k.a. LEONARD W. RISING KNOWN TO BE DEAD OR ALIVE, WHETHER SAID AS TO JEFF FOGG Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m. Sebring, FL 33870. The names and addresses of (d) A statement of which rules or statutes re- Deceased. UNKNOWN PARTIES MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST AS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT Highlands Inde- Highlands Campus, 600 W. College Dr., the personal representative and the personal rep- quire reversal or modification of the Department NOTICE TO CREDITORS SPOUSES, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES OR pendent Bank, (the ``Plaintiff''), by and through its Avon Park, FL resentative's attorney are set forth below. action or proposed action; and The administration of the estate of LEONARD OTHER CLAIMANTS; JOHN DOE AND JANE DOE undersigned attorneys, filed a complaint (the All creditors of the decedent and other persons (e) If desired, a request that a public meeting WALTER RISING a.k.a. LEONARD W. RISING, de- AS UNKNOWN TENANTS IN POSSESSION ``Complaint'') in the Tenth Judicial Circuit in and Wednesday, September 28, 2011 having claims or demands against decedent's es- be scheduled including a statement of the nature ceased, whose date of death was December 8, Defendants. for Highlands County, Florida. Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m. tate on whom a copy of this notice is required to of the issues proposed to be raised at the meet- 2010, and whose social security number is NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 1. In the Complaint, the Plaintiff seeks relief Hardee Campus, 2968 US Hwy 17 N. be served must file their claims with this court ing. However, the Department may not always xxx-xx-xxxx, is pending in the Circuit Court for NOTICE is hereby given that the undersigned against defendant, Jeff Fogg. Bowling Green, FL WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE grant a request for a public meeting. Therefore, Highlands County, Florida, Probate Division, the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Highlands County, 2. This is an action for damages in excess of TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NO- written comments should be submitted within 30 address of which is 430 S. Commerce Avenue, Florida, will on the 7th day of September, 2011, $15,000.00. The Complaint alleges damages re- Wednesday, November 2, 2011 TICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE days of publication of this notice, even if a public Sebring, FL 33870. The names and addresses of at 11:00 o'clock A.M. at the in the Jury Assembly sulting from the default of certain Loan Docu- Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m. OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. meeting is requested. the personal representative and the personal rep- Room in the basement of the Highlands County ments, as more fully described in the Complaint, Lake Placid Center, 500 Interlake Blvd. All other creditors of the decedent and persons If a public meeting is scheduled the public resentative's attorney are set forth below. Courthouse located at 430 South Commerce Ave- including, but not limited to, a Promissory Note Lake Placid, FL having claims or demands against decedent's es- comment period is extended until the close of the All creditors of the decedent and other per- nue, Sebring, Florida at 11:00 A.M., offer for sale and a Mortgage, and seeks foreclosure of real tate must file their claim with this court WITHIN 3 public meeting. If a public meeting is held any sons having claims or demands against dece- and sell at public outcry to the highest and best property, as more fully described below. Wednesday, December 7, 2011 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLI- person may submit oral or written statements and dent's estate on whom a copy of this notice is re- bidder for cash, the following-described property 3. This action is pending in the Tenth Judicial Planning Workshop - 4:00 p.m. CATION OF THIS NOTICE. data at the meeting on the Department proposed quired to be served must file their claims with this situate in Highlands County, Florida: Circuit in and for Highlands County, Florida. Highlands Campus, 600 W. College Dr., ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WITHIN THE TIME action. As a result of significant public comment court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER LOTS 5, 6, 11, 13 AND 14, BLOCK 97 OF 4. The real property is located at 1059 Cor- Avon Park, FL PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF the Department final action may be different from THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS the position taken by it in this draft permit. UNIT ONE OR LAKE LILLIAN SECTION HIGHLANDS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERV- LAKES SUBDIVISION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT Wednesday, December 7, 2011 BARRED. The permit application file and supporting ICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. THEREOF AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 2, PAGE Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET data are available for public inspection during All other creditors of the decedent and other 77 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF HIGHLANDS Classified ads Highlands Campus, 600 W. College Dr., FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) normal business hours, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., persons having claims or demands against dece- COUNTY, FLORIDA. Avon Park, FL YEARS OF MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT'S DATE Monday through Friday, except legal holidays, at get fast results OF DEATH IS BARRED. dent's estate must file their claims with this court the DEP Southeast District office, 400 North Con- AND WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE ALL OF BLOCK 85 AND ALL OF BLOCK 97, AND Wednesday, January 25, 2012 The date of first publication of this Notice is gress Avenue, Suite 200, West Palm Beach, FL 314-9876 FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. THE E 1/2 OF DURANTA ROAD, LYING SOUTH OF Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m. August 19, 2011. 33401, Tel. (561) 681-6600. Personal Representative: ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PE- August 19, 2011 THE SOUTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF AVON C M Y K

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1050 Legals BOULEVARD AND NORTH OF THE NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF ACACIA DRIVE AND THAT POR- TION OF STRATFORD ROAD LYING WESTERLY OF THE WEST LINE OF LOT 5, IN BLOCK 97, (EX- TENDED) OF A REPLAT OF UNIT ONE OR LAKE LILLIAN SECTION HIGHLANDS LAKES SUBDIVI- SION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 3, PAGE 44, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF HIGHLANDS COUNTY, FLORIDA. pursuant to the Final Judgment entered in a case pending in said Court, the style of which is indi- cated above. Any person or entity claiming an interest in the surplus, if any, resulting from the foreclosure sale, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens, mus file a claim on same with the Clerk of Court within 60 days after the foreclosure sale. WITNESS my hand and official seal of said Court this 4th day of August, 2011. If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this pro- ceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the Office of the Court Administrator, (941)534-4690, within two (2) working days of your receipt of this notice; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call (TDD) (941) 534-7777, or Florida Relay Service 800-955-8770. CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT By: /s/ Toni Kopp Deputy Clerk August 19, 26, 2011 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 10TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR HIGHLANDS COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL DIVISION CASE NO.: 28-2010-CA-000737 WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., Plaintiff, vs. ALBERTO BLANCO; GRISELLE BLANCO; UN- KNOWN TENANTS(S); IN POSSESSION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY, Defendants. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Final Judg- ment of Foreclosure dated the 3rd day of August, 2011, and entered in Case No. 28-2010-CA-000737, of the Circuit Court of the 10TH Judicial Circuit in and for Highlands County, Florida, wherein WELLS FARGO BANK, NA, is the Plaintiff and ALBERTO BLANCO; GRISELLE BLANCO and UNKNOWN TENANTS(S) IN POSSES- SION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY, are defen- dants. I will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at the HIGHLANDS COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 430 SOUTH COMMERCE AVENUE, SEBRING, FL 33870 at the Highlands County Courthouse in Se- bring, Florida, at 11:00 a.m. on the 6th day of September, 2011, the following described prop- erty as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: LOT 5, BLOCK 751, OF SUN 'N LAKES ESTATES OF SEBRING UNIT 15 R1, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 15, PAGE 64, BEING A 1989 REPLAT OF UNIT 15 AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 15, PAGE 40, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF HIGHLANDS COUNTY, FLORIDA. ANY PERSON CLAIMING AN INTEREST IN THE SURPLUS FROM THE SALE, IF ANY, OTHER THAN THE PROPERTY OWNER AS OF THE DATE OF THE LIS PENDENS MUST FILE A CLAIM WITHIN 60 DAYS AFTER THE SALE. Dated this 3rd day of August, 2011. Robert W. Germaine Clerk Of The Circuit Court By: /s/ Annette E. Daff Deputy Clerk August 19, 26, 2011 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR HIGHLANDS COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO. PC 11-290 IN RE: ESTATE OF MARIA ANTONIA COSTA, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of MARIA ANTONIA COSTA, Deceased, whose date of death profefssional services directory was January 15, 2011, is pending in the Circuit Court for Highlands County, Florida, Probate Divi- 5x21.5 sion, the address of which is 590 South Com- merce Avenue, Sebring, FL 33870-3867. The 00010683 names and addresses of the personal represen- tative and the personal representative's attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other per- sons having claims or demands against dece- dent's estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AF- TER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against dece- dent's estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT'S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this Notice is August 12, 2011. Personal Representative: Josephine Salome Costa Yuhacik 314 Starfruit Avenue Lake Placid, Florida 33852 Attorney for Personal Representative: Scott R. Bugay, Esquire Attorney for the Personal Representative Florida Bar No. 5207 Citicentre, Suite P600 290 North West 165th Street Miami, FL 33169 Telephone: (305) 956-9040 Fax: (305) 945-2905 August 12, 19, 2011 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR HIGHLANDS COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO. 11-128 GCS

MIDFLORIDA CREDIT UNION, F/K/A MIDFLORIDA FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, Plaintiff, v. MAYRA E. GARCIA; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF MAYRA E. GARCIA; TENANT #1; TENANT #2; and ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, AND UNDER, AND AGAINST THE HEREIN-NAMED DEFENDANTS WHO ARE NOT KNOWN TO BE DEAD OR ALIVE, WHETHER SAID UNKNOWN PARTIES MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST AS SPOUSES, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, OR OTHER CLAIMANTS, Defendants. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Final Judgment entered in this cae in the Circuit Court of Polk County, Florida, the real property de- scribed as:: LOT 26 AND THE NORTH 1/2 OF LAT 27, BLOCK 55, LAKEWOOD TERRACES, SHEET 3, AC- CORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF AS RE- CORDED IN PLAT BOOK 2, PAGE(S) 94, PUBLIC RECORDS OF HIGHLANDS COUNTY, FLORIDA. will be sold at public sale to the highest and best bidder for cash on 31 day of August, 2011, at 11:00 a.m. at the Highlands County Courthouse, 590 S. Commerce Avenue, Sebring, Florida 33870 DATE: July 29, 2011. BOB GERMAINE Clerk of Court By: /s/ Annette E. Daff Deputy Clerk If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this pro- ceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the Office of the Court Administrator, 255 N. Broad- way Avenue, Bartow, Florida 33830, (863) 534-4686, at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. August 12, 19, 2011

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Page 9A News-Sun G Friday, August 19, 2011 www.newssun.com NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS VERANDA BREEZE 1050 Legals 1050 Legals 1100 Announcements 2100 Help Wanted APARTMENT AND TOWNHOMES 7180 Furniture IN THE CIRCUIT COURT In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities BUSY EYE CLINIC has openings in all Affordable Housing ENTERTAINMENT CENTER 3 pc. Oak. OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT Act, persons with disabilities needing a special positions. Full time/part time. Send re- Income Restrictions Apply. Broyhill $450 Will sell in separate OF FLORIDA, IN AND FOR HIGHLANDS COUNTY accommodation to participate in this proceeding CHECK sume to : P.O. Box 991 Lake Placid 2, 3, & 4 Bedrooms pieces. Call 863-699-1918 CIVIL DIVISION should contact the agency sending this notice at 33862. Clubhouse-Playground LOVESEAT & 2 chairs, Italian Leather, Case No. 28-2011-CA-000337 434 Fernleaf Ave., Sebring, FL 33870, Telephone Resident Activities-Computer Lab CENLAR FSB 863/402-7228 not later than seven days prior to CARPENTERS NEEDED Experienced. Latte in color. Great cond. $575 Call 2308 Wightman Avenue 863-381-8120 Plaintiff, the proceeding. If hearing impaired, (TTD) YOUR AD Must have passport and able to travel Sebring, FL 33870 vs. 1-800-955-8771, or Voice (V) 1-800-955-8770, out of Country. Drug free work place. MATTRESS QUEEN size w/box spring. Please check your ad on the first Phone 863-382-0044 THURMAN L. HARLOW, et al. via Florida Relay Services. Salary based on experience. Call TTY/TDD - 711 $60 Call 863-873-0689 Defendants. August 5, 12, 19, 26, 2011 day it runs to make sure it is cor- 863-465-4400. NOTICE OF ACTION NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE rect. Sometimes instructions over EXPERIENCED PLOW FOREMAN TO: UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF SHIRLEY M. HARLOW NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Pursuant to a WRIT 3 years plus a must. Experienced in Miscellaneous CURRENT RESIDENCE UNKNOWN the phone are misunderstood and OF EXECUTION issued out of the Circuit Court of plowing & locating telephone and 7300 LAST KNOWN ADDRESS an error can occur. If this happens the Seventeenth Judicial Circuit In and For Brow- fiber optics. Call 863-443-6250 LIFESTYLE ST210 stair climber $50; TV 3916 RAMIRO ST ard County, Florida, on the 13th day of January, to you, please call us the first day cabinet w/ shelves $25; Computer desk SEBRING, FL 33872 2010, in the cause wherein ADORNO & YOSS, your ad appears and we will be LIVE-IN HOUSEKEEPER. Responsibili- Furnished Houses $35; Kirby vacuum w/ shampooer $300; You are notified that an action to foreclosure a LLP, a limited liability partnership, is Plaintiff, and happy to fix it as soon as we can. ties include, cooking, cleaning, house- 6250 40 size FunFly remote control airplane mortgage on the following property in Highlands FRED STERNBERG, an individual, BONNIE STERN- hold chores. Call 863-873-8303 LAKE PLACID - Near Lake Placid Boat w/ 5 servos $25. 863-465-5434 County, Florida: BERG, an individual, BBBENTLEY CORP., f/k/a If We can assist you, please call us: MEDICAL ASSISTING INSTRUCTORS Ramp with lake access. Furnished 2/1, LOT 26, BLOCK 22, OF SUN 'N LAKE ESTATES Baxter International Corp. a dissolved Florida profit 385-6155 Immediate P/T openings to teach medi- appliances, A/C. $650/mo. + $500 OF SEBRING, UNIT 2, ACCORDING TO PLAT corporation, and BBBaxter LLC. a dissolved Dela- Bargain Buys News-Sun Classified cal front office skills & other related security. 863-465-1354. THEREOF AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 9, PAGE ware limited liability company, are Defendants, 7310 courses. Training as a Medical Assis- 48, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF HIGHLANDS being Case No. 09-020781-09 in the said Court, SEBRING SEASONAL RENTAL/BUY. ADING MACHINE - Untsonic XL-121 tant & min. 2 yrs. related exp. req. LPN COUNTY, FLORIDA. I, Susan Benton, Sheriff of Highlands County, Flor- Legals Fountainhead Condo's. 2/2. Tastefully electric w/ 2 rolls. $50 863-655-0342 or RN will also be considered. Open un- commonly known as 3916 RAMIRO ST, SEBRING, ida, have levied upon all of the Defendant, BON- 1050 decorated, on Lake Jackson, totally fur- til filled. Hourly rate determined accord- ANTENNA POLE Never used 30', heavy FL 33872 has been filed against you and you are NIE STERNBERG's, right, title and interest in and SHEILA R. UCCELLINI nished. Rent $1200/mo. Buy ing to educational level. duty telescoping mast. Only $70 Call required to serve a copy of your written defenses, to the following described REAL property in High- Sheila Ryan (Mullen) Uccellini, 64 of Brunswick, $96,000.00. Call 765-891-0230 www.southfloridaedu/hr. 863-873-4939 if any, to it on Ashley L. Simon of Kass Shuler, lands County, Florida, to-wit: NY and Marco Island, FL, passed away unexpect- For application & info. (863)784-7132. P.A., plaintiff's attorney, whose address is P.O. LOT 4, PLANTATION HILL SUBDIVISION, AC- edly Wednesday, August 10, 2011. ANTENNA SIGNAL BOOSTER/AMP. EA/EO. Tobacco Free College. Box 800, Tampa, Florida 33601, (813)229-0900, CORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN Sheila was born November 22nd, 1946 in North Unfurnished Houses Never used, high gain-29db VHF & on or before September 26, 2011, (or 30 days PLAT BOOK 16, PAGE 56, OF THE PUBLIC RE- Adams, MA, to Martin J. “Jack” Mullen and SEBRING & LAKE PLACID F/T 6300 UHF. 75 OHM in/out. $70 Call from the first date of publication, whichever is CORDS OF HIGHLANDS COUNTY, FLORIDA Geraldine “Gerry” (Shaw) Mullen of Pittsfield, MA. Experienced Cooks & Servers. CHEAPER THAN RENT! 2 Bed/1Bath 863-873-4939 later) and file the original with the Clerk of this Home For Sale. Needs some elbow STREET ADDRESS FOR THE SUBJECT PROPERTY She grew up in North Adams, and spent many Bartenders needed 1 yr. exp. AREA RUG - Nylon 11ft. X 13ft., Dark Court either before service on the Plaintiff's attor- grease! Owner Financing. Only IS: memorable summers with her parents, sisters, Apply on line @ beefobradys.com green. $50 863-382-7130 ney or immediately thereafter; otherwise, a default 1706 West Stryker Road, Avon Park, FL 33825 and brother water skiing in the Long Island Sound $350/mo. Bad Credit OK! 4721 5th St., will be entered against you for the relief de- and on the 6th day of September, 2011, at the off Hawk’s Nest Beach in Old Lyme, CT as well as Sebring. Call 863-216-8592 BROYHILL LIGHTED China cabinet, manded in the Complaint. Commerce Avenue entrance to the Highlands snow skiing on Dutch Hill in Heartwellville, VT. 44" x 77" $55 Good cond. Call Dated: August 9, 2011. County Courthouse, in the City of Sebring, High- While attending Kenwood Academy in Albany, NY, 863-699-1918 CLERK OF THE COURT 3000 lands County, Florida, at the hour of 11:00 a.m., Sheila met her husband Walter Uccellini, then a CEILING FAN / 3 speed, with light. $19 Honorable ROBERT W. GERMAINE or as soon thereafter as possible, I will offer for student at RPI. After graduation, the couple Financial 863-458-9573 590 S. Commerce Avenue sale all of the said defendant, BONNIE STERN- remained in the Capital Region where Sheila DESK CHAIRS on castors. 1 Oak and Sebring, Florida 33870-3701 BERG's, right, title and interest in the aforesaid worked for the Latham Medical Group. 1 Green Fabric. $50 863-382-7130 /s/ Annette E. Daff property at public outcry and will sell the same, Sheila was a world traveler along with her Deputy Clerk subject to all prior liens, encumbrances and judg- family. She was a superb athlete, a gifted golfer DOOR INSERT With Mini Blinds within (COURT SEAL) ments, if any, to the highest and best bidder or and skier. She was a member of the Country Club 4000 window 22'' X 36". $25 863-699-3052 August 19, 26, 2011 bidders for CASH, the proceeds to be applied as of Troy, Hideaway Beach Club, and The Island DOUBLE PATIO Glass Sliding Doors far as may be to the payment of costs and the Country Club where she won several golfing Real Estate NOTICE OF POLICY AMENDMENT with Frame & Charlie Bar. $90 satisfaction of the above-described execution. tournaments and awards, made many lasting ap housing SOUTH FLORIDA COMMUNITY COLLEGE 863-214-8452 Dated this, July 26, 2011 friendships and cherished many memories. She DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES Homes for Sale SUSAN BENTON, SHERIFF OF enjoyed skiing on Whiteface Mountain, and her 1x4 GAZEBO "NEW" 9ft. X 9ft $49 The following policy will be considered at the HIGHLANDS COUNTY, FLORIDA homes in Marco Island and Lake Placid, where 4100 Lake Placid 863-458-9573 regular Board meeting to be held Wednesday, By: /s/ Lt. J. Bailey Jr. her children and grandchildren vacationed with LAKE PLACID Covered Bridge 2/2 00010696 August 24, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. at the Highlands KITCHEN TABLE glass w/4 chairs. $75. Lt. Jack Bailey, Jr. her every year. She was devoted to her family w/den 2 car garage, screened porch, Campus at 600 W. College Drive, Sebring, FL. Call 863-201-3769 DEPUTY SHERIFF and they were a source of deep joy to her, new A/C. No agents. 863-633-9047 The general public is invited. MOTOR CROSS BIKE small. $75 Call In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities especially all of her grandchildren who called her Policy Development: Proposed amendments to 863-655-0216 Act, persons with disabilities needing a special “Gammy”. Sheila was called Gammy after her the following policy. accommodation to participate in this proceeding own grandmother Gertrude Virginia Ryan Mullen, REFRIGERATOR HOTPOINT side by Policy 1.02 Vision, Mission, and Lots for Sale should contact the agency sending this notice at who lived with Sheila while growing up in North 4220 side, white. $75 Call 863-655-0216 Institutional Care Values 434 Fernleaf Ave., Sebring, FL 33870, Telephone Adams. Sheila loved all the children in her life, ATTN: CONTRACTORS/DEVELOPERS! For additional information, interested parties may SAW - 10 inch Delta Bench / new blade 863/402-7228 not later than seven days prior to especially her nieces, nephews, and children of Lot for Sale! Cash Price: Only $6500. visit the college website at on saw / also extra blades. $55 the proceeding. If hearing impaired, (TTD) close friends. 2320 Barn Owl St. Sebring. Call: (772) www.southflorida.edu/trustees, or contact the Of- 863-699-9905 1-800-955-8771, or Voice (V) 1-800-955-8770, She devoted herself every year to helping 410-3737 fice of the President, South Florida Community via Florida Relay Services. underprivileged children in Immokalee, Florida STUDENT COMPUTER DESK $20 Call College at 600 West College Drive, Avon Park, FL July 29; August 5, 12, 19, 2011 through her volunteer efforts with the Guadalupe SEBRING 1202 Armstrong St. Orange 863-699-1918 33825. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT Center of Immokalee. She served as a member of Blossom Estates. Corner Lot. $2800. IF A PERSON DECIDES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION the Rensselaer County Hospice Board, The Capital Call S. Smith 830-563-3357 MADE BY THE DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT Garage & IN AND FOR HIGHLANDS COUNTY, FLORIDA District Regional Board for Planned Parenthood, Yard Sales WITH RESPECT TO ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT and the Rensselaer County Historical Society, and 7320 THIS MEETING, THAT PERSON WILL NEED A RE- CIVIL DIVISION Case No.: 11-000134-GCS volunteered at the Saint Gregory’s School, Emma Real Estate Wanted CORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS, AND MAY NEED TO Willard School, and the Junior League of Troy. 4320 ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE HIGHLANDS INDEPENDENT BANK, Plaintiff, She was a communicant of Sacred Heart Church, ridge arc PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, WHICH RECORD IN- Troy and San Marco Catholic Church, Marco CLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON vs. ATTENTION: CASH for your Home, DAVID WILLIAM SIMONS, CITICAPITAL COMMER- Island. Duplex, Apartment, Commercial 1x1 WHICH THE APPEAL IS TO BE BASED. All of her family and friends loved her laugh, CIAL LEASING CORP., CITICAPTIAL COMMERCIAL Property. Rapid Closing, PLACID LAKES 3/2 full baths. New August 17, 19, 2011 humor, and warmth. When she was in your 00010751 CORP., ROYAL'S, INC., a/k/a ROYAL'S FURNI- "As Is" Condition. 863-441-2689. House $750/mo. + $750 dep. Beautiful IN THE CIRCUIT COURT presence she made you feel special, and her TURE, INC., U.S. BANK, N.A. d/b/a ELAN FINAN- STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL views, quiet & nice. All tile & new appl. OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT energy and compassion filled every environment CIAL SERVICES, 305-926-7987 IN AND FOR HIGHLANDS COUNTY, FLORIDA Defendants. she was in. Sheila was a charismatic woman both AVON PARK - MOVING SALE! CASE NUMBER: GC 10-803 NOTICE OF SALE in personality and in giving of herself Everything Must Go!! SUN 'N LAKE OF SEBRING IMPROVEMENT DIS- NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to the wholeheartedly to her husband, children, Complete House Contents!!! TRICT, a special district and a public corporation "Final Judgment on Verified Complaint'' (the "Fi- grandchildren, parents, sisters, brother, and in her 544 W Circle St. Fri & Sat of the State of Florida, nal Judgment''), entered in the above-styled ac- many friendships. She will be deeply missed. 5000 8/19 & 20, 8am-5pm. Plaintiff, tion on August 4, 2011, the Clerk of Highlands Survivors in addition to her parents, Jack and AVON PARK Fri. - Sat. 9 - 5pm. Sun. 9 vs. County will sell the property situated in Highlands Gerry, and husband, Walter, include: Mobile Homes - 1pm. 5572 CR 64 East. (Bombing TARPON IV LLC, a Limited Liability Company not County, Florida, as described below at a Public Three children Michael (Aimee) Uccellini of Range Rd.) 2 Family Sale! New plus registered with the State of Florida, its successors Sale, to the highest bidder, for cash, at 590 South Brunswick, Jessica (Erik) Steffensen, Chicago, size clothes & books, furn., decor, toys, and/or assigns; Commerce Avenue, Sebring, Florida 33870, on Illinois, Tyler Uccellini of Minneapolis, Mobile Homes ap housing kitchen, gaming, elec., DVD's NATIONAL RECREATIONAL PROPERTIES OF SUN September 6, 2011, at 11:00 a.m.: Minnesota,Five grandchildren Gabriella Uccellini, 5050 For Sale 'N LAKES, LLC, a Florida Limited Liability Com- Ryan Uccellini, Isabelle Uccellini, Charlotte 1x3 SEBRING FRI. - Sun. 8 - ? 11455 US 27 SEE ATTACHED EXHIBIT "A" PALM HARBOR HOMES pany, its successors and/or assigns; Steffensen and Audrey Steffensen,Three sisters S. #13 At the Lake Josephine High- EXHIBIT "A" Red Tag Sale CAPITAL SOURCE FINANCE, LLC, a Delaware cor- Barbara Devine (Jack) of Troy, Shannon Kirby 00010694 lander Motel. Something for everyone! Parcel 1: Over 10 Stock Units Must Go poration; its successors and/or assigns; and (Thomas) of Ballston Spa, Mary Mullen (Larry Reasonable prices! Lot 7 and Lot 8, in Block 2, of VACATION ES- Save Up To 35K! WALTER McCORMACK, if alive and if not, his un- TATES, according to the Plat thereof as recorded Oberwager) of Stockbridge, MA, A brother Martin known spouse, heirs, devisees, grantees, credi- J. Mullen, Jr. (Denise) of Richmond, MA, and 800-622-2832 SEBRING SAT. - Sun 7 - 1pm. 3408 in Plat Book 5, Page 11, of the Public Records of Bolide St. off Corvette. Entire House tors, or other parties claiming by, through, under Highlands County, Florida. several nieces and nephews. or against WALTER McCORMACK, and all claim- Mass of Christian Burial was held on Monday, Sale, tools, furn., everything. No Early Parcel 2: Birds! ants under any of such party; Lot 5898, SYLVAN SHORES ESTATES, SECTION August 15, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Defendants. D, According to the Plat thereof, recorded in Plat Church, Troy, NY.Burial was in St. Mary’s 6000 RE-NOTICE OF SALE Cemetery, Troy. Book 7, Page 13 of the Public Records of High- Rentals Lawn & Garden Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a final lands County, Florida. Arrangements by McLoughlin & Mson Funeral 7400 decree of foreclosure entered in the above-titled Home, 8-109th Street, Troy NY 12182. In lieu of Any person claiming an interest in the surplus LAWN MOWER Craftsman self pro- cause in the Circuit Court of Highlands County, flowers, memorial contributions would be from the sale, if any, other than the property pelled 6hp. Blower & weed eater. $175 Florida, I will sell the property situated in High- appreciated to the Guadalupe Center of Furnished owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a Apartments Call 863-655-0216 lands County, Florida, described as: claim within 60 days after the sale. Immokalee, 509 Hope circle. Immokalee, FL 6150 Lot 45, Block 342, Unit 16, Sun 'n Lake Es- BOB GERMAINE 34143, www.guadalupecenter.net , or the PLACID LAKES Studio Apartment. SNAPPER RIDING Mower 28 " cut, Like tates of Sebring, according to the plat thereof re- Clerk of the Circuit Court Community Hospice of Rensselaer County, 295 Kitchenette, pool w/d avail. Fully Furn. New! / McLane gas edger / Featherlite SEBRING - 2 STORY TOWN HOME corded in Plat Book 10, Page 04, of the Public Highlands County, Florida Valley View Blvd, Rensselaer, NY 12144, on golf course, weekly, monthly, yearly. gas weed eater. Will sell all for $850. 3BR, 2.5BA, 1CG Records of Highlands County, Florida. /s/ Annette E. Daff www.communityhospice.org For guestbook please $425 incl. elec. & water. No pets. 863-382-0555 $800/mo. at public sale, to the highest and best bidder for Deputy Clerk visit www.mcloughlinmason.com. 954-805-5630 No Smoking, no pets. cash, in the Jury Assembly Room in the basement August 12, 19, 2011 of the Highlands County Courthouse located at RENTED!!! Pets & Supplies 430 South Commerce Avenue, in Sebring, Florida IN THE CIRCUIT COURT Unfurnished OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT Apartments SEBRING - 2111 Colmar Ave. 3BR, 7520 at 11:00 A.M. on the 7th day of September, 6200 2BA. No pets or smokers. $700 2011. IN AND FOR HIGHLANDS COUNTY, FLORIDA Subscribe CIVIL DIVISION monthly. !st / last / plus $300 deposit. SIGNED this 8th day of August, 2011. SEBRING - 1 & 2 BR Apts. 561-965-4458 or 561-379-6823 ROBERT W. GERMAINE Case No.: 11-133-GCS NOTICE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT HIGHLANDS INDEPENDENT BANK, Fresh paint. Includes water. SEBRING 2/1 House. Plaintiff, to the BY: /s/ Annette E. Daff $395-$550 / mo. Lawn care included. Florida statute 585.195 states that vs. $650/mo. + security. Deputy Clerk all dogs and cats sold in Florida August 19, 26, 2011 GREGORY B. SOMMERFIELD, ALLISON M. SOM- Call Gary Johnson, Call 863-253-1029 or 863-381-7967 MERFIELD, and BRUCE R. SOMMERFIELD, News-Sun must be at least eight weeks old, 863-381-1861. SEBRING 3/2 home. Lakefront w/pool. NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Defendants. have an official health certificate NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Pursuant to a WRIT Many upgrades. Nice yard. Enjoy boat- NOTICE OF SALE AVON PARK **** Highlands Apartments OF EXECUTION issued out of the County Court of ing, fishing & swimming, right in your and proper shots and be free of in- NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to the 1680 North Delaware the Nineteenth Judicial Circuit In and For St. Lucie Call own back yard! $1200 per mo. testinal and external parasites. "Final Judgment on Verified Complaint'' (the "Fi- 1BR, 1BA & 2BR, 2BA Available. County, Florida, on the 3rd day of November, 1st./last/sec. 863-446-1861 nal Judgment''), entered in the above-styled ac- Central Heat & Air. Extra insulation. 2010, in the cause wherein RIVERSIDE NATIONAL tion on August 4, 2011, the Clerk of Highlands 1st & Sec. Call 863-449-0195 BANK OF FLORIDA, is Plaintiff, and ALBERT MID- County will sell the property situated in Highlands 385-6155 DLETON and KIMBERLY MIDDLETON a/k/a KIM- County, Florida, as described below at a Public AVON PARK - Apartment with balcony Commercial Rental 8000 BERLEY MIDDLETON, are Defendants, being Case Sale, to the highest bidder, for cash, at 590 South overlooking Lake Verona and City Park. 6750 No. 562010CA001223 in the said Court, I, Susan Commerce Avenue, Sebring, Florida 33870, on 100 E. Main St. Laundry Facilities. AVON PARK - Large Retail/Office Recreation Benton, Sheriff of Highlands County, Florida, have September 6, 2011, at 11:00 a.m.: SPECIAL: $325/mo. Building, 100 E. Main St. levied upon all of the Defendant, KIMBERLY MID- SEE ATTACHED EXHIBIT "A" 863-453-8598 A MUST SEE! DLETON's, right, title and interest in and to the EXHIBIT "A" 863-295-9272 AVON PARK - LEMONTREE APTS following described PERSONAL property in High- Lot 4434, Lot 4435, and Lot 4436, AVON PARK 1BR $520 mo. + $350 Sec. Deposit, lands County, Florida, to-wit: LAKES, UNIT No. 14, according to the Plat thereof, 2000 9000 available immediately. Washer/Dryer 2005 FORD EXPEDITION - as recorded in Plat Book 5, at Page 7, of the Pub- Employment & WSG included. Call Alan Transportation VIN #1FMPU17505LB13670 lic Records of Highlands County, Florida. 386-503-8953 2006 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER - Any person claiming an interest in the surplus 7000 VIN #3A4FY58B36T284736 from the sale, if any, other than the property AVON PARK and on the 6th day of September, 2011, at owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a Job Opportunities Whispering Pines Apartments. Merchandise Trucks DUCK'S BODY SHOP, 1153 Hawthorne Dr. in the claim within 60 days after the sale. 2050 Government Subsidized 9200 City of Sebring, Highlands County, Florida, at the BOB GERMAINE GROUP TRAVEL SCOUTS Apartments for rent. 2000 CHEV Trk. 1 ton, dually turbo Must meet eligibility requirements. hour of 1:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as possi- Clerk of the Circuit Court With www.thelime.biz Appliances diesel A/T crew cab, SE model 8 ft. ble, I will offer for sale all of the said defendant, Highlands County, Florida Call 863-414-0215 Equal Opportunity Housing. 7040 bed, fully loaded. 1 owner, custom Call 863-452-2426 or KIMBERLY MIDDLETON's, right, title and interest /s/ Annette E. Daff UPRIGHT DEEP Freezer - White Excel. chrome wls, & fiberglass topper, bed TTY 1-800-233-6694 in the aforesaid property at public outcry and will Deputy Clerk cond. $150 obo / REFRIGERATOR liner, tow pkg, good cond., low miles. sell the same, subject to all prior liens, encum- August 12, 19, 2011 Help Wanted White, New-2 mos. old - ice & filtered Book $8,450 Asking $6,450. brances and judgments, if any, to the highest and 2100 863-471-3329 water in door, side by side. Paid $900 best bidder or bidders for CASH, the proceeds to Highlands will sell for. $500 Call 863-382-9800 be applied as far as may be to the payment of CAREGIVERS CHEVROLET S-10 '00 Step side. 4 cyl. costs and the satisfaction of the above-described 1055 County Legals 2 door. New tires. Good cond. $3000. NOW HIRING For caring, Call 863-699-1765 execution. ***************************************** Furniture Dated this, August 3, 2011 HIGHLANDS COUNTY compassionate caregivers. LEGAL NOTICES BEAUTIFUL APTS 7180 SUSAN BENTON, SHERIFF OF Must be 21 yrs old with a ***************************************** HS Diploma/GED, SEBRING - 2BR, 1BA, tile floors, DUNCAN FIFE Mahogany Dining Room Automotive for Sale HIGHLANDS COUNTY, FLORIDA The following legal notices are from the screen back porch, beautiful Suite. Very Nice. Res tonic pillow top Highlands pass a criminal & driving record 9450 By: /s/ Lt. J. Bailey Jr. landscaping, building 5 yrs. new. Pets twin beds, sofa, antique wooden chair, Lt. Jack Bailey, Jr. County Board of County Commissioners and are check. Apply at: DODGE ARIES Station Wagon 1986. be- ck381.ersp.biz/employment OK. $595 month. 3106 Medical Way. china & more. $1100 Call 863-414-7303 No rust, A/C, runs great, new tires, ex- DEPUTY SHERIFF ing published in the font, size, and leading as per Call 863-446-1822 or 863-414-4183 their specifications. cel cond. $1200 obo $1200 SOLD!!!!!!

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SECTION B SPORTS Page 4B News-Sun Friday, Augusst 19, 2011 12th Annual Firemen Memorial set to tee off

By DAN HOEHNE ment organizer Tommy [email protected] Lovett Sr. said. ”It’s all SEBRING - In exis- about the student-athletes, tence since 1927, with the with the emphasis on both, sole purpose of raising because if they’re not money for area student- doing well as a student, athletes, the Sebring they probably shouldn’t be Firemen will host the 12th playing a sport. And we Annual Memorial Golf wouldn’t be able to do any Classic presented by AXA of it without the support of Advisors and Home the public and all the busi- Depot, Saturday, Aug. 20, nesses that help us out.” on both the Deer and As with all Firemen Turtle Run courses of Sun events, proceeds go ‘N Lake Golf and Country toward maintaining the Club. Sebring High School The event, which tees Football and Baseball off in a Four-Person fields, as well as assist Scramble format at 8:30 with all area athletic pro- a.m., following registra- grams - last year’s event tion that begins at 7:30 generated more than a.m. $20,000. “For all these years, 80- News-Sun photo by DAN HOEHNE “Every dollar goes to plus now, we’ve been The 2011 Lady Blue Streak volleyball team. Back row, left to right: Lyndsey Whittington, Stephanie Struck, Kenzie Hargaden, Kaley Walter, Meghan Lollis, Bella Caraballo, Sydney Connelly and Jordan Hinkle. Front row, left to right: Allie helping the kids,” tourna- See FIREMEN, Page 4B Mann, Madison Harris, head coach Vanessa Sinness, Dino Lower and Bianca Nortelus. Below: Connelly leads a host of high-flying, heavy-hitters for the Lady Blue Streaks this season. Lady Streaks ready to roll

By DAN HOEHNE does have as great assets [email protected] heading into the year, with SEBRING – With a senior- middles Walter and Meghan heavy roster, one would think Lollis each hovering around that experience would be 6-feet and hitters like Struck, among the Sebring volleyball Sidney Connelly, Kenzie team’s greater strengths Hargaden and Bella heading into this 2011 sea- Caraballo all 5-foot-9 or son. above – also with the hops to “Yes and no,” head coach take them higher. Vanessa Sinness said. “We “We’ve got some real big have experience, but a lot of hitters,” Lower said, speak- the girls were back and forth ing of their ability as well as last year. Stephanie (Struck) their stature. and Kaley (Walter) were the The defense on the back main ones that played regu- line will be anchored by sen- larly.” ior Bianca Nortelus, coming But even the smaller doses in with two years of varsity of varsity experience add up, experience, and will be with perhaps the biggest step flanked by the Madison forward being taken by setter Harris and Allie Mann. Dino Lower. And though not quite as “She has grown immensely tall as her outside hitting since last year, leadership counterparts, sophomore wise,” Sinness said. Jordan Hinkle throws a wrin- Something, Lower says, kle into the mix with surpris- that comes from growing into ing leaps and a strong left- the position. handed spike. “Last year was my first as Finally there’s Lower’s the varsity setter and it was understudy at setter, sopho- News-Sun file photo by DAN HOEHNE real nerve-wracking at There is still room and time to join in as the 12th more Lindsey Whittington, times,” she said. “I’m a lot Annual Firemen Memorial Golf Classic, presented by who Siness has high hopes more comfortable and confi- AXA Advisors and Home Depot, sets to tee off tomor- for. row morning at the Sun ‘N Lake Golf and Country dent with it this year.” Club. Ability and size this team See SEBRING, Page 3B

Highlands Youth Football kicks off new season Will Miami case lead to

Special to the News-Sun ball game. The Highlands HAINES CITY – The Eagles football teams and Highlands Youth Football & cheerleaders have been work- ‘fundamental change’? Cheer Organization (HYFC) ing hard since practice began in early July at the Highlands began their season on By STEVEN WINE County Sports Complex. Saturday, Aug. 13, as the Associated Press Coaches have been very newest youth football and CORAL GABLES — The pleased with the progress the cheer sports program in latest scandalous allega- teams and cheerleaders have Highlands County. tions in college football — made. HYFC is part of the Police this time at the University Athletic League (PAL) Teams have really come together, relationships have of Miami — have renewed Association Sunshine formed and the coaches are talk by the NCAA of the Conference and participated need for “fundamental in the Kick-Off Classic foot- See EAGLES, Page 4B change” in athletics. And Hurricanes officials say they’re eager to resolve the case. Former booster Nevin Shapiro, now serving 20 years in federal prison for his role in a Ponzi scheme, claims he provided Miami MCT photo The Miami Hurricanes’ Mascot, Ibis, rushes the field with players at start of the Miami players with prostitutes, football team’s annual spring game April 16. The team is now facing a harsh reality of cars and other gifts over the major violations past decade. “If the assertions are true, the alleged conduct at the In the past 18 months, Last week, Emmert led a dened by Shapiro’s allega- University of Miami is an football teams at Southern group of university presi- tions. illustration of the need for California, Ohio State, dents — including Miami’s “We will vigorously pur- Auburn, Oregon, Michigan, Donna Shalala — in draft- sue the truth, wherever that serious and fundamental North Carolina, Georgia ing an outline for change in path may lead, and I have change in many critical Courtesy photo Tech and LSU have been college sports. insisted upon complete, Niyke Echvarria gets around the corner on his way to one aspects of college sports,” investigated or sanctioned Shalala said she was honest and transparent of two touchdowns he would score in last Saturday’s win for NCAA president Mark the Highlands County Eagles JV team. by the NCAA. upset, disheartened and sad- Emmert said in a statement. See MIAMI, Page 3B C M Y K

Page 2B News-Sun ࡗ Friday, August 19, 2011 www.newssun.com THE SCOREBOARD SPORTS SNAPSHOTS

Major League Baseball Red Devil golf tryouts For more information, call Frank Peterson at 382-9541, or Donna Stanley at AMERICAN LEAGUE AVON PARK — Avon Park High 441-4897. East Division LIVE School boys and girls golf team tryouts W L Pct GB began Monday, August 8. New York 74 47 .612 — Sebring Summer Swim 1 Boston 74 48 .607 ⁄2 SPORTS Boys interested in trying out, please 1 Tampa Bay 66 56 .541 8 ⁄2 call Coach Shane Ward at (863) 633- SEBRING – The summer season for Toronto 63 60 .512 12 swimming is upon us as the Sebring High Baltimore 47 74 .388 27 ON TV 8597. Central Division Girls interested in trying out, call School pool is open to the public. W L Pct GB Coach Suzie Gentry at (863) 446-7368. Pool hours for open swim will be 6- Detroit 65 58 .528 — AUTO RACING Cleveland 61 58 .513 2 7:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 1-3 1 SATURDAY Chicago 61 61 .500 3 ⁄2 Kayak Tours p.m. Saturday’s and Sunday’s. 1 Minnesota 54 68 .443 10 ⁄2 2:30 p.m. NASCAR – NAPA Auto Parts 200 ...... ESPN Cost is $2 per swimmer with big sav- 1 Kansas City 51 73 .411 14 ⁄2 SEBRING – Sebring Kayak Tours has 11 p.m. NHRA – Lucas Oil Series ...... ESPN2 ings for frequent swimmers. West Division three upcoming trips this month for some W L Pct GB A family pass can be bought for $50 for fun times on area waters. Texas 72 52 .581 — the first swimmer and $15 for each addi- Los Angeles 65 59 .524 7 Saturday Aug. 20 – Morning Tour – 1 BOXING tional family member. Oakland 55 68 .447 16 ⁄2 Arbuckle Creek, Sebring Seattle 53 69 .434 18 FRIDAY For questions call 471-5500 ext. 228 Launching at 9 a.m. from Lake ___ 9 p.m. Friday Night Fights ...... ESPN2 and leave a message for Pat Caton. Tuesday’s Games Istokpoga boat ramp, we will make our Boston 3, Tampa Bay 1, 1st game way up Arbuckle Creek to a favorite spot Detroit 7, Minnesota 1 Firemen Memorial Golf Tampa Bay 6, Boston 2, 2nd game GOLF where we can get out, stretch and have a Chicago White Sox 8, Cleveland 7, 14 snack before starting our descend back. SEBRING — The 12th annual Sebring FRIDAY innings An approximately 3-hour tour designed Firemen Inc. Memorial Golf Tournament N.Y. Yankees 9, Kansas City 7 9 a.m...... GOLF EuroPGA – Czech Open for all ages and skill levels. presented by AXA Advisors LLC and Oakland 8, Baltimore 4 12:30 p.m. PGA – Constellation Energy Players . . . . GOLF Texas 7, L.A. Angels 3 Saturday Aug. 27 – Peace River – Home Depot is scheduled for Saturday, Toronto 13, Seattle 7 3 p.m. PGA – Wyndham Championship ...... GOLF Arcadia Aug. 20 at Sun ’n Lake. Wednesday’s Games 6:30 p.m. LPGA – Safeway Classic ...... GOLF We will meet at the canoe launch at The tourney will once again feature a Tampa Bay 4, Boston 0 SATURDAY Oakland 6, Baltimore 5 Brownville Park in Desoto County at 10 four-man scramble with $75 entry fees. Minnesota 6, Detroit 5 1 p.m. PGA – Wyndham Championship ...... GOLF a.m. That includes range balls, golf, food Cleveland 4, Chicago White Sox 1 3 p.m. PGA – Wyndham Championship...... CBS Kansas City 5, N.Y. Yankees 4 We will be paddling downstream to and drink on the course and the pre-tour- 3 p.m. . . . . GOLF Texas 4, L.A. Angels 3 PGA – Constellation Energy Players Arcadia with a stop for lunch about ney mixer on Friday night with great Toronto 5, Seattle 1 6:30 p.m. LPGA – Safeway Classic ...... GOLF halfway. appetizers. Thursday’s Games Boston at Kansas City, late We will also stop for homemade ice There will also once again be a silent Cleveland at Chicago White Sox, late cream before returning. auction featuring autographed sports ITTLE EAGUE ORLD ERIES N.Y. Yankees at Minnesota, late L L W S $39 per person (single or tandem memorabilia from people like Tim Tebow, Texas at L.A. Angels, late FRIDAY Toronto at Oakland, late kayaks available), $19 per person for Jimbo Fisher, Will Muschamp, Nick 1 p.m. Canada vs. Saudi Arabia ...... ESPN Friday’s Games those bringing their own kayaks Saban and many others. Cleveland (Tomlin 12-5) at Detroit 3 p.m.. Rhode Island vs. California ...... ESPN To reserve your spot, call 202-0815 or Hole sponsorships are available for (Scherzer 12-7), 7:05 p.m. 5 p.m. Kentucky vs. Pennsylvania ...... ESPN2 Seattle (F.Hernandez 11-10) at Tampa email [email protected]. $100 and team sponsorships, which 8 p.m. Netherlands vs. Venezuela ...... ESPN Bay (W.Davis 8-7), 7:10 p.m. Hope to see you on the water! include a team entry and hole signs, are Boston (A.Miller 4-1) at Kansas City SATURDAY $500. (Francis 4-13), 8:10 p.m. Noon Teams TBA...... ESPN N.Y. Yankees (P.Hughes 3-4) at Avon Park Fall Ball All proceeds will help benefit Sebring Minnesota (Slowey 0-0), 8:10 p.m. 3 p.m.. Teams TBA...... ABC athletics. Texas (M.Harrison 10-8) at Chicago 6 p.m. Teams TBA...... ESPN AVON PARK – The Avon Park Dixie The tourney will begin with an 8:30 White Sox (Peavy 5-5), 8:10 p.m. 8 p.m. Teams TBA...... ESPN Youth Baseball Inc. is currently holding Baltimore (Jo-.Reyes 6-9) at L.A. a.m. shotgun start on both Deer Run and Angels (Haren 12-6), 10:05 p.m. Fall Ball registration from today through Turtle Run. Toronto (Cecil 4-5) at Oakland (Harden Sept. 9, for kids aged 4-12-years old. For more information, call Tommy 3-2), 10:05 p.m. MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL Players can pick up their registrations Lovett at 385-5100 or 382-2255. LEAGUE LEADERS RIDAY at the Top Shop at 12 N. Anoka Ave. in BATTING – Gonzalez, BOS, .346; F Young, TEX, .342; Kotchman, TB, .332; 7 p.m. Seattle at Tampa Bay ...... SUN Avon Park from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday Warrior Golf Classic Martinez, DET,.325; Cabrera, DET, .323 SATURDAY through Friday. HOME RUNS – Bautista, TOR, 35; LAKE WALES — Webber Football 4 p.m. Regional – Cincinnati at Pittsburgh, Milwaukee When registering, players must provide Granderson, NYY, 34; Teixeira, NYY, 32; Warrior Golf Classic, a fundraising event Reynolds, BAL, 27; Konerko, CHW, 27 at N.Y. Mets or St. Louis at Chicago Cubs FOX a copy of Birth Certificate, recent photo in support of the Warrior Football pro- RBI – Granderson, NYY, 95; Gonzalez, 7 p.m. Texas at Chicago White Sox ...... WGN and payment in full. BOS, 92; Teixeira, NYY, 89; Cano, NYY, For more information and any ques- gram will be held Saturday, August 27, at 86; Young, TEX, 85 the Lake Wales Country Club. Shot gun DOUBLES – Zobrist, TB, 40; Gordon, tions, call Chris Tolar at (863) 253-0897. start 9 a.m. KC, 36; Gonzalez, BOS, 36; Young, TEX, NFL PRESEASON 36; Francoeur, KC, 35; Cabrera, KC, 33 Softball sign-ups Fees: $60 per player/$240 team of four; WINS – Verlander, DET,18-5; Sabathia, FRIDAY $5 Mulligans; 50/50 $1 ticket or 15 tick- NYY, 16-7; Weaver, LAA,14-6; Nova, 8 p.m. Atlanta at Jacksonville...... FOX SEBRING – Sebring Youth Fastpitch NYY, 12-4; 3 tied at 12-5 ets for $10 (includes green fees and lunch STRIKEOUTS – Verlander, DET, 204; Softball has begun Fall registration. buffet). Hernandez, SEA, 176; Sabathia, NYY, Age groups include 6 through 16-years Prizes: First, second and third place 175; Shields, TB, 173; Price, TB, 164 SOFTBALL old. SAVES – Valverde, DET, 35; Rivera, winner; team prizes; Closest to the NYY, 32; League, SEA, 30; Papelbon, SATURDAY Parents can register their child online at pin/Longest Drive. BOS, 28; Walden, LAA, 26 7 p.m. Junior League, Final...... ESPN2 www.sebringsoftball.com, by calling 381- Sponsorship opportunities: Hole spon- NATIONAL LEAGUE 6521, or in person on Friday, Sept. 2 from sor $100, includes sign with name and East Division 5-8 a.m. at the Max Long Batting Cages. W L Pct GB logo. Philadelphia 79 42 .653 — TENNIS Season tickets available including team 1 Atlanta 72 52 .581 8 ⁄2 FRIDAY Panther Hitting Camps schedule and memorabilia. New York 60 63 .488 20 1 p.m. ATP – Western and Southern Open . . . ESPN2 Washington 58 63 .479 21 The SFCC Baseball program will be Lunch will be served during Webber Florida 57 66 .463 23 7 p.m. ATP – Western and Southern Open . . . ESPN2 hosting hitting camps this fall for aspiring Football’s scrimmage immediately fol- Central Division SATURDAY players aged 6-14. lowing golf tournament at WIU campus. W L Pct GB 1 p.m. ATP – Western and Southern Open . . . ESPN2 Milwaukee 73 51 .589 — The camps will be held Saturday’s Make checks payable to: Webber St. Louis 66 58 .532 7 6 p.m. USTA Boys 18s and 16s ...... SUN Football, 1201 N. Scenic Highway, 1 Sept. 10 and 24 as well as Oct. 15 and 29. Cincinnati 60 63 .488 12 ⁄2 7 p.m. ATP – Western and Southern Open . . . ESPN2 Babson Park, FL 33827; e-mail: Pittsburgh 58 64 .475 14 Each day, the camps will run from 8:30 Chicago 54 70 .435 19 Times, games, channels all subject to change -11 a.m. on Panther Field at the SFCC [email protected]; or call (863) 734- Houston 40 84 .323 33 Avon Park campus. 1529 for more information. 1 West Division PIT, 30; Pence, PHL, 30; Holliday, STL, Connecticut 16 8 .667 1 ⁄2 W L Pct GB 30 New York 14 11 .560 4 Under the guidance of Panther head 1 Habitat “Golf FORE Homes” Arizona 69 54 .561 — WINS – Kennedy, ARI, 15-3; Halladay, Atlanta 12 12 .500 5 ⁄2 coach Rick Hitt, along with assistant 1 San Francisco 67 57 .540 2 ⁄2 PHL, 15-5; Kershaw, LAD, 14-5; Chicago 11 14 .440 7 coach Andy Polk and members of the 1 SEBRING — Mountain Top Colorado 58 67 .464 12 Hamels, PHL, 13-7; Hamels, PHI, 13-7 Washington 5 17 .227 11 ⁄2 1 2011 SFCC squad, campers will learn all Productions presents for 2011 “Golf Los Angeles 55 67 .451 13 ⁄2 STRIKEOUTS – Kershaw, LAD, 193; WESTERN CONFERENCE San Diego 55 70 .440 15 Lee, PHL, 184; Halladay, PHL, 177; aspects of hitting, with drills, instruction W L Pct GB FORE Homes” tournament on Saturday, ___ Lincecum, SF, 175; A. Sanchez, FLA, Minnesota 18 6 .750 — and hitting analysis. Sept. 17 on the new greens at Country Tuesday’s Games 160 Phoenix 14 10 .583 4 Arizona 3, Philadelphia 2 SAVES – Axford, MIL, 36; Kimbrel, ATL, Registration begins at 8 a.m. each day Club of Sebring. San Antonio 13 11 .542 5 Washington 6, Cincinnati 4 36; Wilson, SF, 35; Nunez, FLA, 33; 1 and players should bring glove, cap, bat “Golf FORE Homes” benefits Pittsburgh 5, St. Louis 4, 11 innings Seattle 13 12 .520 5 ⁄2 Storen, WAS, 32; Bell, SD, 32 1 and any desired baseball attire. Atlanta 2, San Francisco 1, 11 innings Los Angeles 9 14 .391 8 ⁄2 Highlands County Habitat for Humanity Tulsa 1 22 .043 16 Houston 6, Chicago Cubs 5 Major League Soccer Camp cost is $25 per camper. and the Mason’s Ridge project. Milwaukee 2, L.A. Dodgers 1 ___ Tuesday’s Games To register, print Application and Registration is at 7:30 a.m. and shotgun Florida 6, Colorado 5 EASTERN CONFERENCE Consent and Release forms from San Diego 6, N.Y. Mets 1 New York 69, Washington 66 start at 8:30 a.m. W L T Pts GF GA Connecticut 108, Minnesota 79 Wednesday’s Games Columbus 10 7 7 37 27 23 www.southflorida.edu/baseball/camp and Four person teams will be flighted by Houston 4, Chicago Cubs 3 Indiana 65, San Antonio 63 Philadelphia 8 5 10 34 29 22 Phoenix 81, Seattle 79 mail to address on application form. handicap. N.Y. Mets 7, San Diego 3 Sporting KC 8 7 9 33 35 31 Register by phone, all area codes 863, Philadelphia 9, Arizona 2 Atlanta 84, Los Angeles 79 Entry fee includes complimentary prac- Houston 7 7 11 32 31 30 Wednesday’s Games at 784-7036 for Sebring and Avon Park Cincinnati 2, Washington 1 New York 6 6 13 31 39 35 tice round, continental breakfast, goodie St. Louis 7, Pittsburgh 2 No games scheduled D.C. 7 6 9 30 33 33 Thursday’s Games residents, 465-5300 for Lake Placid, 494- bags, prizes, snacks on the course and San Francisco 7, Atlanta 5 Toronto FC 4 11 11 23 25 46 7500 for DeSoto County or 773-2252 for Milwaukee 3, L.A. Dodgers 1 Connecticut at New York, late lunch and awards following play. New England 4 11 10 22 24 37 Minnesota at Washington, late Hardee County. Colorado 12, Florida 5 Chicago 2 7 14 20 25 32 Complimentary reception for all play- Thursday’s Games Indiana at Los Angeles, late Walk-up registrations are accepted. WESTERN CONFERENCE Friday’s Games ers the evening before on Friday, Sept. 16 L.A. Dodgers at Milwaukee, late For further information, call any of the Arizona at Philadelphia, late W L T Pts GF GA Connecticut at Atlanta, 7:30 p.m. at Country Club of Sebring. Los Angeles 13 3 9 48 35 20 above numbers or email coach Hitt at Cincinnati at Washington, late Transactions A $2,000 hole-in-one is being spon- San Francisco at Atlanta, late FC Dallas 12 6 7 43 33 26 [email protected]. sored by Cohan Radio Group and chance Florida at San Diego, late Seattle 11 5 9 42 35 27 Friday’s Games Colorado 10 6 10 40 37 32 BASEBALL to win a vehicle sponsored by Alan Jay St. Louis (J.Garcia 10-6) at Chicago Real Salt Lake 10 6 6 36 30 17 American League Lake Placid Youth Bowling Automotive Network. SEATTLE MARINERS–Acquired RHP Cubs (R.Wells 4-4), 2:20 p.m. Chivas USA 7 8 9 30 30 26 Entry fee is $220 per team or $55 per Cincinnati (H.Bailey 7-5) at Pittsburgh Portland 7 12 5 26 30 40 Chance Ruffin from Detroit to complete LAKE PLACID – The Royal Palms an earlier trade. Designated LHP Aaron player. (Correia 12-11), 7:05 p.m. San Jose 5 9 10 25 26 32 Youth Bowling League, for ages 7 and up, Philadelphia (Oswalt 5-7) at Vancouver 3 12 9 18 25 40 Laffey for assignment. Signed RHP Please contact Sarah Pallone at 402- Washington (L.Hernandez 7-11), 7:05 NOTE: Three points for victory, one Victor Sanchez and OF Jose Leal. begins its’ new season Saturday, Sept. 3. National League 2913 for additional information or e-mail p.m. point for tie. The sign-up fee is $25, which includes ATLANTA BRAVES–Signed INF Wes Milwaukee (Marcum 10-3) at N.Y. Mets ___ team information to spallone@habi- Helms to a minor league contract and a shirt, and new bowlers are welcome. (Pelfrey 6-9), 7:10 p.m. Wednesday’s Games tathighlands.org. assigned him to Gwinnett (IL). Bowling is every Saturday morning at 9 Arizona (D.Hudson 12-8) at Atlanta New England 1, Houston 1, tie Activated RHP Jair Jurrjens from the (D.Lowe 7-11), 7:35 p.m. Sporting KC 3, Portland 1 a.m. through December 10. 15-day DL. Reassigned RHP Randall Soccer, Cheer at YMCA San Francisco (Vogelsong 10-2) at Thursday’s Game Delgado to Gwinnett. Weekly cost is $11 and includes three Houston (W.Rodriguez 8-9), 8:05 p.m. D.C. United at Chicago, late CHICAGO CUBS–Recalled RHP Casey games of bowling, shoes and prize fund. SEBRING – The Highlands County L.A. Dodgers (Kuroda 8-14) at Colorado Saturday’s Games (Hammel 7-11), 8:40 p.m. Coleman from Iowa (PCL). Optioned All Youth Bowlers are also eligible for Family YMCA is signing up ages 3-14 for Philadelphia at Columbus, 7:30 p.m. LHP Scott Maine to Iowa. Florida (Volstad 5-9) at San Diego New York at New England, 7:30 p.m. reduced rate open bowling, though some the Fall Soccer Program. (LeBlanc 1-2), 10:05 p.m. COLORADO ROCKIES–Acquired LHP Real Salt Lake at Houston, 8:30 p.m. Drew Pomeranz from Cleveland to com- restrictions may apply, and free bowling We are also signing up 5-13 year olds LEAGUE LEADERS Seattle FC at FC Dallas, 9 p.m. plete an earlier trade and assigned him with instruction on Friday’s from 4-6 p.m. for The YMCA Cheer Team. BATTING – Reyes, NYM, .336; Braun, Chivas USA at Colorado, 9 p.m. to Tulsa (Texas). MIL, .329; Morse, WAS, .322; Votto, Vancouver at Portland, 10 p.m. FLORIDA MARLINS–Placed RHP Brian – must be accompanied by an adult. Call 382-9622 for any questions. CIN, .321; Murphy, NYM, .320 San Jose at Los Angeles, 10:30 p.m. Sanches on the 15-day DL, retroactive HOME RUNS – Pujols, STL, 30; Sunday’s Games to Aug. 10. Stanton, FLA, 29; Berkman, STL, 28; Toronto FC at Chicago, 7 p.m. Activated RHP Ryan Webb from the 15- Kemp, LAD, 28; Fielder, MIL, 27; Uggla, D.C. United at Sporting KC, 8:30 p.m. day DL. GET YOUR LOCAL NEWS STRAIGHT ATL, 27 PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES–Placed 3B WNBA RBI – Howard, PHL, 95; Fielder, MIL, Placido Polanco on the 15-day DL, 89; Kemp, LAD, 89; Tulowitzki, COL, 85; retroactive to Aug. 7. Bruce, CIN, 80 FROM THE SOURCE… EASTERN CONFERENCE Selected the contract of RHP Michael DOUBLES – Upton, ARI, 34; Tulowitzki, W L Pct GB Schwimer from Lehigh Valley (IL). COL, 32; Beltran, SF, 31; A. McCutchen, Indiana 18 7 .720 —

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www.newssun.com News-Sun ࡗ Friday, August 19, 2011 Page 3B SEC ADs staying Sebring to see small, mum on expansion tough new district Continued from 1B Sinness said. “But we’ll be in By KYLE HIGHTOWER Florida president and SEC the mix and if we continue to “Lindsey is a very good Associated Press president and chancellors get better, you never know setter already, but Dino’s ORLANDO — committee chairman Bernie where we’ll end up. It always going to do a lot of mentoring Tennessee’s interim athletics seems like that, no matter Machen said recently that this season,” she said. “She’s director said Wednesday that though they are satisfied with still growing and I could see what district we’re in, how she is referring all questions their current alignment, her as a Britt (Augustine) many teams are in it, we’re about possible expansion of future conditions may make type who can set and be a just outside the top two or Southeastern Conference to it advantageous to expand. scoring threat. three. One of these years the league’s commissioner. Texas A&M plans to take a “We have the size, athleti- we’re going to break During the SEC’s annual while before making a deci- cism and ability, but we’re through.” meeting of athletic directors, sion on its conference affilia- slow in our transitions right Which the optimistic Tennessee’s Joan Cronan said tion. now,” Sinness continued. Lower wouldn’t doubt could don’t expect any expansion School President R. Bowen “We’re working on getting be this year. news from the meeting. Loftin has said there is no past having to think it too “I think we’re going to be “I think all you’re going to timetable for any decision much and that will come with really good,” she said. “With get from any of us is ‘no and any realignment by Texas experience.” the big hitters we’ve got and comment,’ Cronan said. She A&M will take place after a And so it may be a grow- how good our passing is added that the ADs “are ing process as the team will already, I’m real confident deferring all questions about “lengthy” process. make its way through a new we’ll do well.” expansion to the (SEC) com- “What we do, if anything, district this year. The season kicks off missioner.” will be in the best interest of Sebring joins up with Tuesday with the annual Pre Several other SEC athletic Texas A&M and the state of Lakeland-Kathleen, Winter Season Classic, with directors declined any com- Texas,” Loftin said earlier Haven and Lake Gibson to Okeechobee and Lake Placid ment. this week. “We’re also very form a small, though very squaring off at 6 p.m. and The meetings concluded concerned about the mem- tough district. Sebring facing Avon Park at on Thursday. bers of the Big 12. We don’t “Lake Gibson is really 7:30 p.m. Reports continue to swirl want the Big 12 to go away. good and Winter Haven did- The losing teams of those this week about Texas A&M We have no intention of n’t lose anyone from last two match-ups play Thursday possibly becoming the SEC’s doing anything that might News-Sun photo by DAN HOEHNE The imposing presence of the likes of Meghan Lollis in year, so they’re going to be at 6 p.m. with the winning 13th member. precipitate that.” the middle should benefit the Lady Streaks this season. hard for anyone to get past,” teams meeting after.

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Courtesy photo The Bill Jarrett Ford 65 Softball Team won their bracket at a recent tour- nament held in Altamonte Springs. Kneeling, left to right: Bill Todd, Harold Baucom, Andy Timermanis, Victor Rodriguez and Ross McMinn. Standing, left to right: Brian Pluta, Gary Tankersly, Harry Bell (Manager), Ron Berkum, Curt Brown, John Kloet, Bob Richards, Bob Roth Miami under and Bobby Fulcher. investigation Continued from 1B years. A person familiar with the cooperation with the NCAA 0 0 0 1 0 7 4 8 situation said much of GRIFFIN'S CARPET MART; 7.444"; 10"; Black; patio; from our staff and students,” Shapiro’s access to Hurricane Shalala said in a statement. programs in recent years was Most cases are resolved in approved by Hocutt. six to seven months, but The person spoke to The more complex investigations Associated Press on condi- take longer, an NCAA offi- tion of anonymity because of cial said. the ongoing investigation. Shapiro began making his Hocutt, the person said, allegations about a year ago. allowed Shapiro on the side- He told Yahoo Sports that line before football games at 72 football players and other times during the 2008 season, athletes at Miami received GRIFFIN'S CARPET MART; 7.444"; 10"; Black; patio; plus invited him to select 0 0 0 1 0 7 4 8 improper benefits from him gatherings reserved for the in the past decade. athletic department’s biggest Shapiro was sentenced to donors. prison in June for master- “That’s what Kirby did,” minding a $930 million Ponzi the person said. “His No. 1 scheme, plus ordered to pay job was to raise money and more than $82 million in this Nevin Shapiro guy was restitution to investors. one of the few people Kirby NCAA investigators were could get to write checks.” on the Miami campus this In a statement, Hocutt said week and have interviewed Shapiro was treated like Shalala and athletic director other members of the Shawn Eichorst. Hurricane Club. Eichorst was hired as ath- “While I was athletics letic director in April to director, the benefits and replace Kirby Hocutt, who experiences Mr. Shapiro became AD at Texas Tech. received were consistent with Al Golden became the those provided to others at Hurricanes’ coach in his membership level,” December after Randy Hocutt said. “I never person- Shannon was fired. ally approved any special Golden’s entire team prac- access for Mr. Shapiro to uni- ticed Wednesday, even versity athletics events or though the claims by Shapiro programs.” involve several current play- Larry Coker, who coached ers. the Hurricanes in 2001-06, Golden said it was too said he had not been contact- soon to take disciplinary ed by the NCAA or Miami action. about the investigation. His team opens the season Any coach or athletic Sept. 5 against Maryland. direction involved in the case Yahoo Sports published its who now works at another story Tuesday, saying it spent school could be subject to 100 hours interviewing NCAA punishment if found Shapiro over the span of 11 guilty of a violation. months and audited thou- The AP interviewed more sands of pages of financial than a dozen former Miami and business records to players, and their reactions examine his claims, some ranged from denials of involving events nearly a involvement to declining decade ago. comment. The NCAA’s four-year statute of limitations doesn’t AP Sports Writers Michael apply when there is a pattern Marot, Tim Reynolds, Betsy of willful violations that con- Blaney and Paul Weber con- tinues into the past four tributed to this report.

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Golf Hammock August 10. Craigo, 5-feet-10-inch- third place, Joe Graf with plus-1. Winning first place es; No. 12, J.R. The Mezza Group played Individual was the team of Ron Messier, 3-feet; and SpringLake Pro-Am Points at Golf Hammock CC Hesson, Jack No. 17, Cecil Lemons, on Monday, Aug. 15.. Maginnis, Don Boulton 25-feet-7.5-inches. The SpringLake Women’s Golf Ed Northrup scored a minus 1, good and John Ruffo with On Friday evening, Association played a Four Person for first place in A group and Doug 45; and second place, Aug. 12, a Scramble Scramble Tournament on Wednesday, Haire had a minus 5 for second place. Dick Denhart, Dave was played. Aug. 17 on Cougar 10 and Panther 1 In B group Tony Frances was even Colvin, Dick Reaney Winning first place courses. to take first place aand Shorty Crocker and Joe Swartz with was the team of Don Team No. 4, consisting of Teri was minus 2 for second place. 46. and Jody Ethan, Tom Swisher, Judy Dunn and Jean Terry Yandle shot a plus 3 to take Closest to the pin: Stewart, Pat and Joe Donahue, won first place with a par 72. the lead in C group and Bill Ringo No. 4, Dave Colvin, 10- Graf. Dottie Blackwell, Rita Jaskowski, made a plus 2 for second place. feet-9-inches; and No. The Morrison Group Rosie Foote and Julia Starr, Team No. Larry Spry shot a plus 4 for first 8, Joe Swartz, 8-feet-9- played a game on 1, came in with a 73 to win second place in D group while Frank Branca inches. Thursday, Aug. 11. place. and Ralph Scharff tied for second Winning first place On Tuesday, Aug. 15, the place ar minus 1. was the team of Romy Next Monday, Aug. 22, the Mezza Pinecrest SpringLake Men’s Golf Association On Wednesday, Aug. Febre, Harold Plagens held an Individual Net Score tourna- Group will play at Golf Hammock CC and Jim Cercy with beginning at 7:45 a..m. 17, the Men’s ment, using the front nine of Panther Association played minus-20. and the back nine of Cougar. For more information call Pete The Ladies Mezza at 382-1280. Team and Pro-Am The front nine of Cougar is closed Points. Association played a for construction of two new holes. Winning first place Pro-Am tournament In the A Flight, Pat Jaskowski won Lake June West Golf Club event on Thursday, was the team of Ron first place with a net 69 and Bob Hinde A Mixed Scramble was played on Aug. 11. Taylor, Chuck Primeua took second place with a net 70. Thursday, August 11. The winners were: and Paul Ford won with There was a tie for third place in A Winning first place was the team of plus-8 points. First place, Barb Joe and Joyce Swartz, John and Stuber; and second Flight between Edd Vowels and Gary Individual winners Behrendt at 71. Gloria Huggett and Betty Billau with were: A division - First place, Fran Neil. 54; second place, Dick and Norma The Men’s We want to congratulate a new place, Nic Staffiere with Men’s Day event on Saturday, Aug. 13. member, 18-year old Russell Rigg, a Denhart, John and Sue Ruffo and plus-10. B division - First place, Chuck Association played a Pro-Am tourna- Tying for first/second places were local high school golfer, who shot a Margaret Schultz with 56; and third Primeau with plus-5. C division, tying ment on Wednesday, Aug. 10. the teams of J.R. Messier, Len scratch 72. place, Ron Hesson, Dick and Nancy for first place were Paul Ford and J.W. Winning first place was the team of Westdale and Harold Kline; Cecil In B Flight, Chips Ryan got hot and Reaney and Charlotte Mathew with 60. McCamic with plus-5 each. Keith Kincer, Jim Cercy, Lefty St. Pierre Closest to the pin: (Ladies), No. Lemons, Jim Cercy and Fred Evans and Joe Graf with plus-.5. won first place with a net 66. Joyce Swartz, 23-feet-1-inch. with minus-21 each. Individual winners were: First place, Grouchy old Ed Clay took second The Men’s Association played a River Greens Closest to the pin: No. 3, Bob Bob Streeter with plus-1.5; second place with a net 69 and Jim Foote Men’s League event on Wednesday, The Men’s Association played a Streeter, 6-feet-3-inches; No. 5, Joe place, Tim Thomas with plus-5; and placed third with a net 70. Firemen host biggest fundraiser of the year being provided on the course. Preceding the day of golf, Continued from 1B Bronze sponsorships are a mixer will be held at the the kids, from Dixie all the also available for $500, new Sun ‘N Lake Golf and way up through high school,” which gives the contributor a Country Club Friday, Aug. Lovett said. “Every athletic free four-man team as well as 19, beginning at 6 p.m., and function that goes on in the a hole sponsorship on each of will feature music, bar and a greater Sebring area, we want the courses. slew of strong hors d’oeu- to help.” “As a fundraiser, it’s hard vres. Last year alone, the to really have a cut-off for At the mixer, the various Firemen gave a $33,000 entries,” Lovett said. “We’ll raffle items and silent auction check to the Sebring High wait until Friday for all the memorabilia can be perused, School athletic department, teams to sign up so we can for the drawings and bids in addition to many other make the most of the money being revealed at the post- contributions given on an as- we hope to raise. The folks at tournament luncheon needed basis. Sun ‘N Lake work that real Saturday. “I think if you added it all well for us. Up for raffle are two 50” up, we wrote checks that “The last few years, we’ve TVs, assorted other televi- News-Sun file photo by DAN HOEHNE totaled nearly $100,000,” had to use both the Turtle and sions of various sizes, golf An estimated 240 golfers have already signed up for this year’s Firemen’s Memorial Golf Lovett said. “We want to give Deer Run courses and have equipment and four tickets Classic, with more room and time left to sign up. out all of it.” had between 200 and 240 each, at the 40-yard line, to While times are tough, the golfers,” Lovett continued. the Capital One Bowl (SEC nesses throughout the com- football standouts. With it’s great setting, entry fee of $75 per player “We hope to get the same sort vs. Big Ten) and Champs munity. “For the Firemen, this is organization, play and fun, has remained one of the few of support this year. Right Sporting Goods Bowl (ACC Autographed memorabilia our biggest fund raiser of the the event has grown into one prices that hasn’t gone up. now we have around 240. It’s vs. Big Ten), four courtside feature the likes of Tim year,” Lovett said. “There are of the largest one-day events The fee includes golf cart all about the kids. Our sole tickets to the Florida-Stetson Tebow, Percy Harvin, Urban many others, the FACA All- in central Florida and, as for the day of play, one mul- purpose is to raise money for basketball game at the Meyer, Steve Spurrier, Will Star events, barbecues and with all that the Firemen do, ligan, range balls and prizes - the kids of the area, so we Amway Center Monday, Nov. Muschamp, Nick Saban ad the like, but this is our is an ever-growing way to with food and beverages need golfers to sign up.” 28 and gift cards from busi- Jimbo Fisher among state biggest.” give back. Eagles see first-day success at Haines City Continued from 1B nated the Rattlers and taking he was going into the end tough driving down the field. association and this opening Games will begin at 8:30 expecting good things to the second win of the day zone was hauled in by Unfortunately, due to heavy day of football a success. a.m. come during the season. with a score of 28-0. Timothy Jordan. lightning, the referees called The Highlands Eagles will Admission is $4 for adults The Eagles traveled to Next up was the Pee Wee The Eagles shut down the the game early in the third be playing in their first offi- and $3 for children. Cook Field in Haines City to team, ages 10 and 11, Rattlers allowing them only quarter. cial season game this Come on out to support the take on the Haines City coached by Tim Hooks. one score for the day, taking All in all it was a great day Saturday, Aug. 20, in Lake Highlands Youth Football & Rattlers. It was a tough, defensive their first win of the season of football. Wales against the Gators. Cheer program. The anticipation of getting game with the Rattlers. 21-6. The Eagles had taken to play in the first jamboree The game went tit-for-tat The last game of the day flight as the newest associa- game was finally here. when the Rattlers broke STATE FARM; 3.639"; 5"; Black; **internet includ- was the Varsity team, ages tion and team in the PAL ed**; 0 0 0 1 1 1 5 3 Coaches have been getting through to make the only 13, 14 and 15, coached by association and had some their game strategies together score of the game. John Bishop. great results during the day. and player hopes were high. The Pee Wee offense ral- The Eagles took the field The HYF Board of Full games with each team lied together and drove down with pride, focused and ready Directors want to express playing four quarters of ball the field, but was just unable for some football. their appreciation to the par- were scheduled for the day. to get into the end zone, giv- The Rattlers took an early ents, players, cheerleaders Taking the field in new ing the Eagles the first loss of lead in the game, 8-0, but the and coaches for your partici- helmets and uniforms, the the day by an 8-0 score. STATE FARM; 3.639"; 5"; Eagles defense stood strong pation and contributions. 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The game was a very excit- The JV Eagles defensive ing, close game with the dominated the Rattlers while HARDER HALL GOLF Eagles getting their first win the offense continued to take COURSE; 3.639"; 3"; Black; of the day with a score of 20- the ball down the field. sports; 0 0 0 1 0 6 7 8 19 Niyke Echavarria scored Next to take the field was two touchdowns for the day; the Mighty Might team, ages running the ball in for one 7, 8 and 9, coached by Willis and scoring on a pass play McGuire. thrown by Smith. The Eagles took the field An awesome two-point with pride and quickly domi- conversion catch in the air as NEWS-SUN • 385-6155

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www.newssun.com News-Sun ࡗ Friday, August 19, 2011 Page 5B HEALTHY LIVING Honey provides sweet relief Addiction a brain disorder, not just for coughing children bad behavior By LAURAN NEERGAARD effort to translate those researchers have shown that most of AP Medical Writer findings to primary care the time they don’t work well on chil- WASHINGTON — doctors and the general dren, plus they can have some serious Addiction isn’t just about public. side effects. For example, in a 2007 willpower. It’s a chronic “The behavioral problem study at the Pennsylvania State brain disease, says a new is a result of brain dysfunc- University College of Medicine groups definition aimed at helping tion,” agrees Dr. Nora of children with upper respiratory tract families and their doctors Volkow, director of the infections received either remedies better understand the chal- National Institute on Drug containing the cough suppressant dex- lenges of treating it. Abuse. Dear Pharmacist tromethorphan or a spoonful of honey “Addiction is about a lot She welcomed the state- Suzy Cohen or no treatment at all before going more than people behaving ment as a way to help her to bed. badly,” says Dr. Michael M. own agency’s work to spur Dear Pharmacist: My 5-year-old Researchers had parents Miller of the American more primary care physi- daughter has developed a persistent report on both coughing and Society for Addiction cians to screen their cough. Can you recommend something whether the child got a good Medicine. patients for signs of addic- to help? night’s sleep. Guess which That’s true whether it tion. NIDA estimates that – L.E., Seattle, Wash. remedy won the day? That old- involves drugs and alcohol 23 million Americans need Answer: Please make every effort to fashioned, tried-and-true remedy or gambling and compul- treatment for substance find out what’s causing that cough and – a teaspoon of honey. sive eating, the doctors abuse but only about 2 mil- see your pediatrician. Likely triggers Here’s what the researchers said: group said Monday. And lion get that help. include pet dander, pollen, mildew “Parents rated honey most favorably like other chronic condi- Trying to add compas- spores, perfumes or scented products, for symptomatic relief of their child’s tions such as heart disease sion to the brain findings, and even chemicals used in crafts. And nocturnal cough and sleep difficulty or diabetes, treating addic- NIDA even has made read- be sure to ask your child what she due to upper respiratory tract infec- tion and preventing relapse ings from Eugene O’Neill’s thinks makes her cough. tion.” is a long-term endeavor, the “Long Day’s Journey into Here’s a good story. A friend of mine You should never give honey specialists concluded. Night” a part of meetings had a persistent cough that developed to children under the age of 1 or Addiction generally is where primary care doctors every winter when she was a child. 2, there’s even debate on that. described by its behavioral learn about addiction. She kept telling her parents that she It may trigger allergic reac- symptoms — the highs, the Then there’s the frustra- was coughing because it felt like she tions in very young children cravings, and the things tion of relapses, which doc- had hair in her throat. That was back and has been associated with people will do to achieve tors and families alike need in the days when every other child in various toxins, depending on one and avoid the other. to know are common for a America, it seemed, had a tonsillec- the type of honey. The new definition doesn’t chronic disease, Volkow tomy. Predictably, her pediatrician However, let me be clear disagree with the standard says. recommended a tonsillectomy. that one should also never guide for diagnosis based “You have family mem- To make a long story short, my give cough suppressant med- on those symptoms. bers that say, ‘OK, you’ve friend had her tonsils removed. And it ication to young children either, But two decades of neu- been to a detox program, didn’t make a bit of difference. She unless recommended by a pedia- roscience have uncovered how come you’re taking kept on coughing, year after year, trician because they can slow how addiction hijacks dif- drugs?’” she says. “The every winter. As an adult, my friend breathing. ferent parts of the brain, to pathology in the brain per- had a light bulb go off inside her explain what prompts those sists for years after you’ve head. That cough really was from Did You Know? behaviors and why they can stopped taking the drug.” hair, or rather fur. Her mother used to Researchers just found that be so hard to overcome. Just what does happen in cover her against the cold with a GABA receptors in the retinal The society’s policy the brain? It’s a complex squirrel coat. She went to sleep every cells stopped functioning prop- statement, published on its interplay of emotional, cog- night with her face erly when vitamin C website, isn’t a new direc- nitive and behavioral net- buried in the was deficient, so tak- tion as much as part of an works. folds of ing vitamin C may that old fur help preserve vision. coat—that HRMC; 3.639"; 3"; Black plus three; old shedding fur coat. If her parents Suzy Cohen is a registered pharmacist had only listened to her about the cough remedies for your child although and the author. Visit www. DearPharmacist. process, healthy living; 0 0 0 1 0 7 0 3 “hair,” she might have been spared the cough drops are OK. That may sound com for more information. This information surgeon’s scalpel. like an odd recommendation coming is not intended to treat, diagnose or cure I don’t suggest use over-the-counter from a pharmacist. But medical your condition.

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Atonement Lutheran RELIGION GUIDELINES: The News-Sun publishes religion news on Fridays. Everyone is encouraged to Monday through Thursday or Church, ELCA bring school supplies to e-mail the church at placid- The submission deadline is 5 p.m. Monday to be considered for publica- church, also. [email protected]. SEBRING — The 10th tion in the following Friday’s paper. Sunday after Pentecost serv- Submit items to the News-Sun’s from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays; fax to First Baptist Church First Christian ice, with Holy Eucharist will 385-2453; send e-mail to [email protected]; or mail to Lifestyle Editor, of Avon Park Church of Avon Park be led by the Rev. Jefferson News-Sun, 2227 U.S. 27 South, Sebring, FL 33870. For information, call Cox. Eucharist AVON PARK — The Rev. AVON PARK — “Living Assistant/Lector is Ron 385-6155, ext. 516. Jon Beck will be speaking at Comfortably in Christ” is the Fitzpatrick. the morning service and the sermon for this week in The church is accepting Avon Park Church of The Wednesday night Bible Road 634 (Hammock Road). evening service. Pastor Greg’s sermon series donations for the upcoming Christ is at 200 S. Forest study will continue the book Call 471-1999 or visit Wednesday services “Cooling Off In This Hot, Trash and Treasure Yard Sale Ave. For information, call of Hebrews. sebringemmanuelucc.com. include prayer meeting/Bible Hot World” from II Sept. 15-17. Please call Jim 453-4692. study as well as children and Corinthians and I Peter. Schwandt at 655-1495 or the Eastside Christian Faith Lutheran youth Activities. This Wednesday evening church at 385-0797 and Christ Lutheran Church Church Spanish Church, led by there will be regular Bible leave a message to make Church - LCMS the Rev. Jonathan Soltero, studies for all ages. arrangements for pick-up of LAKE PLACID — SEBRING — Pastor Gary meets Sunday and First Christian Church of donations. AVON PARK — This Wednesday evening’s our Kindle will be delivering his Wednesday Avon Park’s motto is at 1016 The Labyrinth Prayer Sunday, Pastor Scott mid-week Bible study and sermon entitled: “Living The church is at 100 N. W. Camphor (behind the Garden is open to the com- McLean will be preaching a discussion time is an infor- Sacrifices” based on Romans Lake Ave. For more informa- Wachovia Bank). Call 453- munity as well as congrega- sermon entitled “Storming mal setting with open dis- 11:33-12:8. tion, call (863) 453-6681 or 5334 or e-mail firstchris- tion seven days per week. the Gates of Hell.” cussion. Students, preschool e-mail [email protected]. [email protected]. All are welcome to do this The church is at 1320 Eastside Christian Church through adult, bring your The website is “walking meditation.” C.R. 64, east the Avon Park is at 101 Peace Avenue in backpacks or lunch boxes to First Baptist Church www.firstchristianap.com. High School. For more Lake Placid, two miles east worship service at 9:30 a.m. of Placid Lakes Avon Park Church of information, call 471-2663 of U.S. 27 on C.R. 621. Call The services will lift up chil- First Christian Christ or search the Internet for 465-7065. dren and students of all ages, LAKE PLACID — On Church (Disciples of christlutheranavonpark.org. dedicating them to God’s Sunday, pastor Darryl Christ) AVON PARK — “The This is an LCMS congrega- Emmanuel United glory as we begin a new George will preach the ser- Lord Is Dealing with Me,” tion. Church of Christ school year. mon entitled “The Rules for SEBRING — At the (Hebrews 12:7), will be the Teachers, aides, princi- the Disciples!” with regards Lord’s Table will be Walter message presented by Christian Training SEBRING — The Rev. pals, administrators, secre- to Luke 6:12-17. and Anna Coley. Minister Larry Roberts on Church George Miller will deliver taries, cooks, librarians, jani- The church is at the corner Communion will be served Sunday. The Lord’s Supper the Sunday morning sermon, tors and bus drivers come to of Washington and Kemper by Fanny Goff, Sandi is served every Sunday. SEBRING — Associate “Wounded but not Defeated” church to be blessed, Avenues in Placid Lakes. A Laufer, Chris Baker and The Sunday evening serv- Minister Casey L. Downing with Scripture taken from affirmed in your vocation, nursery is provided for all Mike Graves. ice will be a devotional with will bring the message titled Psalm 124. and encouraged as you serve services. For more informa- Greeters will be Cy and a fingerfood fellowship to “Facing the Daily Grind” at The church is 1.7 miles children and families in your tion, please call 465-5126 follow. the Sunday morning service. west of U.S. 27 on County daily work. from 8 a.m. to noon, Continued on page 7B PLACES TO WORSHIP Places to Worship is a paid a.m.; Wednesday: Evening or the ministries offered, call 655- Aaron Snider, Youth Pastor. on County Road 621), 465-7065. comfort, guidance, support and advertisement in the News-Sun Service, 7 p.m.; Children/Youth, 7 1878. Sunday School for all ages, 9:30 Ray Culpepper, senior pastor. healing found in the lesson-ser- that is published Friday and p.m. Telephone: 453-4256. Fax: I First Baptist Church, Sebring, a.m.; Morning Worship Service, Sunday: Bible classes, 9 a.m.; mons. Sunday. To find out more infor- 453-6986. E-mail: office@apfellow 200 E. Center Ave., Sebring, FL 10:45 a.m.; Awana kindergarten Worship Celebration with the mation on how to place a listing ship.org; Web site, www.apfellow 33870. Telephone: 385-5154. Dr. through fifth grade, 5:30 p.m.; Lord’s Supper each week 10:15 in this directory, call the News- ship.org. David E. Richardson, senior pas- Evening Worship, 6 p.m. a.m. Thelma Hall, organist; and Pat Sun at 385-6155, ext. 502. I First Baptist Church of Avon tor; Rev. Joe Delph, minister of Wednesday: Student ministry, 6:30 Hjort, pianist. Wednesday: Praise CHURCH OF Park, 100 N. Lake Ave., Avon Park. youth and activities. Group Bible p.m.; Adult Midweek Prayer and and Prayer, 6:30 p.m.; “Building BRETHREN Rev. Jon Beck, pastor; Scott King Studies, 9:15 a.m.; Blended Bible Study, 7 p.m. A nursery for God’s Kingdom for Everyone.” APOSTOLIC youth minister; and Joy Loomis, Service, 10:30 a.m.; Mision under age 3 is available at all serv- “Jesus Christ, the Way, Truth and I Church of the Brethren, 700 S. music director. Regular Sunday Buatista Hispana, 2 p.m.; Sunday ices. Provisions for handicapped Life!” “Alive and Worth the Drive!” Pine St., Sebring, FL 33870. I Greater Faith Apostolic schedule: 8:30 a.m. Orchestra Evening Worship, 6 p.m. and hard-of-hearing. Office phone, I Sebring Christian Church, Sunday: Church School, 9 a.m.; Church, 24 Rainer Drive, Lake rehearsal; 9 a.m. Library open; Wednesday night programs at the 385-0752. 4514 Hammock Road, Sebring, FL Morning Worship, 10:15 a.m. Placid, FL 33852. invites you to 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; 11 a.m. ROC begin 5:30 p.m., at church I Spring Lake Baptist Church, 33872. Tod Schwingel, Preacher; Wednesday: Temple Choir, 7:30 come worship with us in spirit and Morning Worship; 11 a.m. begin 6:30 p.m. Preschool and “Where the Bible is Always Open.” Marco Gallardo, Youth Pastor. p.m. Phone 385-1597. truth at 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Children’s Church; 4 p.m. Evening Mother’s Day Out for children age Pastor Richard Schermerhorn. Sunday Worship, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday, and at 7:30 p.m. Service. Tuesday schedule: 8-10 6 weeks to 5 years old. Becky 7408 Valencia Road; 655-2610. On Sunday School, 11 a.m.; Sunday CHURCH OF CHRIST Wednesday. For information con- a.m., basic computer Gotsch, director. Call 385-4704. U.S. 98 at the Spring Lake Village Youth Service, 6 p.m; Evening tact 840-0152. Pastor Larry class/Sonshine House; 7-9 p.m. I Florida Avenue Baptist II entrance. Sunday School, 9:45 service at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday I Avon Park Church of Christ, Carmody. conversational English and citizen- Church, 401 S. Florida Ave., Avon a.m. for all ages; Morning Worship, night meals, 5:30 p.m. followed by 200 S. Forest Ave., Avon Park, FL ship classes/Sonshine House. Park. Mailing address is 710 W. 10:45 a.m.; Sunday Evening classes at 6:30 p.m. Changing 33825. Minister: Larry Roberts. Sunday Worship Services, 10:30 ASSEMBLY OF GOD Regular Wednesday schedule: Bell St., Avon Park, FL 33825. Worship, 6 p.m. Wednesday Mid- Seasons, a men’s grief support 5:15 p.m. Family Night Supper; 6 Telephone, 453-5339. Rev. John D. week Bible Study and Prayer group, meets at 1 p.m. a.m. and 6 p.m. Nursery facilities p.m. Bible Study and Prayer; 6 p.m. Girdley, pastor. Sunday School, are available at every service. Bible I Christ Fellowship Church Service, 6:30 p.m. Nursery avail- Wednesdays. Alzheimers Adult Choir Practice; 6:30 p.m. chil- 9:45 a.m.; Sunday Worship, 11 Study: Sunday, 9:30 a.m. and (Assembly of God), 2935 New able for all services. Caregivers Support Group meets dren’s choir rehearsals; 7 p.m. chil- a.m.; 11 a.m. Children’s Church; Wednesday, 7 p.m. Bible centered Life Way. Bearing His Name; I Sunridge Baptist Church, at 1 p.m. Thursdays. Office hours, dren’s mission groups. Call 453- Sunday Evening Worship, 6 p.m. classes for all ages. Church phone: Preaching His Doctrine; and (SBC) 3704 Valerie Blvd. (U.S. 27 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday-Friday. 6681 for details. Primera Mision Wednesday night programs for 453-4692. Awaiting His Coming. “Worshiping and Valerie, across from Florida Phone 382-6676. Bautista, 100 N. Lake Ave., Avon children, youth and adults at 7 p.m. I Sebring Parkway Church of God in Spirit and in Truth.” Sunday Hospital), Sebring. Tim Finch, pas- I First Christian Church, 1016 Park, Johnattan Soltero, Pastor. I Independent Baptist Church, Christ, 3800 Sebring Parkway, School, 9 a.m.; Morning Worship, tor. Sunday School, 9;30 a.m.; W. Camphor St., Avon Park, FL Regular Sunday schedule: 10 a.m., 5704 County Road 17 South, Sebring, FL 33870; 385-7443. We 10 a.m.; Evening Worship, 5 p.m. Sunday Morning Worship, 10:45 33825; (863) 453-5334; on the Bible Study; 11 a.m., Worship Sebring, FL 33876. Sunday would like to extend an invitation Wednesday: Worship, 7 p.m. a.m.; and Sunday Evening Service, Web at www.firstchristianap.com. Service. Wednesday schedule: 7 School, 9:30 a.m. Sunday worship, for you and your family to visit with Pastor Eugene Haas. Phone 471- 6 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer, Bible Our motto is “Jesus is First at First p.m., Bible study. 10:30 a.m. Sunday evening, 6 p.m. us here at Sebring Parkway. Our 0924. Study, and Youth, 6:30 Christian Church.” Greg Ratliff, I First Baptist Church of Lake Wednesday service, 7 p.m. hours of service are: Sunday Bible I First Assembly of God, 4301 p.m.Nursery provided. For informa- Senior Minister; Ray Culpepper, 111 Lake Josephine Fundamental, soul-winning, mis- Kenilworth Blvd., Sebring. The Rev. Josephine, tion, call 382-3695. Family Life Minister; Jon Carter, Class, 9 a.m.; Sunday Worship Drive, Sebring (just off U.S. 27 mid- sion-minded, King James Bible Wilmont McCrary, pastor. Sunday Music Director. Bible School 9 Service, 10 a.m.; Sunday Evening School, 10 a.m.; Morning Worship way between Sebring and Lake Church. Larry Ruse, pastor. Phone a.m.; Worship 10 a.m.; Bible Study, Service, 6 p.m.; Wednesday and KIDS Church, 11 a.m.; Placid). Your place for family, 655-1899. Bus transportation. CATHOLIC 6 p.m.; Wednesday studies for all Service, 7 p.m. I Evening Worship, 7 p.m. friends and faith. Sunday morning Leisure Lakes Baptist Church, ages, 6 p.m. Nursery provided for I Our Lady of Grace Catholic Wednesday Family Night, (Adult worship service is 11 a.m. Nursery 808 Gardenia St., Lake Placid (just all events. CHURCH OF Church, 595 East Main St., Avon Bible Study), LIFE Youth Group, is provided for both services with off of Miller at the west end of Lake I First Christian Church Park, 453-4757. Father Nicholas NAZARENE Royal Rangers, Missionettes, 7:30 Children’s Church at 11 a.m. Life June) “Where the old fashion (Disciples of Christ), 510 changing Bible Study for all ages gospel is preached.” Sunday McLoughlin, pastor. Saturday Vigil Poinsettia Avenue, (corner of p.m. Phone 385-6431. I First Church of the Nazarene starts at 9:45 a.m. Associate Pastor School begins at 9:45 a.m.; Mass is 4 p.m. in English and 7 Poinsettia and Eucalyptus), of Avon Park, P.O. Box 1118., Allen Altvater leads the youth in Sunday Worship service at 11 a.m.; p.m. in Spanish; Sunday mass 8 Sebring, FL 33870. Phone: 385- Avon Park, FL 33825-1118. 707 W. their quest to become more like Sunday Evening Service is at 6 and 10:30 a.m. in English. 0358 or 385-3435. The Rev. BAPTIST Main St. Randall Rupert, Pastor. Christ. Sunday night worship at 6 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting Weekday mass at 8 a.m. Ronald Norton, Pastor; Sunday Sunday: Sunday school begins at I Avon Park Lakes Baptist p.m. Wednesday Bible Study and and Bible Study at 7 p.m. Call the Confessions are at 3:30 p.m. School, 9 a.m.; Praise Breakfast, 9:45 a.m. for all ages; morning wor- Church, 2600 N. Highlands Blvd., Prayer meeting at 7 p.m. along with church at 699-0671 for more infor- Saturday. Religious Education 10 a..m., Morning Worship, 10:30 ship at 10:45 a.m.; and evening Avon Park, FL 33825. George Hall, youth worship in the youth facility, mation. Classes are 9-10:20 a.m. Sunday a.m.; Children’s Church, 10:30 a.m. I service at 6 p.m. Wednesday Pastor. Christ centered and bibli- and missions training for all chil- Maranatha Baptist Church for grades K through 8th. Thursday, Praise and Worship, evening service is at 7 p.m. with cally based. Sunday worship serv- dren. Call the church at 655-1524. (GARBC), 35 Maranatha Blvd., Confirmation class is from 6:30-8 6:45 p.m. Youth Fellowship, 7:15 I special services for children and ices, 8:30 a.m., 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. First Baptist Church of Lake Sebring, FL 33870 (A half mile east p.m. Wednesday. Youth Nights p.m.; Midweek Bible Study, 7:15 adults. Special services once a Nursery facilities are available. Placid, Knowing God’s Heart and of Highlands Avenue on Arbuckle grades 6th and up, 6:30-8 p.m. p.m. Bible studies at 9:45 a.m. Sunday Sharing God’s Hope, 119 E. Royal Creek Road.) Sunday School, 9 Wednesday. month for seniors (Prime Time) and and 7 p.m. Wednesday. Prayer Palm Street. (2 blocks south of a.m.; Morning Worship, 10:15 a.m.; I St. Catherine Catholic Church, Ladies ministries. If you need any Time 6 p.m. on Wednesday. Bible Interlake Blvd) Lake Placid, FL Evening Service, 6 p.m. Mid-week 820 Hickory St., Sebring. Mailing more information, call 453-4851. CHRISTIAN & I classes at 9:45 a.m. are centered 33852 (863) 465-3721, Email: service, Wednesday, 6 p.m. Daily address: 882 Bay St., Sebring, FL First Church of the Nazarene for all ages. Choir practice at 5 p.m. www.fbclp.com. Pastor Brett Prayer and Bible Study, 8 a.m., 33870, 385-0049. www.stcathe. MISSIONARY of Lake Placid, 512 W. Interlake Sunday. Church phone: 452-6556. Morey, senior pastor. Sunday serv- Hamman Hall. Pastor Gerald com. Very Rev. José González, ALLIANCE Blvd., Lake Placid, FL 33852. I Bethany Baptist Church ices - Traditional Service 9 a.m., Webber and Associate Pastors V.F. Masses – Saturday Vigil, 4 Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; Morning (GARBC) We are located at the Contemporary Service 10:30 a.m. Don Messenger and Ted Ertle. p.m.; Sunday, 8 and 10:30 a.m.; I The Alliance Church of worship, 10:45 a.m.; Evening serv- corner of SR17 and C-17A (truck Link Groups at 9 and 10:30 a..m., Phone 382-4301. Spanish Mass, noon; Daily Masses Sebring, 4451 Sparta Road, ice, 6 p.m. Wednesday evening, 7 route) in Avon Park. Join us Senior Sunday Night and Sunday I Parkway Free Will Baptist 8 a.m. and noon Monday-Friday; 9 Sebring, FL 33875. Call 382-1343. p.m. Classes for adult children and Sunday morning at 9:00 AM for cof- Evening Bible study at 6 p.m. Church, 3413 Sebring Parkway, a.m. Saturday. Confession: every Rev. Steve Hagen, pastor. Sunday youth. Call 465-6916. Pastor Tim fee and doughnuts, followed with Wednesday Activities: Family din- Sebring, FL 33870. Welcome to the Saturday 3-3:45 p.m. or first Friday services: Sunday School meets at Taylor. Sunday School for all ages at 9:30. ner at 5 p.m. ($4 per person, reser- church where the “Son” always of the month 7:15-7:45 a.m., or by 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Morning Sunday morning worship service vations required). Adult-LifeSource shines. Sunday School, 10 a.m.; appointment. Enroll your students Worship Service meets at 10:30 begins at 10:30 a.m., and evening classes, prayer meeting, Youth Morning Worship, 11 a.m.; Sunday today for Catholic School grades a.m.; Sunday Evening Bible Study CHURCHES OF worship service is at 6 p.m. On Intersections, and Kids K-5- Evening Worship, 6 p.m.; and Pre-K3 through 5th grade. meets at 6 p.m. (off site); CHRIST IN Wednesdays, the Word of Life teen MaxKidz Extreme meet at 6:15 Wednesday Evening Worship, 7 I St. James Catholic Church, Wednesday Prayer Gathering ministry and the Catylist class p.m. Men meet at 8 a.m. every p.m. End-of-the-Month-Sing at 6 3380 Placidview Drive, Lake meets at 6 p.m. CHRISTIAN UNION (20's+) begin at 6:30 PM. The adult Tuesday for prayer breakfast and p.m. on the last Sunday of each Placid, 465-3215. Father Michael I Bible and Prayer Time begins at 7 women’s prayer breakfast is at 8 month. The Rev. J.S. Scaggs, pas- J. Cannon. Mass schedule: Community Bible Church - p.m. For more information go to a.m. every Wednesday, both at the tor. Church phone: 382-3552. Summer (May 1 to Oct. 31) - CHRISTIAN SCIENCE Churches of Christ in Christian www.bethanybaptistap.com or call Family Restaurant. Home phone: 214-3025. Affiliated Saturday Vigil, 4 p.m.; Sunday 8 Union, (Orange Blossom I the church office at 863-452-1136. I First Baptist Church of Lorida with the National Association of a.m. and 9:30 a.m.; Weekdays, 9 Christian Science Church, 146 Conference Center) 1400 C-17A I Faith Missionary Baptist located right on U.S. 98 in Lorida. Free Will Baptists, Nashville, Tenn. a.m. December thru Easter - N. Franklin St. Sunday: 10:30 a.m. North (truck route), Avon Park. Church, off State Road 17 North of Sunday School begins at 9:45 a.m. I Sparta Road Baptist Church, Saturday, 4 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m., morning worship and Sunday Presenting Jesus Christ as the Sebring at 1708 LaGrange Ave. for all ages. Sunday worship serv- (SBC) 4400 Sparta Road. Rev. 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Weekdays 9 school. Testimonial meetings at answer for time and eternity. Sunday School, 10 a.m.; Morning ices are at 11 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Ken Geren, interim pastor. Sunday a.m.; and Holy Days 8 a.m., 9:30 4 p.m. each second and fourth Sunday morning worship service, Worship, 11 a.m.; Evening Preschool care is provided at the school, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday Morning a.m. and 7 p.m., first Saturday at 9 Wednesday. A free public reading 10:30 a.m. Nursery provided. Worship, 6 p.m. Wednesday 11 a.m. worship service. Worship, 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening a.m. room/bookstore, located in the Junior Church activities at same Service, 7 p.m. Deaf interpretation Wednesday evening Bible Study Worship, 6 p.m. Wednesday: church, is open before and after time for K-6 grade. Sunday School available. Ken Lambert, Pastor. and Prayer meeting is at 6:30 p.m., Prayer/Bible Study, 6 p.m. Nursery church services. The Bible and the Bible hour (all ages), 9:30 a.m. Phone 386-5055. followed by adult choir rehearsal. provided. For information, call 382- CHRISTIAN Christian Science textbook, (Transportation available.) Sunday I Fellowship Baptist Church, From September the AWANA 0869. ‘Science and Health with Key to evening praise and worship serv- 1000 Maxwell St., Avon Park, FL groups meet. First Lorida is the I Southside Baptist Church I Eastside Christian Church, the Scriptures’ by Mary Baker Eddy ice, 6 p.m. Wednesday evening 33825. Sunday: Sunday School, “Place to discover God’s love.” For (GARBC), 379 S. Commerce Ave., 101 Peace Ave., Lake Placid, FL are our only preachers. All are wel- prayer service, 7 p.m. Children and 9:30 a.m.; Morning Worship, 10:45 more information about the church Sebring. David C. Altman, Pastor; 33852 (two miles east of U.S. 27 come to come and partake of the youth activities at 7 p.m.

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Continued from page 6B Bible times. Sunday’s video is enti- for kids on Tuesday night including Kelly and Dorothy Newton. Needy” is taken from Ruth 2 (King tled “Ears to Hear.” Wendy Garcia Bible study, arts and crafts, games, The church is at 2705 Alternate James Version). Pastor Jim Scaggs Ruby Nicholson. Lynne Warman is teaching the youth class and snacks and other activities. Route 17 South in Sebring (behind will bring the message in the will be responsible for the Call to their lessons discuss how the Bible Pastor Zimmer continues river Publix). Call 314-9693. Sunday morning and evening serv- Worship. applies to life today. renewal sermon series on the ices. The Wednesday evening serv- Children’s Church, under the On Thursday, the Men’s Psalms continues every Sunday Memorial United ice will be praise, prayer and Bible leadership of Noel and Juanita Fellowship meets at The Depot for through August. Methodist Church study. Roberts, will begin meeting again breakfast and returns to the church Ustream available (live or 24/7) Pastor Ron’s sermon is titled for a short Bible study and a work of all services in Sebring. Log on LAKE PLACID — A series on St. John United “Jesus Forgives an Adulterous project at a member’s home. to ustream.tv, and enter grace- how God helps you deal with stress Methodist Church Woman,” taken from John 8:7-8. The church is at 215 E. Circle pointetv in the search box. Choose continues this week. The topic is Adrienne Diaz will be serving in Street (with two entrances on your session. God’s Antidote to Your Hurt. SEBRING — On Sunday, the the nursery the whole month of Lagrande Street). For more infor- Senior Pastor Fred Ball will preach sermon topic will be “Non-con- August. The acolyte for the month mation, call the church office at Heartland Christian in the Sanctuary for the Heritage formed for the Lord” taken from of August is Heaven Kunsak. 453-3242. Church (traditional) Worship Service and Romans 12:1-8. Nursery is provid- the Celebration (blended) Worship. ed at all three services. First Presbyterian First Presbyterian SEBRING — Pastor Ted Pastoral Assistant Claude Burnett Church of Avon Park Church of Sebring Moore’s sermon this Sunday will will lead the Contemporary New Sebring Church of the Brethren be “Make a Difference” with Song Worship Service in Rob SEBRING — On Sunday morn- AVON PARK — On Sunday SEBRING — “Faith: Turning Scripture from Matthew 5:13-16 Reynolds Fellowship Hall. ing, Pastor Keith Simmons will morning, Pastor Bob Johnson’s ser- Heart Affections to Jesus,” is the Communion is offered during the It’s Back to School Messy Night have a sermon titled “Pure Love.” mon is entitled “Forsaking the title of Sunday morning’s sermon service weekly. for the Youth group (students sixth The Scripture reading will be from Lord” based on Joshua 24:1-22. given by the Rev. Darrell A. Peer. The service will also include through 12th grade), so they need Romans 12:9-21. Special music will be provided Deacons meeting is Monday in George Kelly singing “My Savior’s to dress appropriately and meet in Sunday school will meet in the by Beth Helms singing “We Shall the conference room. Tuesday, the Love;” and Flossi Moore singing the Lighthouse at 5 p.m. Fidelis Room. They will be study- Behold Him” and “In the Garden.” Grief Support Group, meets in the “Wherever you go.” The church is behind the tower ing “God Calls For Obedience,” Sunday school is available for adult classroom. Wednesday’s adult Bible study resumes Sept. 6 and at 500 Kent Ave. in Lake Placid. taken from the Scripture all ages. The adult Sunday school Bible study meets in the adult 7. Call 465-2422 for more informa- Deuteronomy 6. class is watching a video series Tuesday’s adult Bible study will tion. classroom. published by Focus on the Family be taught by Pastor Ted Moore Southside Baptist Church and narrated by renowned teacher Wednesday night’s young adult Parkway Free Will Grace Pointe Ministries SEBRING — “Judges - When and historian Ray VanderLaan. and children’s programs taught by Baptist Church the World is Dark” is the title of These videos visit different places SEBRING — Home Bible study George Kelly, Jon and Amanda the message the Rev. David Altman in the Holy Land and make the on Tuesday will be “A New Song” Armentrout and Toby Cribbs. It SEBRING — The Sunday morn- viewer feel as if they are back in from Revelations 14. Special times features a free meal by Barbara ing Bible lesson, “Empowering the Continued on page 8B PLACES TO WORSHIP welcome. Come grow with us. Hammock Road, Sebring, FL Bookstore and Cafe, Prayer I Spring Lake Presbyterian EPISCOPAL Phone 385-0797. 33872. Sunday: American Sign Ministry, Life Enrichment Groups. Church (USA), 5887 U.S. 98, UNITED METHODIST I Christ Lutheran Church Avon Language: First Worship sermon, Rev. Andrew C. Conyer, senior Sebring, FL 33876. Sunday School, I The Episcopal Church of the Park – LCMS, 1320 County Road songs signed first and second minister transforming lives from 9 a.m.; Worship Service, 10 a.m. I First United Methodist Church, Redeemer.Service time is 9:30 64, 1/2 mile east of Avon Park High Worship services. First Worship ordinary to extraordinary. Session meets at 6:30 p.m. the 105 S. Pine St., Sebring, FL 33870. with Holy Communion. Coffee hour School. Sunday Divine Worship is service, 9 a.m.; Second Worship I The Way Church, 1005 N. second Thursday of the month, The Rev. A.C. Bryant, pastor. following services. Newcomers at 10 a.m. Holy Communion is cel- service, 10:45 a.m. Nursery (up to Ridgewood Drive, Sebring. Sunday September through June. Board of Traditional Worship Service at 8:10 welcome. Call 453-5664 or e-mail ebrated every week with traditional 2 years old) and Sunday school school and worship service at 9 Deacon’s meet at 5:30 p.m. first and 10:50 a.m. in the sanctuary, [email protected] Web site: Lutheran Liturgy, hymns and songs classes both hours. BFC Youth, 6 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Youth activi- Monday of the month. Choir Contemporary Worship in the FLC of praise. Fellowship time with cof- p.m.; Evening Service, 6:30 p.m. ties, 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays. The redeemeravon.com. The church is rehearses at 7 p.m. each at 9:30 a.m. Sunday School at 9:30 at 839 Howe’s Way, Avon Park fee and refreshments follows wor- Wednesday: Youth, 6-7:30 p.m.; Way is a church family who gathers Wednesday, September through and 10:30 a.m. Methodist Youth (two miles north of Sun ’N Lake ship. Come worship and fellowship Prayer time, 6:15 p.m. Todd for contemporary worship, teaching April. Presbyterian Women meet at Fellowship at 5:30 p.m. Sundays Boulevard, across from Wells with us. For information call Pastor Patterson, pastor; Andy McQuaid, of God’s Word, prayer and fellow- 10 a.m. the third Thursday of the with Rick Heilig, youth director. Dodge.) Scott McLean at 471-2663 or see associate pastor. Web site ship. Come early and stay after for month. Organist: Richard Wedig. The 10:55 a.m. Sunday worship I St. Agnes Episcopal Church, christlutheranavonpark.org. www.bfcsebring.com. Church office fellowship time. Child care and chil- Choir Director: Suzan Wedig. service is broadcast over WITS 3840 Lakeview Drive, Sebring, FL I Faith Lutheran Church – 385-1024. dren’s church are provided. Church phone, 655-0713; e-mail, 1340 on AM dial. There is a nursery 33870. Sunday Services: Holy LCMS, 2740 Lakeview Drive, I Calvary Church, 1825 Reinhold Buxbaum is pastor. The [email protected], available at all services. Eucharist Rite I - 7:45 a.m., Holy Sebring. Church phone: 385-7848, Hammock Road, Sebring, FL Way – A place for you. Office Web site, http://slpc.embarq I Eucharist Rite II - 10 a.m. Midweek Faith Closet, 385-2782. Gary 33872; 386-4900. An independent Phone:471-6140, Church Cell space.com. First United Methodist Church, service on Wednesday at 6 p.m. Kindle, Pastor. Faith Child community church. Sunday morn- Phone:381-6190. Email: theway 200 South Lake Avenue, Avon Sunday School for all ages at 9 Development Center, 382-3232. ing worship, 10 a.m.; Bible study, [email protected]. Web site: Park, FL 33825. (863) 453-3759, R. a.m. The nursery is open 8:45 a.m. Kathy Pontious, director. Pre- 11:15 a.m. Pastor Lester Osbeck. A www.TheWayChurch.org SEVENTH-DAY James Weiss, Pastor, Sunday until 15 minutes after the 10 a.m. school/VPK/Extended Day Care. small friendly church waiting for ADVENTIST School - 9 a.m., Worship - 10:30 service ends. Wednesday: Adult Summer Worship services: 9:30 your visit. a.m. Bible study third Tuesday of I Bible study, 9:30 a.m. Visitors are a.m. Sunday; Bible class is 8:30 Christian Training Ministries PRESBYTERIAN I Avon Park Seventh-day every month at 6 p.m. Prayer always welcome. The Rev. Jim a.m. Sunday. Communion is Inc., on Sebring Parkway. Enter off Adventist Church, 1410 West Shawl Ministry on the second and I Kurtz, rector. Church office 385- served the first and third and fifth County Road 17 on Simpson Covenant Presbyterian Church Avon Blvd., Avon Park. Phone: fourth Friday of the month at 2 p.m. 7649, for more information. Sunday of the month. Worship Avenue. Sunday service is at 10 (PCA), 4500 Sun ‘N Lake Blvd., 453-6641 or e-mail: avonparks- for women who love God and cro- I St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal service is broadcast live on WITS a.m.; Wednesday Bible study at 7 Sebring, 33872-2113. A [email protected], Sabbath cheting. Visit us at our church Web 1340 AM. Church, 43 Lake June Road, Lake p.m. A nursery and children’s Congregation of the Presbyterian School, 9:30 a.m Saturday. Church site: www.fumcap.org. I Good Shepherd Lutheran church are provided. The church is Church in America. Worship servic- Placid, FL 33852. Phone: 465- Service 10:45 a.m. Saturday. I Memorial United Methodist 0051. Rev. Elizabeth L. Nelson, Church (AALC) American part of Christian International es: Sunday morning worship, 10 Wednesday prayer meeting 7 p.m. Church, 500 Kent Ave., (overlook- Rector. Sunday Worship, 8 a.m., Association of Lutheran Ministries Network, a full gospel, a.m.; Sunday School, 9 a.m.; Community Service hours on ing Lake Clay) Lake Placid, FL, 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Wednesday Churches, 4348 Schumacher non-denominational ministry. Linda Sunday evening, 6:30 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday is from 9:00 33852. The Rev. Fred Ball. pastor. Road, Sebring, one mile west of M. Downing, minister: Phone, 314- Wednesday evening Prayer evening: Holy Communion with a.m. till 2 p.m. A sale takes place Wal-Mart. James Weed, pastor. 0482, [email protected]. Meeting, 6 p.m.; Youth Group and Claude H.L. Burnett, pastoral Healing Service, 6:15 p.m. Child the first Sunday of each month. care available at the 8 a.m. and Worship Service, 9 a.m. Sunday. Casey L. Downing, associate min- Kids Quest, 5:30-7 p.m.; choir prac- assistant. Sunday schedule: Senior Pastor Paul Boling; and 10:30 a.m. Sunday service. Come Bible Study, 11 a.m. Nursery pro- ister: Phone, 385-8171, caseydown tice, 7:15 p.m. Phone: 385-3234; Heritage Worship Service, 8:30 Associate Pastor Kameron see what makes us different. vided. Social activities: Choir, [email protected]. Web site is Fax: 385-2759; e-mail: a.m.; Sunday School for all ages, DeVasher. Walker Memorial Missions, Evangelism. Phone 385- www.ctmforme.com [email protected]; Web site: 9:30 a.m.; Celebration Worship Academy Christian School offering 1163. I Grace Bible Church, 4541 www.cpcsebring.org. Rev. W. Service at 10:45 a.m.; New Song education for kindergarten through I New Life Evangelical Lutheran Thunderbird Road, (second church Darrell Arnold, pastor. Office hours: worship service at 10:45 a.m. GRACE BRETHREN 12th grades. ALL ARE WELCOME. Church, 3725 Hammock Road, a on left) Sebring, FL 33872. Phone, 8:30-11:30 a.m. Monday through Loving nursery care provided every Website is www.discoverjesus.org I Grace Brethren Church, 3626 Congregation of the Evangelical 382-1085. Andrew Katsanis, senior Thursday. Sunday morning. Youth Fellowship, I Sebring Seventh-Day Thunderbird Road, (863) 835- Lutheran Synod (ELS) in fellowship pastor. Saturday Worship, 6:30 I First Presbyterian Church 5 p.m. Bible Fellowship Class, 6 Adventist Church, 2106 N. State 0869. Dr. Randall Smith, senior with the Wisconsin Evangelical p.m. Sunday, 9 and 11 a.m. ARP, 215 E. Circle St., (two p.m. (October-May only). We offer Road 17, Sebring; 385-2438. pastor. Sunday services at 9 a.m., Lutheran Synod (WELS). Sunday Tuesday 6 p.m. Grace Bible entrances on LaGrande), Avon Christ-centered Sunday school Worship Services: 9:15 a.m. 10:45 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday Worship at 10 a.m.; Bible Study, 9 Academy Adult Investigating Truth; Park, FL 33825. Phone: 453-3242. Worship hour, 11 a.m. Prayer meet- classes, youth programs, Bible services at 7 p.m. We offer “Kid a.m. For more information, call first and third Tuesday, Prayer The Rev. Robert Johnson is the ing, Tuesday, 7:15 p.m. studies, book studies and Christian City” Children’s Ministry throughout Pastor Brian Klebig at 385-2293 or Gathering, 7:15 p.m.; Wednesday, pastor. Sunday School, 9:15 a.m.; Community service: every Monday fellowship. We are a congregation all services, and there are variosu visit the Web site at www.newlife Children’s & Youth Programs, 6 Sunday Worship, 10:45 a.m.; 9-11 a.m. Health Seminar with Dr. that want to know Christ and make other classes for teens, married sebring.com. p.m.; Wednesday, 8:30 p.m., Wednesday Bible study, 10:30 Seralde, every Friday, 10:00 a.m. Him known. Call the church office couples, “prime-timers,” and Bible I Resurrection Lutheran Church College Ministry. a.m.; Potluck dinner, 6 p.m. third at 465-2422 or check out our studies in Spanish. “Kid City” Day - ELCA, 324 E. Main St., Avon www.GBCconnected.org Wednesday; choir practice, 6:30 Pastor Amado Luzbet. church Web site at www.memori- Care, Preschool and After-School Park. Pastor: Rev. John C. I Highlands Community Church, p.m. each Wednesday; Mary Circle alumc.com. Monday-Friday: 7 a.m.-6 p.m. (For Grodzinski. Sunday service at 9:30 a casual contemporary church, business meeting, 1 p.m. second I St. John United Methodist registration call: 385-3111). Check a.m. Sunday school will resume in meets at 3005 New Life Way. Wednesday; Sarah Circle business THE CHURCH OF Church, 3214 Grand Prix Drive, us out on the Web at www.sebring- the fall. Coffee and fellowship hour Coffee at 9:30 a.m.; Worship at 10 meeting, 4 p.m. second Thursday; LATTER DAY SAINTS grace.org. follow the service. Midweek a.m. Nursery and Kid’s World Women’s Ministries Combined Sebring, FL 33872. The Rev. Fragrance Free Wednesday wor- classes. Small groups meet Bible study, 4 p.m. third Thursday. Ronald De Genaro Jr., Pastor. I The Church of Jesus Christ of ship, (year round) 7 p.m. Office throughout the week. Church Be a part of a warm, caring church Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Latter Day Saints, 3235 Grand INTERDENOMINATIONAL phone number is 453-6858. phone is 402-1684; Pastor Bruce A. family with traditional services, fol- Morning Worship, 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m. Prix Dr., Sebring, Fl 33872; (863) I Trinity Lutheran Church - Linhart. lowing biblical truth. and 11 a.m. Nursery provided for all 382-9092 Steve Austin, Bishop; I World Harvest and Restoration LCMS, 25 Lakeview St., Lake I The Lord’s Sentinel Fellowship I First Presbyterian Church, services. Phone 382-1736. Mark Swift, 1st Counselor; Del Ministries, (non-denominational) Placid, FL 33852; 465-5253. The Church, 148 E. Interlake Blvd., ARP, 319 Poinsettia Ave., Sebring, www.stjohnsebring.org Murphy, 2nd Counselor. Family 2200 N. Avon Blvd., Avon Park, FL Rev. Richard A. Norris, pastor; Lake Placid (at Lake Placid FL 33870. 385-0107. Sunday I Spring Lake United Methodist History Center (863) 382-1822. 33825. Phone: 452-9777 or 453- Susan C. Norris, Trinity Tots Pre- Christian School), Pastor Juanita School, all ages, 9:30 a.m.; Church, 8170 Cozumel Lane, Sunday Services: Sacrament 3771. Sunday service: Sunday School director; and Noel Johnson, Folsom. Sunday morning service, Worship Service, 11 a.m.; Monday- (Hwy 98) Sebring. The Rev. Clyde Meeting, 10-11:10 a.m.; Gospel School, 10 a.m. and worship, 11 minister of youth and family life. 10:30 a.m.; Monday, Sentinel Friday, Summer Day Camp (youth Weaver Jr., Pastor. Worship serv- Doctrine, 11:20 a.m. to noon; a.m. Wednesday services: 7 p.m. Worship schedule after Easter School of Theology, 7 p.m.; Church ages 11-14) 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Priesthood/Relief Society, 12:10- ice starts at 9:55 a.m. Bible Study prayer meeting/Bible study. Pastor: through December: Worship serv- service, Tuesday, 7 p.m. More excluding holidays; Tuesday: Grief meets at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday. ice 10 a.m., and Education Hour, 1p.m.; Primary for children, 11:15 W.H. Rogers. information at www.juanitafolsom Support Group, 3 p.m., adult class- Choir Practice at 4:00 p.m. on 8:45 a.m. Worship schedule for a.m. to 1 p.m.; Youth Activities: ministries.com. room; Wednesday: Adult Bible Thursday. Church office phone: January through Easter: Worship I Union Congregational Church, Study, 10:30 a.m., adult classroom. Wednesdays, 7-8:20 p.m. Scouts: 655-0040. LUTHERAN service, 8:30 and 11 a.m., 106 N. Butler Ave., Avon Park, FL Nursery available during worship. first and third Wednesday, 7-8:20 Education Hour 9:45 a.m. 33825. Sunday worship services Call the church office for more p.m. Activity Days: 8-11 yr old Boys I Atonement Lutheran Church Traditional Service with Holy are at 8:45 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. in information and other classes. Rev. and Girls, second and fourth (ELCA), 1178 S.E. Lakeview Communion each first and third the Millennium Church. Sunday Darrell A. Peer, pastor. Wednesdays, 7-8:20 p.m. UNITED CHURCH Drive., Sebring. David Thoresen, Sunday. Non-Traditional Service school for all ages is at 9:15 a.m. I First Presbyterian Church, OF CHRIST Deacon, Spiritual Leader, on first, each second, fourth and fifth We also offer a Saturday service at ARP, www.fpclp.com, 118 N. Oak third and fifth Sunday each month, Sunday. Seasonal mid-week serv- 6 p.m. with Pastor Tiger Gullett in Ave., Lake Placid, 465-2742. The THE SALVATION I Emmanuel United Church of ices Wednesday evenings during ARMY and Rev. Jefferson Cox on the sec- the Millennium Church. Rev. Ray Cameron, senior pastor; Christ, where God is still speak- Lent and Advent. Call church office ond and fourth Sunday of each Nursery/child care is available for the Rev. Drew Severance, associ- ing. 3115 Hope Street, Sebring, FL for additional Worship times and I The Salvation Army – Center month. Jim Helwig, organist/choir all services. Senior Pastor is Bill ate pastor. Sunday morning tradi- 33875 (1.8 miles west of U.S. 27 director. Worship service at 9:30 special holiday services. Other Breylinger. Office: 453-3345. Web tional worship is at 9-10 a.m. in the for Worship. Sunday: Sunday and Hammock Road). Sunday wor- a.m.; Holy Eucharist is every activities and groups include: page at www.weareunion.org. All sanctuary; contemporary worship School, 9:45 a.m.; Holiness meet- ship, 9:30 a.m.; Communion with Sunday. Coffee hour on the first Choirs; Ladies Guild and LWML; teachings are taken from the is from 11 a.m. to noon. Sunday ing, 11 a.m.; and Praise meeting worship first Sunday of month; and third Sunday of each month. Men’s Fellowship Group, Small Manufacturer’s Handbook - The school classes for adults and chil- and lunch, noon. Tuesday: Bible Chapel Communion, 8:45 a.m. all Council meeting on the first Group Bible Studies as scheduled; Holy Bible. Come join us. dren will be 10:10-10:50 a.m. in the study, 6:30 p.m.; and Women’s other Sundays. All are welcome to Monday of month; Ladies Group Trinity Tots Pre-school, Youth I Unity Life Enrichment Centre, educational building. Call the Ministries, 7 p.m. Wednesday: WELCA meets at noon second Group activities (call for meeting new location, 10417 Orange church office for more information Youth Ministries, 4 p.m. All meet- receive the sacrament. For more Monday of month with lunch. Bring times and dates). Visit us online at: Blossom Blvd. S., Sebring, FL about the classes offered. Nursery ings are at 120 N. Ridgewood Ave., information, call the church office at a dish to pass. Church Vegetable www.Trinitylutheranlp.com. 33875; 471-1122; e-mail is provided for babies and toddlers; Sebring. For more information, visit 471-1999 or e-mail eucc@earth Garden Club meets as needed. [email protected]. Web site, while young children up to second the Web site www.salvationarmy- link.net or check the Web site Labyrinth Prayer Garden open www.unityofsebring.org. 10:30 a.m. grade have a special Children’s sebring.com or call Major Bruce sebringemmanuelucc.com. No seven days a week to congretation NON-DENOMINATIONAL Sunday Celebration Service, Church offered during the worship Stefanik at 385-7548, ext. 110. matter who you are or where you and community. Like to sing? Nursery and Children’s Church. service to help them grow in their are on life’s journey, you’re wel- Come join the choir. Visitors always I Bible Fellowship Church, 3750 Weekly Classes, Christian spiritual knowledge. come here. C M Y K

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The Community Calendar at www.naflheartland.org. field trips. Looking for other provides a brief listing of local I Sebring Bridge Club has bird owners to join us. For Tenn. sheriff revises rules to allow clubs and organizations who Bridge, ACBL Duplicate at the details, call Sharol at 465- meet on a regular basis. It is clubhouse, 347 N. Fernleaf, 7350. religious headgear in courthouses, jail the responsibility of the group Sebring at 12:30 Fridays. For I Heartland Horses & to update the News-Sun on details or info on lessons, call Handicapped Inc. provides Associated Press removed. The second change scramble to re-enroll in pub- any changes in this listing by 385-8118. free assisted riding sessions NASHVILLE, Tenn. — allows people visiting the lic schools. calling 385-6155, ext. 516; I Sebring Eagles Club 4240 for adults and children with The Davidson County courthouse to wear religious Keele ruled only on the send any changes by e-mail serves chicken or fish bas- special needs from 9-11 a.m. Sheriff’s Office is changing head coverings after a securi- plaintiffs’ request for a pre- to [email protected]; or kets from 5-7 p.m. at the club, Wednesday, Thursday and its policies regarding reli- ty screening. liminary injunction. Their mail them to News-Sun 12921 U.S. 98, Sebring, for a Saturday at 118 W. College gious head coverings at the complaint challenging the Community Calendar, 2227 $4 donation. Blind darts is Drive, Avon Park. For details Indiana school U.S. 27 South, Sebring, FL played at 7 p.m. For details, or to volunteer, call Mary courthouses or in jail. law hasn’t gone to trial yet. 33870. call 655-4007. McClelland, coordinator, 452- Hedy Weinberg, the execu- voucher program The law allows even mid- I Sebring Elks Lodge 1529 0006. tive director of the American still in place dle-class parents to use tax- FRIDAY serving buffet dinner at 5-7 I Highlands Shrine Club, Civil Liberties Union of payer money to send their I Alcoholics Anonymous p.m. Elks and guests invited. 2606 State Road 17 South, Tennessee, said in Tuesday INDIANAPOLIS — A children to private secular One Day At A Time group Dance music in ballroom at Avon Park (between Avon that the sheriff's office judge declined to halt and religious schools. meets for a closed discussion 6:30 p.m. Dinner and dance Park and Sebring) has a flea rewrote its policies after the Indiana’s broad new school The measure passed this at 9:30 a.m. Monday and is $10 donation. For reserva- market from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., ACLU contended current voucher program, allowing year by the Republican-dom- Friday at Covenant tions, call 385-8647 or 471- country store open from 8 practices violate the First the law to remain in effect inated General Assembly and 3557. Smoke-free environ- Presbyterian Church, 4500 a.m. to noon and pancake Amendment and federal and while a group of teachers and signed into law by Gov. Sun ‘N Lakes Blvd., Sebring. ment. Lounge is open from 1- breakfast served from 7:30 state law. religious leaders challenge it. Mitch Daniels is the nation’s For details, call 314-0891. 10 p.m. a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Vendors Weinberg said a Muslim Marion Superior Court broadest private school I American Legion Post 25 I Sebring Moose Lodge are welcome. No setup fee is hosts a fish fry from 5-7 p.m. 2259 serves beef franks and charged for the summer woman was required to Judge Michael Keele sided voucher program. A group of at the post, 1490 U.S. 27, Italian sausages served from months. Plenty of off road remove her headscarf for a Monday with the state in teachers and religious leaders Lake Placid. Cost is $6. 1 p.m. to closing at 11675 parking. For details, call 382- booking photo and a Muslim denying a temporary injunc- backed by the Indiana State Shrimp also is available for U.S. 98, Sebring. For details, 2208. man was ordered to remove tion. Teachers Association is chal- same price. Open to the pub- call 655-3920. I Historical Society of his head covering before Attorneys for the state lenging it. An attorney for the lic. Tickets in the lounge on I Sebring Recreation Club Greater Lake Placid meets entering a courthouse. argued that granting the plaintiffs, John West, argued Friday night. Lounge hours plays bridge at 12:30 p.m. at noon quarterly on the third Karla Weikal, a sheriff’s injunction could have forced the new law violates the state are from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and table tennis at 4 p.m. at Saturday of March, June, spokeswoman, said two students who received vouch- constitution because it pro- 333 Pomegranate Ave. For For details, call 465-7940. September, and December at booking photos can be taken, ers to leave their private vides public money to I American Legion Post 74 details, call 385-2966 or leave the Masonic Hall, 106 N. one including head coverings schools just as the academic schools whose main purpose has karaoke from 7 p.m. until a name, number and mes- Main for a potluck luncheon. and one with only veils year was beginning and to is to promote religion. final call at the post, 528 N. sage. I Hot Rod Nights Cruise In, Pine St., Sebring. Post open I Veterans of Foreign Wars meets from 5-8 p.m. every Snapshots at noon. Happy Hour from 4-6 Post 3880, 1224 County third Saturday at the Home Road 621 E., Lake Placid. p.m. Members and guests Depot parking lot in Sebring. will be served. If you would director of worship at Trinity only. For details, call 471- Texas Hold ‘em lessons, 2 St. James hosts For details, call 441-3051 or like more information, call 1448. p.m. For more details, call Catholic inquiry Lutheran Church in Lisle, 441-3086. Alice at 699-0466 or the Ill. and is also pursuing his I Avon Park Breakfast 699-5444. I Lake Placid Art League event I parish office at 465-3215. Rotary Club meets 7 a.m., Veterans of Foreign Wars has a class in Ph.D. in Liturgical Studies LAKE PLACID — Is Rotary Club building. Post 4300 serves pizza from Pastels/Acrylics taught by from Garrett-Evangelical I Bridge Club of Sebring 5:30-7 p.m. and music is from Llewellyn Rinald from from 9 there something about the Movie night at First Theological Seminary in (American Contract Bridge 6-9 p.m. at the post, 2011 SE a.m. to noon at the Cultural Catholic faith that interests Assembly of God Evanston. A frequent recital- Club) plays duplicate games Lakeview Drive, Sebring. For Center, 127 Dal Hall Blvd. For you? Perhaps a member of ist throughout the country, at 12:30 p.m. at 347 Fernleaf details, call 385-8902. information call Dan Daszek your family or even a good LAKE PLACID — Movie James delights audiences Ave., Sebring. For details, call I Volunteers of America of at 465-7730. friend has become a night at First Assembly of with his inviting demeanor 385-8118. Florida is a nonprofit organi- I Lake Placid Elks Lodge Catholic. If you would like God, 327 Plumosa St., Lake I zation in Sebring that special- and virtuosic technique. The Buttonwood Bay Squares 2661 opens the lounge at 1 to find out for yourself what Placid (465-2363) will be at meets first and third Friday in izes in assisting person's with 65-minute program will p.m. Card games are played Catholics believe, now is the 6 p.m. on Sunday in the recreation hall, Sebring. Early mental illness. We are at 1 p.m., and Bar Bingo is at include fun and engaging rounds are from 7-7:30 p.m., pleased to announce our time to plan on coming to gymnasium. organ literature as well as 1:30 p.m. The lodge is open St. James RCIA Open The movie will be alternate Drop in Center is open to to members and their guests. four congregation hymns, so House. The RCIA Team will “Flywheel.” As Jay works on mainstream/plus/rounds are individuals with a mental ill- For details, call 465-2661. come ready to sing. welcome you and make our- restoring a classic convert- from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Everyone ness 6 days a week from I Narcotics Anonymous Admission is free. There is welcome to attend. For 11am to 3 pm. The center selves available to you. You ible, he begins to see that New Day Group meets at 7 will be a potluck supper at details, call Larry Gow at 382- offers a welcoming environ- may be interested in our God is working on restoring p.m. at First Presbyterian 5:30 p.m. 6995. ment where individuals are Church, 319 Poinsettia Ave, Catholic Inquiry Process, him as well. Coming face-to- I Harmony Hoedowners accepted and feel comfort- Sebring. For information call which will be explained at face with the reality of how Giveaway at Square Dance Club offers a able. For more information Heartland area helpline (863) the Open House. he truly conducts himself, please contact Wendy at 863- class in Lake Placid at the 683-0630. More information If you have recently Jay Austin begins the ride of Parkway Church of Sunshine RV Resort from 9- 382-2022. on other meetings and events become a member of THE his life as he learns to honor Christ clothing room 11 a.m. Friday. For more at www.naflheartland.org. Catholic family, you are also God with his business, his information, call Sam Dunn at SATURDAY I Overeaters Anonymous SEBRING — Sebring I American Association of cordially invited to attend as relationship and his life. 382-6792 or e-mail him at meets at 10:30 a.m. at First Parkway Church of Christ, University Women meets at well for an additional oppor- Free popcorn and beverage. [email protected]. Presbyterian Church, Oak I 10 a.m. third Saturday at vari- tunity for new Catholics to located at 3800 Sebring Highlands Social Dance Street, Lake Placid. For more Club hosts ballroom dancing ous locations. For details, call Marriott in concert Parkway, will be holding an details, call 382-1821. continue to learn more about every Friday, October through 465-2581 or 452-2493. all-day giveaway at the I Sebring Eagles Club 4240 their new found faith. at Spring Lake March from 7-9:30 p.m. at the I American Legion Post 25 clothing room on Thursday serves dinner from 5-7 p.m. The Open House will be Senior Center on Sebring serves sirloin burgers from Presbyterian at the club, 12921 U.S. 98, held on Wednesday, Sept. 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Parkway. Dance the night 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Sebring. Music is from 7-10 at 7 p.m., in the parish SEBRING — On Anyone may come, even if away to the music of the post, 1490 U.S. 27, Lake p.m. For details, call 655- social hall. Parish members Wednesday, James Marriott you have already been there area’s Big Bands. All club Placid. Jam session is from 4007. will be present to assist you. will perform in concert at during the month of August. dances are open to the pub- 2-4 p.m. The lounge hours I Sebring Moose Club 2259 Each person must have a lic. Appropriate dress are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fr. Michael Cannon, pas- Spring Lake Presbyterian offers line dancing lessons at required. Admission is $5 for Members and guests invited. tor of St. James, will be the Church at 7 p.m.. picture identification to be 2 p.m. the first and third members and $7 for non- For details, call 465-7940. main speaker. Refreshments Marriott serves as the admitted. Call 385-7423. Saturday for members and members. Call 385-6671. I American Legion Post 69 guests at 11675 U.S. 98, I Lake Placid Elks Lodge in Avon Park serves dinner at Sebring. For details, call 655- Church News 2661 has lounge hours begin- 5 p.m. and music is from 6-9 3920. ning at 1 p.m. There is a fish p.m. Continued from page 7B I Twelve Step Study Group On Wednesday, James Sunday morning, the Rev. fry from 5-7 p.m. Cost is I American Legion Post 74 for Adult Children of Marriott will perform in con- Clyde Weaver’s sermon will $8.50 per person. The lodge open noon to 8 p.m. Hot dogs will bring in the Sunday Alcoholics meets at 11 a.m. cert at 7 p.m. Marriott serves be “Stephen Was A is open to members and their served. Happy Hour 4-6 p.m. morning worship service. first and third Saturday, at as the director of worship at guests. For details, call 465- Call 471-1448. Children’s church and a Forgiving Martyr.” Potluck first building south of Union 2661. I Avon Park Lakes nursery are available. The Trinity Lutheran Church in follows the service. Congregational Church, 105 I Lake Placid Moose serves Association has a pancake Lisle, Ill. and is also pursu- N. Forest Ave., Avon Park. Sunday evening service will wings, fish and burgers at 6 breakfast on the third ing his Ph.D. in liturgical The Way Church Parking available south of old focus on prayer for all p.m. Music provided from 7- Saturday of every month. $4 studies from Garrett- church. nations. 11 p.m. Pool tournament is at for adults, $2 for children Evangelical Theological SEBRING – Pastor I Veterans of Foreign Wars The church is at 379 S. 8 p.m. Open to members and under 12. The clubhouse is at Reinhold Buxbaum will con- Post 3880, 1224 County Commerce Ave. For infor- Seminary in Evanston. qualified guests only. 2714 Nautilus Drive in Avon tinue sharing his experiences Road 621 E., Lake Placid. Admission is free. There I Loyal Order of Moose, Park. mation, call 385-0752. Spaghetti dinner and karaoke will be a potluck supper at and thoughts from his recent Highlands County Lodge No. I Avon Park Public Library at 5:30 p.m. on the third trip to Israel. 2494, 1318 W Bell St., Avon has a free Adult Film Series Spring Lake 5:30 p.m., before the con- Saturday of each month. For The Way Church is at Park. Karaoke from 7-10 at noon. For details, call 452- Presbyterian Church cert, so bring a dish to share. p.m. Lodge phone number 3803. more details, call 699-5444. 1005 N. Ridgewood Drive. I 452-0579. I Heartland Avian Society Veterans of Foreign Wars SEBRING — The sermon Spring Lake United The church phone is 471- Post 4300 serves a meal for I Narcotics Anonymous meets at 1 p.m. third for Sunday morning will be Methodist Church 6140 AND the pastor’s cell New Day Group meets at 6 Saturday at various homes or $6 from 5:30-7 p.m. and is 214-6190. For church music is from 6-9 p.m. at the “Micah and the Main p.m. at First Presbyterian a restaurant. 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www.newssun.com News-Sun ࡗ Friday, August 19, 2011 Page 9B DIVERSIONS Perry ties Bigger apartment Jackson may not be better record on with a roommate Billboard Dear Abby: My in our hearts. With Associated Press fiancee and I are love ...” because NEW YORK — When living in a studio this will be any- Katy Perry first came on apartment owned thing BUT a the scene, some dismissed by her mother. happy anniversary. her as a one-hit wonder. We’re currently If you live near Three years later, she’s looking for another your husband’s proven she’s a multi-hit place to live, and grandmother, offer wonder, becoming the first can’t decide to invite her over woman to score five No. 1 whether or not to Dear Abby or take her out to songs from one album on get a two-bedroom dinner so she the Billboard Hot 100 and a roommate. won’t be alone. chart. We both know the pros Her “Last Friday Night and cons of living with Dear Abby: I’m a 21- (T.G.I.F.)” set the prece- other people, and I have a year-old guy who needs to dent: It’s the latest No. 1 Lionsgate Films potential roommate I trust know how to properly from her platinum album Jason Momoa stars as Conan in ‘ Conan the Barbarian.’ completely. But I’m appre- introduce myself to a lady. “Teenage Dream.” Only hensive because I had a My first instinct is to shake Michael Jackson had five roommate once before and her hand — that’s how I No. 1s from one album it wasn’t a great experience. introduce myself to guys. before Perry, from “Bad.” New ‘Conan’ is a We’re still friends, but I I’m always uneasy shaking But Jackson spent a would never live with him a girl’s hand because I am total of seven weeks at the again. not sure if it is appropriate. top with his “Bad” songs; We’re trying to get out If I am seated, I will stand Perry has been at the top barbaric bore soon. I don’t want to make to introduce myself, but perch now for a cumula- the wrong decision and lose then there’s an awkward tive 18 weeks. Perry’s first either a friend or a future pause afterward. Please By CHRISTY LEMIRE decades-spanning friend- major hit was the song “I wife because of money, advise. AP Movie Critic ship/romance between Kissed a Girl” in 2008. hurt feelings or anything — A Proper Gentleman No one ever turns into a Emma (Anne Hathaway) and else. Please advise. Dear Gentleman: giant snake in the new Dexter (Jim Sturgess). — Mike in Florida According to the rules of Abercrombie asks “Conan the Barbarian.” But here they feel so cur- Dear Mike: Living etiquette, it’s the woman ’The Situation’ to That, in a nutshell, is sory and rushed, it’s as if together, as you have prob- who dictates whether or not what’s wrong with this we’re watching a filmed ver- shop elsewhere ably already learned, to shake hands. If she remake: The knowing sense sion of the CliffsNotes of requires adjustment on the extends her hand, you NEW YORK (AP) — of big, ridiculous fun that David Nicholls’ best-seller. part of all of the parties should shake it. If not, keep The Situation doesn’t usu- marked the 1982 original is The central conceit is this: concerned. While you trust your hands at your sides — ally require a lot of moti- gone, and in its place we get Em and Dex meet after a this friend to be a responsi- smile, tell her your name vation to lose the shirt. a self-serious series of long night of post-college ble roommate, what if and say, “It’s nice to meet But Abercrombie & Fitch generic sword battles and Movie Review graduation partying on July something unforeseeable you.” That’s all you have to wants him to go one fur- expository conversations. 15, 1988. ‘Conan the were to happen and the per- do. ther — the company has “One Day” keeps coming Fight, talk, fight, talk, son should have to unex- offered to pay “Jersey Barbarian’ back to that one day, year fight, talk, then an enormous pectedly move out? Would Dear Abby: I live in a Shore” cast members to after year, and checks in throwdown followed by a Rating: R (strong bloody he or she be on the lease nice, quiet neighborhood. A stop wearing clothes car- with them as they date other denouement that dangles the violence, some sexuality with you? Could you pay few months ago, however, a rying their brand. people, forge careers, share possibility of a sequel (dear and nudity) the rent without the help of young woman who lived Abercrombie & Fitch awkward dinners and basi- God, no) — that’s the basic another roommate? How across the street from me Co. said in a news release Running time: 102 minutes cally wait around until the structure here. And yet, would you manage if the was brutally stabbed to posted Tuesday that it’s Review: (of 4) inevitable July 15 when despite seeming so simplis- roommate were to have a death by her jealous concerned that having they’ll be together. Big, tic, director Marcus Nispel’s live-in, too? boyfriend. After a few Mike “The Situation” to avoid suffering an exis- weighty moments are thrust film is mind-numbingly con- Because of these ques- months of getting the rental Sorrentino seen in its tential crisis. Good for him. before us — and these voluted. The fact that it’s tions, it might be better to home cleaned up, there are clothing could cause “sig- He also doesn’t evolve, should be serious hanky been converted to a murky, take a place with one bed- new people moving in. nificant damage” to the though, which doesn’t make moments — but since the smudgy, barely-used 3-D room to avoid possible Should I make sure they’re company’s image. him terribly compelling. It emotional groundwork has- doesn’t help matters. At one complications. aware of what happened or Abercrombie says a didn’t seem possible for n’t been laid for them, we’re point, I scrawled in my should I keep quiet? connection to The there to be even less charac- not moved. We’re just not notes: “Incomprehensible Dear Abby: Is it appro- — Concerned in Missouri Situation goes against the terization than there was in there yet. Emma and Dexter underwater serpent attack.” priate to send anniversary Dear Concerned: “aspirational nature” of its the original “Conan,” but feel more like ideas, types, There you have it. flowers to a widow? My Exactly what are you con- brand and may be “dis- voila. rather than fleshed-out char- The script is credited to husband’s grandfather just cerned about — that the tressing” to customers. Once again, the acters, so the supporting three writers, based on passed away, and this will boyfriend will come back The Ohio-based retailer Cimmerian warrior is on a players who supposedly play Robert E. Howard’s Conan be his grandmother’s first and stab the new renters? says it has offered a “sub- mission to avenge the deaths crucial roles for them barely character, but everyone wedding anniversary as a They should have already stantial payment” to of his father (Ron Perlman, register either. It’s a hand- involved would probably widow. been informed about the Sorrentino and producers who’s in no way being put to some misfire, though. And prefer that you not think of Etiquette guides conflict history of the place by the of the MTV show so he’ll his best use) and the rest of it’s all the more curious this as a remake. in their advice regarding person renting the property. wear something else. his village. He’s after the coming from Danish director Remakes have become sending anniversary cards But if they weren’t, I see The company says it evil warlord Khalar Zym Lone Scherfig, whose last Nispel’s bread and butter in and flowers to widows. little to be gained by your also is making the offer to (Stephen Lang), who’s after film was the excellent “An recent years. The longtime Would flowers be inappro- being the bearer of those others in the hard-partying the Mask of Acheron, which Education” (2009), which music-video director also priate? If not, what should bad tidings. cast. resembles a dried-up octo- was nominated for three made the 2003 version of the delivery card say? “It’s a clever PR stunt pus. But it can spring to life Academy Awards including “The Texas Chainsaw — Sentimental in Keller, Dear Abby is written by and we’d love to work and provide unlimited power best picture. PG-13 for sexu- Massacre” and the 2009 ver- Texas Abigail Van Buren, also with them on other ways to the wearer with the help al content, partial nudity, sion of “Friday the 13th.” Dear Sentimental: known as Jeanne Phillips, they can leverage Jersey of some drops of pure blood language, some violence and But while the original Sending flowers would be a and was founded by her moth- Shore to reach the largest — which Tamara has. substance abuse. 104 min- “Conan” — the movie that kind and thoughtful gesture. er, Pauline Phillips. Write youth audience on televi- Hence, she’s in demand. utes. One and a half stars signaled the arrival of The card could read, Dear Abby at sion,” MTV said. Khalar Zym is aided in his out of four. Arnold Schwarzenegger as a “You’re in our thoughts and www.DearAbby.com. bona fide movie star — quest by his half-witch It’s official: Lopez looks extremely dated nearly daughter Marique, played by returning to ‘Idol’ 30 years later, it still func- an over-the-top Rose FAIRMONT CINE- tions just fine as both an McGowan in the kind of dar- MA; 1.736"; 6"; NEW YORK (AP) — If epic adventure tale and an ing, skin-baring outfits she Black; 8/19/11; there was ever any doubt, admitted guilty pleasure. used to wear on the red car- 0 0 0 1 1 1 4 9 it’s gone now. Jennifer There’s very little that’s pet when she was still dating Lopez will be back at the pleasurable in this new Marilyn Manson. Marique judge’s panel for the 11th “Conan,” aside from allow- tries out her burgeoning season of “American ing us to ogle the muscular, supernatural powers in a bat- Idol.” 6-foot-5 physique of up-and- tle with Conan himself, but The Fox network has coming action star Jason when it comes time to fight made Lopez’s return offi- Momoa. If you’re into that Tamara as part of the film’s cial, along with her fellow kind of thing, that is — he is climax, it’s all mano-a- judges, Aerosmith rocker a spectacle to behold, albeit mano. Why? Because it’s Steven Tyler and record in a romance-novel cover- sexier for them to be producer Randy Jackson. writhing around on the model kind of way. In addition, Fox said ground with each other. “I live. I love. I slay ... I Wednesday that Ryan If only the rest of the am content,” Conan says to Seacrest will be back as movie had such an the innocent Tamara (Rachel host. Lopez debuted as a unabashed sense of camp, Nichols), whom he’s been judge this past season. But we might have been onto tasked with protecting. Not in recent weeks, she had something. quite as poetic as one of publicly been coy about Schwarzenegger’s most whether she would stay ‘One Day’ famous lines: “To crush your with the hit musical com- enemies, see them driven Maybe it was all more res- petition. before you, and to hear the onant, more poignant on the Any lingering skepti- lamentation of their page: the many highs and cism was dispelled last women,” but at least we lows and major life shifts week by “Idol” executive know he’s confident enough that occur during the producer Nigel Lythgoe. He declared, unofficially, that Lopez would be back GET YOUR LOCAL NEWS STRAIGHT while interviewed on Seacrest’s radio program. “American Idol” begins FROM THE SOURCE… its new season Jan. 22.

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My Botanic Planet Flower Investigation

There’s no better way for students to investigate the parts of a flower than by dissect- ing real ones.

What you need is the anther and the stem Have kids take home papers and draw flowers I Enough real flowers for part is called the fila- ment. Students should they see at home or in pairs or groups to work their neighborhood. together. Alstroemerias record how many sta- mens their flower has. If Collect all of the images and gladiolus work well and sort the flowers and are available year it has six petals, it will according to color, type, round in supermarket flo- also have six stamens. If where they were seen, ral departments. Azaleas they have an extra piece, etc. Then create a then one should look a FAMILY FEATURES or any member of the lily “Students in Bloom” bul- family could also be used little bit different, and is letin board where the pic- actually part of the pistil. tures are showcased. hether you’re a parent, a classroom teacher, or a homeschool instructor, you know because the parts are I Pistil: This is where the that students learn best when they can interact with their subject. It can be fun and well-defined and easy to For Grades 3– 5 see. seeds are made. The pis- inspirational to explore and experience an educational concept first hand. til is made of three dif- I Pollinator Power: Ask stu- W I The sample project featured here comes from a new, free resource that’s helping to inspire an Plastic knives and tweez- ferent parts. The very top dents to research a specif- appreciation of botany in elementary-aged students across the country. The educator website ers could be used for dis- of the pistil is called the ic pollinator, such as MyBotanicPlanet.com is a creative collaboration between TruGreen, the nation’s largest profes- secting equipment. stigma. The stigma is bees, butterflies or I A magnifying glass where the pollen falls moths, and find out sional lawn, tree and shrub care service provider, and the Memphis Botanic Garden. when a pollinator brings U.S. standardized lesson plans in botany and related activities available on would allow for closer where they live, how it much nectar they eat, MyBotanicPlanet.com were created by professional curriculum developers to help grades inspection. in. The pollen travels down the tube (style) and how many plants they K–5 teachers and students explore the diverse plant world. Through online and hands-on experi- visit in a day, etc., and ences, this creative educator resource lets students customize an avatar to explore colorful plant goes down to the bottom Getting started (ovary) where the seeds report back to the class. environments and interactive games as they learn. My Botanic Planet visitors can interact I Open up the flower. This will form. Split the pistil For example, humming- with educational guides Flavor Flores on an adventure in the origin of plant flavors, and with is easily done by first lengthwise to look inside. birds can visit up to Inspector Nectar on a flower mystery investigation. locating the base of the You should see unfertil- 1,500 flowers a day and flower and slicing or ized beginnings of seeds. consume almost twice splitting it in half. Use a The seed pattern inside their body weight in nec- will be the same pattern tar daily. dissection tool or even a of seeds within the fruit fingernail. later. I Next, slice or pinch off If you cut an apple in Extension lesson the petals. Remind stu- half horizontally and see the five seeds in a star Every fruit began as a dents to flower. In an apple, for be careful with all of the pattern, you will know that the flower’s pistil example, the petals with- tiny pieces. It’s easy to had five compartments. ered away and the ovary damage or brush away grew containing the seeds, some of the most impor- I Sepal: These are the tiny leaves on the lower part but there are other parts tant parts. of still there, like the sepal the flower that protect it and flower stem. Bring in before it begins to various fruits to “dissect” Review the parts bloom. Every flowering and examine the seeds and of the flower bud is hidden safely other parts. I Petal: This is the colorful behind these two little Chart their similarities and part of the flower that leaves until the flower is fully developed. When differences. attracts the attention of the bloom begins to birds, bees and butter- grow, the sepal will split flies, letting them know open and the petals can that there is food inside break out. Visit TruGreen’s the flower. Have students www.MyBotanicPlanet.co record how many petals m with your student to their flower has and what Next steps explore some of the flow- they look like. For Grades K–2 ers in our environment. I Stamen: This is where I Fold a piece of paper in The website reinforces con- the pollen is made. For half twice, creating four cepts featured older students, you could smaller panels. Go on a in this sample activity in TruGreen’s MyBotanicPlanet.com guide Flavor Flores helps K–5 students enjoy learning also point out that the top school discovery where botany with an interactive part that holds the pollen kids draw pictures of var- glossary and games. about the origin of flavors from plants. ious flowering plants.