Vol. 103 No. 30 Friday, March 9, 2012 50¢ Plus tax City & chamber near agreement on building lease By Pete Gawda tor and the fi re chief inspect the Okeechobee News building. The building has been vacant for so long, there was con- At their meeting on Tuesday cern about its structural integrity. ‘Mudding’ gains evening, March 6, the Okeecho- “We found that the building popularity ... see bee City Council came a step was in pretty good shape,” Mr. closer to leasing the vacant cham- Whitehall told the councilmen. ‘G.O.’ inside! ber building at the intersection of While there were some minor U.S. 441 and S.R. 70. problems detected, there were Since the last meeting, city ad- only two major problems discov- Man accused of ministrator Brian Whitehall said selling stolen he had the city’s building inspec- See CITY — Page 5 items to recycler ... Page 14 Special to the Okeechobee News Lake Levels Tim Lepard and his specialty act, The Ghost Riders. 12.83 feet Last Year: 11.97 feet Ghost Riders to 6SRQVRUHG%\ perform at rodeo 3RJH\·V)DPLO\5HVWDXUDQW By Pete Gawda bit the monkey’s arm off. The zoo 63DUURWW$YH Okeechobee News owner did not want to display a “I’ve always liked monkeys,” one armed monkey, so Mr. Lep- said Tim Lepard, who tours the ard got to take the monkey home country performing with his with him. The monkey became trained dog and monkey act, fast friends with his dog. They Ghost Riders. “They have been were soon sleeping side by side. my life.” As a small child he was One day when Mr. Lepard put them both outside he found the See page 4 for information about attracted to a sock monkey and he monkey riding on the dog’s back. how to contact this newspaper. was a big fan of Curious George. That is where he fi rst got the idea. His mother said she never saw Special to the Okeechobee News/Pat Ziglar newszap.com anyone who likes monkeys so He started out as a rodeo clown and then branched out into the Free Speech Free Ads much. Big Fish When he was around 15 or 16 monkey/dog act using especially Warren Peede and Chris Little of boat #35 may have taken he worked for a man who had a made saddles for the dogs. sixth place overall in the Christian Team Trail but their single small zoo. The zoo had a monkey The act consists of three dogs largest catch earned them the top prize for “Big Fish” weigh- whose cage was next to a cou- and three monkeys. While Mr. ing in at 8.50 lbs. The duo collected an additional $324 for gar’s cage. One day the cougar See MONKEY — Page 5 reeling in the big guy. For more, see page 12. 2 Serving the communitiesOkeechobee south News of Lake Okeechobee MarchMay 27, 9, 20102012 Commissioners delay action on donating land to IRSC Amateur Radio Club plans meeting By Pete Gawda FAA is approached about donating prop- Post your opinions in the Public Issues Forum at Okeechobee News erty. Commissioners concurred on this ap- www.newszap.com. Reporter Pete Gawda can The Okeechobee Amateur Radio Club proach. be reached at [email protected] will hold it’s next meeting on Monday, Another subdivision planned during In other action the board: boom times fell victim to the poor economy March 13, at 7 p.m. The meeting will be • amended the county budget to refl ect held at the regular place, the Classroom when Okeechobee County Commissioners, changes in balances brought forward and Okeechobee Forecast at their Thursday, March 8, meeting voted changes in revenue estimates; of the Red Cross building on North Par- to vacate a portion of the plat of Thorough- • proclaimed the week of May 20 through rott Ave. All club members, any local ham bred Estates. The subdivision is located on 26 to be National Public Works Week in the operators with interest in the club and the north side of N.W. 240th Street about county; anyone in the Okeechobee area with an one and one half miles east of N.W. 144th • as an equipment upgrade purchased interest in ham radio are urged to attend. Avenue. It is a 900 acre subdivision that was fi ve LifePack 15s for Okeechobee County For more information about the club or platted in 2007 with 85 lots. A road and 25 Fire/Rescue; in the amount of $117,387; Today: A 20 percent chance of showers lots have been developed. The developer re- • allowed consumption of alcoholic bev- after noon. Mostly sunny, with a high near meeting, please contact Tom Timmons, quested and commissioners granted vacat- erages at the 2012 Bassmaster Elite Series 85. East southeast wind between 5 and 10 Club President at 863-467-5435 and leave ing the plat of the remaining 60 lots consist- tournament at C. Scott Driver Park; mph. a message. ing of about 643 acres. • awarded a bid for the installation of a Tonight: A 20 percent Turning to another matter, the board had fan system at the Okeechobee County Agri- chance of showers before 10 previously discussed donating some airport Civic Center to Arlington Electric, Inc. for p.m. Partly cloudy, with a low land to Indian River State College for expan- $143,442 using a USDA Rural Development around 62. East wind around Fri., Mar. 9TH - sion. This would require approval from the Grant; and 5 mph becoming calm. FAA. Planning offi cial Bill Royce stated that • declared the U.S. 441 N. radio tower to Thurs., Mar. 15TH the county has not approached FAA yet on be surplus and approve demolition of the Extended Forecast this issue because there are airport wetlands tower and removal of debris by L.E.B Demo- Saturday: A 20 percent chance of show- For Info, Call 763-7202 that he feels should be mitigated before the lition & Consulting Contractors for $11,545. ers after noon. Partly sunny, with a high near I: “SAFE HOUSE” 84. East northeast wind between 5 and 10 Fri., Tues. & Thurs. 7:00 & 9:00, Sat., Sun., & Wed. BamBam is mph. 2:00, 4:15, 7:00 & 9:00, Mon. 3:00 & 7:00 R Saturday night: Mostly cloudy, with II: “JOHN CARTER” a low around 64. East northeast wind be- Fri., Tues. & Thurs. 7:00 & 9:00, Sat., Sun., & Wed. Pet of the tween 5 and 10 mph. 2:00, 4:15, 7:00 & 9:00, Mon. 3:00 & 7:00 PG-13 Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near Week 83. East wind between 10 and 15 mph, with III: “DR. 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Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9am - 7pm • Sat. 9am - 5pm • Sun. CLOSED 4 Okeechobee News OPINION Friday, March 9, 2012 Public Forum/Speak Out Speak Out has moved online, where • The plan calls for the band shell (never • A large part of the population has been Coyotes and panthers conditioned to look at those better off than it is quicker and easier to share your understood why we needed this) and the • Just sitting here in Treasure Island 6 a.m., themselves and think somehow they’ve ideas and converse with others. Go to Sheriff’s Offi ce search and rescue buildings heard the train go by, and in the background www.newszap.com, click on the com- to both be moved. We might still have public been cheated. They don’t look at what those I could hear coyotes yipping. It wasn’t dogs, munity name and your local or state access but it will be restricted to a lot less who are successful had to do to get to that I know what coyotes sound like, these were Public Forum. There, you can create area. I can still see the store and restaurant point, but expect them to share their wealth defi nitely coyotes. We always hear of animal new topics or comment on existing being torn down and rebuilt because they or give them some kind of handout. If things extinction, but when conditions are right na- topics. What follows is a sampling of will not fi t in with the high-dollar park that is do not change we are on a rocket sled ride ture springs back with a vengeance. planned. As far as the boat ramps, can you to full blown socialism. • They are there, no one sees them some of the discussions currently tak- see a bass tournament going on and about ing place. Thanks for participating! • I don’t understand why contraceptives but they slink around the back corners of 20 air boaters trying to unload or load at the were singled out to be required to be provid- Okeechobee. I heard talk the other day of same time? Better have a deputy standing at Where does your ed with no co-pay. Contraceptives are a mat- someone seeing a panther out in Lazy 7. the ramp to referee and direct traffi c. Don’t ter of personal choice, not medical necessity. Who knows, let them be, they are nature’s food come from? tell me as an air boater I am not entitled to It would make more sense if they required beasts after all. We are the intruders not use the ramps, because I pay the same taxes that drugs people need to stay alive—for them. If you are like many Americans, the an- as everyone else. swer is the grocery store. And frankly, that example, heart medication—were covered • Back about 20 years or so ago one • Got my motor home ready for Okee- with no co-pay. I am more concerned about crossed 441N at the corner of Dark Ham- disturbs me. The grocery store isn’t where Tantie to sell off them thar lots—can’t wait food comes from—it’s just where it is dis- our senior citizens choosing between food mock. Two hits of the road and he was gone to move in, and string the clothes line and and their medications than I am about a into the woods. If I had not seen it myself, I tributed. In reality too many people are un- start the fi re to skin hogs. aware of the role of the American agricul- single college student’s access to free con- probably would not believe it. But there he was in all his glory and was not afraid of traf- ture in their daily lives...and what it really traceptives. Contraception fi c as I was in a school bus not 75 yards from takes to have food on their dinner table. Just • I have a problem with Obama’s actions him and there was another vehicle going the a few generations ago, most people were a OCRA with this birth control thing because it’s a • It is sad to see the problems with OCRA other way that was only about 50 yards from part of, and had friends or relatives involved, violation of the separation of church and him. They are alive here in Okeechobee. with agriculture. Today, that’s no longer and parents not wanting to sign their kids up state regardless of the fact that the majority for it due to the issues involving adults. Peo- • There is a large pack of coyotes out near the case. That’s why I am writing, because of Catholic women want it and the major- R-Bar Estates. We hear them regularly, as a agriculture is responsible for providing the ple ask why kids go out and do bad things. ity of workers at these Catholic institutions Well, Okeechobee has very little for the kids matter of fact a few weeks ago we were talk- necessities of life...food, fi ber, clothing and are not Catholic. So the whole thing seems ing about how the pack sounds bigger this to do. They have OCRA, but it’s been going shelter. And it’s about time Americans rec- pretty ridiculous to me, but that’s irrelevant. year verses last year. Outside of the elusive downhill. It’s not about the kids anymore. ognize that. American farmers are working It’s still a violation of the fi rst amendment. panther, I’m not sure they have any preda- harder than ever, and it shows. Today, each • The comment from Obama was just to It’s about the coaches having all the best tors around here. Won’t be long before they American farmer feeds more than 144 peo- get the women to vote for him. players and not splitting up the teams. are out of control and threatening livestock... ple. And the need for food produced in the • That time is rolling around when the • Okeechobee has a LOT of activities for if they aren’t already! As for the panther sight- U.S. is dramatic. Agriculture is this nation’s front runners are going to promise you the kids. You don’t have to depend on OCRA. ings, I will never forget mine. It was on NW #1 export and vitally important in sustain- moon but in order to give away something, Take a look at that booklet that the Chil- 9th Street over by where the college is now ing a healthy economy. And it’s not just the they fi rst need to take something from some- dren’s Services Council puts out every year on the little bridge. A young panther, still had farmer who makes our food possible. The one else. I know you’ve heard this many with all the summer activities. Many of those some mottled colorings, cleared the width of entire agriculture industry, all the way to the times, a government big enough to give you same groups host children’s activities year the road in front of my car and leaped down grocery store, are vital links in a chain that everything can also take everything away. round. If you don’t like OCRA there are other below the bridge and off into the woods. My brings food to every citizen—and millions • When I was younger I received free sports programs at the schools and at many sister was buried in a book and missed it. It of people abroad. Frankly, it is easy to take birth control from the health department. of the churches. What if your kid doesn’t was beautiful! I have never seen another in agriculture for granted in America. Our food Several years ago they stopped it and I went care about sports? Try 4-H. It’s not just ani- the wild, but I sure hope I do again some day is readily accessible and safe. For this, we’re to Florida Community Health Center and mals. They have clubs for sewing, photog- as it was breath taking! unbelievably fortunate, but that doesn’t paid the same co-pays that I would pay if I raphy, shooting, leadership, performing arts, • I witnessed a panther cross at that very mean we don’t have an obligation to recog- went in for a cold or fl u visit based on your cooking ... 4H can be about anything. The bridge. I watched it cross the road and trot nize how it’s made possible. March 8 was income scale. Now I have private insurance schools have after-school clubs for all kinds down the fence by the National Ag Day, hosted by the Agriculture so I have a regular doctor. The same birth of interests. I have heard the complaints feed lot; none of the Council of America. Refl ect—and be grate- control that I have used for 16 years is not about OCRA for the past 25 years, which is cattle in the lot seemed ful for American Agriculture. covered by my costly insurance plan, but it why my kids never played OCRA. And my alarmed, as though was covered all those years ago when I re- kids were always busy with other activities. they were use to seeing Okee-Tantie ceived Medicaid. So I thought that this was • Enrolling children in sports is so good it. I called GFC to report • We had all this land in the county sold about making insurance companies cover for them! Then they have to hear their par- my sighting, which they about two years ago for subdivisions and the cost. I assume we would still pay our ent’s ranting and yelling. Yes, they learn a confi rmed they knew now they have cows back on them with un- normal co-pays for the offi ce visit as well as huge amount from sports. Then they be- about “her” and it had been discussed about paid tax bills. Tell me why, with the price of our prescription co-pays. But then I hear all come what they learn. the religious side of this and it has me con- • My son does more than play for OCRA trying to relocate “her.” fuel going up everyday, anyone thinks this I don’t know what ever fused altogether. I would just like to have it but he loves to play ball and they don’t have place will sell out as planned. happened to her. covered by my insurance, that I pay for. a baseball team in his age group in school.
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March2 9, 2012 Serving the communitiesOkeechobee south News of Lake Okeechobee May 27, 20105 Speckled Perch Festival Parade at 11 a.m. Saturday Saturday will be a busy day in downtown Road 70 to the end of Flagler Park. competition in which youngsters try to ride be dropped off between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Okeechobee. The Annual March for Babies After the parade, festivities will continue sheep. The rodeo will feature traditional ro- at the fairgrounds by the Agri-Civic Center. will be in Flagler Park with registration start- in the park with a variety of arts, crafts and deo events such as bareback bronc riding, The county fair will offi cially open on Tues- ing at 7:30 a.m. and the actual walk starting food booths. Local entertainers will perform. saddle bronc riding, bull riding, calf roping, day. at 8:30 a.m. At 9 a.m., the Speckled Perch Festival visitors are encouraged to bring their steer wrestling and barrel racing. There will On Sunday, the Speckled Perch Festi- Festival will open, also in Flagler Park. own folding chairs to enjoy the parade and also be a “calf scramble” for the kids. In the val will open in Flagler Park at 9 a.m. The The Speckled Perch Festival Parade will the entertainment. calf scramble, children from the audience second day of the rodeo starts at 2:30 p.m. start at 11 a.m., starting at the old U-Save The Okeechobee Cattlemen’s Spring are invited into the rodeo arena to attempt to at the Okeechobee Agri-Civic Center. The building. The parade will follow the regular Rodeo will be held at the Okeechobee Agri- be the fi rst to pull a ribbon off a calf’s tail. public entrance to the Agri-Civic Center is off parade route, north on Parrott Avenue (U.S. Civic Center at 2 p.m. Before the rodeo Saturday is also the day to drop off entries State Road 710. For additional information 441) to State Road 70 and then west on State starts, there will be a kids mutton bustin’ in the non-perishable arts and crafts contests about the festival, call 863-357-6246, or visit for the Okeechobee County Fair. Entries can www.mainstreetokeechobee.com. suggested that the chamber do any land- scaping that needs to be done. Newspaper welcomes community submissions! CITY Mr. Burroughs said the chamber would Continued From Page 1 have the building open during normal busi- The Okeechobee News welcomes community news items, photos, letters to the edi- ness hours to provide information about tor and other items of local interest. Email us at [email protected]. ered. Some air conditioning work that ap- the city and area attractions. He said his peared to not be too extensive needs to be chamber would not sponsor parades and done. Also, there are some roof tiles missing festivals as the inactive chamber had done and it is uncertain whether or not the roof in the past. For some time Okeechobee Main leaks. Street has sponsored parades and festivals Terry Burroughs, vice president of the in the city. However, Mr. Burroughs said his Chamber of Commerce of Okeechobee organization would continue to promote County, the building’s prospective tenant, those events. The focus of Mr. Burroughs’ was there to relay the council’s lease condi- chamber is on economic development. tions to his board of directors for approval. “It’s not as bad as I thought it would be,” The proposed terms of the lease are for he said of the condition of the building. He fi ve years at $1 a month. Mr. Burroughs said suggested a roofi ng expert look at the roof. his board would meet the next week and “It may not be an issue at all.” Mr. Burroughs he would report back to the council at their said once a lease was in place his chamber next meeting. could be moved in about a month. It was In their only other action item the council the consensus of the council that for one amended the interlocal agreement which al- year from the beginning date of the lease the lows the city to collect impact fees for the EPISCOPAL BAPTIST cost of any required repairs to the building Okeechobee County School Board. Since CHURCH OF OUR SAVIOUR You are welcome to come visit and over $500 would be divided evenly between the school board suspended the imposition enjoy the traditional worship and music. the chamber and the city. Mr. Burroughs of impact fees, the council amended the “Come worship with us.” suggested that the cost of insurance on the agreement accordingly. The council tabled Come and share in the word of God building be divided between the city and the until the next meeting a discussion of the Sunday chamber. Mr. Whitehall said the city’s mow- city attorney’s and the city administrator’s 8 & 10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist Will Bap ing contractor would mow the chamber y Free tist Ch annual evaluation. init urch lawn for an additional $80 a month. He felt Post your opinions in the Public Issues Forum at 9:30 Christian Education Tr Sunday School 10:00 am the chamber should pay the utilities. It was www.newszap.com. Reporter Pete Gawda can 12:30 Holy Eucharist in Spanish Sunday Worship 11:00 am be reached at [email protected]. Sunday Bible Study 6:00 pm Wednesday Wednesday Bible Study 6:00 pm Center on Saturday, March 10, and Sunday, 6:00 p.m. Holy Eucharist Service MONKEY March 11. The rodeo starts at 2:00 p.m. both Pastor : Thomas Dees Continued From Page 1 days. 200 NW 3rd Street The monkeys can do things most rodeo 863-763-4843 1840 N.E. 39th Blvd (Cemetery Rd) Lepard says there is another person who contestants can only dream of as they ride Okeechobee, Florida 34972 has an act with one dog and one monkey, he the back of the border collies around the are- Visit our website at www.okeecoos.com Telephone: 863-763-4962 is the only one performing with three dogs na in a series of stunts. Sam, Belle Star and and three monkeys. Bubba each weigh between four and seven PENTECOSTAL Mr. Lepard says that monkeys are like pounds and ride on special saddles made by teenagers who never grew up. They can Wilder Saddlery in Kenansville, Fla. be taught a trick but they can’t be trained. He said it takes two years of training be- Special Services Therefore each performance is different. fore the dog wears a saddle. They use a lot In 35 years of entertaining, Mr. Lepard coming up for has performed at half-time shows during of patience and don’t push the animals. He professional footballs games. At profession said none of the animals are hurt in any way, the baseball games he has performed after the and really respond well to pop tart treats. Easter Season fourth and seventh innings and as part of “Every time I see them ride they remind the post-game show. Since baseball games me of a Florida Cracker. Sam is 19 years old are in the summer on weekend nights, that and is probably one of the best riders we Sunday leaves weekends free for rodeos. He has have. He leans in the saddle and throws his Traditional Worship Comtemporary Worship also appeared in commercials, movies and You can at 8:30am at 10:45am tail around to hang on.” Sunday School at 10am Evening Worship 6pm on the David Letterman and Jay Leno televi- Wednesday sion programs. The dogs and monkeys will team up to While Mr. Lepard has performed at ro- round up some big horn sheep at the ro- advertise it Mid Week Worship at 7pm deos all over Florida, this is his fi rst stop in deo this weekend. Many rodeo fans will see Children and Youth Classes are Available on Okeechobee. Ghost Riders will be perform- something that they’ve never seen before. Sunday Morning and Wednesdays ing at the Okeechobee Cattlemen’s Spring Reporter Charles Murphy contributed to here! 301 NE 4th Ave. • (863) 763-4127 Rodeo at the Okeechobee County Agri-Civic this story. 2 Blocks Behind the McDonalds on SR 70E 26 Serving the communitiesOkeechobee south News of Lake Okeechobee MarchMay 27, 9, 20102012 Community Events Obituaries
Historical Society Cypress Eagles to host Okeechobee Youth Football Obituaries should be submitted to the Okeechobee News by e-mailing announces meeting fi sh and chips dinner League announces signups [email protected]. Customers may also The Okeechobee Historical Society will The Cypress Hut Eagles, at 4701 S.E. Hwy. The signups for the Okeechobee Youth request photos and links to online guest be holding their annual Fish Fry/monthly 441, will host a fi sh and chips dinner on Sat- Football League will be held at the annual books. A link to the obituaries is available at meeting on Monday, March 19, beginning urday, March 10, from 4 p.m. Games, too. Speckled Perch Festival in Flagler Park on www.newszap.com. at noon in the Okeechobee Historical Soci- Join us for the fun Music by Carla & Mike. Saturday, March 10, from 10 am until 3 p.m. The cost per child is $75. Ages 5-14 are ety Museum building on Highway 98 N. Any- All proceeds go to Community Charity Fund. one interested in attending the meeting just eligible to play in the new league which in- Samuel Hubbard, 78 Public Welcome! cludes a fl ag football team and four tackle needs to bring a covered dish. If you wish to OKEECHOBEE — Samuel Hubbard, join the Society, dues are $10 per year. teams. For more information call Coach Moose 1753 hosts Hog Roast Marvin Roberts at 863-801-4857. The league age 78, of Okeechobee, died Wednesday, is a travel ball league and will play games at March 7, 2012, at his residence. VFW North announces Moose 1753, at 159 N.W. 36th St, will host Okeechobee High School and in surround- He was born Aug. 22, 1933, in Clay a weekend of fun! On Saturday, March 10, ing Heartland Area Counties starting in Au- County, Ky., to James Madison and Vi- weekend plans at 1 p.m. when they will hold a Hog Roast gust and September. nia Maria (Goins) Hubbard. The North VFW, 300 NW 34th St has a with a giant membership drive. Free food He was preceded in death by his par- weekend full of fun planned. The grill will and music by D & K. Covered dishes are wel- ents, James and Vinia Hubbard; broth- be open on Friday 5-9 p.m. with karaoke come. Proceeds to benefi t the Moose Heart Eagles North to host BINGO! ers, Jack, Wesley, James and Edward; hosted by Lisa 7-10 p.m. Saturday, there will Charities. On Sunday, March 11, a full-menu Saturday, March 10, Eagles North will sisters, Eva Catherine, Doris E. (Betty); be burgers on the grill 12-2 p.m., Bar Bingo breakfast from 8–11 a.m. for a $5 donation. have CARD Bingo beginning at 4 p.m. Pro- and daughter, Robin Dale Hubbard. 1 p.m. Fish/Shrimp Dinner 5-7 p.m. with ka- ceeds go to the F.O.E. 4137 Community He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Proceeds will benefi t the Loom Charity fund. benefi t fund. 9985 Hwy. 441 North Okeecho- raoke hosted by Steve On A Stick 7-10 p.m. Call Lee, 863-824-0911, for information. (Crooker) Hubbard; son, Guy Marvin On Sunday, Lori will be serving Liver & On- bee. Hubbard (Donna) of Kissimmee, Fla.; ions or Cubed Steak 2-4 p.m. with karaoke daughter, Linda Gail Bass Billiter; six hosted by D & K (Danny & Kathy) 6-9 p.m. OCEA to open booth Cypress Hut Eagles to hold grandchildren and four great-grandchil- Proceeds go towards veterans assistance dren. In addition he is survived by programs. at weekend festival fried chicken dinner brothers, Charlie, Lawrence, Johnny, all The Okeechobee Retired Educator’s As- On Sunday, March 11, the Cypress Hut of Independence, Ky.; sisters, Alice of Moose announce sociation will have a booth at the Speck- Eagles, at 4701 S.E. Hwy. 441., will hold a Garrod, Ky., and Irene of Independence, led Perch Festival on Saturday and Sunday, fried chicken dinner from 1–5 p.m., for $6 Ky. weekend plans March 10 and 11, at which they will sell per dinner. The public is welcome. Proceeds Visitation will be held on Saturday, the 2011 Historical Ornament, the Okeecho- will go to the Community Charity fund. March 17, 2012, from 9 a.m. until service Join the Loyal Order of Moose #1753, time of 11 a.m. in Burlington, Ky., at the 159 NW 36th St on Friday for Bingo at 6:30 bee Train Depot as well as selling raffl e tick- ets for a chance on a Kindle Fire, a $50 Wal- Linnemann Funeral Home, 1940 Bur- p.m. (bonanza start 5 p.m). On Saturday, the Lodge to hold lington Pike, Kentucky. Interment will mart gift card or Beijo Purses. Fundraising lodge will be holding a Membership Drive in follow in Beech Grove Holiness Ceme- the Tiki with food and Karaoke by D & K opportunity offered. Sunday breakfast On Sunday, March 11, the Masonic tery. (Danny & Kathy). Music will start at 1 p.m. All local arrangements are entrusted Sunday breakfast will be served 8-11 a.m. for Lodge, at 107 N.W. 5th St., will hold a full- Fundraising opportunity menu breakfast from 8–11 a.m., for a $6 do- to the loving care of the Buxton Funeral $5. Be sure to stop by. Proceeds go towards Home and Crematory, 110 NE 5th Moose Charities. nation (kids 12 and under $3). The public is for local clubs welcome, and carryouts are available. Pro- Street, Okeechobee, Fl. On-line condo- Okeechobee County Cattlemen’s Asso- ceeds go to Okeechobee Youth Programs. lences may be made at www.buxtonfu- Cypress Eagles to ciation is offering a ticket sales fundraising neralhome.com. opportunity for local clubs. For more infor- Moose 1753 to hold host steak and fi sh dinner mation, please contact Heather Hancock @ The Cypress Hut Eagles, at 4701 S.E. CenterState Bank, 863-763-5573. Okeecho- Sunday breakfast Hwy. 441, will host a Friday night steak, fi sh bee County Cattlemen’s Annual Spring Ro- On Sunday, March 11, the Moose 1753, and shrimp dinner on Friday, March 9, from deo, March 10 and 11, at 2 p.m., Okeecho- at 159 N.W. 36th St., will hold a full-menu 5:30-8:30 p.m. Music by Don. All proceeds View obituaries from bee Agri-Civic Center. breakfast from 8–11 a.m. for a $5 donation. go to Community Charity Fund. Public Wel- Proceeds will benefi t the Loom Charity fund. the past month at come! Lakeport Garden Club Call Lee, 863-824-0911, for information. http://www.legacy.com Eagles North to plans golf tourney Freedom Outreach host Steak night The Lakeport Garden Club will host their fi shing tournament Third Annual Golf Tournament on Saturday, Friday, March 9, Eagles North will have The Freedom Outreach fi shing tourna- their weekly steak dinner featuring the Fan- March 10, at 8 a.m. at the Blue Heron Golf ments will be held on Sunday, March 11, tastic Al Jones. Come eat and dance. Pro- Club, 1925 S.E. Ninth Avenue in Okeecho- April 15, May 13, June 10, July 15, Aug. 12 ceeds go to the F.O.E 4137 Community bene- bee. The tournament will feature a best ball, and the championship on Sept. 9 ($120). fi t fund. 9985 Hwy. 441 North, Okeechobee. shotgun start. Entry is $40 per golfer. There The $80 (cash only) entry fee includes the will be prizes for fi rst, second, third and last big fi sh pot and championship fund. Must Shared Services place, longest drive and closest to pin. There fi sh at least four tournaments to be in the will also be door prizes. Lunch will be barbe- championship event! All tournaments will Network to meet cued pork sandwiches with chips. For more be held at Okee-Tantie Marina Boat Ramp The Executive Roundtable of the Shared information, call Glenda at 863-946-1794. from safe light until 2 p.m. Food and drinks Services Network of Okeechobee County free at weigh in. Pease call 561-719-5989 or will conduct its bi-monthly meeting at 1:30 Girl scouts needed 863-634-8127 to register or with questions. p.m. on Friday, March 9, in the board room of the Okeechobee County School Board of- Calling on all adult Girl Scouts! If you VFW North hosts dinner night fi ce. 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Community members and school of- fi cials came to Seminole Elementary School to read their favorite Dr. Seuss book in celebration of Read Across America week and Dr. Seuss’ birth- day. At left, Sean Downing, Osceola Middle School Principal, read his favorite Dr. Seuss book, The Lorax, to a group of Seminole Elementary School students.
Leslie Lundy, director of grants and Special Programs, read to Seminole Elementary School students in cel- ebration of Dr. Seuss’ birthday and Special to the Okeechobee News/SEM Read Across America week. Devin Maxwell, Okeechobee City Councilman, read to Seminole Ele- mentary School students in celebra- tion of Dr. Seuss’ birthday and Read Across America week.
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Car & Truck Buyers Guide powered on-line by recycler.com 214 Serving the communitiesOkeechobee south News of Lake Okeechobee MarchMay 27, 9, 20102012 Arrest Report Man caught at recycler The following individuals were ar- demeanor charge of domestic battery. Her rested on felony or driving under bond was set at $3,000. the infl uence (DUI) charges by the • Brandy N. McKinney, 25, N.E. 138th Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Offi ce St., Okeechobee, was arrested March 6 by with stolen metal items (OCSO), the Okeechobee City Police the Okeechobee Narcotics Task Force on a Department (OCPD), the Florida High- charge of possession of methamphetamine. By Eric Kopp him with violation of probation - giving false way Patrol (FHP), the Florida Fish and She was released on her own recognizance. Okeechobee News information to a secondary metal recycler, Wildlife Conservation Commission • James Eldridge, 50, S.E. 29th Court, violation of probation - grand theft and vio- (FWC) or the Department of Correc- Okeechobee, was arrested March 7 by Dep- Local deputies arrested tions (DOC). a man as he was reportedly lation of probation - burglary of an unoccu- uty Greg Popovich on an Okeechobee Coun- pied structure. • Jerry Goggans, 36, U.S. 441 S.E., entering a local recycling Okeechobee, was arrested March 6 by ty warrant charging him with driving under center with $2,300 worth He is being held in the Okeechobee Deputy Steven McKinley on a Glades County the infl uence. His bond was set at $2,500. of metal that was allegedly County Jail without bond on those charges. warrant charging him with violation of pro- • Tom Douglas Hoover, 23, N.W. 304th stolen. According to Deputy Kibler’s report Gain- bation - traffi cking in stolen property (two St., Okeechobee, was arrested March 7 by James Thomas Gain- James T. er broke into some containers and took a va- counts). He is being held without bond. Deputy Brian Cross on a felony charge of ag- er, 21, N.W. 86th Court, Gainer riety of metal items, including: two 10-foot • Dustin Allmon, 24, Janis Road, Cape gravated assault and a misdemeanor charge Okeechobee, was arrested aluminum cargo rollers; several electrical Coral, was arrested March 6 by Deputy Greg of battery. His bond was set at $12,500. Wednesday, March 7, on felony charges of boxes with breakers; brass locks; a ceiling Popovich on an Okeechobee County war- • Debra Young, 43, Broadland Lane, grand theft and criminal mischief. rant charging him with violation of probation Okeechobee, was arrested March 7 by Gainer’s bond on those charges has been fan; aluminum window frames; and, an alu- minum folding ladder. - possession of marijuana over 20 grams. He Deputy Greg Popovich on an Okeechobee set at $10,000. is being held without bond. An arrest report by Deputy Anthony Deputy Kibler stated in his report that the County warrant charging her with the felony landowner said he had welded the contain- • Adrian Salazar, 37, N.E. 11th Court, of failure to appear - driving while license Kibler, of the Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Okeechobee, was arrested March 6 by Offi ce (OCSO), stated that Deputy John ers shut to keep people from stealing his suspended. Her bond was set at $5,000. Deputy Justin Akins on a warrant charging • Francisco Arellano, 21, N.W. Ninth Hazy stopped Gainer as he was entering the belongings. him with fraudulent use of identifi cation for recycling center. Deputy Hazy then arrested The landowner estimated the damages Ave., Okeechobee, was arrested March 7 by work. His bond was set at $1,000. Deputy DeMarcus Dixon on an Okeechobee Gainer on outstanding warrants charging to his property to be $1,200. • Randy Edward Ammons, 49, N.W. 42nd Ave., Okeechobee, was arrested March 6 by County warrant charging him with deal- Deputy Steven Pollock on an Okeechobee ing in stolen property. His bond was set at Corps to continue releases County warrant charging him with felony $10,000. battery. His bond was set at $12,500. This column lists arrests and not con- • Brittney N. Penn, 26, S.E. 18th Way, victions, unless otherwise stated. Anyone Okeechobee, was arrested March 6 by listed here who is later found innocent or from Lake Okeechobee Deputy Matt Grumbling on a felony charge has had the charges against them dropped The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jack- estuary,” said John Kilpatrick, Chief of the of possession of a controlled substance (xa- is welcome to inform this newspaper. The sonville District has announced it will con- Jacksonville District’s Multi-Project Branch, nax) without a valid prescription and a mis- information will be confi rmed and printed. tinue releasing water from Lake Okeecho- which has oversight of water management bee, sending additional fresh water into the at the lake, “we are hoping to adequately th Caloosahatchee Estuary. observe and record the response of the eco- 44 Annual Speckled Perch Festival The new release began March 8. The system to this 10-day release pattern to learn th Corps is making the release in a pulse-like what we can to provide a more consistent Saturday, March 10 9-4 manner to mimic a rainfall event, similar to operation.” releases that began on Dec. 16. The target th Thursday, the lake stage was 12.83 feet. and Sunday, March 11 9-4 fl ow to the Caloosahatchee Estuary for this The lake is currently within the Operational release is an average of 450 cubic feet per Band of the 2008 Lake Okeechobee Regula- The annual festival celebrates the À shing industry in Okeechobee second (cfs) over a 10-day period, as mea- promises your favorite fried catÀ sh and a heap of delicious fried sured at W.P. Franklin Lock and Dam (S-79) tion Schedule (2008 LORS). The Corps and east of Fort Myers. The 10-day pulse release partner agencies will continue to closely goodies including monitor and assess system conditions, and will allow relatively larger discharge rates Barbecue, Swamp Cabbage, Fried Pumpkin Bread, Fried Green Tomatoes, during the fi rst half of the 10-day period. may decrease releases if local basin run- This will be the third 10-day pulse release off contributes to fl ow. For more informa- Fritters, Ox Tail or Jerk Chicken since Feb. 17. These releases are expected tion on water level and fl ows data for Lake Parade starts at to help reduce impacts and degradation of Okeechobee, visit the Corps’ water manage- 11:00 am Top it all off with: aquatic resources due to high salinities. ment page online at: http://www.saj.usace. Saturday Ice Cream , Strawberry Shortcake “The 10-day pulse releases are helping army.mil/Divisions/Operations/Branches/ or Funnel Cakes. to reduce salinities in the Caloosahatchee MultiProject/WaterMgt/. For the Kids: Stop In For All Your Show Feed & Gem mining, face painting, plaster art And special projects with staff of Sullivan Show Supplies!! Home Depot Walpole Feed OVER 100 BOOTHS River trader will be on-site as well as Guy Harvey and Cracker Life Give Us & Supply Co. items, Seminole Arts and Crafts, hand crafted jewelry, a Book Fair by A Try! 763-6905 the Okeechobee County Media Specialists and many more! Hwy 98 North Don’t Miss The Dancing turtle, Chain saw Carving Demonstrations or live animal exhibits by Animal Adventures. Performances by: The Chobee Steelers and Xplosion! and other Local Talent March2 9, 2012 Serving the communitiesOkeechobee south News of Lake Okeechobee May 27, 201015
OHS boys baseball team ALWAYS SAVING PROPERTY BUYERS defeats John Carroll $ MONEY! By Charles M. Murphy BUYERS ONLY Okeechobee News Timmy Farrell pitched a complete game REALTY CO. three hitter and Billy Childers had two hits COUNTRY LIVING ~ Right in town! CBS - European Stucco/Arches. 3-4 BILL F. STEGKEMPER, as Okeechobee High School defeated John bd/2 ba/ 1008 SF Triple Carport. 2680 SF-3193 SF TLA. Updated Kitchen, REALTOR, CRS, GRI, APPRAISER Carroll 5-2 in a high school boys baseball Family Room, Offi ce, Screened Lanai. Lots of Storage! Big lot on Cul-de-sac. BK129997 game Wednesday night at OHS. SOUTHWEST BEAUTY! $139,000 Call Lori (863) 634-1457 Brad Coleman had an RBI single in a four-run fourth inning rally for the Brahmans (863) 801-9497 CELL who improved to (5-3) on the season. P.O. Box 1074, Okeechobee, FL 34973 Okeechobee took advantage of two fi eld- 517 S.W. Park St. • Okeechobee ing errors by the Rams in the fourth inning as they sent seven batters to the plate. Will Jackson Christian Crews, Coleman and Lay- 11.5 +/- ACRES OF LIGHT ton Thomas scored runs during the rally. Brahman Coach Jeff Blackstone said his team has struggled in recent outings on de- INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL 104 NW 7th Ave. fense and he felt they needed a game like Okeechobee this to get back on the right track. PROPERTY “Timmy Farrell did a great job tonight and 863-763-4010 gave us exactly what we needed as a team. or With frontage on He threw strikes, got ahead of the hitters, and gave us a chance to bat and get some 888-874-2945 runs,” he said. Okeechobee News/Charles Murphy fxvÉÇw àÉ aÉÇx Hwy 441 North. Farrell threw a lot of strikes and kept pres- Morgan Crawford sure on the hitters to swing the bats rather Farrell retired 13 straight batters at one Service $249,000. than try to make perfect pitches. He said his point in the middle innings. He only walked Integrity pitch count was low and that helped him three batters and struck out eight batters. Experience Call Bryan Holden feel fresh in the late innings. Coach Blackstone said the team hasn’t “We really got together as a team and Lic. RE Broker played their best baseball yet but he was Auctioneer # AU2579. talked about chemistry in study hall today. proud they bounced back from a 10-run loss (863) 634-5792 We came out here with an upbeat attitude to St. Cloud one night earlier, “We played and were ready to play. We wanted to stop much cleaner defensively and showed pa- David Hazellief, 863-610-1553 • Betty Hazellief, 863-610-0144 losing and play the game right,” he added. tience at the plate. Tonight was a good con- Sharon Prevatt, 863-634-7069 • Dee Reeder, 863-610-2485 fi dence boost and a step in the right direc- tion.” (863) 763-2104 Blackstone said if his team continues to gain in confi dence on defense, he suspects Se Habla Español they will win more ball games. He insists the team was better than what they showed against Martin County and St. Cloud in the past week. Farrell said he would like to use this game as a springboard to improvement for the rest of the year. “I realize I can only control what 1001-H: Oak Tree Place 3006-H: Treasure Island In town condominium FORECLOSURE lake access. CBS and I can control. I kept throwing strikes and conveniently close to frame home with front kept pounding the strike zone. When they everything. Porch just off & back screen porch. the kitchen area. Seller hit the ball they didn’t hit it hard.” very motivated to sell. Whether you’re looking Okeechobee hosts Sebastian River on Fri- Unit #10-G Make offer! for a weekend retreat Okeechobee News/Charles Murphy $52,000 NOW $39,000 or a place to call home. day night at 7 p.m. They will host Fort Pierce MLS #203425 $53,900 MLS #205626 Maranda Serrano Central next Tuesday night at 7 p.m. 5011-M: Four Seasons 3003-H: King’s Bay REDUCED 2006, 2br/2ba MH on ½ REDUCED - 2 Bd 2 bath, screened LAKE OKEECHOBEE Your Hometown Realtor acre. Great location for porch, concrete drive- east coast commuters! way. Easy to show. HOA Giving you the service you deserve! Fenced yard with 4 sheds, TITLE wooden front porch. includes pool, clubhouse, Motivated seller, make tennis court, and lawn. an offer! $78,000 NOW $54,000 NOW $47,900 Owned & Operated by $65,000 MLS #204129 MLS #205169 REDUCED 3004-H: King’s Bay REDUCED 4002-H: Buckhead Ridge John Ed Burdeshaw - 2 Bedroom 2 bath, en- Lake Access two story 3 Vicki S. closed back porch and bd/2 ba. Upstairs & down- stairs kitchen, lg storage screened front porch, bldg, hurricane shutters, Anderson, garage, appliance stay. seawall, RV Prkg. 2,560 sq. HOA. Easy to show. ft. of living. Way too much For All Your Real Lic. RE Broker $54,000 NOW $47,900 to list! $399,000 NOW MLS #205168 $349,000 MLS #204356 Estate Closing Needs 863-634-4106 • 20+/-ACRES NW 72nd Ave. **Not buildable** Seller is open to offers. $40,000 MLS #205495 • FORECLOSURE 20+/-acres located [email protected] in a rural area of NW Okeechobee County. Pasture land suitable for cattle/agriculture. **Not Buildable** $38,000 MLS #205578 • 863-763-3749 50.4+/-acres SR 710 MLS #204068 • Blue Heron Lot S.E. 14t CT. $20,900 MLS #205527 • Basswood Lot NW 33rd Ave $6,000 or www.andersonrealtyco.com better offer. MLS #205239 608 N W PARK STREET 21442 E. SR 78, BHR • Okeechobee Email: [email protected] • 1200 S. Parrott Ave. Check out our updated website: Century21okeechobee.com 16 Okeechobee News March 9, 2012
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March 9, 2012 Okeechobee News 17 Public Notice Houses - Sale Mobile Home Public Notice Public Notice Public Notice Public Notice Rent IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, FLORIDA Custom Built 3br/2ba NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED PROBATE DIVISION CBS in Lakeport, end lot 2012TD011 File No. 2012-CP-020 3/2 Mobile/Add On 2012TD013 on rim canal with side $750 mo., 1st and Last For more listings, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that NEAL KEYS TRUSTEE the holder of the IN RE: ESTATE OF canal, direct lake ac- Plus $500 Security NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that NEAL KEYS TRUSTEE the holder of the following certifi cate has fi led said certifi cates for a tax deed to be issued OVEDA B. MANNION cess. Split fl oor plan go to following certifi cate has fi led said certifi cates for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certifi cate number and year of issuance, the description of the Deceased. Located Downtown www.newszap.com thereon. The certifi cate number and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: with two 8 ft. glass Call 863-763-4537 property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: NOTICE TO CREDITORS doors opening onto a Certifi cate No: 1863 Year of Issuance: June-01-2009 Certifi cate No: 2301 Year of Issuance: June-01-2009 The administration of the estate of 28 ft. screen porch. Boats Description of Property: ORANGE BLOSSOM RANCHES LOTS 11 & 16 Oveda B. Mannion, deceased, whose Country oak décor, 5 Acres with a 4bd/2ba Description of Property: BASS SUBDIVISION LOTS 22 & 23 BLOCK 6 BLOCK 11 date of death was December 3, large closets, ceramic Mobile Home 2011, and the last four digits of 2006 Bennington 1-15-37-35-0080-00060-0220 1-15-36-35-0040-00110-0110 whose social security number are tile/carpet fl ooring, cus- completely furnished, Said property being in the County of Okeechobee, State of Florida Said property being in the County of Okeechobee, State of Florida 5340, is pending in the Circuit Court tom window coverings. with pole barn. Call for Pontoon Boat. for Okeechobee County, Florida, Pro- Fully loaded for fi shing. Name in which assessed: Name in which assessed: bate Division, the address of which is Attached garage holds more information ELYSEE AUGUSTIN EDWARD F HOWERTON 312 Northwest 3rd Street, Okeecho- airboat and bass boat. 863-697-1648 Call for more info. bee, Florida 34972. The names and Located at Port St. Lucie Unless said certifi cate shall be redeemed according to law the property de- Unless said certifi cate shall be redeemed according to law the property de- addresses of the personal represen- Covered boat house scribed in such certifi cate shall be sold to the highest bidder at the Okeecho- scribed in such certifi cate shall be sold to the highest bidder at the Okeecho- tative and the personal representa- with electric lift, fi sh 931-206-3675 bee County Judicial Center, Jury Assembly Room, 312 NW 3rd Street, bee County Judicial Center, Jury Assembly Room, 312 NW 3rd Street, tive’s attorney are set forth below. $600 monthly 3/2 Dou- Okeechobee, Florida 10:00 A.M., on the 12th day of April, 2012. Okeechobee, Florida 10:00 A.M., on the 12th day of April, 2012. All creditors of the decedent and cleaning room with wa- ble wide, built in 05, SUBJECT TO CURRENT TAXES SUBJECT TO CURRENT TAXES other persons having claims or de- ter/elec, sea wall, boat excellent condition. mands against decedent’s estate on RV Space Rent SHARON ROBERTSON, CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT SHARON ROBERTSON, CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT whom a copy of this notice is re- ramp. On private con- 2/2 Double wide, remod- Okeechobee County, Florida Okeechobee County, Florida quired to be served must fi le their crete road with other eled excellent condition, /s/ Robin R. Parrish /s/ Robin R. Parrish claims with this court WITHIN THE Deputy Clerk Deputy Clerk LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE custom homes. All ap- city water $525 monthly RV Lot in Sportsman TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION pliances and some fur- Call 863-801-1739 NOTICE REGARDING THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990; In NOTICE REGARDING THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990; In OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER Village, Moore Haven. accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act, persons needing a spe- accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act, persons needing a spe- THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY niture included. $275K, 55+, Clubhouse, Pool, cial accommodation to participate in this proceeding should contact Court cial accommodation to participate in this proceeding should contact Court OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. make offer. No lease Lots of Activities. Administration no later that seven days prior to the proceeding at 250 NW Administration no later that seven days prior to the proceeding at 250 NW All other creditors of the decedent option/rent. BUCKHEAD RIDGE - Country Club Drive, Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986, 1.772.807.4370 within two Country Club Drive, Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986, 1.772.807.4370 within two and other persons having claims or Dbl. Wide 2BR, 2BA, Beautiful Large Lot working days of your receipt of this notice. IF YOU ARE HEARING IMPAIRED working days of your receipt of this notice. IF YOU ARE HEARING IMPAIRED demands against decedent’s estate 863-946-2774. CALL 1.800.955.8771; IF YOU ARE VOICE IMPAIRED CALL 1.800.955.8770. CALL 1.800.955.8771; IF YOU ARE VOICE IMPAIRED CALL 1.800.955.8770. must fi le their claims with this court C/Air. $495 mo. Large $250 mo. Plus Electricity 410755 ON 3/2,9,16,23/2012 410750 ON 3/2,9,16,23/2012 WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE 3BR, 2BA, C/Air. $550 Call 239-218-6079 DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. Lots - Sale mo. No pets. Yearly ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN lease, plus sec. NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN Fifth Wheels SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA (863)763-4031 2012TD006 2012TD012 PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER 2 WATERFRONT vacant BARRED. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that NEAL KEYS TRUSTEE the holder of the NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that NEAL KEYS TRUSTEE the holder of the NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME lots in Taylor Creek following certifi cate has fi led said certifi cates for a tax deed to be issued PINE RIDGE PARK 35’ 5th Wheel 2000 following certifi cate has fi led said certifi cates for a tax deed to be issued PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY Isles. Both on canal thereon. The certifi cate number and year of issuance, the description of the thereon. The certifi cate number and year of issuance, the description of the CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR 2 bdrm/2ba, $600 mo, property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: with sea walls. Each Spinnaker by Forest MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. $300 sec, No Pets River, 3 slides, ready to Certifi cate No: 1870 Year of Issuance: June-01-2009 $35,000 OBO. Call or No Smoking Certifi cate No: 1145 Year of Issuance: June-01-2009 The date of fi rst publication of this (239) 898-7084. travel or live in located notice is March 2, 2012. 863- 467-2156/634-7126 in Okeechobee area call Description of Property: LOT J OF TRACT 31 W1/2 OF E1/2 OF N1/2 Description of Property: ORANGE BLOSSOM RANCHES LOT 20 BLOCK OF S1/2 OF TRACT 31 29 34S 33E 12 Personal Representative: 772-532-0041 Nicholas Boromei FOR SALE - RESIDEN- 1-29-34-33-0A00-00031-J000 1-15-36-35-0040-00120-0200 500 S. Parrott Avenue TREASURE ISLAND - Said property being in the County of Okeechobee, State of Florida TIAL BUILDING LOT Said property being in the County of Okeechobee, State of Florida Okeechobee, Florida 34974 3BR, 2BA New carpet. Attorney for Per- CLOSE TO BLUE HER- Marine Name in which assessed: Name in which assessed: Large yard. Lawn service sonal Representative: RON IN BRENT WOOD Accessories PEARL C NEUGEBAUER MAUREEN M WEBER Robert J. Kulas included. $700 mo. 1st Attorney for Nicholas Boromei ESTATES. LOT SIZE IS Unless said certifi cate shall be redeemed according to law the property de- month FREE w/security Unless said certifi cate shall be redeemed according to law the property de- Florida Bar Number: 398195 0.65 ACRES HAS 6 Diving Tanks, scribed in such certifi cate shall be sold to the highest bidder at the Okeecho- scribed in such certifi cate shall be sold to the highest bidder at the Okeecho- Robert J. Kulas, P.A. HOUSE PAD IN PLACE deposit. No pets. Call 40lb. weight belt. bee County Judicial Center, Jury Assembly Room, 312 NW 3rd Street, bee County Judicial Center, Jury Assembly Room, 312 NW 3rd Street, 2100 SE Hillmoor Drive, Suite 105 (863)634-0663 Okeechobee, Florida 10:00 A.M., on the 12th day of April, 2012. Okeechobee, Florida 10:00 A.M., on the 12th day of April, 2012. Port St. Lucie, Florida 34952 TO ACCOMADATE A No regulator make offer SUBJECT TO CURRENT TAXES SUBJECT TO CURRENT TAXES Telephone: (772) 398-0720 3500 SQ. FT. HOME 863-824-0886 Fax: (772) 398-9331 SHARON ROBERTSON, CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT SHARON ROBERTSON, CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT 411499 ON 3/2,9/2012 WATER DEPOSIT PAID Okeechobee County, Florida Okeechobee County, Florida Mobile Home Sale /s/ Robin R. Parrish /s/ Robin R. Parrish READY TO BUILD ON. Deputy Clerk Deputy Clerk $45,000 OR O.B.O. NOTICE REGARDING THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990; In NOTICE REGARDING THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990; In CALL CARL @ 1986 RV w/2 Fl. Rooms accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act, persons needing a spe- accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act, persons needing a spe- 863-634-8617 cial accommodation to participate in this proceeding should contact Court cial accommodation to participate in this proceeding should contact Court LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT and more, 41gal. hot w. Administration no later that seven days prior to the proceeding at 250 NW Administration no later that seven days prior to the proceeding at 250 NW heater,completely Country Club Drive, Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986, 1.772.807.4370 within two Country Club Drive, Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986, 1.772.807.4370 within two The Workforce Development Board remodeled. working days of your receipt of this notice. IF YOU ARE HEARING IMPAIRED working days of your receipt of this notice. 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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED to which all persons are invited: Land, located at 20 863-623-4090 or 2012TD014 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED Date & Time: Friday, NE 363rd Ct., Okee- 863-610-0857 Vans March 16, 2012 - 8:00 a.m. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that NEAL KEYS TRUSTEE the holder of the 2012TD015 Nominating Committee - 8:45 a.m. chobee, $49,900. following certifi cate has fi led said certifi cates for a tax deed to be issued Visit www. thereon. The certifi cate number and year of issuance, the description of the NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that CRYSTAL J TRIMBLE the holder of the Place: Workforce Development Ancient Oaks 97 Ply. Van, 56,000 mi., property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: following certifi cate has fi led said certifi cates for a tax deed to be issued Board of the Treasure Coast roselandco.com/82H Park Model New tires & Battery. thereon. The certifi cate number and year of issuance, the description of the DBA, Workforce Solutions Certifi cate No: 2400 Year of Issuance: June-01-2009 property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: 584 NW University Blvd., Drive by then call 2/2 on water, carport, With handicap scooter Suite 100 866-249-0680. screen room, $80,000 lift asking $2,295.00 Certifi cate No: 1986 Year of Issuance: June-01-2009 Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986 Call for appointment Call 863-801-3320 Description of Property: EL MIRA SOL LOTS 14 TO 18 INC BLOCK 30 Description of Property: BASSWOOD UNIT 2 LOT 18 BLOCK 32 PURPOSE: To discuss matters 863-634-7226 concerning the Workforce Invest- RV Lot in Sportsman 1-18-37-35-0020-00300-0140 1-05-37-35-0020-00320-0180 ment Act, Workforce Employment Village, Moore Haven. 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A copy of the agenda Beautiful Large Lot. may be obtained by contacting: $29,995 561-721-2230 leads you to the Unless said certifi cate shall be redeemed according to law the property de- Unless said certifi cate shall be redeemed according to law the property de- Call 239-218-6079 scribed in such certifi cate shall be sold to the highest bidder at the Okeecho- scribed in such certifi cate shall be sold to the highest bidder at the Okeecho- Workforce Solutions best products bee County Judicial Center, Jury Assembly Room, 312 NW 3rd Street, bee County Judicial Center, Jury Assembly Room, 312 NW 3rd Street, 584 NW University Blvd., The classifieds are the Okeechobee, Florida 10:00 A.M., on the 12th day of April, 2012. Okeechobee, Florida 10:00 A.M., on the 12th day of April, 2012. Suite 100 and services. SUBJECT TO CURRENT TAXES SUBJECT TO CURRENT TAXES Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986 When you want some- most successful sales- thing sold, advertise in person in town. SHARON ROBERTSON, CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT SHARON ROBERTSON, CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT Should any person wish to appeal Okeechobee County, Florida Okeechobee County, Florida any decision made by the Board with the classifieds. /s/ Robin R. Parrish /s/ Robin R. Parrish respect to any matter considered at Deputy Clerk Deputy Clerk the above referenced meeting, they TREASURE Island - will need to ensure a verbatim re- Nice 2005 Doublewide NOTICE REGARDING THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990; In NOTICE REGARDING THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990; In cording of the proceedings is made, accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act, persons needing a spe- which record includes the testimony with lot. Lrg. 3br. / 2ba. accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act, persons needing a spe- and evidence upon which the appeal cial accommodation to participate in this proceeding should contact Court cial accommodation to participate in this proceeding should contact Court is based, in order to provide a record with fi replace & fenced Administration no later that seven days prior to the proceeding at 250 NW Administration no later that seven days prior to the proceeding at 250 NW for judicial review. Country Club Drive, Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986, 1.772.807.4370 within two Country Club Drive, Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986, 1.772.807.4370 within two 411946 ON 3/9/2012 back yard. $89,900. Will working days of your receipt of this notice. IF YOU ARE HEARING IMPAIRED working days of your receipt of this notice. IF YOU ARE HEARING IMPAIRED lease $850 month. CALL 1.800.955.8771; IF YOU ARE VOICE IMPAIRED CALL 1.800.955.8770. 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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2012TD015 2012TD010 2012TD017 2012TD009 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that CRYSTAL J TRIMBLE the holder of the NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that NEAL KEYS TRUSTEE the holder of the NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that JOSEPH ZACHARY GAZZA the holder NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that NEAL KEYS TRUSTEE the holder of the following certifi cate has fi led said certifi cates for a tax deed to be issued following certifi cate has fi led said certifi cates for a tax deed to be issued of the following certifi cate has fi led said certifi cates for a tax deed to be is- following certifi cate has fi led said certifi cates for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certifi cate number and year of issuance, the description of the thereon. The certifi cate number and year of issuance, the description of the sued thereon. The certifi cate number and year of issuance, the description thereon. The certifi cate number and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: of the property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: Certifi cate No: 1986 Year of Issuance: June-01-2009 Certifi cate No: 1313 Year of Issuance: June-01-2009 Certifi cate No: 1485 Year of Issuance: May-30-2008 Certifi cate No: 1270 Year of Issuance: June-01-2009 Description of Property: BASSWOOD UNIT 2 LOT 18 BLOCK 32 Description of Property: LOT D TRACT OF 11 W1/2 OF W1/2 OF N1/2 Description of Property: NEW OKEECHOBEE HEIGHTS SECTION A LOTS Description of Property: LOT D OF TRACT 14 W1/2 OF W1/2 OF N1/2 OF N1/2 OF TRACT 11 35 34S 33E 24 TO 27 INC BLOCK 20 OF N1/2 OF TRACT 14 34 34S 33E 1-05-37-35-0020-00320-0180 Said property being in the County of Okeechobee, State of Florida 1-35-34-33-0A00-00011-D000 1-06-36-34-0010-00200-0240 1-34-34-33-0A00-00014-D000 Said property being in the County of Okeechobee, State of Florida Said property being in the County of Okeechobee, State of Florida Said property being in the County of Okeechobee, State of Florida Name in which assessed: SURINDRA PHAGU Name in which assessed: Name in which assessed: Name in which assessed: TULAMATLLE PHAGU GLADYS DIAZ FRANCES E ANSBRO BEREZINA SENIS ROBERTO DIAZ JAMES L ANSBRO JUNIA BERNARD Unless said certifi cate shall be redeemed according to law the property de- MURLANDE BERNARD scribed in such certifi cate shall be sold to the highest bidder at the Okeecho- Unless said certifi cate shall be redeemed according to law the property de- Unless said certifi cate shall be redeemed according to law the property de- bee County Judicial Center, Jury Assembly Room, 312 NW 3rd Street, scribed in such certifi cate shall be sold to the highest bidder at the Okeecho- scribed in such certifi cate shall be sold to the highest bidder at the Okeecho- Unless said certifi cate shall be redeemed according to law the property de- Okeechobee, Florida 10:00 A.M., on the 12th day of April, 2012. bee County Judicial Center, Jury Assembly Room, 312 NW 3rd Street, bee County Judicial Center, Jury Assembly Room, 312 NW 3rd Street, scribed in such certifi cate shall be sold to the highest bidder at the Okeecho- SUBJECT TO CURRENT TAXES Okeechobee, Florida 10:00 A.M., on the 12th day of April, 2012. Okeechobee, Florida 10:00 A.M., on the 12th day of April, 2012. bee County Judicial Center, Jury Assembly Room, 312 NW 3rd Street, SUBJECT TO CURRENT TAXES SUBJECT TO CURRENT TAXES Okeechobee, Florida 10:00 A.M., on the 12th day of April, 2012. SHARON ROBERTSON, CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT SUBJECT TO CURRENT TAXES Okeechobee County, Florida SHARON ROBERTSON, CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT SHARON ROBERTSON, CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT /s/ Robin R. Parrish Okeechobee County, Florida Okeechobee County, Florida SHARON ROBERTSON, CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT Deputy Clerk /s/ Robin R. Parrish /s/ Robin R. Parrish Okeechobee County, Florida Deputy Clerk Deputy Clerk /s/ Robin R. Parrish NOTICE REGARDING THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990; In Deputy Clerk accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act, persons needing a spe- NOTICE REGARDING THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990; In NOTICE REGARDING THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990; In cial accommodation to participate in this proceeding should contact Court accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act, persons needing a spe- accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act, persons needing a spe- NOTICE REGARDING THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990; In Administration no later that seven days prior to the proceeding at 250 NW cial accommodation to participate in this proceeding should contact Court cial accommodation to participate in this proceeding should contact Court accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act, persons needing a spe- Country Club Drive, Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986, 1.772.807.4370 within two Administration no later that seven days prior to the proceeding at 250 NW Administration no later that seven days prior to the proceeding at 250 NW cial accommodation to participate in this proceeding should contact Court working days of your receipt of this notice. IF YOU ARE HEARING IMPAIRED Country Club Drive, Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986, 1.772.807.4370 within two Country Club Drive, Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986, 1.772.807.4370 within two Administration no later that seven days prior to the proceeding at 250 NW CALL 1.800.955.8771; IF YOU ARE VOICE IMPAIRED CALL 1.800.955.8770. working days of your receipt of this notice. IF YOU ARE HEARING IMPAIRED working days of your receipt of this notice. IF YOU ARE HEARING IMPAIRED Country Club Drive, Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986, 1.772.807.4370 within two 410754 ON 3/2,9,16,23/2012 CALL 1.800.955.8771; IF YOU ARE VOICE IMPAIRED CALL 1.800.955.8770. CALL 1.800.955.8771; IF YOU ARE VOICE IMPAIRED CALL 1.800.955.8770. working days of your receipt of this notice. IF YOU ARE HEARING IMPAIRED 410748 ON 3/2,9,16,23/2012 410749 ON 3/2,9,16,23/2012 CALL 1.800.955.8771; IF YOU ARE VOICE IMPAIRED CALL 1.800.955.8770. 410746 ON 3/2,9,16,23/2012 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2012TD004 2012TD007 2012TD008 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that NEAL KEYS TRUSTEE the holder of the IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 19 JUDICIAL CIRCUIT following certifi cate has fi led said certifi cates for a tax deed to be issued NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that NEAL KEYS TRUSTEE the holder of the IN AND FOR OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, FLORIDA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that NEAL KEYS TRUSTEE the holder of the CASE NO. 47-2011-CA-000365 thereon. The certifi cate number and year of issuance, the description of the following certifi cate has fi led said certifi cates for a tax deed to be issued following certifi cate has fi led said certifi cates for a tax deed to be issued property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: thereon. The certifi cate number and year of issuance, the description of the thereon. The certifi cate number and year of issuance, the description of the PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: Certifi cate No: 1007 Year of Issuance: June-01-2009 Plaintiff, VS. Certifi cate No: 1190 Year of Issuance: June-01-2009 Certifi cate No: 1211 Year of Issuance: June-01-2009 Description of Property: LOT L OF TRACT 16 W1/2 OF W1/2 OF N1/2 FENTON JOHN MOORE, DECEASED HIS/HER RESPECTIVE UNKNOWN OF S1/2 OF TRACT 16 27 34S 33E Description of Property: LOT L OF TRACT 27 W1/2 OF W1/2 OF N1/2 SPOUSES, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, CREDITORS, LIEN- Description of Property: LOTS J & O OF TRACT 10 W1/2 OF E1/2 OF ORS, AND TRUSTEES, AND ALL OTHER PERSONS CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, OF S1/2 OF TRACT 27 32 34S 33E S1/2 OF TRACT 10 33 34S 33E 1-27-34-33-0A00-00016-L000 UNDER OR AGAINST THE NAMED DEFENDANT; AND THE AFOREMEN- Said property being in the County of Okeechobee, State of Florida 1-32-34-33-0A00-00027-L000 TIONED NAMED DEFENDANT AND SUCH OF THE AFOREMENTIONED UN- 1-33-34-33-0A00-00010-J000 KNOWN DEFENDANT AND SUCH OF THE UNKNOWN NAMED DEFENDANT AS Said property being in the County of Okeechobee, State of Florida Said property being in the County of Okeechobee, State of Florida Name in which assessed: MAY BE INFANTS, INCOMPETENTS OR OTHERWISE NOT SUI JURIS; UN- KNOWN TENANT(S); WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO MELTINI LOUKAS Name in which assessed: Name in which assessed: JOHN P LAWRENCE WACHOVIA BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; et al. LURALE MARCH Defendant(s) Unless said certifi cate shall be redeemed according to law the property de- THOMAS E LAWRENCE PATRICK OKEEFE scribed in such certifi cate shall be sold to the highest bidder at the Okeecho- NOTICE OF ACTION-FORECLOSURE PROCEEDINGS bee County Judicial Center, Jury Assembly Room, 312 NW 3rd Street, Unless said certifi cate shall be redeemed according to law the property de- Unless said certifi cate shall be redeemed according to law the property de- Okeechobee, Florida 10:00 A.M., on the 12th day of April, 2012. scribed in such certifi cate shall be sold to the highest bidder at the Okeecho- scribed in such certifi cate shall be sold to the highest bidder at the Okeecho- TO: FENTON JOHN MOORE, DECEASED HIS/HER RESPECTIVE UNKNOWN SUBJECT TO CURRENT TAXES bee County Judicial Center, Jury Assembly Room, 312 NW 3rd Street, bee County Judicial Center, Jury Assembly Room, 312 NW 3rd Street, Okeechobee, Florida 10:00 A.M., on the 12th day of April, 2012. SPOUSES, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, CREDITORS, LIEN- Okeechobee, Florida 10:00 A.M., on the 12th day of April, 2012. ORS, AND TRUSTEES, AND ALL OTHER PERSONS CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, SHARON ROBERTSON, CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT SUBJECT TO CURRENT TAXES SUBJECT TO CURRENT TAXES Okeechobee County, Florida UNDER OR AGAINST THE NAMED DEFENDANT; AND THE AFOREMEN- /s/ Robin R. Parrish SHARON ROBERTSON, CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT TIONED NAMED DEFENDANT AND SUCH OF THE AFOREMENTIONED UN- SHARON ROBERTSON, CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT KNOWN DEFENDANT AND SUCH OF THE UNKNOWN NAMED DEFENDANT AS Deputy Clerk Okeechobee County, Florida Okeechobee County, Florida /s/ Robin R. Parrish MAY BE INFANTS, INCOMPETENTS OR OTHERWISE NOT SUI JURIS /s/ Robin R. Parrish including any unknown spouse of the Defendant, if remarried and if said NOTICE REGARDING THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990; In Deputy Clerk Deputy Clerk accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act, persons needing a spe- Defendant is dead, his/her respective unknown spouse, heirs, devisees, grantees, assignees, creditors, lien holders, and trustees, and all other per- cial accommodation to participate in this proceeding should contact Court NOTICE REGARDING THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990; In NOTICE REGARDING THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990; In Administration no later that seven days prior to the proceeding at 250 NW accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act, persons needing a spe- sons claiming by, through, under or against the named Defendant; and the accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act, persons needing a spe- aforementioned named Defendant and such of the aforementioned unknown Country Club Drive, Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986, 1.772.807.4370 within two cial accommodation to participate in this proceeding should contact Court cial accommodation to participate in this proceeding should contact Court working days of your receipt of this notice. IF YOU ARE HEARING IMPAIRED Administration no later that seven days prior to the proceeding at 250 NW Defendant and such of the unknown named Defendant as may be infants, Administration no later that seven days prior to the proceeding at 250 NW incompetents, or otherwise not sui juris. CALL 1.800.955.8771; IF YOU ARE VOICE IMPAIRED CALL 1.800.955.8770. Country Club Drive, Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986, 1.772.807.4370 within two Country Club Drive, Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986, 1.772.807.4370 within two 410731 ON 3/2,9,16,23/2012 working days of your receipt of this notice. IF YOU ARE HEARING IMPAIRED YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that an action to foreclose a mortgage on the working days of your receipt of this notice. IF YOU ARE HEARING IMPAIRED following described property, to-wit: CALL 1.800.955.8771; IF YOU ARE VOICE IMPAIRED CALL 1.800.955.8770. CALL 1.800.955.8771; IF YOU ARE VOICE IMPAIRED CALL 1.800.955.8770. 410743 ON 3/2,9,16,23/2012 A Parcel of land lying and being in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 3, 410744 ON 3/2,9,16,23/2012 Township 34 South, Range 35 East, Okeechobee County, Florida, being NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the Southeast cor- ner of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 3, run North 0° 30’ 41” West NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2012TD002 along the Easterly boundary of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 3, a distance NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED of 118.21 feet to a point on the Easterly Right of Way of a 66 feet Country 2012TD003 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that NEAL KEYS TRUSTEE the holder of the Road, thence north 31° 05’ 04” West a distance of 1,669.62 feet to the following certi fi cate has fi led said certifi cates for a tax deed to be issued 2012TD016 Point of Beginning. Thence continue Noth 31° 05’ 04” West a distance of NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that NEAL KEYS TRUSTEE the holder of the 320.00 feet, thence North 58° 58’ 41” East, a distance of 680.9.8’feet, thereon. The certifi cate number and year of issuance, the description of the following certifi cate has fi led said certifi cates for a tax deed to be issued property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that JOSEPH ZACHARY GAZZA the holder thence south 31° 01’ 19” East, a distance of 319.26 feet, thence South 58° thereon. The certifi cate number and year of issuance, the description of the of the following certifi cate has fi led said certifi cates for a tax deed to be is- 58’ 56” West, a distance of 680.63 feet to the Point of Beginning. property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: Certifi cate No: 147 Year of Issuance: June-01-2009 sued thereon. The certifi cate number and year of issuance, the description More commonly known as 32484 Northeast 4th Drive, of the property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: Okeechobee, FL 34972 Certifi cate No: 284 Year of Issuance: June-01-2009 Description of Property: LOT C OF TRACT 25 E1/2 OF W1/2 OF N1/2 This action has been fi led against you, and you are required to serve a Certifi cate No: 90 Year of Issuance: June-01-2009 copy of your written defense, if any, to it on Plaintiffs attorney, Weltman, OF N1/2 OF TRACT 25 SECTION 10 AS TO THE SOUTHERN COLONI- Description of Property: LOT M OF TRACT 16 W1/2 OF W1/2 OF S1/2 ZATION COMPANY PLAT OF TOWNSHIP 34 SOUTH RANGE 33 EAST Weinberg & Reis, Co., L.P.A., whose address is 550 West Cypress Creek OF S1/2 OF TRACT 16 SECTION 13, TOWNSHIP 34 SOUTH Description of Property: LOTS M & N OF TRACT 11 W1/2 OF W1/2 OF Road, Suite 550, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309, on or before 30 days after date ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 4 RANGE 33 EAST PAGES 3-3E INCLUSIVE PUBLIC RECORDS OF OKEECHOBEE S1/2 OF S1/2 OF TRACT 11 & E1/2 OF W1/2 OF S1/2 OF S1/2 of fi rst publication, and fi le the original with the Clerk of the Circuit Court ei- COUNTY FLORIDA OF TRACT 11 09 34S 33E ther before service on Plaintiffs attorney or immediately thereafter; other- 1-13-34-33-0A00-00016-M000 wise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Said property being in the County of Okeechobee, State of Florida 1-10-34-33-0A00-00025-C000 1-09-34-33-0A00-00011-M000 Complaint. Said property being in the County of Okeechobee, State of Florida Witness my hand and seal of this Court on the 28th day of February, 2012. Said property being in the County of Okeechobee, State of Florida Name in which assessed: DEVON B SEATON Name in which assessed: Sharon Robertson, Clerk Name in which assessed: EVONDOR PROPERTY INC PATRICK J CONROY ELDA JACQUET Okeechobee County, Florida LAING JOY JOANUER JACQUET By: Arlene Nealis, Deputy Clerk MICHELLE E WILLIAMS Unless said certifi cate shall be redeemed according to law the property de- Weltman, Weinberg & Reis, Co., L.P.A., Attorney for Plaintiff Unless said certifi cate shall be redeemed according to law the property de- 550 West Cypress Creek Road, Suite 550, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 scribed in such certifi cate shall be sold to the highest bidder at the Okeecho- Unless said certifi cate shall be redeemed according to law the property de- bee County Judicial Center, Jury Assembly Room, 312 NW 3rd Street, scribed in such certifi cate shall be sold to the highest bidder at the Okeecho- Telephone No.: 954-740-5200 Facsimile: 954-740-5290 scribed in such certifi cate shall be sold to the highest bidder at the Okeecho- bee County Judicial Center, Jury Assembly Room, 312 NW 3rd Street, If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order Okeechobee, Florida 10:00 A.M., on the 12th day of April, 2012. bee County Judicial Center, Jury Assembly Room, 312 NW 3rd Street, SUBJECT TO CURRENT TAXES Okeechobee, Florida 10:00 A.M., on the 12th day of April, 2012. to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the Okeechobee, Florida 10:00 A.M., on the 12th day of April, 2012. SUBJECT TO CURRENT TAXES provision of certain assistance. Please contact Corrie Johnson, ADA Coordina- SUBJECT TO CURRENT TAXES SHARON ROBERTSON, CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT tor, 250 NW Country Club Drive, Suite 217, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986, Okeechobee County, Florida SHARON ROBERTSON, CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT (772) 807-4370 at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or SHARON ROBERTSON, CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT Okeechobee County, Florida immediately upon receiving this notifi cation if the time before the scheduled /s/ Robin R. Parrish Okeechobee County, Florida appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. Deputy Clerk /s/ Robin R. Parrish /s/ Robin R. 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BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY Contact a member of our Sales Team, for an opportunity to place your ad in the best business directory in town email:[email protected] or call 863-763-3134 March 9, 2012 Okeechobee News 19 McTeacher Night for Yearling Middle School a success By Cathie Carpenter They are able to get one signature from each was collected in the drive thru by Mrs. Char- usual. Mrs. Jennings welcomed the excited YMS Guidance Counselor teacher they saw working the event. Positive lton. Mrs. Mendez had her fi rst experience in customers along with Mr. King and Mrs. the drive thru, fi lling orders for customers. Yearling Middle School had another suc- signatures are a component of the Positive Markham. Mr. Claypool joined us during Another fi rst timer was Mrs. Hardy who ex- cessful McTeacher Night on Tuesday, March Behavior System used by Yearling to pro- the second hour and helped out anywhere perienced the fast-paced experience of fi lling 8. The proceeds received from the fi rst two mote positive behavior. Students collect sig- we needed him. Motorists were once again natures and redeem them for prizes or the orders. Ms. Varson added her special touch entertained and greeted by Yearling’s Bull nights were added to the PTO account and to the shakes and ice cream cones. Mrs. S. PTO approved the purchase of two micro- opportunity to attend Mega Events or to be mascot. Yearling Middle School would like an administrator for a day. Bandi slipped in between tutoring and the to extend a big “Thank You” to McDonald’s waves. McDonald’s donates 15 percent of PTO meeting to lend a helping hand. Mrs. the overall sales total for each hour an orga- Ms. Starr, the “Frappe Queen,” retained employees and management for providing her throne for the third time, arriving early to Letcher, Mrs. McGee, Mrs. Mitchum and Mrs. nization spends working. The total amount Gibbs (Cauffi eld) kept the lobby spotless as us an opportunity to work together for our earned from the March 8, event is not guarantee the position. This time, however, children. known at this time but should be the largest Ms. Starr was joined by Mrs. Pritchard. Mrs. yet. YMS students who participated were giv- Pearce performed multiple tasks working the en a card to redeem for positive signatures. front counter and drive up window. Money
Special to the Okeechobee News/CES Book Fair The Okeechobee County School Media Specialists are preparing for their fi rst ever Community Book Fair, to be held during the Speckled Perch Festi- val. Left to right: Lynn Greeson, Seminole Elementary; Jenny Ward, North El- ementary; Jean Zorich, Freshman Campus; Chris Fuller, Everglades Elemen- tary; Alicia Perviss, South Elementary; Larenda Tomlinson, Osceola Middle School and Ronda Watt, Central Elementary. There will be books for all ages, toddler through adult. The Book Fair will be held on Saturday, March 10 and Special to the Okeechobee News/YMS Sunday, March 11, in Flagler Park. There will be drawings for free books! A few of the McTeacher Crew included: Mrs. Hardy, Mrs. Pearce, Ms. Varson, The proceeds will benefi t the Okeechobee County Public Schools Media and Ms. Farrell. Centers. Look for the Book Fair tent in the park! Sports News in Brief By Charles M. Murphy Danyelle Sheffi eld added two hits for the they pounded Okeechobee 9-3 in a District Ramirez defeated Morgan Miller 7-6 and 6-2. Okeechobee News Lady Brahmans who remained unbeaten in 12-7A game March 2 in Stuart. Starting pitch- Walker defeated Dan Bicksler 3-6, 6-1 and district play. er Josh Thorne struck out fi ve batters in fi ve • The rain showers didn’t stop the Brah- 11-9. Jonassaint dominated Bret Munson • St. Cloud exploded for four rallies of at strong innings to get the win. Matt Reardon man tennis teams from a big win at Sebas- 6-1 and 6-0. Chaudhary won a marathon least three runs as they beat the Okeechobee had three hits and Danny Hudzina hit a two- match with Ethan Conrad 6-3, 2-6, and 11-9. tian River on Wednesday. The boys team shut Brahmans 13-3 in high school baseball ac- run homerun for the Tigers. Mark Savarese out the Sharks 5-0. The girls team defeated tion Tuesday night in Osceola County. Jesse also went deep in the game and Jeremy Okeechobee split the doubles matches as Sebastian 7-0. Rain prevented the boys from Stebbins blasted a two-run homerun in the Vasquez had two hits for the hard hitting Ti- the team of Ramirez and Root lost 9-7 to playing doubles. In singles matches Otto fi rst inning for the Brahmans, (4-3). Christian gers. The Brahmans kept it close for awhile as Miller and Munson. Walker and Jonassaint Ramirez defeated Eugene Wolf 8-1. Bren- Crews made the lead hold up as he pitched they scored two runs in the top of the fourth defeated Bicksler and Jonah Ghazal 8-1. don Jonassaint defeated Kyler Ziehmn 8-1. two shutout innings for Okeechobee before to close the gap to 3-2. A throwing error at Colt Root lost his singles match in a tough Lucas Penido defeated Edgar Penaloza 8-1. the Bulldogs rallied. St. Cloud scored three the plate helped the Brahman rally. Dalton battle with Vlad Vorona 4-6, 6-1, and 10-5 in Colt Root defeated Christopher Touros 8-0. times in the third, four runs in the fourth, Murray had two hits, while Justin Morgan, Cody Walker defeated Yong Ru 9-7. For the a third set tiebreak. The girls team won their three times in the fi fth and four more runs in Billy Childers and Tyler Finney added base two doubles matches but lost four of their girls Samantha Rivero shut out Kelsey Wells the sixth to win by the 10-run rule. A passed hits for Okeechobee. Brahman Coach Jeff fi ve singles matches. In the #1 seed match 8-0. Jenna Rath defeated Brittany Moesch ball allowed the fi nal run to score. Brahman Blackstone said his team had more oppor- 8-0. Vanessa Watt defeated Melissa Marsiglia Coach Jeff Blackstone said his team strug- tunities to score but couldn’t cash in with Okeechobee’s Sam Rivero defeated Katie 8-1. Jessica Luna defeated Vanessa Dreher gled on defense and allowed a number of clutch hits, “We left some runners in scoring Tobin 6-0 and 6-2. Lauren Maunus defeated 8-0. Alley Lopez defeated Caleigh Kreige unearned runs in the game. Crews pitched position tonight and we left a couple of guys Jenna Rath 6-1 and 6-3. Natalie Gazzaneo 8-3. In doubles play Watt and Rath defeated four solid innings. Noah Wilcox, David on base. Martin County was a strong team defeated Vanessa Watt 6-1 and 6-1. Courtney Moesch and Wells 8-1 and Kayla Orr and Coleman and Brian Stokes pitched out of and the best team we’ve played during the Spillman outlasted Jessica Luna 7-6 and 6-4. Luna defeated Ali Simpson and Angela Kru- the bullpen. Billy Childers and Will Jackson regular season so far.” Okeechobee hosts Vishal Lakshmanah defeated Alley Lopez pa 8-1. The tennis teams return home next added base hits for Okeechobee. Blackstone Sebastian River on Friday night at 7 p.m. 6-1, 6-4, and 12-10 in a third set tiebreak. The Tuesday to host Clewiston at the Okeecho- said although there weren’t a lot of positives • The Okeechobee High School boys team of Rivero and Watt defeated Tobin and bee Sports Complex at 3:30 p.m. Samantha in this game, the team struggled to make tennis team defeated South Fork while the Harrell continued her strong campaign with plays as St. Cloud played small ball, with girls lost a close match when the Brahmans Gazzaneo 8-3 and the #2 doubles team of 11 strikeouts as the Lady Brahmans defeated bunt plays and stolen bases. “We are trying tangled with the Bulldogs March 2 in Mar- Rath and Luna from Okeechobee defeated Martin County 3-2 in a District 12-7A game to improve defensively and we have to get tin County. The boys prevailed 5-2 behind Maunus and Mirgand Zahn 8-4. In a sixth on Tuesday night in Stuart. Harrell helped better there to be successful,” he added. singles wins by Otto Ramirez, Cody Walker, unoffi cial singles match Hailey Ingeman de- her own cause with two hits at the plate. • Martin County remained unbeaten as Brendon Jonassaint and Irfan Chaudhary. feated Kayla Orr of Okeechobee 8-1. 220 Serving the communitiesOkeechobee south News of Lake Okeechobee MarchMay 27, 9, 20102012 Selection of New & Pre-Owned Fords
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Courtesy photo/Bobby Blish Okeechobee Mudfest attracts thousands of mudding enthusiasts from all over the United States for weekend of fun. The sport of ‘mudding’ growing in popularity or those who like to play in the ging fans and testing their vehicles and call 863-763-0569 or see their web site at 270-acre Sales Ranch in Okeechobee has mud, and those who like a race with driving skills in a mud pit. Some local www.l-cross.com. hosted Mudfest weekends twice a year – Fa real challenge, the growing sport mudding venues, such as Devil’s Garden in February and August. The most recent of mud bogging may be just the ticket. in Hendry County and L-Cross in Glades Okeechobee Mudfest Mudfest was Feb. 17-19, 2012. Participants Mud bogging, also known as mud racing County, are open year round. Others, or mudding, includes races for those who Okeechobee Mudfest attracts thou- can camp onsite or stay in the comfort of such as the Mudfest in Okeechobee are compete professionally and events that are sands of mudding enthusiasts from all a local motel. For more information on- limited to a few days a year. just for fun. over the country for a weekend of fun line, go to http://www.facebook.com/ Mudding is an off -road motorsport L-Cross Extreme Events in the mud. For the past few years, the TheMudFest. popular in Canada and the United States. L-Cross Motocross is a 1,200 acre mo- The goal is to drive a vehicle through a th pit of mud of a set length. Winners are tocross riding area in the middle of a 44 Annual Speckled Perch Festival 13,000 acre family owned beef cattle ranch determined by the distance traveled th through the pit before getting stuck. in Glades County, on the northern shore Saturday, March 10 9-4 If several vehicles are able to travel the of Lake Okeechobee. The site chosen for th entire length, winner is determined by the motocross track, hair scrambles and and Sunday, March 11 9-4 a timer. The motor sport is overseen by peewee motocross track includes shady sanctioning bodies such as the American trees and swimming holes. The annual festival celebrates the À shing industry in Okeechobee Mud Racing Association and the Nation- L-Cross Extreme Events also off ers promises your favorite fried catÀ sh and a heap of delicious fried al Mud Racing Organization. mudding, 10 miles of hare scramble mo- goodies including Mudding races can include vehicles tocross trails, pee wee motocross track, ranging from three-wheeled All Ter- 25 mile nature trail ride, and motocross Barbecue, Swamp Cabbage, Fried Pumpkin Bread, Fried Green Tomatoes, rain Vehicles (ATVs) to giant “monster” bike wash station. The motocross track Fritters, Ox Tail or Jerk Chicken trucks. and trails are open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. most Parade starts at The National Mud Racing Organiza- weekends. An Annual Motocross Mem- 11:00 am Top it all off with: tion (NMRO) is the sanctioning body for bership Card is required to ride the mx Saturday Ice Cream , Strawberry Shortcake straight-line mud drag racing and 4x4 track and trails. or Funnel Cakes. stock and modifi ed Tough Truck racing. Florida Motocross Tracks L-Cross Competitors compete for a purse and a MX has multiple motocross riding ar- For the Kids: season-series points championship. This eas including a motocross track and Gem mining, face painting, plaster art And special projects with staff of is a membership organization made up vast woods areas and scenic mx trails. L- Home Depot of over 400 racers and growing. For more Cross Motocross also off ers areas to ride information online, go to http://www. all kinds of off -road vehicles including nmro.net. motocross bikes, ATVs, dirtbikes, quads, OVER 100 BOOTHS The American Mud Racing Associa- or even jeeps, and buggys. River trader will be on-site as well as Guy Harvey and Cracker Life tion (AMRA) represents the modern ex- L-Cross hosts various events through- items, Seminole Arts and Crafts, hand crafted jewelry, a Book Fair by treme automotive sport of Mud Racing. out the year, including Fall Fest, a New the Okeechobee County Media Specialists and many more! Even though the organization is still Years Party and many more. These events in the expansion stages of its youth, its feature live music, lots of food vendors, board members and racers have exten- camping and mudding. Some events Don’t Miss sive experience in this sport. For more are “adults only.” No hookups are avail- The Dancing turtle, Chain saw Carving Demonstrations or live animal information online, go to http://www. able for camping but you can bring your exhibits by Animal Adventures. iracemud.com. own generator. Camp fi res are allowed as In South Florida, most “mudders” do long as there is no fi re ban at the time. L- Performances by: not race professionally. They just enjoy Cross is located at 27531 E State Road 78, The Chobee Steelers and Xplosion! and other Local Talent getting together with other mud bog- in Glades County. For more information, March2 9, 2012 Serving the communitiesOkeechobee south News of Lake Okeechobee May 27, 20105 Devils Garden Mud Club is made for family fun Some call it just good ole’ clean and ATV side-by-side races and lawn tractor dirty fun, but Devils Garden Mud Club pulls. wants the focus of its business to be fam- Aside from the racing, DGMC has ily fun. camping areas, beach areas, mud holes, Devils Garden Mud Club fi rst opened ATV trails and a new Jeep obstacle course. Memorial Day 2011, but work to get the There are also various vehicle wash off park open began two and half years ear- locations. After dark, folks are invited to lier. Owners Doug and Cathy Zipperer visit the lit mudhole and the bonfi re too. and their employees worked extensively DGMC also has a special family camping with Hendry County offi cials and South area. Florida Water Management to get prop- “Our main goal is family and we know er permitting. Now Devils Garden holds it’ll pay for itself in the long run,” said regular events tied to holidays and local Ms. Oates. “We’ve got a little bit of ev- festivals. erything and lots of space to spread out “We wanted to be sure it was done in which makes it fun for everyone.” right from the very beginning,” said Don- The park also holds regular concerts na Metz-Oates, marketing director. “The as it has a concert stage on site and brings focus is always family and safety here. various food and other vendors in during Safety is important, so it took us longer events. to be diff erent. And that’s why many like Coming events for Devils Garden are to come here.” March Mud Madness, March 16-18, and Enthusiasm for the park is growing Spring Break Mudfest April 20-22. Spe- with word spreading about what many cial live entertainment and special race are calling the largest mud park in South events are being planned for both. Florida. Over 12,000 acres large, Dev- For full info on Devils Garden Mud ils Garden Mud Club is 20 miles south Club and all of its interests and accom- Staff photo of Clewiston on County Road 835. The modations, please visit DevilsGarden- Airboats race at Devils Garden Mud Club. The park is more park is an offi cial NARA Airboat racing MudClub.com or fi nd them on Face- than 12,000 acres and includes an offi cial NARA Airboat Racing location and also has truck races, and book. track. It’s A Family A-Fair MIDWAY PROMOTIONAL SCHEDULE Tue March 13th - Sun March 18th Tuesday - March 13th 2012 Fair Opens 5 PM Armbands $20 Good All Night Tuesday $1 Night with Fireworks ($1 Rides, $1 Admission, & $1 Select Food Items ALL Night) Wednesday - March 14th March 13th Fair Opens 5 PM Armbands $25 Good All Night Fair Opens 5 PM Dairy Show - 5 PM Fireworks Show - 7:30 PM Thurs - March 15th Wednesday Student Night - $2 Gate Admission for Students Fair Opens 5 PM Armbands $25 Good All Night March 14th Swine Showmanship - 5 PM Okeechobee Idol Prelims Contest - 7 PM Friday - March 16th Fair Opens 5 PM - Sign up at the entertainment tent the day of the event. Fair Opens 5 PM Armbands $25 Good All Night Food Drive Night Thursday (Bring 3 cans of food - $2 Gate Admission) Saturday - March 17th March 15th Swine Show - 5 PM Fair Opens 12 Noon Armbands $25 Good All Day Fair Opens 5 PM Talent Show- 7 PM -Sign up at the entertainment tent the day of the event. Sunday - March 18th Fair Opens 12 Noon Armbands $25 Good All Day TGIF Night $5 Gate Admission Friday Steer Show - 3 PM March 16th Beef Breeding Show - 1 Hour After Steer Show Ends Fair Opens 5 PM Equine Exhibitions - 5 PM Our Sponsors Jackpot Barrel Races - 6:30 PM Okeechobee Idol Finals - 7 PM CHEVROLET Heroes / Livestock Sale Day Your Home Town Dealer Since 1933 $5 Gate Admission Armbands $25 - Good All Day Saturday Beef Fitting & Grooming Show - 9 AM Horse Exhibitions - 10:30 AM March 17th PLANTATION Fair Opens 12 Noon 1-D, 2-D, 3-D, & 4-D Barrel Racing - 1 PM Youth Livestock Sale – 2 PM (Sale Order: Dairy, Steers, Beef Breeding, Swine, Lambs, Goats) Jackie Steil Concert - 3 PM & 6 PM Heroes (Cops vs Firemen) Competition - 7 PM Dr. Tim Ioannides Sunday Family Day at the Races March 18th $5 Gate Admission Fair Opens 12 Noon (1 Free Child Admission Per Paying Adult) Daily Entertainment J.W. Sod, Inc
Lucky Bob Extreme Jugling & Magic - Time Posted DJ Ken Keller of WOKC – DJ at Large Exotic Animal Show - Times posted Pig Talent Show as featured on Jay Leno - Times posted “Motors at the Midway” Displays Each Day Staff photo Monster Truck Rides (additional fee applies) If a vehicle gets stuck, others are willing to help pull it out of Dates, times, & prices subject to change without notice. DiscountTickets Available Each day the mud. www.okeechobeecountyfair.com www.okeechobeecountyfair.com 26 GoingServing Out: Athe Guide communities to Area south Entertainment of Lake Okeechobee & Attractions MayMarch 27, 20102012 Florida State Parks plan special programs and events Florida State Parks off er a wide variety FAMILY ART IN NATURE PROGRAM BLUEGRASS MUSIC - MACARTHUR UNDER MOONLIGHT - of programs and activities. Some of the John D. MacArthur Beach State Park UNTOLD RICHES KILLBILLIES programs off ered this month include the Date: March 11, 2 - 4 p.m. John D. MacArthur Beach State Park John D. MacArthur Beach State Park following. Join us for a workshop designed for the Date: March 18, 1-4 p.m. Date: April 7, 7 - 9 p.m. (Doors open ART IN NATURE: WHIMSICAL whole family. Design and create some- Nathan Rich and the “Untold Riches” at 6 p.m.) LANDSCAPE PAINTING thing beautiful out of the unexpected. bring their foot-stompin’ and hand-clap- This month’s musical entertainment INSTRUCTION Child and parent will create something pin’ bluegrass music to the park’s amphi- is Killbillies, playing Irish and folk music. John D. MacArthur Beach State Park special using a variety of materials. Res- theater. Just sit back and enjoy the music Come on out and bring the whole family! Date: March 8, 10 a.m. ervations required. Please call Janice in Palm Beach County’s most beautiful No reservations required and children This course will teach you basic com- Kerber at (561) 776-7221, ext. 104 for res- setting. For more information, please under age 10 are free. Admission $5 per position, while learning painting tech- ervations. call the Ranger Station at 561-624-6950. person. For more information, please nique with a touch of whimsy. The cost Fees: $35 - Members of Friends of Fees: Free with park admission 561-624-6950. for the program is $30 for members of MacArthur Beach/$40 - Non-members the “Friends of MacArthur Beach” and See PARKS — Page 7 $35 for non-members. Reservations re- F.U.N. PROGRAM: “TURTLE quired. Please call Janice Kerber, 561- HURDLES” 776-7221, ext. 104 for reservations and a John D. MacArthur Beach State Park materials list. Date: March 17, 9 - 10 a.m.ww Fees: $30 - Members of Friends of Children and families are invited to MacArthur Beach/$35 - Non-members learn about the sea turtles that visit the Directions: John D. MacArthur Beach park. There will be various activities and State Park is located 2.8 miles south of games for the children. This program is the intersection of U.S.1 and PGA Blvd. free with park admission. Reservations on A1A in North Palm Beach. required. Please call Janice Kerber, (561) 776-7221, ext. 104. Fees: Free with park admission.
NATURAL FLORIDA GUIDED WALK AND VOLUNTEER PROJECT Jonathan Dickinson State Park, Kim- bell Education Center Date: March 17, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Join Florida State Parks AmeriCorps Members for a guided walk through some of the park’s pristine natural com- Courtesy photo munities and learn about the importance John D. MacArthur Beach State of plant and wildlife interactions and the Park role of fi re in Florida. Bring a sack lunch and take a break, then help make dif- “THE PREHISTORY OF THE PARK: ference! The remainder of the program SUN, SURF AND QUESTIONS?” will involve exotic plant education and John D. MacArthur Beach State Park eradication. The program is designed for Date: March 10, 11 a.m. - Noon adults and families with children ages 6 Come listen to Dr. Christian Dav- and up - participants do not have to take enport talk about the prehistory of the part in both portions of the program. park, its inhabitants and the surround- Registration is suggested - for more ing area. The program cost $15 per person information contact the Kimbell Center, or $10 per person if you are a member of 561-745-5551, or email alexandra.onisko@ the “Friends of MacArthur Beach State dep.state.fl .us. Park.” Reservations required. Please call Fees: Free park admission for event Janice Kerber at 561-776-7221, ext. 104 for participants. reservations. Directions: To Jonathan Dickinson Fees: $10 - Members of the Friendsof State Park from the south: On I-95 - take MacArthur Beach/$15 - Non-members Exit 87A - go east on Indiantown Road to US 1. Turn left (north) on US 1. Jonathan BLUEGRASS MUSIC - CONCH STOMP Dickinson is 5 miles on your left. BAND To Jonathan Dickinson State Park John D. MacArthur Beach State Park from the north: On I-95 - take Exit 96 - Date: March 11, 2 - 4 p.m. go east on Bridge Road to US 1. Turn right Come listen to the Conch Stomp Band (south) on US 1. Jonathan Dickinson is 3 play a variety of bluegrass songs. Fun for miles on your right. all ages. This program is free with park admission. For more information, please call the Ranger Station at (561) 624- 6950. Fees: Free with park admission ($5 per vehicle for 2-8 persons; $4 for single oc- cupant vehicle; $2 for pedestrians, bicy- Courtesy photo clists, and extra passengers.) Jonathan Dickinson State Park March2 2012 GoingServing Out: Athe Guide communities to Area south Entertainment of Lake Okeechobee & Attractions May 27, 20107
NATURESCAPING 2012 - onstration gardens, live animal show, son (accompanied children 12 & under PARKS A GREEN CELEBRATION guest speakers, artwork for sale, walk admitted free of charge.) Park entrance Continued From Page 6 Park: John D. MacArthur Beach State thru butterfl y aviary, children’s crafts, fee of $6 per car is waived after 6 p.m. on Park local environmental organizations, a concert nights. 4TH ANNUAL KID’S FISHING CLINIC Date: April 14, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. raffl e, photography contest, live music Call 863-386-6094 for more informa- Fort Pierce Inlet State Park Park entrance is FREE to the public for and food! The park’s newly remodeled tion. Date: March 24, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. our annual NatureScaping Event. Join the Nature Center will have it’s grand open- Directions: Highlands Hammock On Saturday March 24, Fort Pierce group for a free educational day of fam- ing, featuring artwork for sale by wildlife State Park is located off US 27 on SR 634 Inlet State Park will be hosting the 4th ily fun, with native plant vendors, dem- artist Guy Harvey. For more information, (also known as Hammock Road), four Annual Kid’s Fishing Clinic. Every par- please call (561) 624-6970. miles west of Sebring. ticipant will learn about the Indian River Fees: Free park admission. Lagoon and practice fi shing skills such as casting and knot tying. Children ages BLUEGRASS MUSIC - 6-14, who complete the fi ve stations, will CONCH STOMP BAND receive a prize. Only 50 spaces are avail- John D. MacArthur Beach State Park able and pre-registration is required, so Date: April 8, 2- 4 p.m. sign up early to reserve your spot! Reg- Come listen to the Conch Stomp Band ister by calling 772-468-3985. A waiting play a variety of bluegrass songs. Fun for list will be started after 50 kids have been all ages. This program is free with park signed up. admission. For more information, please Fees: Registration is required. call the Ranger Station at 561-624-6950. Directions: Fort Pierce Inlet State Park Fees: Free with park admission is located four miles east of Fort Pierce, via North Causeway. MUSIC IN THE PARK FALL/WINTER CONCERTS Highlands Hammock State Park Date: April 21, 7-9 p.m. Enjoy an evening outdoor concert featuring Back Porch Revival’s Old Time String Band in the park’s picnic area. Pic- nic baskets/coolers are welcome. Bring lawn chairs or blankets, fl ashlight and bug spray. All ticket proceeds benefi t Courtesy photo Courtesy photo Courtesy photo park improvements via the Friends of John D. MacArthur Beach State Highlands Hammock State Fort Pierce Inlet State Park Highlands Hammock. Park Park Fees: Concert admission is $5 per per- 28 GoingServing Out: Athe Guide communities to Area south Entertainment of Lake Okeechobee & Attractions MayMarch 27, 20102012 Area festivals and special events this month... Okeechobee County Fair 24, through Sunday, March 25. Festival opens at 10 a.m. and the weigh-in is at OKEECHOBEE—The Okeechobee 3 p.m. each day. The festival will have County Fair will be held March 13-18, at educational activities, entertainment, the Agri-Civic Center Fairgrounds, with Florida storytellers, historical displays, the entrance off State Road 710. The fair outdoor sports demonstrations and a includes a carnival midway, livestock barbecue competition. shows, cooking competitions, fruit and vegetable competitions, sewing and arts and crafts competitions. There is L.O.S.T. Ride for cyclists even a Lego building competition. The and hikers Okeechobee 4-H and FFA Livestock OKEECHOBEE—Anyone interested in Show will be the week of March 12-17, cycling or walking is invited to ninth an- with the livestock sale on Saturday, nual L.O.S.T. Ride on March 31, starting at 8 March 17. Fairgrounds opens at 5 p.m. a.m. The L.O.S.T. (Lake Okeechobee Scenic Monday-Friday, and at noon on Saturday Trail) is a great trek for people of all ages, and Sunday. Entertainment will include skills and abilities. With rides of 12, 20, 40 the Kandu Magic Show, pig races, a pet- and 54 miles as well as a 5K walk there is something for everyone. The L.O.S.T. trail ting zoo, performances by Okeechobee itself is world-renowned for its stunning vis- Steelers, horse shows, a monster truck tas and numerous forms of wildlife. It has show, Okeechobee Idol Talent Show and become a world-wide destination for bird- performances by Crossbone Band. watching and world class fi shing. This great fundraising event promises to be fun for all. All entrants are provided a goody-bag with Waterfest F.U.N. Festival a commemorative t-shirt and much more. Courtesy photo/Sandra Pearce OKEECHOBEE—The Okeechobee Also, there is a BBQ meal provided after- The Okeechobee Cattlemen’s Rodeo is set for Saturday, March County Tourist Development Council, wards for all entrants as well as a 50/50 and 10 and Sunday, March 11 at the Okeechobee Agri-Civic Center. the Bassmasters Elite Series and the “O.L. a raffl e with a of ton of great prizes. All pro- The rodeo starts at 2 p.m. each day. Raulerson, Jr.” BBQ Contest have joined ceeds benefi t the charities of the Rotary Club to create the “Waterfest F.U.N. Festival.” of Okeechobee. For more information visit Okeechobee Spring Rodeo Speckled Perch Festival This event is to be held at the Scott Driv- www.okeechobeerotary.org or call 928-4- OKEECHOBEE—The Okeechobee OKEECHOBEE—The Speckled Perch er Pavilion, located at 10101 State Road ROTARY. Cattlemen’s Spring Rodeo will be held Festival, sponsored by Okeechobee Main 78 West Okeechobee, Saturday, March See EVENTS — Page 9 March 10 and 11 at the Okeechobee Street, will be held in Flagler Park in County Agri-Civic Center at 2 p.m. each downtown Okeechobee on the weekend day. This is a PRCA sanctioned rodeo and of March 10 and 11, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. attracts top rodeo cowboys from all over The Speckled Perch Festival Parade will the United States. The public entrance to be on Saturday at 11 a.m. the Okeechobee Agri-Civic Center is off The festival began many years ago as State Road 710. a fi sh-fry fundraiser for the Okeechobee Chamber of Commerce. When the origi- Sugarland Tours nal chamber folded, Okeechobee Main CLEWISTON—Take a ride on 24-pas- Street took over the event. senger Sugarland Express (or bring a larger Over the years, the festival has grown OPEN TO THE PUBLIC group on your own bus) for an exciting and informative 4-1/2 hour heritage and and changed, adding arts and crafts ven- We offer sporting clays, agricultural tour. Step back in time with an dors, games for children and entertain- hunting, lodging and interesting historical orientation of Clewis- ment. Due to state health laws, speckled ton and Lake Okeechobee. You’ll get an up- perch—which is a game fi sh and not space for parties, close look at a sugarcane farm to chop and commercially harvested—cannot be weddings and company chew some sugar cane and view the latest served at public events. So a catfi sh din- in farming techniques. You will journey to ner served at the Speckle Perch Festival. gatherings. the Clewiston sugar mill & refi nery and cit- rus juice plant—both state-of-the-art facili- Local talent including the Chobee Steel- ties. Also enjoy the tour’s newest addition, ers and Xplosion will perform. For more Gift certificates a tour of the renovated Clewiston Museum. information, call 863-357-6246 or go Please note that any portions of the tour that online to www.mainstreetokeechobee. available. include a visit to ongoing operations may com. not always be available due to schedule confl icts, maintenance downtime or poor Great family weather. For more information, call 877 693- Clewiston Museum speaker 4372 or 863 983-7979. CLEWISTON—The Clewiston Muse- getaway! um Speaker Series continues on Thurs- Miss Latina of the Glades day, March 8, with Chris Davenport, Palm Beach County Archeologist, as he Pageant presents “The Belle Glade Culture–the For more information, contact us at: CLEWISTON—The Miss Latina of the Middle Man.” He has done extensive Glades Pageant will be held March 17, at research on the early native Americans (863) 763-2529 7:30 p.m. in the John Boy Auditorium in who once inhabited the Lake Okeecho- Clewiston. For more information, call bee region. For more information, or to 863-234-0232. EBSITE reserve your seat, call 863-983-2870. W : WWW.QUAILCREEKPLANTATION.COM March2 2012 GoingServing Out: Athe Guide communities to Area south Entertainment of Lake Okeechobee & Attractions May 27, 20109
EVENTS Motorcycle rally and rod • 30TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON • show in Indiantown Continued From Page 8 INDIANTOWN—Join thousands of mo- torcycle and hot rod fans for one of the larg- Ride Around the Lake est single-day motorcycle events in south CLEWISTON—Sheriff Steve Widden and Florida—the Indiantown Motorcycle Rally Buy tickets online! his Community Policing Unit will host a mo- and Rod Show on Sunday, March 25, at www.dollyhand.org torcycle ride around the lake to raise money Timer Powers Park in Indiantown in Martin for the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches on County. Gates open at 10 a.m. and admission Saturday, March 24. Registration will be is $5 per person. Enjoy live music by Thun- available at Fort Myers Harley Davidson from der Road, a bike rally, hot rod show, great 9 to 10 a.m. and at Roland & Mary Ann Mar- food, beer, specialty vendors and more. Join tin’s Marina and Tiki Bar, 920 E. Del Monte Avenue in Clewiston from 9 to 11 a.m. The contestants that come from over 100 miles group will ride around Lake Okeechobee away to compete in the motorcycle games with designated stops, starting from Roland of skill for great prizes and trophies. Hosted & Mary Ann Martin’s Marina and returning to by the Indiantown/Western Martin County the marina where there will be a car show, a Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by 2011-2012 bike show, entertainment, door prizes, ven- the Indian Riders Group of Stuart and Band dors, food and refreshments. For more infor- of Brothers, a portion of the proceeds from mation, contact the Hendry County Sheriff’s the rally will benefi t the Indiantown Edu- Offi ce. cation Coalition. Call 772-597-2184 or visit www.indiantownchamber.org for more in- The Allan Harris formation. Quartet March 15 at 7:30pm 12 Hours of Sebring SEBRING—Sebring International Raceway will host the opening round of Palm Beach the 2012 FIA World Endurance Cham- State College pionship in conjunction with the 60th Music Department Anniversary of the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours March 22 at 7:30pm of Sebring Fueled by Fresh from Florida. America’s premier sports car endurance race runs on Saturday, March 17. Celtic Fire: Sebring will also open the 2012 Ameri- can Le Mans Series presented by Tequila Irish Music & Dance Patrón and mark the return of the FIA with Riverdance’s to the birthplace of its endurance racing Michael Londra heritage—Sebring hosted the fi rst FIA March 23 at 7:30pm World Championship race for sports cars in 1953. “Sebring’s 60th anniversary year will 30th Anniversary certainly be something special with the addition of the FIA World Endurance Celebration Championship,” stated Sebring Race- Buffalo Rome way President and General Manager Tres and Larry Gatlin Stephenson. “This brings to Sebring the April 17 at 7:00pm leading cars and drivers that compete in the legendary Le Mans 24 Hours race in addition to our stellar lineup of ALMS Missoula teams.” In 1953, a Cunningham Car built Children’s Theatre in West Palm Beach by Briggs Cun- ningham and driven by John Fitch and May 5 at Phil Walters won the Sebring 12 Hours. 11:00am & 7:00pm For the next 20 years, Sebring would be part of the FIA World Championship for sports cars. Street Beat, Inc. Audi, Peugeot, Toyota, Honda, Nissan May 11 at 7:00pm and Mazda are expected to be among the top prototype contenders, while Cor- vette, Ferrari, Porsche, BMW and Aston Martin will lead a large contingent of GT entries. Over 60 cars are expected to File photo start the race, including the radical new Seminole fry bread and pump- DeltaWing entry. kin bread are popular staples at Gates open at Sebring on Wednesday, south Florida festivals. Above, Find us on March 14. Tickets to the 60th Mobil 1 a Seminole lady demonstrates the traditional method of mak- Twelve Hours of Sebring Fueled by Fresh ing the bread during the Brigh- from Florida can be ordered online or by Box Office: 561-993-1160 ton Seminole Festival. calling 800-626-7223. 1977 College Drive | Belle Glade campus 210 GoingServing Out: Athe Guide communities to Area south Entertainment of Lake Okeechobee & Attractions MayMarch 27, 20102012 Plays, concerts, dancing and more ... The Diary of Anne Frank Buffalo Rome and Larry Gatlin OKEECHOBEE—The Okeechobee Com- BELLE GLADE—Blending a rootsy feel reminiscent of the 1970s west munity Theatre wraps up its 33rd season with a coast country rock scene with today’s modern country, Buff alo Rome brings play which won both a Pulitzer Prize for litera- a vinyl vibe to the digital age. Their stunning harmonies and expert musi- ture and a Tony Award for Best Play. “The Diary cianship have wowed audiences across the country. Their appeal is broad; of Anne Frank” is the true story of the attempt they have appeared with such diverse performers as Kenny Loggins and by two Jewish families to escape the Nazi tyr- Montgomery Gentry. Though they have been together only a short time, anny in occupied Amsterdam during World they have already been seen on Great American Country and featured in War II, based on entries in a diary begun by the pages of Country Weekly Magazine. With songs like Anne Frank when she was just 13. Besides the “Big Sky” and “Ocean In Montana,” they are truly put- obvious tension, the account also includes light-hearted moments, and the ting the “West” back in Country-Western music. They beginnings of young love. It is a gripping evening of theatre which is suit- will perform at the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center on able for all ages. Performances are scheduled for March 9 and 10 at 8 p.m. April 17 at 7 p.m., followed by Larry Gatlin. at the theatre on the Okeechobee Freshman Campus, S.W. Second Ave. There have been many great voices in country music at Seventh Street, one block west of Golden Corral Restaurant. Advance and one golden one: Larry Gatlin. His bell-like tones reserved seat tickets will be on sale beginning Monday, Feb. 13, at 111 N.E. and soul-stirring vibrato are works of art in themselves, Second Street in Okeechobee. For more information, call 863-763-1307. quite apart from the lyrics they illuminate. Of course, Gatlin is equally distinguished as a songwriter. Of the Hooray for Hollywood 42 songs he charted between 1973 and 1990, including LaBELLE—The Firehouse Community Theatre, 241 North Bridge Street 17 Top 10s and the Grammy-winning “Broken Lady,” he in LaBelle, will present “Hooray for Hollywood: a Musical Revue” on March single-handedly wrote every one, an achievement unmatched by any other 9, 10 and 11. Productions are Friday and Saturday nights at 7 p.m. and Sun- artist in popular music. His smash “All The Gold In California” stands as a day at 2 p.m. Patrons are asked to arrive approximately 30 minutes before country crossover classic. curtain time. Produced and directed by Nick Fidanza, the show will feature A 30th Anniversary Celebration will be held Tuesday, April 17. A recep- Firehouse Singers performing the legendary tunes of Hollywood. For tick- tion will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. with the performance starting at 7 ets or more information call 863-675-3066, email info@fi rehousecommu- p.m. nitytheatre.com or go online to www.fi rehouseculturalcenterl.com. The ticket offi ce is the southeastern corner of the building, 1977 College Drive, Belle Glade. For more information, call 561-993-1160. Celtic Fire: Irish Music and Dance with Riverdance’s Michael Londra See PERFORMING ARTS — Page 11 BELLE GLADE—Celtic Fire: Irish Mu- sic and Dance with Riverdance’s Michael Londra will perform on March 23 at 7:30 p.m. at the Dolly Hall Cultural Arts Cen- ter. Presented by international star and recording artist Michael Londra, Celtic Fire is a high-energy evening bathed in the traditional culture of Ireland. Fea- turing 100% live music, dance and song, the show is anchored in the customs and the ancient musical history of Erin. It is the perfect Celtic evening that sweeps audiences away to Ireland ... its traditions, its land, its pubs, its music and most of all, its heart. The ticket offi ce is the southeastern corner of the building, 1977 College Drive, Belle Glade. For more information, call 561-993-1160. A Blast from the Past FORT PIERCE—The Indian River State College Company sing- ers, jazz ensembles and jazz combo will present a mixture of clas- sical and pop music from the past 40 years, at the McAlpin Fine Arts Building, 3209 Virginia Ave., Fort Pierce, on March 8 at 8 p.m.; March 9, at 8 p.m,; and March 10 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. For ticket information, call 1-800-220-9915. PBSC music department concert BELLE GLADE—Palm Beach State College Music Department will present a concert on March 22, at 7:30 p.m. at the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center. This concert will feature performances of American Song Book tunes from the 1920s and 30s up through today’s contemporary jazz sounds by several jazz groups includ-
PERFORMING ARTS ing the Troubadours (vocal jazz) and jazz combos. The ticket offi ce is the southeast- ern corner of the building, 1977 College Drive, Belle Glade. For more information, call 561-993-1160. March2 2012 GoingServing Out: Athe Guide communities to Area south Entertainment of Lake Okeechobee & Attractions May 27, 201011 Allan Harris Quartet PERFORMING ARTS BELLE GLADE—The Allan Harris Quartet will perform at the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center on Continued From Page 10 March 15, at 7:30 p.m. Allan Harris is a world-class sing- A Nice Family Gathering er, guitarist and songwriter. Perhaps best known for FORT PIERCE—The Indian River State College Drama Department will present his interpretations of jazz standards, Allan’s smooth “A Nice Family Gathering” on April 5 at 8 p.m.; and April 6 at 8 p.m.; and April 7 vocals and guitar-styling easily crosses genres, from at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. at the McAlpin Fine Arts Theatre Building, 3209 Virginia Av- jazz to rock to blues. Three-time winner of the New enue, Fort Pierce. It is Thanksgiving Day and the Lundeen household’s fi rst family York Nightlife Award for “Outstanding Jazz Vocalist,” gathering since their Dad died. At the gathering, Dad comes back as a ghost with a Tony Bennett calls Mr. Harris “my favorite singer.” He mission—to tell his wife he loved her. The trouble begins when Mom invites a date is regularly featured at the world’s great music festivals, to dinner. For ticket information, call 1-800-220-9915. e.g. Jazz Aspen, Wien Jazz Festival in Austria and the Umbria Jazz Festival in Italy. Allan’s Harris’s artistry transcends his diverse vocal performances. Harris has Country Legends Band composed “Cross That River,” a full-scale musical cel- BELLE GLADE—On March 24, 2012 at 7 p.m., the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Cen- ebrating the Old West as told through the words and ter will be fi lled with the sounds of the greatest Country Music of all time! Patsy music of a black cowboy, and has received a prestigious Cline, Hank Williams Sr., Loretta Lynn, Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton and many more Chamber Music America Grant for that work. For ticket will receive a very special live tribute to their music and lives by The Country Leg- information call the theatre at 561-993-1160. ends Band. This fun-fi lled two hour show is much more than just great music; it also includes narration and image projections of all the original Country Music Legends. Jackie Steil to perform Finally, a show where it is okay, actually encouraged, for you to clap your hands, OKEECHOBEE—The Okeechobee County Fair will feature Jackie Steil on Saturday, March 17, at 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. in concert. Jackie Steil is 14 years old and a freshman at Vero stomp your feet and sing along … and you will know all the words! Bring your cam- Beach High School. She began playing guitar and writing songs in December of 2010 when eras and video recorders because we love to ham it up for you. her dad bought her fi rst guitar. Her fi rst public performance was her middle school talent The Country Legends Tribute has been show and she was a fi nalist in the 2011 Treasure Coast Texaco Country Show Down for her performing throughout Eastern Florida to original song “Dear Player.” packed performing arts centers and col- Throughout the year Jackie has played several fundraising venues and believes at this leges. It has been described as a Branson/ stage in her life it is important to give back to the community so all her performances are Nashville/Opry style show all rolled up donated. Jackie has had the opportunity to perform at Open Mics in Nashville at the famous into one … but, only better! Better, because Blue Bird Café, Margaretville’s and Tootsies Orchid Lounge. She also performed her original it is coming to you! song at the song writer’s rounds at the Indigo Room, the Commodore Club and Douglas’ All tickets are $25 and all seating is gen- Corner Café also in Nashville. Jackie will perform both covers and her original songs at the fair. The fairgrounds are at the Okeechobee Agri-Civic Center. The public entrance is off eral admissions. You may order tickets by State Road 710. visiting the website at www.countryleg- endsband.com.
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