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Salute to Sheriff submits $8.4 million budget the graduates Budget includes 4 percent inside! cost-of-living increase “They (the county commissioners) will vote on what they’re going to for sheriff’s employees do. The consensus is they are not running the jail.” — county administrator Robbie Chartier By Eric Kopp County spelling Okeechobee News bee .....Page 3 When Okeechobee County Sheriff Paul May Jail. That date marks the end of the current fi s- increase of $560,015 (6.80 percent) over the submitted his $8.8 million proposed budget for cal year. 2013-14 approved law enforcement budget of fi scal year 2014-15 something was noticeably Also not included in the budget offer is secu- $8,241,147 — which was bumped up when Rotary plans luau missing — the spending plan for the county rity for the Okeechobee County Judicial Com- commissioners agreed to give the sheriff an ad- jail. plex. ditional $500,000 in the 2013-14 plan...... Page 17 Because of constant budget battles between The sheriff’s proposed plan is for law en- Contained in the 2014-15 plan is an automat- him and the county, Sheriff May recently told forcement, administration and dispatchers ic increase of $187,664 due to a hike in Florida Barrel racing at commissioners that as of Sept. 30 of this year only. See SHERIFF — Page 5 Agri-Civic Center he will no longer run the Okeechobee County The proposed budget of $8,801,163 is an .....Page 2 Lake Levels Bonasera 12.45 feet Last Year: 13.36 feet accused of 6SRQVRUHG%\ trading pills 3RJH\·V)DPLO\5HVWDXUDQW 63DUURWW$YH  for photos Source: South Florida Water By Charles M. Murphy Management District. Depth given Okeechobee News in feet above sea level An administrative hearing to hear the accusa- tions against Everglades Elementary teacher Tom Bonasera is likely to be continued until July, ac- cording to Okeechobee School Superintendent Ken Kenworthy. Details about the investigation were revealed See page 4 for information about in a fi le that became public record Friday, May 30. how to contact this newspaper. Mr. Bonasera is accused of giving pills to a fe- male teacher, on campus, in exchange for nude Okeechobee News/Charles Murphy photos. This could be a violation of the school board’s alcohol and drug free workplace policy. OHS Purple & White Game The former president of the Okeechobee Okeechobee High School football players had a chance to show their skills in County Education Association has retained attor- the annual spring Purple & White game on May 30. Wyatt Bessenbacher (11 in ney Mark Wilensky to represent him. white) looks for room to run behind Nolyn Carpenter (58 in white) during Fri- day’s intrasquad scrimmage at Brahman Stadium. For the story, see page 20. See TEACHER — Page 5 2 Okeechobee News June 4, 2014 Chamber of Commerce News

• Have you considered starting a busi- ahead for Okeechobee; You will explore ness, but getting it started feels overwhelm- critical issues via a series of seminars and ing? Where do you start? How can you get related activities; You will interact with key started on the right path? We’ve assembled a decision-makers, local leaders and represen- team of area professionals to provide neces- tatives of local government to gain a better sary information for you to consider before understanding of the forces which impact starting a business. We’ll provide you infor- your community as a whole. The key to pre- mation on permits, insurance, accounting, serving and enhancing the quality of life is human resources, legal issues, web site and a well-informed citizen. If you are interested marketing. Join us on June 5 (Thursday) at in being considered for the class, you may 9 a.m. and determine if starting a business pick an application from the Chamber of is right for you. Okeechobee Chamber of Commerce or you may go to the Chamber’s Commerce, 55 S. Parrott Ave, Okeechobee, website (www.okeechobeebusiness.com) FL 34974. Please call Antoinette Rodriguez and select Leadership Okeechobee under or Mariah Parriott at 863-467-6246 to RSVP! Chamber Programs on the home page to • You’re invited to the 5th Annual State download the application. of the Region on June 20. Held at the Indian Contact: Mariah Parriott, Administration River State College S.T.E.M. Building “S” Au- 863-467-6246; info@okeechobeebusi- ditorium (500 N.W. California Blvd., Port St. Lucie, FL 34986). This informative morning ness.com will provide you with: an overview of tar- That will conclude the chamber events for this month; however, we encourage Special to the Okeechobee News/Jenny Pung geted industry, update you on the state of Florida, provide a successful expansion sto- you to check out our community calendar ry, and fi nish up with some closing remarks. at www.okeechobeebusiness.com for more Grad Nite party planned Check-in starts at 8:30 a.m. and you must events as they become available in the com- Grad Nite committee member Kelly Owens and Walmart assistant store man- pre-register and the cost is $10. munity and in the chamber. Please remem- ager Erin O’Neal shopped for some of the prizes graduates attending the annual • Leadership Okeechobee Class of 2015 ber to RSVP for each of the above events to Non-Alcohol Grad Nite Party will have an opportunity to win. Graduating seniors is now taking applications. The purpose of reserve your spot. If you are interested in who stay at the party all night will also have a chance to win the Seminole Tribe the Leadership Okeechobee Program is to SPONSORING any of the chamber events, of Florida Grand Prize of $1,500 cash! The Grad Nite Party is on Saturday, June cultivate leadership through education, ex- please contact Mariah at 863-467-6246 or 7, at the KOA. The doors open at 10 p.m. If you are interested in donating money, posure to the community, and interaction [email protected]. food, prizes or your time, call Tabitha Trent at CenterState Bank 863-763-5573. between class members. Our ultimate goal I look forward to seeing you at our is to prepare students for a personal journey events!! along the wonderful and rewarding path Executive Director to community service. The following are Antoinette Rodriguez Agri-Civic Center schedule for June our program objectives: To prepare future/ 863-467-6246 potential leaders to meet the challenges [email protected] The Okeechobee County Agri-Civic Cen- • Friday, June 27: Turnin’ N Burnin’ Sum- ter will host the following events in June: mer Buckle Series Jackpot Barrel Race. Ex- • Saturday, June 7: Okeechobee High Okeechobee Forecast hibition runs start at 5 p.m. Barrel race starts School Graduation at 7 p.m. Partly sunny, with a high near 93. East wind 5 • Friday, June 13: Turnin’ N Burnin’ Sum- at 7 p.m. A concession stand will be open. to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. mer Buckle Series Jackpot Barrel Race. Exhi- There is no charge for the public to attend. Thursday Night: A slight chance of bition runs start at 5 p.m. Barrel Race starts Unless an event is taking place, the showers before 11pm. Partly cloudy, with a at 7 p.m. A concession stand will be open. Okeechobee County Agri-Civic Center grounds low around 72. East southeast wind around There is no charge for the public to attend are open to area residents for exercise activi- 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. • Saturday, June 14: Turnin’ N Burnin’ Friday: A 30 percent chance of show- ties such as walking, running, and bike riding Today: Mostly sunny. High Jackpot Barrel Race & Speed Show. Exhibi- near 89. NW wind 5 to 10 mph ers and thunderstorms after noon. Mostly on a daily basis. The gate on State Road 70 is tion runs start at 9 a.m. Barrel Race starts at becoming east southeast in sunny, with a high near 92. South southeast 11 a.m. Speed Show follows the barrel race. open from 7 a.m. until dusk for residents to the morning. wind around 5 mph. A concession stand will be open. There is no access the roads and parking lots within the Tonight: Partly cloudy, Friday Night: A 20 percent chance of charge for the public to attend. facility. While the county encourages area res- with a low around 68. East southeast wind 5 showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, • Sunday, June 15: Kaza Productions idents to take advantage of the opportunity to to 10 mph. Light southeast after midnight. with a low around 71. Southeast wind Mexican Rodeo with Mexican music and around 5 mph. use the facility grounds for exercise, the staff food. Extended Forecast Saturday: A 40 percent chance of show- asked everyone to help keep the facility clean • Thursday, June 19: Recreational riding/ Thursday: A slight chance of showers, ers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a barrel practice. by not littering. with thunderstorms also possible after 1pm. high near 92. SSE wind around 5 mph. 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publix.com/coupons 4 Okeechobee News OPINION June 4, 2014 Public Forum/Speak Out Letters to the editor Speak Out has moved online, where Brahman football Buddy Poppies are a tradition Poppies are still assembled by disabled and it is quicker and easier to share your needy veterans in VA Hospitals and their sale • I went to the Purple and White games. On Monday, May 26, Okeechobee, and all partially supports the VFW National Home ideas and converse with others. Go to of America, celebrated Memorial Day. www.newszap.com, click on the com- The kids looked well coached and very ath- for orphans and widows of our nation’s vet- letic. Best of wishes for these boys in the up- If you happened by Publix, you saw two erans. munity name and your local or state gentlemen sitting at a table selling Buddy coming season. It was a nice crowd there Okeechobee thanks Don and Bill and Public Forum. There, you can create Poppies. World War II veterans Don South all the veterans of all our wars who gave of new topics or comment on existing as well—way to support our kids, Okeecho- and Bill Douglas are a reminder that to a vet- bee. themselves and continue to represent their topics. What follows is a sampling of eran, sacrifi ce and service never stop. country in their communities. Don, at 94, is the oldest Veteran at the some of the discussions currently tak- Stolen vehicle The minimal assessment (cost of Buddy ing place. Thanks for participating! Buckhead Ridge VFW Post 9528 and one of Poppies) to VFW units provides compen- • Theft is a crime and there is no excuse its founders. In 1942 he enlisted in the Army sation to the veterans who assemble the Courthouse security for it, but people really should not leave their at age 21 and served in the Mid-Eastern the- poppies, provides fi nancial assistance in atre in Iran, North Africa, France and Ger- • Over these past few years I’ve watched keys in their vehicles. The cops are busy maintaining state and national veterans’ re- enough without having to deal with cars many in the Transportation Corps, moving habilitation and service programs The VFW and listened closely to the budget meetings supplies through Iran to our Russian allies. between the sheriff and the BOCC. And if and trucks stolen because the owner left it conducted its fi rst poppy distribution before Bill Douglas, now 87, enlisted in the Navy Memorial Day in 1922, becoming the fi rst I’m wrong, I’m wrong ... but I have conclud- unlocked with the keys in the vehicle. Lock on his 17th birthday in January 1944. He was your cars and trucks and take the keys with veterans’ organization to organize a nation- ed the sheriff has been unjustifi ably fettered moved through several points of training as wide distribution. by a few on that board. Pertaining to the re- you. How hard is that? needs kept changing. He moved from Radio Raye Deusinger cent budget dispute - I totally support Sheriff Gunner to training in code, then to Medic. May’s choices and decisions. County jail He took part in the formation of a new unit • The sheriff’s budget approved by the • It appears the sheriff’s intentions are which eventually became known as MASH, Help appreciated county was a total number, not divided up still to proceed with his plans of having the the Mobile Army Surgical Hospital. Shipped The Santiago Family would like to thank into courthouse, jail and law enforcement. to California’s Camp Pendleton, he next the Glades County Sheriff’s Department and county provide court security and manage- served on Saipan during the invasion of Iwo Maybe if the sheriff presented a line item ment of the jail. Is there a possibility that the Emergency Unit for their outstanding budget showing exactly how the money is Jima and eventually served occupational support and service, on May 21. Without since the BOCC insisted that the sheriff run allocated, it would have made a difference. duty in Japan. He is currently the chaplain at their quick response and professionalism But at this late date, it looks like the sheriff the operations on their $13.1 million dollar the Buckhead Ridge VFW, Post 9528. the Santiago family could not have gotten will only present a budget for this year’s law budget they dictated, maybe he’s thinking The poppies they sold were fi rst distrib- through this diffi cult time. Once again Thank enforcement and the jail and courthouse se- that using their reasoning they forced on uted in 1922 and soon became the offi cial You for your service. curity are the county’s problem. him, the jail is adequately staffed and funded memorial fl ower of the Veterans of Foreign The Santiago Family • It didn’t matter what dollar number the at this time and he’s reluctant to hire more Wars of the United States. Today VFW Buddy sheriff submitted in this year’s 2013/2014 correctional staff in fear of the BOCC laying budget. If it wasn’t the $13.1 million, it was these individuals off when they assume con- not going to be approved. The BOCC and trol of the jail? Interesting line of thought if staff had a number that they weren’t going it’s true. I guess all we can do is sit back and over and they didn’t care what the sheriff see how this works its way out before the submitted, unless if was that dollar amount Sept. 30 deadline. or lower! They just knew he wouldn’t follow through with his “threats” of the previous Bicycle safety two years. But they backed him into a situ- • I see a lot of people out riding bicycles ation of money versus safety and he fi nally decided to let them run the departments lately, which is good because they are get- on a bottom line number. Starting on Oct. ting exercise and saving fuel. But it can also 1, 2014, we’ll see if they are as confi dent in be dangerous because some of them don’t their skills as they claim. seem to know or follow the safety rules for • The sheriff probably had a sound fi nan- riding bicycles on a street. On a street, bi- cial reason to have the $500,000 designated cyclists should always ride with the fl ow of as he did. Not having to go to the source of traffi c — not against it. They are required to the budget fi gures and now moving money follow all of the same traffi c rules that car as you see fi t was a great concession he ob- drivers are, which means they are supposed tained in that transaction. to stop for stop signs and yield to oncom- • When the sheriff and the county com- ing traffi c at yield signs. They are required missioners fi ght, the real losers are the tax- to signal before they make a turn. And most Special to the Okeechobee News/Raye Deusinger payers. It’s our money that pays for the jail , important, if they ride at night, they should law enforcement and courthouse security. World War II veterans Don South (left) and Bill Douglas (right) manned the table have proper lights and refl ectors. in front of Publix to collect donations and hand out Buddy Poppies.

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pic. I’m soooo glad I did! Love you & see you during the teacher’s planning period but was tomorrow!” often interrupted by her husband’s phone TEACHER Florida law states that all e-mail addresses calls. Continued From Page 1 and all e-mail and other communications He said no one would develop an addic- made or received in connection with the tion for pain pills from six pills. Mr. Bonasera adamantly denies the alle- transaction of school board business are His attorney argued that the activity oc- gations from the school board. Mr. Wilensky public record. curred outside of school, did not affect his wrote in a letter to the school system that The female teacher told school offi cials client’s ability to teach and it has not affected there was no trade of prescription pain pills that Mr. Bonasera was aware of her addiction any students. for nude pictures, no immoral conduct, no to pain pills and that she had received pills He noted Mr. Bonasera is a bald man, ap- incidents between two consenting adults that from him on 10 different occasions over the proximately 50 years old, and was susceptible justify any disciplinary action and no miscon- past two years. She said she received the pills to fl irtations, and claimed that the younger duct in offi ce or violation of law, school board at various store parking lots, at her home and female teacher led him on. He stated Mr. Bo- rules or policies. once at school. The two teachers were also nasera only gave her the pills to help her out At the heart of the district’s case is a se- accused of using their own cell phones dur- because the pharmacy was closed. ries of e-mails they have obtained between ing work hours. “I do not know if she used her wiles on Mr. Bonasera and the female teacher that The teacher said she sent him three sets of him or he felt sorry for her,” Mr. Wilensky came to the attention of other teachers at nude pictures from her personal cell phone added in his letter. Everglades Elementary on March 1. These in exchange for pills. “I would say whatever He vehemently denied Mr. Bonasera had messages were on the employees’ personal I needed to say to get the pills. I feel guilty knowledge of her addiction and hinted she e-mails (not their school board e-mail ac- but said whatever it took to get the pills,” she did a good job of hiding her problem from counts). stated. everyone. Documents in the investigative fi le indi- She said she was 99 percent sure that Mr. Mr. Bonasera was suspended without pay cated that principal Leslie Lundy was shown Bonasera received the photos at his comput- on May 14. the e-mails. er at the teachers’ union offi ces downtown. When contacted on June 2, Maj. Stephen Mr. Kenworthy notifi ed Okeechobee In his statement to investigators, Mr. Bo- said there was never any request for an in- County Sheriff’s Offi ce Major Noel Stephen, nasera said he gave the pills to the teacher vestigation into this matter from the school who told him he saw nothing criminal in this because she asked him and she was his system. incident. friend. He said he gave her four to six pills “Were there law violations? Possibly. Was The female teacher reportedly involved in on six to eight occasions over two years. He it going to be prosecuted? Probably not, as the incident met with Mrs. Lundy and admit- compared the pills to extra strength Aleve, an we had no victim. But we were never asked Many newspaper owners have ted she had developed an addiction to pain over-the-counter painkiller. formally to do an investigation and they de- pills and requested drug treatment and coun- Mr. Bonasera denied any of this occurred cided to do the internal probe,” he said. a hidden “agenda” — whether seling. She cooperated with the investigation on school property and that the teacher lied He noted he was contacted before any it is political, economic or to and later voluntarily resigned her position. about him giving her pills in the classroom. formal interviews were conducted by the promote the publisher’s cronies. She reportedly said she received 20 pills He admitted he gave the teacher back rubs school board and any of this information was from Mr. Bonasera in her classroom around several times for up to 10 minutes a session gathered. Feb. 14. She remembered the date because Not us. We’re owned by a there were heart-shaped doughnuts near the ‘Medicare 101’ program planned at library unique non-profit journalistic coffee pot in the room. Need help understanding your Medicare benefi ts and options? Join SHINE at the Mr. Bonasera and the teacher had ap- Okeechobee Public Library for a free Medicare 101 presentation on Thursday, June 26, trust. parently engaged in fl irting for some time, at 10 a.m. The presentation will focus on Medicare Parts A, B, C and D and how to decide according to the investigation, and Mr. Bo- between Original Medicare and a Medicare Advantage Plan. SHINE (Serving Health In- Our ONLY mission is to pro- nasera was allowed to give the female teach- surance Needs of Elders) is a national, free program offered by the Area Agency on Aging er a massages on campus. and the Florida Department of Elder Affairs. Specially-trained volunteers assist seniors, vide the information and One of his e-mails to the teacher report- disabled adults and their caregivers with Medicare questions by providing one-on-one understanding citizens need to edly included the remarks: “My goodness, counseling and information. SHINE services are free, unbiased and confi dential. For in- you have such a beautiful body! I had to wait formation about community events and local counseling sites, contact the Helpline at make intelligent decisions till I got to the offi ce before I could open the 866-684-5885 or visit www.FloridaSHINE.org. about public issues. In doing so, we strive to report the news of the new budget. That portion of the bud- board. with honesty, accuracy, fair- SHERIFF get comes to $247,160. Another piece to that puzzle is prisoner ness, objectivity, fearlessness “Those are all gun-toting deputies. When transport — is that the sheriff’s responsibil- and compassion. Continued From Page 1 court is not in session, they will be doing ity or the jail’s? other assignments,” pointed out the major. “Prisoner transport is law enforcement Retirement System rates, and a 10 percent “We did give them (the county) a bid of and not security — that’s what I’m being How are we doing? $541,407 for courthouse security, but that increase in health insurance. It also refl ects told,” she added. a $268,532 increase due to the fi lling of three was only a bid.” He went on to explain security for the She also stated in the letter to the sheriff Let us know by emailing feed- openings in the OCSO road patrol division, that “... Florida law requires you to timely one warrants clerk position and one slot in complex will be up to the county, or who- [email protected] or calling the agency’s information technology divi- ever takes it over. provide a 2014-15 budget for the jail on June sion. Of the FRS and insurance hikes, Maj. Ste- 1, 2014. It is respectfully requested that you your editor. “The warrant clerk and information tech- phen indicated the sheriff has no say-so over do so.” nology were in place in the jail budget, so those amounts and must pay them. But, Sheriff May doesn’t see it that way. they were moved from the jail budget to the “Those fi gures are what they are,” he Since he’s not going to be running the jail law enforcement budget,” explained OCSO said. on Oct. 1, when the new fi scal year begins, Major Noel Stephen. “We had to have those And while those increases are non-nego- he sees no reason to turn in a proposed bud- staff members to provide those services the tiable, there’s still the matter of the jail and get. sheriff is obligated to do.” who’s going to be running it. The 2013-14 approved budget for the jail Maj. Stephen said the proposal also con- A May 23 letter from county administra- was $5.4 million. On May 28, the sheriff gave tains a 4 percent cost-of-living increase for tor Robbie Chartier to Sheriff May states the that same fi gure to Mrs. Chartier indicating sheriff’s offi ce employees. jail and its operation will be one of the top- Changes in worker’s compensation in- ics discussed at the June 12 meeting of the that is what it would take for him to operate Community Service surance coverage for the sheriff’s offi ce Okeechobee County Board of County Com- the jail in fi scal year 2014-15. were also refl ected in the new budget. missioners. Mrs. Chartier also pointed out that com- Through Journalism While the sheriff no longer plans to pro- “They will vote on what they’re going to missioners have directed her to send out re- vide security for the judicial complex, Maj. do. The consensus is they are not running quest for proposals (RFP) regarding security Stephen said four courtroom baliffs are part the jail,” said Mrs. Chartier of the county at the judicial complex. 6 Okeechobee News June 4, 2014 Obituaries Community Events Wild Orchid hunt scheduled The Okeechobee Orchid Club will go Obituaries should be submitted to Brought Plumbing & on its annual wild orchid hunt Saturday, the Okeechobee News by e-mailing June 7. They will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the [email protected]. Customers may also to you Air Conditioning Kissimmee River Recreation Area located request photos and links to online guest by: books. A link to the obituaries is available at Since 1975 17 miles north of Okeechobee on U.S. 98 www.newszap.com. Lic#CAC1817236 N. Look for a sign by the gate on your left. Auxiliary hosting dinner Fundraiser helps swim team This is one-fourth mile before the river. Bring water, binoculars and a camera. The walk The Cypress Hut Eagles Auxiliary, 4701 Jersey Mike’s Restaurant, 611 W.S. Park ‘Buddy’ Streety Ashford will be led by Victor Elliott. The group will St., will host a fundraiser for the Okeecho- Hair, III, 79 U.S. 441 S.E., will serve a baked chicken visit the orchid nurseries of Jim Elliott and of bee High School swim team Wednesday, OKEECHOBEE — “Buddy” Streety Ashford dinner Wednesday, June 4. On Thursday, Victor Elliot afterwards. The regular meeting June 4, from noon until 7 p.m. Customers Hair, III died June 1, 2014. He was born Decem- June 5, tacos will be served. The public is will be held Monday, June 16, at 7 p.m. at the ber 14, 1934 in Ft. welcome. Proceeds from these dinners go who mention the swim team will receive $1 Extension Center. The public is invited. For Drum to the late off their purchase. The restaurant will also to various charities. For information, call the information, call Jan at 863-357-9980. Streety Ashford Hair donate 15 percent of the sales to the OHS and Ella Padgett Cypress Hut Eagles at 863-467-1154. swim team. Hair. He worked as a Legion offers Sunday bingo cattleman, construc- tion and fence build- Healthy Start group will meet Lodge hosting bingo, dinners American Legion Post 64 will host Sun- ing. A lifetime The Okeechobee Healthy Start Coali- day night bingo on June 8 at 6:30 p.m. Okeechobee Moose Lodge, #1753, 159 Doors open at 5 p.m. The kitchen will offer resident of Okeecho- tion board of directors will meet Wednes- bee, he enjoyed N.W. 36th St., invites you to join them for a limited menu. Payoffs will be determined day, June 4, at 11 a.m. at their offi ce in the working and hog bingo fun in the lodge Friday, June 6, at 6:30 by player attendance. The event is open to hunting. White House Plaza, 1132 S. Parrott Ave. The p.m. Monday, June 9, s tacos will be served the public. Mr. Hair was pre- meeting is open to the public. The coalition starting at noon. Wednesday, June 11, wings ceded in death by his is part of a statewide network responsible or chicken fi ngers will be served from 5 un- sister, Virginia Hair. Free VPK program slated for planning and implementing services for til 7 p.m. On Thursday, June 12, bingo is at He is survived by his wife, Esther Yvonne Han- Faith Academy Preschool free summer pregnant women and infants. The coalition 1 p.m. with lunch available for a small fee. cock Hair; children, Ronnie and Renee Hair all VPK is a Christian-based summer program of Okeechobee, Pam and Jeff Clay of LeHigh Friday, June 13, bingo will start at 6:30 p.m. is made up of citizens interested in promot- for children who will be attending kindergar- Acres, H.W. Buster and Claire Hair of Okeecho- On Saturday, June 14, enjoy the Moose Rally ing healthy families and healthy outcomes ten in the fall of 2014. Children must be 5 on bee and Donnie and Bobbi Jo Hair of Texarka- at the Tiki Hut starting at noon. Proceeds na, Texas; grandchildren, Crystal Hair Rawls, for babies in Okeechobee. For information, or before Sept. 1 and have not participated benefi t Moose Charities. John Hair, Ashley Parris, Robert Hair, Reed Hair, contact executive director Kay Begin at 863- in a VPK program during the school year. Jarrod Hair, Shayne Clay, Jake Hair, Sarah Clay; 462-5877. The program is free and includes meals. great grandchildren, Hayden Layne, Logan Hair, VFW to host quarter auction Classes start June 16. For information, call Emmalenna Hair, Keatly Parris, Kyndal Parris, Kade Parris, Hannah Hair, Paisly Rawls, Joleyne Writers’ group to meet VFW Post #4423, 300 N.W. 34th St., 863-763-8800. will host a quarter auction on Saturday, Hair, Cayson Clay; siblings, Lois Spence, Ann The Okeechobee Writers’ Group will Moody, Jane McDaniel, Wayne Hair, Theresa June 7, starting at 5 p.m. All proceeds go Volleyball camp planned Hair, Stanley Hair; a host of nephews, nieces, meet Tuesday, June 4, at 2 p.m. in the to local veterans programs here in Okeecho- Osceola Middle School Volleyball Camp cousins and good friends. Okeechobee County Library. Writers will cri- bee. Paddles are $2. There will be a 50/50 Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Thursday, will be held June 9-12 from 5:30 until 7:30 tique up to fi ve pages of each others work. and special prize giveaway. Bring items for June 5, 2014 at Buxton & Bass Okeechobee Fu- p.m. in the OMS gym. The camp is open Writers of fi ction, non-fi ction, memoir and neral Home. Funeral services will be 10 a.m., care packages for our troops to be entered to those who will be in third through ninth Friday, June 6, 2014 at Buxton & Bass Okeecho- poetry are invited. For information, call Jan in the special giveaway. For information, call grades in the 2014-15 school year. The fee bee Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Ft. at 863-357-9980. Tabitha Hucker at 863-532-2201. is $50 per camper. Registration forms are Drum Cemetery with Steve Spence and Buddy available at OMS. For information, call OMS Hancock offi ciating. Those wishing to leave a message of condo- at 863-462-5070 or coach Lauren Throop at lence may sign the register book at, www.Okee- 863-801-4487. chobeeFuneralHome.com All arrangements are entrusted to the direction T-Doc program starts June 10 and care of the Buxton, Bass and Conway fami- lies of the Buxton & Bass Okeechobee Funeral Changing Tree Wellness Center, LLC, will Home, 400 North Parrott Avenue, Okeechobee, host a T-Doc (Teen Drop-In Center Summer Florida, 34972. James W. Young, Founder Seawinds Funeral Group Program) from June 10- July 18, Tuesday through Friday, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at $ Cremation ...... 495 PRE-ARRANGEMENT the Okeechobee Church of God, 301 N.E. Cremation & Chapel Service .. $870 (Financing Available) Cremation $95 down $10 a month Fourth Ave. Children must be ages 12-17 Traditional Cremation for 45 months with a mental health disability. The cost is $5 (includes rental casket) ...... $2,495 Creamation with Chapel Service .. $ per week which all goes back to the Church Traditional Funeral & Burial 1,995 $195 down $17 a month for 45 months of God. For information, call 863-261-8900. Graveside Service ...... $1,495 Traditional Funeral & Burial ...... $500 down, $100 month for 45 months B.R.A.T. Club dance planned This includes minimum Casket, Vault The Okeechobee B.R.A.T. Club will host and Open/Closing of Grave Site a Teen Dance Party at the Okeechobee These prices do not include cash advance items. Freshman Campus, 610 S.W. Second Ave, on Saturday, June 21, from 7 until 10 p.m., for students ages 12-16. Come dressed in 3833 SE 18th Terrace, Okeechobee your best pajamas for it’s a pajama party! The cost is $7 and includes pizza, soda and 863-357-7283 chips. For information, contact Allison Chan- okeechobeeseawinds.com dler at 863-697-9096. June 4, 2014 Okeechobee News 7 State of the Region event planned for June 20 Residents, elected offi cials and business a.m. Cost to attend is $10. Reservations can with Moran Stahl & Boyer, who will present ing and Math (STEM) building is located leaders from Indian River, St. Lucie, Martin be made online through the Martin County a summary of the recently completed target at 500 N.W. California Boulevard, near the and Okeechobee counties are invited to at- Business Development Board website: industry study. Camron Becraft, senior vice Schrieber Conference Center in Port St. Lu- tend Florida’s Research Coast fufth annual http://www.bdbmc.org - click on “Events.” president of Paradigm Precision will relay cie. Registration deadline is Tuesday, June State of the Region. Guest speakers include Griff Salmon, their company’s successful expansion in 17. The event is Friday, June 20, from 9 un- executive vice president and chief operat- Martin County. Dr. Ed Massey, president of til 11 a.m. at the Indian River State College ing offi cer with Enterprise Florida who will Indian River State College, will close out the For questions or information, call Terry STEM building auditorium in Port St. Lucie. provide an update on Florida’s economic event. Burroughs, Okeechobee County Chamber Event check-in and networking begin at 8:30 activity, and John Rhodes, senior principal The IRSC Science, Technology, Engineer- of Commerce, 863-467-6246. Okeechobee Arrest Report The following individuals were ar- charging him with the felony of violation ed on another Okeechobee County warrant enth Court, Okeechobee, was arrested June rested on felony or driving under of probation - tampering with physical evi- charging her with the misdemeanor of fail- 2 by the Okeechobee Narcotics Task Force the infl uence (DUI) charges by the dence and violation of probation - posses- ure to appear for sentencing - battery. She is on a felony charge of possession of a con- Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Offi ce sion of marijuana under 20 grams. He is be- being held without bond on that charge. trolled substance (fentanyl) without a pre- (OCSO), the Okeechobee City Police ing held without bond. • Abie James Stapleton, 29, S.E. 14th Ave., scription. His bond was set at $5,000. Okeechobee, was arrested June 1 by Deputy Department (OCPD), the Florida High- • Karl Sharner Stegkamper, 38, S.W. • Mark Allen Lee, 29, N.E. 31st Way, way Patrol (FHP), the Florida Fish and Eighth St., Okeechobee, was arrested May Matthew Grumbling on a misdemeanor Okeechobee, was arrested June 2 by Dep- Wildlife Conservation Commission 31 by Deputy Steven Pollock on a misde- charge of driving under the infl uence. He (FWC) or the Department of Correc- meanor charge of driving under the infl u- was released on his own recognizance. uty Corporal Aric Majere on an Okeecho- tions (DOC). ence. His bond was set at $500. • Chad Russell Perdue, 29, West First St., bee County warrant charging him with the • Daniel Sills, 46, N.W. 102nd St., • Robert Lewis Rowland, 50, S.E. 36th Fort Pierce, was arrested June 1 by Deputy felonies of failure to appear - possession Okeechobee, was arrested May 30 by Dep- Ave., Okeechobee, was arrested May 31 by Tammy Serafi ni on a Palm Beach County of a controlled substance, failure to appear uty Corporal Michael Hazellief on a felony Deputy Matthew Crawford on a warrant warrant charging him with violation of pro- - possession of drug paraphernalia and fail- charge of possession of a controlled sub- charging him with the felony of violation of bation - driving under the infl uence. He is ure to appear - possession of a controlled stance (methamphetamine) and a misde- probation - burglary of a dwelling. He is be- being held without bond. substance (oxycodone). He is being held meanor charge of possession of drug para- ing held without bond. • Steven D. Gillespie, 50, Serenata Court, without bond. Port St. Lucie, was arrested June 1 by Depu- phernalia. His bond was set at $5,500. • Darlene Willa Miller, 37, N.E. 80th Ave., This column lists arrests and not convic- • Corey F. McGuigan, 24, S.E. 29th St., was arrested May 31 by Offi cer Ryan Holroyd ty Cody Hurst on a misdemeanor charge of driving under the infl uence. His bond was tions, unless otherwise stated. Anyone listed Okeechobee, was arrested May 30 by Offi - on a misdemeanor charge of giving a false here who is later found innocent or has had cer Jack Boon on a felony charge of criminal name while detained/arrested. Her bond on set at $500. the charges against them dropped is wel- use of personal identifi cation and a misde- that charge was set at $1,000. She was also • Luis Romero-Baeza, 48, Okeechobee, meanor charge of petit theft. His bond was arrested on Okeechobee County warrants was arrested June 1 by Deputy Steven Pol- come to inform this newspaper. The infor- set at $3,000. charging her with the felonies of grand theft, lock on misdemeanor charges of driving un- mation will be confi rmed and printed. • Da’tron Olajuwon Smith, 20, N.E. 17th uttering a forged instrument (nine counts) der the infl uence with property damage, no Editor’s Note: Frank David Berry III was valid driver’s license and leaving the scene Ave., Okeechobee, was arrested May 30 by and forgery (15 counts). Her bond on those arrested Dec. 11, 2013, on felony charges of an accident. His bond was set at $750. Deputy Tammy Serafi ni on a DOC warrant charges was set at $75,000. She was arrest- of possession of marijuana with intent to • Christopher James Hayden, 31, S.E. sell/deliver, possession of marijuana over Stow Terrace, Port St. Lucie, was arrested June 1 by Offi cer Ryan Holroyd on misde- 20 grams, cultivation of marijuana and a Local car wash burglarized meanor charges of driving under the infl u- misdemeanor charge of possession of drug By Eric Kopp According to the report the theft was ence. refusal to submit to a DUI test and paraphernalia. According to Assistant State Okeechobee News found when a Real Estate salesperson was reckless driving. His bond was set at $3,000. Attorney Don Richardson all of those charg- Investigators with the Okeechobee Coun- showing the property to a potential buyer. • Jeffery Michael Mosteller, 50, N.W. Sev- es were dropped on May 15, 2014. ty Sheriff’s Offi ce (OCSO) are searching for The property, continued the deputy, was in clues in the theft of a coin/currency changer tact when the salesperson was on the prop- Blood drives planned in Okeechobee this month from a car wash on U.S. 441 S.E. erty Wednesday, May 28. It takes only one hour, every two months, to help save lives. Okeechobee is one of the OCSO Deputy Yero Todman stated in his The theft of the changer left a hole in the initial report the burglary at the Lakeside Car wall of approximately 42-50 inches in length most generous cities in Florida in giving blood. Area blood drives during June include: Wash apparently occurred sometime be- and 12 to 15 inches in width. • Friday, June 6 at Publix, from 1 until 6 p.m. tween May 28 and June 2. If anyone has information about this • Tuesday, June 10 at Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Offi ce, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. The changer has a value of $5,000, stated theft, they are asked to contact the sheriff’s • Friday, June 13 at Seacoast Bank, South, from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. the deputy. offi ce at 863-763-3117. • Saturday, June 14 at Walmart, 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. Good news about your business? Your civic group? Your community? Tell your own story! 100 words and one photo for only $25! Publish Your News today! Just visit www.newszap.com, click on your community, and then on the link for Publish Your News. 8 Okeechobee News ” 2014 Graduation Keepsake June 4, 2014

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Valedictorian: Valedictorian: Valedictorian: Valedictorian: Fifth: Sixth: Seventh: Eighth: Irfan Brandon Jake Zane Colton Ana Rachel Ryan Chaudhary McKee Menendez Moreland Rusinko Huerta Roehm Reister

Ninth: Tenth: Eleventh: Twelfth: Thirteenth: Fourteenth: Fourteenth: Sixteenth: Rhiannon Kayla Brandon Bethany Clyde Carissa Mckenzie Jorge Robshaw Orr Ball Stuart Durrance IV Licata Richey Gallegos Congratulations on your academic achievement! 14 Okeechobee News ” 2014 Graduation Keepsake June 4, 2014 Congratulations Harlie Elliott

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE NINETEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE NINETEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE NINETEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, FLORIDA IN AND FOR OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, FLORIDA IN AND FOR OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CIVIL ACTION CIVIL DIVISION CASE NO. 47-2007-CA-000429 CASE NO.: 47-2012-CA-000307 CASE NO.: 2012-CA-221 Public Notice Public Notice NATIONAL CITY BANK, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO HARBOR FEDERAL WELLS FARGO BANK, NA, TD BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS BANK, Plaintiff, Plaintiff, Plaintiff, VS. VS. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 19TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND vs. . JAMES F. RAYMOND, JR. , et al, ASQUITH DENZIL BODDEN, II a/k/a ASQUITH D. BODDEN, II; SHERRI FOR OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, FLORIDA RONETTA J. WHITE A/K/A RONETTA JOHNSON WHITE A/K/A RONETTA Defendant(s). LEANN BODDEN a/k/a SHERRI L. BODDEN; and JOHN DOE and JANE DOE, CASE NO.: 2012 CA 56 JOHNSON; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF RONETTA J. WHITE A/K/A RONETTA unknown parties in possession, JOHNSON WHITE A/K/A RONETTA JOHNSON; MANFORD CLINTON WHITE; NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Defendants. TD BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Mortgage Plaintiff, Defendant(s). Foreclosure dated March 3, 2014 and entered in Case No. 47-2012- NOTICE OF SALE vs. CA-000307 of the Circuit Court of the NINETEENTH Judicial Circuit in and NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to the Final Judgment of Foreclo- KEITH A. GOODBREAD, et al., NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE for OKEECHOBEE County, Florida wherein WELLS FARGO BANK, NA is the sure dated February 21, 2014 (the “Judgment”), entered in Civil Case No. Defendants. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure Plaintiff and JAMES F. RAYMOND, JR.; CARRIE GUENTHER; THE UNKNOWN 2012-CA-221 of the Circuit Court of the Nineteenth Judicial Circuit in and for dated May 20, 2014, and entered in 47-2007-CA-000429 of the Circuit Court SPOUSE OF JAMES F. RAYMOND, JR.; THE UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF CARRIE Okeechobee County, Florida, in which TD BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOTICE OF SALE of the NINETEENTH Judicial Circuit in and for Okeechobee County, Florida, GUENTHER; TENANT #1, TENANT #2, TENANT #3, and TENANT #4 are is Plaintiff, and ASQUITH DENZIL BODDEN, II a/k/a ASQUITH D. BODDEN, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to the Final Judgment of Foreclo- wherein NATIONAL CITY BANK, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO HARBOR FED- the Defendants, The Clerk of the Court will sell to the highest and best bid- II, SHERRI LEANN BODDEN a/k/a SHERRI L. BODDEN, and PATRICIA sure dated October 16, 2013 (the “Judgment”), and Order Granting Plain- ERAL SAVINGS BANK is the Plaintiff and RONETTA J. WHITE A/K/A RONET- der for cash in the JURY ASSEMBLY ROOM, 2ND FLOOR, OKEECHOBEE CRABTREE f/k/a JANE DOE are Defendants. tiffs Motion to Postpone Foreclosure Sale dated March 25, 2014, entered in TA JOHNSON WHITE A/K/A RONETTA JOHNSON; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF COUNTY JUDICIAL CENTER, 312 N.W. 3RD STREET, OKEECHOBEE, FLORI- The Clerk of Court will sell the Property as defi ned in the Judgment and Civil Case No. 2012-CA-56 of the Circuit Court of the Nineteenth Judicial Cir- RONETTA J. WHITE A/K/A RONETTA JOHNSON WHITE A/K/A RONETTA DA 34972 at 11:00AM, on the 2nd day of July, 2014, the following de- as set forth at a public sale on July 2, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. to the “highest cuit in and for Okeechobee County, Florida, in which TD BANK, NATIONAL JOHNSON; MANFORD CLINTON WHITE; OKEECHOBEE COUNTY are the De- scribed property as set forth in said Final Judgment: bidder,” for cash in the Jury Assembly Room at the Okeechobee County Ju- ASSOCIATION, is Plaintiff and KEITH A. GOODBREAD and UNKNOWN fendant(s). Sharon Robertson as the Clerk of the Circuit Court will sell to the LOT 6 OTTER CREEK ESTATES UNIT ONE ACCORDING TO THE dicial Center, 2nd Floor, 312 NW 3rd Street, Okeechobee, Florida 34972, in SPOUSE OF KEITH A. GOODBREAD n/k/a BRANDI GOODBREAD are Defen- highest and best bidder for cash in the Jury Assembly Room, 2nd Fl., Okee- PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 6, PAGE 29,OF THE accordance with Section 45.031, Florida Statutes. dants. chobee County Judicial Center 312 NW 3rd St., Okeechobee, Florida 34972, PUBLIC RECORDS OF OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, FLORIDA. The “highest bidder” for purposes of this Notice of Sale, is defi ned as the The Clerk of Court will sell the Property as defi ned in the Judgment and at 11:00 AM, on June 18 2014 the following described property as set TOGETHER WITH A CERTAIN 2005 FLEETWOOD MOBILE HOME party who bids the largest amount of money to purchase the Property (as as set forth below at a public sale on July 2, 2014, at 11:00 a.m. to the forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: LOCATED THEREON AS A FIXTURE AND APPURTENANCE THERE- defi ned below) and who completes the sale in a timely fashion, as herein- “highest bidder,” for cash in the Jury Assembly Room at the Okeechobee LOT 18 AND THE EAST ONE-HALF (E 1/2) LOT 17, BLOCK 49, EL TO VIN# GAFL475A76420AV21 AND GAFL475B76420AV21. after set out. The one who bids the largest amount of money to purchase County Judicial Center, 2nd Floor, 312 NW 3rd Street, Okeechobee, Florida MIRASOL, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN A/K/A 17531 NW 38TH AVENUE, OKEECHOBEE, FL 34972 the Property (as defi ned below) shall be permitted to complete the sale by 34972, in accordance with Section 45.031, Florida Statutes. PLAT BOOK 2, PAGE 1, PUBLIC RECORDS OF OKEECHOBEE Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other delivering to the Clerk, the balance of such bid, over and above the deposit, The “highest bidder” for purposes of this Notice of Sale, is defi ned as the COUNTY, FLORIDA. than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must fi le a claim by 3:00 p.m. on the day of the sale. party who bids the largest amount of money to purchase the Property (as Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other within sixty (60) days after the sale. The following property located in Okeechobee, Florida, is the subject of defi ned below) and who completes the sale in a timely fashion, as herein- than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must fi le a claim WITNESS MY HAND and the seal of this Court on March 4, 2014. this Notice of Sale: after set out. The one who bids the largest amount of money to purchase within 60 days after the sale. Sharon Robertson Portions of Lots 1 through 5, inclusive, of Block 1, Plat of Con- the Property (as defi ned below) shall be permitted to complete the sale by Dated this 21st day of May, 2014. Clerk of the Circuit Court solidated Farm Lands, according to the plat thereof recorded in delivering to the Clerk, the balance of such bid, over and above the deposit, Sharon Robertson BY: Sandra L. Creech Plat Book 1, Page 5 of the Public Records of Okeechobee County, by 3:00 p.m. on the day of the sale. As Clerk of the Court Deputy Clerk Florida, and being described as follows: The following property located in Okeechobee, Florida, is the subject of BY: Sandra L. Creech Ronald R Wolfe & Associates, Commencing at the intersection of the West line of Section 31, this Notice of Sale: As Deputy Clerk P.L. P.O. Box 25018, Tampa, Florida 33622-5018 Township 37 South, Range 36 East, Okeechobee County, Florida, Lot 12, Crooked Creek Plantation Unit 1, according to the plat IMPORTANT F11033961 WELLSLPS-SPECFNMA--Team 6 - F11033961 and the Northerly right-of-way line of State Road 15; thence thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 5, Pages 77 and 78, Public If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation **See Americans with Disabilities Act bear South 51°30’19” East along said Northerly right-of-way line Records of Okeechobee County, Florida in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation a distance of 175.00 feet; thence bear North 22°45’55” East a together with all existing or subsequently erected or affi xed buildings, im- to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Corrie in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost distance of 162.90 feet to a point, said point being 200.00 feet provements, and fi xtures (the “Property”). Johnson, ADA Coordinator, 250 NW Country Club Drive, Suite 217, to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Corrie East of the aforesaid West line of Section 31, as measured at Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other Port St. Lucie, FL 34986, (772) 807-4370 at least 7 days before your Johnson, ADA Coordinator, 250 NW Country Club Drive, Suite 217, right angles; thence bear North 00°00’53” parallel with the West than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens, must fi le a claim scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this no- Port St. Lucie, FL 34986, (772) 807-4370 at least 7 days before your line of said Section 31 a distance of 2215.30 feet; thence bear within 60 days after the sale. tifi cation if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this no- South 55°36’50” East a distance of 300.20 feet to the POINT OF DATED on April 2, 2014. days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. tifi cation if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 BEGINNING; thence bear North 31°19’03” East a distance of SHARON ROBERTSON 465537 ON 5/28;6/4/2014 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. 731.06 feet; thence bear South 51°30’19” East a distance of Clerk of Circuit Court SPANISH: Si usted es una persona discapacitada que necesita algu- 1200.44 feet to the Westerly right-of-way line of Canal No. 1, as BY: Sandra L. Creech na adaptacion para poder participar de este procedimiento o even- shown on the Plat of said Consolidated Farm Lands; thence bear IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE NINETEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, to; usted tiene derecho, sin costo alguno a que se le provea cierta South 31°19’03” West along said Westerly right-of-way line a Deputy Clerk ayuda. Favor de comunicarse con Corrie Johnson, Coordinadora de 464903 ON 6/4,11/2014 IN AND FOR OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, FLORIDA distance of 2328.05 feet; thence bear North 51°30’19” West a CASE NO.: 2010 CA 560 A.D.A., 250 NW Country Club Drive, Suite 217, Port St. Lucie, Fl. distance of 337.61 feet to the East line of that certain parcel of JUDGE: GARY L. SWEET 34986, (772) 807-4370 por lo menos 7 dias antes de que tenga que land described in Offi cial Record Book 100, Page 579, Public comparecer en corte o inmediatamente despues de haber recibido Records of Okeechobee County, Florida; thence bear North IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE NINETEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT esta notifi cacion si es que falta menos de 7 dias para su compare- TD BANK, NA., as Successor in Interest to RIVERSIDE NATIONAL BANK OF 25°11’40” East along said East line a distance of 1524.90 feet; IN AND FOR OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, FLORIDA cencia. Si tiene una discapacidad auditiva o de habla, llame al 711. thence bear North 43°28’05” West along the North line of the GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2013-CA-000006 FLORIDA by and through FDIC as Receiver KREYOL: Si ou se yon moun ki kokobe ki bezwen asistans ou aparey Plaintiff, aforesaid parcel a distance of 718.60 feet to the POINT OF BE- pou ou ka patisipe nan prosedu sa-a, ou gen dwa san ou pa bezwen GINNING. ALS V-CCG, LLC, VS. peye anyen pou ou jwen on seri de ed. Tanpri kontakte Corrie John- WATERDANCE FARM, LLC; CHARLES STARK and N.F. ANTHONY SEIBERT; LESS AND EXCEPT said lands described in Offi cial Records Book Plaintiff; son, Co-ordinator ADA, 250 NW Country Club Drive, suite 217, Port 412, Page 1740, of the Public Records of Okeechobee County, VS. UNKNOWN TENANTS IN POSSESSION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY; AMBER St. Lucie, FL 34986, (772) 807-4370 O’mwen 7 jou avan ke ou gen ACRES PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.; and BRIDGEWATER Florida, THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, BENEFICIARIES, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGN- pou-ou paret nan tribunal, ou imediatman ke ou resevwa avis sa-a together with all existing or subsequently erected or affi xed buildings, im- EES,LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHERS WHO MAY CLAIM CROSSING, LLC ou si le ke ou gen pou-ou ale nan tribunal-la mwens ke 7 jou; Si ou Defendants. provements, and fi xtures (the “Property”). AN INTEREST IN THE ESTATE OF EVELYN L. PERDUE, DECEASED., et.al. pa ka tande ou pale byen, rele 711. Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other Defendant(s). 463955 ON 6/4,11/2014 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens, must fi le a claim within 60 days after the sale. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE The Clerk of the Circuit Court hereby gives notice of the following foreclo- County Judicial Center, 312 NW 3rd 2014 and whose social security num- sure sale in the above referenced matter: DATED on February 25, 2014. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure Street, Okeechobee, Florida 34972, ber is xxx-xx-9878, is pending in the SHARON ROBERTSON dated April 8, 2014 and entered in case number 2013-CA-000006 of the A. The Property to be sold is: offer for sale and sell at public outcry Circuit Court for Okeechobee County, LOTS 5 AND 6 OF AMBER ACRES, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF Clerk of Circuit Court Circuit Court of the Nineteenth Judicial Circuit in and for Okeechobee to the highest and best bidder for Florida, Probate Division, the address BY: Sandra L. Creech County, Florida, wherein ALS V-CCG, LLC, is the Plaintiff and THE UN- AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 7, PAGE 90, PUBLIC RECORDS OF OKEECHO- cash, the following-described proper- of which is 312 N.W. 3rd Street, BEE COUNTY, Commonly Known as 551 and 625 NE 39th Blvd., Okeecho- Deputy Clerk KNOWN HEIRS, BENEFICIARIES, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES,LIEN- ty situate in Okeechobee County, Suite 101, Okeechobee, Florida 463089 ON 6/4,11/2014 ORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHERS WHO MAY CLAIM AN bee, Florida 34972 having Real Property Tax Identifi cation Numbers Florida: 34972, The names and addresses of INTEREST IN THE ESTATE OF EVELYN L. PERDUE, DECEASED; JEANETTE 1033735001000000050 and 1033735001000000060. Lot 58, TREASURE ISLAND the personal representative and the their claims with this court WITHIN 3 Okeechobee, Florida 34972 PERDUE; OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, FLORIDA; UNKNOWN TENANT # 1 N/K/A B. The Clerk’s Sale will take place on JULY 2, 2014 at 11:00 AM, in the UNIT NO. 11 ADDITION, ac- personal representative’s attorney CAROLYN HERNANDEZ; UNKNOWN TENANT # 2 N/K/A ALICIA HORNACK Jury Assembly Room, 2nd Floor, Okeechobee County Judicial Center, 312 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE Attorney for Personal Representative: cording to the Plat thereof, re- are set forth below. FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NO- CONELY & CONELY, P.A. are the Defendant(s). Sharon Robertson as the Clerk of the Circuit Court will NW 3rd Street, Okeechobee, Florida 34972. corded in Plat Book 5, Page All creditors of the decedent and sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, in the Jury Assembly Room, 2nd C. The sale will be made pursuant to the Final Judgment of Foreclosure TICE, ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITH- P.0. Drawer 1367 53, Public Records of Okee- other persons having claims or de- IN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH Okeechobee, Florida 34973 Fl., Okeechobee County Judicial Center 312 NW 3rd St., Okeechobee, FL dated April 28, 2014; chobee County, Florida. mands against the decedent’s estate 34972, at 11:00 AM on July 2 ,2014, the following described property as D. TD BANK, N.A., as Successor in Interest to Riverside National Bank of IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORI- Telephone: (863) 763-3825 TOGETHER WITH A 1981 SIN- on whom a copy of this notice is re- DA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREV- Primary E-Mail Address: set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: Florida by and through FDIC as Receiver v. WATERDANCE FARM, LLC; GLE WIDE MOBILE HOME SE- quired to be served must fi le their THE EAST 1/2 OF LOT 18 AND ALL OF LOTS 19 AND 20, OF BLOCK CHARLES STARK and N.F. ANTHONY SEIBERT; UNKNOWN TENANTS IN ER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING [email protected] RIAL NUMBER: 10L13005, claims with court WITHIN THE LAT- THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH Secondary 1 E-Mail Address: 17, NORTHWEST ADDITION TO OKEECHOBEE, ACCORDING TO POSSESSION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY; AMBER ACRES PROPERTY TITLE NUMBER 19066374. ER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 1, PAGE 25, PUB- OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.; and BRIDGEWATER CROSSING, LLC; CASE ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) [email protected] pursuant to the Final Judgment en- OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECE- Secondary 2 E-Mail Address: LIC RECORDS OF OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, FLORIDA. NO.: 2010 CA 560 tered in a case pending in said Court, THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other E. This sale is being made by Sharon Robertson, Clerk of the Circuit DENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. [email protected] the style of which is indicated above. THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY The date of the fi rst publication of By Tom W. Conely, III than the property owner as of the date of the lb pendens must fi le a claim Court, Okeechobee County of the Circuit Court, Nineteenth Judicial Circuit, Any person or entity claiming an in- OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other within 60 days after the sale. by and through a deputy Clerk of Court. this notice is May 28 2014. Florida Bar No. 096482 terest in the surplus, if any, resulting creditors of the decedent and other Personal Representative: ON 5/28, 6/4/2014 Dated this 10th day of April, 2014. F. Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from sale, if any, other from the foreclosure sale, other than persons having claims or demands Sharon Robertson than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must fi le a claim Randy Lee Simmons the property owner as of the date of against decedent’s estate must fi le 850 N.W. 141st Street As Clerk of the Court within days after the sale. the Lis Pendens, must fi le a claim on BY: Sandra L. Creech Dated: May 5, 2014 same with the Clerk of Court within As Deputy Clerk SHARON ROBERTSON 60 days after the foreclosure sale. IMPORTANT CLERK OF OKEECHOBEE COUNTY COURT WITNESS my hand and offi cial seal If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation BY: Sandra L. Creech of said Court this 4th day of March, in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost Deputy Clerk 2014. to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Corrie Pursuant to §45.031(2), F.S., this notice must be published once a week for AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES Johnson, ADA Coordinator, 250 NW Country Club Drive, Suite 217, two consecutive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation in the county ACT. If you are a person with a Port St. Lucie, FL 34986, (772) 807-4370 at least 7 days before your where the sale is to be held with the second publication being at least fi ve disability who needs any accom- scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this no- days prior to the sale date. modation in order to participate tifi cation if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in this proceeding, you are enti- days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost tled, at no cost to you, to the 465010 ON 6/4,11/2014 to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Carrie provision of certain assistance. Johnson, ADA Coordinator, 250 NW Country Club Drive, Suite 217, Please contact Corrie Johnson, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986, (772) 807-4370 at least 7 days before your IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE dants. ADA Coordinator, 250 NW Coun- scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this no- try Club Drive, Suite 217, Port St. NINETEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT The Clerk of Court will sell the tifi cation if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 IN AND FOR OKEECHOBEE Property as defi ned in the Judgment Lucie, FL 34986, (772) 807-4370 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. at least 7 days before your COUNTY, FLORIDA and as set forth below at a public 465324 ON 6/4,11/2014 CIVIL DIVISION scheduled court appearance, or sale on July 2, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. to immediately upon receiving this CASE NO. 2012-CA-449 the “highest bidder,” for cash in the Together with a 2005 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND notifi cation if the time before the Jury Assembly Room at the Okeecho- Fleetwood Mobile Home FOR OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, scheduled appearance is less TD BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, bee County Judicial Center, 2nd Model 3482L title to which is FLORIDA than 7 days; if you are hearing or Plaintiff, Floor, 312 NW 3rd Street, Okeecho- being retired in the public CASE NO: 2012-CA-000328 voice impaired, call 711. VS. bee, Florida 34972, in accordance records of Okeechobee County SHARON ROBERTSON BRENT D. BRAASCH; EDNA CORNE- with Section 45.031, Florida Statutes. Florida JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT LIUS, as Personal Representative of The “highest bidder” for purposes together with all existing or subse- NATIONAL ASSOCIATION BY: Sandra L. Creech the Estate of Carl Lohrey; and JOHN of this Notice of Sale, is defi ned as quently erected or affi xed buildings, Plaintiff, Deputy Clerk DOE and JANE DOE, unknown par- the party who bids the largest improvements, and fi xtures (the VS. 463954 ON 6/4,11/2014 ties in possession, amount of money to purchase the “Property”). CINDY L. CHIPMAN; DAVID G. CHIP- Defendants. Property (as defi ned below) and who Any person claiming an interest in MAN; CLERK OF THE COURT IN AND completes the sale in a timely fash- the surplus from the sale, if any, oth- FOR OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, A PO- IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND Answers on NOTICE OF SALE ion, as hereinafter set out. The one er than the property owner as of the LITICAL SUBDIVISION OF THE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pur- who bids the largest amount of mon- FOR OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, date of the Lis Pendens, must fi le a STATE OF FLORIDA; THE VANTAGE FLORIDA. page 17 suant to the Final Judgement of ey to purchase the Property (as de- claim within 60 days after the sale. DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, and Foreclosure dated September 19, fi ned below) shall be permitted to PROBATE DIVISION DATED on April 2, 2014. any unknown heirs, devisees, grant- CASE NO. 2014-CP-91 2013 (the “Judgement”), and Order complete the sale by delivering to SHARON ROBERTSON ees, creditors, and other unknown Granting Plaintiff’s Motion to Post- the Clerk, the balance of such bid, Clerk of Circuit Court persons or unknown spouses claim- In re: Estate of pone Foreclosure Sale dated March over and above the deposit, by 3:00 BY: Sandra L. Creech ing by, through and under any of the 25, 2014, entered in Civil Case No. p.m. on the day of the sale. ESTHER ELIZABETH SIMMONS Deputy Clerk above-named Defendants, and states a/k/a ELIZABETH E. SIMMONS, 2012 CA 449 of the Circuit Court of The following property located in 465095 ON 6/4,11/2014 Defendants. the Nineteenth Judicial Circuit in and Okeechobee, Florida, is the subject Deceased. for Okeechobee County, Florida, in of this Notice of Sale: NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE TO CREDITORS which TD BANK, NATIONAL ASSO- Lot 251, TAYLOR CREEK ISLES Grab a bargain from your NOTICE is hereby given that the CIATION, is Plaintiff, and BRENT D. SECTION ONE, according to undersigned Clerk of the Circuit BRAASCH, EDNA CORNELIUS, as the plat thereof recorded in neighbor’s garage, attic, The administration of the estate of Court of Okeechobee County, Flori- ESTHER ELIZABETH SIMMONS, a/k/a Personal Representative of the Estate Plat Book 3, Page 59, Public basement or closet in da, will on the 2nd day of July, 2014, of Carl Lohrey, and JANE DOE n/k/a Records of Okeechobee ELIZABETH E. SIMMONS., deceased, at 11:00 am in the Jury Assembly whose date of death was MARCH 25, MAUREEN MCKINNEY are Defen- County, Florida today’s classifieds. Room, 2nd Floor, Okeechobee June 4, 2014 Okeechobee News 17 Crossword Puzzle Rotary Club to host island luau Edited by Rich Norris and Joyce Nichols Lewis Special to the Okeechobee News (How low can you go?) ACROSS 3 University grad 39 Apple product 51 Like milk on the Circle your calendar for Saturday, June The Philippine American Cultural Center, 1 Cabbage side 4 Cry of distress 40 Burial places floor 14. The Rotary Club of Okeechobee and the on Southwest 16th Street behind Okeecho- 5 Airplane 5 Like some rays 43 Surreptitious 52 Modify bee Fishing Headquarters on S.R. 78, is the maneuver and dust Philippine American Cultural Foundation of data-collecting 53 “We’re off __ the Florida, Inc. are having an authentic island location for this outdoor event. While we fur- 10 Cookbook amts. 6 Spanglish computer wizard ...” nish tables and folding chairs, you are free to 14 Go it alone luau. speaker, often program 56 Playwright Simon bring your lawn chairs. And, if you choose, 15 Wild West movie 7 “Who am __ The event starts at 6 p.m. with an open 46 Choose not to 57 Rowlands of valet service to park your vehicle (aka mem- 16 Peter Fonda’s argue?” vote “Gloria” bar, music by Okeechobee’s Chobee Steelers beekeeper bers of the OHS band) will be available. 8 Little more than 48 Estrada of 59 Ancient Andean and native island fl ame throwers/dancers. In 17 Nursery school 9 La __ Tar Pits keeping with the exotic fl air, they will also There are sponsorships for the event: The adhesive “CHiPs” 60 Fragrance Frangipani (presenting sponsor) is $1,200; 10 Show 49 “Amen!” 61 Part of a have a Chinese auction and a 50/50 raffl e to 18 Generic product embarrassment the Hibiscus (table sponsor) is $650; the 50 Every Broadway address benefi t the Okeechobee High School Band 20 Southern Florida 11 Done in, as a Flame Thrower (Entertainment) is $500 (3 September, say 63 Hawaiian dish uniform fund. Tiki torches will add that extra “trail” that’s a dragon fl air, transforming you to far away places. available); and the Tiki Torch sponsor is portmanteau of 12 Old Finnish cent ANSWER TO PREVIOUS PUZZLE: The menu consists of roasted pig (cooked $300. 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Patients with Trigeminal Neuralgia, For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 863-357-0540. pituitary tumors and tumors of the RaulersonPrimaryCare.com 2UWKRSDHGLF6SHFLDOLVWVDW5DXOHUVRQLVORFDWHGDW+Z\1RUWK2NHHFKREHH acoustic nerve called Acoustic 202 NE 2nd Avenue • Suites 3 & 4 Neuroma can avoid major surgical Okeechobee, FL 34972 MXVWQRUWKRIWKH+RVSLWDOLQWKHEOXHURRIEXLOGLQJ June 4, 2014 Okeechobee News 19 Churches plan family movie, special services and Bible School Northside Baptist Church, 51 N.W. port group will meet every Monday at 6 p.m. 98th St., will hold Vacation Bible School, June and Tuesday at 2 p.m. at 1735 S.W. 24th Ave. 9-13, from 5:30-7 p.m., for children preschool For information, call Gale at 863-623-8504. through grade 6. Great activities and delicious Love Jesus? Every Monday morning, 8 a.m. snacks are planned for each evening. Let your at Hampton Inn, there is a Bible study held children learn about Jesus and his teachings and you are invited. It is free if you don’t eat, in a fun, engaging environment. Call 863-447- or you can have a great breakfast for only $5. 0774 if you have any questions. Brandon Tucker and Pastor Jim Benton are the A family movie will be shown free to the speakers. For information, call 863-532-2482. public at Peace Lutheran Church on Friday, Gathering in Grace and Prayer meets June 6. Bring a chair and a blanket and enjoy every Wednesday at 7:45 a.m. in the park at a popular family movie outside on the lawn. the pavilion. All are welcome. Free drinks and popcorn will be served. The Victory Baptist Church, 500 S.W. 9th St, movie will start at 8 p.m. would like to invite the public to attend any Peace Lutheran Church will honor stu- or all of their services each Sunday. Sunday Special to the Okeechobee News dents who graduate from high school on Sun- School is at 10 a.m. for all ages. Morning wor- day, June 8, during the services at 8:30 and at ship service is at 10:45 a.m. and includes old 10:30 a.m. Everyone is welcome. Applebee’s grand reopening fashion singing and praising God. The youth Haven of Rest Church, 912 N.W. Second On May 20, Applebee’s of Okeechobee held a ribbon cutting in honor of the “band,” consists of the piano, violin, mandolin St. would like to invite you to a weekly Bible remodeling process completion and a new corporation taking over. Doherty and guitar, as well as, various singing groups. study and or youth service every Thursday at 7 Enterprises recently took over Applebee’s. Those attending included (left to Be blessed with the preaching of God’s Word p.m. For information, call Pastor Tom Velie at right, front row) Applebee’s general manager Serrin Dongen, Mayor Jim Kirk, 863-357-3053. (KJV) and a church family with a heart of love. Chamber of Commerce of Okeechobee County executive director Antoinette Peace Lutheran Church Vacation Bible Wednesday evening prayer and Bible study is Rodriguez, Doherty Enterprises area director Yvette Moroz, Okeechobee School is scheduled for July 7-ll at Peace Lu- at 7 p.m. For information, call 863-763-0669. Mainstreet president Maureen Burroughs, Brown Cow Sweetery owner Pau- theran Church,750 N.W. 23rd Lane, Okeecho- Northside Baptist Church invites all lette Bragel; (back) Chamber of Commerce of Okeechobee County business bee. It is for ages 3 through fi fth graders. For to join the church for old-fashioned preach- assistance chair John Gurney, City Councilmen Clayton Williams, City Coun- information, call 863-763-5042. ing based on the Bible, God-focused prayer, cilmen Mike O’Connor, County Commissioner Frank Irby, Chamber of Com- Oakview Baptist Church will hold Va- hymns we grew up on, Southern-Gospel favor- merce of Okeechobee County president Terry Burroughs, City Administra- cation Bible School for ages 3 years through ites, with piano and bass duets on Sundays at tor Brian Whitehall, Doherty Enterprises director of operations Marc Prince, adults Monday, June 16 through Friday, June 10:45 a.m. and 6 p.m., with Sunday School at Chamber of Commerce of Okeechobee County ambassador Frank DeCarlo, 20, from 6 to 9 p.m. Register online at www. 9:45 a.m. and Prayer Meeting on Wednesdays Okeechobee Mainstreet promotions director Mark Bragel, apple mascot oakviewbaptist.com under “Forms” or come at 6 p.m. Northside Baptist is located about 6 Danielle Arnold and bee mascot Charlie Laughlin. to the church offi ce, 677 S.W. 32nd Street, to miles north on 441 at 51 NW 98th St. pick up a registration form. For information, call 863-763-1699 or e-mail cbartlett@oakbc. org. Okeechobee Missionary Baptist Church, 4212 Hwy. 441 North, will host a Va- cation Bible School June 9-13 from 7 to 9 p.m., for ages 2-18. The church will also have adult classes. REHAB THERAPY/ OPHTHALMOLOGY/ UROLOGY Buckhead Ridge Christian Church will NURSING HOME OPTOMETRY/OPTICAL host Vacation Bible School June 16-20 from 5:45 to 8 p.m. For information call 863-357- We Love to Care! Comprehensive Eye and Contact Lens Exams DAVID A. SIGALOW, 6500. Family-Owned & Operated, OHCF has been Okeechobee Christian Church, 3055 Advanced Cataract Providing Rehab & Residential Care to Okeechobee Microsurgery S.E. 18th Terrace (Charles Harvey Highway), & the Surrounding Communities Since 1984 Diabetic Eye Exams M.D. will host Vacation Bible School from June 9 to • Rehab, Physical, Occupational, Glaucoma Evaluation & Treatment Board Certifi ed In June 13, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. each day. This Speech and Out-Patient Therapy State of the Art Complete year’s VBS is called “Weird Animals,” where Optical Laboratory Urology • Long-Term Nursing Care Available Eyeglasses & Contact Lenses Jesus’ love is one-of-a-kind. Take a walk on 7 Days a Week/24 Hours a Day Specializing in: the wild side with new friends, amazing exper- • Secure Dementia and Alzheimer’s Optical Gallery iments, untamed games, lip-smacking snacks, Memory-Care Wing • Adult & Pediatric Urology surprising adventures and incredible music. • Delicious Dietitian-Planned Meals 763-4334 • Bladder & Kidney Infections For information, call 863-467-7858. Stimulating & Fun Daily Activities Silviano Matamoros, M.D. Richard L. Soldinger, O.D. Oakview Baptist Church welcomes Board Certified Eye David J. Underill, O.D. • Impotence/Implants everyone to join them on Sunday mornings Okeechobee Physician & Surgeon Board Certified Optometrists • No Scalpel Vasectomy for Sunday School at 9:15 a.m. and Worship Health Care Facility Service at 10:30 a.m. On Sunday evenings at 6 Health Care Facility 357-4899 763-3403 215 N.E. 19th Dr. • Okeechobee p.m. they have a Bible Study in the sanctuary. 1646 U.S. Highway 441 North Medicare/Medicaid and Most Vision Plans Accepted  They also have a Wednesday evening Worship 520 S. Parrott Ave. • Okeechobee Five-Star Rated 863-763-2226 Website: www.opticalgalleryeyecare.com 863-763-0217 Service at 6 p.m. We are located at 677 S.W. 32 Street in Okeechobee. For information, call 863-763-1699. The Gathering Church, 1735 S.W. 24th Ave., invites you to attend “Living Free” a Available Now! Christian recovery group for women on Tues- day nights at 7 p.m. For information, contact Pastor Theresa Brown at 863-357-4418. The 2013 – 2014 Medical Information Guide The Gathering hosts “Joy in the Mourn- ing” a grief support group and bible study for anyone who has lost a loved one, through specialsections.newszap.com death or divorce. All are welcome. The sup- 20 Okeechobee News June 4, 2014 Purple & White scrimmage held BIRTHDAY By Charles M. Murphy CINDY Okeechobee News ORDY, LORDY LOOK WHO'S 40 Drayton Billie scored touchdowns on runs of 10 and 7 yards and the Purple de- L HAPPY BIRTHDAY, CINDY! fense held the White to 130 total yards as the Purple squad won the annual varsity intra- LOVE MAMA AND DADDY AND FAMILY squad football game 22-12 Friday night at Brahman Stadium. Billie ran for 39 yards while G.W. Jarriel added 55 yards rushing and a 16-yard recep- tion. Terrance Boswell had 18 yards and a rushing touchdown for the Purple. He also grabbed a 26-yard reception. On defense Arthur Woodruff had a fum- ble recovery, a quarterback sack and a tackle for loss. Jacob Emmick had two interceptions. Chris Epps had 48 yards on three receptions. Quarterback Trevor Thomas completed fi ve Okeechobee News/Charles Murphy passes in 11 attempts for 68 yards. Drayton Billie (#4) takes a handoff from For the White squad, Dee Shockley threw quarterback Trevor Thomas during Fri- for 66 yards and a touchdown. Marquez day’s game. Billie’s two touchdowns McLemore had two receptions for 51 yards were the difference in the game. including a 16-yard touchdown grab. Tyrone Joseph ran for 14 yards and Artavious Stall- worth ran for 51 yards and a touchdown. for a 35-yard touchdown run. He said he felt It was an exciting game as the varsity both offenses did a good job learning the seemed to convert to the Pistol Wing T of- play book. fense with few mistakes. McLemore will be called upon to be a Coaches did get frustrated by a couple key receiving threat next year as a returner at of penalties, like personal fouls that would wide receiver. He notes it’ll a pretty big load have hurt the team in the regular season. to carry but he’s ready for the challenge. Two Purple touchdown passes to Zeke “I see big things in the future for us,” he Matthews were also called back by penalty. said. “I think I can fi t into the shoes and be- Devion Wigfall had a sack and tackle for come the number one wide receiver on this loss, Caleb Smith a tackle for loss and Angel team.” Garcia had a quarterback sack for the White Boswell said he made a few mistakes defense. but he thinks the team is learning the new Billie said it felt good to come out and ex- scheme and will soon get the hang of it, ecute well and have a good game. “Our starter at quarterback was hurt in “I felt confi dent coming out here that we practice and we had the backup in there. He had this game. It felt good to play your own did a pretty good job,” he pointed out. “I see team. It was a lot of fun but nobody got too a lot more intensity from the team. We are carried away,” he said. still young and learning.” The name of the game this spring has Head coach Chris Branham liked most of been to learn the new schemes and judging what he saw but did reprimand the team for from the amount of big plays in this game, making silly penalties. the offense is coming around. “We can’t have stupid penalties where McLemore caught a 35-yard pass on a we act off emotion,” said the OHS coach. deep pass in the fi rst quarter and on the next “It was an entertaining game and we did a play his teammates Stallworth broke loose good job overall.”

Tickets: $40:00 available at CenterState Bank Okeechobee News/Charles Murphy or call 863-610-9416 Dee Shockley stands in amidst a heavy rush from Arthur Woodruff during the Purple and White game held Friday.