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120th Year No. 33 2 Sections www.TheHeraldAdvocate.com 93¢ Plus 7¢ Sales Tax Thursday, July 9, 2020 Man Clings To Hood Of Car As Attacker Speeds Down U.S. 17 By TOM STAIK Budget Inn and then sped away vated battery with a deadly “I observed Alyssa walking pect while Ofc. Fort began her Of The Herald-Advocate south on U.S. 17 at a high rate weapon, hit-and-run/leaving towards her vehicle with her investigation. A man who attempted to of speed with the man still in scene of crash, and resisting an belongings,” the officer noted. According to the report, the help a woman with her over- tow. officer without violence. “I attempted to speak with incident began to unfold earlier heated car on Saturday night The victim, who was not According to reports by the Alyssa about the allegations of in the evening when Rosales Rosales got more than he bargained for identified in reports, fell into Wauchula Police Department, battery. Alyssa would not stop reportedly called her sister to when the woman reportedly the roadway near the CVS lawmen were called to the to speak with me and instead ask for help because her car According to the sister’s struck the man with the re- store at West Bay Street. home of the suspect’s sister at she muttered profanity under was overheated and she was statement, Rosales “became paired vehicle. Alyssa Jacklyn Rosales, 22, 10:49 p.m. in answer to a bat- her breath while advising that stranded at the Budget Inn irate” when she and the victim The victim, according to re- of Bradenton, was arrested in tery complaint. she was leaving.” (Peace Valley Motel) on U.S. arrived. ports, was forced to lay on the connection to the incident and It was at the home on South Ofc. Fort, though, had other 17. The suspect, the report hood to keep from falling be- booked into the county jail at 10th Avenue that Ofc. Fort met plans and detained Rosales. The sister and the victim states, reportedly punched the neath the car, as the woman 11:56 p.m. by Ofc. Kaelyn Fort with the victim, the suspect, Dep. Darius Johnson arrived on then reportedly traveled to the victim several times in the sideswiped the side of the on charges of battery, aggra- and the suspect’s sister. scene and stayed with the sus- Budget Inn to render aid. See HOOD A2 Wauchula Driver Charged To Bid Out Taxing Wait With DUI In Insurance By TOM STAIK Bicycle Wreck Of The Herald-Advocate The City of Wauchula is By TOM STAIK age to the front right near the seeking health insurance bids Of The Herald-Advocate headlight, passenger side mir- ahead of a possible renewal A Zolfo Springs man is fac- ror was broken and hanging by next month of current health ing a felony DUI count after re- a wire, and the passenger win- care provider Florida Blue. portedly plowing into a dow was broken,” Tpr. Haus- The Wauchula City Commis- bicycler over the weekend. sler noted. sion voted unanimously to ap- Daniel Araujo, 28, was The sole occupant of the ve- prove issuing a request for booked into the Hardee County hicle, according to the report, proposals at a specially called Jail on Saturday, July 4, around was Araujo. meeting held electronically on 2 a.m. by the Florida Highway According to the report, Dep. June 29. Patrol on charges of DUI in- John Layport reportedly told Represented by agent Albrit- volving serious bodily injury the trooper that Araujo said he PHOTOS BY TOM STAIK and leaving the scene of an ac- ton Insurance, the city was Customers line the outside wall of the Hardee County Tax Collector last Thursday had “hit a deer near the area of cident involving serious bodily briefed on the proposal by Der- as they wait for a chance to see a clerk inside. 7-Mile Point.” ren Bryan. injuries. Both charges are Araujo reportedly had a “We will not be getting our felonies. slightly different version of renewal from our current car- According to arrest reports events when he spoke to the rier until the next two and a Polk Outage by the Florida Highway Patrol, trooper. half weeks or so,” Bryane said. the accident reportedly oc- “When I asked him where he “If we are going to check other Bringing Long curred at around 6:35 p.m. on was coming from, he stated a carriers we need to get it into July 3 near the intersection of friend’s house and told me he the market place now.” State Road 64 and Melear struck a deer on State Road Florida Blue, the current car- Lines In Hardee Dairy Road and involved a 66,” the trooper noted, adding rier, will still be able to partici- By TOM STAIK white colored flat-bed truck that the man’s sentences were pate. Of The Herald-Advocate that struck a cycler and then incoherent and hard to under- “Florida Blue can still partic- Customers faced stifling heat last Thursday as fled the scene. stand. ipate and can still give the re- they waited outside the Hardee County Tax Collec- Trooper Brett Haeussler was See WRECK A2 newal mid-process,” Bryan tor’s Office for a chance to conduct their business dispatched to the wreck more said. inside. than an hour and a half later at Bidders are being asked to “They are lined up all the way around the build- 8:06 p.m., according to the re- bid the city’s current benefit ing,” Jacki Johnson, Hardee County Tax Collector port. structure and provide an alter- told The Herald-Advocate by phone. While enroute to the acci- nate bid that would eliminate The longer-than-usual wait times, exasperated by dent, the trooper was redirected the city’s current deductible re- reduced capacity due to COVID-19 social distanc- to the area of State Road 64 quirement for all prescriptions. ing precautions, went into overdrive last week due and Brantwood Drive where “It would help employees to complications with the Polk County Tax Collec- deputies with the Hardee quite a bit,” Bryan said. tor’s computer network. County Sheriff’s Office had Under the existing Florida “We have a lot of people coming down from Polk Using tax bills as makeshift fans, cus- stopped a white flat-bed truck Blue plan, individual emplyees County,” Johnson said. tomers wait in the summer sun last matching the description of the must meet a $2,500 deductible The Polk County Tax Collector began week for the opportunity to pay their vehicle involved in the wreck. See INSURANCE A2 See WAIT A2 taxes. “The vehicle had body dam- Araujo

WEATHER Lanier Promoted To County Public Works Director DATE HIGH LOW RAIN 06/30 93 74 0.00 By MICHAEL KELLY ment and had worked ex- Mike Thompson voted 07/01 92 71 0.00 Of The Herald-Advocate tensively with private sec- against the confirmation, 07/02 91 72 0.00 07/03 93 71 0.00 The new director of tor developers and stating he felt Lanier was 07/04 92 71 0.00 public works will be a fa- construction companies less than forthcoming with 07/05 91 72 0.15 miliar face after County before taking the job with information regarding the 07/06 91 71 0.72 Manager Lawrence Mc- the county. delayed bridge projects Rainfall to 07/06/2020 - 20.05 Same period last year - 26.18 Naul decided to promote He was also one of six during a May meeting. Ten Year Average - 49.45 Noey Flores said he has Source: Univ. of Fla. Ona Research Center from within when nomi- finalist interviewed for the nating interim director county manager position known Lanier a long time INDEX Randall Lanier to take last year. and he supports him and over the position perma- McNaul said Lanier promoting from within be- Classifieds ...... B3 nently. stood out over the other fore making a motion to Courthouse Report . . . . .B9 County Commissioners two applicants seeking the confirm the appointment. Crime Blotter ...... A8 confirmed the appointment position. Chairman Rick Knight Entertainment ...... B7 with a 4-1 vote during “Randall was selected told Lanier he had big Fort Meade Times ...... B5 their meeting Thursday. based on feedback from shoes to fill when replac- Hardee Living ...... B4 Lanier has been filling his peers, employees and ing Wheeler, who he said Information Roundup . .A3 the role on an interim basis the contractors I reached did a lot of positive things Obituaries ...... A9 since the retirement of out to,” McNaul said. “The while working for the Puzzles ...... B8 county engineer/public public and employees have county. works director Ken approached me supporting McNaul said the county Wheeler earlier this year. him.” will rely on contract engi- He previously served as He added Lanier was neering services instead of FILE PHOTO the project manager for the also the county employee hiring another county en- Randall Lanier Road and Bridge Depart- of the year two years ago. gineer. A2 The Herald-Advocate, July 9, 2020

THE HOOD erald- dvocate Continued From A1 H HARDEE COUNTY’SAHOMETOWN COVERAGE mouth before he pushed Ros- the report. highway and took him to her According to the report, the MICHAEL R. KELLY ales who then “fell into the The suspect, according to a home and called authorities, suspect “attempted to sit down, Co-Publisher and Editor bushes” and became “even witness statement, reached according to the report. drag her feet, push back, and JAMES R. KELLY more mad.” speeds of 60 miles per hour in According to the report, Ros- pull her arms away” as Ofc. Despite the alleged attack, the vehicle – with the man still ales reportedly told lawmen Fort and Lt. Thomas Fort es- Co-Publisher the victim attempted to still on the hood – before coming to that she did not run over the corted her to a squad car. NOEY DeSANTIAGO render assistance with the sus- a stop at the light at West Bay victim and that “he jumped on The victim who was treated Production Manager TOM STAIK pect. Street. the hood of her car and that she by Hardee County Fire Rescue Managing Editor As the victim shut the hood, At the light, the victim re- did drive off with (the victim) reportedly suffered a busted DARLENE WILLIAMS the suspect reportedly turned portedly attempted to dislodge on the hood.” lip, a scrape on the forearm of Assistant on the car and struck the man himself from the hood but was “Alyssa was very irate and his right arm, and a scrape on Production Manager who “was hanging onto the unsuccessful. did not want to speak to law his right leg through his ripped 115 S. Seventh Ave. • P.O. Box 338 hood of the vehicle to keep According to reports, the enforcement any further,” Ofc. jeans. Wauchula, FL 33873 from being ran over.” victim eventually fell from the Fort noted. “I advised Alyssa Damage to the building was Phone: (863) 773-3255 • Fax: (863) 773-0657 The suspect, with the victim vehicle in the middle of U.S. she was under arrest for battery estimated at $250, and yellow still on the hood, reportedly 17 near the CVS building. on (the victim). Alyssa advised paint from the structure was [email protected] clipped the side of the Budget The sister, who witnessed the that she was not under arrest documented on the side of the [email protected] Inn building and then sped off alleged attack, picked up the and that she was not going any- suspect’s white Impala, accord- [email protected] south on U.S. 17, according to victim from the middle of the where.” ing to the report. [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] INSURANCE Continued From A1 Published weekly on Thursday at Wauchula, Florida, by the Herald- Advocate Publishing Co. Inc. Periodical Postage paid at U.S. Post Office, Wauchula, FL 33873 and additional entry office and families must meet a $5,000 de- to better utilize our resources,” Atchley provide more data and information to the (USPS 578-780). “Postmaster,” send address changes to: ductible before being eligible for the in- said. city for planning purposes and the poten- The Herald-Advocate, P.O. Box 338, Wauchula, FL 33873. surer’s copay on prescriptions. Added Bryan: “The only change we are tial for a return of some unused premium Mayor Keith Nadasky urged officials to looking at is the removal of the deducta- (if any) to the city at the end of the year. DEADLINES: strive to “not cut” from the city’s current bles from the medicines.” The 30-day bid period began June 30. Hardee Living — Thursday 5 p.m. plan. Wauchula currently covers a fully in- Proposals are due and will be opened on School News & Photos — Thursday 5 p.m. City Manager Terry Atchley said offi- sured program, but officails are also ask- July 24. Sports — Thursday 5 p.m. (Weekend Events, Monday Noon) cials are not looking to make any cuts to ing for alternative bidding for a “Level Ranking by the city’s Insuarnce Com- General News — Monday 5 p.m. insurance but hoping the bid process may Funded Program.” Such an arrangement mittee will be held Aug. 3. Ads — Tuesday Noon open the door to cheaper rates. would be considered a partial self-insured A final recommendation for vote by the “We are not looking to diminsh benefits program by the state. Two benefits of such City Commissioners could come as soon SUBSCRIPTION RATES: in any way, we are just looking at options a plan would be a requirement the carrier as Aug. 10. Hardee County — 6 months, $26 • 1 year, $49 • 2 years, $95 Florida — 6 months, $29 • 1 year, $55 • 2 years, $109 Out of State — 6 months, $34 • 1 year, $59 • 2 years, $120 Online — 1 month, $5 • 6 months, $19 • 1 year, $37 • 2 years, $70 WRECK Continued From A1 LETTERS: The Herald-Advocate welcomes letters to the editor on matters of public interest. Letters should be brief, and must be written in Lawmen reported the southbound Melear Dairy to the traffic stop where he 1:18 a.m. on July 4 and trans- good taste, signed and include a daytime phone number. “smell of an alcoholic bever- Road when the white flat-bed was able to reassemble the de- ported to the Hardee County age” on the breath of Araujo truck “swerved into the bike.” bris into the damaged side Jail. during the roadside inter- The first deputy on scene, mirror of the truck. The Hardee County Sher- views. according to the report, found While examining the mir- iff’s Office also issued Araujo The trooper then traveled to the bicyclist “face down on ror, the trooper reportedly a citation of a driver in pos- the scene of the accident on the grass north of the roadway also spotted an opened beer session of an open container. Kelly’s Column State Road 64 at Melear Dairy with what appeared to be se- can on the passenger floor- Araujo was released from Road and spoke with several rious bodily injuries to his hip board. jail at 12:20 p.m. on July 4 By Jim witnesses. area.” A warrant was applied for – after posting $6,000 bond. According to the report, the The trooper, according to and granted – to draw blood The Florida Highway Patrol bicyclist entered State Road the report, recovered debris from Araujo for analysis. He provided no update on the 64 heading westbound from from the wreck and returned was taken into custody around condition of the bicyclist. Here is some good information on maintaining bone health from the Tufts University Health & Nutrition Letter from the Gerald J. and Dorothy R. Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy. "Our bones support us, literally, in everything we do. They WAIT ABOUT... protect our vital organs, store important minerals the body relies Continued From A1 Letters To Peavy’s Ponderings upon, and keep us moving. By Jonell Peavy "From childhood through early adulthood, our bones are The Editor experiencing system outages Sugar Possum of the late Truman Thomas busy taking up nutrients that help them grow, strengthen and on June 23. The Herald-Advocate build density. By age 30 bone density has peaked, and it begins The “technical difficulties,” welcomes letters to the edi- to decrease as we age. Bone loss can lead to osteoporosis, the according to the Polk County tor on matters of public in- terest. Letters should be thinning of bone that makes us more susceptible to fractures and Tax Collector’s website, re- I have always loved the study of words. In school my fa- potential disability. brief, and must be written in sulted in a “disruption to cer- good taste and include the vorite subjects were English, spelling and literature. Spelling Staying Strong: The key to building and maintaining bone tain computer systems.” writer’s full name, address came natural for me. I didn't even have to think about it when is using our muscles. Roger Fielding, PhD, a professor of nutri- “We are continuing to work and daytime telephone asked to spell a word, and I always made 100 on all my spelling tion at the Friedman School, said, "When a muscle works against diligently to further investigate number for verification. tests. a force, the bone it is attached to responds. Cells inside the bone the source of this disruption, Letters must be received I think I made the statement in last week's column, "There send signals to stimulate bone growth." confirm its impact on our sys- by 5 p.m. on Monday to be are some things you don't forget", and one of the things I won't Dr. Fielding suggests regularly engaging in weight-bearing tems, and to restore full func- considered for that week’s ever forget was misspelling the word hamburger. It was in fifth activities such as walking, running, cycling and hiking and tionality to our systems,” edition. Submissions should grade. strengthening exercises such as weight-lifting, squats and high be typed or legibly written. according to the statement. Send letters to: Letters to The class was lined up for a spelling test and when someone intensity training. This provides stress bones need. As of Tuesday, the Bartow misspelled a word they had to go sit down. We were down to the "Even a small amount of regular physical activity is better the Editor, The Herald-Ad- and Lakeland offices had re- vocate, P.O. Box 338, last three of us and it was my turn to spell the next word. The than none at all. The key is to be active on a regular basis. We opened. Davenport and Lake Wauchula, FL 33873. Fax word was hamburger. I left the R out and spelled it hamburger. are more likely to keep up with an activity if we actually like Wales offices remained closed. to (863) 773-0657. Some things you will never forget. doing it." I still love English, spelling and literature as much as I did Eating Well: A healthy diet promotes strong, healthy bones in school, but the way I think about their meaning has changed throughout every stage of life. Some foods and nutrients are par- as I've gotten older. For instance, look at the two words: wants ticularly associated with bone health: and needs. There will always be something you would like to Fruits and Vegetables: One reason could be their role in W. Lawrence Culp Jr. is the new board chairman and chief have even though you don't go out and get it. It is something you maintaining the body's acid-base balance. Diets high in proteins executive officer of the famous General Electric Company. He don't really have to have, so therefore it is a want. and grains are acid producing. Acids increase as kidney function helped achieve first-year goals of reducing debt and strengthen- According to the dictionary wants are there to make life a declines, a natural occurrence with aging. When acids in the ing the business. little more enjoyable. Needs, on the other hand, are the necessi- body increase, alkaline compounds are released from the bones GE's "purpose" is "building a world that works." GE has ties such as food and water for your body to keep you going, to neutralize the acid. This weakens the bones. 205,000 employees and global operations in over 170 countries. clothing to keep you warm, and shelter to live in. You should eat five to 10 servings of fruits and vegetables Total revenue in 2019 was $95.2 billion, compared with $97.0 A need is something you have to have to survive. Some- a day, says Bess Dawson-Hughes, MD, director of the Bone Me- billion in 2018. Net earnings per share in 2019 was a loss of 62 times we confuse our wants with our needs. We want a certain tabolism Laboratory at the Human Nutrition Research Center on cents, compared with a loss of $2.62 in 2018. That's progress. thing so bad sometimes, that we start to look at it as a need. Just Aging. Dawson-Hughes said most people eat twice the recom- GE ended 2019 with orders of $90.2 billion and a backlog remember, a need is a necessity––a want is a luxury. mended amount of grain and half the recommended amount of of $404 billion. Total borrowings (debt) at the end of 2019 were I love doing word search games. It is one of the first things fruits and vegetables, thus leading to excess acids in the body. $90.8 billion, down from $103.6 billion the year before. Again, I do when I get The Herald-Advocate every week. I also love to Calcium: Dietary calcium is critical for building bone mass progress. read books or articles that teach you how to do things you would when we are young and helping preserve it as we age. Some 90 GE's segment operations are power, healthcare, renewable like to learn to do. YouTube is my "go-to place" if I don't know percent of calcium in the body is stored in the bones. Calcium is energy, capital and aviation. GE makes a lot of jet engines, hydro how to fix something. Life is a learning experience and the more essential to many functions in the body. If a person does not take and wind turbines, precision health equipment, and financial so- you know and the more you learn will enrich the quality of life in the amount of calcium the body needs, the bones will release lutions for GE customers. in your quest to stall off Old Man Time. calcium to make up the difference––fixing the imbalance but For his work and leadership Culp earned a base salary in I have always had a thirst for learning, and I try to convey weakening the bones. High dietary sources of calcium are dairy 2019 of $2.5 million, an annual bonus of $5.6 million, and in- that knowledge to all my grandchildren. I don't think you ever products such as milk, yogurt and cheese, canned salmon, dark ducement grant stock options based on performance, possibly as get too old to learn. You may not be able to carry out what you leafy greens, beans, fortified beverages, and tofu made with cal- high as $15.5 million if 3-year stock price returns are met (not have learned, but it sure is fun to read about it. cium salts. guaranteed). Culp is 56 and graduated from Washington College Jonell Peavy lives in Avon Park and can be reached at 863-453- Vitamin D: Vitamin D is as important to bone health as plus an MBA from Harvard Business School. 3589. calcium because it is necessary for calcium absorption. Vitamin Tom Brady will reportedly make $25 million a year guar- D is made in the skin when exposed to sunlight. A few foods, anteed for the next two years with the Tampa Bay Bucs. In 20 including some fatty fish, egg yolk and liver, contain Vitamin D, years with the New England Patriots Brady played in nine Super and it is added to a number of foods, including milk and some Bowls and won six of them. He does not throw nearly as many Corrections cereals and juices. interceptions as Jameis Winston, who made $20 million in 2019 Vitamin K: Vitamin K may also be important in the regu- with the Bucs and was not resigned to a big long-term contract. lation of bone formation. Low levels of Vitamin K have been as- Winston will be backup to Drew Brees this fall with the New At The Herald-Advocate, we want accuracy to be a sociated with low bone density. Orleans Saints. given, not just our goal. If you believe we have printed Protein: Adequate protein intake is important for bone Brady can throw a football and direct an NFL offense better an error in fact, please call to report it. We will review the health, but too much protein may actually be bad for bones. Pro- than Culp. I'm rooting for both guys to have success in the next information, and if we find it needs correction or clarifi- tein helps preserve muscle mass and using muscles helps build couple of years, being a Buc season ticket holder and owning a cation, we will do so here. bone. few shares of GE. To make a report, call Editor Michael Kelly at 773- Supplements: "Food is generally the best way to get the –––––– 3255. nutrients we need," says Dr. Dawson-Hughes. The Kansas City Chiefs, who won the Super Bowl earlier In 2018 the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force on fall and this year, have signed quarterback Patrick Mahomes to a 10-year fracture prevention concluded many older adults should avoid extension valued at $400 million, with a $140 million injury taking vitamin D and calcium supplements to prevent falls and guarantee. $40 million a year to be the current top NFL quar- fractures and focus on being more physically active instead. "So, terback seems a bit high. Tampa Bay is scheduled to host Kansas ATTENTION SUBSCRIBERS aim for a healthy dietary pattern and regular activity to help build City on Nov. 29. and maintain strong bones." –––––– If you are moving or changing your –––––– Now there is talk of renaming the NFL Washington Red- address, please let our subscription Dr. Elver Hodges of rural Zolfo Springs lived to be 107. He skins and the Cleveland Indians in order to be more politically passed away Sept. 25, 2019, and was born Aug. 2, 1912. correct. The Seminole Indian tribe is proud that FSU's teams are department know as soon as possible His daughter Margaret Blanco will sell his home and 20 called the Seminoles. so your service will not be delayed. acres and move to Albany, N.Y., where her sister Kathy Hodges Can you name a football team after Motherhood and Apple lives. Pie? Maybe those names would not be offensive to anyone...ex- 863-773-3255 –––––– cept those who favor Fatherhood and Cherry Pie! 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Feed My Sheep Hardee County Traffic Safety Open Today Special Team Meets Third The Feed My Sheep food Needs Resumes Wednesday pantry, 204 W. Palmetto The Hardee County Com- Street, Wauchula, will be Meetings Hardee County Special munity Traffic Safety Team open and having regular meets the third Wednesday distribution today (Thurs- Needs has resumed meet- ings. The support groups is of each month from 10 to day), July 9, from 9 a.m.-1 11 a.m. The meetings are p.m.. for parents and family members of children with open to the public. Those participating are The July meeting will be asked to stay in their vehi- special needs. The next meeting will be June 27 at held online. If anyone is in- cles. Food will be placed terested in participating into your vehicle. 10 a.m. Meetings are held at 207 N 7th Avenue in please, contact Tammy Produce will be available Pearson at 863-773-4097 or on Friday, July 10, from Wauchula. Doors will open 30 minutes prior to start tnicholson@wauchulapo- 10:30 a.m. until noon. lice.com. No identification is re- time. All meetings will adhere The team includes mem- quired, but those receiving bers of the Florida Depart- services must be a Hardee to social distancing guide- lines. Additionally, the ment of Transportation, the County resident, transient, Hardee County Road and or homeless. spaces will be wiped down and sanitized both before Bridge Department, several and after the meetings. law enforcement agencies, Services Times the Department of Health Change and more. At meetings, at- Pool Open tendees discuss roads that Florida's First Assembly need attention. of God is meeting on site For Summer with guidelines and social Swim Masons Meet distancing seating for a The Hardee County pub- safer worship experience. lic has opened for summer 2nd, 4th Mondays Masks are optional. Wor- swimming. Wauchula Lodge 17 shipers are asked to stay The pool will be open meets on the second and home if they feel sick or Monday through Saturday, fourth Monday of every have been around anyone from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. and month beginning at 6:30 sick. 2-4 p.m., and Sunday from p.m. for dinner with the Service times are Sunday 2-4 p.m. meeting to follow at 7:30 at 10:30 a.m. and Wednes- Admission is $3 per ses- p.m. day at 7 p.m. Adult commu- sion. nity groups meet at 9:30 For information call 863- Take Stock In a.m. on Sunday. KidVen- 773-3173. Children Seeks ture will be online only on Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Cen- Mentors tral Student Church will be Summer Want to share your life ex- online only at 7 p.m. on Extra-curricular, periences and wisdom with Wednesday. a high school student? Be- Sports Activities come a volunteer mentor Food Bank Takes To Begin for the Take Stock in Chil- Student summer extra- dren program. Hiatus Through curricular/sports programs Contact Danielle Ochoa July resumed June 15, with re- at 863-784-7343 to learn more. Cutting Edge Food Bank quired protocols in place. has announced a hiatus In order for a student to through July 28. participate in any sports Chamber Hardee families in a dire summer conditioning pro- Ambassadors emergency can call 863- gram, a physical packet 773-2484 for emergency must be up-to-date. Sports Meet First Friday food services. packets are currently avail- The Chamber Ambassa- A possible reopening day able for pickup at Hardee dors meet the first Friday of of July 28 is being consid- High School outside the each month at 8 a.m. at the ered. front office. Packets can be Java Café. The group printed from hhs.hardee.k1 meets for breakfast, dis- Scramble For 2.fl.us. cuss community events, and brainstorm on ways to Commerce CareerSource improve the local business Set For Aug. 22 community. 7:9p Open By For information contact The Hardee County Appointment the chamber office by email Chamber of Commerce All CareerSource Heart- at [email protected] and Fort Meade Chamber or call 863-773-6967. Elder Service American Legion of Commerce will host the land offices are open by ap- Save Your Lungs 3rd annual Scramble for pointment. Please call the Seeks Volunteers Meets First Commerce on Saturday, career center to schedule Volunteers are needed for Monday Save Your $$$ Aug. 22, from 8 a.m. – 1 services. New Mom Group the Florida Ombudsmen The Hardee County office The Herger-Williams Post CALL p.m. at River Greens Golf Meets In Sebring Program, a free government No. 2 of the American Le- Course in Avon Park. is located at 324 N 6th Ave, program under the Depart- 1 (877) U Can Now Wauchula, and is available AdventHealth offers a gion meets the first Monday For information call 863- ment of Elder Affairs. Volun- of each month except July For 773-6967. by calling 863-773-3474. support group for women teers will visit residents For information visit who are pregnant or have and September at 6 p.m. at living in extended care facil- 117 W. Palmetto St., A Personal www.careersourceheart- young children, which ities to help ensure they’re land.com. meets at Sebring’s Ad- Wauchula. Contact is Mike “Quit Coach” being treated with dignity Rouse (863) 781-0296. ventHealth Wellness Cen- and respect. Volunteers From ter, 4005 Sun ‘N Lake Blvd. also participate in council Meetings are moderated by meetings, administrative as- Tobacco-Free a board-certified lactation sessments and complaint Florida consultant. resolution in facilities. Email your Roundup The meetings are held Training and certification DOMESTIC VIOLENCE every-other Tuesday from are provided. To volunteer Don’t Know Where submissions to 10 to 11 a.m. If you’re inter- or learn about the program, ested in attending, call search for “Florida Long- To Turn For Help? s of H (863) 402-3405 to confirm ed op [email protected] Term Care Ombudsman CALL THE CRISIS LINE Se e the meeting dates and reg- Program” on Facebook or 1 (800) 500-1119 ister for the group. call 1 (888) 831-0404. Guido Evangelistic Association Metter, Ga.

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In a Even though the orangutans By MICHAEL KELLY Hill bridge. 28 pipes in about two months normal year the old saying is originate from the rain forests watch our orangutans and To date the county has spent with the current work schedule chimpanzees enjoying their Of The Herald-Advocate "March in like a lion and out of Southeast Asia and the County Commissioners $400,000 for materials and of 16 days per month. summer-themed enrichment were updated on the status of nearly $325,000 in equipment Once the structure passes all without a care in the world. the College Hill Road bridge and labor, which the county an- the compaction tests, work can Please consider a donation replacement last week and it ticipated as its contribution to proceed to laying asphalt and to our apes this summer. Your looks like it will be near the end the project. installing the guard rails, which gift today will ensure our sanc- of the year before it will be Mark Davies, an engineer Lanier estimates will take an tuary can continue to provide completed and open for traffic. with Kimley Horn, which the additional six to eight weeks. our apes with refreshing kiddie The project, which began county contracted to manage Weather permitting, he pools, tubs, and hot-weather last year, is nearly 75 percent the project following hopes to finish the College Hill treats. complete but complying with Wheeler’s departure, also at- project in November, well past We wish you and your fam- like a lamb" coordinating with chimpanzees from the African Florida Department of Trans- tended the meeting to provide the original estimated comple- ily a safe, healthy, and happy spring. Did we even have a forests, our sanctuary residents portation (FDOT) requirements an update on the work and his tion date of July 4. summer. spring this year? are accustomed to the North and the retirement of former recent discussions with FDOT Lanier said when the bridge Patti Ragan is founder of At the Center for Great Apes American climate, and they county engineer Ken Wheeler officials. is finished it should have a 75- the Center for Great Apes and in Florida, we have been expe- need to keep cool. has led to lengthy delays. Davies said the structure year life and will not have any can be reached at patti@cen- riencing summer-like weather We help ease the heat for the The county was awarded a failed density testing at various weight restriction, capable of terforgreatapes.org. The Cen- since March. Our weather has apes just like we humans $650,000 legislative appropri- locations between the 40 pipes handling a semi-tractor loaded ter for Great Apes is a been unseasonably warm (ac- would do - fans moving the air, ation three years ago to replace and culverts already in place. with a full fruit trailer. 501(c)(3) nonprofit organiza- tually HOT.) for the last couple misters blowing cool water, the one-lane bridges on College He said the county could The bridge on Center Hill tion, and tax-deductible dona- of months. This past week we sprinklers, tubs, and pools to Hill Road and Center Hill Road hire a company to inject chem- Road has been torn out and tions are always welcomed have experienced sweltering splash and play. Even cool but the money was funneled ical grout to meet the com- work will begin on it once the and appreciated. Visit heat and humidity with the water and juice, frozen fruit, through FDOT for reimburse- paction criteria or they could be Center Hill project is com- www.CenterforGreatApes.org heat index up to 110 for days ice treats and an ape-favorite, ment once work was com- redone in place with better pleted. or call (863) 767-8903 for in a row. We like to call it the fruitcicles. pleted. compaction. Lanier said it should be more information on how you "Ape Days of Summer." It's This has been a difficult year FDOT officials are requiring Lanier said county staff completed much quicker be- can help these intelligent great hot for the human caregivers so far due to the pandemic. the work to be completed to could dig down between the cause it only consists of seven apes. but even more so for the There hasn't been a lot to smile their specifications or the pipes to remove the fill mate- large pipes compared to the 40 county risks jeopardizing the rial and recompact one pipe per for the other project. reimbursement. day and that would be a much He said as long as the New public works director cheaper alternative than paying weather cooperates this fall and Randall Lanier said the county to have grout injected. winter, the Center Hill bridge budgeted $350,000 for the ma- He estimated that county should be completed and open terials to complete the College staff can complete the work on to traffic by April 1, 2021. Wauchula Native To Be A Featured Performer In Mask-A-Rade Fundraiser Highlands Lakeside Theatre ties to donate to a great cause.” as a duet with Dawn Smith. is hosting a Mask-A-Rade Gala Cocktails will be served in All performers and patrons on July 25 at 7 p.m. to raise Anthony's Lounge and on wear masks throughout the COVID-19 relief funds for the Frank's Deck, with the atmos- evening and unveil at the end of establishment. phere accentuated by live the second act. Masks can be “Like all non-profit organiza- music. decorated masquerade ball style tions, being closed for 2 months There will be an eclectic mu- or be a decorated medical and re-opening to a reduced ca- sical revue show featuring per- mask. pacity has been difficult finan- formances in the Thakkar There will be opportunities to cially,” said organizer Jen Pavilion. bid on silent auction items Westergom. “So, we are going Marcus Connerly, of along with a contest for the to do what we do best and allow Wauchula, is slated to perform people's choice mask through- our wonderful patrons to give two songs: out the evening. back and help HLT through this –Marc Cohn’s ‘Walking in Tickets are $25 and available unprecedented time. 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Because spent it. ter life in the pate in to 80. government decided that was Okay, it’s only lunch time, United States. Synagogue. Yeah, I used “worrying basic to protecting the lives of and already my freedom has Berlin was five Speaking about” in the first example and my fellow motorists and my- been denied me in nine ways, when the family arrived at Ellis Island in New about “God Bless America,” he said: "To me, “thinking about” in the second. self. I didn’t have the right to all designed to protect me or York Harbor. The family did not find instant ’God Bless America' was not just a song but an When you’re nearly 80 per- drive on the left. my employees or my fellow wealth; what they found was opportunity. expression of my feeling toward the country to cent as old as an antique, you Early in my driving experi- citizens. Berlin became a successful songwriter and which I owe what I have and what I am." Ap- are likely to be appreciative of ence, government decreed that None of these, I suspect, did singer (his first hit was “Alexander’s Ragtime parently, though his faith was not personal, he the time already allotted to I had to wear a seatbelt. It de- as good a job of protecting my Band”). When World War I broke out, he was sensed he was blessed to live in a country you, reflecting more on your prived me of my right to go life, and the lives of those writing songs for Broadway musicals. It was where he had the freedom to be more than Rus- blessings than on your unfin- flying head first through my around me, as wearing a face then he wrote a song called “God Bless Amer- sia would have ever allowed. ished plans. ica” for a patriotic revue. The song, however, “God Bless America” is now 102 years old. This typically rambling didn’t work in that show, so it was shelved. It has seen its way through two World Wars, a monologue is brought on by There it gathered dust for 20 years. Great Depression, a Great Recession, wars in the only reason I have seen In 1938, war clouds were gathering in Eu- Korea, Vietnam, Kuwait, Iran, and cited by federal, state and local rope. Patriotism began to surge in the United Afghanistan. Three Presidents died since the governments for refusing to States. A patriotic radio special was planned for song was first written and nuclear bombs were mandate wearing of masks to November 11, 1938, Armistice Day. Berlin exploded. Communistic Russia was created reduce the spread of Covid-19: was asked to contribute a song. He pulled out and died during the lifespan of the song. In It denies the rights of the his old song and reworked it, writing a new in- 1918, when Berlin first wrote the song, there wearers to die of the cause of windshield in case some other mask today during the worst troduction for Kate Smith to sing: "While the was no paved coast to coast road in the United their own choosing. motorist chose to exercise his American pandemic in 100 storm clouds gather far across the sea / Let us States. “God Bless America” has witnessed the If quite a few innocent by- creative motoring rights by years. swear allegiance to a land that's free / Let us all rise of radio, TV, computers, indoor plumbing, standers are lost in the process driving on the left. Yeah, I’m willing to surren- be grateful for a land so fair, / As we raise our the internet, and air-conditioning. because of their refusal ... well And I was required to stop der my right to die of the coro- voices in a solemn prayer." Though the intro- In times of crisis, it is still the song we reach ... stuff happens. for every stop sign I came to, navirus, even if it means duction is seldom sung today, it stated Berlin’s for. Who can forget members of Congress A few days ago, I began re- even if I was pretty sure that I wearing a face mask. clear intention: this song was a prayer, like a standing on the steps of the capitol building on flecting on how many of my could avoid a wreck if I sped –––––– psalm. His father was a cantor in the syna- the night of September 11, 2001, Republicans “rights” are denied to me by up to run through it ahead of (S. L. Frisbie is retired. Three gogue. Berlin would have known all about a and Democrats, singing together “God Bless my government. an approaching car. Another things that alarm him — and song containing a prayer. America.” We sing it when we dedicate me- Until my retirement a little right denied me. he is not easily alarmed — are The song became an instant hit, a second, un- morials, when we gather for a sporting event, more than 10 years ago, I A whole new list of rights that the number of new cases official national anthem. It was sung at both when we celebrate the 4th. began each weekday by driv- were denied me as an em- in the nation is reported in the Republican and Democratic conventions and In this strange year, we need to reach for this ing to work. ployer when I got to the office. thousands per day in each rallies. Communities would sing the song at song again, not just to sing it, but to offer it as As I got into my car, I in- I could not hire a 14-year- state, and the national death War Bond rallies and 4th of July celebrations the prayer it was meant to be: stinctively felt my hip pocket old to operate a printing press; toll typically is emphasized during World War 2. The song made its film God Bless America, to be sure I had my driver’s li- I could not pay employees less only when the numbers go up debut in 1943, in an Army film called “This is Land that I love. cense. Two of the most excit- than the minimum wage; I by increments of 25,000 (re- the Army (not a great title).” The star of the Stand beside her, ing days of my life were my could not require staff mem- cently reaching 125,000). Or film was Ronald Reagan. And guide her, 14th birthday, when I got my bers to work more than 40 how the number of deaths is The song had detractors, of course. The Through the night, restricted license, and my 16th hours without paying over- compared to American lives KKK opposed the song because it was written With the light from above. birthday, when I got my oper- time. lost in the nation’s wars: first, by a Jewish immigrant. Arlo Guthrie thought Hardee County native Clay Smith is lead pastor ator’s license. When I went out to lunch, the Vietnam War, and a few the song glossed over the troubles of the United at Alice Drive Baptist Church in Sumter, S.C. Government denied me the the place I chose to eat had to weeks later, World War I.) States, and in response wrote “This Land is He and his brother and sister still own the fam- right to drive until I reached Your Land, this Land is My Land.” Others ily ranch in the Lemon Grove community east those ages and first could were troubled by the overt religious tone of the of Wauchula. You can follow him at unlikely- demonstrate my knowledge of rules of the road, and then my song. clay.com. Paw’s Corner To Your Good Health By Sam Mazzotta DEAR PAW'S CORNER: When K-9s and service ani- By Keith Roach, M.D. My parents and I were mals are working, the best way marching in a demonstration, to help them is to leave them DEAR DR. ROACH: year and have noticed I fre- sugar in milk. Many people someone with inability to ab- and we passed two police of- be. Petting a service dog can What can you tell me about quently experience stomach cannot tolerate lactose and if sorb fructose is to reduce or ficers who each had a police confuse it or cause it to lose fructose intolerance and/or cramps after eating grapes they eat too much of it will avoid fructose by itself. That dog. I love German Shep- focus on the task it's supposed malabsorption? Is there a ge- and green apples, specifically. have cramping and diarrhea. means reducing foods and bev- herds and I wanted to pet one to be doing. Petting a K-9 netic predisposition to this? I am a vegetarian, and my Unlike lactose intolerance, erages sweetened with high- of their dogs, but my parents trained in apprehension can get Can it develop later in life? diet consists of lots of fruits which has a simple diagnostic fructose corn syrup, which is wouldn't let me. Why was it your fingers nipped, or worse. What are the symptoms, and and vegetables. I'm wonder- breath test, there is no com- present in many products; eat- wrong to pet them? If, and only if, a service dog's how is it diagnosed? What ing if I may have an issue monly available test for fruc- ing high-fructose fruits only –David, via email owner or a K-9's handler in- type of doctor can best make with fructose. I hope not! tose intolerance. with meals; and reducing DEAR DAVID: K-9 police vites you to approach, should a diagnosis? I've read con- What are your thoughts? Fructose is a simple sugar, honey intake. dogs, just like service animals, you do so. flicting reports online regard- called a monosaccharide, and is Sorbitol, a sugar alcohol are working dogs that are Police departments some- ing the breath analysis test. –D.K. found in many fruits, especially used as a sweetener in "diet" or trained to accomplish compli- times put on demonstrations or Can it be treated, or must one ANSWER: Fructose intoler- apples, pears, cherries and "sugarless" foods, tends to cated tasks. When they're at other events with their K-9s to eliminate foods containing ance is common, but it is sel- dates. Fructose is also found in worsen fructose intolerance work, they should not be dis- meet the public. If you want to fructose completely from dom diagnosed. One cause, honey and is part of the disac- and should be avoided. turbed, even with a well-mean- meet the dogs and ask ques- one's diet? hereditary fructose intolerance, charide sucrose (table sugar), A vegetarian diet is very ing pat. tions of the police officers My father was diagnosed is a genetic disorder that can where it is combined with glu- healthy for most people, and A K-9 may be trained to help about what their workday is with some sort of fructose cause serious symptoms in in- cose. What is fascinating yet you shouldn't have to give up apprehend suspects, or to de- like, these are good opportuni- problem years ago. I have no fants and children, but it is usu- poorly understood is that when your fruits. Just following some tect illegal substances, or to ties to do so. When fairs and other information about his ally mild in adults. The fructose is consumed with glu- simple rules should reduce or perform search and rescue. other public events start up condition as he has passed symptoms of fructose intoler- cose, it is absorbed better by eliminate your symptoms. They are large, energetic dogs, again, find out if and where any away. I have developed some ance are very similar to another people with fructose intoler- (c) 2020 North America Synd., Inc. and though they're well- such demonstrations are taking intestinal issues over the past sugar intolerance -- lactose, the ance. Therefore, the goal in All Rights Reserved trained, they can be aggressive. place. When a neighbor and their dog Send your questions, comments approach on the sidewalk, the and tips to ask@pawscor- polite way to interact is to ask ner.com. permission to pet the dog. (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Heidi Radunovich, a up, you may not be able to your hands together in front of Diva UF/IFAS psychologist, shares sleep at night, these are all you. Sit straight (while still tips and tools to keep in your signs that people are stressed, comfortable) with shoulders By Angela Shelf Medearis mental health tool kit. and things are getting to them. back, chest out. Close your Be aware of your body and eyes. Slowly take in a breath Limit News Consumption your moods, and once you no- and keep inhaling slowly until A Cool Salad for Hot Sum- Food Network show "Throw- CALYPSO CORN AND Television news outlets tice these stress signals, seek you can no longer take in any- mer Days down With Bobby Flay." I de- BLACK BEAN SALAD share 24/7 coverage on devel- calming activities that will help more air. Exhale slowly. 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Try bell pepper, jalapeno, cilantro, you will feel. activity, keeping yourself busy your breathing until both of came one of my all-time fa- this delicious salad, and you'll lime juice, oil, sugar, salt and It is important to control and being productive can add you are breathing in and out at vorites when I was challenged feel like a winner, too! pepper in a large bowl. Taste what you can control. Doing to your sense of control and the same time. by chef Bobby Flay on his and adjust seasonings. Cover what you can with concrete improve your mental well- and chill one hour or overnight things like storm preparation being. Seek Additional Support If to combine flavors. Serves 4 to will help reduce anxiety. You Are Struggling 6. With COVID-19 in mind, Do Some Breathing Even with these tips in prac- Angela Shelf Medearis is an consider adding hand sanitizer Exercises tice, it can be hard to cope. 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District Lands – Your Questions Answered (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc., and Angela Shelf Medearis Every year, millions of people visit public conservation lands purchased by the Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) and its partners to protect Florida’s water re- Letter To The Editor sources. Ellen Morgan Morrison, the District’s Operations and Land Management Assistant Bureau Chief explains more about District owned and managed lands and how the public can enjoy A Fond Farewell To The Danielle Upton Family these properties. Dear Editor: her very first congregation. oring Pastor Danielle. church. She will be missed and This is one of the saddest let- Since I was not a member in Yes, Pastor Danielle, Stuart, is definitely loved. I wish her Q: Why does the Southwest Florida Water Management ters I have had to write. After the beginning of her ministry, I and family have made an im- the best and may her venture District buy lands? 11 years as pastor of First just recently was informed that pact in Wauchula. She will be be as much of a blessing to her A: One of the main ways the District carries out its mission United Methodist Church of her husband Stuart proposed missed, and everyone wishes new church as she has been to of balancing water needs and protecting the environment is by Wauchula, the Rev. Danielle marriage to her in the pulpit in her the best in her new posi- us. purchasing conservation lands especially those around springs, Upton will be leaving us to November 2009. They were tion. I don’t believe she will Sincerely, rivers, lakes, wetlands and estuaries. These lands serve as a nat- pastor another Methodist married not very long after the forget us as we have been her Connie Rowe ural buffer that filters out pollution from runoff before it reaches Church in Quincy, Florida. proposal. first congregation. I hope she Wauchula the nearest body of water or before soaking into the ground She will be the head pastor, and I was in the congregation will come back to visit and also recharging our aquifers. The District also buys lands to preserve her husband will be co-pastor. when Danielle announced she send us updates on her ministry and restore native Florida ecosystems that provide water re- Pastoring together will be an and Stuart were going to start a in Quincy. Don’t Let An sources benefits and water storage during hurricanes and other added blessing for both of family. With that announce- Farewell, Upton family. As a Eating Disorder major storm events. The District’s acquisition program has pri- them. ment, the congregation broke member of First United Control You marily been funded through state programs such as Save Our She came to our church in out in applause. Ian David Methodist Church of Rivers, Preservation 2000 and Florida Forever. July 2009 at the young age of Upton came along on October Wauchula, I am certain our EATING DISORDER HELPLINE 24. She was “wet behind the 31, 2013, and Caleb Joel Upton church family would be in Q: How much land does the District own? ears” as the old saying goes. followed on June 24, 2017. agreement with me to say that 1-888-344-8837 Danielle has grown and ma- Our Methodist women’s she has made a powerful im- or A: The District and its partners have acquired more than tured in our church as we were group had two luncheons hon- pact on Wauchula and our 1-800-931-2237 452,000 acres of conservation land to protect the 16-county re- gion’s water resources. More than 344,000 acres are open to the public for a variety of recreational activities. The remaining land is in private ownership but is protected through conservation easements. There are more than 50 District properties open to the public. There is at least one property located in 14 of the Dis- trict’s 16 counties. Many of these lands are maintained directly by the District and offer a more natural experience, while some of these properties are managed as city, county or state parks and offer a broader range of amenities.

Q: What happens on District lands? A: Each year, millions of people visit District lands for ac- tive and passive recreation. Some of the recreational activities available include hiking, bicycling, hunting, horseback riding, fishing, paddling, camping, picnicking and nature study. All of the lands are accessible by foot. Some require a reservation to access additional amenities by car, including campsites and fa- cilities accessible to the disabled. Free reservations are available on the District’s website at WaterMatters.org/Recreation.

Q: How does the District manage lands? A: The District manages its conservation lands to maintain and protect vital water functions and natural systems, which in- clude Florida’s unique plant and wildlife communities. Two pri- mary management tools include mimicking the natural fire cycle, known as a prescribed burn, that historically shaped Florida’s landscape and restoring areas that have been altered by previous activities such as ditching used to drain wetlands. In addition, the District will mechanically mow vegetation, and seed and plant native vegetation. These management techniques help to maintain healthy and abundant populations of game species, such as deer and turkey, and are important for Florida’s threat- ened and endangered species.

Q: Where can I get more information on visiting District lands? A: You can visit the District’s website to find a list of Dis- trict conservation lands and the associated recreational opportu- nities. You can also order a free Recreation Guide, a 152-page guide that features more than 50 properties owned by the District and includes detailed descriptions and a map for each property. The guides are free to all residents living in the District’s 16- county area. To order a free Recreation Guide or to find out more about District lands and visit WaterMatters.org/Recreation. Ellen Morgan Morrison, J.D. is the Operations and Land Management Assistant Bureau Chief for the Southwest Florida Water Management District. She oversees the District’s various land programs, including the acquisition, sale, management, and cooperative agreements with other local and state governmental organizations, along with recreation programs on District- owned land. A sixth generation Floridian, Morrison holds a law degree from Stetson University College of Law and has more than 25 years of experience in the legal field, specializing in real estate law. 7:2,9c July 9, 2020, The Herald-Advocate A7 SFSC Foundation Receives $40,000 Grant Invasive Plants Causing $120 Billion By DEBORAH BELL LATTER of June 2020 to March 2021. Special To The Herald-Advocate The grant covers tuition, housing, books, child In Damage Annually, But UF Scientists A $40,000 grant from the Community Foun- care, automobile repairs, and needs that would dation of Sarasota County has been awarded to otherwise prevent students from attending col- Have Plan To Help Slow Spread the South Florida State College (SFSC) Founda- lege. Recipients are identified by SFSC’s Office By BRAD BUCK to a study published in 2005 by the UF/IFAS School of Forest tion Inc. to benefit part-time students who are at- of Financial Aid. Special To The Herald-Advocate scientists at Cornell University. Resources and Conservation. tending SFSC in summer 2020, fall term 2020, “Because of grants from organizations such as Most people want their yard In Florida, such invasive “Lionfish are clearly invasive and spring term 2021. the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, to look good, but they likely species include the Burmese in Florida's marine waters and The grant comes from the Edward K. Roberts the SFSC Foundation can support the educational don’t know the differences be- python, lionfish, the Asian tiger consistent, directed public edu- Community College Fund, which was estab- goals of SFSC’s students,” said Jamie Bateman, tween an “invasive” plant and a and yellow fever mosquitoes, cation has been vital in helping lished by Roberts as a legacy to support Florida’s SFSC executive director of institutional advance- “native” one, say University of the air potato, Brazilian pep- reduce their impacts.” community colleges and other charitable organi- ment. “The funds from this grant allow our stu- Florida researchers. pertree, cogongrass, hydrilla In addition to the general zations. Managed by the Community Foundation dents to concentrate on their studies and prepare That’s why Basil Iannone and water hyacinth. Add that to public, the UF/IFAS faculty de- of Sarasota County, the fund continues Roberts’ for personally and financially rewarding careers.” and several of his UF/IFAS col- the $45 million spent to man- fined the terms so UF/IFAS Ex- vision of making higher education a priority, par- For information, contact Bateman at 863-453- leagues have come up with age invasive plants in Florida tension faculty, park and ticularly for those motivated to seek a better life 3133 or visit southflorida.edu. For information seven words to use and five to annually, and you’ve got a natural resource managers, hor- for themselves. about the Community Foundation of Sarasota eschew so we can all be clear costly problem that can be ticulturists, farmers, gardeners, SFSC’s grant funds are designated to provide County, visit cfsarasota.org. about the types of plants and helped by educating the public. landscapers and others can un- assistance to students who are attending college Deborah Bell Latter is the coordinator of in- animals that either help or hurt Shannon Carnevale, an derstand and appreciate the nu- part time and may not qualify for other forms of ternal communications at South Florida State our ecosystems. You can find agent for UF/IFAS Extension ances between the words. financial aid. Individual students may receive up College and can be reached at 863-784-7251 or the terminology and the defini- Polk County and a co-author of The list of words applies to to a maximum of $1,500 during the grant period [email protected]. tions of all the words in their the paper, said it’s important to all invasive species of plants, paper, published in the Journal give the public terminology it animals and pathogens, and of Extension. Here are a few of can understand, especially with therefore, it applies to your the key terms outlined in the complex subjects like inva- yard. paper along with their defini- sives. However, planting invasives tions. “My hope is that these terms does not comply with the prin- –“Native vs. nonnative”: A will help us communicate with ciples of Florida-Friendly native species is one that the public. I’m hoping people Landscaping™ (FFL). Those evolved in a specified geo- will recognize the term ‘inva- include “Right Plant, Right graphic area, whereas nonna- sive’ and take it as a warning,” Place.” There are many nonna- tive species have evolved Carnevale said. “I hope they tive species on the FFL list, but elsewhere. will think twice about planting they are not invasive. –“Introduced”: A species it, purchasing it as a pet, or re- “This terminology can help that has been brought to a new leasing it into our waterways.” FFL Extension agents teach the location by humans, either in- To help residents identify public about those plants that tentionally or unintentionally. whether plants and animals are are ‘invasive’ and help to edu- –“Invasive”: The species invasive, native and other key cate stakeholders on why the must be non-native, introduced words, contact the local removal of these species from and cause or be likely to cause UF/IFAS Extension county of- landscapes is needed,” Iannone environmental and/or economic fice. Residents can also consult said. “There are still many peo- harm to humans. the UF/IFAS Assessment of ple who have invasive species These terms are especially Nonnative Plants and the in their landscaping.” important in many occasions, Florida-Friendly Plant Data- Many landscapers are also but they’re critical for con- base. confused about what consti- sumers to understand when Jeff Hill, an associate profes- tutes an invasive plant versus, they go to the store to buy sor of fisheries and aquatic sci- say, a native plant that grows plants. ences and a co-author on the aggressively, he said. “I suspect they’re just buy- paper, said aquatic species pres- “There are too many terms ing plants that will look good in ent their own set of issues with pertaining to biological inva- COURTESY PHOTO Tina Stetson (left), SFSC director of financial aid; and Jamie Bateman, executive di- their landscape without full terminology and definitions. sions,” Iannone said. “While rector of institutional advancement, with a ceremonial check for $40,000 grant from consideration of longer-term “Consistent use of terms will academic debates about how to the Community Foundation of Sarasota County. environmental impacts,” said help anglers better understand use terms persist, practition- Iannone, an assistant professor the issue of invasive species, ers – such as those managing of landscape ecology in the assist in reducing new species invasive species – struggle to UF/IFAS School of Forest Re- introductions and aid in detect- manage them.” sources and Conservation. ing new invasions,” said Hill, a Brad Buck is a communications Invasive plants and animals faculty member at the UF/IFAS specialist with UF/IFAS and Paw’s Corner cause $120 billion in damage Tropical Aquaculture Lab in can be reached at bradbuck@u By Sam Mazzotta nationally each year, according Ruskin, Florida. TAL is part of fl.edu.

DEAR PAW'S CORNER: apprehend suspects, or to de- owner or a K-9's handler in- My parents and I were tect illegal substances, or to vites you to approach, should marching in a demonstration, perform search and rescue. you do so. and we passed two police of- They are large, energetic dogs, Police departments some- ficers who each had a police and though they're well- times put on demonstrations or dog. I love German Shep- trained, they can be aggressive. other events with their K-9s to herds and I wanted to pet one When a neighbor and their dog meet the public. If you want to of their dogs, but my parents approach on the sidewalk, the meet the dogs and ask ques- wouldn't let me. Why was it polite way to interact is to ask tions of the police officers wrong to pet them? permission to pet the dog. about what their workday is –David, via email When K-9s and service ani- like, these are good opportuni- DEAR DAVID: K-9 police mals are working, the best way ties to do so. When fairs and dogs, just like service animals, to help them is to leave them other public events start up are working dogs that are be. Petting a service dog can again, find out if and where any trained to accomplish compli- confuse it or cause it to lose such demonstrations are taking cated tasks. When they're at focus on the task it's supposed place. work, they should not be dis- to be doing. Petting a K-9 Send your questions, comments turbed, even with a well-mean- trained in apprehension can get and tips to ask@pawscor- ing pat. your fingers nipped, or worse. ner.com. Courtesy Photo/UF/IFAS A K-9 may be trained to help If, and only if, a service dog's (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc. The Lionfish is an invasive species that is causing serious harm to Florida’s ecosys- tem.

Lifetime Hardee County Resident Member of Ft. Green Baptist Church Former Member IDA/EDC Member Heartland Career Source Board (Veteran’s Rep) 43 yrs PRECO employee (Ret) 24 yrs FL Army National Guard (Ret) Former Member Hardee County Zoning Board Former Member Indigent Health Care Board Former Member 10th Circuit Judicial Nominating Committee Donald & Grandson, Elijah Samuels

Pd pol adv pd for and approved by Donald Samuels REP for Hardee County Commission, Dist.1 7:9c 7:9p A8 The Herald-Advocate, July 9, 2020 Crime Blotter As Seen From This Side By Jerry “Gray Wolf” Phillips Sheriff’s deputies and city police officers investigated the fol- booked into the county jail at 4:21 p.m. by Ofc. Fort on charges Wauchula lowing incidents and made the following arrests during the of retail theft, $1,000 bond, and violation of probation/commu- past week. All suspects or defendants are presumed innocent nity control, no bond. of the charges against them. June 29, a theft was reported at 3:15 p.m. in the 700 block There are times of desperation when celebrating life at a fu- HARDEE COUNTY of North 6th Avenue. neral that can be amusing. Such was the case of my father's pass- June 29, Shadarius Camel, 26, of Wauchula, was booked ing at 83 in January 1977. Looking back, my Dad was 41 when into the county jail at 8:56 a.m. by Cpl. M. Johnson on a charge June 30, Christopher Leonard Falkner, 31, of Wauchula, I was born in 1936. Today my youngest daughter Angel was born of battery/second or subsequent offense, no bond, petit theft, was booked into the county jail at 12:10 p.m. by Ofc. Fort on an when I was 41 in 1977. $500 bond, and criminal mischief, $500 bond. out-of-county warrant and held without bond. There was a rip within my family that even time could not June 29, a battery was reported at 12:37 p.m. in the 500 repair, caused by the stubbornness of both my Mom and my sis- block of Hancock Road. July 1, a theft was reported at 9:04 a.m. in the 1100 block ter Jennie. The rip was caused by nothing less of South 6th Avenue. than the funeral of my 8-year-old son. They be- June 30, Danielle Baker, 42, of Bowling Green, was booked July 1, a theft was reported at 9:50 a.m. in the 1100 block came so angry that I had completed funeral into the county jail at 7:35 p.m. by Dep. Johnson on a charge of of East Oak Street. plans with my ex-wife's parents, and ironically contempt of court/violation of domestic violence injunction and neither of us paid for the plans. My boss at the held on $500 bond. July 2, a theft was reported at 12:25 p.m. in the 500 block time covered all expenses, both in Florida and June 30, a theft was reported at 6:45 p.m. in the 1400 block of South 11th Avenue. in Georgia. of U.S. 17 North. July 2, a battery was reported at 5:05 p.m. in the 600 block They were so angry that my Mom would June 30, a shoplifting complaint was made at 8:40 p.m. in of South 5th Avenue. not allow any of my siblings to attend Mike's funeral. the 1800 block of U.S. 17 North. My Mom's funeral in '75 was a solemn sad ordeal with the July 3, Luis Fernando Vargas, 22, of Frostproof, was empathies on her having passed with cancer in contrast to my July 1, a theft was reported at 8:28 a.m. in the 2600 block booked into the county jail at 7:31 p.m. by Ofc. Fort on a charge Dad having passed with long months of lung cancer, then Mom of U.S. 17 North. of no valid driver’s license and held on $250 bond. passing the morning Dad had his voice box removed. July 1, a theft was reported at 9:10 a.m. near the intersection My Dad's funeral was a very happy occasion of his passing. of Martin Luther King Jr. and Will Duke Road. July 4, Alyssa Jacklyn Rosales, 22, of Bradenton, was There were many hours of enjoyment reminiscing about his life July 1, a theft was reported at 10:02 a.m. near the intersec- booked into the county jail at 11:56 p.m. by Ofc. Fort on charges even though he was wounded at 19 in World War I and was a tion of Whooping Crane Lane and Sandpiper Drive. of battery, no bond, aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, non-complaining cripple for the rest of his life. July 1, a theft was reported at 3:03 p.m. in the 2900 block no bond, hit-and-run/leaving scene of crash, $250 bond, and re- Not a day went by that something he said or did wasn't en- of Redbird Lane. sisting an officer without violence, $500 bond. joyable. We all laughed when he chopped his fingers in the July 1, a theft was reported at 6:05 p.m. in the 100 block of July 4, a theft was reported at 1:17 a.m. in the 800 block of sausage grinder, or the day he forced my brother Stanley to grow Carlton Street. East Oak Street. up by having to repair a huge tractor tire. Dad said he ruined it July 1, an animal bite was reported at 8:44 p.m. in the 1200 July 4, dangerous shooting was reported at 1:31 a.m. in the so Stanley paid for it. block of Morgan Grice Road. 700 block of Alabama Street. But the most touching thing my Dad ever did and he did it July 4, an animal bite was reported at 7:57 p.m. in the 100 for many years before explaining it to us kids. Every time we July 2, Alvin Xavier Thomas, 32, of Wauchula, was booked block of North 9th Avenue. needed money he would say the same thing, "Do you really need into the county jail at 1:34 a.m. by Dep. Hipple on a charge of it? You know I charge a high rate of interest." Yet he would trespassing/structure of conveyance and released at 3:13 a.m. on July 5, Michael Anthony Evans, 57, of Wauchula, was never take a dime back, ever. his own recognizance. booked into the county jail at 10:22 p.m. by Ofc. Fort on a parole One day Stanley needed $10 for a tire to go back to Cincin- July 2, Kimberly Sue Carroll, 39, of Bowling Green, was violation and held without bond. nati, Ohio. When Dad made that speech I called him on it, re- booked into the county jail at 10:33 a.m. by Dep. Rosado on a July 5, a fight was reported at 11:29 p.m. in the 100 block minding him he never took any money back. It was at that time charge of failure to appear and held on $250 bond. of West Oak Street. he simply said––you being able to do more for your child than I July 2, Nicolas Solano Perez, 27, of Wimauma, was booked was able to do for mine will cost a lot more than I spent on you, into the county jail at 3:40 p.m. by Dep. Schmidt on a charge of BOWLING GREEN POLICE thus the high cost of interest. no valid driver’s license and released at 5:46 p.m. after posting July 1, a shoplifting complaint was made at 2:21 p.m. in the In all my years I never knew of him turning one of us down, $250 bond. 5200 block of U.S. 17 North. nor did he ever mention anything he ever did to help another in- July 2, Genaro Ramirez Mateo, 51, of Zolfo Springs, was dividual. booked into the county jail at 9:21 p.m. by Sgt. Adler on a charge July 3, Alexandria Jada Gaston, 22, of Spartanburg, S.C., That's a memory of Dad I'll carry for life and hope to pass of disorderly intoxication and held in lieu of a $250 bond. was booked into the county jail at 11:15 p.m. by Ofc. Wright on it on. July 2, criminal mischief was reported at 9:21 a.m. in the a charge of battery and held without bond. –––––– 2700 block of Crews Road. July 3, a battery was reported at 10 p.m. in the 800 block A Floridian never retires and moves north, not even to July 2, a counterfeiting complaint was made at 2:34 p.m. in of Pleasant Way. Alaska, the last frontier. When you have the best, nothing looks the 1000 block of U.S. 17 South. better. July 4, dangerous shooting was reported at 8:58 p.m. on Who in their right mind would stare up at an open sky and July 3, Charlie Rivers, 70, of Wauchula, was booked into County Line Road near Snelling Avenue. say this beats Florida beaches any day. No, they load up as much the county jail at 8:51 a.m. by Dep. Helms on a charge of viola- July 4, a theft was reported at 11:35 a.m. in the 3400 block of Montana and head for Fort Meade three times a year. tion of probation/community control and held without bond. of Poplar Street. I give a little laugh as I watch you leave, knowing that you July 3, an animal bite was reported at 1:19 p.m. in the 136 July 4, dangerous shooting was reported at 11:08 p.m. in have your eyes on a piece of Florida real estate. block of College Lane. the area of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. As Floridians, we never messed up where we lived to such July 3, a theft was reported at 6:52 p.m. in the 500 block of a degree we have the urge to pack and move south. Will Duke Road. FLORIDA HIGHWAY PATROL If you didn't allow your state to be messed up so there would July 4, Daniel Araujo, 28, of Zolfo Springs, was booked be no need to move. OK, I said it wrong, but stop going to all July 4, a theft was reported at 11:35 .m. in the 3400 block into the county jail at 2:22 a.m. by Trooper Haeussler on charges our commission meetings trying desperately to have our com- of Poplar Street. of failure to stop/remain at crash involving injuries, $5,000 bond, missioners change Florida into what you left to get away from. and DUI with serious bodily injury, $1,000 bond, and released My ancestors, the so-called savages, fought the French, July 5, Keith John Gartland, 46, of Lehigh Acres, was at 12:20 p.m. after posting bond. Spanish, each other and the Europeans in battles that still rage booked into the county jail at 12:42 a.m. by Det. Ward on a trying to destroy the tranquil way of life no other people have charge of DUI and was released at 10:05 a.m. after posting $500 known. bond. From Wisconsin south the complaint is mosquitoes. Do as July 5, a stolen vehicle was reported at 3:53 p.m. in the we have for centuries (even better today because there are garlic 2900 block of Pigeon Lane. pills that leave no smell). A small garlic pill twice a day and no July 5, dangerous shooting was reported at 4:29 p.m. in the mosquito will bite. 3800 block of Creek Road. Up To $3,000 Reward! What I'm saying is being a Floridian is one of life's greatest blessings, and it cost nothing but can be destroyed overnight. WAUCHULA POLICE June 29, Pedro Capilla Sanchez, 53, of Avon Park, was Heartland Crime Stoppers booked into the county jail at 12:41 p.m. by Ofc. Fort on a charge of expired driver’s license more than six months, $250 bond, and Anonymous Tips: an out-of-county warrant, $2,000 bond. June 29, Andrew Michael Rupert, 32, of Wauchula, was 1 (800) 226 Tips Report Suspicious Behavior Notices 1(800) 226 8477 NATIONAL HUMAN TRAFFICKING HOTLINE or 1-888-373-7888 heartlandcrimestoppers.com Strictly Confidential 24/7 Hotline NOTICE The Hardee County School Board will hold a work- shop, Thursday, July 9, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. The purpose of the workshop will be to discuss the School Reopen- Publish Your Fictitious Name Notice ing Plan. Due to COVID-19, the workshop will be avail- With The Herald-Advocate Today! able virtually on the district’s website at www.hardee.k12.fl.us Not only do you meet the legal requirement for Encourage your children to make publishing the notice, you’ll benefit from the reading the newspaper a part of The Board will meet in regular session at 5:00 p.m. visibility in front of our readers. These are peo- their everyday routine for lifelong ple seeking to learn about businesses in the learning. 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of Arcadia, and Alvaro Car- Wauchula, Esteban Suarez, In Loving Memory dosa, of Terrell, Texas; working as a volunteer fire- In Loving Memory of Wauchula, Jose Suarez Jr. daughter, Mayda Alamia In Memory fighter for the Fort Meade (Madison), of Green River, (Alex), of Wauchula; broth- Fire Department for 52 Utah, Carlos Suarez, of ers, Leanor Guardiola, of years, and though had retired Cleveland, Texas, and N.C., Gonzalo Guardiola from fighting fires, he most Cristobal Suarez, of (Mary Guardiola), of Hous- recently served as the fire Wauchula; daughters, Maria ton, Miss., Serapio Guardi- department chaplain. D. Suarez (John Otero), of ola (Juana Guardiola), of Ray had a very strong Zolfo Springs, and Lucero Lyon, Ga.; sisters, Catalina work ethic, and among his Suarez, of Tampa; sisters, Villasana (Jose Villasana), of many civic and volunteer Fransisca Suarez Andrade, Houston, Miss.; Guadalupe duties, he also worked for of Rio Bravo, Mexico, Nora Sambrano, of Wauchula, the Western Auto in Fort H Suarez Andrade, of Bowl- Sonia Robuck (Steven Meade from 1956-1986, and ing Green, and Yadira G Robuck), of Ga.; Margarito also was a sales representa- Suarez Andrade, of Rio Guardiola, of Va., and tive for the Rotary Corpora- Bravo, Mexico; as well as Marisela Limon (Lucio tion for 22 years. One of his eight grandchildren. Limon), of Fort Meade; as hobbies was traveling, hav- A family viewing was DIMAS RAY ACUFF ing visited all 50 states and JOSE MANUEL well as 11 grandchildren and Mr. Ray Acuff, 80, passed held on Tuesday, July 7, GUARDIOLA one great-grandchild. 12 foreign countries. SUAREZ 2020, in the Robarts Garden away Wednesday, July 1, Ray is survived by his VASQUEZ A visitation was held on 2020, in Lakeland. ANDRADE Chapel, at 10 a.m. Funeral Dimas Guardiola Vasquez, Friday, July 3, 2020, in the loving wife of 60 years, Jose Manuel Suarez An- services will follow at Ray was born March 14, Joyce Hancock Acuff, of 62, a resident of Hardee Robarts Garden Chapel at 1940, in Fort Meade, where drade, 57, a resident of 11a.m. in the Robarts Gar- County since 1984 coming 11a.m. Funeral services fol- Fort Meade; daughters, Hardee County since 1998 den Chapel. President An- he remained a lifelong resi- Kathy Agner (Billy), of Bar- from Homestead, passed lowed at 12 p.m. in the Ro- dent, and throughout the coming from Texas, passed drew Martin will be away Tuesday, June 30, barts Garden Chapel. tow, and Laura Passanesi away Sunday, June 28, 2020. officiating services. Inter- years became very involved (Joe), of Fort Meade; three 2020. Donaciano Llanis officiated in many of the organizations He was born in Rio ment will take place at Oak He was born in Mexico on services. Interment took grandsons, Joseph Pas- Bravo, Tamaulipas, Mexico, Grove Cemetery. of Fort Meade. He graduated sanesi, Jordan Whatley, and March 26, 1958. Dimas place at Wauchula Cemetery. from Fort Meade High on June 17, 1963. Jose was a Expressions of comfort worked as a citrus grove har- Expressions of comfort Clayton Passanesi; one power plant electrician. He may be made at School in 1958, and soon granddaughter, Kathryne vester. He was Pentecostal by may be made at after graduation, married his was a member of The robartsfh.com. faith. robartsfh.com. Agner; and one great-grand- Church of Jesus Christ of childhood sweetheart Joyce. son, Abram Owen. He is preceded in death by Ray was very civic minded Latter-Day Saints. Robarts Family his father, Gonzalo Guardi- Robarts Family A memorial service will He was preceded in death having served in the Jaycees, be announced at a later date. FUNERAL HOME ola. FUNERAL HOME The Fort Meade Lions Club, by his parents, Pedro and WAUCHULA Survivors include his Contributions in Ray's mem- Maria Garza. WAUCHULA the past President and cur- ory may be made to the Han- companion, Annette Smith, rent Co-Vice President of the Survivors include his lov- of Wauchula; mother, Maria cock Cemetery Association, ing wife, Maria G Suarez, of Fort Meade Historical Soci- 620 N. Polk Ave., Fort Guardiola, of Houston, ety and a volunteer and cur- Wauchula; sons, Pedro Miss.; sons, Jose Dimas Meade, FL 33841. Suarez, of Wauchula, rent curator of the Fort Arrangements were by Provided as a courtesy of Guardiola (Julie), of Avon Provided as a courtesy of Meade Historical Museum. Leonardo Suarez, of Robarts Family Funeral Home Park, Dimas Jose Guardiola, Hancock Funeral Home, Robarts Family Funeral Home Ray's real passion was Fort Meade.

corted oversize loads. ern gospel music, especially In Memory Joe was active in the com- In Memory good four-part harmonies as munity, his church and hav- he sang bass for several ing a roll in the Story of quartets over the years. He Jesus. Joe was a member of was an avid fisherman, the New Life Church of spending a lot of his later Wauchula. He enjoyed hunt- years on Lake Okeechobee; ing and fishing, and loved to he especially loved spending be with his family and time with his family and friends anytime they could with his “church family.” get together especially his Samuel is survived by his church family. loving wife of many years, Joe is survived by his lov- Edyth Rawls; his son, Gregg ing children, Kimberlee MARCELLA STOKES CONNIE V. KELLY (Shuree) Rawls, of Smith and Matthew Smith Connie V. Kelly, 97, died Wauchula; his daughter, (Evangeline); grandson, COLLIER Austin; mother, Joyce Rice; Marcella Stokes Collier, 81, Friday, July 3, 2020, in Lake Leigh Ann Rawls Nicholson, JOE ALLEN SMITH Wales. of Wauchula; as well as four sister, Dawn Stark; and four died Sunday, July 5, 2020, at Joe Allen Smith, 69, of She was born Feb. 19, 1923, SAMUEL LOUIS grandchildren and four brothers, Randal, Tim, Bill her home in Lake Wales. Fort Meade, went home to in the Lake Buffum area of RAWLS great-grandchildren. and David. She was born Jan. 5, 1939, be with his Lord on Monday, Fort Meade. Her parents were He was preceded in death A service to celebrate in Lake Wales. She was a Samuel Louis Rawls, 83, June 29, 2020, at the Lake Joseph Oliver Campbell and by his parents, James Wright Joe’s life will be held at a member of the First Baptist of Wauchula, passed away Placid Health and Rehabili- Geneva Hearin Campbell. She and Oka Lee Rawls, as well later date. Military honors Church of Fort Meade and a on July 5, 2020, in tation Center. was a homemaker and at- as his sister, Evelyn Lee will be provided by the homemaker. Wauchula. A native of Fort Meade, tended the First Baptist Church Durrance. Florida Army National She was preceded in death He was born on Feb. 24, Joe was born on Feb. 6, of Fort Meade. A burial will be held at Guard. by her parents, Harold and 1937, in Duette, to Wright 1951, to parents Joyce (Mur- She was preceded in death Payne’s Creek Primitive Words of comfort to the Mary Hare Stokes; husband, and Oka Rawls and was a phy) Rice and Irrie Smith. by her husband, William Kelly Baptist Cemetery. family can be made by visit- James N. "Jimmy" Collier; and longtime member of the Joe served his country with Sr.; four brothers; and four sis- Online condolences ing www.scottfuneralser- brothers, Wallace Stokes and Wauchula community. honor in the ters. may be made at vices.com. Leamon Stokes. Samuel graduated from Florida Army She is survived by her son, pongerkaysgrady.com Arrangements entrusted She was survived by her Manatee High School in National William "Bill" Kelly Jr. (Kim), 1955 and worked for many to the Scott Funeral Home children, Debra Ginther (Rick) Ponger-Kays-Grady Guard. Joe 504 W. Interlake Blvd., and Diane Clements (Dan), all of Fort Meade; daughters, years as a citrus grower and Eileen Kelly (Wesley), of Plant was an owner and operator Lake Placid. 863-465-4134 of Bartow, Kevin Collier cattleman, and was always a Funeral Home & of Oversize Load which es- (Rita), of Homeland, Deneen City, and Martha Huggins, of hard worker who strived to Cremation Services Olinger (Mark), of Lake Fort Meade; five grandchil- provide for his beloved fam- Wauchula Wales, and Kenny Collier dren; six great-grandchildren; ily. He was a deacon at the (Dustie), of Bartow; brothers, and numerous great-great- Fort Green Baptist Church, Dalvin Stokes (Geneva), of grandchildren. served on the Board of Di- Winter Haven, Wayne Stokes A private family graveside rectors at PRECO, and also YOU Can Appear In . . . (Becky), of Fort Meade, and service will be held in Ever- served for many years as Loren Stokes (Lannie), of green Cemetery, Fort Meade, Hardee County Commis- Poet’s Place Lakeland; and several grand- and a public memorial service sioner. Sam enjoyed south- will be announced at a later Are you a poet? Let us show it! Your work could be published children and great-grandchil- in this newspaper in “Poet’s Place,” a weekly feature which dren. date. Arrangements are by Han- relies solely on reader submissions. Poems must be your own Private interment will be in original work, written by you, not someone else. 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Guaranteed Lowest Prices 7:9c A10 The Herald-Advocate, July 9, 2020 UF/IFAS Scientists Develop A Specialty Pepper FWC Introduces New Options With Better Resistance To Root-knot Nematodes By BRAD BUCK They found that one advanced bell pepper To Log And Report Harvested Deer Special To The Herald-Advocate variety, named ‘RJ107(6)A3C,’ was the most By TAMMY SAPP from the point of harvest, includes the combined total of Bell peppers make for a delicious snack. resistant to three species of the most common Special To The Herald-Advocate which is that point where the all deer harvested on private Among additional choices, you can add them to root-knot nematodes – southern, peanut and Those planning to deer hunt hunter located the harvested lands and public lands, which sandwiches and pizzas, as they’re tasty and full peach. UF/IFAS scientists developed this pep- this year are reminded about deer. includes public hunting areas of vitamin C, making them a popular vegetable. per variety by cross breeding a hot pepper line the deer harvest reporting re- Hunters are required to re- (e.g., wildlife management As a $235 million-a-year business in Florida, and a sweet pepper. Fruit from ‘RJ107(6)A3C’ quirements that went into effect port harvested deer: areas) in all four hunting zones. bell peppers are also an important crop, espe- line is hot and makes for delicious pickles, last year. –within 24 hours of harvest; The limit also includes deer cially in the southeast and southwest parts of Rathinasabapathi said. All hunters, including those –prior to final processing of harvested under permits issued the state. As of 2019, the amount of bell peppers Florida vegetable production has three major exempt from hunting the deer; for public hunting areas (quota, harvested in the United States is equivalent to soil production limitations. One is plant-para- license/permit requirements, –prior to the deer or any special opportunity, antlerless, 38,300 acres, with Florida accounting for 31 sitic nematodes, the others are weeds and soil- must log and report their har- parts of the deer being trans- track vehicle, airboat, recre- percent, or 11,800 acres, according to the U.S. borne fungi, he said. To manage these vested deer. ferred to a meat processor or ational use permits, etc.) and Department of Agriculture National Agricul- problems, farmers use soil fumigants (pesti- Beginning this year, hunters taxidermist; or during any and all seasons tural Statistics Service. cides) to free the soil of these pests before they will have new reporting op- –prior to the deer leaving the (e.g., archery, crossbow, muz- Florida farmers grow far more sweet bell plant their crops. tions. state, whichever occurs first. zleloading gun and general peppers than the hot ones, said Bala Rathi- “These fumigants, though effective against The Florida Fish and After a deer has been logged gun). nasabapathi, a UF/IFAS professor of horticul- the root-knot nematodes and soil fungi, are Wildlife Conservation Com- and prior to reporting it, Youth (15 years and tural sciences. But, as a rule, farmers are not much less so against weeds, are highly toxic mission (FWC) Fish/Hunt hunters may field dress the deer younger) have their own indi- going to grow as many bell peppers if root-knot and cumbersome to use,” Rathinasabapathi Florida App many hunters and and begin processing the meat vidual bag limit, and it may in- nematodes are prevalent in the soil around said. “Farmers need specialized equipment to anglers already rely on to buy while afield or at camp. How- clude only one antlered deer them. Nematodes are microscopic worms that apply them in soil. But if we use bell pepper va- and store licenses now includes ever, if a commercial meat (any deer having one or more damage the roots, weaken the plants and reduce rieties that are resistant to the root-knot nema- an option for hunters to log and processor is used, the harvested antlers at least 5 inches in the yield. todes, we can circumvent these parasitic report harvested deer. deer must be reported before length) that does not meet deer And increasingly, farmers are looking for worms, thereby improving pest management Even if hunters are in an transferring the deer or parts of management unit antler regula- non-chemical ways to control root-knot nema- options for the farmer.” area without cell service, they the deer to a commercial tions. todes. Scientists know they can help growers if Now that scientists found the genetic resist- will still be able to log and re- processor. Antlerless deer (any deer, they can find ways to make bell pepper varieties ance, what’s next in their research? port. Once a hunter regains cell Learn more about how to except a spotted fawn, without that are genetically resistant to root-knot nema- “We would like to transfer the resistance service, open The Fish/Hunt log and report by reviewing antlers or whose antlers are less todes. gene into sweet bell pepper hybrids via conven- Florida App and the harvest re- FAQs about harvest reporting than 5 inches in length) may “The variety we developed, although a hot tional breeding,” Rathinasabapthi said. port will be automatically sub- requirements at www. myfwc. still only be harvested: pepper, can be used as a rootstock for bell pep- Using grant funding from the U.S. Depart- mitted and a confirmation com/hunting/deer/harvest-re- –during seasons when they pers by using grafting,” Rathinasabapathi said. ment of Agriculture and the Florida Department number will be sent. port/ are legal to take, such as during “Root-knot nematodes do their damage in the of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Rathi- Where it's possible to con- The information provides a archery season; plant’s root, and if one uses a rootstock that is nasabapathi conducted this study with Donald nect to the internet, hunters can source of deer harvest data that, –on antlerless deer days; and resistant to the nematode, the plant will not be Dickson, a professor emeritus of entomology log and report and receive a along with the annual hunter –under permit i.e., antlerless affected much by the nematode.” and nematology and Mary Ann Maquilan, a confirmation number at phone survey conducted after deer permit issued on land in Rathinasabapathi led a recently published post-doctoral research associate in entomology GoOutdoorsFlorida.com by the season, helps inform white- the wildlife management area study in the journal HortScience in which he and nematology – all with UF/IFAS. Another logging into or creating a cus- tailed deer management in system, Antlerless Deer Pro- and his colleagues found a type of UF/IFAS- co-author is Dominick Padilla, an undergradu- tomer account. Florida. gram Permit or Private Lands bred chile, or specialty pepper, that shows re- ate student in horticultural science at the Hunters also can log a deer Visit MyFWC.com/Deer for Deer Management Program sistance to the destructive root-knot nematode. UF/IFAS College of Agricultural and Life Sci- harvest using a paper harvest information about deer man- Permit. Through greenhouse and laboratory tests at the ences. log and report it within 24 agement in Florida. The annual statewide bag main UF campus in Gainesville, Rathi- Brad Buck is a communications specialist hours online at GoOutdoors- Annual Statewide limit was developed through nasabapthi and his team screened a handful of with the UF/IFAS Office of Communications Florida.com, through the Bag Limits For Deer extensive collaboration with bell pepper varieties. and can be reached at [email protected]. Fish/Hunt Florida App, or by FWC officials say it is im- staff and stakeholders and is in- calling toll-free 888-HUNT- portant for hunters to brush up tended to improve hunting op- FLORIDA (888-486-8356). on another rule that took effect portunities by encouraging Those using the automated last year: the annual statewide harvest among more hunters as telephone reporting system can bag limit. This regulation set well as greater selectivity while receive their confirmation the annual statewide bag limit helping maintain a healthy and number via email if they have at five deer per hunter of which reasonably balanced deer herd. a valid email address on file. no more than two deer may be Updates about Florida hunt- The options are available antlerless (any deer, except a ing opportunities, programs, anytime day or night. spotted fawn, without antlers or and regulations are available by Having a Florida Fish and whose antlers are less than 5 following the HuntFlorida Wildlife Conservation Com- inches in length). Facebook page at mission (FWC) customer ID The annual statewide bag Facebook.com/HGM.FWC. number is helpful when report- limit for deer applies to all Tammy Sapp is a spokesman ing harvested deer online or via hunters, including those ex- for FWC and can be contacted the app and necessary if a empt from hunting license/per- at [email protected] hunter will be using the toll- mit requirements, and it m. free phone number. Hunters ex- empt from license COURTESY PHOTO/UF/IFAS requirements who do not have A $235 million-a-year business in Florida, bell peppers are also especially important a customer ID number can ob- in the southeast and southwest parts of the state. As a rule, farmers are not going tain one by going to GoOut- to grow as many bell peppers if root-knot nematodes are prevalent in the soil doorsFlorida.com before going around them. Nematodes are microscopic worms that damage the roots, weaken hunting. the plants and reduce the yield. UF/IFAS scientists, have found a pepper that shows Hunters must log a har- increased resistance to three of the most important root-knot nematodes. vested deer prior to moving it

To The Citizens of Hardee County

Since February 1980, for almost 40 years, I have gladly served the citizens of Hardee County, with all due diligence. Since that time, my desire for Service has only increased more and more. In the months leading up to April 14, 2016 the Lord contin- uously spoke to me about running for the Office of Supervisor of Elections. On April 14, 2016 I filed my paperwork to run. On November 08, 2016 through the Lord and because of your faith in me, it was announced that I’d successfully won the race for that Office. During my tenure, there has been many obstacles, known and unknown to the Public, many were intentional, that made me question, amongst other things, my Faith in the Lord. Yet through it all, I NEVER regretted my commitment to service; I NEVER gave in although I ALMOST gave up! On November 04, 2019, after much Prayer, I, again, filed to run for the Office of Supervisor of Elections. Not for a Title but because my desire for Service continues to increase. It is my desire to continue my diligence in serving you, my Hardee County Family. I have worked hard, being assiduously committed to Hardee County (the Office of Supervisor of Elections), I truly believe I have served my County, HARDEE COUNTY as well as the dedicated Supervisors prior to me. COURTESY PHOTO/FWC The Supervisor of Elections is not a position I have taken for granted nor have I taken The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission it lightly but rather fervently. I have remained committed to the Service of ALL people. I is launched an app-based reporting option for hunters have remained fair and impartial, favoring not one’s Gender, Religion, Race or Age. For to log deer harvests and stay in compliance with new ALL people have ALWAYS been important to me, I have also not favored one’s Financial hunting regulations. Status, Political Party nor Community Status. Hardee County as a WHOLE is very SPECIAL to me! YOU, YOU and YOU are very SPECIAL to me! With this, I communally and individually, just as HUMBLY as I asked before, I come asking for your support as I begin my journey once again in my Run for the Office of Supervisor of Elections. MY NAME WILL NOT APPEAR ON THE AUGUST PRIMARY OF ELECTION BALLOT, but it will appear on the November 3rd General Election Ballot. The very deep passion I have always had for my service TO YOU and FOR YOU still remains!

Humbly, Diane Smith #PROUDTOBEAFLORIDASOE

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7:9p THE B Herald-Advocate Thursday, July 9, 2020

Trevino traveled to Kansas City in June to play in the Midwest Invitational. After struggling with the hilly terrain and shooting an opening day 93, he bounced back with an 83 the following day.

By MICHAEL KELLY the Golf Hammock event then She is playing in an 11-13 arship with Ben hoping to play Of The Herald-Advocate won consecutive tournaments year-old girls division and shot professionally someday. A 13-year old Wauchula held at the Sebring Golf a 40 to take second place in the Thomas said both of his boy is starting to make a name Course and Sun-N-Lake. event held at Harder Hall that kids have met some great peo- for himself in the amateur This weekend he will com- Ben won. ple while traveling around to golfing world, both locally and pete in a three-day Junior Am- Jenesi currently sits in play. now in tournaments across the ateur Championship held at the fourth place in the season Ben plays with the son of country. nearby Streamsong Resort, standing against the girls sev- former major league baseball Ben Trevino has won three playing on the Black Course eral years older than her. player Bobby Bonilla and Jen- of the first four events of the for the Saturday-Monday tour- Thomas Trevino said he nor esi plays with the daughter of Sertoma Junior Golf Tour nament against some of the his wife really played or ex- Tampa Bay Lighting player played in Highlands County best young golfers in the coun- celled in sports in their youth. Vinny Lecavalier. and has begun placing in state try. Both kids have had a few Golf also teaches the kids and national amateur events all Last month he traveled to lesson but neither one of them character, discipline, dedica- over the U.S. Kansas City to play in the have a coach and rely on self- tion and the risk/reward as- He is the son of Thomas and Midwest Invitational and teaching and lots of practice. pects in life, he said. Trevino prepares to hit his driver at the Florida State Guille Trevino and began played in a Florida State Golf Most afternoons the family Ben and Jenesi have quali- Golf Invitational Junior Championship. After going playing golf at the age of 10. Invitational Junior Champi- either goes to the driving range fied to play in the Jekyll Island through a growth spurt last year the soon-to-be eighth Trevino took nine months onship at St. Andrews Country or to a course to play a round. Invitational in Georgia in Sep- grader now stands 6-feet tall and can hit his driver off from the game starting in Club outside Orlando. Thomas, who has played tember and they both will also nearly 300 yards. August of last year while He qualified to play in Ire- golf for years, said it is hum- play in the Texas Open in No- going through a growth spurt land at the Irish Open this bling to watch his son vember. and he is now 6-feet tall and summer but the COVID-19 progress. Thomas, who served two can hit his driver nearly 300 virus has postponed the tour- “It’s embarrassing when terms on the Hardee County yards. nament until next summer. your 13-year old out drives School Board and is an entre- He will be an eight-grader Ben however isn’t the only you and beats you every time,” preneur and business owner, at Hardee Junior High School Trevino forging a path in the the proud father said. said it has been a joy to travel this year. golf world. He thinks his daughter around with his family and He shot a 37 at the first leg His 10-year old sister Jenesi could end up being the better watch his children grow and of the Sertoma Tour, the EMCI has begun following in her big golfer out of the two, adding develop as aspiring golfers. Championship held at Harder brother’s footsteps. that she is extremely competi- If they both continue to Hall last month, to claim first Watching her older brother tive and Ben is more laid back. progress at their current pace, place. got her interested in playing so Both would like to continue the future seems to be very Trevino followed that up she took up the game a year playing to earn a college schol- bright for both Ben and Jenesi. with a second place finish at ago.

COURTESY PHOTOS Brother and sister duo Ben and Jenesi Trevino pose with trophies won at the EMCI Championship held at Harder Halls on the Sertoma Junior Golf Tour last In addition to golf, Ben Trevino likes to hunt and fish. 13-year old Ben Trevino of Wauchula has won three of month. Ben shot a 37 to win his age group while 10- While on a business trip with his father Thomas earlier the first four events of the Sertoma Junior Golf Tour year old Jenesi shot a 40 to place second while com- this year he spent four hours fishing one night on the played in Highlands County and has begun placing in peting against girls in the 11-13 age group. St. Johns River to catch this 15.5 pound catfish. larger tournaments held across the United States. B2 The Herald-Advocate, July 9, 2020 PUBLIC NOTICE Florida Announced As Participant STATE OF FLORIDA In New Automated Vehicle Initiative DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION By BETH FRADY portation system that meets the Toyota, Uber, and Waymo. Special To The Herald-Advocate needs of our residents and visi- In 2019, Florida signed the NOTICE OF PERMIT REVISION The U.S. Department of tors. Florida’s engagement in AV legislation into law to en- Transportation (USDOT) has this initiative shows the contin- courage the testing, implemen- tation, and deployment of The Department of Environmental Protection (Department) gives notice of a permit recently announced Florida as ued commitment to improving emerging technologies. FDOT revision for the Mosaic Fertilizer, L.L.C. – South Fort Meade Mine [NPDES Permit No. one of its first participants in safety, enhancing mobility and recognizes the development FL0037958 (PA File No. FL0037958-021-IWB/MR)], authorizing Mosaic (the permit- the Automated Vehicle Trans- inspiring innovation on our and testing of automated driv- tee) [mailing address: 13830 Circa Crossing Drive, Lithia, FL 33547-3953], to incor- parency and Engagement for state’s roadways.” ing systems are important for porate additional mining areas which are referred to as the “Eastern Reserves” Safety Testing (AV TEST) Ini- Florida joins seven other improving safety and enhanc- (SFM-ER), located in northeastern Hardee County. The extension of the mine will add tiative – a new USDOT-led ef- states and nine companies in ing mobility for all road users. approximately 4,162 acres, of which 3,871.3 acres will be mined. SFM-ER is projected fort to improve the safety and this unprecedented effort which The department is also in the to supply the South Fort Meade Mine plant with ore for approximately four additional testing transparency for auto- will involve nationwide public process of constructing Sun- years. This modification will not change any effluent limitations or monitoring require- mated driving systems. events and an online, public- Trax, the first state-owned au- ments as authorized by NPDES Permit No. FL0037958. “The AV TEST Initiative is a facing platform to increase pub- monumental step into the future lic engagement and awareness, tonomous vehicle testing facility in the country, which is The South Fort Meade Mine is located at 5880 Manley Road, Fort Meade, FL 33841- of automated vehicles, and we promote safety and innovation estimated to be completed in 9257, in Polk & Hardee Counties, and geographically at: are proud Florida is one of the and strengthen relationships be- first states to participate in such tween federal, state and local late 2021. For information about the Latitude: 27° 39' 59" N Longitude: 81° 45' 32" W an important effort led by government partners. USDOT and the National High- The other participating states AV Test Initiative, visit nhtsa.gov/ avtest. The application and permit revision are available for public inspection during normal way Traffic Safety Administra- are California, Maryland, Beth Frady is a spokesman for business hours, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except legal holi- tion,” said Florida Department Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, the Florida Department of days, at the Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Water Resource of Transportation Secretary Texas, and Utah. The nine com- Transportation and can be Management, Phosphate Management Program, 13051 N. Telecom Parkway, Suite Kevin J. Thibault, P.E. “As panies include Beep, Cruise, reached at [email protected] 101, Temple Terrace, Florida 33637-0926. Please phone (813) 470-5913 for an ap- Florida continues to grow, it is Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, te.fl.us. pointment. essential to provide a trans- Local Motors, Navya, Nuro,

The Department's proposed agency action shall become final unless a timely petition for an administrative hearing is filed under Sections 120.569 and 120.57, Florida Statutes, within fourteen days of receipt of notice. The procedures for petitioning for a hearing are set forth below. Florida Ranked 10th Most A person whose substantial interests are affected by the Department's proposed per- mitting decision may petition for an administrative proceeding (hearing) under Sec- Bicycle Friendly State In America tions 120.569 and 120.57, Florida Statutes. The petition must contain the information set forth below and must be filed (received by the Clerk) in the Office of General By BETH FRADY American Bicyclists.” serious injuries in the State. Counsel of the Department at 3900 Commonwealth Boulevard, Mail Station 35, Tal- Special To The Herald-Advocate The rankings are based on This plan is in line with the lahassee, Florida 32399-3000. The Florida Department of five categories on the League Complete Streets Policy and Transportation (FDOT) an- of American Bicyclist Friendly Program’s Bicycle Friendly Under Rule 62-110.106(4), Florida Administrative Code, a person may request an ex- nounced Florida has been Action Plan of Complete State report card. Florida con- tension of the time for filing a petition for an administrative hearing. The request must named the 10th most Bicycle Streets. States are graded on tinues to move the needle for- be filed (received by the Clerk) in the Office of General Counsel before the end of the Friendly State in America by categories such as Infrastruc- ward in this category. time period for filing a petition for an administrative hearing. the League of American Bicy- ture and Funding, Education The national recognition is clists for 2019. Florida ranked and Encouragement, Legisla- in line with Florida’s commit- Petitions by the applicant or any of the persons listed below must be filed within four- first in the Infrastructure and tion and Enforcement, Policies ment to spend $100 million on teen days of receipt of this written notice. Petitions filed by any persons other than Funding category reflecting a and Programs, and Evaluation street lighting for people biking those entitled to written notice under Section 120.60(3), Florida Statutes must be filed strong statewide commitment and Planning. The program is and walking to improve safety. within fourteen days of publication of the notice or within fourteen days of receipt of to building a safe bicycle infra- structured around a ranking of The Bicycle Friendly State the written notice, whichever occurs first. Section 120.60(3), Florida Statutes, how- structure using state and fed- all 50 states based upon pub- program was launched in 2008 ever, also allows that any person who has asked the Department in writing for notice eral funds. licly available data and a sur- to better understand state ef- of agency action may file a petition within fourteen days of receipt of such notice, re- “This ranking is a testament vey completed by state forts related to bicycling and gardless of the date of publication. to the Florida Department of Departments of Transportation provide a comparative frame- Transportation’s continued and/or state bicycle advocacy work that allows states to eas- The petitioner shall mail a copy of the petition to the applicant at the address indicated commitment to providing a organizations. In 2015, Florida ily identify areas of above at the time of filing. The failure of any person to file a petition or request for an safe transportation system for ranked 24th and, in 2017, improvement. extension of time within fourteen days of receipt of notice shall constitute a waiver of all road users in the state of Florida ranked 15th. Beth Frady is a spokesman for that person's right to request an administrative determination (hearing) under Sec- Florida,” said FDOT Secretary FDOT had implemented the the Florida Department of tions 120.569 and 120.57, Florida Statutes. Any subsequent intervention (in a pro- Kevin J. Thibault, P.E. “FDOT Vision Zero Florida which is a Transportation and can be ceeding initiated by another party) will be only at the discretion of the presiding officer is proud to receive this recog- plan to reduce and ultimately reached at [email protected] upon the filing of a motion in compliance with Rule 28-106.205, Florida Administrative nition from the League of eliminate traffic fatalities and e.fl.us. Code.

A petition that disputes the material facts on which the Department's action is based must contain the following information, as indicated in Rule 28-106.201, Florida Ad- ministrative Code: (a) The name and address of each agency affected and each agency's file or CITY OF WAUCHULA identification number, if known; (b) The name, address, any e-mail address, any facsimile number, and NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC telephone number of the petitioner, if the petitioner is not represented by an attorney or a qualified representative; the name, address, and telephone The City Commission of the City of Wauchula will hold a Budget Workshop number of the petitioner's representative, if any, which shall be the address Monday, July 13, 2020 at 4:00 pm or as soon thereafter as it reasonably can be for service purposes during the course of the proceeding; and an explanation held. The agenda can be viewed at www.cityofwauchula.com. The workshop will of how the petitioner's substantial interests will be affected by the be held at the Commission Chambers located at 225 East Main Street, determination; Wauchula, FL 33873. (c) A statement of when and how the petitioner received notice of the Department's decision; The public may participate virtually. To participate you can join the Zoom (d) A statement of all disputed issues of material fact. If there are none, the webinar via any computer or smart device at https://us04web.zoom.us/j/ petition must so indicate; 84276542683 or dial 1-312-626-6799 webinar ID: 842 7654 2683. Please note (e) A concise statement of the ultimate facts alleged, including the specific facts long distance fees may apply. the petitioner contends warrant reversal or modification of the Department's proposed action; Pursuant to Section 286.0107, Florida Statutes, as amended, the City Commis- (f) A statement of the specific rules or statutes the petitioner contends require sion hereby advises that if any interested person decides to appeal any decision reversal or modification of the Department's proposed action, including an made by the City Commission with respect to any matter considered at the proceed- explanation of how the alleged facts relate to the specific rules or statutes; ings, he will need a record of the proceeding and that, for such purposes, he may and need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record in- (g) A statement of the relief sought by the petitioner, stating precisely the action cludes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. petitioner wishes the Department to take with respect to the Department's proposed action. The City Commission of the City of Wauchula, Florida does not discriminate upon the basis of any individual’s disability status. This non-discriminatory policy involves Because the administrative hearing process is designed to formulate final agency every aspect of the Commission’s functions, including one’s access to, participation, action, the filing of a petition means that the Department's final action may be different employment or treatment in its programs or activities. Anyone requiring reasonable from the position taken by it in this notice. Persons whose substantial interests will accommodation as provided for in the Americans with Disabilities Act or Section be affected by any such final decision of the Department have the right to petition to 286.26, Florida Statutes, should contact the City Clerk at (863) 773-3131. become a party to the proceeding, in accordance with the requirements set forth above. CITY OF WAUCHULA S/ Richard K. Nadaskay Jr. Mediation under Section 120.573, Florida Statutes, is not available for this proceed- Mayor ing. ATTEST S/Holly Smith This permit action is final and effective on the date filed with the Clerk of the Depart- City Clerk 7:9c ment unless a petition (or request for an extension of time) is filed in accordance with the above. Upon the timely filing of a petition (or request for an extension of time), this permit will not be effective until further order of the Department. Any party to the permit has the right to seek judicial review of the permit action under VOTER REGISTRATION AND BOOK CLOSING Section 120.68, Florida Statutes, by the filing of a notice of appeal under Rules 9.110 and 9.190, Florida Rules of Appellate Procedure, with the Clerk of the Department in FOR THE the Office of General Counsel, 3900 Commonwealth Boulevard, Mail Station 35, Tal- lahassee, Florida, 32399 3000, and by filing a copy of the notice of appeal accompa- 2020 PRIMARY ELECTION nied by the applicable filing fees with the appropriate district court of appeal. The notice of appeal must be filed within 30 days from the date when this permit action is filed with the Clerk of the Department. Monday, July 20, 2020 at 5:00p.m. is the deadline to:

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Pastor Honored With Luncheon BALLOON BEAUTY The women of First United The first luncheon was held given including two ministerial Methodist Church honored on June 11 at Amazing Grace stoles, a crystalline plaque and Pastor Danielle Upton recently Tea House in Wauchula. The a monetary gift to help with with two outdoor luncheons. second luncheon was held June moving expenses. Upton served at the church 18 at Don Jose’s Mexican Pastor Upton’s tenure at First for 11 years and was recently Restaurant in Sebring. United Methodist Church was appointed to another Methodist The congregation also hon- marked by service not only to church in Quincy. ored the pastor after her last the congregation but with work She began her new assign- Sunday service on June 14. within the community, particu- ment on July 1. Several parting gifts were larly on behalf of those in need.

PHOTO BY MARK SELLERS A hot air balloon provided an interesting adventure for a local couple Monday morn- ing. Mark Sellers spotted the balloon near Bowling Green around 7:22 a.m. over Immanuel Baptist Church and Pioneer Creek RV Park. After snapping a few pic- COURTESY PHOTOS tures, Sellers, drove home, picked up his wife, Deana, and continued to follow the The women of the First United Methodist Church honored departing pastor Danielle balloon for another three miles before it landed in a pasture north of Bowling Green. Upton with a lunch at Don Jose’s Mexican Restaurant in Sebring.

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863-773-4101 Call us today for all your auto, home, commercial and health insurance needs. TH We strive to serve our hometown 40 ANNIVERSARY & SPECIAL HOMECOMING with the best coverage, price and service. Sunday July 12 204 N. 6th Ave., Wauchula, 33873 Lacey Webb soc7:9c Stephanie Tyler Giving Glory to God with Thanksgiving for His Blessings. Special Guests Thomas, Peter & Andrew Knickerbocker The sons of founding pastor David Knickerbocker, who assisted EARTH'S FINAL CRISES their parents in ministry in the early days of the church, will share in testimonies, music and preaching in the services. The final and complete falling away of many 10:00 A.M. – Sharing in Praise, Song and Testimonies professed Christians (2nd Thessalonians 2:3-4) by the Knickerbockers and former members and friends. occurs when they employ the civil power of 11:00 A.M. – Morning Worship the land to enforce the keeping of Sunday with the Knickerbockers singing and preaching. as the "day of rest" in Earth's final crises.

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It all comes down to improper drainage clude: Due to COVID-19 limita- salary? Are they volunteer limits. due to infrastructure, which currently is null or • Construction of 50,500 sq. ft. of stormwater tions, a consultation commit- firemen on call-out al- Mutual Aid or assistance antiquated. retention areas including landscaped bio-reten- tee meeting has not met to lowance? calls to help Polk and Hardee Two entities take on the task to correct flood- tion features. determine the best way to fa- Fire Chief Roc Eiland and County are legitimate and fall ing within the city limits. If the flooding is on • Construction of 6,400 sq. ft. of pervious cilitate Fort Meade’s volun- Commissioners decided until under a specific protocol U.S. 17 and U.S. 98, Florida Department of parking areas to provide additional parking while teer fire department. consultation and directions when requested. Otherwise, Transportation takes on the improvements. If capturing and retaining stormwater runoff. The volunteer status has could be offered to the city, Polk County is responsible for flooding occurs on city streets, then the problem • Construction of 2,500 sq. ft. of stormwater been in place for decades the situation remains in limbo. all call-outs to county proper- rests on the City’s shoulders. collection pipe to convey excess stormwater evolving into a tradition es- Another area of discussion ties. Fort Meade is not. Com- As explained at the June 23 City Commission runoff and improvement. tablished by the volunteers at the June 23 Commission pensation is expected since Meeting, the City has an Interlocal Agreement • Construction of -4,000 ft. of sidewalk and that is currently in place. Meeting centered around Fort Fort Meade and Polk County with Southwest Florida Water Management Dis- associated pedestrian crossings to connect vari- Several concerns have been Meade firemen being called no longer have an agreement. trict (SWFWMD) that provides a 75%/25% cost- ous public facilities including City Hall, Utilities brought before the Commis- out to serve Polk County. The Commission voted to sharing arrangement to produce a Stormwater Billing, Sheriff substation, Historic Society, as sion regarding city employees Several locations in and receive more information on Master Plan, which is budgeted into the City’s well as residential and commercial ares within who are also volunteer fire- around Fort Meade are con- dispatch protocol before vot- 2020 Stormwater Fund. the project limits. men and their financial liabil- sidered by locals to be in the ing on this discussion. Commissioners voted to accept the Stormwa- • Acquisition of a 0.5-acre parcel located on ter Master Plan as presented by Engineer Kevin the northeast corner of Langford Street and Albrechtpe with Chastain-Skillman. French Avenue intersection. Fort Meade’s surface runoff creates the water- • Acquisition of 0.2-acre parcel located on City Hopes To Acquire shed which flows into Peace River. Therefore, south side of Langford Street, between French Library the City faces the charge of correcting terrain Avenue and Seminole Avenue. Two Downtown Properties blockage that floods streets and property. • Construction costs for Downtown Improve- Calendar By PRISCILLA PERRY Fort Meade to have a pres- The Master Plan provided by Chastain-Skill- ment is listed at $1,488,250 with a 20% contin- Of The Fort Meade Times ence in the downtown core man addresses the following Recurrent Flooding gency bringing the total to $1,761,900. The City has plans for two and provide a location for Problem Areas listed by priority: Another area of concern to the Commission is Open for adults downtown properties. Known utility payments and similar 1. Along U.S. 98 from Church Avenue to Hendry Avenue at a cost of $1,499,165.25, in- 8:30 am – 5 pm locally as the “drive-in bank interactions. Washington Avenue, apparently due to lack of cluding 20% contingency. Stormwater improve- at 25% capacity. building” and the “Post Office The parking lot would stormwater collection system. City is currently ments primarily focus on upgrading the No children allowed parking lot,” these two prop- eventually be improved and working with FDOT to evaluate potential im- conveyance system to improve Flood Protection at this time. erties have new life ahead of continue to serve as an off- provements. Level of Service (FPLOS) while incorporating them. Broadway public parking fa- 2. Along Church Avenue due to lack of swales to capture and infiltrate stormwater to re- Summer Program Motion was made and cility and/or lot for lease. stormwater collection system. duce the contribution of nutrients to the down- Sign-up 285-8287 unanimously passed at the Dimensions are not feasible 3. Along Hendry Avenue due to lack of stream waterbodies. June 23 City Commission for construction but would stormwater collection system. • Construction of 3,600 ft. of stormwater col- Summer Reading Pro- Meeting to move forward to provide an extension for city 4. Intersection of Lanier Avenue and 3rd lection pipe to convey excess stormwater runoff gram “Imagine Your acquire these parcels for city events. Street SE, primarily in front of the church limit- and improve the FPLOS within the project lim- Story” for children 4 – 11 use. The Commission author- ing pedestrian access. The City determined this its. years old. Weekly story The parcel that once housed ized City Manager Danielle area can be resolved with minor local improve- • Construction of 35,000 sq. ft. of grassed themes are *It’s All SunTrust Bank’s drive-in on Judd to continue negotiations ments. treatment swales to intercept, retain, infiltrate, About Shoes *Snip, West Broadway is viewed to to acquire the properties. And 5. Along U.S. 17/State Road-35, generally be- and convey excess stormwater runoff. Snap, Sew *Hero Train- provide City Hall services to it was noted before finalizing tween Magnolia Street and SE 1st Street, near the • Construction of 40,000 sq. ft. of stormwater ing A STEAM Party residents. Now owned by Cit- the transaction, the action Dollar General. This is a major flooding area and retention area to intercept, retain, and infiltrate *Timeless Tales and izens Bank and Trust, the would need to be brought be- the City is currently working with FDOT to eval- excess stormwater runoff. *Back in Time – Fort property will allow the City of fore the CRA committee. uate potential improvements. • Raise roadway grade at current pipe cross- Meade. 6. Along Albritton Avenue likely due to a lim- ing, south of SE 2nd Street to help alleviate road- YouTube ited drainage system. way flooding. • Tuesdays: 7. Along Seminole Avenue likely due to a lim- • Acquisition of a 0.5-acre parcel located on site: Fort Meade Library ited drainage system. the east side of Hendry Avenue just south of Oak- – Florida 8. Along French Avenue likely due to a lim- wood Drive. • Tuesdays and Thurs- Ramblin’ ited drainage system. There are several locations designated as days: Craft Activity for By Priscilla Perry 9. Along Railroad Avenue due to the intersec- Topographic Voids due to surface alterations as- those attending You- tion elevation and the outfall swale grade. The sociated with recent development or areas ob- Tube program. Pick-up Everyone I talk to seems to be working in their yards. I per- City is currently undertaking maintenance activ- scured by vegetation. The following is a and take home. sonally have named my bushes and numbered my blades of ities to resolve the flooding. summary of topographic voids: • Youth 8 – 18 years grass. 10. Front of Residential parcels along 3rd 1. Hungry Howie’s old: The Great Prenda I confess. I suffer a little from OCD or as I like to say CDO Street SW due to the lack of stormwater collec- 2. 500 N. Charleston Code Challenge 2020. (alphabetical order). tion features to drain the local depression. 3. Badcock Furniture Store Projects will be evalu- Did you know you can never ever have all the clothes in Problem Areas 2, 3, 6, 7, and 8 were selected 4. Extruders Unlimited ated and prizes awarded your house clean at same time? Impossible. Figure it out. for further analysis. Resolution of 1 and 5 are 5. Hardees to top project around Speaking of clothes. Charlie wears his “work clothes” to being coordinated with FDOT. Areas 4, 9, and 10 6. Nature Chem the country. mow or fiddle diddle out in the tractor shed. If he ever got in- were considered local flooding problems, which 7-9. Oakview Lakes jured, I’d have to change his clothes before EMS arrived. I threaten regularly to toss them in the trash, but I don’t. I hate to see a grown man cry. But really, his fashion du jour is made up of a pair of … not cut-offs … but wear-offs and a holy tank top. I wash them immediately and hope that I pull a zipper and a clothes tag out of the dryer and exclaim, “They’re gone!” Pappy Yokum is ranked among the renowned fashionistas of the world before Charlie. Just glad he cleans up good. Fresh Choice Market I don’t have too much to brag about either. I’ve been alter- 201 South Charleston Ave. • Fort Meade Florida nating between two pair of identical knee-knockers and whatever t-shirt I reach in and grab. Prices good from July 9 thru July 15 I’m not sure but I believe I saw a photo of Charlie and me on a 1935 National Geographic Magazine cover heading out of Fresh Ground Beef - Family Pack...... $1.99 lb. the Dust Bowl. Spittin’ image. We’re going to get through this chapter in history. We will IBP Pork Spare Ribs - 3 In A Pack...... $1.99 lb. wear regular clothes again. We’ll make plans and keep them. We won’t eat everything in sight. Beef Cubed Steak - Family Pack...... $3.99 lb. History is chocked full of similar chapters. Some far worse. The chapters that focused on nature and life usually control Boston Butt Roast - Twin Pack...... $1.19 lb. themselves. The chapters that focus on behavior and choices will Boneless Country Style Ribs - Family Pack...... $1.79 lb. be revisited and usually with the same outcome. To be the most intelligent creatures on earth, sometimes we Boneless Rib Eye Steak - Family Pack...... $7.99 lb. surprise ourselves with how stupid we are. We either don’t learn or we don’t remember past failing choices. T-Bone Steaks - Family Pack...... $5.99 lb. Read something by Lawrence Corbridge worth sharing. 10 – 80 – 10. Boneless Chicken Breast - Family Pack...... $1.59 lb. “Ten percent of people will handle crisis and trauma with a relatively calm and rational state of mind. They pull themselves Chicken Drumsticks - Family Pack...... 79¢ lb. together quickly. They accept the situation, make decisions to improve it, and take action. Chicken Leg Quarters - 10 lb. Bag...... $4.90 ea. “However, the vast majority of us, 80%, are immobilized, Fresh Sweet Corn ...... 3 Ears for $1.00 stunned, and bewildered and wait for help to come or someone to tell us what to do. Garden Fresh Cabbage...... 69¢ lb. “The group we try not to be in, however, is the last 10%. Onions - 2 lb. Bag...... 99¢ ea. They freak out and make the situation worse.” Limes...... 5 for $1.00 Coke or Coke Products - 12 pack 12 oz. cans...... 3 for $11.99 City Commission Meetings Roxane Water - 24 Pack...... $2.99 ea. Wesson Oil - 48 oz...... $2.99 ea. City Commission Virtual Meetings: 6 pm • July 14 and 28, 6 pm - City Commission 1 Medium Eggs - 2 /2 Dozen ...... $3.99 ea. Meeting – Via Zoom, check City of Fort Meade web site https://www.cityoffort- Propane Gas Cylinders 20 lb./Exchange $14.99 ea. meade.com/index.php scroll down to Upcom- ing Events EBT • WIC • Florida Lottery ; click selected meeting and follow Stay Safe directions. & Open 7 days a week 8a.m. — 9p.m. God Bless Make A Difference: Best Meat Prices in the Heartland FM7:9c Support Local Fort Meade Businesses B6 The Herald-Advocate, July 9, 2020 The Fort Meade Times Fort Green News By Rilla Cooper 773-6710 Ray Acuff, A Family Man Greetings from Fort Green. gift for each resident. Thank goodness there were I really went through photo- By PRISCILLA PERRY mation about an ancestor and then take hosted local pioneer families to learn not as many obituaries in last graph albums on June 30. I Of The Fort Meade Times off on a trip to the city where that family about their roots. He spent hours getting week’s paper as the week be- looked at the album my daugh- Ray Acuff died on the first day of July, member had lived. He always came back the data together and delighted in watch- fore but our hearts are sad- ter made me after my 60th and Fort Meade lost a man known in with interesting stories and finds. And he ing the reaction of the guests as he shared dened when Sam Rawls birthday party which I gave many circles of the community. wanted others to have that experience, little-known tidbits about their ancestors. changed addresses last Sun- myself. It is unbelievable the Ray was Fort Meade born and raised. too. He was part of the Historical Soci- He was a fixture at the 9/11 Commu- day. He had been under hos- number of friends who have He graduated from the “old” Fort Meade ety’s Family History Night event that nity Memorial Service. He was tall and pice care and in Hardee Manor gone on and met their maker in High School in 1958 and began a life of had a shock of white hair that automati- and you are thankful no more the short 23 years. Then I community involvement. Through the cally drew attention to him. He partici- morphine but you remember looked at our wedding album years he served in the Jaycees, the Lions pated in that event dressed in his and think of all the good times. and that brought back a differ- Club, and in recent years became the face fireman’s garb. We camped in our motor ent type of other memories. of the Historical Society of Fort Meade. Ray was born March 14, 1940. homes plenty of times; attend- I have always wanted a Ray was known by many. He worked Ray is survived by his loving wife of ing gospel sings and just en- deep purple and a red crepe for Western Auto for 30 years, as well as 60 years, Joyce Hancock Acuff, of Fort joying different state parks. A myrtle tree and Sherman got a sales representative for Rotary Corpo- Meade; daughters, Kathy Agner (Billy), group of us enjoyed going to me one of each. I hope they ration for 22 years. But probably he was of Bartow, and Laura Passanesi (Joe), of Waldo including John and grow as well as the orchid tree best known for being a volunteer fire- Fort Meade; three grandsons, Joseph Pas- Essie Deer, Earl and Mary I got for my 60th birthday. fighter, where he served Fort Meade 51 sanesi, Jordan Whatley, and Clayton Pas- Bargeron, Tom and Sharon Our sympathy is also ex- years. After retiring, he continued with sanesi; one granddaughter, Kathryne Lynn and Sam and Arden. tended to the family of Barbara the group as its chaplain. Agner; and one great-grandson, Abram Essie and Earl have passed but Cole on the death of her aunt, Retiring only gave Ray more time to Owen. their spouses do not have Dori Brewer. Barbara goes to serve and to travel. He and his high A memorial service will be announced motor homes anymore. Our our church and is a dear friend. school sweetheart of 60 years, Joyce, later and contributions can be made to the group has been broken by A few years ago I had lots loved to travel. COURTESY PHOTO Hancock Cemetery Association, 620 N. death with the exception of of hummingbird moths that It was common for Ray to find infor- Ray Acuff Polk Ave., Fort Meade. Tom and Sharon and his health would even take the nectar is too bad to go anymore. from my red four-o’clocks Lately we have been camping while I held in my hand. Then with Sam and Arden’s son, several years none but last Community Openings Greg and Shuree Rawls. night there were about four in FMMHS Calendar Thankfully, Sherman and I are the petunias. Years ago I still young enough to camp. thought they were just small Calendar But, Sam and I were the same hummingbirds but there was 2019-20 Yearbook: Yearbooks arrived. 285- age, or I caught up with him on an article in Southern Living WITH SOCIAL DISTANCING last Tuesday when I turned 83. that listed the scientific name. 1180. Our sincerest sympathy is ex- They have a long bill and HELP of Fort Meade open, Monday, Tuesday, and tended to his family. move their wings just like real Cheer Friday 9 am – 3 pm, Wednesday 9 am – 2 pm. And I spent my birthday remi- hummingbirds. They are a closed 2nd and 4th Thursdays for food distribution at niscing. We got up about the treat to watch and I am thank- July 6 – 10 Sr. and JV Cheer Tryouts American Legion. Donations are accepted on normal same time and I had gone to ful for them. workdays from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. except for Wednesday, the bedroom to make the beds Our church is still closed so Band which is No Donation Day. The service side of HELP is and I could hear water run- we are listening to our open by appointment only by calling 863-285-6600. ning. It was coming from preacher on Facebook. It is July 20, 5:30 – 6:15 pm Mandatory Historical Society of Fort Meade Museum s closed under the house and Sherman good but just not the same as Parent Meeting for band members in band until further notice. See www.fortmeadeflmuseum.com turned off the pump after we attending church in the build- room. Please wear face masks. American Legion 4th Tuesday at 6 pm. got some water for emergency ing. I watched Dr. Stanley and City Hall is open. use. We called the plumber and another preacher last Sunday [email protected] Community Center closed for renovation. got the answering machine but who was very good. Things July 21 – 22, 9 am – Noon Leadership Fort Meade City Mobile Home Park Activity called again later and they will get back to normal maybe Camp Center is closed. could not get here for two to someday. Parks are open to public. Due to project construc- three days. Then to the yellow My neighbor said the fire- July 23 – 24, 10 – 1 pm Percussion pages and a plumber in Arca- tion, north section of Peace River, including play- works at Mount Rushmore dia advertised they would be at were real pretty. I could not get Camp ground, and south section of Patterson Park are July 27 – 31, 9 am – 7 pm Band Camp your location the same day as we just have antenna TV, closed. they were called if called in the but did watch the ones at the morning. Sure enough they ar- capital. They were pretty but it rived around 3:40 p.m. and re- bothered me that the person paired the problem. singing the National Anthem Sandy Hash is a good per- had on a tee shirt. It was also COVID-19 Currently Phase 2 Submit A Tip son and always doing things to disturbing when the television Save A Life help people and called to wish showed protestors pulling CHECK DAILY: me happy birthday and her down a statute of Christopher NATIONAL HUMAN card had said we had been Columbus and throwing him City of Fort Meade Web Page: www.cityoffortmeade.com/ TRAFFICKING HOTLINE friends for 37 years. When she into the river. Everyone needs Polk County School Board: www.polkschoolsfl.com/ learned of our problem, she to pray for our nation. It is in Polk County Web Page: www.polk-county.net/ 1-888-373-7888 brought out chicken noodle bad shape. or soup, banana bread and two Pray for each other, all the FloridaHealth: www.floridahealthcovid19.gov/ Scroll down to bottles of water. Now that is a ones you know who are sick See Dashboard for individual Florida county data; and to See Text friend. She is the type of per- (and there are quite a lot of the Report for daily updates by city. son who used to always visit them), the pandemic to end, “Help” or “Info” Rest Haven and take a small and President Trump. to 233733

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After tor Jason Reitman ("Up in the released on video and DVD. a row beginning at 8 p.m., other Fun & Games shows, it that, Kudrow is seen behind Air") came up with the idea PICKS OF THE WEEK turn, Capt. Miller (Tom Hanks) starting with "Celebrity hadn't begun filming before the bars in an orange jumpsuit, her back in March to do an at- Someone just had a birthday! leads a squad of soldiers across Family Feud" and end- pandemic shut blond hair now with long dark home, quarantine-style version Yes, America, that's who. And France through questionable ing with "Match down produc- roots, signifying she's been of the classic 1987 film. while she ain't perfect, she's territory looking for the last of Game." I can't remem- tion in all of there for a while. Turns out While the original starred worth celebrating and fighting four brothers to bring him ber the name of the Hollywood. Maggie has been sentenced to Cary Elwes and Robin Wright for – and even dying for. home alive. The first 24 min- show, but the one in the Hopefully it'll 40 years in prison, but at no as Westley and Princess Butter- Movies have always been a utes are gut-wrenching and vis- 9 p.m. hour was emceed return for next time during the 10-episode first cup, Reitman's version, which lens through which we exam- ceral. by Michael Strahan summer's Fun & season of "Space Force" do is airing on the new streaming ine our own values. Here are "Rocky IV" (1985) – Rocky with two celebrities each Games, if not they explain how she got there. service called Quibi, features some of the patri- Balboa playing with a contest- sooner. In an interview with "Collider," real-life celebrity couples such otic movies worth (Sylvester ant. "Family Feud" and *** co-creator Greg Daniels said as Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner a second look this Stallone) al- "Match Game" are Q: Did I the omission was intentional, taking turns playing the star- month, from the ways was a both back this summer, but miss something in the first explaining "I think that it's very crossed lovers. Other perform- Revolutionary War shining ex- the Strahan show is not. Will episode of Netflix's "Space funny to just hear little hints of ers rounding out the cast and Civil War to ample of it be returning before the end Force"? Why is the general's it, and not know the full story, include Hugh Jackman, Jen- the Cold War and American of the season? –D.J. wife in jail for 40 years? My that it gives her character a cer- nifer Garner, David Oyelowo, the Gender War – values: hard A: ABC's Summer Fun & daughter thinks I should re- tain mysterious energy." Jon Hamm and Tiffany Had- and a couple of work, loy- Games lineup is back again on watch the premiere to find *** dish, plus many, many more. American gems to round it out. alty, heart. But "Rocky IV" pits Sunday nights this summer, but out. –A.V. Q: Is it true that they are (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc. Happy viewing, my fellow the Italian Stallion against one "The $100,000 Pyramid" Americans! Ivan Drago, a Soviet supervil- seems to be missing. It's not in "The Patriot" (2000) – Mel lain and hard-driven machine the promos, and it looks like it's Gibson and director Roland of a boxer. But with those red, been replaced by "Press Your Hollywood Emmerich made a blockbuster white and blue trunks, our boy Luck," hosted by actress Eliza- Inside By Tony Rizzo out of the Revolutionary War, is up to the task. beth Banks. with Gibson playing a wid- "G.I. Jane" (1997) – In a Universal Studios gained "Lost River," which failed at was picked up by Universal owed father of seven who is story from real life, Demi success in 1931 with gothic the box office (only $615,500 after the mouse house dropped drawn into the militia to fight Moore stars as military pioneer Top 10 horror films "Dracula," gross) but was a vehicle to star it. Pratt's sci/fi thriller "The To- against the Redcoats led by a Jane Parkhurst, the first woman "Frankenstein," "The the mother of his two daugh- morrow War," co-starring J.K. particularly nasty Dragoon to undergo training at the U.S. Movies Mummy," "The Werewolf of ters, Eva Mendes. Simmons, has been resched- (played by expert villain Jason Navy Special Warfare Group. London," and in 1933, "The Universal is planning to re- uled for July 2021. Isaacs). Tough as nails and with an iron VIDEO ON DEMAND Invisible Man." It's make, "The Bride *** "Glory" (1989) – The story will, Jane faces discrimination 1. The Invisible Man (R) successfully regen- of Frankenstein" Ben Pratt took Broadway by of the 54th Regiment of the and harassment as she earns the Elisabeth Moss, Oliver Jack- erated these titles, (it's in talks with storm as the title star of "Dear Massachusetts Volunteer In- respect of her peers. son-Cohen with remakes star- Angelina Jolie to Evan Hansen (2015), winning fantry, an all-Black unit that "National Treasure" (2004) – 2. The Hunt (R) Betty ring Tom Cruise in play Frank's wife), a Tony, a Grammy (for the cast fought for the Union in the An unimaginable treasure is Gilpin, Hilary Swank "The Mummy" "Dracula" and "The album) and an Emmy (for per- Civil War, even as its soldiers tended by illuminati and hid- 3. Bad Boys for Life (R) ($410 million Creature From the forming on "The Today were subject to overwhelming den by the Founding Fathers, Will Smith, Martin Lawrence gross) and "The In- Black Lagoon" Show"). Ben starred at age 9 racism and demeaning treat- locatable only through an intri- 4. Sonic the Hedgehog visible Man," star- (1954 in black & on Broadway in the role Ron ment. cate and elaborate system of (PG) James Marsden, Jim Car- ring Elisabeth white and 3D), Howard played in the film "Mr. Smith Goes to Washing- maps and clues, some hidden rey Moss ($126 mil- which had two se- "The Music Man." He was in ton" (1939) – In Frank Capra's on and in the very fabric of our 5. Jumanji: The Next Level lion gross); a se- quels, "Revenge of "Pitch Perfect" and "Pitch Per- classic Washington, D.C., tale, nation. Nicolas Cage plays (PG-13) Dwayne Johnson, quel is coming. the Creature" (1955 fect 2," "Ricki & The Flash," Jimmy Stewart plays Jefferson Benjamin Franklin Gates, a Jack Black Despite the failure of the in B&W and 3D), which fea- with Meryl Streep and Rick Smith, a local hero brimming third-generation treasure hunter 6. The Call of the Wild 2010 remake of "The Wolf- tured an unknown actor named Springfield, and was renewed with idealism who's appointed who is all-in on finding it. (PG) Harrison Ford, Omar Sy man," starring Oscar-winners Clint Eastwood, and "The for a second season of the Net- to serve out the term of a de- "Independence Day" 7. 1917 (R) Dean-Charles Anthony Hopkins and Benicio Creature Walks Among Us" flix series "The Politician." His ceased senator. Washington's (1996) – An egotistical pilot Chapman, George MacKay del Toro ($150 million (1956, in B&W, no 3D). performance film, "Ben Pratt: greed and cynicism almost (Will Smith) and a tree-hug- 8. Think Like a Dog (PG) cost/$143 million gross), *** Live at Radio City Music break him down -- but he ging genius (Jeff Goldblum) Megan Fox, Josh Duhamel they're going to remake it, this Chris Pratt's film "Cowboy Hall," was filmed in Septem- comes roaring back with zeal join forces with an all-Ameri- 9. 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COUNTY COURT enter partial payment plan upon celed (second or subsequent), den and Summer S. Dowden, $225,000. Rosalinda Ma, to Victor Fe- The following marriage li- release, credit for time served. sentenced to time served for for $275,000. Alina V. Estopiman, as to an liberto Rojas and Teresa Lopez, censes were issued recently in Nichole Lynn Vasquez, vio- possession of drug parapherna- Gary Lamar Crawford and undivided ½ interest, and for $50,000. the Clerk of Courts Office: lation of probation, original lia, sentenced to 30 days in Carey M. Crawford, to Yi Apolinar J. Capote and Floralia Ever Josue Hernandez charge fraudulent use of credit county jail for driving while Cheng Zheng, for $180,000. F. Capote, as to an undivided ½ Romero, 33, of Wauchula, and card, admitted violation, adju- DL suspended/revoked/ can- Dewei Han, to Eduardo Flo- interest, to Dallas Ray Gross NOTICE UNDER Yeni Mariela Ramos Hernan- dicated guilty, sentenced to 300 celed (second or subsequent), res Najera and Yesenia Norma and Michelle A. Gouthro, as FICTITIOUS NAME ACT dez, 24, of Wauchula. days in county jail, $200 fee, sentenced to 3 years of proba- Salgado, for $189,000. joint tenants with rights of sur- Notice is hereby given that Antonio Rodriguez, 34, of outstanding balance of restitu- tion for possession of metham- Robert P. McNew Sr. and vivorship, for $182,000. the undersigned, pursuant to the provisions of the Fictitious Wauchula, and Jennifer Lopez, tion to be paid with partial pay- phetamine, $520 fine, $600 in Delores J. McNew, to Robert LaJuana Dobbie, to Michele Name Act, Section 865.09, 30, of Wauchula. ment plan, credit for all time fees, substance abuse evalua- C. Cottrell and Sheryl N. Cot- Potrzuski-Clark and Susan Bur- Florida Statutes, as amended, served. tion and treatment, credit for all trell, for $23,500. riss, as joint tenants with full intends to register with the The following civil actions Cody David Ralls, burglary time served. Tina Jacobs (a/k/a Bettina rights of survivorship, for Secretary of State of the State of Florida, the fictitious name and small-claims cases were with assault or battery, plea of Christian Wabanimkee, bat- Jacobs), to Utilitech Inc., a $43,500. of Hardee Wellness Alliance filed in County Court. no contest to the lesser charge tery/assault by person detained Florida corporation, for Cynthia J. Woods, individu- under which the undersigned Roy Carranco Jr. and Veron- of burglary of a structure, adju- in jail or detention facility, mo- $110,000. ally and as personal representa- is engaged or will engage in ica Lee Carranco v. Erika Lott, dicated guilty of burglary of a tion to self-represent denied, Amador Morales, to John tive of the Estate of Charlotte business at: 303 W. Main Street, Suite 1 in the City of complaint for unlawful de- structure, sentenced to 30 court finds defendant incompe- Dewey Polt and Doris Jean Ella Marrinner (a/k/a Charlotte Wauchula, Florida 33873. tainer. months in state prison, $520 tent to stand trial, defendant Polt, for $36,000. E. Marriner), and James San- Midland Credit Manage- fine, $600 in fees, credit for all does not require involuntary Robert R. McKinney (a/k/a ford Marriner Jr., to James A. That the party/parties inter- ested in said business enter- ment Inc. v. Stephanie Taylor, time served, financial obliga- commitment, defended re- Robert Rue Sr.), to Christopher Powers and Betty J. Powers, for prise is/are as follows: Katrina small claims complaint seeking tions set to lien. leased on own recognizance. M. Roberts and Donna M. $119.900. Blandin, Chair, Ivy Gonzalez, $1,466.35. Esbeida Maldonado, resist- Roberts, for $50,000. Patrick D. Howley, to John Vice Chair. Portfolio Recovery Associ- ing officer with violence and The following deeds for Brian Douglas, to Soua Lee Smith and Donna Smith, for Dated at Wauchula, Hardee ates v. Alvaro Ibarra, small domestic battery, plea of no real estate transactions of and May Doua Lee, for $25,000. County, Florida 33873. claims complaint seeking contest to the lesser charge of $10,000 or more were filed re- $100,000. Nationwide Advantage Person authorizing publica- $1,128.35. resisting officer without vio- cently in the Clerk of Courts Elinor Michele Darty, Mortgage Company, to Mar- tion: Maria Pearson. Onemain Financial Group lence, state to drop domestic Office: Daniel Robert Darty, and Bran- timiano Martinez-Martinez and LLC v. Daniel Estrada, small battery charge, adjudicated Marcus J. Ezelle and Carol don Lloyd Darty, to Phillip A. Socorro Martinez-Ambrosio, Dated: July 6, 2020

claims complaint seeking guilt of resisting officer without M. Ezelle, to William B. Dow- Hunt and Tami R. Hunt, for for $60,000. 7:9p $6,219.68. violence, sentenced to 364 days in the county jail, $430 fine, The following civil actions $150 fees, to enter partial pay- and small-claims cases were ment plan upon release, credit disposed of recently in for all time served. STATE OF FLORIDA County Court. Esbeida Maldonado, posses- Suncoast Credit Union v. sion of methamphetamine with DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL John T. Barlow, final judge- intent to sell, possession of syn- ment against defendant in the thetic cannabinoids, driving PROTECTION amount of $9,585.51. while DL NOTICE OF ISSUANCE OF Suncoast Credit Union v. suspended/revoked/canceled, Nathan R. Fuller, final judge- and possession of drug para- ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCE PERMIT MODIFICATION ment against defendant in the phernalia, plea of no contest to amount of $15,065.32. possession of synthetic AND CONCEPTUAL RECLAMATION PLAN MODIFICATION cannabinoids, plea of no con- The following criminal test to the less charge of posses- traffic and misdemeanor sion of methamphetamine, state The Department of Environmental Protection (Department), gives notice of issuance of an Environmental Resource cases were disposed of re- to drop driving while DL sus- Permit (ERP) Modification (File No. MMR_169281-021) and a Conceptual Reclamation Plan (CRP) Modification cently in County Court. pended/revoked/cancelled and (File No. MMR_169281-022, MOS-ONA-CPB) to Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC, 13830 Circa Crossing Drive, Lithia, Florida, Porfirio Garcia, violation of possession of drug parapherna- 33547, at the existing Ona Mine in Hardee County. These modifications are to add to the existing mine, two areas probation, original charges of lia, adjudicated guilty of pos- totaling approximately 82.6 acres from the adjacent Mosaic Fort Green Mine. These areas consist of formerly DUI and driving while DL sus- session of methamphetamine mined or disturbed lands that have been reclaimed and released from the requirements of Chapter 378, F.S. and pended/revoked/canceled, ad- and possession of synthetic Chapter 62C-16, F.A.C. Disturbance of the approximately 82.6 additional acres includes impacts to approximately mitted violation, adjudicated cannabinoids, sentenced to 364 5.9 acres of herbaceous wetlands that have formed within areas reclaimed and released as uplands. Impacts to guilty, sentenced to 120 days in days in county jail on each the approximately 5.9 acres of herbaceous wetlands will be offset through a portion of a conservation easement county jail, probation revoked, county, sentences to run con- placed on an unmined section of Payne Creek. credit for all time served, $75 current, $520 fine, $400 fees, to fee, monetary obligations set to enter partial payment plan upon The added areas are located directly west of the Ona Mine, within the existing Fort Green Mine, and are east of lien. release, credit for all time Horse Creek in Section 5, Township 34 South, Range 23 East in Hardee County. Gael Gutierrez, residing ar- served. rest without violence, plea of Jesus Gaspar Quetzalcu- This action is final and effective unless a timely petition for an administrative hearing is filed under sections 120.569 no contest, adjudicated guilty, ateco, possession of a fraudu- and 120.57, F.S., before the deadline for filing a petition. On the filing of a timely and sufficient petition, this action sentenced to 52 days in county lent/forged driver’s license and will not be final and effective until further order of the Department. Because the administrative hearing process is jail, $430 fine, $304.50 in fines. driving without a driver’s li- designed to formulate final agency action, the hearing process may result in a modification of the agency action Eliberto Cisneros, posses- cense, plea of no contest to or even denial of the application sion of drug paraphernalia, plea driving without a driver’s li- of no contest, adjudication cense, state to drop possession The documents can be accessed through the Department’s Electronic Document Management System at: withheld, $430 fine, $150 fee, of a fraudulent/forged driver’s defendant to enter partial pay- license charge, adjudicated https://depedms.dep.state.fl.us:443/Oculus/servlet/shell?command=getEntity&[guid=26.98632.1]&[profile= ment plan within 5 days. guilty of driving without a dri- Permitting_Authorization] Ismael Cruz Gomez, no ver’s license, sentenced to time valid driver’s license, plea of served, $430 fine, $250 fees. https://depedms.dep.state.fl.us:443/Oculus/servlet/shell?command=getEntity&[guid=26.98631.1]&[profile= guilty, adjudicated guilty, $430 Isaac Erikson Vasquez, pos- Permitting_Authorization] fine, $75 fee, to establish partial session of methamphetamine, payment plan within 5 days. possession of drug parapherna- https://depedms.dep.state.fl.us:443/Oculus/servlet/shell?command=getEntity&[guid=26.98630.1]&[profile= Alexey Marquez, unlawful lia, fleeing or attempting to Permitting_Authorization] taking of wildlife/fish during elude, plea of no contest to pos- closed season and taking session of methamphetamine https://depedms.dep.state.fl.us:443/Oculus/servlet/shell?command=getEntity&[guid=26.98633.1]&[profile= wildlife on roads or right-of- and possession of drug para- Reclamation] way, entered diversion. phernalia, state to drop fleeing Jorge Dubiel Gonzalez Tri- or attempting to elude charge, https://depedms.dep.state.fl.us:443/Oculus/servlet/shell?command=getEntity&[guid=26.98629.1]&[profile= ana, taking wildlife on roads or adjudicated guilty of posses- Reclamation] right-of-way, entered diversion. sion of drug paraphernalia, ad- Obdulio Sopedra, taking judication withheld on If you have any questions or have difficulty viewing the electronic documents, please email to MiningAndMitiga- wildlife on roads or right-of- possession of methampheta- [email protected] or call 850.245.8336. way, entered diversion. mine charge, sentenced to 3 Alejandro Lopez, taking years of probation for posses- A person whose substantial interests are affected by the Department’s action may petition for an administrative wildlife on roads or right-of- sion of methamphetamine, sen- proceeding (hearing) under Sections 120.569 and 120.57, F.S. Pursuant to Rule 28-106.201, Florida Administrative way, entered diversion. tenced to time served for Code (F.A.C.), a petition for an administrative hearing must contain the following information: possession of drug parapherna- CIRCUIT COURT lia, $520 fine, $550 in fees, (a) The name and address of each agency affected and each agency’s file or identification number, if known; The following civil actions substance abuse evaluation and (b) The name, address, any email address, any facsimile number, and telephone number of the petitioner; the were filed recently in the of- treatment, may early terminate name, address, and telephone number of the petitioner’s representative, if any, which shall be the address fice of the Circuit Court: probation after 2 years if all for There were no civil actions conditions are met. service purposes during the course of the proceeding; and an explanation of how the petitioner’s substantial filed recently in the office of the Isaac Erikson Vasquez, pos- interests are or will be affected by the agency determination; Circuit Court. session of methamphetamine, (c) A statement of when and how the petitioner received notice of the agency decision; possession of cocaine, and pos- (d) A statement of all disputed issues of material fact. If there are none, the petition must so indicate; The following civil actions session of drug paraphernalia, (e) A concise statement of the ultimate facts alleged, including the specific facts that the petitioner contends were disposed of recently in plea of no contest to possession warrant reversal or modification of the agency’s proposed action; Circuit Court: of cocaine and possession of (f) A statement of the specific rules or statutes that the petitioner contends require reversal or modification of the United States of America, drug paraphernalia, state to agency’s proposed action, including an explanation of how the alleged facts relate to the specific rules or acting through the U.S. Depart- drop possession of metham- statutes; and ment of Agriculture, Rural De- phetamine charge, adjudicated (g) A statement of the relief sought by the petitioner, stating precisely the action that the petitioner wishes the velopment, f/k/a Farmers guilty of possession of drug agency to take with respect to the agency’s proposed action. Home Administration, a/k/a paraphernalia, adjudication Rural Housing Service, v. Ka- withheld on possession of co- The petition must be filed (received by the Clerk) in the Office of General Counsel of the Department at 3900 Com- toyna Laraine Jackson, a/k/a caine, sentenced to time served monwealth Boulevard, Mail Station 35, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3000 or at [email protected]. Also, Katonya Jackson Perry, a/k/a for possession of drug para- a copy of the petition shall be mailed to the applicant at the address indicated above at the time of filing. Katonya L. Perry; Hardee phernalia, sentenced to 3 years County, State of Florida, Victo- of probation for possession of In accordance with Rule 62-110.106(3), F.A.C., petitions for an administrative hearing by the applicant must be rial Rodgers Clerk of Court, cocaine, $520 fine, $550 in filed within 21 days of receipt of this written notice. Petitions filed by any persons other than the applicant, and and Tyeisha M. Anderson, sum- fees, substance abuse evalua- other than those entitled to written notice under Section 120.60(3), F.S., must be filed within 21 days of publication mary final judgement of fore- tion and treatment, may early of the notice or within 21 days of receipt of the written notice, whichever occurs first. Under Section 120.60(3), closure in the amount of terminate probation in 2 years F.S., however, any person who has asked the Department for notice of agency action may file a petition within 21 $102,755.38. if all conditions are met. days of receipt of such notice, regardless of the date of publication. The failure to file a petition within the appropriate Ryan Tyler Raulerson, pos- time period shall constitute a waiver of that person's right to request an administrative determination (hearing) The following felony crim- session of methamphetamine, under Sections 120.569 and 120.57, F.S., or to intervene in this proceeding and participate as a party to it. Any inal cases were disposed of re- possession of drug parapherna- subsequent intervention (in a proceeding initiated by another party) will be only at the discretion of the presiding cently in Circuit Court: lia, introduction of contraband officer upon the filing of a motion in compliance with Rule 28-106.205, F.A.C. Adam Joseph Anderson, flee- into a county facility, and driv- ing or attempting to elude, pro- ing while DL suspended/re- Under Rule 62-110.106(4), F.A.C., a person whose substantial interests are affected by the Department’s action bation reinstated, defendant voked/cancelled (second or may also request an extension of time to file a petition for an administrative hearing. The Department may, for received all credit, probation subsequent), plea of no contest good cause shown, grant the request for an extension of time. Requests for extension of time must be filed with terminated successfully. to possession of methampheta- the Office of General Counsel of the Department at 3900 Commonwealth Boulevard, Mail Station 35, Tallahassee, Nichole Lynn Vasquez, pos- mine, possession of drug para- Florida 32399-3000, before the applicable deadline for filing a petition for an administrative hearing. A timely request session of drug paraphernalia phernalia, and driving while for extension of time shall toll the running of the time period for filing a petition until the request is acted upon. and possession of methamphet- DL suspended/revoked/ can- amine, plea of no contest to celed (second or subsequent), Mediation is not available in this proceeding. possession of drug parapherna- state to drop introduction of lia, state to drop possession of contraband into county facility The applicant, or any party within the meaning of Section 373.114(1)(a) or 373.4275, F.S., may also seek appellate methamphetamine charge, ad- charge, adjudicated guilty of review of this order before the Land and Water Adjudicatory Commission under Section 373.114(1) or 373.4275, judicated guilty of possession possession of methampheta- F.S. Requests for review before the Land and Water Adjudicatory Commission must be filed with the Secretary of of drug paraphernalia, sen- mine, possession of drug para- the Commission and served on the Department within 20 days from the date when this order is filed with the Clerk tenced to 300 days in county phernalia, and driving while of the Department. jail, $430 fine, $425 in fees, to DL suspended/ revoked/can- 7:9c B10 The Herald-Advocate, July 9, 2020

Independence Illumination

NOTICE OF INTENT for the HARDEE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS to consider the Third Amendment of the 2008 Local Development Agreement for the Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC South Fort Meade Mine – Hardee County On Thursday, July 16, 2020 at 8:30 A.M.

Or as soon thereafter as it can be heard in the Hardee County Board of County Commission Chambers, Room 102, Courthouse Annex, 412 West Orange Street, Wauchula, Florida

The specific parcels of the South Fort Meade Mine- Hardee County for consideration by the Board of County Com- missioners are located within Sections 25, 26 and 35, Township 33 South, Range 25 East, Hardee County, Florida, and are shown below shaded in dark blue on the map of Mosaic’s South Fort Meade Mine – Hardee County.

Prior to the Public Hearing, documents relating to the Third Amendment of the 2008 Local Development Agreement will be available for public inspection during weekdays between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. at the office of the Hardee County Mining Coordinator, 220 South Ninth Avenue, Wauchula, Florida (863)773-0136 or email [email protected].

All interested persons shall have the right to be heard. In rendering its decision, the Board of County Commissioners shall rely solely on testimony that is relevant and material. Although minutes of the Public Hearing will be recorded, anyone wishing to appeal any decision made at the public hearing will need to ensure a verbatim record of the proceedings is made by a court reporter.

This is a Disabled-Accessible facility. Any disabled person needing to make special arrangements should contact the County Manager’s Office at least two (2) working days prior to the public hearing. Rick Knight, Chairman Board of County Commissioners 7:9c