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the man to the ground with came after the man had exited profanity-laced commands. the van and his firearm was seen Deputy investigated in concealed weapons incident The man also could be heard by Cox. telling the deputy he had a con- Cox and the man disagreed on A.B. SIDIBE video on YouTube, veteran Cit- That’s when Cox noticed a hol- cealed/carry permit. Cox’s an- the deputy’s assertion he bran- Staff writer rus County Sheriff ’s Deputy stered handgun sticking out swer was he didn’t care. dished a firearm, which showed Andy Cox is seen stopping a mo- from around the man’s waist. In audio, Cox later could be under his shirttail when he Video of a 2009 traffic stop in- torist for an expired tag. Cox, in a quickly changed heard telling the man he would reached into the van. volving a purported concealed When the driver — who had tone, ordered the man to put his be charged with brandishing a According to CCSO spokes- weapon permit holder and a stepped out of his van and ac- hands on the van, then re- firearm, and said the man never woman Heather Yates, Cox has sheriff ’s deputy is creating quite cessed his wallet — was asked asserted: “Put your hands right told him he had a permit for the been placed on administrative a buzz online and has the deputy for his registration and proof of there or I’ll shoot you in the (ex- pistol. While both the man and a duty and an internal affairs facing an agency inquiry. insurance, he turned and pletive) back.” female companion advised he In the 6-minute 41-second reached back into the vehicle. Cox then promptly ordered had a permit, the comments See INQUIRY/ Page A4 Pro-lifers mark anniversary Roe v. Wade decision turns 40
NANCY KENNEDY Staff writer
— INVERNESS he January chill could Tnot keep away the 100 or so people who met Tuesday on the lawn of the Old Courthouse to mark the 40th an- niversary of Roe v. Wade, the 1973 U.S. Supreme Court decision legalizing abortion on demand. ———■——— Tuesday’s event, sponsored by Cit- MATTHEW BECK/Chronicle rus County Right Cookie Plaisted holds her 7-month-old grandson, Nathaniel Gibson of Homosassa, Tuesday afternoon as the Roe v. Wade memorial ob- to Life, was both a servance starts on Courthouse Square in Inverness. Citrus County Right to Life held the memorial that marks the Supreme Court’s de- cision 40 years ago to legalize abortion. Mrs. Plaisted said it was important for her to bring her grandchild to the memorial, because time for partici- she and her husband, Inverness Mayor Bob Plaisted, adopted the baby’s mother many years ago. “She could have been aborted,” she pants to mourn said of her daughter. “But she was put up for adoption and now we have our daughter and a beautiful grandson.” the more than 55 Every prayer, song cation. “We have hope Inverness, said her min- great-grandparents who abortion rights activists million abortions and speech proclaimed that hearts will be istry has been quietly are raising their great- won an epic battle with performed since the message that life is changed, that laws will supporting families in grandchildren. Roe vs. Wade — and precious and abortion is be changed and the Citrus County for 30 “I bring a message of they’ve been losing ever 1973 and a time to tragic. lives of the unborn will years, encouraging peo- hope and encourage- since.” uphold their view “We come today with be protected.” ple to choose life, giving ment,” she said, citing a To the applause of hope and with broken Cindy Devine, direc- them resources and life Jan. 14 Time magazine those in attendance, on the sanctity of hearts,” prayed the Rev. tor of the Pregnancy & skills training as they cover story that an- life. Kevin Brian in his invo- Family Life Center in raise children — even nounced, “40 years ago See LIFE/ Page A2
INSIDE LOCAL NEWS: Courtrooms County: At least we know Progress’ tax plans Canines calm kids in about 60 percent stressful settings such as court./Page A3 Company plans to pay only $19M — or less — next year of what the county said it owes. NATIONAL NEWS: The company MIKE WRIGHT commission Chairman Joe Meek Himmel, Property Appraiser filed suit against Staff writer noted last week’s letter from Geoff Greene and Sheriff Jeff Greene over his Progress Florida President Alex Dawsy. All four are preparing a assessment of CRYSTAL RIVER — Citrus Glenn said the company would joint response; Meek said early pollution-control County officials are not happy pay no more than $19 million — Tuesday evening he expects the Joe Meek equipment in- with Progress Energy Florida’s and potentially much less — in response to be sent today to stalled in 2009 at latest salvo on property taxes, but property taxes next year regard- Glenn. the company’s coal-burning plants at least they know where the com- less of the property appraiser’s as- Progress and its parent com- north of Crystal River. The differ- pany stands. sessments. pany, Duke Energy, are embroiled ence in taxable value between That was the sentiment ex- Glenn sent the letter to Meek, in a dispute over 2012 property Shootings pressed Tuesday when county Superintendent of Schools Sandra taxes. Progress paid $19 million — See TAX /Page A4 A 15-year-old charged with shooting his family planned to do more, but did not./Page A12 Commissioners debate spending per resident INDEX nual sur- and 7.62 county employees Comics ...... C6 vey and per 1,000 residents, Citrus Community ...... C4 Adams takes issue with calculation method Leon County ranked the 17th Crossword ...... C5 CHRIS VAN ORMER scheduled to present the when a commissioner County is lowest-spending county in Editorial ...... A10 Staff writer forecast regarding human brought up a question, we the lead- the state. Entertainment . . . . .B6 services, economic envi- would try to answer that ing agency “They use a net budget,” Horoscope ...... B6 Citrus County’s spending ronment and culture and question at the next board in that,” Taylor explained about Lottery Numbers . . .B4 record looks good in com- recreation. But first, he meeting,” Thorpe began. Taylor how Leon County calcu- parison to other counties, Lottery Payouts . . . .B6 dealt with an issue raised Cathy Taylor, director of said. Scott lated its data. “That’s all Movies ...... C6 according to data pre- at the previous meeting of the Management and Leon Adams the personnel costs, plus Obituaries ...... A6 pared by Leon County, the Citrus County Board of Budget Department, said County’s all the operating costs in Classifieds ...... C7 commissioners heard County Commissioners the county participates in survey shows the net the county. They subtract TV Listings ...... C5 Tuesday. (BOCC) by Commissioner an annual survey with budget per capita and the out the capital and the At the second session to Scott Adams. The subject other Florida counties and staff per thousand for each reserves.” analyze the county was general fund spending can show how it compares of Florida’s 67 counties. Taylor said Leon County budget, County Adminis- per capita. to other counties. With $870 allocated for trator Brad Thorpe was “As part of our rule, “We participate in an an- spending on each resident See DEBATE /Page A2 A2 WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2013 CITRUS COUNTY (FL) CHRONICLE
in the abortion rate. Also, devastating to the entire greatest weapon in the from 1982 to 2008 there was nation. fight is personal and cor- LIFE a decrease in doctors will- “Fifty-five million are porate prayer and being Continued from Page A1 ing to perform abortions.” dead, but hundreds of mil- prepared to answer the According to informa- lions are wounded,” she pro-choice arguments with Devine went on to say that tion from The Associated said. “It’s the profound vi- knowledge and a soft reply. in 1992 the Supreme Press, since 2010, GOP- olation of women, body “No one was ever won Court’s ruling in Planned dominated state legisla- and soul; the grief of over to the pro-life move- Parenthood vs. Casey gave tures have passed more grandparents and family ment by a shouting states the right to regulate than 130 bills intended to members who will never match,” she said. restrictions on abortions. reduce access to abortion, know the joy these babies Peter Reguin, grand Since then, even though including mandatory coun- would have brought. knight from the Knights of Planned Parenthood is the seling and ultrasound for “Add to that the absence of Columbus Council 6391, single largest abortion women seeking abortions, prayer in the public forum,” said the Knights of Colum- provider in the U.S., most bans on abortion after 20 she said. “I’m convinced that bus organization is com- abortions are performed weeks of pregnancy, curbs this monumental removal of mitted to raising money to Special to the Chronicle in independent clinics. on how insurers cover joy, infusion of sorrow and buy ultrasound machines Cliff Wiggins stands ready with a van full of rakes for a As a result of the ruling, abortions and regulations restriction of prayer as an for pregnancy centers. lyngbya cleanup. states continue to pass leg- for abortion clinics. antidote has resulted in the “When they see it’s a islation making it increas- “For 40 years since Roe severe imbalance in the baby, they change their ingly burdensome for these v. Wade … we’ve been mak- mental health of America … minds,” he said. “So, when clinics to operate, forcing ing a difference,” she said. We are witnessing a time in you see the Knights of Saturday cleanup many to close, she said. The news Tuesday was America when our collec- Columbus out raising “Between 1982 and 2008 not all positive, however. tive pain is so great … and money, that’s what it’s for.” there was a 39 percent de- Keynote speaker Donna there’s an ever-escalating Chronicle reporter for ‘One Rake’ crease in abortion Davis, a member of Citrus eruption of violence Nancy Kennedy can be providers,” Devine said. County Right to Life, said throughout society.” reached at nkennedy “From 1982 to 2008, there the cumulative effect of 55 Davis said the battle is @chronicleonline.com or Project targets invasive algae was a 33 percent decrease million abortions has been far from over, and the 352-564-2927.
Special to the Chronicle water, and it hordes nutri- ing it by the number of users for cost per capita be compared to other ents, according to Jones. DEBATE people in the county to determination. counties because they op- CRYSTAL RIVER — It can be prevented in the give you a per capita cost. “If we combine all of the erate differently. Rakes are ready for “One future as people learn to Continued from Page A1 The problem with that and costs together and simply Commissioner Dennis Rake at a Time” lyngbya use less fertilizer, or not why I believe that is not divide it by the number of Damato said many of the cleanup from 1 to 3 p.m. fertilize at all, and as they was looking at day-to-day correct is what we are people in the county, that’s counties that ranked lower Saturday, Jan. 26, at move to non-spray irriga- operating as a cost to run. doing now is we are mix- giving us a false reading on than Citrus are considered Hunter Springs Park in tion so water is not lost to Adams questioned why ing apples and oranges.” the per capita cost of local financially disadvantaged Crystal River. evaporation. “Dilution is the figure for Citrus For example, when the government,” Meek said. by the state and receive This will be the One a solution to pollution,” County was not higher as county purchased a utility Adams disagreed. additional funding from Rake at a Time project’s Jones said. the current total county system in 2008, Meek said, “You can say that, but it’s the state for support of first big public lyngbya A healthy, full aquifer is budget is $231,773,880, for about $50 million, it sitting on the books,” general services. cleanup for 2013. Spon- the best line of defense “which comes out to be was a revenue generator Adams said. “It’s either a “That puts Citrus County sored by the Kings Bay Ro- against salt water incur- $1,655 per person. That’s that not everyone in the liability or an asset. If we very, very well positioned tary, local volunteers will sion and pollution. sheriff ’s department, clerk county pays for, only resi- want to pull it out and put in net budget per capita, be joined by 41 college stu- People can also help by of court, BOCC.” dents who are county it by itself, that’s fine. But staff per thousand,” Dam- dents and staff from Darton having septic tanks in- “It’s not just ad valorem water and sewer cus- at the way it is calculated ato said. “Based on the State College in Albany, Ga. spected every five years taxes, Taylor said. “Our tomers. But it was lumped in the budget, it has to be four counties that sur- The students will be here and by hooking up to mu- total budget includes all into the total budget cost. figured that way.” round us, it costs more to for the weekend, learning nicipal sewer systems the enterprise funds, the “When you add that in Meek replied that he live there and I think we about manatees. where available, accord- reserves, bond proceeds. and divide it by the num- disagreed with Adams. have way more to offer.” Everyone is invited to ing to Jones. Landscaping What we’re spending to ber of people, that gives Commissioner Rebecca Chronicle reporter join in the effort to rake should use native or operate each day — this you a false per capita cost Bays said that although the Chris Van Ormer can be lyngbya algae from King’s drought-tolerant trees, gives us that picture.” of local government,” Leon County survey was reached at cvanormer Bay. High school students shrubs and ground cover Adams came back to the Meek said. “That utility is considered a standard, @chronicleonline.com or can earn community and drip irrigation meth- expenditure-per-resident a revenue generator and counties could not always 352-564-2916. hours. People are needed ods. Golf courses and question again, saying it ap- an enterprise fund. The on both the land and in farmers should use best peared to him that the cost isn’t borne by every the water as tons of nox- practices, he added. county had higher expenses one of the taxpayers; it is WE’LL MEET OR BEAT ANY COMPETITOR’S PRICE ious lyngbya algae are Participants should than shown in the study. borne by the users of that The Savings Are Yours Because removed. bring water shoes or old “Let me take a stab at system.” The Factory Is Ours! Lyngbya robs oxygen sneakers that can get wet, it,” said Commission Meek said a better way FAUX WOOD BLINDS, TOP TREATMENTS from the water and, in sit-on-top kayaks, and Chairman Joe Meek. to determine the cost per DRAPERY, SHADES, SHUTTERS S turn, destroys fish, mana- pitchforks or spring-steel “What we are doing there capita figure would be to VERTICALS tee and human habitat as it leaf rakes. is we are looking at the per take the general ad val- smothers spring vents and For more information, capita for general fund. orem property tax portion 2012 beneficial plants that pro- contact Art Jones at 727- The $1,600 figure that you of the budget and divide 72 HOUR vide food for the fish and 642-7659 or email are referencing is taking that by the number of peo- manatees, according to Art [email protected]. On the total budget that in- ple in the county. The cost BLIND FACTORY Jones, project leader. 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CITRUS COUNTY CHRONICLE Around the COUNTY Trial begins for murder suspect A.B. SIDIBE Magrino and Rich Bux- Officials believe be- greens on State Road 44 on Aug. 5 Pig roast, meeting Staff writer man. Campbell is repre- tween Aug. 5 and 11, and a Family Dollar store on U.S. planned by TOO FAR sented by public Campbell committed sev- 41 on Aug. 7, both in Inverness. The public is invited to INVERNESS — The trial of the defenders Michael Lam- eral crimes before it all According to investigators, TOO FAR’s pig roast dinner man accused of killing his father berti and Devon Sharkey. ended in the high-speed Campbell’s father’s death was held in conjunction with the in an August 2010 crime spree is The trial is set to begin chase Aug. 11 on U.S. 19, caused by a sharp, hatchet-like in- set to begin today in Circuit Judge Jan. 24 meeting at the East at 8:30 a.m. in which he was hurt and strument they found in the home. Ric Howard’s courtroom. Citrus Civic Center. The Campbell is facing addi- transported to Bayfront The medical examiner’s report John William Campbell, 39, is tional charges in Her- Medical Center for said the elder Campbell died from cost of the 6 p.m. dinner is John facing first-degree murder nando County for Campbell treatment. multiple chop and blunt-force $5 per person. At 7 p.m., charges in the death of his father, allegedly crashing his ve- Campbell’s father’s head injuries. the guest speaker will be trial begins John Henry Campbell, 68, strong- hicle into a Citrus County today. body was discovered Aug. In September 2010, a grand jury County Commissioner Scott arm robbery, burglary, theft and sheriff ’s deputy’s vehicle 10 in a doublewide home indicted Campbell of first-degree Adams. dealing in stolen property. The during a high-speed chase near they reportedly shared at 3707 E. murder in his father’s death. Mr. Adams’ topic will be prosecution is seeking the death the Hernando-Citrus line. The Nugget Lane in Inverness. Au- In November 2010, Magrino told how TOO FAR and the citi- penalty. deputy was not in the squad car at thorities suspect Campbell was the court he was “seeking to ter- zens of Citrus County can A 12-person jury with two alter- the time and suffered minor in- involved in an attempted robbery minate” Campbell’s life by asking work with both the South- nates was selected Tuesday from juries, but Campbell is said to at the Lowe’s store near Inver- for a death penalty prosecution. west Florida Water Man- a juror pool of 50 candidates. have intentionally crashed his ve- ness, also on Aug. 10. Campbell is Chronicle reporter A.B. Sidibe agement District and the Prosecutors in the case are Pete hicle into the parked car. believed to have robbed the Wal- can be reached at 352-564-2925. county commissioners to preserve our lakes. Birthday bash set for Lu the hippo There will be a birthday party for Lu, the hippopota- Paw’fect companions for kids mus at Ellie Schiller Ho- mosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, at 10 a.m. Fri- day. Lu — short for Lucifer — is turning 53. The park’s Wildlife Care Department will present Lu with his own birthday cake. Local pre-kindergarten, kindergarten and first-grade students from Rock Crusher Elementary will attend. Park visitors, staff and school- children may join in singing “Happy Birthday.” Lu, an African hippopota- mus, was born in January 1960 at San Diego Zoo. He has been a fixture at Homo - sas sa Springs since 1964.
Talk to Sheriff Dawsy Each dog wears a vest to clearly today during show identify it as a service animal. Sheriff Jeff Dawsy will be in the studio taking phone calls, answering questions Group uses dogs and listening to comments on today’s edition of the in courtroom to “Sheriff’s 10-43” show. Call the studio at 352-527-2341 calm stressed kids any time after 7:30 p.m. to speak with the sheriff. The ERYN WORTHINGTON show runs until 8:30 p.m. Staff writer “Sheriff’s 10-43” is broad- cast on WYKE, which is fter children endure channel 16 for all cable cus- traumatic events, tes- tifying in court to the tomers. For those with circumstances can be satellite, prior “Sheriff’s 10- A terrifying. They endure 43” shows can be seen via strangers in suits and ties in- the sheriff’s website at quiring about experiences that www.sheriffcitrus.org. range from unpleasant to Annual Purple Heart horrific. To counteract stress for the ceremony set Feb. 9 children, there is Courtroom The combat-wounded Dogs for Kids Inc., a 501(c) 3 patriots of Aaron A. Weaver nonprofit organization that Chapter 776 Military Order provides registered and of the Purple Heart (MOPH) trained therapy dogs that invite veterans and the serve as calming companions public to attend the eighth to youths who have been trau- annual Purple Heart Cere- matized and have been or- mony at 11 a.m. Saturday, dered to testify in court. Feb. 9, at the Florida Na- “The Guardian ad Litems really like the effect the dogs Special to the Chronicle tional Guard Armory in have on the kids,” said Joanne Registered and trained therapy dogs, from left, Mickey, Wolf and Rosie serve as calming companions Crystal River. Peters, CEO and founder of to children who testify to traumatizing circumstances. The ceremony will com- Courtroom Dogs for Kids. “The memorate the proud legacy kids are more relaxed and it of the Purple Heart and pay helps bring their stress level tribute to Florida’s fallen he- down. When you ask them a roes of the Global War on question they are more re- Terror and America’s laxed and are able to more wounded warriors. clearly disclose what they The ceremony will also need to disclose.” feature the MOPH Depart- Once the children testify in ment of Florida Afghanistan/ court, they are escorted out Iraq War Memorial Portrait and given the opportunity to Mural. The mural honors bond with a dog. more than 300 Floridians “A lot of times the children who have fallen during the do not need to hear what’s ABOVE: The logo for Courtroom Afghanistan/Iraq campaigns going on,” Peters said. “They Dogs for Kids Inc. LEFT: A young and is the first memorial to do not need to know what child interacts with a specially bear both the engraved their parent or caregiver has trained canine. names and color portraits of done. So we will take the chil- those who fell. dren out into the hallway and trained that they are an advo- let the children spend time cate for their dog. You need to —From staff reports with the dogs. That way the watch your dog. If your dog adults can get their adult busi- looks uncomfortable or is hav- ness taken care of and the kids Both therapists have said ing a bad day, then they need Clarification can be with the dog.” to be taken away. You don’t Established in November ‘What a difference the dogs make.’ want your dog to be stressed Debbie Ressler, chair- 2010, Courtroom Dogs for Kids or uncomfortable.” woman of the Citrus County has been working with chil- The kids don’t come in all crazy. A negative experience in a Hospital Board, has asked dren advocacy centers, such as By the time they get into the therapy, child’s life can become the Chronicle to clarify a Jessie’s Place, and the positive. story on Page A3 of Mon- Guardian ad Litem program — they have had time to walk the dogs, “When we feel comfortable day’s edition, “Foundation in addition to the Citrus with the children with the properties necessitate con- County Courthouse. patted the dogs, read to them. dogs, we might hand them the tract revisal.” During the “When the children are leash to walk the dogs in the brought to the advocacy center, Joanne Peters hospital board’s public meet- building,” Peters said. “It is they are traumatized already,” CEO and founder of Courtroom Dogs for Kids Inc. such an unusual thing for ing that convened under said Lorraine Clark, vice presi- them for someone to be Florida’s Government-in-the- dent of Courtroom Dogs for walk the dogs, patted the dogs, test and rigorous training for positive.” Sunshine law, an additional Kids Inc. “Then they have to go read to them.” the dogs. Peters said not every Volunteers and donations amount to add to an ap- through the examinations, Currently, Courtroom Dogs dog is a therapy dog and not are needed. For information, praisal contract was dis- forensics and questioning.” for Kids has 14 diverse teams every therapy dog is a court- call 352-503-7175 or visit www. cussed and is yet to be “Both therapists have said — handler and dog(s) — that room dog. courtroomdogsforkidsinc.com. negotiated with the vendor. ‘What a difference the dogs assist daily at the courthouse “We are always observing Chronicle reporter Eryn Readers can alert The make,’” Peters added. “The or advocacy centers. Dogs and the dogs to make sure that Worthington can be contacted Citrus County Chronicle to kids don’t come in all crazy. By handlers are required to have they are comfortable with kids at 352-563-5660, ext. 1334, or any errors in news articles the time they get into the ther- an extensive criminal back- pulling on them,” Clark said. eworthington@chronicle by emailing newsdesk@ apy, they have had time to ground check, FBI fingerprint “The handlers are also online.com. chronicleonline.com or by calling 352-563-5660. A4 WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2013 CITRUS COUNTY (FL) CHRONICLE
Comments on YouTube about the video have kin- For the RECORD INQUIRY dled passions about Continued from Page A1 everything from issues re- Citrus County cation of ownership/false infor- ing while license suspended or Song Point, Crystal River. garding the Second Sheriff’s Office mation to a pawnbroker. Ac- revoked. No bond. ■ A vehicle burglary was re- cording to his arrest affidavit, he ■ investigation is under Amendment to over- DUI arrests Melissa Pontes, 29, of In- ported at 4:54 p.m. Jan. 18 in way. exuberance by law en- is accused of selling stolen jew- glis, at 8:26 p.m. Saturday on a the 2100 block of W. Silver Hill ■ Keith Brown, 60, of North forcement personnel. elry. Bond $20,000. charge of battery. Bond $500. Lane, Lecanto. “The Citrus County Reynolds Avenue, Crystal River, ■ ■ ■ Sheriff ’s Office is aware Meanwhile, some faulted at 7:58 p.m. Friday on a misde- Christopher Brown, 23, Laura Padfield, 33, of A commercial burglary was of North Ocean Drive, Dania of the video involving the man for not telling meanor charge of driving under West State Street, Ho- reported at 1:34 a.m. Sunday, Beach, at 12:08 a.m. Saturday Deputy Andy Cox making Cox from the outset that the influence. According to his mosassa, at 1:20 a.m. Sunday Jan. 20, in the 3400 block of E. on a misdemeanor charge of a traffic stop and subse- he had a gun on him. arrest affidavit, he was arrested on a felony charge of posses- Gulf-to-Lake Highway, Inverness. battery. Bond $500. quent arrest,” according “At this time, since the after reportedly hitting a pole with sion of a controlled substance ■ A residential burglary was ■ to a statement from the investigation is ongoing, his vehicle at a drive-in restau- Randall Brown, 21, of (4.9 grams of methampheta- reported at 2:15 p.m. Jan. 20 in agency. “We have opened we can’t go into specifics,” rant in Crystal River. He told a North Ocean Drive, Dania mine) with intent to sell and the 6500 block of W. Robin an internal affairs inves- CCSO officials said. law enforcement officer he had Beach, at 12:08 a.m. Saturday misdemeanor charges of re- Lane, Crystal River. tigation and Deputy Cox Officials say investiga- had a few drinks at a bar. He had on a misdemeanor charge of sisting an officer without vio- ■ A residential burglary was has been placed in an ad- tions typically take about difficulty performing sobriety battery. Bond $500. lence and possession of drug reported at 10:20 a.m. Monday, ministrative position 45 days to complete. tasks and refused to submit to a ■ James Kenyon, 23, of paraphernalia. Bond $11,000. Jan. 21, in the 200 block of E. while the investigation is While arrests are pub- test of his breath. Bond $500. West Murray Street, Beverly ■ James Simmons, 54, of Leon Loop, Hernando. conducted.” lic record, the agency ■ George Zajack, 41, of Hills, at 12:36 a.m. Saturday on Inverness, at 5:44 a.m. Sunday ■ A residential burglary was According to CCSO, the would only acknowledge North Lombardo Avenue, a felony charge of resisting a on a misdemeanor charge of vi- reported at 1:22 p.m. Jan. 21 in internal affairs investiga- that the man was arrested Lecanto, at 11:09 p.m. Satur- law enforcement officer with vi- olation of domestic violence/pro- the 2200 block of N. Croft Ave., tion was opened on Jan. and refused to provide day on a misdemeanor charge olence and a misdemeanor tective injunction. No bond. Hernando. charge of battery. According to ■ 15, 2013. the arrest report, claim- of driving under the influence. Christopher Adcock, 22, ■ A residential burglary was his arrest affidavit, he is ac- Cox was hired as a ing it is an open and ac- According to his arrest affidavit, of North Canyon Terrace, Her- reported at 1:29 p.m. Jan. 21 in cused of battering a person and CCSO deputy in October tive Internal Affairs he was stopped for driving 70 nando, at 1:51 p.m. Sunday on the 100 block of S. Adams St., grabbed one law enforcement 2006. investigation. mph in a 45-mph zone. He had a felony charge of possession Beverly Hills. officer by the leg and pulled a of a controlled substance The video, which had Chronicle reporter A.B. difficulty performing sobriety ■ A residential burglary was radio off of another law en- (methamphetamine) and Citrus generated 24,157 hits by Sidibe can be reached at tasks. Bond $500. reported at 6:17 p.m. Jan. 21 in forcement officer’s vest before County warrants for failure to Tuesday afternoon, was 352-564-2925 or asidibe Other arrests the 8000 block of W. Longfel- being shocked with a Taser and appear in court for an original uploaded Jan. 9. @chronicleonline.com. low St., Homosassa. ■ William Bettison, 52, of arrested. Bond $5,500. felony charge of possession of ■ North Dawson Drive, Her- ■ Benjamin Shipman, 30, cocaine and failure to appear in A residential burglary was reported at 10:48 p.m. Jan. 21 energy complex. nando, at 12:17 a.m. Saturday of South Elm Point, Floral City, drug court on an original mis- on a felony charge of petit theft. at 1:30 p.m. Saturday on a Cit- demeanor charge of petit theft in the 3000 block of N. Hooty “It shows a disregard Point, Inverness. TAX for a tax system and a tax Bond $2,000. rus County warrant for violation from a merchant. No bond. Continued from Page A1 ■ Dylan Trent, 19, of South of probation on an original Thefts structure,” Meek said. Burglaries Overview Drive, Lecanto, at felony charge of possession of ■A grand theft was reported “That is disturbing and ■ Greene’s assessment and unusual.” 9:13 p.m. Friday on felony a controlled substance and A residential burglary was at 8:13 a.m. Friday, Jan. 18, in reported at 10:05 a.m. Friday, the 5300 block of E. Tangelo the company’s view of the County Administrator charges of dealing in stolen misdemeanor charges of pos- property and giving false verifi- session of marijuana and driv- Jan. 18, in the 900 block of N. Lane, Inverness. equipment’s value is Brad Thorpe said the “sil- about $1 billion. ver lining” in Glenn’s letter Progress is the county’s is the county commission largest taxpayer, account- and citizens know what to ing for about 26 percent of expect as they prepare the the tax base. 2013-14 budget. Legal notices in today’s Citrus C ounty Chronicle Glenn said he wanted “The days of relying on to put county officials on Progress Energy to pay 26 notice that the company percent of the taxes are would pay no more than over,” he said. $19 million for its 2013 Commissioner Rebecca Notice to property taxes, and up to Bays said the Progress $9 million less than that if issue gives county offi- Progress decides this cials fuel to find revenue Creditors/Administration. . . C10 summer to permanently sources other than tradi- retire its nuclear plant at tional property taxes. the power complex. “We don’t have a spend- Meek said he disagreed ing problem,” she said. “We with Glenn’s position to have a revenue problem.” state the company’s prop- Contact Chronicle re- Tax Deed Notices...... C10 erty tax payment long be- porter Mike Wright at 352- fore Greene completes 563-3228 or mwright an assessment of the @chronicleonline.com. 000DM1W
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24/7/365 www.smcflorida.com 000DTN2 EMERGENCY SERVICE 2012 275 NE US Hwy. 19, Crystal River, FL A6 WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2013 CITRUS COUNTY (FL) CHRONICLE Obituaries John Lonnie What holds back energy Fredlund, 60 Hemmis, 72 BEVERLY HILLS CRYSTAL RIVER tech? The infernal battery Mr. John Erik Fredlund, Jack Lonnie Pearl Hemmis, age 60 of Beverly Hills, 72, of Crystal River, Fla., Associated Press “We need to leapfrog the engineering Florida, died Sunday, Bosen, 77 died Sunday, Jan. 20, at of making of batteries,” said Lawrence January 20, 2013 at Seven DUNNELLON Seven Rivers Regional WASHINGTON — As 21st century Berkeley National Lab battery scientist technology strains to become ever faster, Vince Battaglia. “We’ve got to find the Rivers Medical Center in Jack (John) R. Bosen, 77, Medical Center in Crystal Crystal River, FL. He was River. Private cremation cleaner and cheaper, an invention from next big thing.” born July 3, 1935, in more than 200 years ago keeps holding it One reason the battery is the slow- born February 1, 1952 in Columbus, Ohio, and arrangements are under Glen Ridge, NJ, son of the the care of Strickland back. It’s why electric cars aren’t clog- poke of the high-tech highway is its con- passed away Sunday, ging the roads and why Boeing’s new flicting functions. Its primary job is to late Knut and Marie Jan. 20, 2013. He is prede- Funeral Home with (Sheridan) Fredlund. He Crematory Crystal River. ultra-efficient 787 Dreamliners aren’t store energy. But it’s also supposed to ceased by both parents flying high. discharge power, lots of it, quickly. Those was the Owner and Opera- and his brother Herbert. tor of a home improve- Shirley And chances are you have this little two jobs are at odds with each other. Confirmed in the invention next to you right now and “If you want high storage, you can’t get ment company. He moved Lutheran Faith, Missouri Austin, 91 to Beverly Hills, Florida probably have cursed it recently: the high power,” said M. Stanley Whitting- synod. BEVERLY HILLS infernal battery. ham, director of the Northeast Center for from Glen Ridge, NJ in Sur- 2005. Mr. Fredlund was an Dr. Shirley Austin Boeing is the first company to make Chemical Energy Storage. “People are vived by extensive use in an airliner of technology’s expecting more than what’s possible.” active member of the Na- wife of 55 passed away peacefully ture Coast Anglers Club Sunday morning, Jan. 6, most advanced battery — lithium ion. But On the commercial market, lithium years, a Jan. 7 battery fire aboard a Dreamliner ion batteries are generally ones small and the Citrus County Marjorie 2013, in her home in Pine Corvette Club. Ridge at the age of 91. She in Boston, followed by a similar melt- enough to fit into cellphones. But to Bosen; down in Japan, led authorities around power bigger items — from a Prius to a Survivors include his four sons, established the Pediatric devoted and loving wife of Anesthesia Department at the world to ground the fleet this month, 787 — they get grouped together, in- Kenneth highlighting a longstanding safety prob- creasing the juice they store and pro- 35 years, Kathleen Ann Jack and wife Detroit Children’s Fredlund, mother-in-law, Bosen Hospital in 1956. She was lem engineers have struggled with. vide. That also increases the safety risk, Patricia, In 2006 and 2007, more than 46 million experts say. The lithium ion battery that Lois Garside, and best grandsons, Adam and Eric the first pediatric anesthe- friend, Hope. siologist in the United cellphone batteries and 10 million lap- caught fire in a Boeing 787 weighed 63 of Ballston Spa, N.Y., top batteries — all lithium ion — were pounds and was 19 inches long. Friends who wish may Kevin and wife Cynthia, States. She retired in 1978 send memorial donations to as chairman of the recalled because of the risk of overheat- “You can’t get around the fundamen- grandchildren, Jamie, ing, short-circuiting and exploding. Ad- tal thing is that lithium ion batteries are the Citrus County Profes- Tanya, and Thor of Freder- department. sional Paramedics and EMTs Dr. Austin moved to Pine ditional safety features have been stuffed full of flammable liquid,” icksburg, Va., Peter and installed since then on lithium ion bat- Whitacre said. Local 365, PO Box 116, In- wife Carmen, grandchil- Ridge in 1981 as one of the verness, FL 34451-0116. early residents of this com- teries used in consumer electronics. Even one-in-a-million problems with dren, Ethan and Kate of As for the electric car industry, lithium ion batteries can result in many Online condolences may be Richmond Hill, Ga., and munity. She was very ac- sent to the family at www. tive in Pine Ridge affairs, lithium ion batteries have proved to fires because there are billions of them David Bosen of Aberdeen, have two major drawbacks: They are in use now. Lithium ion batteries are HooperFu neralHome Md., and his sister Anna was instrumental in the .com. Arrangements by the transfer of management of costly, and they do not allow automo- more dangerous because their electrolyte, George of Thornport, Ohio. biles to go far enough between charges. the liquid that allows ions to move be- Beverly Hills Chapel of Four year U.S. Navy the homeowner’s associa- Hooper Funeral Homes & tion from the developer to Lithium ion batteries, which store tween electrodes in the battery, is more Seabees veteran during more energy at a higher voltage and a flammable than the substance in older Crematory. the end of the Korean War. the residents, and served as the first resident presi- lighter weight than earlier types, repre- type batteries. Those older types include Rose to first class petty of- sent the most recent big jump in battery the lead-acid batteries in most cars and Robert ficer. Served with MCB dent of the association then known as Pine Ridge technology. And that took place nearly a the nickel cadmium batteries often in Hipke, 78 Five in Subic Bay, quarter of a century ago. video equipment and power tools. OCALA Philippines, Adak and Service Corporation. Kodiak, Alaska. Graduated Survivors include her Robert K. Hipke, 78, of Ohio State University brother, Granville Austin, Ocala, passed away while working full time; Ph.D., (Nancy) of Washing- ACT NOW! Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013. BS Marketing; fellow ton, D.C.; niece Madeline Overcharging batteries Born in Chicago, Ill., to alumni with Marjorie. Austin of Gainesville, Fla.; Adolph and Marie Hipke, Marjorie and Jack lived and other nieces and Deadline Jan. 31st coach Hipke moved to their adult life together in nephews. She was prede- eyed in 787 mishaps Miami, Fla., where he was ceased by her longtime five states on the east Associated Press on its power and was in a star coast. Employment history companion, Terry Phelps, lineman in 2003. the process of charging as a sales and business WASHINGTON — It’s when the fire ignited, a at Miami- manager in construction A celebration of the life Edison of Dr. Shirley Austin will likely that burning source familiar with the and farm equipment in- lithium ion batteries on investigation of the 787 Highdustry and was self- take place 1 to 3 p.m., in School, the Pine Ridge Commu- two Boeing 787 Dream- fire in Boston told The As- employed; specialty con- liners were caused by sociated Press. The plane class of struction company. Volun- nity Center Tuesday, Jan. 1952. He 29, 2013. overcharging, aviation had landed a short time teered and directed The safety and battery ex- earlier and was empty of then re- Havre de Grace Maritime Robert ceived a perts said Friday, point- passengers, although a Hipke Museum boat school. Also OBITUARIES ing to developments in cleaning crew was working scholar- instructor and one of the ship to play at the Citrus County the investigation of the in the plane. directors of the now The Boeing incidents as well The source spoke on University of Miami from Chronicle’s policy per- known as Chesapeake as a battery fire in a condition of anonymity be- 1952-56. Robert received Wooden Boat Builders mits both free and his bachelor’s and mas- paid obituaries. business jet more than a cause he wasn’t authorized LEND US School at the Upper Bay year ago. to speak publicly. ter’s degrees in education Museum in Maryland. Re- Obituaries must be and spent the next 38 years An investigator in The Federal Aviation tired to his dream home in submitted by the fu- Japan, where a 787 made Administration issued an teaching, coaching and Florida on the river. State neral home or society YOUR an emergency landing emergency order Wednes- positively impacting the in charge of arrange- volunteer with new friends earlier this week, said day temporarily grounding TM young lives of many stu- at Crystal River Boat ments. dents. While in Miami the charred insides of the six 787s belonging to Builders where they are Free obituaries, run United Airlines, the lone EARS from 1962-76, Bob was a the plane’s lithium ion currently building a 19th one day, can include: battery show the battery U.S. carrier operating teacher, coach and the century full-sized replica full name of de- head football coach at received voltage in ex- Boeing’s newest and most Participants of the USS Wartapoo. ceased; age; home- cess of its design limits. technologically advanced Hialeah High School. town/state; date of sought for hearing Memorial service will be The similarity of the airliner. The Japanese car- Coach Hipke then moved Thursday, Jan. 23, 2013, death; place of death; his family to Crystal River burned battery from the riers already had in noise study Roberts Funeral Home, date, time and place grounded their 787s, and and spent the remainder of visitation and fu- All Nippon Airways 19939 E. Pennsylvania airlines and civil aviation Starkey, America’s largest of his career at Crystal neral services. flight to the burned bat- Ave., Dunnellon at 1 p.m. tery in a Japan Airlines authorities in other coun- manufacturer of hearing River Middle School as On Friday, Jan. 24, 2013, in- If websites, photos, teacher, dean, athletic di- 787 that caught fire Jan. tries followed suit, shut- instruments is partnering with terment in the Florida survivors, memorial 7 while the jet was ting down all 50 rector, and head football National Cemetery, 6502 contributions or other Gardner Audiology for a field coach. parked at Boston’s Dreamliners that Boeing S.W. 102nd Ave., Bushnell, information are in- has delivered so far. Robert was preceded in cluded, this will be Logan International Air- study of consumer satisfaction from 1:30 to 2 p.m. Condo- port suggests a common Boeing said Friday it death by his parents. He is lences may be left at designated as a paid with newly patented hearing survived by his wife of 57 cause, Japan transport will stop delivering new robertsofdunnellon.com. obituary and a cost 787s to customers until the aid technology. Voice IQ was years, Gertrude Hipke; estimate provided to ministry investigator Hideyo Kosugi said. electrical system is fixed. son Robert C. (Beth); Howard the sender. designed to maintain speech daughter Tracey Patrick “If we compare data However, production is not Fortin, 61 A flag will be included stopping. The plane is as- understanding in noise and (Andy); and grandchildren for free for those who from the latest case here BEVERLY HILLS sembled in Everett, Wash., relieve the strain of hearing Lauren and Alaina Hipke served in the U.S. mili- and that in the U.S., we and Connor and Luke can pretty much figure and North Charleston, S.C. Howard Fortin, 61, of tary. (Please note this conversation in a crowd and Patrick. out what happened,” Ko- The aircraft maker has Beverly Hills, Fla., died service when submit- A visitation will be from sugi said. booked orders for more other difficult listening situa- Jan. 20, under the care of ting a free obituary.) 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, In the case of the 787 than 800 of the planes from tions. his family and Additionally, all obitu- Jan. 24, 2013, at the in Boston, the battery in airlines around the world Hospice of Citrus County aries will be posted In exchange for complet- Strickland Funeral Home the plane’s auxiliary attracted by its increased in Beverly Hills. Arrange- online at www.chroni- of Crystal River. The fu- power unit had recently fuel efficiency. ing a pre and post-fitting ments by McGan cleonline .com. neral service will be con- received a large demand Cremation Service LLC, questionnaire Gardner will ducted at 2 p.m. Friday, Hernando. loan these hearing aids for a Jan. 25, 2013, at Gulf to Chas. E. Davis In Loving Lake Baptist Church in Funeral Home With Crematory free 30 day field study. Crystal River with Pastor OBITUARIES TODD SUMLIN “Your Trusted Family-Owned Memory Audiologists with advanced Lloyd Bertine presiding. Arrangements Pending Funeral Home for 50 Years” of Interment will follow at The Citrus County LAWRENCE SMITH university degrees will provide Fero Memorial Gardens of Chronicle’s policy per- Arrangements Pending trickland all exams and followup care Beverly Hills. mits both free and MARY PATTON S free of charge. In lieu of flowers, the paid obituaries. 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000DNO5 A8 WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2013 CITRUS COUNTY (FL) CHRONICLE Lawyer: Delay, move Steubenville rape trial Associated Press fendant, Ma’Lik Richmond, filed the video, photograph, alleged In a photograph, the two de- have been charged had investi- similar motions earlier this facts, and surrounding circum- fendants are apparently seen gators found the images. COLUMBUS, Ohio — The month, as well as a request to stances set forth on the Internet carrying the girl by her arms and In letters to attorneys for each lawyer for one of two high school close the trial to the public. and portrayed in the media would legs, according to the transcript of the three students last fall, football players charged with The case has gained global at- cause even the most optimistic of an October hearing where a prosecutors said while each stu- raping a 16-year-old girl wants to tention through the work of blog- of man to call into question the judge heard testimony before dent “may not have conducted delay the trial and also have it gers and hacker-activists who defendants’ presumption of in- deciding whether the teens himself in a responsible or ap- moved out of an eastern Ohio allege other football players nocence,” Duncan said in the should be charged. propriate manner, his behavior city that has received interna- should be charged but are being Jan. 9 statement. At that hearing, three other did not rise to the level of crimi- tional attention. protected by a cover-up. A video “We must be careful in this high school students testified to nal conduct,” according to Attorney Brian Duncan filed and photo posted online also have age of social media to ensure seeing the attack on the girl from copies of the letters obtained by the motion Friday on behalf of drawn attention to the case. that the words set forth do in fact nearby Weirton, W.Va. Two of The Associated Press through a Trent Mays, who is scheduled In a statement earlier this portray the actual story,” he said. those students also recorded a records request. for trial next month in juvenile month, Duncan acknowledged The 12-minute video shows a video and photograph of the at- Prosecutors added in each court in Steubenville. Duncan the role of social media in in the student who was not involved in tacks on their phones, but case that, “we will not prosecute expects to file another motion case but again urged people not the attack but apparently aware deleted the images shortly after- your client for his actions” on this week to move the trial. to draw conclusions. of it joking about it while others ward. Those students were told the weekend of the alleged at- An attorney for the other de- “We certainly recognize that in the background chime in. at the hearing that they would tack in August, the letters said. CEOs pessimistic heading to Davos DOJ to join suit over Associated Press N.J. sports betting law DAVOS, Switzerland — Associated Press Attorneys for New Jer- As high-powered CEOs sey claim the law usurps flock to the snowy Swiss NEWARK, N.J. — The the authority of state leg- resort of Davos, they are U.S. Department of Jus- islatures and treats the loaded down with baggage tice filed notice Tuesday states unequally by — not just skis and iPads that it is joining a lawsuit grandfathering in some but concerns about the global by sports leagues and the states where sports bet- economy, public mistrust, NCAA to stop the state from ting already was allowed. disappearing jobs and a allowing sports gambling, The leagues’ attorneys heap of other challenges. setting the stage for a have termed the constitu- New survey results fight next month over the tional challenge “spe- Tuesday showed a steady constitutionality of a 21- cious” and have argued drop in the number of year-old federal statute. that the Constitution’s CEOs worldwide who are Tuesday’s filing was ex- commerce clause doesn’t “very confident” that their pected after a federal require uniformity in its companies will grow this judge last month declined application to different year. The number fell from New Jersey’s motion to states. They referred in 48 percent in 2011 to 36 dismiss the lawsuit filed one court filing to Repub- percent this year. by the NFL, the NHL, the lican Gov. Chris Christie’s Amid this pessimism, NBA, Major League signing of a sports betting most of them are carefully Associated Press Baseball and the NCAA. bill last year as “a blatant sticking to a few invest- Dennis Nally, chairman of PricewaterhouseCoopers, arrives Tuesday for an interview The state had argued violation of federal law.” ments in tried-and-true with the Associated Press on the eve of the opening of the 43rd annual meeting of the the leagues and the NCAA, In Tuesday’s filing, markets, according to the World Economic Forum, in Davos, Switzerland. college sports’ governing lawyers for the Depart- body, couldn’t prove they ment of Justice asked survey by accounting firm He called the survey re- five years,” Veihmeyer told Business leaders also PricewaterhouseCoopers. would be harmed if it al- U.S. District Judge sults a strong message to AP. “It’s not going to be recognize that public trust lowed sports gambling Michael Shipp to give “Most are saying that the governments that they easy. There’s going to be in corporations — includ- since all enjoy unprece- them until the end of next global economy will stay must fix economic prob- pain and sacrifice.” ing CEOs — is waning. The dented success despite week to file responses to about the same for the lems, including disputed Nearly a quarter of the survey questioned 1,330 the existence of legal wa- the state’s constitutional next 12 months. So, not en- regulations, government CEOs surveyed plan fur- corporate leaders in 68 na- gering in Nevada and challenges. Oral argu- couraging, maybe not dis- deficits and tax issues. ther job cuts — yet more tions between September more widespread illegal ments in the case are couraging, but clearly “All of those are impact- than half of them say they and December, and more sports gambling. scheduled for Feb. 14 in that’s affecting their out- ing CEOs’ levels of confi- have trouble finding peo- than half said they plan to Now, the focus will turn Trenton. look for their own compa- dence to really deal with ple with the right job skills. do more to build an “ethi- to the Professional and The leagues and the nies’ growth prospects,” their businesses on a go- Neely worries about a cal culture” at their firms Amateur Sports Protec- NCAA sued last summer PwC chairman Dennis forward basis,” he said in “lost generation” of job this year. tion Act, a 1992 statute after Christie signed a Nally told The Associated the PwC Lounge, an ultra- seekers and encourages young “We’ve got to start to re- that prohibited sports law that would allow Press in an interview. chic Davos party room with people to focus on gaining build that trust,” Nally said. gambling in all but four sports wagering at At- “The degree of confi- white sofas and chairs and skills that are in demand. “I think it starts with states: Nevada, where lantic City casinos and dence across the board is orange and red flowers. Heading Tuesday into your own organization, bettors can gamble on the state’s horse racing really down, regardless of Uncertainty about tax the glitzy World Economic quite frankly, and I think it games individually; and tracks. Games involving whether you’re in a devel- and spending policies is at Forum, where over 2,500 starts with the CEO, the Oregon, Montana and New Jersey colleges or oping market or a devel- the root of the gloom, said members of the political tone at the top. What does Delaware, which were al- college games played in oped market,” he said. John Veihmeyer, CEO of and corporate elite will an organization stand for? lowed to offer multi-game New Jersey would be It is down even in high- accounting firm KPMG’s debate the world’s top eco- What is its purpose?” he parlay betting. exempted. flying economies like U.S. operations. nomic issues this week, many said. “Is it just to deliver China and Brazil. The “I think we have an op- participants said their top short-term profitable re- most upbeat country was portunity for the U.S. to worries are prospects for sults to the shareholder Russia, where 66 percent lead the world onto a path social unrest, a U.S. reces- group?” he asked. “Or is of CEOs are “very confi- of stronger economic foot- sion, cyberattacks, natural there a greater purpose in dent” of revenue growth in ing and very robust eco- disasters and a breakup of terms of the role of busi- 2013, Nally said. nomic recovery over the next the 17-nation eurozone. ness in society today?”
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Money&Markets A click of the wrist gets you moare at www.chronicleonline.com Stocks rise as tech, 1,520 S&P 500 13,720 Dow Jones industrials 1,480 Close: 1,492.56 13,480 Close: 13,712.21 Change: 6.58 (0.4%) Change: 62.51 (0.5%) 1,440 10 DAYS 13,240 10 DAYS industrial earnings roll in 1,520 14,000 Associated Press Johnson & Johnson said higher sales 1,480 13,600 helped boost its profit from a year ago, 1,440 Strong earnings reports from big U.S. when results were weighed down by a 13,200 companies helped push the Dow Jones slew of one-time charges. However, the 1,400 industrial average to its eighth gain in company’s 2013 profit forecast fell short 12,800 1,360 nine sessions Tuesday. of analysts’ estimates. J&J dropped 54 DuPont, Verizon and Travelers Cos., cents, or 0.7 percent, to $72.69. 1,320 12,400 JJASOND JJASOND three of the 30 stocks that make up the Dow, Verizon Communications Inc. rose after closed higher after reporting their fi- the country’s biggest wireless carrier StocksRecap HIGH LOW CLOSE CHG. %CHG. YTD nancial results for the final quarter of 2012. said it activated a record number of new DOW 13712.21 13626.81 13712.21 +62.51 +0.46% +4.64% The Dow closed up 62.51 points, or 0.5 devices on contract-based plans in the NYSE NASD DOW Trans. 5760.00 5691.23 5757.44 +62.17 +1.09% +8.49% DOW Util. 466.59 462.10 466.36 +3.48 +0.75% +2.93% percent, at 13,712.21. The Standard & Poor’s fourth quarter. Verizon’s net loss widened Vol. (in mil.) 3,486 1,734 NYSE Comp. 8832.85 8765.75 8832.75 +40.12 +0.46% +4.61% 500 index gained 6.53, or 0.4 percent, to on restructuring and pension costs and Pvs. Volume 3,708 1,814 NASDAQ 3143.18 3121.54 3143.18 +8.47 +0.27% +4.10% 1,492.51. The Nasdaq com- expenses related to the Advanced 2108 1534 S&P 500 1492.56 1481.16 1492.56 +6.58 +0.44% +4.65% posite average rose 8.47, or Google soared cleanup from superstorm Declined 925 922 S&P 400 1081.97 1073.48 1081.97 +8.04 +0.75% +6.03% New Highs 450 226 Wilshire 5000 15754.42 15634.91 15754.42 +79.85 +0.51% +5.06% 0.3 percent, to 3,143.18. Sandy. Its stock rose 40 cents, New Lows 8 8 Russell 2000 899.24 891.08 899.24 +6.44 +0.72% +5.87% The indexes spent the after saying its or 0.9 percent, to $42.94. morning edging between fourth-quarter A fourth member of the Stocks of Local Interest small gains and losses. Dow 30, property and ca- Around noon, the Dow rose earnings rose sualty insurer Travelers Cos., 52-WK RANGE CLOSE YTD 1YR decisively and stayed higher rose strongly after it said NAME TICKER LO HI CLOSE CHG %CHG WK MO QTR %CHG %RTN P/E DIV for the rest of the day. 7 percent as core income categories AK Steel Hold AKS 3.42 2 10.33 4.67 +.05 +1.1 sss+1.5 -48.6 dd ... Earnings have been like investments and pre- AT&T Inc T 29.02 5 38.58 33.61 +.17 +0.5 stt -0.3 +16.1 44 1.80f strong enough this season online advertisers miums written rose. Net Ametek Inc AME 29.86 0 39.39 39.83 +.47 +1.2 sss+6.0 +31.2 22 0.24 to drive a five-day winning spent more income fell because of Anheuser-Busch InBev BUD 60.52 0 91.21 90.84 +1.12 +1.2 sss+3.9 +46.9 1.57e streak for the S&P 500 and claims filed in the wake of Bank of America BAC 6.72 9 12.20 11.35 +.21 +1.9 sst -2.2 +64.4 44 0.04 put the Dow on track for its money in pursuit Superstorm Sandy. The Capital City Bank CCBG 6.35 9 12.23 11.27 -.22 -1.9 ttt -0.9 +16.5 dd ... biggest monthly percent- stock shot up $1.64, or 2.2 CenturyLink Inc CTL 36.50 6 43.43 40.38 +.36 +0.9 sss+3.2 +14.6 36 2.90 age gain since October of holiday shop- percent, to $77.95, an all- Citigroup C 24.61 0 43.25 41.78 +.12 +0.3 sss+5.6 +43.6 13 0.04 2011. Jack Ablin, chief in- time closing high. Travel- Commnwlth REIT CWH 13.46 4 21.43 16.63 +.36 +2.2 sss+5.0 -4.3 30 1.00 vestment officer at BMO pers. The stock ers has risen nearly 27 Disney DIS 38.38 0 53.40 52.73 +.39 +0.7 sss+5.9 +36.1 17 0.75f Private Bank in Chicago, gained $29.13. percent over the past 12 Duke Energy DUK 59.63 7 71.13 67.31 +.50 +0.7 sss+5.5 +9.2 19 3.06 said traders have been en- months. EPR Properties EPR 40.04 9 48.92 47.69 +.42 +0.9 sss+3.4 +16.1 21 3.00 couraged by the number of companies Tech behemoths Google and IBM re- Exxon Mobil Corp XOM 77.13 9 93.67 90.92 +.12 +0.1 sss+5.0 +7.6 12 2.28 beating analysts’ profit expectations. ported solid earnings gains after the mar- Ford Motor F 8.82 0 14.30 14.17 +.06 +0.4 sss+9.4 +16.0 12 0.40f “Granted, we have diminished expec- ket closed. Tech companies’ results are being Gen Electric GE 18.02 8 23.18 22.01 -.03 -0.1 tss+4.9 +19.6 16 0.76f tations, but companies are doing a de- watched closely because many of them Home Depot HD 43.98 0 65.92 65.75 +.28 +0.4 sss+6.3 +48.5 23 1.16 cent job beating on the profit side,” he have warned about a weak fourth quarter. Intel Corp INTC 19.23 2 29.27 21.17 -.08 -0.4 tss+2.7 -12.9 10 0.90 said. The revenue side of the equation Google soared after saying its fourth- IBM IBM 181.85 5 211.79 196.08 +1.61 +0.8 sss+2.4 +9.2 13 3.40 has been weaker, Ablin said, preventing quarter earnings rose 7 percent as on- Lowes Cos LOW 24.76 0 37.15 37.44 +.45 +1.2 sss+5.4 +37.5 22 0.64 a stronger updraft for stocks. Traders line advertisers spent more money in McDonalds Corp MCD 83.31 6 101.89 92.95 +.69 +0.7 sss+5.4 -6.3 18 3.08f might gain more confidence if compa- pursuit of holiday shoppers. The stock Microsoft Corp MSFT 26.26 2 32.95 27.15 -.10 -0.4 tss+1.6 -0.5 15 0.92 nies reported stronger demand from gained $29.13, or 4.1 percent, to $732 in Motorola Solutions MSI 44.18 0 59.25 58.29 -.72 -1.2 tss+4.7 +26.4 24 1.04 emerging markets and Europe, he said. after-hours trading. NextEra Energy NEE 58.71 0 72.22 71.98 +.43 +0.6 sss+4.0 +24.3 14 2.40 “The U.S. has been pulling this wagon IBM said its net income rose 6 per- by itself for the last couple years, and now cent. The stock rose $6.82, or 3.5 percent, Penney JC Co Inc JCP 15.69 2 43.18 18.73 -.14 -0.7 ttt -5.0 -43.8 dd ... we’re facing some austerity measures. to $202.90 in late trading. Piedmont Office RT PDM 16.10 0 19.08 19.23 +.20 +1.1 sss+6.5 +11.5 17 0.80 We could certainly use a hand,” he said. Freight rail companies are another Regions Fncl RF 4.80 0 7.73 7.76 +.33 +4.4 sss+8.8 +52.1 cc 0.04 Among the Dow components that re- key category at this stage in the eco- Sears Holdings Corp SHLD 38.40 2 85.90 45.81 -.85 -1.8 tss+10.8 +27.2 dd ... ported early Tuesday, chemical and bio- nomic recovery. Two big railroads re- Smucker, JM SJM 70.50 0 90.24 89.88 +.32 +0.4 sss+4.2 +13.0 21 2.08 0 sst science company DuPont reported a sharp ported after the closing bell. CSX gained Sprint Nextel Corp S 2.10 6.04 5.66 +.01 +0.2 -0.2 +142.5 dd ... 74 cents, or 3.6 percent, to $21.55 in after- 0 tss drop in net income, but the results still Texas Instru TXN 26.06 34.24 33.46 -.06 -0.2 +8.3 +1.5 21 0.84 beat analysts’ forecasts. DuPont’s stock hours trading. Norfolk Southern rose 0 sss Time Warner TWX 33.62 50.28 50.33 +.40 +0.8 +5.2 +36.3 18 1.04 closed up 83 cents, or 1.8 percent, at $47.82. $1.05, or 1.6 percent, to $67.99. UniFirst Corp UNF 55.86 9 88.35 82.26 +.55 +0.7 sss+12.2 +34.1 16 0.15 Verizon Comm VZ 36.80 6 48.77 42.94 +.40 +0.9 stt -0.8 +14.3 40 2.06 Vodafone Group VOD 24.95 2 30.07 25.92 +.06 +0.2 sss+2.9 +0.5 1.54e Business HIGHLIGHTS WalMart Strs WMT 57.18 7 77.60 69.58 +.38 +0.5 sss+2.0 +18.0 14 1.59 Apple to announce Total sales last year increased to 4.65 mil- Walgreen Co WAG 28.53 0 39.60 39.49 +.28 +0.7 sss+6.7 +19.1 18 1.10 lion. That’s 9.2 percent higher than 2011 and YRC Worldwide Inc YRCW 4.56 3 14.80 6.69 +.06 +0.9 stt -0.9 -36.3 dd ... Q4 earnings today the most since 2007. Sales finished below Dividend Footnotes: a - Extra dividends were paid, but are not included. b - Annual rate plus stock. c - Liquidating dividend. e - Amount declared or paid in last NEW YORK — For many investors, the roughly 5.5 million that are consistent 12 months. f - Current annual rate, which was increased by most recent dividend announcement. i - Sum of dividends paid after stock split, no regular rate. j - Sum of dividends paid this year. Most recent dividend was omitted or deferred. k - Declared or paid this year, a cumulative issue with dividends in arrears. m - Apple’s best days are behind it. Competitors with a healthy market. Still, most economists Current annual rate, which was decreased by most recent dividend announcement. p - Initial dividend, annual rate not known, yield not shown. r - Declared or paid in preceding 12 months plus stock dividend. t - Paid in stock, approximate cash value on ex-distribution date. are catching up, they believe. say home sales are improving steadily. PE Footnotes: q - Stock is a closed-end fund - no P/E ratio shown. cc - P/E exceeds 99. dd - Loss in last 12 months. The company’s doubters have backed Delta Air Lines clings to Interestrates their conviction with billions of dollars. Last NET 1YR week, the stock fell below $500 for the first $7 million profit in Q4 TREASURIES YEST PVS CHG AGO The S&P 500 rose for a fifth time in 11 months. Since Apple’s stock 3-month T-bill .06 0.07 -0.01 .05 straight day Tuesday following MINNEAPOLIS — Delta Air Lines Inc. said peaked at $705.07 on Sept. 21 — the day of 6-month T-bill .09 0.09 ... .06 stronger-than-expected reports Tuesday that its fourth-quarter profit was on corporate earnings. Financial 52-wk T-bill .13 0.13 ... .09 the iPhone 5’s release — it has fallen nearly nearly wiped out by superstorm Sandy and stocks were some of the day’s 30 percent, cutting Apple’s market capitaliza- 2-year T-note .25 0.25 ... .25 strongest after insurer Travelers special charges. The yield on the 5-year T-note .76 0.76 ... .89 said that its premiums and in- tion by nearly $200 billion. The storm forced airlines to cancel more 10-year Treasury 10-year T-note 1.84 1.84 ... 2.02 come from investments rose On Wednesday, Apple — still the world’s than 20,000 flights. The impact was bigger at note held steady 30-year T-bond 3.03 3.03 ... 3.10 last quarter. most valuable public company — gets a chance at 1.84 percent Delta because Sandy also slowed down op- Tuesday. Yields to rebut the skeptics as it reports financial re- erations at its new oil refinery near Philadelphia. TD Ameritrade AMTD affect interest sults for the holiday quarter. But the report Delta’s goal in restarting the refinery was NET 1YR rates on con- Close: $19.03 0.58 or 3.1% BONDS YEST PVS CHG AGO The online brokerage said that its could also end up confirming beliefs that the to maximize jet fuel production and reduce its sumer loans. fiscal first-quarter profit fell 3 per- company is losing its edge as an arbiter of in- Barclays LongT-BdIdx 2.61 2.62 -0.01 2.62 fuel bill. But Sandy slowed the refinery’s restart. cent, but its results still beat ana- novation and a pacesetter in sales growth. Bond Buyer Muni Idx 3.95 3.95 ... 4.67 lysts’ expectations. The refinery lost $63 million for the quarter Barclays USAggregate 1.81 1.82 -0.01 2.22 $20 and added 7 cents per gallon to the price of PRIME FED Walmart warns suppliers Barclays US High Yield 5.73 5.72 +0.01 7.82 18 Delta’s jet fuel. Delta said it expects the refin- RATE FUNDS of stricter measures Moodys AAA Corp Idx 3.75 3.79 -0.04 3.87 16 ery to be profitable in the current quarter. YEST 3.25 .13 Barclays CompT-BdIdx 1.03 1.05 -0.02 1.07 6 MO AGO 3.25 .13 14 BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart Stores Barclays US Corp 2.74 2.76 -0.02 3.64 NDJ It’s cowboys v. showgirls 1 YR AGO 3.25 .13 52-week range Inc. has alerted its global suppliers that it will $15.09 $20.59 immediately drop them if they subcontract in Coke’s Super Bowl ad Commodities FUELS CLOSE PVS. %CHG %YTD Vol.: 7.9m (2.5x avg.) PE: 18.0 their work to factories that haven’t been au- NEW YORK — Most people will be cheer- Crude Oil (bbl) 96.24 95.56 +0.71 +4.8 Mkt. Cap: $10.39 b Yield: 1.9% thorized by the discounter. ing for the San Francisco 49ers or Baltimore Encouraging Ethanol (gal) 2.39 2.37 -0.08 +9.2 Goodrich Petroleum GDP Walmart’s stricter contracting rule, along Ravens during Super Bowl XLVII on Feb. 3. economic re- Heating Oil (gal) 3.07 3.05 +0.51 +0.8 ports raised ex- Natural Gas (mm btu) 3.56 3.57 -0.22 +6.2 Close: $10.32 0.67 or 6.9% with other changes to its policy, comes amid But Coca-Cola is asking viewers to cheer pectations for Unleaded Gas (gal) 2.83 2.80 +1.18 +0.6 A BMO Capital Markets analyst up- increasing calls for better safety oversight for three very different groups in an interac- energy demand, graded the oil and natural gas company’s stock, saying shares after a deadly fire at a Bangladesh factory tive marketing blitz during the big game: a and the price of METALS CLOSE PVS. %CHG %YTD Gold (oz) 1692.80 1686.60 +0.37 +1.1 could rise after a recent selloff. that supplied clothing to Walmart and other troupe of showgirls, a band of cowboys and a crude oil rose to $15 a four-month Silver (oz) 32.15 31.90 +0.77 +6.5 retailers. The fire in late November killed 112 biker-style gang of “badlanders” — all on a high. Gold and Platinum (oz) 1696.30 1672.10 +1.45 +10.2 workers at a factory owned by Tazreen Fash- quest for a thirst-quenching Coke in a desert. Copper (lb) 3.69 3.66 +0.75 +1.4 10 platinum also Palladium (oz) 729.15 722.00 +0.99 +3.8 ions Ltd. Walmart has said the factory wasn’t The campaign is the world’s largest bever- rose, while 5 NDJ authorized to make its clothes. age maker’s latest attempt to capture interest wheat fell. AGRICULTURE CLOSE PVS. %CHG %YTD 52-week range In a letter sent Tuesday to suppliers of its of people who watch the Big Game with a Cattle (lb) 1.26 1.25 +0.62 -3.2 $7.77 $20.67 Coffee (lb) 1.49 1.56 -4.93 +3.3 Walmart stores as well as Sam’s Clubs in the tablet or smartphone nearby. Vol.: 1.3m (1.2x avg.) PE: ... U.S., Canada and the United Kingdom, the Corn (bu) 7.29 7.28 +0.14 +4.3 Mkt. Cap: $375.57 m Yield: ... Time Warner Cable wins Cotton (lb) 0.80 0.79 +1.76 +6.4 company says it will adopt a “zero tolerance” Lumber (1,000 bd ft) 353.30 362.30 -2.48 -5.5 Packaging Corp. PKG policy on subcontracting without the company’s Dodgers TV deal Orange Juice (lb) 1.15 1.15 +0.57 -0.7 Close: $38.81 -1.21 or -3.0% Soybeans (bu) 14.52 14.29 +1.57 +2.3 knowledge, effective March. 1. Previously, LOS ANGELES — Time Warner Cable Inc. The producer of containerboard and Wheat (bu) 7.79 7.91 -1.52 +0.2 corrugated packaging issued an suppliers had three chances to rectify mistakes. has won a contract to carry Los Angeles outlook for the current quarter that Dodgers games for at least the next two MutualFunds was below expectations. Home sales dip in December, $45 decades starting in 2014, snatching the but 2012 best in five years games away from Fox Sports after this year’s TOTAL RETURN 40 FAMILY FUND NAV CHG YTD 1YR 3YR* 5YR* WASHINGTON — U.S. sales of previously baseball season ends, according to a person 35 American Funds BalA m 21.12 +.06 +3.5 +14.2 +11.6 +5.7 occupied homes dipped in December from familiar with the matter. 30 BondA m 12.93 +.01 0.0 +5.6 +5.9 +3.8 NDJ November, in part because of a limited sup- The deal has not yet been finalized, al- CapIncBuA m 53.89 +.13 +2.1 +13.4 +9.1 +3.2 52-week range CpWldGrIA m 38.38 +.07 +3.2 +17.8 +8.2 +2.2 $25.77 $40.24 ply of available homes. But for all of 2012, though it is to be announced within days, EurPacGrA m 42.30 +.07 +2.6 +16.1 +6.2 +1.4 Vol.: 3.7m (4.8x avg.) PE: 26.8 sales rose to their highest level in five years. said the person, who was not authorized to FnInvA m 42.61 +.13 +4.5 +16.5 +11.7 +4.3 Mkt. Cap: $3.81 b Yield: 3.2% The National Association of Realtors said speak publicly and spoke to The Associated GrthAmA m 35.81 +.11 +4.3 +18.9 +11.2 +4.1 Tuesday that sales declined in December to Press on Tuesday on condition of anonymity. IncAmerA m 18.58 +.06 +2.9 +13.3 +11.2 +5.4 K.C. Southern KSU an annual rate of 4.94 million. That’s down The Los Angeles Times earlier reported InvCoAmA m 31.42 +.05 +4.2 +15.0 +10.2 +3.6 Close: $91.67 4.04 or 4.6% NewPerspA m 32.39 +.09 +3.6 +19.0 +10.3 +4.2 The railroad operator said that its from a rate of 4.99 million in November, the nation’s second-largest cable operator WAMutInvA m 32.43 +.11 +3.9 +13.2 +13.0 +4.5 fourth-quarter net income fell 4 per- which was revised lower but was still the will pay around $7 billion to carry the games. cent, but its results still topped Wall Dodge & Cox Income 13.89 +.01 +0.2 +7.2 +6.2 +6.8 Street expectations. highest in three years. —From wire reports IntlStk 35.92 -.04 +3.7 +18.2 +7.3 +1.3 $100 Stock 128.49 +.47 +5.4 +20.3 +12.0 +3.1 90 Fidelity Contra 80.45 +.29 +3.7 +16.4 +13.3 +5.4 GrowCo 96.62 +.25 +3.6 +15.1 +15.3 +7.0 80 LowPriStk d 41.41 +.41 +4.8 +17.8 +14.4 +8.3 70 NDJ FrankTemp-Franklin Income A m 2.29 ... +2.8 +15.1 +10.6 +6.1 Lowe’s to hire 45,000 for spring 52-week range FrankTemp-Templeton GlBond A m 13.43 -.05 +0.7 +12.2 +8.4 +9.7 $61.36 $92.05 Associated Press On average, seasonal Home prices rose 7.4 GlBondAdv 13.39 -.05 +0.7 +12.6 +8.7 +10.0 Vol.: 2.2m (2.4x avg.) 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CITRUS COUNTY CHRONICLE A flaky conspiracy theorist EDITORIAL BOARD s of this writ- vivors, first respon- nalists things that turned out to Gerry Mulligan ...... publisher ing, conspir- ders, coroners, Con- be inaccurate (misidentifying Mike Arnold ...... editor Aacy flake necticut State Police the shooter as his brother, for Charlie Brennan ...... editor at large James Tracy still has and families of the example, and stating that their a job teaching at victims (if there re- mother was a teacher at the Curt Ebitz ...... citizen member Florida Atlantic Uni- ally were any vic- school). The mistakes were cor- Mac Harris ...... citizen member versity, despite hav- tims). rected within hours. Founded Rebecca Martin ...... guest member ing stated the What made Tracy In the end, the facts of the by Albert M. following: stand out from other crime remain hideously simple. Williamson Brad Bautista ...... copy chief “While it sounds ranting online Twenty-six people, most of “You may differ with my choice, but not my right to choose.” like an outrageous Carl Hiaasen troglodytes was his them first-graders, were shot — David S. Arthurs publisher emeritus claim, one is left to OTHER tenured position at dead by a single, heavily armed inquire whether the VOICES FAU in Boca Raton. man named Adam Lanza. The Sandy Hook shooting The university ad- blood on the walls was real, the RECIPE FOR DISASTER? ever took place — at least in the ministration was duly embar- bodies were real, and so is the way law enforcement authori- rassed and apologetic, but also lifelong heartbreak. ties and the nation’s news compelled to note that Tracy Many believe that the pain media have described.” had posted the rubbish on his caused to the families by Written on his personal blog, own blog, on his own time. Tracy’s blogging justifies his fir- Tracy’s theory ignited interna- Within days, a queasy reality ing by FAU. Others, including Not everyone tional outrage, more anguish in took hold of the professor him- some who are mortified by his Newtown, Conn., and uncount- self, and he began to backpedal. postings, say his views should able demands that he be fired. In an interview with West Palm be tolerated because campuses But instead of canning Pro- Beach’s WPTV, he said: ought to be havens of intellec- can be a rocket fessor Tracy, FAU should put “In terms of saying that Sandy tual freedom. him on display as a lab speci- Hook, the Newtown massacre, Incompetence is a separate men of paranoia in full bloom. did not take place is really a issue. That a professor of com- Let him continue teaching his simplification — an oversimpli- munications is so ignorant of “Culture of Conspiracy” classes fication — of what I said.” basic news-gathering practices scientist and video-stream his lectures, Oh, how he must have wished is pathetic, but at this point so that students far and wide that were true. Then, lurching Tracy’s value in the classroom n 2010, Senate Bill (SB) 4 standardized end-of-course can study this bizarre psycho- onward: “I said there may very is not as an instructor but was passed by the Florida exam to receive an accred- logical phenomenon. well be elements of that event rather as a case study. ILegislature with biparti- ited high school diploma car- The most disturbing of his- that are synthetic to some de- He’s not just another aca- san support and signed into ries the potential for toric events — from Pearl Har- gree, that are somewhat con- demic blowhard with scant law by Gov. Charlie Crist. discouraging those students bor to the Holocaust, from the trived. I think that, overall, the real-world experience. He’s a Hailed by many as an impor- not college-bound to drop out Kennedy assassinations to the media really did drop the ball.” bona fide conspiracy kook who If you’re waiting to hear appears disarmingly normal. tant step for raising educa- of school. 9/11 attacks — have spawned rabid cults of doubters. The In- Tracy’s version of what really For that reason alone he’s tion standards in Florida’s With SB 4’s focus entirely ternet has given these agitated happened in Newtown, don’t worth observing, though it re- “Race to the Top,” it added on preparing every high souls what they never had be- hold your breath. He hasn’t mains to be seen how many stu- geometry, algebra school student to fore: a gathering place, where specified which aspects of the dents will be flocking to his II, biology, chem- THE ISSUE: be college ready, they can fantasize endlessly press coverage were “syn- lectures. istry and physics it also restrains among their own kind. thetic” or “contrived,” though If FAU dumps him, Tracy will to the list of re- State’s “college the ability of Soon after the shootings at he has tepidly conceded that 20 be a hero in the sweaty uni- quired high ready” mandate. school districts to Sandy Hook Elementary, Tracy first-graders probably did die verse of anti-government para- school courses. offer those stu- declared that the media cover- from gunfire that day in the noids, who already blame While exempt- OUR OPINION: dents interested age “was intended primarily for school. sinister forces for the profes- ing students at- in a technical or public consumption to further Well, at least those darn re- sor’s misfortunes. Good intentions tending private trade the career- larger political ends.” He called porters got something right. These days he’s keeping a may have schools, private ready skills devel- the tragedy a “meticulously On-scene bedlam is part of low profile, ducking Anderson negative charter schools opment to pursue crafted facade” and hinted that any mass murder. Conflicting Cooper and hunkering in the consequences. shadows of the Internet, where and some virtual their interests. the facts were being manipu- and even wrong information al- lated by gun-control advocates ways gets passed along in the no idea is too repugnant to find schools, the bill Additionally, lim- in government! first frantic minutes. That hap- a fan base. further mandates that every ited career-ready develop- Several hundred journalists pened in Newtown, just as it ■ public high school student ment opportunities promise were apparently duped, or se- did in lower Manhattan in 2001. ——— ——— must prove they are “college to exacerbate the skills gap cretly in league with the anti- It wasn’t a conspiracy at Carl Hiaasen is a columnist for ready” by demonstrating existing in Citrus County, as gun plotters. Included by Sandy Hook Elementary; it was the Miami Herald. Readers mastery of the required well as in other locales. implication in the dark cabal honest human error. Law- may write to him at: 1 Herald courses with the successful Given that SB 4 exempts were the eyewitnesses, sur- enforcement sources told jour- Plaza, Miami, FL 33132. passing of a standardized the private education sector end-of-course exam in order from its rigorous require- to receive an accredited high ments and an end-of-course school diploma. exam that’s the sole determi- As noted by critics, includ- nant as to whether or not a ing Citrus County School student receives an accred- Board member Thomas ited high school diploma, Kennedy, SB 4’s good inten- there is a very real possibility tions may have negative con- that some students may sequences that could make it choose private over public a recipe for disaster. high schools. Such a student In decreeing that all flight would certainly under- Florida public high school mine public education in students must demonstrate Florida. they are college ready, SB 4 Society is comprised of in- fails to consider the different dividuals with different tal- talents, interests and aspira- ents and aspirations. For tions of each student. Accord- society to prosper, it must ingly, the bill’s “one size fits have an educated citizenry all” edict brushes aside the capable of performing a vast reality that not every student array of skills to sustain and has the motivation or ability advance human organization. to pursue a college path. Accordingly, state lawmakers This has raised concern are urged to consider that in among SB 4’s critics that link- Florida’s “Race to the Top,” ing mastery of the bill’s rigor- not everyone should be re- ous requirements to a quired to become a rocket student’s capability to pass a scientist.
Big mags unnecessary someone would produce an an- LETTERS to the Editor swer for it. I’m wondering who I’m retired for 18 years now. I paid for the proposed drawing more than $5,000 to train some- used to be a hunter. I see no and plans and stuff Port remains a loser OPINIONS INVITED reason for multi-round one else to understand the that were submitted in In response to the paper’s ed- ■ magazines. In all my The opinions expressed in workings of a port seems a bit OUND the paper by our com- itorial of Jan. 14, I would like to Chronicle editorials are the contradictory from previous hunting experience, I S missioner, (Dennis) make some interjections to opinions of the newspaper’s directions taken. killed deer, I killed Damato, for Crystal editorial board. OFF what was stated. The paper ad- I think most people of this woodchucks, I killed River. Did he fund this ■ Viewpoints depicted in political dresses what could be logical county feel the port endeavor rabbits, squirrels and himself or is this cartoons, columns or letters do reasons to continue with the is a total waste of time and pheasants and quail, county money who paid not necessarily represent the port feasibility study. But in re- opinion of the editorial board. money. The undertaking of a vi- probably over 1,000, for this? Interesting. buttal I would like to make and I always did it on ■ Groups or individuals are able channel would expend some statements. That being, one shot, except now invited to express their opinions many millions of dollars long CALL Thanks for help perhaps Mr. Thorpe may well in a letter to the editor. maybe 10 percent of before you actually got around be trying to build his résumé for the time, two shots. I I was at Save-a-Lot ■ Persons wishing to address the to constructing any port assets. future employment at the tax- would think that a 30- 563-0579 last week. I got up to editorial board, which meets And the environmental impact payer’s expense. Therefore if weekly, should call Charlie or a 100-round maga- pay for my food. I got issues with the state and fed- the study shows the viability of Brennan at 352-563-5660. zine is an absolutely insane up in the line to pay for my food eral authorities would no a port, then Mr. Thorpe’s cost ■ All letters must be signed and thing to even have out for public and I had got some checks from doubt be tied up endlessly for should be reimbursed. But I include a phone number and use. the bank. I had ordered some hometown, including letters years. Based upon these facts, I but they hadn’t come in yet. also like to challenge the state- sent via email. Names and feel any further expenditures Kudos to Tom Restivo I didn’t know they called them ment of an assured viability of hometowns will be printed; of money to train a port direc- any paid evaluations by consult- phone numbers will not be I just wanted to say Kudos to starter checks. The stores don’t published or given out. tor should be at the expense of ants. I contracted many of these a Mr. Tom Restivo on his letter accept them. This lady behind ■ the person gaining that train- for a large federal agency, know- Letters must be no longer than to the editor on Jan. 15, “We are me offered to pay for my gro- 600 words, and writers will be ing. Seldom do I agree with the broke.” This is something my ceries. I had money but it was a ing all along that whoever paid limited to four letters per votes of the county commis- husband and I talk about con- Christmas gift from my son, so I for the evaluation would usu- month. sioners, but in this case I surely stantly; how we’re always help- didn’t want to spend it on food, ally get the answer they sought, ■ SEND LETTERS TO: The Editor, do. As to the viability study it- ing other countries and cannot but I used it to pay for the bill. be it a yes or no. 1624 N. Meadowcrest Blvd., self, what has changed for a The other point of con- Crystal River, FL 34429. Or, fax help those here in our own. Very But I just wanted to thank that to 352-563-3280, or email to positive consideration factor well-written letter by Mr. Restivo lady. tention is the statement the [email protected]. since the feasibility study of and I appreciate somebody else I wish I had got her name to “county has no one qualified to the 1960s? They said it was a having the same opinion. tell her again who wonderful deal with the port.” The state- loser then — and it is a loser that was for her to offer a ment is somewhat true but not staffer, the only person on their now. Who paid for plans? stranger. God bless you and I the whole truth, as the county staff with port experience, and I have a very interesting ques- hope that the good Lord blesses had a very qualified, school- they laid him off. Now to think John Cassell tion and I would certainly hope you a lot. Thank you very much. trained and experienced that we’re going to expend Homosassa
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LETTERS to the Editor Myth and fact less you just happen to hit a vital area. I was appalled at the 4. “The Second Amend- so-called cartoon on your ment was meant to apply editorial page equating only to the state militias, or assault rifle owners with National Guard” (Which, Assad in Syria; a cartoon by the way, wasn’t created of a newspaper editor until 1917). In the Constitu- pouring gas on an orphan- tion, these phrases: “right age fire to boost circula- of the people peaceably to tion would be more assemble,” “right of the appropriate. In 2011, people to be secure in there were 323 murders their homes,” refer to indi- involving rifles in the en- viduals, but “the right of tire United States. This the people to keep and does not refer to assault bear arms” refers to the rifles, but all rifles. In state — does that make 2006, it was 438; in 2010, any sense at all? The right the number was 358 — no- of Internet pornographers tice a trend here? to exist cannot be ques- Every year, the number tioned because it is Consti- of murders using rifles is tutionally protected by the decreasing, and not only Bill of Rights, but some- that, but the total number how the use of guns for where rifles are used self-defense is not really compared to total mur- protected by the Bill of ders (12,664 in 2011) is Rights. only about 2 percent. I’m 5. “The NRA is an ex- not saying firearms aren’t tremist organization.” used in a large percent- The ACLU is good be- age of the murders, but cause it uncompromis- those are usually hand- ingly defends certain guns. More people were parts of the Constitution, killed with hammers than and the NRA is bad, be- any kind of rifle, not to cause it uncompromis- mention the misnamed ingly defends other parts assault weapons. of the Constitution. To the people wanting 6. “We should ban high- to register and confiscate capacity magazines for all rifles, their aim is clearly but the police.” Police not stopping murders, or usually operate in groups they would be after ham- with backup, which is why mers, instead of rifles. they need larger-capacity Other myths promulgated magazines than do “civil- by these either unin- ians” who must face crim- formed or intentionally inals alone and therefore misleading people are: need less ammunition — 1. “The right to bear what’s wrong here? arms should only apply to 7. “Gun control means muskets.” Would you keeping weapons out of argue that freedom of the wrong hands.” Guess speech and of the press what? You have the wrong should only apply to hands. words written on parch- ment with a quill pen? Of Earnest J. Gallion course not, the concept of Crystal River God-given rights this country was founded upon was meant to be in- Coming together dependent of technology. Gentlemen, our nation 2. “Gun crime is lower must come together soon in countries that ban lest we find ourselves in firearms.” Of course it is such a hole that the true — by definition — there is meaning of Americanism a very low rate of shark at- will disappear. The fol- tacks in North Dakota, but lowing could be the begin- it doesn’t necessarily ning of this return. mean it’s safer there than I was very happy this very well be the start of in Florida — it just means morning reading about bringing our country to- there are less sharks. Walmart’s plan to help gether. Walmart might When you look at statistics America and her people. also consider having our on violent crime, the num- As a veteran of WWII, I American flag flying over bers are much closer, es- recall quite vividly how each store entrance and pecially if you factor out our people came together marking all American- the big-city gang-related to defeat Japan and re- made merchandise. homicides (where, inci- build our country. 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Nation BRIEFS World BRIEFS Hazard Debt-ceiling showdown Mapped While it’s commonly as- istration would not oppose GOP moves to delay crisis sumed that the Treasury the measure. Department wouldn’t It also appears that Sen- Associated Press ernment’s borrowing cap. allow a disastrous default ate Democrats will grudg- But the respite promises on U.S. Treasury notes, the ingly accept the bill, which WASHINGTON — Seek- to be only temporary, with prospect of failing to meet Majority Leader Harry ing to regain their budget the stage still set for major other U.S. obligations such Reid, D-Nev., called “a big footing versus President battles between the GOP as payments to contractors, step in the right direction” Barack Obama, Republi- and Obama over taxes, unemployment benefits since the three-month cans controlling the House spending and deficits. and Social Security checks GOP debt measure isn’t are moving quickly to try The first step comes would also be reputation- conditioned on a dollar cut to defuse a potential debt Wednesday with a House shattering. House Speaker Associated Press in spending for every dol- crisis with legislation to vote on GOP-sponsored John Boehner and other lar of new borrowing au- Associated Press A 12-by-9-foot boulder GOP leaders have made it rests in the master prevent a first-ever U.S. legislation that would give thority as Boehner has Children play Dec. 28 in plain they don’t have the bedroom of a home Jan. default for at least three the government enough long demanded. the Mare shantytown in stomach for it. 19 in St. George, Utah. months. borrowing leeway to meet “The Boehner rule of 1- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The The Republicans are three months’ worth of ob- The legislation is dis- for-1, it’s gone,” said Sen. city’s densest neighbor- Boulder crashes giving up for now on trying ligations, delaying a show- liked by many Democrats, Charles Schumer, D-N.Y. hoods, its favelas, to extract spending cuts down next month that but the White House “So it’s a good step for- blanket entire hillsides, into Utah home from Democrats in return Republicans fear they weighed in Tuesday with a ward and we’ll see what providing most of the ST. GEORGE, Utah — A for an increase in the gov- would lose. statement that the admin- happens.” city’s affordable housing. woman received a rude awak- Now, those communities ening Jan. 19 when a huge are being charted after boulder tumbled down a ridge decades of informality. into her bedroom, sending her to the hospital with a broken Favelas find jaw and sternum. place on maps Wanda Denhalter, 63, Immigration attitudes RIO DE JANEIRO — was sleeping alone when Look at most maps of Rio she narrowly missed being de Janeiro. The beaches crushed under the boulder, are easy to spot, as are the said her husband, Scot iconic oceanfront neighbor- Denhalter. hoods of Copacabana and She was taken to a St. Ipanema. In the middle is a George hospital, where she vast forest. What’s less underwent four hours of identifiable are the blank surgery for non-life-threat- swaths with no streets, ening injuries. She also suf- landmarks or other signs of fered a large leg gash. human habitation. It’s unknown what Those spots are, in fact, caused the boulder to come some of the city’s densest down about 3 a.m. neighborhoods, its favelas, Fight leads to or shantytowns, that blan- gunfire in Texas ket entire hillsides. Though they’ve long provided most HOUSTON — Authorities of the city’s affordable hous- said a shooting at a Texas ing, government officials community college was the have traditionally consid- result of an altercation be- ered them eyesores and lit- tween two people, and at erally left them off the map, least one was a student. condemning millions to Harris County Sheriff’s legal invisibility. Maj. Armando Tello said Now, those communities both people involved in the are being charted after altercation were wounded decades of informality, each and hospitalized. He said a Associated Press route and alley outlined and college maintenance man Applicants wait Aug. 15 in Casa de Maryland in Langley Park, Md., before they can apply for the Deferred Action Childhood Arrivals, as the U.S. started accepting applications to allow them to avoid deportation and their names researched. A was injured in the crossfire nonprofit group run by cur- and also taken to a hospital. get a work permit — but not a path to citizenship. More than 6 in 10 Americans now favor allowing illegal immigrants to eventually become U.S. citizens. rent and former favela resi- Tello said a female who dents called Redes da Mare had a student ID also was kick-started the first map- hospitalized for a medical Poll: Many say let illegal immigrants stay in United States ping program in the group- complication. ing of communities known The shooting happened as Mare with a simple but before 1 p.m. Tuesday at Associated Press In the coming weeks, he’s expected to aggres- Most favor legal status for immigrants powerful goal: putting their the Lone Star College Sys- homes on the map, with WASHINGTON — sively push for ways to A new AP-GfK poll finds that most people believe the U.S. tem campus about 20 miles named streets, ZIP codes north of downtown More than 6 in 10 Amer- create an eventual path- should provide a path to citizenship for illegal immigrants. icans now favor allowing way to citizenship for the and official addresses. Houston. How important is the issue of immigration to you personally? illegal immigrants to estimated 11 million ille- Extremely, Moderately Slightly, not at Don’t Netanyahu wins US commander eventually become U.S. gal immigrants already very important important all important know cleared in scandal citizens, a major in- in this country. Israel vote crease in support driven The poll results sug- 54% 26 18 2 JERUSALEM — In a WASHINGTON — U.S. by a turnaround in Re- gest that the public over- stunning setback, Prime defense officials said Gen. publicans’ opinions all, not just Hispanics, Who do you trust to do a better job handling immigration: Minister Benjamin Ne- John Allen, the top U.S. Democrats or Republicans? after the 2012 elections. will back his efforts. Don’t know, tanyahu’s hard-line bloc com- Democrats Republicans Neither refused The finding, in a new Sixty-two percent of fared mander in Associated Press-GfK Americans now favor 41% 34 16 10 worse Afghan - poll, comes as the Re- providing a way for ille- than ex- istan, has publican Party seeks to gal immigrants in the Do you favor or oppose providing a legal way for illegal immi- pected in been grants already in the United States to become U.S. citizens? increase its meager sup- U.S. to become citizens, a parlia- cleared of port among Latino vot- an increase from just 50 Favor Oppose Don’t know mentary allega- ers, who turned out in percent in the summer of 62% 35 2 election tions of large numbers to help re- 2010, the last time the AP Tuesday, sending elect President Barack polled on the question. President Obama announced in 2012 that illegal immigrants 30 exit polls potentially Gen. John Obama in November. Much of the increase years old or younger who were brought to the United States as Benjamin showed, inappro- Allen Emboldened by the in support for a path to children could obtain work permits if they meet certain criteria and Netanyahu do not have a criminal record. Do you favor, oppose or neither possibly priate cleared of overwhelming Hispanic eventual citizenship has won re-election favor nor oppose this policy? Don’t forcing emails to charges. backing and by shifting come among Republi- in Israel. Favor Oppose Neither know the in- a civilian attitudes on immigra- cans. A majority in the 1 tion, Obama has made GOP — 53 percent — cumbent Israeli leader to in- woman linked to the sex 63% 20 16 overhauling laws about vite surprisingly strong scandal that ousted David now favor the change. who can legally live in That’s up a striking 22 NOTE: Poll of 1,004 adults conducted Jan. 10-14, 2013; margin of error moderate rivals into his Petraeus as CIA director. the U.S. a centerpiece of percentage points from ±4.0 percentage points. government and soften his The officials said Tues- his second-term agenda. 2010. SOURCE: GfK Roper Public Affairs & Corporate Communications AP line toward the Palestinians. day the Defense Depart- TV exit polls showed the ment’s inspector general hard-liners with about 61 found the concerns seats in the 120-seat parlia- about Allen’s 20,000 to ment, a bare majority, and 30,000 pages of emails and the counts could change as other documents from com- Authorities: NM teen planned more shootings actual votes are tallied. munications with Jill Kelley between 2010 and 2012 to Associated Press he changed his mind about US transports be “unsubstantiated.” continuing the attack, French troops Allen had maintained he ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. which occurred the same did nothing wrong. — The New Mexico day thousands of gun advo- SEGOU, Mali — Ameri- teenager accused of gun- cates gathered peacefully can planes transported —From wire reports ning down five family at state capitals around the French troops and equip- members over the week- country to rally against ment to Mali, a U.S. military end ambushed his father stricter limits on firearms. spokesman said Tuesday, Cold as he returned home from The “Guns Across Amer- as Malian and French an overnight shift at a res- ica” events were being forces pushed into the Is- cue mission, then reloaded held just after President lamist-held north. his rifles and planned to go Barack Obama unveiled a The town of Douentza to a Walmart and randomly sweeping package of fed- had been held by Islamist shoot people, authorities eral gun-control proposals. rebels for four months, 120 said Tuesday. Griego told detectives Associated Press miles northeast of Mopti, Instead, 15-year-old Ne- he also contemplated Nehemiah Griego, 15, is seen in a photo provided by the the previous line of control hemiah Griego texted a Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Department. Griego is charged killing his girlfriend’s par- picture of his dead mother ents, Houston said. held by the Malian military with killing five family members Saturday, including in Mali’s narrow central belt. to his 12-year-old girl- his father, mother and three youngest siblings in The sheriff said he did- friend, then spent much of Albuquerque, N.M. n’t know if Griego’s contact The Islamist fighters Saturday with the girl and with his girlfriend avoided have controlled the vast her family, authorities younger siblings. not give any further further bloodshed. But he desert stretches of northern said. That evening, he “The motive, as articu- explanation.” said she apparently knew Mali, with the weak govern- Associated Press went to the church where lated by the suspect, was Houston said Griego had what had happened, and ment clinging to the south, A thermometer shows the Griego’s father had been a purely that he was frus- planned the shootings for officials are investigating since a military coup in the temperature Tuesday as pastor, and Griego eventu- trated with his mother,” at least a week, but it’s un- whether she should be capital in March last year a man walks to a parking ally confessed to killing Bernalillo County Sheriff clear if he ever actually charged with failing to re- unleashed chaos. garage in Buffalo, N.Y. his parents and three Dan Houston said. “He did went to a Walmart or why port the crime. —From wire reports ■ Golf, bowling/B2 ■ B3 ■ Tennis, soccer/ Section B - WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2013 Find the ■ Scoreboard/B4 best ball ■ TV, lottery/B4 for your ■ B5 swing./B2 NBA, NHL/ ■ College basketball/B5 SPORTS ■ Entertainment/B6 CITRUS COUNTY CHRONICLE Pirates land new football coach season in five of his past six years Stukes said the school re- ond-year head coach Greg as an assistant and defensive ceived more than 50 applicants Fowler before he was sus- Palmetto’s defensive coordinator coach at Palmetto. His Tigers ad- for the job and interviewed six pended and eventually relieved vanced to the 5A regional semifi- candidates. of his coaching duties for using to lead Crystal River next year nals last season, finishing with a Varnadore compared Crystal inappropriate language. In- 9-4 record and making it to the River to the Palmetto he grew terim head coach Randy SEAN ARNOLD as head coach. Varnadore, 28, state semifinals behind a 12-2 up in and said the area was al- Owens, a former Pirate stand- Correspondent will become the program’s third record in 2011. Varnadore’s de- ready on his radar as a possible out in football and track, led head coach in four years. fense was ranked No. 1 in 5A for future destination. Crystal River to a 2-1 record Crystal River’s new head Varnadore will meet with the 2011 season while the team “Some of my best friends fre- after Fowler’s departure. football coach is familiar with coaches, players and parents climbed to No. 2 in the state poll. quent Crystal River to fish and The Pirates lost on a last-sec- living in a tight-knit fishing Thursday and begin working at “He’s been very successful at scallop, and hearing how great ond field goal to District 5A-5 community. He’s also familiar the school in the social studies Palmetto, where he’s worked in an area it is, it’s always in- champion Gainesville Eastside with winning. department Monday. He also a good program,” Crystal River trigued me,” said Varnadore, the Friday before Fowler’s sus- Crystal River High School will take over as the boys activities director Tony Stukes who is married with a 4-year- pension and were undone by a principal Mark McCoy and ac- weightlifting coach this spring. said Tuesday. “He interviewed old son and 5-month-old daugh- fourth-quarter comeback by 5A- tivities director Tony Stukes an- Despite his relative youth, Var- very well and was very excited ter. “I had said that if it came 5 rival Dunnellon a week later nounced Tuesday the hiring of nadore already possesses a vari- about our program. I think he’s open, I’d like to put my hat in.” on Oct. 26. Palmetto High School defensive ety of coaching experience, going to bring some energy and Crystal River went 6-4 overall coordinator Nathan Varnadore which includes trips to the post- great ideas.” last season and 4-3 under sec- See COACH/ Page B5 ’Canes cruise by No real pressure Leopards Lady Warriors foil Citrus boys press from Panthers
advance in C.J. RISAK district soccer Correspondent JAMES BLEVINS LECANTO — First, Lecanto High Correspondent School’s girls basketball team tried to pressure Seven Rivers Christian School BROOKSVILLE — The full court. It didn’t work. Citrus Hurricanes came out The Panthers then Lecanto strong and scored early in tried to play half court boys their District 3A-6 tourna- against the Warriors. ment quarterfinal match That didn’t work either. beat Tuesday afternoon against It wasn’t until the Seven the Hernando Leopards at fourth quarter Lecanto Rivers Nature Coast Technical Sta- managed to make up dium, aka “The Shark Tank.” ground against Seven 53-33. The No. 1 seed Hurricanes Rivers, but by then the For full scored four first-half goals game was decided, story, against No. 8 Hernando in thanks to a third-quar- only 17 minutes. They ter defensive stand by see tapped in three more in the the Warriors that lim- page second half, which was more ited Lecanto to three B4. than the ’Canes needed to free throws. shutout the Leopards 7-0 for The final score in the the win. in-county rivalry favored Seven Rivers Senior Tyler Beagan (two 57-37 and required a 14-7 fourth-quarter goals) started the Hurricane burst by the Panthers to make it even onslaught in the opening two that close. minutes during Citrus’ first Seven Rivers, which defeated Crystal trip into Hernando territory, River 58-45 last Friday, improved to 13- scoring a goal off a header. 6 overall. Lecanto fell to 11-12. Beagan rounded out the Cit- “The girls are playing very well,” War- rus tally in the 70th minute riors’ coach Gary Dreyer said. “They’re with the seventh goal of the working very hard on defense. Our phi- game. losophy has been to play good hard de- Austin Killeen followed fense and it will keep you in the game.” Beagan with two goals of his It did just that, but Seven Rivers’ abil- own. One was from a penalty ity to break Lecanto’s press to start the kick and a second six min- game proved pivotal. Aimed at disrupt- utes later off an accurate ing Seven Rivers’ offense and forcing pass from teammate Joshua turnovers, Lecanto’s pressure instead Marsden (two assists), giving resulted in easy layups and a 22-9 War- Citrus the 3-0 advantage 10 rior lead after one quarter. In the first minutes into the game. eight minutes, Lecanto committed 11 turnovers while forcing three by Seven See CITRUS/ Page B4 Rivers. “That’s been the main focus of a lot of our practices,” Warriors’ Alexis Zachar said of her team’s handling opponent’s pressure. It got a bit better for the Panthers in Lecanto the second quarter. After Seven Rivers scored the first six of the period for a 28- 9 lead, Lecanto responded with an 11-2 advances run to trim it to 30-20 with 2:12 left in the half. Paige Richards hit a pair of three- STEPHEN E. LASKO/For the Chronicle pointers in that run. Seven Rivers Christian School’s Andrea Zachar shoots as Lecanto’s Grace Groccia on penalty defends her Tuesday night at Seven Rivers High School gym. Seven Rivers won 57-37. See WARRIORS /Page B4 kicks Panthers progress Djokovic gets hang of winning Down Under after two OTs in Associated Press district tourney LATE GAME MELBOURNE, Australia — Novak Azarenka advances to KEITH CHARTRAND Djokovic is really starting to get the Correspondent hang of how to handle himself at the Australian Open semifinals Australian Open. MELBOURNE, Australia — With her An expression often used Down OCALA — The Lecanto most famous fan sitting in the crowd Panthers battled through 100 Under — “Keep your shirt on” — is de- signed to discourage anyone from be- wearing a shirt reminding her to keep minutes of soccer in Tuesday calm, defending champion Victoria night’s District 4A-4 first- coming unnecessarily overexcited. Djokovic took it literally after his 6-1, Azarenka overcame some early jitters to round game at Forest High beat Svetlana Kuznetsova 7-5, 6-1 on School. And thanks to a 4-6, 6-1, 6-4 win Tuesday night over fifth- seeded Tomas Berdych, advancing to Wednesday and advance to the Aus- young goalkeeper and vet- tralian Open semifinals. eran captain, the Panthers the semifinals at an 11th consecutive After dropping serve in a long fourth will live another day. Grand Slam tournament. Lecanto defeated The 2-hour, 31-minute victory took ex- game which went to deuce 10 times, Gainesville in penalty kicks actly half the time of his five-set, fourth- Azarenka recovered to dominate the rest 4-3 after two halves and two round win two nights previously against of the match against Kuznetsova, a two- overtime sessions of score- Stanislas Wawrinka. In the early hours time major winner who was floating dan- less soccer. With the penalty of Monday morning, Djokovic ripped his gerously in the draw with a No. 75 ranking kick tally at 3-3, senior cap- sweat-drenched shirt off and flexed his as she recovers from a knee injury. tain Zeke Rice hit the back muscles, mimicking his victory celebra- of the net after beating Hur- tion after the 5:53 victory over Rafael ricane goalkeeper Thomas Nadal in the 2012 Australian Open final. roof. Djokovic calmly pumped his fist Moseley on his left-hand That was acceptable at the time to the once and walked to the net; he later side. Rod Laver Arena crowd, which was still joked about the ice baths he’d taken in “I missed one earlier this abuzz at 1:40 a.m. following five sets of between matches on the advice of local Associated Press season and I wasn’t going to high-level tennis. hero Lleyton Hewitt. Novak Djokovic celebrates after defeating Tomas After the Berdych match, however, he Berdych in their quarterfinal match Tuesday at the See LECANTO/ Page B4 realized there was no need to raise the See DJOKOVIC/ Page B5 Australian Open in Melbourne, Australia. B2 WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2013 SPORTS CITRUS COUNTY (FL) CHRONICLE Match swing Test at Torrey Pines with best ball Golf course is good did the math and fig- ured I have played golf gauge for Woods Ifor more than 44 years. The equipment has DOUG FERGUSON changed drastically since AP golf writer that first day when I picked out my first set of SAN DIEGO — Based on his clubs in the sporting goods record alone, there could be cause department of my local de- for alarm the way Tiger Woods partment store. My father started his season. and I stood in front of Woods never finished out of the three sets of right-handed top 10 in his season opener until his clubs. A set of Patty Berg’s Special to the Chronicle 13th season, when he was coming made by Wilson became Marion Walker advises off reconstructive surgery on his my first starter set, com- selecting a ball, above, to left knee and was eliminated in the plete with putter and red match your swing speed for second round of the Match Play plaid bag. the best benefits. Championship. There was never a ques- He was eliminated on the second tion about right- or left- drive the ball less than 200 day of the Abu Dhabi Champi- handed, as every set was yards, your swing speed is onship in memorable fashion — a right-handed. It did not on the slower side. late rally to seemingly make the cut matter I was a left-handed Try a golf ball with a with one shot to spare, only to be in- 8 year old. Times have lower compression. A formed he was not supposed to get changed. lower compression golf relief from an imbedded lie in Golf balls also have ad- ball will help the ball go sandy soil on the fifth hole. Two vanced since those days. farther. For example, the shots were added to his score, and Gone are the Bridgestone Woods was on his way back with days of surlyn B330 RX has a only the 10th missed cut of his ca- and balata cov- compression of reer, his first outside the PGA Tour ers and com- 60 to 65. This and a bad start to the year. pressions of 90 ball gives you The more important measure, and 100. I re- less spin off the however, is this week at Torrey member how my tee to hit Pines. mother had to straighter, yet Woods has won seven times as a use a certain gives you the pro on this track along the Pacific type and spe- control around bluffs. It’s a public course, but it cific numbered the greens with feels as if he owns it. Such is his golf ball — a Marion Walker your irons. This dominance at Torrey Pines that Associated Press Maxfli number MOVE WITH ball is a popu- after the first round of the 2008 The better measure for Tiger Woods is Torrey Pines since it is one of five golf 8. She believed MARION lar choice for Buick Invitational, when Woods courses accounting for more than 40 percent of his PGA Tour wins. she played her performance opened with a 67 on the South best with this similar to the Course, a caddie standing behind the back nine on the South Course. be a fair measure of his game going ball and only this type of Pro V1 but is geared to- the 18th green said, “He just won “It’s definitely a very different feel- into a pivotal year when the bal- ball. She would be amazed ward the lower swing two tournaments with one round.” ing, so it’s nice to be back. It’s nice ance of power has shifted to 23- at the choices of today. And speed. Sure enough, Woods won that week to get out there and play a course year-old Rory McIlroy. Woods talks maybe her handicap could The Titleist DT Solo is by eight shots, and then won the that I know.” a lot about the courses where he have been lower if she had also a lower compression U.S. Open that summer on a man- When it comes to horses for feels most comfortable, with Torrey as many choices as we do ball. A Titleist ProV1 and gled knee in a playoff. courses, Woods is a thoroughbred at Pines and Firestone at the top of his today. Pro V1x is a perfect golf That was his 14th — and at the mo- Torrey Pines. The only course com- list. He also includes Augusta Na- Our choices now include ball for higher swing ment, his last — major championship. parable to his success level at Tor- tional and St. Andrews. urethane and ionomer speeds along with the That also was his last win at Tor- rey would be Firestone, where he Most telling was his last win at covers. The compressions Bridgestone B330S. Check rey Pines. has won seven times and never fin- Torrey Pines. of golf balls are lower than with your local golf profes- He didn’t play in 2009 because he ished out of the top 10 until 2010 He was runner-up at the Masters they were 20 years ago. In sional to choose the right was still recovering from knee sur- and 2011, both times when his game that year, and then had arthroscopic those days, if you used a ball for you. gery. He didn’t play in 2010 because was a mess. He has won seven times surgery to repair some cartilage lower compression ball The right golf ball is im- he was recovering from the humili- at Bay Hill, but that’s different from damage in his left knee that caused with a higher swing speed, portant for all levels of ating collapse in his personal life. the other two because Woods has him to miss Quail Hollow and The the ball would balloon too golfers, but it is especially The last time he played Torrey seven finishes out of the top 10. Bay Players Championship. He was get- high in the air because of important for higher hand- Pines was in 2011, which turned out Hill always has been feast or ting ready for the U.S. Open when the high spin rate. There icapped golfers. to be the worst season of his career. famine. doctors found two stress fractures are golf balls with com- “This has always been a pretty of the left tibia and recommended ■ He was embarking on a brand-new pressions as low as 45 and ——— ——— swing, his game was a wreck and it good benchmark, hasn’t it?” Geoff six weeks off, which he ignored. as high as 90. Marion Walker is the showed. Woods went 74-75 on the Ogilvy said. So when he showed up at Torrey Which one of these is general manager at Seven weekend and tied for 44th. If he doesn’t win this week, it cer- Pines, the opening round was the right for you? Choose a Rivers Golf and Country Where is he now? tainly wouldn’t be a disaster. Woods first time he had walked 18 holes golf ball that is best for Club in Crystal River. She “It’s nice to be healthy, to be able is getting older, and the competition since the final at the Masters. your swing speed. can be reached at to train and practice and do all of is getting deeper every year. Win- Of his 14 majors, this was among Not sure what your marion7rivers@tampa the things that I know I can do,” ning is not as easy as it was. the most remarkable, foremost be- swing speed is? If you bay.rr.com. Woods said Tuesday after playing But how he plays this week could cause of the injury. Local LEADERS Hole-in-one George Lowell and Harold Cipollone Sandy Brown +5 Low Net Lee Simon 74 Second -3 Bev McGonnigal +3 Second Low Net Diane Keck 76 Local man bowls ■ On Jan. 13, Rick Houseman aced the Mac McDuff, Curt Messler, Carol Lanzillo +2 Closest to the Pin: 156-yard eighth hole at Lakeside, using a 5- Bob Clayton and Dick Olsen Closest to the Pin: No. 5 Carol Biedscheid iron hybrid. Houseman’s feat was witnessed Third -2 No. 4 Carol Lanzillo No. 7 Linda Travis by Micheal Leahy and Pat Farnan. Bill Lindsey, WA Pace, No. 8 Carole Seifert No. 11 Linda Travis ■ perfect 300 game On Jan. 16, Bill Chmielewski holed out John Balais and John Daley No. 11 Marj Sibley No. 15 Sheila McLaughlin on the No. 8 hole at Twisted Oaks, using a Fourth -1 (MOC) No. 16 Marj Sibley Birdies: rescue club from 130 yards away. Steve Pete Lindley, Paul Perregaux, “Chicks with Sticks,” a ladies points quota No. 11 Linda Travis Chronicle 352-794-6483 or Darlene Chmielewski, Larry Remelle and Joe Ruby Clive Affleck and Bob Jones league, meets every Friday morning at Cit- No. 13 Dee Reynolds Arndt at 352-560-7893. witnessed the accomplishment. Fifth -1 (MOC) rus Springs. Interested players with GHIN Chip-in: John Saltmarsh bowled This year, the 2013 Cit- Tom Halloran, Frank Tobey, handicaps should call Carole at 352-746- No. 3 Phyllis Pike a perfect 300 game at the rus County Women’s BRENTWOOD Len Ciriello and Clint Wynne 2082. No. 16 Doris Kelly Florida State Seniors Bowling Tournament will ■ Vickie Howard scored a double eagle on Sixth -1 (MOC) EL DIABLO Niners Low Gross Low Net Tournament at Galaxy be Feb. 9 and 10 at No. 7. Jim Green, Buzz Fredrickson, First Flight Lanes in Ocala. Parkview Lanes in Ken Hedden and Lou Pulgrano Low Gross Barbara Thomas 54 On Jan. 16, the Wednesday Point Quota On Jan. 20, El Diablo played Individual Saltmarsh’s first game Holder. The team event is Group played. Seventh even play with a “twist” outing at Pine Ridge. Second Flight First + 14 Dick Morelli, Jerry McClernon First 131 Low Net Vera Eddy 40 was a 236. His second scheduled for 9 a.m. Sat- Louis DeGennaro and Jim Kieffer and Mike Rizzio Al Beaudet and Pat Lampasona game was a 180. Then in urday with the singles and Second + 13 On Jan. 15, the Citrus Hills Ladies Golf Second 141 SOUTHERN WOODS the third game, he fin- doubles at 9 a.m. Sunday. Vickie Howard and Bill Owens Association participated in a game Darby Cerce and Gaby Thompson On Jan. 16, the Southern Woods Men’s ished with 12 strikes in a Entries must be re- Most over quota + 9 called “Strike Three.” This was an individ- Third 144 Golf Association played 2 best balls of row for a perfect score. ceived no later than Jan. 27 C. W. Goschen III ual net game. After completing 18 holes Terry Hrobuchak and Phyllis Crowe foursome plus bonus. His series total was 718 and may be placed in the Closest to the Pin: of play, the three highest net scores Fourth 144 First -30 (tie) for an average of 239 in Bowling Association Box were eliminated and the remaining 15 No. 2 Angelo Deyeso Art Frink and Rim Henderson Tony Schmid, George Lentowicz, the match. Saltmarsh car- at any Citrus County bowl- No. 4 Possum Lindsey holes’ net scores were added together Fifth 145 Bob Chadderton and Bill Bachman 50/50 winner Bob Bouchard for the game score. The results by flights Mike Dougherty and John Conroy First -30 (tie) ries an average of 211 and ing center. Entry forms On Jan. 20, the Sunday Morning Early follow. Sixth 147 Doug Martin, Tom Venable, is a youth director on the may be downloaded from Scramble played. Flight 1 Jon Thompson and Richard Schortemeyer Erv Koch and Gene Askins board of the Citrus greatercitrususbca.com. First -6 First Net Jackie Dziekan 47 Seventh 151 Third -26 County Bowling Associa- A Valentine’s Bowling Kenny McCabe, Anita McCabe, Second Net Peg Crowley 48 David Crowe and Bob Rupp Dick Tuxbury, Ken Leo, tion (GCUSBCA). Tournament, sponsored Ron Cart and Maggie Cart Third Net Marti Jones 49 Eighth 156 Tim Neel and Bill Moreau On April 13, the GCUS- by Parkview Lanes, will be Second -5 Flight 2 John Hrobuchak and Maryann Conroy Fourth -23 BCA will have an awards Feb. 17 at 1 p.m. Included First Net Ruth Rosenow 49 Mona Evans, Steve Leonard, Ninth 157 Ken Moody, Brian Hadler, banquet celebrating 50 in the $50 per couple Bob Staker and Jim Pearson Second Net Dorothy Ammerman 51 John Hopwood and Shelley Niehaus Rich Spay and Dan Pera Third -2 (Tie) Nina Kimball 51 10th 162 Closest to the Pin: years of service and pres- ticket is lunch, a doubles Paul Roy, R. J. Cantagallo, Flight 3 Donna Dougherty and Bob Lampasona No. 4 Erv Koch ent the three county tour- three-game no-tap tourna- Mike Mitchell and John Fogarty First Net Jeannette Mazzone 52 Closest to the Pin: No. 8 Brian Hadler nament winners their ment, music, dancing, “Honorable Mention” Tie Linda Mullen 52 No. 2 Jon Thompson No. 13 Rich Galasso trophies. The banquet crowning of the king and Jan Lassiter, George Batson Flight 4 No. 5 Mike Dougherty No. 17 Ed Lynk 11’8” will feature the induction queen and an optional and Jerry Walker First Net Karin Radtke 47 No. 11 Dave Crowe of this year’s inductees to Crazy Eights game. Closest to the Pin: Second Net JoAnn Messina 50 No. 15 Art Frink SUGARMILL the Citrus County Bowl- The tournament has No. 4 Bob Goyette Third Net Linda Fick 53 On Jan. 21, the game was a nine-hole No. 9 Steve Leonard Eagle: scramble. WOODS ing Hall of Fame. been sanctioned and any On Jan. 20, the Sunday Morning Late No. 13 Marti Jones First 32/23.25 On Jan. 15, the Sandblasters Men’s Master of ceremonies true honor scores rolled Scramble played. Birdies: Pete Palmer, Juanita Emrich, Group played team point quota. will be Steve Neff, winner will be eligible for USBCA First -7 (MOC) No. 5 Carol Moon Jeff Sprague and Ed Stup First +9 (tie) of the U.S. Open and 10 awards. Call C.H. Crockett Mary Bennett, Tim Bennett, No. 5 IvaLee Lawrence Second 34/25 Sam Hunt, Tom St.Clair, national titles. For tick- at 352-489-6933 for Mike Miller and Betsy Miller No. 5 Helene Reed Ric Diaz, Bobby, Zane Megos and Mike Schwabek ets, call Russ Housman at information. Second -7 No. 16 Pat Laskowski Bob Montgomery and Ghost First +9 (tie) Vickie Howard, Dave Howard, No. 17 Peg Crowley Third 35/26 Tony Valente, John Moore, Kristina Belt and Tom Guthrie No. 16 Linda Mullen Mike and Donna Dougherty, Frank Vanzin and Dale Vaughn Golf BRIEF Third -5 No. 17 Bonnie Yanosy Curtis Karr and Clint Fisher Third +3 Mona Evans, Steve Leonard, No. 15 Jackie Dziekkan Fourth 35/26 Bill Moreau, Jeff Stier, A round of golf to remember Jim Pearson and Bob Staker No. 16 Nina Kimball Bob and Debbie Marino, Roger Kessinger and Paul Angelo Closest to the Pin (men): No. 14 and 17 Kay Close Rory Natzke and Mike Pombier Notable Rounds: Point O’ Woods Golf Club will host A Round To Remem- No. 2 Dave Howard CITRUS SPRINGS Fifth 36/27.5 Sam Hunt, age 80 +15 ber golf outing benefiting the Alzheimer’s Association Jan. No. 4 Dave Howard Jon Townsend, Dave Whitacre, TWISTED OAKS 27, at 95 S. Golf Harbor Path in Inverness. Closest to the Pin (women): On Jan. 19, the Citrus Springs Men’s As- Stan Webber and Dale Montgomery A Round To Remember is a grassroots program that No. 2 Vickie Howard Closest to the Pin: sociation played 1 bb on par 3’s, 2 bb on On Jan. 15, the Ladies Association works to educate people about Alzheimer’s, raise aware- No. 4 Jennie Diaz par 4’s and 3 bb on par 5’s. No. 3 Ric Diaz played T’s and F’s. On Jan. 21, the Monday Morning Men’s First 126 Nos. 4 and 7 Mike, Donna. A Flight ness for those facing the disease and the impact it has on Group played. Pete Clutter, Don Gonczi, Curtis, Clint First Betty Smith 31.5 their families and caregivers through volunteer organized First Jim Kieffer + 3 Bob Malloy and Spitznogle No. 6 Clint Fisher Second Leanne Feher 35 golf events. This year is the first year Point O’ Woods golf Second Kenny McCabe + 2 Second 126 Third Chris Hultzen 37 club has raised awareness for Alzheimer’s. Most over quota Jim Pearson + 1 SEVEN RIVERS Bill Curry, Bob Geci, (Tie) Mary Fama 37 Point O’ Woods Golf Club has 20 participants registered Closest to the Pin: Russ Woodworth and Rocky Marziani On Jan. 16, the WGA played low gross, B Flight No. 2 Jim Kieffer Closest to the Pin: low net. First May Forsythe 34.5 for the Round To Remember event. The day’s activities will No. 4 Jim Kieffer No. 4 Don Gonczi First Flight Second Chris McGraw 35 consist of 18 holes of golf medal play and a dinner following. No. 8 Mike Feltner Low Gross Jorie Bertine 79 Third Suzanne Matthews 36.5 Prizes will be awarded to the winners. Each participant CITRUS HILLS No. 11 Pete Clutter Low Net Dee Reynolds 70 C Flight will receive a goody bag with information about Alzheimer’s On Jan. 16, the Citrus Hills Men’s Golf No. 14 Dave Balas Second Flight First Claire Moran 36 plus a subscription to a select Condé Nast magazine such Association played “Team Plus or No. 16 Mike Feltner Low Gross Carol Biedscheid 90 Second Sonia Seward 38 as Golf Digest, Condé Nast Traveler and Bon Appétit. Minus” on The Oaks Golf Course. WOMEN Low Net Barbara Hart 75 (Tie) Diane Flagg 38 First -4 On Jan.18, the “Chicks with Sticks” Third Flight (Tie) Nancy Vallimont 38 For information, call Lori Beiswenger at 352-726-3113. Mike Shipman, Jim Remler, played Points Quota. Low Gross Sheila McLaughlin 101 (Tie) Marge Abernathy 38 — From staff reports CITRUS COUNTY (FL) CHRONICLE SPORTS WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2013 B3 New tennis Uphill soccer battles rule reminder Local girls teams to face tough uring each tourna- For information, contact ment, maybe even Barbara Shook at dshook@ competition in regional games Deach tennis match, tampabay.rr.com or 352- things happen concerning 795-0872. JAMES BLEVINS the rules for which we ponents in the first 40 min- players do not have a di- Friday Senior Correspondent utes of play. rect answer. A lot of times, If the Pirates defeat Ladies Doubles After local girls varsity it will result in calling a let, Keystone Heights today, 3.0 - 3.5 League soccer teams played some thinking that it is the right they will face the soccer tough matches in their re- thing to do. It seems like Results for Jan. 18: juggernaut Trinity spective district playoffs some players still have not ■ Catholic in the semifinals. Riverhaven Eagles def. last week, the real compe- heard of the new rule con- The Citrus Lady ’Canes Citrus Hills Hot Shots, 3-2; tition is only just begin- cerning reversing out calls. meet Palatka in Putnam ■ Pine Ridge Mustangs ning as FHSAA regional We all are used to play- County at 7 p.m. for their def. Bicentennial Flyers, 4-1; soccer quarterfinals begin ing a let (depending on Class 3A Region 2 quarter- ■ Sugarmill Woods def. today for the Crystal River who hit what final match. Meadowcrest Pirates, Citrus Hurricanes where) after “It’s been awhile since Aces, 3-2. and Lecanto Panthers. correcting an Citrus has been on the re- All players The Lady Pirates travel out call to an in gional stage, and we are must be at least to Gainesville for a 7 p.m. call. That has looking forward to making start against District 2A-5 changed with 50 years of age the most of it,” Citrus head champs Keystone Heights the new rule — or older with a coach Ian Feldt said. “Our for the Class 2A Region 2 the who and 3.0 to 3.5 rat- upperclassmen have been quarterfinal. what are gone. ing. Players waiting a long time to get Head coach Bill Reyes Chronicle file photo No more gray cannot be a here, and I expect them to helped lead his team to Crystal River’s Melissa Cang Cuesta, left, protects the area. You cor- team member be ready.” only its third regional ball against Lecanto’s Jordan Martin in a November game. rect the call, you and a sub. A player to watch in re- Eric berth in school history last lose the point. For informa- gionals is senior Deycasha van den Hoogen week. year’s regional quarterfi- the Panthers during the What stays the tion, email Miller, whose lone goal in “I’m truly proud of my nal loss to the Orange Park district tournament last same as always ON COURT the semifinals against Eu- chairwoman girls for getting to regionals Raiders. week. is being honest; stis propelled her team Sue Doherty at for the third time in four “We are excited to host Hamilton scored all after all, it is just a game. into the finals. [email protected]. years,” Reyes said. “This another regional quarter- three goals in Lecanto’s You can find the change Citrus, seeded No. 3 in year’s senior class broke final,” Lecanto head coach two wins of the tourna- in “Friend at Court” in part USTA Leagues the district, comes out of into regionals for the first Roselle Lattin said. “Last ment (2-0 over Gainesville 2 of The Code, section Mak- its 3A-6 district tourna- ■ 3.5 Adult 55+ Women: time in school history four year was a disappoint- and 1-0 over Springstead) ing Calls, paragraph 12. ment as the runner-up to Skyview def. Fort King, 3-0. years ago and closes their ment, losing in double while teammate and fel- “12. Out calls reversed. A champ Nature Coast, Record 2-0. careers in fitting fashion by overtime (2-1 to Orange low freshman goalkeeper player who calls a ball out which shut out the Lady ● April Manley/Ruth getting to regionals again Park). We hope to extend Meagan Houpt produced shall reverse the call if the ’Canes 3-0 in the final. Branson, 6-0, 6-4; (this year).” our season by winning the some of her best saves of player becomes uncertain The ’Canes went ● Senior Aubrie Menster first round.” the season to ensure her or realizes the ball was Jacqueline Bennett through Hernando and made a splash in the dis- Freshman Laura Hamil- team would retain its sec- good. The point goes to the /Marti Little, 6-4, 6-1; Eustis to get there, but trict tournament for the Pi- ton answered the call for ond district crown. opponent and is not re- ● Margie McLellanNelva couldn’t muster enough rates by scoring the tying played. However, when a Polich/Anne Finnin, 7-6, 7-5. shots on goal against the goal to put the Pirates in receiver reverses a fault 7.0 Adult 65+ Women will Sharks during the champi- 18 Hole Championship overtime against South call on a serve that hit the start Tuesday, Jan. 22. onship to take the title and GOLF AND Golf Course Sumter in the semifinals. net, the server is entitled For information in our earn homefield advantage COUNTRY COUNTRY Citrus Springs, FL Then three minutes into CLUB 1 to two serves.” District 4 (south), contact for regional play. CLUB Rated 4 ⁄ 2 Stars by Golf Digest OT, she scored the game- Another question was: Leigh Chak at 352-572- Lecanto is the only team winning goal, punching Who wins the point when a to earn such an advantage, 7157 or vacocala@gmail. the Pirates’ ticket to the January at “The Devil” player hits a ball around having come out of its dis- com or ustaflorida.com. championship game. the net post into the oppo- trict tournament as re- Seeded No. 2 in their $32 anytime $28 after 11am / $25 after 1pm nents court and opponent Tournaments peating 4A-4 champions. District 2A-6 tournament, The Lady Panthers will Prices include tax and cart. Good anytime through January 31, 2013. does not return shot? Must present this ad at check in. ■ Feb. 9 and 10: JCT the Lady Pirates took The player hitting the host their Class 4A Region Tournament of Champions home the consolation shot wins the point. If the 1 quarterfinal today at 7 Membership Single Annual Dues $1,250 at SMW. prize against No. 1 Trinity opponent returns shot, the p.m. against the visiting Special at Family Annual Dues $2,500 Deadline to register is Catholic, which shut out Devil” ball is in play and the point Rideview Panthers. “The Cart fee not included. 9 p.m. Feb. 6. and mercy-ruled Crystal Cart fee can be paid annually or per play basis. continues. The Lady Panthers de- ■ March 2 and 3: Sec- River in the second half of feated district rival It is always a good idea Call today or Go Online. ond annual Spring Classic the finals. Springstead 1-0 in a nail- to carry “Friend at Court” www.eldiablogolf.com 000DPFD Crystal River is one of in your tennis bag. You can at Crystal River High biter of a final. Tee times are going fast!! the few teams to force a Membership & Group Rates Available order it from by writing School. Lecanto hopes to erase second half against Trinity the bitter aftertaste of last USTA, 70 West Red Oak ■ 352-465-0986 352-465-0986 Toll Free 1-888-886-1309 ——— ——— Catholic, which has really Lane, White Plains, NY Eric van den Hoogen, turned some heads as a 10604, or calling (914) 696- Chronicle tennis colum- heavy state-title favorite in 7000 or (800) 990-8782 nist, can be reached at its respective class by reg- Players may also visit [email protected]. ularly mercy-ruling its op- USTA.com. When you go Picture yourself at online, find it under “Im- prove Your Game” and click on “Rules.” Citrus County Golf and Tuesday Women’s Monday, Team Tennis February 25, 2013 Country Club The women-only league is Sugarmill Woods geared toward players rated Country Club 3.0 to 3.5. If interested in play- For Golf & More ing or to captain a team, con- Registration 7:30 a.m. tact chairwoman Candace Shotgun 9 a.m. Charles at 352-563-5859 or $55 per lady golfer Candacecharles@tampabay. (includes cart, greens fees, rr.com. breakfast, luncheon, Citrus Area Senior auction and prizes) Ladies’ 3.0/3.5 Tuesday League Results for Jan. 8: ■ Pine Ridge Mustangs vs. Riverhaven Ospreys, 3-3; ■ Citrus Hills def. Meadow- crest Racquettes, 4-1; ■ Sugarmill Woods def. Crystal River, 3-2. Golfer Game Pack Results for Jan. 15: • Hire-A-Pro • Gimme Putt • Mulligan ■ Citrus Hills def. Pine M EMBER For more information call Vicki Budd 352-382-5216. Ridge Mustangs, 4-1; Registration forms available at www.womenofsugarmillwoods.com ■ Riverhaven Ospreys def. F OR A D AY Crystal River, 4-1; ■ Sugarmill Woods def. 000DMIW P RICES Meadowcrest Racquettes, 4-0. To play in this league, a B EFORE 11:30 AM - $34 player must be at least 50 years of age or older, with a B EFORE 2:30 PM - $23 3.0 to 3.5 rating. The league is always looking for players A FTER 2:30 PM - $15 to sub for teams. For information, contact ADD 6% SALES TAX chairwoman Lucy Murphy at [email protected] or 352-527-4239. Call 795-2100 To Make A Tee Time Thursday Morning Citrus Area P RACTICE M AKES P ERFECT Doubles League Results for Jan. 17: L ARGE B UCKET OF R ANGE B ALLS $5 OR Rained out. PURCHASE A M ULTI B UCKET R ANGE P ASS AND SAVE For information, contact chairwoman Diane Halloran A WARD W INNING G OLF I NSTRUCTION at 352-527-7763 or tdhfla@ tampabay.rr.com C ALL M ARY S LINKARD AT 352-302-7965 Ladies on the Court S EASONAL AND S HORT T ERM M EMBERSHIPS A VAILABLE Results for Jan. 17: Bar- R ESTAURANT - DAILY LUNCH SPECIALS UNTIL 3 PM bara S., Barbara M and Donna as well as Mary, Kelley and Marie. Golf and Country Club Ladies on The Court play at 8:30 a.m. Thursdays at Le is located in Crystal River Grone Park courts in Crystal behind the River. Bring a new can of balls Crystal River Airport and 50 cents. Two out of three tiebreak sets are played. [email protected] 000DS6M 000DTNB B4 WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2013 SCOREBOARD CITRUS COUNTY (FL) CHRONICLE
Parkview Lanes CITRUS COUNTY WOMEN’S TOURNAMENT: ’Canes hit shot to Additional squads have been added for the an- LOTTERY nual GCUSBC Women’s Tourney. In addition to Florida the 9 a.m., 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. squads Feb. 9 and 10, 1 p.m. squads are available Feb. 2 and 3. Here are the winning numbers selected Entry forms are available at all Citrus County best Bears in 2OT bowling centers. Tuesday in the Florida Lottery: VALENTINE’S 7-9-8 NOTAP MIXED DOU- But Citrus refused to throw in the BLES TOURNEY/PARTY: Sunday, Feb. 17, is CASH 3 (early) towel. Mitchell Ellis (11 points) hit a the date of the Valentine’s Mixed Doubles tour- 0 - 8 - 7 Presnick sinks shot ney. The format is 7-9-8 NoTap, preceded by a CASH 3 (late) trifecta to bring the ’Canes(13-7, 5-2) luncheon at 1 p.m. Grant’s Tunes (Donny and 4 - 7 - 5 within three at 61-58. Robinson (27 Carol) will provide music throughout the after- for Citrus to win PLAY 4 (early) points) put the Bears back up with a noon. Reservations must be made by Wednes- JOE KORNECKI III bucket to increase their lead to five. day, Feb. 13. 4 - 9 - 8 - 6 League and tournament scores for the PLAY 4 (late) Correspondent However, the ’Canes battled back. week ending Jan. 20: 3 - 5 - 6 - 1 Pryor scored the next six points, giv- MONDAY NIGHT SPECIAL: Handicap: Charlie FANTASY 5 INVERNESS — The Citrus Hurri- ing the ’Canes the lead 64-63 with 15.7 Caruso 281; Chris Carr 278, 729; Sean Fugere 15 - 20 - 23 - 29 - 35 canes boys basketball team defeated seconds remaining. A bad Citrus foul 731; Cheryl Shafer 296, 772; Stacy Christopher district opponent Brooksville Central behind the arc put Stokes at the 258; K.C. Cridland 762. Scratch: Chris Carr 278, MEGA MONEY 729; Sean Fugere 248, 731; K C Cridland 237, 17 - 19 - 23 - 35 78-76 on Tuesday night when Kyle stripe, and he knocked down all three 708; Dorine Fugere 228; Stacy Christopher 557. MEGA BALL Presnick’s basket ripped the net as free throws for a 66-64 Bears advan- PRESERVE PINBUSTERS: Handicap: Emile 21 time expired in the second overtime tage. Guay 246, 659; Nick Weaver 240, 676; Lucy to lift the ’Canes to a thrilling victory. But Citrus struck again. When Ellis Smallwood 243; Joyce Swarm 237; Lorraine Guay 670; Jan Miller 665. Scratch: Jeff Koch “We spent a lot of the game trail- was fouled intentionally with 1.6 sec- 237; Emile Guay 220, 581; Larry Kirk 596; Joyce ing,” Citrus head coach Tom Dens- onds left, he knocked down both free Swarm 175, 464; Lucy Smallwood 175; Sharon On the AIRWAVES more said. “We had to score at the end throws, sending the game into a sec- Mason 172; Jan Miller 479. of regulation to get to overtime. It was ond overtime tied at 66-66 all. SUNCOAST SENIORS: Handicap: Art Trebon a low-scoring game that became a 250; Shorty Williams 246; Allan Gobbi 676; TODAY’S SPORTS In the second overtime, with Citrus Marty Suehowicz 663; June Williams 222, 608; COLLEGE BASKETBALL high-scoring game ... and we finally leading 73-72, Jemarcus Hayes as- Barb Steffen 220; Marylou Halovich 604. 7 p.m. (ESPN) Duke at Miami put them away. We needed that dis- sisted to Robinson for the basket un- Scratch: Art Trebon 198; Marty Suehowicz 195, 7:30 p.m. (ESPN2) Texas Christian at West Virginia trict win badly.” derneath to give the Bears a one-point 558; Don Gonczi 557; Barb Steffen 161, 420; Daniel Robinson hit two free lead. But Pryor struck followed with a June Williams 153, 401. 8 p.m. (38 MNT) Florida at Georgia throws to give the Bears (4-14 overall, bucket for a 75-74 lead. LATE STARTERS: Handicap: David Rogers 9 p.m. (ESPN) Georgia Tech at North Carolina 1-6 district) a 55-53 lead with 14.3 sec- With the ’Canes leading 76-74 after 282; Rich Murdock 257, 740; Gordon Fay 660; GOLF Marilyn Seymour 269, 691; Joan Cothern 244, onds remaining in the game; however, an Ellis free throw, it was the Bears’ 647. Scratch: David Rogers 256, 282; Ted 5 a.m. (GOLF) European PGA Tour: Commercialbank Qatar Citrus refused to lose. turn to hit clutch free throws. Robinson Rafanan 232, 623; Marilyn Seymour 212, 520; Masters, First Round Devin Pryor (35 points, 8 steals) was sunk both to knot the game at 76 apiece, Joan Cothern 189; Sandy LePree 484. 6 a.m. (GOLF) European PGA Tour: Commercialbank Qatar WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEN: Handicap: Jeff fouled on the arm with 0.2 seconds re- setting up Presnick’s dramatic game- Koch 318; Brian Carney 318; Larry Fritz 305; Masters, First Round maining, and he had to hit two clutch winning basket from the top of the key. Joe Barrera 849; Sean Fugere 765. Scratch: NBA free throws under pressure to send The gym erupted in cheers, as Cit- Brian Carney 299; Jeff Koch 288; Joe Barrera 7:30 p.m. (SUN) Toronto Raptors at Miami Heat the game into overtime. He did it, rus walked off with a 78-76 victory. 771; Sean Fugere 756; Tim Lawrence 752. NHL WOMEN’S TRIO: Handicap: Virginia Vineyard sending the game into overtime tied at Presnick hit three 3-pointers in all 251; Carol Vandyke 234; Dianna Kirk 661; Mar- 7:30 p.m. (NBCSPT) Boston Bruins at New York Rangers 55 apiece. for an 11-point total. Randy Lynn was ilyn Seymour 653. Scratch: Virginia Vineyard TENNIS In the first overtime, Central’s Joey in double figures with 11 points. Ben 187; Maggie Savarese 166, 463; Marilyn Sey- 2 p.m. (ESPN2) Australian Open: Men’s and women’s Stokes (25 points, including six 3- Janicki had six points off the bench in mour 485. pointers) hit a basket to give Central a GOOD TIME BOWLERS: Handicap: Dave Mes- quarterfinals (Taped) the first half. senger 237, 629; Rocky Sincore 227, 629; 9:30 p.m. (ESPN2) Australian Open: Women’s semifinals 57-55 lead. He followed it with a 3- “I just made the shot,” Presnick Gaynor Stoner 622; Dorothy Larson 239, 628; 3:30 a.m. (ESPN2) Australian Open: Men’s first semifinal pointer for a six-point lead with 2:23 said. “I missed half the season ... and I Carole Pilaske 238, 662. Scratch: Dave Mes- remaining. From this point, the Bears was happy to be out there and win a senger 199, 515; Rocky Sincore 190, 515; Ca- appeared in control. game for my team.” role Pilaske 168, 452; Pat Stoner 167; Barb Note: Times and channels are subject to change at the McNally 448. discretion of the network. If you are unable to locate a game HOLDER HOTSHOTS: Handicap: Eddie Cor- on the listed channel, please contact your cable provider. bitt 350, 864; Gary Brown 322; Jim Van Gilder 798; Pat Combs 276, 738; Elaine Wiltse 259; Andrea Kish 716. Scratch: Eddie Corbitt 278, 648; Gary Brown 254; Jim Van Gilder 630; June CALENDAR Reynolds leads Pirates Williams 171; Pat Combs 167; Andrea Kish 437; Prep Carolyn Handley 436. SANDY OAKS: Handicap: Lenny Dexter 281, 717; Tom Crossman 246; Jeff Boone 665; Kathy TODAY’S PREP SPORTS Slader 269, 709; Karen Benefiel 245; Juanita GIRLS BASKETBALL past Tigers on home court Payne 690. Scratch: Lenny Dexter 224, 546; Jim 7 p.m. Wildwood at Lecanto LARRY BUGG McQuillan 196; Bob Iverson 246, 532; Karen GIRLS SOCCER Benefiel 154,410; Kathy Slader 151; Juanita Correspondent CHS girls basketball Payne 336. FHSAA regional quarterfinals PARKVIEW OWLS: Handicap: K.E. Conrad team continues winning 7 p.m. Ridgeview at Lecanto CRYSTAL RIVER — It was Ty 282, 747; Shorty Williams 266; David Rogers 7 p.m. Citrus at Eastside Citrus High School girls added an- 748; Sherry Hiller 265, 729; Rosemary Burdick Reynolds’ night and he did what he 264, 736. Scratch: K.E. Conrad 246, 639; Ted 7 p.m. Crystal River at Keystone Heights usually does on the basketball court. other win to its overall record by beating Rafanan 235; Wes Foley 609; Rosemary Bur- GIRLS WEIGHTLIFTING The 6-foot-1 Crystal River High Nature Coast 74-48 on Tuesday night in dick 207, 565; Myla Wexler 200; Michele Shirley 3 p.m. Citrus in sectional qualifying meet at River Ridge a non-district game. 544. School junior point guard scored 17 BOWLERS OF THE WEEK: Cheryl Shafer, 142 WRESTLING points and grabbed five rebounds, Leading the Lady Hurricanes was pins over her average, and Eddie Corbitt, 204 6:30 p.m. Dunnellon at Crystal River leading the Pirates to a 51-36 victory Shenelle Toxen with 21 points. Sinking pins over his average. against Dunnellon. 12 points each were Micah Jenkins and Reynolds was honored before the Shally Morales. game after scoring his 1,000th career Citrus (18-5 overall, 7-1 district) will point in a recent game against Her- play South Sumter at 7 p.m. Thursday Lecanto routs Seven Rivers, 53-33 nando High School. He was given the at home. game ball. — From staff reports SEAN ARNOLD “We didn’t do a very good Gage in the second half,” Vi- “It feels magnificent,” Reynolds Correspondent job of boxing out and posi- lardi said. “I thought our en- said of scoring his 1,000th point. “We tioning in the second half,” tire team played great played good. The first time we played, time. LECANTO — A combina- Seven Rivers coach Jim defense and ended each they beat us by five. I guess we showed Dunnellon threatened to make it a tion of woeful shooting by Ervin said. “It’s tough to win possession with good re- them who’s boss. Seventeen (points) is game by sinking 11 point compared to Seven Rivers Christian and any game going 12-of-50 bounding.” good. I try to score more to get more Crystal River’s 10 points in the third superior second-half re- from the floor. I don’t think Seven Rivers won the bat- exposure from colleges. But I had quarter. Desmond Frazier and Andre bounding and foul-shooting Lecanto did anything spe- tle at the boards in the first Sam Franklin and he did well tonight. Hairston hit five points apiece for the by Lecanto helped lift the cial. It was just one of those quarter and held an 11-3 ad- I’m not going to try to force them.” Tigers. Panthers boys basketball nights where we didn’t vantage with a minute re- The Pirates coach is happy to leave “They really play a flat man-to- squad to a 53-33 victory at knock down open looks. maining in the opening the ball in Reynolds’ hands. man,” the Crystal River coach said. the Warrior gym Tuesday. “We played well early and period. “He is a scoring point guard,” Crys- “We struggled for awhile against the Consecutive baskets by we should of had a lead at But bolstered by a strong tal River head coach Steve Feldman 1-2-2 defense they used in the third Seven Rivers freshman Zac halftime, but didn’t. If any- second-quarter perform- said. “We want him to be a volume quarter.” Saxer narrowed the Lecanto one watched the game, it ance by senior forward shooter, because Ty can create his But the Pirates restored order in (14-6) lead to 33-29 with 4:20 was closer than a 20-point Robert Vega (10 rebounds), own shots. He can take his shots off the fourth quarter, outscoring their to play in the game, but the game.” who had six rebounds and the dribble. He gets to the line. He av- foes 15-8. Damien Westfall led the Pi- Warriors (9-8) — who were Sawyer, who connected five points in the quarter, erages getting to the line 10 times a rates with six points. 12-for-50 from the field and on a 3, was hot from all the Panthers bounced back game. He averages 22 points, seven re- The Pirates played somewhat 5-of-13 at the foul line — points on the court to lead in outscoring the Warriors bounds and four assists. He is starting cleanly, only turning the ball over six were forced to foul down the the game with 17 points. 15-3 in the period to lead 20- to get some looks from some northern and committing nine personal fouls. stretch and never mustered “With (senior) Richie Ri- 16 at halftime. schools. He’s good student, level- The Pirates head coach loved his enough offense from that zollo being out, we have to “Robert Vega played phe- headed kid. He’s a joy to coach.” team’s defensive play. point on to rally its way back rely on Darius,” Lecanto nomenal tonight, rebound- Reynolds had some help as 6-foot-5 “Any time you give up just 36 points into the game. coach Frank Vilardi said. ing and defending,” Vilardi post player Sam Franklin scored 13 you have to be real happy,” Feldman Meanwhile, Lecanto got “He’s the next guy up for us said. “(Senior center) Geof- points and grabbed nine rebounds in said. “I told them that at halftime. seven fourth-quarter points and he did exactly what we frey Ruiz (seven rebounds, the non-district game. They didn’t get a ton of clean looks. I apiece from sophomore Dar- needed him to do.” three steals) and (sopho- Crystal River (9-10 overall) took an thought they never got into any kind of ius Sawyer and junior guard Senior point guard Matt more forward) Brandon 11-4 first-quarter lead as Reynolds hit flow. We challenged shots. I thought Thomas Vilardi (two steals) Michelet was Lecanto’s Burich did as well. That’s six points. The Pirates went on to we also limited them. Defensively, I to deliver the knockout. other double-digit scorer what they do — rebound the outscore the Tigers 15-13 in the sec- was very happy. This team can be ex- The Warriors scored with 11 points, and Warriors ball — and they did a great ond quarter for a 26-17 lead at half- plosive at times.” seven of the game’s first 10 junior Adam Gage had an job.” points in the third period off night while managing a Lecanto celebrates senior before a dunk by Sawyer team-high 11 points. night Thursday against (48th minute), Rudy Salazar (56th late in the quarter kick- “You’ve got to give (junior Dunnellon at 7:30 p.m., minute) and Beagan in the second started 11 unanswered guard) Connor Dupler a lot while Seven Rivers plays at CITRUS half put the game handily out of points by the Panthers. of credit for how he covered South Sumter that night. Continued from Page B1 reach. In fact, the ’Canes seemed to lay back and milk their impressive Defender Justin Carnivale brought lead for the last 40 minutes. just starting. Gainesville’s for seven years and Tuesday Citrus into halftime up by four goals Citrus head coach Phil Journey LECANTO Zak Woodward beat Stevens night was his first-ever ap- with his 17th minute penalty kick goal. wasn’t impressed with some aspects while Lecanto sophomore pearance in a penalty-kick Citrus completely owned a very of his teams’ play despite the clean Continued from Page B1 Evan Chapman was finish. He admitted he was “chippy” Leopard team, whose one sheet win, but was pleased to move stonewalled by Moseley. a little nervous, but then major accomplishment of the game forward to the next challenge. let that happen again,” said With the score 3-2 in favor of settled down. was to disrupt the ’Canes from a “We had some good passing,” Jour- an exhausted Rice after- Lecanto, Ciao De Silva “After that first and sec- mercy-rule victory in the first half ney said. “We didn’t play spectacular. ward. “I made one under knotted it 3-3 beating ond save, it gave me some which Citrus seemed poised to do. We had some great headers lead by big pressure already, but I Stevens. confidence,” Stevens said. With strong showings in the back- Tyler Beagan. Overall, it was a very knew this was the game I It was then left on the “Then it was just praying field by Beagan, Carnivale and Noah mediocre game. had to make it; there was no shoulders of Rice and he that my teammates would MacGinnis, Hernando struggled to “It got us on to the next one,” he other choice.” delivered. pull through for me.” muster any form of an offensive added. The Hurricanes won the Rice and the four other The Panthers (11-7-3) will threat. Citrus outshot Hernando 14-3 Citrus’ next opponent will be the first 10-minute overtime Lecanto seniors — Summa, practice this afternoon and in the game. winner of the No. 4 Weeki Wachee vs. session in terms of control- Scott Stearns, John Swan- return to Ocala on Thurs- Goals from Citrus’ Jake Thatcher No. 5 Tavares quarterfinal game. ling the game while the sec- der and Luis Lieva — were day for the 7 p.m. District ond session was a draw. appreciative of the sopho- 4A-4 semifinal contest Lecanto’s sophomore more’s effort in the net. against the undefeated host goalkeeper, Ryan Stevens, “That is really an exciting school Forest (18-0-2). Dur- in the first quarter, finished with a set the tone in the penalty- thing,” Stevens said. “My ing the regular season, For- WARRIORS game-high 24. Andrea Zachar scored 13. saves gave the seniors an- est defeated Lecanto both Richards paced Lecanto with 19 points. kick session. After giving up Continued from Page B1 the first goal to other day to play and a shot times 1-0. “We had spurts of (success with the Gainesville’s Grant Phillips, at a district championship.” “I’m ready to get back and press), but not everyone is on the Stevens made back-to-back “What more can you ask play them again,” Rice said. But Seven Rivers scored the final same page,” Lecanto coach Brittany saves on Ryan Turner and for?” asked Rice “(Stevens) “The rest of the team is four of the half to lead 34-20 at the Szunko said. “We’re working on get- Bryce Nesbit. Lecanto had saved a penalty kick that re- ready. We want it.” break. Then the Warriors put it away ting all minds clicking at the same a 3-1 lead thanks to Michael ally secured the win for us “We get another shot. with a 16-3 third-quarter onslaught. The time. We were very spotty tonight. Summa, Jimmy Carr and and had a shutout for 100 That is all we can ask for,” Zachar sisters, Alexis and Andrea, We’re looking for a core group we can Chad Howard making their minutes. You couldn’t ask Lecanto head coach Doug sparked the run by scoring six and four count on. goals. for a better keeper.” Warren said. “To be the best points apiece. “We’re trying to get a little more The drama though was Stevens has been a goalie you have to bet the best.” Alexis Zachar, who scored 11 points fight, a little more pride.” CITRUS COUNTY (FL) CHRONICLE SPORTS WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2013 B5 NBA standings EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division Pistons outmuscle Magic 105-90 W L Pct GB New York 25 14 .641 — Associated Press back wins at home for the first time Brooklyn 25 16 .610 1 Boston 20 21 .488 6 this season and send Boston to its Philadelphia 17 25 .405 9½ AUBURN HILS, Mich. — season-high fourth straight loss. Toronto 15 26 .366 11 Jason Maxiell, Andre Drum- Irving shot 16 for 24 — setting a Southeast Division mond and Greg Monroe com- career high for field goals made — W L Pct GB Miami 26 12 .684 — bined for 38 points and 28 and fell one point short of his career- rebounds, and the Detroit Pis- Atlanta 23 18 .561 4½ best scoring total, set at New York on Orlando 14 27 .341 13½ tons pulled away to beat the un- Dec. 15. Charlotte 10 31 .244 17½ dersized Orlando Magic 105-90 Washington 9 30 .231 17½ Tuesday night. Bucks 110, 76ers 102 Central Division Brandon Knight led Detroit W L Pct GB with 18 points, while Monroe MILWAUKEE — Ersan Ilyasova Indiana 26 16 .619 — had 27 points and 16 rebounds, Chicago 24 16 .600 1 scored 16 and Drummond and Milwaukee 22 18 .550 3 Maxiell each had 11 points and Brandon Jennings scored 25 points Detroit 16 25 .390 9½ 11 rebounds. and the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Cleveland 11 32 .256 15½ The Pistons also finished with Philadelphia 76ers 110-102. WESTERN CONFERENCE Monta Ellis added 18 points and Southwest Division a 16-6 edge in offensive rebounds W L Pct GB against the Magic, who had their 10 assists for Milwaukee, which has San Antonio 33 11 .750 — size issues magnified when Glen won six of eight games since Jim Memphis 26 14 .650 5 Davis was benched for much of Boylan replaced former coach Scott Houston 22 21 .512 10½ Associated Press Dallas 18 24 .429 14 the second half after taking 15 Skiles, who parted ways with the first-half shots and grabbing just Detroit Pistons guard Will Bynum, left, drives to the basket past New Orleans 14 27 .341 17½ team following a season-worst four- Northwest Division three rebounds. He attempted Orlando Magic center Nikola Vucevic in the second half of Tuesday’s game in Detroit. The Pistons defeated the Magic 105-90. game losing streak. W L Pct GB just one shot the rest of the way Oklahoma City 32 9 .780 — Evan Turner scored 23 points to and finished with 11 points. Denver 25 18 .581 8 J.J. Redick was Orlando’s Cavaliers 95, Celtics 90 Cavaliers in a 95-90 victory over the lead the 76ers, Spencer Hawes Utah 22 19 .537 10 added 21 points and 12 rebounds, Portland 20 21 .488 12 biggest threat, scoring 26 points Boston Celtics. CLEVELAND — Kyrie Irving and Nick Young scored had 20 Minnesota 17 21 .447 13½ on 9-for-10 shooting — including Irving scored 11 points in the final Pacific Division 5 for 6 on 3-pointers. Jameer Nel- scored 15 of his 40 points in the points. Philadelphia lost its fifth W L Pct GB son added 14 points and nine fourth quarter, including several key 2:33 on four layups and three free straight on the road, and 15th in its L.A. Clippers 32 10 .762 — rebounds. late baskets, to lead the Cleveland throws to give Cleveland back-to- last 21 overall. Golden State 25 15 .625 6 L.A. Lakers 17 24 .415 14½ Sacramento 16 26 .381 16 Phoenix 13 28 .317 18½ Monday’s Games Indiana 82, Memphis 81 New Orleans 114, Sacramento 105 Kansas Atlanta 104, Minnesota 96 Houston 100, Charlotte 94 Lighting-quick shift Brooklyn 88, New York 85 Golden State 106, L.A. Clippers 99 San Antonio 90, Philadelphia 85 downs Chicago 95, L.A. Lakers 83 Washington 98, Portland 95 Tuesday’s Games Cleveland 95, Boston 90 Detroit 105, Orlando 90 Kansas Milwaukee 110, Philadelphia 102 Oklahoma City at L.A. Clippers, late Wednesday’s Games Atlanta at Charlotte, 7 p.m. Toronto at Miami, 7:30 p.m. State Detroit at Chicago, 8 p.m. Denver at Houston, 8 p.m. L.A. Lakers at Memphis, 8 p.m. Associated Press Brooklyn at Minnesota, 8 p.m. New Orleans at San Antonio, 8:30 p.m. MANHATTAN, Kan. — Washington at Utah, 9 p.m. Travis Releford scored 12 Indiana at Portland, 10 p.m. points and No. 3 Kansas Phoenix at Sacramento, 10 p.m. Oklahoma City at Golden State, 10:30 p.m. held off No. 11 Kansas Thursday’s Games State down the stretch for Toronto at Orlando, 7 p.m. a 59-55 victory Tuesday New York at Boston, 8 p.m. night that gave the Jay- L.A. Clippers at Phoenix, 10:30 p.m. hawks sole possession of first place in the Big 12. NHL standings Ben McLemore and Jeff EASTERN CONFERENCE Withey added 11 points Atlantic Division each for the Jayhawks (17- GP W L OT Pts GF GA 1, 5-0), who pushed their New Jersey 2 2 0 0 4 5 1 nation-leading winning Pittsburgh 2 2 0 0 4 9 4 N.Y. Islanders 2 1 1 0 2 5 5 streak to 16 games and N.Y. Rangers 2 0 2 0 0 4 9 ended the Wildcats’ 12- Philadelphia 3 0 3 0 0 3 11 game home winning streak. Northeast Division Shane Southwell scored GP W L OT Pts GF GA Boston 2 2 0 0 4 5 2 a career-high 19 points for Associated Press Buffalo 2200 47 3 Kansas State (15-3, 4-1). Tampa Bay Lightning goalie Mathieu Garon eyes the puck as teammate Eric Brewer, center, takes the Ottawa 2 2 0 0 4 8 1 No. 13 Carolina Hurricanes’ Jeff Skinner, right, out of the play during the third period of Tuesday’s game in Raleigh, Montreal 2 1 1 0 2 5 3 N.C. Garon had 36 saves in the Lightning’s 4-1 win. Toronto 2 1 1 0 2 3 3 Michigan St. 49, Southeast Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Wisconsin 47 Tampa Bay 3 2 1 0 4 13 8 Tampa Bay tops Carolina Hurricanes 4-1 Winnipeg 3 1 1 1 3 6 8 MADISON, Wis. — Keith Ap- Florida 3120 26 9 pling scored 19 points and Associated Press lockout-shortened season — and new made 24 saves for his 120th NHL Carolina 2 0 2 0 0 2 9 Branden Dawson added 18 to Washington 2 0 2 0 0 5 10 Washington boss Adam Oates’ NHL shutout, Ilya Kovalchuk scored on a lead No. 13 Michigan State to a WESTERN CONFERENCE RALEIGH, N.C. — Keith Aulie head coaching career — Ovechkin short-handed penalty shot, and the Central Division 49-47 victory over Wisconsin. scored the momentum-shifting doesn’t have a goal, the Capitals have Devils won their home opener in front GP W L OT Pts GF GA Mike Bruesewitz led Wis- Chicago 2 2 0 0 4 11 6 goal that propelled the Tampa Bay been outscored 10-5, and their oppo- of an enthusiastic sellout crowd with a consin (13-6, 4-2 Big Ten) Nashville 3 1 0 2 4 8 8 Lightning past the Carolina Hurri- nents are 5 for 12 on power plays. victory over the winless Flyers. St. Louis 2 2 0 0 4 10 3 with 10 points. canes 4-1 on Tuesday night. Andrew Ladd and Jim Slater also Travis Zajac and David Clarkson Columbus 2 1 0 1 3 6 6 Tom Pyatt and Cory Conacher Detroit 3 1 2 0 2 5 11 No. 14 Ohio St. 72, scored, and Tobias Enstrom had three scored first-period goals for the de- Northwest Division scored early goals, Ryan Malone assists for Winnipeg (1-1-1), which fending Eastern Conference champi- Iowa 63 added a power-play tally, and Vin- GP W L OT Pts GF GA outshot the Capitals 39-34. ons, 2-0. Minnesota 3 2 1 0 4 6 5 cent Lecavalier had two assists. COLUMBUS, Ohio — De- The Flyers dropped to 0-3, matching Edmonton 1 1 0 0 2 3 2 shaun Thomas, who missed The Lightning pulled away with Stars 2, Red Wings 1 Vancouver 2 0 1 1 1 5 10 their worst start since they also lost Calgary 2 0 2 0 0 5 9 part of the second half with a two goals in the third period. DETROIT — Michael Ryder scored Jeff Skinner scored a power their first three games in the lockout- Colorado 1 0 1 0 0 2 4 cut above his eye, scored 16 in the first and third periods, and Kari Pacific Division play goal for the Hurricanes, who shortened 1995 season. points and No. 14 Ohio State Lehtonen came within 3.4 seconds of GP W L OT Pts GF GA built a big lead and then held had their home opener spoiled by Canadiens 4, Panthers 1 Anaheim 2 2 0 0 4 12 7 a shutout in the Stars’ win over the Dallas 3 2 1 0 4 6 5 on to beat Iowa 72-63. Tampa Bay for the second straight season. Red Wings. MONTREAL — Andrei Markov San Jose 1 1 0 0 2 4 1 Thomas, the Big Ten’s lead- Lehtonen made 39 saves, but al- scored two goals, his first in two sea- Los Angeles 1 0 1 0 0 2 5 ing scorer at 21 points per Jets 4, Capitals 2 Phoenix 2 0 2 0 0 7 10 lowed Damien Brunner’s first career sons, and Alex Galchenyuk had the NOTE: Two points for a win, one point for over- game, sat out about 3 minutes WASHINGTON — Evander Kane goal in the final seconds. Ryder had first of his NHL career to help the time loss. while an open cut over his and Blake Wheeler each provided a already added an insurance goal with Canadiens beat the Panthers 4-1. Monday’s Games right eye was bandaged. goal and an assist, and the Winnipeg 14:26 to play. Tomas Plekanec also scored for Boston 2, Winnipeg 1, SO St. Louis 4, Nashville 3, SO Wake Forest 86, Jets suddenly transformed into an of- Detroit’s Jimmy Howard had 30 Montreal (1-1-0), while Rafael Diaz Detroit 4, Columbus 3, SO fensive juggernaut, beating Alex saves — including 16 in the second and Max Pacioretty each had two N.Y. Islanders 4, Tampa Bay 3 No. 18 Ovechkin’s struggling Capitals 4-2 to period — to keep his team in it. assists. Buffalo 2, Toronto 1 N.C. State 84 end Washington’s 10-game winning Tomas Kopecky scored for Florida Ottawa 4, Florida 0 Devils 3, Flyers 0 Anaheim 5, Calgary 4 WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — streak in home openers. (1-2-0), which was coming off a 4-0 Tuesday’s Games Freshman Devin Thomas had Two games and two losses into the NEWARK, N.J. — Martin Brodeur loss in Ottawa on Monday night. Winnipeg 4, Washington 2 Tampa Bay 4, Carolina 1 a season-high 25 points, 14 Montreal 4, Florida 1 rebounds and four blocks to New Jersey 3, Philadelphia 0 help Wake Forest upset No. meet No. 4-seeded David Ferrer. sence of 11-time major winner Dallas 2, Detroit 1 18 North Carolina State 86-84. DJOKOVIC Ferrer survived a quarterfinal Rafael Nadal, felt a responsibility Nashville 3, Minnesota 1 St. Louis at Chicago, late Travis McKie added 16 battle with fellow Spaniard Nico- to reach the semis. Continued from Page B1 las Almagro. Almagro had three “It was (a) miracle I won this Los Angeles at Colorado, late points for the Demon Dea- San Jose at Edmonton, late chances to serve for the match, but match,” Ferrer said of his come- cons (10-8, 3-3 Atlantic Coast Wednesday’s Games “It was a great performance. I Ferrer broke each time. back 4-6, 4-6, 7-5, 7-6 (4), 6-2 win. “I Toronto at Pittsburgh, 7 p.m. Conference), including two was hoping to have a shorter A usually mild-mannered pro, tried to fight every point; that’s my Boston at N.Y. Rangers, 7:30 p.m. free throws with 3.4 seconds match ... just not to go over 5 Ferrer showed his aggression at game. I always fight.” Calgary at Vancouver, 10 p.m. left that helped Wake Forest Columbus at Phoenix, 10 p.m. hours,” Djokovic said, in a com- times when he threatened to spike Ferrer survived once in the third Thursday’s Games hold on down the stretch in a paratively subdued mood after a his racket and even smashed his set and twice in the fourth when N.Y. Islanders at Toronto, 7 p.m. wild final 4 1/2 minutes. considerably more routine victory. water bottle in the changeover Almagro was serving for the match, N.Y. Rangers at Philadelphia, 7 p.m. N.C. State led by 16 points Montreal at Washington, 7 p.m. “It’s always going to be tough after he’d dropped serve in a frus- but held his nerve and finally ad- Buffalo at Carolina, 7 p.m. in the first half and 12 at half- against Tomas; he’s an established trating fourth set that featured vanced to his third semifinal in the Ottawa at Florida, 7:30 p.m. time only to see the Demon player. He has a big game, big eight breaks of serve. last four Grand Slam events. Nashville at St. Louis, 8 p.m. Deacons rally and push ahead serve. He can compete against He’d never lost to Almagro in 12 “In the important moments, I Chicago at Dallas, 8:30 p.m. Columbus at Colorado, 9 p.m. to their own 10-point lead. anyone on any surface.” previous meetings and, as the No. played more consistent in my Los Angeles at Edmonton, 9:30 p.m. No. 22 Missouri 71, In the semifinals, Djokovic will 1 Spaniard in the draw in the ab- game,” Ferrer said. Phoenix at San Jose, 10:30 p.m. South Carolina 65 COLUMBIA, Mo. — level,” he said. “I feel we’ll defi- what,” said Varnadore, who men- At Palmetto, Varnadore oper- Earnest Ross and Jabari COACH nitely contend for district titles, tioned 6-foot-4 Pirates sopho- ated as a recruiting coordinator and my goal is for us to not just more receiver Sam Franklin and with a focus on helping student Brown hit key 3-pointers in Continued from Page B1 make the playoffs, but to be com- junior standout Ty Reynolds. athletes find a place at Division II the final 1:11 and No. 22 Mis- petitive at that level when we get “That helps provide excitement and III colleges, which bodes well souri overcame 5-for-27 Crystal River last made the there.” for the fans and it gets the most for Crystal River football players shooting from long range and playoffs in 2008 as a district run- Varnadore expects his de- exposure for the kids and will seeking to play at the next level. a 13-point second-half deficit ner-up under former head coach fenses to swarm to the ball with allow us to play to our strengths.” “I’m a believer that if a player to beat South Carolina 71-65. George Arscott, whose record was an attacking, aggressive style. He Varnadore got his start as a jun- has goals and works hard and Ross had a career-best 21 20-12 at the school, and won a dis- explained his offenses will have ior coach for Carson-Newman does the things we ask, (he) can points and Brown had 17 for trict title under Anthony Paradiso multiple looks, citing the need to College, a Division II Baptist lib- play in college somewhere,” Var- Missouri (14-4, 3-2 South- in 2007 with a 9-3 overall record. shape systems around the ability eral arts college in Jefferson City, nadore said. “Kids want to know eastern Conference), which is Varnadore described the Pi- and strengths of the players. Tenn., where he worked under how they can benefit, so you don’t 11-0 at home this season and rates as a sleeping giant. “My core belief, offensively, is head coach Ken Sparks, a winner want to waste their time. If you’re has won 12 straight at the “I think Crystal River has a lot that you need to get the ball to of more than 300 games and five realistic from day one, they’ll play Mizzou Arena. of potential to go to the next your playmakers, no matter national championships. hard for you.” ENTERTAINMENTPage B6 - WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2013
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Smith joins ■ To verify the accuracy of past winners including Bob winning lottery numbers, Dylan, Arthur Miller, Chinua players should double-check Achebe and Robert Redford. the numbers printed above The prize, from silent film with numbers officially stars Dorothy and Lillian posted by the Florida Gish, comes with $300,000. Lottery. Go to www. As an actress, Smith has ap- flalottery.com, or call 850- peared on TV in “Nurse 487-7777. Jackie” and “The West Wing” and in films including “The American President,” “The Today in Human Stain,” “Life Sup- HISTORY port” and “Rachel Getting Married.” Among her other honors Today is Wednesday, Jan. 23, are a MacArthur Foundation the 23rd day of 2013. There are “genius grant,” two Tony 342 days left in the year. Award nominations, an Obie Today’s Highlight: and a Drama Desk Award. On Jan. 23, 1973, President Her writings include the book Richard Nixon announced an ac- “Talk to Me: Listening Be- cord had been reached to end the tween the Lines and Letters Vietnam War, and would be to a Young Artist.” formally signed four days later| in Paris. ‘Karate Kid’ dad wants On this date: to build zipline In 1789, Georgetown University AP Photos/Jacquelyn Martin, Pablo Martinez Monsivais was established in present-day LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. — First lady Michelle Obama arrives at the Inaugural Ball in Washington on Jan. 21, 2009, left, and Washington, D.C. The father of “Karate Kid” on Jan. 21, 2013. She made it a fashion tradition Monday night, wearing a custom-made Jason In 1845, Congress decided all actor Ralph Macchio wants to Wu gown to the inaugural balls. national elections would be held build a 3,500-foot-long zip line on the first Tuesday after the first ride from an Adirondack Monday in November. mountaintop to his tourist Michelle Obama wears Wu to the balls again In 1932, New York Gov. ranch in upstate New York. Franklin D. Roosevelt announced The Adirondack Daily SAMANTHA percent sure she was going to modern — very modern — his candidacy for the Democratic Enterprise reported that CRITCHELL wear it until she came out menswear, but he launched presidential nomination. Wild West Ranch owner AP fashion writer with it on at Inauguration. “I womenswear in 2011. He was In 1933, the 20th Amendment Ralph Macchio Sr. is propos- am proud and humbled,” he in Paris on Monday, just fin- to the U.S. Constitution, the so- ing a $1.5 million project that WASHINGTON — Michelle said. ishing previews for his next called “Lame Duck Amendment,” includes a launch platform Obama made it a fashion tra- The rest of Mrs. Obama’s In- menswear collection. The was ratified as Missouri approved and tower in Lake George, dition Monday night, wearing auguration Day outfit in- idea to use the tie fabric came it. N.Y., near the top of French a custom-made Jason Wu cluded a belt from J. Crew, to him because he was indeed In 1937, 17 people went on trial Mountain, which Macchio gown to the inauguration necklace by Cathy Waterman designing these men’s clothes in Moscow during Josef Stalin’s owns. A swath of trees would balls. The ruby-colored dress and a cardigan by Reed at the same time, he “Great Purge.” (All were convicted have to be cleared along the was a follow-up to the white Krakoff, whose ensemble she explained. of conspiracy; all but four were route to carry riders down a gown Wu made for her four also wore to yesterday’s inti- “I wanted ‘tailored’ for her. executed.) vertical drop of 700 feet to his years ago when she was new mate, indoor swearing-in For me, she stands for In 1964, the 24th Amendment ranch. to Washington, the pomp and ceremony. strength and confidence, and to the Constitution, eliminating the circumstance, and the fashion Riders would be driven to Obama wore a blue tie with that’s what I wanted to design poll tax in federal elections, was press. his white shirt, dark suit and the top on an existing road. for her,” he said. ratified. Some nearby landowners She now emerged in velvet overcoat. Malia Obama had Simon Collins, dean of the and chiffon as a bona fide on a plum-colored J. Crew Ten years ago: The govern- are concerned about visual school of fashion at Parsons ment of Kuwait said a Kuwaiti had and noise impacts. State and trendsetter. coat with the hemline of an The New School for Design in “I can’t believe it. It’s crazy,” electric-blue dress peeking confessed to the shootings of two local agencies are reviewing New York, said the Obamas U.S. defense workers that left one said Wu, reached at his Man- out and a burgundy-colored dressed in their typical fash- the project. dead. (The assailant, Sami al-Mu- hattan studio. “To have done scarf, and her younger sister ion: one that shows pride in Macchio is hoping the at- tairi, was convicted and sentenced it once was already the expe- Sasha had on a Kate Spade their appearance. traction could open this to death, but an appeals court rience of my life. To have a coat and dress in a similar “They are a stylish couple summer. commuted the sentence to life in second time is tremendous.” purple shade. and their children look fabu- prison.) President Barack Obama “It is an honor that Sasha lous. Too many people get Five years ago: Tens of thou- Marsalis headlines also struck a similar style Obama chose to wear Kate dressed in the dark,” he said. sands of Palestinians poured into jazz festival chord to his first-term inaugu- Spade New York,” said the “They show it’s good to dress ral balls: He wore a white tie company’s creative director, up, take pride in how you Egypt from Gaza after Palestinian PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti — with his tuxedo. Deborah Lloyd, in an email to militants used land mines to Saxophone legend Branford look. ... It’s a wonderful exam- The red halter dress was the Associated Press. “She ple for America and the rest breach a barrier dividing the bor- Marsalis is headlining a jazz the only one Wu, who went epitomizes the youthful opti- der town of Rafah. festival in Haiti. of the world.” from fashion insider to house- mism and colorful spirit of the He also noted that the In 1943, critic Alexander Wooll- Marsalis arrived in the im- hold name on this night in brand. We are so proud to Obamas seem to understand cott suffered a fatal heart attack poverished Caribbean nation 2009, submitted for Mrs. have been a part of this that the fashion industry is a during a live broadcast of the CBS Friday to perform several Obama’s consideration. He historic moment.” driving force in the U.S. econ- radio program “People’s Platform.” shows at the Port-au-Prince collaborated with jeweler Jenna Lyons, creative di- omy and that its lobby is a In 1950, the Israeli Knesset ap- International Jazz Festival. Kimberly McDonald on the rector of J. Crew, said it was “a powerful one. They don’t treat proved a resolution affirming The first show for the Bran- jeweled neckline. “For this huge point of pride for all of fashion frivolously, he Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. ford Marsalis Quartet will be occasion, it had to be us” to be a part of the day — observed. One year ago: Republican Friday night in the coastal real diamonds,” Wu said. as the brand was back in 2009 The first lady “is so sup- presidential contenders Mitt town of Jacmel. The second He said he felt the dress when the girls wore outfits by portive of so many American Romney and Newt Gingrich show will be Saturday in Port- showed how he has grown up CrewCuts, its children’s label. designers,” Browne noted. clashed repeatedly in heated, per- au-Prince at a concert venue as a designer — and how Mrs. The vice president’s wife, But Collins said he was a bit sonal terms in a crackling that was once a sugarcane Obama’s style has evolved to Jill Biden, wore a gray coat surprised the public doesn’t campaign debate in Tampa, Fla. plantation. be even more confident. and dress by American pay much attention to the Today’s Birthdays: Sen. Frank Marsalis will also perform The first family headed out designer Lela Rose. president’s wardrobe. He R. Lautenberg, D-N.J., is 89. Ac- a private show Tuesday at the to inaugural festivities earlier Mrs. Obama has worn joked that Obama should per- tress Jeanne Moreau is 85. Ac- residence of U.S. Ambassador on Monday with Mrs. Obama Browne’s designs for other oc- haps try one of Browne’s sig- tress Chita Rivera is 80. Pamela White. leading a very coordinated casions, including a gray fashion parade in a navy-silk, dress with black lace overlay nature shrunken suits — the Actor-director Lou Antonio is 79. The seventh annual festival ones that show a man’s Actor Gil Gerard is 70. Actor runs from Friday through Jan. checkered-patterned coat and to one of the presidential de- dress by Thom Browne that bates last fall, and she hon- ankles. Rutger Hauer is 69. Rhythm-and- 26. More than two dozen jazz At the end of the Inaugural blues singer Jerry Lawson (The musicians are coming from were inspired by a menswear ored him last summer at the necktie. festivities, Mrs. Obama’s out- Persuasions) is 69. Sen. Thomas Mexico, Brazil, Spain, Smithsonian’s Cooper-Hewitt The outfit was specifically National Design Awards for fit and accompanying acces- R. Carper, D-Del., is 66. Singer Cameroon and elsewhere. designed for Mrs. Obama, but his contribution to fashion. sories will go to the National Anita Pointer is 65. Actor Richard Marsalis’ trip was organ- Browne said he wasn’t 100 Browne made his name in Archives. Dean Anderson is 63. Rock musi- ized by the U.S. Embassy. —From wire reports cian Bill Cunningham is 63. Rock singer Robin Zander (Cheap Trick) is 60. Los Angeles Mayor Today’s HOROSCOPE Antonio Villaraigosa is 60. Princess Caroline of Monaco is Birthday — If you want more out of life, it’s extremely Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Listen attentively to a harmonious relationship. 56. Singer Anita Baker is 55. Reg- important to elevate your sights in the year ahead. Ad- someone who always has something new to share. If Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — An objective that you gae musician Earl Falconer ditionally, no one should have to tell you that it takes you retain what you hear, chances are you’ll later find couldn’t achieve in the past looks like it can be at- (UB40) is 54. Actress Gail tained, mostly because this time you’re likely to be hard work to make things happen. some effective ways to put it to use. O’Grady is 50. Actress Mariska Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — You won’t have to be Gemini (May 21-June 20) — It’ll pay to focus on en- more flexible and tenacious in your efforts. told that duties that require your immediate attention deavors that could enhance your material security. Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — You’re likely to find out Hargitay is 49. Rhythm-and-blues should be given top priority. Sweeping them under the There are likely to be several constructive steps you that some knowledge you recently acquired can bene- singer Marc Nelson is 42. Actress rug wouldn’t give you any peace. can take if you’re willing to take action. fit a close friend as much as it does you. Be sure to Tiffani Thiessen is 39. Rock musi- Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20) — A convivial atmos- Cancer (June 21-July 22) — It’s OK to spend some share it openly and honestly. cian Nick Harmer (Death Cab for phere will help immensely if there is some kind of time on the advancement of one of your primary inter- Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — Your instincts re- Cutie) is 38. Christian rock musi- business matter that needs to be discussed with oth- ests, even if you have to break plans with another. garding a commercial matter are likely to be a shade cian Nick DePartee (Kutless) is ers. Find a pleasant, social setting in which to talk Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — The best way to achieve a sharper than usual. Follow your impulses, but be sure 28. Singer-actress Rachel Crow is things out. critical objective is to keep a low profile. You need to to use plenty of logic as well. 15. Aries (March 21-April 19) — Because you’re usually pursue your intentions as unobtrusively as possible. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Try to avoid an ac- Thought for Today: “It is easy such an upbeat person, merely going along with Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Because friends will quaintance who always takes it upon him or herself to to get a thousand prescriptions things could make you look as if you’re down in the sense your concern for them is genuine, they’ll appre- make decisions for everybody. You’re not likely to but hard to get one single rem- dumps. You won’t be — you’ll just be in a quiet mood. ciate your efforts on their behalf. Sincerity is the key to have too much patience for this kind of behavior. edy.” — Chinese proverb. Section C - WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2013
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ne of the most celebrated events of the school year is the annual Galaxy of Stars banquet, where the teacher of the year and school-related employee of the year are named. The banquet, sponsored by the Citrus County Education Foundation, is Thursday, Jan. 24, at the College of Central Florida. Twenty-two teachers and 28 school-related employees have already been awarded in their home schools or work areas. Last year’s winners were Hernando Elementary School teacher Michael Porcelli and Citrus Springs Elementary School custodian Dennis Bidlack. Here are this year’s nominees for Citrus County school-related employee of the year:
Crystal Rhonda Jane Lisa Debbie Barbara Abele Boedecker Branham Carter Edge Edwards Lecanto Inverness Citrus Springs Crystal River Lecanto Middle, Crystal River, Primary, data Middle School, Elementary, High School, technology bus operator. secretary. secretary. receptionist. secretary. support.
Teresa Kimberly Karen Pamela Jody Joan Ewald Fabbrocile Franklin Garrett Gaskins Hendrickson Lecanto, Renaissance Citrus Springs Floral City Inverness, Citrus High trainer/bus Center, para- Middle School, Elementary, transportation, School, office operator. professional. para- health room routing clerk. professional. attendant. tech/trainer.
Keith Donna Jamie DeLinda Sherrie Robert Jordan Kautz Lewis Long Lucas McKinnon Maintenance, User support Rock Crusher Crystal River Citrus Springs Lecanto High journeyman/ specialist. Elementary, Primary, data Elementary, School, head tradesworker. secretary. secretary. teacher aide. custodian.
Susan Sheryl Joe Bernadette April Deborah Nyswaner Pineau Poliseno Salmaggi Schmitt Seymour Forest Ridge WTI, Hernando Educational CREST, data Crystal River Elementary, attendance Elementary, Services, secretary. Middle School, data secretary. coordinator. custodian. secretary. teacher aide.
Benjamin Teresa Gail Stahl Mary Smith Spooner IPS, food Wassen AES, office/ Pleasant Grove, service Homosassa teacher aide. custodian. manager. Elem., nurse. C2 WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2013 EDUCATION CITRUS COUNTY (FL) CHRONICLE
HONORS tions are available through ness courses beginning in The fee is $20. The class guidance counselors at Crys- meets at Whispering Pines ■ February. Stephanie Giera, of Her- tal River High School, ● Park Recreation Building. nando, an art history and the- The Entrepreneur Acad- Lecanto High School, Withla- emy will meet from 9 a.m. to One week will be spent at the ory major at Alfred University coochee Technical School, or library using its resources. in New York, was named to noon Tuesdays, Feb. 5 College of Central Florida. through April 23. The course Jackie Reiss is the instructor. the Dean’s List for the fall They are also available at For more information, call 2012. Giera is a senior in the be accepted or enrolled as a or online at will provide a step-by-step ap- www.homosassaseafood full-time student (12 semester www.citruschoir.com. Com- proach to starting a business. 352-726-3913 between 8 a.m. School of an Art and Desgin. festival.org and 5 p.m. Students must earn at least a credit hours or 18 quarter pleted applications must be The course will meet at the Applications must be re- hours) at a U.S. college or received no later than April Power Plant, 405 S.E. Osce- ■ The Crystal River (com- 3.5 grade point average to ceived by March 31. For more puter) Users Group will offer a qualify for Dean’s List. trade school and have at least 30. ola Ave., Ocala. The course information, call 352-628- a 2.75 cumulative GPA based ■ The College of Central fee is $160 and includes a class in Adobe Elements A graduate of Lecanto High 9333 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Jan. School, Giera is the daughter on an unweighted 4.0 grading Florida is awarding dozens of textbook. ■ Take Stock in Children is 21, 28, Feb. 4 and 11. Cost is of Ted and Donna Giera. system. Scholarship applica- scholarships to qualifying ● QuickBooks Compre- offering college scholarships. tions must be received at $25 for members and $35 for ■ Jessica Deanna Smith, students interested in taking hensive will meet from 5:30 to To be considered for a MOPH headquarters in nonmembers. Elements is a of Inverness, graduated in honors classes at the Citrus 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Feb. 5 scholarship, a child must be in Springfield, Va., no later than superior image editing pro- the fall of 2012 from Valdosta campus this fall semester. A through March 12, at the CF public school in the sixth, sev- 5 p.m. Feb. 13. MOPH schol- gram that can fix most com- State University with a Bache- major component of CF’s Ocala Campus, 3001 S.W. enth or eighth grade, meet the arship information and an ap- mon problems that occur lor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Honors Institute, the Commu- College Road. This hands-on financial eligibility require- plication can be obtained by when using a digital camera Studies. nity of Scholars Honors Pro- course will teach students ments, agree to remain drug, visiting the MOPH website at or scanning a photograph. ■ Macon Dale Newcomer, gram offers incoming high how to set up and maintain a alcohol and crime free and www.purpleheart.org. school graduates two-year tu- QuickBooks company. The Students should have basic of Crystal River, has been get good grades. ■ computer skills for this class. named to the Dean’s List at The Spot Family Center ition scholarships, currently course fee is $109; a textbook Take Stock in Children has received funding from valued at $3,000 per aca- is required for an additional Photoshop Elements 10 will Clemson University for the fall be used during this class. scholarships are provided Kids Central Inc. and the De- demic year, while offering par- fee. 2012 semester. Newcomer is through the Florida Prepaid Go to www.crug.com to partment of Children and tial scholarships to those who ● Bookkeeping Boot Camp majoring in biological sci- Foundation. sign up. Families to offer scholarships are currently attending CF. will meet from 5:30 to ences. To be named to the Applications are now avail- ■ Withlacoochee Technical to local students for the 2012- Students in the honors pro- 8:30 p.m. Thursdays, Feb. 7 Dean’s List, a student must able in the guidance offices of Institute is offering GED prep 13 After School Enrichment gram are free to pursue the through March 14, at the CF achieve a grade point aver- Citrus County School District’s classes. Classes are $30 per age between 3.50 and 3.99 Program. The program is from degree option of their choos- Ocala Campus. Topics in- middle schools. 2:45 to 6 p.m. Monday ing at CF, with the scholarship term and are offered during on a 4.0 scale. clude accounting jargon, dou- the day and evening in many Take Stock in Children is a through Friday and serves stu- requirement being successful ble-entry bookkeeping and FUNDRAISERS program that prepares eco- dents in kindergarten through participation in a limited num- locations in Citrus County. bank reconciliation. The In addition to GED prepa- ■ The Rotary Club of Sug- nomically disadvantaged chil- seventh grade. The Spot has ber of honors-level classes course fee is $125; a textbook ration classes, adult educa- armill Woods and the Rotary dren for college. 20 scholarships remaining. that also serve to fulfill degree is required for an additional tion students are also offered Interact Club of Lecanto High For more information, call The scholarships are avail- requirements. Students may fee. free career counseling, and fi- School have joined together Take Stock in Children Cit- able to local families who also take classes at any of the For information or to regis- nancial aid and post-sec- to support the Box Tops for rus/Levy at 352-344-0855. qualify. Applications can be CF locations each term, and ■ ter, call 352-873-5804. The ondary application Education fundraiser for Aaron A. Weaver Chap- picked up at 405 S.E. Seventh are not bound to enrolling deadline to enroll is Thursday, assistance, as well as free Lecanto Primary School. Box ter 776 Military Order of the Ave., Crystal River. Scholar- only in classes offered at the Jan. 31. Registration and text- child care for eligible adult ed- Tops for Education labels can Purple Heart is offering two ships will be given to students Citrus campus. Besides finan- book information are also ucation parents. ESOL be found on more than 300 scholarships for college- on a first-come, first-served cial benefits, the Community available online at CFI classes are available for products that families pur- bound students — Chapter basis. Any family receiving of Scholars offers members training.cf.edu. those wanting to learn to chase and use on a daily 776’s College of Central free or reduced-price lunches priority registration each term. ■ Sherrie Geick is offering speak, read and write basis. Florida (CF) Endowed Schol- automatically qualifies. Typically, a cumulative high scrapbooking classes at English. There are two drop boxes arship and the Military Order The scholarships will offer school GPA of 3.75 is needed Whispering Pines Park recre- Tuition scholarships are — one in the lobby of the of the Purple Heart (MOPH) students free academic tutor- to qualify for the Community ation building. The all-day available to qualified candi- Sugarmill Woods Country Scholarship for the academic ing, nutritional education and of Scholars, although applica- class fee is $25; the 1/2-day dates. For information, con- Club and the other in the Mili- year 2013/14. homework assistance, out- tions for those with a slightly class fee is $12.50. Bring your tact Student Services at tary Outlet Store on West Cit- Chapter 776’s CF Endowed door recreational activities, lower GPA may be consid- own supplies. 352-726-2430 ext. 4326 or rus Avenue in Crystal River. Scholarship awards $500 to arts and crafts, computer tech ered in some cases. Students The classes are from ext. 4363, or online at For a complete listing of the an applicant accepted or en- labs, reading teams, mentor- wishing to be considered for 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturdays. www.wtionline.cc/programs. products, go to www.Rotary rolled at CF as a full-time stu- ship and leadership skills. scholarships should call Dr. Class dates are: Feb. 16, April htm#adult. SMW.com. dent (12 or more semester The program runs the en- June Hall at 352-746-6721. 20, May 18, Aug. 17, Sept. ■ Withlacoochee Techni- The labels can also be credit hours). Chapter 776 tire school year. On sched- CLASSES AND COURSES 21, Nov. 16 and Dec. 21. cal Institute would like input mailed to the Sugarmill scholarship information and uled early dismissal days, the For information about out- For information, call the from community members re- Woods Rotary Club. P.O. Box an application can be ob- hours will be 12:30 to 6 p.m. doors and recreational park office at 352-726-3913 or garding what classes they 8, Homosassa Springs, FL tained at www.citruspurple Bus transportation from Crys- classes in Citrus County, see go to www.inverness-fl.gov. would like to see offered at 34447. heart.org, or by calling 352- tal River Primary and Middle 382-3847. Chapter 776 must schools is available to The the Sunday Sports section of ■ Beginning Genealogy, the school. To offer sugges- SCHOLARSHIPS receive scholarship applica- Spot. the Chronicle. a four-week class to get par- tions, log on to www.wti AND CONTESTS tions no later than 5 p.m. Feb. ■ The Citrus Community ■ The CF Institute at the ticipants started on collecting online.cc, then click on “Com- 28. Concert Choir is now accept- College of Central Florida is family histories, is slated for ■ The Daughters of the The MOPH Scholarship ing applications for its 2013 accepting enrollment for busi- 10 a.m. to noon Wednesdays. See CHALK/ Page C7 American Revolution are of- awards $3,000 to a member scholarship award of fering scholarships at three of the MOPH; a spouse, $1,500. Application is open to different levels — local, state widow, direct lineal descen- graduating high school sen- and national. dant (child, stepchild, adopted iors or enrolled college stu- Accepting New OB/GYN Patient s The local Fort Cooper child, grandchild) of a MOPH dents and residents of Citrus chapter offers a $500 award member or of a veteran killed County or children of Citrus for a graduating senior girl in action, or who died of County residents. Past and who has at least a 3.0 grade wounds before having the op- present choir members and point average and is accepted portunity to become a MOPH relatives of choir members at an accredited college or member. Great-grandchildren are also eligible. university. are not eligible. Applicant Applicants may obtain schol- The Florida state society must be a U.S. citizen, a arship qualifications and ap- DAR provides $500 scholar- 6151 N.Suncoast Blvd., Suite 1C • Next to Seven Rivers Regional Medical Center graduate or pending graduate plication forms from their 000DTL3 Mon.-Fri. 8:30 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. ships for male or female high of an accredited high school; school guidance counselors school graduates and post- graduates with a minimum 3.0 GPA who has been accepted at an accredited college or university. Guidelines and ap- plications are available at Cit- rus County public and private high schools. The national DAR has many scholarships available for high school and college graduates. For information about them, visit the website www.dar.org. Click on Schol- arships and follow the 000DM2B prompts. For more information, con- Formerly Mango Grill tact Shirley Hartley, DAR Mulligan’s Mulligan’s Bar & Grill scholarship chairman, at 352- 1305 Norvell Bryant Hwy., Hernando 352-560-0012 270-8590 or visit the website www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/ Monday
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10 Inch Maine Lobster Roll $15 000DU1M ■ The SECO Board of Trustees has voted to con- Tuesday tinue SECO’s scholarship pro- Prime Rib, Chef’s Special Dessert $14 gram for 2013. The board has Wednesday authorized an increase in the HAPPY DAN’S FAMOUS scholarship amount from Free Trivia HOUR $2,500 to $3,000 per student BURGER & FRIES Thursday 3-6 PM $ in recognition of the ever in- 5.95 creasing cost of higher educa- Maine Lobster Pie $20 tion. Up to 12 high school 10 FRIED SHRIMP seniors from the cooperative’s Make AND FRIES service territory will receive Reservations $ 7.99 assistance to go on to a col- Your lege or technical school after 1 POUND graduation. SNOW CRABS To qualify, graduates must $ 9.99 reside in a home being served G RAND O PENING Weekly Specials by SECO and be enrolled in 3:00 - 6:00 PM an accredited college, univer- Monday-Thursday EARLY BIRDS $ sity or vocational/technical Anastasia’s Early Bird 4pm-6pm ...... $13.95 9.95 school by the end of 2013. 2494 E. Norvell Bryant Hwy., Hernando, FL 1 Thursday 1 4 POUND LIVE Applications are now avail- (Heritage Hills Plaza) able at area high school guid- Rib Eye ...... $19.95 MAINE LOBSTER $
000DPSN 352-513-4860 ance offices and at any of Martini Night 4pm-10pm 13.99 SECO’s customer service Specialty Martinis ...... $5.00 centers in Marion, Lake, Cit- Weekly House Specials WHOLE BELLY CLAMS rus and Sumter counties. (4 pm -Close) Friday & N.E. STEAMERS Monday $9.00 1 They must be returned to Boneless Pork Loin...... 1 ⁄ 2 lb. Live Maine Lobster . . . . . $19.95 SECO no later than March Pastiscio ...... $9.00 29. Tuesday Kids eat FREE from kids menu Sunday ■ The Homosassa Civic (under 12, one child per adult entree) Award Winning Sunday Brunch 11:30am-2:00pm...... Club is offering the Beri Wednesday Manicotti Dinner...... $8.00 $15.95 Hagerty-Phelps Scholar- Linguini w/Clam Sauce...... $8.00 ships to graduating high Thursday 1/2 Greek Style Roast Chicken w/Orzo . .. . . $9.00 Call for reservations or more information. school students and adults Spanakopita Dinner...... $9.00 who live within the boundaries Friday Lamb Shank Dinner ...... $10.00 at Plantation on Crystal River 2 LOCATIONS of the Homosassa Elemen- Crab Stuffed Haddock ...... $10.00 9301 W. Fort Island Trail, 7364 Grover Cleveland Blvd. tary School District and/or the Homosassa Saturday Stuffed Shrimp Dinner...... $11.00 Crystal River 352-628-9588
Homosassa Special Water 000DP3V Prime Rib w/Baked Potato...... $12.00 352-795-4211 District. Highway 44, Crystal River
www.plantationoncrystalriver.com 000DMZE Information and applica- (All above served with Soup or Salad, Vegetable & Dessert 352-795-9081 CITRUS COUNTY (FL) CHRONICLE EDUCATION WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2013 C3
Mini Spy . . . TM Mini Spy and her friends are visiting the Supreme Court. 3EE IF YOU CAN FIND s EXCLAMATION MARK s QUESTION MARK s LETTER % s BOOK s LETTER " s RAKE s DRAGON s LETTER ! s FISH s WORD -).) s HEART s KITE s NUMBER s WHALE s RULER © 2013 Universal Uclick s FISH HOOK s LADDER s PENCIL s BOOMERANG from The Mini Page © 2013 Universal Uclick The Supreme Court s TWO NUMBER S s ICE CREAM CONE s ICE POP s JESTER HAT What Does a Justice Do? The Supreme Court The Supreme Court is the United States’ highest court. The justices must decide how laws are followed and whether our laws agree with the U.S. Constitution. This is called judicial (joo-DISH-uhl) review. In the United States, the Supreme Court is an appellate court. This means that the court decides cases Chief Justice John Roberts (on the far that are being appealed after making right) swears in President Barack Obama at his first inauguration on Jan. 20, 2009. their way through the lower courts. For example, in the mid-1960s, two When President Barack Obama high school students in Des Moines, is inaugurated Iowa, wore black armbands to school to protest against the Vietnam War. on Jan. 21, the from The Mini Page © 2013 Universal Uclick person who School officials suspended them. The students and their families photo by Matt Wade will be giving Our highest court TM the oath, or sued, or took legal action against the Rookie Cookie’s Recipe promise, is the school district. They believed the First The justices work at the Supreme chief justice (or Amendment, which promises the right Court Building in Washington, D.C. Banana Roll-Up Snack judge in charge) to free speech, protected their protest. The building was finished in 1935. You’ll need: of the United The case was presented in the U.S. Before moving to this building, the s TABLESPOON PEANUT BUTTER District Court, where the verdict, or Supreme Court met in the Capitol. s WHOLE WHEAT TORTILLA States. This year, photo by Steve Petteway as at President Chief Justice decision, agreed with the school. The The building has one large s TEASPOON HONEY John Roberts courtroom, offices for each of the s MEDIUM BANANA Obama’s first case eventually went to the Supreme What to do: justices, a court library and offices for inauguration, that will be Chief Justice Court, which overturned, or changed, 1. Spread peanut butter on tortilla. John Roberts. Justice Sonia Sotomayor the verdict. other workers. It also has a dining 2. Drizzle honey on top. will swear in Vice President Joe Biden. room and a gym. 3. Place banana at one end of tortilla and roll into a This week, The Mini Page learns This issue is the first in a series of four The seated figures on either side of cylinder. (The banana will straighten out as you roll.) more about the Supreme Court and that will explain the duties of a government the steps are titled “The Contemplation 4. Cut into circles. position. The next issue, scheduled for You will need an adult’s help with this recipe. what a justice does. of Justice” and “The Authority of Law.” April, will examine an ambassador’s job. from The Mini Page © 2013 Universal Uclick Meet Aaron Nigel Smith from The Mini Page © 2013 Universal Uclick Aaron Nigel Smith is a singer and music teacher. His latest CD, “Welcome to the Village,” Meet Our Justices features the voices of 300 children from the United States and Kenya in Africa. Profits from this CD The U.S. Constitution allows There are nine will help an orphanage near Nairobi, Kenya. justices of the Supreme Court to Supreme Court Aaron grew up in Detroit. He learned to love serve until their death. They can also justices. photo courtesy Aya World Productions music in elementary school when his teacher First row, left to right: taught the kids to play the xylophone. He said, “It opened me up.” resign, retire or be impeached, or Clarence Thomas, When he was 11, he went to the American Boychoir School. removed from office. Antonin Scalia, John Kids practiced singing every day after classes. The choir toured When a seat on the court opens, Roberts, Anthony THROUGHOUT !MERICA AND %UROPE Kennedy and Ruth He later toured with another choral group. But when he had the president nominates someone to be a new justice. The U.S. Senate Bader Ginsburg. kids, he didn’t want to travel as much. He founded FUNdamentals Back row, left of Music and Movement, which gets kids moving and enjoying must confirm, or approve, the new to right: Sonia music. He performed on the PBS show “Between the Lions.” justice. Sotomayor, Stephen He lives near Portland, Ore. from The Mini Page © 2013 Universal Uclick Our current justices are listed in Breyer, Samuel Alito and Elena Kagan. from The Mini Page © 2013 Universal Uclick the order of how long they’ve served TM (with the exception of Chief Justice Roberts). photo by Steve Petteway, Collection of the Supreme Court United States Supersport: Keegan Wetzel s Chief Justice John Roberts, s Justice Clarence Thomas, 64, s Justice Samuel Alito, 62, Height: 6-3 Weight: 218 Hometown: Palos Heights, Ill. 57, was born in Buffalo, N.Y. He was was born in Pin Point, Ga. He was was born in Trenton, N.J. He was Keegan Wetzel arrived at the U.S. Naval Academy appointed by President George W. appointed by President George H.W. appointed by George W. Bush. Time four years ago. He will leave in the spring as a model midshipman. Bush. Time in office: seven years. Bush. Time in office: 21 years. in office: six years. Moving into the starting lineup this season at outside s Justice Antonin Scalia, 76, s Justice Ruth Bader s Justice Sonia Sotomayor, linebacker, he helped spark Navy to an 8-4 record and a was born in Trenton, N.J. President Ginsburg, 79, was born in New York 58, was born in New York City. She berth in the Fight Hunger Bowl game. Wetzel is strong and tough, and led the Middies with seven sacks and 15 tackles for loss. Ronald Reagan appointed him. Time City. She was appointed by President was appointed by President Barack He’s also smart. He made a perfect 1600 score on his SAT test and in office: 26 years. Bill Clinton. Time in office: 19 years. Obama. Time in office: three years. carries a 3.89 grade point average as an engineering major. He earned s Justice Anthony Kennedy, 76, s Justice Stephen Breyer, 74, s Justice Elena Kagan, 52, was first-team Academic All-American honors. was born in Sacramento, Calif. He was born in San Francisco. He was born in New York City. She was %ARLY MORNING WAKEUP CALLS CHALLENGING CLASSES AND HARD NOSED FOOTBALL — Wetzel has handled it all. Following graduation, he won’t go to the was appointed by Reagan. Time in appointed by Clinton. Time in office: appointed by Obama. Time in office: NFL; he will serve at least five years in the U.S. Navy. office: 24 years. 18 years. two years.
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A Powerful Force All the following jokes have something in common. Can you guess the common theme or category? Judicial process Deciding a case Larry: What is a good name for a The U.S. Constitution promises On the first Monday in October of female lawyer? that a person accused of a crime will each year, the Supreme Court begins Lisa: Sue! receive a fair trial. There are two its new term. Laura: What kind of case would a lawyer have if types of cases: Once the Supreme Court has he was injured at a pool? s criminal, in accepted a case for review, the two Luther: A bathing suit! which someone has sides present their arguments to committed a crime. THE JUSTICES %ACH JUSTICE WORKS WITH Lana: When words break the law, what