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118th Year No. 36 3 Sections www.TheHeraldAdvocate.com 70¢ Plus 5¢ Sales Tax Thursday, August 2, 2018 SROs Will Protect All Schools By TOM STAIK board member. said Sheriff Arnold Lanier. “It and North Wauchula elemen- mentary were already protected county entered budget planning Of The Herald-Advocate The $371,944 funding deal has been a challenge, but I ap- tary schools when classes re- by SROs under an existing sessions earlier this summer. Lawmen will be posted at all brings to a close months of preciate everyone coming on sumed. cost-sharing plan. Under those The school district was ear- seven public schools when the back-and-forth debate between board.” That move, at least in part, terms, the School Board paid marked to receive $479,185 in opening bell of the new school the School Board and the Hardee County became one was a response to the Florida 40 percent of costs and the Safe Schools funding from the year rings next Friday. Hardee County Board of of the first school districts in Legislature’s passage of the Sheriff’s Office funded the re- state as part of the Marjory The School Board of Hardee County Commissioners as the the Sunshine State to have an Marjory Stoneman Douglas maining 60 percent. Stoneman Douglas High County voted 4-0 during a spe- two bodies worked to develop armed lawman at every school High School Public Safety Act. Wauchula Elementary School Public Safety Act. cial session Monday to approve a plan to protect students and in the wake of the tragedy. The law, signed by Gov. School was also previously The earmark – though a a funding deal with the Hardee staff at area schools in the wake Sheriff Lanier gained a Rick Scott, requires school dis- protected with an SRO, pro- sharp increase from the County Sheriff’s Office that of the Valentine’s Day slaying $200,000 emergency appropri- tricts to protect each and every vided by the Wauchula Police $132,300 in Safe Schools fund- will place school resource offi- of 17 students and staff at Park- ation earlier this year from the school with an armed security Department and fully paid for ing from the previous year – cers on all district campuses. land’s Marjory Stoneman Dou- County Commission during detail of either SROs or trained by the city. fell far short of actual costs. “I think this is a good deal glas High School. Spring Break that allowed for civilian guardians. The temporary funding plan, “There is not a single district and I am glad we are doing “I appreciate the School deputies to be assigned to Hardee Senior High, Hardee however, began to show strains in the state that received this,” said Mildred Smith, Board’s vote of confidence,” Zolfo Springs, Bowling Green Junior High and Hilltop Ele- as the school officials and the See SCHOOLS A3 Murder HJH Suspect Eases 106 Dress Back In ‘Nothing Remarkable About That’ By JENNIFER McCONKEY Code Herald-Advocate Intern Dr. Elver “Doc” Hodges was born almost By TOM STAIK Hardee two years before World War I began. Of The Herald-Advocate Students will have more By CYNTHIA KRAHL He entered the world on Aug. 2, 1912, and today he’s reached his 106th birthday. flexibility in their clothing op- Of The Herald-Advocate tions when they return to A local murder suspect who When talking about reaching an age that is rare to anyone to see, Hodges says merely, Hardee Junior High School fled across state lines has now next week. been returned to face charges “There’s nothing remarkable about that except that I did it.” The School Board of Hardee here. County voted 4-0 last Thursday Gabriel Arenas Ceja, 25, of He has three daughters, Margaret, Kathy and Lucinda, three living grandchildren (a to adopt changes to the 816 Pleasant Way, Bowling school’s “Dress for Success” Green, was booked into the fourth is deceased) and several great-grandchildren. Margaret lives with Doc in Hardee requirements that incorporate Hardee County Jail at 11:16 on additional clothing choices. Saturday night after being County, Kathy lives in Guilderland, N.Y., and Lucinda lives in Birmingham, Ala. Students will now be al- transferred from a Georgia jail lowed to wear pants with elas- cell. Hodges moved to Florida in January of 1942. He lived in Gainesville for about a tic waistbands. So-called The Bowling Green Police “jogger” pants had previously Department had issued an ar- month before moving to Wauchula. In 1945, he moved to Ona, where he lived for 22 been banned, as the former rest warrant for Ceja in connec- dress code limited pants tion with the July 13 shooting years before moving to his current home between Zolfo Springs and Wauchula. choices to those with buttons of 18-year-old Eddie Grant of and zippers. Bowling Green. The U.S. Mar- He joined the First United Methodist Church of Wauchula in 1942 and is still a “Jogger-type pants with elas- shals Service captured him in tic waistband may be worn as Tift County, Ga., on July 18. member to this day. In fact, the church is where his birthday long as they are not more than See SUSPECT A2 party was held on Sunday. ‘1’ size larger than the student’s But Florida wasn’t the first place Hodges measured size,” the rule now moved after leaving his hometown of Sun- PHOTO BY JENNIFER McCONKEY states. shine Bottom, Neb. Today is Dr. Elver Hodges’ 106th birthday. His party was held at the Short pants – such as gym See 106 A2 First United Methodist Church of Wauchula this past Sunday. shorts – with an elastic waist See DRESS A3

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THE 106 Continued From A1 Mosaic Approves erald- dvocate H HARDEE COUNTY’SAHOMETOWN COVERAGE Hodges says the first far- SAVE MICHAEL R. KELLY away place he traveled to was Mitigation Deal Co-Publisher and Editor Lincoln, Neb., where he attended the University of Ne- By MICHAEL KELLY ditional $37.4 million for eco- THE JAMES R. KELLY braska. But that certainly Of The Herald-Advocate nomic development, bringing Co-Publisher wasn’t the farthest he would The Mosaic Company’s the total compensation to Board of Directors met and $87.4 million. CYNTHIA M. KRAHL move. In 1939-41, Hodges lived in signed off on the proposed The agreement also granted DATE Managing Editor Hawaii. And in 1979-81, he economic mitigation agree- Hardee County a purchase op- NOEY DeSANTIAGO lived in Malawi, which is in ment for the Ona Mine that tion for 90 acres surrounding Production Manager was approved by the Hardee AUGUST TOM STAIK eastern Africa. He’s also trav- the county landfill for future County Commission last expansion, and a lease agree- Sports Editor eled internationally for work 2 – Storytime, HC Public DARLENE WILLIAMS and has been on two cruises to month. ment with the Industrial De- Library/315 N. 6th Assistant Europe. Mosaic representatives and velopment Authority on land Production Manager Ave., Wauchula/ Including North America, the county had tentatively across from Mosaic’s North 10 am 115 S. Seventh Ave. • P.O. Box 338 Hodges has been to four conti- agreed to a deal requiring the Pasture office, located off of 2 – “Stitch by Stitch” Wauchula, FL 33873 nents in his life. company to provide a mini- C.R. 663 in Fort Green, to po- Crochet and Phone: (863) 773-3255 • Fax: (863) 773-0657 “I’ve been around,” he says. mum of $50 million in eco- tentially locate a solar farm. Knitting/HC Public Nowadays, Hodges likes to nomic mitigation for the The tentative agreement Library/10 am [email protected] grow orchids and read Civil 26,853-acre mine. was dependent on this final ap- [email protected] War history. In addition to guaranteed proval by Mosaic’s Board of 8 – Adult Coloring Club/ [email protected] He also talked about history payments of $2 million annu- Directors. HC Public Library/ connected to his home state of ally for 25 years, the county Mosaic is required to ad- 10 am Published weekly on Thursday at Wauchula, Florida, by the Nebraska, explaining the his- will receive additional com- dress the “elements of eco- 8 – Back to School Free Herald- Advocate Publishing Co. Inc. Periodical Postage paid at tory of the Missouri River and pensation tied to Mosaic’s nomic development demon- Food & Fun/Oak U.S. Post Office, Wauchula, FL 33873 and additional entry office talking about when the Lewis “stripping margins,” which is strating how each mining op- Grove Baptist (USPS 578-780). “Postmaster,” send address changes to: & Clark Expedition stopped at an industry-wide metric that eration and reclamation plan Church/4350 W The Herald-Advocate, P.O. Box 338, Wauchula, FL 33873. the Nebraska buttes. measures the profitability of maximize and achieve eco- Main St, Wauchula/ the phosphate industry in any nomic development and diver- DEADLINES: While he doesn’t use it for 6 pm given year. sity” as part of the mining Hardee Living — Thursday 5 p.m. very long at a time, Hodges gets on his exercise bike al- If the stripping-margin permitting process outlined in 9 – Storytime, HC Public School News & Photos — Thursday 5 p.m. model materializes as pre- the county’s Comprehensive Sports — Thursday 5 p.m. (Weekend Events, Monday Noon) most every day. Library/315 N. 6th “Basically, I’m just living sented, it would provide an ad- Land Use Plan. General News — Monday 5 p.m. Ave., Wauchula/ one day at a time,” he says. Ads — Tuesday Noon 10 am “Tomorrow’s another day.” 9 – “Stitch by Stitch” SUBSCRIPTIONS: And his advice to younger SUSPECT Crochet and Hardee County — 6 months, $21 • 1 year, $39 • 2 years, $75 people? Continued From A1 Knitting/HC Public Florida — 6 months, $25 • 1 year, $46 • 2 years, $87 Do what you like to do. Library/10 am A prisoner transport service allegedly broke away and re- Out of State — 6 months, $29 • 1 year, $52 • 2 years, $100 was contracted by the Hardee trieved a gun from his car, ac- Online — 1 month, $5 • 6 months, $19 • 1 year, $37 • 2 years, $70 10 – Wildcat Tailgate County Sheriff’s Office to cording to Capt. Brett Dowden Party/Main Street LETTERS: Trivia bring Ceja back to the Hardee of the Bowling Green Police Wauchula Inc./6 pm The Herald-Advocate welcomes letters to the editor on matters of County Jail. Department. 10 – Scout Club/Main public interest. Letters should be brief, and must be written in Test On his arrival here, he was Ceja allegedly shot Grant Street Wauchula good taste, signed and include a daytime phone number. charged with second-degree multiple times as the teen By Fifi Rodriguez Inc./6 pm murder, aggravated assault stood on his own front porch with a deadly weapon, posses- with his girlfriend. After firing 1. FOOD & DRINK: 15 – Adult Coloring Club/ sion of a firearm by a con- at Grant, Ceja turned the gun What ingredient is added to HC Public Library/ victed felon and tampering on the girl and said, “If you say sugar to make it brown sugar? 10 am with a witness. anything, I’ll kill you, too,” 2. CURRENCY: Which Kelly’s Column Ceja is being held without Dowden further charged. historical figure featured on a 16 – Storytime, HC Public By Jim bond, jail records show. Ceja then drove away from $100 bill was NOT a presi- Library/315 N. 6th Because of the seriousness the apartment complex, even- dent? Ave., Wauchula/ of the charges against him, tually crossing the state line 3. GEOGRAPHY: How 10 am Ceja is being held in close into Georgia. many countries border Ger- 16 – “Stitch by Stitch” management rather than with Dowden said case work here many? Crochet and It is hard to believe but football season is around the corner the general population. He is continues. 4. GAMES: Who invented Knitting/HC Public and local schools will open to students Aug. 10. in a cell by himself. “Our investigation is not the game of roulette? Library/10 am The weather has not been too hot recently, and frequent Charges stem from a Friday quite done,” he noted on Tues- 5. ANIMAL KINGDOM: 16 – Hardee County summer rains have continued as expected. night incident at the Azalea day afternoon. “We’re getting On which continent would you Candidate Forum/ The Tampa Bay Rays, not unexpectedly, recently lost three Apartments in Bowling Green, close to where we want to be find a dingo, a wild dog? Hilltop Elementary games in a row at last-place Baltimore and likely fell out of wild- where Ceja and Grant fought with it; we’re tying up loose 6. FAMOUS QUOTA- Auditorium/6 pm card contention, as team ownership/management unloaded sev- over a cell phone before Ceja ends.” eral players to lower the payroll. TIONS: What American in- 17 – Class for Seniors/ Retired Atlanta Braves shortstop Chipper Jones gave an ex- dustrialist once said, "Formula “Medicare cellent talk at his induction to the Major League Hall of Fame for success: rise early, work Basics”/Hardee this week. hard, strike oil"? Help Center/10 am The Aug. 28 election is approaching soon, and excitement 7. HISTORY: Who was Paw’s Corner is building. the last queen of France? By Sam Mazzotta 21 – Devotion & Lunch/ Interestingly, the DeSoto County Commission recently 8. GENERAL KNOWL- Hardee Help voted 4-1 to deny Mosaic's application to open a phosphate mine EDGE: How long did the DEAR PAW'S CORNER: (not bungie cords) so it doesn't Center/Noon on 18,000 acres in DeSoto. Meanwhile the Hardee County Com- Pony Express deliver mail in Why are organizations mak- slide around when driving mission voted 5-0 to approve a new mine (Ona, 26,853 acres) the United States? ing so much noise about se- around corners or making tight 22 – Adult Coloring Club/ in Hardee which has had phosphate mining for many years. The 9. SCIENCE: What is the curing pets in the car when turns. HC Public Library/ DeSoto decision may be challenged in court. filament in an incandescent it's moving? My dog However, like many dogs, 10 am The old theatre building on East Main Street in Bowling light bulb made of? "Archie" loves to put his Archie wants to have some mo- Green was razed last week. Howard Bolin is building five duplex 10. MOVIES: Which Dis- head out the window, and has bility and enjoys sticking his 23 – Storytime, HC Public apartment buildings on Church Ave. and Jones St. in Bowling ney movie features a character never needed a seat belt or head out of the window. That's Library/315 N. 6th Green. named Cruella de Vil? carrier. He loves car trips. natural. Ave., Wauchula/ –––––– —Fred H., via email Fortunately, there are manu- 10 am According to the Audubon Magazine there were 38.67 mil- ANSWERS DEAR FRED: Even though facturers out there trying to 23 – “Stitch by Stitch” lion Northern Bobwhite Quail across 36 states (including 1. Molasses Archie loves riding in the car, blend pet safety with comfort. Crochet and Florida) in the U.S. in 1967. The population had declined to 5.8 2. Benjamin Franklin he still faces the same risks as Restraint systems are available Knitting/HC Public million by 2014, an 85 percent decrease. 3. Nine humans if — knock on wood for larger dogs that allow them Library/10 am Conservationists could never set aside enough public land 4. French mathematician — an accident happens. Unre- to sit or lie down on the rear to reverse the decline, so programs like Working Lands For Blaise Pascal strained, he could be thrown passenger seat, while keeping 25 – HC Chamber of Wildlife created in 2012 focused on private property. Over two- 5. Australia (or Oceania) around the car and injured, or them from wandering around Commerce Golf thirds of the land in the lower 48 states is privately owned. 6. J. Paul Getty even worse, thrown out of the the car's interior. For smaller Tournament Quails' fate is tied to farms, ranches and private woodlands. 7. Marie Antoinette car. dogs, pet booster seats are "Scientists with the National Bobwhite Conservation Insti- 8. 1860-61 (18 months) Most experts recommend available that lift them higher 29 – Adult Coloring Club/ tute believe those programs if implemented on all priority lands 9. Tungsten that pets be in a secure carrier, on the seat so that they can look HC Public Library/ could increase the number of the birds, the only native quail in 10. "101 Dalmatians" and that the carrier itself be out the window without having 10 am the East, by 55 million. And if we do this right everything should (c) 2018 King Features Synd., Inc. held in place with sturdy straps to stand on their rear legs. be just as valuable for other declining grassland birds and polli- Keep in mind that there are no 30 – Storytime, HC Public nators." said initiative director Don McKenzie. performance standards or test Library/315 N. 6th Audubon says under ideal habitat conditions, a pair of protocols for verifying exactly Ave., Wauchula/ Northern Bobwhites can produce two dozen offspring in a single how safe a restraint system or 10 am breeding season. Up To $3,000 Reward! carrier is. Subaru of America 30 – “Stitch by Stitch” Years ago some Mexican quail (smaller than Bobwhites) and the Center for Pet Safety Heartland Crime Stoppers Crochet and were released in this area but did not reproduce successfully. recently joined forces to test a Knitting/HC Public There are many factors involved in improving Bobwhite popu- Anonymous Tips: few products. But you should Library/10 am lation, including prescribed burning, predators, stop using chem- take a look at several types of icals, etc. restraint systems for Archie to SEPTEMBER Wild game needs adequate food, water, cover and space to 1 (800) 226 Tips find the one he'll like best. thrive. Quail need plenty of room to walk and lots of insects and Send your questions, comments 4 – Money Smart for seeds. The Avon Park Air Force Range is managing its land bet- 1(800) 226 8477 or tips to ask@paws- Families/Hardee ter for quail and is seeing increased numbers. corner.com. Help Center/6 pm –––––– or (c) 2018 King Features Synd., Inc. "He is a fool who will descend into a well on another man's heartlandcrimestoppers.com 5 – Adult Coloring Club/ rope." Louis L'Amour, Western novelist (1908-88). HC Public Library/ "Nothing grows well in the shade of a big tree." Constantin 10 am Brancusi, sculptor, painter and photographer (1876-1957). "Don't depend on others, or by and by you won't be able to Pittman, a peanut producer in Jackson County which devotes Speak Up! 6 – Storytime, HC Public depend on yourself--nor will anyone else." B.C. Forbes, Forbes 30,000 acres to the crop. CHILD ABUSE Library/315 N. 6th Magazine founder (1880-1954). The average U.S. consumer eats more than six pounds of Ave., Wauchula/ –––––– peanuts and peanut products annually, says the American Peanut HOTLINE 10 am Forges Magazine reports 6-5 Dwayne Johnson, 46, also Council. Peanuts have many uses including oil and flour. Peanut 6 – “Stitch by Stitch” known as "The Rock," has become Hollywood's most bankable hulls can be used as livestock food pellets, compost material and 1-800-422-4453 Crochet and movie star, earning $124 million last year, the vast majority by cat litter, wrote Alex Lucas. Knitting/HC Public acting. He has a past in football and wrestling. Farm Bureau reports Florida has lost 15 to 20 percent of its Library/10 am In 1995 he was cut by the Canadian Football League and avocado acreage and 50,000 trees to the laurel wilt disease, a arrived in Tampa broke. "I had a five, a one and change." fungus first detected in Florida avocado groves in 2011. The fun- Corrections 11 – Money Smart for "Thanks to his mixed Samoan and African-American her- gus is spread by the redbay ambrosia beetle. Families/Hardee itage, his melting-pot looks make him a hero around the globe," Hurricane Irma also impacted the south Florida avocado Help Center/6 pm wrote Natalie Robehmed. Last year over 64 percent of his crop last year, but over half the fruit had already been harvested, movies' box office grosses came from international audiences. wrote Amanda Overstreet. Several avocado trees in Hardee have At The Herald-Advo- 12 – Adult Coloring Club/ –––––– died of the laurel wilt disease. cate, we want accuracy to HC Public Library/ In July 2018 Florida Agriculture Magazine published by be a given, not just our 10 am Farm Bureau reports mangoes were first grown in India over goal. If you believe we 5,000 years ago and are a good source of vitamins A and C. A have printed an error in 13 – Storytime, HC Public typical mango is between 3 and 10 inches long. They can be fact, please call to report Library/10 am eaten as fresh fruit or can be used in salads, desserts, sauces, Peace River Growers it. We will review the infor- Save The Date will keep resi- juices and chutney. Hardee County has a growing number of Wholesale Nursery mation, and if we find it dents informed of upcoming mango trees. needs correction or clarifi- community happenings. To Farm Bureau says peanuts are planted on over 114,000 acres Donnis & Kathy Barber cation, we will do so here. have your non-profit meeting in Florida with a farmgate value of over $220 million annually. To make a report, call or event posted for free, e-mail Primarily grown in northern Florida, peanuts are considered the Hwy. 66 East (863) 735-0470 Managing Editor Cynthia features@theheraldadvocate. most efficient and affordable source of protein, says Jeffrey P.O. Box 760 Zolfo Springs, FL Krahl at 773-3255. com as far ahead as possible. August 2, 2018, The Herald-Advocate A3 DRESS SCHOOLS Continued From A1 Continued From A1

“may be worn” as well, provided they are “not shorter than two enough money to cover it,” plan to provide SROs. under the county and the Sher- the SROs being shouldered by inches above the knee.” said Bob Shayman, superin- Smarting with sticker shock, iff's Office. I would rather use the sheriff. New rules for pants, shorts and skirts include a prohibition tendent. school administrators began his men and his training. I “Going with the sheriff's against clothing that includes “rips and tears that expose bare The new funding agreement looking at alternatives. wish the county commission- plan, it is $20,000 more, but skin.” calls for the school district and The so-called “Plan B” in- ers had agreed to fund all of the liability is on them,” “If clothing is ripped or torn and exposing bare skin, then the the sheriff to continue the volved abandoning SROs at them 60/40.” Trevino said. student is considered out of dress code regardless of the location 60/40 cost share for the four Zolfo Springs, Bowling Green “We are here to educate chil- Vice Chairman Garry of the rip or tear,” the new rules state. “If pants/shorts have rips existing deputies at a cost of and North Wauchula and re- dren,” added Smith, a retired McWhorter agreed. “For or tears, students must wear something under the pants or $171,944 for the schools. placing them with retired law Hardee County educator. $20,000 we put all the burden shorts.” An additional $200,000 will enforcement officers who Member Thomas Trevino on the sheriff,” McWhorter The new rules also add a prohibition of “slider” type shoes. fund and equipment, including would serve as security offi- cited the county’s ongoing added. The existing ban includes bedroom slippers, heelys and skate vehicles, the three new cers. budget woes in answer to “I personally think that shoes. deputies for Bowling Green, “We could not cover the first Smith’s concerns. “We met $20,000 is OK considering the The new rules also include an expanded cold weather policy. Zolfo Springs and North offer with the funds that we with the County Commission, liability falls on the S.O.,” The new winter policy defines outerwear as “hoodless clothing Wauchula. have, so I looked at Plan B,” and they are having funding is- Smith said. specifically designed for protection against cold weather, such A separate budget agree- Shayman said. “Over the sues,” he said. Plan B was projected to cost as sweaters, coats, jackets, overcoats, etc.” ment is planned with WPD for course of two weeks. I met “But so are we,” Smith re- $376,328. The deal with the The rules prohibit students from wearing “out of dress code $24,577 to help offset the cost with three former deputies sponded. “We will always sheriff, including the payment long-sleeved shirts or out of dress code long-sleeved T-shirts of the SRO at Wauchula Ele- here from Hardee County … have ours and they will always to the WPD, is $396,521. worn for warmth as outermost garment.” mentary. All three of them said they are have theirs.” Board member Teresa A related rule prohibits such clothing being “visibly worn The officers will be on sta- interested and agreed to come Members also favored al- Crawford was absent from under short-sleeved dress code T-shirts.” tion before the official start of in.” lowing liability and training of both meetings. The winter weather rules remove specific color requirements the new school year. “Plan B” called for the from outerwear. The rules previously said all jackets or sweaters “The new officers are all school district to continue to and sweatshirts had to be “in Wildcat orange, gray, navy or royal trained,” Lanier said. “The ex- pay $171,944 to the sheriff for blue.” isting officers are in training the four existing officers. The Students will continue to be allowed to wear long-sleeved today. I went ahead and trained three other schools would be Strange But True solid-colored T-shirts in Wildcat orange, gray, navy or royal blue the ones we had selected so we covered by the security offi- By Samantha Weaver underneath “Dress for Success” T-shirts or polos as a means of would be ready on Aug. 10. It cers – paid directly by the additional warmth. will be a learning experience school district – at an addi- • It was poet, philosopher cover or rain for only about 10 for some of them, and a con- tional cost of $179,807. and satirist Horace, who lived percent of the time there. tinuing experience for the ones The School Board was in the first century B.C., who • You might be surprised to Go To The Head Of The Class! that were already there.” briefed on both plans at a made the following sage ob- learn that, according to those SCHOOL NEWS DEADLINE IS THURSDAY AT 5 PM The Sheriff’s Office had ini- workshop on Thursday of last servation: "He who postpones who study such things, tially presented a $520,907 week. the hour of living is like the Alaskans eat twice as much ice “Funding-wise, we have the rustic who waits for the river to cream per capita than the rest funds for either,” Shayman run out before he crosses." of the nation. said. • Legislators in Vermont • Those who have the time Support quickly turned to- once found it necessary to out- to study such things claim that ward contracting with the sher- law whistling while underwa- the most difficult small object Hardee Junior High School iff. ter. to flush down a toilet is a ping- “I have an issue,” Smith • If someone were to ask pong ball. 2018-19 Dress Code said. “To me, the safety of you to name the sunniest spot • In 2010 a new species of everyone in the county comes on Earth, you might be slug was discovered in the Shirt Requirements: tempted to answer "the Sahara mountains of Borneo. It is dis- 1. Shirts may be worn out over the waistline or tucked in. Shirt size shall not be Desert" or some other such ex- tinguished from other species more than “1” size larger or smaller than the student’s measured size and must be otic place. You would be of slug by its novel method of no lower than 2 inches for the inner aspect of the collar bone (below the neck). wrong, though; that distinction mating: It shoots its mate with 2. The following shirts are the only allowable shirts to be worn by students at Amberjack belongs to a town right here in a so-called love dart made of Hardee Junior High School: America. Out of the possible calcium carbonate and con- Hardee Junior High spirit, athletic and club shirts (short- or long-sleeved) in Wild- 4,456 daylight hours each year, taining hormones. The re- cat orange, gray, and navy or royal blue. Shirts will be available for purchase in the Season the sun shines for an average searchers nicknamed the administration building or school store. Additionally, “Hardee Wildcats” or “Wildcats” of 4,050 in Yuma, Arizona. gastropods "ninja slugs." shirts in Wildcat orange, gray, and navy or royal blue may be worn. These are also Now Open That means that there's cloud (c) 2018 King Features Synd., Inc. available from outside vendors. The 2 inch rule from #1 will apply. The recreational harvest of College shirts or U.S. Armed Forces shirts (must display military branch logo or greater amberjack and gray ______emblem) of any color may be worn to promote institutions of higher learning and for triggerfish reopened in Gulf of IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF Parties claiming by, through, team spirit purposes. Mexico state and federal wa- THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT under and against the above Polo shirts, (short- or long-sleeved, maximum of 4 buttons) in Wildcat orange, ters on Wednesday. IN AND FOR named Defendant(s) who are not known to be dead or alive, gray, and navy or royal blue. Girls may wear polo shirts with cap sleeves. Polo shirts The amberjack season will HARDEE COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL DIVISION whether said Unknown Parties may have small designer logos or emblems located near the chest area, as long as remain open through Oct. 31 may claim an interest as in state waters. they are smaller than the size of a student ID and are appropriate for school. Parents CASE NO. 25-2017-CA-000280 Spouse, Heirs, Devisees, are encouraged to purchase polo shirts from retail stores; however, the “Dress for The triggerfish season will Grantees, or Other Claimants; remain open through Dec. 31 JPMorgan Chase Bank, Unknown Parties in Possession Success” attire should be strictly adhered to. Remember, the approved colors: Wild- #2, If living, and all Unknown cat orange, gray and navy or royal blue. The 2 inch rule from #1 will apply. in state waters. National Association For greater amberjack in the Plaintiff, Parties claiming by, through, Gulf, the minimum size limit under and against the above Pants/Shorts/Skirts Requirements: named Defendant(s) who are is 34 inches fork length, and vs. 1. Pants must be fastened and worn at the natural waistline for boys and at the not known to be dead or alive, the daily bag limit is one fish Margaret A. Barringer a/k/a whether said Unknown Parties hips for girls. Pants, shorts, skirts, and skorts waist size shall not be more than “1” per person. may claim an interest as size larger than the student’s measured size. Pants, slacks, and shorts cannot be ex- Margaret Barringer; Unknown For gray triggerfish in the Spouse of Margaret A. Spouse, Heirs, Devisees, cessively baggy in fit. Undergarments (boxers, briefs, or shorts, or panties) should Gulf, the minimum size limit Barringer a/k/a Margaret Grantees, or Other Claimants not be visible at any time. They should be no longer in length than the heels of the is 15 inches fork length, and Barringer; Hardee County, ______/Defendant(s). shoes. the daily bag limit is one fish Florida; Erin I. Fitzpatrick; 2. Skirts, shorts, and skorts shall be no shorter than two inches above the knee Unknown Parties in Possession NOTICE OF SALE per person. #1, If living, and all Unknown with no slits. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN 3. All clothing must be free from rips and tears that expose bare skin. If clothing pursuant to order rescheduling is ripped or torn and exposing bare skin, then the student is considered out of dress foreclosure sale or Final Judg- code regardless of the location of the rip or tear. If pants/shorts have rips or tears ment, entered in Civil Case No. 2017-CA-000280 of the Circuit students must wear something under the pants or shorts. NOTICE OF APPLICATION Court of the 10th Judicial Circuit 4. Jogger type pants with elastic waist band may be worn as long as they are in and for Hardee County, not more than “1” size larger than the student’s measured size. FOR TAX DEED Florida, wherein JPMorgan 5. Shorts/pants with elastic waist band may be worn as long as they are not more Chase Bank, National Associa- WARNING tion, Plaintiff and Margaret A. than “1” size larger than the student’s measured size. Shorts must be no shorter than Barringer a/k/a Margaret Bar- two inches above the knee. ringer are defendant(s), I, Clerk THERE ARE UNPAID TAXES ON THE PROPERTY of Court, Victoria L. Rogers, will Other “Dress for Success” Requirements: WHICH YOU OWN OR IN WHICH YOU MAY HAVE sell to the highest and best bid- • Shoes must be worn at all times. LEGAL INTEREST. der for cash HARDEE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 417 W. MAIN • Students should not wear any clothing, jewelry, buttons, or any other items, The property will be sold at a public auction on the STREET, 2nd FLOOR HALLWAY words, phrases, symbols, pictures with words, phrases, symbols, pictures, patches OUTSIDE OF ROOM 202, or graphics which use indecent, swear, or suggestive words or are drug/alcohol or 15th day of August, 2018, at 11:00 a.m., unless the WAUCHULA, FLORIDA, 33873 gang related. back taxes are paid. To make payment or for ques- AT 11:00 A.M. on August 8, • Sunglasses, hats, caps or any other head covering, are not to be worn in the tions concerning real property taxes, contact the 2018, the following described Hardee County Tax Collector’s Office at (863) 773- property as set forth in said buildings. Final Judgment, to-wit: • Extremes in dress or grooming that cause undue attention or cause disruptive 9144 (PO Box 445, Wauchula, FL 33873). To receive influxes, such as unnaturally colored hair, tattoos, and body piercing (other than ears) further information regarding the Tax Deed Sale, THE EAST 25 FEET OF are examples of extreme dress and grooming and are prohibited. contact the Hardee County Clerk of the Courts, im- LOT 4 AND ALL OF LOT mediately, at (863) 773-4174 (P.O. Drawer 1749, 3, BLOCK 5, SUNSET Wauchula, Florida, 33873). PARK SUBDIVISION, AC- THE FOLLOWING ARE NOT ALLOWED AT SCHOOL: CORDING TO THE PLAT • Bandanas of any color or style, visors, shower caps, nylon caps, hair nets, and THEREOF, AS skull caps. The holder of the following tax certificate has filed RECORDED IN PLAT the certificate for a tax deed to be issued. The cer- BOOK 3, PAGE 9 OF THE • Hair rollers PUBLIC RECORDS OF • Chain wallets, dog collars, spiked wrist bands, or neck bands tificate number and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it was HARDEE COUNTY, • Unbuckled belts, overalls, or suspenders FLORIDA. • Yoga pants assessed are: • Pajamas or sleepwear ANY PERSON CLAIMING AN INTEREST IN THE • Leggings of any kind are not allowed CERTIFICATE NO.: 1310 YEAR OF ISSUANCE: 2012 SURPLUS FROM THE • Bicycling, stretch, or spandex pants or shorts SALE, IF ANY, OTHER • Excessively short or tight clothing NAME(S) IN WHICH ASSESSED: James A. THAN THE PROPERTY • Hooded garments Cunningham, Trustee OWNER AS OF THE DATE OF THE LIS PEN- • Bedroom slippers, sliders, heelys, or skate shoes DENS MUST FILE A • Bare feet Description of Property: Parcel Identification Number 16-34-27-0000-56540- CLAIM WITHIN 60 DAYS • Gang related items of any kind AFTER THE SALE. 0000 Winter/Cold Weather Policy: IF YOU ARE A PERSON WITH A DISABILITY WHO NEEDS ANY Outer wear is defined and includes: Hoodless clothing specifically designed for DESCRIPTION 390 AC 1/32 MINERAL RIGHTS ACCOMMODATION IN ORDER protection against cold weather such as sweater, coats, jackets, overcoats etc. TO PARTICIPATE IN THE PRO- A. Out of dress code long-sleeve shirts or out of dress code long-sleeve t-shirts ALL W OF RD LESS 1975.13 CEEDING, YOU ARE ENTITLED, warn for warmth as outermost garment are not allowed. FT THEREOF - PART OF 9185 AT NO COST TO YOU, TO THE B. Out of dress code long-sleeve shirts cannot be visibly worn under short sleeve ACRE TRACT LESS PHOSPHATE PROVISION OF CERTAIN AS- OR228P790 16 34S 27E SISTANCE. PLEASE CONTACT dress code t-shirts. THE COURT ADMINISTRATION, (863)-534-4488 WITHIN 2 The following outerwear articles of clothing are allowed and may be worn all day SUBJECT TO RESERVATIONS, COVENANTS, RE- WORKING DAYS OF YOUR RE- without removal: STRICTIONS, AND EASEMENTS OF RECORD. CEIPT OF THIS NOTICE. IF YOU ARE HEARING OR VOICE IM- • Zip-up (or button-up) coats, jackets or sweaters. These items should be free All of the property is in HARDEE County, Florida. PAIRED, CALL TDD (863) 534- from any inflammatory print or design. 7777 OR FLORIDA RELAY • Pull-over sweatshirts and sweaters. These items should be free of inflammatory SERVICE 1-800-955-8770. print or design. Unless the certificate or certificates are redeemed • Long- or short-sleeved solid colored t-shirts in Wildcat orange, gray, navy or according to law, the property described in the cer- VICTORIA L. ROGERS, tificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bid- Clerk of the Circuit Court royal blue are allowed and may be worn underneath “Dress for Success” t-shirts or Hardee County, Florida polos. These undershirts should be tucked and should not extend below the outer t- der on August 15, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. shirt or polo. By: Connie Coker All outerwear items must be free of rips or tears, and must fit within one size of By: Norma M. Juarez, Deputy Clerk Deputy Clerk 7:12-8:2c the student’s measured size. ______7:26, 8:2c A4 The Herald-Advocate, August 2, 2018 – HARDEE LIVING –

106TH BIRTHDAY BURN VICTIM FUNDRAISER

PHOTOS BY JIM KELLY Lester Elbertson, 55, (right) sustained serious burns on his face, arms and hands on July 1 from a brush fire and was airlifted to Blake Memorial Hospital in Bradenton. Skin grafts were required as he is still recuperating. At left is his This moose head hangs on the wall of brother David Elbertson, 63, former city Wauchula Moose Lodge No. 1487 at East manager of Bowling Green. PHOTOS BY JIM KELLY Main Street and King Road. On Sunday afternoon the First United Methodist Church of Wauchula hosted a 106th birthday celebration for Dr. Elver Hodges. From left are Bill Baldwin, Nancy Craft, Dr. Hodges, Karl Framer, and Lorraine Baldwin. Bill Baldwin is pastor of the Spring Lake United Methodist Church in Highlands County.

Benefit barbecue servers Saturday, from left, included Stephanie Wilkerson, Ashley Forrester, Celena Goode, Dennis Lake, Machele Albritton, Candice Harris, and Cindy Dutton. The benefit, which included a BBQ pulled pork and chicken dinner plus raffles, silent auction and 50/50 drawing, raised over $7,000 for Lester Elbert- son, who is employed with Florida Fertilizer Company.

Standing are David Weis and LaDonna Weis. Sitting are Louise Weis, Dr. Hodges, Carl Weis, and Margaret Hodges Blanco, Dr. Hodges' daughter. His actual birth date is Aug. 2.

CHURCH CHANGE

Wauchula Moose Club officers, from left, include Jimmy Richardson, first past governor; Jerry Albritton, trustee; Dennis Lake, vice governor; Alton Wilkerson, gover- nor; and Timmy Keene, trustee. The lodge has over 200 members. For more information call 863-445-1193. RURAL HEALTHCARE REPORT

PHOTO BY JENNIFER McCONKEY The First United Methodist Church of Wauchula is finishing its renovations this week. The remodeling, which began in January, will help the whole church campus look more uniform by adding brickwork and other changes. The work is being done by Halfacre Construction Co. The church will celebrate the finished renovations this Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Community members are invited to attend the event.

Don’t Be Left Out! Church HARDEE LIVING DEADLINE IS THURSDAY AT 5 PM

PHOTO BY JIM KELLY News John Gill, a physician's assistant at Pioneer Medical Center, spoke to the Wauchula Kiwanis Club on Tuesday, July 24, at the Java Cafe. He is president of the National First United Methodist Association of Rural Health and has lobbied in Washington, D.C. Healthcare is Church of Wauchula will host Carlton Care Chiropractic changing, and striking a balance of costs, patient care, new technology, insurance, its Children's Wing grand Chiropractic Laser government role, and information-sharing is a continuing challenge. He said tech- opening this Saturday from Muscular Therapy Digital X-Ray nology exists today to put a smart phone over one's chest and do an electrocardio- 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will gram, to take one's temperature and pulse, and take and send a photo of a rash to be tours, bounce houses, hot the doctor for diagnosis and suggested treatment. Adapting technology could re- dogs, the Children's Choir and I Can Help! duce the number of visits to a doctor's office. From left are Gary Delatorre, Charles so much more! The public is Cannon, John Gill, and club vice president Kyle Long. invited to come see the remod- Medicare & Most Insurance Accepted eling at 207 N. Seventh Ave. Call Today To Schedule Your Appointment –––––– The deadline for Church News 863-473-4732 Dr. Maria submissions is Thursday at 5 Carlton, DC 105 South 9th Av. Wauchula, FL 33873 Hannah’s Hope Chest soc7:19tfc Come for the next edition. Thrift Store check out Ain’t she cute another NEW New Longer Hours load of Mon - 9:00 to 4:30 Ain’t she sporty Tue, Thu & Fri - And I guess by golly furniture from 9:00 to 6:00 She’ll never look 40 Longboat Wed - 9:00 to Noon Key! Sat - 9:00 to 1:00 Your family that loves you! soc8:2p 226 W. Main St. Wauchula, FL soc8:2c August 2, 2018, The Herald-Advocate A5 – HARDEE LIVING – Fort Green News Decades By Rilla Cooper 773-6710 What were Hardee Countians hung on her dining room wall, thinking and talking about in it was brought to her attention Greetings from Fort Green! and a beautiful young girl said well at Doc Hodges’ party and route to Honduras. They are the 1960s, or maybe the ’30s? that this statue portrayed only We are losing some good you don’t recognize me do we visited. She also goes to very happy with any donations Each issue, we will revisit that 11 disciples instead of 12. She neighbors as Pam and Harry you? She could drive a goat Gardner and I got to know her for this missionary team. corresponding week and year is now searching for more in- Northup have recently sold and park it right beside the the same way and consider I understand Bruce Dur- in a decade past, using old formation on this interpreta- their home to a person from trailer without an inch in be- them good friends that you just rance was back at church, al- copies of The Florida Advo- tion of the biblical event. Winter Haven. They told me tween! Joe will be missed. don’t see except once in a ready playing the keyboard cate, the Hardee County Her- –––––– they needed and wanted to Faye Chancey’s bill burgess coon’s age. after three bypasses. He is re- ald, or The Herald-Advocate. No-Diet Diet: Why worry downsize. The new neighbors always blooms before mine Doc’s party was very nice. markable. This week, the decade of … about the hassle of dieting? “If are from the city, and I can un- and are more beautiful than Carolyn Wyatt told me she We had quite a few on the you can’t take dieting any- derstand people wanting to mine! Our yard looks terrible brought her young grandson prayer list last Sunday. Tina The ‘80s more, take charge at the Fortu- leave cities for the peace and now but is beginning to look a with her because he said he Owens cannot get around nate Life Weight Loss Center.” quiet of the country. little better or really we are had never seen a 106-age per- without help. Helen Albritton Aug. 4, 1988 This new business advertised If you are not familiar probably just getting used to it. son! Out of the mouth of is still not able to get out. Mary its upcoming opening at 116 where the Northups lived, it We had the beautiful old won- babes. It was great to see peo- Samuels is still in Hardee Fast Freedom: An escapee W. Orange St. in Wauchula. was the old Buddy Patton derful shade tree cut down all ple you never see unless at a Manor receiving therapy and from the Hardee County Jail The ad proclaims it is a safe, home place. Amazing how but one branch that the swing funeral! Jean Burton looked Lynda Abbott is still recover- has been captured after less homes retain the original hangs on. It was rotting and we super as did Florence Heath. I ing at home. Barbara Casey than four days. Two other es- owner’s name. I still live in were afraid when the hurricane got to speak to Dutchie Clavel, was not feeling too good on capees were caught within 48 Merle Abbott’s old home winds come it would blow and plenty others. Connie Sunday but is enjoying her hours but one led authorities place! over on the house. It will take Rowe was there and intro- grandson and children from on extensive chases and Our sincere sympathy is ex- a month of Saturdays to get the duced herself and it is things Virginia. She had never seen searches until he was spotted tended to the family of Cal deep tracks out from around like that make it more special. the great-grandkids. Andrew last Wednesday at 3 p.m., hid- Young. He is the uncle of Ron- where it stood as the machines Geraldine Crews manned the has been visiting for a couple ing in a Wauchula home. He nie Moye, and they were are so heavy. Eventually it will piano while someone led in of weeks. Please remember all was caught and apprehended telling me all the tradgies his be acceptable! some of the old songs that our the sick in prayer. by 15 officers and will be wife has endured. Besides her Sherman said we need two generation knows, “Let Me Roberta and Courtney charged with two vehicle husband being so sick for so fast-growing trees but the only Call You Sweetheart” and “Al- Alexander had a great week in thefts, in addition to current long, some family have al- ones I know that will grow ways.” The younger genera- Daytona visiting relatives. pending charges. ready made their final journeys overnight are the male mul- tion does not know what good Makayla Chancey also en- –––––– and sometimes a person has berry and we sure don’t want music is like! joyed the week. Confusing Art: Carol Brush more than their share. them. Ray Durrance gave me Dennis Sasser and Beth are Avie and Allen Eures and writes in her column this week Sympathy is also extended one years ago and I ended up back from a wonderful vaca- Kaylee Hogenauer are back about the statue she had under- to the family of Joe Sanders. hiring Charles Abbott and his tion and Dennis announced home after a couple of weeks stood to be a representation of successful, state-of-the-art He is a friend I made while group to dig them up! I had that Carolyn and Gene Con- at Anna Maria Island. They “The Last Supper.” After in- weight loss center and one of working at Gardiner and I even been giving them shots of ley’s home burned and that and a group of friends plan vesting $75 to have her photo the first in Hardee, Highlands knew all his family, brother roundup in their trunk but Gene made his final journey their trip every year. of this artwork framed and and DeSoto counties. and sister and his children and when one died, five others the next day. That is nearly Happy birthday wishes to their children. If I had known sprang up! more than a person can take. Faye Davis on Aug. 1, Avie about the services in advance I The Gulf State Quartet sang Our deep sympathy is ex- Eures on the third and my would have gone. at Gardner last Sunday morn- tended to them. granddaughter on the 4th. Im- I saw his daughter, Lynn, ing. Gladys Douglas was there Denise Erekson has been on portant dates! Letter To The Editor some years back in Balm when and sent word to tell me hello. our prayer list for some time Sure hope you went to town my daughter still lived in She is one sweet lady I really and got well some of the time. and registered to vote in the Tampa. I was on the way home got to know back when Hardee She says she is now a chronic August primary. I got to meet Keith Merritt Would Be after spending a weekend with County had Homemaker patient with incurable cancer. Diane Smith and she is very her and stopped to get a drink Clubs. Also I saw Hazel Far- Her husband and entire family likable. Ones working in the A Good Circuit Judge are active in the Mission Me- polls had training last week. Dear Editor: tions from the Commander of chanic Flyer, and Ronny goes Please pray for each other I am writing to encourage all Submarines in the Pacific and to Belize and is trying to get a and our nation. citizens to get out and vote in the Commanding Officer of the August 28 primary elec- the USS Bremerton. In Other Action tion. These leadership skills And I am especially encour- along with his continuing serv- ZS Town Commission Letter To The Editor aging you to vote for Keith ice to the community, serving Merritt for Circuit Court as a Lakeland City Commis- Roxie Finds Herself Up A Judge in the 10th Circuit. sioner while still practicing The Zolfo Springs Town Com- ably take over the residential Keith is a longtime resident the law and serving his clients mission considered the follow- part of Hardee County from Creek Without A Paddle of Polk County, graduating with legal skill and compas- ing items during its 40-minute Duke Energy. The commis- Dear Editor: supposed to receive a call to- from Lakeland Senior High sion, meeting last week. All five com- sioners want to make sure the Arrived home about 12:47 morrow (Saturday a.m.) to School in 1980. He served six gives Keith the ability to serve missioners were present. streetlights are changed to LED from Avon Park in a Corolla. I make some arrangements years of active duty as a nu- as a knowledgeable and fair —discussed, in a public bulbs since the town already am not happy about it because about "what-ever." clear electrician, he earned his 10th Circuit Court Judge. hearing, the town’s Commu- has an agreement about that this car operates so differently I received another call at Dolphins aboard two sub- nity Development Block Grant with Duke Energy. from my old "770" Chevrolet. 1:35 p.m. today, Friday, July marines, became a Navy scuba Barbara Stampfl application. —approved the purchase of I drove about 45 to 60 mph 27. Whoever was to contact diver and received commenda- Lakeland —passed the Florida Beef a new public address system home from Avon Park. The in- me tomorrow said "can't see permit renewal. for town hall for an initial cost struments are so different from me until Monday a.m." —approved an agreement of $8,694.80 and a yearly cost my U.S. made vehicle (I like I am driving a vehicle now about highway corridor work of $1,290.20. my old car better.) (a Corolla Toyota). I don't like HARDEE COUNTY FOOD PANTRIES with the county’s Economic —discussed updated costs I was very uncomfortable it. It is too different from my Development Council, with the for the Civic Center renova- seated in this Corolla because Chevy 700. Neither am I in the stipulation that the EDC uses tion. I did not know how to make mood to buy a vehicle. Alpha & Omega Freedom Ministries Zolfo Springs’ engineers in- —Town Clerk Amanda Wal- the seats and the back of the I do need to get some 113 N 7th Ave Wauchula, FL 33873 stead of bringing in new ones. lace reminded commissioners seat fit my short body. These "wheels." (I don't believe I Tele: 863-773-5717 —accepted the monthly Irby and Cannon that they are foreign-made cars are not for could manage a bicycle like I Requirements: Identification, Social Security up for re-election. Qualifying sheriff’s report for June, show- me. once could.) card ing 12 offenses handled, 16 re- time for the election for seats 1 I'm "too young" (91) to It seems "I'm way up a creek quests for information and 13 and 3 is from Aug. 20 at 7:30 enjoy driving these "new fan- without a paddle." I have re- When: Wednesday ONLY | 10 am – 12 noon tickets issued. a.m. to Aug. 23 at 5 p.m. gled" vehicles that are on the ceived word this afternoon I —accepted the water and The next Zolfo Springs Town roadways in this "day and can't be seen until sometime Bowling Green Church of God waste/water and transportation Commission meeting will be time." Give me back my "old on Monday a.m. At my age I 121 W. Broward Bowling Green, FL 33834 monthly report. Tuesday, Aug. 28, at 6 p.m. Lo- timers" like my "old used am not "looking forward" to a Tele: 863-375-2231 —noted that Peace River cation to be determined. Chevy," and I'll be as "happy car payment. Requirements: Identification Electric Cooperative will prob- as a meadowlark." I don't know what I am When: 3rd Saturday of the month | 8 am – noon I'll leave these new-fangled going to do? Only the Good models to the younger "whip- Lord will provide "what-ever" per-snappers." Just be sure I am to do. Cutting Edge Food Ministry they leave their "play things" Read my story in the future. 3059 Elm Street Zolfo Springs, FL 33890 Sorry for the inconvenience, but at home in their "play pens" so Maybe by-and-by we will all Tele: 863-773-2484 they don't drive with them. know the ending of this inci- Requirements: Identification They can keep or take their dent. The Lord will provide. When: Tuesday & Friday We will be CLOSED eyes off the road. Roxie Bentley says "bless 10 am – noon & 1 – 3 pm I have just received a call you!" Monday, August 6 from Alan Jay that it is impos- Roxie Bentley sible to repair my vehicle. I am Wauchula First United Methodist Church of Wauchula through 207 N. 7th Ave Wauchula, FL 33873 Tele: 863-773-4267 Sunday, August 12 Requirements: ID & Physical address (Light Bill, Lease etc.) Stephanie Gugle Computer Tech When: 2nd & 4th Thursdays of the month (863) 781-9720 1:00 – 3:00 pm (first come, first serve) We will REOPEN IN HOME SERVICE [email protected] Other Program: Bagged Lunch - M, W, F www.GuglesComputerServices.com soc8:2c 8 am – 12 pm for pre-school age kids & adults. Monday, August 13 Wednesday Night Free Community Dinner: at 6am 5:30 – 6:30 pm Fundraiser for Vietnam Veteran Hardee Help Center Thank You! 713 E. Bay Street, Wauchula, FL 33873 Tele: 863-773-0034 Yard Sale Requirements: Application with proof of Summer Hours: hardship Mon. & Tues. • 6 am - 2 pm Saturday • 7-? Programs: Emergency & Homelessness Assis- Wed. – Sat. • 6 am - 8 pm Spaghetti Dinners $5 tance Sun. • 7 am - 2 pm For more information, Contact the Hardee 11-? Help Center

All proceeds benefit a local St. Michael’s Catholic Church Food Pantry Pioneer Restaurant Vietnam Veteran 408 Heard Bridge Rd, Wauchula, FL 33873 2902 US Hwy 17 S. • Zolfo Springs, FL Tele: 863-773-4089 (Corner of 17 & SR64) who served 3 tours Requirements: Identification or Light Bill County Line Club When: Every Saturday 6:00 – 8:00 am 245 Hwy 17 N., Bowling Green Rev. 12/19/2017 735-0726 soc8:2c soc8:2p A6 The Herald-Advocate, August 2, 2018 Gov. Scott Makes U.S. Senate Race Campaign Stop In Hardee By JIM KELLY represent everybody and that Of The Herald-Advocate he will represent Florida's 21 Florida Gov. Rick Scott on million residents if elected to Thursday morning made a the U.S. Senate. He said he has one-hour campaign stop at shaken hands with 500,000 Mater'z Steak House in people. "I will try to solve Wauchula. He has been gover- problems." nor for 7-1/2 years, and the He served in the Navy. Scott Republican from Naples is said his favorite job is being a seeking the U.S. Senate seat grandparent. He enjoys talking currently held by U.S. Sen. to children. Bill Nelson, a Democrat. The Scott said he grew up in election will be Nov. 6. public housing, did not know Scott said the state's crime his natural father and was rate is at a 47-year low and that adopted by his stepfather. Florida has added 1.5 million Wauchula was among four jobs since he has been gover- city stops planned for Thurs- nor. He said he has been en- day. dorsed by 56 of Florida's 67 Scott would also like to see sheriffs and had high praise for term limits established for U.S. Hardee Sheriff Arnold Lanier. representatives and senators Scott said the federal gov- and control federal spending ernment needs to change to more efficiently. Polk County Commissioner Melony Bell of Bartow is running for state representative in this district in No- vember.

PHOTOS BY JIM KELLY Bowling Green Mayor Sam Fite, who is also president of the Florida Ridge League of Cities, talks with Gov. Scott.

Wauchula Realtor Noey Flores is running for a Hardee County Commission seat on Aug. 28. In center is R. Roy Petteway.

Keith Davis of rural Wauchula is a citrus grower and part-owner of Florida Fertilizer Company.

Doyle E. Carlton III talks with governor. His grandfather Doyle E. Carlton Sr. was Florida's governor in 1929-33.

Rev. Rod Cannon is a member of the Zolfo Springs Town Council and pastor of New Vision Worship Cen- ter.

Wauchula Realtor Ken Lambert, owner of Lambert Re- Gov. Scott and Nicholas LeConte, 10, son of Mr. and alty Company, is a member of the Wauchula City Coun- Mrs. Christopher LeConte. cil.

At right is Bowling Green City Commissioner David Rev. Jeff Fowler, pastor of Florida's First Assembly of Governor shown with Ann Schwartz and her daughter Durastanti, former superintendent of schools in Hardee God on Florida Avenue in Wauchula, attended Gov. Camille, 10. County. Scott's campaign stop.

From left are Mazie Pelham, 8, Hardee County Economic Development Coordinator Hardee County Economic Development Office Manager Kristie Schierling and her Sarah Pelham, Gracie Pelham, 10, and Gov. Scott. daughter Kaitlyn, 10, and son Dylan, 7. August 2, 2018, The Herald-Advocate A7

The governor is shown with Wauchula Assistant City Manager Olivia Minshew, City Hardee Sheriff Arnold Lanier, Gov. Rick Scott, and Hardee County Commissioner Councilman Ken Lambert, City Manager Terry Atchley, and City Councilman Gary Sue Birge, chair of the Hardee Republican Executive Committee. She is seeking Smith. re-election as commissioner this year.

Four Wauchula Police officers pose with Scott. From left are Lt. Matthew Whatley, Attending event were Edward Flood and Hannah Potter, assistant state attorneys, Cpl. Bryanna Lott, Ptl. Kaleigh Anderson, and Det. Sgt. Christopher LeConte. and Hardee County Commissioner Colon Lambert.

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED Shown here are Lt. Herschel Stone of the Hardee WARNING County Sheriff's Office and Hardee Clerk of Courts Hardee County Commissioner Rick Knight talks with Vickie Rogers. Scott. THERE ARE UNPAID TAXES ON THE PROPERTY ______WHICH YOU OWN OR IN WHICH YOU MAY HAVE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF LEGAL INTEREST. THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT The property will be sold at a public auction on the IN AND FOR HILLSBOROUGH 15th day of August, 2018, at 11:00 a.m., unless the COUNTY, FLORIDA back taxes are paid. To make payment or for ques- CASE NO. 18-CA-007069 tions concerning real property taxes, contact the Hardee County Tax Collector’s Office at (863) 773- In re: Assignment for the 9144 (PO Box 445, Wauchula, FL 33873). To receive Benefit of Creditors of further information regarding the Tax Deed Sale, CARESYNC, INC., contact the Hardee County Clerk of the Courts, im- Assignor, mediately, at (863) 773-4174 (P.O. Drawer 1749, Wauchula, Florida, 33873). To: JOSEPH J. LUZINSKI, The holder of the following tax certificate has filed Assignee. the certificate for a tax deed to be issued. The cer- ______/ tificate number and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it was NOTICE OF ASSIGNMENT assessed are: TO: CREDITORS AND OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: CERTIFICATE NO.: 1312 YEAR OF ISSUANCE: 2012 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that NAME(S) IN WHICH ASSESSED: James A. on July 23, 2018, a petition com- mencing an assignment for the Cunningham, Trustee benefit of creditors pursuant to chapter 727, Florida Statutes, Description of Property: made by CareSync, Inc., as- Parcel Identification Number 20-34-27-0000-50050- signor, with principal place of business at 14055 Riveredge 0000 Drive, #600, Tampa, Florida 33637, to Joseph J. Luzinski, as- DESCRPTION: signee, whose address is 500 625 AC 1/32 MINERAL RIGHTS West Cypress Creek Road, Suite ALL LESS S 15 ACRES OF 400, Fort Lauderdale, Florida Mater'z owners Tami and Scott Halstead pose with Scott. 33309, was filed. SE1/4 OF SW1/4 PART OF 9185 YOU ARE HEREBY further no- ACRE TRACT LESS PHOSPHATE tified that in order to receive any OR 228 P 790 dividend in this proceeding you must file a proof of claim with the assignee or the assignee's PUBLIC NOTICE SUBJECT TO RESERVATIONS, COVENANTS, RE- attorney on or before November STRICTIONS, AND EASEMENTS OF RECORD. 20, 2018. The City of Bowling Green election qualifying period for Commission Seats 1, 2, & 3 will open August 13, 2018 at 8:00am and will run until August 17, 2018 at 4:00pm for All of the property is in HARDEE County, Florida. STEPHANIE C. LIEB a November 13, 2018 election. Qualifying fee is $10.00 plus a $30.00 Election Assess- RHYS P. LEONARD TRENAM, KEMKER, SCHARF, ment. Candidates must be 18 years of age or older, registered voters and residents Unless the certificate or certificates are redeemed BARKIN, FRYE, O’NEILL & of the City of Bowling Green for the past 6 months. Candidates must qualify at the according to law, the property described in the cer- MULLIS, P.A. City of Bowling Green administrative office, 104 E. Main Street, Bowling Green, Florida tificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bid- PO Box 1102 during the above stated hours. Any questions regarding the election may be directed der on August 15, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. Tampa, FL 33601-1102 to the office of the City Clerk at 863-375-2255. Tel: (813) 223-7474 Proposed Attorneys for the By: Norma M. Juarez, Deputy Clerk Assignee, Joseph J. Luzinski M. Carmen Silva City Clerk 7:12-8:2c ______8:2-23c 8:2,9c A8 The Herald-Advocate, August 2, 2018 To Your Good Health Fleeing Suspect Lands By Keith Roach, M.D.

DEAR DR. ROACH: Do I have controlled hyperten- terol that do help your heart. you prescribe vitamins or sion, and have been taking The Mediterranean diet clearly In Highlands County Jail treatments to enhance the simvastatin, 10 mg. My LDL reduces risk of heart attack. Dr. By CYNTHIA KRAHL iff’s Office deputies and immune system? is 71, very favorable. My Dean Ornish's plant-based diet Of The Herald-Advocate Wauchula Police Department —C.N. HDL is also good, at 73. of very little fat and little or no A Hardee County man who officers in pursuit, Martinez ANSWER: I do not. In my Several years back, when I meat, in combination with allegedly tried to run from au- headed eastbound on State opinion, a healthy diet makes a started the statin, my doctor stress reduction and smoking thorities ended up behind bars Road 64 toward the county deficiency of a vitamin or min- added Zetia, 10 mg. At the cessation, actually reverses in a neighboring county facing line. Dispatchers advised eral severe enough to weaken time, I wondered why this blockages in arteries in some drug and other charges. Highlands County of the the immune system unlikely. would be OK, and he said, people. Statin drugs reduce Joseph Thomas Martinez, chase. Stress reduction (through many "Well, there is a certain syn- cholesterol and help prevent 31, of 4810 Sally Blvd., Bowl- Douberley said he stopped techniques) and good sleep are ergy there." While I have heart attacks, at least in people ing Green, evaded “stop his Highlands County Sheriff’s more important than supple- continued taking the Zetia at high risk for them. sticks” and eluded pursuing of- Office patrol car on SR64 at ments. and suppose it might be help- On the other hand, ezetimibe ficers for more than 20 miles Self Avenue and deployed People think that a daily vi- ful, I wonder if I need it. I say (Zetia) reduces cholesterol, but before being taken into cus- “stop sticks” to impede the tamin and mineral supplement this because it is rather ex- like most nonstatin drugs to tody in the sandy soil of an SUV’s progress. He watched Martinez is like an insurance policy pensive (about $500 a year treat high cholesterol, it has not Avon Park orange grove, ac- as the fleeing vehicle and its ing two small plastic bags, one against a good diet. However, with my part D coverage). It been proven to reduce heart cording to Dep. Chadwick pursuers approached, but the of a clear crystal substance and many studies have shown that is the only thing I take that disease risk. It tends to have Douberley of the Highlands SUV turned north 300 yards the other of a white powder. A taking vitamins does not, in costs me this much. few side effects and probably is County Sheriff’s Office. before hitting his location, he glass tube with burned residue general, lead to improvements My reading of the litera- not harmful. But you are cor- Martinez was booked into said. was behind the driver’s seat, in prevention of disease, in- ture suggests that while Zetia rect that it is expensive, and the Highlands County Jail at From there, Martinez al- he alleged. cluding heart disease, cancer or might help the LDL level, like all medications, it can pos- 3:16 a.m. on Sunday, where he legedly drove the SUV along On the rear seat, the High- infections. So I would be much there is no evidence that it sibly cause harm. Being con- remained as of late Tuesday af- Oleander Road toward Stryker lands deputy said he saw a more likely to recommend a improves longevity (i.e. car- servative about medication, I ternoon. Road as law enforcement offi- black safe holding two more better diet (especially in the diovascular). very rarely prescribe it. Studies Charges against the suspect cers continued to follow him glass tubes with residue and a fresh fruits and vegetables) —J.P. are ongoing, and I will read- include possession of cocaine, and Douberley took a parallel white tube. He also spotted than I would a supplement. ANSWER: This is a confus- dress this topic when there is possession of a controlled sub- path on U.S. 27 before rejoin- two digital scales as are com- Many adults have not gotten ing subject, because the theory more evidence. stance without a prescription, ing the chase at Lanier Boule- monly used to weigh narcotics, all the vaccines that are recom- (that lowering cholesterol pro- Dr. Roach regrets that he is un- possession of drug equipment, vard. he alleged. mended, and these are a huge tects your heart) and the evi- able to answer individual let- fleeing to elude a police officer At that point, the Highlands Douberley said the suspect benefit to your immune system dence (that it actually works) ters, but will incorporate them and driving while license sus- deputy said, he saw Martinez substances were field tested. for those specific bacteria and don't exactly align. High cho- in the column whenever possi- pended or revoked habitual of- driving on a sandy grove road, The clear crystal material was viruses. lesterol certainly is associated ble. Readers may email ques- fender. pull to the side and stop. methamphetamine, he alleged, with a higher likelihood of tions to ToYourGoodHealth Bond has been set at Hardee County Sheriff’s Of- and weighed in at .4 grams. DEAR DR. ROACH: I am heart blockages, which can @med.cornell.edu. To view and $22,000, Highlands County fice deputies and Wauchula The white powder was posi- an 81-year-old male in gener- lead to heart attack and death. order health pamphlets, visit Jail records show. police officers then took Mar- tive for cocaine. It weighed 1.2 ally good health. I am maybe However, not all treatments www.rbmamall.com, or write It all allegedly began as law tinez into custody, he said. grams, the deputy further 10 pounds overweight. I have that lower cholesterol reduce to Good Health, 628 Virginia enforcement officers here at- Douberley said the WPD charged. had no heart attacks or car- risk of heart attack. Drive, Orlando, FL 32803. tempted to pull over Martinez, conducted a search of the sus- Martinez was placed into diac symptoms. I walk on the On the one hand, there are (c) 2018 North America Synd., Inc. who was driving a Ford SUV. pect vehicle as he observed. Douberley’s patrol vehicle and All Rights Reserved treadmill for exercise. treatments that lower choles- Martinez instead took flight. Located in the center con- transported to the Highlands With Hardee County Sher- sole was a black box contain- County Jail. Notices

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED WARNING THERE ARE UNPAID TAXES ON THE PROPERTY WHICH YOU OWN OR IN WHICH YOU MAY HAVE LEGAL INTEREST.

The property will be sold at a public auction on the 15th day of August, 2018, at 11:00 a.m., unless the back taxes are paid. To make payment or for questions concerning real property taxes, contact the Hardee County Tax Collector’s Office at (863) 773- 9144 (PO Box 445, Wauchula, FL 33873). To receive further information regarding the Tax Deed Sale, contact the Hardee County Clerk of the Courts, immediately, at (863) 773-4174 (P.O. Drawer 1749, Wauchula, Florida, 33873).

The holder of the following tax certificate has filed the certificate for a tax deed to be issued. The certificate number and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it was assessed are:

CERTIFICATE NO.: 1308 YEAR OF ISSUANCE: 2012 NAME(S) IN WHICH ASSESSED: James A. Cunningham, Trustee

Description of Property: Parcel Identification Number 15-34-27-0000-53270- 0000

DESCRIPTION 640 AC 1/32 MINERAL RIGHTS ALL OF SECTION 15 34S 27E PARK OF 9185 ACRE TRACT OR 228 P 790 LESS PHOSPATE

SUBJECT TO RESERVATIONS, COVENANTS, RE- STRICTIONS, AND EASEMENTS OF RECORD.

All of the property is in HARDEE County, Florida.

Unless the certificate or certificates are redeemed according to law, the property described in the certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on August 15, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. 7:26-8:9c By: Norma M. Juarez, Deputy Clerk

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8:2p TheHeraldAdvocate.com August 2, 2018, The Herald-Advocate A9 Duke Energy Customers Solunar Forecast

8/2/2018 8/4/2018 8/6/2018 8/8/2018 To Become PRECO’s Sun Data Sun Data Sun Data Sun Data Rise: 6:51 AM Rise: 6:52 AM Rise: 6:53 AM Rise: 6:54 AM Duke Energy Florida an- customers through the electric community,” said Randy Shaw, Set: 8:15 PM Set: 8:13 PM Set: 8:12 PM Set: 8:10 PM nounced last week that it will distribution system, and Duke general manager of PRECO. Day Length Day Length Day Length Day Length file a request with the Florida Energy Florida will continue to “This territorial agreement pro- 13 hrs. 24 mins. 13 hrs. 21 mins. 13 hrs. 19 mins. 13 hrs. 16 mins. Public Service Commission to retain and expand transmis- vides the framework for both transfer about 3,000 customers sion-level services within companies to gain operational Moon Data Moon Data Moon Data Moon Data Rise: --:-- Rise: 12:36 AM Rise: 2:00 AM Rise: 3:45 AM in Hardee County and a small Hardee County. efficiencies and ensure cus- Set: 11:47 AM Set: 1:40 PM Set: 3:42 PM Set: 5:49 PM area of Polk County north of “With new growth and de- tomers continue to receive the Overhead: 5:35 AM Overhead: 7:07 AM Overhead: 8:50 AM Overhead: 10:48 AM Bowling Green to Peace River velopment over the years, util- safe, reliable electric service Underfoot: 5:57 PM Underfoot: 7:31 PM Underfoot: 9:18 PM Underfoot: 11:19 PM Electric Cooperative. ity company service areas may they expect and deserve.” Moon Phase Moon Phase Moon Phase Moon Phase The company’s current terri- overlap, which results in dupli- 71% Waning Gibbous 50% Last Quarter 29% Waning Crescent 11% Waning Crescent torial agreement with PRECO cate facilities such as power Customers’ Rates Major Times Major Times Major Times Major Times will expire in December 2019; poles and lines in the same PRECO will request ap- 5:35 AM - 7:35 AM 7:07 AM - 9:07 AM 8:50 AM - 10:50 AM 10:48 AM - 12:48 PM however, before the current areas,” said Catherine Stem- proval from the FPSC to allow 5:57 PM - 7:57 PM 7:31 PM - 9:31 PM 9:18 PM - 11:18 PM 11:19 PM - 1:19 AM agreement expires, Duke En- pien, Duke Energy Florida customers to either keep their Minor Times Minor Times Minor Times Minor Times ergy and PRECO will enter state president. “Although we current rate or move to --:-- - --:-- 12:36 AM - 1:36 AM 2:00 AM - 3:00 AM 3:45 AM - 4:45 AM into a new territorial agreement regret not having the opportu- PRECO’s rates for the first few 11:47 AM - 12:47 PM 1:40 PM - 2:40 PM 3:42 PM - 4:42 PM 5:49 PM - 6:49 PM to revise the service-area nity to continue to serve these years after their service has Prediction Prediction Prediction Prediction Hunting or Fishing Hunting or Fishing Hunting or Fishing Hunting or Fishing boundaries between the two customers, we’re confident been transferred. Average Average Average Average utilities and allow each com- PRECO will do an excellent On average, customers’ bills pany to continue to provide job meeting their energy needs, will remain about the same. As Time Zone Time Zone Time Zone Time Zone safe and reliable electricity. and both companies will work of July 2018, the total monthly UTC: -4 UTC: -4 UTC: -4 UTC: -4 Customers affected by the together to ensure a smooth bill for a typical residential 8/3/2018 8/5/2018 8/7/2018 8/9/2018 Sun Data Sun Data Sun Data Sun Data transfer will be notified by transition.” customer using 1,000 kilowatt- Rise: 6:51 AM Rise: 6:52 AM Rise: 6:53 AM Rise: 6:54 AM mail. The proposed agreement re- hours per month is $124.16 for Set: 8:14 PM Set: 8:13 PM Set: 8:11 PM Set: 8:10 PM Territorial agreements allow quires Florida Public Service Duke Energy and $128.78 for Day Length Day Length Day Length Day Length for the efficient delivery of Commission approval and will PRECO. 13 hrs. 23 mins. 13 hrs. 21 mins. 13 hrs. 18 mins. 13 hrs. 16 mins. electrical service and establish be filed on Aug. 31. The ap- Moon Data Moon Data Moon Data Moon Data and define geographical areas proval process could take up to PRECO Open House Rise: 12:00 AM Rise: 1:16 AM Rise: 2:49 AM Rise: 4:47 AM where a utility is the exclusive six months. Once approved, it All customers affected by Set: 12:42 PM Set: 2:39 PM Set: 4:46 PM Set: 6:50 PM provider of electric service. may take up to three years to the transfer are invited to an Overhead: 6:20 AM Overhead: 7:56 AM Overhead: 9:47 AM Overhead: 11:50 AM These agreements also avoid complete the transition. Cus- open house event on Tuesday, Underfoot: 6:43 PM Underfoot: 8:23 PM Underfoot: 10:17 PM Underfoot: --:-- the duplication of electrical tomers will have an opportu- Aug. 14, from 3 to 7 p.m. at Moon Phase Moon Phase Moon Phase Moon Phase distribution lines, services and nity to provide comments to PRECO’s headquarters, 210 62% Waning Gibbous 40% Waning Crescent 20% Waning Crescent 5% Waning Crescent facilities of utilities in the same the FPSC during its review Metheny Road, Wauchula. Major Times Major Times Major Times Major Times communities. process. Customers can ask questions of 6:20 AM - 8:20 AM 7:56 AM - 9:56 AM 9:47 AM - 11:47 AM --:-- - --:-- PRECO will serve the trans- “PRECO has a long-stand- both utilities and meet mem- 6:43 PM - 8:43 PM 8:23 PM - 10:23 PM 10:17 PM - 12:17 AM 11:50 AM - 1:50 PM ferred residential and business ing commitment to the local bers of the PRECO team. Minor Times Minor Times Minor Times Minor Times 12:00 AM - 1:00 AM 1:16 AM - 2:16 AM 2:49 AM - 3:49 AM 4:47 AM - 5:47 AM 12:42 PM - 1:42 PM 2:39 PM - 3:39 PM 4:46 PM - 5:46 PM 6:50 PM - 7:50 PM

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Our selection of trucks, prices and customer service makes it worth the drive to Bob Elliott’s Greenwood Chevrolet! 8:2c A10 The Herald-Advocate, August 2, 2018 22 New Teachers Prepare To Enter Local Classrooms By TOM STAIK Christiansen, Marcus Jenkins, Of The Herald-Advocate Kathleen Jordan and Erica Cathryn Uber doesn’t want Roberts to the staff. to give the wrong impression. Noemi Molina and Kristen “I don’t give rides in my free Villafranca joined the staff of time,” Uber said. Bowling Green Elementary. Uber, who pronounces her North Wauchula Elementary name without the “ewe” and added Priscilla Bowes, Linda with an “ub,” got a quick laugh Hernandez, Amber Huddlen, with the quip as she introduced Alexi Ozuna, and Katelyn herself as the newest member Reader. of the English Department at Christina Duncan, Randa Hardee Junior High School. Kellogg, Brandi Lefevre, Brit- New teachers – 22 in total tany Mishoe and Stacey Peter- across the Hardee County son joined the staff of School District – were intro- Wauchula Elementary. duced to Hardee County and Juliann Hunnicutt joined the all things Wildcat during the staff of Zolfo Springs Elemen- PHOTOS BY TOM STAIK two-day “Great Beginnings” tary. The Hardee County School District’s 22 new teachers were welcomed by various local vendors – from banks to teacher orientation at the Dis- Hilltop Elementary added insurance agents – and district administrators during orientation on Monday. trict Training Center earlier Lisa Coker to the staff. this week. The orientation – Monday to Sebring and when I did I Uber, hailing from Pennsyl- and Tuesday – was a Cliffs- was dying to get back.” vania, is one of four new teach- Notes version of the school Doyle Carlton III, whose ers recruited by district system, with requisite intro- family roots in Hardee County officials during whirlwind out- ductions in district policies and trace back more than 100 of-state recruiting drives ear- its insurance plan to how to re- years, served as the keynote lier this year. quest a light bulb be replaced. speaker on Monday. Hardee Senior High gar- Monday’s morning session “You have heard from the nered a triple play as they net- escaped the mundane how-to- lawman and the politician, I ted three of the four dos of the life of a new teacher guess it is time you hear from out-of-state recruits. as speakers focused on life in the cowboy,” Carlton said. “I am super excited,” said Hardee County. A long-time coach at Hardee Dr. Michele Polk, principal of Sheriff Arnold Lanier, who High, Carlton provided insight Hardee High. “Not only are handed his card to each and into the spirit of the orange and they great additions to the staff, every new recruit, took time to the blue. “The Wildcat is a they all found a place to live reassure teachers entering the mascot, but it is much more locally and that is hard consid- classroom for the first time in than that: it is a mindset; it is a ering the housing situation.” a post-Parkland world. culture,” Carlton said. Nicholas Masiello, who “Our guys are there to help “I encourage you as you comes from New York to join you with anything you need,” move here to open your arms the high school social studies said Lanier. up and embrace us, because we staff, came prepped for pride State Sen. Denise Grimsley are going to embrace you,” he as he honored his new school (R-Zolfo Springs), herself a continued. colors with an orange-and-blue Hardee High alum, tailored her Carlton adapted a quote tie. remarks to teachers returning from Publix founder George Also joining the high school to teach after exploring life Jenkins in his closing remarks: staff is Israel Pierre in the outside Hardee County. “Hardee County School Dis- Spanish Department. “Growing up I was dying to trict is going to be a great place Hardee Junior High added get out, and I did, but I didn’t or not quite as good of a place State Sen. Denise Grimsley was a featured speaker at Monday’s new teacher orien- Tiffany Browdy, Matthew get far,” Grimsley said. “I got because of you,” he said. tation. Hollywood Inside By Tony Rizzo Harrison Ford, who first "West Side Story," which Apple's original drama series played Indiana Jones in "The holds the record for the most "The Lone Night." Momoa Raiders of the Lost Ark" Oscars awarded a musical (10 starred in the original HBO se- (1981) at age 39, will play him out of 11 nominations), and ries "Game of Thrones" and for the fifth time at age 81, in "The Turning," a modern su- will topline the prequel, which "Indiana Jones 5," a continua- pernatural horror adaption of begins shooting in Belfast, Ire- tion of "The Kingdom of the Henry James' "The Turning of land, in October. Crystal Skull" (minus Shia the Screw." It will star *** LaBeouf). But first he'll be Mackenzie Davis ("The Mar- Jerry O'Connell did so well Re-Elect heard in "The Secret Life of tian" and "Blade Runner guest-hosting "The Wendy M Sue Birge F Pets 2" before reuniting with 2049") and Finn Wolfhard Williams Show" for a week George Lucas (producing) and ("It" and the Netflix series when she was ill that he'll host Steven Spielberg (directing) "Stranger Things"). a new Bravo late night talk E “PROVEN AND EXPERIENCED for "Indiana Jones 5." *** show, produced by Andy A Spielberg recently has pro- It could be a race for time Cohen. It will feature a panel duced "First Man," for two "Joker" of male celebrities, comics and LEADERSHIP” with Ryan Gosling films going into pro- E taste makers, discussing the BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL as Neil Armstrong duction, one with buzziest Bravo moments and a (the first man to Oscar-winner Jared variety of topics steeped in pop STRONG FAMILY TIES C walk on the moon), Leto, who played culture. T DEEP CHRISTIAN VALUES coming Oct. 12, him in "Suicide Also going the talk-show HEAVY COMMUNITY and "Bumble Bee," Squad," and the route is RuPaul, who has just INVOLVEMENT with Hailee Stein- other with Oscar- completed a pilot for a talk I ACTIVE SUPPORTER OF OUR I feld and John Cena, nominee Joaquin show. RuPaul found success VETERANS out Dec. 21. When Phoenix. with a reality show, "Ru Paul's About me: Disney put off Jason Drag Race," and hopefully will N "Jones 5," for two Momoa, who stars as again with the upcoming Net- Sue Green Birge. Raised in a strict, N years, Spielberg became free "Aquaman" (opening Dec. flix comedy series "AJ and the Christian environment with a family of to do his reboot of the second 21), will play a fearless war- Queen." G nine, (parents Jesse and Mildred highest-grossing film of 1966, rior, leader and guardian in (c) 2018 King Features Synd., Inc. Green). I was taught early in life the importance of a good work ethic. G Growing up in a large family makes you a survivor. We learned responsibilities Public Notice early! T Three things were very important: Per Florida Statute 101.62 (2), the Canvassing Board will meet on the following dates Work to canvass Vote-By-Mail Ballots: School Church Thursday, August 9, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. T H If you wanted to prosper and do well you didn't miss any of them! All Monday August 27, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. three of these influences taught me to be a builder. I was expected to E foster goodwill and advancement in our government, believe in our These meetings are open to the public and will be held in the Hardee County Public leaders and our workers and challenge each other to do more each H Library meeting room located at 315 N. 6th Ave., Wauchula, FL. 33873 day. My daughter, Joya and my son Bryan have given me three wonderful Noticia Publica grandchildren. My sisters, all five of us known as the Green Sisters live and have E Por estatua de Florida 101.62 (2), la reunión de escrutinio se llevaran a cabo en las C worked right here in Hardee County. siguiente fechas para al escrutinio de balatas: Our Christian heritage and this county remains a very important part of our lives. Jueves 9 de Agosto 2018 a las 10:00 a.m. H A snapshot of my community involvement: Lunes 27 de Agosto 2018 a la 1:00 p.m. Florida’s First Assembly Worship Team A Current Director of Hardee County Rotary Club, Las reuniones están abiertas al publico y se llevaran a cabo en la sala de reuniones Past President (3 X) & Assistant District Governor I situado en la biblioteca publica de el Condado Hardee, 315 N. 6th Ave. Wauchula, Current Board Member of Heartland Crime Stoppers, FL. 33873 Past Chair 8:2c L Hardee Republican Executive Committee, Chair Rotary Freedom Flights Coordinator for Veterans S Heartland Chorale Est. 1968 L Hardee County Chamber of Commerce Core Tenets: S Hanchey’s Carpets E Champion of business opportunities with a sixth sense for solving problems in complex business situations You don’t need to come to us . . . We come to you!!! 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We Move Early voting begins August 16, 2018 Furniture 863-781-4027 Jimmy Hanchey 8:2c Political Advertisement approved and paid for by Sue Birge, Republican for Hardee County Commissioner District Two 8:2p THE B Herald-Advocate Thursday, August 2, 2018 Pinning Ceremony Honors 12 Local Nursing Grads A dozen Hardee County res- and sciences, congratulated the Zaban thanked the extensive idents were among the 28 graduates. “We are thankful village of family, friends, graduates of South Florida for your accomplishments. We teachers and others who sup- State College’s practical nurs- know as you embark on your ported the nursing students ing program who were hon- professional journey, you will while they pursued their edu- ored at a pinning ceremony on take part of the South Florida cation, and she reminded her Thursday. State College spirit with you in classmates that it is now their The traditional ceremony your heart, and you’ll always duty to serve a village of pa- was held in the Alan Jay Wild- remember the support, the tients and their families. stein Center for the Performing knowledge, and the love you She shared her own personal Arts on the Avon Park campus. have gained in our institution. philosophy that defines her ap- Pinning ceremonies recog- “I know you will impart that proach to nursing: “If I cannot nize nursing graduates for their faith, love and support to peo- do great things, I will do great accomplishments, emphasize ple you are destined to meet in things in a small way.” their responsibilities as health- your professional career. “It is not the measure of how care providers, and officially Thank you for being our pride we will change lives, but in the welcome them into the nursing and joy,” she concluded. great way we will do it: profession. Nursing instructor and through human touch, atten- Having earned their occupa- keynote speaker Candra Polk tion, giving a bath, refreshing tional certificates in practical encouraged the graduates to bed linens, distracting a crying nursing, the graduates are now follow the example of actor toddler while getting vacci- eligible to take the National Will Smith by creating an an- nated, holding a patient’s hand Council for Licensure Exam nual personal mission state- when they are scared or con- for Registered Nurses and ment defining how they will fused, or being there for the apply for practical nursing li- improve the lives of others by families of the patients in our censes from the Florida Board continually striving to improve care,” Zaban said. of Nursing. themselves. Graduates received their The 2018 practical gradu- “No matter who you are or pins from a person of their ates from Hardee County are what you do each day, it is so choice, such as family mem- Ahlam Alqabsi, Reham important to stay driven, to bers and friends. Alqabsi, Irma Alvarado, continually elevate your mind, The ceremony concluded Stephanie DeAnda, Erica De- to elevate your spirit, and to with the new nurses lighting Loera, Maria Diego Macedo, care for your bodies so that candles to symbolize the im- Sonya Fowler, Maribel Garza, you will be able to love and pact they will make on the Erica Molina, Christina Moye, care for as many people as ef- world, and then reciting the Jessica Roarx and Berenice fectively as possible with this Nightingale Pledge of nursing Roblero. mystery of life we’ve been ethics, named after Florence On behalf of the college, Dr. given,” she said. Nightingale, the founder of Michaela Tomova, dean of arts Class President Dalal “Dee” modern nursing.

COURTESY PHOTOS Little Ivy Diego Macedo has the big task of presenting a nursing pin to her mother, Maria.

Local Girl, 8, Plays On National Softball Squad Valerieh Juarez, of Wauchula, was se- coaches in softball based on the athlete's lected to play fastpitch softball for 9U skill level and athleticism. USSSA Atlantic National Team in the All- Athletes who are selected to regional American Games this week. teams then compete against the other re- The tournament began Monday (July 30) gional teams in the USSSA All American at the USSSA Space Coast Complex, in Games. Sisters Ahlam Alqabsi (left) and Reham Alqabsi light candles together during South Viera, and is expected to conclude Satur- The eight regions include the Far West, Florida State College’s traditional pinning ceremony for practical nursing gradu- day, Aug. 4. Northwest, Midwest, Central, Great Lakes, ates. “Valerieh tried out Jan. 28 of this year, Southeast, Atlantic, and Northeast. and out of 300 or more girls she is the Valerieh, 8, is the daughter of Adam youngest member to make this elite team,” Juarez and Blanca Rivera, of Wauchula, said Sharon Knight, athletic director at and is a fourth grader at Hilltop Elementary. Hardee Junior High School. She is a member of the FL Impact travel The USSSA All American Fastpitch Pro- team in Dover, and she was a 10U Hardee gram created an environment where ath- County Youth Softball Allstar as a pitcher letes are evaluated by the top players and and shortstop.

David Fowler proudly pins his daughter, practical nursing graduate Sonya Fowler.

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COURTESY PHOTO Valerieh Juarez, 8, is competing this week as a member of the 9U USSSA Atlantic National Team in the All-American Games at Viera. She is the youngest member of the squad. B2 The Herald-Advocate, August 2, 2018 Old Times There Are Not Forgotten When my mother and step- were lots of different sounds forgotten. They showed old Antiques father married, we moved off making one song. videos of field shows, and I Kovels the ranch and lived in Largo, Playing in the band meant saw the impact we made. By Terry & Kim Kovel & Collecting Florida, where I went to high you didn’t really hear the Maybe that is part of school. Largo was home to the music; you heard the echo off Heaven: there, we will actually ALUMINUM ARMCHAIR cluding an aluminum that didn't Biscuit tin, embossed with Band of Gold, perhaps the the stadium. You never saw the see the impact of our churches. Sometimes a designer be- tarnish and a way to perma- blueberries and leaves, square finest high school band ever to show; you saw the impact. I Which makes me wonder: Will comes very popular with a new nently color the metal. The canister, serpentine corners, exist in this country. design, sells his products, be- brightly colored metal furniture beaded border, hinged lid, c. We won five National comes wealthy, and then his was popular in Hollywood, and 1905, 7 x 7 inches, $25. Championships, a World designs become commonplace was featured in movie theaters Strawberry serving set, sugar Championship, and so many and he eventually goes bank- and stars' homes. and creamer, oval tray with state championships we liter- rupt. That is the sad story of During the Depression in the inset holders for jugs, straw- ally ran out of wall space to Warren McArthur, a talented 1930s, McArthur moved to berry leaf design, G. Jones, c. display the trophies. For the 12 designer of the 1930s who was New York City and then to 1880, 14 inches, $360. years Bob Cotter was the di- among the first to make alu- Connecticut two years later. Lap guitar, steel, wood with rector, the Band of Gold was a minum furniture. His company made airplane inlaid mother of pearl dots, 29 musical force. don’t remember ever perform- we see the impact of the uni- McArthur (1885-1961) was seats during World War II, but frets, tube amplifier and From the first time I heard ing and not receiving a stand- fied body of Christ, bringing born in Chicago and grew up in went bankrupt in 1948. speaker, case, Kay, 33 x 10 the band, I wanted to be in it. I ing ovation. grace to a hurting world? Or a house designed by Frank McArthur died in 1961. inches, $635. learned to play trumpet, then At the World Music Contest will we see the feeble attempts Lloyd Wright. He went to Cor- *** Pudding spoons, sterling sil- French horn. When I finally in Holland, I remember the of a group of people doing nell to study mechanical engi- Q: What is the value of a ver, medallion handle tips and put on the shimmering gold standing ovation went on for their own thing, playing their neering, and by 1914, he had Fowler's Cherry Smash flower button on reeded stem, shirt, I knew I belonged to 15 minutes. Nothing else in own tune, putting Jesus’ name filed for 10 patents for lamp de- syrup dispenser? It was used Ball Black & Co., 1860s, Set of something bigger than myself. my life has ever been quite like on it, and calling it a church? signs. He moved to Phoenix at a soda fountain counter. 10, $1,560. One man playing a French it. Is it time for you to get in and, with his brother, owned It's about 17 inches tall. TIP: Never use mending horn could make a sound; 150 I realize now the Band of step and in tune? car dealerships and a radio sta- There's a pump at the top, tape or transparent tape on a people could make a tidal Gold and Mr. Cotter, the direc- Hardee County native Clay tion, and built the Arizona Bilt- and it reads "Always drink book. It will eventually perma- wave of sound. tor, taught me a lot about Smith is lead pastor at Alice more. He also patented a useful Fowler's Cherry Smash -- nently damage the paper. Even We didn’t just play at high church. When you are doing Drive Baptist Church in adapter for a car radiator. All our nation's beverage" on the Post-its eventually will leave a school football games; we church – I mean really doing it Sumter, S.C. He and his were successful. front and back. There is a 5 spot. played at Miami Dolphin – you don’t see what it looks brother and sister still own the In 1929, he moved to Los cent symbol on both sides (c) 2018 King Features Synd., Inc. games and did halftime at the like. You can see people’s re- family ranch in the Lemon Angeles and started a metal and three cherries with very first Tampa Bay Bucca- action to church, you can hear Grove community east of furniture business. He im- stems. Underneath the base it neers’ game. My senior year, the cheers and boos, you can Wauchula. You can follow him proved the manufacturing reads "John E. Fowler, Rich- we played at a University of hear the echoes, but you don’t at unlikelyclay.com. process with his inventions, in- mond Va., to be used by Florida Gator game at Tampa get the true picture when you Cherry Smash only." Stadium. One of our songs was are part of the movement of Letter To The Editor A: At one time, Cherry the theme from “Jaws.” The Jesus. Smash was the second most Gator cheerleaders asked us to There is, however, some- popular soft drink in the United play it over and over. That’s thing powerful, something be- Connie Rowe Wishes States. The name "Cherry right: the Band of Gold origi- yond ourselves, when we join Smash" was registered by John nated the famous Gator with others to have impact. We All A Blessed Summer E. Fowler in 1909. The com- “chomp.” can meet the needs of our company started out in Richmond I don’t mean to throw other munity with a tidal wave of Dear Editor, a relationship; they are want- but moved to Rosslyn, Vir- high school bands under the grace. People will stand up and I am wondering why there ing to hang on to always being ginia, in 1920. After Prohibi- bus, but we were drilled in the notice when we are in step and are so many relationships that right and are not interested in tion ended in 1933, Fowler fundamentals of marching and in tune. When church sticks to go awry. I believe the reason hearing anyone else's ideas. In started the Dixie Brewing music. It showed. We marched the fundamentals – loving could be because there are two Love Story there is a phrase Corp., but no beer was ever in step. Jesus, loving each other, and different people with two dif- "love means never having to brewed there. Cherry Smash ferent opinions and when these say you are sorry." was produced in Rosslyn until This brushed and polished alu- Ever notice how the TV loving God’s world – there is a minum armchair made in the cameras will always focus on power that overwhelms doubt two different people are stub- I believe I can identify with 1935. Your dispenser was made born and angry and each one that theory. i believe it means 1930s has the original paper the one kid out of step in the and difference. before that. Value about $2,000 label. The wooden arms have band? They never found “that I went back recently for the wants to keep their opinion, to accept the other person just to $3,000. weathered original green enamel guy” in the Band of Gold. We 50th Anniversary of the found- then we have WW 3. the way they are uncondition- paint. It auctioned for $2,400 last played in tune. For the non- ing of the Band of Gold and The worst thing about argu- ally, and then I believe we CURRENT PRICES year at a James Julia auction. musical among you, that the 40th Anniversary of the ing is when someone chooses would be living in a com- meant we sounded like one in- World Championship. We to just hang up the phone and pletely different place. It strument though we were 150 gathered to remember and cel- doesn't want to discuss coming would be called Heaven and different instruments. There ebrate old times that are not up with a solution. This is the not Earth. Wouldn't that be rudest and most selfish thing wonderful, Heaven on Earth. Notices someone can do to someone in Actually in reality if we had a relationship. Heaven on Earth there would Jesus said to turn the other be no reason to die or look for- cheek when someone hits you ward to being with Jesus in ______and threatens you. I believe He Heaven. It sure would make IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF against it. said to do that so you wouldn't life be a lot easier and happier. THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT C/O Winfried Kunkel judge the other person. I be- Hope everyone is having a IN AND FOR HARDEE COUNTY, Haupetstrabe 70 FLORIDA A 7302 Nikitsch Osterreich lieve in today's world we may blessed summer. Austria get ourselves shot. CASE NO. 252018CA000119 Actually I believe when two Connie Rowe YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an ac- people argue, they do not want Wauchula SOUTH FT. MEADE LAND tion has been filed against you to MANAGEMENT, INC., a quiet title on the following de- Florida corporation scribed property in Hardee Plaintiff, County, Florida:

vs. Parcel ID No. 15-34-24- 0000-00160-0000 IDOB, INC., a dissolved Florida Tract B-12, IDOB, INC., corporation, and its CITRUS GROVES, more officers, directors, particularly described as: Celebrating In August: stockholders, creditors, and all Begin at the NW corner of Admit You're Happy Month other parties claiming by, said Section 15, Township through, under or against it, 34 South, Range 24 East, Family Fun Month Defendants. Hardee County, Florida, ______/ and run thence S. National Catfish Month 89°42’41” E. and along the National Eye Exam Month AMENDED NOTICE OF ACTION North line of said Section 15, 73.91 feet; thence National Golf Month TO: IDOB, INC., a dissolved S.0°43’30”W, 1679.95 feet Peach Month Florida corporation, and its offi- to the P.O.B.; thence con- cers, directors, stockholders, tinue same line, 385.0 feet; National Crayon Collection Month creditors, and all other parties thence S. 89°38’32” E, 7:19-8:2p claiming by, through, under or 86.00 feet; thence S. 0°43’30” W, 55.00 feet; thence S. 89°38’32’ E, 744.0 feet; thence N 0°43’30” E, 385.0 feet; thence N 89°38’32” W, 682.0 feet; thence N 0°43’30” E, 55.0 feet; thence N 89°38’32”W, CNA CLASSES 148.0 feet P.O.B. Subject to a 10 ft. road and maintenance easement along East side.

Classes will be AND Commence at NW corner of Section 15, Township 34 South, Range 24 East, August 16, 2018 — November 8, 2018 Hardee County, Florida, and run thence S. 89°42’41” E, and along the Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays North line of said Section 15 a distance of 73.91 feet; thence S. 0°43’30” W, 4:00pm - 9:00pm 2064.95 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence continue S 0°43’30” W, 55.00 feet; thence S 89°38’32” E, Clinical Days Will Vary 86.00 feet; thence N 0°43’30” E, 55.00 feet; thence N. 89°38’32” W, 86.00 feet to the Point of Other requirements: Beginning. Recent TABE test, transcripts from high school, and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if GED or college and proof of residency. any, to JOHN W. H. BURTON of John W. H. Burton, P.A., Post Of- fice Drawer 1729, Wauchula, FL Financial Assistance is available 33873-1729, on or before the 31st day of August, 2018, and file for those who qualify. This is a the original with the Clerk of the Court either before service on Career Pathways program. Plaintiffs’ attorney or immediately thereafter, or a default will be entered against you for the re- For additional information contact FSC at lief demanded in the complaint or petition.

863-993-1333 WITNESS my hand and seal of this Court on this 26th day of or visit us at July, 2018. fsc.desotoschools.com VICTORIA L. ROGERS, and Clerk of Courts By: J Wingo Deputy Clerk 8:2,9c Click on Applications ______8:2,23c August 2, 2018, The Herald-Advocate B3 Crime Blotter Courthouse Report

Sheriff’s deputies and city police officers investigated the fol- July 26, residences were burglarized on the 3100 block of COUNTY COURT indebtedness. lowing incidents and made the following arrests during the Edwards Peace Drive and on the 700 block of Chamberlain The following marriage li- past week. All suspects or defendants are presumed innocent Boulevard. censes were issued recently in The following decisions on of the charges against them. the Clerk of Courts Office: civil cases pending in the Cir- July 25, Ronda Michelle Hernandez, 45, of 1131 Old South No marriage licenses were cuit Court were handed COUNTY Dr., Lakeland, was arrested by Dep. Steve Ahrens and charged issued during this recording pe- down recently by the circuit July 29, Rosanna M. Sanchez, 35, of 1575 N. Florida Ave., with probation violation. riod. judge: Wauchula, was arrested by Dep. Edilberto Soto and Dep. Donny Pamela Moralez and Eliseo Eversole and charged with vehicle theft and probation violation. July 24, Ricardo Luis Colon, 35, of 1557 Sycamore Ave., The following civil actions Moralez, voluntary dismissal. July 29, Daniel Cuevas, 28, of 223 Park Dr., Wauchula, was Lake Placid, was booked in by Corrections Ofc. Trevor Napier and small-claims cases were Tina Skinner vs. Manuel arrested by Dep. Dean DeDominicis and charged with battery. and charged with probation violation. disposed of recently by the Casas, final judgment for in- July 29, a vehicle was reported stolen on the 1700 block of July 24, criminal mischief was reported on the 2100 block county judge: junction for protection against North Florida Avenue. of Stansfield Avenue. Gregorio Guzman vs. Sur- violence. July 29, a residence was burglarized on the 100 block of gery Partners of Millenia, vol- Rosa Estrada vs. Marsha East Broward Street. July 23, Anthony Lashaun Belcher, 41, of 811 Chamberlain untary dismissal. Jean Fields, Brenda Bryan July 29, animal cruelty was reported on the 2900 block of Blvd., Wauchula, was arrested by Dep. John Layport and Bank of America vs. Mari- Gough and Progressive Amer- Redbird Lane. charged with battery. lyn L. Pierre-Paul, final sum- ican Insurance Co., dismissal mary judgment for $11,472.51. of defendant Progressive July 28, Oliver Alexander Elias-Aguinaga, 28, of 1029 S. WAUCHULA Capital One Bank vs. Denia American Insurance Co. Central, Lakeland, was arrested by Dep. John Layport and July 29, George Gil, 34, of 4520 Fifth St. W., Bradenton, D. Mitchell, final judgment for Florida Department of Rev- charged with failure to appear in court. was arrested by Det. Pablo Bermudez and charged with posses- $3,025.95. enue and Stephanie Lashawn July 28, a vehicle was reported stolen on the 100 block of sion of methamphetamine, possession of drugs without a pre- Thomas vs. Adrienne Al- Garza Road. scription, and possession of narcotics equipment. Sentencing data for criminal varado, notice of voluntary dis- July 28, a theft was reported on the 3900 block of Raccoon July 29, a residence was burglarized on the 800 block of traffic, misdemeanor and missal. Road. South Ninth Avenue. felony court cases will return to Janice Aison Ellison and this weekly “Courthouse Re- Ralph Williams III, final judg- July 27, Christopher Lee Eures, 23, of 316 S. 11th Ave., July 28, Sergio Alexandro Reyna, 31, of 902 N. Florida port” within the next 2-3 weeks ment of divorce. Wauchula, was arrested by Dep. Cierra Johnson and charged Ave., Wauchula, was arrested by Ofc. Estella Islas and charged as reporting arrangements are Gladys W. Craycraft and with contempt of court. with cocaine trafficking, possession of methamphetamine, pos- finalized. Gregory Craycraft, final judg- July 27, thefts were reported on the 1400 block of U.S. 17 session of narcotics equipment, and possession of marijuana not ment of divorce. North, the 2500 block of U.S. 17 South, the 800 block of Sally more than 20 grams. CIRCUIT COURT Place and the 100 block of East Broward Street. July 28, Yolonda Dawn Kersey, 18, of 5165 Deer Run, The following civil actions The following deeds for July 27, criminal mischief was reported on the 1000 block Zolfo Springs, was arrested by Ofc. Emmanuel Vazquez and were filed recently in the of- real estate transactions of of Makowski Road. charged with probation violation. fice of the Circuit Court: $10,000 or more were filed Nationstar Mortgage vs. recently in the Clerk of July 27, a residence was burglarized on the 300 block of Heirs of Wanda Durrance, Courts Office: East Main Street. mortgage foreclosure. George E. Pippin Jr. to July 27, a vehicle was reported stolen on the 600 block of Valerie Inez Hernandez vs. Richard D. Pippin Sr., for INVITATION FOR SEALED BIDS South First Avenue. Francisco Granadero Jr., peti- $127,900. tion for child support. Staton Housing Inc. to Fran- REMOVE AND REPLACE July 24, a theft was reported on the 400 block of North Quinton Stacy Young and cisca Corsbie, for $137,500. EXISTING AIR HANDLING Ninth Avenue. Jackie L. Young, petition for Carmen J. and Barbara divorce. Anne Casile to Carl R. Van UNITS AT July 23, a fight occurred on the 1000 block of Downing Cir- Deutsche Bank National vs. Gorkom, for $52,000. HARDEE SENIOR HIGH cle. Maria Rivera, Hardee County, J. Leonard and Mary Lois Cavalry Portfolio Services Inc. Crawley to J. Leonard Craw- SCHOOL BLDG 600 & BOWLING GREEN and Alvaro Lemus, mortgage ley, Mary Lois Crawley, Todd BLDG 700 July 28, criminal mischief was reported on the 5000 block foreclosure. Leonard Crawley and Michelle of Willow Avenue. Deanna Mullins and Robert Lynn Yeomans, for $60,300. Sealed bids will be received by The School Board of Mullins, petition for divorce. Tammy D. Kirk to Mark El- Hardee County, at the Superintendent’s Office, 1009 July 27, Adrian Rios, 27, of 3507 Ninth St. Ct. W., Braden- Katherine Beth Farabee vs. liott and Andrea Paige McCoy, North 6th Ave., Wauchula, Florida 33873 until 2:00 p.m. ton, was arrested by Sgt. Eddie Coronado on an out-of-county Gary Dean Farabee, child sup- for $42,000. on September 11, 2018, at which time all bids shall be warrant. port administrative order. Irdia Raj and Angela Desai publicly opened for furnishing all labor and material and Luis and Ada Navarro vs. to W. Kelly and Elizabeth A. performing all work necessary for the Removal and Re- July 24, Marco Antonio Calvillo, 28, of 5121 Martin Luther Security First Insurance Co., Durrance, for $237,500. placement of two existing Air Handling Units #1 and as- King Jr. Dr., Bowling Green, was arrested by Ofc. Robert Wright contracts and indebtedness. Samuel J. and Karen D. sociated piping at Hardee Senior High School, Bldg 600 and charged with resisting an officer without violence. Juan Garcia and Rebecca Albritton to Alpha & Omega and Bldg 700, at 830 Altman Road, Wauchula, FL. July 24, a vehicle was burglarized on the 4400 block of Olvera vs. American Integrity Freedom Ministries Inc., for Bryan Avenue. Insurance Co., contracts and $132,000. Each bid shall be accompanied by a Bid Bond and shall be written on the form of Bid Bond satisfactory to the Board or a Cashier’s Check in an amount no less than five percent (5%) of the total amount of the base bid as a guarantee that the Bidder shall, if awarded the con- STATE OF FLORIDA tract, enter into a written contract with the Board, satisfactory in form to the Board, containing a liquidated DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION damages clause, requiring Worker’s Compensation and NOTICE OF INTENT TO ISSUE Public Liability Insurance as required by the Board. The successful bidder shall give a Performance and Pay- The Department of Environmental Protection (Department) announces Notice of Intent to issue a variance (File No. ment Bond satisfactory in form to the Board in the full 0142476-076) under Section 378.212, Florida Statutes (F.S.), and Rule 62C-16.0045, Florida Administrative Code amount of the Contract price within ten (10) days after (F.A.C.) to Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC (Mosaic). Mosaic is requesting a variance for the Fort Green Mine from the require- acceptance of the bid by the Board. Bidder must be a ments of Chapters 378.209(1), F.S., and Rule 62C-16.0051(12)(b) Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C). licensed Florida Contractor (“Contractor”) unless other- wise set forth in these bid documents. The project site is located north and south of SR 62 and east of SR 37 in Polk, Hardee, and Manatee Counties. The Fort Green Mine includes all or portions of Sections 20, 22, 27-29 Township 32 South, Range 23 East; Sections 3- Each bid shall be submitted to the Office of the Super- 5, 9-10, 29-32, Township 33 South, Range 23 East; 5-8, 18 Township 34 South, Range 23 East; and Sections 13- intendent of Schools, Hardee County School Board, 14, Township 34 South, Range 23 East. The mine is located within the landward extent of the folloing Class III waters: P.O. Box 1678, Wauchula, FL 33873. Bids shall be Gum Swamp Branch, Horse Creek, Myakka River, Payne Creek, and the West Fork of Horse Creek. Sealed and plainly marked: The project file is available online and can be accessed through the Department’s Information Portal at: BID – REMOVE AND REPLACE AIR HANDLING UNITS #1 https://depedms.dep.state.fl.us:443/Oculus/servlet/shell?command=hitlist&[freeText=]&[folderName=]&[profile=R BLDG 600 AND BLDG 700 – Hardee Senior High eclamation]&[creator=]&[entityType=any]&[createdDateTo=]&[catalog=26]&[searchBy=Profile]&[sortBy=Doc- School September 11, 2018 - 2:00 P.M. ument+Date]&[createdDate=]&{County=_EQ_HARDEE}&{District=_EQ_SWD}&{Facility- Site+ID=_EQ_MMR_142476}&{Application+Number=_EQ_0142476076} The Board reserves the right to reject any and all bids received and to waive any and all irregularities in regard A person whose substantial interests are affected by the Department’s action may petition for an administrative pro- thereto. Unsealed bids, e.g., fax transmissions, will not ceeding (hearing) under Sections 120.569 and 120.57, F.S. Pursuant to Rule 28-106.201, F.A.C., a petition for an be accepted. No bids may be withdrawn after the administrative hearing must contain the following information: scheduled closing time for receipt of bids for a period of thirty (30) days. a) The name and address of each agency affected and each agency’s file or identification number, if known;

MANDATORY PRE-BID CONFERENCE: August 21, b) The name, address, any email address, any facsimile number, and telephone number of the petitioner; 2018, 10:00 a.m., Educational Facilities Department, the name, address, and telephone number of the petitioner’s representative, if any, which shall be the 1015 SR 66 Zolfo Springs, FL Telephone number address for service purposes during the course of the proceeding; and an explanation of how the peti- (863)735-2055. Bid documents and specifications will tioner’s substantial interests are or will be affected by the agency determination; be issued at this time. c) A statement of when and how the petitioner received notice of the agency decision; All bidding contractors shall attend the pre-bid confer- d) A statement of all disputed issues of material fact. If there are none, the petition must so indicate; ence in order to have a valid bid proposal considered for this project. Bid Proposals from Contractors not in e) A concise statement of the ultimate facts alleged, including the specific facts that the petitioner contends attendance of the mandatory pre-bid conference will be warrant reversal or modification of the agency’s proposed action; considered unresponsive. f) A statement of the specific rules or statutes that the petitioner contends require reversal or modification Bid tabulations with recommended awards shall be of the agency’s proposed action, including an explanation of how the alleged facts relate to the specific posted for review by interested parties at the Hardee rules or statutes; and County School Board office and web site, www.hardee.k12.fl.us. Failure to file a protest within g) A statement of the relief sought by the petitioner, stating precisely the action that the petitioner wishes the time prescribed by Section 120.53(5), Florida the agency to take with respect to the agency’s proposed action. Statutes, shall constitute a waiver of proceedings under Chapter 120, Florida Statutes. The petition must be filed (received by the Clerk) in the Office of General Counsel of the Department at 3900 Com- monwealth Boulevard, Mail Station 35, Tallahassee, Florida 32399- 3000 or at [email protected]. Also, NEW PAYMENT PROCESS a copy of the petition shall be mailed to the applicant at the address indicated above at the time of filing. The Hardee County School District (District) shall have the option of using the District’s purchasing In accordance with rule 62-110.106(3), F.A.C., petitions for an administrative hearing by the applicant must be filed card (from Bank of America) to make purchases, within 14 days of receipt of this written notice. Petitions filed by any persons other than the applicant, and other partial payments and/or draws under the contract or than those entitled to written notice under section 120.60(3), F.S., must be filed within 14 days of publication of the purchase order. The District’s purchasing card is notice or within 14 days of receipt of the written notice, whichever occurs first. Under section 120.60(3), F.S., how- similar to a credit card in that there will be a small ever, any person who has asked the Department for notice of agency action may file a petition within 14 days of re- fee which the contractor will be required to pay and ceipt of such notice, regardless of the date of publication. The failure to file a petition within the appropriate time the contractor will receive payment directly from the period shall constitute a waiver of that person's right to request an administrative determination (hearing) under sec- card issuer rather than the District. Any and all fees tions 120.569 and 120.57, F.S., or to intervene in this proceeding and participate as a party to it. Any subsequent related to this type of payment are the responsibility intervention (in a proceeding initiated by another party) will be only at the discretion of the presiding officer upon of the contractor. In no case will the District allow in- the filing of a motion in compliance with rule 28-106.205, F.A.C. creases in prices to offset credit card fees paid by the contractor or any other charges incurred by the Under Rule 62-110.106(4), F.A.C., a person whose substantial interests are affected by the Department’s action contractor, unless specifically stated in the terms of may also request an extension of time to file a petition for an administrative hearing. The Department may, for good the contract or purchase order. cause shown, grant the request for an extension of time. Requests for extension of time must be filed with the Office of General Counsel of the Department at 3900 Commonwealth Boulevard, Mail Station 35, Tallahassee, Florida Payment through the District purchasing card is a 32399- 3000, before the applicable deadline for filing a petition for an administrative hearing. A timely request for method of payment, not a method of contract award. extension of time shall toll the running of the time period for filing a petition until the Procedural requirements for awards of contracts and orders must still be followed. Mediation is not available in this proceeding.

Bob Shayman The files associated with this order are available upon request. Please address your email request to MiningAnd- [email protected] or contact our office at 850.245.8336; please include the file number in your request. Superintendent of Schools 8:2c 8:2c B4 The Herald-Advocate, August 2, 2018 Robert Ray Smith, 91, Remains A Hardee Florida Cracker Cowman By ANNETA S. KRAUS most successful cattle barons, Special To The Herald-Advocate King Kong Smith. He and a Texans “strut their stuff” pal, J. W. Weeks, drove cattle. like the cowboys they are. On an occasion east of Truth be told, Floridians were Lemon Grove the boys inad- into cattle more than 300 years vertently caused a cattle stam- before a Texan tugged on a pede in the middle of the night. pair of cowboy boots! The stampede headed right for On their second trip to their camp. Robert Ray said Florida the Spanish sailed into the hair stood straight up on what is now St. Augustine in the back of his neck! No one 1521 bringing Andalusian got hurt — and no one “told.” cows with them. When Ponce It took two days to pull all of De Leon pulled in his anchor those cattle out of the palmet- and sailed away he left seven tos! cows. The Spaniards had had Robert Ray, now known by enough of the heat, humidity, his friends as “Rabbit,” gradu- mosquitoes, and uncooperative ated from Hardee County High Native Indians. School where he “majored” in The cows took to the shelter athletics, being co-captain of of the palmetto bushes, in- the football team and president creasing in numbers as they of his class. freely moved about. They Robert Ray tried college but were not a bit bothered by the was so homesick for Hardee natural elements of our fair County that he left, saying he land. had to go home to help his These Andalusian cows folks. were smaller than those that The U.S. Military draft de- graze around Florida today. cided differently. The Army They had long horns and claimed him for two years at weighed about 600 pounds. Ft. Jackson, South Carolina. Some Florida ranchers have This was during the Korean protected the cracker cow’s A Florida Cracker cowman. War. He was not sent overseas. purity so they can be seen However, he did manage to COURTESY PHOTOS fate would not be good in the to urge the cows out from their His wife Deloris Jo. today. hands of the carpetbaggers hiding places. The whips were play softball for his Army Hearty Spanish missionar- flooding the South. They shorter than western whips and team. ies decided to stay in Florida loaded their wagons with their could rotate, adapting them to After returning to his and try to bring the “heathen worldly goods, tied their live- use in the dense under brush beloved Hardee in 1953, Indians” into the fold of a stock to the wagon and hoisted (and scare off snakes). The Robert Ray married his high Christian community. They their families aboard to begin whips made a loud “cracking school sweetheart, Deloris Jo raised cattle to feed themselves the rugged dangerous trip fur- noise,” hence natural-born Taylor. and sold some to Cubans in the ther south to an unknown land. Floridians are now referred to The young groom worked 1600s. As late as 1850 the number as “crackers.” By the way we for Doyle Carlton as a cow- Not to be left out by the un- of families settling in Hardee consider this a compliment. man for many years while expected bounty, the local In- County could be counted on Among these early settlers making progress on assem- dians caught on to the value of one’s fingers. Compare this to was a chap by the name of bling his own ranch and grove. cows and began to raise them New York City in the 1850s “Smith.” Robert Ray owned and op- in the 1700s. Technically, the where the population was This fact brings us to the erated the Hardee County Florida Indians were the first 813,000. We Floridians may central character of our article, Livestock Market in Wauchula Florida cracker cowmen. have been late starters, but we Robert Ray Smith, descendent from 1970 to 2010. His son Finally the Spanish threw caught up fast! of a long line of true Florida owns Hardee Ranch Supply. up their hands in frustration. During the late 1800s cracker cowmen and citrus At 91 years old Robert goes to Their disenchantment of our through the early 1900s ances- growers. that office for a few hours sev- beautiful Florida caused them tors of many of our noted citi- Robert Ray is the son of eral times a week. to sell out to the United States zens of today stopped to make Hoyt and Annie Mae Smith. Robert Ray lost his lovely and they returned to Spain in their homes in what is now There were three girls and four wife Deloris Jo in 2014. their ships in 1821. There were Hardee. They unloaded their boys in the family. He was He has had a terminal ill- no return trips this time packed wagons, brought out raised in the Lemon Grove ness for 15 years, giving up on around! their tools and began to make community. Robert Ray loved modern medicine a few years He loved to hunt, fish and lasso calves. Florida became a state in a home for their families. to fish, hunt, and lasso calves. ago. He takes care of himself 1845, opening up land to They went into the ham- He would spend hours practic- in the home he and Deloris Jo homesteading. This encour- mocks, dense palmettos, and ing even as a grown man. His built in 1960. aged many other settlers to risk swamps to find cows to start love of lassoing calves brought Photos, plaques, and cow- the trek to this wild inhos- their ranches. That is why his- him into rodeo competition at boy paraphernalia are all over pitable new state tory refers to Florida cowmen an early age. the home reminding him of After the Civil War confed- originally as “cowcatchers.” His companions were the their life together. erate soldiers recognized their These ranchers used whips five sons of Hosey Albritton Robert Ray and Deloris Jo who lived down the road. They were blessed with a daughter, were hearty fellows, always Cathy Jo; son, Bobby, three working or competing in ath- grandchildren; and six great- letic endeavors. Robert Ray grandchildren. They fre- wanted to be just like them. quently look in on him or call Robert Ray went to the Tor- to be sure he is safe and well. rey School in Lemon Grove Robert Ray has wonderful then to Bowling Green Ele- memories that comfort him as mentary Strawberry School. he relaxes in his favorite chair. Strawberry schools were in He has earned his rest after a session during the summer life well lived. Robert Ray months so their students could Smith was a cracker cowman pick strawberries in the winter. at 15. At 91 he is still a cracker At the age of 15 Robert Ray cowman in his memories. was hired by one of Florida’s Robert Ray played football for Hardee High School.

Robert Ray, Deloris Jo and daughter Cathy.

His home is his Cowboy Castle. 8:2p August 2, 2018, The Herald-Advocate B5 Notices Kitchen Obituaries The Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) announces the following public meeting to which all interested persons are in- In Memory vited: KENNETH EUGENE Springs Coast Management Diva Committee: Discussion will in- ‘GENE’ CONERLY clude an update on manage- By Angela Shelf Medearis Kenneth Eugene “Gene” ment plan implementation and Conerly, 79, of Sebring, for- FY2020 Springs funding application and evaluation Tomatoes With A toes each year in a variety of Italy and are typically only 1 tablespoon cold butter merly of Wauchula, passed process. All or part of this Southern Drawl ways, both fresh and canned. found canned in the U.S. How- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan away Sunday, July 22, 2018, meeting may be conducted by Tomatoes are some of the Fresh is best, and the flavor of ever, there also are varieties cheese in Sebring. means of communications most popular garden vegeta- tomatoes is at its peak when grown in the United States and 3 tablespoons chopped pars- He was born on June 8, media technology in order to 1939, in Akron, Ohio. Ken- permit maximum participation bles in America. Scientifically, they are vine-ripened and in- Mexico that are classified as ley of committee members. tomatoes are classified as a season. If fresh tomatoes aren't heirlooms. San Marzano toma- 1/2 cup milk neth was a member of the fruit, but since they don't con- available, processed, canned toes are available mid- to late Florida Cattleman’s Associa- DATE/TIME: Wed., Aug. 15, tain the sweet flavor of most tomatoes can be a good choice summer at local farmers mar- 1. Pour the whole tomatoes tion and attended New Zion 2018; 1:30 p.m. fruits and are typically used in for most recipes. kets, and can be found canned into a large bowl. Using your Baptist Church. He also savory dishes, they are legally One type of canned tomato year-round. hands, carefully crush the proudly served PLACE: SWFWMD Brooksville his country in Office, 2379 Broad Street, classified as a vegetable. that is used by chefs the world This variety of tomatoes is tomatoes to break them into Brooksville, FL 34604 Tomatoes date back to the over is the Italian, San ideal for making tomato sauces pieces. the U.S. Marine Aztecs, circa 500 AD. After Marzano variety. San Marzano and are the only variety that 2. In a large skillet over Corps. A copy of the agenda may be centuries of cross cultivation tomatoes are celebrated as the can be used for a truly authen- medium high heat, melt butter He was preceded in death obtained by contacting: Water- and new varieties, they made foundation for the best tomato tic Neapolitan pizza. and add onions, green pepper, by his parents, Harvey and Matters.org – Boards, Meetings their way to Europe in the sauce in the world! This variety This recipe for Italian celery and Italian Seasoning. Clara Roth Conerly. & Event Calendar; 1(800)423- Kenneth is survived by his 1476 (FL only) or (352)796- 1500s. Ironically, the nobles, is named for the town where Tomato Marina Sauce With Saute vegetables until tender, 7211. who ate tomatoes from their they are grown, San Marzano Southern Cheese Dumplings about 2 minutes. Add garlic wife, Carolyn Stephens Con- pewter plates, suffered from sul Sarno. They've been com- combines the best tomatoes of and saute for another minute. erly, of Sebring; son, Ken The Southwest Florida Water lead poisoning. It was the acid- mercially popular since around southern Italy with a dumpling Add 2 tablespoons flour; stir Conerly (and his wife Si- Management District (District) ity in the tomatoes that caused 1875, when the first cannery typically used in American well, cook about 2 minutes. mone), of Deltona; daugh- does not discriminate on the ters, Joy Waters (and her basis of disability. This nondis- the lead to leech out. However, started and San Marzanos were South recipes with delicious re- Gradually blend in crushed crimination policy involves every the commoners, who ate off shipped throughout Europe. sults! tomatoes and the juices and the husband Rob), of Minneapo- aspect of the District’s functions, wooden plates, were not af- San Marzano tomatoes orig- bay leaf. Mix well. lis Minn., and Amber Rickert including access to and partici- fected. inated near Naples, Italy, where TOMATO MARINA 3. Add sugar, salt, black (and her husband Adam), of pation in the District’s programs The myth about tomatoes they thrive in the Mediter- SAUCE WITH CHEESE pepper, cayenne pepper and Sarasota; brother, Jimmy and activities. Anyone requiring Conerly (and his wife reasonable accommodation as being poisonous continued for ranean microclimate of the DUMPLINGS cloves or nutmeg. Boil over provided for in the Americans years until it was debunked by Campania region and the nutri- If you can't find (or afford) medium heat. Cook and stir for Susan), of Cape Carteret, with Disabilities Act should con- Robert Gibbon Johnson, an ent-rich volcanic soil from San Marzano tomatoes, Amer- 2 minutes. Reduce heat; cover N.C.; and grandchildren, tact the District’s Human Re- American farmer, historian, Mount Vesuvius. Similar to ican Red Pack or Red Gold and simmer for 5 minutes. Kenneth (and his wife sources Bureau Chief, 2379 horticulturalist and judge who French Champagne, there is a canned tomatoes are a deli- 4. For the dumplings: Sarah), Morgan, Griffin, Broad St., Brooksville, FL Thomas, Taylor, Katherine, 34604-6899; telephone (352) lived in Salem, New Jersey. He protected variety of San cious substitute. Combine flour, baking powder 796-7211 or 1-800-423-1476 (FL is best known for supposedly Marzano tomatoes that are and salt in a bowl; cut in butter and Lilah. only), ext. 4703; or email ADA- publicly eating a basket of grown under strict regulations, 1 (28-ounce) can whole, using pastry cutter or 2 forks Burial will be private in [email protected]. tomatoes at the Old Salem ensuring that only growers peeled, San Marzano or Red until crumbly. Add cheese. Stir New Zion Baptist Cemetery If you are hearing or speech im- County Courthouse in 1820 to within a defined area can sell Pack (or Red Gold) tomatoes in parsley and milk, gently in Ona. A public service will paired, please contact the be held at 10 a.m. on Satur- agency using the Florida Relay demonstrate that they were not tomatoes labeled as San 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or combine until dough is just Service, 1(800)955-8771 (TDD) poisonous. Marzano. butter moistened. day, Aug. 4, 2018, at New or 1(800)955-8770 (Voice). Today, Americans consume Traditionally, all San 2 tablespoons finely chopped 5. Drop the dough by table- Zion Baptist Church in Ona, more than 80 pounds of toma- Marzano tomatoes come from onion spoons onto simmering tomato with Pastor Stephen Darley If any person decides to appeal 2 tablespoons finely chopped sauce. Cover and simmer for officiating. any decision made by the green bell pepper 20 minutes or until a toothpick In lieu of flowers the fam- Board/Committee with respect ily has requested donations to any matter considered at this 2 tablespoons finely chopped inserted in a dumpling comes meeting or hearing, he/she will celery out clean (do not lift the cover be made to New Zion Baptist need to ensure that a verbatim 2 tablespoons dried Italian while simmering). Discard bay Church Cemetery Mainte- record of the proceeding is seasoning mix leaf and serve immediately nance Fund, 202 Sidney made, which record includes 2 tablespoons garlic topped with more Parmesan Roberts Road, Ona, FL the testimony and evidence 33865. from which the appeal is to be 2 tablespoons flour cheese and parsley, optional. issued. 1 bay leaf Angela Shelf Medearis is an Online condolences 1 teaspoon brown sugar award-winning children's au- may be made at For more information, you may 1 teaspoon salt thor, culinary historian and the pongerkaysgrady.com contact: Kelly.page@watermat- 1 teaspoon ground black pep- author of seven cookbooks. Her ters.org; 1(800)423-1476 (FL per Ponger-Kays-Grady only) or (352)796-7211, x4605 new cookbook is "The Kitchen 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper Diva's Diabetic Cookbook." (Ad Order EXE0630) 8:2c Funeral Home & 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves or Her website is www.diva- Cremation Services nutmeg pro.com. To see how-to videos, Wauchula recipes and much, much more, CITY OF WAUCHULA DUMPLINGS Like Angela Shelf Medearis, 1 cup flour The Kitchen Diva! on Face- COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY 2 teaspoons baking powder book. Recipes may not be 1/2 teaspoon salt reprinted without permission NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC from Angela Shelf Medearis. The Board of Directors of the City of Wauchula Community Redevelop- (c) 2018 King Features Synd., Inc., ment Agency (the Board) will hold the regular scheduled workshop Monday Au- Bible and Angela Shelf Medearis gust 6, 2018 immediately following the City Commission workshop which will convene at 5:00 pm or as soon thereafter as it reasonably can be held. The Trivia agenda can be viewed at 126 S. 7th Avenue or www.cityofwauchula.com. By Wilson Casey

The meetings will be held at the Commission Chambers located at 225 1. Is the book of Ecclesi- OBITUARY POLICY East Main Street, Wauchula, FL 33873. astes in the Old or New Testa- The Herald-Advocate publishes obituaries free of ment or neither? charge as a public service. Forms showing the infor- Pursuant to Section 286.0107, Florida Statutes, as amended, the Board 2. Who asked God, "Why is mation which may be included in a free obituary are hereby advises that if any interested person decides to appeal any decision made by pain perpetual, and my wound available at local funeral homes or at our office. the Board with respect to any matter considered at the proceedings, he will need a incurable"? Moses, Jeremiah, Paid obituaries may include additional information record of the proceeding and that, for such purposes, he may need to insure that a Abraham, Noah and rememberances. verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes the testimony and 3. Where is "For whatso- All obituaries, however, must be submitted by a fu- evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. ever a man soweth, that shall neral home. No personal submissions will be accepted. he also reap" found? Eph- The Board does not discriminate upon the basis of any individual’s disability Funeral homes can submit obituaries to obits@the esians, Colossians, Galatians, heraldadvocate.com. status. This non-discriminatory policy involves every aspect of the Board’s functions, 1 Timothy including ones access to, participation, employment or treatment in its programs or 4. With what did the seraph activities. Anyone requiring reasonable accommodation as provided for in the Amer- touch the frightened Isaiah's icans with Disabilities Act or Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, should contact the City mouth? Unclean finger, Sod, Clerk at (863) 773-3131. Live coal, Holy water 5. From Proverbs 15, what CITY OF WAUCHULA does a soft answer turneth S/Keith Nadaskay away? Harm, Wrath, Lust, Ponger-Kays-Grady Chairman Tears Community Redevelopment Agency 6. How many angels res- Funeral Homes & Cremation Services ATTEST cued Lot and his family from 205 N. 9th Ave. Wauchula, Fl. 33873 S/Holly Smith Sodom? 2, 7, 13, Hundreds City Clerk ANSWERS: 1) Old; 2) Jer- 8:2c emiah; 3) Galatians; 4) Live coal; 5) Wrath; 6) 2 (863) 773-6400 Visit Wilson Casey's new Trivia Fan Site at www.pa- PongerKaysGrady.com CITY OF WAUCHULA treon.com/triviaguy. 8:2c NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC (c) 2018 King Features Synd., Inc. The City Commission of the City of Wauchula will hold the regular scheduled workshop Monday, August 6, 2018 at 5:00 pm or as soon thereafter as it reasonably can be held. The agenda can be viewed at www.cityofwauchula.com. It’s about caring... The meetings will be held at the Commission Chambers located at 225 East Main Street, Wauchula, FL 33873. Superior Service Pursuant to Section 286.0107, Florida Statutes, as amended, the City Com- mission hereby advises that if any interested person decides to appeal any decision Guaranteed Lowest Cost made by the City Commission with respect to any matter considered at the proceedings, he will need a record of the proceeding and that, for such purposes, he may need to insure that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The City Commission of the City of Wauchula, Florida does not discriminate upon the basis of any individual’s disability status. This non-discriminatory policy involves every aspect of the Commission’s functions, including ones access to, participation, employment or treatment in its programs or activities. Anyone requiring reasonable accommodation as provided for in the Americans with Disabilities Act or Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, should contact the City Clerk at (863) 773-3131. A Trusted Family Name Since 1906 CITY OF WAUCHULA 529 West Main Street Wauchula S/ Richard K. Nadaskay Jr. Mayor 863-773-9773 ATTEST S/Holly Smith Locally owned and operated. Our family serving your family. City Clerk 8:2c 8:2c B6 The Herald-Advocate, August 2, 2018 County Proposes $61 Million Budget Crop Update By MICHAEL KELLY agreed to give Lanier a ing at buying property here.” Thompson opposing. Of The Herald-Advocate $521,065 increase over last Commissioner Sue Birge Public safety, which in- After being presented with year, which was nearly all the agreed with Lambert’s assess- cluded the sheriff’s budget, July 30, 2018 a budget built on a 9.46 per- additional revenue from the ment, adding that the proposal emergency medical services General: According to the National Agricultural Statistics cent tax increase, county com- rise in ad-valorem proceeds. “gives the sheriff everything and emergency management, Service in Florida, there were 5.6 days suitable for fieldwork for missioners cut the Sheriff’s Lanier told commissioners we can.” consumes more than $14 mil- the week ending Sunday, July 29, 2018. Precipitation estimates Office request for a $1.6 mil- he is losing deputies to sur- Commissioners left all other lion in the proposed budget ranged from trace amounts of rain in Dry Tortugas (Monroe lion increase and proposed rounding counties and was budgets as presented by county and almost all of the proceeds County) to 7.2 inches in Winter Haven (Polk County). The av- leaving the millage rate the struggling to attract new hires. staff, which were mostly from ad-valorem taxes levied erage mean temperature ranged from 78.3°F in Moore Haven same as last year at 8.991, or He was proposing a hike in funded at prior-year levels on real and tangible property (Glades County) to 86.5°F in Marco Island (Collier County). $8.99 per $1,000 of taxable starting salaries from $34,600 with a few modest increases across the county. values. to $40,900, along with bump- after insurance adjustments General county govern- Citrus: Average or slightly higher than average tempera- Taxable property values ing up salaries for existing em- and the five-percent raises ment, which includes all de- tures remained constant the entire week in the citrus producing across the county increased ployees to make it comparable were factored in. partments and constitutional region. Afternoon highs were in the high 80s to low 90s, with a nearly $60 million to $1.60 with new hires. Commissioner Mike offices, is budgeted at $6.7 couple extremes in the mid 90s. The warmest temperature billion, which will generate an Commissioner Colon Lam- Thompson wanted to advertise million for the 2018-19 fiscal recorded was in Palmdale (Glades County) at 96°F. Tropical additional $557,540 in ad-val- bert, who led the discussions a millage rate of 8.999, a slight year. moisture and rain showers on several days resulted in above nor- orem proceeds at the current to keep the millage rate the increase over the current year, Transportation projects, mal precipitation for much of the citrus producing region during tax rate. same, felt the sheriff’s budget with the option of lowering the which are funded entirely by the last week. Several locations in the central and northern areas All county employees are should be proportionate to the rate during final budget adop- state grants, will be more than received between 2 and 4 inches of rainfall. In the northern area, poised to receive a five percent county’s total budget. tion hearings in September. $15 million next year. the most rainfall was in Dade City (Pasco County) at 7.2 inches, raise, which includes a 2.5 per- “If we allow a substantial Commissioners have the Fire control, funded through and in the central area, Winter Haven (Polk County) had 6.6 cent cost of living adjustment increase to his budget, it has to option of lowering the tax rate special fire assessments, will inches of rainfall. According to the July 26, 2018 U.S. Drought and a 2.5 percent step increase. come out of another budget or once it has been advertised, be $3.35 million. Monitor, the entire citrus region remains drought free. Health insurance costs we have to raise taxes,” he but they cannot raise it during The Wauchula Hills water Care takers continued normal maintenance and spray pro- countywide rose two percent said. the final two hearings. and wastewater projects, also grams, consisting of applying summer oils, treating for greening, while property insurance in- Lambert said having a “I would like to propose ad- funded exclusively with state fertilizing and mowing. Irrigation was less regular in counties creased seven percent. lower millage rate is crucial vertising the TRIM (Truth In grant funds, will have nearly where it rained several days during the week. In areas where Hardee County Sheriff for the local economy to be Millage) notice with an 8.999 $6 million in projects coming owners are taking care of their groves, the fruit and trees look Arnold Lanier was seeking an able to grow. “The millage rate millage rate, and would be per- on line next year. good, and growers are optimistic about the upcoming crop. $11.5 million budget alloca- either drives people here or it fectly happy setting the final Contingency funds across tion, up $1.6 million from the drives them away,” he said. rate at 8.8991 mills come Sep- the entire budget will be Fruits and Vegetables: Crops harvested included avocado, current budget of $9.7 million. “It’s one of the first things peo- tember,” he said. around two percent, well bitter melon, boniato, malanga, mango, and okra. Commissioners ultimately ple ask me when they are look- He expressed concern over below the recommended five- the fund balances and contin- percent level. Livestock and Pastures: Pastures in Polk County are gency levels, which he called Fund balances, which fund growing well with the recent rainfall. Some flooded areas were “dangerously low” if the the budget with cash carryfor- noted in Hernando and Sumter County. Cattle condition im- county experienced another wards for the first few months proved slightly from the previous week. Family Fun For Everyone storm or other large unex- until taxes are collected, will pected expense. be around eight percent, below Field Crops: Hay was cut this week in Dixie County but After Lambert made a mo- the recommended level of 10 the rain prevented cutting in Lafayette Count and delayed pro- Heated Pool (winter time) • Hot Tub tion, it passed 4-1 with percent. ducers in Levy County. Field corn was harvested in Dixie County and will begin soon in Suwannee County. Some peanuts Pickle Ball Court • Shuffle Board are beginning to suffer from the excess moisture in Levy County. Horse Shoes • Mini Golf Sugarcane continues to thrive. Make The Winning Score! Thousand Trails SPORTS NEWS DEADLINE IS THURSDAY AT 5PM It took 17 years to create and fund the idea of the interstate. Two members of the U.S. Bureau of Public Roads presented a report 2555 US Hwy 17 South, Zolfo Springs • 863-735-8888 (WEEKEND EVENTS, MONDAY AT NOON) 8:2c to Congress in 1939 that detailed the need for a non-tolled road system in the U.S. It wasn’t until the act of 1956 that funding was finally allocated to its construction. NOTICE OF APPLICATION NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED FOR TAX DEED NOTICE OF APPLICATION WARNING WARNING FOR TAX DEED THERE ARE UNPAID TAXES ON THE PROPERTY THERE ARE UNPAID TAXES ON THE PROPERTY WHICH YOU OWN OR IN WHICH YOU MAY HAVE WHICH YOU OWN OR IN WHICH YOU MAY HAVE WARNING LEGAL INTEREST. LEGAL INTEREST. THERE ARE UNPAID TAXES ON THE PROPERTY WHICH YOU OWN OR IN WHICH YOU MAY HAVE The property will be sold at a public auction on the The property will be sold at a public auction on the LEGAL INTEREST. 29th day of August, 2018, at 11:00 a.m., unless the 29th day of August, 2018, at 11:00 a.m., unless the back taxes are paid. To make payment or for ques- back taxes are paid. To make payment or for ques- The property will be sold at a public auction on the tions concerning real property taxes, contact the tions concerning real property taxes, contact the 29th day of August, 2018, at 11:00 a.m., unless the Hardee County Tax Collector’s Office at (863) 773- Hardee County Tax Collector’s Office at (863) 773- back taxes are paid. To make payment or for ques- 9144 (PO Box 445, Wauchula, FL 33873). To receive 9144 (PO Box 445, Wauchula, FL 33873). To receive tions concerning real property taxes, contact the further information regarding the Tax Deed Sale, further information regarding the Tax Deed Sale, Hardee County Tax Collector’s Office at (863) 773- contact the Hardee County Clerk of the Courts, im- contact the Hardee County Clerk of the Courts, im- 9144 (PO Box 445, Wauchula, FL 33873). To receive mediately, at (863) 773-4174 (P.O. Drawer 1749, mediately, at (863) 773-4174 (P.O. Drawer 1749, further information regarding the Tax Deed Sale, Wauchula, Florida, 33873). Wauchula, Florida, 33873). contact the Hardee County Clerk of the Courts, immediately, at (863) 773-4174 (P.O. Drawer 1749, The holder of the following tax certificate has filed The holder of the following tax certificate has filed Wauchula, Florida, 33873). the certificate for a tax deed to be issued. The cer- the certificate for a tax deed to be issued. The certificate number and year of issuance, the descrip- tificate number and year of issuance, the descrip- The holder of the following tax certificate has filed the certificate for a tax deed to be issued. The cer- tion of the property, and the names in which it was tion of the property, and the names in which it was tificate number and year of issuance, the descrip- assessed are: assessed are: tion of the property, and the names in which it was assessed are: CERTIFICATE NO.: 1315 CERTIFICATE NO.: 1313 YEAR OF ISSUANCE: 2012 YEAR OF ISSUANCE: 2012 CERTIFICATE NO.: 1318 NAME(S) IN WHICH ASSESSED: James A. NAME(S) IN WHICH ASSESSED: James A. YEAR OF ISSUANCE: 2012 Cunningham, Trustee Cunningham, Trustee NAME(S) IN WHICH ASSESSED: James A. Cunningham, Trustee Description of Property: Description of Property: Parcel ID Number: 27-34-27-0000-52500-0000 Parcel ID Number: 21-34-27-9000-50050-0000 Description of Property: 409 AC 1/32 MINERAL RIGHTS 500 AC 1/32 MINERAL RIGHTS Parcel ID Number: 34-34-27-0000-50050-0000 ALL W OF RD LESS SE1/4 - ALL N OF SR636 - PART OF 600 AC 1/32 MINERAL RIGHTS PART OF 9185 ACRE TRACT 9185 ACRE TRACT LESS ALL LESS NW1/4 OF NW1/4 LESS PHOSPHATE OR228P790 27 PHOSPHATE OR228P790 21 34S PART OF 9185 ACRE TRACT 34S 27E 27E LESS PHOSPHATE OR 228 P 790 SUBJECT TO RESERVATIONS, COVENANTS, RE- SUBJECT TO RESERVATIONS, COVENANTS, RE- SUBJECT TO RESERVATIONS, COVENANTS, RE- STRICTIONS, AND EASEMENTS OF RECORD. STRICTIONS, AND EASEMENTS OF RECORD. STRICTIONS, AND EASEMENTS OF RECORD.

All of the property is in HARDEE County, Florida. All of the property is in HARDEE County, Florida. All of the property is in HARDEE County, Florida.

Unless the certificate or certificates are redeemed Unless the certificate or certificates are redeemed Unless the certificate or certificates are redeemed according to law, the property described in the cer- according to law, the property described in the cer- according to law, the property described in the certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bid- tificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bid- tificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder on August 29, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. der on August 29, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. der on August 29, 2018, at 11:00 a.m.

By: Norma M. Juarez, Deputy Clerk By: Norma M. Juarez, Deputy Clerk By: Norma M. Juarez, Deputy Clerk Pursuant to F.S. 197.512 Pursuant to F.S. 197.512 Pursuant to F.S. 197.512 Victoria L. Rogers Victoria L. Rogers Victoria L. Rogers Hardee County, Clerk of the Circuit Court and Hardee County, Clerk of the Circuit Court and Hardee County, Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller Comptroller Comptroller Tax Deed File: 252018TD010XXXX Tax Deed File: 252018TD009XXXX Tax Deed File: 252018TD008XXXX Date: 07/23/2018 Date: 07/23/2018 Date: 07/23/2018 Ad No.: 1 Ad No.: 1 7:26-8:16c 7:26-8:16c Ad No.: 1 7:26-8:16c

8:2p August 2, 2018, The Herald-Advocate B7 Sole Crushers Take Stump The Swami Honors At Championship By John Szeligo The Hardee Sole Crushers third place honors in the 800 were well represented earlier meter with a time of 4:03.83. C-USA Will See Growth At FAU this month at the AAU Pri- Amelia “Nuggie” Roberts, Well football fans, it is time to take a look at the conference mary Club Championship at 6, also earned three medals. races in which the Florida Teams will be competing. the ESPN Wide World of Roberts was second – the We will start with Conference-USA this week. Florida At- 4. Old Dominion — Could have a winning season but 6-6 Sports at Walt Disney World in delegation’s top effort – in the lantic University (FAU) and Florida International University looks more probable. Orlando. shot put with a distance of (FIU) both are in the East Division of C-USA. Next up will be Three members of the travel 10’8”. She earned a sixth place the American Athletic Conference (AAC) where both University track and field squad earned finish in the 800 meter with a of South Florida (USF) and University of Central Florida (UCF) eight medals at the July 7 time of 3:28.21. She claimed are forces to be reckoned. Following these articles will be the 5. Florida International University — Returns 11 starters event that caps the sport’s 10th place honors in the long Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) with Miami and Florida State but Butch Davis has more of a wild card team than a proven win- summer travel competition jump with a 7’5” effort. University (FSU) primed to make a run. The final conference ar- ner in 2018 — 5-7 looks realistic. season. Shanah Virgile, 8, claimed ticle will be the Southeastern Conference (SEC). The Florida Isabella Mier, 5, earned two medals. Gators — with 19 starters returning — are optimistic for the three medals. Virgile was sixth in the 2018 season. Mier took third in the shot 1,500 meter with a time of Let’s get to it. 6. Western Kentucky — Hilltoppers have fallen since Jeff put with a distance of 6’11”. 6:15.26. The youngster also Conference-USA stretches from El Paso, Texas, in the West, Brohm left for Purdue. It is doubtful they can repeat their 7-6 She was also third in the long claimed 15th place in the 800 to Miami in the southeast, and north to Huntington, West Vir- season in 2018. jump after recording a 6’7” ef- meter event with a time of ginia. fort. The youngster also took 3:12.37. The conference has 14 member schools spread across nine southern states. Nine member teams participated in 2017 Bowl Games (winning four) and led by Marshall’s impressive win in 7. Charlotte — Returns 18 starters but that may be the bad New Mexico over Colorado State. Marshall has won six straight news. They were 1-11 last year. Don’t look for much improve- bowl games which is the longest bowl winning streak at present. ment in 2018. The conference has two divisions with a championship game. The 2017 season saw FAU’s Owls — led by new coach Conference — USA West Division Lane Kiffin — win the school’s first conference title after finishing 11-3 that included a 50-3 victory over Akron in a bowl game. The Owls had three previous seasons with 3-9 records. FIU welcomed new coach and proven winner Butch Davis 1. North Texas — The Mean Green made it to the C-USA in 2017. The Panthers responded with an 8-5 record and a bowl title game in 2017 and could repeat in 2018 with 17 starters set appearance. While most prognosticators are high on FAU, FIU return. This team can put up points but have had problems al- reviews do not see the Panthers coming near their record of last lowing just as many. season. Now, let us take a look at how the Swami sees C-USA finishing in 2018. We will start with CUSA East Division containing the Florida schools along with Charlotte, Old Dominion, 2. UAB — Blazers will have North Texas looking over Western Kentucky, Middle Tennessee and two-time National their shoulders along with Louisiana Tech. The West is a three Champion Marshall. C-USA is more than likely a two-team race team race in 2018. UAB has recovered from the end of the pro- between Marshall and FAU. The focus will be on those teams. gram a few years ago rising to challenge again. They also return 17 starters. Conference — USA East Division

3. Louisiana Tech – 15 starters return and projections are 1. Marshall — The Thundering Herd heads into the season for Louisiana Tech, North Texas and UAB to all win eight primed for a banner campaign. The squad returns 19 starters — games. How that shakes out in the tie-breakers will determine including the entire offensive line blocking for an experienced the fate of all three. running back corps led by Ft. Meade’s Tyler King who had 820 yards and seven TDs and Keion Davis who added 812 yards. Quarterback Chase Litton is gone to the Kansas City Chiefs, but COURTESY PHOTO transfer Alex Thomson, who picked Marshall over Tennessee, 4. Southern Miss — Golden Eagles only return nine starters Isabella Mier, Amelia Roberts, and Shanah Virgile with will ease the loss. Isaiah Green looked impressive in the spring but this team is still in the hunt. They could be a spoiler on both coach Regan Davenport following the AAU Primary as well at quarterback. Whichever one is throwing the ball will sides of the conference. Expect to see them in a bowl game again Club Championship earlier this month. have the best receiving corps in the conference led by likely first- — 7-5 with a bowl in 2018. round pick Tyree Brady. He had 62 receptions for 942 yards with a 15 yard per catch average in 2017. Xavier Gaines, Lake Wales, is at tight end along with Cody Mitchell. The defense was ranked 24th in the nation in 2017 and returns nine starters. Ryan Bee is 5. UT—San Antonio — Used a great defense to go to a an All-American Candidate on the DL. The line backing corps bowl game in 2017 but have too many loses on both sides of the can be described as “SEC like”. The secondary is the best in C- ball to repeat that success in 2018. USA as well. Ty Tyler and Nirion Washington add local flavor to the Herd also. Both are from DeSoto County. Schedule – The Herd has a demanding schedule with a trip to South Carolina to face the Gamecocks early. They are undefeated in Williams- 6. Rice — Only returning five starters on each side of the Bryce Stadium having beat University of Southern California, ball and playing a tough schedule will see the Owls finish near 24-21, in 1998, on a last second field goal. North Carolina State the bottom with a 2- or 3-win season. visits Huntington in September as well. October 20th is the day FAU comes to Marshall. Expect a sellout and a Herd victory en route to a 12-1 and an extension to seven bowl wins. 7. UTEP — Coming off a 0-12 season with 12 starters returning, things do not look any better for new coach Dana Dimel who comes in from Kansas State. The Miners are not favored in 2. Florida Atlantic University — The Owls have Lane Kif- any game this season. Their best odds are against Northern Ari- fin with a new 10 year contract and a C-USA championship in zona in the opener. 2018 under their belts. They will be led by All-American running back Devin Singletary who rushed for just under 2000 yards last season. The offensive line returns the tackles but has holes to fill. The quarterback could be FSU transfer De’Andre Johnson. Tarantulas defend themselves by throwing needle-like barbed hairs from their abdomen at their attackers. To humans, Isabela Mier and Amelia Roberts mug for the camera He will have some good receivers to throw to in Harrison Bryant the barbs cause a nasty, irritating rash. at tight end, Willie Wright, and West Virginia transfer Jovan Du- as they display their championship medals. rante. Defensively the Owls return 10 starters. Games at Okla- homa, Middle Tennessee, UCF and Marshall will test this team in 2018.

3. Middle Tennessee — Rick Stockstill, former Georgia quarterback, has another solid team led by his son Brent, at quarterback. He threw for 1,600 yards and 16 touchdowns in 2017 despite being injured. The Blue Raiders have solid receivers and running backs. This team could get a bowl bid but play a tough out of conference schedule with games against three SEC teams (Vanderbilt, Georgia and Kentucky).

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Hacienda Farms, Inc. is hiring 40 farmworkers to cultivate and harvest vegetable crops Del Sur Harvesting, LLC is hiring 54 farmworkers to harvest apples in Henderson in Transylvania County, NC for a temporary period starting on 08/25/2018 and ending County, NC for a temporary period starting on 08/15/2018 and ending on — Tree Surgery — on 10/15/2018. One (1) month of work experience harvesting vegetables is required. 10/15/2018. One (1) month of experience harvesting apples is required. The wages Tree Trimming 40 Years Full Time Service The wages offered are the highest of $11.46/hr. or applicable piece rates. This job re- offered are $11.46/hr. This job requires prolonged standing, bending, stooping, lift- Tree Removal quires prolonged standing, bending, stooping, and reaching. Job is outdoors and con- ing and reaching. Job continues in all types of weather. Workers must be able to INSURED tinues in all types of weather. Workers must be able to lift 70lbs. to shoulder height lift 80lbs. to shoulder height repetitively throughout the workday and able to lift and Stump Grinding repetitively throughout the workday and able to lift and carry 70lbs. in field. Employer carry 80lbs. Employer guarantees work will be available for at least three-quarters 863-453-4942 guarantees work will be available for at least three-quarters of the period stated. Required of the period stated. Required tools supplies, and equipment will be provided at tools supplies, and equipment will be provided at no cost to worker. Housing will be no cost to worker. Housing will be available for workers who cannot reasonably re- 3601 E. Ramsey Way 863-453-4272 available for workers who cannot reasonably return home after each working day. Trans- turn home after each working day. Transportation and subsistence expenses will Avon Park, FL 33825 cl5:4tfc Cell: 863-664-9091 portation and subsistence expenses will be provided, or reimbursed after 50% of the be provided, or reimbursed after 50% of the work contract is completed, if appro- work contract is completed, if appropriate. Applicants should apply for the position at priate. Applicants should apply for the position at their local State Workforce Agency their local State Workforce Agency office. Job Order Number: NC10897805. cl8:2p office. Job Order Number: NC10885924. cl8:2c

10 temporary vegetable warehouse workers needed in Barwick, GA, for Barwick 200 temporary farmworkers needed for hand harvesting sweet potatoes in Greene Frank Vasquez Realty Inc. Packing, LLC with work beginning on or about 10/01/2018 and ending on or about County, North Carolina, for Francisco Valadez, Jr., LLC, with work beginning on or 06/30/2019. The job offered is for a skilled farmworker and requires minimum 3 about 09/15/2018 and ending on or about 11/28/2018. The job offered is for an ex- (863) 781-4133 months verifiable work experience as a vegetable warehouse worker. The mini- perienced farmworker and requires minimum 1 month verifiable farm work experi- mum offered wage rate that workers will be paid is $10.95 per hour. Workers must ence in the crop activities listed. The minimum offered wage rate that workers will Frank Vasquez, Broker commit to work the entire contract period. Workers are guaranteed work for 3/4 be paid is $11.46 per hour and piece rates may be offered. Workers must commit of the contract period, beginning with the first day the worker arrives at the place to work the entire contract period. Workers are guaranteed work for 3/4 of the con- of employment. All work tools, supplies and equipment are provided at no cost to tract period, beginning with the first day the worker arrives at the place of employ- RESIDENTIAL ment. All work tools, supplies and equipment are provided at no cost to the worker. the worker. Housing will be provided to those workers who cannot reasonably re- Housing will be provided to those workers who cannot reasonably return to their • 2.03 acres zoned commercial with water and sewer on The- turn to their permanent residence at the end of each working day. Transportation permanent residence at the end of each working day. Transportation and subsis- atre Rd. off of Hwy. 62 $75,000 and subsistence will be provided by the employer upon completion of 50% of the tence will be provided by the employer upon completion of 50% of the work con- work contract, or earlier, to workers who are recruited outside the area of intended tract, or earlier, to workers who are recruited outside the area of intended • 3BR 1B 920 South 10th Ave., nice corner lot on Carlton St. employment. Applicants must provide documentation that they are eligible legally employment. Applicants must provide documentation that they are eligible legally $105,000 to work in the United States. Applicants should report or send resumes to GA DOL, to work in the United States. Applicants should report or send resumes to NCWorks 148 Andrew Young Int’l Blvd. Suite 450, Atlanta, GA 30303, (404) 232-3500, or the Career Center – Lenoir County, 231 Hwy 58 South, PO Box 822, Kinston NC 28501, • 109 North Bridle Path, Arcadia 2BR 1B Large corner lot, nearest local office of their State Workforce Agency, and reference job order (252) 775-6021, or the nearest local office of their State Workforce Agency and ref- concrete block, central heat and air. $89,000 #GA2495825691. EOE. H-300-18204-065093. erence job order #NC10905580. EOE. H-300-18201-096157. cl8:2c cl8:2c 1 • 628 Terrell Rd., Wauchula Lg. 4BR 2 ⁄4B frame house on 2.14 acres Price Reduced $80,000

Del Sur Harvesting, LLC is hiring 6 Ag Equipment Operators to operate equipment used 8 temporary farmworkers needed for common field labor in tobacco, sweet potatoes, • 4520 Fair Ave. Bowling Green 3BR 2B stucco block home to harvest apples in Henderson County, NC for a temporary period starting on 08/15/2018 cotton, corn, soy, peanuts, hemp and other diversified crops in Martin County, North $99,000 and ending on 10/15/2018. One (1) month of verifiable work experience operating ag Carolina, for Edmondson AG LLC., with work beginning on or about 09/15/2018 and equipment are required. The wages offered are the highest of $11.46/hr. or applicable ending on or about 12/01/2018. The job offered is for an experienced farmworker and • 314 Walton Ave. Wauchula 3BR 2B stucco house $89,000 piece rates. Must have the correct type of license required by State and Federals laws. requires minimum 1 month verifiable work experience in the crop activities listed. The All drivers will be required to have a CDL license, and drivers responsible for transporting minimum offered wage rate that workers will be paid is $11.46 per hour, and piece rates workers will be required to have a valid and unexpired Federal Farm Labor Contractor or may be offered depending on crop activity. Workers must commit to work the entire Federal Farm Labor Contractor Employee Registration with driving authorization. Will be contract period. Workers are guaranteed work for 3/4 of the contract period, beginning responsible for operating the buses used to move apples from the field to the packing- with the first day the worker arrives at the place of employment. All work tools, supplies house and storage facility. Must be able to safely operate the buses that are used to trans- Frank Vasquez Realty, Inc. for more listings port workers to and from work sites. Should be able to provide proof of accident-free and equipment are provided at no cost to the worker. Housing will be provided to those driving record and background. Workers must be able to lift 80lbs. to shoulder height workers who cannot reasonably return to their permanent residence at the end of each 116 Carlton St. Suite A • Wauchula, FL 33873 repetitively throughout the workday and able to lift and carry 80lbs. in field. Employer working day. Transportation and subsistence will be provided by the employer upon guarantees work will be available for at least three-quarters of the period stated. Required completion of 50% of the work contract, or earlier, to workers who are recruited outside SALES ASSOCIATES tools supplies, and equipment will be provided at no cost to worker. Housing will be avail- the area of intended employment. Applicants must provide documentation that they able for workers who cannot reasonably return home after each working day. Transporta- are eligible legally to work in the United States. Applicants should report or send re- tion and subsistence expenses will be provided, or reimbursed after 50% of the work sumes to NCWorks Career Center – Martin County, 407 East Blvd., Williamston, NC Miguel A. Santana Nancy Craft contract is completed, if appropriate. Applicants should apply for the position at their local 27892, (252) 792-7816 or the nearest local office of their State Workforce Agency, and 863-245-1758 863-832-0370 cl8:2c State Workforce Agency office. Job Order Number: NC10891118. cl8:2c reference job order #NC10905771. EOE. H-300-18198-472050. cl8:2c B10 The Herald-Advocate, August 2, 2018 What Would Conrad Schuck Do? Back when I was a little kid that he had only a few months home had a balcony with an Its first resident was Lucy dertaken to restore it to its one- place home several times. She of 10 or so — we’re talking to live, perhaps a year if he outdoor bathtub. DuCharme, who bought it in time grandeur, undeterred by once confided to them that she about maybe 1951 — one of moved to Florida. In addition to its four floors, 1964. Given her flair for the water leaks, termites, and the had given consent to filming of my great adventures was to Being nobody’s fool, he it had a basement and a sub- dramatic in any activity she damage inflicted by vandals. scenes for a first run movie on ride my bicycle a couple of moved to Florida with his five basement. undertook, she was known Their goal, they say, is to not the grounds. Unknown to her, miles to the Wonder House on sons and four daughters (a In its earlier days, it some- with affection as Lucy B. De- to create a Wonder House of the movie was the story of a the south side of Bartow and tenth child had died in infancy) times was referred to as “The Mille. their own imagination, but to priest who recruited altar boys see the wonders that were ag- and set out to build his dream Crazy House” by people who Since Lucy’s death, the ask themselves at each junc- as sexual conquests. The Won- gregated there. house. He lived another 40 declared that the person build- house has been purchased and ture in the restoration process, der House scenes were filmed It cost a nickel to get into the years. ing it must be crazy. abandoned by two purchasers “What would Conrad Schuck beneath one of the two bridges ground floor of this four-story An inventor of no small It had a mirror on the top of who were unable to take on the do?” over the pool in front of the domicile and see dead snakes imagination, he built a home the chimney which directed investment to renovate it. S. L. Frisbie is retired. He and house. Lucy referred to it as preserved in gallon jars of that was described, among sunlight into a mirror in the Drew and Krislin have un- Mary visited Lucy in her show- “that wretched movie!” whatever dead snakes are pre- other things, as “The House of fireplace three floors below, served in. a Thousand Gadgets.” which then focused light onto Until last week, I considered Rock quarried from the a prism which could be ad- myself to be one of Bartow’s north side of the house was justed to project a variety of colors into the living room. Given Conrad’s German heritage, this device was be- lieved by some to be used to signal Germans. He was arrested and jailed for three days during World War II, then released. The FBI issued a press re- foremost authorities on the used to create a swimming lease declaring that Conrad Wonder House, based on sto- pool (some call it a moat) in Schuck was not a German spy. ries told to me by Dad and a the front yard, and provided Though there are different number of stories published by part of the building material dates given as likely comple- our newspapers and others. for the house. tion, the present owners be- After hearing the present The design included a natu- lieve construction ended in owners — Drew Davis and ral air conditioning system that 1941. Krislin Kreis — speak to Ro- involved capturing rainwater Conrad lived in another tary last week, I realize the and flowing it through hollow house diagonally across the paucity of my knowledge. concrete columns built into the street from his Wonder House Long-time Bartowans know walls. (it drew its name from a Rip- the basics: in 1926, Conrad There were porches on all ley’s Believe It or Not feature) Schuck, who lived in Pitts- four sides of the house. Every and never lived in his remark- COURTESY IMAGE burgh, was told by his doctor bedroom in the four-story able creation. Wonder House, Bartow.

8:2c Back To School

Classes Start August 10 2 The Herald-Advocate, August 2, 2018 ON THE COVER …

From The Superintendent … To the Citizens of Hardee County: Whether you are a 5-year-old child starting kindergarten, a high- school senior anticipating his or her last year of school prior to graduation, or a school-district employee busy with last-minute details, there is a tinge of excitement in the air as the Hardee County School District prepares to begin another school year. With teachers, administrators and support staff returning back to work on Aug. 2, there will be just a few more days to get prepared for the 5,300 students who will arrive on PHOTO BY JENNIFER McCONKEY Friday, Aug. 10, for the 2018-19 school year. Stacks of knowledge and entertainment await students This summer has been our busiest in many years, as we at Wauchula Elementary School and throughout the district as media centers prepare for small hands to grab have had several major structural repair and renovation proj- big adventures. ects in place at Bowling Green Elementary, new cafeteria roof; North Wauchula Elementary, new main water line installed; Zolfo Springs Elementary, new main water line installed; and Hardee Sen- ior High School, auditorium renovation as a result of Hurricane Irma. School safety and security projects are also in full swing at each school, with the addition of new fencing, replacement and addition of security cameras, relocation of the school re- School Starts Aug. 10 source officers at the high school, and the installation of a security gate at North Wauchula Elementary School. Drive Carefully & Obey Speed Limits Additional maintenance projects throughout the school district include a facelift in several areas of the football stadium along with cleaning, painting and general maintenance at all schools. The entire administrative staff will be returning for the upcoming school year. Hilltop Elementary School will implement a new dean position that will be filled by former guidance counselor Donna Parks, Ray Rivas will be the new dean at Bowling Green Ele- mentary School, and Dr. Marcus Jenkins will replace Ray Rivas as a dean at Hardee Junior High School. Jessica Gilliard has been hired as the graduation coach at Hardee Senior High School, moving over from Hardee Junior High School. The A.V.I.D. (Advancement Via Individual Determination) program continues to expand academic and college opportunities for students at both Hardee Junior High School and at Hardee Senior High School, and North Wauchula Elementary School will become our school district’s first elementary school to participate in this program in the fall. The high school will expand its highly successful algebra program, Agile Minds, to more students and teachers, and teachers and administrators from each of our district’s schools have been attending training sessions and professional development classes throughout the summer. With the highly successful results of the 2018 Florida Standards Assessments behind us, the Hardee County School District will continue to seek improvement and academic excellence for each of our students. I am looking forward to another year of “Wildcat Pride” in the classrooms, on the athletic fields, and among all of the activities in which our students take part. Wishing nothing but the best to our students, teachers, administrators and support staff in the upcoming school year. Respectfully, D&S CATTLE CO., INC. Bob Shayman, Superintendent of Schools LIVESTOCK DEALER Hwy. 66 East Zolfo Springs 863-735-1112 BTS18 August 2, 2018, The Herald-Advocate 3 Help Your Child Adjust To School Transitions By JENNIFER McCONKEY teacher throughout the year; let the And if you have any concerns school without hundreds of other ally subside. Herald-Advocate Intern teacher know if you have any about your child, contact the students around can help minimize And assure your kids that Whether it’s entering kinder- questions or concerns. school’s guidance department. first-day stress. they’ll be able to stay in touch garten, moving to a new school or Help your child with home- They can help you schedule a Even if you’re changing dis- with their current friends and starting their freshman year at work, and do other educational ac- meeting with your child’s tricts in the middle of a school make new friends. HHS, adjusting to a new campus tivities together. If you have older teacher(s). year, Crawford urges parents to Help your children fit in by can be stressful for students. children, encourage them to par- schedule a meeting with the new making sure they’re prepared for So how can you help? ticipate as well. Being involved A New District teacher and a tour of the new classes like art, music and physical Even though you can’t follow with your children’s educations While moving to a new school school. education. And look for extracur- your child to class and make sure can be a huge contribution to their district can mean the opportunity You can also check the school’s ricular activities your kids are in- everything’s going well, there are success. to make new friends, it is often website for information like the terested in. plenty of ways to make the transi- stressful for children. dress code, supply list and current If you’re concerned about your tion smooth and even enjoyable. New Grade, New School Dr. Sheryl Mosley, HJH princi- events. kids adjusting, contact the school Starting at the junior or senior pal, recommends that parents Show enthusiasm about the counselor so you have someone at Starting Kindergarten high is a major milestone, but how schedule a time to tour the school school change and discuss it with the school that can check on them Starting kindergarten can be do you keep the excitement with their children before the first your children. Let them know that periodically. Communication with scary for children. Carey Craw- stronger than the stress? day of classes if possible. Getting it’s OK to feel the way they feel your children’s teachers is also im- ford, a school counselor at Bowl- Dr. Michele Polk, principal at your child familiar with a new and that those feelings will gradu- portant. ing Green Elementary, offers some Hardee High School, urges parents advice to parents of kindergarten- to attend parent events at the ers: schools. The junior high will be Help your child mentally pre- hosting a sixth-grade parent night pare by touring the school together and the senior high will hold a and meeting the teacher before separate parent night for each Save While Shopping school starts. Be openly enthusias- grade. tic during that time to show your Polk also encourages parents to youngster that there’s nothing to monitor their children’s school at- be anxious about. tendance. Checking report cards With Sales-Tax Holiday If possible, try to introduce and holding your children ac- By JENNIFER McCONKEY Accessories like watches, umbrellas and jewelry your kindergartener to some future countable is an important step in Herald-Advocate Intern and activity footwear like rollerblades or swim fins classmates so there are familiar encouraging success at the next Looking to save money on school clothing and will not be tax-exempt. Certain types of clothing faces on the first day. level of schooling. supplies? won’t qualify either, like athletic gloves and pads, Discuss school with your child. Hardee Junior High Assistant Florida will observe a statewide back-to-school life jackets, and sports helmets. Listen to any concerns and let Principal Gilbert Vasquez says that sales-tax holiday this Friday through Sunday. The Florida Department of Revenue has an exten- your youngster know that it’s nor- reading the student handbook is a The sales-tax holiday will allow you to do most, sive list of items that are not tax-exempt, so check mal to be concerned about a new good way to help incoming sixth- if not all, of your back-to-school shopping without online at floridarevenue.com before you shop. experience. Answer all questions graders prepare. And learning the paying any sales tax. That’s And here’s an important note in a positive way, and share some school’s dress code will help with an automatic seven percent on coupons: If you have a manu- happy memories from when you back-to-school shopping. savings! facturer’s coupon that lowers the were in school. Parents of high school students The holiday will apply to price of an item below the cutoff Reassure your child that even can also sign up for “Remind” text any school supplies that cost dollar amount, you will still have though kids go to school during messages from Polk, which will under $15. That’s $15 per in- to pay tax. But, if you have a store the day, they come home to their include dates of parent nights. In- dividual item, so you can buy coupon that lowers the item’s cost parents every afternoon. structions for signing up will be as many school supplies as below the cutoff, you will not Attend school functions and available in the school’s parent you want in one trip. have to pay tax. stay connected with your child’s packet. Eligible supplies include There’s good news for online such items as transparent shoppers as well. You can order tape, colored pencils and tax-exempt items online during crayons, pencils and pens, the holiday. But there are a few markers and highlighters, things you should know: erasers, glue and paste, fold- The company you order from ers and binders, composition books, notebooks and has to accept your order before the tax holiday ends, notebook paper, legal pads, construction paper, so make sure you don’t do all your ordering at 11:59 poster board and paper, calculators, rulers, protrac- Sunday night. Welcome tors, compasses, scissors, blank computer disks and If you order items but request to delay the ship- lunch boxes. ment until after Sunday, you won’t get the tax ex- But, there are some office supplies that are not emption. Don’t worry though – if the company Back tax-exempt. These include computer and printer delays shipping but you aren’t the one who requested paper; correction tape, fluid or pens; staplers and sta- it, you’ll still get the exemption. Students ples; masking tape; and most books. Shipping and handling costs will be calculated Many clothing items, footwear and accessories into the total cost of each item. If the shipping cost that cost under $60 each will also be tax-exempt. The puts you over the cutoff price, the item will not be clothing category includes typical items, but also un- tax-exempt. You can visit floridarevenue.com for usual or unexpected ones such as bibs, aprons, hair more information on how to calculate the total cost bows, diapers, shoe inserts and formal clothing. of items you purchase online. 863-773-4101 This category also includes bags like backpacks, Most stores in Florida are required to participate 204 N. 6th Ave., Wauchula, 33873 purses, diaper bags, fanny packs and even wallets. It in this sales-tax holiday, but a few are exempt or does not include garment bags, briefcases or suit- aren’t eligible, so check before making your pur- BTS18 cases. chases if you aren’t sure. 4 The Herald-Advocate, August 2, 2018 NWES Taking A ‘Quest For Success’ By JENNIFER McCONKEY New technology to support the Herald-Advocate Intern school’s quest for success in- You don’t need to fight a cludes a full class set of Google dragon in a castle to go complete Expeditions Virtual Reality Head- a quest. sets for virtual field trips, a poster At least not at North Wauchula maker and a 3D printer. Elementary, which is following a There are three new extracur- royal theme this year. ricular options for students: K- And the school will provide Kids Club, a service club help as the students journey developed by Kiwanis Interna- through the school year. tional; Heart & Sole Running NWE is the first of the county Club; and a student-run branch of elementary schools to join the Suncoast Federal Credit Union. junior and senior high schools as The school will be seeing sev- an Advancement Via Individual eral staff changes this year. Determination school. That New first-grade teacher means they’ll be working on col- Cristina Gallegos is transferring lege and career prep by focusing in from Hilltop Elementary on WICOR — writing to learn, School. And transferring from inquiry, collaboration, organiza- Wauchula Elementary School for tion and reading — strategies in the second-grade R.E.A.C.H. po- all their classes. sition is Mary Idsardi. Vickie Fifth graders will visit South Conerly and Sherri Himrod are Florida State College on a field moving from fourth to second trip to learn more about college grade this year. options. Third grade will have three Some of the younger students new teachers: Priscilla Bowes, an will be introduced to more com- SFSC graduate, and Alecia plex and quality literature texts Hughes and Mary Rodriguez, this year, and the school is pur- both transferring from WES. chasing a new vocabulary pro- Coming from HES to teach gram. fourth grade are Amy Franks and PHOTOS BY JENNIFER McCONKEY And R.E.A.C.H. — realizing Lisa Spencer. A new fifth-grade Custodians Maria Carrera (left) and Amber Kelly prepare rooms for students’ return. excellence through advanced ac- teacher is Alexi Ozuna, SFSC ademic curriculum of Hardee — graduate. Nicole Keen, who Linda Hernandez, who is re- school, making the campus safer emergency care card. Fill it out classes, which help challenge the taught fourth grade last year, will turning to the district, will be a and easier for students to move and get it notarized before open most advanced students, have ex- be a fifth-grade R.E.A.C.H. media specialist. And joining as around. house, and you can use the expanded to cover fifth grade. teacher. an Exceptional Student Education The school is also going to be press line. teacher is West Virginia Univer- getting new cafeteria tables and And if you have a kindergart- sity graduate Katelyn Reader. seating at some point during the ner or a child who is new at NWE, Peggy Chaney, who taught sec- school year. come to the office to register be- ond grade, retired this year. And Parents who want to help the fore open house. Office hours are media specialist Pam Justice, sec- school’s quest for success by join- Monday-Friday 7-3. ond-grade teacher Kim Hanshaw ing the PTO can attend an organi- If you drive your children to and fifth-grade teacher Amy Paris zational meeting on Aug. 21 at school, make sure you do not drop will be transferring to other dis- 5:30 p.m. in the cafeteria or con- them off before 7 a.m. If you want trict schools. tact the school office. them to eat breakfast at school, While the school won’t be Open house will be Wednes- they’ll need time to get to the guarded by a moat, a new security day, Aug. 8, from 10 to noon. Par- cafeteria by 7:20, and all students gate will be installed. This way, ents should bring IDs. need to be in class by 7:35. You visitors will need to use an inter- To avoid long lines, come by can pick your child up after com with the office to enter the the school office to pick up an school at 2 p.m.

Open House PTO Info TA K E Drop Off: First meeting is Wednesday, No earlier Aug. 21 at 5:30 p.m. NOTE Aug. 8, 10-noon than 7 a.m. in the school cafeteria. School Hours Must be in class Wauchula by 7:35. If you can’t attend it, Breakfast: contact the school Elementary 7:00-7:20 a.m. Pick Up: 2:00 p.m. office for info on School joining. Office manager Haley Tyson is getting files ready for the first day of school. August 2, 2018, The Herald-Advocate 5 North Wauchula Elementary Supply List KINDERGARTEN 4 packs 24-count crayons 1 box of colored pencils Small Fiskars blunt-tip scissors 2 large pink erasers 2 packs of 2 Ticonderoga “My First” pencils Pencil box 8 glue sticks Hand sanitizer 1 pack of copy paper 1 box of tissues 1 pair of earbuds Disinfectant wipes Girls – 1 box of gallon-size Ziploc bags Boys – 1 box of quart-size Ziploc bags FIRST GRADE Backpack (non-rolling) Large pencil box 1 box of No. 2 pencils (no mechanical pencils) 2 large Elmer's glue sticks Scissors (blunt tip) 1 box of 24 crayons 2 plastic folders with pockets 1 1-inch 3-ring binder with clear plastic front pocket 2-3 large pink erasers Disinfectant wipes **Wish List: Ziploc bags, colored copy paper, cardstock, sentence strips, tissues, large hand sanitizer SECOND GRADE Backpack (non-rolling) Scissors (blunt tip) 24 No. 2 Pencils (no pencil sharpeners) 4 glue sticks 1 box of crayons (24 or less) 2 large pink erasers 1 pack of cap erasers 1 1-inch 3-ring binder 1 red spiral notebook 1 blue spiral notebook Principal Jessica Gray stands next to a new mural in the school. The mural was painted by 1 package of wide-ruled notebook paper Assistant Principal Tamara Taylor-Camilo, retired WES art teacher Donna Patterson, and **Wish List: Snack, quart and gallon Ziploc bags, dry-erase NWES office secretary Susan Brewer. markers, disinfectant wipes, tissues, large hand sanitizer THIRD GRADE 1 1-inch 3-ring black binder with clear plastic front pocket 2 1-inch 3-ring binders of any color Backpack (non-rolling) 4 packs of wide-ruled notebook paper 2 large pink erasers 1 large zippered pencil pouch 72 No. 2 pencils (2 a week) Colored pencils 4 dry-erase markers 1 ruler with inches and centimeters Yellow highlighters 4 glue sticks 1 bottle of glue Scissors **Wish List: Disinfectant wipes, hand sanitizer, Ziploc bags FOURTH GRADE 1 1-inch 3-ring binder 1 large zippered pencil pouch 1 set of notebook dividers with 8 tabs Scissors Colored pencils 1 pack of cap erasers Highlighter 2 dry-erase markers 2 packs of sticky notes 3 packages of wide-ruled notebook paper 2 glue sticks 48 No. 2 Pencils Pencil sharpener 2 spiral notebooks 2 plastic folders with prongs FIFTH GRADE 1 1-inch 3-ring binder 1 2-inch 3-ring binder 1 package of 5-tab dividers Loose-leaf notebook paper 2 composition books, lined paper 1 package of erasers No. 2 pencils (no mechanical) Colored pencils Scissors Zippered pencil pouch (for binder) 2 large glue sticks 2 dry-erase markers 1 pair of earbuds Highlighters Boys – 1 pack of 3x5 index cards Girls – 1 box of Ziploc baggies

“Learning is a treasure that will follow its owner everywhere.” Cody Rieder, who will be going into sixth-grade this year, is helping Mary Idsardi get her — Chinese Proverb castle ready. The castle fits North Wauchula Elementary’s royal theme. He is the son of Haley Tyson, who also works at the school. 6 The Herald-Advocate, August 2, 2018 Education Is A Super Power At BGE By JENNIFER McCONKEY strong as superheroes will be cafeteria roof. And as some reminders to par- would welcome your participa- Herald-Advocate Intern coach Rob Davis, who is taking Of course, there are fun after- ents: tion. The first meeting, on Aug. The teachers at Bowling Green on Phil Rasmussen’s role, as Ras- school activities for students to School starts at 7:30, so if 15, will be held at 6 p.m. If you’re Elementary will be suiting up this mussen is retiring. look forward to. This year, BGE you’re driving your kids to school, interested in joining, contact Pres- year to continue their tradition of Like any good superhero team, will have a Student Council, a drop them off between 7 and 7:25, ident Ashley Faulkner Brown at teaching like superheroes. the school staff has a plan to help writing club, a pep squad, a book not before 7 as there will be no su- [email protected] or And to keep their teaching students do their best. The goal is club, and the Elementary National pervision. 781-7514, or visit the group’s skills strong, the teachers will be to get the school back up to at least Honor Society. A PTO is organizing, and table at open house or orientation. reading the book “Teach Like a an overall B grade. Superhero!” by Brent Hand. The third, fourth and fifth Students and their parents can grades will have a literacy block come meet their super-teachers at each day, when paraprofessionals open house on Thursday, Aug. 9, and special area teachers focus from 1 to 3 p.m. only on helping students through The team of heroes is strong individual instruction. this year, with former assistant For students who need some principal Stuart Durastanti step- additional support with their math ping up to fill the role left by prin- and reading, the after-school pro- cipal Kathy Clark’s retirement. gram will begin in October. Third And he’s receiving strong support through fifth graders can stay after from new dean Ray Rivas. school twice a week to receive There have been some changes more help with those subjects. among teachers as well. New And just like many super- kindergarten teacher Kristen Vil- heroes, the teachers will have lafranca will be filling the void left plenty of super technology to help by the retirement of Renee Hei- them out. The school has added 50 ther. Chromebooks for students to use, In the fourth-grade, former and every regular classroom will BGE intern Noemi Molina will be have an interactive board. stepping into the math position Students can also look forward left vacant by Daniel Witt, who is to something more traditional but moving to the third-grade team. just as exciting – new playground PHOTOS BY JENNIFER McCONKEY Third-grade teacher Janice Bass is equipment will be added during As the new school year approaches, teachers are working hard to get ready. Above are third- retiring. the school year. grade teachers Brittany Derringer, Daniel Witt, Melinda Lackey, Christina Butler and Amy And helping students stay The school is also redoing the Wilson. a b c d e 1 2 3 4 5

ITALIAN CUISINE 767-5300 Southern Italian Cafe Serving wood-fired pizza, pasta and delicious desserts in a warm atmosphere with park views. Hours: Monday - Saturday 11 am - 9 pm Closed on Sunday 221 W. Main Street Bowling Green Elementary’s superhero theme is inspired by the staff, who the administrators Wauchula say teach like superheroes. Standing next to the school’s board of heroes is office manager BTS18 Darlina Conerly. August 2, 2018, The Herald-Advocate 7 New Administrators Bowing Green Elementary Supply List KINDERGARTEN 1 pack of plain yellow or orange pencils 8 glue sticks Lead BGE This Year 1 pair of blunt-tip scissors 2 large pink erasers 4 boxes of 8- or 16-count Crayola crayons 1 supply box (not zipper case) Large towel (no mats) By JENNIFER McCONKEY year. Prior to that, he taught phys- College and earned a Bachelor’s 1 backpack (large enough to hold a notebook) Herald-Advocate Intern ical education at Wauchula Ele- Degree in organizational manage- 1 pack of dry-erase markers (black only) A new school year means tak- mentary for nine years. ment from Warner University. He Girls –1 box of quart-size Ziploc bags ing on new roles, at least for Stu- Rivas also has coached football received his training through the Boys –1 box of gallon-size Ziploc bags art Durastanti and Ray Rivas. at Hardee High for 10 years, girls’ Heartland Educational Consor- Durastanti is moving up from softball at HJH for two years and tium’s alternative certification FIRST GRADE assistant principal to principal just finished his third year as head program. He’s starting a Master’s 2 boxes of 16 crayons 1 pair of blunt-tip scissors after the retirement of Kathy coach at HJH. Degree program in educational 2 boxes of No. 2 pencils (no mechanical) 2 hand sanitizers Clark. Outside school, Rivas serves as leadership this year. 1 pack of dry-erase markers 1 pack of glue sticks And coming in as a new ad- the Hardee County Youth Sports Even though school hasn’t 1 box of quart-size Ziploc bags 1 pack of cap erasers ministrator is Rivas, who will be Inc. president. He says he wants started yet, Rivas is already work- 1 box of gallon-size Ziploc bags 2 composition books dean this year. to be involved in the community, ing on ways to encourage good 1 red folder with prongs and pockets 1 supply box Although he’s new to the both in and outside of sports. behavior in students. He came up 1 blue folder with prongs and pockets 1 backpack school, Rivas is not new to the “I’m here for the kids,” he with “Panther Tickets,” which SECOND GRADE will allow students who show district. He is transferring in from says. 4 packs of No. 2 pencils (no mechanical) 2 glue sticks Hardee Junior High, where he Rivas earned his Associate’s good behavior to enter a drawing 1 box of 24 Crayola crayons 1 pack of highlighters worked as dean of students last Degree from South Florida State each Friday. 1 pair of blunt-tip scissors 1 pack of pencil-top erasers 2 packs of wide-ruled loose-leaf paper 3 spiral notebooks 5 folders (3 prongs with 2 pockets) Hand sanitizer (12 oz.) Boys – 1 pack of thick dry-erase markers 1 Ruler (in/cm) Girls – 1 pack of thin dry-erase markers 1 1-inch binder THIRD GRADE 6 pack of No. 2 pencils (no mechanical) 2 packs crayons 5 plastic pocket folders with prongs 2 spiral notebooks 2 packs pencil-top erasers 1 pack dry-erase markers (black) 2 pks. wide-ruled loose-leaf paper 1 pair blunt tip scissors Hand sanitizer 1 ruler 1 Clearview binder 1 inch 4 glue sticks 1 pkg. colored pencils - no markers Supply/crayon box FOURTH GRADE 5 folders (3 prongs with 2 pockets) 1 - 1 subject notebook 2 pks wide-ruled loose-leaf paper 3 pcks pencil top erasers 2 pcks of No. 2 pencils (no mechanical) 2 hand sanitizers 1 pair blunt-tip scissors 1 - 1 inch binder 2 pcks of dry-erase markers FIFTH GRADE 36 pencils 4 folders (3 prongs with 2 pockets) Crayons or colored pencils (no markers) Hand sanitizer 1 pkg. wide-ruled loose-leaf paper 4 large pink erasers 1 pair blunt-tip scissors 1 pack dry-erase markers 1 pack of100 index cards

PHOTO BY JENNIFER McCONKEY Newly appointed Principal Stuart Durastanti (left) and Dean Ray Rivas stand beside their freshly painted school sign, which was donated by Mosaic.

Open House PTO Info TA K E or orientation, Thursday, First meeting is NOTE Aug. 9, 1-3 p.m. Aug. 15 at 6 p.m. or contact President School Hours Meetings will be third Ashley Faulkner Brown at ashley. Drop Off: 7-7:25 a.m./ Wednesday of each Bowling Green month. Visit table [email protected] no earlier than 7 Elementary at open house, or 781-7514 to join. Pick-up: 1:45 p.m. School 8 The Herald-Advocate, August 2, 2018 Students Are Superheroes At HES

By JENNIFER McCONKEY mented during the middle of last Sperry will be coming in as sec- Herald-Advocate Intern year and allow students to do sci- ond-grade teachers. Jessica Banda They might not be a Spider- ence activities. will be returning to the district as man, but kids at Hilltop Elemen- But HES doesn’t just want stu- a fifth-grade teacher. tary this year are superheroes in dents to do well academically; Ali Terrell, who was an ESE re- their own right. Cornelius says their goal is for stu- source teacher last year, and The school’s superhero theme dents to excel both academically Tammy Miller, who was a literacy is built on its motto, “Knowledge and socially. coach last year, will be teaching Is Power.” For super-students who work third grade. Sabrina Tyler is And it’s already off to a great hard to strengthen their power switching from second to first start: Last year, HES received the through knowledge, the school grade, and Lisa Spires is switching Exceeding Expectations Award to will be bringing back National from fifth to second grade. acknowledge that student achieve- Junior Honor Society. HES is planning to start a PTO ment went above expectations. And even superheroes need to this year. If you’re interested in Safety is important to super- have fun – HES has enlarged the joining, you can sign up at open heroes and HES, so the school is playground! house. adding a barrier fence along the This year there will be several Open house this year will be on Art teacher Gretchen Mason is adding student art to the walls sidewalk all the way to Keeton changes in staff at the school. Wednesday, Aug. 8, from 4 to 6 of HES. Each year, she takes one piece of student art from Road to protect students who walk Donna Parks will be officially p.m. Bring your ID and come to each grade and paints an enlarged version on the walls. The to school. The school will also be taking on the title of dean this the cafeteria when you arrive. art pieces show how the students see their school. locking the exterior entry drive- year, a position that the school You can come to the school of- through gates after the tardy bell didn’t have last year. The district fice before open house to get an rings, so no one can enter campus added the position because HES emergency care card. Bring it without coming through the front was its only elementary school filled out to open house to get it door. without an assistant principal. notarized. The school will be emphasizing Filling the guidance counselor If you have a kindergartner this Friday, August 10 reading again this year. Principal position left vacant by Parks will year, make sure you bring your Beverly Cornelius says their “goal be Kelly Daane, coming from child’s shot record, physical, birth is for each student to become the Zolfo Springs Elementary, who certificate, proof of residence, and We wish all students and staff best reader they can be to become will also be leading the school’s Social Security card when you successful.” National Junior Honor Society. come to enroll. It’s best if you do a safe and eventful year! And HES will be expanding the Joining HES as a literacy coach this before open house. Top Score Writing program this is Pam Justice, transferring from If you’re driving your super- year from just fourth grade to North Wauchula Elementary. students to school or letting them grades 2-5. Top Score Writing Coming in from Hardee Junior walk this year, here are the drop- helps students prepare for the state High is Kris Harden, who will be off and pick-up times. The gate writing test. an Exceptional Student Education opens at 7 a.m., and students need This will be the first full year resource teacher. And coming out time to get to class before the with S.T.E.M. – that’s science, of retirement to teach first grade is tardy bell at 7:35. Breakfast is technology, engineering and math- Dottie Brownlee. served from 7 to 7:20. You can ematics – labs for kindergarten Hannah Benavides from Bowl- pick your student up from 1:50 to classes. The labs were imple- ing Green Elementary and Missy 2 p.m.

PHOTOS BY JENNIFER McCONKEY Getting ready to welcome students back to HES are (from left) Dean Donna Parks, Principal 863-773-4136 Beverly Cornelius, guidance counselor Kelly Daane and literacy coach Pam Justice. BTS18 August 2, 2018, The Herald-Advocate 9 Hilltop Hilltop Elementary Supply List Welcomes TAKE NOTE KINDERGARTEN • 2 pks of pencils (fat pencils if possible) • 1 fat eraser Hilltop Elementary School • 4 boxes of crayola crayons • 1 bottle of Elmer’s glue New Dean • 1 pair of Fiskars blunt-tip scissors • Towel or mat By JENNIFER McCONKEY Open House • 2 Composition notebooks • 3 3-prong folders with pockets Herald-Advocate Intern • 1” 3 ring white binder with clear pocket on front Wednesday, Aug. 8, 4-6 p.m. Hilltop Elementary School has • 2 containers of disinfectant wipes • 1 backpack no wheels a new administrative position, but • 1 box Ziploc quart-size bags (girls) the person filling it is familiar to School Hours • 1 box Ziploc gallon-size bags (boys) the school. Breakfast: 7:00-7:20 a.m. Donna Parks, who worked as Drop Off: No earlier than 7 a.m. FIRST GRADE HES guidance counselor last year, Must be in class by 7:30 • 2 boxes of 24 Crayola crayons • 1 pair of scissors will be taking on the role of dean • 4 large pink-wedge pencil eraser • 2 Composition books for the upcoming school year. Pick Up: 1:50-2:10 p.m. • 3 glue stick (no glitter) • Plastic Supply/Pencil box As dean, Parks will work • 24 plain yellow No. 2 wooden pencils closely with Principal Beverly PTO Info • 2 single subject spiral notebooks Cornelius. Parks served as guid- HES will be creating a PTO this year. • Book bag (no wheels please) ance counselor last year and was You can sign up at open house. • 4 3-pronged folders with pockets already filling a very similar role Optional to what she’ll be doing this year, * 1 box quart-sixe Ziploc bags * 1 box of baby wipes so her transition to dean should be * 1 8 oz. bottle of hand sanitizer a smooth one. * 1 craft item (such as glitter, pipe cleaners, buttons, ribbon, yarn, stickers, etc. to help with special projects) Parks has a Master’s Degree in educational leadership and a Mas- SECOND GRADE ter’s Degree in curriculum and assessment. • Small pencil bag or box • 1 pack of colored pencils In addition to working as • 4 packs of No. 2 plain pencils (no mechanical) HES’s guidance counselor, Parks “Education is the most powerful • 1 pack of crayons • Student scissors (small) also has experience teaching at the • 2 glue sticks • 3 packages of wide-ruled notebook paper junior- and senior-high levels. weapon which you can use to • 2 pocket folders with middle brackets (paper-solid colors) • One 1-½ inch binder • 1 composition book • 2 highlighters change the world.” • 1 pack of dry erase markers • 1 dry erase board eraser • Bottle of hand sanitizer • 1 pack of 4 large pink erasers —Nelson Mandela Schools Starts THIRD GRADE • 2 packs of wide-ruled notebook paper • 1 pencil pouch • Scissors • 8 glue sticks • 2 pink erasers August 10 • 5 spiral notebooks (not composition notebooks) • 4 cap erasers • 2 pack of 12 pencils (not mechanical) • Sleeve protectors • 1 green folder with holes • 1 red folder with holes • 1 1-1/2- or 2-inch 3-ring binder with pockets • 1 multi-colored pack of highlighters • 1 hand sanitizer • 1 pack of colored pencils • 1 book bag (not rolling)

FOURTH GRADE • 2 packs of pencils (not mechanical) • 2 packs of lined paper • 1 1-subject spiral notebook • 1 pack of colored pencils • 1 pack of index cards • 1 2-inch binder • 4 glue sticks • 1 package of 8 plastic-tab pocket dividers • 1 hand sanitizer • 1 pair of earbuds/headphones • 1 pair of scissors • 1 pack of cap erasers • 1 container of disinfectant wipes • 2 black dry-erase markers • 3 pocket folders with prongs (yellow, blue and a color of your choice)

FIFTH GRADE BACK TO SCHOOL SPECIAL! • 1 2-inch 3-ring binder • 1 set of 5 dividers (for binder) • 2 3-prong folders (one must be blue) • Colored pencils • 3 12-packs of No. 2 pencils (no mechanical) • Scissors 1/2 Price Off of Installation • 4 different-colored highlighters • 1 pack of red-ink pens • 4 packs of notebook paper • 1 small pack of fine-tip markers • 8 glue sticks • Pencil bag • 1 spiral notebook the Entire Month of August!!! • 3 composition notebooks (3 different colors) • Cap erasers • 1 pair of earbud headphones • 4 dry-erase markers • Reusable water bottle Be sure to mention this ad! • Boys – 1 container of disinfectant wipes • Girls – 1 box of adhesive bandages or 1 bottle of hand sanitizer CALL: 863-448-9297 BTS18 10 The Herald-Advocate, August 2, 2018 WES Is Helping Students Get Places By JENNIFER McCONKEY diation for fourth and fifth graders Christina Duncan, Brandi Lefevre p.m. The school encourages par- lar options: several art events held Herald-Advocate Intern who need some help. and Staci Peterson and third-grade ents to wait until at least 1:45 p.m. throughout the year and a leader- You are capable of achieving The school will have some teacher Randa Kellogg. to arrive in the pickup line. ship program available to fifth any job, any goal and any dream. physical changes, too. A con- Coming in as a third-grade And there is a policy change for graders. That’s what Wauchula Elemen- demned building was demolished teacher from Hilltop Elementary picking your students up from Meet Your Teacher will be tary Principal Sonja Bennett says over the summer and the flag pole is Cassidy Abbott. And joining as school this year – no dismissal Wednesday, Aug. 8, from 1 to 3 she wants her students to learn this is being moved away from the of- a full-time fifth-grade teacher is changes after 1:30 p.m. So if you p.m. To avoid waiting in long year. fice doors. The Bobcat’s Den is Brittany Mishoe, who subbed at want your child to get home a dif- lines, Bennett urges parents to The school’s theme is “We’re also being upgraded, and the front WES last year. ferent way than normal, make sure come to the office during the sum- Going Places,” and its motto is office is scheduled to be updated Taking on the role of Excep- the school knows before that time. mer to fill out their emergency “Our world is big, our future is over Christmas break. tional Student Education resource Another change is that students care cards. bright, we’ve set our goals and And there are some staff teacher and working in remedia- with more than 15 absences dur- If you’re interested in partici- they are in our sight.” changes as well. Candace Conerly tion of skills is Guille Trevino, ing the school year won’t be al- pating in the school’s PTO, you Bennett wants students to “con- is leaving the first grade to work who is returning to the district lowed to go on off-campus trips. can stop by the table at Meet Your nect learning to their future suc- as the school’s media specialist as after taking a year off. And return- Students will be able to look Teacher. The PTO holds meetings cess.” Mary Idsardi is transferring to ing to the county is HHS graduate forward to two new extracurricu- once a month. One of the ways WES plans to North Wauchula Elementary. Ja- Erica Stewart, who will be joining do that is by emphasizing goal set- neen Gibson is moving from the team as a paraprofessional ting. In fact, the school’s hashtag fourth grade to art since Donna after working in Orlando. for the year is #goalgetter. Patterson is retiring, and Kim The school will be welcoming Staff goals are “to help every Tyson moving to reading remedi- a new school resource officer, student reach grade-level profi- ation teacher. Last year’s reading Ofc. Rene Benavides, who will be ciency” and “to help them connect remediation teacher, Amy Monts- joining Ofc. Amy Drake. to school and enjoy learning.” DeOca, is leaving the district. There are some important Teachers want to increase student Second-grade teacher Mary school policies for parents to note. achievement by focusing on im- Rodriguez will be transferring to If you bring your children to proving their instructional strate- NWE this year and third-grade school, you can drop them off as gies through book studies and teacher Jill Tyson will be moving early as 7 a.m. Breakfast is served extra training. to Hardee High. until 7:20, and your kids will need This year, the school will be New to the school and the dis- to be in class by 7:35. providing small-group math reme- trict are first-grade teachers Students can be picked up at 2

Guidance counselor Dena Patterson has been busy inputting student information to get class lists ready.

202 W. Main Street Suite 101 Wauchula, FL 33873 Ph: (863) 767-9004 Monday – Friday 7:00 am to 3:00 pm Banquet Room & PHOTOS BY JENNIFER McCONKEY WES Principal Sonja Bennett wants to help her students “be self-confident learners and see Catering Available BTS18 themselves as capable of graduating high school, going to college or a trade school, or landing their dream job.” August 2, 2018, The Herald-Advocate 11 Wauchula Elementary Supply List No rolling book bags in kindergarten or first grade. KINDERGARTEN 4 Ticonderoga My First Pencils (fat pencils) 8 glue sticks 1 pair of scissors 1 pencil/crayon box 1 pair of headphones 4 boxes of 24-pack crayons (no colored pencils) 1 towel, blanket or mat for rest time 1 pencil pouch with 3 holes and zipper 1 primary journal (not a composition book – pages have a space for a picture and wide lines for writing) Girls – 1 pack of baby wipes & 1 of disinfectant wipes Boys – 1 box of Ziploc bags (quart or gallon size) & 1 box of Kleenex tissues Optional: Dry-erase markers FIRST GRADE 2 2-pocket plastic folders with 3 prongs (no binders) 2 boxes of 24 plain yellow pencils 4 boxes of 24 crayons 1 pair of blunt-tipped scissors 1 bottle of Elmer’s glue 4 glue sticks 1 spiral notebook 1 small pencil box 1 pair of earbuds/headphones 4 large pink erasers Girls - 2 packs of baby wipes and 1 box of Third-grade teacher Randa Kellogg is getting her classroom ready with help from sons Jett quart-size Ziploc bags (left) and Jace. Jett will be a fifth-grade student at WES and Jace will be entering the eighth Boys - 1 container of disinfectant wipes and grade at the junior high. 1 box of gallon-size Ziploc bags

Drop Off: SECOND GRADE 2 boxes of Ticonderoga pencils 4 boxes of crayons TA K E Open House No earlier PTO Info Wednesday, Visit the booth at 3 packs of pink erasers (not cap) 1 pair of student scissors than 7 a.m. 3 2-pocket plastic folders with 3 prongs 4 glue sticks NOTE Aug. 8, 1-3 p.m. Must be in class Meet Your 1 pack of sticky notes 1 pair of headphones 1 non-bendable ruler (inches and centimeters) 1 backpack by 7:35. Teacher Wauchula School Hours to sign up. 1 pencil pouch with 3 holes (no boxes) Breakfast: Pick Up: 2:00 p.m. Girls – 1 box of quart-size Ziploc bags and hand sanitizer /do not arrive Meetings are Boys – 1 box of gallon-size Ziploc bags and Elementary 7:00-7:20 a.m. once a month. disinfectant or baby wipes School before 1:45 THIRD GRADE CLEANING UP CAMPUS 3 12-packs of pre-sharpened pencils Large pencil pouch 1-inch 3-ring binder with pockets Scissors Sticky notes Crayons or colored pencils Earbuds 1 3-pack of glue sticks Erasers 1 black dry-erase marker 2 composition books Girls – 1 container of disinfectant wipes Boys – 1 container of hand sanitizer

FOURTH GRADE 5 12-packs of No. 2 pencils Colored pencils Scissors Highlighters (4 colors) Ruler (standard- and metric-ruled) 5 3-prong, 2-pocket folders (red, blue, orange, yellow, green) 2 packs of loose-leaf wide-ruled notebook paper 4 dry-erase markers (any color) Sticky notes 1 composition book Earbuds or headphones or $11 Glue sticks Pencil bag 1-inch binder with clear cover Girls – 3x5 index cards Boys – 1 box of quart- or gallon-size Ziploc bags

FIFTH GRADE 48 No. 2 pencils Erasers Red pens Markers Scissors 4 packs of loose-leaf wide-ruled notebook paper 6 glue sticks Pencil pouch (no crayon/pencil box) 1-inch binder Multi-colored highlighters COURTESY PHOTO 3x5 lined white index cards Earbuds or headphones The former four-room building at Wauchula Elementary School, which has been vacant for Hand-held pencil sharpener more than 10 years, was demolished over the summer. The Florida Department of Education 3 3-prong, 2-pocket folders (1 red, 1 blue, 1 yellow) condemned the building in May, and Principal Sonja Bennett is excited that it’s no longer 3 1-subject spiral notebooks (1 red, 1 blue, 1 yellow) on campus. She says it posed a security risk, because someone could have attempted to Last name A-M – quart-size Ziploc bags hide in the building or children could have tried to sneak in. Bennett has several remodeling Last name N-Z – gallon-size Ziploc bags ideas she hopes will happen over the next few years, and removing this old building is a good first step. 12 The Herald-Advocate, August 2, 2018 The Race To Success Continues At ZSE By JENNIFER McCONKEY to purchase 50 Chromebooks for also need to present ID to have Herald-Advocate Intern the first grade and 25-30 for the your volunteer form notarized. Zolfo Springs Elementary second grade. If you’re interested in joining knows “it’s not a sprint, it’s a There are a few staff changes the school’s PTO, you will need to marathon,” and that attitude is this year to note. fill out a volunteer form, even if paying off. Juliann Hunnicutt will be join- you filled one out last year. The As the only school in the Heart- ing the ZSE team as a reading re- PTO will have a booth at open land Education Consortium to mediation teacher. Hunnicutt house where you can get more in- earn an “A” last year, ZSE is well grew up in Hardee County, and is formation. along its way on the theme, “Rac- returning to the area after working And don’t forget about clubs ing To Success.” in Fort Myers. for your kids. “Our staff works hard,” said And returning to ZSE after re- ZSE will be continuing its Principal Tammy Pohl, comparing tiring a couple years ago is Linda clubs for art, running, music, them to a family. And they’re ex- Barrington. She will be working books and chess along with its cited to get back. as a second-grade teacher this Student Council and Safety Pa- The teachers this year will be year. trol. The school wants to make reading “Teaching in the Fast The building has also gone sure it has something for every- Lane” by Suzy Pepper Rollins to through some changes, including one, especially since many stu- continue improving their instruc- painting and a new water line. dents don’t have transportation to tional styles. New security cameras are also places like the YMCA after school Pohl believes that all students being added. ends. can be successful. She wants the Students and parents will have For parents who do transport school to answer the question, a chance to meet their hard-work- their children to and from school, “How can we get there together?” ing teachers at open house on remember that students can have One way they’re hoping to con- Wednesday, Aug. 8, from 1 to 3 breakfast at 6:50 and school starts tinue along the road to success is p.m. Parents are urged to bring an at 7:30. School is dismissed at through new technology. If funds ID so they can get their emer- 1:45, so pick up your children be- allow for it, the school is hoping gency cards notarized. You will fore 2:05.

TAKE NOTE Zolfo Springs Elementary School PHOTOS BY JENNIFER McCONKEY Leading the race to success are (from left) Assistant Principal Leigh LaJeunesse and Principal Tammy Pohl.

Open House Wednesday, Aug. 8, 1-3 p.m. Parents, bring your ID Central Pump and Irrigation, Inc. School Hours Breakfast: 6:50 a.m. Computer Designed Drop Off: Must be in Irrigation Systems class by 7:30 a.m. Pick Up: 1:45 p.m./ Pumps and Irrigation Supplies no later than 2:05 p.m. RON HENDERSON PTO Info 2318 E. Main St. Visit the booth at Wauchula, FL 33873 open house for information. (863) 773-6259 Get a volunteer form Custodians (from left) Maria Saldivar, Stacy Mushrush and notarized to join. Estella Meza have been getting Zolfo Springs Elementary ready for a great school year. BTS18 The Herald-Advocate, August 2, 2018 13 Zolfo Springs Elementary Supply List

ALL GRADES *NO rolling backpacks *NO mechanical pencils *NO pencil sharpeners *NO Trapper Keepers *Label all of your child’s supplies with child’s name.

KINDERGARTEN 3 or 4 sharpened pencils 4 big pink erasers 1 box of 24 crayons (not twistable) Blunt-end scissors 4 big glue sticks (no bottles) Small plastic school box (no zippers)

FIRST GRADE 1 backpack 1 supply box 2 big glue sticks 1 pair of scissors 1 box of 24 crayons 2 big erasers 1 box of colored pencils 1 composition book 24 No. 2 pencils 3 small-tip dry-erase markers 2-pack of yellow highlighters 1 1-inch 3-ring binder 1 box of disinfectant wipes Girls – 1 box of quart-size Ziploc bags Boys – 1 box of gallon-size Ziploc bags

SECOND GRADE 1 24-count box of Crayola crayons 30 sharpened pencils 1 pair of Fiskars scissors for kids (pointed tip) 10 glue sticks 1 pencil box for storage 1 backpack 3 plastic folders with prongs and pockets (1 red, 1 blue, 1 green) 2 large white erasers 3 spiral-bound notebooks 1 ruler (inches and centimeters clearly marked) 2 highlighters (any color) 1 pack of dry-erase markers 1 pack of wide-ruled notebook paper 1 pencil pouch 1 1-inch 3-ring binder Boys – disinfectant wipes Girls – hand sanitizer (8 oz. or larger) Zolfo Springs Elementary’s theme, “Racing To Success,” reminds teachers and students to keep working hard while having fun. THIRD GRADE 2 spiral-bound 1-subject notebooks Scissors 2 packs of wide-ruled notebook paper Clipboard 2 plastic folders with prongs (orange and blue) 2 24-packs of No. 2 pencils (restock as needed) 1 24-pack of Crayola crayons 1 6-pack of glue sticks 1 12-pack of Crayola colored pencils Pump hand sanitizer Welcome Back To School Pencil pouch with holes for binder 1 1-inch binder with clear front sleeve Teachers, Staff and Students FOURTH GRADE Continuous supply of yellow No. 2 pencils Scissors The school year is a new beginning. A time to make 6-8 glue sticks Pencil pouch Crayons and markers changes and set priorities for the year to come. A time 4 plastic folders with 3 prongs and pockets to greet old friends and make new ones, and a time to 2 packs of cap erasers 5 spiral-bound notebooks make memories that will last a lifetime. 1 1-inch 3-ring binder Clipboard Dry-erase markers Headphones 2 packs of wide-ruled notebook paper Parents take an interest in your child's education. You Highlighters Girls – quart-size Ziploc bags are the most influential people in their life. Boys – gallon-size Ziploc bags FIFTH GRADE EDUCATION OPENS THE DOOR TO YOUR FUTURE. 4 glue sticks 4 spiral notebooks 1 composition notebook 4 packs lined notebook paper 5 dry-erase markers 1 pack of index cards 1-inch binder with plastic cover THE 2 yellow highlighters Sticky notes Gallon-size Ziploc bags Herald-Advocate Disinfectant wipes No. 2 pencils Earbuds or headphones HARDEE COUNTY’S HOMETOWN COVERAGE Scissors Cap erasers BTS18 14 The Herald-Advocate, August 2, 2018 Alane Academy Grows Along With Students

By JENNIFER McCONKEY In addition to spending 10-15 dents about reading, composing, Herald-Advocate Intern minutes a day directly teaching performing and responding to Alane Academy is getting about good habits, Alane staff music. ready for a new year of learning. work to integrate those lessons Taylor plans to continue having Unlike the public schools, into the rest of the day. They want community members come to the Alane will be starting classes on to carry the school’s core values school to teach the kids about their Aug. 13, which is a Monday. throughout all parts of school. careers in addition to taking stu- Open house will be next Thurs- Taylor encourages respect be- dents on a couple of educational day, Aug. 9, from 4 to 6 p.m. tween students and teachers. fieldtrips. That’s when you’ll get to meet That doesn’t mean they put ac- Alane has two new teachers your teacher and pick up your uni- ademics on the back burner, this year. forms. though. Last year, Alane’s Stan- Candice Lozano will be teach- It’s also when you get to see the ford Achievement Test scores ing pre-K, which she has 10 years big reveal of your classroom showed that the school’s average of experience with. And Claire theme. Principal Julie Poucher was above the national average. Thomas will be taking over the Taylor says she and the teachers This year, Alane is expanding virtual lab. She has experience fa- are excited for the reveal. its art program. Depending on cilitating Florida Virtual School The school’s overall focus, grade level, other new additions for homeschoolers and teaching in though, is on leadership and char- are agriculture experience, Span- public school. PHOTO BY JENNIFER McCONKEY acter development. ish, and keyboarding. As a reminder to parents, drop- Teachers Tonya Barwick (left) and Kaylynn Pearlman are Taylor wants her students to be And there will be a new music off time is from 7:30 to 7:45 a.m. preparing for the new school year. leaders in whatever area they find program that includes digital and and pick-up time is from 2:15 to themselves, and knows they need animated lessons. It will teach stu- 2:30 p.m. If your children are good character development for staying for after-school care, that to happen. you’ll need to pick them up by 5 p.m. at the latest. And note that the mandatory parent-teacher conferences will be the weeks of Oct. 22 and March 25. TAKE NOTE While most grades are already full for this year, if you’re inter- Alane ested in enrolling your child at Alane, you can still call or email New Vision Academy the school to check availability. Alane Academy has experi- Learning Center enced huge growth in enrollment since it opened in 2011 as an elementary school and had nine stu- Accepting registrations Open House dents. Now, Alane has between Thursday, 60-70 students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Infants thru 5th Grade Aug. 9, 4-6 p.m. Taylor says she’s very blessed Uniform pickup by the growth, but that they’re is at that time. outgrowing the school. While she hasn’t decided what she’s going to do about that issue yet, she wants parents and stu- COURTESY PHOTO dents to know that whatever she First Day Principal Julie Poucher Tay- decides, she always plans to keep lor is excited for the new year the charm, culture and special feel Monday, Aug. 13 and new staff members. that Alane Academy has. Call 863-735-8586 School Hours Drop Off: Lunches and snacks provided. 7:30-7:45 a.m. Paticipants of the USDA Food Program. Welcome 2920 Schoolhouse Road Zolfo Springs Pick Up: 2:15-2:30 p.m. Back To School A Ministry of New Vision Worship Center After-school program: Pick up your child Superior OK Tire Store DCF Lic.# C10HA0516 by 5 p.m. 740 Hwy 17 North Wauchula 773-3261 BTS18 BTS18 August 2, 2018, The Herald-Advocate 15 Cyberbullying: A Recognize & Prevent Dangerous Problem Bullying At School By JENNIFER McCONKEY campuses also work to help prevent bully- By JENNIFER McCONKEY school staff member, or report it anony- Herald-Advocate Intern ing by mentoring and getting support for at- Herald-Advocate Intern mously online through the district’s web- It’s a serious problem many people do risk youngsters. When you hear the word “bullying,” site or Heartland Crime Stoppers’ website not know how to handle. Unfortunately, kids in bullying situations what do you picture? or app. Bullying can be physical or emotional, (either as the bully, being bullied, or observ- Probably a child hitting or kicking an- When the school district gets a report of by a group or an individual. ing) usually don’t tell adults, according to other child, or maybe a group of young- cyberbullying, it passes the information to Physical bullying includes activities like stopbullying.gov. sters name-calling on the playground. local law enforcement, which investigates hitting, spitting and taking or breaking Signs that a child is involved in bullying But there’s a less obvious yet just as the bullying. someone’s possessions, says include unexplained changes in behavior, dangerous type of bullying going on right Just like with school bullying, stopbul- stopbullying.gov. grades or emotions; faking illness, feeling under many parent’s noses – cyberbully- lying.org urges parents of children who are This type of bullying can sometimes en- sick often; and physical injuries. ing. being cyberbullied to give open support to courage the bullied child to respond with vi- Even if your child isn’t involved in a bul- According to stopbullying.gov, “Cyber- their children. olence. This happened to 11-year old Ty lying situation, it’s good to have open com- bullying is bullying that takes place over If your child has access to a cell phone Field in 2010, and ended tragically. When munication about bullying so he will feel digital devices like cell phones, computers or social media, make sure she under- he responded to physical bullying by fight- comfortable coming to you if it does hap- and tablets.” stands what cyberbullying is, why it is so ing back, he was suspended. Following the pen. This can include sharing nude or sexual serious, and how to respond when she sees suspension, Ty took his own life. photos without permission, spreading lies it happening. This can help prevent your Emotional bullying can be verbal, like How To Respond about someone, creating a false identity child from cyberbullying someone else name calling, teasing or threatening harm. Recognizing bullying is important, but and using it to gain another student’s trust and will let her know what to do if she is It can also be social, like intentionally ex- what should you do next? Stopbullying.gov before spreading personal information, ever cyberbullied. cluding someone, spreading rumors or pub- provides the following advice: sharing or threatening to share someone’s Eason urges parents to stay aware of licly embarrassing someone. If your child is being bullied, let her private information online, or creating a what their children are doing on their One sad example of social bullying is the know you want to help. If she needs more Facebook group to oppose a targeted stu- phones and on social media. Make sure story of 17-year-old Rehtaeh Parsons, who help than you can give, you might involve dent. they understand that as soon as they send was removed from life support following an a school counselor or mental health profes- It can also include encouraging some- a picture or information to a friend, it’s attempt to take her own life in 2013 after sional. one to self-harm or take their own life. public. her fellow students circulated a sexually ex- Work with the school to come up with This allegedly happened to 12-year-old If you’re being cyberbullied, it’s a good plicit photo of her. prevention techniques. Don’t tell kids to ig- Mallory Grossman last year, who did end idea to take screenshots as evidence, since Junior high campuses have more bully- nore bullying or fight back. The Hardee her own life. some social media sites automatically re- ing than other schools, according to the Na- School District considers any form of retal- Cyberbullying can take place alongside move posts after a certain amount of time tional Education Association. iation to be bullying, also. school bullying, as in the case of Phoebe and the original poster could take down Hardee Junior High is working to edu- Be supportive of any child involved in a Prince. She experienced verbal and cyber- the offending posts. cate its students about bullying through var- bullying situation. Although most young bullying, resulting in her death by suicide And students should be careful about ious assemblies and programs. One of its people who are bullied don’t have suicidal in 2010. Following Prince’s death, five what they say of others, says Lanier. It’s main focuses is telling students about the thoughts, other risk factors combined with students who bullied her faced legal con- easy to say something online that hurts an- legal issues involved. Students in this age bullying could lead to that. If a child is al- sequences. other person. group may not realize the legal conse- ready depressed, for example, bullying can This type of bullying is most common Florida’s anti-bullying and anti-harass- quences of bullying behaviors, and school make the situation worse. in high schools, says bullyingstatistics.org. ment laws cover in-person bullying and staff members want to make sure they un- Make sure you’re patient and persistent Although it’s not usually as obvious to cyberbullying. If you or your child is ex- derstand. – bullying situations aren’t always solved parents and teachers, cyberbullying can periencing bullying, you can visit stopbul- The school’s administrators say they quickly. feel nearly inescapable to someone expe- lying.gov to find out more about your legal don’t put up with bullying. If your child is bullying someone else, riencing it. protection and how to help. School resource officers at all district model respect as you explain why his be- And it can have long-term conse- havior is unacceptable. Find out why your quences for both parties. Stopbullying.gov child started bullying. If you need to, help says that a damaged online reputation can him get connected with a mental health pro- affect college and job applications years fessional. later. Kids might bully others without meaning So why do people cyberbully others? any harm, so help your child empathize It’s easy. And it’s often anonymous. with and make amends to the bullied child. Signs that a child is involved in cyber- If a child is thinking of suicide or feeling bullying include increased desire for pri- hopeless or helpless, call the National Sui- vacy about online activity, social cide Prevention Lifeline at (800) 273- 8255. withdrawal, changes in the amount of time And remember, there are laws in place to spent on electronic devices, emotional re- help protect you and your children from actions while using an electronic device, bullying. Stopbullying.gov lists detailed in- and replacing social media accounts with formation about Florida’s anti-bullying and new ones, stopbullying.org says. anti-harassment laws. Wauchula Police Chief John Eason and How To Respond Hardee County Sheriff Arnold Lanier both If your student is involved in cyberbul- encourage students and parents to report lying or is aware of it happening to some- any bullying, even if they aren’t involved. one else, report it, say district If you aren’t comfortable telling law en- administrators, Wauchula Police Chief forcement, you should still tell a school staff John Eason and Hardee County Sheriff member or report the bullying anonymously Arnold Lanier. Tell law enforcement or a online through the district’s website. 16 The Herald-Advocate, August 2, 2018 Yes, Virginia, 4 New Coaches Join Wildcat Roster There Is A By TOM STAIK Working with coach Israel Tor- are in an extremely competitive proved – and safer – playing con- Of The Herald-Advocate res, coach Chris Bishop and the district, the goal is to compete suc- ditions for the squad, and called The Wildcats will have a pack YMCA, Rast helped found an all- cessfully, not strictly to win. Win- for officials to examine the possi- Free Lunch of fresh faces on the sidelines this girls league. ning or losing is simply a bility of installing a regulation By JENNIFER McCONKEY year. “The first year was quite suc- bi-product of playing the game.” rubberized overlay on the track at Herald-Advocate Intern The Lady Wildcats will see cessful as we had nearly 40 girls Wildcat Stadium. If feeding your kids healthy new coaches in golf, soccer and participate,” Rast said. “The focus Track The founder of the local sum- meals is difficult in your home, volleyball, according to Travis was to isolate the girls and allow Ernest Graham has been hitting mer travel track-and-field squad, don’t worry. Tubbs, athletic director of Hardee them to become comfortable with the ground running as the new Graham is the father of Alexis Free breakfasts and lunches will Senior High School. our coaching philosophy and de- head coach of the Wildcat track Benjamin-Graham, who earlier continue to be available to all The Wildcats will also have a velop as a group without the high and field program. this year claimed Hardee High’s Hardee County School District stu- fresh face with the hiring of a new competitiveness that the boys Graham, as a volunteer, logged first state title in shot put. dents this year. These meals are de- track coach, Tubbs said. bring.” hundreds of hours the past two signed to meet the health standards Rast ran a “ball skills” practice seasons assisting Hardee High Golf of the U.S. Department of Agricul- Volleyball through the summer that was open with its The Lady Wildcats golf team is ture. Erica Roberts will be taking to all junior- and senior-high track-and- also teeing up with a new head There’s no application unless over the head-coaching duties for school-aged girls and focused on field pro- coach. your child has a special food re- the volleyball squad. the basics of “dribbling, passing, gram. Jennifer Gough quirement, like a food allergy or Roberts, who first touch, turning with the ball, Succeed- will be taking physical condition that limits cer- lettered in vol- and shooting properly.” ing Rob over leadership tain foods. You can find forms for leyball at “My job is to make a safe, fun, Beatty in the duties of the food needs on the district’s website. Hardee interesting, and challenging envi- head-coach- squad as the The school district will provide High, as- ronment where these girls can ing slot, Graham has taken an ac- team returns to free meals regardless of a child’s cends to learn the game and develop tive role in petitioning The School the links for the dietary restrictions – just make sure the high quickly,” Rast said. “In short, we Board of Hardee County for im- fall season. to let the school know what your school post kid needs. after a stint And, of course, if you would as assistant rather pack your children’s lunches, coach for the volleyball squad at that’s no problem. Kids aren’t re- Hardee Junior High School. Hardee High School Athletics quired to eat the school meals. “One big goal that I would like to bring is building a sense of openness, communication and 2018-19 Season Tickets family,” Roberts said. 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[email protected] BTS18 BTS18 August 2, 2018, The Herald-Advocate 17 Marching Band Dreams Of Nightmares By JENNIFER McCONKEY including music for their pregame Herald-Advocate Intern show. The marching band at Hardee Thompson won’t allow stu- Senior High School is getting dents to use lyres — music holders ready for an exciting season of that attach to an instrument or scary music. wrist — after the first couple of Its show this year is called games, and doesn’t like letting stu- “Worst Nightmare,” and perform- dents use them at all. That’s be- ances will consist of scary film cause the band is also preparing music, including selections from for competitions, where marching “Psycho,” “Sleepy Hollow,” “Spi- bands are expected to have all of derman” and “Tales from the their music memorized. Crypt.” The band will be attending This year’s show is going to three competitions this season. have a lot of visual elements with The regional competitions will be the students’ movement, says band at Durant High School in Plant director Jason K. Thompson. In City on Sept. 29 and West Port fact, he says he’s planning the High School in Ocala on Oct. 20. most exciting halftime show since The district assessment will be at he’s been at the school. Lakewood Ranch High School in The band, which has about 50 Bradenton on Oct. 27. members, began full practice on While Thompson is the only Wednesday. In addition to these full-time marching band staff August practices, the drumline had member, there are several others some practices in June and the helping the band prepare. Color color guard started practice in July. guard coach Meagan Yopp, drum- “I wish people could see how line coach David Adams and vi- hard the kids work, especially sual tech Allison Yopp are all when it’s hot,” says Thompson. working with the band this year. Not only do the members need And leading the band onto the PHOTO BY JENNIFER McCONKEY to learn the marching pattern and field will be two drum majors: The color guard started practicing in July, before band camp started this week. Color guards movements, they also need to senior Alejandra Ramirez and jun- are able to add visual elements to a marching band’s show that other members can’t do with memorize all of their show music, ior Isaac Estrada. their instruments. Wildcats Seeking Third Straight District Crown By MICHAEL KELLY in their bodies,” Kemp said, anx- in the weight room together. Hardee in January, is getting more District play begins Sept. 14 Herald-Advocate Intern ious for the season to begin. “The In addition to working on the and more comfortable working when the Cats take a road trip to The 2018 Hardee Wildcats had players have been very committed field, Kemp has led the team in with his receivers. Sarasota to take on Booker before a “really good” summer, accord- and it shows.” studying the R.E.A.L. Man pro- Fall practices got underway having a bye week on Sept. 21. ing to third-year Head Coach Leading the way for the Wild- gram, developed by a coach, July 30. The first game, the Kick- Play resumes on Sept. 28 with Brian Kemp, as the team turns its cats are 16 seniors who are hungry Frank DiCocco, and the H.O.P.E. off Classic, will take place at another district opponent in attention to the upcoming season to take the program further into Foundation to help today’s youth Wildcat Stadium on Aug. 17 at Lemon Bay visiting Wildcat Sta- and pursuing its third straight 5A- the playoffs after being bounced in in character development. 7:30. dium. District 11 Championship. the first round each of the past two Kemp hopes going through the The regular season starts with Homecoming is Oct. 5 and Standing in its way will be seasons. program will help his players cope Hardee’s second biggest rival, the Hardee will host the Bartow Yel- Bradenton Bayshore, Sarasota They are Jean Youte, Sam better with adversity, both during Fort Meade Miners, which will low Jackets for the occasion. Booker, Lemon Bay, Bradenton Louis, James Pearson, Daniel the games and after their Wildcat host the Wildcats on Aug. 24. Senior night and Hardee’s last Southeast and the arch-rival DeS- Everett, Randy McLeod, Ray Zu- careers are over. When Kemp returned to regular season home game is Oct. oto Bulldogs niga, Ra’hym Lewis, Kaleb Floyd, The team did attend a Fellow- Hardee, he put a big emphasis on 12 and is against Bradenton Kemp said the players have put Jacob Davidson, Jean St. Louis, ship of Christian Athletes seven- winning the “Highway 17” rivalry Bayshore, a district opponent. in a lot of work this summer, and Matt Tyson, Hardee Pace, Tyler on-seven passing competition games against Fort Meade and The final two games of district he feels it has been the best offsea- Steedley, Bo Villarreal, Tom Pace during the end of June, and Pear- DeSoto, and so far his teams are competition will be on the road for son program since he returned to and Isaac Moreno, who returned son, who will be the starting quar- undefeated against both the Min- Hardee. his Alma Matter as head coach in to the team this summer after terback after transferring to ers and Bulldogs. Southeast, typically one of the 2016. missing the spring for disciplinary Hardee’s regular-season home stronger teams in the district, hosts After the spring game, he gave reasons. games get underway with Sebring Hardee on Oct. 19 before the all players and coaches three Kemp said the class has a visiting Wildcat Stadium on Aug. Wildcats travel to DeSoto to hope- weeks off before beginning sum- “good shot” at repeating as district 31 and the Avon Park Red Devils fully wrap up the district crown on mer weightlifting and condition- champions and hopes his senior coming to town Sept. 7. Oct. 26. ing work. leaders of the team can learn from Both Highlands County teams The last game of the year is in And work they have, Kemp previous mistakes in postseason have improved dramatically dur- Naples against Barron Collier on said, since returning for four days play to advance further. ing the past several seasons, and Nov. 2. a week of weightlifting and condi- The team did not attend any the Wildcats will look to avenge a The first round of playoffs is set tioning on June 10. summer camps and instead stayed pair of loses from last season to begin the following week, on “You can really see the changes in Hardee and worked really hard against the neighboring foes. Nov. 9. 18 The Herald-Advocate, August 2, 2018 HJH Is Working Hard For Excellence By JENNIFER McCONKEY tion classes to become certified as HJH. Reading teacher Yolanda Herald-Advocate Intern administrative office specialists Gray retired. A.V.I.D. teacher Jes- Hardee Junior High is getting and agriculture associates. Eighth sica Gilliard transferred to Hardee ready for a new school year, and graders can also earn high school High, civics teacher Kris Harden Dr. Sheryl Mosley, the school’s credit while beginning the transferred to HES and dean of principal, hopes that it’s even agritechnology and agricultural students Ray Rivas transferred to more successful than last year. biotechnology programs. Bowling Green Elementary. Her goal for this year is for the The school also has some new Open house time will depend school to be at state level or above staff members. on your child’s grade, so make in all subjects. The school came New to the district are science sure you mark your calendar. Sev- close to that goal last year, and teachers Micaela Ford and Tiffany enth- and eighth-grade open house Mosley wants this year to be even Browdy, English Language Arts will be on Tuesday, Aug. 7, from better. teachers Matthew Christansen and 1 to 5 p.m. Sixth-grade open The school, following its theme Kathleen Jordan, math teacher house will take place on Wednes- of “Anchored in Excellence,” will Erica Roberts and dean of students day, Aug. 8, from 1 to 3 p.m. be encouraging students to work Dr. Marcus Jenkins. Parents are encouraged to come hard by rewarding good grades. Transferring to HJH are science in before open house to pick up Students who make the Honor teachers Brittany Wiggins from their children’s emergency care Roll will receive a reward – and Hilltop Elementary School and cards. These cards need to be the reward is different each nine Kim Hanshaw from North completed and turned in at open weeks, so don’t quit trying after Wauchula Elementary, math house, so filling them out ahead of making it only once. teacher Tracey White from HES time will save you from having to There will also be a different and reading teacher Monica Block wait in line as long. HJH administrators encourage parents to fill their role in reward each nine weeks for stu- from Zolfo Springs Elementary. And for parents of sixth keeping the school safe by following all security policies. dents who meet the Accelerated Some teachers will be changing graders, you can look forward to Even if school staff members know you, you’ll still need to Reading goal for that quarter. subjects: Sheena Newman and parents’ night, which will be an- show photo ID to sign out your student. And for students who are inter- Linda Calvillo are switching from nounced on the school calendar. ested in career training, the school science to ELA, Daniel Estrada is There’s also the possibility of a has several electives to choose switching from ELA to civics, Parent-Teacher Organization from, including computer, agricul- Emily Ibanez is switching from forming this year. Once school ture and journalism, which is new science to civics, and Sean Brown starts, the administration plans to for seventh and eighth graders this is switching from ELA to Ad- ask parents if they would like to year. vancement Via Individual Deter- help form this organization. If Students have the option of tak- mination and research. you’re interested, make sure to let ing Career and Technical Educa- And some teachers are leaving the school know. School Starts August 10 Drive Safe!

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PHOTOS BY JENNIFER McCONKEY Sixth-grade English Language Arts teacher Sheena Newman encourages her students during a test. BTS18 August 2, 2018, The Herald-Advocate 19 Mentors Go Hardee Junior High One-On-One TAKE NOTE 2018-19 Supply List With Kids No. 2 pencils (not mechanical) Hardee Junior High School Paper By JENNIFER McCONKEY Herald-Advocate Intern Open House Colored pencils Hardee Junior High will be Grades 7 & 8 – Tuesday, Aug. 7, 1-5 p.m. Simple Basic Calculator (needs to have square root) starting a new mentor program for Grade 6 – Wednesday, Aug. 8, 1-3 p.m. Pocket folders with fasteners select students this year. The program, called “Check (1 each: blue, red, green and yellow) and Connect,” will start off with School Hours Science Supplies: 10 staff members, including teach- Drop Off: Must be in class by 7:30 a.m. * Glue Sticks ers, paraprofessionals, deans and Pick Up: 3:00-3:20 p.m. * Washable Markers coaches. Each of them will take on one student to mentor throughout * Ruler the school year. PTO Info * Sticky Notes The goal is for these staff mem- Once classes start, contact the school * Scissors bers to help monitor their stu- if you’re interested in helping start a PTO * Index cards dents’ progress and encourage them academically by meeting Meet with teachers at open house for with the students during school. They will also work to make a any other supply needs. personal connection with their students’ families. These families will be invited to the school in Au- gust for a meet and greet, in De- cember for a holiday event, and at the end of the school year to cele- “Let us remember: one book, brate completing the year. one pen, one child and If the program goes well, the school plans to expand it to in- one teacher can change clude more staff members and stu- the world.” dents later in the year. Each staff —Malala Yousafzai member will only take on one student at a time, though, to make sure each student involved gets enough one-on-one attention.

BTS18 Assistant principals Suzanne Stagg and Gilbert Vasquez flank principal Dr. Sheryl Mosley. 20 The Herald-Advocate, August 2, 2018 HHS Offers Path To Successful Future

By JENNIFER McCONKEY cialist, Microsoft Office Specialist pus and pick up your schedule at Herald-Advocate Intern Master and Intuit QuickBooks. open house, which is Wednesday, Hardee High School has been The school will also be expand- Aug. 8, from 3 to 6 p.m. Parents making improvements in academ- ing the Agile Minds math curricu- should bring their IDs. ics and around campus. lum to include more students, A few days before open house, Academically, the school has especially freshmen and sopho- the school will call parents to let been showing signs of growth. Its mores. them know they can come pick up letter grade went up from a D to a And, of course, there will be their parent packets. If you don’t C last year, and the graduation some staff changes this year. want to wait in as many lines at rate, which has been going up the Amy Paris, who taught last year open house, fill out the paperwork last two years, is now at 72.1 per- at North Wauchula Elementary, and get your signatures notarized cent. will be coming on as a science beforehand. Principal Dr. Michele Polk says teacher. Jill Tyson will be joining Polk encourages parents to at- the school’s ultimate goal “is to HHS from Wauchula Elementary tend parent night. Check the date have every student that enters as a physical education teacher. for your parent night in the “Take Hardee High School graduate on Ana Collom is coming in as a Note” box here. time with a solid plan for their fu- media teacher. And Jessica She also strongly urges seniors ture.” Gilliard will be transferring from and their parents to attend FAFSA She encourages parents to help the junior high to work as a grad- Help Night on Oct. 1, 2 or 3. The hold their children accountable for uation coach. event will be held at 6 p.m. on all their schoolwork by following the The Social Studies Department three evenings. Those letters stand 2018-19 Report Card and Progress is welcoming Joni Creed, who is for Free Application for Federal Report dates (see calendar on page transferring from Hilltop Elemen- Student Aid. 21) and checking their grades. tary, and Nicholas Masiello and To help you remember impor- The teachers will be learning Jennifer Gough, who are new to tant dates and receive other impor- more about helping students the district. tant information, you can follow strengthen their WICOR skills, Also new to the district this the instructions in your parent which stands for writing, inquiry, year are Cathryn Uber, who will packet to sign up for the princi- collaboration, organization and be teaching English; Israel Pierre, pal’s “Remind” messages. Principal Dr. Michele Polk (left) and Assistant Principal Mary reading. According to Meredith who will be teaching Spanish; and School hours are 8:30 a.m. to Farr take a short break during a busy summer work day. Durastanti, using WICOR teach- Stephanie Douglas, who will be 3:22 p.m. Drop-off time is from 8 They, along with Assistant Principal Ron Herron (not pic- ing helps students with different an Exceptional Student Education to 8:25 a.m. and pick-up time is tured), will be continuing their roles as administrators this learning styles. paraprofessional. from 3:22 to 3:45 p.m. school year. The school will also continue Physical education teacher upgrading its technology by Byron Jarnagin retired this year, adding new smartboards to several and social studies teacher Rob classrooms. Davis is transferring to Bowling And, good news for students in- Green Elementary. terested in writing, HHS will be The school will also have some offering a creative writing elective physical improvements this year. this year! To help keep the campus se- HHS will also continue offer- cure, the school resource officers’ ing students the opportunity to office and the attendance office earn industry certifications. Elec- are switching places. The atten- trocardiogram (EKG) Technician dance office will be closer to the will be a new certification avail- front of the school, and a fence able this year. The other certifica- will be added to try to keep visi- tions are Food Service tors from going past that office Management, Certified Nursing without permission. Assistant, Agritechnology Spe- And to fix the auditorium’s cialist, Agriculture Associate, flooding problem, the school is re- Agricultural Biotechnology Spe- doing the drainage system. Once cialist, National Center for Con- that’s finished, new seating and struction Education & Research carpeting will be put in. Carpentry, Microsoft Office Spe- You’ll be able to see the cam-

“Education is what remains after one has forgotten what one has

learned in school.” PHOTOS BY JENNIFER McCONKEY —Albert Einstein To help improve school security, the attendance office and school resource officers’ office will be switching places this year. Here, (from left) Jimbo Williams, Jeff Johnson and Richard Smith are working hard to get the new attendance office ready. August 2, 2018, The Herald-Advocate 21 Parents, Do Hardee High School You Want To TAKE NOTE 2018-19 Report Card Be Involved? Hardee Senior High School & Progress Report Dates: By JENNIFER McCONKEY Herald-Advocate Intern Open House Sept. 12 – First Nine-Weeks Progress Report While Hardee High School Wednesday, Aug. 8, 3-6 p.m. doesn’t have a PTO, it does have Oct. 29 – First Report Card a School Advisory Council. School Hours The SAC helps build and mon- Drop Off: 8-8:25 a.m. Nov. 14 – Second Nine-Weeks Progress Report itor the school improvement plan, Pick Up: 3:22-3:45 p.m. Jan. 16 – Second Report Card and is made up of students and parents. School Advisory Council Info Feb. 7 – Third Nine-Weeks Progress Report If you’re a parent interested in Parents can fill out the SAC Interest Form in serving on the SAC, you can com- April 3 – Third Report Card plete a SAC Interest Form, which the parent packet and turn it in by the deadline will be in your parent packet. Par- to have their names added to the ballot. April 18 – Fourth Nine-Weeks Progress Report ent packets are distributed at the beginning of the school year. Parent Nights June – Fourth Report Card After the submission deadline, Freshman Student: Sept. 6, 6 p.m. (available after state test results are released) everyone who’s interested in serv- Sophomore Student: Oct. 23, 6 p.m. ing will have their name placed on Junior Student: Sept. 24, 6 p.m. a ballot. Seats will be filled based on the Senior Student: Sept. 18, 6 p.m. voting results and alignment with FAFSA Help: Oct. 1, 2 & 3, 6 p.m. the demographics of the school’s Hardee High School student body. For example, if the student body is 40 percent Cau- 2018-19 Supply List casian, then about 40 percent of the parents on the SAC need to be All Students Will Need: Caucasian also. Students don’t complete an ap- One 3-inch ring binder (or two 2.5-inch binders) plication to join the SAC. The per semester school looks for students who have been voted on as leaders 7 dividers (one for each of your courses) within various clubs active on the school campus. Pencil pouch that clips into the rings of the binder Notebook paper, pens and pencils Calendar or planner

Additional supplies will be determined by individual classroom teachers.

ardee Count H o y Disp sal Good Luck This School Year! Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm Saturday 8 am - Noon Teachers (from left) Nicole Aubry, Cindy Moffat, Martha Shiver, Joni Creed and Jennifer 863-773-6079 Gough are having a U.S. History planning meeting. Creed and Gough are new to HHS this BTS18 year. 22 The Herald-Advocate, August 2, 2018 Homeschool: An Interactive And Social Way To Learn By JENNIFER McCONKEY prom and a graduation ceremony get plenty of socialization and cul- ing to other families if the parents school, you’re already 80 percent Herald-Advocate Intern at a Florida Parent Educators As- tural exposure, but on her terms. have a desire to do it. You don’t of the way there. Many people wonder how sociation convention each spring. Pesco and Mikell also like that need an education degree. Palacios is the director of homeschoolers get enough social- Alasha Mikell, who home- they can customize each of their “If you can read, you can Hardee County’s Classical Con- ization. schools her two daughters, says children’s lessons to fit their inter- homeschool,” says Mikell. You versations homeschool group. CC “That’s a huge misconception,” her oldest is probably more social- ests and learning styles. And just need to care about doing it. is an international program that says homeschool mom Christina ized now than she was while at- homeschooling provides more She also encourages home- lets homeschool families go Pesco when asked about it. In fact, tending public school. hands-on, real-world opportunities schooling parents to build a sup- through the same curriculum to- she says her family has to turn She says her family isn’t hiding to learn, says Dickey. port system so you aren’t gether and meet once a week for down some invitations because from the world, they’re preparing Homeschooling also allows homeschooling alone. group classes. The CC school year their social calendar is so full. their children for it. more flexibility for traveling, Be prepared for a lot of work, will start on Aug. 13, but families Homeschool students partici- That’s one of the reasons some which many homeschool families though. Pesco says that home- can join any time during the year. pate in church, library activities, parents choose to homeschool enjoy. schooling is a job, and you need to There are also many families in sports, 4-H, music classes and their children. Anna Dickey says Jeannie Palacios says she likes do work, like lesson planning, Hardee County who aren’t mem- homeschool groups. They also she decided to homeschool partly teaching her kids how to learn, not even on the weekends. bers of CC, like Pesco’s family. have opportunities to participate because she chose not to expose just what to learn. Dickey says that if God gives Although Hardee doesn’t have a in all school extracurricular activ- her kids to worldly things on the All four of the moms say they you the desire to homeschool, He co-op (homeschool group that ities and field trips, and can attend world’s terms. She says her kids would recommend homeschool- will give you the ability. doesn’t use a specific curriculum), Palacios agrees. She says that if Highlands County has one that you have the desire to home- families can go to.

PHOTOS BY JENNIFER McCONKEY Alasha Mikell homeschools her two daughters, Morgan (left) and Savannah. Morgan says her favorite thing about being homeschooled is that she doesn’t get bullied and can learn more about God than she did in public school, and Savannah says “it’s just fun.”

Homeschoolers Khale, Morgan, and Braddock Dickey work hard to get their schoolwork done. Braddock and Khale say being homeschooled is fun, and all three agree that one of

their favorite things about it is that they can spend more time with their friends. BTS18 August 2, 2018, The Herald-Advocate 23 Adult Ed: More Than You Think By JENNIFER McCONKEY Director Meredith Durastanti and can increase a student’s future Herald-Advocate Intern says they’re here to support the income. When you hear the title “Adult community. And for younger students, the Education Center,” you probably Adults can enroll with the A.V.I.D. program is expanding think of GED classes or English Adult Education Center at any this year from just the junior and classes. point during the year. Durastanti senior high schools to include But the Hardee County Adult wants people to know that earning North Wauchula Elementary. Education Center does much more a GED isn’t easy but the reward is According to Durastanti, than that. huge. Students need to be very A.V.I.D. is a college-readiness While it does offer Adult Basic committed to reach their goal. program that helps students who Education, English for Speakers For students who are still in are capable of going to college but of Other Languages and General school, the center still provides don’t have the support they need. Educational Development classes, plenty of opportunities. The program helps these students it also oversees high school and Career and Technical Education by raising expectations and pro- junior high Career and Technical lets junior- and senior-high stu- viding rigorous classes while pro- Education, the Hardee County dents take classes and become in- viding a support system. Recreation Complex and the dis- dustry certified. These It also uses WICOR — writ- trict’s Advancement Via Individ- certifications can help increase ing, inquiry, collaboration, organ- ual Determination program. college options and job prospects, ization and reading — teaching techniques to help students with different learning styles. So as the new school year approaches, the Adult Education Center is excited to welcome everyone back. Even if you aren’t PHOTO BY JENNIFER McCONKEY an adult yet, you’ll probably be Adult Education Center Director Meredith Durastanti (right) impacted by the work they’re says the center “is eager to welcome staff and students back doing. to school.” With her is instructor Yvonne Floyd.

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863-773-3173 BTS18 24 The Herald-Advocate, August 2, 2018 Nix Brand Names & Design Library Offers Art Your Own School Supplies For Homeschoolers By JENNIFER McCONKEY will be artist studies. Shackleford By JENNIFER McCONKEY started. Just remember to be cre- Just because your school tells Herald-Advocate Intern will teach the students about an Herald-Advocate Intern ative and have fun with it! you what color folders and note- Homeschoolers can look for- artist, and then they will do a Kids often want brand-name books to buy doesn’t mean you ward to another great year of art project imitating that artist’s folders, binders and backpacks be- Fabric Items can’t make them unique! projects at the Hardee County work. cause of the interesting designs Start with a canvas pencil You can add a fun mosaic col- Public Library. There will also be some mis- they have. pouch, backpack or lunchbox. lage to your folders, notebooks, “Homeschool Art” will be of- cellaneous projects. One of the But you can save money and You can either buy an iron-on binders, clipboards, tab-dividers fered for free to all homeschool first crafts of the year, for exam- make school shopping more fun or sew-on patch, or you can cut a etc. by decoupaging different pa- families each Tuesday, starting on ple, will be bird sculptures that for your kids by helping them cus- fun shape out of felt. If you aren’t pers on with a sealer. And if your Sept. 11. The lesson runs from 10 the students can assemble and tom-decorate generic items. into sewing, attach the patch or supply list says you need certain to 11 a.m. color. If you don’t have the supplies felt with fabric glue or super glue. color binders, just use different Dee Shackleford, who teaches You don’t need to worry about you need at home, try checking If you have some small craft shades and patterns of that color the classes, makes sure to choose signing up – just show up, and with friends before buying. Or, if pom-poms, you can glue those on for the collage. projects that are appropriate for join in! you get several families involved, as embellishments as well. You can use scrapbook or pat- any youth pre-K to 12th grade. And always feel free to check you can split the cost of needed Or, if you want something that terned paper, cutouts from old She doesn’t turn away any child the library’s Facebook page or craft items. And make sure to doesn’t involve glue, try using magazines or family photos for who wants to participate. call 773-6438 if you have any check the dollar stores; they often puffy paint or fabric paint to create your design. You can even use ma- The crafts will include differ- questions. have items you can use. a unique design right on the fab- terials like ribbon, stickers, plastic ent forms of art, such as painting, The library is located at 315 N. Here are a few ideas from Zolfo ric. gems or patterned duct tape. coloring, creating sculptures and Sixth Ave. in Wauchula, inside the Springs Elementary art teacher Cut and arrange the different using watercolors. Curtis Ezelle Government Com- Laura Wells to help get you Mosaic Collages See BRAND 25 Many of the projects this year plex on U.S. 17 at Oak Street.

Hardee County Supervisor of Elections Staff WELCOME BACK Students,Teachers and All Other Staff May your 2018-2019 school year be EDUCATIONAL and Enlightening; yet fun and SAFE. Students, remember you can pre-register to vote at age 16. Do it now ... It’ll be one less IMPORTANT thing to think about when you turn 18.

EARLY VOTING: August 16 – 25, 2018 In the Hardee County Public Library (315 N. 6th Ave. Wauchula)

PRIMARY ELECTION: August 28, 2018

LAST DAY TO REQUEST ABSENTEE BALLOTS: August 22, 2018 PHOTOS BY JENNIFER McCONKEY Bailey Wells demonstrates how to paint a fun design on paper using shaving cream. BTS18 The Herald-Advocate, August 2, 2018 25 Science Is In BRAND Continued From 24 The Books! papers/photos however you want, shaving cream in a tray, then add some chalk onto the surface of the then attach them to the back- some paint on top. If you want to, water. Gently lay a piece of paper ground with sealer. Just remember you can swirl the paint around to on top of the water, then lift it up By JENNIFER McCONKEY shine State Standards. to use thin layers of sealer for this make a more abstract design. and let it dry. Herald-Advocate Intern The new curriculum does just project. Then, press a piece of paper An important note about de- Each year, the Hardee County that and more. If you use this method to make onto the shaving cream. Lift the coupaging: When you’re applying School District purchases new The elementary schools and a binder insert, make sure it’s paper up, scrape the cream off, a sealer over paint or chalk, either books for one subject. This year it junior high are looking forward to completely dry before putting it and let the page dry. When you’re use a spray sealer or work quickly was time to update the science interactive hands-on lessons with into the binder. Even if your done, decoupage the page onto to avoid smearing the colors. curriculum. their new science study plan. The school gives you an insert for the your notebook or folder. The new curriculum will em- teachers want their students to do front of the binder, most also have If you don’t want to use shav- Backpack Dangles brace modern technology – in ad- more than just read about science. a clear sleeve on the back that you ing cream, you can still get unique Get creative with backpack ac- dition to printed material, there And students at the junior and can add a decorated page to. abstract patterns by splatter-paint- cessories this school year! will be online material for teachers senior high schools will be learning. You can use items like and students. ing with a science, technology, en- Paint Designs Don’t have any paint? Use up seashells, small pom-poms, beads, The district wanted its new cur- gineering and mathematics focus. Have any shaving cream some old sidewalk chalk instead. ribbons and even clay to create riculum to cover scientific prac- The senior high’s new curricu- around the house? For this easy project, just put your own unique keychains to tices and big ideas, and to align lum will also be focusing on stan- You can spread out a layer of some water into a tray and scrape dangle from your backpack or with the Next Generation Sun- dards alignment. lunchbox. If you want to make your own pom-poms instead of buying some, you can use scraps of yarn to make multi-colored ones. And if you don’t have keyrings lying around, you can attach your dangles to your bag’s zippers with pipe cleaners or paperclips.

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BTS18 If your pieces of sidewalk chalk are getting too small to use, don’t throw them away. You can use them to make these beautiful covers for your notebooks or binders. 26 The Herald-Advocate, August 2, 2018 Help Your Kids Stay Happy & Healthy This School Year By JENNIFER McCONKEY coughing, sneezing or blowing their children ages 2-18 on its website, velop healthier eating habits. kids, like hiking, biking, dancing or Herald-Advocate Intern noses and before eating anything. for instance girls 4-8 need 1.200 to Even if getting your kids to eat swimming. Kids are like petri dishes, a doc- And for times at school when 1,800 calories a day while boys the healthy is difficult, don’t give up. Whether your child is on a sports tor once said, referring to how your child doesn’t have immediate same age need 1,200-2,000. Helping your children form good team or playing tag with friends, al- many germs they always seem to access to soap and water, you can As kids grow, so do their caloric eating habits now is important. ways remember your kid’s safety. carry. send alcohol-based hand sanitizer needs: ages 9-13 girls 1,400 to Check out mayoclinic.org and click For sports, make sure the coach So with all these little germ- with them. 2,200 and boys 1,600 to 2,600; ages on “Healthy Lifestyle.” pays attention to safety equipment, spreaders heading back to school, Parents should also teach their 14-18 girls 1,800 to 2,400 and boys hydration, warm-up and cool-down what are some good ways to keep kids to cover their mouths/noses 2,000 to 3,200. Be Active time, injury prevention and care, your kids healthy? when coughing or sneezing, avoid Those calories should come Physical activity is essential for etc. Mayo Clinic offers some good people with colds when possible, from healthy sources like lean pro- your child’s health, whether it’s Also consider your child’s limi- advice to parents: and keep their hands away from tein; fresh, canned, frozen or dried through sports or other activities. tations. This is especially important their faces. fruits and vegetables; whole grains; While sports can be a great way around puberty – kids who are the Wash Those Hands! and fat-free or low-fat dairy. The for kids to stay active, be cautious same age might be very different in It seems two questions kids are Eat Well website specifies how much of about joining competitive team too size, which can increase the always hearing are, “Did you wash Do you know what each of your each. early. Younger children should chances of the smaller youth getting your hands?” and “Did you use children should be eating to stay And Mayo offers some advice: enjoy the sports they play without hurt during contact sports. soap?” That’s because many par- healthy? It’s likely different for If you don’t keep junk food in feeling unnecessary pressure. If you keep safety in mind and ents already recognize how power- each one depending on age and your home, your kids likely won’t For children who don’t enjoy or- let your children do activities they ful handwashing is in stopping the gender. ask for it so much. This combined ganized sports, the Mayo Clinic enjoy, you should have kids who spread of germs. Mayo Clinic provides free with a “no snacks during screen suggests that parents find fun phys- are running down the path toward But that doesn’t mean that kids guidelines for the dietary needs of time” rule can help your kids de- ical activities they can do with their good health. get it. Children should be reminded to suds up after using the restroom,

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St. Lic. Num. CBC-059824 BTS18 August 2, 2018, The Herald-Advocate 27 Why Is My Teen Always Tired? By JENNIFER McCONKEY going to bed at a time that will still Herald-Advocate Intern How Much Is Too Much? work once school begins. If Adequate sleep can be a prob- they’re used to staying up late and By JENNIFER McCONKEY kids. ating a family account so your lem, especially in the teen years. sleeping in all summer, a sudden Herald-Advocate Intern Just don’t let your children re- kids can see what their friends are Many parents notice their teens change can be a bad shock. Electronics have become such place all of their social interac- doing with your supervision. are almost always tired, yet don’t And don’t try to talk them out an important part of most people’s tions with virtual ones. For teens, Mayo Clinic sug- want to go to bed at a reasonable of napping. It’s actually healthier lives today that it’s hard for young Remember that “unplugged, gests that parents let them partici- time. to take a 30- to 45-minute nap in people to imagine a time without unstructured playtime” is better pate in social media and other So what’s going on? the afternoon than to sleep in. phone and computer screens. for your kids’ mental develop- online relationships – if they un- Because of physical changes as- One technique to inspire teens But is this love for electronics ment, and it should be prioritized derstand what is appropriate. sociated with puberty, it’s normal to get more sleep, while also keep- healthy? over screen time, the Mayo Clinic Emphasize that anything they for teenagers to have trouble going ing them safer, is to tie sleep with According to experts at the says. It’s good to have designated put online is public for everyone, to sleep before 11 p.m., John Hop- driving privileges. If a teenager Mayo Clinic, spending time on time without electronics, espe- forever. Even if the teen takes kins Medicine doctors say. But that hasn’t gotten enough sleep the electronics isn’t necessarily bad cially leading up to bedtime. down the original post, someone doesn’t mean they need less sleep. night before, it won’t be safe to for school-aged children and And speaking of bedtime, else could have saved it and can Teens actually need about 9 to drive that day. John Hopkins Med- teens. But too much or the wrong keeping electronics out of the bed- republish it without the teen’s per- 9-1/2 hours of sleep each night, icine encourages parents to take kind of “screen time” can hurt a room entirely is helpful. mission. which is more than they needed away driving privileges unless child’s mental and social develop- Dr. Victoria L. Dunckley with And keep in mind, even for before puberty. their teen has gotten enough sleep. ment. “Psychology Today” says that teenagers, in-person interaction is But with classes starting at an Urging teens to do their home- Since youth typically replace children and teens who get too better than online, says Dunckley. early hour and homework and work before other evening activi- “real-world” activities with virtual much of their social interaction Teens with social anxiety or sports to do in the evenings, it’s ties and keeping technology out of equivalents, parents should be just online will struggle with develop- poor social skills often prefer vir- rare to find a teenager who gets their bedrooms are also great ways as involved in their children’s vir- ing healthy social skills. If your tual interactions because they can enough sleep each night. to help. tual environments as they are in child is shy or seems to be men- hide behind the screen. But by de- So what can you do to help Remember that your teenagers’ their real ones. For example, if tally behind other children, cutting creasing real-world social interac- keep your teen rested and re- sleeping troubles aren’t a sign of your children aren’t supposed to back on screen time might help a tions, the teen will learn fewer freshed? rebellion but a normal part of ado- read books with adult themes, lot. social skills, creating a downward As the school year approaches, lescence, and work with them to make sure they aren’t doing so on- She also says that junior high is spiral of shyness and social with- encourage your adolescents to start come up with a healthy solution. line, or maybe even watching too early to have a cell phone or drawal. videos with those themes. social media accounts. The type of Encourage your teens to spend Parents of younger children brain development happening at phone-free time with their friends should check videos, apps, etc. be- that age does not respond well to and family members, Dunkley fore giving their kids access. social media. If your child keeps says, and they’ll be happier over- Specifically look for something insisting, you might consider cre- all. interactive – passive viewing isn’t healthy for young children. You can also use filters or parental controls on many devices to block inappropriate content. And as with real-world activities, make sure to participate with your children. For example, you can play video games or watch and discuss programs with your

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RESTROOM RESPECT Courtesy Photos Montage By MARIA TRUJILLO All restrooms need a touchup from time to time, but Zolfo Springs Elementary’s restrooms now have a very special touch. PTO members Bethany Lee and Jessica "Jessie" Nord came up with the idea to promote and build students’ self-esteem and character traits – painting positive and encouraging murals and messages in the restrooms. Both women, along with their children, worked hard to make a mundane setting fun and inspiring as students return next week.

BTS18 August 2, 2018, The Herald-Advocate 29 Knowing A Child’s Learning Type Helps At School, Home By JENNIFER McCONKEY lighters for taking notes, looking at formation? down. She might be a visual start ignoring the other two. Herald-Advocate Intern maps and flowcharts, making lists, One way is to figure out each of learner, and have trouble remem- Kids need to learn to use all When you were a student, did looking at pictures or cartoons and your children’s main learning style bering spoken instructions. three learning styles to some ex- you ever have trouble learning moving notes around their desk to and use that information to help Or if your son asks a lot of tent. For example, kinesthetic from homework? organize them. These learners are with homework. questions about a list of chores you learners still need to be able to sit Maybe you had trouble remem- also more likely to be distracted by For example, if you have a wrote, discuss it with him. He still and take tests, and visual bering what you read in your text- movement around them. kinesthetic learner, you might ask might be an auditory learner. learners still need to pay attention book, or no matter how many Auditory learners tend to learn her to act out what she’s reading. Ultimately, Terrell suggests that when their teacher is speaking. times you copied your spelling best using sound, rhythm and Or if you have an auditory learner, parents keep trying different things Use your child’s main learning words you still couldn’t remember music. This can involve making you can have him read his assign- until they figure out what works. style while helping him practice the correct spelling? rhymes or acronyms to help mem- ment aloud. Ask your children what helps them with the other two. The kinesthetic That’s probably because the orize something, reading aloud, But you can also use what you learn. Listening to how your chil- learners might be able to tap their work didn’t match your primary discussing the subject aloud and know about your child’s learning dren explain things and what ques- fingers quietly during a test or the learning style. asking questions. They’re more style to help make chores easier. tions they ask can also help you visual learners might take notes Luckily, teachers today are very likely to get distracted by noise If you notice your daughter figure it out. during a lecture to reread later. aware of how different learning than other types of learners. rarely does everything you tell her Once you know your child’s Ultimately, find a way to make styles can affect a student’s class- Kinesthetic, or hands-on, learn- to do, for example, try writing it main learning style, though, don’t learning interesting for your child. room experience. They work hard ers usually do well with writing, to include the three main learning drawing, demonstrating a concept, styles in their lessons to help every using flashcards, tracing words, student understand, says Kerry writing with different-sized pen- Terrell, the Hardee School Dis- cils, roleplaying, moving around trict’s assistant director of Excep- (including snapping or tapping tional Student Education. their fingers) and taking notes Those three learning styles are while reading or listening to a visual, auditory and kinesthetic. speaker. They usually have trouble Visual learners are more likely concentrating when they have to to learn by watching videos, using sit still and read. different colored pencils and high- So how can parents use this in-

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PHOTO BY JENNIFER McCONKEY 2310 US Highway 17 South Sometimes family members will help teachers get their class- Zolfo Springs rooms ready. Here, Savannah Conerly is helping enter information for her grandmother, Vickie Conerly, who will be 863-735-0405 teaching second-grade at North Wauchula Elementary. BTS18 30 The Herald-Advocate, August 2, 2018 Schools, Law Enforcement Working To Keep Kids Safe By JENNIFER McCONKEY campus) and Wauchula Elemen- and Florida Department of Educa- well. Be aware of what they’re monitor social media 24/7, so you Herald-Advocate Intern tary School. There will be one of- tion certification as the district doing online, he says. should call with anything urgent. School security is becoming ficer per school for North safety specialist, then will train And if you or your child sees If you want to remain anony- more and more important, and Su- Wauchula, Zolfo Springs and those teams. something suspicious online, re- mous, you can report to Heartland perintendent Bob Shayman says Bowling Green elementaries. And all school staff members port it, say Eason and Sheriff Crime Stoppers by calling (800) the district is going to do whatever SROs have arrest power and will receive some mental health Arnold Lanier. It’s a good idea to 226-8477, texting “TIP196” and it needs to keep the kids safe. their marked units parked at and First Aid training. This will screenshot the suspicious post if your concern to 274637, visiting The Hardee County School schools serve as deterrents against include how to recognize signs of you can. heartlandcrimestoppers.com or District is working hard with the crime. They also go to football mental health issues. Even if you or your child see or using their “P3 Tips” app on your Sheriff’s Office and police depart- games and accompany the bus for The mental health training is hear something suspicious regard- smartphone. Like with Facebook, ments and is following state away games. part of a proactive approach to ing another school, still report it, though, you won’t get an immedi- guidelines and regulations to im- But those aren’t the only rea- help provide services to at-risk says Lanier. ate response. prove security. sons they’re at the schools. students, according to Kerry Ter- If it’s not an immediate threat, Encourage your children to talk Security cameras are being in- Members of law enforcement rell, the district’s assistant director you can call the Hardee County to their SRO or a school staff stalled at schools that didn’t have want children and teens to be of Exceptional Student Education. Sheriff’s Office at 773-4144, the member about anything that any last year, and the cameras that comfortable coming to them with The district is also looking to Wauchula Police Department at makes them concerned or uncom- were already in place are being concerns. Having SROs in schools hire two social workers to help 773-3265 or the Bowling Green fortable, even if it doesn’t seem maintained. helps kids become more familiar with mental health safety. Police Department at 375-3549. like a big deal. The same goes for And one of the biggest meas- with law enforcement. When it’s needed, the district Of course, if there’s an immediate adults – if you see something or ures is that all district schools will And by interacting with stu- already offers individual and threat, call 911. someone suspicious, report it. continue having at least one dents, SROs can look for problem group counseling, Terrell says, You can also make reports It’s better to call in a false alarm school resource officer or security signs and intervene earlier, says and they have a contract with a through Facebook to WPD or the than not call and it turns out to be officer on campus. Wauchula Police Chief John mental health counselor. But so- Sheriff’s Office, but they don’t serious, Eason says. While there are still discussions Eason. Deputy Schools Superin- cial workers would be able to go about who will pay, each school tendent Todd Durden says he further and work with whole fam- will have an officer regardless. wants to include the SROs in their ilies to help students. There will be two SROs each schools’ threat assessment teams, The schools will also be teach- for Hardee High School and which will also consist of school ing students about general safety, Hardee Junior High/Hilltop Ele- staff members. and Eason encourages parents to mentary School (which share a Durden will receive training get involved with their kids as

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