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HRMC gets court order, Page 3 AiLOOSP Delivering Western Hendry ~' County's News Since VOUM 3 NUBE 1 HRSA, ACH1,20 At A Glance Water issues: LaBelle takes lead LaBelle makes headway with water/sewer plans Garbage is gold part II Jim Daniels, Director of Household Hazardous Waste Depot will be the speaker Mon- day, March, 21 at 7 p.m. at the Hendry County Recreation Building on 310 W. Cowboy Way. Jim is also an advisor for the Small Quantity Generators (SQG). If you are a small busi- ness owner and must file a compliance form with the Department of Environment Protection (DEP) inspections, Jim can help. Public input needed by mitigation group The draft Hendy County Local Mitigation Strategy has been completed. The public is invited to attend and provide comments at the next meeting of the Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group, which is being held on Monday, March 21, at 10:00 a.m. in the Commission Chambers of the Hendy Coun- ty Courthouse complex, 25 Hickpochee Ave. Any ques- tions,.call the Hendry County Office of Emergency Manage- ment at (863) 675-5255 or Marisa M. Barmby at (239) 338- 2550 ext 227. Celebrate Children's Week Saturday, April 2, a Chil- dren's Fair will be held at LaBelle Elementary School from 10 a.m. till 2 p.m. There will be children's activities, free hearing and vision screenings. There will be a fire truck, canine unit and ambulance on display for the kids as well. Chil- dren's Week will be celebrated throughout the state of Florida. Chamber plans annual giveaway The Greater LaBelle Cham- ber of Commerce will be giving away $10,000 in cash prizes at its annual fundraiser set for Sat- urday, March 26. Denim & Dia- monds is the theme there will be a prize for the best dressed according to theme. There will be a silent auction and a 50/50 drawing. It all happens at the LaBelle Civic Center. The bar opens at 6:30 p.m. and a prime rib dinner will be served from 7-8 p.m. Tickets are on sale now at the chamber or from any director. The $100 tickets entitle the holder to two din- ners and all the fun they can handle! Index Classifieds ...... .B7-B9 Editorial ............. 4 Speak Out ........... 4 Social News .......... 5 S Sports .............. 9 by Patty Brant . By now everyone from the State of Florida to the guy on the street realizes that growth is headed this way and with a vengeance. This little corner of Southwest Florida will no longer be protected by distance from the coasts. Burgeoning populations along both coasts and skyrocketing land costs are forcing people to move inland. More people need more resources, more space, more infrastructure of every descrip- tion. So many people are coming that, by 2030 conservative esti- mates predict a population of 160,000, just in LaBelle's imme- diate area and that figure only includes the developments cur- rently on the books. None of the local communi- ties have dealt with growth in this scale before and the Florida Department of Community Affairs (DCA) is trying to guide local authorities and work through the complications to form a collaborate plan for the variety of services that will be needed. With so much at stake, it's crucial to get it right there will be no "second chance." .When dealing with issues like the con- tinuing availability of good-'ual- A Life of Service: Commissioner Taylor Staff photo/Patty Brant Tears of joy overwhelmed Janet Taylor as she real- ized that it was her special night. ity water, in order to "get it right," regional bodies will have to cooperate and coordinate their plans. The University of Florida's Bureau of Economic and Busi- ness Research (BEBR) set forth the population estimates being used as the standard by DCA. According to BEBR Hendry's population is at 39,300. Using high range estimates, in ten years Hendry's population is expected to increase by 13,600; and increase by another 136,900 people by 2030. Although these numbers are significantly lower than those cited by local authorities, it is clear that this area will sustain unprecedented growth. Historically, much of the population in Hendry and Glades counties has been served by private wells and sep- tic tanks. Central sewer facilities See Water Page 2 Three file for mayor's seat Dr. Valiant took great pleasure in surprising Janet Taylor with the announcement that the auditorium in the health department at Clewis- ton will bear her name from now on. Taylor's service acknowledged By Patty Brant A short ceremony preceded the March 8 county commis- sion business meeting, dedi- cating the auditorium at the health department in Clewis- ton in honor of Commissioner Janet Taylor. Commissioner Taylor reacted with tears of dis- belief and joy as she realized what was happening and fami- ly members filed into the room with red roses for her. Hendry County Director of Public Health Dr. Martha Valiant had the honor of mak- ing the announcement. She said she and Commissioner Taylor go "way back" since she has cared for four generations of Ms. Taylor's family. She was proud to announce this honor for a "very special lady," saying she has watched as Ms. Tay- lor's sphere of influence grew from Harlem to all of Clewis- ton to all of Hendry County and to the State of Florida. She has been a supporter and friend of public health during all those years, Dr. Valiant said. She noted Ms. Taylor's com- munity spirit and tenacity by explaining that getting funding Dr. Valiant gives her friend Janet Taylor an affectionate hug in honor of a special day for both of them. for the LaBelle health dtpart- ment was "easy" compared to finally managing to get the funding from Tallahassee for the new Clewiston health department building. Funding had "dried up" and the project was a success because of the direct intervention and hard work of both Ms. Taylor and See Taylor- Page 2 By Patty Brant City elections are set for Tues- day, July 19. Sherri Craichy, who has served as mayor for the past 12 years, has filed for reelection. At this time she has two oppo- nents. Randy Bengston and Richard Williams have both filed as candidates for mayor. In addition to the mayor's seat, commission seats held by Paul Puletti and Bob Miller will also be on the ballot. Qualifying week is from noon May 30 to noon June 3. Books close for the city election on June 20, to be eligible to vote. Early voting begins July 5 Sun- day, until the election. Annexations continue Several properties annexed into the City of LaBelle were revisited at the March 10 city commission meeting. They had apparently not been advertised properly last month and so were voted on again by the commis- sioners at their March 10 meet- ing. The site of a proposed Wal- Mart, the Moore property, locat- ed south of SR 80 across from Grandma's Grove, retains its transitional land use designation See Elections Page 2 Art and music fests on tap The Fourth Annual Art and Music Festival, sponsored by the LaBelle Community Woman's Club will be held Saturday, March 19, from 10 a.m. till 4 p.m. at the Captain Hendry House. Area artists will be showing and selling their works mixed mediums, photography, china painting, wood and paper, por- traits. The special event will be enhanced by music, provided by A Step Back. Hors d'oeuvers will be provided by the LaBelle Woman's Club and LaBelle Gourmet Club. Proceeds from the art sale- will benefit the Woman's Club's annual scholar- ship for a LaBelle High School graduate. Donations will also be appreciated. Any artist wishing to exhibit, or if you just want more information, please con- tact Susan Moore at 675-6259 or Lynne Campbell at 239-368- 8009. Leading up to the larger com- munity event, the artists of Aqua Isles are preparing for a show on Friday, March 18, from 1-3 p.m. Although only Aqua Isles artists will be featured at this showing, the community is encouraged to come out and enjoy these lovely paintings that are for show and also for sale. Ella Smith is one of Aqua Isles' perennial artists. She has been teaching others to paint for many years in her hometown of Bloomington, IL, and 12 years at Aqua Isles. She has introduced many of the artists who will be showing their works to painting. Joe Alwardt is a novice oil painter. His wife, Pat, has been working in oil painting since 1958 and he finally decided to try oils too. A retired machinist, he has worked for years with met- als. So, this show will also fea- ture works by this husband and wife team. Sign up for boxing program! Who to Contact News ....... .675-2541 cbeditor@strato.net or cbnewsrm@strato.net Speak Out ... .675-4516 Advertising ... .675-2541 cbelle@strato.net cbbarb@strato.net Classified 1-877-353-2424 Circulation 1-877-353-2424 See Page 2 for information about how to contact the newspaper. newszap.com newshlog.info Online news & information 8 16510 00019 1 By Donna Meister Sign-ups for the "World Class School of Boxing" amateur pro- gram will be held the last two Sat- urdays in March Saturday, March 19 and 26 from 3-6 p.m. at the Winn Dixie. Age groups are: Junior division 8-16 and senior division 17-34. Bouts are matched according to weight class. There will be a $50 registra- tion fee, which covers the first month gym fee. An optional $37 fee per calendar year will be required two weeks after the starting date of April 30, 2005. This optional $37 year USA Box- ing fee also covers insurance and is required only if you plan to compete in sanctioned tourna- ment bouts. Hugo Vargas, owner of the very successful World Class Bar- ber Shop on south Main Street, still has a passion for boxing-its just in his blood: He knows he won't compete again but would love to pass his knowledge on to others. He does not plan to make an income from this endeavor it is strictly a non-profit organiza- tion. However he would like to be able to cover expenses such as rent and electric. Local spon- sorship, of course, would be a tremendous help. Former pro fighters Hugo Var- gas, his brother Jose, trainers Vince Ross and Ed Rojas will be on hand to teach the fundamen- tals of boxing in a safe environ- ment, with all the safety equip- ment available. Vargas is sure there will be great team atmos- phere for the young athletes hav- ing four experienced coaches with two former pro fighters. There will be lots of hard work, sacrifice, conditioning and self discipline. He firmly believes that boxing has taught him a lot about life. Vargas says, "I want to be a role model to young kids, to show them some direction." Var- gas, father of four young children, believes that kids starting young can attain their goals, whether it is to just get in great shape, learn self-defense, compete locally, regionally, nationally or even go on to the Olympics. For more info please call Var- gas in the evenings at 675-1293 or stop by the World Class Barber Shop at 216 S. Main Street, Unit 3. The gym will be located behind the old Fussell Building at 720 South Main Street, Suite G. and will be shared with the Ultimate Explosion All-Star Cheerleader group which uses the space in the afternoons. Training, sparring and boxing will be in the evenings. Come join LaBelle's new box- ing team! Evenings are dedicated entire- ly to training, once the gym opens its doors. Vargas plans on having his own personal work- outs in the mornings from 6 to 8 a.m. when he isn't doing road- work, (running '5-7 miles). Open- ing target date is April 30th. Any World Class Gym member that can make it will be welcome to join him. 'Coturt syJito Hugo Vargas won his first pro fssionar bout in the* ir un . by a knockout. The match too~plac, in.downtown fty rs at the Exhibition Hall in 200,YaWas. teevised on -the~, shine Network. ,.. .. .:' . A E) I 2 Caloosa Belle, Thursday, March 17,2005 Elections Continued From Page 1 and also its agricultural zoning. A comprehensive plan amendment must be submitted to the Florida Department of Community Affairs and approved before zoning can be changed. The Moore family requested that the property be annexed into the city because it is adjacent to the Paul' property, which was annexed into the city several years ago and is to be devel- oped by the Bonita Bay Group. Its proximity will allow the Moore property to be more readily provid- ed with infrastructure. The Garden Wall Properties at SR 29 and Helms Road was also revisited. This property will retain its high density residential land use designation and agricultural zon- ing until the zoning is changed. LaBelle Land Company annex- ation, 830 S. Captain Hendry Drive, retains its residential medium den- sity land use designation and zon- ing until the zoning is changed. Several more small annexation requests were granted, including one to Brasington B. and Patricia A. Beakley, on Live Oak Lane and another owned by Robert Caignet also on Live Oak Lane. The proper- ty retains its residential medium density land. use designation and residential low density zoning. Garbage rated increase Commissioners approved a garbage rate increase. The new rates will be $17.75 per month for a family residence, apartment or mobile home. Commercial rates will be $8.25 per cubic yard, with a minimum $25.93. The increase was precipitated by an increase in fuel rates and operating expenses. In other business Two exceptions were allowed to the city's oak tree protection ordinance. The LaBelle Kiwanis Club was granted a special excep- tion to remove oak trees to allow additional construction on its prop- erty on Bridge Street. Larry White, Jr.'s request to remove oaks from property at 484 Missouri Street was also approved. The city is discussing the pur- chase of property south of the Cap- tain Hendry House, currently owned by the Caloosa Baptist Church. Apparently, the church is ready to sell to another buyer. Junk yard and auto sales moratoriums were extended. The city now owns the old Jaycee Building on Jaycee/Lions Blvd. Uses for the property are being considered. Approval was voted to permit machine shops in Bl zoning. The city is once again renego- tiating its agreement with the Hendry County Sheriff's Office for law enforcement services. Since 2003, the city has had an agree- ment with HCSO that provides two deputies for use within the city lim- its. Services, including salary and benefits, vehicles and fuel was $210,816,which the city paid to the sheriff's office. Law enforcement agreement has been handed over to the attorneys for the City of LaBelle and the Hendry County Sheriff's Office to hash out. Almanacs Roast pork dinner at Baptist Church First Baptist Church LaBelle will be having its annual pork roast dinner Saturday, March 19, from 4-6p.m. Tickets are $7 per person to eat in or take out. Tick- ets may be purchased by calling Dee Hill at 675-7874 or Thelma Deese at 675-1653. Proceeds from this dinner will aid the youth mis- sion trip to Jamaica planned for this summer. The First Baptist Church LaBelle is located at 330 North Main Street in LaBelle, FL 3393 5. For more information call the church at 863-675-2171. "Saving the Lost Won Soul at a Time" Breakfast buffet at AL Post The American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Unit 130, will again host an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet on Sunday, March 20 from 8 until 11 a.m. The cost is $5.50 for adults and $2.50 for children under 10 years of age. The Post is located on Highway 80. Ya'll come now. Easter events at Palm- dale Baptist Church Friday, March 25 at 7 p.m. there will be a showing of the Mel Gibson film, "Passion of the Christ." Viewer discretion is advised for children under 12. On Saturday, March 26 there will be an Easter egg hunt from 4 to 6 p.m. on the church grounds. There will be prizes, hotdogs and a whole lot of fun. Sunday, March 27 at 6:30 a.m. sunrise services followed by breakfast. All are welcome. Community baby shower The United Way, Child Care of SWFL, Family Services Network and the Women's Club will again sponsor and host a community baby shower. There will be fun, food, door prizes and most importantly, educational resources. The baby shower takes place on Thursday, March 24 from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. at the LaBelle Women's Club on High- way 80. Please RSVP to United Way Family Resource Counselor Valerie Thompson at 675-8383. Soil and water district schedules meeting The Hendry Soil and Water Conservation District will hold its regularly scheduled Board meet- ing on Thursday, March 24, at 2 p.m. at the Dallas B. Townsend AG Building, 1085 Pratt Blvd. Baptist Easter musical planned The Adult choir of the First Baptist Church of LaBelle will be presenting its Easter Musical "God With Us", Easter morning, Sun- day, March 27, at 11 a.m.,The First Baptist Church of LaBelle is locat- ed at 330 North Main Street in LaBelle. For further details you may call the church at 675-2171. Annual flywheelers antique show set The 19th Annual Florida Fly- wheelers Antique Engine Show will take place on Friday through Sunday, April 1-3. Come out to the LaBelle Rodeo Grounds and see antique engines, machinery and tractors running and operating like in the "good old days". This is a history lesson in itself. Antique tractor parades each day. Bring the family and have fun with the "old tired iron people". Carlson Memorial United Methodist church will be serving food start- See Almanacs Page 3 A t Y a CALOOSAJ BFI I F DelitU e,g Ufeste-rn Hfndiru C- rtIu'sN e,\' i s 'iI..e 1*2 Taylor Continued From Page 1 Assistant County Administrator Judi Kennington-Korf in Talla- hassee. Dr. Valiant, herself a well-loved figure throughout the county, said that the county owes Ms. Taylor "a tremendous debt of gratitude." Dr. Valiant went on to say that Ms. Taylor has often given credit for her success to her grand- mother, who taught her the value of hard work. A representative of US Rep. Alcee Hastings read a proclama- tion that would later be read into the Congressional Record. It noted that Ms. Taylor was the ,valedictorian of her class at Harlem Academy and the first woman officer on the Clewiston Police Department. She earned a degree in political science from Palm Beach Community College in 1986 and in 1994 was appoint- ed to the Hendry County Board of County Commissioners by Governor Lawton Chiles. She is a member of the Harlem Tenants Association, Florida State Library Council, Board of Florida Com- munity Health Centers. County seeks regional water' plan Hendry County continued to advocate a regional approach to western Hendry/Glades' current and future water and waste- water needs. The Hendry County Board of County Commissioners has sent a letter to the City of LaBelle and Glades County Com- mission with such a proposal. The city has not been recep- tive to a regional approach, pre- ferring to retain control of its own water utilities. The county's plan for its west- ern population would encom- pass a service territory that includes the city of LaBelle, unincorporated Glades (Muse area) and unincorporated Hendry County west of CR 833 and north ofKeri Road. According to the county's vision, this authority would pur- chase existing water and waste- Water Continued From Page 1 are located in LaBelle, Clewiston and Port LaBelle. Water plants are located in LaBelle, Clewis- ton, Port LaBelle and the South Shore Water Association distrib- utes water to portions of the unincorporated Hendry County. Like it or not, Western Hendry County is at the forefront of population expansion. Plans being implemented now will set the standard for all that is to come. In the past few years, the City of LaBelle has already expe- rienced rapid territorial growth. From the addition of the Paul property, which tripled the city's area, a few years ago to recent smaller annexations in the past several weeks, the City of LaBelle now encompasses some 8,258.89 acres up from just 2,257.52 acres. To date, most of this growth has been in size anticipating the people who will be heading inland from both coasts and from the North. With a state-of the-art 750,000 gallon per day waste- water plant was completed sev- eral years ago, the city is current- ly extending sewer lines in water facilities and would also construct and extend service throughout the design territory. Any surplus revenue would be returned to the government responsible for that area where the surplus was generated. In other business Ken Bennett was appoint- ed Building Official to replace Easton Burchard, who will retire at the end of the month. Mr. Ben- nett has served as Code Adminis- trator. The county will enter an agreement which will provide access for emergency personnel to Montura and Pioneer Planta- tion from Powerline Road through two gates. Director of the Hendry County Tourist Development Council Jeff Barwick approached the commission about reconsidering .a recre- ational trail along the old rail- road at Goodno. A previous fea- sibility study suggested the most viable section for such a trail would be from Sears south. The commission agreed to schedule a public hearing to acquaint adjacent landowners with the proposal, which could be incorporated into the Florida Rails to Trails program. The sec- tion would first have to be desig- nated as a Greenwayy" to set the stage for its transformation into a recreational trail. The commission is consid- ering renewal contracts for the assistant county administrator, county engineer and public safe- ty director. The contracts were tabled till the April 12 meeting so the board can consider salaries. The commission's regular meeting for March 22 has been cancelled since three of the five commissioners will be unable to attend and there would be no quorum to conduct business. A workshop is being sched- uled to consider parking prob- lems at the courthouse. The workshop will begin at 4 p.m. Tuesday, April 26, before the reg- ular commission meeting in LaBelle. Law Offices of Robert L. Vaughn, P.A. tw. various parts of the city: most of the business area is served, and residential areas are being added as funding can be secured. At the same time, the city is well into the planning of a new water plant, which is expected to come on line in about five years. According to Superinten- dent of Public Works Michael Boyle, the city hopes to find funding for a 2.5 million gallon per day facility, but may have to scale down. There are a lot of variables in this planning process and with growth an unknown quantity, the city is tak- ing it one step at a time. Last year the City of LaBelle adopted a new water and sewer district that basically claims first right to supply services to any- one within five miles of the city limits, with the exception of where the city abuts Port LaBelle. The county has taken exception to the city's right to claim a service area outside its limits and the outcome remains unclear. However, the City of LaBelle seems to be the government entity that is furthest along in planning for the water and wastewater needs of the future. (863) 675-7719 2080 Collier Ave. I Ft. Myers, FL 33901 (239) 936-9393 YOUR FINANCIAL LIFE GOES BEYOND STOCKS AND BONDS. SHOULDN'T YOUR FINANCIAL STRATEGY DO THE SAME? JON FINSTROM SENIOR FINANCIAL ADVISOR VICE PRESIDENT IS AVAILABLE FOR APPOINTMENTS AT YOUR HOME OR OFFICE. 1-888-243-2144 OR 863-673-3365 Merrill Lynch TOTAL MERRILL' 2003 Mell, Lyrdch, Perce. 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Owen Clewiston, FL 33440 (863) 902-9211 I I Caloosa Belle, Thursday, March 17, 2005 Judge orders hospital to turn over documents The 20th Circuit Court served legal notice March 10, that Hendry Regional Medical Center and Physical Therapy Dynamics, Inc., show cause and explain to the court why they refused to comply with public records requests for information on the hospital's operations. "Apparently the court agrees with our premise that these records should be available for public review," said Robert Coker, senior vice president, public affairs. "If there is a reason that the hospital is reluctant to dis- close this information, particular- ly regarding their dealings with the therapy units and the sale of property from the drug store, they now will have to come clean." U.S. Sugar's lawsuit was filed after the administration of the public hospital repeatedly refused to provide the requested informa- tion on its operations, including documents related to its arrange- ments with the privately owned physical therapy services. "It is a shame that we had to file a lawsuit to get financial infor- mation from our community hos- pital. If everything is in good order, the administration should be willing and able to comply with the law and make these pub- lic records public," Mr. Coker said. Mr. Coker is part of a blue-rib- bon panel of local business lead- ers that has been analyzing the operations of the hospital after its perilous financial standing was brought to light with a 25 percent raise in ad valorem taxes in order to fund the increasing deficits of the community hospital. Terms of the summons require the Hendry County Hospital Authority and Physical Therapy Dynamics, Inc. to respond by April 15. According to Chief Executive Officer Craig Cudworth, from Hendry County Regional Medical Center, it is the hospital's position they have complied with fully with the Open Meetings Act. "We believe we have already complied with all of the require- ments of the Open Meetings Act," he said. "We will proceed forth- with, but we already provided U.S. Sugar with over 5,000 pages that they requested and have spent many man-hours in doing so." Mr. Cudworth said the docu- ments, which have been requested by U.S. Sugar do not fall under the Open Meetings Act. "It's our contention that those documents being requested do not fall under the Open Meetings Act, so we believe it is either not required, or we just don't have that information," said Mr. Cud- worth. Mr. Coker said it would be a mistake for the hospital to take that position. "The Writ issued by the judge orders the hospital to provide that data and if the hospital refus- es to do it, then the citizens of this county should be outraged," said Mr. Coker. "This is-a court order and if they ignore it, then they certainly have something to hide." The hospital maintains that they have been fully open in regards to providing U.S. Sugar all documents requested and even though the hospital did turn over 5,000 pages of documents, specified information was not among them, forcing U.S. Sugar to file the public information lawsuit last week. Apparently the 2oth Circuit Court agreed with U.S. Sugar's position that the requested infor- mation is indeed public domain. Mr. Cudworth did not say they would outright refuse the court order, only that their position dif- fers from court's and that there was a question as to whether that requested information even exists. The hospital has until April 15 to respond to the court's order to turn over all requested docu- ments. Obituaries Pasquale "Pat" DiGirolamo Pat DiGirolamo, age 96, of Lehigh Acres, passed away March 7, 2005. He was born June 2, 1908, in Neshaminy, PA to Francesco DiGirolamo and Marie Rossi DiGirolamo. Pat lived in Lehigh Acres the past four years and was a former, longtime resi- dent of Cape Coral. Survivors include his wife: Doris; children: Diane Steele of Medford, OR, Anne Marie Ras- mussen of LaBelle, Michael DiGirolamo of Pembroke Pines and Patrick DiGirolamo of Willow Grove, PA; brothers: Lou DiGiro- lamo Westmont, NJ and Dominic DiGirolamo of Philadelphia, PA; sisters: Rose Seneca of Tampa, Julia DelGuerico of N. Palm Beach, Josephine Devlin of Philadelphia and Sister Mary Cos- mos of W New York, NJ; grand- children: Anita Dean, Kim Roe- mer, Michelle Snyder and Kristen Glass; great-grandchildren: Sean, Victoria, Lara, Dorothy, Bern L., Derek, Derek L. and Peyton; and great-great grandchildren: Justin and Scott. He was preceded in death by his brother, Tony DiGiro- lamo and sister, Anne Dizio. A Mass of Christian Burial took place March 11, at St. Vincent DePaul Church with Father David Arle officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Vin- cent De Paul Church, 13031 Palm Beach Blvd, Ft. Myers, FL 33905. Almanacs Continued From Page 2 ing Friday at noon through Sun- day a.m. including great bar- beque. The admission and park- ing is free. Friday is set-up day with show in the p.m.,Saturday show daylight until dark. Sunday show, daylight until noon. There will be a flea market and a fun auction on Saturday evening. Please call 239-229-2286 for fur- ther details. Dalmatian Youth Troupe to meet The Dalmatian Youth troupe is once again meeting at the Fire- house Theater, 241 N. Bridge Street in LaBelle, on the first and third Saturdays of each month. Any aspiring actors or actresses between the ages of 8 -15 that are interested, come on down. For fnore information, please call Emily Allen at 675-3048. Substitute teacher class LaBelle Adult School will be offering a Sub Teacher Class that will begin April 13. They will also be taking registration for a Begin- ning computer Class. Anyone interested please call the LaBelle Adult School for more informa- tion at 674-4118. Don't forget to ask about the Hendry County Adult School Scholarship. Cremation Arrangements by Akin-Davis Funeral Home-Ft. Myers. Perry C. Collins Perry C. Collins, age 66, of Immokalee was called to be with the Lord on March 8, 2005. Mr. Collins was born in Candler County, GA on November 29, 1938. He served in the US Army. Mr. Collins married his beloved wife, Joyce, in Georgia on April 16, 1970. Before retiring, Mr. Collins worked for the Collier County Public School System as a bus driver.. He is survived by his beloved wife Joyce Collins; daughters: Kimberly Dunnigan, Patricia Wambles (Rodney) and Anna Ripperdan (Robert); two sons: Michael Williams and John Palmer (Guadalupe). He leaves 14 grandchildren and 12 great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by son, William Palmer. The family received friends March 12 at the First United Methodist Church, Immokalee with the funeral service at 10 a.m. Pastor Peggy Benson officiating. Burial was at Forrest Hills Ceme- tery, Haines City, FL. The family entrusted care to Brister Funeral Home in Immokalee. Richard Connally Dodson Richard Connally Dodson, age 71, of Alva, passed away Feb. 24, Foster Parents needed Collier-The Children's Net- work of Southwest Florida, the community based care division of Camelot Community Care, Inc. is holding a an orientation on "How to become -a Foster Parent/Adop- tive Parent" on Wednesday, March. 30, 2005, at the Depart- ment of Children & Families, 215 N. Airport Pulling Road, Naples, Florida at 7 p.m. Camelot Com- munity Care, Inc. serves as the lead agency to transition child welfare services to the private sec- tor in Collier, Lee, Charlotte, Hendry and Glades counties. Camelot Community Care, Inc. has partnered with Family Preser- vation Services, Lutheran Services of Florida, and Ruth Cooper Cen- ter for Behavioral Health Care and the Florida Baptist Children's Home to recruit more foster fami- lies in our five county regions. For those interested in becom- ing a foster adoptive family, please call 1-800-89family. "Racing into Reading" Learn the family's role in: Reading Strategies, Taming the Television Monster, Selecting Books for Your Child, Helping Your Child with Reading, How to Build Better Readers, free lunch and snacks, free materials, hand- outs and door prizes Parents and guardians of school children who have special needs or disabilities. Sponsored by FDLRS Heartland. 2005, in LeHigh Acres. He was born May 20, 1933, in Baltimore, MD to Richard Christopher Dod- son and Annie Cadell Dunn Dod- son. He was a resident of Alva for nine years and was a longtime resident of Maryland. While living in Alva, he worked for Hendry County as a bridge tender. Richard was a member of the American Legion and Elks Lodge. Survivors include his sons: Richard J. Dodson of Alva and John R. Dodson of North Port; two grandchildren and two great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ella Louise Dodson, in 2004. Cremation Arrangements by: Akin-Davis Funeral Home- LaBelle. Lawrence Leslie Dees Lawrence Leslie Dees, age 78, of Winter Haven, passed away March 12, 2005. He was born April 6, 1926, in LaBelle to Isam Dees and Bessie Evaline Platt Dees. Survivors include his wife: Clara of Winter Haven; son: Ernest Dees of Bartow; daughters:. Angela Peterson of Okeechobee, Darlene Keaton of Starke, Kather- ine Barksdale and Janice Martin, both of Tennessee, Kathryn Desrosiers of Venice, Francis Maria Crawford of Groveland and Debra Bennett of Polk City;, step- sons: Bennie Tucker of Auburdale, Mike Tucker of Ocala and Joel Tucker of Lakeland; sis- ter: Jean Catherine Deese of Wednesday, April 6, 2005 from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. At the Lake Placid Conference Center (map/directions available) 2665 Placid View Drive Lake Placid, Florida A Spanish translator or an interpreter for the hearing- impaired will be available upon request at registration. If you have questions, or to register, call: 863- 531-0444, Ext. 228 or Toll-free: 800-316-7057, Ext. 228. Haircut fundraiser All About You Salon -is spon- soring a $5.00 hair cut fund-raiser for LaBelle's Southwest Florida All-star Cheerleaders on March 19. The $5.00 haircuts will be available from 9a.m. till 12 p.m. There will also be a huge yard sale with many items to choose from. Our cheerleaders will be there to sign up anyone interested in joining our year round cheer team for next year. Don't miss out on all the great deals on March 19 at All About You Salon located on high- way 80 across from Ace Hard- ware. PLB conserving water Port LaBelle Unit #4 Eucalyptus Village POA has received a SFWMD grant for irrigation water conserva- tion. If you live in Port LaBelle POA Unit #4 and use Port LaBelle Utili- ties water to irrigate, you may be eligible for funding that helps con- serve water. Call Susan at the POA office at 675-4168 to get details. Clewiston, 14 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and three great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters: Pearl Bradfield, Violet Richards and Lena Gomez and son: Wayne Dees. Funeral services were March 15 at the Akin-Davis Funeral Home in LaBelle with Rev. James Garner officiating. Interment fol- lowed at the Ortona Cemetery. Arrangements by Akin-Davis Funeral Home LaBelle. Gadson Dell Bryan Gadson Dell Bryan, age 81, of Clewiston, died Wednesday, March 9, 2005, at Palm Terrace of Clewiston. He was a self-employed heavy equipment operator in Immokalee. He is survived by his wife Ida Belle Bryan; daughters: Louise Bryan, LaBelle, Christine Jones, Immokalee; sons: Jessie Bryan, Naples, Alan Bryan, NC, Roger Bryan, Ft. Myers, Lesley Bryan, Lehigh Acres; sisters: Jewell, Opal and Margaret. He also leaves 19 grandchildren and 30 great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by brothers: Joe, Chester and Hamp; and sisters: Cresen and Gladis. Graveside funeral services were held at the Baptist Cemetery in Immokalee with Pastor Richard Heers officiating. Brister Funeral Home in Immokalee was in charge of the arrangements. Sign up to cheer, dance, tumble Sign-ups for the new Ultimate Explosion All Star cheerleading group will be held every Saturday in March from 11-2:30 p.m. at Winn Dixie. Mr. Rob is back for tumbling classes. Age groups begin at 3-4 years all the way up to an Open Division for those gradu- ates 18 plus and up. Lowest fees around with child friendly envi- ronment and experienced coach- es. (Not affiliated with the South- west Florida Xtreme All Stars.) For more info please call Teresa 675- 4155 or Melinda 675-0212. (Dance team is hip-hop funk.) Come join the fun! See you at sign-ups. IRS Problem Resolution New Business Start Up Payroll Processing Workers Comp General Liability Monthly Bookkeeping Services 10 % Discount (New Client 2004 Returns) 86-1214 -AO Myrtle C. Arceneaux CPA, PA 339 Hickpoochee Ave. LaBelle, FL 33935 (Se Habla Espanol) .. Memorial Tribute (- Remember a loved one wo has departed with a special i 7eme ,Wr-tal Tribute in this newspaper. Your tribute can be published following the memorial services, or to commemorate an anniversary of your loved one's birth or passing. You can add a photograph of your loved one, lines from a poem or scripture, and special art or borders -- and we'll make sure it all comes together attractively and tastefully. Visit www2.newszap.com/memorials for sample ads and an online order form, or call 1-866-379-6397 toll free. LAND CO. 863.675.6788 THE GIRLS AT HERITAGE REALLY COOK! YOU CAN TOO WITH ONE OF THEIR FAVORITE RECIPES: PEANUT BUTTER BALLS I cup peanut butter 1 cup honey 2 cups powdered milk 1 '/ cups crushed cornflakes 1/ cups finely chopped walnuts or pecans 1 cup powdered sugar NILx peanut butter, honey and milk together in a large bowl to form very thick mixture. Roll mixture in small balls about the size of a walnut, Roll the balls in either the crushed cornflakes, finely chopped nuts or powered sugar. Place on waxed paper and refrigerate for 20 minutes. They will help you cook up a Good Real Estate Deal!! The girls at Heritage can show you ALL available properties for sale in the area. Call Today! www.heritagelandco.com 180 N. Bridge St. LaBelle, FL 33935 Wilson is leaving First Bank of Clewiston the State of Florida to be near her children Serving The Lake Area Since 1980 and grandchildren in North Carolina. We will miss her greatly but wish her the very best. Her last day at work is Thursday, March 24th. You arc i-nitcd to stop bIy on that dai to bid her /lour best wishes also. Joe Shivers & Staff First Banik of Clewiston LaIBelle Branch 3 ''"T HE KING Lutheran Church 1362 Thigpen Road LaBelle, FL 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship The Lords Supper 1st and 3rd Sundays r Bible Study Sundays at 10:15 a.m. 863-675-2733 N. River Rd. (Hwy 78) e-mail: christthekingc@aol.com Kay and .111 T-AES I 4 OPINION Caloosa Belle, Thursday, March 17, 2005 Speak Out Speak out is our free 24-hour opinion line. Call 6754516 to express your opinion or ask a question about public issues. You are not required to give your name. While we want you to speak freely, the newspaper reserves the right to edit calls for clarity, brevity, relevance and fairness. Widow needs transportation A local area widow has reached out to the community, hoping for a miracle. She is a good, hardworking, Christian lady, who is in dire need. She desperately needs a vehicle. Preferably, it would be an economy size car or mini-van, in fairly good mechanical shape. If you can help in this situation, please call Pastor Avery at 675- 0900 if you are able to help with this need. Paying for trash pick-up Are you tired of paying for trash pick-up for unoccupied dwellings? Please come to the County Commissioners meeting at the Hendry County Courthouse Commissioners Room on Tues- day, March 22 at 6:30 p.m. Don't take Caloosa Belles To the few inconsiderate pet owners of LaBelle- I think you are very rude and self centered to take the stack of new Caloosa Belle newspapers to line your dog pens. There are many of us who would enjoy reading the paper! Volunteer to help Special Unaware to most, there are approximately 170 million people with intellectual disabilities worldwide, and more than 7 mil- lion in the United States, many in our own communities. Through Special Olympics, we serve over one million athletes with intellectual disabilities in more than 160 countries provid- ing year-round sports training and competition in 26 Olympic-type summer and winter sports. Yet to reach the millions who could benefit from this program, we need the help of many more vol- unteers and contributors. We see the abilities not the limitations of people with intel- lectual disabilities. This month, Special Olympics Florida athletes traveled to Nagano, Japan for the 2005 World Winter Games. The It's your worLt Get Involved motto of the Games was "Let's Celebrate Together," words that Floridians seem to have already embraced. Citizens everywhere showed their support of these extraordinary athletes by joining forces with Publix Supermarkets to raise over $1.1 million dollars for Special Olympics Florida in the month of January. This support helps make Special Olympics a reality for more people than ever before. are also clinical benefits. like health and fitness and self-esteem and greater social adjustment. But at the end of the day, Special Olympics is an environment where people with intellectual disabilities can be successful and where parents can be proud of their children. That's no small feat given the amount of prejudice and discrimination that most of our athletes face on a day-to-day basis. While everyone can benefit By participating in Special from sports, for our athletes there Olympics, people with intellectu- Olympics al disabilities have gained the self- confidence and social skills to succeed both on and off the play- ing field: individuals once thought burdens to society are proving themselves productive citizens. During "Mental Retardation Awareness Month," if you would like to support a movement that celebrates differences and embraces acceptance and under- standing, call Special Olympics Florida at 1-800-322-HERO (4376) or visit us on the web at www.sofl.org and volunteer today. In addition, April is "National Volunteerism Month," so get involved! Because with your help, everyone wins. . Monty Castevens President/CEO Special Olympics Florida SFWMD continues land acquisitions Tired of being broke and stuck in an unhappy marriage, a young husband decides to solve both problems by taking out a large insurance policy on his wife, with himself as beneficiary and arranging to have her killed. A "friend of a friend" put him in touch with a nefarious under- world figure by the name of "Artie." Artie explained to the husband that his going price for snuffing out a spouse was $5,000. The husband said he was willing to pay that amount but he wouldn't have any cash on hand until he could collect his wife's insurance money. Artie insisted on being paid something up front. The man opened up his wallet, displaying a single dollar bill that rested inside. Artie sighed, rolled his eyes, and reluctantly agreed to accept the dollar as down payment for the dirty deed. A few days later, Artie fol- lowed the man's wife into the local Safeway grocery store. There he surprised her in the produce department and pro- ceeded to strangle her with his gloved hands. As the poor unsuspecting woman drew her last breath and slumped to the floor, the manager of the pro- duce department stumbled onto the scene. Unwilling to leave any wit- nesses behind, Artie had no choice but to strangle the pro- duce manager as well. Unknown to Artie, the entire proceedings was captured by hidden cameras and observed by the store's security guard, who immediately called the police. Artie was caught and arrested before he could leave the store. Under intense questioning at the police station, Artie revealed the sordid plan, including his financial arrangements with the hapless husband. And that is why the next day in the newspa- per, the headlines declared: "ARTIE CHOKES TWO FOR A DOLLAR AT SAFEWAY" Witch's Brew By Pudge Lehman I had arthroscopy on my knee last week and breezed through the recovery. My sister, Dawne, came to take care of me but after the first day I did so well I could have been alone so we just caught up on sister stuff. Almost any leftover vegetable can be added to scrambled eggs the next day for breakfast or lunch. Left- over corn can be added to leftover pancake batter for fritters. Add salt and pepper to taste and even some shredded cheese if you like, then fry. If you have several recipes that call for a small amount of lemon juice go ahead and squeeze a lot of lemons and freeze in ice cube trays. Then put. in a freezer bag and take out a cube at a time. For some reason when I buy lemons I use what is called for in my recipe and then forget about the rest and wind up throwing them out. When a recipe calls for crumbled bacon just cut it up with your kitchen scissors before frying. It cooks quicker and is easier to crumble. Thought for the week: If you want to see a cup runneth over, let a toddler pour his own milk. Senior happenings Free Services to Help Elders Insurance counseling with a trained SHINE counselor is avail- able every Wednesday morning free of charge at Nobles Center and in Moore Haven at Senior Connections offices. (No coun- selors will be available on Wed., March 16 due to state training) *NEW* Medication assistance through LEAPS is available March 16 from 1:00 to 5:00 pm' at Senior Connections office in Moore Haven. Legal help from Florida Rural Legal Services at Senior Connections office in Moore Haven on March 24 from -9:30 am to 12:00 pm. (Must call 946-1821 to make appointment) Post Disaster Help for Older Adults Disaster funds are still avail- able to help older adults living in Hendry and Glades Counties who continue to need assis- tance with such issues as roof repair, debris removal, insur- ance deductibles, appliance repair or replacement, chore work, etc. Elders in need of help due to the hurricanes of last summer can speak with a spe- cially trained outreach worker in Clewiston on Mondays and Tuesdays,(983-7088) and LaBelle Wednesday through Fri- day(675-1446.) Upcoming meetings and events Family Cafegiver Support Group meetings in March will feature discussions with an Alzheimer's disease specialist in LaBelle and Moore Haven, and a hospice care expert in Clewis- ton. All meetings take place from 4-5 p.m. at local Senior Connections offices. March 16 in LaBelle, March'23 in Clewiston, and March 30 in Moore Haven. Call 946-1821 in Moore Haven, 983-7088 in Clewiston, and in LaBelle, call 675-1446 for more info.) Nobles Senior Center exercise classes meet M-W-F at 9:30 a.m. Come and join this lively group for better health.*NEW* Garners come every Monday to the L.J. Nobles Senior Center starting at 1:00 p.m. for card playing, Scrabble and what-have-you. All are wel- come. Trash to Treasures Indoor Flea Market-All proceeds ben- efit Faith in Action in LaBelle, so stop by Nobles Senior Center next to LaBelle airport Friday, March 18, from 8 am 1 pm to browse our goodies. Flea Mar- ket is only open once a month, so come and "get" while the gettings' good." Faith in Action in LaBelle is expanding to Clewiston and Moore Haven in 2005. Residents of any age with chronic disease or illness in those areas who have a need for assistance with everyday tasks of living can call Liz at 983-7088 or 675-1446 for more informa- tion. Those with a desire to make a difference in someone's life by volunteering are encour- aged to call the same phone numbers for more information on this wonderful volunteer pro- gram benefiting residents in Hendry/Glades Counties. Governing Board approves $20.5 million land purchase for Indian River Lagoon reservoir, natural storage area The South Florida Water Man- agement District Governing Board today unanimously authorized the acquisition of approximately 1,245 acres in St. Lucie County for $20.5 million 14 percent less than the appraised value for two Indian River Lagoon South Restoration Project components: The land will be used in conjunc- tion with other properties acquired for construction of the C-23/24 South Reservoir and the Cypress Creek/Trail Ridge Natural Storage and Water Quality Area. "The District's steadfast com- mitment to continue the momen- tum to move forward with critical land purchases for Everglades restoration is demonstrated once again in acquiring this property," said Governing Board Member Lennart E. Lindahl. "I commend our real estate staff and thank the seller, Open Range Ranchettes, for completing this significant acquisition." The Indian River Lagoon South Restoration Project is part of the $8 billion Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan, a joint state-federal effort to restore and revitalize the greater Ever- glades ecosystem. The C-23/24 South Reservoir is one of four above-ground reservoirs planned in Martin and St. Lucie counties to capture water from the C-23, C-24, C-25 and C-44 (St. Lucie Canal) canals. Collectively, these reser- voirs will provide storage for bil- lions of gallons of water, greatly reducing the need to send large volumes of fresh water caused by stormwater runoff to the brack- ish lagoon through the C-23, 24, 25 and 44 canals. The C-44 (St. Lucie Canal) Reservoir is one of the eight Everglades restoration projects identified for accelerat- ed construction under the Accel- er8 program. The Cypress Creek/Trail Ridge Natural Storage and Water Quali- ty Area will hold billions of gal- Ions of water and will provide" increased wetland and upland habitat for wildlife. The South Florida Water Man- agement District is a regional, governmental agency that over- sees the water resources in the southern half of the state 16 counties from Orlando to the Keys. It is the oldest and largest of the state's five water manage- ment districts. The agency mis- sion is to manage and protect water resources of the region by balancing and improving water quality, flood control, natural sys- tems and water supply. A key ini- tiative is cleanup and restoration of the Everglades. Effort to determine future of forests Florida Agriculture and Con- sumer Services Commissioner Charles H. Bronson announced today that his department is launching a major planning proj- ect to help shape the future of forests in Florida. "How are our forests going to continue to provide the wood, clean water, recreation and diver- sity of wildlife 25 years from now?" Bronson is asking. "And what do we want them to look like 25 years from now?" As a result of development, hurricanes, wildfires, insect and disease outbreaks and the demand for forestry products, Florida's forests today comprise only 14 million acres down from more than 20 million acres in the 1930's. Officials estimate that the figure will decline to 12 million acres by the year 2030. The planning effort that is get- ting underway will focus on how the state manages what are inevitable changes rather than merely reacting to those changes. Division of Forestry (DOF) offi- cials have already taken the first step, assessing the present condi- tions of forests in Florida, and the public can review that assess- ment by visiting DOF's website at www.fl-dof.com. The public is encouraged to participate by attending one of a series of six workshops that will be held around the state later this month to solicit opinions on the future of forests in Florida The dates, cities and locations are as follows: March 22 Milton Pensacola Junior College, University of Flori- da Bldg, Room 4902. March 23 Tallahassee Eyster Auditorium, Conner Bldg., 3125 Conner Blvd. March 24 Lake City Colum- bia County Extension Service, 164 SW Mary Ethel Lane. March 29 Tavares Lake County Ag/Horticulture Ext. Ser- vice, 30205 State Road 19. March 30 Palmetto- Manatee County Ag Center/Fairgrounds, Kendrick Auditorium, 1303 17th St. West. March 31 Lantana Lantana, Recreation Center, 418 South Dixie Highway The regional workshops will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and will be lead by a professional facil- itator. A draft plan on the future of forests in Florida is expected to be posted on the DOF website next fall, and the public will be asked to comment on it. Survey: Don't ship alcohol to homes TALLAHASSEE A poll of Flori- da voters released today by Mason-Dixon Polling & Research shows that Floridians overwhelm- ingly oppose proposals to allow alcohol products to be shipped- directly to homes in Florida. There are now at least three bills filed in the state Legislature that would legalize currently pro- hibited methods of shipping alco- hol products, such as wine, direct- ly to homes SB 906, SB 480 and HB 975. The Florida Coalition to Prevent Underage Drinking main- tains that opening the door to direct shipping will inevitably make is easier for minors to order beer, wine and liquor through their computers and have it deliv- ered to their homes, bypassing Florida's system of alcohol con- trol. "Floridians clearly recognize that shipping alcohol products directly to homes is risky, no mat- ter what type of alcohol product it is," said John Fleming, a spokesman for the Florida Coali- tion to Prevent Underage Drink- ing. "Out-of-state vendors are already illicitly shipping alcohol products directly to homes in Florida, and minors are taking advantage of this loophole to buy alcohol. Legalizing direct shipping makes the problem worse, not better." According to a summary of the poll provided by Mason-Dixon, the poll found that a strong majority of Florida voters oppose allowing beer, wine and liquor to be sold directly to consumers over the Internet or through the mail. Statewide, 65 percent indicated they would oppose such alcohol sales, while only 22 percent were in favor and 13 percent were undecided. A majority also opposed allow- ing only wine to be sold over the Internet. Statewide, 55 percent were opposed to allowing the sale of wine, 31 percent were in favor and 14 percent were undecided. When presented with argu- ments from each side about the issue, voter opposition held firm, with 68 percent saying that the sale and shipment of beer, wine and liquor over the Internet or through the mail directly to con- sumers should not be allowed, compared to only 24 percent who said it should be allowed. - A majority of Florida voters 57 percent also indicated they would be" less likely" to vote for a political leader who wants to change state laws on alcohol sales to make it legal for brewers, wineries and distillers to ship beer, wine and liquor directly to con- sumers who place orders over the Internet or by telephone. The poll was conducted Febru- ary 24-27, 2005, by Mason-Dixon Polling & Research of Washing- ton, D.C. A total of 625 registered Florida voters were interviewed statewide by telephone. All indi- cated they voted regularly in state elections. The margin for error is plus or minus four percent. The research was sponsored by the Florida Coalition to Prevent Underage Drinking- a group of law enforcement agencies, clergy, business leaders and community groups. The Coalition is opposed to proposals to legalize currently prohibited shipments of alcohol products such as wine directly to homes in Florida because such shipments would give minors eas- ier access to alcohol products. Mason-Dixon is an independ- ent polling firm that conducts voter surveys for news media, lob- byists, interest groups, trade asso- ciations and political action com- mittees. Mason-Dixon is the nation's most active state polling organization, conducting copy- righted public opinion polls for news media organizations in all 50 states. Thank you Dear LaBelle Community: Country Oaks Elementary would like to send out a big "Thank You" to everyone that helped with our fundraiser, "Cow- adunga". Thank you to everyone who helped sell tickets and to all those that bought tickets. With a very special "Thank you" to John- son Engineering, who bought the winning ticket and donated the $1,000 prize money back to the school. Thank you to all of the vol- unteers, for all of your hard work. Thank you to our generous com- munity for making the 2 nd Annu- al Cowadunga so successful. Thank you to Tim Mudge and Seth Howard for the use of the portable cow pens. Thank you to Jim McVay for driving the tractor for the hayride. Sincerely, Country Oaks Elementary Birthdays March 18: Dennis Richard, Wayne Howard, Annabelle McDaniel, Gerri Owens, Kathy Pittman, Bill Burdette, Christina Murray, Ryan Russe, Betty Jean Smith, Austin Lee Perez March 19: Ellen Gray, Vickie Howard, R.A. Townsend, Ida Harn, Lawayne Rawls, Daryl Edgar, Mary E. Cox, Jacob Bur- chard, Paul Conyers, Myrtle John- ston March 20: Paul Langford, Raleigh Sapp, Jason Dupree, Alton Ireland, Clayton Taylor, Jr., Eugene Stevenson, Karen Daniels, Tina Campbell, Linda Tanis, Clyde Holland, Kimberly Durno, Thomas Reynolds, Don- nie Teston, Jr. March 21: Robert Summerall, Darrell Murray, Beatrice McCullen, Edith Hall, Rusty Hill, Michael Massey, Jimmy Doll, Heather Gettamy, Jennifer Iler, Julie Nauss, David S. 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Ed Dulin To treat people with courtesy, Vice President respect and compassion. of Florida Operations For More Information See Tom Byrd At Your Service On Page 2 Executive Editor Katina Elsken I 4 OPINION Caloosa Belle, Thursday, March 17, 2005 Caloosa Belle, Thursday, March 17, 2005 5 Harvest of Sorrows The Music Ministry of Carlson Memorial United Methodist Church on Campbell Street in LaBelle will present a dramatic musical candlelight service on Good Friday, March 25, at 7:30 p.m. The presentation will fea- ture the Chancel Choir, Carlson Dance Team and the Youth Min- istry. This musical will depict the events of Holy Week up to the crucifixion of Christ. Composer Joseph Martin explains it this way, "The tear- washed road to the cross is a necessary journey for all seekers of grace. Each step brings clear- er understanding of the depths of God's redemptive passion for his people. Come and mourn a while and reflect on the cost of redemption. There is a great harvest of truth to be gathered in the shad- ows around Golgotha's barren tree. Come and walk the winding road to Calvary. Linger in the upper room. Keep watch in Gethsemane. Kneel at the cross and nurture your heart with the Savior's grace. See the fruits of mercy and love draped in the arms of a rugged cross." The entire community is invit- ed and a nursery will be provid- ed. For further information, con- tact the church office at 675-0656. Staff photo/Donna Meister Jennifer Griffin, Pastor of Music and Programming at Carlson Memorial United Methodist Church plans a dramatic candle light service for Good Friday on March 25 at 7:30 p.m. Come see 'Seven Nuns in Las Vegas' ST. PATRICK'S DAY CORNED BEEF DINNER AT By Jo Coombs Seven nuns are missing. Saint Genesius Convent should be in South Bend, IN, but it isn't. Radio personality George Green (Ron Groves) keeps the airways hot telling the news of their disappear- ance. Sister Edna (Terri Lazar) and Sister Rose (Pat Johnson) listen diligently to the radio trying to fig- ure out just where they are. Sister Felicitas (Mercedes Mitchell) seems to be the head nun of the convent. The other nuns are Sister Maria (Barbara Costas), Sis- ter Anne (Sherry King) and Sister Frances (Judy Arnett). Sister Anne and Sister Frances have been sent for food. They thumb a ride to a market. They put a quarter in a "coin change machine," but all it gave them back was quarters. The same thing happened with the half-dollar machine. What caused their disappear- ance? Sister Columba (Suzanne Hardee Hubbart), who has not walked in four years, prayed to St. Joseph to send her to a warmer cli- mate for her bones. St. Joseph talked to God and the convent was moved two miles north of Las Vegas. Marcus Edelman (Jesse Cuel- lo), owner of the Silver Dollar, comes to the convent and tries to buy it. When they tell him it is not for sale, he says he has the option on the land that it is sitting on. Sister Columba is told to pray to St. Joseph and get the convent sent back to South Bend. But when she prayed she wanted to enjoy the warm weather more so she never asked to have the convent moved. She just tells the nuns that St. Joseph said to help the people of Las Vegas. To help with the work, Father John O'Brien's (cameo guest at this performance was Henry Avery) car has a flat tire in front of the convent. Three of the Silver Dollar's employees: Peaches (Rosey Delga- do), Boots (Chelsey Ramos) and Baby (Brianna Ramos) come to see a nun and return later after deciding they want to become nuns. Sr. Columba finally prays to St. Joseph about moving the convent. St. Joseph has God move the con- vent back to South Bend. Two days after its return, there is a visit from Reverend Mother (Jane Bruce). In this play, the Firehouse Cul- tural Center is pleased to welcome four new cast members who have never graced its stage before: Jesse Cuello, Rosey Delgado, Chelsey Ramos and Brianna Ramos. Actu- ally, there was also two other cast members that have worked on props, costumes, sets and other Firehouse jobs, but have never per- formed in a play. They are Terri Lazar and Pat Johnson. Don't miss this most entertain- ing production. This is the last week of perform- ances, March 17-20 at The Fire- house Cultural Center, located at 241 N. Bridge Street in LaBelle. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday the curtain opens at 7 p.m. Sunday per- formance is a 2 p.m. matinee. Tick- ets are $10 in advance (call 863- 675-3066 and leave your name, phone number, date you wish to attend and the number of tickets you wish to reserve) or $12 at the door. Master Card and Visa are accepted for your convenience. L.W Howard will speak at Easter service As the first rays of the sun pierce the morning sky in Barroni Park on Sunday, March 27, at 6:30 a.m. a number of local pastors will join together to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ Easter Sunday morning. This year LaBelle Evangelical Minister's Association has selected Pastor L.W Howard Community Harvest Worship of LaBelle to be the keynote speaker. Almanac "Blessed is the Man" A men's conference with guest speaker Evangelist Emerson Morris will be hosted by the Freedom Fel- lowship Ministries, 1301 Hwy 29N. Friday, March 18, session will begin at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 19, sessions begin at 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. A continental breakfast and lunch will be provided. Ortona plans Easter Egg Hunt The Ortona Community Associ- ation sponsors its annual Easter Egg Hunt Sunday, March 20, from 1-3 p.m. at Larry Luckey Indian Mound Park on Hwy. 78. Children of all ages are invited to the egg hunt, games, prizes and snacks. For information call 675-3807 or demitchell@outfishin.us Reading Adventures at library Come to the Barron Library, Monday, March 21, at 6:30 p.m. for Easter stories and a visit from the Easter Bunny. Bring your camera! Candy Bar Bingo on Thursday, March 24, at 2 p.m. Bring one candy bar in return for a bingo card to play. Ham and yam dinner set The First Christian Church at Ford and Lee Street will host a ham and yam dinner, including green beans, drink and dessert for $6 on Friday, March 18, from 5-8 p.m. Eat- in or carry out. Moose plan Easter Egg Hunt Moose Lodge #2398 and WO.T.M. Chapter #1999 will host an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 19. Sign-up at 8:45 a.m.; start at 9 a.m. Fun, food and a visit from the Easter Bunny for children age 12 and under, accompanied by an adult. F^ '4^ Switch to DISH Netwo owevs 180 cbanmls kor Ithe No lora urif.i &asi.j 16P ll am3n 16 I 9w ltM WmIn pe a ol Amnanc s rp1 1.'.'*RLttdI Ml6 Rev. L.W. Howard is the Home Missions Director for the Pente- costal Church of God and is one of. the executive officers in the Florida District. He and his wife (Charlann) are fourth generation residents in the LaBelle area. They have three children and five grandchildren. In April 2005, Pastor Howard will graduate from School of the Bible Theological Seminary in San Jacinto, CA, with his doctor- ate degree in Christian Ministry and Pastoral Counseling. Other pastors sharing in the service will be Pastor Frank Deerey of First Baptist Church, Pastor Alan Kelmereit of Good Shepherd Episcopal Church read- ing Isaiah 52:13-53:12, Associate Pastor Jesse Kroll of Carlson Memorial United Methodist Church rendering a New Testa- ment reading. Pastor William Maddox of First Christian Church will do the offering and Pastor Clifford Avery of LaBelle Assem- bly of God the benediction. Con- gregational music will be led by Associate Pastor Jeff Perry. Everyone is welcome to this special celebration in Barron Park. For more information call 675-0900 or e-mail question to labelleone@hotmail.com. Herb Lawson celebrates century mark By Donna Meister Herbert Lawson was born on February 15, 1905, in rural Hall County, GA near Gainesville. He was the first of seven children born at the farm home of' Minnie and .. Normus Law- son. Education was important to his parents and they Herb Lawson encouraged all the children to strive and do well. All six of the liv- ing siblings received college educa- tions. Mr. Lawson attended Young Harris College, Emory University, Coyne Electrical School in Chicago, Georgia Tech night classes and completed correspondence cours- es to become an engineer. Mr. Lawson started his career with the U.S. Army Corps of Engi- neers in Rosewell, GA in 1929 doing survey work. In the late 1930s Mr. Lawson was reassigned to the Jacksonville office of the Corps of Engineers and sent to Clewiston for work assignments. He worked briefly in Indiantown where he bought his first car, a Ford coupe for $75. He was very proud of his car and traveled to Okeechobee and Moore Haven before moving to LaBelle to work on the Caloosahatchee River proj- ect. It was during his first year in LaBelle that he met Virginia Ryder, daughter of Judge and Mrs. H. A. Rider. The minister, Rev. Robert E. Carlson, for whom the Methodist Church on Campbell Street is named and dedicated, performed their wedding ceremony at the home of her parents on April 8, 1933, at 8 a.m. A son, Frank, and daughter, Janis (Davidson), were born by 1938 and the Corps reas- signed Mr. Lawson to Atlanta, GA, where the family decided to move 14299 a SKIFF ,-L .Dish Depot SaYa Local Satlly out a PrIofe. al ma ..,..... LaBelle (863) 674-4728 Clewiaton .863) 983-3086 to neighboring Decatur. Mr. and Mrs. Lawson made Jesus Christ and church fellowship a priority in their lives and were always active participants. Mr. Law- son belonged to the Keystone Bible Class in the Decatur Methodist Church, where he was a song leader and sang tenor in the chan- cel choir. He was an officer from time to time with the Decatur Lions Club. During his years of employ- ment, starting in 1926 until his retirement in 1970, Mr. Lawson's career spanned times of depres- sion, recession and war as well as times of peace and prosperity. He began at the bottom of the ladder as a survey rodman, moving up with promotions and reassign- ments. That work included the building and construction of canals, levees, army military forts and camps, air force bases, missile launching sites, river dams, a steam generator, fish hatcheries and wildlife refuges. He spent many hours traveling in and out of 11 southeastern states. After retirement in 1970, Mr. and Mrs. Lawson returned to LaBelle and made their home with her mother who was in failing health. They eventually built a house on the river and were able to sit on their back porch and enjoy the beauty of the Caloosahachee River the main reason that his job with the U.S. Corps of Engi- neers initially brought them to LaBelle. Mr. Lawson lost his beloved wife Virginia after 61 years of mar- riage. He has continued to live independently in their home. Mr. Lawson has always loved the outdoors and all the beauty that it offers, including the river, trees, wildflowers, birds and wildlife. He and his family enjoyed many pic- nics, camping trips and vacations in the mountains of Georgia and North Carolina and spent time at Fort Myers Beach. He has enjoyed Ill ,, h - lEB? fishing, hunting, tennis and watch- ing football and golf on television during the different seasons of his life. A reception was held at the Carlson Memorial United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall celebrating the life of Herbert Law- son. Over 100 family members and friends came from all over the country to honor Mr. Lawson. Out of town guests included his brother and wife, Carl and Ginny Lawson, sister and husband Herb and Bon- nell Valentine of Gainesville, GA, son and wife Frank and Holly Law- son of Sun Valley Idaho, grandson and wife Scott and Jennifer Law- son of Oak Harbor, WA, grandson Jeff Lawson of Coupeville, WA and FL family and friends from Mel- bourne, Arcadia, Lehigh, Ft. Myers and Clewiston. Linda Ryder and the "Singing Valentines" provided a surprise treat from the Spirit of the Gulf Chorus, who sang several songs for Mr. Lawson and led everyone in singing "Happy Birth- day." On the occasion of his 90th birthday he told his daughter Janis that his goal was to reach 105 years of age. Looks like he might just make it! THE AMERICAN LEGION HALL 699 S. R 80 West LUBelle, FL When: Thur., March 17 Time: 5 p.m to 7 p.m. SCost: $6 a Person Includes: Corned Beet, SC..abbage, Red Potatoes, Carrots, Rye Bread & MButter & Coffee or Tea 'A brW ..^ ww~ t r Dana Howard Weekley Post 130 , AMERICAN LEG ION ..D THE LEGION AUXILI,'RY Friday Night Fish Fry S-7pm at699S. .80W Also... Deep Fried Chicken, Fish, Crab Cakes, Shrimp, or Combos KV. ] sical Utertainrr)ent Incloded / THIS IS NOT THE BEST PLACE TO LOOK WHEN YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A DOCTOR. ieve all heard the iCkS. about doctors and golf courses. But when you really need a doctor, there's a better place and an easier way. Simply call Hendry Regional Medical Center. We'll be glad to help you find just the right doctor in our community to help you stay healthy or help you get well. On our medical staff at the hospital and at the Family Care Center are fully qualified primary care physicians of Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, and Cardiology, with training in specialized areas includ- ing geriatrics and infec- tious disease. So give Hendry Regional Medical Center a call for help in finding a doctor all joking aside, its a lot more effective than hanging around a golf course. & HENDRY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Serving The Heart of South Central rFonda ffendr Regqional-Medical Center 1500 West Sugarland Highway, Clewistonl www.hendryregional.org 1863-983-9121 Open to tlc Pilblic C,IIrIIII t is n,; ',7ilh h 5 Caloosa Belle, Thursday, March 17, 2005 L Caloosa Belle, Thursday, March 17,2005 Advertise your business in C a11 A Pro Foronly SO 0 a week Call Barb or Dale at (863) 675-2541 r"'7j41 111 WI ;1! .' V I" ,*''''l |^ -AIli! tntt:t VISIT US ON THE WEB AT WWW.OAKREALTYINC.COM PROPERTY MANAGEMENT RENTALS SALES CINDY L. ALEXANDER SLIC. REAL ESTATE BROKER : . :1 4 Jl.L T 11" A LL 1 AND TIM SPENCER 'IA E 675-0500 REALTY ^ I ~ ^NEW LOCATION! 233 N. BRIDGE ST BIG SON THE CORNER OF SJ BRIcGE ST & I e WAStG'ON (l|I II I -| I' I \i 1 ii 3/2/1t CAR GARAGE S7 1II CONO $5i5/m \IO 2B1EI)i2 ;ATH I Il HAVEN YA CHT CL B. ,,i,,,r .' l h l ., . NWil',.. IN .LEH hby IB'li Bh z h!iim in rl i I t lmai, lihtcid water all t l ncatc oil, 6c Coani R IM CEI) TO $4(I),l(i rnillt toa. .1*",i ',, ? 4'J ilin NO PITS. wTih 'a,'.1 PETS. .i. ill...l ' r. i'i IN MOOIRE ,. l ,,. ;' *" $103000, Rui old '-A ", ., i, I IN PIONi t ki-.s;mg $675.u(. NiCIE 1.25 IIGFI ACRES 2 ol >irti .-..i c wi.-l illnad :v-'. ,\ i ..BACK 0N I ,- i i on x ;x] n it 00 '" ll r : appoint L OT i ,, . lu I . Ia N('! ." 2i.ih I ,r a. i uliv i: onr ft R]/Wl 'i tl h'slt r']', Nk u'r iic S1" iing $2 020,000 Ri -tlcd 2Bitlth mhob:f," 'nxmi on - u iLL) .l nLL )I.JY AVE.., $15,0(00(. uIAkc m.i't ,l PENDING ' PENDING .. 238 N. 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U ludC d, lot' s f b:iautifuil iiindudii.; ,i'Xks. !ft c-, fr'>nt.; :!r ia rn;und. inw)'cr wil tJvidtc. $29,900 N''o .. ? -i+ ;-ikrc '1l in I','I * $675,000 2"+- -. at c t3autif,.I '- .,.. I Blli.. ill 'orse icouIlltryv ujll iniitiltcs fro.ni i I COMMERCIAL.. * $300,000 I19.+,t'. :rtns wkt iti nutnrouL $450,000 lFi ')rc.4hrtl si,)'r tortnf lot Ipt!s- iluidis Adjoiiming 19.82+- ac,' res o.it wilth 29' i I 29S. COUNTRY HOMES & LAND REAL ESTATE $0 DOWN Se Habla Espahiol Port LaBelle All New CBS Construction ONLY 2 NEW SPEC HOMES LEFT Ready to Move In!! 10 More Homes In Progress HOME PACKAGES STARTING AT $158,900! 8 FLOOR PLANS TO CHOOSE FROM OR BRING YOUR OWN! New Homes Resales Lots Call for FREE Prequalification LOTS 4 SALE IN PORT LABELLE ST.\rTiN(.; AT $32K ***OWNER FINANCING*** Kathy Hutchins Lie. uReal 'state Broker Office: 863-612-0551 Fax: 863-612-0553 Visit our website at www.CeitralFloridaLiAndSales.comn or www.Contiiritn creHmciuSites.,comi irrigation. There is a 2BR/1BA block home that needs a sneo. Seller v., ij". i52 500. c-r.re r -sn,. Roof rri.datgr $S487,320 Ti..i .C Ti, -.ale-.:li rpa, frr pic.f r $569.000. q LrD4.:.d' ; ..r ,' ,r 1 $134,900. 20 3Lr. o' Old Flnrd.u Lirdj H-avly wooded ith ., r. d .e' ,', A .i.I.. a' r' i P 6 IE-. ,abi,, r.f'i c 1 in h:,;q:.-' ., i...d. ;,,: th, re ,Ji ;'BF'I&- plui den many varieties of trees and wildlife. Creek runs on the , an oak hammock is the perfect spot for campfires..Jacks and screened r 0 o backyardd. New southeast comer. Some lower lying areas are wet during Branch Creek runs along the northwest comer of the AClheat. roG, solid surface the rainy season but plenty of room to build a house and -. -' property along with several other ponds. Property is tub walls $115 000 -rloy natures tceaury S285,000 O eAcompletely fenced with palmettos and pines throughout 20 acri -n I.luse '3f rEA pairur 13rt,. lcriocs srd :OSU $500 000 fenced with cow well. Would also make a great home site WE ,.-E.',.:al "BP den, B- rne ti.- r .-, t7 3BR!2BA log cabin manufactured home on 6-q- acres for those who crave quiet living. Gated road insures pri- acres. Oak adorned yard is completely irrigated. 10 ceil- that is fenc- .iT llnclude built-in v.1: wir. 4 q3tes allows fo' eay a;rce5 S285.000 ings. plantation shutters, security system, wood laminate entertainme ngardn tub. This is the perfect 5. acres ori .rgr Tral Rd in Mu Privacy & Iran- floonring, crown molding ~ W could go on rvtr ,:, a i p,;.are3d $212.500 quility for your dream home. House pad in place. and on. La, your own pri- -. j_,.t o,, .I ,li n u-., i,,p, Rdod $150,000. vate pond. 2 bay 30X40 Dean Steel Building on the Buyer n.. -I R C:. NT,. '" Hie ,- on High and d5' acres Muse. Fence on des an back of the property is any man's dream. This elegant 5+/- acre T 00 gated. Culvert to be in soon. Copy of survey on file. home is class throughout! This one will not last long. Conve -.u ic'.'.-r, -B c'- .1.itun ,ff.e tdr.;-.i large $145,000 .... . . $410,000. family room, hot tubon screen porch, carport, complete- 5 +-,aresof wooded land ''ar, ici in DONNA KANE LIC. REAL ESTATE BROKER 180 I Bridgc S' I \ B C FC, I r-,.l : e8-.er. iBre ti k- : .n-, ,.:u'i r.. this ly fenced with paved citulardriveway, metal roof, secu- Pioneer Plant lnd out or man- ASSOCIATES: Terri Banky Trisha Arnold 3BFR2BA frame home and double-wide mobile home rity system. gazebo, fruit trees, irrigation system and ufactured home. $105,000, Share Weckwerth Jennifer Oswald 863) 675-6788 1-888-675-6762 Situated on 5 beautiful acres with RG3M zoning, located :, i fr. f$145,000. Wood res in ismier anB ve rod S.,,,, 1 w .heritagelandco.com south of LaBelle near the future site for the Education pv ;, .:,,', [, -.,l,,,T.l ol. i.5:,, Ticluaes Property is d well (needs Denise Walker Beverly Curtis rit ,' t "-.m Center of SWFL To invest in the right direction. Call whirlpool tub & flat top stove 12x24 shed w. garage ,pump) & is rur home or MH 5000 Patty Walker Dawn Made Morton '- MAS Se Habla Espaiol today! $400,000. door stayF &''lt ts v sIng S92 900 5 acge9isr onrhe i ........ ...." ..... All 3 I &. S aie_ ,':,,-,,,:rev bI,:,,L :. ,iuu -.,-, F.l .' : ',:,' n ..r, a l iflt "I' Hl a td' tiv' a inIedf and __l____._ _b_ ile oxbow. Private boat house for storage. This quaint, with office. Fireplace on 1st & 2nd floor. 1/2 bath has split floor DEJ Gi .N. d' a thuildings. 23rd Street oil:'$" A TEl, quie property aMso canbedivided foranadditional build- plumbing in wall for a full bath. Wet bar &refrigerator on Mustsee 584 3u. e 9nNi'ii,:nri3. -r rom" ,K4 ur "',',houi PFt Spectacular custom designed riverfront home with pri- ing H- '. r -l 'ildingandhottub. 3rd floor Storageis plenful and w pinned through .t.l .. .'. r iC7 a-. Be.ng Denaud road priced at $85,000 per acre owners will not vate gated entry on Ft. Denaud Rd 6,361 sq. ft of qual. Lam. :,- r-.. n,:' 3a .:, system. Don't let out the home. Bautful oaks adom this comer lot ,.,, I." | Ity in this 3BR/2.5BA home. Home has 10 ft. -:ci,.S -. ,". '.' $410,000. $370,000. ...'C:-, .' '-.- 'i fn- 'C T. :i '1 '6lr -- tfr.,,T r',,-I i "jgt-t .:lI -- .-iun. i split floor plan. French doors, solid surface countertops, ri,.. .:.,' Bf si 6ilor'" ,,.s.. on Laureaks -' 'r.a'" aail erooflops Oiis opa 'g-, t.e ... ! custom cabinets, gazebo overlooking river, boat dock canal with river access. Built to Dade County Codes with cous 3BR/2BA home. Oversized lot adjoins oak-filled i -. '.*i,-1 ere in'.at,',e is w/ift, 3 carAiC garage with car lift, 6 car carport, French cathedral ceilings; tile, carpet and upgraded appliances qrreenti $209,000. J'. ._ T,-_ |] I.i .r' 'n'r --~,3 rse areI doors openonto large lanai. Home sits on 1.49 oak filled Owner financing possible or trade for hurricane dam- .-ihnicr.i .' n.,',e .;,.-" -'r..' 'i "E. g weho se o. 4 85, arrs ocated in LeHigh Acres w,,..te .' i 500 i acreiw 1.. rf eet of ',:' rfrort,-,.. $1.600 000 aged prop-. .v. ..: o... r s350 000. has updated kitchen. Florida room and fenced in yard Largewarehousen8l.5 acres located inLeHighAcreseice. ue ,.561.5m0 F: D',-ul R, u,- ....,r,-,, r.C,-'i'~e n ,,,n.e ?:,-uo~ff~l of Plenty of storage space and abudant fruit trees. with "-real.potential. 400 amp, 3 phase electriservicein@I#".,m. .. - river frte Thorough remodeling has m e this $170 with 3 phase pump is in place. Six loading 2 .r r .,a ._. - tures include solid surface countertops. cabin nets, appli -acres with some spoil easement which can be removed tile carpet with walkn closet in master bath and an i." i H ances, tile and carpet, large patio to relax and enjoy the 's,400000. .. .. 1a -e,, a:,e ,rou .,'i.',,u' ,|.-.r.T $169,B900. 1ifr 'imta ,, e,5 t, ... 6 a'b' mr ,i,_ _. _.MT T ....- river views, new sod, irrigation system, driveway and 51 ,- .. n. r .. -. r,.',,, '-,r -14. ,. 2I r,.. o, .. aCre .1,- nt.:,.. ,I ,*6 BE : -',j fr,. onta e.......... ............. - boat dock. 799,500. allowsfor impressiveviewsof the intra coastal waterway Guest House is 2BRi1BA frame house.'Main house has SOa aifreesgrace tvies w. acre loan haER E...c- r -,-re C r in,, i,.., i .'.- $ 950.000 handicap bathroom. Living room has wood parquet Indian Hitls SoNr5,000o. with a beautiful view of the Caloosahatchee River ... p .. on floors. $165,000. Just east of Hendry County Line 420 ft on State Road H il snearg ocs Privacy and Peace at its best. Enjoy the sunsets over the C ioosahatchee Drive. Th homesite is ready for yor tl ,i.lc-r Fr ter= I; .. 3EP E..i, ir, LuI 80 Future land use -Commercial 5 acre. r 650,000. fr, Ra water on your back screened patio. Wood. tile and car le h $395t000 offDerEl...- TBIl i .r, ..,, : with over .. d i ... ,i h ee. S .- P LaB, er,, e(orod. pet flooring.. Wonderfulkitchen for entertaining, planta- pas ,ar n -.... $395, Washington00 f has 2 wells & tion shutters, indoor utility room, large private boat dock 14X24 screened lanai plus an above ground pool Only irrigation. TWOeA.. AMoc ome that needs a &If ill V.1 with lift. Community clubhouse includes pool. boat ramp $149,900, little TLC. T -ie si :.:ui p for p cptrte $569.000 and tennis court $749,000. I -' $'- .-. ',Iro't'CTyRuC lu.eens 22B12' ilth"spcitsou s rooms. S eni "ac' porch 40"0 a':e Hrn, pr.r, T E6d rr, lrby 3BR2BAmobile homeinTanglewood Oaks. $750mont 3B~ACeBS Hore on 1 ,-: r. ic tdva ri,>'., ', -: .:' -. r -", ,. wells & and concrete paver deck with hot tub 10X10 storage Thompson ONE l, .. .iranaqe ana + security. rn Investr Mo bileoms____________________otnta 3BR/28 doublewide mobile home on 10 +/- acres in Muse w/ a newly planted tree nursery!! $289,900 NEW LISTING! LaBelle Riverfront 3BR/2.5B/3G Home with 160' +/- of river frontage. Private & Wooded 1.36 +/- acres with private gated entrance. There's nothing quite like it! $995,000 MUSE-fIOME ON 40 ACRES! Energy efficient 4BR/2.5B tri-level home on 40 +1- private & fenced acres in Muse. Luxury amenities abound! Barn & mobile home also included in sale! $875,000 ALVA RIVERFRONT ESTATE! CALOOSA ES' One-of-a-kind 3BR/2.5B/3G home with with DIRECT AC detached workshop which could easily 2BR 2BA in gre be converted into a guest home. on 1/2 Acre Lot Watch the otters play in the creek that borders the east property line. Estate is q K % "-" offered on 10 +/- acres w! 425' '4- of nverdrorul IAddI Oiirnal 1ar-'. $3,490,000 (Home or 10 /- scre-si NEW LISTING! Close to Downtowin, this cozy 2BR/2BA home sits on almost a 1/2 acre and is covered in beautiful oak trees, Back yard is fenced for privacy. This one won't last long! .".... ".f il:l S3BR/2B two story home located on 5 TATES HOME landscaped property wI rond XCE S S to River. pool! Great Place for Horses! $259,900 at neii:I ht0rl'' ,iid $225.01I .: o .. , .rnf iai,,,..., '*' -. MUSE! 4BR/28 rustic cabin-style home on 2.2 +/- acres (one acre fenced with horse stalls). BRING YOUR HORSES! Peace & Quiet Guaranteed! $185,900 BELMONT AREA! 2BRI1B CBS home located in town on an oak cov- ered lot in a nice neighborhood! l Mini Rinnl I 11i lue! BR 2', \ d ii.r ,Ii ,' I. in li>i 1 h u - Myers! Extraordinary Not to mention drinking f(rom the m intracoastal home pond and hopefully staying out of ogressive E. Ft, Myers the 500 blueberry bushes that ugrm\ unity. $999,800 on the property! S329.000 FT. DENAUD AREA! "Antique" 2BR/2B riverfront estate home w/ attached 2BR/1B guest house on 5 +/- riverfront acres w/ horse barn located close to Hendry/Lee line. $1,350,000 $135,000 Gracious 3BR/2B/2G custom two story PARKWOOD FSTATES! 3BR/2B/2G estate home, located on 5 +/- fenced splIB -fer ca- acres, features large rooms, a great thedral ceilings, p do w & floor plan. rocking chair front porch & roof, & much more... $265,000 3BR/3B doublewide mobile home, in spectacular condition, on 5 +/- acres in Pioneer!! $189,900 3BR/2B mobile home on 10 +/- secluded acres in Muse!! $189,900 3BR/2B doublewide mobile home on 2.5 +/- acres in Pioneer offers upgrades galore, paved access, & a barn w/ electric & water. $124,900 3BR/2B mobile home on 2.3 +/- acres, just south of LaBelle. $119,000 4BR/2B mobile home on manageable homesite priced right for an investment/ income property. $68,000 I !- j :1 --,T -4k -Irj.i RIVERFRONT! 1.44 +/- cleared acre, located on C.R. 78 w/ 130' +/- of riverfront. $495,000 RIVERFRONT! 1 + cleared acre of riverfront. $475,000 RIVERFRONT! 1 + wooded acre I0aud 110' +/- ofrivron 909,'TRACT "-"R, Rll BN7! 1 +/- wooded acre neighborhoods. $475,000 RI 'ERFRONT! 0.83 +/- fented acre located in town w/ 130 +/- of riverfront. $450,000 RIJERFRONT! 0.25 +/- cul-de-sac homesite in E. Ft. Myers w/ seawall & boat lifts. (Restrictions Apply-Call Sistina Office)oS 99t900 O * New Listingt 8.07 +/- acres in desir- able area off of Hwy 80 and Joel Blvd. Zoned AG2. $600,000 S22 +1- fenced, cross-fenced, & gated acres in LaDeca Acres w/ 2BR/2B mobile home!! $399,500 * 10 +/- private, tree filled, fenced & gated acres in Muse. $150,000 ' 1v fRCR 78 in Alva. $1M,000u I^ACT * 2 +/- acre oak-filled homesite in a private in-town location. Three buildable sites. $126,900 * CREEKFRONTI 0.25 +/- acre located at SE comer of CR 78 & Ca- loosa Estates Dr. $100,000 * 5 +/- wooded acres located in Ladeca Acres. $80,000 * DRAMATICALLY REDUCED! 5 +/- abNellijftfitta w/ access. $70,000 * REDUCED TO SELL! .57 +/- acre in- town lot in nice neighborhood. $55,000 * PORT LABELLE LOTS! We have an extensive inventory ranging in price from $25K $35K! * Self-Service Car Wash on .50 +/- acre located at busy in town intersection. $600,000 * DOWNTOWN LABELLE Business Building with Tenants. If you like making excellent investments for the future and getting rental income at the same time, then you must see this opportunity in Downtown LaBelle. Within walking distance to the Court- house and next door to the proposed new bank that will be built. Don't let this aet away! Call Todav! $659.000 3,14 +1- acres w/ frontage on 4 streets in Downtown LaBelle! Zoning is in the process of being changed to Commercial or Mixed Use. Just use your imagine and discover that the possibilities are endless! $850,000 www.soland.com I eeopet Ptn * 508 +/- acres located in Alva with U "LbJ J riverfrontage & deep water canal Ja nu frontage. $55,800,000 * 1586 +/- acres located east of LaBelle Investments & Real w/ 2 +/- miles of riverfront & 2 +I- miles 71 Souith Main of SR 80 frontage. $31,728,400 6 07-45 0- tax 8 * 24 +/- acres located on the comer of ww.,oland.. SR 80 & Joel Blvd. in Alva! $4,000,000 TOLL FREE: 877 * 44 +/- acres located on SR 29. i * $3,431,134 Sherri Dei, *'**'"'' s1 lrnwl Rf'-tnver Fqlal frontage east f en. i usociateS * 17 +/- acres w/ frontage on SR 80 & waie Mcii.nIcu Ft. Thomspon Ave. $2,200,000 '.i iaC'i'lehn . Mm iuuliu Iuinuuiiaucr. C'PA * 3.38 +/- acres located on comer of racc williams, SR 80 & Broadway in Alva. $1,900,000 ..o (crtianm * 31 +/- acres on former golf course w/ l ...i SR 80 frontage. $1,550,000 I 1 4"i I Estate, Inc. Strict , ilorida u33975 63-675-6575 *'om 7-314-3048 ring riiro * i ei.I Inerol" * Paul tue.,or * Ai t IN * Girnu lione * ev' Wallace 6 Hms East Fort P 3BR/2B custom located in a pro riverfront commu I I "I -.- Otof"r- I V I, I %F - .... . '44"llths EiAt w .v.i.-. 0n 1*REA'JOBP Caloosa Belle, Thursday, March 17, 2005 7 Courtesy photos LMS students excel in math Seventh grade students at LaBelle Middle School volun- tarily participated in the Florida Mathematics League math contest on Tuesday, February 22. Winners are Josh Hernandez, fourth place, Olivia Luckey, second place, Karra Burns, first place, Brianna Sanchez and Savannah Davis, third place tie. ----;.. LMS kids do the numbers Eighth grade students at LaBelle Middle School volun- tarily participated in the Florida Mathematics League math contest on Tuesday, Feb. 22. Winners are Jose Morales, third place, Brennan Casseaux, second place tie, Greg Zimmerly second place tie, Hobbs Crockett first place and Chelsey Ramos fourth place. Courtesy photo Sheriff's deputy at LMS Sheriff Ronnie Lee has placed a School Resource Officer at LaBelle Middle School. Deputy Sheriff Travis McCarthy has worked with the Hendry County Sheriff's Department for eleven years in the past, prior to spend- ing two years in Colorado. During his prior tenure with the Hendry County Sheriff's Department he served two years as a School Resource Officer at LaBelle Middle School. Deputy McCarthy is back at LaBelle Middle and performs many functions. He promotes positive relations between students and law enforcement officers, attends after school functions, assists in identifying and prevent- ing delinquent behavior and works with the administra- tion when law enforcement situations arise. You may contact him by calling the middle school at 674-4646. The following students have been named February Stu- dents of the Month at Upthegrove Elementary School. They enjoyed lunch at McDonalds for all of their hard work and good behavior. Row 1: Lane Hicks, Marlen Alcaraz, Thalia Esquivel Row 2: Katie Hadley, Angelina Perez, Courtney McGhee, Michael Hernandez Row 3: Chrissy Partin, Christina Haberkorn, Maliri Kelting Row 4: Angela Martinez, Luis Maldonado, Samuel Cruz Row 5: Daniel Lan- drum, Brittney Priest, Matthew Cooper, Emmanuel Vasquez Get your ad in the Hendry Glades Real Estate Magazine today! Call Dale or Barb at 863-675-2541 for more information FE _ATUREo HaMElE i n a hop, skip and n.1 jum o .;honnin, and 4io44.4s' aBo,{ 2B libii4444444vd h4.Fi'i:or I ,-iir I: s 1 ie.i county blt 1)t onliv ini tcs iriOm to04",4 $147500 * his sunnig 20+' i te sts!,.' is tril onrt 'of i kind' lh main house' icaturces induadc CES cnstrui'. n, ''vaukl d rtal t wooi d ciibi- n4s 4vh t"hiii ll i1 wci r',.k tpgtraded. litcihent appliances. cir.utiic iki. solid suifarce coumner tops .ind is fkncicd ,and i.ross fenced lor horses. "h--'i is Os a Fis O a .K 'i sqa.'ire :oi iaiantif.i .uc .hat tI. nuk.i 1br Icrct .4 a Igus.U h.ouSc o4cr or a grounds kLCpICr 5 49,900. * Nesllkd under the hks tc usloin ith ,R -, I -, .I u ("dPER COldhAC sprnnkkr system on; priva.- wc4l, dcitached g,tar t and !ots or! Only $229,000. * 'I('. a:t iast .I3R 2Bi hMormn in l.daelic. F ,al' urin4g a ,t o0r pa -, trn tic. tnor- Ot;sid. is i spdius screened poArch. "emn.cd * I ands do, .' i4pc4t4 in mcis hy com.,urison '. 4 his 'R,, 2B c'usI4ton buh.ilh .wo s'onr hlt. Iin<' ho'me s '!oaiUJttk i thi' dfiir-i ]. l B' i A ST, Il , c1.4 A 011 0 * 2 bdrooi hoi in the Rclimontn Suldivision with 2ftill aths & 2 half hatihs. This home also eatiurcs rel, wood kitchen cabinets, breakfast S i i,. roam and family room. Nom 1to og and not to small, Th s one ,i's it di! lor ,n4ly 5129,900 MOBILE iHOME * iBR:2 i lunufacurl'ti honte o,- acres This honm : aturls nitw w xatr system .ind air , .1., UNDER CONTRACT S m 1.i lots imor. T'i on1 iwvont laS. ' only $145,900, * !"' '-r mtry i. ... 4 it is! This gor, I. 'ii, manuiiactu'ed home sits in 2.25- .t i '... and is only minutes front" 'o l ast long $126,900. * iBU2B nmanufatiurecd hooim on 2 45+, acres ',4tui'cs vailted 1;,-. textured sheet rock xa ils, lotI of built in cabihinets, dul sinks in master taith and lots in'r. I ,. I', lo * t 'atim i iving a t its Ixst, in Mulse Ihis s.hiufiloll decorated 1BR:21t hornie, sits on nk'dy l.inilscilixl act IFieanures include a woo"d lbrniing Ilircp!a;e. a large "country litch, '. '1l costs. new capt i a 4c0' I' ., '.,I Miakcaniiappinimentc t. see -his one toda,.v" Asking price is RID(ICED,$123,000. * IBR:21B manufacture home on 2 5'; acres with T nccd nd ., ,. also 7 horse ialls and taLck oom This one is perfect for htrse lovers! On4i $92,900. * *.BR.'2B man1uDctuird homein4 wtih over .700 sqiatrc feet of thing area in limTiokate tiFca;urcs masmtr suite Fnd k'ced ityrd Only $52,500) * 4.58+ biith ,' .. l lcaed nn Case lort to hons. $125,000. * 2 2.5" acrei ;.. parcls in PkMneer. Impos ed pasLure & suitable for minulacturcd or site bilt hliomes $59,900 each. S1.25iacUNW48GWUIl ga25900. 444, t 14 4 4,9 1 * 1 i r ii nI * FIkauti i.2. crE corni r t s inr downtown iBcdle w'gre'iat potential Currently :ond for dipfexor: ..- .. I I : . ing to fllsinss. $79.0)0, * Ovi'rsted corner lot i) l.'nit J)2 on S. tikon. $37,000. * Oversiztdlot in lnit 102 w/oaks. 3I7.000. * I*;, arte residential lotson private road just S. of llkc. Star ing at only $28,000. i CCIuIE'MMRCIAL J * UI+" acre oncd t !c ImmercidaftjsrSouti h o .aBcleh y c y mitswith 175*;- .. ;t, ,. ., on SR29 and frontage on LuFkey Suret Asking S599.900. LIFE IN THE COUNTRY Scrde in with your kids and critters on 375 acres, tucked away on a dead end street, located in a growing communi- ty. 1998 Rcdman Limited manufac. tured home in like new condition. 41R/2BA, master suite includes cozy office big enough for two '. i' size desks, family room features a real stone .fireplace and the kitchen is designed for a family with new appliances, plen' ty of counter space plus an island for extra working area, Property is fenced and cross fenced for horse's and the 3 stall bam includes a iced.tack room Montura Ranch Estat Coninunity Center includes Olympic swimming pool, clubhouse, playground and picnic area. $169,900, Ml .S5204039701 BEAUTIFUl. RANCH STYLE HOME with front porch in booming area of Port 1 I! -H, i ; .i ,1 ,I -.- belt which backs up to Con\girl Way. Great access, close to Hfwy. 80, shop ping and schools. $159,900. NEW CONSTRUCTION IN PORT LABELLE -- Lnit 2 onjay terrace, "Theie Sutton" wxtoral area of 2.040 sq. ft. 311R/2BA, vaulted -. .'-. -.. large living room, spacious kitchen, 2 car garage, range, refrigerator, dishwasher, huge country front porch. Conciete drive- way, landscaped and sodded lawn. $159,900. 2BR.2BA SPLIT PLAN IN COUN- TRY VILLAGE.' .. ..,h.. , dinging room ." I 11 ' screened Ianui. Completely furnished on cul de sac. ATT' NATION CONTRACTORS. HOfMEOWNERS AND BUSINESS OWN RS. Need inlonnriaion on HU.r Zone business *.-..i.., .0.- Enterprise Zone incentives and tax benefits lor businsc,,es, -n 1.1,, contractors and homeowners ol Hendry' Coun'ry? (Come in and see Janer Papinaw. NEW LISTING 40+- acres in Palmndale approx. 25 miles north of. i .,. I.. Zoned "Open L se Agriculkure" Property in Glades C(ounty. $800,000. NE-W LISTING .39,*. acre homesite , K. .h. F ..- I i .\ctes. $32,900. i -. 2 BUILDING LOTS SI DE BY SIDE 2 lots sidc by side in Port l.alelle just 2 miles east of LaBcllc. A wonderful opportunity to own your vwn piece of pristine SWVFI Easy access to Le high Acres, the beaches of the gult and World Class Fishing on Lake Okeechohee. Just 2 niles to the Intercostal Waterway or coast to coast cruising, or off4 shore travel. list to the Bahamas or West to Mexico. Texas. or poini South. Grear inland fishing for World Class Fass or oilF shore Grouper and Snapper to the West and record Bitllfish to the East. 2 lots 1: 160X125 ft., central water. Close to Shopping community. $60,000, MLS.205002774 OLD LUNDY HARI)WARE BUILD- ING and rooming house in historic downtown Moore Haven. Zoned Con(i'icrial, 12 block from the City Dock on the Intercoastal Waterway, Riverwalk Park and across the street from the newly renovated City Library. i. .' ',' ..'r 4 r ,4 ( l,-. or'iginal shelve, display crises and hins from the hardware store. Lots of poten tial. $190,000. MIl.S205010290 PORT I.ABIl.LE1LOTS, PLENTY TO CHOOSI' FROM 2 side hy side lots in Unitr $30,000 coach. Unit 3 $29,900 each on Cadet Circle $10,000 each. Side hy side lots are hard to find! Get them while 4ou can' NIEWV OFFICE SPACEf under con- sleiction in downtown lialellc. \\'iil linish to site. Lease from 1.000 to 4,100o0 < fr. $1,000 to $4,000 per month, Commron Area \Maintenance - $250 to SI,000 per month. contactt "! race Phluge lor details. RIVERSIDE SREA, ESTATE 97 1l xwwxvw.xaIld lriverside.com E-miH l I il. Iiirn.. r.rh ,1* ,iiitInik 'i FOR RENT 3RR/IBA CBS HOME LOCATED ?RR '2 ( \\\r iRONT 1o\1F IN T-nI E CITY I.IMITS. Fixer upper .I .. ,* 1 r ,., pI. month. Call for more details FFATURFS OF THE WEiEK 32o \CRIS \ 'R CFNTI Y R "ilt 1i i -11IR M % ?. -\ i I klI barns, some improved pasture and woods. Jack's llranch runs through property. Located 1/2 mile north of H1wy 720 on Nine Mile Road. S4,800,000. IBRI/BA CBS HOME Recently remodeled, new- cabinets, ceramic tile and new carpet and paint inside and out. $79,900. good investment property., $74,900. . \V \TER FRONT EXOLUISIT I & ELEGANT- GAT1FD 2.75+'- ACRE RIVER- FRONT estate. 'lop quality con, struction and design features soar ming cathedral ,.ii i,.:.- ranitre Marilyn Scars LI'.n .d Real Estate Broker S,, As', VIciatcs a t furif ndriick s, \arpret f' ,r' ''i Y vonnc Poll, (Consuh 'l'oann and SuCzarnc : i kitchen counter tops, security sys-. temrn, custom pool w/caged lanai. 2 1/2 car garage and soft lit walkway to your own private deck. You will enjoy the numerous fountains and ,-,1. sunsets. A must see! $1,500,000. UNDER ). JN 1 RACT 2BR/2BA HOHME ON CANAL W/RIVE J1 walkFout basement4 t,, (? .d duplcxp large open porch overlooks private owned waterway. Dock wielectric and water. $299,900. GORGEOUS 10 ACRE RIVER- FRONT PROPERTY[ One of the few riverfront parcels on the market. -i- *i7, i.4r [0 acresis very unique .. I..,. fronting on the beauti ful Cai.oosahatchee River. Enjoy endless views from the raised river- bank. $1,600,000. Owner will sell 5 acres for $800,000. HOMES IN THE CITY GREAT BUSINESS POTENTIAL! Locatecd very close to I lvS 80 and Court House. 3,5o0 .0 ft. .CBSbrick home has perfect office floor plan plus an attached cdiiciency apart- iment. $349,000. PO)SSIrI F I 'ILR lin I sINfIS POTENTIAL! Two CBS homes located in downtown LaBelle on corner of Main and Park Ave. $250,000. UNDER CONTRACT 2BRiI.5 BA CBS HOME situated on I-. .11'.aii tree covered oversized lot w/private setting in the city. $95,000 I \Nlv N CONTRACT 3BR/IBA DOUBLEWIDE MOBIl E HtIMI-r i HI If l on quiet street. Many upgrades including newx roof shingles, new air condi- tioner and new exterior siding. $64,900. ti \ ll rT\"A (~ilTZ TR ITIONi RR AN I i \\ epy 1iR PLAN ,WR _2PTl U,.Jf,. on private wooded lot close to town and schools. $149,900. NFW\ CO'iTRI ACTION T-I OMF 3BR/2BA HOME VW/SPL1T FLOOR PI AN. Cathedral ceilings; Located close to town and schools. $144,900. UNDER CONTRACT! ", k'\ l' p 'l ( lh l'' RR *'i \ TIME WV/OPEN + SPILT FIOOR PLAN situated on becautiftl lot. $129,900. UNDER CONTRACT 3~R/2BA DOUBLEWIDE ACREAGE/1,0TS MOBILE HOME ON 1/2 ACRE.. 1.980 ACRE RANCH! Peace and Cathedral eeilings, family room uict at it's het! Nicely wooded breakfast bar, large back porch and c fenced yard,. Located on tccld road property w. some improved pasture, approx. 3 miles south 'of LaBelle. fenced cabin, $2,650 per acre. $89,000. UNDER CONTRACT BRR/IBA MOBRl F TETHOkF IN ,i,--x,: F ,,Fi ,/- ,-,,C NU XN11#1 F RIVER OAKS SUBDIVISION. Sit on your ,' nt -,.'w '! :d view the Caloosalh 11 4 cross the street Ir,, Digome. This partially furnished singlewide mobile home is close to communtrv boat ramp. $55,000. HOMES ON ACREAGL ONF OF A KIND Custom built 3BRR/3'1/21A cedar stone home on 8.58+/ acres covered with tons of large oaks. Perfect home for enter training features stone heatIed pool and spa wv/2 waterfalls, custom pool lighting, screened lanai tiki bar w\Isurround sound and su ndcck. Interior features portclain tile throughout the fir't floor, >tone fire- place, movie theater room set up v.il00" screen and surround sound, wood floors upstairs, game room ' I' ir and much more. Thi> home is a must see! $1,200,000. NFWLY REMODEI ED 3BR/2BA HOME surrounded by oaks on one acre. Custom wood cabinets throughout, large master bedroom + screen porch. $194,900 INCOMI.t/i1i- i'tNJ'LPRODU.INGI MOBILE'.)I ,L ItOME LOT. Zoned for mobile home R(;-2\ call for details. $24,900. 10 ACRF'S x/oak hammock on paved road. Great huy!! $120,000. UNDER CONTRACT! PORT I ABmil.I: LOTS available in units 2 3 8. Call for details. $25,000 each. COMMERCIAl BUSINESSS POTENTIAL TURN-KEY OPERATION with chclk., miana.cr and wait stall in place. stahlished 1 ;0- seat restaurant locat ed in the heart of LaBellc. Great busi- ness opportunity. $115.000. COMMERCIAL PROPERTY in the city of ILaBelle with frontage on .eec and Missouri St. Perfect place to locate your business at a reasonable price S100,000. UNDER CON- TRACT ef :g ., ",. ,If '-- t'- g _ If yo 0 e ti.inking of buying or selling, give us a call! i.,ii ,[i iiado Tull graduates from basic training Army National Guard Pvt. Timo- tice, physical fitness, first aid, Army thy N. Tull has graduated from history, core values and traditions, basic combat military training at and special training in human rela- Fort Sill, Lawton, OK. tions. During the eight weeks of train- He is the son of Julie and Don E. ing, the soldier studied the Army Tull of LaBelle and nephew of mission and received instruction in an nephew of drill and ceremonies, rifle marks- Debbie and David Robinson of manship, weapons, map reading, Clewiston. tactics, armed and unarmed comrn- Tull is a 1997 graduate of bat, military courtesy, military jus- LaBelle High School. I a 4D - f Caloosa Belle, Thursday, March 17, 2005 8 Engagements Arias/Garcia to wed Walter B. and Patricia A. Cleet of LaBelle are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter Wendy G. Arias to Jimmy Garcia of LaBelle. The prospective bride- groom is the son of the late Patri- co Garcia and ErLinda Hernandez of Immokalee. The wedding is planned for May 22, 2005 at the Captain Hendry House in LaBelle. Courtesy photo Wendy G. Arias, Jimmy Garcia Bowen, Beck engaged Alan and Charlene Bowen of LaBelle and Carol Beck of Moore Haven are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Christina Ann to Matthew Robert Durno. He is the son of Joe and Debbie Durno of LaBelle. The couple is planning to wed in the spring of 2006. They would also like to invite family and friends. Boo Boo's Riverhouse has your favorites Who would have thought! Bob Smith, AKA Boo Boo, and known locally as the 'helicopter man' of Colony Helicopters would be in his own restaurant kitchen cooking his famous beef brisket? He says he loves 90 percent of the restaurant busi- ness. He just doesn't want to talk about the other 10 percent! Bob bought the old Wran- gler's Reef Restaurant on High- way 80 in March of 2004, mostly as an investment. He and his late wife, Millie, moved to LaBelle with daughter, Nicole, in Octo- ber of 1971. He remembers those old days in LaBelle with the one blinking traffic light, White's Restaurant and waiting over a year to get a telephone installed. Yes, those were the days! Bob wanted a nice place to enjoy a good meal, have a drink and meet people close to home. He never dreamed he would be running his own restaurant. With encouragement and some help from friends he man- aged to pull it all together. Reno- vations have been made to the -' : Staff photo/Donna Meister Bob Smith invites you to visit his newly opened restaurant on Highway 80 in LaBelle. interior and exterior, including new air conditioning, a new kitchen, new windows, a new outdoor patio area for smokers and a new bar. Bob has accom- plished much in a short time. Redecorating the interior, with more to be done, has kept Bob constantly busy even though he has over 46 employees to cook, serve, clean and maintain the 4,000 square foot, 280-seat restaurant. Customers have been extremely appreciative to Bob for opening such a great family place to dine and meet with friends in LaBelle. The ladies give him a hug and the men shake his hand. "That makes it all worth it," Bob says. Favorite lunch items are: Reuben sandwiches, made with corned beef, turkey or grouper and the wraps. Dinner favorites are: Bob's famous smoked beef brisket, baby back ribs that fall off the bone, grouper and other seafood dishes and a large vari- ety of Italian dishes. There are also lots of salads to choose from. Included with dinner is the salad bar that is fresh, with just the right assortments and dressings. A Big Boo Boo baked "badaduhs" that are over one pound each with plenty of real' butter and sour cream could be a meal in itself. And, of course, plenty of fresh Italian bread. If you like a menu with lots of variety, extra large servings, a great salad bar and a comfort- able pleasant atmosphere, then Boo Boo's Riverhouse Restau- rant will be your new favorite place to dine in LaBelle. Boo Boo's is open seven days a week, with breakfast served on Saturday and Sunday. Hours are; Monday through Thursday 11' a.m. until 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. and Sunday's from 11 a.m. until 8p.m. 'No blind mice,' thanks to UF scientists University of Florida stem cell scientists reported today (Jan. 3) that they have prevented blind- ness in mice afflicted with a con- dition similar to one that robs thousands of diabetic Ameri- cans of their eyesight each year. Writing in the current issue of the Journal of Clinical Investiga- tion, researchers describe for the first time the link between a protein known as SDF-1 and retinopathy, a complication of diabetes and the leading cause of blindness in working-age Americans. Scientists explain how they used a common antibody to block the formation of SDF-1 in the eyeballs of mice with simu- lated retinopathy, ending- the explosive blood vessel growth that characterizes the condition. Researchers effectively silenced SDF-I's signal to activate nor- mally helpful blood stem cells, which become too much of a good thing within the close con- fines of the eyeball. "SDF-1 is the main thing that tells blood stem cells where to go," said Edward Scott, an asso- ciate professor of molecular genetics at the UF Shands Can- cer Center and director of the Program in Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine at UF's College of Medicine. "If you get a cut, the body makes SDF-1 at the injury site and the repair cells sniff it out. The concentra- tion of SDF-1I is higher where the cut occurs and it quickly dissi- pates. But the eye is such a unique place, you've got this bag of jelly the vitreous - that just sits there and it fills up with SDF-1. The SDF-I doesn't break down. It continues to call the new blood vessels to come that way, causing all the prob- lems." Diabetic retinopathy causes 12,000 to 24,000 cases of blind- ness each year, according to the American Diabetes Association. What happens is high blood pressure and blood sugar levels associated with diabetes cause leaks in blood vessels within the eye and hinder the flow of essential chemicals. The eye compensates by growing new blood vessels, which clog the eye and cause even more leaks. Damage occurs to the retina, gradually destroying its ability to capture images. UF researchers analyzed samples of the vitreous gel taken from the eyeballs of 46 patients undergoing treatment for dia- betic eye disease, including 24 patients with retinopathy. They found SDF-1 in each of the patients, with the highest amounts detected in patients with the worst cases. No traces of SDF-1 were found in the vitre- ous samples of eight nondiabet-. ic patients who were treated for other ailments. With the hypothesis that SDF- 1 is at the heart of the problem, scientists tested to see whether the addition of the protein would call stem cells and spur extraordinary blood vessel growth in the eyeballs of 10 lab- oratory mice. They succeeded, creating mice with retinopathy- like conditions. Then, as a treat- ment, scientists injected an SDF- 1 antibody directly into the afflicted.eyes. The antibody - which is simply another protein that binds to the SDF-1 dis- abled SDF-1's ability to summon stem cells, effectively halting the growth of almost all new blood vessels, said Jason M. Butler, a graduate student in the Interdis- ciplinary Program in Biomedical Sciences and a member of the research team. Scientists next want to test the technique in monkeys, and if it continues to be successful, to test the therapy in human clini- cal trials, said Scott, the senior author-of the paper. The Nation- al Institutes of Health funded the research in mice. The study in primates will involve support from RegenMed, an Alachua, Fla.-based company founded by Scott and other UF researchers to bring biomedical therapies to the marketplace. "The scientific community and pharmaceutical companies have a long track record of being able to develop antibody- based therapy in things like snake anti-venoms," Scott said. "This isn't a new and unproven technology. This is something that can be rapidly adapted and brought to market." Scientists said they still need to find. a way to anchor the anti- body to a molecule large enough so it can do its SDF-1- blocking work in the vitreous but will be unable to penetrate the retina. They envision a thera- py that will involve routine injec- tions of the substance into a patient's eye. "It could potentially be a treatment option," said Dr. Maria Grant, a professor of phar- macology and therapeutics in UF's College of Medicine who participated in the research. "Current therapy for severe dia- betic retinopathy is use of lasers that destroy parts of retina that are not needed for precise vision in order to improve oxygen delivery to the parts of the retina that are needed for detailed vision. Intraocular delivery of agents that block SDF-1 repre- sent an excellent and less destructive alternative." The research sheds light on the mechanisms of diabetic retinopathy and the various functions of SDF-1, said Nadir Sheibani, an assistant professor of ophthalmology and visual sci- ence at the University of Wis- consin-Madison Medical School. "Many factors are at work during retinopathy and it's important to understand each of them," Sheibani said. "It's inter- esting that the researchers show how SDF-1 changes the levels of a protein called occludin, which affects junctions between cells that line the blood vessels. It helps explain why the blood vessels become leaky and edema develops during diabetic retinopathy." 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The two Rotary Clubs will be dis- tributing Medical Contact Informa- tion packets in a magnetic plastic pouch, which can be attached to the refrigerator for seniors in Hendry County. The form is intended to list all their medications, medical condi- tions, emergency contacts and. Medicare/Medicaid information, which would be helpful to EMS personnel should they need to pro- vide medical help at home or in transport for the patient. An announcement will be made later providing locations and times of availability for these free information packets. JV baseball is off to a rough start By Roger Alexander The junior varsity baseball team has gotten off to a rough start as they have dropped three straight games to open the sea- son. Still, the coaches are not pan- icking. They know it will take some time for this team to gel. "We are a very young team and are still going through the struggles of learning to play together. We are improving with each game though," Coach Josh Parrish said. He added that it will also take some time to learn the new style of coaching. It is a little different than what most of the boys are used to. In their opening game of the season they fell to Glades Day by a 3-1 margin. The boys started off a little slow and picked things up toward the end of the game, but it wasn't enough. Ryan Christy and Freddy Robbins shared time on the mound and gave up just one earned run; the other two came off errors. The Bishop Verot game saw the team give up too many runs on errors. The starting pitching was good as Jessie Hubbard made Verot hit the ball. The defense wasn't up to task, though, and the team fell 8-0. The final game of the week saw the Cowboys take on Golden Gate. Things started off well for the team as Robbins connected on an infield hit that scored a run. LaBelle led for a short time and then Golden Gate rattled off 13 straight runs. The Cowboys will look to turn things around this week as they travel to Clewiston and then to Verot. Cowboys are struggling By Roger Alexander The Cowboy baseball team fell to 0-4 this past week with losses to Bishop Verot and Golden Gate. The problem isn't so much with the opponents as it is the miscues of the Cowboys. After trailing just three runs after five innings to the Vikings, the Cowboys committed five errors that cost them 12 runs. The final score was 19-4. "It sounds crazy, but we really played well the first five innings and then the roof caved in. We left the bases loaded twice with being down just three runs. We can't make that many mistakes and still win games," Coach Dunbar said. Overall, the Cowboys commit- ted eight errors and left 12 runners stranded on bases in the early innings. The Cowboy pitching also gave up eleven walks to add to things. Offensively, the Cowboys were led by Arturo Alvarez as he went 2- for-2 with an RBI and a sacrifice bunt. Chris Lopez also played well as he had a solo home run and walked twice. LaBelle traveled to Naples on Friday and came up short in a 5-0 loss. Blake Basquin took the mound for the Cowboys and pitched really well as he gave up just two earned runs while allow- ing five hits. He started off a little shaky as he walked a few runners_ but settled down and kept Golden Gate off balance most of the night. Coach Dunbar praised Basquin after the game as he said that it was his best performance by far this season. The Cowboys tried to get things started in the third inning as Matt Bell and Lopez both hit two out sin- gles. Alvarez then lined a ball that looked like it might score some runs, only to see Golden Gate's 6 foot 7 inch first baseman make a diving catch to end the inning. "I see signs of improvement but we have got to stay mentally and physically tough. We have a very inexperienced pitching staff so we need to make up for that with the bat and sound defense," Dunbar said. The Cowboys will look to get things rolling this week as they trav- el to Clewiston and then on to Bish- op Verot on Thursday evening. On Saturday they will host St. Alvins out of Washington, D.C., at 12 p.m. I J.D. and Son Plumbing, Inc. Se Habla Espafiol Free Estimates General Plumbing Remodeling Bath & Kitchen Repair New Construction (863) 675-1493 Fax (863) 675-1943 Licensed, Insured & Bonded CFC-1426207 AROUND r CONSTRUCTION & ROOFING, INC. COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL * Re-Roofs * Shingles * Metal .. ... ' < Lic#RB2900310 O5 Remodeling Concrete * All types of construction OFFICE: 863.675.6321 FAX: 863.675.3967 HEDR COUNTY) ~ Doug/ Roscoe 863-675-0388 Complete Auto & Truck Repair Staff photo/Donna Meister Blood donors are special Front right: Arlene Angel of LaBelle Woods Resort and North Carolina, has her blood drawn by Barbie Brister. Technician John Hendrick attends to Ann Clauson of Whisper Creek Campground and Maryland. Jane Slater from the SWFL Regional Blood Center reports that 60 peo- ple participated in the recent blood drive held at the Amer- ican Legion Hall, with 54 units drawn. The ladies from the Moose Lodge provided a great lunch for all the volunteers. Kristie Vanhouten won the door prize: breakfast for four from Bridge Street Cooffee and Tea Company. The Storm falls to Orange County Falcons, 14-8 This past weekend The Storm played a hard-fought battle against the undefeated Orange County Fal- cons, but came up short to get the victory. The first quarter started as a battle of the defense, until the Storm struck first with a 60-yard run up the sideline by Brandon Battles (28) to set the Storm up for a one- yard touchdown by Brandon Rimes (12). The touchdown was capped off with a two-point con- version by Brandon Battles, (28) that put the Storm up 8-0. During the second quarter the Falcons struck back on a 15-yard touch- down pass to put the score. 8-6. Sports Briefs Attention airboaters Big Lake Airboat Club, Inc., will have a meeting at 9 a.m. Saturday, March 26, at the Alvin Ward Boat Ramp in Moore Haven. After the meeting they will be going for a run to Observation Island and have lunch (bring your own). They will then take a ride to the Monkey Box and around. Anyone interested in joining the club is invited to come out. Register for Lee County Archers The Lee County Archers are reg- istering new participants. The fol- lowing events take place at the Nalle Grade County Park Range in North Ft. Myers: Thursday, March 17, at 7 p.m., monthly membership meeting and 20 Yard Target League. Sunday, March 20, 3D targets and a station N.F.A.A. field course. Sign up 8-8:30 a.m.; shotgun start at 9 a.m. A $10 shooting fee applies. On Sunday, April 3, at 9 a.m.- 900 Round Event. All skill levels are wel- come. Call President BenrBrown at 239-369-6212 for further details. New 5-Year fishing license The 5-year freshwater fishing license promotion is under way. The first 3,000 anglers to upgrade to a 5-year freshwater fishing license will receive via mail a package with approximately $80 worth of hooks, line, lures, magazine and premium items. Please check the website at http://www.myfwc.com/Fish- ing/5YR-2005.html for valid offer details which includes an image of the package contents and link to a list of the items contained in the package. If your license hasn't expired, you can always postpone the start- ing date for a new 5-year freshwater fishing license by up to 60 days, and as long as you buy before the 3,000 limit is reached you will receive your package. Check the website to see if you are in the first 3,000. Their two- point conversion attempt failed by the Falcons. At the end of the first half the score was 8- 6. The start of the third quarter was a good battle for both teams, but both teams came up scoreless. Going into the fourth quarter the score was Storm 8, Falcons 6, until the last four minutes of the fourth, when the Falcons' running back broke out down the sideline to score a touchdown and put the Fal- cons up 12-8. The two-point con- version was good, upping the score to 14-8. The Storm tried to fight back with one minute and five sec- SHERRI AND BONNIE DENNING WHEN YOUR HOUSE IS BEING SHOWN What should you do when a Realtor comes by your home accompanied by potential buyers? It is better for you to go for a walk or run an errand when your home is being shown, even though you know more about your house than anyone and may be afraid that the agent will overlook something important. Your presence will have an impact on the agent's ability to work with buyers. Prospective buy- ers need to feel comfortable about giving the agent feed- back about your home, but this dialogue can be easily interrupted. Your presence during a showing may make you appear anxious to sell, giving the buyer the impres- sion that he can buy the house for much less than your asking price. Your most important con- tribution is to keep your home in prime showing condition so that the Realtor can maximize every showing opportunity. Sherri's daughter, Bonnie, a C.P.A., brings her expertise to form a dynamic team ready to serve all your real estate needs. For professional advice on all aspects of buying or selling real estate, contact Bonnie or Sherri at Southern Land. Call 863-675-4500 Sq gth > LaBelle, FL ha er'-io e-mail: sherri@soland.conm onds left on the clock, but came up short. Game highlights: leading rusher Brandon Battles (28) had 6 carries for 74 yards and 2 tackles; Marcus Tolan (36) had 9 carries for 38 yards; and Brandon Rimes (12) went 4-6 for 68 yards in the air and one rushing touchdown. The main target was Marcus Mitchell (5) with 4 catches for 68 yards. On the defensive side, Dedrick McClain (4) had 6 tackles and 4 punts for 145 yards. Maurice McClain (34) had 5 tackles; Roder- ick Cochran'(89) had 4 tackles and one interception. That interception r ----- -------------* SPORTS FANS! IBET You DIDN'T KNOW Brought to you by Lori Langford As any college basketball fan I knows, the Atlantic Coast Conference I I is the top of the heap, and the annual I I ACC tournament is unmatched in tra- I I edition, spirit and skill. So imagine I how much fun Marvin (Skeeter) Francis has had since the tournamentI began in 1954, because he's been courtside for every single one of them. When it began, Skeeter was a sports- writer for the Durham Mornin'g Herald. He moved on to become the ACC's director of media relations, and since 1990 he's been at the scorer's table serving as the TV-timeout coor- dinator. At age 82 for the 2005 affair, Skeeter is believed to be the only per- son to have attended every one of the ACC's first 51 tournaments. Speaking of relationships lasting I more than 50 years, consider Temple I sports information director Al Shrier, I who began his job immediately after I graduating from the university, in 1 1953, making him the longest tenured SID in college athletics. Shrier was acknowledged for his service with his very own bobblehead doll, which was given away at a 2005 game against Xavier. But get this-in honor of his longevity, Shrier's doll was given to the first 1,500 fans age 50 years and older. I *I Carnegie, PA, just outside of I Pittsburgh, is the birthplace of Hall of I Famer Honus Wagner, considered the I I greatest shortstop in baseball history. I I At the beginning of 2005, the mayor of Carnegie announced plans for a Honus Wagner Museum. According to the Hall of Fame, there are four other museums devoted to baseball legends. Can you name them, and do you know where they're located? 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( I U' ft -4 Ow 4 I - 0 S A .. .: , /i t" ^' *"-- J .- : ,, ,;. f .? ; : o ;. : : , fl4 4 f/^ \,S 15^ d K; I I Pt V i Ai p t- *i '*- **" .3 / '^ I J 12 Caloosa Belle, Thursday, March 17,2005 The Seas that Mourn, saga of real heroism From his home on Merritt Island off Florida's East Coast comes Patrick Smith's "treasure" to read- ers far and wide. A relatively small book, The Seas That Mourn tells a large and vital story. Mr. Smith him- self is a literary treasure to the state . of Florida as well as to the entire South. In 1942 alone German U-Boats sank almost four million gross reg- istered tons of Allied shipping con- voying goods and war supplies to the war ravaged European conti- nent, Britain and North Africa. Sev- ering these vital shipping routes by destroying the convoys could have altered the course of World War Two and changed subsequent his- tory. The men who made the Allied convoys sail were paid little, yet they risked all. Their deeds and sac- rifices have long gone unsung. In his novel, "The Seas That Mourn," Florida's award winning author and former merchant sea- man Patrick Smith tells their story as only he can. His book's central character, Jimmy Kindall, heeds the call to service. Leaving college, his sweetheart, family and friends, he joins the Merchant Marine in 1942 and sets out on a life-chang- ing adventure. These adventures as related by Patrick Smith are alive with details, so much so that the reader rides the violent sea with young Kindall and his shipmates and eventually hears the sea that mourns. Al Burt, former Miami Herald columnist and award winning author, says: "In The Seas That Mourn, Pat Smith does for the Mer- chant Marine what his previous novels have done for Florida Crack- ers. Flourishing his decency and humanity, as always, he has come through with another fine book for Smith collectors. Harold E. 'Bud' Schmidt, Sr., WWII Merchant Seaman says: "The Seas That Mourn" is down to earth and brings to life the happen- ings that most Merchant Seamen went through in WWII. They were truly the forgotten heroes. I urge everyone to consider reading this book." Mr. Smith was awarded the title JiDJMDI musi At the ARCENEAUX THRIFT STORE and Tax Service 339 Hickpoochee Ave. LaBelle, FL 863-675-0948 Fresh Produce Available S -- 5N ".I The Seas that Mourn tells the story of WWII merchant marine seamen. of "Most Famous Living Floridian" by the Florida Historical Society in 2002. In 1999 he was inducted into the Florida Artists Hall of Fame. He has been nominated three times for the Pulitizer Prize and in 1999 he was inducted into the Florida Artists Hall of Fame. His lifetime work was nominated for the 1985 Nobel Prize for Literature and since then he has received five additional nominations. ' For more information on The Seas That Mourn, call Barbara Oehlbeck at 863-675-2771 or e- mail her at doco@strato.net WE'VE MOVED!! Depot Insurance has moved to 100 EAST LINCOLN AVE. SUITE A LABELLE 863-675-5008 S.~ MARY BUONO Agent/0wner S- TaIfioat onANA JAIMES Agent/Office Manager I's just a ''; location else has . Same great service and ... ". '..... welcome you! 's not just what we do. It' who we are. , W Technicians Randy's Garage, Inc. | Your Local ACDelco Car Care Center 675-1032 737 S. Bridge St.* LaBelle S serving thi area for over 10 years. Glades county gardeners are strong and steadfast L ABELLE'S FURNITURE CLEARANCE CENTER The Community of LaBelle and it's surround- ing areas, have supported Blocker's Home Furnishings for 30 years. The Blocker Family would like to say Thank You. In doing so, our LaBelle Showroom will now become your Furniture Clearance Center. This will enable our customers to own quality name brand fur- niture that Blockers is known for. Savings from 50 to 80% off. 359 W Hickpoochee Ave LaBelle 675-2132 Anyway you look at it, the Glades County Garden Club is exceptional, not because it's the only one in the entire county, but rather because of its longevity and accomplishments. It was in 1976 that the organization was founded by Mrs. Tina Elliot and it's been growing ever since. Mrs. Elliot spoke briefly at the March meeting elaborating on the club's beginning with high praise for the loyalty of the members and their accomplishments for nearly a quarter century. Naturllr the nrnl m hac onnn many projects in various loca- tions in and near Moore Haven. Some of these include planting memorial trees throughout the county, planting around the Moore Haven welcome sign and the yearly project of giving all fifth graders in West Glades and Moore Haven Elementary schools individual plants for them to nurture over a period of time. At a later date club mem- bers judge the care and growth of the plants making appropriate recognition for those with the biggestt and best". Also. the stu- most outstanding annual meet- ing took place at the home of Larry and Neva Luckey on Mar- shall Field Road at which time new officers and committee chairmen were announced. A brief swearing in ceremony took place with the honorable Judge Kirby Sullivan officiating. The meeting was far more than a "finger food and tea" event. It was typically a true Glades County Barbecue with all the trimmings in the Luckey's patio garden under towering oaks president Harry Raboldt. Other officers include Richard Thatcher, Treasurer, Dot Barry, Secretary, Diana Winiecki, Corresp6nding Secretary, Jean Atakian Record- ing Secretary. Members at large are Larry Luckey and Ester Kackley. This is one of the few garden clubs of its kind that promotes the membership of both women and men. The club also takes regular field trips and a month'ry newslet- ter keeps members up to date on the organization's activities. MPeotins are hold the first L. RIVERHOUSE (*RESTAURANT & CHEER* OPEN EASTER SUNDAY CALL FOR RESERVATIONS Ilyf Lll.. it 1g UUI, ( I.O 5'II -5.. p1 1 -'.-1.. .... .,I L.... ...'.. lI. g'IVl.t. LI ... I I'S'a '. l L I. S . through some difficult times but dents keep their plants and each After serving as the club's Tuesday of each month from -_, ST. PATRICKi S PARTY the backbone of the club has one receives a certificate of par- president for four terms, which is October through May, and, as of CORN BEEF remained strong and steadfast in ticipation. eight years, Diana Winiecke this year, two summer meetings its mission as is demonstrated by On March 11 perhaps the turned the gavel over to the new will be held in July and Sept. CABBAGE & POTATOES KARAOKE THURS NIGHT Hayes appointed general manager of Citrus Belle FROM 8 TO 11 PM Chuck Harvey, division vice as engineering manager for Tropi- degree in business administration ages for bulk, retail and foodser- KARAOKE president of DUDA's Citrus Belle cana. Ten years later he joined from Florida Metropolitan Un.iver- vice customers. Citrus Belle is part IFritday & Saturda\ 8 to lldnight h juice processing operation, is FMC Food Technology, which sity. His undergraduate degree is of DUDA's fully integrated citrus pleased announce the appoint- builds and supplies citrus machin- in mechanical engineering, which operations. DUDA is a diversified ment of Ralph Hayes as general ery and equipment. In 1995, he he earned at LaSalle University. agribusiness headquartered in DAILY LUNCH manager of Citrus Belle. was named vice president of oper- A native of Steubenville, OH, Florida with primary agricultural & DINNER SPECIALS I'l T-+__F- (- '..- _-T70A TT: l-A I &D NNER SPECIALS "We are fortunate to have a person of the caliber and experi- ence of Ralph.in this position," Harvey said. "Ralph has built his career in Florida's citrus industry." Hayes began his career in 1977 auons ior golden em Growers. In 2002, Hayes returned to FMC as senior account manager. He holds a Ph.D. in business management from LaSalle Uni- versity. He received a master's Hayes served in the U.S. Army. He is married and he and his wife, Emily, have one daughter, Vicky. Citrus Belle, located in LaBelle, processes frozen juice concen- trate and a wide range of bever- operations in Forida, Calitornia, Texas, Arizona and Georgia. The family-owned company is a major grower, shipper and marketer of fresh and processed fruits and vegetables. Drink Specials in the bar! CASABLANCA HOMES THE LABELLE MODEL STARTING AT $104,900 HURRICANE STRENGTH 235 MPH WALL SYSTEM MANY FLOOR PLANS TO CHOOSE FROM DUPLEX STARTING AT $199,900 '.. Avenue L Bele Glad --3- ^i New 2005 Mercury Mountaineer -. $299. 00 a month * .: :800573-7983 www.gladesmotors.com -3 Ll.ath R.,d Carpet Le M t-a. 12' Cr mll' F r yE WAC IC"-1 .3! MSRF 30.0?55 x) PFui i-,T ird fll je lk t rntua all Irbotm. I I Caloosa Belle, Thursday, March 17, 2005 12 Caloosa Belle, Thursday, March 17, 2005 13 Edison College president receives national award Kenneth P. Walker, District President of Edison College and Founder of the C(ommunity Col- lege Baccalaureate Association (CCBA), was honored with the organization's Pioneer Award at the CCBA Fifth Annual Interna- tional Conference in New York last week. The Pioneer Award is present- ed annually to an individual who has taken the lead in improving access to postsecondary educa- tion in the United States and Canada. The award's name rec- ognizes that such leadership required the same bravery and tenacity exhibited by early set- tlers in the United States and Canada, "Expanding access to four year degrees has been a passion throughout my career in higher education," said Walker. "The CCBA has experienced tremen- dous growth since its inception five years ago, and the number of community colleges now offer- ing baccalaureate degrees in areas of demonstrated need is indeed rewarding." Deborah L. Floyd, professor at Florida Atlantic University, was the first recipient of the organiza- tion's new Contribution Knowl- edge Award, presented in recog- nition of research, publications and presentations about com- munity colleges and baccalaure- ate models that have contributed greatly to shaping conversation about this emerging movement. Floyd spearheaded the writing and publishing of The Commu- nity College Baccalaureate, the first comprehensive book on the subject, Walker served as an edi- tor and contributing author The purpose of the CCBA is to promote better access to the baccalaureate degree on com- munity college campuses, and to serve as a resource for informa- tion on various models for accomplishing this purpose. Members believe that every per- Edison College official announces retirement son should have an opportunity ient, accessible and affordable. to pursue the baccalaureate For additional information, visit degree at a place that is conven- www.accbd.org. -- Read Together, Florida March April 2005 S Essay Contest for Middle School www.VolunteerFloridaFoundation.org H 0 0 T ,ponsoredbi WiN Washington Mutual .lames A. Slusher, Edison Col- lege's District Executive Vice President and Lee Campus Pres- ident, has announced his retire- ment after 26 years of services to the College. Slusher came to Edison Col- lege in 1979 from the University of Georgia in Athens. Following a year of service as chairman of the applied sciences division, he was named vice president for administrative services and, in 1992, vice president for opera- tions and Lee Campus president. In 1997 he was named executive vice president and in 2000, exec- utive district vice president. District President Kenneth P. Walker lauded Slusher's dedica- tion over the years. "Jim Slusher has been my stalwart colleague during the past 14 years and has played a major role in the growth, development and improvement of Edison Col- lege," said Walker. "I will miss him very much." Slusher said his plans include expanding 'his volunteer work which provides "great personal satisfaction," including support- ing the Ruth Cooper Center where he serves as a member of the board of directors. "Edison College has had an identity in the State of Florida of being the best, and it just keeps getting better. I look forward to taking full advantage of what I've learned at the College and applying it to the future that ties ahead," said Slusher. Edison College announces executive appointment CASH NOW FOR STRUCTURED SETTLEMENTS, ANNUITIES and INSURANCE PAYOUTS (800) 794-7310 J.G. Wentworth means CASH NOW for Structured Settlements! District President Kenneth P. Walker has announced the appointment of Robert R. (Bob) Jones as District Executive Vice President and Lee Campus Pres- ident of Edison College. The College serves approximately 16,000 credit seeking students in its five county district through campuses in Fort Myers, Punta Gorda and Naples, and a center in LaBelle. Jones succeeds James A. Slusher who retired from the post earlier this month. "I am very happy to have someone of this caliber and experience move into this lead- ership role," said Walker. "Jones brings a rare combination .of business acumen and educa- tional industry experience to this position." Jones joined the College in 1991 as vice president and chief financial officer, and served as the interim Collier Campus President in 2003. He holds a bachelors degree in economics and masters degree in business administration from the University of Texas, and is completing a doctorate in edu- cational leadership at -Nova Southeastern University. During his 23 years of higher education experience in Texas, Oklahoma and Florida, Jones served as a professor and dean, and held increasingly responsi- ble positions in fund raising, leg- islative affairs, and finance. Other professional experience includes, Chair of the Florida Community College Council of Business Affairs, accreditation evaluator, and member of sever- al Florida Department of Educa- tion task forces. Current and past community activities include the Lee County Industri- al Development Authority, the Chamber of Commerce of Southwest Florida, and Meals On Wheels. "I find this profession reward- ing to no end," said Jones. "Edi- son College plays a very unique role in this community, one that enriches and helps people turn their lives around for the better through personal and profes- sional learning. It is a privilege to be a part of something so pro- found and to work with such tal- ented and caring people." Jones and his wife, Betsi, a freelance writer, have two daughters. Las Noticias en Espanol Enscribase en program de boxeo Inscribiciones para el program de aficionado "Clase Mundial- Escuela de Boxeo," seran el 20 y 27 de marzo en la tienda Winn- Dixie de 12:00 a 3:00 de la tarde. Las edades seran: Division Junior 8-16 anos; Division senior: 17-34 anos. La registration es $50 que cubre el primer mes de miembro. El program de USA Boxing costara $37.00 por persona, por ano (esto cubre asegurariza y te permit competir en torneos de boxeo). Este dinero sera cobrado 2 semanas despues de que empieze el program el 30 de abril. (Este dinero sera cobrado solo si quieres competir en peleas sancionadas por USA Boxing.) Sera un ambiente de equipo y abra 4 entrenadores con experiencia. Para mas information Ilame a Hugo al tel. 675-1293 en las tardes o pase por la peluqueria "World Class" en 217 Main St. #3 en LaBelle. Venga y sea parte de nue- stro equipo! Sociedad de Cancer Si usted es un paciente que ha sufrido de cancer le tenemos una buena noticia, ahora La Sociedad Americana de Cancer tiene muchos de sus recursos para ayu- dar a toda la comunidad de La Belle. Asociada con Camino Unido (United Way) La sociedad de Can- cer tiene disponibles para los pacientes: pelucas, brasieres artifi- ciales en caso de haber perdido los senos en una cirugia, todo esto es completamente gratis. Todos los servicios que ellos estan ofrecien- do relacionado con los diagnosti- cos de, cancer son gratis tambien. Valerie Thompson Coordinadora de Recursos Familiares de Camino Unido dijo:"El Closet de Regalo que es el nombre de nuestro pro- grama es una maravillosa adicion a nuestros recursos y ayudara a los pacientes a tenerlos sin tener que moverse de La Belle, pero to mas important es que son gratis." Usted puede registrarese en La sociedad American para tener acceso a los programs en el numero 1-888-ACS-2345. El Closet de regalo esta abierto todos los miercoles de 10 a.m. hasta la 1 p.m. Pregunte por los articulos que esta necesitando,si lo que esta buscando ellos no lo puede con- seguir entonces to encargaran a otra parte y usted to recibira despues. El numero de Camino Unido es: 675-8383 y la Oficina General es: 941-627-3000. Ellos saben to que es la enfermedad del cancer y to traumatico de la reha- bilitacion por eso si necesita algo por favor venga y visit Camino Unido en La Avenida Fort Thomp- son 117 donde esta La Sociedad de Cancer que ha venido a La belle ofreciendo esperanza, progress y respuestas para pelear en contra del cancer. Ellos estan aqui para ayudar! Arresto El Sheriff Ronnie Lee anuncio que el 2 de marzo en horas tem- pranas Juan Alberto Maldonado de edad 19 y resident en Immokalee fue arrestado por asalto, conduct criminal, robo, posesion de articulos para proce- sar narcotics y fraude (dio un nombre falso a las autoridades). Aproximadamente a las 12:30 del 2 de marzo La Oficina del Sher- iff mando oficiales a La Calle Vac- aro de La Belle en respuesta a una Ilarnada de robo. La victim, Jorge Martinez descubrio a Maldonado cuando se queria robar su vehicu- lo, hasta el moment en que los Oficiales Ilegaron, Maldonado habia estado peleando con Mar- tinez. Maldonado fue arrestado con unafianzade $12,000. SAVE YOUR VISION MONTH Eye health is intrinsically linked to overall health. Thus Save Your Vision Month, celebrating it's 77th year this March, has taken on a greater prominence in the health world with its emphasis on Healthy Eyes Healthy People. Your eyes are often the best windows to your health. By looking into your eyes, your eye doctor can tell a lot about your general health. For example, did you know that some systemic and chronic diseases, especially dia- betes, can often be detected by an optometrist during a comprehensive eye exam? Since over 33 percent of people with dia- betes don't know that they have it, an eye exam can be the only clue to detecting this potentially life-threatening disease. By dilating the pupil, your eye doctor can see inside your eye using an ophthalmoscope, which lights and magnifies the blood vessels in your eyes. Changes to these blood vessels can signify various stages of diabetic retinopathy. Left untreat- ed, it can cause blindness. For those suffering from diabetes without knowing it, the detection and treatment of this disease can mean relief on many levels. Other eye diseases, like glaucoma, may cause vision damage and eventually blindness without the patient ever experiencing any symp- toms. During a comprehensive eye exam your eye doctor measures the pressure within youy eye and examines the optic nerve in the eye, thereby determining the existence of glaucoma. Save Your Vision Month raises awareness among the general pub- lic and targets at-risk groups to remind them of the need for regular, comprehensive eye examinations to detect eye health problems, gen- eral health issues and.vision difficulties. If you have any questions regarding eye health or problems with vision, please call F 111 Eye Care at 863-675-0761. Concerned About Your Child's Education? Register now for the 2005-2006 school year! COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL NURSERY 8th GRADE 1092 E. Cowboy Way, LaBelle (863) 675-3277 Website: www.ccslabelle.com Unlmitd all-bewen yurSprit 0 6 nd omephoes Elementary School * Phonics Reading Program * Traditional Mathematics * Small Classes * Individual Attention * A-Beka Curriculm * Music Program * School Technology * It is now possible to get the best in Private Education for the cost of daycare. * Special rates, discounted for families. * Free before school care, open at 7 a.m. * Bible based curriculum starts at age 2. * We do not discriminate based on race, color, nationality or ethnic origin. Jr. High School * Advanced Math & Science Cirruculm * Small Classes Insure Individual Attention * A-Beka Curriculm * Music Program * School Technology * Bus transportation available from Immokalee & Felda * Accepting job applicaitons for employment, Teachers and a Pre-School Supervisor. We are an equal opportunity employ- Call long. Call often. With Sprint Home & On the Go," you get unlimited calling between your Sprint PCS and home phones. We're helping to'end too-short conversations, minute counting and not getting to say everything you need to say. Now you can talk about things, or not talk about things, for as long as you want. - Sprint, Call 1-877-Sprint-2 or visit sprint.com/home&onthego. Sprint Nationwide PCS Network reaches over 253 million people O'f :hir' it.h-rni- .-r store for dlelails. lerms and conditions apply. Package: Offer requires minimum $29 99 per month Sprint PCS Service Plan Sprint PCS Area-wide Plans are not eligible. Sprint PCS Service Plan 11 1 .1,'; not be combined with other promotions and is subject to change without notice Monthly fees will vary based on plan selected Prices do not include taxes, fees or other -h-5r Must subscribe to all services listed above and maintain good standing on all accounts to continue to receive Sprint Home & On the Go. Restrictions apply Unlimited Sprint PCS to home calling is .i .... ,nj calls directly between your Sprint PCS Phone and your home phone on the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network. Enhanced Services: Terms and conditions apply Visit sprint.com/home&onthego for details Sprint PCS: Nonrefundable $36 activation fee and $150 early termination fee apply Deposit may be required Additional terms and conditions apply See store or visit sprintpcs com for details (c)2005 Sprint. All rights reserved. Sprint and the diamond logo design are registered trademarks of Sprint Communications Company L.P Instead of Daycare, Why Not School? Pre-School Students Read * Caloosa Belle, Thursday, March 17, 2005 14 Turner River Canal closed to fishing Retiring Tommy Chipman, will be retiring from his Hendry Coun- ty position with Building and Zoning after 11 and a half years. His co-workers had a nice luncheon in his honor. He also has spent nine and a half years with the City of Clewiston, seven years as a private contractor and 13 and a half years with General Development Corporation. He will be working part time as a consultant for Country Homes and Land in Port LaBelle, which will leave him plenty of time to do some fishing! FGCU hosts seminar to discuss West Nile Virus The Florida Gulf Coast Univer- sity Biotechnology Seminar Series invites members of the public, healthcare community and media to "Immune System Control of West Nile Virus Infectioh" 3 p.m., Wednesday, March 30 in 268 Whitaker Hall. The free seminar features speaker Michael Diamond, assis- tant professor in the Departments of Medicine, Molecular Microbiol- ogy, and Pathology and Immunol-- ogy at Washington University in St. Louis. Diamond earned a Ph.D. in cell and molecular biology in 1992 and an M.D. in 1994 from Harvard University. Following postdoctoral work at the University of Califor- nia at San Francisco and the Uni- versity of California at Berkeley, Diamond joined the faculty at the Washington University School of Medicine in 2001. . For more information, contact associate professor of biotechnol- ogy Scott F. Michael at (239) 590- 7439 or smichael@fgcu.edu Acting Superintendent Pedro Ramos announced today that effective March 18, the Turner River Canal in Big Cypress Nation- al Preserve, from the bridge on U.S. Highway 41 north along Turn- er River Road to County Road 837 (Upper Wagonwheel Road), will be temporarily closed to fishing. This area is being closed to fishing for public safety and resource protection purposes. The water level in the canal and surrounding areas has receded and alligators and other wildlife are concentrated in pools and stretches where water is deepest. Alligators in these areas may become habituated and/or may act aggressively toward people due to associating anglers with food. Visitors coming to the area to view alligators or other wildlife are exposed to danger when alli- gators expect a ready food source in the form of freshly released fish or fish bait. Fishing will continue to be available within the preserve in numerous other areas where visi- tor concentrations are not as high, and where wildlife/angler interac- tion is not prevalent. Water levels will be monitored regularly and the canal will be reopened to fish- ing as soon as conditions permit. Small business loans available The U.S. Small Business Admin- istration (SBA) reminds busi- nesses owners throughout Flori- da that Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) are still available to small businesses that were economically impacted from Hurricanes Charley, Francis, Ivan and Jeanne. "Small businesses that want to apply for economic injury losses still have time to apply for assistance even though the phys- ical damage deadline has passed," said SBA Disaster Area Director, Michael C. Allen. "Small businesses do not need to have physical damage to be eligible to apply for these loans." Small businesses may apply for a loan of up to $1.5 million if they have suffered substantial economic injury in the after- math of last year's historic hurri- cane season. These working capital loans may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable, and other bills that could have been paid had the disaster not occurred. These loans are not intended to replace lost sales or profits. The interest rate on these loans is 2.9 per- cent, with a maximum term of 30 years. The SBA determines the amount of economic injury, the term of each loan and the payment amount, based on the financial circumstances of each borrower. The deadline to apply for these loans varies by declara- tion. For Hurricane Charley the deadline is May 13. The deadline for Hurricane Frances is June 6. Hurricane Ivan victims have until June 16 and the Hurricane Jeanne deadline is June 27. Vic- tims with economic losses from more than one storm are only required to complete one loan application. Small businesses interested in applying for assistance can visit SBA representatives at any of the remaining federal/state recovery centers, SBA Disaster Outreach Centers (DOCs) or by calling the SBA at 1-800-359-2227. Business loan applications can also be downloaded from the SBA web- site at www.sba.gov/disaster . I unYo rAd St ew d 2x2 Rates Statewide $1200 Regional or national Placement also available Regions: North, South, Central Total Circulation: 1.9 Million 2x4 Rates Statewide $2400 Regional placement also available Regions: North. 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Legion Post 130 hosts ball The American Legion Post 130 of LaBelle was the setting for the Southwestern Area Ball oni Saturday, Jan. 22, 2005. The hall was brightly deco- rated in red, white and blue with plants donated by ACE Hardware as centerpieces for the tables. The plants were later given as door prizes. The Southwestern Area of the American Legion, Sons of the Legion and American Legion Auxiliary consists of the 8th and 13th District, which includes 10 counties. Hendry, Glades, Lee, Collier, Charlotte, DeSoto, Sarasota, Manate, Hardeee and Highlands. Southwestern Area Com- mander Arnold MaKovsky with his wife Noel were seated at the head table along with NES Robert Proctor with his wife Ruth, who is currently serving as National Americanism chair- man for the American Legion Auxiliary, Department Com-. mander Tom Seitzinger with his lady friend Bonnie and Depart- ment Adjutant John Newstreet. NECA Dennis Boland served as Master of Ceremonies. Post 130 Commander Steve Williams welcomed over 100 guests to the gala event. Legion family members traveled from as far north as the Hernando, Bellview, Ciystal River area, as far south as Key Largo and east to Daytona. Department officers attend- ing were Vice Commander Larry White, chaplain Bill Laudert, Historians Paul Mar- tel and Linda Teasley, Sgt. At Arms Oliver Kennedy and Mary Lou Locke, Eastern Area- Commander Joe McNeil, southern Area Bobby Butcher, Central Area Robert Perkins. Also attending were: District Commanders 4th District Phil Harrison, 6th District Phil Har- rison, 6th District Warren Post, 8th District Jim Munson, 13th District William "Cotton" Koser, 15th District Dick Little, SAL 13th District George Tal- bet and Sons of the American Legion NEC Alan Holley; Dis- trict Presidents: 4th District Carol Kaiserian, 8th District Cheryl Munson and 13th Dis- trict Lois McFall; Past Depart- ment Commanders: Chuck Mooreland, Bob Proctor and Dennis Boland; and Past Department Presidents: Ruby Bell, Mary Heenan and Pat Humphreys. The delicious meal pre- pared by Chef Ray Martin and served by the members of Unit 130 was followed by a short program which included a his- tory of the Southwestern Area Commanders and Presidents in attendance beginning with Dorothy Gurnovich ,1987-88, Dennis Boland 1990-91, Mary Heenan 1992-93, Dave Doty 1994-95, Pat Humphreys 1996- 97, Bob Schall and Mary Lou Locke 2000-01 and Arnold MaKovosky 2004-05. A memorial service was held for those that have been called to the higher command. This service included two past Southwestern Area Presidents from Unit 130, LaBelle, Mary Clement and Peggy Boland. The evening concluded with entertainment by Kenny TandWD. Florida Agriculture and Con- sumer Services Commissioner Charles H. Bronson is urging con- sumers to be more vigilant in pro- tecting their personal information following reports of breaches in several national databases. In just the past week, two major data resource companies, ChoicePoint and LexisNexis, have disclosed that hackers were able to access their huge databas- es and obtain personal informa- tion on tens of thousands of con- sumers. The information includes names, addresses, Social Security numbers and other information criminals can use to steal a consumer's identity. "It will take time for the federal government to fully investigate these serious breaches and Con- gress to consider whether more regulation of information brokers is necessary," Bronson said. "Therefore, it is critical that con- sumers not hesitate to check their credit histories for any suspicious activity and take steps to protect their personal information in the future." Identity theft crimes continue to rise, costing consumers and ,businesses about $50 billion every year and damaging the credit rating of thousands of peo- ple. In many cases, consumers don't even realize they have had their identity stolen until they attempt to make a major pur- chase and are rejected by a bank or finance company. Bronson says that is why it is so important to consumers to regularly check their credit information with the three major credit bureaus. Beginning June 1, the major cred- it bureaus are required to provide consumers with one free copy of their credit report annually. Bronson offers these con- sumer protection tips: 1. Mail payments for bills from post office collection boxes. 2. Tear or shred charge receipts, copies of credit applica- tions, insurance forms, physician statements, expired credit cards and credit card offers before dis- carding into the trash. 3. Store Social Security cards, credit cards, cancelled and extra checks, passports and any addi- tional identity documentation in a secure place. 4. Remove extraneous infor- mation such as middle name, phone number, Social Security Number or driver's license num- ber from your checks. 5. Review credit card, tele- phone, cellular phone and bank statements for irregularities and be aware of your billing cycles. Contact creditors immediately if you find a discrepancy. Close all accounts that are no longer need- ed or used. Write the company a letter and ask them to verify, in writing that the account has been closed. 6. Use- passwords on all your accounts. Avoid picking easily deternliined passwords such as birth date, mother's maiden name or last four digits of your Social Security number. 7. Send "opt out" letters to businesses you have a relation- ship with, restricting them from selling, renting, distributing, or exchanging your personal infor- mation. Advise the three major credit bureaus you do not want personal information about you that he may dwell in You-r courts. shared for promotional purposes. To stop receiving pre-approved credit offers, call 1-888 5-optout (1-888-567-8688). Consumers can get the con- tact information of the credit bureaus and learn more about how to prevent identity theft and what to do if they are victimized by visiting the Departinent's web site at http://www -.iiI. u jI i, 1 .'o1 i/idenl tity.html. "BLESSED IS THE MAN" Men's Conference GUEST SPEAKER: EVANELIST EMERSON MORRIS I i Emerson M\oorris hails Iromi Miami, Florida and currently resides in Tampa, Florida where he attended the University of South I lorida (USF). Ilesscd with a four year football scholar ship, in 2002 Em person graduated from USF with a Bachelor's degree in Criminal justice. During his tenure on campus he led S many athletes and students to Christ through his humbling xwiiclerness experience It was during this time that Emerson found the Load. Although, he received a full athletic scholarship he Ldid not pass the SAT, a required college entrance exam. After multiple attempts and to no avail, he found himself in a posi- tion that broke his pride and the strength olf his will. In order to remain at the uni- versity under the demands of his scholarship, Emerson was forced to take out the trash from thirteen floors down; mop, clean the pool and do anything else that was commanded of him while his football colleagues look on. At the age of 25, Emerson was ordained as a minister at Jesus People Ministry in Tampa, Florida under the leadership of Pastor Andre and Nancy Mitchell. Serving faithfully for eight years the Lord has mandated Evangelist Morris to go and win souls for the Kingdom of God. With a passion for people and a deep devotion to God he has taken his Kingdom assignment to the streets of Tampa, Florida by going out into the hedges and by ways and compelling them to come. A demon fighter and soul winner, Emerson Morris, is a dedicated, anointed man of God ready to do the work of the Lord at any cost. Psalm 65:4 NKJV "When you need a service, call a professional!" Only $10.00 per week, per block. 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Box 1796 LaBelle, FL 33975 863-612-9899 FRIDAY, 3/18/05 7:30PM SATURDAY, 3/19/05 9:30AM 8 1 PM Continental Breakfast & Lunch will be provided Please call 863-612-9899 to RSVP BLESSED IS THE MAN You choose and cause to approach You, Alico Board in search of a new independent director LaBelle, Florida, March 11, 2005, Alico, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALCO), an agribusiness company operat- ing in central and southwest Horida, with real estate holdings of approximately 141,000 acres, announced today that its Nomi- nating Committee has retained C. W. Sweet Incorporated, a nation- al executive search firm, to assist in connection with its search to find qualified new independent directors to serve on the Alico Board. Gregory Mutz, chairman of the Nominating Committee stated that "the Nominating Committee of the Alico Board is dedicated to selecting nominees who have demonstrated character and integrity in their professional careers and who will add value to the Company's Board and its business by reason of their expertise, business acumen, interest in the Company and pre- vious business experience and accomplishments." Mr. Mutz noted that the Committee deems it important to have a majority of the Board who meet the inde- pendence requirements of Nas- daq National Market Rule 4200 (A)(15) and at least three of whom meet the requirements of Market Rule 4350(d)(2) relating to qualifications for service on and independence of audit com- mittee members. Additionally, at least one of the nominees must meet the requirements to serve as an Audit Committee Financial Expert as defined in Item 401 (h) of Regulation SK as promulgated by the Securities & Exchange Commission. The Nominating Committee will give preference of consideration to candidates for nominees who possess expertise and or experience in the busi- nesses in which the Company is currently engaged or may engage in the foreseeable future. These businesses include Agri Business, Insurance, Finance and Real Estate Management and Develop- ment. Preference of considera- tion will also be given to persons who have demonstrated strategic planning skills, strong business backgrounds and experience with public company gover- nance. Finally, Mr. Mutz noted that the Committee will also consider the elect ability of potential candidates as a part of its decision making process. Mr. Mutz noted that a share- holder wishing to recommend to the Nominating Committee a candidate for election as a direc- tor must submit the recommen- dation in writing, addressed to the Nominating Committee, care of the Company's corporate sec- retary at the address of the Com- pany's headquarters, P.O. Box 338, LaBelle, Florida, 33975- 0338. Mr. Mutz noted that such recommendations must be sub- mitted prior to March 31, 2005 in order to meet the Company's time table for selecting new nominees. Each nominating rec- ommendation must include the name and the number of shares of Alico, Inc. owned by the shareholder or group of share- holders making the recommen- dation and if such holdings are in street name a certification of beneficial ownership from the record holder, the name, address and telephone number of the proposed nominee, any relation- ships between the recommend- ing shareholder and the pro- posed nominee and the qualifications of the proposed nominee to serve as a director including the qualifications of such nominee to serve on the Audit Committee of the Board of Alico, Inc. under applicable regu- lations of the Nasdaq Stock Mar- ket and the Securities Exchange Commission. The recommenda- tion must also be accompanied Mad cow disease still a public concern Mad cow disease has been back in the news with concerns about Canadian cattle. I checked the Center for Disease Control (CDC) website for an update. According to the CDC, Bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE), widely referred to as "mad cow disease," was first diagnosed in 1986 in Great Britain. The Department continues to work with federal and state partners to conduct surveillance and to pre- vent the introduction of BSE from foreign sources. The CDC website provided the following information about Mad Cow disease. Question: What is BSE? Answer: Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE), referred to in the press as Mad Cow Disease, is a degenerative neurological dis- ease of cattle caused by an abnor- mal protein called a prion. There is strong scientific evidence indicat- ing that BSE can be transmitted to humans causing a variant form of Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (vCJD). There have been less than 200 human cases reported worldwide. The risk to human health from BSE in the United States is extremely low. Question: Is BSE Contagious? Answer: No, it's important to note that BSE is not a contagious disease; spread occur through the ingestion of infected material, gen- erally brain or spinal cord tissue. Question: What has been done to prevent BSE occurrence in the United States? Answer: Since 1989, live rumi- nants have been prohibited entry into the United States from coun- tries that have had cases of BSE. High-risk ruminant materials from these countries have also been prohibited entry. Since 1997, there has been an FDA feed ban to pro- hibit the use of mammalian pro- tein in the production of ruminant feeds. A Healthier - Life A with Katrina Elsken Question: Do we have BSE in the United States? Answer: In December 2003, a dairy cow went down after calving, was tested, and was found positive for BSE in the state of Washington. This is the only case of BSE ever reported in the United States and this animal was traced to a Canadi- an herd that was sold in a herd sale dispersal. Although a coordinated, effective response was made by the cattle industry, and State and Federal officials, public concern nationally and internationally was very high. Good communications deflected a panic here, with little impact on domestic marketing, but many of our markets around the world were closed to U.S. beef, a number of those remaining closed today. Question: If we have had only one case, why increase our test- ing? Answer: There has been a pub- lic outcry for more BSE testing, with the United States being target- ed for criticism. Since the Decem- ber case, an international team of scientists recommended that we do a one-time, large-scale testing effort to detect whether BSE is present in the U.S. cattle popula- tion and, if so, at, what level. In response to this and to further assure the public and our markets, USDA has set a goal of testing more than 250,000 target cattle over an 18 month period. This would detect 1 positive case in a million animals with a 95 percent confidence rate. Florida's goal is to collect 4,000 samples. As of Janu- ary 2005, approximately 189,000 samples from targeted animals have been tested in the U.S. and approximately 1,500 from Florida with no positive results. Question: What animals should be tested? Answer: Target cattle include those over 30 months of age which exhibit at least one of the follow- ing: Downers or non-ambulatory, those able to stand only for brief periods, those with nervous signs, and those condemned, moribund, emaciated and dead cattle. Cattle with nervous signs less than 30 months of age may also be tested. FSIS is now required to test all pre- slaughter condemned cattle. Question: What tests are used and how are results reported? Answer: Brain tissue samples are required for testing; thus, there are no live animal tests. The IHC test is considered the definitive test but must be conducted in national laboratories and may take a week or more to complete. Recently rapid tests called ELISA tests (which can be done within 24 hours) have been approved as screening tests and our laboratory in Kissimmee is preparing to run these tests. The ELISA test will report negative or inconclusive results, with inclusive samples immediately sent to a national lab- oratory for further testing. Produc- er confidentiality is extremely important. We are working to ensure that any inconclusive results are not reported out with respect to producers or even to the state of origin. Question: How will we identify cattle to be sampled? Answer: We are currently working with renderers who han- dle the bulk of these cattle to arrange for sample collection. We are also urging producers and vet- erinary practitioners to assist by SFWMD swears in two new members Reappointed member also starts second 4-year term reporting downers and other cattle in those target groups for sample collection. Question: What about cost recovery to practitioners, produc- ers, and plants? Answer: There are USDA guide- lines in place for cost recovery pay- ments. Payments will be made to individuals under agreement and can include sample collection and submission, carcass storage, trans- portation of carcasses, disposal of carcasses, fees for accredited vet- erinarians and cost recovery for stored meat-and-bone meal/ren- dered products. Question: How important is this testing? Answer: It is important to test as many target animals in Florida as possible as part of the national testing program to provide greater assurance to the consumer public and to support our domestic and international marketing of beef. While BSE is extremely rare in the United States, without proper test- ing, we cannot obtain the confi- dence of our consumers and our domestic and foreign markets. Question: Who do I call to request testing or receive addition- al program information? Answer: Information about surveillance in Florida: United States Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspec- tion Services, Veterinary Services, at (352) 333-3120 or the Bureau of Animal Disease Control at (850) 410-0900. by the consent of the proposed nominee to serve if nominated and the agreement of the nomi- nee to be contacted by and sup- ply additional information to the Nominating Committee, if the Nominating Committee decides in its discretion to ask for addi- tional information. Mr. Mutz noted that a complete copy of the Nominating Committee's charter and operating 'procedures will be posted on the Company's web site, www.alicoinc.com. For Fur- ther Information Contact: John R. Alexander at 675-2966 Your time is precious. Two new Governing Board members were sworn-in today at a South Florida Water Manage- ment District workshop meeting in West Palm Beach, along with one reappointed member. Named by Gov. Jeb Bush to serve four- year terms, the three members taking the oath of office today are: Alice J. Carlson, of Naples, appointed to succeed Trudi Williams. An experienced finan- cial professional, she is the presi- dent of AJC Associates, Inc., a real estate consulting firm serving community development districts in Southwest Florida. Ms. Carlson is also a commissioner with the Naples Airport Authority and a board member of the South Flori- da Land Preservation Trust Board. Her area includes Collier, Lee, Hendry and Charlotte counties. Malcolm S. Wade, Jr., of Clewiston, appointed to succeed Hugh English. A certified public accountant, he is Senior Vice Pres- ident, sugar operations, for United States Sugar Corporation. For more than 20 years, Mr. Wade has been an active participant on numerous committees, commis- sions and other groups working to address South Florida's environ- mental issues and concerns - including his most recent service French Bread 0 Klaser Rolls Egg Breads Croissants; European Pastries * Cuban Pastrie; Cakes For All Occasions Mini Pastries Platters Cuban Coffee * * as a member of the SFWMD's Water Resources Advisory Com- mission. He is an at-large mem- ber for an area that includes Col- lier, Lee, Charlotte, Hendry, Glades, Osceola and Okeechobee counties. Lennart E. Lindahl, P.E., of Palm City, reappointed by the gov- ernor to a second term. He is Chairman of the Board for LBFH, a consulting engineering, survey and mapping firm based in Palm City. 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Excellent Pay & Benefits for Experienced Drivers, 0/0, Solos, Teams & Graduate Stu- dents. Bonuses Paid Weekly. Equal Opportunity Employer. (888)MORE PAY (888-667-3729). Drivers- Owner Ops & Co. Drivers Needed Now! Run SE Only or SE, Mid-Atl, MW Regional, 0/O's -No Forced Dispatch, Good Pay plus Fuel (866)250- 4292, Experienced tractor operators needed to apply herbicide in cit- rus groves. Incentive program & Benefits Call 863/673-0206 0 ' Exp. Semi Truck Driver F/T, must have CDL Class A drivers license R63-675-4844 GENERAL LABOR NEEDED Asphalt workers, Concrete finishers, Brick paver setters, for work in Vermont for season until 12/01/05. (802)862-6383. Gulf Coast Linen Is currently seeking Class A CDL Drivers. All interested parties must apply in per- son at 140 Agri Blvd., Im- mokalee, Fl 34142. Posi- tion includes full benefits. For more information please feel free to contact our office at: (239)657-5215 or fax 239-657-9493 between 8am-4pm Help Wanted: Taxi Lobo, Class D License, apply in person, 70 Main St., La- Belle. LOADER BOBCAT & Backhoe Operator w/Class A Driver Licenses needed (239)229-4896 COME JOIN OUR ADVERTISING TEAM! Our. community newspapers which include Caloosa Belle and the Immokalee, Bulletin have opportunities for the'right indi- viduals seeking an exciting career in advertising. The ideal 'candidates will pos- sess the following: A SELF-MOTIVATOR, SELF-STARTER WITH AN OUTGOING PERSONALITY, COMPUTER SKILLS AND RELIABLE TRANSPORTATIONi' Interested applications should fill out an application at the follow- ing locations: CALOOSA BELLE 22 FORT THOMPSON AVE. LABELLE, FL 33935 IMMOKALEE BULLETIN 22 FORT THOMPSON AVE. LABELLE, FL 33935 ( MANAGEMENT Immediate restaurant management openings in Lake Placid, Moore Haven, LaBelle, Clewiston and Okeechobee. We are a franchise with 27 restaurants throughout South Florida and are hiring energetic, honest, and. responsible individuals. We .offer: -Excellent salaries -Medical.anrd Life Insurance -Dental Insurance -401K Savings Plan -Paid Vacations -Ad'aricement Opportunities -Training Program For .an interview please call: 863-983-4224 or mail your' resume in confidence to: Pauline Alvarez Southern Management Corporation 1014 W. Sugarland Hwy. Clewiston, FL 33440 I Action Business Corporation A FRANCHISEE OF CHICKEN & BISCUITS Is now hiring Management positions for our * LaBelle location Benefits include: Life, health, Dental & 401k 561-992-4165 I / ;. -U77-35j-2q24reTel Free) DI NES - I / 6 ____s ' THE SEMINOLE TRIBE OF FLORIDA / Is seeking Medical Staff for our new Health Clinic at our Immokalee Reservation. The following positions are available: ARNP: Active FL ARNP license. MS in Nurs- ing Family Practice & cert. in Family Practice. CRP/HIV cert. Primary care exp. preferred. RN: Active FL RN license. BLS Cert. Exp in primary care clinic preferred. Valid FL Driv- er's license req. MEDICAL ASSISTANT: Assist MD/ARNP w/ patients/procedures. Venipuncture, immuni- zations, dressing changes, maintain exam rooms. Home visits as needed. Grad. from accredited MA program. Current CPR cert and FL Driver's license req. MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST: Schedule appts., general clerical office duties, maintain recep- tion area. HS diploma/GED req. Prior med. office exp. req. Knowledge of medical termi- nology pref. Computer exp. w/MS Office. Val- id FL Driver's license. Further details & application available at www.seminoletribe.com. Resumes via email to Qaltman(semtribe.com; or fax to 954- 967-3477 or mail to HR, 6300 Stirling Road, Hollywood, FL 33024. I.^ ALICO INC. is now hiring a MECHANIC for the Citrus Division with at least 2 years grove experience. Good benefits, plus retirement. Apply in person at the Alico office, 640 S. Main St., LaBelle. Alico, Inc. is an qual Opportunity Employer Real Estate Agents Needed Earn up to 80%. Join the #1 Century 21 firm in. Florida. Century 21 Sunbelt Realty, Inc. Contact Trace Pfluge. .Ontu subelt Reiy, ic 43 .Hw,8 LYONS PRINTING & OFFICE SUPPLIES 411 Hwy. 80 W. LaBelle Store Sales Responsible For Overall Operation of Office Supply & Copy Center * NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE * ,',- ,* A leader in the Horticulture Industry seeks Laboratory Technicians with a BS degree in Horticulture, Plant Science, Agronomy or related Discipline with at least 2 years of Tissue Culture experience. Qualified candidates should he profi- cient in Microsoft software programs, and particu- larly familiar with Access and Excel software. Exceptional numerical, organizational skills are a plus. For consideration, please fax (239 728 2522), e-mail galarza@yoder.com, or mail your resume and salary requirements to: YODER BROTHERS INC. 2201 Owanita Road Alva, FL 33920 S1-877-354-2424 (TalFree) For Legal Ads: legaladsc'newszop.com For All Other Classified Advertising: classad@newszap.com Mon-Fri S .3 m '. FI ,', / Mon-Fri d -6pf. / Saturday '3i0 a m n n Line Ads: M- ii a II a (&( n pM (,l 'dq Display Ads: l@3 r-,d, p.-- ,1 VWedn.n.da ,pk oro, VISA OM Nobles-Collier, Inc., Will begin taking applica- tions for Packinghouse Workers: (e.g.) Stackers, Graders, Box Loft Posi- tions and Shipping-Load- ers. You must be 18 years of age or older and have the Immokalee I.D. white card. No part-time work available. Please apply at 212 Jerome Drive, Im- mokalee, FL. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!- NOW ACCEPTING APPLI- CATIONS PT/FT no exp necessary $50 Cash hiring bonus Guaranteed in writ- ing (888)318-1638 ext 107 www.USMailingGroup.co- m. Pero Farms needs a Ser- vice/Mechanic, Devils Garden area. Must have own tools and a clean DL. For info call 239-860- 0357. POSTAL POSITIONS AVAILABLE!! Federal, State, Local. $14.00- $48.00+hr. No Experi- ence necessary. Paid Training and Full Benefits. Entry Levels. Call 7 days for information. (888)826- 2513 ext. 111. Se nesecita, chofer Clase A CDL, trabajo local de lunes a viernes. Ano redondo. Interesados llama 863- 673-1163 deje mensaje. SENIOR LADY in LaBelle needs night care- giver hours 7pm-3pm (239)454-3556 SHIPPING SUPERVISOR Needed for Immokalee packinghouse. Knowledge of computers & produce business helpful. Salary based on ability & experi- ence. Apply in person. For appointment Call Rita @ (239)657-2227 TRACTOR/DOZER OPERATOR Will train, plus labor (239)292-9913 LaBelle loc TRUCK DRIVER CDL Class A FOREMAN For Sod Crew Year round, Local Phone: 863-675-2140 TRUCK DRIVERS Yes, Krehling Industries is expanding, still again. Truck Drivers earn $34k to $45k plus. Includes Com- prehensive Benefits. Requires CDL B or A license or permit. Po- sitions are not sea- sonal. Openings in LaBelle and Ft. Myers locations so Start or Improve your career today. Applications available at all Kreh- ling Locations or con- tact Human Resourc- es 597-3162, x385. TRUCKDRIVER NEEDED with Class A license Call Armando (863)673-0244 UP TO $4,000 WEEKLY!! Exciting Weekly Paycheck! Written Guarantee! 11 Year Nationwide Company Now Hiring! Easy Work, Send- ing Out Our Simple One Page Brochure! Free Post- age, Supplies! Awesome Bonuses!! FREE INFOR- MATION, CALL NOW!! (800)242-0363 Ext. 800. OFFICE CLEANING P/T, Mon-Fri. Evenings in Clewiston. Good Pay. Start Today! 800-922-1433. Toll Free 1-877-353 aooUsa D!It, III ~y, ~ W fuu FIND IT FAST DIRECTORY! I i I i T OF Eployment^ FullTime 205'E m Employment Full Time 205 Employment Full Time 205 Employment Ful TmeB 10 Personals Gaag Gaag 11 I Caloosa Belle, Thursday, March 17, 2005 I S a i I S a i I Sp eia I Seia B3 I Spea i i I CAR RENTAL starting at S39.95 Per Day and Construction, Inc. FREE ESTIMATES I | 'I.1 t'il .- ',:. e-P ,,:Is {',~. R Pepairs P.:ie _a, I '..nyl idri h' .) Facid I Office (863) 675-7045 I : l:Sir (;lroi p ].U lr g i \I l m .n\\1ing I k : Trees 'L .'(,, ;i;.e' l.;lkll, Fl. l ullalozerWork %,t:a c ^ i ).lh^to Is Stress Ruining Your Life? Read DIANETICS by Ron L. Hubbard Call (813)872-0722 or send 7.99 to Dianetics, 3'102 N. Habana Ave., Tampa FL 33607. WE BUY ALUMINUM, ALL KINDS Copper & Brass. Closed Sunday. Call first 863-675-8760, 257-0879 Real Estat Services LANGFOR QUALITY CONSTRUCTION, INC. Driveway House Pads Demolition Clearing Fill Dirt Culverts Silework Specializing in Crushed Rock for Driveways! La Belle, FL -Licnsed & Insured OFFICE: (863) 675-8314 Call Kelvin Townsend Cell @ (863) 673-3783 Call James Phillips Cell @ (239) 825-4251 PLACE YOUR AD HERE o obIsooaINSC. HUNTERS .. ,,,,, ......1 .,~,El CALL TODD TREE SERVICE S' .ill Dirt Iuniruck \ Cell: 239.872.6734 TREE SERVICE S ...... Home-: 63* TTr~ irn lin "*'" *:'"f',:; A P HFax:863.675.0020 675-3344 CALL DALE OR BARB AT St.,n-, s ri,-n,,: , 16&5T. OU86- J-O5J4 l FOR MORE INFORMATION EVERETT ANDERSON III IRRIGATION CANAL CLEAN-UP GOT DIRTY CANALS GIVE ME A CALL CELL: 863-673-1536 NEXTEL: 158*17*32491 Em loyI n Hendry Correctional Institution is now hiring: CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS Annual Salary: Non-Certified: $26,919.62 Certified: $29,611.66 For more info Contact Sgt. Woolfork @ (239)867-2108 Hendry C.I. is located @: 12551 Wainwright Drive, Immokalee Fl. 34142 LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (#64084599) LPN position working in LaBelle & Clewiston Ryan White Title III program; assisting in clinics; must be willing to learn or use tele- medicine software & technology. Bilingual Spanish/English a plus; must have valid Florida driver's license; background screen- ing & fingerprinting required. EEO/AA Call Glenn @ 863-674-4041 x 133 for more details. A V OAKBROOK OF LABELLE V A Is now taking applications for: V A Housekeeping, Floor Person, v A Dietary Aide & CNA'S V V ^ Apply within: V ^ Oakbrook of LaBelle V A 250 Broward Ave. v EOE v A SENIOR REGISTERED NURSE (#64082773) Position in Clewiston providing clinical pub- lic health nursing. Must have valid Florida driver's license; pre-employmenbt drug testing, background screening & fingerprint- ing required. EEO/AA Call Pat @ 863-674-4041 x118 for more details. HANDYMAiN GLASS & MIRROR CARPET CLEANING Got a job too small for a wowtractor? Nts..1 Ig. or window )1p'iur f I \e (JOEi' YOuI 'l.l "5e5 i t ai we l ,olil ke AIW e i" i to r I,'(t U' P'tessure Cleaning Rentvttirns i Rlpais Fix-lt fobs Mimnrs & Showe Donr TKi 'n\ ,i (863) 675-"297 ,i ... Emlymn THERAPEDIX Outpatient rehab seeks FT/PT RPT, PTA, OTR, COTA, CRT, aides, MSW. Fax resume to 863-675-7020 or email to healthflorida0 earthlink.net h .1 BOOKKEEPER, Full time position for busy ag. office, must be experienced in computerized P/R, A/P & Excel. Strong accounting background & attn. for detail. Fax resume w/salary req. A to 863-983-5116. 'ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY (#64031079) Provides administrative support to Nursing Director; Need .self starter with good secre- tarial skills & ability to use a variety of com- puter software (i.e., word, excel, power point, etc.). Must have valid Floirda driver's license; background screening & finger- printing required. EEO/AA Call Pat @ 863-674-4041 x118 % for more details. 1 'i Emlymn SHENDRY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Registered Nurses *Full time Med./Surg. 7an-7pn or 7prm-?am, FL RN Lic., I yr exp-i '-r.- E-rr.,- i'l f. E( ,. .rmd ate, Mus .',iii BLl '.1 ,'vn ,'A n Ei .. .' S -.. ri. r r.-./ ,. ii .L R.\ L, r,., r iat Fu.'! T r tr L5. ,, i '. i, PC ] .11. rn .' t-" r. 'iid T" re ' LPN i & n -FL LPN Lic. & IV .P.n Pr- I ert. i IV Therapy req. Full. Part Time & Perdiem Positions Available Home Health 'Full tin.. :F 'c ,1 "- ,, ,, * Physical Therapist: A min of 2 yrs exp. n i , Rehab Nursing is required. Home Care exp. is pre O.R. Staff Nurse *FL RN Lic., ACLS PALS certified, C.N.O.R. desired but not required. Respiratory Therapist Per Diem, CRT or RRT preferred, wuth minimum of twoI (2) years experience in adult and general patient care. BLS and ACLS are required. S24., O0HR. Competitive Salary Excellent Benefits * Clinical Ladder Program Education Assistance Phone: 863-902 3079 or fox resume to: 863-983 0805 Drug Free Workplace- fOE HEALTHFLORIDA Medical center in LaBelle/Clewiston seeks FT/PT, Doctors, PA, NP, RN, LPN, MA, x-ray techs, diag. test techs & receptionist. Fax resume to 863-675-7020 or e-mail to healthflorida( earthlink.net 863-675-0403 I..:, .,l : ,,.i1 r, ,..5 ] The -rq 'of LiaBele I;>. ,prirgn appli. cations for a Shop Mechanic. Applications will be accepted until March 25, 2005 at 5 p.m. Applicants must have a high school diploma/GED with a valid drivers -license (Class B CDL preferred.) Applications are available at the LaBelle City Hall between 8:30 to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday located at 481 Hickpochee, P.O. Box 458,, LaBelle, FL 33975 The City of LaBelle is an Equal Opportunity of Employer Ueepon Bair's Electronics Service, Inc. PREFERRED AUTHORIZED NEXTEL REPRESENTATIVE 1-800-854-2929 557 DR UARTISE LUT ING SHEG JR. t E EAST.m BELLE 60 BELLE GLADE Patrick 561-996-7687 Financial Business Opportunities 305 Money Lenders 310 Tax Preparation 315 NOTICE Independent Newspapers will never knowingly ac- cept any advertisement that is illegal or consid- ered fraudulent. In all cases of questionable value, such as promises of guaranteed income from work-at-home pro- grams if it sounds too good to be true, chances are that it is. If you have, questions or doubts about any ad on these pages, we advise that be- fore responding or send- ing money ahead of time, you check with the Better Business Bureau at 1- 800-834-1267 for previ- ous complaints. Some 800 and 900 tele- phone numbers may re- quire an extra charge, as well as long distance toll costs. We will do our best to alert our reader of these charges in the ads, but occasionally we may not be aware of the charges. Therefore, if you call a number out of your area, use caution. #1 CASH COW! 90 Vending Machine Hd. You approve Loc's-$10,670 (800)836- 3464 #B02428. ALL CASH CANDY ROUTE Do you earn $800/day? 30 Machines, Free Candy All for $9,995. (800)814- 6323 B02000033. CALL US: We will not be under- sold! INCREDIBLE OPPORTUNI- TY!!! Looking for a few ex- ceptional people to make an above average income. Call (800)489-8930. Start Your Own Business: Choose your hours, income & rewards. Choose Avon! 863-677-0025 $$$$$ Weekly Use eBay to get Paid. Get $250 in FREE products to Start No Inventory Required No Ex- perience Required Call On- lineSupplier (800)940- 4948 Ext. 5314. Loans by phone. Up to $1000 in 24hrs. No Credit Check! Bank Account Req. (888)350-3722 www.paychecktoday.co- m. Services l IIIy Babysitting 405 Child Care Needed 410 Child Care Offered 415 Instruction 420 Services Offered 425 Insurance 430 Medical Services 435 BOOKKEEPING ACCOUNTING Set-up and maintain, bank reconciliations financial & all tax re- ports Semi-retired CPA now accepting limited accounts. Mike, cell (863)243-1368, office (863)465-1124 *-*** ** * LICENSE DAYCARE 7am-7pm Calhoun & Bryan St. (863)885-1497 -* ** ** - COMPUTER SERVICE, trouble shooting, set-up, up-grades, systems built, tutoring. Win.95, 98, 2000, ME, XP. licensed. Call Gary 863-675-7925 SALLY MAE DISC JOCKEY Music for all occasions: weddings, parties, quin- ceaneras. 675-1625. Need a few more bucks to purchase something deer? Pick up some extra bucks when you sell your used items in the classified. Time to clean out the attic, basement and/or gar- age? Advertise your yard sale in the classified and make your clean up a breeze! Bel Grande g 4BR 2BA $612/MO Annual Income To Qualify 284 Bryan Avenue LaBelle, FL 33935 (863)675-5859 Fax: (863)675-5793 - I.eR e ov l Higgin's Tree Service 25 years experience. Free estimates. Lic & insured. Call 863-675-3955 Merchandise Air Conditioners 505 Antiques 510i Appliances 515 Appliance Parts 520' Beauty Supplies 525 Bicycles 530 Books & Magazines 535 Building Materials 540 Business Equipment 545 Carpets. Rugs 550 Children's Items 555 China, Glassware, Etc.550 Clothing 565 Coins Stamps 570 Collectibles 575 Computer Video 580 Crafts. Supplies 585 Cruises 590 Drapes, Linens & Fabrics 595 Fireplace Fixture 600u Firewood 605 Furniture 610 Furs 615 Health & Reducing Equipment 620 Heating Equipment' Supplies 625 Household Items 630 Jewelry 635 Lamps Lights 640 Luggage 645 Medical Items 650 Miscellaneous 655 Musical Instruments 660 Office Supplies Equipment 665 Pets Supplies' Services ,?70 Photography 675 Plumbing Supplies 6ir Pools & Supplies 685 Restaurant Equipment 690 Satellite 695 Sewing Machines 700 Sporting Goods 705 Stereo Equipment 710 Television 'Radio 715 Tickets 720 Tools 725 Toys & Games 730 VCRs 735 Wanted to Buy 740 AIR CONDITIONER- 3/2 Ton, Coleman, AC/Heat unit, exc cond, $500. (863)610-0575. CHINA SET 24pc, plates/ cups/saucers, w/ violet flowers, some cut glass, $150, (863)763-1386. :pliances 515^Bi DISHWASHER-Frigidaire, under the counter almond, $45 (863)675-0104 MIXER, Sunbeam w/ beaters & bread hooks. Stainless steel, 2 bowls. $45 (863)983-1848 REFRIGERATOR Sears, Kenmore Side By Side. 25 cu'. Exc. cond. $600. (863)675-2010. REFRI*RATOR AND STOVE good condition $150 for both will sell separate (863)467-6088 WASHER & DRYER- GE almond, good condition $200 firm (863)467-7953 WASHER Kenmore, white, heavy duty, super capaci- ty, Good cond. $150 (863)763-3024. WHIRLPOOL WASHER very nice, $80 inci warranty & free delivery 863-675-8937 TANNING BED- 110 Volt. new bulbs. $500 or best offer. (863)946-1794. BICYCLE- 24" Huffy, girls bike, like new, never used, $45. (863)763-0151. BICYCLE- Schwin, 24", 5 speed, excellent condition, $40. (863)824-7033. BE' i METAL ROOFING SAVE $$$ Buy Direct From Man- ufacturer. 20 colors in stock with all Accessories. Quick turn around! Deliv- ery Available Toll Free (888)393-0335. SENCO ROOFING Coil Nailer scv4 or 3 box 14 roof nails used for 12sq. $350 neg (863)763-3679 I e ibS - COMICS (2) boxes Old comics $500 or best offer S (863)674-0049 1 Sports Cards, 6000+, Baseball, Football, Hockey & Basketball, 1990-2000, $100. (863)697-8547 COMPAQ COMPUTER- complete, kybrd, mouse, spkr, great for family, $100 (863)843-0158. PRINTER/PHOTO COPIER- Lexmark, Z715, new in box, $40. (863)763- 1997. CHEST Dark wood. Good condition. $50. (863)763-0634. COFFEE TABLE Oak & glass top Octagon shape w/matching end. $100. (863)467-1619. COFFEE TABLE & 2 End Ta- bles, Glass & wrought iron 6 mo old, $350. 863-697- 1702 COUCH & COMPUTER CABINET Brand name "This End Up" Exc. Cond. $700. (239)353-0936. CRAFTMATIC ELE. Adjusta- ble twin bed w/ortho mat- tress. Ele., $500. (954)966-2041 ' DAYBED COVER With pillow shams, dust ruffle. Light beige. $20. (863)634-0936. DESK WITH HUTCH Ladies French Provincial. $50. (863)610-0020. DINING RM SET- solid wood, table, 6 chairs, leaf, lighted china cabinet, $600. (863)697-1991. DR TABLE W/4 CHAIRS- solid wood, 1940's, good cond, $250 neg. (863)357-2233. GLASS DINING SET Brown tone like wrought iron 6 mo old Pd $550 asking $450 863-697-1702 LOVE SEAT SOFA BED Castro Convertible. Very good cond. $175. (863)357-1430. OS BR SUITE- exc cond, $375. (863)673-6842. QUEEN SIZE BED w/pillow top mattress, box springs & frame 2yrs. old $150 (863)675-6696 QU. Mattress/Foundation Serta Perfect Sleeper, Very Firm. used 12 times. Deal @ $450 (863)673-2661 GOLF CART 4 seater w/ truck bed Good tires/ battery/charger Dependable $1250. 863-697-2033. GOLF CLUBS, Wilson & Spalding, 2 Sets w/metal woods. $190 for both, will sep. 863-946-3123 GOLF CLUBS 5 Metal Woods, Jumbo Driver & Wilson S.W. $115. (863)946-3123. Hel Ih& Reduin EquIIpmnI 2 EXERCISE BIKE- good con- dition, $50 or best offer. (863)763-4491. STEPPER- good condition, $50 or best offer, (863)763-4491. CHECKERED RUG 5'x 8' Lt. Blue Drk. Blue Tan like new $35 (863)675-6696 FLATWARE SET- Hampton, New, 88pc, gold tone, $60. (863)674-0098. CD's, AC/DC, Aerosmith, collective soul Bush & oth- ers, $5. (863)674-0928 Instrumentis GUITAR, Stella, Harmony, 6o- string, late 40's early 50's,.: made of Birchwood, orig.,4 bag case. $300 863-467- 0627. TENOR SAX, good condi- tion, Conn Model w/case, $500. Call evenings (863)675-4098. EXECUTIVE DESK 3'x 6', Cherry wood finish, Good cond. $75. (863)763-3024. BEAGLES, CKC reg., first-" shots, vet certified, ready,. to go, 8 wks. old, $375. (863)634-2424" EASTER BUNNIES (10), $100. Will separate. 863-673-1364 or 863-673-0476. MININPIN Black/tan, Male, AKC, Avail Mar 18, '05. $400. Lake Port (863)946-3857. YELLOW CRESTED COCKA- TOO f-male 8mo. old w/ Irg. cage & acc. $1500 (239)633-2654 YORKIPOO MALE PUP- ap- ricot, 10 wks old, shot, vet cert. "great personality!!" $375. (863)357-0037. Pools.& FILTER New Hayward Vari- Flo.. Valve & top for sand filter pool system. $35 (863)763-2692 STEREO SPEAKERS Pair of Fischer speakers Dark brown. 2'x 2'. Exc Cond. $40. (863)763-5035. MOBILE HOME/CAMPER WANTED Set up on a ren- tal lot preferred with FI/ room Buckhead Ridge lo- cation would be OK. Please call 561-924-9339 Wanted: FL ART A.E. Backus, H. Newton, Highwaymen Art. 772-562-5567 Agriculture Christmas Trees 745 Farm Equipment 805 Farm Feed/Products 810 Farm Miscellaneous 815 Farm Produce 820 Farm Services Offered 825 Farm Supplies/ Services Wanted 830 Fertilizer 835 Horses 840 Landscaping Supplies 845 Lawn & Garden 850 Livestock 855 Poultry/Supplies 860 Seeds/Plants/ Flowers 865 QUARTER HORSE, Reg. 4 yr. old Filly. Exc. blood line. Doc O'Lena & Zan Par Bar Nice Broodmare Prospect $1400 863-763-2692 REG. APPALOOSA- 4yrs. old, rideable, w/saddle, bridle, and tack, $1500. (863)467-1421, 18 I Helth Car Emlymn PIONEER BUILDING SALE! "Rock Bottom Prices!" Beat Next Price Increase. Go direct/save. 20x26. 25x30. 30x40. 30x44. 35x50. 40x60. 45x90. 50x100. 60x180. Others. Pioneer (800)668-5422. Steel Arch Buildings! Gen- uine SteelMaster Build- ings, factory direct at HUGE Savings! 20x24, 30x60, 35x50. Perfect Garage/Workshop/Barn. Call (800)341-7007. www.SteelMasterUSA.co- m. STEEL BUILDINGS. Factory Deals Save $$$. 40 x 60' to 100 x 200'. Example: 50 x 100 x 12' = $3.60/sq ft. (800)658-2885 www.rigidbuilding.com. STEEL BUILDINGS EZ BUILD AISC Certification - Office/Warehouse, Shop/ Garage, Arena/Barn, Hangers. A plant near you! Will beat any price or $205. (800)993-4660, www.universalsteel.com. - - - - - - - - - - - - 10 Computer/ Video I Furniture Empidyment Full Tim6 205 Telephone, Services I -" -. I-,. .. :" I-1 '- ' Stereo Equipment 71 Employment Medical I Waned to Bu Gol Clubs/ I Hose 8401 Houseold Item 63n EARN DEGREE online from home. *Business,- *Paralegal, *Computers. Job Placement Assis- tance. Computer & Finan-' cial aid if qualify. (866)858-2121 www.tidewatertechonline- .com. ELEC. TYPEWRITER- Royal" Aristocrat, in case, good condition, $100 neg. (863)357-2233. FREE 4-ROOM DIRECT SYSTEM includes stan- dard installation. 2 MONTHS FREE 50+ Pre- mium Channels. Access to over 225 channels! Limit-. ed time offer. S&H. Re- strictions Apply. (866)500-4056. HOOKED ON PHONICS Good condition $200. Firm (863)357-7852. ONE .CALL STANDS BE- TWEEN YOUR BUSINESS: and millions of potential customers. Place your ad- vertisement in the FL Clas- sified Advertising Network. For $450 your ad will bet- placed in over 150 papers..- Check out our 2x2 and 2x4'- display network too! Call this paper, or Heather Mola, FL Statewide Net- work Director at (866)742-1373, or e-mail-- hmola@flpress.com fort more information. (Out of; State placement is also, available.) Visit us online- at www.florida- classifieds.com. SPA! Overstocked! New 7- person spa-Loaded! In-. cludes cover, delivery &- warranty. $2999, was' $5999. (888)397-3529. TRL. STEPS |: $10 good shape (865)924-9228 ****** -* N. I. ? NEXTEL. 19 B ll Th sda March 17 5 WESTERN SADDLE- 14 inch seat, 4 inch cantle, $275. Call evenings (863)675-4098 -U Ben Byrd's Outdoor Power Equipment Sale & Service To Your Door Factory Authorized Available 7 Days Servicing Hendry & Glades 863-677-0210. BLUE DIXON ZTR nice cond. well maintainned $600 ask for lan (863)517-1177 Riding Lawn Mowers, (5), needs work, $500 will sell sep. (863)634-5113 RIDING MOWER 42" Craftsman, rebuilt deck, very good condition, $600. (863)674-1105. Okeechobee Livestock Market Sales every Mon. 12pm & every Tues. 11am. 763-3127 Rentals Apartments 905 Business Places 910 Commercial Property 915 Condos,' Townhouses Rent 920 Farm Property - Rent 925 House Rent 930 Land Rent 935 Resort Property - Rent 945 Roommate 950 Rooms to Rent 955 Storage Space - Rent 960 Warehouse/Office Space 2500 Sq. Ft., $1500 mo. Warehouse 1250 sq. ft., $750 mo. 1st, last & security 863-675-1032 HOUSE 3BR & TRAILERS- No Dogs, Lazy T Ranch, (863)675-1614. LABELLE- 4BR, 2BA, on a acre with 'switffiTft $pool. Large screen porch $875. ro. (863)675"01T'4. SHARE HOUSE- Furnished, full house privileges, all amenities, single working adult, (863)763-9146. FORT KNOX SELF STORAGE New Ig. units avail., air conditioned & non-air, each unit alarmed, area fenced & well lighted, space for boats, trailers, RV & trucks. manager on- site, 1025 Commerce Dr, LaBelle. 863-675-1025. LABELLE RENT-A-SPACE -- Cowboy Way & Kennedy Blvd 5'x10' $32.10 mo. incl tax. 8'x10' $42.80 mo. incl tax. 10'x10' $48.15 mo. incl tax 8'x20' $72.75 mo. incl tax 24 hr access $25 returnable key deposit. 863-675-2392 SCOWDEN STORAGE Across from LaBelle Airport "Always Room For 1 More" 2 locations to serve you: LaBelle & Lehigh Great Rates! Easy Acess! 24/7, Lighted & Secured 1-800-659-5654 Real Estate Business Places - Sale 1005 Commercial Property Sale 1010 Condos.' Townhouses Sale 1015 Farms Sale 1020 Houses Sale 1025 Hunting Property 1030 Investment Property Sale 1035 Land Sale 1040 Lots Sale 1045 Open House 1050 Out of State - Property Sale 1055 Property Inspection 1060 Real Estate Wanted 1065 Resort Property . Sale 1070 Warehouse Space 1075 Waterfront Property108u ESTABLISHED BAIT TACKLE & MARINE SUPPLY BUSINESS located adjacent to Public Boat Ramp (863)675-8828 days 5 ACERS +- w/DBL WIDE '96 2 wells 3BR/2BA 30' front porch, Case Rd. $189,000 863-843-0227 BUCKINGHAM Country Living 2.5 ac. fenced, 3br 2ba, den, pool, 2 car garage 2 work shops By owner $400,000. Call for appt. 239-690-5002. HOUSE W/CL/LOT 2BR/2BA Irg. scn rm. Irg 2 car gar. all under 1 Hip Rf. (239)250-5580 aft. 6pm Grand Opening Land Sale! SO. FLORIDA 10+ ACRES Qnly $294;900. Huge sav- ings on big ranch acreage in South Florida! Gorgeous mix of mature oaks, palms, & pasture. Miles of bridle paths. Near Lake Okeechobee. Quiet, se- cluded, yet close to 1-95 & coast. Also, .5 acres $174,900. Great financ- ing, little down. Call now. (866)352-2249 x379. LaBelle: BEAUTIFUL RIVERVIEW HOME SITES. Build your dream home on this prime location w/a gorgeous view of the Ca- loosa Hatchee River & Water Front Park. Corner lots on CR 78 & Avalon Ave. $185,000. Add 2nd adjoining home site for $50,000. 863-517-0977 BEAUTIFUL WOODED & SECLUDED 2 ACRES For those who love there privacy. Build your dream home or bring your mobile home to this great location in LeBelle just 3 mi W of town. Off Hwy 80 on Phillips Rd backing to Murray Rd. Approx size 219.18'W X 397.5D $95,000. 954-817-1112 or 863 517-0977. Need a few more bucks to purchase something deer? Pick up some extra bucks when you sell your used items in the classi- fieds. -u f tt 40 AC w/creek near Peace River. 1/2 pasture; 1/2 pines. Street ends at pre- serve. Power, well; 3400 sq. ft. house foundation and kit house, ready to go. $485,000 (239)340- 0501. ATTENTION INVESTORS: Waterfront lots in the Foot- hills of NC. Deep water lake with 90 miles of shoreline. 20% predevel- opment discounts and 90% financing. NO PAY- MENTS for 1 year. Call now for best selection. www.nclakefrontproperti- es.com (800)709-LAKE. BEAUTIFUL NORTH CARO- LINA. WINTER SEASON IS HERE! MUST SEE THE BEAUTIFUL PEACEFUL MOUNTAINS OF WEST- ERN NC MOUNTAINS. Homes, Cabins, Acreage & Investments. Cherokee Mountain Realty GMAC Real Estate, Murphy www.cherokeemountainr- ealty.com Call for Free Brochure (800)841-5868. COASTAL GEORGIA- GAT- ED COMMUNITY Large wooded water access and marshfront homesites. An- cient Live oaks, pool, ten- nis, golf. Water access. From $64,900. Pre-con- struction discounts. www.cooperspoint.com (877)266-7376. COASTAL NORTH CAROLI- NA. Phase I sold out. Now offering new homesites in Phase II at Shine Landing, a gated waterfront com- munity. Be a proud owner in this upscale community with boating access to the Neuse River, Pamlico Sound and Atlantic Ocean, plus clubhouse, fitness center, tennis, swimming pool and private marina. Homesites as low as $29,900. Financing availa- ble. Coastal Marketing & Development Company, New Bern, NC (800)566- 5263, www.shinelanding.com. FORECLOSED GOV'T HOMES $0 or Low down! Tax repos and bankrupt- cies! No Credit O.K. $0 to low down. For listings (800)501-1777 ext. 9QQ FREE LAND LIST- NC MOUNTAINS- Custom built log homes, river frontage and beautiful se- cluded land off Blue Ridge Parkway. Call 1 now. (800)455-1981, ext. 133. Lake View Bargain! 2 Acres $19,900. New waterfront community on one of larg- est, cleanest, mountain lakes in America! Hard- woods, views, common area w/ beach! Country road, water, utilities. Low financing. Lakefront avail- able. Call (800)564-5092 x96. LAND WANTED Land In- vestment company seeks large acreage in Florida and Georgia. Interested in waterfront, timber, and ag- ricultural lands. Must have road frontage or good ac- cess. Cash buyer .with quick closings. Call (877)426-2326 'or email: landyetiveg@aol.com. NORTH CAROLINA LAKE- FRONT ONLY $39,900. Great All Sports lake to fish, boat, swim or just re- lax. Call for details, MLC (866)920-5263. I1 NEW OFFICE SPACE under construction in downtown LaBelle. Will finish to suite. Lease from 1,000 to 4,000 sq. ft. $1,000 to $4,000 per month. Common Area Maintenance $250 to $1,000 per month. Contact Trace Pfluge for details. PJLMDiLE USHWY27 IS+/- ACRES I Shoreside Realty & Mortgage, Inc. Our I.lIclc Offici i now openiii Plcasc Ul)p l 45) HOT i i80 : 863-674-0101 Gorgeous 1 acre wood- ed homsite, with coun- try living in Alva area. Only minutes from Ft. Myers or LaBelle. Won't last long! $93,900. Enjo- wonderful sun- sets on the Caloo- sahatchee. This 55+ community in Alva, is filled with scenery and beautiful oaks. This 2 bedroom 2 bath manu- factured home has many' extras, including riverview and boat basin. There is also a community boat ramp, sw ng pool, club- house and many activ- ities. $219,900. Call us today the "Active Realtors" -oilHoe SERENE MOUNTAIN GOLF HOMESITE $208.03/MO0. Upscale Golf Community set amid Dye designed 18 hole course in Carolina Mountains. Breathtaking views. Near Asheville NC. A sanctioned Golf Digest Teaching Facility! Call toll- free (866)334-3253 ext 832 www.cherokeevalleysc.c- om Price: $59,900, 10% down, balance financed 12 months at 4.24% fixed, one year balloon, OAC WATERFRONT PROPERTY Wanted in Taylor Creek or Rim Canal & Tr. Island In any cond. 772-370-6252 Mobile Homes Mobile Home Lots 2005 Mobile Home Parts 2010 Mobile Homes Rent 015 Mobile Homes Sale 2021 CALOOSA BELLE, 1BR, Private & quite $400 + $200 sec dep 863- 674-1219 LABELLE '2001, 3BR/2BA fenced yard,$80,000. or rent $800 mo. Call for de- tails. 863-234-9540. MOBILE HOME FOR RENT 1/Bedroom, A/C & W/D Adult Park in City No Children- No Pets Call (863)517-0764 M/P or 675-7625 evenings 1-3 Cuartos dos banos lista PARA SER occupada 1/V4 Acr. -/+ para mas information Llame Al (863)675-8888 3/2 Banos Double Trailer por la calle Siox Ave. probidad grande 4 privada. Para mas information Llamee Al (863)675-8888 3/2 TRAILER "NUEVO" "Double" con probidad y losimpestos de la probeelad enclucdos. Llame A I (863)675-8888 ********** Double Trailes y Sencias A un precio reasonable Liame para mas information 863-675-8888 DOUBLE WIDE 3br, 2ba, Exc. cond. $1000 down $579. mo. With good credit only. 239-571-0449. CALOOSA MOBILE HOMES Tanglewood Oaks Sub-Division in LaBelle is a nice quiet neighborhood, close to town & schools. Come in and select your lot and Double-Wide. Horseshoe Acres this nice rural communi- ty is located off of Hwy 80 between LaBelle & Clewiston. If you're looking for peace and quiet this is the place for you. We currently have a 4 bedroom 2 bath home set up on a large cul-de-sac lot. $85,900. Caloosa Mobile Homes also has land/home packages available in Cresent Acres. Come by the office at 600 E. Cowboy Way in LaBelle and look at our selection of beau- tiful ScotBilt homes. (863)674-4300 or toll free (866)372-4300. FOR SALE BY OWNER- 2BR,2BA dbl wide in Oak Park Vilg, resident owned 55+ community in Alva, very nice, enclosed Florida room, $103,000, (9q? 7R-R777Rf LIBERTY 97' 3 BR, 2 BA Must be moved. Eager to sell! $22,000. 863-675-4540/677-3091 SINGLE WIDE 1993: 2 Bdrm., 1 Ba. $2000 (239)657-4614 YELLOW STONE 30' Mobile. Fl/room, Water front $5800 (865)924-9228 Recreation Boats 3005 Campers.'RVs 3010 Jet Skiis 3015 Marine Accessories 3020 Marine Miscellaneous 3025 Motorcycles 3030 Sport Vehicles 'ATVs 3035 BOAT DOCKAGE $200 Mo. safe, private & affordable located near the Ortona Lock off of the Caloosa- hatchee River (863)675-7080 DECK BOAT, '92 26ft, with trailer, $7000 (863)675-4691 JOHN BOAT 14' & trailer. $475. Call (863)675-6214 after 6pm. KAYAK, 16', blue & white, 1 seater, $500 or best offer. (863)673-1574 . PONTOON 20'- new trailer, new floor and carpet, hardtop, '86 70hp Johnson motor, call for info. $4000. (863)674-1105. RANGER CHEROKEE BASS BOAT, '95- 90hp, fully equipped, Ranger Trailer, excellent condition, $6500 So. Bay, Fla (561)213- 6103. CAMPER TOP- deluxe for longbed PU, $500, 863)675-0636 or 239)896-2025. STARCRAFT 1972 Pop Up Camper, A/C, Fridge, Sleeps 5, Very Clean. $800. (863)674-0697 ST. PATTY'S RV SALE! March 17th-20th. Nation's #1 Selling RV's! Low Sale Prices! Giant Recreation World *Melbourne- (800)700-1021. QOrlando- (800)654- 8475. *Daytona- (800)893-2552. www.grwrv.com. WILDWOOD LITE 2000 21ft, very good condition, $7000. (863)983-8602. EVINRUDE MOTOR '83 7.5hp. Short shaft. Like new $425.Neg 863-467-1960 EVINRUDE MOTOR '92 70hp, 20" shaft w/pwr trim controls. Like new $2500 Neg 863-467-1960 EVINRUDE MOTOR '77 6hp. Short shaft. Exc. cond. $400.Neg 863-467-1960 JOHNSON MOTOR '85 70hp, 20" shaft w/pwr trim controls. exc cond $1200 Neg 863-467-1960 PROPELLER, Air Boat Pad- dle, 72-34. Good condi- tion. $350 (863)946-3857 Lake Port. TROLL.MOTOR- 12/24 volt, 42"' shaft, works good, needs bracket repair, $35. (863)763-1997. Advertise your business in Call A Pro For only $10 a week Call Barb or Dale at (863) 675-2541 To learn more! A ....... .... ... HONDA VT500 Ascot '84 8,600 mIs., garage kept. $1500 (863)674-0375 Automobiles Automobiles 4005 Autos Wanted 4010 Classic Cars 4015 Commercial Trucks 4020 Construction Equipment 4025 Foreign Cars 4030 Four Wheel Drive 4035 Heavy Duty Trucks 4040 Parts Repairs 4045 Pickup Trucks 4050 Sport Utility 4055 Tractor Trailers 4060 Utility Trailers 4065 Vans 4070 CHEVY BERETTA '95, Red, Auto, runs Excellent, 130k, 38 MPG Hwy. $1875. (863)763-6591. CHEVY CAMARO, '91, T-Tops, Runs good. $2500. (561)996-4473. DODGE DIPLAMAT '87 4 new tires, cold air, clear ti- tle $800 or best offer (863)675-3185 FORD ESCORT '96, Good condition. $900. (772)359-5144. LINCOLN TOWNCAR, '94- Signature series,, ,122K, ood cond, moon roof, 3500 (570)241-4388. MERC TOPAZ '90, For parts only $500. or best offer: You haul. (863)983-4154. NISSAN MAXIMA '92 runs good must sell $2500 or best offer (863)697-1600 TOYOTA TERCEL 89, $200. or best offer. (863)612-0114. *** ** *"** Wanted DEAD OR ALIVE! Cars, Trucks & Vans. Cash paid for some. 7 days per week. Call (863)673-3642. -*-***- k k******* ----------- CHEVY PU, '68- stepside, 8ft. bed, rebuilt trans, driv- en daily, rare model, $6000. (863)697-6433. DATSUN 280ZX '83 Looks & runs new. Cherry red metallic. 2 Seater. T-Tops, AT. $3900 863-763-6069 WANTED; Plymouth, GTX, Road Runner, 70-71 Cuda. Dodge, Coronet R/T, Chal- lenger R/T or Super-Bee. Day 866-223-5440 John Eve. 215-947-1567 One commercial building, 2 .igc pole barns. RV camp- ground, 20 hook-ups, 6 rental units, 4 mobile homes and 2 houses. Stocked pond with ML ChO. Sm US 675 4550 10 acres with approx. 600 ft. on I wy 80W less than 1 mile from city limits. $2,000,000. Large lot on cul-de- sac with nice oak trees in the city. $32,500 Oak filled lots in the City. 3 to choose from. $29,500. Great Investment Potential 9,000 sq. ft. commercial building on corner lot with large park- ing lot $600,000. Rodney Murray Lic Real Estate Broker 'Assoc: Seth Howard $650,000 Pamela Vertullo REALTOR', ERA Beaver Real Estate' 1825 Colonial Blvd. Fort Myers, FI. 33907 1nI (863) 673-2754 Cdl (239) 939-1044 (239) 939-2846 Fax paminea.ve rtu Ilk craxcom CHEVY '83, ton, .Long bed, 350 build, 400 trans. 38.5 tires. $5000. Or best offer. (863)634-0936. CHEVY S10 1987 4x4 Ta- hoe. Runs but needs work. Topper inci. $600. (863) 763-4032 or 763-7144. CHEVY SURBAN, 1982 1 owner, good condition, $2,500. Call 863-675-4317. CHEVY TAHOE BLAZER '91 runs good will trade for pick up $1700. or best of- fer (863)763-0072. CLASSIC JEEP CHEROKEE '85 runs & in good shape $1250 or best offer (863)763-0072. JEEP Grand Wagoneer 84 Camo paint job runs & looks good $1000. (863)673-0920 Golf Carts, Gas or Electric Buy and Sell Call (863)824-0878 Pat-eair 041 BEDLINER- for New '05 Dodge Ram, $100. (863)467-9077. FORD 8 LUG RIMS- 2005, factory chrome, $200 for all (863)634-3262. MOTOR & TRANSMISSION 350 GM. Very Good I condition. $400. (239)839-6149. RIMS Low profile. 4 lug. Came off a Honda Civic. 205/45ZR16. $250. (863)532-8158. SUPER SWAMPER BOG- GERS (39.5 x18x15) & RIMS- for Ford, 8 lug $800 (863)634-4104. a bi N ie TIRES (2) 225x75/15 good tread will sell $25 Firm (863)467-7953 FORD RANGER. '88- not running, many new parts, needs injector, $500. (863)599-0996. FORD RANGER '95 5spd. good cond. $2500 (863)357-3413 GEO TRACKER '91, auto, Soft top, Chrome Saw Blade wheels. New tires. $600 863-634-5914. ISUZU RODEO, '92 runs good, driven daily $1800 (863)467-9288 FORD HIGH TOP VAN '89, Runs & Looks good. A couple of issues. $1200. (863)467-1077. Public Notices Public Notice 5005 State Public- Legal Notice 5500 PUBLIC SALE Notice is hereby given that on March 19, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at FORT KNOX SELF STORAGE, 1025 Com- merce Drve, LaBelle, FL, (863) 675-1025, the undersigned, FORT KNOX SELF STORAGE, will sell at Public Sale by competitive bidding the personal property heretofore: Sofa, chairs, coffee table, large rug, misc. items, pot belly stove, misc. items. 558106 COS 3/1017/05 Shop here first! The classified ads. a It I. .i y ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID "s Hendry County Non Profit Housing ,Inc., will be receiving sealed bids for furnishing all of labor and materials, performing all work necessary and incidental as called for in the landscaping of Greentee East in Clewiston, Florida. Bids are to be delivered to the office of Owen Luck, 90 Howe Street or mailed to P.O. Box 1820, LaBelle, FL 33975 up until 12:00 p.m., March 31st, 2005. All bids received will be publicly opened and read aloud at above address April 1st at 10:00 a.m. Davis-Bacon Act wage determination will be in effect and will bind the general contractor and all sub contractors. The landscape drawings may be examined and working specifications may be obtained from the office of Hendry County building Department, 100 East El Paso, Clewiston; or 112 South Lee Street, LaBelle. Builders risk and Worker's Compensation insurance will be required at the expense of the contractor. Bidder must submit the following with their bid: 1. Proposal 2. List of proposed subcontractors 3. Genera company information, including list of references for similar type work. 4, Proof of General Liability Insurance and Worker's Compen- sation Insurance. The contract award will be based on an evaluation of the listed critena. 559716 CB/CGS 3/17,24,31/2005 1 [ 'Celebrity' auction slated for 4-H fun The Pro Steadman Schol- arship Fund was started as a community project in honor of Mrs. Pro Steadman. "Pro" was the mother of five 4- H'ers, a leader for ten years, and was very active in all sec- tors of the 4-H program. She believed in the 4-H organiza- tion and seeing it reach its full potential for bringing families together.and keeping mem- bers interested in worthwhile projects. She was diagnosed with ALS (commonly known as Lou Gehrig's disease) in May of 1988. Throughout her struggle with the disease, she Maintained her interest and involvement in youth pro- grams as much as.she physi- cally could. She died in December of 1992, but still lives on in the hearts of the many that she influenced. Mrs. Yvonne Swindle, Cur- rent President of the Hendry County Fair Association, came up with the idea of starting an annual men's cake auction at the County Fair to raise money for a 4-H Scholarship in honor of Pro. The idea involved many male "celebri- ties" from our local commu- nities and required them to bake a cake to be auctioned at the Fair. The idea really took off and with the help of many generous cake makers and bidders, as well as volun- teers and Fair Directors, the auction now raises the money to provide two college schol- arships each year to worthy 4- H members. The male celebrity cake auction will take place on Fri- day, March 18, at the Hendry County Fairgrounds begin- ning at 5:30 p.m. in the enter- tainment pavilion. Please come out and give your sup- port. Teachers, agents earn masters degrees High school teachers and coun- ty extension agents can now earn their master of science degree via a new distance education program beginning this month at the Univer- sity of Florida. "We knew there was a need for this type of degree program," said BriAn Myers, an assistant professor of agricultural education at UF's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS), and coordina- tor of the online program. "Teach- ers and extension agents need graduate degrees for career advancement, but many of them live too far from a university to attend regular classes.This distance learning program will allow them to keep' their jobs and stay clbse to home." Sharon Guest-Tagliavento, a UF/IFAS Flagler County 4-H exten- sion agent participating in the pro- gram, said it eliminates a two-hour commute each way to the universi- ty in Gainesville. "It gives me time for my 4-H work that would other- wise be spent driving and sitting in a classroom until late in the evening." Marie Fussell, a teacher at Bar- tow High School in Polk County, likes the specific nature of the courses. "It's all about something I can use," she said. When asked how they'll fit class work into their already 'packed schedules, Fussell and her friend, Keitha Barnhorst, another teacher from Polk County, looked at each other and smiled. "Looks like we will be busy every Saturday from 8 a.m. until noon," Barnhorst said. Faculty in the UF/IFAS College of Agricultural and Life Sciences tai- lored the distance program to meet the needs of extension agents and teachers in the public school sys- tem, including courses for improv- ing technical skills and classroom teaching methods. In addition, there are courses in program devel- opment and adult education designed for extension agents. Distance education courses are offered during three semesters per year, and participants register for two courses each semester. "We split the classes each semester, so our students take one class at a time, eight weeks per class," Myers said. "Because teachers and exten- sion agents are so busy, they find it easier to concentrate on just one class at a time." Instead of completing a thesis, each class member must submit a final project at the end of the two- and-one-half-year program of study. Myers said the first class, which begins in January 2005, has 19 par- ticipants, including 4 extension agents and 15 high school teach- ers. Future classes will have a maxi- mum of 20 participants. "Members of each class will move through the program together, building a net- work of support that will help them in their courses and in their profes- sional careers." Students are required to visit the UF campus in Gainesville twice - once for orientation before classes begin, and again at the end of the degree program when they present their final projects to their class- mates and professors. Myers hopes the distance edu- cation program will grow to serve teachers and agents in other states. "We have already had inquiries about expanding the program in other southeastern states. Our first class has a student from Georgia. Scholarships available Florida high school seniors have a chance to win up to $6,500 in scholarship funding. The program benefits students from across the state, with prize money going to both the first- and second-place essays in each of the association's 13 districts. District-winning essays will each win a $1,500 scholarship prize; second-place entries will receive a $500 scholarship. District-win- ning essays will compete got three $5,000 FAR scholarships on the statewide level. Write a typed, double-spaced essay 500 words or less on "How Does a REALTOR Profes- sional Benefit the Community?" Check with your high school for an application kit, or go to the media section of FAR's media Center Website (http://media.liv- ing.net/scholarship2005/index.h tml) to download it. All essays must be submitted by Friday, March 25, 2005, to the Florida Association of REALTORS, 7025 Augusta National Drive, PO Box 725025, Orlando, FL 32872-5025. Hue- ale 125 HuesSle 121Hue- Sale 121 ossSl 05 ossSl 05 Hue- AASae 12 3F..J&IM I^^^^ IEIF.]F-- ZL------ --^----Wl ME^---IPRI;UIX:]E PAUL ROSER REALTORS 6 15-0o898 A i WORLDWIDE INTERNET MARK d ^ 1 i A iA .AEI -' Caloosa e e, ur y, , I . w r r EW -- = -dr, =7 7= = -= = -M JL -- L- --!.- w"-- -- --!.- wt- -"!-- -.r- -M .&w .L& -4 I E A Ull . MobBieHms I "rXik"rX~k)klkw w I Caloosa Belle, Thursday, March 17, 2005 p tS '! ~Ij / - ~ it A. 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