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House' of0prostitution falls- Page-5- Clewiston Serving America's Sweetest Town since 0, Number 49 Thursd ***);***** ALL FOR ADC 320 205 SMA UF LIBRARY OF FLORIDA HIS-I PO BOX 117007 GAI NESVILL E FL 3-;2611-7007 1928 lay, May 5, 2005 500 At a Glance Friday Nights Lights Evangel Church Assembly of God Outreach Center is open from 7-10 p.m. every Fri- day to all .7-12 grade students in our community. Activities available include basketball, three play station 2 units, music, and games. Snack bar with great prizes is open each Night. Chamber social The Clewiston Public Library is the site of this month's chamber social, May 10, from 5:30-7 p.m. There will be gift bags and door prizes. Come see what's at your library. Call 983-1493, for more information. Family and Friend Day New Beginning Ministries Deliverance Church will be hosting a Family and Friend Day May 14 at 7:30 p.m. Pastor Elder Adolph Lee Guest Speaker, The Son of Allen Out Reach Ministries, Bells of Joy and Laurita Small. Any ques- tions, please call 983-4737. VA enrollment assistance Thursday, May 19 at 6 p.m. Richard Marquith, Veteran's Service Officer .will be at the VFW located at 501 S. Francis- co St., Clewiston, to answer Questions and assist with enrollment into the VA sys- tem. If you are interested, please come and talk with Richard. Italian night dinners The Ladies AuxiliarV'VFW .4185 will be serving Italian Night Dinners starting at 6 p.m. every Wednesday The cost is $6. Eat in or take out. The VFW is located at 501 S. Francisco St. }bu can call 983- 9748 to place an order to go. SBingo night will change Clewiston Elks Lodge #1853 is proud to announce that they will be playing bingo on Thursday nights beginning May 12 as opposed to Monday night's. All are welcome to come and play, cash prizes awarded. Proceeds also go to helping local students obtain ,scholarship opportunities. Early birds start at 6:30 p.m. with regular games starting at 7:30 p.m. Help us to help oth-, ers because "Elks care-Elks share." Head Start Program Harlem Academy Day Care will be accepting applications for the Head Start Program May 5, 10, 11, 17,and 18 from 9 a.m. to noon and 2-3 p.m. For more information call 983- 7335. Lake Level Impact fee discussion set County invites LaBelle, Clewiston to workshop May 17 : By Patty Brant Anticipating unprecedented growth over the next few years, local government has been exploring the use of impact fees, paid by new residents and businesses, to pay for that growth. Road impact fees are the first to be considered. Oth- ers are likely to be considered to support additional schools and emergency services later. The county, city of LaBelle and city of Clewiston have all expressed their acceptance of impact fees as a means for development .to help pay its own way. In fact, the Depart- ment of Community Affairs (DCA) sees impact fees as a vital Brown Sugar component in planning for, growth. Road impact fees have- been the first to be discuised. However, there has been an impasse over the levels needed. The county and city of Clewis- ton basically approving fees suggested by Dr. Jim Nichols, University of Florida. The city of LaBelle, however, crown I Staff photos/Ideybis Gonzalez i.' -- Vonturia Jones, sponsored by Lenora Darrannika Sanders won the Little Miss. Brown Wiggins, was crowned Miss Brown Sugar pageant. Miss Sanders was sponsored by Sugar 2005 at the May 1 Miss. Brown the Mounty Calvary Missionary Baptist Church. Sugar pageant, held at John Boy Audi- torium. PARADE ROUTE Audrianna Edwards was crowned Miss Junior Brown Sugar 2005, at the Miss Brown Sugar pageant held at John Boy Auditorium May 1. !1 Anthony Perkins, Jr., sponsored by Blondell Allen and Detric Pass was crowned Mr. Brown Sugar at the recent- ly held Brown Sugar Festival pageant. has held out for a restructuring -of these fees, particularly as they apply to business. The city commission fears the schedule is set too high and will actually.. 'deter desirable businesses from locating here. LaBelle has now submitted its suggestions to the county, including a grace period of six- to-nine months before impact fees are implemented. Collec- tion would- then be graduated, beginning at 50 percent of the recommended rate; followed by 75 percent; then the full amounts by about January 2007. The city would also like to See Fee-Page 12 Nurses Week celebrated CLEWISTON The work of America's 2.7-million regis- tered nurses to save lives and to maintain the health of millions of individuals is the focusof this year's National Nurses Week, celebrated annually May 6-12 throughout the United States. "Nurses: Many Roles, One Pro- fession" is the theme for 2005. National Nurses Week opens May 6, the traditional National .Nurses Day. This year" the American Nurses Associa- tion (ANA), in conjunction with its Constituent State Nurses Associations, will be: recogniz- ing nurses by drawing special attention to safe patient lifting arid handling, which is being addressed through ANA's Han- dle with Care Campaign. Annually, National Nurses Week begins May. 6, marked as RN Recognition Day,'and ends May 12, the birthday of Flo-. rence Nightingale, founder of nursing as a modern profes- sion. During this week, regis- tered nurses at Hendry Region- al Medical Center will be honored at a dinner May 5 at 5:30 p.m. The dinner and other recreational activities during the week are designed to actively express HRMC's grati- tude to more than 70 members of the Nursing staff for a job 'well done! In honor of National Nurses Week and RN Recognition Day, registered nurses around the country are encouraged to wear the official "RN Pin". In addition to wearing the RN Pin,. nurses will be asked to dress in uniform on that day. ANA, through its 54 con- stituent member associations, its Associate Organizational SeeHRMC -Page 12 Honoring county heroes National County Government Week Hendry County celebrated go beyond the call of duty to National Count Government help out. It is hard to single out Week by adopting a Resolution just-one because there are so at their April 12 Meeting iii many, but Randy Bengston Clewiston City Hall, declaring comes immediately to mind." April 10-16 as National County Randy Bengston is the Government Week. Director of the County Emer- The theme of this year's genicy Medical Service and event is Honoring County coordinator of the volunteer Heroes. "Our county employ-, fire department. Under Randy's ees are the lifeblood of our leadership the county provides County services, it is so fitting excellent emergency medical that we recognize and honor services, with courteous, highly them at this time," said "Bo" trained EMT's and paramedics. Pelham, Chairman of the He has advocated major pur- Hendry County Commission. chases of equipment for the County Administrator. Lester three Hendry County volunteer Baird Added, "Our county is fire departments. blessed with dedicated, hard- working employees, that often See Heroes Page 12 14.75 feet ; above sea level Index S Classifieds ...... .18-21 Opinion . . . .4 School ............ .9 Sports .......... .. .11 See Page 4 for information about how to contact the newspaper. newszapcorm WMll.COM j newsioginfo Online news & information II610 00020 7 I I a 8 16 5 10 0 00 20 7 Rodriguez named new Miss Latina of the Glades 2005 By Ideybis Gonzalez CLEWISTON The cur- rent Miss Latina of the Glades, Yadira Lorenzo, turned in her crown to First Runner-up Alex- is Rodriguez, during a special ceremony held at John Boy Auditorium April 28. Before handing the crown over to Miss Rodriguez, Miss Lorenzo stated, "I have some personal issues going on in my life right now and I don't think I am totally prepared to wear this crown, therefore I have decided to turn in my crown to the first runner up. And I know Alexis will. do a great job," added Miss. Rodriguez. Alexis Rodriguez is the daughter of Julio and Annabelle Rodriguez, owners of the Cuban cuisine restau- 'rant "Cafe Tropical" in Clewis- ton. It was a very emotional moment when- Miss Lorenzo, accompanied by Milagros Navarro, pageant coordinator for Miss Latina of the Glades, when she turned over the crown to Miss Rodriguez, who was joined by her family to witness the acceptance of the crown, thus accepting her title as the new Miss Latina. The event was held Thurs- day evening at the Clewiston Inn, where family, friends, and all the past contestants were present to say farewell to Miss. Lorenzo and to be apart of the unforgettable day for Miss Rodriguez, who will now fulfill her role in taking on the responsibilities of being the 2005 Miss Latina of the Glades, There was some specula- tion as to why Miss Lorenzo opted out of her reign, but ulti- mately cited "personal" rea- sons as to why she could not go forward with retaining the title she won just a few weeks ago. The duty of the first runner- up in any pageant is to under- stand that, if for any reason the current queen cannot fulfill her obligations to the crown, it would be the first runner-up who would assume the title. That is the case for Miss Rodriquez who will now carry the title and crown of Miss Latina of the Glades, as well as continuing on with the many obligations of a beauty queen. staff Photo/iaeybis Gonzalez Alexis Rodriguez is the new 2005 Miss Latina of the Glades fol-I lowing Yadira Lorenzo's decision not to continue with her title after winning last month's beauty pageant. Miss Rodriguez was the first runner-up and as such retained the responsibility to reign should the current Miss Latina not be able to fulfill her obligations. I g Volume 8 T The parade route for the upcoming Brown Sugar Festival parade has been established. Festival and parade goers need to use caution, as some two-way roads will be transformed into one-way roads during the parade and festival.- ind" t. Brown Sugar royalty celebrates their victorious efforts at the recently held Brown Sugar Festival pageant, the unofficial kick off gala to this week- end's Brown Sugar Festival. i I Serving the communities south of Lake Okeechobee Thursday, May 5, 2005 Obituaries Billie-Jean Phillips Billie-Jean Phillips, 20, of Clewiston, died Sunday, April 24, 2005 at Hendry Regional Medical Center in Clewiston. Billie-Jean was born in Pahokee, and has been a lifelong resident of Clewis- ton. She was employed locally as a scale house clerk. Billie-Jean is survived by her father Darrell Phillips of Moore Haven; mother Renata Shropshire of Moore Haven; brothers Darrell Phillips II , deceased, Darrell Phillips III, and Dewayne Phillips of Moore Haven; sister Lyndsey Phillips of Moore Haven; grandfathers James A. Shropshire, deceased, and Jack Phillips, deceased; and grandmothers Billie Fontes of Las Vegas, NV, and Berlin Phillips of Clewiston. Calling hours were held April 27 at Akin-Davis Funeral Homes, Inc., and services were held April 28 at the Church of God in Clewiston, and burial was at Ridgelawn Cemetary. Reverend Eric Burch served as officiating clergy. From Renata Shropshire, mother of Billie-Jean: We would like to thank all of the people in the community that helped us in our time of need. All of your support is greatly appreci- ated. I would also like to meet the person who helped in removing my daughter B. J., and Beverly, from the car. Any information would be much appreciated. Thankyou, Mom, Dad, brothers and sister. From the Beckett Family: In loving memory of Billie- Jean Phillips from the Beckett Family. Beverly Ann Phillips , Beverly Ann Phillips, 38, of Moore Haven, died Sunday, April 24, 2005, at Lee Memorial Hospi- tal in Ft. Myers. Beverly Ann was born in Pahokee, Fla., and has been a lifelong resident of the area. She was employed at the Center for Bone and Joint Surgery in Royal Palm Beach, as well as the Country K Drive-through in Moore Haven. Beverly is survived by her husband Darrell Phillips.of Moore Haven; sons Timothy Davis, Jr. of Moore Haven, and Leland Karlson of Ft. Pierce; daughter Desara Davis of Moore Haven; mother Annie Holden of Clewiston; brother Timmy Patti- son of Clewiston; step-brother Jerry Holden of South Bay; and sisters Theresa Lee of Moore Haven, Ellen Lewis of Clewiston, and Samantha Woodell and Cathy Dixon of Waycross, GA. Calling hours were held at Akin-Davis Funeral Homes, Inc. on April 29. Services were held at the Church of God on Saturday, April 30; bur- ial was at Ridgelawn Cemetary in Clewiston. Reverend Jackie Miller served.as officiating clergy. Oralia Hernandez In loving memory of Oralia B. Hernandez. born September 6, 1944 in Comales Tamp, Mexico. Oralia moved to Pahokee in 1968. She passed away March 26, 2005, leaving behind her husband of 45 years Juan P. Hernandez, her 94- year-old mother Maria Martinez, and six children that love her very deeply: SanJuana Garcia of Paho- kee; Maria L. Garcia of Pahokee; Martin Hernandez of San Antonio, TX; Juan A. Hernandez, Jr. of Pahokee; Mercedes Perez of Okeechobee; and Teresa Hernan- dez of Canal Point. She also leaves 26 grandchildren, six great-grand- children, and a wide host of fami- ly and friends. Oralia is gone, yet in our hearts she will forever live on; gone, but never forgotten. We love you always! Kenneth D. Johnson Kenneth D. Johnson of Moore Haven, 69, died Saturday, April 23, 2005, in Lakeport. Kenneth was born in Hammond, Indiana, and was employed locally as a painter. Kenneth is survived by a brother Everett Henry Johnson of Lake- port; sister Imogene Marie Pullins, deceased; sons Kenneth E. Meese of Carlinville, IL, and Mike Malone of San Diego, CA; daughters Jeanie Hartline of Hillboro, IL, Susan Williams of Australia, and Peggy Ward of Carlinville, IL. Call- ing hours and services were held at Akin-Davis Funeral Homes, Inc., and crematory service was provided by Ft. Myers Crematory Service. James Michael "Joe" Brown, Sr. James Michael "Joe" Brown, Sr., 60, of Moore haven, passed away April 25, 2005, in Ft. Myers. He was born July 3, 1944 in Ft. Myers to Arthur Otto Brown and Thelma Louis Algood Brown. He was a seven-year veteran of the Army, serving two tours of duty in Vietnam. Joe was a resident of Moore Haven since 1978. He was an active supporter of the Moore Haven Terriers, serving as "The Voice of the Terriers" at sporting events for 17 years. James retired in 2004 as a customer service supervisor for the U.S. Post Office in Clewiston. Survivors include his wife Jan- ice; children James "Jamie" Brown of Moore, Haven, Joanna Smith of Clewiston, and Jason Brown of Chiefland; brothers Allen Brown of Cedartwon, GA, Greg Brown and Cecil Daughtrey of Arcadia; and grandchildren Shelbi Brown, Alexia Eighner, Sara Smith, Ashtyn Brown and Keuleigh Smith. He was preceded in death by his parents, and broth- er David Brown. Funeral services were held Thursday, April 28 at the First Bap- tist Church in Moore Haven with Reverends Thom Street and Sher-. rell Tillery.officiating. Interment was held al Ortona Cemetery. Howard D. "Tiny" Cook Howard D. "Tiny" Cook died in the Franciscan-Skemp Medical Center in Genoa, WI on Monday, April 25, 2005. He was born Nov. 20, 1928 in Iowa. He was raised .by his grandmother, Anna Denzel, in the Chippewa Falls, WI area. At an early age he left home and worked on the troop transport ships between the Seattle, WA area and Alaska. He later found his way to Racine, WI, where he worked for Massey-Harris, which later became Massey-Ferguson. During times of unemployment, In the Military April 27, 2005 (FHTNC) Naval Hospital, Jacksonville, Fla. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Wartak is a 1993 graduate of Bernadette L. Wartak, daughter of Clewiston High School of Clewis- Eileen Thompson of Clewiston, Fla. and Laurie Lyle of Orlando, ton, Fla. and joined the Navy in Fla., recently reported for duty at March 1997. 3-0 a In Remembrance: Nellie Louise Stiles Lang (Aurhor ot Little Tree) Tiny found work as a Santa Claus for department stores in the Racine area and would also make appearances at private homes. Tiny truly enjoyed his employ- ment as Santa Claus. Tiny began working for the Nels P. Nelson Shoe Repair and Family Shoe Store in Racine. In the 1950's, Tiny purchased:the shoe repair business from Mr. Nelson, and in 1958, purchased the family shoe store. Tiny also developed the orthopedic design for shoes for people with special needs. The business became known as Tiny's Shoe Store. Tiny, being a large man, found it difficult to purchase clothing of ample size. When he was able to locate large sizes, Tiny would pur- chase a small quantity, keeping some for himself and selling the remainder to the public. The demand for the clothing increased and Tiny began stock- ing an inventory for the store, which became known as "Tiny's Big and Tall Store." In his spare time, in an effort to provide for his family, Tiny began purchasing and maintaining rental property. In 1985, Tiny became semi- retired, moved to Genoa, WI, and opened a second "Tiny's Big and Tall Store" in Onalaska. He spent the last 20 years enjoying family, the state of Wisconsin and his many friends. Weeklong fishing trips to Clewiston with his good friend Tom Bellaire led. Tiny to establishing a winter residence in Clewiston. Tiny is survived by daughter, Nancy (Roy) Shutes of Racine; sons Donald, Thomas, Robert, and James Cook, of Racine; step- son Larry Wallace of Florida; grandchildren Jennifer, Brian and Robert, Jr.; six step-grandchil- dren; a soon to be great-grand- daughter, Nevaeh; and longtime friend and companion, Jeannie Wallace. He was preceded in death by his wife Ruth and his parents, Lucille (Denzel) and his stepfa- ther Philip Kloss. Friends may call at the Dickin- son Family Funeral Home, 1425 Jackson St., LaCrosse, WI. Funer- al services and burial were held in Racine. Debra Ruth Leizear Debra Ruth I4eizear, age 50, of Lakeport, died Saturday, April 30, 2005 at her residence. She was born Feb. 22, 1955 in Flint, Mich., Mrs. Leizear had been a resident of Lakeport for two years. She worked as a cashier for the Semi- nole Bingo Hall and was of the Baptist Faith. Survivors include: Her beloved husband of 18 years, James Leizear of Lakeport; sons, Brandon Stid- ham, James (Gus) Stidham of Tampa and Christopher Basman of Lakeport; daughter, Taylor Has- man of Lake- port; stepson, Robert Leizear; stepdaughter, Carol Mason; father, James Minor, Sr. of Devalls Bluff, 1 Ark.; mother, Gloria Minor- Wells of Devalls Debra Ruth Bluff, Ark.; sis- Leizear ter, Holly Cros- bie of. Dumas, Ark.; brothers, James Minor, Jr., Todd Minor and Barry Minor, all of Devalls Bluff, Ark.; grandchildren Lynse Stidham of Tampa, Wayne. Mason, Trisha Mason, Jake Leizear, Matthew and Sarah Leizear all of Maryland; niece, Donna Hasman; nephew Jeremy Clark; brother in law, Richard Leizear; sister in law, Bar- bara Shupe; mother in law, Eleanor Leizear; friends Dean Lantz and Calvin Whidden all of Lakeport. 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In addi- tion to the free concert on Friday, May 13 starting at 7 p.m., they have added a Worship Seminar on Saturday, May 14. The free Gospel Concert will showcase talent from Clewiston, Moore Haven, LaBelle, South Bay and other regional cities and will feature three time Dove Award Nominee, Alvin Slaughter' and international gospel reggae artiste Junior Tucker. Alvin Slaughter will also be teaching the next morning at the Worship Seminar where a mini- mal registration fee of $15 is required. Complimentary Conti- nental Breakfast will be served at 8:30 a.m. General sessions and small group workshops will be held throughout the day. Worship teams, choirs, song- writers, musicians and those desiring to grow as worshippers are strongly encouraged to attend. Sunday, May 15 at 10 a.m. Jack A. Buell and Roberto Silva -Courtesy photo New Harvest Pastor Chuck Pelham with his wife will host the third annual Praise from the Glades Gospel con- cert to take place May 13-15. Host Pastor, Pastor Chuck Pel- ham will deliver a powerful mes- sage -on "Capturing the Sound of Worship". This is an event that you do not want to miss. Call New Har- vest Church at 863-983-3181 for further details. Education Juan J. Cardenas graduates Juan J. Cardenas, a 1993 graduate of Clewiston High School,; has attended the University of Florida for the past three years and graduated N with honors on April 29, 2005, with a Juan J. Bachelor's Cardenas Degree in Mechanical Ehgineering. His parents, Magdaleno and Maria M. Cardenas, sisters Car- Engagement Courtesy Photo Brian Sisk and Amy Clark Clark-Sisk Mark William Clark of Falton, MD and Angela Mary Bonnici of Titusville are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter, Amy, to Brian Sisk of Clewiston. The prospective groom is the son of Ken and Barbara Sisk of Clewis- ton. The wedding is planned for May 28,2005 in Orlando. The bride-to-be is a 1991 grad- uate of Eau Gallie High School. She is employed as a manager with Bank of America. The groom is a 1991 graduate of Clewiston High School. He attended Valencia Community College. He is employed as a real estate owner/broker with Good Homes Realty. After the wedding, the couple will reside ii Casselberry. men Esparza and Maria Delga- do, and his wife Maria G. Carde- nas,who have supported him all throughout his efforts to fulfill his dream, are very proud of him and wish to congratulate him on his graduation. Juan will be working as a mechanical engineer with Flori- da Power and Light Corp. in St. Lucie County. DeAnna Hodges to graduate DeAnna Hodges, daughter of Lawrence and Lee Anna (Lewis) Hodges of San Antonio, TX, would like to thank her family in Florida for all the love, assis- tance and support that was ren- dered during her. efforts at school. DeAnna will be graduat- ing from Texas Women's Univer- sity'in Denton on May 14, 2005, receiving her bachelor's degree in Design and Fashion. A special thanks to her grandmother, Miss Rose Nieves, of Moore Haven, for all the care packages. Maryn Elaine Thompson Blaze and Stephanie Thomp- son of Wellington proudly announce the birth of their daugh- ter, Maryn Elaine, on April 20th. Maryn weighed 7 pounds, 14 ounces at birth. Maryn was welcomed into the family by her brother Roman, Uncle Blake and Aunt Cristina Lockhart, Uncle Pell and Aunt Erin Thompson, and a host of loving family and friends. Maternal Grandparents are Jim and Mary Douglas and Doug and Lori Lockhart; Paternal Grandpar- ents are Don and Alice Thompson. Maryn Elaine Thompson Roberto Silva promoted uISTON Jack A. Buell, senior vice presi- the Clewiston Wal-Mart in August dent of Olde Cypress Community of 1997 and shortly thereafter Bank is pleased to announce the became manager. Mr. Silva trans- '720 E Su garland H w y. promotion of Roberto Silva to assis- ferred to the loan department in tantvice president. Mr.Silva started ae with the banking November 1996as 2002 as a loan officer and in addi- C le ston F L 33440 a loan collector. He was promoted tion to his many duties at the bank, to assistant manager when the is currently completing his studies (8 6 3 ) 8 3 0 3 O3 , bank opened an In-Store Branch at at the FloridaSchool of Banking. - You can find nutrition Cal For Orders in unexpected places There are two Pitanga bushes growing in my yard planted as ornamental shrubs. When I noticed bright red fruit on one of the bushes, I wondered if it was edible. A little Internet research revealed that not only is the fruit safe to eat, it is also quite nutritious. Pitanga, also called Surinam Cherry, has a very' sour fruit because it is high in Vitamin C. One cup of raw fruit has about 57 calo- ries and contains 52 percent of the USDA minimum daily requirement of Vitamin A and 75 percent of the daily requirement of Vitamin C a nice surprise for something I just found growing in, the yard. , Since the fruit is quite tart, I don't think I would want to eat acup of raw Surinam Cherries. But the fruit can be used in jams to add vitamin boost to a morning treat, or pitted and chopped to add color to fruit salad. OIM Summer will soon be here and there are lots of end of the school year activities planned. If your child will attend a field trip, swimming party,, ball game anything out- doors don't forget the sunscreen. The weather does not have to be hot for the sun to burn. If there is enough sun to cast .; .'ida:,:,, there is enough sun to burn yourskin. Bad sunburns increase a child's vulnerabilityto skin cancer later in life. Sunscreen alone isn't complete A Healthier Life with Katrina Elsken protection. 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I do it because, it's a challenge, It pays pretty well, and I wanted to see the hospital grow into something bet- ter than what it was when I came here. So, Human Resources is a good way to do it, it is all about recruiting the right people, and once they are here, educate them, orientate them, so they can become better in what they do. Q: Canyou describeyourself? A: I am a mid-age people per- son, that loves meeting new peo- ple, a person that is a communica- tor, that enjoys telling stories, and create- excitement. I love working with employees and professionals, and I get excited when I help peo- ple improve and become better at what they do -"become experts".' Q: What scaresyou? A: What scares me are "new things". Things that I have not dealt with before, the proverbial of the unknown, but it stills excites me! Q: What isyour favorite song? A: My favorite song would have V Staff Photo/Ideybis Gonzalez Rodney Larson Director of Marketing & Human Resources for Hendry Regional Medical Center. to be "When a man loves a woman" by Percy Sledge. That was the song I dedicated to my wife. Q:Whatirksyou? A: Rude people people that are arrogant people, that think they know everything and that they know more than anybody,' and when .somebody knows every- thing, you can't teach them, so when they are arrogant and smart, it really gets on my nerves. Q: What is the memory you hold dear to you? A: I have a couple. When my oldest daughter was born. When I got married to my second wife, which is my current wife, and I picked up three more daughters, which are my stepdaughters, I also love them dearly. Those two were very special to me. Letter to the Editor No privacy Dear editor: On April 14, an article appeared in the "Speak Out" sec- tion of the Clewiston News about a government agency where a client was not given appropriate privacy and confidentiality was violated. This should not happen and, in fact, is illegal. Unfortunately, the called anonymous "Speak Out"!' does nothing to help anyone fix ' * the problem. Whenever confi- dentiality is violated, that person involved needs to call, write or visit the agency head and report the individuals) involved so that. the incident can be investigated and remedial action can be taken. I hope that the person who made the complaint will call or visit the head of the agency involved and make a report of the incident. MarthaE. Valant,-M.D., Direc- ,tor of Hendfy/Glades County healthh Departments. Happy Mother's Day Cus P uounresy Pnoto Courtesy Photo Charlene Johnson. Sheila Kent and Katie Perry and Irene Christie IKt. P. First of all, I don't have just an ordinary Mom. I have a Mother. My Mother is a friend, a caregiver and a role model. My Mother is someone who makes me want to always strive for the best and never give up. I remember when I was grow- ing up my Mother always told me that whatever I decide to become in life, wther it be a prestigious career or a not so prestigious career be good at it. Those words still follow me toda\ and I live by them. Mother's encouragement gives rne the drive to strive for success. The lady in question is Katie Perry. I love you Mother, Your Daughter Shelia., Irene Christle, AKA Mom "Mother" is such a big word with an even bigger meaning. My Mom was a single parent with xto girls. Sometimes we went without, but not from my Mom's lack of trying. I wasn't easy to raise. I gave her a hard time; I never understood her or really lis- tened when she said, "I've been where you are and trust meyourway won'twork! Iwant more foryou." Never have I understood her more than I do now that I'm a mother. SMorm, you were right!! Thank you for understanding me and let- ting me grow and not giving up on me. I love you with all my heart, your daughter, Charlene Johnson. Our Purpose... The Clewiton News is published by Independent Nev.spapers of Florida. Independent is owned by a unique trust that enables this newspaper to Fursue a mrsuion of journalisic service to the citizens of the cunumnunity. Since no dividends are paid, the company is able to thrive on profit I margins below industry standards. All after-tax surpluses are reinvested in Independent's rrumJion of journalistic service. commitment to the ideals of the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. and support of the community's deliberation of public issues. We Pledge... * T:. .'.l- ti': [eN 'f4.afr a .1 public: tnTI -J l.r.o n Ir, OA, l L'i, .l. | ilihT. * To [*.:.iil s l ,i'iru.oi, n anirr a w r,:, r,'lt.: h. U. ' To in 'r ,he inews ali bonesty, accuracey. :.t.le..rn,,, I'fl.anesi nnd compaesrri. * T o. u r c.ur opinion pag '. I fainttlte cerr:.runrr ita.Ale. not to dominate it with (.ur u nW,.'.plniur, * T, ','lJ.-, ,,: .ur, n M -fiiE ulaf m rE or [.,ierTail c:,[lhcj i. our re.ider; , 'c:..rrti ,..ur er ,r aa d i gte i.i:h c r .,eiiT'r, ta U prorimi-ercace t der'.rv'. * Tob provide a right to reply to those we write about. * Ib treat people with courtesy, respect and compassion. Editorial: N, E. d..:.r Mark ,iY f ,,', r I"ke Z rag.:, Ponaor BiliFabir, N"r- Cl&ri: idebi. Gorui: Advetising- email- Mtiaaads.wuap cm, Adwuntiau Di-:i.r Ju' u-j Nars,'r'al Ac'.,:n..n J.. y r Pui-.j - Alr ,rtiiriv S,- 1,.i MS l.- a j.,: CrejriTidri jOT iJ rlt Er,,EI, [',i r Vitr P'r ,lrl ,I' FI,-1nd, ':,iar:n, ..T, Bard E.Sub r Ei., K l'la I l Member of Florida Press AssociatIon The tragedy of disrupted lives The Reverend Samuel S. Thomas, PH.D. Saint Martin's Church, Clewiston. A lady who had been robbed told me about the terrible feelings that followed. She said that her house was not the same now a special space had been invaded. What she had always felt was secure was no longer secure - someone had entered who was not welcome or invited and it might happen again. In a sense, her home was no longer her home and she was affected by the intrusion as well as the loss of what was hers. The sanctuary was no longer safe the mementos, the jewelry with its sentimental value, the money that was set aside to pay bills or buy food was now gone. Along with the tangible losses, there was an image, a worldview that was shattered. Whatwas felt to be once a safe place was now no longer safe at all. I have encoun- tered other "shattered worldviews" that have impressed me more deeply. These have been the world- views of returning service person- nel. I remember young persons coming home from the Viet Nam war. They had grown up and lived in their familiar communities - marrying their high school sweet- hearts and beginning to settle into a routine. They were growing togeth- er and sharing life as a couple. It was a very rewarding experience for me to share in their growing together as a new couple and watching them get their lives underway. The separation and the experi- ences of war had each of them growing at different paces, each having different experiences, each having things happen that were not or could not be shared. They would come home, but it was difficult to try to pick up where they had left off. Saturday would come and one partner would want to go to the movies or to a dance, the other was content to sit home and be quiet. One would want to go to the movies or to a dance, the other was quite happy being alone. Readjust- ment back was a slow process and took lots of patience and under- standing. I remember the words of Connecting to o0 Pastor John Hicks I finished unloading the trailer First United Methodist Church and hopped back into the truck, "- looking forward to a nice, hot, My high school summers were cleansing shower. I turned the key. spent working, at a Boy Scout RR-RR-RR-RR.. Nothing.- I tried Camp. One summer, as the assis- again with the same results. I tant ranger, my duties involved col- couldn't believe what was happen- lecting the garbage from the camp- ing. Nothing I did helped to start sites and hauling it out to the dump. that truck. This wasn't one of the most roman- With a few thoughts of truck tic moments of the job, especially homicide, I hiked about two miles when the bags contained "liquid to the nearest house, followed garbage", a term we used for a closely by-a swarm of flies that combination of solid and liquid seemed very attracted to my food wastes. garbage perfume, which had I will neyer forget the hot after- soured even more in the heat. noon that I had picked up a load of I knocked on the door of the liquid garbage and headed out to house and asked if I could use her the dump. Everything was going phone one look and one whiff well until I started to offload the and she said she would make the trailer. One of the bags split open call. for me. The camp ranger was and covered me with the perfumed heading out, so I hiked back to the contents. I know the Scriptures say truck with my fly entourage. I was that we are supposed to make a not a happy camper. joyful noise and be thankful in all Waiting always seems to take an circumstances, but I was not there eternity and such was the case. at that moment. here. Finally, the ranger's truck someone who said, "War is hell" and having to recall that, "this per- son has seen hell." The worldview of someone who has experienced a face of hell is different than for those who have not experienced it. Like the lady who had been robbed, or the person who has been incarcerated, or the individual who has lost a limb, or the child who has been abused, or the per- son who has gone to war, the worldview was once taken for granted. is now changed forever. The home we always assumed to be safe is no longer safe. I watched one ex-serviceman jump when a chameleon came out of a wall toward him, and watched him spin around suddenly when there was a sharp noise behind him. Jesus confronts a man who lived in the tombs and who had an "evil spirit". He lived away from society and Mark tells us that he tore apart the chains of those who wanted to subdue him, and he could cry out and cut himself (Mark 5:1 fo. His first encounter with Jesus led him to say, "What do you want with me... swear to God that you won't torture me." His view of the ur powei arrived, and I shared my misery. He opened up the hood of the truck, looked around for a minute, then reached over and tightened the bat- tery cable. The truck started right up. I couldn't believe that all of my turmoil could have been solved so simply. A friend of mine shared something that I didn't appreciate so much at the time, but appreciate - more now: "Sometimes we are stuck on the garbage piles of life because we are not connected to our power source.", The statement is more true than we sometimes realize. Many times a solution to the problems we are facing can be found when we con- nect to our power source. God. is our power source. Prayer is one strong way we connect to Him. As .American troops are fighting overseas, as our nation faces some decisions which will change the, lives of its' people, as we find our- selves stranded on our individual garbage piles we have to deal with world and others was different from those who lived in the com- munities and who led peaceful lives. The account tells us that Jesus "gave permission" for the evil spir- its to come out of him (Mark 5:13). The evil spirits were displaced and sent off and the man who had been possessed was found sitting, dressed and in his "right mind". His worldview was changed for the better, even after years of trauma and hurt. Out there, there are still loving people, out there we can find people that are kind, there still exist people that want to live in peace and who aren't out to torture or kill or terrorize or destroy. Our message to those who have "seen hell" is that we have a better view of the world and one that will be shared and restored to those who have been hurt if they give it enough time. We have Jesus' call to help in the healing and restoration. Those who come home to us changed need us and we must not fail them. We must be there for them and let them know we still believe. r source in life, a call is going out today for all people of our United States to con- nect to our power source. Today, May 5th, is the 54th annual National Day of Prayer. The National Day of Prayer pro- vides each of us with a powerful opportunity and reminder to come together and bow. our heads in prayer and ask God to bless our leaders with wisdom and discern- ment, to turn our nation from its ungodly ways, and to,bless our - community, our schools, our chil- dren, our churches, our families, and ourselves. This year's theme is "God Shed His Grace On Thee" and is based on Hebrews 4:16 "Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence so that we may receive mercy and find grace in our time of need." In other words, to find mercy and grace .and help in our time of need, let us make' sure we connect to our Power Source! Harlem Highlights Happy Mother's Day!!! On Sunday, May 8, we will cele- brate Mother's Day. For those whose mother is still with you, con- tinue to cherish her, give her the love and flowers while you can. For those whose mother is not with you, we pray that you remember her and the memories you once shared. A Mother's Day Gospel Concert will be held at the Kravatz Center in West Palm Beach, Florida on Sun- day, featuring Dottie Peoples and more. So if you have not made plans for your mother's day cele- bration, this is the ideal gift. Happy Mother's Day from Your Harlem Highlights Correspondents, Emma and Loworn Dixon. DEC meeting A call meeting for the Hendry County Democratic Executive Committee was held last Tuesday night. The meeting was held at the Hendry Cou.nri Sub office in Clewiston. Plans were mriade to finalize the annual banquet, which will be held in Labelle June 10. The social hour will begin at 6:30 p.m. followed by dinner served at 7 p.m. Tickets will be $25. Door prizes along with a silent auction will be Theld. In closing, Spokesperson D. Johnson invited all to their Black Heritage Day May 21. If you would like a booth, call Mrs. Fagan at 675-. 7508. Golden Age Pageant The Committee for the Golden Age Pageant invites each of you to come out on Friday night, May 6, as our older generations of ladies vie for the title of Miss Golden Age Queen. The pageant will be held at the Harlem Civic Center at 7 p.m. Admission: $5 for adults $3 for children. OtherFestival events A Dinner Cruise was taken today, (Thursday). The bus depart- ed at 8 a.m. Golden Age Pageant contestants, escorts, and many oth- erswent on the cruise. On Friday, May 6, the Brown Sugar Talent Show will be held at Clewiston Middle School gym. There %till be many groups display- ing their talent from Ihe communi- ty and surrounding areas. Come out and plan to have a good time. Security will be on site. On Saturday, May 7, the parade will begin promptly at 10 a.m. fol- lowed by field festivities at the A.A. Thomas Park and Pavilion. Volunteers are still needed to assist with the Basketball Tourna- ment Saturday and Sunday. Any Pet Corner Q: Dear Doc Savvy. Hello. My name is John, and I try to listen to your show whenever I can. On occasion I have heard you men- tion, "Do not feed any stray wild animals!" Well, , I have a small - family of rac- . coons on my . property that I have been feed- ing for about a month. They are so adorable, [ and it really seems' harm- less. Why is it such a bad idea? Thank you. John from Loxa- hatchee. A: Well hey John, and thankyou . for tuning in to the show. You should call in sometime! OK, Feed- ing wild raccoons is a bad idea, no matter how cute they are. The problem you are creating is a dependency and, teaching them it is ok to approach humans! If you provide feed for them, they will not hunt for themselves. Also, they may start to come closer, or into your home thinking you are "OK". John did you know that raccoons are one of the top rabies carriers? What if you were bitten? You would have to go through a series of shots as a prevention! So, I strongly recom- mend you stop feeding them ASAP. Take care John, Doc Savvy. Q: Dear Doc Savvy. Is it true that antifreeze kills pets? Myriah in Belle Glade. A: Hello Myriah, yes, it is true. Antifreeze has a chemical in it called ethylene glycol and it is extremely toxic. Antifreeze for some reason has a attractive taste to it, which seems to attract pets! There are some pet friendly antifreeze products out on the mar- ket, but I don't know enough about them to comment. Ethylene Glycol causes an acute onset of renal fail- ure, so in other words, it puts your pet into kidney failure ASAP! And it is not common to remedy the problem with a good prognosis. Treatment is very time sensitive! There are other common house- hold products with ethylene glycol in it too. Liquid Plumber is one of them, so be careful! Great question Myriah. Thanks, Doc Savvy. amount orl olur l ime \ ill be greatly appreciated. Saturday, May 7, the Teen Dance will be held at Clewiston Middle School Cafeteria. The Dance will be well supervised with security on site. Saturday, May 7, the Adult Dance will be held at John Boy Auditorium, plan a night enjoying music and old friends. In appreciation Mrs. Tabitha Edwards Downs passed away last week. Funeral services were held Saturday, April 30 at 11 a.m. at the Tabernacle Wit- ness of Deliverance Church. Red- dick Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. The parents and husband would like to thank each and every- one for their act of kindness shown during the loss of their daughter and wife. Words cannot express the appreciation and gratitude. We pray God will continue to bless each ofyou. The Downs, McCray, Broughton and Edwards family Happy birthday greetings Birthday wishes goes out to: Charle NlMae Jornisori, and all born this \ le f May IstL ... .... ... . A very special greeting to Helen Lewis Boyd. God bless you and all born this week. Pre-school graduation ceremony The faculty and staff of Little Angels Preschool cordially invite each of you to their program Wednesday, May 11 at 7 p.m. at Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church. Come out and hear the little ones as they have been prepared for Clewiston Kindergarten. Priscilla & Dwayne Brown, owners. Teachers: Mrs. Miriam Chavers, Mrs. Brenda Ingraham, and Mrs. Kim Dowell. Center helpers are Frank and Helen Bailey. 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Smith, approached the person who had made the call for help. According to Sergeant Britt, "Suddenly there appeared in front of me two mongrel-type dogs, both growling and snarling." The dogs immediately attacked, lunging at him and grabbing hold to each of the offi- cer's legs. The two dogs, a medi- um-sized black dog and a small, tan dog one is thought-to have been a Pitbull -. continued to attack the officer. "I attempted to fight the dogs off, and at one time grabbed each dog and was holding them off of my legs, but they managed to slip free and continued biting my legs," Sergeant Britt said. Officer Smith, taking note of the attack, went to aid his part- ner and sprayed pepper spray on the dogs to get them to stop attacking. Only then was Sergeant Britt able to get away from the dan- ger, though in a painful state from the multiple bite wounds he suffered. Emergency workers were called in to the scene and treated Sergeant Britt while Officer Smith continued to hold back the dogs. Police Chief Albert Dowdell also arrived at the scene and personally helped keep the dogs from getting out of the area and attacking anyone else. One of the dogs had to be shot because he could not be contained, while the other was captured, by personnel with the animal department. Sergeant Britt. suffered mod- erate wounds to his left calf, his right knee and his right thigh. The dogs penetrated his left fore- arm and the inside of his right wrist. He was taken to Glades General Hospital, where he received a tetanus shot. According to the police, the dogs had been roaming the area before the attack. It is unknown how they escaped, but it is believed that one of the dogs belonged to the owner of a near- by mechanic shop. Authorities will be following up on any sub- sequent action to the owner or owners of the dogs, though it is uncertain at this point what that may be. April 25: Juvenile, 17, Burglary April 25: Juvenile. 15, Burglary April 25: Juvenile, 15, Burglary, Criminal Mischief April 26- Johnnie B. Mays, 59, Criminal Mischief April 26: Hector Perez, 21, Pos- session of Cocaine April 27: Thomas Robert Mall, 62, Animal Cruelty April 27: Juvenile, 16, Burglary, Resisting arrest without Violence April 27: Juvenile, 16, Burglary, Possession of Burglary tools April 28: Juvenile, 17, Shooting into Occupied Vehicle Escape April 28: Jessie Simmons, 30, Aggravated Battery April 29: Tracy Bridges, 23, Warrant-Retail Theft April 30: Rommel Pierrot, 29, Battery April 30: Silvar 0. Bean 24, Unauthorized Possession of Other Drivers License April 30: Clifford Kitchen, 25, Domestic Assault May 1: Mary Royal, 54, Retail Theft May 1: Juvenile, 16, Possession of Dairy Crate, Possession of Cocaine, Possession of Marijuana Crimestoppers Crimestoppers wanted fugitive Crimestoppers of Palm Beach County is asking for public assis- tance in locating wanted fugitive Antonio Eulalio Arebalo. He is described as a white male, 5'8" tall, with brown hair, brown eyes, and weighs 175 pounds. His last known address was Trailer Park, in South Bay. Arebalo is wanted for Failure to Appear: Possession of cocaine. Call (800) 458-TIPS (8477) if you know the whereabouts of Areba- lo.. Callers can remain anony- mous and may be eligible for a $1,000 reward. 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Dr. Allison is most notably known for being the soil chemist who unlocked the secrets to suc- cessfully growing crops in the rich enigmatic Everglades soil known as peat. The secrets are known as the "Four Horsemen of the Everglades Agriculture" and are the four missing trace elements copper, man- ganese, zinc and boron need- ed to make the peat soil suitable for growing crops and raising livestock. Because of Dr. Allison's scien- tific research of the Everglades' soil, what once was hundreds of thousands of acres of unproduc- tive land is now and has been for nearly a century one of the high- est yielding agricultural areas in the world. Dr. Allison was very well edu- cated in soil science. He attend- ed Purdue University where he received in 1920 his Bachelor of Science degree in soils. He then attended Rutgers University on a scholarship where he received his M.S. in 1921 and his PhD in soil chemistry in 1923. While attending Rutgers he worked in the science laboratory under the instruction of Dr. Selman Waks- man, the famous Russian soil microbiologist who is credited for discovering the antibiotic streptomycin from a soil microorganism. In 1924, Dr. Allison traveled to England where he did his post- doctoral study at Rothamsted, the world's oldest agriculture research center and pioneering contributor to soil science. Upon returning to the United States, Dr. Allison was spon- sored in a joint study of Cuban soils with Hugh H. Bennett, the father of the U. S. soil conserva- tion and the first Chief of the Soil Conservation Service. They were in Cuba for two years (1925-26) analyzing all of the island's soils and documenting their findings in the book, "The Soils of Cuba," which Cuba uses to this day as a valuable agricul- tural resource. Days before Dr. Allison's arrival in the fall of 1926, Belle Glade was hit by a hurricane which left water standing for weeks making it unsuitable for research and farming. Once he was able to settle in, he began his aggressive research to find out why some plants sprouted, grew, and then failed. Just before his scientific break- through, the infamous 1928 storm struck Belle Glade leaving devastation and destruction everywhere and leaving the sta- tion with a staff of only two, Dr. Allison and George Tedder. For the next six years, Dr. Alli- son worked tirelessly in his soil research at the station before being "borrowed" for two years to do the Cuban soil surveys. In 1936 he returned to the Universi- ty of Florida in Gainesville as Head of the Soil Chemistry Department until 1944 when, he returned to Belle Glade as the Everglades Experiment Station's vice-director in charge. In 1952, the station appointed him Fiber Technologist because of the growing interest in the durable fabric ramie, a fiber-producing plant, which Dr. Allison original- ly introduced to the experiment station during his first few years there. He concentrated his last 25 years of research to ramie and is considered the "father of ramie". Other noteworthy accom- plishments and achievements by Dr. R.V. Allison are: 1939 founding charter mem- ber and chairman of the Soil and Crop Science of Society of Flori- da. Completed the first aerial map of the state of Florida which proved to be very useful for the rapid growth of the 1950s. Llife member of the Ameri- can Association for the Advance- ment of Science. Listed in Who's Who in American Scientists. Author of many bulletins and articles in his-field. Dr. Allison and his passion in soil and farming research are chief contributors of Florida's agricultural and economic suc- cess for the past century. The history of Belle Glade and other surrounding Palm Beach County communities (Canal Point, Pahokee, South Bay, and Lake Harbor) are indebted to him and the University of Florida for their scientific achievements and dis- coveries that turned their swamp into a sugar bowl. Winners announced for 'Treemendous' contest BELLE GLADE On Satur- day, April 23, the City of Belle Glade held its annual "Great American Cleanup," which is sponsored by the Solid Waste Authority (SWA) and Keep Palm Beach County Beautiful, Inc. (KPBCB). Several local neigh- borhoods were cleaned up as well as Main Street, which the Belle Glade Chamber of Com- merce sponsored. Over 34 tons of trash and lit- ter were collected that day by 140-registered volunteers, cit\ employees and chamber mern- bers. Many thanks to Barbaia Bell-Spence, Johnny Goode-,, Maggie Sallet, and Linda Towell I for planning this event and to the host of sponsors and volunteers who made such a positive impact in our community. In conjunction with the "Great American Cleanup Day ', the Chamber announced the winners of their list e\er "TREErr,erndoius Beauilicatiorn Contest". Contestamn-A-ere judged by Lourdes Ferris, the executive director of KPBCB, Joanna Aiken and Heather Wayde, both liaisons of SWA. Winners were selected based upon the overall, most improve- ments made to beautify the exte- rior of their property grounds and/or building. First place prize of $1,500 was awarded to Gove Elementary School for the creation of their 1st grade reading garden, which gave the previously lifeless area a very vibrant and inviting place for reading. Second place prize of $1,000 was given to Wee Care Child Development Center for the admirable paint job of their facility as well as landscaping the grounds and making a new sign. Third place prize of $500 was awarded to Glades Day School for enhancing their cam- pus with landscaping, especially in their courtyard and around their newly painted sign, which is very attractive to those passing by. In addition to these winners, KPBCB sponsored the tied fourth place winners, Taco Bell and The Paint Store and More, with $250 each for their out- standing improvements. The Chamber is thrilled with the community spirit displayed in all of the contestants' efforts and hard.work. They believe the '1 I Commissioner Delivers Fund Children in Pahokee will have a new place to cool off, thanks to a contribution of $250,000 in recreation bond funds from Commissioner Tony Masilotti. The city plans to build a new splash park next to the library. The "spray- ground" will feature fountains, swings and climbing appa- ratus with an array of water jets and hoses. Pictured (1-r) are City Commissioners Gary McEntire and Allie Biggs, Commissioner Masilotti, Mayor J.P Sasser, City Commis- sioner Henry Crawford and Vice Mayor Keith Babb. Pahokee to wait on new police chief By Jose Jesus Zaragoza PAHOKEE City Manager Lillie Latimore .told commissioners and residents that she would like to hold off on the city filling the vacant police chief slot until later this year. With a slew of new and recent hires at city hall, she said she would like the opportunity to see the important positions comfortable in their new roles before adding any more employees to the top ranks at the city chief of police included. The city manager conveyed that thought to the community at a recent city meeting, held in Paho- kee April 26, in response to a ques- tion from a commissioner inquir- ing as to the process. Recent disruptions in the hierar- chy at city hall have led to the resig- nations of a number of employees. With such a high turnover rate, city staff continues working through the transition and adapt to the new faces, Ms. Latimore explained. The city manager told the com- mission in the past that most of the resignations were of people look- ing to expand their careers by pur- suing other projects in the corpo- rate and governmental arenas. The city of Pahokee cannot compete with the pay of other organizations, I - ,i. which has lured some of the employees away. According to Ms. Latimore, the city, in only the last few months, has hired a new city clerk, a new human resources person and finance director and added a con- tract compliance officer and an assistant to the city manager. "In even large organizations, the change of three positions is already too much," she said after the meet- ing. To focus the city's efforts at sta- bilization, she hopes the commis- sion will agree that waiting a few months will be the best way to approach the hiring of the new chief. She calls the flood of hires a "shock" to the city's administra- tion. "I'm stretched in 2,000 direc- tions trying to get them settled," Ms. Latimore said. The city manager asked the commission to support her recom- mendation to hold off on the deci- sion until the end of summer, when she imagined the city would select the new chief. The process, though, would begin in July, with the city advertis- ing for the position at that time and allowing a grace period in which to accept the applications.. Until today, the city has received less than a handful of applicants to inquire about the position and sub- mit their resumes for review. City staff will review all entries following the official advertisement forthejob. Ms. Latimore remains mindful of the community's push to select a new chief as quick as possible. Fol- lowing the resignation of the for- mer police chief under what the city has described as lackluster per- formance, the community has wondered what would happen to the empty slot.. ' Almost immediately following the former chief's departure, the city named Detective Calipto Gon- zalez to the interim police chief position, which he has held for approximately two months now. Though the commission has expressed approval for Chief Gon- zalez's performance thus far, the city manager said she would like to offer a fair opportunity to all appli- cants. "I know that's not what the peo- . ple want to hear," said Ms. Lati- more, "but it would be worse to keep adding new people." Saa I 'i toifT DInH a iiir : ..,- ... .... -.., D ish D epi ot 1 L ,!o jj.1 Jnv .S ctrls o Lcr lahY urEce t ItW Prfa ionm I LL"' T- i- IN-.* .. W4 ___U.;.2- .-..Or, LaBelle (863) 674-4728 1 nwo . S......... ... 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System li service System service $49.95 * Inspection of hoses and belts * Mopar antireeze replacement (2-gal max) * Pressure test system 8 Thursday, May 5,2005 o ^ .. ,' .4 mantVICE 'V Thursday, May 5, 2005 Serving the communities south of Lake Okeechobee 9 County retirees .. " Staff photos/Patty Brant Tommy Chipman, left, retired after ten years as Chief Build- ing Inspector at the Building, Licensing and Code Enforce- ment Department. He received a plaque recognizing his efforts on behalf of the county at the April 26 county com- mission meeting from commission Chair Bo Pelham. Easton Burchard, left, retired after eight years as Direc- tor of the Building, Licensing and Code Enforcement Department. Commission Chair Bo Pelham had the honor of presenting him with a plaque in recognition of his contributions to the county. Best customer service Melissa Agent (second from left) of Lyons Printing & Office Supplies is honored with the Clewiston Chamber's Cus- tomer Service Recognition Award on Wednesday morning in a surprise ceremony. She received a plaque and a $100 check. Pictured with the honoree (left to right) are Iva Pittman, Deputy City Manager who nominated Ms. Agent, K T Windham, Chamber President, and Betsy McVayl, Office Manager at.Lyons Printing *& Office Supplies. Central Elementary Honor Roll 3rd 9 Weeks A Honor Roll Kindergarten Miss Davis.- Amber Cornelius, Amber Harrold, Perei Henderson, Jessica Lopez, Jake Mahoney, Crystal McGlamery, Jah-Reece Murphy, Devyn Taylor Mrs. A. Martinez Jalevpha Edwards, Cheyenne Mathis, San- dra Acosta-Reyes, Olga Rivera Mrs. S. Morrell Hannah Bar- raza, Alfredo Diaz, Quintavis Grif- fin, Jose Juarez, T. J. McLendon, Carley Morrell, Ashley Roth, Tylyn Tarter Mrs. R. Pelham Noah Law- son, Joel McCray, Yennifer Mejia- Ruiz, Albert Zamarripa Miss Williams Katerin Arto- la, Parei Henderson, Alfredo Her- nandez, Devon Jackson, Nicholas Ortega, Jose Rios, Mariela Rodriguez, Trevor Wilcher I st grade Mr. Busin Emily Akin, Christina Arredondo, Deryan Bal- tazar, Gerson Diaz, Brooklyn Gur- ganious Mrs. Lawson Kyle Bardin, Marisol Gonzalez, Key'Ante Jones, Karen Velazquez, Nydia Ysasi Mrs. B. Morrell Alyssa Avant, Stannira Butler, Aristin Gray, Kyle Knaack, Kyle Mann, Alex Suarez, Whitney Thompson, Davis Witt Mrs. R. Rawls Breanna Berry, Alex Martinez, Savannah Martinez, Randy Paniagua, Quadelupe Trevino Miss Scruggs Emry Denson, Alan Fernandez, Fernando Guillen, Chelsea Hernandez, Frank Rojas, Victoria Shanoski, Julio Valdez Mrs. D. Young Katerine Chang, Ankit Patal, Alyna Pereiro, Samuel Rivera, Flavie Thivierge 2nd grade Miss Baldwin Ashley Akin, Nancy Castillo, Valeria Cerda, Cas- sandra Hernandez, Rachel Mor- rell, Jesus Ramirez, Kayla Rosen, Zachery Smith, Kimberly Zamora Miss Harvey- Belkis Mejia Mrs. Kanagy Ashley Adams, Vanessa Rodriguez, Susan Walker Mr. Mountain Shaina Penny, Leticia Rico, Crystal Vera 3rd grade Mr. Self- Juana Rico Mrs. Meadows Itzia Garcia, Marlisha Pass, Lauro "Jose" Ysasi Mrs. Richardson Sade Awe Mrs. Rodriguez Nelson Granados, Jenny Lopez, Josvany Pastor, Christian Rodriguez, Alan Rudd, Jalen Rushing 4th grade Mr. Burnitt Seleny Lopez, Maria Mendoza, Elizabeth Minero 5th grade Mr. Burlington Joy-Anna Bryan, Shamus Samerdyke Mrs. Gary Stacy Cook, Jessica Evans A-B Honor Roll Kindergarten Mrs. S. Morrell Diabalique Johnson, Jordan Whitehurst Mrs. R. Pelhamrr Tamara Carter, Amanda Garcia, Elton Perez Miss Williams Harley Edwards, Diandra Odom, Kayla Summeralls, Victoria Treece, Daisy Valdez 1st grade Mr. Busin Toby Clements, Kora Harris, Ronald "Buddy" Hedrick, Maurice Murphy, Austin Pearson, Roberto Pompa, Jenna Powell Mrs. Lawson Delores Bocanegra, Giraldo Carreno, Alvin Freeman Mrs. B. Morrell Caleb Curry, Crystal Vasquez, Rosicela Villatoro Mrs. R, Rawls Criatal Cas- taneda, Tomorin Thicklin Miss Scruggs Jessica Riquiz 2nd Grade Mrs. A. Alfau Amy Cruz, Odalys Del Rio, Jonekqua Howard, Rodrigo Mendoza, Jesarela Negrete, Armado Perez, Jessica Rivero, Nyterian Stewart, Bryan Vega Miss Baldwin Anthony Dominguez, Kristen Gray, Quincy Griffin, Erikah Paniagua, Dai'Shouna Payne, Daniel Valle Miss Harvey Agustin Aguirre, Danaida Gilkes, Carla Iza- gquirre, Daniel Martinez, Walter- Vazquez Mrs. Kanagy Darrius Bur- ney, Alize Grimsley, Ana Rangel, Jacob Rudd Mr. Mountain Meghan Arquelles, Adrian Avelan, Alejan- dro Mendoza, Ulises Raya 3rd grade Mr. V. 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Hendry County Board of mission Chairman Bo Pelham as Mr. Boyle receives a plaque Commissioners Chairman Bo Pelham made the presentation recognizing his volunteer efforts to transport disabled veter- at the April 26 commission meeting, ans to VA medical centers. DAV drivers earn award from county The Disabled American Veter- ans (DAV) Van Program provides a no-cost means of transportation for area veterans to receive health- care that some veterans would oth- erwise be unable to afford. The VA Medical Center provides a van and the monetary support for every- thing the van needs, except for a TOUCHDOWNr------- 4 BREAKFAST :10% OFF 2 Pancakes, 2 eggs, 2 bacon strips and 2 sausage links only 3.59 driver. In past year, the DAV Van Program has transported veterans to an overage of more than 400 appointments per year. Hendry County has two separate van pro- grams, because two VA medical centers provide medical support to the veterans in Hendry County. At the April 26 county commis- Breakfast, iLunch or Dinner' Must Present Coupon * SNot valid wiany other I offer Exp 5/31/05 I I. ---_-- M.-aW- Ffvqc. 3. . a --- S' 10% OFF i Breakfast, i Lunch or Dinner S AMusi Pree- t C..ur .'n r I rI I % 1 -, / '.J .-- 1( '~ '--4 1030 West Sugarland H,,-. . Clevwiston, Florida 863-983-3663 '' t"'.V":':" N 4r- sion meeting, Chairman Bo Pel- ham presented two plaques to show the county's gratitude to two veterans that are still serving. Bruce Boyle served on active duty in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War and has been a volunteer driver for the past seven years. Michael St. Clair, served on active duty in Viet- nam and retired from the U.S. Air Force Reserves.-He has been a vol- unteer driver for the past six years. , These plaques were given in recognition, and appreciation of their many hours as volunteer driv- ers and providing transportation to the veterans of Hendry County dur- ing the year of 2004. I PUBLIC NOTICE FINAL CERTIFICATION In compliance with Chapter 193.122, (2), Florida Statutes, Hendry County Property Owners are hereby advised that the complete 2004 Hendry County Tax Rolls, includ- ing properties reviewed by the Value Adjustment Board, were certified for collection to the County Tax Collector on April 26, 2005. Kristina A. Kulpa, Hendry County CFA, ASA Property Appraiser ~I~~x~qv Pilar Home Developers,, Inc 2501 W. 80th St. Suite 9 Hialeah, FL S1-800-901-2192 SMontura Country Living -: C Contempo Home 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 2 Car Garage on 1.25 acres with 2,379 sq.ft. $204,635.00 Single Family Homes Pre-Construction Prices Starting at $156,000.00 L .' I IA ve 0 \', I ., I -, I I "% I i 9 Serving the communities south of Lake Okeechobee Thursday, May 5, 2005 I I I I I t* I Serving the communities south of Lake Okeechobee HavIefolSel.III II Gives 0ou y4A*S i' ^.. ,:./ , STK#53224 )' '" "- -E I if-l' HI.HB&- ' iL . 6 TO CHOOSE! 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CROSSFIRE LEASES ARE 39 MONTHS, 12K MILES PER YEAR, $4000 CASH OR TRADE DUE, PLUS FIRST MONTHS PAYMENT, TAX, TAG, TITLE. 700 OR BETTER BEACON SCORE IS REQUIRED. PT CRUISER TOURING CONV. IS 39 MONTH LEASE, 12K MILES PER YEAR, $199 PER MO. $3000 CASH OR TRADE EQUITY PLUS FIRST MONTHS PAYMENT, TAX, TAG, TITLE. DUE AT SIGNING, WITH APPROVED CREDIT AND MINIMUM BEACON OF 700. 2005 CARRERAADV. mo w -- .,' I I a 1 Thursday, May 5, 2005 Serving the communities south of Lake Okeechobee 11 * It's a ringer! Repeat champions for the 2005 Sugar Festival Horseshoe tournament are, from left, Hubert Hoardman, Christine Howell-representing tournament sponsor Howell Oil Com- nean .--it onA Wtn ..orei Qeinelgir * pdny, diul ndywa[ru oinuer: d , ,ILady Terrie -By Mark Young " It's been a record-setting year , for the Lady Terriers of Moore '. Haven High School and the prover- ':bial icing on the cake came at the - April 26-27 district championship >: tournament, where the Lady Terri- ers emerged with their first ever dis- . trict title. K After opening up their season - with an 8-2 loss at the hands of the K Lady Tigers from Clewiston, Moore | Haven launched an incredible run, -.winning nine out of their next 11 , games and splitting their season -finales with a 6-6 record. Their 15 K victories, including a 6-2 record j over district opponents, saw the : Lady Terriers enter the district tour- | nament as the team to beat, with a j number one seed. -- It didn't take long for Moore CHaven to set the standard with a &-21-0 thrashing of Evangelical after getting a first round bye. St. John , Neumann put up a stiffer battle, : -especially considering Moore C Haven had beaten them twice dur- Sing the regular season by a com- -bined score of 19-0, but the Lady l, n T ers dumped their final oppo- S rnent I-0i to take the district tile ! It was Moore Ha\en's niinih '.shutout of the year and gave them S",their 17th season victory, as the ;"squad prepares for regionals, ,,.which they will host as district , champs. ' Head coach Chris Goodwin I said the Lady Terriers accom- |-plished a lot of firsts this season. ": After losing four seniors from 1I last year's team, we had to reload .and in doing so, did it with six, Eighth graders, making this the (youngest team ever at Moore !. Haven, in softball," he said. "It is Also the first time Moore Haven has o beaten state power 3A Key West, 7 the first time they have beaten St. ; John Neuman twice during a sea- son and then extended it to three Sports Briefs 'Soccer registrations Soccer registrations for the .upcoming youth soccer leagues Swill only.last two more days only at c the Clewiston Middle School cafe- 'teria. No late registrations will be :accepted. Registration will be held Ma\ 7, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m., and May 21 from 9 a.m. until I p.m. Registration fees are $50 for the . first child and $45 for any additional -children within the same family. Fees include a full uniform, insur-' ',ance, and a trophy. Fees do not include cleats, ball, or shin-guards, ,.which are mandatory for play. All new players need to submit a pho- tocopy of their birth certificate (the copy will not be returned). Only parents or legal guardians may sign for their children. For further infor- mation, call Heather Hess at 233- Lady Tigei By Mark Young Clewiston High School's Lady Tigers placed sixth overall, out of 40 teams vying for the regional championship, which took place April 23, but also returned a regional champ and a regional championship relay squad. Senior Alisa Abreu, senior Everlyn Thompson, sophomore Tequilla Weston, freshman Mary Hegley, and sophomore Curtissa Franklin combined to win the 4x400-meter relay race, emerging as regional champs, and securing a spot in the state championship finals with a winning time- of 4:14.21. Joining the Lady Tiger relay team as champions was Nichole Pope who dominated the regional shot put action with a victorious toss of 36'08". Pope's winning shot put throw powered her to victory by just under three feet. Earning valuable points for Clewiston was Teadra Jackson, who captured tenth place in the dicus and Thompso took fifth in the long jump. Clewiston's mighty relay team was not done making noise as individuals from the squad separated to accom- plish some impressive individual feats, as well. Weston sprinted her way into rs place sixth at meet third place in the premier 100- enough members to qualify for a meter dash event while teammate team score. Thompson finished sixth overall. Pope's first place performance Hegley would also get a sixth and Weston's third place efforts, place finish with her performance as well as the mile relay team's in the 400-meter dash while West- regional championship output, on was back in medal form with a saw them all head to the state third place effort in the 200-meter championships. dash. --.. The Academy of Holy Names earned the top spot with 70.5 points, Immokalee was second with 66 points, Hernando was third with 54 points, Lake Wales was fourth with 51 points, Bishop Verot was fifth with 44.5 points, and the Lady Tigers representing Clewiston High School finished sixth with 42 points. Eighteen other schools fin- ished behind Clewiston in points while several other squads repre- senting another 15 schools did not compile points or did not field Weston posted at least one top 10, with her time in the 200, the mile relay team finished 1 lth,,and Pope would conclude the state meet with an impressive fourth place effort, launching the heavy *ball a full foot further than what claimed her the regional champi- onship. "Even though Nicole Pope was the only girl to place at the state meet, the Clewiston girls put forth a tremendous effort and they all posted their best times of the year," said Lady Tiger.head coach Al Morrell. Monday May 9t ONLY $20 Iac!PglFe:a& *Free Buffet, Free Entertainment an& Much More *Free Buffet, Free Entertainment & Much More* rs capture 2A district championship I Law Offices of Robert L. Vaughn, P.A. I S1 1 W.C. uwen Clewiston, FL 33440 LaBelle, FL 33975 LU0U LOUer w.Ve. Ft Myers, FL 33901 863 902-9211 (863 675-7719 (239) 936-9393 Courtesy photo The Lady.Terriers, of Moore Haven High School captured the school's first ever softball dis- trict championship after sweeping through their competition this past weekend in the 2A tournament. Moore Haven will now host a regional semi-final game. after winning the district final" This was also the first time the Lady Terriers entered the district tournament as the number one seed and after Evangelical knocked off Cantebury 23-12, but was little match to the overpowering Lady Terriers who put on an offensive showcase, backed by solid pitch- ing from Sera Griffin and Megan. Randolph who combined to throw the one-hit 21-0 shutout. The victory pitted Moore Haven against St. John Neumann who had defeated Community School of Naples, the only team to have achieved the upper hand against Moore Haven during the regular season. It proved to be a battle. Randolph was a blistering force from the mound, striking out 15, with no walks, and only allowing three hits. But the pitching was equally effective from the other side, and it took more than seven 3208. Coaches and volunteers are needed for the soccer program to reach its fullest level of success. Athankyou South Bay Youth League (SBYL) is proud of its award-winning sports teams supported by the Nat Moore Foundation. Sports education, train- ing and development were the key that unlocked the doors for partici- pating youth from underserved areas of Palm Beach County. Coaches needed in Clewiston The Clewiston Cougars are seeking football and cheerleader coaches for the 2005 season. Any- one interested in volunteering AMERICAN HOME CARE A Home Health Agency has immediate openings for the following positions in Clewiston: Director of Nursing Fulltime Starting Salary $50,000 With Full Benefits Must Be RN, with Current Florida License, has home health experience. ' PRN Field Nurse RN $30.00/visit $55.00 Admission and $60.00 for weekend admission plus mileage. Data Entry Fulltime with Benefits. PRN PT/OT/ST/MSW/Home Health Aide Please call at 1-866-766-0033 or fax your resume at 863-983-5655 or visit our website at www.americanhomecare.org for more information. innings before the Lady Terriers found the chink in the armor to capture the game and champi- onship. Susan Mathis drew a lead off walk in the seventh, but a failed bunt attempt left a solo runner aboard with one out. Sierra Dionne made it safely to first to avoid the double play and Dionne stole sec- ond base as Moore Haven's next hitter went down on strikes, leav- ing a runner in scoring position, but with two outs on the board in the final inning. The throw down to second. went awry, getting by the infielders and just past the glove of the cen- terfielder. Coach Goodwin gam- bled that Dionne could make it home before the Lady Celtic could gather in the loose ball and make the throw, and the gamble paid off 'with Dionne scoring the winning run. please contact April White or Char- lene Forde. The league has also formed a new board. The new members are: President Ben Cut- shaw, Vice President Charles Fel- ton, Treasurer Charlene Forde (228-3986), Secretary April White (228-7887), Athletic Director Rick Benjamin, Jose Casas, Melvin Brooks, Al Gary, and Ray Tolbert. Travel baseball has new teams Clewiston welcomes AAU .trav- el baseball with two new travel teams for ages 12 and under and for those 14 and under. Home games are played at the Sugarland Park Sports Complex. Admission is free. Concessions are available. All games are double-headers. Follow An exact date and time of the regional tournament was not avail- able at press time, but the Lady Ter- riers will host the regional quarter- finals against Tampa Prep with a 7 p.m. game time scheduled. Dionne is the squad's only sen- ior this year and it was fitting for her to touch home plate for the district- winning moment. Griffin and Whitney Ball are the team's only juniors. Megan Randolph and Chantell Morris make up the team's two sophomores and the rest. of the squad are made up of eighth graders. They include Macy Randolp, Alisha Beck, Mathis, Kara Ander- son, Ashanti Shepherd, and Jessica Echols. Freshman Kristen Taylor, freshman Kaylee McQuern, eighth grader Marci Garcia, and-freshman Jalessa Gadson also joined up with the varsity squad following the conclusion of their JV season. the league and standings online at www.AAUGOLDCOST.org; for more information, contact John Davis at (239) 253-8576. More Coaching help needed The Clewiston Youth Baseball League is still in need of sponsors and umpires for the upcoming youth baseball season. If-you would like to get involved in spon- soring a team or purchasing a ban- ner, please contact Abby Mass at 228-0475. Umpires are also needed this year a certification is1 required. 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Over 50 miles .20 a mile. m Fe L.- NOTICE The Glades County School Board Will Hold A Public Hearing On May 26, 2005 At 7:00 p.m. In The Glades County School Board Meeting Room 400 10th Street, SW Moore Haven, Florida To Consider Proposed Changes To The Student Progression Plan Copies of the Proposed Changes Are Available By Contacting Mazie Ford, Director of Curriculum 400 10th Street, SW Moore Haven, Florida (863)946-2083 m RiATI Ted Schiff, M.D. and the professional staff at Water's Edge Dermatology will treat you with all the care and expertise you expect. Adult and Pediatric Dermatology Diseases of the Skin, Hair and Nails * Surgery of the Skin, Skin Cancer Treatment MOHS Skin Cancer Surgery New patients are welcome. Medicare and most insurance accepted. NEW OFFICE: 542 W. Sagamore Ave. Building E, Hospital Annex Clewiston, FL 866-549-2830 Stat:(72 19277 PrtS. Lce 72)3535 Ft ire 72 5559 kehbe:(6)4766 Pam echGrdn: 51)6 4-99 S.Lci.es:(72 .7118 11 Thursday, May 5, 2005 Serving the communities south of Lake Okeechobee LOGYl I. I COUP N MUST BE PR T 12 Serving the communities south of Lake Okeechobee Thursday, May 5,2005 Community Living wills The recent Terry Shiavo case has prompted many questions and concerns about "living wills". In the event you are unable to speak for yourself, do you need to have your wishes for your health care in writing? To address these community concerns,. Hendry Regional Medical Center will be sponsoring a seminar on Advance Directives and Living Wills Thursday, May 5, at 7 p.m. in the HRMC Conference Room. Guest speakers will be local attor- ney Melanie McGahee and Dr. M. Kabbesh; internist and gerontolo- gist, at the Family Care Center. Chris Hamilton, HRMC Risk Man- ager will also be available to answer any questions about how Advance Directives are handled in the hospital setting. Please join the group and bring your ques- tions for an informative discus- sion on end-of-life issues. Because seating is limited, please call 902-3043 to make a reserva- tion. Summer Tumbling Camp Clewiston Performing Arts Center with Mrs. Mammen and Ms. Escobar, June 6-16 Monday- . Thursday, $45 plus $15 registra- tion, if new to CPAC, ages five and up. Beginning 2:15-3:15 p.m., Intermediate 3:15- 4:15 .p.m., Advance 4:15-5:15`p.m. Registra- tion will be Thursday, April 28 and Thursday, May 5, from 6-7 p.m. at 725 Central Avenue, in Clewiston. For more information call (239) 564-3473. Alcoholics Anonymous Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Tuesday, and Friday, at 8 p.m. at the Community Presby- terian Church 407 Royal Palm Ave. Servicio en Espanol First Methodist Church of Clewiston is starting a Hispanic Worship Service Sunday evenings at 7 p.m. Son todos bienvenidos. Everyone is welcome! Call Rev, Perez at 677-3190 with questions.' Class of '95 reunion The class of 1995 is planning their 10-year reunion and need your address. Students, parents, and friends, please contact them via e-mail with current addresses, so they can mail out invitations. They will need a head count before any final decisions are made. The reunion is scheduled for May 28. E-mail any questions or information to Classofl 995CHS@hotmail.com. This information is needed ASAP. It's Cruising Time Again Thursday, May 5, for more information contact Freddie's Beauty Salon at 983-5236 or Janet Taylor at 983-2729. Cruise will leave from West Palm Beach. Clewiston Adult School The Clewiston Adult School will be offering the Para Pro Test May 11. You may contact the ,Clewiston Adult School at 983- 1511 or 983-1512 for more ihfor- mation. The Clewiston Adult School is also offering a variety of, classes that range from GED prep, ABE, ESOL (English for .Speakers of Other Languages), Basic Computer, Spanish, and Substitute Teacher Preparation. Also be sure to ask about the Hendry. County Adult School Scholarship. You may contact the Clewiston Adult, School at (863) 983-1511 for more information. Christian Women's Outreach .In case you have not been to a Christian Women's Outreach meeting or maybe you have just moved to town, learn about this organization. It is a group of women from several churches that enjoy getting together quar- terly for fellowship, friendship, a time of worship and uplifting. messages from speakers. They are interdenominational and do not speak or teach along denomi- national lines. They meet four times a year at various churches and just enjoy a mini retreat right in LaBelle. They want to extend an invitation to all women in the area to come and join us. The next meeting will be on Saturday morning, Oct. 30 at Life Ministries on Highway 80. The doors will . open at 9:30 a.m. for a time of hospitality and the service begins at 10 a.m. It is the desire to come togeth- er and grow in love with our Lord and each other. If you have recently moved to our area, please come and join, they would love to meet you. If you do not have a church home, they will be glad to ma.ke you aware of the different c.virches,.ip LaBelle. If you do not attend a church, they would love to have you come - this is a good opportunity to meet and form friendships. RAF reunion planned Cadets from the 5 British Fly- ing Training School (5BFTS), who trained at Riddle Field, in. Clewiston, during WWII, is hav- ing a reunion in Bedford, Eng- land, Sept. 16-18. Contact Harold Kosola at (229) 435-4119, or fax at (229) 888-5766, or contact him by e-mail at koslo@att.net. Rainbow Trails of an addict. Narconon Arrow- head can help. Narconon offers free counseling, assessments and referrals to rehabilitation centers nationwide by calling (800) 468- 6933 or logging onto- www.stopaddiction.com. Don't wait until it's too late. Call Nar- conon now. Cub Scout meetings Cub Scout Pack 667 meets every Thursday in the Clewiston Youth Center at 6:30 p.m., and has room for more members. Come check us out. Currently, we are building go-carts. Parents are helps kids heal invited and encouraged to come. Call Angie at the Youth Center for The Hope Hospice Rainbow more information. Trails Camp for bereaved chil- dren helps to heal young hearts Hope Hospice and change lives forever. . Clewiston area children ages Support Groups 6-16 who have had someone sig- P nificant in their life die in the past Mending Steps is adult grief year are eligible to attend the support in Clewiston for those camp at no cost, on Friday, June who have experienced the loss of 10 through Sunday, June 12. a loved one. For more informa- Registration is now open. For tion, please call (239) 489-9149 or more information, call (239) 489- toll-free (866) 983-7771 9149 or (800) 835-1673. Flu shots available Wheelchairs Flu Vaccines are available to available the public at Hendry Regional The Senior Wheels USA pro- Corporate Health for $20. Call making availsle pr (863) 983-1123 for details. gram is making available power wheelchairs to senior citizens- Class of '85 reunion and the permanently .disabled at The Clewiston High School no cost, if they qualify. The power Class of '85 is beginning plans for wheelchairs are provided to the big 20th class reunion and are those who can no longer walk looking for help in the planning .nor self-propel a manual wheel- of and contacting of former class- chair, and who-meet the addition- mates. The reunion is scheduled al guidelines of the program. No for July 29-30. For more informa- deposit is required, if the patient's tion, contact Chris Wellslager at need is for. use in the home. 983-8778 or 983-5121 or Missy Please call for more information Walker at 983-3169 or 228-2890. about qualifying at (800) 246- Please help 6010. Please help Faith in Action if you can Girl Scout Troop 455 is trying to research the history of Girls Scouts in Clewiston. If anyone has any pictures, memorabilia, etc., please contact Lisa Owens at (863) 228-7895. Diabetes Classes Free Diabetes classes started March 3 at Hendry Regional Med- ical Center. Seats are limited. Call Toni Pavey-McDaniel at 983-1123 for more information. Family counseling available SDrug addiction can leave an individual feeling helpless and out of control, especially if you are the family member or friend expansion 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 information. Those with a desire to make a difference in someone's life by volunteering are encouraged to call the same phone numbers for more infor- mation on this wonderful volun- teer program benefiting resi- dents in Hendry/Glades Counties. Support Services The Agricultural and Labor Fe higher suggested impact fees, ing jobs with salaries above the between local governmental ee especially those which exceed mean and to craft a benefit pack-, entities. rates in neighboring Lee County. age utilizing the Enterprise Zone. Continued From Page 1 LaBelle's plan would allow The city of LaBelle can opt to The county commission has apply "trip length" methodology for delayed payments for several set its own impact fee rates inde- invited representatives of both to residential impact fee struc- years and implementation of an pendent of the county. However, LaBelle and Clewiston to a work- Economic Developmeht Council the Department of Community shop to discuss impact fees at 2 tures. In addition, LaBelle also rebate program to offset impact' Affairs does not recommend it, p.m. Tuesday, May 17, in Clewis- wants to reevaluate some of the fees for new businesses generat- since it would create disparities top. buying Congress and the regulato- More than 1,000 events will take tered nurses, the largest health ry agencies on health care issues place during Cover the Uninsured care profession, are working to affecting nurses and the public. Week, involving nurses, doctors, improve health care. From bed- Continued From Page 1 In addition, nurses are ericour- union members, business own- side nursing in hospitals and long- Members and organizational affil- aged to observe and participate in ers, hospitals, members of reli- term care facilities to the halls of iates, advances the nursing pro- Cover the Uninsured Week, April gious groups, students, grandpar- research institutions, state legisla- fession by fostering high stan-. 30 May 8. Nurses see firsthand ents and people from all walks of tures, and Congress, the depth dards of nursing practice, the consequences that stem from life and every point of view. and breadth of the nursing profes- promoting economic and general a lack of health insurance cover- Traditionally, National Nurses sion is meeting the expanding welfare, promoting a positive and age: Sicker patients who have Week is devoted to highlighting health care needs of American realistic view of nursing, and lob- postponed needed health care. the diverse ways in which regis- society. Program, Inc. located in Winter (LIHEAP) services to eligible Haven, has been awarded a grant applicants in Hendry and Glades from the Department of Commu- counties. For an application nity Affairs to provide Low and/or information please call Income home Energy Assistance (800) 330-3491., ENROLL NOW 2005-2006 Sc-hool Year a mwaw 4 w& q&& eAsvti ofQOd * 3 & 4 YEARS OLD A BEKA CultrCUtLUM MORNING & AFTERNOON CARE Li' Angels Preschool offers a superior Christian education in a positive and loving environment conductive to learning., Please visit our facility at 301 SE Ave E, Belle Glade or call us at (561) 996-0776 for more information , & 1ites Health Care Center t } Skilled Long & Short Term Care Facility State-Rated 5 Stars "A A"A"** Healthcare Services Include: *Specialized Wound Care *Resident & Family Council Groups *Full Time Medical Director *Specialized HIV Care *Dialysis Support *Physical, Occupational & Speech Therapy *Alzheimer's Support Groups .24 hour Registered Nurse Staffing *Intravenous Therapy *Therapeutic Activities 230 South Barfield Highway Pahokee, Florida 33476-1834 PHONE: 561-924-5561 FAX: 561-924-9466 Other facilities in Gainesville & Bradenton Visit our website at www.floridacare.net Dietary Staff Positions Av able Cooks& e Staff Apply in Person ?aim Jwcet 301 S. Gloria St., Clewiston FL ( .' -, > Featuring Alvin Slaughter & other artist of the Glades May 13 7:00 PM New Harvest Church 370 Holiday Isle Blvd Heroes Continued From Page 1 Over the years, Randy has been called on to serve other areas of our state during major disasters or wildfires. Immediate- ly after Hurricane Charley hit the city of Arcadia, Randy organized and managed Fire and EMS Ser- vices to the city of Arcadia responding to all their calls for more than two weeks. Mr. Baird added, extremely proud of Bengston and all our "I am Randy county employees, it is a pleasure to provide opportunities for new leaders to encourage economic work alongside such dedicated business to prosper, provide job development and therefore folks." training and technologies solu- improve the lives of their citizens The adopted resolution read as tions.. Counties provide needed and make their communities follows: elderly services for grandmothers more lovable. Whereas, county employees and grandfathers and healthcarecounties have a long police our.streets, fight fires, save to the disabled and needy. When Whereas, counties have a long lives in hospitals and health cen- natural or man-made disasters history of providing critical servic- ters, keep families healthy, repair strike, county emergency services County government is the citi- bridges, plow snow, help trou- keep children and their families zen's local government voice bled youths and young adults, safe and informed until order can providing solutions that bring train laid-off workers, provide vet- be restored. communities together. erans services and perform ., Whereas, counties provide Now, therefore, be it resolved countless other jobs for, which services that make America's that in recognition of the leader- they deserve to be recognized. communities stronger safer ship innovation and valuable Whereas, counties provide places to live and raise families. service provided by our nation's public safety, and offer medical Whereas, county officials and counties the Hendry County and human services. 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Thursday, May 5, 2005 12 Serving the communities south of Lake Okeechobee lis-'---^.;' First run for child abduction team proves successful FT. MYERS The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) is pleased to announce the successful recovery of 12-year-old Margarita Aguilar-Lopez who went missing from Manatee County on Tuesday. Margarita was located in South Carolina by FDLE and FBI special agents. "We are extremely happy that Margarita is safe. It was a total team effort on the part of local, state and federal law enforcement who did outstanding investigative work," said FDLE Assistant Special Agent in Charge Steve Emerson of the Ft. Myers office. The disappearance of Margarita spurred the first activation of the Fort Myers Regional Child Abduc- tion Response Team (CART). CART was established earlier this year to form a team of law enforcement investigators and analysts through- out the region that could respond quickly to a reported abduction and assist local law enforcement with the investigation. On Tuesday, FDLE was contacted by the Bradenton Police Department with the report of a missing child. FDLE's Missing Children's Informa- tion Clearinghouse, located in Talla- hassee, quickly issued a missing child alert across the state. The CART was activated and responded to the Bradenton Police Department. Working from the intelligence gathered by the BPD, agents began interviewing witnesses and family members. Information revealed that Margarita had been missing since Monday evening. Family members waited to report her dis- appearance to laW enforcement until the next morning. It was believed that Margarita was with Antonio Paulino-Perez, age 25. Police learned that Paulino-Perez may try to take Margarita out of the state. An Amber Alert was issued and law enforcement around the country was notified of the descrip- tion of the victim and the suspect and a possible vehicle in which they might be traveling. Cart members continued to work through the night Tuesday and into Wednesday morning fol- lowing approximately 80 tips gen- erated through the Amber Alert sys- tem. Through the use of a confidential informant and inves- tigative techniques, agents were Attorney General sues health provider TALLAHASSEE Attorney General Charlie Crist announced that he has sued a Collier County mental health provider for submit- ting more than 3,700 false claims to receive more than $514,000 from Florida's Medicaid program. The lawsuit filed under Florida's False Claims Act alleges that case managers at David Lawrence Men- tal Health Center routinely billed Medicaid up to $40 per hour for activity that was not eligible for reimbursement by the Medicaid program. Case managers submit- ted claims for "targeted case man- agement" to Medicaid for such things as accompanying a recipient to the beach for the day, attending parties and carnivals, running per- sonal errands for recipients, shop- ping for and delivering a birthday cake and snack chips, and taking recipients to lunch. "Florida is sending a message that defrauding the Medicaid pro- gram has consequences," said Crist. "The taxpayers fund this life- line that is designed to provide services for low income taxpayers. While Medicaid is there is help needy patients, it was never intend- ed to fund escorts for a trip to the beach or to attend parties." The lawsuit alleges that when David Lawrence Mental Health Center provided actual case man- agement services, case managers routinely inflated the amount of time claimed. The center then sub- mitted those inflated claims to Medicaid for payment. The pri- mary goal of targeted case man- agement is to coordinate the provi- sion of services by others. The Attorney General is seeking triple damages for the amount falsely submitted to Medicaid, for a total of more than $1.5 million, plus $10,000 for each false claim submitted by David Lawrence Mental Health Center. A copy of the complaint is avail- able at www.myfloridalegal.com/Lawren ceComplaint.pdf Extension Service offers cleanup course able to locate Margarita and Pauli- no-Perez at a Wal-Mart in Easley, South Carolina at approximately 8:30 p,m, on Wednesday evening. The case is still under investigation and charges are pending against Paulino-Perez. "The CART is a work in' progress," Emerson said. "But from what I have seen during this case I believe the CART will be extremely helpful in cases in the future." The CART in this case included the Bradenton Police Department, Manatee County Sheriff's Office, FDLE, FBI, Immigration and Cus- toms Enforcement, and the Nation- al Center for Missing and Exploited -Children. FDLE is working with local, state and federal law enforce- ment agencies to establish CART across the state. Wres Compen saton- esonlIjr OffcesinSt.Luie es S E ,A00EPAO Th iigoa tSa ~ & % eoeyudcd. S Glades Ford Lincoln-Mercury ^f 1STF r'.'V W,,.\.r TO I. "F I Ii', iJ i,'.'i & ItIIENDS' KNOW HiS H.:' BLE'. ; 'E i ', HE F.E T *- r ooEs FA-,, r- p Z. rs, 800-726-8514 steve@ gladesmotors.com The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 through Nov. 30. In advance of the 2005 Hurricane Season,.. the University of Florida/St. Lucie County Coopera- tive Extension office in conjunc- tion with the UF/Indian River Research and Education Center and the Indian River County Extension office are offering the 2005 Ditch and Canal Weed Man- agement Short Course. This short course will be offered Wednesday, May 4 at the St Lucie County Cooperative Extension in Ft. Pierce. Most of St. Lucie County's ele- vation is only slightly higher than sea level. Our storm-water drainage system is able to handle typical rainfall events. Unfortu- nately, catastrophic events such as a hurricane can raise water lev- els beyond normal capacity. Hurricane-related debris such as fallen trees, erosion, structural debris and aquatic vegetation can contribute to the problem by clogging up the system, impeding water flow and causing flooding. Local University of Florida Extension experts are working with local storm-water drainage system managers to prepare for the 2005 Hurricane Season. These experts will be teaching partici- pants strategies for "Keeping Waterways Clear of Debris and Pesticide Pollutants;" "Aquatic Plant and Ditch Bank Brush Id & Management;" and "Pesticides, Water Chemistry and Water Qual- ity Indicators." , Participants will learn how to utilize flashboard risers to control sediment. Erosion control fabrics and devices will be displayed. The pros and cons of hydro-seeding for erosion control will be dis- cussed. Overall, the goal of this pro- gram is to help abate flooding issues by teaching storm-water drainage system managers strate- gies to prepare for the possibility of another catastrophic hurricane season. For additional information, please contact Linette Trabulsy, St. Lucie Co. Public Relations Offi- Sorority attends Founder's Day The Laureate Gamma Zeta Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi in Belle Glade attended Founder's Day at the Sugar Cane Growers Coopera- tive of Florida April 30. Seven members of the chapter and, two guests attended the luncheon hosted by Xi Iota Alpha Chapter. President Jeannette Dex- ter reported on the year's activi- ties, which highlighted the chap- ter's service projects.. Hurricane relief supplies were given to groups in Pahokee and Canal Point, members volun-, teered at the Community United Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch, which benefited Light- house Cafe, and supported a ben- efit for'the Gary Pace family in need of medical help. The program year, Traveling SlaHl photo/MaryAnn Morris At play during Sugar Fest The playground in the Clewiston Civic Park where the Sugar Festival was held, gave energetic kids a place to blow off steam. NO ONE WILL WORK HARDER FOR YOU THEN JAMIE NAVARRO GIVE HIM A CALL ON HIS CELL AT (239) 822-9272 REALTy C. BAGANS FIRST 1w IgL''.- 30 Colorado Rd Lehigh Acres, FL 33936 .*, POOL HOME u ".. ll ant to see this very nice three K. b :-r:o:i ,'0 bath, 2 car garage home. This "'. 'home Ie c ures seperate- family and living room... Tile floors and new roof 2002, Seperate screened lanai that leads to pool. GREAT STARTER HOME... You will want me to show you this well kept two bedroom one bath mobile home on a lake. Newer range, r ut in flooring in living room and kitchen in 2004. This I ? i new workshop. So let's go fishing but don't' wait to long because one will not last long......$44,900 .cer, at (772) 462-1791 or Ken Gioeli and Ed Skvarch at (772) 462-1660. Drs. Arrogante, Barhoush, Azan, Glades General Hospital & You... What a Team! A with Laureate Gamma Zeta, showcased the travels of chapter members which included, the Curtis Thompson's tour of the Creek Isles, the Milton Carpen- ter's video tour of Macehu Picchu, Peru, a return trip. the Vernon Dexter's made to Italy and Ger- many where Vernon's plane was shot down over the Alps and land- ed in Portamajoria, Italy during World War II, the Robert Hooker's trip to Australia and New Zealand, Janis Fliehs Christmas items col- leted from world travels, and the Bill Aspey's family cruise to the Caribbean. Socials included 'Beginning Day in Jupiter, a tour to the Ameri- can Orchid Society in Delray Beach, a trip to the Swindle Antique Farm Equipment and Artifacts in Clewiston and several evenings at the Belle Glade Elks Club for Steak Night. Jeannette Dexter was announced as Girl of the Year at the Steak Night in March. Officers elected for the 2005- 2006 year are President Jeannette Dexter, Vice President Nancy Car- penter, Recording Secretary Mary Francis, Burke Corresponding Secretary Jane Thompson, Trea- surer Claudine Story, Extension Officer Virginia Anderson. ,- . "iga,- . - * ~Medicau OBGYNs, Dr. Almied Barhoush, Dr. Carlto Arrogante, and Pediatrician, Dr. Charles Azan, rely exclusively on Glades General I Hospital for deliveries and surgeries. From our newly renovated OB rooms to our new state-of-the-art 3D Sonogram, Glades General Hospital is growing to meet the needs of the women, children and families of our community. \\e are pleased to welcome Dr. Arrogance back to our team of phyNicians. Dr .rrogante is curiently taking appointments. Ifon are seeking an OBGIN'. please call 561.992-9-" fJr ain appointment today. OfIce Hours: Mondal- Fnda- 9 io am oi pm 941 S E First Stred, Belle Glade iL- 3343-i re', Medicaid and most ins ttirnce piii.n accepted p IA GLADES GENERAL HOS PIT.AL I. 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Under the settlement agreement, Budget Inns of Crestview, Inc., doing business as Days Inn of Crestview at 4255 South Ferdon Boulevard, has agreed to pay $10,000, including half of which will go to the Florida Hurri- cane Relief Fund. The motel will also pay restitution to victims who were charged in excess of the "Average DailyRate." "Florida will continue to aggres- sively pursue those who take advantage of its citizens in their time of greatest need," said Crist. "We will never tolerate price goug- ing and will always prosecute cases to the fullest extent of the law." The Attorney General's Office received initial complaints of price gouging from consumers who contacted the office's price gouging hotline, and additional complaint information was received after the Attorney General's Economic Crimes Unit launched an investiga- tion into the allegations. According to one complaint, the Crestview Days Inn overcharged a Palmetto man who had evacuated. his home seeking safe shelter from Hurricane Frances September 3. The motel charged the man $116.55 for one night even though rates averaged $40-$50 during the month prior to the storm, a markup greater than 130 percent. A Leesburg senior citizen who reserved rooms at the Crestview Days Inn September 1 received a confirmed rate of $69.95 but was instead charged $98 per night, or 40-percent higher than the con- firmed rate. An evacuating Braden- ton resident was charged $63 per night, which increased to $93 per night after three days. A hotel clerk informed him the increase was due to Hurricane Frances. Under Florida's price-gouging law, this increase constitutes a "gross disparity" between the two rates, subjecting the motel to price- gouging action. Victims .of the Crestview Day's Inn illegal billing practices associat- ed with Hurricane Frances may file a claim with the Attorney General's Office for up to one year from the date of the settlement. Today's action marks the Attorney General's fifth settlement of hurri- cane-related price-gouging actions stemming from last year's hurricane season. Previously, motels in Vero Beach, West Palm Beach, Naples and s oW OPEpv, CHIEF'S AUTO CARE *Fromrn Street Cars to Race Cars*,, COMPLETE AUTO SPECIALISTsf *WlEEKLY SPECIALS* 394 Aci CHIE SAUTO.COM 90 E COWBOY WAY cross From the Airport 674-1010 A Place a classified ad in over 160 Florida newspapers and reach over 5 Million readers for just $450. Place a display) 2\2 or 2x4 in 113 Florida newspapers and reach S-.A0 over 4 Million readers. , S m Glades Ford. Lincoln-Mercury WE ECF:N71.1 RE'CE].'ED .A LAP,[ ,E -HIFrME i C-r" fJE, AND PREOV.'iED L.EHICI EE IrN _-.iT rI tr H.-.E TIME. 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The SECC, which produces its forecasts at Florida State University in Tallahas- see, has issued the first in a series of quarterly forecasts aimed at help- ing farmers reduce risks to their crops and increase their odds of a successful growing season. The SECC's new spring outlook indicates that unseasonably heavy rain in March has recharged soil moisture, thereby allowing crops to flourish. "March rainfall was up to three times above normal in Georgia," said David Stooksbury, a SECC researcher and state climatologist at the University of Georgia in Athens. "By the middle of April, soil moisture across most of Georgia is ranked near the 80th percentile for this time of the year. This means that in 80 out of 100 years we would expect soils to. be drier in mid-April than they currently are." Recent heavy rains have also reduced the risk of wildfires this season, the SECC spring outlook said. The outlook is based on the Keetch Byram Drought Index, which provides a monthly assess- ment of wildfire risks in the South- east. "The SECC approach to, fore- casting is based on climate phases and works great during an El Ni-o or a La Ni-a phase, but it's less use- ful during what's called a neutral phase," Stooksbury said. "For the past two years, the Southeast has been in a neutral phase," said Jim.O'Brien, director of the Center for Ocean-Atmos- pheric Prediction Studies at. FSU. "People often assume that a neu- tral phase will bring average weather." But, he said, that's not true. "Weather can be all over the place from dry to wet or average - in a neutral phase. Still, there's currently no indication of drought this summer, so chances are good that crops will have adequate moisture," he said. Stooksbury also said that, with the variability associated with day- to-day weather during the neutral phase, a cold spell or two is still possible across much of the South- east. . SECC's Web site, http://agcli- mate.org, is available to the public and provides monthly forecasts of rainfall and temperature for all counties in Alabama, Florida and Georgia. It also allows farmers in some counties to get personalized pre- dictions of the probability that their yields for peanuts, potatoes and tomatoes will be good, average or poor. Users can tailor their crop yield forecasts based on the soil type of their land, whether or not they irrigate and their average yield in the past. The Web site's highly specific forecasts are important because what a producer is experiencing frequently is quite different than what's happening in neighboring counties, said John Bellow, an SECC extension specialist at FSU. "We hope that more growers will use our Web site when they plan their planting and harvesting, and prepare for freezes," said Clyde Fraisse, an extension specialist and SECC researcher at the University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, or UF/IFAS,' in Gainesville. "Growers also can use it to link to other information about climate, crop management and crop insurance." Jim Jones, a distinguished pro- fessor of agricultural and biological engineering at UF/IFAS and SECC researcher, said additional crop data is being added to the site to help farmers. SECC member institutions are the University of Florida, Florida State University, University of Miami, University of 'Georgia, Auburn University and University of Alabama at Huntsville. SECC is funded by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Admin- istration (NOAA), the USDA Coop- erative States Research, Education and Extension Service (CSREES) and the USDA's Risk Management Agency. 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LABELLE, FL 33935 E-MAIL YOUR RESUME TO JKASTEN@STRATO.NET ATTENTION HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS! RN's, HHA, PT, OT, ST & MSW Contact Sunrise Home Health 877-285-1722 or fax 941-235-1524 SUMMER CAMP EMPLOYMENT Hendry LaBelle Recreation Board is accepting applications for employment for a six week Summer Youth Program. Positions available are for: Program Director, Assistant Program.Director & Group Leaders Applications must be submitted by Friday, May 13, 2005. Applications, job descriptions and requirements are available at the Personnel Department, 2 nd Floor, Administration Building, Courthouse, LaBelle. Veterans preference as outlined in the Florida Statutes. Hendry County is an equal opportunity employer.. Drug Free Workplace. DENTIST WANTED In Belle Glade, FL To Diagnose & Treat Diseases, Injuries, & Malformations of Teeth & Gums, & Related Oral Structures. Must have D.M.D. & 2 yrs. min. exp. in Dental Implants, ICOI Fellowship or Equiv.,req. & Ver. Ref. Mail resume to: Gentel Dental Group of Delray, PA. 2226-W W. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach, FL 33445 Need a few more bucks to purchase something deer? Pick up some extra bucks when you sell your used items in the classiteids. Reading a newspaper helps you understand the world around you. No wonder newspaper readers are more suc- cessful people MANAGEMENT Immediate restaurant management openings in Lake Placid, Moore Haven, LaBeIIe, 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 and Life Insurance -Dental Insurance -401K Savings Plan -Paid Vacations -Advancement 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 RNs&LPNs 12 Hr. Shifts-3 days on/4 off one week 4 on/3 off the next week Nights 7pm-7am RNs $24-$28/hour LPNs $18-$22/hour Excellent benefits Mileage paid to and from work for out-of-town employees RN NURSE MANAGERS 12 Hr. Shifts-3 days on/4 off one week 4 on/3 off the next week Nights 7pm-7am LTC & Mngmnt. experience desirable Excellent salary & benefits Mileage paid to and from work for out-of-town employees GLADES HEALTH CARE CENTER .Pahokee, Florida STATE-RATED 5 STAR FACILITY EXCELLENT WORKING ENVIRONMENT Call: 561-924-5561 Fax: 561-924-9466 CDH REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE NOW HIRING! WELDERS/PIPEFITTERS & MECHANICS/MILLWRIGHTS. Please apply in person at: 1816 Red Road Clewiston, FL 33440 Monday Friday 7:30 a.m. 4:00 p.m. TRUCK DRIVERS WANTED Class A & B, Sign on Bonus. Health/Dental, 401 K, Paid Vacation/Holidays, sick time. Bonus Incentive. Apply in person: Take Hwy 70 to Lily Ave., go 4 miles. DFWP Time to clean out the attic, basement and/or garage? Advertise your yard sale in the classifleds and make your clean up a breeze! ABOUT US SUGAR CORPORATION (WWWUSSUGAR.COM). United States Sugar Corporation is one of America's largest di- versified, privately-held agribusiness firms. In addition to growing, milling and refining cane sugar, U.S. Sugar owns a short line railroad and its Southern Gardens subsidiary is one of Florida's foremost producers and processors of oranges and orange juice products. ' U.S.Sugar is currently undergoing a major capital improve- ment initiative to expnd and modernize its sugar processing facilities. The resulting state-of-the-art facility is scheduled to come on line in phases over the next three years and will be among the largest and most efficient in the world. Employment opportunities full time, temporary and 2 year transitional. Buyer HR Clerk II Progress Developer Reliability Engineer Journeyman Electricians Journeyman Instrument mechanics Journeyman Welders Journeyman Mechanics Journeyman Machinists (Conventional) Electrical & Instrumentation Technicians Journeyman-Mechanic-Hydraulic Shop Facilities Maintenance Journeymen Working Foreman (RR opportunity) See our website today for more information. Apply on-line at wwwussugar.com, or fax your resume to: 863-902-2889. Minorities and females are encouraged to apply. EOE. i N Duda has an immediate open- ing for accounts pay- able/receptionist at our LaBelle Farm. Applicants must possess strong computer skills.. Tasks include answering phones, data entry and general office duties. Pay commensurates with expe- rience. Excellent benefit pack- age. Drugfree workplace. Call Judy Mims for details at (863) 675-0545 ext 3105. EOE/V/H/F/M Alico, Inc. Is now hiring a MECHANIC for the Citurs Division with at least 2 years grove experience. Good Benefits, Plus Retirement. Apply in person at the Allico office, 640 S. Main Street, LaBelle. Allico, Inc, is and Equal Opportunity Employer. I FOAM INSULATION Company based out of Clewiston now hiring Installers, South Florida travel required. Company vehicle provided; Monday through Friday. piece work, guaranteed minimum $550 a week during training period. Benefits, bonus, and travel costs paid. Must be 21 years or older with clean, class D drivers li- cense. We are a drug free workplace. Interviews will be conducted every Monday morning from 8-10a.m. at our Clewiston Facility. Call 800-6 -3155 to fine up an interview time. Directions to our facility will be given to you at that time., How do you find a job in today's competitive market? In the employment section of the classifieds Impcrtznt Intomraf-on PleIe re.,'d ,.,ur ad CFre-hjit, the first day it appears. In case of an inadvertent error, please notify us prior to the deadline listed. We will not be responsible for more than 1 incorrect insertion, or for more than the extent of the ad rendered valueless by such errors. Advertiser assumes responsibility for all statements, names and con- tent of an ad, and assumes . responsibility for any claims against. Independent Newspapers. All advertising is subject to publisher's approval. The publisher reserves the right to accept or reject any or all copy, and to insert above the copy the word "advertisement All ads accepted are subject to credit approval. All ads must conform to Independent Newspapers' style and are restricted to their proper classifications. Some classi- fied categories require advance payment. These classifications are denoted with an asterisk *. Auctions 105 Car Pool 110 Share a ride 115 Card of Thanks 120 In Memoriam 125 Found 130 Lost 135 Give Away 140 Garage/Yard Sale 145 Personals 150 Special Notices 155 900 Numbers 160 CD CASE- vicinity of Rick's Mini Mart, call to identify. (863)612-1171. CAT- Gray w/white paws. Has a Thomas collar Vic N La- Belle around Shadow Lane Rd 863-675-2241 Reward JACK RUSSELL Male, Brown White. Needs Med's. Near Quail Woods & Berhman Rd. Please call (772)519-2256. LOST Tabby cat yel- low/brown color. Vic. of old Kmart in Clewiston. Please call (863)983-6911 KITTENS- 8wks old, to good homes, very cute, (863)635-3439. OFFICE TRAILER, 12X50, 600 ft. Inside in good cond., A/C, Blinds & Carpet. Free, you haul. (239)728-3614 - i ~a.uJ:?.I 31 k'i Fuel service truck driver needed at Duda, Inc., to service farm equipment." Excellent benefit pack- age, pay commensurate with experience. Drug free workplace. Apply in person at 1510 Hwy 29 North in Felda, Florida. Contact Jim McVay (863) 673-0363. EOE/V/H/FM Duda necesita un camionero de combustible para proporcionarle servicio a equipos y vehiculos de rancho. Se ofrece un paquete que incluye un plan medico, seguro de vida, Svacaciones, plan de reriro, y otros beneficios. Sueldo segun la experiencia. Empleo libre de drogas. Dirijase a 1510 Carretera 29 Norte, Felda, Florida. Hable con el Senor Jim McWay a su. telefono (863) 673-0363. Practicamos una political de igualdad de oportunidades. CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST in Clewiston opening with Commissioners. Must have strong clerical background and supervisory experience. Building Inspector in LaBelle and Clewiston. Must have inspector's license or construction background. Positions open until filled. Vet Pref EEO Drug Free. Applicants with disabilities needing assistance call HR Department. POODLE/JACK RUSSELL MIX- 6mo need good home. Good with kids. (863)763-6195 Leave Msg. One man's trash is another man's treas- ure. Turn your trash to treasure with an ad in the classified. CLEWISTON, Sat. May 7th 7:30am-1pm 526 East Del Monte Ave. Furniture, Clothing. & More!l CLEWISTON- Sat, May 7th, 9am-Noon, 634 E Avenida Del Rio,. Carport Furn Sale!! Small sofa/recliner, Capts. Bar Stools & chairs, wicker table & couch, outside patio table. All in excellent condi- tion. Anyone Knowing The Where Abouts of: Shirley Ann Buswell. Please contact Vicki Nelson @ (865)705-9777 Is Stress Ruining Your Life? Read DIANETICS by Ron L. Hubbard Call (813)872-0722 or send 7.99 to Dianetics, 3102 N, Habana Ave., Tampa FL 33607. Shop here first! The classified ads READING A NEWSPAPER... saw you money by prodding Information about best buys. No wonder newspaper readers eorn moral I EpomniCtn~n Full Tfime 020 Employment Ful Tme! 0205 mpyniiit FulTie0:0]^ NOW HIRING Glades Ford is looking for the following. *Experienced Salespeople *Certified Technicians *Certified Transmission Mechanic *Part-time Retiree's as Drivers * Office Manager Trainee (knowledgeable in account- ing and automotive experience helpful) *Full Time Experienced Title Clerk Excellent pay plan advancement available, great benefits.. Many opportunities. Apply in Person 525 NW Avenue LI Belle Glade, FL 33430 Call 561-992-4000 Friday 9 a.m. 5 p.m. ij Thursday, May 5, 2005 18 Eafifmploymen Full im ''l uime 0201 Employment JNI Tme 0251 Employmen F~u~fll im 2 tf dl. ,' Thursday, May 5, 2005 tEmplymen F[uflfl Tie 20 Empo -mlenI Full Time 0205 GeO The GEO Group, Inc. GLOBAL EXPERTISE IN OUTSOURCING The GEO Group, Inc. - a worldwide leader in privatized corrections- offers challenging and exciting opportunities. Excellent benefits (F/T positions). Current openings for: " RN * LPN " DENTAL ASSISTANT " FLOATING CLERK " CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS * LIBRARY CONSULTANT (P/T hrs. per mo.) MOORE HAVEN CORRECTIONAL FACILITY 1990 East SR 78NW Moore Haven FL 33471 Phone 868-946-2420 Fax 863-946-2487 EEO MF/V/H Duda is looking for an experienced welder for our shop. Excellent benefit package, pay commensurate with experience. Drug free workplace. Apply in person at 1510 Hwy 29 N., Flelda, Florida. Contact Jim McVay at (863) 673-0363. EOE/V/EH/F/M 0 BDADOi Se buscan soldadores para nuestro taller. Se ofrece un paquete que incluye un plan medico, seguro de vida, vacaciones, plan de retiro, y-otros beneficios. Sueldo sequn la experiencia. Empleo libre de drogas. Dirijase a 1510 Carretera. 29 Norte, Felda, Florida. Hable con el Senor Jim McVay a su telefono (863) 673-0363. Practicamos una political de igualdad de oportunidades. I UNITED STATES SUGAR CO. Servers ... Dishwasher Bus Person ... Cooks HR Clerk We offer GREAT PAY AND BENEFITS SIf interested in the following positions, please apply at our Employment Office located on W.C. Owen Avenue in Clewiston between the hours of 8:00-5:00 on Monday-Friday. ,EI.m , Wdm~u~ii~il^ 1 0aI SHEALTHCARE DISTRICT or- PALM UCA(H JL, I'cm nF HCAP HEALTH CARE NAVIGATOR GRANT POSITION -GLADES AREA POSITION # 163-2125 Associates degree with course work emphasis in social work, human services or related; supplemented by three (3) years previous experience-or training that provides excellent knowledge of eli- gibility criteria for alternative government supported health care programs and benefits including Florida KidCare, Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security Disability CHAMPUS, Veteran's Administration benefits, etc. and the abili- ty to perform interviews; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Bi-lingual strongly pre- ferred.Please see our Employee Newsletter at www.hcdpbc.org for more' information. All applications/resumes must be received by 5PM 4/24/05. Send all applications/resumes to: HCDPBC 324 Datura ST., #401 WPB, FL 33401 Fax 671-4670 EOE DFWP. SHENDRY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Registered Nurses *Fulrtnin, Med ,'Surg .w"n.- pm or 7pm- 7aer, PL RN L,.. yr expeettnc p-eftrred wdi train rne grnackdra Must ha-e BLS, $3.Go00 Sg n Bnu *Suppon RN for all nae, g.reaq FL RN LJken-e i at east I yr exjp-nr., in area rof. perrr-e LPN I & II -FL LPN LiJ & IV Ces Pri-foai'crt in V rlbrrpy req Full. Pan Trne & P-rd.-, PrtHon. AaJlabli- O.R. Staff Nurae -FL RV Lk- ACLS PAL.S irrfied. C.N.O R datred burnot -ot reqiU Repirntoy Therapbt Pair Dem, CRT or RR.pr s&nrw, wth minimum of two (2) year mpenence ai aduft and ri.rnal paiert cra'e. a LS and ACLS are mquied. l24s 00 HR Funl Time Houselepinag Supervisor TWo or more year houeankepinm- supervisor' y eanerk-nce required. Ecealont berStfe and compensation cmman.,ir. with .p.rl.nca. Part Time- Regisraticon Clerk Prilr .ap in ragistradan or bas f nations EWr.elnm oust aVc and comnm sllse. aial to work wknds and hahdays a a w.ll as lveraed ahie tail. PM and night shidf. Full Time- Dietry Ald Pre~- ..p In hospital kitchen env.trunn t cooking. Perform fay ero.up. dimt control funmtia. Competitive Salary Excellent Benefits * Clinical Ladder Program Education Assistance Phoe: 63-902-3079 or Fax resume to: 863-983-0o05 Drug Free Workplace-. WE Serving the communities south of Lake Okeechobee - Emplovmenti^B Part.Time 0215 Clewiston News Glades County Democrat The Sun AD SEVICE We are seeking a full time, Ad Services Team Member for an exciting and enjoyable career in advertising. The right candidate should: *Be a self-managed individual *Have an out going personality Be able to handle pressure Be able to handle different duties *Have clerical skills Reliable transportation Knowledge in computer programs: Microsoft Word *Excel *Adobe Photoshop a plus Quark Xpress a plus Our Company offers: Potential for advancement *A unique work environment where employees are trusted and empowered *Competitive pay and benefits *Life and Disability Insurance *401(K) Retirement Plan Generous time off program Clewiston News, Glades County Democrat and The Sun Are An Equal Oppo unity Employer Clewiston News Glades County Democrat TheSun AD MAAGERgg We are seeking a full time, Ad Manager for Outside Sales in an exciting and enjoyable career in advertising. The right candidate should: Be a self-managed individual *Have an out g"ng personality *Be able to Multi-Task C *Have strong computer skills *Reliable transportation )r Company offers: *Potential for advancement *A unique work environment where employees are trusted and empowered *Competitive pay and benefits LUfe and Disability Insurance *401(K) Retirement Plan *Generous time off program CkwisftOv Ne-n, Gl.ek Ca nu Dvemn- rat anld The Suiw Are An &.ial Op.cprtsvi- Emnpluver C.rssail RRine to: southkikf::d.,--- -lUwzap-(-IY^rr IVO P.HOn7V.E CALSjwP^^r-ASEQ!^ DENTAL HYGENTIST (Part Time) Full Time Benefits, Pension Plan & Great Salary. FUN OFFICE!!! (863)674-0799 Job Intor atio LABOR FINDERS> DAILY WORK DAILY PAY S All Types of Work Available S. o202 E. Sugarland Hwy. X^ (Across from Clewiston Inn) (863) 902-9494 0 A COOL TRAVEL Job. Now hiring (18-24 positions). Guys/Gals to work and travel entire USA. Paid training, transportation, lodging fur- nished. Call today, Start to- day. (877)646-5050. Find it faster Sell it sooner In the classifleds Carpenter Wanted must have tools & transportation, steady work. 1-800-345-0060 CASE MANAGER- Is needed In the Glades for Social Service Agency to work with preg- nant and parenting, families. Bi-lingual In Spanish re- quired. Must have a BA In Human Services or HS Di- ploma with related experi- ence. Fax resume to (561)996-3653. Belle Glade. CITRUS HARVESTING CREWS/CONTRACTORS NEEDED: Good picking rate. Interested call 239-369-9617. Love the earth Recycle your used items by selling them in the classifieds. B I Employenti FulTme 0205i Drivpr- COVENANT TRANS- PORT. Excellent Pay & Benefits for Experienced Drivers, 0/0, Solos, Teams & Graduate Students. Bo- nuses Paid Weekly. Equal Opportunity Employer. (888)MORE PAY 888-667-3729). FOREMEN. Hiring working Foremen for utility contract field crews. Physical outdoor work, paid training. $14/hr. plus bonuses after promo- tion, company truck and benefits. Must have strong leadership skills, good driv- ing record, and be able to travel in Florida and SE States. Call toll-free (877)676-6731 (phone ap- plication system). EOE M/F/DN www.osmose.com. HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING FOR EMPLOYMENT Bulldozers, Backhoes Loaders, Dump Trucks Graders, Scrapers Excavators Next Class: May 31st National Certification Financial Assistance Job Placement 800-383-7364 Associated Training Services www.atsn-schools.com NOW HIRING STORE CLERKS DELI WORKERS Full time/Part time positions available, Apply in person The Git-N-Go Hwy27 No Phone Calls Please Now hiring qualified drivers for OTR positions. Food grade tanker, No hazmat. No pumps. Great Benefits, Competitive Pay and new equipment. Need 2 years OTR experience. Call Bynum Transport for your opportu- nity today; (800)741-7950. Owner Operators Needed! We Provide Equipment, Plenty of Work for Experienced Owner Operators. Good MVR & Home Weekends. Fuel Price Held @ 1.25 Gal. New Line Transports (888)714-0056. POSITIONS AVAILABLE Part Time & Per Diem Computer Skills a+ Apply within @ Everglades Federal Credit Union Mail Resume to: 1099 W. Ventura Ave 'Clewiston, Fl 33440 Email Resume to: morales2@earthlink.net ROLAND MARTIN'S MARINA- Looking for a short order cook. Able to work flexible hrs. Please call Raymond at 863-983-3151. S/E & 3-State Run: T/T Driv- ers. HOME WEEKENDS. Mileage Pay, Benefits, 401K. Trainees Welcome/ Miami area- exp. req. 23 min age/Class-A CDL Cypress Truck Lines (800)545-1351. TRANSOLUTIONS, INC. Medi- cal Transcriptionists: FT and PT positions available. Excellent benefits and. compensation. Soft- ware; dictation equipment provided. Phone costs paid. 2 years acute care hospital transcription experience required. Apply online www.transolu- tions.net. Or fax (847)234-3471, EOE. WATER TREATMENT CO. Needs Independent Sales Person. Spanish speaking a must. Pay, Allowances & Gas. Also extra pay for General Help. Office work cleaning, etc. (863)983-1341 or 599-5900. Teachers Wanted! Over 50 South Carolina school dis- tricts interviewing at the 16th annual "SC EXPO for Teach- er Recruitment" Columbia, SC, June 6. Register online at: www.cer- ra.org/teacherexpo.asp. Statewide online teaching application available at www.winthrop.edu/scteach. Financial 5? S Busilnes [yyy~l^^0305 $1,380 WEEKLYIIII Process- Ing Our Brochures. FT/PT, $50 CA$H HIRING BONUS Guaranteed In writing. (800)469-8030. ALL CASH CANDY ROUTE Do you earn $800/day? 30 Ma- chines, Free Candy All for $9,995. (800)814-6323' B02000033. CALL US: We will not be undersold! AN INCREDIBLE OPPORTU- NITY. Learn to Earn $100K+/year working from home P/T. Not MLM. Free info: (800)627-4958 www.newlifestyle.ca. Start Your Own Business: Choose your hours, income & rewards. Choose AvonI 863-677-0025 Flea Treatments Available 5 ) CLEWISTON ANIMAL CLINIC 901 W Ventura Ave Clewiston, FL 33440 aSB3--983--93-145 NOTICE Independent Newspapers will never accept any advertise- ment that is illegal or con- sidered fraudulent. In all cases of questionable val- ue, such as promises of guaranteed income from work-at-home programs 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 before responding or send- ing money ahead of time, you check with the Better business Bureau at 772-878-2010 for previous complaints. Some 800 and 900 telephone numbers may require 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. $50,000 FREE CASH GRANTS*****- 2005! Nev- er Repay! 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DIVORCE$275-$350*COV- ERS children, etc. Only one signature required *Ex- cludes govt. feesI Call week- days (800)462-2000, ext.600. (8am-7pm) Divorce Tech. Established 1977. NEED A LAWYER ARRESTED? INJURED? Criminal Defense *State *Federal *Felonles *Mlsdemeanors *DUI *Auto Accident *Personal Injury *Domestic VIolence *Wrongful Death "Protect Your Rights" A-A-A.Attorney Referral Service 800)733-5342 24 HOURS AYS A WEEK. NEW SELF STORAGE 46 units 7x1 5, 8x1 5,10x1 5, 10x30,12x30,15x25. Full electric, secure on Commereio St. 350 ft. from Clewiston Police Dept. 863-983-6663, 863-983-2808, after hrs. 863-983-8979 Merchandise Air Conditioners 505 Antiques 510 Appliances 515 Appliance Parts 520 Beauty Supplies 525 Bicycles 530 Books & Magazines 535 Building Materials540 Business Equipment 545 Carpets/Rugs 550 Children's Items 555 China, Glassware, Etc. 560 Clothing 565 Coins/Stamps 570 Collectibles 575 Computer/Video 580 Crafts/Supplies 585 Cruises 590 Drapes, Linens & Fabrics 595 Fireplace Fixture 600 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 670 Photography 675 Plumbing Supplies 680 Pools & Supplies 685 Restaurant Equipment 690 Satellite 695 Sewing Machines 700 Sporting Goods 705 Stereo Equipment 710 Television/Radio 715 Tickets 720 Tools 725 ToVys Games 730 VCRs 735 Wanted to Buy 740 AIR COND.(2)- 20K BTU Re- verse Cycle, and 5500 BTU, both window units, $375. (863)674-0467. CENTRAL AIR UNIT w/Com- pressor & Air handler built in 1 unit. 2 ton Coleman. $500/ best offer. (561)622-2548 CHEST FREEZER-Small floor model. $50.:(863)946-1481 DRYER- Kenmore, Great shape. Only $75, Guaran- teed & free' delivery. 863-675-8937. MICRO RANGE COMBO Frigi- dair, Full size, Excellent con- dition. $350. (863)763-3693. REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER- GE, white, 18.2 cu. ft. Frost free with ice maker. Like new. $175. (863)857-8788. Your next job could be in today's classified. Did you look for it? STEEL BUILDING CLEAR- ANCE- MANY SIZES AVAILABLE, ALL STEEL 1- BEAM BOLT-TOGETHER DE- SIGN, DELIVERY, STAMPED DRAWINGS INCLUDED. (888)757-8335 Ext. 102. STEEL BUILDINGS. Factory Deals Save $$$. 40 x 60' to 100 x 200'. Example: 50 x 100 x 12 = $3.60/sq ft. (800)658-2885 www.rigid- building.com. ildM p METAL ROOFING SAVE $$$ Buy Direct From Manufactur- er. 20 colors in stock with all Accessories. Quick turn around! Delivery Available Toll Free (888)393-0335. VINYL SIDING D5- 1200 sq. ft. $600. or best offer. (863)610-2190. VINYL SIDING D5- Gray, ap- prox. 400 sq. ft. $300. or best offer. (863)610-2190. WINDOWS (2) Gorrel, Vinyl, Thermopane, 5/8th low E, 'Argon gas filled. 36x36. $200 both. (863)467-5956 WINDOWS 3, Double paned, 3'x6' Single hung. $150. Will separate. (863)763-3693. CRIB- Kindercare, w/mattress & sheet set, beautiful, big, white, used twice, $100 firm. (863)763-0981. CRIB, Oak with mattress, sin- gle bed frame with boxspring only, $80 will sell separately. (863)763-4257 WALKER, Playpen, crib, small rocking horse, bouncer, pic- nic tbl, care 1, '8.i l sell sep. (863)801-6031 PFALTZGRAFF Brown Drip Glaze Dishes. 107 pieces. $100. (863)635-2983 Leave Message. WEDDING DRESS, sz. 4, Glo- ria Vanderbilt, Satin/Pearls. Long train. Gently worn lx $150 863-983-2224 aft. 6p COMPUTER- Compaq Desk Pro, w/monitor, keyboard, mouse, over 30 games. $75. (863)843-0158 DELL COMPUTER- Windows XP, Monitor, Keyboard, printer, & Games $150. (863)843-0158. BEDROOM SET Complete, all wood, King size, Lighted Head board. $500. (863)675-3699. CHEST- good for storing lin- ens and blankets, dark wood, $50. (863)763-0428. COFFEE TABLE, 2-End tables & Sofa table, chrome & brass w/glass tops. $300./all. (863)674-0467. COUCH, England, Large. w/matching chair & otto- Ton .Be.-go- .blue & mauve, -irji i'60 861-357-1560 DRESSER, 4 drawer, brown, $30. (863)635-1794 ENTERTAINMENT CENTER- fits 32" TV, excellent condi- tion, light wood, $120. (863)634-9826. HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE - Recliner, Good cond. $800,. Will separate. (863)675-3804. OAK HUTCH- 2 drawers at, bottom & 2 cabinets. Open at top. $200. (863)763-0215. SOFA all leather by View- point Leather Works, 7 feet long, great condition (863)763-4371 SOFA, Sleeper w/2 glass top end tables, good condition $250. (863)357-1560 WATERBED- King size, ready t6 set up. $100. (863)763-6909. -'olIlus GOLF CART- body, '67 Club Car, no frame, $175 or best offer (863)675-1472. REA IN E ~x{ ~7~m4r~b~ The most important 20 minutes of your day is the time spent reading with your child from birth to age nine. IPet Service l^et Service 19 GOLF CART- Club Car, gas, reconditioned, $1495. (863)675-1472. GOLF CART- Easy Go. 3 wheeler, Brand new batteries with a charger, Very clean. $1300. (863)467-7428 GOLF CART, Electric, 4 Seater w/box bed. Work or Pleas- ure. 36 V charger. $1100. (863)763-5316 GUN, FEG 9mm mak. with 2 numbers matching maga- zines, nice, small, $200 firm. (863)946-0296 RUGER MINI 14-, Early Pre Ban very low serial #, Extra mags, $599. (863)763-5110. EXERCISE BIKE- Schwin sta- tionary, asking $55. (863)357-0371. WEIGHT SET: 150 Ibs of wts. w/bench that inclines & de- clines. Squat rack & Lat. tower. $175 (863)357-2829 RED DEPRESSION GLASS Set, Pitcher, 6 glasses Per- fect condition. A rare find.. $150. (863)763-8149 ELEC WHEELCHAIR- Jazzy 1004, used 3 mo. Oxygen holder, Was $7900. sell $1500. neg. (863)467-8316 CERAMIC BUSINESS closed due to illness. Kiln, pouring tables, mixer, approx. 4,000 molds, tables, chairs, supplies, etc., not sold individually, make offer. 239-334-8632. EARN DEGREE online from home. *Business, *Parale- gal, *Computers. Job Place- ment Assistance. Computer & Financial aid if qualify. (866)858-2121 www.tide- watertechonline.com. FREE 4-ROOM DIRECT SYS- TEM includes standard in- stallation. 3 MONTHS FREE 50+ Premium Channels. Access to over 225 chan- nels! Limited time offer. S&H. Restrictions Apply. (866)500-4056. Run your ad STATEWIDE!!! For qnly $450 you can place your 25 word classified ad in over 150 newspapers throughout the state reach- ing over 5 MILLION readers. Call this newspaper or Ad- vertising Networks of Florida at (866)742-1373.. Visit us online at www.florida-classi- fieds.com. Display ads also available. KEYBOARD- Brand new, light up keys, 100's of songs, never used, $125 neg. (863)357-6825. AMER PITT BULL TERRIER- CKC, 7 weeks old, $300. (863)467-7778 or 863)697-6420. BOSTON TERRIER- male, 10 mos. old, all shots, micro- chip, great w/kids. $300, (863)697-0845. CHICUAHUA- Male, Born Mar. 13th '05. CKC Reg., Black & white. Long haired' $400. (863)467-1516. DACHSHUND, (2), AKC, Males, 1 red, 1 chocolate, $350 with papers, (863)763-2049 after 7pm GUINEA PIG / RABBIT CAGE, Like new w/all accessories. $30. (863)467-5756 I I JobX H i Informaton 022 Serving the communities south of Lake Okeechobee ^ SaIe Thursday, May 5, 2005 I IH^ lj Fss saleffI Large 3 Bedroom, 2 Moore Haven River Gardens Bath Mobile Home Homes by Brian Sullivan Offered at $84,000 Available RESIDENTIAL- MONTURA CLEWISTON Listings Needed * Bank Foreclosures - Call for Details * 3BR, 2BA, MH, Many , Extras Reduced to $85,000 * 3BR, 2BA, MH on man- made lake $70,000 * New construction on Bayberry Loop, 4 BR, 2BA, Many Upgrades $265,000 * 4BR, 2BA, MH, Sherwood S/D New Upgrades $84,000 * 4BR, 3BA, CBS Home, w/ Lrg. Pool $225,000 MOORE HAVEN * New Homes starting at $139,900 LAKEPORT * Listings Needed ACREAGE, L4AND & LOTS * Farm Land Available Call for Details Montura Lots Call for Details COMMERCIAL Office & Retail Space available in Shopping Center Call for Details. TOWNHOMES * 3BR.BA in Greenacres one & half hours east of Clewiston. $155,000 VV ANN DYESS eLIC. REAL ESTATE BROKER 420 E. SUGARLAND HWY (863) 983-6663 (863) 983-9770 WEBSITE: DYESSREALESTATE.COM E-MAIL: ANN@DYESSREALESTATE.COM Se Habla Espanol AFTER HOURS: ANN DYESS FAYEKELTING LAURA SMITH TRAVIS DYESS KATHY GARCIA (863) 983-8979 (863) 677-0707 (863)599-1209 (863)228-2215 (863) 228-4798 RESIDENTIAL MOBILE HOMES 10 Lots Zoned Commercial 3BR, 2BOD!135,000 3BR, 2Ba, Ridgdill $67,500 $500,00C 5New Homes 3BR, 2BA Easy Life $87,000 Harlem Bar Greal UnderContract Call for Details 3BR, 2BA Seminole Manor Business Opportunity 4BR, 3BA Reduced $87,600 Call for Details $335,000 3BR, 2BA Ridgdill $84,900 3BR, 2BAS(3TLide InduAulia& frIWEfG.l ".'$215,000 MONTURA 100 acres $2.5m Back on t 3BR 1BAa, garao porch' LOTS AVAILABLE ACREAGE complete deled on CALL FOR DETAILS1.25acre .Jtopia the inside $126,000 4BR, 2BAMontra $99,500 Monturaw $34,500 Under Constru'ction COIVIMERCIAL 9.9 acres 00" under 3BR, 2BA 1982 sq. ft. $205,000 Giewr RIAj2 Moile Citrus $94,900 3or 4 B,R,21/2$ BA M C$700 S aLoDIG00 $320,000 $70,000 3BR, 2BA, pool, Mobile Home Park 6 lots- 3 detached garg40,000 w/ mobile home, 3 lots only $106,000 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 9 Commercial Lots on US central heating and 27 with Building $400,000 cooling, asphalt shin- gles, septic system, 5 L(l elyO well & pump. UaUT0Io Moore Haven Yacht Club 8 Lots Zoned Ri-B Lot w/ trees $26,500 $400,000 2 Bedroom. 2 Bath Polebarnr -. l'fency, 11 2 80 acres Call Fur Details Real Estate in Hendry and Glades Counties, Florida miimor-.-t orohr itng t Call For Listings 561-795-8533 or 561-996-5623 - Need Ca$h Now? Interest Rates Are The Lowest In 35 Years -", New Mortgage SRefinance g ." 2 ndMortgage _. D ebt IE .I I'i Consolidation ... ..I Belle Steiner __ Rick Valdes 330 W. Sugarland Hwy. Ste 12 FRiEE APPRAISAL " Clewis FL 33440 I '300 Value wlYour Clomed Loan Tel: 863-983-9001 I Mothof May 2005 I F.ax: 863-983-9006 - - - Brian Sullivan General Contractor CUSTOM HOMES COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS Call us for all of your new construction needs, ax~ aCy. Inc- _ brokers: Carolyn Thomas 946-2005 MaryLee van Wijck 946-0505 S1de t ^dates" f r\ Ann Donohue 228-0221 David Rister -634-2157 your design or ours. Visit our new web site wWn.briatnsulivancontractor.com- andlook at some of our new homes: 63)441-4202 (863)465-1. 371 License #CGCO0061855 JACK RUSSELL PUPPY- 9mo. $300. or best offer. AIgricu| ||n (863)447-5296. Agiculture PEACH & WHITE DOVES- old i u. enough to eat on their own, $20 each. (863)675-6214 aft6. Christmas Trees 7415 TOY CHIHUAHUA PUP- male, Farm Equipment 805 black, no papers, $350. Farm Feed-Products 810 (863)763-2749 Farm Miscellaneous 815 CAMERA- Canon 35mm, w/flash, stand, telephoto lense, perfect cond, $100. (863)824-0801. SPA. Must Sell. 7 Person De- luxe. Never Used. Includes Cover. Will Deliver. Full War- ranty. Can Finance W.A.C. Payments Under $100 per Month. In a Hurry. Call (800)980-7727. LYCOMING 0-290 Aircraft 125HP Engine Serial #1576-21. Starter & alter- nator removed. No logs. Ex- cellent use for Air Boat. $3,250. Neg. 850-871-4077 MTX 10"Sub in Box with JVL LCA752 Amp, $75. (863)763-4098 TELEVISION- Curtis Mathis stereo TV, 27", wood cabi- net, floor model, $175. (863)357-8788. THEATER SYSTEM- Sony, w2 2ft speakers, 2 3-1/2 ft spkrs, 5 CD component, $300 neg. (863)357-6825. JOINTER 7"- with stand, ask- ing $150. (863)612-0033. TABLE SAW- 1 1/2 HP 10", $125. (863)763-6342. M - EUREKA ENVIRO Multi steam- er/cleaner. New, Sacrifice. Kills germs Easy to use $135 (863)763-8149 VACUUM CLEANER Oreck Buster portable With all at- tachments. $30. (863)467-6548 WANTED: FL ART A.E. Backus, H. Newton, Highwaymen Art. (772)562-5567 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 PAINT MARE, 8 yr. old, needs exp'd rider, very flashy, $2500. 239-253-2804 -LI BUSH HOG MOWER- With Stump Jumper. $175. (863)674-0212, RAIL ROAD TIES FOR SALE: Approx. 200. $1400 for all, will sep. (863)357-6202 RIDING LAWN MOWER, Snapper, 8HP, 30" cut, like new. $400. (239)810-2821. Okeechobee Livestock Market Sales every Mon.12pm & every Tues. 11 am. 763-3127 Rentals Apartments 905 Business Places 910 Commercial Property 915 Condos.' Townhouses Rent920 Farm Property - Rent 925 House Rent 930 Land Rent 935 Resort Property - Rent 945 Roommate 950 Rooms to Rent 955 Storage Space - Rent 960 EFFICIENCY.APARTMENT Available. Call 863-227-6155 or 863-946-0004. 1,2 & 3 BRHUUSES & APARTMENTS FOR RENT. No pets. Call (863)983-4436. MEDICAL OFFICE SPACE For Lease Approximately 1200 sf Close to Hospital & next to Social Security office (561)262-6878 -trae pae I BOAT/RV STORAGE Covered Bays Reasonable Rates Obispo Ave, Clewiston Across from Sheriffs Dept. AJ's Secure Self Storage (863)634-1546 READING A NEWSPAPER HELPS YOU GET INVOLVED IN THE COMMUNITY. ./ --." W "".."2."." U -n -etl I'l MARCO ISLAND Beachfront condos and waterfront homes for rent/ sale. Enjoy the peace and quiet of a small island. Century 21 1st Southern (800)255-9487 www.c21marco.com. TIME SHARE RENTALS & RE- SALE RENT OR OWN DREAM VACATIONS, Great Location & Prices, Super Deals In Mexico. Global Re- -sorf Services (800)736-8250 www.glo- balresortservices.com. 1 M LaBelle, in town, nice area, 1BA with ceramic tile. floor, kit., dining room & bedroom, hardwood oak floors, int. walls tongue & groove knot- ty pine, encl. carport, laun- dry rm, lots of shade trees w/oaks, sable palms & cit- rus on 4 city blocks, $179,900 by owner. 863-675-8038. CLEWISTON- 2.5 acre vacant land, Pioneer in Clewiston, $65,099 neg. (954)547-8042. GRAND OPENING! May 21 & 22 Ocala/ Gainesville Area. 20 Acres from $195,000. 100 Acres from $450,000. New semi-private gated community featuring parcels w/ frontage on the Wacassassa River. Gorgeous woodlands teem- ing w/ deer & turkey. SAVE $10,000. Plus get up to $10,000 toward closing costs! Great financing, little down. Call toll-free (866)352-2249, x 436 or www.fllandbargains.com. IOu fState fPripirta. le l1 5 minutes to Greenbrier Re- sort MTN LAND BARGAINS 20 Acres & Up www-.ive- inwv.com. BEAUTIFUL NORTH CAROLI- NA. MUST SEE THE BEAUTI- FUL PEACEFUL MOUNTAINS OF WESTERN NC MOUN- TAINS. Home's, Cabins, Acreage & Investments. Cherokee Mountain Realty GMAC Real Estate, Murphy www.cherokeemountainreal- ty.com Call for Free Bro- chure (800)841-5868. COASTAL GEORGIA- Water access marshfront home- sites. Gated community, ten- nis, golf, kayaking & canoeing. Reconstruction discounts, limited time. From the mid 70's. (877)266-7376 www.coop- erspoint.com. FORECLOSED GOV'T HOMES $0 or Low down! Tax repos and bankruptcies! No Credit O.K. $0 to low down. For listings (800)501-1777 ext. 1299. GOLF VIEW BARGAIN! $198/ mo. Nicely wooded home- site in upscale golf commu- nity in the Carolina mountains between Ashe- ville, NC and Greenville, SC. A sanctioned Golf Digest Teaching Facility, Call toll- free (866)334-3253 x863. www.cherokeevalleysc.com Price: $49,900, 10% down, bal fin 12 mo @ 4.49% fixed, one yr balloon, OAC. Guadalupe Riverfront! Spec- tacular wide riverfronts on "Prime" Texas Hill Country location. 10-32 acres w/lots of water frontage, huge trees, panoramic views. From $300's to $400s. Lim- ited number available, call now before they're gone. (800)609-7042x110. LOOKING FOR MOUNTAIN PROPERTY? Gated Commu- nity near Hot Springs, NC. Spectacular view & river homesites. Clubhouse, paved roads & More! Call (866)411-5263 Bear River Lodge. LAKEFRONT BARGAINS Start- I ing'at $89,900. Gorgeous 'oile l g lakefront parcels. Gently Sl2 0 sloping, pristine shoreline, spectacular views. Across - from national forest on --_-- 35,000 acre recreational _'- -..- lake in East Tenn. Paved ';#- roads, underground utilities, -"1 a central water, sewer, Excel- ,' lent financing. Call now S800)704-3145 ext 617, unset Bay, LLC. LAND WANTED Land Invest- CLEWISTON C ment company seeks large Modular/M i acreage in Florida and Geor- Mdar/Models.F gia. Interested in waterfront, 3/4/5BR, 2/3BA, acr timber, and agricultural your land as dowl lands. Must have road front- available. 863-673-& age or good access. Cash buyer with quick closings. Call (877)426-2326 or WESTERN NC MOUNTAINS email: landyeti- North Carolina Where there veg@aol.com. .is: Cool Mountain Air, Views & Stream, Homes, Cabins & NC MOUNTAINS- Panoramic Acreage: CALL FOR FREE views and mountain streams BROCHURE OF MOUNTAIN in high elevation between PROPERTY SALES. Boone and Asheville. Tracts (800)642-5333. Realty Of range 1-5 acres with access Murphy 317 Peachtree' St. and utilities from $49,900. Murphy, N.C. 28906. (800)455-1981, x.148, www.realtyofmurphy.com. REAL ESTATE AUCTION! R 10AM, Sat, May 14 Lake Placid, FL Development Po- I tentiall 43+/- acres in NEED CASH?? p TEt 33+/ arc crrntlyBS I Buy Houses, Land, Campers, grove Preview: 12-4PM, Sat Boats or anything, any con- 5/7 (800)257-4161 edition. (863)228-2761. www.higgenbotham.com | i Higgenbotham Auctioneers MAHilA M.E. Higgenbotham, CAI FL MIlU e Lic #AU305/AB158. SO. GA. COASTAL PROPERTY I 3+ AC of Deepwater Oceand Access from $345/ mo! Mobile Home Lots 2005 Ready to build in gated com- munity w/ many amenities. Mobile Home Parts 2010 Near St. Simon's and Jack- Mobile Homes Rent 2015 sonville. Call now! Mobile Homes Sale 2020 0877)426-2326, ext 895 Monthly payments of $344.57 based on $79,900 Mile Homes - w/10% down. Interest- only t pmnt. w/5.75% fixed rate for 2 yrs. Converts to a 15- yr 2 or 3 Bedroom Mobile variable loan. Rates subject Homes For Rent to change w/out notice. Void Stanton Mobile Homes where prohibited. 863-983-8106 Tennessee Lake Property Sale! Parcels from $24,900. t Sae 6 1/2 Acre lot $59,900. 27 Acre Lake Estate $124,900. Financing Available: Cabins Available. Call toll- Buy Here, Pay Here. free (866)770-5263 ext 8 for Stanton Mobile Homes details Marginal Credit O.K. VIEWS VIEWS VIEWS Hele- allor80063-983-8106 na Montana 4.7 Acres $79,990. Ride out your backdoor to millions of acres of national forest! New & Used Awesome lake & mountain Mobile Homes: views, close to Canyon Ferry Land Home Packages Lake, minutes to Helena. as little as $1,800 down. Soils tested, utilities, ready Stanton Homes to build on. Call owner 863-983-8106 (888)770-2240. Buying a car? Look in Owner Financing the classified. Selling ON MOBILE HOMES a car? Look in the & LAND classified. Call 863-228-1405 FOUR WHEELER- Runs Good. -----. GO-CART, '04, Silver Fox, lJ Boats 30 5 w/seat belts & roll cage. Campers, RVs 3010 Brand new. $1,250. ULI', Jet Shiis 3015 (863)467-7657. L .C LL-r: C'Marine Accessories 3Cr20 Marine Miscellaneous 3025 HONDA ATC 200 (3) Needs' Motorcycles 3030 work, comes with extra. OUNTRY ACRES SportVehicles'ATVs3035 parts. $400 JEEP CHEROKEE- 91', New rom $59,900 & up, A/C starter, water/fuel re & 1/4 available or use pumps. Needs major motor. n payment. Financing AIR BOAT HULL- w/cage work $900.863-532-9355. 3417 or 561-753-8355 13 .5t, $800. YAMAHA PW 80 '95, Runs (863)634-9826. good, $500. (863)634-5402 ALUMINUM- '14, Mercury out board motor 50hp W/floata- Recreation tion seats. $200. & r HoM ES (863)675-7471. BASS BOAT- Ranger, 17', with OF CLEWISTON 115 Mercury engine, runs excellent, w/trlr. $1500. C ers/ (863)801-1666. Jet Skils i 015 1)Verv Nice, Marine Acces 30 )/WA DW BAYLINER, '99, 16 ft., 75hp, Marine iranoeus3O0Si 2/2L DWI 'galvanized trailer, good con- Motorcycle 303 *A edition, $2500 neg. Sportthide/ATVas Applicances, (863)634-9771 $ !t ;- * Screen Porch, EVINRUDE- 25HP, Electric - Extra DW start like new cond. $1295. (863)635-3465. CADILLAC BROUGHAM '83, 4 CarDort, 2 dr, 75% restored. 50 K, Cold Shed Seadoo Jet Boat Sport LE,' A/C. Parts less than 4 yrs. Ses 2001, 130hp., low hours, old. $2000 863-517-0386 $74,900 garage kept, boat cover & CHEVY CAVALIER '99, A/C, (863)983-3189/228-1277 New engine parts. Good in- terior. $3500. or best offer. TIDECRAFT BASS BOAT & (863)610-2190 2) Midstate TRLR, '83- 140HP Suzuki CHEVY LUMINA- '93, Dual air, fiberglass, $1800. Very Good condition. $1800. Loop Special, (863)946-1481. (863)234-1009 or 3/2 DW, (863)674-0843. Fence V/HULL Aluminum, 12', with DODGE NEON '98, Runs good. Fn fish finder 18hp Johnson 4 door. $1,800., Carport, Shed motor. With live well. Trail- (863)697-2622. 2 00 $9(863)414-0787 Neg FORD TEMPO- "93, Good S(863)414-0787, Condition. $1500., ers/lI3 (863)234-1009 or 3N T (863)674-0843. 3 New DUTCHMAN, 26', Great fixer HYUNDAI ACCENT 1995, Land t Home upper. Villa RV Park on 441 Runs good. Cold AC. Must Packaes in SE Screen Rm. & A/C. see! $2000.863)634-1259 Packages in $4000 863-357-2633 or (863)697-0191 Sunshine Lake NISSAN 300ZX 1987, Runs fast. Needs work. $450 firm. Estates (863)612-0900 Now Available FIBERGLASS BOAT MOLD- OLDS DELTA 88, '86- runs length 13ft, beam 5ft, V-Hull, good, $500 or best offer, 4 )r i 50 $300. (863)467-5496. (863)801-1724. 4)TrOpi 50 faiPONTIAC 6000-'88, All pow- Sll er, A/C, Low mileage. lean a/ N1 $995. Firm. (863)763-5154. Cal AC Airboat Engine, Ground Pow- PONTIAC BONNIVILLE- '92, nces er Unit, with 520 jugs, needs A/C, Clean, $1395. Firm. modifying, $2000. (863)763-5154. 8,900. (863)675-1754 TOYOTA- '81, Needs carure- 2160 W.Hy.t27 Clewiston Mor kit, as is $350, or best 21.4 W. Ml y.2CMARTo offer. (863)697-3869. 1.4 MilesN.Wof WAL*MART 983-4663 YAMAHA 2003 R6 Street TOYOTA AVALON, '00- 1 1 CHamPIOn Bike: Blue, only 4,000 miles, owner, runs great, exc cond. SHoMEBUILoDERco great condition. $6500. Call loaded, $9900 Must Sell! Paul @ (863)634-5698 (561)422-3477, / / 20 1 wM , I S3Hoss-Sale il-oues- S le 1 Fouses SleB' tp: wvira. en ry-g m l^oses- ale g ForIes * ve tock [ es Sale Vand- Sle~IHB I pagm Thurday May_______ 5,00 Serving____ the______ comuite south_ of Lake Okeechob Il Notice BID SOLICITATION NOTICE STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Bartow, Fodda April 19,2005 Advertisement No.1 CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS Sealed bids will be received until 2:00 RM. (Bartow Local Time) on Thursday, May 19, 2005 at the District Office, State of Florida Department of Transportation, 801 North Broadway Ave., Bartow, Florida 33830 for the following work. Bids received will be opened and publicly read aloud in the Planning Mult-Purpose Conference Room. Sealed bids may be mailed and must be received prior to bid opening to State of Florida Department of Transportation, 801 North Broadway Ave., Attn: Dis- trict Contracts MS 1-18, Barlow, Florida 33830. If the bid amount is greater than $250,000.00 on construction projects, the Contractor must be pre-qualified as re- quired by Florida Statute 337.14(1) and Rule Chater 14-22. ---NOTE-- Proposal Forms will not be issued after 2:00 RM. (Bartow Local Time) on Wednes- day, May 18, 2005. Plan holders list will not be Issued after 5:00 pm on Friday, May 13,2005. NOTICE TO BIDDERS: YOU MAY OBTAIN PLANS, SPECIAL PROVISIONS AND/OR BID DOCUMENTS BY FAXING A FAX ORDER FORM TO (863) 534-7172. THIS FORM MAY BE DOWNLOADED AT WWW DOT STATE FL US/CONTRACTSADMINISTRA- TIONDISTRICT1. FIRST TIME BIDDERS MUST ATTEND AN ORIENTATION MEETING IN ORDER TO RECEIVE BID DOCUMENTS FOR MAINTENANCE PROJECTS ONLY. YOU MUST INDICATE ON THE FAX ORDER FORM OF YOUR INTENT TO ATTEND THIS MEETING. NEW BIDDERS ORIENTATION MEETING HAS BEEN SCHEDULED FOR TUESDAY, MAY 10, 2005 AT 2:00 RM. FOR TECHNICAL QUESTIONS RE- GARDING SPECIFICATIONS OR PAY ITEMS, CONTACT THE PROJECT MANAGER LISTED. ALSO PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBStTE TO REGISTER FOR OUR UPCOMING MENU BUILDER TRAINING (CONTRACT NO. E1E85) COUNTY POLK: FINANCIAL PROJECT NO 417974-1-52-01; Improvements consist of adding turn lanes, widening, nd drainage Improvements on SR 555 (US 17). (Approx 50 Calendar Days). NOTE: PROJECT MANAGER: DAWNANN ROBERTS, dawnann robets(i)idot stto If us (863) 519-2227. BUD- GET AMOUNT $134,931.00. THERE IS NO CHARGE FOR PLANS AND SPECS. (CONTRACT NO. E1E1E86) COUNTY POLK: FINANCIAL PROJECT NO 414911-1-72-01; Work consists of hi hwaysignlng Installation and replacement. (Approx 365 Calendar Days). NOTE: PROJ ECT MANAGER: DAVID BARTHLE 863 519-4315. BUDGET AMOUNT $70,000. THERE IS NO CHARGE FOR SPECIFICATIONS. PLEASE NOTE: FUNDS APPROVAL SARE CONTINGENT UPON LEGISLATIVE APPROVAL. (CONTRACT NO. E1E87) COUNTY POLK, HIGHLANDS & OKEECHOBEE: FINANCIAL PROJECT NO 414947-1-72-01; Work consists of long line roadway striping. (Ap- prox 365 Calendar Days). NOTE: PROJECT MANAGER: DAVID BARTHLE (863)519-4315. BUDGET AMOUNT $333,000. THERE IS NO CHARGE FOR SPECIFICATIONS. (CONTRACT NO. E1EB8) COUNTY GLADES & HENRY: FINANCIAL PROJECT NO. 418979-1-72-01 & 418980-1-72-01; Work consists of removal and placement of Thermoplastic and RPM's. NOTE: PROJECT MANAGER: JOHN ANDERSON (863)674-4027. (Approx 365 Calendar Days). BUDGET AMOUNT $100,000. THERE IS NO CHARGE FOR SPECIFICATIONS. (CONTRACT NO. E1E89) COUNTY GLADES & HENRY: FINANCIAL PROJECT NO 414882-1-72-01 & 414883-1-72-01; Work consists of miscellaneous concrete, side drain pipe, mitered end section and sidewalk repairs. (Appmx 365 Calendar Days). NOTE: PROJECT MANAGER: JOHN ANDERSON (863)674-4027. BUDGET AMOU NT $250,000. THERE IS NO CHARGE FOR SPECIFICATIONS. Cheryl Sanchious, District Contracts Administrator Bid Solicitation Notice in accordance withChapter 337 ES. 51045 ON/CGS 4/28;5/5/05 TOYOTA PRIVIA, '93- runs good, needs TLC, $1000 or best offer. (863)612-0258. Clasi Cas 01 Antique & Classic Cars for sale. (863)763-6266 or 863-697-1319 or striebelautosales.com FORD MUSTANG '89, Gray, 2 door, 4 cyl, 5spd, Runs great $1000. (863)634-1 077 00-966-3511 ext. 173 MERCURY COUGAR, '77, 2 door, low miles, $1200. (863)357-0371 CLUB CAR, '97- Exc. cond., good batt/charger, $1599. (863)697-1350/763-2063. Golf Carts, Gas or Electric Buy and Sell Call (863)824-0878 ^^ a. AlA BRUSH GUARD, & Diamond -Plile Tol ro\, SS Nerf Bars, for Dodge Qu.dcab $750 .(6316-3-0920 . RIMS- 17" (4),'- wlfn tles, asking $900. (239)324-2891. TIRES- 4, 245/70R/17. Used, Good tread. Asking $125. 863)697-3146 or 67-0883. TIRES, (5), Falken Ziex S/TZ01 265 50R20, plenty of miles left, $150. (863)763-4098 Tires-4, Bumper jack, tow bar Heavy duty vice. $140. will separate. (863)675-7471. CHEVY 1/2 ton, V8, auto Flat bed/Utility. Runs good. $1000 or best offer. 863-697-68.12. DODGE PU, '84- straight 6 cyl, 4 on the floor, short bed w/topper, $600 (863)467-6805. FORD F250 XLT, '99, Diesel, Super Cab, 147K, Runs Per- fect. $11,500. or best offer. (863)946-1917. CARGO TRAILER, '00 Hall- mark 8x20, with dovetail ramp, pulled twice locally, $4,000.239-250-3282 TRAILER Heavy Duty, dove- tailed w/ ramps and dual 8 lug adxles. 7' 6" x 19' $1700 (239)707-8365 DODGE VAN, '90, red, nice body, good condition, $2000 (863)467-0987 FORD AEROSTAR-'92, Good motor Needs Trans. & A/C $750. or best offer. (863)357-6378. FORD ECONOLINE 300- 6cyl, 4 speed manual trans. A/C, 2 bench seats. Runs good. $1150.(863)447-0613 ...... $ .! :8 4 6. 3........ ... . Public Notices L-ilili A PublI ic IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OFTHE TWENTIETH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR HENRY COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL ACTION JAMES B. NUTTER & COMPANY Plaintiff vs. Case No.,: 2005-70CA MIGUEL A. VELIZ, et al. Defendanl(s) NOTICE OF SALE Notice Is hereby given that, pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure or Or- der dated April 25, 2005, entered in Civil Case Number 2005-70CA, In the .Circuit Court for HENDRY County, Floriodda, wherein JAMES B. NUTTER & COMPANY is the Plaintiff, and MIGUEL A. VELIZ, at al., are the Defendants, I will sell the property situated in HEND- RY County, Florida, described as: Lot 10, Block 2169, PORT LABELLE UNIT 4, according to the plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 3, Page 86, Public Records of Hendry County, Florida. at public sale, to the highest and best bidder, for cash, at Highway 80 and Main Street, LaBelle, FL 33935, at 11:00 a.m. on the 25th day of May, 2005. Dated: April 26,2005. BARBARA S. BUTLER CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT By:/s/Hammond 52331 CGS 5/5,12/05 I l Notice i Notice IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OFTHE TWENTIETH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR HENDRY COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL DIVISION TRAVIS LOFTON and KELLY LOFTON, husband and wife, Plaintiffs, vs. CASE NO. 04-1035-CA ROBERT DEAN REED and MARILOU REED, deceased, Individually and as husband and wife: AUBURN B. DUNCAN and NORMA J. DUNCAN, Individually and as hus- band and wife; RUBY H. BRUECKNER, individually, and if married, unknown spouse if living: ANNIE B. DAVIS, Individually, and if married, unknown spouse if living; and any known or unknown parties who may claim as heirs, devisees, grantees, gran- tors, trustees or other claimants, by, through, under or against them, any right, lte, or Interest in the following described property, situate, lying, and being in Hendry County, Floridda. Defendants NOTICE OF ACTION TO: Robert Dean Reed and Marilou Reed 735 Meadowvlew Drive Villa Hills, Kentucky 41017 or Robert Dean Reed and Marilou Reed 6969 Tranton Franklin Road Middletown, Ohio 45042 Auburn Duncan & Norma J. Duncan 1003 College Avenue Jackson, Kentucky 41339 Ruby H. Bruckner & Annie B. Davis 329 Live Oak Lane Galle, Floriodda 32935 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to quiet tite on the following described properties In Hendry County, Florida, to-wit Parcel I: The West one-half of the Southwest one-quarter of the Southeast one-quarter of the Northwest one-quarter of the Southwest one-quarter of Section 30, Township 30, Township 44 South, Range 28 East, Hendry County, Florida; Parcel II: The East one-half of the Southwest one-quarter of the Southeast one-quarter of the Northwest one-quarter of the Southwest one-quarter of Section 30, Township 44 South, Range 28 East, Hendry County, Florida; I ^uli Noic I Notice HENDRY COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT NOTICE OF PROPOSED RULE SUBMITTED BY: R. Scott Cooper DATE: 5/24/05 SUBJECT AREA: 247 Principal: Eligibility for Performance Pay EXECUTIVE SUMMERY OF PURPOSE: The proposed rules establishes the policy for Ineligibility for Principals re-performance pay. CITATION OF LEGAL AUTHORITY: 120.536, 120.54, 120.81, 1001.42(2), 1001,43, 1001.51,1012.23 and 1006.09(4) ES. (iAiTOCN OF SPECIFIC LEGAL REFERENCE: 120.536, 120.54, 120.81, 1001.41(2), ieul .:i, 1001.51,1012.23 and 1006.09(4) F.S. FULL TEXT: A copy of the full text of the proposed rule may be obtained, without cost, at the Office of the Superintendent of Schools. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The proposed rule establishes the policy for ineligibility for Principals re performance pay. STATEMENT OF REGULATORY COSTS: The proposed policy revision will create no additional district economic Impact in excess of $100.00 except for the costs of printing and distributions. LOCATION OF MEETING, TIME AND DATE: Hend ry County School Board Meeting Room, 25 E. Hickpochee Avenue, LaBelle, FL at 5:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard on May 24,2005. Notice: Any person who wishes to provide the School Board with Information regard- ing the statement of estimated regulatory costs, or to provide a proposal for a lower cost regulatory alternative must do so In writing within 21 days after publication of this notice. Notice: If requested In writing and not deemed unnecessary by the Agency Head, a Rule Development Workshop will be held at a time and date to be advertised In the future. Notice: The procedure for obtaining a public hearing on this proposed rule is to re- quest, In writing, a hearing. The request shall be submitted to the Superintendent of Schools, In writing, within 21 days after publication of this notice. The request shall specify how the person requesting the public hearing would be affected by the pro- posed rule. The School Board, upon appropriate request, shall give affected persons an opportunity to present evidence and argument on the issues under consideration. Parcel III: The West one-half of the Southeast one-quarter of the Southeast one-quarter of the Northwest one-quarter of the Southwest one-quarter of Section 30, Township Notice: Inspection and copy of all written materials constituting public records sub- 44 South, Range 28 East, Hendry County, Floda. mtted to the agency regaling draft rules may be obtained by request In writing to South, Range 2 East, Hndry Couny, oda. the Superintendent of Schools. has been tiled against you, and you are required to serve a copy of written defenses, if any, to it on Kenneth K. Thompson, Plaintiffs attorney, whose address is 1150 Lee Boulevard, Suite 1, Lehigh Acres, Florida 33936, on or before May 31, 2005, and file the original with the C erk of this Court at the Lee County Justice Center, 1700Monroe Street, Fort Myers, Florioda 33901, either before service on Plain- tiffs attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you forthe relief demanded In the complaint WITNESS MY hand and seal of this Court on this 15th day of April, 2005. BARBARA S. BUTLER, CLERK OF COURT By: /Is/Hammond as Deputy Clerk IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR HENDRY COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL DIVISION CASE NO. 04-969-CA UCN:262004CA000969XX0XXX MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. MIN NO. 1000460-00062067834. Plaintiff vs. STEVEN ALLEN, at al., Defendants NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 45 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to an Order or Summary Final Judgment of foreclosure dated April 25, 2005, and entered in Case No. 04-969-CA UCN: 262004CA000969XXXXCX of the Circuit Court in and for Hendry County, Florida, wherein Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., MIN No. 1000460-00062067834 Is Plaintiff and STEVEN ALLEN; ANNA ALLEN; HOUSING REDEVELOPMENT, INC., A DISSOLVED FLORIDA CORPO- RATION; PORT LABELLE UNIT FOUR PROPERTY HOMEOWNER'S ASSO- CIATION, INC., A DISSOLVED FLORI- DA CORPORATION; UNKNOWN TENANT NO. 1; UNKNOWN TENANT NO. 2; and ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES CLAIMING INTERESTS BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST A NAMED DE- FENDANT TO THIS ACTION, OR HAV- ING OR CLAIMING TO HAVE ANY RIGHT, TITLE OR INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY HEREIN DESCRIBED, are Defendants, I will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash on the Sec- ond Floor in front of the Main Clerk's Office at the Hendry County Court- house, 25 East Hlckpochee Avenue, LaBelle, FL 33935 at Hendry County, Florida, at 11:00 a.m. on the 18th day of May, 2005, the following described property as set forth In said Order or Final Judgment, to-wit: LOT 30; BLOCK 2172, PORT LABELLE UNiT 4, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 3, PAGE 86, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF HENRY COUNTY, SFLORIDA. If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation In order to participate In this proceeding,you are entitled, at no cost to you to the pro- vision of certain assistance. Please contact the Court at 863-675-5201, fx 863-675-5238 within two (2) working days of your receipt of this Notice; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call oreda Relay Service (800) 955-8770. DATED at LaBelle, Rorida, on April 26, 2005. BARBARA BUTLER As Clerk, Circuit Court By:/s/Hammond As Deputy Clerk 52343 CGS 5/5,12/05 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR HENDRY COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FRI No.,2005-040-CP IN RE: ESTATE OF GARY JAMES HAINLEY, Deceased NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of GARY JAMES HAINLEY, deceased, File No. 2005-040-CR Is pending In the Circuit Court for Hendry County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Post Office Box 1760, La- Belle, Florida 33975. The names and addresses of the .Personal Represen- tative and the Personal Representa- tive's attorney are setforth below. ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE NOTI- FIED THAT: All persons on whom this notice is Served who have objections that chal- lenge the validity of the Will, the qualifications of the Personal Repre- sentative venue, or jurisdiction of this Court are required to file their objec- tions with this Court WITHIN THE LAT- ER OF THREE MONTHS.AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY DAYS.AF- TER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. ,p creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedents estate on whom a copy of this notice is served within three months after the date of the first publication of this notice must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICA- TION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and persons having claims or demands against the decedents estate must tile their claims with this court WITHIN THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS, DEMANDS AND OBJEC- TIONS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOR- EVER BARRED. The date of the first publication of this Notice Is April 28,2005. Attorney for Personal Representative: Melanle A. McGahee. Esq. 417 West Sugardand Highway Clewiston, Florida 33440 Phone: (863)983-1677 Fax:(863)983-1973 Florida Bar No. 0962694 Personal Representive: JEFFREY S. CAULKINS 229 Via del Aqua Avenue Clewlston, Florida 33440 51021 CGS 4/28;5/5/05 Looking for a place to hang your hat? Look no further than the classified. Notice: The School Board may recognize any material which may be judicially noticed and to Incorporate them Into the record of the rule making proceeding. The School Board may Incorporate material by reference into the proposed rule. Notice: If you need an accommodation In order to participate in this process, please no- tify Thomas W. Conner, the Superintendent of Schools at (863) 674-4642 or at the Hendry County Courthouse, LaBelle, Florida 33935 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting or workshop. Notice: If the School Board adopts the proposed rule, one certified copy of the pro- posed rule shall be filed in the Office of the Superintendent of Schools pursuant to 120.54(3)(e),F ES. 52507 CGS 5/5,12,19 CB 5/19/05 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWENTIETH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, IN AND FOR HENDRY COUNTY CIVIL DIVISION GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC F/K/A CONSECO FINANCE SERVICING CORR F/iK/A GREEN TREE FINANCIAL SERVICING CORPORATION, Plaintiff vs. CASE NO. 05-118-CA DANIEL B. HINKLE AK/A DANIEL HIN- KLE; THE UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF DANIEL B. HINKLE A/IK/A DANIEL HIN- KLE; IF LIVING, INCLUDING ANY UN- KNOWN SPOUSE OF SAID DEFENDANTSS, IF REMARRIED, AND IF DECEASED, THE RESPECTIVE UN- KNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANT- EES, ASSIGNEES, CREDITORS, LIENORS, AND TRUSTEES, AND ALL OTHER PERSONS CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST THE NAMED DEFENDANTSS; WELLS FAR- GO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO WELLS FARGO BANK MINNESOTA, NA; WHETHER DISSOLVED OR PRES- ENTLY EXISTING, TOGETHER WITH ANY GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, CREDI- TORS, LIENORS, OR TRUSTEES OF SAID DEFENDANTS) AND ALL OTH- ER PERSONS CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, UNDER, OR AGAINST DE- FENDANT(S); UNKNOWN TENANT #1; UNKNOWN TENANT #2, Defendant(s). NOTICE OF SALE Notice Is hereby given that pursuant to a Final Summary Judgment of Fore- closure entered In the above-styled cause, in the Circuit Court of Hendry County, Florida, I will sell the property situate in Hendry County, Florida, de- scribed as: LOT 1. LABELLE MANOR SUBDIVISION. LO.RDIr4i TO itim MAP.OiR LAi 'iHERCI A. AfI'OHLI|U iN fLAi i A/l ij p iC i: C I:O I.I;I. I, :L(i, eirOf julOA5 To Include a: 1989 SPECIALTY MOBILE HOME; VIN #FLFLJ70A16363SE and.TITLE #47510844 /K/A 781 EASTSEMINOLE AVENUE LABELLE, FL 33935 at public sale, at 11:00 o'clock, A.M., or as soon thereafter as same can be done, to the highest bidder, or bid- ders, for cash, in the front office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court In the Hendry County Courthouse (being the second floor hallway of the Hendry County Courts Building), LaBelle, FL 33935, on the 25th day of May, 2005. DATED THIS 26th day of Ap6l, 2005. CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT By:/s/Hammond Deputy Clerk 52296 CGS 5/5,12/05 LEGAL NOTICE The following vehicles will be sold at public auction on May16 at 8:00 a.m. at 2190 NW 16th St, Belle Glade:, FL: 1986 Ford Van VIN #1FTJE3416GHA20937 1986 Honda 4 Dr VIN #1HGBA7429GA107886 1990 Cadillac 4 Or VIN #1G6CD5338L4370231 52431 CGS 5/5/05 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OFTHE TWENTIETH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR HENDRY COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL ACTION SUNTRUST MORTGAGE, INC., Plaintiff vs. Case No. 2004-1800-CA WINIFRED T. FORD, ate al, Defendants) NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Mortgage Forecl- soure dated April 25, 2005 and en- tered in Cast No. 2004-1090-CA of the Circuit Court of the TWENTIETH Judicial Circuit in and for HENDRY County, Floirda wherein SUNTRUST MORTGAGE, INC., is the Plalntiff and WINIFRED T FORD; THE UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF WINIFRED T FORD N/K/A BARRY FLOOD; are the Defendants, I will sell to the highest and best bidder fo cash at IN FRONT OF THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF THE COURT, BE- ING THE SECOND FLOOR HALLWAY OF THE HENDRY COUNTY ADMINIS- TRATION BUILDING CORNER OF HIGHWAY 80 AND 29TH SOUTH, LA- BELLE, FLORIDA at 11:00 AM, on the 25th day of May, 2005, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgement THE PORTION OF LOT 10 IN L.V. HULL'S SUBDIVISION OF WEST LABELLE, AS SHOWN ON PLAT RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF'THE CLERK OF THE CIR- CUIT COURT, HENDRY COUNTY, FLORIDA, IN PLAT BOOK 3, PAGE 12, WHICH LIES EAST OF THE RIGHT-OF- WAY OF THE UNITED STATES GOV- ERNMENT EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF THE CALOOSAHATCHEE RIVER, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: FROM THE NORTH- EAST CORNER OF LOT 10 IN L.V. HULL'S SUBDIVISION OF WEST LA- BELLE, IN GOVERNMENT LOT 4, SEC- TION 7, TOWNSHIP 43 SOUTH 00 DEGREES 47 MINUTES 12 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 38.05 FEET TO THE POINT-OF-BEGINNING; THENCE WEST ON A BEARING OF SOUTH 89 DEGREES 40 MINUTES 04 SECONDS WEST A DISTANCE OF 916.35 FEET TO THE U.S. GOVERN- MENT EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF THE CALOOSAHATCHEE RIVER; THENCE SOUTH ON A BEARING OF SOUTH 18 DEGREES 51 MINUTES 1 SECONDS WEST A DISTANCE OF 149.51 FEET; THENCE EAST ON A BEARING OF NORTH 89 DEGREES 43 MINUTES 19 SECONDS EAST A DIS- TANCE OF 966.61 FEET TO THE EAST LOT LINE OF LOT 10; THENCE NORTH ON A BEARING OF NORTH 00 DE-' GREES 47 MINUTES 12 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 142.24 FEET TO THE POINT-OF-BEGINNING, SAID PROPERTY LYING AND BEING IN HENDRY COUNTY, FLORIDA. A/K/A 220 Live Oak Lane, LaBelle, FL 33935 WITNESS MY HAND and the seal'of this Court on April 28,2005. Barbara S. Butler Clerk of the Circuit Court By:/s/A. Holsbeke Deputy Clerk 52459 CGS 5/5,12/05 Your new home could be in today's paper. Have you looked for It? Looking for a place to hang your hat? Look no further than the classifieds. I No ice [ bic I Ie KYLE AUSTIN LEE, Plaintilff(s), V. CHARLES WESTON and ALICE WESTON, individually and as husband and wife, Defendants. NOTICE OF ACTION TO: CHARLES WESTON and ALICE WESTON, Individually and as husband wife, their unknown spouses, widows, widowers, heirs devisees creditors, grantees, and all parties having or claiming by, through, under, or against them, and any all persons claiming any right, tiOe Interest, claim, lien estate or demand against the Defendant In regards to the following described property In Hendry County, Flodda: Parcel 1 LOTS) 3, BLOCK 2047, UNIT 2, PORT LABELLE STRAP # 4-10-43-29-020-2047-0030 Parcel 2 LOT(S) 4, BLOCK 2047, UNIT 2, PORT LABELLE STRAP # 4-10-43-29-020-2047-0040 Notice is hereby given go each of you that an action to quiet title to the above de- scribed property has been filed against you and you are required to serve your writ- ten defenses on Plaintiffs attorney, BILL MCFARLAND, RA., RO. BOX 10157, CAPE CORAL, FL 33910, and file original with the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Hendry County, R 0. Box 1760, LaBelle, FL 33975 on or before MAY 31,2005, or other- wise a default judgment will be entered against you for the relief sought In the Com- plaint THIS NOTICE will be published once a week for four consecutive weeks In a news- paper of general circulation published in Hendry County, Florida. Dated this 21st day of April, 2005. Barbara S. Bufftler Deputy Clerk By S. Hammond Deputy Clerk Bill McFarland Attorney for the Plaintiff P.O. Box101507 Cape Coral, FL 33910 Fa. Bar No. 195103 CGS 04/28;05/05,12,19/05 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OFTHE TWENTIETH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR HENDRY COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL ACTION WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE, INC., Plaintiff vs. Case No. 2003-604-CA JONATHON CORTES, et al, Defendant(s) NOTICE OF RESCHEDULED FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to an Order Rescheduling Foreclosure Sale dates April 25, 2005 and entered in Case No. 2003-604-CA of the Cir- cuit Court of the TWENTIETH Judicial Circuit in and for HENDRY County, SRodda wherein WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE, INC., Is the Plaintiff and JONATHON CORTES; THE UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF JONATHON CORTES N/K/A MICHELE ALLHOUSE; TRAVIS ERWIN; MICHELLE ERWIN; are the Defendants, I will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at IN FRONT OF THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF THE COURT, BEING THE SECOND FLOOR HALLWAY OF THE HENRY COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING CORNER OF HIGHWAY 80 AND 29TH SOUTH, LABELLE, FLORIDA at 11:00 AM, on the 18th day of May, 2005, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment COMMENCE 50 FEET SOUTH OF THE NW CORNER OF THE NE 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4, SECTION 28, TOWNSHIP 43 SOUTH, RANGE 28 EAST, HENDRY COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND RUN N 87 DEGREES 59' E, FOLLOWING THE S R/W LINE OF STATE HIGHWAY S-80, 593 FEET TO THE POB. THENCE CONTINUE ON THE BEARING OF N 87 DEGREES 59' E, FOLLOWING THE SOUTH R/W LINE OF STATE HIGH- WAY S-80, 100 FEET; THENCE S 2 DEGREES 01' E, TO THE NORTH R/W LINE OF THE OLD ABANDONED S.A..L RAILROAD GRADE; THENCE, WESTWARD FOLLOWING THE NORTH R/W LINE OF THE OLD ABAN- DONED S.A.L RAILROAD GRADE 100 FEET; THENCE N 2 DEGREES 01' W, TO THE POB. A.K.A LOT 7, HIGHWAY BUSINESS CENTER, AN UNRECORD- ED SUBDIVISION, TOGETHER WITH THAT CERTAIN MOBILE HOME LO- CATED THEREON DESCRIBED AS A 1989 FLEETWOOD WITH ID NUM- BERS GAFLJO5A15002CH AND GAFLJO5B15002CH, AND TITLE NUMBERS 47117128 AND 47155342. A/K/A 5625 State Road 80 West, Alva,. FL 33920 WITNESS MY HAND and the seal of this Court on April 26,2005. Barbara S. Butler Clerk of the Circuit Court By:/s/Hammond Deputy Clerk 52358 CGS 5/5,12/05 NOTICE FOR BIDS Port LaBelle Community Development District will accept sealed bid propo- sals up to 11:00,A.M., June 6, 2005, to construct a 1360 square foot chemical storage building in Port La- Bellei, Plat Unit 6 In Hendry County, Florida. Plans, specifications, and related mated- al may be Obtained from the office of Johnson-Prewlftt and Associates, Inc., 850 W. Ventura Ave., Clewiston, Flori- da 33440. The owner reserves the right to hold all proposals for sixty (60) days and to reject any or all proposals, with or without cause, to waive technical er- rors and informalities or to accept the bid In its judgment which best serves the owner. Ralph W. Nicholson General Manager 52426 COS/CB 5/5/05 When you want some- thing sold, advertise In the classifieds. SIN THE CIRCUIT OF THE 20TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OFFLORIDA, IN AND FOR HENDRY COUNTY WESTERN UNITED LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY, Plaintiff vs. Case #04-957-CA JOSE ANTONIO'DE LEON AND CLAUDIA DE LEON, HIS WIFE; UNKNOWN PAR- TIES IN POSSESSION #1; UNKNOWN PARTIES IN POSSESSION #2; IF LIV- ING, AND ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, UNDER AND AGAINST THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS) WHO ARE NOT KNOWN TO BE DEAD OR ALIVE, WHETHER SAID UNKNOWN PARTIES MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST AS SPOUSES, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, OR OTHER CLAIMANTS Defendant(s) NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to an Order of Fnal Judgment of Foreclo- sure dated April 25, 2005, entered in Civil Case No. 04-957-CA of the Cir- cuit Court of the 20th Judicial Circuit in and for Hendry County, Florida, wherein WESTERN UNITED LIFE AS- SURANCE COMPANY, Plaintiff and JOSE ANTONIO DE LEON AND CLAU- DIA DE LEON, HIS WIFE are defen- dant(s), I will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, IN FRONT OF THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT IN THE HENRY COUNTY COURTHOUSE, (BEING THE 2ND FLOOR HALLWAY OF THE HEND- RY COURTS BUILDING), LABELLE, FLORIDA, AT 11:00 A.M. on May 25, 2005 the following described property as set forth in said FInal Judgment, to- wit: THE SOUTH HALF OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 31, TOWN- SHIP 44 SOUTH, RANGE 33 EAST, HENDRY COUNTY, FLORIDA A/K/A LOT 5888 MONTURA RANCH ES- TATES, UNRECORDED. If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation In order to participate in this proceeding, you are entUtied, at no cost to you, to re pro- vision of a certain assistance. Please contact Hendry County Courthouse, 25 East Hickpochee Avenue, LaBelle, FL 33935 within 2 working days of your receipt of this notice of sale; if you are hearing impaired call: 1-800-955-8770. DATED at LABELLE, Florida, this 26th day of April, 2005. BARBARA S. BUTLER CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Hendry County, Fodrda By:/s/Hammond Deputy Clerk 52300 CGS 5/5,12/05 LEGAL NOTICE The Southwest Florida Workforce Devel- opment Board, Inc., a nonprofit corpo- ration, Is soliciting bids to perform the audit of our financial records for the years ending June 30, 2005, June 30, 2006, and June 30, 2007. The Board Is responsible for the administration of the Workforce Investment Act funds, Welfare Transition Services, Agency for Workforce Innovation, as well as Department of Education Grants. Pro- posal packages may be received by writing to Joe Paterno, Executive Di- rector, Southwest Florida Workforce Development Board, Inc., 24311 Wal- den Center Drive, Suite 200, Bonita Springs; FL, 34134 or telephone (239) 992-8000. Women and mi- nority businesses are encouraged to inquire. Earn some extra cash. Sell your used items in the classlfieds Grab a bagai from your neIghbor's garage, atc, basement or closet in today's classifieds. ai Notic 5 NOTICE OF INTENTION TO REGISTER FICTITIOUS NAME The undersigned does heromby certify that Farmers Mkt. Loop conducting a Pro- duce business at LaBelle, Florida, un- der the 'fictitious name of Consolidation Services and that said firm Is composed of the following per- sons whose names and places of residence are as follows: Tony Tolar 681 S. Main St LaBello, FL 33935 Ownership of Consolidation Services Is as follows: TonyTolar 100% Farmers Mkt. Loop It Is my Intentions to apply to the Florida Department of State, Division of Cor- porations to reglIster the said name of onsolidation Services under the pro- visions of Chapter 90-267, laws of Florida, Acts of 1991. 52485 CGS 5/5/05 NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION You are hereby notified that Twin Lakes Estates will sell the mobile home described below 'AS IS" to the highest bidder. 14'x65' bluish Singlewide Mobile Home, 3bed/2bath with kitchen & living room. For more details contact Eloy at Twin Lakes Estates 863-983-6293. The home was previously owned by Cheryl T Collett. The sale will be held on Thursday, May 5, 2005 at 6:30 p.m. on Lot 15 at Twin Lakes Es- tates in Clewiston. 51037 CGS 4/28;5/5/05 NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION Pursuant to Ch 713.585(6) F.S. United American Lien & Recovery as agent with power of attorney will sell the fol- lowing vehicles) to the highest bidder subject to any liens; net proceeds de- posited with the clerk of court own- er/ilenholder has right to hearing and fpost bond; owner may redeem vehicle for cash sum of lien; all auctions held in reserve Inspect 1 week prior @ lienor facility; cash or cashier check: 15% buyer prom; any person interested ph (954) 563-1999 ' Sale date May 27, 2005 @10:00 am 3411 NW 9th Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309 14844 1994 Chevrolet S10 pkupvin#: 1GCCS1443R8137457 r/o Mary G Rowers, PO Box 194, Ariton, Al 198 Gene St Ariton R lhi City Auto Sales, 202 Columbia Hwy, Dothan al ienor: Allison Auto & Trk Svc, 1725 E Sr 78 NW Moorehaven, FL 863-946-0335 lien amrt $2298.30 Licensed & bonded auctioneers Flab422 Flau765&1911 52435 CGS 5/5/05 PUBLIC NOTICE Notice Is hereby given that the Sun Ray Mini Storage intends to sell the per- sonal property described below to en- force a lien imposed on said property under the Hodda Self Storage Facility Act Statutes (83,801,83,809) The un- dersigned will sell at public sale on May 13, 2005 at 2:00 pm at the Sun Ray Mini Storage located at 99 Charles St., Frostproof, FL 33843-8401 Polk County State of Flodrida the following units are said to contain household goods. Ashley Thompson A-5 LarryGaines A-18 Caroljeean Eshmon B-36 C-25 Celo Young B-34C-23 Terry Hyche A-49 Andrew Anderton B-3 Derrick Sloan A-66 52286 CGS 5/5,12/05 Got Rodents? Get owls as a solution Do you know any places that have too many rats? UF Profes- sor Richard Raid has been con- cerned that agricultural areas have relied on chemical rat poi- sons to manage these furry fiends. He's discovered at the Ever- glades Research and Education Center a non-chemical way to help reduce these pests by encouraging barn owls the focus of this week's feature col- umn. Over the past few weeks, sev- eral Okeechobee High School students are learning about pest- management practices like using barn owls and nest boxes. They will be using this idea and many more in a new late May event: The Integrated Pest Man- agement (IPM) Brain Bowl. They will be showing residents north of the lake that we can also get rid of excess rodents with these fine-feathered friends. Rodents, primarily in the form of rats and mice, cause mil- lions of dollars in damages annually to crops grown in the Everglades Agricultural Area south of Lake Okeechobee. Not only do rodents destroy and con- taminate crops, they frequently damage equipment and struc- tures with their gnawing. Rats also can spread human diseases such as Plague and Hantavirus. In 1994, the University of Florida initiated a nesting box program in the EAA in an attempt to enhance native barn owl populations. One of nature's most efficient rodent predators, a nesting pair of barn owls may easily destroy more than 1,500 rodents per year, serving as a sustainable form of rodent control. Five different species of owls are found in Florida. Barn owls are a species that inhabits areas much like Okeechobee par- tially open country, farmlands, meadows, and towns. They fly during the night over two miles from their roosting areas, searching for small rodents. These are big birds, standing 14 inches tall, with a heart- shaped "monkey" face. Barn owls range in color from white to buff to a cinnamon-brown. They get their name from their common nesting places: Aban- doned farm buildings like barns, and pump houses. Sometimes they are called "ghost" owls because of their white face and underbelly feathers. They are not "hoot" owls; rather, they make a sound described much like a screaming person. Bird atlas data suggests that the Barn Owl is common and widespread in the southern Florida peninsula. But, it also shows that Okeechobee has fewer documented cases of Barn Owl nesting than areas nearby around our county. That's kind of surprising, consid- ering we have the right kind of habitat for these predators. In Florida, nesting usually takes place from March through July. A pair of owls often pro- duces two broods per year. The natural nest sites are secluded places like tree cavities with a depth of four feet,, abandoned machinery, or old buildings. Although the owls are excel- lent rodent controls, their nest- ing habits may harm buildings, barns, and pump houses on farms when nesting. By building and placing nesting boxes along ditches and canals surrounding farmlands, Dr. Raid has watched barn owl populations in the Glades rise toa point where they had a significant impact on rodent pest populations. And when the barn owls moved into nest boxes, the owl's destructive behavior to structures was also reduced. Barn owls have quickly adapted to the nesting box design promoted by EREC researchers. More than 90 per- cent of boxes showed signs they were being used within a year of placement. In addition, due to their safe, protective nature, the nesting boxes appear to support an extremely high rate of young owlet survival. Although research on the ulti- mate impact on rodent popula- tions is currently in progress, some Everglades growers already attest to the effective- ness of the owls by reducing their use of rodenticides. Besides learnilig how to build i . and place owl nest boxes, IPM Brain Bowl participants have dissected sterilized barn owl pel- lets the undigested regurgitat- ed remains of the barn owl's prey. They will follow in the foot- steps of thousands of other stu- dents south of the lake that have learned first-hand what the barn owls have been eating a les- son they never forget. UF Barn Owl project leaders have involved hundreds of stu- dent volunteers in the construc- tion of nesting boxes. Now the Brain Bowl participants will help extend this effort to our area and throughout the Treasure Coast. This direct participation in assist- ing a desirable wildlife species provides bur youth with a sense of accomplishment and contri- .bution. All in all, this is a win- win proposition unless you're a rodent! I've placed more information, including instructions on how to build your own barn owl nest box on our Okeechobee Web page, http://okeechobee.ifas.ufl.edu. If you need additional informa- tion on barn owls, please email us at okeechobee@ifas.ufl.edu or call us at (863) 763-6469. Local residents can stop by our office at 458 Hwy 98 North in Okeechobee, and visit our Okee- chobee County Master Garden- ers on Tuesday afternoons from 1-5 p.m. Crist praises Anti-Murder Act TALLAHASSEE Attorney General Charlie Crist praised the Senate Criminal Justice Commit- tee for its unanimous approval of Senate Bill 608, the Anti-Murder Act of 2005. The legislation is an effort to protect innocent Floridi- ans from violent criminals by requiring a "danger to the com- munity" hearing for violent felons who violate their probation. "Senators have already shown their commitment to pro- tecting Florida's children by pass- ing the Jessica Lunsford Act, which targets sexual predators. With this vote, committee mem- bers have recognized that theAn- ti-Murder Act will go even further by making sure sexual predators and other violent criminals are kept behind bars in the first place," said Crist. "We look for- ward to this bill being heard by the full Senate." The Anti-Murder Act was inspired by the 2004 murders of Carlie Brucia in Sarasota and six young adults in Deltona, and generated renewed focus in the wake of the tragic slaying of nine-year-old Jessica Lunsford in Homosassa and Sarah Lunde in Ruskin last-month. The suspects in each murder has a lengthy criminal history. The Anti-Murder Act would create a new definition of "forcible felony violator" to cover any probation violator who has a forcible felony in his or her past. This group of probation violators could not be granted bail without first having a hearing, and before a court could release a forcible felony violator the judge would be required to hold a "danger to the community" hearing to assess the offender's likelihood of committing another crime that could cause physical harm. If the court finds that the forcible felony violator does not pose a danger to the community, the judge must enter a written order stating that fact. The pro- posal would give judges the opportunity to affirmatively decide that a forcible felony vio- lator is or is not too great a risk to be released. Offenders found to be a danger to the com- munity may not be returned to probation and must be sen- tenced to prison. The Anti-Murder Act has been endorsed by the Florida Sheriffs Association, The Florida Police Chiefs Association, the Florida Prosecuting Attorneys Associa- tion, the Florida Police Benevo- lent Association, the Florida Coalition Against Domestic Vio- lence, the National Rifle Associa- tion and Unified Sportsmen of Florida. It is sponsored by Sena- tor Rudy Garcia and 20 Senate co-sponsors, and by Representa- tive Bruce Kyle and 80 House co- sponsors. S blc Notie I00 NOTICE Notice is hereby given that on 5/14/2005 at 11:00 AM at FORT KNOX SELF STORAGE, 1025 Commerce Orive, LaBelle, FL, the undersigned, FORT KNOX SELF STORAGE, will sell at Public Sale by competitive bidding, the personal property heretofore stored with the undersigned: Brad SwearlngeniJ-56 Table, recliner, sofa, cabinet, misc. Items DerekTyler 7-10 Misc. containers Jessilca Leal J-5 Furniture, misc. items 52374 CGS 5/5,12/05 INTHE CIRCUIT COURT OFTHE TWENTIETH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR HENRY COUNTY, FLORIDA Case File No. 05-303CA Serving the communities south of Lake Okeechobee Thursday, May 5,2005 Serving the communities south of Lake Okeechobee Thursday, May 5, 2005 Maroone Chevrolet ICE,SELECTION, AND A MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE'...That's MarooneO.; SIII' I'-!-" / 22 7AP -a 7leolw K-15h15B c *J l JJ p-~ia^ J |