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Athlete/scholar, Page 6 Men's health fair, *.AL.L FOR ADC : OF"; FUFLORTDrA i STr ILOOiSATr Hs Delivering Western Hendry County's News Since 1922 VOLUM 82NNBR2 HRSAJn 620 At a Glance Hendry schools get grades LES, COES tops in county Grimsley to hold office hours State Representative Denise Grimsley's Legislative Aide, Marty Mielke, will hold office hours Tuesday, June 21, at the Hendry Coun- ty Courthouse Room 130 from 9 a.m. to noon and 1:30-3 p.m. Anyone needing assistance with a state prob- lem can either visit at this time or may call (866) 888- 6516 for immediate assis- tance. American Cancer Society rally set The ACS will have a Relay for Life Rally at Flora & Ella's on Monday, June 20, at 6:30 p.m. All those who are pas- sionate about planning the 2006 Relay For Life are asked to join in this organizational meeting. If you know anyone who would like to help, please encourage them to attend this rally. Food bank pick-up scheduled The Hendry County Food SBank will be distributing SUSDA commodities to each individual or family that qual- ifies on Thursday, June_23, from noon to 3 p.m. at Our Lady of Heaven Catholic Church, 355 south Bridge Street. Client eligibility can be one of the following: Food Stamp Recipient, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families TANF, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Medicaid, Resi- dence Housing founded by Municipal, County, State of Federal Government, Self Declaration of Need by the client (Based on the Depart- ment of Health and Human Services Poverty Income SChart). It's Movie time! The 24th annual Free Summer Film Festival has begun once again! A snack shack is provided with low cost refreshments to add to the fun. Showings are at the LaBelle Assembly of God,. 123 Fraser Ave., across from Upthegrove Elementary School. For more informa- tion call 675-0900 or e-mail: labelleone@hotmail.com. The listings are as follows: Tuesday, June 21: 9:30 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m. Shark Tales; 6 p.m. Lemony Skick- et's A Series of Unfortunate Events; Tuesday, June 28: 9:30 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m. Racing Stripes; 6 p.m. The Ghost and Mr. Chicken; Tuesday, July 5: 9:30 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m. Kim Possible Movie So the Drama; 6 p.m. To be announced; Tuesday, July 12: 9:30 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m. Dinotopia Quest for the Ruby Sunstone; 6 p.m. To be announced. Index Classifieds ..........14 Editorial ............. 4 Speak Out ...........4 Social News ..........5 Sports .............. 6 See Page 2 for information about how to contact the newspaper. newszap.com newsblog.info Online news & information IIIl l II1 1111111a "16510 00019 School letter grades for 2004-05 were released June 8, along with federal Annual Yearly Progress, as measured by the No Child Left Behind Act. School report cards grade schools based on FCAT scores in reading, writing and math. The grade is basically determined by how well students score, the progress they make and how much improvement struggling readers make. The. federal government reviews several categories of stu- dents to determine Annual Yearly Progress; race, low income, stu- dents with disabilities, and limited English. Progress in each of these areas determines a school's AYP status. Hendry County followed the. state trend with elementary schools receiving the greatest number of high grades, middle schools next highest and high schools with the lowest grades. There were no "F" schools in the district. Five of six elementary schools scored "A" or "B" with By Patty Brant Citizens of LaBelle got the .chance to see, hear and com- pare the two mayoral candi- dates Monday evening at the civic center. Both incumbent Sherri Craichy and challenger Randy Bengston had the oppor- tunity to acquaint the voters with their platforms and to answer audience-prepared questions. Sherri Craichy The mayor began by recounting some of her history as a public servant. She said she began attending city meetings in 1972 and worked on the very first LaBelle comprehensive plan. In 1980 she was appointed to the city commission, serving for seven years. She also chaired the city's variance board and has served as mayor for the past 12 years. She made it a point to say that she is only one member of a board of five. She went onto say that, although the mayor oversees the everyday workings of the city, no one ever does it all alone and introduced the other com- missioners, key city employees and praised the "hard working city crew." She insisted that the mayor is a full time job "if done right" and added, "I've given every- thing I have to give you." She pointed to newly installed sewer lines which are now being connected. She proudly stated that, because of grants and appropriations she procured, assessments were zero; customers must eliminate their septic tank and pay a con- nection fee. An atentve crowa gainers intormaion io make meir decision July 19. She added that the:commis- sion has worked diligently to keep from having to raise city taxes. The city's ad valorem tax rate remains at three mills, while the county has one of highest rates in the state. Randy Bengston Challenger Rangy Bengston explained that he's lived in the city for 18 years. He is a US Army veteran of six years; and. is Public Safety Director for Hendry County. He' said he's served Hendry County for 28 years and "will continue as long as I'm able." However, he said he's concerned about the future, and accused the current mayor of not listening to redi- dents. He also said he's wit- nessed a "lack of respect" for members of the public at city meetings. He also accused the mayor of "just now hearing concerns about water." He said the mayor has "misguided pri- orities" and is concerned that she wants to annex more prop- erty into the city, but wondered how the city will take care of it. He told the audience that the city needs a professional city manager to report to the city commission and said that safety is one of his priorities. "Citizens should benefit from each action the city takes," he told the audience. He added that a leader should lead by example and be willing to serve first. Questions The first question was direct- ed to both candidates: How would you be a good leader? First up, Mr. Bengston said he would lead by using his experi- ence and by working with oth- ers. A leader must be able to serve first, listen and know the facts. For her part, Ms. Craichy said she is noted for pitching in and doing as much as possible her- self, but believes in letting the team do its job. She added that people in the city are happy with their jobs and agreed that it's important to gather the facts before acting. See Forum Page 2 LaBelle Elementary maintaining an "A" for the third year in a row and Country Oaks Elementary had an "A" for the second straightyear. LaBelle Elementary and Coun- try Oaks Elementary also met Annual Yearly Progress (AYP) requirements under No Child Left Behind. Upthegrove Elementary, West- side Elementary and Eastside Ele- mentary were designated Provi- sional AYP This is a federal provision resulting from an agree- ment between the state and feder- al government to make state report cards and federal guidelines more compatible. Challenges for next year will be to continue to strive to meet feder- al accountability standards as measured by No Child Left Behind, as well as continued effort to improve student reading achievement, especially at the sec- ondary level. See Grades Page 2 City assessed value rises by $10 million By Patty Brant The Hendry County Proper- ty Appraiser has informed the City of LaBelle that the esti- mated assessed value of nonexempt property inside the city for the year 2005 is $174,672,091, an increase of* some $10 million over last year. Superintendent of Public Works Michael Boyle reported to the city commission that Florida Department of Trans- portation (FDOT) will be replacing culverts under sever- al key streets. The larger cul- verts should improve drainage along Bridge Street. Work may force temporary road closures on Washington, Lee, Fort Thompson and Missouri. Weather permitting, the work should be completed in 90 days. A request to rezone the old LaBelle Trailer Park Annex at the end of Clark Street, from R- 2T to RI brought smiles to sev- eral faces. Mayor Sherri Craichy called the plan a "major improvement" and Commis- sioner Paul Puletti said it was a "long time coming." Owner Petra Esquivel will remove the last two mobile homes in order to build single family resi- dences there. Last Thursday night's commission was the first reading only for the ordi- See City -Page 2 City election: Miller throws hat in ring A Hendry County residence' since 1980, Joseph Robert Miller,, Jr. "Bob" has been a businessman most of his life. Many residents will remember him from his shop, B&J Auto Parts. For the past three years he has worked for Deka batter- ies in Fort Myers. His wife, Sharon, works in the county clerk's office. They Bob Miller have two grown daughters. Bob entered LaBelle city government when he was appointed to finish out Joe Shivers' term on the commis- sion. In July 2003 he was elect- ed to the position in his own right, with no opposition. Dur- ing this election, he faces oppo- sition from political newcomer Richard Williams. Bob has worked for the community for many years in voluntary capacities. He served on the Swamp Cabbage Festi- val Committee, as chairman for four years and as chairman of the carnival committee for many years. As a city commis- sioner, he represents LaBelle on the Hendry-LaBelle Recre- ation Board, along with fellow Commissioner Dave Lyons. Bob admits that serving on the city commission has been an education for him. The workshops covering specific issues have, in particular, taught him a lot about how city government works and the issues the city faces. "This is not an easy job," he explains. There is a lot of work that goes on "behind the scenes" that the public never See Miller-- Page 2 Youth troupe seeks actors The Southwest Florida Com- munity Foundation has present- ed the Firehouse Cultural Cen- ter with a challenge grant of $7,500. As many of you may know, a challenge grant means that the recipients must match the grant dollars with an equal amount. This is done mainly through donations to the organ- ization. The Dalmatian Youth Troupe, the youth organization associated with the Firehouse Cultural Center, will be receiv- ing a large portion of this grant. The youth program is currently underway and as they strive to meet this challenge would like to thank Ron and Donna Baines for being the first to donate. The youth program's pro- duction this year will be "Raisin' a Ruckus in Muddy Springs", a musical comedy written espe- cially for the Dalmatian Youth Troupe by local playwrights Joyce Gatch and Henry Avery. The program's director, Emily Allen, says that although. the program has already begun, there are still spots available for any aspiring actors or actresses from the ages of 8-16. She also wishes to thank the adult volun- teers that are assisting with the program Barbara Branden- berg, Eloise Dagner, Joyce Gatch, Michael Gatch, Barbara Miller and Denise Rodriguez. The Dalmatian Youth Troupe's rehearsal schedule is Monday-Thursday from 3-7 p.m., and Saturday mornings from 9:30-12:30 p.m., and they will be meeting until July 12. See Troupe- Page 2 Courtesy roulo From left: Ron Baines, Donna Baines, Danny the Dalnmatian Dog, Henry Avery, Joyce Gatch and Emily Alien. i 3 Mayoral election: Citizens get a good look at candidates bran pnotos/raty uranm Mayor Sherri Craichy, right, and challenger Randy Bengston. Citizens compare Craichy, Bengston ...... ....... ............... ..... -l_ ... ...............t' IIII I I ,~,i ,I I I r'- ,,--, 1 Caloosa Belle, Thursday, June 16,2005 2 Forum Continued From Page 1 Youth concerns The second question con- cerned activities for youth and plans to keep our young people here. First up, Ms. Craichy signed on to Ken Curtis' dream to make LaBelle a college town. She said that's why the sign is at the corner of Main St. and SR 80 to recog- nize talented young people who bring their talents home to LaBelle. She said the city works with the West Hendry County Rec Board and citizens paid $80,000 in 2004 for recreation. She also pointed to the need for more, adding that the city is "blessed" with the Paul annex which will include parks, lakes, schools and the college. She said she raised three kids here and knows "it's never enough." Mr. Bengston used the exam- ple of his own two older children who were raised here, left, then returned as adults, only to have their jobs take them elsewhere. He noted that the area won't have jobs here till there is growth. He added that the new soccer field, Paul land and Edison College would be great assets. City Continued From Page 1 nance change. The second read- ing will be at the July 14 meeting. Sign, design standard ordinances The commissioners tabled a new, sign ordinance. The code review board requested more feedback on the complicated new ordinance, so the board set a workshop for 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 28. A new commercial design standard ordinance was also tabled. The commission seeks to build a traditional walk- ing downtown area with the new design standards. The code review board act would serve as the architectural board. The design standard ordinance will be Miller Continued From Page 1 sees. "There's more to it than people realize." He also points out that there are five commissioners on the board five individuals with ideas and input into each issues that comes before them. He feels that it's important to have experienced people on the city commission at this time more than ever because of all the growth and rezoning issues con- verging on the city now. He feels he brings a sense of fairness and honestyto the board and a deter- mination to "find the answer" Road issues Starting off the discussion, Mr. Bengston noted that SR 80 is a "racetrack" and MLK is bumpy. The city needs sidewalks and side street improvements, he said and pointed out problems with Bridge Street. At 5 p.m. it's often backed up, he said, and people use side street shortcuts which can add to the problems. As mayor, he said he'd take one road at a time for improvements. Ms. Craichy confessed to having "more passion" for culverts, ditch- es and sidewalks than for streets. It all starts with drainage, she said. The city is working with water management for grants and also looking for grants to buy land for ponding. She said the city had to use street paving money for sewer lines and noted that Elm St. is "awful." The city needs the money t6 take care of its streets, she said. Impact fees The mayor said that she was, probably the "last to be sold" on road impact fees because she could not understand why LaBelle residents should pay to improve SR 80 and SR 29 both state roads. However, she has since learned that the city can eliminate the his- torical district from impact fees. She sees impact fees as a way not taken up at the June 28 workshop taken up at the June 28 workshop' as well. Utility issues City staff is working with con- sultants to prepare a capital improvement plan which will include the city's future water and sewer needs. The idea is to build expandability into the city's water and wastewater utilities by build- ing facilities that can accept incre- mental additions as needed, probably on a ten-year cycle. The city also wants to include the abil- ity to provide Bonita Bay's pro- posed development with effluent for irrigation. The city will soon be applying for its new wastewater plant, so staff is working on engineering environmental issues. The choice of a new wastewater facility is a complicated one. A reverse osmosis plant is expensive, at when a tricky question comes up. He sums himself by saying, "I'm just an "average Joe" with life experience." He points to his life- time of experience in dealing with people and running a business. He's been running businesses since he was lPyears old, he explains, and has learned a lot about the business world, and dealing with employees much the same as helping to run a city, he adds. City government is also a "business" that requires making decisions based on knowledge and understanding the issues. SOf course, the biggest issues facing the City of LaBelle all have to do with the monumental growth expected here over the to have to increase taxes. She's still negotiating with the county on actual fees. Mr. Bengston agreed on the desirability of impact fees because newcomers pay for the improve- ments they require. County, city meetings The mayor was asked why she does not attend county meetings. She replied that the county and city have different needs, but she does go when invited or city issues to be discussed. For his part, Mr. Bengston explained that he began attending city meetings last October because he was curious and admitted that "I've learned a lot." He said before he did not go because he didn't think it affected him. He said he attends county meetings that pertain to public safety, but that staff gets a recap of meetings. Both said they are "meeting'd out." At one point, Mr. Bengston referred to public information he's seen and questioned the city's spending some $30,000 on food. They mayor defended the expen- ditures, saying she does provide breakfast for the code review board, volunteers working on pro- posed LaBelle zoning changes. some $23 million, but it is the most versatile and will allow more control A membrane sys- tem would cost about half ($12. million) but would not be as adjustable. The city is also addressing the current Total Trihalomethane (TTHMs) issue, submitting a per- mit for new salf softener equip- ment. TTHMs are potentially can- cer-causing byproducts created by the interaction of certain disin- fectants (such as chlorine) and organic/inorganic matter present in the water. The city is currently under DEP order to decrease the amount of TTHMs in the water supply. Mr. Boyle predicted that the city will probably be required to notice customers two or three more quarters, even though the prob- lem should be fixed by August with installation of salt softener. coming years. "It's an amazing explosion," Bob said. "From about two square miles the City of LaBelle has already tripled in size and the potential is just amazing.: It's an important time for us here. It's incredible that I have a part in, those decisions." He hopes to continue to be part of the team making those -decisions. He hopes to help revi- talize LaBelle's downtown area, with the Courthouse as a "hub" by implementing impact fee cred- its for that area of town. One of the big issues the coun- ty and both its cities must come to grips with is water. The county leans toward a joint water author- ity for western Hendry and Grades Continued From Page 1 Hendry County school grades LaBelle High School, D LaBelle Middle School, C Clewiston High School, D Clewiston Middle School, C LaBelle Elementary School, A Country Oaks Elementary School, A Upthegroye Elementary School, B, AYP provisional Eastside Elementary School, B, AYP provisional Westside Elementary School, B, AYP provisional Central Elementary School, D Troupe Continued From Page 1 Performances will be on July 9- 10. For more information please call Michael Gatch at 675-0853 or Barb Miller at 675-8697. Danny the Dalmatian Dog says, "All contributions to help these youth reach their goal will be appreciated." I. City Attorney Owen Luckey advised that the city needs to develop a protocol with county on LaBelle Airport in case of emergency. He will get with County Administrator Lester Baird to develop this through an inter- local agreement. Impact fees Commissioner Puletti asked if the city could go ahead with implementing impact fees. He was assured that the city can set its own standards for police, parks and other services. Hendry Coun- ty is currently preparing a traffic impact fee proposal for the coun- ty and both cities. The county hopes to have it ready for imple- mentation by October 1. Both LaBelle and Clewiston want to set aside "hub" areas with impact fee waivers in areas they wish to pro- tect. LaBelle. However, Bob feels that the city has a good financial status with its water system. The city's water department makes a profit, he reasons, so why give it up to the county? He believes the city has made excellent use of grants for public projects like the industrial park and new sewer system. The city also plans to utilize grants for the newwater plant. Bob still feels that the best thing about the City of LaBelle is its "small town" atmosphere. Part of that is the ability to talk directly to your commissioners. Even so, he sees good in the impending development saying, "We're ready for it- we'll grow with it." YOUR Don't Sweat, we'll fix it! Randy's Garage, Inc. For Complete Truck 5 0- & Auto Repair, Call U 6 U-6 [IIlii B pRIVE HOUSE RESTAURANTT & CHEER) Great Food Family Oriented Motorcycle & Car Clubs Welcome EvEmTHING FRESH AND MADE TO ORDER! I 19oz. Sirloin Steak Dinner w/pitcher of beer for $19.95 for dad Tuesday Night 25 Wings w/Special Hot Sauce! ** Daily Lunch & Dinner Specials** I I Monday Thru Saturday 4- 7pm & SUNDAY AL DAY!!! **$1.00 Drafts & $2.00 Well** I I I 863-675-4870 675 Hickpoochee Ave. (Hwy 80) LaBelle Hours: M-Th 11-9 F 11 Midnight Sat. 7 to 10 Sun 7-8 "Try Our New Express Lunch" A Your,',, Alminacs "Vote for Duct Tape Kids" Don't forget to castyour vote on- line for the Stuck at Prom, LaBelle Duct Tape Kids, DoriAnn Dyess and Cy Clayton. Their colorful duck- tape prom creations were featured on the front page of the June 9 issue of the Caloosa Belle. Your vote can help them win an additional $500 dollar scholarship each. Visit the website at www.ducktapeclub.com, the con- test link, and then click on "Stuck at Prom" They are entry number 3356, at the top of the page. One vote per e-mail address is allowed. Conservation board schedules meeting The Hendry Soil and Water Con- servation District will hold its regu- larly scheduled Board meeting on Thursday, June 23 at 2 p.m. at the Dallas B. Townsend Ag. Building, 1085 Pratt Blvd. PPVFD plans turkey shoot Come out to the Pioneer VF.D. First July Turkey Shoot on Friday and Saturday, July 1 and 2 at 7 p.m. Shoot for a turkey or ham. Dona- tion for turkey is $3 and ham dona- tion $4. Widows to meet The Widows Support Group will, meet at Flora and Ella's Restaurant Thursday, June 16 at noon for lunch. All widows are welcome. Calling all Christian men Gathering of the Christian Men will be on June 20 at 6:30 p.m., at the Dallas Townsend Bldg. All interested men are welcomed. Church of God plans VBS The LaBelle Church of God, Hwy. 80 and Elm Street, invite all kids to come and join the fun at the "Construction Zone," building character like Jesus. The program continues through Friday, June 17, from 7-9:30 p.m. Red Hat Society meets for tea The Greater Labelle Red Hat Society (LaBelle's Ladies) will have a tea at the home of Linda Clark. It will be held Friday, June 17, at. 4: p.m. at '199 Caloosa Estates Drive in LaBelle. Bring: your teacup. There will be a prize for prettiest cup and a prize .for most original cup. Wear your Red Hats and/or any finery you wish. Anyone wishing to join or just find out what they do is welcome to join. Food will be cakes, cookies, appetizers, tea, coffee and other beverages; Bring a friend and bring your sense of humor. "We are just some of your good friends you haven't met yet." Please call 612-0868 for directions. Family Care Council to meet June 27 The Henry/Glades Satellite Group will begin meeting as a group once again in June. The forum is in place to facilitate more input from concerned individuals and groups in our area about services for children and adults with developmental disabilities. Please join us for this informative meeting at the Hendry County Health Department, 1140 Pratt Blvd. on Monday, June 27, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served. For more information, please call the District 8 Family Care council office at 239-334- CARI (2'273). Araba Shriners to meet June 20 Araba Shriners, A.A.O.N.M.S., slated meeting in June will be held on Monday, June 20, at the Araba's Center, 2010 Hanson St., Ft Myers. A pre-meeting social hour and dinner, will begin at 5 p.m. followed by the formal meeting at 7 p.m. Those who plan to eat dinner should make reservations not later than Thursday, June 16, by phoning 239-334-2226; dinner tickets are $8 each. Addition- al information can be obtained by calling Araba Shriners office- 239- 334-2226-during normal business hours. Are flying saucers and aliens real? The LaBelle Heritage Museum's members will meet at the Muse- um, 150 South Lee Street, Saturday, June 25, at 9 am. and depart at 9:30 (by carpool, not flying saucers) to view the Ft. Myers Historical Muse- um's "Roswell" exhibit. Lunch at a popular local restaurant will follow, followed by lively discussion on aliens and other creepy things. Please call the Museum at 674-0034 or Lynda at 675-1338 to make your reservation for this unique outing. See Alminacs- Page 4 CALOOSA1 To Reach Us t.l ILng .dd tei - PO Box?51 LPBele FL Ar3 75 PhN ]>:;l Addte4; :: Ft Th.mp.:r:,. 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He attended First United Methodist Church where he was a member of theyouth group. Little Gilbert is survived by his Dad, Mom and sister: Gilbert, Becky and Jenna Zarate; his grandparents: Ruth Glidden, JuanitaAyala, Manual Zarate, Genaro Garcia Sr; his aunts and uncles: Howard and Helen Glidden, Tom and Sandy Glidden, Cindy and Don Crabtree, James F Jr. and Judy Glidden, Janie and Manny Miramontes, Maria and Matt Richards, Oscar and Trudy Ayala, Sammy and Adriana Ayala, Melissa Ayala; cousins: Mark, LouAnn, Joey, Jake, Mike, Amanda, Matt, Travis, Amy, Jimi, Tommy, Kristi, Hannah, Dusty, Clint, Tyler, Monica, Sherri, Jim, Rachel, Danny, Noel, Arianna, Jaycie, James, Victoria, Miranda, Samantha, Allie, Baby O. Brianna, Sammy Jr. and Christian. He was preceded in death by his great-grandmother Tomasita Garcia and his grandfather James. F. Glid- den, Sr. The family is asking that dona- tions be made to the First United Methodist Church Youth Group in Immokalee or to the Juvenile Dia- betes Foundation. Funeral services were held Tues- day, June, 14 at the First United Methodist Church in Immokalee with internment following at the Lee Memorial Cemetery Ft. Myers. Brister Funeral Home was entrusted with his care. Zela "Nanny" Craft Zela "Nanny" Craft, age 89, of Moe Moe's Furniture-Auction and Antiques of LaBelle passed away June 9,2005, at Hope Hospice-Cape Coral. Nanny was bom April 16,1916, at Chelsea, Alabama, to the late Ollie Grimes and Bertha "Whitfield" Grimes. She has been a LaBelle area resident for the past 33 years, com- ing from Childesburg, Al. She was a member of the Church of God. Survivors include: daughters: Patricia Sims (Jerry Fussell) of LaBelle; Christina (Paul) Smothers of Georgia; daughter-in-law Caro- line Hunter of LaBelle; many grand- children, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded ih~da&thry.sohs: Douglas and Kenneth Hufiter. g.as Funeral Services were held Sat- urday, at the Akin-Davis Funeral Home Chapel LaBelle with Rev. Bill Durden officiating. Burial will follow at the Ft. Denaud Cemetery. Arrangements by Akin-Davis Funeral Home-LaBelle Chapel. Fred Taylor Fred Taylor, age 81, of LaBelle died June 9, 2005, in LaBelle. Mr. Taylor is a U.S. Army veteran and is survived by his brother, Earl Taylor, of LaBelle; sis-ters: Levurne Hill of LaBelle, Cleo Taylor of Chipley and Lllion Taylor of Mulberry. Services were held June 11 at The Baptist Cemetery in Immokalee. with Rev. Ralph Nicholson officiating. Akin-Davis Funeral Home, LaBelle Chapel, was in charge of services. Mynion Grace McCormick Mynion Grace McCormick, age 72, died June 9, 2005, in Fort Myers. Mrs. McCormick of Muse is survived by her husband of 42 years, Billy McCormick; sons: Steve McCormick, Gary McCormick, Jay McCormick all of Muse; daughters: Grace Ford of LaBelle and Carol Lambert of Lehigh Acres; brothers: Franklin Faulk of Ruskin, Ft, Ken- neth Faulk of Tampa, Grady Faulk of Missouri, and Donald Faulk of Tampa; sisters: Vera Mae Peterson of Ruskin, Ellen Logan of Okla., Sharon Elkins of Lutz and Freda Summerall of Ruskin. She is also survived by ten grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Services were June 13 at the Church of God LaBelle with Rev. Curtis Rhoden offi- ciating. Interment was in Fort Denaud Cemetery. LaBelle. Akin-Davis Funeral Home, LaBelle Chapel is in charge of serv- ices. 530 W. Sagamore Avenue Clewiston, FL 33440 http://www.jointimplantcom (863) 983-2896 Fatal crashes climb to 12 Hendry County has suffered its twelfth traffic fatality this year. According to the Florida High- way Patrol, on Friday, June 10, Lorraine Marie Billy, 48, of Moore Haven, died at Hendry Regional Medical Center after a crash at SR 25 (US 27) and CR 720. The crash occurred at about 9:30 p.m. The FHP reports that Ms. Billy was driving a 2000 Dodge pick up truck southbound on SR 25 and was attempting to turn left onto CR 720. A 1997 Kenworth semi, driven by Kennith Fitzger- ald, Jr., 36, of Ellenwood, Ga., was northbound on the inside lane of SR 25. Ms. Billy attempted to cross the northbound lanes of SR 25, veering into the semi's path. Mr. Fitzgerald moved to the right in an effort to avoid a colli- sion, however, the semi's front struck the pick up truck's right side, causing the smaller vehicle to spin off the roadway onto the median. The semi traveled onto the east shoulder, overturned onto its right side and reentered the northbound lanes where it came to a rest. Mr. Fitzgerald was, not injured. 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A horse was confiscated in Montura Ranch Estates by the Hendry County Sheriff's Office. Anyone wishing to claim the horse, or who has any information about it, should call Charles White at 674-4060. Birthdays June 17: Noelia Martinez A'Syria James, Mariah Campbell, June 18: Jesse Garza, III, Willie Bryan Munoz Means, Sr., Leti Canales, Brianna June 22: Julie Acosta, Sangre Presas, Stacy Gonzalez Henderson June 19: Alayna Marshall, Jalis- saCarr, Renee Burgess June 23: Martin Medrano, III, June20: Rasheika Gardner : Breanna Marie Cardenas, Louis June 21: Hailey L. Yzaguirre, Rodriguez Briefs PLBU has grants get details on how to start the Port LaBelle Unit #4 Euca- process. lyptus Village POA has received Hendry/Glades 2005 a SFWMD grant for irrigation water conservation. If you live Plat Directory in Port LaBelle POA Unit #4 The new Hendry/Glades 2005 and use Port LaBelle Utilities Plat Directory are available. You water to irrigate, you may be may contact the Hendry Soil and eligible for funding that helps Water Conservation District Office conserve water. Call Susan at at 1085 Pratt Blvd., or call 674- the POA office at 675-4168 to 4160or674-4161. Joke of the Week A nun was sitting at the airport, -at what she waiting for her flight to Chicago. had done, she She looked over in the corner and looked over saw one of those weight machines at the that tells your fortune and thought machine, to herself, "I'll give it a try and see thinking, what it tells me." "This is She went over to the machine, incredible, stepped up on the scale and put a I've got to try this again," quarter in, and out came a card Back to the machine she went, that read, "ou are a nun, you put in another quarter, and another weightl28 pounds and you are care came out. It read, "You are a going to Chicago. nun, you weight 128 pounds, you The nun sat back down. She are going to Chicago and you are told herself that the machine prob- going to breakwind." ably gives the same card to every- Now she knows te machine is one. The more she thought about wrong as-she thought to herself, one. The more she thought about , it, the more curious she got, so she Tve never broken wind in public a decided to try it again. She went single time In my life," but getting back to the machine and again put down off the machine she slipped, back to the machine and again put and as she was straining to keep her quarter in, andoutcame a card herself from falling on the floor, that read, "You are a nun, you shebrokewind! weight 128 pounds, you are going Absolutely stunned, she sat to Chicago and you are going to back down ad looked at the play a fiddle." machine: She said to herself, "This The nun says to herself, "I know is truly remarkable! I have to try this that is wrong, I have never played a again." musical instrument a day in my She went back to the machine, life." put it another quarter, and another She sat back down. From out of card came out. She went back to nowhere a cowboy came over and the machine, put in another quar- sat down, putting his fiddle cases in ter and another card came out. It the seat between them. Without read, "You are a num, you weight thinking, she opened the cowboy's 128 pounds, you have fiddled and case, took out the fiddle and started farted around and missed your playing beautiful music. Surprised fight to Chicago." Witch's Brew Just returned from a trip with or a push pin. my sister, Dawne. We went to This seems to Louisiana and Mississippi. Had a follow the great time and will have many saying "out of funny memories to keep in our sight-out of heads for the future. She took me mind" so to a casino and, as an extremely keep them in thrifty person, I only played the plain sight. penny machines. I played for hours To hold pot lids, attach a towel on $3 and came out $1.43 ahead. I rack to inside a cabinet door. Slide have a real problem gambling with lids in with the knob facing out. my hard earned money. Attach a couple of self adhesive If you REALLY have to remem- mirror tiles to the underside of high ber something to take somewhere cabinet shelves. You then have a just tape the note to your keys. clear view of what's on the shelf. Use a square, or whatever, of Sayin s: It's easier to get older plastic canvas to put all your ear- than it is to get wiser... or.... Some rings on. Hang it on the wall or in days you're the dog, some days your closet with a small nail, a pin you're the hydrant..... CALOOSA Our Purpose... BELLE The Caloosa Belle is published by Independent Newspapers oi Florida. 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A blessing came to FAITH IN ACTION (FIA) in LaBelle in the person of Bob McDuffie of the Modern Woodmen of America. Bob was born in Jacksonville, Florida, and has been mar- ried for 34 years and has Bob McDuffie five children. He sells insurance and resides in El Jobean, Florida. He also is the Pastor of the First Baptist Church of El Jobean and in his spare time enjoys reading, fishing and ball- room dancing with his wife. Bob first contacted FIA after reading a Heart Beats & Hands article in the Caloosa Belle. The Modern Woodmen of America honors people who are doing CAREGIVING CONNECTIONS BY BARBARA MARSHALL . DEVOrD TO CAREGIVER'S ISSUE good deeds in their own commu- nity through their "Hometown Heroes" program by rewarding them with a certificate and a donation of $100.00 to their favorite charity. He wanted to rec- ognize one of our volunteers, Debby Friedman, as a Hometown Hero for her volunteer efforts through FIA. In October of 2004, Mr. McDuffie recognized the FIA pro- gram and Senior Connections of Southwest Florida for Make a Dif- ference Day. Modern Woodmen of America donated $750.00 worth of trees and beautification materials to spruce up the L.J. Nobles Senior Center for all to enjoy during their visits to the facility. The generosity didn't stop there. Bob contacted the agency for Join Hands Day this past April. His mission was to provide sta- tionary and stamps for shut-ins and he thought the FAITH IN ACTION program would be a per- fect match. Stamps and stationary were purchased and are now pro- vided to new care partners in the program as part of their welcome packet. Bob McDuffie and Modern Woodmen of America have bestowed a huge blessing on the Pioneer Happenings 1948 For those of us who were around and can still remember. The year 1948 had a few special things to remember: Columbia introduced the long-playing 33- 1/3 rpm record, The LP (Long Playing) record arrived on a vinyl disk with 25 minutes per side, old records delivered four minutes. President Harry Truman signed the Selective Service Act, creating the US's first peacetime draft and universal military train- ing (includes ROTC). CBS and NBC began nightly 15-minute television newscasts. First McDonalds drive-in (San Bernardino, California. The Ed Sullivan television show started. Disc brakes were introduced by Chrysler, Leo Fender invented the elec- tric guitar. Edwin Land's Polaroid camera printed pictures in a minute. - The Bic ballpoint pen was introduced. Charlie Brown, Lucy, and the other Peanuts characters began as Li'l Folks. On June 19, 1948, Rudolph and Mildred became Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Fiessler. Pioneer friends and far-il', .- ,.ulI'l lit to congrat-, ulate and wish many more years ( PRO!rFfR) of married bliss to Pioneer resi- dents Rudolph and Mildred Fiessler as they celebrate their 57th wedding anniversary on Sunday. NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH NEWS Mark your calendar and get ready to help Pioneer celebrate the 4th of July. Neighborhood Watch will once again sponsor the Pioneer annual 4th of July covered dish picnic. The picnic will be held on Monday, July 4, from 1 p.m. until 4 p'm. There will be games for all ages, good food, a 50/50 drawing, door prizes and lots of fun for everyone. FATHER'S DAY Sunday is Father's Day, a day in which we honor our fathers. I, for one, have been twice blessed........Once with a won- derful father and second with a wonderful husband and father for our fodr children. I found this poem by Marilyn Ferguson and would like to dedicate it to the two special men in my life and to all the other wonderful fathers on this Father's day. On Father's Day we take the time To turn our thoughts to Dad Thank him for the home he gave For all the things we had. We think about the fleeting years Too quickly gone for good It seems like only yesterday I'd go back if I could. A time when Dad was always there No matter what the weather Always strong when things went wrong He held our lives together. He strived so hard from day to day And never once complain With steady hands he worked the land And kept the family name. He taught us that hard work pays off You reap just what you sow. He said that if you tend your crops Your field will overflow. My harvest has been bountiful He taught me how to give In his firm and steadfast way He taught me how to live. HAPPY FATHER'S DAY Pioneer Calendar Tuesday, June 28, County Com- missioners meeting, Pioneer Com- munity Center. Monday, July 4, Annual Neigh- borhood Watch 4th of July covered dish picnic 1 p.m.- 4 p.m., Pioneer Community Center. Monday, July 11, Pioneer Home- owners Association meeting, 7 p.m. Pioneer Community Center. Birthdays and Anniversaries Birthday wishes to Roseann Sanchez, June 15; Aishia Sey- mour, June 16; Allen Hoffman and Phillip Parmer, June 17; Jessica Hubbard, June 21; Joseph McCall and Steven Hubbard, June 23. Happy anniversary to: Tommy and Michelle Woosley, June 16; Rudolph and Mildred Fiessler, June 19; Mel and Patty Brant, June 22. Thought for the Day Manliness consists not in bluff, bravado or lordliness. It consists in daring to do the right and facing consequences, whether it is in matters social, political or other. It consists in deeds, not in words. -Mahatma Ghandi Flooded ditches bring health hazards The first few days of summer break brought torrential rainfall to South Florida. While it may be impossible to keep kids out of the mud and puddles, there are some health concerns to keep in mind. Never leave children unsuper- vised, even when they are playing in their own yard. Small children can drown in a small amount of water. An overflowing drainage ditch can be tempting to a child, and may be deeper than it looks. Flooded pastures can make it difficult to see exactly where a pond starts and ends. Children playing or riding ATVs in a flood- ed area may find themselves falling into a deep pond. Flood waters may also bacte- ria and toxins. Rain water drain- Almanacs Continued From Page 2 COFFO board to meet June 24 The Coalition of Florida Farm- worker Organization, Inc. will meet on Friday, June 24, at 10 a.m., at the Main Office at 778 West Palm Drive in Florida City. Report cards, FCAT scores at LMS Report cards and FCAT scores are available for pick-up Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the LaBelle Middle School office. For those students who had report cards mailed, one additional FCAT score sheet is available. It can be picked up at the office. Summer fish fries cut back The American Legion Friday fish frywillbe held ONLY on the first Fri- day of the month during the sum- mer until October. (July 1, Aug. 5 and Sept. 2.) Foster parents needed Handry/Glades-The Children's Network of Southwest Florida, the community based care division of Camelot Community Cars, Inc. is holding a an orientation on "How to become a Foster Parent/Adop- tive Parent on Tuesday, June 21, at the Department of Children and Families, 485 East Cowboy Way, LaBelle, at 6 p.m.. A Healthier , Life K with Katrina Elsken ing across backyards, pastures and roadways may contain ani- mal feces, insecticides, herbi- cides, fertilizers and fuel residue. It will also pick up natural bacte- ria that is in the soil. Children often see any water as a place to play or swim, but storm drainage is not clean water. Camelot Community Care, Inc. serves as the lead agency to transi- tion child welfare services to the private sector in Collier, Lee, Char- lotte, Hendry and Glades counties. Camelot Community Care, Inc, has partnered with Family Preser- vation Services, Lutheran Services of Florida, Ruth Cooper Center for Behavioral Health Care and the Florida Baptist Children's Home to recruit more foster families in our five county regions. For those interested in becom- ing a foster/adoptive family, please call 1-800-89FAMILY. VBS at community Harvest Worship Hey kids! Get ready for an amazing journey to Africa as you explore the "Serengeti Trek," a fun filled adventure. Here you will dis- cover wild animals, enjoy inspira- tional Bible lessons, watch chal- lenging videos, participate in action songs and games, create great crafts and enjoy delicious snacks. This will all take place at the church located at 55 Orange Street (across from the rodeo grounds on Hwy 29) beginning at 11 a.m. on Sunday morning, June 19. Then, from Monday through Thursday, June 20-23, they will meet from 6:30 until 9:10 p.m. All kids completing K-5th grade are invited to attend. Call the church at 675-0938 for more information. Family Care Council to meet June 27 The Henry/Glades Satellite Group will begin meeting as a group once again in June. The forum is in place to facilitate more input from concerned individuals and groups in our area about serv- 7 Swallowing any of the drainage water could make them sick. If they have any cuts or scrapes, it could also lead to infection. If despite your efforts to keep them safe, you find your children have been playing in the stormwater, make sure they shower well with an anti-bacterial soap, and check for any cuts or scrapes that might be infected. Another health hazard associ- ated with flooding comes from insects that breed in standing water. Mosquitoes can carry dis- eases such as West Nile virus. If you have standing water in your yard, take precautions to protect your family against mosquito bites. Drain water from contain- ers such as flower pots and wad- ices for children and adults with developmental disabilities. Please join us for this informative meet- ing at the Hendry County Health Department, 1140 Pratt Blvd. on Monday, June 27th from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served. For more information, please call the District 8 Family Care council office at 239-334-CARE (2273). Don't pass on old cell phones E911 Coordinator Robin McLean is warning people that cell phones over about four years old are not phase 2 compatible - that is, they cannot be tracked by the E911 system. Parents, in par- ticular, should be aware that if they purchase new cell phones, they should not pass their old ones down to their children. Film festival seeks donations The Summer Film Festival begins after school lets out. Each family-oriented movie of 24 show- ings is enjoyed by about 650 adults and kids, free of charge because of the generosity of the community. Sponsorships are $120. If you would like to con- tribute to this wholesome family event, please call 675-0900. Dalmatian Youth troupe begins season Attention, Youth! If you are between the ages of 10-16, and are interested in live theater, come and join the Dalmatian Youth Troupe this summer. You will be receiving instruction in all aspects of theater, including acting, improvisation, dance, stage direc- ing pools. If it is not possible to drain the standing water, there are some chemical treatments avail- able that will kill insect larvae. Another option for ponds is to add more fish. Fish eat insect lar- vae and help control the mosqui- to population. Keep children indoors at peak mosquito-biting times, such as the hour before and after sunset. Outdoors wear long sleeves and use insect repellant. Before making any change in your diet or exercise plan, consult your doctor. This is especially important if you are on any pre- scription medications. Some drugs interact badly with foods that would otherwise be consid- ered "healthy." tion, set design and construction, costume design and construction, and lighting and sound. The stu- dents will have hands-on training in set construction and costum- ing. The program will begin on June 1 and will end up with per- formances on July 9-10. Classes will be held Mon.-Thurs. from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m., and Saturday 9:30 until 12:30. Cost will be $45 per child, which includes a $5 reg- istration fee (which makes you a member of the Firehouse Cultural Center). Scholarships are avail- able. Registration has begun and will close June 3rd. Class size will be restricted to 25 students. For more information please contact Michael Gatch at (863) 675-0853 or Barbara Miller at (863) 675- 8697. Drop tabs off at Legion The Dana Howard Weekley American Legion Post 130 is team- ing up with the Ronald McDonald House Charities Pop Tab Collec- tion Program. The local American Legion Post, along with 14,600 other posts within the United States, the District of Columbia, France, the Philippines, Mexico and Puerto Rico will join forces collecting pop top tabs which will be redeemed for cash. The money will be used at a participating Ronald McDonald House pro- gram to help provide a home- away-from-home environment for financially challenged families with seriously ill or injured chil- dren who must undergo medical treatment at a children's hospital away from home. Please drop off your pop top tabs at the American Legion Post 130,699 State Road 80. il FAITH IN ACTION in LaBelle pro- gram. He sets a great example of how each person can make a dif- ference in the lives of many in their own unique way. If you know of someone who may need assistance or would like to become a FAITH IN ACTION volunteer please call Bar- bara Marshall at (863) 675-1446 or Liz Taylor at (863) 983-7088. FAITH IN ACTION is a Senior Con- nections of Southwest Florida program with funding from the United Way of Hendry & Glades Counties and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. Senior Con- nections of Southwest Florida, Inc., a United Way partner agency, receives state and federal grants through the Area Agency on Aging for SW FL, Dept. of Elder Affairs, and donations from indi- viduals and groups in order to assist the elderly in our rural com- munities maintain a better quality of life. L Caloosa Belle, Thursday, June 16, 2005 4 OPINION 5 Caloosa Belle, Thursday, June 16,2005 Men's health fair June 23 What's your blood pressure? Have you had it checked? Is it nor- mal or high? What is a normal blood pressure? What's your body fat density? What is the percentage of fat versus muscle in your body? Have you had a PSA test for prostate cancer? How about your choles- terol? What is a good cholesterol level? Do you need some tips on being a good father, heart disease and stroke, diabetes and pre-diabetes, HIV prevention or just taking care of yourself? Some information on what to do and know after a hurri- cane has passed? These questions and more can be answered for you at the Second Annual Men's Health Fair at the Hendry County Health Department on Thursday, June 23, from 4 until 7 p.m. Local health professionals will help you celebrate National Men's Health Week by offering free screenings and lots of health infor- mation. This is an easy way to take advantage of opportunity to receive good information from profession- als at no cost. What you don't know can hurt you. Be a take charge guy and bring your friends and join in learning how to take care of yourself. Please plan to join in the cele- bration of Men's Health Week. For more information call 674-4041 Ext 127 (Mary Ruth Prouty) or Ext 128 (Lasheba Travis). starr pnoto/uonna Meisier Pastor Mike Carr has been ministering at the Faith Worship Center, on Hwy. 78, an Independent Pentecostal Church since January 2005. He also owns and operates Carr Land- scape, Irrigation and Sod Company in Collier, Lee and Hendry counties. Staff photo/Donna Meister Greater LaBelle Chamber of Commerce Secretary Sara Townsend is happy to help you. Chamber of Commerce has a new secretary. By Donna Meister also a "people person," and she Sara Townsend has been on a enjoys talking with people, espe- roller coaster for the past few years cially about her hometown of when it comes to employment. LaBelle. Whatever! Her position as the new Her plans are to promote the Chamber secretary, appears to be a local Chamber businesses, to add perfect fit for her. The Chamber is new members and to provide accu- lucky to have someone who knows rate information to newcomers in so much about the area and who the area. She fields several phone lives here because she chooses to. calls a day from people looking for Sara grew up in LaBelle, she all kinds of information including, knows the people, the area, what of course, calls from real estate they need and want. Working retail, investors. she spent 12 years as the Garden Sara said, "This job is fun and I Center Manager at Ace'Hardware. actually enjoy coming to work She is extremely knowledgeable everyday. I like helping people." when it comes to horticulture and Check out the chamber's web landscape design. However, she is site: www.labellechamber.com What does landscape design have to do with preaching you ask? Well, it's a living! Pastor Mike Carr has more work than he really wants, even after sell- ing half of his business to his son. He feels it is finally at this time in his life that he can focus on the impor- tant things- ministering to the peo- ple. It's just in his blood. His father, Vernon Carr, was the Pastor at First Assembly of God in Immokalee for over 20 years. Uncle Wendell Rimes was the Pastor at Faith Chapel in LaBelle for 16 years before he retired. Pastor Carr and wife Arlene preach sermons, evan- S gelize, they are the youth directors and he plays the keyboard and base. They are looking for more musicians and teachers, by the way. The church has been growing and they are in revival every evening this week. Sunday morn- ing services are: Sunday School at 10 a.m., Sunday services at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. and also Wednesday evening service at 7 p.m. Mike and Arlene Carr spent a year teaching at a Boy's and Girl's Club Facility in a small rural town in North Carolina, near Lake Wacca- maw. They were house parents and taught life skills for troubled youth, ages 13-18. After their sav- ings was gone, because of the menial salaries, they came back to Florida and their rental properties. Pastor Carr also spent 10 years in the Army, with two stints living in Germany with his four children, and wife Arlene. Arlene is from Sopchoppy (south of Tallahassee); she graduated from FSU and this year completed a year of teaching English at LaBelle Middle School, after first teaching one year in Clewiston. While growing up Pas- tor Carr spent several years in Immokalee. Carr graduated from Lely High School's first graduating class in 1975. At a young age he was working his own lawn care business and making more money than other teens his age that worked at grocery stores. If you don't have a church home or are looking for a new one, give the Faith Worship Center a try at 3078 North River Road, (just east of Shell Lane) or call Pastor Carr at 673-0507 ifyou have questions. Sv.1 W.. C WC. O e- -**. -. -. u - Clewiston, FL 33440 LaBelle, FL 33975 Ft. 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Vaughn, P.A on important things Jackson River Home Furnishings & Decor 340 North Bridge St LaBelle, FL 863-674-0003 I Ih,,,~~~n.,~,~n~lm~nm~man~mnonon AM cm 190L a n~~'161 11 i I 6 Caloosa Belle, Thursday, June 16,2005 Greg Bone retiring from Winn Dixie after 23 years By Jerri Lynn Merritt There's been a consistent theme running through Greg Bone's work and personal life for the past 23 years and its "SER- VICE." Greg is retiring after 23 years of service at the Winn Dixie Super- market here in LaBelle. "I began working at Winn Dixie in early 1982 the same year that I graduat- ed from LaBelle High School, said Greg, at Winn Dixie I worked my way from being a bagger in high school to store Co-manager a position that I have had for the past 9 years here in LaBelle." When asked what he liked best about working for Winn Dixie, he said, he enjoyed the people aspect of his job and the service he provided to his community. "I like the service aspect of it," he says. I have Greg Bone basically lived in the Felda and LaBelle area since I was 5 years old and my family still lives and works here. Greg and his wife Patricia have three sons Randy age 18, Gabriel age 16 and their newest addition Isaac who is just two years old. Greg said that after working for the largest Grocery chain in Flori- da for 23 years it was time for a change. "I have always been interested in real estate, he said, so I decided that I would like to obtain my real estate license". With the support of his family Greg's past few vacations from the store were really not vacations at all as Greg went to real estate school and took his licensure classes and testing. Almost two years ago Greg began working for Southern Land as a part time associate. "The more that I worked the busier I became, until I finally decided that this is what I would most like to be doing for a career," he said. I enjoyed my years at Winn Dixie and all of the people that I have met over the years. I look forward to working with them and helping them now, in a different more personal way and still continuing my SER- VICE to the wonderful people who live here and the ones who are now choosing to make our area their new home. 1-4 INTERCHANGE PROPERTY 1 's1 Total Acres DOevlopmerm Tratr Offerd In Parels SExcellent Visitblity. 1171 ac up'ands 236r acr wands - Frc.,.lages 3 3i3 :cn I-i 1 05; on hune i-4 Inlerchlae & 3.168' on CR 557 JuIstrf uiiiror I all lw I nmrmnl Fliida arrrnm onsl It minI.ponm Iirwy, W.'rvd 4 mill.firan 'fampal ON SITE PREVIEW WOAM.2PM, Sat Jum 1 -CR 557 (Old Grade Rd) & 14, LakAlte AIdFL AUCTION. t AM, Sat June 18 Fantasy of Fght, 1400 Broadway Blvd. SE, Polk City, FL .I Longhorn scholar balances athletics, academics Just look around. There are lots of great kids around this town. For instance, 11-year-old Thomas Allen is a perfect exam- ple. Thomas is a LaBelle Longhorn football player who was honored April 23 in Orlando by the South- east Region Pop Warner for his selection as First Team Regional Scholar Athlete. He's the son of Randy and Luann Allen of LaBelle and has a two-year-old sister, Emily. Thomas was one of 35 young- sters from grades 5-8 chosen for their academic achievement as well as extracurricular and com- munity involvement. Thomas is going into the seventh grade next year at LaBelle Middle School. The first level of Pop Warner scholar recognition was per- formed by the Peace River Con- ference, for which a number of LaBelle youths were recognized. A banquet was held in Port Char- lotte in February presenting cer- tificates and medals to the schol- ars. It was attended by some of the honorees and their families. The conference then qualifies scholars to compete regionally. The Southeast recognition banquet honored the athletes with certificates, medals and T- shirts. The children were greeted in the certificate presentation by the National Pop Warner Scholas- tics Coordinator. The athletes were also given the opportunity to meet Robert Weathers, a for- mer New England Patriot, after his inspirational speech directed to both youth athletes and youth coaches. The regional recogni- tion is more competitive than the National, due to the limits set on the number of honorees. Thomas has also been chosen as a Second Team All American, placing him in the top one per- cent of the 380,000 children involved in Pop Warner for the 2004-2005 season. A National banquet was held in Anaheim, California, Memorial Day week- end. This was Thomas' second year of eligibility in the scholar program and his, second year achieving all three levels of honor. Thomas has been an ath- lete with the Longhorn organiza- tion for six consecutive seasons, balancing academics and athlet- ics. He says he really likes to play quarterback perhaps because the position combines physical and mental agility. He also enjoys baseball. This straight A Braves fan's favorite positions on the ball diamond are pitcher and catcher. Staff photo/Donna Meister Once a beautiful majestic oak tree..... This huge oak tree was yet another victim of the recent heavy rains. The beautiful oak tree, well over 100 years old, fell sideways onto Cypress Street off of Ft. Thompson Ave. Saturday, June 11. Apparently, its root system had been growing in a drainage ditch filled with water and the weight at the top pulled the tree over. City water lines were damaged and had to be repaired on Saturday. City workers were on hand Mon- day morning dismantling the tree. Sports Shorts Learn martial arts Bushi Kan Martial Arts School offers classes in martial arts for kids and adults at LaBelle Program Cen- ter. The center isolated at Favor St. and Hwy. 29S. Class times are Mon- day 7,-9 p.m. and Tuesday from 3:30-4:30 p.m. For other informa- tion, call 675-4130. Learn to clog Summer clogging class is now being offered at LaBelle Program Center. Adult beginners class will be held on Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. starting June 28. Children beginners class will be held on Thursdays at 5:15 p.m. starting June 30. If you have any questions, call 675-4130. Sign up for cheerleading Southwest Universe All-stars would like to invite anyone inter- ested in cheering to come and try one free cheer class. There are four different cheer teams. They are the K & under, 2nd grade & under, 6th grade & under and our 12th grade & under. Come out to the gym, located in the old Lions bldg., on Jaycee/Lions Blvd. There will be there to welcome all new sign-ups on Tuesday between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. and Thursdays between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. throughout the entire summer. There are also a limited number of spaces left in the tumbling classes, so don't miss out. For further information please contact Tammy at 863-675-1858. Tennis camp sponsors needed At this time, deposits have been sent for tennis team members to attend the University of Florida Ten- nis Camp in Gainesville June 26- June 30. Additional funds are still needed and anyone looking to sponsor or to contribute to the camp costs would be greatly appreciated. SHERRI AND BONNIE DENNING WHEN WE REALLY GO TO WORK First, the willing and able buyers show up with an offer on your home, and then the negoti- ations begin, hopefully culmi- nating in a meeting of the minds. The Realtor cannot just sit back and relax at this point because the "glue" that holds each trans- action together often seems for- mulated to self destruct and fly apart. We hope there are no sur- prises during the home and also the termite inspections. Then we hold our breath and pray that the appraiser thinks the house is worth as much as the buyer and seller do. As the buy- ers make their loan application, we cross our fingers that the credit report reveals they are compulsive early bill payers. Rarely is a transaction complet- ed without a few problems. A Realtor's professional skills come into play primarily during the time between contract ratifi- cation and the closing. At this point, we use our creativity, patience and negotiating skills to give your sale a happy ending. Sherri's daughter, Bonnie, a C.P.A., brings her expertise to form a dynamic team ready to serve all your real estate needs. For professional advice on all aspects of buying or selling real estate, contact Bonnie or Sherri at Southern Land. Call 863-675-4500 LaBelle, FL e-mail: shirri@slanlanA mm r ----- -------- - SPORTS FANS I BET YOU DIDN'T KNOW I Brought to you by Lori Langford According to the Baseball Hall of SFame, who was the first player to have I his signature branded onto a Louisville Slugger bat? He was a member of the Halls inaugural class of fivein 1936, and hit .329 forihis career. He played 21 sea- I sons, collecting eight National League batting titles. Still not sure? This shouldgive it away: His baseball card proved to be the most valuable ever, selling at auction for more than $1 mil- lion. That's right, the answer is leg- endary Pittsburgh shortstop Honus Wagner, whose signature became the first to grace a Louisville Slugger in 1905. I *I The National Hole in One Association estimates that the odds of an average golfer making a hole in one are 12,700 to L The odds of two players in the same foursome acing the same Shole climb to 17 million to 1, according So Golf Digest. So what are the odds of I back-to-back-to-back aces? I HolelnOne.com estimates them to be 27 I trillion to 1. But that's what happenedI Iat California's Antelope Greens in April I of 2005, when Bob Fleming, Marc I Arcuri and Dan Condie beat the odds onI I the 15th hole. The other member of the I I foursome, Dave Schumacher, attested to I I the amazing triple aces of his partners, although there were no other witnesses. I Only one player in major league histo- ry has won a Gold Glove for his fielding prowess in both the infield and the out- field Any guesses? The answer is Darin Erstad of the Angels. After being awarded the Gold Glove for his play in the outfield in 2000 and 2002, Erstad was moved to first base for the 2004 season, where he again was so accom- plished defensively hat he won another Gold Glove. I'll bet you didn't know, coming or going, that when the rubber hits the road, you can't afford not to buy from Langford. I I F D LANGFORD: aln Spoken Herl- I675-1686 Lh- ll __- m-- , Staff photo/Patty Brant Thomas Allen shows off one of his certificates and a medal he received as a Pop Warner athlete/scholar. 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Make up to $2,500 by filling in the space above! 4 lines for 2 weeks Price must be included in ad Private parties only 2 itemsper house- -bold per issue Sell your personal valuables if they're $2,500 or less for absolutely free! No fee, no catch, no problems! *1nd' * *Deadline 11 a.m. Monday 1 CALOOSA geBELLE Delivering Western Hendry County's News Since 1922 Toll Free 877-353-2424 E-Mail: classad@newszap.com I I I I, I .^-~ Y VU~~ Y I 6 Caloosa Belle, Thursday, June 16, 2005 i iLW 9 4 ~4~i~ 7 ; Caloosa Belle, Thursday, June 16, 2005 i 1 DENTURES BEST PRICES SAME DAY tive graduate programs in business administration, education, and nursing. Florida Southern has a 14:1 student/faculty ratio, provides strong student/faculty mentorship programs, boasts 24 NCAA Divi- sion II national championships, and is ranked by U. S. News and World Report as one of the top ten Southern Comprehensive Col- leges-Bachelors. Located on scenic Lake Hollingsworth, Florida South- ern is the home of the world's largest single-site collection of Frank Lloyd Wright architecture. Courtesy photo Pat Swope, left, is receiving a $300 check from Kiwanian Jackie Foster, Human and Spiritual Aims committee mem- ber. Center is Winnie Holland, president-elect. Pat will travel to Guatamala this month to minister art and music to orphan children. Births Mykah Micheal Anderson Michael and Marlene Ander- son of LaBelle are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Mykah Michael. She was born on April 14, 2005 at Gulf Coast Hospital in Ft. Myers. Mykah weighed 6 pounds and 13.2 ounces and was 20 inches long at birth. Mykah has a brother, Chase, and a sister, Jessica. S Maternal grandparents are SRon and Marilyn Buehne of Kell, Ill. Paternal grandparents are Teri SPregge and E.J. Anderson both of SLaBelle. Great grandparents are: John and Mary Blankenship of Kell, Ill. and Betty Pregge of Lake Placid. Savana Nicole Harrington Savana Nicole Harrington was born May 6, 2005, at 5:45 a.m. at Gulf Coast Hospital. The young lady weighed 6 pounds, 15.2 ounces, and was 20 1/2inches long at birth. Her proud parents are Sun- shine Tull and Michael Harring- ton of LaBelle. She has two sis- ters, Dominique and Miklynn Harrington of LaBelle and two brothers, Michael Harrington of Laelle and Justin Hayes of North Carolona. Her grandparents are Charles and Pat Tull of Savannah, Ga; Gwen Harrington and Ronnie Harrington, both of LaBelle. Senior Connections Volunteer training, ; opportunities S Faith in Action new volunteer Orientation will be held in LaBelle on June 28 at 2 p.m., and .in Clewiston at the Clewiston ; Senior Center on June 30 at 2 p.m. Bring a friend. Faith in Action program in Clewiston is still collecting blankets to equip the Persons with Special Needs SShelter at John Boy auditorium. STo help, bring a new twin-sized Blanket to our Clewiston Senior SCenter next to the auditorium Between 8-5 M-F. Call Liz at S(863) 983-7088 for more infor- # mation. Come to flea market SThe next Trash & Treasures Flea Market will be held on June 24 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at the L.J. Nobles Senior Center in LaBelle. For more information or to make a donation call (863)675-1446. All proceeds to benefit the Faith in Action in LaBelle program. Upcoming meetings and events Family Caregiver Support Groups in June will feature the new Social Security Medication Program information. Join us to learn about the new medication program and get assistance fill- ing out the paperwork properly. The next meeting will take place in LaBelle on June 15, at 4 p.m. at the L.J. Nobles Senior Center (863) 675-1446; in Clewiston on :^ ^'W REALIZE E )C PR EP.A RI[7 11 .\ [IL :i .. i : , 1fl i June 22 at 4 p.m. at the Clewis- ton Senior Center (863)983- 7088; in Moore Haven on June S29 at 4 p.m. at the Moore Haven I Senior Center (863)946-1821. Exercise classes every M-W-F at LJ Nobles Senior Center from 9- 10 am. All are welcome. Free services to help elders Insurance counseling with a trained SHINE (Seniors Helping with Insurance Needs of Elders) counselor is available every Wednesday morning free of charge at Nobles Center and in Moore Haven at Senior Connec- tions offices. Legal help from Florida Rural Legal Services is available at the Nobles Senior Center in LaBelle on the second Wednesday of each month from 9:30-11:30 a.m. (Must call 675- 1446 to make appointment) Post disaster help for older adults Disaster funds are still avail- able to help older adults living in Hendry and Glades counties who continue to need assistance with such issues as roof repair, debris removal, insurance . deductibles, appliance repair or replacement, chore work, etc. Elders in need of help due to the hurricanes of last summer can speak with a specially trained outreach worker in Clewiston on Monday and Tuesdays, 983- 7088) and LaBelle Wednesday through Friday (675-1446.) Staff photo/Patty Brant Sheriff Ronnie\Lee and Jack Milholland, president of the LaBelle Rotary Club, discuss the club's service project that provides medical information to emergency workers when it is needed most. Keep medical information handy When EMTs and paramedics are called to your residence, time is important. So is the availability of medical information such as what medications the patient is currently taking, the patient's doctors and their phone numbers, allergies, .blood type and insurance informa- tion for the patient. That is exactly the information provided on a handy pamphlet that can be stuck right up on your refrig- erator next to the grandchildren's art work and those cute little refrig- erator magnets. The pamphlets are a project of Rotary Club Interna- tional and is being impleniented by Rotarians all over. Clubs from Rotary District 6960 Area 4, includ-' ing LaBelle, Clewiston, Immokalee, LeHigh and Fort Myers, are distributing these poten- tially life saving pamphlets. Also included is such informa- tion as "Do you have a living will?," "Do you have a notarized Do Not Resuscitate Order?" and where they are located. There is also a place for names and numbers of friends and family members to notify in cases of emergency. All this information is necessary to ensure the patient gets the best treatment right away, and is even more important when the patient is unable to communicate with emergency workers. It's easy to get one of these free medical information pamphlets, complete with the sleeve that sticks to the refrigerator. They are being distributed through many groups and churches. You can also contact any Rotarian or just go to the sher- iff's office. The LaBelle Rotary Club has some 30 members and continues its LaBelle Nature Park project. On July 15, Mel Karau took over as president of the LaBelle club while Mr. Milholland becomes a District officer. Come Join Our Team, 1Vew Rates lMake the Drive WVorth T'hile $$$ RN's Earn Between $27 and $30 Per Hour $$$ $$$ LPN's earn between $23 and $25 per hour $$$ NillM iiml A M1rmr oSLUNNmI, T, M U, 07 Cotact in CodelaR, DON for a cofiential inteview orl fapx yo esume to 8631983- 98 Palm Terrace 301 South Gloria Street, Clewiston, FL 33440 (863) 983-5123 The Florida Southern College Academic Department Awards were announced at Honors Convo- cation on April 20. The Walt Brew- er Memorial Scholarship went to Brent Beer, a junior citrus major. He is the son of Bryan and Cynthia Beer of LaBelle. Founded in 1885, Florida South- ern College is a private, compre- hensive, United Methodist college with a liberal arts core. 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Sugarland Hwy. Toll Free 1-888-200-1703 .*Prices Good Thru 6/20/05. Plus Tax, Tag, Fees. 8 1C* 1 Y i i i i i i i I 9 Caloosa Belle, Thursday, June 16,2005 Palmdale Post Office, almost the smallest By Barbara Oehlbeck Way south on State Road 27 near Fisheating Creek there is a small settlement called Palm- dale. It's rather obvious where the name came from. It's all but blanketed with palm trees, mostly cabbage palms, more accurately called Sabal Palms, which just happens to be the state tree of Florida. Whatever else Palmdale does not have, it does have its own post office. Throughout Florida, and beyond, the tiny Ochope post office on the Tamiami Trail is known as the smallest post office in the state and even in the country. And so what about the Palm- dale Post Office? While it may be difficult to prove, it's said to be next to the smallest. No house- to-house delivery is made from .the Palmdale Post office, only "in house" postal services, which does not include international money orders nor pass ports as larger post offices do. Originally, the Palmdale Post Office was located in Peck Stalls' store, now the all but deserted large two-story building at the corner of Rt. 27 and Broadway Street that runs east into the heart of Palmdale. At that time Mr. Stalls was the postmaster. Long time resident of Palm- dale Mike Haught knows a lot about the Palmdale Post Office. He says, "As far as I know, the post office was first located in Sthe big, two-story building fac-. ing Rt. 27 which Peck Stalls owned. He was the postmaster for a long time. It's well known that the mail delivery man from Fort Myers brought the mail early every morning, long before the sun cast its shine over Palm- dale. He'd drive up in front of the store, take out his key and open a big wooden box that sat right there in the open. He'd throw the sack of mail in it, lock the box and be on his way. That box was three to four feet long and most any time o' day you could see old men sitting' on it, chewin' tobacco and swappin' stories. Young boys who lived around here had their own ideas of that box and the old men who sat on it. ,This went on for year and years... "When Peck would open the store in the morning he'd go out, S-unlock the box, get the mail, put it up and go on about running the store, cussing like h-l. The post office was in the left hand corner as you enter the store. He did a good job with the mail, but old Peck couldn't stand it if somebody in Palmdale got a let- ter from someone he didn't know about. When the person the letter was addressed to got the letter it was perfectly obvi- ous that it had been opened, then resealed with tape or glue, and across the back was written: Opened by mistake.... "There were gas pumps out front and over the pumps hung a Small porch. From that porch Peck could see all over Palm- dale...see everybody and every- Sthing that went on. That was a known fact." Back in those days, every- body lived on credit. Lykes' cow- boys all ran tabs at the store as well as most everyone in Palm- dale. "Old Peck talked in a high, whiney -voice. Now when the cowboys got paid I think once .a month -- he'd cash their checks, take out wvhat they owed, they'd get a whole bunch of groceries like Spam and Vien- na sausage and such...back on the tab again and that was con- tinuous, month after month. After about a week they'd be broke again, raisin' h-1 trying' to borrow money to see 'em through to the end of the month. About this time, old Peck would say in his high-pitched voice, 'You go down to the Oasis and spend your money on liquor and beer and you come back here and wanna borrow my money - how much you want?' He never caught a breath between telling those cowboys what they did and asking how much they wanted." The store sold a little of every- thing except beer. "Well, there come a time when Peck said he was gonna sell the store. Now the people who were interested in buying planned to sell beer and that wouldn't work with a post office in the building. (But it was well known that Peck kept his little jug in the cold drink cooler.)" Mike Haught recalls that final- ly a deal was struck and the store was sold to Geno Morritti from Chicago. Eventually the post ROfGER REATY& UCIONCO, NC TN Uc ei 2216 RPO. OX729,.Mt.Air. NC Over 75 Vehicles to Ch office was relocated a short dis- tance east of the old store on Broadway. These are just a few Palmdale pages from the past...the foun- dation of what is today. Since 1998, its postmaster, that is, its postmistress, affec- tionately known as the Princess of Palmdale, is Evelyn Sapp, Mrs. Jerry (Gator) Sapp. His given name is Jerry but far and wide he's always been called "Gator." This devoted husband let the word out not long ago that not only is his wife, The Princess, the Palmdale Postmistress, she is also a poet. And he pulled from his pocket one of her poems - his favorite, written over 30 years ago. Since we're now in the month of June, the following by the Princess of Palmdale seems eminently appropriate. While looking at a rosebud...innocent and sweet, I didn't notice all the fallen petals at my feet. Another rose half opened looked up at me to, say I'll reach my journey's end if I can last another day. ON-SITE AND ON-LINE BIDDING Sat., July 9, Noon Hartford, TN 200 Acres Will Sell in 5 Acre Tracts B. Mark Rogers. Sales Manager For additional information www.rogersrealty.com or Call 336-789-2926 Since 1971 11230 W. Hwy BO. Ftyers oose From! Call for New Arrivals ^r it -w^~--- -K^ | 2003 Ford F150 Supercab 2004 Chevy Cab & Chassis 1999 2005 4x4, Lariat, 2 to choose' 1-ton, 9,000 miles Ford F250's from! 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Our beauty is deceiving, our story soon is told But our lives can be beautiful if we learn from the rose. in for This week's Spec BRAKES $79.95 front or rear U Free A/C Checkup freon not included 390 E COWBOY WAY Across From the Airport AUTO.COM F. - 674-1010 Dad's hest sift. since, you n 2 'n a HM gg II IPR I ili1'--- -- [ -- [ i ]- .- ---1 --.. .- - K Paid Advertisement Dear Friends and Neighbors, The City of LaBelle has been actively looking for ways to improve the quality of drinking water for our customers for years. New technology will allow the water plant to grow with us. The current plant does have excess capacity, although it does have issues. Just like you, I want our water clean, clear and safe. In less than a month, the City of LaBelle will be submitting an application for a grant and low interest loan to the Rural Utility Service to fund the plant. Once we have a commitment The City will build a new water treatment plant (2.5 million gallon a day) similar to reverse osmosis I have heard you. The City Commission has heard you. We all live here and know we need better water. I want better water. Once we have the funding, we can begin construction. Once again, I will be working with our legislators to appropriate funds to help pay for this plant. Developers' will be contributing their share of the funding. Low interest loans and grants will do the rest. Being Mayor is full time. My workday as Mayor begins at 7:30, meeting with City staff then continues throughout the day. For me, it's 7 hours a day Monday through Friday and at least 3 hours over the weekend. Being Mayor is a full time labor of love that I take seriously. I am committed to keeping LaBelle a place we are proud to call home and where our children want to invest their futures. Please call me, if you would like to discuss this or other matters. Thank you for your support. Early voting begins July 5, 2005: Election Day is July 29, 2005. Please plan tQ attend the Mayoral Candidate Debate sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of LaBelle on June 13, 2005 at the Civic Center at 6:30 PM. Yours Truly -44L roved bu Slleri -'l L1I & i Luan r Glenn Tenri Walker Smith Rangel 86377-1010 863-983-3508 863-228-1142 VaginiaAve. 3bd/lba, 1 car caport D el -j.at Fun, Food, & a Good Time!! going @ $79K Restaurant, Bar & FFE. Great 13 BraixINewH-Iomes tobe m t II aat'fn n $ ing Location on HWY 27 $209.9K 1rnd mstobe mstseetoaprece! 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Over 1/2 acre ake- front lot, 3/2/1 CBS Home, Eve rythn like New, Immaculate 24x36 PoTe Barn with Shop and Boat/RV Storage. Fenced, Rear Patio includes Hot Tub Overlooking Water. $249.9k www.sugarrealty.com for photos. Mitma Lots 1-2.5 acres Call for .Infimatlion FOR INFORMATiOM New Listing! 2/1 Single Family Home @ $69,900.00 Lkeport! Start in the 480' Florida Room. Then walk in the Dining Room to the Kitchen. New Cabinets set it offi This well kept home is on 14 acre with dus and oak trees. Live dose to world class fishing in this quiet neigh- borhood. Offered at $104,900. |S. I- p*VV six "Ila Dish Depot Your Local Satllite Profenaal LaBelle (863) 674-4728 Clewiston (863) 983-3086 F t m f i a u ,7 'W AUCIO vertisement paid for and i i I FR A L 1. E I E I "" ,~ . 1 I I' i I -- I I JiFstbp i Caloosa Belle, Thursday, June 16, 2005 REAL DEALS! .... BudllW s Port LaBelle Exciting New Plans Homes from Mid $100S Spec Homes Available Now Lots Available, Seller Financing Visit Our Model Center 2480 East State Road 80 8631612-0551 www.chlhomebuilders.com S 238 ii Ass nl. Cisn Itr y f it. Inc. vw HOMES: MOBILEHOMS.: * $249,000 3BDJ;2lb former exotic animal hIom. (4gcgalonr. * $179,900 21D/lBA m ile htmnc on 5 acres that's fkclcd, h as stcdl fih pnd. ind hrct-sitals. * $160,000 4BD;2A. rbile home with flrnhpar, stone wall., ardal tub, pasnr) formlm dining rcnV and ak-in tioset. miss cic on th"s mine * $119,900. h fiis iBD)'2 manufbcturfd hone itra- turit kitchen with ishnd. bar, and cainet 'or.ag. * $119,000 Hard to Rid 3BD;2Bi mnanulactured home on 1+/- acr with fenced iBckid, ,lei, rtiewnEAski er'.c/- acwit * $S^g LilJlajclv ('c1-lat^rt * * $79,900 WB2liA o msie. honfm aiila'Ie in htelle. ACREAGE B.dco'" .'HS S? C S. * $1,025,600. 51+ a,'crs, s-jAltd. IotI fofcci, frotns Co two rinds, owne will divide. * $998,025 wkhoe & i oce o 1,8+,/- acvr. One of a lkind Auto Salvagt yal. Oraiaed with dcan hilloflhe;lth, S$668,500 IHw 27 fronmage. (;urretl, a Auto Sai ge yanir * $430,000-A ctrok nMi thyl,,iig ict! 2 eautixl 20 a*rre ia'"lc cn Bee Brlltc i tS lots of rt Dt't ii ml'i SN. Bridge St. LaBelle, FL 33935 863-675-8868 isa Andrews Lie. Real Estate Broker ociates: Rose Mason, Dwight Hatfield, idra Alexander, James Tanner, Roxana meros, Linda Dekle Davis Kevin Nelson w.southwestfloridarealtygroup.com SE IABLA ESEANOI ou on Ith unique acfrnage $300,000 9.83+- acrs with numerous Issiibi- itic. Adloining 182+, acres also anaiable.. $119,000- *i.-+/- acres pafpei features hcmi or mobile home pa d 50XrX0 wiith septic tran $55,000 1. I9+/.- amr woiied !ci oti pavcd oild in hIcn of Miur. !ir. $38,000 1.25+- are worloed "t on drainage cany in cMolcrm Riach Estates. '05,0 (.t o cc iat 1.07+r;- are w~~clad k ilabe.t $3* ,t01 'mi nslflsi" c ccf l tpl. $72,900 ieamtiul lot in (cnfTriar. lagei:anail mai'slkic (ki'. $5* 55isitCm WWRWT $50,000- .25+.- cwlo Ix i gtroiing sctlon il Pmrt lkile. n it. ?crn $ 4(3,000 Nice 1kl<4tf i'tRsh mienltdi & cuklc-\s. Aakliinlng,'Abu . COM^^EROAI 825 E. Cowboy Way Suite 105 LaBelle, FL 33935 (The Wallace Plata) 863-675-5923 Mary Diaz .ic. Real Estate Broker (561) 385-3282 Yanmile Carreno Sales Associate (786) 255-8096 SC3 cSTAMAR REALTY We will help your Real Estate dream come true EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE! * Hablamos Espaiol Selling Buying Land We're here now to serve you Stop by and see us today Sirviendo a nuesra Corunidad Spectacular custom designed riverfront home with private gated enty on Ft, Denaud Rd. 6,361 sq, fL of quality in this BR/2.58A home. Home has 10 ft ceilings, split floor plan, French doors; solid surface countertops, custom cabinets, gazebo overlooking river, boat dock w/lift, 3 car AC garage w/car lift 6 car carport, French doors open onto large lanai. Home sits on 1.49 oak filed acres wl90+ feet of river frontage. $1,600p00. OaTiftreesi gaiethris.Wac emai loSail SBAhioumeiwith a beautiful view of the Caloosahatchee River Privacy and Peace at its best Enjoy the sunsets over the water on your back screened patio. Wood tile and carpet flooring. Wonderful kitchen for entertaining, plantation shutters, Indoor utility room, large private bt dock with lift Commut clubhouse Incudes pool, ba ramp and tennis court 00. . Fcbuda 5%- mle'crRnr of river frontage. Thorough renifdelng has made this 3BR/3BA + office riverfront home like new. The new fea- tures include solid surface countertops, cabinets, appli- ances, tile and carpet, large patio to relax and enjoy the river views, new sod, irrigation system, driveway and boat dock. $699,900. BeaiutifiWl," Ilif eneRiomles~o('f Mirifm' *Homieo iftTr3'ee( of Caloosahatchee River frontage, just east of Ortona Locks. This immaculate home boasts 4BR, one with French Doors used as an office, stone fireplace between glass doored bookcases. Master Suilewith jetted tub, hugewalk- In closet. Exterior French Doors lead out of the Den and Master Bedroom. All windows are thermal pane. 24x30 detached garage. Ifyou're looking for peace and quiet on the river this is it! $425000, NiWiiioii1tr06'' BB r p nicatatili iiii" nal with river access. Built to Dade County Codes with cathe- dral ceilings, ile, carpet and upgraded appliances. Owner .finaping possible or trade for hurricane damaged proper- ties will be considered. $350,000. OWNER LOOKING AT AL F R.L .-.F L1- - - Dreaming of owning your own Island? 1264 secluded acres with some spoil easement which can be removed. $1V 400p00 sf-a "rvi6irnT Estfis iomi~fsewftflr-ighe-i aon allows for impressive views of the intra coastal waterway. Cash or owner fnancing possible $995,000. 120i ion~ lfcoi hatc eefW Ti' in'din' thllls~on Caloosahatchee Drive. This homesite Is ready for your water front home. On cinn g aala Southem Stylel Two story 3BRn3 12BA in the Port LaBelle Ranchettes on landscaped 3.02 acres, 6-zone rrgation system and one acres of fenced pasture. Home has two fireplaces, wood floors throughout except tile in utility room and 1/2 bath. Open with catwalk upstairs that adjoins two upstairs bedrooms with private bath in each. 3-car garage with apartment complete with full bath, kitchen, bedroom and living room. French doors, recessed lighting, antique mantel in Master Bedroom, floor to ceiling flagstone fire- place in the great room, a 12x12 garden shed and much more. Pre-gualification required. $775000. WoTdrtiay o en K e3Sacres." & i iFs"3SfiEBA CBS home, has fireplaces in the den and living room and a CBS workshop. 2 Quonset huts offer plenty of storage at this Counby Home, $525,000. Seru'd' otina eth tt 1ree 'tisiwhere' TiT' l This 3BRI2BA cedar home and double-wide mobile home. Situated on 5 beautiful acres with RG3M zoning, located south of LaBelle near the future site for the Education Center of SWFL To invest in the right direction, Call today! $400,000, 104 'acres ol gorgeous (s8c aSB can be split fllCgfr alI(Ilwf barn. Located on CR 78. $400.000. 2,0 B6 's' BN8'K2Wo6ine6near 1heW 'f ewly renovated Glades Resort & Golf Course. Home is situated on 2.12 acres of manicured lawn. $375000. Esi ;9ib0is' T- iEikiardeno 4ci'l bnb9-c ySca ndlab on premises country retreat overlooking house, 25x18 lab area with attached 23x18 office. $33000. Thifs "nifiohTr elfiia hiias exiFa a aR of country charm. 4BR12BA home sits on 14 acre. Roof and appliances are less than 2 years old. 3 oen porches +1 screened ptEM Wu I tFnlal workshop has electric. h'tS om h as his and her walk-in cos- ets. This spacious home with 2.152 square feet was built in 1991. $285000. NEV'CbZgftICTOTT --%ffiW splitf froor-pian- 56 under air, 2,454 total Sq. ft, Hardiplank concrete siding, spacious kitchen with oak cabinets, solid surface counter- tops and pantry, carpet and tile flooring, French doors to lanai, his and her master closets, master bath has separate his & her sinks, shower and garden tub, indoor utility with extra shelving. To be completed by Jutlyj5 Only $225,000. Bont-CBM'iiA h r Pemi i h t rThi i2YAIhas updated kitchen, Florida room and fenced in yard. Plenty of storage space and abundant frput trees. $1l70,00:; 19i go s omewi1h ija nT f tireslle, capet with oHS E 5 fil t d an 18xl8' above Rdeck.$164900. year. New etl aW t RBcs, new 14X24 screened lanai lus an above round pool. On$149,900. Cle~in wenrtfiptousefii'Teen t an biack poirches with tile flooring. Pretty yard with fruit and shade trees. $110,00-0, Bring the horses, 3BR12BA MH on 5.82 fenced acres w/2 ponds and nice soak ,H ,Mjala r ceilings, split floor plan, lll)ia ~,Nlg! tfleplace, builtin bookcases, large closet, master bath has separate tub and shower. $270,00. 4BR1SSM on' seifdufed acdres icon)ideerftahaiibon. Property can be subdivided into 2 homesites. Approximately 2,000 sq. ft. under air. Large open wooded deck. Many fruit trees on property. Sf245~0. 38 l'og cab imanuti- redfoine 6ii'6-T acrestat is fenced an j ggesVRtli lf Rfe built-in enter- tainment cS 7 F a ThIis the perfect country retreat on a ivate road. $212.00. i2Bido8sue to complete rec5DBI W lil ft W c' on 5+/- acres, $175000. 2B4 And r&eoi wr S i e fnlioeyed, Tile floors, gailMlHi Rlt lf Fruit trees storage sed, Greatg fr 5 acres In Muse with mobile. $150,000, Coinenieni to towe 2 i'i iii edI reomTarge fa i ij m, hottubon =I PeFdtllSlItfW-J* pae dico- "t drleway, i p curc ihigseTia5Li trees iniatio system and completefenced, 145000, . Wordea1T areis'n-icj ywRoaelB' -----ompleley fenced, enjoyjil IlMc BR/2BA man- ufactured Large warehouse on 4.85 acres located in LeHigh Acres with great potential. 400 amp, 3 phase electric service and 4' well with 3 phase pump is in place. Six loading docks on front side of building Drive in rampat back of building Entergrse zone. $500,000. Induiirstl' corrihi iidf ipve aicessTloctated iust 3 miles from downtown LaBelle. 2,400 sq. ft. steel building located on 4.65 acres. $850,000, Sfronmif 1 iiE j W0itoi0T9S el"' 0W.y"80 fron" tat 2? ,0 40 acres in Muse off of Secretariat 112 mile from paved road, Hunting cabin with hot & cold water to enjoy the out- doors. Completely fenced. 4,500+/- Live Oak trees planted on 18-19 acres ranging in age from 18-24 months. Laser leveled land. Fields were engineered for drainage. Water permits in place. Cypress head on 6-7 acres. With all this, the wildlife is abundant Great place to get away and get back to nature. Provides endless privacy. $2,225,00. 48"acreVlr %isioftaiiiel.biive6,Has power pole run to property. Oak hammock, cypress and palmettos. Creek through NE of property $1,100,000. Acra hira 7t,'. acres'orgoieous'acreagelat- ed in Muse. AlraariLup airl way with an older single-willlbIbA'WiRP ,wth the turkey and deer. This parcel consists of pasture, oaks, pines and cypress. This will not laston, priced to sell at$649,800. Paia'iBc6iieare Wa8es peict'oForuT hol'ij tafbe split for two homesites with final county plat approval. $299,500, 20ikaCiojrpivcy-bild your estate oiiniifsdiareartcel, located just west of Kirby Thompson Road. Plenty of priva- cy et close to LaBelle and Alva. $260,000 Escarpet the coun.n l aieeon akeeti asAan- quil setting for N 1EbIWOJ TR and sounds of nature your private retreat$240,000 5-ctae on a'cyAtran- quyfor your900, 5 acre-s 1 onl i ie$" iii mile y form Pioneer l Rllllltl ill A real deal at $98,50. Wooded acres P ana on paved rod - Property is plllM Reu e N IMA Twell (needs pump)&Is read fo your home or MH. $95,000. 4 sepirfe -'a- i parcelS o'cfibos effon-tiria, Access is undetermined at this time for each parcel. Seller is selling land in as is" condition. $90,000 each lot. 5 s oniaP fe. accessible raBi,, A 6 minlficeift ace B me eoprestsigus , road priced at $85,000 r acre, owners will not spit. Fivactey in 2.5 tiaillyc ior mas 2e:5""p^.hwl~xtiEr~T^'w*^o~in"!'!tO *".% 1/2 acre buildable lot in Lehih Acres. 69,900. Bu0idil f un water. $54, from Ranchettes. Pt.LT'e e .ijai fr ' .." 3BR/2BA singlewide MH for rent, available July 1st. $675tmo+ security / 10 IIIII q wp ~dB g~81 liiP illil lia Ilmw=B ~ 61 ~ ~ IOB~ ~- ~-- ~~~-~~-----x~I--~----~II-~--~ ga~8a~l _Pa~ra~~sp~~~~~ 'lprsa~8e~ Ipg~i~ab~B8$a Iti~btilB 1996~1 ~FB~dIsr~ii8g~ ~i~~ioldk ----- ----- ---- -------------- i' Caloosa Belle, Thursday, June 16, 2005 11 Local projects win grant awards from FGCU The Southwest Comprehen- sive System of Personnel Develop- ment at Florida Gulf Coast Univer- sity announced has awarded eight grants of approximately $5,000 each. Five are targeted at building capacity in schools and three at early childhood-related programs developed as collabo- rative efforts to bring research to practice. School-focused: Hendry County Schools: for training of ESE Teachers and Guidance Counselors in the Standing Up for Me Curriculum. Collier County Schools: for "Applied Behavior Analysis and Language Instruction for Children and Adults with Developmental Disabilities Including Autism" workshop. Poinciana Elementary school: to train teachers on use of the Classroom Performance Sys- tem focusing on 233 students in inclusive classroom settings. Charlotte County Public Schools: for training of approxi- mately 45 teachers as school- based teams and/or individual innovators in resource develop- ment. FGCU College of Education: for "Tracking Alternatively Certi- fied Teachers" to study their effec- tiveness and solicit employer sat- isfaction. Early Childhood-related: FDLRS/lsland Coast: for pro- vision of informational tools and materials concerning early child- hood development and resources to parents. ARE YOU STILL PAYING RENT? WHY WITH DEALS LIKE THESE!?.!?! ANNO.UNCEMEl0T Southern Land Real Estate Welcomes Emily Allen. Her position as Transaction Specialist for The Denning Group. S So utrn Investments & Real Estate 700 Main Street I'nl .IF,'- | l 'l 3935" , -I 36540 RIVERVIEW HOMESITE VISIT US ON THE WEB AT WWW.OAKREALTYINC.COM PROPERTY MANAGEMENT RENTALS SALES CINDY L. ALEXANDER SLIC. REAL ESTATE BROKER ASS9ATES-',EpSDirH MLLER 675-0500 STON MM REALTY 233 N. BRIOu ST ON THE CORNER OF BRIDGE ST & calim t I. WASHINGTON RtVTAIS COMWLC VAII A41 t details LARGE 3/2/1 IN PORT LABELLE $800/M. .,r ii i n NO PETS A MUST I. i, '.', nIanufac HliOMES.itfORit tared home with carport on 3+/, acres. NEW. LISTING IN PORT LABELLE This Includes fireplace, breakfast nook. retreat off 3Bedroom/2Bathll Car garage home sits on a master Ixdroom. front and back porch, beautifully landscaped .25 acre lot untcr th I'roperty also has 2100 sq. ft barn. Call today prestigousoaskoflaBelkl Homciswell main. i .., ir. .ir. \ 1i.-, !: io.900. tied with updated appliances. Asking I'; \11I t l I l RI\\\ Oi(11 lANE 101 $135,000. Acres +/- ih wi ood fire house. Being sold 3BEDIROOM/2BATH/1 CAR GARAGE sits 's Is" (.! IT I T, Lil oin he.iurilnl .orn io [ l 1 l o ,. i [ih k n.it trees (C M -tt i end itl 1. block away from the golf course (11i.11 I .1 I\'l Ii l. ., 1 i1iTI La large kitchen with breakfast nook I l '11i.i,000 jnJd-. .u n lLan.,i .1*h:n' $189.9nn ",, , IBFn'?B tH -Ii rg.nI.ge( I P.h. Juse.Sitson Il SINEsS .(1 i i.., i ,'with old Poil\i -g' tril. rr-k ., l .c, Ii-,'m mouth o iii o.u;l i.: .' 'As 1s 4 'I.0: 41n.n000 nv r lihirn...ilJ "inr-" l;iucILd'l,.'600,000. LtS AVAItLA I.I I\ II1hII A\ ',i B. ,. i huix \. 1 Ii L 1i,.l [..,,,. i 1-ii \ I I ti F \\i \11 I 0 1 IOT', '- ,5," '[ Iri ~l), RIi i\ I'N II I I SI I I ilD) 2RM II H'O D1'. ,i iU i l l i ,Ii 11 IM i.ll I\ I..,-, .,. '. 1101 L L l 1C ill 1, i .1. 1111 I, -~ -I~~~PLt~ Builthil liurd (rtL-i hlionic l nl this prime I( i:iniii1 in LaBele. ,50)+/- acre on CR78 .1O1m' fromrn \\.itCriI rll park ;lIad the Caloosahatchee River. $155,000. Call 863-51 --0i NEW.14 r RE L ES ATE.COR $8 .-m7. ae 4;395 93 R~l`(;0R\V MINE G '60 S If you are thinking of buying or selling, give us a call! =,' s * This 38R ?1 munlijlur.r.Jr hbom i n pri tine condition! You will fall it I. dih thi home di. miri''e ..i1 tp 't .r iTi k '. i filled piop-,rr.' -ll IA : 'nw ', today I:lit' it s rii Ii i 1' Only ,1 2.i * Solace at last!...3BR2B home in LaBelle. FtjrunnFlli it [ItY p)ljn arrinktii riVIn.t' mo aurirs LDBBEi OMraIBc L.1Ii nets. Outside is l : l;ibus ,iL nL..-l porch, fenced back yarl .*< .dhi. gri-.r.j pool REDUCED $195,900. * 3B1R/2B i uu a resa split floor plan f i t of paint. $149,900. * \\ l.ar a J .il" lI lt I il .''R h' n in I Jlk I Ih on i uriln ,ii'.n, uhoppilig i Liyu. i** i lI idc ,lii LCrJMmli tllC !'tnl p.iln anld lots more. Only S1I7.W00. * Com ',' ,.. until\ ing in Lh' .i .,-nLL thll, trn,v.AI l .:I urrn .r ]i., '' R IH ,'R tIi,..Jl SriAc r hoir iw 0: .t N sirs -r, -* .! r, '. in is in Prisine condition. Truly a must see! S144.900 * ] hedr.im home m thi. I'ihr'lni''tt 'ul',.I, isi.iii mith 2 lull lmths hll atl l lth This h,'rr. also fegMalNEI tllBCabinets, breakfast bar, separate living room and family room. Not to big and not tosmall This one has it all for only $129,900 * CUti acts h\ 1 ommunir, dokF! 1Fiiing. hrIngl6n (' 5'..tr spni rgbitt .i \iour Jolr 1 !is ' iiy ice & ie ll Irtirm iniJd "BR 2' mobhili ho- Is in. ,i.r.blk iFlinuirg I;.li On rine Islnd Corrmnunil. wl s & sa Dirr' mhis thi. -L-; lilng ugtL".i'' $149.9010 *a Or1, boI s4i php dJ.MiAm1 Jllp W1i: pI'1Ag Jll . ih,'-llr j! BR t nunt6l.i.ntui '.J hm ,'L .n I 1- .It r is a, ; i g:J i llOi n' ,r ittl 'Iur e'n!' rrilnlm - f.'rri r%,,, I $IlyI.00 * Thil iPiR 21 rnr mj uLlLi.[iiiJ hiulli i n i'ii r linr e m, ed l' r r 1 I' ,1 il l u. I..', .].n h l'!:. home. i i' rir i 't n. I iil p l '1.i in rhl et-. filli pl ,0lk n', -il! l ',r i inr .it i ih ''. in. l.J d. I Itl,.,r. It'L ,'i i O ,I 51 .i00. . \% t ll k, pr id uib-.l l.i,: hiA rr,, .n 1 ' .irl FJI:n i .1 ii 5t l.U.il poinl hon,. pj'.urs.I ilii trrt s jnJ niri ioaks l $1 2,00, * ;RR .I mantil.i:rured hmc onr,2 2 .i-r.'s, mastr heIt s more 513P90 lns .' Kin V. r' u I"Ill t lr I rn, J anl.-,in .,'xl plJn r, i sJi U i thE h ilr IR mjro.r ilrirTlrl ev rnd .tonni in sp.cr: ulr 2.i .'.-.r nec 1.I sk. rg I119,00. * B'R u 2.5 d *i II rri cld o w r, t.'uU ~rlp oi nih 'i~4 i Im hhi $22Y7.900. * Beautiful homesite partially cleared 5..r m '.I'rT w;uI 1 t & 'n .', i.:ir>i Opih $j2.300'1 * I'-nil.ll cleared 5*?. acres on Case TJ j224.9011. 0 Beautiful homesite partially clerd 54t- acres on Case Road. $224,900. * Huillui fi;n .A riJ.L in Muse- i.,, U l t 0 this llnr L't dt'T ,' l a JLrt.s il .1I [i3 ld Io.l,.,i .'II l in Minlirj L.rca! lor iin', unri it 'r Lhonki.i iOnl $46,000 \'orilid 1 2i' jcrr LLi in t iM'n;rli 42 .500 * 2IIB RIIOIIIICaCT * 2.utilt l 1 25- ..rr CLorier int tio ... i ." i 1 .i1 ik '.,' ii' r l int a Cu l r n iirT n ,1 i ii l. : - J,.plI.:: in, li lTimilr I i f..i :lu . r,-:.ran t iBlains i $129 110 SI r ,i.r [a ll\j i .j k r il'2.,i011 ,N!440L1(1. U110 e 2 lihigh g irc lIts :-.'ri Iri dupli ;1r, t IPV'istrn.r iii ro~ t,-1' Onl 51f.7,01100ath * 1 I'itin fUl unit li! IIi I oIn oak lun L* I Rnng y'ouur timil t tc:his qulitt ir ihh.,'r,, ' 554.W)00 ach. * Corner lot In 1I lnr 102 i large. 'aI Iikiu'ill lot Ior \our Ldrim home $54.900. * Tiplil k'A .1 t I ti$49.900 dach * lii'hl lot in I lnit 9 $49.9(h each SI nit 1 l- in 'i r-orin IPJ.,It i$49,9 14 2500 01V S i I*iii i1 '>, LjRril .H* i, I --I,^ flfBj^ * I!8...' .irs itncd I .n lmmocil i .i '<. lh .it L IRtIllr iity Imit.r v.ish "r i : 1i holinag i1 .1 R211 :iRi9lnd nL .g r u. I . TrUc '.k.kg $450in.fll. . I AX205054878F HORSESHOE ACRES iJ hl k J .r ', ".ilth cinal I h v .i . , I! l I ..,: ,,_ [ ir i. .11] L rrT l, l..llll .* 'I n i., .Lr-' lI.i.r Horse stall at one end Property is fenced and cross fenced. i. h i -. r i ,. lirLiiiL I-.J ,l-. l i l'1s ad plans $I, 000 AIR .'rr-"IT AX20035081F HOLIDAY t'\Rl Reauitiftil starter home in Holiday .''af i.- i..,', i '. I' l urrnished $125,000 AX250057525F SUNSHINE ACRES- Beautiful mobile home with 2 acres of land atnwd nie landscaping for only $136,900 AX205054819F PORT LABEI.LE Nicey landscaped 3 2-1. Fenced in hack yard, backs ip to trc'.I.lih i,.miit RC<.idcti;il ait*erT.1 ',I, ,0 i, wI h r'n 'A'itiln m4..1, SR 29 i i 11- II u L I -1) .Primen ommer Road -" '. K. I-elms Road, lust soutli of Co:wboy Wuay in .alBelle. 7.8 Acres, mol, zoned C'l. Florida Enterprise Zone tax incentives & x:achfts,& HtSRB .,- .- ..- t In-., n1 aile n lt this locat ., r,, i l-ll ,,i "'a tyw 'an exciting. .: L .?l.ti .0li0 AX20508it38F PORT LIABI.LLE Several to choose from. $57,900. . M :. r ,, . tlmi I I i. sz, I k'm IiI'. i' lr ', g.t ,' tlir,,lu;i ',,r i. iilLr *, I,.. I ni gc, rl:lnd ,,tri r, t inl-.1 )J axdJ, h.nc.tJ like l 1.."l ': j12 -,t ',l l[L I .lllllh n 1: N I \ r t ,IJLIdl.J &: ... t ,' 4 'k, S94.90U S\21)ns0 iM 1 GERBER GROVES I wcillau .p-i.rmunity for investment or development in a growing community with an exciting future. 105 AcresiMOL, CLEARED, platted in 13.36 acre parcels with frontage in Sars Road. $1,350,000 k\ 2o0 4til 7f MONTURA R l\ Hi" Several 1.25 Acres in Montura Ranch Estates to choose from $441,900 AX205t1t9897F GERBER GROVES Il.m il i itgir,. $ i0 ,70t, AX205023939F GERBER GROVES Each Tracteo nsus- .I ti"i i!.n>i-i in iJ6,, i ,,o r, p.r, L. ilE'.7111.O AX205034466F GERBER GROVES S Nice Citrus GroIv Available $166,700 AX200557.50F SUN-N-IAKE Beautiful over sized corner lot located in a golf course deed restricted community. I i i I L,: .,uip.ti area surrounded .->, i I l'C. ii n All utilities are . ,ij.l,,i ,,'' ii h, I.' n i ready to build your dream home on, $97,500. \\ 2'i11599i l PIONEER PLINTION * (! I I l. i. i rr.,u, i pi .i.i ll ion i I pI l . eatiol I.o ati I LI p. ti ln B ,ul G et. o I.... ,i .-l i ['! 'n .I ,lJh.,1, . :'. ', r rQ-i'in r,;f, ith, a bright AX205058854F PORT IABELLE Location,. Location, Location. Beautiful lot in one ot Port LaBelle's most desirable ii ,,nmini ,i r. 1 .' I .... n I'h ,- huIih ,all ..r. iun i L ', I.i,, k. 'pl h ie a i ei'. ,l.l i'lhl ,-n Ro.,in sOi.n North-nlc 7;".tnw . 'i-i2i l .ist Il P1ORT l.AIH I... Sii.,,l,,l ~'I I' ., lut on mrec berf lt' i) rr.Ini L.i n'i'r" i.. with an cxciUI., .\.n205i,1I lit PORT ILABEii, I r-ni iln.I k. L it .L i ,; lot it\h' cen tral water. $59,500. AX205058022F LEHIGH PROP ERTIES tropertyis located at the border of Lee adn lHendrv Countv- knlown ai. Lehigh Properties $ 8.500. AX205059026F PORT I.ABEI.I.E Beautiful oversized crmer lot. lots. ,i lice trees in one of Port t.LaBdells most. Ie.-ir ,i 1T, i[ ,,ik 1 ini ,: i ._,',l.. L 1 A tta is ,l 'i, i, kin 14 18 m on lr ,, .i i 'I ,I'' ,,, atu l llendr'. i,,-.n'. ..,.|11 i'" (0557,900 .\.XW0I 18411 PORT ABEl.IE LOT t'.'t tilable in Port L alkelle. $07,900. \X?12nillhu;i -P. ORT 1LABEI;LEtf lot in Port LaBelle Many to choose Irori $57,900, A.\211511-4 11 PORT IAIELI.I. 0\1:.r.tI il..1h k I.. purcha; e $57,900. AX205007364F PORT LABEHl.l. LOTS Several to choose front $57,900 AX205007313F PORT IABELI).E LOTS SSeveral nice lots to choose 1iron. $57,900 AX205021367F PORT L.A1BH.1. IPort LaBelle lot several availail' 1 i'hlo i fb:i!:I $49,900 AX205021382F PORT LABEI.I.E I'P' laBelle loc se rato choose from $49,900 AX205056467F PORT LAB.El.LE 'ri.r, ,* i' 'i, l .'. a paved stret itli Lpiti "., %'-," $49,900. AX205055710F MONTI RA RANCHES Build your dreamin biome io, this reanq.l I mT~i. Ii .,wh ;: ,.i cent to ac. ,,. 41q nil AX205057494F- PORT II.A.\HL.l .1- Port LaBelle L.ot several to choo.: (from $38,900. RIeVERSIDE REAL ESTATE 97 PARK AVENUE, LLBsasu, FL 33935 "Ao'ss IHOsasi BAIUoW PAuK." 863-675-2718 www.kabelleriverside.comi E-mail- labelleriverslide eanrhllnk.net FEATURES OF THE WEEK 4+/- ACRE RANCHETTFS LOT- WANT COUNTRY LIVING CLOSE TO TOWN Build your "Dream Home" on the 4+!- acre beau. ty. Cleared of all but the oaks. $439,000 3.27+/- ACRE RANCHETTE'S LOT. build your dream home in one of LaBelle's most desirable communi- ties. $359,900. LIKE NEW- 1,800 sq. ft. 3BR/2BA mobile home on one acre. Many extra's, family room, walk-in clo',et., and large master bath. H ome is tully furnished including washer & dryer. $139,900. SeHabla Espafiol. WATERFRONT 2BR/2BA CBS HOME ON POII.Y- WOG CREEK! Recently remodeled home located in Caloosa Estates S;D w/partial river view. IIonme's upgrades include new porcelain tile throughout. new maple kitchen cabinets, breakfast bar and corian counter tops. Master bedroom and living room had sliding, glass doors which )pen up to the back. patio and overiook creek. Circular driveway., dock .roid accci 0s tothe Caloosaliatche' River. $435,000. HOMES IN -lT CJTY- c(RT\T BIlSI\-.'- PI TE',.i \i .ol l. l.,. I '. i , Court hliy' .'.t)w i"i ;. l*!- (i bv'rickr \larilvn Sears- Licensed Real E ... i Sales Associates- Nancy l'lendricksoil, \iargairo \Vhality, Yvonne Doll, ConsueloTarin, Suzanne Sherrod and Judy Cross McClureI home has perfeLt office floor plan plus an, attached efficiency apartment. $349,000, UNDER CON I'RA IC A MUST SEL 3BR/2BA CBS home. phti flon plain i.. iiti tile + .crcened lanai. Three residential! pardes uomn bincd totaling 1.17+/- acres: $279,900. OAKS GALORE! ONE ACRF COR NER L. .C 2.l 2D'.fcaturcs a S!*K .'* l uJV J 10, moual square feet..ceramic tile, screeet d p)rch and 2 car garage. $269.900. COUNTRY CHARMER! This 4RR ?'RA twr story homne is il Ul ed( oi'i nicely ;aindcs,.!pId I' acre ]ir ws..cat- r i-i'' al-;v | - 'shoit. Home ifto atirc . aiI -;-w klilnenll appliances. %tia bhinds, ivalk in closets -ild iror.cd pTrch, $259.900. - SPACIOUS 3BR/2BA POOl HOMP IN LABHLI.E fcaiure;s laige ifaily room, formal living i.oom. heated pool. hot tub, screened pool lanai and nicely manicured lawn. $225,000. 2BR/IBA "OrD FLORIDA" STYLE HOME LOCATED IN THE CITY. ,.i.,, .i- ]',r .,.-ir covered ,'. K .iutiiul :'.1.- f i 1. ill need to be completely renovated and is '-irne .old "as-is. $150,000. t INDER (' I\'NTRACT! IHOQMES 3BR/2BA D)OUBILEWIDE MOBILE HOME ON 1/2 ACRE Cathedral ceil- ings. family room. breakfast bar,.large back porch and fenced yard. Located on paved road approx. 3 miles south of i aRe!le. $92,500. ABR/IBA CBS HOME Recently remodeled, new cabinets, ceramic tile and paint inside and out. $79,900. BIR, 1R.\ CR HOlMI I () \I I) I THE CITY LIMITS. Fixer upper good investment property. $74,900. HOMES ON ACREAGF 320+/- ACRES W/RECFNTLY RFMODFIFD 4BR/2BA HOMF. barns .lnone improved pasture and woods. Jack's Branch runs through property. Located 1/2 mile north of llvy 720 on Nine Mile Road. S4.800,000. I )Of \ KIND' Cusrom built MRR/3 1'2BA cedar +*stone home on .858+i acres coercd with tons of large oaks. Perfect home for enrcrtaining features stone heated pool and spa wi2 water- falls, custom pool lighting, screened lanai, tiki bar wI!surround sound and sundeck. Interior features porcelain tile throughout the first floor, stone fire- place, movie theater room set up w100" screen and surround sound, wood floors upstairs, game room w'bar and much more. This home is a must see! REDUCED $995,000. 3BRA!BA CBS HOME ON 8.8+/- ACRES fronting on paved road approx. 3 miles from town. Property is fenced & cross fenced w/gorgeous oaks and horse stables. $490,000. 3BR/2BA DOUBI EWIDF MOBILE HOME ON 4.07+/- ACRES, Property cleared, fenced, cross fenced and nicely landscaped. Features cathedral ceilings, split floor plan, bay windows and walk in closets. $289,900. ACREAGF/! LOTS 55 ACRF PARCFI W/IMPROVED PASTURF AND SCATTERED OAK TREES. Small palm tree farm wi5 hp turbine pump for irrigation. 9+/- ACREs VACANT TANDn cleared ^II -tf"i'Dt onnpaved road in .l, cu Itural. $285,000. 2 1/2 ACRE WOODED I OT located in Pioneer Plantation. $65,900. UNDER CONTRACT COMM FRCIAI BUSINESS POTENTIAL GRFAT LOCATION, Fully rented, beautifully restored historic commer. cial building. It is surrounded by shops and businesses of all types in .t modcr atly high traffic area in the hicart of LaBcll. $595,000. GRFAT LOCATION! IlTIT 1i M\1F1 EAST OF HWY 80 ON COWBOY WAY. Commercial (C 2) :oned prolixrty w, I.' I1 fronting on Cowboy ,Wa v, metal bIuikdin: has approx. 1,500-+ sq it ciUrrcntl oper',i ing as a convenience stor. $ .90,00 PRIMF HWY 80 CORNER N IjRS. NESS POTENTIAI 19.5 ft fronting on Hiy 80 and 200 ft. deep. (;reat insist ment for future business $279,900. UNDER CONTRACT TURN-KEY OPERATION with isLf,. managers and wait staft in place. Established 130+ scat restaurant Ioiarcd in the heart of Lifielle. Grat busint ,. opportunity. $115,000. COMMERCIAL P ROJPF'EtY in the city oti LaBelle w e $ l0 '\fi >.i St. ect a reasonable price $100,000. INDUSTRY INDUSTRIAL AL PROPERTY! EXCELI,NT INVSFSI MEN I QPPORTUNITY w'v22 frontage on Hwy. 291.59+!- acres on cornci of I\\ \. 29 and N. Industrial Loop Road, It;!e buildings (Warehouse 3,8001 sqIi: shop 1.600 sq. ft.: ffif-: [ ihililng '.t sq. ft.) all currently leased. $1,300,000. 4.14 ACRES ZONE) INI)D'STRIAL W/AIRPORT ACCESS. PropLit ..iiu.c 80'xl00 hanger plus 1998 IBR 2!A 2 ,2i' sq. ft. douhl\wide mobile home c(;.; investment. Great location! $5950,00. I 11Aw , --- . t I I :, I A M 12 Caloosa Belle, Thursday, June 16,2005 Know your hurricane terms A ADVANCED WEATHER INTERAC- TIVE PROCESSING SYSTEM (AWIPS): It is the computerized sys- tem that processes NEXRAD and ASOS data received at National Weather Service Forecast Offices. ADVISORY: A message from the National Hurricane Center in Miami giving warning information with details on tropical cyclone location, intensity, movement and precau- tions that should be taken. The advi- sory will contain a resume of all warnings in effect AERIAL RECONNAISSANCE WEATHER OFFICER (ARWO): The flight meteorologist for weather reconnaissance flights into a tropical cyclone. ANEMOMETER: An instrument that measures the speed or force of the wind. ATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE: The pressure exerted by the atmosphere at a given point. Its measurement can be expressed in several ways. One is in millibars. Another is in inches or millimeters of mercury (Hg). Also known as barometric pressure. AUTOMATED SURFACE OBSERV- ING SYSTEMS (ASOS): This sys- tem is a collection of automated weather instruments that collect data. It performs surface based observations from places that do not have a human observer, or that do not have an observer 24 hours a day. AUTOMATION OF FIELD OPERA- TIONS AND SERVICES (AFOS): It is the computer system that links National Weather Service offices together for weather data transmis- sion. B BAROMETER: An instrument for determining the pressure of the atmosphere BEST TRACK: A subjectively smoothed path, versus a precise and very erratic fix-to-fix path, used to represent tropical cyclone move- ment. It is based on an assessment of all available data. C CAPE VERDE ISLANDS: A group of volcanic islands in the eastern Atlantic Ocean off the coast of West Africa. A Cape Verde hurricane origi- nates near here. CENTER: The vertical axis or core of a tropical cyclone. It is usually deter- mined by cloud vorticity patterns, wind, and/or pressure distributions. CENTER/VORTEX FIX: The location of the center of a tropical or subtrop- ical cyclone obtained by reconnais- sance aircraft penetration, satellite, radar, or synoptic data. CENTRAL NORTH PACIFIC BASIN: The region north of the Equator between 140W and the International Dateline. The Central Pacific Hurri- cane Center (CPHC) in Honolulu, HI is responsible for tracking tropical cyclones in this region. CHIEF, AERIAL RECONNAISSANCE COORDINATION, ALL HURRI- CANES (CARCAH): The 53rd Weath- er Reconnaissance Squadron's Air Force Reserve civilians who bridge the gap between the Hurricane Spe- cialists at NHC and the flying squadron. Each day, they publish the Tropical Cyclone Plan of the Day. CLOSEST POINT OF APPROACH: Point where hurricane eye makes closest contact to shore without actually making landfall. COASTAL FLOOD WARNING: A warning that significant wind-forced flooding is to be expected along low- lying coastal areas if weather pat- terns develop as forecast. COASTAL FLOOD WATCH: An announcement that significant wind- forced flooding is to be expected along low-lying coastal areas if weather patterns develop as fore- cast. COLD FRONT: The leading edge of an advancing cold air mass that is underrunning and displacing the warmer air in its path. Generally, with the passage of a cold front, the temperature and humidity decrease, the pressure rises, and the wind shifts (usually from the southwest to the northwest in the Northern Hemi- sphere). Precipitation is generally at and/or behind the front, and with a fast-moving system, a squall line may develop ahead of the front. See occluded front and warm front. CONVECTION: Atmospheric motions in the vertical direction resulting from surface heating and the subsequent rising of warm air. This lifting mechanism is capable of generating the rising motions neces- sary for clouds and precipitation to form. CONVERGENCE: Wind movement that results in a horizontal net inflow of air into a particular region. Con- vergent winds at lower levels are associated with upward motion. Contrast with divergence. CYCLONE: An atmospheric m. cir- culation (low-pressure system) with rotating and converging winds, in which the center has a relative pres- sure minimum. It usually has a diam- eter of 2000 to 3000 kilometers. When developing, a cyclone typical- ly consists of a warm front pushing northward and a cold front pushing southward with the center of low pressure (cyclone center) located at the junction of the two fronts. Cyclones in the Northern Hemi- sphere rotate counter-clockwise while Southern Hemisphere cyclones rotate clockwise. D DATA BUOYS: Buoys placed throughout the Gulf of Mexico and along the Atlantic and Pacific coasts of the United States that relay infor- mation on air and water tempera- ture, wind speed, air pressure, and wave conditions via radio signals. DEPRESSION: In meteorology, it is another name for an area of low pressure, a low, or trough. It also applies to a stage of tropical cyclone development and is known as a trop- ical depression to distinguish it from other synoptic features. DEEPENING: Used in describing the history of a low-pressure system or an area of cyclonic circulation, it means a decrease in the central pressure of the system. Although it usually describes the action of a pressure system on a constant pres- sure chart, it also means a surface low is increasing in cyclonic circula- tion and acquiring more energy. It is the opposite of filling, DISTURBANCE: This has several applications. It can apply to a low or cyclone that is small in size and influence. It can also apply to an area that is exhibiting signs of cyclonic development. It may also apply to a stage of tropical cyclone development and is known as a trop- ical disturbance to distinguish it from other synoptic features DOPPLER RADAR: Weather radar that measures direction and speed of a moving object, such as drops of precipitation, by determining whether atmospheric motion is hori- zontally toward or away from the radar. Using the Doppler effect, it measures the velocity of particles. See Terms Page 16 J.D. and Son Plumbing, Inc. Se Habla Espafiol Free Estimates General Plumbing Remodeling Bath & Kitchen Repair New Construction (863) 675-1493 Fax (863) 675-1943 Licensed, Insured & Bonded CFC-1426207 Don't forget Early SVoting Started on 1^'June 5 Sand goes V up to July 18! 4 Statewide Palms, Inc. 863 675 k 4844 . Ire \ asdrLLIq W\E BUY 1J NK CARS 863-612-1171 CEIL 863-673-o030 Hlablaiois Espafiol 72863-980GARLAD33HWY 863-983-0333 330 W, SugarladClewifton 863.983-0436 216 ,S Main St. LaBelle 863-675-3288 301 N, 15th St, 239-657.1600 DENTURES DR. MERCER'S DENTURE CLINIC US 41 SOUTH FT. MYERS 1-866 226,9400 I 675-3233 155 S. MAIN STREET LABELLE STATE CERTIFIED CLASS A CONTRACTOR CAC008030 FPL PARTfCIPATING CONTRACTOR hlRandy's : Garage, Inc. YotirTocal A(:1Pko (:(a Ca ( :cntcr 863-675-1032 737 S. Bridge St. L..aBelle, FL just North of Langlord Ford FRANKS BARBER SHOP II 55 W.Yeomans Ave. Inside Touch of i,..S.-. (fleroas from Ihw big V Motl) (863) 68753733 Proi]IM);Wie IV-110i(elm Dana Howard Weekley American Legion Post 130 699 Hwy 80 West LaBelle, FL Yoga Classes and Private Instruction Denise Wheeler 1-239-368-0058 gaiashakti@iline.com It,_nm;o : Id IbaiYI IIANDYMAN GLASS & MIRROR i.\AR. CLEANING CALL, (863) 675-7297 FREE Esimates visit us on their b webat www.ailin .20m.cim MEI)ICA moon f.TVCEY T l>I 1454 Madison Ave. Immokalec, FL For appointments call 239-658-3000 Watlk-is WVelcome IMMOKALEE FAMILY CARE CENTER 1502 Lake Tralford Rl Inlnokalk. FI. iWuin DixinrPlaza) Appointments Are Necessary Please Call 239-657-6363 Law Offices of Robert L. Vaughn, PA. B&nkrupicy \T'r.,..II r,. ,. Personal injury fin r i:i. D.>. ,:. 112 WC. Owen, Clewiston 863-902-9211 530 Main St., LaBelle 863-675-7719 2080 Collier Ave.. Ft. Myers 239-936-9393 eadeo 5d 525 NW lv I, Btli GrilA 800-573-7983 www.gladesmotors.com World Class Barber Shop 4 Barbers Late Nights Thurs 9 8 216 S. Main Street Unit 3 1LaBelle, FL 863-674-1775 and Construction, Inc. FREE ESTIMATES /-p Om" en uxftoftr <(West Cake FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY 805 N. Hwy. 27 Moore Haven (863) 946-1233 LABELLE IRRIGATION 8 SUPPLY 500 S. 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CELL: 863-673-4091 licensed and insured LABELLE CARPET & TILE OUTLET Wholesale flooring warehouse 1050 COMMERCE DR Easr of the 4 way stop at Cowboy Way Make a right onto Commerce Drive 863-675-8575 Iargcs In Stock Selection QUALITY CONSTRUCTION, INC Liccnsm & Insured omcE (863) 675-8314 340 N. BRIDGE STREET LABELLE, FL 863-674-0003 Jackson River Where Quality is Done in Style I1 4WA,JaI j R.C. LAWN AND SMALL TREE SERVICE CALL 863-673-0249 NEXTEL RADIO 18817*62105 HENDRY COUNTY AUTOMOTIVE Doug/Roscoc 863-675-0388 Complete Auto Truck Repair 621 S. Bridge St LaBelle, FL MVI#3199 153 S. MAIN ST*,, CiABILEO E53S.MAINST. W ELLE (NEXT TO OERRELLUS FLORIST) CALL X cinguar- ENTERPRISES, INC. EXCAVATING, LAND CLEARING DRIVEWAYS. CULVERTS HOUSHPADS & SITEWORK Mob.. 863-673-8973 o.f. 863-675-0344 4 9 ; 1 "liE AND APyV BEDDING 1060 Hwy 29 S. LaBelle 863-75-0717 www.whitesfurnitumndapplianc.com Marne, Ie. (Nial 5-1111 , mx (8631615-771 LIC#HC355.SP ., )J and Inslued Commercial t RestdentOl' y "When you need ai 1ce Only $10.00 per week, per lock. Call 863-675-2541 or email us at cbelle@strato.net to place your ad! pKimmiul|lmi,(;l" A I '" ,, ,, -- ------ I _I K' anI: Ii*: oi]mwi]iU;)Ui t]"I Caloosa Belle, Thursday, June 16, 2005 12 -1 Y Caloosa Belle, Thursday, June 16, 2005 13 Clewiston Museum is coming of age By MaryAnn Morris The Clewiston Museum, located just off U.S. 27 on Com- mercio Street in Clewiston, nor- mally closes for staff vacations in summer, reopening in fall for another year. This year there will be a difference. An addition of 8,800 square feet (the current space is around 1,000 square feet) at 109 Central Avenue is expected to "wow" museum goers this fall when the museum reopens. It will house the museum with greatly enlarged display space, a library, theater and sales area, and classroom/con- ference room, together with offices for the museum director and the executive director of the Clewiston Chamber of Com- merce and general visitor infor- mation. Designed by Stevenson Archi- tects, Inc., the entry area will lead visitors into the building, where multiple tall, arched wid- ows will give natural light for the interior. "It's a lot of work," said muse- um director Gretchen DeBree "but the results will make it all worthwhile. We will do all the moving this summer and be able to have so much more on dis- play." The Clewiston Garden Club Clewiston Museum & Visitors Center Stews Arcimects Inc Robert Feirk AIA Courtesy photos An artist's rendering shows what the completed Clewiston Museum will look like. and the Green Thumb Garden Club of Clewiston are making a joint project of the landscaping. An attractive and safe pedestrian area and the area between the building and Central Avenue will be creatively defined with plants in containers, since the entire area is paved. "We'll still be open for a cou- ple weeks before we close for the move," Ms. DeBree contin- ued. "Normally that would by Monday through Friday, 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., but if people want to come on Saturday, just call ahead for an appointment." Please telephone the Clewis- ton Museum for an appointment or for further information: (863) 983-2370 Place a classified ad in over 160 Florida newspapers and reach over 5 Million readers for just $450. Place a display 2x2 or 2x4 in 113 Florida newspapers and reach < over 4 Million readers. www.florida-classifiedsg p' Reic ei4 fllonR id 1 ,- cfl, til With Hot Weather Coming, now is the time to have your A/C & engine cooling system checked ..... ..'............................................ .... 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Hendry County (863) 612-1111 Senfrtg 7e Idtstry r Or e 2 Decades ,,,- ,,, _ p I I 13 Caloosa Belle, Thursday, June 16, 2005 - _MR w;3; ;14 1.0mtIf R PilKappswJolo a;ra-- ~-~- _ ~yJF~1~r~~j~s~t!rr1;~I~ K. %O sifled L& nis@os] for ny personal items foA sle under $2,0SOLUTE for any personal items for sale under $2,500 S DIsE Announcements Merchanlise | Mole Homes *--vv ^ SS 'S ^ ^^ -^^ ^. Sf J W ~ -*v ^ Employment Agriculture Recreation S ^i'^ ^J1t Rentals P,~~ne T'TI-"-, Automobiles MIIIIIi a Services Real Estate li Noties I IIZE More Papers Mean More Readers! Reach more readers when you run 570. s... .. .I ... ..... , . your ad in several papers in our newspaper network. Our newspaper network consists of eight papers one daily and seven weeklies. An ad run in all these newspapers will reach more than 164,000 readers*! Call Today For Details! * Sources: Pulse Research Market Survey; Simmons Market Research; INI Market Research Center Rules for placing FREE ads! To qualify, your ad * Must be for a personal item. (No commercial items, pets or animals) Must fit-into 1/2 inch ,,r (that's 4 lines, approximately 23 characters per line) Must include only one item and its price (remember it must be $2,500 or less) 4 Call us! No Fee, No Catch, No Problem! i i c015 0I11 '- Impoilanrl IrFormalion- Please read your ad carefully 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 Memorlam 125 Found 130 Lost 135 Give Away .140 Garage/Yard Sale 145 Personals 150 Special Notices 155' 900 Numbers 160 Aucion 01 IRS auction sale of prime Or- lando area residence!! 3/3, 3600+ ft, pool on 1 acre. 1745 Markham Woods Rd, Longwood, FL 6/30 at 10 AM. Visit www.ustre- as.gov/auctions/irs or call Gary at (850)942-8990 x 249 for info. LAND AUCTION Calhoun County, SC. June 23, 6:00PM. 960+/- acres of- fered in 14 tracts. Located near 1-26 between Columbia and Charleston, near Lake Marion. Timberland, Crop- land, Hunting, Homesites. Previews: June 18 & 22 from 11:00AM-2:OOPM. Call (800)551-3588 for more in- Sformation or visit www.woltz.com. Woltz & Associates, Inc., Brokers & Auctioneers (SC#3663R). r.talt S. Large Sale in LaBelle Sat., June 25th @ 11am Antiques, Tractors, Trucks, Cars, Old Lure's, Loads of Hand Tools & Power Tools. See next weeks paper for Address & Complete List!!f On line: auctionzio.com #1 Liquidators Auction Jim Tate AU2266 Liquidators AB1855 239-878-0621 &i,<14lD READING A NEWSPAPER,., saves you money by providing information about best buys. No wonder newspaper readers earn morel Auction Saturday, June 18th 1:00PM Preview & Registration Time: Sat., June 18th 1:00am-1:00pm LOCATION: 2371 CR 78 LABELLE APPLIANCES, YARD EQUIPMENT, HOUSEHOLD ITEMS, FURNITURE, & MORE AT 2371 CR78, LABELLE, FL Labelle Auction Company (863)675-6400 Auctioneer: Mark C. Schoenwald, Certified Estate Specialist AB2171 AU2936 AB2171 ., "B "! BURIAL PLOTS (2)- In old. section of Evergreen Ceme- tery. $1100 for both. (954)340-4475. BLACK LAB MIX- large, male, vicinity of Hwy 70 West (863)697-2513. CD CASE- black, with CD's, found on Wolff Rd. Call (863)763-3134 to claim. FOUND female pitbull, vic. of Evans Rd., Call to identify (863)675-5872 Young Female Cat Recently Spayed. Okeetantie Area. Call to identify. (863)697-2265 BILLFOLDS (2) lost out of purse, medical papers, pre- scriptions, insurance cards, driver license. Very impor- tant, vic of Labelle Antique Shop. (863)675-2384 or (863)675-3990. LOST DOG Pit/Cur Mix blk w/ wht Vic of Dark Ham- mock Rd, Burman Rd & 441 (772)260-6567 Reward PIT/CUR MIX, 5yrs old, aprox 70lbs, missing on 6/4, vie of Old Fort Denaud, reward (863)675-2310 ADULT CATS 1 Blue Russian female w/ 7 toes, 1 blk Tom, good mouser, both free to good home. (863)763-8892 BOBTAIL KITTENS (2) Free to good homes. (863)467-2139 CUR, 7 yrs. & Red Nosed Pit- bull, 4 yrs. Neutered males. Great w/kids. Housebroken, updated shots. 863)447-0965 Free Kittens to good home. (863)675-1614 German Shepherd/Sharpei mix puppies, 1 male, 1 fe- male, weeks old, to good home. (863)675-4211 HOT TUB- you must move, (863)357-2494. PUPPIES: Free to good home. 8 wk. old. Large mixed breed. Males & Females. (863)674-0402 BEE SURE TO BEE THERE!! INDOOR FLEA MARKET 475 E. Cowboy Way- LaBelle Call (863)675-1446 for dona- tions, table rental or details. LaBELLE- Fri 6/17 & Sat 6/18 8am-? 551 Glades Ave. North of bridge off of 78. Large assortment of items, something for everyone. LaBelle, Sat. June 18th, 8am-12pm, 4035 Country Road 78. 1/2 mi from Ft. Danued Bridge. Everything Must Go! Sat., 6/18, 7:30am til ?, 597 Pinewood Dr., Brand Name Jeans & T-Shirts, ladies clothing, big size, TV, stereo, kit. appl's & lots more. Sat., 6/18, 7am til noon, 1760 Evans Rd., LaBelle, micro- wave, VCR, old postcards, antique tables, Lots of misc. (863)675-2006 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 LESSON. Saturday, 6/25. Experience the power! Diesel Semis, Heavy Equip- ment. Employers onsite, free hotdogs, fun for all. National Truck & Heavy Equipment Operator School. (800)488-7364. 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. Ben Hill Griffin Inc. Fertilizer Div. is seeking an Office Clerk Receptionist for the LaBelle office. Must be exp'd in filing, phones & light corn- puter work in Word & Excel. xc. benefits pkg. offered. Contact 863-635-2251 HR Dept. or hr@bhgriffln.com EOE/DFWP -SiNt I Roo Sand Construction, Inc. I FREE ESTIMATES Metal Roofs PeRRofs Rool Rep3rrs Pole Barns Vinyl Siding Sorfil S Fa,, S Office (863) 675-7045 I, ',, .... '" PLACE YOUR AD HERE EPEic :PT ROIp tD CALL DALE OR BARB AT 863-675-2541 FOR MORE INFORMATION HANI)YWAN GLASS & MIRROR CARPET CLEANING I, ,, I I,,, ,, .,I 0 ." SEVERE ANtoRSON EVERETT ANDERSON III .. 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L .. 1 r Si- tn k OFFICE 18(3) 675 8314 .'all Kelvn Tovwnqndi ell 4 4863) 673-3783 . all Jame- Phillip CelU (239) 825 4251 HUNTERS i TREE SERVICE I Tree Trimming & Removal *Stump Grinding Shaping & Topping 863-675-0403 Licensed and Insured READING A NEWSPAPER. . helps you understand the world around you. Carpenter Wanted must have tools & transportation, steady work. 1-800-345-0060 CFI HIRING RECENT STU- DENT GRADS! Starting $.26, increases to $.35 in 1 year. Class A CDL Required. Local ORIENTATION! (800)CFI- DRIVE (800-234-3748) or www.cfiddve.com. COURT RECORDS CONTRAC- TOR: Nationwide company seeks experienced Indepen- dent Contractors to collect and research public records in Florida courts. Laptop pre- ferred. Pay based on pro- duction. Fax resume to Kassie (866)322-8246 or Email: Kassie.Mill- e r@ c h o ic e p o in t.c o m : ..... Customer Service Rep for insurance agency. (863)674-0010 DATA ENTRY Work ON YOUR OWN. Flexible Hours! $$$Great Pay!$$$ Personal Computer required. (800)873-0345 ext #300. Delivery Maintenance Man to help at White's Furniture & Appliance. Apply in person at 1060 Hwy 29 South in LaBelle. DRAW BRIDGE OPERATOR PT, F/T. Drug Free Workplace Will train $7.50 p/h (239)229-4772 DUMP TRUCK DRIVERS Class B License Clean driving record (239)872-8411 Driver- 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). DRIVER NEEDED Class A Call (863)675-8600 En busca de un carpenter y ayudante. Llame a (863)675-8600 Full Time Front Office posi- tion available. Pleasant, mature personality needed. MUST have organizational, typing, computer and gener- al office skills. Background in health insurance billing, accounting, or collections helpful, but not necessary. Bilingual would be helpful. Send resume to PO Box 518-P LaBelle, 33975. HIGH SCHOOL EXCHANGE STUDENTS arriving August need Host Families. Has own insurance and spending money. Promotes World Peace! American Intercultu- ral Student Exchange. ,(800)SIBLING www.alse.com. LAB TECHNICIAN: Will train. Apply @ Casa Flora, 13140 Hartman Plant Rd., Palmdale, FL 33944. (863)675-0170 LOADER OPERATOR NEEDED MUST BE EXPERIENCED! (239)229-4896 HELP WANTED DIRECTOR OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT Applications are being accepted by the Hendry County BOCC. This is a highly responsible posi- tion coordinating and directing the development of programs that protect the public's health and safety from large-scale natural and technological hazards. Requirements are BS degree and four years of responsible experience in public safety or emergency management or comparable amount of experience. Applications can be ob- tained at sub-office in Clewiston & at Court- house in LaBelle. Deadline for submission is June 16, 2005 at 5:00 PM. Vet pref., drug free, EEO, applicants with disabilities needing assistance.contact HR. I Fj HeabCeaters DENTAL HYGIENIST Florida Licensed. Experience preferred. Please respond to: fmjobs@hcnetwork. org or in person to: 930 S. Main Street, LaBelle Fax: 239-278-3203 PO. Box 1357, Ft. Myers,FL 33902 EOE/DFWP CARPENTERS The Seminole Tribe of Florida Housing Dept. is now hiring Carpenters for Big Cypress & Brighton Reservations, 3-5 yrs. exp. in carpentry. HS Diploma/GED req. Valid FL Driver's license req. Resumes to galtman(@semtribe.com or fax to 954-967-3477. Application online @ www.seminoletribe,com. HR, 6300 Stirling Road, Hollywood, FL 33024 d 14 s; ,:":'t '- I. --..". I.* Caloosa Belle, Thursday, June 16, 2005 'I,!': I FJ k% .7 1RT300 ^^pfflNe Fct~fion s I IpeciaNoic 055 lnuctions GrWag.,/ Yardales^ 400, - LaBolle 851 S. Main St. 675486 " Pall spokcit ffo-v! I i .7. { Caloosa Belle, Thursday, June 16, 2005 Employmen FlTme^^^^I Looking for a career with a collUanyl you can grow with? Are you self motivated? Do you like meeting new people? Are you computer literate? If so, this could be the opportunity you have been looking for. Full and/or part time positions available. The Ca81osa Belle and Immokalee Bulletin are looking for bright, self- starters with computer skills and reliable transportation who are will- ing to learn newspaper advertising sales from the ground up. If you have what it takes, you ; could be the outside salesperson in these fast growing markets. Our company offers: a unique work environment potential for advancement competitive pay and benefits life and disability insurance 401 (K) plan generous time off program Email your resume to: jkasten@strato.net An equal opportunity employer Are you interested in what is happening in your community? Do you like to write? The Immokalee Bulletin looking motivator is always for: self- rs. self- starters with an out- going personality, computer skills and reliable transporta- tion. ,hy iot think about joining... uiuat the Immokalee Bulletin? Please call for more information (863) 675-2541 (239) 657-6000 IMMOKALEE BULLETIN I~P-ll MANAGEMENT Immediate restaurant management openings in Lake Placid, Moore Haven, LaBelle, Clewiston and Okeechobee. We are a franchise with 27 restaurants throughout South Florida and are hiring energetic, honest, and responsible individuals. We offer: -Excellent Salaries -Medical 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 I. . READING A NEWSPAPER,.. produds aWi sevces. %P~oleas you ttfhe h a. Fll Time Employment~r P/f Home Delivered Meal Driver Needed at La- Belle agency serving seniors. If you have a cheerful manner, valid FL license & clean driving record, H.S. diploma or GED, we want to talk to you. Great place to work, training provided-per- fect for moms of school-aged kids or active old- er adults. Stop by L.J. Nobles Senior Center, 475 E. Cowboy Way, 8-5, M-F to fill out an ap- plication. Home care workers needed to assist frail elderly in their own homes in Hendry & Glades Co. Must have CNA cert., H.S. diploma or GED, clean FL driver license. Background chks done on all new hires. We pay mileage, offer health and other benefits. Great place to work helping others. so come talk to us! F/T case aide posi- tion with full benefits available in our Clewiston office. On-call home delivered meal driver need- ed in Buckhead Ridge. Call the office nearest you for more info about job openings in your area. LaBelle: 675-1446, Clewiston: 963-7088, Moore Haven: 946-1821. We are an EOE. BUS DRIVER Full Time Position For Ronald McDonald Care Mobile. Must have current Class "B" CDL and clean driving record. Fax Resume with copy of drivers license to 239-658-3020 or call 239-503-0331 for application. -Uploymen Medca 0101^ HENDRY REGIONAL w MEDICAL CENTER Registered Nurses *Full ilmrne ed su,' 7a,'n pm :"pm rr. aFL RN Li. I \r eapenenrepr~. erre., ,'1l ,r.- an r nea r.r. ,Afu, h.e BLS5 3 0J'X) S,, 0,-, B.nus -Supcrr R.7' .or R la nsi ore.s al. V Li-en ,e u oi .ear I ,r e prener.a a-ea or 'eperr.-e LPN I & 1 -FL LPNV LZJ. & VCer Prooerrf f er, n TV Therap. req F.II Parr Time & Perdem Am iriin .4r&ylaoe .R. Staff Nurse *FL RPA Lc .4CLS PALS cerrned. C V 0 R dearedtut nd .r--t-.-n d Respiratory Therapist Per D.em. CRf c.r RR r preJred. wr, rhn-mnuTm c.._ (2 ..ear. e.penenrce r. adult amd eneeal parent ca.r BLS and AC LS re L required. -24 00 HR Pei Diem Pharmay Technician Apphlcana. 'n uld ha, e rog wfah & C ten. .rr t a.r . .grcurd E'p f r narale r- duj nr rair, f L .;i, exp n he hlarn.:are eld pre,'.'ep Fr, rmn., Te .h, Scheau/e re -=rc- -er-nd a.d r..'dja. .-A Full Time Patient Account Representative T7nree/,br ..fr4, *n ha.srftsa j. me Saral ;.,;7e -eCnnr.8 preerred' Ir be A.:: wl-d*cal/e 1 ,it-rd par, rel',bur.eiln,,tr. am ccpt : Pull Tune Certified Dietary Manager Idea.l an,dai.e a* ill a .eI -T trp Ceisrp i : r Cer,. Farial~i~anv iwnn ;arr.ra.-r. .nd qua).r\ ..Cin.r.: .lard7 d: req tday per'.rrn line cn.lung a',- a -', cseded Director of Quality Improvement Res-onsil,,rlter ll an.,de ,m-r ,r uirng .j. ,:rc.or..r.a,n" patienr are .e. ifrg ', opporrn.'"e; ar i.-,pr.-r.gt quasi'y ofcare oel. red t .,naintmain-rr t. rr,-,d,.,e i.1.pr.. e. men ., orur..:r,,n -,t he unalreain re. rea p., ran. Aphaan 5h.;uld ha.e teran' R i F. La:er.,e pnr.r Quaii"v .rlanagement expsrtnce, a .ea; e ..a cil etpr,. en:e anr.d hjra ieg. Of l.i ara Fede... regrulatin5 Larce.ae :ertrlcarnr, i.- RIJ:' ,l er, agmenr pe,' F.SStf*' -6 59 prei'fnvd t.'j n'r maiafiry Competitive Salary Excellert Benefirts CUlnicat Ladder Program Education Assistance Phone: 863-9023079 or Fax resume to: 863-983-0805 Drug Free Workplace EOE RN'S/LPN'S /MA'S Current openings in our JCAHO-accredited, multi-cultural, out-patient clinics include: * Pediatrics * Women's Health SHIV Clinic * Family Medicine We offer competitive pay, great benefits & the opportunity to be part of a recognized innovator among community health centers. New grads welcome --- we will train. Bi-Lingual Skills a.plus. Fax resume to 239-658-3088 or call Susan @ 239-658-3097 PEDIATRIC NURSE Needed for Care Mobile and Clinic work. Experience required and bi-lingual skills a plus. Excellent salary and benefit package. Call: 239-658-3037, fax resume to: 239-658-3078 or email @ jmimares@collier.org. LAW FIRM RECEPTIONIST Must be bilingual, computer literate, and people friendly. Starting 18K, opportunity for advancement, Contact 863-675-7111. *MOVIE EXTRAS* Earn $150-$300/Day All Looks/Types Needed. No ex- perience Necessary TV, Mu- sic Videos, Commercials, Film, Print. Call Toll Free 7 days! (800)260-3949 Ext 3023. P/T to F/T commercial clean- ing for new construction. Transportation Needed. Please call (239)910-0785 askforDonell Rough Carpentry Must have transportation. 863-675-7711. "SALES REPS*, SALES MANAGERS $7,000 per week is what our Top Sales People earn! Highly suc- cessful national co. expand- ing: Will train. Call Jay (800)685-8004. S/E & 3-State Run: T/T Driv- ers. HOME WEEKENDS. Mileage Pay, Benefits, 401K. Trainees Welcome/ Miami area- exp. req. 21 min age/Class-A CDL Cypress Truck Lines (800)545-1351. SE NECESITA CHOFER para dump truck. Junior Trucking 863-673-1591 or 674-4719 Wanted: Plumber/Plumbers Helper/Service Tech. Call for appointment (863)675-1155 Find itaster. Sell t sooner in the lassfleds -- ---- --------l STATEWIDE PALMS INC. ? 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HELP WANTED Earn Extra in- come assembling CD cases from any location. No Experience Necessary. (800)405-7619 ext 90 www.easywork-great- pay.com.(not valid in SD, D, WI orMD) Professional Vending Route and Equipment. Brand name products, all sizes. Financing available w/$7,500 Down. '(877)843-8726 (B02002-37). Profitable online business for sale. Home-based. Family owned 6 years online. Com- plete Internet marketing & site training included. $48K Call Richard after 2: (407)322-4242. $50,000 FREE CASH GRANTS*****- 2005! Nev- er Repay! For personal bills, school, new business. $49 BILLION Left unclaimed from 2004. Live Operators! (800)785-6360 Ext #75. IMMEDIATE CASH!!! US Pen- sion Funding pays cash-now for 8 years of your future pension payments. Call (800)586-1325 for a FREE, no-obligation estimate. www.uspensionfund- ing.com. Services Babysitting 405 Child Care Needed410 Child Care Offered415 Instruction 420 Services Offered 425 Insurance 430 Medical Services435 A m Aparment CHILDCARE AVAILABLE in my LaBelle Home Ages 18 mths. to 3 yrs. $50. Week $50 dep., Breakfast, Lunch & Snacks include. Hrs. 6:30am-5:30pm References Available. Call Ms. Debbie @ (863)675-4568. HOME OR OFFICE CLEANING Reasonable Prices Call Marsha or Brenda 863-675-2034 863-234-9744 COMPUTER SERVICE trouble shooting, set-up, up-grades, systems built, tutoring. Win.95, 98, 2000. ME, XR licensed. Call Gary 863-675-7925 When doing those chores is doing you in, its time to look for a helper in the classifieds. SALLY MAE DISC JOCKEY Music for all occasions: weddings, parties, quinceaneras.675-1625. I K IIWW i GONZALEZ LAWN/LANDSCAPING Also do handyman jobs (863)675-1166 (863)673-6388 DIVORCE$275-$350*COV- ERS children, etc. Only one signature required! *Ex- cludes govt. fees! Call week- days (800)462-2000, ext.600. (8am-7pm) Divorce Tech. Established 1977. ^^^^^^^^-a^ WE BUY ALUMINUM, ALL KINDS Copper & Brass. Closed Sunday. Call first 863-675-8760, 257-0879 -e Rmv Trmin LICENSED DAYCARE 6:30am-6:30pm Calhoun & Bryan St. (863)885-1497 ** ****** ** Higgin's Tree Service 25 years experience. Free estimates. Lic. &insured. Call 863-675-3955. READING A NEWSPAPER MAKES YOU A MORE INFORMED AND INTERESTING PERSON. i"m amr AM ponrt Merchandise Air Conditioners 505 Ant=e, 510 Appanes 515 Appliane arts 520 *Beauty Supplies 525 BiCcyces .- 530' M C asaig B5351 Building Materials540 Business Equipment 545 Carpets/Rugs 550 Children's Items 555 Chna, Glassuware Etc. 560 Clio 565 Coinestamps 570 Collectiblees 575 Computer/Video 580 Crafts/Supplies 585 Cruises 590 Drapes, Lins & Fabrics 595 Fireplace Fixture 600 Firewood 605 Furniture 610 Furs 615 Health & Reducing Equipment 620 Heating Equipment/ Supplies 625 Household Items 630 Jeailr 635 Lamps/Lghtst. 640 Lug gage 645 Medical Items 650 M scelaneous 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 Sawing Machines 700 Sporting Goods 705 Stereo Equipment 710 0BTelUv vsdi e l715 Tickets 720 Tools 725 Wanted to Buy 740 AIR CONDITIONER -'05 York 3.5 ton package unit w/ heat $1375 (954)309-8659 AIR CONDITIONER 20K BTU Reverse Cycle, window unit, $275 or best offer (863)674-0467. AIR CONDITIONER New, 21k BTU, electric $350 (863)357-8788 AIR CONDITIONERS (2) 5 Ton, For DW. Includes 6 yr. warrantee. Like brand new. $1200 (863)697-1894 AIR HANDLER, Trane, 2.5 ton, 220 volt, with heat, $150-. (863)675-5929 XP, 256 MB Ram, Monitor, Keyboard, Mouse & Lots of games $150 863-843-0158. I I I Employmetm Full ime 020 READING A NEWSPAPER... '*/, 15 I I _ mloyment lFnu Hll Tme 20 EapRlomen FullTmeBS 0205 I Amil ~ F.XU.~-~'~~' ll- ~ ~ '"" I C, CHINA CABINET- antique, asking $30. (863)675-4912. DRYER- apartment size, works nice, $100. (863)675-7694. ELECTRIC STOVE- GE, 3 top burners working, $15. (863)467-0987. MICROWAVE OVEN, excellent condition, $20. (863)675-2596 RANGE ( Roper) REFRIGERA- TOR (Frigidaire 17 cu63 ft ) white, $300 for both., (863)467-3645.. REFRIGERATOR- 19 cu. ft., Frostfree, asking $75. (863)675-0104. REFRIGERATOR, Whirlpool, Ig., beige, frost free, x-lg. freezer, exc. cond., $150. (863)675-2596 STOVE & HOOD FAN- Elec- tric,Brand new. Never used. $250. (863)763-7950 STOVE, Electric, Stainless Steel. $50. (863)697-6464 STOVE, Gas, Frigidaire. White. $400 or best offer. (863)357-3639 WASHER & DRYER- Ken- more, matching set, excel- lent condition, $220 for both (863)675-5089. WASHER & DRYER- Ken- more, white, both work well. $100 (321)593-2739. WASHING MACHINE Kelvinator, old but works very well. $25 (863)467-2557 MAGAZINES- 1 box of assort- ed titles. $50 for all. (863)467-0987. BUILDING SALE! "Rock Bot- tom Prices!" 20x30 Now $290.0. 30x40 $5170. 40x50 $8380. 40x60 $10,700. 50x100 $15,244. Others. Ends/accessories optional. "Priced to Sell!" Pioneer (800)668-5422. Steel Arch Buildings! Genuine SteelMaster Buildings, factory direct at HUGE Sav- ings! 20x24, 30x60, 35x50. Perfect Garage/Work- shop/Barn. Call (800)341-7007. www.Steel- MasterUSA.com. FLOOR TILE includes tile cutter, 50pcs, 12x12, light grey $60 (863)467-2112 GARAGE DOOR- 16x8, good condilion, $250, (863146?7-177. METAL ROOFING SAVE $$$ Bu .u DIrGI From Manufactur- er 20 coirs in stock with all Accessories. Quick turn around' Delivery Available Toll Free 888)393-0335. ROCK: Up to 3". Pa3JIs well on drive areas. i.1-i4ioad or $8/yard loaded on your truck. Caloosa Shores on CR-78. 1239);28-5481 SLIDING PATIO DOORS (2) 4'..7. lined glass, $100 for boin 1239)246-3549 STEEL BUILDING- 30'x40' Henlage Bought it, Now it's noi needed $6000 763-4149,561-758-4337 VINYL SIDING- 1 full box, covers 200 sq ft, color is Sunny Maize, $100 or best orer. (8631635-0433. BABY ITEMS boys clothes, oys, l too many to mention S100 Ior an or will separate 1863)357 2863 TEDDY BEAR LARGE Ligni brown w/ red heart says S i love you" Perfect condition $2018631763-8149 ROSENTHAL- 8pl setting, Made in Germany, wheat de- sign gold trim, 50 yrs old, never used $400 (1863)357-2233. A COLLECTORS FIND!! Polished, like new Farberware set w/ percolator (works!) $45 (863)763-8149 ELVIS RECORD & SOUVENIR COLLECTION: Approx. 44 yrs. old. Rare items. $2500 all. 863)824-3358 FOOTBALL, BASKETBALL & BASEBALL CARD COLLECTION: $1500 for all. Call (863)763-8943 RUBY RED STEM WARE- as- sorted sizes, asking $50. (863)467-8050. DELL COMPUTER- Windows koua- ZZ ul j (863)441-4722 I HAND PUMP- $80, water w/o electric, complete w/steel fit- ting & brass valves to install. (863)467-4389 mornings. KEY MACHINE w/ blank keys, priced rea- sonably at $400 (863)674-0296 Run your ad STATEWIDE!!! For only $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. "TEXAS DEER HUNTS" Running Wild Ranch www.runningwildhunts.com (325)624-5479 PIANO, Gul Bransen, real ivory keys, perfect tuning, $600 or best offer (863)467-6693 or (863)634-1636 BABY CHINCHILLA- gray, 12 weeks old, $75. (863)357-6825. BABY PET SHEEP. $75. (863)843-2495 BULLDOG PUP- Male, nopa- pers. $200. (863)634-7108 BUNNIES & Exotic Fainting Goats. Bottle Feed & Dehomed. (863)673-0861/673-0476 CHOCOLATE LAB, Female, 1 year old w/papers. $250 or est offer. (863)675-0325 COMMERCIAL KILN & Pour- ing table. $550 for all, will sep. (863)467-8177 ANTIQUE COUCH circa late 1800's, needs some work $150(772)418-0018 BOXSPRING & MATTRESS Very Good Condition $50 (863)675-0969 COFFEE TABLE, 2-End tables & Sofa table, chrome & brass w/glass tops. $300./all. (863)674-0467. DAYBED- Cherry Sleigh bed style, $300 or best offer. (863)634-4200. DESK, Wooden. Great for computer. $40 (863)697-64646 DINING ROOM CHAIRS (4) Light oak, good condition $75 (863)675-8760 DINING ROOM SET Table w/ four matching chairs. Good cond. $225 (863)467-6550 ENTERTAINMENT CENTER 6' long, light oak color, $85 (863)357-2863 HIGH BACK Wicker Chairs, (3) Good condition, $36 will sell separately. (863)467-5477. LR SUITE- used, fair condi- tion, color pattern, $100. (863)675-4912. MATTRESS- California King size, good condition, paid $800 asking $100 (863)675-0104 SOFA, Chair, Coffee Table & glass top table, $250. (863)635-4478 SOFA, SLEEPER SOFA, LOVE- SEAT, blue, good condition, all for $275. (863)675-0998. TABLE & 4 CHAIRS- antique style, pecan, nice condition, $100(863)357-4532. WATERBED- King Size, mo- tion free, mattress, liner and heater. $50. (863)357-4463. GOLF CART EZ GO, 2000 $1800 (863)763-7252 GOLF CART, Electric, 4 Seater w/box bed. Work or Pleas- ure. 36 V charger. $950. (863)697-2033 -a ROOF CARRIER: For Luggage. Hard. 15 cu. ft. Good condi- tion. $75 (863)610-0732 HOSPITAL BED- Invacare, electric, new matt, plus air matt w/pump incld. $900 neg. (863)655-3436. WHEEL CHAIR LIFT, dual mo- tors for vans, like new, ask- ing $1500. (863)357-8788 :Miscellaneous0655:i I I AFFORDABLE HEALTH BENE- FITS From $89.95 A Month Entire Family! Including Doc- tor, Hospital, Vision, Rx. Anyone Accepted! Call Now! Toll Free! 24 Hours! (866)697-3739. I CUSTOM STEEL Rim... nil.., I Employment Medical "I'l Caloosa Belle, Thursday, June 16,2005 ;HIHUAHUA, Shots, Vet Chk'd, Health Cert. M-$240, F-$300, Toy-$350. Barb. (863)675-2541/675-3729 ;OCKATIEL'S- for sale, $50 (863)357-6825 DWARF RABBITS (6) $15 & up (863)610-0843 after 5 p EXOTIC FAINTING GOAT- $150. Call evenings, (863)675-4098. 3ERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS- AKC reg., 5-males, Ready June 9th $325. Cash only. (863)357-3026 JACK RUSSELL (f) for breed- ing, SIBERIAN HUSKY (m) asking $250 for both will sell sep. (863)357-2494. PARROLET, 1 year old female, Banded. $100. (863)357-0476 SIBERIAN HUSKY, Solid Nhite (F), 1 yr. old & Black & Nhite (M) 3 yrs. old. $500 )oth, will sep. 863)610-9812 3ATHTUB & SINK :rom travel trailer $20 for both :863)675-8760 PORT-A-POTTY lew in box never been used pd $80 sell for $50 :863)675-4361 after 5pm POOL, Above Ground, 16x32 Ft., Oval. Includes staircase, pump, filter & all accesso- ries. $500 (863)675-7321 SPA, Portable, Jade, Seats 5. $1800. (863)983-2234 after 6pm. SEW MACH TABLE- portable, 1 drawer, legs can be re- moved for transporting, 24x8 walnut $75 (863)467-7404. GENERATOR- Coleman, 5000 watt, 10 HP, new in box, wheel,kit included. $600. (863)763-0944. 3ENERATOR: Small. $500 or best offer. (863)357-3388 PAINT SPRAYER, SPX Graco, Hose & Gun. Used once. Cleaned w/preservatives. $700 (863)763-2692 VIINI CHOPPER- Excellent condition. 6 mo. old $500. Firm.(863)697-1702 863-467-4041 LAND FILL WANTED: LaBelle Area: (863)674,0898 WANTED: FL ART A.E. Backus, H. Newton, Highwaymen Art. .(772)562-5567 Agriculture Christmas Trees 745 Farm Equipment 805 Farm Feed/Products 810 Farm Miscellaneous 815 Farm Produce 820 Farm Services Offered 825 Farm Supplies/ Services Wanted 830 Fertilizer 835 Horses 840 Landscaping Supplies 845 Lawn & Garden 850 Livestock 855 Poultry/Supplies 860 Seeds/Plants/ Flowers 865 rRACTOR, 3430 w/Bush Hog, Mint Condition. $7500 or best offer. (863)673-3790 CHICKEN COOPS (4) 10X10, all pressure treated, $3500 value will sell $1200 you move,. (863)467-5906 IMilr I OKRA (863)675-2006 REGISTERED HORSE SALE Saturday, June 25th Okeechobee Agri-Civic Center 11:00 am @ Tack 1:00 pm @ Horses. Consignments Welcome 478-627-2727 or 850-532-9229 SLN#2120 SPOTTED WALKER FILLIE 2 '/2 yrs old, green broke, very sweet, $1500. (863)843-2495. THOROUGHBRED GELDING- 11 yr old, black w/ white face; papers, $1800. (863)467-9212, Lw &. BUSH ALL 5' Brand New $400 (863)801-1666 FINISH MOWER, 6 ft., like new, used one season, $ 9 0 0 (863)675-1914/673-1846 FLY MOW LAWN MOWER, Good condition. $75 (863)675-8168 LAWN TRACTOR/SWEEPER- STX38 John Deere, needs new belts & pulleys, $300.- (863)357-4532. RIDING MOWER- John Deere 180 & Husky mower. $600. ea. (863)763-4149 or 561-758-4337 " RIDING MOWER-MTD Garden Tractor, 18h/p B&S .engine , 46" cut, gd tires, needs trans axle $160 (863)697-9704 ROTO TILLER- Yard Man, rear tine, like new, $500 or best offer (863)697-9704 SCREEN ROOM- w/insulated roof, 12x26, $500 you must remove. (772)486-1914. Okeechobee Livestock Market Sales every Mon. 12pm & every Tues.11am.763-3127 SADDLE- McCellan Repro- duction, almost new cond., w/bridle & blanket, asking $200. (863)675-4098. Rentals Apartments 905 Business Places 910 Commercial Property 915 Condos/ Ibwnhouses Rent920 Farm Property - Rent 9285 House Rent 930 Land Rent 935 Resort Property - Rent 945 Roommate 950 Rooms to Rent 955 Storage Space - Rent 960 LABELLE- Huge unfurn, effi- ciency apt., on River, in Ft Denaud. Pool, laundry, dock; utilities incid, $650/mo. Avail July 1. (863)674-0281 OFFICE, WAREHOUSE RETAIL UNITS AVAILABLE 1250 sq. ft. 2500 sq. ft., or 3750 sq. ft., Units. New Building, Highway 80, Four Lane Frontage, Alva Address, Zoned C-2, Call Mike at 863-885-1292 Fax: 863-612-1392 CITRUS GROVE FOR LEASE 11/4 Acre, Fort Denaud Call for more information. .(239)992-2904. iiou Rent 0930 LaBelle- 4br, 2ba, w/ den /2 acre lot w/ swimming pool $1050 mow/1st & security. (863)675-0104 Houses & Mobile Homes, 2 & 3 BR, Lazy T Ranch. No dogs. (863)675-1614 (ella grant 4BR 2BA S608/MO Annual Income To Qualify 284 Bryan Avenue LaBelle, FL 33935 (863)675-5859 Fax: (863)675-5793 Port LaBelle, 2BR, 1.5BA, single family house, w/gar- age, $750 mo. plus sec. dep. 863-634-2975. Sportsmans Paradise Yearly Memberships. Hunting, fish- ing, lodging and meals con- veniently located in White Springs, Florida. Sign up be- fore rates increase. For in- formation call: (800)655-6661. LABELLE- 1/2 acre with beau- tiful river view. Build your dream home on this prime location, with a gorgeous view of the Caloosahatchee River and waterfront park. Corner 4 lots, on CR 78, and Avalon Ave reaching to Mag- nolia Ave. $155,000. (863)517-0977. LaBelle (3 mis. south) 2'acres, on paved road, all - utilities. No Trailers or Brokers. $95,000 (954)522-0552 Looking for a place to hang your hat? Look no further than the classified. Advertise your business in Call A Pro For only $10 a week Call Barb or Dale at (863) 675-2541 To learn more! A A A A A A Shoreside Realty & Mortgage, Inc. 1H, Li 'i, I., r ,'li . 863-674-0101 Alva/l eHigh Acres area. I acre wooded homesite. A great area to build vour dream home. Call Mike for more info., NiEi Ft M_i_-rr~ s ae. 10 acres with 2 large pole barns with stalls and lofts. Also 2 A/C offices. Large pond with floating dock and slide. A great place to raise a family. Call for more info Letigh Area. 2/1 with den. Nice landscaping, located in a growing area. Will not last long at $169,000. Ju-l io.i Ih,' mi rLkrl in Leligh. A very nice pool home. Total sq. ft. 3,528. This home features a heated pool for year round use. 3BR/2BA with den or a ianhl\ room. A great aimslb home or retirement home. Call Mike for info. Priced to sell at $279,900. Fort LaBelle- 6 Br, 3 Full BA 14 Rm Derraces, Jacuzzi Rm & Jacuzzi Oar port over 3000 sq' 4019 Bishop Cir 904-739-7681 Hm 904-232-3997 Wk HOME & LAND, Appraised @ $85,000. Selling for $86,000. Keller Williams, World Class Realtors. (239)839-9368 IN THE COUNTRY Yet...Close to Townll Spacious 2BR/2Bath.. Oversized garage, huge lanai, fenced yard. Choose yourflooring colors!!! Ready to move in, won't last. $169,900. (863)675-0779 (Owner/Realtor) LABELLE- 3br, 2ba, Family Room, on corner lot, large oak trees, 1 acre of land, 2 garage carports, 2 sheds, screened porch, 1046 No- bles Rd. Ser. Irnq. Only! (863)675-1172. for appt. LABELLE NEWHOME BUYERS Finish Off That Purchase Right Visit us at Whites Furniture & Appliances 1060 Highway 20 South LaBelle (713)675-0717. LABELLE, Very Nice Area, Beautiful 3BR w/hard flrs. 1 BA w/surrounding tile firs. Kit., D/R, Carport w/laundry rm. Beautiful Old Oaks, Palm, Citrus. About 1/2 acre. $179,900. By Owner. (863)675-8038. IC r r Got Land? Established animal sanctuary needs new loca- tion. 5 acres or more. 813-748-2923 Mobile Homes Warehouse/Office Space 2500 Sq. Ft., $1500 mo. WareHouse 1250 Sq Ft.$750 mo 1st, last & security 863-675-1032 Shop here first The classified ads ROOMMATES WANTED: Male or Female, No children, Pets neg. $450 mo. + util. (863)228-3887 LaBelle FORT KNOX SELF STORAGE New Ig. units avail., air conditioned & non-air, each unit alarmed, area fenced & well lighted, space for boats, trailers, RV & trucks. Manager on- site, 1025 Commerce Dr., LaBelle. 863-675-1025. LABELLE RENT-A-SPACE -- Cowboy Way & Kennedy Blvd. 5'x10' $32.10 mo. incl. tax. 8'x10' $42.80 mo. incl. tax. 10"x10' $48.15 mo.incl. tax 8'x20'20' $72.75 mo: incl. tax 24 hr access $25 returnable key deposit. 863-675-2392. Real Estate Business Places " Sale 1005 Commercial Property-Sale 1010 Condos/ Townhouses Sale1015 Farms Sale 1020 Houses Sale 1025 Hunting Property 1030 Investment Property Sale 1035 Land Sale 1040 Lots Sale 1045 Open House 1050 Out of State - Property Sale 1055 ePoperty lnspeotion106 /eal 'ElB Wanted 1065 flesort Property - Sale 1070 Warehouse Space 1075 Waterfront Property 1080 :Farm -Sal 120 FIBERGLASS STAIRS- New, for mobile home, 5 risers, $250. (863)467-0506.. LABELLE, 1-BR 1-BA, Furn or non-furn $550 mo. Water & trash incl. 1st mo. + dep. req. (863)675-2331 WHISPER CREEK- 1br, iba, furnished, $575/mo, 1st & last, Avail Now (863)675-4239. Sale202 AIRSTRIP on Missouri Ozark Mountain Top. 110acres/homes/hangars. 1 Million, Sell/Trade for Florida Waterfront Property. (863)674-0898 BEAUTIFUL NORTH CAROLI- NA. MUST SEE THE BEAUTI- FUL PEACEFUL MOUNTAINS OF WESTERN NC MOUN- TAINS. Homes, Cabins, Acreage & Investments. Cherokee Mountain Realty GMAC Real Estate, Murphy www.cherokeemountainreal- ty.com Call for Free Bro- chure (800)841-5868. East Alabama Mountain Prop- erty For Sale One hour west' of Atlanta in Piedmont, AL Great for enjoyment or in- v e s t m e n t 15-acres-$54,250.00 512-a cres-$1,485,000.00 More information Call.- Gary McCurdy (256)239-8001. Grand Opening! Lakefront Acreage from $69,900. Spectacular new waterfront community on one of the largest & cleanest mountain lakes in America! Large, es- tate-size parcels, gentle slope to water, gorgeous woods, panoramic views. Paved roads, county water, utilities. Low-financing. Call now (800)564-5092 x 198. LAKEFRONT BARGAINS Start- ing at $89,900. Gorgeous lakefront parcels. Gently sloping, pristine shoreline,. spectacular views. Across" from national forest on 35,000 acre recreational lake in East Tenn. Paved roads, underground utilities, central water, sewer, Excel- lent financing. Call now (800)704-3145 ext 617; unset Bay, LLC. Montana River Frontage, Log Home, Guest House, Horse Barn, +/- 4941 acres. Witt & Associates Realty, Box 1273, Bozeman MT, Russell Pedersoh, Agent. (406)485-2399 www.Mon- tanaLandAuctions.com. NORTH CAROLINA MOUN- TAINSI Spring is blooming and is beautiful! A wonderful time to look for real estate. See Photos: www.North- CarolinaMountainRealty.com or call (800)293-1998. Free Brochure. Tennessee Lake Property from $24,900! 6-1/2 Acre lot $59,900. 27 Acre Lake Estate $124,900. Lake Par- cel and Cabin Package Available $64,900. (866)770-5263 ext 8 for de- tails. WESTERN NC MOUNTAINS North Carolina Where there is: Cool Mountain Air, Views & Stream, Homes, Cabins & Acreage. CALL FOR FREE BROCHURE OF MOUNTAIN PROPERTY SALES. (800)642-5333. Re- alty Of Murphy 317 Peach- tree St. Murphy, N.C. 28906. www.realtyofmurphy.com. Grab a bargain fron your neighbor's garage, attic, basement or closet in Today's classified. 14'V HULL BOAT Aluminum, w/trailer.$350 (863)675-6652 15' FIBERGLASS BOAT W/trailer, vinyl top & 35 h/p Evinrude motor. $1000 S(863)675-6652 AIR BOAT 125 LYCOMING'05 Brand new prop but needs starter. $2500 (863)634-8023 ask for John AIR BOAT- Aluminum, 15ft, small block Chevy, good prop, runs good, trailer. $2500 (863)763-4643. AIR BOAT- small, 75HP Frank- lin Aircraft engine, 5' prop, needs tune-up, Must sell $850 (863)675-0254. BAJASIDEWINDER'98 20', 350 V8, Alpha 11/0, only 141 hours, $15,900 (863)612-0046 LaBelle BOAT TRAILER, 14 Ft. Galva- nized. Good shape. $200. 863-674-1105. 675 4550 10 acres with approx. 600 ft. on Hwy 80W less than 1 mile from city limits. $2,000,000. 3B/2B w/office & fire Ifl1Manv 4.5 acres. $499,000. 3B/2B wLho-sebarn, fenc ilM cross fAe"ML9a es.. $149,900. 8 re city Rodney Murray lic. Real Estate Broker Assoc: Selh Howard SEA KAYAK, '98 Perception Eclipse, paddle, $700. (863)697-3004. lwame Rr 301 CAMPER TRAILER, 32 Ft. Good condition. $1000 or best offer. (863)763-8261 COACHMAN 5TH WHEEL RV, '93- 27', excellent cond, $5000. (863)697-2180. M/H CAR TOWING HITCH- Honda; '2000 $100. (863)675-8168 TERRY FLEETWOOD- '81, 30', sleeps 6, Fair condition -$1800. 772-287-3602 or 772-486-1914 Marine1 Acessr ies 3020^ TROLLING MOTORS (2) ASK- ING $75 for both. (321)593-2739. BOAT & TRAILER Galvanized rocket boat trailer w/home made boat. $i50 (863)763-3822 Harley Davidson 1200 Sportster, '97, new tires, 12k mi., never reg. in Fla. Call Don bet. 5-8. (561)992-9491 HONDA SHADOW ACE 1995, 1100 cc's, 13K mls. Blue & White. Excellent condition. $4000 neg. 239-728-3283 MOTORCYCLE ENDORSE- MENT TESTING- Now in La Belle For appointment call 239-495-5749 ATV 400 Polaris Excellent shape $2500 (863)801-1666 BOMBADEER DS650 Baja, '03, very few hrs., $4500. (863)675-0939 Honda S185, '83, $1500. (863)675-3121 YAMAHA 350, '86, blue, new tires, good condition, $1100 or best offer (863)673-8741 Automobiles PT I IT I - l Atitomob le CADILLAC ELDOADO'79 Blarritz, 350 V8; only 78K mi, $3,900 (863)612-0046 -ubli mNolck . MUSE AREA '- '02 DWMH wide, 5br, 2ba, 2000 sq. ft., on .48 acres, nicely land- scaped, $140,000 (863)675-4912 Ive message Recreation 300III III *P~ The Complete Liquidation of DLC Corp. SAT.-INE 25. -1030 AM Evensville,TN All Items except 7 sel ABSOLUIFI *Tractors Trailers Heavy Equipment Logging Equipment SFarm Implements Complete Machine Shop w/ Tools & Equip. 701*ACRE FARM (sels wli reasrven *I f Tracts: 5 to 300 Ac. 400 Ac. of Tillable Land Former Commercial Vegetable Farm Beautiful Views Great HomeSites 2 Ponds 12 Mile Paved Roads *30,000 SF Warehouse ...... .....- 22, --HUDSON 67a 22786 -.a-- Call800-41h400 -e. PotsPlt an6it fAl tm wwwhuso .il I ll ,ffSi I| l;l a mU .lt Ficu T 'ruc I HONDA CIVIC, '04- low miles, call for details, (863)983-7415. PONTIAC- BONNEVILLE 92 Auto, Cold A/C, Good trans- portation/gd tires $3000 863- 467-6577/357-1426. SATURN WAGON 1993, 4 cyl., Auto., PW, A/C, Looks & Runs great. $1500 or best offer. (772)461-2629 TOYOTA TERCEL 1983, 4 cyl. Gas saver. Very clean car. $900 or best offer. (863)675-2598 Lv. msg Wanted DEAD OR ALIVE! Cars, Trucks & Vats. Cash paid for some. 7 days per week. Call (863)673-3642. *********;*********** OLDSMOBILE TORONADO'85 Totally rebuilt, new tires, low miles. Runs great! $6500 or good offer. (863)824-0884 FORD EXPLORER SPORT'97, 4X4, Loaded, 2 Dr., Needs motor work. $2500 (863)634-4104 JEEP Grand Wagoneer- '84, Camo paint job runs & looks good $2500c (863)673-0920. CLUB CAR GOLF CART w/charger, $600. (863)467-1518. GOLF CAR- 3 Wheel, recondi- tioned, smooth riding, $750. (863)612-1648. Golf Carts, Gas or Electric Buy and Sell Call (863)824-0878 Camper Shell, aluminum, for short bed, full sz. pickup, $350. (863)634-2975 HITCH, Reese, 5th Wheel, Easy Slide w/mounting rails. $250. (772)285-8405 TIRE, Brand New Michelin & Ford Wheel. $85 (863)674-1105 TRUCK CAP, Leer, High Top, Fits full size Chevy. Pd. $1300, Asking $300. (302)264-1301 TURBO HYDROMATIC TRANS Installation avail. $250 or best offer (863)467-8856 WHEELS (3) Alloy, Factory, 8 Lug w/chrome center caps. Fit '99+up. Ford F250 or 350.$200 (863)674-0481 CHEVY Z71- '94, 1/2 Ton, 4x4 Ext cab 350, auto, $2500. (863)412-2504 DODGE 250 RAM 1981: 318 engine, 130K. Has electrical short. $500 (863)763-5392 FORD 1986, 308, V8, 4x4,. manual shift. $1500 (863)763-5392 FORD F150 P/U 1989, Needs motor. '$1200 (863)634-4104 GMC 15 PU, '88- red, runs good, $1500. neg. (863)763-1751. TOYOTA PU,a'87- drk. blue, 5 spd, w/fibergalss canopy, $1000, (863)697-3004. CHEVY S-10 1992, Good con- dition, needs repair. $2000 Call Jewel @ (863)751-1358 FORD BRONCO'86 Full size, 4x4 $600 ask for Michael (863)967-6632 HUNTING PACKAGE $8500 Jeep '88, Cobra trir, tripod, 2 htrs, 2 tree stands, climber. Call Natalia (954)304-4915 ISUZU TROOPER'91 V-6, A/C, good condition, runs good $1000 or best offer (239)657-4348 I I i .zM UTILITY TRAILER w/ running boards & tires $150 (863)675-0969 CHEVY VAN, '89- w/windows, asking, beige w/ brown stipe, runs good, $2500 neg.. (863)763-1751. FORD AEROSTAR VAN, '92- runs well, good shape, $1500. (863)467-6423. - FORD HAND CAPPED 1993, Fully equipped. After 8pm call (863)357-3534 $3800. PLYM. VOYAGER 1988, Good engine, no rust, good tires, power steering leaks. $795 neg. (863)612-0111 PLYM VOYAGER, '87- V6, AC/PS/CD, new tires, hitch,- runs great, low miles, $1500 (863)763-6205. Public Notices 150mA0 NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE 1983 used American 35 ft travel trailer, -with attached screen room, Vin: 7BA02S4D1352275, located at Aqua Isles Mobile Home & RV Park, 900 Aqua Isles Blvd., LaBelle, FL. Sale set for 06/27/2005 at 10:00 AM, by bid only, which must be received by 06126/2005. In addition to the selling price, there is an outstanding debt in hack rent due Aqua Isles in the amount of $2,459.50. The RV must be removed from Aqua Isles at buyers expense. Shown by appoinnment only. Contact Dewie Black at 863-675-0205. 61452 CB 6/16,23/05 Terms Continued From Page 12 E EASTERLY WAVE: An inverted, migratory wave-like disturbance or trough in the tropical region that moves from east to west, generally creating only a shift in winds and rain. The low-level convergence and associated convective weather occur on the eastern side of the wave axis. Normally, it moves slower than the atmospheric current in which it is embedded and is consid- ered a weak trough of low pressure. It is often associated with possible tropical cyclone development and is also known as a tropical wave. EASTERN NORTH PACIFIC BASIN:' The region north of the Equator east of 140W. The National Hurricane Center in Miami, FL is responsible for tracking tropical cyclones in this region. - EL NI,,O: A warming of the Pacific Ocean currents along the coasts of Peru and Ecuador near the Equator that is generally associated with dramatic changes or a shift in the weather patterns of the region. A major El Ni-o event generally occurs every 3 to 7 years and is associated with changes in the weather patterns worldwide includ- ing hurricane. EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM (EAS): A system designed to permit government officials to issue up-to- date and continuous emergency information and instructions to the public in case-of a threatened or actual emergency. It is replacing the Emergency Broadcast System. EMERGENCY PUBLIC INFORMA- TION: Information disseminated pri- marily, but not unconditionally, at the time of an emergency frequently includes actions,- instructions and direct orders. EMERGENCY PUBLIC SHELTER: Generally a public school or other such structure designated by county or city officials as a place of refuge. A volunteer group such as the Amer- ican Red Cross or Salvation Army usually manages a shelter. EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CEN- TER (EOC): A State, county, or city emergency facility that serves as a central location for the coordination and control of all emergency pre- paredness and response disaster activities. EQUATOR: The geographic circle at 0 degrees latitude on the earth's surface. It is equal distance from the North and South Poles and divides the Northern Hemisphere from the Southern. EVACUATION TIME: The lead-time that a populated coastal area must have to safely relocates all residents of vulnerable areas from an approaching hurricane, This time can also be perceived as the neces- sary amount of time between the local official evacuation order and the arrival of sustained gale force winds (40 mph) and/or flooding. EXPLOSIVE DEEPENING: A decrease in the minimum sea-level 'pressure of a tropical cyclone of 2.5 mb/hr for at least 12 hours or 5 mb/hr for at least six hours. EXTENT OF EVACUATION: The identification of vulnerable people who must evacuate based on esti- mated damage and/or homes sus- ceptible to hurricane force winds. EXTRATROPICAL: A term used in advisories and tropical summaries to indicate that a cyclone has lost its "tropical" characteristics. The term implies both poldWard displacement of the cyclone and the conversion of the cyclone's primary energy source from the release of latent heat of condensation to baroclinic (the tem- perature contrast between warm and cold air masses) processes. It is important to note that cycl6nes can become extratropical and still retain winds of hurricane or tropical storm force. EXTRATROPICAL CYCLONE: A cyclone in the middle and high lati- tudes often being 2000 kilometers in diameter and usually containing a cold front that extends toward the equator for hundreds of kilometers. These cyclones forms outside the tropics, the center of storm is colder than the surrounding air, have fronts and the strongest winds in the upper atmosphere. EYE: The center of a tropical storm or hurricane characterized by a roughly circular area of light winds and rain-free skies and the lowest pressure. An eye will usually devel- op when the maximum sustained wind speeds exceed 78 mph. It can range in size from as small as 5 miles to up to 60 miles (20-50 km) but the average size is 20 miles. In general, when the eye begins to shrink in size, the storm is intensify- ing. EYE WALL: An organized band of convection surrounding the eye, or center, of a tropical cyclone. It con- tains cumulonimbus clouds, sever- est thunderstorms, heaviest precipi- tation and strongest winds. F FEEDER BANDS: In tropical parl- ance, the lines or bands of thunder- storms that spiral into and around the center of a tropical system. Also known as outer convective bands, a typical hurricane may have three or more of these bands. They occur in advance of the main rain shield and are usually 40 to 80 miles apart. In thunderstorm development, they are the lines or bands of low-level clouds that move or feed into the updraft region of a thunderstorm. FILLING: Used in describing the his- tory of a low-pressure system or an area of cyclonic circulation, it means an increase in the central pressure of the system. Although it usually describes the action of a pressure system on a constant pressure chart, it also means a surface low is decreasing in cyclonic circulation and losing its characteristics. The opposite of deepening. FLOODING: A general and tempo- rary condition of 1) partial or com- plete inundation of normally dry land areas from the overflow of inland or tidal water or rapid accumulation or. runoff of surface waters from any source. FLOOD PLAIN: Any land area sus- ceptible to being inundated by water from any source. Normally the regu- latory flood plain is characterized by the 100-year meaning there is a 1% chance of flooding per year. The flood plain is often referred to as flood prone areas. FLOOD STAGE: The level of a river or stream where overflow onto sur- rounding areas can occur. FLOOD WARNING: The expected severity of flooding (minor, moder- ate or major) as well as where and when the flooding will begin. FORECAST: A statement of expect- ed future occurrences. Weather forecasting includes the use of objective models based on certain atmospheric parameters, along with the skill and experience of a meteor- ologist. Also called a prediction. FORWARD SPEED: The rate of movement (propagation) of the hur- ricane eye in miles per hour or knots FRONT: The boundary between two dissimilar air masses. FUJIWHARA EFFECT: A binary interaction where tropical cyclones within a certain distance (300-750 nautical miles depending on the, sizes of the cyclones) of each other begin to rotate about a common midpoint. G GALE WARNING: A warning of 1- minute sustained surface winds in the range 39 to 54 mph (34 to 47 knots) inclusive, either predicted or occurring not directly associated with tropical cyclones. GEOSTATIONARY OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL SATELLITES (GOES): Family of NWS weather satellites, which orbit 22,300 miles above the earth and maintain a velocity that allows it to remain over a fixed place above the equator. Images are available to forecasters every 30 minutes. GREENWICH MEAN TIME (GMT): The name of the twenty-four hour time scale that is used throughout the scientific and military communi- ties. Standard Time begins at Greenwich, England, which is the Prime Meridian of Longitude. The globe is divided into twenty-four (24) time zones of 15 degrees of arc, 'or one hour in time apart. To the east of this meridian, time zones are num- bered 1 to 12 and prefixed with a minus (-), while to the west, the time zones are also numbered 1 through 12 but prefixed with a plus (+). Other names for this time measurement are Universal Time Coordinate (UTC) and Zulu (Z). Watch the Caloosa Belle for more hurricane terms. .J 16 INVITATIONTO BID Notice is hereby given that the District School Board of Hendry County, Florida, will receive bids until 3:00 p.m. on June 21,2005 atthe Hendry County School Board's Finance Office, at which time they will be opened and tabulated. ProjectTitle: Central Elementary School Restroom Renovation Proect- 2005 Project Location: Central Elementary School 1000 South Deane Duff Avenue Clewiston, FL 33440 Name of Owner: Hendry County School Board 25 E. Hickpochee Ave. LaBelle, FL 33935 Project Scope: Furnish all labor and materials required to complete the renovations of the designated restrooms at CentralElementary School Site Examination: The site may be examined by contacting the School Principal, Ms. Anna Jo Springfield at 863- 983-1550 and scheduling the time of a site visit. Place for Receipt of Bids: All bids shall be delivered to: Hendry County School Board's Finance & Purchasing Office, 111 Curry Street, LaBelle, FL, or mailed to: Hendry County School Board's Finance.& Purchasing Office, PO. Box 1980, LaBelle, FL 33975. Obtaining Bid Documents: Bidders may obtain documents, including com- plete drawing and specifications, by contacting the office of Jay Ammon Architect, Inc., 3246 Lakeview Oaks Drive, Longwood, Florida, 32779 telephone number (407)333-1977. All requests for plans and specifications must be accompan- ied by a refundable deposit of $50.00 per set, with checks payable to Jay Ammon Architect, Inc. All bids must be enclosed in a sealed envelope plainly marked on the outside "Cen- tral Elementary School Restroom Renovation Project 2005. Bid Date: 6/21/05, 3:00 p.m." The School Board of Hendry County reserves the right to reject any and all bids received, and to waive any and all irregularities in regard thereto. 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