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Ushering in 2021 with more retail

By Kathy Steele Special to The Laker/Lutz News

Shopping centers along State Road 54 and State Road 56 are continuing to attract more new stores and restaurants. The Cypress Creek Town Center,Tampa Premium Outlets,The Preserve Marketplace, the Shoppes at Crossings Boulevard, Starkey Ranch Town Square, Starkey Ranch Business Center, The Shops at Wiregrass and the Grove at Wesley Chapel are building and remodeling in anticipation of new openings. Total Wine & More is moving into the

Cypress Creek Town Center in space formerly occupied by the Earth Fare grocery store. The building, at 25535 Sierra Center Blvd., will undergo “interior alteration” for a remodel, according to a permit filed with Pasco County. The town center, at the juncture of Interstate 75 and state roads 54 and 56, soon also will have a grand opening for Floor & Décor, now under construction on Sierra Center Boulevard.And, a Good Feet Store is on tap for the boulevard, too, according to county records.

Across from the town center, construction is underway on an outparcel at Tampa Premium Outlets for a Tidal Wave Car Wash. A Zaxby’s restaurant also is anticipated. Recent arrivals at the outdoor mall include Main Event, Cigars International and Rock & Brew restaurant. Along State Road 54, west of U.S. 41, online shopping will get a boost from an Amazon shipping center under construction at 17030 Mentmore Blvd.The facility is within the Bexley by Newland master-

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Steve Vinik, a member of The Laker/Lutz News Readership Club, recently captured these photos during the Lexington Oaks Santa Parade on Dec. 12, and generously shared them with our readers. The images convey a sense of joy that’s often been in short supply this year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Please turn to Page 1B, to see more of our seasonal coverage, from a Country Christmas & Vintage Market held earlier this month at the Pioneer Florida Museum & Village, in Dade City. Above, Santa (also known as John Kostialik) hands out Christmas cheer. When he’s not busy during the holiday season, he’s the president of the Lexington Oaks security patrol. At left, Frosty the Snowman (also known as Bill Tumelty) and his reindeer chauffeur (also known as Mat Jones) drive along the Santa Parade route inside the Lexington Oaks community, in Wesley Chapel.

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Santa stops at each village entrance to greet children and parents.

Santa uses a modern device to alert his elves that he’s on the way to his next stop: The Lexington Oaks community room for a meet and greet (and hopefully some cookies?)

Not-so-random acts of kindness Compiled by B.C. Manion bcmanion@lakerlutznews.com

Even when life is ‘normal’ — it’s not always easy to find the time, energy or resources to help others who are struggling to get by, or whose spirits need a lift. During a pandemic when people are feeling pressures on all sides and many of life’s big moments must be delayed or canceled — the challenge is even greater. But, ingenuity and generosity prevailed in The Laker/Lutz News region, providing a counterpoint to the sadness and loss, and injecting a bit of joy. Check out more not-so-random acts of kindness that occurred during 2020 on page 6A.

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Keeping art alive in Dade City Lots of opportunities to do art and see art have been curtailed by COVID-19, but the Dade City Center for the Arts found a way to give artists a chance to express their talents, and art lovers a chance to view it through an outdoor public art exhibit.The artists painted hay bales that were stationed in various places around Dade City.

Santander will bring 875 jobs to Pasco County By B.C. Manion bcmanion@lakerlutznews.com

Pasco County scored two big wins last week. First, it sealed a deal with Santander Consumer USA to set up shop in the county, and to create 875 new job opportunities in Pasco. Second, it found a way to give new life to a vacant building, at a prominent spot. “Since about 2016, we’ve had a very difficult time in explaining why we have this (vacant) big box building, right at the entrance of our county, at Suncoast and State Road 54,” Bill Cronin, president and CEO of the Pasco Economic Development Council, Inc., said in remarks to the Pasco County Commission. “Super Target has remained empty for four years, despite our healthy growth. “I’m happy to say that because of the specialized need of that building and the specialized use, we do have a special company that is taking that building,” Cronin said. Cronin and David Engel, manager of the county’s office of economic growth, explained the details of the incentive package that’s being extended to Santander to persuade it to choose Pasco County. Efforts to land the company began several months ago, when Santander Consumer USA came to the county during a national search conducted by Newmark Knight Frank. “The goal was to locate a modern and efficient site that could accommodate future expansions,” Cronin said. The search went beyond finding a site, he said. It “was also a search for sustainable talent pipeline in a community with great livability,” he said. Santander Consumer USA will be investing $22 million in Pasco County, Cronin said. “The company will be paying over 115% of our current county average wage,” Cronin added. The agreement details that Pasco’s average annual wage paid to workers in all industries is $38,338, as reported by Enterprise Florida Inc., and compiled by the State of Florida, Agency for Workforce Innovation, Labor Market Statistics. Santander has agreed to create the 875 jobs within five years, and to pay at least $46,283 in average annual income for those jobs.To qualify for the incentive, a job must be staffed for at least one year. Santander also will be offering career opportunities for the county’s bilingual

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Pasco County officials and representatives from Pasco Economic Development Council Inc., and Santander Consumer USA celebrate the agreement expected to attract 875 jobs to Pasco County.

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Santander plans to renovate and occupy 115,425 square feet of the former Target store building, at 16400 State Road 54, in Odessa. The big box store has been vacant since 2016.

workforce, which is expected to help the county’s Hispanic population — which makes up the county’s largest ethnic population, Cronin said. “The economic impact to gross county product to Pasco is $129 million over the next five years,” Cronin added. Their parent company, Banco Santander, is located in Spain, Cronin said, describing it as one of the world’s largest banks. “If you have an automobile loan in Latin America, it’s probably from Santander,” he said. In fact, Cronin added,“Banco Santander was named, just last week, Bank of the Year in the Americas, Brazil, Spain and Argentina, by The Banker, which is a global financial intelligence organization in London.” Engel spelled out the terms of the economic incentive package. “For the 875 jobs, the Pasco EDC recom-

mends a $1,750,000 to be paid out over a 10-year period, and a 10-year tangible tax reimbursement, totaling up to $342,000,” Engel said. Years one through five the incentive will be 50% of Santander’s tangible tax and years six through 10 will be 25% of their tangible tax, he added. “This, in fact, is the most cost-effective job creation incentive that we’ve offered a company. It’s equivalent to $391 a job,” Engel said. The incentive agreement notes that Santander intends to make interior and exterior renovations of 115,425 square feet of the old Target store, at 16400 State Road 54, in Odessa. Backup materials for the board’s agenda item note:“The staff recommendation to approve the tangible tax reimbursement in this case is based on the unique aspects of

this project since it involves the redevelopment and occupancy of a former “big box” retail building by a qualified target industry, at significant expense, in one of the county’s most important high visibility economic growth and job creation corridors.” It adds: “The recommended tax reimbursement incentive in this case should not be considered a precedent for reimbursement for interior improvements that may be made by other companies in the future, even if such companies qualify for a job creation incentive or are a qualified target industry.” Background materials in the agreement note that Santander qualifies as a targeted industry, in the financial services sector. A table in the agreement lays out the company’s plans to gradually add the 875 employees, beginning with 400 in 2021, with a total of 875 by 2025. Ernie Ocasio, a senior vice president of Santander Consumer USA, told county officials that the company is eager to come to Pasco, and praised the county’s rich resources. Pasco County Commissioner Kathryn Starkey remarked that she had been so upset about news of the Super Target’s closing that she had appealed to company officials to try to keep it open. It turns out that this new use is better for the county than having a big retailer at that location, the commissioner said. Commissioners unanimously approved Santander’s incentive package.

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At age 90, she gets her eighth hole-in-one By Joey Johnston Special to The Laker/Lutz News

bout two weeks after her 90th birthday, Mary Esther Spell was playing her regularly scheduled Monday morning game at The Groves Golf and Country Club. She chose a 5-wood for the 111-yard seventh hole, where the tee box was adjacent to her home. She swung smoothly.The ball went straight. It bounced once and rolled … straight into the hole. “I was as shocked as anyone,’’ Spell said with a laugh. Actually, it shouldn’t be a shock — or even a surprise. It was the eighth hole-inone for Spell, whose passion for golf is only surpassed by her overall zest for life. “She’s a real sweetheart, a wonderful lady,’’ said Richard Moore, pro shop manager at The Groves, a 55-and-over community in Land O’ Lakes. “I’ve been playing golf for 52 years and I’ve never had a hole-in-one. Not one.And she has eight! “She’s very competitive. She loves the game.As I’ve gotten to know her, I’ve realized that she has led a remarkable life.’’ In 1950, Spell was named “Miss Tampa’’ as a 19-year-old University of Tampa sophomore, never losing her “charming smile’’ throughout the pageant, according to a Tampa Tribune account. She had a lengthy career at an advertising agency. Her first marriage ended in divorce and she raised her daughter as a single mother. She married again to a prominent Tampa orthodontist, but she quit working to become his caretaker before he was claimed by cancer at age 54. She buried her only child, Terri, two years ago after the daughter had moved back in and they spent a joyous few years together. Her only grandchild, Shawn Matthews, is married and lives near Ocala. She’s still hopeful of a great-grandchild. “I told them to hurry up … because I’m not getting any younger,’’ Spell said, laughing again. About two years ago, Spell wasn’t feeling great and she hoped doctors could figure it out. It was pancreatic cancer. She agreed to an operation because she didn’t want prolonged treatment and the loss of her hair. Incredibly, the doctors got it all. Spell kept going. “I’ve had ups and downs in my life — as everybody does,’’ Spell said. “What I’ve learned is you get up every day and try again. You don’t give up. You look for the good in life and the good in people.’’ Sometimes, Spell might sheepishly tell someone that she was once crowned “Miss Tampa’’ just two years after she graduated from Tampa’s Hillsborough High School.The

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Tampa Chamber of COURTESY OF MARY ESTHER SPELL Commerce-sponMary Esther Spell was ‘Miss Tampa’ in 1950. sored pageant was held before 700 spectators at the Palma Ceia Country Club.The members handing out a trophy to the winTribune reported that a “golden crown’’ was ner of a Tampa auto race, but not many placed on her head, but Spell remembers other duties in her year of service. Whether it’s a happy memory or somethe “crown’’ as a heavy paper creation that thing she had to endure, Spell tries not to was painted gold. She received a $300 scholarship and a look back too much. She has enough to diamond-studded wristwatch, along with a keep her looking ahead. “I’ve been blessed — doubly blessed — place in the “Miss Florida’’ pageant. She re-

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SNOW DAYS

The Florida Aquarium will bring back Snow Days from Dec. 26 to Dec. 31. Guests can engage in a snowball-throwing contest on the aquarium’s rooftop by tossing snowballs at “sea monster” targets, in order to fight ocean pollution.The targets will be made up of items that cause ocean pollution, such as plastic bags or bottles.The event also will feature real snow to make snowmen or snow creations. Snow will be falling on the outdoor plaza and guests can listen to holiday classics. Guests can visit Snow Days with extended hours at the aquarium from 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. For information, visit FlAquarium.org.

WILDLIFE SHOW

The Friends of the Library of TampaHillsborough County will present a “Wonders of Nature Wildlife Education Show” on Dec. 28 at 6:30 p.m., for all ages.The presentation will showcase wild and wonderful bird behavior, including free flight. Registration is through the calendar feature at HCPLC.org.

CANDLE MEDITATION

The Pasco County Library Cooperative will offer a virtual New Year’s Candle Meditation on Dec. 29 at 6:30 p.m., to help focus on letting go of the past and creating mental space for the journey ahead. Participants should create a meditation space (add a candle) for themselves to sit in.To register and for information on a participation link, contact Amaris Papadopoulos at 727-8613020 or amarisp@pascolibraries.org.

BENTO LUNCH BOX

The Friends of the Library of TampaHillsborough County will host a “School Lunch Bento Box” session on Dec. 30 at 11 a.m.Wellness chef and holistic life coach Chef Mira will demonstrate how to make a single, home-packed lunch with ingredients that are healthy, fun and affordable. Registration is through the calendar feature online at HCPLC.org.

JEWELRY-MAKING

The South Holiday Library will offer an online “Bejeweled: Jewelry Making for Adults” class on Dec. 30 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Participants can learn how to make a pendant with wire and beads, with minimal supplies (a list will be available). No experience necessary. Registration is required. For information, email sh@pascolibraries.org.

l or facebook.com/Lifestylefestivalsgrove/. The festival also will run all week starting Dec. 20 through the week after Christmas.

Painting classes

The West Pasco Art Guild’s open painting classes have resumed on a limited basis, under COVID-19 safety guidelines, on Mondays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to noon; and Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be a “Colorful Pet Portraits” workshop on Jan. 23 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., via Zoom. Registration is through email to Helen Hanley at helen@ westpascoartguild.org, before Jan. 16. Use “Pets” in the subject line. For more information, please visit WestPascoArtGuild.org, or call 727-8091299.

KIDS’ CLUB

The Church at Myrtle Lake, 2017 Riegler Road in Land O’ Lakes, will offer Kid Town: An AWANA Club on Wednesdays starting Jan. 6.There will be a family dinner at 5:30 p.m., followed by the program at 6 p.m.The club is for kids age 3 to fifth grade.AWANA means “Approved Workmen are not Ashamed.” For information and to register, visit MyrtleLake.org/kidtown-awana-club/. Kid Town aims to provide children with a “fun, energetic approach to learning God’s word and how to apply it to their lives,” according to the church website.

Fine Arts classes reopen

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The Pasco Fine Arts Council is currently open and starting fall classes. Safety precautions include sanitization of the center, reduced class size to eight students, and mandatory face masks. For a printable class schedule (watercolor, oil, acrylic, drawing, pottery) or to sign up, visit PascoArts.org, or call 727-5457322.

STORY TIME BUNDLES

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will offer a “Choose Your Own Story Time Bundle” on Jan. 2 at 10 a.m., for birth through preschool, through curbside pickup or inside the library. Participants can choose a topic (or be surprised); and, choose a preference, including age, number of books, song links and baby sign links.A library card is required. Bundles are limited to one per child.Allow two to five days for staff to prepare the bundle. Items will be available for eight days after notification of arrival. For information, call 813-929-1214

TREE & LIGHT FEST

A Holiday Tree & Light Festival will take place at the Grove at Wesley Chapel, Thursdays to Sundays, through Jan. 3.The festival will include Santa, Christmas trees, a light show, sleigh rides, a snow display, games, live music/entertainment, prizes, artisan vendors, food trucks, carnival rides and more.Tickets are $25, which includes parking, entry to the display, Santa and all carnival rides. Food and vendor goods are separate purchases. For information and additional dates, visit lifestylefestivals.com/santasdreamlandcarniva

The Florida Museum of Photographic Arts, 400 N.Ashley Drive in Tampa, will start the new year with two exhibits, intersecting art and the environment.Works by photographers Bremner Benedict and Jeff Whetstone will highlight the dependence on water and confront the realities of climate change.The exhibits,“Hidden Waters/Desert Springs, an Uncertain Future” and “The Batture Ritual,” will go on display on Jan. 8. The museum is open three days a week, with enhanced safety protocols. For information and museum hours, visit FMOPA.org, or call 813-221-2222.

RAISING CANE

The Pioneer Florida Museum & Village, 15602 Pioneer Museum Road in Dade City, will host “Raising Cane” on Jan. 9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.The event will feature cane syrup-making, and the Southern Syrupmakers Association Cane Syrup Tasting and Competition; traditional craft demonstrations; a blacksmith; model trains; food and vendors; and music by Emmet Stevens from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.There also will be a World War II battle reenactment at 1:30 p.m., along with military vehicles, displays and presentations.All museum buildings will be open (masks required). No pets or coolers. Social distancing guidelines will be in place.Admission is $5 for adults and students. Children age 5 and younger are free. For information, visit PioneerFloridaMuseum.org.

DOWNTOWN ICE RINK

The Winter Village at Curtis Hixon Park, featuring a riverfront ice skating rink and a nightly light show set to holiday music, has

opened in downtown Tampa. New this year is a train ride around the park, offering another way to take in the light show.The ice rink will operate at half-capacity, and tickets must be purchased online in advance, at WinterVillageTampa.com.All skaters must wear masks, and ground decals will help participants to follow social distancing guidelines. No ticket is needed for the Winter Village.The train cars will be limited to one family at a time, and the cars will be sanitized between rides.The train will run from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

SPOTLIGHT ON TALENT

The Heritage Arts Center Association is looking for entries to its 38th annual Spotlight on Talent, a performing arts competition for young people through high school seniors.There will be more than $4,000 in cash prizes, and trophies, as well as a $1,000 scholarship awarded to a graduating Pasco County senior.Applications are available at HeritageArts.org, or at area schools, studios and Chambers of Commerce in East/Central Pasco. Entry deadline is Jan. 28.The preliminary contest will be Feb. 13 and the final show on March 6.There will be a “Plan B” in place if COVID-19 is still active.

NOVA ERA PERFORMS

The Pioneer Florida Museum and Village, 15602 Pioneer Museum Road in Dade City, will host a live performance by the classical music group Nova Era on Jan. 31 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.The ensemble performs in handcrafted 18th-century costumes and ornate, powdered wigs. Gates open at 2 p.m. There will be heavy hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar.This is an outdoor event. Guests should bring lawn chairs. No cooler or pets. Masks are required inside the buildings. Social distancing will be in place.Advance tickets are $25, or $30 at the door (if available). For information and tickets, visit PioneerFloridaMuseum.org.

LIVING COLOR EXHIBIT

The Tampa Museum of Art, 120 W. Gasparilla Center, will showcase its newest exhibit, “Living Color:The Art of the Highwaymen,” through March 28.The exhibit brings together 60 paintings from five private collections, featuring the works of the core group of Florida Highwaymen.These celebrated African American artists depicted the state’s natural environment and rich tones through their unique, self-taught painting styles.

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Premier adds dental clinic space The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report Premier Community Health Care Group Inc., will share clinic space with the Florida Department of Health in New Port Richey, and will provide dental services to insured and uninsured children throughout Pasco County. The Pasco County Commission approved a lease agreement between the county and the health care agency at its Nov. 17 meeting. In lieu of rent, commissioners will require an annual report each Oct. 1 detailing the

Boundaries set for Starkey Ranch K-8 The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report The Pasco County School Board has set boundaries for the new Starkey Ranch K-8 school under construction in the Starkey Ranch development. The school â&#x20AC;&#x201D; part of a complex that includes a theater, library and cultural center â&#x20AC;&#x201D; is scheduled to open in the 2021-2022 school year. The board adopted the boundaries during its Dec. 1 board meeting. Starkey Ranch K-8 will have a capacity for

number of children served. Premier Community Health Care also will pay $421 a month as its share of utilities. The lease expires on Dec. 31, 2021. However, there are three one-year options to extend the lease. The clinic is located in Building A, 10841 Little Road, in New Port Richey. County commissioners agreed to the lease at the request of health department officials â&#x20AC;&#x153;to ensure dental services continue for school-age children throughout the county,â&#x20AC;? according to agenda documents.

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Celebrating high school seniors

Marie Joles couldn’t stand the thought of high school seniors missing out on all of the special moments that make up part of senior year. So, the dental hygienist, who wasn’t able to work because of the COVID-19 pandemic, came up with a social media way to create Senior Spotlights, showcasing individual graduates.

She solicitated submissions, then tweaked them before creating postings that provided a glimpse of their accomplishments, their ambitions, their interests and personalities. It took work, but it was worthwhile, Joles said. “I wanted to let them know we appreciate them,” she said.

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Pasco County Commissioner Kathryn Starkey and State Rep. Ardian Zika were at Medical Center of Trinity, when meals were delivered for hospital workers.

When Pasco County Commissioner Kathryn Starkey saw a news report about the Frontline Appreciation Group, she knew she wanted Pasco to get in on the idea. The initiative purchases meals from restaurants — struggling because of the COVID-19 pandemic — and provides the food to frontline health care workers engaged in the battle to help people who have been infected by the deadly virus. The initiative was launched in New Jersey, but Starkey spearheaded a local chapter, called FLAG2020Pasco. The effort has resulted in meals prepared by area restaurants, delivered to local hospitals. Other local political leaders and government agencies also have stepped up to the plate, so to speak — in a number of other efforts to collect and distribute food.The county itself has created and managed new programs using federal funding to feed the hungry, and support local restaurants.

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Keystone Place at Terra Bella, a senior living community in Land O’ Lakes, hired The Boomer Band, featuring keyboard/vocalist Kevin de Champlain and drummer/vocalist Vance Fontanella to inject some joy, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. The band was towed around on a trailer through the community, so its senior residents could be entertained — from a safe distance, on their apartment balconies.

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The executive chef and founder of Nabruzzi Trattoria credits his restaurant’s success to the support it has received from the Lutz community. So, when the pandemic hit, it stepped up to deliver free hot meals to firefighters and medical workers, and others, who serve the community. “Every Wednesday we’re going to pick somebody in the area that has put themselves at risk, that are out there every day,” said Massimo Sabetti, the chef/owner of Nabruzzi Trattoria at 6062 Van Dyke Road in Lutz. And, they delivered — to emergency department workers, firefighters and others. Now, that’s what you call a chef’s special.

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RETAIL, from page 1A planned community, at the intersection with Bexley Village Drive. The Shoppes at Crossings Boulevard, west of Bexley, is completing a makeover with a Hooters restaurant under construction.And, Pasco County just sealed a deal to bring Santander Consumer USA to occupy a portion of the former Target Superstore. The deal includes bringing 875 new jobs to the county. Rasmussen College also previously submitted plans to the county, indicating it would occupy 44,000 square feet in the former big box retail store. Further west,The Preserve Marketplace and two shopping centers by Starkey Ranch, off State Road 54, have construction work in progress. But, some shops and restaurants are open. CVS Pharmacy is open at The Preserve, along with the anchor grocery store, Greenwise. Majik Touch Cleaners is open, and 100 % Chiropractic is coming soon. Other businesses coming are Heartland Dental, Chipotle, Panera Bread and Papa John’s. At Gunn Highway and State Road 54, Publix is the anchor of the Starkey Ranch Town Square. Other tenants include e sushi & grill, J. Joseph Salon,The UPS Store, Polish The Nail Bar, and Zampelli’s Pizza and Pasta restaurant. At Heart Pine Avenue, the Starkey Ranch Business Center hosts shops and restaurants including The Wicked Pour, Tropical Smoothie Cafe,Yoga Six and Hungry Greek restaurant. The Shops at Wiregrass, off State Road 56 and Bruce B. Downs, and the Grove at

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A Hooters restaurant is under construction at the Shoppes at Crossings Boulevard, at State Road 54 and Suncoast Parkway.

Wesley Chapel, off State Road 54 west of Interstate 75, both are welcoming new stores and restaurants, too. The Grove is in the midst of a major makeover, in progress, following the $64 million purchase of the shopping center by Mishorim Gold Properties in 2019. The company is investing more than $110 million to renovate the Grove. Plans include a shipping container park – known as KRATE - with shops, offices and restaurants. A stage will feature daily live entertainment.A dog park and a playground will build on the overall design in promoting a community place in Wesley Chapel. On its Facebook page, the Grove recently began teasing to future tenants at the container park with the “12 Days of KRATEmas.” Among the tenants are 365 Café Italiano;ATO, specializing in sushi and

burritos; Provisions, with specialty coffees and an artisan café menu; and The Cake Girl. RAW, a workspace collaborative, held a grand opening Dec. 3. In addition, Prime Barbershop and Brooklyn Water Bagels recently opened. King of the Coop, a Nashville hot chicken eatery, soon will open, too, according to the restaurant’s Facebook page. It will be the second location for King of the Coop, currently located in the restaurant-rich Seminole Heights neighborhood in Tampa. County permits also show Best NY Pizza Worx is coming to 6027 Wesley Grove Blvd., in the Grove. The Shops at Wiregrass has opened, or will soon open, 11 new shops, according to a news release from the mall. New shops are Beauty In Abundance, a beauty, hair care and make-up shop;

Crimson Chain Leatherworks, specializing in costumes and accessories for Renaissance fairs, fantasy and historical reenactments; and Arega NY, a swim and activewear boutique. Additional stores include a lululemon pop-up, specializing in yoga-inspired and athletic clothes for women and men; Chuck Lager’s American Tavern, a family restaurant with a classic menu of pasta and burgers; GO! Calendars Games and Toys; Ornament Shoppe, with decorative and personalized ornament selections; Design Hut, a boutique with personalized gifts including custom shirts; Hickory Farms, featuring cured meats, cheeses, wine pairings and hand-picked fruits; and, Fit2Run, a superstore with brand name athletic footwear, running apparel and accessories. Sephora, a makeup and accessories boutique, is slated to open in spring 2021.

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ew recreation facilities opened, prep teams competed for state titles and local athletes accomplished memorable achievements, despite challenges imposed by the coronavirus pandemic. Here is a look at some of the top moments in sports, from across Pasco and Hillsborough counties, in The Laker/Lutz News coverage area. (This is part one of a two-part series.)

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Locals taken Land O’ Lakes youth sets race record in 2020 MLB Draft Childhood dreams of playing professional baseball became a reality for a couple athletes with ties to The Laker/Lutz News coverage area. Major League Baseball (MLB)’s 2020 first-year player draft was shortened to five rounds and 160 picks, from the usual 40 rounds in previous years, due to COVID-19. The consolidated draft, however, didn’t stop some locals from hearing their name called — and seeing their bank accounts richen significantly — on Day 2 of the nationally televised draft on June 11. • The highest-drafted local was Steinbrenner High/Florida State product CJ Van Eyk, taken by the Toronto Blue Jays in the second round, at pick No. 42 overall. The 6-foot-1, 198pound right-hander signed with the Blue Jays for $1.8 million. • Trinity native/Mitchell High catcher Jackson Miller was selected by the Cincinnati Reds in the third round (65th overall).The 6-foot, 195pound left-handed hitter who throws right-handed signed with the Reds for $1.29 million. • The Philadelphia Phillies selected Wesley Chapel native/Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High/University of South Florida product Carson Ragsdale in the fourth round (116th overall). The 6-foot-8, 225 pound right-handed pitcher signed with the Phillies for $225,000. All three players are expected to begin their pro careers in the minor league ranks come 2021.

Land O’ Lakes resident Elli Black didn’t just win the Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic 8K women’s race on Feb. 21, she became the youngest winner in the event’s 40-plus year history, at just 11 years old. Black clocked 30:57 in the 4.97-mile course to best more than 2,200 female participants in the popular annual race on Tampa’s Bayshore Boulevard.The second-place female finisher, St. Petersburg’s Mary Beth Layfield, 37, timed 32:23. On becoming race champion and making

history, Black said:“It’s a really big accomplishment and I’m really proud of myself, and I just know that I’ve been very blessed with a Godgiven talent, and I’m just really happy to be able to use it to the fullest.” Previously, the event’s youngest winner was 13-year-old Ellie Pleune, who won the race in 2017, with a time of 31:13. A home-schooled student, Black runs for Cambridge Christian School’s varsity girls crosscountry and track teams.

Florida high school sports make fall return After months of inactivity amid the COVID19 pandemic, high school sports practices and games returned to action when Florida High School Athletic Association’s board members (FHSAA) voted 11-5 to allow member schools to begin fall sports on Aug. 24. It signaled a long time coming, as prep sports had been in a sort of holding pattern since mid-March or so. The FHSAA decision to all but immediately ramp up fall sports was far from easy — taking more than two hours of heated dialogue among board members during an Aug. 14 meeting at the Best Western Grand in Gainesville. The contentious meeting was live-streamed for public viewing. The organization’s decision contradicted a unanimous recommendation from the FHSAA’s 14-member Sports Medicine Advisory Committee (SMAC).That committee strongly advised sports not begin in any part of the state until the coronavirus is controlled, and declining in state and local regions.They also wanted to be able to study the impact of reopening schools on the COVID-19 infection rate, for at least a few weeks.

A majority of board members, however, voted in favor of bringing sports back for the fall, citing an overwhelming amount of support from student-athletes, parents, and even sport officials and school superintendents, from their respective district. That point was emphasized when Jamie and Tami Kent spoke during the public comment portion of the meeting. As parents of a Tampa Cambridge Christian High School football player, they created an online petition titled “Let Us Play” attracting over 40,000 signatures urging the FHSAA to begin the fall sports season in August. Those voices were heard, by the end of the day. FHSAA executive director George Tomyn perhaps best summed up the board’s decision, which came at his recommendation. “I’ve always thought of what can we do for our member schools, not what we cannot or will not be able to do,”Tomyn said at the meeting. “I’m a firm believer in flexibility, especially in this challenging, challenging time that we’re in. I’m a firm believer in parental choice, and I’m a firm believer in local decision-making.”

Sunlake girls weightlifting repeat at states For the second straight year, the Sunlake High School varsity girls weightlifting program cemented itself as the state’s top dog at the FHSAA (Florida High School Athletic Association) Class 2A State Weightlifting Championships in Panama City Beach. Coached by Denise Garcia, the Seahawks tallied 28 points to edge second-place finisher Navarre High School (26) and third place Winter Springs High School (24) — to become back-to-back state champions on Feb. 15. The Seahawks program experienced another milestone — as two weightlifters earned individual state titles in the same year: Seniors Gianna Levy (139 pounds) and Juliette Pacheco (169 pounds) took FILE first place in their respective The Sunlake High varsity girls weightlifting won its second consecutive state crown at the FHSAA (Florida weight classes. Pacheco also set a state record 225-pound High School Athletic Association) Class 2A State Weightlifting Championships in Panama City Beach. bench press in her weight class. • Madison Guincho, junior — second 169-pound (225-185 — 410) All told, five of Sunlake’s seven state place, 119-pound (180-160 — 340) • Brianna Caban, senior — third place, lifters earned points with top-six finishes in • Gianna Levy, senior — first place, 139- 183-pound (200-170—370) the bench press and clean-and-jerk aggre- pound (175-180 — 355) • Antoinette Farmer, senior—second gate lifts. • Juliette Pacheco, senior — first place, place, 199-pound (210-190 — 400)

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There was a glimmer of hope the 2020 Florida high school spring sports season would resume following its mid-March postponement, even through coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19). But, optimism vanished when the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) on April 20 announced it would cancel all affiliated events for the remainder of the school year. The cancellations included the state series and championships events, for all spring sports. Affected FHSAA-sanctioned spring sports included baseball, flag football, lacrosse, softball, tennis, track & field, boys volleyball, water polo and boys weightlifting. The statewide sports organization also then announced no additional eligibility would be granted for spring sport athletes, including seniors, “under the guidance of the Florida Department of Education regarding grade level retention, and upon review of Florida Statutes and FHSAA Bylaws.” Just like that, high school senior athletic careers abruptly came to a close. Several local athletes weighed in on the decision with The Laker/Lutz News, like Land O’ Lakes senior tennis standout Courtney Piltaver, a two-time Sunshine Athletic Conference East Girls Tennis Player of the Year who was poised to shine in her final high school tennis season. “I was pretty upset because it was my senior year, and it really sucks that I didn’t get to enjoy the full season with my team and my coaches, and kind of just close out,” said Piltaver, who had signed a college scholarship with NCAA Division II University of Montevallo in Alabama. Back on March 31, the FHSAA issued a statement that left open the possibility of a spring sports season, saying they might return as soon as May 3 through June 30. The FHSAA also indicated if a spring sports season is canceled altogether, it was working on a solution to create additional athletics eligibility for students who were unable to participate. However, as days and weeks pressed on, many saw the writing on the wall that spring sports would not return in spring 2020, due to the pandemic.

Land O’ Lakes hoops coach retires Land O’ Lakes High School varsity boys basketball coach Dave Puhalski was finally ready for a timeout. After 31 years roaming the Gators sidelines, barking orders, drawing up plays, and molding boys into young men, the longtime coach announced his retirement following the 2019-2020 season, which ended Dave Puhalski Feb. 25 Puhalski’s swan song was a memorable one — sending off eight seniors to the tune of a 21-6 mark, a 5A-7 district title and an appearance in the 5A regional semifinals. He exited as one of the longest-tenured and among the most-decorated coaches in Pasco County sports history. Puhalski compiled a 479-349 career record since taking over the Gators program in 1988. The coach frequently emphasized “rebounding the ball, taking care of the ball and defending the ball.” He was particularly well-regarded for his defense-first mentality — a philosophy that centered heavily on the man-to-man variety, with little regard for zone defenses. “We play man to man,” Puhalski once told The Laker/Lutz News.“In 31 years (at Land O’ Lakes), we’ve probably played a minute worth of zone.” In total, Puhalski spent more than 35 years coaching hoops. Before taking over at Land O’ Lakes, Puhalski was an assistant at state champion Ocala Vanguard for three seasons and an assistant at University of Tampa for a year. He put the meaning of his retirement into perspective:“After 35 years, I’ve never had a Christmas vacation, (or) a Thanksgiving vacation; the month of June is all summer league, kids playing, so really, it’s just time.”

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Three-year-old Kaiden Hay, of New Tampa, left, and his 4-year-old sister, Kaiya, pose behind a wooden cutout depicting Frosty the Snowman and Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer. The children were at the Country Christmas & Vintage Market event with their parents, Eugene and Kara, and grandparents, Scott and Jennifer Cook, of Dade City.

Four-year-old Alice Scarborough, of Dade City, plays a ring toss game inside the Mabel Jordan Barn at the Pioneer Florida Museum & Village in Dade City. The young girl, along with her mother, Morgan, and, 1-year-old brother Raylen, stopped by the barn to play games and to take part in the children’s crafts being offered.

Christmas vintage market delights holiday shoppers By Christine Holtzman Special to The Laker/Lutz News

Those looking to do their holiday shopping while enjoying the fresh country air, all while supporting local artisans and businesses, were in luck. The Country Christmas & Vintage Market, a family friendly event, was held at the Pioneer Florida Museum & Village, 15602 Pioneer Museum Road in Dade City. Dozens of vendors were on hand for the Dec. 5 event, selling various vintage items and antiques, as well as handcrafted goods. Items for sale included Christmas decorations, quilts, toys, jewelry, clothing and crafts. A children’s area was set up inside the Mabel Jordan Barn, where many activities and craft stations were being offered. Games and crafts in this area included Ring Toss the Bulls, Snowball Throw, Santa Limbo, Ornament Bowling, Pin the Nose on the Reindeer, and make-your-own Christmas ornament. Live entertainment was provided by Gypsy Wind, a Pinellas County-based acoustic band, that played a blend of jazz, swing and acoustic music.

In addition to the main building, visitors could explore the many historic buildings on the grounds, like the Trilby Depot, the Old Lacoochee School, the John Overstreet House and the C.C. Smith General Store. Each building, and the surrounding grounds, were expertly decorated by the Dade City Garden Club in its annual effort to help beautify the grounds during the holiday season. According to the club’s Facebook page, all circles of the club contribute to the project by donating the materials needed to create the historically authentic decorations. The Facebook page also noted that members of the Echebucsassa Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution joined the garden club in decorating the Overstreet House. Visitors touring the buildings were encouraged to vote for the best decorated building for a chance to win a family membership to the museum. A cutest Elf contest, blacksmith demonstrations, and complimentary holiday photos rounded out the event. Admission to the event was $5, and free for children under 5.

Gypsy Wind, a Pinellas County-based acoustic band, entertains the crowd with their new take on an old blend of jazz, swing, bluegrass and folk music.

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Ten-year-old Jillian Sereno, of Dade City, left, and her siblings, 7-year-old Elizabeth and 6-yearold Grady, enjoy a silly moment while sitting in front of the 1913 Porter Steam Engine that is on display outside of the Trilby Depot. The children were at the event with their father, James. Joel Prater, of Dade City, sits with his smiling 2-year-old daughter, Elizabeth, as she tickles the ivories on a vintage piano inside the Blanton Packing House building at the Pioneer Florida Museum & Village. Prater, who was born and raised in Dade City, said that his daughter enjoys playing with a toy piano at home and this is her first time playing a real one.

Wearing his Santa hat, 2-year-old Elikai Wingo, of Zephyrhills, has a seat on the steps of the Old Lacoochee School while visiting the market. His mother, Samantha, said that he asked Santa Claus for a hamster this Christmas.

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Some churches are issuing tickets for admission. Many are limiting seating. At least one is offering drive-in services, and many places of worship plan to conduct candlelight services. And, based on internet searches, it appears the vast majority have some sort of safety protocols in place, in light of COVID19. Some churches have already had their Christmas services, opting to celebrate the weekend before Christmas. And, at least one — First United Methodist Church of Dade City — has decided to drop its traditional Christmas Eve service and its Sunday service Dec. 27 because of uncertainty of crowd size, according to a posting on the church’s Facebook page. Still, those who are seeking to attend a religious service to celebrate Christmas will have plenty of options across The Laker/Lutz News coverage area. Beyond traditional scriptural readings, some churches will offer special music and will feature festive decorations. Some will have services indoors and out. Many will offer remote streaming options. Chances are, you’ve already made your plans to celebrate — after all Christmas Eve is this coming Thursday and Christmas Day, on Friday. But, if you’re still considering your options, be sure to visit your preferred church’s website to be certain you have current information. Also, you’ll need to check ahead to guarantee you can still get tickets if you need them, and can become familiar with any precautions you’ll need to take, to comply with the church’s COVID19 protocols. There are literally hundreds of churches across the newspaper’s coverage area. So, here’s a sampling of some churches in our coverage area, and their Christmas plans — based on Facebook and website postings — for this year.

LAND O’ LAKES • Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, 2348 Collier Parkway: The church is following guidelines for sanitizing, social distancing and masks.There’s an outdoor mass on Dec. 24 at 4 p.m., no

signup is required. Other Christmas Eve masses are: 6 p.m., signup and livestream; 10 p.m., signup; midnight, signup and Life Team. On Christmas Day, the mass times are 7:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m., which are both signup; and 11:30 a.m., which is signup and livestream. • Harvester United Methodist Church, 2432 Collier Parkway: Dec. 24 at 4 p.m., candlelight worship service with communion.

WESLEY CHAPEL • Atonement Lutheran Church, 29617 State Road 54: Christmas Eve incar service on Dec. 24 at noon, 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., and on Dec. 25 at 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. RSVP, first come, first served. Those signing up on the church’s website are asked to indicate if they are driving a car, an SUV, a truck or a van. They also are asked to indicate how many people will be receiving communion. RSVP by calling 813-973-2211. • Bridgeway Church, 30660 Wells Road: Service on Dec. 23 at 5 p.m., and on Dec. 24 at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. • Faith Lutheran Church, 27221 Foamflower Blvd.: Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, Dec. 24 at 6 p.m. • Cypress Creek Church (meets at

North Tampa Christian Academy, 5585 County Line Road): Christmas with the Family Christmas Eve service on Dec. 24 at 5 p.m.The church’s website notes:“We have the restaurant rule.You are required to wear a mask as you step on and off the church campus, but once you are at your seat you may take off your mask.” Church staff and its Dream Team will wear masks as they serve. Also, temperatures will be taken, before each person enters the building. • First Baptist Church of Wesley Chapel, 29716 State Road 54: Christmas service on Dec. 24 at 6 p.m. • Grace Community Church, 7107 Boyette Road: Candlelight service on Dec. 24 at 6 p.m. • St. Paul’s Episcopal Church (Previously known as Wesley Chapel Episcopal), 38356 Flatiron Loop, Suite 101: Dec. 24 at 10:30 p.m., with a musical prelude at 10 p.m. Masks and reservations required. Incense will be used during the service.

ZEPHYRHILLS • St. Joseph Catholic Church, 38710 Fifth Ave.: Dec. 24 services at 4 p.m. and 10 p.m.; Dec. 25 services at 7 a.m., 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Its website notes that masks are required for every person at every service and social distancing is required, too. • ZFA Church, 36322 State Road 52: Dec. 24 at 6 p.m., Christmas Eve candlelight service.

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