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cited to present to you the Heartland Living Magazine fall issue. As I see more and more of you around the community I’ve received some wonderful feedback from you about Heartland Living Magazine and where the magazine is headed. To be truthful, we have just begun! People tell me they read the magazine from cover to cover and when looking for a certain business they pick it back up to find a local business for their needs. Since there has never been a more important time to band together and support local businesses and organizations, I encourage you to consider utilizing their professional services, patronizing their businesses and supporting their causes for our community.
I’m happy and proud to share with the community a little about my family tree and our history. Sebring, Florida was a dream come true for my great-grandfather George E. Sebring. His purpose was to build a town where everyone could live, work, worship, play, retire and be happy throughout their life. I have to say, I think he accomplished his dream. This year is Sebring’s 100 Year Centennial and you will find all the celebration events in our Downtown Sebring section on page 56. Come celebrate with US! Our cattle industry is a major player in the state of Florida, contributing near $2 billion to Florida’s economy each year. Ranch division cattle manager Flint Johns from Lykes Bros. Ranch welcomed us on their ranch where they were rounding up calves for shipping. A story I think you will enjoy! October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and I’m so honored Diana Albritton is gracing our cover and sharing her amazing journey where life has taken her so far. Diana is celebrating ten years as a breast cancer survivor and in this issue we honor her and other local ladies who are survivors and who share their unique stories. I would like to dedicate this fall issue to all the survivors and the loved ones who have lost a family member or friend to this horrible disease. A huge thanks to my photographer Rafael who lost his mother to cancer and wanted to give back in her honor through his photography. I think he, along with my graphic designer Bridgette Waldau whose mother is a survivor, made Diana feel like one special lady during the photo shoot. A special dedication from my heart to my children, Sissy & Bub, to their Nana who they loved so much! I love you both! We are also pleased to introduce two new columns, “Outdoor Living” by Dan Echols and grandson Louie and “Healthy Living” by Nicole La Placa.
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Rally the TROOPS IN THE WAR ON BREAST CANCER
We’re at war. Let’s arm ourselves to win. By enlisting passionate soldiers and getting your annual mammogram this mission can be accomplished!
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Florida Hospitals statewide are encouraging everyone to join the fight against breast cancer by enlisting in the Pink Army. The campaign’s goal is to increase awareness so that all women get screened annually and decrease breast cancer deaths. They are also raising money to pay for mammograms for local women in need. Everyone is encouraged to join for free and have some fun while receiving rewards for completing missions. This campaign culminates in a fun, one-mile “Strut” on October 20 at Florida Hospital Sebring designed to allow Heartland ladies a girls-night-out filled with lots of giveaways, music, mocktails and a fabulous special-edition Vera Bradley wristlet. To see complete details or to join, visit www.JoinThePinkArmy.com.
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When you join the Florida Hospital Pink Army, you will receive a set of dog tags as your first reward. Other rewards include a limited-edition charm for your dog tags just for getting a mammogram at any Florida Hospital between October and December 2012. Show your dog tags at any participating business and receive a special gift, service or discount. Your dog tags are good at any vendor statewide, even if you registered in the Heartland area. So visit www.JoinThePinkArmy.com to see all the rewards and discounts are available.
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The Florida Hospital Breast Care Center and the Heartland’s top physicians are working together to bring high quality breast care close to home. Their highly trained staff includes board-certified radiologists, the areas only fellowship trained breast radiologist, registered mammographers, ultrasonographers and nurse navigator to personalize and guide your care. The multidisciplinary team, which includes surgeons, plastic surgeons, radiation and medical oncologists and pathologists, meets regularly to review diagnostic imaging, surgical interventions and treatment plans for optimal management of your breast care. This saves you and your family precious time and the inconvenience of traveling to Tampa or Orlando. Quality breast care is right here in Sebring.
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Registered Nurse and Certified Nurse Navigator Laurie Jones is always there when a breast cancer patient needs her. She helps Florida Hospital’s patients navigate the full spectrum of services from assessing the latest medical research to psychological and nutritional counseling. Whether it’s scheduling appointments, assisting with insurance issues, coordinating procedures, or just a heart-to-heart talk about day-today issues affecting the patient, Laurie is their personal advocate for quality care. Florida Hospital’s Breast Center offers the only Certified Nurse Navigator in the Heartland.
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Florida Hospital’s comprehensive breast program is built on successful national breast care standards and best practices, and offers a comprehensive team approach to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. They are nationally accredited by the American College of Radiology (ACR) and the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA), and certified by the National Consortium of Breast Centers (NCBC). The Breast Care Center was just recently rewarded with the Breast Center of Excellence by the ACR, one of only 61 locations in Florida and the only location in the Heartland. This means they set, and exceed, the highest standards for breast care in the nation. To learn more, visit www.FloridaHospital.com/ Heartland.
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hen Diana Albritton discovered a lump in her breast ten years ago, she never suspected she would have to endure six surgeries, disabling nerve damage and a two year painful course of rehabilitation. While attending a meeting in Las Vegas in January 2002, an unusual breast cancer awareness key chain carried by business woman Ace Hawkins caught Albritton’s eye. The different sized beads were examples of what tumors could feel like. Albritton did a self-exam and found a tumor. “It is important to listen to your intuition…if it is talking to you, there is a reason,” she stated. In Diana’s mind, “removing the cancer was the easy part.” What was important to her was keeping everything in life as “normal” as possible for the people she cared about, especially for her daughter Ricki, who was 12 and in the fifth grade at the time “I didn’t have a fear of dying…I was worried about everyone else,” said Albritton. “DeDe,” as she is known by her friends, had “the perfect life.” This Florida native graduated with a marketing degree from the University of Florida in 1984, studied abroad, married her college sweetheart Scott Albritton, and moved to Sebring in 1986. She had worked as marketing director at Highlands Regional Medical Center and then with Smith Barney brokerage firm for over 10 years. In 2002, she became a representative for Nouveau www.PromoteSkinWellness.com. Albritton has also had her insurance license since 1991, specializing in health and life insurance, Medicare and long-term care plans.
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head, when she was around her daughter she wore a wig. “I just wanted everything to be normal for Ricki,” she explained. The disabling nerve damage in her right arm prevented her from doing even simple things like wearing a bra or styling her hair. She recalled feeling the need to wear a wig even after her own hair started to grow back and putting on a jacket to conceal the heart shaped pillow she used under her right arm to give her comfort.
It “ is important to listen to your intuition … if it is talking to you, there is a reason.” Her husband co-owns Allstar Car Sales at 2671 US Hwy 27 S. in Sebring, with Debra Graves. “She is the bravest lady I know,” said Graves, who works in the same building with Diana and watched her go through surgeries, rehab, and her ultimate return to work. She added that through it all, Diana’s concern and kindness toward others was impressive. After her first mastectomy in 2002, Diana was told she had developed lymphedema, and her lymph nodes would have to be removed. During reconstruction of tissue, more complications 14 | Fall 2012 Heartland
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arose, leaving damage to her shoulder and nerves of her right arm. The acute pain that followed left her unable to work and required years of physical therapy, pain clinics and water therapy. She finished her treatments in August of 2002. When hair started falling out by the handfuls in the shower, Diana couldn’t bring herself to cut it. Instead, she pulled it out. “I couldn’t look in mirror because I didn’t see me,” said Albritton of the frustrations she felt. Though she was comfortable wearing bandanas and hats to cover her balding
When Albritton confided to hairstylist Stephanie Sherrae Hadwin, “I haven’t seen ‘ME’ in the mirror for two years,” Hadwin straightened the new growth and helped Diana finally feel at ease with the way she looked. “She is truly inspiring,” said Hadwin, who was amazed by Albritton’s strength and positive attitude in the face of all she went through. She added, “Diana is the reason I started the pink streaks in Highlands County eight years ago….she was the first wearer of a pink streak.” Albritton still wears a dyed pink strip in the back of her long, flowing hair in support of breast cancer awareness. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time when the American Cancer Society stresses the importance of having yearly screenings. With one out of every eight women having a chance of developing breast cancer and an estimated 230,480 new cases in the United States in 2011, self-exams and mammograms are essential for early detection.
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In 2004, Albritton had an elective mastectomy on her left breast, followed by two reconstructive surgeries. It was at that time that she reached a pivotal point in her pain. It began to change from unbearable, acute pain to a tolerable, chronic “hurt.” She declared, “I wanted my life back…I was ready to be a survivor.”
she had on the sidelines pulling for her to come through.
ten letters, worn and tattered from being read and reread, are tangible reminders
This outgoing 51 year old explained that, even now, it can be overwhelming to her when she thinks about the positive ways in which God is using the challenges she struggled with after breast cancer. The love and support of her parents, Carolyn and John Coarsey, was evident in their actions and advice. One conversation Diana had with her mother while driving to the Moffitt Cancer Center pain clinic had a profound effect on her attitude. She remembers her mother saying, “God has a plan for all our lives, we just need to trust Him and go along for the ride.”
During her recovery, Albritton kept up her State of Florida Health, Life and Annuity License by attending educational seminars in Tampa and Orlando. Throughout the two year rehabilitation, she came to realize that God’s purpose for her life “was to form a business plan where she could serve others.” Now, the information packets Diana gives to new clients at www.AlbrittonInsuranceServices.com include her multicolored, striped “lifesaver” breast cancer awareness ink pens, a vivid reminder that one test, one breast exam, can save a life.
Diana with her hairdresser and friend Stephanie.
“It is important to surround yourself with knowledgeable people that stay passionate about what they do,” said Diana of the doctors and other people that have had a positive effect on her. A bag of cherished cards and handwrit-
of the family and friends whose support sustained her. “They (those cards) meant I’d better go fight,” said Albritton, eyes welling up with tears as she talked about the people
A renewed hope came from those words. Diana said that she prayed for strength and the ability to go back to work …and she prayed that the illness that caused her disability would change her life. As a way to give back to the community, in January 2006 Albritton founded “Lunch Club Wednesday,” a women’s social networking organization whose purpose is to “encourage each other in our endeavors.”
“She is truly inspiring. Diana is the reason I
started the pink streaks in Highlands County eight years ago….she was the first wearer of a pink streak.”
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Albritton is also a member of the Sebring Chamber of Commerce, sits on the board of Habitat for Humanity, attends Grace Bible Church and helps organize fundraisers like the annual Sertoma (Service to Mankind) golf tournament and luau. “Life goes on,” stated Albritton. While her pain is a constant reminder of her breast cancer, she exercises regularly at Gold’s Gym, runs in 5Ks, plays a guitar, kayaks often, shoots a bow, and enjoys her work with clients from N.C., Ga. and Fla.
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Life didn’t return to “normal” for Diana…. It got better, she affirmed. She added, “Look what I can do!” Today, Albritton said she is “happy” and “in love with what she is doing.” She doesn’t “sweat the small stuff,” instead she concentrates on what she “can do.” A bracelet given to Albritton by her friend, Podiatrist Olga Garcia Luepschen, reads “Dream – Inspire – Play”…inspiring words that truly epitomize Diana’s life. ¢
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Heartland Heroes STR8 UP Youth Ministry
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STR8 UP Youth Ministry is a non-denominational faith-based community youth center. STR8 UP is a safe place for middle and high school age young people to learn about Jesus, get academic help, enjoy athletics and more, all under the guidance of mentors. Lake Placid’s STR8 UP opened its doors this past June and has over 200 middle and high school kids registered. The center provides free tutoring by teachers and the use of computers for academic support. The ministry also has many developmental programs such as spiritual, academic, artistic, life skills and career to help develop our local youth into great members of our community, now and in the future. Many sports and recreational activities are also offered. STR8 UP fosters a family environment. Recently, they even took a trip together to Wet-n-Wild. The day was filled with fun, food, and fellowship. Lake Placid’s current hours of operation are Thursday, 3-8pm; Friday, 3-9pm and Saturday, 3-8pm. STR8 UP is praying for additional funding in order to open six days a week. For more information go to their website www. str8up.org or contact Sammy Telesco at (863) 699-1480. (Left) Looking good and having fun on a festival outing. (Below) The large youth group together with their mentors went on a trip to Wet-N-Wild.
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In 1911, when Mr. Sebring first laid eyes on the crystal clear waters of Lake Jackson, then known as Lake Hare, and the pristine surrounding area, he envisioned a religious community built in paradise.
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A man of vision, Sebring established a pioneer community in 1912 that has grown into the “City on the Circle” we know today. He established the Sebring Real Estate Company and the Sebring Development Company, which built many of the area’s historical buildings including the Kenilworth Lodge. The city is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and in 1996 was named a “Florida Main Street Community.”
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Payne Murray Sebring married Ada Ruth “Amy” and they had three children; William “Billy” Sebring, Jacquelyn “Jacquie” Sebring Trevelyan, and Amy “Verdelle” Sebring Medlin, who passed in 2010. William and Jacquelyn have remained lifelong residents of the area.
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Above (L-R) Young Sebring siblings: Jacquie Sebring Trevelyan, Verdelle Sebring Medlin and Billy Sebring. (Right) Today brother and sister, Billy Sebring and Jacquie Sebring Trevelyan.
Jacquie married Thornton Trevelyan on February 14, 1952. They had three daughters; Allyson, Dawn and Dolly, who passed in 2008. Allyson is a home maker and has one son, Charles. Dawn works at Jahna Concrete and has 2 sons and 1 daughter; Craig, Sunni Kay and Justin. Payne is Dolly’s son. Although Jacquie moved away from the area for a brief time while her husband was in the service, Sebring will always be her home. “I wouldn’t want to go anywhere else,” Jacquie stated. “I’m so glad he [grandfather] came here and started this town for us to grow up in.” Jacquie said that growing up a Sebring wasn’t always easy. She explained, “People would think you were rich, and we weren’t.” 24 | Fall 2012 Heartland Living Magazine
Billy married Anne Theresa (Palmer) on January 31, 1954 and they had eight children: Danni Sue Sebring, Cindy Sebring Adams, Chris, Paul, Susie Tucker, Beverly Singley, Randy and Will. Billy recalled stories of his grandfather, who was an avid racing fan. Secretary of the Florida Automobile Racing Association, Mr. Sebring accepted a challenge to drive the full length of the rugged coast of Florida, from Jacksonville to Miami in an open Pathfinder car. He
also designed the original Sebring automobile but only six of the cars were built. Billy described his beloved grandmother Meme as “a tall, stately lady who always wore a hat.” Both of his grandparents were known as immaculate dressers. Billy’s oldest daughter, Danni now works as a nurse at Florida Hospital Heartland Division. To her the family heritage that exists in the small community is what’s special about our city.
“The stories my father shared with me about his childhood and about my grandparents are an inspiration to me. The traditions and values they instilled in our family, I hope to be able to pass those on to my two children,” stated Danni. She has a son and daughter, Jonathan and Victoria. Heartland Living Magazine’s owner and publisher, Cindy Sebring Adams, shares a very important interest with her greatgrandfather. Mr. Sebring published the first edition of the Sebring News on August 1, 1912. Cindy has a daughter and son, Jessica and Jake. “Respect others and have integrity, that’s what he (Billy) taught us,” stated Chris Sebring. He and his wife Kristine are co-owners of Everglades Seasoning in Sebring and co-own B & S Cattle. An avid hunter and fisherman, Chris said that the love of the outdoors is another characteristic that has been passed down
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For the past ten years Carol Goodman has been a school bus driver for the Okeechobee County School District as well as a Food Service Assistant at Okeechobee High School. She and her husband were both very nervous about an approaching surgery that Carol was scheduled to have.
Prior to her laparoscopic hysterectomy at Raulerson Hospital Carol suffered from painful cramps and unpredictable, heavy menstrual cycles. Dr. James l to r: RN Angela Villalpando, Carol Goodman, Dr. Bradfield and RN Erica Lipfert Bradfield performs laparoscopic hysterectomies at Raulerson Hospital. “I can’t say enough about Raulerson Hospital and my wonderful experience there, “ Carol stated. “Honestly, If I knew four years ago a laparoscopic hysterectomy was this easy and painless, I would have done it then,” Carol explained. LAPAROSCOPIC HYSTERECTOMY “Approximately twenty percent of women, at some time, experience prolonged menstrual bleeding, often as they approach menopause,” explains Dr. Bradfield. “In some cases physicians will recommend a hysterectomy as the best avenue for solving this or similar problems,” Dr. Bradfield said. There are all sorts of reasons women have hysterectomies. The most common are bleeding abnormalities, tumors or enlargements of the uterus, problems with endometriosis, pelvic adhesions and pelvic infections. A procedure, such as a hysterectomy, performed laparoscopically, is minimally invasive, replacing the traditional open abdominal incision. The procedure uses small instruments through very small incisions. This results in less pain and scarring and a quicker recovery time. Raulerson Hospital offers many minimally invasive procedures, including: • Appendectomy • Gall Bladder removal • InterStim Therapy (for incontinence) • And more. MINIMALLY INVASIVE Minimally invasive surgery was perfect for Carol who’s very proud of her perfect attendance record at work. Also, Carol did not want to miss out on her summer. In Carol’s case, she only stayed overnight after her procedure. “Everything about the procedure and the stay was pleasantly surprising to me,” Carol said. “ I only had three stitches, I still feel comfortable wearing my bikini and I really feel like nothing even happened, “ Carol noted.
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through the generations. “Every one of us fish today,” he said with a smile as he reminisced about his granddad Payne. Chris and his wife have two daughters, Lindsey and Sarah. Paul Sebring remembers hearing stories about how religious his great-grandfather was. “Sebring was started as a religious community,” he said. Paul has two sons and two daughters, Dewey, Raney, Roudy and Hally. Susie (Sebring) Tucker has taught in the Highlands County School System for 23 years and is a lifelong resident of Sebring. She and her husband, Fred, have two daughters, Kelsey and Hannah. Beverly (Sebring) Singley has been an employee of Highlands County for 12 years and is an active member of the First United Methodist Church which Mr. Sebring founded in 1912. She and her husband, Art, have two sons, Jarrett and Zach. Randy Sebring, number seven as he describes himself, owns Sebring Tractor Service. He remarked that it was “pretty neat” being a Sebring. As he, his wife Julie and their two boys, Dalton and Jack, get older he said, “I would like them to know where Sebring originated from so they could keep the family legacy going.” The youngest, Will Sebring has been the herbicide supervisor for Lykes Bros. Citrus Management Division for 20 years. He and his wife Marcella have one son, George. George E. Sebring died of a heart attack on January 4, 1924, but the descendants of his family tree have branched out across the tri-county area and are a vital part of the community. The entire family is excited to celebrate the 100th Centennial and to share their heritage with our community. ¢
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t is hard to believe that Sebring will be marking its 100th year anniversary this October with the wonderfully unique designed circle that will become the hub for many centennial celebrations. One of the favorite events is the Highlands Art League’s 46th annual Fine Art and Craft Festival.
ShowcasingT he Arts
By Janet King
From its inception in 1966, the tradition of Highlands Art League’s Festival has been a hallmark of the organization’s commitment to promoting the appreciation, study, and development of the arts in Highlands County. The first Festival took place on the porch of the Sebring Tourist Club on North Ridgewood, the site where the Wachovia Bank building now sits. Over the years, the event grew in numbers and in reputation, and now the event brings thousands of artists and tourists to downtown Sebring. The 46th Annual Fine Arts & Crafts Festival takes place on the Circle and its spokes on Saturday, November 3. There is something for everyone in the mix of fine artists on canvas and paper, sculptors in clay and metal, wood turners and carvers, fiber artists, jewelers and more. Wearable art ranges from the fun & funky to fine apparel; functional art is found in basketry and painted furniture. Those looking to brighten their outdoor spaces will find handcrafted planters and fountains as well as sparkling garden sculptures from up cycled glass. The Children’s Tent is a popular destination on West Center Ave. for the young ones to participate in hands-on art activities and everyone enjoys the selections of festival food offered on “Culinary Street”. The Art League has accomplished some truly amazing and impressive feats over the last several years by rescuing and restoring the houses that now constitute what is fondly known as the village where art lives. This has become the heart of art and culture for all of highlands county and has consistently since 1966 brought art programs to the wonderful people who make up this fine community. Don’t miss this year’s Festival, it should be better than ever. As always, this year’s Festival depends on the continued support of businesses and individuals who recognize the benefit to the community of art and cultural activities. Highlands Art League is pleased to recognize these sponsors: Community Redevelopment Agency, Alan Jay Automotive Network, Kahn Citrus Management Progress Energy, Highlands Independent Bank, Heartland National Bank, South Florida State College, David E. Willey, D.M.D., P.L., Kahn Citrus Management, Allison Willey, Realtor and Bill Jarrett Ford.
(Picture right-top to bottom) Exquisitely colored shibouri silk and nuno felted scarves by Clara Carroll of Laingsburg, MI. and Sebring; Elijah, hand-carved wooden horse by 2010 best of show winner Jim Casey of Clermont; sculpted ceramic fountain by 2011 1st place 3D winner Stephen Hoppough of Lake Placid, and Moonlight Palms, oil on canvas, by 2011 Best of Show winner Roy McLendon, Jr., of Vero Beach.
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One Woman Can Change Anything . . . Lunch Club Wednesday By Christy Swift Photos by Travis Brandon One woman can change anything . . . many women can change everything! That’s the slogan on Lunch Club Wednesday’s home page, and it reflects the purpose of the women’s networking group started by Diana Albritton in January 2006. Diana Albritton greets Elle Dewyngaert.
The second Wednesday of every month, between 85 and 150 women in the community get together for a $10 lunch at the Sebring Elks Lodge at 2618 Kenilworth Blvd. Members can be businesswomen, homemakers, students, retirees, entrepreneurs, or anything, really-- as long as they are women. “We (women) all have a lot of things in common,” said Albritton, who hopes that Lunch Club Wednesday members will share ideas, support one another, and come together in a spirit of encouragement.
Lunch Club Wednesday founder Albritton addresses the women.
Members must attend two meetings in a 12-month period. There are no membership fees, and lunch starts at 11:30. Members will receive discounts on products and services offered by other members and have the option to reserve a display table during each event in order to showcase their own goods, services, or non-profit agencies. Each event features a speaker who addresses some topic pertinent to women’s health and well-being, and as many as 25 door prizes are raffled off. A monthly “CeCe Courage Award” is also awarded to a nominated member.
(Above) The group listen to the speakers. (Below) “Rise and Shine” guest speaker Casey Wohl of Downtown Sebring CRA gave a presentation. .
Albritton started the club based on a suggestion from a co-worker, who wondered if there was a forum where women could come together and share ideas. Having recently undergone treatment for breast cancer, Albritton had been looking for an opportunity to focus her energy on a positive undertaking to show her gratitude to God. Her co-worker’s comment struck a chord. Her first meeting, held at Chicanes restaurant, brought in 20 people. Each month the group grew by 10 more women, and currently as many as 150 women attend Lunch Club Wednesday during the winter months. Five dedicated volunteers help Albritton run the show. Albritton hopes that women, even women who are alone in Highlands County, will come out to join the group and make friends and connections. “I want them to feel welcome, because it’s hard being by yourself,” she said. You can find more information and a list of Lunch Club Wednesday members’ products and services at www.lunchclubwednesday.com.
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Denise Grimsley is well prepared to represent us in the Florida Senate! As a fifth generation resident of Florida's Heartland, I understand the needs of our communities. My varied professional career, as a nurse, small business operator, and citrus grower gives me a wide perspective of the challenges faced in these fields. “I got involved in the public arena to help shape a government that’s responsive, not intrusive. I have worked hard to meet the challenges of the last few years and balance our state budget without raising taxes. With your vote on November 6, I will keep working hard for you in Tallahassee.”
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Lykes Brothers Ranch Division By Pamela Glinski Photos By Pamela Glinski
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n a hot August morning with fog still lying heavy in the air, cowboys on horseback are rounding up calves for shipment to Oklahoma, Texas and Kansas.
“Calf season is a busy time of year…we ship about 8,000 calves,” said Lykes Bros. Inc. Ranch Manager Flint Johns. “Our cattle industry is a major player in this state, contributing near $2 billion to Florida’s economy each year,” explained Agricultural Commissioner Adam Putnam. A fifth-generation rancher himself, Putnam knows the industry well. He added, “Approximately 21,000 Florida farms, or 44 percent of all farms in our state, have cattle…five of the country’s largest cow-calf operations are based in Florida.” Of the 300 ranches in this area, Lykes is the biggest in Glades and Highlands County and the fifth largest cattle business in the United States. They own 337,000 acres of land, 180,000 of which is used for its cattle operation, stated Johns, who took over the position of ranch manager last year. Johns, who has a degree in Food and Resources Economics from the University of Florida and a Master in Agricultural Business, has worked for the company for five years. The 31-year-old moved to Okeechobee after marrying his wife Stephanie, an area native. “Commissioner Putnam is a good guy….he really has his pulse on the industry because he comes from it,” stated the redheaded ranch manager who bears a striking resemblance to Putnam. The beef industry is vital to Florida’s economy, providing 31,300 jobs and approximately $90 million in indirect tax revenues. According to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, in 2011 cattle and calves cash receipts alone totaled $502 million. Lykes Bros, Inc. ranch operation employs 100 people; 13 of them are full-time cowboys that still herd cattle from horseback on pristine open range reminiscent of the way it has been done since cattle were first brought to Florida by Ponce De Leon in 1521. It has been said that the modern day cowboy lives a lifestyle that is slowly disappearing as development continues to creep across the state. But for the cowboys at Lykes, brows wet with sweat below their hats and boots dusty from the trail ride, they still believe this a great way of life. 34 | Fall 2012 Heartland
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“I don’t get to ride a horse very often like these guys,” John’s remarked looking with admiration at his crew. “I would like to do that more.” “We could use some more cowboys,” said Johns of the need for people willing to put in the long hours and hard work. “We work 13 to 14 hours a day at this time of year,” explained Travis Brown, (Left) Travis Brown and Flint Johns. (Below) Cattle in the pen ready for shipping.
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One of several holding and shipping facilities on the Lykes’ property, Griffin Pens were named in honor of Freddie Griffin, who retired recently after 30 years with the company. Two of his sons still work for the operation. With a southern politeness that seems pervasive among the cowhands, Brown described branding, dehorning, and tagging the animals. He explained that the “swallow fork” notch in the animal’s ear was there to show the animal had all its shots and had been “worked.” Shortly after birth, each animal is marked with the Lykes’ “L” brand and tagged with an electronic ID tag that makes following the history of the animal possible. Shouts of, “Cows coming!” and “Yee Ha!” filled the air as the black calves were moved towards the waiting livestock trucks. Johns said that the two truck load of Brangus calves being shipped to Oklahoma that morning “will go to grass first…then go on a high concentrated feed to get some size on them before they go to market.” The eight and nine month old calves are
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With the loud continual din of guttural mooing, amid a mixture of dust, flies, fog, and sweat the black herd of beef got rounded up, sorted, weighed and loaded. And a long morning of work ended with the satisfaction of knowing that for one more day a rare breed of hard-working local men were able to “get ‘er done.”
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see a sea of pink: pink shirts, pink jewelry, pink hair... you name it. One of the fearless leaders of our local pink movement is Cathy Albritton. She is the Director of Marketing and Community Relations for Florida Hospital Heartland Division. She has been “telling the story of Florida Hospital” for 11 years and over the last several years, she has been instrumental in the many pink events Seascape Imaging and Florida Hospital have organized. What many may not know is that this wellknown and much-loved member of our community is a 7th generation Floridian with roots in St. Augustine. She was actually born in Walker Memorial Hospital. She enjoys quiet places and art. She is also a breast cancer survivor of 4 years and 7 months. “Any kind of cancer is life changing,” Cathy states. “But I was fortunate not go it alone.” She found a breast cancer website that allowed her to contact an individual in Mississippi by the name of BJ Speed that was diagnosed with the same type of breast cancer just two weeks before her. They went through every process and treatment together, drawing strength from their shared experience. She has also organized a group of ten women in the community that are also survivors to help make a difference and get the message out. Their message is clear: breast cancer isn’t just in October and mammograms are easy and can save your life. “It’s not a club you want to belong to. It’s not the sorority 40 | Fall 2012 Heartland
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I wanted to join. It’s the card we were all dealt,” Albritton states. She now finds great joy in helping others in the community that have been diagnosed and gives plenty of advice to those dealing with that situation. “Don’t get ahead of yourself and only think about your next appointment.” She advises. “Only educate yourself enough for your next appointment and don’t get too far ahead or get on the Internet and scare yourself.” There are also local support groups in the Heartland to help patients, survivors and caretakers. Florida Hospital is also starting its newest “pink movement” called the Pink Army. You can find out more by visiting www.jointhepinkarmy. com. Cathy’s caring nature and ability to laugh at anything (including herself ) has endeared her to many in her personal and professional life. She uses her life experiences to try to make a difference in people’s lives. “Unless you’ve walked that path, you don’t really ‘get it’,” Albritton says. “I just appreciate the small things and treat every day as a gift. I try to remember that you can plan all you want, but things happen. It’s like the sign here in my office: Life is all about how you handle Plan B.”
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Healthy Heartland By Nicole La Placa
Teach your Children Well I grew up with a single parent in an Italian family where food was not only part of our tradition it was part of our life. Meals with the family consisted of sitting at the table or standing in the kitchen for hours talking, laughing and sharing. Being raised by a single parent also meant that eating was on a budget. We ate a lot of rice, beans, casseroles, and crock pot dishes. These types of meals are now considered healthy, whole food, plant based meals. Back then it was just called dinner. Fast food was not an option except for the occasional, once a month drive through or TV dinner. While I was growing up, I spent a lot of time with my grandmother who taught me how to cook. There were many days where we would have food experiments and grandma always smiled as she tried everything I made. Having my grandmother teach me to cook helped provide a solid foundation for nutrition which has continued into my adulthood. I believe that teaching children how to cook and sharing the meal planning with them is important for their health and for family bonding. This allows children to be involved with their parents and away from the television, video games, etc. Cooking with children also teaches them life skills and healthy eating habits.
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I hear a lot about what to feed kids but what about also teaching them how to feed themselves? Here are five tips to help you get started: Get involved: Maximize your time off on the weekend to enjoy a family breakfast. Use cookie cutters to make fun shaped pancakes. Invite the favorite toys or dolls to sit at the table. Be creative! Food is art: Incorporate a rainbow of colors to your dishes. For example, tri color pasta and different colored vegetables. Plan meals together: This opens up communication and gets everyone involved. Experiment: Add spices like paprika, parsley, pepper, and turmeric which are not only colorful but good for you. Start adding these spices slowly to allow the taste buds time to adjust. Have fun Take a healthy ‘night off’ and make some fun, family comfort food like pizza, popcorn, or cookies.
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Fishing the Highlands with Louie By Dan Echols
With the afternoon storms here in the heartland lately and the lightning that usually accompanies them, coupled with the fact that school is back in full swing, my grandson Louie and I have had to change our fishing tactics a little. Instead of late afternoon trips, we’ve switched to going early in the morning. We’re not complaining though because with all the rain we’ve had lately, the lake levels are way up and that’s a good thing. During a recent trip we got out on Lake Charlotte at first light and as the sun was coming up the lake was as slick as glass. Louie started things off by catching a monster of a Bluegill. As always we had a great time and as far as we’re concerned, it just doesn’t get much better.
Echol’s grandson Louie.
Freshwater fishing here in the heartland is without a doubt some of the best anywhere. The fish bite year round and with over a hundred lakes to choose from here in Highlands County, the opportunities are endless.
About Adrian “Louie” Echols Adrian “Louie” Echols was born in the Heartland in 2001. He got his first ultra-light rod and reel combo on his first birthday and caught his first bass at age three. Since then he’s not looked back and has grown to become a most successful fisherman at his current ripe old age of ten. At seven he was presented a certificate by Captain Cefus McRae, Producer of “The Nuts & Bolts of Fishing” Television Show, declaring him to be the very first Junior Pro-Staff Member of that organization. He’s been featured in two major publications, once in Field & Stream, and twice in the Braggin’ rights section of GAFF Magazine. Along with many other articles in newspapers, publications and he even starred in his own episode of the Lunkerville Television Fishing show, simply titled “Louie, Louie”, and currently airing throughout the United States and Canada on the World Fishing Network (WFN). He was recently chosen as the Poster Child for the new Highlands County Lakes Guide. Aside from all of this, Louie is just a kid who loves to fish, and is surrounded by people that love him. He aspires to become a professional fisherman one day, and judging from what he’s accomplished thus far, that might just happen. Louie attends Cracker Trail Elementary School and when he’s not in school he and his grandpa go bass fishing every chance they get. In fact, they are on what they call their “fishin’ mission”, to fish all of Highlands County’s over one hundred lakes. Follow Louie on his Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/FishingTheHighlands 46 | Fall 2012 Heartland
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This October marks the fifth year the Highlands County Humane Society presents Terror Trail. The popular haunted attraction is located at the Humane Society’s shelter near the Sebring Airport. The attraction serves as a major fund raising event with all proceeds going directly to the not-for-profit shelter. Terror Trail is presented every Friday and Saturday night thru the month of October. Tickets will be sold from 7 pm until 10 pm. The attractions remain open until the all ticket holders have been admitted. Terror Trail consists of three separate attractions. Visitors have the option of purchasing a ticket for a single attraction for $7. A ticket for two attractions is $11. A “super ticket” good for all three attractions is $15 and includes a free glow stick. Parking is free and light concessions are available. All proceeds go directly to the Humane Society of Highlands County. Parents are cautioned the event is designed for teens and adults and is too intense for children. A special “not scary” time for children will be featured on Sunday, October 28th starting at 2 pm, continuous until 5 pm. Children will be able to walk a friendly trail with games and prizes along the way. The Humane Society is located at 7321 Haywood Taylor Blvd. in Sebring. Please contact us at 863.214.6508 for further information.
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What is inName? a By David Padgitt, Branch Manager for PRP Wine
It
can get very confusing when it comes to the names of wines. Most Old World (European) wines are named after the place where the grapes are grown and the wine is made. This is in part due to tradition but also due to European Union wine laws. If all the grapes come from a particular region the region must be on the bottle. The grape type is not required to be on the bottle. A good example of this is Chianti. All Chianti’s must come from the Tuscany region of Italy. They must also use particular grapes but more on that later. Many New World (non-European) wines are named after the grape. Many times the area is also in the name but not always. For example, the wine may be called a Chardonnay. The zone, region, country, state etc. may also be on the bottle but is not necessarily always the case. Keep in mind that the United States wine laws are very relaxed compared to the EU (European Union) wine laws. A good example of this would be a Sonoma Cabernet Sauvignon. By U.S. wine laws only 75% of the grapes need to be from Sonoma and only 75% of the grapes need to be Cabernet Sauvignon. The other 25% can be from any grape and from anywhere in the world. Makes you wonder what you are drinking?
So, in getting back to EU wines you may be wondering how you know what grapes are in the wines you are drinking. The chart in this article may help you in deciphering all of this and shows the grapes that are allowed in a region to be used in the wines. You may be surprised at the grape type in some of your favorite EU wines. I hope this guide will help you to decide what wine, from what regions and made from what grapes that you tend to enjoy. The most important thing about wine is to drink what you enjoy and to drink it with the people you enjoy most! In the next issue we will discuss some general wine information. If you have any questions about wine email them to me at dpadgitt@prpwine.com. I will answer your questions in the next issue.
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Beaujolais from France Gamay Bordeaux from France (Red) Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Etc. Bordeaux from France (White) Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Muscadelle Burgundy from France (Red) Pinot Noir Burgundy from France (White) Chardonnay Chablis from France Chardonnay Champagne from France Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier Chateauneuf-du-Pape from France Grenache, Mourvedre, Syrah, Etc. Chianti from Italy Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Etc. Chotes du Rhone from France Grenache, Mourvedre, Carignan, Etc. Port from Portugal Tourigna Nacional, Tinta Barroca, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinto Cao, Etc. Pouilly-Fuissee, Macon, Saint Veran from France Chardonnay Rioja from Spain (Red) Tempranillo, Grenache, Etc. Sancerre/Pouilly-Fume from France Sauvignon Blanc Sauternes from France Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc Sherry from Spain Palomino Soave from Italy Garganega, Etc. Valpolicella from Italy Corvina, Molinara, Rondinella Some information from this article came from Wine for Dummies and Wines of the World.
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The Bulb Bin
The Bulb Bin is a family owned and operated business since 1989. We started as a small single store front and grew to seven. When the building industry collapsed, we downsized to five. For those of you, who think we have closed up, think again! We have the same entrance, but gave up our highway frontage. We are still here and want your business! Even though we are most known as a fan and lighting showroom, we also sell all kinds of light bulbs, from the common to the uncommon. We are also extremely competitively priced and urge you to shop our prices against the big box stores. You will be pleasantly surprised! We consider our service and knowledge of our products to be our biggest asset, and invite you to bring us your lighting questions. Our goal is to help you find the right product for you at the right price.
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2012 ADAM BRYANT MINIMAL REGATTA Okeechobee, Florida Grab your boats and paddles and bring them down to Scott Driver Park in Okeechobee on Saturday, October 6 for the Kiwanis Club of Okeechobee’s second annual Adam Bryant Minimal Regatta. This event is a homemade boat race whereby boats are constructed from one 4’x 8’ sheet of luan plywood, two 12’ two by fours, one roll of duct tape, one pound of screws, and all the paint you can find. The event is in memorial of Adam Bryant, a past Builder’s Club and Key Club member whose life was shortened by a devastating spinal cord injury. Funds raised go towards sending a graduating high school senior through Fire/EMT training, as Adam was studying to be a professional Firefighter/EMT at the time of his accident. This event is all about family fun and creativity. In addition to the wild boat races, there will be bounce houses, obstacles courses, face painting, food, and more for the kids. Admission is free. The races will start at 9 AM on Saturday morning. If you are looking for even more fun, we will be having a boat check-in party and dinner on Friday, October 5 starting at 5 PM. If you are interested in racing or for more information, please contact J.D. Mixon at 863-634-1778 or visit our website at www.MinimalRegatta.com. South Florida State College Museum of Florida Art and Culture
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MOFAC he SFSC Museum of Florida Art and Culture (MOFAC) Thistory, uses art to educate the public about Florida’s unique heritage, and environment.
REGULAR EXHIBITS/PROGRAMS THIRD THURSDAY AT MOFAC During its season, SFSC MOFAC hosts monthly programs in which artists and guest speakers discuss an exhibit on display. WILDFLOWER WAYSIDE SHRINE TRAIL Open year-round on the SFSC Highlands Campus, MOFAC’s Wildflower Wayside Shrine Trail incorporates art into a short walking trail through pristine scrubland. South Florida State College Museum of Florida Art and Culture SFSC Highlands Campus | 600 W. College Dr., Avon Park Open Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 12:30-4:30 p.m., and one hour before each Artist and Matinee series performance. MOFAC is open by appointment for group tours. For information, call 784-7240 or 453-6661.
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Southern Recipes by Layne Prescott
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Come Celebrate the Centennial in Historic Downtown Sebring!
Centennial Celebration Events October 5-7: Celebrating 100 Years of Sebring With 100 Years of Motorcycling at 9th Annual Run to the Heartland October 12: Sebring High School Homecoming Football Game October 12: Destination Downtown Sebring's 2nd Annual Halloween Bash-Centennial Style October 13: Sebring Centennial Bed Race October 13: Circle of Truth Concert October 15: Sebring Centennial Celebration BBQ, Parade & More! October 16: Rotary Club Centennial Luncheon October 16: Sebring City Council Centennial Reception October 17: Sebring Centennial Community Church Service October 18: Chamber Centennial Celebration: Mixer, Street Dance & Time Capsule Dedication October 19: Blessing of Businesses Luncheon October 19: Centennial Boat Parade
For more information about the Centennial specials, promotions and events, visit www.DowntownSebring.org
The following Downtown Sebring merchants are offering special "Celebrate the Centennial" discounts and promotions during the month of October.
Children’s Museum of the Highlands Frames & Images Greater Sebring Chamber of Commerce Habitat for Humanity ReStore Highlands Little Theater James R. Hahn Productions Kathy’s Consignment Kenilworth Lodge LK Artworks Scosta Supply & Interiors Somo’s Deli Still Chic Boutique
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