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Another part of the electorate streams to various polling places, taking advantage of early voting options. Of course, there are also those who prefer the tradition of voting on Election Day itself. Whatever method they use, those casting ballots have the opportunity to weigh in on races and issues, ranging from who will be Florida’s representatives in Congress, to who will occupy the state’s governor’s mansion, to who will make local decisions affecting everything from job creation, to
road congestion, to the quality of local schools. Pasco and Hillsborough voters also will decide the outcome of 12 constitutional amendments or revisions. In Pasco, voters also will decide the fate of four general obligation issues to pay for a jail expansion; additional fire protection; enhanced libraries; and, enhanced parks.The bonds would be repaid through increased See VOTING, page 19A
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Pickin’ out the perfect pumpkin Visitors to the Family Fun Festival at Seal Swim School, 19509 N. Dale Mabry Highway in Lutz, could pick from a wide assortment of the seasonal orange orbs in a pumpkin patch, and could also enjoy pumpkin painting, arts and crafts, food, music, a bounce house and a costume parade. Proceeds from pumpkin sales and the festival help promote water safety and the school’s special needs program. Hundreds turned out for the fun fall event. Above, despite the large crowds, 4-year old Kyle Floyd, of Lutz, is able to share a quiet moment in the pumpkin patch with his dad, Jason, while enjoying a frozen treat.
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This group seemed to be having a great time playing a game during the Family Fun Festival at Seal Swim School. They are, front row, from left: Kali Riddick, Aliyah Headley and Skyla Headley. Back row, from left: Stephanie Hosang (Kali's Mom) and Mia Headley.
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Duke Energy plans to install a new substation and transmission lines to meet the electrical demands of the growing population and businesses in Lutz and Land O’ Lakes. The energy company had a public open house at the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Lutz to share its plans. Those attending could drop by multiple booths, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., to learn the particular’s about the project’s engineering and potential impacts to traffic, the environment and vegetation. Construction for the new substation is planned to start January 2020 at an open field in Land O’ Lakes, where Morgan Road and Land O’ Lakes Boulevard intersect. A 230-kV line and two 69-kV lines will run from the new substation to the existing Denham substation on State Road 54. Three routes are being considered: • Route 1 would run down the eastside of Land O’ Lakes Boulevard heading south, then turning east on to Carson Drive where See DUKE, page 19A
Anyone who has driven along the State Road 54/State Road 56 corridor during the past few years can easily see that the landscape is rapidly changing in Pasco County. Subdivisions and businesses are popping up everywhere, and the need for medical services continues to grow. Responding to that explosive growth and to evolving patient needs is only part of the equation, though. Keeping up with medical advances, staying abreast of new treatment approaches, equipping hospital staff with leading edge technology and adjusting to changes in government regulation, are other elements in Medical Center of Trinity’s quest to set itself apart for its quality of care, said Leigh Massengill, the hospital’s chief executive officer, during a recent North Tampa Bay Chamber luncheon. “We try to strategize very carefully to meet the needs of the growing community, to identify the things that people are going to need — recognizing that health care is changing at a fast pace while we’re trying to make those decisions,” Massengill said. For instance,“more and more things are being done on an outpatient basis. “Whoever thought that you could get your total knee replaced in an ambulatory
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Leigh Massengill, the chief executive officer of Medical Center of Trinity, was the featured speaker at a recent North Tampa Bay Chamber luncheon.
surgical setting and go home the same day? What next?” While the main hospital campus is now on State Road 54, the hospital had its start in See TRINITY, page 19A
Recreational options expand in northern Hillsborough By Kevin Weiss
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Carrollwood Village Community Park is finally a reality — and ready for the public to enjoy. Situated on a 50-acre site that was once home to the now-offline Dale Mabry Wastewater Treatment Plant, the “passive” community park offers a number of amenities. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Oct. 19 to celebrate the partial completion of Phase I of the park. Features include a dog park, a multi-use trail, exercise stations, picnic shelters, a pond, an open lawn, restrooms and parking. A splash pad, playground and amphitheater are set to open by February, marking the completion of Phase I construction of the park. Planning for the park, which is at 4680 West Village Drive in Tampa, began years ago. Carrollwood residents weighed in during a series of community meetings dating back to 2014. The original idea for a new park in Carrollwood became a community-driven, grassroots effort after word spread more than four years ago that the wastewater site was being retired. Hillsborough County Commissioner Ken Hagan was among those who championed the idea of funding the park, and the Hillsborough County Commission approved the $6.5 million park project last May. Hagan, a northwest area resident who grew up in Carrollwood, said the county “had a rare opportunity to do something special” with the large green space that was once home to the wastewater plant for
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Hillsborough County Commissioner Ken Hagan called the new Carrollwood Village Community Park ‘an oasis in Carrollwood Village,’ during an Oct. 19 ribbon cutting ceremony.
more than 40 years. He characterized the new park as “an oasis in Carrollwood Village.” “This park will be a centerpiece for the entire community to enjoy,” Hagan said during the festivities.“It will be one-of-a kind, right in the heart of Carrollwood Village, and a great place to relax, exercise, have fun with your pet, and take a break from your fast-paced day.” At the ceremony, Hagan also announced the county has allocated another $3.5 million for Phase II construction of the park. Potential amenities may include the following, subject to community input and funding: An observation pier, shade canopies, solar trail lighting, a skate park/pump track, a community nature center, a pedestrian boardwalk, water fountains, a bridge/trellis, an event pavilion, a secondary playground and landscaping/garden area. “There’s still plenty of room to grow,” Hagan said. The Carrollwood Village Community
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Park adds to a list of more than 170 neighborhood parks in the county. It is expected to become the county’s “most amenity-rich community park” once all phases are complete, said Rick Valdez, who is Hillsborough County’s parks and recreation director. “We have skate parks that are skate parks, splash pads that are splash pads — this will have it all,”Valdez explained. “There’s a lot of things that make this place special,” he added.“It’s very rare that we get $10 million to build a park, so we are paying attention to the smallest details, and just also going and getting input from the community, and just giving the community what they want.” Local residents are excited about the park’s possibilities. Dawn Hudson is president of the Carrollwood Park Conservancy — the group responsible for initially spearheading the park project. “Parks make life better,” Hudson said.“I think it will draw people from 10 to 15
miles — someplace for people to go.” She said the opportunity to build another park in Carrollwood would not have been possible without the retirement of the wastewater site and the simultaneous collaboration of local residents. “We carried our vision through, and here we are. It’s pretty amazing,” she said. Hudson said she’s most looking forward to helping plant a botanical garden that will make the park “really interesting to walk through.” The addition of a “nature play” playground is another feature that will stand out, she said.“It’s not going to be your plain jane swings and slides,” Hudson said. “It’s going to be a place where you use your imagination to play, like running up a hill, hiding behind a big rock, crawling through a tunnel.” Park hours will normally be from sunrise to sunset, with staff on-site to facilitate programming and provide maintenance. Another unique aspect of the park: It is home to a 1,200-square-foot, 24-hour indoor fitness facility used exclusively by Hillsborough County Sheriff’s deputies. In essence, that creates built-in security — with officers working out around the clock on park grounds. The workout facility is in a former administration building structure at the wastewater plant. Everything else associated with the former treatment plant has been demolished, with the exception of two reclaimed water tanks, pump stations and fencing. A grand opening for the park will take place sometime in early 2019 after Phase I construction is complete. For more information on the park, visit CarrollwoodVillagePark.com.
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A view looking over the shoulder of Bill Mickelsen, during last year’s performance by The Florida Orchestra Brass Quintet at Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park. This year, members of The Florida Orchestra will perform a ‘Brass with a Beat’ concert at Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park on Oct. 27, followed by the movie ‘Little Shop of Horrors.’
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The Florida Orchestra will amplify the field of Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park with a live performance on Oct. 27. Hosted by the Heritage Park Foundation, the “Brass with a Beat” event will be free to the public and starts at 5 p.m. This will mark the orchestra’s second year performing on the park’s stage, which opened in 2017, after a persistent and collaborative effort to create a venue for community events. The orchestra’s Daniel Black will lead an 18-piece ensemble of brass and percussion instruments to play fanfares and notable works. “[We’d] like this to be a roaring success, something the community can get behind and just enjoy,” said Sandy Graves of the Heritage Park Foundation. Attendees will be charged a $5 parking fee and are asked to bring their own chairs or blankets.
The Florida Orchestra’s “Brass with a Beat” WHERE: Heritage Park, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd in Land O’ Lakes WHEN: Oct. 27, 5 p.m. COST: Free DETAILS: The Florida Orchestra will put on a brass and percussion concert, which will be followed by an evening movie. INFO: Call Heritage Park at (813) 929-1229.
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Books for Troops is hosting its Pinwheels for Patriots fundraiser honoring veterans and supporting library programs. Pinwheel gardens can be found at local businesses and at Lutz Memorial Park. If you’d like to sponsor a pinwheel at the memorial park or at the Old Lutz School House, email booksfortroops@verizon.net, or visit BooksForTroops.org. Pinwheels will be available until Nov. 1.
HALLOWEEN PARTY
The Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave., in Carrollwood, will host “A Scary Good Time Halloween Party” Oct. 31 at 6 p.m., for children and teens.There will be festive crafts, a spook-tacular movie, and candy. For information, call (813) 273-3652.
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Frank Tiano Enterprises will host a radiocontrolled aircraft spectacular,“12 O’Clock High,” Oct. 25 to Oct. 27 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Paradise Field in Lakeland.The skies will buzz with replica warplanes, biplanes and planes of yesteryear.There also will be a food court and hobby vendors.The cost is $10 at the gate, which includes parking and a pit pass. Children age 12 and younger are free. For information, visit FrankTiano.com.
SAINT LEO HAUNTED HOUSE
Saint Leo University will host its annual Haunted Marmion on Oct. 25 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., in Marmion-Snyder Hall, 33701 State Road 52 in St. Leo.All floors of the residence hall will be transformed into a “Stranger Things” haunted house.Trick-ortreating will take place on two floors at Snyder Hall.There also will be games, crafts and other activities in The Lion’s Den, for younger participants and those who don’t like to be scared.Admission is free. Donations of canned/nonperishable food items will be accepted. For information, contact Kari Grippo at kari.grippo@saintleo.edu or (352) 5888379.
FLORIDA ORCHESTRA
The Florida Orchestra will give a free performance at St. Joseph’s Hospital-North, 4211 Van Dyke Road in Lutz, Oct. 25 at 10 a.m., in the Garden Lobby Atrium.The orchestra’s brass and percussion sections will team up under the baton of Assistant Conductor Daniel Black. Refreshments and hors d’oeuvres will be served.Valet parking also will be free.
FOLK FAIR
The SPIFFS 44th annual International Folk Fair will take place Oct. 26 to Oct. 28 at Vinoy Park in St. Petersburg.There will be ethnic cuisine, folk dancing, music, cultural displays, crafts, and entertainment on two stages. General admission is $10. Students pay $6, and children age 6 and younger are free. For tickets and information, visit SpiffsFolkFair.org.
FAMILY MOVIE
Youth of Unity North Tampa, 19520 Holly Lane in Lutz, will host a Family Movie Night on Oct. 26. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the movie starts at 7 p.m.The cost is $5. Snacks and beverages also will be available for a donation.All proceeds will help youth attend Unity Regional Retreats. For information, call (813) 948-4884.
HAUNTED HOUSE ON 41
The Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., will host the “Haunted House on 41” Oct. 26 and Oct. 27 from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.There will be free popcorn and drinks, and opportunities to take photos with some of the characters.The event is not recommended for small children.Admission is $1 per person. For information, call (813) 929-1229.
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The Dade City Woman’s Club and the Pioneer Florida Museum & Village will present “Spook-tacular” Oct. 26 and Oct. 27 from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m., at the Pioneer museum, 15602 Pioneer Museum Road in Dade City. For ages 12 and younger, there will be a guided stroll with a “Hocus Pocus” theme. For ages 12 and older, there will be a Haunted Hay Ride with a Jeepers Creepers
Our Lady of the Rosary Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, 2348 Collier Parkway in Land O’ Lakes, will host its 22nd annual Trunk or Treat on Oct. 26 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. There also will be a snack table in the courtyard. No scary or immodest costumes will be allowed. For information, call (813) 949-4565.
The Turning Point Church, 14312 17th St., in Dade City, will host its seventh annual “Blessings & Treats” fall festival on Oct. 31 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.There will be music, bounce houses, a photo station, face painting, a cupcake walk, hay ride, snacks and candy.
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The San Antonio Citizens Federal Credit Union will sponsor a Trunk or Treat at the Wesley Chapel Fall Festival on Oct. 27 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., at The Grove on Wesley Grove Boulevard. There will be awards for best costumes, best family costumes and best decorated vehicle. Cars should arrive at 3 p.m., to participate. For information, call Simply Events at (727) 674-1464.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay will host a volunteer/mentor orientation Oct. 30 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Wesley Chapel Honda, 27750 Wesley Chapel Blvd. For information, contact Deb Kristol-Irwin at (813) 997-6881 or DebK@bbbstampabay.org.
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theme.There also will be an Indian corn maze. Concessions will be open.Admission is $5 for everyone, with free parking. For information, call Laurie Padavan at (352) 457-1409.
BRASS WITH A BEAT
The Florida Orchestra will present a free concert,“Brass with a Beat,” Oct. 27 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd. Preferred parking will cost $5.There will be a food truck, beer and wine, and the movie “Little Shop of Horrors” at 8 p.m.
CHURCH FALL FEST
Myrtle Lake Baptist Church, 2017 Reigler Road in Land O’ Lakes, will host a Fall Fest on Oct. 27 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.There will be indoor games, prizes, candy and more.To register, visit tinyurl.com/yc6u54ek.
DADE CITY SYMPHONY
The Dade City Symphony will present “A Little Bit of This & A Little Bit of That” Oct. 27 at 7 p.m., at Pasco Middle School, 13925 14th St., in Dade City, in the auditorium. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.The free event is general seating. For information, visit DadeCitySymphony.com.
FALL PLANT OUT
Watson Park Community Garden in Dade City will host a “Fall Plant Out” on Oct. 27 from 9 a.m. to noon.All vacant gardens plots will be planted with veggies and seeds.Volunteers that register and participate will receive veggie transplants to take home. Bring water, a hat, sunscreen and closed-toe shoes. No pets allowed. For information, contact Eden Santiago Gomez at esantiagogomez@pascocountyfl.net or (352) 518-0156.To register, visit bit.ly/fallplantout.
FAMILY FAITH FEST
The Catholic Diocese of St. Petersburg will celebrate 50 years of ministry by hosting a “Family Faith Fest” Oct. 27 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at Al Lopez Park in Tampa.The diocese includes Pasco, Hillsborough, Hernando, Citrus and Pinellas counties.There will be street performers, face painters, carnival games, gift and food vendors, and more. Admission is free, but registration is required to accommodate for parking and other amenities. Donations of nonperishable food will be accepted. For information, visit LadyRosary.org or FamilyFaithFest.org.
HALLOWEEN HOWL
Main Street Zephyrhills will present “Halloween Howl” Oct. 27 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., in downtown Zephyrhills.There will be safe trick-or-treating, a haunted house, a hay ride, a costume parade, bounce houses, carnival games, entertainment at the band stage, pony rides and a petting zoo, and more.Admission is free. For information, visit MainStreetZephyrhills.org.
FALL FESTIVAL
The 14th annual Wesley Chapel Fall Festival will be Oct. 27 and Oct. 28 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., at The Grove.There will be live music; a business expo; food and beverages; arts and crafts; interactive craft activities; a pet parade and costume contest on Saturday at 11:30 a.m.;Trunk or Treat on Saturday from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.; and a Mr. & Mrs. Pumpkin Pageant on Sunday at 11 a.m. For information, call Simply Events at (727) 674-1464.
ACADEMY FESTIVAL
East Pasco Adventist Academy, 39434 Centennial Road in Dade City, will host a Fall Festival on Oct. 28 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.There will be food, a jail, a pie-baking contest, vendors, face painting, photo ops, games, prizes, a cupcake walk, bounce house, remove control car racing, a bubble ball battle and more.Admission is free. Tickets for food and activities will be sold at the door.
REPTILE PRESENTATION
Glenn Barolotti will give a nature talk at the Upper Tampa Bay Conservation Park, 8001 Double Branch Road in Tampa, on Oct. 28 at 2 p.m., about reptiles of Hillsborough County.The lecture will be in the nature center. Barolotti will share field experience, and how he captures photos and researches the area’s most threatened and rarest reptiles and amphibians. Admission is free. Park entry is $2 per vehicle (up to 8 people). Kids age 18 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. For information, call (813) 853-1177.
SENSORY STORY TIME
The Lutz Branch Library, 101 W. Lutz Lake Fern Road, will offer a Sensory Story Time on Oct. 29 at 6:30 p.m., for kindergarten through fifth grade. Children with autism spectrum disorder can take part in movement, music, stories and directed sensory play.The event is limited to 10
The American Victory Ship, at 705 Channelside Drive in Tampa, will present “UnDead in the Water,” an interactive, disturbing attraction featuring brain and heart-eating zombies. Participants must escape the infestation by making their way through the ship. Dates are Oct. 25, Oct. 26, Oct. 27 and Oct. 31 from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. General admission is $13, and $10 for active military, veterans and first responders. Tickets can be purchased by calling TicketWeb at (866) 468-7630, online at TicketWeb.com, or in person aboard the American Victory Ship.
SIX-ROOM DRAMA
The First Baptist Church of Lutz, 18116 U.S. 41, will present Judgement House’s “Payback,” a six-room drama, Oct. 26, Oct. 27 and Oct. 28. For showtimes and reservations, call (813) 949-7495.Walk-ins are welcome.
HALLOWEEN TRAIN
The Central Pasco & Gulf Railroad will offer Halloween train rides through Oct. 27 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., through Crews Lake Park, 16739 Crews Lake Drive in Spring Hill. Ride the train early with younger riders, or after dark for adults. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.Tickets sales are from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.The cost is $6 per person. Kids age 1 year and younger are free. Expectant mothers will not be permitted to ride. For information, visit CPGRR.com.
PUMPKIN PATCH EXPRESS
The Florida Railroad Museum will offer its Pumpkin Patch Express train rides Oct. 27 and Oct. 28, with departure times of 10 a.m., 1 p.m., and 4 p.m. Boarding begins 30 minutes prior to departure.Tickets start at $18.50 for adults, $14.50 for kids ages 1 to 11; and free for kids age 1 and younger. For information, visit FRRM.org.
SPOOKY TRAIN
The Concourse, 11919 Alric Pottberg Road in Shady Hills, will run a Spooky Train on Oct. 26 and Oct. 27 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Board the train and experience a scary miniature train ride around a pond, through the woods and past Pasco Safety Town. Cruise by the swamp shack and go through the spider tunnel.There also will be live actors and special effects. Participants can wear costumes.The sunset ride (for young and easily frightened children) runs from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., the fright ride runs from 7:15 p.m. to 10 p.m. Each ride is $3. Children less than 1 year old are free. Food concessions will be available. For information, contact Bill Donati at (727) 639-7639 or info@theconcourse.org.
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The Wesley Chapel Fall Festival is back again for its 14th year, ready to offer festivalgoers a variety of ways to have seasonal fun. Festivities will include a Glow Party, where participants wear glow bracelets and necklaces, while dancing to a live DJ performance. On Oct. 27 at 4 p.m., children are encouraged to come out with their Halloween costumes for Trunk-or-Treat, where they can collect candy from vehicle trunks at the festival. Other offerings include a Bounce House with a $5 play-all-day fee; a $30 wristband will grant unlimited access to 12 to 14 rides at the carnival, including a Ferris wheel and Gravitron. On Oct. 26 only, there’s a buyone, get-one free deal for the carnival. Visitors can buy a variety of items from food trucks, and there will be pumpkinpainting, a petting zoo and a business expo, too. There’s a pet costume contest on Oct. 27 at 11 a.m., with a $5 entry fee.The following day, there’s a pumpkin pageant for kids at 11 a.m.
Wesley Chapel Fall Festival WHERE: The Grove at Wesley Chapel, 6105 Wesley Grove Blvd., in Wesley Chapel WHEN: Oct. 26, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Oct. 27 and Oct. 28, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. COST: Free DETAILS: Guests can enjoy a glow party, carnival rides, contests and live performances. INFO: Contact Drew Cecere at (727) 674-1464 or drew@simplyeventsfl.com.
There also will be live band and community performances on two stages at the event. Some of the acts include Kris Pierce, George Pennington III and Jessica Rose Powell. Proceeds will help K-9 Heroes 4 Our Heroes, Relay for Life of East Pasco and The Stano Foundation. The fest will be outdoors at The Grove at Wesley Chapel plaza, on Oct. 26 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.; and, on Oct. 27 and Oct. 28, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission and parking are free. The Suncoast Credit Union is hosting the event.
Dade City set to give locals a ‘Spook-tacular’ time By Brian Fernandes
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Spook-tacular The Dade City Woman’s Club will host its first ‘Spook-tacular’ on the evenings of Oct. 26 and Oct. 27. The event will be held on the grounds of the Pioneer Florida Museum, at 15602 Pioneer Museum Road in Dade City. The public event will take place from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m., each day, with an admission charge of $8 and free parking. Guests can attend in costume, and will be greeted with concession stands offering such foods as candy apples, popcorn, cotton candy and snow cones. Attendees will be able to walk through a haunted cemetery, as well as an Indian corn maze and may bump into a variety of zombies. A “Hocus Pocus” segment will be offered for those under age 12, with a guided tour and history of the Salem witches. Those age 12 and over can attend the “Jeepers Creepers” area where they can
WHERE: Pioneer Florida Museum, 15602 Pioneer Museum Road in Dade City WHEN: Oct. 26 and Oct. 27, 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. COST: $8 admission DETAILS: This Halloween-themed event allows visitors to roam through a corn maze, go on a hayride, visit a cemetery and enjoy some food. INFO: Contact Laurie Padavan at (352) 457-1409 or lap@centurylink.net.
rock around in the Haunted Hayride. “We’re hoping that this is something they anticipate for years to come,” said Laurie Padavan, president of Dade City’s Woman’s Club. Proceeds will help support restoration work at the historic woman’s club building in Dade City. Attendees are asked to bring only service pets.
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ocal residents have counted on Cornerstone Pros for their air conditioning service since 2006, and many of these customers now turn to the Land O’ Lakes company for their electrical and plumbing needs. “We expanded into electrical and plumbing several years ago because our customers kept asking if we could help them with other home services,” said Dana Spears, founder and president of the company. “They trusted us and were comfortable having us in their homes, and we wanted to accommodate them.” Today Cornerstone Pros is the only residential HVAC company in central Pasco to offer homeowners one-stop shopping and service for air conditioning, heating, plumbing and electrical services. There are many advantages to using Cornerstone for ongoing maintenance of your home’s primary mechanical systems. 1. Every employee passes a stringent background check and drug tests before they are allowed to enter your home. “We hire people who are genuine, honest, trustworthy, clean-cut and live their life with good ethics and morals,” said Spears. “Most employees are local people who live in our service area, and they are very committed to their work and community.” 2. All technicians have the appropriate certifications and licenses. “All of our technicians are specialists who have specific, ongoing training in their fields,” said Dana. “This means our A/C guys are experts at air conditioning, and they only go out on HVAC calls. Our licensed electricians and plumbers are assigned specifically for electrical and plumbing work. There is no cross over between the trades — your technician is always qualified to diagnosis your problem, recommend a solution and qualified to do
the work to meet the industry’s highest standards.” 3. Cornerstone warrantees all of its work, and the company’s satisfaction guaranteed policy applies to every job. “We have a dedicated team of experienced technicians who follow up on any warranty problem. There is no charge for this service, and the tech keep coming back until the problem is 100 percent resolved,” explains Spears. 4. Cornerstone maintains a customer database of all work completed on your home, similar to the historical data your automotive dealership maintains on your vehicle. “Our database is continually updated, so we always know what and when a service was completed, and what parts were ordered,” said Spears. “Having the history of your
home’s maintenance for A/C, electrical and plumbing all at one place is a tremendous convenience for homeowners, especially for those who do not keep detailed records and files.” 5. Preventative maintenance is essential to keep your home’s systems in proper working order so they don’t stop working when you need them most — such as the hottest day of the year, or when you have visitors staying with you. “We have very affordable residential maintenance packages, which range from $15/month for one service area, to just $24/month for all three — HVAC, electrical and plumbing,” said Spears. 6. Customers with maintenance agreements are preferred customers, which means they get service first at a discounted price. “When you have an emergency at your home, you are a priority client
and we send a technician to your home first,” said Spears. 7. Cornerstone recently opened a 6,000 square-foot warehouse so that techs have everything they need when they go on a service call. “Every morning our vans are fully stocked with everything our technicians need, which means on most calls, we will be able to solve a customer’s problem on the first visit,” said Spears. In addition to air conditioning, electrical and plumbing services, Cornerstone also provides customers with portable and whole-house generators, and is one of largest Generac distributors in the region. It is also the exclusive distributor for Westinghouse Progressive Series of water treatment equipment, which works around the clock to provide your home with refined, clean soft water. Clothes and linens will be softer, brighter and last longer, and your plumbing fixtures, dishwasher and refrigerator will be free of water spots, scaling and soap scum. Cornerstone, which has 65 employees and a fleet of 35 trucks, always strives to go above and beyond customer expectations. Phones are answered 24/7, and technicians are available around the clock, including weekends and holidays “We are successful because we’ve built our business on reputation and trust,” said Dana. “We always stand behind the work of our employees, and everyone of our employees strive to make customers happy every day.”
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ere’s a simple way to cut years off your home mortgage and potentially save yourself thousands of dollars in interest. By making just one extra payment a year, or by spreading that one extra mortgage payment over 12 months, you can do just that, say experts. “If you have a nest egg and are in a good place financially, put a little extra money to work to cut the mortgage term and add equity faster,” suggests PNC Bank’s Staci Titsworth, regional manager for mortgages. Titsworth offers strategies to help make the extra payments easier to handle. “A good way to do this is to take a tax refund or year-end bonus and apply it to the principal of your mortgage. It’s simple to do on a yearly basis, plus you are not parting with a large portion of your regular paycheck to fund that extra payment,” she says. Another strategy is to add a little extra to each month’s mortgage payment, and apply it to the principal.
As an example, with $200,000 borrowed at a 4.5 percent fixed rate, making one extra payment of $1,013 annually can take 4.25 years off the loan and save more than $2,500 in interest. Double that extra payment and you could shorten the term by seven and a half years and save more than $9,600 in interest. In the early years of a 30-year mortgage, the bulk of the payment goes toward interest, and the interest is calculated on the outstanding principal balance, so every extra dollar that you can put toward that balance is going to take cost off the back end of the mortgage. “We talk to our customers about their complete financial picture, from their loans to savings to retirement. We know that most people want to retire in a financially sound position, and typically their biggest debt is a mortgage,” says Titsworth. More tips and resources can be found at www.pnc.com.
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lex and Jessica Brightman were one of the first Ashton Woods homeowners in Asturia, a masterplanned community in Odessa, along the State Road 54 corridor. Two years later, the young couple will be bringing home their second child to their Ashton Woods home, when their son is born in January. “We just love our Ashton Woods home and living in Asturia,” said Alex, who works in the IT field. “We have a huge corner lot and enjoy the open floor plan of our Milan model.” His wife, Jessica, adds, “We’ve met so many people and have made so many friends. It’s been perfect for us and our daughter, Kensley.” The Brightmans also credit their Ashton Woods salesperson, Kathy Midkiff, for making their homebuying experience so successful. “Kathy was absolutely wonderful and helped us every step of the way.” “Asturia is the perfect location for us. We moved here from Dade City, so we especially appreciate the convenience of being close to the Suncoast Parkway. It’s so easy to get to downtown Tampa,” Jessica added. The Brightmans are typical of many Ashton Woods families. The builder’s spacious floor plans are the most affordable homes in Asturia, with prices beginning under $300,000. “We found there is a lot of value in our home —we have beautiful finishes and lots of space for our investment,” said Alex. Ashton Woods is in its final sales phase at Asturia, with 80 percent of home sites sold since the community opened two years ago. “We’ve had tremendous success in Asturia, and have sold over 100 families their new home in this much-desired community,” said
Jessica and Alex Brightman and their daughter, Kensely, have lived in Asturia for two years and love the open floor plan of their Ashton Woods home.
Marketing Manager Kristin Wilson. “We have less than 30 move-in ready homes that remain, and expect all to be sold very soon.” To encourage families to buy before the end of the year, all Ashton Woods homebuyers in Asturia that purchase in the Grove Series will receive a free stainless-steel refrigerator and washer/ dryer, a value of over $3,500. Plus, Ashton Woods is contributing $9,000 towards closing costs with its preferred lender*. “There has never been a better time to buy an Ashton Woods home in Asturia,” said Wilson. “And, some of our best home values can be found in our Grove series, which feature two-car garages at the rear of the home.” There are seven of these unique homes ready now as inventory homes, with the popular Arlington model beginning at just $276,999.
This 2,003-square-foot home features open-concept family and dining rooms that open to the kitchen, complete with 42-inch designer cabinets, granite or quartz countertops, an oversized island and walk-in pantry. Also, downstairs is a powder bathroom, valet area off the garage entry and ceramic tile floors throughout the entire first floor. Upstairs, the Arlington’s master suite has a spacious bathroom with double vanities, walk-in shower and large walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms share a bath, and a laundry room is conveniently located upstairs. “We have three Arlington homes ready for quick move-in, all under $280,000. It is a perfect first home and has many upgrades not usually found at this price point,” said Marketing Manager Wilson. Ashton Woods also offers a slight-
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ly larger home in this series, the Ortega, at 2,193 square feet. The Ortega has a soaring 20foot volume ceiling foyer, a large open-concept kitchen, family room and breakfast nook. A formal dining room and butler’s pantry lead to the kitchen, which has 42inch designer cabinets, granite or quartz countertops, an oversized island, and walk-in pantry. Downstairs also features a powder bathroom and plenty of storage closets. Upstairs is a large master suite and bathroom with double vanities, walk-in shower and large walk-in closet. And, like the Arlington, there are two additional bedrooms that share a bath, and a convenient laundry room located upstairs. “Our Ortega models begin at $296,990, which is a tremendous value for close to 2,200 square feet and Ashton Woods’ premium finishes,” said Wilson. More Homes and Great Schools Ashton Woods also offers classic one- and two-story homes in its traditional home series with the garage in the front. All offer open floor plans, large living areas, beautiful master suites, high-end finish and lots of storage. Homes have two- or three-car garages, and many back up to private conservation lots. “For families with children, Asturia is a very popular community because it is zoned for some of the best schools in Pasco County — J.W. Mitchell High, Seven Springs Middle and Odessa Elementary,” said Wilson. Ashton Woods was named the 2017 Builder of the Year by Builder and Developer Magazine and, for the fourth consecutive year, has been ranked among the top three for Most Trusted Builders in America. For more information, go to AshtonWoods.com/tampa/Asturia. You can also call the sales center at (813) 446-8362.
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ou watch expectantly as your builder constructs your home. And, since you’re the very first person to live in a newly constructed home, many builders allow you to put your very own stamp on it by selecting the finishes, cabinets and flooring that you want. Bexley by Newland Communities in Land O’ Lakes, one of Pasco County’s newest and most popular master-planned communities, is adding more luxury options with new floor plans from Cardel Homes and the introduction of Arthur Rutenberg to the community. Both offer new homebuyers ample ways to turn their house into a dream home. Bexley Cardel Homes, Savannah Living Room
CARDEL HOMES With two new floor plans featuring four bedrooms and three baths, Cardel Homes places a premium on design. Homebuyers have access to the Cardel Design Center, where they can build their home according to their lifestyle, as well as select upgrades such as a Whirlpool appliance package, more than 20 different styles and colors of tile, travertine windowsills and much more. “As a family-owned builder, we pride ourselves in offering quality workmanship and outstanding customer service,” said Brian Phillips, Cardel Homes’ vice president of sales and marketing. “Our design team works with homebuyers so that we can customize floor plans and offer a variety of structural options with those floor plans. This way, families are able to build their home according to their lifestyle.” Cardel Homes’ two new model homes at Bexley, The Henley and The Savannah, are now open for prospective homebuyers to explore the 3,308 to 3,939-square-foot floor plans. Cardel Homes has a variety of floor plans within the community, which range in pricing from $400,000 to $600,000.
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ARTHUR RUTENBERG HOMES/CUSTOM CRAFT HOMES It’s one thing to select the finishes and colors that you want in your home. It’s another to create the exact floor plan you want with an architect. And, that’s what custom builder Arthur Rutenberg Homes offers customers. “Being in Bexley was just the natural thing to do,” said Ernie Lashlee, building company president for Arthur Rutenberg Homes/Custom Craft Homes. “We have been building custom homes in Newland’s FishHawk Ranch community for
more than a decade. Being in Bexley gives us the presence we want in Pasco County.” Arthur Rutenberg has just 14 custom home sites available on its exclusive cul-de-sac in Bexley. Lashlee, a certified architect, notes that he can assist homebuyers by making changes to existing floor plans. That may mean increasing the size of a master bedroom, or changing the elevation of a home so that it stands out from others in the neighborhood. “Most of our buyers are looking for something different from the
person next door,” Lashlee added. “They want something unique, and we’re able to offer them the expertise and flexibility to bring their vision to life.” A model home for Arthur Rutenberg Homes/Custom Craft Homes is expected to open in the spring of 2019, with pre-sales beginning soon. Homes will range from high $500s to $800,000. Whatever your home style or budget, Bexley has something for you, including single family and luxury homes and townhomes priced from the low $200s to over $600,000. Located north of State Road 54 next to the Suncoast Parkway, Bexley’s 1,825-acre community offers a wide range of activities and amenities, including resort-style pools, a state-of-the-art fitness center, miles of dual-surface trails and a BMX pump track. Amenities also open to the public include the Twisted Sprocket Café and Suncoast Trailside Bicycles. For more information, visit BexleyFlorida.com, or call (813) 4257555.
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Phase III Underway In Asturia
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sturia — one of Pasco County’s most successful master-planned communities along the State Road 54 corridor — has expanded into its third and final major phase. “Our builders have been very successful, and the demand for more homesites has driven the opening of our Phase III,” said Creighton Call, projector director for Hines, the community’s developer. And, with Phase III comes the addition of Asturia’s fourth builder, Ryan Homes, which is building townhomes on 108 homesites close to the community’s Amenity Center and entrance. “Asturia has been embraced by our owners because they want to live in a community with a variety of builders and home sizes with unique streetscapes and world-class amenities that encourage an active lifestyle,” said Call. Asturia’s builders offer multiple product types and home configurations that attract empty-nesters, first-time homebuyers, singles, young families, families with schoolaged children and even multi-generational families. “We have several extended families living in Asturia — empty nesters who have built a home a few blocks from their adult children and grandchildren. We even have siblings and cousins who have chosen Asturia because we offer an assortment of home sizes, floor plans and price points,” said Call. Asturia is designed as a walkable community with winding streets that connect to neighborhood parks, trails and recreational areas. Most homes are easy walking or biking distance to the Amenity Center, which includes a resort-style pool, a fully equipped fitness center, and a contemporary clubhouse for community and family celebrations. Every street has a mixture of homes by different builders with varying elevations that give neighborhoods a unique feel. “There are no cookie cutter streets in Asturia. Our premier builders offer a variety of architectural styles and customizations. We take great care in
beautifully landscaping the curvilinear streets and common walkable areas,” said Call. In the three years since Asturia began selling homes, more than 250 homes have been sold out of the 550 planned for the community. Upscale semi-custom builders, David Weekley Homes and ICI Homes, are building new single-family models on 55- and 65foot homesites in Phase III. Ashton Woods, which has been building in Asturia since the community opened in 2015, continues to offer multiple home types and styles. Asturia’s Phase III consists of 224 lots, of which 108 will be townhomes by Ryan Homes. These affordable homes have two-car garages located in the rear and accessed by private alleys, which leaves the front of the home open for welcoming porches, sidewalks and landscaping. Ryan Homes is launching its new, low maintenance, two-car garage townhome neighborhood with their model home opening in early 2019.
Townhomes prices will begin from the mid $200,000s. Presales are already underway. “Ryan’s townhomes will attract buyers looking for smaller homes with minimum lawn maintenance,” said Call. “We expect to see many first-time homebuyers coming out of apartments, as well as emptynesters looking to downsize.” Asturia’s smaller, intimate community size of just 550 homes is attractive to people who do not want to live in a large master-planed development with thousands of homes being built over several years. “After Phase III is completed, there will be just 40 home sites remaining,” said Call. “People are moving to Asturia ahead of plan be-
cause of our attention to detail, the quality of life we’ve created, the excellent schools that our children attend and our convenient location to all of Tampa Bay.” Builders offer a range of home sizes and architectural styles, with prices ranging from the high $200,000s to over $600,000. Many inventory homes are available for families looking to move before the end of the year. Asturia residents enjoy a kidfriendly, family oriented lifestyle surrounded by miles of multi-use trails, interspersed with dog parks and pocket parks. Kids especially love the unique, domed-shaped Kompan playground that fosters strong bodies and imaginative play. Asturia’s convenient location in Odessa is less than one mile from the Suncoast Parkway and provides close proximity to U.S. 41, U.S. 19 and I-75. Its master plan incorporates retail, office, multifamily and a variety of single-family residential offerings. More information is available by visiting Asturia’s model homes, registering at the community’s website, AsturiaFlorida.com, or by calling (813) 510-3601.
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The Medical Center of Trinity, 9330 State Road 54, will offer a pre-operative surgical class on spine and orthopedics Oct. 26 from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., in Conference Room C. Participants can learn what to expect before, during and after undergoing joint replacement or spine surgery. Recovery support persons and caregivers are encouraged to attend as well. The guest speaker will be a physical therapist from the Spine and Joint Care Center. Reservations are required by calling (727) 834-5630.
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St. Joseph’s Hospital-North completed the first phase of its $75 million expansion project with the unveiling of four new operating suites on Oct. 1. Construction on the rest of the project continues, expected to be finished in 2020. At completion, the hospital will have two additional patient care floors and will double the current number of patient rooms to 216 total. From left, front row: Kathy Myers, LuAnn Peters, Arlene McGannon, Nancy Medina, Lerma Eastty, Brian Morrison, Jessica Degele, Ieshia Jones, Joanne Murphy, Nicole Brunner and Charlette Nankovitch. From left, back row: Jeff Felice, Renata Barbora and Jim Wilson.
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Library hours restored for patrons By Mary Rathman
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Pasco County Libraries has restored Monday hours at the Hugh Embry and Hudson branches, as of Oct. 15. Patrons will now have four libraries to choose from to visit on Mondays. The restoration of hours at more locations was a priority of the Pasco Board of County Commissioners for the fiscal year 2018-2019 budget. In October 2017, the Regency Park and Land O’ Lakes branches were the first to restore hours, with the addition of Monday hours and some evening hours. The Pasco County library locations that are now open on Mondays are: • Land O’ Lakes Branch Library, 2818 Collier Parkway • Hugh Embry Branch Library, 14215 Fourth St., Dade City • Regency Park Branch Library, 9701 Little Road in New Port Richey • Hudson Regional Library, 8012 Library Road
All libraries will remain closed on Sundays. According to Bill Harrison, libraries public communications specialist, the restored hours give patrons on both the east and west sides of the county more access to everything they love about the libraries. For information on hours of operation for all seven branches in the Pasco County Library System, visit PascoLibraries.org. Information on the library catalog, econtent, programs, events and links to all the branches also can be found on the website.
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Pasco Elementary School will host a Fall Festival on Oct. 26 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. There will be bounce houses, games, prizes, face painting, free books, free child ID kits, a selfie station and more. No costumes or masks will be allowed. To preorder a wristband ($10) by Oct. 24, call (352) 524-5200.The cost at the gate will be $15. Adult admission is free. A dunk tank, a cake walk, and some food and drink will be available for an additional cost. Trunk or Treat will take place in the parking lot from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Students can wear costumes for this event. A trophy will be given to the best decorated vehicle. For information, contact Alicia VanDusen at hvanduse@ pasco.k12.fl.us or (352) 5245208. All proceeds will go to purchase student and staff incentives.
POSTER AND POEM CONTEST
Paralyzed Veterans of America has launched its 15th annual Veterans Day National Poster and Poem Contest, to showcase the artistic talents and patriotic pride of young students for disabled veterans in their communities. The theme for this year’s contest is “Help Our Veterans Be UnstoppABLE in Your Community.” Participants are asked to draw a poster
or write a poem showing or telling how they can help make their community more accessible for veterans who use wheelchairs. The poster contest is open to students in first grade to fourth grade. The poem contest is open to students in grades five to eight. Entries must be received by 5 p.m., on Oct. 29. For information, including guidelines and how to enter, visit PVA.org/posterpoem.
MATHEMATICS CONTEST
Saint Leo University is looking for middle schoolers to participate in the American Mathematics Competition 8, on Nov. 13.The contest was developed by the Mathematical Association of America, and is free. The purpose of the competition is to encourage students to develop positive attitudes about mathematics and analytical thinking by having them apply classroom learning to a 25-question, multiple-choice exam. Students have 40 minutes to complete the questions. Learn more about the subject matter at MAA.org/math-competitions/amc8. Saint Leo will accommodate 30 students and mathematics faculty will monitor the contest. Students are asked to arrive by 5:45 p.m., and go directly to Selby Auditorium in Lewis Hall.The test starts promptly at 6 p.m. Advance registration is required. Parents should email Dr. Kevin Murphy at kevin.murphy@ saintleo.edu to reserve a spot, and include the phrase “AMC 8” in the subject line. Or, parents also can call (8352) 588-7192.
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Nine students were honored as the The Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce Students of the Month, for October. Students are chosen by the teachers and administration of their individual schools for exemplary effort, achievement and contribution to their school, family and community. Those receiving honors were: Joseph Nespoli, The Academy of Spectrum Diversity; Austin Ward, The Broach School; Julian Ortiz, Chester W. Taylor Elementary School; Jasmine Genton, East Pasco Adventist Academy; Johnathan Dowling, Heritage Academy; Rachel Diaz, Raymond B. Stewart Middle School; Callie Carter, West Zephyrhills Elementary School; Matheo Cisneros, Zephyrhills Christian Academy; and Bryce Sanders, Zephyrhills High School.
TRINITY, from page 1A New Port Richey. “We celebrated our 40th anniversary of providing health care as Community Hospital of New Port Richey, just shortly before we moved in February of 2012 to this new location,” Massengill said. The hospital had to retool itself and rethink its approaches, as it shifted from taking care of a group of patients with an average age of 82, to one that serves patients ranging from neonatal care to the senior population. It was quite a culture shock for the organization, the CEO said, and continues to be an adventure as the hospital contemplates how it will grow with the community. The hospital executive brings a wealth of experience to the challenge. Her background includes working in hospitals ranging from 150 beds to 1,500 beds in both public and faith-based settings. She began her career as a registered nurse and has held a number of leadership roles in nursing and hospital operations. The hospital sits on a 55-acre campus and is currently occupying about 24 acres.
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“Since we moved in, we opened a neonatal intensive care unit, which was the first in Pasco County and is the only still, in Pasco County.That has enabled us to keep mommas, that have high-risk pregnancies, within their hometown. “Before that, we were consistently referring people down to Pinellas and Hillsborough counties for that higher level of care.We’re now able to retain them closer to home, closer to family, especially, if you have a child that’s going to be in an intensive care unit for three weeks after their birth, invariably, you have two other kids at home and who’s taking care of that while you’re traveling 50 miles down to All Children’s Hospital? “Two years after opening, the hospital began doing open heart surgery, now completing about 150 open heart surgeries annually. “We keep getting more minimally invasive, as you know, and just about any type of invasive procedure is getting more and more catheter-based, more and more teeny incisions, or more and more robotic,” Massengill said. The hospital is part of HCA West Florida, which is part of the HCA Healthcare family, and it has distinguished itself in the HCA system, which includes 180 acute hospitals, Massengill said. The hospital’s surgery/ortho/spine unit was ranked No. 1 within HCA. She praised the hospital’s staff for the accomplishment, noting the distinction is based on document excellence in a wide range of measures and required substantial work to achieve.
Medical Center of Trinity • Opened Feb. 7, 2012 • 288 all-private rooms on its main campus 2017 FIGURES • Total annual admissions: 16,222 • Total annual emergency visits: 77,096 • Total patients treated: 119,298 • Active physicians: 380 • Total employees: 1,482 • Taxes paid: $8.1 million • Charity and uncompensated care: $22 million • Salaries, wages and benefits: $113 million
Source: Presentation by Leigh Massengill, Medical Center of Trinity, to members of the North Tampa Bay Chamber
On another front, the hospital has added 14 observation beds, next to the emergency department.That change came in response to new government regulations. “The government has changed reimbursement.The expectation is, if you show up at a hospital, we have the obligation to determine, as you’re rolling through the door, whether you’re going to require two hospital nights, in order to be considered admitted and an inpatient. If we’re not certain, we have to keep you in an observation status, do as many diagnostic tests that are necessary to determine whether you’re going to need an inpatient stay, or to stabilize you and have that care continue on an outpatient basis.They give you 24 hours to accomplish that diagnostic testing,” she said. Current expansion plans on the main campus call for completion of the east side of the fifth floor, and to do the east side of sixth floor for further growth and expansion. “We continue identifying ways to differentiate ourselves relative to quality,” Massengill said. The hospital has extended its footprint, to extend its care by adding three freestanding emergency departments, with one in Lutz, Citrus Park and Palm Harbor. “In those facilities, 95 percent of the patients are treated and released,” she said. The hospital also plans to add a behavioral health unit for the elderly at the New Port Richey campus. “We’ve had many physicians come to us, asking us to create this kind of a program,” Massengill said. “We’re looking forward to opening that, once the state gives us the seal of approval.” The hospital also recently received approval to begin a medical residency program, which will begin in 2019, the hospital leader said. As it continues to operate in an environment of almost constant change, the hospital remains focused on achieving excellence in staff performance and patient outcomes, Massengill said. “We know that the consumer of health care is getting more and more savvy, and they shop for excellence before they make the decision,” she said.
VOTING, from page 1A property taxes. In Hillsborough, voters will decide the fate of a referendum to raise the local sales tax to support transportation improvements; and, another referendum to raise the
local sales tax to support air conditioning and other capital improvements in public schools. Here’s a recap of key races on the 2018 ballot within The Laker/Lutz News coverage area; a listing of local early polling places; and a reminder of what voters should bring with them to the polls.
KEY RACES FEDERAL U.S. SENATE: Rick Scott vs. Bill Nelson U.S. REP. DISTRICT 12: Gus Bilirakis vs. Chris Hunter
STATE GOVERNOR: Ron DeSantis vs. Andrew Gillum ATTORNEY GENERAL: Ashley Moody vs. Sean Shaw CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER: Jimmy Petronis vs. Jeremy Ring COMMISSIONER OF AGRICULTURE: Matt Caldwell vs. Nicole ‘Nikki’ Fried STATE SENATE DISTRICT 20: Kathy Lewis vs. Tom Lee STATE SENATE DISTRICT 10: Michael Cottrell vs. Wilton Simpson STATE REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT 37: Tammy Garcia vs. Ardian Zika STATE REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT 38: Danny Burgess vs. David “TK” Hayes STATE REPRESENTATIVE, DISTRICT 64: James Grant vs. Jessica Harrington
LOCAL PASCO PASCO COUNTY COMMISSION DISTRICT 2: Mike Moore vs. Kelly Smith DISTRICT 4: Mike Wells vs. Brandi Geoit PASCO SCHOOL BOARD DISTRICT 5: Megan Harding vs. Tara M. O’Connor
HILLSBOROUGH HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY COMMISSION DISTRICT 5: Victor Crist vs. Mariella Smith DISTRICT 7: Todd Marks vs. Kimberly Overman HILLSBOROUGH SCHOOL BOARD DISTRICT 1: William Henry Person vs. Steve Cona DISTRICT 6: Karen Perez vs. Henry “Shake” Washington SHERIFF: Chad Chronister vs. Gary Pruitt
EARLY VOTING PLACES (located within The Laker/Lutz News coverage area) PASCO COUNTY: Through Nov. 3, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. • East Pasco Government Center, Lobby, 14326 Sixth St., Dade City • Alice Hall Community Center, 36116 Fifth Ave., Zephyrhills • New River Branch Library, 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel • Florida Hospital Center Ice, 3173 Cypress Ridge Blvd., Wesley Chapel • Land O’ Lakes Branch Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, Land O’ Lakes • Utilities Administration Building, 19420 Central Blvd., Land O’ Lakes HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY: Through Nov. 4, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. • Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave., Tampa • Keystone Recreation Center, 17928 Gunn Highway, Odessa • New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd., Tampa WHAT VOTERS SHOULD BRING Florida law requires voters to present both signature and photo identification. This can be achieved with one form of identification, such as a Florida driver license or U.S. Passport, or two separate forms of identification, such as a membership card with your photo and second form of identification with your signature. If you don’t bring your ID, you may vote a provisional ballot. For more information, visit PascoVotes.com and VoteHillsborough.org.
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DUKE, from page 1A it would then cut south through a trail to State Road 54. • Route 2 would take the same path as Route 1, while traveling on the westside of Land O’ Lakes Boulevard. • Route 3 would cross from the west side of Land O’ Lakes Boulevard to the east side of Land O’ Lakes Boulevard and then head south, cutting through an open field and then turning east on Carson Drive, then head south where Route 1 and Route 2 run to State Road 54. Property owners will be informed by letter in November regarding which route has been selected. At the same time, Duke Energy will announce the path that a 230-kV transmission line will take to get from the new Morgan Road substation to its endpoint at the intersection of North Dale Mabry Highway and West County Line Road in Lutz. Currently, Duke and Pasco County are only making a proposal for the 3-mile path, and are working in accordance with the Tampa Electric Company. Substations control the flow of electricity, taking high amounts of voltage and converting it to lower levels so transmission lines can distribute appropriate amounts to local communities. Mark Hickson, a Duke Energy associate, was at the engineering booth and stressed
the benefit of new lines for backup energy. “These transmission lines are here to help boost the capacity so that during storms, winter peaks, summer peaks – we’re not in a situation [where] we could lose the area,” he said. In addition to assuring the project will provide a safe infrastructure, Hickson stated that Duke is keeping in constant communication with the Pasco County officials. The project will use overhead transmission lines, which the utility officials say are more cost effective and pose fewer impacts on natural resources, such as wetlands and wildlife habitats. The proposed routes are not in dense residential areas. Once the official path has been chosen, the public will be informed of any traffic detours needed during construction. “We might have to close down a lane for a few hours,” said Drew Gilmore, lead public engagement specialist for Duke Energy. “That’s all carefully planned and choreographed.” The company will avoid causing traffic delays during peak traffic times, Gilmore said. The project is scheduled for completion in November 2021. To view the current project proposals online, visit tinyurl.com/ybl5yhfl. For additional information, contact Duke Energy at (877) 552-8725 or by emailing mppreliability@duke-energy.com.
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onstruction has yet to begin on the Sarah Vande Berg Memorial Tennis Center in Zephyrhills — but that hasn’t stopped the community from working to serve up more tennis opportunities to its underserved population. Well before the new $3.5 million, 11court facility opens off of Simons Road, dozens of underprivileged youth in east Pasco will get opportunities to learn the game through a new nonprofit — the Sarah Vande Berg Tennis Foundation. The foundation is headed up by professional tennis instructor Pascal Collard, who will also manage the daily operations of the new tennis center bearing the same name. Its overall purpose is to instill character, leadership and academics to children, through the game of tennis. The foundation’s first major fundraiser was on Oct 5, at Arbor Green in New Tampa. About 60 participants and another 40 volunteers turned out for a tennis clinic and gala headlined by International Tennis Hall of Fame coach Nick Bollettieri. Bollettieri, 87, is renowned for grooming 10 world No. 1 players, including Andre Agassi, Monica Seles, Maria Sharapova and Dade City’s Jim Courier, among many others. The legendary coach also is known for founding the IMG Academy in Bradenton — formerly the Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy — which opened in 1978 as the world’s first full-time tennis boarding school. The gala helped raise more than $10,000, which will be used to purchase tennis rackets and subsidize tennis camps for youth, who will begin learning the sport on the courts at Zephyr Park and will transition to the city’s new state-of-the-art facility expected to open in late 2019. “This is going to help a lot of kids — kids that have probably never seen a tennis ball,” said Collard, a former tennis director at Saddlebrook Tennis Academy in Wesley Chapel from 2003 to 2006. His training includes working with several widely known tennis pros, including Younes El Aynaoui and Martin Verkerk, both of whom coincidentally ranked as high as No. 14 in the ATP Tour rankings back in 2003. It’s not Collard’s first outreach program. While he was tennis director at The Merion Cricket Club — a private club in Haverford, Pennsylvania — Collard created a similar foundation called Down the Line and Beyond. The Philadelphia-based nonprofit, which has grown to serve more than 1,600 underprivileged youths from 7 through 17, facilitates positive character and education development through tennis lessons. Some of those youths have earned collegiate tennis scholarships. “None of them would’ve played tennis — none— without the foundation. We are going to do the same thing over here (in Zephyrhills),” Collard said. The Sarah Vande Berg Tennis Foundation will begin its program with 25 kids to 50 kids, and hopes to grow it from there, Collard said.“We have to touch one life at a time.” The foundation — and tennis center— is named after the former Zephyrhills High School district champion who became a scholarship player on the University of
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Pascal Collard, center left, and Nick Bollettieri, right, stand at the net with some of the Nick Bollettieri and Sarah Vande Berg Tennis Clinic’s participants.
Preparing to check-in at the registration table, Lisa Strickland of New Tampa was among the 60 or so who participated in the Nick Bollettieri and Sarah Vande Berg Tennis Clinic at the Arbor Greene Community Center.
South Carolina Upstate women’s tennis team. Vande Berg, the daughter of the Zephyrhills planning director Todd Vande Berg, died in an automobile accident at the age of 21 in October 2015. And, it’s all drawn the support of Bollettieri, a longtime friend of Collard’s. Bollettieri, who lives in Sarasota, plans to visit Zephyrhills every six weeks to eight weeks to pitch in with foundation clinics and other events. Instead of his well-documented coaching achievements, Bollettieri said he wants to be remembered for helping children, particularly those from inner cities and of lower socio-economic status. He, along with fellow tennis Hall of Famer Arthur Ashe, started the AsheBollettieri Cities Tennis program in the late 1980s, which introduced thousands of youth to the sport and helped hundreds achieve athletic or academic scholarships. Of the Sarah Vande Berg Tennis Foundation, Bollettieri said: “First of all, when you do things for charity, there’s no greater reward than helping out for a great cause. Pascal’s going to give an opportunity for a lot of boys and girls to make it in life.”
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In preparation for the start of the tennis clinic, instructor Vincent Suillerot, 24, of Paris, France makes sure a sufficient number of tennis balls were on hand for each of the courts.
the design plans of the forthcoming Sarah Vande Berg Memorial Tennis Center. “I think a lot of thought has gone into it,” Bollettieri said.“The big thing is, someday, if they could get a few indoor courts, whether it’s open on the sides or, if they can have at least a covered area, that would help tremendously.” Renderings of the facility show 11 fullsized outdoor courts — a mix of clay and hard surfaces — built to U.S Tennis Association (USTA) professional standards. Additionally, an 8,000-square-foot tennis center is expected to include a fitness/wellness center and cryotherapy room, a pro shop, a restaurant, conference and multipurpose rooms, a kid’s club and playground, a common area, office spaces and other features. At some point, there’s also a possibility of phasing in a covered/indoor tennis court building that would have four full-size courts. Though its architectural design plans are not yet final, the tennis center is expected to be complete “in about a year,” Steve Spina, who is city manager for Zephyrhills, said during the foundation fundraiser. Along with city dollars, funding assistance for the project is coming from the state, recreation impact fees, USTA grants and Penny for Pasco, among other sources. Besides its public recreational use, the facility will also be used to draw an assortment of regional and national tournaments to East Pasco.
“I think it brings us to a whole new level,” Spina said.“It’s just a facility like we’ve never seen, to really make us a player, nationally. “I think it’s huge for the community,” added Collard.“It’s going to be a great impact in terms of visibility and awareness of Zephyrhills, and put them on the map.”
VANDE BERG REMEMBERED ON, OFF THE COURT
Meantime,Todd Vande Berg is appreciative of having his late daughter’s name memorialized through the tennis foundation and the facility. “If I lived in Tampa, I’m not sure this happens,” he said, “but to have a small, interlocked community like we have, that know the people and care for the people and support each other, it’s pretty unique and special.” Aside from her achievements on the court, Sarah Vande Berg was known for her friendliness and outgoing personality, her father said. “She was super competitive on the court,”Todd Vande Berg said,“but the complete opposite off the court. Sarah loved people. She was super social. She befriended all the athletes, and not just the tennis athletes.” Sarah, too, was known for her work with children with special needs. “Sarah had a special place in her heart towards special needs kids,” her father said. “They just seemed to gravitate to her.”
Kasean Ridgel has picked up his first collegiate football scholarship offer from NAIA Bluefield College (Bluefield,Virginia). Ridgel, a team captain and three-year varsity player, has registered 38 tackles and three sacks through seven games this season.
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The Pars-4-Guiars Charity Golf Scramble, presented by Instruments 4 Life, is set for Nov. 11 at Cheval Golf & Country Club, 4312 Cheval Blvd., in Lutz. Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m., with a 9:30 a.m. shotgun start. Cost is $360 per foursome before Nov. 1. Cost rises to $400 per foursome after Nov. 1. Sponsorship opportunities are available. To register, visit Squareup.com/store/pars4guitars. For more information, email John.instruments4life@gmail.com.
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USA Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Nov. 8 through Nov. 11. Myers, who trains at LaFleur’s Gymnastic Club in Tampa, is one of just five Region 8 athletes from the 11-yearold boys division to qualify for nationals. He is a fifth-grader at McKitrick Elementary School in Lutz.
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Conner Heimes gets a close view of a corn snake as he peers through a glass cage housing the slithering snake. It was part of the ‘live’ display of snakes at The Rattlesnake Festival at the Pasco County Fairgrounds. The 4year-old was at the event with his mom, Christina Heimes, his brother, Hunter, 10, and grandmother, Rebecca Heimes, all of Zephyrhills.
An Asian Water Monitor climbs off the shoulder of reptile exhibitor John Anderson, of Brooksville. The 2-year-old critter’s name is ‘Precious.’ The J&T Reptile exhibit was a popular feature at the Rattlesnake Festival.
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The lineup for the festival, which moved this year from San Antonio, featured reptile shows, Croc Encounters, Gopher Tortoise Races, nonprofit wildlife exhibits and performances by several local bands, including Jesse and Noah Bellamy.There were also bounce houses, a petting zoo, carnival rides, and barbecue and other food vendors. “Moving to the fairgrounds gave us twice the space to expand the festival, plus room to grow in the future,” said Joe Simmons, who headed up the event.“We
had more to offer, including moving the wildlife shows inside fair buildings, and adding more businesses and arts and crafts exhibitors.” Simmons also said the move allowed the organization to offer free parking that was close to the event. All money raised at The Rattlesnake Festival, after expenses, supports The Thomas Promise Foundation, a nonprofit that provides weekend meal packages for 1,200 underprivileged children who attend 27 Pasco schools.
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Pythons like to climb to the highest branch, which is why this snake made its way to the crown of Courtney Graham, Miss Pasco County. Derek Dykstra, who is with the Rattlesnake Conservatory, brought the snake to the Rattlesnake Festival.
A large wooden rattlesnake head is controlled manually by Pam Mendenhall to open its mouth to show what the snake’s fangs look like. Pam, and her husband, Jim, presented the Mendenhall Snake Show displaying a variety of snakes.
Inflating a balloon to be snapped by a bull whip, Mike ‘Lefty’ Remmert, of Tampa, readies the target, still in his mouth, as Cowboy Tom Glasco, of San Antonio, cracks the whip during his Cowboy Tom Wild West Show.
Pam Mendenhall displays a common black snake. Part of the show involved teaching the audience the difference between poisonous and nonpoisonous snakes.
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Jasmine is a gorgeous, long-haired beauty that arrived at the shelter a few days ago, after her owner passed away. She is currently residing in the Feline Freedom room and comes when you call her over. Jasmine also has an adorable habit of chirping and keeping up conversation.
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Pasco County Animal Services, 19640 Dogpatch Lane in Land O’ Lakes, will waive adoption fees on Oct. 26 and Oct. 27 only. In return, the shelter is asking for donations of Kongs & Temptations Treats, Milkbones (medium), Friskies Pate canned cat food, Diamond dry cat food and Diamond High Energy adult dog food. All adoptions include spay/neuter, microchip, vaccinations, heartworm test (dogs) and FIV/Feline Leukemia test (cats). Pasco County residents are required to purchase a county license. For information, call (813) 929-1212.
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The Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center will waive adoption fees for the month of October for all dogs that have been at the shelter for more than 30 days. The offer is part of the center’s “Get ‘em Home Challenge,” which focuses on finding loving homes for dogs that have been at the shelter for an extended period.
Even though adoption fees will be waived, all of the long-term dogs have been microchipped, vaccinated, registered, and spayed or neutered. The shelter is at 440 N. Falkenburg Road in Tampa and is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.,Tuesday through Sunday.
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If you would like to adopt Carleton or Jasmine, be sure to visit Pasco County Animal Services at 19640 Dogpatch Lane in Land O’ Lakes. The adoption center is open Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 6:30 p.m. All adoption fees include spay/neuter, microchip and vaccines. For more information, email adoptionpartners@pascocountyfl.net.
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Earth Fare, a specialty organic and natural food grocery store, is opening a 24,000-square-foot store at 25535 Sierra Center Blvd., part of Cypress Creek Town Center, according to a news release. Earth Fare currently operates 10 stores in Florida, including two others in the Tampa area. Earth Fare’s 1,000 private brand food products are all sourced using only nonGMO ingredients, and new products are being added to the shelves each day, the release says.
Beyond groceries, the new store will also feature Earth Fare’s Heirloom Juice Bar, which features custom-crafted juices, smoothies and fresh coffee. Shoppers will also find a wide variety of clean, natural choices in Earth Fare’s ready-to-go and prepared foods department, including the salad bar, hot foods bar, pizza station, sandwich counter, and packaged meals-on-the-go. Shoppers can enjoy a homemade meal without the work, whether dining in the indoor and outdoor café with free Wi-Fi or taking it home, the release adds. The new store is expected to open this winter. To find out more, visit EarthFare.com.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TALK
The North Tampa Bay Chamber’s Oct. 25 economic briefing will feature Bill Cronin, president/CEO of the Pasco Economic Development Council.The luncheon is from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Hunter’s Green Golf & Country Club, 18101 Longwater Run Drive in New Tampa. The cost is $15. Call (813) 994-8534 for more information.
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The North Tampa Bay Chamber’s “Celebrating Excellence in Business” awards celebration is planned for Nov. 8 at Hyatt Place Wesley Chapel in the Sierra Conference Center.The event begins with a cocktail hour at 6:30 p.m., and the awards program at 7:30 p.m. The cost is $65 per person or $520 per corporate table of eight. There is a cash bar, and the dress is business or cocktail attire. For more information or to register, please visit NorthTampaBayChamber.com.
Kris Carson of the Florida Department of Transportation will be the featured speaker at the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce luncheon on Nov. 13, at the Hilton Garden Inn Tampa Suncoast Parkway, 2155 Northpointe Parkway in Lutz. Networking begins at 11:30 a.m., with lunch and the meeting from noon to 1 p.m.The charge is $20, if RSVP is made by Thursday, for members only and $25 for nonmembers.The fee is $25 at the door. For more information or to RSVP, contact the chamber at (813) 9092722 or office@centralpascochamber.com.
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GENERAL OBLIG GA ATTION BONDS Sheriff • Fire Rescue • Parks • Libraries
In Novembe er, Pasco Co ounty voters will have an oppor tunity to vote on four separate general oblig gation bond questions to fund imp provements in our Coun nty. If approved, all money will be spent righ ht here in Pasco County y.
Vote By Vo B Mail begins Octob ber 9 Early V Vo oting begins Octobe er 24
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This bond will save taxpayers money and keep us safer by expanding the jail to allow more inmates to be housed in Pasco County instead of sending them to neighboring counties.
This bond will enhance Fire Rescue operations by constructing four new fire stations and replacing five outdated fire stations in various locations throughout the County; adding ten new emergency vehicles, and constructing a new training g facility y to p provide County Firefighters advanced training.
This bond will fund projects in various locations across the County to beautify public areas, enhance parks and renovate and improve existing athletic facilities.
This bond will remodel and upgrade all seven librar y branches across the County to best meet the needs of residents including technology updates and connectivity improvements.
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