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By B.C. Manion

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COVID-19 cases are on the rise across the nation, with outbreaks occurring in parts of the country with low vaccination rates, according to officials from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

As of July 22, 35% of counties in the United States were experiencing high levels of community transmission, and COVID-19

cases were on the rise in 90% of the nation’s jurisdictions, according to a CDC interpretative summary of the week’s data.

That July 23 briefing, posted on the CDC’s website, notes that “the worrisome trends are due, in part,” to the rapid spread of the highly transmissible Delta variant.

The increase in COVID-19 infections is being observed locally, too.

Officials with AdventHealth’s West Florida region are noticing “a significant

uptick in COVID-19 cases” and “an increase in COVID hospitalizations at its hospitals in Hillsborough, Pasco, Hardee, Highlands, Pinellas and Marion counties, according to a media briefing from the health care chain.

“The Delta variant is the most prominent strain we are seeing in our system,” AdventHealth reports.

It also notes that “some 94% of patients See COVID-19, page 11A

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Office development Pasco is planning to update its mobility fees zoning sought in Lutz, New retail would see a sizable increase — 50% over four years — based on the proposed fee schedule; plus, two new fee categories could be added.

By B.C. Manion bcmanion@lakerlutznews.com

The Pasco County Commission is expected to update the county’s mobility fee schedule — with proposed rates increasing, decreasing or staying the same in a number of categories.

The proposed fee schedule calls for a sizable fee increase in the retail category.

It also proposes the addition of two new categories — one that provides a discount for locally owned small businesses and another that establishes a rate for accessory dwelling units.

Mobility fees are the charges which accompany new development to help cover

the costs for multi-modal impacts — road, pedestrian, bicycle and transit.

Consultant Bill Oliver, a registered professional engineer, has conducted a number of mobility fee studies for the county. He managed this one, as well.

He presented the county staff’s recommended updated fee schedule to the Pasco County Planning Commission for its consideration during the planning board’s July 22 meeting.

The Pasco County Commission, which has final jurisdiction, is expected to consider the proposed changes at its Aug. 10 and Aug. 24 meetings, Oliver said.

“The costs of implementing your mobility system have increased over recent years,” Oliver said.

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The request for the office zoning is at the same location where neighbors rallied against a proposed gas station.

By B.C. Manion bcmanion@lakerlutznews.com

The Pasco County Planning Commission is recommending approval of a proposed office development on a 1.67-acre site at the southwest corner of State Road 54 and Meadowbrook Drive, in Lutz.

The site is the same one where neighbors vigorously resisted a proposed gas station and convenience store.

That pursuit was dropped after the Pasco County Commission denied a request to amend the county’s comprehensive plan See ZONING, page 11A

Pasco County expanding its library options A new library also is opening soon in Starkey and one is being planned, in Seven Oaks.

By B.C. Manion bcmanion@lakerlutznews.com

The Hugh Embry Branch Library is closed for remodeling and the Land O’ Lakes Branch Library soon will close for a makeover, too.

Meanwhile, in just a few weeks, the new Starkey Theatre, Library and Cultural Center will open in the Starkey Ranch development, off State Road 54, in Odessa.

Hugh Embry has been cleared of its contents, with construction set to start on remodeling the 7,223-square-foot library. The $2 million project is expected to be completed by mid-2022, according to Bob Harrison, marketing program manager for the Pasco COURTESY OF THE PASCO COUNTY LIBRARY COOPERATIVE County Library Cooperative.

Hugh Embry Branch Library’s makeover will be a floor-to-ceiling remodel and will include Meanwhile, the 18,169-squarenew furnishings, updated technology, faster broadband and other improvements. foot branch library in Land O’ Lakes is scheduled to close on Aug. 14, in preparation for its remodeling. That from the floor coverings to the wall, to the they meet a need, he said. project is estimated at $4.75 million, and is ceiling treatments,” he said.

Funding for the library renovations is expected to wrap up by late 2022.

Space is being reconfigured at both li- coming from proceeds of general obligation Despite the difference in size, both li- braries to maximize the space available for bonds that were approved through a referbraries will be getting the same treatment, public programming, Harrison added. endum in 2018, with a 66% approval rating Harrison said.

In-person programs were curtailed by from voters, Harrison said.

“Both of these libraries were built, I be- COVID-19, but the library system hopes to Closing the branch libraries to allow relieve, in the ’80s, and they are well overdue be able to resume those in the fall. modeling will pose an inconvenience for for a complete remodel,” Harrison said.

“We really can’t wait to get into some of patrons, Harrison said.

The two branches will get new furnish- these new spaces and start doing some of But, he also noted that its not feasible to ings, new lighting, faster broadband, new the in-person programs,” Harrison said. keep the libraries open, while doing the upcomputers and printers for the public, “That’s really what the public wants.” grades.

Harrison said.

At the same time, though, some remote To try to mitigate the impacts, the library “It’s a top-to-bottom remodel. Floor-to- programs introduced during COVID-19 will system has staggered the branch closings. ceiling. Everything is brand new. Literally, be retained, because they are popular and For instance, Hugh Embry wasn’t closed

until the New River Branch Library was reopened.

It also is looking for alternative locations where patrons can pick up book holds, to minimize the distance people have to drive to borrow materials, he added.

As the Hugh Embry and Land O’ Lakes branches are temporarily closed, the Starkey Ranch Theatre, Library and Cultural Center, referred to as the TLC, will be having its soft opening from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., on Aug. 2.

The TLC is on the campus of the Starkey K-8 School, at 12200 Lake Blanche Drive in Odessa, and is the result of a collaboration between Pasco County and Pasco County Schools.

“During school hours, the children and the teen area will be closed off to the public and will remain available to the kids. Once school is over, then we open it up to everybody,” Harrison said.

The library has a 250-seat theater and the library system’s first Maker Space for ceramics, he added. “There’s a pottery wheel.

There’s a kiln.”

Future plans also call for a library in Seven Oaks, in Wesley Chapel.

“It’ll probably be about three years down the road,” Harrison said. “That community has been clamoring for a library close to them.”

Mixture of uses proposed at Roaches Run, U.S. 41

By B.C. Manion bcmanion@lakerlutznews.com

A 35-acre site at the southwest corner of Roaches Run and U.S. 41 could become home to a project with an array of commercial and residential uses.

The Pasco County Planning Commission and the county’s planners have recommended approval of the request, which would allow the site to be

used for retail, office/medical office; health care-related uses; light industrial; distribution; multifamily; single-family attached residential; senior retirement/assisted living; and public/institutional uses.

Denise Hernandez, the county’s zoning administrator, said the request allows a maximum of 275,000 commercial square feet.

The zoning also includes a land use equivalency matrix, meaning an assortment

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of uses can be allowed within the project, with the matrix determining the maximum allowable density within the project.

Conditions of approval also spell out that the minimum square footage for commercial retail is 100,000 square feet, Hernandez said.

Plus,“residential will only be allowed on the parcels abutting (U.S.) 41, if they are part of a vertically integrated mixed-use building,” she said.

In addition to the zoning change, the request includes a variance from the land development code’s parking requirements — based on the ability of different uses within the project to share parking.

The planning board recommended approval of the request, with Planning Commissioner Roberto Saez absent.

The request next goes to the Pasco County Commission, which has final jurisdiction over land use and zoning decisions.

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What’s Cookin’ Healthy snacks to enjoy on the road

By Shari Bresin Special to The Laker/Lutz News

Taking a break from daily routines doesn’t mean you have to abandon your healthy eating habits.

It just takes a bit more planning to pull it off.

I recently went on an eight-day trip to New York, splitting the week between the city and upstate.

During that time, my body could definitely tell that I was eating foods outside of my routine.

As someone who is accustomed to cooking at home most days each month — and who hasn’t gone on an extended vacation in almost two years — it was hard initially to become accustomed to all the restaurant food (though I admit, I did enjoy it).

I indulged at an Italian bakery while in Manhattan — it was part of the New York experience, right? But then I remembered to choose some healthier options later.

It’s all part of keeping a good balance.

In New York City, it’s easy to get anything at any time, so a fresh banana or orange was practically available at every intersection.

My stay in upstate was with family who had a fridge full of healthy options.

But not all vacation destinations are as “healthy-friendly,” and extra planning may be required.

For example, when traveling on a road trip in the car or an RV, you can avoid taking snack breaks at a gas station or rest stop’s vending machine by having healthy snacks that are prepared and packed in the vehicle.

Besides avoiding weight gains, healthy snacks are easier on your vacation budget, too.

So, what can we pack for our travels that will be healthy and convenient?

To stave off hunger in between long bouts of driving, focus on foods with protein.

Protein takes longer to move through the stomach, so you feel fuller for longer.

Fat provides 9 calories per gram of food, while protein and carbohydrates provide 4.

Adding a healthy fat will make the snack more filling because of the extra calories.

But, be mindful if you’ve been snacking on other high-calorie foods. If you have, go easy on the fat to avoid excessive calories.

Here are some ideas to try.

Some require some meal prep in advance, others you simply throw in the bag.

Also, remember the cooler and ice — and be sure to bring a thermometer, too, so you can check that the cooler has stayed below 40 degrees.

Here are some healthy snack options: • Popcorn trail mix: mix in popcorn with pretzels, peanuts, cereal, raisins and so on • Hummus to serve with celery sticks, carrots, bell peppers and other vegetables • Dried fruits • Mixed nuts • Peanut butter or other nut butter, to enjoy with whole-wheat crackers or vegetables. (Many peanut butter brands come in easy to-go snack-sized packaging.)

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Grapes, which can be pre-washed and placed in a container, make a good snack to take along while traveling.

But avoid fruits that can easily bruise, and use care when eating fruit or drinking juice because the fruit can become a sticky mess, and juice can leave stains on your car.

Also, be sure to bring along hand sanitizer, wet wipes, napkins, utensils, cups (if needed) and a bag for trash.

Enjoy your vacation — and yes, enjoy the special and unusual foods you’ll encounter.

But remember, just because you’re away from your kitchen, doesn’t mean all healthy eating has to go out the window.

You put the right type of fuel in your car so it drives well, so use that same mindfulness when fueling your body.

After all, that will help keep you in tip-top shape, for many road trips to come.

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Cornerstone Pros always recommends regular maintenance and planning ahead when it comes to taking care of your home. This will save you money, and allow you to budget for future repairs.

“Unfortunately, the current manufacturing environment is seeing pricing fluctuate daily, making it difficult to forecast 100% of future repair and replacement costs,” said Spears. “We already have received numerous price increases this year, and are being told more will be coming the next two quarters.”

The only thing worse than having you’re AC go out on the hottest day of the year, is not being able to get it repaired right away.

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Club Wildwood is the largest retirement community in north Pasco County, with close to 500 homes.

Living in a large community means there is always someone to share things with, including swimming in the resort-style heated pool, taking your pup to the friendly dog park, enjoying crafts and potluck dinners at the clubhouse, and even fishing in a well-stocked lake. Residents are friendly, and welcome newcomers to the community’s many clubs and activities.

There are several resale homes available in Club Wildwood, very affordably priced from $22,000 to $48,900. Most resale homes in the community have been updated with the latest designs and flooring, and are a tremendous value for a singlefamily home in terms of cost, amenities and location.

For folks moving from Land O’ Lakes, Lutz and Wesley Chapel, living at Club Wildwood costs less than renting an apartment. The community’s monthly lot rental fee is less than $700, and includes trash, landscaping and full use of all recreation facilities.

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Regular activities include bingo, karaoke, potluck dinners, coffee hours, dart tournaments, happy hours, pancake breakfasts, line dancing and bridge games. During the social distancing requirements of COVID-19, some of these activities have been suspended, but all will be back when it is safe to gather together again.

Outside of the park, many Club Wildwood residents participate in special interest clubs, including bowling and golf leagues, the Red Hat Society, and volunteering at nearby Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point.

The 290-bed hospital, which is less than 10 minutes from Club Wildwood, is the only Level II Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center in Pasco County, and its renowned Heart Institute provides comprehensive cardiac care and an open-heart surgery program.

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“We continue to urge everyone who is eligible to get vaccinated, which is the most effective way to prevent hospitalization and death from COVID-19, as well as prevent new variants of the virus from spreading,” AdventHealth’s briefing adds.

The increase in cases is coming as schools gear up for the 2021-2022 school year.

Experts at the CDC have issued guidance for COVID-19 prevention in kindergarten through 12th grade schools.

That guidance says, in part, that “masks should be worn indoors by all individuals (age 2 and older) who are not fully vaccinated.”

The CDC also “recommends schools maintain at least 3 feet of physical distance between students within classrooms, combined with indoor mask-wearing by people who are not fully vaccinated, to reduce transmission risk.”

The American Academy of Pediatrics also advocates “keeping masks on in school and urging everyone who is eligible to get vaccinated against COVID-19” among its recommended interventions to prevent spreading the virus.

The Pasco and Hillsborough public school districts already have announced that masks would be optional in their schools during the upcoming school year.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis also has made it abundantly clear that he won’t support — and will actively battle — any attempts to make masks mandatory in the coming school year.

He addressed the issue during a news conference on July 22 at Indian River State College.

“We look forward to this upcoming year, to be a normal school year,” the governor said, during the conference, streamed by a television station covering the event.

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ZONING, from page 1A to allow general commercial uses to be considered at that location.

The county board’s action then prompted the applicant, Kiddie Campus University Inc., to change its previously filed companion rezoning request from one seeking commercial uses to one that allows a professional office use.

A land use amendment is not needed to accommodate the office request.

Attorney Barbara Wilhite, representing the applicant, told the planning board that her client has amended the rezoning request to office, in reaction to the county board “not wanting to see commercial uses at that location.”

She continued:“We heard over and over and over at both (previous) public hearings that office would be compatible, commercial would not.

“I think there was a recognition that this property is on State Road 54, at a signalized intersection, and it’s not appropriate for residential use,” she said.

Her client is seeking the least intense office use, Wilhite said, adding that in previous public hearings involving the site, the neighbors remarked that “what’s nice about office is, it’s occupied during the day, it’s not occupied at night, generally speaking, or on weekends.”

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tially advocating at the federal level imposing compulsory masks on kids. We’re not doing that in Florida, OK? “We need our kids to be able to be kids.

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Parents can send their children to school with masks, if they choose to do so, the governor said. He added:“But there shouldn’t be any coercive mandates on our schools.”

He elaborated on his opposition to requiring masks:“Is it really comfortable? Is it really healthy for them to be muzzled and have their breathing obstructed all day long in school? I don’t think it is,” DeSantis said.

If an attempt at a federal mandate is made, DeSantis pledged to fight it.

DeSantis went on to say: “If anybody is calling for lockdowns, you’re not getting that done in Florida. I’m going to protect people’s livelihoods. I’m going to protect kids’ rights to go to school. I’m going to protect people’s rights to run their small businesses.”

The governor also noted:“We have a situation where we have three vaccines that have been widely available for months and months, now.”

Contrary to what President Joe Biden said, DeSantis added, people who have been vaccinated have tested positive for COVID19.

“But I think what it does do, is that it really prevents against severe outcomes, particularly death or a serious hospitalization,” the governor said.

For instance,“the nursing home fatalities are down 95% since the vaccines rolled out,” DeSantis said.

Health officials continue to urge vaccinations.

“The best way to slow the emergence of new variants is to reduce the spread of infection by taking measures to protect yourself, including getting a vaccine when it’s available to you,” the CDC’s summary says.

The Delta variant now makes up an estimated 83.2% of the recent U.S. cases, according to the July 23 CDC report.

posed gas station attracted a sizable number of opponents, only two people spoke at the planning commission’s July 22 hearing.

Jennifer Robertson, who lives on Riverstone Drive, told the planning board: “I don’t object to it, only because I know something will go there.”

However, she voiced concerns about flooding and also asked that the neighbors be able to weigh in on what the development looks like.

“We do want something that looks nice for our neighborhood, since it’s within our neighborhood,” she said.

Douglas Grant, who also lives in the area, said he doesn’t object to the portion of the rezoning that abuts State Road 54.

However, the southern lot, which is also part of the rezoning, represents a commercial intrusion into a residential neighborhood, he said.

He said he would drop his objection if the southern property was used as an area for a retention pond, or if the development met a number of other conditions.

Attorney Wilhite said her client is seeking a “low-intensity office” use.

She added:“We will be a good neighbor.

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The planning board voted unanimously, with Planning Commissioner Roberto Saez absent, to recommend approval of the rezoning.

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MOBILITY, from page 1A 3% per year, over the coming four or five years,” Oliver said.

“The bottom line is, the mobility fee rates do need to increase,” Oliver said.“We have to recover greater costs.”

The proposed fee schedule update would: • Continue the existing (zero fee) incentives for office, industrial, lodging, and redevelopment and infill in the West Market Area • Increase most retail fees by 50% over 4 years, divided equally by year, due to cost increases and partial or full subsidy removal • Increase rates for apartments by 6% annually, for a total of 24% over four years due to cost increases and full subsidy removal • Create a new category for locally owned small businesses, with a 50% discount in standard fees • Continue to charge full rates for miniwarehousing and mining • Increase other fees by approximately 3% annually, or about 13% over four years, to address cost increases • Create a reduced rate for accessory dwellings, sometimes known as mother-inlaw residences Accessory dwelling units are defined as an ancillary or secondary living unit, not to exceed 900 square feet, that has a separate kitchen, bathroom and sleeping area, either within the same structure, or on the same lot, as the primary dwelling.

Oliver said the new schedule also is being changed to reflect changes made in state law during the last session of the Florida Legislature.

The new law establishes that impact fee increases must be limited to every four years, with a maximum of a 50% increase in individual rates.

A 50% increase must be implemented over four years in four equal installments, Oliver added.

In presenting his impact fee study to the

planning board, Oliver said Pasco began charging transportation impact fees in 1985.

It later shifted to mobility fees and decided to provide mobility fee incentives to encourage growth in specific categories.

While the proposed fee schedule calls for increasing the rate for retail by 50% over four years, it also calls for giving a discount for locally owned small business.

He said that proposal is based on private conversations he had with each member of the Pasco County Commission at the outset of his update study.

The discount for locally owned small business is based on a concern they could not absorb the increased retail fees, he said.

For purposes of the fee schedule, locally owned small businesses are defined as businesses that are not chain operations, that have 25 or fewer employees and that are 51%-owned by people whose permanent household is in Pasco, Hillsborough, Hernando, Pinellas, Sumter or Polk counties All other fees, such as single-family residential, institutional fees, recreational fees, other land use categories, will be indexed over the next four years at about an increase of 3.13% per year, Oliver said.

Oliver also noted that: “By and large, Pasco County’s fee rates are comparable to Hillsborough County’s — slightly less in some cases, slightly more in other cases.”

He added that Pasco’s incentives offer a great benefit for office, industrial and lodging developments.

The consultant reminded the planning board, “the change we’re making now is supposed to last us for four years, unless we find extraordinary circumstances.”

The county’s planning department has found the proposed changes to be consistent with the county’s comprehensive plan and recommends approval to the Pasco County Commission.

The planning board voted to do the same, on a unanimous vote, with Planning Commissioner Roberto Saez absent.

If the changes are approved, they would take effect on Jan. 1, 2022, Oliver said.

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The 2021 Miracle Sports all-state teams were released earlier this month honoring the top softball players in Florida — and area standouts were well-represented.

Over 40 softball players across nine schools from The Laker/Lutz News coverage area were recognized either as first-team, second-team, third-team or honorable mention.

All-State selections were made by longtime Florida sportswriter Corey Davis, with nominations considered from prep coaches of playoff and non-playoff teams statewide, representing classes 1A through 7A. The Land O’ Lakes High Gators (5A) led all area programs with nine selections, including two first-teamers in juniors Nehanda Lewis and Emma Nixon.

The Gators went 24-8 and finished 5A state-runner up, falling to Fort Myers High 76 in the state championship game on May 21 in Claremont.

Lewis — the team’s primary shortstop and a University of Central Florida softball commit — also was named 5A player of the year.

She led the Gators in batting average (.477), hits (41), RBI (40), walks (14), doubles (11), triples (five) and home runs (three), among other categories.

Nixon — the team’s catcher and a University of West Georgia commit — hit .295 with eight doubles and 34 RBI. Defensively, she paced the Gators in putouts (141) and threw out three base stealers.

Meanwhile, Land O’ Lakes head coach Mitch Wilkins was honored as 5A coach of the year.

In his eighth season as coach,Wilkins has paced the Gators to a combined 169-49-1 mark, including six 20-plus win seasons and a state crown in 2017. Likewise impressive on this year’s run was that the Gators roster included just two seniors (Stanley and Kalynn Lindsey), so the program should again be top-notch in coming years.

Academy at the Lakes — with a 17-5 record and a trip to the 2A regional semifinals — garnered the next-most selections among area schools, celebrating seven players on the 2A all-state team.

Freshman outfielder Addy Aliano, was a

2021 Miracle Sports all-state teams CLASS 7A • Madison Frey, Steinbrenner, junior, catcher (third team) • Lily Holtje, Steinbrenner, freshman, catcher (third team) • Emily Chiarella, Steinbrenner, junior, outfielder (third team) • Ashley Schroll, Steinbrenner, senior, utility (third team) • Hailey Bellamy, Steinbrenner, sophomore, utility (third team) • Lexi Cowles, Wharton, sophomore, utility (first team) • Tieley Vaughn, Wharton, senior, infielder (honorable mention) CLASS 6A • Jocelyn Wilkes, Gaither, junior, utility (first team) • Marley Quammie, Gaither, freshman, outfielder (third team)

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The Academy at the Lakes Wildcats varsity softball program went 17-5 and advanced to the 2A regional semifinals. Seven Wildcats made the Miracle Sports 2A all-state team.

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Land O’ Lakes High Gators varsity softball head coach Mitch Wilkins was named Miracle Sports 5A softball coach of the year.

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The Land O’ Lakes High Gators varsity softball program went 24-8 and finished Class 5A state runner-up. Nine of the team’s players made the Miracle Sports 5A all-state team, which was the most among all local schools in The Laker/Lutz News coverage area.

second-team choice; and pitchers Sydney Klein (freshman) and Katie Ferguson (eighth grade), earned third-team nods.

Aliano led the Wildcats in runs scored (26) to go along with a .338 batting average, 22 RBI and 13 stolen bases.

Klein and Ferguson both tossed more than 50 innings with sub 4 ERAs and 50plus strikeouts each.

The Steinbrenner High Warriors (7A) and Wiregrass Ranch Bulls (6A) also had very strong all-state representation with five allstate selections apiece in their respective classifications.

All five Warriors were third-team 7A picks — senior Ashley Schroll, juniors Madison Frey and Emily Chiarella, sopho-

more Hailey Bellamy and freshman Lily Holtje, respectively. Steinbrenner went 23-5 and reached the 7A regional quarterfinals.

Leading the way for the Bulls, meanwhile, was first-team 6A choice Brianna Baer, a junior outfielder.

Baer posted a .412 batting average with four homers (including a grand slam), five doubles, two triples, 29 RBIs, 21 runs scored and six steals.

The Gaither High Cowboys (6A) and Wesley Chapel Wildcats (4A) garnered four selections apiece.

Among the Cowboys top choices was 6A first-teamer Jocelyn Wilkes, a junior utility player and University of South Florida commit.

• Alex Wilkes, Gaither, sophomore, utility (third team) • Megan Loughren, Gaither, sophomore, infielder (honorable mention) • Larken Maseda, Sunlake, junior, outfielder (third team) • Brianna Baer, Wiregrass Ranch, junior, outfielder(first team) • Kylee Johnson, Wiregrass Ranch, sophomore, infielder (second team) • Isabella Amendolaro, Wiregrass Ranch, junior, outfielder (third team) • Elise Eason, Wiregrass Ranch, junior, infielder (honorable mention) • Gracie Bethel, Wiregrass Ranch, sophomore, infielder (honorable mention)

• Nehanda Lewis, Land O’ Lakes, junior, infielder (first team) • Kiersten Stevens, Land O’ Lakes, freshman, outfielder (third team) • Mia Fields, Land O’ Lakes, freshman, pitcher (honorable mention) • Gracie Stanley, Land O’ Lakes, senior, utility (honorable mention) • Reagan Alapa, Land O’ Lakes, sophomore, utility (honorable mention) • Jadyn Spencer, Land O’ Lakes, sophomore, utility (honorable mention) • Nicol Werking, Land O’ Lakes, sophomore, outfielder (honorable mention) • Aliana Mercado, Land O’ Lakes, sophomore, utility (honorable mention)

CLASS 5A • Coach of the Year: Mitch Wilkins, Land O’ Lakes • Player of the Year: Nehanda Lewis, Land O’ Lakes, infielder (first team) • Emma Nixon, Land O’ Lakes, junior, catcher (first team)

CLASS 4A • Kadence Means, Wesley Chapel, junior, catcher (third team) • Ashley Garrison, Wesley Chapel, senior, infielder (third team) • Ava Blakely, Wesley Chapel, freshman, outfielder (third team)

Wilkes put up eye-popping numbers in 18 games played — leading the Cowboys in batting average (.649), doubles (16), home runs (seven) and RBIs (40).

Wilkes also was the team’s ace in the circle, posting a 3.35 ERA and 98 strikeouts across 96 innings pitched.

All of Wesley Chapel’s selections earned third-team 4A designations — senior Ashley Garrison, juniors Madelyn Golka and Kadence Means, and freshman Ava Blakely, respectively.

The Cypress Creek Coyotes (3A) had three all-state selections — senior pitcher Hailey Vazquez (third-team) and junior infielders Mandy Schwartz (third-team) and Jillian Hudson (honorable mention).

The Wharton High Wildcats (7A) had two all-state picks — sophomore utility Lexi Cowles (first-team) and senior infielder Tieley Vaughn (honorable mention). Both Cowles and Vaughn hit over .400 with double-digit extra-base hits apiece.

The Sunlake High Seahawks (6A) had a lone all-state representative in junior outfielder Larken Maseda, a third-team choice.

Maseda — a Palm Beach Atlantic University softball commit — led the Seahawks in RBIs (20) to go along with a .362 batting clip and seven extra-base hits.

She also paced the team in fielding percentage (.982) and putouts (96).

No local schools or athletes were recognized in Class 1A. • Madelyn Golka, Wesley Chapel, junior, utility (third team) CLASS 3A • Hailey Vazquez, Cypress Creek, senior, pitcher (third team) • Mandy Schwartz, Cypress Creek, junior, infielder (third team) • Jillian Hudson, Cypress Creek, junior, infielder (honorable mention) CLASS 2A • Addy Aliano, Academy at the Lakes, freshman, outfielder (second team) • Sydney Klein, Academy at the Lakes, freshman, pitcher (third team) • Katie Ferguson, Academy at the Lakes, freshman, pitcher (third team) • Vanessa Alexander, Academy at the Lakes, senior, infielder (honorable mention) • Juliana Ries, Academy at the Lakes, freshman, infielder (honorable mention) • Alina Ries, Academy at the Lakes, freshman, outfielder (honorable mention) • Molly Blackwood, Academy at the Lakes, freshman, utility (honorable mention)

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The Lutz Baseball 18U All-Stars recently won the Florida Babe Ruth State Championship in Bunnell, defeating West Volusia Athletic Club-DeBary in a double elimination contest (10-0, 2-1). Lutz.

The local all-star squad is coached by Tim Daley.

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The Land O’ Lakes Girls Softball Little League Majors AllStars (ages 10-12) won the Florida Little League State Championship, in St. Cloud. The squad defeated Viera Suntree Little League (10-2) and Estates Little League (16-0) before downing Tampa Bay Little COURTESY OF SHAUNA RAPP League (3-2) in the finals. Land O’ Lakes advanced to the Little League Southeast Regional, which features eight states, in Warner Robins, Georgia.

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“For 30 minutes or 45 minutes, I walk around the house. I see all of these insects and bugs and butterflies. I take pictures of them and I love it,” said Jackson, recent recipient of a Tampa Bay Community Water Wise Award, for residential landscape, in Pasco County.

When Jackson sets out on his explorations, he never knows exactly what he’ll encounter.

One day, as he was capturing an image of a swamp hibiscus, a butterfly flew in and landed on the bloom — right on cue.

On another day, he may observe a lady beetle perching on a Duck Potato plant, or a Monarch caterpillar curled up on a flower bud.

On a really lucky day, he’ll capture a Monarch emerging from its chrysalis.

Chances are good that he’ll see something interesting: His yard is a showcase of flourishing Florida native plants. It’s exactly the kind of landscape that attracts all sorts of birds, bees and butterflies.

His yard also demonstrates what can be achieved — even with a limited use of water and little, or no, use of fertilizer and pesticides.

Jackson, who lives with his wife, Barbara, at 23438 Cherbourg Loop, in Land O’ Lakes, said the secret is learning how to work with the ecosystem.

“When you do go native, you have to have information,” he said.

Jackson has built up his knowledge — through professional and personal pursuits.

He’s a member of the Suncoast Chapter of Florida Native Plant Society (FNPS), in Hillsborough County; the Nature Coast Chapter of FNPS, in Pasco County; and, the Tampa Audubon Society.

Before retiring, he worked for decades in grounds maintenance, landscape design and management, park planning and park design, and other roles — shifting between the City of Tampa and Hillsborough County.

He managed two bond issues in Hillsborough County — one for $10 million to develop Lettuce Lake Park, Alderman’s Ford, Upper Tampa Bay and three nature parks; and another for $20 million for park improvements.

He wasn’t introduced to native plants until he was in his 30s.

He said he frequently worked with advisory boards, and a member of one of those boards asked him: “You’re doing native plants, aren’t you?”

“I said:‘There are native plants?’”

He decided it was time to learn about them.

So, he started visiting native plant nurseries and observing how the plants grew.

Then, he began experimenting in his halfacre yard at home, near the community of Lake Magdalene, in Hillsborough County.

“What made the difference was when I started to realize how important the native plants were to the wildlife,” Jackson said.

After retirement, he and Barbara moved to their current home, which is next to the Cypress Creek Preserve.

During a recent interview, he walked around, talking about some of his native plants, trees and shrubs.

“This tree, here, is a weeping yaupon. It’s a wonderful tree. It has a lot of really neat advantages. It’s a holly. It’s one of five hollies that we have that are local,” he said.

The tree’s leaves, he said, can be used to make tea — which he did, just the day before.

He has a dwarf blueberry plant, too.

“What’s nice about this is that it’s easy to grow. It has a wonderful flavor. It’s a mar-

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This Giant Swallow butterfly is perched on a Swamp Hibiscus which can grow 5 feet to 8 feet tall and 2 feet to 4 feet wide. It is a longlived perennial with showy flowers that comes in various colors. It attracts hummingbirds and is the larval host plant of several butterfly species.

Good Central Florida Native Plants for wildlife Wildflowers: Beach sunflower, Black-eyed Susan, Partridge pea, Spiderwort, Starry rosinwood, Tickseed, Tropical Sage Shrubs, vines and grasses: American Beautyberry, Blazing star, Blue-eyed grass, Coral Honeysuckle, Dotted horsemint, Elderberry, Firebush, Florida green eyes, Frostweed, Rouge plant, Saw palmetto, Southern Dewberry, Stokes aster, Walter’s viburnum, wild coffee Trees: Cabbage palm, Coral bean, Dahoon holly, Red mulberry, Simpson’s Stopper, Yaupon holly Butterfly larva host plants: Coontie, Frogfruit or Turkey Tangle, live oak, milkweeds, Passion flower (corky stem), Passion flower (purple), Twin flower

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Joel and Barbara Jackson proudly display the water-wise award that Joel and his yard received for residential landscape. The Tampa Bay Community Water Wise Awards program recognizes individuals and businesses that are committed to conserving water resources and protecting the environment by using the best in attractive, Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ as well as irrigation systems or techniques that minimize water waste.

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This Lady Beetle seems quite at home on this Duck Potato plant. Duck Potato grows in wet ditches, pond edges and banks. It is commonly used in pond and wetlands restoration.

The time a Monarch chrysalis takes to emerge as a butterfly varies according to the temperature. The warmer it is, the less time it takes.

velous plant,” Jackson said.

He also has coreopsis, which is the state’s wildflower. And, he has blanketflower that he says is easy to grow.

His Spiderwort, he said,“comes out in the morning, and by night, it’s folded up and gone.”

There’s coontie in his yard, too. That’s “probably the most waterwise plant you can get. It’s a cycad. It’s not a palm,” he said.

A walkway leads from the front of his home to the back. It’s aptly named, Butterfly Crossing — because butterflies can be seen fluttering about in an area loaded with plants that attract butterflies, bees and other pollinators.

“The firebush has flowers that butterflies like. At the same time, hummingbirds like them,” Jackson said.

The wildlife enthusiast also has nesting boxes for bluebirds, a duck box and a bat box. He has wetlands plants, too.

The lawn out front is lush and healthy.

“It has not been fertilized in years — probably four or five years,” Jackson said.

Plus, he said, he uses no pesticides.

He lets nature take its course.

He’s vigilant about conserving water, too.

“We don’t do anything on a routine basis.

“I have a soil sampler that I push down and I check the soil for moisture,” Jackson said. “I don’t irrigate, until I know the soil needs it.”

He also notes that within a single yard, water needs can vary greatly — so it’s important to know your landscape, and its needs.

He said he can go nearly a year and only irrigate three or four times, or perhaps even less.

“In the summertime, we very rarely ever irrigate because we get a lot of rain here in Florida,” he said.

When sharing his passion for native plants, he typically doesn’t begin by talking about the plants.

Instead, he said: “I start off with: ‘Is wildlife important to you?’

“I tell them: ‘If you really like birds, you need to do native plants.’”

Occasionally, he’ll encounter pushback from people who have zero interest in native plants.

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But some people are more receptive, and they will give native plants a try.

Jackson said he knows that’s true because he’s received emails, particularly during the pandemic, from people who tell him:“You know, I put some native plants in my yard and I go out there and I can’t believe all of the birds and the butterflies I’m getting.’”

That’s exactly the kind of enthusiasm he’s hoping to inspire.

It’s good for wildlife. It’s good for the environment. And, it’s good for people who want to enjoy their landscapes, he said.

“Your yard can be an exciting place.

Native plants bring life to your yard,” Jackson said.

If your organization would like to invite Joel Jackson to give a talk about native plants and their benefits to wildlife, you can reach him by email at JoelJackson42@gmail.com.

Sources: Joel Jackson, an experienced native plant gardener; and, plant descriptions on the Florida Native Plant Society’s website, which is FNPS.org.

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“Purchasing a manatee or sea turtle decal and displaying it is a simple way to make a difference for some of Florida’s most iconic, imperiled species,” Ron Mezich, section leader of the FWC’s Imperiled Species Management Section, said in a news release.

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Dr.Tristan Hensley will offer free dental cleanings to children and teens who are uninsured or otherwise unable to obtain dental care.

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The Florida Department of Elder Affairs and the Area Agency on Aging of Pasco & Pinellas offer the SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) program, to assist with Medicare, Medicaid, and health insurance questions through one-on-onecounseling and information.

These upcoming seminars will be offered via Zoom: • Aug. 3 at noon: Medicare Long Term Care • Aug. 4 at 10 a.m.: Medicare Part C Advantage Plans • Aug. 4 at noon: Medicare Basics • Aug. 7 at 10 a.m.: Medicare Basics • Aug. 10 at noon: Medicare Fraud • Aug. 11 at 10 a.m.: Medicare Basics

The Alzheimer’s Association will host “In Good Company: Alzheimer’s in the Workplace” on Aug. 5 at 8:15 a.m., via Zoom.

Participants can join community leaders to learn more about the impact of Alzheimer’s in the workplace and how an organization can make a different in the community.

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Dr. Maria Scunziano-Singh will discuss how to reawaken your inner child, painlessly and happily.

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AdventHealth Medical Group Multispecialty at San Antonio now is open at 30115 State Road 52, Suite 101, in San Antonio.

The practice treats gastrointestinal, bariatric and other chronic digestive disorders.

“As we continue to grow in the community, our goal remains the same, to continue providing world-class and convenient patient care closer to home,” said Jason Newmyer, administrator/vice president for AdventHealth Dade City, in a news release.

“By opening this new practice, we will be able to expand our robust digestive health offerings and make our community a

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BayCare welcomes new physicians Dr. Michelle Spencer has joined BayCare Medical Group, 28864 State Road 54 in Wesley Chapel.

She is the newest primary care physician at the Saddelbrook office, which opened this spring.

She is board certified in family medicine, and is accepting new patients age 2 and older.

Dr. Spencer joins the group after practicing family medicine in New Hampshire for more than 22 years. healthier place,” said Newmyer.

The 6,000-square-foot facility features onsite imaging, eight exam rooms, and onsite education/consultation rooms for patients to receive support during and after treatments.

Dr. Naga Thatimatla and Dr. Kalyani Meduri now are accepting patients at the practice.

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To learn more, please visit DrMichelleSpencer.org.

Dr. Shiva Tadakal also has joined the BayCare Medical Group office at 2529 Cypress Ridge Blvd., in Wesley Chapel He is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, and speaks Hindu,Telugu and Kannada.

Dr.Tadakal specializes in family medicine and also is accepting new patients.

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The Tampa Walk to End Alzheimer’s, presented by Old Republic Title, is scheduled for Nov. 13, at Raymond James Stadium, 4201 N. Dale Mabry Highway in Tampa.

The walk is the largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research.

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The Laker/Lutz News likes to keep our readers informed about available classes, seminars, lectures and events regarding health and wellness issues. Hospitals, doctors, individual practitioners and anyone related to the health care industry can submit information, at least two weeks in advance, to be considered for publication. Photos of events, recognitions and so on, also are welcome.

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Members of the GFWC Lutz-Land O’ Lakes Woman’s Club recently attended a golf tournament at Innnsbrook Golf Resort, a fundraiser for veterans. The women gave each veteran present a star (removed from retired American flags), along with a patriotic verse in a pocket sleeve, meant to be worn close to one’s heart. The recipients were deeply moved and appreciative of the star packets. From left: Mary Jane Carrino, Dolores Tarafa, Lois Cohen, Dee Knerr, Nancy Taylor, Deb Cardona, Darlene Choe and Jan King. For information on the club, visit GFWCLutzLandOLakesWomansClub.org, or its Facebook page.

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Firehouse Subs restaurants once again will host its bottled water collection drive through its ninth-annual H2O For Heroes campaign, on Aug. 7, nationwide, according to a news release.

The drive aims to help to hydrate local first responders during the record-breaking summer heat.

Guests are asked to bring in an unopened 24-pack of bottled water, any brand, to any of the Firehouse Subs franchises. In return for the donation, patrons will receive a free medium sub of their choice.

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The Pasco County Planning Commission and the county’s planners have recommended approval of a rezoning that would allow 400 apartments on approximately 43.42 acres at the southeast corner of Wesley Chapel Boulevard and Hay Road.

Denise Hernandez, the county’s zoning administrator, detailed the request at the planning board’s July 22 meeting.

The proposed multifamily project would be located between the recently approved Hay Road Townhomes project to the west and Compark 75, to the east.

“Multifamily apartment uses create a transition from the industrial uses to the townhomes,” Hernandez said.

The request is consistent with the county’s land development code and its comprehensive plan, Hernandez added.

The site is currently zoned for agricultural and light industrial uses.

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The planning board and county staff recommend approval of those variance requests.

The planning board voted unanimously to recommend approval of the rezoning, with the exception of Planning Commission Roberto Saez, who was absent.

No one raised objections about the request during the public hearing.

The Pasco County Commission is expected to take final action on the land use plan amendment, which is required for the rezoning, and on the rezoning itself, during its Aug. 24 meeting, according to Joel Tew, the attorney representing the applicants.

Although the request has the support of the planning board and county staff, it has faced opposition in the past.

Commissioners were divided on the land use plan amendment, voting 3-2 to transmit the request to state officials for review.

Commission Chairman Ron Oakley, and Commissioners Kathryn Starkey and Christina Fitzpatrick voted in favor of the transmittal, while Commissioners Mike Moore and Jack Mariano were opposed.

Moore who ultimately persuaded his colleagues to allow a six-month moratorium, which affects only his district, has urged commissioners to ease up on rezonings for multifamily developments.

If it doesn’t, Moore predicts there will be a heavy price to pay in the future, when a glut of apartment buildings leads to high vacancy rates and buildings that fall into disrepair.

The Laker/Lutz News Staff Report Hillsborough County wants to hear the public’s thoughts on a proposed improvement at the intersection of U.S. 41 and Sunset Lane, in Lutz.

The county is conducting a two-week public comment period, through a virtual engagement process, according to a county news release.

The feedback runs until Aug. 2.

The proposed improvements at U.S. 41 and Sunset Lane would add a turn lane and updated traffic signals.

The $1.6 million project is expected to begin in summer of 2022 and be complete in summer of 2023.

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Rapp-McCall earned her doctorate in social work from the University of Buffalo. She is a resident of Hillsborough County.

BACK-TO-SCHOOL EXTRAVAGANZA

Florida KidCare will present a Back-toSchool Extravaganza from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at these locations: • July 31, Citrus Park Mall • Aug. 8,Tampa Premium Outlets The event will include backpack giveaways, free school supplies, face-painting, games, photo stops, characters, stage performances, and information on family services.

For more, call 727-674-1464.

SCHOOL SUPPLIES NEEDED

The Hillsborough Education Foundation’s “Erase the Need” school supply drive will run July 28 through Aug. 6. The top 20 most-needed school supplies are: backpacks, cap erasers, 12-count colored pencils, composition books, copy paper, 24count crayons, dry-erase markers, filler paper, glue sticks, glue bottles, highlighters, index cards, large pink erasers, pencils, pens, pocket folders, rulers, scissors, spiral notebooks and washable markers. Drop-offs can be made to the donation bins in the lobby at these area YMCAs: • East Pasco Family YMCA, 37301 Chapel Hill Loop, Zephyrhills • New Tampa Family YMCA, 16221 Compton Drive,Tampa For information and more locations, visit EducationFoundation.com/DonateSchoolSu pplies.

MEET THE TEACHER

Seven Oaks Elementary School, 27633 Mystic Oak Blvd., in Wesley Chapel, will host two Meet the Teacher sessions on Aug. 5, for students and families.

Prekindergarten through second-grade students can attend from 10 a.m. to noon, and third-grade through fifth-grade students can attend from noon to 2 p.m.

Students must be registered for school in advance. Summer registration hours are Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

At the event, families will need to report to the cafeteria first, to pick up classroom assignments.

Both sessions will provide the opportunity to get teacher assignments, meet the teacher, get transportation information, tour the campus, order a yearbook, purchase spirit gear, join the PTA, and get answers to questions about the school.

For information, call Seven Oaks at 813794-0700.

There will be a Back to School drivethru event on Aug. 7 from 10 a.m. to noon at Life Church, 6224 Old Pasco Road in Wesley Chapel, that will include free school supplies. Students must be present.

Giveaways are on a first-come, first-served basis.

To donate a backpack through the Sydney Paige Foundation, visit tinyurl.com/h3v5w778.

BACK TO SCHOOL DRIVE-THRU

The Church @ Myrtle Lake, 2017 Reigler Road in Land O’ Lakes, will host a Back to School Drive-Thru on Aug. 7 from 10 a.m. to noon.

This is a free backpack and school supply giveaway for kindergarten through 12th grade.

One backpack per child in attendance, while supplies last.

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STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS

• Haarika Gurivireddygari, a graduate of Steinbrenner High School, received a $5,000 scholarship from Wieland Rolled Products North America.

• Sarah Jason-Vikram, of Wesley Chapel, was named to the Dean’s List and received an Associate of Arts, Psychology Transfer Pathway, with high honors, from Normandale Community College, Bloomington, Minnesota.

SHOE & SOCK DRIVE

The Two Good Soles Shoes and Socks Drive is underway through Oct. 22, with the Pasco County government and constitutional offices working together to collect footwear for kids in Pasco County schools.

Last year’s drive yielded 1,746 pairs of shoes and 5,773 pairs of socks.

Social workers will distribute the items to Pasco County Schools students at the end of October.

Drop-off locations/collection boxes are at the offices of the Pasco County Clerk & Comptroller, the Pasco County Property Appraiser, and the Pasco County Tax Collector.

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The Florida Organization for Human Services Inc. (FLOHS) will host a virtual conference scheduled for Oct. 6 and Oct. 7. The theme is “Resilient Horizons: Breaking Down Barriers.”

The educational nonprofit is seeking workshop proposals on how to be resilient through trying times, and that focus on how to provide knowledge and skills to help others.

The audience will include students, new practitioners and more established professionals.

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The Pasco County Library Cooperative will offer a cooking class on July 29 at 10 a.m., as part of its Summer Reading program.

Participants can make nutritious “Swamp Sludge.” For information, contact Amaris Papadopoulos at 727-861-3020 or amarisp@pascolibraries.org.

Library closures Hugh Embry, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City, has been cleared of its contents, with construction set to start on remodeling the library. The project is expected to be completed by mid-2022. The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, also is scheduled to close on Aug. 14, in preparation for its remodeling, which is expected to wrap up by late 2022.

DRAGON TALES

The Hillsborough County Public Library Cooperative will host “Dragon Tales” on July 29 at 11 a.m., for all ages. Participants can see live lizards and listen to Safari Todd talk about various species from around the world. Registration is through the calendar feature at HCPLC.org.

NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY

The Nature Coast Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society will meet on Aug. 10 at 7 p.m., at Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd.The guest speaker will be J. Mike Kell on the topic of “Bluebirds: 2012 to 2020.”The presentation will explain the West Pasco Audubon Bluebird Project, which provides nest boxes and education about how to help the bluebird thrive.

Meetings are free.There will not be any refreshments or drinks available. Guests can bring their own and must wear a mask. For information, call 813-469-9597.

New club location The East Pasco Republican Club meets the third Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m., now at its new location, at Shepherd of the Hills Church, 37015 Orange Valley Lane in Dade City. Refreshments are served at the meetings.

Volunteers needed Volunteers are needed for the Toys for Tots Kringle Jingle 5K Run/Walk on July 31 at The Concourse, 11919 Alric Pottberg Road in Shady Hills. Volunteers will help to cheer on the racers along the route, hand out water, hand out medals and assist with the awards. Those helping also will receive a goodie bag, a shirt, and a pancake breakfast, and must report to the venue by 6 a.m. For information, email Liz@theconcourse.org.

SPOOKY STORIES

The Pasco County Library Cooperative will host “Haunted Pasco in the Park” on July 30 at 5 p.m., at the Elsie Logan Memorial Park, 15830 Greenglen Lane in Shady Hills.There will be spooky stories and s’mores.The guest speaker will be local author and paranormal researcher Christopher Balzano. Participants should bring a lawn chair. For information, contact Amaris Papadopoulos at 727-861-3020 or amarisp@pascolibraries.org.

• “Some Like It Hot” (1959: PG: Comedy), Aug. 1 at 3 p.m., and Aug. 5 at 7:30 p.m.

• “Singin’ in the Rain” (1952: G: Musical), Aug. 8 at 3 p.m., and Aug. 12 at 7:30 p.m.

• “Young Frankenstein” (1974: PG: Comedy),Aug. 15 at 3 p.m., and Aug. 19 at 7:30 p.m.

• “Casablanca” (1942: PG: Drama),Aug. 22 at 3 p.m., and Aug. 26 at 7:30 p.m.

• “The Black Pirate Adventure” (1926: Not Rated: Silent),Aug. 29 at 3 p.m., and Sept. 2 at 7:30 p.m., $13 at the box office, $15 online, and $10 for theater members.

Unless otherwise noted, all films are $10 at the box office, $12 online, and $7 for theater members. For information, visit TampaTheatre.org.

CHRISTMAS IN JULY

The St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital Foundation is hosting its annual Christmas in July donation drive, virtually, through July 31. Donations will provide ways to help children at the hospital to cope during their stay.To find out how to help, visit StJosephsChristmas.org.

THEATER FLEX PASSES

Live Oak Theatre, based in Brooksville, offers flex passes for its seasons, in lieu of season tickets, to allow patrons to purchase multiple tickets at a discount that can be used for any of its productions, both Main Stage and its new Acorn Theatre productions, as well as concerts and events.The passes also can be used for Improv Nights. Certain restrictions apply.

For more information, call 352-593-0027, email liveoakboxoffice@gmail.com, or visit LiveOakTheatre.org.

YARN GROUP

The Pasco County Library Cooperative will host “Virtual Yarn for More” on Aug. 3 at 12:30 p.m., via Zoom. Participants can get out their own yarn projects, and knit or crochet with others. For information, call the New River Library at 813-788-6375.To register, visit PascoLibraries.org.

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The Tampa Theatre, 711 N. Franklin St., in downtown Tampa, will again host its Summer Classics Movie Series. Upcoming shows include:

NETWORKING GROUP

The East Pasco Networking Group will meet on Aug. 10 at 7:30 a.m., at the Sarah Vande Berg Tennis & Wellness Center, 6585 Simons Road in Zephyrhills.The guest speaker will be Supervisor of Elections Brian Corley.

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SEW A POCKET

The Regency Park Library, 9701 Little Road in New Port Richey, will offer an adult takeand-make “Sew It Seams” kit on Aug. 2, while supplies last. Participants can learn how to replace a tiny, unusable pants pocket with an insert. For information, call 727-8613049.

RIFLE SAFETY PROGRAM

The Dade City Gun Club will offer the NRA’s FIRST Step (Firearm Instruction, Responsibility and Safety Training) Rifle Program for area youth and those interested in learning how to properly handle a rifle, on Aug. 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (with a lunch break).The cost is $45 per person and includes the use of a rifle (Ruger 10/22), ammunition, NRA training materials, refreshments, professional instruction, and a safe shooting environment. Participants can use their own rifle, but it must be approved in advance by an instructor. Deadline to

SPIRIT OF WOODSTOCK

The three-day, camping-optional Spirit of Woodstock event will take place Aug. 13 to Aug. 15, at the Sertoma Youth Ranch in Brooksville.The music festival includes children’s activities, such as hayrides, and arts and crafts; a Hippie Hound & Pooch Parade contest; Best Hippie Contest; Grooviest Campsite Contest; a free yoga class (Aug. 14); live music, food, merchandise, and more. Campfires will be allowed.This is a pet-friendly event. Singleday tickets and weekend passes are available. For information and tickets, visit SpiritOfWoodstock.org.

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28 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., at 109 Willow Bend Parkway in Lutz, at the corner of U.S. 41 and County Line Road.The event will include a Lil Miss & Sir Watermelon Pageant (youth age groups and prizes), a watermelon toss contest, a watermeloneating contest, watermelon sales, live music, food trucks, farm fun, and local vendors. For information, text 813-2993600.

MOON MARKET

The Tiki Cove, 2700 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes, will host a Moon Market on Aug. 21 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.This family and pet-friendly event will include more than 20 local vendors, fresh produce, live music, cold drinks, made-to-order food, and more.Admission is free.

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The Bellamy Brothers will perform a fundraiser concert,“An Evening With The Bellamy Brothers,” on Aug. 26 at the Dan Cannon Auditorium, Pasco County Fairgrounds, 36722 State Road 52 in Dade City, to benefit the Thomas Promise Foundation.Attendance is by table purchase only. Each table seats eight people (dinner is included). Doors will open at 5:30 p.m., for dinner, and the concert will start at 7:30 p.m.Table purchases are tax deductible. For information and to reserve a table, call 813782-2000.

WATERMELON FESTIVAL

The second-annual Lutz Watermelon Festival on the Farm is scheduled for Aug.

The Largest Baby Shower is scheduled for Sept. 11 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., at the Evolve Event Center, 4575 Pet Lane in Lutz.There will be food trucks, games, a maternity fashion show, vendors, raffles and free giveaways.The cost is $5 per person.

Children age 5 and younger are free. For ticket and vendor information, email tlbserver@gmail.com, or call 813-997-3379.

SEEKING VENDORS

The 12th annual Harvest Festival scheduled for Oct. 23 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., in downtown Zephyrhills, is seeking vendors.

Applications are being accepted for vendors/ministries, sponsors and food trucks. For information, call 615-440-2044, or email serving_the_lord@msn.com.

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Protect yourself from red tide effects The Laker/Lutz News Staff Writer

• Wear shoes to prevent injuries from stepping on fish carcasses.

• Keep pets away from water, sea spray, and dead fish affected by red tide.

• Don't harvest or eat shellfish from an affected area.

• People with chronic respiratory problems should avoid a red tide area.

• If breathing difficulties do not subside after leaving a red tide area or going indoors, contact your health care provider.

For more information on the status of red tide in Hillsborough County and how to report fish kills, visit HCFLGov.net/RedTide.

As efforts continue to remove dead fish from regional waterways, officials from Hillsborough County have compiled some pointers from the Florida Department of Health, to help reduce the risks posed by red tide.

Here are those pointers, shared in a news release from Hillsborough County: • When possible, stay away from water bodies and beaches where red tide or fish killed by the toxic algae is present.

• Don't touch or swim near dead fish.

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