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Hooters coming to Land O’ Lakes? No By Michael Hinman mhinman@lakerlutznews.com

Could it be a little wishful thinking? Drivers heading north on Land O’ Lakes Boulevard saw a surprise announcement on the sign that once shared dinner specials at the old Mosquito Grill & Bar: the long-rumored Hooters chain was coming to that location next year. The problem, however, is it’s not true.At least for now. “I’ve called it one of Land O’ Lakes’ biggest urban legends,” said Meredith Kleker, executive director of the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce.“All I’ve ever heard about that is rumors, and we’ve been hearing them for years.” In fact, Hooters was rumored to be com-

ing to Land O’ Lakes in 2012 when Rapscallions was still open at 4422 Land O’ Lakes Blvd. The owner of the restaurant, however, told an online publication at the time that it wasn’t true, nor were reports that Rapscallions was closing. Rapscallions did indeed close a short time later, but Hooters didn’t swoop in to take over the lakeside property. Mosquito Grill & Bar opened there instead. That restaurant shut down last spring, once again opening the rumor floodgates that included the Atlanta-based chain. And since Centennial Bank claimed ownership of the 2 acres of land that covers the two lakeside lots along U.S. 41, the sign announcing the new Hooters was even more See HOOTERS, page 7A

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Pristine Lakes moves planned entrance to Ehren Cutoff By Michael Hinman mhinman@lakerlutznews.com

Homeowners living along Fletch Road may have won a battle to stop their small rural street from becoming the primary entrance of a large new community. Southern Crafted Homes, which had proposed a 120-unit project around Curve Lake just northwest of Ehren Cutoff, has apparently abandoned its plans to use Fletch Road’s indirect access to U.S. 41, and instead looks poised to purchase nearby property to provide direct access to Ehren Cutoff. That’s exactly what one neighbor, Bobbi Smith, hoped she would someday hear.

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“All we wanted was for the traffic to go a different way,” Smith said.“That’s the answer to everybody’s concern.” Southern Crafted worked to get approvals for its project — now known as Pristine Lakes — last May. At the time, the developers had no options of going to Ehren Cutoff because they couldn’t come to terms with a neighboring landowner to purchase his property. But that changed last month when Southern Crafted asked to meet with Pasco County officials again, this time to talk about amending its plan, cutting through cropland See ENTRANCE, page 7A

Wiregrass Ranch readies for 10-period day By B.C. Manion bcmanion@lakerlutzenews.com

It’s not official yet, but Wiregrass Ranch High School officials are moving ahead with planning for a 10-period school day. The Pasco County School Board is expected to vote on the issue in December. But the school can’t wait to start planning until then, because if it did that, it wouldn’t have time to properly plan, school principal Robyn White said. School officials have looked at other ideas, she added, but the 10-period day seems to be the best approach for dealing with the school’s burgeoning enrollment. “While that seems to the most feasible and logical solution right now, we have stayed open to other possibilities,” White said. “We have looked at every suggestion that anybody has given. So far, we haven’t come up with anything better.” By having a 10-period day, the school can provide a less crowded campus for most of the school day, said White, who has been the school’s principal since it opened in 2006. When it opened, it had just freshman and sophomores, for a total enrollment of 752. As of last week, the enrollment was 2,333. That figure is expected to grow by least 175 students next school year, bringing the total to nearly 2,500. Wiregrass Ranch High was built for an enrollment of 1,633. It already has 30 portable classrooms to address the overflow. The 10-period day would work like this: Sophomores through seniors would begin and end the school day at the same time they do now, 7:25 a.m. and 1:56 p.m., respectively. Freshmen begin at 10:18 a.m., and end at 4:44 p.m. All of the school’s students would be on campus for three periods each day, but that is manageable because roughly 500 kids are at lunch at any given time, White said. The school now has four lunch periods each day, but will need to add a fifth one next year because of the anticipated enrollment increase. School officials are aware the new schedule will pose some challenges for parents and for students who are involved in after-

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Wiregrass Ranch High School assistant principal Shauntte Butcher compares the swarm of students passing through the corridors to the traffic jam at State Road 56 and Bruce B. Downs Boulevard at 5 p.m.

school activities. Working parents have voiced concerns that they won’t be able to drop off their children at school because of the later bus runs for freshmen. The school district is responding to that concern by providing all freshmen the opportunity to ride the bus to school. Normally, those who live too close to school do not qualify for free transportation. School officials also want to work with parents whose children have special concerns about starting and dismissal times, White said. There may be a student, for instance, who is heavily involved in dancing or gymnastics after school, White said. It may be impossible for that student to attend practice because of the later dismissal. There are ways to address that, such as online learning for a period or more, to create flexibility for students to continue pursuing those outside interests, while still meeting academic requirements, White said. In some cases, the parent would have to provide transportation, in others, it may be

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possible for the student to ride into school late but leave early. Every situation will be considered individually, White said, with the aim to be as flexible as possible. By revising the schedule, the school will be able to take advantage of classroom space that frees up when older students are at lunch or have left the campus for the day, said the school’s assistant principal Shauntte Butcher, who oversees the school’s master schedule. The overlapping schedule allows students from all four classes to be on campus at once, which White thinks is important. She doesn’t want the freshman class to feel isolated from the rest of the student body. Relief is needed, though. Between classes, the corridors are so crowded that Butcher has likened them to State Road 56 and Bruce B. Downs Boulevard at rush hour. Even such things as pep rallies get more complicated at a school the size of Wiregrass Ranch,White said. “Our gym only holds 1,200 seating,” she said.“Right now, when we do a pep rally, like

we did last Friday, we have to do two pep rallies. We barely fit in there this year with two.We know next year, we definitely have to go to three.” The longer school day also will have impacts on athletic practices. For one thing, White is expecting to need to rent portable lights to use for football and soccer practices when it begins to get darker earlier in the day. To help make sure they are taking a comprehensive approach, a committee meets twice a month to consider the various impacts of a 10-period day. People involved with the planning include teachers, parents and students who have experienced a 10period school day and those who haven’t, White said. The idea of using a 10-period day is not new. Land O’ Lakes and Wesley Chapel high schools successfully used the approach before Wiregrass Ranch opened,White said. Those wanting to find out the latest news also are invited to visit the school’s website at WRHS.Pasco.k12.fl.us, and click on the “overcrowded information” tab.

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Beef O’Brady’s puts comedy on the menu By Michael Murillo mmurillo@lakerlutznews.com

There’s going to be some extra laughter in Land O’ Lakes. Beef O’Brady’s, 7040 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., is hosting another comedy night on Nov. 21.The now-regular event, which features a different professional headliner each month, is part of a continuing series after a couple successful trial runs in September and October. The restaurant already offers trivia nights and music acts, but restaurant general manager Mike Connor wanted to offer an additional unique entertainment option to his patrons. “There’s nobody else who has a comedy show in the area,” he said.“We just thought this was something different.” After being contacted by a comedy club that also books local shows, the Beef O’Brady’s started featuring the comedy nights in their outside patio area, which seats around 60. Good initial reactions from customers at the first two shows — featuring comedians Pete Dearaujo and Pat Duax — have led to continuing the event on a regular basis. The show begins at 9 p.m., and a later start means the topics can be more adult-oriented. But Connor is making sure it won’t be dirty — the comedians are told to avoid the most offensive words, and not curse just for shock value. “Dropping an f-bomb every other word is not funny,” he said. His own preferences lean toward the style of Jerry Seinfeld or Robin Williams, and thinks the audience will appreciate adult humor that isn’t vulgar. Mike Rivera, November’s headliner, fits that mold.A teacher in Pinellas County with more than 25 years of stand-up comedy experience, Rivera was recognized in 2013 by ABC’s “The View” as the winner of its America’s Most Hilarious Teacher contest. His energetic style and comfortable stage presence impressed the show’s hosts, and he beat competitors from around the country to claim the title.

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Mike Rivera, named America’s Most Hilarious Teacher on ABC’s ‘The View,’ is the headliner for the November comedy show at Beef O’Brady’s.

Previously, he was a regional winner of Showtime’s Funniest Person in America contest. Rivera travels most weekends to different comedy clubs, and regularly tells jokes in front of large groups of people. But he enjoys performing for local crowds, and is happy to headline a smaller venue close to home. “I find local shows to have audiences that are really appreciative.They don’t have

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CIRCUS OF THE STARS

Cole Bros. Circus of the Stars will perform Nov. 19 and Nov. 20 at Lakeland Sun ‘n Fun, 4175 Medulla Road. Performances are at 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., both days.Advance tickets start at $16.Admission is free for children younger than 13. For information and tickets, call (800) 796-5672, or visit GoToTheCircus.com.

WRHS HOSTS BOOK FAIR, FUNDRAISER

The art department at Wiregrass Ranch High School will host a book fair and fundraiser at Barnes & Noble at The Shops at Wiregrass in Wesley Chapel Nov. 20 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The event will include drama improvisations, music ensembles, a balloon artist, face painting, free gift-wrapping, storytelling and raffles.To support the school online, visit BN.com/bookfairs Nov. 20-23 and use the code 114653098 at checkout.

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Gulfside Hospice is hosting a volunteer orientation Nov. 21 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Lutz Thrift Shoppe, 1930 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., for all new shop volunteers in Central Pasco.Volunteers must be at least 15 years old.To make a reservation, call Tracey Thompson at (813) 780-1235.

MASONIC LODGE FISH FRY

J.F. Swartsel Masonic Lodge, 3109 Lutz Lake Fern Road in Lutz, will host its monthly fish fry Nov. 21 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.The cost is $10 for eat-in, and $8 for carryout.

WILDFLOWER PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW

The Pasco Arts Council will present “Selected Florida Wildflowers,” by photographer Anne-Marie Prokopiak at the Pasco County Government Center, 8731 Citizens Drive in New Port Richey, through Nov. 21. Prints of the photos will be available for purchase. For information, call (727) 8457322.

HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETING

The Pasco County Historical Society will meet Nov. 21 at 7 p.m., at American Legion Hall Post 15, 37745 Church Ave., in Dade City.The guest speaker will be Val Elder. Guests should bring a covered-dish dinner to share before the program, as well as cutlery, disposable plates and a beverage. For information, call Glen Thompson at (352) 567-7449.

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its annual production of the contemporary nutcracker “Goin’ Nuts!” Nov. 22 at 3 p.m., at the University of South Florida’s Theatre 1, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., in Tampa.The show features the music of Duke Ellington and is filled with dance, humor, sarcasm, and a twist to a holiday classic.Tickets are $25 for adults, and $20 for students and seniors. Children younger than 3 are free. For information, call (813) 979-2222, or visit CollectiveSoles.org.

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ME Hobbies, 1904 Oak Grove Blvd., in Lutz, is a drop-off location for Toys For Tots. Donate any new, unwrapped toy in the drop box and receive a 10 percent off coupon for ME Hobbies. Toys will be accepted through mid-December. For information, call Michelle Karpoich at (813) 803-0386, or email michelle@mehobbies.com. Homeowners’Association will host its 12th annual VillageFest Nov. 22 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Carrollwood Village Soccer Fields, 13420 South Village Drive.The event will feature live music, arts and crafts, gifts, plants, animals for adoption, beer and wine, activities for kids, and more than 125 vendors. Guests can park at the Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road, for $2. No coolers are allowed.The event is rain or shine. Pets are welcome. For information, call (813) 842-7066, or visit CarrollwoodVillage.com.

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Barnes & Noble at The Shops at Wiregrass in Wesley Chapel will host author Amy Christine Parker Nov. 22 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., for a book signing. Parker is the author of the teen novels “Gated” and “Astray.” For information, visit BN.com/discoveryweekend.

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The Southfork Women’s Club will have a bazaar Nov. 22 from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at 10808 U.S. 98 in Dade City.There will basket raffles, crafts, Christmas items and a bake sale. Lunch will be offered for $3. For information, call Mary Bolin at (352) 5180748. The Center for the Arts at River Ridge, 11646 Town Center Road in New Port Richey, will present “The Lightning Thief” by Theatreworks USA Nov. 22 at 7 p.m.The show is a pop-rock musical based on the young adult book by Rick Riordan.Tickets are $7.50 for general seating of all ages. For information, call (727) 774-7382, or visit PascoCFA.seatyourself.biz.

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The Children’s Outreach Program Effort will host a bike ride, motorcycle show and walk Nov. 25 at 2 p.m., at Wesley Chapel District Park, 7727 Boyette Road.There will be entertainment, an auction, food, prizes and live music. Students can earn community hours. For information or to register, call (352) 457-4075.

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HOPE CHURCH FESTIVAL

Hope Church, 5107 W. Lutz Lake Fern Road in Lutz, will host a fall festival Nov. 22 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.There will be food, hayrides, face painting, family pictures, games and a chili-cooking contest.Admission is free. For information, email churchlady@hope4tampa.com.

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Cobb Grove 16, 6333 Wesley Chapel Blvd., in Wesley Chapel, will host “The Penguins of Madagascar” Special Ops Breakfast Nov. 26 at 10 a.m.There will be a breakfast buffet, crafts, photo ops and a special guest.Tickets are $10 for adults, and $5 per child.The ticket price does not include the movie, gratuity or tax. For information, call (813) 948-5444.

WIREGRASS WOBBLE

The 2014 Wiregrass Wobble Turkey Trot 5K and Fun Run will be Nov. 27 at The Shops at Wiregrass in Wesley Chapel.The 5-kilometer run starts at 7:30 a.m., followed by the 1mile fun run at 8:15 a.m.The registration fee is $30.The proceeds will benefit New Tampa YMCA, Feeding America Tampa Bay and the Rotary Club of New Tampa.To register, visit WiregrassWobbleTurkeyTrot.com.

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This Kauffman Tire location in New Tampa is going to get a neighbor just 10 miles to the north, with plans to open Pasco County’s second location of the chain on Wesley Chapel and Bruce B. Downs boulevard.

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Central Pasco County is set to get its first Kauffman Tire location with plans to build a 7,600-square-foot location on vacant land along Wesley Chapel Boulevard. Developers are eyeing a 2.3-acre parcel around the area of 28225 Wesley Chapel Boulevard, next to the Walgreens near where Wesley Chapel Boulevard connects with the northern portion of Bruce B. Downs Boulevard. The land was purchased for $350,000 in June 2012 by 54 & 581 LLC, and it appears to have never been developed. It changed hands a few times since 1998, according to Pasco County property records, including a $790,000 transfer in 2005 at the height of the housing boom. The current landowner is affiliated with Mitchell Rice and Michael Leeds, part of the ownership team of RMC Property Group in Tampa.

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John Weaver, who works with the corporate office of the Atlanta-based company, is spearheading the project with Sarah Case of Gadd Case & Associates of Lakeland as property manager. It would be the second Kauffman Tire location in Pasco, the first opening on Little Road in New Port Richey. However, this new location wouldn’t be too far from the Kauffman Tire at 17325 Dona Michelle Drive in New Tampa, located less than 10 miles to the south. Kauffman Tire started in Ohio in 1936, according to the company’s website, but didn’t begin to expand until the late 1960s, primarily in the south. Kauffman Tire now has 55 locations throughout Florida and Georgia, and 14 wholesale distribution centers in seven states. The company is meeting with Pasco County officials for the first time Nov. 25, and no timeline is available yet on when construction might begin.

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If Thanksgiving is all about sharing time together while enjoying a holiday meals with all of the trimmings, the Benedictine Sisters of Florida and Saint Anthony of Padua parish want to help make that happen for people unable to prepare their own meal, would otherwise dine alone, or do not have the means to make it happen. Putting on the traditional feast and inviting others to share it has been a tradition for 19 years. The “Food, Fun, Faith and Fellowship” dinner is free, and takes place on Thanksgiving afternoon Nov. 27. The meal includes turkey, stuffing, salad, mashed potatoes and pie. Making the mashed potatoes is a gargantuan chore. It involves peeling 100 pounds of potatoes and then preparing them with Sister Donna DeWitt’s closely guarded recipe. Members of the Saint Anthony Women’s Club get into the act, too, baking pies and making other desserts to top off the holiday meal. Dinner is served from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., in the parish center behind Saint Anthony Church, 32848 Massachusetts Ave., in San Antonio. Those who are homebound or who need transportation can call to schedule delivery of a meal, or to get a ride to enjoy the company of others on Thanksgiving. The numbers are (352) 588-8320, or (352) 5883081. Sister Jean Abbott, who lives at the Holy Name Monastery that the sisters share, loves the holiday tradition. It is a nice gathering.

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Sister Donna DeWitt shows off some of the pies she baked for a previous Thanksgiving feast provided by the Benedictine Sisters of Florida and Saint Anthony of Padua parish. The two organizations will team up again this year to provide another holiday dinner for those who are unable to prepare their own meal, or are seeking companionship for the holiday.

“It’s better than a handout because we get to sit and eat with people,”Abbott said. If people don’t have a way to get there, they don’t need to feel left out.“We can pick people up,”Abbott added. If they’re simply unable to travel, she said,“we can do home delivery.”

Volunteers peel about 100 pounds of potatoes each year for the mashed potatoes prepared at Thanksgiving using Sister Donna DeWitt’s closely guarded recipe.

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HOOTERS, from page 1A believable. There are plans for the land, and there is even a potential buyer working to get it under contract, but it’s not for Hooters, said Bill Nye, a commercial real estate broker in Wesley Chapel. “There is definitely not a Hooters going in there,” Nye said, although he said it was far too early to give details on what might go there instead. Nye’s name came into the mix after he called Pasco County officials three weeks ago asking about the property, according to Ruthann Dattoli of the county’s planning and development department. His questions centered around county requirements that might come into place if a developer decided to raze the 42-year-old building, or simply remodel it. Nye also mentioned that the neighboring residential lot to the north could be turned into a parking lot, Dattoli said. It would be difficult for a restaurant chain to build something new on the land, Nye said, because its lakeside location has far different environmental requirements than what existed in the 1970s.

Anyone purchasing the 2 acres of land bordering Bell Lake would likely have to use the 42year-old structure. Environmental regulations are much more stringent now than they were in the 1970s, land developers say, meaning a new location would have to be located a good distance from the lake shore.

“It’s going to be almost impossible to tear that building down and put another one there,” said Nye, the owner of Nye Commercial Advisors.“There are some stringent setbacks to adhere to, and the county is not going to bend very much on them.” Centennial foreclosed on a $900,000 mortgage on the property owed by C of Pasco Inc., last month, which purchased the property in 2010. At the time, it was the home of Rapscallions, which was featured in a 2011 episode of the former Travel Channel

program “Man v. Food,” hosted by Adam Richman. An ownership group associated with Rapscallions purchased the property in 2005 for just under $1 million, and continued to operate the restaurant there even after selling to C of Pasco in 2010. Mosquito struggled to follow Rapscallions despite plans to completely remodel the location.Yet, no matter who takes over that land, it’s a prime piece of real estate, said the chamber’s Kleker said.

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also been The Land O’ Lakes area has new VA the VA, and they Paul Rizzo. “We met with a possible location for a they said the shared as it’s in central Pasco. However, turned us down, because only built for clinic, since remains on the radar simply building was unsafe. It was east Pasco also in ” one floor, but it’s three floors. the available land out there to have the because of something Despite that, Rizzo wants case VA officials decide to build new clinic there. Hospital is new. create as “I still say that Community But getting out that way might could use,” he as simply going to the James one of the best places that we for 50 years many problems Center in Tampa, some say. said.“It’s been standing there Medical VA They say we Haley already exists near Florida now, so how is that unsafe? of the building Plus, a clinic need a complete overhaul 7A complete a page is need really VETERANS, See there, but what we overhaul of the VA.”

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and parts of valves from steam engines, boilers. rakes, shovels, flywheels, and history of As Harden talked about the painted he Odessa, Lutz and Land O’ Lakes, heydays. the mill vivid pictures of life during cruiser,” “They would send the timber woods in the Harden said.“He would go out cutting to and mark pine that was worth would get you Then mill. the to bring back go out there. the logging crews that would especial“A lot of the lumber businesses, you would see ly the smaller ones, the ones 41, in Lutz and out here, just north on (U.S.) of the out operating and Lakes, Land O’ of 41. They forests to the east and west skid the logs might have mules that would up.There would out, and they’d bring them be like portable sawmills.” people took gone, were mills the After said. Many of up citrus farming, Harden succumbed to those groves have since or residential blight, disease, winter freezes development. the scent Subdivisions now stand where the air. of orange blossoms once perfumedof discovjoy Harden enjoys sharing the detecting. ery that can accompany metal detect, I al“When people go out and iron.You never ways tell them,‘Dig up the find,’” Harden know what you’re going to railroad spikes, said. Tom Harden can look at old to find life trip what up It doesn’t even take a special bolts and blades and conjure ground, Harden times before they interesting objects in the must have been like in the added. rusted and were in full use. plant in the “When you’re planting the tomahoeing the row to plant the when it was all ground or you’re going to plant — rascal on the top and then, with that. toes, or whatever that old iron object and ready, they would press clothes you might turn up ” Where did it come this? is That was really labor intensive. ‘What wonder, attention to But, he noted,“People paid have the fabrics from?’” more about those details. They didn’t Anyone who wants to know is welcome to come to a that we have today.” “You will metal detecting Harden said. He grabbed a trio of ax heads: club meeting to find out more, ” has an find these in the logging camps. “You’ll find club’s open to anyone who “The ” But that’s not the only place. he said.“Guys, gals, children. people had to interest,” come for a them elsewhere because He encourages people to “They didn’t get hooked. chop their wood,” Harden said. visit. Like him, they may just today.” have the utilities that we have “It’s fun,” Harden said. stoves, He has covers from old wood

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Pasco County residents can take part in recycling household waste and electronics at the next collection event set for Nov. 22 at the West Pasco Government Center on Little Road in New Port Richey. “This is a great opportunity to clean out your garage, and clear out your excess paints, gasoline, or any hazardous waste,” said Charley Ryburn of Pasco County Utilities, in a release.“Many people don’t realize that there are hazardous materials in television sets, and must be disposed of properly.This is a convenient, inexpensive way of properly disposing of these items.” Collection will take place Nov. 22 from 8 a.m. to noon. It’s free to Pasco County residents, however, there is a $5 charge for each television, computer monitor, computer tower and laptop computer. There is a $10 charge for televisions that exceed 36 inches. For information, visit online at PascoCountyUtilities.com, or call (727) 8478041.

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Pasco County Public Transportation has started the process of notifying bus riders that bus benches at stops throughout unincorporated Pasco County are being removed and replaced. Metropolitan Systems Inc. will do the work, removing all the old benches by Nov. 30, according to a release. In their place, new benches will be installed that are com-

pliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act.They also are expected to improve safety, security and accessibility for PCPT riders, officials said. Bus shelters will not be impacted during this transition, and riders can call PCPT to determined where the closest shelter is to them. “There may be some inconvenience from some of our riders,” said PCPT director Mike Carroll, in a release.“The new benches will be more accessible and convenient for those with disabilities. Unfortunately, in some cases, benches will have to be removed where the benches cannot comply with federal regulations.” Once the benches are removed, it will take up to 90 days for the company to get necessary permits, and to start work. However, new benches should be in place by the end of spring. For information, visit RidePCPT.com, or call (813) 235-6073.

SHERIFF’S OFFICE TO HELP SCHOOLS

The Pasco County Sheriff’s Office is offering a four-hour training program to administrators and staff members at area schools in December, with the hopes of curbing some of the violence and safety issues at other schools around the nation. The Dec. 15 event will begin at 8:30 a.m., at Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School, 13651 Hays Road in Spring Hill. It will include discussion of topics like the emergency management cycle, multi-hazard planning for schools, threat and vulnerability assessments, crime prevention through environmental design, mass notification concepts, grant resources, and facilitating drills and exercises. The cost of the training is free, and is open to “anyone involved in the safety and care of our students,” according to a sheriff’s office flier. Those interested in taking part can register by contacting Cpl. Donald Fly at dfly@pascosheriff.org.

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U.S. Rep. Gus Bilirakis has successfully petitioned Pasco County’s entry into the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Program. HIDTA, as it’s more commonly called, is a federal grant program that provides resources and funds to local law enforcement entities and other authorities in specially designated areas of the United States to address drug trafficking. Being a part of the program, Bilirakis said, means law enforcement officials in the county will have access to funds and resources that will allow them to combat prescription drug abuse and drug trafficking.

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Florida Cancer Affiliates will host a general cancer support group meeting Nov. 26 at 6 p.m., at its New Port Richey center, 5500 Little Road. For information, call (727) 808-4818.

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The Crisis Center of Tampa Bay has a toll-free help line to provide emotional support and resource referral to veterans in a five-county area. The service covers Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk and Manatee counties. The hotline is staffed by veterans. Any veteran needing help or information can call (844) 693-5838 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. After-hours and weekend calls will be answered by crisis specialists in the Crisis Center’s 2-1-1 call center.

The Medical Center of Trinity, 9330 State Road 54, will host a support group for anyone whose life is affected by Huntington’s disease Nov. 20 at 6:30 p.m. To find out more, please call Nina Qualters at (727) 236-3578, or email her at npappasqualters@gmail.com.

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J.F. Swartsel Lodge, 3309 Lutz Lake Fern Road in Lutz, offers the TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) program every Wednesday. Weigh-in is at 9 a.m., following by a meeting at 9:45 a.m. For information, call Mary Clark at (813) 908-3587.

CELEBRATE RECOVERY FROM ADDICTIONS

Victorious Life Church, 6224 Old Pasco Road in Wesley Chapel, offers a Celebrate Recovery group on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. The group is a recovery resource for healing from addictions. Participants will discuss hurts, hang-ups and habits. For information, call (813) 973-2230.

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The Alzheimer’s Family Organization will host a Senior Health Fair and Yard Sale Nov. 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Forest Glen Lodge, 7435 Plathe Road in New Port Richey. For information, call Lynn Hecht at (727) 309-6535.

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The Alzheimer’s Association hosts a meeting at the Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, the first Wednesday of each month at 11 a.m. The group is for caregivers who have a loved one with dementia. For information, call Phyllis Bross at (813) 996-1361, or email pebross@verizon.net.

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The Tampa Myotonic Dystrophy Support Group will meet Nov. 22 at 1 p.m., at Temple Elijah, 21021 State Road 54 in Lutz. Dr. Laura Ranum will discuss the latest research, trials and therapies for this common form of muscular dystrophy in adults. To find out more, please call Elizabeth Melendez at (813) 949-9917, or email monroejjje@aol.com.

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ore than 500 students from Woodland Elementary School toured Saint Leo University recently, as part of the elementary school’s vision of planning ahead, aiming high and being college-bound. Even though most of the school’s 900 students come from impoverished homes, school leaders still believe that the possibilities are endless. Visiting college campuses like Saint Leo gives those students a firsthand glimpse into what is possible in their future.

Kids can say the darndest things as education major Christiana Torres, left, reacts to some of the questions posed to her and Tricia Graham. The kids were among the second-graders from Woodland Elementary School who toured the Saint Leo University campus.

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Early interception sets tone for Sunlake playoff win By Michael Hinman mhinman@lakerlutznews.com

The Vanguard Knights had a long bus trip from Ocala to Pasco County to face the Sunlake Seahawks. And they weren’t going to leave without an upset in the first round of the Class 6A high school playoffs. Darryn Lake fell on the ball on the Knights’ own 37yard-line following the kickoff, giving Vanguard great field position to start the game. But just eight seconds later, senior cornerback Mosi Davis would change everything. In the very first snap of the 2014 playoffs between Sunlake and Vanguard, Knights quarterback N’Kosi Perry immediately tested the Seahawks’ defense with a long pass downfield. Davis, however, read the pass the entire way, and was there on FRED BELLET/PHOTO his own 28-yard line to interSunlake High School head football coach Bill Browning looks on with concern as his team trailed cept the ball and set the tone for a 24-6 first round Sunlake Zephyrhills 22-7 in the final game of the season. However, his Seahawks recovered quickly in the first round of the playoffs, defeating Vanguard 24-6. win on Friday. Sunlake (9-2) dominated the ground with 280 yards and three touch- Vanguard’s 1-yard line. However, senior run- more chances to score, Vanguard head downs. The Knights, on the other hand, ning back Nathan Johnson just couldn’t cross coach Edwin Farmer opted for a fake pointwere powerful in the air. Perry recovered the end zone, forcing the Seahawks to settle after kick, but could only watch as Rashard quickly from his first-pass interception to on an 18-yard field goal from senior Chris Laiz was stopped just inches from the goalcomplete 17-of-29 passes for 189 yards and Wilkinson to give Sunlake an early 3-0 lead. line, preventing a two-point conversion. a touchdown. Perry’s defense, however, limBoth teams would trade three-and-outs The Knights never really had a chance ited Sunlake to just a Chris Wilkinson field right after that, with Perry breaking that after that. Sunlake consistently moved the goal early in the first quarter off two inter- cycle late in the first by moving to his pass- ball and burned clock, staying on the ceptions. ing game. He converted a third-and-20 with ground as much as possible. They added “We’ll enjoy this one, but we better not just 23 seconds left with a 50-yard pass to touchdowns along the way as well, includbe satisfied,” Sunlake head coach Bill Lake. And after running 5 more yards him- ing a 46-yard mad dash by Davis that put the Browning said after the game.“Everyone in self, Perry found Lake one more time 14 Seahawks up 10-6 less than a minute after the playoffs is good.” yards away, this time in the end zone, to give Vanguard took the lead. After Davis’ game-starting interception, Vanguard a 6-3 lead to start the second. Naejaun Jackson tacked on two touchthe Seahawks took 12 plays to reach Knowing they may not get too many downs of his own, the first on a 7-yard

Suwannee completes playoff comeback Sometimes football really is a game of inches. A critical fourth-down stop late in the game left the Zephyrhills Bulldogs inches short of a first down and a potential 34-29

victory against Suwannee High School in their Nov. 14 Class 5A football playoff game. Instead, the Suwannee Bulldogs took over and scored a quick touchdown, and added another moments later when Zephyrhills

fumbled the kickoff. As a result, Suwannee won the game, 4234. It was a disappointing ending for Zephyrhills, who led 24-9 at halftime on the road in their first playoff game in eight years.

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7A-7 FOOTBALL STANDINGS Team W L T ySickles 7 3 0 Gaither 7 3 0 Freedom 6 4 0 zTampa Bay Tech 5 5 0 Steinbrenner 3 6 1 Wiregrass Ranch 4 6 0

PF 258 245 166 187 174 192

PA 187 167 128 250 199 268

6A-6 FOOTBALL STANDINGS Team W L T ySunlake 8 2 0 zMitchell 6 4 0 Springstead 6 4 0 Land O’ Lakes 4 6 0 Fivay 2 8 0

PF 267 229 131 275 219

PA 62 196 95 269 322

5A-7 FOOTBALL STANDINGS Team W L T yRiver Ridge 9 1 0 zGulf 8 2 0 Hudson 6 4 0 Wesley Chapel 2 8 0 Ridgewood 2 8 0 Anclote 0 10 0

PF 336 330 288 151 157 113

PA 143 275 273 309 317 351

5A-6 FOOTBALL STANDINGS Team W L T ySouth Sumter 10 0 0 zZephyrhills 8 2 0 Pasco 6 4 0 Nature Coast Tech 6 4 0 Central 2 8 0 Hernando 3 6 0 Weeki Wachee 1 9 0

PF 404 388 255 282 92 155 126

PA 79 196 165 184 303 243 361

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WEDNESDAY, NOV. 12 Girls Basketball Steinbrenner 40, Riverview 36 Boys Soccer Pasco 8, Anclote 0 Sickles 2, Freedom 2 Steinbrenner 6, Durant 2 Sunlake 4, Wesley Chapel 0 Wiregrass Ranch 3, Land O’ Lakes 0

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THURSDAY, NOV. 13 Girls Basketball Land O' Lakes 56, Fivay 31 Boys Soccer Steinbrenner 2, Plant 2 Wiregrass Ranch 3, Gaither 0 Girls Soccer Land O’ Lakes 8, Lecanto 0

FRIDAY, NOV. 14 Football Lakewood 31, Gulf 27 Gainesville 24, Mitchell 17 South Sumter 16, North Marion 12 Sickles 9, Plant City 7 Tampa Bay Tech 42, Durant 25 River Ridge 29, Tarpon Spring 28 Sunlake 24, Vanguard 6 Suwannee 42, Zephyrhills 34 Boys Soccer Sunlake 6, Fivay 1 WEDNESDAY, NOV. 19 Boys Soccer Anclote at Wiregrass Ranch, 7:30 p.m. Sunlake at Pasco, 7:30 p.m. Girls Soccer River Ridge at Wiregrass Ranch, 7:45 p.m. THURSDAY, NOV. 20 Boys Soccer Freedom at Plant, 6 p.m. Steinbrenner at Sickles, 6 p.m. Girls Soccer Freedom at Plant, 9 p.m. Steinbrenner at Sickles, 8 p.m. FRIDAY, NOV. 21 Football Lakewood at River Ridge, 7:30 p.m. Sickles at Tampa Bay Tech, 7:30 p.m. Sunlake at Gainesville, 7:30 p.m. Suwannee at South Sumter, 7:30 p.m. Boys Basketball Steinbrenner at Wiregrass Ranch, 6:30 p.m.

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COLLEGE SIGNINGS FOR LOCAL ATHLETES

Three successful high school athletes are taking the next steps in their careers at NCAA Division I schools. Nikki Carroll, a senior at Tampa Catholic High School, signed a letter of intent to attend the University of South Florida on an athletic scholarship. Carroll is the back-toback state champion in pole vaulting for Class 2A, and signed her letter in a ceremony at her school Nov. 12. That same day, Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School senior Alyssa Mathis signed a letter of intent to play volleyball for San Diego State University in California. She had more than 1,000 kills in her high school career — including 320 as a senior — and added 270 blocks to her resume. Taylor Emery, a standout point guard for the Freedom High School girls basketball team, will continue her athletic career with a scholarship from Tulane University in Louisiana. Emery is known not just for her basketball skills, but her writing skills as well. She penned a tribute song for schoolmate Jordan Harris, who passed away after a battle with cancer, and sold the song on Apple’s iTunes store to raise money for the family. The senior signed her letter of intent on Nov. 13 at the New Tampa YMCA.

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Vanguard 6 0 0 0 — 6 Sunlake 3 14 7 0 — 24 Sunlake statistics

RUSHING: Nathan Johnson 20-102, Dayton Feiden 8-64, Mosi Davis 1-46, Naejaun Jackson 5-26, Logan Wolfe 4-25, Terrence Jackson 1-7. PASSING: Dayton Feiden 4-5-0-63. RECEIVING: Terrence Jackson 1-37, Nick Valdes 2-33, A.J. McClendon 1-4. QB SACKS: Austin Yeloushan 1.5, Dylan Franklin 1, Spencer Jarvis 1, Will Alvarez 1, Kalon Gipson 0.5. INTERCEPTIONS: Mosi Davis 1, Dylan Stanton 1

scamper late in the first, and the second a 6yard end zone run in the third. Johnson led the rushing attack with 102 yards, while quarterback Dayton Feiden added 64 yards of his own. Feiden spent very little time in the air, finishing 4-of-6 for 63 yards with no touchdowns, and no interceptions. Lake led all Knights receivers with 108 yards and a touchdown, while Justin Watkins picked up 38 yards on three catches. The Seahawks’ defense, however, sacked Perry five times in the game, costing Vanguard 22 yards. Sunlake now heads on the road this week to face Gainesville, which outlasted Mitchell 24-17 in the first round. And like Vanguard before it, Sunlake has experience against what is expected to be a tough Hurricanes team that is far better than its 65 record might indicate. “We played Gainesville before, so we know what to expect,” Browning said, citing the 17-14 loss to the Hurricanes last year that knocked Sunlake out of the playoffs in the first round. And how will the Seahawks prepare? “We’ll just keep believing in ourselves,” Browning said,“and work hard.”

Suwannee advances to take on South Sumter, who stands undefeated at 11-0 after running the table in Zephyrhills’ District 6, and getting past North Marion High School 16-12 in their opening playoff game. Zephyrhills finishes their successful season with an 8-3 record, snapped a playoff drought, and nearly pulled off a big win in their return to postseason action.

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“I Run For Keppel”T-shirts are available to help support Land O’ Lakes High School cross-country coach Kris Keppel, who is battling pancreatic cancer. The shirts are $15 each, with all proceeds going to Keppel. For information or to make a donation, call (813) 406-5730, or email carolyn011jr@hotmail.com or kbdehaas@aol.com.

SPORT ACTIVITIES AVAILABLE FOR SENIORS

Senior Sports is seeking players older than 60 for a number of regular co-ed sporting events, including Slo-Pitch softball for fall and winter competition. Senior Sports has participants who play golf every Wednesday and bowling every Thursday. It also has added tennis and indoor volleyball. For information, call Walt Bockmiller at (813) 527-8211.

GIRLS SOFTBALL REGISTRATION OPEN

Lutz Leaguerettes, a slow-pitch softball league for girls ages 6-18, is now accepting registrations for its spring schedule. They play at the Oscar Cooler Sports Complex, 766 Lutz Lake Fern Road. The fee is $180 through Dec. 1. For information, visit LutzSoftball.com.

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he U.S. Marine Corps celebrated its 239th birthday in style recently when Marines and their families congregated at the Harbor Terrace Restaurant at Heritage Harbor Golf and Country Club to honor centuries of tradition and service. Among the guest speakers at the event included U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Mark “Droopy” Clark, a native of South Dakota and Minnesota, who first received his commission in 1981. He worked in the Pentagon, as well as the Iraq conflict in 1991, Bosnia, Haiti and Afghanistan. The guest of honor was U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Mike Bradford, who has an impressive list of assignments and commands. That includes the Legion of Merit, the Meritorious Service Medal, and commendation medals from the Marines, the U.S. Navy and the U.S.Army. One of the highlights was the POW/MIA table, reserved to honor those missing in action or held prisoner.The table is round to show everlasting concern, while the cloth is white, symbolizing the purity of motives when answering the call to serve. The single red rose is a reminder of the lives of Americans, and their loved ones and friends who keep the faith while seeking answers.The red ribbon symbolizes the continued determination to find them, while a slice of lemon reminds of the bitter fate of those captured and missing in a foreign land.

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During the open ceremonies of the recently Marine Corps Birthday Ball, as members of the Chamberlain High School Junior ROTC presented the colors, Michael and Ann Mather of Altamonte Springs recite the Pledge of Allegiance. They were guests of their son-in-law, U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Garrett Pardue, and their daughter, Meagan Pardue of Land O’ Lakes.

Guest speaker U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Mark ‘Droopy’ Clark, a native of South Dakota and Minnesota, is accompanied to the recent Marine Corps Birthday Ball with his wife, Lisa.

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Mike Bradford was the guest of honor at the annual Marine Corps Birthday Ball. He’s currently in charge of the Marine’s Junior ROTC program at Chamberlain High School in Tampa.

Mary Snyder-Moreno, left, and her U.S. Marine Corps veteran husband David Moreno of Tampa, recite the Pledge of Allegiance during the opening ceremony of the second annual Marine Corps Birthday Ball at Harbor Terrace Restaurant. ON PAGE 1A: Chamberlain High School Marine Junior ROTC member Cheyenne Alderman joins others to march in and come to a halt during the presentation of the colors at the second annual Marine Corps Birthday Ball at Harbor Terrace Restaurant.

The POW/MIA table setting is reserved to honor those missing in action, or held prisoner. During the Marine Forever Veterans Group’s Marine Corps Birthday Ball, the table was set for three, with an empty chair representing a Marine who was missing.

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The holiday season can mean new routines, new décor and new foods in the home. While these temporary changes can be exciting for people, they can be hazardous to pets. “The extended holiday season is no excuse to take a vacation from being a great pet parent,” said Jeff Werber Hollywood’s Vet to the Stars. Keeping dogs happy and healthy this holiday season is easy, Werber said. He shares some seasonal tips: • Keep curious pets focused — Most pets will be curious about the tinsel, ornaments and ribbons of the season. Since most decorations are not pet-friendly, keep them beyond reach and take necessary precautions, and keep pets focused on something they truly enjoy. If a dog begs at the table every night, chances are they’ll beg at the holiday dinner table. With new people over and different kinds of food falling to the floor, it’ll be important to prevent distractions during dinner. Use healthy treats as a training tool to keep dogs away from guests’ dinner plates. • Give recognizable gifts — A whopping 85 percent of pet parents buy their

dogs a holiday present, according to the 2014 Greenies: Dog Owners Survey. In order for pets to be as thrilled about the stocking as their owner, give them the same treat before the holiday, so that it’s more familiar, and better received. Also this year, consider giving a gift that promotes good health. While nearly half of all dog owners have turned away from a kiss from a dog because of its bad breath, more than a quarter say they don’t brush their dog’s teeth at all. And bad breath isn’t just unpleasant. It can be a sign of poor dental health or dental disease. Consider giving dogs a dental chew that carries the Veterinary Oral Health Council Seal of Acceptance for control of plaque and tartar. • Give pets extra love — During the holidays, routines will likely change. Dogs will be able to tell, but not know why. So while out shopping or attending a holiday party, pets might be missing out on their usual attention. Show pets some love by setting time aside for daily playtime, or an extra walk. Or give them their favorite treat. The holidays are all about sharing time with friends and family. In the shuffle, don’t forget your beloved pet. - StatePoint

Abandoned no more Someone left Misty and Rocket in a South Tampa alleyway, but both were rescued by a lady who brought them, and a few other abandoned cats, into work. The veterinarian says they are sick and cannot be with other cats, but they don’t act sick at all, playing with toys and with people. They even play with cat-friendly dogs.

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PET PAWS ADOPTION FEES WAIVED FOR DOGS

Pasco County’s animal shelter is over capacity with dogs, and is looking for more families to help adopt. Because of that, Pasco County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on selected animals for the remainder of November. Dogs that have been abandoned by their owners, as well as stray dogs, continue to drive up intake numbers at animal shelters across Florida. Animal intake seems to be

the highest during summer months, and then tapers off toward the fall and winter months. But this year, the animal shelter hasn’t experienced that trend. The shelter is now open Tuesdays through Saturdays from noon to 6:30 p.m., and closed Sundays and Mondays. It’s located at 19460 Dogpatch Lane in Land O’ Lakes. For more information, call (813) 9291212, or visit PascoCountyFl.net.

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RIBBON CUTTING AT CODY’S

Members of local chambers of commerce helped the new Cody’s Original Roadhouse restaurant at 27405 Wesley Chapel Blvd., cut the ribbon to welcome customers Nov. 18. The location is open Monday through Thursday from 3 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m., and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. For information, visit their website at CodysOriginalRoadhouse.com.

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Friends and family gathered last week to remember Rebecca “Nanna” Harper, a former director emeritus for the Greater Dade City Chamber of Commerce, who died Nov. 10. She was 79. Harper spent 20 years with Teco, and served as the cooperative business education program contact for the utility at Pasco High School. She also was the former presi-

Construction employers added 12,000 jobs in October, and unemployment in that sector fell to its lowest levels since 2006, according to a new report from Associated General Contractors of America. The construction employment gains, along with rising wages and weekly hours, are consistent with survey results from the group that more firms are having a tough time finding enough qualified workers to fill available positions. Construction employment totaled just under 6.1 million in October, the highest since May 2009, with a 12-month gain of 231,000 jobs, or 3.9 percent. Residential building and specialty trade contractors added a combined 8,000 employees since September, and 130,600 over 12 months — a jump of 6 percent. Non-residential contractors — building, specialty trades, and heavy and civil engineering — experienced an overall gain of 2,600 employees for the month, and just under 100,000 over the past year. “The construction industry has made an impressive contribution to the nation’s unemployment gains this year,” said Stephen Sandherr, the association’s chief executive, in a release.“But those gains are in jeopardy unless schools, colleges and training programs can refill a pool of talent that is rapidly drying up.”

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Beginning next September, Tampa International Airport will begin five-day-aweek nonstop air service to Frankfurt, Germany, through Lufthansa. It’s the first airport on Florida’s west coast to offer the service. Frankfurt is the largest of Lufthansa’s five

hubs, offering connections to more than 145 destinations in Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East. The 11-hour flight will leave daily from Tampa at 5:20 p.m., arriving in Germany at 8:45 a.m. the following day. The plane will offer a little less than 300 seats, including some in the business class that can transform into beds. A little closer to home, Allegiant announced it would offer five new nonstop domestic flights to five cities out of St. Pete/Clearwater Airport.They include new routes to Pittsburgh; Indianapolis; Richmond, Virginia; Hagerstown, Maryland; and Omaha, Nebraska. Most of those flights will begin the weekend of Feb. 11, with Hagerstown and Omaha following in late February and early March next year.

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The Pasco-Hernando Chapter of SCORE, which historically stands for Service Corps of Retired Executives, will host the following upcoming free seminar. For information, visit SCORE439.org. • Building a Plan for a Successful Business — Nov. 25 at 5:30 p.m., at Hudson Regional Library, 8012 Library Road in Hudson.The business plan guides a company’s daily operation and activity toward the goals and objectives that have been established. Participants can learn what data is required to write their plan, review the techniques used to acquire it, and how to use this data to establish realistic goals and objectives.

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The Greater Dade City Chamber of Commerce is now accepting reservation packages for the 2015 Kumquat Festival, set to take place Jan. 31. Packages start at $500, and include logos and links on the KumquatFestival.org website, as well as booth space at the festival. Premier packages, which run from $1,000 to $5,000, include additional features. The event is expected to draw 45,000

people from Florida, who live here seasonally, and who are visiting. For information, call John Moors at (352) 567-3769, or send hime an email at jmoors@dadecitychamber.org.

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The East Pasco Networking Group has scheduled several speakers for the coming months.The group meets every other week at the Village Inn at 5214 Gall Blvd., in Zephyrhills. Networking begins at 8 a.m., with the meeting starting at 8:30 a.m. Upcoming speakers include: • Vicki Jones, manager of Palm Tree Acres, and author Madonna Wise, Nov. 25 • Scott Lindner, pastor of Atonement Lutheran Church, Dec. 9 • Michael Smith, pastor of Fair Haven Baptist Church and principal of Zephyrhills Christian Academy

CATHOLIC BUSINESS NETWORKING SEEKS MEMBERS

The Catholic Business Networking group is looking for Catholic business owners, employees and supporters interested in joining it for regular meetings every Tuesday from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m., at Our Lady of the Rosary Church, 2348 Collier Parkway, Land O’ Lakes. The group has annual dues of $60, and there is a minimum attendance requirement of two meetings per month. For information, call (813) 833-4737, or visit CBNTampa.com.

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